Rainbow Beach Community News December 2016

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December 2016 • Vol 19 • Issue 12

Holiday fun for all ages

Happy Holidays!

Ivy, Jess and Lily Sharman upcycle their egg cartons at the Rainbow Beach Library - there’s more on recycling on page 17 including an event for adults too 10am on Saturday, December 10.

Plus there are loads of school holiday activities across our coast - from a Bronze Camp, “The Tents” to a CCYAP scavenger hunt, festive baking and Christmas Eve event page 4 and 5.

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Editor’s Note

“Joy to the World”

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HAVE BEEN excited about Christmas for a while.

Not the finding of presents, or even the dinner - I am thrilled to bits that Mum is coming to stay; we’ll have at least one sister and family, my darling in-laws and all four kids home over Christmas too.

But the cup runneth like Coondoo in a flood, when I glimpsed at some of the new book releases for Christmas today!

I know someone dear - (that means you Heatley) will wrap the latest Lee Child and bless me, Ian Rankin has a book out too! Add that to the Wasgij my sister will bring up with her, and I’m a happy girl.

(A Wasgij is a tricky jigsaw that is different to the picture on the box; you follow some clues, and have a perfect excuse to sit and chat with 48-plus hour supplies alternating tea for wine, breaking for trips to the beach. The kids are only interested when there’s barely fifty pieces left to place.)

If you aren’t wishing for books and jigsaws, then you’ll love the list we have for you, with over fifty gift suggestions for your loved ones, plus ideas for Christmas parties, a gala dinner for Kids Bush to the Beach, carols, New Year’s Eve, and holiday activities for the kids that even include stand up paddleboarding.

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In fact, there is so much festive talk, I’ve had to hold back the Year 12 Graduation photos for January. I was disappointed, because I really do love seeing them all grown up, and finding out about their plans - and there is still time to tell me about your graduate.

And now one last tip - visit our libraries for my favourite reads of late: Jasper Jones (not just for teens), The Rosie Project (LOL) and The Dead Path.

Finally, welcome to all the visitors, and to locals we hope you have a few days at least to enjoy our corner of paradise.

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas!

Until next month, Michelle and Heatley Gilmore

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SHOP LOCAL

... and support locals

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VERY YEAR, people groan to me about their long Christmas list and all the miles they’ll have to travel. Not true. There’s so much available right here in our coastal towns, so make it easy on yourself, save some time - you’ll finish your shopping list quicksmart.

Wayne Jones from Rainbow Beach Camping Disposal says “Boogie boards are a pretty popular item, but we always get hammered for 4WD recovery equipment.”

“People buy a present for themselves when they see the photos of cars on the rocks. They don’t want to end up like that!”

He also says hats, eskies, skimboards, kites, fishing shirts (for kids too) rods and fishing gear are things he stocks up on ready for Christmas.

Here are some more ideas for your loved ones: Get set for the beach at 7th Wave, you can choose from thongs, T-shirts, togs, buckets and spades, beach balls and so much more.

Camping fun from little torches to man size beach chairs, tools and gear - you will find presents in all price ranges at Rainbow Beach Hardware, Fishing, Camping or Mitre 10 Cooloola.

Pamper your loved one and spoil them with some indulgent time - buy them a Christmas voucher from Serenity Beauty.

Outdoors and active Would your family like a kayak or two under the tree? Why not one made by a local family at Seabreeze Kayaks - and you can choose from a rainbow of colours.

Diving gear Wolf Rock Dive stock waterproof torches, snorkelling equipment, dive knives and the Guide to Sea Fishes of Australia, a fantastic comprehensive guide to identifying over 950 species.

Local produce Would you like to gift a basket of cheeses, pickles, oils or olives?

Teas and tisanes? Fresh fruit and vege? Try Rainbow Beach IGA or Rainbow Fruit for inspiration.

For her Rainbow Beach Pharmacy is a perfect place for toiletries, photo frames, candles, makeup and more - you’ll be sure to fill their stockings. There are beautiful Christmas decorations and kids’ toys too!

Wayne Jones from Rainbow Beach Camping Disposal suggests a fishing hat, shirt or skimboard - and there’s over 50 Christmas present suggestions in our shop local list

Dinner, lunch or breakfast? Buy a voucher from one of our many excellent eateries on the Cooloola Coast – it is a thoughtful but easy option for locals and visitors alike.

Buy an adventure Would your loved ones like a horse ride on the beach, surf lesson, kayak with dolphins, stand up paddle board tour, cruise, fishing charter or 4WD to the lighthouse? Buy a voucher for a tour – there’s lots to choose from.

What do you get for your parents-inlaw? Accommodation of course - put them up at Rainbow Getaway Holiday Apartments or book them a cabin or tent site at Gateway Rainbow Waters Holiday Park at Carlo Point or Tin Can Bay Holiday Village. Happy days!

Travellers Call Saturn Antennas and they can advise you on all your viewing needs when you are on the road. Whatever is also a treasure trove for nomads - with loads of accessories like fridges and awnings for motorhomes and caravans. They also make timber furniture!

For green thumbs Visit Cooloola Cove Landscape and Garden Supplies for a pot, plant or addition for their garden. Even sand for a sandpit.

We have everything for your kitchen too Visit Rainbow Cooloola Wholesalers for restaurant quality curry pastes and condiments - great for feeding the crowds that will visit these holidays. They also stock beautiful knives, cutlery sets, homewares and catering gear for your Masterchef.

Remember your four legged friends Tin Can Bay Vets have toys - even Christmas reindeer and snowmen, and packets of greenies and porky chews, collars and leads - the lupine leads are guaranteed for life. Seat belt clips are a fantastic idea, or a harness. Cheap as chips, they start from around $13.

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Left: Local lass, Josie Booth loves spending time on Rainbow Beach

Take to the pool to watch Council’s free movie, January 6

What’s on for kids on the Coast ?

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OLIDAYS ARE HERE - and there’s no question of hearing “I’m bored” with this list of activities.

When they are done with our list below, there’s still sandcastles, surfing, rock hopping, fishing, boogie boarding, bushwalking, horseriding, Seary’s Creek, Inskip Point…. you get the picture!

Saturday 10 - Finding Fun day at Norman Point from 10am to 12pm involves scavenger hunting for the whole family, with BBQ and drinks available.

Cooloola Coast Youth Activity Project fun

Saturday 17 - Summer Splash at Wes Mitchell park from 9.30-11.30am will be a morning of water games to keep cool, BBQ and drinks available.

If you missed the Sound of Teen Spirit concert last month then don’t worry, we are hoping to hold a Cooloola’s Got Talent showcase next year and youth talents will be on display again.

Our Cooloola Coast Connect program is powering on with amazing activities throughout December:

Tuesday 13 - Christmas Craft at the Cooloola Cove Veterans and Community Hall from 9-11am with all materials supplied.

Tuesday 20 - Festive Food at the Cooloola Cove Veterans and Community Hall from 9-11am, Christmas treats to make and take home.

Saturday 24 - Christmas Eve Breakup at the Cooloola Cove Veterans and Community Hall, from 3-6pm, will have festive games,

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carols and a visit from Santa. Light snacks provided.

All CCYAP events are free to attend however all children under 12 must be supervised.

For all enquiries contact Jess Milne on 0411 218 254 or Ronnie on 0413 135 867.

Movie under the stars Come along to a free family event from 6pm, January 6 and watch the family friendly movie, Oddball.

Bring your togs and towel or chair or picnic rug to Rainbow Beach swimming pool and sit back and enjoy the movie. Snacks and drinks available for purchase or BYO dinner.

If weather is uncertain, visit facebook. com/gympieregionalcouncil for cancellation advice.

For further information, please head to gympie.qld.gov.au/moviesinthepark.

Movies in the Park is an unsupervised event.

Stand Up Paddleboarding Have you tried to SUP? You can on Monday, January 16 at Inskip Point, 13 – 17 years ($15).

Book this date! See www.holidayfun.com. au for Gympie Regional Council activities and session times.

Craft and storytelling at the library!

Mark your diary now to make sure you take the kids to the free school holiday activities

at Tin Can Bay Library on Wednesday, December 21 from 10.30 - 11.30am and at Rainbow Beach Library from 2.30 - 3.30pm.

Children will get into the Christmas spirit being entertained with Christmas stories, games and Christmas paper craft - make a Christmas lantern, snowflake, ballet dancer, Christmas box, angel and more. No bookings necessary.

Also be sure to keep an eye out for the Christmas edition of “Jampacked”, which provides hours of entertainment and fun things to do at home.

Don’t forget our regular storytime sessions will continue throughout the holidays every Thursday at Tin Can Bay 9.30 - 10.30am and Monday at Rainbow Beach from 10 - 11am.

The “Tents” are back!

It is now 41 years of the Rainbow Beach Community Outreach, for years fondly known as “The Tents”. Held December 27 to January 4, there are daily children and youth programs with craft, bible stories and themed games on the beach.

You can look forward to themed evenings and a big New Year’s Eve party.

Run by the Scripture Union Queensland, Rainbow Beach has seen a dedicated team

Heroes and villains you can win an ipod when you join the Summer Reading Program

of volunteers visiting each year with the goal of connecting and serving the community.

Join the Summer Reading Club Registered participants may also enter the SRC iPod Registration Prize draw to win 1 of 8 iPods.

From December 9 to January 20, Gympie Regional Libraries invites children and families to discover heroes, villains, sidekicks and more by participating in the Summer Reading Club this school holidays.

The Summer Reading Club is a free online and in-library holiday program, run in partnership with State Library of Queensland, the Australian Library and Information Association, and the Australian Public Library Alliance.

This year, the Summer Reading Club is all about exploring the themes and conventions associated with super and everyday heroes, and their villainous counterparts.

Young readers will be encouraged to engage with a variety of traditional and non-traditional heroes and heroines by exploring a variety of genres.

SRC Club members can also meet 21 new Australian authors and illustrators online, read their helpful creative hints and tips and preview their newly released titles.

The Summer Reading Club is delivered nationally, giving participants the opportunity to connect with readers right across the country. Last year over 48,000 Australian children registered for the Summer Reading Club and collectively read more than 333,000 books.

A break-up party is scheduled for January 20. Gift packs can be picked up from the six Gympie Regional Libraries branches when registering.

Additional games and competitions available online at www.summerreadingclub.org.au

Spend a week of your summer and make a difference

After graduating as surf lifesavers in September, some of these 13 year olds did their first rescue on their very first patrol: Abby Schooth, Hugh Gilmore, Jorja Duggan and Keely Falconer

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F YOU ARE 15 or older, why not have fun these school holidays and meet new friends - and gain your bronze medallion?

The intense 7-day, live-in course, held January 8 to 14, will earn you a Bronze Medallion: Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue).

If you are aged 13 to 15 years you can enrol in a Surf Rescue Certificate and Resuscitation Award (SRC).

Chief Training Officer of Rainbow Beach SLSC, Mark Lawler said, “It’s a great chance to learn some new skills, meet some great people and do good for your community.”

Throughout the week participants stay in dormitory accommodation at Rainbow Beach Surf Lifesaving Club. There will be adult supervision at all times along with experienced junior helpers.

The Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) is an accredited course

towards your QCST (Year 12), giving 4 out of a possible 20 points.

Mark explained, “Our participants from the last camp have already done rescues and been useful on the beach.

“They are put in a patrol team and practice their skills a morning or afternoon every fortnight.”

The full cost of the Bronze Medallion course is $250 including GST. This includes training manual, Cert II workbook, full patrol uniform, patrol / club cap, club togs, hi-vis safety rash shirt or singlet, and club polo shirt; as well as food and accommodation for the week.

This does not include club membership.

A swim test must be completed before the camp: a 400 metre pool swim in less than 9 minutes (Bronze Medallion) or 200 metres in 5 minutes (SRC).

Book now as places are limited, call Mark for more information: 0427 033 160.

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RAINBOW

BEACH

Boardriders CELEBRATES

30 YEARS

Dennis Parton Remembers

by Barb Rees

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RAGEDY IN RAINBOW led to what has now become part of our local lore. In February 1985, local lad Robbie Pride was killed in a motorbike accident on Carlo Rd. Robbie was a mad surfer and loved to get out with his mates for a surf.

In 1986 Agnes Waters Boardriders came down to Rainbow for a bit of a surf and some fun and the Rainbow Beach Boardriders and Robbie Pride Classic was born.

As Dennis Parton explained, “It was a great way to remember Robbie and get together for a bit of fun and competition.”

In 2002 Robbie’s sisters suggested that the yearly comp be renamed the Rainbow Beach Memorial Surf Classic and be dedicated also to eight other young locals that had been taken too soon, and that is how it is run today.

“It has always been a great weekend for everyone. We have chased the waves all over D.I. and even gone down as far as Noosa North Shore to get a good surf,” continued Dennis.

“I think the first nine comps were won by Spot, he was a classic and a fantastic surfer.

We have produced some really good surfers

from Rainbow and they all were a part of the Boardriders at one time or another!”

The Boardriders is still going strong with mini comps being held throughout the year, as well as comps especially for the grommets. There are no separate ‘Girls and Boys’ heats as such. Everyone gets in and surfs together.

“The Surf Club was really involved in the early years,” said Dennis. “We used their trailer to get the boards and gear to Double, and used to hold the presentation at the

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Club, which was great.

“In fact the competition wouldn’t have kept going if it hadn’t been for the support of the local businesses. I think every business in Rainbow has contributed over the years with raffles and prizes and food and drinks all being donated. We couldn’t have done it without the community involvement.”

In usual Dennis Parton fashion, what he fails to talk about is the fact that the Parton’s have played a very big part in the continuation of the Memorial Classic.

Dennis is one of the founding members and the tradition is being carried on with his son, Jake, and daughter-in-law BJ, taking over the reins, and the grandkids all being keen surfers and competing every year. That’s three generations still involved… wow!

And THAT is the essence of the Boardriders, good old fashioned fun that can be enjoyed by the whole family…for years to come.

30 Year

Memorial Surf Classic on December 3 The Classic at Double is followed by the Presentation Dinner at the Community Hall from 4pm. It has been put it into place from the start: it is invitation only to the past and present surfers and their families.

Due to us not having details for everyone, it was said in meetings and past Community News that an invitation wasn’t just a piece of paper, it was word-of-mouth from one boardrider to another.

Please come along to remember those lost, and carry on the wonderful tradition of Rainbow Beach Boardriders. Looking forward to seeing you all there! Please do not hesitate to call for inquiries, Bj Parton: 0419 929 037.

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It’s time to party Sandy Brosnan from Ocean Breeze Seafoods offers local fresh prawns ready for your celebrations

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T IS THAT TIME of year where work groups and clubs get together to celebrate in the lead up to the season, and it’s only a few weeks until Christmas Day, followed by more public holidays on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Here are our suggestions for some cracker Christmas parties: 1. Prawns! For some it’s a Christmas ‘must’.

Book in advance at Ocean Breeze Seafoods as they are sure to be popular!

2. Book a tour, make it active with a fishing charter, dive, or horse ride on the beach.

Learn to surf together or kayak with the dolphins!

3. How about a night out at the Rainbow Beach Hotel with their live music, or playing Jenga in the beer garden at Coffee Rocks, or our very own BYO Italian pizzeria, Arcobaleno.

4. Tin Can Bay Marina Bar and Grill, Food Sans Borders and the Surf Club are perfect venues for a long lunch soaking up the views.

5. Organise a family friendly mega-game of beach cricket and BBQ on our beautiful headland.

6. Forget about creating your picnic - and order it in. Ed’s Beach Bakery and Rainbow Beach Fruit will fill your picnic basket to the brim!

7. What about a pamper day? Massages, facials, manicures, makeovers - what staff member would want to miss this party (can be tailored to the blokes as well).

8. If you can’t decide on any one venue, our main eateries are in walking distance, you can choose one or all! Your first destination for starters, move on for the next course and lastly to dessert. Great to grab some exercise and fun for all. Be sure to organise with the restaurants and cafes beforehand.

9. Go on a convoy - pack up some 4WD’s - hiring your vehicles is also an option. Head out to our lush locations of freshwater creeks, lakes, beachside lagoons and lighthouse.

10. Or book a cruise from Tin Can Bay - does a sunset voyage around the Great Sandy Straits sound inviting? You can bring your own drinks and nibbles, just call Dolphin Ferry Cruises. Or skipper a BBQ boat from Coastwide Charters.

Merry Christmas!

What are your plans for New Year’s Eve?

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AKE YOUR PICK - even the Surf Club isn’t closing early for New Year’s Eve this year.

So grab your Hawaiian shirt - or picnic rug and bring in 2017 with a fun night out!

Rainbow Beach Hotel Celebrate with a Hawaiian theme upstairs, featuring the band Ripsnorters, tickets are $15 per person, starting 8pm until late.

There will also be live music downstairs from 3 - 8pm with Joel Mak and Brendo perfect to put you in the party mood!

Please call 5486 3008 for more information or to reserve your ticket for the main event.

Tin Can Bay Foreshore The fireworks will be on at 9.30pm for one big show rather than two little ones.

The costume competition is back and this year we have themed it, “Princesses and Princes” so get your tiaras out and start practising the royal wave!

We have also invited the fire twirlers back, plus stalls and food vendors to tempt you along the way.

Entry is free.

We are now taking stall applications for this year’s NYE Carnival and there are limited places available. Email Elise at: seafoodfestival@outlook.com

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Rainbow Beach Holiday Program The Scripture Union are planning a fun family night - with a yummy meal, games and activities to keep everyone happy.

Drop into the Rainbow Beach Community Hall or ask the SU volunteers at the beach for details.

As well as fireworks at 9.30pm, the Rainbow Beach Fire Twirlers will show their stuff at the Tin Can Bay Foreshore New Year’s Eve Celebration

We’ll have more in our January edition, out well before the 31st!

Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town

Christmas Carols are on Sunday 4 in Rainbow Beach and Sunday 11 at Tin Can Bay

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T’S ALL Joy to the World whilst you listen and sing along at our Community Carols….

Rainbow Beach

Preparations for the annual Rainbow Beach Community Carols to be held on Sunday December 4 are underway. A group of local musicians are providing the music, which will include traditional carols and some modern Christmas songs.

Members of the Rainbow Beach Christian Community will be running a free sausage sizzle from 5-6pm, while Santa dispenses Christmas cheer and bags of lollies for the children.

There will be face-painting by Daisy and a candle-making workshop, with a small charge for the candles. Soft drinks will also be on sale.

The carols will commence at 6pm and the program for the evening will include items by the Rainbow Beach School choir and local

artists, and we are hoping that a very special family will find their way to Rainbow Beach that night.

Come along and enjoy a wonderful evening under the stars with family, friends and members of your local community.

Make sure that you bring along a rug or chair and maybe a torch.

Tin Can Bay

Tin Can Bay Community Christmas Carols are happening on Sunday, December 11 in the park behind the RSL, with a sausage sizzle and drinks for sale from 5pm (catered

by Think Like a Pony).

Carols commence at 6pm, presented by Tin Can Bay Community Church guest artist – Bundaberg School Chaplain, Lisa Crosbie.

We also have lollies for the kids, a visit from Santa and glow sticks for sale. A collection will be taken to support Chaplaincy in our schools.

Michelle Heaton encourages you to bring in a bag to Seabreeze Kayaks by December 3

‘Tis the season for love and kindness It’s in the bag SeaBreeze Kayaks has registered to be a drop-off zone for bags and goods for the 2016 Share the Dignity #itsinthebag campaign.

These bags and contents will be given, with love, to those in need. Imagine not having the ability to purchase sanitary items, deodorant or even soap.

“So, if you are able, donate a bag (new or old) and/or some new essential lady items,” said Michelle Heaton. “Every time I shop, I am grabbing another helpful item for my “bag”. Every little bit helps.”

Drop off by December 3 to 2/10 Scullett Drive, Tin Can Bay or call 0417 637 131.

Are you on your own this Christmas?

Tin Can Bay Community Church would like to invite you to Christmas Eve Dinner at the Community Complex starting at

Here are some ways you can share the Christmas spir it

5.30pm on Christmas Eve, followed by a carol service.

If you would like to attend, please phone John on 0477 166 906, or Graham on 0419 502 645.

Donate a book Brighten a local child’s Christmas by donating the gift of a new book to the Salvation Army’s Christmas Cheer Appeal at any Branch of Gympie Regional Libraries, until December 5.

Christmas Victory Hampers available Tin Can Bay Resource and Referral Centre offer Christmas Victory Hampers; orders can be placed from December 12 for delivery on December 16, 2016. The hampers are excellent value at a cost of $35.

Find us at Shop 2B/11 Dolphin Ave, Tin Can Bay 4580 or call 07 5488 0035.

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Wolf Rock Dive report

by Cheryl Maughan, Wolf Rock Dive

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E’VE HAD SOME spectacular diving at Wolf Rock for the month of November.

Whilst grey nurse shark numbers are at about 6 – 8 so far, we expect to see more of them very soon. The strong summer currents are starting to make themselves felt and the bull rays are making the most of it with around a dozen of them being seen on just about every dive.

Eagle rays are also growing in numbers, hovering in the current amongst the bull rays, and giant Queensland gropers are gathering for what we call their annual convention (probably a mating aggregation.)

Water temperature varied between 20 and 23°C with quite a few thermoclines around the rock. Strangely we always find the grey nurse sharks in the warmer pockets which they seem to prefer over the cooler pockets.

The other thing I notice is a distinct “shimmer” which can be seen in the water much the same as you can see on land (mirages) in high heat areas.

As this is our last report prior to Christmas we would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season and look forward to a bigger and better 2017!

Sponsor the Year 12 Graduate pages C ONGRATULATIONS TO ALL the Coast’s Year 12 graduates.

We’ll profile them in January.

If you haven’t sent in your graduate’s formal photo and a few sentences, you still have until December 10.

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Just email to info@rbcn.com.au!

We are also looking for businesses to sponsor the popular pages.

Call 5486 3561 to find out about this opportunity.

Chef brings talents to Rainbow Beach Hotel

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OUR TASTEBUDS ARE in for a treat!

Chef, Darren Gibbs, has joined the Rainbow Beach Hotel, with his delicious summer menu ready to be savoured.

“I’ve sourced some great produce for this upcoming menu,” Darren shares. “It has a real beach feel, with a splash of local seafood and the best Australian meat cuts.”

Darren did most of his training in Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays, most recently working in Goondiwindi. “My father forced me to become a chef; he didn’t want me to laze around,” he laughs.

Originally from Brisbane, Darren was the executive chef for Queensland Cricket for a number of years, cooking for sporting stars, government officials and three prime ministers, plus TV cheffing and a

BBQ for the premier and 2,000 people at the Gabba.

Together with his wife,Orathai, who has also joined the team at the hotel, and baby son, Benjamin, they moved to Tin Can Bay two months ago, “I wanted to be back near the water. After 20 months in Goondiwindi I missed not being able to walk or drive to the sea.”

Spending more time with his family was the driving factor in the move, with a certain pastime a close second. “I do love fishing,” Darren admits, “I will definitely be wetting a line sometime soon.”

In his new kitchen Darren aims to create,“good value, great taste and something for everyone. When people come here, I want the Rainbow Beach Hotel to be the best place to eat.”

Tin Can Bay Vets

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BIGGER, BETTER AND NOW OPEN

HAD PLANNED to take a photo at the new vet surgery last month, little knowing that I was also bringing a customer!

We were worried about Roxy, who was definitely not her rowdy little self, and was relieved to receive an appointment.

The sparkling new veterinary practice was busy! A cat, two other dogs and their ‘parents’ also needed attention.

After Roxy was beautifully cared for by vet Cathy Milgate, I chatted to Terry and Carol James from Cooloola Cove, who were grateful for the expanded service.

“It is so much more convenient, instead of having to travel all the time. Normally, we had to go to Gympie – now they can do it here. It’s less trauma for Scruff as well,” Carol said. “They are always brilliant, also so helpful.”

Terry told me how the team go above and beyond. Pets become family members, and they had to put their dog Kelly to sleep recently. “It was heartbreaking. She was 15

years old and we’d had her since she was a puppy.”

The clinic followed up with a note of condolence, which the couple really appreciated.

Carol said the new location and hours are also welcome. “You speak to people and they’re saying how great it is to have the services here. It has been a long time coming.”

The surgery is set up to desex cats and dogs, and your pet benefits from the back up of the larger clinic in Gympie for emergencies, surgeries, hospitalisation and dentistry – they can do house calls and help with transport of small pets to-and-from Gympie if needed.

Roxy is on fine form again, thanks Tin Can Bay Vets!

They’re open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday with a vet visiting daily, on Tin Can Bay Road, near the newsagent – call 5486 4666 to book.

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ART

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Left: Gayle Young, Ann Thornton and Ze show off their creations from the library art workshops

“Brushes by the Sea” C

REATIVES, NOW IS the time to prepare your work for the “Brushes by the Sea” Art Festival on January 21-22.

You can enter the following categories: Acrylic, Oils, Watercolour, Quilting, Craft, Young Artist, Drawing, Photography (real life and landscape), and ‘Local Area’.

The well timed art workshops are on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 10am at Rainbow Beach Library.

Jenny Tanner will cover various types of art – from sketching with charcoals to painting with watercolours and acrylics morning tea is provided.

Jenny said, “We have been working in charcoal and have decided to stick

to this medium for a while as we are all enjoying it. It came about because people were interested in trying something new.”

“I am amazed at how well everyone is doing, they’re enthusiastic and talented.

We will change to different mediums as we progress.”

So come along to workshops December 8 and 22, it is a perfect lead in for the festival.

Money raised by “Brushes by the Sea” is given to a different local charity each year thanks to the many local businesses that support the event. This year we are hoping the 2017 charity, Rainbow Beach State

Below: Tutor, Jenny Tanner, congratulates Brian Smith, Greg McIlroy and Manfred Gessner on an excellent art session

School P&C, will be just as successful.

Entries must be submitted by January 6 at $5 per entry. Brochures and entry forms are available from the Sports Club or you can download them online.

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HIS VERY ABLE group of men and women are enthusiastic about singing and are ready and willing to tackle difficult projects, like harmonising. Their latest venture was to sing in three parts, two famous Christmas Carols - Calypso Carol and Silent Night.

Rehearsals take place at the Cooloola Coast Bowls Club on Wednesdays from 3 4pm, fortnightly (unless we are performing, then we meet weekly).

Last month’s performance was a big ‘Thank You’ to the Bowls Club for letting us use the premises free of charge. The group also presented the President with a cheque

for $100 as a token, with a Certificate of Appreciation.

Enthusiasm is the word to apply to our choir and everything is tackled with a smile, a most rewarding group of people I have ever trained towards performance.

We hope to go from strength to strength and maybe we’ll hear more from them as time goes by. We welcome people who enjoy singing and want to aim for a good sound.

For further information contact: Pam Graham 0427 180 649 or sykapalua@ spiderweb.com.au

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ALLING ALL ARTISTS!” The Cooloola Coast Art Group meet again on Thursday January 19, as Thursday the 26th is Australia Day. The monthly general meeting is normally held at 2pm in the rooms behind the Tin Can Bay Library, every last Thursday of the month. For more information please contact either Norma: 5488 0840 or Kerri: 5486 2584.

An end-of-year Christmas luncheon for the group has been organised for noon on Friday, December 2 at the Tin Can Bay Marina Restaurant.

Wishes of happiness and good cheer are extended to all, throughout the festive season and the coming new year.

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Music, poetry and humour in Cooloola Cove with Music Plus

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S ALWAYS WE hope to introduce new sounds, new talent and new ideas, and in this way we are fortunate to have a new member of our musical community.

We were very happy to welcome a new arrival from Rainbow Beach, Manfred Gessner, who sang Brahms‘ Lullaby in the original German, accompanied by Pam at the piano.

He then introduced a German folk song, adopted by Elvis Presley while serving in the US forces, Wooden Heart.

Afterwards we all joined him in English.

The collection of other fine musicians included Ron, Sue, Lu, Debbie, Len, Neil, Sarah and Nancy. And the newly formed Drum Group played with gusto!

We enjoy playing for our audience but it is so good to display new talent. Do join us all those keeping very quiet.

You are missing a really good musical community experience.

In the new year we may begin in February if the weather permits... so watch this space and look for the flyers around town.

Music Plus wishes everyone a very happy Christmas and a prosperous new year.

Top right: Shervawn Wilson and her band ‘84 opened the night, followed by four acts and special guests The Dennis Sisters from the X Factor Above: The 140 strong crowd had a great time, including Tiana, Lisa, Mike and Briannah Dennis Right: Grace Spokes, Kiara Wilson, Emily Leat and Coralie-Ann Airens-Wilmott were snapped chilling to the tunes IMAGES SUPPLIED.

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Tourism bites l

A hearty congratulations to Rainbow Beach Horserides, first for Tourism, taking home the trophy for the 2016 Gympie Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. Goomboorian farm Cooloola Berries was also awarded Business of the Year!

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Getaway Holiday Apartments were delighted to host their very first international tour group - all that hard work with the international ready program through Visit Sunshine Coast has started to reap rewards.

The group included farmers and a journalist from Sweden, they were touring farms across Eastern Australia, and stopped at Fraser Island for a couple

overnight at Plantation Resort, enjoyed dinner at Arco’s, kayaked with dolphins and managed a horse ride! It will be cut into two shows for Queensland Weekender and Great South East.

of days. By all reports, the Karaoke across the road was a big hit with the group many were slow to rise the next day. l Two

accommodation businesses were listed in Trivago’s top rated - great to put Rainbow Beach on the map!

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Gympie Region report Rainbow Beach has received fantastic coverage with both online and print.

Andrew Saunders says, “The domestic and international promotion of the region has been incredible when you consider the competition and budgets the region is up against.”

Nature Coast campaigns continue across the world - in Italy, Germany, France, UK and Singapore.

Liz Kilgower delivers a scrumptious Rainbow Beach Fruit platter for breakfast

l Newsreader,

Kay McGrath, travelled on the Great Beach Drive last month, stayed

Congratulations Rainbow Beach Horserides Tourism winner and Rainbow Getaway Holiday Apartments, Tourism finalist at the Gympie Chamber Business Awards: Iselan Von Zernichow, Heatley Gilmore, Helen Warburton, Jacqueline Soden, Karla Ralph, Andrew McCarthy and Michelle Gilmore

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Rainbow Getaway Holiday Apartments hosted its first international tour group - 24 farmers from Sweden last month

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A Men’s Shed at last!

Rainbow Beach pharmacist, Chris, and assistant, Naomi Cole, say come in and buy your ticket for the Kids Bush to the Beach!

Help the Kids Bush to the Beach

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OME ALONG TO a gala fundraising event at the Gympie Civic Centre on Friday, December 16 at 6.30pm.

“Next March we want to bring a busload of kids from the west that have really gone without over the last five years, to enjoy our beautiful area,” says Tony Stewart from Rainbow Beach Droughtrunners.

“They will stay at Cathy House in Tin Can Bay for the week and with enough finances we hope to get them to Australia Zoo and Underwater World, Mooloolaba, as well as enjoy our local attractions.”

Also organised by Tin Can Bay Lions, they are hoping for a $4,000 grant as costs could be $15,000 plus.

The fundraiser evening will include a two-course meal, bar, auction of donated items, Livewire Band and Lee Conway with special guests.

Tony is optimistic, “With enough numbers we are hoping to get a bus from Rainbow Beach. I believe TCB have taken

plenty of seats already.”

As for the current climate situation, Tony says, “Summer rains are badly needed.

Although rain has fallen, some still missed out.

“I spent time at School of the Air in Longreach where kids numbers have dropped away. As soon as school term finishes the banks are moving more families from their properties.”

Donations are still gratefully accepted and a big thank you comes from all those out west for the food parcels, the IGA’s and donation tins.

“Hopefully we can buy some Christmas pressies for the kids next and if anyone is travelling Longreach way before Christmas, could you please call me,” Tony asks.

Buy your tickets from Tom Grady and ARB in Gympie, Rainbow Beach Pharmacy, Rainbow Beach Tourist Centre (7th Wave), Tin Can Bay Bakery, Jillys, Cafe to the Max or call Tony: 5486 8666 or Jill: 5486 2843.

Brian Lindfield, Graham Langdown, Barry Obst, Brian Williams and Jamie Barnes on the allocated block of land for the Men’s Shed

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HE TIN CAN BAY community and Men’s Shed is now a reality. Land has been allocated and the construction grant has been approved. A contract has been signed for the construction of a 24m x 12m shed, which will be completed early in the new year.

President Brian Lindfield said, “The shed will have a 12m x 12m workshop area catering for both wood and metalwork activities. A large selection of tools and machinery already is available to commission the workshop.

“The remaining 12m x 12m area of the shed will be a communal/training room allowing training/presentations and meetings associated with all aspects on men’s health and wellbeing, plus become an area for recreational activities and social interaction.”

Interest and support comes from organisations like the RSL and the Department of Veterans Affairs, with indications that some retired police and emergency services personnel in the area

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AMIE-LEE GRIFFITHS was recognised for her eight years of bugling at the RSL services in Rainbow Beach.

The RSL’s resident musician and bugler, and granddaughter of Padre Bruce Dorman, sang the National Anthem and played the last post and reveille.

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may need support via the Men’s Shed programs.

Other local community members will also benefit from accessing the facilities, particularly those caught up in domestic violence.

In support of people who need to access the services/facilities offered by TCBMS, a point needs to be made that there are very few options when it comes to accessing public transport to travel to major centres seeking help, this is a remote area in this context.

The shed will be wheelchair friendly, with toilet facilities and a kitchen, and an area for a library has been allowed for.

The Men’s Shed is seeking members to join what will be a valuable asset to the men of this community. Meetings are held the first Saturday of each month, 10am at 40 Endeavour Drive, Cooloola Cove; all are welcome.

For membership enquiries contact Brian on (07) 5486 2835 or email: brianlindfield@ bigpond.com

As Jamie is off to University next year she was presented a Certificate of Appreciation and gift for her loyal years of service by the Rainbow Beach RSL Sub Branch.

RSL members wish Jamie all the best as she starts a new path in her life.

Library Happenings

Visit us at: www.gympie.qld.gov.au/library

Talking rubbish

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RESENTER, WASTE Education Coordinator, Elli Webb, from Gympie Regional Council, visited the coast to share the word via storytelling - all about recycling at the local libraries.

“Craft was re-using egg cartons to make turtles, fish, chickens and other creatures.

Kids loved it,” said Elli.

Elli is back in Rainbow Beach Library, 10am Saturday, December 10; so come along for morning tea and learn about your ‘Home Waste Management System’.

Elli will explain what really happens to the rubbish from your green or red and yellowlidded wheelie bins. What are the common mistakes householders make in their kerbside recycling? Residents can discover answers to all of their recycling questions Planet Ark surveyed 115 councils across Australia and asked them what the three most common recycling mistakes made by their residents were.

Rainbow Beach Ph: 5486 3705 Monday and Thursday 9.30am – 12.30pm Wednesday and Friday 2pm – 5pm Saturday 9am – 12 noon

Council’s Elli Webb shows kids like Fletcher at the Tin Can Bay Library how to recycle, and she’ll be in Rainbow Beach on December 10, helping all ages minimise their waste

Tin Can Bay Ph: 5486 4355 Monday and Wednesday 9am – 12.30pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am – 5pm Saturday 8.30am – 11.30am

Book review by Lisa, Gympie Library

What Alice Forgot

by Liane Moriarty Nine out of ten councils said that plastic bags and soft plastics in the recycling bin is one of the most common mistakes made by their residents; nearly half of councils’ reported residents mistakenly placing kerbside recyclables into the general waste bin; and food contamination of recyclables

was the third most common mistake, highlighted by 23% of councils.

“There is a persistent myth that items picked up for recycling end up in landfill,” said Brad Gray, Head of Campaigns at Planet Ark. “But in reality, it’s simply not economic in most states for councils or waste companies to send recycling to landfill due to state waste levies.

“So each of us plays an important role, as our recycling habits influence the success of the whole recycling system.”

To find out more contact Elli on 1300 307 800.

Christmas Dates Take part in free school holiday activities December 21 at both libraries and regular storytime sessions will continue every Thursday at Tin Can Bay, and Monday at Rainbow Beach.

All branches will be closed on December 26 and 27 and January 2.

The kids at Rainbow Beach Library’s First 5 Forever talk about rubbish

What I am listening to on Borrow Box (this is also available in book format).

Alice has lost her memory of the last ten years. She still thinks her husband loves her. She still thinks she is pregnant with her first child. She still thinks her best friend is her sister. But that was ten years ago.

This is a story of love, forgiveness and seeing yourself from the eyes of someone you used to be.

One of Australia’s most popular new authors has written another story of human emotion and the complexities of family life.

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Rainbow Beach Police Beat

By Senior Constable Mick Emery

Drivers ‘bitten’ - make sure it’s not you!

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N A RECENT DAWN patrol along the beach I came across this highly venomous Elegant Sea Snake. With a distinctive eel-like tail, it left an interesting pattern in the sand as it slithered back towards the water. The morning sun was warming us both, and I had a philosophical ‘moment’ as I considered the lessons I could learn from this ‘dangerous’ creature…

It occurred to me that there are indeed dangers on the beach – but that the risks can be almost entirely eliminated: in this instance, not touching the sea snake ensured that it wouldn’t bite me. Simple.

Yet simple lessons like this are lost on some…

As I continued down the beach I came across other marks in the sand…the telltale markings of a far more dangerous creature: the Aussie bogan in a four wheel drive. Far from endangered, the Aussie bogan is – unfortunately – all too common.

Typically found on Teewah Beach with a ute and a blood-alcohol reading, the Aussie bogan can be distinguished from other beach users by: a lack of consideration for others; a lack of respect for the environment they came to enjoy; and a lack of knowledge when it comes to the consequences of reckless driving.

Every now and then a rare specimen will evolve – shedding his bogan skin and

growing into a considerate and productive member of the community – but often this process only comes about following fines, court appearances or education from the likes of Page you and10 me.

Alternatively, as we saw on Teewah Beach last month, this process of change may only take place after injury.

In the bogan equivalent of picking up a sea snake, a 21-year-old male was recklessly driving in circles on the beach – and he got bitten. In this case the front wheels bit into the sand, and the vehicle rolled numerous times…

This could easily have been fatal for both driver and passenger, but in this case the driver will get the opportunity to learn from his mistake…albeit with a court appearance for Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle.

With plenty of traffic on the beaches this holiday period, I wonder how many people will recognise these dangers and look to learn from the mistakes of others … and how many will simply end

Local News

Wolf Rock Dive Report

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by Cheryl Maughan, Wolf Rock Dive Some brilliant diving over February this year has kept customers raving about Wolf Rock and what a fantastic dive we have here.

A Sea Snake is only one of the dangerous creatures Police meet in the line of duty

up bitten as well.

With improved visibility we have been enjoying the When it comes to snakes, a fatal entire vistabite of can Wolf Rock under water surrounded by be avoided by responsible behaviour about 50 grey near nurse sharks, giant Qld groper, eagle rays, the animal - but there is also the ‘second bull rays, turtles, octopus, leopard sharks and so much chance’ of survival through anti-venom. more. In amongst all these animals are huge schools of There is no such antidote or second chance sh, trevally, kingfish, barracuda and mulloway. for a fatal motor vehiclebaitfi crash.

To photos and comments about the dives at On behalf of your policesee at more Rainbow go to our Facebook page at www.facebook.

Beach and Tin Can Bay, Wolf I’d likeRock to wish you all a safe and merry Christmas. com/wolfrockdive We look forward to serving in partnership Visibility has been in the OMMUNITY range of 20GROUPS, – 30 metres with water advertisers and tempera with you again in 2017. contributors, please note that due to Christmas, deadlines for the January edition of the Community News come forward a week.

Except for deliveries and photo shoots, the Community News office will be closed for family and beach time from December 23 until January 13. Please do contact us beforehand of potential stories, so we can try to accommodate.

Do notify us if there is groundbreaking news to report. We will still be updating you via Facebook and on our website over that period.

The February deadline returns to normal from January 18.

To all a happy Christmas!

Early Deadlines for January Edition

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Editorial

Dec 11

Ad bookings

Dec 13

Ad copy

Dec 16

Delivery date

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Best images on the coast!

Dolphin

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HE DOLPHIN CENTRE volunteers wish you a merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year.

We operate everyday (even Christmas Day) to be able to showcase you our rather wonderful dolphins.

If you wish to be part of this important work (though you can’t really call it work – interacting with Mystique, Patch, Ella and Squirt is so remarkable), come on down and volunteer your services and learn about their special traits.

You won’t regret it.

Young ‘Squirt’ has been in a bit of trouble lately with many rakings (scratches) on his body. We believe that either his dad or mum have been teaching him a few lessons. He can be a naughty boy.

If you have been down to the Dolphins when Squirt has been in, you would have heard stories about how he bumps into us and sometimes knocks us over with his play.

I lost my footing a couple of weeks ago and ended in the water, when he slapped his tail into my legs.

We take care that his play doesn’t impact on our visitors, He is starting to gain better manners and is such a dear.

See you there!

Norma Sanderson (Volunteer)

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HE TIN CAN BAY Camera Club’s November meeting was the Annual Presentation Night and awarding of the Best Images of 2017. The guest judge was Gympie photographer, Ken Chapman. The following images received awards: A Grade Print Photographer of the Year: Julie Hartwig Print Photographer of the Year – Runner-Up: Ron Johnson Digital Photographer of the Year: Jennie Bourke Digital Photographer of the Year – RunnerUp: Ron Johnson Best Image: Chris Harvey – Percy Best Image – Runner-Up: Patsy Brady – Wipe Out People’s Choice: Ron Johnson – That Tree People’s Choice: Julie Hartwig – Stormy Sunset B Grade Print Photographer of the Year: Mary Boyce Print Photographer of the Year – Runner-Up: Jennifer Gamble Digital Photographer of the Year: Jennifer Gamble Digital Photographer of the Year – RunnersUp: Lynn Milnes & Lyn Minchell Best Image: Jan Johnson – Everglade Magic Best Image – Runner-Up: Jennifer Gamble – The Coorong People’s Choice: Christine Novis – Fingers of Sand People’s Choice: Jennifer Gamble – The Coorong Christine Novis was awarded the Anne Wilson Encouragement Award. Pointscore achievement certificates were presented to Jennifer Gamble, Lynn Milnes, Frank Posch and Jan Blackshaw.

In a special presentation, Jenni Bourke was presented with the shield for winning

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Above: Jenni Bourke – We will Remember Them – QLD CWA Photo Comp Grand Champion Right: Julie Hartwig – Stormy Sunset – A Grade People’s Choice – Runner-Up

the Grand Champion Photograph in the Queensland CWA’s 2017 Photography Competition. Jenni’s win follows on from wins in the local and regional stages of the competition. Congratulations, Jenni!

Upcoming Dates: Saturday 10 December – Annual Christmas luncheon, 12 noon at Rainbow Shores.

Club activities resume in January 2017.

Tin Can Bay Camera Club welcomes anyone with an interest in photography.

To view our images or for more information visit www.tincanbaycameraclub.wix.com/ tcb-camera-club.

City Farm has your free plant!

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REE LOCAL PLANTS are available on your latest rates notice, so come in to see our range. We are here for help and advice and welcome any requests for assistance with native plant choices and issues.

Every spring my eyes are drawn to the long-lasting display of yellow flowers that stretches for many kilometres between the Rainbow Beach turn-off and Goomboorian. I believe these plants are yellow cosmos, a native of Mexico and parts of South America.

They are a very hardy plant, so we can expect to see them well into the future. They are very bright and colorful, but unfortunately, are not our natives.

City Farm, opposite the Community Centre, on Tin Can Bay Road, is open to the public for plant

sales on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8am-3pm, 07 5486 2304, ccfni09@gmail.com, www.cooloolacityfarm.org City Farm will be closed from December 22 until January 10.

Plant of the Month: You may have noticed the tumbling seed heads of Beach spinifex (Spinifex sericeus) on the beach recently. Beach spinifex has leaves with a silvery upper surface that reflects light and helps prevent moisture loss.

Long runners go under and over the sand and root at the nodes, quickly colonising an area and helping stabilise dunes. Thus it is a very important part of our foreshore ecosystem.

IN BRIEF Cooloola Coast Youth Activity Project Our new committee has been liaising with several local youth who have been attending meetings and workshopping ideas. If you would like to have input on future activities then please feel free to come along one Thursday afternoon.

Contact either Jess or Ronnie for time and place. We welcome any suggestions and just like the Sound of Teen Spirit concert, your simple ideas can quickly turn into a reality.

Volunteers are always welcome, even if it is for a one-off activity in your field of knowledge. Email ccyap@gmail.com to register your interest. All skills are an asset and by giving time to share these with the next generation you can inspire growth and confidence.

For all enquiries contact Jess Milne on 0411 218 254 or Ronnie on 0413 135 867.

New hours for Resource Centre Merry Christmas and a happy new year to everyone from the Tin Can Bay Resource and Referral Centre. The centre is closed

from December 16 ‘til January 9, and the new opening hours for 2017 are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9am - noon.

The office is closed on Wednesdays and Fridays open for delivery of Victory Hampers only.

Orders for Victory Hampers can be placed on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.

Computer lessons will be available on Tuesdays by appointment only. Emergency Relief will be available Monday, Tuesday and Thursday (Centrelink statement required).

Find us at Shop 2B/11 Dolphin Ave, Tin Can Bay 4580 or call 07 5488 0035.

CCMT closes for Christmas Cooloola Coast Medical Transport will close the office from noon on Friday December 16 and re-open on Tuesday morning January 3 2017.

From January 1, 2017 three of our destinations will have a small fee increase.

Please call our office for details on 5486 2488, from 8.30am to 12.30pm, or speak with one of our friendly volunteers at 25 Bream Street Tin Can Bay.

Over 60s plan more fun Melbourne Cup for the Over 60s was celebrated at The Cooloola Bowls Club. We all had such a good time there last year that we decided to do it again.

Fascinators were the order of the day with the ladies, but that wasn’t the only fashion statement made at our table - the Best Dressed Man for the event was our own Keith Sykes! There were also a couple of sweep wins amongst us to add to the general joie de vivre.

Plans are well in place for our trip to Agnes Waters in March. If you need more info on this ring Don and Helen Hill, ph: 0409516936 or John and Margaret Missen, ph: 54868153.

In case you haven’t noticed, Christmas is almost upon us and we are returning to the Cooloola Bowls Club for our party, which will be on Tuesday December 6 starting at 11.30am. Book with Dorothy on 5486 3257 before Thursday, December 1. So come along and have a great time. We are not planning a coffee morning or event at this stage for January.

Michelle Mummery helps hold up Beryl Vickery’s (pictured right) beautiful garden quilt

Quilters countdown for Christmas Tin Can Bay Quilters have our Christmas Lunch on at the Sports Club in Rainbow Beach this year on December 13. The bus will be leaving from the Dolphin Centre at 11am so please be on time.

Our club will close down on December 6 for Christmas break and return on January 10, 2017.

The club’s Friendship Day is on next year so we will be busy. If you are interested in joining our club please ring our President Jacquie Cross on 5486 4468.

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What to pack when you go caravanning and camping these holidays

By Margaret and Peter Grant, Saturn Antennas

Make sure you pack everything for your camping trip - Saturn give you a list!

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INGLE BELLS, JINGLE BELLS… I love this time of the year with all the excitement and festivities, the family and fun, the beach and the Christmas pudding.

What family traditions do you have for this time of the year? The one that I love the most (after the Christmas pudding) is the tradition that our girls continue, even now into their 30s, of putting their Santa stocking just outside their door - and Santa continues to fill it each year.

In amongst the excitement and joy, we still reserve a piece of our heart for those less fortunate and to those who will struggle through Christmas because of a loved one now gone. To you, the staff at Saturn Antennas send our love and prayers.

And Christmas usually brings time off and “Let’s go camping/caravanning”.

Before you head off, it’s best if you do a check of all the gear you will need.

Here is the list that we publish each year pertaining to your TV reception.

Some of them may be relevant to you and some of them may not. But it is good to run through the list and check those that relate to you.

1. Where is the TV + remote + power cable? Does the remote need new batteries?

2. Where is your antenna + the cables?

Check all the ends of the antenna cables to make sure they are clean and free of corrosion

2. Set up your dish in the back yard to make sure your registration is current.

Remember the “Re-hit” button if your registration is current but you can’t get the channels.

3. If your antenna has a booster, where is the power supply?

3. Remember that we are ready to help if you need it. Just call Peter on 0418 741 409.

4. Plug in all the equipment and see if they are all working properly. Repair/ replace those that need attention.

We are taking a break between December 20, 2016 and January 9, 2017.

5. Check all the ends of the antenna cables to make sure they are clean and free of corrosion (picture).

If you need any parts, call us on 07 5486 3471 or email us at sales@ saturnantennas.com.au

For those with satellite gear, here is a separate list.

You are now ready to pack your TV gear into your camper/caravan.

1. Tick off all these components to make sure everything is packed - dish, tripod, cable, compass, instructions, satellite finder, satellite receiver + TV. (Picture).

On behalf of the Saturn team, Peter Grant wishes you a happy and safe Christmas and New Year

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your Community LAC says avoid heat stress this summer

by Cheryl Zunic, Treasurer Phone: 5486 8070

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ITH THE HOT summer weather already upon us, the Cooloola Coast Local Ambulance Committee has again arranged for the distribution of Heat Stress Flyers to various outlets in Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach as well as both libraries.

The flyers are free and offer some very helpful hints on how to prevent heatrelated illness for seniors, babies and children.

Practical measures such as drinking small amounts of water every 15-20 minutes, wearing lightweight clothing and avoiding strenuous activity are some of the suggestions for avoiding heat stress. So please pick up a flyer and keep cool this summer.

The committee is highlighting the dangers of button batteries for small children. We have obtained a supply of Button Battery Aware magnets which highlight the need to be vigilant and also give advice on what action is to be taken if one is swallowed.

Magnets will be distributed to families with the local school newsletter. There will be a leaflet attached which provides further details, along with safety tips on handling button batteries.

Child care centres and playgroups in the community will also be invited to assist in the distribution of this important information.

The committee would like to thank all those people who have supported us during the year and we wish everyone a joyful Christmas and a happy and safe new year.

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RUISE THE TIN CAN BAY Inlet noon to 4.30pm, December 12. Members are invited to please join Cooloola Coastcare aboard local chartered vessel ‘Bay Wide’ to celebrate Coastcare’s successful three year EEG Cooloola Coast Waterwatch.

Coastcare has been operating in Cooloola for 20 years and much has been achieved. See firsthand and hear about the beautiful coastal environment we care for. Meet at TCB Marina 11.30am for a noon departure. Dress casual.

Please RSVP for catering purposes: admin@cooloolacoastcare.org.au or phone or text: 0417 554 905 (light lunch provided).

Coastcare’s AGM will also be December 5, details on: http://www. cooloolacoastcare.org.au/

Pictured is Sarah Williams and Ian Smith after successful Kauri Creek monitoring.

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OOLOOLA COVE RESIDENTS and Friends welcome their new president, Graham Langdown.

increase our membership base, and inform and involve residents in our future”.

He says there’s good news, the Our Towns Program 2016 had its Cooloola Cove funding fast-tracked.

He says, “2017 will be an important year, as we can leverage off an increase in local activity to initiate projects and work to improve our town now and into the future.”

The grant of more than $120,000 will provide streetscaping and footpath upgrades in the Shopping Centre precinct.

The work we do via our connections with Council and local government endeavours to improve the quality of life for residents, and provide a welcoming experience for visitors.

Graham’s aim is to “improve our representation of Cooloola Cove,

Look out for the Christmas raffle drawn December 17 for $1 a ticket you could win $250 cash.

They are available near Woolworths Saturday mornings.

The last meeting for 2016 will be 10am, December 19 at Cooloola Cove Veteran and Community Hall.

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Cooloola Coast Visitor’s Guide Rainbow Beach and the Cooloola Coast is home of the Coloured Sands, the majestic Carlo Sandblow and gateway to World Heritage listed Fraser Island. You can feed wild dolphins, visit a historic lighthouse and kayak with the whales.

Rainbow Shores Clarkson Drive has a concrete path for most of the way taking you through wallum and paperbarks.

If riding, you can turn left to the industrial area (Karoonda Road) and the return to town via Carlo Road.

Half-day 4WD Tours (5486 3131) or hire your own to Cooloola National Park, Coloured Sands, Double Island Point, Lighthouse, Rainforest and Lake Freshwater.

Coloured Sands Starting below the lookout, walk along the beach towards Double Island Point for a kilometre or so to these amazing Coloured sand cliffs, with the best colours around 9 to 10 kilometres along the beach (accessible with a 4wd or Surf and Sand Safari tour) 5486 3131.

Carlo Sand Blow A bush walk up to Carlo Sand Blow is a must for every visitor. Drive to the reservoir at the top of Cooloola Drive. The Blow is an easy 600m walk from the car park or take the longer walk from the National Parks Office. Spectacular views of the Coloured Sands, Double Island Point and Tin Can Bay Inlet are the bonus for your efforts. When the thermals are right, you will often see Hang Gliders taking off and landing at this beautiful piece of Nature’s Sculpture.

Fraser Island Great Walk A 90 km trail which showcases natural and cultural features of the world’s largest sand island as it meanders between Dilli Village and Happy Valley www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/ parks/great - walks-fraser-island/about. html Cooloola Great Walk A 102 km trail which passes through a rich diversity of vegetation types with spectacular views, connecting Rainbow Beach with Noosa North Shore. www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/ greatwalkscooloola/ index.html Rainforest Walk / Bymien Picnic Area A few kilometres from town, on the Gympie Road, take the Freshwater Road to the left. 3km on a good gravel surface will bring you to Bymien, which is the limit for conventional vehicles.

Lake Poona After morning tea or lunch in the picnic area you can venture on some wonderful walks to Lake Poona or through some spectacular Rainforest. Allow 40 minutes to reach Lake Poona.

Lake Freshwater Only accessible by 4WD, Tour or Walking. Walking tracks starts at the Bymien picnic area. The round trip from Rainbow Beach will take a full day and requires fitness.

Foreshore Tin Can Bay You can walk 4km from Crabs Creek to Norman Point, over picturesque bridges, signage of flora and fauna, through mangroves, playgrounds and outdoor gyms. It is mostly flat – very safe for children on wheels. Start at the playground opposite the library, cycle to Crabs Creek and stop for a coffee, then return to opposite the library. Enjoy the views out to the inlet while the kids enjoy the playground and skatepark.

Rainbow Beach 10,000 steps walk – from the headland behind the Surf Tower and Playground to Carlo Road. Paths are perfect for bicycles, scooters and skateboards.

4x4 Hire Rainbow Beach 4x4 Hire 5486 8300 Rainbow Beach Adventure Centre 4WD Hire 5486 3288

Double Island Point (DIP) has the longest break in Australia (when the swell lines up.

(4WD only) Surf School & Board Hire Learn to surf with the experts at Rainbow Beach Surf Centre on the best and one of the longest beginner waves in Australia. 0408 738 192 Stand up paddle tour The 2 hour tour on offer is a basic introduction to SUP to anybody who would like to see what its all about.With all of our equipment catered for the beginner, also the flat water of Pelican Bay/ Carlo Point this is a fantastic tour for scenery and also the whole family to enjoy, it’s just so easy to participate.

0408 738 192 Seary’s Creek 7km from town towards Gympie, with 2 waterholes, boardwalks, bridges and history – do read the sign and spot the creatures. Always cool on the hottest of days.

walk 4WD back to nature swim, surf and on the water fish extreme adventure national parks family fun accommodation annual events plus Scuba Diving A popular spot for the scuba enthusiast is at Wolf Rock, off Double Island Point. World class diving on Fraser Island’s doorstep, phone Wolf Rock Dive Centre on 5486 8004.

Hang Gliding & Paragliding Carlo Sand Blow is one of the top spots for hand gliders in Queensland with the National Championships being held there each January. With a take off of 300ft and a soarable ridge of 12 kilometres long and about 500ft high, Carlo Sand Blow is definitely the place to go. Fliers should be of Hang2 standard, fly in north easterly winds and remember landing in the bathing reserve is prohibited.

Wind surf off the surfing beach or in Tin Can Bay Inlet, taking off from Carlo Point.

Rainbow Beach Aquatic Centre and Tin Can Bay Pool offers squad, learn to swim, water aerobics and more.

Sailing And Cruising If you love the wonderful peace and relaxation of sailing or cruising, the sheltered waters of the Great Sandy Strait are for you. You may see dugong, turtles, dolphins and more.

Great Sandy Strait Cruises and Sunset Cruises 0428 838 836

Dolphin Ferry 35 minutes by ferry to view the dolphins at TIn Can Bay 7am daily 0428 838 836

By Canoe Explore the mangrove fringed waters of Carlo Creek, Carlo Island and Tin Can Bay Inlet Tin Can Bay Boat Hire 0408 329 167

Dolphin Viewing/Feeding at Tin Can Bay just a thirty minute drive to Tin Can Bay through Cooloola Cove and you can see the Dolphins at Barnacles Dolphin Centre, Norman Point at around 7 – 7.30am each day, feeding time is 8.00am. Charges apply. Come and have a look around this pretty little town while you are there. 5486 4899 Turtle Tours Paddle in double seated ocean kayaks along the edge of the mangroves at Pelican Bay on this two hour tour, you quietly encounter all types of sea life from turtles to rays to the odd dolphin. 0408 738 192 Sea Kayaking Dolphin View Sea Kayaking: A unique experience - see dolphins, whales (seasonal), manta rays, turtles and more 0408 738 192 Horseride with professional guides on our World Heritage Listed Beach.

04121RIDES Tin Can Bay Foreshore Bird Walk – 137 species with best viewing spots on the brochure.

Tin Can Bay Wildflower Walk spectacular wildflower species, all on the brochure.

Our safe beach is patrolled between September - March. ALWAYS SWIM BETWEEN THE FLAGS. Surfing The most popular area is near the Surf Tower. Note Surfing In Bathing Area Is Prohibited.

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Probably one of Rainbow’s greatest attractions would have to be the abundant opportunity for fishing. Fishing, in all its styles, is available right on our doorstep.

Beach fishing has unlimited scope with nearly 100kms of beach to choose from.

Varieties include Bream, Whiting, Tailor, Dart, Jew and Flathead.

Estuary fishing in Tin Can Bay Inlet, through the Inskip Point area and up the Great Sandy Strait is perfect for those with a boat or the wish to hire one. Access is from an efficient boat ramp at Carlo Point.

Another ramp is located at Bullock Point.

Boat and Kayak Hire Tin Can Bay Boat Hire 0408 329 167 Charter Boats Excellent reef fishing is only a few miles offshore and charter trips can be arranged through Rainbow Beach Fishing Charters on 5486 8666, Double Island Point Fishing Charters on 0417 073 313 or Keely Rose Reef Fishing Charters on 0407 146 151. The reefs off Rainbow yield Red Emperor, Sweet lip, Snapper, Pearl Perch, Parrot and Coral Trout.

extreme adventure Kitesurfing Lessons Learn to kitesurf with very experienced instructors from Rainbow Beach Surf Centre. 0408 738 192

Cooloola Sand, wind and water have sculpted a varied landscape at Cooloola, the largest remnant of coastal vegetation on the southern Queensland’s mainland.

High sand dunes, coloured sand cliffs, sweeping beaches, sandblows, freshwater lakes, tall forests, paperbark swamps and wildfl ower heath make the Cooloola Recreation Area a spectacular part of the Great Sandy National Park. www.nprsr. qld.gov. au/parks/cooloola/index Inskip Peninsula is a narrow, sandy finger of land built up by wind and waves. It forms a natural breakwater at the entrance to Tin Can Inlet and Great Sandy Strait. Inskip is a gateway to World Heritagelisted Fraser Island. Beach she oaks, cypress pine and other coastal trees and shrubs shade the very popular camping areas ringed by open ocean beaches and sheltered estuary shores. All are within 15 minutes drive to Rainbow Beach. Most of the peninsula is protected as a Recreation Area. www.nprsr.qld.gov. au/parks/inskip-peninsula/index The Great Sandy Marine Park extends from Baffl e Creek in the north to Double Island Point in the south. It includes Hervey Bay, Great Sandy Strait, Tin Can Bay Inlet and the waters off the east coast of Fraser Island, seaward to three nautical miles. Seagrass meadows, mangroves, rocky shores, reefs, sandy beaches, bays, sheltered channels, rivers, creeks and estuaries host a wealth of wildlife including whales, turtles, dugong, grey nurse sharks, fish, corals, birds and more. www. nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/great -sandymarine/ index Fraser Island is the world’s largest sand island and an area of remarkable natural beauty. Growing on seemingly infertile sands are a great variety of plant communities ranging from coastal heath, mangrove forests and swamps to subtropical rainforest. The many archaeological remains found on Fraser Island record thousands of years of culture and tradition, and provide important links to their past for the Butchulla people. The island is 123 km long and covers an area of 166,038 ha, so you need to allow plenty of time to explore and appreciate it. www. nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/fraser/index

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Markets – Saturdays Saturday Markets 1st3rd Cooloola Cove Veterans and - Tin Can Bay Community Hall 0499 110 944 2nd & 4th Rainbow Beach Centreblock 5483 4866 3rd Tin Can Bay 0418 711 897 Sundays Top Shop Craft Market 0413 716 491

Rainbow Beach Flying Services offer a daily service to Fraser Island, but prior bookings are required.

Remember that going independently, a permit is required and is available from the National Parks Office.

family fun Playgrounds North and South of the Playgrounds North and South of the Headland and Rainbow Shores

accommodation

Headland and Rainbow Shores

Playrooms Pub and and Sport SportClub Club Playrooms at at the the Pub Family Family friendly friendly directory directory

Cooloola Coast Realty www.accommodationrainbowbeach.com.au 07 5486 3411 Rainbow Beach Holiday Village

Cooloola Coast Realty www.rainbowbeachholidayvillage.com www.accommodationrainbowbeach.com.au 07 5486 3222 07 5486 3411

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Rainbow Beach Realty 07 5486 3900 Rainbow Beach Realty www.rainbowbeachrealty.com www.rainbowbeachrealty.com 07Rainbow 5486 3900Getaway Holiday Resort

Bowls There is a lawn green at the Rainbow Beach Sports Recreation & Memorial Club where visitors are most welcome. 5486 3191 Tennis Two courts are available at the Sports & Recreation Club. Bookings 5486 3191

Bowls There a lawn greenis located at the Golf A par 3, 9ishole golf course Rainbow Beach Sports Recreation & at Rainbow Shores Resort. Members of the Memorial where visitors areShores most public are Club very welcome.

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5486 3191 Social Golf Club (0429 668 255) stages

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5486 3191 Darts, Pool, Yoga, Tai Chi, Sailing, Pilates, Darts, Fitness Pool, Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates, Zumba, Classes (see Sailing, What’s On)

Fitness Classes (see What’s On)

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Rainbow Beach Resort www.rainbowwaters.com.au www.rainbowshores.com.au 07 54863200 5486 3999 Sleepy Lagoon Hotel/Motel

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annual events

January “Brushes by the Sea” Rainbow January Beach Artby & the Craft Festival “Brushes Sea” Rainbow February Cooloola Crocs Swimming Beach Art & Craft Festival Carnival February Cooloola Crocs Day Swimming April Anzac Parade Carnival April Anzac Parade May Bay Day to Bay Yacht Race May Bay to BayRainbow Yacht RaceBeach Family June/July June/July Rainbow Beach Family Fishing Classic July 4-12 Fishing Classic August Rainbow Beach Triathlon August Rainbow Beach Lion’s Club Annual Kite Rainbow Beach/Trail Runs Festival Rainbow Beach Triathlon September Tin Can Bay Seafood September Festival Rainbow Beach Festival October Rainbow Beach Invitations Tin Can Bay Seafood Festival Fours Bowls Tournament October Tin Can Bay Ambulance Flower Show Rainbow Beach Invitations Fours Bowls October Rainbow Beach Nippers Tournament Carnival Cooloola Coast Ambulance Flower Show November Rainbow Beach/Trail Runs Rainbow Beach Nippers Carnival December Tin Can Bay Foreshore December Family Nights Christmas Concert Beach Lions Club Twilight TinRainbow Can Bay Foreshore Family Nights Christmas and Afternoon Markets “The Tents”Concert Rainbow Beach Holiday “The Tents” Rainbow Beach Holiday Program Program See What’s On Onpage page more See our our What’s forfor more on on Things ThingstotoDo. Do.Suggestions, Suggestions,amendments amendmentsor to add business to the visitor guide or to your add your business to the visitor pleaseguide call 07 5486 or email please call3561 07 5486 3561 info@ rbcn.com.au . info@ rbcn.com.au or email

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IN CAN BAY Fishing Club members recently enjoyed a few days fishing and camping at Borumba Dam where a number of good size bass to 45cm were caught as well as a 60cm saratoga and good catches of red claw.

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The club will be hosting and visiting other fishing clubs within our region during 2017, as well as enjoying local outings.

The Club’s Christmas Raffle winners include: First Prize $1000, ticket no. 288

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76mm range working well.

Barra season has started off well with several nice fish being taken in the bay along with a few more stories of the ones that got away. It pays to make sure your gear is up for the task when chasing Barra as there is nothing worse than losing that trophy fish due to tackle failure.

It’s well worth beefing up the trebles on your hard bodies from the standard ones from factory to something a little more robust. If your using soft plastics choose the jig heads with heavy duty hooks like the TT Headlockz XH or the Evolution HD range.

Crabs have been active with several reports of people coming back with a feed of muddies.

Upside has been the recent publicity by Fisheries QLD regarding on the spot fines of $1100 for those caught tampering with someone else’s crab pots. This is great news and hopefully it is enforced heavily around holiday/peak seasons.

While the winds are light it is worth heading up towards Fraser Island and fishing the channel between Inskip and Fraser for mackerel.

If the wind kicks up and with temps in the high 20’s to early 30’s it will pay to seek shelter in the creeks and chase a few jacks and barra.

We have received some great news over the past week and we are excited to announce that we have been appointed the Shimano dealer for the Tin Can Bay area.

This means locals and visitors no longer have to travel to Gympie or Maryborough

Fishing & Boating

Left: Another bag out of snapper - Sellwood Constructions at it again!

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Below: Dan Adamson (centre) and crew from Toowoomba pulled in these snapper at their Christmas party where they held a competition: landscapers versus signwriters

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ELL ANOTHER month has passed by and with the strong north winds about unfortunately a few trips have been cancelled.

A lot of fun and laughs were had with several groups having an early Christmas party and running their own competitions.

Keely Rose Fishing Charters

Fishing has been good in November with some exceptional days.

to get what Above: Andy they are after.from Gympie Don’t forget sh of of red the month with aour nicefipair competition.emperor With just over a week left for the month be sure to get your entries in and remember to keep it Bradnam fair this isfrom a random Left: Ash draw so it doesn’t have to be the biggest Brisbane radio, Nova FM, fish to win. had a great time catching Find us on facebook @ www.facebook. reds on the Keely Rose com/TinCanBayBoatHire we would love to see pictures of your holiday catch.

Until next time, stay safe on the water.

Red emperor, large sweetlip and good size snapper were active early in the month. Goldspot and Maori cod were in good numbers.

Solid catches of Moses perch have been common as with pearl perch, parrot, trag Jew cobia and scarlet sea perch.

December should see some dolphin fish about and some action heating up with mackerel.

‘Til next month, merry Christmas to all and safe boating.

Above right: A huge gold spot cod for this lady!

Below right: Another gold spot cod brought more smiles

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School 30th celebrations continue from day to night!

Above: Liam points out his handprint in the Prep/1 rainbow artwork unveiled on the day Left: 1986 Rainbow Beach State School student Dale Kersnovske (nee Stuart) cuts the cake with youngest student Sebastion

Ms Eryn Truin leads the choir and the school in singing Music: Count Us In song ‘Let It Play’ with children all over Australia

The new musical instruments in the garden are a hit!

Mrs Therese Young organised games for the anniversary with her 1 / 2 class

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE FREE DROP OFF DAYS Gympie region residents can drop off hazardous household waste for free on designated collection days. Disposing of hazardous chemicals in your general waste or recycling bin is not safe as they can be flammable, corrosive, explosive or toxic. These materials can potentially cause fires in bins or garbage trucks and create a hazard for truck drivers and the community. These chemicals should also not be tipped down the drain as they can disrupt the function of Council water treatment plants and are toxic to the environment.

You can dispose of the following hazardous waste items safely at a free drop-off day at Nelson Reserve in Gympie on Saturday 10 December 2016 between 9am and 12pm.

Items must remain in their original containers, have lids and not be mixed. A 20 litre limit for each chemical or product applies.

Insect sprays Floor care products Motor oil, sump oil and gear oil Fungicides Herbicides and weed killers Dry-cleaning solvents Swimming pool chemicals Smoke detectors

Metal polish and solvents Brake fluid Petrol and marine fuel Insecticides Paints and mediums Fibreglass resins Photographic chemicals Compact fluorescent light bulbs

This service is for residents only.

Commercial quantities will not be accepted.

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Local News

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Book now for the Blood Bank

Harvey Barkwell is helping 3 lives every time he sits in the bloodbank chair.

Birds around the Bay

The Blood Bank van will be in Tin Can Bay on the 31st March from 9am to 2.30pm and anyone who wishes to donate over Above: Heatley Gilmore, Michael and Elizabeth White with Emily Brantz Above: The Palmer family – Selina, Tarni, Lauren and David - enjoyed the night there will be most welcome. This still gives you the required period of time between donations to be able to donate in Rainbow Beach in June when they are due here again.

You may already have had a call from them and made a Right: booking. If not, ring 13 14 95 and the call centre will give Ex students you a time.

Cody Hethorn, Coby Tuton, Jack Gilmore and Nicholas White with Edwin Thompson and Alex Wilson share the albums

Above: Shakirra and Jodie Grosskopf, Al and Therese Young check out all the photos

Right: Sarah Brantz, Michelle Gilmore and Fiona Worthington congratulate principal, Micheal Grogan on an excellent year

Right: P&C President and Secretary Kirstie Jordison and Fiona Worthington cut cake at the Local members of the the Queensland party Wader Study Group countcocktail shorebirds

on roost sites around the bay every month. Migratory shorebirds return to the same roost site year after year.

Counting the birds regularly and then comparing the counts over time gives a good idea of how successful the breeding season has been up in the northern hemisphere and also how the birds have managed on their long flights north and then south again.

Unfortunately, shorebird numbers are declining every year but each year we see a similar mix of birds on each of the roost sites. However, there is one bird that I have not seen for a couple of years.

Terek Sandpipers have only been found on one site south of Inskip Point and I have not seen them on this site for some time. They roost in mangrove trees with Grey-tailed Tattlers. When they are roosting they both tuck their heads under their wings.

Because they are very similar in size and both grey and white coloured they are very difficult to identify. If they pull

their heads out from under their wings then it is easy!

Grey-tailed Tattlers have straight bills and Terek Sandpipers have up-curved bills.

For some time I have been hoping to get close views of these birds but each time I approach their roost they fly off to the other side of the bay before I can get my binoculars up or my camera focused on them. This last week was different. The birds stayed sitting on the branches and I was able to photograph them.

There are still Terek Sandpipers mixed in with the Grey-tailed Tattlers!

From what I saw before the birds flew off approximately a quarter of the flock were Terek Sandpipers. This time they flew off because a Tern flew too close over their roosting tree!

If you want to join our monthly shorebird counts then phone Dorothy Pashniak: 54880057 and if you want to read more about the birds I see every week then visit my blog at http:// www.sandystraitsandbeyond.blogspot. com.au/

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SCHOOL NEWS

Congratulations incoming Student Leaders

by Mr Micheal Grogan, Principal

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LECTIONS WERE held for the Rainbow Beach State School 2017 Leadership roles - congratulations incoming School Captains, Sophie and Nathan, and Vice Captains, Mikayla and Clive. Sports Captains will be elected early next year.

Students complete their annual swimming block on December 2. Our carnival will follow on Wednesday December 7. As with previous years, the P-2 students will swim novelty races in the morning, with 3-6 coming down from mid morning for the carnival proper.

Student reports are sent home on Monday December 5. Once again we will include a guide to reading your child’s report in the newsletter in week 8.

Attendance has improved in 2016. It is currently sitting at approximately 92%. In recent years it has been as low as 89% for our students.

The Fun Run/Holt Bolt was a huge success with a total of $4796.12 raised. From this,

the school will receive approximately $2900 to contribute to supporting the new digital technologies curriculum.

Transition to High School Chappy Ronnie has been running a transition to high school group this term for the 11 Grade 6 students.

To make sure they know a familiar face when they start, the chaplains from these schools recently spent time with them sharing what they can expect.

Chappy Joy from Gympie High, Chappy Josh from Victory College and Chappy Sarah from St Pats put the students at ease by reassuring them that all the staff are there to ensure their time at high school is a positive experience.

Other topics discussed in the group over the past few weeks have been attitudes, values, influences, setting goals and being organised, with a game called ‘Red Undies’ proving to be a great favourite.

Kitchen Garden news Work is set to start on the unused part of the school garden before the end of Term 4, which will incorporate features from the Grade 3 /4 design competition held earlier in the year.

Coast kids shine at St Patrick’s Awards Pictured are St Patrick College students Emily Brantz, Remi and Cody Hethorn, Liam Window and (front) Hugh Gilmore, Alex Brantz and Izaak Cole Dux, Emily Brantz won a Gold Academic Award, Academic Excellence and the USC Rise and Shine Award, and Liam Window brought home the Bryan Baker Memorial Award.

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Local builder and parent, Nick Lattanzi, will start work on building new garden beds, with Paul Vick, another talented parent who builds play equipment, and Mick Gardiner, retired builder and husband of Deb our fantastic garden volunteer, helping to build a pergola, garden shopfront, giant chessboard and a birdhide.

Other ideas the students would like to incorporate are a water feature, windmill and a sundial, so if anyone has any

Rainbow Beach RSL Sub Branch members Bob Bliss, Trevor Ansell, John Molkentien, Pat Nayler OAM, Len Vickery, with (front) Rainbow Beach State School students Archie Gilmore, Charlie Kingsley, Ruby Falconer, Annie White and President Joe Casey after the 2016 Remembrance Day service

experience with how to construct any of these, please contact the school.

Our wonderful anonymous benefactor has recently made another generous donation of $1,000 towards the garden, which will ensure that there is finance for all of these grand plans which we are hoping will be finished early next year.

SCHOOL NEWS

Congratulations Tin Can Bay P-10 students!

by Desley Kirby, Principal

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ONGRATULATIONS TO all of the outstanding Year 5 Students who participated in the application process for Junior School Captains. At the awards evening last night, I had the pleasure of announcing our Junior Captains for 2017: Captains: Amber Daniels and Ell Yates, Vice Captains: Elsie Gray and Imogen Latimore. Congratulations girls!

The application and selection process for Junior House Captains for 2017 will begin shortly.

Over 150 students were recognised this year at Awards Night for Cultural, Academic and Sporting achievements over the past year.

Yet again I am impressed with the conduct of TCB students and the respect they displayed during the ceremony. Congratulations to all.

Congratulations also to the following Special Award winners: Volleyball Player of the Year - Anna Dunstan Sportsperson of the Year – Drew Holt QCWA ‘Student Education Support Award’ – Braden Gray and April Bath

Year 10s were presented with certificates on stage, attended an orientation morning at Gympie State High School and their Graduation Dinner at Rainbow Beach.

I wish the Year 10 students all the best for their future studies and work endeavours.

Water Familiarisation Lessons are finalised. Student participation in this activity has been outstanding, and we were able to keep the cost of the activity to a minimum by using the Lions bus and ferrying the students to and from ourselves. The 4-9 Swimming Carnival will be on December 1.

Holt Bolt Challenge will be at the school on December 5 for the rewards day. Holt Bolt bring inflatable slides, water activities, laser tag and obstacle courses. The school is subsidising the activity so that it costs no more than $5 per student (instead of $11).

Students have been informed that they need to demonstrate attendance better than 90%, no unexplained absences and be able to show they make positive choices both in and out of the classroom.

Above: Tin Can Bay Year 10 students celebrated at Rainbow Beach: Cody Uzal and Archie Walter

RSL Bursary – Tehmia Masri Pam Leslie Award – Chloe Riley

Below: Karla Lewis, Kayla Tonna and Drew Holt pose with the celebratory cake

Student Diversity and Encouragement Award – Wanita Rowlands Indigenous Student of the Year – Natasha Murphy Caltex All Rounder – Drew Holt Year 7 Academic Champion – Jarrod Alexander Year 8 Academic Champion – Tehmia Masri Year 9 Academic Champion – Brianna Truss Dux – Kaitlyn Moraghan

Above: All dressed up: Decemie Gabales and Kaitlyn Moraghan Left: Joshua Coleman and Tyson Mills enjoy their night out

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SPORT

Come and try with Cooloola Dragons

by Norma Sanderson

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Not too late to join Nippers

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HIS YEAR SEEMS to have passed in the blink of an eye and we are already nearly halfway through the season!

And what a successful and busy first half of the season it has been. Plenty of Nipper families have returned to enjoy another season and we have welcomed many new Nippers and their families to our fun program, designed to teach kids surf safety and awareness.

November held our first of three Age Championships. Nippers compete against each other, with results tallied up to see who is the overall male and female champion for each age group at the end of the season.

The day was warm with northerly winds bringing some weedy water conditions, but

this didn’t alter the high spirits and fun enjoyed throughout the morning.

The kids love getting the opportunity to compete against each other and test their skills.

December will see Nippers break for the festive season. Our final Nipper training day for 2016 will be on Sunday, December 11, followed by a Christmas break-up bbq at the clubhouse. Nippers will resume on Sunday, January 22.

I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and I look forward to seeing you all again in 2017 for plenty more fun in the surf and on the sand.

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Above: Abby Schooth leads the way on the boards Below: Age Manager Kerry-Lee Sheard walks through the butterflies last month with the Green Caps

HE COOLOOLA DRAGONS combined with Hervey Bay and Bundaberg paddlers and competed in the Manly Regatta at Kawana in November.

The combined Women’s 10’s team (10 paddlers in a boat) came away with a third place in the final. A great effort against top teams from South East Queensland. Well done girls!

The second ‘Come and try’ dragon boating day was held on Sunday, November 13. The weather was kind and several people gave it a go.

We are hoping more prospective paddlers will turn up to our next paddle on Sunday, December 11. Meet at the Yacht Club at 9.30am and join in, you will never know unless you try.

We are all hooked on Dragon Boat paddling as a source of exercise, friendly competition and social activities.

Remember to bring hat, sunscreen and water.

The Dragons take a break over the Christmas, New Year period; so hoping to see you all next year. A very merry Christmas and happy new year to you all.

Our next members and friends social activity will be our end of year luncheon on Sunday, December 18 at Silky Oaks. Each year we endeavour to support our local venues to have some type of celebration.

Our thoughts are with our head coach Gayle, who is back in hospital in Brisbane.

Hoping to see you on the water.

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HRISTMAS BREAK UP for Rainbow Beach Warriors swim club will be on December 15 at 5pm, with all strokes, 25m 50m and special event 100m relay.

Swimmers are welcome to invite a friend to come along for the evening.

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P, DOWN AND straight on through. Athletes had their personal bests recorded in several events in the first round of centre competition.

Many athletes reached green levels towards their Achievement Awards, which will result in a certificate and voucher when all group targets are met.

With new athletes joining every week it is not too late to be involved, so come on down and start your child’s journey towards athletic excellence. Our new FAST kit has arrived and this will aid our fun fundamentals training.

Little Athletics meet every Saturday (during term) from 8.30am to 10.30am at Tin Can Bay School oval, Snapper Creek Road.

Swim club member, Zac lines up for his race

If you would like to know more or even become one of the team, then please email ccla2014@outlook.com or contact Jess on 0411 218 254.

Amanda Geurts practising her running starts

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A Little Humour WISE WOMAN Dan was a single guy living at home with his father and working in the family business.

When he found out he was going to inherit a fortune when his sickly father died, he decided he needed a wife with which to enjoy his fortune.

One evening at an investment meeting he was introduced to the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. Her natural beauty absolutely took his breath away!

Smitten with her beauty, handing her his business card he said, “I may look like just an ordinary man, but in just a few years, my father will die, and I’ll inherit 20 million dollars.”

The gorgeous woman was impressed and took his business card. Three days later, she became his stepmother.

Lesson: Women are so much better at estate planning than men.

A MORAL LIE One day, when a seamstress was sewing while sitting close to a river... ... her thimble fell into the river. When she cried out, the Lord appeared and asked, “My dear child, why are you crying?”

The seamstress replied that her thimble had fallen into the water and that she needed it to help her husband in making a living for their family .

The Lord dipped His hand into the water and pulled up a golden thimble set with pearls.

“Is this your thimble?” the Lord asked The seamstress replied, “No.” The Lord again dipped into the river. He held out a silver thimble ringed with sapphires.

“Is this your thimble?” the Lord asked.

Again, the seamstress replied, “No.” The Lord reached down again and came up with a leather thimble. “Is this your thimble?” the Lord asked.

The seamstress replied, “Yes.” The Lord was pleased with the woman’s honesty and gave her all three thimbles to keep, and the seamstress went home happy.

Some years later, the seamstress was walking with her husband along the riverbank, and her husband fell into the river and disappeared under the water.

When she cried out, the Lord again appeared and asked her, “Why are you crying?”

“Oh Lord, my husband has fallen into the river!”

The Lord went down into the water and came up with George Clooney.

“Is this your husband?” the Lord asked.

“Yes,” cried the seamstress.

The Lord was furious. “You lied! That is an untruth!”

The seamstress replied, “Oh, forgive me, my Lord, it is a misunderstanding. You see, if I had said ‘no’ to George Clooney, you would have come up with Brad Pitt. Then if I said ‘no’ to him, you would have come up with my husband. Had I then said ‘yes,’ you would have given me all three. Lord, I’m not in the best of health and would not be able to take care of all three husbands, so THAT’S why I said ‘yes’ to George Clooney.”

And so the Lord let her keep him.

The moral of this story is: Whenever a woman lies, it’s for a good and honourable reason, and in the best interest of others.

That’s our story, and we’re sticking to it.

WHY MEN ARE NOT ALLOWED TO WRITE ADVICE COLUMNS Dear Walter, I hope you can help me here.

The other day I set off for work leaving my husband in the house watching the TV as usual. I hadn’t gone more than a few hundred yards down the road when my engine conked out and the car shuddered to a halt. I walked back home to get my husband’s help.

When I got home I couldn’t believe my eyes.

He was parading in front of the wardrobe mirror dressed in my underwear and highheel shoes, and he was wearing my make up.

I am 32, my husband is 34 and we have been married for twelve years. When I confronted him, he tried to make out that he had dressed in my lingerie because he couldn’t find his own underwear. But when I asked him about the make-up, he broke down and admitted that he’d been wearing my clothes for six months. I told him to stop or I would leave him.

He was let go from his job six months ago and he says he has been feeling increasingly depressed and worthless. I love him very

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much, but ever since I gave him the ultimatum he has become increasingly distant. I don’t feel I can get through to him anymore.

Can you please help?

Sincerely, Sheila Reply Dear Sheila, A car stalling after being driven a short distance can be caused by a variety of faults with the engine. Start by checking that there is no debris in the fuel line. If it is clear, check the jubilee clips holding the vacuum pipes onto the inlet manifold.

If none of these approaches solves the problem, it could be that the fuel pump itself is faulty, causing low delivery pressure to the carburetor float chamber. I hope this helps.

Walter NEW DAD One day, shortly after the birth of their new baby, the mother had to go out to do some errands, so the proud father stayed home to watch his wonderful new son.

Soon after the mother left, the baby started to cry. The father did everything he could think of, but the baby just wouldn’t stop crying. Finally, the dad got so worried he decided to take the infant to the doctor.

After the doctor listened to all the father had done to get the baby to stop crying, the doctor began to examine the baby’s ears, chest and then down to the diaper area.

When he opened the diaper, he found was indeed full.

“Here’s the problem,” the doctor explained.

“He just needs to be changed.”

The perplexed father remarked, “But the diaper package specifically says it’s good for up to 10 pounds!”

SNIFFER A man had just boarded and settled into his seat next to the window on the plane when another man sat down in the aisle seat and put his black Labrador in the middle seat next to the man.

The first man looked very quizzically at the dog and asked why the dog was allowed on the plane. The second man explained that he was from the Police Drugs Enforcement Agency and that the dog was a ‘sniffing dog’.

‘His name is Sniffer and he’s the best there

is. I’ll show you once we get airborne, when I put him to work.’

The plane took off, and once it has levelled out, the policeman said, ‘Watch this.’ He told Sniffer to ‘search’. Sniffer jumped down, walked along the aisle, and finally sat very purposefully next to a woman for several seconds.

Sniffer then returned to his seat and put one paw on the policeman’s arm. The policeman said, ‘Good boy’, and he turned to the man and said, ‘That woman is in possession of marijuana, I’m making a note of her seat number and the authorities will apprehend her when we land.’

‘Gee, that’s pretty good,’ replied the first man. Once again, the policeman sent Sniffer to search the aisles. The Lab sniffed about, sat down beside a man for a few seconds, returned to its seat, and this time he placed two paws on the agent’s arm.

The policeman said, ‘Two paws mean that man is carrying cocaine, so again, I’m making a note of his seat number for the police.’

‘I like it!’ said his seat mate. The policeman then told Sniffer to ‘search’ again.

Sniffer walked up and down the aisles for a little while, sat down for a moment, and then came racing back to the agent, jumped into the middle seat and proceeded to crap all over the place.

The first man was really disgusted by this behaviour and couldn’t figure out how or why a well-trained dog would behave like that. So he asked the policeman, ‘What’s going on?’

The policeman nervously replied, ‘He’s just found a bomb.’

MOTHER’S GIFT A mother and a daughter are shopping in the mall when the mother eyes an expensive fur coat. “This year,” she says, “I think that I will buy my present instead of making you and Dad shop for me.”

The daughter nods in agreement. “And I think this fur coat would be perfect too.”

The daughter protests, “But mom, some helpless, poor creature has to suffer so that you can have this.”

“Don’t worry honey,” says the mother, “your father won’t get the bill for a couple of weeks.”

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Floorzone

Cooloola Coast Rainbow Beach

Pharmacy

Dentist

Rainbow Getaway Holiday Apartments

Curtains and Blinds & Security

Tin Can Bay

5486 2576

Essential Services EMERGENCY - AMBULANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 000 EMERGENCY - POLICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 000 EMERGENCY - FIRE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 000 SES Flood/Storm Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 500 SES - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3314 SES - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4604 City Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 2304 Coastguard Tin Cay Bay - VMR 417 . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4290 Community Centre Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3355 Cooloola Coast Medical Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 2488 Doctor - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3078 Doctor - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4600 ENERGEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 62 62 EPA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300 130 372

Tin Can Bay

0418 498 089

Mechanical Rainbow Beach Rustproofing and Mechanical Rainbow Beach

5486 3228

Rainbow Beach Towing

5486 8555

Rainbow Beach

FIRE & RESCUE - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3169 Tin Can Bay Fire Warden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0409 828 414 Rural Fires Goomboorian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0417 793 286 Rural Fires Neerdie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0400 865 132 QPWS Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 9900 QPWS Tewantin (7 days) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5449 7792 Gympie Regional Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300 307 800 HOSPITAL - Gympie (ind. Community & Mental Health Services) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5489 8444 Library - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3705 Library - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4355 Local Disaster Management CCCLDMSG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 4483, 0439 862 264 Cooloola Cove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5488 0436, 0459 26 374 Wallu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0419 685 338 Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0427 863 007

Cooloola Tin Can Bay Mini Storage

Tourist Centre Rainbow Beach Tourist Centre Shell Tourist Centre

Tours and attractions Dolphin Ferry Cruises Epic Ocean Adventures Fraser Island 4x4 Tours Rainbow Beach Horserides Surf and Sand Safaris

Rainbow Beach/TC Bay 0428 838 836 Rainbow Beach 0408 738 192 Rainbow Beach 0457 726 388 Rainbow Beach 0412 174 337 Rainbow Beach 5486 3131

Vet Gympie Veterinary Services Tin Can Bay

5486 4666

Pharmacy - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3070 Police - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 8765 Police - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 2426 Police - non urgent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 444 POISONS Information Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 11 26 Resource and Referral Centre Tin Can Bay . . . . . 5488 0035 School - Rainbow Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 9333 School - Tin Can Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5488 1222 Warren Truss MP (Federal Member) . . . . . . . 1 300 301 968 Tony Perrett MLA (State Member) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5329 5100 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE (Please phone to make appt ) CARKEET, Sally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0417 751 327 DEACON, Arthur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0419 624 208 FISHER, Peter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0407 95 4678 GETT, Kelvin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 3538 MISSEN, John Joseph . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 8153 December 2016 – Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News – 39

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CON MOPPZ Troy Rowley

TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY Advertising/Graphic Design

Concreting Contractor ABN 64-930-176-411

Auto Electrics AIR CONDITIONING

• House SlabsCLEANERS CARPET Cleaning • Garage Slabs • Driveways • Paths

Also specialising in; • Stamp • Concrete Stencil • Exposed Seeded Concrete Phone: 5486 3914 Mobile: 0413 060 797

Airconditioning

ELECTRICIAN CONCRETING

CABINET MAKER

CARPET CLEANERS

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Troy Rowley

Concreting Contractor ABN 64-930-176-411

• House Slabs • Garage Slabs • Driveways • Paths Also specialising in; • Stamp • Concrete Stencil • Exposed Seeded Concrete Appliance Repairs

Cabinet Making

Phone: 5486 3914 Mobile: 0413 060 797

CAR CLEANING ELECTRICIAN

CARPET CLEANERS

Flooring

Reach all the locals on the Cooloola Coast Advertise in the Trades and Services Pages from $60.00 a month.

To find out more, phone: 5486 3561 40 – Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News – December 2016

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TCB Yr 4-9 Swimming Carnival TCB P-10 School Volunteers Morning Tea TCB P-10 School Year 6 Celebration and Morning Tea End of year luncheon CC Art Group, Tin Can Bay Marina RB Boardriders 30 Year Memorial Surf Classic at Double Island Point and 4pm invitation only Presentation Dinner at the Community Hall #itsinthebag campaign - final day to drop off bags to Seabreeze Kayaks CCMT Christmas Party, TCB Bowls Club Rainbow Beach Carols, Community Hall free sausage sizzle from 5-6pm, carols from 6pm TCB P-10 School Prep-Yr 2 Award Ceremony (approximately 9am) , morning tea to follow Donate a book at a local library for the Children’s Appeal Christmas Morning Tea, 9am - noon, RB Pharmacy, enjoy cuppa, cake, lucky door prizes and specials Over 60s Christmas party, Cooloola Bowls Club RBSS Christmas Concert 6.30pm with 4-6pm Cricket Club BBQ Swim Carnival RBSS - Prep –Yr 2 8.30am – 10am, Year 3 – 6 10am – 2.30pm TCB P-10 School Christmas Concert Art Workshops at Rainbow Beach Library 10am Summer Reading Club begins TCB Men’s Shed Sausage Sizzle at Mitre 10 Cooloola Household hazardous waste free drop off morning Nelson Reserve, Gympie RB Library, 10am morning tea, learn about your ‘Home Waste Management System’ TCB Camera Club Christmas luncheon, Rainbow Shores

10 RBSLSC Christmas “toga” party 6pm members and families downstairs at the clubhouse 10 CCYAP Finding Fun day at Norman Point, 10am to 12pm, scavenger hunting for the whole family with BBQ and drinks available 11 Community News editorial due 11 Final nipper training day and break up 11 “Come and try” dragon boating day, meet 9.30am TCB Yacht Club 11 TCB Community Christmas Carols, sausage sizzle from 5pm, carols from 6pm 12 Cooloola Coastcare cruise celebration, RSVP: 0417 554 905 13 CCYAP Christmas Craft at the Cooloola Cove Veterans and Community Hall from 9-11am with all materials supplied 13 Quilters Christmas lunch, Sports Club 13 Community News ad bookings due 15 RB Warriors swim club Christmas break up 5pm 16 Community News ad copy due 16 Christmas Hampers ready at TCB Resource Centre - order after 12th $35 each 16 Kids Bush to the Beach gala fundraising event 6.30pm Gympie Civic Centre 17 CCYAP Summer Splash at Wes Mitchell park from 9.30-11.30am will be a morning of water games to keep cool, BBQ and drinks available 18 Cooloola Dragons end of year luncheon, Silky Oak Tavern 20 CCYAP Festive Food at the Cooloola Cove Veterans and Community Hall from 9-11am Christmas treats to make and take home 21 Free Library school holiday activities: TCB 10.30 - 11.30am RB 2.30 - 3.30pm 24 CCYAP Christmas Eve Breakup at the CC Veterans and Community Hall from 3-6pm – Festive games, carols and a visit from Santa, light snacks provided

24 TCB Community Church Christmas Eve Dinner, Community Complex 5.30pm on Christmas Eve, followed by a carol service, John: 0477 166 906 25 Christmas Day public holiday 26 Boxing Day public holiday 27-4 RB Community Outreach holiday program 31 New Year’s Eve and TCB Foreshore fireworks and celebration

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New Year’s Day public holiday

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Entries due for Brushes by the Sea

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Oddball movie 6pm at RB Aquatic Centre

8-14 Bronze and SRC Camp, RBSLSC 16 Stand up paddleboarding holiday activity, Inskip Point 21-22 Brushes by the Sea annual RB Art Festival 26 Australia Day

Weekly (many are term time only) 10-11am First 5 Forever - fun for under fives at Rainbow Beach Library 4.30 Karate and Jiu-Jitsu, RBSS, phone: 0417 079 579 Tuesday 9am Arts and Craft group, Church of the Good Shepherd Hall (second/last of month) 9am – noon Tin Can Bay Quilters, community complex. Ph: Maree 5486 5706 9.30am Little Guppies playgroup, Tin Can Bay 3pm Cricket training, oval or school Wednesday 9am Mahjong/games mornings, Church of the Good Shepherd Hall 10am Mainly Music, TCB Community Complex, 10am

4.30 Karate and Jiu-Jitsu, RBSS, phone: 0417 079 579 Thursday 7am Running Club RBSS 7.45-8.15am Brekky Club, RBSS 8-10am Coastcare Wetland Weeding, for location www.cooloolacoastcare.org.au/ or text: 0417 554 905 9 -11am Playgroup, RB State School 9am - noon TCB Craft Club, Penny: 5486 2512 9.30am - 10.30am First 5 Forever - fun for under fives at Tin Can Bay Library 3.30pm Cooloola Dragon Boat Club training Friday 8am - 10am Volunteer “revive our creeks”, www.cooloolacoastcare.org.au 9am Sailability 7pm - 9pm Fun Club, Tin Can Bay Community Centre, primary-aged children can enjoy games, fun, friendship, prizes, a short devotion and supper. $3 or $6 per family. Chappy Ronnie: 0413 135 867.

Saturday Markets on almost every Saturday!

See visitors’ guide 8.30 Little Athletics, TCB School oval, Jess: 0411 218 254 Discover Sailing, Tin Can Bay Yacht Club Sunday 7am St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church service, Manooka Drive 7.30am Cooloola Dragon Boat Club training 9.30am Church of the Good Shepherd Contemporary Family, followed by morning tea. All denominations welcome!

17 Carlo Rd 10am – 2pm Rainbow Beach craft market, Top Shops 11am – 12.30pm Kids Play, Rainbow Beach Aquatic Centre

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johnmadilltoyota.com.au [A] Recommended drive away pricing is applicable for Private, Bronze and Silver fleet customers, and primary producers only at participating dealers on vehicles purchased by 31/12/2016 unless offer extended. Recommended driveaway price shown includes 12 months registration, 12 months compulsory third party insurance (CTP), a maximum dealer delivery charge and stamp duty. [A3] Offer available until 31/12/16 unless extended. Towing kit comprises Tow Bar, Tow Ball and Trailer Wiring Harness. Offer includes dealer fitment. See your dealer for more information.

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