Rainbow Beach Community News December 2017

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December 2017 • Vol 20 • Issue 12

Surf, sand and fun for the

Holidays

Last month it was Groms like Skye Hanlon who took to the waves, but on December 2 their parents and big sisters will be out for the Rainbow Beach Boardriders Memorial Classic at Double Island Point (read more page 5). Our December issue gives you the run down on holiday activities, festivities and Christmas shopping!

Happy Holidays!

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Editor’s Note

The grass is not greener

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THINK EVERYTHING is better on the Cooloola Coast.

The traffic, parking, beaches, waterways, people….

But I didn’t know the visiting ‘Schoolies’ were too.

We were out to tea last week and a saunter of country lads sat down next to us. The sober almost-men said the free accommodation (one of the parent’s holiday home) made their choice of Rainbow irresistible. Smart, too. They left, and came back to push in their chairs.

How impressive. Manners never go astray. Well done boys and your parents.

Talking of ‘Schoolies’, phew - that’s another one down. Only two more to goat least I have a breather of three years now.

Whilst away for Kate’s formal, I did gain some great ideas for Christmas. Barb Rees has done the research for you - check out her article in this issue and support the locals.

We have the Festival of Small Halls - and you won’t want to miss this event coming to us for the first time - and recorded

by ABC. The P&C ladies are planning

something special for the dessert bar!

Yum. No doubt it will be just as delicious as the morning tea I sampled at the Community Centre charity event for diabetes and the Bosse Baked Beans I relished at Brekky Club.

So pleased that the ‘Who’s New at the Zoo’ Welcome Dinner was a hit - thank you to everyone who helped us create this event.

You’ll want to read the plans for smoking in the main street - and families we have lots of holiday things to do inside, even a trash and treasure - then round it off with some history.

Welcome visitors and a big welcome home to you Tristan and Carolyn.

Summer is here! Bring on the beach cricket, foreshore BBQs, water play at DI and Sandblow sunsets. Isn’t our coast just the best place to be with family and celebrate Christmas?

Everything really is better - right here in our own backyard.

Merry Christmas!, until next month, Michelle and Heatley Gilmore

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HE FESTIVAL OF Small Halls is a series of tours that takes the best folk and contemporary acoustic artists performing at two of our country’s largest festivals, and sends them on the road to tiny halls in communities all over Australia.

Thanks to Brooke Bignell and Rainbow Beach Commerce and Tourism, Rainbow Beach will host American folk raconteur Vance Gilbert, and acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter Liz Stringer, in the Festival of Small Halls tour.

A Woodford Folk Festival regular, where the tour was born, Brooke can’t wait for the evening, “Liz Stringer is an amazing musician, and we are lucky enough to have her here for The Festival of Small Halls.”

And Vance Gilbert has released twelve albums and counts opening for soul legend Aretha Franklin among his many achievements.

To top it all off, ABC are recording the night - the only one of the 20 shows, here in Rainbow Beach!

To bring all ages and our whole community together, locals will be fed by a sporting group, enjoy a P&C dessert table, and other volunteers will preside over the cash bar.

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N JULY 15, 2017, Tristan Sik was riding home from his friends house when he was hit by a car. He was airlifted from Rainbow Beach to Lady Cilento Hospital in Brisbane by Lifeflight, in a critical condition, and spent the next 37 days in ICU before moving into a rehab ward.

Tristan sustained multiple fractures, a minor brain stem injury and a severe brain trauma. The lives of his mother and father and their three other children were changed forever, in an instant.

Finally, the family have been advised that they will all be under the same roof again - Tristan is moving back to home to Rainbow Beach, from December 13 for eight weeks.

Tristan and the team are working hard for the move - getting his body used to swallowing food again and physical therapy.

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It’s School Holiday time As well as Scripture Union’s Rainbow Beach Holiday Program after Christmas, there’s some more fun for you and your family….

Battle Bots, magic and puppets at the library Ozobots - Explore these line-following robots. For the more advanced users, try coding Ozobots using Ozoblockly – bookings essential.

Wednesday December 13 at the Tin Can Bay Library from 10.30-11.30am and the Rainbow Beach Library 2.30-3.30pm.

Family Craft Day – Sock Puppets Help your child create their very own sock puppet character. Immerse them in fun and imaginative play and help support the development of their creative side.

Wednesday December 20 at the Tin Can Bay Library from 10.30-11.30am and the Rainbow Beach Library 2.30-3.30pm.

Battle Bots - Create, modify and program Lego Mindstorms to compete in the ultimate robotic battle - bookings essential.

Wednesday January 10 at the Tin Can Bay Library from 10.30-11.30am and the Rainbow Beach Library 2.30-3.30pm.

Magic Workshop with Andino the Magician Discover the mastery behind some basic magic tricks with Andino the Magician.

Thursday January 11, 10-11am – bookings essential.

Fairy Face painting and Quiver Art Meet Tina the Fairy and have your face painted with a fun design. Colour your Quiver art and bring it to life with the Quiver App. Wednesday January 17 at the Tin Can Bay Library from 10.30-11.30am and the Rainbow Beach Library 2.30-3.30pm. www.gympie.qld.gov.au/library

Cooloola Coast Youth Activity Project offer more in December Tuesday 12 - Giggle Along from 10am. A side-splitting, belly-jiggling laughter session with interactive games for all ages.

Thursday 14 - Movement and Structure Science from 10am. Build a tower and bridge, create a electromotor and construct a ballista.

Tuesday 19 - Christmas Craft from 10am.

Cards and little trinkets for the tree. All materials supplied.

Thursday 21 - Individual Cooking from 10am. Make yourself a serve from scratch.

Limited places so bookings advised.

All activities held at the Cooloola Cove Veterans and Community Hall next door to Woolworths.

Contact Jess Milne to make a booking or further information by emailing cooloolacoastyap@gmail.com or call/text 0411 218 254.

Bait and cast The Tin Can Bay Fishing Club will be hosting its first Sunfish Junior Fishing Day at Tin Can Bay on January 14, 2018, and juniors

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from 7-15 years are welcome to register for this training opportunity to learn about recreational fishing.

Qualified instructors will teach the juniors how to tie knots, rig a rod, baiting and casting the line.

Parents are also welcome to attend and everyone will enjoy a complimentary morning tea and a BBQ lunch.

These events attract many applicants and numbers for the Sunfish Junior Fishing Day are strictly limited. To register, please contact the secretary on 0437 242 171 or email tcbfishingclub@bigpond.com

After this event all juniors will be encouraged to keep up the skills learnt and go on to better sailing techniques, throughout the summer sailing season at the Green Fleet sailing on Saturdays.

Any member of the public who would like to try sailing, please ask on a Saturday at the Green Fleet session. If there is any interest we can run an ‘Adults Learn to Sail course’ during February - March.

Watch the notice boards around town for more info or call Kay: O447 631 479.

Sail away

We are back again this year with the Rainbow Beach Holiday Program from December 28 – January 4. This year we are doing things a little different. While we will still have night time events, we will be spending afternoons doing community service like gardening, rubbish removal or anything that is needed throughout the community. If you or someone you know is in need of a helping hand, then shoot through a text message on 04129 473 04.

The movie night, soccer competition, new years eve party and trivia night are also on again at night times. Keep your eyes peeled for info around town! Have a merry Christmas and we will see you soon!

Sailing lessons start January 15 to 18.

This is a four day ‘Learn to sail course’, that follows on from the September event teaching basic sailing techniques and sailing rules.

After a safety briefing and introduction to boat parts, knots and steering instructions, everyone gets on the water to have a go at paddling a sailing dinghy. It is not as easy as you think!

Next, everyone goes on the Status (19 foot T/S) our biggest training vessel. Then three days continue with honing skills on and off the water.

Rainbow Beach Holiday Program

Groms rule the waves

by Barb Rees

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T WAS AWFUL weather, but that didn’t stop 10 local kids from hitting the beach in the Groms Memorial Comp held on the 18th. The kids gave it their all and had an amazing time, doing their best in front of judges Mick, Shane and Jake.

All the kids received a medal and a prize for participating and were fuelled up by Kirstie and Laurel’s BBQ. A great day was had by all and thanks must go to BJ for organising everything.

This years Memorial Classic will be Max Gruber and Blake Findlater at the Gromms Memorial Comp

Turn Trash into Treasure for Christmas

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T’S ON AGAIN, the opportunity to cash your trash at the Rainbow Beach Community Centre ‘Trash and Treasure’ day, on December 9 in the Community Hall.

Cost is $5 for a table, provided by the Centre and there is no need to bring shade or weatherproofing as it’s all inside under the roof.

Set up from 7am, with trading getting underway at 10am and running through to 2pm. The Centre is providing a sausage sizzle and drinks at a modest charge, so come on down and browse, buy, sell or just be there.

Contact the Centre on 5486 3355 to book a table or just turn up on the day.

Early deadlines for Jan edition

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OMMUNITY GROUPS, advertisers and 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 12.

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!

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held on December 2 at Double Island Point. The group will be camping at the old Freshwater Campground for the weekend.

This is the 31st year the Memorial has been held and is the highlight of the boardriders year. It is a real family event and gives surfers and locals, old and new, a chance to get together to remember loved ones lost and celebrate this amazing area we live in.

For more details and entry fees please contact BJ on 0411 929 037 or email partons6@bigpond.com, You can also catch up with events on the boardriders’ facebook page.

May the waves be with you.

Attention Year 12 Graduates and your parents I

REMEMBER WHEN these adults were in preschool. Haven’t they grown? We are looking forward to seeing graduation photos, plus all the other Year 12s across the coast (Tin Can Bay, Cooloola Cove and Wallu too) in our January edition.

This is the LAST CALL for your formal photos, and few words on what you are up to next year.

Whether it be it study, work or a gap year, any Year 12 awards, and your casual or part-time work, please email details to info@rbcn.com.au - or call me and you can answer a few quick questions!

Please send to me as soon as you see this, and definitely by December 11, so I can make sure I have room for all those lovely dresses and smiles.

Also - a shout out to advertisers - we are looking for businesses to sponsor the Year 12 pages. Please call Heatley on 0407 660 198.

Reminder: it is time for Year 12 graduates to send us your formal photos! Congratulations to Gympie High School graduates Ruby Speed, Cyndari Parton, Jasmin Betteridge, Elizabeth and Nicholas White Image Kylie Betteridge

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Merry

Christmas!

Good Shepherd Church Christmas Morning Service time in is 9am, Christmas Day, and here are some more events and activities for Christmas Cheer...

Christmas Eve dinner

On the Sunday night starting at 5.30 people with be gathering for a 6pm meal followed by a carols service at 7.30pm with the night ending in dessert. This is held at the Community Complex in Tin Can and RSVPs are needed to John from Tin Can Bay Community Church on 0447 166 906.

A Christmas lunch on the Marina

Marina Bar and Grill are open on Christmas Day for lunch. Owner Richard Hopkinson said, “We have a three-course alternate drop menu - $75 per person with all the Christmas bon bons and lollies on the table.

“There’s carols playing, we make it a festive time, and you don’t have to wash up!

Limited seats are available and they do fill quickly.”

Lunch starts from 11.30am. Bookings are absolutely essential and a deposit is required. Call Richard today on 5486 4400.

Carols in Rainbow Beach

The Rainbow Beach Christian Community invites you to the Rainbow Beach Community Carols, on Saturday December 2 from 6-8pm, commencing with a free sausage sizzle at 5pm at the Rainbow Beach Community Centre.

Music provided by local musicians, Rainbow Beach School Choir and local artists, plus face painting, and a fire show

by Rainbow Fire Weavers. Santa will be available for photos between 5 and 6pm BYO torch, rug or chair, For further information, contact Chappy Ronnie on 0413 135 867.

Tin Can Bay Community Christmas Carols

Carols will be presented

by Tin Can Bay Community Church on Sunday December 10, (not December 20 as stated in the November edition) in the park behind the RSL. Food and drinks for sale from 5pm, with a sausage sizzle (catered by Tin Can Bay Lions Club) and potato swirls.

Carols commence at 6pm. Glow sticks and battery candles for sale, with lollies for the kids and a visit from Santa. A collection will be taken to support Chaplaincy in our local schools.

A Christmas dance night and raffles

December 9 is your chance to be footloose and dance the night away! Enjoy live music by local artists, an open bar, finger food, raffles and spot prizes. Only $5 entry, which includes lucky door prize, 6pm for 6.30pm start at the Tin Can Bay RSL Sub Branch.

All welcome to join in the fun, including those who are not members of the RSL. Christmas raffles will be drawn on the night (tickets are only $1 each), with all proceeds to Veterans Welfare. The hosts are Mike and Denise. Phone Denise 0412 758 199 for further details.

Raffle tickets for Christmas hams on sale each Tin Can Bay Markets, five hams drawn each market day, November 18 and December 16. Tickets only $1 each. Don’t miss out! All proceeds go towards Veterans Welfare. Phone 07 5486 4224.

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Christmas Hampers

Tin Can Bay Resource & Referral Centre received the last delivery for the Victory Christmas Hampers on Wednesday December 20, orders taken 9am – 12pm Monday December 18.

Last year we had handbags donated from Share the Dignity which contained personal and luxury items and they were a great success they will be available again this year.

Emergency Relief will be available (current Centrelink Income statement required).

The Office, Rear of the Library, Tin Can Bay, phone 0400 741 951, will be closed over the Christmas break from 20 December to 8 January 2018.

Opening hours are 9am -12 pm, Monday and Tuesday, Victory Hamper pickup only on Wednesday and closed Thursday and Friday.

We take this opportunity to wish everyone a very a Merry & Safe Christmas and a Happy New Year.

#itsinthebag campaign

You have the power to make life better for a woman or girl experiencing homelessness or poverty this Christmas. Donate to our

Run by the Tin Can Bay Community Church, carols are on December 10 in Tin Can Bay - the group also run the local Op Shop, pictured are Lot, Peta and Wendy

Christmas collection “It’s In The Bag” by providing pads and tampons, personal hygiene products and everyday luxuries to homeless women, women at risk or women experiencing domestic violence. It’s simple!

First of all, choose a handbag in good condition that you no longer use, or purchase a new one. Then, fill it with items that would make a woman feel special, pop in a thoughtful note or Christmas card and show her someone cares. Show her that she matters because everyone deserves to feel that way. (PLEASE – no food items, razors or scissors).

Once you have filled your bag with goodies, please drop to Michelle Heaton, Cooloola Cove Smiles at the Dolphin Centre, Tin Can Bay by December 2. www.sharethedignity.com.au

Shop local and save

by Barb Rees

Christmas shopping? Uggh!!

What a drag!

Shopping out of town/online: Add postage/ freight for online shoppers …

Add fuel ….

Add rising stress levels…

Add parking fees.

Shopping locally: Saves time…..

Pumps money back into the local economy …..

Produces more employment in Rainbow Beach…..

It’s a win win situation!

Need a few ideas?

Maybe these can help: 1. 7th Wave can clothe the whole family…. they also have a huge range of beach gear, body boards, towels, hats and sunnies, plus gift lines…it’s a one-stop shop.

2. Epic Ocean Adventures carry surfboards, Go Pros and all your surfing accessories, or perhaps book a loved one on a lesson or a Dolphin Kayak Tour for an epic adventure.

3. Someone love horses? You can’t beat a ride on the beach with Rainbow Beach Horse Rides.

4. Surf and Sand Safaris can show your beloved the best of our beautiful area with an amazing Coloured Sands tour.

Brooke Schwarzrock and Jenny Woodley say there are loads of great present ideas at Rainbow Beach Pharmacy

5. For that someone special, how about a bit of lux with Serenity Beauty or Rainbow Hair and Beauty …ahhh, relaxing.

6. Perfume? Makeup? Something for the house? Rainbow Beach Pharmacy is the way to go.

7. Love Gardening? Mitre 10 and Cooloola Coast Landscaping both have a huge choice, from potting mix, pots and plants, to all the

tools you need…get your green thumb on!

8. Don’t forget your fur babies…..Tin Can Bay Vets have everything for your pup or puss – collars, leads, toys - do you have a seat belt for the car?

9. How about a fishing charter for the fishing tragic in your life? Keely Rose and Baitrunner will give them the best experience ever.

Or for a more sedate water experience,

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try a sunset cruise with Dolphin Ferry Cruises.

10. Another ‘must do’ that anyone would love to experience is surfing lessons with Rainbow Beach Learn to Surf.

11. Wolf Rock Dive carry a range of snorkelling gear to help you and yours enjoy the Christmas break.

12. How about a shiny new bike or helmet or bell or basket? All About Bikes has it all.

13. The brand new Rainbow Beach Camping and Disposals shop has everything camping, fishing and 4WDing…they even carry Seabreeze Kayaks.

14. For the traveller, you can’t go past Whatever or Saturn Antennas for some great ideas.

15. Rainbow Beach Hardware not only carries paint, hammers and screws, they too can help with all things for your great outdoors adventure.

Staff Christmas party? How about taking them to one of our fantastic cafes or restaurants…. Food Sans Borders, Arcos, the Surf Club, Tin Can Bay Country Club and the Marina Bar and Grill are all great options.

Or how about a Christmas picnic?

Rainbow Beach Fruit, Ed’s Beach Bakery, Chilly Bin, our IGAs and Ocean Breeze Seafoods can help cater for your party to end all parties.

Oh, and don’t forget bubbles from the RBH bottle shop, and plates and napkins from Cooloola Wholesalers.

Now that’s all sorted, all that’s left is to sit back and enjoy!

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Bingo!

Signage outside the Top Shops in Rainbow Beach has decreased smoking at the venue, cigarette butt littering, and complaints from patrons, and could be extended into the main street

Soon to be in Rainbow

Image Barb Rees

Butt out

Cheryl Zunic – Treasurer, ph: 5486 8070

for Rainbow

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N IMPORTANT part of the Cooloola Coast Local Ambulance Committee’s fundraising activity is the bingo session held every Thursday morning at the Tin Can Bay Country Club.

The popularity of this fun activity has prompted some Rainbow Beach residents to request the setting up of a similar session in town. At this stage, we intend to commence bingo from Monday, February 5 next year at the Rainbow Beach Community Hall commencing at 9.30am.

The Local Ambulance Committee has been very pleased with the community’s response to the first aid courses, which it funded during the year. We first started offering the courses in 2012 and the level of interest remains high.

There were 35 participants at the full first aid courses this year and 14 participants for CPR. This means that to date there have been 152 people trained in full first aid, with 41 people receiving initial or follow-up CPR training.

This important initiative has provided the local area with a pool of trained first-aiders in the event of an emergency situation.

The Ambulance Officers have finally been able to move into the station at Rainbow Beach and are very pleased with their new accommodation.

However the public should be reminded that if an ambulance is required, they should in all instances ring triple zero (000) rather than attending the Ambulance Station. The 000 operator will determine the level of assistance that is required and organise the appropriate response.

Finally, the committee would like to thank all 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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by Michelle Gilmore

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ANDY BROSNAN is leading the way with an initiative that she feels will assist business owners, our residents and visitors - even the environment.

Sandy broached the idea of a smoke-free main street to Rainbow Beach Commerce and Tourism, “When the smoking ban was implemented in the Queen Street Mall in 2011, 82% of people surveyed supported a complete ban.”

Council introduced the law, and butt-out bins at each end of the mall, which had overwhelming support from businesses and residents. “They’ve seen great results, It has been very successful - the mall is always busy.”

Sandy successfully implemented a smoking ban, with attractive but prominent signage, at her business, the Top Shops, which incorporates Ocean Breeze Seafoods, a laundromat and medical centre.

She says the majority of her clients tell her, “Good. About time!”

All commercial outdoor eating or drinking areas in Queensland are smoke-free, with a buffer zone of five metres.

Many agreed that the eatery exclusion zone was not working well or that it could be extended or banned altogether in the main business area.

Says Sandy, “For the comfort of other patrons, businesses are expected to be the ‘smoking police’, no one likes enforcing the smoking laws.”

Rainbow Beach is a laidback community, catering for internationals with less modern smoking laws, but that doesn’t mean locals or visitors want to tolerate smoke drift when eating at outside café tables.

Sandy is very clear - she says the initiative is not about punishing smokers, simply making people aware of the boundaries.

Sandy proposed a “soft” approach - with a poster placed at each main street shop, and butt-out bins at either end of town, and a grace period.

“Every business I spoke to signed the petition - I think Rainbow Beach is mature enough and the momentum is there to pull it through.

“I just believe, for our town, we would be seen in a very good light, as well as displaying environmental sensibility.”

She felt this was important because of our unique location in a National Park, and neighbouring World Heritage area, Fraser Island K’gari.

Mark Beech, President of the Rainbow Beach Commerce and Tourism, said members were largely in favour of the concept. “What we can do as businesses is encourage people not to smoke in front of our shops, which is impacting on other patrons.

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“The Chamber’s role is like every other business issue - we have a united voice, so that we can work together. If every business encourages people not to smoke, we are creating a smoke-free main street. Working together will have more of an impact than just one or two cafés or one shop.”

On September 1, 2016, the Queensland government placed restrictions at public transport waiting points, outdoor pedestrian malls, under-18 sporting events and many public facilities.

Since February 2017, smoking has also been banned within 10 metres of in-use campsites and any public facilities such as picnic tables, toilet blocks, barbecues, visitor information centres, shelters, jetties and boat ramps.

According to research, young people are much less likely to take up smoking if their schools, homes and recreation areas are nosmoking areas.

We know efforts to help adults to quit smoking and reducing exposure to smoking in public places also sends a positive message to young people about not smoking.

The Tobacco Laws also grant local governments the power to ban smoking in any public space not covered by a state-wide smoking ban.

Perhaps this is something Gympie Regional Council could pioneer for rural Queensland? Until then, community action is bringing progress to the main street of Rainbow Beach. What do you think? https://www.health.qld.gov.au/publichealth/topics/atod/tobacco-laws

Saturday 9th Dec For more info Ph Hilly: 0412 134 752

www.tcbcc.com.au

Become a Rainbow Beach surf lifesaver Brisbanite, Chelsea Bodimeade, has a special attachment to Rainbow Beach after earning her Bronze Medallion in Public Safety here last year. Now she is a regular lifesaver, making the trip every month to hone her skills and connect with the ‘absolute gems’ who live here.

She also encourages others to take part in this positive, life-changing experience.

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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 in January - Sunday 7 to Saturday 13, will earn you a Bronze Medallion: Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue), and is an accredited course towards your QCST (Year 12), giving 4 out of a possible 20 points. If you are aged 13 to 15 years you can enrol in a Surf Rescue Certificate and Resuscitation Award (SRC).

Chelsea Bodimeade, was urged to attend last September’s camp by local lifesaver Floss Adams, and shared some of her experiences.

“In short, if someone asked me what the camp was like I wouldn’t think twice about saying that it was probably one of the hardest things I have ever had to do.

“Leading up to the camp I was nervous of what to expect, but quietly confident in my physical ability, as I have always been an active person and passionate about exercise.

Confident in the water, Chelsea said this confidence quickly vanishes when faced with the turbulence and unpredictability of the ocean: “I was pushing my body, but mostly my mind, to the limit”.

“And then after I tell someone that it was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do, I am quick to follow it up with that it was the best thing I ever did. I would recommend everyone to do it. Just ask my friends, it’s all I can talk about, and they are surely sick of me asking them to sign up.

“I walked away from Rainbow Beach that week feeling one of the happiest versions of myself ever. I was beyond proud of myself for going beyond my comfort zone and completing the week.

“I not only learnt about surf live saving, first aid, and the beach environment, but I also learnt a lot about myself that week. Bronze Camp was a rewarding experience from start to finish and I will never forget it.”

Chelsea laughed, “Another thing I love about being a lifesaver is the uniform. I would be lying if I didn’t look forward to wearing the red and yellow every patrol, knowing that I earnt every thread.

“It was scary at first taking on the responsibility of so many people’s lives on the beach, but I have come to accept it as an opportunity. An opportunity to exercise everything that I have learnt and do good and live up to the name of the iconic Aussie heroes in the red and yellow check.”

Chelsea volunteers every second Sunday as much as she can. “It is difficult, however it is helpful being on the same patrol team as my friend who is also living in Brisbane, so we can make a trip out of it.”

Rainbow is Chelsea’s club of choice because she felt she was so well accepted into the tight knit community. “I am privileged to be a part of such a long-living legacy.

“The people there are absolute gems. And plus, after my Bronze Camp, Rainbow and I have a connection. That beach has a special place in my heart after all she has put me through.”

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 with Club Administrator, Pauline Buchanan as places are limited, on 5486 3249 Ext 5 or email: surf@rainbowbeachsurf.com.au

Chelsea Bodimeade is one of the newer lifesavers, and encourages other to join her Image Floss Adams

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Creative Cuts Music Plus nights in recess

Our Music Plus Nights have been musically refreshing and we welcomed new contributions in poetry, singing, guitar playing and original compositions, lucky to have such a wealth of talent in our area.

We are constantly on the lookout for youngsters who wish to perform to an audience, so if you know of anyone please encourage them to call. I know our audience will enjoy all they have to give.

Look out for us on March 29, April 26 and May 31, 2018, in the Veteran and Community Hall in Cooloola Cove at 7pm till about 9pm, unless we are partying! Further info from Pam: 5488 0110.

Event dates released for 2018 There is plenty to look forward to for next year: First we have ‘The Australian Fleetwood Mac Experience, Rumours’ performing at the Tin Can Bay Country Club on Saturday, February 3.

Next, the CCR&F wish to announce their Movie Night on February 10, which will be a great night for the kids, followed by the 2018 Easter Fair on March 31, at the Community Complex.

Finally the elegant, chic picnic - Rainbow Beach’s ‘White for a Night’ full moon dinner will be held on Saturday, March 3 (pictured are organisers Glenys Badcock and Lindy Orwin).

The venue is kept a secret until the day!

Coolabay Choir prepares carols After successful performances at Music Plus and the Flower Show, Coolabay Choir is working on some Christmas Carols in twoand three-part harmony.

This is an enthusiastic group of men and women, who love to sing and to experience the joy of matching and merging their different voices.

There will always be room for anyone with the same aspirations and love of singing, so feel free to come along and to listen or take part on any Wednesday, 2.30pm to 4pm at the Veteran and Community Hall, Cooloola Cove, call Pam: 0427 180 649 or email: sykapalua@ spiderweb.com.au

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Here’s to the New Year

Tin Can Bay Chamber of Commerce is once again hosting a New Year’s Eve carnival, from 5pm on December 31!

Live entertainment, including the lovely ladies from Aerial Dreaming - Aerial Acrobatics & Performances. We are told they are impressive with their strength and the beautiful shapes they create.

There are rides and face painting for the kids, and plenty of food to choose from. The event ends with a fireworks display and is not to be missed! Share with your friends.

Share the love of art The Cooloola Coast Art Group would like to invite other like-minded persons to join their group of artists, working in many mediums, on all levels, from beginners through to experienced. Annual membership is $20.

In December you can join a Life Drawing meeting, set for 9am December 6, 9am to 11.30am; a free 10am Drawing Group who meet Tuesdays, both at Tin Can Bay Library, and a group class every Friday 10am at Tuncunba Gardens.

We wish everyone a very merry Christmas and happy new year - please all stay safe.

For information contact Kerri Southern: 0438 803 990; www.cooloolacoastart.org

Cooloola City Farm talks dunes 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 City Farm will be closed from December 20, 2017 to January 9, 2018.

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HE MAJOR WEATHER event in mid-October caused changes to the profile of Rainbow Beach.

Some sand on the foreshore was washed away, but sand was blown towards the tree line, creating new dunes.

Without plants to hold these dunes together, sand can be blown inland thus threatening the next line of coastal defence, the more complex plant communities in the hind dunes. Frontal dunes also provide the sand to replenish sand lost from erosion.

Doing the vital job of holding those dunes together are dune plants that are highly specialised to survive severe conditions - full sun, lack of nutrients, wind, salt spray, sand blasting and even occasional inundation by the tide.

They grow low to the ground and have strong root systems that spread rapidly,

trapping the sand particles and providing stability to the dune.

Two examples of these pioneer plants are Beach Spinifex (Spinifex sericeus), whose tumbling seed heads can be seen now on the beach and the unkindly-named Pig Face (Carpobrotus glaucescens).

Plant of the month is Hakea plurinervia, a shrub to three metres, occurring naturally in sandy soil. Pretty, delicate white flowers in axillary clusters, winter to spring, are followed by woody fruit.

TIP OF THE MONTH by Tarni Palmer

How to be a decent human being Be a decent human and refuse the straws.

Read more of Tarni’s insights on Facebook: www.facebook.com/decenthumantips/

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T OURISM U PDATE

Left: Along with Bondi lifeguards, Kangaroo Island cellar door operator and Falls creek Ski Instructor, Rainbow Beach Horse Rides Instructor has made the list for jobs with the best views Image by M.Gilmore courtesy of Rainbow Beach Helicopters

How Rainbow Beach has made the news…

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AINBOW BEACH HORSERIDES were listed by Escape.com - rated in the top 16 for “Jobs that actually exist in Australia” and make you “want to quit your office now”. They are also celebrating 10,000 guests!

Tourism Australia is focused on young working holiday makers, and jobs that come with Australia’s most “jaw-dropping scenery” including pilots, pearl farmers and park rangers.

Then, Weekendnotes.com listed Rainbow Beach Ultimate Camping as Number 1 for five glamping spots near Brisbane for “wannabe” campers. They said there is so much to do in our “stunning area” - and that Inskip Peninsula provides “provide spectacular views of the World Heritage Listed Fraser Island and the Great Sandy Biosphere”.

Finally, the Australian Financial Review newspaper touted Rainbow Beach’s Double Island Point top of their list for “6 of the best styling surf destinations for weekend breaks”.

They described us as “one of the world’s great beaches, Rainbow” and said “DI” has one of the “best waves in Australia”, “a mini-Pipeline but it is essentially a perfect barrel wave that rarely gets above four feet and works all the way across a picturepostcard bay”. They encourage city goers to arrive at Sunshine Coast Airport and stay at Rainbow Beach.

It is no surprise to the team at Epic Ocean Adventures, the only surf school permitted to teach at this unique surf location, known for Australia’s longest beginner waves.

But why is this point break so much better than beach breaks along the East

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Coast of Australia?

Tyron Van Santen from Epic Ocean Adventures said, “First time surfers generally need longer to find their feet. A wave that breaks for hundreds of meters is always going to give beginners a much faster progression and rewarding surf experience. The team make sure everyone that experiences a surf lesson stands up on this epic wave!”

“We had a couple from Germany on a surf lesson with Vince last week. The guy was well over 100kg and Vince had them up and surfing, and they had so much fun they joined the lesson again the next day.

It’s such an easy wave for beginners.”

Epic Ocean Adventures run exclusive surf lesson adventures to Double Island Point daily, as well as offering surf hire and rides for visitors who want to experience this

Double Island Point was top of the list for styling surf destinations according to the Australian Financial Review Image Epic Ocean Adventures

unique location.

Double Island Point is only accessible by 4WD around low tide and you will require a permit to access it through the Great Sandy National Park.

“If you want to make your way up in your own 4WD and join the surf lesson or hire a board we are always easy to find. We have a large range of surf equipment and SUP’s for all levels of surfing.”

The Epic Ocean Adventures team are looking forward to another busy summer swell season.

“We have a great team on board now with Sean and myself. All fully qualified with loads of surfing experience and passionate about all things surf!”

T OURISM U PDATE

Attempted thefts at Dolphin Centre

It is shark mating season at Wolf Rock

by Norma Sanderson, Volunteer

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I EVERYONE, great news for our visitors with four or five Dolphins visiting the Cove most days. Auzzie seems to be comfortable with the volunteers feeding her and will probably feed regularly from the public soon.

Ella is still a regular with playful calf, Joe. Some days all the adult dolphins play with the calf and create a lot of thrashing around, much delight to the visitors. Volunteers in the water have to watch our backs in case of being knocked over.

Safety is paramount and we create a buffer zone between the dolphins and visitors standing in the water.

Unfortunately the little black cormorants are again creating havoc and trying to steal fish during the feeding of the dolphins.

Cormorants are causing havoc with the dolphin’s fish

A volunteer is needed to chase them away with waving flags most of the time.

Remember that if you are a local resident and wish to showcase these dolphins to your visiting friends and family, you do not pay to enter the complex. You only need to pay for a fish to feed the dolphins.

See you there !

No expressions of interest for golf course

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John Craig tees off at Rainbow Shores but for how much longer?

Image supplied

ONY STEWART from Rainbow Beach Commerce and Tourism reported further advice from the Department of Natural Resources, that there were no expressions of interest in the Rainbow Beach Resort Golf Course.

It is now listed with a Gympie agency. The vacant premium freehold lot is 3.192 hectares (7.88 acres) - was “previously developed as a temporary 9-hole golf course, now being sold on an ‘As is’ basis”. Tony said it was zoned for six storeys.

The fairways on the 9 hole par 3 course at Rainbow Shores, are not as lush, and the tees and greens are now bare, and the location is still exceptional.

Locals have written in the Community News, still sad that Rainbow Beach has lost its golf course amenity, which was well renowned for many years, and equally as well patronised, requesting that the new state government make the land available to the community, probably through Council and perhaps the Community Centre, and the golf could be restored to the prime attraction it used to be.

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UR GREY NURSE sharks are heading off the Rock to mate, the male sharks will then leave and our (hopefully) pregnant females will remain in the warm water for the rest of the summer.

It’s very rare to catch mating in progress, it normally happens at night.

We will be looking for tell-tale signs such as superficial bite marks on both female and male sharks, which occur during mating.

It is equally rare to see newborn shark pups. Wolf Rock Dive’s normal sightings are of full grown grey nurses who are around 2.5-3m long. During pregnancy the most developed shark embryo will feed on the other embryos in the womb and once birthed the young shark will head off on its own into the deep sea.

The summer currents on Wolf Rock are excellent conditions for a multitude of shark and ray species, leopard sharks, wobbegong, shovelnose rays, mantas,

Bull rays aren’t the only marine life you’ll find this month at Wolf Rock Dive

eagle rays, blotched fantail rays, to name a few.

Our special visitor this month was a Mola mola. Also named ‘Sun fish’ this large silver disc-shaped fish has long dorsal and pectoral fins, that clumsily wave from side to side, making it look like someone has squashed it!

The Mola mola is a deep sea fish but comes to the surface to warm up in the sun, the largest reach 4.3m vertically and up to 3m horizontally. Ours was around 1.5m vertically; unfortunately we missed it on camera this time!

The busy season is already upon us as we gear up for the Christmas season it’s advisable to book ahead, and gift vouchers are available. Please contact the shop on 07 5486 8004 for more information.

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Historical Cooloola

Natone:

a ship to shore thing

For the good ship Natone, a colourful history which included fishing, Antarctic expeditions, cattle, the Navy, and even having a plane designed to fit her deck.

Add to this at least three name changes, and you have the fascinating story behind a vessel that eventually ran aground on Rainbow Beach.

by Barb Rees

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HE NATONE HAS a very interesting history….a history that caught the interest of local model maker, Gary Splatt.

The ship was built in 1919 in Norway as a fishing vessel, Fv Fanejord. She was purchased by American Lincoln Ellsworth in 1933 for his Antarctic expeditions, who renamed her MV Wyatt Earp.

“Wyatt Earp was Ellsworth’s hero apparently,” laughs Gary. “He had a plane built to fit on her deck so he could fly over the Antarctic, she did four trips to the Antarctic.”

The Australian Government bought her in 1939 and she was renamed HMAS Wongala and served in the Australian Navy until 1947, when she was converted as an Antarctic exploration vessel and was recommissioned as HMAS Wyatt Earp in anticipation of her Antarctic voyage.

Finally, in 1951 she was decommissioned and sold to the Ulverston Line, who renamed her MV Natone, to carry cattle from Queensland to New Guinea. It was on a voyage from Cairns to Brisbane in 1959 that she ran aground at Rainbow Beach during wild weather. All on board survived the ordeal.

Gary decided to immortalise the Natone

by constructing a static model of her. That was no easy task as the company from Norway that built her had gone bankrupt in 1952.

Incredibly Gary drew up his own plan!

“I contacted the Norwegian Maritime Museum to get plans for her with no luck.

That probably took the most time, trying to get some plans,” explains Gary.

“I eventually found a picture of her with people on board, so from there I was able to get the scale of her and after a lot of research and trial and error I was able to make my own set of plans. All up it took about two-and-a-half to three years to construct the model.”

Gary’s model of the Cherry Venture was purchased by Sharron and Rod Parker from Ed’s Beach Bakery and donated to the Sports Club. They also generously furnished the room that was to display the model.

Gary dearly wanted the Natone to join the Venture and fortunately Sam and Maureen Mitchell from 7th Wave came to the rescue.

Sam and Maureen jumped at the chance to help Gary out. “I had heard of the Natone, of course, but didn’t really realise how big it was until I was shown a picture of Gary’s model,” explains Sam. “I was amazed and thought it would be good for the heritage of the town to have the Natone on display for everyone to enjoy.”

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Above: Gary Splatt, Maureen and Sam Mitchell from 7th Wave are happy to have the Natone on display at the Sports Club for everyone in Rainbow Beach to enjoy

Adds Maureen, “It is a very interesting story of the Natone and Gary has told it through his model. We were more than happy to help keep the story alive.”

“I can’t tell you how pleased I am that Sam and Maureen stepped in to help. I really am thankful for their generosity,” said Gary.

It must be a wonderful feeling to see your work being appreciated by others?

“When I go to the Club it is nice to see people stop and look at the models. It is important historically for our town and a bit of a drawcard for the Club too.”

Gary has always loved boats and ships and has been building them as a hobby all his life. “I must have made at least three-to-four dozen toy boats for all the

Below: The propeller of the Natone now rests in front of Wolf Rock Dive

GYMPIE TOWN CENTRE

GROWERS MARKET

Gary Splatt in his workroom where all the magic happens

River Road Marketplace Cnr River Road & Jaycee Way, Gympie

morning

twilight

1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesday

2nd and 4th Wednesday

7am to 12pm

neighbourhood kids. That was fun. The kids loved sailing them.”

He has built static models (models in glass cases for the uninitiated, like me) and now does mainly working models. He has a working steam boat on the go at the moment! He even built a life size boat about twenty odd years ago.

Gary was born in Sydney and moved to the Gold Coast in 1962, where he worked as a carpenter until his retirement.

His son Craig has lived here for over twenty years and they used to visit here

The Natone had a long and prestigious history before being beached off Rainbow in 1959

often when the kids were growing up. “I remember driving the kids up from the Gold Coast one day just to see the Cherry Venture after she ran aground.”

After his wife Carol passed away seven years ago he decided to come to Rainbow and test the waters, and luckily found an affordable house to buy. “I wanted a quieter life. I adore Rainbow Beach, I love living here, it is wonderful to be near Craig and Tracey.”

As Gary stated, the two ship wrecks have really put Rainbow Beach on the map worldwide. “It is funny, you mention the Cherry Venture or the Natone to people and they will, more often than not, have a story to tell…. ’My dad was there when it came ashore’ or ‘I remember coming up as a kid and getting a piece of it’…. there must be bits of the Cherry Venture in lounge rooms all over Australia!”

Thanks to Gary and his dedication we have an important part of our history memorialised forever right here in our own backyard.

Next time you see the models at the club, remember and appreciate the years that were dedicated to rebuilding that history for you.

3pm to 6pm

Stallholders Christmas break!

Markets closed 27 December 2017 and 3 January 2018

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“Who’s New at the Zoo?”

by Michelle Gilmore

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HAT AN EVENING! We organisers were absolutely thrilled with the event - where expected numbers were blown out of the water and we were told people loved it.

• It wasn’t even a fundraiser but total bar sales were over $1500!

• 250 people plus!

• I was expecting lots of groups and three stalls to set up, but there were over 15 and many more groups and businesses like the IGA. • We were treated to a gorgeous sunset and a full moon.

Phew!

I had been reporting on ‘Welcome Dinners’ for Maleny and Montville - run by their Lions Club in our other newspaper, the Hinterland Times.

The events invited new people to meet community groups, businesses and help them settle into their new community.

What a great idea.

Heatley and I wanted to sponsor the event here, but it wasn’t until we were both freed from P&C duties that I felt I had the headspace to make it happen.

As soon as we broached it at Rainbow Beach Commerce and Tourism, hands went up and a date was set, and the Community Centre also came on as a sponsor.

And what a team! Fiona Worthington organised all the wonderful food donations, dishing out prawns from Ocean Breeze Seafoods. Did you taste the Asian delicacies from the Surf Club?

Darryl from Rainbow Beach Meats supplied the kebabs and snags, and Jilarty’s curries were popular - one resident told me it reminded her of Mindil Markets in Darwin - the relaxed atmosphere, variety of cuisine and live music.

And there was plenty more thanks for Rainbow Beach Fruit, Ed’s Beach Bakery, Rainbow Beach Bakery, Creme de la Crème, Cooloola Eco Tours, Rainbow Beach Pickles and Preserves and local families also brought a plate. Yum.

Josh Jensen Undersea Productions, Alex Heathcote and James Nelson from Wolf Rock Dive have been around for just over a year

Through the newspaper, we linked to the many wonderful groups from across the coast who work so hard in our communities.

Suzie Faulkner worked with Rainbow Beach Realty and Cooloola Coast Realty our link to all the new people to town.

Barb Rees made sure we crossed all the t’s with Council for the event and handed out the gorgeous Boomerang Bags on the night and flyers to Bill at the Post Office.

Shane Mahn and Ross Brown from the Community Centre were also invaluable, as were the RBCT men on the bar.

Committee member Nigel Worthington (who also suggested the event name) said, “It was one of the most successful events we’ve had - I don’t think we’ve raised that much money in one afternoon before.. we didn’t really expect to make that much.”

And the results? You need to let us know.

BJ Parton said she had eight new signups for Aquarobics, undiscovered talent Elise Parton had a booking for a gig (Tina Goodwin also provided such beautiful music, fire twirling, drums and “casual

Elise Parton completed the sets - what a talent!

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Newbies Rita Vinten and Jeff Norton brought their dogs as well

Tony Stewart, Mark Cull, Mark Beech and Nigel Worthington manned the busy bar (and thanks Heatley and Darryl, they didn’t stop on the BBQs)

Tina Goodwin helped Nathan Kingsley and Jacob Jordison put on a fire-twirling show, accompanied by Adrian on the drums

vibes”), and another stall holder was really pleased we hosted an event where children were included.

Sarah Booth from RBSS Fitness Club and Sarah Brantz with Rainbow Beach Playgroup both kept those kids entertained, as did our fantastic playground.

We would love your feedback suggestions for improvement and what you really liked about the event (also if you

received much interest in your group).

Thank you everyone who helped make it happen, all the businesses, community groups and services, and community members who welcomed our new residents.

There will be more good vibes and community spirit at our Festival of Small Halls on December 10 - buy your tickets now!

The stalls were well received - a big thank you to all the community groups!

More images are on our facebook page: www.facebook.com/RainbowBeachCommunityNews

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Rainbow Beach Police Beat

by Senior Constable Michael Brantz

Driving the point home

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ITH ANOTHER MONTH down, Christmas is now just around the corner. As usual, we are preparing for a busy Christmas / New Year in town, with extra police officers calling Rainbow Beach home for the week-long operation, which kicks off on Boxing Day. Hopefully the weather and crowds are kind to Rainbow Beach and everyone can enjoy the festive season without incident.

Christmas is traditionally a time of the year when we are busier in all aspects of our lives. We rush from place to place, desperately trying to fit everything in often speeding to get there in time.

Road safety research has shown that a speed-related crash is four times more likely to result in a fatality than a non-speed related crash. It’s just common sense; the

faster you go, the harder you will hit.

Increasing your speed will also increase your vehicle’s stopping distance and leave you less time to react to unexpected variables, such as changes in road conditions, or the actions of other drivers – and given some of the driving behaviour I’ve witnessed last month, you may want to give yourself a bit of extra reaction time!

Imagine you are wetting a line at the beach, relaxing and enjoying a beautiful day. The next minute a four-wheel-drive travelling at 60 km/h has slammed into the back of your car, which is parked on the beach a short distance away.

You’re probably thinking the driver was drunk - or the parked car was in a bad spot - but no, the driver was simply too busy looking around that he didn’t notice a big

white four-wheel-drive on the sand right in front of him.

For the record this happened last month over on Teewah Beach and it was just lucky that he hit an unoccupied car instead of the four fisherman standing nearby.

Or maybe you might come across the drink driver who’s lost his licence 17 times and is currently disqualified from driving until 2020. That hasn’t stopped him driving - far from it - he’s now in a hurry to get back to Bundaberg by 9pm so he doesn’t breach his parole.

When I tried to stop him, this bloke sped off clocking 138 km/h in a Hyundai Excel before turning onto Freshwater Road – taking the corner sideways - and heading straight into the bush.

Then there was the local lad who

thought it was a good idea to drive home after a night in town where he had ‘been everywhere’ and drunk ‘a lot’.

When I asked him how his car managed to end up in the backyard of someone’s house (well off the road) he said, “I don’t remember much. I was flying. I came around the roundabout and boom!”

Too bad if you were coming the other way - fortunately the only thing he killed that night was a fence and a tree.

One month and three examples of terrible driving behaviour and attitudes.

Safety on our roads will be a priority for police as we approach the Christmas school holidays.

So, if you are travelling over this period, please do your part. Be patient, drive safely and stay alert - it could save your life!!

PRESENTATION NIGHT AWARDS BEST IMAGES

by Julie Hartwig, Tin Can Bay Camera Club

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EMBERS OF TIN CAN BAY Camera Club celebrated the culmination of another year with the judging of the Best Images of 2017 and presentations to Photographers of the Year.

Guest judge, Graham Harris, had the difficult task of selecting the best images of the year, but after consideration, he awarded the Best A Grade Image to John Murphy (Rainforest Fungi); the Best A/B Grade Image to Frank Posch (Rain Drops); and the Best B Grade Image to Philippa Collins (Devils Marbles).

In the People’s Choice Awards, members voted John Murphy’s Rainforest Fungi as the Best A Grade Image; Maree Davies’s Tin Can Bay Marina as the Best A/B Grade Image; and Desley Faulkner’s Allen – Allen – Allen as the Best B Grade Image.

The Photographer of the Year awards were presented to the highest point-scorers in each grade, in both Print and Digital competitions. In A Grade, the Print Photographer of the Year was Jenni Jackson, while the Digital Photographer of the Year was a three-way tie between Grace Gale, Julie Hartwig and Ron Johnson.

In A/B Grade, the Print Photographer of the Year was Lynn Milnes and the Digital Photographer of the Year was Gerald Dehaen.

In B Grade, Melissa Haslam took out Photographer of the Year in both Print and Digital sections.

To see the full results, presentation photos and view all of the winning images, please visit www. tincanbaycameraclub.wix.com/tcb-camera-club.

Happy snapping – more next month!

Next meeting: 7pm, Wednesday January 17, 2018 at TCB Library.

Rainforest Fungi wins A Grade and People’s Choice for John Murphy

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Out and About

Going bananas at the Diabetes Charity Morning Tea

Above: Volunteers Margaret Ballantine and Ellie Butterfield were ready for participant’s gold coin donations as they entered the event

Above The Community Centre committee and organisers of the morning tea welcomed guest speaker Liam (right) who gave an excellent session on diabetes care and hopes to return help other residents with diabetes Left: The ‘corny’ table: Judy McKenna, Betty Freeman, Judy Cantrell, Robyn Schwarzrock and Donna Small

Right: Pat Barone, Harvey Barkwell, Carmel Darcey and Wolf Seivers were snapped at the banana table

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• Rememberence Day 2017 • Images by Barb Rees

11th Hour 11th Day 11th Month A day to remember.

A day to grieve.

A day to be grateful.

We cannot forget those that died whilst serving our country.

We cannot forget those that lived through serving our country.

We need to let our veterans know that we love, care for and appreciate them.

We need to let them know we are there for them.

We need to let them know they belong.

LEST WE FORGET

Visitors and locals gather to commemorate our fallen, living and serving soldiers on November 11

Left: The Rainbow Beach RSL Sub Branch gathered to present another poignant Remembrance Day service Right: Laying of Wreaths representing Airforce, local RSL Sub Branch member, Bob Bliss

Right: Dr Jeffrey Rees, Joe Casey and Padre Bruce bow their heads in memory - Jeffrey is a psychiatrist specialising in Veteran Health, and talked of how we, as a community, can help our returned soldiers

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your Community Merry Christmas from QCWA T

HE CORE OF QCWA is the bonds developed through fun and fellowship while learning new skills. This could not be more true after Joan Barnier and Susan Spenser had a wonderful weekend at Kingaroy attending ‘Craft School.’

Now fully accredited teachers, these skills will be taught at a branch level and members are eager to get stitching.

At the recent QCWA State Conference the Tin Can Bay Branch had great success in the photography section, with a first in ‘Memorable Moments’ by Shannen Hewitt, second in ‘People’ by Diann Bourke. and a third in ‘Heritage’ by Cathy Reed (pictured).

The 2018 categories are available and it is open to the public, call Lorraine Bishop on 5486 2226 if you would like to showcase your work.

Members will be enjoying a wellearned break in December and January.

The Christmas season is one for showing

appreciation, and our branch would like to say thank you to everyone who has supported our causes over the past year.

Merry Christmas and see you all in 2018!

One last Christmas cheerQ - What do the elves cook with in the kitchen?

A- Utinsels.

Is overnight camping on the agenda for Cooloola Cove?

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HE LAST RESULTS from the Cooloola Cove Residents and Friends 2017 Survey are available on the RBCCCN website, and most popular tourist opportunities listed were Mullen’s Creek and overnight campers.

Also listed were walking/horse trail and riding, accommodation, improving bayside road and upgrading the boat ramp. The main comments visitors made about Cooloola Cove was that it was “quiet” and a “lovely / great area”.

President Graham Langdown states the CCR&F work on aged care, medical and health for the Coast is progressing well, with support from major coast groups and stakeholders, including an important meeting with the Primary Health Network PHN.

CCR&F is continuing work in providing feedback to Gympie Regional Council on roads and parks improvements as part of the Schedule of Works from the Proposed Infrastructure Plan.

CCR&F wish to announce a Movie Night on February 10, 2018. This will be a great night for the kids, and the 2018 Easter Fair on March 31, at the Community Complex. This will be a bigger and better day.

Any organisation that wishes to be part of this fun day, or join CCR&F, please contact Graham Langdown 0433 062 906.

CCR&F wish all of the Coastal Community a ‘Merry Christmas’, and thank members and the community for all the support we have received.

CIRS Membership Drive

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HE R AINBOW BEACH Community Information and Resource Centre is looking to bolster its membership in the new year and encourage greater participation from residents in community activities.

Speaking at the Centre’s final committee meeting for the year, President Ross Brown said that the excellent facilities at the Centre were being well used, but there was plenty of potential for that to be expanded, and a broader community membership could provide opportunities for that to happen.

The Centre’s hall and attached kitchen is a prime venue for private and public functions and the computer and internet access provisions are a cheap and effective way to stay in touch with the world generally.

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Information on government services, training opportunities and regional activities are available through the Centre 5 ½ days per week, as well as a wide range of fact and fiction reading material.

Members can directly contribute to Centre activities, bring new ideas, and participate in the general operations that keep it open and active. Next meeting is January 23, 2018.

Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year to all, from CIRS

your Community A busy time of year for Quilters T

HE TIN CAN BAY Quilters are readying all their Christmas presents that they have made.

Pictured is Sandra Bonnell and her beautiful quilt, add to this a fabric roll to hold all our embroideries, and the ‘Gingham Girls’. Some of us have not done much hand embroidery in the past; so we are finding it quite challenging, but there is always someone with more experience willing to show us how to do the stitches.

With the last session on December 5, everyone is looking forward to our Christmas break-up, held at Rainbow Beach Sports Club again on December 12.

I would like to wish everybody a ‘Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year’.

We will be back on January 9 with some great projects in the pipeline and a few bus trips.

The friendly group is always looking

for new members, so come along - 9am Tuesdays, the Community Complex (corner of Tin Can Bay Rd and Bayside Drive) next door to the Cooloola Bowls Club. Contact Jacquie Cross: 5486 4468.

Please, rain out west!

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NOTHER REPORT from Western Queensland, as I only returned early November.

Driving straight through to Longreach I was able to see all the country in daylight arriving around 5.30 pm. The country to Mitchell looks great, with some areas from there to Blackall having storm rains.

In between, still in drought (Tambo, Morven bad), and within 100kms of Longreach it is all drought as of 18/11.

As I write, my shed is nearly full of goods again. I have almost exhausted cash supplies, but donations of food and Christmas presents, decorations and clothes from Tin Can Bay has filled the fourteenth load.

Special thanks Tin Can Bay Bakery, Sam and Maureen Mitchell at 7th Wave and Tin Can Bay Fishing Club members (coordinated by Jim and Debbie George for their contribution.

Donations are still coming in. Many kids out West will now have presents to open, thanks to the generosity of many local people. I have an arrangement with Wayne’s World and the Reject Shop both in Mary Street, where presents can be purchased and left there.

With the better half away I was recently able to take over the kitchen and belt out six Christmas cakes and 12 jars of chutney to fill another box..

Thank you all, just please rain out there soon! Tony Stewart: 0408 767 930.

Join Probus T

HE WORD “PROBUS” is an amalgam of the words “PROfessional” and “BUSiness” (people).

It is an association of active retirees that originated in the UK in 1965 and now has clubs in 22 countries. It provides club members with opportunities to keep their minds active, expand their interests and enjoy the fellowship of new friends.

Frank and Manfred (pictured) say the Cooloola Coast Probus Club includes members from Rainbow Beach, Cooloola Cove and Tin Can Bay. We meet every second Monday of each month for afternoon tea and a presentation by a guest speaker at 2.30pm, at the Sandcastle Motel in Tin Can Bay. Come along to the next on December 11 where we have arranged for a talk about ‘Disaster Management’. The topic

at the first meeting in the new year will be ‘Waterways Safety’.

The group organise several other activities each month such as trips, walks, cruises and attendance of cultural events in nearby towns. We would welcome new members. To find out more, call Manfred Gessner: 0405 406 629.

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SCHOOL NEWS

Tin Can Bay students rewarded

by Principal Desley Kirby

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T WAS WITH a great sense of pride that I witnessed many former Tin Can Bay Students continue to be acknowledged for academic, cultural and sporting achievements at the Gympie State High Awards Night.

In particular, congratulations to 2018 Junior School Captains Lachlan Jensen and Blaik Reibel, and Year 10 Student Brianna Truss, who was awarded the Year 10 Gympie Lions Club Encouragement Award.

Congratulations to all the students who won Academic Excellence and Academic Achievement Awards, as well as Merit awards for consistent effort and behaviour at our own Awards Night last week.

Academic Champions were: Year 3 Jordan Brady, Year 4 - Indiana Sinclair, Year 5 - Anjelica Geurts, Year 6 - Cooper Searl, Year 7 - Lucy Hunter, Year 8 - Jarrod Alexander,

Year 9 -Tehmia Masri, and Dux- Lucas GalvinRidge.

Australian Maths Competition Recently, 12 Tin Can Bay students entered the Australian Mathematics Competition, run by the University of Canberra. All students went really well, with one student receiving a Certificate of Distinction for scoring in the top 20% - Lucas Galvin-Ridge.

Five students also received a Certificate of Credit for scoring in the top 55% - Harrison Maker, Angus Riley, Raine Parslow, Adam Nelson and Tehmia Masri. Congratulations to all!

Secondary camp Last week a group of 21 fantastic students from Yrs 7-9 attended three days of camp at Maranatha Camp, Boulder Creek, Gympie.

To be eligible for the camp students had to have behaviour and learning that lived up to the TCB 3 Agreements, Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be A Learner.

They all certainly lived up to these agreements during the three days of challenging and fun activities including Tower of Tremble, Archery, High Ropes and Abseiling, Rocket Ball, Leap of Faith and Bushcraft. Congratulations to all who attended. You did TCB proud.

student for bus travel in 2018 if: a) they were in Grade 6 in 2017, b) they were in Grade 10 in 2017, c) the student’s home address has changed or d) the student is changing school. Please collect the registration form from the school and register now to avoid having to pay fares at the start of 2018.

Congratulations Year 6 Academic Award Winners: Gold and Silver awards were given to students in recognition of their academic excellence and achievement with Bronze awards presented to those who demonstrated excellent effort and behaviour

Bus travel in 2018 You may be required to re-register your Wyatt Lee (Year 5) won the Sportsperson of the Year Award which is presented to the student who has participated in sports at the highest level, he represented Queensland at the National Swimming Championships and Nelson Alexander (Year 10) received the Sue Arthur Volleyballer of the Year award, he attended all training sessions, encouraged and supported the younger students and at all times displayed a positive and resilient attitude

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Year 10 Graduates from Tin Can Bay P-10 School pose for photos at the propeller, before they celebrate further at the Sports Club

SCHOOL NEWS

Rainbow Beach School celebrates end of year!

by Principal Dan Stanieg

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E HAVE A VERY busy end of the year coming up with the End of Year Concert, swimming lessons, the Year 6 Graduation and report cards. We hope that you can join us for these events as we celebrate the conclusion to another great year at Rainbow Beach State School.

Uniform Shop Kirsty Jordison will be available on Tuesday – Thursday 2.30 -2.45pm. Sam Permezel will be available on Thursdays before playgroup 8.30 – 9am. For times outside these hours please phone Kirsty on 0439 701 227.

End of Year Concert The concert will be on Wednesday December 6 at the Community Centre and will begin at 6.30pm. The P&C will cater for the event, with a selection of curries and a sausage sizzle starting from 5.30pm.

Farewell from Chappy Ronnie Timperon This term will be my last at Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach Schools and next year I will be chaplain at Gympie South State School.

It has been an incredible blessing to be school chaplain at two very different schools and I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the staff, students and families from each.

Being a chaplain is a rewarding and sometimes challenging role, and I will take with me memories of so many special people who have given me the opportunity to be a part of their lives. Thank you to each and every person that I have met and come to know in the past four years - you have all helped to make my time here very special.

To the staff of both schools, thank you for welcoming me into your midst and being so supportive, especially in the early days when I was finding my feet. To the students, I have loved getting to know you and spend time with you.

To the members of my chaplaincy committee, community volunteers, members of the Tin Can Bay Community Church, Cooloola Cove Wesleyan Methodist Church, Rainbow Beach Church of the Good Shepherd, and the many organisations and businesses that have provided support, thank you for your generosity and love for the children in our community.

SU Queensland will be advertising the role on their website and will endeavour to find the right person to fill it as soon as possible.

My last day is Friday December 1, and I hope to be able to say goodbye to as many people as I can before then.

Above: Rainbow Beach State School students will miss Chappy Ronnie (yes girls, I spotted you in the window!)

Right: Principal Dan Stanieg joined in with ‘giant hockey’ at Fitness Club with one of the organisers Sarah Booth, Alex and Zoe. Organisers change it up each Thursday from 7am, and it is followed by a delicious Brekky Club, supported each week by Rainbow Beach IGA (there’s a photo on the back page).

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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.

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.

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.

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

(4WD only) Surf School & Board Hire Rainbow Beach Learn to Surf 0435 934 087 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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Helicopter Rides Rainbow Beach Helicopters offer 4 scenic flights, charters, packages and transfers to/ from Maroochydore Airport, Fraser Island Resorts, Gympie, and Harvey Bay, call 0448 883 442.

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.

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 Carlo Point Boat Hire 0405 818 277

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.

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 Carlo Point Boat Hire 0405 818 277 Charter Boats Excellent reef fishing is only a few miles offshore and charter trips can be arranged through Rainbow Beach Fishing Charters on 0439 775 070 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.

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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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.

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annual events

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

seeing all its beauty is to take a 1 day or 2 day tour. Or you can make the trip in your own 4WD, driving up the road or beach .

To Inskip Point and crossing in the barge.

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

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

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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 Golf A par 3, 9 hole golf course is located VISITOR GUIDE UPDATE

at Rainbow Shores Resort. Members of the Our are advertisers are Rainbow given further public very welcome.

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Motorhome hire (sleeps 6) See our What’s On page for more on 0407 660198 Things to Do. Suggestions, amendments or to add your business to the Thanks to Queensland Parks andvisitor Wildlife guide please call 07 5486 3561 Service for their assistance. or email info@ rbcn.com.au

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

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Fishing & Boating

Rainbow Beach fishing report Mat Cooper Rainbow Beach Fishing Charters 0439 775 070

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fish this month it’s hard to pick just two photos. Whilst there have been a couple of 14.5kg reds caught, they cannot be the winner for last month’s big fish comp, as one is from overseas and not returning and one was mine!

So…. the winner in the photo below goes to Muzza (Murray Thomas), with his pair of nice red emperor, well done Murray! ‘Til next month, safe boating, bent rods and enjoy this beautiful coast.

Cheers, Mat.

I ALL, IT HAS been an excellent month at sea with the majority of trips bringing in not only large quantities of fish, but really good quality! Unfortunately the weather has still been up to its usual tricks and All smiles for the guys on Baitrunner with another great day prevented us getting out as often as we would have liked.

It’s difficult to establish whether the improved fishing has been due to the decent rain or the constant searching and trying of new grounds, maybe it’s a combination of both; either way it has been great.

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What’s being caught in Tin Can Bay?

Catches from Keely Rose Fishing Charters

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IN CAN BAY Fishing Club members recently enjoyed an outing to Lake Boondooma and everyone had a great time, including our juniors who caught a few nice bass and a yellow belly during their stay.

Red claw were a little scarce on this trip. However, the weather was excellent and it was a relaxing time for all in the company of friends around the campfire.

There have been recent reports of good catches of bream, whiting, flathead and a few Mangrove Jack in and around the Tin Can Bay inlet and creeks. Mullet strips or live bait have been working well for the Mangrove Jacks in the creeks.

See the holiday activity pages for details of our Sunfish Junior Fishing Day, scheduled for January 14. To register: tcbfishingclub@ bigpond.com We would like to extend our best wishes to all members of our community, and to our sponsors and supporters, may you all enjoy a wonderful and joyful Christmas with your families and loved ones and a very safe and prosperous new year.

Join in on a Junior Fishing Day

Left: Brett wrapped with his red emperor Below: Regular Keely Rose clients, Carl and his son, enjoyed a big day on the Snapper

11-year-old, Thomas May, who caught this nice bass whilst on a club outing at Boondooma Dam recently

Read up on the Tin Can Bay Fishing Club initiative in the Holiday Activity Guide, page 5.

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TCB Coastguard could close in 2018 …W

ITHOUT THE continued support of the local community. As 2017 approaches its end, QF17 would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who helped make this year so successful.

Without any direct government funding and forced to find 90% of our operating expenses, the public of our region have helped QF17: replace the Primary Rescue Vessel, refurbish our 5.2 rescue and training vessel, replace our rusted and unsafe boat trailer, acquire new life jackets, restock our first aid supplies, repair or replace communication equipment, train our members in first aid and rescue and purchase 6,220L fuel for vessels (to 31 October).

Between January 1 and October 31,

Coastguard volunteers Anita Uden, Chris Mertin, Chris Morris prove that women can do anything - taken at the new playground during the “Who’s New at the Zoo?” event

2017 we helped with: logged on 3136 vessels, 102 vessels in distress (and their crews) between Waddy Point to South of DIP, 35 nm out to sea and within the Great Sandy Straits, seven Search and Rescue Operations requested by police, 13,007 radio communications with our maritime population, 4771 phone calls (“land line”), 13 mobile phone distress calls, more than 54 public events, and offered a seven-daysa-week service to you, by our 43 members volunteering 18,579 hours to help monitor your marine safety.

In 2018, with your support, we will again be offering the local community first aid courses (Feb.), White Water and Bar Crossing courses (Feb.), Marine Radio Operators courses (March), Coastal

Navigation (March) and ongoing Boating Safety programmes, and of course Spreading of Ashes services and special events support, due to their popularity in 2017.

Please assist volunteer Coast Guard-Tin Can Bay in 2018 so we can assist you.

Offers of your time, expertise, sponsorship, bequeaths, or donations will

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be gratefully appreciated.

Just contact us on 5486 4290 or stop in at our base at Norman Point. We’re there from 6am to 6pm (and sometimes longer).

From all of us at QF17 to all our friends in the Fraser/Wide Bay/Gympie/Cooloola Regions, may you have a Merry Christmas, a safe and enjoyable holiday season and an outstanding 2018.

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HE SSAA TIN CAN BAY Branch was proud to host a Junior Shooting Day, in conjunction with the Cooloola Coast Youth Activity Project last month, with 12 participants treated to a free afternoon of air rifle training.

The day began with an introduction to the MacRae Range and a thorough safety briefing before moving into Range 1.

The purpose-built building gave each participant a chance to test their aiming skills in their own space. SSAA members were on hand to explain the correct use of the equipment and how to achieve a higher scoring result.

The standard targets produced some fantastic results from the novice shooters and the Blowie Busters had flies turn into walks.

Young Indigo Banko outdid the others with a total score of 79 and won the highest score prize of a handcrafted ammunition key ring. A tasty BBQ was provided, which was finger licking good!

The day kept on giving, and the twohour session ended up lasting five hours for those who stayed. The novelty shoots had teams working together busting balloons and remaining participants were also able to try rim fire.

The SSAA Tin Can Bay Branch team created a variety of shooting examples which inspired several youth to look into attending club competition nights.

Indigo Banko exclaimed that it was, “fun and challenging”, while Hannah Wagstaff was, “nervous to start with, however felt brave and exhilarated afterwards and

Elsie and Lachlan enjoyed their day

can’t wait to come back”. Teah Mallo was, “happy to have been given the chance to try something different”.

There are several competitions held every month at the SSAA Tin Can Bay Branch MacRae Range.

These are open to members of the public who wish to try sports shooting with club equipment available for use, fees may apply.

Call Lois on 5486 2559 or Brett on 0467 332 303 for more information.

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Braiden hits his target

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SPORT

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LTHOUGH THERE were no official race results for Sunday 12, t,he fleet of nine (including a new fifteen) all hit the water and headed out into quite gusty conditions, under the support of some new volunteer start boat crew.

There was a bit of a mix up with the dash to the start race with many vessels thinking they’d finished when they passed the start boat (who were busy still putting out the No.3 buoy rather than sitting on the line).

Lining up for race two, a certain FF skipper was checking the start line but

seemed to not notice the start boat and came away a little the worse for wear and had to limp home.

The remaining eight all started race two and commenced zooming round the course, with many a capsize for the smaller boats, a grounding by Topaz (becoming quite common), and lots of strong gusts and lumpy water to keep everyone working hard, and Billy the Kid flying around at incredible speed.

The conditions took their toll and one of the single handers broke its tension device and went over, requiring the start boat to

do a rescue mission.

This was around the time many had decided to abandon. It was an exhilarating reach back to the safety of the creek for a hot shower and a BBQ, where all sat around to talk of their adventures.

We hope that the new volunteers weren’t scared off from returning on another day!

Congratulations to the new executive of the TCBYC: Russell Shannon as Commodore, Michele McAndrew Vice Commodore, Bob Southern Treasurer and Graham Lee, Secretary. General inquiries: thesecrectarytcbyc@gmail.com

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AHLI MICK, dancing for three years now, loved performing at the Cooloola Cove Recreation Club 2017 Concert at the Gympie Civic Centre. Between 50 to 70 girls and boys danced their way on to the stage last month.

HE COOLOOLA DRAGONS presented themselves at the ”Who’s at the Zoo” at Rainbow Beach to encourage locals to participate in Dragon Boating at Tin Can Bay. Here’s hoping for an influx in 2018.

We are a social club but also join in serious sports regattas, paddling against other South Queensland clubs.

The social gathering of the Club’s ‘Pizza Night’ went well, with some creative pizzas made. The weather was kind so the pizzas were cooked to perfection in Norma’s pizza oven.

The paddlers are now starting intensive training to gain fitness and strength to be able to be competitive at the State Titles in February and Nationals in March.

Any interested new paddlers wanting to give paddling a go, it would be best to come on down to the Yacht Club hardstand on a Sunday at 7.30am.

Sunday is usually a more relaxed and social paddle. We don’t expect new paddlers do the intense work which established paddlers are doing. Please slip, slop, slap and bring water. If interested in paddling please phone Norma on 0439 075 271.

Training stops December 17 with our end of year function, and we return January 7.

Merry Christmas everyone and stay safe travelling on the roads.

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Join the Dragon Boat club for fitness and fun

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FTER OUR SUCCESSFUL Nippers Age Championships, completed just before a storm, we are winding up to Christmas. But not before our second Age Championship, there are three in every season.

Kids look forward to the Christmas break up - fun and games preside on the sand and finish with a BBQ at the club. Many families join at this time of year please give Pauline a call if you are keen on 5486 3249 ext 5.

Upcoming dates: December 3 Age Championships (weather permitting) December 10 Last Nippers day for 2017 – Christmas Breakup

at Surf Club January 21 Return to Nippers – First training day for 2018 February 11 Age Championships (weather permitting) March 18 Final Official Nippers Training Day for the Season March 25 Nippers Fun Day – Break-Up Presentation at the Surf Club

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Cooloola Coast Little Athletics

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HE CENTRE HAS been growing in numbers and Coach Bill has been able to create relay teams during training.

Sprint skills are developed through the competitive nature of the only team event in athletics.

Participants have been ‘put over the sticks’, an old school term for hurdles. The Centre has a new batch of collapsible type hurdles on order. This will assist training, as they are designed to collapse on contact instead of tip over, making them both safer and easier to use.

All events have been covered during training and the first round of time trials and events measurements have been

taken. This gives a base line for personal bests and these will be challenged later in the season. They are also recorded on the Achievements Awards program, with a chance for participants to reach colour level goals.

Our Christmas breakup will be on December 16 and the Centre will recommence training on January 13 at 7.30am on the Tin Can Bay School oval on Snapper Creek Rd. If you would like to know more about Little Athletics call Centre Manager Jess Milne on 0411 218 254 or email ccla2014@outlook.com for further information.

Wades are more fun than work!

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A Little Humour CHRISTMAS CRACKERS What do you call an elf who sings?

A wrapper!

Why is Christmas just like your job?

You do all the work and the fat guy with the suit gets all the credit.

Why is Santa so jolly?

Because he knows where all the naughty girls live.

What’s the difference between the Christmas alphabet and the ordinary alphabet?

The Christmas alphabet has Noel.

What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus?

Claustrophobic.

What do you call an obnoxious reindeer?

RUDEolph.

Why was Santa’s little helper depressed?

Because he had low elf esteem.

What’s the difference snowmen and snowladies?

Snowballs.

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What do you call a kid who doesn’t believe in Santa?

A rebel without a Claus.

What do you call Santa’s helpers?

Subordinate clauses Why does Santa have three gardens?

So he can ho-ho-ho.

Why does Santa like to go down the chimney?

Because it soots him!

Why are Christmas trees so bad at knitting?

Because they always drop their needles.

What do snowmen call their kids?

Chill-dren.

What do Santa’s elves learn at school?

The elfabet!

What do reindeer have that no other animals have?

Baby reindeer.

Why kind of cars do elves drive?

Toy-otas.

What do you get if you eat Christmas decorations?

Tinsil-itis.

What do you get if you cross a duck with a Christmas bon bon?

A Christmas quacker!

Who is Santa’s favourite singer?

Elf-is Presley!

What does everyone sing at a snowman’s birthday party?

“Freeze a jolly good fellow…”

What do you get if you cross a bell with a skunk?

Jingle Smells!

How much did Santa pay for his sleigh?

Nothing, it was on the house!

What never eats at Christmas time?

The turkey - it’s usually STUFFED! Why couldn’t the Christmas tree stand up?

A Christmas tree does not have legs like we do!

What goes “oh, oh, oh”?

Santa walking backwards!

What do monkeys sing at Christmas?

Jungle bells, jungle bells!

What does a cat on the beach have in common with Christmas?

Sandy claws!

What is green, white, and red all over?

A sunburnt elf!

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What rains at the north pole?

Reindeer!

What do you get when you cross a snowman with a vampire?

Frostbite.

The 4 stages of life: 1. You believe in Santa Claus 2. You don’t believe in Santa Claus 3. You dress up as Santa Claus 4. You look like Santa Claus The awkward moment when Santa Claus has the same wrapping paper as your parents.

Remember, children. The best way to get a puppy for Christmas is to beg for a baby brother.

A song told me to Deck the Halls...so I did. Mr.and Mrs. Hall are not very happy.

This holiday season, in lieu of gifts, I’ve decided to give everyone my opinion.

I try to be unusually kind and compassionate to those around me during the Holidays, because I never know who will end up being my Secret Santa.

T’was the night before Christmas and all through the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care.

They’d been worn all week and needed the air.

As a little girl climbed onto Santa’s lap, Santa asked the usual, “And what would you like for Christmas?”

The child stared at him open mouthed and horrified for a minute, then gasped, “Didn’t you get my E-mail?”

One day, a little boy wrote to Santa Clause, “Please send me a sister.” Santa Clause wrote him back, “Ok, send me your mother.”

CHRISTMAS PICK UP LINES Shouldn’t you be on top of the tree, Angel?

Can I have your picture so I can show Santa what I want for Christmas?

I’ve checked it twice, and I’m sure you’re on my “naughty” list.

I’ve got the keys to the sleigh tonight.

MEDICAL MUSINGS Apparently the Australian Medical Association has now weighed in on the new economic stimulus package....

The allergists voted to scratch it, but the dermatologists advised not to make any rash moves.

The gastroenterologists had sort of a gut feeling about it, but the neurologists thought the administration had a lot of nerve. The obstetricians felt they were all laboring under a misconception.

Ophthalmologists considered the idea shortsighted. Pathologists yelled, “Over my dead body!” while the pediatricians said, ‘Oh, grow up!’

The psychiatrists thought the whole idea was madness, while the radiologists could see right through it. Surgeons decided to wash their hands of the whole thing.

The internists thought it was a bitter pill to swallow, and the plastic surgeons said, “This puts a whole new face on the matter.”

The chiropractors thought it was an utterly spineless idea, the podiatrists thought it was a step forward, but the urologists were pissed off at the whole idea.

The anaesthetists thought the idea was a gas, and the cardiologists didn’t have the heart to say no.

In the end, the proctologists won out, leaving the entire decision up to the a*seh#les in Canberra.

Merry Christmas!

Please start sending yourjokes in.

TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY

Covering Cooloola Cove, Rainbow Beach & Tin Can Bay 4WD Hire Rainbow Beach 4X4 Hire

Electrician Rainbow Beach

5486 8300

Accommodation Rainbow Getaway Holiday Apartments

Rainbow Beach

5486 3500

Air conditioning Climate Control Air Conditioning Cooloola Coast Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Tin Can Bay

5486 4362 5486 4499

Appliance Repairs

Food Wholesalers

Cooloolah Coast

0499 144 678

Rainbow Beach

5486 3788

Rainbow Beach

5486 8100

Rainbow Beach

5486 3080

Rainbow Beach

0438 868 116

Cabinet Makers Cooloola Coast Cabinets Whatever Cabinetmakers

Tin Can Bay Cooloola Cove

5488 0443 5486 4004

Car Dealers John Madill Toyota Madills Mazda

Gympie Gympie

5480 5555 5480 5588

Tin Can Bay

5486 4411

Caravan Repairs and Hire Whatever

Cooloola Cove

5486 4004

Caravan Antennas Saturn Antennas

Rainbow Beach

5486 3471

Carpet Cleaning Benny’s Carpet Cleaning Tin Can Bay Cleanwave Rainbow Beach Crystal Shine Cleaning

0407 764 661 0421 600 148 0487 281 030

Laurie Donnelly Plumber Cooloola Cove

Rainbow Beach and Fraser Island Gas Supplies

Rainbow Beach

0407 146 151

Rainbow Beach

0439 775 070

Gympie

5482 6500

Rainbow Beach

5486 3607

Cooloola Cove

5488 0222

Rainbow Beach

0438 868 116

Curtains and Blinds & Security Advantage Screens & Blinds Cooloola Cove Cooloola Curtains & Blinds Cooloola Cove

5481 2846 0436 394 347

Dentist Channon and Lawrence Dental Gympie Cooloola Cove Smiles Tin Can Bay Coloured Sands Clinic Cooloola Cove

5482 7688 5486 4800 5488 0271

Rainbow Beach

0400 657 797

Tin Can Bay

5488 0601

Cooloola Coast

0403 193 916

0438 773 119

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5486 3444 5486 2000

5486 9090 5486 3249 5486 4231

Cooloola Coast Rainbow Beach

5486 3411 5486 3900

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5486 8000 0490 232 392 5486 4400 5486 3126

Rainbow Beach

5486 3152

Cooloola Cove

0408 645 369

Rainbow Beach Tin Can Bay

5486 8700 5488 0084

Tin Can Bay

5486 2887

Rainbow Beach

0418 729 474

Sewing Shopping Centre IGA Supermarket IGA Supermarket

Signs Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach Signs

Cosgroves

Local Ne

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5483 5364

Mechanical Rainbow Beach Rustproofing and Mechanical Rainbow Beach Rainbow Beach Service Centre and Towing Rainbow Beach

5486 3228 5486 8555

Beach to Bay Pest Management Cooloola Coast Cleanwave Rainbow Beach

Storage

4rent4sale Storage Sheds Tin Can Bay Karoonda Road Self Storage Rainbow Beach

5486 4577 5486 3411

Tourist Centre

Rainbow Beach Tourist Centre Rainbow Beach by Cheryl 5486 3227 Maughan, Wo

Some brilliant diving ove customers raving about W Dolphin Ferry Cruises RB/TCB 0428 838here.

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Vet Gympie Veterinary Services

Pest Control

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 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

Rainbow Beach Rainbow Beach Tin Can Bay

Solicitor

Kennels and Catteries

EMERGENCY - AMBULANCE / POLICE / FIRE . . . . . . . 000

Arcobaleno Food Sans Borders Marina Bar and Grill Rainbow Fruit Barn

Ennovy Designs

Coloured Sands Clinic Cooloola Cove Cooloola Coast Clinic Tin Can Bay Rainbow Beach Cooloola Medical Centre Rainbow Beach Medical Practice Tin Can Bay Chiropractor Tin Can Bay Tin Can Bay Physio Tin Can Bay

ESSENTIAL SERVICES

Cooloola Coast Realty Rainbow Beach Realty

Ocean Breeze Seafoods

Gavin Freeman Handyman Service

Health and Medical

Rainbow Beach Hotel Rainbow Beach Surf Club Tin Can Bay Country Club

Seafood

Handyman

Rainbow Beach Hardware Mitre 10 Cooloola

0418 382 442

Restaurants and Cafés

Graphic Design Soda Graphics

Cooloola Cove

Real Estate

Glass and Aluminium Lighthouse Glass and Aluminium

0407 372 826

0428 645 369

Garden Supplies Cooloola Cove Landscape & Garden Supplies

Cooloola Cove

Pubs and Clubs

Gympie Cooloola Pet Resort Gympie

Celebrant Zaneta Fitzgerald

Rainbow Cooloola Wholesalers

Hardware

Caravan Parks Tin Can Bay Caravan Park

Floorzone

Ray’s Plastering

Plumber

Gas Supplies

Beauty Serenity Beauty

Keely Rose Deep Sea Rainbow Beach Fishing Charters

0428 645 369

Bakery Ed’s Beach Bakery

0407 762 986 0448 955 768

Fishing Charters

Cooloola Cove

Bait and Tackle Chilly Bin Rainbow Beach Tackle & Camping

4D Engineering

Flooring

Auto Electrics

Plastering Cooloola Coast Cooloola Coast

Fabrication

0400 410 045

Coastwide Appliance Service & Repairs

Eledric Rainbow Beach Auto Electrics

Mark Little Smiley Mick Electrical

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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 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 (Rainbow Beach) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0417 751 327 DEACON, Arthur (Cooloola Cove) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0419 624 208 FISHER, Peter (Rainbow Beach) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0407 95 4678 GETT, Kelvin (Rainbow Beach) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5486 3538 MISSEN, John Joseph (Rainbow Beach) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5486 8153 December 2017 – Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News – 39

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Airconditioning

Troy Rowley

Concreting Contractor ABN 64-930-176-411

Cleaning

• House Slabs • Garage Slabs • Driveways • Paths

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Phone: 5486 3914 Mobile: 0413 060 797

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CABINET MAKER

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Concreting Contractor ABN 64-930-176-411

Appliance Repairs

• House Slabs CARSlabs CLEANING • Garage • Driveways • Paths Also specialising in; • Stamp • Concrete Stencil • Exposed Seeded Concrete Cabinet Making

Phone: 5486 3914 Mobile: 0413 060 797

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CARPET CLEANERS

Auto Electrics

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TRADES & SERVICES DIRECTORY Flooring

Massage

CONCRETING

CELEBRANT

Removalist

CONCRETE ETING

NCR PPZ CO

MO Gas

Troy Rowley

Concreting Contractor ABN 64-930-176-411

• House Slabs • Garage Slabs • Driveways • Paths

Pet Boarding

Signs

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

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ELECTRICIAN

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WHAT’S ON NOVEMBER 1

RBSS Garden Working Bee 2pm

2

Memorial Classic, 7.30am, Double Island Point, entry fees apply for comps and current membership

2

TCB Community and Men’s Shed social meeting, to meet and greet new members, sausage sizzle, tea and coffee, BYO soft drink. Kevin from Wallu Nursery will talk on landscaping the shed site, 10am cnr of Bayside Rd and TCB Rd, behind City Farm, opposite the Community Complex, Ph: 5486 2835

2

Christmas Carols from 6-8pm, RB Community Hall (food from 5pm) BYO torch, rug or chair

If you have an event or date you would like to add please email info@rbcn.com.au 10 Nippers Christmas breakup (back January 21) 10 Festival of Small Halls, international act, local food, bar, $25 entry, RB Hall, tickets: www.festivalofsmallhalls.com 10 TCB Community Christmas Carols, in the park behind the RSL, 6pm (food from 5pm) 11 Probus meeting, retirees welcome, 2.30pm Sandcastle Motel: 0405 406 629 11 Community News deadline for editorial - including Year 12 photos!

12 Giggle Along, 10am, CCYAP, Cooloola Cove 13 Community News ad bookings due 13 Ozobots - TCB Library from 10.3011.30am, RB Library 2.30-3.30pm.

please donate a small food or gift item to include in the hamper raffle before December 7 24 Christmas Eve dinner - 5.30 for 6pm, carol service at 7.30pm then dessert, TCB Community Complex RSVP: 0447 166 906 25 Christmas Day 28 Scripture Union RB Holiday Program arrives around now!

31 TCB Foreshore Carnival, 5-11pm, live entertainment, face paining, rides, food and fireworks, thanks to the TCB Chamber of Commerce 31 New Year’s Eve at TCB Country Club - DJ, face painting, Blacklight Glow Party

2

“It’s In The Bag” donations due to Cooloola Cove Smiles, Dolphin Centre

3

Nippers Age Championship, weather permitting

14 Movement and Structure Science, 10am, CCYAP, Cooloola Cove

4

TCB P-10 School - End of Year Celebration Day

15 Community News ad copy due

7-13 Bronze and SRC Camp, RBSLSC

16 Little Athletics breakup

4

TCB P-10 School - Volunteers’ morning tea

6

CCAG Life Drawing meeting 9am, TCB Library

18 Last orders 9am – 12pm for the Victory Christmas Hampers, TCB Resource Centre: 0400 741 951

14 Sunfish Junior Fishing Day by TCB Fishing Club: 0437 242 171

6

RBSS End of Year Concert, Community Centre, 5.30pm, curries and sausage sizzle, 6.30pm concert

7

TCB P-10 School, Prep-Yr 9 Christmas Concert

7

RB Warriors Swim Club Christmas break-up party, from 5pm- bring a friend!

8

Last day of school 2017

9

‘Trash and Treasure’ day, 10am - 2pm RB Community Hall, sausage sizzle and drinks, $5 for a table from 7am, book: 5486 3355

9

Barefoot Bowls, TCB Country Club: 0412 134 752

9

Christmas dance night - live music, open bar, finger food, raffles and spot prizes, $5 entry, 6pm for 6.30pm TCB RSL: 0412 758 199

JANUARY 1

Delivery date Community News

15-18 Junior Learn to Sail course, TCB Yacht Club: O447 631 479

19 Christmas Craft, 10am, cards and little trinkets for the tree, all materials supplied, CCYAP, Cooloola Cove

17 Come ‘n’ Try Stand Up Paddle Boarding book: www.gympie.qld.gov.au/ holidayfun and kayaking

20 Last delivery for the Victory Christmas Hampers, TCB Resource Centre on Wednesday December 20, orders taken 9am – 12pm, Monday December 18

22 School is back!

20 Family Craft Day – Sock puppets, TCB Library 10.30-11.30am, RB Library 2.30-3.30pm

Monday

21 Individual Cooking, 10am, limited places so bookings advised, CCYAP, Cooloola Cove 21 Library free e-resources such as emagazines, ebooks, eaudiobooks and bookings essential, and bring along your iPad/tablet or Smartphone, RB 10am-12noon - phone 5486 3705, TCB 2-4pm – phone 5486 4355 22 RB Pool Christmas party for the community, 3pm till 6pm, $2 entry,

WEEKLY (many are term time only) 10-11am First 5 Forever - fun for under fives at Rainbow Beach Library 4.30 Karate & Jiu-Jitsu, RBSS: 0417 079 579 Tuesday 7am QCWA walking group, Cafe to the Max, TCB 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, TCB

Wednesday 7.30am TCB P-10 Garden Club 9am Mahjong/games mornings, Church of the Good Shepherd Hall 10am Mainly Music, TCB Community Complex, 10am 4.30 Karate & Jiu-Jitsu, RBSS: 0417 079 579 Thursday 7am RBSS Brekky and Fitness Club 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 CCLAC bingo sessions TCB Country Club 9.30am - 10.30am First 5 Forever - fun for under fives at Tin Can Bay Library 3.30pm Cooloola Dragon Boat Club training 4.30pm QCWA walking group, Woolworths bus stop, CC Friday 8am - 10am Volunteer “revive our creeks”, www.cooloolacoastcare.org.au 9am Sailability Saturday Markets on almost every Saturday!

See visitors’ guide 7am QCWA walking group, Black Cockatoo, TCB 8.30-10.30 Little Athletics 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 8.30am Nippers 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

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