Rainbow Beach Community News March 2018

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March 2018 • Vol 21 • Issue 3

Fintastic fishing

at Rainbow Beach!

If you like fishing, then the Cooloola Coast is the place to be.

Ed Falconer from Keely Rose Fishing Charters sent in this photo entitled “Zoe with a beautiful pair of Pearlies”. You can see more catches, the fishing report by Mat Cooper from Rainbow Beach Fishing Charters, hear about the QF17 Open Day and what it is like to be part of the Fishing Club.

Read more: pages 28-30.

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Sam, Maureen and staff wish everyone a Happy Easter

Editor’s Note

Will it or won’t it?

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OONDOO, THAT IS. Whether it rises over or stays under that outdated little excuse for a bridge is something that affects everyone on the Cooloola Coast.

Today, we’ve sent our son in to school in Gympie, not sure if we’ll see him tonight.

Will the bridge ever be upgraded?

I’ve been tracking Tristan’s wonderful progress (see Pray for Trist on Facebook), and at the moment he’s back in a Brisbane hospital for a review. Mum Carolyn Wall posted a photo of him watching a screen with his sister and I laughed when I saw the caption, “Least the tv is good here”.

Reception has been shocking. We do include a number for you to complain to, because apparently they don’t receive many complaints. Most likely due to not many people knowing who they should call. You’ll find that number on page 25.

Please use it!

What else can we whinge about? Not the rain, not when the farmers are struggling out west with the lack of it.

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What about slow traffic? Page 3.

Finding and keeping good volunteers?

Page 14.

Litter and too much plastic? Do something about it on page 4.

Or are you just hungry? We can help with that too - page 9.

Our March edition also has a serious amount of events packed into it. From a day of prayer plus an Easter service at dawn, to limericks on St Paddy’s Day, bridge, bingo and table tennis; Toastmasters eat pizza with their words, International Women’s Day and I haven’t even started on our huge ‘Creative Cuts’ section with live music, art and cultural happenings.

Yes, it is a busy month, but Coondoo Creek’s ebbs and flows won’t affect one event to kick off our March. Don your snowy-coloured ‘attire’, and I’ll see you at a White Night!

until next month, Michelle and Heatley Gilmore

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Our roads a

“recipe for disaster”

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AST YEAR, Transport and Main Roads (TMR) wrote to Rainbow Beach Commerce and Tourism (RBCT) “pleased to advise the department is investigating your suggestion for short-stop areas where slower vehicles can allow faster vehicles to pass” and “locations on the Tin Can Bay Road and funding opportunities are being sought”.

RBCT Secretary, Tony Stewart, appealed to TMR that a 300 metre stopping bay sign and short pull-off areas, seen in many instances across Australia, could be a solution for the slow recreational vehicle traffic to our towns.

He says, “After many calls and visits to Department of Main Roads, they have gone back on their word. I am wasting time.”

In an about-face, months later, Tony has received conflicting and futile news, which said “TMR is undertaking planning to install overtaking lanes on the Tin Can Bay Road - they are considered the safest option for vehicles to pass slower motorists.”

Of course, there is no money for overtaking lanes in the next four years, and it seems, even if there was cash available, it would be siphoned off elsewhere.

Tony implores, “Rainbow Beach is too dangerous not to be installing overtaking lanes.”

He says numbers of tourists are increasing, but it doesn’t correspond with conditions of the roads. The issue of slow traffic has been escalating as tourism increases in this area, and he believes that road traffic is recorded at an absurd time, because during peak times, figures could be at least ten times higher.

“But TMR says overtaking lanes on the Tin Can Bay Road are not a priority,” says Tony.

He was informed: “TMR is taking every opportunity to seek for funding Wide Bay Burnett, allocated based on statewide

You find these stopping bays all over Australia, they would have been a economical solution for our coast - but now government has changed their mind, and there is no options forthcoming for slow traffic on our roads

priorities, with many safety projects being considered a higher priority at this time” (dated January 2018).

Tony’s calculations paint a different story.

For 12 months over 2016/17, the two caravan parks - Rainbow Beach and Carlo Point recorded over 35,000 caravan nights.

“If they stay an average three nights, that makes 11,720 caravans on our road, and double it for Inskip gives 23,400 caravans in 365 days.

“An average of 64 vans per day that may average 80km per hour - and that doesn’t count Standown Park and Tin Can Bay!” He wrote to TMR about his figures and told them, “Added to this is all the heavy traffic from the dump waste from the area, now our local tips are closed, further to this is the cartage of ilmenite from Rainbow Beach in dog trailers, these vehicles travel fast.

“Then you throw in the tour buses, school buses, slow backpacker traffic, large boats and what a recipe for disaster!

“It is no wonder the locals are worried about travelling OUR road.”

RBCT executive have asked MP Tony Perrett to follow up on the state of our roads.

Until changes are made, please drive with patience, and overtake with caution.

And to everyone driving recreational vehicles - or just a slow vehicle - please pull over if it is safe to do so, and let the traffic through!

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HILDREN AND teachers are getting in on the act with both local schools planning their Clean Up Australia Day on March 2.

At Rainbow Beach, a representative from the council and National Parks will come to school and briefly talk to students about Clean Up Australia Day and be involved in the clean-up activities around our school.

The Youth Activity Program (CCYAP) says that community service builds spirit, so they are encouraging youth to be part of the YAP team at the Tin Can Bay Clean Up Australia Day event on March 4.

“If you register with the YAP group you will be part of a national environmental movement as well as earning a $1 off entry voucher at the next YAP event,” explains President Jess Milne.

Meet at Wes Mitchell Park at 7.45am for sign-in and briefing. Bring a hat, enclosed shoes and gloves, if you have them. The Tin Can Bay Fishing Club is managing Clean Up Australia Day at Tin Can Bay and community members and volunteer groups are welcome to join in.

A Site Supervisor is needed for the Rainbow Beach Clean Up Site (the township site) on Sunday March 4.

Duties may include promoting the event, registering and briefing volunteers, handing out rubbish bags and gloves, organising a BBQ for participants (sausages and bottled water provided by Council).

Information is available: https:// www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/.

Local Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service and Gympie Regional Council staff can assist anyone who would like to nominate for this iconic community event. Email grant. phelan@des.qld.gov.au for further details.

Three sites are currently registered for the day - let’s all make a difference!

Boomerang Bags at the Saturday Markets

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OOMERANG BAGS Rainbow Beach had a very successful morning at the Saturday Markets, giving out 50 bags and around 20 produce bags and, more importantly, getting the word out there.

Thanks to Maryann and Peter for all their help on the day, and to our wonderful bag makers working behind the scenes doing the hard yards.

I would also like to thank and acknowledge the few business that have supported us so far. The Rainbow Sands Motel for the use of their conference room to do our thing, Rainbow Beach Tin Can Bay Signs for donating our beautiful sign and the Community

Last year Grant Phelan worked with Nippers and their managers to clean up the beach and foreshore - this year they are looking for people to drive the activity in Rainbow Beach

COOLOOLA COVE

TIN CAN BAY

INSKIP POINT

Cooloola Cove Residents and Friends Meet at the Centenary Federation Park at 8am Open to the public with a free BBQ afterward

Tin Can Bay Fishing Club Meet at the playground opposite the Tin Can Bay Library at 8am – Open to the public with a free BBQ afterward

Clean up on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 March Meet at MV Natone, 7am - 8am – Free camping for participants with a free BBQ and bottled water

News for giving us a bit of space each month.

We really need more helpers to keep this project going and growing. You don’t need to sew. We need people to print, cut, sort, iron, make coffee. You don’t need to attend our get-together, we can give you a take-home pack so you can sew/cut at your leisure.

We would love to have enough bags to give out on a regular basis.

We are also after a screen printing set up to make it a bit easier to get our pockets printed.

If you can help in any way big or small please message Barb on 0423 841 062.

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Limericks and live music for St Patrick’s Day O

Students at Rainbow Beach State School, Darcy, Jimmy, Delilah, Murphy and Skye look forward to presenting limericks on St Patrick’s Day

Easter events for you

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S THE EASTER break and school holidays are fast approaching, hopefully with some cooler weather, the Cooloola Coast Local Ambulance Committee says it is timely to warn parents of the dangers for young children around campfires. Children have been burnt through stepping on sand that has been used to extinguish a campfire.

A fire put out with a bucket of water will retain little or no heat after a period of 10 minutes whereas using sand or dirt can mean that heat up to 100 degrees Celsius will remain for over eight hours.

Burns should be cooled with cold running water and medical assistance sought immediately. Stay safe and enjoy these activities….

Easter Fair

The 2018 Easter Fair on Saturday March 31, at the Cooloola Community Complex, will be a bigger and better day.

There’s Easter hat and bonnet displays,

N FRIDAY MARCH 16, Rainbow Beach State School students will celebrate St Paddy’s Day with a free dress day in the theme of green and indulge in a tuckshop menu with an Irish (green) inspired theme.

As writing is part of the school’s improvement priority for 2018, the P and C have sponsored a limerick competition to inspire the students to write.

One of the English speaking world’s most popular poems is claimed to have originated in the city and county of Limerick in Ireland (although I have also read it was invented by the French!).

Regardless, here in Rainbow Beach,

egg and spoon races, local art, craft and photography, YAP activities for the kids and competitions with prizes, 10c auctions, entertainment, food and drink.

All are welcome. The Cooloola Cove Residents and Friends family fun day will have new outside area displays.

After a successful Movie Night last month, preceded by a CCYAP function - it was a great night for the kids - the Cooloola Cove Residents and Friends are looking for volunteers for the fair. Hopefully more movies can happen at the Complex. Thanks to those who attended.

Our group is always looking for members, if you would like to support the future of Cooloola Cove and provide support to the community, including other community groups, join us.

If you are keen to be part of the Easter Fair, and any organisation that wishes to be part of this great day, please contact Graham: 0433 062 906.

each class will be able to nominate four representatives to perform their limerick on parade, and community representatives will judge for a 1st, 2nd and encouragement (most original) award - and it is not a pot of gold!

We wish them the luck of the Irish – but a little practise is sure to help as well.

St Patrick’s Day was first celebrated in 1762 and marks the return of “Saint Patrick” to Ireland after being kidnapped into slavery.

But March 17 now represents all things Irish and it is on Saturday this year, so why not amble into Coffee Rocks on St Patrick’s Day for live music by local Joel Mak and Irish favourite: beef and Guinness pies!

Gail Langdown from CCR&F welcomes everyone to the Easter Fair

Easter Sunrise Service

The Rainbow Beach Christian Community invites you to celebrate the Resurrection at the propeller on Sunday April 1, commencing at 5.30am.

The service is followed by free refreshments at Arcobaleno’s on the Beach, near the Post Office. BYO blanket and torch. For more information contact Chappy Ronnie on 0413 135 867.

And a raffle!

The Rainbow Beach State School P&C have an Easter Raffle drawn on Thursday March 29, at the last parade of term.

Prizes are a Rainbow Beach Horse Ride (first prize), Epic Ocean Adventures Kayak with the dolphins tour (second prize) and third prize is a basket of Easter eggs!

Support the school, and you may win!

Remember, the next edition of the Community News comes before Easter and the school holidays – so there’s still time to add your events to the list.

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March 3: White for a Night

There’s more in March The organisers had prizes galore at the ‘White for a Night’ - see for yourself this year!

March 8: International Women’s Day

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HE TIME IS NOW - the recognition and celebration of achievements made by women all over the world. The global revolution is marked by numerous events and Soul from the Belly is holding a bonding morning tea at the RAOB Hall, 110 Emperor Street, in Tin Can Bay. Jess Milne is calling all women who would

like a bit of positive energy and influence to make that first step on the journey to greatness. “Change for the better stems from a seed of desire.

Too often women put themselves last.”

So, take some time out for yourself and come along at 10am to energise through laughter and oriental movement. It will be a morning that will give a kick-start to the journey in life you’ve always dreamed of!

Tea and coffee will be provided; bring a small plate to share and an open mind. For further information call/text Jess Milne on 0411 218 254.

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ELD MARCH 3, from 6.30 to 10pm, it is not too late to book in for the fourth annual Rainbow Beach White for a Night.

It is a night for Rainbow Beach residents to enjoy a fun evening, with elegant dress style and taste is paramount. But there’s a catch! Two catches, in fact.

1. Everything is white! Your clothes, accessories, table setting, chairs, crockery and decorations. And BYO everything for this mass chic picnic.

2. The location is top secret, until that afternoon. Registration is essential to know the secret location!

So, organise a table and share a night with good friends, old friends and new friends at one of Rainbow’s favourite public locations.

This is NOT a fundraiser and NOT a commercial event.

Follow them on Facebook and email whiteforanight@gmail.com or call Lindy on 0478 039 322.

March 2: World Day of Prayer Have you heard of Suriname?

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HIS YEAR THE host country for the World Day of Prayer is Suriname, part of the Guianas, an ecological region within the Amazon, in the north-eastern part of South America.

The congregation of St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, at Manooka Drive in Rainbow Beach, is coordinating and hosting the World Day of Prayer for the Cooloola Coast, on Friday March 2, at 10am.

The theme, prepared by Surinamese women, is: ‘All God’s Creation is Very Good!’ and the guest speaker is the Reverend Ingrid Busk, Anglican Minister of the Church of Good Shepherd, Rainbow Beach.

The Combined Churches of the Cooloola

Coast, with the Surinamese people, highlight some of the issues women and children in Suriname face.

All welcome, join in on the service followed by a morning tea, contact Donna Hope on 5486 8199 for more information.

Rainbow Beach memorabilia wanted

Do you have local historical photos or memorabilia ready to be unearthed?

Contact the RB Community Centre Image Ian Ross

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O YOU HAVE photos that tell stories of Rainbow Beach?

On our recent travels to Caloundra and Bargara, we were delighted to see history was preserved on boards along their coastal walks.

In other towns, with history dating back to the 1800s, it is not unusual to find whole museums filled with anecdotes and physical reminders of how communities were built and grown.

In town, we have lifesavers on the Surf Club walls, “The Wall of Shame” at Rainbow Beach Tourist Centre, models of ships that have been wrecked at the Sports Club and the Rainbow Beach Caravan Park brings out their huge collection of images from time to time.

Perhaps we can have our own history trail, it is all around us - not just Pettigrew’s Cooloola Timber Tramway Complex, Double Island Point lighthouse and Bullock Point Jetty - the only coastal places listed on Gympie Region’s Heritage Trail.

The Cooloola Coast is rich in history just look at how popular the “History of Tin Can Bay” Facebook page is! The photos and stories are bringing back beautiful memories for present and past locals.

So when I heard that the Community Information and Resource Centre (CIRS) were hoping to share our town’s history in the Rainbow Beach Community Hall, I felt certain it will be a success.

Volunteer Wolf Sievers reported that, “The committee is considering a proposal for a display in the hall foyer depicting Rainbow Beach history. We’re keen to gather relevant material from the community for it.”

He says, “It’s a chance to promote and be proud of our community history.” We agree Wolf, and the Community News is happy to provide images and publish ones too!

So, if you have old photos or memorabilia that tell stories of Rainbow Beach and you are happy to share or donate, drop it in or contact the centre on 5486 3355.

Headliner announced for Kids Bush to the Beach Gala Dinner

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ONY STEWART is pleased to announce that after the success of last year’s event, another Fundraising Dinner will be held in the Community Hall on Saturday July 14, for schools from Western Queensland.

Last year’s entertainer, Rodney Vincent, will be back with a brand new show and hopefully another backup artist, to be confirmed.

“A fair amount of money has to be raised to make this possible, so we have started by raffling a trip to Fiji for seven nights,” said Tony. “We have also been kindly donated a seven-night Holiday in Rainbow Beach.

“Once again we will be looking for sponsorship for this event, with many people offering already and some confirming they will double donations

from last year.”

The schools keen to come across are Windorah, Jundah, Stonehenge and Isisford.

“These schools are from the heart of the drought country up to 300kms south west of Longreach. Wouldn’t they love to see the ocean!” Tony smiled.

“We have a small committee to run this year’s event, but if anyone feels they can help in any way please contact us.

“Our next load of drought supplies to Longreach leaves March 29. If anyone can help by donating, both IGAs will accept.

Also Bank of Queensland Gympie will take donations.”

No more clothes are needed on this trip.

However, food items, toiletries, etc. are urgently needed. Phone Tony: 0408 767 930.

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It is rare that a life membership is awarded and it is a significant achievement that long-serving Tin Can Bay RSL member, Ms Pam Leslie, deserves. Despite mobility, hearing and vision impairment, Pam is a valuable volunteer who keeps the RSL legacy alive.

Pam Leslie awarded life member of RSL

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ONGRATULATIONS TO Pam Leslie, recently awarded Life Membership by the National Board in appreciation of services rendered as a member of the Queensland Branch, The Returned & Services League of Australia. The award recognises Pam’s tireless work and dedication to the RSL and her community.

In fact, since 1993, Pam has dedicated her life over her many years of membership to furthering RSL objectives.

At 94 years old, Pam’s great passion is still working with the local school where she is loved dearly. She has immersed herself within the school community and ensures that the legacy of our forefathers is not forgotten by the emerging generations.

Every year, Pam arranges visits by the school children to the RSL where the children have an opportunity to visit the cenotaph, try on military uniforms, and enjoy hands on access to the memorabilia including the bugles – always a very noisy success!

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She is very vocal and interactive with the community in respect to the importance of the RSL and its continuance to ensure the sacrifice of generations of service personnel is never forgotten. Additionally, Pam’s fundraising efforts over many years have resulted in significant donations to Legacy.

Pam is also an integral part of the planning and execution of the Tin Can Bay school commemorative services, which she attends without fail.

She and other local RSL committee members work to ensure there are volunteers in attendance to talk to the children and answer their inquisitive questions in regard to the meaning of, and different parts of the services conducted throughout the community.

Pam’s focus has been to foster dignity and honour, improve learning and the

ties of friendship between the children and the RSL in general. She protects the good name and preserves the interests of Australian Defence Forces, the sacrifice by our defence members, and the historical significance to our country and its values.

Her dedication has had a significant and profound effect on past and present students, a number of whom have gone on the become members of the Defence Force in various capacities.

The awarding of Life Membership reflects the selfless dedication and character of this deserving woman.

ANGELA EASSON SIMON HUGHES BARLIGHT GRAEME JENSEN Closed SHADES OF GREY

Keeping The Legacy Alive: Melissa Haslam’s photo of Pam Leslie, recently awarded Life Membership of the RSL QLD Branch was taken with Pam surrounded by the school children at one of her many school visits.

Not much taller than the children, Pam is explaining the history of the poppy in preparation for Anzac day last year.

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Chinese flavour for Country Club S

There has been a lot of positive feedback about the new Chinese restaurant at the Tin Can Bay Country Club, thanks to owner Eric Guan and team

Image Leisa Charlton

O POPULAR is the new Chinese restaurant at the Tin Can Bay Country Club, that people are travelling from Gympie to dine there!

But how did owner, Eric Guan, who was born in China and now lives at Hay in NSW, start a business in Tin Can Bay? It turns out the Country Club’s greenkeeper has family in Warialda, where Eric was living at the time, who informed him the previous contractor had left.

Eric started out as a part-time waiter in Sydney, then seven years ago opened a restaurant in NSW Bingara, where he worked as a Kitchen hand and learnt to cook in his own restaurant. This restaurant is still successfully trading today.

This move to Tin Can Bay is proving positive for Eric, with his menu at the Country Club appealing to locals and visitors.

“The fried duck is most popular as the skin is still crispy – very popular, with positive feedback from customers!”

“The boneless fried duck is a family recipe originated from my uncle, he had thirty years cooking experience in Australia. There is a choice of plum, peking lemon or sweet and sour sauce.”

Head Chef, Jo Cheah, does most of the cooking in the restaurant - she first learnt to cook in Japan twenty years ago. Jo came to Australia in 2000 and continued learning to cook from her brother who owned a restaurant on the Gold Coast.

Things are going well. “The food is good and I trust my Head Chef, Jo. I think our restaurant has been accepted into the community.

“We are listening to our customers, and always have room for improvements, and Eftpos is now being installed in the restaurant,” said Eric.

“My family run restaurants in Sydney and Newcastle, they taught me a system and how it goes. Including myself and family, we have ten restaurants - you can say it is a family thing and we share our experiences and that’s how we survive.” And thrive, it seems!

So book in a group for a banquet, or come in for the $12 lunch special and check out the improvements to the club whilst you are there!

Open seven days, 12 midday to 2pm and 5.30pm to 9pm, book today on 5486 4231.

New

baby

Jess Steele and partner Sam welcome Kyan Cossart (pictured at 2 1/2 weeks), a brother for Mason.

Congratulations - he’s adorable!

The family were snapped outside Prep at Tin Can Bay P-10 School.

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Great diving conditions at Wolf Rock W

E’VE HAD LOTS of wind but great diving conditions when venturing out to Wolf Rock this month, with our first manta ray sighting of the year this week.

Large numbers of grey nurse sharks continue to congregate and have moved into the shallower water, we’ve seen up to 30 sharks all week. The water visibility has been approximately 15m and a balmy 26 degrees.

We have seen an increase in leopard sharks recently, the normally bottomdwelling sharks have been free swimming amongst the grey nurses, which is a pretty

special sight.

During the day, grey nurse sharks are resting and seem in a trance-like state as they circle in slow rhythmical patterns.

These sharks need to constantly move to keep water running through their gills which allows them to breathe. They are at their most active and hunting at night, so during the day when we visit them they are essentially sleeping.

For bookings and more information please contact 07 5486 8004.

Leopard sharks sightings have increased

Dolphin report

by Norma Sanderson Volunteer

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HE DOLPHINS have been very regular and are putting on a show for the visitors with their antics.

Where else in Australia, or the world for that matter, can you have a couple of hours entertainment with wild dolphins for such a low cost of $10.

I have overheard visitors discussing the cost and they ”were adamant that the cost was not a problem as they would have had to pay big money to see such a wonderful display at SeaWorld or similar places”.

Unfortunately, there are still locals and visitors flouting the rules by feeding the dolphins at Carlo Point, Tin Can Bay boat ramp and from boats in the bay. This is an illegal practice and big fines will be

imposed. We ask locals not to encourage this as they themselves may receive a fine. Watch out, you could be captured on candid camera...

Because of these past practices the dolphins will take every opportunity to come to boats looking for a free feed, however, please respect the rules and take care of our very vulnerable dolphins.

It is not safe to have them around boats and boat ramps. One day you may be the cause of an injury or death of a dolphin.

Consider the dolphins not yourselves.

We do not set the rules, the Environmental, Heritage and Protection Agency sets the rules to allow us to showcase the dolphins to the public.

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Destination Gympie Region update T

HE TOURISM CHIEF at Gympie Regional Council has reported more initiatives ahead, on top of the many famils organised with different tourism businesses each month.

“I recently attended the International Media Marketplace in Sydney, where I had a day of meetings with journalists and a few bloggers. I targeted nature, adventure, activity and food writers.

“It was a full schedule from 9am until 5.30pm, with 23 appointments. The media profile of Rainbow Beach has increased significantly and has been a factor in the increase in visitation to

the region.

“In early March I will be in Brisbane for the Australian Tourism Export Council, where I will meet with a number of the inbound and wholesale tourism industry, and in April I will be at the Australian Tourism Exchange in Adelaide, which is the biggest networking and relationshipbuilding event for the year.

“I will have up to 100 meetings over four days, and will be joined by Rainbow Ocean Palms and Epic Ocean Adventures, plus the Mary Valley Rattler and Rainbow Beach Horse Rides will spend a day at ATE in meetings.”

Care Packs and Real Life CSI

Joan, Debbie, Dawn and Mark with some of the Care Pack items

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HE QUEENSLAND Country Women’s Association, in partnership with DV Connect Crisis Support, have been supplying hospitals and emergency services with ‘Care Packs.’

These packs contain useful toiletry items that are needed on a daily basis and are given to persons who have been through an experience that has left them without.

Packs include face washer, toothbrush and paste, soap, shampoo/conditioner and sanitary items. All goods have been donated by the community, QCWA continually collects these and more, so if you would like to contribute to this worthy cause then contact the Tin Can Bay Branch for a full list.

Each monthly meeting is concluded with a guest speaker. This month we are being given an insight into the forensic science field by the Queensland Police Service.

Information may include evidence identification and collection which will be a real life example, not like the TV shows beamed into our living rooms. These

presentations are open to the public, so if you would like to join us come along at 11.30am to the meeting room at 18 Whiting Street in Tin Can Bay. For more information on anything QCWA, contact Branch President Joan Barnier on 5486 4640 or 0488 979 241.

Craft and Coffee March 7 at the QCWA meeting room.

Casual craft and social interaction, 10am start, morning tea included. All donations go to Diabetes Australia.

General Meeting March 14 at the QCWA meeting room.

Starts at 9am with forensic science guest speaker at 11.30am.

HOY! March 21 at the QCWA meeting room.

Playing card-based mind exercises with a chance of winning prizes. $5 includes first board, lucky door ticket and morning tea. Kettle on 9am, games from 10am-12pm.

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Creative Cuts Angela Easson at the Country Club Angela Easson is a vibrant, up-and-coming singer/songwriter.

Blitzing Australia’s modern country scene with her hardearned reputation for mixing infectious melodies with her intensely personal lyrics, Angela is rightly regarded as a rising star.

Angela began singing country in the idyllic Mount Gambier region, before moving to Adelaide. She started playing with the Onkaparinga Big Band, adding blues and jazz influences into her repertoire, shortly before branching off into other musical endeavours.

Angela was named as the 2010 Entertainer of the Year by the Norfolk Island Country Music Festival.

See Angela perform Friday March 2 at the Tin Can Bay Country Club.

Three months of music

Gympie Poet Slam

Music Plus brings you talents, young and old. New folks moving into the area have expressed a wish to be included in the programme, and some of our own local guys and girls will be there giving their best, as usual.

Don’t miss the last Thursday of these following three months at the Veterans’ and Community Hall, Cooloola Cove on the corner of Nautilus Drive and Santa Maria Court in Cooloola Cove.

We look forward to another wonderful season of music of all genres, funny stories and a good laugh with friends.

Any further information contact Pam 0427 180 649 or sykapalua@spiderweb.com.au

Celebrate World Poetry Day and submit a poem to be read by yourself or a staff member. You can win a prize!

Visit Gympie Library 3.30pm-4.30pm on Wednesday 21 March.

Children and adults are invited to grab an entry form from Gympie Library and submit it with your poem for a poetry recital with a difference.

You can choose between submitting your poem to be read by library staff or perform it yourself. Poems must be no longer than two minutes when read.

Prizes awarded to performers on the day; best giggle, bravest child award, and people’s choice award.

Easter is live at Coffee Rocks

Enjoy live music nights on the Easter Weekend and every Friday and Saturday through the holiday period. Local musician and vocalist, Joel Mak, performs on Good Friday.

Mark uses his acoustic guitar, with a variety of effects and a looping station, to build multiple sounds, rhythms and harmonies.

Mark performs an extensive list of covers and originals, old and new, with influences from Kings of Leon and Pink Floyd, to John Butler and INXS. He also performs his original songs.

Alice Jensen, grand finalist for the Aristocrat Country Entertainer of the Year is back in Coffee Rocks on Easter Saturday.

See Shades of Grey

Gallery is 20 years!

Gympie Regional Gallery is hosting a birthday party to celebrate 20 years and you are invited!

The Birthday Party will feature interactive print making workshops, circus skills workshops with Terry the Great, slime experiences with the Magnificent Slime Queen, Clay Monsters, clay activities and magic Lightbox tracing. Food stalls and drinks available.

From 2.30pm-6.00pm relax on the Gallery veranda with live folk music from the Barley Shakes (pictured) and life drawing between 3 – 5pm with a burlesque model. Tasty tapas will be available and cash bar.

No bookings are required, just come along to 39 Nash Street. www.gympie.qld.gov.au

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Shades of Grey is a Sunshine Coast rock band that is the combination of two long-term associations.

Mike and Eddy started playing together in 1965 in Sydney and were runners up in 1967 as part of the Hoadley’s national ‘Battle of the Sounds’.

After avoiding each other for almost 20 years, a chance meeting at Circular Quay led to them playing together again.

Simon and Craig have played together on a regular basis over the past 20 years.

Simon is still currently playing with The Remedy, and Craig played as part of coast duo, Sauce.

Enjoy this band on Saturday March 31 at the Tin Can Bay Country Club.

Creative Cuts Enter a portrait

The Cooloola Coast Art Group is for anyone

Tin Can Bay hosts Graeme Jensen

From beginners to experienced, interested in painting, drawing or sketching in any medium: oils, acrylics, watercolour, pastels, charcoal, pen and ink - see what the art group offers.

Come along and try our fortnightly life drawing classes, Wednesdays February 14 & 28, and Tuesday drawing group.

Date claimer: Attention artists and photographers, the highly acclaimed Cooloola Coast Art Show and Photography Competition is on again July 27, 28 and 29 at the Tin Can Bay Country Club.

To find out more call Kerri Southern: 0438 803 990

Join Coolabay Choir

The Bendigo Bank Andrew Fisher Portrait Prize is a biennial competition in the manner of the Archibald Prize and subjects must be distinguished and living in the State of Queensland.

Competition entry is $25, with $8250 in prize money to be won.

Drop in to the Gympie Gallery at 39 Nash Street to pick up an entry form, or download one online by March 28 here: https://www.gympie.qld.gov.au/bendigo-bankandrew-fisher-portrait-prize Contact Gympie Regional Gallery on 07 5481 0733 or email gallery@gympie.qld.gov.au

Barlight in Tin Can Bay

Come and join this very happy band of singers, who perform harmoniously together.

Music is provided but help is given to improve your reading of it, if needed.

All voices are covered but we could always benefit from more Sopranos, Altos, Tenors, and Basses.

Further information from Pam 0427 180 649 or sykapalua@spiderweb.com.au

Graeme is an accomplished singer/songwriter and producer who was nominated as Queensland club entertainer of the year for 2006.

Graeme is currently working a on a brand new album with some exciting new material, co-writing with Swedish songwriter Lars.E.Carlson.

His Talent ant good fortune has seen him perform at Tamworth, the Gympie Muster, and the Gore Country Music Festival in New Zealand.

He’s also had the honour of supporting Beccy Cole, Gina Jefferys, Chad Morgan, Tania and Lee Kernaghan, Adam Harvey and The Wolverines. See him live at the Country Club on March 23.

Orchestra at Tin Can Bay

Barlight began to shine in 2015 when Bundaberg-based musicians, Kane and Paula Gray, developed their own musical partnership.

Paula and Kane are no strangers to the live music scene, having graced many stages over the past 20 years. With wide musical influences, their repertoire includes proven crowd-pleasers from country through to classic rock.

Some of Barlights highlights to date include supporting Phoebe Jay on the main stage at the Gympie Muster in 2016 and performing at Brewfest in 2017. And they are in Tin Can Bay, at the Country Club, Friday March 16 - see you there!

The popular Cooloola Community Orchestra will be performing at the Community Complex on Sunday, March 25, the concert starting at 2pm.

The orchestra has had an influx of new embers and is happy to show off a brand new repertoire, which will include Phantom of the Opera.

The Gympie Strings have also added to their numbers and include the Habanera from the opera Carmen in their repertoire. They will also include an item they will perform at the ‘Music for Lent’ concert at the Anglican Church, Gympie, the Friday before this concert.

Tickets at the door: adults $15, pensioners $12, children $5, family with children $30.

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Let’s grow our volunteers and bring funds to the coast

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OOLOOLA CONNECT Volunteer Managers Meeting is a quarterly meeting brought together by Gympie Region Volunteer Centre, a project of Cooloola Human Services network, and the Gympie Regional Council.

Carley O’Donnell from the Gympie Region Volunteer Centre said, “These meetings aim to provide a quality networking and skills development opportunity for volunteer managers, coordinators and organisations within the Gympie and Cooloola Coast region, with the main objective being volunteer management.

“The March meeting will provide you with a grant writing workshop conducted

by Jules Delgado, Manager of Gympie Meals on Wheels and grants writer

extraordinaire.

“It is a chance to meet with other volunteer managers on the Cooloola Coast - collaborate and receive free skills development.”

Gympie Region Volunteer Centre invites all volunteer-based organisations to come along to our meetings to help grow and improve volunteerism in the Cooloola Coast region.

“Our first meeting will be held in the Tin Can Bay RSL club, 45 Gympie Road, Tin Can Bay, Wednesday March 14 10am -12noon.“ Light refreshments supplied.

Future dates include June 13, September 12 and December 12 across towns on the Cooloola Coast.

Please ensure that you RSVP to this

meeting for catering purposes and please share this with your networks and invite fellow Cooloola Coast Organisations to come along.

Registration is essential, please contact Carley at volunteer@chsn.org.au or call 0408 992 822.

Volunteers Eileen Hollyoak, Gabriella Field, Lynette Cunningham from the TCB Resource Centre and Deb and Jim George welcome Carley O’Donnell from the Gympie Region Volunteer Centre (centre) and plan to attend the first meeting at Tin Can Bay on March 14

Bingo success!

Cheryl Zunic, Treasurer - Tel 5486 8070

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HERE WAS A great turnout for the Cooloola Coast Local Ambulance Committee’s inaugural bingo session at Rainbow Beach last month. A large number of RB residents turned up to make the morning a success, as well as players from Tin Can Bay and Cooloola Cove.

The morning was enjoyed by all and the feedback has been very positive, with many people indicating that they will definitely attend the next session.

Further sessions are planned for the first Monday of the month, so be ready on March 5, April 2 and subsequent monthly Mondays at the same venue, the Rainbow Beach Community Hall commencing at 9.30am.

All profits from the bingo games go to support the local Ambulance Service.

So do come along for a fun, social morning.

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Over 60s sample local flavours

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LARGE NUMBER of members rolled up to the first Over 60s meeting for the year, held at the Surf Club.

Over coffee and scones we had our usual natter and exchange of news and everyone’s doings. Suggestions for future outings were put forward and planning set in motion.

On a scorching hot February day our group visited Kin Kin, a town renowned for its great food and scenery. The drive through the windy green hillside, passed homesteads and cattle resting under trees didn’t disappoint.

The name Kin Kin is most widely believed to mean plenty black ants very

common in the area.

After lunch at the Black Ant Café, the heat, unfortunately, didn’t encourage us to explore the township and appreciate its history, but nevertheless everyone enjoyed the outing and the fellowship.

Also last month, members attended a concert at the Brolga Theatre in Maryborough to relive the songs of Neil Diamond.

The next outing planned on March 13 is for a scenic drive to Kenilworth and a visit to the milk factory for cheese tasting, and the group meet again at the Surf Club on the first Tuesday morning of the month.

CLEAN UP

AUSTRALIA DAY

SUNDAY 4 MARCH COOLOOLA COVE Cooloola Cove Residents and Friends Meet at the Centenary Federation Park at 8am Open to the public with a free BBQ afterward TIN CAN BAY Tin Can Bay Fishing Club Meet at the playground opposite the Tin Can Bay Library at 8am Open to the public with a free BBQ afterward INSKIP POINT Clean up on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 March Meet at MV Natone, 7am - 8am Free camping for participants with a free BBQ and bottled water PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY

Over 60s members Dorothy Pascoe, Therese Skuthorpe, Margret Cudahy, Sabine Deimel and Sandra Sykes braved the 36-degree heat lunching at the Black Ants Café, Kin Kin - the weather should be more forgiving for their March trip to Kenilworth

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Rainbow Beach Police Beat

by Senior Constable Mick Emery

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HERE ARE SOME things that just can’t be believed without photographic evidence…which is why when I saw a bunch of smurfs at Inskip recently, I made sure to take the photograph – who would have believed it otherwise?

The great thing about smurfs is that they care about each other - and these guys were no exception: four of them were taking good care of Papa Smurf (centre) to make sure he had an enjoyable buck’s weekend...and from what I saw it was all good clean fun...

Unfortunately, only two hundred metres further along the beach I came across the Inskip Point equivalent of Gargamel – a grumpy Nissan Patrol-driving pest who seemed intent on disrupting everyone else’s day at the beach.

This guy had already made his debut on

Library

the Facebook page I got bogged at Inskip Point – by deliberately driving his car into the old sinkhole where it stalled and filled up with water. Initially it looked set to become yet another Pelican Bay shipping hazard, until a passer-by winched it out.

Not content with this, Gargamel somehow managed to get the old Patrol running, and proceeded to drive through the surf on his way back up the beach... which is where he was stopped for a breath test and licence check.

Let’s just say that the word ‘licence’ was a foreign concept to Gargamel, who now faces a court appearance for driving without one.

While pests like this become subject to penalties from a Magistrate’s Court, they would also do well to take notice of the court of public opinion – how their

Papa Smurf spotted at Inskip Point

actions are viewed by other members of the community. They could get an insight into their unpopularity by reading the comments on the I got bogged at Inskip Point Facebook page mentioned above.

This page also recently showed the effectiveness of social media at crime prevention – with footage of a campground thief being shared and shamed. With so

Happenings

Tech Savvy Seniors – The Internet Be part of the technology revolution and join one of our Tech Savvy Seniors sessions with your laptop, tablet or smartphone.

During March learn how to navigate the world wide web and distinguish reputable websites and reliable information online, with tips on searching and web browser use.

many mobile phones in circulation, even a remote area like Inskip Point can effectively have a network of cameras available, and such footage can be invaluable to police.

So, keep your cameras at the ready; you might capture valuable information about a crime being committed, or you might get rare footage of smurfs at the beach (either of which will be loved by social media!).

Visit us at: www.gympie.qld.gov.au/library Tin Can Bay Library Thursday March 15, 2-4pm – phone 5486 4355.

Rainbow Beach Library Thursday March 15, 10am-12noon – phone 5486 3705.

First5Forever First 5 Forever storytime is an interactive program for preschool children and babies featuring songs, rhymes, stories and craft.

This is a free event conducted in a

Rainbow Beach Ph: 5486 3705

Tin Can Bay Ph: 5486 4355

Monday and Thursday 9.30am – 12.30pm Wednesday and Friday 2pm – 5pm Saturday 9am – 12 noon

Monday and Wednesday 9am – 12.30pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am – 5pm Saturday 8.30am – 11.30am

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relaxed atmosphere with a focus on fun for all preschool children, babies and their caregivers.

Sessions are held weekly at all libraries, Join us at Tin Can Bay Library on Thursdays, 9.30am-10.30am and Rainbow Beach Library on Mondays, 10am-11am.

The Computer School Did you know that as a member of Gympie Regional Libraries you have access to thecomputerschool – Technology Training Directory.

Thecomputerschool is an online computer training organisation that specialises in online computer education.

The Technology Training Directory

contains thousands of comprehensive technology training tutorials, with more continually being added.

Tutorials have been developed by the original program/app manufacturers or other selected third parties and include easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions covering an extensive and varied range of “How do I ?” learning topics including; Computer and Internet basics, Windows, Office, Apple and Android tablets, Google, Gmail, Social Media... and so much more.

To access thecomputerschool go to the library website and click on Resources, then The Computer School. Then simply enter your library membership number (found on your library card) to access the tutorials.

Discos and winners for

YAP

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ADY LUCK HAS struck twice on Cooloola Coast Youth Activity Project money boards. Pam Smith won two prizes on the same day, so you just never know when the numbers will be in your favour. Take a chance at winning $50 cash by buying a square at the Tin Can Bay and Cooloola Cove YAP market stall.

Fundraising has provided the next round of insurance coverage and activities. Thank you to everyone who has donated items or supported the busking hat. If you have unwanted goods then give Jess a call to arrange pick up. Contributions raise funds to encourage, support and empower the next generation.

As well as encouraging youth to be part of the YAP team for Clean Up Australia Day on March 4, they invite you to: 10 – Belly Good 10-11am at the Cooloola Cove Veterans and Community Hall. A light hearted morning that will get your tummy moving!

31 – Easter Craft 10am-2pm at the Easter Fair in the Tin Can Bay Community Complex.

Want a chance to dress up as your favourite hero or villain? On Saturday

Grinning YAP winner Pam Smith with YAP volunteer Linda Meehan

March 24 put on your best outfit and dance the night away from 5pm – 8.30pm at the Tin Can Bay Community Complex. $5 entry includes a snag, zooper dooper, glowstick, lucky door ticket and water all night.

There will be awards for the best and most original costumes, games and competitions. Grab your mates and have some fun!

All YAP enquiries email cooloolacoastyap@gmail.com or contact Jess Milne on 0411 218 254.

More great images and daily updates on: www.facebook.com/RainbowBeachCommunityNews/

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Coastcare introduces new Coordinator

T The ups and downs of

Downloading

By Julie Hartwig, Tin Can Bay Camera Club

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HEN YOU TAKE photos they are digitally recorded on your camera’s memory card. With current digital technology, memory cards are capable of storing thousands of photos.

Apart from minimising the loss of photos by accidental deletion, memory cards perform better if they have plenty of empty “writing” space, so regularly moving the photos from the card to your computer is a good habit to get into. This procedure is called Downloading.

There are two ways this can be done: 1. Card Reader: This requires removing the memory card from the camera and inserting in your computer’s card reader slot. This is the preferred method for downloading because the card connects directly to the computer without photo data being transferred via a cable. It’s also faster.

The big negative is that you can forget to remove the card from the computer and return it to the camera, resulting in a “No Card” error message the next time you use your camera! This is why

Above: Cathy Reed’s ‘Raindrops’ gained an A Grade Highly Commended award at our Camera Club

it’s a good idea to carry a spare card!

My tip for avoiding this - leave the card slot cover open when the card is out.

This serves as a reminder to put the card back.

2. USB Cable: This requires connecting the camera to a computer with a USB cable. This is an alternative method for downloading and while it is slower because the camera-computer connection is not direct, if you’re forgetful, at least the card remains in the camera!

Happy snapping – more next month!

The Tin Can Bay Camera Club’s next meeting: 1pm, Wednesday March 21 at TCB Library. For more information about club activities and to view members’ images, visit www.tincanbaycameraclub.wix.com/tcbcamera-club.

HE NEW COMMITTEE of Cooloola Coastcare (pictured) was elected at their recent Annual General Meeting. Rainbow Beach resident, Dr. Lindy Orwin, has been appointed the new Coordinator. She has a background in project management, research, community engagement and STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths).

Lindy is a diver, sailor, kayaker and bushwalker. Her passion for the outdoors makes her an advocate for the environment.

Lindy is looking forward to working with keen volunteers who want to help care for and learn more about the beautiful Cooloola area.

Maree Prior, the previous Coordinator (now at the Burnett Mary River Group) remains as Vice President. Coastcare is extremely grateful to Maree for her work over many years.

By leading projects and securing funding to support the work of the volunteers, Maree led many projects to protect and enhance the natural environment of this unique region of coastal Australia. Cooloola Coastcare is looking forward to establishing new projects and partnerships in 2018.

Have you attended one of their presentations by awardwinning Coastcare member and underwater videographer Josh Jensen? As part of the Cooloola Underwater Biodiversity Assessment (CUBA) project, Josh has been sharing his amazing video of the underwater wildlife of the Tin Can Bay inlet.

The diversity of interesting creatures

that live out of sight underwater in our estuaries has surprised many viewers.

More presentations will be held in the coming months in our region.

Website http://www.cooloolacoastcare. org.au/events Contacts: 0478 039 322 admin@ cooloolacoastcare.org.au

Dr Lindy Orwin, new Coordinator for Cooloola Coastcare started with the organization as a volunteer with the Waterwatch project monitoring water quality

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SCHOOL NEWS

Tin Can Bay P-10 School “reboots”

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HANK YOU TO the many parents and families who met with teachers and talked with us about our Reboot strategies at our first community event of the year.

A take home Reboot pack was available for every school family.

If you couldn’t make it, please pop in to the office to collect yours. Our Reboot packs contain a brief outline of our school processes, plus a handy fridge magnet of the five faces.

Look out in March for Prep-Year 6 parent/teacher interviews, Crazy Hair Day, fun runs, Cross Country and the Easter Bonnet Parade - all the dates are in the What’s On page.

Age

Female

Male

9 Madison Blake 10 Paris

Aidan

11 Chloe

Balin

12 Keisha

Jake

13

Courtney

Blake

14

Chloe & Chloe Nelson

15 Anna

Jarrod

16 Tim Open: Paris

Nelson

Swimming Carnival Over 200 students participated, demonstrating awesome house spirit and encouragement for competitors.

Congratulations to Tuncan, who won the first event for the year.

Congratulations also to our individual competitors and Age Champions. A special mention must be made of Paris Reibel.

Paris won first in freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly and backstroke. Which makes her Age Champion.

Paris also went up in Open Age Champion against kids up to grade 10.

She is in grade 5. Paris won Open in breaststroke and butterfly, then won the individual medley! Awesome effort Paris!

A big thank you to Rebecca Reibel, Yvonne Jensen and Kristy Yates for their help with our food stall at the Swimming Carnival.

With your help we raised $337.30!

meeting on Tuesday, March 20 in Admin building at 6pm.

Our P&C has grown from strength to strength over the last 3 years, and with such strong membership and Executive Strengths, I am confident that we will achieve great things this year.

Canteen The P&C is urgently calling for volunteers who would be willing to commit to regular, rostered canteen duty.

Without this volunteer base, it is unlikely that we will be unable to run a weekly canteen service.

If you are keen to see the canteen up and running and have a couple of hours free on a Thursday, can you please contact the school with your details.

Up against teens as old as 15 years, Paris Reibel from Year 5 was both Open Age Champion, as well 10 year Age Champion

P&C News The P&C AGM was held on Tuesday evening, which included the nomination and election of the Executive team.

Congratulations to Jodi Naulty (President), Megan O’Driscoll (Secretary) and Annette Bailey (Treasurer). Anyone interested in the Vice President position is welcome and invited to join us at our next

Congratulations Swimming Age Champions!

Xanthe-Leigh and friends at last year’s Crazy Hair Day - it’s on again March 23 20 – Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News – March 2018

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SCHOOL NEWS

Fitness, fun and feats for Rainbow students

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S OF DAY 8 of the 2018 school year, Rainbow Beach State School’s enrolment numbers were 92. As our Prep/1 class has 26 students, I have decided to split the year ones from the preps on three mornings a week.

Mrs Margetts will teach the year ones, concentrating on reading, writing and number. Mrs Chamberlain will deliver the Prep curriculum on these mornings, before the preps and years ones join back together after morning tea.

This decision will allow our prep to year 3 students the best opportunity to reach their learning outcomes. We will re-assess this program at the end of semester one.

Thursday Breakfast and Fitness Club has

had good numbers attending. Students have been put through their paces using a variety of aerobic fitness activities and games.

At the last parade of term on March 29, the Excellicans (pronounced Excell I Cans) (Class 4/5) will put on a special performance to celebrate the term, plus the Easter raffle is drawn.

So parents, tell the grandparents and aunties - we hope to see you there!

Vouchers earn Lego We would like to say a huge ‘thank you’ to our community for saving your Woolworths vouchers during the Earn and Learn promotion.

Our school was able to purchase some new Lego which arrived last month and has caused great e x c i t e m e n t amongst the children.

They really enjoy spending their lunch times in the library creating with Lego.

Thanks to all the community Earn and Learn donations, our students are thrilled with the new Lego!

Image supplied

Above: Both breakfast and fitness club have a strong attendance each Thursday morning from 7am at Rainbow Beach State School Right: Jonah and Wylie help themselves to brekky, thanks to volunteers Leanne Bosse and Sarah Booth (Rainbow Beach Learn to Surf)

P&C needs a new treasurer The “Annual General Meeting” (AGM) for the P&C is on March 14. This is where all the committee members are voted back in for the year. Treasurer Zaneta Fitzgerald will be resigning and hopes someone would put their hand up for the role.

Zaneta assures, “I will go through everything and teach you what needs to be done. It’s set up so that it doesn’t take a lot of your time.”

This year, President Kirstie Jordison says the P&C would like to build a database of community and parent volunteers.

In March alone, there’s a Welcome BBQ, Free Dress day for Saint Patrick’s Day, Easter Raffle (see the What’s On page),

COOLOOLA’S

and of course Thursday Brekky and Fitness club are back up and running. A massive thank you to Sarah Booth, Annie Kingsley and Leanne Bosse.

It would not be possible without them!

They say it would be lovely to see heaps of people at the AGM. At 2.45pm in the Staff Room. Ask Cate (school admin) in the office for directions.

Find out more: pandc@rainbowbeachss. eq.edu.au

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your Community Get involved in the Community Centre T

HE RAINBOW BEACH Community Centre committee have had a successful month: on top of their regular duties, they have been supporting the Ambulance Committee with bingo, new weekly table tennis sessions and have plans for preserving our history.

If you would like to help them, come to the Community Centre AGM 10am on Tuesday March 20.

The AGM agenda will include: • Consideration of annual financial statement and auditors report • Election of management committee, being President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer • Other business as nominated Nominations for management committee positions should be made in writing to the Secretary, CIRS, PO Box 306, Rainbow Beach 4581, or dropped into the Community Centre by March 7.

Participation is open to financial

members and it is a great opportunity for residents to influence the potential the Community Centre can have in supporting the community. Nominations must be proposed by two financial members and be accepted by the nominee.

Joining is $5 and can be done at the Centre 9.30am to 3.30pm Monday to Friday and 9.30am to 12.30pm Saturdays.

Pictured is Carmel Darcey, one of the centre’s enthusiastic volunteers.

Will the Victory Hampers continue?

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E NEED YOUR support! Last October saw the reintroduction of Victory Hampers, which proved to be a great success and we were happy that we were able to continue in 2018.

But unfortunately we haven’t had your support for the Victory Hampers this year.

We have decided to take orders until Easter, but if we don’t get the support from the community we will have to stop the hampers, which will be a great shame as we have just got the service up and running.

Orders taken on Mondays and Tuesdays between 9am and noon for delivery on Wednesdays at noon approx.

They are great value at a cost of only $35 to purchase or available with a Current Income Statement from Centrelink.

On a brighter side the meditation/ relaxation classes have had a great response and will be extending their classes to include a Friday morning 9-10am; the Wednesday evening class is 6pm-7pm.

Please call Jennifer Reynolds on 0419 547 268 to reserve a place.

The office will be closed on Monday and Tuesday April 2 and 3, and reopening on Monday April 9.

Office Hours: Monday 9 a m -1 2p m , Tuesday 9am-12pm, Wednesday 12pm Victory Hamper pickup only, Thursday closed, Friday, closed.

We are also needing volunteers with office experience, thank you. The Tin Can Bay Resource and Referral Centre is located at the rear of the library, Tin Can Bay, 4580. Phone: 0400 741 951.

A pizza night for Toastmasters A

T EVERY meeting of Cooloola Coast Toastmasters, we are given a word and challenged to use it that evening. Roma recently gave us ‘enlighten’ (to pass on knowledge) and Toastmasters would like to pass on our knowledge to help overcome the fear of public speaking.

We know the feeling of butterflies the size of elephants filling our tummies when we try to speak at a function or public meetings, or even a job interview. We also know how to chase them away and let our voice be heard!

Members, Marie Parker and Linda Fewtrell (pictured), invite you to a Pizza Night at the Snack Shack from 6.30pm on March 12. Come toast the garlic bread, enjoy supreme speeches, and blast those butterflies away with pepperoni pizza!

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If you can’t make it that night we meet on the second and fourth Mondays, usually at the Tin Can Bay Library at 6.30pm, for a prompt 7pm start. Like to know more? Contact us or come to our Pizza Night - RSVP Linda 0400 144 629 by Friday 9/3/18.

Cooloola City Farm City Farm, opposite the Community Centre, on Tin Can Bay Road, is open to the public for plant sales on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8am-3pm, 07 5486 2304, ccfni09@gmail.com

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HE TUCKEROO (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) is our plant of the month. This small-tomedium evergreen tree (8 15m) occurs from the central coast of New South Wales to northern Australia.

It has many appealing characteristics, such as its glossy green leaves, rounded shape and bird-attracting fruit. The noninvasive roots make it a popular choice for landscaping and street planting. They are a good shade tree and can be kept in shape with pruning.

Tuckeroos grow very well in this area.

They are hardy, can cope with coastal conditions, including sea spray and are able to grow in most soil types. Their major dislike is wet feet.

A sunny spot is best, but shade is tolerated. In good conditions, they are fast growing and long living. They are a good choice for regenerating bushland.

Tuckeroo flowers are small and cream, arriving in autumn to winter, but it is the fruit that catches the eye. Beginning

Plant of the month: Tuckeroo

as green, the three-lobed fruit become orange and eventually open to reveal fleshy red berries containing a black seed.

These berries are popular with birds and other wildlife.

In terms of care, mulching and watering in the establishment phase is important, followed by occasional use of native slow release fertiliser as the tree matures.

Tin Can Bay Quilters

Linda Pottle with a Dresden Plate quilt

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ELL, WE HAVE all come back to quilting refreshed from our break, even though the weather has been hot and humid we have had quite a good roll up of ladies each week.

Some ladies who have not been for a while, it’s really great to see you, and also some new members.

We have some small projects to do in the next few weeks: a rotary cutter holder, scissor cases, and Jo is teaching a class for a insert for your handbag, so that when you change handbags you can just pull the insert out and transfer everything to another bag.

Not only do we make quilts of all shapes and sizes, we do make smaller items such as bags, cup holders, table runners, and

placemats. It does not have to be a quilt you make if you want to come and join us.

You do not need an expensive machine if you are learning, just a straight sewing machine is good enough. We have quite a few interesting projects in the year, as well as a few bus trips, so please come along.

We are always looking for new members and we are a friendly group! If you have never done patchwork or would like to learn to sew, please join us, there is always someone to help you.

We meet on Tuesdays at 9am at the Community Complex, corner of Tin Can Bay Road and Bayside Drive, next door to the Cooloola Bowls Club.

Contact Jacquie Cross on 5486 4468.

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IN BRIEF Donations flying into Men’s Shed

Annmarie Van Oirschot will shave to help Bella Allan, and other children with leukaemia and their families

Annmarie going #baldforbella Ex-Rainbow daughter, Annmarie Van Oirschot, now works in Gympie and this month is going in to the World’s Greatest Shave for her little friend Bella Allan.

Raising money for the Leukaemia Foundation, her hair comes off 4pm, March 17 at the Jockey Club Gympie.

Said her mum Maree, “Bella’s father Troy trained to be a concreter under John before we moved to Queensland. John also coached Troy’s AFL football team.”

Bella is only nine years old and lives on the Mornington Peninsula; for Annmarie, it is “a cause very close to my heart”.

Follow the link and drop a few dollars, every cent helps! #fightforbella https://worldsgreatestshave.com/ https://secure.leukaemiafoundation. org. au/regis tr ant /Fundr aisingPage. aspx?RegistrationID=701074

Before the Tin Can Bay Community and Men’s Shed can be hooked up to sewerage and water, a Hydraulic Engineer had to be employed for the design work.

This report has been paid for and submitted to Gympie Council along with the application for the sewerage and water connection.

We have received a complete kitchen as new, ceiling fans, lights, switches, shower screen and wash basin, chrome handrails, mixer taps, plus other fittings.

We have been donated framing timber from Hyne to construct the framing for the walls for the kitchen, office and toilets.

A table saw and office desk and drawers, lounges, outdoor seating, and a dart board have also been donated.

The grey paint for the floor has been donated by a member, and many thanks go to that member. A big thank you must go to ALL the people who have given donations to the shed!

Kevin from Wallu Nursery will be starting work shortly on the landscaping.

The President will be contacting members by phone for working bees.

Next meeting 10am March 3. The raffle is being drawn on March 3, please bring your raffle books, only a few outstanding.

For information please phone the President Brian Lindfield, 54862835.

Bridge resumes at the Community Centre Bridge is up and running again after the holiday break. Play commences at 9.30am every Friday in the meeting room at the Community Centre.

All welcome to play, both beginners and experienced players. Call 54868 683 for further information.

Lioness Club closes

from Lyn Smith/Secretary It is with sadness that I have to inform the Community of Cooloola Coast of the closure of the Lioness Club of Tin Can Bay. We sincerely thank everyone for your support over the past eleven years. It has been a pleasure and an honour to serve this wonderful community.

Cathy House is a Lions Project, any inquiries regarding this can be directed to Pat Green, President Lions Club, Tin Can Bay, email: tincanbaylions@gmail.com We would like to wish every Club and Association all the very best with your future endeavours.

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Report TV reception issues Carol Fischer from Rainbow Beach is concerned that many residents do not have this phone number to report TV reception problems, or are aware that they can report the issue.

“The problem has been ongoing since the new tower was installed in Rainbow Beach, we rang Channel 7 because they were not on air at the time and were told by them to phone WIN Television, as they had the contract to maintain Rainbow Beach and Cooloola Cove towers.”

The phone number is located on the WIN TV home page: 5409 4799.

Rainbow Beach seems to have more outages than Cooloola Cove, the last time we rang WIN TV regarding an outage they said they had not had many reports from Rainbow Beach, as most people would not know who to contact, so thought if more people knew where to report an outage the quicker the problem could be repaired.

School policy manages mobiles There has been much discussion in the media about whether or not mobile phones should be banned at school. Tin Can Bay P-10 State School’s policy on the use of personal technology devices reflects the importance the school places on students utilising personal technology appropriately, ethically and legally in a school setting.

It recognises the multiple uses of mobile phones and similar personal technology devices and the place they hold in society and in the lives of young people.

The policy also recognises the role of schools is learning and teaching and the potential distraction and disruption for learning and positive relationships between students, if use is not appropriate.

Mobile phones, if necessary at school and supported by a parent /caregiver, are permitted but under strict guidelines which reflect the three school agreements - Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be a Learner.

Whilst mobile phones and similar devices are not banned for use at school, they are not permitted to be used in classrooms or in moving between lessons. They may only be used in class under the explicit direction of a teacher for specific and justifiable educational purposes.

TCB policy reflects accepted norms which have similar restrictions, such as airlines, motor vehicles and cinemas.

Mobile phones must be in airplane mode or turned off and out of sight if taken into class. This includes accessories which accompany phones such as headphones.

Mobile phones and accessories can be confiscated if they are used inappropriately.

The school does not accept responsibility or liability if a personal technology device is lost, stolen or damaged or used unethically or illegally at school.

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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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to Inskip Point and crossing in the barge.

The island is 123Flying km long and covers Rainbow Beach Services offer an a area 166,038toha, so you needbut to allow dailyofservice Fraser Island, prior plenty of time explore and appreciate it. bookings are torequired.

Remember that www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/fraser/index going independently, a permit is required and is available fromholidaying the National Parks Unless you intend on Fraser Offi ce.

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

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.

January “Brushes by the Sea” Rainbow

January Beach Art & Craft Festival

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

Australia DayCooloola celebrations February Crocs Swimming

Headland and Rainbow Shores

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

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

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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

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.

Shores promotion the 668 Cooloola Coast Social Golf through Club (0429 255) stages Visitor’s Guide. regular competitions. A picturesque course atThe Tin guide Can Bay allnext golf addicts willalso be attracts updated month from this area. to include all our current advertisers.

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Carnival April Anzac Day Parade Clean Australia Day Race MayUp Bay to Bay Yacht June/July Rainbow Beach Family April Fishing Classic July 4-12 CCR&F Easter Fair August Rainbow Beach Triathlon Anzac Day Parade Rainbow Beach Lion’s Club Annual Kite Festival May September Tin Can Bay Seafood Bay to Bay Yacht Race Festival October Rainbow Beach Invitations July Fours Bowls Tournament Rainbow Family Fishing Tin CanBeach Bay Ambulance FlowerClassic Show October Rainbow Beach Nippers September Carnival TinNovember Can Bay Seafood Festival Rainbow Beach/Trail Runs December Tin Can Bay Foreshore October Family Nights Tin Can Bay Ambulance Flower Show Rainbow Beach Lions Club Twilight Rainbow Invitations FoursMarkets Bowls Christmas Beach Concert and Afternoon Tournament “The Tents” Rainbow Beach Holiday Program Beach Nippers Carnival Rainbow See our What’s On page for more on December Things to Do. Suggestions, amendments or to add yourConcerts business to the visitor guide Christmas please call 07 5486 3561 or email info@ Tin Can Bay Foreshore Family Nights rbcn.com.au .

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Sleepy Lagoon Hotel/Motel Thanks to Queensland Parks and www.tincanbayhotelmotel.com.au Wildlife Service for their assistance.

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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

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Fishing, Boating & the Great Outdoors

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

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I ALL. Well, it’s been a tough month with miserable weather conditions and of course some big swell.

Unfortunately the majority of our trips were cancelled and I found myself putting the nail bag back on and picking up the paintbrush again, of course right in the middle of a heat wave and boy hasn’t it been a scorcher.

A couple of trips we did manage to get in found us going wide and gathering a good mixed bag made of red emperor, snapper, pearl and Moses perch, sweetlip, husser, parrot, wrass and cod.

Actually, for this time of the year we have been catching exceptionally good fish; fingers crossed that when this weather settles down we can have a good run and continue with great fishing.

Along the beaches has been difficult due to the weed hanging about and now with it looking Above: Sipple boys got amongst quality snapper on Baitrunner Right: Nigel with another great Rainbow Beach snapper

much cleaner I’m looking forward to the start of the Taylor run and a few nice Jew as surf fishing is still a favourite.

‘Til next month stay cool.

Cheers Mat

Fishing, Boating & the Great Outdoors

Come to a Coastguard Open Day C

OAST GUARD Tin Can Bay is throwing open their doors and boats for the public to take advantage of a “behind-thescenes tour” of their base and vessels. Join crew members in practical tasks and learn about knot tying, rope splicing and how to use heaving lines in fun activities.

If you have a vessel (ranging from jet-skis, dinghies, power boats or yachts), they are offering a FREE Safety Check to make sure you comply with regulations, depending on the type and area of operation of your vessel. And yes, there will be a free sausage sizzle. So come along 11am – 1pm on Sunday March 18.

A very successful Bar Crossing and White Water Techniques course was run last month with 15 participants, including members of Hervey Bay VMR. Vital information and skills were passed on by Master Instructor, L.C. Sutton.

The Wide Bay Bar did its best to impress everyone with several realising that discretion was better than valour, and will finalise their bar crossing practicals on a future date, under supervision of experienced skippers and boat crews.

More courses are in the What’s On pages.

QF17 also thank the members of the public in supporting their fundraising activities during the month. Whether it was supporting them at the Friday evening raffles at the Country Club, purchasing raffle tickets from one of their sellers at BCF or TCB Markets or outside the TCB Bakery, they are extremely grateful.

QF17 does not receive any direct funding from government and rely on some 85%

Catches from Keely Rose Fishing Charters

of their operating costs from the public in order to function and be able to respond 24/7 to emergencies.

To those people who contributed to their operating costs when QF17 assisted you on the water, “thank you”.

QF17 is continually accepting new members to assist with on-water activities, radio room, fundraising and maintenance and hope you could spare a few hours per month of your time to help out.

For information, please contact the base on 5486 4290 or stop in for a chat.

Base Statistics: (January) • A total of 2440 man-hours were put in at the base • 1428 calls handled through the radio room • 223 vessels remembered to log on to our free sea-watch service • 9 assists to vessels in distress Remember QF17 offers a Marine Assist Program that provides a “free” tow if you need assistance. This is important when you realise that QF17’s primary vessel operation cost is $200/hr. and their Secondary Vessel is $100/hour. Contact QF17 Base (0600-1800 / 7 days per week) on 5486 4290 and join over the phone or request an application form.

QF17’s major raffle for a holiday at the Ramada Treetops Resort during Easter School Holidays will also be drawn at 1pm on March 18. Tickets are still available for $5 each with only 1,000 total on offer.

Until next time, may you have fair weather and calm seas!

Above: Happy guys with a big catch of tusk fish Right: Karl with a great dolphin fish on the Keely Rose

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Fishing, Boating & the Great Outdoors

What is Tin Can Bay Fishing Club like?

Words from a member…..

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WAS RECENTLY invited to a club meeting and I quickly became aware that the members were a helpful and friendly group, who enjoyed both the fishing and social activities that a club provides to its members.

Members of the club have shared their fishing techniques and skills and given me local information that I had been lacking. This information has helped me to improve my fishing and I have found lots of new friends who enjoy recreational fishing just as much as I do.

Occasionally, on some fishing outings, no one did very well but it was reassuring to know it was the fish off the bite and not something I had done wrong.

Club trips are planned months ahead and give all members opportunities to visit areas such as Burrum Heads, Toogoom, River Heads, Hervey Bay, Rainbow Beach, Borumba and Boondooma Dams. Our members enjoy a range of activities and have established good friendships with the members of all these clubs when we visit these locations.

The club has local fishing competitions each month and an annual inter-club

fishing competition, during which all the clubs in our region participate.

Club juniors are encouraged to participate in all events.

The club also organise deep sea fishing charters for members in the waters east of Fraser Island.

If you would like to learn more about the benefits of joining our club, come along to our General Meeting or contact the Secretary on (M) 0437 242 171 or email tcbfishingclub@ bigpond.com Club Junior, Jackson May with a nice cod

The next Sunfish Junior Fishing Day is Sunday April 8 T

HE TCB FISHING Club’s objectives include teaching our juniors how to fish and to have fun and enjoy recreational fishing. We hold two Sunfish Junior Fishing Days each year and accommodate up to 25 juniors between 7-15 years of age at each of these events.

These are free and at no cost to the

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juniors and they are taught how to tie knots, rig a rod, casting and baiting and then fishing the beach areas. In addition to this, they are given a new rod and reel, a tackle box, and a certificate for attending, and free morning tea and a hearty BBQ lunch.

Registration is essential as places are limited.

SPORT

Surfers represent district

Dragons in intense training

by Norma Sanderson

T

HE STATE TITLES were held last month at Kawana and serious competition was in force. As we don’t have enough male paddlers to compete in the mixed category, we only entered into the Women’s races there and at the upcoming National Titles, March 3-8 at Kawana.

We wish to thank the community for supporting our “Dragon’s Lair” café in the RSL Hall on every market day. This is our only fundraising event and a great way to be involved in meeting the stall holders and the local community.

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.

If interested in paddling, please phone Norma on 0439 075 271, or Sandra on 0402 352 756. Please slip, slop, slap and bring water.

See you on the water!

The Gympie District surfing team at Agnes Waters was Zac, Rory, Will, Ella, Kyani and Joel. Congratulations to Kyani and Will who made it into Wide Bay Team

Image courtesy of Beck

Table tennis begins

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AST YEAR THE Rainbow Beach Community Centre aimed to provide table tennis facilities - now it has progressed with the purchase of relevant equipment and generous support from Sports Power in Gympie.

The activity has started on Wednesdays from 9am at $1 per player and, whilst it is initially envisaged as a weekly event, additional sessions can be included as interest and participation grows.

So, come on down and get active!

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SPORT

Little Athletics season draws to a close

Golf news

by Patsy Brady

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HE COOLOOLA Coast Little Athletics centre is relatively small and those who took part in the Suncoast Regional Championships were given an eye-opening opportunity to see how big athletics can be.

A team of six competitors went to Sunshine Beach to compete at the Girraween Sports Complex in the 100m sprint, high jump, shot put and long jump.

They put their all into their respective events, however, they just fell short of taking home a place.

For some it was a first time experience and has lit a fire to train harder and go back next year. Well done to all those who attended, by just taking part you are all winners!

March brings an end to the 2017-18 season and the last training session will be held on March 24. It will be a time for awards, reflection, food and fun.

The last few weeks of training will involve a competition against themselves while attempting to beat personal bests. This will be their last chance to make the next level in the McDonalds Achievement Awards program.

Sign-on for the 2018-19 season will be in August and if you would like an automatic notification of dates and times please email ccla2014@outlook.com or call Jess Milne on 0411 218 254.

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Above: The Cooloola Coast Team has a playful laugh before competition begins

Below: Coach Bill McKechnie warms the competitors up while giving encouraging advice

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IN CAN BAY ladies made their presence known when the committee members played at Noosa last month to open the District’s season of golf between the clubs.

There was a second place in Division 1 by Julie Mulhall, a win in Division 2 by Patsy Brady and second place in Division 3 by Jenny Skuja.

The Vets’ season is well underway with visits in February to Maroochy River and to Hervey Bay on March 5. Tin Can Bay will host the Cooroy Club on March 13 and Coolum Club on March 20.

The monthly medal winners were as follows: Men’s Div 1: Julian Godfrey 66 nett. Div 2: Bob Gray 64 nett. Div 3: Blaik Reibel.

Vets’ Div 1: Chris Eyre 66 nett. Div 2:

Golfer Bob Gray was Div 2 Medal Winner with sponsor Rob Downman

Brian Burton 67 nett. Div 3: Danny Kay 70 nett.

Ladies’ Div 1: Laurel Edwards 75 nett.

Div 2: Ros Wheeler 74 nett.

Bill Blackshaw showed his accuracy prowess on the ninth tee during the Vets’ competition on February 13. His hole-inone also sets the record for the new tee now in play after renovations. Enjoy that bottle of scotch, Bill.

For all information on our competitions and availability for social play, check the website www.tcbcc.com.au or call the starters’ box on 0484 005 266.

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Sailing update

Jon Jones (TCBYC Membership Secretary)

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T WAS NEAR perfect sailing conditions for racing early last month. With a steady 10knot north-northwester 13 vessels headed out to compete, including two new boats to our fleet, Hobbie Cat 17 called Double Trouble, and a new Laser.

No one could come close to Les and Nicky in Reliance, who took out first place in all three Division 1 races. Unfortunately for them, their handicap has now taken a battering, so it won’t be so easy next time!

In the race to the start, the new Laser came in second and the Club status, Tatiana, was third. In race two, following Reliance, Topaz (Michelle and kids) was second and Free to Air (Graham and Di) third.

In the final race Roy and Kay in Final Fling were second and Topaz and Billy the Kid tied for third place.

The last race was fairly long and included a long beat home, so the slower boats elected to run a shorter course which was won by Tatiana, Tickled Pink in second and the Pulsar in third.

Thanks to the support crew and here’s hoping we get a repeat of the great turnout (and weather) in a fortnight.

Since the juniors course we have been encouraging everyone to keep up the skills learnt, throughout the summer sailing season at ‘Green Fleet Sailing’ on a Saturday. Five juniors attended last Saturday’s session, three of those also sailed on boats in the senior‘s club racing on last Sunday.

There will be an ‘Adult Learn to Sail’ course starting on March 3 and 4, and continuing March 10 & 17. Contact Russell: 0405 063 894.

Nippers stage final age champs Right: Under 13 and 14 girls in their board event for the last Age Championship of the season

Blake Findlater and Brandi Kenman run out for their wade - there’s only a few weeks left of nippers before it wraps up prior to Easter

The green caps were a different shade of colour when the beach was stripped back to black sand in places, the flags event made them all “crumbed sausages”

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A Little Humour AG SHOW A man takes his wife to the county agricultural show. They start heading down the stalls that house all the bulls. The sign on the first bull’s stall states: “This bull mated 50 times last year.”

The wife turns to her husband and says, “He mated 50 times in a year, isn’t that nice!”

They proceed to the next bull and his sign stated: “This bull mated 65 times last year.”

The wife turns to her husband and says, “This one mated 65 times last year. That is over 5 times a month. You could learn from this one!”

They proceeded to the last bull and his sign said: “This bull mated 365 times last year.”

The wife’s mouth drops open and says, “Wow! He mated 365 times last year. That is once a day! You could really learn from this one.”

The fed up man turns to his wife and says, “Go up and ask if it was the same cow every day.”

SHORTS I went to a bookshop and asked for ‘The Self Help Section’. The assistant said, ‘If I tell you it will defeat the purpose’.

If all is not lost, where is it?

Kids in the back seats cause accidents and accidents in the back seats cause kids.

Choose your rut carefully because you are in it a very long time. The only difference between a rut and the grave is the depth.

Incontinence Hotline? – can you hold, please!

“He has all the virtues I dislike and none of the vices I admire.”

Winston Churchill

I had a rose named after me and I was very flattered. But I was not pleased to read the description in the catalog: “No good in a bed, but fine against a wall.”

Eleanor Roosevelt I just took a leaflet out of my mailbox, informing me that I can have love at 73. I’m so happy, because I live at number 68…so it’s not far to walk home afterwards.

A man is sitting at home on the verandah with his wife and he says, “I love you.”

She asks, “Is that you or the beer talking?”

He replies, “It’s me…talking to the beer.”

Blessed are those who can laugh at themselves for they shall cease to be amused.

Due to current economic conditions the light at the end of the tunnel has been turned off!

THREE LADIES IN A SAUNA Three women, two younger and one senior citizen, were sitting naked in a sauna. Suddenly there was a beeping sound. The young woman pressed her forearm and the beep stopped. The others looked at her questioningly. “That was my pager,” she said. “I have a microchip under the skin of my arm.”

A few minutes later, a phone rang. The second woman lifted her palm to her ear.

When she finished, she explained, “That was my mobile phone. I have a microchip in my hand.”

The older woman felt very low tech.

Not to be outdone, she decided to do something just as impressive. She stepped out of the sauna and went to the bathroom.

She returned with a piece of toilet paper hanging from her rear end.

The others raised their eyebrows and stared at her. The older woman finally said, “Well, will you look at that? I’m getting a fax!”

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IN HONOUR OF ST PATRICK’S DAY There once was a farmer from Leeds, Who swallowed a packet of seeds.

It soon came to pass, He was covered with grass, But has all the tomatoes he needs.

There was a young schoolboy of Rye, Who was baked by mistake in a pie.

To his mother’s disgust, He emerged through the crust, And exclaimed, with a yawn, Where am I?

There once was a man named Brice, Who had a nasty head full of lice.

He said, If I eat them, Then I’ll have beat them!

And besides they taste very nice.

A young gourmet dining at Crewe, Found a rather large mouse in his stew.

Said the waiter, Don’t shout, And wave it about, Or the rest will be wanting one, too.

A newspaper man named Fling, Could make “copy” from any old thing.

But the copy he wrote, Of a five dollar note, Was so good he now wears so much bling.

An elderly man called Keith, Mislaid his set of false teeth.

They’d been laid on a chair, He’d forgot they were there, Sat down, and was bitten beneath.

There was a young lady of Lynn, Who was so excessively thin.

That when she assayed, To drink lemonade, She slipped through the straw and fell in.

There was a young lady of Kent, Whose nose was most awfully bent.

She followed her nose, One day, I suppose, And no one knows which way she went.

There was an enchanting young bride, Who ate many green apples and died.

The apples fermented, inside the lamented, and made cider inside her inside.

There was an old man of Peru, Who dreamt he was eating his shoe.

He woke in the night, With a terrible fright, And found it was perfectly true.

One Saturday morning at three, A cheesemonger’s shop in Paree.

Collapsed to the ground, With a thunderous sound, Leaving only a pile of de brie.

If you’re lacking a little good cheer, Go and tickle a bull in the rear.

For I’m sure that the rumour, That they’ve no sense of humor, Is a product of ignorant fear.

I’m really determined and keen, To start giving this house a spring clean.

I will do it I say, Yes, I’ll do it today, Well, I’ll do it tomorrow, I mean.

I’m papering walls in the loo, And quite frankly I haven’t a clue.

For the pattern’s all wrong, Or the paper’s too long, And I’m stuck to the toilet with glue.

A painter, who lived in Great Britain, Interrupted two girls with their knitting, He said, with a sigh, That park bench--well I, Just painted it, right where you’re sitting.

A crossword compiler named Moss, Who found himself quite at a loss.

When asked, Why so blue?

Said, I haven’t a clue, I’m 2 Down to put 1 Across.

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Troy Rowley

Concreting Contractor ABN 64-930-176-411

CARPET CLEANERS • House Slabs • Garage Slabs • Driveways • Paths

GAS Flooring

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

CABINET MAKER Cabinet Making

CARPET CLEANERS

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Troy Rowley

Concreting Contractor ABN 64-930-176-411

Electrical • House Slabs

• Garage Slabs • Driveways • Paths

Also specialising in; • Stamp • Concrete Stencil • Exposed Seeded Concrete Phone: 5486 3914 Mobile: 0413 060 797 36 – Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News – March 2018

ELECTRICIAN CAR CLEANING

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UILDING GlassRENOVATIONS

Pest Control

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Troy Rowley

Concreting Contractor ABN 64-930-176-411

• House Slabs • Garage Slabs • Driveways • Paths

hallofjayne@bigpond.com

Pet Boarding

Also specialising in; • Stamp • Concrete Stencil • Exposed Seeded Concrete

-All Mechanical repairs-Free Old Car Removal -All makes & Models -Aluminium Tig Welding & -Second Hand Parts -Metal Fabrication -New & Used Tyres -Clutch & Brake Repairs

SHOP 1/6 GYMPIE ROAD TIN CAN BAY BUSINESS CARDS STANDARD & MAGNETIC VEHICLE MAGNETICS REAL ESTATE SIGNAGE PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS T-SHIRTS* POLO* CLUBS ETC. GRAPHIC DESIGN & ARTWORK BANNERS ALL TYPES ILLUM.& LED LIGHT BOXES BOAT NAMES* MARINE ART & GRAPHICS* JET SKIS* KAYAKS BOAT & VEHICLE WRAPS 3D SIGNS & SCULPTURES SNAP LOCK POSTER FRAMES GRAPHICS & ART TO SPLASH BACKS *SHOWER SCREENS *MIRRORS,& GLASS AND MUCH MORE OVER 35 YEARS IN THE ARCHITECTURAL & GENERAL SIGN INDUSTRY. NOW SERVING TIN CAN BAY, COOLOOLA COVE, RAINBOW BEACH & BEYOND

Phone: 5486 3914 Mobile: 0413 060 797

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Plumber

Solicitor PEST CONTROL

Cosgroves Solicitor in Attendance Wednesdays 10:00am – 1:00pm Conference Room, Rainbow Sands Resort

Paul Cosgrove B.COM., B.ECON., LL.B., B.C.L.

EMAIL cosgroves@cosgroves.com.au TELEPHONE (07) 3371 9199 MOBILE (24 HRS) 0418 729 474 P.O. Box 1225 TOOWONG Q. 4066

Screens & Blinds

Storage

9 Karoonda Rd Rainbow Beach

Ph: 54863144

*up to the value of $3300

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CLASSIFIEDS CAR CLEANING

HOME CLEANING

Tyre & Mechanical Service

ARE YOU NEEDING A HOLIDAY??? Don’t want to leave your lovable pets, have you considered a HOUSE/PET SITTER? I am trustworthy,reliable,and am needing a house during FEB&MARCH,I have references if needed.

Please contact Glenda 0427864220

Sell your stuff!

Massage

Classifieds $11 for 100 characters 1 month, 2 months $15.40 - only available online (price includes online listing)

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

To find out more, phone: 5486 3561 March 2018 – Rainbow Beach Cooloola Coast Community News – 37

WHAT’S ON MARCH 2

World Day of Prayer, 10am at St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Manooka Drive, RB

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Awesome Autumn Book Sale, Gympie Regional Library 9am until sold out

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Clean Up Australia Day at our schools

3

Adult Learn to Sail begins

3

TCB Community and Men’s Shed meeting 10am, behind City Farm

3

White for a Night, Rainbow Beach, email whiteforanight@gmail.com

3

‘Adult Learn to Sail’ course begins, Russell: 0405 063 894

3-8 Dragon Boating National Titles, Kawana

If you have an event or date you would like to add please email info@rbcn.com.au 10-11 Coastguard Coastal Navigation Introduction

25 Cooloola Community Orchestra, 2pm TCB Community Complex

9am Arts and Craft group, Church of the Good Shepherd Hall (second/last of month)

12-16 TCB School Prep-Year 6 parent/ teacher interviews

26 TCB School Prep-Year 3 Fun Run

9am – noon Tin Can Bay Quilters, community complex. Ph: Maree 5486 5706

13 Over 60s day trip to Kenilworth 14 QCWA General Meeting, QCWA meeting room, 9am with forensic science guest speaker at 11.30am 14 RBSS P&C 2.45pm AGM at the staff room, followed by normal meeting 15 Tech Savvy Seniors - RB Library 10am12noon, TCB Library 2-4pm 16 RBSS Free Dress day for St Patrick’s Day with a limerick competition

10am Mainly Music, TCB Community Complex, 10am 4.30 Karate & Jiu-Jitsu, RBSS: 0417 079 579

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CCLAC presents Bingo, 9.30am at the RB Community Hall

6

Over 60s meet Surf Club morning tea

19 TCB School Photos

7

Craft and Coffee, QCWA meeting room, 10am start, morning tea included

20 Community Information and Resource Centre (CIRS) Rainbow Beach AGM, 10am at the Community Centre

7

RBSS Welcome BBQ 2.45-4pm, sharing the stories of some of the families of the town. A light supper and a booklet is included in the cost of $7.50 ($5 for Members). There will be a raffle on the night so bring some pennies. This event will go ahead regardless of the weather - bookings required - 0419 224 628 or secretary@gfhs.com.au

20 TCB School P&C Meet

10 Coastguard First Aid and CPR

29 RB Droughtrunners supplies leaves for Longreach, Tony: 0408 766 930

9am Mahjong/games mornings, Church of the Good Shepherd Hall

9 -11am Playgroup, RB State School

18 Coastguard Open Day - take a ‘behindthe-scenes tour’, learn about knot tying, rope splicing and how to use heaving lines in fun activities, FREE safety check of your vessel, free sausage sizzle, 11 am-1 pm

10 CCYAP Belly Good 10-11am at the CC Veterans and Community Hall

29 Easter Raffle drawn and final parade of the term with presentation by Grade 4/5 at RBSS

7.30am TCB P-10 Garden Club

31 CCR&F Easter Fair, TCB Community Complex

RB Commerce and Tourism meet for 7am brekky at Arcos

International Women’s Day, 10am, RAOB Hall, 110 Emperor St, TCB

29 TCB School Year 8/9 Sports Day

Wednesday

17 Annmarie Van Oirschot, World’s Greatest Shave 4pm, Jockey Club Gympie

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29 TCB School Easter Bonnet Parade

9.30am Little Guppies playgroup, TCB

Thursday

Clean Up Australia Day across the coast

Coastguard VHF Radio Course (required if you own a VHF Radio)

28 TCB School Acknowledgement Day

29 Music Plus, CC Community and Vets Hall

17 St Patrick’s Day

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27 TCB School Yr 4-10 Cross Country

21 HOY! QCWA meeting room, $5 includes first board, lucky door ticket and morning tea. Kettle on 9am, games from 10am-12pm 21 Gympie Poet Slam for World Poetry Day 21 TCB Camera Club meet 1pm, TCB Library 23 TCB School Crazy Hair Day 24 CCYAP Hero’s and Villain’s Disco 5-8.30pm, TCB Community Complex, $5 entry includes snag, Zooper Dooper, glowstick, lucky door ticket and water all night. Parents attend free. Best costume awards and games

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Easter Sunrise Service at the RB propeller

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Digitising your photos. Join us for our lunchtime “Discover our history” talk where we discuss digitising your precious old photos, with hints, tips and demonstrations. Bring your lunch, noon, Gympie Library, Bookings essential: 5481 0859

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7am RBSS Brekky and Fitness Club 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 Friday 9am Sailability 9.30am Bridge, RB Community Centre

Coastguard White Water and Bar Crossing Techniques and Familiarisation

Saturday

Sunfish Junior Fishing Day

8.30-10.30 Little Athletics

10 Coastguard First Aid & CPR

WEEKLY (many are term time only)

Markets on almost every Saturday!

See visitors’ guide Discover Sailing, Tin Can Bay Yacht Club Sunday

Monday

7am St Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church service, Manooka Drive

10-11am First 5 Forever - fun for under fives at Rainbow Beach Library

7.30am Cooloola Dragon Boat Club training

4.30 Karate & Jiu-Jitsu, RBSS: 0417 079 579 Tuesday 7am QCWA walking group, Tuesdays at 6.30am, meet at the Tin Can Bay Bakery

8.30am Nippers 9.30am Church of the Good Shepherd Contemporary Family, followed by morning tea. All denominations welcome!

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* A bit of rain on your holiday?

A bit

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*If it turns out March is wonderful and sunny, this joke is obviously going to fall flat. In that case enjoy the weather and feel free to have a laugh at our expense! *If it turns out March is wonderful and sunny, this joke is obviously going to fall flat. In that case enjoy the weather and feel free to have a laugh at our expense!

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