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7 • Introducing requirements for those in koala area to make their property koala safe • Providing a vehicle to Wildcare Australia to help transport injured koalas and other wildlife • Working with the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital, including providing funding for a chlamydia vaccine trials The land is currently used for sugar cane farming which will be phased out over time in consultation with farmers. City acquires cleared land to restore to koala habitat A 146-hectare property to be restored for koala habitat and provide for future environmental offsets has been acquired by the City. The land, which links already existing conservation areas, was strategically chosen through the Koala Habitat Acquisition Program. “The Gold Coast has some of the most important koala habitat and populations in South East Queensland and we are committed to protecting and nurturing our koalas,” Mayor Tom Tate said. “City officers will now take steps to begin restoring cleared areas as koala habitat by planting native vegetation and removing any weeds. “Restoring this land is part of our work to support the long-term viability of the east Coomera koala population and secure a Northern Koala Corridor from Coomera and Pimpama through to the hinterland.” The acquired land connects Gainsborough Parklands, Hotham Creek Reserve, Old Wharf Road Parklands and Pimpama Conservation Area allowing for improved management, access, and fauna movement. The property also secures connectivity along 4 km of the Pimpama River and Hotham Creek, allowing the City to restore a buffer to improve regional water quality outcomes. The new parcel of land is another step the City is taking to help protect koalas which includes: • Implementing conservation programs for private landholders • Installing flashing “koala” road signs and fauna fencing Tickets: $40 Standard $30 (Concession, Bond students/staff/alumini) www.eventbrite.com.au Enquiries: Robina Literary Club 5580 9118
8 As a result of roadworks on Tamborine Oxenford Road, the Upper Coomera Cenotaph is being relocated to Tallowwood Park off Rose Valley Drive. The Rotary Club of Coomera Valley, as community custodians of the Cenotaph, have worked closely with the Dept of Main Roads and Gold Coast City Council regarding the new location. (Construction underway and TMR advise it will be completed in time for Anzac Day 2025. The Rotary Club confirms that the event will proceed as always with a March and Service. The only difference from the past will be the new location. The club will still be providing the opportunity for returned servicemen and women and their families, schools, service clubs and the community to pay their respects by marching and attending the Service. Details of the event are as follows; 1. Origin of March will be Highland Reserve State School main hall building. 2. Rotary Anzac Display will be in the main school hall 3. March will leave the school hall at 9.00 am and proceed down Highland Way and Rose Valley Drive to the Cenotaph in Tallowwood Park for the Service. 4. The Service will be preceded by a re Dedication of the recently relocated Cenotaph. 5. The Service is intended to start at approximately 9.30 am and will be complete by 10.30. 6. Some road closures will be in place along Highland Way and Rose Valley drive (see later advice re detail). The Rotary Club of Coomera Valley invites the community to come along to the new location and continue to pay their respects to those who have served and continued to serve our country and those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Please follow the Rotary Club of Coomera Valley Facebook page (https:// www.facebook.com/RotaryCCV/) for more information on the event as it comes to hand. There will be an event page you can share with your friends The Rotary Club of Coomera Valley Anzac Day 2025 and family. Community members can also email the club at coomeravalleyrotary@ gmail.com The club would like to hear from any community members who might like to volunteer on the day. Thank you to GCCC councillors Donna Gates and Naomi Fowler for their support of the event. This will be the first significant change to bin collection schedules in 20 years. Substantial growth and changes to our city and road networks means it's essential to adjust our truck routes and schedules. These changes will benefit our community by: • Helping maintain reliable and efficient bin collection services. • Contributing to reducing traffic congestion and improving the city's amenity. • Enhancing traffic, pedestrian, and truck driver safety. Stay ahead of the change by checking what your new schedule will be from March 2025 cityofgoldcoast.com.au/mybinday Residential bin days and times are changing in March 2025!
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PH 0416877545/helensvale.qld@lions.org.au PROBUS CLUB HOPE ISLAND meets every third Wednesday of the month at 9.30am at Club Helensvale, Discovery Drive, Helensvale for fun and fellowship in retirement. We are a friendly, mixed club and welcome visitors to join us for the range of activities we provide. Contact Denise on email denise.gosling90@gmail.com ACTIVE MINDS GROUP Come along and challenge your mind with Trivia, fun, puzzles. First Thursday every month at Runaway Bay, $5 10am-12.30pm. Morning tea included. PH: Jasmin 0412364669 or Marilyn 0481480274. OXENFORD COOMERA VIEW CLUB - Raising Funds for The Smith Family Learning for Life Students. Meetings held on the 3rd Friday of the month at the Oxenford Tavern with Lunch and interesting speakers. Social Events are held on the 1st Friday of the month. Call Susan on 0448120091. AGEING GRACEFULLY is a program delivered by Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC); dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of seniors. We offer a variety of exciting activities, from gentle exercise, in-house support and meditation to social events and workshops, all aimed at promoting a sense of community and well-being. Visit our website www.tmcgc.org/ older-persons or contact us at (07) 5591 7261 or email: business@tmcgc.org. Proudly funded by the Queensland Government. THE OXENFORD BOSOM BUDDIES BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meets the first Thursday of every month at 10am at the Oxenford/Coomera Community and Youth Centre, 25 Leo Graham Way Road, Oxenford. A group for breast cancer people, their family, friends and supporters, everyone welcome. A morning tea is supplied by the Oxenford Bakers Delight. Lee 0439 754 180. DIGITAL LITERACY is a program delivered by Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) helping individuals enhance their skills using modern technology including computers, mobile phones and iPads. We cover topics like navigating the internet, operating systems and file management, AI, digital tools and device security. Our aim is to promote community engagement and personal growth. Visit our website www.tmcgc.org or contact us at (07) 55917261 or email business@tmcgc.org. Proudly funded by the Good Things Foundation. BLUECARE VOLUNTEERS We are seeking volunteers for the Compassionate Companion Social Connection Program at our residential aged care facility in Arundel. Contact Louisa 0477 317 260 for details. We also urgently need volunteers to support the Lifestyle Team to provide fun, social and recreational activities for Residents Monday to Friday 9am to 11.30am at both our Arundel and Labrador residential aged care facilities and 9am to 4pm at the Coomera Respite Care Centre. Contact Lorraine 0418 184 230. No previous experience in aged care is needed. People from diverse backgrounds and all ages 16yrs+ are welcome to apply. Screening checks will be required, these are free to volunteers and BlueCare will assist with the applications. SEW CRAZY QUILTERS INC. Meet every Thursday morning from 9.30am to 1.00pm at the Community Centre Discovery Drive, Helensvale. Wide variety of sewing interests among our members, including Quilting, Patchwork, embroidery, machine embroidery and art quilts. Come along and meet like minded crafters, feel free to bring either handwork or your machine. You can work on your own projects, or get involved in some Charity Sewing. Call our President Lynne. 0407 941711 PROBUS CLUB OF COOMERA VALLEY INC - We are a mixed club and meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Holy Rood Church Family Centre, 192 Tamborine Oxenford Road, Oxenford commencing at 10am followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Our members are kept busy with various interest groups, Cards, Snooker, Book Club, Coordination & Balance Class, Coffee & Chat, Travel Club and Movies. There are also bus trips and theatre outings. Contact our Secretary at coomeravalp@gmail. com for information. New members always welcome. HELENSVALE SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB INC. is open Tuesday to Friday and welcomes people over 50 who would like to join in our various activities or simply come in for a cuppa and a chat. We offer a full programme of activities including Pool, Table Tennis, Tai Chi, Mah Jong and various card and board games as well as bus trips and outings to places of interest. Ros 0418 1651 75. SOUTH COAST RESTORATION SOCIETY OPEN DAY: Our Vintage Display is open second Sunday of the month. Come and step back in time and experience the technology of yesteryear on display at South Coast Restoration Society Living Museum. Many sheds with various collections from a bygone era. ie stationary engines, water pumps, antiques, old tractors and heritage vehicles including a fire engine, fully restored steam roller, Heritage Print machines. Our engine shed runs a variety of engines on the day. Food and refreshments available. Directions: Exit 49 of the M1. Take Rifle Range Road, Entry is via the Pimpama Sports Hub entrance at the traffic lights. First left then follow the road up to the top of the hill. A great family day out. Free entry. CHATTY CAFE aims to spark conversations that go beyond the ordinary, fostering social connections within the local community. By creating an environment where people feel encouraged to chat and connect, we aim to prevent and reduce social isolation and loneliness. Its free for all on every Thursday at 10am til 12pm at Cuppa Cafe located at Upper Coomera Community Centre, call 0450506886 . ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS – A ladies meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous is held every Thursday at 5pm – 6pm at the Pimpama Uniting Church Hall, 246 Creek Street Pimpama. The Ormeau Women’s Living Sober meeting is a safe place for women to learn about the disease of alcoholism and a solution to aid them in living a happy, joyous and free sober life. Open from 4:30pm GUANABA SOUTH COAST COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB, Heritage Park, 193 Rifle Range Road, Pimpama (Exit 49). Monthly Socials - 3rd Sunday at 12pm. Entrance fee $6.00 visitors, $5.00 members. Canteen, Licenced Bar & Afternoon Tea available. Great afternoon of talented Singers for your entertainment OR if you would like to sing with the band yourself, there are 3 practice sessions before the social to polish your songs for your performance. Contact Noelene (Secretary) 0419740756 or Peter (Music Coordinator) 0427293858. Find us on FB. Hall hire also available. QCWA - COOMERA BRANCH - The Queensland Country Women’s Association (qcwa.org.au) is for women of all ages, from all walks of life and with different life experiences. We enjoy getting together monthly on the 2nd Wednesday for friendship, sharing and developing skills in healthy cookery, knitting & crochet, public speaking, photography, floral art as well as fundraising for local community, state and international causes. Check FB (qcwa Coomera), come to our Craft day on the 3rd Wednesday monthly, or call 0456625776. Children Welcome. GOLD COAST STAMP AND COIN CLUB INC (previously Southport Afternoon Stamp Club) meets second Saturday of each month from noon to 4pm, at Helensvale Community Centre (South Hall), 31 Discovery Drive, Helensvale. Everyone welcome. Each month we have dealers, bargain tables, sales by tender, exchange books and some exhibits or talks, finishing with afternoon tea. Enquiries please PH: 0409 765 060 or 0417 987 441. GOLD COAST WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION supports and encourages writers from all genres, age groups, and levels of experience, to grow, learn, and excel in their craft. 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