Community Groups helping those in need
Vanessa Hall Editor ONE DOESN’T have to look far to realise that there are many doing it tough these days – even in affluent Coolum where rents and house prices… Read more »
Category: Local People
Community Update: Development Watch AGM
Thanks to Development Watch champion! THE COOLUM and Yaroomba community said thank you this month to one of its hardest-working volunteer champions, as she steps down from her role as… Read more »
The Lovetts celebrate 70 years of love
IT WAS a day of love and family togetherness on Thursday, June 13 as Gwendolyn and Nevile Lovett celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary surrounded by their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. … Read more »
MEN’S SHED MUSIC FESTIVAL TO SHINE A LIGHT ON MEN’S HEALTH
What could be more fun than ‘jamming’ with a bunch of mates? How about jamming with a whole lot more friends? and that is exactly what the Coolum Men’s Shed… Read more »
Twin waters residents address crime with community forum
THE TWIN Waters community recently expressed concerns regarding criminal activity in the region. A crime forum was held by the Twin Waters Residents Association with Maroochydore MP Fiona Simpson on… Read more »
Surfing triple act for Coolum’s Bruce Dunne
Well done to local surfing identity Bruce Dunne who literally got the job done last week placing in three events at the Queensland Surf Championships. Bruce who lives by the… Read more »
Remembering Don Benfell
MOUNT COOLUM resident Don Benfell passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, May 7 and this much-loved local of 24 years was known for his lane and colourful Christmas displays… Read more »
Celebrating volunteering with Eddie and his field of dreams
BOOTS thud against the ball, excited parents cheer from the sidelines and ever-watchful referees blow their whistles to ensure a fair game for all. These have been the familiar sounds… Read more »
LEST WE FORGET – ANZAC PRIDE IN COOLUM
In the lead-up to ANZAC Day each year, community representatives from the Coolum/Peregian RSL Sub Branch and Quota Coolum Beach diligently hold a stall out front of Coles selling memorabilia… Read more »
Qld collaboration leads to thirty years of success
Business Showcase White’s IGA FOR TWO Queensland foodie success stories teaming up has led to a thirty-year partnership that has seen both poultry group ‘Lenard’s’ and supermarket retailer ‘White’s IGA’… Read more »