The Heritage Fair/Flag Day event will feature re-enactments and around the Village there will be Volunteers in period costume, the Town Crier, as well as live music, stalls, Aussie tucker and a Grand Parade. Look out for Johnny the Jester, the Wildest Craziest Magic Show Around at 10:15am – 11:15am. Amazing Animals Mobile Farm with super…
Australia’s All-Killer No-Filler Kustom Kulture Weekender GreazeFest is the utmost kustom kulture event in the Southern Hemisphere, where thousands of rockabilly and hot rod fans roll up for a massive dose of ultra-kool kustom kulture. Held every August in Australia, GreazeFest brings you a crankin' weekend of cool cars, rockabilly bands, djs, fashion parades, pinups,…
Fun day at Blue Care Caboolture – family fun for everyone! Caboolture residents and local community members are invited to the Social Club Fun Day at Blue Care Caboolture on Friday 4 August from 10am to 2pm. There will be something for everyone…arts and craft stalls, sausage sizzle, raffles and more, as well as face…
The World Health Organization estimates that over 800,000 people die by suicide each year – that’s one person every 40 seconds. In Australia Lifeline have released statistics stating that for 2015 there were 3027 recorded suicides… more than 8 per day… one every 3 hours. Research also tells us that some 65,000 think about attempting…
Petbarn Morayfield in partnership with RSPCA Queensland are inviting locals to come down and join in their World Cat Day celebrations on August 8 where they can meet the team and some of the loveable cats available for adoption that are looking for their forever home. Local Morayfield Petbarn Store Manager, Megan Heaslip, says…
The Sandgate Theatre new production of the classic musical BRIGADOON opening on the 11th of August 2017. Directed by Lilian Harrington with Talented thespians, dancers and musicians have come from all over South East Queensland to perform in this show, from the local Sandgate environs to Springwood, Mt Gravatt and many other areas around Brisbane.…
Embracia has nearly 30 years’ experience in Aged Care. The owners, Dawn and Peter MacKenzie, are extensively involved in ensuring that their homes measure up to their exacting standards – not just in the beautiful fixtures and fittings, but in the homes layout, and most importantly, in the care provided. Embracia in Burpengary is no…
Working Queensland Inc. are a not for profit organisation who promote and provide Work for the Dole and other activities, with the mission of reducing unemployment across Queensland. With a plan to identify preventative measures for some of the roadblocks to long term employment, our current project is to organise and host the 2017 “International…
Rail Safety Week runs 14 – 20 August. Community members are responsible for knowing how they should behave on trains, at level crossings and near tracks for the benefit of their safety, and the safety of others. Rail safety is everyone’s responsibility. Find out how you can get involved in this year’s Rail Safety Week…
Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism proudly presents the annual Caboolture Family Fun Day. If you’re looking for an inexpensive alternative to a day at the EKKA, then Caboolture Family Fun Day is just the place for you. Every kid's favourite crazy sheep - Shaun the Sheep - will be making a special appearance in…
Friday August 18, 2017 is the day that veterans, family and friends will come together to remember the Battle of Long Tan at Bribie Island's 25th Vietnam Veterans Day. This is the day the Vietnam Veterans Association sets aside for a chance of both those who were there and the public honouring and remembering those…
Queenslanders of all ages will unite August 19-27, 2017 to celebrate the many contributions older have made in their communities. This year’s Seniors Week continues the theme It’s on for young & old to further develop intergenerational connections within your community. ‘Seniors Week is a time for all Queenslanders to acknowledge and celebrate the valuable…
Seniors Week is an opportunity for Queenslanders of all ages to join together and celebrate the valuable contributions of older people. In 2017, Seniors Week will be celebrated from 19-27 August. Seniors Week aims to: improve community attitudes towards older people and ageing facilitate community participation and activity by older people, including those from Indigenous and culturally…
At Caboolture the Chaplaincy Fun Run is set for success on the back of 11 well run past fun runs being held on August 20 at the Centenary Lakes park lands precinct. The Fun Run Organiser Shane Moon says its been so successful that, no changes have been made to the format as in the…
Queensland Road Safety Week will run between August 21-25 and is chance for all Queenslanders to get involved in making our roads safer. ‘Speaking up for road safety’ is the focus and we’re encouraging the whole community to have their say on road safety. Communities, schools and workplaces are encouraged to support the week by…
The Muster has broadened its appeal this year, while remaining true to its roots, with a number of artists performing who have boosted their profiles and careers on television talent shows. The depth of talent and the variety of genres shows how much the event has to offer Muster goers, no matter what their musical…
A honour to serve may be the mantra that many in the Essential and Emergency Services may go in their day to day duties to ensure the community they serve are safe To be recognised by the community to which it serves is an also an honour, for the community recognition to those who shine…
From Australia’s most remote horseraces, to camel pies, 4WD convoys, travelling boxing troupes and an influx of thousands to a town that usually homes 115 people – outback Queensland is set to play host to an Aussie bucket-list experience like no other when the 135th Birdsville Races return this September 1 & 2, 2017. Tickets…
Fight Cancer Foundation has officially launched Footy Colours Day for 2017 and is calling on all Australians to ‘show their true colours’ this September in support of kids with cancer. This year, Fight Cancer Foundation is thrilled to reveal their very special Footy Colours Day Champion, Luca, who is the face of this year’s fundraiser…
Show your support for the local SES and rural fire service, and find a bargain this Saturday, September 2 when Beachmere holds its largest ever garage sale. Beachmere Sands Retirement Village will host the event, now in its fourth year, from 7am to 12pm at 218 Bishop Road. Beachmere Sands Monster Garage Sale…