MAY 2021 Issue 271
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President Report 3 Historian Message 12 Anzac Day 2021 4 Wildlife Matters & Talks 13-14 Councillor Division 7 News 5 Activities 19-21 Qld State Member Message 6 May Calendar 22 The Power to Change 8 Contact List 23 RH Fishing Club Report 9 River Heads Property Sales 24 Fraser Coast RV Park News 10-11
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PRESIDENT REPORT - MAY 2021
I was very disappointed that I could not be at our ANZAC service this year but family comes first of course. It goes to show what a great group of people we have when Peter Dore, Keran Smee, Jeanne Wilson, Wendy & Mason Wong, Marilyn Benbow, Tony Franklin, Mark Hensel and Paul Taylor stepped up to the plate and hit a home run ensuring that the event ran smoothly. A huge thank you to all of you. Also to Ted Sorensen and Cr Darren Everard, and to Vicki Avcin for the poetry recital, Suzanne Taylor and Aaron Reid for singing the two national anthems, to Piper Derek Fortune and his son, Simon Paterson for the army truck, the River Heads/Kingfisher and Booral RFS, and the Salvation Army Band. Not to mention Marg Reynolds for purchasing all the food items and making sure all was under control in the kitchen.
Our next big event will be RiverFest on Saturday 4 September in the hall grounds. That is, if COVID doesn’t prevent it being held!! Anyone wishing to book a market stall spot should phone 0499 992 442. The fee this year is $10.00 per site.
Now, don’t forget the next Open Mic Night will be held at the hall on Saturday, 15 May 2021. It commences at 4.30pm and goes to around about 9.00pm. The bistro and bar in the Hall are open and the music is great. Anyone wishing to register for a gig should phone Suzanne Taylor on [email protected] or mobile 0432 957 001. All comers welcome! Entry is by gold coin donation with the proceeds going to charity.
Another date claimer – Saturday, 26 June River Heads Rocks at the RV Park. Again, phone or email Suzanne as above with any enquiries.
The Rivers Bistro & Bar survey I mentioned in the last Review has been completed. Many thanks to all those who replied. Overwhelmingly, our patrons are happy with the various aspects of the bistro and bar. There were a few suggestions for items to be added to the menu and this is being worked out currently. I must mention a special thanks to our chefs, Damien and Katie (and our emergency chef Paul), who are doing an excellent job, not to forget our volunteer platers, particularly young Maria who works every Friday night. Let’s not forget our bar, till and door volunteers. We couldn’t do it without you, so thank you!
Don’t forget, Fishing Club raffles are held on the 2nd Friday of the month. Great fun and prizes as the old fashioned chocolate wheel clacks around. RHPA raffles are also held every Friday from 5.30pm with prizes of Meat Tray or Breakfast Tray from Urangan Butchers; Dinner for 2; selection of beverages, so come along and enjoy yourselves. Great food, great view and great people!!- all made possible by our fantastic volunteer workforce! More helpers needed! Phone 0499 992 442.
Sporting Teams for River Heads: Anyone interested in forming a team should phone 0499 992 442. It is high time River Heads was on the sporting map. We have a wealth of sporting talent in our community plus a fantastic playing field and canteen at the Reserve in Seafarer Avenue, so let’s get mobilised!! A big thank you to all the guys working on the canteen. They are doing a fantastic job – Nev Watson, Mark Hensel, Nick Burgess and anyone else who has helped.
MORE VOLUNTEERS DESPERATELY NEEDED FOR A COUPLE OF HOURS PER MONTH – PREPARATION OF FOOD – TILL OPERATION – PLATING OF FOOD – BAR TENDING - PHONE 0499 992 442. We can’t continue to provide services and facilities to our community without our volunteers.
That’s all folks! Take care, stay well and enjoy life.
Billie Rustin
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ANZAC DAY 2021 - Dawn Service River Heads - Tribute
SIMPSON AND HIS DONKEY 1915 By Peter Corlett 1988
John Simpson Kirkpatrick enlisted in the 3rd Australian Field Ambulance as Private Simpson on 25 August 1914. He took part in the landing on Gallipoli on 25 April 1915 and became famous among Australian troops for his bravery and compassion.
Under continual shellfire he used a donkey to carry water up Shrapnel Gully, and to bring wounded men down to the beach on Anzac Cove from the firing line on the ridges above. After less than four weeks in action he was fatally wounded on 19 May 1915.
Although he was known on Gallipoli by a variety of nicknames, most of the soldiers who witnessed his bravery knew him as the man with the donkey, without ever learning his name.
Simpson has come to embody for Australians the spirit of self-sacrifice in war.
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COUNCILLOR Division 7 NEWS
May is with us already and I will take this opportunity to wish all mothers in the community a very pleasant Mother’s Day on May 9th.
Again, we have a lot going on right across the region and even I am struggling to keep up with what we have going on. In May we are hosting theAustralian Heritage Festival – Fraser Coast.
This will see Maryborough’s museums and heritage groups come together to celebrate our heritage as part of the annual National Trust Heritage Festival, an annual program of unique events that showcase all aspects of Australia’s cultural heritage. If you are new to the region please take the time to have a look what Maryborough has to offer. For more information please visit: https://portside.ourfrasercoast.com.au/homepage/8/heritage-festival .
River Heads ANZAC Day Dawn Service Was fantastic to see such a great turnout at the River Heads Dawn Service on ANZAC Day, well done to all involved and thank you to those who took the time to have a chat and raise a few matters and pass comment.
Brolga Theatre Another reminder about what is coming up at the Brolga and I encourage you to sign up for the newsletter so you do not miss out. You can register for the Brolga Theatre’s eNewsletters, purchase tickets, gift vouchers and Friends of the Brolga memberships online at: https://brolga.ourfrasercoast.com.au/plan-event , or by phoning 4122 6060, or in person at the Box Office between 8.30am and 4pm Monday to Friday.
Community Chat My next Community Chat will be Thursday June 1st at the River Heads Hall from 10.30 – 11.30 am. If there are any matters that require attention please let me know. If you can’t make my Community Chat, I am happy to visit you at home. To make an appointment, please contact me on 0448 045 041 or email: [email protected] .
Council Information Feel free to like my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/darreneverardfrasercoast/ to stay abreast of updates on what is going on in the region. I do try and update it as information comes to hand.
Council Contact Just a reminder that if you have any matters which require urgent Council attention, please contact the Council Call Centre on 1300 79 49 29 and we will do our best to attend to your needs.
Darren
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New Police strategies to combat hooning.
Drivers taking part in illegal mass hoon gatherings will be further targeted under new anti-hoon powers passed in the Queensland Parliament recently. The legislation will turn the table on hoons and support police enforcement action against those taking part in these gatherings. As a result of these new laws, Police are now equipped with powers which will enable them to serve notices on the owner of a vehicle involved in hooning offences. Police across Queensland are now rolling out a range of strategies to disrupt and prevent hooning activity. With the new legislation, combined with a fleet of high-tech cameras, the community can expect to see even more enforcement action taken against dangerous hoons putting others at risk.
Members of the public can report hoon activity in their area by contacting the QPS’ Hoon Hotline on 13HOON or making a report online: Reporting a Traffic Incident | Queensland Police Service
Investing in our great Hervey Bay environment.
As visitors begin to spend more time in the great outdoors the Palaszczuk Government is taking the opportunity to invest more than $50 million to upgrade our national parks. This is greatly helping both our local environment and our local tourism industry.
This year more than 25,000 whales are expected to swim past Queensland from now until November as the whales travel from and return to the southern ocean. I’m working closely with both the tourism and environment departments to ensure the Hervey Bay electorate remains well informed about an activity that injects more than $2.6 billion into the Queensland economy and supports 17,240 jobs across the State at a time when we need them most. Thanks in part to global efforts, and efforts in Queensland to protect the environment - including an almost $1 billion investment by the Palaszczuk Government this year for the environment more broadly - we’ve seen whale numbers surge from just 200 in the 1960s to 25,000 now.
Hervey Bay, is noted as a sheltered area where whales can spend weeks between August and November with their young calves in the Great Sandy Marine Park. I urge readers to share the message of Marine Scientist Dr Justin Meager asking visitors to be wary of whales migrating and to be safe when heading out onto the water.
We want to protect these beautiful marine mammals, but we also want to protect our boaties – humpbacks are unpredictable, up to 40-tonne mammals and you don’t want to get in their way. Special regulations and restrictions will be applied when whales migrate in Queensland waters, with details at: Rules for watching marine mammals | Environment | Department of Environment and Science, Queensland (des.qld.gov.au)
All the best from me, stay safe and thanks for reading.
Adrian
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To report orphaned or injured wildlife phone: 1300 ANIMAL Could residents please check any dead kangaroos for joeys. For dead animals people should phone Council on: 1300 794 929
Rose Wright - Wildlife Carer - Licence No. 54849111 Registered as Macropod Carer (Kangaroos and Wallabies, Native Birds and Possums) with ANARRA and DERM Phone: 4120 8777 or 0427 971 020
SUBMISSIONS FOR THE REVIEW All members are welcome to contribute articles of interest, photos or a story in our newsletter. RHPA Management Committee reserves the right to refuse to publish any items deemed unsuitable.
Please email: [email protected]
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(Sue Watson)
We go to seminars and conferences looking for a painless cure by which our lives can be zapped and changed. We go on diets. We join health clubs and our enthusiasm runs strong for about two weeks. Then we fall back into the same old rut. We don’t change. We read self-help books, but the problem with self-help books is that they tell us what to do but can’t give us the power to do it. We are told things like: ‘Get rid of all your bad habits. Be positive; don’t be negative.’ But how? Where do we get the power to change?
The Greek word dunamis, meaning ‘power’, occurs 120 times in the New Testament. It is used to describe the most powerful event that ever happened - the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. And that resurrection power is available to change your life today. The most important thing in life is knowing Christ and experiencing the power of His resurrection.
Paul writes, “I want to know Christ - yes to know the power of His resurrection” (Philippians 3:10 NIV). Again he writes, “pray that you will begin to understand how incredibly great His power is to help those who believe in Him. It is that same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead” (Ephesians 1:19–20 TLB).
The Greek word dunamis can be understood in two ways: An explosive force, or a constant flow of power like a dynamo.
And in Christ, you have both. Through Him you can break the chains that bind you and the limits that constrain you, and walk victoriously in His power today.
(From Word For Today)
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April has seen a number of club activities including the Chook Raffle, April Fish Meet and a social Pizza Night.
The Chook Raffle was as always, a success. We are very grateful to our major sponsor River Heads IGA for their continued support of this and other events. We recommend that our club members and indeed all community members support the local IGA and other local providers.
We are also grateful to the Progress Association and its members for their ongoing support of the Chook Raffle.
Judy Smith very kindly made and donated three cosmetic bags which added an additional prize to each draw.
The April Fish Meet saw some great fish weighed in with our junior member Jett Jansen weighing in a 66cm flathead. Unfortunately, with the power out on the afternoon of the weigh-in, we could not have our usual slide show of photos of all the fish weighed in.
April’s fish meet winners were: Outstanding Fish – Senior – Brett Drysdale with a 56cm cod; Outstanding Fish – Junior – Jett Jansen with a 66cm flathead; Meat Tray Raffle– Peter Hodor; Photo Competition– Graeme McLeod; and Members’ Draw – Bert Flierman.
Jett Jansen’s winning 66cm flathead
Graeme McLeod’s winning photo
Congratulations to all winners and to all members who weighed in fish.
A successful pizza night was held on Saturday 17 April 2021 at River Heads Café. It was a fun evening with delicious food.
In addition to River Heads IGA, the club has a number of sponsors including Fisho’s Tackle World, Aquaholics, Easton’s Anglers Den, Pialba Auto Electrics, RJ’s Batteries and Hervey Bay Diesel Service. We thank all our sponsors for their continued and generous support and again, encourage all club and community members to support them.
Finally, the club has new good quality brag mats that are available for sale to non-members for $40.00. If anyone is interested in purchasing a brag mat please email [email protected].
As always, be safe on the water.
The Editor – River Heads Fishing Club
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FRASER COAST RV PARK NEWS
Tank Block official opening PRESS RELEASE
Fraser Coast RV Park has taken the COVID-19 threat very seriously and constructed another unique amenities facility.
The official opening will take place on Tuesday 27th April at 11am with an official ceremonial plaque unveiled by special guest Lindsay Titmarsh from Tandora.
Tandora is one of our neighbouring properties which covers a massive 11,000 acres. Tandora generously donated the Tank which came from the original homestead on the property. The tank stand at Tandora was home to the tank from 1956 and the dint in the tank from where she was unceremoniously dumped has been kept so she is in her original authentic condition.
The vision was created after a trip to far North Queensland with a “stop the car” moment.
There are many unique and quirky features including a see through roof with glow in the dark stars underneath the tank which has been secured atop massive posts which were felled from the property by the local arborists. Many local contractors have been involved with creating the dream. Decorative features of Tank Block Rosie & a guest at sink Check out this video – creating the dream - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzjjQqu-kog
The homemade shower heads have proven to be very innovative and successful, with plenty of pressure and the water is being recycled for the gardens. With solar powered lights and authentic kerosene lanterns to add to the rustic charm.
Here is another video showing the finished job - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ44XXiGMV4
This coupled with the fair dinkum outhouses, bush showers, slab hut laundry and bush kitchen give the guests a true Australian experience whilst being only 15 minutes from the centre of Hervey Bay.
40 acres of the property has been dedicated to Land for Wildlife where you can go on 3kms of nature trails that have been mapped out with interesting spots to discover and explore.
It’s a great way to relax and unwind and get back in touch with nature with over 66 species of birds being identified on the property so far.
Gertrude the Authentic Fair dinkum Bush Kitchen Gypsy Wagon Bertha the Aussie Van Aussie Outhouse Firepit at Mango Lodge Page 10
FRASER COAST RV PARK NEWS (Continued)
Paul and Suzanne Taylor are a husband and wife team who run the 75 acre park.
The new security gate in place is also a valuable asset for the safety and security of our special guests. Every aspect of the park is now run remotely including the booking process and check-in.
Scaling back on bookings and turning the RV park into a boutique camping venue, has not only improved the running of the park but also improved the visitor experience. Stargazing
We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful park where you will also be able to inspect our various on-site accommodation options.
—————————————————————————————————————— The official opening ceremony with Lindsay Titmarsh from Tandora, the original home of the Tank was on 27th April.
Local Sub-contractors who helped turn this dream into a reality came along and enjoyed bangers and beer at the fair dinkum bush kitchen.
Creek to Coast episode should be going to air on 1st May with Scott Hillier.
—————————————————————————————————————— RIVER HEADS OPEN MIC Our next Open Mic will held at the River Heads Hall on Saturday 15 May from 4.30 - 9pm. Come along and enjoy an evening full of music and singing!
Suzanne & Paul Taylor
Escape, Relax & Unwind
https://www.frasercoastrvpark.com.au
River Heads Rocks
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HISTORIAN MESSAGE
River Heads Our Natural Environment (Part 1)
The Turtle Cove Estate was previously called Bingham Waters; a sign remains at the Bengtson Road/Cove Boulevard roundabout bearing this name. Similar signs were previously part way along Seafarer Drive at what is now the entrance to River Heads Reserve.
Building of houses has been relatively slow and developers had huge plans for expansion and amenities such as town houses, golf courses, retirement villages, swimming pools, nursing home, and digging up the clay pan to carve a passage through the mangroves to access Fraser Island, to name a few.
Our unique environment is recognised in the international wetland RAMSAR 1999 and migratory bird agreements as part of the Great Sandy Strait Marine Park, with further recognition by the UNESCO Great Sandy BIOSPHERE 2019. Also, the State Forest at the River Heads point, the Mary and Susan Rivers and the foreshore that surrounds the River Heads peninsula is renowned for wild life, turtles, seagrass, dugong and fish habitat, and a variety of native and the migratory birds from the northern hemisphere.
Many residents may not be aware of the continuous projects carried out by our local community to enhance and sustain our natural environment, that we can all protect and enjoy.
As a small example of this participation in 2006 members of the community were excited to learn of the development of a park near the foreshore on Seafarer Drive. This foreshore was being constantly damaged by illegal use by 4X4 vehicles, illegal fishing and crab pots placements.
The area now known as River Heads Reserve began classified as a park. The land is divided into two main areas: The cleared land of the Reserve and the protected foreshore zone. The adjacent waterway is a boating go-slow area in recognition of the mating turtle and was historically referred to as Turtle Cove. The area then became known by that local name Turtle Cove. Four varieties of turtles mate and move about in this waterway, and many go north to lay eggs at Mon Repos and other sandy beach islands. The mangroves protect the foreshore from erosion and the blue ant butterfly was identified in November 2009 by a botanist conducting a talk about the many varieties of mangroves on site.
Former Mayor and local Councillor Ted Sorensen, through the then Hervey Bay City Council (HBCC) and the State Government, provided funds for a landscape architect to design a park along Seafarer Drive, backing onto Watermans Way properties.
Part of the land required regeneration as it had been illegally cleared the along the foreshore zone. The Marine Park comes under State Government control, in cooperation with Fraser Coast Regional Council. Some aspects of the Master Plan may still be realised.
A Community Survey was produced at the River Heads Progress Association Hall. It was then delivered over a two-week period by the Contract Posties to River Heads, including Turtle Cove, and East and West Booral. The collection points were Urangan State High School and Sandy Strait State School.
Joanne gave a talk at the Sandy Strait School assemblies and encouraged the children to participate. HBCC requested some aspects of gathering the information, but many places on the form were available for people to write their own ideas down, rather than tick and number.
HBCC staff were surprised with a 40% return of the Survey and it looked like we were on our way. The landscape architect worked with the community, holding public meetings. There was plenty of data to use and organise to provide a 20-year Master Plan which was finalised mid-2007.
Progress was hampered due to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis and the merger of the then Councils of Maryborough, Woocoo, Hervey Bay and Tiaro becoming Fraser Coast Regional Council.
Joanne
Next month: The first grant became available in March 2009 and was offered by Ocean Watch and Fraser Coast Regional Council for set projects to protect the foreshore.
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WILDLIFE MATTERS (Wildlife QLD Fraser Coast)
Barbed Peril
For over a century, the grazing industry in Australia has relied on the use of barbed wire to contain stock. Unfortunately, throughout Australia, thousands of animals face a cruel death when they become entangled on barbed wire fences. Flying foxes, gliders, birds of prey, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies and many other species have come to grief when trapped on barbed wire fences. Most species are caught on the top strand, which is why landholders without stock are encouraged to replace the top strand with plain wire.
In February, a female Red Flying Fox was rescued at Wolvi, totally immobilised after being caught in barbed wire.
This little animal was lucky to be spotted by the landholder, who quickly called ANARRA (Australian Native Animals Rescue and Rehabilitation Association).
The landholder was asked to place a damp towel over the flying fox, to keep her hydrated and to decrease her stress levels.
ANARRA quickly sent a rescuer to cut the flying fox from the barbed wire and bring her to Wildlife HQ at Glastonbury, where the animal was sedated whilst the barbs were removed and the wing damage treated.
This little girl, named Fifi by her rescuer, is likely to make a full recovery after spending time with an experienced Contributed by Deb Seal carer.
Whilst many people in our community consider flying foxes to be a disease carrying pest species, the Australian Bat Lyssa Virus is extremely rare; since 1996, only four people in Australia who contracted the virus have died as a result. Not all flying foxes carry disease, and to contract a disease from a flying fox one would need to be scratched or bitten by the animal, which is why inexperienced people are asked not to handle them. Living close to a colony of flying foxes or having flying foxes on your property is not a health risk.
What is less understood about flying foxes is that they are a top order pollinator, and without them, Australia would not have the forests and vegetation we enjoy today. The forests of Australia depend on the ability of flying foxes to spread seed and pollinate blossom. Flying foxes need forests for shelter and food. Land clearing is a massive threat to their survival. Where forests have been cleared, flying foxes may resort to orchards and gardens for food.
For more information, visit the Australasian Bat Society www.abs.org.au or for rescues phone ANARRA Wildlife Rescue on 5484 9111 (Gympie and Wide Bay) or Wildlife Rescue Fraser Coast on 4121 3146.
Contributed by ANARRA member Deb Seal
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WILDLIFE TALKS (Wildlife QLD FC)
The Fraser Coast Branch of Wildlife Queensland is extremely happy to announce the recommencement of their wildlife talks held in the Hervey Bay and Maryborough Libraries during the month of May.
1. Local Wildlife photographer and conservationist, Alan Peebles, after a long holiday as a result of Covid, will be presenting one of his popular DVDs. Entitled City of Birds, it shows local birdlife, including some species that are slowly disappearing and now not often seen. Running for 40 Minutes, the DVD shows some eye catching close-ups of the more secretive birds, sometimes heard but not often seen. Alan will present his talk ‘Birds Rarely Seen on the Fraser Coast’ at the Hervey Bay Library on Friday 14 May at 1pm.
2. Lindsay Titmarsh from Tandora, a cattle station on the Mary, is giving an update on the Tandora Koala Colony that was established after threatened koalas were relocated from Tinana. Because of frequent road kills, carer Natalie Richardson convinced National Parks and Wildlife that Tandora was the perfect location to establish a new colony free from predators and traffic. Lindsay will be giving an update on the current situation at the Maryborough Library on Friday 28 May at 1 pm.
To book for either of these fascinating presentations, please phone the Hervey Bay Library on 4197 4220.
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I would like to inform everyone that I have brought my business back home to Tern Court, River Heads. I will be taking bookings only. Plus we will be bringing “A Beauty Path” to you in the comfort of your own home. I will be organising a Mobile Tanning Service for River Heads, Hervey Bay Area. Chantel will be doing a Mobile Facial Waxing for the River Heads & Hervey Bay area. You can contact her on 0401 394 277 for any information. Thank you, Kathi Saal
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Rivers Bistro on
Phone 0499 992 442 or [email protected]
Every 2nd Friday night of the month:
RIVER HEADS FISHING CLUB
Open 5.30pm every Friday Spin the
Takeaways available CHOCOLATE WHEEL CHOOK RAFFLES
Bar open & Bistro orders taken from 5.30pm Members draw @ 7pm, Pool Table, Big Screen TV, Free Wi-fi available Raffle drawn every Friday with meat trays, hampers, dinner for 2, & more
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WEDNESDAY, 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Cost: $3.50 (includes a cuppa and a biscuit)
For information contact Michael or Robyn Allam on 4125 7683 or email: [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE: The last Yoga Class will be on 8 May. The Class will recommence late July - To be confirmed closer to the date.
YOGA
When: Saturdays 8.00 - 9.30am
Where: River Heads Community Hall Monday 10am - 2pm
Cost: $12 or $10 concession Tuesday 9.30am - 11am Wednesday 1.30pm - 3pm Friday 5.30pm - 8pm
For Information Phone 0499 992 442
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SOCIAL POOL NIGHT
Everyone is welcome to come along and join our friendly group to play Pool on Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm
The bar will be open
Anyone interested please phone John on 4125 8362 SAT 15 May 4.30 - 9 PM
Tuesday Garden Club Come along and help make our beautiful garden grow and enjoy some healthy outdoor activity!
BYO Lunch - Tea & Coffee provided Projects to suit all types of sewing machines All Welcome For more information contact Judy on 4125 7726 or 0427 000 982 Contact 0499 992 442
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MAY 2021
What will happen to the spirit of this ancient dreaming land without the great mobs of kangaroos bounding across the song lines, energising the land? Will the sunset and dawn mourn the passing of the creatures who danced in their light? - Sue Arnold
MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN PATCHWORK GARDEN CLUB INDOOR THESE RIVERS BISTRO YOGA COMMUNTY & QUILTING 9am BOWLS ACTIVITIES & BAR open 8-9.30am CHURCH 10am-2pm 1.30-3.30pm from 5.30pm (Last Yoga 9.30am MORNING TEA every week Takeaways Class: 8 May. (free) 10am SOCIAL POOL at your local available Class restarts NIGHT RIVER HEADS again late July COMMUNITY 6.30pm - Date TBA) HALL Full Moon 1 2 Last Quarter Photos by
New Moon Peter Doré Birthday First Quarter Andrew Scrim
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RH Fishing Club Fish Meet 2pm Birthdays Birthday Des Lee Jordan Smith Patricia Davis
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 RH Fishing Club RH Open Mic Chook Raffle Birthday Birthday Tony Hergenhan Ronald Morris
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Birthdays
Katrina Elliott
Birthday Dawn Bryant Birthday Birthday Birthday Bob Sponder Jacqui Hardman Nick Burgess Fay Schoermer 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Birthday Birthday Jess Cassar Karen Hensel 31 Happy Anniversary and Congratulations to:
Birthday 5/5: Robyn & Tony Irwin; 7/5: Margaret & Greg Pulllinger; 16/5: Janette & Anthony Franklin Joy Doré Page 22
CONTACT LIST - For all enquiries email or ring 0499 992 442
River Heads Progress Association Executive Committee President Billie Rustin [email protected] Vice President Vacant [email protected] Secretary Susan Kearton [email protected] Treasurer Jeanne Wilson [email protected] River Heads Progress Association Management Committee Registrar Joan Taylor [email protected] Events Coordinator Keran Smee [email protected] Key Registrar/Gen Committee Reg Pearson [email protected] Food & Beverage Manager Margaret Reynolds [email protected] Bar Co-ordinator Mark Hensel [email protected] Roster Coordinator Wendy Wong [email protected] Webmaster Adam Cork [email protected] Emergency Coordinator Mark Hensel [email protected] Fishing Club Delegate/ General Committee Vacant [email protected] General Committee (Reserve) Neville Watson [email protected] River Heads Progress Association Non-Committee Positions Assistant Registrar Phyllis Jacobsen [email protected] Assistant Treasurer Sue Church [email protected] Hall Booking Coordinator Karen Hensel [email protected] Historian Joanne McLaughlin [email protected] Review Editor Carola Herbert [email protected] River Heads Progress Association Sub-Committees Rivers Bistro & Bar Bookings [email protected] Rivers Bistro Takeaway Orders Fri: 5.30-7.30pm [email protected] River Heads Fishing Club Gary Bateman, President [email protected] Reserve Sub-Committee Neville Watson [email protected] Publicity/Tourism Sub-Committee Billie Rustin [email protected] River Heads Action Group Malcolm Herbert [email protected] Fraser Coast Tourist Radio Alan Baxter [email protected] 87.8 & 88 FM River Heads - Streaming on www.touristfm.org.au River Heads Progress Association - Activities Patchwork & Quilting Judy Smith 4125 7726 or 0427 000 982 Wednesday Social Pool Night John Bridge 4125 8362 Indoor Bowls Mike or Robyn Allam 4125 7683 or email: [email protected] Tuesday Garden Club Billie Rustin Librarian Keran Smee Tuesday morning tea and activities Margaret Reynolds For information call 0499 992 442 Food Forest/Public Demonstration Christel Schrank Garden River Heads Food Forest
River Heads Kingfisher Rural Fire Brigade Fire Emergencies 000 River Heads Kingfisher Brigade 0409 076 916 / 07 4125 7897 Community Services J.P. (Qual) Billie Rustin 0499 992 442 J.P. (Qual) Jacqui Rein 0419 740 647 Wildlife Carer Rose Wright 0427 971 020
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We need your property now!
We have been smashing sales targets every month with no sign of the market slowing down. But we now have a long list of buyers with very little stock to sell.
Vacant blocks in Turtle Cove are now starting from around $250,000 and any block under 1000m2 with views are fetching around the $170,000 mark.
If you are sitting on an investment block or have been considering selling your home now is the time to sell! With so much interest around many buyers are missing out on properties and are desperate to buy.
Contact us for a free market appraisal and you might be shocked at the prices people are achieving at the moment.
We would also like to welcome a new sales agent to the team in Colin Cotter. Colin has been put on to help deal with the massive influx of buyers.
Rentals are also very hard to come by at the moment and we have many qualified tenants waiting to get into a property; if you are unhappy with your current agent or want to get an idea of what you could rent your house for contact our property manager Tracey.
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