Current Community
Service Announcements

 January

The BreastScreen mobile service will be at Chancellor Park Marketplace, University Way, Sippy Downs, from the 6th to 22nd of January from 7.15am to 3.30pm, offering free breast screening to women aged 40 and over. Early, late, and Saturday appointments are available, and a doctor’s referral is not necessary. Having a regular breast screen can help save lives.  To book phone 132050 or visit the BreastScreen website.

Mooloolaba Bowls Club is holding a Come & Try Day on Thursday the 15th of January from 9 to 11.30am. This is a free event played under cover and everyone is welcome. Take the children during the School Holidays for some fun on the greens. 

 The Tewantin Noosa Pony Club is welcoming new members for 2026. The first muster for the year will be held at Butler Street, Tewantin on  Sunday the 18th of January, commencing at 8am. Go along and check out their lovely grounds and get information on what is required to become a member.

The Australasian Country Music Association’s first concert for the year will be held at the Hall of Fame, Steggalls Road, Yandina, on Sunday the 18th of January, commencing at 11am. Enjoy music from talented local artists backed by a great house band. Entry is only $15.

Celebrate the spirit of Australia, with a diverse collection of paintings, drawings and mixed media, created by the talented members of the Blackall Range Visual Artists. Join them at St Mary's Hall, Montville, on Thursday the 22nd to Monday the 26th of January, from 10am to 3.30pm, for a vibrant exhibition showcasing the best of local artistry. All items on display will be for sale at affordable prices.

February

Are you motivated and have a few spare hours, why not become a volunteer with Sunshine Coast Riding for the Disabled, located at Monak Road, North Arm? The first Orientation & Induction for 2026 is on Monday the 2nd of February, from 9am to midday. No experience with horses or disabilities is required. Further training is available until Friday the 6th February.

Are you looking for a new fun activity where you can meet new friends? Why not learn to play Bridge? Caloundra Bridge Club is holding a 6 week Beginner Course, commencing on Wednesday the 4th of February at 8.30am, & continuing every Wednesday and Friday morning. For more information e-mail accredited Teacher, Bob Hannam at bobh4551@gmail.com or go to the Caloundra Bridge Club website and click on Lessons.

Sunshine Coast Bridge Club Buderim is a great place to learn how to play bridge. Their next beginners course commences on Monday the 9th of February for six weeks from 8.30 to 11.45am, at Syd Lingard Drive, Buderim. After just six lessons you’ll be able to play bridge in supervised sessions and enjoy all the benefits of this fascinating and social game. For more information visit the club website: www.suncoastbridge.com.au or email: teaching@sunshinecoastbridge.com.au or telephone Lisa Phillips: 0412 196 457.

General Information

Do you have small household items that need some TLC? Thinking of binning it? Why not take it to the Caloundra Repair Café for assessment and possible repair. They are open from 9am to 12.30pm on the last Saturday of each month, at the Caloundra Community Centre, 58A Queen Street Caloundra. For more information email caloundrarepaircafe@gmail.com call Dorothy on 0450 062 543 or see their Facebook page.

 Ruby’s Room Ministry for Women meet at 9.30am on the last Saturday of each month at Connections on King, Buderim Uniting Church Hall. It’s a fun morning of merriment and fellowship, with guest speakers and musical talent, as well as a delicious morning tea.  For more information phone Caz on 0423 824 096.

 The Caloundra Stamp Club meets at the Bellvista Meeting Place, Lomond Crescent, at 12.30pm on the fourth Thursday of each month through to November. Go along to exchange books, and check out the bargain table where members sell surplus items. There is also a mini auction and raffle. New members and visitors are welcome. For more information call Catherine on 0406 018 456.

2026 is the year of the Horse, action, ambition, and adventure, so it’s time to try something new and a little bit different! Join the Maleny Players Monthly Play Reading, on the last Friday of every month, from 9.30am to midday, at the Playhouse Theatre in the Showgrounds. Morning Tea is provided with a small fee of $5 to cover expenses. For more information phone Pat Lovell on 0402 618 030.  

 Technology is constantly changing, and those changes are here to stay. Since you can’t beat 'em, why not join 'em? The Sunshine Coast Computer Club can help with phones, tablets, computers, and other issues. Sessions are held over 3 hours, on Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings, at Buderim Goodlife Centre and Meridan Plains Community Centre. Visit sccc.org.au for more information.

 The Hinterland Music Club invites you to go Country at The Big Shed, Historical Village, Bryce Lane, Maleny on the second Saturday each month, except January, from 11am to 4pm. Walk up artists are welcome including beginners, please bring 5 chord charts. Admission is $7 or $5 for Members, Sausage sizzle lunch $3, and  bottomless tea/coffee, gold coin donation. For further information phone Barry 0427 659 687.

The Kidney Support Network provide a transport service for dialysis patients to get to and from hospital for treatments, and service 6 hospitals across the Sunshine Coast. They are currently in urgent need of Volunteer Drivers. Vehicles are provided and are based in Currimundi and Maroochydore. For more information call Ann on 0410 749 074 or email sunshinecoastadmin@ksn.org.au

Community Refugee Sponsorship Australia supports everyday Australians to come together, and help refugees rebuild their lives with dignity, safety and belonging. From welcoming them at the airport, to helping with local orientation and being a friendly face to turn to, community sponsorship is all about connection, compassion and support. If you can help, they would love to hear from you. To learn more visit refugeesponsorship.org.au.

Have you ever sold a possession to finance gambling? After losing, have you felt you had to keep gambling to win back your losses? Problem gamblers who can’t stop by themselves can find strength to succeed through Gamblers Anonymous. Help is available. For more information on attending a local meeting, call 0467 655 799.