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New 350-seat restaurant and bar the key to next stage of the revitalisation of The Wharf Mooloolaba

Published on: August 23, 2017Category: News

A new 500m2 restaurant and bar to be launched in time for Christmas signals the continuation of the revitalisation of The Wharf Mooloolaba precinct, according to Dirk Long, co-owner of Evans Long.

The Dock – At The Wharf – Mooloolaba will be a new restaurant and bar specialising in smoked meats, charcoal grill and quality beer.

“The new 350-seat venue is a key part of our plan to return The Wharf to the bustling recreation, dining and entertainment precinct that it was in its heyday,” Mr Long said.

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“Foote-tapping” music coming to Buderim rainforest sanctuary

Published on: July 11, 2017Category: News

The beautiful Foote War Memorial Sanctuary in Park Lane Buderim will host a lively concert on Sunday July 30 with food and plant stalls opening at 11am and the music beginning at 12.30pm.

In Buderim’s Foote Sanctuary in preparation for the Foote-Tapping Music Concert on July 30 hosts and performers met to discuss the big day.
They are (l to r) Geoffrey Hole, David Wood (Sanctuary) Art Schouten and Bev Gourlay(singers) Mrs Lyn Richards (a direct descendant of the Foote family) Rebecca Morgan and Trevor Mitchell (singers).

The program has been devised by the well-known Buderim singer and concert organiser Bev Gourlay to include vocalists, a choir and instrumental items, all cheekily labelled Foote Tapping.

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Sunshine Coast International Readers and Writers Festival just six weeks away

Published on: July 7, 2017Category: News

MORE than 100 international, national and regional creatives will converge on Coolum on August 12 and 13 for the 2nd annual Sunshine Coast International Readers and Writers Festival.

The festival runs over two days and one night in five venues including the Coolum Civic Centre and major presentation marquees in the precinct’s Jack Morgan Park.

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Grant applications sought as Buderim Foundation’s 2017 program gets underway

Published on: May 23, 2017Category: News

The Buderim Foundation’s 2017Community Grants Program gets underway on Friday June 2. Now in its tenth consecutive year, eligible community groups benefitting the Buderim community are encouraged to apply for grants up to $10,000.

Lisa Edward, Chair of the Foundation’s Grants Committee said that this year, successful grant applicants were likely to share a total grant pool of approximately $60,000.

The 2017 grants will be in addition to more than $340,000 already granted to more than 60 community groups since the Foundation’s grants program began in 2008.

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Buderim honours local ANZACs

Published on: April 24, 2017Category: News

The Buderim War Memorial Community Association (BWMCA) will again honour local ANZACs during ANZAC Day Commemoration this year.

This year the program’s cover features Buderim hero, Sapper John Dahl, who was killed in action in 1916.

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Sunreef Mooloolaba to celebrate with Anniversary and Easter Party

Published on: April 3, 2017Category: News

Sunreef Mooloolaba are throwing a massive party to celebrate the one-year anniversary of its move to the Wharf Mooloolaba.

There will be Free Try Dives in their special dive tank, face painting, MIX FM’s famous BBQ and Lolly Bar – as well as a MASSIVE Easter Egg Hunt with more than $5,000 in prizes to be won.

Sunreef’s Dan Hart said it has been a great year for the company since its move. “We are continuing to grow and are seeing more and more people coming diving with us and we are also looking forward to our fourth Swim with Humpback Whales season starting in July,” Dan said.

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Buderim Foundation lends a Helping Hand to assist local families

Published on: March 24, 2017Category: News

School expenses such as clothing, shoes and stationery supplies can be challenging for many families. So, the Buderim Foundation is proud to be a part of the 2017 FRRR Back to School Program that offers $50 Target vouchers to families who require some assistance.

Managed by The Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR), this program supports students and their families who attend schools in our local area.  This year, with significant financial support from our local Buderim Lions and Rotary Clubs, the Buderim Foundation is able to distribute 250 Target vouchers valued at $50 each, a total worth of $12,500.

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Mentoring Through Sport provides boost for Buderim youth

Published on: March 20, 2017Category: News

Some Buderim Mountain State School students have been receiving mentoring as part of a SunnyKids sports mentoring program delivering a lot more than just activity and fitness. The program was funded by a Buderim Foundation community grant.

We know that sport is great for kids. It keeps them fit, gives them a break from computers and screens and provides opportunities for social growth. However, we are now discovering extra benefits when sporting activity is enhanced with qualified mentoring and guidance. These include improved emotional and behavioural responses.

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Sunreef Mooloolaba to submerge & switch off for Earth Hour awareness

Published on: March 17, 2017Category: News

SUNREEF Mooloolaba will be running a very special Earth Hour Submerged Dive on the ex-HMAS Brisbane to celebrate Earth Hour on Saturday March 25.

For the third year, Sunreef will be part of the national Earth Hour Submerged campaign to raise awareness about the impact everyone can have on the preservation of our oceans.Sunreef will head out for a night dive and once submerged on the HMAS Brisbane wreck, turn their torches off in symbolic support of the Earth Hour initiative.

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