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2 The Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama has officially handed over the new command Vehicle to The Rocky Point Fire Brigade, marking a significant milestone for the local volunteer emergency service and wider community. The vehicle was funded as a joint campaign by the Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama and the Rocky Point Fire Brigade with strong support from local sponsors and businesses. The new command vehicle will enhance the brigade’s operational capability by providing improved on-scene coordination, communication, and general utility requirements. The vehicle handover was recognised at a well-attended community event at the Jacobs Well Hotel on Tuesday 17 March 2026 bringing together local volunteers, sponsors, community members, and dignitaries to celebrate the collaborative effort behind the project. Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama President Russell Mowles acknowledged the dignitaries in attendance. The State Member for Coomera, Michael Crandon, Gold Coast City Councill Division 1 Councillor and Deputy Mayor, Mark Hammel, Rotary Area Governor, Terry Newman, and Beenleigh Rotary President Tony Sykes, Queensland Fire Department Representative, Inspector Mark Wilkenson. Mr Mowles thanked the individual major sponsors, Craig and Nikky Dowling of Centra Developments, Brian, Mitchell and Fraser Gassman of Gassman Development Perspectives, Todd, and Camille Pepper who kindly donated and aided the collaborative effort behind the project . On behalf of Rotary and our local Ormeau, Pimpama, and surrounding communities, I want to thank our sponsors and supporters who helped make this project possible,” Mr Mowles said. This vehicle will significantly enhance the brigade’s operational capability by improving the on-scene co-ordination, communication, and support for our volunteer firefighters. Mr Mowles said the project highlighted the strength of community partnerships. “This initiative demonstrates what can be achieved when volunteer organisations, local Government and local businesses work together to support the people who serve on the front line,” he said. A further highlight of the evening was the presentation of Rotary’s highest honour, The Paul Harris Fellow award, to GCCC Division One Councillor and Deputy Mayor Mark Hammel. Mr Mowles said, “The award recognises Cr Hammels assistance in helping secure sponsorships as well as his previous assistance in supporting The Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama initiatives including, a command vehicle for the Ormeau Rural Fire Brigade and a 12– seater bus for “Esuarve”, a local award winning, not for profit group dedicated to assisting and helping disengaged youth in our community. Mr Hammel said he was humbled by the recognition and praised the strength of community partnerships across the Northern Gold Coast. This new command vehicle will make a real difference to the Rocky Point Fire Brigade and the volunteers who put their hand up to protect our community, ”Cr Hammel said. But more broadly, tonight is really about recognising the people, organisations and businesses in our community continue to step up and support local volunteer groups. I am incredibly humbled by the recognition, but the real credit belongs to The Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama, the sponsors and the volunteers who make projects like this possible. The event was a powerful demonstration of what can be achieved when volunteer groups, local government and businesses and volunteers work together. The new command vehicle stands as a symbol of community spirit and the shared commitment to supporting those who serve on the front line. Through partnership and service, the Ormeau-Pimpama community continues to show its unwavering support for its local volunteer groups. Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama hands over Command Fire Vehicle to Rocky Point Fire Brigade Rotary Club of Ormeau-Pimpama
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SAILABILITY GOLD COAST Love exploring Australia in your caravan, motorhome or camper trailer? Join a friendly group of mature travellers who enjoy companionship, adventure and the great outdoors. Formed in 1988, the Gold Coast Caravan Club Inc. brings together welcoming couples and singles who love travel, social connection and shared experiences. What We Do We hold monthly rallies, usually over four days, at caravan parks, showgrounds and scenic bush locations within easy reach of the Gold Coast. Enjoy games and group activities, day trips and scenic drives, campfires and shared meals, entertainment and local outings. Happy Hour at 4 pm daily is a favourite time to relax and catch up with fellow members. We also host a special roving rally each year and offer opportunities to attend State and National rallies. Membership To join, you must own a caravan, motorhome or camper trailer and be over 18 years of age. Please note - domestic pets and children under 18 years are not permitted at rallies. Looking for new friendships and great adventures? We would love to hear from you. Contact our Secretary, Lyn Mansfield 0409 645 888 goldcoastcaravanclub@gmail.com Your next adventure starts here. Discover friendship, freedom and fun with the Gold Coast Caravan Club Inc
8 WE HAVE 2 X $75 GIFT CARDS TO GIVE AWAY! WIN A $50 GIFT CARD (Coles Supermarkets, Coles Central, Coles Express, Myer, including Myer.com.au, Target, Kmart, Officeworks, Liquorland, Vintage Cellars and First Choice Liquor.) Simply complete the Crossword and/or the Sudoku puzzle and post to APRIL CROSSWORD COMPETITION or APRIL SUDOKU COMPETITION PO Box 3302, Burleigh Town City Q. 4220 Write your name and address on the back of an envelope. First correct crossword and first correct sudoku entry drawn will win. Entries close 10.05.2026 Winner notified by post. H H H H H H H Odd One Out Can you spot the word that doesn’t belong in each group? Take your time — the differences are subtle and may require careful thinking. Answers P. 11 1. Tasmanian Tiger – Dingo – Koala – Wombat – Bilby 2. Opera – Ballet – Symphony – Film Score – Concerto 3. Acacia – Grevillea – Eucalyptus – Fern – Banksia 4. Sydney Tower Eye – Eureka Tower – Q1 Tower – Rialto Tower – Federation Square 5. Cicada – Locust – Katydid – Grasshopper – Beetle 6. Mercury – Venus – Pluto – Earth – Mars 7. Shakespeare – Chekhov – Ibsen – Molière – Banjo Paterson 8. Topology – Algebra – Logic – Number Theory – Geometry SU DO KU Instructions: The numbers 1 to 9 must appear in each row, column and 3 x 3 box. Numbers can not be duplicated. No. 205 6 1 7 2 4 2 8 8 9 1 6 4 3 9 3 4 3 1 6 7 2 Answer next month AEROBICS AGILITY ATHLETICS BARBELLS BENDS CRAMP CYCLING WORD SEARCH - Find the mystery answer FITNESS ... ANSWER P. 11 DIET ENDURANCE ENERGY EXERCISE EXHAUSTION FOOD GYMNASTICS HEART JOGGING LEOTARD POWER STAMINA STOPWATCH STRENGTH STRETCHES TRACKSUIT TRAINING WARM UP YOGA CROSSWORD 205 by Mona Elliott ACROSS 1. Quake 7. Effort 8. Rules 9. End 10. Bank clerk 11. Indolence 14. Did 18. Matter 2 3 4 9 11 12 13 15 16 20 21 23 19. Most foul 21. Spain 22. Abrupt (music) 23. Headlands DOWN 1. Choke 2. Autocrats 3. Limit 4. Endure 5. Severe 6. Vegetable 12. Plus 13. Wedding 15. Banquets 16. Lure 17. Races 20. Verve Answer next month 1 8 10 14 22 5 6 7 17 18 19
9 The 2026 Gold Coast Film Festival opens with Warwick Thornton’s WOLFRAM following its critical acclaim at the Berlin Film Festival. Set in the same universe as the acclaimed 2017 film Sweet Country, WOLFRAM features standout performances from Deborah Mailman and its remarkable young leads, delivering a moving story of survival, resilience and unexpected connection. The Gold Coast Film Festival 2026 will close with the World Premiere of DON’T BE PREY, leaving an edge-ofyour-seat adventure into one man’s fight to reclaim his life by taking on the world’s most dangerous marathon swims, the Oceans Seven. Featuring unforgettable characters, raw vulnerability and breathtaking ocean feats, it’s a gripping, uplifting journey of resilience, reinvention and what it really takes to survive. Beyond the screen, the 2026 Gold Coast Film Festival is delivering an exceptional events program designed to inspire, celebrate and connect the screen community. Highlights include the always-inspiring Women in Film, presented by Screen Queensland, which shines a spotlight on the women driving innovation across the industry; the glittering Gold Coast Film Festival Awards Gala at Warner Bros. Movie World, celebrating the creative brilliance of Australian filmmakers; the EMERGE! Student Short Film Gala, giving emerging filmmakers the opportunity to showcase their talent on the big screen; and SIPFest: Shorts in Paradise, a premiere short film competition celebrating outstanding storytelling from the Gold Coast, across Australia, and around the globe. Each event offers audiences and industry professionals alike the chance to network, be inspired, and experience the magic of film in unforgettable settings. “Our focus is to deliver bold storytelling from voices around the World while building the incredible industry we have here in South East QLD,” said Luke Wheatley, CEO of the Gold Coast Film Festival. “Our opening and closing night films are a taste of what is to come from an exciting festival. Events like Women in Film, EMERGE! and our Awards Gala, are about strengthening the industry, celebrating exceptional talent and creating opportunities for the next generation of Australian filmmakers.” Tickets are on sale now to Opening and Closing Night Red Carpet Galas and our incredible featured events through www.gcff.com.au and the full programme for GCFF will be available from Thursday April 2. GCFF 2026 GOLD COAST FILM FESTIVAL 2026 Tue 22 Apr - Sat 3 May Red Carpets, Rising Talent and World-Class Cinema as WOLFRAM Opens Horoscopes May 2026 ARIES - May encourages you to slow the pace just enough to enjoy the moment. Early in the month, simple pleasures and small wins feel satisfying. Mid-month brings fresh ideas around money or plans, and by late May you’re chatting, connecting and back in your groove. TAURUS - It’s your time to shine, Taurus. May brings a gentle confidence boost and a sense of personal reset. Mid-month opens doors to new plans or goals, and by the end of the month you’re feeling more energised, social and ready to enjoy what you’ve set in motion. GEMINI - A quieter start to May gives you space to recharge before things pick up speed. Mid-month brings clarity and motivation, and by late May your social life sparks back to life. Expect messages, invites and plenty of lively conversations to keep you entertained. CANCER - May feels supportive and social, with friendships and group plans flowing easily. Mid-month may inspire a new goal or idea worth exploring. As the month wraps up, you’ll appreciate a slower pace and some downtime to recharge your emotional batteries. LEO - You’re in a productive mood this May, with early focus on goals and direction. Mid-month brings recognition or a small win that boosts your confidence. By late May, the energy softens and you’re enjoying time with friends or planning something fun ahead. VIRGO - May brings a fresh perspective and a touch of adventure. Early in the month you may feel drawn to try something new or different. Mid-month helps you get organised again, and by late May everything feels more settled, balanced and running smoothly. LIBRA - You’re finding your rhythm this month, Libra. Early May brings clarity in relationships or shared plans. Mid-month encourages a deeper look at what’s working, and by late May things feel lighter, with opportunities for fun, connection and easygoing moments. SCORPIO - Relationships take centre stage this May, with early moments bringing clarity and connection. Mid-month may introduce a shift in routine or plans, but nothing you can’t handle. By late May, things smooth out and you’re feeling more balanced and in control. SAGITTARIUS - May is all about finding a steady flow. Early in the month, routines and habits fall into place. Mid-month brings a fresh burst of energy or motivation, and by late May you’re ready for a bit more fun, spontaneity and social time. CAPRICORN - There’s a lighter, more playful feel to May, especially early on. Creative ideas or simple pleasures lift your mood. Mid-month brings focus back to responsibilities, and by late May you’ve struck a nice balance between productivity and enjoying yourself. AQUARIUS - Home and personal space feel important in early May, helping you reset and recharge. Mid-month brings new ideas or conversations that spark interest. By late May, you’re back out and about, enjoying connection, movement and a change of scenery. PISCES - May starts with a busy but enjoyable pace, with conversations and small plans filling your days. Midmonth helps you refocus on priorities, and by late May things feel more settled, giving you time to relax and enjoy a calm, steady rhythm.
10 Community Notices FREE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT, SPORTING & COMMUNITY GROUPS email your notice to info@localnewsletters.com • Deadline 15 April for next issue QCWA - COOMERA BRANCH - The Queensland Country Women’s Association (qcwa.org.au) is for women of all ages, from all walks of life and with different life experiences. We enjoy getting together monthly on the 2nd Wednesday for friendship, sharing and developing skills in healthy cookery, knitting & crochet, public speaking, photography, floral art as well as fundraising for local community, state and international causes. Check FB (qcwa Coomera), come to our Craft day on the 3rd Wednesday monthly, or call 0456625776. Children Welcome. ORMEAU PROBUS CLUB - Meet at the Ormeau Community Centre, Cuthbert Drive, first Monday of each month. (except if a public holiday then the 2nd Monday). 9.30 am for a 10am start. Interesting speakers and morning tea. Come along, meet and share your interests. Ideas for activities and social activities welcome to be added to our other social outings and groups. Any enquiries please contact Linda 0403567998 or Laurie 0402615349. E/ probusormeau@gmail.com SOUTHERN ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY is a local community space and astronomy group that meets monthly to explore the night sky. Our gatherings align with significant celestial events such as full moons, meteor showers and eclipses. All levels of experience: no equipment required, just curiosity and a love of space. Join SAS to connect, learn and share awe-inspiring moments under the stars. Find us on FB Southern Astronomical Society AFRICAN DRUMMING. Come and learn the fundamentals of African rhythm on traditional African drums. No musical background needed, and beginners are welcome. Group drumming is great for the brain and lots of fun. First class is free. Mondays 6:30 to 8pm. Nerang Community Hall. Ring Paul on 0408984046 OPERA LOVERS meet at the Dendy Cinema, Nerang Street Southport, from February to December on the last Sunday of each month to view and discuss opera productions from around the world. Convenient tram connection. For info: friendsofoperainc.org or phone Julie 0477 008524, Sonia 0402 984133 or Robert 0427 795570. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere. All welcome! PIANIST REQUIRED. We are a community choir in Southport, and would appreciate the assistance of a pianist for our Wednesday mornings rehearsals. Please phone Jeanette 0568 396 998 for further information. SIP N SUP CLUB – GOLD COAST Meets every three weeks at a great restaurant around the Gold Coast. All men welcome for beer, wine and food. We critique restaurants, have guest speakers but most of all we have a lot of fun. Generally Thursday afternoons, however, some evening events. 16 meetings per year. More info on Facebook and search for @sipnsupgc and/or phone Ron, our Club President on 0435 366 168. E: sipnsupgc@ gmail.com PIMPAMA PROBUS CLUB, a mixed Club, 9.30 for 10am, 4th Thursday monthly, at Pimpama Tavern, 102 Jacobs Well Road, Pimpama. Meetings have a guest speaker, trivia/activity, morning tea, fun and friendship monthly. Regular bus trips, tours, outings, cards, coffee & chat, craft, garden group, lunches, movies, theatre events add to the experiences offered. Contact: Kaye 0493 412 374/ Dawn 0411 404 311/E: pimpama.probus@gmail.com JACOBS WELL SOCIAL GROUP INC. Looking for a fun way to spend your weekend? Join us for indoor carpet bowls Saturdays from 12.45pm-4.00pm at Jacobs Well Community Centre, Riesenweber Park. $5 - Great chance to relax, socialise and enjoy some friendly competition (adults only). We also meet every Wednesday from 9.30am to 1.00pm for carpet bowls and card games. Special lunches, morning teas, bus trips and more throughout the year. PH: Margaret on 0418 849 845. QDN PEER SUPPORT GROUPS welcome all people with disabilities. Run by and for people with disabilities, our groups offer a supportive, inclusive space to connect with peers, share experiences, and build confidence. Gain knowledge, feel empowered, and help advocate for accessibility and inclusion. Gold Coast Diverse Disability Group: Nerang Library: 2nd Friday monthly, 10:30am– 12:30pm, 8 White St, Nerang. Gold Coast Hot Topics (for people with intellectual disability or ABI) Southport Centre:1st Friday monthly, 10:30am–12:30pm, 6 Lawson St, Southport. ORMEAU_PIMPAMA ART GROUP - Your Community Art Hub are a fun friendly group who would like to welcome everyone of all skill levels, so whether you are just starting your art journey or looking to brush up on existing skills or just wanting to try something new pop in and see us on Wednesdays 11am till 2pm at the Pimpama Church hall, 246 Creek Street, Pimpama. PIMPAMA MEN’S SHED - 15 Clark Way, Pimpama, behind the School of Arts opposite Pimpama State School open from 8am to 12 noon Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The shed is equipped with excellent woodworking and metalworking equipment. Members can work on personal tasks, help with community projects, or just sit and have a cuppa and a chat. Social, health and welfare programs, specialty visits, and presentations are also offered. Contact Secretary sec.pms@outlook.com.au. SOUTHPORT SCRABBLE CLUB - meets each Wednesday at the Southport Library from 1pm to 3:45pm. $4 for 3 games. All skill levels welcome. PH: Diana 0419 022 520 or dianamcmanus4@gmail.com LEARN TO PLAY BRIDGE - The Game that Boosts Your Brain Power. Beginner Lessons at Gold Coast Bridge Club. Wednesday 15th April to 20th May. Wednesday 1st July - 5th August . Wednesday 16th September - 21st October. 9am – 11am. For enquiries or to enrol, contact: juliekwicks@gmail.com or call Julie on 0424 420 638. Easy parking onsite. 2883 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise. VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED - St. Vincent de Paul is a non-profit Catholic Society established to help the poor, needy and those struggling in our communities. We distribute food vouchers and parcels, plus some financial assistance and counselling. Upper Coomera centre Tues-Thurs AM, Pimpama open Thursday AM. Computer literacy required. Usually only required once per week. Training provided. PH Stephen on 0413931217 or stephen.clancy@ svdpqld.org.au SOUTH COAST RESTORATION SOCIETY OPEN DAY: Our Vintage Display is open second Sunday of the month. Come and step back in time and experience the technology of yesteryear on display at South Coast Restoration Society Living Museum. Many sheds with various collections from a bygone era. ie stationary engines, water pumps, antiques, old tractors and heritage vehicles including a fire engine, fully restored steam roller, Heritage Print machines. Our engine shed runs a variety of engines on the day. Food and refreshments available. Directions: Exit 49 of the M1. Take Rifle Range Road, Entry is via the Pimpama Sports Hub entrance at the traffic lights. First left then follow the road up to the top of the hill. A great family day out. Free entry. SEW CRAZY QUILTERS INC. Meet every Thursday morning from 9.30am to 1.00pm at the Community Centre Discovery Drive, Helensvale. Wide variety of sewing interests among our members, including Quilting, Patchwork, embroidery, machine embroidery and art quilts. Come along and meet like minded crafters, feel free to bring either handwork or your machine. You can work on your own projects, or get involved in some Charity Sewing. There’s always something interesting going on. Please call our President Lynne. 0407 941711 THE ROTARY CLUB OF COOMERA VALLEY meets weekly at the Wattle Hotel, Reserve Road Coomera for dinner 6.00pm to 8.00pm. We work hard in our community to make a difference. If you would like to find out more, join us for a meeting. Contact via email, coomeravalleyrotary@gmail.com . We will respond via phone with details. Follow us on FB. Our major fundraising project involves collection of books, CD’s and DVD’s. These are sold at our annual 3 day book fair. We also hold monthly mini book fairs.
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