4 When you hear the word Sailability, what springs to mind — sunshine on the water, the wind in your hair, or simply the ability to sail? In reality, Sailability is something far more meaningful. It’s a community built on inclusion, independence, and the simple joy of being out on the water, regardless of physical ability. Sailability Gold Coast is a volunteer run, not for profit organisation dedicated to giving people with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy on water activities. Our fleet includes twelve 303 class skippered dinghies, three keelboats with crew, and a fully accessible pontoon boat designed to accommodate wheelchairs and carers. No sailing experience is required — just a desire to enjoy time on the water. Our on shore facilities include dockside hoists for easy boat access, lifejackets, slings, and supportive seating pods. And after a morning on the water, there’s even the traditional sausage sizzle to refuel and share a chat. We operate every Tuesday from 9am to 1pm at the Southport Yacht Club, Hollywell Sailing Squadron in Marina Crescent, Hollywell. Visitors, carers, and newcomers are welcome at any time. If you’ve ever thought about volunteering, we would love to have you join us. Sailing skills aren’t necessary — there are many roles both on and off the water, and we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Most importantly, you’ll become part of a fun, supportive community. For more information, visit www.sailabilitygc.org. A bit of background - Sailability began in the UK in the early 1980s, thanks to the vision of Ian Harrison MBE. It has since grown into a global network operating in 23 countries, with 178 clubs in the UK alone. Queensland is home to 15 clubs, stretching from the far north to the state border — a testament to what passion, community spirit, and a shared love of the water can achieve. Here on the Gold Coast, that legacy is thriving. It lives on through dedicated volunteers, embraced by participants, and celebrated every time someone heads out on the water and enjoys whatever the day brings. SAILABILITY GOLD COAST The Rotary Club of Coomera Valley, as community custodians of the Cenotaph, invite our community to the 2026 Upper Coomera Anzac Day March and Service. The event provides the opportunity for returned servicemen and women and their families, schools, service clubs and the community to pay their respects to those who have served and continued to serve our country and those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. Details of the event are as follows; 1. March originates from Highland Reserve State School main hall building. 2. Marchers should arrive at the school between 8.00 and 8.45. (Drop off is possible via school drop and go zones). 3. Marchers will be asked to form up between 8.45 and 8.55 with the march leaving the school hall at 9.00 am. 4. The March proceeds down Highland Way and Rose Valley Drive to the Cenotaph in Tallowwood Park. 5. The Service is intended to start at approximately 9.30 am and will be complete by 10.30. 6. Some road closures will be in place along Highland Way and Rose Valley drive (see later our Facebook event page for details). Please follow the Rotary Club of Coomera Valley Facebook page for information on the event as it comes to hand. Our Facebook event page, 2026 Upper Coomera Anzac Day March and Service deals specifically with the event. Please share with your family and friends. Contact us via coomeravalleyrotary@gmail.com or 0478 246510 should you have questions regarding the event. The club would like to hear from any community members who might like to volunteer on the day or be part of our ongoing activities in this regard. Thank you to GCCC councillors Donna Gates and Naomi Fowler and MP Mark Boothman for their ongoing support of the event. In the past 12 months local member Mark Boothman and his office have Anzac Day at Upper Coomera 2026 created an awesome website called Coomera Anzacs. It can be found on the web at https:// coomeraanzacs.com/home or you can click on the following QR code. It provides an excellent source of information regarding the districts Anzac Day marches and services, the history of the Upper Coomera Cenotaph and details of the soldiers whose names are forever remembered on the Cenotaph.
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