20 FREE for not-for-profit community & sporting groups COMMUNITY NOTICES WANTED SENIOR 10 PIN BOWLERS for Settlers League bowling 3 games on Friday afternoon with 3 to a team from 1 to 3pm. PH Roy on 5591 2221. “SING SING SING”(Paradise Point) - Free Community singing group every second Wednesday 9.30am at Paradise Point Uniting Church building, 126 Paradise Parade, Paradise Point. No fees or auditions, no matter what your singing voice, just a love of music is required. If you can talk, you can sing. Come and feel the magic of singing many popular songs with a great group of people. Singing is wonderful for your mind and body and elevates your soul. Yvonne 0408771201 FOR LOVERS of THE ARTS: ARTSNATIONAL GOLD COAST invites you to join our monthly Saturday morning lectures on a wide variety of arts-related subjects presented by national and international specialist speakers. Be entertained and informed then join us for morning tea. Bookings essential. https://www.artsnational. au/societies/gold-coast-bundall/ For lecture and membership details call Bernadette on 0484227065 or email bmurray079@gmail.com STANDBY SUPPORT AFTER SUICIDE is Australia’s national service supporting people bereaved or impacted by suicide including families and friends who have lost someone to suicide, first responders who have attended a suicide and members of the public who have witnessed a suicide. StandBy is accessible 7 days a week, providing free face to face and/or telephone support at a time and place that is best for each individual. PH: 1300 727 247. VOLLEYBALL - Every Saturday morning, we have a fun time playing social beach volleyball at Main Beach. In the winter we start at 7:30 am. When daylight saving begins in NSW we start at 7:00 am. We have a mix of ladies and gents. New players are most welcome, and it is free! PH: Judy on 0405490615. TOASTMASTERS UPPER COOMERA meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 6.45pm for a 7pm start at The Meeting Place, Oxenford Coomera Community and Youth Centre, 25 Leo Graham Way, Oxenford. We are a thriving, friendly and proactive club who welcome new guests and members of other clubs to join us each meeting. Free parking. Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organisation that builds confidence and teaches public speaking skills through a worldwide network of clubs that meet online and in person. In a supportive community or corporate environment, members prepare and deliver speeches, respond to impromptu questions, and give and receive constructive feedback. Turn up or email uctminfo@gmail.com SOUTHPORT PROBUS COMBINED CLUB. We welcome new members to join our group for ‘Fun, Friendship & Fellowship’. We meet on the 1st Wednesday of each month at Dublin Docks, Harbour Town, at 10am for morning tea at 10.30. An interesting speaker follows. Monthly outings are held on 3rd Wednesday. Call Darryl 0405 346 055 or Ann 0418 601 247. Email dar.jan@bigpond.com The TAOIST TAI CHI SOCIETY OF AUSTRALIA INC offers new classes of instruction in taoist tai chi at Southport Community Centre, weekly on Tuesday 10:30am12noon. The sessions are open to all ages and health conditions. The first session is obligation free. Preregistration is essential. email brisbane@taoisttaichi. org or PH: 1800 108 801. A.R.A.G.C. CAR CLUB - We welcome new members to our very friendly like minded and small group of classic car lovers. Monthly weekend runs to various points of interest, monthly mid-week lunch runs at different venues. We meet most Saturdays 7am at Espresso 25 at 1 Boatworks Dr, Coomera. Mid year weekend away and a end of year Christmas Party. Various Vintage and Classic car events. General meeting held Bi-monthly at a designated place and time. PH: Peter 0493092341 THE COOMERA RADIO YACHT CLUB welcomes persons wishing to learn to sail Radio Controlled Yachts in our sailing venue at Damian Leeming Lake at Oxenford, Wednesdays from 1pm. Open to seniors, college aged young people plus those with physical disabilities. We provide help and advice using members boats. Offers excellent hand eye coordination, enjoyment, meet new people in friendly, competitive environment. PH: 0450 176 522 or ronbrown6511@gmail.com LINE DANCE WITH LEAH - Mondays: Lakeside Community Centre, 25 Rose Valley Dr, Upper Coomera. 8.40-9.20am Absolute Beginner-Beginner. 9.30-11.00am High Beginner-Low Intermediate. Tuesdays: Studio Village Community Centre, 87 Village Way, Oxenford. 4.25pm5.25pm Absolute Beginner-Beginner. 5.30pm-7.30pm Improver-Intermediate. Fridays: Canungra School Of Arts Hall, 3 Pine St, Canungra. 9.30-11.30am High BeginnerLow Intermediate. Enquiries Leah Cook 0403 460 365. • CENTRAL • SURFERS PARADISE BRIDGE CLUB AT BENOWA is “where bridge players keep learning.” From Beginners to Experienced, for locals and visitors to the GC - all very welcome. Check-out our website: www.surfbdge.com, for details of our play and competition program, and upcoming lessons for Beginners and Improvers, plus occasional sessions with visiting experts. Sessions on 6 days most weeks. Easy parking, light refreshments. 1 Carrara St, Benowa, with entry to car park from Ashmore Road (eastbound lane). WANTED MUSICIANS for Irish / English traditional music sessions. Players of Cello, Violin, Harp, Flute, Recorder, Bodhran, Banjo, Guitar, Uilleann pipes most welcome to join Nerang based group. Contact Trevor on 0418613821. U3A CENTRAL GOLD COAST (formerly U3A Broadbeach) offers classes and activities at venues across Central Gold Coast incl. Burleigh Waters, Broadbeach, Robina, and Mudgeeraba. Run entirely by volunteers, we offer fun, fitness, learning, and friendship through a range of classes: languages, art, mahjong, craft, guitar and ukulele. Other activities include yoga, walking, luncheons, and choir. Classes run during QLD School Terms. Enrolment Day Monday, 12th January at the Burleigh Waters Community Centre – 111 Christine Ave, Burleigh Waters. Visit www.u3abroadbeach.com or call 0436 449 139. PROBUS CLUB OF VARSITY LAKES is a mixed club for retired and semi-retired people seeking Fun and Friendshipmeeting on the 3rd Wednesday of the month with morning tea and guest speaker, a Dine Out and an outing which might be a coach trip, and low-cost interest groups such as Trivia, Walking, Book Club, Theatre and Music. Robina Community Centre, Robina Library precinct with support from Division 11 Gold Coast City Council. Enquiries: Roma Murray Ph: 0425 207 975 PANKINA SINGERS. A local community of seniors’ choir dedicated to sharing the joy of music and fostering connection through song. Our group is made up of men and women who come together to sing songs of past years to clients at Nursing Homes and to celebrate community harmony. Inaugurated in 1996, we rehearse each Thursday 11am at Aveo Gardens Robina. New members of all levels of singing welcome. Maree 0415984228 or Laine 0439630897. VOCALESCENCE ~ come and join over thirty beautiful, friendly women in this award winning a cappella chorus. Rehearsals are weekly, on Wednesdays, at 6.30. New Member Nights are advertised on our Vocalescence Facebook page or please ring Jo on 0417747935. 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. Mudgeeraba Music Centre. Ring Paul on 0408984046 SHARKS AIF SWIMMING CLUB for 18s+ Sunday morning swims at Somerset Pool, Sara Carrigan Court Mudgeeraba. Handicap style event races, so the only person you are swimming against is yourself. BBQ afterwards. A bit of fitness and a bit of fun. All ages and all levels of swimmers welcome. Just come along on Sunday 8.30am or call Helen ph 0419781352 for info. GOLD COAST CITY BRASS BAND is looking for new brass players to join our vibrant, community-based ensemble! Whether you play cornet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, baritone or horn, we’d love to hear from you. We welcome musicians of all ages and experience levels who are passionate about making music and being part of a fun, supportive group. With a proud history and an exciting future, we perform a wide variety of music—from traditional brass band favourites to modern arrangements—at concerts and community events. Get in touch today! Visit www.goldcoastcitybrassband.com/ or contact us at secretary@goldcoastcitybrassband.com BLOKES LOUNGE is a social group for men aged over 50, encouraging them to meet new people and make new mates. Activities include cycling, pickleball, darts, cards, computers, beach walking, tennis, golf, zoom online, guitar, BBQs, bowls, table tennis, tenpin bowling, rummikub. Members from across the GC meet fortnightly for lunch with guest speakers at Mermaid Waters Hotel, cnr Markeri St and Sunshine Blvd, Mermaid Waters. For information blokeslounge.org. au or call John Clark Secretary on 04196727871 or Ron Evans President 0n 0418664100 FUNCTIONAL FITNESS CLASS FOR SENIORS - Designed to help you move better, feel stronger and enjoy everyday life with confidence. Improve balance, strength and flexibility in a fully supportive fun atmosphere. Safe low impact exercises, all fitness levels welcome. Contact Rochelle 043833308. Robina and Clear Island Waters. LEARN TO DANCE 50’S ROCK ‘N’ ROLL with a friendly social crowd. Wednesdays (doors open 5:30). Beginner’s classes from 6:30, Social dancing to Rock’n’Roll bands from 7:30-9:30pm. The Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters. 4-week course for beginners starts 1st Wednesday of the month. $10 members, $15 non-members, incl lucky door ticket. Raffles available. Cash only. Membership $25pa (renewable from 1st Sept). Eftpos available at the bar. Bar open, but BYO food. Everyone welcome. Contact: 0419 500 123. www. goldcoastrockers.com Fb: Gold Coast Rockers Dance Club. SOCIAL MIXED TENNIS – NERANG / HINTERLAND TENNIS CLUB INC, CNR PRICE & NORTH STREET, NERANG. If you enjoy playing tennis, come and join our friendly mixed social tennis community group. Enjoy some outdoor exercise and a chat with new friends every Wed & Fri morning at 7.30am to 9.30am, Wed Evening at 6pm to 8pm, first Sunday of every month for Tennis & BBQ at 8am to 10.30am. See you soon. Enquiries Joan 0407 631 999 GOLD COAST LINE DANCING - New & Early Beginners through to Intermediate level, 9.30-11.30am Mon to Fri Italo-Australia Club, 18 Fairway Dr, Clear Island Waters. Also Wed night 6-8.30pm and Sat morning 9.30am-12.00noon New to Upper Beginners, William Duncan School Hall, Cnr Alexander Dr & Explorers Way, Highland Park, Nerang. PH Pam Probert 0410 505 740 pamseye@hotmail.com or Peter Probert 0490 467 032 peterprobert@hotmail.com MUSICIANS! THE ROOKIES BAND is a fun concert band with vacancies for music reading players. Do you play a woodwind, or brass instrument or bass (electric or acoustic)? Can you read and play two octaves of music? Do you want to play with others and have fun with music? Are you looking for community performance opportunities? We welcome all instruments and all ages. Rehearsing Mudgeeraba Tuesdays 4:30 to 6pm. Call Sal 0418664141 e: rookiesbandgc@gmail.com or find us on facebook. GOLD COAST RETIREES is a community Association of seniors, which is non-political and not for profit. We welcome self -funded and partly self-funded retirees to our stimulating meetings and social activities. Speakers on finance, investment, travel, health, the Arts and politics. We encourage discussion on issues affecting seniors and lobby governments in order to improve seniors’ lives. Broadbeach Senior Citizens Centre, 23 TE Peters Drive Broadbeach, between 9.30am and 12.00pm every second Thursday (general meeting) and third Wednesday (finance and investment meeting) of each month. We are actively seeking new members, so please contact- treasurer200gcr@gmail.com SURFERS PARADISE ROTARY - People of action in Your Community. Looking to give back, make new friends, and be part of something bigger? We support youth programs, local charities to organising fun events and International Aid projects Come along, no pressure and see what we’re all about. Guest Speakers and lively meetings. Meet likeminded people who, together, are making a difference – right here at home. We meet every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 6.00pm, dinner 7.00pm at Gold Coast Tavern, 150 Bundall Rd, Bundall. GOLD COAST ART & CRAFT GROUP CLEAR ISLAND WATERS. Come and join our friendly group on Wednesday mornings 9–12 noon at the Hospitality Centre, Surfers Paradise Catholic Church, Fairway Drive. Enquiries Parish Office 56717388. All welcome. Painting, Knitting, Water & Acrylic Sketching, Pen and Ink, Crochet, Model Planes etc. A place to meet and make new friends so do come along! GOLD COAST HUNGARIAN SENIORS CITIZENS CLUB meets every Tuesday 9.30 - 1.30pm at Broadbeach Senior Citizens Centre, 23 T.E. Peters Drive, Broadbeach. Hot lunch and activities provided. President, Frank Arva 0456925582. Secretary, Marta Novak 0488 208 400.
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