20 FREE for not-for-profit community & sporting groups •COMMUNITY NOTICES• If you would like to let readers know what is happening with your group/event, please email to info@localnewsletters.com for January issue by 12 December • NORTHERN • AGEING GRACEFULLY is a program delivered by Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC); dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of seniors. We offer a variety of exciting activities, from gentle exercise, in-house support and meditation to social events and workshops, all aimed at promoting a sense of community and wellbeing. Visit our website www.tmcgc.org/older-persons or contact us at (07) 5591 7261 or email: wellbeing@tmcgc.org - Proudly funded by the Queensland Government. BLUE CARE GRIEF and LOSS - “My name is Harold and I have attended the Blue Care Grief & Loss program. My wife passed away and for over 12 months I felt alone in my grief, and even with family near by I was still feeling alone. I found attending the Grief and Loss program, allowed me to explore my feelings and meet others who are in similar situations. To be given the opportunity to review where I was and to see a way forward has helped me to gain a greater understanding of the grieving process. At this stage I feel able to explore a new destiny using the guidance and coping strategies provided in the eight week program.” Blue Care are commencing a FREE Grief & Loss Program in February 2026. Enquiries and registration, please contact Kaye Hollings 0422 111 809 or Lyn Sheldon 0407 374 136. 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 0419 642 225. E: sipnsupgc@gmail.com MEDITATION GROUP: Biggera Waters, Tuesdays, every week from 10:30 – 12:30 pm. Including hands-on healing and discussion of the set topic. Internal lift, no stairs. Phone: 0409 834 575. Cost $5.00. OPERA LOVERS meet at the Dendy Cinema, Southport, from February to December, last Sunday of the month to view and discuss opera productions from around the world. Convenient tram connection. For info: friendsofoperainc.org or phone Ann 0434 915224, Sonia 0402984133 or Robert 0427 795570. Tea & coffee provided in a friendly and convivial atmosphere. All welcome! RED CROSS SOUTHPORT BRANCH need experienced knitters to create toys for sale on our fund raising stalls. Stall proceeds go towards creating the Red Cross Trauma Teddies for sick and needy children in our area and areas effected by cyclones and floods in QLD. Wednesday 9.00am till 12.30pm at 1 Mick Veivers Way, Owen Park Southport. Join our very social mornings to learn a new craft and enjoy morning tea and friendships. Free parking provided. PH Julie 0425236110 for more information. RUNAWAY BAY & DISTRICT SENIOR INDOOR BOWLS ASSOCIATION INC Welcomes new members to its social bowls games on Sundays and Tuesdays, 11:30am to 3pm, at Runaway Bay Community Centre, Lae Drive. Beginners receive free help and advice in a friendly atmosphere. Cost $3 per session incl. free afternoon tea. Annual membership $5 allows you to take part in social events, lunches and bus trips, many of which are free or subsidised. Contact Ihsan on 0416 450 367 or Ralph at runawaybaybowls@ hotmail.com RUNAWAY BAY PROBUS meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at the Seagulls Club, 225 Morala Ave, Runaway Bay at 9.30am. We offer Breakfasts, Morning Tea, Lunches, Movies, Ten Pin Bowling, Bi Monthly Coach trips. Fun and Friendship in retirement, anyone welcome to come to a meeting as a visitor from our local area. Ph Anita (membership officer) 0499 966 685. Come and join us . GOLD COAST MODEL RAILWAY CLUB welcomes those who have an interest in model trains! We’re a friendly club with the largest layouts on the Gold Coast and cater to HO, OO, N, S, On30 and G scale trains in a mix of DCC and DC. Clubrooms Kendor St, Arundel, next to The Bait Shop. Saturdays for running trains, public welcome. Maybe you’ve got some locos that you last used many years ago, and would love to run them but don’t have room at home? Bring them along! www.goldcoastmodelrailwayclub.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/goldcoastmrc/ ZONTA CLUB PARADISE POINT works through service and advocacy to build a better life for women and girls. Members meet on the third Tuesday of each month for a dinner meeting at the Tigers AFL Club 28 Ashton Street Labrador, commencing at 6:00pm. We raise funds to support local women’s organisations. Funds are raised through theatre nights and Bunnings BBQ’s. If you interested in joining a dedicated group of women please contact Merrilee 0402 108406 or paradisepoint@ zontadistrict22.org. NORTH GOLD COAST PROBUS CLUB is a mixed club that meets at 10am at the Dublin Docks Function Room, HarbourTown Drive Biggera Waters on the first Monday of each month. Members enjoy a variety of guest speakers, morning tea coffee, and door prizes at the meeting. Other club activities are conducted each month and may include: Outings, Bus trips, Walking Group, Book Club, Dining, Picnics and BBQ. Contact Paul 0424 243005 or Michael 0431 521303 for more info. 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. SOUTHPORT MILITARY MUSEUM opens first Sunday of every month from Feb to Dec, 9am-12pm except Father’s Day. Museum located Qld Naval Brigade Drill Hall, Owen Park, 210 Queen St, Southport, next to Southport Primary School. Entry and parking is free. Contact Noel 0437732575. THE ELDERS GOLD COAST. Are you looking for mixed friendship? We meet for lunches on Wednesday at various places so don’t stop home. Every Friday 10am for morning tea in the Runaway Bay Shopping Centre Food Court. Our age group covers from 50 plus. If you find it hard to meet others just looking for friendship, try reaching out and supporting fellow retirees NO FEES. Bob Sproston Co-ordinator Ph 0407793739/55633623 - theeldersgoldcoast@gmail.com SENIORS TABLE TENNIS. Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 12:00pm till 04:00pm (may vary on occasions). $6.00/members, $8.00/casuals. Gold Coast Table Tennis Centre, Herbertson Drive, MOLENDINAR. Phone John 041505771. PARADISE POINT SENIORS Community Centres, Community Lane, Paradise Point. 50 and over? Come and join our friendly members in our activities. Carpet bowls and cards on Monday, Thursday, Saturday 12-00 to 3-00pm. Afternoon tea provided. Monthly bus trips on Fridays, visiting very interesting places. Wednesday in small hall next door there is a painting class plus cards from 11.30 to 3.00pm. We will teach you in a very friendly manner. All welcome. Club President Ross Kimberley 0417925855, Noreen 0410875763, Noeline 0415134126, Painting contact Steph 0415171798. SOPO EUCHRE CLUB (Southport RSL). Monday night 5.45pm. Come and enjoy playing Euchre. Steve 0408 443 299. BROADWATER BRANCH ALP invites you to our social gatherings at the end of every second month. Look us up on our Facebook page and DM us for details. No speeches. No jargon. Just locals talking about what matters, laughing a little, and sharing ideas. Come solo or bring a mate. PARADISE POINT LADIES ASSOCIATION (celebrating our 40th year). We meet every Tuesday from 9.45 until 2pm at the Community Hall in Community Lane in Paradise Point where we enjoy cards, Mahjong and some delightful lunches throughout the year. Beginners welcome. $5 to join and $5 a week. Contact Catherine 0432567684. 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 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. THE GOOD SHEPHERD OP SHOP ASHMORE - We are looking for volunteers for our op shop in Ashmore, do you have a few hours or more to spare each week to volunteer with us? If so we would love to have you on our friendly team! No experience needed. Please contact our shop on 0451289429, or our manager Renée on 0426074582. THE GOOD SHEPHERD OP SHOP ASHMORE - Do you love op shopping and bargains? If so come in and browse through our op shop in Ashmore. We have a great range of men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing and accessories, homewares, books, toys, curiosities and so much more at fantastic prices! We are conveniently located next to Ashmore Plaza inside Ashmore Uniting Church. You can follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ goodshepherdopshop and call us on 0451289429. RED CROSS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS! Do you have some spare time? Make a meaningful difference in your community by becoming a Red Cross volunteer. You can help by: • Delivering Telecross or TeleCHAT phone support programs • Conducting home visits to elderly members of the community. Call 1300 559 992 or visit redcross.org.au/agedcarevolunteer RUNAWAY BAY BOWLS, CARDS & MAHJONG- Join our friendly club at Runaway Bay Community Hall on Wed & Fri, Doors open 11.30am play till 3pm. $3 Door Entry inc. afternoon tea & free door prizes. $3 yearly membership. Beginners welcome. Tuition provided. Cards we play 500, Euchre, Elevens, and Hand & Foot. Contact Hans on 0498686921. For Mahjong contact Doreen 0450301377. Ring Bowl Gordon 0428751292. HELENSVALE BRIDGE CLUB INC. meet in the North Hall Helensvale Community Centre, 31 Discovery Drive, Helensvale on Mondays and Wednesdays weekly. Arrival times are: Monday 10.45am play commencing at 11.15am; Wednesday 10.45am play commencing at 11am. Call Denise 0413 068 440 or Daphne 0477 005 074 http://helensvale.bridgeaustralia.org PROBUS CLUB OF ARUNDEL is a new friendly, mixed club for retired or semi-retired men & women. We meet at 9.45am for a 10.00am start, 2nd Wednesday of each month at Dublin Docks Meeting room. Variety of guest speakers, morning tea, fun, friendship and fellowship at each meeting. Club Activities/outings are arranged each month and may include, lunches, coffee & chat mornings, walking groups, happy hours, theatre/movie days, picnics, Day / Bus Trips etc. For more info, please contact President Ron on 0417329239. 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. COMBINED PROBUS CLUB OF PARADISE POINT INC. (membership 110) offers a wide range of 17 activity and interest groups to members and is renowned for its friendliness. We meet first Tuesday of the month (except Nov Melbourne Cup). Runaway Bay Seagulls Leagues Club from 9.30am. PH: Helen 0499 156 664 (Membership) or Tony 0413 559 902 (Secretary) or Lalit 0499 178 954 (President) You’re most welcome. NATIONAL SENIORS AUSTRALIA PARADISE POINT BRANCH meets at Dublin Docks Tavern Function Room on the second Monday of each month 9:30am for 10:00am start. Interest Guest Speakers, Raffles, Lunch available after meeting, Monthly social functions. Contact Geoff/ Margaret 55467952/0407676990.
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