Letters to the Editor 13/12/2023
REFLECTION Dear editor, As another year draws to a close it is time to reflect on what a year it has been. There have been some highs and some lows. Nevertheless, what we need to consider is what sort of…
North Shore community celebrates Christmas at Carnivale
It was definitely missed last year but this year the 11th North Shore Community Centre Christmas Carnivale was back bigger, and better than before as 1,400 locals came together to celebrate community and Christmas on Saturday, November 24. The free…
Music to their ears – Coolum High welcomes new arts/science learning hub
Ninderry MP Dan Purdie with Coolum State High School principal Troy Ascott, Education Minister Grace Grace and Coolum State High School students at the official opening of the new ‘Gagal Gira’ learning centre. Photo: Contributed THE NEXT big musical act…
A round of applause for the Class of 2023!
THE CLASS of 2023 have finished their high school studies and the students from Coolum State High School have once again donned full academic dress and were officially sent off at a graduation ceremony held at Twin Waters on Tuesday…
Yandina set to host Christmas Art & Design Market in Stevens Street
THE BUY local campaign will be in full swing on Saturday, December 9 as Yandina’s Stevens Street is set to transform into a festive shopping haven from 9am to 3pm with the inaugural Christmas Art & Design Market. A collaboration…
Community Update: Coolum Lions & Nippers
The Coolum Lions recently presented both the Marcoola and Mudjimba Surf Life Saving Clubs with cheques for $2,000 which will be used to fund their Nipper Education Programs which teach surf safety to children. Lion Doug Alford is pictured at…
Letters to the editor 29/11/2023
ROBODEBT Dear editor, Quote: “Never has so much been done to so many by so few”. Robodebt- Vulnerable people attacked by their own government as a money-raising policy - 450,000 victims wrongly accused of fraud: 2000+ suicides. Why? Just asking for friends? …
Capture the Spirit of Coolum in 2024 with Kezign Calendar
AS THE countdown to Christmas begins and presents are being bought, why not ‘wake up with Coolum’ for all of 2024 with one of Kerry Mulgrew’s (aka ‘Kezign’) stunning coastal calendars. The much-anticipated 2024 Calendars, a testament to Kerry’s passion…
Event Giveaway: SPIRIT OF LEONARD COHEN
The Advertiser has a double pass to giveaway to the ‘Spirit of Leonard Cohen’ biographical cabaret event which will be taking to the Civic Centre stage on Saturday, December 9. Photo: Contributed For one night only the ‘Spirit of Leonard…
Coolum Colts seek local sponsors for 2024 league season
The Coolum Colts are looking for more sponsors for the 2024 season. Sponsorship will see your business networked to the largest sporting club in Coolum, and your logo will be displayed on Colts jerseys. File Photo: Travis Macfarlane THE FORMIDABLE…