Petrie Creek Catchment Care Group Inc is again coordinating a Clean-Up Australia Day site at Quota Park Nambour. 

The group is seeking volunteers to help with the event on Sunday March 3.

“We’re asking people to arrive anytime between 7.30am and 11am,” said Site Coordinator Jamie Slaven.  “We are meeting at the large BBQ shelter at Quota Park. You can come and go whenever you wish in that time period and help us pick up as much rubbish as we can. We’re planning to pick up rubbish along Petrie Creek and in the surrounding business area of Nambour.”

Jamie said the event was an opportunity to collect rubbish that had washed down with the stormwater and to prevent further spread down into the Maroochy River estuary. “Quota Park is a central location with plenty of areas that need a tidy up. Petrie Creek is home to a local platypus population and it is important to protect and treasure its natural environment.” 

How to help:

Bring sturdy shoes and your own gloves.  The group will supply gloves for anyone who doesn’t bring some.  Morning tea refreshments will be provided for everyone who helps. This is suitable for all the family.  You can register your interest or find more information on the Clean Up Australia Day website by searching for the “Nambour” site. Or you can contact Jamie on 0432 567 603. “Otherwise we’re happy for people to just turn up on the day,” said Jamie. 

Maleny welcomes chamber music stars

The Maleny Arts Council is set to enchant music lovers with an afternoon of chamber music at the Maleny Community Centre on Sunday, March 10, 2024. The performance, running from 2pmto 3.15 pm, features Australia’s renowned musicians, violinist Courtenay Cleary and pianist Alex Raineri.

The duo will deliver a compelling program, including Beethoven’s Sonata No. 1 for Violin and Piano, Respighi’s Sonata in B minor, and Clara Schumann’s Three Romances. This blend of classical and contemporary pieces promises an afternoon of virtuosity and emotion.

Tickets are available at $45 for adults, $40 for members, and $25 for students. The event concludes with a social gathering, offering an exclusive opportunity to meet the artists.  Tickets via www.trybooking.com or www.malenyartscouncil.com.

Live @ The Chapel to showcase local talent

The next Live @ The Chapel Nambour event, featuring Sunshine Coast artists, Andy & Sharny Chapman and Matty Bateson, is set for Saturday, March 2, 2024. Hosted by Ignite Christian Church & Aussie Grown Radio at 29 Short St, Nambour, the event runs from 6pm to 8pm. Entry is free, with donations accepted to support the artists. Drinks and nibbles are available for purchase.

Headliners Andy & Sharny Chapman, known for their engaging worship music and have a heart for Indigenous missions, particularly in the South Pacific. Details, visit www.facebook.com/LATCNambour/. Contact Hank David at hank@aussiegrownradio.com or  0412 747 315.

Woombye Happy Days is coming again

Woombye Community & Business Association,  will again present the Woombye Happy Days Festival on Sunday May 5 from 10am-10pm at the School of Arts in Hill Street. The 1950s/60s themed, fun filled community event for families will include dancing, bands, children’s activities, food, classic cars and market stalls. Major sponsors are the Woombye Community & Business Assoc and Bendigo Bank Woombye. For information or to get involved please email Milo Frawley at woombyecommunity@gmail.com.

Beginner Netball coaching workshop 

A beginner coaching workshop run by Netball Queensland will take place on March 2, starting at 8.30 am at the Nambour & Districts Netball Association’s Woombye Courts. The workshop will provide insights into various aspects of coaching, including understanding the role of the coach, providing effective feedback, and creating session and season plans.

 It’s an opportunity for coaches to enhance their skills. Sessions are free. Register at https://registration.netballconnect.com/login

Indoor all-weather market for Nambour

A brand new indoor, all-weather market will be held in Nambour every Sunday.

Organisers say Nambour Indoor Market will offers local produce and an eclectic range of hand-made products, vintage items and clothing, local artists, live music and more.

Early on, the market will comprise 15-20 stalls, at Dance, Art Etc, at 120 Currie St.

It is planned to expand to a second venue in the future to house at least another 30 stalls and more.

The first market is planned for  April 7, 9am-2pm.  

The new market will join other regular local Nambour markets including the Rummager’s Market, Thursday Town Square Market and Friday Night Markets.

A morning with Dr Peter McCullough

Moving Forward Sunshine Coast invites you to a morning with Dr Peter McCullough on Saturday the 2nd of March. 

Dr McCullough is a world renowned cardiologist, an internist and an epidemiologist.

“Dr McCullough has had years of dedicated academic and clinical service and has reviewed thousands of reports, participated in scientific congresses and group discussions, and has been considered among the world’s most recognised experts,” said event organiser, Abby Begeta. The event is being held at the North Shore Community Centre at 701 david Low Way, Mudjimba, between 9.30am and 12 midday. Tickets are $15 per person: www.tickettailor.com/events/movingforwardsunshinecoast

Experience afternoon of romantic chamber music

Please join Pacific Chamber Players for a finer selection of Romantic chamber music 2.30pm Sunday 10 March at Palmwoods Memorial Hall and Sunday 17 March at Cooroy Memorial Hall.  

“A Fine Romance” is the Players first chamber concert series for 2024 and will feature Andrew Paszkowski (viola), Sue Hunkin (oboe), Christy Dykes (clarinet), Carolyn Moore (horn), Neil Heymink (bassoon) and Janet Brewer (piano).

Patrons will be swooned by Bruch’s engaging 8 Pieces for Clarinet, Viola and Piano, Op.83, Tomasi’s rustic and lilting “Concert Champêtre”, Lickl’s delightful Cassazione in Eb for Wind Quartet and Beethoven’s symphonic Quintet in Eb for Piano and Winds, Op.16.  The Lickl has a very Mozartian feel and was first attributed to his genius.

Tickets are $35 Adult, $32 Concession, $12 School Student, and $25 each for a group of 8 or more.  

These are available online at www.pacificchamberplayers.com or cash at the door. 

Now Showing at Majestic Cinemas

Here’s what’s showing now at Majestic Cinemas in Nambour.  

Now Showing: “Madame Web” (action/superhero); “Bob Marley One Love”; “Force of Nature. The Dry 2”; “Argylle” (action/spy); and from Feb 22 “Baghead” (horror), “Trust Fall Julian Assange” and “Soul” (disney/kids).

• For more information on session times please visit www.majesticcinemas.com.au or phone 5441 2954.

Community Bingo morning, Mapleton 

A Community Bingo Morning will be held on Friday March 1 from 9.30am to 11.30am at Mapleton Library and Community Centre. Cost is $12 which incudes morning tea and game sheet. 

Money raised will support the Mapleton Library and Community Centre.

Bookings preferred. Phone 5445 7011 or email mapletonlibrary@gmail.com. But organisers will happily accept walk-ins on the day.

Tribute to Linda Ronstadt at Country Music Club

The Maroochy River Country Music Club is set to host its March concert with a special tribute to country music legend Linda Ronstadt. 

Scheduled for Sunday, March 10th, the event will commence at noon at the ACMA Country Hall of Fame, located on Steggalls Road in Yandina.

Entry fees are modestly priced at $10 for non-members and $8 for members.

Enjoy raffles and complimentary coffee and tea.  Contact Darryl on 0458 671 568.