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WELL, L👀KIE HERE!! 

What's inside this week?

⚓New Subdivision on VP South - are we ready for it??
⚓The Legend of Kevin - he's STILL going strong!
⚓From Captain (the) Cook. High seas and Halloween
⚓Coochie Crochet Club - The Mandala Tree
⚓Winner, Winner, Chicken (Parmy) Dinner!
⚓...and the rest 👇👇👇

Scroll to the end for 'What's on in October' and 'Standing Items' for events &  key contacts on Coochie 👇👇👇

⚓ From the Helm⚓

As you well know, the weather is always a solid topic for conversation. For millennia we’ve understood we can’t control it, and talking about it won’t change a thing — yet we still do!

And why not? It’s one of those easy connection points for the community. Especially this week, after we copped our first real storm of the season. We had plenty of warning, of course, and could feel the heat and humidity building until we could barely breathe (or see, with sweat stinging our eyes), yet somehow, we still acted surprised when the thunder cracked and the lightning got a bit too close for comfort.

I’ll admit it, I do love me a good storm. And from the chatter in both the Coochie Community and  Coochiemudlo Island Residents Facebook groups, it seems I’m not alone!

While the gardens drank it all in, my main concern was my carboat (that’s a tinnie, for the uninitiated). It was hitched to the back of my houseboat, safely away from the jetty downpipe, or so I thought, when the heavens opened. I had vivid images of it filling with rainwater, tipping over, and me standing helpless on the beach, watching it happen.

Cue action stations! I called a couple of boatie mates who jumped in to help haul it back to the jetty for a good bail-out before dragging it up onto the beach to wait out the rest of the rain. Thank you, legends. I appreciate you more than you know. 

There’s never a dull moment for a boatie, and lately, it seems there’s never a dry one either!

🎃 Happy Halloween for Friday (there's still time to register YOUR house  on the Trick or Treat map) — here’s to green lawns, blue skies, and a little sunshine to sail us into the week ahead.

Until next tide,

Adaire Palmer

Editor, Coochie Community Online
Aboard Adaire to Dream

🏝️ New Subdivision Proposed for Victoria Parade South ⛏⚒🧰🔨🏘

Is Coochie prepared for the influx?

A new development application has been lodged for a major subdivision on Coochiemudlo Island, the first of its kind in years.

While development has long been expected, many residents are now questioning whether the island’s fragile infrastructure and environment can cope with what’s coming next…

Read More...

Image Credit: Nick Obrien

By Captain (the) Cook

A True Spooky Story from the High Seas 🍳⚓️
Halloween Special 👻

Once upon a time (okay, not that long ago), I somehow became an Amazon Live Influencer, quite possibly the only one in Australia. Feeling bold, I challenged my colleague Nick to a friendly live cook-off. What I didn’t know at the time was that Nick happened to be a graduate of the Raymond Blanc Cookery School, complete with a fully equipped chef’s kitchen.

Me? I was cooking on a boat, with a two-burner gas stove so close together I could only use one at a time without melting something I shouldn’t. 😅

Despite the odds, the wind (and the occasional wave), we went live every week for over a year, cooking up storms and selling kitchen gadgets on Amazon. The time zones made things interesting, I’d be whipping up dinner while Nick was frying up breakfast, but somehow it worked.

In this particular episode, Nick’s making Chilli Con Carne while I’m brewing Kombucha. Normally we’d cook the same dish, but as I explain in the intro, boat life requires a certain… flexibility (and the occasional plan B when the wind is high and the gas runs low).

We had an absolute blast — proof that you don’t need a fancy kitchen to cook up a good laugh and a great story. 😄

Coochie - Your Community; Your Contribution🏝🤝😍

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Together, we’ll build a community resource that every Coochiemudlian (and our ML neighbours) will be glad to have in their inbox.

Artisans on Coochie

Congratulations Mary & Adrian on 💥WINNING💥the October draw for a $50 Voucher to the Coochiemudlo Island Beach Bar & Grill!

Sponsors of the Coochie Community Online 🏆

🥂Who will win the next one? Drawn on Wednesday 5 November, winner notified by email. Register here. 

Events on Coochie 📅

Op Shop Open - Saturday 1 Nov 8.30am

🙏 Alpha at Pineridge Chapel

Lourens and Lizaan Malan would love to welcome you to join them on a journey of faith — a space to share questions, reflections, and encouragement together.

Alpha is all about exploring life, purpose, and the Christian faith in a safe, open environment. It’s not about having all the answers, it’s about good conversations where everyone’s perspective is valued.

Each Monday night includes a relaxed dinner (complimentary) followed by meaningful discussion. Alpha is completely free, and everyone is welcome.

📅 When: Monday nights, 25 August – 3 Nov
🍲 Dinner: Provided, free of charge
📍 Where: Pineridge Chapel
📱 RSVP: Please text 0433 342 440 by Monday, 3 Nov so we can set a place for you at the table.

Come curious, come hungry, and come as you are. We’d love to have you with us.

Standing items

Your portal for information about Coochie

🌴Stay Connected on Coochie 🌴

Life on Coochiemudlo Island is all about community. Whether you’re here full-time, part-time, or visiting, it’s easy to get involved and feel at home.

From emergency services and medical contacts to local clubs, sports, and social groups, there are plenty of ways to connect.

Looking for a Justice of the Peace? Want to join the Progress Association, Men’s Shed, or Recreation Club? Keen to play tennis, pickleball, or keep fit at the gym (once it reopens) Or maybe you’d like to explore art, craft, music, or gardening with fellow islanders?

You’ll find it all in one handy place.

👉 Check out the full list of community contacts here

It’s your go-to resource for staying safe, connected, and part of our wonderful island life. 

📅Community Calendar📅

Want to know what's coming up? You don't need to wait for us to share, check the calendar right here!

Credit: Angela Hoskins for this wonderful resource 🥰

Artisan Alley 

Redland City Council 

Want to make a complaint? Report an issue?

Find out what week your bin goes out? Watch the latest Public Council Meeting? Do that here!

Here is information on how Coochiemudlo residents can contact Redland City Council for various issues.

Individuals can report issues such as potholes, trees, roads, paths, rates, planning & development, and graffiti by phone, email, or submitting a contact form.

Residents can also give feedback, lodge complaints, or seek assistance from the council.

Report an Issue

Use this form to contact council

Redland City Council Public Meetings

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Did you know you can access recordings of General Meetings, Special Council Meetings, and Special Budget Meetings?

Stay informed about important decisions and discussions within the council.

Visit the Redland City Council Public Meetings archive here.