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Life on Coochie; Blissful, mystical and oh, what Paradise 🐬🐟
Lots to see and do...or nothing, it's your choice on Coochie 💚💙💜
Adaire Palmer
Oct 22, 2025
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WELL, L👀KIE HERE!! What's inside this week? ⚓Gym Repairs confirmed! YaY!! ⚓Halloween on Coochie ⚓Is Coochie REAL?? ⚓Artisans on Coochie feat: Valerie Eugarde ⚓Aussie Bird Count
Scroll to the end for 'What's on in October' and 'Standing Items' for events & key contacts on Coochie 👇👇👇 |
⚓ From the Helm⚓
Island life is warming up as we sail into the summer months 🌞. The sea is still crystal clear, the water’s invitingly warm, and there’s that familiar hum of activity around the island that reminds us why we love this place so much.
The jetty jumpers have all but disappeared, thanks to a clever bit of engineering that’s made roof-jumping nearly impossible (except for the bravest and bendiest of our youth!). That counts me out as I’m flat out jumping off the back of my boat these days! 🚤
The community is also gearing up for another round of Trick or Treat fun this Halloween 🎃. You’ll find a link below to add your home to the map if you’re joining in. I’ll admit, while I resisted Halloween for years, it’s become such a joyful island tradition that I’ve finally decided to get my broomstick out of my backside and… if you can’t beat them, join them! 🧙♀️
As always, there’s no shortage of things to do here on Coochie, from paddling with the outriggers to Pickleball at the courts, or simply soaking up the unstructured bliss of swimming, walking, and fishing. However you spend your time, remember, we really do live in paradise. 💙
Until next tide, Editor, Coochie Community Online
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💪 Community Spirit in Action: Coochie Gym Repairs Begin 🛠️ |
After sustaining significant damage during Cyclone Alfred in March this year 🌪️, the Coochiemudlo Island Gym is finally set to undergo long-awaited repairs! Work will officially begin on Monday, 27th October, with the project expected to take around four weeks to complete.
Before the builders arrive, our island community is coming together once again. A working bee 🧹 will be held on Sunday, 26th October at 10:00am, to help move gym equipment that’s currently in the way of the renovations.
Organisers are hoping the task can be completed within a couple of hours — and every extra pair of hands 🤝 will make a difference.
If you’d like to help, simply turn up on the day. Let’s get behind this effort and help bring our island gym back to full strength! 💪🏝️ |
🎃👻Halloween on Coochie👻🎃
🎃It's that time of year again! With less than 2 weeks to go, we figured we best get started on a Halloween map for the island! If you wish to participate and have the kids stop by to trick or treat, just pop your street name and number in the comments here.
As usual we will create a map for the kids to take around so please make sure to have your address down by Thursday the 30th in order for us to have the map printed in time.👻
Pop over to the Coochie Community Facebook group to register and stay up to date on what's spooky on Coochie this Halloween. ARE YOU READY??? Thank you Kaitlin & Co for organising it! 🎃👻 |
Writers, photographers and painters, oh, myy! |
IS COOCHIMUDLO REAL? |
The journalist asked “What country are you from? The gentleman responded “I’m a Coochiemudlian “ “
Oh I think you just made that up, there’s no such place”
Well it’s a mythical land much like Shangri-La, Lilliput or Never Never land.
How would I get there, He enquired.
Well first you will need to think a happy thought, and then go second to the right and straight on till morning.
So what’s it like this magical place?
Oh it’s a beautiful Island ,floating in an ocean of water, it’s inhabited by a motley crew of jolly folk. Well most of them are jolly! Sometimes they can be a little timid and have a desire to be left alone by their rambunctious neighbors on the mainland, or the dark side as they call it. The rulers over there are tyrannical lot, they often send their storm troopers to harass our gentle folk, sending chills though our brittle bones
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Beautiful, mystical Coochie. Image by Helen Turner |
Artisans on Coochie |
There must be something in the salt air of Coochiemudlo Island, because creativity here seems to grow as freely as the pandanus along the shore. |
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🎨Featured Artist: Valerie Eugarde🎨
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Valerie Eugarde The Fragrant Summer 76 x 91 cm acrylic on canvas |
Aussie Bird Count |
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Grab your binoculars (or just your cuppa and phone) – because today’s the day!
The Aussie Bird Count has officially begun, and we’re so excited to have you on board!
From today until Sunday 26 October, every 20-minute count you submit helps BirdLife Australia take a national snapshot of our feathered friends.
 It’s easy, fun and meaningful — plus, every count you submit goes into the draw to win incredible prizes!
 Here’s how to get started:
 Pick your spot – backyard, balcony, park or schoolyard. Open the Aussie Bird Count app and tap “Let’s Get Started” (or just set a timer for 20 minutes). Count the birds you see — note the species and number. Submit your sightings via the app or online.Whether you’re counting solo, with kids, or with your whole workplace, this is your moment to slow down, connect with nature, and celebrate the birds around you.
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Events on Coochie 📅 |
Lots to see and do...or nothing, it's your choice on Coochie 💚💙💜 |
🙏 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
Come curious, come hungry, and come as you are. We’d love to have you with us. |
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📢Coochie Progress - What's coming up 📢 |
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Standing items |
Lots to see and do...or nothing, it's your choice on 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 🥰 |
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Your Local Library Open Saturdays 9am - Noon (Downstairs) |
Open Saturdays 9am - noon. Downstairs in the Community Hall. Pop in and say hi to Pam and Christine. Pick up a book or two. |
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Artisan Alley |
Lots to see and do...or nothing, it's your choice on Coochie 💚💙💜 |
Ladies Tennis 🎾 |
LADIES TENNIS - with the warmer weather tennis starting at 8am Thursdays. New players welcome. You don't need to be an Ash Barty or Serena Williams, we're not grand slam league by any means. |
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. |
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Report an Issue |
Lots to see and do...or nothing, it's your choice on Coochie 💚💙💜 |
Redland City Council Meeting Webcast offers an archive of past meetings for public viewing. |