Adaire Palmer
Oct 21, 2026
⚓ ⚓From the Helm⚓⚓ The stories we haven’t written down yetSome of Coochie’s history is easy to point to. It’s in old photographs, familiar buildings and places that have changed over the years.
But some of it lives only in people’s memories.
Who remembers calling Doug to get to the mainland? Who watched the roads being sealed, or saw the old jetty come down and the new one take its place? And what was it like when the first reenactment of the Flinders Landing arrived?
Those stories might come out over a cuppa, almost as an aside. “Oh, that reminds me…” And suddenly you’re hearing about a Coochie that newer residents never knew.
That’s one reason I’m looking forward to the Seniors Month intergenerational high tea this Saturday, 24 October, from 2–5 pm at the Recreation Club.
There’ll be time to catch up, share a cuppa and hear island stories. Some will be recorded for the Heritage Society, so they can become part of our shared history.
We often think of history as something that happened a very long time ago. But it can be the bakery that disappeared, the farmland that changed, the storm people still talk about, or the neighbour who knew how to get things done when island life required a bit more improvisation.
I suspect there’s a Coochie story that several people remember, each a little differently, and nobody has written down yet. I wonder which one it is.
If you’re coming on Saturday, bring a memory to share. And if you can’t make it, ask someone who’s been here a while about the Coochie they remember. One question might open a door to a whole story.
As a special for Seniors, Val has offered to open the court for a come n try session. She's available from 2.30 - 3.30pm and would appreciate a call or text Val on 0411 728 167 if you're planning on having a dink. Editor, Coochie Community Online
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What's inside this week 👀 |
⚓ 'Visit Coochie, leave nothing but footprints' Andrew Powell MP's advice to tourists...is it realistic? ⚓ Denise Foley, hangs up the Australia Post bag after 38 years of service. ⚓ Coochie is getting ready for Halloween. Have you registered YOUR haunt?
⚓ ⚓Scroll down to the end for updated and standing events and other handy information (like community contact info and how to make a complaint to council - because why not!) |
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Promotional campaigns encouraging visitors to Coochiemudlo Island raise growing concerns about local infrastructure capacity. Victoria Point car park is already a major bottleneck, identified as the top issue in a recent Coochie Progress Association resident survey. A simple thought experiment shows that 300 visitors would require 75–150 parking spaces, while resident mainland vehicles require around 170 spaces—nearly matching or exceeding the precinct's total capacity of 170–220 spots. Residents are encouraged to sign a petition closing November 24 that calls on Redland City Council to review the shared car and boat-trailer parking setup. Beyond parking, increased tourism places extra strain on waste management—especially with jetty bins removed—and local facilities. While visitors bring economic benefits, residents deserve a meaningful say in shaping a sustainable approach to island tourism. Read More... |
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BC | Ben Carter · 19 hours ago Could Council look at the boat trailer spaces first? That shared parking setup seems to be where the trouble starts.
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DT | Dave Thompson · 18 hours ago Australia Post really couldn't find someone on Coochie to hold undelivered parcels? That's a lot of ferry trips for one missed delivery.
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Why Coochie? |
People, places, creatures and things that make our little slice of paradise so special...😍 |
Keeping the Halloween specials here for this week. Because, well, it's Halloween 💀👻🎃 |
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📅Upcoming Events and Useful Dates!📅 |
 All welcome. This is an intergenerational event! |
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Standing items |
Regular, unchanging. Same every week 🤣 |
RFDS Medical Chest on Coochie💊 |
The RFDS Medical Chest has made it easy for you to get urgent care. (NOT emergency care, you'll still call 000 for that!) |
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🌴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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Calling all bookworms |
Your Local Library Open Saturdays 8.30 - 11.30am (Downstairs) |
Open Saturdays 8.30 - 11.30am. 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 |
Open Sundays 8am - 1pm weather permitting |
Pickleball on Coochie 🥒🎾 |
The Fun, social exercise of pickleball continues each week on Coochie. Thurs, Fri & Sun at 4pm. All standards welcome, so come & check this out. Pickleball is moving it start times to 3pm in March and 2pm in June for the public sessions on Thurs, Fri & Sun
New players always welcome so come & join us for some fun exercise. Tuesday Youth Pickleball for 10 to 15s, continues 4.45 to 6pm.
The courts are behind the Gym & Op Shop, beside the Croquet lawn. 🥒🥎🎾😄
Want to join the fun or at least come watch the chaos? |
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Qigong on Coochie - Morwong Beach |
Qigong at Morwong ( opposite 186 Victoria parade North ) in the park on Wednesdays at 8 am. All welcome and bring water. FREE! |
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Image by my trusty AI assistant 😁 |
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Coochie Paddlers - room with a view 🛶 |
Sunrise, Salt Air and a Whole Lot of Smiles If you’ve ever stood on the shoreline at dawn and thought, “I should be doing something with this view,” here’s your sign. The local outrigger paddlers meet every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6.15am for a 6.30am start, and it’s one of the best-kept secrets for starting your day right. It’s free, it’s welcoming, and no, you don’t need to be an elite athlete who drinks kale smoothies for breakfast.
Paddling an outrigger canoe builds full-body strength without punishing your joints. You’ll work your core, shoulders and legs while getting a solid cardio workout, all without staring at a gym wall. It’s fitness disguised as fun. The kind where you’re too busy laughing to notice you’re actually working hard.
But here’s the real magic. It’s the camaraderie. There’s something about being on the water at sunrise, paddling in rhythm, that bonds people quickly. It’s friendly, frolicking, fitness-inducing and genuinely good for the soul. You’ll leave energised, salty-haired and slightly smug that you’ve already conquered the day before most people have had their first coffee.
If you’d like to give it a go, contact Helen on 0414 533 781 and she’ll point you in the right direction.
Early mornings never looked so good. 🌊🚣♀️ |
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Image taken by Adaire (that's me!) from the outrigger canoe recently. HDIGABTT?!?!?! |
Video by Nick Obrien |
Standing for TRUTH and FREEDOM |
Every First Sunday Of Each Month From 10-11am 1000+ parks. Over 30 Countries.
Wear yellow in unity. |
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🙏Alpha at Pineridge Place 6pm Tuesdays 🙏 |
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Red Bin, Yellow Bin, or Both? |
Below is the yellow bin calendar for the rest of the year. You can either look down the road and follow your neighbours lead, or check in here and take the lead your neighbours will follow 🤣 |
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Redland City Council |
Make a complaint. Report an issue. Details below. |
Here is information on how Coochiemudlo residents can contact Redland City Council for various issues. |
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Report an Issue |
From tourism buzz to final contact: discover what’s happening next on Coochie. |
Redland City Council Meeting Webcast offers an archive of past meetings for public viewing. |
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