Adaire Palmer
Aug 12, 2026
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🔥NEW🔥 Article below!🔥 |
⚓ ⚓From the Helm⚓⚓ Editor, Coochie Community Online
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⚓ Pharmacy service 🔥NEW SCRIPT drop off location 🔥 ⚓ Welcome Swallows not so welcome...and it's breeding season ⚓ Amity Trader new booking system implementation ⚓ An unplanned stay on Coochie in the '60's ⚓ Mundy-Turner in Concert on Coochie!
⚓⚓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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You may not notice me at first, darting across the sky above the jetty, chasing insects on the wing. I’m the one with the glossy blue-black feathers, the rusty throat and the neat little fork in my tail. I’m a welcome swallow, and this is where I come to raise my family. I remember the ledge beneath the shelter. It was protected from the rain, shaded from the harsh afternoon sun and high enough to keep my babies safe.... Read More... |
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Coochiemudlo Island in Queensland’s Redland Bay holds a rich community history shaped by generous locals like Louisa Toogood.
In the late 1960s, families flocked to its shores, creating lasting memories in humble beach shacks that lined the island’s edge.
Everyday life was rugged, from outdoor toilets to cooking with rainwater, but residents found joy and built deep friendships amid the simplicity.
Children roamed freely, and newcomers—welcomed by islanders such as Louisa—often found comfort during uncertain times.
Today, original shacks stand beside new homes, echoing a past marked by creativity and resilience.
Community groups work to protect these stories, organizing tours and heritage events that celebrate the island’s unique legacy.
Louisa’s spirit endures through acts of kindness and inclusive traditions that help define modern Coochiemudlo. Read More... |
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Escape to Coochiemudlo Island on Quandamooka Country for the rare opportunity to experience Mundy-Turner in Concert at the charming community hall.
Best Duo finalists in the Australian Folk Music Awards 2025, Cath Mundy & Jay Turner weave original songs of heart, humanity, and humour with harmony-rich vocals, masterful fiddle, acoustic guitar, piano, ukulele, and stomp box.
Celebrating 31 years of songwriting, performing, touring & recording together, Cath & Jay's performances create an atmosphere of joyous connection that's both deeply personal and universally resonant.
Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering Mundy-Turner for the first time, this is original acoustic music at its finest – honest, heartfelt, and unforgettable. CHECK OUT:
 https://linktr.ee/mundyturnerBOOK NOW TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EARLY BIRD $20 Tickets - til 10 August or the 1st 20 tickets sold.
FULL DETAILS & BOOKINGS: https://events.humanitix.com/mundy-turner-in-concert |
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Why Coochie? |
People, places, creatures and things that make our little slice of paradise so special...😍 |
📅Upcoming Events and Useful Dates!📅 |
🌿 Bushcare Hits a Milestone! 🌿 |
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This Saturday morning, Coochiemudlo Bushcare is moving from Zone 1 into Zone 2 along Innes Street.
The three zones are roughly equal in length, which means we’ve now cleared one-third of the northern edge of the wetlands as part of our two-year goal. That’s a pretty impressive achievement and well worth celebrating!
New and existing members are warmly invited to join us for some rewarding work in a beautiful environment, followed, of course, by our traditional Bushcare morning tea. That tradition has been going strong for 30 years, so you know they’ve had plenty of time to perfect it. 😉
📅 Saturday 15 August
Come along, lend a hand and help us take the next step towards a healthier wetland. 🌱 |
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Coochie Winter Sunset Gig
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Check out the powerhouse duo here |
 Tickets only $25! Book now! |
Check in more details of the event by visiting this link |
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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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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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If you're a Rec Club member, note the following 👇 |
Gym fees are carried over from last year, but the annual membership ($5) is still required.
You can pay either by dropping the $5 (in an envelope) to Yvonne Symes, Treasurer, at 1 Kingfisher, or deposit into:
Coochiemudlo Recreation Club Bendigo Bank BSB: 633-000 Account: 137959631
💥NEW💥Roles & Contacts for the Rec Club:
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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 |
Uncover island mysteries, local action, and vital updates—discover what’s really happening on Coochiemudlo! |
Redland City Council Meeting Webcast offers an archive of past meetings for public viewing. |
Disclaimer |
The information in this newsletter is provided for general interest only. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy at the time of publication, details may change and unintentional errors can occur. Nothing here should be taken as professional, financial, legal, medical, or specialist advice. Always seek guidance from a qualified professional where needed. Some content may be created, enhanced, or assisted by artificial intelligence. All AI-supported material is reviewed and edited by a human before publication. Any opinions expressed are those of the author and contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of any featured organisations or individuals. Event details, community updates, and offers are shared in good faith. Readers are encouraged to confirm information directly with the relevant organisers. By reading this newsletter, you accept that the publisher is not responsible for any loss, inconvenience, or unexpected detours caused by reliance on the content. |