COMMEMORATION: KOREAN VETERANS DAY
THE CENOTAPH, POWER MEMORIAL PARK, MUDJIMBA BEACH
Sunday, 27th July, 10am.
On 25 June 1950 the Korean People’s Army of North Korea invaded South Korea. Initially the North was very successful in advancing quickly to capture the South Korean Capital of Seoul. Within two days the USA had committed troops to defend South Korea, and the UN acted quickly (as Russia was at that time boycotting the UN) to muster a force from 21 nations to support South Korea. Australia was the second country to commit after the USA.
The Royal Australian Navy committed two ships on 28 June, and 77 Squadron RAAF was committed in early July. 3rd Battalion The Royal Australian Regiment joined 26 July from their base as British Commonwealth Occupation Force Japan; joining the British units of 27th Commonwealth Brigade in the UN force. 77 Squadron was the first Australian and first UN unit to engage in combat operations.
North Korea captured Seoul again in 1951 as the North successfully moved south again but were forced back again by UN forces. This war was of major significance as it was confrontation between Russian backed North Korea and China, and western and UN resolve.
Australians served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. There were several major attempts at negotiating an armistice, all of which failed, until, after 3 years, 1 month and 2 days, an armistice was agreed and ceasefire followed. That Armistice was signed 27 July 1953 and the two nations remain separated by a 2km Demilitarised Zone at the 38th Parallel.
So it is that we commemorate on 27 July the service and sacrifice of 17,000 Australians who served in Korea, in particular the 340 who died, the 1,216 who were wounded, and the 30 who became prisoner of war. We remember also the suffering of the families of those who served.
LEST WE FORGET
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COOLUM BEACH COMBINED PROBUS CLUB
Are you looking to join a club for fun, fellowship & to make new friends? Coolum Beach Combined Probus Club encourages the retired & semi-retired. The Club meets on the first Tuesday of the month.
We have an interesting guest speaker, morning tea & discuss our monthly outings, followed by a local club lunch, (guests invited to attend). Our outings consist of visiting new venues for lunch, some dinners, picnics in the park, coffee mornings, walking groups & car outings.
Our location is: The Uniting Church 22 Elizabeth St, Coolum Beach @ 9.15 first Tuesday of each month. Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, 5th August.
We provide a generous morning tea on the day (small cost of $4.00/guest). All enquiries please contact Faye 0419 644 651.
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AUSTRALIAN INDEPENDENT RETIREES (AIR) NOOSA BRANCH
Are you retired and fully or partly self-funded, or planning to be so? AIR is a National not-for-profit advocacy organisation. We meet on 3rd Thursday each month at Sunrise Uniting Church, Grasstree Ct, Sunrise Beach Time: 9:15am for 9:30am start. AIR/ASA Members – no charge for meetings. Visitors $10 pp incl morning tea (first 2 visits free of charge). airnoosasecretary@gmail.com Tel 0417 431 303 www.facebook.com/AIRNoosa Membership: $28 per person valid to 30 June 2026. Helping to improve financial literacy.
We are a volunteer, non-party political organisation. Our Vision: To advance a sustainable quality of life in retirement.
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MAROOCHY NORTH SHORE LIONS
Maroochy North Shore Lions is a community organisation who hold a BBQ once a month at the Mudjimba Surf Life Saving Club’s canteen in Power Park Mudjimba to assist the lifesaving Club to raise funds to buy equipment to help them carry out their most important service to the local Community. Our next BBQ is on Saturday, 26th July from 7am to 11am selling our renowned bacon and egg burgers and sausages on bread. We also support many other Lions projects such as recycling eyeglasses and collecting stamps and supporting the work of Qld Medical Research teams. If you would like to experience the fellowship of our club or even join us in our work come down to Power Park Mudjimba or phone Patricia on 0427 838 938 or Carol Goldsworthy-Publicity 0402 112 023
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SUNSHINE COAST SCRABBLE CLUB
Sunshine Coast Scrabble Club meets at Nambour RSL at 1 pm every Friday. Games, while competitive, are low key, with an emphasis on enjoying the game in the company of other Scrabble lovers. New players are welcome and are given a gentle introduction with an initial open-book game. For more information, call Trevor on 54457770.
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BUSINESS MENTORS SUNSHINE COAST
Business Mentors Sunshine Coast a not-for-profit organisation that mentors new and existing businesses and is proud to present a seminar series Building a Better Business.
Business Pitch: How to communicate your message clearly.
Digital Footprint: Build an effective online footprint that delivers results.
Building your Target Market: Understand your customers and find more.
For more details and to book https://www.businessmentorssc.org.au/events
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MEALS ON WHEELS
Meals on Wheels Coolum Beach has had a place in the hearts and homes of the Coolum Community for more than 40 Years.
We prepare fresh nutritious meals and deliver them to people’s homes to enable them to live independently. We also provide a social contact, a friendly smile and a chat to check all is well and make a difference to someone’s day.
Our volunteers are the core of our service – preparing and delivering meals as well as helping in the office. We couldn’t do what we do without their help.
We are always on the lookout for new volunteers to join our team. Can you spare a few hours a month to help keep the wheels running smoothly? Why not give us a call to find out more? It could make your day!
Please call 5446 1000 to find out how to be part of our community.
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QUOTA CLUB OF COOLUM BEACH
Quota Club of Coolum is a group of dedicated women who have been raising funds to support disadvantaged people in the local community for 30 years. If you would like to join, we would love to hear from you. For information contact Sandra Verrall on 0457 355 734 or secretary @quotacoolum.com.au.
We raise funds through our pop-up stalls, held in the courtyard at Pacific on Coolum, corner of Birtwill St and Heathfield Rd, Coolum Beach. The next stall for the year will be on Thursday, 14th August from 8 am to 12 pm.
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COOLUM HeARTS
Coolum HeARTs offers low-cost access to a range of activities to all in the community. We have great facilitators and volunteers ready to welcome you to art, djembe drumming, choir, ukulele, mosaics, meditation and gentle yoga. Our women’s hub and men’s resilience groups meet regularly. When you join as a member you will pay only $5 to $10 per session. Follow us on Facebook, on-line at www.coolumhearts.com.au or phone 0478 646 330.
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ANGLICAN CHURCH COFFEE MORNING
Free coffee and delicious toasties along with a friendly chat are available every Thursday from 10am to noon on the back lawn of the Anglican church, 25 Beach Road, Coolum Beach. Everyone is welcome to join us in caring for each other and connecting with others in the community.
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PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
The Coolum Parkinson’s Support Group will meet next on Monday, June 16th. Meetings will continue on the third Monday of each month at 10.15 am, at the Coolum Surf Club. Phone 0429 361 301 for more information.
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COOL CONNECTIONS WOMEN’S GROUP
Inviting all ladies to our group where we bring together women from all walks of life to enjoy each other’s company and form friendships.
Meeting from 9.30am to 11.30am each Friday (during school term) at Yaroomba Meeting Place, 1443 David Low Way, Yaroomba. Entry fee includes morning tea, guest speakers or activities. Esme 0408 077 882.
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NINDERRY BRANCH ALP MONTHLY MEETING
The Ninderry branch of the ALP holds its monthly meeting on the 3rd Sunday of each month at the Coolum Beach Hotel starting at 10.30 AM. Visitors are welcome and you are also invited to join us afterwards for lunch. You can also log into our Facebook page for up-to-date details of other events. https://www.facebook.com/ALPNinderry. For more information and to book, please contact Melinda Dodds Ph. 0409 890 186.
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COOLUM BEACH DISTRICT SENIORS CLUB
Mondays 11.30 – 3.30pm at the Coolum Civic Centre. Come along and join us.
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COOLUM BEACH QUILTERS
Meet every Thursday morning 9am-11.30 at the Baptist Church, David Low Way, Coolum Beach. All welcome.
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COOLUM CONNECTIONS
Join us for Relaxed Mid-Week Worship every second Thursday of the Month (during school term) at 9.30 am. Coolum Salvos meets at Coolum Lions Community Centre, 15 Russell Street Coolum Beach. Enquires 5335-8500. All welcome!
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COOLUM CROQUET CLUB
Croquet for fun and fitness. New members and visitors are very welcome. Try it with 3 free games and lessons. Mallets and free coaching are available. Social Golf Croquet Monday and Friday starting 1.15pm. For more information contact: Barb 0423 277 951 Sea Cove Lane, Coolum
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MARCOOLA COMMUNITY GROUP
We would like to invite new members and visitors to our meetings where we discuss concerns and development of Marcoola area and beaches. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday, every second month at 7pm.
marcoolacommunity@gmail.com. Phone April 0413 137 182
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COOLUM AMIGOS
Coolum Amigos is a social club for the over 50s. We meet at 10am every Tuesday at the Coolum Surf Club for coffee and a chat and to arrange outings. All welcome. For more information call Carol on 0419 423 367 or just come along!
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COOLUM CRAFT GROUP
If you enjoy craft and good company join the Coolum Craft Group. We meet every Tuesday, in the Coolum Lions Community Centre, 15 Russell Street Coolum Beach. 2pm – 4pm.
A variety of crafts are on offer and our friendly participants are always ready to lend a hand or maybe you have a craft you could teach the rest of the group.
New members welcome and for $3 you will receive tea/coffee and cake/biscuit as well as a fun few hours. For more information, please contact Patricia: 0403 017 247.
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TRY TOASTMASTERS
Practice your public speaking, gain confidence, improve your leadership and communication skills. Coolum Communicators supports members to practice speaking to an audience while having fun.
We meet on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month, 7pm at North Shore Community Centre, Mudjimba. Guests welcome! Email coolumtoastmasters@gmail.com.
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Are you looking to make new meaningful friendships? This women’s group meets every Thursday 9.30-11am at the Coolum Lions Community Centre, 15 Russell Street Coolum Beach. (We take a break during School Holidays). Come and check us out. Morning tea is a highlight. We’d love to meet you. Ask for Chris: 0478 584 573.
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COOLUM BEACH SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
Welcomes all citizens 50 and over. Activities include Mahjong, Bingo, Carpet Bowls, Card and Board games. Meet every Monday from 11.30am-3.30pm at the Coolum Civic Centre. Entry fee includes afternoon tea and a ticket in the door prize. For further information please phone Bernie 5448 8693.
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COOLUM BRIDGE CLUB – YAROOMBA MEETING PLACE
Enquiries info@coolumbridgeclub.com
Sessions as follows:
MONDAY – 8.30am for 9.15am start
TUESDAY – 12.30pm for 1 pm start
(Contact Ali 0422791748 for more info).
THURSDAY – 12.30 for 1pm start
SATURDAY – 12.30 for 1pm start
Partnership Contact: Trish Gatt on 0412 546 575
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