Guide to Fraser Coast Non-Profit Organisations

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ADA Australia

Aged & Disability Advocacy Australia are your local Aged Care Support Service. They provide Information & Individual Advocacy to older people who need access to Governement Funded Aged Care Services.

Free Call 1800 700 600

Anglican Parish Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay Anglican Church meet for worship & celebration at 7am, 9am & 6pm on Sundays at St Johns Anglican Church, Cnr Doolong Rd & Gilston Rd Wondunna.

Ph: 4124 1499

Anglicare Southern Qld

Kirami Residential Aged Care hold a variety of events over the year where they invite the community into their home.

12 Banksia Street, Point Vernon

PH: 4191 2888

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

The Lifeblood Donor Centre is located at 43 Hunter Street, Pialba.

For more information or to register and book an appointment please visit: lifeblood.com.au or download the Donate Blood App.

Burrum District Community Centre Howard Markets

Come and visit our friendly Country Market from 7am to 12noon on the 1st Saturday of every month. Lots of stalls inside and out with plenty of variety. Canteen open and plenty of off street parking.

56 Steley Street, Howard

[email protected]

Burrum Heads Amateur Fishing Club

Fishing Comps every three weeks and an annual Easter event. Club house is at the Recreation Reserve on Burrum Heads Rd.

PH: Neil Clark 0427 864 626

Burrum Heads Neighbourhood Centre

Burrum Heads Neighbourhood Centre provides services to the Burrum Heads Community.There are regular activities Monday to Friday at the Community Hub.

Shop 3 & 4 Ivor Drive, Burrum Heads

Contact our friendly volunteers for more imformation on any activity 4193 4441

Childers & Isis District Orchid Society

Meets second Saturday monthly at the Anglican Church in Childers. Two Orchid shows are held each year.

Email: [email protected]

Community Care Foundation

Proudly Fraser Coasts trusted local disability support service.

75 Lennox Street, Maryborough

Ph: 4123 6288

Community Flights

A not for profit registered charity providing free patient transport for non-urgent medical treatment appointments. Servicing South East Queensland. Community flights needs your help through Sponsorship or Volunteering. Find out more by calling 0456 642 929 or check out our facebook page @communityflightsltd.

Community Solutions

Skilling Queenslanders for work provider

Located in Hervey Bay & Maryborough.

PH: Lisa Thomas 0417 689 827

W: communitysolutions.org.au

Conrodders Hot Rod & Customs Hervey Bay

Conrodders meet on the 4th Saturday of the month at Bay Central Tavern on Boat Harbour Drive for a casual coffee & cars catch up.

Details of upcoming events can be found on their facebook page.

Cool Country Music Club

Concerts are held on the 2nd Sunday monthly 10am for 10.30am start. Practice is at 4.30pm Thursdays. Hervey Bay Citizens Hall, Cnr Denmans Camp Rd & Totness St. Torquay.

Phone: 0427 150 015

Crime Stoppers Hervey Bay

Crime Stoppers Qld is a Trusted Reporting Service which gives people the opportunity to share what they know about unsolved crimes and suspicious activity without saying who they are.

For further info contact Kaye on 4124 7104

Dunga Derby Fraser Coast

Charity Car Rally fundraising for ‘Rally For A Cause’. We exist to support people with life limiting medical conditions and those affected by tragic circumstances beyond their control.

Website: frasercoast.dungaderby.com.au

Epic Assist

Epic Assist helps people with a disability, injury, mental health condition find & keep a job they love.

Visit: 9/19-20 Torquay Rd Pialba.

Website: epicassist.org

Phone: 07 4124 1238

Eureka Country Music

Practice on a Tuesday at the Baptist Church Hall at 168 Fort Street Maryborough at 2pm.

For more details call Heather 0427 972 789

Or visit their Facebook page for more info

Fraser Coast Artslink is a non-profit community organisation which supports all local performing Artists, Visual Artists, Musicians, Dancers, Writers, Artisans and Crafters etc as well as Queensland Arts Council Touring Arts.

187 Bideford Street, Torquay

Fraser Coast Bromeliad Society

Meets monthly on the 4th Saturday at Dundowran Hall, 407 Lower Mountain Road.

PH; Sue 0414 757 162

Fraser Coast Hospice

Fraser Coast Hospice is a 6 bed purpose built facility that offers a flexible client & family centred model of care. We provide free care to anyone in the community over 18 years of age.

222 Urraween Rd, Urraween

Phone: 4334 0030

Fraser Coast Mountain Bike Club

Love hitting the trails? Whether you’re a seasoned shredder or just starting out, the Fraser Coast Mountain Bike Club is the place to be!

Kylie: 0405 457 720

Fraser Coast Stamp Club

Meets monthly on the third Wednesday at 12.30pm.

Halcro Street Community Centre, 30 Halcro Street Pialba.

Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary

Are a Not For Profit organisation run entirely by volunteers. Their aim is to provide an enjoyable and educational wildlife encounter.

31 Mungar Road, Oakhurst – 07 4122 2080

Fraser Lions Club


Come along and see if it’s for you – don’t wait to be asked
Make your presence known and we will make you welcome.

Meets 2nd & 4th Thursdays
6:00pm for 6:30pm   
Kondari Resort
49 Elizabeth St Urangan  Mob:   0448 358 289

Headspace Hervey Bay

Headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12–25-year-olds.

Shop 9, 15 Central Avenue, Urraween.

PH: 4303 2100

Hervey Bay Amateur Fishing Club

We meet every Wednesday at 4pm. Our club shed is next to the Hervey Bay Sports Club 133-149 Tavistock Street, Torquay  

Herveybayamateurfishingclub.com.au 

Hervey Bay Animal Refuge

The refuge helps the public with dog and cat surrenders when owners find themselves in need of help to rehome their pets.The animal refuge helps find the best suited home for all pets.  Phone: 4128 2722

The refuge holds the Nikenbah Markets on the 1st, 3rd & 5tth Sunday of the month contact Billy or Nyree on 0400 734 699

14 Nikenbah Dundowran Rd, Nikenbah

Hervey Bay Arts Society

Hervey Bay Art Society’s “Gallery 5” Art Gallery, at 5 Sandy St Urangan, is open daily and entry is free.

Ph: 4124 9200 – Office hours 9am-12pm

Hervey Bay Barfly Club

The Barfly Club is a not for profit that raises money through the sale of raffle tickets at the Beach House Hotel, every Saturday from 1pm. 

’We lie where others fly’ 

PH: Ken Stanton on 0407 155 963. 

Hervey Bay Bird Club

The club meets last Saturday monthly at 1pm at various venues. There is a permanent stall at Koala Markets on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month where members sell birds & supplies.

Website: herveybaybirdclub.com

Hervey Bay Bowls Club

Hervey Bay Bowls Club is the friendly club. Join them for a game of Bowls or contact the club to arrange a Barefoot Bowls Event.

11-17 Denmans Camp Rd, Scarness

Phone: 4128 1093

Hervey Bay Citizens Centre

Office open Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm.

28 Totness St Torquay Qld 4655

Ph 07 4128 4837

website: hbseniors.com.au

Hervey Bay City Bridge Club

Meets five times a week with sessions for Open, Novice & Beginner Players.

17 Cypress St. Torquay, Ph: 4124 9151

Website; herveybay.bridgeaustralia.org

Hervey Bay Croquet & Mallet Sports Club

The Croquet Club has four lawns. Three codes are played, Association, Ricochet and Golf Croquet.

17 Totness Street, Torquay

Email: [email protected]

Hervey Bay Dance Club

Sequence style dancing, Waltz, Rumba,Cha Cha etc. First 2 lessons free!

Beginners classes Tuesdays at 7pm at Memorial Hall, Main St Pialba.

herveybaydanceclub.com.au

Hervey Bay Disability Assistance Inc.

Visit the Treasure Trove Op Shop at 88 Elizabeth Street, for a variety of items. 

Disability Equipment Loans are available at 82 Dayman Street, offering quality second hand furniture. 

PH: 4125 3955

Hervey Bay Garden Club

Learn about gardening in our lcal area. Meetings are held 2nd Thursday of the month at 9am for a 9.30 start in the Community Centre, Charles St Pialba.

Contact: Barbara on 0491 743 094 or Janine on 0413 571 620

Hervey Bay Gem & Mineral Club

Hervey Bay Gem & Mineral Club provides a service to members interested in all aspects of lapidary. This includes gem cutting, faceting, polishing, cabachons, silversmithing & training courses.

For more information email [email protected]


Hervey Bay Historical Village Museum

13 Zephyr St. Scarness, Hervey Bay, QLD, 4655
Museum Tel:  07 4128 4804

Saturday from 1pm ’til 4.30pm
Sundays from 10.30am ’til 4.30pm

Open all School Holidays and Public Holidays except Christmas Day and Good Friday

Hervey Bay Humpbacks Masters Swimming Club

Masters Swimming 18 -100+. We swim for Friendship, Fun & Fitness. Annual Swim Meet together with other Masters Clubs from all over Qld and Australia.

Email: [email protected] or find us on facebook

Hervey Bay Jazz & Blues Club

We have visiting Jazz Bands perform on the last Friday Of the month at The Hervey Bay RSL. We maintain a high standard of music from professional groups. Tickets are available to purchase at the RSL.

Cotact Ann Hopwell: 0414 449 326 or check us out on facebook

Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre

The HBNC delivers programs & services in response to community needs including Children, Family & Youth, Aged & Disability, Multicultural, Legal & Tenancy Advice & Community Events.

Phone: 07 4194 3000

Hervey Bay Orchid Society

Monthly Meeting
General Meetings 7pm on the first Monday of each month except January at the Presbyterian Church cnr Denman Camp Rd & Freshwater Street Torquay.

Visitors are always welcome. Contact Giles Blaber on 0411 721 559

Hervey Bay Parkinsons Support Group

A support group for anyone with Parkinsons Disease, including their family and carer.

For more information contact Rachel Broad 0448 373 131 or email [email protected]

Hervey Bay RSL Pipe Band

Established in 1999 with the support of Hervey Bay RSL Sub Branch. New Members and anyone wishing to learn Bagpipes or Drums are welcome. Practice is every Monday night from 7pm to 9pm at the Yarrilee State School, Scrub Hill Rd. Yarrilee.

Follow us on Facebook or phone Peter on 0401 731 633

Hervey Bay RSL Sub Branch

The Hervey Bay RSL Sub-Branch is here for the welfare of Veterans and their families. Assistance is provided in relation to their general wellbeing and to apply for any benefits they may be entitled to. Regular services and activities are held for both the Veteran and general communities.

11 Torquay Rd, Pialba Qld 4655

Ph: 07 4197 7477

Hervey Bay 60 & Better Healthy Ageing Program

Dan’Dinna House,
459 Boat Harbour Drive, Torquay, Qld 4655. Phone: (07) 4194 6781

Open: Mon & Wed 7:30am-4:00pm Tue & Thurs: 8.00am-4.00pm Fri: 8.00am-12.30pm

Hervey Bay Social & Activities Club

Our organisation’s mission is to be the voice of people living on a pension or superannuation. We advocate for a better a deal for all older people living in Queensland.

Meets on 4th Wednesday of each month from 9 am (Committee) and 11am (All members) at APSL Hall, 61 Hunter St, Pialba.

Hervey Bay Sports Club Inc.

133-149 Tavistock St, Torquay

Hervey Bay Sports Club is home to a substantial clubhouse including a sports bar, TAB, gaming room, commercial kitchen and large covered outdoor area. On site playing fields, grandstands and large off-street parking area.

Ph 07 4125 2026

Hervey Bay Square Dance Club

Dan Dinna House 459 Boat Harbour Drive

Exercise the body and brain whilst having fun. Come and check it out! Each Saturday 9:30am to 11:30 am

$5 per session Includes Tea/Coffee

PH: 0424 949 944

www.squaredancingherveybay.com.au

Hervey Bay Women’s Shed

Located at the Neighbourhood Hive at 186 Boat Harbour Drive, Pialba. They meet most Saturday mornings at 9am for workshops or Meet N Greets.

Visit their facebook page or website:

herveybaywomens shed.com

Hervey Bay Woodcrafts Club

A Non-Discriminatory Club that welcomes all ages and genders over 14. No tools or experience needed. Meet Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings at 7am.

PH: 0413 344 498

Email: [email protected]

Historical Motorcycle Club of Qld – Fraser Coast area

Part of Qld wide Club promoting the proper restoration, preservation, use & ownership of Veteran, Vintage, Historic & any Motorcyles over 30 years old. Meets at Torbanlea Hall on 1st Sunday monthly.

www.hmccq.org.au or phone 0418 822 556

Legacy Fraser Burnett

Legacy Fraser Burnett covers Hervey Bay, Maryborough & Burnett region. Legacy relies on donations to assist the partners & children of veterans who gave their lives or health in recognised Military Service. Your support can help these families.

Please call 4194 5111 if you would like to learn more, volunteer or donate.

Markets At The Pier

Markets At The Pier

Operates every Wednesday & Saturday between 7am & 12.30pm near the iconic pier in Urangan.

Email: [email protected]

Market Days only:  0455 962 065

Maryborough Choral Society Inc.

Do you enjoy singing? Maybe even learn to sing in harmony?

Maryborough Choral Society invites you to join them on Wednesday nights at 7pm at the Canegrowers Hall, 106 Bazaar St, Maryborough.

For more details got to our facebook page or call 0439 532 737

Maryborough District Orchid Society

Maryborough District Orchid Society General Meetings are held at 7:30pm on the second Tuesday of each month except January at St Paul’s Memorial Hall Cnr Adelaide & Ellena Sts, Maryborough.

Contact Secretary Narelle Hoffmann on 0448 601 947.

Maryborough Regional Arts Council

For Twenty years befor The Brolga and ever since the MRAC has presented outstanding Classical Music, Jazz, Dance, Drama and other Cultural Events for the enjoyment of Fraser Coast residents

Mates At The Gate

Mates at the Gate is now a registered not for profit organisation which exists to assist farmers and rural families.

Contact Mick Martin: 0421 514 555

Email: [email protected]

Meals on Wheels – Fraser Community

Meals on Wheels Fraser Community provides more than just a meal to those more vulnerable with the communities of the Fraser Coast.

39a Islander Road, Pialba, Qld 4655 Ph: 07 4128 1334

MENS SHED HERVEY BAY

Retired, unemployed, or simply looking to share your creativity, our group welcomes you. Operating hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 8:30 to 11:30 at 28 Aalborg Road North, Nikenbah

Facebook: Mens Shed Inc. Hervey Bay

Phone: 4325 3471

Neighbours Aid

Opens 23rd August 2021 99 Main St Pialba Open 8:30am – 4:00 pm Ph: 07 4148 6863

Not for Profit Op Shops providing funding for disadvantaged children and their communities throughout the world. Old fashioned service with quality used goods and great prices. Drive through donations and pick ups

Older Men Unlimited

An independant voluntary body providing community support for older men of every circumstance, especially those at risk to depression, dementia & suicide.

Phone: 4128 9011 Email: [email protected] Website:www.omu.org.au

Out and About With Bianca

All proceed go to local charities. View all participating venues and purchase online at

www.biancainc.com.au

Pialba Bowls Club

Enjoy lawn bowls on beautifully maintained grass greens at our welcoming club. Our club has a fully stocked bar and commercial kitchen for your enjoyment. Relax in the air-conditioned viewing area. Fun & friendly social bowls available year-round, including bare-foot bowls.

Phone: 4128 1432

facebook: Pialba Bowls Club

Email: [email protected]

Pialba Scout Group

Meetings are on Thursdays from 6pm to 8pm during school terms.

Pialba Scout Hall, 9 Andrew Street

Contact Carol: 0423 221 659

QCWA Pt. Vernon-Pialba

7 Torquay Rd. Pialba (near the RSL)

Social crafting sessions are every Monday from 9am to 1.30pm, with monthly meetings held on the 2nd Monday of each month. Facilites are available for hire.

Email: [email protected] 

Q.C.W.A. Urangan


The Urangan branch is a very active branch in the Fraser Coast Region and they host regular monthly meetings and functions, tombolas, social handcraft Tuesdays and fund raising to serve the community. Their hall is available for hire.

Email: [email protected]

Rally For A Cause

Rally for a cause is a Community Charity proudly raising funds to support families & individuals affected by life limiting medical conditions or have had their lives disrupted by circumstances beyond their control.

Website: rallyforacause.org.au

Riding for the Disabled

Riding for the Disabled Maryborough provides horse related activities designed to enrich the lives of disabled people within the Fraser Coast area.

79 Bidwill Rd. Maryborough

Phone: 0478 028 379

Email: [email protected]

Rotary Club of Hervey Bay City

Meet at the Kondari Hotel on Wednesdays at 6pm (except 1st).

PH: 0409 696 498

Rotary Club of Hervey Bay Sunrise

Meets every Thursday morning at 6.30am at The Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre, Charles St, Pialba.

For more info contact us at: [email protected]

Salvation Army Family Stores

Quality secondhand goods at reasonable prices. Profits returned to the community through Salvation Army programs.

85 Beach Road, Pialba

431 The Esplanade, Torquay.

The Not Forgotten Ones

A group dedicated to protect & Care for abandoned, abused, helpless animals & human street & foster kids

PH: 0455 043 924

E: [email protected]

Torbay Lifestyles & Care

Offer a comprehensive range of services to meet the needs of the senior community of Hervey Bay from independent living to assisted care.

43 Exeter Street, Torquay. Ph: 4125 0800

Torquay Progress Association

Torquay Progress Association organises the Torquay Beachside Markets and operates the Torquay Tennis Court. The group is for all of the local businesses and residents of Torquay, with meeetings held on the first Monday monthly at 5:30pm at Blazing Saddles, 140 Freshwater St, Torquay. ALL WELCOME.

Unitingcare-Project Search

Located at St Stephens Hospital Project SEARCH is a 12-month transition to work internship program that allows young adults with a disability to expand their experience in a real-world environment.

Email: unitingcareqld.com.au

or call Christy Giles on 0447 050 670

Uniting Church Hervey Bay

Church Community worshipping God. Supporting people and showing the love of God in all we do.

We hire our hall to community groups.

(07) 4125 5233

University of the Third Age Hervey Bay

U3A is a volunteer, not for profit organisation whose purpose is to share knowledge, skills and interests and promote the many benefits of lifelong learning. You can exercise your brain by participating in a class, leading an interest group or sharing your skills with others.

Go to https://www.u3aherveybay.net/uni/ for more information

University of the 3rd Age Howard District Inc.

U3A is part of a Global Network providing seniors with low cost leisure and learning for pleasure activities. All U3A programs have a mental and physical wellbeing focus through shared learning.

Phone: 0439 187 757 or email: [email protected]

Urangan Bowls Club Inc

Provide a variety lawn bowls opportunities at their all-weather facility. Promoting the sport of lawn bowls within the community.

Phone: 4128 9679

We Care 2

We Care 2 offers low cost food to ALL concession & Seniors card holders in the Hervey Bay area as well as Emergency Relief Assistance.Mon – Fri 9am – 2pm 

225 Main St Urraween Qld 4655 Ph: 4124 0913

We’ve Got You Foundation

Aims to support unmet Community Service needs in Helath, Transport, Aged Care, Home & Domestic Assistance & more.

Website: wevegotyoufoundation.com.au

Wide Bay A.C.M.A.

Concerts held on the third Saturday monthly at the Madcota Hall, Alice St. Maryborough.

PH: Greg Ross on 0427 297 132

Wide Bay Burnett Nomads

The Wide Bay Burnett Nomads is a branch of the Australian Caravan Club. They gather at chosen venues at least 5 times a year.

For more information about membership

call Dianne on: 0409 270 712

Wide Bay Freemasons

The Wide Bay Freemasons actively raise funds for local charities, with the current focus on supporting the Maryborough Special School.

Lodges are located at 37 Watson St Pialba & Kent St Maryborough.

Phone: David Hall 0407 573 326

Women’s Walk & Talk Hervey Bay

Meet at the All-Abilities Park/adventure side car park on Mondays at 5.15 pm and Thursdays at 5.30 am. 

Follow them on Facebook at Women’s Walk and Talk Hervey Bay. 

Z-Pac Theatre

15 Zephyr St, Scarness Qld 4655 M: 0409 001 236

Z-PAC is a community-based theatre run by volunteers, producing a number of quality productions each year. We welcome new people into our theatre community and invite you to become a member and enjoy fun times with great people. You don’t have to be an actor to belong to Z-PAC. 

Zonta Club of Hervey Bay

The Hervey Bay Zonta Club supports local and international projects that enhance the study of women in areas of Edcuation, Health and Welfare. Members share friendship and the pursuit of common goals. Dinner meetings are held on the last Wednesday every month.

PH: Kerri 0402 616 864.

E: [email protected]