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Australian Pensioners & Superannuants League
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.
We are a non-profit, non-party-political, membership association serving pensioners of all ages, superannuants and low-income retirees. We aim to improve the standard of living and well-being of members and non-members alike.
Meets on 4th Wednesday of each month from 9 am (Committee) and 11am (All members) at APSL Hall, 61 Hunter St, Pialba.
A’Capella Bay Singers
Are a show chorus of women whomperform a variety pieces in close 4 part harmony. We meet Monday evenings from 7pm to 8.30pm at the Hervey Bay RSL.
For more infornmation call Joy 0407 542 832
Bottlebrush Crafts
A venue for Art & Craft groups to meet weekly to socialise andf share expertise. A small gallery show cases the work of the local Artists and Artisans. There a range of quality products for sale.
30 Ferry Street, Maryborough – 0421 788 734
Burgowan Bowls Club Inc.
4 GEORGE Street, Torbanlea Queensland 4662 · ~23.2 km07 4129 4921
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
info@howardcommunitycentre.org.au
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
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.
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: 4124 1238
Eureka Country Music
Practice days are held every Tuesday 2.30pm at Baptist Church Hall, Maryborough. Entry $2, Tea & Coffee available, bring your own cup & snacks. Concerts are held on the 1st Saturday of each month at 12 noon.
Please call Heather to book a seat on 0427 972 789
Visit our Facebook page for more info
Fraser Coast Artslink
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.
Fraser Coast Artslink Hall
187 Bideford Street, Torquay
Fraser Coast Bicycle User Group
The Fraser Coast is a great place to enjoy on two wheels. Come and pedal your way to health and fitness while making some great friends along the way. The Club currently meets every Saturday with seven categories of group rides. No matter what kind of bike you ride or if you wear lycra or not, there is a ride group/level for you. We will help you with rides and routes that will increase your fitness, skill and confidence. Each group has a leader and a sweep ensuring that nobody gets left behind.
| Secretary | Mark Gaskell | 0435 481 166 |
Fraser Lions Club
Be involved and be connected to your community
You are most welcome to join the Lions Experience
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
Hervey Bay Sixty & 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 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 0400734699
14 Nikenbah Dundowran Rd, Nikenbah
Hervey Bay Athletics
Ph: 0429 239 344. 407 Lower Mountain Rd, Dundowran, Qld 4655
We run training programs all year round. Little Athletics training is Wednesday afternoons and Adult training Thursdays. Club Competition nights are Fridays From 4pm to 6pm during August to March. On your mark, set and GO! for family fun and fitness at the Hervey Bay Athletics Club. JOIN NOW or book in for a free Come and Try Out sesion. Find out more through Facebook or at www.herveybayathletics.com.au.
Hervey Bay & District Senior Citizens
Office open Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm.
28 Totness St Torquay Qld 4655
Ph 07 4128 4837
website: hbseniors.com.au
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: 41249200 . Office hours 9am-12pm
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.
Contact web site: herveybaydanceclub.com.au and follow the link
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 hbgemclub@gmail.com
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 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 MENS SHED
Cal in and see us during our operating hours. You will recieve a warm welcome. ‘Smoko’ is at 9.30am (a small charge applies). HBMS is a community based organisation that is accessible to all men. Our mission is to to advance the general health & well being of men.
Mon, Wed & Thu 8 – 12. 28 Aalborg Rd North, Nikenbah. www.hbmensshed.com.au
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.
Interested Growers Group (IGG)
Meetings take place 10am 4th Saturday of the month, except for December and January at the Orchid House, Elizabeth Street, Urangan.
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 Maryann Boyd on 0449 578 652 or email herveybayp@gmail.com
Hervey Bay Photography Club
The club provides a meeting place where amateur photographers can share information and learn from each other. WE have guest speakers, tutorials, workshops, competitions & outings.
For more information visit www.herveybayphotographyclub.org or call Max on 0414 936 928
Hervey Bay Ramblers Inc
Over 60’s walking group meeting each Sunday at 9am at a different park each week
For more info email Diana: stevens.diana@yahoo.com.au
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 Sports Club Inc.
133-149 Tavistock St, Torquay Ph 07 4125 2026
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.
Hervey Bay Square Dance Club
Dan Dinna House 459 Boat Harbour Drive
Learn the steps as you make new friends with Stepping Out. Come and check it out!
Each Saturday 9:30am to 11:30 am
Exercise the body and brain whilst having fun.
$3 per session Includes Tea/Coffee
www.squaredancingherveybay.com.au
Historical Motorcycle Club of Qld – Fraser Coast area
Torbanlea Hall Contact: Sue Church 0414 370 006
Part of Qld wide Historical Motorcycle Club of Qld Inc. Based on the Fraser Coast and catering for enthusiasts of motorcycles 30 years and older. Area/Club is involved in Rallies, Displays, Ride days and fellowship.Area meets at Torbanlea Hall on 1st Sunday monthly ex January.
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.
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.
Maryborough Choral Soviety is a fun loving community choir with no audition. They sing a wide range of Genres from Traditional to Sacred to Popular.
For more details got to our facebook page or call 0439 532 737
Maryborough & Wide Bay Philatelic Society
The Maryborough Wide Bay Philatelic Society meets monthly on the third Wednesday at 12.30pm at the Community Centre 30 Halcro Street, Pialba.
If you would like to find out how to become a member call Les on 0428 529 819
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
MELSA Maryborough Inc.
The Model Engineers & Live Steamers Association run miniature trains in Queens Park Maryborough on the last Sunday of every month from 9am to 1pm. New members are always welcome.
Facebook: Melsa Maryborough Qld Inc.
Website: melsamaryborough.org
Motorcyclists Advocating Child Empowerment (M.A.C.E)
M.A.C.E Wide Bay Chapter began in early 2015. M.A.C.E (Motorcyclists Advocating Child Empowerment) is a Social Motorcycle Club that exists to empower children who have suffered emotional, physical and sexual trauma resulting from an abusive relationship.
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: manager@omu.org.au Website:www.omu.org.au
Pearly Shells Social Bowlers
Pearly Shells Ladies Social Bowls Group play at the Urangan Bowls Clubcnr Marharet & Dayman Streets Urangan every Monday Morning. Anyone wanting to have a social game or wanting to learn bowls is most welcome. If you don’t have any bowls we will supply them for you.
Please just arrive at the club or phone 4128 9679 to put your name down before 8.30am
Pialba Bowls Club
56 Taylor St, Pialba, Qld 4655 Ph: 4128 1432
The friendliest bowls club in the bay! Everyone is welcome to play or just drop in for a chat.
Free expert bowls coaching available.
Family, private, barefoot bowls and birthday functions are our specialty.
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.
0414 756 112 Email: janis.street@gmail.com
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.
If you interested in promoting the Torquay area please come along and help create a truly positive vibe for all of the Torquay area and the businesses here.
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
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. No prerequisites or qualifications are needed to join and there are no essays, exams, homework or certificates for participation. Anyone over 50 is warmly welcome
Go to https://www.u3aherveybay.net/uni/ for more information
Volunteer Marine Rescue
VMR Hervey Bay QLD – Saving lives at sea. We provide marine search and rescue and waterside assistance services to the boating public on a volunteer basis
1 Buccanneer Ave, Urangan, Qld 4655
Ph: 4128 9666
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
Wide Bay Womens Health Centre Inc.
The Wide Bay Women’s Health Centre, is a point of contact for women in need of support, information, counselling and/or referral in the Wide Bay Area.
8 Truro St Hervey Bay Qld 4655 Ph: 4125 5788
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. For further information call Susan on 0427 735 952 or Robin on 0427 755 727