Tamborine Mountain

As Effie Anderson marked her 90th birthday, her life on Tamborine Mountain was celebrated by friends and family at the Heritage Centre, but it was a competition she entered at just 12 years of age, which remains her legacy. In 1948 a competition was held for children to rename the North […]

Tamborine Mountain Eagles Division Two Men’s coach Chris Simpson believes his side’s resilience and strong club culture have been key to an outstanding season as the team prepares for the finals. The Eagles currently sit second on the Football Queensland Division Two Men ladder after losing just one match all […]

Tamborine Mountain’s Bushrats rugby league club were left out in the cold after Tamborine Mountain AH&I Society refused to allow the club to train on the grounds. The dispute follows the expiration of the Bushrats’ lease last year and their decision to move to Tamborine Mountain Sports Association in 2027. […]

It’s not uncommon for Dwayne Chanter to shut up his shop on Gallery Walk at the end of the day and then drive a desperate tourist down to the Gold Coast. “I’ve driven heaps of people down the mountain when they get stuck,” the owner of Hinterland Organics said. “People […]

The strong creative arts community on Tamborine Mountain turned out for the opening of the new pottery studio at the Creative Arts centre. Member for Scenic Rim Jon Krause officially opened the studio after touring the beautiful extension and admiring the work of local potters on display. Tamborine Mountain Creative […]

Tamborine Mountain Men’s Shed Treasurer, Peter Huthnanace, presented Carlo’s IGA Store Manager, Karen Boyd, a hand-made wall plaque to acknowledge and thank IGA for the generous donation of over $2,000 from the store’s Community Chest program.  Having received a similar amount in an earlier Community Chest donation, Peter said that […]

By Rebecca Bell Hypermobility is something that is often spoken about in children.   However, like most things we had no idea about 40 years ago, it is not surprising that more recently many adults are being diagnosed with it; me included.   This was a big surprise, as hypermobility to me […]

It is illegal to leave or not dispose of dog-faeces. Dog walkers can even be fined by council dog patrols for not carrying a dog poo bag.  I would encourage people to remind anyone (politely) they see not picking up their dog’s poo, even if you are ignored or told […]

While topographical and climatic factors must be considered when planning out a garden it’s also important to design within the context of the architecture of your home, and the broader landscape within which it sits.  Your garden should feel like a natural outdoor extension of your indoor living spaces.  A […]

By now you should have received your latest rates and dog registration renewals notices. If not, please contact Council. Pease ensure your dog is registered and contained within your property. The application OPW25/064 for a 7.9m pylon advertising sign at 165-183 Long Rd was approved at Council’s Ordinary Meeting on […]