Matthew Flinders (Marina) Bridge - Essential operational maintenance

Council would like to advise stakeholders that the Matthew Flinders (Marina) Bridge on Bryan Jordan Drive will be undergoing essential operational maintenance, cleaning, repairs, and testing - Wednesday 25 March & Thursday 26 March 2026.

The bridge will be closed to all marine vessel traffic for the duration of the works (48hrs).

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What's on in Gladstone

Enjoy the school holidays in the Gladstone Region this April with something for everyone: Easter in Gladstone, our School Holiday Program, Queensland Youth Week, markets and more.

You'll be Glad to be in Gladstone!

Agnes Water Op Shop

Thursday, 26 March 2026 | 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM

50 more dates

The Op shop promotes sustainable practices, offering a wide range of affordable goods, and provides practical support to individuals and families in need.

Open 9am-1pm Tuesday to Saturday each week

Agnes Water Op Shop, 200 Bicentennial Drive, Agnes Water 4677

Tagged as: , Charity, Community Events and Fundraisers, Markets and Pop-ups

Bargain Shop at St Marks Anglican Church

Friday, 27 March 2026 | 08:00 AM to 11:30 AM

50 more dates

Large range of pre-loved items with something for the whole family.

Donations accepted during opening hours.

St Marks Anglican Church, 6 Malpas Street, Boyne Island 4680

Tagged as: , Charity, Community Events and Fundraisers, Markets and Pop-ups

Community Connection - Open Mic Night

Friday, 27 March 2026 | 05:00 PM

Community Connection through Live Music, Flavoursome Food, Refreshing Drinks and a little Easter twist!

5pm till late. Friday 27 March 2026

Discovery Coast Sport and Recreation Club, 165 Anderson Way, Agnes Water 4677

Tagged as: , Community Events and Fundraisers, Music and Performing Arts

Friends of Bindaree Garage Sale

Saturday, 28 March 2026 | 07:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Community volunteers raising money by selling second-hand clothes, furniture and more for our residents of Bindaree lodge.

Bring a friend, and your bags.

Bindaree lodge, Beacon Avenue, Boyne Island 4680

Tagged as: , Charity, Community Events and Fundraisers, Markets and Pop-ups

Boyne Valley Country Markets

Sunday, 29 March 2026 | 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM

9 more dates

Enjoy a scenic drive through the Boyne Valley. Check out the markets, do some weekend shopping, grab a coffee and a meal off the menu.

Last Sunday of the month. 9am-1pm

Grand Hotel, Many Peaks, 27-33 Morgan Street, Many Peaks 4680

Tagged as: , Markets and Pop-ups

Public Holiday - Easter Weekend

Friday, 03 April 2026 | 06:00 AM to Monday, 06 April 2026 | 06:00 PM

Gladstone Regional Council is advising residents of its venue and facility operating hours during the Easter long weekend.

Urgent phone enquiries will be taken 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on (07) 4970 0700.

Tagged as: , Public & Special Holidays

Gladstone Orchid and Foliage Society Easter Show

Friday, 03 April 2026 | 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM

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The Gladstone Orchid and Foliage Society invites the community to a free Easter Plant Show on 3rd and 4th April at Bill Robertson Toyota, featuring beautiful orchid and foliage displays and many plants for sale.

Bill Robertson Toyota, 80-84 Hanson Road, Gladstone 4680

Tagged as: , Community Events and Fundraisers, Culture, History and Heritage, Exhibitions and Festivals, Markets and Pop-ups, Nature and Wildlife, Public & Special Holidays, Seniors

Beach Arts Music (BAM)

Saturday, 04 April 2026 | 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM

9 more dates

Live entertainment, great food, and a huge variety of market stalls. Bring a blanket/some chairs and make an afternoon of it. Monthly market held 1st Saturday of the month from 2pm - 7pm.

Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands 4680

Tagged as: , Children & Families, Community Events and Fundraisers, Markets and Pop-ups, Music and Performing Arts, Seniors, Teens and Young Adults

Gladstone Curtis Markets

Sunday, 05 April 2026 | 07:00 AM to 12:00 PM

8 more dates

A vibrant community/flea market held in the Gladstone Centre Plaza Kmart Carpark (undercover).

7am-12pm First Sunday of every month (excluding January)

Gladstone Centre Plaza, 75 Dawson Hwy, Gladstone Central 4680

Tagged as: , Markets and Pop-ups

Discovery Coast Markets

Sunday, 05 April 2026 | 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM

24 more dates

Free community event held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and every public and school holiday Sunday at the Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds.

(8am-12pm) Sunday 8 March market has been cancelled due to the weather forecast.

Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds, Captain Cook Drive, Seventeen Seventy 4677

Tagged as: , Markets and Pop-ups

Library Hunt – Australian Megafauna

Tuesday, 07 April 2026 | 12:00 AM - 18 Apr 2026

They were massive and mighty, they roamed long ago- but can you track them down?

All ages | Free

2pm-4pm 7-18 April 2026

Agnes Water Library, 71 Springs Road, Agnes Water 4680

Tagged as: , Children & Families, Festival of Summer, School Holiday Program

Craft Buffet Gladstone City Library

Tuesday, 07 April 2026 | 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM

1 more date

Join us once again these school holidays for our Craft Buffet.

Ages 4+ | Free

10am-2pm Tue 7 & 14 April 2026

Gladstone City Library, 39 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Central 4680

Tagged as: , Children & Families, Festival of Summer, School Holiday Program

Kids Holiday Craft Buffet

Tuesday, 07 April 2026 | 10:30 AM

Looking for something to get the creative juices flowing? Join us once again these school holidays for our ever-popular hands-on Craft Buffet.

All ages | Free

10.30am Tues 7 April 2026

Agnes Water Library, Crn Wyndham & Hayes Avenue, Agnes Water 4680

Tagged as: , Children & Families, Festival of Summer, School Holiday Program

Kids Holiday Craft Buffet

Wednesday, 08 April 2026 | 09:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Looking for something to get the creative juices flowing? Join us once again these school holidays for our ever-popular hands-on Craft Buffet.

All ages | Free

9.30am-11.30am Wed 8 April 2026

Boyne Island Library, Crn Wyndham & Hayes Avenue, Boyne Island 4680

Tagged as: , Children & Families, Festival of Summer, School Holiday Program

Wooden Hearts

Wednesday, 08 April 2026 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Use your creative talent to paint/decorate a wooden heart to hang in your bedroom.

Ages 6+ | Free

10am-11.30am Wed 8 April 2026

Miriam Vale Library, 41 Blomfield Street, Miriam Vale 4680

Tagged as: , Children & Families, Festival of Summer, School Holiday Program

Stuffed Creatures

Wednesday, 08 April 2026 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Design a creature with fantastical features. Create a stuffie using your imagination, felt sheets, and needle and thread.

Ages 8-15 | Free

10am-12pm Wed 8 April 2026

Gladstone City Library, 39 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Central 4680

Tagged as: , Children & Families, Festival of Summer, School Holiday Program