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Council and Community Events
Council has developed a Gladstone Regional Events Strategy 2019 – 2024 to strengthen the region’s profile and position as a nationally recognised event destination.
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
Gladstone Regional Council has been monitoring and responding appropriately regarding the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, with our priority being the safety of the community and our people.
In compliance with COVID-19 Safe rules and under Queensland Health Directive we are beginning to recommence some of our public programs and events. For more information on what’s on follow us on Facebook.
Council will continue to follow health advice from Queensland Health and directions from the Queensland and Australian Governments.
Restrictions are in place regarding number of patrons allowed in Council facilities at any one time to ensure we can maintain social distancing.
We ask that visitors do not attend our facilities if you; have returned from overseas or a COVID-19 hotspot in the last 14 days, have cold or flu like symptoms, have been in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days. Interactions will be done as quickly and efficiently as possible to minimise face to face contact.
If you see people not adhering to restrictions, please contact Council on 4970 0700 or contact 13QGOV (13 74 68).
If you are a not-for-profit or community organisation who would like to register an event on Council's Community Calendar:
Upcoming events
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Coming Up
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Gladstone Region
As part of Council’s Operational Plan deliverables Council is conducting a Community Perception Survey (CPS) which seeks to understand our community’s satisfaction with Council.
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The sixth biennial Mayor’s Charity Ball will be held Saturday 29 May 2021. Tickets will go on sale 1 March 2021.
Beneficiary Nominations close 9am, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Beneficiary Nominations close 9am, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Location:
Wartburg Sport and Recreation Grounds, 569 coast road, Baffle Creek QLD 4674
Join us for a week of fun, fishing & adventure at the 2020 Baffle Creek Family Fishing Festival. Catch, Snap & Release Comp. Over $15000 worth of prizes to be won.
21 - 26 September 2020
21 - 26 September 2020
Location:
Gladstone Region
Craft packs available from all library locations, must borrow from the library that day to receive a pack, limited number available till packs run out.
Location:
Community Engagement Centre, 142 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Qld 4680
Eligible residents are able to access Council’s free annual Tax Help program. The program provides free and confidential assistance to eligible residents to lodge their 2019-20 tax return.
Location:
Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
Local arts & crafts market.
Free entry (2pm-7pm)
Free entry (2pm-7pm)
Location:
Gladstone Region
Council is launching a suite of surveys to capture the community’s feedback on Council’s asset-based services.
The first survey on Parks and Open closes 11 October.
The first survey on Parks and Open closes 11 October.
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Dads, granddads, uncles and brothers are invited to attend special Dad’s Read StoryTime on the last Saturday of each month.
FREE - bookings not required (11am-11:30am)
FREE - bookings not required (11am-11:30am)
Location:
Barney Point Park
Postponed to 26 September due to the weather: Kick off holidays by dressing up and learning what it takes to be a pirate! Ages 8+.
Free event - Bookings essential
10.30am - 11.30am, Sat 26 September.
Free event - Bookings essential
10.30am - 11.30am, Sat 26 September.
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Gladstone Region
Gladstone Regional Council is an Official Partner of International Access to Information Day.
This year’s theme is 'Building trust through transparency'.
This year’s theme is 'Building trust through transparency'.
Location:
Crow St Creative, 8 Crow Street, Gladstone Qld 4680
An exhibition of portraits by William Debois, revisiting the young subjects he photographed 5 years ago for his MILK TEETH exhibition.
9:30am-5pm Monday to Friday until 9 October 2020
9:30am-5pm Monday to Friday until 9 October 2020
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Make your own pet rock to take home.
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 25 and Tuesday 29 September
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 25 and Tuesday 29 September
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Paint an abstract painting of yourself or a friend.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Tuesday 29 & Thursday 1 October.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Tuesday 29 & Thursday 1 October.
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The time to dust off your easel has arrived with artists across the nation encouraged to submit an entry to The 45th Rio Tinto Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Looking for assistance for your Community or Sporting group?
Current funding round closing on 30 September 2020.
Current funding round closing on 30 September 2020.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Create nature inspired masterpieces in the heart of the Gardens.
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Location:
Online / Virtual Event for the Gladstone Region
Tune in to find out how to grow seeds at home using the materials from your week 2 library craft packs.
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Build your own bottle garden and take it home to watch it grow.
Free - Bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 2 October (places filling quickly)
Free - Bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 2 October (places filling quickly)
Location:
Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
2020 Agnes Water Triathlon is Full!
If you would like to be placed on a waiting list please email us.
Volunteers wanted! Can you help? We are looking for volunteers to help out on race day Sun 4 October
If you would like to be placed on a waiting list please email us.
Volunteers wanted! Can you help? We are looking for volunteers to help out on race day Sun 4 October
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum will be closed from 4pm Tuesday 6 October until 10am Saturday 17 October for the installation of the Martin Hanson Art Awards.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Raise awareness. Spread the word in-person or online about QMHW and help raise awareness about mental health and mental illness.
In 2020, QMHW will take place from October 10 to 18.
In 2020, QMHW will take place from October 10 to 18.
Location:
Gladstone Marina Parklands
Unfortunately the Community Open Day event has been postponed and will no longer be held on Sunday 11 October.
New date to be advised.
New date to be advised.
Location:
Gladstone Marina Parklands
RACQ Capricorn Rescue invites you to be a part of the most colourful fun run in Gladstone this year! Cover the Gladstone Ports Corporation Marina Parklands in a cloud of colour on Sunday 11th Oct 2020
Location:
Gladstone Women's Health Centre, 20 Tank Street, Gladstone Central
An informal support group for family/friends affected by the loss of a loved one through suicide.
Second Monday of each month from 6:30pm-8pm
Men are most welcome (not run by Woman's Health)
Second Monday of each month from 6:30pm-8pm
Men are most welcome (not run by Woman's Health)
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Lake Awoonga, Awoonga Dam Road, Benaraby Qld 4680
Do it for the thrill, do it for the fitness or just do it for the fun but don't miss your chance to ride, kayak and run through the beautiful surrounds of Lake Awoonga.
Tickets Online now until 5 Octob
Tickets Online now until 5 Octob
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The 45th Rio Tinto Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards 2020 exhibition of entries, supported by all-local individuals, businesses and industry.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Location:
Gladstone Region
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is held for one week each October as part of National Bird Week.
This year, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count will be held from 19-25 October 2020.
This year, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count will be held from 19-25 October 2020.
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
Location:
Bunting Park
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!
Movie: The Big Trip (PG)
Starting 6pm
Movie: The Big Trip (PG)
Starting 6pm
Location:
Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Location:
Pershouse Park
Join us for stories, rhymes and fun for the whole family when StoryTime heads to Perhouse Park, Benaraby.
10am-10.30am (25 Sept, 30 Oct, 27 Nov)
10am-10.30am (25 Sept, 30 Oct, 27 Nov)
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Ever wondered about writing and publishing? Ask our local authors and browse their books!
Buy a signed book or just have a chat.
Free drinks and nibbles. Bookings are essential.
Buy a signed book or just have a chat.
Free drinks and nibbles. Bookings are essential.
All upcoming events
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Gladstone Region
As part of Council’s Operational Plan deliverables Council is conducting a Community Perception Survey (CPS) which seeks to understand our community’s satisfaction with Council.
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The sixth biennial Mayor’s Charity Ball will be held Saturday 29 May 2021. Tickets will go on sale 1 March 2021.
Beneficiary Nominations close 9am, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Beneficiary Nominations close 9am, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Location:
Wartburg Sport and Recreation Grounds, 569 coast road, Baffle Creek QLD 4674
Join us for a week of fun, fishing & adventure at the 2020 Baffle Creek Family Fishing Festival. Catch, Snap & Release Comp. Over $15000 worth of prizes to be won.
21 - 26 September 2020
21 - 26 September 2020
Location:
Gladstone Region
Craft packs available from all library locations, must borrow from the library that day to receive a pack, limited number available till packs run out.
Location:
Community Engagement Centre, 142 Goondoon Street, Gladstone Qld 4680
Eligible residents are able to access Council’s free annual Tax Help program. The program provides free and confidential assistance to eligible residents to lodge their 2019-20 tax return.
Location:
Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
Local arts & crafts market.
Free entry (2pm-7pm)
Free entry (2pm-7pm)
Location:
Gladstone Region
Council is launching a suite of surveys to capture the community’s feedback on Council’s asset-based services.
The first survey on Parks and Open closes 11 October.
The first survey on Parks and Open closes 11 October.
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Dads, granddads, uncles and brothers are invited to attend special Dad’s Read StoryTime on the last Saturday of each month.
FREE - bookings not required (11am-11:30am)
FREE - bookings not required (11am-11:30am)
Location:
Barney Point Park
Postponed to 26 September due to the weather: Kick off holidays by dressing up and learning what it takes to be a pirate! Ages 8+.
Free event - Bookings essential
10.30am - 11.30am, Sat 26 September.
Free event - Bookings essential
10.30am - 11.30am, Sat 26 September.
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Gladstone Region
Gladstone Regional Council is an Official Partner of International Access to Information Day.
This year’s theme is 'Building trust through transparency'.
This year’s theme is 'Building trust through transparency'.
Location:
Crow St Creative, 8 Crow Street, Gladstone Qld 4680
An exhibition of portraits by William Debois, revisiting the young subjects he photographed 5 years ago for his MILK TEETH exhibition.
9:30am-5pm Monday to Friday until 9 October 2020
9:30am-5pm Monday to Friday until 9 October 2020
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Make your own pet rock to take home.
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 25 and Tuesday 29 September
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 25 and Tuesday 29 September
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Paint an abstract painting of yourself or a friend.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Tuesday 29 & Thursday 1 October.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Tuesday 29 & Thursday 1 October.
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The time to dust off your easel has arrived with artists across the nation encouraged to submit an entry to The 45th Rio Tinto Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Looking for assistance for your Community or Sporting group?
Current funding round closing on 30 September 2020.
Current funding round closing on 30 September 2020.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Create nature inspired masterpieces in the heart of the Gardens.
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Location:
Online / Virtual Event for the Gladstone Region
Tune in to find out how to grow seeds at home using the materials from your week 2 library craft packs.
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Build your own bottle garden and take it home to watch it grow.
Free - Bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 2 October (places filling quickly)
Free - Bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 2 October (places filling quickly)
Location:
Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
2020 Agnes Water Triathlon is Full!
If you would like to be placed on a waiting list please email us.
Volunteers wanted! Can you help? We are looking for volunteers to help out on race day Sun 4 October
If you would like to be placed on a waiting list please email us.
Volunteers wanted! Can you help? We are looking for volunteers to help out on race day Sun 4 October
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum will be closed from 4pm Tuesday 6 October until 10am Saturday 17 October for the installation of the Martin Hanson Art Awards.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Raise awareness. Spread the word in-person or online about QMHW and help raise awareness about mental health and mental illness.
In 2020, QMHW will take place from October 10 to 18.
In 2020, QMHW will take place from October 10 to 18.
Location:
Gladstone Marina Parklands
Unfortunately the Community Open Day event has been postponed and will no longer be held on Sunday 11 October.
New date to be advised.
New date to be advised.
Location:
Gladstone Marina Parklands
RACQ Capricorn Rescue invites you to be a part of the most colourful fun run in Gladstone this year! Cover the Gladstone Ports Corporation Marina Parklands in a cloud of colour on Sunday 11th Oct 2020
Location:
Gladstone Women's Health Centre, 20 Tank Street, Gladstone Central
An informal support group for family/friends affected by the loss of a loved one through suicide.
Second Monday of each month from 6:30pm-8pm
Men are most welcome (not run by Woman's Health)
Second Monday of each month from 6:30pm-8pm
Men are most welcome (not run by Woman's Health)
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Lake Awoonga, Awoonga Dam Road, Benaraby Qld 4680
Do it for the thrill, do it for the fitness or just do it for the fun but don't miss your chance to ride, kayak and run through the beautiful surrounds of Lake Awoonga.
Tickets Online now until 5 Octob
Tickets Online now until 5 Octob
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The 45th Rio Tinto Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards 2020 exhibition of entries, supported by all-local individuals, businesses and industry.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Location:
Gladstone Region
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is held for one week each October as part of National Bird Week.
This year, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count will be held from 19-25 October 2020.
This year, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count will be held from 19-25 October 2020.
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
Location:
Bunting Park
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!
Movie: The Big Trip (PG)
Starting 6pm
Movie: The Big Trip (PG)
Starting 6pm
Location:
Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Location:
Pershouse Park
Join us for stories, rhymes and fun for the whole family when StoryTime heads to Perhouse Park, Benaraby.
10am-10.30am (25 Sept, 30 Oct, 27 Nov)
10am-10.30am (25 Sept, 30 Oct, 27 Nov)
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Ever wondered about writing and publishing? Ask our local authors and browse their books!
Buy a signed book or just have a chat.
Free drinks and nibbles. Bookings are essential.
Buy a signed book or just have a chat.
Free drinks and nibbles. Bookings are essential.
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Gladstone Region
Always Was, Always Will Be.
Due to the imacts and uncertainty from COVID-19 the National NAIDOC Committee has moved the event to later in the year
Due to the imacts and uncertainty from COVID-19 the National NAIDOC Committee has moved the event to later in the year
Location:
Lowmead, Qld
The Lowmead 3 Car Challenge is an established off-road event in its 11th year. Testing the skills of a 3 car team over 4wd obstacles.
Location:
Alf Larson / Lions Park
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!
Movie: TBC (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Movie: TBC (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Location:
Mt Larcom Tourist Park, Mount Larcom Qld 4695
All vintage, classic and retro car, bike and caravan clubs, owners and those that just love retro vehicles - our 2nd Annual Retro 'n' Rhyme Show 'n' Shine event.
(10am-3pm)
(10am-3pm)
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Garage Sale Trail is a great way for individuals, neighbours, community groups, sporting clubs, businesses, schools and educational facilities to declutter, make some money, in time for Christmas.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Social Inclusion Week is about connecting local communities, workmates, family and friends, in order to build and strengthen relationships or networks and address isolation and exclusion.
Location:
Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Location:
Reg Tanna Park (Duck Ponds)
Discover the secrets of Gladstone Regions parks after dark! Come and join local experts for a fun and informative evening while reducing the number of Cane Toads in our waterways and parks.
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Location:
Memorial Park
Celebrate the New Year with family and friends at Gladstone’s FREE Community NYE celebration.
Location:
3 Taragoola Road, Calliope Qld 4680
Save the date to kick of the Australia Day weekend with another great event at the Calliope Rodeo Grounds.
Gates open 1:30pm Sat 24 Jan 2021
Gates open 1:30pm Sat 24 Jan 2021
Location:
Canoe Point Park
Join GRC and Conservation Volunteers Australia for a morning of wetland restoration and bird watching as we celebrate World Welands Day 2020.
Carpark at Canoe Point, Tannum Sands 9am-11am
Carpark at Canoe Point, Tannum Sands 9am-11am
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Get your dancing shoes ready and let the party begin with the best in Blues, Roots and Rock in the Great Barrier Reef’s Sensational Deep South. Be treated to three days of fantastic music.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Join Gladstone Regional Council in celebrating Parks Week 2021. This year’s focus is on how spending time in our parks and open spaces positively influences our wellbeing.
Location:
Gladstone Region
We are all part of the problem - but YOU can also be part of the solution. Clean Up Australia Day is held on the first Sunday of March each year.
Location:
Gladstone Marina Parklands
2021 - 59th Gladstone Harbour Festival
Planning is underway for the 59th Gladstone Harbour Festival event.
Planning is underway for the 59th Gladstone Harbour Festival event.
Location:
Gladstone Region
The 2020 event theme Yeah the Youth, emphased the importance of friendship, strength and unity between young people.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Community members are annually asked to identify and recognise the region’s younger residents, aged between 12 and 25 years, for their achievements and contributions to the community.
Location:
Boyne Valley Community Discovery Centre Inc
We’re holding our BOYNE VALLEY COUNTRY MUSIC CAMPOUT at the Boyne Valley Community Discovery Centre in Ubobo Central Queensland on Friday 9th April to Sunday 11th April 2021.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Thank you for helping us light up the dawn in 2020.
Location:
Bray Park
The Boyne Tannum HookUp is Australia’s Biggest Family Fishing Competition, with both adult and junior categories. This 3-day event is held in a beautiful location of the CQ Coast at Boyne Island.
Location:
Gladstone Region
We want to identify and recognise the efforts and input of our Gladstone community volunteers.
Nominations for 2021 Open in April
Nominations for 2021 Open in April
Location:
Gladstone Region
Every year since 1977, ICOM has organised International Museum Day (IMD), which represents a unique moment for the international museum community.
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum offers local children a glimpse into the lives of their peers in Japan through a variety of hands-on craft activities for Saiki Children's Day.
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
Each May, the communities of Seventeen Seventy and Agnes Water host an event to bring everyone together and annually appreciate this beautiful part of the world and the experiences it offers.
Location:
Canoe Point Park
Introducing the inaugural PAWS IN THE PARK - thanks to McCosker Contracting!
It’s not JUST a Paws walk, it’s a PAWS FESTIVAL!
Dogs, Music, Drinks, Fun ....AND Kids under 12 FREE.
It’s not JUST a Paws walk, it’s a PAWS FESTIVAL!
Dogs, Music, Drinks, Fun ....AND Kids under 12 FREE.
Location:
Gladstone Region
National Simultaneous Storytime is back for its 21st year!
Join us here at 11am as we share another book with the nation.
Join us here at 11am as we share another book with the nation.
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The Musical Gala with an International cast brings London’s West End and New York’s Broadway to Australia with a brand new show.
7.30pm
7.30pm
Location:
Mount Larcom Showgrounds
Planning is underway for the 2021 Mount Larcom Show.
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 June 2021
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 June 2021
Location:
Mount Larcom Showgrounds
Planning is underway for the 2021 Mount Larcom Show.
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 June 2021
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 June 2021
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Charmaine Wilson is a world-renowned Australian medium, who has been consistently recognised for her skill and compassion since awakening to her gift in 1999.
7:30pm
7:30pm
Location:
Worthington Road Reserve, Turkey Beach
Due to the current crisis facing the world, the Turkey beach Tractor Bash is officially off for 2020.
Date for 2021 event to be confirmed
Date for 2021 event to be confirmed
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Luminous 2019 was a glowing success - Looking forward to bigger and better in 2021
Location:
Benaraby State School
The Benaraby State School Country Fair is one of the community's largest events of the year, held on the 1st Sunday in August.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Please be advised that various Council locations will be closed for the Gladstone Show Public Holiday.
Location:
Calliope River Historical Village
An exiting new Festival with markets, amusements, rides and kid's entertainment and of course music, music, music!
2020 event postponed until 21 August 2021.
2020 event postponed until 21 August 2021.
Community submitted events
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Wartburg Sport and Recreation Grounds, 569 coast road, Baffle Creek QLD 4674
Join us for a week of fun, fishing & adventure at the 2020 Baffle Creek Family Fishing Festival. Catch, Snap & Release Comp. Over $15000 worth of prizes to be won.
21 - 26 September 2020
21 - 26 September 2020
Location:
Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
Local arts & crafts market.
Free entry (2pm-7pm)
Free entry (2pm-7pm)
Location:
Crow St Creative, 8 Crow Street, Gladstone Qld 4680
An exhibition of portraits by William Debois, revisiting the young subjects he photographed 5 years ago for his MILK TEETH exhibition.
9:30am-5pm Monday to Friday until 9 October 2020
9:30am-5pm Monday to Friday until 9 October 2020
Location:
Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
2020 Agnes Water Triathlon is Full!
If you would like to be placed on a waiting list please email us.
Volunteers wanted! Can you help? We are looking for volunteers to help out on race day Sun 4 October
If you would like to be placed on a waiting list please email us.
Volunteers wanted! Can you help? We are looking for volunteers to help out on race day Sun 4 October
Location:
Gladstone Marina Parklands
Unfortunately the Community Open Day event has been postponed and will no longer be held on Sunday 11 October.
New date to be advised.
New date to be advised.
Location:
Gladstone Marina Parklands
RACQ Capricorn Rescue invites you to be a part of the most colourful fun run in Gladstone this year! Cover the Gladstone Ports Corporation Marina Parklands in a cloud of colour on Sunday 11th Oct 2020
Location:
Gladstone Women's Health Centre, 20 Tank Street, Gladstone Central
An informal support group for family/friends affected by the loss of a loved one through suicide.
Second Monday of each month from 6:30pm-8pm
Men are most welcome (not run by Woman's Health)
Second Monday of each month from 6:30pm-8pm
Men are most welcome (not run by Woman's Health)
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Lake Awoonga, Awoonga Dam Road, Benaraby Qld 4680
Do it for the thrill, do it for the fitness or just do it for the fun but don't miss your chance to ride, kayak and run through the beautiful surrounds of Lake Awoonga.
Tickets Online now until 5 Octob
Tickets Online now until 5 Octob
Location:
Gladstone Region
The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is held for one week each October as part of National Bird Week.
This year, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count will be held from 19-25 October 2020.
This year, the Aussie Backyard Bird Count will be held from 19-25 October 2020.
Location:
Lowmead, Qld
The Lowmead 3 Car Challenge is an established off-road event in its 11th year. Testing the skills of a 3 car team over 4wd obstacles.
Location:
Mt Larcom Tourist Park, Mount Larcom Qld 4695
All vintage, classic and retro car, bike and caravan clubs, owners and those that just love retro vehicles - our 2nd Annual Retro 'n' Rhyme Show 'n' Shine event.
(10am-3pm)
(10am-3pm)
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Gladstone Region
Social Inclusion Week is about connecting local communities, workmates, family and friends, in order to build and strengthen relationships or networks and address isolation and exclusion.
Location:
Reg Tanna Park (Duck Ponds)
Discover the secrets of Gladstone Regions parks after dark! Come and join local experts for a fun and informative evening while reducing the number of Cane Toads in our waterways and parks.
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Markets around the region
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Tom Jeffery Park, Agnes Water
Local arts & crafts market.
Free entry (2pm-7pm)
Free entry (2pm-7pm)
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Location:
Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Mt Larcom Tourist Park, Mount Larcom Qld 4695
All vintage, classic and retro car, bike and caravan clubs, owners and those that just love retro vehicles - our 2nd Annual Retro 'n' Rhyme Show 'n' Shine event.
(10am-3pm)
(10am-3pm)
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Calliope River Historical Village
Come along to our Country Markets
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Children Free, Adults $2 admission (8am-12pm)
Location:
Seventeen Seventy SES Grounds
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)
(8am-12pm)
Location:
Dennis Park, Boyne Island Q 4680
Great food, Market Stalls, Cold Brew and Live music.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
3rd Friday of each month from 5pm
Location: Seagulls Rugby League Club - Boyne Island.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
The Rotary Club of Gladstone Midday is hosting their Charity Market at the Tondoon Botanic Gardens.
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
Monthly market held 3rd Sunday of the month.
7am - 12pm
School holiday events
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Gladstone Region
Craft packs available from all library locations, must borrow from the library that day to receive a pack, limited number available till packs run out.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Make your own pet rock to take home.
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 25 and Tuesday 29 September
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 25 and Tuesday 29 September
Location:
Pershouse Park
Join us for stories, rhymes and fun for the whole family when StoryTime heads to Perhouse Park, Benaraby.
10am-10.30am (25 Sept, 30 Oct, 27 Nov)
10am-10.30am (25 Sept, 30 Oct, 27 Nov)
Location:
Barney Point Park
Postponed to 26 September due to the weather: Kick off holidays by dressing up and learning what it takes to be a pirate! Ages 8+.
Free event - Bookings essential
10.30am - 11.30am, Sat 26 September.
Free event - Bookings essential
10.30am - 11.30am, Sat 26 September.
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Paint an abstract painting of yourself or a friend.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Tuesday 29 & Thursday 1 October.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Tuesday 29 & Thursday 1 October.
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Create nature inspired masterpieces in the heart of the Gardens.
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Location:
Online / Virtual Event for the Gladstone Region
Tune in to find out how to grow seeds at home using the materials from your week 2 library craft packs.
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Build your own bottle garden and take it home to watch it grow.
Free - Bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 2 October (places filling quickly)
Free - Bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 2 October (places filling quickly)
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Kids make butterflies and bees from easy materials that can be found at home.
FREE - Bookings Required (10am-11:00am)
FREE - Bookings Required (10am-11:00am)
Location:
Online / Virtual Event for the Gladstone Region
Tune in to find out how to make grass heads using the materials from your week 1 library craft packs.
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am.
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am.
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Learn to make three different kinds of slime.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Thursday 24 September
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Thursday 24 September
Council meetings
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council advises that it will hold General Meetings of Council every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
No public gallery due to COVID-19 restrictions - watch online
Council community events
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The sixth biennial Mayor’s Charity Ball will be held Saturday 29 May 2021. Tickets will go on sale 1 March 2021.
Beneficiary Nominations close 9am, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Beneficiary Nominations close 9am, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Location:
Bunting Park
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!
Movie: The Big Trip (PG)
Starting 6pm
Movie: The Big Trip (PG)
Starting 6pm
Location:
Alf Larson / Lions Park
A family movie night under the stars, presented by Gladstone Regional Council!
Movie: TBC (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Movie: TBC (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Location:
Gladstone Region
Garage Sale Trail is a great way for individuals, neighbours, community groups, sporting clubs, businesses, schools and educational facilities to declutter, make some money, in time for Christmas.
Upcoming events at Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
The sixth biennial Mayor’s Charity Ball will be held Saturday 29 May 2021. Tickets will go on sale 1 March 2021.
Beneficiary Nominations close 9am, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Beneficiary Nominations close 9am, Mon 28 Sept 2020.
Upcoming events at Gladstone Regional Libraries
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Gladstone Region
Craft packs available from all library locations, must borrow from the library that day to receive a pack, limited number available till packs run out.
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Dads, granddads, uncles and brothers are invited to attend special Dad’s Read StoryTime on the last Saturday of each month.
FREE - bookings not required (11am-11:30am)
FREE - bookings not required (11am-11:30am)
Location:
Barney Point Park
Postponed to 26 September due to the weather: Kick off holidays by dressing up and learning what it takes to be a pirate! Ages 8+.
Free event - Bookings essential
10.30am - 11.30am, Sat 26 September.
Free event - Bookings essential
10.30am - 11.30am, Sat 26 September.
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Paint an abstract painting of yourself or a friend.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Tuesday 29 & Thursday 1 October.
Free Event - Bookings Essential
Tuesday 29 & Thursday 1 October.
Location:
Online / Virtual Event for the Gladstone Region
Tune in to find out how to grow seeds at home using the materials from your week 2 library craft packs.
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am
Free Online event with Facebook Live from 10.30am
Location:
Pershouse Park
Join us for stories, rhymes and fun for the whole family when StoryTime heads to Perhouse Park, Benaraby.
10am-10.30am (25 Sept, 30 Oct, 27 Nov)
10am-10.30am (25 Sept, 30 Oct, 27 Nov)
Location:
Gladstone City Library
Ever wondered about writing and publishing? Ask our local authors and browse their books!
Buy a signed book or just have a chat.
Free drinks and nibbles. Bookings are essential.
Buy a signed book or just have a chat.
Free drinks and nibbles. Bookings are essential.
Upcoming events at Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Muesum
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The time to dust off your easel has arrived with artists across the nation encouraged to submit an entry to The 45th Rio Tinto Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards.
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum will be closed from 4pm Tuesday 6 October until 10am Saturday 17 October for the installation of the Martin Hanson Art Awards.
Location:
Gladstone Regional Art Gallery & Museum
The 45th Rio Tinto Martin Hanson Memorial Art Awards 2020 exhibition of entries, supported by all-local individuals, businesses and industry.
Upcoming events at Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Location:
Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Gladstone Regional Council is hosting an information session on 9 October to promote recent Invitations to Tender for a range of Construction Trade Services panels.
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
RSVP by Tuesday 6 October
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Make your own pet rock to take home.
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 25 and Tuesday 29 September
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 25 and Tuesday 29 September
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Create nature inspired masterpieces in the heart of the Gardens.
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
FREE - bookings required (10am-11am)
Location:
Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Build your own bottle garden and take it home to watch it grow.
Free - Bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 2 October (places filling quickly)
Free - Bookings required (10am-11am)
Friday 2 October (places filling quickly)
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Phone:
(07) 4970 0700
Opening Hours:
8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday
Postal Address:
PO Box 29
Gladstone Qld 4680
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Gladstone Regional Council would like to acknowledge the Byellee, Gooreng Gooreng, Gurang and Taribelang Bunda people who are the traditional custodians of this land. Gladstone Regional Council would also like to pay respect to Elders both past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Learn more about Council's Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
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