Line Dancing Boot ‘scootin gained popularity in 1990s and continues to attract enthusiasts across the country. Community Events’ President, Lesley Christensen scooted along to the Community Hall to learn a few moves with the Woodgate Line Dancers. Line Dancing has been active at Woodgate beginning in 1995, with Lorelle Mattson leading the dancers through theirContinue reading “But, what is there to do in Woodgate? #5”
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But, what is there to do in Woodgate? #4
Tai Chi Tai Chi has been on offer in Woodgate for the past six years, thanks to Di Buckley and current instructor, Glenda Campbell. Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art but it is also a gentle form of exercise for all ages that can benefit physical and mental wellbeing. Tai Chi can improve mobility,Continue reading “But, what is there to do in Woodgate? #4”
Woodgate Fair Fantastic
The Easter@ Woodgate Fair 2024 is shaping up to be a monster market day. Event organisers Woodgate Community Events have already booked 180 stall holders to attend this year. President Lesley Christensen said this exceeds last year’s markets, which attracted a crowd of between 8,500 and 9,000 people. “The fair last year was one ofContinue reading “Woodgate Fair Fantastic”
But, what is there to do in Woodgate? #3
The Men’s Shed The Woodgate Men’s Shed Inc. was established in 2013 with the “shed” officially opening in March 2013. For those not familiar, Men’s Sheds were established to provide a safe, friendly environment for blokes to meet up for a chat, pass on skills and knowledge and, feel OK about talking about personal issuesContinue reading “But, what is there to do in Woodgate? #3”
But, what is there to do in Woodgate? #2
The second blog in this “what is there to do” series … Tennis! Have you been inspired by the Australian Open? Think you’d like to give tennis a go? Well you can. The Woodgate Tennis Club is a dedicated group of players who meet twice a week for a social game of tennis and haveContinue reading “But, what is there to do in Woodgate? #2”
But, what is there to do in Woodgate?
A new resident to Woodgate recently remarked that he was leaving Woodgate as there was nothing to do once you were over fishing and beach walking! He said he had made no friends, no one came to visit, and had no near neighbours as both sides of him were holiday rentals. Moving to a smallContinue reading “But, what is there to do in Woodgate?”
Australia Day 2024
Woodgate Community Events and Bundaberg Regional Council announced Woodgate’s 2024 Australia Day Awards recipients at a BBQ breakfast. Ms Glenda Campbell was awarded Citizen of Year in recognition of her tireless volunteer work with emergency services and numerous community groups and clubs. Glenda wears many hats as an active member and Treasurer of the WoodgateContinue reading “Australia Day 2024”
Fundraising role supports locals
Eight local community organisations have shared in $10,000 raised by Woodgate Community Events this year. Funds raised by Woodgate Community Events during the Easter fair have been distributed to local emergency medical and transport services, wildlife carers and veterans’ and cancer support. Woodgate Community Events president Lesley Christensen says one of the core values ofContinue reading “Fundraising role supports locals”
Why Easter at Woodgate is special
The annual Easter holiday to Woodgate is a long-held tradition for many families. Generations of locals and those who found our beachside village by chance alike make the trek back each year. Woodgate has that appeal. It’s the kind of place that cheers; a place where people gather to reconnect with grandparents, cousins, siblings, uncles andContinue reading “Why Easter at Woodgate is special”
Giving back
Woodgate Community Events donated $7,000 in 2022 to local services that support the Woodgate community. Fundraising efforts throughout the year at annual events are shared with emergency services, charities and other community groups that actively support Woodgate residents. Over the past five years more than $11,000 has been donated. President Lesley Christensen said it wasContinue reading “Giving back”