In the Community

Q: Is the Resource Centre still accepting used tech-device donations, like my old cell phone?

The Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden was flocked in white Aug. 9, as guests arrived in their summer best to a Gala Garden Party to kick-off raising funds for the garden’s new Plant Propagation Program.

Also, thanks go out to organizers and volunteers of Pender Harbour Days Wooden Boat Festival

On Sunday there were winners who had not even been born when the Sunshine Coast Drag Racing Association (SCDRA) had its first race in August 1999. There were also drag racers who raced in 1999 and were back again for more.

'This unparalleled master mariner also owned many pleasure crafts over the years, however his pride and joy was always the 66' Seiner conversion commonly known as the Universe. Royal spent his leisure time on this vessel entertaining his abundance of friends and family, with his lead hand June Maynard, a very worthy first mate indeed!'

'When Grace was born, she was welcomed into the world with thunder and lightning, and she kept a little bit of that storm in her throughout her life with her boundless energy and loud voice.'

'Barbara's warmth and compassion created lasting friendships, leaving an enduring impact.'

'Hans lived a great life living by the water and making friends wherever he went. A cup of coffee and a story with friends was always on his agenda. He worked hard and gave back to his community any way he could.'

'Sundy was happiest in fast cars and on motorcycles, sharing a laugh around a campfire, spending a day out crabbing and prawning on the boat, getting her hands dirty gardening (no one grew more beautiful dahlias and roses), cooking delicious meals for those she loved, and spending quality time with her grandchildren.'