Hey Bro as the Kiwi’s say...we are celebrating our neighbour’s across the ditch this weekend with Waitangi Day! There are a couple events on the Coast that will see how they celebrate all things New Zealand’ish. If you are a book lover or the kids are book worms do not miss your chance to pick up cheap preloved books at the Lifeline book fair. Have fun this week!
Family Surf and Beach Fun
Saturday 6 February from 8am to 9:30am – Lifeguard Tower 40, Southport SLSC, Macarthur Pde, Main Beach
Surf awareness is on offer and your chance to learn everything you wanted to know about the surf, rips and how to stay safe at the beach. You can also learn how to ride a wave! No experience necessary and bring your body board if you have one. Booking are required for this FREE event by contacting Surf Coach at coach@surfcoach.net.au or text your child’s name, phone and age to Trudy on 0432 908 977.
Waitangi Day
Saturday 6 February from 9am to 9pm – Parklands Showgrounds Cnr Smith Street and Parklands Drive, Southport
A day to celebrate all things Kiwi! Take the kids down to immerse them in Kiwi culture at this family day picnic. There will be games, rides, an animal farm, heaps of great musical entertainment, traditional Maori cultural performances and stalls selling Kiwi fav’s. Grab a bite from the Hangi for $10 and stick around for the fireworks at 7pm. Kia Ora. Cost is $5 and kids under 16 are free. Contact Andrae for more details phone 5574 4247 or 0437 236 574.
Lifeline Fiction Fair
Saturday 6 February and Sunday 7 February from 8am to 5pm daily - Parklands Showgrounds Cnr Smith Street and Parklands Drive, Southport
Books, Books, Books … for young and old! Lifeline is giving you the chance to stock up those book shelves with all things fiction. Grab a bargain and save get some new material for those bedtime stories. Contact Shelley for more details on 5591 6477.
Beach Care – Palm Beach
Saturday 6 February from 9am to 11am – 27th Ave, Palm Beach
Slip, Slop, Slap and join your community dune planting this weekend. Make a difference and help plant native species and remove invasive weeds. Includes a morning tea and is suitable for all ages. Contact Naomi Edwards on 5552 8823 for more details on this FREE event.
Coastal Grind BMX
Saturday 6 February from 10am to 1pm – Discovery Park, Discovery Drive, Helensvale
On your bike! Take a ride in the beginner’s workshop then catch the tricks and latest moves of the experienced riders! No bookings are required and you can call Mark for more information on 0419 772 060. Brought to you by Active & Healthy GC.
Surfing
Saturdays from 8am at Surfers Paradise – Corner of Hanlan Street and the Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
Sundays in Burleigh – Justins Park, in front of Burleigh Heads SLSC
Fab waves, warm waters and friendly instructors are on hand to give you the help in experiencing surfing yourself. Beginner lessons for all ages and abilities. Bookings are required for both locations. Cheyne Horan School of Surf for Surfers 1800 227 873 for bookings $12 for 13 years and younger, $15 for over 14 years and Godfathers of the Ocean Surf School on 5593 5661 in Burleigh which are $10 per person
Waitangi Day & Pacific Islands Festival
Sunday 7 February from 10am to 5:30pm - Carrara Sports Fields Broadbeach Nerang Road, Carrara
A day of entertainment by Maori and Polynesian performers and cultural groups. Traditional hangi and ethnic foods and drink, carnival rides for the kids including an animal farm, balloon artist and face painters. Also sign on for local rugby clubs as this event is in support of local rugby and youth development and the tsunami relief efforts in the Pacific Islands. Tickets are $20 for adults and kids under 16 are free. Contact Randall for more details 5527 7552.
Juggle Jungle
Sunday 7 February from 10am to 1pm – Laguna Park, Laguna Ave, Palm Beach
Who’s got the rhythm of the drums? Take the kids down to try their hand at juggling, hula hoops, tribal drumming and line walking – great ways to encourage coordination, not to mention have some fun too! For more details contact Three Worlds on 5526 0900 or check out their website. Free event, brought to you by Active & Healthy GC.
Flight Centre Limited Travel Expo
Sunday 7 February from10am to 4pm - Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre Gold Coast Hwy, Broadbeach
If you have been bitten by the travel bug or need to plan a trip this year, you may want to check out this expo where you can take advantage of exclusive holiday deals. Whether your trip is by campervan, cruise, train or car there is something for all markets and you can book on the spot and win fab prizes. Free entry and you can contact Stacey for more details 3170 8112.
The February Village Markets
Sunday 7 February from 8am to 1pm - Burleigh Heads State School Lower Gold Coast Highway
These markets are fairly new to the Gold Coast and exhibit the quirky style of some of the best up and coming local designers, artists and vintage collections. Check out what this month has to offer. Parking is available at the Council car park on Connor St, Burleigh Heads and entry is free. Contact Sarah for more details 0414 561 650.
Thunder Cat Event
Sunday 7 February from 8am – Phillip Park, The Spit, Main Beach
If you’re out and about on the Broadwater this weekend check out the fast flying thunder cats as they race about. Perhaps a great spot to picnic and take in the boating action.
Let’s Live and Give Life Annual Memorial Skate Day
Sunday 7 February from 11am to 2pm - Gold Coast North Youth Centre, Oxley Drive, Runaway Bay.
There will be a skate competition in memory of Jye Strong and Nathan Sprecak who were tragically killed along a footpath in February 2008. Come celebrate the life and passion for skating that these local boys had and help raise awareness for not for profit organizations like Queensland Donate, Qld Homicide Victims Support Group and support this local family and friends. You can contact Alanna for more details 0439 226 409.
After school programs – Term 1
Monday to Thursdays from 8 February to 26 March from 4pm at various parks throughout GC
Head to your local park and let your kids enjoy a huge range of FREE, fun activities. Choose from Fit Kids, Kids Sports, Mini Olympics, Gladiators, Mini Boot Camp, Mad Sport, Find a Sport, Fitness Fun and Kids Circuit & Parachute Fun. Check the guide (page 60) for details of each provider and contact them directly for more information. Brought to you by Active & Healthy GC.
Free Fun in the park with the Fun Team
Wednesday 10 February from 9:30am to 11:30am – Canowindra Park, Lumeah Ave, Pimpama
Burn some energy and have some fun with the little ones! Two hours of fun (they say parents can relax) while they keep them busy including a jumping castle and free drink and healthy snack. Contact The Fun Team for more details or to register as bookings are required phone 5559 0957.
Kids Circuit & Parachute Fun
Wednesday 10 February from 4pm - Palm Beach Playing Fields (Mellaluca & Mallawa Drive)
A fun afternoon with the team from Leaps & Bounds. Have some fun with a parachute and get active. Free for children aged 2 to 12 years. Contact Leaps & Bounds Children’s Fitness Centre for more details on 5534 4030 or email info@childrensfitnesscentre.com.au
$2 Funday at the Movies
Sundays – Birch Carroll & Coyle Cinema, Pacific Fair
Kids pay just $2 with a paying adult on Sunday so that’s the day to spoil the kids with a movie date and take in one of the latest releases like the Tooth fairy or Alvin & The Chipmunks, The Squeakquel.
Library Time
Baby Rhyme Time, Read & Grow and even PJ’s story time where you can come dressed in your pyjamas! There is also after school fun for kids 6 to 12 so check your local library branch.
Active & Healthy GC Events for Kids
Check out these fun weekly events for Kids on various weekdays and locations throughout the Gold Coast. Prices range from FREE to $3.
• Move & Groove for two to five year olds
• Parents n’ Toddler sports
• Small Sports three to five year olds
• Move 2 Music
For times and locations check out the guide starting on page 57.
Also check out these fun activities from $5 and up:
• Kinder Circuit
• Ashmore Little Athletics
• AFL Junior Football
• Fun Swimming Squad
• Kung fu Kids
• Tennis blast for children
Activities for Parents – Active & Healthy GC
What a great way to meet other mamas and get out of house and enjoy the great outdoors! Activities range from FREE to $10 - Check out the guide for more details (pages 73 – 82) There is heaps and heaps!!!
The Original Stroller Group
Active & Healthy Mums
Pre-natal Yoga
Coolangatta Stroller Fitness
Mums and Bubs Yoga
Parents and Kids Fitness
Fitness Fun for Parents and Kids
Mummylicious Stroller Group Fitness Classes
Reactivation
Pelvic Floor Classes
Stretch, Strengthen and Stability
Yummy Mummies Boxing for Fitness
Look your Best Fitness Class
Mummy/Daddy and Me
Surfing Mums
Pregnancy Pilates
Mummy / Daddy & me Circuit and Walking Group
Super Mums Triathlon Training Squad
Mum Zone Fitness
Mum Zone Boxing
Childbirth Education Classes
New Parents Group
Playgroup
Infant Massage Group
Mums and Bubs Yoga
Pre and Post Natal Aqua Class
Gold Coast Markets
Feel like a bit of shopping this weekend? There is something relaxing about wandering the markets and taking in all the talent on offer and community vibe. Click on the link above and get an up to date list of all the markets on the Coast. We will now feature this every week in our What's On to keep you "in the know".
We just want to remind you to call ahead or check the websites listed if you are heading out this week, just in case any details have changed since we posted them. Have fun!
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Waitangi Day 
Surfing
The February Village Markets 
After school programs – Term 1 
Gold Coast Markets