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Written By Sally Eberhardt

Say goodbye to the old year and welcome in 2025 in your own style! Check out these cool options for New Year’s Eve celebrations on Tuesday, 31 December. 

Feeling a bit RETRO? Let’s party like it’s the 80s! 

Head down to Sports Central Caboolture to welcome in the New Year with their Ultimate 80s Party. Dance the night away or chill and reminisce to the greatest hits of the decade that brought us big hair bands, lycra and a multitude of megastars across nearly every genre of popular contemporary music in existence. 

From Michael Jackson to Metallica, Madonna to Billy Joel, and Duran Duran to Adam Ant, the 80s were bursting with talent and new sounds. Join in as the band turns back time and plays all the greatest hits for the countdown to 2025. 

Lucky door and best-dressed prizes will be won on the night so dig deep into your wardrobe for your funkiest gear. 

Free entry. Live entertainment starts at 5pm and 80s hits are with the DJ upstairs from 9pm to 1am. 

Love the Mystery and Elegance of a Masquerade Party?

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Caboolture Sports Club with a classy Black and Gold Masquerade Party. 

Dress to impress in your best black and gold outfit and don’t forget to wear your mask. Be inspired by the costumes of a traditional Venetian ball, get down with a little Steampunk or show off your own style as you enjoy a night of fun and entertainment.  

Free entry. Soloist Casey Fogg plays live from 5:30pm with Empyre on stage from 9pm to 1am. 

Ready to power into 2025 at a family-friendly event? 

Everyone is encouraged to dress as their favourite superhero for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve at Morayfield Tavern! 

Whether your hero of choice is Spiderman, Wonder Woman, Thor or another caped crusader, this is a fun event that suits all ages. Especially as kids under 12 eat free from 5pm to 9pm! 

Kids will love the face-painting and there are lucky door prizes, as well as many prizes for the best costumes. 

Move into the Sports Bar for roaming canapes and fun specials from 8pm to 10pm. 

Reservations required at Morayfield Tavern.

What do you want your life to look like in 2025?

Creating a Vision for 2025

Learn about the power of using vision boards and goal setting to manifest the life that you want at Vision Board Workshop “Creating a Vision for 2025” at North Harbour on Sunday, 10 November. 

BPW Moreton Bay brings you this hands-on practical event to help participants gain clarity and maintain focus on their life goals. Create your own vision board and learn all about the science behind vision boards and how to apply them to your life with expert help from Fiona and Jessy of The Empowerment Arena and She Manifests Magic. 

Tickets $60. Bookings essential. For more information and tickets go to events.humanitix.com/copy-of-bpw-moreton-bay-networking-event 

Workshop runs from 10am to 1pm. 

Like to know how to take an active role in the conservation of threatened plants? 

If you love the bush and have an interest in the protection of threatened native plant species, don’t miss this FREE Flora Survey Training Workshop at CREEC Environmental Education Centre on Friday, 15 November. 

Nature lovers with a desire to assist in species conservation will enjoy this workshop brought to you by Queensland Threatened Plant Network. Topics include establishing a plant profile, key information to collect when conducting a plant survey and how survey data can be used to conserve threatened plants. You will then have the opportunity to put theory into action with a walk in the bushland to practice survey techniques. 

Morning tea and lunch are provided. Dress for the bush (boots, hat, long clothing) and BYO water, clipboard, pen and GPS (if you have one). 

RSVP essential. Please contact Paul Donatiu, QTPN Project Manager on 0434 258 076 or 
paul.donatiu@des.qld.gov.au 

Looking to spruce up your summer wardrobe with lovely $5 bargains?

Lisa’s Willow Tree Café

You will be spoilt for choice as you browse the new, near new and pre-loved clothing sale at Lisa’s Willow Tree Café on Tuesday, 19 November. 

Racks of dresses, skirts, shirts and pants of all sizes, colours and styles will be available for your bargain-hunting pleasure. Most are women’s fashions but there will be something for the gentlemen too. 

Everything is $5 and under, with proceeds going to support all the fundraising that Lisa and the team do for the community. 

Event runs from 10am to 2pm.

Looking for the family treats in ‘trick or treat’?

Discover a magical hall full of themed stalls and fun family activities at the Halloween and Mystical Indoor Twilight Event at Morayfield Sports and Events Centre on Saturday, 26 October.

Have a fiendishly good time with exciting Halloween activities, competitions, prizes and costume parades for both kids and adults. Kids can buy a bucket and fill it with goodies as they explore the event as a safe and fun trick-or-treating experience.

Bring the family for spooky surprises, fantastic costumes and fascinating Halloween wares!

Open 3pm-9pm.

Dare to see what comes out at twilight?

Join the creepy and kooky hordes in their Halloween costumes at the Caboolture Halloween Twilight Market at Caboolture Showgrounds on Saturday, 26 October.

Wander the large array of stalls and indulge in delicious sweet and savoury treats. Come dressed as your favourite character and vie for the prize for Best Dressed.

Bring the whole family of zombies, vampires, witches and wizards for a great evening out. Give Mummy the night off cooking – she’ll be wrapped!

Open 4pm-9pm.

What will you find in a haunted village?

Baur house - Courtesy of Caboolture Historical Village
Baur House – Courtesy of Caboolture Historical Village

As dusk descends, all manner of creatures emerge at the Village of the Damned Halloween Event at Caboolture Historical Village on Thursday, 31 October.

Gird your loins and wander through the village to see the beautifully decorated buildings and visit the Halloween market for all your enchanting essentials. Treat yourself to delectable nibbles and keep your eyes peeled for apparitions.

Don’t forget to cast your vote for your favourite display, all in support of local community groups. Some are very interactive so be ready for surprises!

Entry costs: Adults $10, 6-16 years $5, littlies free.

Open 5pm-9pm. Scare-free hour for little monsters is from 5pm-6pm.

Looking for some Halloween fun for your little boos and ghouls?

Girl - free image from Pixabay
Girl – free image from Pixabay

Bring the kids to the Spooktacular Halloween Party at Sundowner Hotel for a night of free entertainment on Thursday, 31 October.

Set the scene for an exciting evening as our face painter helps transform the kids into their favourite spooky characters. Come in costume ready to party then watch your little monsters show off their best dance moves at the Kid’s Halloween Disco.

Face-painting from 5.30pm-8.30pm. Disco from 6pm-8pm.

Think Tina Turner was simply ‘The Best’?

Then don’t miss Totally Tina, the best Tina Turner tribute show you’ll ever see, at Caboolture Sports Club on Saturday, 28 September.

Known as the ‘Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll’, Tina Turner electrified audiences from the 50s through to the 90s and performer Lesley Hartz does her proud today with her power, energy and attention to detail.

Experience the passionate searing vocals of Lesley’s faithful renditions of Tina Turner’s greatest hits such as Private Dancer, What You Get is What You See and many more.

Take a trip with Lesley and her band of accomplished musicians to ‘Beyond the Thunderdome’, dance to ‘Nutbush City Limits’, and find out ‘What’s Love Got to Do With It’.

One thing is for sure – you will LOVE this free show!

Totally Tina Tribute Show runs from 8.30pm until late.

Looking to sink your teeth into some tasty bites?

Queensland’s biggest feast is arriving for one night only at Caboolture Showgrounds on Thursday, 26 September.

Dig into the delicious offerings from a large range of food trucks – from simple to fancy, savoury to sweet, and international cuisines to homegrown – there will be something to please everyone’s palate.

Turn up hungry so you have room to try lots of tempting treats. Bring friends and family to share the love – and the food!

Singers and musicians will be performing live. Browse the boutique retail stalls and relax in the friendly atmosphere.

Entry is $3 per person. Open 4pm until late.

Is a place filled with food, art and music your idea of heaven?

Attendees of StreetFeast

Bring the family for a great day out at the FREE Wamuran’s F.A.M (Food, Art, Music) Festival at Wamuran Sports Complex on Saturday, 21 September.

Indulge all your senses as you listen to a talented lineup of local musicians, discover artistic creations and taste fabulous food.

Food trucks will be onsite for an instant delicious bite. And bring your shopping bags to fill as local producers and food vendors showcase the best of Wamuran’s offerings including fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, honey and more.

Meet talented local artists and see their creations in a variety of different mediums, including painting and sculpture to jewellery and textiles. Support local and take home a piece of their art.

Open from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Do crystals and pretty baubles put a sparkle in your eye?

Whether you believe in the healing power of crystals or simply love bling, you will be in your element as Crystal Living and Crystal Shows Australia bring you the Morayfield Crystal and Jewellery Expo at Morayfield Community Hall on Saturday, 10 August and Sunday, 11 August.

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Come and browse the many stalls displaying gemstones, crystals, carvings and jewellery, including the prettiest of earrings, necklaces, bracelets and other statement pieces. Card readers will also be on site for the curious.

This is a great opportunity to soak up the magical atmosphere, get ahead with some unique Christmas shopping, add to your collection, or spoil yourself a little. Like they say – there is no such thing as too many crystals!

Entry is $5 per person (includes a gift). Open Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 9am-2pm.

Did you go to Tullawong State High School?

Student alumni, their families, former staff, current families and interested community members are invited to celebrate Tullawong State High School’s 30th Anniversary on Saturday, 3 August.

Tours of the school, performances, displays and much more will keep you and your family entertained. Food and drinks will be available to purchase.

Wouldn’t it be great to catch up with old friends, classmates and teachers, and take a trip down memory lane in your old school? You never know who you might reconnect with!

Free entry. Open 11am – 3pm.

Love rocking out to some live music?

Photo of Contraband performing on stage
Contraband will perform at Caboolture Sports Club

If great live music revs you up, then get ready to party with Contraband at Caboolture Sports Club on Saturday, 31 August.

Contraband will perform your favourite Top 40 hits from the best decades of rock, pop, disco and funk. This band of skilled musicians love to keep the crowd on their feet or at least tapping their toes.

Talented songstress Suzie Keenan is front and centre with sizzling performances. Bop along as she belts out classics such as Tina Turner’s ‘River Deep, Mountain High’ and ‘Hot Stuff’ by Donna Summer as well as covers of Adele, Fleetwood Mac, CCR and more.

Make a night of it with a meal and drinks with family or friends. Top the evening off with a ton of fun and party atmosphere courtesy of the high-energy tunes of Contraband.

Free entry. Band plays 9pm-late.

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