Groups & Associations


 


Please note: Information provided may change without notice. Please contact the organisations listed here directly for the most up to date information.

Springbrook Mountain Community Association Inc. (SMCA)
Since it was established in 1991, the SMCA has been the community organisation whose primary role is to act as a co-ordinating point for the various sectors of the Springbrook Community. We act as an interface between all arms of Government and the community and within the Community.

We also act as a reporting base for the following organisations:

• WeedBusters
• The Rural Fire Brigade
• SES
• Springbrook State School P & C
• Communities For Sustainable Futures
• Neighbourhood Watch
• Queensland Ambulance Service
• Springbrook Men’s Shed Inc
 •Springbrook Voices 
•Playgroup 
•The Craft Group
We also manage the Springbrook Hall on behalf of the City of Gold Coast Council. Locals can book the hall for $13 per hour for kids birthday parties, groups, meetings, etc
Some of the activities we have coordinated are:

•Bush Dances
•Reporting to Main Roads and other Government Departments about the state of Springbrook Road or other safety issues.
•Input into the GCCC Fire Strategy
•Input into the GCCC Visioning Plan
•Application to Queensland Government about an extension to the Great Walk along the plateau
•Christmas Kids’ party
•Community Cuppa
•Meet the Candidates nights
•Anzac Day March, Service Gunfire Breakfast and Lunch
•Art Show
•M-Fest Celebrations
• Winter Fair
• Trash & Treasure
• Australian Open Garden scheme
• Clean Up Australia
• Local heritage activities
• Guest Speakers

We actively support many functions and services for the Springbrook State School, Care Flight, the Salvos and other charitable organisations each year as well as emergencies that arise from time to time.

Contact details:
PO Box 677
Mudgerrabah Qld 4213
Email: springbrookhall@gmail.com
Ph 0413 979 271


The Springbrook Chamber of Commerce Inc. (The Chamber)
The role of the Springbrook Chamber of Commerce is to promote the mountain as an eco tourist destination, represent members at all levels of government and to work towards creating a favourable business environment.

Contact Details
Address: PO Box 179
Mudgeeraba Qld 4213
Email: info@explorespringbrook.com

Springbrook Mens Shed Inc. (The Mens Shed)
Springbrook Men’s shed opened in 2017 on Springbrook Road and offers activities built around arts, crafts and technical skills – the kind of things done in the backyard shed. Rather than work on those interests alone, a community shed provides men with the venue to do just that, underpinned by social interaction.

Obtained from the Australian Defense Force, the Springbrook shed is 25 metres long and was originally built in the 70s and designed for shipping to the Vietnam War.  It also houses a small kitchen, library and meeting area where members who do not wish to work on tools can simply relax, have a cuppa and enjoy the company of others.

Springbrook Men’s Shed meets on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings from 9am.
More info:  Graeme 0411 721 712, email: g.mcilveen@outlook.com or www.springbrookmensshed.wordpress.com

Springbrook State School Parent and Citizens Assocation Inc. (The P&C) Meets twice a term at the school at 8.15 p.m.  More info: 5548 3333

Springbrook Wildlife Appreciation Society Inc. (SWAG)

SWAG was formed in January 2010 to educate ourselves about the natural environment of Springbrook Mountain. We hold informal meetings  with guest speakers presenting information from Frogs to Possums to Blue crayfish to weeds! And it doesn't stop there, always followed by nibbles and a chance to chat our group appreciates the biodiverse hotspot that is Springbrook. There is always so much to learna nd new members are always welcome.A group dedicated to understanding the natural environment of Springbrook by holding regular workshops and walks on all things natural. Like us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Springbrook-Wildlife-Appreciation-Group/220140048057157

Springbrook Voices:
The Springbrook Voices is published quarterly by some long-serving volunteers to bring to you all the news and events in Springbrook.  You can pick up a copy of Springbrook Voices from Cafes and shops around the mountain
More info: email: voices.springbrook@gmail.com

Springbrook Rural Fire Brigade
Meets 1st Thursday of the month and trains the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7.00 p.m. at the Fire Shed adjacent to the Community Hall in Carricks Road.
More info:  John  5533 5518

SES 
SES 132500 Meets on Tuesdays 7p.m. at the SES Training Shed in Carricks Road behind the hall

For more info call Jan on 0427 570 812

Springbrook Volunteer Ambulance Group
Ring 000 for all emergencies
There is no Doctor in any capacity on the mountain.

Springbrook War Memorial - Cenotaph
Centenary Park, Carricks Road
  
Neighbourhood Watch
More info: 0413 979 271

Justice of the Peace
Denise Gilbert JP
Paul Chaplain JP Qual
Wayne Randall JP
Ask a local for contact details!

Church Services – 
Anglican
3rd Friday of the Month 10.30am at the Observatory
More info contact the office on 5525 1018

Catholic
1st Sunday of the Month. For more info contact Judith on 0438 369 412

Springbrook National Park
More info: 5533 5147 (Mon - Fri between 7.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.)

Wildcare
Sick or injured wildlife + 24-hour wildlife emergency.  5527 2444

Community Cuppa
Community morning tea. Meets on a rotating basis on the last Friday of the month at different local cafes.All local residents encouraged to attend.
More info: franciegirl@hotmail.com

Ladies Lunch
Local Ladies meet to chat and enjoy food together. Usually 2nd Friday of the month at 12pm at rotaing cafes on the mountain.
More info - Kay 0407 137 880

Springbrook Craft Group
Meets every Wed 10 a.m. – 12.00 p.m. at various cafes.
More info : 5533 5656
 
Springbrook Community Library
Located in the Springbrook Community Hall. 
Check the SMCA social media accounts for opening days and times

Purling Brook Book Nook Street Library
Located in Kuralboo Street to borrow, swap or donate books including children's books!
Open dawn to dusk 7 days a week 

Balerei Book Nook
2353 Springbrook Road
borrow, swap or donate books including children's books!
Open dawn to dusk 7 days a week

City of Gold Coast Mobile Library
Fortnightly outside the Numinbah Valley School, Nerang-Murwhillumbah Road 10.30am to 12.30pm
Timetable at the link below. 
https://lovespringbrook.blogspot.com/p/community-libaray-book-nooks.html

Springbrook Community Seed Bank
More info: dee.kempson@gmail.com

Tennis Club & Court Hire 
Behind the community hall.  More info: Mark 0409 598001

Yoga
Monday nights at 6pm and Wednesday Nights 5.45pm at the Hall.
More Info: Emma on 0412 421 395

Playgroup
Mondays 9am – 11am at Springbrook State School,
 2327 Springbrook Road. More info: Sue 5548 3333

Springbrook Food Gardeners
Meet he first Saturday of the month at members gardens. 
More info: Gina 5533 5061
 
Childrens Dance Classes
4pm tiny tots 
4.30pm Children's
Wednesdays at the hall
More info: Emma on 0413 421 395
 
Shanghai Darts Club
For serious darts players, Tuesday, 7pm at the Hall
More Info: Tim 0436 110 651 or Guy 0447 652 361
 
Springbrook Visitors Information Centre
at the split road
More Info: Annette 0427 415 299 

WeedBusters
Meets on the third Sunday of the month 9am to 11am at The Settlement
More Info: Weedbusters on Facebook or Instagram

Wing Chung Kung Fu
Thursdays at the hall
Kids 4.30pm. Adults 5.45pm at the hall
More Info: Gill 0412 306 029







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