Around 100 local cast and crew will showcase their talents in the bi-annual community musical Les Mis'rables, more commonly known as 'Lay Miz'. Based on Victor Hugo?s 1862 novel of the same name, the musical tells the intertwining stories of a cast of characters struggling for redemption and revolution in early 19th century France.Often referred to as 'the most inspiring and entertaining musical of all time' the production continues to be the longest running West End musical in history.

Les Mis'rables will be staged from 5 to 13 March 2010, with 7 performances and an expected audience of around 4500 people. This production is proudly supported by Golding, Southern Cross Ten, Sea FM and The Observer. Tickets: Adults $36.00 Concession $28.50 Friends $28.50 Students (13-16yrs) $28.50 Students (5-12yrs) $20.80 Children U/5 $6.00 Matinee Concession $20.80 Groups 10+ $31.00 Family (2x2) $100.00

The State High Schools of Tannum Sands, Gladstone and Toolooa invite parents and caregivers from all schools to attend our workshop for parents.

The session will cover how children use the Internet, potential risks such as cyber bullying, Identity theft and inappropriate content.

The following groups will also provide information and resources;

• for parents
• School Guidance Officers
• School Based Youth Health Nurse.
• AToD’s (Alcohol Tobacco and other Drugs).
• Queensland Police.
• School Chaplaincy.
• Nhulundu Wooribah (Indigenous Health).

Biloela Rockfest 2010, 13th March, Kurrajong Amphitheatre, Queensland Heritage Park Complex, Exhibition Avenue, Biloela . . . showcasing local talent, Biloela Rockfest will be featuring local bands Fossil Fuel, Loose Endz, Whyte Zebra, Templemount and Any Given Sunday. Special artists Chisel Revived (Cold Chisel/Jimmy Barnes tribute band) will also be rocking the main stage with classic hits like Khe Shan, When the War is Over, Working Class Man and the R&B Swing of Higher and Higher Gates open 4.30pm, with food, bar and live entertainment starting from 5.00pm. Try your luck on the free mechanical bull rides, and be tempted by the flavours of our frozen cocktails whilst you Rock On and Rock Hard at Rockfest 2010. Admission: $10. Under 12's FREE. NO PASSOUTS TO U18's. NO ESKIES PLEASE. Photo ID is required at the gate.

After their recent sold out tour 'Sway Sway Baby live' and their #2 ARIA Smash Hit, Short Stack are again hitting the road again for their third national tour in support of the band's new album Stack Is The New Black. Short Stack (Shaun Diviney guitar / lead vocals, Andy Clemmensen bass / vocals and Bradie Webb drums / keyboards) are undoubtedly one of the hottest young bands in Australia right now, proof enough from the bands recent Channel [V] Oz Artist of the Year win where they'd received over 400,000 votes. The teenaged three-piece from New South Wales' Central Coast has gone on to do what no other Australian music act has successfully achieved - used the combined powers of SMS, YouTube and MySpace to amass a following that's growing by the second; racking up over four million plays on MySpace, with over one million plays for their second single Princess alone, and on top of that, being Australia's biggest band on YouTube with over 2.5 million views of the Short Stack TV series and video clips. In between HSC exams and gigs supporting the likes of The Veronicas, Simple Plan and Good Charlotte, work began on Stack Is The New Black with all the songs written by Shaun. Stack Is The New Black covers a range of styles - from epic ballads to fast and furious electro-tinged rock anthems. Tickets: One price $50.00

National Playgroup Week 21 - 27 March 2010

National Playgroup week is held annually to increase awareness of Playgroup within the community. Join us at Tannum Sands for a morning of fun, smiles and laughter.

Wednesday March 24th at the Millennium Esplanade 9:30am to 12noon.

For further information

Australia's favourite comedy legend Kevin Bloody Wilson is back in 2010 with a new tour - 'Excess All Areas'. The little larrikin has been busy teaching the Poms and Irish about real Aussie humour - his recent 14 week tour of the U.K was a huge success - record numbers at every show. Kev is supported by Australia's newest comedy sensation Jenny Talia from Australia - a legend in her own right and without doubt, one of the most talented female comedians Australia has ever produced. The legend of Kevin Bloody Wilson is an integral part of Australia's famous comedy culture, and life is not complete until you experience a live show. Tickets are now on sale, so book your tickets now for the best belly laugh you will have in a long time -a night with Australia's outback outlaw - the one, the only, Kevin Bloody Wilson. (Restricted Show R 18+) Tickets: One price $52.00

Plant a shady native tree on Kirkwood Road project 25-26 March 8am - 4pm and dim your lights between 7:30 and 8:30pm.

7.00am - 12 noon. Come along and enjoy the variety of markets set in a beautiful parkland and even pick up some bargains or novelty prizes! Lions Sizzling barbeque available. All stallholders welcome.

Dates for 2010

• 16th January
• 20th February
• 20th March
• 17th April
• 15th May
• 19th June
• 17th July
• 21st August
• 18th September
• 16th October
• 20th November
• 18th December

Gladstone residents and visitors can shop for delightful fresh produce, handmade arts & crafts and more at the Library Square Markets. The markets are held on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month from 7am to 12 noon. For more information and Market Dates click the photo.

New stall holders are welcome.

7.30am to 12.30pm. Stalls, food, drink, rides. these markets cater for the whole family. Free entry, runs from February through to December

• 21st February
• 21st March
• 18th April
• 16th May
• 20th June
• 18th July
• 15th August
• 19th September
• 17th October
• 21st November
• 19th December - at Gladstone Racecourse

The Calliope River Historical Village comes to life on this huge day of markets! There’s food, stalls, brick-a-brack, vegetables and plenty of rides for the kids including a pet farm and train ride. A visit to the Calliope River Historical Village is a walk down memory lane, past some of the early buildings from the area including the old pub (not used as a pub anymore), church and the Raglan Dance Hall. Entry is a gold coin donation and the markets are run from 8.00am to 4.00pm. The Calliope River Historical Village is located on the Bruce Highway, six kilometers north of Calliope and roughly 35 minutes west of Gladstone.

Market Dates for 2010:

7 March,
2 May,
22 Aug,
26 Sept,
24 Oct,
5 Dec.

1st Saturday each Month. 8am til 12noon.

6.30pm Start.

For any further details please contact Miriam Vale Lions Member, Greg Realf on Phone: (07) 4974 5260 or realf@westnet.com

Odd Months: 2nd Saturday - Baffle Creek Sport & Rec Grounds 11am. Even Months: 2nd Wednesday Baffle Creek Tavern 7am.

Mary Raynor: 41566403 or maryraynor@bigpond.com

between 8am and 12pm Market Days for 2010: 14th February 14th March 4th, 11th April 9th May 13th, 27th June 4th, 11th July 8th August 12th, 19th, 26th September 10th October 14th November 12th, 19th, 26th December

Contact 4974 9550 to book a stall or for more details.

Popular annual joint exhibition of two well known local artists.Featuring a diverse selection of subject matter in colouful contemporary art work on both canvas and paper and sculpture in stone and metal. Displayed in the Heron Room Gallery adjacent to the Boyne Tannum Community Centre on picturesque Boyne Island. Official Opening 26th March 6.00pm - 8.00pm. Open daily 9.30am - 4.00pm 27th March - 5th April inclusive. Entry - Gold coin donation to Gladstone Regional Council.

The week-long celebration that we have come to know and love as the Gladstone Harbour Festival has a humble past but a very exciting future!
Over 48 years ago the Gladstone Harbour Festival was born - a one-day celebration to greet the winners of the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race as they crossed the finishing line. The Festival rapidly expanded to seven days and nights, jam-packed with entertainment that we now know as the Gladstone Harbour Festival. The Festival has enjoyed a huge growth, with over 70 000 spectators visiting the annual event. Much of this success can be contributed to the range and quality free entertainment provided at the Festival throughout the entire week.

For more information check out the Gladstone Festivals and Events website