Council renews leases for local groups
Twenty-three community, sporting, arts and emergency service groups across the Fraser Coast will have a secure home for the next decade under leases approved by Council today (Wednesday, 27 August 2025).
Communities spokesman Cr Phil Truscott said the leases give local organisations the stability they need to keep delivering programs, events, and services that make a difference in people’s lives.
“These groups are the heartbeat of our community - they’re run by passionate people who give their time, skills and energy to make the Fraser Coast a better place to live,” Cr Truscott said.
“From sporting clubs and arts organisations to emergency services and volunteer groups, securing a lease means they can focus on doing what they do best without worrying about their long-term home.
“It also gives them the opportunity to apply for grants and attract investment, which is often only possible if they have formal tenure.”
Organisations with renewed leases include:
State Government agencies
- River Heads Rural Fire Brigade
- Takura Rural Fire Brigade
- Nikenbah Rural Fire Brigade
- Tiaro Rural Fire Brigade
- Tiaro State Emergency Service
Arts, culture, sport and recreation
- Australian Air League (Hervey Bay Squadron)
- Bay Potters Association
- Dundowran Equestrian Park (Hervey Bay) Association
- Fraser Coast Agriculture Show Society
- Fraser Coast Artslink (Community Hall and Shed)
- Fraser Coast Shooting Complex Association
- Hervey Bay & District Tennis Association
- Hervey Bay Cricket Association & Bay Power Australian Football Club
- Hervey Bay Gem and Mineral Club
- Maitlia Potters
- Maryborough Amateur Basketball Association
- Riding for the Disabled Maryborough
Community and heritage organisations
- Burrum Benevolent Society
- Condy Park Pre-school and Kindergarten Association
- Maryborough Family Heritage Institute
- Returned & Services League of Australia (Queensland Branch) Tiaro Sub Branch
- St John Ambulance Australia Queensland Limited (Tiaro)
Cr Truscott said formal leases are essential to maintaining safe, well-managed community spaces.
“Having a clear agreement in place means everyone understands their responsibilities, facilities are maintained to the right standard, and our community can continue enjoying these spaces for years to come,” he said.