Groups and Events
Building homes is just part of the story at Lendlease
Bubbles in the Bush - Saturday 27 May
Bubbles in the Bush will be even BIGGER and better with the addition of an after dark Glow Festival!
When: Saturday 27 May - 4 pm to 9pm
Where: Wadda Mooli Park, Elliot Springs
Come along for an evening of live music, food trucks, kids entertainment, roving entertainers, glow sticks and magical bubbles fun!
Keep an eye out for more information on the Facebook page here.
Elliot Springs Markets
Next event – Returning Saturday 8 April 2023
These markets are held the second Saturday every month, 8am - 12noon at Wadda Mooli Park right here in Elliot Springs. The community event is hosted by the Alligator Creek Lions Club and allows you to buy direct from local suppliers, interact with your community and maintain local connections!
Interested in having your own stall? Contact Michael on 0447 311 416 to make a booking, it's just $10 per site!
Bindal Ridge Fun Run will be back in 2023
Fun for the whole family
Are you ready to compete in a fun, family event that gets you into our great outdoors, while giving you the opportunity to connect with your fellow neighbours?
The annual Bindal Ridge Fun Run is a 5km race which will see the winners crowned King and Queen of the Springs. There is also a slower paced alternative for those that prefer flatter ground.
Community
The Hub at Wadda Mooli Park
The Hub is your local community facility, featuring meeting and events space – a place for local not for profits, community groups, small businesses and residents to utilise.
Room includes seating/tables/air conditioning/kitchen area/fridge/sliding doors. Storage area also available for regular users. The Hub opens onto Wadda Mooli Park at Elliot Springs. Access to ambulant and disabled toilet facilities (includes nappy change area).
Community space bookings available 7 days. Viewings welcome.
Address: 2 Elliot Springs Boulevard, Julago
Contact: elliotspringscommunity@lendlease.com
Elliot Springs Community Grants Program
Recognising the importance of building communities from the ground up, we’ve created the Elliot Springs Community Grants Program.
Round 1 2023 applications open in April with a $5000 total funding pool and added focus areas to ignite creative community minded ideas! If you have a great idea about:
• Education / upskilling the community
• Connecting community
• Support for community groups and social enterprises
• Stories of Elliot Springs' past and present
• Caring for Country
• Activate public space (particular focus on The Hub and sports fields)
• Community resilience initiatives
• Environmental projects
• Sustainability initiatives
Then we want to hear from you! For enquiries about eligibility or projects, contact the Foundation team on 1300 304 541.
Elliot Springs Facebook Page
Stay up to date with community news and events on our Facebook page @ElliotSpringsTownsville
The Elliot Springs Voice
Have you read the latest Elliot Springs community newsletter? It’s filled with beautiful stories about locals, interesting events, and welcoming new neighbours to our thriving community!