Sandgate Guide

18/12/2025

A warm Sandgate Guide welcome to Adam Bailey, a proud Sandgate local 👋

Adam is the founder of Point Lending and brings more than two decades of experience across global banking, credit systems and Australian lending to our local community.

His approach is refreshingly people-first, focused on making finance clear, human and confidence-building, never overwhelming.

We’re excited to welcome Adam and Pier Point Lending to Sandgate.

Welcome to the neighbourhood, Adam 🏡



📸 Photography by Emma Winzar
🎨 Branding by Kartia Designs

17/12/2025

LAST CHANCE TO WIN
🎄 DECEMBER GIVEAWAY! WIN 1 of 5 x $100 T-Bones Fresh Food Market Vouchers! 🎄

Christmas is even tastier at Robinson Road Marketplace! We’ve partnered with T-Bones Fresh Food Market to give away five $100 shopping vouchers—perfect for spoiling the family with fresh, local goodness this festive season.

Aspley’s own T-Bones is proudly locally owned and passionate about bringing the community the freshest meats, fruit and veg at unbeatable prices. They’re big believers in sourcing local and supporting small businesses—so every shop helps our community thrive.

You’ll find T-Bones right in the heart of Robinson Road Marketplace—your friendly local hub with Coles, specialty retailers, health and wellness services, and loads of easy undercover parking. It’s the perfect place to shop, connect and enjoy the lead-up to Christmas.

✨ HOW TO ENTER

1️⃣ Like T-Bones Fresh Food Market on Facebook

2️⃣ Like Sandgate Guide on Facebook

3️⃣ Enter the competition here https://sandgateguide.com.au/competitions/

👉 Competition opens 1 December 2025 and closes Friday 19 December 2025.

Good luck—and Merry Christmas from Robinson Road Marketplace and T-Bones! 🎁🛒✨

16/12/2025

Buying, refinancing or just trying to make sense of home loans? 🏡

We’re sharing some super helpful information for North Brisbane locals who want clearer answers and smarter lending decisions. This feature on Pier Point Lending and finance expert Adam Bailey breaks down how the right guidance can take the stress out of borrowing, no jargon, no pressure, just genuine advice that puts people first.

👉 Have a read on our website and feel more confident about your next financial move - https://sandgateguide.com.au/pier-point-lending/
Pier Point Lending

Pier Point Lending offers personalised mortgage advice and genuine care, helping locals make confident, informed financial decisions.

16/12/2025

🦅 Welcome Back, Summer Birds! 🦅

Our feathered friends are returning to Sandgate for summer, and it’s a magical sight! 🌍

First to arrive are the incredible migratory shorebirds, back from their Arctic journey, now resting and refuelling on Brighton’s tidal flats.

As you spot them, please remember to give them space and keep dogs in the off-leash areas.

https://sandgateguide.com.au/stories/ksba/

Other summer arrivals include the Eastern Koel (with its distinctive call) and the giant channel-billed cuckoo.

For more info, read the Keep Sandgate Beautiful column in this month’s Sandgate Guide.

Keep Sandgate Beautiful Association Inc

Let’s keep our local birds safe and thriving! 🐦🌿

14/12/2025

🎄 Christmas in Old Sandgate 🎄

In the late 1800s, Sandgate was the holiday spot, with picnics, sea bathing, and the Boxing Day regatta. But what was Christmas really like back then?

From festive greenery to grumbles about parking and primitive toilets, it was a time of both cheer and complaints! 🎅🎶

Want to know more? Click the link to read the full story!

👉 https://sandgateguide.com.au/stories/christmas-in-old-sandgate/

13/12/2025

🏊‍♀️🌞 It’s Pool Season – Let’s Stay Safe! 🌞🏊‍♂️

With summer here, pool safety is a must!

Whether you're at the local pool or in your backyard, always supervise young swimmers closely.

https://sandgateguide.com.au/stories/pool-safety-tips/

Enroll kids in swimming lessons early, and for backyard pools, do a quick safety check—gates, latches, and CPR charts!

Let’s make this pool season fun and safe for everyone! 💦

👉 More tips in this month's Sandgate Guide.

12/12/2025

🎅🌊 Santa on the Water! 🌊🎅

Join Surf Connect for their annual festive water sports day at Sandgate Beach on Sunday, 21 December!

https://sandgateguide.com.au/stories/santa-water-sports/

🎄 Santa Supping (9am) and 🪁 Santa Wind, Wing & Kite (12pm) – dress as Santa or just come to watch the fun!

Bring a picnic, enjoy the water, and celebrate Christmas with your community! 🎉

👉 More in this month’s Sandgate Guide.
Surf Connect Wind & Kitesurfing School

11/12/2025

⛸️🎯 Try Curling this New Year! 🎯⛸️

Looking for a fun, quirky new hobby? Why not give curling a try?

The Queensland Curling Association at Boondall is welcoming newcomers to the ice for Come and Try sessions in January and February.

https://sandgateguide.com.au/stories/curling-queensland/

Whether you're 12 or 102, curling is a sport for all ages and abilities.

Learn to slide stones, master the art of sweeping, and enjoy a fun, friendly game with family and friends!

More in this month’s Sandgate Guide.

Queensland Curling Association

10/12/2025

🌱 Summer Garden TLC Tips! 🌱

It’s too hot to plant, but your garden still needs love! 🌞

Feed your plants with seaweed tea or organic fertiliser, and give them a deep drink a couple of times a week (morning is best!).

https://sandgateguide.com.au/stories/summer-plant-care/

Don’t forget your soil—grow green manure crops like millet or cow pea to boost soil health. Top up mulch to keep your garden cool and happy, especially if you’re heading away!

Want more tips? Check out this month’s Sandgate Guide!

09/12/2025

🎶🚦 Music, Dance, and Road Safety at Nashville State School! 🚦🎶

Nashville State School is taking creative action to promote road safety—thanks to an exciting collaboration with award-winning musician Josh Arnold!

Around 60 students have been busy co-writing and performing an original song to spread the important message of road safety.

https://sandgateguide.com.au/stories/nashville-road-safety-video/

The catchy tune is designed to connect with students and the community, helping everyone remember the importance of safe travel to and from school. 🎤🚸

Keep an eye out for the video—coming soon to the school’s social media and website.

More in this month’s Sandgate Guide.

08/12/2025

🌱🌪️ Introducing Resilient 4017: Building a Stronger Community for Summer! 🌪️🌱

With Brisbane’s unpredictable weather, it's more important than ever to be prepared.

That’s why Resilient 4017, a new local group, is bringing Sandgate together to share skills and tackle the challenges ahead.

https://sandgateguide.com.au/stories/resilient-4017/

Launched by Miree Le Roy and Zaida Variava, the group aims to strengthen our community’s resilience in the face of storms, floods, and cyclones.

Their end-of-year celebration is on 5 December—come along and get involved!

👉 Find out more in this month’s Sandgate Guide.


Resilient 4017

07/12/2025

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas 🎄