Welcome to The Cooroy Rag
For more than 60 years, the Cooroy Rag has been a staple in the community and continues today to reflect its views, champion its causes, celebrate its people and sustain its way of life.
The Cooroy Rag is published every three weeks and 8000 copies are distributed free to the community in Cooroy, Pomona, Cooran, Kin Kin, Imbil, Amamoor, Gympie, Yandina, Doonan, Tewantin, Eumundi, Boreen Point and Noosaville.
Recent Articles
- Horses help heal trauma at Yandina Hoofbeats Sanctuary
In a quiet paddock in Yandina, rescued horses and traumatised humans are helpingeach other heal. Backed by a powerful new independent report from the University ofthe Sunshine Coast (USC), the trauma-informed equine-assisted programs atHoofbeats Sanctuary are being recognised as life-changing for participantsstruggling with complex mental health issues.“These horses save lives,” said Marie Rene, Program Director… - A Containers for Change recycling pod has been installed at the Noosa NorthShore Waste Transfer Station.
A Queensland first: National park recycling pod to protect Noosa’s natural heartA small but significant change is making a big difference on the Noosa North Shore.In a first for Queensland’s national parks, a Containers for Change recycling pod hasbeen installed at the Noosa North Shore Waste Transfer Station, giving campers andvisitors a simple way to… - McDermott Aviation flying high with national recognition
Aerial disaster response leader McDermott Aviation has been named a finalist in twomajor categories at the 2025 Australian Aviation Awards. The announcement cameas the company deployed 15 helicopters to Greece to assist in battling widespreadwildfires.Recognised in both the Aerial Services Business of the Year and Training andMentorship Program of the Year categories, McDermott Aviation continues… - Fun and affordable ways to make the school holidays fantastic
With the winter school holidays here, families across the Noosa hinterland are spoiled for choice with a packed calendar of fun, family-friendly and affordable things to do. Whether your kids are into science, sport, crafts or animals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy these holidays. Let your child’s imagination run wild with LEGO: Build, Create,… - Legacy and connection: The Cooroy Rag gives back
The Cooroy Rag Community Newspaper is pleased to announce the launch of two exciting initiatives that aim to give back to the local community. The first, the Cooroy Rag grants program, will open this July and donate up to $10,000 to community causes. “We are delighted to again continue the legacy of community connection and… - Cooroy and Noosa aviation teams redefine firefighting innovation
Two leading aviation innovators based in the Noosa hinterland are set to transform aerial firefighting across Australia, and potentially, the world. McDermott Aviation, Australia’s largest private aerial disaster response company, has announced plans to introduce fixed-wing firefighting aircraft to its extensive fleet. Approval is currently with CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority), but once approved, the…
