Join us to celebrate the opening of the Tennis, Pickleball & Basketball Court Community Fun Event.
Volleyball, Badminton, Table Tennis , Soccer and more.
Face Painting 3-5pm. DJ Music plus Burgers & Snags from 5pm.
Meet & Mingle. Fire Pits to keep warm. Only $2 per person entry
- Introducing Glastonbury Boot Camp!
- Every Monday at 7am - starts on Monday 3rd June
- $15 per session - Bring a mat,or towel and water bottle
A warm Glastonbury welcome to Carley from Become.Fitness to commence weekly BootCamp sessions at our Glastonbury Recreation Grounds (opposite the Hall).
This one-hour session is designed for all ages, genders and fitness levels and is a great kick-start for winter. Need more info DM Carley direct.
Join us to celebrate the grand opening of our Tennis, Pickleball & Basketball Court. Face Painting, DJ Music, Burgers & Snags. Only $2 per person entry.
After the Grand Opening, the Glastonbury Community Tennis, Pickleball & Basketball Court will be open for the members to access until the end of June 2024. Membership is $2 per person annually.
Your GHRA committee has spent countless hours to secure over $200,000+ in grant funding, generous donations & fundraising activities to deliver this state-of-the-art court and supporting infrastructure for our Glastonbury & neighbouring rural communities to enjoy.
Forver grateful to Queensland Sport and Recreation (DTIS) Community and Recreational Assets Recovery and Resilience Program (CRARRP) grant success. Plus the Gympie Regional Council for guidance & support..
*Tables & Chairs where hired from Gympie Party World. Tents from Mary Valley Glamping & images from EeVee Photography
Our 'Glastonbury Connect' initiative is an initiative of the Glastonbury Hall & Recreation Association that aims to deliver 190 activities from July 2023 - May 2024.
Designed to concentrate on disaster preparedness, health and well-being, participation in sport & recreation, community engagement, and educational awareness seminars for new and/or long-term residents relating to the rural environment.
A full schedule of activities is being held. Keep updated with our Members E-news, Facebook or Instagram. Send us a DM, email or call any of our dedicated committee members at any time.
This vital grant has been awarded to repair and rebuild infrastructure at the Glastonbury Hall & Recreation Association grounds affected by major flooding in 2022.
This includes the tennis court, undercover area, water tank stand, toilet amenities, assorted equipment, plus a flood mitigation wall for ongoing resilience to divert any future flood waters.
The DTIS has assigned a Project Management Team to undertake the entire project with anticipated completion by end of this year!Shall keep everyone informed on timelines upon receipt.
Special thanks to the DTIS & Gympie Regional Council Teams for providing community workshops to share the availability of these extraordinary grant opportunities. Shall keep everyone informed on timelines upon receipt.
Our rapidly growing region means increased traffic along Glastonbury Road. The priority was to source funding to provide a safe harbour for our children and the entire community during events at the Glastonbury Hall.
In collaboration with the Glastonbury Rural Fire Brigade, this #FRRR Strengthening Communities Grant has made the vision a reality.
Porters Earthworks Gympie have completed the fence providing a safe space for all members and their families that extra peace of mind when attending events at the Glastonbury Hall.
Thank you to our hard-working committee and the Glastonbury Rural Fire Brigade crew for their ongoing support to ensure our Glastonbury Hall can assist as a disaster hub during any future emergency situations that may occur.
We are extremely excited and beyond grateful to the Gambling Community Benefit Fund Queensland for securing a facility improvement grant to repaint the interior and exterior of our beloved Glastonbury Hall. Painting is underway!
Our 'grand old lady' is celebrating her 103rd birthday this year and we have a variety of community events being planned for 2023!
Maintenance is a priority to continue to strengthen our famous Glastonbury community spirit. with a welcoming venue to gather, connect and engage.
Glastonbury Hall & Recreation Grounds are also available for hire.
These before and after images of the flood damage experienced in early 2022. They tell the story of the value of the Queensland Rural Industry & Development Authority (QRIDA) Special Disaster Assistance Recovery Grant Scheme vital funds and support to to our rural community of Glastonbury.
Special shout out and sincere thanks to our superhuman local tradies who went above and beyond to support our growing community.
Brad Hurford - Evolution Electrical
Duncan Hutton - Dunco Plumbing Services
Mike Patterson - Gympie Cabinetmakers
These fabulous results could not have been undertaken with your support.
GLASTONBURY HALL FOR HIRE.
Our Glastonbury Hall is the ideal venue for meetings, weddings, birthdays, celebrations, reunions, memorials, fitness or art classes as well as community gatherings. Maximum capacity of 80-100 for a seated catered event. Book your next event today
IDEAL FOR YOUR OUTDOOR EVENTS.
Surrounded by majestic shady fig trees, our Recreation Park is a place for outdoor fun, tennis, pickelball, basketball, fitness, activities or relaxation. Ideal space for your next outdoor event. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Enquire today
BE ACTIVE. TENNIS. SPORT. FUN.
The Tennis Court, Pickle Ball & Basketball Court will be one to members from Sunday 26th May.
Enormous gratitude to Qld Sport & Recreation CRAARP Grant to make this a reality.
Over 300 people attended our Inaugural 'Glastonbury Carnivale Fun Fair' on Saturday 26th November 2022.
It was so heart-warming to see all those happy smiling faces, hear the laughter and see the fun times being had. That is what getting the community together is all about!
Enormous gratitude to our marketers and exhibitors, Glastonbury Rural Fire Brigade,111Racing team, Amy& Benny Russell, Tickled Pink face painting, Alice Benfer Music, Typhoon Mobile Slot Car Track Hire, Cooloola Classic Car Club Inc, Goomeri Chrome Bumpers , Gympie and District Woodworkers Club, Widgee & District Pony Club Inc, Kylie’s Country Icecream & Catering, Gympie Regional Council, Amanda's hair-braiding, Royal Flush Luxury Toilet, Portaloo & Shower Hire, Cleanaway. Containers for Change, Mini Mosa & Youth Living Essential Oils Group.
Planning an even bigger and even better event, in August 2023. See you next year!
The Glastonbury Hall & Recreation (GHRA)is a not-for-profit organisation that has been servicing the community since the early 1900s. The Glastonbury Hall was originally built in 1920. Incorporated in 1993, it is now the central hub for the Glastonbury community and surrounding residents to gather, unite and engage in a range of regular social events and activities for all age groups, cultures and abilities.
President - Gordon Uechtritz, Vice President - Nev Connelly, Secretary - Rochelle Uechtritz & Interim Treasurer - Ann Austin
Event Coordinators - Darcy Maguire & Laura Christiansen
Committee - Ann Austin, Sarah Whitehurst, Alyce Dymock, Chris Rumsey, Julianne Munn & Lucas Christiansen
Youth Ambassadors - Lochie Whitehurst, Ava Goodrich & Connor Bruce