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  • Raise the Roof Variety Performance Fundraiser

    Raise the Roof Variety Performance Fundraiser

    The Tom Atkin Hall was alive with energy and talent as our fabulous local heroes united for an unforgettable fundraising event. Organised by the Tugun Progress Association, this special night was dedicated to supporting our beloved community hall, which serves as a hub for gatherings and celebrations. We are immensely grateful to the incredible performers…

  • The Removal of iconic Pandanus Trees

    The Removal of iconic Pandanus Trees

    Recently, the picturesque stretch of the Gold Coast Highway witnessed the unfortunate destruction and removal of 24 Pandanus trees. This decision has left a significant void in the landscape, evoking strong reactions from the local community. The Tugun Progress Association (TPA) reached out to both the local council and the Department of Transport and Main…

  • Cross-Border Commissioner’s Fund

    Cross-Border Commissioner’s Fund

    We’d love our TPA members to know that the ‘Persons with Disability’ facilities project at The Tom Atkin Hall (The ‘Tom’) is now complete, proudly funded by the NSW Government. This is the second stage of a long project that started during COVID when many of our regular tenants were unable to access the hall.…

  • Beach Bar Boycott – Let’s keep beaches public

    Beach Bar Boycott – Let’s keep beaches public

    Please, before the Council Consultation about bar and eatery commercial premises on the beach at Kurrawa, Broadbeach, Gold Coast closes on July 4, let the GCC Council know that you do not want commerce, eateries, liquor sales, and private profit infrastructure on our beaches. The TPA strongly believes that Gold Coast beaches should remain public…

  • Thank You! Digital grant from Bendigo Bank.

    Thank You! Digital grant from Bendigo Bank.

    Tugun Progress Association would like to thank Community Bank Tugun for their ongoing support of the Tom Atkin Hall through their 2023 Community Investment Program. The funds have enabled us to reach another milestone in our rejuvenation project which now includes IT/AV infrastructure and equipment, broadband capability as well as the installation of CCTV cameras…

  • Live Music Returns – Tom Atkin Hall

    Live Music Returns – Tom Atkin Hall

    The Tom Atkin Hall is set to come alive again with the return of live music, thanks to the efforts of the Tugun Progress Association (TPA). After a six-month hiatus, the venue will reopen from 3pm on Sunday the 2nd of June with a highly anticipated gig featuring the acclaimed Dave Graney and Clare Moore,…

  • 2024 Council Elections

    2024 Council Elections

    The Tugun Progress Association in conjunction with Friends of Currumbin last night hosted a Meet the Candidates Night at the Tom Atkin Hall in Tugun. In keeping with tradition of keeping our local community informed on important issues Division 14 and Mayoral Candidates presented to the audience why they should be elected. Questions from the…