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What's Happening at Billabong

From community updates to the stories of the people who make Billabong what it is, this is where we share what's going on.

News, Updates & Member Stories

This is where we share what’s happening around Billabong, from new programs and funding milestones to recaps of our fundraisers and community events, like the Rotary Santa Crawl.

Over time, you’ll also find stories from our members about what recovery has looked like for them, always shared with their written consent.

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Painter on a ladder repainting the window trim on the red-brick exterior of Billabong Clubhouse

News and Updates

30 Sep 2026

Billabong Clubhouse Gets a Fresh Green Makeover Thanks to Tamworth Regional Council Heritage Grant

Billabong Clubhouse has a fresh new look with a green interior repaint, made possible by a Tamworth Regional Council heritage grant.

Sausages and onions cooking on the barbecue at the Billabong Clubhouse Bunnings sausage sizzle

Event Recaps

14 Sep 2026

Billabong Clubhouse Raises Over $1,200 at Record-Breaking Bunnings Sausage Sizzle

Billabong members sold 462 sausages and raised over $1,200 at our latest Bunnings Sausage Sizzle, our biggest yet.

Two Billabong team members at the Billabong stall at the Links for Life Disability Expo, with photo boards of activities on display

Event Recaps

31 Aug 2026

Billabong Clubhouse Connects with the Community at Links for Life Disability Expo

Billabong Clubhouse joined the Links for Life Disability Expo, sharing our story and reconnecting with the community.

Two musicians in pink shirts performing on stage under a breast cancer awareness banner at Manilla Melodies

Event Recaps

14 Aug 2026

Billabong Members Join Manilla Melodies Breast Cancer Awareness Morning Tea

Members enjoyed music, morning tea and a BBQ lunch at Manilla Melodies, a community event raising awareness of breast cancer.

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Two people talking over a table in the bright teal meeting room at Billabong Clubhouse, Tamworth