Youth shine in SpongeBob the Musical opening night success

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Jamie Jansen

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Last updated: 29/09/2025 - 17:00 (AEST)

SpongeBob the Musical opened to a near sell-out, featuring standout local youth performances. From L-R: Elijah, Damien, Toby, Tully (Sandy), Gia, and Peggy (Cowboy Fish). Picture: Jamie Jansen

The opening night of SpongeBob the Musical: Youth Edition on Wednesday, 24 September, was a resounding success, with the Clink Theatre nearly sold out and the audience in fits of laughter.

Local performers aged 8 to 18 delivered stellar performances, capturing the heart and humor of the beloved show.

The lively show was full of energy and community spirit, keeping the audience entertained from start to finish and promising a great run during the school holidays.

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Joey (Patrick), Matilda (Squidward), Nathan (SpongeBob). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Violet (Mr Krabs), Nathan (SpongeBob). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Alianna (Sardine), Solanda (Pearl), Gia (Sardine), Willow (Sardine), Otillie (Sardine), Tully (Sandy), Joey (Patrick), Nathan (SpongeBob), Matilda (Squidward), Elijah (Sardine), Lauren (Plankton), Aria (Sardine), Peggy (Sardine), Toby (Old Man Jenkins), Violet (Mr Krabs), Amelia (Karen), Damian (Larry the Lobster), Ellie (Sardine). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Nathan (SpongeBob) and Joey (Patrick). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Ellie (Narrator), Gia (Jelly Fish). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Joey (Patrick), Tully (Sandy) and Nathan (SpongeBob). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Joey (Patrick), Willow, Cora, Peggy, Gia, Toby, Damien, Otillie, Aria, Alianna, Gia and Elijah (Sardines). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Aria, Alianna, Otillie, Gia and Ellie (Electric Skates). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Lauren (Sea Anemone), Tully (Sea Anemone), Matilda (Squidward) , Solanda (Sea Anemone) Amelia (Sea Anemone). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Violet (Mr Krabs), Solanda (Pearl), Ellie (Narrator), Willow (Sardine), Gia (Sardine), Otillie (Sardine), Tully (Sandy), Nathan (SpongeBob), Joey (Patrick), Damian (Larry the Lobster), Alianna (Sardine), Aria (Mrs Puff), Elijah(Sardine), Cora (Mayor), Eleanor (Perch Perkins), Amelia (Karen), Lauren (Plankton). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Solanda (Pearl), Gia (Sardine), Violet (Mr Krabs), Ottile (Sardine), Willow (Sardine), Tully (Sandy), Joey (Partick), Nathan (SpongeBob), Matilda (Squidward), Elijah (Gary the Snail), Peggy (Sardine), Damien (Larry the Lobster), Lauren (Plankton), Aria (Mrs Puff), Toby (Old Man Jenkins) and Amelia (Karen). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Matilda (Squidward) Lauren (Plankton) Peggy (Sardine) Solanda (Pearl) Aria (Mrs Puff), Ellie (Narrator) Willow (Sardine), Gia (Sardine), Cora (Major) Ottile (Sardine) Violet (Mr Krabs) Amelia (Karen). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Tully (Sandy), Lauren (Plankton) Peggy (Sardine) Solanda (Pearl) Aria (Mrs Puff), Ellie (Narrtor) Willow (Sardine), Eleanor (Perch Perkins), Gia (Sardine), Cora (Major) Ottile (Sardine) Violet (Mr Krabs) Amelia (Karen), Matilda (Squidward). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Nathan (SpongeBob), Lauren (Plankton) Peggy (Sardine) Solanda (Pearl) Aria (Mrs Puff), Ellie (Narrtor) Willow (Sardine), Eleanor (Perch Perkins), Gia (Sardine), Cora (Major) Ottile (Sardine) Violet (Mr Krabs) Amelia (Karen), Matilda (Squidward). Picture: Jamie Jansen

Violet (Mr Krabs) Solana (Pearl), Tully (Sandy), Joey (Patrick Star) Nathan (SpongeBob) Matilda (Squidward) Amelia (Karen) Lauren (Plankton) Toby (Old Man Jenkins) Peggy (Sardine) Aria (Mrs Puff), Gia (Sardine), Ellie (Narrator) Elijah (Gary the Snail), Alianna (Sardine), Otillie (Sardine) Damien (Larry the Lobster) Willow (Sardine) Cora (Mayor) Eleanor (Perch Perkins). Picture: Jamie Jansen

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CASUAL ON-CALL TRANSFER STAFF

Community Funerals is seeking staff to be available on weeknights (4pm-8am) and at weekends (24hrs) to assist with the transfer of deceased persons.
Full training will be provided.

Staff are rostered on-call one week in three and can usually fit this work around a regular weekday job. You will be paid a daily on-call allowance and a generous $300.00 minimum call out payment.
The applicant needs to have a full drivers licence, be well groomed, ability to work as part of a team, maintain confidentiality, physical fitness, willingness to work outside regular business hours and a compassionate and caring attitude.

If you are interested please email [email protected] detailing your work background, any relevant experience and any questions. Initial enquires by email only please.

Lorraine

Community Funerals

Port Douglas

[email protected]

14.4.2026 12:38

RIVER TOUR GUIDE — CASUAL POSITION

Crocodile Express / Greater Daintree Wildlife Cruises
Upper & Lower Daintree River

We’re looking for an enthusiastic River Tour Guide to join our team 2–3 days per week.This role suits someone who loves the outdoors, enjoys meeting people, and can deliver clear, engaging commentary about:
· Crocodiles and river wildlife
· Mangroves and rainforest ecology
· Birdlife
· Local history and the unique character of the Daintree

You’ll be guiding wildlife cruises on both the Upper and Lower Daintree River, helping guests connect with this remarkable environment while maintaining our strong focus on safety, respect for wildlife, and genuine hospitality.

To Apply or Enquire
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2026-07-06T00:00:00+10:00

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3pm

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A 5 hour hands-on workshop for emerging writers and debut authors wanting to understand the real costs of publishing and the steps required to get a book into readers’ hands without overspending. Participants receive a workshop handbook, practical action plan, checklists, decision trees, and a comprehensive resource list. Led by Sam Woodgarth and JB Thomas, 2 local published authors who have over 10 published books between them.

Mossman Library

$150

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/publishing-on-a-shoestring-workshop-tickets-1986151070317?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

0457024969

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Arts & Culture, Workshop or Training

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5 pm

8 pm

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