Site Map & Content Directory

A community initiated, council approved Master Plan and design for progressive upgrades to the Recreation Reserve, Paradise Drive, Smiths Lake. Planned facilities include: Pump Track extension to the existing Skate Bowl, Fenced Off-Leash Area for dogs (FOLA), Day night event space and lighting, sculpture garden, surface upgrade, retention fencing and multi sport marking to existing ball courts.

Annual Art Festival, Exhibition, Competition. Various categories and mediums, Open, Adult and Youth sections. Guest judging and prize presentation.

A Local bush walking Group (SLWG) meet regularly on Thursday mornings for a social bush walk in local and surrounding areas. Typically grade 1 to grade 3 walks, of 1-4 hours duration.

Organized garden visits, guest speakers, share gardening tips, swap plants and seeds. Focus on native plants and sustainable gardening practices.

Art sessions for all ages and abilities. Bring your own materials or use shared supplies. Weather dependent.

COMPLETED: A community initiated, council approved upgrade to the play equipment at the John Derbert Reserve / Frothy Coffee precinct. FURTHER PLANNED: Renewal of derelict stairs to foreshore, Erosion control of foreshore, Extension of pathways to connect facilities, Removal of weed infestation, Native replanting to foreshore, Connecting foot bridge to walking trails.

Meet at the Pacific Palms Recreation Club, known affectionately by the locals as ‘The Recky’, in Elizabeth Beach, offering a variety of activities including tours, bowls, and interest groups for retirees.

The Pickle Ball Club - Social games and introduction to Pickle Ball. Meet Thursdays, 3:30pm to 5pm, Recreation Reserve, 5 Paradise Drive - Ball Courts. Opposite the Bowling Club

Art sessions for all ages and abilities. Bring your own materials or use shared supplies. Weather dependent.

Palms Performing Arts was created in 2021 by award winning performer Hayden Campbell to bring a wider variety of creative activity to the Palms community for children and adults. Weekly dance classes for all ages and abilities.

Recurring group / class Monday mornings.

Monthly community markets featuring local produce, crafts, food stalls, and live music.

Weekly choir and practice group classes for all ages and abilities.

Whether you're a seasoned bowler or trying it for the first time, barefoot bowls is an easygoing activity that’s perfect for all ages and skill levels. Friendly staff will help you get started, providing tips to ensure everyone has a great time.

Roll up for a game of lawn bowls at Pacific Palms Bowling Club , no matter what level of bowler you may be from a beginner, spectator, or social bowler.

Various Yoga practitioners and classes open to public participation.

Recreation Reserve, 5 Paradise Drive, - Skate Bowl. Opposite the Bowling Club

Join fellow fishing enthusiasts for regular outings, competitions. All skill levels welcome from beginners to experienced anglers.

Soccer Club will run on weekly Sundays

Social and competition tennis for all levels. Four courts available. Tennis balls and rackets are available for hire. Book your game online. Coaching sessions available.

New Rural Fire Service station to better serve our growing community.

Information and guides to bush fire risk areas and bush fire response plans. Includes: ‘Your Emergency Response Plan’ tools, Community Evacuation Plans and Procedures, Emergency Contacts.

Patrolled swimming areas, water safety, first aid, and rescue services during summer season.

Official evacuation routes for Smiths Lake area during bushfire emergencies. Know your route before fire season begins. Updated annually by RFS.

Pacific Palms Medical Centre (PPMC / FTMC) aims to provide the local community with the best in medical service. There will be a Doctor and Nurse available 5 days a week. Doctors Available at Pacific Palms: - Dr Joe Tamer – Mon to Fri - Dr Ellen Millard – Mon, Thu, Fri - Dr Stephen De Lyall – Tue and Wed - Nurse – Mon and Fri (all day), Tue, Wed, Thu (mornings).hs Lake Medical services include general practice, pathology collection, and visiting specialists.

Forster Police Station - 24/7 emergency response, community safety, crime prevention.

A list of contacts either Volunteer or Aid Services to assist various situations including Lost property, Snake removal, Vehicle recovery, Mechanical or Appliance failure.

New Rural Fire Service station to better serve our growing community. Location at the corner of Macwood Road and Paradise Drive has been approved and clear for construction. The building concept design is approved. Funding and construction commencement pending.

The Pacific Palms Community Hall is available for private functions, community meetings, and events. Wheelchair accessible with kitchen facilities.

PACIFIC PALMS COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to Noon. Market Days 9am – 1pm Recycled Sales. Meet the volunteers, borrow a good book, check out the Kindle, or request one of the latest on the Top Ten.  Paperback, hardcover and e.book donations gratefully received and acknowledged on our Donor List.

A list of indoor Event & Function venues available for private functions, community meetings. Wheelchair accessible with kitchen facilities, Include: Community Hall Elizabeth Beach; Surf Club Elizabeth Beach; Bungwahl Hall - Bungwahl; The Palms Pavilion - Tiona.

Local area location map illustrating key services and amenities.

Coordinated volunteer works program for weed management and bush regeneration, focused on Smiths Lake foreshore, village green spaces, and bush walking trail maintenance.

Coordinated with the Clean-Up Australia day Program, local volunteers scour the foreshore, green spaces, and various village precincts and roadsides, to collect and dispose of litter, abandoned equipment and rubbish.

A developing, 12.6km bush-walking trail connecting Tarbuck Bay, Smiths Lake village foreshore, and Celito Beach Boardwalk. The High Water Trail (HWT) is a grade 2 to grade 3 bush walk connecting many long established partial foreshore trails.

A joint Midcoast Council and community representative committee. Regular testing and monitoring of Smiths Lake water quality and waterways health, including pH, salinity, oxygen levels, and algae presence. View an interactive map and current and previous Waterway and Catchment Report Cards.

Strategic land management and education programs protecting Koalas, Flying Foxes, Yellow Bellied Gliders and other native wildlife and habitats.

Periodic workshops and ongoing programs on conservation of local natural resources, sustainable living, composting, solar energy, water conservation, native gardening, and reducing waste.

Sacred sites and cultural landmarks of the Worimi people in the Smiths Lake area. Respect and preservation of indigenous heritage.

History of European settlement in the Smiths Lake area from the 1820s including timber industry, farming, and fishing communities.

History Things - concerning Smiths Lake Village development

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Summary Presentation of Smiths Lake Village community demographics and attributes from ABS Census 2016 and Census 2020 data.

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Lake side on the Lakes Way, at Elizabeth Beach get to ‘The Recky’, by boat, car or courtesy bus - grab a seat & a feed at your Recky. Special and Regular activities including live music. Shuttle Bus Services from Recky from/to Smiths Lake and Pacific Palms Beaches

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The Pacific Palms Community Association (PPCA) is an Incorporated Not For Profit organisation that informs and advocates on issues relevant to the diverse community of villages it represents.  It promotes environmental, developmental, social and cultural responsibility while supporting specific community projects and events.