Bula Mate Project

Bula Mate Project Inc. supports the below clarification.

All vendor Expressions of Interest for Fiji Day on the Coast 2026 must go through the official EOI process only.

Thank you for helping us keep the process clear and fair.

Fiji Day on the Coast 2026 – Market Stall and Food Vendor Expression of Interest Bula Mate Project Inc. invites Expressions of Interest from market stallholders and food vendors for Fiji Day on the Coast 2026, to be held at Meridan Community Centre, 70 Springs Drive, Meridan Plains QLD 4551, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Submitting this form does not guarantee acceptance into the even...

🌺 Expression of Interest Opening Soon! 🌺

Bula Mate Project Inc. is excited to announce that Expressions of Interest for market stalls and food vendors at Fiji Day on the Coast 2026 will be opening soon.

We’re bringing together food, culture, community, markets and live entertainment for a vibrant celebration on the Sunshine Coast.

📅 Saturday 10 October 2026
📍 Meridan Community Centre
⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm

The official EOI form will be made available soon via Google Forms, with applications planned to open from Monday 25 May 2026.

The form will include separate sections for market stallholders and food vendors, along with event information, application requirements, and terms and conditions.

We welcome expressions of interest from suitable market stalls, community/cultural stalls, craft/gift stalls, information stalls and food vendors, with preference given to stallholders whose products, services or offerings align closely with the spirit of the event.

Please note: we are not seeking fresh produce stalls at this stage.

Spaces will be limited, and submitting an EOI does not guarantee acceptance, as applications will be reviewed to ensure a suitable mix of stalls for the event.

Stay tuned and follow the Fiji Day on the Coast page for updates!

Wonderful news for our inaugural Fiji Day on the Coast event.

Bula Mate Project Inc. is grateful to Sunshine Coast Council for supporting this special community celebration through Council’s Grants Program.

Fiji Day on the Coast is proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Council’s Grants Program.

Bula Mate Project Inc. is grateful to Sunshine Coast Council for providing funding support through its Grants Program to assist with the inaugural Fiji Day on the Coast.

This funding will help us deliver a safe, welcoming and family-friendly celebration of Fiji’s Independence Day right here on the Sunshine Coast.

We truly appreciate Sunshine Coast Council’s commitment to supporting multicultural community events that bring people together.

Join us for a day filled with culture, connection, food, market stalls, live entertainment and celebration.

📅 Saturday 10 October 2026
📍 Meridan Community Centre, Meridan Plains
🕙 10:00am – 4:00pm

Follow this page for updates on the program, stalls, entertainment and more.

Bula — a warm Fijian welcome. Vuvale — the spirit of family and togetherness. 🇫🇯❤️

These values are at the heart of Fiji Day on the Coast.

In 2026, Fiji marks the 56th anniversary of its independence, and we are proud to bring that spirit of celebration to the Sunshine Coast through our inaugural Fiji Day on the Coast event.

Fiji is a place that touches so many Australians through travel, family connections, friendships, and shared memories. Through this celebration, we look forward to bringing a little of Fiji’s warmth, culture, and hospitality to our local community.

This day is open to everyone — from the Fijian community and broader Pacific community to those connected through the PALM program and the wider Sunshine Coast community. Whether Fiji is part of your heritage, part of your story, or simply a culture you would love to experience, we warmly welcome you.

Come and be part of this special day as we celebrate culture, connection, and the spirit of Fiji right here on the Coast.

📍 Meridan Community Centre, Meridan Plains
📅 Saturday, 10 October 2026

Vinaka Vakalevu 🇫🇯

Contact Bula Mate Project Inc. | Sunshine Coast Community Organisation

Bula Mate Project Inc. is a community organisation dedicated to strengthening connections between Australia and Fiji through mateship, culture, service and community.

Our vision is to see Australia and Fiji connected through partnership, supporting Fijians living in Australia while also assisting communities in Fiji through practical support and volunteer initiatives.

Our work includes: • Fiji Day on the Coast community celebrations
• Supporting Fijian families and community connections
• Building partnerships with local organisations
• Future volunteer and aid projects in Fiji

We welcome enquiries from community members, volunteers, sponsors and organisations who would like to partner with us.

📞 Phone: (07) 5221 5532
✉️ Email: [email protected]

Follow our page to stay updated on Fiji Day on the Coast 2026 and other community activities.

🔑✨ A New Chapter for Bula Mate Project ✨🔑

Yesterday afternoon, Bula Mate Project officially received the keys to our new office space.

We are incredibly grateful to Stephen and Kathy from Caloundra Towing for their generous in-kind support in providing office space for our organisation through 2026.

Caloundra Towing has proudly served the Sunshine Coast community for over 50 years, providing professional accident towing, breakdown assistance, and secure vehicle holding services. Known locally for being reliable, friendly, and professional, they are a trusted name in our region.

This space will serve as our private operational base as we continue planning and coordinating community initiatives across the Sunshine Coast, including Fiji Day on the Coast 2026. Please note this is an administrative workspace and not a public drop-in office.

If you ever require towing services on the Sunshine Coast, we encourage you to support businesses that support local community organisations.

📞 0418 744 110
🌐 www.caloundratowing.com.au

Stephen and Kathy — thank you for believing in the vision of Bula Mate Project.

Exciting things ahead.