​We’re Not Just Fishing — We’re Healing, Together

Welcome aboard the Pumicestone Passage Pirates Inc.— a wild-hearted, kind-spirited crew on a mission to turn the tide for mental health, connection, and purpose. We’re a Queensland-based incorporated association built by locals, for locals — and we believe in the power of fishing, crabbing, prawning, camping, and 4WDing to save lives, change stories, and heal communities.

What We Do

We run free and low-cost fishing competitions, camping trips, BBQs, and 4WD outings across Southeast Queensland — with a difference. Every outing is designed to bring people together, especially those who’ve felt isolated, struggled with alcohol, trauma, suicide, domestic violence, or poor mental health.

We’re here for the blokes who’ve lost their spark, the mums who need a break, the young people with no mentors, and anyone looking for a crew that won’t let them walk the plank alone.

Our Mission

• Reconnect community through outdoor adventure

• Support people getting off the grog and out of isolation

• Create safe spaces for mental health support and recovery

• Champion accessibility and inclusion for families, kids, and carers

• Protect our beloved Pumicestone Passage through sustainable fishing and conservation

Why Join the Pirates?

When you sign up — whether as a Basic Member ($20/year) or a Premium Gold Member ($50/year) — you’re not just participating in fishing comps. You’re joining a crew that shows up for each other. That shares the load. That believes the best therapy is a line in the water and a mate by your side.

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What We’ve Achieved So Far

• Raised over $10,000 for suicide prevention and domestic violence support

• Rescued wildlife and promoted sustainable crabbing and prawning

• Building a community boat (with a trailer now in progress).

• Grown to 15,000+ Facebook members

• Launched 3 major annual events:

  • Mother’s Day Fishing Comp

  • Father’s Day Fishing Comp

  • Family & Accessibility Fishing Comp

• Created safe group chats for people needing emotional support

• Mentored dozens of people through addiction, grief, and rebuilding their lives

Help Us Help Others — Become a Pirate

Sometimes, healing begins not with help you receive, but with the help you give. That’s why we invite you to:

• Join our Committee

• Help with event logistics

• Support new members on their healing journey

• Run a BBQ, mentor a teen, or just be a good mate

We offer full training and support — and we value honesty, heart, and consistency above all.

Future Directions

• Establishing an NDIS arm offering fishing, camping & mental health support

• Partnering with universities to measure social impact

• Launching an AI-powered tool for fishing, camping, and mental well-being advice

• Expanding Indigenous-led programs, culture sharing, and youth mentorship

• Offering life memberships to founding and long-serving legends

Join Us Today

Whether you’re here to catch fish, find friends, or simply feel better — there’s a place on this boat for you.

Become a Pirate. Heal together. Live better.

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