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Join us for a fun day of rides, games, activities, food, and entertainment at the 2026 Hands & Hearts Fair at Toowong State School. This is a d/Deaf-friendly event open to the TSS and local community. Entry is free, ride passes and game tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day.
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Our annual school fair is a much-anticipated event that brings together students, families, staff, and the wider community for a day of fun, connection, and celebration. Designed to strengthen school spirit and support key educational initiatives, the fair offers something for everyone, exciting rides, games, food trucks, live entertainment, raffles, and hands-on activities for all ages.
Proceeds from the fair directly benefit the school. Past sponsorships have helped us fund upgrades such as a new sound system, musical instruments, sports equipment and a new water bubbler.
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Rides Pass & Sideshow Alley Tickets
Unlimited Rides Pass: $35
Single Rides Pass: $7
1 x Sideshow Alley Tickets: $2
5 x Sideshow Alley Tickets: $10
10 x Sideshow Alley Tickets: $20
Passes and tickets can be purchased at the ticket stall next to Sideshow Alley starting at 2pm. Cash and card accepted.
Rides Pass & Sideshow Alley Tickets Include:
Rides & Activities
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Super Sizzler (130cm and up)
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Rock Climbing Wall (20-120kg weight restriction)
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Giant Slide (all ages)
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Pirate Ship (all ages)
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Bubble Soccer (all ages)
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Petting Zoo (all ages)
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Wildlings Forest School - Nature Crafts (all ages)
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Art Corner hosted by C&K Indooroopilly Community Kindergarten
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Gardening Activity with TSS Garden Club (all ages)
Sideshow Alley
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Arcade Basketball
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Lob a Choc
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Ring Toss
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Duck Pond
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Lollipop Tree
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and more!
Activities not included in passes;
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Decorate Krispy Kreme Donuts with TOSHC ($4)
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Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos ($3-$6)
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Dessert Bar (various)
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Raffle (starting at $5 a ticket)
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Silent Auction (varies depending on your generosity!)
Stage Show
*The stage show will be interpreted.
A traditional Welcome to Country delivered by Aunty Roma, acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land and paying respect to Elders past and present.
We acknowledge and respect the members of the Deaf Community in Australia, who preserve their rich heritage, culture and our language; Auslan (Australian Sign Language). We also acknowledge our custodians of Auslan, promoting awareness, equality and access through our sign language. Through Auslan, we inspire future leaders in our deaf community to continue our legacy and heritage.
The Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner, will join us to officially open the fair, sharing a few words to mark this special community event.
A special performance by our school's Junior & Senior bands.
A special performance by our school's choir.
A special performance by our school signing choir.
Creative Dance students will showcase their routines.
Teachers and students take to the stage in a fun-filled lip sync showdown, battling it out for bragging rights and crowd applause.
Just Auslan will be taking the stage for a special Deaf awareness presentation.
Toowong's budding musicians, singers, and performers will have their moment to shine!
Phoenix takes the stage for an exciting dance performance.
Principal Madden will speak about the importance of the event and school community.
And the winner is....!
Winners of the silent auction and raffle will be announced as we celebrate the generosity and support of our school community.
Hang around, dance, and enjoy the rest of the evening!
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Hands & Hearts Fair MC: Celina Campas
Special thanks to:
Toowong's Got Talent Coordinators: Ms Fletcher & Mr Ruckels
Toowong State School Choir Teacher: Ms Zander
Toowong State School Signing Choir Teacher: Mr Courtney
Toowong State School Band Teacher: Ms Prescott
Toowong's Got Talent Judges: Elizabeth Watson Brown, Julie Verbakel, Tori Cardell-Ree
Stage Interpreters: Danielle Ferndale & Maddie Rossetto
Platinum & Stage Sponsors:
Deaf Awareness: Just Auslan
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*We will do our best to keep to the planned schedule, however, event timings may vary throughout the day. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.
Food & Drinks
Fairy Floss
Raffle
Win $2,500 Cash!
Don't miss your chance to take home the major prize of $2,500 cash. Purchase your raffle tickets and go into the draw to win big while supporting our school community. Every ticket sold helps make a difference, so grab yours today and you could be the lucky winner!
Tickets are priced at:
1 ticket - $5
3 tickets - $10
7 tickets - $20
15 tickets - $40
25 tickets -$60
50 tickets - $100
Draw Date: 22nd of August 2026. The winner will be announced at the fair and contacted via email.
Silent Auction
Throughout the fair you can bid on an exciting range of prizes and experiences generously donated by our supporters.
All proceeds support our school community. Be sure to place your final bids before the auction closes! Winners will be announced at the fair and contacted via email if not present at the time of the draw.
A legendary dessert with a devoted following. Bid on Melissa Freeman’s Famous Sticky Date Pudding and discover what all the fuss is about!
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2 tickets to Broncos versus Storm game (27.08.2026)
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$250 Giant Bikes voucher
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4 Members' Reserve tickets to the Brisbane Racing Club
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$150 Studio Pilates Toowong voucher
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$250 Rebel Sport voucher thank you to the Mahoney family
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10 x one-hour bookings at the Toowong Tennis Courts
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2 free months at Fitstop Toowong (new members only)
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$250 voucher to Essa Restaurant on James Street
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Thursday Asada Night for 4 at Azteca
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2 tickets to a production of your choice at QPAC
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Dinner for 2 at Bird's Nest Yakitori
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Scenic Brisbane helicopter flight for 2
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50-minute Endota Spa Organic Infusion Facial
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$150 Studio Pilates Toowong voucher
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$100 Indooroopilly Shopping Centre voucher
Thank you to the following supporters for their generous donations:
Azteca, Bird's Nest, Brisbane Broncos, Brisbane Helicopters, Brisbane Racing Club, Endota Spa Rosalie, Essa, Fitstop Toowong, the Freeman Family, Giant, Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, the Mahoney Family, Presents of Mind, QPAC, and Studio Pilates Toowong.
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Bronze Sponsor
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Community Supporter
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2026 Sponsors & Supporters
We gratefully acknowledge and thank our sponsors and supporters for their generous support, which has helped make this event possible.
Platinum Sponsor
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Gold Sponsor
Volunteer Hub
The Hands & Hearts Fair is 100% powered by our community. We invite parents, students, and neighbors to jump in and join the fun! Whether you have an hour or a whole day, your help makes this event possible.
Setup Crew
Help us transform the lower oval! Installing signage, arranging stalls, and setting up the stage area on Friday and Saturday morning.
Stall Helpers
The heart of the fair. Selling cakes, serving at the sausage sizzle, or managing the craft corner and gardening activities.
Raffle & Prizes
Engage with visitors to sell raffle tickets or assist with the Silent Auction organization and winner collections.
Accessibility & Auslan
Support our Deaf community. Help guide visitors to interpreted shows and assist with accessibility needs across the grounds.
Pack Down Crew
The finish line heroes! Help us pack away equipment, remove signage, and leave our beautiful school grounds spotless post-8pm and Sunday morning (bonus breakfast!).
Student Roles
Past TSS students (Year 7 and up) are encouraged to help with Sideshow Alley.
All volunteers will be entered into a raffle to win a surprise hamper, with the winner announced at the fair.
To sign up, simply click the button below or email manager@toowongpandc.org.au.