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Ibu & Bean - Patricia Voltz

I set off from Manly Sydney in 2006 to explore OZ. Twelve months later arriving in Mission Beach in early October I found my new home and what an amazing 19 years it’s been!
I needed to work so decided to open a shop. (I’d been playing shopkeeper since a little child and was my dream !). So, 55 why not ????
I opened Ibu & Bean on 4th November 2007. It has been a beautiful journey and such a pleasure to bring my dreams of working with designers of sustainable fabrics, slow fashion and ethical producers together There’s only a few of my suppliers I’ve never met personally and that is very special to me.
Over the years, through Ibu & Bean, I have had the pleasure to connect with so many wonderful people. Last year proved very challenging as the works commenced, but with the support of our community and out of town regular customers who keep coming back, my little store continued to grow.
Being part of this amazing diverse beautiful community has brought me so much joy.
The revitalization of our Village Green will be worth waiting for!!
Shanti Cafe - Patrick Honan

I choose to set up my business in Mission Beach as it boasts a very strong community spirit. There is a mixture of those born and bred locally, holiday-makers and newcomers who have decided to make this town their home. Mission Beach is full of outgoing personalities and people who dedicate time to volunteering for the community and environment.
After an early morning walk on the beach spotting the occasional dolphin, there’s nowhere better to relax, recharge and unwind than the outdoor deck at Shanti Café, With a cool breeze, by lush tropical greenery, it’s the perfect little spot to satiate the soul.
It’s the food at Shanti Cafe is what keeps people coming back. We are very proud to have a loyal band of locals arriving daily for early morning coffee and snacks.
We welcome everyone to Shanti for a leisurely meal under the bamboo watching the world wander by. If in a hurry no problem, there’s always fresh housemade cakes, muffins, tarts and the ever-popular banana bread for those on the go.
Our chefs are long-standing members of the Mission Beach community, with decades of experience running their own cafes and restaurants both locally and around the country.
We are proud to host “Science in the Pub” evenings, once a month to sell out crowds…..all part of the Mission Beach vibe.
Yoko @ Mission - Yoko Yasui

In 1999, Bruce and I came to Mission Beach to skydive—sky in our hearts, wind in our bones. I conceived our son the moment we arrived—there’s magic in this water!!!!
Years later, I turned inward, drawn by a quiet question: Why do I live in this body?
From city lights to rainforest stillness, a new chapter opened—and with it, the healing path I now follow and offer.
With over 22 years of experience in massage and craniosacral therapy, I bring a deeply intuitive and holistic approach to bodywork. I combine massage, craniosacral therapy,and foundation bodywork,addressing not just physical misalignment but also the emotional and lifestyle factors that may contribute to discomfort or tension.
Each session is uniquely tailored to support the body’s natural ability to heal, restore balance, and reconnect with ease.
I have also started to run a foundational body awareness class every third Sunday of the month at the Progress Hall.
I am very passionate about promoting Mission Beach as a wellness destination, and the co-creator of Wellness Mission Beach, which is behind the Wellness Weekend event we hold towards the end of May every year
So far, this year marks our 5th event, confirming that the event is getting stronger and deeper each year. So stay tuned for 2026.
Business Members
- Lillipads 🌐
- Liz Gallie Jewellery 🌐
- Mager Constructions
- MBL Bananas
- Minx Hair ⓕ
- Mission Beach Gas
- Mission Beach Generator Hire
- Mission Beach Interiors ⓕ
- Mission Beach Resort 🌐
- Mission Beach Sheds
- Mission Beach Workx
- Mission Nail Art 🌐
- One Fish Technology ⓕ