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Senior Superstars strut their stuff

Our Senior Superstars enjoying the spotlight and thoroughly entertaining everyone

BRISBANE’S 8th annual spectacle of Senior Superstar ramps up.

Chinese harp? Bass baritone vocals?

A whip cracking whistler?

Renditions of “Rain drops keep falling on my head? Rock n Roll dancers? An Elvis impersonator? Or even an Irish love song? Brisbane’s

2012 Senior Superstar talent contest is underway with Logan and other chapters of the much loved talent contest to follow and our over 55s are once again proving that talent is ageless.The Brisbane auditions staged on 12 May in QPAC’s Cascade Court saw 48 acts comprised

of first timers and old hands, ranging in age from 56 through to 92 years, all vying to be a part of this year’s series.

Brisbane’s Senior Superstar now moves into the heats phase from Sunday, 1 July with Heat 1 at Geebung RSL and producer and creator, Pauline Bell expects some late Brisbane-ite hopefuls

to enter the series in coming weeks.

For the Brisbane series, four heats and two semi-finals will now be held through July and August with the grand final set down for Sunday, 26th August in QPAC’s Concert Hall.

Brisbane might have been the trailblazer to start the Senior Superstar

craze but Sunshine Coast was quick to follow and now it looks like the craze could take on many more regions. Ms Bell said she is proud of the history of the Brisbane series but even more excited that Senior Superstar is expanding into new regions.

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SENIORS NEWS Senior Superstars strut their stuff FROM PAGE 1 and even international at- rier when it comes to the hat on.” Ms Bell said it “Our Senior Superstars tention and shown the stage…something we are was a mixed bag of acts have attracted national world that age is no bar- very proud to hang our when it came to the Brisbane auditions but most importantly, it was the people stories that Brisbane Also publishers of Gold this contest unearths.

Coast/Tweed Seniors “We were thrilled to see Newspaper & Sunshine our youngest entrant – a Coast Seniors lass who goes by the ABN 26 089 559 697 name of “Aussie Rules” Newspaper. is a mere spring chicken Delivered from Noosa at age 56 – opting to belt to Murwillimbah. out, The Jets “Do you Advertising, Editorial: want to be my girl” song,” P.O. Box 1062, she said. “Then we got to Tewantin Q. 4565 hear incredible bass bariFax: 07 5474 4975 tone vocals from first Published monthly and distributed Email: editor@seniorsnewspaper.com.au timer, Federick Hong, 70 FREE across Brisbane from Eight Mile Plains advertising@seniorsnewspaper.com.au Printed by APN Print Yandina who had always dreamed www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au of singing opera but had his dream put on hold when the cultural revolution swept China. “Chinese Harp – one of the oldest instruments of Chinese history - was definitely one we haven’t seen before and we were delighted to welcome 72 year old Mansfield resident, Siu Yin Kwok to Senior Superstar. “Oh and Elvis…we do love our 62 year old David Rigg from Capalaba’s passion for the King of Rock. David donned the army khakis in replica Elvis style to sing “G.I. Blues”. “What’s also fabulous is to see the Email: sales@bindawalla.com.au

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camaraderie that Senior Superstar arouses amongst contestants who participate in the series for fun and to remain socially active.”

Proudly presented by Brisbane City Council, Brisbane’s Senior Superstar celebrates its 8th year of recognising the outstanding pool of talent and energy amongst our seniors. Senior Superstar has uncovered incredible over 55s talent over the past seven years including the truckie who’d only ever sung in the cab of his truck, the clogging troupe of 14 who won in 2011, the diva who’d hung up her singing boots following family tragedy and rediscovered her voice and spirit through Senior Superstar or the guy that had gone to the top of his game in government policy yet never felt recognised until he found singing and won Senior Superstar.

The 2011 series, which attracted 67 acts had a glittering Grand Final - the largest in the history of the competition with tickets, although free, booking out in a record two hours upon release.

Unlike other talent con-

tests, Senior Superstar has its own delightful style and comedy where participants of any talent or ability are welcomed on stage and the judging is gentle, encouraging topped with plenty of audience support to bring out the best from contestants.

Senior Superstar Brisbane 2012 series dates and venues are: Heat 1, Sunday, 1 July (2pm), Geebung Zillmere RSL Heat 2, Sunday, 8 July (2pm), Wynnum RSL Heat 3, Sunday, 15 July (2pm), Sherwood Services Club Heat 4, Sunday, 22 July (2pm), Coorparoo RSL Semi-Final 1, Sunday, 29 July (1.30pm), Broncos Leagues Club Semi-Final 2, Sunday, 5 August (1.30pm), Souths Sports Club Grand Final, Sunday, 26 August (1.30pm), QPAC Concert Hall Twelve acts will be chosen from the two semi-finals to compete at the Senior Superstar Grand Final. The Grand Final is also free to attend but bookings are essential and tickets available through QTIX from 1 Au-

‘Aussie Rules’ (56, Wellington Point) belts out The Jets “Do you want to be my girl!”

gust. Brisbane’s Senior Superstar is presented by Brisbane City Council with the support of The Public Trustee of Queensland, Newstalk 1116 4BC plus venue partner, QPAC. The Senior Superstar Logan series will kick off from the 15th September with two heats and a grand final on 6 October.

All Senior Superstar events are free to attend and any entertainment thrill-seekers are encouraged to come along. Further information about Senior Superstar is available by visiting www.seniorsuperstar.com

SENIORS NEWS Christmas in July Dance

You’re not too old to donate life

Dance group prepare for the Christmas in July Dance from left to right Christina, Sandy,Maree and Pat

A GROUP of enthusiastic seniors meet twice weekly at St Hugh’s Church Hall, 105 Poinsettia Street Inala, to practice old and new dances.The group meet on Monday at 12 noon for two and a half hours and again on Friday at 9.30am for another two and a half hour session. A dance is held at the hall on the last Friday of each month from 7pm to approx. 10.00pm. Supper is served, and

there is also a luck door prize. The photo shows some of the group preparing for a Christmas in July dance which will be Friday 27th July. Entry fee to dances is $8 pp this includes supper and door prize. A charge of $4 covers practice lessons on each Monday and Friday.

Please come and join this happy pleasant group. Enquiries Kath 3372 3927 or Iris 3372 6346.

Parliament House forum to put age on national agenda HIGH profile politicians and public figures will go head-to-head at the 2012 PAC Meets Parliament forum being held this month to put ageing issues at the top of the national agenda.

The forum is being convened by the National Seniors Productive Ageing Centre (NSPAC) and the Parliamentary Friends of Seniors and Ageing Group.

Minister for Ageing Mark Butler, Shadow Minister for Seniors Bronwyn Bishop and Greens spokesperson on ageing Rachel Siewert will set out what their parties can offer older Australians.

Age Discrimination Commissioner Susan Ryan and social commentator and journalist Phillip Adams, along with other keynote speakers, will give their perspectives on issues facing older Australians such as age discrimination in the workplace and financial uncer-

tainties in later life.

Current research will also be presented on financial well-being and overcoming barriers to employment.

National Seniors’ chief executive Michael O’Neill said: “Growing older comes with enough physical challenges without an uphill battle to find a job, fund a secure retirement and find suitable care.”

“This is a good opportunity for the key political players to reveal how they plan to shape Australia’s future ageing policies.”

PAC Meets Parliament will be held on Tuesday, June 19 from 9.30 to 4pm in the Theatre at Parliament House, Canberra.

For further information about the 2012 PAC meets Parliament forum, visit www.productiveageing.com.au.

Pension Age Debate Misguided

“CPSA is concerned with ill-advised recommendations made by the Grattan Institute, calling for a further rise to the pension age”, said Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association Policy/Research Officer, Amelia Christie.

More than 90 per cent of people who go on a full rate Age Pension move off another Centrelink payment.

“People going on a part pension tend to have retired on superannuation way before they turn 65. The trick is to give people an incentive not to use their superannuation before they reach pension age. “Increasing the Age Pension age disadvantages those who are least able to manage the change such as low

income manual workers, people with low levels of superannuation, poor health or low employment prospects.

“A floating pension age in which lower life expectancies and people’s capacity to continue working full time are taken into account is a more viable option.

“In France, the pension age was recently reduced back to 60 for people who have spent 40 years or more in strenuous manual jobs recognising that they were disadvantaged by the age increase”, said Ms Christie.

CPSA represents pensioners of all ages, superannuants and low-income retirees. CPSA has 137 Branches and Affiliated Organisations, with a combined membership of 30,000 people.

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PARLIAMENTARY Secretary for Health and Ageing Catherine King today appealed to older Australians to decide about and discuss their organ and tissue donation wishes with their loved ones.

Research commissioned by the Organ and Tissue Authority found that while 81% of Australians aged 65 years or more are willing to become organ and tissue donors, 37% wrongly assume they are too old to donate. There are around three million Australians aged 65 years and above and this is a growing demographic.

“Age is not a barrier to becoming an organ and tissue donor. In 2011, 54 Australians aged 65 or over saved or improved lives by donating their organs including lungs, kidneys and livers. Older Australians also donated tissues including corneas which help to restore and improve the sight of others. While the median age of all organ donors last year was 50 years – there was a very broad age range with the oldest organ and tissue donor in 2011 being over 85 years,” said Ms King.

“No one should ever assume that they are too old or unhealthy to become an organ and tissue donor. Transplant professionals will decide which organs and tissues can be used at the time of death after looking at your past medical history, the condition of your organs and their suitability.”

New research found that 49% of people 65 years or over have not discussed their donation wishes with family members in the past 12 months and 28% have never had the discussion.

“Many Australians aged 65 years or over believe that it is better to just leave it to their family to decide, even though 82% of them believe it is important that their family know their wishes and 71% correctly understand that the family is always asked to

confirm the donation wishes of the deceased.

“While one in two older Australians are aware that few people will die in the specific circumstances where organ donation is possible, the fact that many more can become tissue donors means that the potential exists for all Australians to save or improve one or many lives through donation.

“My message to all

older Australians is to please let your loved ones know your wishes about organ and tissue donation and to understand that age is not a barrier to saving or improving the lives of others. People who have had cancer or other health problems have been able to become a donor. “If you have made a donation decision and previously shared your wishes with

your loved ones, this is a timely reminder to do so again to ensure your loved ones are prepared in the event they are ever asked to confirm your donation wish.”

“You also need to know the donation wishes of your loved ones, should you one day be asked to confirm their wishes about organ and tissue donation.

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As part of a Friendship Link, members of Soroptimist clubs from Toowoomba and Moreton Bay will rendezvous half way for some culture at the Ipswich museum and art gallery on 15 July.

Soroptimist International Moreton North Inc (SIMNI) club president Jo Anne Haywood said the two clubs decided to provide each other with support to grow their membership base and an exchange of friendship to improve their club program diversity.

“The word Soroptomist means ‘best for women’ and we want to ensure there are plenty of opportunities to improve women’s lives in Toowoomba and Moreton Bay,” Ms Haywood said.

“The Ipswich rendezvous will also be an opportunity for our club members to do some business networking and art appreciation.

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The Toowoomba Soroptimist Club hosted a High Tea in May, which was attended by Moreton Bay members – the start of the friendship link.

lonial Times to 1960 and the Queensland Folk Art exhibition from 1859 onwards.”

Club members will car pool together and meet for an early lunch at the Cactus Expresso in Ipswich.

Moreton Bay club members travelled to Toowoomba earlier this year for the annual Soroptimist High Tea event and retro fashion

parade in mid-May. To find out more about what the Soroptimist Club does visit Internet site www.siswp.org.au or attend their next SIMNI meeting at the North Lakes Library on the fourth Saturday of each month from 10am to 12 n o o n .

For more information phone Jo Anne 3889 9971 or Mobile 0433 957678.

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GUESTS of Redlands Evening VIEW Club’s Dinner meeting would be forgiven for thinking they had wandered into a school yard, as members celebrated Back 2 School Day in support of children’s charity The Smith Family. Regular attire was replaced by school uniforms and pigtails in the name of fundraising for Australian children in need, with members even enjoying a Guess Who School Photograph Game. Guest Speaker, Catharina Rynja, an experienced teacher, brought back memories for

‘her students’ with her presentation of Education in Australia: Then and Now. “It’s hard to believe that so many children are struggling right here in this lucky country of ours,” said VIEW National President Lorraine Montgomery. “Through our Back 2 School Day events we’re encouraging members of the public to recreate a day at school in a fun way while raising some funds to help create a better future for kids in need. This is our chance to celebrate our past to change a child’s future!”

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FRIDAY, 15 June, marked Elder Abuse Awareness Day – and time to put the subject on the public discussion agenda.

But National Seniors Australia believes that many people don’t know what elder abuse is, or if they do, they don’t want to talk about it.

Like domestic violence and child molestation, elder abuse mostly takes place not in institutions but within families. The full extent of the abuse is unknown as it mostly goes unreported. But recently the inaugural Elder Abuse National Conference in Brisbane heard that many calls to seniors’ help lines related to physical, psychological, emotional or financial mistreatment, or a combina-

tion of factors.

“Elder abuse can be something as simple as stopping the grandchildren from visiting grandma or grandad,” said National Seniors chief executive Michael O’Neill.

“Or it could be that adult children are putting pressure on their parents to sell their home or give them money or property which the parents have worked all their lives and have a right to enjoy unhindered.”

“These situations are only going to become more common as the population ages and so it is high time older and often vulnerable Australians are empowered and treated with the compassion, justice and respect

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Are you concerned?

U3A Brisbane 2012 Winter School THAT time of the year is nearly upon us again when U3A Brisbane present their winter School for 2012.Winter School will be presented from Monday 2nd July to Friday 6th July and this year features probably one of the most interesting arrays of subjects we have compiled to date.

This special event will feature over 30 presentations in subject categories including literature history, art & culture- even contentious subjects such as pricing of carbon and coal seam gas.

One of the highlights of the week will be a talk presented by our Keynote Speaker, Mr Everald Compton AM. The subject will be: The Economic Impact of a Rapidly Ageing Population. This talk will cover many

SENIORS LEGAL AND SUPPORT SERVICE SLASS and Caxton Legal Centre can assist where the exploitation or abuse of an older person is taking place.

We provide free legal and social work support for seniors experiencing mistreatment, financial exploitation or elder abuse.

Phone us to make an appointment to talk with an experienced staff member. If you are unable to come to our service, a telephone consultation or meeting at your home can be arranged.

issues such as superannuation, pensions, mature age employment and many more affecting today’s senior population. Everald is very well qualified to talk on these subjects as he is the Chairman of the Federal Government’s Advisory Panel on Positive Ageing and is Past President of National Seniors. He is also Chairman of ATEC Rail Group Ltd. This talk will be held on Monday 2nd July at 10.30 and should prove to very popular.

For further information on session times and booking details please visit our website: www.u3abrisbane.org.au or ring 3236 3055 but don’t delay as places are limited.

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Send your entries, including your name and address and phone number to OPSO, PO Box 623, Brisbane, Qld 4001. Entries close 1 September, 2012.

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As part of this week Care Connect recognised the members of its Consumer Voice Committee, a committee made up of volunteers who each donate their time and energy to provide feedback and guidance regarding Care Connect’s programs and direction.

Consumer Voice Committee Chairperson, Dorothy, said volunteering is a classic win-win situation – the more you offer, the more you receive in return.

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SENIORS NEWS Redlands Performing Arts Two of Australia’s best comic talents, Peter Moon and Evelyn Krape, combine in this off-beat, delightfully zany comedy of a middleaged bachelor and the eccentric bag lady he hires as a housekeeper.

Peter Moon, best known for his famously funny character in the TV show “Fast

AFTER a sold-out tour of Victoria last year, Ellis Productions’ “The Housekeeper” is on its way to Redland Performing Arts Centre as part of its national tour.

There will be one performance only, so don’t miss this hilarious comedy of amorous faux pas on Saturday August 4 at 7.30pm.

Forward” also in “Neighbours” and “Whatever Happened to That Guy?” hits the stage to join forces or rather combat Evelyn Krape.

Evelyn returns to Ellis Productions having toured in “The Queen of Bingo” and “Dirty Dusting”, and after having sold out in her hit one-woman shows

Government must show leadership on older workers

OLDER Australians are calling on the federal government to show leadership in improving the employment prospects of mature age workers, following the release of yet another report on the issue.

The report, Working Past Our 60s: Reforming Laws and Policies for the Older Worker, was released by Age Discrimination Commissioner, Susan Ryan, in Melbourne in June.

National Seniors Australia chief executive Michael O’Neill said it was time for the Commonwealth to stop producing reports, lead by example and get on with introducing practical change.

“The issues in today’s report - age limits on workers compensation, insurance, and professional licensing - are the issues we were talking about a decade ago.

“It’s all starting to feel like Ground Hog Day”.

“Australians are ageing differently now - we’re healthier and stronger than ever before, and many of us enjoy and want to keep working well beyond 65,” he said.

“It’s time government put down its pens and got on with the business of removing these long-identified legislative barriers”. Beyond that, O’Neill said em-

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ployer attitudes would prove to be the biggest hurdle for older workers.

“Mature age workers, often the first to go in redundancy exercises, can end up languishing on unemployment lists three times longer than their younger colleagues,” said O’Neill.

“ABS figures show that almost 40 per cent of all discouraged job seekers, people who want to work but have given up looking, believe that employers consider them too old. Unfortunately, age discrimination is often covert and very difficult to prove,” he said. National Seniors research, quoted in the report, reveals an annual loss of $10.8 billion to the economy in not utilising the skills and experience of older workers.

Workers compensation age limits (mostly 65) currently exist in every state and territory except Queensland and Western Australia.

The superannuation guarantee age limit will be abolished from 2013. However people aged over 75 are still precluded from making additional concessional and non-concessional contributions to their super.

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SENIORS NEWS Rochedale/Springwood National Seniors Branch AT a well attended meeting of the Rochedale/ Springwood National Seniors branch on Wednesday June 20th two volunteers from the Logan Local Ambulance Committee carried out a very important demonstration of first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for members.

Eric Neilsen and Bruce Spiers two well trained volunteers devote many hours of their time conducting training classes covering first aid and Rochedale/Springwood members took advantage of having a hands on lesson in first response CPR. Knowing that this knowledge could ultimately save a life many members felt that the session had been of great value to the branch.

June’s tour will encompass a visit to the Mounted Police Unit at Moggill where there will be a display of formation riding and the negotiation of an obstacle course.

Members attending will enjoy lunch at the

Noel Tink member and Eric Neilsen Ambulance volunteer

Bellbowrie Sports Club.

On July 18th the Annual General Meeting will take place and with a very strong team nominated the branch is assured of a further successful year of activities.

Following the AGM a Bar-

B-Que lunch will be enjoyed by all attending.

Bookings are still being taken for the Sunshine Coast and Inverell extended tour and these can be made by contacting Loretta phone 3341 8323 or 0402 962 457.

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As soon as you drive through the front gates of Lewani Palms Resort in Ormeau, you will notice something very special and uniquely different. Set in over 40 tropical acres, this pet friendly Over 50’s Lifestyle Resort is simply like no other, with wide spacious roads, generous parcels of land, and designer built homes with huge internal layouts, 360 degrees of privacy, and wonderful facilities and activities.

Planned with the residents in mind, there is so much on offer at your doorstep it will feel like you’re on a permanent holiday, either full of action or quiet and peaceful – Resort facilities include: 2 kms of walking tracks with beautifully manicured gardens, 2 swimming pools, a championship-size bowling green with club room, a croquet green, function centre and sports hall, 2 licensed

bars, a dance floor & stage, gymnasium, library, snooker tables and the list goes on. If you have been looking for a lifestyle resort that just feels like home, has a wonderful community spirit, and offers true value for money, then you can’t go past Lewani Palms Resort. But don’t just take our word for it. Come and see for yourself with their ‘Huge Open Home Weekend’ on Saturday & Sunday the 21st & 22nd July between 10am and 3pm..

Centrally located in the leafy semi-rural suburb of Ormeau, Lewani Palms is conveniently located near the M1 and is only 30 minutes to Surfers Paradise, and 30 minutes to Brisbane’s CBD. Public transport is no obstacle with a bus stop at the front gate and train station within 5 minutes. For more information, or to arrange a tour, contact the sales office free call: 1800 467 500 or visit their website: www.lewani palms.com.au

Kenmore Evening VIEW Club WE meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Indooroopilly Golf Club, Meiers Rd, Indooroopilly. The evening features a two course dinner and a guest speaker. Our 18th July Meeting is our Birthday Meeting, and we will celebrate with Author Jennifer Bacia and The Amazing Anton! The meeting starts at 6.30pm-7.00pm. We welcome new members and visitors to join us, as each new member enriches our Club.

Our members enjoy the opportunity to take part in club group activities, such as Book Clubs, Movie night, Walking Group, Mahjong, Bi-Monthly lunches, Gallery visits and Theatre outings. Our aim is to provide support and friendship for women, and 20,000 women have

joined VIEW Nationwide. VIEW actively raises awareness of and participates in the work of The Smith Family.

Through The Smith Family Learning for Life Program, our fundraising events have now afforded sponsorship of seven children through their school years. Our efforts in support of disadvantaged children in local communities are making a real difference.

Each year members have the option to attend National Convention. This year the Convention takes place in September in Coffs Harbour.

To make a booking to attend our July or subsequent meetings, please contact either Nan on 3878 7448, or Judy on 3878 2921.

SENIORS NEWS Positive outlook keeps Neville going

Neville is pictured beside the replica, a special project in every way. Well done Neville!

HIS life has been, and still is, full of ups and downs but that hasn’t stopped the Brisbane-born Neville Bulley, 63, now of Southport, from focusing on the positive.

The quietly-spoken Neville spends whatever time he can engrossed in a spirit-lifting hobby that has grown not only out of childhood trauma but a battle with a brain tumour—prolactinoma, disease of the pituitary gland—that was detected in 2004 after a discectomy (surgical removal of a herniated disc) in 2003.

Spread out on a large table in the corner of Neville’s garage is what looks like a village of building models. The village, in fact, is a replica; built almost entirely from Neville’s child-

hood memories, of the Sisters of Mercy St Vincent’s Home for Children where Neville and his five brothers and sisters lived in the late 1950s/early ’60s after their mother was unable to care for them. Neville remembers that approximately 500 children were resident at the same time.

Neville makes no bones about the fact that times were tough in the Nudgeelocated Home, or “orphanage� as he calls it, but it was where he lived between the ages of seven and 13 and he cannot simply erase that part of his life. Building the replica is “therapy�, Neville finds, actually helping him “let go of the past� and also taking his mind off his illness.

Using items such as

toothpicks, paddle-pop sticks, wooden meat skewers, corrugated cardboard, MDF, glue and putty, plus fairy lights and ‘dollhouse-sized’ props such as worshippers on pews inside the church, trees in the gardens and even a water tank, Neville started construction of his model of the Home for Children, as he knew it, 18 months ago. Already ‘built’ are the church, convent, boys’ dormitory, classroom, kitchen, manual arts training room, shed, guest house and even a tram but about “a dozen more buildings� are still necessary to complete the project, as long as Neville can find room to spread out. Most of the original structures, which

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SENIORS NEWS Sold on the lifestyle

WHEN Susan and Brian Lynch found a home they wanted to spend their retirement in, they decided life was too short to wait for the property market to pick up.

A friend had invited them to see Palm Lake Resort Eagleby Heights over 50s

resort. “Friends brought us here to give us a look and we got home and decided that’s where we want to be.

“We thought everything had dropped in price and what’s going to happen if we do put our place on the market”.

A real estate agent said, “Look Sue, it’s going to get worse before it gets better so have a go at it if that’s what you want to do”, so we did.

“You don’t know what’s going to happen while you’re waiting for the property market. Maybe

you’ll live to 100, maybe not” “We just feel that we’ve done the right thing completely’.”It’s just magic our new lifestyle”.

“The people are beautiful. You walk out your front door and you talk to someone walking their

dog, or you go and have a cappuccino at the clubhouse”.

“There is something to do every day if you wish.

This place has really extensive facilities and loads of activities”.

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We pride ourselves on being professional, approachable, efficient & caring Couples welcome 1 bedroom units Furnished with fridge, microwave & washing machine What we offer • Accommodation • 3 full meals daily (optional) • Linen exchange (optional) • Emergency 24/7 call response (optional) • Afternoon Bingo, Cards, Crafts, Movies, Happy Hour on Friday evenings & Games afternoon on a Saturday • Chemist who collects & delivers prescriptions • Spititus Clinic on Tuesday mornings • Walking distance to Morayfield Shopping Centre & doctors or catch a bus that collects seniors from the Village in the morning & then drops them off again just before lunch

in both our new home and our new lifestyle.”

“The location is excellent being halfway to Brisbane and the Gold Coast. There are shopping centres and medical facilities close by. The resort has great security and offers the lowest site fees in the area.”

Sales and Marketing Manager Marlene Cumming said that “Whist some over 50s were holding out for a higher sale price on their homes, others were pric-

ing their homes to sell so they could move on and start living the life they have worked hard for and deserve. They want to make their dreams come true sooner rather than later.”

Call Palm Lake Resort Eagleby Heights and ask us about our Christmas in July Lunch function, a great way to meet the residents in a warm and friendly environment.

For more information or for a free DVD to be posted call 1800 781 101.

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SENIORS NEWS Pensioner’s miniature firearms hobby keeps mind active

Stewart Mitchell – meticulous craftsperson

A RESIDENT of Elim Vil- licas of classic firearms great to keep the mind lage in Ipswich who from scratch said that in- active as you get older. makes miniature steel rep- tricate work like this is Retired since 1999, Stewart Mitchell said that it’s important to work the brain by taking up a hobby or interest, such as his passion for crafting half scale firearms, and at the THE Winter Solstice has passed and Redcliffe VIEW residents Queensland Baptist Care (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) has a retirement village take Christmas in July theme for the next meeting to be part in a myriad of crafts held at the Dolphins Leagues Club, corner of Ashmole and activities at the comth and Klingner Rds, Redcliffe on 12 July at 10.30am. munity centre onsite.

For a warm welcome, Christmas fare and entertain- Mr Mitchell initially ment come and join a friendly group of ladies. Com- traces around a full size bine fun and friendship with supporting disadvan- model and then phototaged children maximise their opportunities in the copies it down to get the education system through the Smith Family’s “Learn- half scale proportions, ing for Life” program. Contact Robyn on 3293 6003 to using saws, grinders, find out more about VIEW and book to join us for files, drills and a metal “Christmas lunch”. lathe to sculpt it into

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shape. He has created 43 one-off replicas over the years, with all the handles made out of Queensland walnut.

“There is a lot of problem solving involved in this hobby as you’re always trying to work out ways to overcome obstacles because there are so many fine pieces in the miniature replicas, but I enjoy the challenge. I had access to some military guns during my time with the Air Force and I also borrow ones from sporting clubs to trace them out. I used to find this kind of meticulous work quite frustrating when I was younger, but I love it now as I’ve got more patient over the years,” he said.

“Most of the gun replicas are from a kit and I haven’t come across too many in Australia that have been made from scratch as it takes patience. The steel ones can take from 100 to 300 hours to make and I only make one of each.

They are too dear to my heart to put on sale. I do sell some of my aluminium replicas though but there aren’t as many varieties and they are less functional. But steel is the authentic look,” said Mr Mitchell. Mr Mitchell began National Service

Training with the air force near Wagga Wagga in New South Wales in 1955, where he worked on aircraft ground maintenance

including the F-111 for the following 20 years.

Staff at the Queensland Baptist Care village are passionate about caring

for others and residents enjoy plenty of opportunities for socialising and activities in the friendly community centre onsite.

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SENIORS NEWS

Hibiscus Noosa Outlook residents model for a great cause

RESIDENTS from Lend Lease’s Hibiscus Noosa Outlook Retirement village recently had a fun filled afternoon of Fashion and Devonshire cream tea, all in the name of charity.

The event was held in the main hall raising $1,800 with all proceeds being donated to the Katie Rose Community Hospice.

The Katie Rose Community Hospice Ltd provides support care to terminally ill adults, children and their Carers living on the Sunshine Coast, from Gympie to Caloundra and surrounding districts.

Hibiscus Noosa Outlook resident and event organiser, Dorothy Lloyd

said residents and friends came together for a lovely afternoon of ‘fashions’.

“The clothes came from the Sunshine Coast Community Hospice’s Charity boutique in Tewantin. The models on the day were residents as well as volunteers and they all got to choose three gorgeous outfits.

“My two friends and I set up the main hall the day before the fashion parade, thinking that 70 seats would be plenty, to my surprise we had 112 turn up, it became standing room only and we ran out of scones!. “The models who are all in their 80’s looked fabulous, very glamorous and did a very good job.”

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They were happily “married” by the “Vicar of Dibley”, none other than Dorothy Lloyd herself.

Dorothy, who moved to Noosa Outlook after her husband passed away, said The Katie Rose Hospice is very dear to her

Times are a changing!

The crowd enjoyed the Fake Wedding

To help with the proceeds there was an $8 entry fee which included Devonshire tea as well as raffles including homemade jams, pickles

and bottles of wine. Some of the lovely ladies also baked cakes for the cake stall. The word of mouth event had visitors attending from the Noosa

War Widows, gardening club and friends of the residents.

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heart. The hospice provided a home-like place with wonderful support when her husband needed it the most.

“The successful afternoon was for a great cause, an absolutely magic day.”

WHO remembers when plum puddings were little plants that one could pull out of a garden and eat the roots?

Not a desert. I remember as a child, honey suckle flowers that would be in my Mother’s garden, I’d suck the juice out of the flower. Along with bubbling tar on the road on a hot summer’s day, kids would pop the little bubbles and eat the tar.

I remember when the toilet was an old drum with a seat and squares of newspaper had been cup up and hung on a nail behind the door. When the toilet was full the ‘Dunny’ man would come late at night and hoist the drum up on his shoulder and carry it away! But not before replacing it with an empty one. I remember going to a milk farm and watching cows being milked and then drinking the warm milk and having a white moustache from the thick delicious cream. Oh yes, we knew that milk didn’t come from the shop packed in its plastic bottle. As a kid, we would also pick up cow’s manure from paddocks to take home to fertilize our vegetable garden that was overflowing with spinach, tomatoes and herbs.

In those days even the neighbours grew their own ‘vegies’ and tomatoes tasted like tomatoes!

Or, how about knocking the chickens heads off with an axe (no buying

from Coles neatly packaged) and watching the chicken run around the back yard before ending up in the laundry tub having its feathers plucked and then served up for tea! How about dripping on bread or fresh cream and jam, baked rice puddings, crumbing one’s own cutlets. The list is endless, oh yes another time and another place times are a changing!

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SENIORS NEWS City Hall restoration UNTOUCHED since its initial construction between 1920 and 1930, Brisbane City Hall closed in January 2010 for repair works, restoration and upgrades in an effort to conserve and restore this iconic piece of historical infrastructure for future generations.

In April 2012, City Hall will re-open its doors with 12 function rooms and a number of successive building improvements which will notably include greater accessibility, disability services and sustainability initiatives

which combined will help City Hall achieve a Green Star rating in the category of public building.

I will be providing regular e-newsletter updates on the progress of the restoration ahead of the official re-opening anticipated in early 2013. To help spread the word, I encourage you to forward these updates onto all contacts in your address book in an effort to support the return of the peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s place.

The re-opening of City Hall will be marked for years to come, or at least,

your stories will be in 2059 - the year Brisbane celebrates its 200th birthday as the Capital of Queensland.

To mark the once in a lifetime occasion of the reopening City Hall, residents are being provided the opportunity to share their Brisbane stories.

Residents can create their own Brisbane 2012 postcard online about a hobby or interest, a local cause they are passionate about, a regular activity they enjoy doing in Brisbane, a story about their neighbourhood, or a

connection they have with City Hall.

Many residents have celebrated significant family events in City Hall such as citizenship ceremonies, dances, weddings, speech nights and even bid farewell when loved ones went off to war.

Prior to City Hall re-opening all stories submitted will be compiled into a book and placed in a time capsule within City Hall where they shall remain untouched until 2059.

Your colleagues, friends and family can also sign up for regular newsletters

via my website at www.angelaowentaylor.com.au.

Courtesy Councillor Angela Owen-Taylor, Deputy to Lord Mayor on City Hall Restoration

EDITORIAL DEADLINE Editorial copy is always welcome.

Deadline for the August edition of Brisbane Seniors Newspaper is July 25th, 2012

COTA Qld calls on State to broaden the Electricity Rebate Scheme COTA Queensland believes that everyone, regardless of age, health status, wealth or social status has a fundamental right to sustainable, ongoing, secure and affordable access to energy.

During the recent state election campaign, COTA Queensland called on both sides of politics to increase and broaden the Queensland Government Electricity Rebate Scheme.

Currently, the Electricity Rebate ($230 per year to households which meet certain eligibility criteria) is only available to holders of a Commonwealth Pensioner Concession Card, a Veterans Affairs Gold Card (War Widows or Totally and Permanently Incapacitated), or a Queensland Government Seniors Card.

Those who are living on a Low Income Health Care Card miss out completely, as do those seniors who do not meet the criteria for the Queensland Government Seniors Card.

COTA supports the QCOSS proposal to review electricity concessions for disadvantaged Queenslanders

APSL urges supermarket giants to offer discounts for pensioners THE APSL has requested that the Australian supermarket giants of Coles and Woolworths consider kicking back some of its profits to pensioners by offering a 10% discount.

Over recent years our research has conclusively revealed that pensioners are becoming more vulnerable within society as a result of the ever increasing charges that are associated with the cost of living and unfortunately government payments and assistance in terms of pension rebates and other concessions are nowhere in keeping pace with these ever rising costs. As a result of these increasing costs, particularly relating to basic necessities and essential utilities, our research shows that the health of many pensioners is now suffering due to the lack of a proper wholesome diet. This problem is being compounded due to the fact, (as you would understand) that pensioners, due to health problems and in many cases, just to stay alive are required to purchase multi medical prescriptions each month.

Due to this additional and consistent cost, many (thousands) of pensioners are forced to skip meals, reduce their calorie intake and exist on a very low substance diet, further damaging their already existing health problems.

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SENIORS NEWS Mt Gravatt Men’s Shed forms lutherie interest group

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by Dick Bennett

THE developing Mt Gravatt Men’s Shed recently called for expressions of interest from members on the formation of special interest and hobby groups to operate as part of the regular activities at the Shed.

A number of men expressed an interest in lutherie which is the craft of making and repairing string instruments. At the June social meeting of the Shed, Jay Bonaventura bought along a mandolin that he had made. The basic instrument took over 200 hours to make and is constructed of Ebony, South Australian Redgum and European Spruce. He gave the men present a demonstration by playing his mandolin.

Jay has been involved with lutherie for many years. Before he moved to Australia, he studied wood technology and also has a long term interest in furniture making. He said that there was a lot of beautiful timber from broken furniture in Australia that could be recycled and used in musical instrument making.

Ray Ward who has had a long term interest in lutherie has also made Celtic harps, bodhrans (Irish frame drums) and violins.

The Mt Gravatt Men’s Shed plan to have a number of special interest and

hobby groups operate from the temporary shed facility and continue once the new shed currently being built on land at the Mt Gravatt Showgrounds is completed later in the year. President of the Shed Brian Wheeler reminded the men present that it was up to the members to put forward suggestions of what they wanted to do at the Shed. If it could be done and the interest was there, it would be considered. The Shed is not just about wood working. It is about social interaction, learning new skills and development of hobbies that may also be of interest to other members.

At the next monthly social meeting of the Shed on Mon 2 July being held in the Mt Gravatt Showgrounds Community Hall, members have been asked to bring along examples of their hobbies and talk about them. Interest in forming other special interest groups may eventuate from this activity. On Mon 23 July, some Shed members and their partners will be attending a special Xmas in July lunch at COTAH, South Brisbane.

The Mt Gravatt Men’s shed operates two mornings a week from a temporary shed at the Mt Gravatt Showgrounds. All men are welcome to attend the monthly social meeting and find out what a men’s shed is all about. Contact Brian Wheeler on mobile 0435 699 693 or see website www.mt gravattmensshed.org.au

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Our experience, gentle mannerism and caring nature will make you feel safe in our hands.

Saturday and evening appointments are available for your convenience. Contact the friendly Mount Gravatt Dental team on 1300 287 328 to enquire.

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information? Contact the friendly Mount Gravatt Dental team on 1300 287 328 to enquire about your eligibility for the Enhanced Primary Care Scheme. Mount Gravatt Dental will be hosting a meet and greet morning tea July 14th from 11am – 1pm. Come and meet our Principal Dentists as well as the key members of the Mount Gravatt Dental team. Information packets will be given as well as a tour of the surgery so you know what to expect on your visit. The first 50 people

to register with Mt Gravatt Dental will receive a Free Oral Hygience Pack. Our Principal Dentist, Dr Alberto Bonilla can give you a free consultation to guide you on what steps to take to achieve good oral health. Come and join us for some tasty treats, laughs and good information.

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SENIORS NEWS Caboolture VIEW Club THE July monthly luncheon meeting of the Caboolture VIEW Club will be held on Thursday the 19th at the Caboolture RSL Club, Haskins Street commencing at 10.30 am and any interested ladies are invited to join us. Our guest speaker will be Dick Cijffers (Safers) From Journeys Worldwide speaking on â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Art of Travelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. At our lunL-R: Elizabeth Pritchard past National Councillor cheons you have the chance to be a winner of and Bub Heron Past National Vice President.

the lucky door or one of our raffle prizes, plus the opportunity to purchase a bargain at our Learning for Life trading table. All money raised goes to supporting the work of The Smith Family Learning for Life education programs for disadvantaged children.

On Wednesday 1 August our social outing will be a bus trip to Southbank for a 10.30 am Brisbane River Cruise which includes

morning tea. At 11.15 am we will stop off at Newstead House for a guided tour and lunch

before re-joining the cruise at 1.15 pm to return to Southbank arriving at 2 pm. If this is the sort of

organisation you would like to be a part of please phone Esther on 3888 2558.

Decorative Folk Artists Of Queensland.

ARE you interested in painting on canvas, wood, paper etc.? The Decorative Folk Artists of Queensland may be able to assist you. Please come along to our next workshop at 9 am on Saturday 7th July at the Arthur Scurr Room, Mt Gravatt Showgrounds (entry via Broadwater Road), where we will be painting a sea horse on canvas.

The workshop, called a Brush in a Rush, will commence at 9am and conclude at 3pm. Tea, coffee and a

sweet treat provided, but please bring your lunch and tea/coffee mug. A minimal cost for materials (excluding the canvas) and the class. The following meeting, at 10 am on the 4thAugust, will be our AGM where we will complete a small painting project, more info next month. If you require further information, please call 3286 4440 or email dfaqinc@gmail.com.

More information is available at our website http:// www.dfaq.com.au/ .

Centenary Evening VIEW Club

IT will be Christmas in July for the members of the Centenary Evening VIEW Club when they meet on Monday 9 July at 7:00pm at the Mount Ommaney Hotel Apartments. President Helen has promised that there will be a very festive tone to the evening. Members are asked to bring a gift to give to children through the Smith Family Christmas Appeal. The guest speaker for the evening is Vicki Tate who is keenly interested in many areas of postural alignment, health and well-being. She is owner and principal practitio-

ner at Body and Spine Align, Norman Park, where she has a private practice. She incorporates her training as a registered nurse, early childhood teacher and ortho-bionomy practitioner to design highly targeted and effective treatment plans for muscular skeletal and postural issues. She is the author of 10 Ways to Relieve Pain in Less Than 60 Minutes.For more information, contact Helen on 3279 4416. Visitors are very welcome and are advised to ring Helen before 12 noon on Thursday 5 July. The cost of the dinner is $34.

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Still Surfin’at 97 THE party at the Wynnum RSL was going well. The food was good and the conversation was all about computers.

Hardly surprising, given that the guests were club members of WROCCS Inc., the Wynnum Region Organised Computing Club for Seniors.

Somebody asked the guest-of- honour what he thought of the current operating system.

“Windows 7?”, Herb Collie replied with a chuckle.

“When I was a young fellow in my sixties, it was DOS”. “Back in those days we didn’t need gigabytes of memory to make things work, or even more gigabytes of disk space to store things!” “That old Commodore Colt of mine was state-of-the-art, with 640 megs of RAM, a 5 ¼” floppy and 40 meg hard drive.” Herb loves telling stories of his early computer experiences to anyone willing to listen.

Herb’s criticism of the current operating system was interrupted by the arrival of a very big and very colourful birthday cake. It was well matched to the occasion, the club’s oldest and very colourful member for his 97th birthday. A big year too for WROCCS, the tenth since its foundation in 2002, with Herb, one of the early members who saw a growing need by Seniors in the local community to share in the computer revolution with fellow Seniors, in non-threatening groups coached by fellow Seniors.

A retired Refrigeration Engineer and 60 year member of the AIM (Australian Institute of Management), Herb’s technical and management expertise is evident in the close working relationship with current WROCCS President, Lavina Scott. Lavina freely acknowledges the assistance and support she received from Herb, on her road from computer ignorance, to a point today, when she coaches fellow seniors in

Herb on his 97th Birthday

courses of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

With a membership of some 200 Seniors and a wellresourced base, WROCCS is attuned to current and developing interest in Tablets and Smart Phones. In addition to a wide variety of “regular’ Computer and Internet courses, workshops are now being offered on iPads, iPhones and Android Tablets and phones.

Contact details. Website: www.wroccs.org.au Email: wroccs@gmail.com Ph. 0411 806 154

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Annerley-Moorooka Senior Citizens Members enjoy morning tea before exploring the Ipswich Nature Centre

JUNE the12th, what a beautiful clear Winter’s day for a trip to Queens Park in Ipswich.

This is a popular venue with the Club.

Queens Park is not just a beautiful area but the animals in the Zoo certainly capture your interest. Morning Tea and Lunch were enjoyed at the Restaurant and by the photo you can see a few of

our members after enjoying Morning Tea and ready to go wandering along the well constructed paths to the Zoo. The bus trip to and from Ipswich is interesting as you see such changes in our new highways.

For any further information about the Club, please phone Colin Butler on (07) 3848 6371.

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SENIORS NEWS Aged care service seeking innovative ways to enhance residents’ wellbeing

Professor Janet McColl-Kennedy (The University of Queensland (UQ) Business School), Professor Nancy Pachana (UQ School of Psychology), Dr Liz Ferrier (UQ Business School), Dr Hannes Zacher (School of Psychology)

A BRISBANE aged care service is breaking new ground in an innovative wellbeing pilot project thanks to a partnership with The University of Queensland (UQ).

The pilot at Zion Lutheran Home consisting of five one hour sessions, conducted over a

two week period, with two groups of 10 participants recently kicked off to heighten the experiences of aged care residents. The UQ business school research project comprises five researchers from the schools of psychology and marketing observing two groups

of (volunteer) employees and residents with the purpose of understanding their day-to-day activities. The researchers will observe the roles, activities and interactions the aged care residents have with their service provider (the things or practices they actually do on a

regular basis) in order to create and design new interactive opportunities representing their interests. Customer value cocreation is a strategy which focuses on the client experience. The approach encourages moreactive involvement from clients by working together to create options that will result in a rich, valuable and personally meaningful experience.

Customer value co-creation in an aged care setting seeks to improve residents’ wellbeing by identifying their preferred roles, activities and interactions. Lutheran Community Care (LCC) Chief Executive Officer Jacqueline Kelly said she was delighted the organisation’s Nundah aged care service was participating in the pilot study. “The project will help us become increasingly person-centred fo-

NSA The Gap/Ashgrove Branch WELL the sun is shining, the days are lovely, the mornings cold! I have been repotting and pruning getting ready for the Spring weather when it comes! News from our Branch firstly ,celebrate with us at the Samford Valley Hotel on Friday 13th July. A lovely drive out into the valley and you know how good the food is at the ‘Pub’! Meet out there at 11.45am and the basic cost is only $18.00.

Just a whisper, it’s a Christmas in July event but I don’t guarantee snow.

Another Christmas in July a wonderful concert presented by the talented Students and supported by the great Staff from The Gap State High School. That event is on Saturday 21st of July com-

mencing at 1.00pm. It is always a wonderful afternoon’s entertainment. Thank you! The Gap High School. Something different Devonshire Tea at “Milk”.

The Ashgrove Members will know the location, a nice little eatery outside Woolworths in Ashgrove.

Meet at 9.45am, coast $10 for a delicious morning tea, a chat and then some shopping therapy perhaps. Mark this one down in you diary! Tuesday 21 August, our usual Meeting day, come along and listen to Mark Hawkins from Nova Gardens. He is just the most interesting and entertaining speaker around besides you will get great tips for your spring gardening efforts.

Be reminded it is AGM time. Don’t stay away,

come along to the July meeting on Tuesday 17th and make sure you approve and elect a suitable Committee to serve you through 2012/13. It’s up to you to keep your Branch performing well! Entertainer Geoff Cooper will lead in a little music and toe tapping rhythms just to relax everyone after the formalities. Then how about Lunch at the Gaythorne RSL just to round the day off. News Breaking we are planning a Fashion Parade on 16th October. Put it in the book. We expect every member to bring a friend more info later. The Members who are off to Yamba in August, we wish you a safe and enjoyable tou,r Doris has worked hard for this.If you have enquiries about any of these news

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UQ study will investigate how person-centred care can influence customer engagement and satisfaction. “The project will draw insights which could help shift aged care services away from focusing on function and tasks to creating a sense of wellness and wellbeing for the benefit of clients and staff,” she said.

“This is an important step forward in positioning LCC to respond to consumer directed care and the changing expectations of our clients.”

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ageing through this important research,” she said. UQ Business School Professor of Marketing Janet McColl-Kennedy said LCC was the first aged care service to be involved in customer cocreation. “The work we are about to start here is very exciting,” she said.

“This impactful research will provide practical outcomes to deliver clients the services they want in a way they value.”

“The pilot is funded by a UQ Collaboration and Industry Engagement Fund.” LCC Director of Care Directions and Continuous Improvement Kylie Congram said the

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SENIORS NEWS Enoggera & Districts Historical Society Inc.

IN mid-May we took part in Marchant Ward’s fair at Keith Payne Park in Stafford, doing what we do best, introducing the community to its local history and in the process meeting interesting people with stories to tellof Hickey’s dairy and of the Gibson family business that stood for a century or more on a site now occupied by Gibson Park and Stafford City. A month later we were pleased to be part of Mitchelton Picabeen’s 20th birthday celebration and to meet and talk with

other community groups.

In the process we were delighted to recruit two very high profile new members.

Our June issue of Enoggera & Districts Times shows that we had a busy three months and also includes the reminiscences of a former resident of Pickering Street who illustrated his memories with maps showing the businesses he recalls during the 40s and 50s.

Now we move on to July 21st and our open day at the historic nearly century old Enoggera Memo-

rial Hall, cnr Wardell and Trundle Streets (Refidex 139A10).

We are pleased to again be working with our colleagues from Queensland Family Society who will demonstrate how to compile a family tree, a popular activity that attract even more devotees as time goes by.

Also present will be the Davidson Grant Newmarket group who have compiled a history of the area between Davidson and Thurlow Streets and down to Enoggera Creek, history

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that goes back a long time. Bus trips of our historical area between Newmarket and Upper Kedron will leave the hall at intervals; it is necessary to book and pay ($10) for these in advance.

Prominent local historians will give talks and static displays will be in the hall between 9.30 and 4.30. There will be plenty of historical books and CD/DVDs for sale. Refreshments will be avail-

able. Come one come all and join in what will be a very interesting day.

Before that we will continue to open every Thursday between 9 and 1pm for all your research queries or for you just to come and see our fascinating collection of photographs and books.

We also open on the first Saturday of each month from 1-4pm.

To reach us drive via Pratt Street or Glenalva Terrace; catch buses on

routes 598, 599, 350, 361 and 390 or alight at Enoggera Station on the Ferny Grove line and walk for two or three minutes down towards the Samford/Wardell intersection, using the Trundle Street entrance.

Wheelchair access is available. We welcome visitors and new members and are happy to provide a guest speaker to address community groups on the history of our district or the study of local

history as a pursuit. Copies of our four publications Enoggera Heritage Walk, From Kedron Brook to Taylor Range Mitchy Picture Show and Heritage Trail davidson’s paddock (sic) can be purchased on site. For more information or to book seats on the abovementioned bus tour phone Dave 3366 3191, email edhs.secretary @gmail.com or write to Secretary EDHS Box 200 Alderley 4051.

Flood recovery support continues until year’s end IPSWICH residents and businesses affected by the January 2011 floods will continue to have access to an Ipswich City Council flood recovery assistance package until the end of the year.

Planning and Development Committee Chairperson Councillor Paul Tully said the cut-off date for accessing the package had been extended from June 30 until December 31.

“We’re extending the package again because there are still some people who have not completed the rebuilding process and as a result they have not been able to access this support from council,” Cr Tully said.

“To assist these people the package will now be further extended to the end of the current calendar year.”

Cr Tully said the package included a waiver of planning application fees for the reinstatement of existing building and land use activities within flood-affected areas and a 50 per cent reduction in fees for owners changing or expanding their activities.

“This flood recovery assistance package has been well received by the community with many businesses and property owners taking advantage of the service.

“There are, however, still a number of businesses and residences who have not fully recovered from the flood, mainly as they are awaiting advice from

their respective insurance companies or have been affected by the shortage of materials and tradesmen required to rebuild.

“This extension will help them to still be able to access the flood recovery package.”

Cr Tully said the flood had devastated many people across the city and as residents continue to re-build their homes and businesses, it was important for council to continue to help them through the application process. He said for commercial premises which had re-built exactly with no extensions, the owner did not have to submit a town planning development application or pay any fees.

“If the existing plumbing fittings are being replaced inside a house, no plumbing application is required, however, a licensed plumber is needed for installation.

“Plumbing approval is required if damaged pipes or drainage are being replaced, but no fee is charged.

“Approval is available through a fast-tracked, onsite inspection by a licensed plumber which can be organised with council.

“If a completely different house design is proposed, or significant extensions planned, residents may submit their plumbing application through a fast-track process and receive a 50 per cent discount on fees.

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THE next monthly meeting of the Newmarket VIEW Club will be at the Gaythorne R.S.L. on Tuesday, July 24th, 10.30 for 11.00 a.m. Our guest speaker is Lana Gishkariany, Executive Manager of Dress for Success - Brisbane, a notfor-profit organization which helps disadvantaged women obtain work by providing business clothing, and resume advice together with presentation and confidence building skills.

Cost of two course lunch is $25.00 with tea and coffee included.

Newmarket VIEW is a small, friendly club and we need new members! You will have a very enjoyable morning and we’d love to meet you. Bookings are essential for catering purposes so please contact Carol 3289 5030, Val 3857 1962 or Doreen 3355 5380 prior to Friday, July 20th for further information.

SENIORS NEWS Seniors geared up for a week of celebration

IPSWICH seniors can enjoy a week of free and low-cost activities across the city as part of this year’s Seniors Week celebrations. Youth and Seniors Committee Chairperson Councillor Sheila Ireland said this year’s Seniors Week would run from August 18 to 26 and the city would host a range of fun events and activities. “Seniors Week recognises the valuable contribution seniors all over Australia make to our community and Ipswich City Council is proud to be part of these festivities,” Cr Ireland said. “Ipswich is home to many wonderful senior citizens who play an important role in shaping our great city and Senior’s Week is our chance to support and promote the positive attitudes towards older people and ageing.”

Cr Ireland said Council had worked in partnership with various groups to present and support a range of events to encourage inclusion and participation of local seniors.

“Council is committed to

enhancing the quality of life of our older citizens and we support their value as important and contributing members of our community,” she said. Events planned are: Seniors Week Variety Day - This free fun filled day will launch Seniors Week celebrations in Ipswich. The Variety Day will feature the finale of the Seniors Showcase auditions, as well as the Seniors Expo with more than 40 stallholders. Date: Monday, August 20 2012 - Time: 10am to 1pm; Location: Ipswich Showgrounds, Corner Warwick and Salisbury Roads, Ipswich.

Marburg Seniors Week Celebrations Hosted by the Marburg Residents Association in partnership with Council, this event will feature free morning tea and lunch, Tai Chi, live entertainment, competitions, prizes and information stalls for seniors in Marburg. Date: Wednesday, August 22 2012 Time: 9.30am to 1.30pm, Location: Marburg Residents Hall, Corner Queen and Edmond

Streets, Marburg Camira Bush Dance Enjoy a day of bush dancing called by Cr David Morrison, live entertainment and raffles at the Camira Bush Dance, organised by the Progressive Seniors, Camira Friends and Neighbours, Oasis Over 50s and the Springfield Leisure Group. Entry is $2. Date: Thursday, August 23 2012 - Time: 10am to 1pm, Location: The Springlake Hotel, 1/ 1 Springfield Lakes Blvd, Springfield Lakes Seniors Cinema Day Ipswich seniors will be treated to a cheap day at the movies sponsored

by Ipswich City Council and Event Cinemas, with free snacks and giveaways. Date: Friday, August 24 2012 - Time: 9.30am to 12pm, Location: Event Cinemas, Ipswich Mall Gailes Family Breakfast Barbecue. Gailes Community House will provide a free barbecue breakfast following the success of the last two year’s events. Seniors can also take part in some line dancing, Tai Chi session or enjoy the

animal farm. Date: Saturday, August 25 2012 - Time: 9am to 12pm, Location: Lowry Park, Corner Connell and Ashworth Streets, Gailes Safer Seniors Program Workshop. Learn about protecting seniors and preventing the opportunity for crime against themselves and their property at this workshop delivered in partnership with Ipswich Community Aid. Date: Monday, August 27 2012 - Time: 9am to 12.30pm, Location: Anzac Hall, Mill Street, Rosewood.

Cyber Surfing Seniors Build your confidence and learn tools to use the internet without falling victim to online scams with this free workshop. Upon completion of the session, seniors will receive a free USB which are specifically formatted for seniors and uploaded with important phone numbers and information. Date: Thurs, August 30 2012 Time: 9.30am to 11.30am.

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Star of the Sea Child Care Centre stars for koalas FORTY children, parents and teachers from the Star of the Sea Child Care Centre in Cleveland celebrated their winning entry in the 2012 Koala Fun Run school competition this week.

Apart from their strong team participation in the Koala Fun Run, the children ranging from child care age to early primary, helped develop koala themed arts and crafts and raised money for much needed koala baby formula.

Kenny Mizzi, Residential Projects Manager from Koala Fun Run sponsors Energex, presented the Star of the Sea Child Care Centre, with a cheque for $1,500 in recognition of their efforts.

Redland City Deputy Mayor Councillor Alan Beard also presented the Centre with a $200 sporting goods shopping voucher on behalf of Council and special certificates for the children and fun run participants.

A highlight of the Fun Run school presentation was the appearance of Commonwealth Games gold medal gymnast and Koala Fun Run

Ambassador, Thomas Pichler who made the time to attend, before heading to London in support of the 2012 Olympic Games team. Thomas handed around his Commonwealth gold medal to the delight of the children who apart from their winning care for the Redlands koalas, demonstrated the other Koala Fun Run theme of

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SENIORS NEWS Retirement Living gets a whole lot better!

RETIREMENT living isn’t what it used to be. Increasingly active retirees are no longer looking to simply ‘retire from life’, but rather are looking to reinvigorate their lives with increased independence, new friendships, freedom and abundant choices.

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have been refining what it means to live well in retirements.

Aveo recognise the need for an inclusive retirement lifestyle and have begun a brand new stage of development at their Aveo Durack Village.

The first two villas have recently opened for inspection, with the final stage of this development

to be completed by the end of August.

The new development includes architecturally designed two bedroom, two bathroom homes. What’s more is that the community lifestyle at Aveo Durack gives residents the chance to retire amongst like-minded people, feel connected to the community, or simply

Centenary Memorial Gardens Locally owned and operated Serving the families of Ipswich and Brisbane since 2001

Inurnment Gardens We offer a variety of settings for the memorialisation of your loved ones ashes in a park like setting of peace and tranquillity Sites along the avenue provide sweeping views of the hills that make our grounds unique. Also available are sites in the secret garden, the garden of serenity, lake side beds and rockery as well as the monumental section.

Single sites can be pre-purchased (from $1280) to avoid future price increases. Family estates are also available.

We provide Cremation services for all the respected funeral directors in Ipswich

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know that there is support available should they need it.At Aveo Durack you get a brand new home, as well as complete access to facilities, including two outdoor swimming pools, an in-

door hydrotherapy pool, tennis courts, croquet lawn and a bowls green.Residents can access the many convenient services located at the village, including a hair salon, pharmacy, Com-

monwealth bank agent and a medical centre.The Village is situated within 25 hectares of tranquil gardens and is close to public transport and shops.Aveo Durack and its superb lifestyle, unri-

valled village amenities and stunning new villas are open to inspect Saturdays between 12pm and 1pm, or call 13 28 36 to book a time to inspect.

Aveo Durack, 356 Blunder Road, Durack Q 4077.

Go easier, go safer with Yellow Cabs WHEN the Yellow Cab Company began operations in Brisbane back in 1924, its objective was to build a business based on first class customer service.

In the early days, taxis were its sole endeavour. For its first modest fleet, the company ran the very latest A2 Broughams especially designed for passenger service, with prototypes first seeing service on the streets of Chicago in 1915.

They were quickly named “Mustard pots” because of their distinctive yellow colour. It was widely acknowledged that these wooden bodied, Continentalengine powered A2’s were, in their day, the absolute height of urban transport efficiency.

Now, in a new century, almost every facet of the Yellow Cab Company has undergone total revolution.

Today, the Yellow Cab fleet has grown to more than

1000 vehicles in Brisbane, comprising a pool of Maxi Taxis, Silver Service, People Movers and Sedans.

The latest innovation for cab travel is a multi–million dollar roll-out of a new state-of-the-art data system designed to make taxi travel easier for consumers and drivers.

Yellow Cabs prides itself on consistently delivering the latest in advance technology to ensure faster pickup times, more direct routes, increased accountability, tighter security, identification of hail passengers, SMS on approach for booked taxis (when you book your Yellow Cab with your mobile phone you will be notified by Message On Approach via SMS when the cab is approaching your pick-up address) and Android app and iphone app available for download.

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Where seniors are special AS adventurers, seniors set a great example. Judging by the numbers of our older citizens who travel to all parts of the globe, we can rest assured the next generation (and the grand children) have a generous array of role models. We at Crown Currency want to acknowledge their intrepid spirits and say thank you for the example you set. Crown Currency Exchange in Aspley, Toowong, Indooroopilly and Carindale are delighted to be able to assist many of you with a ready supply of foreign currency, all at a great rate and without any fee or commission added.

Occasionally, in the aftermath of the global financial crisis, in a world where the currency fluctuates a little more than it did prior to the upset, we have a run in

demand for, say, USD. We usually restock overnight but it’s always a good idea to ring to see if we are holding enough for your needs. Cash is still the cheapest way to travel.

Travel insurance is also a vital component of overseas travel. Crown offers a great package of travel insurance and can issue a policy, on-line for all seniors. Senior consultant, Frank Tieppo, says, “More and more seniors are enjoying the 20% discount we offer on all travel insurance.” He also reports stories of “fine print” exclusions thwarting claims where the premiums offered on television attract people who do not read all the conditions, in small print. For more information call our Aspley store on 3263 3088.

SENIORS NEWS Wellington Point Seniors

Brendale Evening VIEW Club LADIES, are you interested in the three F’s – friendship, fun, fundraising? Why not come along to our dinner meeting as a visitor to see if VIEW is for you?

We meet on the third Tuesday of the month and our next meeting is Tuesday, 17th July, 6.30pm for 7pm start at Aspley Hornets Football Club, 50 Graham Road, Carseldine. Our guest speaker Ann will be talking to us about genetic family tree information on the internet. We enjoy a 2 course meal, raffles and lucky door

prize on the night, plus lots of fun and friendship.

We are a valued part of The Smith Family, which is a children’s charity helping disadvantaged Australian children to get the most out of their education, so they can create better futures for themselves. Our funds raised support 7 students on The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program.

So, do come along, we’d love to meet you. Please contact Lyall on 3863 0737 for further details and booking.

U3A Pine Rivers Inc Club members enjoyed a picnic at the Point

WE play social bowls in the Community Hall, Birkdale Road, Wellington Point. Games start at 9am on Saturdays and 12.45pm on Tuesdays. New members are always welcome.

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September is Festival time in Brisbane!

THE U3A Pine Rivers Inc is holding its Monthly Meet and Greet with a special flavour on Friday 20th July at Pat visited our club; they enjoyed the company so Bray Hall Petrie on the corner of much they spent each Tuesday and Saturday with us Cooke & O’Loan Streets, opposite while they were here. It was nice to welcome them. the ambulance station. This month For more details, please phone Edith on 3390 3196 or we are holding a Mini live Expo of Madge on 3824 6160.

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SENIORS NEWS Brisbane Seniors Online demonstrate remote computer access

by Dick Bennett BRISBANE Seniors Online (BSOL) is a voluntary organisation that helps seniors and people over 50 how to get the best out of their computer.

A number of regular training sessions are now being held includingon using remote computer access. This allows mentors to assist learners with computer problems by mentors being able to access learner’s computers from another location.

Whilst BSOL usually offers one-on-one training in your own home and in some areas of Brisbane, small classes as well, for seniors residing in the City and near CBD locations, we are looking for more learners for one-onone computer training being held in our BSOL Central Training facility in George Street, City. Currently there is no waiting list for new learners to attend training at this facil-

BSOL mentors Brian Korner and Michel Le Riche prepare a training session on remote computer access- pic by Dick Bennett

ity. However, voluntary mentors are required to accommodate the influx of new learners in the many suburban areas of Brisbane.

Learners are also sought for some of the Bayside area. Whilst a formal curriculum exists, this is flexible enough to allow learners to acquire knowledge of what they want to know and training takes into consideration the level of existing skills that learners possess. Topics such as the operating system, internet security, email and basic word processing are part of the basic curriculum.

Many seniors like to remain in their home but as a result, can suffer social isolation. BSOL can show learners how technology such as email, Skype and instant messaging can

keep them in touch with family and friends. In addition, computers can be fun. There are many challenging computer games that seniors can learn to play and enjoy.

Once learners have some degree of confidence, they are welcome to attend additional advanced training and workshops on topics such as digital photography, video making and editing, office applications and using other specialised programs.

BSOL would also like to encourage learners as they become more confident that they consider becoming volunteer mentors and offer something back to fellow seniors.

Many seniors enjoy receiving training provided by other seniors. Learners also gain a great deal of satisfaction when they

are able to undertake computer tasks that in the past they have seen their grandchildren undertaking with ease and now can do similar and talk to them about computer matters.

The annual membership fee is $40 with a one-off $20 joining fee. This allows learners to receive approximately 12 x 1 hour one-on-one lessons(or equivalent where classes are offered) and receive on-going support for the balance of their membership year.

This also entitles the learner to attend advanced training in the City and other locations on a comprehensive range of applications and programs. For more information, contact the BSOL city office on 3210 6983 (10am-3pm Mon to Fri) or see www.bsol.asn.au

Mitchelton & Districts Garden Club AT the meeting of the Mitchelton and Districts Garden Club Inc. at the Enoggera Memorial Hall on 2nd August, the guest speaker will be Dorothy Tyrell who is the 2012 Ambassador for the Queensland Council of Garden Clubs.

The topic of her talk is “Our Garden”.

She and her husband share the joy of gardening the usual way and also aquaponics. Aquaponics is a combination of aquaculture and hydroponics. In a big fibreglass fish tank (about 11,000 litres) filled with fresh tank water, they have aquatic creatures and plants. Raised on Besser blocks there are growbeds – large containers filled with gravel. In these containers they grow their vegetables. Water is pumped from the big tank, circulated through the gravel beds, then drained back to the tank. The vegetable plants are nourished this way and there’s no need for the use of fertilizers or sprays. In fact, these would be disastrous for the system. We all know fish need clean oxygenated water to survive and plants need water, sunshine, carbon dioxide, oxygen and nutrients, so the amalgamation of the two, creates a balanced mini ecosystem. The fish provide the nutrients for the vegetables and the vegetables clean the water for the fish.

Occasionally topping up the tank with more tank water is needed and Dorothy and her husband have to keep an eye on the pH and ammonia levels or add

supplements of iron and potassium when necessary. Jade Perch in all stages of growth live in the tank. Quite large ones are caught and cooked, so besides all kinds of vegetables for the table, protein products are provided as well.

Dorothy visited the M.D.G.C. meeting in May. She showed a photo of a large quilt made from squares with embroidery depicting the emblems of all the clubs affiliated with the Q.C.G.C. There were well over 100 squares in the quilt which was a work of art. (This quilt was a project of the 2011 ambassador and is now in the care of the President, Noel Prior). She also had the Q.C.G.C. perpetual trophy which was shaped a bit like the America’s Cup for yachting, to show the club members. Dorothy said she is the daughter of a farmer; she married a farmer; and this year being the Year of the Farmer; we should make every effort to support the people who provide our primary food products.

The Garden Club meeting commences at 9.45 a.m. with morning tea and the hall is situated at the corner of Wardell and Trundle Streets, Enoggera. It is quite close to public transport and wheel - chair friendly. Visitors and new members are most welcome. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month.

For more information, please phone the president, Pat on 3356 1256.

SENIORS NEWS Rewarding Experience in Cambodia

Valuable heirloom or dust collector? holding an Antique and Collectable Assessment Day on Saturday 21 July from 9.00am to 4.00pm.

The day will be held in the church hall, 5 Nerang River Drive Nerang. Community members are invited to bring hand carried items from your home to be assessed for $5 for one or two items. Well known auctioneer and collector Lionel Evans assisted by Jill Pickering will be the assessors.

Come and find out if that THE next monthly meet- old cup & saucer or ing of the Probus Club of vase from Great Aunty Jindalee will be on Tuesday 10 July. Meetings are held at the Jindalee Golf Club following morning tea at 10.05 am.

The guest speaker will be Gordon Hanley giving us an insight into his painting with silver and gold.

The outing for July will be a trip to Warwick to view the jumpers on the trees as part of the “Jumpers and Jazz” festival. The trip will include morning tea and lunch as well as some scenic touring.

For more information ring Neville Ph. 33761824.

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Dorothy Howse at work in Cambodia

CENTENARY Evening VIEW Club members recently learned about volunteer teaching in Cambodia. Their guest speaker for June was Dorothy Howse who, after retiring from permanent employment, embarked on a three month volunteering adventure at Siem Reap,Cambodia. She did this work through Learn4Life Cambodia (www.learn4lifecambodia.com), a grassroots non-profit organisation that serves the people of Cambodia by providing quality education at a price affordable to low-income earners. This organisation currently has two schools which provide daily English lessons by native English speakers for up to 800 students. The students are from 16-35 years of age and attend the school to improve their English. They are either from school, university or the workforce. A number of monks also attend. Cambodians value the ability to speak English for many reasons, but especially, as it enhances their employ-

ment prospects in the developing tourist industry. Two million tourists a year come to Siem Reap to see Angkor Wat and the other temples. Through her volunteer work with the organisation, Dorothy Howse was able to immerse herself in Cambodian culture. She is keen to repeat the experience as she found the students to be enthusiastic learners. The believes that there is a need to develop reading materials which are tailored to meet the needs of Cambodian students. British or American texts are of little relevance when the students have no knowledge of these countries or of personalities such as Tom Cruise and Madonna.

Young Cambodians are not even aware of the upcoming Olympics. The Centenary Evening VIEW Club holds monthly dinner meetings at the Mount Ommaney Hotel Apartments and ladies of all ages are welcome. For more information, contact Helen 3279 4416 or Julie 3376 5814.

Betty is something you should hold onto or give to the Op shop!

If you are interested in having a stall compatible with the theme of the day, spaces are available.

Contact Ian Gower by 28 June 2012.

A display of collectable bears and toy cars will be featured as well as market stalls, face painting, BBQ, plants, bric a brac, homemade goodies and light refreshments.

A guessing competition will be held and a

painting activity for children. Free admission to church grounds, car parking available.

Buskers will also perform.

Living Rivers Op Shop will be on hand a huge sale of collectables and vintage gear, your chance to find a bargain!

Remember hand held items only, maybe great grand dads watch & chain, a ring or some other jewellery, a curiosity that has been in your family for years or that old something from out in the shed!

Calamvale resident celebrates milestone birthday

EARLIER this month, Calamvale resident Stella Lutvey celebrated her birthday for the 103rd time in the company of family, friends and fellow Raffin Place residents.

Councillor for Parkinson Ward, Angela Owen-Taylor, attended the celebration presenting Stella with two commemorative certificates in her capacity as local Councillor and on behalf of Brisbane Lord Mayor Graham Quirk.

Also in attendance was newly elected State Member for Stretton, Freya Ostapovitch MP who also presented Stella with a letter of well wishes.

“In what is not an every day scenario, it was a pleasure to participate in the celebration of such a significant milestone”, Cr Owen-Taylor said.

“For almost eighty years Stella has called Brisbane home and since 2007 has resided at Raffin Place where she is an integral part of the resident community.

“On behalf of the residents of Parkinson Ward, I wish Stella a happy and healthy year ahead.”

To mark milestone birthdays and anniversaries, phone the Parkinson Ward Office on 3131 7022 to find out when and how.

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SENIORS NEWS Redcliffe City Mixed Probus Club on tour to Goomeri Pumpkin Festival On a crisp autumn morning, 49 Probians boarded “Brian’s Coach” for the 3 hour journey to Goomeri, with a Morning-tea break

held just outside Gympie.

We were off to the 16th Annual Pumpkin Festival, which was originally held in an attempt to inject

some sorely needed funds into a failing country town. A few dozen folks attended the very first Festival and last week

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race down the hill. The Baillies wish to convey their appreciation of the welcome acceptance of “Lara”, their special

puppy (Guide Dog in training), who was a model passenger as was everyone else. A great day was enjoyed by all.

Australia to create world’s largest marine parks AUSTRALIA has announced plans to create the world’s largest network of marine parks to protect ocean life, with limits placed on fishing and oil and gas exploration off the coast.

The new reserves would cover 3.1 million square kilometres (1.9 million square miles), or more than one-third of Australian waters, taking in significant breeding and feeding grounds.

The announcement, after years of planning and consultation, came ahead of the Rio+20 Conference on Sustainable Development in Brazil, which Environment Minister Tony Burke and Prime Minister Julia Gillard will attend.

“It’s time for the world to turn a corner on protection of our oceans,” Burke said in the lead-up to the conference, which marks the 20th anniversary of the Earth Summit that declared the environment a priority.

“And Australia today is leading that next step,” he added.

“This new network of marine reserves will help ensure that Australia’s diverse marine environment, and the life it supports, remain healthy, productive and resilient for future generations.”

The network will boost the number of reserves from 27 to 60, expanding protection of creatures such as the blue whale, green turtle, critically endan-

gered populations of grey nurse sharks, and dugongs.

While some limits will be placed on energy companies, tracts of coast off Western Australia, where Shell and Woodside Petroleum recently won exploration permits, will still be open to oil and gas exploration.

Commercial fishing businesses will be hit hard, and are likely to receive millions of dollars in compensation.

“Over the coming months, the government will consult the fishing industry and fisheries management agencies on the design and implementation of a fisheries adjustment assistance package,” said Burke. While the Australian Conservation Foundation welcomed the initiative, calling it “a historic achievement”, it was concerned that some areas remained under threat from the resources boom.

“Although the reserve network bans oil and gas exploration in the Coral Sea, the north west region has been left vulnerable to these threats,” said chief executive Don Henry.

“We will continue to work with governments, the community and other stakeholders to improve protection for areas that have not got the protection they need.”

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Ipswch residents making healthy, active choices

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On arriving everyone made a mad dash to the produce stalls for homegrown fruit and veg. to stash on the bus before making our way to the town centre which was alive and jumping.

There were stalls everywhere selling Wine, Cheese, Clothing, Jewellery, Leather Goods and the famous Pumpkin Pies. Musicians were busking, as Jazz Bands and Singers kept everyone entertained.

600 Pumpkins were sold for the GREAT RACE with our own Geoff Joyner bravely entering his speedy pumpkin for the

THE Healthy Active People In (HAPI) Ipswich Project is proving to be a great success seven months on from its launch, with more than 325 residents taking part in physical activities and eating healthily.

Health and Community Safety Committee Chairperson Councillor Andrew Antoniolli said given the program’s success, further community events, programs and classes would start soon.

The HAPI Ipswich Project is run in conjunction with four major partners including Jamie’s Ministry of Food, the Ipswich Hospital Foundation, Heart Foundation HeartMoves and Austcycle.

“Already we’ve had 75 HAPI Ipswich participants complete Jamie’s Ministry of Food course to learn how to cook healthy meals and encourage healthier lifestyle choices,” Cr Antoniolli said.

“Another 80 participants take part in weekly HeartMove sessions, including a group of residents from The Springs independent living village at Silkstone, who host two sessions a week.

“The program is aimed at residents who aren’t currently in the paid workforce and the great level of participation we’ve had already is proof residents are willing to make a change and improve their quality of life.”

Cr Antoniolli said the HAPI Ipswich project was about helping address Australia’s overweight and obesity concerns.

“We received a lot of interest in the HAPI Ipswich Project during the Ipswich Show, and we’ll be hosting more community events to help our residents battle the bulge and make healthy choices,” he said.

“More trainers will be up skilled to provide even more HeartMove classes around the community and AustCycle classes will start once the trainers complete their assessment.”

The two year program by Ipswich City Council was launched in November 2011 after receiving $703,607 from the Federal Government to deliver effective community-based physical activity and healthy eating programs.

SENIORS NEWS Browns Plains National Seniors

Kerrin and David Frey dressed for the visit the Clydesdale Horse Farm at Woodford.

OUR May coach trip was well received by our members. We had a great dat at the Clydesdale Horse Farm, being entertained by host Harry and his lovely wife and seeing demonstrations of the work these wonderful animals perform. The little shetland ponies were miniatures against the huge horses.

A delicious lunch was served at Jallas Cafe in Woodford afterwards. In June we were entertained by Morning Melodies featuring the theme of Michael Buble at Twin Towns Services Club. In July we will visit Boonah Bowls Club where a Christmas in July Buffet will be enjoyed by members. We welcomed 4 new

members last month. It is good to see our membership growing again.

At our June meeting we presented 2 cheques from the sale of our recipe book to two charities: Greenbank Rural Fire Brigade and T.L.C. who support Cancer Research. Two previous cheques were presented to Royal Flying Doctor Service and Angel Flight. We are planning a coach trip to Stanthorpe in September for an all up cost of $388 for three days. Members are looking forward to the trip. We look forward to seeing you at our monthly meetings at Green-Bank R.S.L. For further information, contact Bev on 3809 0697 or 0402 094 887.

Carina Senior Citizens COME along and visit us at our Centre at 1 Edmond Street, Carina any morning of the week if you need company and a lot of fun and friendship. We have a wide range of activities which cover most interests.

Monday: Cards, Concerts and Painting. Every 4th or 5th Monday we have a bus trip to various places of interest. These are popular and we ask for definite bookings and payment a fortnight ahead please. Tuesday: Indoor Bowls and Bridge.

Wednesday: Creative Stitching. Thursday: Darts, Creative Stitching and Indoor Bowls. Friday:

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Saturday: Cards.

We also have a fully stocked library. Activities are from $3 to $4 per session. Bus trips and special functions are costed separately.

Our annual membership fee is $3 and our year runs from 1st April to 31st March.

Extra information may be obtained by phoning the Centre on 3395 4636 any morning except Wednesday or 3390 6039

An Irish afternoon tea COME and enjoy an Irish afternoon tea with great Irish singing and Irish dancers. A yummy apple pie and cream afternoon tea with be served on Saturday, 28 July at 1pm at â&#x20AC;&#x153;12 Apostlesâ&#x20AC;? Jindalee Catholic Church Hall, 111 Yalambee Road, Jindalee.

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For further information phone Ellenie on 0413 760 012 or 3376 5730; Mary on 3278 7889 or email: peterellenie16@gmail.com.

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Discover the diversity of Mayor’s Merry Melodies series 16 to commence MERRY Melodies series 16 is set to entertain audiences with a range of quality acts in the coming months. To start the series off on Tuesday 31 July, Simon Gallaher will present his new show, Secret Love.

Secret Love features classic love songs and torch songs from the past 50 years, which coincides with his new album of the same title.

From the title song, to an affair to remember; love is a many splendored thing; to classics by Burt Bacharach; Neil Sedaka; & Roy Orbison, Simon’s new show promises his usual style and polish, glorious singing and fun presentation. Gallaher is such a favourite with this audience. Queensland’s own great entertainer returns to the concert stage in his first solo show in half a decade.

The other productions that will complete the series include Babes, Bullets and Broadway, Keith Potger, Forever Everly and The Beggars Australian Songbook.

Tickets can be purchased per show or you can purchase tickets for the entire series. All performances are held on a Tuesday at 11am, we offer seats in the balcony area and floor tickets. Floor ticket prices include morning tea from 10.30am thirty minutes prior to the performance.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.loganentertainmentcentre.com.au or from our LEC Box Office on 07 3412 5626 or in person at 170 Wembley Road, Logan Central. The LEC box office is open Monday to Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm.

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Time to volunteer?

LOGAN Area Committee on the Ageing Inc (LACOTA) need your help. They run a Community Visitors Scheme for Older People which links volunteers to visit socially isolated people in Aged Care facilities. There is always a great demand for volun-

teers from various walks of life and ethnical backgrounds to meet the demand in various nursing homes.

All that is required is that you visit for one and a half hours once a fortnight. Call 3290 0088 if you are interested.

Logan Community Visitors Scheme

THE Community Visitors Scheme is a pro-active volunteer initiative envisaged to address the increasing social isolation and loneliness of older people that is of concern in our society.

People are living longer and all too often they need to enter an aged care home away from their family members, meaning they are frequently left with nobody to visit them.

Although occasionally they do have visitors this may not be enough to provide them with the social interaction they need.

The Community Visitors Scheme invites and supports volunteer visitors to fill that gap by befriend-

ing people in nursing homes in order to provide friendship and muchneeded contact with the wider community.

Just one visit a fortnight can greatly enhance a person’s life.

The visit can be simply for a chat and a laugh, a game or an outing, but whatever it is the visitor can be assured the resident will look forward to seeing their ‘friend’ on a regular basis.

As all volunteers recognise, volunteering is very much a two-way street and this type of role is satisfying and ultimately rewarding to both participants.

The Logan Community

Visitors Scheme (CVS) is Helen (07) 3808 7233 or looking for women and email: men who have an empa- helen@logancvs.org.au. thy with older people and have a small amount of time on their hands to commit to helping these lonely residents.

Logan CVS will complete all the necessary paperwork for screening and Police Criminal History application.

The CVS will provide ongoing support and training as needed for you as a volunteer visitor to work with the Aged Care homes so that you are appropriately matched with a resident and a monitor to assist you in this vital social role.

If interested please call

The Village Cafe Beenleigh Historical Village - 199 Main Street, Beenleigh Take a seat at the Village Cafe situated in the old railway station from 1885

Enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch, morning tea or afternoon tea.

Freshly baked scones with jam & cream with a cup of tea or coffee

Bring your family and friends and enjoy a fun-filled, educational day at the Beenleigh Historical Village & Museum.

The café features a spacious deck with easy access for wheelchairs.

Enquiries and bookings please phone 3287 2939

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Underwood Marketplace makes shopping a breeze AIR-conditioned, with everything on one level and undercover, superb parking right at the front entrance and all the amenities you could need we’re talking here about Underwood Marketplace, the place where shopping, especially for seniors, is a breeze.

With so many retirement complexes in the vicinity, it helps that there is a wonderful medical centre and a nearby chemist who is prepared to accept phone or email requests to fill prescriptions on their computer system so there is no waiting.

The pharmacist will also do up Webster Packs to save on the costs of packaging.

The centre management also provides a wheelchair if needed, simply phone ahead to have someone meet you with the chair.

Seniors are particular and they want good service, affordable shopping and enjoyment, which often

comes in the form of scrumptious morning teas.

No worries there, with a choice of The Coffee Club, Gloria Jean’s, Michel’s Patisserie, Donut King and a lovely variety of food in the Food Court.

Good service? No need to travel far when two of Australia’s biggest banks, ANZ and Commonwealth are located in the centre and what the centre management promises is “the world’s best carwash” will take over the job of cleaning your jalopy while you take your time over your coffee and cake.

And affordable. Some of the retailers have permanent seniors’ discounts, Choice is handy for $2 shopping, and the fruit and veg store is top of its class.

Which leaves more enjoyment to come. Fashion maybe. Noni B and Big W cater really well for mature tastes and so does Baretrap for footwear.

The place for all your needs is Underwood Marketplace, on the corner of Beenleigh and Logan Rds, which provides comfortable shopping in all weathers.

In the near future the centre management is looking at boosting the entertainment factor such as inviting school groups to come in and perform on an occasional basis.

They would love some feedback on what shoppers, especially senior shoppers, think about this idea.

Healthier Lifestyle challenge kicks of in July THE Healthy Logan Program offers locals free fun activities towards developing a healthier and happier lifestyle.

The next round of courses start July 13 through to August 3 so join up and keep warm. First up, on your bike!

AustCycle is a four-week program providing cycle training for all ages and abilities. Meet at at Logan PCYC Jacaranda Ave on Fridays 8-11am. Ph 3442 1700.

Wherever you live, there is bound to be a walking group nearby. Woodridge Wanderers walk indoors at Logan Central Plaza Mondays-Fridays from 7am.

Outdoor walking groups are at Daisy Hill 1 0408 181 050 and Daisy Hill 2 3208 1750, Shailer Park 0403 702 752, Loganlea 0412 954 233, MamaFIT mums and bubs group 0422 235 457, Rochedale Go-Getters 0422 445 130, Rochedale South Tagalong Walkers 3341 5813.

Beat It is an innovative tailored exercise and lifestyle management program designed to assist those at risk of diabetes or other chronic diseases.

Each class includes a combination of aerobic and resistance exercises.

Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays 11am12.30pm at Logan Metro Indoor Sports Centre, 357 Browns Pains Rd Crestmead. Ph 3089 5500.

If you want to walk in the great outdoors, then Logan and Beaudesert Bushwalkers would like to hear from you on 3208 6420. They walk most Saturdays and Sundays.

The first two bushwalks are free, then a small membership fee applies.

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Gala 100th Anniversary Dinner

residents of the area in 1907 the School opened for students in July 1912 before this Students travelled to Slacks Creek and Waterford State Schools. The original one Teacher one roomed

School with verandas front and back it was situated on the hill behind Laughlin Street in Kingston and the entrance directly across Kingston-Waterford Rd from Gould Adams Park this park was used as the sports oval for the old School. The School was moved in the 1970’s to the present site in Juers Street, Kingston.

The site of the old School then became part of the quarry as it still is

insight into schooling today for all. We are asking any Ex-Students, Teachers and Parents of the old and the present Kingston State Primary School if they are interested in any of the Celebrations to contact the Kingston State Primary School for information Ph 3827 6222 as some tickets are still available for the Dinner.

The day after the Gala Anniversary Dinner on 15th July the ‘Butter

Factory Museum’ on Milky Way at Kingston next to the Railway Station will be holding an Open Day with more celebrations and you can come and meet up with old school friends and neighbours from the Kingston area and do a trip down memory lane inside the Museum with the display they have created for the 100th Centenary Anniversary of Kingston State Primary School.

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today. To celebrate the 100th Centenary of Kingston State Primary School a Gala 100th Anniversary Dinner is being held at the Logan Entertainment Centre, Wembley Road, Logan Central on 14th July 6.30pm – 10.30pm 3 Course Meal $60.00 Per Person. There will be Guest Speakers and entertainment and it will be a memorable night for all who attend.

While preparing for the Celebrations the School has been seeking to find as many Ex-Students, Teachers and Parents as far back as possible and so the School has been hosting a Morning Tea each month for the last three months for ExStudents, Teachers and Parents to catch up with old School Friends and Teachers these mornings have been hosted

by Mike Sawbridge the Principle he also has taken the guests on a tour of the School showing them the changes in education they have been most enjoyable mornings.

Most of the Guests at these Morning Teas are from the 1940’s -1960’s era and went to the old School on the hill and would have started school in Grade 1 using a slate and slate pencil it has been an interesting

Just One Visit a fortnight could change a Life . . .

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KINGSTON State Primary School, Logan are celebrating their 100th year of schooling this year in July 2012. the Centenary of 100 Years of Schooling, 1912-2012.

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Beenleigh Logan Bridge Club is opening STARTING in July 2012, the Beenleigh/Logan Bridge Club are seeking players withexperience or wishing to learn to play.

Supervised play will be offered to get you back into the swing if needed.

Our structured learning process will allow you to meet others and enjoy this fascinating game. Bridge is the most popular mind sport in the world. We will be starting a Course of 8 lessons in early July, with the 1st lesson free. You can contact Val Roland on Bridge an International Game 07 3807 1334.

Wanted: Volunteer Guides and Demonstrators THE Secretary of the Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum has requested our readers to contact him as there is an urgent need for seniors wishing to be trained as volunteer tour guides or demonstrators. A tour guide welcomes tour groups to the village and guides them around the Village and Museum. There are also many opportunity for demonstrations including showing how clothes were washed, acting as a teacher in a one-teacher

school. Other skills include to be able to show how a push-pull cross-cut saw was used to fell trees or how milking machines were used. A smithy is needed to show his skills and a person with knowledge of a printing press, and a spinner or weaver – and this is only to name a few. This is a unique opportunity for people to show their skills and make friends within the local community. For more information, please contact Gary 0439 755 373.

Morning Melodies at Beenleigh Sports Club THE Beenleigh Sports Club is known among patrons as the friendliest club in town.

Every Tuesday and the last Thursday morning in the month, the club showcases the very best of “Morning Melodies” entertainment from 11am, complemented by morning tea of coffee, tea and biscuits.

Vocalists and instrumentalists shine in the starstudded monthly lineup, which for July includes Rhonnie, Bob Mildren, Marco, Dave Clayton and Michael.

‘Showcase Morning Melodies’ is on the last Thursday of every month.

This is the club’s chance to treat their Tuesday regulars, as well as those who can’t make it on Tuesdays, with more than 20 raffle prizes, fun pokie promos plus everything they offer on Tuesdays.

During the break, treat yourselves to a delicious lunch with the $5.90 Special of the Day at Sporty’s Bistro downstairs in the lounge bar, for great value dining at a moderately low price.

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regular members and the talented line-up of entertainers for three hours of song and dance, raffles and reminiscing.

So come along to the friendliest club in town and bring your friends.

To book your free courtesy bus, please phone 3807 5836.

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Independent Living for Over 50s Pacific Palms at Burpengary has released for sale beautiful new independent living homes for Over-50s who are ready to escape the high maintenance and hard work of looking after the big family home, and even more ready to start enjoying some hard-earned leisure. The homes for sale right now are of two-bedrooms, plus a utility room of a similar size to the second bedroom, with tiled living areas and carpeted

bedrooms, plenty of storage and wardrobe space and bathrooms designed for on-going needs with enormous walk-in showers. The interiors are large and bright, with lots of room for the new homeowners to put their own furniture.

The homes were built by a highly respected builder whose construction and finishes went beyond that required. Pacific Palms Village has a lot of things going for it but two stand

out. It’s a very happy resort-style village, and it’s very affordable.

Marketing manager Sue Cowie says that as soon as people move in they love it because they are living in a beautiful and secure environment, with a resident caretaker.

There are two pools, a barbecue area and a fullsized, real grass competition-sized bowling green available to all residents, without the high costs of joining a big club.

Residents have access to a clubhouse and a sevenday convenience store on-site. The village is close to bus and rail, shopping centres and health professionals.

Activities include indoor bowls, craft and social activities, aerobics and line dancing.

Affordability is a big issue for most people and Pacific Palms ticks all the boxes. Importantly, buyers own the homes; there are no entry or exit fees

and buyers keep 100 per cent of capital growth.

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Magnesium-rich diet tied to lower stroke risk RESEARCHERS find a correlation between eating magnesium-rich leafy greens such as kale, spinach and collards with a lower risk of stroke.

Supplementation, while helpful, might not be as effective as whole foods.

A fresh look at past research concludes that people who eat lots of greens and other foods rich in magnesium have fewer strokes, a finding that supports current diet guidelines.

But because the research

focused on magnesium in food, the authors stopped short of recommending that people take a daily magnesium supplement.

It’s possible that another aspect of the food is responsible for the finding.

What the results do suggest is that people eat a healthy diet with “magnesium-rich foods such as green leafy vegetables, nuts, beans and whole grains,” said lead author Susanna Larsson, a professor at the Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm,

Sweden. Larsson and her colleagues combed through research databases spanning the last 45 years to find studies that tracked how much magnesium people ate and how many of them had a stroke over time.

In seven studies published in the past 14 years, about 250,000 people in the U.S., Europe and Asia were followed for an average of 11.5 years. About 6,500 of them, or three percent, had a stroke in the time

they were followed.

For every extra 100 milligrams of magnesium a person ate per day, their risk of an ischemic stroke — the most common kind, typically caused by a blood clot — fell by nine percent.

The median magnesium intake for U.S. men and women included in the analysis was 242 milligrams a day (mg/d). The U.S. recommends men and women over age 31 eat 420 and 320 mg/d of magnesium, respectively.

Most of the studies allowed the researchers to rule out other factors, such as family history, from the results, but Larsson told Reuters Health in an email that she cannot say whether other aspects of what the people ate partially or entirely explain the finding.

“It’s a diet that’s rich in fruits, vegetables and grains,” said Goldstein.

“Those are things that have low sodium, high potassium and high magnesium.”

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BURNIE Brae Centre at Chermside has successfully run activities for Seniors aimed at building and maintaining strength and flexibility for many years. In keeping with the wellness approach that has been adopted by the Centre, an over 50’s gym was opened in November 2011 to provide a facility where over 50’s and younger people with disabilities can exercise and increase muscle strength in a

secure, supported and friendly environment.

Healthy Connections is a small gym located at the Centre with a strong focus on the safety and welfare of every individual. The facility is staffed by Accredited Exercise Physiologists who provide personalised service and expert supervision.

Costs are kept low with payment options to suit individual need and there is a range of top quality training equip-

ment. The gym offers programs for healthy populations through to exercise prescription for heart failure and cardiac rehabilitation patients and is an effective community based intervention to aid in the prevention and maintenance of chronic disease and age-related injury.

Feedback from the community has been very positive and gym member numbers are constantly growing.

Members report feeling

more energetic; improvements in endurance, strength and balance; appreciating the nonthreatening atmosphere and helpful staff; and becoming more confident with exercising.

There have been many new programs that have been launched at Healthy Connections since its opening late last year, and there are more on the horizon.

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RECENTLY approved by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration, New Zealand velvet antler is now accessible by Australian consumers.

New Zealand exports over $25m of velvet, which is used in health products all around the world.

Velvet antler has been used over centuries in Asia as a cornerstone ingredient in Traditional Chinese Medicine. While people in Asia, particularly Korea, are well in tune to the health benefits of velvet antler, there is increasing interest from western markets as people turn to natural alternatives.

While in Asia velvet antler is used mainly for immune function and blood health, feedback from western markets focuses on velvet effects into promoting joint function and athletic performance.

Many high performing athletes report a quick turnaround time after rigorous and intense training regimes when taking velvet supplements.

They comment that due to the quicker rebound, they are able to train harder and achieve better results. Many also note the lack of illness which ties back in nicely with its traditional use.

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“The aim of the workshops is to meet with service users, their representatives and staff to listen to their views about how memory support services should be delivered in the future. “It is also a forum for staff to discuss the best practices they use at their services and how those can be consistently delivered throughout the whole of our organisation.”

To guide the project an advisory group has formed, including Christine Bryden & Denise Edwards experts in the field of care in Australia, has BLUE Care, a leading dementia from Griffith change the lives of commissioned a new provider of residential University, Blue Care people living with project which aims to aged and community University of dementia. Currently there are almost 280,000 Queensland Research and Practice DevelopAustralians living with ment Centre, the dementia and that Dementia Training number is expected to Study Centre, the soar to more than one Dementia Collaborative million people by 2050.

Blue Care has appointed Research Unit/Consumers and Carers and the Memory Support Dementia Behaviour Advisor Denise Edwards to lead the Blue Advisory Management Service.

Care Memory Support Project, which involves: Mrs Edwards said it is important for Blue Care academic research; conference attendances, to develop a consistent memory support model seminars and workshops; networking with of care, individually tailored to clients across key industry leaders in its residential, commudementia care; and nity and retirement visiting Blue Care living settings. services, as well as “Everyone who has facilities interstate and in the United Kingdom. dementia is an individual person, with a unique Mrs Edwards has a background in dementia personality and life history, and will have care and mental health different needs dependnursing in the UK, and ing on where they live, has worked with what services they Alzheimer’s Australia, require and the stage of Latrobe University and the Dementia Collabora- their dementia.

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WINTER is when we’re likely to stay indoors and use extra power to heat our homes. The good news is that it’s possible to use less power and keep bills down and still stay warm and comfortable during the colder months.

There are many simple actions we can do around our homes in winter to reduce our power bills, while still keeping warm. Most of these actions don’t cost anything. The ones that do cost are more energy efficient and can save money in the long run by reducing power bills. Keep your heater’s thermostat set between 18ºC- 21ºC in winter. Decreasing your temperature setting by just one degree can reduce your power bill for heating by up to 15 per cent. Put on some extra layers – wearing warmer clothing or put-

ting an extra blanket on your bed keeps your power costs down and keeps you cosy too.

Install a timer or program your heater’s thermostat so it turns itself off when it’s not needed.

Saving power at home can be as easy as closing a door! Closing areas of your home that aren’t in use, like storage areas or spare bedrooms, is an easy way to avoid wasting power and money on excess heating.

Sealing draughts and gaps around external doors and windows can save up to $20 a year on your power bill. Keeping curtains and external blinds closed at night and on cloudy days keeps the cold out and the warmth in; closing curtains can save around $55 a year.

You’re not too old to donate life OLDER Australians are being urged to decide about and discuss their organ and tissue donation wishes with their loved ones.

New research released by Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Ageing Catherine King showed that many Australians aged 65 years and over are not aware that one day they could save a life as an organ and tissue donor.

The research, commissioned by the Organ and Tissue Authority, found that while 81% of Australians aged 65 years or more are willing to become organ and tissue donors, 37% wrongly assume they are too old to donate. There are around three million Australians aged 65 years and above and this is a growing demographic.

“Age is not a barrier to becoming an organ and tissue donor. In 2011, 54 Australians aged 65 or over saved or improved lives by donating their

organs including lungs, kidneys and livers. Older Australians also donated tissues including corneas which help to restore and improve the sight of others.

While the median age of all organ donors last year was 50 years – there was a very broad age range with the oldest organ and tissue donor in 2011 being over 85 years,” said Ms King.

“No one should ever assume that they are too old or unhealthy to become an organ and tissue donor.

Transplant professionals will decide which organs and tissues can be used at the time of death after looking at your past medical history, the condition of your organs and their suitability.”

The research found that 49% of people 65 years or over have not discussed their donation wishes with family members in the past 12 months and 28% have never had the discussion.

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At peace in beautiful surroundings

Have a laugh at getting old THE Senility prayer: Grant me the senility to forget the people I never liked

CENTENARY Memorial Gardens offers a variety of settings for a memorial for your loved one’s ashes.

In the peaceful and tranquil park-like setting, sites along the avenue provide sweeping views of the hills, a vista that makes these grounds unique.

You may choose a site in the secret garden, the garden of serenity, the lakeside beds and rockery, as well as in the monumental section.

Prices begin at $1280 for a single site, and family estates are also available.

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IT is suggested that there are four factors that will help you to live a longer life, but you won’t find them on a shop shelf. So, what are the secret ingredients of a long life? If you believe some of the marketing hype or what’s on your pharmacists shelves, it’s some potion containing lots of vitamins and minerals.

A large study in the UK suggest that you can boil the answer down to just four factors and they don’t require much money or a major change to your life. The researchers have followed the health and wellbeing of about 25,000 people who were aged between 40 and 80 when enrolled in the research and have had things like their nutrient intake and exercise measured more accurately then many other such studies.

The four factors were - not smoking, moderate alcohol intake, five servings of fruit and vegetables per

day and moderate physical activity. People who did all four things had a survival comparable to someone who was 14 years younger. These were achievable things most of us can do.

The alcohol finding though, contradicts other studies which suggests there’s no net benefit from moderate intake. But, the researchers also think that in middle age, the beneficial heart effects of a daily drink win out.

There was another factor that made a difference to longevity - a psychological one - and that was the sense of what’s called coherence. Which is how meaningful and manageable you feel your life is: none of which can be bought at your local pharmacy but all of which, apart from the wine, come pretty cheaply.

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QIMR (Queensland Institute of Medical Research) is looking for volunteers to donate a small amount of blood for research into the impact a common virus has on the immune system of people as they age.

Who is needed? Males and females of any age, but particularly healthy volunteers aged over 60 to participate. What is required? You will need to give a single donation of blood. This can be donated at

your local Sullivan Nicolaides pathology centre at no expense to you. How do I participate?

If you are interested in participating please call QIMR on (07) 3362 0412 or visit www.qimr.edu.au/cmv to find out more. You will be asked to complete a consent form and then it is as simple as donating a blood sample at your nearest Sullivan Nicolaides pathology centre.

loss of muscle mass and function in older people, a recent University of Western Australia study has found.

The researchers, who observed older mice aged 29 months (roughly equivalent to 80-year-old humans), found that the animals showed an alarming absence of healthy connections between nerves and muscles at the contact points for nerve stimulation on muscles.

A loss of connections at these contact points was linked to a lack of cross-talk between nerves and muscles. Muscle activity was observed to have decreased, leading to loss of function.

The findings, recently published in the medical and science journal PLoS One, are said to create more opportunities for research into possible interventions to slow down muscle loss, improving health and quality of life.

“If your nerves are letting go of muscles, then that is a one-way trip to loss of muscle function,” the

known as sarcopenia, an increasing health problem with an expanding aged population.

“It is not a disease but part of life,” said Associate Professor Tea Shavlakadze and Professor Miranda Grounds from the School of Anatomy, Physiology and Human Biology at The University of Western Australia.

“Everyone over 60 is affected by this progressive ageing condition to some degree.”

Further studies by Professors Shavlakadze and Grounds are currently underway to understand why nerves let go of muscles in older age. Their observations identify a new target for reducing sarcopenia and strengthen the argument for regular exercise to slow down muscle wasting.

The UWA researchers aim to develop new therapeutic approaches to combat sarcopenia and maintain a high quality of life with ageing.

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OVERSEAS travel exposes you to wonderful new experiences, but it can also expose you to potentially serious health risks. Remember – your health is your responsibility – with a bit of preparation, you can prevent an illness that could ruin your holiday, or worse.

Before you leave, it is important to research every country you will visit, and to get advice that is tailored to your health needs.

The risk of acquiring an infection and the appropriate preventative measures can be different for older travellers, children, pregnant women or those with underlying chronic diseases.

While you are away, there are some things you need to keep in mind to prevent illness, like preventing insect bites and being careful of what you eat.

When you return, keep an eye on your health. Some diseases may not become apparent until you have returned home and could spread to your loved ones.

What should you do to protect yourself from infectious diseases while overseas?

Before you leave 1. Research your destination and planned activities The risk of infectious disease differs greatly depending on where you intend to travel and what activities you plan to undertake while overseas. In particular consider: • Will you be travelling to countries in which food or water quality might be of a lower standard?

Contaminated food and water can increase the risk of acquiring infections such as gastroenteritis, hepatitis A and some

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• Will you be travelling to wilderness or rural areas where you are likely to be exposed to farm animals or wildlife?

Animals in many parts of the world may carry rabies. Diseases carried by ticks and mosquitoes are a risk in wilderness areas of many parts of the world unless preventative measures are taken.

• Will you be spending a lot of time outdoors where you might be exposed to mosquitoes?

Mosquitoes can carry serious diseases including Malaria, Dengue Fever and Yellow Fever.

Information on the health risks associated with many destinations can be found online at: • Smartraveller www.smartraveller.gov.au • World Health Organization www.who.int See a doctor well in advance before you leave – even if you are well Your doctor can advise you on measures which can be taken to avoid infectious diseases to which you might be exposed while overseas.

This might include measures to avoid consuming potentially contaminated water or food, medication to reduce the risk of acquiring infections or vaccination against serious disease.

Immunisation: Many diseases which are a risk to travellers can be prevented by immunisation. You should talk to your doctor about any vaccines or boosters you may need. Some diseases that should be considered are Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Influenza , Japanese Encephalitis, Meningococcal Meningitis, Rabies , Tuberculosis, Tick-borne encephalitis,

Typhoid Fever, Chickenpox, Yellow Fever and Cholera.

Some countries still suffer high rates of infection from diseases that are rare in Australia due to our routine childhood vaccination. If you were born overseas, and you are returning to visit friends and family, you should still check with your doctor if you need any immunisations. Your immunity to some diseases may have changed or diminished with time.

While you are away You can reduce the risk of developing an infectious disease when travelling by taking some simple preventative measures.

Advice on the main health risks of travelling to particular countries can be found online at www.smartraveller.gov.au or by consulting a doctor experienced in travel medicine.

Some common measures which will help reduce the risk of infectious disease in many parts of the world to which Australians travel are: 1. Protect yourself from insects The most reliable way to make sure you don’t catch a mosquito-borne disease is to wear a mosquito repellent containing DEET or Picaridin which will help avoid being bitten by a mosquito. There are other measures you can take to avoid being bitten, including: • Wearing light coloured, long-sleeved clothes when you’re outdoors • Avoiding wearing perfume or cologne (some of these can attract mosquitoes) • Preventing mosquitoes entering your accommodation • Using a mosquito net at

night-time (if mosquitoes are likely to be present) Mosquito-borne diseases don’t occur in all countries, but it is advisable to talk to your doctor about what vaccinations or medications you might need to take.

3. Think about what you eat and drink Food-borne illness is a major cause of disease overseas and includes ‘traveller’s diarrhoea’ as well as more serious diseases such as Hepatitis A or Cholera.

The sources of foodborne illness are not always obvious. A glass of soft drink might be safe but the ice in the glass could be made with contaminated water.

High risk foods include: • Unpasteurised dairy products • Ice • Raw or minimally cooked meat or seafood • Reheated food • Salads • Food which has been left exposed to flies • Food prepared in premises with poor hygiene Your doctor can provide advice on antibiotics

which can be carried if you are at high risk of developing food or water borne infections.

When you return For this reason, for the two weeks after you get back from overseas, you should pay close attention to your health.

If you get any of the following symptoms, see your doctor as soon as possible.

Fever, Unexplained skin rashes or lesions, Persistent vomiting, Persistent diarrhea, Unusual bleeding from the eyes, ears, nose, mouth or anus

• Swollen glands in your armpits or neck • Persistent coughing or difficulty breathing If you are concerned about a disease after you have returned to Australia you should contact your public health practitioner.

Can a decade of dark chocolate protect your heart?

A SCIENTIFIC study likely to stir the souls of chocoholics has suggested that eating dark chocolate every day for 10 years could reduce the likelihood of heart attacks and strokes in some high-risk patients.

A team of researchers from Australia used a mathematical model to predict the long-term health impact of daily dark chocolate consumption in 2,013 people with a condition known as metabolic syndrome, which puts them at high risk of heart disease.

The team found that in the best case scenario — with no patient missing any daily portions — the treatment could potentially avert 70 non-fatal and 15 fatal heart attacks or strokes per 10,000 people over 10 years.

The researchers, whose work was published in the British Medical Journal, stressed the protective effects have only been shown for dark chocolate containing at least 60 to 70 percent co-

coa — not for milk or white chocolate.

This is probably due to higher levels of flavonoids in dark chocolate.

But experts not involved in the study urged caution. “At this point these findings are more hypothetical than proven, and the results need real-life data to confirm,” said Kenneth Ong at the Brooklyn Hospital Centre in the United States. “I suspect that consuming dark chocolate every day for 10 years may have unintended adverse consequences,” he added. “The additional sugar and caloric intake may negatively impact patients in this study who are overweight and glucose intolerant to begin with.” All participants in the study, led by Christopher Reid at Monash University in Melbourne, had high blood pressure and metabolic syndrome, but had no history of heart disease or diabetes and were not on blood pressure lowering medication.

Source: Reuters

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Cabinet of Curiosities: From the collections of Brisbane’s Living Heritage Network ONGOING through Friday, 30 November at the Museum of Brisbane from 10am to 5pm daily.

The Wunderkammer or the Cabinet of Curiosities was the 16th century fore-

runner of the modern museum. European royalty would send emissaries to the corners of the known world to bring back strange, exotic and rare objects, which were in-

ASPLEY CLASSES FOR SENIORS • Computers (Windows 7) • Painting • Embroidery • Crochet/Knitting • Indoor Bowls • Writing • Mah Jong • Line-Dancing • Singing • Greeting Cards • Languages . . . and much more!

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stalled in a dedicated room in the palace. In this tradition, MoB has cast a net over South-East Queensland to gather together a collection of rare and wondrous artefacts and objects. Drawing on the collections of Brisbane’s Living Heritage Network, this cabinet of curiosities is an interactive experience where visitors can get up close to explore the intriguing contents of the ‘wunderkammer’ for them-

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selves! Among the fascinating stories revealed are figures important to our history such as Sir Thomas Brisbane and the well-known Mayne family.

Other objects explore more recent aspects of our history including World War II and the infamous Whisky Au Go Go firebombing. Visitors will discover stories that may shock, delight and illuminate little known aspects of our city.

Cruise the waterways of Europe HAVE you ever been to Europe before and enjoyed driving through the picturesque countryside or travelled on an organized coach tour to indulge in the history, food and sightseeing that European cities

offer?

If you have been to Europe before or if you are contemplating your fist visit, for a unique holiday experience, why not consider a European River cruise.

Waterways run through some of Europe’s most enchanting places and for centuries have connected and divided the cities, towns and villages along their shores.

River cruising has fast become a popular manner in which to explore Europe.

Offering a range of accommodation, extraordinary cuisine, and with some river cruising companies like APT, they also include all your on board beverages.

With the added bonus of only unpacking once, your river ship will bring each destination directly to you!

Local English speaking guides will ensure that you get the most out of your visits to the cities, towns and villages that you can explore on your river journey.

Depending on your time frame, itineraries operate from 8 to 30 days so there really is an itinerary to suit everyone’s needs.

There are some fantastic superdeals for 2013 river cruising.

To make sure you don’t miss out call Harvey World Travel Albany Creek today on 3264 6222 for your free European River cruising brochure and join the many travellers who have discovered the wonderful world of river cruising!

A computer class – Aspley Classes for Seniors

ASPLEY Classes for Seniors resumes on Monday 23 July with its Term 3 classes, again covering a wide range of interest areas for those 50 and over.

After a break earlier this year, classes will recommence in Juggling and Cryptic-Crossword solving, two quite different topics which nevertheless help to keep the mind and reflexes active and alert.

This year Computer Students are working with new laptops, and receiving instruction in Windows 7 and Office 2010.

Senior Tutor Barrie Bamkin believes that the courses offer the most up-todate computer instruction in the northern suburbs of Brisbane. “We cater for students with a range of experience with

computers, covering uses such as email and general programs,” he said, “from those who are just starting out with a computer of their own to those who have general awareness of the principles involved, but who want to extend their computing experience.”

Those who would like to enrol in any of the 30 courses available in Term 3 are asked to come to the Enrolment Morning on Thursday 19 July from 9 to 10 am at the Aspley Uniting Church 749 Robinson Road, Aspley. Copies of the full program are available in local libraries, surgeries and churches. The program is also available by emailing aspleycfs@hotmail.com or by phoning David on 07 3263 2068.

HOLIDAY & Leisure Tasmania in the Springtime

THERE is nothing more beautiful than Tasmania in the Springtime.

A delight to the senses is the pink and white blossoms in the apple orchards, the vibrant daffodils in the cottage gardens, the lush greens in the vineyards’ also the spectacular ancient forests with their mighty Huon Pines.

The weather is warming up, but there is still the

beauty of white capped mountains as a dramatic backdrop to the vibrant colours of spring.

Another bonus in springtime is the delicious fruits and vegetables in season that are abundant and find their way onto your plates in the delicious meals that are included while on tour.

Some of the destinations and tours included on this tour are: Hobart,

Mount Wellington, Eaglehawk Neck, Port Arthur, historic Richmond, Cadbury Schweppes Chocolate Factory, New Norfolk, Wall in the Wilderness, Queenstown, Franklin

Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, Strahan, Sarah Island convict ruins, Rosebery, Tullah, Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain, Stanley, Burnie, Sheffield, Ashgrove Cheeses, Pearn’s Steam World

(where we have nearly lost many of our gentleman guests) Launceston, Cataract Gorge Reserve, Waverley Woolen Mills, Brady’s Lookout, Grindewald, Rosevears Estate, Tamar River Cruise, Longford, Woolmer’s Estate and Rose Garden in all it’s spring magnificence and much, much more.

Great Value Holidays have a comprehensive 8 day tour of Tasmania departing on the 9th October 2012. The tour departs from Brisbane with your friendly tour host traveling with the group being joined by your experienced local Tasmanian Coach Captain in Hobart upon your arrival.

We limit the number of guests traveling on this tour, to ensure personalised attention from your tour host.

As numbers are limited, the great value all inclusive price of only $2,695 per person and the tour commencing at a premium time of year, we recommend you securing your place by calling Ian or Robyn at Great Value Holidays on 1300 722 661 to save disappointment.

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FARE: $90-00. Includes morning tea & lunch AS WILD AS LIFE GETS!!! - TUESDAY 14 AUGUST 2012 Crikey! Today we visit Australia Zoo, home of the crocodile hunter. From tigers to otters, elephants to koalas â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a full day of wildlife!!!

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GOOMBUNGEE - SATURDAY 25 AUG 2012 On our way to Goombungee we travel via Esk taking in the view from the top of Ravensbourne National Park. Pub lunch before next stop at the Wedgetail Winery at Kingsthorpe.

FARE: $65-00 Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;REILLYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S - SATURDAY 1 SEPTEMBER 2012 Enjoy an always popular day tour in the scenic Lamington National Park. Join the Treetop Walk and appreciate the spectacular views and fresh air. Tour includes m/tea in the park at Canungra. .FARE: $40-00.

TOOWOOMBA CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS - SATURDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 2012 The 63rd Carnival of Flowers promises to be bigger, and better and more colourful. Visit a few prize winner private gardens before being thrilled by the vibrant Grand Parade.

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THE Australian Railway Historical Society (Queensland Division) has entered its 55th year of operating rail tours.

Over 950 excursions operated by both steam and diesel hauled trains to many destinations in Queensland have been run by the Society since 1957, of course the steam hauled tours are very popular and give passengers a nostalgic tour in travel of a bygone era â&#x20AC;&#x201C; travelling in style in the heritage carriages.

The excitement of a day out by steam train commences at Roma St as you go walk along the platform to find your carriage with a reserved seat.

It is then a quick walk to the head of the train to inspect the great â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iron Horseâ&#x20AC;? which is simmering away quietly waiting for the grand departure.

Final boarding announcements are made , the guard blows his whistle and waves the green flag and the engine bursts into life with itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s whistle blowing to signal departure and steams out of the platform heading for the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; destination.

Every Queenslander would know about one of our stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great rail journeys â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Sunlander which travels through our great coastal scenery three times a week following the Sunshine Route., but only twice a year does the Winelander take to the rails for a weekend escape to the Granite Belt to visit the regions great wineries.

Run by the Australian Railway Historical Society (Queensland Division), the air conditioned Winter Winelander departs Brisbane on Saturday 25th August This diesel hauled relaxing two day tour escapes the hustle and bustle of the city as the train travels out

through the western suburbs, through the salad bowl Lockyer Valley and climbs the scenic Toowoomba Range. As the train speeds through the wheat growing areas on the Southern Downs, a delicious lunch is served to passengerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seats and short wine tasting sessions are held in the club car just to get you in the mood before the train arrives at its destination.

Local Granite Belt wines are presented for tasting sessions (whites are usually the flavour of the day on the forward journey) in the club car. On arrival at Stanthorpe coaches will take passengers to a selection of wineries, then to a special dinner at the Queensland College of Wine Tourism.

The train departs on Sunday morning a 10am for the return to Brisbane with reds being the flavour of the day during the wine tasting sessions and once again lunch is served as the train passes through the Southern Downs board. Arrival back into the city is

scheduled for around 6.00pm to conclude a very relaxing week end winter escape.

Spring is not far and it is time to book for the very popular trip to the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. Two great tours are planned â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a steam train journey from Brisbane to Toowoomba and return on Saturday 22 nd September and the Silver Bullet Rail Motor on Wednesday 26th September.

The climb of the Toowoomba Range with its nine tunnels is spectacular, and the colourful street procession and a selection of prize winning gardens are included on this tour. An optional lunch in the Historic Railway Refreshment Rooms is also available.

To book or order a brochure phone our office on 3252 1759 between 10am and 3.00pm Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays. A recorded message operates at other times.

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A RAIL holiday onboard the Indian Pacific to Western Australia is far more than just sitting back and watching the kilometres roll by over a treeless plain.

Dig a little deeper and you’ll uncover the fascinating history of the railway line that joined a nation!

Being so geographically isolated, Western Australia was in desperate need of a transport system other than the high sea voyage across The Great Australian Bight.

To induce Western Australia to join the new Commonwealth the promise of a federally funded railway linking West to East was negotiated and the Indian Pacific was born.

Work on the line commenced in 1912 and was completed in 1917, when two construction teams, one working east and the other working west met at Ooldea. Today, the Indian Pacific takes a short stop at the South Australian town of Cook, about an hour from this historic site.

The journey across the Nullarbor is steeped in Australian history with our first seven Prime Ministers all having

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places along the line named after them.

As you enjoy the peaceful clicketyclack of the train moving across the tracks, look out for the remaining six Barton, Deakin, Watson, Fisher, Hughes and Reid. Relax and take the time to reflect on those early days and the hardships endured - a great challenge met by ordinary men.

Gold Service onboard the recently refurbished Indian Pacific includes your own private cabin with comfortable lounge seating by day, ensuite facilities and upper and lower sleeping berths. A highlight of the journey is dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car and mixing with fellow travellers in the Outback Explorer Lounge.

All meals are included for both Gold and Platinum Service guests.

The Indian Pacific departs from Adelaide, Sydney or Perth with its sister line, The Ghan operating from Darwin to Adelaide.

For more information contact your local Travellers Choice travel agent on 1300 78 78 58 or visit www.travellerschoice.com.au

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PICTURE a trip that combines some of Australia’s most spectacular country with comfortable accommodation and travel at reasonable cost. This is coastal Variety Tours’ 12 day trip to Cairns and tropical north Queensland departing July 27th. Highlights include Bundaberg, birth place of Bert Hinkler and gateway to the Whitsundays.

Visit Paronella Park – multi award winning tourism destination. The tour also visits Townsville’s Great Barrier Reef Wonderland.

Stay three nights in Cairns and travel on the Kuranda Travel Train or Sky Rail through breathtaking scenery. Kuranda is famous for it’s markets and village surrounds. Then there’s the Whitsunday Two Island cruise. Another highlight is a sce-

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HOLIDAY & Leisure Paris in autumn

THE Last time I saw Paris she was covered in snow.

On my most recent visit the trees were changing colour and the Luxembourg Gardens were alive with the last of the summer flowers.

My hotel was close to the Odeon Theatre and just one street from the Gardens, and so I was central for walking everywhere. Not once did I succumb to the Metro and what better way to see Paris that by walking, often in back streets and into the suburbs as well.

I decided not to go to my favourite gallery The Musee D’Orsay and instead went to the Monet Musee Marmotton. The weather was perfect for the long walk to the XVI arrondissement, taking me two hours and of course seeing a new part of Paris on the way.

When Paul Marmotton died in 1932 he left his house and collection of fine art to The Academie des Beaux Arts ( The Paris School of Art). The museum was opened in 1934. In 1966 Claude Monet’s son Michel donated his own collection of his father’s work to the museum.

Here I could see over 300 pieces, Impressionist and Post Impressionist by Claude Monet (the larg-

est collection of his work in the world) as well as paintings by many of my favourite artists, Morisot, Degas, Sisley, Renoir and others as well. The most notable piece is Monet’s “Impression, Sunrise”, the painting from which the Impressionist movement took its name.

I took a different route after leaving the gallery seeing more of the city and came to the Palais de Chaillot at the Place du Trocadero, which overlooks the wonderful view of the Eiffel Tower. I made my way down the terraced gardens, across the Seine past the Tower.

Another of my priorities was to visit the Rodin Museum. It opened in 1919 in the Hotel Biron and its surrounding grounds. Rodin used the Hotel Biron as his workshop from 1908 and subsequently donated his entire collection to the French State on condition that they turn the building into a museum dedicated to his works.

I decided to explore the gardens first. The statues of The Burghers of Calais, The Gates of Hell, The Thinker were among the treasures in the garden.

Of course the garden itself was beautiful with a wooded area leading to a fountain and water feature.

Inside the museum, the treasures continued with more of Rodin’s works including the famous Kiss, which is based on the love story of Franchesca da Rimini and her brother in-law Paulo. ( The story is imortalized in Dante’s Inferno). What wonderful stories are attached to all these works. There are also paintings by Vincent Van Gogh and Pierre-August Renior.

The days at these two museums were highlights of my stay in Paris.

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I went to was the National Museum of the Middle Ages at the Hotel de Cluny. The highlight there being the beautiful 15 th C tapestry of “The Lady and the Unicorn”.

There are a series of six tapestries, five of which depict the five senses of taste, hearing, sight, smell and touch. The sixth is obscure and possibly depicts love or understanding.

As I walked the streets, I slipped into churches.

My nearest church was the Church of St. Sulpice.

I was actually on my way somewhere else when there it was, in front of me.

St. Sulpice was on my list of places to visit. How opportune. In I went and as was often the case Mass was waiting for me.

St Sulplice is slightly smaller than Notre-Dame and is the second largest church in Paris. It contains one of the world’s finest (and most famous) organs. I went back to hear it later on. And there are some fine murals by Eugene Delacroix.

A gnomon was built to enable the then priest of 1727 to help him determine the equinox. Probably because of the gnomon Dan Brown used St Sulpice as one of his locations in his novel “The Da Vinci Code”, however there were inaccuracies in the plot and the Catholic Church refused, the Director, Ron Howard permission to film inside the church.

I went across Paris and saw Saint-Eustache church, it was built between 1532 and 1632. It is at the entrance of what was Paris’s markets and was the parish church for the marketeers. In one of the side altars there is a very unusual tableaux depicting the market people with their produce of fruit and vegetables. During the French Revolution the church was desecrated and looted as so many of the churches and was used as a barn.

On the Sunday, I called in to Saint Sulplice arriving fifteen minutes before the beginning of Mass.

The organ music left me breathless in it volume and magnificence. I left as Mass was beginning and went to Saint Germain Des Pres. It is the oldest church in Paris and when I was there it was in wraps for restoration work. Of course its organ music was wonderful as well, but here and later at the free organ recital at NotreDame on Sunday afternoon, couldn’t compete with Saint Sulpice organ.

After Mass I went for lunch at Cafe de Flore, which is next to Les Deux

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Magots, both famous ca- dens. I returned to the there were hundreds of I presume was almost the fes that had the reputa- Jardin du Luxembourg on people strolling, snoozing last of the warm Paris suntion as a rendezvous of my last afternoon, where and just soaking up what shine. the literary and artistic elite. They are opposite the church. I found myATTENTION self a tiny table inside facing the street. The menu ALL COACH TRAVELLERS was all in French, (with lots of egg dishes) I ordered the Croque Monsier, and of course coffee. It was the best of coffees. It came in a jug, with another smaller one with hot milk, the cup was quite elegant and I totalled two cups from my jug. I thought it was quite good value for money and went back the following day for the tasty apple and celery salad that the people at the table next to $1899 Includes: Good Motels - Breakfast & Dinners, me recommended. Yes the waiters were a bit “toffy” One Morning Tea Admissions: Sky Rail or TravelTrain to but that was all part of a facade, and I think they Kuranda, Daintree Rainforest, River Cruise, Paronella really could speak some Park, Port Douglas Tour, Two Island Cruise, Townsville English.

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Head of the Curtin Monash Accident Research Centre (C-MARC) study, Associate Professor Lynn Meuleners, said the level of impairment caused by benzodiazepines and some anti-depressants could be compared to that of drinking alcohol.

“The role of alcohol in traffic crashes has been established, but for prescribed medications there is limited current, evidence-based information,” A/ Prof Meuleners said.

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benzodiazepines and anti-depressants, may contribute to a longer reaction time when faced with the unexpected while driving.

“In this study, older drivers exposed to benzodiazepines were five times as likely to be involved in a hospitalisation crash, and almost twice as likely for drivers exposed to anti-depressants.”

Given that benzodiazepines and antidepressants are frequently used by people over 60, and polypharmacy (using several drugs at the same time) is also more common among this group, the study’s results bear great implications. A/Prof Meuleners has therefore called for licensing authorities and policy makers to take note of the study’s results and consider the implications of the findings when creating rules and policy measures for older drivers. “Inclusion of such medications on medical reporting forms for older drivers to licensing authorities would enable ongoing surveillance that would provide a more comprehensive evidence base of the need for stricter regulatory policies.”

Tender moments A WOMAN’S husband had been slipping in and out of a coma for several months, yet she had stayed by his bedside every single day.

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You have been with me all through the bad times. When I got fired, you were there to support me. When my business failed, you were there. When I got shot, you were by my side. When we lost the house, you stayed right here. When my health started failing, you were still by my side… You know what, Martha?”

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Redland City Mayor Karen Williams said the Walk and Talk days were a great example of Participants taking part in the Alexandra Hills Council seeking new ways to speak to guided walking tours, the first of the four walks. residents. neighbourhood surveys “This project highlights REDLAND City Council’s commitment to Council’s Walk and Talk and eight walkability surveys. The Walk and listening to residents days, held 16-17 June, Talk days were a and finding different were a resounding community engagement ways to gather informasuccess. Over 100 activity for Open Space tion about our residents took part and community’s needs and gave vital feedback, both Strategy, the City’s expectations. verbally and by complet- open space planning blueprint for the next 14 “The Walk and Talk ing over one hundred

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THE proposed 4 day, 3 night trip to Stanthorpe on Sept 25th-28th is creating much interest and we should be able to fill our bus. The July Bus Trip will be “Christmas in July” at Boonah Bowls Club. We will have two full buses with entertainment provided by local talent during lunch. We have been to the Boonah Bowls Club for luncheon before &

they provide wonderful lunches. The 14th August Meeting will be the A.G.M. so we ask for nominations for the various Committee Positions. The nominations for these positions must be in by 31st July.

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For further information please phone Eddie on 3395 3337 or Maureen 3398 4236. All meetings are held at the Clem Jones Centre, Carina Bowls Club in Stanley Road, Carina.

Words for warmth One kind word can warm three winter months.

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Days are a culmination of four months of community engagement on this project, and their success is a clear indication of how deeply people care about our neighbourhood parklands and open spaces.” The Walk and Talk days were cofunded with the Local Government Association of Queensland, after Redland City Council successfully applied for a grant. This project is one of only five to receive funding in Queensland, and will be used as a Healthy Communities demonstration project for local councils throughout the state. Community engagement on the open space strategy is due to close on 30 June. Mayor Karen Williams extended her thanks to all those who have provided feedback.

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I AM not a chocoholic, not really. I do like the stuff, I like it a lot, a real lot, but I’m not a chocoholic. My intake is not excessive - I don’t start eating it till 9am most days, well sometimes I have a bit extra with my Coco Pops but I try to hang out till midmorning. And I certainly don’t eat it late at night the latest I had any last week was well before midnight, around five minutes before.

My daily intake is never more than a couple of blocks, OK, maybe a bit more. I will admit to sneaking in a few extra Mars Bars occasionally.

I reckon the icing on the slice I have for morning

SENIORS NEWS Chocolate tea doesn’t count, nor does that browncoloured ice cream for dessert.

Be honest with me - who does not like the stuff?

See, not one person put their hand up. It is a universal favourite. It is also an aphrodisiac why else do thousands of men ply their partners with boxes of chocolates? That never worked for me, possibly because I ate most of them myself.

Chocolate can provide a balanced diet, especially if you choose the fruit and nut varieties. That way you get the benefits of dairy milk plus the added goodness of the protein in the nuts and

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vitamins in the fruit.

You see, it all depends on the way you look at it - eating chocolate is good for you!

You can even have chocolate parties - they work the same as Tupperware parties.

Just invite your friends around and they get to taste the products. The host gets to keep the leftovers plus 10% from the sales. There are agents on both the Sunshine and Gold Coasts - so what are you waiting for?

It never ceases to amaze me how versatile chocolate is. It comes in an incredibly diverse number of flavours and types. While the many

by Allan Blackburn

milk varieties are probably the most popular, there are also the dark versions - for the more macho consumers with manly palates. Then there are the ones without sugar, as well as semi-sweet chocolate and bittersweet chocolate. Also there are white varieties plus couverture chocolate, used by bakers, and gianduja which is a European style. You only have to go into a specialist chocolate shop to see the almost infinite possibilities. It even comes in lactosefree versions for those intolerant of dairy products. The latest product is a chocolate

inhaler - all the taste and smells of the real thing, minus the calories!

This universal food is made from cacao beans.

During the processing, two main products emerge - cocoa butter and chocolate liquor.

The type of chocolate is determined by the various amounts of cocoa butter and chocolate liquor used, as well as the amount of sugar and other ingredients. So versatile is this great food that even vegans are able to eat cocoa butter which contains no animal products.

Even the history of chocolate is interesting.

The Mayans are

credited with its first manufacture, some 2600 years ago, in Mexico.

The name was coined by Aztecs. One of the first companies to begin manufacture was Lindt in Switzerland in 1845.

They still rank in the top five producers in the world, along with Nestle, Cadbury, Hershey and Mars.

Chocolate is the ideal gift for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine, Christmas and any other occasion. The range of gift boxes is as varied as people’s budgets. I

don’t care what sort people give me, as long as they do give me some chocolate, the more the better.

If you are a chocolate fanatic like me, don’t feel guilty next time you seek solace in a bar or two. You are not alone. I’m thinking of forming a Chocolate Appreciation Club keep an eye out if you are interested. The annual fee will be in chocolate. In the meantime, there is a slab in the fridge which needs my attention.

Portrait of Spain Exhibition

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ART lovers will be flocking to Brisbane this winter when ‘Portrait of Spain: Masterpieces from the Prado’ comes exclusively to the Queensland Art Gallery from July 21, 2012. Following exhibitions in Japan, China and Russia, ‘Portrait of Spain: Masterpieces from the Prado’ will be the first ever collection of work from Madrid’s admired ‘The Museo Nacional del Prado’ to visit Australia. The exhibition will feature masterpieces by renowned painters who worked in the Spanish royal court including El Greco, Velázquez, Ribera, Goya and Rubens. Presented in chronological order, the exhibition is a survey of the history of Spain and Spanish art from the 16thcentury to early 20th century through 80 paintings and around 20 works on paper.

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WE would like to invite you to the Society’s Annual Winter Show. With this show we celebrate our 43rd year as a Society. Taking place at the Morayfield Community Complex, 298 Morayfield Road, Morayfield. (behind Bunnings). The dates for this event are Friday: 6th July 9.00am to 4.00pm, Saturday: 7th July 9.00am to 4.00pm, Sunday: 8th July 9.00am — 2.00pm.Admissionis free. The show will feature, Orchid Society displays, orchid nursery display, floral art display and sales, orchid potting demonstrations, shade houses, orchid growing requirements, orchid plant sales. Refreshments are available. Also included are Bromeliads, Tillandsia, African Violet sales, as well as art and craft displays and sales. For more details please contact us on 5496 7464.

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Come along for a great day out in Brisbane’s beautiful Bayside region.

The Wynnum district is quickly gaining a reputation as one of Brisbane’s most picturesque and enjoyable areas to spend a day out.

Featuring the beautiful Pandanus Beach and Manly Boat Harbour, as well as remarkable eateries including Wynnum RSL, there is no shortage of

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Wynnum RSL offers a pensioner discount as well as specials for group bookings. This is the perfect place to relax and dine during your day in the Bayside. While you are in the Club head over to Berrimas Coffee Shop – a lot of their sweets and savouries are made on premises so they are always fresh and delicious.

There is plenty of easy access parking at the club. Bus groups are always welcome. If you are coming by train, the Club is next to Wynnum Central train station. Rock ‘n’ Roll Sundays at the Club have become very popular and dance lessons are available for beginners. For more information and group bookings, please visit www.wynnumrsl.com.au or phone 3396 7333.

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Jupiters Hotel & Casino Acting Managing Director, Craig Peachey, said the property was thrilled to be able to offer a national exclusive to the Gold Coast.

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Last Waltz”, “Love Will Set You Free”, and “Quando, Quando, Quando” Engelbert Humperdinck has won the hearts of audiences worldwide.

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Logan & District Orchid Society LOGAN & District Orchid Society will be holding their Annual Winter Show on the weekend of the 25th & 26th August at the Logan Central Community Centre, Cnr Jacaranda Ave & Wembley Rd Logan Central 8.30am to 3pm daily. This is a great opportunity to see some wonderful orchids exhibited by some of S.E. Queensland’s best orchid growers. This is a great place to look at the different varieties and have your questions answered by members. Potting demonstrations will be held throughout the weekend. You will also be able to purchase orchid plants, books, growing accessories and floral arrangements at very reasonable prices. Light refreshments will also be available. With admission at only $3 it’s well worth a visit. For any further information phone Pam on 3345 6143.

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A newly released CD by one of Australia’s popular singers $20.00 including post Dear Friends, I am so happy and excited to release our new CD Diana Trask Oh Boy. We have been trying for some time to be able to put these songs out as a collection. Many fans have requested these hits in this format, so at last we can comply.

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Exhibitions at Redland Art Gallery CLEVELAND 24 June – 22 July 2012.

Contemporary Wearables ’11, A Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery Touring Exhibition and Tinsmith: An Ordinary Romance. Redland Art Gallery showcases Australia’s creative jewellery designers. Two new exhibitions open at Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland on Sunday 24 June 2012: Contemporary Wearables ’11 presents a selection of works by Australia’s most creative jewellery designers. Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery and the Toowoomba Gallery Society devised the award exhibition in 1989 to promote the profile of contemporary jewellery artisans. Over 100 entries were received and 50 artists were selected to include their work in this touring exhibition.

Tinsmith: An Ordinary Romance explores the fascinating and forgotten history of tinsmithing

in south-east Queensland. The show brings together historical tinwares from private collectors alongside exquisite new objects by Barbara Heath, inspired by the lost craft of the tinsmith.

There will be floor talks to coincide with these exhibitions.

Floor talks:Tuesday 26 June, 12 noon, Dana McCown will speak about Contemporary Wearables’,11 and Barbara Heath will speak about Tinsmith: An Ordinary Romance. Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland is located at the corner of Bloomfield and Middle Streets, Cleveland and is open Monday to Friday 9am – 4pm and Sunday 9am – 2pm. For more information on these and other exhibitions, contact 3829 8899 or visit www.redland.qld.gov.au.

Brisbane City Council events for July GROWING a garden with your children: On Friday 6 July from 11am to 12.30pm Zillmere Library will hold a hands on workshop for children and their parents. Discover how easy it is grow food and flowers with your children and watch them discover the pleasure of picking and tasting fresh food and flowers from the garden.

Be prepared to get dirty and have fun!

Zillmere Library is situated at Cnr Jennings St & Zillmere Rd, Zillmere 4034.

Presented by horticulturalist Linda Brennan. Free event.

Bookings required. Please phone (07) 3403 8888 to reserve your place.

Upcycling: Rag rugs: On Saturday, July 7, 2012, 10am – 12pm at Sandgate Library, Sandgate Town Hall, Seymour Street, Sandgate. During this session you will learn how to create a rag rug by upcycling fabrics and textiles into new items such as floor rugs, place mats and coasters. Bring along an old table cloth, bed sheet or pillowcase to work with on the day and create something new from old.

Presented by the talented designers from Piece Together.

Bookings required. Phone (07) 3403 8888 to reserve your place. Free event.

Stars of the Pharaohs: On Saturday, July 7, 2012 at 3pm at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha. Narrated by John Rhys-Davies.

Travel to ancient Egypt to see how science was used to tell time, make a workable calendar, and align huge buildings. You’ll learn about the connection the ancient Egyptians felt with the stars and various astronomical phenomena.

You’ll see some of the most spectacular temples and tombs recreated in their original splendour.

Check with the booking office that this show is running before attending. This show does not run if a dedicated school show has been booked Adult: $14.10, Children (under 15 years): $8.40, Concession: $11.90., Group prices: Family (2 Adults and 2 children): $37.50, Adult group (10 or more): $11.50, Children group (10 or more under 15 years): $7.80.

Bookings are strongly recommended during school holidays. Phone the booking office: 07 3403 2578.

Pine Rivers VIEW Club PINE Rivers VIEW Club is holding a “Christmas in July “ luncheon at the Murrumba Downs Tavern, Dohles Rocks Rd on 18th July from 11am - 2pm.

Ladies interested in friendship and helping the community are invited. VIEW is a valued part of the Smith Family and supports the “Learning for Life” program. New members are most welcome.

Bookings for lunch, contact Joy on 3285 5989.

‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . .

Visitors & residents enjoy Open Day Redland Performing Arts Centre presents

Starring Simon Gallaher in a tribute to the great composers!

Queensland’s own Simon Gallaher is back by popular demand after his sell out performance in 2011 that had audiences demanding more!

Saturday 28th July, 2pm Redland Performing Arts Centre – Concert Hall James Blundell with supporting act Rob Black perform at Eagleby Heights, a rare free concert for seniors.

JAMES Blundell performed live at Palm Lake Resort Eagleby Height’s Open Day on the 2th June . The local crowd was huge. With nearly 1000 people tapping their toes, cheering, clapping and dancing to the popular tunes, James performed his greatest hits from the

80s & 90s, including “Cloncurry Cattle Song”& “Way out West”.

A BBQ lunch was served and a great hit. Visitors and residents brought family and friends to see the resort including grand children who loved the sweets best of all.

The day was so popular,

that there is planning in the pipeline for the next major event at this exceptional lifestyle resort for over 50s. Visitors were welcomed to the resort and they had the opportunity to experience the lifestyle, and the freedom to ask resident questions in a relaxing environment.

If you missed out on attending this great open day concert, and would like to come to the next local major concert, or for more information on this over 50s resort, call Palm Lake Resort Eagleby Heights Ph: 1800 781 101.

Tickets: Seniors/Pensioners $15, Adults $20, Groups of 10+ Seniors/Pensioners $13 (not available online) Bookings: at the Box Office, 2–16 Middle Street, Cleveland, by phone 3829 8131 or online www.rpac.com.au* * A $2 booking fee applies to online purchases.

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AUGUST Entertainment and Cent Auction. A Fund Raiser for Student to Perform at Disney Land in Hong Kong. At Oxley Bowles Club Inc. Englefield Road Oxley. Sunday August 12th, 2012, commencing 1.00pm. Cost $6 which includes afternoon tea and 1 sheet of tickets. Further Sheets are $1 each. All welcome. For further inquiries contact Jean 3372 5965 or Mary 3359 4896.

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Whatever happened to …The Andrews Sisters THERE is a scene in the film Buck Privates when form The Boogie Woogie absolutely brilliant. The 1941 Abbott and Costello The Andrews Sisters per- Bugle Boy, I think it is last time I played it on DVD I must have replayed that scene about six times – then again, I am a huge fan of the close harmony female singing group who became famous throughout the world during the 1940’s.

LaVerne, Patty and Maxine Andrews were all born in Minnesota. Their father was a Greek immigrant and their mother was of Norwegian descent. They formed a singing group in the style of The Boswell Sisters in 1930 and won a major talent quest. They were performing in vaudeville theatres during their teenage years. The Andrews Sisters developed a wonderful blending of their voices, La Verne (Contralto), Patty (Mezzo-Soprano) and Maxine (Soprano) – not only that, but they were very attractive and looked great. By 1937 they were coming to national attention with their recordings and appearances on radio shows.

Their first major hit song, Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen for Decca records, led to a series of hit songs. In 1940 they were signed by Universal Studios to ap-

pear in a series of “B” grade films. They made their screen debut in Argentine Nights playing opposite The Ritz Brothers and George Reeves (who was later to become Superman on television) was also in the film.

Buck Privates was released just as America entered the war and it became a box office smash.

The Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy received an Academy Award nomination for the Best Song of 1941. Universal immediately included The Andrews Sisters in two more Abbott and Costello films, In The Navy and Hold That Ghost. The Andrews Sisters became tremendously popular and their films included, What’s Cooking, Private Buckaroo, Give Out Sisters, Swingtime Johnny, Follow The Boys and The Road to Rio. Many hit songs were produced during the war years which included, Don’t Sit Under The Apple Tree, Rum and Coca Cola, The Ferryboat Song and Beat Me Daddy Eight to the Bar. They backed Bing Crosby on forty seven songs which included, Accentuate the Positive,

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Don’t Fence Me In and South America Take it Away. In 1948 they sang Little Toot in the Walt Disney film, Melody Time.

The group broke up in 1953 when Patty wanted to become a solo singer.

There had been bitter fights between the sisters during their career. In 1954, Maxine and LaVerne reunited as a duo and promoter Lee Gordon brought them to Australia for a tour with American singer Billy Daniels.

I’m sure some of our readers would have seen them performing at the Brisbane Stadium. The three sisters did re-unite in 1956 and signed a contract with Capitol Records - but the times had changed and Rock and Roll was now the popular form of music.

The days of their number one hit songs were over.

Sadly LaVerne died of cancer in 1967. In 1974 The Sherman Brothers

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Visit Berrimas Coffee Shop for Fresh Daily Homemade specials – open from 9am till close.

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Bus groups are always welcome.

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produced a Broadway musical which starred Patty and Maxine titled Over There. Composer Richard Sherman told me it was a wonderful time for him and his brother Bob working with the two remaining Andrews Sisters.

Unfortunately the fighting continued up to Maxine’s death in 1995.

These days Patty Andrews is living in retirement at the age of ninety four. Patty is the last link to a marvellous singing trio that entertained the world for many years and gave us such wonderful songs to remember.

Kevin Trask Hope you can tune into Walter Williams and I on 4BC for our weekly segments The Time Tunnel Thursday at 10.00 pm and Memories Are Made of This - Mondays at 10.00 pm. We are also networking to 4MK Mackay, 4RO Rockhampton and 4CA Cairns.

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SENIORS NEWS Jumpers & Jazz in Warwick

Help, I think I’m a spammer!

ARE you getting replies to email messages that you never sent? Friends complaining that you’re spamming them? Are you receiving “bounce” messages from email servers about messages to nonexistent accounts that you don’t recognize? Do you find messages in your junk-mail folder sent from yourself? If any of these things happens to you, you may be an unwitting participant in spam.

Your email account may not have been hacked.

Sometimes, spammers “spoof” their victims by inserting a random email address in the “From” Courtesy of Yangan State School field of their spam.

Spammers use mass JUMPERS and Jazz in July began in 2004, inspired by the art community’s desire to reclaim emailing software that can insert any desired email and personalise the cold winter streets with address as the sender, and textile art. The quirky “tree jumper” project pretend to be “you” even captured the imagination of the local community if they’re half a world and the event grew into a ten day arts festival that attracts visitors in droves. Lovely traditional away. Bounced messages textile crafts such as crochet, felting and weaving that you don’t recall sendhave prospered as a result of being applied in a popular contemporary context. Several of the tree jumpers travel from overseas and are lovingly installed by gallery volunteers. The Jazz program is driven by the many venues in Warwick, Allora, Killarney and Stanthorpe that are committed to creating a quality music experience for our visitors. Musicians perform Dixieland, Swing and Mainstream Jazz throughout the festival with an abundance of free entertainment at Saturday’s Party on Palmerin and Sunday’s Picnic in the Park. Involve yourself in the creativity by joining an art workshop, attend an artist’s talk or design a tree jumper. Bring your knitting needles or crochet hooks – we encourage spontaneous acts of art in our streets, coffee shops and parks.

Jumpers and Jazz in July is co-ordinated by Warwick Tourism and Events (07 4661 9073) and Warwick Art Gallery (07 4661 0434). Visit jumpersandjazz.com for more information about this annual festival.

Banks!!

FINALLY, our last mortgage payment! To make a ceremony of it, we went to the bank and paid in person.

The teller processed everything and handed me the closing papers. Heading for the door, I suddenly remembered a rebate cheque I’d brought along to cash.

I went back to the same teller.

“Sorry, we can’t do that,” she explained. “You don’t have an account here”.

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ing are probably such spoofs. Spammers are using your email address, but they don’t have access to your email inbox or contacts. Still, that’s no reason to relax.

You may find yourself on a blacklist if thousands of people receive annoying spam ostensibly from your email address.

Google’s GMail is one email service provider that authenticates all the mail that is really sent from your address, so that receiving email servers won’t block all mail from your address.

Spoofing is a form of identity theft, and it should be reported as such to the Federal Trade Commission and your email service provider. Your email service provider may be able to implement protections for your email address, such as the Sender Policy Framework.

If your email address is

blacklisted by another email service or internet service provider, you may not be able to send messages to people who use that provider. For example, your emails to a family member (who uses Gmail) are being returned with messages like this: Delivery to the following recipient failed permanently: your_mother @gmail.com Technical details of permanent failure: Message rejected.

See http://mail.google. com/support/bin/ answer.py?answer=69585 for more information.

Usually, you can contact the administrators and explain that your address was spoofed. In many cases, they will unblock you.

If you can’t find an appropriate link in the bounce message or on their website, send an email to “postmaster” at that domain.

Low cost computers for seniors NOT-for-profit organisation WorkVentures established the Connect IT program in 2003 and has supplied almost 40,000 providing quality refurbished computers at a low cost. “Each year, Australian businesses need to dispose of millions of superseded computers. At the same time, 1.5 million Australian homes still don’t have access to a home computer or the internet” said WorkVentures CEO, Arsenio Alegre. “Connect IT was designed as a pathway to supply those redundant business computers to those in need. It’s great for business, great for the environment and great for

the community.”

WorkVentures Connect IT is currently offering a special deal for seniors. It includes a refurbished desktop computer with LCD monitor, Microsoft Windows and Office already loaded, plus a free copy of our Take The Teacher Home tutorial (saving $40), all for $259 plus delivery. The offer is available to anyone with a Centrelink/DVA benefit card and expires on 31 July 2012. You can find more information by calling WorkVentures on 1800 12 205 or visiting the website at www.workventures.com.au/seniors.

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Winter warmers OUR indefatigable knitters at Wynnum are again on the lookout for wool and more wool. Any colour in any thickness will be happily received. Even more happily, they will knit beanies, gloves, scarves for distribution.

If you have any wool in any quantity to spare, please leave it at the office of Sixty and Better on Track (SABOT), Shop 12, Civic Centre, 66 Bay Terrace, Wynnum.

(You might even get a colourful beanie!). Phone contact 3348 6306.

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FREE For Sale Classifieds Only ONE FREE FOR SALE classified allowed per person per month. No other sorts of Classifieds, ie: Wanted adverts will be accepted. The publisher reserves the right to decline, edit and reduce the number of classifieds appearing due to space available in the newspaper. Due to these space constraints sometimes not all adverts will appear in the one month, but will be placed in the following month.

You can write up to 20 words per advert, but make sure that your contact phone number, and the selling price are clearly stated.

Items for sale must not exceed $500.

Please submit FREE classifieds only by post, fax or email to our office by 30th of each month.

(No adverts will be accepted over the telephone.)

Wanted items are no longer accepted.

Conditions apply: Free For Sale classifieds are for private party advertising only.

No business adverts accepted. Please print the first word of your classified in CAPITALS, and the rest of the advert should be in lower case.

All adverts must be accompanied by the name, address and phone number of the person placing the advertising.

POST your adverts to: ‘Bris Free 4 Sale,’ Brisbane Seniors Newspaper, P O Box 1062, Tewantin Q. 4565.

FAX adverts to: 5474 4975 EMAIL: free4sale@seniorsnewspaper.com.au (All emailed adverts must be in lower case, except for the first word, which should be in capitals.)

QWA Oxley Branch CENT Auction. QCWA Oxley Hall, 80 Lincoln Street, (in Cawong Park) Oxley. Wednesday July 18th, 2012, commencing at 10.30am. Cost $6 which includes lunch.

Lucky door prize – 1 sheet of tickets. All Welcome, for further information contact Jean Ph 3372 5965

Newmarket VIEW Club

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THE next monthly meeting of the Newmarket VIEW Club will be at the Gaythorne R.S.L. on Tuesday, July 24th, 10.30 for 11.00 a.m. Our guest speaker is Lana Gishkariany, Executive Manager of Dress for Success - Brisbane, a not-for-profit organization which helps disadvantaged women obtain work by providing business clothing, and resume advice together with presentation and confidence building skills.

Cost of two course lunch is $25.00 with tea and coffee included. Newmarket VIEW is a small, friendly club and we need new members! You are very welcome to come along to our meeting as a visitor. You will be met at the door and introduced to other members.

You will have a very enjoyable morning and we’d love to meet you. . Bookings are essential for catering purposes so please contact Carol 3289 5030, Val 3857 1962 or Doreen 3355 5380 prior to Friday, July 20th for further information.

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SENIORS NEWS Seniors Twospeed Crossword CRYPTIC CLUES

STRAIGHT CLUES ACROSS 2 An agreement 6 List of dishes 7 Follows 10 Pacific Island 11 Try out 12 Hurtful 15 Utilised 18 Wanderers 20 Look after 21 Verdant 22 Impure DOWN 1 Greek goddess 2 Type of painter 3 Savage behaviour 4 Tidy 5 Votes against 8 Half 9 Soaks 10 Boredom 13 Noticed 14 Fall 16 Cut, as timber 17 Run fast 19 Receptacle

ACROSS 2 Binding agreement about a convent 6 Males with union list of courses 7 Pursues indented pieces 10 Hit it a new way in island state 11 Big game trial 12 Cut set diver replaced, causing ruin 15 Secondhand part of religious education 18 Starting now, only men and dogs sail they never settle 20 A person can get older but still look after things 21 Flourishing in the flush of Spring 22 Heard to be not followed when not free of sin

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School holidays fun to keep the boredom away IPSWICH youth looking to have some fun these July school holidays need to look no further than their own city, with a great range of events and activities organised to keep them busy throughout the week.

Youth and Seniors Committee Chairperson, Councillor Sheila Ireland said Council’s school holiday program included activities for the region’s young people aged from 12 to 17 years. “School holidays can be stressful for families at times with some activities often expensive,” she said.

“Council has a range of fun, inventive and low cost school holiday activities and events to help keep our young people entertained. They may even learn some new skills and make some new friends.”

Cr Ireland said the school holidays program was about

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helping young people build their capacity as engaged and productive citizens and future leaders of Ipswich.

“One of the great programs we’ve organised is ‘The Entrepreneur – So You Think You Have a Business Idea,’ workshops to give young people business mentoring opportunities,” she said.

School Holiday Activities. The Ipswich Youth Advisory Council, Indigenous Youth Advisory Council and Council’s Youth Development Officer have put together a range of fun holiday activities. On July 2 get creative with some arts and crafts, and on July 4 put your crafty skills to the test with badge making both at the GYS Skate Park. For those young Masterchefs, enjoy a cooking workshop on July 5 at the Humanities Building, 56 South Street, Ipswich.

Rosewood Youth Festival at Tom Lenihan Park Head down to the Rosewood Skate Park, Lot 20 Bennett Street in Rosewood, on July 6 for the Rosewood Youth Festival. Enjoy a free barbecue, live DJ, music and performances – supported by Cr David Pahlke and Young Life Australia. The festival will also include a number of stalls and creative craft activities. The day is tobacco, drug and alcohol free. Use of the skate park is at your own risk and all attendees must wear appropriate safety gear such as helmets when using the skate facilities.

1987-2012. Now in its 25th year, the National Servicemen’s Association of Australia was founded in the later part of 1987 for the benefit of all former Australian nashos who served in the two schemes operating between 1951-72 and the wives/widows thereof.

Associate membership is available to those who served for countries other than Australia. To join the Association or to acquaint with the benefits of doing so, phone 3324 1277 or view website www.nasho qld.org.au. The 25th Anniversary Reunion will be held at Gold Coast in September with a parade and a number of social events; for details email

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hank@gcmanors.com Brisbane North West Branch meets at Gaythorne RSL on the third Sunday of each month from 10.15am, next meeting will be on July 15; visitors and new members are welcome. At each meeting lively debate is encouraged between all present during business sessions and we endeavour to combine the business with socialising, inviting

guest speakers when possible; each meeting concludes with a cuppa and a chat. Afterwards you can enjoy a pleasant lunch at the RSL. Members take part in fundraising and social activities and receive regular newsletters. For further information or for local community groups to arrange a guest speaker to address them, phone Dave on 3366 3191.

Fun with words

ANYONE who enjoys words will be entertained by the following: With her marriage she got a new name—and a dress; Show me a piano falling down a mineshaft and I’ll show you A-flat miner; You are stuck with your debt if you can’t budge it; Local Area Network in Australia: The LAN down under; If you don’t pay your exorcist, you might get repossessed; When you’ve seen one shopping centre, you’ve seen a mall; Police were called to a day-care centre. A three-year-old was resisting a rest; Definition of a will? A dead giveaway; Ready to write your own one-liners now? Just to get you started: A boiled egg is hard to beat.

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SENIORS NEWS Music weekend ends in awards presentation lecturer at the Queensland Conservatorium in Brisbane where she teaches piano and keyboard pedagogy and performs regularly in the Kawai Piano Recital series.

For more information about ASKM, please contact president Margaret Millard OAM: 07-5575-8763; secretary Jennifer Newcomb: 075573-3833 or email: jennifernewcomb@bigpond.com, or see www.askmgoldcoast.com.au.

ROBINA Community Centre, Gold Coast City, recently played host to an exciting weekend piano competition and awards ceremony that attracted entries from 30 young piano virtuosi on their way to careers in music. Lovers of piano sat entranced as skilled performers as young as 13 took turns on the Mason and Hamlin concert piano to produce sounds one audience member described as â&#x20AC;&#x153;the musical version of nectar of the godsâ&#x20AC;?.

Ms Flemming (on left) and Dr Selmon are pictured with Ben Austin, originally from Tasmania and now a student at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, who won two prizes, including the $2000 first prize donated

by Gold Coast-based â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Mudgeeraba Presented by the In addition, she has Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, which Australian Society for given masterclasses generously gave a total Keyboard Music overseas and around (ASKM) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gold Coast, Australia. Dr Selmon has of $4000 in prize monies to the competition. the competition was been described as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a adjudicated by Brisbane great artistâ&#x20AC;? with residents and performers â&#x20AC;&#x153;superb pianismâ&#x20AC;?.

Dr Diane Selmon and Ms Flemming is a wellMs Jenni Flemming. known teacher, adjudicaDr Selmon has been an tor and examiner and has enthusiastic and a busy professional committed educator for career that also includes many years, serving on being a soloist, chamber piano staffs of player and accompanist. conservatoriums in She has performed as Australia and the US soloist with various and, since 1981, at classical orchestras and Queensland has given concerts in Conservatorium Griffith many parts of the world.

Ms Flemming is a University Southbank.

Tasmania to ban battery cages AFTER years of campaigning, Tasmania has become the first state in Australia to commit to a complete phase out of battery cages.

The Tasmanian State Government also vowed to fast-track the phase out of pregnant sow crates by the middle of next year â&#x20AC;&#x201D; well before the pork industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own target of 2017.

This heralds the beginning of the end for two of the cruellest devices ever used to confine animals raised for food.

This breakthrough for animals in factory farms follows intensive consumer awareness campaigning by Animals Australia, the efforts of colleague groups, and strategic investigations by Tasmanian member society Brightside Farm Sanctuary. Importantly, Tasmaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision will add pressure on other states to follow suit.

Tasmanian Primary Industries Minister Bryan Green said the landmark decision was underpinned by growing public awareness and by informed consumers refusing to support cruel practices through the choices they make at the supermarket. 12 million battery hens suffer in Australian factory farms. An estimated one in six lives in constant pain with a broken bone â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a consequence of lack of exercise from living in a space smaller than an A4 sized sheet of paper. No more battery hen farms can be built in Tasmania, and their numbers will soon be restricted.

Sow crates are still in operation across Australia and are used to confine a pregnant mother pig so tightly that she cannot even turn around. Tasmania is the first state to phase these out by law.

Great Barrier Reef Watch

A landmark three-year, $1 million research project, announced today by Rio Tinto Alcan, CSIRO and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, will be the first of its kind to monitor ocean chemistry along the length of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Three years in the making, the Future Reef MAP project involves the deployment of an ocean sensor system on an existing Rio Tinto vessel that travels between Weipa and Gladstone. The vessel, the RTM Wakmatha, will regularly collect samples and record data that will assist in understanding the impacts of climate change on the Reef. The data will be collected from along the entire length of the Great Barrier Reef, which means for the first time detailed information about ocean chemistry will be gathered from widely varying habitats.

This will provide Reef authorities and researchers with new insights to assist management of the Reef.

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