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MARCH 2011

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Expo at capacity – record crowds expected

ORGANISER of the annual Sunshine Coast Home Show and Caravan and Camping Expo, Bob Carroll from Australian Events is expecting record crowds as the largest event in its 19 year history moves from the former event site at Kawana to the Nambour Showgrounds. “This is the best Expo in Queensland and offers patrons two events for the price of one with more variety and more new products than any other event in Queensland including Brisbane events. We have a giant Home Show plus an amazing Caravan and Camping Expo side by side all covered by the one admission price. We even offer, at no extra charge, free multiple entry passes so that patrons can come and go all weekend.” With over 200 exhibitor sites presenting thousands of products there is bound to be some-

thing to interest all members of the family, including new products and services for the home and outdoors, and new release caravans and camper trailers. The event also features free cooking demonstrations all weekend with ‘Tommo’ the celebrity bush cook. There is also a chance to win a brand new Coromal F400 Camper from Coromal Sunshine Coast valued at $30,795. Go to the event web site to find out how to enter. The Sunshine Coast Home Show and Caravan and Camping Expo opens at the Nambour Showgrounds Friday 1st April from 9am to 5pm, Saturday from 9am to 5pm and Sunday 9am to 4pm. Admission for seniors is $ 6-00, $ 8-00 for adults and children 16 and under accompanied by adults are free. For full event information www.sunshinecoasthomeshow.com.au

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AS many Queenslanders start to rebuild their lives and businesses after the recent floods and cyclone, Red Cross is now urgently calling for people to train as an emergency services volunteer. Red Cross is running comprehensive, one day training sessions in Brisbane over the next few weeks to train people to help in their local communities when disaster strikes. Emergency Services Manager for Queensland, Carolyn Parsons says providing personal support during emergencies and managing evacuation centres are of two of the most important services provided by Red Cross in

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Queensland during emergencies. “We know from recent experience that emergencies require the expertise, skills and resources of government and non-government emergency management agencies including Red Cross to support local communities in preparing, responding and recovering from an emergency

event. “Emergencies can strike at any time and it’s important for Red Cross to have trained volunteers on hand to support the community”, says Ms Parsons. “To ensure our support services are delivered safely, consistently and effectively, it is essential that volunteers are registered, trained and

organised prior to an emergency event.” The training sessions will help participants know what to expect in an emergency, the role of Red Cross and how to support people who have been affected. Upon completion of the training volunteers could be called upon to help in local emergencies and

may also have the opportunity to travel to other emergency affected areas in Queensland, Australia or even New Zealand. To attend the next training course in your area or for more information phone 1800 733 111 or send an email to Red Cross at qldemergencyvolunteers@ redcross.org.au

Seniors Back Pay Parity for Aged Care Workers OLDER Australians have backed union calls for pay parity in the aged care sector, saying that, without it, system reform would be impossible. The calls follow the Productivity Commission’s draft report into aged care, the first step towards much waited reform, which offers up bonds and reverse mortgages as funding solutions but says little about the sector’s underpaid and overstretched workforce. Addressing the Australian Nursing Federation’s Valentine’s Day rally at a Melbourne nursing home, National Seniors chief executive, Michael O’Neill, said staffing issues must lie at the heart of reform. “Ultimately it’s the nurses who, through their everyday one-on-one interactions with nursing home residents, determine how our most vulnerable older Australians - our mums and dads, grandmas and grandpas - live out their final years,” he said. Yet, as research conducted for National Seniors by

Access Economics in 2010 revealed, attracting and retaining staff is one of the biggest challenges facing the sector. “It’s unacceptable that nurses working in aged care are paid $300 a week less than their colleagues in the health sector. “And it’s unacceptable that in the next ten years nursing home staff numbers are projected to increase by around 14 percent as demand jumps by almost 60 percent,” said O’Neill. “Currently, the system is understaffed, overstretched and unsustainable”. “Unless we address the wages and conditions of aged care workers, reform will be impossible because, ultimately, aged care is about real people, real lives and ageing with dignity,” said O’Neill. The Productivity Commission will hand down its final report in June.

Rotary donation a welcome relief ACCESSING Ipswich Hospice Care’s services will now be much easier thanks to Rotary Club of

North Ipswich’s recent donation. Rotary Club of North Ipswich has generously donated funds for the construction of an ambulance bay at the entrance of the community Hospice. This bay will allow patients to arrive by ambulance more easily and transition from the vehicle on a trolley and into the comfort of Hospice. Rotary Club of North Ipswich President, Les Thornton said it was always a pleasure to support the locally owned and run community Hospice. “Our Club is very active in the Ipswich area, and we are proud to be able to assist Ipswich Hospice in any way we

can. Due to our fundraising efforts we have also been able to make a cash donation of $10,000 to assist Hospice with its operational costs. We understand the medical care of terminally ill patients is very expensive, and that every little bit helps.” “The new bay is a real safety feature for Hospice, both for the patients and the ambulance drivers responsible for the safe arrival of our patients”. “This year it has been difficult to maintain current staffing and resources from an already thin budget,” Ipswich Hospice Care Director Ros Holloway said.

“We are currently calling for urgent help from the federal and state governments to provide funding to support our current programs. “Hospice is very appreciative of the ongoing support from the local community. “Ipswich Hospice continues to have a strong presence within our community, but as with many organisations, we are facing greater financial challenges as expenditure in all areas continue to rise,” Ros Holloway said. Approximately 100 people die at Ipswich Hospice every year and 250 people are supported through their grief and loss, through death.

SENIORS NEWS Rochedale/Springwood National Seniors Branch News

Left to right: Members enjoying the morning tea break at Colmslie. Beryl Bonello, Val Gilmour, Carmel Barnes, Glenda Boatfield, Lorna Copeland, Pam Branch, Sheila Gannon.

Fifty-seven members attended February’s meeting of the Rochedale/ Springwood National Seniors Branch where Heart Foundation representative Peter Ferreira delivered a very well presented audio/visual report covering all matters relating to the human heart. Many members left the meeting armed with vital information about care for this wonderful organ in the human body. February’s coach tour commenced with a morning tea stopover for the forty-nine members on board at Colmslie Beach Reserve adjacent to the Brisbane River. Next stop was at the DFO precinct where Erin an employee of Brisbane

Airport Corporation joined the coach to conduct a guided tour of the 2,700 hectare site. Erin explained the workings of the Airport and

building projects commenced or planned well into the future. After returning to DFO for some shopping and browsing lunch was en-

joyed at the Transit Tavern. All members welcomed a stop off at the Wynnum foreshore on the homeward journey. Enquiries ph 3208 2387.

Flood study to examine health effects of mould and mud

HOMEOWNERS in floodaffected Brisbane suburbs are being asked to participate in a study that will examine the effects of mould and mud on people’s respiratory health. Queensland University of Technology’s International Laboratory for Air Quality and Health is recruiting volunteers for a post-flood study in Brisbane. About 500 letters have been distributed to homes in flood-affected areas for the air quality study, with 30 households needed to participate. Laboratory director, Professor Lidia Morawska, said although the flood waters had receded in Brisbane, there were numerous public health issues associated with its aftermath.

Mould and dust from waterlogged materials and silt and organic debris in flood-affected areas could impact on residents’ respiratory health, with the greatest effect typically seen in children and asthmatics, she said. “Understanding human exposure is very important to know whether there’s any risk to our health from mud and mould,” Professor Morawska. “It is clear that after flooding there is quite a big problem with mould. This has been seen in many other parts of the world, including after Hurricane Katrina. “It’s expected there will be a problem here as well. There is also the mud, which puts more dust into the air.” Professor Morawska said

15 households that were flooded and 15 homes that were unaffected were needed for the study, which would take place in coming weeks. She said a second round of measurements would be taken in July. QUT researchers will measure airborne particulate matter, mould and bacteria in the air inside and outside of participants’ homes. Sampling and measurements will be taken over about four hours and participants will be asked to record indoor activities such as vacuuming, cooking, mowing and smoking to assist researchers. Materials used in the construction of homes will also be inspected. Professor Morawska urged people to take part in a study that could have

future implications on how to minimise public health risks when cleaning after natural disasters. Any information about the homes and study participants will be kept confidential, as well as the location of the areas studied, she said. To register for this study, complete an online form at www.ilaqh.qut.edu.au

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SENIORS NEWS Whatever happened to William Boyd

EDITORIAL DEADLINE for the April edition of BrisbaneSeniors Newspaper is 23rd March, 2011

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SENIORS NEWS Seniors embrace Seniors Card +go than paper tickets and a 15 per cent off-peak discount applies from 9am to 3.30pm and after 7pm on weekdays, plus all day on weekends and gazetted public holidays. “Customers with a seniors’ go card also attract a 50 per cent discount off the full adult go card fare. “They also travel for free on the TransLink network after they take two trips in a single day. Seniors

can apply for a Seniors Card +go by calling 13 QGOV (13 74 68), through the Department of Communities website at www.communities.qld. gov.au/seniorscard or by posting an application form available from their local MPs office or library. For more information on public transport, visit www.translink.com.au or phone 13 12 30, anytime.

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Transport Minister Rachel Nolan presents 10,000 Seniors Card +go card to Ipswich senior citizen, Alan Pitman

SENIORS in South East Queensland are embracing the ‘Seniors Card +go’ card with the 10,000th card issued just three months since it was launched. Transport Minister Rachel Nolan today presented the 10,000th ‘Seniors Card + go’ card to Ipswich senior citizen, Alan Pitman, who regularly travels on local buses run by TransLink

operator, Westside. Ms Nolan said the combined card offered all the usual savings of a regular Seniors Card with the option to include a go card on the reverse side for travel on bus, train and ferry services on the TransLink network throughout South East Queensland. “Seniors Card +go was launched in mid-November last year to a warm re-

ception from seniors’ groups and community members,” Ms Nolan said. “It has the benefit of being a single, convenient card that is easy to get and easy to use. “Seniors with the combined card have already made more than 32,000 trips on public transport since the launch in midNovember. “All go card fares are at least 30 per cent cheaper

NATIONAL Seniors has scored a major lobbying win in early 2011 with changes to the Work Bonus scheme. Seniors who worked in seasonal jobs like exam supervisors at school testing times, accountants at tax time and Santas at Christmas were being docked of their pension because of the federal government’s limit on income in a tax year. New rules from 1 July 2011 mean income will be annualised, encouraging older Australians to continue contributing their skills and knowledge by remaining in the workforce. Under the new rules age pensioners will be able to earn up to $250 a fortnight without it being assessed as income under the income test. Pensioners will also be able to build up any unused amount of their $250 fortnightly bonus in an ‘income bank’ to a total of $6,500. Courtesy: National Seniors ‘Connect’

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Your help is needed in co-ordinating Queensland’s Elder Abuse Response THE Elder Abuse Prevention Unit (EAPU) in conjunction with the Seniors Roundtable are undertaking to collect, collate and share any information about elder abuse initiatives happening around the state but we need your help. “If only I’d known....” Various agencies and working groups, large and small, have tackled elder abuse issues with different levels of success. Sometimes promising initiatives just fade away only to be ‘reinvented’ down the track by some other group. Collaborations, research, law reform, resource development..... It’s all happening somewhere but who is doing it and what exactly are they doing? The Seniors Roundtable recognises the benefit of having an accessible pool of information to inform and facilitate co-ordination among initiatives. It will also greatly assist the Roundtable with the identification of gaps and priority issues for their advisory role to the Government’s “Positively Ageless” seniors strategy. Please send details of any elder abuse related initiative to eapu@lccq.org.au.

The Grange NSA turns 21

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FEBRUARY was the celebration of our 21st birthday and we all enjoyed the birthday cake at morning tea which was cut by two of our longest participating members Elsie Kelly and Nell Hindmarsh. The meeting was followed by musical entertainment. The Grange NSA is well organised and looking forward to another successful and busy year with a wide variety of guest speakers and musical entertainers booked for 2011. The first bus trip is organised for March and a Cent Auction will be held in October. Bimonthly lunches are well attended after the meeting and dinners are organised at various venues. Indoor Bowls are enjoyed every

ATO warns: new scam email delivers virus TAX Commissioner Michael D’Ascenzo has warned the community to be aware of a particularly nasty fake email claiming to offer refunds from the ATO. “This new type of scam pretending to be from the ATO contains a virus which is an attachment to the message,” Mr D’Ascenzo said. The email contains a message in a zip file named “Restore your account” and asks for personal and credit or debit card details in order for the ATO to pay a tax refund. “The ATO never sends emails asking people to provide their personal information or credit card details,” Mr D’Ascenzo said. “Any email requesting personal and credit or debit card details before a refund can be released is a hoax.” Other scams reported to the ATO involve people being asked to provide fi-

nancial or personal details via phone, email or faceto-face. Mr D’Ascenzo urged the public to be diligent and alert to this and other scam behaviour. “We advise people to always use ATO online services by visiting www.ato.gov.au. By following this practice people can ensure they are logging into the genuine ATO website.” “As an extra precaution we recommend people type internet addresses directly into their internet browser rather than clicking on links embedded in emails or attachments,” Mr D’Ascenzo said. The ATO website contains information on this and other recent scams and scam examples that have been reported to the ATO. Individuals can report suspicious behaviour to the ATO confidentially by phoning 1800 060 062 during business hours.

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All family members take note! SOME crooks are getting very good! A lady has changed her habit of how she lists her names in her cell phone directory after her handbag was stolen. Her handbag, which contained her cell phone, credit card, purse, etc., was stolen. Twenty minutes later she called her husband, from a pay telephone telling him what had happened. Her husband said, ‘I have just received your text message asking about our pin number and I have replied a little while ago.’ When they rushed down to the bank, the staff told them all the money was already withdrawn. The thief had actually used the stolen cell phone to text her husband listed in the directory and got a hold of their pin number. Within twenty minutes he had withdrawn all the money from their bank account. Moral of the lesson: Do not disclose the relationship between you and the people on your call list. Avoid using names like Home, Honey, Hubby, Sweetheart, Mom, Dad, etc., and very importantly, when sensitive information is being asked for through text messages, confirm by calling back. Also, when you are being text by friends or family to meet them somewhere, be sure to call back to confirm that the message came from them. If you do not reach them, be very careful about going places to meet ‘family and friends’ who text you. As of right now, do you have ‘home’ listed in your cell phone directory?

THE next monthly dinner meeting of the Centenary Evening VIEW Club will be Monday 14th March. This year is the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day and with this in mind women of all nationalities are invited to join us for our dinner meeting and help celebrate this milestone. To make a booking, for more information or if unable to attend, please ring Sue on 3376 0710 before noon on Friday 11 March. The guest speaker will be Annette Henderson, author of ‘Wild Spirit’. Annette’s topic will be ‘Out of my comfort zone – a year in darkest Africa’ a presentation not to be missed. The April meeting will be held on 11 April at the Mt.Ommaney Hotel/Apartments at 6.30pm for 7pm and the guest speaker is Dr Joshua Llinas, a local veterinary surgeon, who has trekked the Kokoda Trail back-to-back. VIEW Club is a women’s friendship club, meetings take place over a meal (cost $32) and there are a range of other interests and activities for members to enjoy. To make a booking, for more information or if unable to attend, please ring Sue on 3376 0710 before noon BROWNS Plains National Seniors had on Friday 8 April. a Super Christmas break up once again

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give their time and skills to the needy. The guest speaker for the March meeting is from Bayview Video Productions his subject, restoring old videos and photos. The coach trip for March is a visit to the Abbey Museum, the collection of stain glass windows and the art of making stain glass is also on the program. The museum has a collection of medieval armour, old weapons, manuscripts, wood carvings and pottery so we anticipate a very informative day. Carindale National Seniors meets at Clem Jones Sport Center, Stanley Rd Carina on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (except Dec & Jan) and coach trips are on the 4th Tuesday of each month. For further information phone Eddie 3395 3337 or Maureen 3398 4236.

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with lots of our favourites including monster raffles and entertainment. We suggested at our first Management meeting this year that it would be a good idea to visit other branches in our Zone which would enable us to show friendship and gain ideas which may assist us in our events through the year. We were pleased to make donations

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SENIORS NEWS The Gap/Ashgrove Branch NSA

THE first General Meeting for the year started auspiciously with our 21st Birthday Celebrations. We were encouraged to be active and healthy—demonstrations of Tai Chi, gentle exercises and line dancing were provided by ladies from the Fifty Plus Club. A sausage sizzle followed and Foundation Members Bob and Iris Martin were honoured with the cutting of the cake. On Australia Day we attended the Rotary Naturalisation Ceremonies and presented a cheque for $800.00 to the State Member for Ashgrove, Mrs Kate Jones who received monies on behalf of various organisations for the Premier’s Flood Relief Fund. Activities Officer Doris continues to organise great get-a-ways—single day tours and local outings around and about Brisbane. Guest speakers in the future will include a speaker from the Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary, an interesting slide presentation about little wooden churches around Australia and a Singa-Long. There is always something interesting happening at a NSA Branch Meeting. Come and join us on the third Tuesday of every month—9.30am at the Ashgrove Bowls Club in Yoku Street. Contact Secretary Jean on 33542466.

Mitchelton & District Senior Citizens Club Inc. LOOKING to meet new friends in the over fifties group? You are invited to join us in our club activities which are: Monday mornings from 10am to 12 noon we are entertained by various concert groups followed by a light lunch. Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9.30am to noon we enjoy a friendly social game of Indoor Bowls using both 24ft carpets with 4¾” bowls and 30ft carpets with 4 inch bowls, no uniforms to purchase and all equipment supplied. However, flat soled shoes are mandatory, no heels to damage the carpets. Free tuition is available for beginners by friendly club members. The club hosted its first 5-Game Day for 2011 on Sunday 30th January, a total of fifty-six (56) bowlers participating on this day. Unfortunately, two teams were unable to attend because of the Brisbane floods and heavy rain in some areas. The day was its usual success and the ladies provided a lovely morning tea for bowlers upon their arrival. Our next 5-Game Day is on Sunday, 29th May. Phone 3355 0358 or 3355 0240 or join us at Mitchelton & District Senior Citizens Cub Inc., 30 Tel-el-Kebir Street, Mitchelton.

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SENIORS are swinging into eco-action with Men of the Trees Queensland (MOTT Qld). Many of the volunteer team is made up of senior citizens who enjoy the weekend plantings that are scheduled most Saturdays during the year. Many feel that it is a great opportunity to catch up with friends, get close to nature, and do something worthwhile for the communities. Two ladies who found the organisation a great place to engage with the community are Marion and Fran. “I am originally from Canada, and found Men of the Trees to be a great opportunity to fill in some time, spend time with friends, and learn the native plant species of Australia” said Fran Gilje, Men of the Trees Coordinator. “I started doing what I could in the then native nursery and now plant every THE Society for Growing weekend at various sites” said Marion Potted Plants holds meetings on the second Saturday of the month in the Uniting Church Hall FOLLOWING the severe flood damage at 52 Merthyr Road, New in William Street in the city of Brisbane, Farm, commencing at 1.15 the Commissariat Store Museum is pm. We have guest temporarily closed. speakers, plant sales and The Royal Historical Society of displays. All welcome. Queensland has moved to temporary Contact Ann on 3276 7223 premises at The Mansions, 40 George or just turn up. Street Brisbane, not far from Parliament

Goward, Men of the Trees Coordinator. Often a productive morning’s planting is followed by a group get-together over some morning tea. The Men of the Trees group have restored many parts of South-East Queensland, collaborating with many different projects and community groups along the way. Areas that have been replanted and maintained include Bardon, Kedron, Kenmore, Ferny Grove, and Toowong. Future projects include Men of the Trees involving in the restoration of native bushland (crucial for lorikeet habitat) on the Keperra to Ferny Grove train route. Anyone who is interested in joining Men of the Trees or donating please don’t hesitate to phone Fran on (07) 3851-0858. Visit the Men of the Trees Qld website at: http:// www.menofthetrees.org.au/docs/ index.htm

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Electric clothes dryers can be a hazard THE interminable wet weather of recent weeks has persuaded many of us to switch on the dryer, to avoid lines of soggy washing. But do you maintain your dryer? You should clean the lint filter of your clothes dryer every single time you use

it. Failure to do so may create excessive heat build up in the dryer. This can cause the garments inside the dryer to self-combust and start a fire. Also, don’t leave clothes in the dryer after use. You also need to be wary of lint build up at the rear of the machine too.

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OUR bus trip for February was a lovely day out even though we left Brisbane in pouring rain. By the time we stopped at Glasshouse Mountains for morning tea the rain had ceased. We arrived at the Queensland Air Museum at Caloundra about 10.30am for a guided tour. It was a very interesting place and the guides were very knowledgeable about all the different types of aircraft they had there. We even had plenty of sunshine while we were there. We left the Museum for a 1pm lunch at the Caloundra RSL and at 2.30pm headed back to Salisbury, stopping for a comfort stop

at the BP where some of us had an ice cream. A very enjoyable day. We would like to advise readers that Salisbury Senor Citizens Club has a fully air conditioned Conference Room with all modern facilities available for hire at a reasonable price. We have a free large space parking area around the building. For further information contact Jeff Phillips on 0412 482 599 or email jeffsscc@gmail.com. There is also a hall available for hire. All enquiries welcome. Come and join us, open for people 50 years and over at 87A Cripps Street, Salisbury. Phone 3275 3218.

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OUR first bus trip this year was a very interesting one. First of all, we were driven around parts of the city we had not been to for quite a long time. This brought back many memories to our members. Our venue for the day was L’Acadamie Hotel at St Paul’s Terrace. On arrival we were entertained by the Chef who demonstrated how to make Croquembouche, sometimes known as Cake of Kisses. Do you know what this is? We certainly didn’t it was a real eye-opener to all of us. We did get to taste the spoils too. You can see from the photo the chef certainly held our

attention. Following the demonstration, we enjoyed a three course lunch served to us by the students in training. Glad’s Swing Group kept our feet tapping at our last concert and this same week some members travelled to Beenleigh on an exchange visit with Beenleigh Senior Citizens’ Group. It’s great to be able to meet up with similar groups from time to time. Concerts are held each Tuesday except the second Tuesday which is a bus trip. Our next trip is to Redcliffe Dolphins Club. For any information about the Club, please contact Col Butler on (07) 3848 6371.

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NOT for profit o r g a n i s a t i o n WorkVentures is making available PCs at a significantly subsidised price to help families affected by Queensland’s recent natural disasters to rebuild their lives. Affected Queenslanders are able to buy a PC and monitor package for only $195. This includes preloaded Microsoft software, GST and delivery. There is a limit of one computer per household. The PCs are all corporate grade computers and software donated by major companies specifically for this offer that have then been refurbished by WorkVentures through its Connect IT program. This offer is available to Queensland residents who have been approved to receive the Queensland Government’s Essential Household Contents Grant, which is an income tested one-off payment to cover the loss of eligible household contents. “We have a limited number of computers available and so WorkVentures and the companies that have donated the equipment and software — Macquarie Group, Microsoft, St George Bank and Westpac — want to make sure they go to those households that

genuinely need them.” “Queensland residents who believe they qualify for this grant can order a computer through WorkVentures at the same time as they apply for the grant, and then just send through a copy of the approval letter once they receive it. “WorkVentures will then prepare the computer and load it with Microsoft

Windows and Office software. The computer will be delivered directly to the household, thanks to support from Toll Priority,” Mr Alegre said. PC orders can be made by calling WorkVentures Connect IT on 1800 112 205 and quoting “Queensland household offer”, or visit www.workventures.com.au/ connectit.

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SENIORS NEWS Wellington Point Seniors THIS club plays social bowls in the Community Hall Birkdale Road, Wellington Point each Tuesday, games start at 12.45pm and Saturday games start at 9am. We would like to invite any senior to come along and enjoy the company of this very friendly group. If you

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BRISBANE North West Branch began the year well with the addition of new members and looks forward to playing its part in the promotion of the Association during its sixtieth year. This month the ever growing and vibrant branch will hold its AGM. Branch meetings are held on the third Sunday of each month between February and November (next meeting March 20) at Mitchelton Meals on Wheels recreation room in Tel El Kebir Street opposite Gaythorne RSL, for further information phone Brian 3355 4532. Member-

ship of the NSAA is open to all former nashos, with associate membership offered to those who served for countries other than Australia. Members are encouraged to take part in fundraising and social activities and receive regular newsletters from both branch and Association advising them of l recent developments. For information about the benefits of joining the Association and how to join consult web site www.nashoqld.org.au or phone 3224 1277.

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TO be held at Oxley Seniors Club 86 Oxley Station Road, Oxley, Wednesday March 16, 2011. Note new time to commence at 10.30 am. Cost $6.00 which includes lunch and 1 sheet of tickets in the lucky door prize. All welcome. For further information contact Jean 3372 5965.

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Tips for shopping online with confidence ARE you one of the increasing number of Australians who shop online? The internet can provide huge advantages in terms of convenience and savings, but how can consumers be sure it is safe? Consumers need to have confidence to shop online and this comes with understanding your rights and taking smart steps to protect yourself. Check that the company has a physical address and phone number. If something goes wrong with your transaction, you will have the information you need to make contact with the business. Use the internet to research the

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THE Older Women’s Network has moved to a new office in New Farm Neighbourhood Centre. The office warming and Christmas Party were held at the Centre in early December. Members from around SE Qld attended a barbeque where local State Government member Grace Grace MP gave the prize of a radio she had donated to the winner, Helen Manakis from the Zillmere OWN group. Most of the groups also had lunches to celebrate the festive season and round off the year’s activities. Details of local group talks and activities can be found by contacting the

Group Convenor listed on our website at www.ownqld.net.au or by phoning the office on 33582301 (Mon, Tues, Thurs). For example, this month, Ladypause group will have a talk on ‘Medicines and you’ on 28 March at the BCC Library in the City, while Tara’s Tuesday group will visit the Art Gallery on 29 March. We are planning to start a group in New Farm and in Morningside in the next few months and would be interested to hear from any older women who would like to join. Contact Ronni Martin on the office number above (Tues or Thurs).

ENERGY consumption during summer months is traditionally much higher than at any other time of the year largely due to air-conditioning requirements. There are some simple things you can do to save energy when using an air-conditioner: Install the airconditioner (or outdoor unit of a split system) on the shady side of the building (or shade the air-conditioner itself); Make sure the air flow around it isn’t obstructed; The temperature of a cooled room in summer should be about 23-26oC (remember the humidity indoors will be low, so it will feel cooler); The temperature should be checked after the air-conditioner has been operating for 30 minutes; When a hot day is expected, turn on the air-conditioner early rather than wait till the building becomes hot (it operates more efficiently when the outside air temperature is cooler); Keep windows and doors closed when using air-conditioners (evaporative air-conditioners require some air flow); Close curtains on hot summer days and cold winter nights; Outdoor shading of windows in summer is most effective; If the machine has adjustable louvers, adjust them towards the ceiling when cooling, and towards the floor when heating (as cool air falls, hot air rises); Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for filter cleaning; Only cool what you need to. The smaller the area cooled, the less greenhouse gas generated and the lower the bills.

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SENIORS NEWS Beenleigh Senior Citizens BEENLEIGH Senior Citizens are seeking new bowling members to play social games on Tuesday & Friday morning from 8.30am and or Sunday afternoons from 1pm. Cost for members to these sessions is $4 which includes morning tea. Indoor carpet bowls is played on carpets with biased bowls. Eight players on one mat with four games each morning ie 2 before morning tea & two after. Come and join our friendly group of senior citizens who, if necessary will be delighted to teach beginners this enjoyable pastime. Ph 3287 1477 or come along to the centre at 20 Alamein Street Beenleigh.

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State Library calls for Queensland natural disaster records THE State Library of Queensland is calling for residents to help record the events of the 2011 floods and Cyclone Yasi for future generations. Members of the public can help by contributing their images, videos, links to tweets, blog entries or websites they found useful during the crises, as well as other related ephemera, such as flyers distributed at the evacuation centres, posters and placards. State Librarian Lea Giles-Peters said that one of the State Library’s key goals is to collect, preserve and share Queensland memory as part of its John Oxley Library. “The 2011 floods and Cyclone Yasi have been significant events in Queensland’s collective memory,” Ms Giles-Peters said. “Natural disasters happen infrequently and so with the passing of time, memories of the last flood, cyclone or drought fade or become clouded. State Library’s archive helps remind us, by capturing our individual and collective memories.” Ms Giles-Peters said that major flood and other natural disaster images are the most viewed in the State Library’s collections and had been even before recent events. “Last year when we looked at the number of image views on our website, of the top 10, eight of them

were in relation to floods,” Ms Giles-Peters said. State Library collection staff have made a considerable start on acquiring relevant and significant materials to add to the already extensive collection of natural disaster-related materials. “We have already received a significant collection of images depicting the flood devastation at Grantham in the state’s South East,” she said. “We also hope to add to our collection of cyclone related materials with donations from people who experienced Cyclone Yasi.” Ms Giles-Peters also encouraged people with 1974 flood-related photos, Super 8 film and other materials, to contribute them to State Library’s already extensive collection. People can contribute to the State Library collections by submitting their images or links to online sources to heritage@slq.qld.gov.au or by adding images to the State Library’s 2011 Flickr photos group at www.flickr.com/groups/1573059@N25/Physical items can be posted to John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland, PO Box 3488, South Brisbane Qld 4101. More information on how to submit electronic images and video footage in the correct format is available online at www.slq.qld.gov.au/submitimages.

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SENIORS NEWS Community spirit shines at Milford Grange ment Community at Eastern Heights said they were lucky to not be affected by the floods. However, with Ipswich being such a tight knit community who look out for each other, everyone knew people who were affected “It was a tense time for everyone and keeping an

eye on the latest updates from local authorities was critical. I checked in each morning during the flood period with the Ipswich Emergency Evacuation Centre who assured us that we were safe, high and dry and didn’t need evacuating,” Kim said. “Being able to give that reassurance to the resi-

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NEWMARKET Probus Club members said goodbye to 2010 with a fun filled luncheon at Broncos. The tables were beautifully decorated, games were organized by Nancy, gifts were exchanged and a delicious luncheon was enjoyed with dinner music provided by Charles Aznavour and some vocal backing from members John and Angus. It was a delightfully happy way to start the Christmas Season and exchange wishes for the coming Year. January, however, brought the floods and, like the majority of Brisbane people, our members did what they could to help in any way possible. Our hearts go out to all those who are still suffering the effects of the floods, cyclones and fires. Our first meeting for 2011 brought Newmarket Probus a delightful group

of visitors to share our fellowship and listen to Brisbane born actor, Carol Burns, as she spoke of the joys and the difficulties of life ‘upon the wicked stage’ within Australia and the United Kingdom, in the film industry and also as a mentor behind the scenes. It was fascinating! February saw our luncheon and outing combined as we tried the Mundo Brazilian Churrasco Open Flame BBQ Restaurant experience! For most of us this was a very interesting and delicious “first”! We passed the 100 members mark at the end of last year and must very soon start a waiting list so, if you are interested in visiting us at Ithaca Bowls Club on the second Wednesday of each month, please ring Alison on 3865 6696 or 0423 107 703 or Christine on 3300 4518 for details.

dents that they were safe and knowing everyone was accounted for gave me great peace of mind. Its times like these that really hit home about the benefits of being a resident in a retirement community, where people really support each other when it’s needed,” Kim said. Developed just two years ago by RSL Care, Milford Grange is a multistaged Retirement Community offering three levels of residential aged care including low, high and dementia care as well as Extra Service high care, independent retirement accommodation as well as RSL HomeCare services. With the first 30 retirement living villas built in stage one at Milford Grange selling as soon as they hit the market, the decision for RSL Care to proceed with developing an extra 20 villas, was easy. The villas at Milford Grange offer open plan kitchens with stainless steel appliances, safety features in the bathrooms and laundry, private courtyards, water tanks, level design – no steps, 24-hour emergency call systems, security screens

and air-conditioning. “Stage two of the Village was completed in early February and we have already started to welcome new residents. It was a relief to not have to call people who have a deposit on their new home here at Milford Grange and tell them they wouldn’t be able to move

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HOLY Cross Funerals began offering funeral services throughout the Archdiocese of Brisbane in 1999. The Holy Cross Funerals Mission Statement states, “To provide affordable Christian Funeral Service to all denominations and faiths with a genuine level of care that will not be determined by faith, price, race or community regard. This statement is to be known as, Holy Cross Funerals - One Level of Care Policy”. Holy Cross Funerals is the only funeral home owned and operated by the Catholic Church. Holy Cross Funerals opened offices at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Parish Noosa, Holy Family Parish Indooroopilly, St Oliver Plunkett Parish Cannon Hill and Star of the Sea Parish Cleveland. Holy Cross Funerals seeks to reach out to families in their time of bereavement with sensitivity and compassion and always with the highest level of professionalism. Holy Cross Funerals can assist families with the full range of funeral services including, but not limited to the following: Burials and Cremations for all denominations; Local and International Repatriation of a loved one; Prearrangement Funeral Plans; Pre-payment Funeral Plans through a long established Friendly Society. Many people now realize that planning ahead will give them peace of mind. This benefits their families by sparing them the added stress and responsibility of arranging a funeral when grieving. The belief at Holy Cross Funerals is that to be invited to care for, and to be part of a family in need is indeed a special privilege. Holy Cross Funerals welcomes any enquires from Parishioners by calling 3293 0555 or visit: www.holycrossfunerals.com / email: info@holycrossfunerals.com

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SCOTT and Rachel Lawrie, the driving team behind the Goodyear Autocare Store at Clayfield, have focused on providing the local community with an exceptional level of personal customer service, rounding up two years of ownership, in addition to providing an extensive range of tyres, the store has become the local ‘one-stop-shop’ for car maintenance, mechanical repairs, inspections and logbook servicing. Since taking over the business in 2008, Scott and Rachel’s goal to give consumers a store with a strong customer focus has seen their clientele grow rapidly. ‘As well as expert and quality car servicing, which are both extremely important in the running of your car, we have come into this focused on customer service.’ Rachel said. ‘We want to gain the satisfaction that comes from providing a service to the local community which is friendly, helpful and second to none.’ Scott and Rachel are proud to see customers from as far afield as Roma incorporating a trip to Goodyear Autocare Clayfield in their plans when coming to Brisbane. ‘I believe it is a testament to our level of customer service that during some tough economic times, our business has continued to grow’ Scott said. If your vehicle is booked in for an extended stay, Goodyear Autocare Clayfield are happy to drop their customers into the city or the local Toombul Shopping Centre while work is completed on your car. Goodyear Autocare Clayfield is located at 489 Sandgate Road, Clayfield. You can contact Scott, Rachel or their customer service team on 3262 8000.

SENIORS NEWS Kedron-Wavell’s Executive Chef shaves for a cure!

KEDRON-Wavell Services Club has once again signed up to be a Public Shave Event for 2011 with their Executive Chef Russell Hickey as our ‘Knave of Shave’ going under the razer on Thurs-

day 10th March to help the many Australians who are being diagnosed with leukaemia’s, lymphomas or myeloma every year. The Club is proud to be a public shave and colour venue for the past five

years running. As a public shave venue, Club employees, patrons and members of the local community will be centre stage to take part in raising funds for the 30,000 Australians who are liv-

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THE University of the Third Age Pine Rivers Inc. is holding its AGM on Friday the 18th of March at Bray Hall, Cnr Cooke & O’Loan St, Petrie at 10.00am. We will also have a Guest Speaker Di Delchau, The President of U3A On Line, who will open up this important part of our organisation to those who cannot join and participate in the day to day functions of our

daytime U3A due to commitments and other restrictions. A range of courses will be mentioned. So please attend for an interesting discussion and a friendly cuppa and bickies. All members and possible new members please roll up to see our group in action. Pleas ring 3321 0681 for details or our web site at www.u3apinerivers.org.au

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ing with a blood cancer. All money raised at the Club for the Leukaemia Foundation World’s Greatest Shave will directly support patients and their families when they need it most through the provision of practical assistance, accommodation and other support measures. Funds raised by World’s Greatest Shave will also assist with the Foundation’s research effort into better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. Kedron-Wavell’s own Executive Chef, Russell Hickey, is one of the Club’s brave shavers and is even offering the highest sponsor the chance to shave his head on the night. “Kedron-Wavell has always been a proud supporter of Shave Night, and it is a very entertaining event for everyone. Even if you’re not up there getting shaved, cut or coloured there are many ways you can get involved, we will have lots of donation tins going around on the night and an amazing raffle with lots of prizes that have been so kindly donated,”

says Mr Hickey. The Club is looking to raise up around the $10,000 mark by Thursday the 10th of March – selling raffle tickets to give away an exclusive Chef’s Table for 10 people in a private restaurant Not only will Kedron-Wavell

Services Club be hosting the Shave – an event in itself – it will also be providing free live entertainment plus food and drink specials throughout the night. The Club is inviting all members of the community to come and watch –

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Redlands Evening VIEW Club LADIES, interested in making new friends and having fun? And do you want to help educationally disadvantaged Australian children? Would you enjoy coffee nights, dinner meetings (monthly), theatre nights, listening to fascinating guest speakers, movie nights, and so on - with lovely friends? If so, you would enjoy Redlands Evening VIEW Club. (“VIEW?” you ask. Why, it’s Voice, Interest, and Education of Women.) New members are always welcome to join VIEW. Our next monthly meeting is held on Tuesday, 22 March, 6:30 p.m.

for a 7:00 pm. start at The Redlands Indigiscapes Centre, 17 Runnymede Rd, Capalaba. This month’s guest speaker is jeweller, Mr Stephen Dibbs, whose topic is “Gemstones and Their Care”. A two-course meal, including tea and coffee, for $24 is provided. The evening’s activities include a lucky door prize and a raffle. If you wish to find out information regarding what View can do for you, please contact Jo on 3820 6293. If you wish to attend the dinner meeting, please ring Carolyn on 3134 3076/ Mob 0402 295 725by 6 p.m. of the Sunday prior to the meeting.

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Clubs throughout Australia support the Smith Family organisation’s Learning for Life program which enables children from disadvantaged homes to maximise their educational opportunities. If you would like to join us for lunch and find out more our next meeting will be held on Thursday 10th March from 11.30am for 12 noon. Please contact Betty 3285 6190 so that we can arrange adequate catering.

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Chapel Hill VIEW Club Meeting THE Chapel Hill VIEW Club meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at Mt Ommaney Hotel/ Apartments at 11am for 11:30am. The Club warmly invites new members and guests to join us for some fun and friendship and to enjoy interesting speakers and “outings” during the year. Come along on the 5th of April to our Luncheon and enjoy our Easter Hat Parade and speaker Zoe Rathus AM: on the topic of Women and the Law. VIEW stands for Voice, Interest and Education of Women and is part of a national women’s

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“VIEW”, a National Organisation, stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women. VIEW women are seriously committed to providing educational opportunities for disadvantaged Australian children and their families, and have great fun while actively contributing in their local communities. VIEW is non-sectarian and non-party political. VIEW women ultimately support The Smith Family Ipswich Evening VIEW Club started the year with a visit from National Councillor, Lindsay Basford as Guest for the evening. Much of the conversation over dinner dealt with members’ experiences of the recent floods and stories were told of the amazing volunteer work done by so many people. Lindsay raised everyone’s spirits and brought tears to the eyes of our flood affected members by presenting them with a Pamper Parcel. The letter of support from National

President, Heather Isemonger, was gratefully received. Two fund raisers for 2011 will be Theatre nights at the Historic Ipswich Little Theatre - “London Suite” in May and “The 39 Steps” in September. These nights include a delicious supper and are always enjoyable. Last July, a group from Ipswich Evening VIEW visited Warwick for the Jumpers and Jazz Festival, where the art of “yarn bombing” trees throughout the town has developed into an annual 10 day Art and Music Festival and were delighted to be entertained at a concert arranged by the Warwick VIEW Club. Ipswich Evening VIEW Club meet & dine monthly on the 1st Wednesday. Phone Pam 3810 5885 by 9.00am Fri. before meeting to book. Email: ipswicheveningview@hotmail.com for enquiries. We are eager to welcome new members and VIEW members visiting our lovely city.

(VOICE, Interests and Education of Women) Newmarket VIEW Club meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at the Gaythorne R.S.L. Club, 534 Samford Rd., Mitchelton, 10.30 a.m. for 11.00 a.m. start. We have a guest speaker at most meetings, raffles, lucky door prize and a book-swap. Two course luncheon with tea/coffee is $22. We are a small club and welcome new members and visitors with a warm, friendly atmosphere which encourages social interaction. In addition to our meetings we have monthly social outings – coffee mornings, movie days and luncheons – with an occasional bus trip. It’s all about fun and friendship so do come along, make new friends, be better informed and enjoy yourself while helping our club make a worthwhile contribution to the Smith Family through the Learning for Life program which assists disadvantaged Australian children with their schooling. Our next meeting is on Tuesday, March 22nd when we will have a guest speaker from the R.A.C.Q. to talk to us about “The Years Ahead” program. If you are thinking of joining a new club we would be very happy to welcome you as a visitor. For further information please contact Estelle 3356 7598 or Carol 3289 3480.

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IPSWICH will celebrate International Women’s Day at the Masonic Hall, Cnr. Roderick and Nicholas Streets, Ipswich on Tuesday 8 March. It’s a celebration of what women ‘have’ done, ‘are’ doing and ‘can’ do! Guest speakers during the event are Desley Marshall, Margo Wall, Kerry Jonsson and Chris Figg.

Activities commence at 10am until 1.30pm on 8 March. Ticket cost is $32 or table of 10 $300 which includes morning tea, a 2 course lunch and a small gift package. There will be lucky door tickets and multi draw raffle prizes including Breville products. RSVP Elsie Denham, phone 0448 212 265 or email: elsiedenham@yahoo.com.

O’Mahony Clan Reunion THE Australian O’Mahony Clan are meeting in Adelaide on Saturday 16 April 2011 at the Holdfast Bay Bowls Club in Glenelg North. Clan members and family, friends and interested persons are invited to this day to meet and discuss family history. John O’Mahony from Galway, Ireland

Members and friends at our Christmas luncheon late last year

WE would like to wish all readers the very best for 2011 and hope that you all had a very nice Christmas. Brisbane and Queensland haven’t had the best start to the New Year with the recent floods. We feel for the concerns of many seniors that have been affected and wish them all a speedy recovery from this disaster. We meet on the 2 nd Thursday of the month at Enoggera Memorial Hall, 349 Wardell Street, and Enoggera. It is handy to many Bus Routes and to Enoggera Railway Station. Parking and wheelchair access are available via Trundle Street. We have a full program organised for the 2nd Thursday and have also planned a few bus trips on the 5th Thursday of some months. Our next club meeting will be on 10th March 2011 and we will be having a speaker from COTA. The subject will be ‘Eat Well Be Active’. We start at 10 o’clock, but you are invited to come at 9.30 and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, biscuit or bun, be-

fore we start the day’s program. If you would like to get out of the house and meet some like age people and are over 50, you are more than welcome. Come and visit us and see if it’s the club you would like to join. We have many say we are a very friendly group, so come and check us out. Please phone Doug or Valmai on 3856 4275 or 0419 701 249 for further information. On Thursday 31st March 2011 we are having a bus trip to Parrots in Paradise at Glasshouse Mountains for the afternoon show, walk through the aviaries – meet the farm animals. Share the experience of Dail’s amazing performing parrots and friends. In the morning we will be heading to Bribie Island for Morning Tea. The cost of the Bus Trip, morning tea and show at Parrots in Paradise will be $33.00. Lunch will be at Buderim at your own expense. For more details and booking please phone Doris Welch on 3366 6182.

will be giving a talk on “The Famine, 160 Years On” and Finbarr O’Mahony from Dublin, Ireland will talk on “The O’Mahony Society DNA project”. Contact Greg Mahony for details at unit 74/139 Pring Street, Hendra, Qld 4011 or email mahonygreg@yahoo.com.au.

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SENIORS NEWS Freehold retirement community – Open Day

In the vein of Tuesdays with Morrie, Love in Dying is a story of reflection; a contemplative journey recognising and acknowledging love in its many shadings. In a heartfelt way, the story takes a look at the inevitability of dying whilst embracing the concept of conscious living. We share Sarah’s thoughts and feelings. Enter into the warmth of her friendships and experience the ups and downs of her relationships. The challenges of the life portrayed, offers the reader opportunities to ponder questions that are fundamental to every life’s journey. No life goes without challenges and it sometimes takes a lifetime to realise that facing and dealing with these challenges is the success story that we all aspire to reach. We hope, should you choose to pick up this book, that you will enjoy the journey you will share with Sarah and find something within its cover that speaks to your own heart.

IF you’re considering your retirement options then lock it in your diary: Pebble Beach Freehold Retirement community will be holding an Open Day on Friday 25th March. This will be an ideal opportunity for those interested to tour the latest stage (due for completion early March), view display homes & join friendly residents for afternoon tea! Pebble Beach Freehold retirement community is unique because its ownership structure means residents have all the rights of freehold home owners but still get to enjoy the security and community atmosphere of a retirement community. “In this way Pebble Beach has been designed to bridge the gap between full service retirement living and owning your own home,” says Sales Manager Mac Jackson And whilst Pebble Beach might not provide all the bells and whistles of some other options, that is

exactly what the developer intended and is just how the residents like it. “Pebble Beach doesn’t boast a swimming pool, restaurant, bowls club or any on-site care however the community’s proximity to an abundance of services, clubs and facilities allows residents to pick and choose those they want, without being burdened by ongoing costs and service fees associated with on-site facilities they may not even use.” Pebble Beach Community is at 210 Bestmann Road East, Sandstone Point – just across the bridge from Bribie Island. It offers quality brand new 2 and 3 bedroom freehold retirement homes with prices starting from $329,950. You can visit Pebble Beach online at: www.pebblebeach.com.au The sales office is open 7 days per week from 10am-4pm and the Open Day will be held onsite Friday March 25th.

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nine, including guest speaking, Lanham Fair, school and church events and those organised by fellow historical societies. Membership of the society is in excess of eighty, some of whom live intra and interstate and still retain a connection to their old home. Others, the writer included, come from other parts and having settled in the district have become attracted even addicted to its 170 years of post settlement history. Many of our members have lived here all their lives and have witnessed many changes, not all of which they have been comfortable with, so with the help of the historical society they can retain that link that means so much to them. Our extensive collection of photos and data on so many aspects of Enoggera and districts development, made up of people, houses, businesses, schools, sporting organisations, churches and of course the military will absorb and delight you come and see for yourself, there is every chance you may see a photo of yourself or of a family member. We would also welcome any information you can pass on to us. The society’s research centre is located at the historic Enoggera Memorial Hall on the corner of Wardell and Trundle Streets (refidex 139A10). We open each Thursday between 9.30 and 1pm and on the first Saturday of each month between 1-4pm. We welcome individuals and groups and can arrange for a guest speaker to come and talk to your organisation. Contact Dave on 3366 3191 or dlivett@optusnet.com.au

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Beware flood damaged vehicles THOUSANDS of cars submerged in recent floods may find their way onto the used car market. To avoid being caught out, car buyers should get a Vcheck report through Queensland Transport to see if the vehicle is listed on the Written Off Vehicle Register. Vehicles that were not insured or are more than 15 years old may not appear on the register, so it’s important to also get a vehicle inspection. For RACQ Vehicle Inspections visit www.racq.com/ vehicleinspections. A RACQ fact sheet Repairing Flood Affected Vehicles, available at www.racq.com/ technicaladvice, provides a thorough guide. March 2011 - Brisbane Seniors - Page 25

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Established: 31 years Staff : 3 Contact Details: Cnr. Ewing and Wembley Roads, Logan Central Phone: 3209 1557

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Where life begins for the over 50’s

River Glen Haven is a planned community providing top quality homes. The village is situated at Waterford which is 30 minutes south of Brisbane and about 35 minutes north of Surfers Paradise. The homes are spacious with a carport. There is room for a small garden and you don’t have to bring a lawn mower! Your lawns will be mowed for you by the resident manager and his staff. At River Glen all services and facilities necessary to make the lives of the residents comfortable and more enjoyable are in place. A Bus for shopping expeditions, resident manager, craft cottage, men’s workshop, visitor carparking, public bus stop at the front gate and a visiting doctor.

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Focus on MORAYFIELD /CABOOLTURE M

ORAYFIELD is a suburb of Caboolture and owes its Scottish-sounding name to merchant, sugar grower and politician, George Raff, who purchased some of the land held by the former Caboolture Cotton Company. He named it Moray Field after the Raff family’s native Morayshire in Scotland. It was frequently written as Morayfields but from 1881, became Morayfield as it is today. George Raff was the first Member for Brisbane in the first Queensland Parliament in 1860. His diverse enterprises included founding the Queensland Steam Navigation Company and much of the success of the direct wool trade between Brisbane and London has been

attributed to him. He is also believed to have been the first person to have used a locomotivehauled tramway in a Queensland Sugar Plantation. Until the mid-1980s, Morayfield had been a rural area with a small dairy, a sawmill, primary school and 21 farmers. The rapid growth of the greater Brisbane area after that saw a huge surge in population there from 96 in 1911, to 2300 in 1986 and to well over 18,000 some 20 years later. Today the area, which extends from Caboolture South to Burpengary, and from Upper Caboolture to Beachmere in the east, continues to grow apace. The ever-increasing population saw the opening in 1985 of 16 shops. Today, the Morayfield Shopping Centre is a mecca for residents with

117 shops, two discount department stores, two supermarkets and eight cinema screens. In 2001, the 10,000 sqm Warehouse Supa Centre opened and Harvey Norman, Bunnings, Spotlight and Woolworths opened stand-alone premises along the new highway strip. The first high school opened in 1981 with the Morayfield East Primary School following suit in 1991 and Minimbah Primary School in 1997. Today there are two State High Schools, a Catholic College and seven State Primary Schools as well as the State’s largest Special School.. Sport has not been overlooked and Morayfield offers venues for soccer, rugby , touch football, golf and hockey. The Morayfield State Electorate is located in the

growth corridor between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. It includes the suburbs of Caboolture South, Upper Caboolture, parts of Rocksberg and Moorina, Morayfield and parts of Burpengary and Narangba. The area is one of the fastest growing regions in South East Queensland with key industries in retail, services, hospitality and property. The Electorate has three train stations – at Morayfield, Burpengary and Narangba – and also has the depot of Kangaroo Bus Lines. The many challenges set by the burgeoning population have seen new buildings and facilities at every primary and secondary school, a new Ambulance Station at Narangba with intensive care paramedics on staff , a new Fire Station and Police Station and additional parking and facilities at train stations.

Plenty for everyone at Caboolture

CATCH some of the best names in country music at Caboolture on Brisbane’s outskirts this April-May. The 2011 Urban Country Music Festival, presented by Moreton Bay Regional Council, packs a stack of music, entertainment, and family fun into four days over Queensland’s Labour Day long weekend from Friday, April 29 to Monday, May 2. American sensation Joe Nichols will headline some of the best in the business at Saturday night’s concert which also features James Reyne, The McClymonts, Jonah’s Road and 2011 Toyota Star Maker Luke Dickens. While the concerts are a major highlight, there will be plenty for everyone this year, as the festival slots into a new home at the Caboolture Historical Village and the surrounding sporting and showgrounds precinct. The village’s old buildings will provide the perfect nostalgic setting for 5 amaz-

ing stages, buskers, bush balladeers, Stockman’s arena, dance workshops, activities for the kids and country markets. Old favourites like the Beaut Ute Competition, the Voice of Urban Country Talent Search, and bush poetry are back. There’ll also be the chance to learn about the inspiration behind artists’ songs at the Songwriters Cafe, a Slim Dusty and Johnny Cash tribute show by Dave Reynolds and a Bluegrass Brunch featuring The Redlands Bluegrass Boys and The O’Donnells at the village hotel. Almost all events are free. For the lowdown on what’s planned, see the festival website at www.urbancountry.com.au The festival is proudly presented by the Moreton Bay Regional Council and major sponsors Grand Prix Mazda and Caboolture Shire Herald.

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Focus on MORAYFIELD /CABOOLTURE Computer problems? - No worries! THERE is no denying that many seniors are not com- hensive knowledge of all the latest computers, inpletely computer savvy. This cluding laptops, maintenance, virus detection and is hardly surprising since computers had not been prevention and security but also for tutoring cusinvented when they were young let alone been an tomers on how to maximise the use of their computer. integral part of school, social life and the work place In fact, the only thing about this family company that as they are today. has not moved with the times is the good, old fashIn spite of this, more and more seniors are getting ioned service! A free call to Dave or Narelle on 1800 their own computers and finding that they can add 65 44 50 will bring an immediate response. immeasurably to their lives with fast, easy and inex- “We can come to you and get your computer back in pensive correspondence with friends and family in- action quickly or, for bigger problems, we offer a free terstate and overseas, 24-hour up-to-the minute news pickup and delivery service. reports , transferring favourite songs to music CDs “We have recently dealt with virus and spyware reand all of the diverse information to be found on the moval, data backup and recovery and insurance internet. quotes and repairs” Dave said. The only possible downsides to owning computers “Our customers are getting more ambitious all the are learning how to use them to best advantage, keep- time and it is not unusual for them to want to learn ing up to date with new applications and knowing about the latest software products and programs, what to do when they get a virus or crash. operating systems and peripheral devices so they The answer to all the above is to call to Dave Blears can use a digital camera with their computer, transfer Computing for any computer-related difficulties. This music to iPods and so on. Some even want games so family company has been in business for more than the grand kids can have fun then they visit. We can 20 years and is well known not only for its compre- tutor them until they are confident and able to have hours of enjoyment on their own.” Dave also numbers many companies among his clients, all of whom rely heavily on the efficient running of their computers to keep their business working efficiently. So if you want to learn more about your computer, get it repaired straight away or install new programs, free call the number above or visit www.davecandoit.com.au for a full list of their services.

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Get Active GET active at Morayfield Shopping Centre by joining the Just Walk It Heart Foundation Walkers Group! Meet outside the Western Entrance (Gloria Jeans) at 7:20am each morning, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). Walk safely in air conditioned comfort out of the sun. You’ll not only get fit you’ll get to meet others in your local community. Walkers of all ages are welcome. There are no fees – the Walkers Group is free of charge to all Morayfield Shopping Centre customers – and it’s supported by the Heart Foundation. Contact Centre Management for your registration form on Ph: 5499 4255, or ask for one when you turn up.

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Stay on the move with a mobility scooter WHAT happens if the doctor says “Sorry, I’m not renewing your drivers licence”? No worries; sell your car; get a mobility scooter and off you go! Nothing changes, you’re still independent! What is a mobility scooter? It is described as having a seat over 2 rear wheels, a flat area for your feet and handle bars to steer. Now that sounds pretty basic doesn’t it! One of the first mobility scooters was built in Michigan, USA. It was called the “Amigo” and was front wheel drive. Would you believe some of the earlier scooters were petrol powered? Imagine cruising down the aisle of Woolies or Coles blowing out blue smoke. You’d be really popular wouldn’t you! Mobility scooters have come a long way since then. The latest technology is the Pride Parthrider 140XL. It has independent suspension, disc brakes, an incredibly comfortable seat and it really skips along…. It’s like driving down the street in your favourite lounge chair. It is in effect a replacement for your car. Most people are not aware that when you ride a mobility scooter, in the eyes of the law you are a pedestrian. You are not a car; you are not even a bicycle. You are a pedestrian, so all of the rules and regulations relevant to a pedestrian are relevant to you. In answer to your next question… yes, you do have to register your scooter to use it in public. And, yes it is free. To register your scooter you need a letter from your doctor saying you need the use of your scooter to get around. You fill in 3 forms at the transport department and it is registered for free. (This is one of the few things we get off Aunty Anna for nothing). There is an incredible range of scooters available now, from models that easily come apart to fit in the boot of your car, through to mid sized models, right up to the top of the range to replace your car. (Tickle your fancy with Lamborghini Gold, Ferrari Red and Lightning Silver). So, take a test drive today at our private courtyard test track at Shop 1, 205 Morayfield Road, Morayfield, or call the family – Dave, Mick or Julie and we will come to you. Phone 5499 1903 anytime! If you’d like a fun guest speaker at your next meeting or function call Dave, he’d love to come along and inform and entertain you!

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HE Caboolture area was first settled in 1842 when the land around Moreton Bay Penal colony was opened up to free settlers. Rather like Morayfield, Caboolture is 50 kms

north of Brisbane. It was originally a small dairy town whose excellent location on the corridor between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast resulted in an influx of residents in the 1970s and 1980s. This was accelerated by the

down the Caboolture River to Deception Bay and then taken by steamer to Brisbane. The discovery of gold at Gympie was a further attraction to the area and Cobb & Co. soon used Caboolture as a stopover connecting Brisbane, Gympie and Maryborough. By 1867, the tiny settlement was established as a supply and trading centre to service the needs of miners travelling from Brisbane to the Gympie goldfields. The local shire was constituted in 1879 and in 1888 the railway line from Brisbane opened. Today, Caboolture is a regional

electrification of the railway line to Brisbane making travel to the capital less than an hour away. The development of the Bruce Highway to the freeway and the availability of cheap land were also important factors. The first Crown land in the area was sold at auction in1864 for one pound sterling an acre and it was not long before a thriving agricultural industry with sugar cane, wheat, maize and Indian corn were being grown on the river flats. Prior to this, timber had been the principal industry. Massive logs of the valuable ,and now rare, red cedar were rafted

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Caboolture Senior Citizens Club

ACTIVITIES are back into full swing after our Christmas break. Indoor bowls are on Monday & Wednesday afternoons from 1pm and cards and bowls again on Friday from 9am. Our first bus trip of the year was a visit to Gympie Senior Citizens on the 4th February, when 42 members enjoyed bowls, cards and a concert with lunch provided as well. On Thursday 17th March (St. Patrick’s Day) we visit Beenleigh Senior Citizens for a concert and lunch. The bus will leave the centre at 8.15am and there are still seats on the bus if you are interested. Thursday, 31st March, we will hold our first Club Social Day. Morning tea, concert and lunch are all provided at a cost of $10 and there will be the usual raffles, lucky door prizes and Bring & Buy stall. Our Annual Cent Auction will be held on Tuesday, 12th April, commencing with morning tea at 9.30am. There will be lots of great prizes to win from 10am onwards and admission is only $2. So come along and bring your friends for a good morning of entertainment. Our general club meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month, commencing at 9.30am and provide a good chance for members or intending members, to catch up with what is going on in the club. There are also raffles on that day as well. Enquiries 5495 2898.

transport hub with connections across the Great Dividing Range via the D’Aguilar highway providing easy access to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Two bus companies and an airfield see Caboolture travellers exceptionally well provided for. Caboolture has a nine hole golf course, recreational aviation, rugby league and cricket teams and hosts the annual

amateur boxing tournament, the Australian Golden Gloves while the Caboolture Snakes rugby league team has won the Best Rugby League title in Queensland for three consecutive years. Caboolture is well known for the annual Urban Country Music Festival. Schools include Caboolture State High School, St Columban’s College, St Michael’s College and Tullawong High

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Focus on MORAYFIELD /CABOOLTURE Caboolture Heritage Drive

ABOOLTURE River Road Heritage Drive is a me andering track through Caboolture’s early settlement. In the late 1800s when the area was first settled, the journey was bumpy, hot and time consuming. Today you can relieve the journey of early settlers in half hour of air conditioned comfort. The drive starts at the corner of Morayfield Road and Caboolture River Road, the site of the Morayfield State School, originally built in the 1870s. Say so long to school days and suburbia to seek out the second site – S Hausmann and E C Newton Parks, these adjoining parks commemorate the contribution of Mr Hausmann and Mr Newton to the development of the area. As the winding road continues its journey, the next stop is the final resting point for many of Caboolture’s early pioneers. The 1870s Uniting Church and Cemetery looks like it is straight out of Little House on the Prairie and is set amongst a background of mountains and forest. Farming is a tough

lonely business and by the 1890s the Upper Caboolture region needed a place for social networking to occur. Over a period of three weeks, the Farmers’ Assembly Hall was built and provides site four on the Caboolture River Road Heritage Drive. Sheep Station Creek Conservation Park provides an opportunity for visitors to get out, stretch your legs and bird watch. As you pass Sheep Station Creek you are getting toward the end of your journey. Old North Road and Zillmans Crossing is the penultimate stop and marks the original trail from Brisbane to Caboolture. Each site on the drive is marked by a cairn and a description of the site and its historical significance. Opportunities to stop for petrol and food are few so don’t forget to take a picnic. Rocksberg Park Heritage Reserve, the final stop on the drive, has shady picnic facilities and a creek for swimming. For more information www.weekendnotes.com/cabooltureriver-road-heritage-drive

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THE next monthly luncheon of the Caboolture VIEW Club (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) will be held on Thursday 17 March 2011 at the Caboolture RSL Club at 10.30 am for an 11.15 am start. There will be a ‘Bring and Buy’ table plus lucky door prize and raffles. The guest speaker will be Phil McLean. He is the spokesperson and Co-ordinator of “Friends of the Street” which is a community based organisation based in Caboolture and servicing the needs of homeless people in Caboolture, Bribie Island and Deception Bay Communities. Our normal social day on Thursday 7 April has been changed to Friday the 8 April so members and visitors can attend the QB01 Zone ‘Friendship’ Conference to be held at Caloundra at the Power Boat Club, Woorim Park, Golden Beach, 10 am for 10.30 am start and costs $25. RSVP Ann McKenna on 3385 5952. Caboolture VIEW Club invites any ladies in the Caboolture area who are thinking of joining a friendship club to attend a meeting as a visitor to see if our club has what you are looking for. Caboolture VIEW supports The Smith Family by fund raising for their Learning for Life programs which supports education for disadvantaged children so that they can create better futures for themselves. So if you are looking for friendship and supporting disadvantaged children while having fun and social interaction please phone Di Morgan on 04 3828 3619.

Genealogy at Caboolture Library

GENEALOGY is the study of family origins based on records of important events in the lives of individuals and their ancestors and families. People engage in genealogical research for various reasons - to search for their family roots, to establish a legal right to inherit property or to search for parents or children whose identity has been lost to the family through divorce or adoption. A person begins genealogical research by recording their name on a family tree and then the names of their parents, grandparents, great-grandparents and so on. Available resources in the library, inlude an Ancestry Library Edition and online resources. Contact the library today – Ph: 5433 2000.

Caboolture National Seniors

OUR branch meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Senior Citizens Centre, Hasking Street Caboolture. We have lucky door, raffle and a guest speaker. Every second we have a Bus Trip. Non members are welcome. Why not join & make new friends. Enquiries phone Bill 5428 3807.

Focus on MORAYFIELD /CABOOLTURE The Abbey Museum of Art & Archaeology state, Europe’s golden age of Renaissance, of exploration and discovery, the Industrial revolution, distant empires…. The second half of the Museum focuses on the ancient and classical world - the timeless fascination of ancient Egypt, enduring civilizations from Mesopotamia, Israel, Greece and Persia, tiny manyconquered Cyprus, the Islamic world, and the rich heritage from China, India, Japan and the ancient Americas. A panorama of history, spanning many centuries, a priceless heritage here in Australia Higlights of the Museum include a death mask from ancient Egypt; a rare armoured shoe from Olympia, Greece; gifts from Queen Mary of Teck; Old Master paintings, magnificent icons, illuminated manuscripts; part of the Rosary Palace of Edward II; a rare l2th century Islamic bronze dish and beautiful stained glass dating back to the l3th century in the nearby Abbey Church, possibly the most important in Australia. This includes a world-significant collection of medieval glass from Winchester Cathedral. Each Winter in July, the Museum hosts its famous Abbey Medieval Festival. Thousands of people flock to watch the colourful spectacle of jousting, mock combats, archery, dancing, music, crafts, living history encampments and live theatre. The week-long festival begins with its renowned Banquet and culminates in a two day Tournament with a masked ball, jousting, children’s activities, archery, medieval arts and crafts and grand parade of re-enactment groups from all over Australia. The Museum is wheelchair friendly. Disabled are catered for with easy access, ground level, no steps and disabled toilets available. Located at 1 - 63 The Abbey Place, Caboolture. Enquiries phone: 5495 1652. www.abbeymuseum.asn.au

THE Abbey Museum is a public museum almost unique in Australia. Its collections are derived from Britain’s first social history museum – the Abbey Folk Park. The Museum has won international acclaim for the quality of its displays and the scope of its collections, from many different civilisations and cultures. Its European collections of medieval art have a premier place in Australia. It has collections of prehistoric artefacts, ceramics, glass, stained glass, metalwork, woodwork, lacquer, sculpture, manuscripts and rare books, Renaissance and Baroque paintings, watercolours, icons and frescos. You will find the Abbey Museum is divided into two themes. A time passage explores the exciting history of Western Europe over the last million years to modern times. The past unfolds like a storybook of the centuries… prehistoric hunters, the age of bronze and gold, Rome’s iron legions, fierce Saxon and Viking invaders, plague-ridden towns, knights and manors, the clash between church and Each July the Museum hosts its famous Abbey Medieval Festival

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Crabby Old Man What do you see nurses?....What do you see? At forty, my young sons….have grown and are gone, What are you thinking….when you’re looking at But my woman’s beside me….to see I don’t mourn. me? At fifty, once more,….babies play ‘round my knee, A crabby old man,….not very wise, Again, we know children….my loved one and me. Uncertain of habit….with faraway eyes? Dark days are upon me….my wife is now dead, Who dribbles his food….and makes no reply. I look at the future….I shudder with dread. When you say in a loud voice….”I do wish you’d For my young are all rearing….young of their own, try!” And I think of the years….and the love that I’ve Who seems not to notice….the things that you do. known. And forever is losing….a sock or shoe. I’m now an old man….and nature is cruel, Who, resisting or not….lets you do as you will, Tis jest to make old age….look like a fool. With bathing and feeding….the long day to fill. The body, it crumbles….grace and vigour, depart, Is that what you’re thinking?....Is that what you There is now a stone….where I once had a heart. see? But inside this old carcass….a young guy still Then open your eyes, nurse….you’re not looking dwells, at me. And now and again….my battered heart swells. I’ll tell you who I am….as I sit here so still, I remember the joys….I remember the pain, As I do at your bidding….as I eat at your will. And I’m loving and living….life over again. I’m a small child of ten….with a father and mother; I think of the years..all too few..gone too fast, Brothers and sisters….who love one another And accept the stark fact….that nothing can last. A young boy of sixteen….with wings on his feet So open your eyes, people….open and see, Dreaming that soon now….a lover he’ll meet. Nor a crabby old man, look closer…see…ME!! A groom soon at twenty….my heart gives a leap. Remember this poem when you next meet an older Remembering the vows….that I promised to keep. person who you might brush aside without looking At twenty-five, now….I have young of my own, at the young soul within….we will all, one day, be Who need me to guide….and a secure happy home. there too! A man of thirty….my young now grown fast, Bound to each other….with ties that should last. Anon

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and the eye. Close the eye. Remove any excess solution by wiping the eyelashes with a tissue. Your vision may be blurred for a shot time afterwards. Don’t drive or operate machinery until you can see clearly again. Try not to let the dropper touch the eyelashes or the eye itself. Never rest it on tabletops etc. and don’t breathe on it. Always keep the bottle upright, firmly closed and in a cool place, or as directed. Check the use by date and discard when expired.

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For more than 16 years Maverick Travel has operated personally escorted group tours to the most spectacular regions of the world. The tours are limited to a maximum of 30 participants and include almost all sightseeing tours in the tour cost. In 2011 we will only be offering 3 exclusive, fully escorted group tours. If you enjoy the camaraderie and security of small group travel, these are the tours for you.

Escorted Group Tours for 2011

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Lands of great contrasts

An African Experience – 13 July 11 -18 days visiting Cape Town – The Cape of Good Hope – The Simonstown Penguin Colony – Robben Island - The Winelands – The Wild Coast – The Drakensberg Mtns. – Ladysmith – Dundee - The Zulu Battlefields – Shakaland – Hluhluwe N.P. – Swaziland – The Blyde River Canyon - Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, bordering Kruger N. P. Optional extensions to Victoria Falls, Botswana, Kenya etc. Awesome Alaska & the Historic Yukon – 07 Sep 11 – 21 days visiting Skagway - Whitehorse – Dawson City – Fairbanks – Denali N.P. – Anchorage – Girdwood – Seward – Plus a 7 night Inside Passage Cruise on ms Statendam including College Fjord – Glacier Bay N.P. – Haines – Juneau – Ketchikan – Vancouver. Plus optional extensions to, the Grizzly Bears of Knights Inlet, the Canadian Rockies, the Polar Bears of Churchill etc. Sensational South America – November 11 – 27 days visiting – Santiago – Lima – The Amazon River – Cusco – The Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu – Paraty – Rio – Iguassu Falls – Buenos Aires – Bariloche & The Lakes Crossing of the Andes. With optional extensions to the Chilean Fjords, Galapagos Islands etc. REGISTER NOW FOR 2012 South Americas Hidden Gems – March 2012 – 26 days visiting – Cartagena – Bogota – Zipaquira Salt Cathedral – Quito – The Avenue of the Volcanoes - Riobamba – The Chiva Express – The Devils Nose Railway – Cuenca – a 4 night Galapagos Islands Cruise –The Atacama Desert – Santiago. With optional extensions to Easter Island, Tahiti or the Chilean Fjords etc. For more details on the individual tours & the services that we offer, please visit our website – www.mavericktravel.com.au – or contact us on email: groups@mavericktravel.com.au

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• Ex Brisbane via Birdsville

• Geography & History Lesson • Clear, concise commentary by Graham from Charleville

• $1699.00 per person includes breakfast, lunch and dinner

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Vietnam & Cambodia are lands of great contrasts – of tantalising flavours, stunning beauty, colourful history and unique culture. So it’s no surprise that this striking region of Indochina is an increasingly popular destination for travellers. From natural wonders to exotic cuisine, serene waterways to astonishing architecture, the attractions of these countries are legendary, as is the warm hospitality of those who call them home. RACQ Travel is delighted to offer exceptional land and cruise touring options with APT covering the highlight attractions of Vietnam & Cambodia. Guests will enjoy an exquisite holiday experience in some of the most extraordinary destinations in Indochina. Weather exploring the iconic landmarks of historic towns and bustling cities, or getting off the beaten track in remote communities, you’ll see the region brought to life by friendly local guides, subtly excellent service and engaging activities.

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RACQ Travel are offering 20% off an exclusive charter departing on the 14th November 2011 from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap with APT. Cruise along the Mekong river in a luxury boutique ship for 7 days on APT’s brand new ms Amalotus. With only 62 suites, most featuring APT’s unique twin balconies, an intimate cruising experience aboard the MS Amalotus is assured. You’ll be welcomed back from every day’s adventures with a refreshing drink, lemon-scented towelette and slippers – just a small indication of the attentive service that, along with the variety of stylish public areas, ensures guests enjoy the level of indulgence only APT can offer. From beautifully appointed suites to the range of expertly prepared local and Western cuisine, every feature contributes to a truly opulent discovery of the sights, sounds and remote beauty of the Mekong Delta. Contact one of RACQ Travel’s award winning travel consultants on 1300 888 449 or email travel@racq.com.au to find out further information about the cruise and details about additional land extensions.

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Special Tours: July/August - “Centre State Tour”visiting via Roma, Morven, Tambo, Barcaldine, Longreach, Winton, Cloncurry, Mt Isa & Karumba - returning via Anakie & Rubyvale - P.O.A

Sunday 3rd April MARY VALLEY RATTLER Join us for a coach tour to Gympie and ride the Mary Valley Rattler to Imbil Coach returns via Kenilworth and Maleny

October:- Jundah “Annual Angel Flight Carnival” 7 days visiting Quilpie, Windorah, Jundah - attend carnival & Oktoberfest Fundraiser for Angel Flight. Towns population of 110 swells to over 3000, a great weekend in Cooper Creek Area style. After 10' rain Green / Red sand hills. P.O.A.

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ESCORTED COACH TOURS 12 DAY TASMANIA TOUR Dep: 6th March 2012 From: $2795 Bris, $2595 Syd, $2495 Melb, $3995 Perth Concessions apply. Dinner, Bed & B’fast & sightseeing. Also 11 day air tour available, similar dates & prices.

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Dep: 10th April or 24th September 2011 – Fares from: $5395 Dep: 8th April & 21st September 2012 – Fares from: $5595 See USA & finish up with a 14 night cruise on the “Norwegian Pearl” from Miami through the Caribbean, Panama Canal & Mexican Riviera. Visit Las Vegas, Anaheim (LA) or New York. More if you want it! Grand Canyon, New Orleans, Memphis Nashville OR Orlando, Washington New York Inc: Airfares & taxes. Also April 21st Sail from New York.

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60 DAYS – Free Home Pick Up GRAND AMERICA & CANADA Dep: 31st August 2011 & 30th August 2012 Fares from $14,495 Visiting LA, USA Westcoast, Yosemite, SFO, Victoria, Vancouver, Canadian Rockies, Mt. Rushmore, Niagara Falls, Autumn Leaves, Boston, New York, Orlando, Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans, Grand Canyon and Las Vegas. Inc: Return Airfares, 56 B’fasts, 2 Lunches & 8 Dinners.

20 DAYS USA & CANADA – CALGARY to NEW YORK Dep: 17th September 2011 – Fares from: $5995 t/share Fly to Calgary – visit Montana, Custer’s Battlefield, Mount Rushmore, Deadwood, Bear Country, Chicago, Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Montreal, Autumn Leaves in New Hampshire, Boston, New York. Includes: Airfares, Sightseeing Breakfasts, Coach Travel. Add: Victoria, Vancouver & Rockies – add $2000 Add: New York to Orlando – add $2000 Escorted by Geoff Sampson

34 DAY USA, LONDON, PARIS & EUROPEAN CRUISE Dep: 27 October 2011 – Fares from $7995 Flight to Las Vegas (3 nights) then flight to Budapest, 14 night cruise to Amsterdam. 4 nights London, 3 nights Paris, 4 nights stopover Hong Kong. Add any tour of USA at cost. Escorted by owners Geoff & Val Sampson

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ENJOY the panoramic views of Alpine on a magical train trip through the peaks of Switzerland with Tempo Holidays. Price starting from $917* per person twin share, Tempo Holidays new 5-day ‘Tops of Switzerland’ rail package visits two of the most spectacular mountain tops in Europe – Jungfraujoch, home to Europe’s highest railway, and Mount Pilatus where you will ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway. Highlights include Interlaken, Jungfraujoch’s Aletsch Glacier - the longest glacier in the Alps, a ride on the Golden Pass Panoramic train to Lucerne passing through the pretty lakeside town of Brienz and unforgettable views of the surrounding mountains and lakes at Mount Pilatus. The package is valid for sale until 31

December 2011 and includes 4 nights in a 3 star hotel, 4 breakfasts, first class train travel using a Swiss Transfer ticket with 5 transfers, Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe excursion, Golden Pass Panoramic train and boat and cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus. From stylish resort towns like Zermatt and St Moritz, the ancient capital of Berne, the cosmopolitan cities of Zurich and Lucerne to the majestic snow capped Alps, Switzerland boasts spectacular scenery, cultural variety and an exciting mix of tradition and modernity. Tempo is also introducing two other Swiss rail experiences in 2011: Glacier Express Experience, and Swiss Mountain Peaks. For more information contact your local Travellers Choice agent.

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HOLIDAY & Leisure See the best of Lake Eyre with Graham

A couple of years ago a bloke from Charleville said we were heading for a 5 year monsoonal change. Here we are just entering the third year of his prediction. Spot on Pete! Lake Eyre is one of

nature’s wonders and following ex-Cyclone Yasi dumping all that rainfall, in what is the biggest catchment area in Australia, the water will make its way through the western river systems and flow

8 day/7night

into the big salty sink called Lake Eyre. Lake Eyre will more than likely end up with more water in it than it has in the last two years. Join Graham on a day flight from Brisbane to

Lake Eyre taking in the famous Birdsville Hotel. Leaving Brisbane at 7.30am on a 36 seat highwinged Dash 8, head west to Charleville and meet Graham who will provide you with an informative

ALL INCLUSIVE

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NEW TOUR! GROUP BOOKINGS WELCOME Inclusions: • 7 night’s accom. at the Mantra Trilogy apartments Cairns • Return transfers from the airport or railway station to the resort • 4 day tours: Outer Great Barrier Reef, Tablelands, Kuranda & Daintree • 7 full buffet breakfasts, 4 lunches & 5 dinners • 2 free days at leisure TOUR DEPARTS: EVERY TUESDAY Day 1 (D) ~ Transfer to the Mantra Trilogy. Tonight you will enjoy a short tour briefing with the Traveller representative, welcome drink and dinner. Day 2 (BLD) ~ You spend up to 3 hours on the Great Barrier Reef: includes snorkelling equipment, lunch and semi-submersible submarine tour. Day 3 (BLD) ~ Full day Tablelands tour inc. morning tea & cruise at Lake Barrine, lunch at Tarzali Lakes, visit Millaa Millaa Falls and Paronella Park: the romantic Spanish castle ruins in the rainforest. Day 4 (BLD) ~ Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda, to explore the village & enjoy lunch before returning via Kuranda Scenic Railway. PER PERSON

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Day 5 (B) ~ Breakfast at your leisure. Free day to explore Cairns and surrounding areas. Day 6 (B) ~ Breakfast at your leisure. Free day to explore Cairns and surrounding areas. Day 7 (BLD) ~ Journey to Mossman Gorge to enjoy the unique Kuku Yalanji Dreamtime walk: your experienced guide will take you on an easy 600m walk within the Gorge. Morning tea & question time with your guide. Lunch is at Silky Oaks then it is on to Port Douglas, before returning to the resort. Day 8 (B) ~ It’s time to say farewell to Cairns after breakfast at your leisure. You will be transferred to the airport / railway station for your onward journey.

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commentary while you discover the western river systems, the outback road networks, the small communities, the huge properties and stories about our early explorers. Graham’s knowledge comes from many years of conducting tours throughout the region and his enthusiasm for this land & history is reflected in his clear concise commentary. See the best of Lake Eyre with people that have travelled these regions for many years and enjoy a real outback experience

with Graham. Your day out on a private chartered plane includes breakfast, lunch, morning & afternoon tea, a light evening meal and informative commentary by

Graham. Cost $1699.00 per person. For further details see www.travelwest.com.au or call Graham & Deb at Travel West on 1800 654 541 or 0428 545 954.

Queensland’s best value rail tours COME and join us on a Great Value Escorted Holiday Rail Adventure. Our tours have been making seniors smile for years. Why? Because of our friendly staff, and our all inclusive packages. We know that when you retire you want to know what your holiday is going to cost you up front, so you can then sit back and enjoy it without worrying. We also know that price and quality is important, because our clients have told us that’s why they keep coming back to us year after year. Our properties are all 3 ½ star rated, and have won numerous awards for their quality and great service. The rooms are large, spacious and modern. The tours have been fine tuned with your enjoyment and comfort in mind visiting regions of interest and are run by local operator’s with years of experience. Picture yourself overlooking the Marina and hand feeding the exotic reef fish on Daydream Island, grabbing another prawn off the buffet on Long Island, or travelling by coach to interesting venues, there’s so much more as well. Travelling independently means you may not get the well rounded experience of the area you are travelling to that we can provide.

Our meals while you tour are delicious, all breakfasts & dinners are buffet style, so you can have as much or as little as you feel like, the lunches are filled with great fresh local produce and are to be enjoyed while overlooking breathtaking scenery. They are prepared by very talented chefs who continue to keep presenting meals that leave your taste buds tingling. For those of you on special diets no need to worry our chefs are also very experienced and will do their best to assist you with your needs. Don’t forget our aim is to keep you smiling. Why not let us help you to take the best advantage of the great discounts that you are entitled to with Qld rail. We are already holding seats or sleeper allocation on the trains to make booking our tours very simple. We’ll do the lot in one phone call including your Rail ticketing for you, this saves you time and effort. So for a fun tour that is going to leave you some “play” money, and the chance to meet some great new friends see our advert on page …… Or call Great Value Holidays your Group Rail Touring specialists on Phone – 1300 722 661.

HOLIDAY & Leisure Cruising Down the River …

ATTENTION ALL COACH TRAVELLERS EASTER LONG WEEKENDER COFFS HARBOUR & PORT MACQUARIE 4 DAY FRIDAY 22ND - MONDAY 25TH APRIL $630 Fare includes: Motel, breakfasts, dinners, (1) lunch, (1) morning tea, (1) afternoon tea, All admissions - Port Macquarie River Crise, Maritime Museum, Coffs Harbour Pet Porpoise Pool, Big Banana, Spectra Vision Cinema & Plantation Tour HOME PICK-UP AND RETURN BRISBANE, REDCLIFFE, GOLD COAST & TWEED AREA MAY LONG WEEKENDER JUPITER’S MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR LIVE STAGE SPECTACULAR ‘GENESIS’ MARINA QUAY INTERNATIONAL RESORT $480 - 3 DAY SATURDAY 30TH APRIL - MONDAY 2ND MAY Fare includes: Marina Quays International Resort, dinners & full buffet breakfast, (1) buffet lunch, (1) morning tea, Admissions - Jupiter’s Stage Show ‘Genesis’, Mt Tamborine Heritage Centre, Cedar Creek Winery, Glow Worm Tour JUNE LONG WEEKENDER SOUTH BURNETT, KINGAROY & GYMPIE, MARY VALLEY 3 DAYS SATURDAY 11TH - MONDAY 13TH JUNE $550 includes: new luxury motel****, dinners & breakfasts, (1) lunch at Taabinga Homestead, (1) morning tea - Majestic Theatres, admissions to Mary Valley Heritage Steam Train, Historic Taabnba Homestead Tour, Pomona Majestic Theare, Silent Film, Gympie Gold Mining, Historical Museum, The Ginger Factory

Home pick-up & return Brisbane, Gold Coast & Tweed area Will mail Itinerary on all tours, Please Phone

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Coastal Variety Tours The Moselle River

WITH European River Cruising being the new “black” in travel at the moment a lot of people think that the 2011 river cruising season is booked out but this is not the case. There are still peak summer season cruises and cruise tours still available and if you shop around they are accompanied with some great deals. One of the cruise tour operators that have peak season availability with some fantastic deals is Evergreen Tours. They‘ve just recently celebrated 30 years of operation and are a part of the Australian owned Scenic Tours group. Interestingly while the name “Evergreen” conjures up an older traveller the majority of their passengers are in their 50s to 60s. Currently their specials range from fly free to Europe (plus airline taxes) to free business class airline upgrades on cruise tours in June, July and August 2011. Their cruise tours are fully escorted with European Cruise/Tour Director which means you can really understand the local culture and history from a “locals” perspective. One of the other benefits river cruising with Evergreen Tours is their fleet. All are deluxe boutique river ships with only up to 147 passengers. This means that there is only one sitting when dinning , you can get a drink at the bar, the crew do get to know you and you don’t feel “swamped” , unlike ocean cruising. They also use one of the newest ship fleets on the European Rivers with their oldest ship only being 2 years old. These ships have all modern facilities with outside all weather french balcony staterooms that open up so you can feel the ebb and flow of the river. The ships have the added feature of having up to 12 larger owner suites which are 46% larger than the standard stateroom so more passengers enjoy an upgraded experience. All staterooms and suites are equipped with hotel-style beds, private ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, sitting area with table and chairs, TV and infotainment system. The public areas feature Panorama restaurant and bar, large Sundeck, Wellness Club, Fitness Centre, Library plus the added bonus a

rear Club Lounge & Deck. Your experience will take you through Europe’s broad and mighty rivers that, over time shaped the history, destiny and cultures of the countries through which they pass. Connecting eight countries from the Black Forest to the Black sea, the Danube is Europe’s second largest river. Sail though the MainDanube Canal, a spectacular engineering feat linking 3200kms of European Waterways. The Elbe River houses Germany’s rich history and The Moselle is one of the most hauntingly beautiful river valleys on earth. These cruises dock in the centre of towns and take advantage of included shore excursions, enabling you to witness the local life and culture up close. You can also enjoy free time to meander through the streets, shop for local crafts or watch the world go by sipping on hot chocolate or latte in the many quaint cafes. Evergreens cruise tour itineraries are well paced with sightseeing opportunities and visits to treasured landmarks & historic towns plus they have created cruise tours that include Paris, Prague, Britain & Ireland, Eastern Europe, Dalmatia Coast, Italy and The European Alps. In regards to those special deals for a limited time only Evergreen is offering book a top-deck deluxe Amadeus Suite on selected Evergreen Tours Europe River Cruising departures and Fly Return to Europe for only $1,495pp and receive a Free Business Class Upgrade between Asia and Europe (conditions apply). To book contact Evergreen Tours on 1300 364 414 or visit www.evergreentours.com or see your

Herman’s Tours and Travel FULLY ESCORTED TOURS EASTER 2011 BATHURST 21 – 27 APRIL Highlighted by a 4 night stay at the Governor Macquarie Inn at Bathurst and sightseeing trips to Cowra, Blayney, Canowindra, Abercrombie Caves and Rockley . Visit Western Plains Zoo at Dubbo en route. Fare: $1880.00 includes Dinner, Bed & B’fast (twin Share), m/teas, lunches, admissions and door to door transfers.

DAY TOURS Sat, 5 March Sat, 19 March Wed, 30 March Sat, 2 April Sat,16 April Sat, 30 April

Tweed Valley – Murwillumbah Art Gallery Lake Cootharaba – North Coast Twin Town Entertainment (Andrew Sisters tribute) Ravensbourne – Highfields Christmas Creek – Barney View Point Lookout, Stradbroke Island

Contact our office for brochures on all above tours Enquiries: 599 Oxley Road, Corinda - PO Box 200 Corinda, 4075

Phone: 3379 6255

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Leisure

South Africa – Maverick’s Way In July of this year, Maverick Travel will once again take a small group of Australians to South Africa on their ‘African Experience’ tour. This 18 day group tour will be personally escorted from Australia, by Russell Kelly, the person who created the tour more than 8

years ago. In that time, the tour has become a firm favourite with Maverick Travel’s clients. Not only because it is escorted from Australia, but also because it is one of the most comprehensive tours of southern Africa. Another attraction for members of the group is

that, as with all Maverick Travel group tours, virtually all of the sightseeing and many of the meals are included in the base cost. Consequently, there is no need to buy expensive ‘optional’ tours along the way. Russell’s motivation for creating the tour was to show Australians the

More about eating out in Bali

THIS is a continuation of my gastronomical journey in Bali (see Part 1 in last month’s edition) with a sample of some of the dining options we discovered. The pick of the lot was undoubtedly The Living Room restaurant which is open only for dinner and is actually a few hundred metres from Jalan Laksmana. It has a menu that was similar in quality to Chandi but the garden setting and quiet ambience sees this place come up trumps in my books. Here’s a list of where we ate…. The Living Room: Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak. www.thelivingroombali.com Fantastic fine dining experience set about 800m from Seminyak Square. Open only for dinner and popular for functions. Great for a romantic dinner. Chandi: Jalan Laksmana, Seminyak. www.chandibali.com Another fine dining option located in the heart of Seminyak’s ‘Eat Street’. A big restaurant lacking the intimate environment, but the food is great. Air conditioned. Bookings recommended. Make sure you order the Spicy Tenderloin Lettuce Cups. Gado Gado: Jalan Camplung Tanduk, Seminyak (on beach next to Anantara and Sofitel Hotels). A Bali institution since the 80’s. Started as a popular night club featuring a tree in the middle of dance floor. However, has evolved into a classy beachfront restaurant ideal for lunch and dinner. Also a great spot to take your loved one… make sure you reserve a spot on the decking and get there

early enough to watch the sunset. Bali Bakery: Seminyak Square, Jalan Laksmana. www.balibakery.com This is one of four locations in Bali. Great for lunch or breakfast with sandwiches, burgers and espresso coffee. Menu is similar to what you’d find at any café in Australia. Trattoria: Jalan Laksmana, Seminyak www.trattoriaasia.com Popular Italian Restaurant with a couple of locations within 50m of each other. Good, woodfired pizzas. Ultimo: Jalan Laksmana, Seminyak. Huge Italian restaurant with a huge menu. Located next to Trattoria. Modern setting with low lighting to set the mood… although the table next to you may as well be dining with you. Request one of their torches to read the menu. Food is great. Mojos Flying Burritos: Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak/Kerobokan (no website but they do have a facebook page). About 1.5km past the Living Room. Californian-style Mexican cuisine. I had heard a little bit about this place so I thought I’d give it a try… not much to it, basically a hut serving up a good feed. Nothing more, nothing less. And certainly not a dining experience like the above establishments. Personally, I preferred the popular Poco Loco Mexican experience in Legian where I ate on a previous trip… but I think it was the midget walking around with tequila bottle and shot glasses that made my night there. by Dave Hulsman, editor ucango.com.au

The Drakensberg Mountains at sunset

‘real’ South Africa, by visiting parts of the country that are usually ignored by the larger tour operators. The result is a tour that offers a unique combination of game viewing, history, scenery and cultural experiences. Some of the more unusual areas visited include, the “Wild Coast”, The Drakensberg Mountains, the Zulu Battlefields of Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana, as well as Ladysmith – site of one of the most famous sieges of the Boer War. However, the more well-known areas have not been ignored, as the tour also includes Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Zululand, Hluhluwe N. P., Swaziland, The Blyde River Canyon and Sabi

Sabi Private Game Reserve. Whilst the tour is one of the most diverse tours available, Maverick Travel realises that most visitors to Africa want to see the animals and this is where they excel - all of the 6 game drives are done in open-top Landrovers, not enclosed mini vans. This allows the participants to get much closer to the wildlife. In fact, 4 of the 6 game drives are done at the legendary Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, bordering Kruger National Park. Here the vehicles are allowed to traverse the vast expanse of land belonging to Sabi Sabi, not being restricted to roads and tracks. Such freedom allows the rangers to actually “track” the

wild animals in their natural habitat – a truly unique experience that cannot be replicated in the National Parks. The 2011 tour departs on 13 July and, as with all Maverick Travel’s group tours, the total number of participants will be restricted to a maximum of 30. If you think that you may be interested in join-

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Leisure

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Great Cities! Los Angeles – San Francisco – Vancouver – Chicago – Ottawa – Montreal – Boston – New York – Washington DC – Orlando – New Orleans – Memphis – Dallas – San Antonio – Las Vegas. Landmarks! Golden Gate Bridge – Fisherman’s Wharf – Butchart Gardens – Lake Louise – Mt Rushmore, Bear Park USA - Wall Street – Empire State Building – Statue of Liberty – Manhattan – The Bronx – Harlem, The White House – Kennedy Space Centre – The Alamo – The Las Vegas Strip. Or travel with Geoff to Calgary departing 17th September 2011 and join Val on the Big Tour to New York (20 days) or Orlando (27 Save days). $50pp Be part of the epic tour that on all April will leave you with great friends, wonderful memodepartures ries and ‘stories that will last a lifetime’. The Tour departs on 31 st August 9 Nights 2011. For more information Best of Coastal or a colour brochure please Queensland contact World Discovery Tours on 1 800 645 055. May, July, August 2011 Forward journey by tilt train Return by Sunlander train Accommodation at Whitsunday’s, Cairns, ery) and Noccundra (heritage listed Cape Tribulation stone hotel; permanent population Day Tours to: four). Deserving a mention as well are •Airlie Beach the multihued wildflowers that carpet •Long Island much of the area after rain. •Daydream Island Cost for ten days is $1300 per person, •Cairns and the Tablelands and includes most food and all accom•Kuranda Skyrail modation. •Port Douglas Two special tours that take place yearly •Mossman Gorge are the mid-winter Centre State Tour •Daintree which visits such spots as Roma, •Cape Tribulation Barcaldine, Longreach, Mt Isa and Rubyvale, and the October Angel Flight Carnival Tour through Quilpie and Windorah, with a stopover at the Jundah Oktoberfest fundraiser for Angel Flight, a provider of free air transport to patients in need of medical treatment at distant hospitals. Gamble’s Charter Specialists— ”Gamble’s go anywhere”—also provide local services that include cathedral tours; discount outlet shopping; SE Queensland wine tastings and State of Origin group tours. For all the details, Mal’s the man to call: (07) 5534 3354; mobile 0412 757 823, or email karen.neill@bigpond.com.

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HOLIDAY & Leisure Saint-Paul-de-Vence SAINT-Paul-de-Vence is in the south of France about 31km from Nice. It is a charming Medieval village. We booked our accomadation for a week through the owner of the house that became our home in the tiny street of Rue des Doriers. We chose this house because it was within the ramparts, which have only 380 of Saint Paul’s 3000 permanent residents. There were plenty of pictures of the house on the net and it did look a bit too good to be true. Martine, the owner, confirmed the booking, but did not require a deposit, which I have to admit was a bit casual. Worrying on my part. I emailed her close to leaving Australia, she replied: “Hello Antoinette, The house will be available at 3pm and I will wait for you in front of “La Colombe d’Or” I have short and blond hair and I will carry a gold bag A bientot, Cordialement, Martine” What more could I want.

The rent for the week (in 2009) was 550Euro with no extra costs for linen and cleaning. The bus to St.Paul left from near our apartment in Nice. The ticket cost was 4.30 Euro and the journey took an hour. When we arrived, it was with some relief (because she hadn’t asked for a deposit) that right on 3 pm Martine saw us. We walked about five minutes along the tiny cobbled traffic free street to our house. It couldn’t have been more charming. There were three levels, kitchen and dining on the street level. Up one flight to lounge and bathroom with separate toilet, then another level to two bedrooms one leading out to a balcony. Everything in the house was spotless. While we waited for Martine, we had lunch at the Café de la Place, where, during the following week we watched many locals play petanque (Provincial bowls) on a sand terrace by the café. It is said to be the most famous sand

By Antoinette O’Connor

pitch in the world. Near by is The Columbe d’Or. Matisse, Renior, Modigliani Picasso and Chagall were some of the renowned guests of this café-hotel founded in 1920. Beyond the Café de la Place is the Royal gate, the entrance to the town. Cars seemed to have needed a permit to enter the perimeter of the town. It was traffic free with cars able to drive around the edge of the ramparts where there were a few parking zones. Through the Royal Gate was the one main street of the town. With tiny streets such as ours running from it. The main street is rich in shops containing arts and crafts that the town is famous for. We made a point of visiting La Petite Cave de St Paul , a 14th century wine cellar. Going down the steps one really has the feel of entering a cave. Continuing along the rue Grande one comes to The Grande Fountain with the wash-house built nearby. Further along in another

small square is a smaller fountain where apparently the water is still used and drinkable. At the end of rue Grande is a look-out seeing towards the coast which looked suprisingly close. Through the ramparts by this lookout was the cemetery. I wondered around the cemetery where the graves were all beautifuuly kept, some of them under large flowering oleanders. The artist Marc Chagall who lived in St.Paul for twenty years, was buried in this cemetery. Since we were not in a hotel, but in a house, we needed some groceries. Saint Paul has just one tiny food shop, selling basics in fact only what we needed for breakfast. We took the local bus to Vence to do some shopping. The supermarket was in the basement of the department store, so it was a little difficult to find. It was open over the midday period, alas not much else was open. I did find an internet outlet, but we had to be quick as it

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also was closing for ‘lunch’. On its market day, I went back to Vence, but the market was a bit of a disappointment. I meandered around the church in the square, but nearly got locked in when it too closed for lunch. Obviously one has to time everything one does in Europe. One morning we walked to the Maeght Foundation, where art dealers Marguerite and Aime Maeght created a gallery of Modern Art in1964. The gallery is on a hill in pine studded woods. In a setting of terrace and gardens there are marble statues by Miro and Mosaics by Chagall. At the time of our visit there was a special exhibition,’Miro en son Jardin’ (Miro in his garden) I have to say that Modern art is not my choice of art, but visiting the Maeght Foundation certainly give me a new appreciation into 20th century art. We entered the tiny St.Bernard chapel in the grounds and it wasn’t difficult to appreciate the beautiful 16th c Spanish crucifix as well as the exquisite stain glass windows. Truly a place of meditation. There is a very well stocked library for students of art and of course a bookshop. We had coffee overlooking the garden and enjoyed the tranquility. Back in our house in St Paul, we could look down

on the entrance to the Church known as The Collegiate de la Conversion of St Paul, originally built in the 12th century The Bell tower was built in 1740. Our stay in Saint Paul was almost over when I went to see the Chapelle des Penitents Blancs (White Penitents). Near the church and the museum the chapel is a three-sided Bell Tower dating from the 17th century. Belgian artist Jean-Michel Folon dreamt of a project for the chapel. Before any work could commence three years was spent restoring the building itself, specially the roof. Folon worked on the project until his death in October 2005, when specialists completed Folon’s plans. Today the chapel is truly a place of contemplation and reflection. Folon’s

dream comprised a mosaic, four stained glass windows, eight canvasses, and two sculptures with a floor of white marble pebbles. The result is an area of light and peace. While the chapel is said to be open every day, I went past several times with the place appearing to be locked. I bought my ticket at the nearby museum and I was the only person in there.. But what a treasure it was and what a lovely close to our stay in this truly beautiful town. St Paul de Vence is very well known, but I think the majority go for a day trip. Consider staying there, wonder the tiny streets, take in the views from the ramparts and watch the locals playing petanque in front of the Café de la Place, as they have been doing for centuries.

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Ph: 3489 3312 $219,000

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Over 50’s Village “The Springs”, Silkstone

Ruby Gardens Over 50’s Luxury Living

Priced to sell @ $315,000 Enquiries phone 3804 6363

Code: 2383

3 bed, 2 bath, single lock up garage. Open plan living area. Incl. dishwasher, aircon. blinds, curtains, solar electricity, estab. garden, tank, garden shed, auto garage door, paved BBQ area. Onsite facilities incl: bowling green, tennis court, swimming pool, ballroom, workshop, licenced bar, library, gym and cinema.

$310,000 Phone: 3810 5856

Desperate to sell $465,000 Ph 0428 540 029

Sapphire Gardens Over 50’s

2 double brms, spacious stand alone home, located in rural setting with excellent resort amenities. Opposite train station and 10 min walk to doctor and chemist. Separate kitchen, large open plan lounge/ dining room, separate bathroom and toilet. Air-con and private outdoor spaces.

3 bedrooms, large living, Enviro Insulation. Air-con, garage, front verandah, 2 toilets/1 shower. Bus at gate, close train and shops. 40 min to Bne/Gold Coast/Mt Tamborine. Top quality resort activities. Friendly and secure.

$265,000 Ph: 3286 5598 or A/H 3274 3240

$289,000 Phone 3382 6495 / 0423 653 749

Code 2392

Bethania Over 50’s Resort

Ruby Gardens Over 50s Resort

Retire in style! Tweed Heads South

$350,000 Call owner on 0449 970 489

Code 2396

Ph: (07) 3388 3424 - Mob: 0422 333 355 $325,000

Code 2395

2/3 bdrm unit, aircon, sliding wardrobes, sep bathroom/ toilet, good size sitting room. Very well maintained quiet peaceful end unit looking onto golf course. Carport for 3 cars, 5 mins walk to Tweed City S/Centre. Complex has pool and tennis court.

(Midway between Gold Coast/Brisbane)

Palmwoods Home Park – No flooding here

3 bdrm, walk thru bathroom, 2nd toilet, aircon, ceiling fans in all bdrms. Lge tiled modern open plan living area. Dishwasher, oven, rangehood, gas hob, gas on demand hot water, solar panels, garden shed, single lock up garage. Extra TV & phone points. Great on site facilities, bowls, craft etc. Very handy to shopping centres & public transport.

As new home only used for short holidays. 1 owner. 2 bedrooms both accessing undercover patio. Large modern bathroom & kitchen. Tandem carport for car, caravan/boat. Large underhouse storage. Over 50’s Village. Easy care/maint. Beautiful surroundings. No pets.

Spacious studio apartment with large patio. Air-conditioned, fan, fridge and washing machine. Restaurant at Club House. Village bus 5 days/wk to various shops. Family atmosphere. Joining family overseas.

Northerly aspect, unique design, 2 double bedrooms, (lge main bed. with ensuite), office, 2 pack kitchen, dishwasher, large lounge/dining, air-conditioners x 2, fans in all rooms, covered patio. Landscaped garden, shed, solar hot water. Rural setting, great facilities, pet friendly (lge & sml dogs) 5 min to shops, City/Gold Coast rail

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$360,000 Phone: 3805 8670 or 0407 145 120

Call Kevin or Geoff for inspection 0433 263 318

3 bdrm villa, all built-ins, steel construction, cnr block, pet friendly, northerly aspect, spacious garden, room for caravan or boat, 1.5 bathrooms, aircon, fans to all rooms, 2 pac kitchen, d’washer, grantie benchtops, 5 star amenities a short walk away, single carport with remote garage door.

$359,000 Ph 3823 2102 or 0406 884 775

1 yo villa on lge cnr block. 2 dble b’rooms + 1 bdrm/study. 1 bathroom, sep toilet & laundry. Open plan living with bamboo floors. 2 pac kitchen, stone bench tops, d’washer, gas cooking, hot water & heating. AC, fans, blind, awnings. Covered alfresco area. 1 ½ auto garage. Luxury onsite facilities incl doctor, hairdresser & lic bar.

Price to sell at $339,500 Call Rose 3489 7885 or 0416 043 580

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Code 2402

Upstream Bethania Over 50’s Boutique Village

Code 2400

Bethania Tranquil Retirement Village

Code 2399

Manufactured Home (Glendale)

Code 2398

Ruby Gardens Over 50s Resort, Eagleby

Contact Susanne 0411 666 850 Value at $155,000

URGENT SALE $289,000

Palm Lake Over 50s Resort Eagleby

2 bdrm + study, ensuite, WIR, sep bathroom, 3 aircon. Granite benchtops, dishwasher in kitchen. Fully insulated. Covered alfresco & carport with automatic garage door, shed. Handrails in ensuite. $1000’s of extras. Many onsite facilities. All amenities close by.

Ph 3807 0361 or 0423 699 091 $339,000

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Picturesque Murwillumbah PRIVATE SALE 3 bdrm home in leafy setting, overlooking Tweed River. Modern kitchen, bathroom, large sun entertainment area, plus S/C unit underneath with 1 bdrm, lounge/dining room, kitchen, bathroom, close to schools, hospital, shops, cafes, clubs & Olympic pool.

LADIES come and meet new friends and join us in celebrating Pine Rivers View Club’s 15th Birthday on Wednesday 16th March at Kallangur Memorial Bowls Club, Anzac Ave, Kallangur at 10.30 a.m. Local bush poet, Kevin Dean will entertain us with traditional Aussie poems. On the first Wednesday of each month we have an outing to a place of interest. The club supports The Smith Family and “Learning for Life” program. Visitors welcome. For more details and bookings for lunch - Phone Rowena 3204 4410.

Quiet low set 3 bed luxury unit, outstanding amenities. Code: 2379

Elevated view. 3 bedrooms, master with walk-in robe. Bathroom shower and bath. 2nd toilet. 2 x r.c. airconditioners. SLUG with remote. Fully insulated. Tinted windows, security screens. Quality drapes & floor coverings. Shopping bus twice weekly. Heated pool, bowling & putting greens, community hall.

THE March monthly meeting of the Probus Club of Jindalee will be on Tuesday 8th March. Guest speaker will be Heather Patrick with a presentation on her recent trip to the Kimberley. Meetings are normally held at the Jindalee Golf Club commencing with morning tea at 10.05am, however due to the recent flooding of the premises an alternative venue of St Catherine’s Anglican Church Hall is available if necessary. The outing on 22nd March will be to Pomona with a visit to the refurbished Majestic Silent Movie Theatre. Retired or semi-retired men and women are welcome. Phone Annette on 33761888.

Pine Rivers VIEW Club

Suncare Lakes Ipswich Lifestyle Living Over 50’s

Code 2384

$335,000 Ph: 3489 3292 or 0418 135 427

Code: 2377

Quiet and Secure Over 50’s Resort Park Ridge Very spacious near new 3 br with ensuite and w.i.r. Large living area, 2 air-cons, fans in each room, sunny patio. Landscaped with vege patch, 3000lt water tank. Double garage with remote door. Clubhouse with all amenities.

Code 2375

Code 2372

Flood Free

Probus Club of Jindalee

Code: 2380

Claremont Resort, Park Ridge Over 50’s Village

tennis, cards and board games with an occasional outing or other social event and an ever popular Christmas lunch. Come visit and stay for morning tea at 10am. You do not need to be over fifty, any adult is welcome to visit and join the club. For further info contact club president, Edna Herd on 3886 0378.

Code 2391

$379,000

Code 2393

Ph: 3807 1568 / 0419 760 648 $305,000 neg

Code 2371

Ruby Gardens, Eagleby

3 Bedroom Villa, all BIR’s. Large living area. Tiled throughout. 2 toilets, 1 bathroom. Aircon & ceiling fans. New insulation & 2 whirley birds. Secure garage. Water tank, small shed. We have bowls club, tennis, pool, gym, pool room and more. 2km to shops, train and M1

Code 2370

Sapphire Gardens Retirement Resort

YOU are invited to visit this thriving social club for the over fifties at the Albany Creek Community Centre in Chapman Court, on any Monday morning between 9am and noon. Club members enjoy meeting friend’s whist participating in a variety of activities including indoor bowls, table

Code 2394

Ph: 3814 1605 $230,000.00 NEG

Code 2365

2 bdrm, spacious lounge, kitchen/dining. Gas & electric ceiling fans and air-con in lounge and one bedroom. Full security. Electric garage roller door. Club house, library, foxtel, computer, craft, workshop, swimming pool, croquet and bowls. Small pets welcome. Low maintenance backyard.

Ruby Gardens Over 50’s Resort Luxury Living

Code 2368

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Life explained ON the first day, God created the dog and said: ’Sit all day by the door of your house and bark at anyone who comes in or walks past. For this, I will give you a life span of twenty years.’ The dog said: ‘That’s a long time to be barking. How about only ten years and I’ll give you back the other ten?’ So God agreed. On the second day, God created the monkey and said: ’Entertain people, do tricks, and make them laugh. For this, I’ll give you a twenty-year life span.’ The monkey said: ‘Monkey tricks for twenty years? That’s a pretty long time to perform. How about I give you back ten like the Dog did?’ And God agreed. On the third day, God created the cow and said: ’You must go into the field with the farmer all day long and suffer under the sun, have calves and give milk to support the farmer’s family. For this, I will give you a life span of sixty years.’ The cow said: ‘That’s kind of a tough life you want me to live for sixty years.. How about twenty and I’ll give back the other forty?’ And God agreed again. On the fourth day, God created humans and said: ’Eat, sleep, play, marry and enjoy your life. For this, I’ll give you twenty years.’ But the human said: ‘Only twenty years? Could you possibly give me my twenty, the forty the cow gave back, the ten the monkey gave back, and the ten the dog gave back; that makes eighty, okay?’ ’Okay,’ said God, ‘You asked for it.’ So that is why for our first twenty years we eat, sleep, play and enjoy ourselves. For the next forty years we slave in the sun to support our family. For the next ten years we do monkey tricks to entertain the grandchildren. And for the last ten years we sit on the front porch and bark at everyone.

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Animal Welfare League of Queensland to manage Ipswich Pound IPSWICH City Council is finalising negotiations to form a partnership with the Animal Welfare League of Queensland Inc to manage city’s Hooper Street Animal Management Centre. Health and Regulation Committee Chairperson, Councillor Andrew Antoniolli said a decision from Council would lead to formal negotiations for the AWL to run the day to day operations of the Animal Management Centre freeing Council staff up to focus on other animal management duties. “This is probably the best result we could have achieved to attract the expertise of the AWL with whom we have worked very closely for several years. “The AWL has been running pound operations for the Gold Coast City Council for the past 20 years and has managed to achieve a zero euthanasia rate for impounded animals there. “The AWL has an effective re-homing practice which they will now operate in Ipswich as from July this year. “This signifies a change of era for our pound and perhaps breaks the stereotype that pounds just put down unwanted animals. Ipswich City council has been working with the AWL for many years to reverse this practice, however this partnership will see a dramatic reduction in the number of unclaimed cats and dogs being euthanised at the Ipswich City Council Pound and Animal management Centre. More importantly this sees Ipswich as taking responsibility for its own problem and not simply passing our unwanted pet problem onto another community.” Councillor Antoniolli said the Animal Welfare League would further develop and deliver effective community education and support programs to the city. “These programs are designed to promote responsible pet ownership, and teaches people on how to provide for the needs of their pets. “The programs are also designed to create socially responsible pet owners who are aware of the impact of their choices on the management of animals in the community as a whole.” Cr Antoniolli said the AWL already provide a veterinary clinic within the Ipswich City Council area give

Health and Regulation Committee Chairperson Cr Andrew Antoniolli and AWL CEO Denise Bradley with Buster

the community access to low cost services for de sexing and micro-chipping and therefore reduce the number of unwanted cats and dogs within the community. “They will also provide veterinary services to the Ipswich City Council Pound and Animal Management Centre.” Animal Welfare League of Queensland CEO, Denise Bradley, said she was looking forward to working with Ipswich City Council to achieve even better outcomes for local residents and their pets. “We will be providing all the four elements of the model for ‘Getting to Zero’ of healthy and sociable dogs and cats – rehoming, education, veterinary care for pound and shelter animals and the ongoing provision of a community veterinary clinic. “We applaud Ipswich City Council’s progressive move towards becoming a more compassionate and welfare oriented council and urge other councils to follow their lead.”

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Stafford Garden Club OUR speaker for 9.30, April 21 is Leonie Kearney who will talk on Heritage Roses and companion plants. These roses are hardier than hybrid roses, don’t require constant spraying and can be propagated from cuttings. Visitors are welcome. Our motto is” Friendship through Gar-

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stalls; live music and roving entertainment; an Easter Pantomime; a visit by a parachuting Easter Bunny; Easter Egg Hunt on the beach; giant sand sculpture and sand sculpting workshops; beach games and activities; Rainbow’s Show and Eco activities; kite flying demos and kite making; Arty Brella and African Drumming workshops; the Great LEGO Building Challenge; pony, camel and amusement rides ; face painting plus much more. Yachts come into view at approximately 12.30pm . Free parking at Redcliffe Showgrounds, Scarborough Rd, Redcliffe with a free shuttle service running every 15mins to the festival site between 8.30am and 5pm. For more information phone 3205 0555 or visit www.moretonbay. qld.gov.au /festivalofsails

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Burnie Brae Fair BURNIE Brae Centre at 60 Kuran Street Chermside will be holding its annual fundraising Fair on Saturday 9th April between 9am – 12.30pm. Anyone looking for an enjoyable morning out will not be disappointed by what’s on of-

fer at Burnie Brae. Free entertainment is being provided by the Bayside Divas, Bushland Boogie and a talented ensemble from Wavell High School. There will be lots of lovely cakes and interesting craft items to buy and

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will be a number of tasty options. Café Connect will have some sweet and savoury treats along with great coffee, you can have a Devonshire Tea in the Centre’s air-conditioned auditorium and enjoy the music or for something more hearty, our BBQ stall might be the place to go. Come along and support Burnie Brae to raise funds for their Centre. Enjoyment guaranteed!! Enquiries phone 3624 2103.

Right: Stallholders enjoying a previous Fair

Gerry and the Pacemakers set the pace KEDRON-Wavell Services Club has once again snared a highly popular international act – Gerry and the Pacemakers to get the Club rocking on Friday 18th of March in the Blue Pacific Show Room. With tickets priced at only $50 they are selling like hotcakes! Gerry And The Pacemakers were truly one of pop music’s biggest stars from the 1960’s - they are touring Australia in March 2011. Fronted by the legendary Gerry Marsden, Gerry And The Pacemakers enjoyed six Top 10 hits and twelve Top 40 successes. They have proven to be a major drawcard in venues throughout Australia and the rest of the world. They were formed in Britain in the 1960s and were one of the few groups to challenge the Beatles in popularity. They created pop music history in England when their first three singles all reached No 1 in the UK charts, something even the Beatles could not achieve. The songs were “How

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Music that resonates FREE lunchtime concerts harmoniously connecting music and architecture. Brisbane City Council continues it’s much loved Tuesday lunchtime concert series in the City’s beautiful churches and cathedrals. Moving melodies, chamber music and classic sounds reverberate in the acoustic and majestic settings of lofty cathedral ceilings, faceted stone and elegant, calm surroundings. Please note that the doors open 30 minutes prior to concert. Sophisticated ladies - Clare Hansson Quartet with special guest Ms Terri Hartung provide a sophisticated hour of standard jazz classics Date: Tues-

day 15th March. Time: noon. Venue: St. Andrews Uniting Church, 299 Ann Street (cnr Ann and Creek Streets), Brisbane City. The Australian Vocal Arts Ensemble – a premier youth ensemble under the direction of Alison Rogers. Date: Tuesday 22nd March. Time: noon. Venue: Albert Street Uniting Church, 319 Albert Street, Brisbane City. Best of Senior Superstars – In the lead up to the launch of Senior Superstar 2011, it is time to enjoy the performances from past Senior Superstar favourites. Date: Tuesday 29th March. Time: noon. Venue: Queen Street Mall, Queen Street, Brisbane City.

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AS communities start to recover from the floods, the State Library of Queensland is helping children to bring joy and routine back into their lives. The State Library has been working in public libraries to deliver a free program of music, storytelling and creative play in suburbs across Brisbane. Dan Georgeson, Executive Manager of State

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State Library staff help bring children’s stories to life in public libraries Library’s Literacy and Young People’s Service, said play is the natural way children express their feelings and share their experiences. “It is all about supporting them in the development of their emotional and social literacy,” he said. The State Library is developing a program to work with public libraries and existing services in South East Queensland to develop children’s activi-

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ties to support their recovery. “We are finding many children want to talk about the floods. It is important for us to support them and give them the opportunity to express themselves. Some children draw pictures and our trained arts-workers talk with them about their drawings and assist them to add words, turning their work into story books.”

“It is important that children’s experiences are not overlooked so this project will help give them a voice to tell their own story, and will also provide some additional support to local services that have been working hard for some weeks.” “The State Library plays a significant role in recording and making sense of Queensland’s memory, not only from an adult or historical perspective, but

from a child’s point of view as well.” “Through this program we hope to collect the stories, artworks and experiences of children to ensure we have a comprehensive and diverse record of recent events,” said Mr Georgeson. To find out more, or to offer your in-kind support, please contact Dan Georgeson on 0401 668 828 or lyps@slq.qld.gov.au

FREE music in your favourite Brisbane parks. The city’s free Sunday concerts are the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon at the park with family, friends and neighbours. Stroll down, shake out a picnic rug and enjoy an afternoon of family entertainment in your local park. Sunday 13th March By popular request, St. John Ambulance Concert Band conducted by Major Ivan Cocking performs tunes from the big band era through to the sixties and seventies hit parade. Time: 2pm. Venue: White’s Hill Reserve, Boundary Road, Camp Hill. Symphonic Serenade – Enjoy the majestic band in full symphonic swing when Brisbane Symphonic Band conducted by Stefanie Smith entertains you with a mix of light classics and contemporary concert arrangements. Time: 3pm. Venue: Albert Park Amphitheatre, Roma Street, Parklands. Spanish fiesta – Brisbane Brass conducted by Jon Christo play popular Spanish melodies like Malaguena, the beautiful and haunting Concierto de Aranjuez and the foot tapping rhythms of Amparito Roca. Time: 2pm. Venue: Captain Burke Park, Holman Street, Kangaroo Point. Sunday 20th March Strictly strings. The small orchestra with a big sound, Amadeus Orchestra serenade with a mix of popular classics from Bizet to Beethoven. Time: 3pm. Venue: new Farm Park rotunda, Brunswick Street, New Farm. Classics to jazz – Paul Kucharski and Queensland Wind & Brass take you on a musical journey of concert favourites from light classics to popular jazz standards. Time: 2pm, Venue: Newstead House, Breakfast Creek Road, Newstead. City beat brass – Brisbane City Temple Salvation Army Band will display their formidable talents and provide an hour of spectacular and entertaining brass music to delight all ages. Time: 2pm. Venue: City Botanic Gardens, Alice Street, Brisbane City. Sunday 27th March Australiana – Join David Jones and Brisbane’s most historic concert band, the 50 piece Brisbane Municipal Concert Band for an hour long concert at the Mt Coot-tha bandstand. Time: 2pm. Venue: Me Coot – tha Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong. Presented by Brisbane City Council.

Art bites

HAVE a little fun with your creative side and give the arts a go through a series of free workshops designed for the beginner. Workshops cover a range of art forms from print making to life drawing, tap dance to metal sculpture, silversmithing to graphic design. Try something different learn something new and taste test the arts. The full program will be released at ourbrisbane.com/artbites. Date: Tuesday 15th March – Saturday 9th April. Venue: Community Halls, libraries and other civic places. Cast is free, bookings essential. Presented by Brisbane City Council.

QSM live music

ON Friday nights and throughout the weekend, the Queen Street Mall will come to life with the sounds of free live music performed by talented local artists. With over 450 performances each year, Queen Street Mall is truly the CBD’s live music hub. www.queenstreetmall.com. When: Fridays 4.30 – 7.30pm; Saturdays and Sundays 11.30am – 2.30pm. Venue: Queen Street Mall. Cost: free.

Pictures of the city

THE city hides many great photography locations. Enjoy a walk around the city and learn techniques to take a great photo. Each week we explore a different area of the city and draw inspirations from nature, architecture and people. Bring your own camera. All ages welcome. Date: Thursdays 10th March – 24th March. Venue: King George Square. Time: 5.30 – 7pm. Cost is free. Presented by Brisbane City Council.

Art in the first decade

FOR artistic interpretations of the last 10 years, head to Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art (GoMa) and discover 21st Century: Art in the first Decade on display until April 26. The exhibition brings together 200 plus works by more than 140 artists from 42 countries and is the largest of its kind ever staged by a single Australian gallery. Entry is free.

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Alchemy Street Choir gains conductor and pianist THE Alchemy Street Choir, Ipswich’s answer to the Choir of Hard Knocks, has welcomed a new conductor and pianist. Arts, Community and Cultural Services Committee Chairperson, Councillor Charlie Pisasale said he was proud to announce the choir had gained the services of Thomas Keenan to conduct the choir and pianist, Christopher Steinmuller

to accompany the choir. “Both of these talented people were former Ipswich City Council Master Class students who have gone on to illustrious careers in the performing arts having studied with the well known George Hogg. “Thomas has had an outstanding vocal career to date, and is currently the musical director in conjunction with George Hogg of the Ipswich

Orpheus Chorale. “Christopher Steinmuller was a recipient of a Young Performing Artists bursary from Ipswich City Council as recently as 2008. He has continued his musical career through university and is already an accomplished teacher.” Cr Pisasale said the Alchemy Choir was currently seeking more members who were able to rehearse in Ipswich on

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Wednesday evenings. “The choir has performed admirably to appreciative audiences leading up to Christmas and we are now seeking more members. Members need to have an interest in music and singing, be able to

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Forgetter Be Forgotten? Forgetter Be Forgotten? My forgetter’s getting better, But my rememberer is broke To you that may seem funny But, to me, that is no joke For when I’m ‘here’ I’m wondering If I really should be ‘there’ And, when I try to think it through, I haven’t got a prayer! Oft times I walk into a room, Say ‘what am I here for?’ I wrack my brain, but all in vain! A zero, is my score At times I put something away Where it is safe, but, Gee! The person it is safest from Is, generally, me! When shopping I may see someone, Say ‘Hi’ and have a chat, Then, when the person walks away I ask myself, ‘who the hell was that? Yes, my forgetter’s getting better While my rememberer is broke, And it’s driving me plumb crazy And that isn’t any joke.

for choir members to engage with the community. “The Alchemy Choir rehearsals take place from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm on Wednesdays at the Humanities Centre Auditorium, 56 South Street Ipswich. “We hope to build the numbers up from around 20 to contain 30 to 40 people aged 18 and upwards. “We are encouraging membership from a diverse range of community, including people at

risk of homelessness, disadvantaged, people with mental health issues and isolated community. There are no membership fees. “Participation in the Choir may assist many of these people to enjoy the benefits of singing in choral group and socialising with like minded people.” 0For further information about the Alchemy Street Choir please contact council’s Community Development Branch on (07) 3810 6655.

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THIS year sees the 150 anniversary of the Sisters of Mercy Brisbane Congregation and with it exciting new exhibitions in the Mercy Heritage Centre at All Hallows Convent. Visitors will be able to explore the life and work of the Sisters of Mercy and see how the building itself evolved, visit the magnificent Chapel and be fascinated by the extensive collection of religious relics. .Director of Mercy Heritage Centre, Peter Connell, said the professionally designed exhibition offered a unique opportunity to uncover stories about the remarkable people who have lived there. “The exhibitions examine the full breadth and depth of the rich and diverse history of the Sisters of Mercy Brisbane, interpreting the six identified themes: Beginnings, Health, Education, Welfare, Religious Life and Building History,” Mr Connell said. Accolades for the exhibition have come from the reviewers for Museum and Gallery Services Queensland

(M&SGSQ) Standards Program. They praised the “exceptionally high standard of overall achievement and commented on the well chosen, clearly articulated, design and layout. Mr Connell acknowledged the $10,000 Lord Mayor’s Helen Taylor Award for Local History from Brisbane City Council towards this exhibition. Mercy Heritage Centre has been a convent for more than 144 years. Its first building, Adderton, was built in 1858 by John Petrie and visitors have this rare opportunity to explore that historic residence.. Guided tours and demonstrations help visitors to appreciate this unique chapter in Brisbane’s history. Groups are welcome and catering can be provided. The exhibtion is at All Hallows Convent, 547 Ann Street, Brisbane and is open every Monday and Friday from 9am to 4pm. Further details and bookings can be made on (07) 3831 2252 or info@mercyheritage.com.

River City Cruises

LOCALS Darren and Carolyn Timms, owners of River City Cruises, have been cruising the river for the past six years and watched as it almost destroyed their business. The vessel M V Neptune, a Brisbane River original, was moved to the safety of Moreton during the floods and is now back plying the waters of the River. The hard working couple suffered both personally and financially, losing business and staff but are now looking to rebuilding River City Cruises with initiatives such as its Post Flood Tours. A small, family-owned Queensland business, they looking forward to showcasing the beauty of Brisbane while passengers reminisce about its history. River City Cruises will take guests on a Post Flood Tour to highlight where the devastation occurred along the river with commentary provided by the skipper about the damage caused, its effect on the city and the road to recovery. River City Cruises departs from South Bank daily at 10.30am and 12.30pm. The cruise heads under the

Goodwill Bridge and Captain Cook Bridge with the Kangaroo Point cliffs towering on one side and the lawns of the Botanic Gardens laid out on the other. It passes the high rise towers of the CBD, Brisbane’s Eagle Street restaurant precinct and the historic Customs House, sailing under the Story Bridge and past the Dockside marina, taking in the riverfront appeal of the aptly named River City. The entire cruise experience includes a one and a half hour guided tour, complimentary morning tea or purchase a light lunch from the onboard coffee shop and licensed bar. Either way, you can relax in the comfortable dining area or savour the passing scenery from the ample deck space. We look forward to welcoming you aboard – bookings essential. Phone 0428 278 473.

Castlemaine Perkins Brewery

THE Castlemaine Perkins Brewery was established at Milton, Brisbane, in 1878 and has become known as the home of XXXX Beers. Not even a massive fire in 1974 could keep the brewery from growing and becoming a Queensland icon. From April last year management introduced XXXX Ale House and Brewery tours. The tours last for one hour 15 minutes during which visitors see the heart of the brewery, touch and

smell the raw ingredients and see the packaging processes. Afterwards, visitors enjoy a buffet meal with their beers and relax in the XXXX Ale House Bar. Sunday tours are available at 11am, 11.30 and 12pm. The new Brewery Beer and Barbecue Tours are from Monday to Friday at 4pm, and on Wednesday evenings at 6pm and 6.30pm. Bookings are essential on 3361 7597.

Spotlight on 150 years of living mercy Step into the atmospheric Mercy Heritage Centre and explore the life and work of the Sisters of Mercy in one of Brisbane’s oldest surviving buildings. The core of the building, Adderton, was built in 1858 by John Petrie. A convent for more than 144 years, visitors now have the unique opportunity to explore this historic residence, gaining insights into the Sisters of Mercy daily life through intimate encounters of the nun’s living conditions and instructional training. Revealed is the full breadth and depth of the rich and diverse history of the Sisters of Mercy Brisbane, the origins of the Mercy Order and its key ministries, the All Hallows’ School and rare aspects of Catholicism through interactive exhibitions, demonstrations and guided tours. Also discover the different layers of the building’s history, the magnificent Chapel and an incredible collection of religious relics. Visitors can uncover stories of the lives lived in this incredible place as well as enjoying unparalleled views overlooking the Story Bridge and the Brisbane River from the verandahs of this unique cultural setting.

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