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WELCOME Hi Stylers! Welcome to our November edition.

This month we chat to local Sarah Keeley about her business Concious Calendar Co. Her beautiful calendars are a perfect Christmas gift for your creative and mindful friends and family ready to start fresh in the new year.

Speaking of Christmas - party season is in full swing and Alyssa Welke talks tips for a successful work Christmas party on page 28.

We have plenty of spring recipes to enjoy as the weather warms up.

And Jason Gibbs and Sean Teuma list some of the best up and coming athletes in the garden city with their eyes on the 2032 Olympics (page 38).

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Josie xx

On the cover Sarah Keeley , creator of Concious Calendar Co. Image: Kate Weier Photography

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Check out the region’s top sporting talent with 32 locals looking to the 2032 Olympics

EDITOR Josie Adams, josie.adams@news.com.au 4690 9354 JOURNALISTS Alyssa Welke, Jessica Kramer, Darren Burton SUB EDITOR Jessica Kramer DESIGN Paul Hunter, Justine Costello ADVERTISING MANAGER Erika Brayshaw STYLE MAGAZINE TOOWOOMBA CONTACT DETAILS mytoow.ads@news.com.au Level 1/5 Keefe Street, Toowoomba City PO BOX 40, Toowoomba QLD 4350

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This laid back country wedding had all the guests up and dancing

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Throw the most festive of work Christmas parties with these hot tips

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COVER STORY Calendar girl Sarah Keeley

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FASHION Trends to follow now

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WELLNESS Local treatment at St Andrew’s

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FEATURE Hospital Foundation’s appeal

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FASHION Sybil’s online future

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FOOD Spring vegetable lasagne

44 ENTERTAINMENT What’s on in November

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WEDDING Jac & Mitch’s laid back style

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WELLNESS Shining a light on inclusion

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FOOD Fairy bread layer cake

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FOOD Christmas party tips

SOCIALS Hogan’s Jewellers Diamond Lunch

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The calendar H girl Local businesswoman Sarah Keeley is ready to make 2022 the year to connect, grow and discover, writes Josie Adams

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er business Conscious Calendar Co. focuses on wellness and mindfulness and now includes three bespoke advent calendars. The idea for the business came to the mother of three on New Year’s Day, two years ago on her way home to Toowoomba from Byron Bay. “I knew I wanted to start a business in the new year.

I love learning new modalities and I love crystals, yet I personally struggled to remember their names and properties,” Sarah said.

“With Christmas just past, advent calendars were everywhere. So, I thought, let’s focus on one crystal at a time and what’s more cyclical than a calendar? Pop an advent box on the back of a calendar, as everyone loves a gift each month and… hello, my product was created in my mind as I was driving down the highway.”

The Crystal Calendar was born. Consciously curated, both the artwork and the crystals align with each zodiac season. Learn to synchronise the energies of each crystal, in line with the energies of the moon, elements and zodiac.

Shortly after success of the Crystal Calendar, Sarah’s family moved into their first home and her interest in gardening blossomed. With this new interest, and in collaboration with some local seed distributors, the second calendar was conceived.

Designed to help connect with the seasons and create a home garden, the Seed Calendar has fast become a favourite gift to give and receive.

“The introduction of the seed calendar during Covid lockdowns was well-received as so many more people are tending to their homes and gardens. I feel we are all just trying to do better and be better.”

Another collaboration with Krystle Knight Jewellery sees a new calendar now available for 2022, created with the intention to help connect through hand-crafted jewellery, crystals, and mantras.

“Having three editions out for 2022 allows everyone to find the gift and ritual that suits them.

“I love that each month everyone is able to consciously stop, take the time to connect with their new gift and set intentions for the month ahead.

“Be it seeds to plant, crystals to hold or jewellery to collect.

Receiving feedback from my customers that the calendars bring so much joy to their days and creates a loving ritual really makes me feel so lucky.

“I think everyone is looking for a way to be present, to consciously invest their time in activities that bring them joy and step away from all the electronics.”

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T Seeking cancer answers Toowoomba Hospital Foundation gives extra support to children with cancer this Christmas

his festive season, Toowoomba Hospital Foundation is calling on the community to donate towards their annual Toowoomba Hospital Christmas Appeal in aid of children’s cancer services.

Each year, the Toowoomba Hospital Christmas Appeal (THCA) raises funds for an area of the Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service most in need at Christmas time.

2020’s Christmas Appeal saw an incredible $110,000 raised to purchase a new Anaesthetic Machine, supporting the vital work of the Toowoomba Hospital Theatre Department.

This year, Toowoomba Hospital Foundation has been inspired by the extraordinary bravery of 2-year-old Ellie Ross and her mum, Karlie, after Ellie’s shock Leukaemia diagnosis in January.

Forming the heart of 2021’s Christmas Appeal, the Foundation has launched their #100Kin100days campaign, aiming to raise $100,000 before Christmas Day. 100% of funds raised from this year’s appeal will go directly towards the Toowoomba Hospital Paediatric Oncology upgrade project.

Currently, there are no specific facilities for children’s cancer services at Toowoomba Hospital, and kids spend their time undergoing treatment in the Day Oncology Unit with adults.

This makes an already scary journey for them and their families even tougher. $100,000 will enable the current facilities to be

Patient Ellie. upgraded to create a more welcoming and appropriate environment for our region’s littlest and bravest patients.

Donating to the appeal isn’t the only way to give back to your community this Christmas, with the Foundation also needing volunteers to help at a number of events throughout November and December. Gift-wrapping stations will be set up at Clifford Gardens Shopping Centre from December 5-24 and Kmart Toowoomba Plaza from December 13-24, with volunteers needed for three-hour shifts each day.

You can also get into the festive spirit with Christmas Wreath Making Workshops at The Royal on Ruthven on Wednesday, December 8, Thursday, December 9, Wednesday, December 15, and Thursday, December 16.

To donate, volunteer, or see a full list of events that you can attend to support the Toowoomba Hospital Christmas Appeal, visit www.toowoombahospitalfoundation.org.au/ 07 STYLE

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beautiful spring day on Jaqueline’s dad’s farm provided the perfect backdrop for this laidback country wedding.

Gorgeous florals handpicked from the farm, organic textures, and homespun touches created a simplistic and rustic style.

Jac and Mitch, who met at a mutual friend’s house party and were engaged on top of Lion’s Head Mountain in Capetown, wed in front of 100 of their family and friends.

“The most important part for us was just to have all our nearest and dearest together and to have a great party. We didn’t want anything to formal or serious, just to be with everyone we love.”

“Being on the family farm definitely gave the day a more country and rustic feeling. We just wanted the day to be relaxed and filled with laughs which is pretty much our personalities.”

“It is so hard to pick a favourite moment because the whole day was amazing,” Jac said.

“The ceremony was a highlight. Our celebrant Jess Cook made it so personal for us and along with plenty of laughs there were a lot of tears.

“My favourite part though was seeing how quickly the dance floor filled once the formalities were over, I’m sure there were some sore feet the next day.”

The most important part for us was just to have all our nearest and dearest together and to have a great party.

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Fashion trends to follow From sunset shades at Hermès, to sequins with Tom Ford, here are six of the styles of dress set to shape the season

darker hues of collections past, their showcase in Paris was defined by elegant, abstract tailoring—jackets in sherbet yellows without lapels or buttons, to let the silhouette shine.

Citrus colours

Sequins and shine

The sun was the guiding star for designers this season, as runways were flooded with the colours of dawn and dusk. At Hermès, butter yellows and terracottas took the form of tessellated skirts and leather outerwear. Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough of Proenza Schouler brought the Kauai sun to New York’s Little Island, urban women pacing in vivid crimson, while Chloé, Christian Dior and Collina Strada embraced joyous vermillion.

Craftwork Being cooped up at home does little wonders for the soul, so with the lifting of quarantine, designers sent the soul wandering. For his first showcase in New York since 2017, Joseph Altuzarra tapped into this nomadic sensibility, models in tie-dye maxis and loose tailoring, crochet and braided rope details to match their braided hair.

Matthew M. Williams turned to

macramé at Givenchy, collaborating with artist Josh Smith on a series of rainbow sweaters, while Gabriela Hearst delivered a sustainable and colourful Chloé—jackets were fringed and gowns hand-spun, ponchos and purses at their most tactile.

Mini skirts Hemlines were raised this season, an invitation from designers to stretch out our limbs and step into a new world. Miuccia Prada made headlines with her micro skirts at Miu Miu, slung low and slashed high in a manner that was reminiscent of high school rebelliousness.

Saturated suits Suits have been a fashion week staple for seasons now, but spring/summer ’22 saw designers dial up the colour.

Luke and Lucie Meier served up a slice of modern minimalism at Jil Sander. A far cry from the monochrome and

Fashion illuminated the runways as designers dabbled in sequins large and small. Tom Ford shone the spotlight on bedazzled tank tops and basketball shorts, furthering the shine with satin blazers and crystal barrettes. Golden breastplates, meanwhile, were a standout at Loewe, resting atop Grecian draping and surreal geometric silhouettes.

Sporty chic Athleisure took a more pronounced turn in New York, London, Milan and Paris, leaning more on the “athletic” aspect of the portmanteau.

Interpretations of the sporty ranged from the coast to the courtside. At Chanel, Virginie Viard concocted bikinis of the supermodel era, scooped bras and high-rise briefs worn with oversized sunglasses; on land, boxers, windbreakers and baseball shirts worked their way into Dior.

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Showcasing local style online Designer fashion with an emphasis on local

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or Sybil’s Plus Size Fashion owner Leone Friman, sourcing all aspects of the business locally is of utmost importance.

Leone’s designs are made exclusively by a long established, local manufacturer, which has the added benefit of a quick turnaround for pieces in general and easy reproduction if a particular item sells out.

Leone is a talented designer and photographer, and as such she does all the fashion design, fabric selection (sourced locally), product shots, and fashion shoots herself.

While the bricks-and-mortar store

stood in Toowoomba for over 25 years, Sybil’s had been gradually closing stores due to changing customer needs.

“Our in-person customer stream slowly dried up, so we closed the final store (in Toowoomba) last year, and now operate exclusively online,” Leone says.

“The pandemic encouraged people to look online; to buy online and learn how to do it, and we’re busy as can be now.”

The fashion store offers clothing for sizes 16 to 32, with anything from casual weekend wear to elegant mother-of-the-bride and -groom outfits.

“If you’re worried about trying things on, we can send items to you and if it doesn’t fit, we offer refunds on returns,” Leone explains.

“We also can take orders over the

We also can take orders over the phone if you have trouble ordering online. phone if you have trouble ordering online or don’t know how.”

Specials and new releases are announced via email newsletters, with Leone currently busy working on the new summer range.

Check out www.sybils.com.au, and if you have any enquiries call Leone on (07) 3366 8885.

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ueensland Health reports have found that 66 percent of adults in the Darling Downs region were either overweight or obese.

This is roughly 20% above the state average and is means for concern. In addition, the effects of Covid-19 and associated social, financial, and interpersonal strain, have caused a large rise in mental health issues across the region.

In saying that, a key and proven strategy for alleviating both of the aforementioned issues is exercise and positive reinforcement.

Fitstop is the home of functional fitness focusing on positively impacting lives through its unique, progressive approach to group training.

Locally owned and operated, the South Toowomba Fitstop studio is currently under construction and will be available to the public on October 30 when they will be holding their grand opening.

The studio will be the largest of its kind in Australia and hopes to change the lives of as many Toowomba locals as possible.

The new South Toowoomba location will be headed up by qualified social worker and group fitness instructor, Lainie Zischke.

Naturally aligning herself with Fitstop’s mission to create happier and healthier humans, Lainie is ready to share her love, passion and enthusiasm for group fitness as she brings the Fitstop Feeling to South Toowoomba.

Results-driven, lifestyle-inspired, the Fitstop Formula comprises three distinct workout styles - Fit, Fast and Functional - plus the ever-popular Social Saturdays. Each 45-minute session allows you to burn calories, build lean muscle and improve your athletic abilities within a fun and encouraging group training environment.

Fitstop South Toowoomba opens on October 30 at Shop 2/900 Ruthven St, Kearney Springs; kickstarting their journey with the Spring 2021 6 Week Challenge and it’s not too late to join.

Download the Fitstop App or get in contact with Lainie via email at southtoowoomba@fitstop.com and experience the Fitstop Difference for yourself.

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Each 45-minute session allows you to burn calories, build lean muscle and improve your athletic abilities.

Social worker and group fitness instructor Lainie Zischke heads up the new Fitstop studio in South Toowoomba.

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Holistic approach to women’s health The women of Toowoomba and the Darling Downs are in good hands with the team at Evolve Women’s Health.

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he doctors at Evolve, Dr David Chettle, Dr Matthew Stinson and Dr Christina Stevenson, embrace a multidisciplinary approach to women’s health care, incorporating the expertise of physiotherapists Kristine Gosden and Sarah Carmichael, and it’s paying off for patients.

Dr Stinson said many women’s health issues benefit from a multidisciplinary approach, including such health concerns as pelvic pain, prolapse, urinary and bowel concerns.

“I have seen a significant improvement in patient’s outcomes in terms of less pain, less

symptoms and a better quality of life when patients have enlisted services of our physio in their care,” he said.

The physiotherapists at Evolve Women’s Health also offer a unique pelvic floor assessment for pregnant women, to better provide them with information about their pelvic floor, where it’s at and what they can do to enable a better birth experience.

The team provides individualised post-partum pelvic floor and abdominal muscle recovery – regardless of mode of birth.

The clinical team at Evolve also encourage proactive pre- and post-

surgical physiotherapy to help patients recover faster and lead a better quality of life sooner.

Additionally, Evolve Women’s Health have announced the inclusion of massage therapy services, soon to commence, with Amanda Ryan joining the team in November this year.

Dr Chettle said massage therapy specifically aids relief of not only aches and pains but also helps with relaxation for patients who struggle with stress and anxiety, particularly with pregnancy.

Evolve Women’s Health is a medical practice built around a philosophy of patient-centred care.

The clinic is different to most

The team, left to right: Dr Matthew Stinson, Dr Christina Stevenson, Dr David Chettle, physio Kristine Gosden, and physio Sarah Carmichael. traditional practices and has been designed based on the needs of its patients.

The team at Evolve comprises of three specialist obstetriciangynaecologists, two physiotherapists, a massage therapist and a fantastic reception

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Evolve Women’s Health is located on Level 1 (Entrance 3) at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba.

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Shining a light on inclusion St Vincent’s Private Hospital wins big at Business DisABILITY Awards

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From lef tot right: Leanne Kiepe (support services manager), Geoffery Dent (laundry staff member) and Mark Copland (mission executive)

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he Toowoomba Business DisABILITY Awards were held on September 9. This award night recognises businesses and individuals across Toowoomba and the Darling Downs who support, educate and employ people with a disability.

There were ten awards and St Vincent’s Toowoomba is very proud to have been awarded the Social Inclusion Award. This award recognises excellence in creating, promoting or supporting an inclusive workplace culture that supports all abilities. CPL (Choice Passion Life) Toowoomba sponsored this award and a beautiful trophy.

“We were humbled and thrilled to receive the Inclusion Award as part of the Business DisAbility Awards,” said Dr Mark Copland, director of mission at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba.

“We didn’t seek nomination, but are grateful to shine a light on the incredible difference that the dignity of work can make to everybody’s life.

A modern hospital has many moving parts and there is room within our facility to tap into the gifts that people

of all abilities can bring to the workplace. This was a value cemented into our hospital community by the Sisters of Charity 100 years ago and we are proud to continue this tradition.”

The hospital is proud to be an employer that supports all abilities.

Geoffrey Dent has been a valuable member of our staff for nearly 28 years. He works within the laundry department and collects and delivers linen across the entire hospital.

Geoffrey says he loves coming to work and is well looked after by his colleagues.

“I love working with the great people here. They are very supportive.”

Support services manager, Leanne Kiepe, said Geoffrey always comes to work with a smile and is respected by his fellow colleagues.

“Geoffrey is a great employee who loves what he does. Coming to work every day makes him feel valuedwhich he certainly is.”

“Having the ability to offer employment to people with disabilities is living the core values of what St Vincent’s Toowoomba is about. Giving employees purpose and hope, while learning new and exciting skills along the way is so important.”

St Vincent’s Toowoomba has been supporting others for many years and we will continue to do so well into the future.

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Local treatment St Andrew’s brings AML care to Toowoomba

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rare form of cancer that would usually require travel to a major city for treatment was the latest to be successfully treated at St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital in August, marking a major milestone in local cancer care.

Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) accounts for only 0.8 per cent of all cancers diagnosed in Australia, with around 900 people diagnosed with AML each year.

It affects a person’s blood and bone marrow and prevents normal cells from being produced. The immature cells then spill out into the bloodstream and circulate around the body, but due to their immaturity they are unable to function effectively to prevent or fight infection.

AML develops quite quickly, and people are usually only unwell for a short period of time prior to diagnosis.

In the past, patients suffering from the disease in Toowoomba would be transferred to Brisbane, often within 24 hours of diagnosis, and would have to spend between four to six months there for treatment. This

meant spending long periods of time away from their vital support networks .

The combination of a desire by local clinicians to treat patients in Toowoomba and the fantastic facilities and team available at St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital has meant the first two successful treatments of AML were able to be completed with curative intent.

This was only possible due to the hard work, enthusiasm and ‘can do’ approach of the entire team including nursing, pharmacy, allied health, and support staff in the Cancer Care Centre and in the hospital’s wards.

Clinical nurse manager of St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital’s oncology unit, Julieanne McEwen, said they were very proud that St Andrew’s can provide the services to patients here in Toowoomba.

Clinical haematologist Dr Joel Collins commended the enthusiasm and dedication of the St Andrew’s team .

“It is arguably the pinnacle of treatment that is required for any hospital/unit to be considered a serious haematology unit,” Dr Collins said.

Image: Sharon, our first AML patient treated in Toowoomba, with Rodney the Oncology Owl and the St Andrew’s Oncology Team.

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Moving into motherhood A new group helps pregnant women make connections in isolating times

My Midwives staff are here to support parents-to-be.

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oowoomba has a new opportunity for women in the Darling Downs to get ready for a baby in a ‘different’ way.

Moving into Motherhood will be facilitated by midwife Hannah Currie as a group discussion and will provide women a safe space in their third trimester of pregnancy, to talk about their fears, expectations and questions about becoming a mother.

This is a space to build your village – women who will be in the same position as you and this will provide extra support for the period after birth and mothers groups.

Midwife Hannah says “The group will be a small, safe, open discussion over three weeks designed to connect women in the third trimester of pregnancy.

“We have heard from women on the Darling Downs that they are not as connected now, possibly due to COVID and we wanted to really foster the ability for women to gather and develop their understanding of what will happen in the days and weeks after birth.”

The Moving into Motherhood series will be conducted on a Wednesday evening from 6-8pm and each session has a different focus.

Week 1 will look at becoming a mother and what to expect in the first 24-48 hours including hormones, physiology and emotional change.

“The focus in Week 2 is getting ready – preparing your postpartum including outsourcing what you need

and building your village. The last week focuses on individual women – feelings, emotions including grief, euphoria, postnatal depression and body image.

“We recognise the growing problems that occur in the postnatal period. Mental health issues are significantly impacting up to 1 in 3 families after birth and we want to do more to ensure that women are well prepared for the changes in their lives that comes about after birth.” Hannah added.

“We will provide a suite of

resources and ensure that women can stay connected after the series is completed. We see this as the first step in growing families capacity for an easy transition.”

The group runs from 6-8pm on Wednesday 10, 17 and 24 November 2021 at 29 Hill St Toowoomba.

Parking is at the rear of the building.

Coffee, tea and a light snack will be provided.

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Spring vegetable lasagne Make the most of spring veg in this hearty vegetarian lasagne Serves 4, Prep time 20mins, Cooking time 55mins INGREDIENTS 30g butter ¼ cup plain flour 1 ½ cups milk 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed, thickly sliced 2 zucchini, cut into ribbons 2 green onions, trimmed, cut into 8cm lengths 1 bunch English spinach, trimmed 10 dried instant lasagne sheets 1 cup frozen peas 250g fresh ricotta 2 roma tomatoes, thinly sliced 2/3 cup chopped fresh basil leaves 1 cup grated pizza cheese Extra basil leaves, to serve METHOD 1 Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan-forced.

2 Melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat.

Add flour. Cook, stirring, for one minute or until bubbling. Remove from heat. Gradually stir in milk until combined. Return to heat. Cook, stirring constantly, three minutes or until sauce boils and thickens. Remove from heat. Season with salt and

pepper.

3 Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add asparagus, zucchini and onion. Boil for two minutes. Remove with slotted spoon. Drain on paper towel. Add spinach to pan. Cook for one minute or until wilted. Remove with slotted spoon. Squeeze out excess moisture when cool enough to handle.

Roughly chop.

4 Cover the base of a 20cm x 28cm (8 cup- capacity) ovenproof dish with 2/3 cup white sauce. Layer 1/4 lasagne sheets trimming to fit. Layer asparagus mixture, peas and 1/3 ricotta. Top with 1/3 of remaining lasagne sheets, 1/2 spinach, and 1/2 remaining ricotta.

Repeat. Top with remaining lasagne sheets and remaining white sauce. Arrange tomato and basil leaves on top. Sprinkle with cheese.

5 Bake for 45 minutes or until golden and pasta is tender. Serve with extra basil leaves.

RECIPE NOTES Try adding a tablespoon of pesto to your white sauce for extra flavour.

Prepare in advance: Make lasagne to the end of step four. Cover. Refrigerate for up to two days.

Freezer tip: You can freeze the lasagne after step four or five for up to one month. Cook completely. Cover with plastic wrap, then foil.

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What’s a party without fairy bread or fairy floss?

Get double the fairy magic with our whimsical celebration cake 20 servings, Prep time 1hour 20mins, Cooking time20mins INGREDIENTS 10 eggs 215g (1 cup) caster sugar 150g (1 cup) plain flour 150g (1 cup) self-raising flour 125g pkt Dollar 5’s sprinkles Pink gel food colouring, to tint Hundreds and thousands, to decorate Pink fairy floss, to decorate Buttercream 750g butter, at room temperature 1.35kg (9 cups) icing sugar mixture 80ml (1/3 cup) milk Pink chocolate ganache 180g white chocolate, broken into squares 80ml (1/3 cup) thickened cream

Fairy bread layer cake

METHOD 1 Preheat the oven to 180C/160C fan forced. Grease four 5cm-deep, round 20cm cake pans. Line bases with baking paper.

2 Use electric beaters to beat the eggs in a large bowl until pale. Add the sugar and beat for 8-10 minutes or until the mixture is thick and glossy. Sift the plain flour and self-raising flour into a bowl. Use a large metal spoon to gently fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture. Add 1 tbs of each of the five colours in the Dollar 5’s sprinkles packet and gently fold through, being careful not to overmix. Divide evenly among the prepared pans and gently smooth the surface of each. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and the cakes spring back when lightly touched. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn onto wire racks to cool completely.

3 To make the buttercream, use electric beaters to beat the butter in a large bowl until pale and creamy.

Gradually add the icing sugar, beating until well combined. Add the milk and beat until light and fluffy.

buttercream. Spread a thin layer of the remaining white buttercream over the top and side of the cake.

Smooth with a metal spatula. Place in the fridge for 20 minutes to set. Gently mix one teaspoon of each of the five colours in the Dollar 5’s sprinkles through the remaining white buttercream. Cover the top and side of the cake with the rainbow buttercream and use a metal spatula to smooth the surface. Chill the cake while preparing the ganache.

4 To assemble, reserve one cup buttercream to pipe on top. Transfer three cups buttercream to a separate bowl and tint pink. Place one cake on a cake stand.

Spread one cup pink buttercream over the top.

Repeat layering with remaining cakes and pink

5 For the ganache, place the chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for one minute, stirring halfway, until melted and smooth.

Tint pink with food colouring and set aside to cool until ganache just begins to thicken.

6 Pour the ganache evenly over the top of the chilled cake, using the back of a metal spoon to gently spread it to the edge and allowing it to drip down the side of the cake. Place in the fridge for 15 minutes to set.

7 Spoon the reserved one cup buttercream into a piping bag with a 1cm plain nozzle and pipe rosettes around the top edge of the cake. Decorate with the remaining sprinkles and the hundreds and thousands.

Just before serving, top with the fairy floss.

RECIPE NOTES Make sure you allow additional time for cooling and chilling.

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Christmas has snuck up on us, which for many comes with the promise of an unforgettable office party. For employers, it’s an opportunity to show their appreciation to staff for a year of hard work. For employees, it’s an opportunity to over-indulge, mingle with staff outside of their team and celebrate their work achievements.

For a successful end of year bash that reflects your business and rewards your employees, follow these five simple steps to planning an unforgettable office party.

1. DECIDE ON THE STYLE OF EVENT

The number of guests and the budget will usually determine the style of event. Cocktail parties, lunches and dinners are popular, but have you considered doing something different this year? Like a cheese and wine pairing night, a Christmas high tea party, a whole porchetta banquet or a casual BBQ? Make sure the style suits your staff and their preferences to ensure they have a good time.

2. SELECT A VENUE

For convenience, it’s a good idea to select a venue close to your office, and if it’s not close to the office, consider providing transport (party bus time!)

Private venues will ensure the best possible Christmas party experience, where the attention of service will be

easy steps to planning your Christmas party solely on your guests. This lets you and your staff to let their hair down and really enjoy themselves.

3. DECK THE HALLS

Adding a theme to your Christmas party based on a colour or fancy dress idea is a great idea to get your staff in the spirit of Christmas. Start with the table decor and lighting and if your budget permits, create an Instagramworthy photo backdrop that will beg your guests to stop and snap a pic!

4. SECURE CATERING Delicious food and drink is the key ingredient to any Christmas party!

Whether you’re planning a cocktail party with canapes, a long lunch, decadent dinner or sharing style menu, selecting a venue that is renowned for their food offerings will reflect well on your brand and ensure your guests are well fed and watered.

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Entertainment is a key element to any good party. You want to see your guests relaxed and enjoying themselves, and entertainment is the key. If the budget allows, think a live musician or DJ; if not - get your staff to submit their favourite’s song and get busy creating a playlist. Whatever you decide, adding an element of fun to your end-of-year Christmas party will ensure your guests let their hair down and stick around to the end.

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Don’t be complacent, writes Ros Burton Principal - The Real Estate People

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ith the warmer weather on our doorstep and the genuine threat of violent summer storms well and truly here, now is the time to be thinking about your property... specifically keeping it nice and safe.

Whether you’re a homeowner, a landlord or a tenant, nobody wants their roof and ceiling caving in as a result of a torrential storm.

Yet, it can so easily happen.

I’ve spent hours helping mop up my aunty’s home after a major storm and, believe me, it wasn’t much fun.

Furniture, electrical appliances, photos and carpets are all at the mercy of the elements if your roof is compromised.

A dry autumn and winter can fill our gutters with all manner of leaves and debris and it’s only once the skies open (and that rain buckets down) do we realise how dangerous those few months of neglect can be.

Blocked drains back up; and all that water needs to go somewhere - often

straight back into your roof cavity, increasing the risk of electrical faults and structural damage.

With a well-established track record for falling off ladders - in fact, any surface higher than six feet - I wouldn’t trust my husband climbing onto our roof to clear the gutters.

And, not surprisingly, he’s openly delighted with dodging the chore.

You might be a little more confident, but whether you want to tackle the task yourself or leave it to a professional (as we do), it’s a job that needs to be done - for your peace of mind AND the protection of your home.

And while it’s important to be mindful of unwanted leaf deposits, the trees that deliver them can be just as dangerous. Old, rotten branches can easily snap off in strong winds and can then smash your home’s windows or extensively damage family vehicles sitting in driveways or carports.

Give them a quick inspection and trim next time you’re in the garden and you’ll be covered no matter what the weather brings.

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Christmas decorating ideas Decorate your home for Christmas with these elegant ideas from Freedom

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And some of the most beautiful decorations are the most simple but with a distinctly festive impact.

From native flora decorations to simple ornaments and candles, it’s time to take inspiration from Freedom.

Freedom Toowoomba manager, Bradley Perkins, says when styling for Christmas, think of a more contemporary interpretation of the traditionally bright and bold colour with natural, muted hues.

“Firstly, pick a theme or a colour palette. I am loving the “icy” colour palette of whites and pale blues with

Freedom Toowoomba Manager, Bradley Perkins touches of silver and hints of gold this year. These colours look beautiful with the green foliage of the Christmas tree and garlands” Using some freshly picked flowers from your garden and simple ornaments can personalise the space and Bradley is a fan of mood lighting.

“Personally, I am a lover of candles (lots of them!) during the Christmas period. A mix of tealight, pillar and scented candles always sets the scene”

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Best value camping tent: Amazon’s Easy Pop Up Tent We’ve done our research and the tent that wins our vote is this necessity from Amazon. Ideal for camping, hiking, festivals, backyard adventures and everything in-between, the six-person,

instant pop-up tent is our pick thanks to it’s easy assembly and wallet-friendly price tag.

Quick and effortless to put together, the tent features a spacious interior and can fit up to four sleeping bags. Campers can enjoy fresh airflow and ventilation with built-in windows and doors with double panels to keep the chill out on cold nights.

Best camping tent for families: Wanderer Overland Dome Tent 10 Person For those memorable outdoor trips with the fam, we’ve got you covered – literally. The Wanderer Overland Dome Tent is a spacious outdoor sanctuary designed to accommodate up to ten people in a two room design. Making it even more ~fancy~ is a tall front awning for added shade or entertaining space.

Best eco-designed hiking tent: Trek 100 Free Standing Trekking Tent 2 Person With its classic dome structure, the Trek 100 Freestanding tent offers campers a simple yet practical living space that’s kind to the planet. The tent’s bedroom fabric is designed with ‘biton’ thread, where one out of every two threads is dyed to reduce the consumption and our impact on water. Long

Do’s and don’ts story short? It’s a great tent.

Best lightweight camping tent: Naturehike Opalus Lightweight Camping Tent If you’re hiking in the great outdoors, the last thing you want is more weight in your pack. Fortunately, this lightweight and easily-assembled tent from NatureHike has enough room for two campers, and weighs just over two kilograms. In addition to its compact size, the tent is waterproof, windproof, and has plenty of ventilation for those camping trips in the warmer months.

Features we love include the large lobby area – it’s perfect to store your dirty outdoor gear,

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An ideal location to pitch your tent is on level ground, clear of sticks and water and anywhere that’s a safe distance from your fire ring and cooking area.

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The Olympic dream We’ve compiled a list of Toowoomba’s top young sporting talent. See who made the list of 32 athletes who are hopefuls for the 2032 Olympics Games in Brisbane, writes Jason Gibbs and Sean Teuma

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he future sporting stars at the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games are the amateur athletes of today and there’s no shortage of Olympic hopefuls in the Garden City and wider area here are ‘32 for 2032’:

the Glennie School student has also competed in rugby sevens. That could open the door to an Olympic berth on home soil.

Caitlyn Garratt With a motor bigger than most at still just a young age, Garratt has her options open in the sporting landscape. A netballer and endurance athlete, the 13-year-old competes in cross country and triathlons. She’s competed in state triathlons, holding her own against older competitors.

Tatum Stewart One of the genuine stars of Toowoomba hockey. Stewart has been part of state and national underage teams as she continues to progress through the grades. Playing in both Brisbane and locally, she looks poised for bigger things.

Samuel Geu

Briana Suey A teammate of Stewart, Suey has enjoyed a similar pathway with Australian schoolgirl honours during her time at Fairholme College. Suey has been a regular in state teams growing up, and her latest honour includes a place in the Queensland U21s.

Jude Younes and Josephine Illing and, below, Tatum Stewart and Brianna Suey.

Tori Gallegos

Nicholas Denny

Competing at the Sunshine Coast Weightlifting Club’s 50th birthday celebration, Gallegos broke 16 records. The 18-year-old is now thee Australian 59kg female division snatch and total record holder and equalled the clean and jerk record at the competition. Gallegos seemingly gets stronger and more ains and confident with every month she trains competition she enters.

As the cousin of Olympian Matt Den Denny, Nicholas will never be short of inspiration or proof that c country kids can go to the O Olympics.

Like Matt, he is an a athletics star but Nicholas is m making his name on the track and in the “pit”. His blossoming resume inclu includes national championship U15 200m bro bronze and U16 4x200m silver as well a fourth place in the U15 100m and sixth in the U15 long jump.

Oliver Harding Another of Toowoomba’s incredibly promising young talents in the hockey ranks, he forced his way into the Red Lion A-grade side for the finals with his influence in front of goal, resulting in a premiership. He has made a number of state sides and can

continue to push for further honours.

Isaac Cooper The Toowoomba Grammar swimmer has already enjoyed a taste of the Olympic stage when travelling to Tokyo at just 17. It’s fair to say it won’t be his last, with Cooper progressing to a semi final of the backstroke

and competing in a relay event. The times Cooper produced are encouraging for what the future holds.

Jada Ferguson A multi-sport talent across rugby league, touch football and rugby sevens, the door is open for the talent should there be a calling for the latter. Ferguson most recently represented the Queensland U19s in league and the Australian youth squad in touch football.

Zoe Waters Another developing player with a ton of potential, 15-year-old Waters is no stranger to the representative scene.

A national youth squad player in touch football,

One of the bright sparks in the Toowoomba basketball scene, Geu is a relentless scorer of the ball. His play for the Mountaineers and Toowoomba Grammar at the state level has made people stand up and take notice. Geu was selected in the Queensland U16s South team in his biggest honour to date.

William Salmond A young man making big inroads in the pool, Salmond has enjoyed some lofty rankings as he makes his way up in the sport, with a number of national gold and state records to his name. He’s reached a peak of number one and two in the 50m and 100m butterfly respectively for his age.

Harriet Lloyd-Jones There’s plenty for aspiring steeplechaser Harriet Lloyd-Jones to look forward to.

Winning a national U17s title at just 15 years of age, the Downlands College student has a powerful finish to her races.

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sport including the Australian U20 relay team. It was there he worked alongside Olympian Rohan Browning, and with Gordon’s list of accolades, the Toowoomba Grammar student will soon hopefully replicate that honour.

Isabelle Mason A star of the pool throughout her junior years, Mason has claimed a number of medals throughout her campaigns at state and national level. The former St Ursula’s student was rewarded with the Georgina Hope Rienhart Swimming Excellence Scholarship with Bond University.

Jude Younes Another from the strong stable of the Toowoomba Grammar Swimming Club.

Younes has been a regular at state and national events throughout his years, claiming a number of gold medals throughout.

Josephine Illing Illing has the world at her feet at a young age.

A triple gold medal winner in the U12s age division at last year’s states, she looks poised to strike when programs return to normal.

By the time 2032 rolls around, Illing will be hitting her peak in the pool.

Brielle Erbacher There’s no questioning Erbacher’s commitment or desire. The 22-year-old finished 10th in the recent 3000m Steeplechase women’s Olympic trials and first in the Queensland Athletics Hump Day meet 2000m event. She is currently Australia’s 5th ranked female and the 10th fastest Australian woman of all time.

Belinda Slatter

member of the Queensland U18 Beach Volleyball team which could see her follow in the footsteps of Kingaroy medallist Taliqua Clancy.

Isabella Kings Last year Kings broke the Darling Downs School Swimming 200m breaststroke record by 10 seconds. She claimed 100m breaststroke bronze at the 2020 state championships and qualified for the 2021 Australian Age Swimming Championships.

Age brings speed and experience and at 15 Kings has time on her side.

Sienaa Deurloo The “black line” at the bottom of the pool has clearly captured Deurloo’s attention with the teen favouring longer distances. At the Australian Age Swimming Championships she finished sixth in the 400m freestyle and fourth in the 800m. Her best result however was third in the 1500m event.

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Oliver Colthup Toowoomba is the perfect place for Colthup to hone his skills. The 12-year-old is right at home at the top of the range – carving lines down the Garden City’s many mountain bike trails. Colthup could be Toowoomba’s next Jared Graves.

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Ella Wilson If Wilson can build on her national championship record – she will definitely be a star of the future. The long distance runner has stamina for days picking up 1500m and 3000m U16 gold and silver in the 800m at the recent national championships.

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With little more than 12 months experience In 2019 Slatter won heptathlon bronze at the under her belt, Pollock won the 13-14 years Global Games – one of the world’s largest Queensland School Sport Triathlon sporting events for athletes with an Championship earlier this year. Starting ently du intellectual impairment. More recently with duathlons she made the natural o prog though, she has honed her focus to progression to triathlon after be long jump and running. Slatter becoming more confident with h swimming. Moving forward, picked up long jump silver in the her P F20 classification at the Pollock’s steadfast d Australian Athletics determination to focus on the p Championships and 7th in the positives of her sport and her DECLAN co 400m. If Slatter remains commitment to training hard TTEZISE ld hav her well-placed. committed to her training she could have ne be in her prime by the time Brisbane hosts the Paralympics.

Softball is a niche sport in Toowoomba but that’s not holding Markham back. Markham There’s no stopping Trezise as long he has been a fixture in the Australian set up doesn’t try to wear his Australian for two years now after being named in the championships medals while riding. Trezise Australian under-14 Diamonds in 2020 and won six gold medals and a silver at the 2020 now the U15 squad. She is also a member of Australian Championships and is a true the Queensland U16 side and part of the powerhouse in the velodrome and road Queensland Emerging Talent Program. cycling arenas. At just 19 years of age the QAS scholarship holder is a star of the There is no doubt Anderson will be a regular future. on the Paralympics for a few years to come.

He went into the Tokyo Paralympics the The Toowoomba teen has the physical F38 Men’s Javelin world record holder and attributes needed to shine in volleyball and a one of the medal favourites. Unfortunately mind to match. In 2020 Milne accepted an he fell agonisingly short of a bronze – Australian Institute of Sport scholarship – missing out by just 15cm. There’s not moving to Canberra to join the Australian questioning his desire or commitment, Volleyball Academy program. She was also a though.

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The rage rose in Kookungunji, and with a whack of his magic stick, Kookungunji turned into the taipan snake.

But as soon as Kookungunji changed, Tendu grabbed his magic stick and hopped away with it before Kookungunji knew what happened.

Tendu hid the magic stick under a heap of rocks. Kookungunji was trapped as the taipan snake forever. “

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Style book reviews AURORA’S END

SOMEBODY’S LAND

Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff

Adam Goodes, Ellie Laing, and David Hardy

The best-selling trilogy about a band of misfits saving the galaxy comes to a stunning conclusion in Aurora’s End. A startling finish to the second book in the series, Aurora Burning, had many readers concerned for the livelihood of their beloved Squad 312 members - in particular considering that the authors are not known for leaving all their characters alive and well by the end of series.

But as both Jay and Amie have repeatedly assured, the squad have survived to see the third and final installment of the Aurora Cycle.

And what a finale it is! From journeys across time and space, rewriting endings, and introducing unexpected beginnings, to heartbreaking farewells, epic battles, and making history, Aurora’s End is truly one wild, fantastic ride.

A collaboration between Adnyamathanha and Narungga man Adam Goodes, political advisor and former journalist Ellie Laing, and Barkindji illustrator David Hardy, Somebody’s Land introduces children aged 4-8 to the term ‘terra nullius’ - Latin for ‘nobody’s land’ as applied by white settlers in the colonisation of Australia - and acknowledges that our country was never nobody’s.

Mum-of-two Alyssa Welke read and reviewed an early copy of the book: “This picture book was good. It broke down a very complex and emotionally-charged topic into age-appropriate language,” she said.

“Somebody’s Land was both educational and entertaining, and would be a fabulous resource for parents and early childhood educators. The illustrations were captivating and beautifully tell the story of early colonisation in Australia.”

Aurora’s End by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff, released on November 2, is published by Allen & Unwin. RRP $19.99

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Somebody’s Land: Welcome to Our Country by Adam Goodes and Ellie Laing and illustrated by David Hardy, released on November 2, is published by Allen & Unwin. RRP $24.99

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Adele Bevacqua

Tell us a little about yourself…

I grew up in Hobart, Tassie and have lived in Brisbane for the last 16 years. My art studio is based at home, so I can quickly pop into paint.

Describe your style?

Abstract expressionist! I love rich textures, emotive colours and action painting my way through a piece. I love being super free on the canvas, having nearly no plan before I start.

What inspires you?

A better question might be what doesn’t inspire me! Willem De Kooning is my muse - he was amazing with colour and movement.

When did you start painting?

I started painting with my Nanna in Atherton/ Fitzroy Island up in Far North Queensland when I was around 8. We would paint massive poincianas and jacarandas.

(YROXWLRQ DQG LQÁXHQFHV RI \RXU DUW" It has evolved in every possible way! I started off professionally as a fashion illustrator (I studied Fine Arts Fashion Design at QUT), then got into watercolour and gouache, then oils and acrylic.

My painting has always been abstract. I’ve always hated being told something must be a certain way, in fact I failed art in high school because I’d always do something quite different to what was expected. I think that’s what I like about abstract - there’s nothing to compare it to, no expectation, there’s so much freedom.

Why do you enjoy painting?

Communicating through paint, colour and texture is so interesting to me, and I love that everyone interprets paintings in their own way.

Some of the highlights of your artistic life?

Being a finalist in the Lethbridge 20,000 small works online gallery, selling a large piece at the Toowoomba Grammar Art show, and anytime I get a stockist on board.

What do you like about Toowoomba?

It’s such a quaint town with lovely heritage buildings. Loved the cafes when we visited Bakers Duck and Sweet Talk were highlights.

What is your dream goal or project?

I’ve really wanted to do a collab with a rug company or a clothing brand.

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NOVEMBER GOOMBUNGEE RODEO

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2021 - NOON TO 11.55PM WHERE: Goombungee Showgrounds, Lau Street, Goombungee WHAT: Goombungee All Round Championship Rodeo: gates open at noon with the rodeo starting at 3pm. Entertainment until late by The Whiskey Mountain Boys.

Please note: this event will be run as a COVIDSafe event and can be cancelled at any time if the current COVID rules change (or in the interest of public safety).

COST: Tickets available at the gate - Adults $15, high school students $10, primary school students $5, family pass (2 adults and own children under 17yrs) $35.

GRADUART 2021

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6 TO DECEMBER 5 WHERE: Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery, 531 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba.

WHAT: GraduArt is the annual exhibition for University of Southern Queensland (USQ) o have completed visual arts students who urses. The their studio practice courses. artworks are a result of studio e development across the disciplines – ceramics, printmaking, sculpture, painting and drawing.

COST: Free admission.

Gallery open Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am – 3.30pm, Sunday 1pm – 4pm. Closed Mondays and public holidays.

JACARANDA DAY 2021

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER ER 6 8AM TO 2PM WHERE: Rosalie Historical ical Society Museum, Mocatta Street, Goombungee.

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t jacarandas in the bloom at this year’s Jacaranda Day 2021.

Breakfast and lunch a at the museum from 7 7am, markets (8am2p 2pm), Barnyard Babies anim animal nursery (9am2pm), Oakey art display at the muse museum (9am-2pm), roving puppe puppet show (9.15am), Aspire dance group (10am), formalities (10am), Welcome to Country, ringing of the bell

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STORIES + SECRET PLACES OF WWII, TOOWOOMBA

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14 - 9AM TO 11AM WHERE: Laurel Bank Park Hall, 50 Hill Street, Toowoomba.

WHAT: During World War II, Toowoomba played a small, but significant role as a centre for training, rest and recreation, logistics, medical services and much more. What is the association between Toowoomba and submarines? Why was the defence of the East Coast of Australia planned from Toowoomba and not Brisbane? Where were the 18 Air Raid shelters built? Join local guide Paul Herbert on an exploration of Toowoomba’s fascinating war history – much of it still clearly visible if you know where to look.

COST: Adult $40, Concession $35, Child $35.

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER MBER 24 TO FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21, AT 6PM

WHERE: Empire Theatre, 56 Neil Street, Toowoomba.

WHAT: From London to New York, David Strassman’s comic genius has shocked and surprised. Now it’s your turn to experience Strassman’s uproarious comedy with those infamous favourites, the loveable Ted E. Bare and the evil Chuck Wood. In The Chocolate Diet, Ted E. Bare’s health quest is hilariously painful, and one we can relate to. Meanwhile, Chuck is going through an identity crisis.

Strassman is one of Australia’s favourite comedians, a master of his art. Once again, he delivers the ultimate night out.

COST: Please contact venue for ticket sales.

tre, WHERE: Masonic Centre, 58 Neil Street, Toowoomba.

WHAT: The Bush Christmas Exhibition is an annual celebration of outback creative talent which presents a magnificent collection of handmade gifts and gourmet delights each year. Exhibitors are al and principally from the rural nsland and remote areas of Queensland New South Wales and are supported by a few selected city artisans, most of whom have rural backgrounds. Opening for 10 days at the

end of November each year, the Bush Christmas exhibition exhibitio is a highly anticipated event on the Toowoo Toowoomba calendar for Christ Christmas gift and gourmet sho shoppers and is unlike an anything else in A Australia. The aim is to b bring the very best of the bush to a large gallery-style city exhibition in the leadu up to Christmas. The ccreations always have a sstory - skills and reci recipes handed down, hards hardships and celebrations, personal challenges or endeavours, and materials lovingly restored - all m making the artistic works and gourmet delights all the more meaningful.

COST: For more information, please contact event organisers.

BRIDLE-MAKING WORKSHOP

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27 TO SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28 - 8AM TO 4PM WHERE: Cobb+Co Museum, 27 Lindsay Street, Toowoomba.

WHAT: Join Churchill Fellow Bob Edwards, who has been a local saddler for more than 50 years for this two-day workshop in creating your own leather bridle. At the end of the weekend, you will have completed your own custom piece. Bookings essential: Cost includes tuition, materials and meals. Some workshops have prerequisites, check the website for details.

COST: Charges do apply, please visit cobbandco.qtix.com.au/event/ ccm_bridle_making_21.aspx

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