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Issue 16 | 13 August 2014 | find us on Facebook | readership 70,000
Inside this edition: • WIN heaps of prizes • LOCAL news & events • MEET Masterchef winner • GOLF in August • DEFENCE News
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Loving Ipswich Life! The response we’ve been getting to the new-look Ipswich LIfe has been huge. Everyone seems to love the new layout, the content and especially the giveaways! In this issue we have no less than thirty double passes to the movies, along with my chat with Brent Owens ... the day after winning the Masterchef title for 2014. It was the highest rating season for years, and has invigorated a nation’s love affair with food. Also in this issue we caught up with fashion designer Sacha Drake who is just one of many designers to feature in this years Ipswich Fashion Festival. The V8s were once again a big hit in Ipswich recently and we were there to capture fans at a meet and greet event. Year 7 will be starting at high school from next year, and in this issue we have an Education feature to help you choose a school for your children if you are still undecided about where to go. Its a major decision and one that you need to consider well. Plus we have a feature on Ipswich Grammar which is having an open day for prospective familes. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook for instant giveaways and much more! darren@strikepublications.com.au
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Come and hear Veronica share about her healing, in Ipswich and in Lowood Keys to healing Faith, hope and love are all keys to healing, but knowing how much God loves you is by far the most important. A promise only means something if you know you can trust the character of the one who said it. In the bible Jesus speaks of having the faith of a child. However childlike faith only occurs for a child that knows their Daddy’s love. The bible tells us to become “grounded” in God’s love. When we are grounded in His love the eyes of our heart are opened to a greater understanding of what God is saying to us, as everything becomes ‘coloured’ by that love. Veronica says, “When I first asked God to reveal to me the ‘mystery’ of healing His response was quite simple, ‘Walk in the knowledge that I love you.’ At first I laughed — it couldn’t possibly be that simple! But in the months and years that followed I discovered His love was what held me when circumstances screamed at me, “You’re never going to get healed!” The bible also says “perfect love casts out fear”. When you have been sick for a long time fear is ever present. It is only the perfect love of a perfect Father that can lay waste to that fear. Faith is an important aspect of healing, but faith alone will never sustain you. If your miracle doesn’t come and come quickly faith will wane. However faith — empowered by God’s love for you — will enable you to go the distance. Rooted and grounded in the love of God you will be empowered to walk into the fullness of God’s love. Veronica shares practical steps as to how to do this while teaching into the healing experience. www.GodsHealingTruth.org
Knowing how much God loves you is the most important key to healing Meetings at... Saturday 16th August - 10am All Saints Anglican Church 144 Brisbane Rd, Booval Ph 3282 1471
Saturday 23 August - 6pm
Riverview Good News Church at Riverview Community Centre, 138 Old Ipswich Rd, Riverview Pastor Paulo Paulo Ph 0412 966 450
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Rivers Of Life Christian Church at Tivoli Miracle Centre 50 Coal Rd, Chuwar Pastor Fred Muys Ph 0421 918 484
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Lowood Districts Christian Church Railway Street Lowood (opposite Mitre 10) Ph 0434 528 548
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Entries open for Ipswich Fashion Festival Applications are now open for young fashion designers across the Ipswich region to get their entries locked in for the second Ipswich Fashion Festival in October. Last year’s inaugural Fashion Festival event was a big hit, and 2014 is set to be even bigger. Tickets are now on sale for the Gala Fashion Evening on October 25, with applications for the Student Design Awards now online. The Fashion Festival will also include the ‘Fashions in the Limelight’ event at Riverlink on October 30, plus the ‘Kitsch In The Switch’ Vintage Vixens and Retro Rockabilly Fashion Fiesta at Ipswich City Square on Saturday November 1, which last year drew huge crowds. Sacha Drake is one of the nation’s leading fashion houses, and will be involved in this year’s event. Sacha’s designs are worn by a host of celebrities across the nation including Sonia Kruger, Samantha Armytage and Georgie Gardner. Sacha told Ipswich Life that the secret to making it in the Fashion Industry comes down to several factors, but most importantly it is all about being yourself. “To stand out, you have to have your own signature” Sacha said from her Brisbane office. “I have been designing since I was a teenager. I decided to enter the fashion industry when I was about thirty, to come back to my creative roots. At the time, I started designing plain
cotton coloured dresses and then moved onto jersey prints which were really well received. The market really dictates what you will sell. “I put in the hard work in the beginning and I think that still applies now. I door knocked around boutiques, offering to make them on consignment. I said ‘I’ll give you stock and after two weeks either keep it or return it’. I had to put myself on the line and take that risk,” she said. “Timing is everything in this industry and looking back I realise that at the time the economy was on the up and there was a shortage of beautiful jersey print frocks. Those factors helped me along.” Sacha Drake is today, one of the best known names when it comes to fashion, and it’s no surprise that there is a long list of celebrities wearing the label. “We dress a lot of high profile women in the media. They are smart, successful and at the top of their game. They need to look professional, attractive and their wardrobe needs to reflect their position of authority.” Sacha said she loves to see her designs on these women but equally enjoys dressing all women and enabling them to embrace the body they are in. Sacha has become an expert in dressing women of
all shapes and sizes. “What I look for when dressing someone is to first look at their body shape. I see them as a mathematical equation that I have to solve. No matter what your shape there are ways to maximise what you love and minimise what you want to conceal!” Sacha is looking forward to her involvement in this year’s Ipswich Fashion Festival, and has one simple piece of advice to those getting their designs ready. “The best advice I could give to young designers would be to make it wearable, but make it ‘wow’. “I had a young designer from Ipswich work for me a couple of years ago. She was fabulous, an amazing person, and now works for a friend of mine as a Production Manager, so there’s an Ipswich success story for you!”
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STAR CHAT Masterchef: the day after Brent Owens from Victoria survived on just two hours sleep after the Grand Final of Masterchef. Brent won $250,000 in prize money, a book deal and a brand new Alfa Romeo, and needless to say he was still on ‘cloud nine’. About 1.7 million Australians watched the final. This year’s Masterchef had the best ratings for a long time, ensuring the show will be back in 2015, and incredible as it may sound Brent only got his application in with 30 minutes to spare, and only after making a bet with his girlfriend. “I did have a bet with my girlfriend, that is a true story, and that’s what pushed me to do it,” Brent said. “You watch these shows and you say ‘I’m gonna do it’ but you never do. I was one of those people “My family believed in me and my girlfriend pushed me to apply. Applications closed online at 11am and I sent mine in at 10.30am. We agreed that if I went on Masterchef she has to go on Australia’s Next Top Model!” Brett’s job as bobcat driver couldn’t be further removed from being a chef, but in a twist of fate Brent pulled it off. “No, I’m not sick of talking about it, I’m enjoying it while it lasts. The finale was filmed a few weeks ago, and we didn’t actually know the final result until it went to air. I was with my family, I went to my sister’s house and surprised
them. It was a really good moment to see all their faces and their reactions. “You can’t explain the difference in careers. It’s proof that when you find something you love and work hard you can be successful. I was a home cook, like everyone else. I went into this, and I learned things beyond my years.” So what did Brent think when he first saw the final challenge, recreating the Chocolate Ethereal? “Honestly, the words that came to mind… I really can’t say in print. It was stressful dish, but at the same time I kept telling myself that they wouldn’t give us a dish we couldn’t do, it wouldn’t be unachievable. “I knew if I followed the recipe and stayed focused, and kept methodical I just knew I could do it. It tasted incredible. I’m a chocolate fanatic and it was the best thing for me. There were lots of things on the show that tasted amazing, and that was up there with the best. “ Brent survived more eliminations than any contestant in the show’s history, and Brent puts
it down to a cool head at the right time. “I think surviving the eliminations came down to the ability to cope with the stress, because that’s what sent people home. When they lost it in the head it showed on the plate, and I think I handled that pressure better than some others. It is intimidating having judges breathing down your neck and cameras everywhere, but you can’t worry about what you can’t control. In those situations I just put my head down and got on with it. “The whole experience is very stressful. I’m sure every person who enters a competition would have stress and anxiety, but I tried to treat it as a positive experience, and I’m sure all the other contestants would agree that I was
the most relaxed person there.” So with $250,000 in his pocket, Brent plans to spend it wisely, plus he still has a dream of one day doing his own food/travel TV show. “The travel show is something that I’ll do if I can, but right now I need to focus on making a career out of this. “Hopefully I can get my own café up and running with pre-prepared café foods ready to go, and its something that ideally I’d like to expand around the nation. I plan to use the money to boost my career, definitely not to go and party. I think people got the impression I hated my life, but that wasn’t the case. I appreciated all the opportunities I’ve had and now I have a chance to live the dream!”
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TRENDING Community grants awarded Three local community organisations will make a positive difference in the community thanks to over $7,500 from the latest round of Community Development Grants from Ipswich City Council Group will receive $2,000 towards their annual Culture Day in August. West Moreton Community Kindergarten will receive $864 towards engaging a facilitator for four Indigenous cultural education workshops. The Society for Growing Australian Plants — Ipswich Branch will receive $1,000 towards erecting a storage shed / workshop at the arboretum at Peace Park, Rosewood Association Union of Cultures in the World will receive $587 towards equipment and resources to support their members. “These are great investments by council in our community organisations that provide real support for local groups and residents. “These groups are driven by passion in their chosen fields and receive most of their support from volunteers,” Cr Pisasale said.
Councillor Charlie Pisasale said the grants program encouraged community groups to improve the social wellbeing, economy and the environment in Ipswich. “It’s great that there are so many active and civic minded groups in Ipswich who are committed to developing programs and running activities that engage and support residents,” Cr Charlie Pisasale said. Recipients in the latest round of grants are: Community Compassion Ministries will receive $1,000 towards the purchase of extra refrigeration for the Ipswich Foodbarn located in Darling Street. Ipswich State High School will receive $2,000 towards their biennial study tour to Japan for 12 nights in the September/October 2014 school holidays. Staines Memorial College Faith in Action
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Disability Action Week activities announced A free forum and a series of art workshops will be held in Ipswich to mark Disability Action Week which takes place next month. Ipswich City Council Youth and Seniors Committee Chairperson Councillor Sheila Ireland said council was already busily making plans to celebrate the annual week which will run this year from September 14 to 20. “Approximately 20% of Queenslanders have some kind of disability,” Cr Ireland said. “Disability Action Week activities encourage the community to focus on a person’s achievements and abilities. “The events held highlight that diversity and difference enrich communities and that people with a disability have much to contribute to their local community.” Cr Ireland said council was proud to support the week which was designed to encourage positive attitudes towards people with a disability. “We encourage community groups and disability service providers throughout the city to commemorate this important week. We want to improve access and make our community a better place for everyone.” Cr Ireland said the two events to be held were ArtISability Unmasked and a special information forum. “The Community Development Branch are partnering with ArtISability, which is a professional development program run locally for artists with disabilities. “ArtISability Unmasked will provide the opportunity for artists to attend four free workshops which will be facilitated by skilled artists. “
In addition to these workshops, an art exhibition and art competition will complement this project. Each workshop will run from 10 am to 12 pm at Arttime Supplies, 203 Brisbane Street, Ipswich. Cr Ireland said an exhibition would be held at the same venue following the workshops from September 22 to 27. She said as part of Disability Action Week, council’s Community Development Branch was also partnering with Disability Community Awareness to host an information forum for local service providers, parents, carers and community members with disabilities. Cr Ireland said local performers with a disability had been invited to showcase their talents, guest speakers would present on relevant topics and a light lunch would be held at the conclusion of the event. The Information Forum will be held from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm on September 10 at the North Ipswich Reserve Corporate Centre. Forum attendance is free and will replace the regular monthly Ipswich Disability Interagency Network Meeting for September.
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Ipswich Grammar School (IGS) will open its doors to prospective students and families on Thursday 28 August. A non-denominational day and boarding school for boys from Prep to Year 12, Ipswich Grammar School will be fully operational as students lead tours of the historic Woodend campus from 9am to 12pm. IGS will also host a scholarship exam for students entering Year 7 or 8 in 2015. The exam will be conducted at the conclusion of Open Day, and boys must be registered by Wednesday 20 August. Ipswich Grammar School Headmaster/CEO Mr Robert Henderson said dedicated Junior, Middle and Senior school programs ensured a complete education for all students. “It is an important time for parents as Year 7 will officially become part of high school
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in Queensland in 2015,” he said. “Ipswich Grammar School is certainly well prepared for the change. Year 7 became part of our Middle School in 2006 and we have since received international recognition for our programs.”
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The Igor Lapa Junior School is a SunSmart accredited air-conditioned facility offering a safe and stimulating learning environment. Students thrive in rich learning opportunities with an emphasis on literacy and numeracy. These fundamentals are enhanced through a varied program that includes art, science, physical education, music, health, drama, English, technology, history and geography. Music, drama and visual art help boys develop a wide range of skills while enjoying the challenges of new experiences. Boys love movement and physical activities, and with a covered Sports Dome and adventure playground, gym, ovals and heated swimming pool, students develop selfconfidence, teamwork, leadership, acceptance of physical challenges and an awareness of self.
The Senior School curriculum gives students the opportunity to map their own career paths through a supportive, collaborative process. Academic excellence is fundamental to the IGS values, with most graduates going on to study at university. Students in years 10 to 12 have the option of studying specialist subjects across a wide range of areas and can also select from vocational education and training courses. Students are encouraged to participate in
extra-curricular activities under a ‘healthy mind in a healthy body’ philosophy. They also enjoy leadership opportunities that can be carried forward to adulthood. The Ipswich Grammar School Open Day will be held on Thursday 28 August from 9am to 12pm. For more information on the 2015 scholarship exam, visit www.ipswichgrammar. com or phone (07) 3813 9600.
Middle School The middle years at Ipswich Grammar School provide opportunities for boys to learn and grow in ways that are responsive to their needs. Award-winning Middle School programs ensure the educational, emotional and physical transition for students in years 7 to 9 is as smooth as possible. The curriculum is intellectually challenging and empowers young men to learn. Literacy is fostered through cross-curricular initiatives, structured reading strategies, writing programs, competitions and workshops.
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introduced on Saturday evenings. After a successful season of exciting entertainment at Studio 188! Ipswich Civic And a new initiative with some lightCentre is offering another four months of hearted entertainment in a series of Standtantalising programming starting in August: Up Comedy on Saturday evenings. Regular Friday Band Nights presented for So join us at Studio 188! where the and by a youth market, with opportunities entertainment value is high and the for up and coming local artists to perform ticket prices low, so everyone can enjoy alongside more seasoned performers. performances for all ages and tastes. Our enormously popular Jazz and Cabaret And if you buy online before you arrive on on a Friday Night. Unwind after the working the evening, the prices are even cheaper! week with a glass of wine, a cheese platter Here’s the great August lineup: and some of the coolest music around. Gemutlich_August2014_printads:Layout 1 4/08/2014 10:36 AM Page 1 FREE Play Reading Night 14 Aug - 7 pm Delightful monthly low-key Mid-week Lunchtime Concerts, complete with soup or Jazz on Friday Night 15 and 29 Aug - 6 pm a sandwich, that can be easily squeezed into Lunchtime Concert - from the Conservatorium of Music 20 Aug - 12 noon a 60 minute lunch hour. The Ingrid James Quartet 16 Aug - 8 pm Cinema 188! our art house cinema Youth Band Night 22 Aug - 7 pm program providing a broad mix of quality Stand-up Comedy - Mandy Nolan and Mark foreign-language films, not available McConville 23 Aug - 8 pm elsewhere in Ipswich. FREE Poetry Reading Night 6 Aug - 7 pm Special Weekend Concerts featuring Cinema 188! - Les Intouchables (France, some of Australia’s most exciting 2011) 31 Aug - 6 pm multicultural and world music artists will be
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I was pleased this month to attend the Garma Festival, the largest and most vibrant annual celebration of Yolngu culture. Yolngu are the Aboriginal people of north east Arnhem Land and each August the Yidaki (Didjeridu) call heralds the beginning of Garma. Garma is described as “Australia’s most significant Indigenous event, and a model for self-determination, reconciliation, Indigenous knowledge sharing, transfer and exchange. Garma is a colourful event with a greater, deeper purpose. Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians experience and are directly involved in a spectacular yet substantive display of cultural practice and cross-cultural learning.” I can certainly attest to that description, having spent the first few days of August sharing in the celebrations. We were treated to a feast of dance, visual art, ancient storytelling and music. Throughout the three day festival we had the opportunity to attend important forums and education and training programs related to youth leadership, craft, tourism and governance. KeepCup Unimug $24.95 AGlass key focus at this year’s Festival was 5 piece Small $24 350ml glass cup I the Parliamentary Committee (of which Scanpan Medium $26 with tea infuser am a member) inquiry into constitutional cookware recognition ofpiece Aboriginal and Torres Scanpan 4 knife block set Strait set 50% off Islander peoples acrossOur all price sectors of the 50% off RRP $249 $124.50 RRP $629 Our price $314.50 Comprises 9cm Paring knife, 15cm Utility knife, Comprises 16cm saucepan, 24cm stock pot with lid, community. 20cm Cook's knife in an oak knife block. 28cm saute pan, 20cm casserole with lid, 26cm fry pan. The establishment of this committee has strong multi-partisan support and is asked Shop 1 126 Brisbane Street Top of Town to build a strong parliamentary consensus on the timing, content and wording of 3812 2836 info@gemutlich.com.au referendum proposals. The committee www.gemutlich.com.au kitchen. home. design. is now calling forfacebook.com/gemutlich submissions on steps towards a successful referendum. Many people may not be aware but here in Ipswich and the Brisbane region we have as many people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background as in the whole of the Northern Territory. So this is an issue for us locally as well as nationally. Ipswich the home of the Jagera, Yuggera and Ph: 3282 9019 isUgarapul people and I would encourage email: info@strikepublications.com.au anyone who wishes to make a submission to the inquiry to do so by contacting my electorate office on 3201 5300 or email me at Shayne.neumann.mp@aph.gov.au Kind regards Shayne Neumann, MP
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Aged Care graduates ready for work Apprenticeships Queensland in partnership with Careers Australia has successfully completed their first Certificate III in Aged Care program at the Ipswich Campus. Twenty students took part in the 12 week training program that included theory and simulated training followed by 3 weeks of supervised clinical placement. The Careers Australia program has been operating across South East Queensland and now with the partnership with Apprenticeships Queensland has given Ipswich residents the opportunity to gain employment in the aged care industry. The students were from a variety of backgrounds from recent school leavers to mothers returning to work or matured aged workers looking for a career change. All these students are currently looking for work in the aged care sector. They are seeking an opportunity to gain
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Year 7 is moving to high school! Moving Year 7 to high school follows other major changes, such as the introduction of a Prep year in 2007 and raising the school starting age by 6 months in 2008. By 2015 Year 7 students will be
in their eighth year of schooling and almost half of them will turn 13, which is the right age to begin high school. This change will also bring Queensland schools into line with the rest of the
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From 2015, Year 7 will become the first year of high school in Queensland, in line with other States.
country, except for schools in South Australia. In 2013, state high schools began the implementation of Junior Secondary for students in Years 8 and 9. Junior Secondary will also include Year 7 from 2015. Junior Secondary recognises that young teens have different learning and social needs and it aims to provide the supportive environment these students need as they transition to high school. Twenty state schools are currently piloting Year 7 in a secondary setting. Murrumba State Secondary College was the first state high school to welcome Year 7 students when it opened its doors in January 2012.
Nineteen more schools have joined the pilot program since 2013. Pilot schools will share their firsthand knowledge and experience with other schools as they prepare for the statewide move of Year 7 in 2015. All schools in Queensland should now well prepared for the changes that come into effect in January, and schools in the Ipswich region are no exception. Over the next few pages in IpswichLife parents and prospective high school students can find a selection of schools that are set to take children and set them on their way through life with education and learning.
Tafe in Bundamba: Something for everyone TAFE Queensland South West in Bundamba’s upcoming short-courses promise something for everyone, across all career stages, including those who are looking to enter, or re-enter the workforce. • For adults seeking to improve their language, literacy and numeracy skills, two half-day workshops (TAELLN411) are scheduled for 9am–1pm on 22nd and 29th of August, for $180.00. • A Coffee Skills course, for people looking for employment in the hospitality industry, will be held on August 26th, 5–8pm, for $75. • For those keen to advance their hospitality career — a Responsible Management of Licensed Venues two-day course will run on the 15th and 16th of September, 10am– 3pm, $395.00. • Hairdressing students wishing to advance their men’s haircutting skills are encouraged to attend a Mini-Barber course, covering on-trend cut-throat razoring, on 19th of August, 6–8pm, $99. • Trade students or those looking to get into the mining industry will get a lot out of the following two qualifications; Enter and work in confined spaces (RIIOHS202A) — August
26th, 8am-4pm ($295), and Work safely at heights (RIIOHS204A) — September 9th, 8am–4pm ($295). To enrol, or for more information please call 1300 914 754 or visit www.tafesouthwest.edu.au Above: TAFE Queensland South West will be offering a Coffee Skills course in August.
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Education in the Mercy Tradition St Mary’s College has continued to provide a quality, holistic education to young women in the Mercy Tradition for over 150 years. The College prides itself on providing a platform for girls to be active contributors to the world in which they live and work. Our priority is to offer a holistic education that is values based and life-giving, to ensure that each student has the opportunity to achieve to her potential and be a woman of integrity. An education at St Mary’s College prepares young women to be active global citizens with the skills, confidence and resilience to live life to the full and make a difference in an ever-changing world.
St Mary’s College provides a comprehensive curriculum that caters for all pathways from strongly academic to vocational education studies. An extensive co-curricular program enables the girls to actively participate in cultural and sporting activities. Located in the heart of the Catholic Education precinct of Ipswich we provide a caring and nurturing education where your daughter will thrive and become a confident, resilient woman. Enrolments for 2015 are closing soon so please contact us for enrolment information or visit our new look website at www.stmarys. qld.edu.au.
Get qualifications on the guitar! In partnership with the London College of Music and the Registry of Guitar Tutors, Jasper Smith is bringing the chance to gain formal qualifications to the guitarists of Queensland. With 25 years experience as a professional musician in the UK and Europe, Jasper has opened up a new teaching studio in Ipswich. Since 1995 he has been an examiner for the LCM and the RGT who co-developed the first internationally recognized electric guitar exams. Jasper is the only LCM/RGT examiner permanently situated outside the UK. He is a Fellow of the London College of Music (FLCM), their highest qualification and also holds a licentiate teachers diploma and Honours degree in music. As well as offering individual private lessons in all styles to students of all levels, Jasper is running 10 week courses for those interested in preparing for early grade exams. For more information phone Jasper on 0418 295 614.
GUITAR TUITION New fully equipped studio open in Ipswich • All styles electric, acoustic and bass guitar • Individual lessons tailored to your interests • Learn with professional teacher and international examiner Jasper Smith • Over 25 years experience teaching all levels from beginner to diploma standard and beyond • Option to study towards London College of Music internationally recognised qualifications • Early, intermediate and advanced grade courses available • Learn to read music, understand theory and improvise
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Outstanding teachers were recognised at Brisbane Catholic Education’s inaugural ‘Excellence in Teaching Awards’. More than thirty finalists from almost two hundred nominations for the new awards that recognise excellence in learning and teaching, gathered to witness Archbishop Mark Coleridge and BCE Executive Director Pam Betts congratulate the winners. Liam Beatty from St Augustine’s College, Augustine Heights, was presented with the Excellence as a Beginning Teacher award while Paul Mackay from St Peter Claver College, Riverview, received the Excellence in Leadership for Learning and Teaching Award. Ms Betts said it was important in life to acknowledge those who shine in their endeavours. “Too often in our society we focus on the negative rather than the positive and
there is so much positive in our teachers to celebrate,” she said. Ms Betts said teaching was a wonderful career choice. “Teachers have a pivotal role in creating the right conditions and opportunities to encourage learning. “They also help build the future by providing opportunities for positive outcomes in the lives of young people today,” she said. She thanked sponsors TUH (Teachers Union Health), QTMB (Queensland Teachers Mutual Bank) and ACU (Australian Catholic University) for their support. The awards will now become an annual event. For more information about a Catholic school near you or an enrolment pack visit www.brisbanecatholicschools.com.au or call (07) 3033 7000. Above: Liam Beatty from St. Augustine’s College, Augustine Heights and Paul Mackay from St Peter Claver College Riverview.
The Springfield Anglican College The Springfield Anglican College is the oldest school in Greater Springfield yet is relatively young in comparison with the majority of independent schools across Queensland. At sixteen years old, it is wonderful to see the growing maturity of the College across all aspects of its holistic approach to education. Importantly, this leads to a broader range and diversity of opportunities for students who attend the College. In addition to a wide range of sporting and Creative Arts activities on offer each year, College students now have opportunity to participate in a growing list of other extracurricular activities. Each week a number of clubs operate across the campuses including Science, Design and Technology, Chess, running and mountain biking, as well as an Air Cadets Unit operating out of the Secondary Campus. In addition, each year for the past five
years, a group has skied at Perisher Valley and in September, the College’s first overseas sporting trip will take place, with Years Nine and Ten teams heading to New Zealand to play Netball, Basketball and Soccer. Further, in April next year, a large group of students and parents will travel to France and Gallipoli to commemorate ANZAC Day. The College also places great emphasis on students reaching out to those in need. As examples so far this year, students have raised money to support Queensland farmers via the ‘Buy a Bale’ programme, supported students at the Goodna Special School, helped out at the St Vincent de Paul Distribution Centre and, in the month of September, will once again actively support ‘Ipswich Cares’. Collectively these opportunities provide very well for the differing interests of students and, in doing so, offer a suite of learning experiences that facilitate personal growth and development.
Ipswich Junior Grammar School extends co-education to Year 6 According to School Principal, Dr Peter Britton, the Junior School will remain focussed on nurturing the development of confident, well-educated students by providing a quality all-round education program, with an emphasis on academic achievement. “Teaching staff will continue to participate in the School’s professional learning program designed in collaboration with Dr Ben Jensen from the Grattan Institute to ensure that all students receive excellent instruction in every class, every day,” Dr Britton said. “There are also plans to expand the School’s popular music program and introduce a special extension and challenge program for all Junior Grammar students,” he said. The School has provided a successful Prep to Year 4 co-educational program for the past 16 years, with students consistently achieving in the top NAPLAN results for the region. The School will open its doors on a normal school day from 9.00am to 11.00am on Friday 22 August to provide an opportunity for interested families to visit the EEC and Prep to Year 6 classrooms, as well as Ipswich Girls’ Grammar’s Middle and Senior Schools.
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Discover WestMAC at the Open for Business Day West Moreton Anglican College (WestMAC) will be opening its doors to prospective parents and students at an Open for Business Day on Friday 22 August. WestMAC Principal Geoff McLay said the Open for Business Days had proven very popular with families in previous years as the events provide a unique opportunity to see a normal school day at the College. “The Open for Business Day is best described as a mini Open Day,” Mr McLay said. “The event provides a glimpse of a typical day at the College in a shortened format from 9 am to 10.30 am,” he said. “Our students and teaching staff will be working in their usual classes during the event so parents can see firsthand the day-to-day life at WestMAC, just as their child would experience it as a student.” The event commences at 9 am with a brief welcome and information session by Principal
Geoff McLay. Staff members will then conduct personalised tours of the College to see the classrooms in action and various facilities. The event is open to families considering enrolment in 2015 and beyond, however only limited places remain for the 2015 school year. To find out more about WestMAC’s Open for Business Day, visit www.wmac.com.au.
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Discover WestMAC – A Unique Alternative Set on a beautiful 38 hectare, semi-rural campus, West Moreton Anglican College (WestMAC) offers a unique co-educational learning environment for Prep to Year 12 students. At WestMAC, our students enjoy outstanding academic outcomes with a broad subject offering that has been thoughtfully designed to provide students with every opportunity to achieve their best.
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Ipswich Junior Grammar School (Junior Grammar) will become a fully co-educational primary school following approval by the Minister for Education, Training and Employment, Mr JohnPaul Langbroek, and the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board, for the School to extend co-educational classes up to Year 6. Junior Grammar will now offer a co-educational program from its Early Learning Centre (EEC) which encompasses a Kindergarten, Pre-Prep program and long day care; and onwards from Prep to Year 6, from 2015.
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August in Ipswich will be a great time for all golfers, with local golf clubs opening their courses for competitions, culminating in the 2014 Isuzu Queensland Open to be held at the Brookwater Golf & Country Club 28th – 31st August. Ipswich Golf Club, Sandy Gallop Golf Club and Karana Downs Golf Club will host events in the lead up to the Queensland Open. The major prize for the winner at each event is a much sought after place in
the Queensland Open Pro Am. Each of the three clubs will be host a Sunday Open Medley Single Stableford Competition, giving players of all levels the opportunity to win this fantastic prize. Courses and dates are: Ipswich Golf Course – Sunday 27th July. Sandy Gallop Golf Club – Sunday 3rd August. Karana Downs Golf Club – Sunday 24th August.
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What was it about the Isuzu Queensland Golf Open last year that attracted so many spectators? Organisers say the crowd of thousands was packed with as many nongolfers as golfers and there were entire families that chose to visit Brookwater Golf and Country Club every day over the four day championship. Brookwater, which hosted the premier event for the first time, is again this year’s venue. For nine year’s it’s been Queensland’s official number one public access course, and according to the judges an annual stand-out from anything else in the state. Course Superintendent Ben Geeson whose job it is to keep Brookwater on top of the ladder, believes when Greg Norman designed it he built in something enchanting. “Anyone visiting here is immediately struck by the beauty on offer,” he said. “The fairways are crafted to be totally in sync with the magnificent native
Australian bushland setting. You just want to spend time here, golf or not. People come here just to get married. It’s that kind of place.” According to Ben, watching the spectacle of the Isuzu Queensland Open being played in the splendour of Brookwater is a great day out. Spectators are invited to attend this Year’s tournament free-of-charge. Photo: Winner of the 2013 Queensland Open, Nick Cullen watches Australian Champion golfer Peter O’Malley play a shot in the final round.
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In Cinemas from August 28 Stars: Ethan Hawke, Noah Taylor, Sarah Snook ‘Predestrian’ chronicles the life of a Temporal Agent sent on an intricate series of time-travel journeys designed to ensure the continuation of his law enforcement career for all eternity. Now, on his final assignment, the Agent must pursue the one criminal that has eluded him throughout time. Directed by the Spierig Brothers (Daybreakers), starring Ethan Hawke (Before Sunset, Gattaca, Boyhood), Noah Taylor (Game Of Thrones, Shine) and featuring an amazing breakout performance by Aussie newcomer Sarah Snook (Not Suitable For Children).
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Magic In The Moonlight (PG)
Only in cinemas from August 28 Set in the 1920s on the opulent and idyllic Riviera in the south of France, Woody Allen’s Magic in the Moonlight is an enchanting romantic comedy starring Colin Firth and Emma Stone. The film follows cynical and arrogant Englishman Stanley (Firth), a master illusionist who is invited to the Catledge Family mansion to unmask a possible swindle involving an alluring young clairvoyant named Sophie (Stone). At first, Stanley is confident he can expose Sophie as a fraud in no time. But as he witnesses her accomplish numerous supernatural feats, Stanley begins to question his whole rational worldview — if Sophie’s powers are real, anything could be possible. Charming, funny and featuring terrific performances, Magic in the Moonlight delves into the very heart of our belief in something more, with a twist you won’t see coming. Directed by Woody Allen starring Colin Firth, Emma Stone, & Jackie Weaver.
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The Hundred Year Old Man Who Climbed Out The Window And Disappeared (M)
Only in cinemas from August 21 After a long and eventful life, Allan Karlsson ends up in a nursing home. The only problem is that he’s still in good health, and in one day, he turns 100. A big celebration is in the works, but Allan really isn’t interested, and decides to escape. He climbs out the window in his slippers and embarks on an hilarious and unexpected journey, involving, among other surprises, a suitcase stuffed with cash, some unpleasant criminals, a friendly hot-dog stand operator, and an elephant. It would be the adventure of a lifetime for anyone else, but Allan has a largerthan-life backstory: Not only has Allan witnessed some of the most important events of the twentieth century, but he has actually played a key role in them. Starting out in munitions as a boy, he somehow finds himself involved in many of the key explosions of the 20th century and travels the world.
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A Dog Walks Into A Nursing Home
Lessons in the good life from an unlikely teacher by Sue Halpern A layabout mutt turned therapy dog leads her owner to a new understanding of the good life. Funny, moving and profound, A Dog Walks into a Nursing Home is the story of how one faithful, charitable, loving and sometimes prudent mutt — showing great hope, fortitude and restraint along the way (the occasional begged or stolen treat notwithstanding) — taught a wellmeaning woman the true nature and pleasures of the good life. (Allen & Unwin)
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As a bonus to our giveaways this issue, the first 16 winners to collect their prizes from the Ipswich Life offices will WIN a 3 pack of McCormick Flavour Shots! A clever recipe mix that’s ready to use, all you need to do is add the Flavour Shot to your favourite meat and veggies to create an easy, anytime meal with out-of-this world flavour. Watch your family, friends and flat mates flock to the dinner table! Conveniently located in the recipe base aisle of your local supermarket, NEW McCormick Flavour Shots come in five mouth-watering varieties: Chicken Fried Rice, Chilli Con Carne, Pad Thai, Zesty Chicken Curry and Spanish Chicken Hotpot. Keep an eye out for some amazing recipes in the next few issues of Ipswich Life which will show just how amazing these shots are!
Badboys Australia set to rock Brothers One of the nation’s hottest Male Revues is coming to Ipswich, with Badboys Australia bringing their latest production ‘Most Wanted’ to town on August 22nd. Badboys Australia has been entertaining audiences of all ages for over a decade, creating a fan base of excited women who all love a “Badboy”. The show has travelled exensively through the US, Canada and Asia, in such cites as Las Vegas, Chicago, Toronto, Hong Kong and of courst all over Austrlia. The Badboys are all down to earth Aussies, with rugged good looks, rock hard abs and tanned bodies. The new production ‘Most Wanted’ is a non-stop two-hour stage performance. Be entertained by some of Australia’s hottest men as the Badboys take you on a journey catering for every woman’s fantasy. From heroes to save the day, their very own secret agent on a Mission Impossible, and lots of men in uniform! Badboys spokesman Menno
van Kampen said the performers are excited to bring their show to Ipswich. “We have some old faces as well as some new faces that add a whole new flavour to our Badboys Vegas Style Entertainment, Menno said. “Ladies get ready to party with Badboys Australia!” The performers are set to rock Ipswich on August 22 as they take to the Brothers stage in dynamic dance routines, dazzling acrobatics and sensational costumes. For more visit www.badboysaustralia.com or to get tickets for the show in advance visit www.ipswichtickets.com.au.
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ENTERTAINMENT Opera QLD Present — Puccini’s La Boheme The most romantic opera of all time, La bohиme appeals to devotees and newcomers alike. This intimate and revealing new production presented as a concert performance stars some of Queensland’s most exciting young singers as a group of rent-dodging flatmates living and loving precariously on the edge of society. Sung in Italian with projected English translations. When: Tues Aug 12 7.30 pm Where: Ipswich Civic Centre Cost: $55 More info: www.ipswichciviccente.com.au
Your Anzac Ancestors Come along to a FREE hands-on session and learn how to use online tools and library resources to uncover your family’s military history. Session will include searching for service records and other military information on the National Archives of Australia and Australian War Memorial websites. When: Thurs Aug 14 from 10am–11am Where: Redbank Plains Library Cost: FREE More info: www.library.ipswich.qld.gov.au/ events/
Come along to Cerebral Palsy League’s FREE Family Fun Day with face painting, a jumping castle, jewellery making, a $500 giveaway and heaps more! When: Sunday Aug 24 11am–3 pm Where: CPL, 44 South Station Road, Booval Cost: FREE Web: www.cpl.org.au
A Movie Trivia Fundraiser Join ICYS (Ipswich Community Youth Service) for an evening of movie trivia, prizes and fantastic food. Hosted at the delectable Viva Italia, enjoy a 3 course meal, a free drink on arrival and 5 rounds of movie trivia. Book a table, a single seat or sponsor a table? When: Friday Aug 22 5.30pm–10pm If you’re planning an event in your Where: Viva Italia, 231 neighbourhood, email us with the details Brisbane Street , Ipswich and we’ll do our best to include it in this Cost: $60 each or section of Ipswich Life ... Teams of 6: $300 darren@strikepublications.com.au More info: phone 3812 1050
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Pale Ale When you think of Pale Ale what comes to mind? Fruity? Bitter? Sweet? Crisp? Flavoursome? They’re all correct, Pale Ale is the most common type of craft beer on the market but it is also the most diverse. Ale House 24 at the Yamanto Tavern has a great cross-section of the Pale Ale market on offer. First up is Kosciuszko Pale Ale, this ale is light and mildly fruity with a clean crisp finish, a great ale for those just starting their craft beer journey. Next on the list is Scenic Rim Digga’s Pale Ale, sourced from here in Queensland, this Pale Ale sits more on the crisp side of the spectrum with a bolder but not overpowering bitterness with very subtle hop notes. Matilda Bay Itchy Green Pants, or IGP for short, is next. IGP joins Kosciuszko Pale Ale as a great Pale Ale for craft novices, IGP is a cloudy Australian ale with subtle hop notes, balanced bitterness and a very clean finish. Next off the rank is a limited release from our friends at 4 Pines, it is 4 Pines Keller Door Vic Secret Pale Ale. This Pale Ale is made using a new hop variety called Vic Secret which was created in Victoria. This hop has a unique quality in its Pine aroma while adding an earthy character to the beer. Last but certainly not least is Matilda Bay’s Alpha Pale Ale, the biggest and most powerful of the Pale Ales on offer. Right from the get go you are blown away by the massive aroma of pineapple with hints of passion fruit and pine needles. Once you taste it this beer’s power is re enforced with a lovely mouth coating hop flavour, a creamy malt feel and a long but refreshing bitter finish. Alpha is definitely a great food beer which would compliment a spicy curry or cajun chicken (both of which conveniently appear on the Ale House 24 menu). If there is one message you should take from this, it is that Pale Ale is a beer of many faces, so don’t limit yourself to one as you are certainly missing out and just because you didn’t like one particular Pale Ale doesn’t mean you don’t like all Pale Ales. Diversity is the spice of life… so live a little. Production has begun on a sequel to Tim Burton’s 2010 Oscar winning film Alice in Wonderland. Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter and Mia Wasikowska will all reprise their roles in Alice in Wonderland: Through The Looking Glass. Comedian Sacha Baron Cohen has also been added to the cast of the sequel.
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Pop royalty Lorde is compiling the soundtrack for the upcoming movie Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1. She tweeted: “I am so pleased and proud to have been announced the sole curator of the soundtrack for MOCKINGJAY — PART 1”. She has also recorded at least 1 song herself for the soundtrack
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Oscar winner Sandra Bullock has topped the list of Forbe’s Highest paid actresses — with a gravitydefying payday of $AU55m last year. Bullock is almost $20m clear of her colleague —Jennifer Lawrence with $34m and Jennifer Aniston $31m. Rounding out the top ten are: Gwyneth Paltrow $19m; Angelina Jolie $18 m; Cameron Diaz $18 m; Scarlett Johansson $17m; Natalie Portman $13m; Amy Adams $13m; Kristen Stewart $12m.
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The three main stars of The Big Bang Theory could now be the highest paid television actors after negotiating a contract for $1m an episode for the next 3 seasons of the show. Johnny Galecki (Leonard), Jim Parsons (Sheldon) and Kaley Cuoco (Penny) are now on around the same pay-level that the cast of Friends was receiving in their final season.
In tour announcements: ‘Brave’ singer Sara Barellies has announced an Aussie tour — September 24 at The Tivoli. The Madden Brother have also made time for a tour (after their Voice duties) Our closest show is at Gold Coast Convention Centre Nov 2. Till next time… Louise
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DEFENCE Australian Defence Force personnel have been engaged in operations and training activities. Here are some of the people and platforms involved. (Defence Photos) F/A-18F pilot FLTLT Robert Cousland and WSO FLTLT Dave Murphy with V8 Supercar driver Mark Winterbottom prior to the Ipswich400 event.
An Australian MH-60R Seahawk ‘Romeo’ fires its first ‘Hellfire’ missile during testing in Florida.
Emergency Response Personnel extract a manikin from the cockpit of a Super Hornet during training.
Defence Chief says F-35A will be “Greatest evolutionary change” Flying Officers Madelaine Wood, Bonita Brown and Deb Ayres setup an Expeditionary Health Facility.
SQNLDR Anna-Lisa Hernan, participates in an exercise at Eindhoven Airfield, the Netherlands.
Rollout of the the first two Australian F-35A ‘Lightning II’ aircraft at the Lockheed Martin plant in Fort Worth resembled a Hollywoodstyle event, with rock music and didgeridoo sound – even the delivery of a message stick to the RAAF by an aboriginal man. The F-35A, the air defence variant of the Joint Strike Fighter family of fighter jets, is destined to become Australia’s fighter of the future — and one of the few 5th Generation stealthy fighters available worldwide. While the F-35 is regarded as a highly capable fighter it does not have the range or the firepower of the F-22A ‘Raptor’, which has been undefeated in war scenario exercises such as ‘Red Flag’ - but there is no export variant of the fighter The F-35 will be dependent on air refuelling from RAAF KC-30A tanker aircraft, which is part of the modus operandi for Australia’s future air combat capability. Completing the operational support package is the Airborne Early Warning & Control E-7A ‘Wedgetail’ aircraft and the EA18G ‘Growler’ Electronic Warfare fighters. Selection of the F-35 has been controversial, mainly due to cost considerations, production delays, and concern over the aircraft’s performance against Eastern Bloc fighters. But the Air Force remains confident that the F-35’s capabilitly will evolve, as was the case with the F-111 – also controversial in its day. Stealth — low observability to radar — along
with state-of-the-art integrated weapon and avionic systems are seen as strengths of this new type of fighter. Advances in radar technology, with the capability to detect stealthy aircraft, has been a concern but the RAAF is confident that the F-35 can stay ahead of radar technology developments. Both the F-22A and the F-35A are built by Lockheed Martin so there are obvious synergies in each type’s separate but complementary development. Also obvious is the belief by Defence and Government that the F-35 has what it takes to protect Australia’s interest in the coming decades. It’s vital that this is the case, because the $12 billion dollar program for 72 aircraft is a hugely expensive Defence purchase, one that the Chief of Air Force regards as necessary. Air Marshal Geoff Brown syas that the aircraft represents the “greatest evolutionary change” in Australian military aviation history. The first Australian F-35s, designated AU-1 and AU-2, will now undergo aircraft airworthiness and acceptance testing before transferring to Luke Air Force Base in Arizona, to be inducted into the 61st Fighter Squadron where US and Australian F-35 pilots will train side-by-side. Initial RAAF pilot training will begin in the United States in early 2015. From 2018, the RAAF will conduct ferry flights of JSF aircraft to Australia.
Have your Will prepared for just $50 FLTLT Shamsa Lea is presented with the inaugural Leadership Prize by Mr Adrian Morrison.
CPL Natalie Summersgill and LAC Michael Youngberry setup an Expeditionary Health Facility.
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A local law firm has come up with a great idea for people to get a legal will prepared while supporting a fantastic cause. Bushnell & Power Lawyers will host a ‘Charity Wills Day’ in support of Operation PTSD Support Inc. Thinking about making a Will or updating an existing Will? The this is a great opportunity to come along on Friday 29 August 2014 and have Bushnell & Power do the work for $50, to be donated to Operation PTSD Support Inc. Unfortunately, we all know that Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD is a problem that not only affects the sufferer but friends and family as well. Noises we take for granted such as balloons popping, dogs barking, cars backfiring or children screaming can often trigger PTSD. But it is the families and
friends that bear the brunt, often resulting in relationship conflicts, marriage break-down, psychological harm in children and in some cases Suicide. Caring for a partner with PTSD can cause stress and depression for the carer. Operation PTSD Support Inc. provides much needed support to sufferers of PTSD and their family and friends and to promote awareness of the impact of PTSD can have on families of our returning servicemen and women. Having a will prepared can be a costly experience so come along and take advantage of this offer and show your support for such an important Charity. To make an Appointment please call Nikki or Amy on 3281 6644 but hurry, as there are limited spaces available.
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DEFENCE Security forces train under battlefield rules In the 12 months since the establishment of the new combined Security Forces (SECFOR) capability, great strides have been made in refining capability. The SECFOR capability has been successfully employed operationally in the Middle East and in a domestic capacity. Last month, new collective SECFOR capability requirements were evaluated during ‘Exercise Hellfire’ held at the Wide Bay Training Area, intended to give the recently formed members of Number 2 Security Forces Squadron experience in live firing, including the use of battle effects, as well as qualification in high effect explosives. The scenarios ranged from simulated probing harassment to full scale attacks with rocket propelled grenades and small arms, designed to test the responses of base security forces and those of Quick Reaction Forces who deploy in Protected Mobility Vehicles to counter the attack and secure the battlefield. 2SECFORSQN Operations Officer FLTLT Charlie Kearnan commended the effort of both ground and airfield security forces airmen. “Essentially, we are ‘upping the ante’ by throwing in a notional enemy force and scenarios that can replicate what the guys may encounter in the region. “The highlight of the exercise was the integration of the SECFOR workforce. The diverse skills that the airman bring to this culminating scenario is excellent. “It’s been a busy 12 months since the
squadron formed. We’ve had a few transitional issues to work through, but we’re operating as a fully integrated force now. Emerging aircraft types, changing threat sources, establishment of super bases and unconventional expeditionary tasks dictate that security is more important now than ever. XO 2SECFORSQN, SQNLDR Mark Sartori said this was the first time the squadron had participated in the exercise for some time. “Until recently, the Squadron has been heavily committed with operational deployments. This included SECFOR 1 and SECFOR 2 based in Tarin Kot, Flightline Security on Kandahar Airfield and other specialist roles like Close Personal Protection. “2SECFORSQN has also been heavily involved in bridging training to support the new SECFOR capability requirements.” With this in mind, one scenario was based on 2SECFORSQN providing a security effect in support of an Evacuation Handling Centre where the threat to the airfield has escalated. Air Force Security elements including Military Working Dog, Explosive Detection Dog and Airfield Defence Guard’s were employed to provide the security effect for the EHC. Above: 2SECFORSQN’s Quick Reaction Force clear the battlefield after a contact during Ex Hellfire at Wide Bay. Below: 600 grams of plastic explosive is detonated simulating an improvised explosive device detonation during a live fire exercise at a Forward Operating Base. (Defence Photos)
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On August 8, the RAAF marked 50 years since the first deployment of Air Force assets to South Vietnam, when three Caribou aircraft of the RAAF Transport Flight Vietnam landed at Vung Tau air base, followed later by another three Caribous. Air crews flew supply operations, known as ‘milk runs, one to the north and one to the south, on alternate days six days a week. The aircraft airlifted supplies at US Special Forces camps and to the Australian Army Training Team Vietnam across the Central Highlands. Renamed No 35 (Transport) Squadron in June 1966, the squadron is remembered fondly as ‘Wallaby Airlines’. While the ‘milk runs’ by implication were relatively safe flights, 35 Squadron routinely carried out wide-ranging unscheduled daily tasks, allocated at short notice. Benign as the transport operations seemed they involved dangers. Airfields at Special Forces outposts, where the Caribous often landed, were usually outside the camp’s perimeter. Attacks on the aircraft in the dangerous moments of take-off and landing were always possible. Airfield conditions were also hazardous. For Caribou pilots there was little margin for error, as some airstrips were just a few metres longer than the minimum needed for a Caribou to take off. Others eroded
under the flooding monsoon rains and more than one Caribou crashed on these remote landing strips. After 1966 the squadron’s workload increased further when Luscombe Field opened at Nui Dat. Now the Australian Task Force base was part of the Caribous’ regular run, and work with the 1st Australian Task Force became a regular feature of squadron operations. The Caribous returned to Australia in early 1972. They remained the mainstay of Australian Defence Force tactical transport operations — operating from RAAF Base Richmond in New South Wales, RAAF Base Amberley and finally RAAF Base Townsville — before being withdrawn from service in December 2009. Photo: RAAF Caribou crews return to Vung Tau, aircraft A4-171 in the background. (Defence)
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The garage/service station was located at 16 John St, Rosewood. The main section was built and owned by John Evans (father of Len and Ted), in early 1920s. The next section was added in the late 1930s. It was all demolished and replaced in 1960. The photograph features from left to right: Ted Evans, Dave Lergesner, Frank Baills, Ray Waters, Leonie Waters, Gordon Embrey, Janice Waters, Gordon Elliott, Don Harding, Len Evans, Elwyn Lacey, Robin Stubbs. The building on the left was the Queensland National Bank that was demolished and became the National Bank. The 44 gallon drums are from galvanised iron and bent to drain the water from the front of the building. This is one of the many images that are on the Picture Ipswich website and form part of the Rosewood Scrub Historical Society Collection. The RSHS Collection is being
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After spending the month of July reflecting on the 20 years since we opened our Boonah store, August is all about celebrating small business in our local community. A big part of our family business remaining strong throughout the last 20 years has been the loyal support of locals shopping locally, and for that we are very appreciative. This month our loyal customers have a chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes, simply by supporting our local business and shopping locally. There will be several prize draws throughout the month — see in store for full details. We will be showcasing some of our most popular items at some unbelievable prices in our Live Local, Shop Local and Save Catalogue. Items like the rustic “Farmhouse” range will be heavily featured as well as some new lounge designs covered in the latest product on the market, “Leath-aire”. “Leath-aire” looks like leather, feels like leather but is a fabric which breathes and is very easy to clean. The Live Local, Shop Local and Save
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Yellow Brick Road Ipswich has announced the launch of “Ask My Advice” Day, a community based event that encourages local residents to reach out to qualified finance professionals and ask them the home loan, superannuation, and insurance questions that they’ve always wanted to ask, at no cost. Yellow Brick Road Ipswich has announced that its “Ask My Advice” day will be held on Saturday 16th August 2014 at their branch, located at 18 Gray Street, Ipswich. “We decided to hold our ‘Ask My Advice’ Day here in Ipswich because we strongly believe that all Australians deserve to have access to quality financial advice. We especially want our community to understand how they can achieve their financial dreams, in simple to understand terms - we cut out the industry jargon,” says Yellow Brick Road Ipswich’s Branch Principal, Mike McInnes. Research compiled from Australian consumers aged 30-49 in major cities across Australia, found that nearly 49% of
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Limited Edition Mazda MX-5 here Australia’s allocation of 40 of the 1,000 limited edition 25th Anniversary Mazda MX-5s are arriving in the country. Since being unveiled at the New York International Auto Show in April, there has been a great deal of interest around the globe with the car selling out in just a few minutes in the USA and Japan. Australian MX-5 fans have been just as keen with local Mazda dealers having already reserved 13 cars for customers ahead of the official sales start. Mazda Australia anticipates a rush for the remaining limited edition models, which will be offered first to those that have registered interest in the car. Australia’s allocation of 40 limited edition 25th Anniversary MX-5s is made up of 24 with manual transmission and 16 with automatic. In addition, each car comes with a complimentary limited edition MX-5 branded
his and hers Tourneau commemorative watch set. Complementing the styling of the MX-5, each Tourneau watch is made of surgical quality stainless steel, and has a genuine sapphire crystal face and a black leather strap with red stitching. Featuring a unique 25th anniversary badge with serial number, the special edition MX-5 is available in the striking Soul Red metallic paint for the first time and comes with black painted A-pillars, door mirrors and retractable roof. The stunning exterior is complemented with an interior that is simply beautiful. Off-white leather upholstery and door trim, and a black leather arm rest, steering wheel and shift knob are highlighted with red stitching. In addition it comes with a red decoration panel and stainless steel scuff plates (with the 25th anniversary logo). Since its launch in 1989, over 940,000 MX-5s have been sold globally earning a place in the Guinness book of world records as the world’s most popular two-seater open-top sports car. Light weight, perfectly balanced and with the driving thrill that is only experienced in an open top car, the MX-5 is the ultimate roadster.
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All-New Camry RZ has arrived Toyota has drawn on the sporty appeal of its 86 coupé and Corolla hatch to dress up a new special-edition Camry, the Camry RZ. It has also packed the Camry RZ with a substantial list of added features, most of which are derived from the upmarket Camry Atara variants. The $31,990* special-edition model arrives as Camry marks 31 years on the Australian market where it is “coming of age” in its 21st consecutive year as Australia’s best-selling mid-size car. Styling updates for Camry RZ that create an emotional link to the 86 GTS and Corolla ZR hatch start with Inferno Orange premium paint, which has never previously been offered on Camry. It joins five other colours available for the Camry RZ. The revised frontal treatment reinforces the sporty Toyota family connection with the addition of front
foglamps with black surrounds, sports headlamps with dark inserts, and a stylish grille that combines body colour and gloss black elements. Camry RZ features that were previously available only on the premium Atara SX include sports suspension, sports body kit incorporating side skirts and rear bumper, and a boot lip spoiler in gloss black. Camry’s newest special-edition model also gains the dual exhaust system previously exclusive to Atara grades. For more information on this and all things Toyota call Llewellyn motors on 3282 2922.
New Suzuki all-rounder The 2015 version of Suzuki’s best-selling DR650SE enduro is set to touch down in Australia during August. With a bold new white and grey livery, the DR650E isthe number one choice for trail, road and adventure in Australia. “No other motorcycle in our range is as popular with customers wanting to build an adventure tourer to take on some of the world’s toughest tracks,” said Suzuki Australia Motorcycle Marketing Manager Lewis Croft. “Travel anywhere in the adventure motorcycling world and chances are you’ll find a DR650SE in various states of modification. The 2015 iteration comes with the same 644cc four-stroke engine, featuring Suzuki’s Advanced Cooling System (SACS) and tuned with an emphasis on user-friendly performance at low to mid engine speeds. With the convenience of electric start and mechanical automatic decompression, the DR650SE fires first time, every time. The gear-driven single counter balance system minimizes engine vibration for a comfortable ride, while the 40mm Mikuni
carburettor ensures a smooth intake flow and sharp throttle response. The front and rear suspension systems both provide long 260mm wheel travel for ease of handling, while twin piston calliper disc brakes front and rear provide reliable stopping power. Built for all purposes and all sizes, the Suzuki DR650SE can be optioned with a 40mm lower seat height by your dealer. “The DR650SE is ideal for long haul trips and short bursts on the trail, guaranteeing a comfortable ride to work or play. And it’s 100 per cent street-legal and learner approved.” The DR650SE is due to arrive in Australia this month. Ipswich Life 21
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