Qld Guides | Beenleigh - April 2022

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THE KEITH SCHMIDT ART COLLECTION

By Dr. Graeme Nicholson.

The Keith Schmidt art collection consisting of 44 superbly drawn prints has been repositioned in the George Harch Museum at The Beenleigh Historical Village. They are now featured all together. Unfortunately, Keith passed away in 2015, but this collection remains as a reminder of his prestigious talent.

The drawing seen below is an example of Keith’s drawings. This one is entitled:

‘Main Street Beenleigh as it appeared in 1874’.

The Beenleigh Hotel is shown in the centre background, the Planters’ Rest Hotel on the right.’

Beenleigh Historical Village & Museum located at 205 Main Street Beenleigh QLD 4207,

takes you on a journey of years gone by. This collection of our Early Australian heritage is organised as a village and dedicated to preserving the cultural legacy of the old Beenleigh region for current and future generations.

The Village is open from 9.00 am until 3.00 pm at 205 Main Street, Beenleigh. Please telephone (07)3382 0608.

Sign placed with the Keith Schmidt Collection

EAGLEBY GIANTS JRLFC TAKE OUT 3 MAJOR AWARDS IN NATIONAL CEREMONY

By Nick Carrol

On Tuesday the 15th March the Eagleby Giants JRLFC won 3 major awards at the Good Sports national awards ceremony held in Melbourne on Tuesday 15th March.

At a ceremony held at Melbourne’s State Library and attended by sporting clubs from around the country the Eagleby Giants were awarded:

• National junior club of the year

•Queensland club of the year

• Vice President Nick Carroll was named Queensland volunteer of the year

Hosted by the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, the Awards recognise Good Sports clubs and their dedicated volunteers from across the country who are passionate about community, their members and making their club the very best it can be.

Good Sports is Australia’s largest community health sports program helping build strong community sporting clubs across Australia for over 20 years.

Club president Arthur Joyce was deeply honoured to receive the awards;

“This is an amazing achievement not only for the Eagleby Giants but our community as we have been recognised for our efforts in supporting one another. To achieve 3 national awards, highlight how amazing the Eagleby community truly is and the Eagleby Giants would like to thank you all for your ongoing support.”

“Our club motto is dream big and live large and the fact that we received 3 Major awards at a ceremony in Melbourne truly shows that our club lives by our motto. I would like to acknowledge all our players, families, coaches and volunteers for their continued hard work and support. Their dedication to the club and community has made these awards possible.

If you would like to join the Eagleby Giants JRLFC in their 10th season please contact Arthur Joyce on: 0422 261 286.

The Ultimate Mother’s Day Guide

Love Lash Studios

Treat yourself and boost your confidence this Mother’s Day by having your lashes and brows done at Love Lash Studios. Located at Mount Warren Park, Skye and her team specialize in the application of individual eyelash extensions, eyelash lifts, henna brow, facial waxing and tinting. We have over 4 years’ experience in the industry.

P: 0456 213 920 | A: 9c/20-30 Mount Warren Blvd, Mount Warren Park. Fb: @lovelashstudio19

Paint’n’Pour Art Studio

Get your creative juices flowing this Mother’s Day with an art class with qualified Art teacher Liz Saul. Resin, Ink, Sculpture, Acrylic Pouring, Paint’n’Sip and more you’ll find it at this studio. Create your own artistic pieces to hang on the wall or create home wares such as cheese boards, earrings and coast ers. Instructor, Liz will help you to create your own unique masterpiece. They also offer Sip and Paint events, Paint Parties and Mobile Art Classes.

P: 0424 227 317 | A: 4 Bygrave Ct, Rochedale Sth www.paintnpourartstudio.com.au

Barefoot Fish

Looking for a unique experience to give or do with your mum this Mother’s Day? Why not treat your feet to a fish bath! Everyone is welcome to come and experience some giggles and walk away with soft and smooth feet, courtesy of the team at Barefoot Fish. Gift certificates available and group bookings are welcome.

P: 0434 274 153 | A: 27 Browns Plains Rd, Browns Plains | www.barefootfish.com.au

Elemental Shell

Unleash your inner artist this Mother’s Day! Be guided by the talented Michelle at the Elemental Shell as you participate in a group event or organise a private session for you and your friends. These art sessions are for you to relax with your favourite wine, have fun with friends and paint your own little masterpiece. The possibilities are endless!

P: 0401 366 883 | A: 108 Stubbin St, Belivah www.elementalshell.com

Devon Pixies

Celebrate Mothers Day with your loved ones at Devon Pixies this year with a special morning or afternoon tea. Enjoy a selection of irresistible sweet and savoury delights and delicious refresh ments that are sure to delight and impress.

Sunday 8th May | Morning Tea:10am to 12pm Afternoon Tea: 2pm to 4pm Bookings are essential, please call to make your reserva tion. Full payment will be required prior to your arrival.

P: 0449 285 277 | A: 270 Jacaranda Ave, Kings ton | www.devonpixies.com.au

Little Red Dumpling

This Mother’s Day, instead of taking mum out for usual breakfast experience, why not treat her to something a little different? Delicious dumplings and a divine bar? Book us a table! With an offering of both meat and vego dumplings, fried and steamed, Little Red Dumpling is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Be sure to try their pan fried pork dumplings and the rainbow dumplings, or feast your way through the entire list.

P: (07) 3290 0729 | A: Chatswood Central Shopping Centre | www.littlereddumpling.com.au

Rosie’s Candles & Melts

Honour your Mum, Grandma, Wife, or another special lady in your life with Rosies’s Candles & Melts. While it may feel a little clichéd to opt for scented candles, they’re classic gifts for a reason! All candles are made from high quality soy bean wax and melts are made from an excellent hard wax. Everything is hand poured and crafted. You can also find reed diffusers and coffee cups!

P: 0402 891 585 https://www.facebook.com/rosiescandles/

Nemy Beauty

What better way to spoil that special lady than helping her feel beautiful, confident and appreciated with a ‘mummy makeover /HIFU face lifting’ from Nemy Beauty. Nermine, is an award winning beautician with over 25 years experience. This special Mother’s day offer includes Hifu full face, neck+ mini facial + lip mask brow tinting, reshaping for only $500, normally valued $1450. Booking is filling up fast so book yours now!

P: 0410 809 458 | A: 92 Third Avenue, Marsden Fb: @Nemybeauty Ig: nemybeautytherapy

HOW TO CHOOSE FLOWERS FOR EVERY OCCASION

Picking out the right flowers for different occasions can be challenging. You may wonder, “What kind should I get? What co lour should they be?” Many factors must be con sidered before making your selection. Knowing the symbolism and connotation of flower types and flower colours can help you in choosing just the right arrangement.

Anniversary: Red or pink roses are a mainstay, but also a fail safe; as these colours represent love and passion for one another. It's best to avoid yellow flowers in this scenario, as they represent friendship or in the case of yellow carnations, disappointment.

Birthday: In addition to flowers that signify joy or friend ship, each month has a specific flower. If these are for a friend, rather than a significant other, yellow flowers are great, as these symbolise friendship, optimism and joy. Just avoid giving yellow carnations.

Date:

While it is mostly considered an obsolete gesture to bring flowers on a first date, the idea of giving flowers to someone you’ve gone out with a few times is still a good one. Popular choices include orchids, tulips and dandelions, as they are beautiful but not overwhelming for your date. If possible, it's best if you bring the flowers to your date’s front door, to spare them from having to be carried around during the whole date. Sympathy

Flowers:

Sympathy flowers are typically sent to the home of those grieving. Generally, it’s never too late to send these. Chrysanthemums, lilies, daisies and roses are the most popular. Because it’s a good time to cheer up those who are morning, a bright, colourful arrangement would not be inappropriate. Pink, blue and yellow can invoke feelings of hope and rebirth.

Mother’s Day:

There is no wrong way to go here. Flowers for Mum are always a nice touch on her special day. Some of the more popular flowers include pink carnations which represent love and gratitude, red carnations which signify admiration and ger bera daisies which represent cheerfulness.

Valentine’s Day:

Your flower selection will depend on your rela tionship with the recipient. If the relationship has just begun then try lavender roses which signify enchantment. Whereas if you are happily married but they’re not into roses, then you can’t go wrong with a bouquet of tulips which communi cate love. Avoid yellow roses and carnations for your significant other as they signify friendship and disappointment, respectively.

SNAP FITNESS WINDAROO – FOR THE FEELING!

Something new is coming to Windaroo! nap Fitness is opening an exciting new state of the art gym this April. But what distinguishes them from other gyms and fitness centres in the area besides being the new kid on the block, is that they focus on how exercise makes you feel rather than how it makes you look; because when you feel great the results will follow.

Run by manager Andrew, the new Snap Fitness Gym are on a mission to help people create positive lifestyle habits that make them feel fantastic.

“We're a friendly, encouraging team that's all about 'you can do this,' not 'you have to push harder'” explained Ben from Snap Fitness, “We'll help you start small, support every step and reward you along the way. Whether you've just completed a personal training session inside the gym or a leisurely walk outside, any fitness is valid fitness at Snap Windaroo.”

When are you expected to open? Were there any delays/complications?

At the moment we are pushing to be open by the end of April. We will be doing our best to fast track the open as soon as possible however we are in the hands of others with regards to the reconstruction of the shopping centre. As most people are aware, we were due to open midway through 2021, however, the fire that devastated Windaroo Village stopped those plans.

So, after experiencing a fire, flood and pandemic we think we have seen it all now! Strangely our journey so far kind of speaks to who we are as a business and how we will be reminding our members that a setback is just an opportunity for a comeback. In life, you have to pick yourself back up, dust yourself off and push forward.

Why Windaroo?

My business partner and I looked into a lot of areas around South East Queensland and Windaroo just felt right. I previously lived in Mount Warren Park managing one of the neighbouring Snap Fitness clubs and enjoyed the wider community engagement. It feels like there is a genuine opportunity to provide a world-class health and fitness facility to not only Windaroo but the surrounding suburbs.

After the fire, we saw how the community pulled together and wanted to help those that needed it. The local "Village" connection is what it's all about for us and something we want to stay true to. Oh, and I love golf so Windaroo Lakes being up the road didn't hurt.

Who should visit Snap Fitness Windaroo and how do they join?

If you are over 14 years old then Snap Fitness is for you! We offer the most open, inclusive,

empathetic, supportive fitness experience to every member at every level - from absolute beginners to more confident workout regulars. Joining is easy, you can call our phone number, see me at our pop-up stand, join online via our website, or scan the QR code to register your details and we will be in touch with you. There are no messy forms, just fast and efficient digital sign-ups.

Its also the best time to join as our VIP foundation membership sale is on right now and there will never be a cheaper time to join. We have removed the joining fee so once an access card is purchased, you're all set to go!

What services do you offer and what can people look forward to when they engage in your services?

Our gym will be fitted out with state-of-theart Technogym machines who are the official equipment partners of the last 6 Olympic games. Without question the best fitness equipment on the market! In addition, our main gym floor will have coach-led small group training classes like HIIT, Functional, Boxing and stretch/mobility that are included in the membership. All members have 25/7 access to the gym and can gain access to over 230 Snap Fitness clubs around Australia.

Other features like Myzone Heart Rate Monitoring Screens and scheduled 6-8 Week Fitness Challenges and Boot camps throughout the year are added services offered by Snap Fitness Windaroo. Furthermore, we have a designated childing minding room for the little ones filled with lots of goodies to keep them entertained. Creche hours will be based on demand by the members.

Personal Trainers are also available to members for those one and one sessions. If you are a Personal Trainer, we would love to hear from you... the more the merrier!

For more information about Snap Fitness Windaroo, visit their website https://www. snapfitness.com/au/gyms/windaroo or call 0458 304 405 to speak to one of their friendly team.

Support Coordination you can count on

Our dedicated Support Coordination team in South East Queensland are the local specialists when it comes to helping people find the disability supports and services they need to live more comfortably and independently.

If you, or someone in your care, needs help with accessing and coordinating supports and services contact our team today.

WE E K E ND Getaways

CANUNGRA

The Scenic Rim region is a thriving rural paradise set in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range and surrounded by World Heritage-listed national parks. Home to a population of more than 40,000 the region covers 4254sq km and is located an hour south

of Brisbane and an hour inland from the Gold Coast.

Known for its breathtaking scenery, it is a popular tourist destination offering visitors plenty to see and do. From its myriad of wineries and art galleries to expansive bushwalking tracks, state of the art equine facilities, growing rural communities and friendly country charm, the Scenic Rim region is a must-see destination.

One of these unique communities rich in history and tradition is Canungra and can be found nestled in the foothills of the Lamington National Park.

Nicknamed the “Valley of the Owls”, one of the origins of the town’s name comes from the Aboriginal word for small owls, “Caningera”.

Boutique Country Getaway

Build a Bunny

Bring the kids to celebrate Easter with our free build a bunny workshops. Each participant will be able to make their own plush bunny to take home.

Dates: Monday 4 – Friday 8 April Times: 10am – 1pm Location: Near the Food Court Visit beenleighmarketplace.com.au for full details.

*Limited items per

while stocks last. No bookings required.

DISCOVER WHAT’S HAPPENING IN BOONAH

Welcome to the heart of the Scenic Rim, Boonah. This charming country town is nestled among world heri tage-listed areas and is rich in natural beauty. Proud of its farming history, the town retains its traditional ‘high street’ where country shopping, friendly locals, talented arts community and fresh produce welcome visitors to their town.

Home to some of the region’s finest wineries, local gourmet produce, farm stays and scenic accommodation. Don’t miss a stroll around town and experience what this bustling country town has to offer.

It’s an exciting time for Boonah with two big events happening in May! Arts in the Olives is back in a NEW Olive Grove in the Scenic Rim and now a two-day event on Mother’s Day weekend 7th and 8th May 2022! Come along and take part in the creative workshops, browse the quality handmade stalls and art for sale, great food and entertainment!

Save the Date for the annual Boonah Show on the 27th and 28th May! A highlight of the year, the show has plenty to see and do including a great variety of rides, sideshow alley, food and merchandise, the demolition derby, chainsaw races, Ute muster, motor cross bike challenge, spectacular fireworks and much more!

Looking to stay? Boonah has a variety of accommodations available including the Boo nah Valley Motel perfect for singles, couples,

families and groups for all occasions. The motel offers affordable, modern accommodation with picturesque views at your back door. Or why not try Hammermeister House? Centrally located, Hammermeister House is a historic Queenslander set in beautiful gardens and stunning views of the border ranges.

If you’re looking for a weekend getaway or a romantic retreat? Then you can’t go by Barney Creek Vineyard Cottages. From exploring the mountains and National Parks to relaxing with a glass of wine in the comfort of your cottage, no matter how you wish to enjoy your time, Barney Creek Vineyard Cottages offers it all.

Located in Harrisville, Summer Land Camel Farm is just a 25-minute drive from Boonah and an hour from Logan. There you can meet their gentle camels, feed them, take photos and learn about the anti-ageing and immune health benefits of Camel Milk. See their products be ing made and experience the freshest products straight from the farm.

Enjoy country fare in their cosy Café, taste delicious camel milk, gelato, their amazing cheeses, cakes and their famous camel-cino. Try their anti-ageing skincare products and learn why camel milk is the ultimate ingredient for skincare.

If you’re looking for somewhere to eat, Boonah and surrounding areas are home to a range of dining experiences; from fine dining at The Vue Restaurant to grabbing a coffee and a bite to eat from Sandie Lee’s Kitchen or learning to cook your own stunning meals using local produce with Caz from Scenic Rim Cooking Classes. There is something for everyone to enjoy!

AFTER FIVE YEARS, ARTS IN THE OLIVES IS BACK!

Considered by many to have been the Scenic Rim’s most popular arts event, BADCAP is proud to announce that, after a break of five years, ARTS IN THE OLIVES is back! It’s still in the Scenic Rim, one of the Lonely Planet’s top destinations in the world, but it’s just changed olives groves which takes it from south of Beaudesert to east of Kalbar.

2008 saw the first Arts in the Olives take place at Worendo Grove in the Lost World. BADCAP (Beaudesert and District Community Arts Project Assn. Inc) had a wild idea to host an International Sculpture Symposium in Beaudesert and extra funds were required. The event was so successful it ended up running for ten years.

As many people have missed Arts in the Olives so much, there has been a lot of pressure to recreate this special arts event and it is with much pleasure that BADCAP, in conjunction with the Olive View Estate, will bring you 2022 Arts in the Olives.

So much will be the same – arts workshops and demonstrations, artisan stalls, a day and night music program, free children’s workshops and Arts in the Olives’ very own art gallery, but some thing new will be the sustainability and lifestyle sessions.

Arts in the Olives is moving from one side of the Scenic Rim to the other. Olive View Estate at Kalgun is the 2022 venue. Olive View Estate is at 58 Kulgun Road, Kulgun which is a few kilometres from Kalbar on the western side of the Scenic Rim and only an hour from Brisbane.

The other major change will see the activities being held over two full days with entertainment being a highlight as the sun sets over the ranges on the Saturday night. The Scenic Rim Regional Council has also chosen Arts in the Olives to be the venue for its second Arts Dinner of the year which will feature inspirational talks by practi

tioners sharing their journeys and explaining how their art connects to community.

Another first for Arts in the Olives is that there will be an option to camp overnight – either BYO tent or rent-a-tent!

The ever-popular Food Trucks featuring international gourmet food, using as much locally-grown produce as possible, will be another reason not to miss this highly anticipated event.

With all the workshops to choose from, it’s guar anteed there is going to be something to appeal to everyone. Participating in a workshop in the mid dle of an olive grove in the Scenic Rim, one of the most picturesque spots in the world, surrounded by other creative people, will again be the year’s highlight for many.

Among the many workshops are blacksmithing, mask making, limestone sculpture, mosaics, felting, bamboo flute making, weaving, stitching, indigenous art, metalsmithing, eco-dyeing, pottery, jewellery and pizza making. To see the complete list go to www.badcap.org

And to all the mothers, who have been treated to an outing to the Lost World for Mothers’ Day in the past, they will be pleased to hear that Mothers’ Day weekend has been chosen again. The dates to diarise are Saturday 7 May and Sunday 8 May.

Brochures with the full exciting program are now available, and as workshops always fill quickly, it is recommended that everyone books online just as soon as they can. A discounted price for entrance tickets will also be available online with one or two day passes available. (Workshop participants do not pay an entrance fee.)

Brochures are now available at the Libraries, Cultural Centres, coffee shops, Visitor Information Centres or from Kalico Country in Brisbane Street Beaudesert. Details are also available online www.badcap.org

THE BOONAH SHOW IS BACK FOR 2022!

The Boonah Show Society is pleased to announce that plans are well underway to run the 121st Show. Show Schedules are now available, in print or online versions.

Don’t miss out on experiencing all the Boonah Show has to offer! With new features including “Showcasing Boonah” a new virtual reality experience that showcase Boonah’s producers, attractions and venues as well as hourly cooking demonstrations in the licenced McDougal Building or try the local beer, wine and produce in the Muller Building.

For families, there is the Interactive Area next to the Animal Nursery, designed with young chil dren in mind; where they can be “little farmers”, gather eggs, dig some potatoes, plant some seeds, shell some corn, make a scarecrow, and lots of other activities including the Scarecrow Trail. Be sure to pick up your free Scarecrow Trail Bag.

You can see all this, as well as all the traditional features of a good old fashioned country show including Sideshow Ally and loads of free enter tainment! See the Boonah Show Program for full details including days and times. Don’t miss out on the special prepurchase ride tickets, which you can buy when you purchase your 2 day Gate passes at IGA Boonah.

The Saturday Night Show will be bigger and better than ever. The Monster Trucks are back along with a massive Fireworks display with a Pyro Musical theme! As well as all the favourites, as in the Young Farmers Challenge, the Ute Muster, Racing Lawnmowers, Historic Speed Cars and Demolition Derby.

One of the major changes brought on by Covid regulations, is that our patrons are encouraged to pre-purchase gate passes via the Agfast Scan Code, which you will find on show flyers, or on our Facebook and website. However, we will still take entries and you can pre-purchase your Gate passes over the counter at the Of fice, or via email or the Webpage, as no entries will be taken on the day.

As Qld Health Covid Regulations stand at pres ent, Patrons will need to use the Qld Health QR Code and show their green tick before entering the grounds.

For more information about the Boonah Show or to book tickets, visit www.boonahshowsociety.org.au.

A

HAS COME TO BEENLEIGH!

Hairdresser, Karl is leading a new hair evolution in Beenleigh, focused on im proving the hair health of Logan locals.

In December, 2021, Karl opened his salon on George St in the heart of Beenleigh; working to provide the best service to locals.

“I want to give my customers confidence by styling their hair”, stated Karl, local hairdresser and owner of Hair by Karl.

As a Korean hairdresser with over 20 years’ experience, Karl specialises in all forms of hair styling, for both men and women. The salon provides a range of services including hair cutting, blow drying, colouring and perming.

Karl takes great care with every one of his customers and understands the differences in

people’s hair, customising his service to ensure they get the best results.

“In particular, I have prepared 2 types of colouring products for Aussie and Asian hair, as Europeans and Asians have completely dif ferent hair pigments”, stated Karl, “But the most important thing is not to perform excessive chemical procedures that increase hair dam age. In principle, chemical procedures should be performed within the range of self-damage care.”

Unlike other hairdressers, Karl wants to emphasize the importance of root volume and direction when styling, which is quite a crucial factor in determining a person's image. That's why he is performing root volume and correc tion perms.

For more information about Hair By Karl and their services, call Karl on 0413 112 930 or visit their Facebook page https://www. facebook.com/hairbykarl.

A new evolution towards improved health for hair

Whether you’re preparing for a special occasion or simply want to treat yourself with at a new, beautiful hairstyle, Karl can help you look and feel your best. We offer a wide range services such as hair cuts for male and females, wave perms, colouring and styling.

St Beenleigh

Specialists in Primary Education

Creativity at Bethania

All children are naturally creative and curious, and thrive when given the opportunity to cultivate their creativity. Here at Bethania Lutheran School, we nurture curiosity from the moment they walk through our doors until the day they graduate, providing them with the tools they need to wonder, question and design creative ideas.

Learning Culture

Bethania Lutheran School is proud to have a solid, inclusive learning culture, where every child’s uniqueness is appreciated.

Student engagement is a major focus, with our teachers designing learning experiences to get our students excited, motivated and thinking creatively, capturing their interest as they meaningfully explore real world problems.

We have high standards for our students to achieve their personal best and to challenge

themselves to grow and progress both academically and emotionally.

BLS are developing self directed, creative thinkers, problem solvers and independent learners, encouraging our students to take risks in a safe environment.

‘An essential aspect of creativity is not being afraid to fail,’ Dr Edwikn Land.

Learning Spaces

The culture of a Learning Space, also has it’s hand in creating creative students, in creating the long-term memories for our students.

Agile and outdoor Learning Spaces allow for flexibility in the classroom layout to suit students preferred learning style. Students develop an awareness of their own learning style and are trusted to make choices about how they learn best.

The learning culture at BLS together with our flexible learning spaces, provide students the opportunity to think deeply, and creatively.

Call for a personalised tour of our state of the art contemporary learning facilities and experience Bethania for yourself.

IMPORTANCE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Achild’s early years are the foundation for their future development, providing a strong base for lifelong learning and learning abilities, including cognitive and social development. Babies are born ready to learn, with around 90 percent of brain development occurring in the first five years of life.

Vision and hearing pathways develop first, followed by early language skills and higher cognitive functions. A child's vocabulary often quadruples between ages two and four. These connections become more complex over time as children grow, and influence brain devel opment to create positive learning behaviours from an early age.

Research shows that children who participate in quality preschool programs are more likely to arrive at school equipped with social, cognitive, and emotional skills. Higher levels of education al success, employment and social skills have all been linked to moderate levels of participa tion in quality early childhood education. There are a large variety of early learning centres available to Logan parents.

Kaleidoscope Kids Early Learning Centres follows the Early Years Learning Framework to extend and enrich children’s learning from birth to five years and through to school. They combine routine and spontaneous activities to provide a varied and exciting curriculum for children.

While at Springwood Community Kindergarten, it is more focused on play inspires learning. For 45 years, their experienced Early Childhood

teachers have delivered engaging programs that balance play, learning and school readi ness in a supportive environment.

Whereas Amana Family Day Care is an ap proved form of child care that is provided in the Educator's own home. The home-based setting provides a familiar and safe learning environ ment. Family daycare can offer care during standard hours, evenings, before/after school, during school holidays and in some cases overnight and weekends.

But what should parents do if they notice their child is not meeting those important mile stones? Eli’s Place is here to help. Eli's Place works closely with families to provide support, strategies and education to build long term skills and results in the form of Occupational Therapy.

Occupational Therapy enables people to com plete the activities that they find meaningful. For children this might look like playing, sleeping, feeding themselves, learning, regulating them selves and becoming more independent in all activities of daily living.

Occasionally children need a little extra assistance with their work and that is where 10/10 Tutoring services come in. Working with children from kindergarten to Grade 12 and at times on into adulthood to help them develop positive attitudes, skills and strategies required in becoming a lifelong learners for the fast-changing world.

CAIRNS

Bruce Highway

The Bruce Highway. The seemingly never ending 1,679km stretch of road that has been connecting Queenslanders between Brisbane and Cairns since it was completed in December 1986. It has become a regular companion in the great Queensland Road trip.

With so many great places to stay, things to do and places to eat the possibilities are endless.

In this regular travel feature, we will be taking our audience on the ultimate

road trip, ‘Travel along the Bruce Highway’. Starting from Brisbane, we are going all the way up to Cairns! Featuring a new city or region every couple of months - along the way showcasing local attractions, places and hidden gems that everyone should experience at least once.

All aboard for the first destination: Sunshine Coast & Hinterlands!

Just north of Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast encompasses the coastline from Caloundra to Rainbow Beach; the lush countryside of the hinterland and the beauty of this region will captivate you. Rich in diversity, the destination is brimming with the best that Australia has to offer.

Pristine beaches sit alongside subtropical rainforests and majestic mountains, interspersed with villages steeped in history. Frolic at the beach in the morning and enjoy the afternoon in the lush hinterland, just a short drive away.

Savour the fresh and bountiful local produce through a paddock to plate and trawler to table dining experience or have your pick of accommodation; with such an amazing array of accommodation affording coastal or mountain views, the Sunshine Coast Hinterland is the perfect place for a peaceful holiday!

SUNSHINE COAST BRISBANE

Discover an array of attractions, tours and experiences – from wildlife encounters to getting lost in a hedge maze and embarking on a special tour - there is a veritable goldmine of activities.

Feel like a local from the moment you arrive where the people are friendly and genuine.

The Hinterlands

Planning a trip to Queensland’s Sunshine Coast? Explore an abundance of beautiful beaches and discover their best-kept secrets. Spanning around 60 kilometres, the Sunshine Coast encompasses the space between Pelican Waters in the south, all the way up to Tewantin in the north. In between, there are over 30, extraordinary, expansive beaches to explore.

Planning to stay? Why not stay at Beachfront Towers in Maroochydore. These spacious and self-contained beachfront apartments boast spectacular ocean views. For families, you can’t go past Kalua Holiday Apartments in Maroochydore. These self-contained apartments are conveniently located within walking distance to the Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre and a huge choice of restaurants.

Whether it’s your first time visiting or you’re a regular looking for new inspiration - there is plenty to eat, see and do at the Sunshine Coast.

Tina Cooper Art & Glass Gallery

“The Honey Ant Collection”

EXHIBITION

This Exclusive Gallery in the Montville Hinterland By Appointment Only 10am to 5pm

GLASS ARTIST

Tina Cooper & Wolfgang Engel

Phone: 0417 194

Your most affordable choice of Holiday

Maroochydore,

BATTLE

OF THE BURGERS VOTE FOR THE BEST BURGER IN LOGAN!

People’s Choice Awards

People love a good burger. No food topic triggers more debate than a discussion about the best burger around. But which restaurant truly does the best burger in Logan?

You get to decide by voting for your rightful champ in the ‘Logan City Guides’ Battle of the Burger Challenge.

It’s a chance for everyone to get involve and support our local burger venues while having a

bit of fun and engage with the local community. One lucky voter will be randomly selected to win a pack lunch for them and their team! That’s some serious patty buying power. You can only vote once — so make your vote count!

Voting is open now so make sure you visit the below restaurants and decide for yourself!

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Bhutanese

Dining Guide

COFFEE & DUMPLINGS

Coffee & Dumplings is a locally-owned community gathering place located in Springwood. Providing the community with an exciting fusion of East meets West flavoursome food at an affordable price for all to enjoy. People can expect generous portions, heavenly coffee, healthy smoothies and thoughtful service. Come along and let us provide you with an experience beyond your expectations.

Big Buns

American

Seafood/Burgers

Cornubia Shopping Centre

Rd &

Bay

Big Buns in Browns Plains is a game-changing burger joint slinging gourmet burgers and fingerlickin’ ribs. A collaboration between four mates, the American-style eatery was conceived in the midst of COVID-19. The mouth-watering menu has something for everyone, boasting 7 beef burgers, 5 chicken burgers, 5 plant-based burgers and 1 fish burger. So come along and try them for yourself!

GEORGE’S GRILL SEAFOOD & BURGERS

A favourite with the locals, George’s Grill Seafood & Burgers is popular for its range of top-quality seafood, varied cooking techniques and original recipes. Its menu features traditional and specialty items including Grilled Baby Octopus and Moreton Bay Bugs, and the famous gourmet burgers. The fish here is beautifully battered, crumbed or grilled and is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. A must try visit!

LITTLE RED DUMPLINGS

Dumplings

Whether you like sweet and soft or crunchy and succulent, Little Red Dumpling serves some of the best and most authentic dumplings in Logan. Prepared daily, their dumplings are made from fresh local ingredients and served with a delicious secret sauce. Why not expand your repertoire and try some of their ‘Not Dumplings’ dishes. Stand-outs include fried chicken baos and the wonton in red chilli sauce. They are open 7 days from 11am-9pm.

BRAKING THE CYCLE

Braking the Cycle is a learner driver mentoring program that empowers young people to attain the mandatory 100 hours of supervised driving required to obtain their licence.

Braking the Cycle matches young drivers with a volunteer mentor, and provides a safe vehicle to support participants to gain their licence. Mentors not only provide practical instruction to help participants develop positive road safety attitudes and safe driving behaviours, they offer encouragement, positive support and community connection.

Obtaining a driver’s licence assists young people to secure employment. Braking the Cycle aims to create safer young drivers and increase social inclusion and workforce participation of disadvantaged at risk young people through mentoring, education and assistance to obtain a driver’s licence.

For more information, to enrol or if interested in a volunteer mentor role, please contact Matt Abela at Pcyc Beenleigh – 0409 145306.

SPECIAL

CELEBRATING LOGAN’S PETS!

Pets come in all different shapes and sizes; from dogs and cats to birds, fish and reptiles. There is a pet out there for everyone! With National Pets Day on the 11th of April, we come together to celebrate our pets. Although if you are a pet owner, you know there’s not a day that goes by that you don’t celebrate your animal companion!

On National Pets Day, it’s an opportunity to lavish their pets with the adoration and care they deserve (well, more than on any other day). Taking them out for a walk or a drive, buying their favourite treats, or getting them a new toy to play with from local pet stores like Comfy Critters in Loganlea or Little Wardy’s Pet and Aquarium in Slack Creek, are just some of the ways that pets are spoiled just a little extra on this day.

Treat your pet to an experience. You can’t go past Pooch Avenue in Slacks Creek, Queensland’s first luxury, 5-star Dog Grooming Salon, Day Spa, Day Care and Boutique or Puppercuts, a professional dog grooming salon

in Shailer Park. If doing it yourself is more your style, get all your grooming supplies from DGS Imports.

Are you looking for some time away? Brooke’s Inspired Pet Services has got you covered for everything from Pet Sitting, Mobile Grooming, Pet Photography and much more! If you are a bird owner, Brisbane Bird Minding in Rochedale South is the place to go. Catering for short- and long-term stays, personalised care and attention in a home away from home environment.

Are you looking for an exciting place where your family pet can interact and socialise in a safe and stimulating environment? Then Canine Cubby - Activity Centre for Dogs in Loganholme is perfect! They also offer Aquatic Rehabilitation Therapy, which is great for dogs recovering from several injuries, degenerative conditions and those who are overweight.

Ensure your pet is living its best life at the Daisy Hill Veterinary Clinic. A local family-owned and operated vet that has been in the area for over 30 years.

But the day is not all about them, why not gift yourself an everlasting memento of your beloved pet with an original hand-painted watercolour pet portrait or gift from Lucy & Coco Pet Portraits & Gifts.

So the question remains, how will you celebrate your pet this National Pets Day?