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Together we can forge women's equality and collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.
Individually, we're all responsible for our own thoughts and actions - all day, every day. However, we can break the bias in our communities, workplaces, schools, colleges and universities and together, we can all break the bias - on International Women's Day (IWD) and beyond.
International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality.
IWD has occurred for well over a century, with the first IWD gathering in 1911 supported by over a million people. Today, IWD belongs to all groups collectively everywhere. IWD is not country, group or organization specific.
Whether deliberate or unconscious, bias makes it difficult for women to move ahead. Knowing that bias exists isn’t enough, action is needed to level the playing field.
In 2022, the International Women’s Day (IWD) campaign theme is #Break the Bias.
In a show of solidarity, people are encouraged to Strike the IWD 2022 pose (cross their arms) and share their #BreakTheBias image, video, resources, presentation or articles on social media using #IWD2022 #BreakTheBias to encourage further people to commit to helping forge an inclusive world.
So, are you in? Will you help break the bias?
For access to IWD resources and guidance, head to the IWD website and register to join the Community at https://www. internationalwomensday.com/Register.
#IWD2022 #BreakTheBias
Can you imagine a gender equal world?
Date & Time: Sat, 5th of Mar at 10am
Place: Beenleigh Events Centre
Find local handmade gifts, honey, jewellery, ceramics and more at the traditional Village Market Day. Support local businesses and the Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum. Gold coin donation entry, per person.
Beenleigh Historical Village & Museum 6 TH SUN 7:00AM
Country market held on the first Sunday of each month at Logan Village Green in Logan Village. Features small businesses from craft to treats and condiments. Come, experience and explore! Free entry, free street parking.
Logan Village Green
12 TH SAT 5:30PM
Bring your own chair or picnic blanket and enjoy a free cup of popcorn if you are one of the first 100 to arrive. They will be screening, The Croods 2: A New Age
Beenleigh Town Square
From 7 am until midday each Saturday the Plaza area will be transformed into a bustling marketplace with fresh local produce, hot food, handmade boutique stalls, kids’ activities and live, local entertainment.
Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct
Date & Time: Sun, 13th of Mar at 4pm
Place: KBF Cultural Precinct
We pride ourselves on the ability to change and impact lives in a healthy way. We do so by offering our high-quality mind and body services such as tarot reading, various massages, naturopathy, energy healing, and more!
Explore our service menu and book your appointment with us now!
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".
Canungra owes its existence to the early cedar getters, saw millers and the expanding timber industry. The town developing from a village settlement had evolved there from the 1880s, around the time the Lahey brothers established the Canungra Sawmill; the first intensive exploitation of the timber reserves. In the early part of the 20th century, Canungra was home to the largest softwood timber mill in Australia. The mill serviced the large area along the Canungra Creek and the upper Coomera River.
Today, Canungra is a hub for exciting activities and unique opportunities, like hang gliding and hot air ballooning. The forested valleys and vine-clad hills of the Scenic Rim area are even more magnificent when viewed from above. View Canungra from a different perspective as you take in the breathtaking scenery and picturesque views while you float above the Scenic Rim.
While on the ground and close to town, visitors can enjoy farm stays, bed and breakfasts, cabin accommodation and vineyards where people can enjoy a smorgasbord of unique food and wine experiences. Take time out for a light lunch, morning or afternoon
tea at one of the many restaurants or cafés. Don’t forget a stroll around the local shops and heritage displays or explore one of the many attractions including the Museum of Australian Military Intelligence.
If you’re a nature lover, immerse yourself in the lush rainforests, ancient trees, spectacular views in one of the extensive walking tracks in the parks close to Canungra; including the Canungra Conservation Reserve, Sarabah National Park and the Lamington National Park. These areas are outstanding place to visit for walking, bird watching and relaxing.
Canungra has a little bit of everything in the heart of the Gold Coast Hinterlands. There is something for visitors to do all year round. So why not make Canungra your next weekend getaway.
Retreat to the Scenic Rim and stay at Country Mile Escape. Enjoy this bou tique country getaway nestled amongst the picturesque rolling hills of the Scenic Rim; recently voted by Lonely Planet as one of the World's top 10 travel destinations.
Immerse yourself in the world of serenity. Sit on the veranda while you have a long breakfast and watch the wind dance with the grass as it tells its story for today or make friends with the birds that visit the cottage garden. Be adventurous, take a walk and discover what shares the property.
Relax and watch as the afternoon sun slowly slips over the mountains, making its sun set painting of colours for today. As the day disappears, for the night sky performance of diamonds shining down over you. You can't make your mind up on whether to take a long soak in the stunning bathtub or sit around the fire, taking in the glorious views, as you watch the wallabies and farm animals making their last round past the studios.
If you're looking for a private getaway with stunning views, Country Mile Escape is the perfect place for you.
For more information about Country Mile Escape or to make a reservation, visit their website www.countrymileescape.com.au or contact Trish on 0419 090 246.
Without doubt, the best way to start the search is to give some thought to your child's potential to succeed at different things and in different environments.
• Get a clear picture of your child's interests, abilities and weak spots.
• Consider their academic strong points as well as their aptitudes in sport, art and other extracurricular areas.
• Ask your child to think about what they like and don't like about school, their own strengths and needs, and the things they want to get out of secondary school.
A reasonably complete picture of your child makes it easier to know what you are looking for in a school, and to recognise it when you find it. Primary school teachers who know your child may be useful sources of information.
The most systematic way to select a school is to compare the options against a checklist of school types and characteristics. The headings through out this section can be used to form the basis of these checklists.
If you have a particular need to satisfy (for example, a special educational requirement or a preference for boarding or distance education), the choice will be limited. Otherwise, start by de ciding where you're prepared to travel to, which sectors are most appropriate, and, if applicable, the religion or ethos you prefer. You can add to your checklist by including other characteristics you think would benefit your child (a strong sporting program, a particular language or a new science laboratory, for example).
Once you have identified the schools that fit your criteria, you should have a short enough list to go shopping. Visit the schools, scour their websites and talk about them with anyone who knows the school firsthand.
Which schools get the 'best' results?
Although it's not always useful to apply a blanket success rating based on ATAR scores to compare schools with different subjects and students, it's essential to consider each school's performance against its own best possible outcomes and the outcomes you want for your child.
You will probably want to consider the pattern of student performance in Year 12, including the outcomes of senior students. The percentage of ‘high achievers' in a school is an influential factor for many parents, but remember that every school enrols a different range of students, so you are seldom comparing like with like.
You need to find out why the record looks so good (or not so good) and compare schools' achievements on balance. Many parents are also interested in finding out the proportion of students who go to university. Again, this figure is important, but it does not indicate the univer sities attended, the courses taken or the number of students awarded their first preference.
Try to assess the ability of a school to ‘add val ue'. For instance, a school adds value if its Year 12 students get better results than would have been predicted from previous years' results. Also consider the retention rate. It is a significant measure of the school's success if students are staying on at the school to complete Year 12. Schools usually keep track of two figures: retention between Years 7 and 12 and retention between Years 10 and 12. You could ask about this along with added value.
One other very important factor is the teach er. There is an extensive body of research to suggest that although schools make a significant difference, the difference made by individual teachers is even greater.
This year will prove to be the College’s best. There has been an increase in the number of classes in the Primary school, with four new teachers joining our community. For the first time in the College’s 30-year history there are two streams across all Primary year levels, with three Prep classes.
The strong Educational Support team means that each class has a support person available, to be able to offer assistance on an individual or group basis as required. Our proactive Wellbeing team will be joined by two therapy dogs later this year. The physical and mental safety of our students is always our highest priority, and we are so excited to welcome two furry friends into our classrooms.
The College Master Plan includes upgrades in sports facilities and in the overall beautification of the College campus, with the next stage being the soon-to-be commenced Music excellence space, and the covered court and stage facility.
We are also enhancing our extra-curricular programs, with the expansion of our highly successful Volleyball Program. In 2022 we expect to continue our consistent level of representative selection for volleyball, and several of our students are beginning to explore scholarship opportunities overseas thanks to their participation in the Volleyball Program.
I am very proud to call Hills College a community minded school, one with a true sense of belonging amongst all members; students, teachers and parents alike. There is positive and active citizenship in the College’s small student population, as we work together with our wider community. We work with the Cancer Council’s Relay For Life each October, host frequent Motorcross and Rodeo Events, and support national charity organisations such as the Daniel Morcombe Foundation, all with great support from the College Parents and Friends Association.
To truly witness the vibrancy and uniqueness of Hills International College requires a visit to its campus. I would love to be able to show you around the campus; it is then you will see the Hills motto in action:
Live with compassion, Act with integrity, Work with diligence, and Strive for success.
If you would like to book a tour of the campus please visit our website – www.hills.qld.edu. au or phone the College on 07 5546 0667.
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.
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.
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.