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Merchant Navy mates drop anchor at Southbank for a unique reunion

By JIM BOWDEN

Attention on deck.. ex-merchant mariners Dave Witcombe, 69, Jack Secker, 80, Brian Hunt, 80, and Terry Docker, 75, visit HMAS Diamantina at the Queensland Maritime Museum at Southbank. The ship was the last World War 2-era frigate to serve Australia and was active from 1945 until 1946 and commissioned as a survey vessel from 1959 until 1980

IN the late evening of September 3, 1939 – the day Britain and France declared war on Germany – a U-boat commanded by Fritz-Julius Lemp was submerged and cutting through the North Atlantic Ocean at 22 knots.

Dropping speed at periscope depth off the Scottish Outer Hebrides, Lemp observed a British vessel “of about 13,400 gross tonnes moving on a zig-zag course”. U-30 tracked the ship for three hours until eventually, at 19.40, Lemp ordered two torpedoes to be fired. The first struck home and exploded.

The ship was the S.S. Athenia under Captain James Cook and it was the first British ship to be sunk by Nazi Germany in World War 2. Of the 1418 aboard, 98 passengers and 19 crew were killed.

The event was recalled by merchant seaman Brian Hunt, president of the Southeast Queensland Vindicatrix and Mariners Association, during a gathering of the Queensland section of the Naval Association at the Maritime Museum at Southbank on September 28.

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Continued from Page 1 Brian, 80, of Tweed Heads, was at Southbank with three shipmates after celebrating International Merchant Navy Day, a remembrance service held around the world, on September 3, marking the beginning of World War 2.

“The service and celebration is held every September 3, and like the S.S. Athena, remembers the incredible losses of unarmed passenger and merchant ships from German U-boat attacks,” Brian said.

A policy of unrestricted warfare meant that merchant seafarers were also at risk of attack from enemy ships. The loss to Uboats in World War 1 was around 7,759,090 tonnes and 14,661 merchant seafarers were killed. In honour of this sacrifice by merchant seafarers, George V granted the title Merchant Navy to the service.

Merchant seamen, although they did so as civilians, faced the same dangers of war as the regular armed forces. The merchant ships were peace-time vessels fitted with guns for defence, although this weaponry could not withstand an

enemy attack.

The job of the Merchant Navy was to carry vital troops, food, fuel and equipment to wherever they were needed in the fight against the axis alliance of Germany, Italy and Japan. Historians accept that their most crucial struggle was the Battle of the Atlantic that began on September 1939 with the torpedoing of the Athenia.

Prime Minister Winston Churchill said that the only thing that frightened him during the war was the U-boat peril.

All past and present Merchant Navy personnel from all countries were invited to join the SE Queensland Vindicatrix and Mariners Association’s recent remembrance service in Tweed Heads.

Association secretary Jack Secker, 80, of Alexandra Hills, who served in the British Merchant Navy from 1951 to 1961 after training on TS Vindicatrix in Gloucester, England, said the group aimed to perpetuate the memory of all merchant seamen who made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country .. “to meet in harmony and ge-

niality regularly to foster this aim”.

“While the inaugural meeting was formed by eight Queensland-based Brits, all ex-Vindicatrix boys, it was decided to open the association to all ex-merchant mariners,” Jack said.

The former sailing ship Vindicatrix was moored at Sharpness canal in west England from 1939 to 1966

to provide a base for training boys as deck hands and stewards for the merchant navy.

The courses lasted two or three months, and around 70,000 boys received their basic training there.

The boys were taught ropework, boat handling, signalling, knowledge of the compass and cleaning and serving in the

mess. When they left at the end of the course, they were found employment on a ship. Most of the boys came straight from leaving school, and for many it was their first time away from home.

“We found the life very hard, but we acknowledge that our short stay on board rapidly turned us into young men,” Jack said.

Grandparents Day in Queensland

GRANDPARENTS’ Day will be celebrated in Queensland on Sunday 26th October. The day is a chance for grandchildren, children and the community to thank grandparents for their love and support.

It will be the middle of spring for the annual day, hopefully perfect for a family picnic in the park! Break out the blanket and basket and get the kids to pack their favourite snacks and sandwich fillers.

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community news Communities must work together to make Queensland age-friendly

MAKING communities more age-friendly, means they become friendlier for people of all ages.

That was the message delivered to group of government and business leaders in Brisbane recently by an international expert on ageing and founder of the international agefriendly communities movement.

Dr Alexandre Kalache’s visit to Queensland is part of the Illawarra Retirement Trust’s 2014 speaker series.

“The United Nations predicts that by 2030 there will be more people aged over 60 than under the age of 10, so we need to address the needs of an ageing population now to ensure our community supports the needs of older Australians,” IRT CEO Nieves

Dr Alexandre Kalache .. preparing cities and communities to be more age friendly

Murray says “With an ageing population, we need to work together to make Queensland age-friendly, and Dr Kalache’s research will help us do that.”

From 1995 to 2008, Dr Kalache directed the World Health Organisation’s global

program on ageing.

Among many other enduring initiatives, he conceived and launched the WHO Active Ageing Policy Framework (2002) and the WHO AgeFriendly Cities project (2007).

He is currently in Australia to help launch a multi-million dollar

community grants program – the new IRT Foundation, which will allow community groups in Queensland the chance to apply for grants that fund programs which directly benefit senior members of the community.

IRT has a commitment to return $20 million to the community by 2020.

Dr Kalache’s visit was organised as part of a partnership between the IRT Foundation and Architects Edmiston Jones (AEJ).

Director of AEJ Mark Jones says the demand for age-friendly built environments is increasing as the population ages.

“Over the 25 years our company has been designing aged care communities and homes, we have contributed to

an evolution in the model of care needed for our ageing population,” he said.

Dr Kalache said communities had to prepare themselves for the longevity revolution in parallel with urbanisation.

“We have to prepare cities and communities to be more age friendly,” he

said. “And as a result they will become age friendly to all ages”.

More than 1500 cities have adopted the concept to create a global movement.

“The beauty is if you belong to that network you will be enlightened by solutions and policy that has been made

elsewhere,” Dr Kalache said.

“The way to become part of this vibrant network is you need a bottom-up approach so you can listen to the voices of the people and not try to second guess what is happening. Then you need local authorities to respond to the diagnosis.”

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Last year the Queensland Government carried out probably the most comprehensive survey ever, giving home owners the opportunity to have their say about park living. A copy of this valuable survey and analysis is available from the Department of Housing and Public Works website or the ARPQ website on the Special Bulletins page.

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New blueprint pushes the business of ageing

OLDER Australians have welcomed a blueprint recently launched in Canberra which casts population ageing as a business opportunity rather than a national problem.

The long awaited Blueprint for an Ageing Australia, first envisaged by former National Seniors chairman Everald Compton three years ago, faltered late last year with government funding cuts.

However, after finding private backers and many months of consultations, the Blueprint’s panel of prominent minds finally launched its completed strategy at the National Press Club. Panel chairman Everald Compton said: “Every nation has a choice: you can turn ageing into a crisis or you can turn it into an asset.

“The ageing market is a growing industry and astute businesses will want to be part of it,” he said.

Everald, 83, vowed to lobby every politician and business leader with his last breath to ensure the Blueprint didn’t end

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Acting National Seniors Media release: National Seniors chief executive Sarah Saunders said the project was refreshing in turning the rhetoric around and casting ageing as something positive.

“The document highlights that the $8 trillion spent by the over 60s globally will, by 2020, almost double to $15 trillion.

“If Australia embraces the business of ageing, and does it well, the potential to export and capitalize on our knowledge in this area is huge,” she said.

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community news Most households not saving, but retirees are faring the best UNTIL the global financial crisis, Australia was a nation of spendthrifts.

The savings rate was typically less than 4%, and households actually spent more than they earned a couple of times in the early 2000s. Savings rates jumped to double-digits after Lehman Brothers col-

lapsed, and have remained around 10%e, even as interest rates were cut to record lows to encourage more spending.

However, a survey of 1500 households by Members Equity Bank, reported by ABC News, shows the minority of households are responsible for that

increased saving.

“About 54% of households are struggling to save,” observed the bank’s economics consultant Jeff Oughton.

“Of the order of 40% are breaking even at the end of each week and another 12% are actually overspending and drawing on their savings.”

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Mr Oughton says that, not only are many people struggling to put money aside, a large group do not have savings built up to meet an unforeseen large expense.

“About 25% of households feel they couldn’t raise $3000 if there was a financial emergency or they lost their job for a sustained period of time,” he said.

The survey finds about a third of households have less than $1000 cash on hand – for instance in on-call savings accounts. With

record low interest rates, even those with bank savings are struggling just to keep up with inflation.

That has often been assumed to hurt older sav-

ers, such as self-funded retirees, but Jeff Oughton says the study shows older households with more assets have typically fared well in the current low interest

rate environment.

“The financial comfort amongst the asset rich households has risen to record levels thanks to rising share and house prices,” he said.

Age pension increase A welcome boost to pensions will soon help pensioners keep up with rises in cost of living expenses. Single age pensioners will gain an extra $11.50 a fortnight after the September indexation figures were announced. Couples on pensions will get up to $17.40 a fortnight extra. Social Services Minister Kevin Andrews said Australia’s 3.7 mil-

lion pensioners are getting their second pension increase this year, after an earlier increase in March.

“This means total pension payments for people on the maximum rate will be $854.30 a fortnight for singles, and $1288 a fortnight for couples,” Mr Andrews said. This will start on 20th September 2014.

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Betty was born in a small mining town in the Northwest of Queensland. She was the youngest of thirteen and is the last remaining member of her birth family. She saw and experienced ‘The Depression’ and what war can do to families. Life in the bush was tough but good. She stayed home until marrying at 21 years of age and had four children. Her marriage to Lawrie lasted for 58 years. Dad passed away January 2010. Our life as a family had its ups and downs, but was full of adventure. Life was pretty good.

Mum has a new challenge that was initially hidden away. Forgetfulness; my thoughts are that Dad thought he could deal with it. He protected her and stood by her. We thought she was just getting a little forgetful in her old age. The truth to be told, it never crossed our minds to look any further. During Dad’s ill health, it became obvious to all of us that it was a little more than forgetfulness. And so referral and treatment commenced.

Mum stayed in the family home post Dad’s death for ten months with assistance from her first born and OzCare. In December 2010 Mum rang to see if it was Ok to come down and live with myself and hubby, as our two children are both grown and independent and we have plenty of room. We live on acreage in the Redlands. She enjoyed giving a helping hand with, believe it or not, fencing, gardening, feeding the animals; chooks, goats, horses, peacocks, 24/7. The fear I felt for her, knowing what she was going to go and dogs. through. The loss of my old Mum and the guilt I felt that I could not As time passed, Mum became a Workplace Health and Safety Officer stop the deterioration. and Supervisor. But then her mental health deteriorated. As a I felt so many losses, my career, my privacy. I now have a shadow registered nurse, I knew about Dementia as I looked after other called Betty, who I love and care for very much. For all the negatives, people’s mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters. However, I was not prepared for how difficult it was going to be with my own Mum. She she has given me so many positives and I would not change one was not a patient I looked after and supported for 8 hours, this was moment of our time together.

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I was told of Alzheimer’s Queensland at Upper Mount Gravatt for respite for Mum, and kept putting it off until last December, when I rang, made an appointment and followed through with the appointment and never looked back. The warmth, the smiles, the words “what can we do to assist you and your Mum”. With each passing day we got to know all the staff members. Well where do I start, first I take my hat off to them all, they are not perfect, thank god for that. What is important is that they are all so different and quirky, the compassion and respect they show to each client is special. I am very comfortable in knowing that when I drop Mum off for respite, I know all care is given to keep her safe, peaceful and involved with life.

The Garden City Multi-Service Centre is located at 50 Khandalla Street, Upper Mount Gravatt and is open 24 hours, seven days a week.

Alzheimer’s Queensland operates similar centres in Gordon Park, Toowoomba and Ipswich and have three aged care homes across Brisbane’s north and south regions.

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community news Seniors concession card: be aware of changes from January next year after January 1, 2015, and otherwise will maintain their eligibility.

Managing director of financial advisory for Dixon Advisory Nerida Cole says existing cardholders who don’t plan ahead will be the group most likely to lose out.

“The grandfathering of current exemptions is generous but only if you maintain eligibility,” she said.

“Being aware of the impact restructuring and changes to your finances will have on the classifiNerida Cole .. plan ahead for cation of any existing pension is critical to achievseniors health care. ing this.”

Dixon Advisory has helped more than 20,000 THE income test for Commonwealth Seniors Health families and has about 4500 self-managed super funds under administration, representing over 8000 Care will become a lot stricter from January 1 next trustees with more than $5 billion in assets. year.

Ms Cole says changing pension providers or Retirees who make changes to their finances after this date could lose this valuable concession card, restructuring your super assets for other purposes which provides discounts on medical and (in some such as estate planning could lead to loss of grandfathered exemptions as they are likely to states) electricity bills. result in a new pension being commenced.

Currently, superannuation income streams, or “Retirees with high levels of income relative to the account-based pensions, enjoy an exemption from allowable threshold need to be particularly careful the CSHC income test but, from next year income as they won’t have much room to move,” she said. from superannuation pension accounts will be included in the means test for the card, in the same “This could be people who have certain defined way as other financial investments, such as shares benefit pensions such as retired commonwealth public servants or large investments outside of and managed funds. super.

The allowable income threshold for the card is “It’s best to review your situation and put in place about $80,000 a year for a couple combined and any changes well before the Christmas break. From about $50,000 a year for singles.

January 1, care should be taken to preserve A person who is already a cardholder and has existing account-based pensions will remain exempt grandfathering rules and keep access to the health card.” if no significant changes are made to the pension Considering overseas travel plans might sound unrelated but retirees who spend more than 19 weeks outside Australia may have their card cancelled. Although you can get them back when you get home, the exemptions on grandfathered super pensions will be lost.

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community news These ladies have a strong point of VIEW on helping the disadvantaged ONE of Australia’s biggest volunteer organisations – the 20,000 member-strong national VIEW Club – has called on governments, state and federal, to address the gap in educational performance between disadvantaged and advantaged young Australians. The call coincides with Anti-Poverty Week which runs from October 12 to 18.

VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) is Australia’s largest national women’s volunteer organisation and focuses solely on helping vulnerable young Australians succeed in their education by supporting The Smith Family.

Members of the Logan VIEW Club have lent their support to the call.

“Being disadvantaged can have a huge impact on a child’s time at school,” says said Nan Macdonald, secretary of the Logan VIEW Club.

“If a young person leaves school with an inadequate education – and with no set path for a job or further study – then it’s likely their cycle of disadvantage will continue,”

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Lytton an old forgotton fort that so many commentary, while indulging in a delicious Newstead house,and whilst journeying you people do not realise is still there. On the When we reach Newstead House upstream lunch will be provided and will freshly cut sandwich will be given 1 hour to looklunch. around with a waymorning to the fort a fulltea commentary be Dressing up with flowers to help the disadvantaged .. members of the Logan VIEW Club are preparing for the club’s 6th birthday Pearls and Roses function on October 8. Pictured meeting at the Rec Club in Kingston are Gwen Revell (publicity), Nan Macdonald (secretary), Cheryl Dangerfield (president), and Jeannie Seipel (program officer)

says Nan. “That’s not only bad for them but for the entire community. If you’re living in a jobless family – and you’re struggling to pay the bills, put food on the table or access specialist health care – then it’s going to affect your child’s education.

“Think about it: if you’re hungry or have a problem with your health it’s hard to concentrate on your school work, it’s hard to get your homework in on time.”

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Nan says financial vulnerability also means children don’t have access to important learning resources such as books or a home computer, or the pursuits that are at the heart of receiving a comprehensive education, such as school camps, hobbies and sport.

And as they reach their teens, children in disadvantaged communities often lack positive role models and the networks so crucial in creating a

pathway to future study or a job. Australian students from disadvantaged backgrounds are almost 20% less likely to complete Year 12 than their more advantaged peers.

The latter are also three times more likely to attend university.

Nan says Anti-Poverty Week is an opportune time for VIEW to contribute its voice to tackling disadvantage in Australia – to help change perceptions and raise awareness of

beautiful array freshly cut sandwiches Newstead Houseofand its beautiful provided by your captain and morning The cruise meanders downstream passing thereach Botanical Gardens, When we Newstead house the you will gardens. teaoriginal will be provided of fresh scones with surrounding Queensland Naval Stores, and under the historical Story Bridge, be given 1 hour to look around Newstead At 2.15 we re board the Brisbane Star for jam and cream (Remember coffee and taking in the iconic homes of yesteryear some of Brisbane’s most houseand and its beautiful surrounding another coffee and head back to gardens tea is on the boil all day free of charge). prime real estate. The enormity of the At two Gateway Bridges is realised as 2.15 wearriving re board Southbank at the 3pmBrisbane Star for We disembark at Fort Lytton at 11.15am we venture down to the mouth of the Brisbane River. another coffee and head back to Southbank for a 1 hour guided history tour with the arriving at 3pm Fort Lytton staff.

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community news Frank and Roz happy seniors who enjoy their jobs every day WHEN Frank Fenech lost his job at Ansett after the airline collapsed in 2001 he fought off depression and straight away started looking for work, supported by the love and support of his family. But hundreds were not so fortunate.

“Many fell into dark holes, marriages broke up and some took their own lives,” recalled Frank, 62, who now enjoys his job at Bunnings Warehouse at Albion.

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resident served Ansett for 24 years, but in the early hours of September 14, 2001, the airline went into administration.

Everyone had been told that flights would continue on schedule, but when employees showed up for work at dawn that day it was all over – thousands of passengers were left stranded and more than 16,000 people were out of a job.

Now Frank is a Bunnings ‘team member’ – one of more than 2000 employees aged over 55,

which makes the company one of the biggest employers of older Australians.

Chief executive John Gillam says the rate of hiring older workers at Bunnings is continuing to increase as retirees look to return to the workforce, either because they are bored at home or are searching for greater financial security.

Retaining workers who are past normal retirement age is also a priority. Among the Bunnings workforce are

Service with respect .. Frank Fenech and Roz Knight are happy seniors working at Bunnings Warehouse at Albion

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employees in their early 80s.

“We are not fearful of having older workers,” Mr Gillam said.

“We find they have patience and a depth of knowledge, and they love teaching the younger workers. The older workers generally command more respect.”

Roz Knight, 64, of Macleay Island, who also works at Bunnings

at Albion agrees.

“I enjoy my work and respect my customers, especially the seniors who come in and are working on all kinds of DIY projects at home,” said Roz, who is happy to catch a ferry from her island home, travel across Moreton Bay and pick up her garaged car at Redland Bay to drive to Albion each day.

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Carina Senior Citizens Club FIRSTLY, a big thank you to the Brisbane City Council through Doboy Ward Councillor, Ryan Murphy for the recently completed refurbishments to our Centre. This means that we now have a greatly improved venue for those who are fining mobility difficult. If this applies to you please feel free to come and see. A ramp at the back door, widened internal doors for wheelchairs, an improved disabled toilet as well as Tactile Ground Service for the vision impaired are all great improvements.

Our activities are mornings only and include, Monday - cards and art; Tuesday - bridge and social indoor bowls; Wednesday and Thursday - creative stitching; Thursday - darts and indoor bowls; Friday - patchwork, quilting, craft, tai chi gentle exercise and Saturday - cards.

In addition, we have bus trips each month, Monday concerts, games morning or films on our big screen.

Membership is $3 per year from April to March.

If you feel this could be your scene, come and visit us at Edmond Street, Carina each morning, except Wednesday or phone 3395 4636 mornings (except Wednesday) or 3390 6039 afternoons for more information.

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community news Opening the doors to older workers: the age-friendly movement is on the march!

WITH increasing numbers of over-55s in the workforce, it is time to turn the spotlight on the contribution of older workers and the concept of retirement.

“The baby boomers revolutionised every aspect of society and are still doing so as they reach what was traditionally considered retirement age,” says Janet O’Hehir, research assistant at the Centre for Work + Life, University of South Australia. “Don’t expect these rebels to sit gently rocking in their arm chairs, reading the daily paper in their older years.

“They are more likely to be travelling the world, caravanning across Australia, chasing after grandchildren, caring for their elderly parents, and juggling their work-life balance.”

Janet has a background in social policy, community development and change management. She has worked for national and international charities, global corporations, and state and federal government ‘start-up ‘programs.

“Policies that enable older workers to transition to retirement by working parttime, or to take time off to establish volunteering routines, travel or learn new hobbies will be far more appropriate to modern-day retirees than the traditional ‘golden handshake’ their parents embraced,” Janet says.

As the proportion of older people participating in the workforce increases, so too will the demand for age-friendly workplaces. The age-friendly movement is an initiative of the World Health Organisation. Originally aimed at identifying the features of cities that help or hinder people as they age, the concept has spread to all domains of community life.

More than 200 cities in 26 countries have signed up to Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities.

Central to the concept of being ‘agefriendly’ is the principle that an environment designed with older people in mind will benefit people of all ages and abilities. Age-friendly elements include public transport that is easy to use, accessible buildings, public toilets and ample resting places. Just as important is the social environment – how inclusive a community is and whether it has opportunities for people to participate in civic engagement, paid employment and volunteering.

“The age-friendly concept is now

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spreading to the workplace,” says Janet.

“An age-friendly workplace is one with culture and policies that are inclusive and supportive and ensures that workers are not treated differently because of their age.

“An employer who offers flexible working conditions, such as compressed weeks or flexible hours, working from home, job-share arrangements, and flexible leave provisions will appeal to workers of all ages.

“The desire to learn new skills does not stop when you reach the age of 40.

Workplaces that offer development opportunities to all staff are more likely to attract and retain a diverse pool of talent.”

Janet says a Advertisement n agefriendly workplace also considers the physical working environment. This includes accessible toilets, step-free access to buildings, easy-to-read signage, large-print materials and userfriendly technology. Many of these features will also benefit younger workers with limited mobility and physical or sensory impairments. Viewing a workplace through an age-friendly lens means any adjustments will benefit the entire workforce.

A Deloitte report suggests a 3% increase in workforce participation of those aged over 55 would result in a $33 billion boost to Australia’s GDP. “Yet, this resource is often lost to employers,” says Janet O’Hehir.

A 2012 survey of human resources professionals by the Australian Human Resources Institute found that almost half agreed the departure of older workers resulted in a loss of key knowledge and skills for their organisations.The Australian Bureau of Statistics also found many older people report barriers to employment such as a lack of vacancies, too many applicants or being considered too old. “Like it or not, many of us are going to have to work for longer,” Janet says. “This fact has been reinforced by the raising of the future pension age and the government’s offer of a financial incentive of up to $10,000 for employers to hire an older job-seeker.

“These initiatives might open the door to older workers, but keeping them requires a greater cultural shift within workplaces. We all need to ask, how agefriendly is my workplace?

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community news Lord Mayor offers discount on new Green Waste Recycling Bins

LORD Mayor Graham Quirk is offering Brisbane ratepayers the opportunity to order a new Green Waste Recycling bin at a discounted rate when they sign up for the service in October. The Lord Mayor said the once-a-year initiative was a great chance for residents to sign up to the service without having to pay the $30 establishment fee. Residents can place all their grass clippings, garden prunings, weeds and leaves in their

green waste bin, which reduces the amount of waste ending up in landfill.

Green waste bins are 240 litres with a lime green lid, and are collected fortnightly in the alternate week to your recycling bin. To sign up for the Green Waste Recycling Service, visit Council’s website at www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/ waste or phone Council on 3403 8888.

Remember to have your current Rate Account information handy.

Lord Mayor’s Seniors Christmas parties BE quick and secure tickets to your favourite performances during Lord Mayor’s Seniors Christmas parties. Seniors will celebrate yuletide traditions with the Swingin’ Martinis, Queensland Police Pipes and Drums, world music, dance, and the city’s finest choirs at Brisbane’s City Hall, Brisbane.

Held from Monday 1 December until Friday 5 December. Morning concerts from 9.15am-11.15am and afternoon concerts from 12.15pm-2.15pm.

Bookings open Monday, 13 October for Brisbane seniors aged 60+. General release from Friday, 21 November. Tickets $5 per person and bookings essential. Ticket cost includes a donation to the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust.

Visit: www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/live for further information.

It‘s your death...book it in WHAT will happen when you die? It’s one of those questions people of all ages tend to avoid but these days, there are more things to consider than whether you want to be buried or cremated; like who you want invited to your funeral (not that guy!), and how your family will gain access to your Facebook and other social media pages (where did she keep her passwords?) after you pass on. Lisa Herbert, an ABC journalist and radio presenter, has published The Bottom Drawer Book to make the conversation a little less confronting.

Featuring comical illustrations and humorous text, the book offers thoughtprovoking questions about death and provides space for readers to leave their own ideas and plans.

“Then when you go there’ll be no squabbling over how much to spend on your casket, who’ll tell

stories at your funeral or which footy jumper you’ll be buried in,” said Ms Herbert.

She started writing the book after stumbling across a cardboard coffin during a suburban street fair. “Who knew you could get your own pho-

tos and artwork printed on an environmentally friendly casket?” she said.

“It’s something I want to be buried in, so I started writing down ideas for my own funeral. Sixty-nine pages later I had a book’” If you’ve ever wanted to know..... What is the most

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IF you answered ‘yes’ you’re not alone! Two thirds of Australians admit to having too much stuff at home and not enough space for it all, according to a recent Newspoll survey.

The good news is there’s a fun and easy way to de-clutter and earn some cash – the National Garage Sale Trail on October 25.

Now in its fourth year, the event is a day of simultaneous garage sales across the country and encourages Australian households, schools and community groups to clean up, reuse, meet their neighbours and make some money.

National Garage Sale Trail co-founder Daryl Nichols said more than 350,000 Australians were

expected to take part in this year’s event.

“This is a day where we can all have some fun, make a few dollars and play a very active role in living more sustainably,” he said.

For more information about the National Garage Sale Trail or to register for this year’s event, visit www.garage saletrail.com.au

Brisbane Seniors Online (BSOL) provides affordable computer tuition for over 50s in the Greater Brisbane area on a one-on-one basis using empathetic and patient volunteer Mentors in learner’s own homes on their own computer.

New Mentors are required across Brisbane and welcome to join as volunteers to keep this valuable and rewarding community work going.

BSOL teaches, and need Mentors for Windows (including up to Windows 8.1), Apple Mac computer, iPad and Android devices. Digital and video photography, Apple iPads and related technology and devices are covered by special interest groups who meet monthly in the BSOL Central Training facility in the City.

A fee of $60 ($20 joining fee plus $40p.a.) applies to Learners and this provides approximately 12 x 1 hour home lessons and on-going support for the balance of the membership year.

Volunteer Mentors join for free and can participate in free, regular advanced training on new technology.

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popular item people request in their coffins?

Details about the ever increasing types of farewells. The ins and outs of a natural burial, where there are no headstones and your burial site is marked with GPs co-ordinates! Managing your digital afterlife such as websites and email accounts “Sure, death can be a dark topic but it doesn’t have to be,” says Ms Herbert.

“The Bottom Drawer Book is your after death action plan. Your ideas, plans, and your life’s reflections will sit quietly in its pages until they’re needed.”

“The Bottom Drawer Book: The After Death Action Plan by Lisa Herbert - $16.95.

To order a copy or for more information visit www.thebottomdrawer book.com.au.

FOR your chance to WIN a copy of this book, please send your entry to the Bottom Desk Drawer, Brisbane Seniors Newspaper, PO Box 1062, Tewantin 4565 with your name, address and phone number on the back of the envelope no later than Wednesday 22nd October.

Trivia Answers From page 6 1. Canada and USA 2. Skiing 3. Red 4. Ian Molly Meldrum 5. Mouth 6. Andy Warhol 7. Silicon 8. Histamine 9. Mexico City 10.False 11.Flushing toilet 12.Poseidon 13.Happy Birthday 14.Opal 15.Australia 16.Hazardous, horrendous, stupendous, tremendous 17.Tennis 18.Sun Protection Factor 19.Southern Cross 20.Dead Sea Disclaimer for Trivia quiz Answers are correct to the best knowledge of our quizmaster Allan Blackburn. Sometimes people may have different views and some answers considered correct by Allan may be considered incorrect by others. While all care and attention is taken with these answers, mistakes can happen.

If you find one, please live with it! No correspondence will be entered into regarding Trivia Quiz answers.

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community news Brendale Evening VIEW Club

Brendale VIEW Members - Madeleine Beasley, Rhonda Galway, Anna Green, Julie Atkins

“CONNECTING Women” “Inspiring Futures” VIEW is a leading womens organization. Brendale Evening VIEW Club is a friendship club for women of all ages. Interested in joining our friendly club, we meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 6.30pm for 7.00pm start at Aspley Hornets AFL Club, 50 Graham Road, Carseldine. Dinner Guest Speaker on 21stOctober will be Louise Geary (Massage Therapist) Relaxation Classes so come relax, unwind, breath and heal. We are also having a Christmas Craft stall on the night. Phone Julia on 3285 2153 by Sunday 19th October to reserve a seat.

“Anti-Poverty Week” (12th-18th October) is an opportune time for VIEW to contribute its voice to tackling disad-

vantage in Australia. “If you’re living in a jobless family and you’re struggling to pay the bills, put food on the table or access specialist health care, then it’s going to affect your child’s education. For 54 years VIEW has helped disadvantaged Australian children through its support of The Smith Family. We develop new interests, make lasting friendships and enjoy many social activities. Over the year we have had a variety of social and fun raising opportunities to support our 7 student on The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program from primary to tertiary studies. (1 final year of Dentistry). Brendale Evening VIEW Club welcomes new members. For more information phone Trish on 3264 2213.

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Workers should not be forced in retirement to take their superannuation savings as periodic payments WORKERS should not be forced in retirement to take their superannuation savings as periodic payments, says First Super chief executive Bill Watson.

Speaking to an audience of fund managers in Melbourne recently, Mr Watson said he was very concerned by the “kite flying” by the Financial Services Council on denying retirees the option of a lump sum and forcing them to take a pension of some description”.

Referring to the council’s push to require retirees to use part of their savings to buy a product that makes periodic payments, such as an annuity, Mr Watson said there was no evidence to support the myth that workers

taxpayers are not burdened with the cost of an ageing population”.

Mr Watson said savings could be better made on other fronts, rather than imposing “income management’ on retirees and that superannuation tax concessions to highincome earners should Bill Watson .. workers don’t waste their super on luxuries be restricted.

2035. Under Labor, the He also said that the tax waste their super on new car. pension age was to concessions on super luxuries such as trips Advertisement gradually increase from contribution should and boats.

Mr Watson said the 65 to 67. cease for people who Someone who is near council, which reprehave saved more than retirement and earning sented the banks, fund The council is also $45,000 a year probably managers and insurers, pushing for an increase seven times the annual in the age at which non-concessional limit has less than $100,000 wanted retirees to be superannuation savings of $180,000. That in super, Mr Watson compelled to buy can be accessed – the equates to super claimed. He said retirees annuities so that its ‘preservation age’ – savings of $1.26 million, would not have had the members could earn from 60 to 65. which is more than spare cash during their more in fees from John Brogden, the enough to support a working lives to prepare retirement savings. council’s chief execucomfortable standard of for their retirements. It The council was tive has said these living in retirement. is not until they retire influential in the changes are needed Earnings on super that they use some of decision taken by the savings in retirement the money to pay off Coalition government in because Australians are living longer and it above this amount, Mr debts, make repairs to the Budget to increase is important that Watson said, should be their home, replace the age pension taxed. whitegoods and buy a qualifying age to 70 by “future generations of

RSL Care celebrates Seniors Week with Senior Snapshot events RSL Care communities opened their doors and invited residents and community locals to take part in a family snapshot session to celebrate Queensland Seniors Week.

The Senior Snapshots events took place at RSL Care’s Moreton Shores, Milford Grange, Fairways, Fernhill, Fairview and Chelsea communities, and provided an opportunity for families to celebrate the older Australians in their lives by capturing special memories through keepsake photographs.

RSL Care Chief Executive Officer, Craig Mills said the event embraced the theme for Seniors Week, “It’s on for young and old”, by encouraging community connections with people of all ages.

“As an organisation whose passion is guiding people to make the most out of life we want to create opportunities for family, friends and the wider community to come together and celebrate older Australians,” Mr Mills said.

“This is why we invited

not only our residents and their families but also community locals to visit a number of our communities and spend time together, with the added bonus of having a family photograph taken by a professional photographer.”

“It’s so important we recognise the valuable contribution of older Australians in our communities and participating in Seniors Week is just one of the many ways we can show our appreciation.”

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CREMATION GARDENS There are seven different garden areas providing sites for ashes.

Rockeries, rose beds, formal and informal, the Avenue and Monumental areas. There are also Family Estates available all with views of the hills and valleys that make the grounds a haven for native animals.

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Senior Snapshot events, Hannah Reed, said the photo sessions were a chance for family and friends to connect and enjoy a fun-filled experience.

“Families play such a vital role in supporting older Australians and it was wonderful to see a wide range of ages take part,” Miss Reed said.

“We invited participants to bring along props to personalise their photos which added to the sense of fun and made for some beautiful images.”

Robyn Waterman, daughter of Milford Grange resident Dorothy Feltham, said the event was perfect timing as it coincided with another important family occasion.

“My mother turned 95 in the same week and it’s not often the entire family get together for a photo,” Mrs Waterman said.

“It was such a positive experience and not just about a photo, my Mum laughed and really enjoyed it – we all did.”

“I came away with a smile on my face – RSL Care really made it an event and did a great job.”

To find out more about upcoming RSL Care events, go to www.rslcare.com.au.

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community news Mini Olympics with the help of a small entry fee and a raffle, we raises more much needed funds for each

club to forward this month to The Smith Families, ‘Learning for Life Students’. Call

Janette on 3269 4761 if you’d like to have loads of fun whilst helping others.

Caboolture took the Winners Cup for the Day

THE Redcliffe Peninsula VIEW club teamed up with Caboolture VIEW on Thursday. We met up at the Century Lakes or our annual miniOlympics.

We gathered for morning tea supplied by the Redcliffe Ladies, and then the Games began.

Ladies ages ranged from 50 to 92 years young for egg & spoon, tossing the rolling pin, and relays of many descriptions.

The seats were only supplied for the competitors, to put on a pair of pantyhose before another run, along with find your shoes and put

them on before another run, were the highlights of the games.

Whistles were blown, teams lined up with military precision and the spectators clapped, encouraged, cheered and even waved streamers. For over an hour and a half the competitors raced tooth and pin only to discover that the victors, of the day, were the amazingly wonderful Caboolture Team.

We relaxed and conversed over a delicious lunch supplied by ‘The Victors’. We “shared, such splendid fun, in the park, for a lark” and,

The race was to see which team could use an entire roll of very cheap toilet paper to wrap up the team. As it tore, move on to the next member. Spin and turn was a good trick

An African Tale THE Jindalee Probus Club meeting is always held on the second Tuesday of the month at the Jindalee Golf Club. The 14th of October is the date we will meet at 10.00 for morning tea followed by the formal meeting.

Our guest speaker will be Marge Breitenbach with her African story. Members who wish to linger longer enjoy a light lunch and a chat. More information on outings and activities is available from our secretary Annette on 3376 1888.

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community news Father and son create family heirloom

WHO would have thought that a family camping trip to the New England highlands would be the start of a hobby embraced by both father and son? Doing the ‘tourist’ thing, John Duff, and son Alex, took off one day to try their luck in the sapphire fossicking fields. When they actually found some sapphires, they had them cut by a local gemstone cutter.

What they also found out was that they could learn how to cut precious gemstones themselves. There are Lapidary Clubs dotted all over Australia and some of those club members volunteer to teach a range of cutting styles.

“I joined the Toowoomba Lapidary Club in 2005, and I’ve learned how to cut semi-precious stones like jasper, agate, rhodonite and petrified wood,” John said. “Over the years, I’ve also been taught other aspects of gem cutting and jewellery making.” After John learned how to facet, he bought himself a faceting machine, and now he is cutting his own gemstones. John, a recent graduate into the ‘Seniors Club’ now has a skill that he can perfect into his retirement years. He has already entered faceted stones in two Australian competitions, to have his techniques critiqued by

John Duff (left) and his son Alex, share a love of working with gemstones.

Toowoomba’s Gemfest will be held on October 25 and 26 at Centenary Heights High School

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Alex, now 16 and in Grade 11, recently joined the Toowoomba Lapidary Club to learn the art of silver jewellery making.

“Yes, he’s quite creative.

He gets that from his mother,” Dad smiled. The club offers monthly ‘Silversmithing for Beginners’ courses on a Saturday and any club member can attend. Alex has taken to silver jewellery making like a ‘duck to water’ and he is amassing quite a little collection of

“I made this myself” pieces.

Using a 6mm yellow faceted cubic zirconia that John cut in the round brilliant design, Alex is crafting a silver ring with a claw setting to house the solitaire. This is one piece of jewellery that is destined to become a family heirloom.

Although you may not be skilled to cut and create a gorgeous ladies ring, you can create your own unique piece of jewellery.

Come to Gemfest – Gem and Jewellery Show on 25-26 October, at the Cen-

tenary Heights High School, Ramsay Street, Toowoomba. Here you can choose from a variety of ring, pendant or earring settings, then select an already-faceted gemstone and have it set while you wait. If you’ve lost a stone from a piece of jewellery, bring it along and match up a new gemstone. Gemfest has been hosted by the members of the Toowoomba Lapidary Club since 1981.Come and see a kaleidoscope of colours in gemstones, jewellery, mineral specimens, crystals, beads, carved giftware and fascinating fossils – all for

sale. If you live in Toowoomba or nearby, or you are just visiting, Gemfest has something for everyone, young and old – bring the whole family. Buy that special gift you’ve been looking for.

Gemstone testing is also available both days.

Fabulous raffle prizes and hourly lucky door prizes to win. Food and drinks are available at Gemfest.

Open Saturday, October 25 from 9-5 and Sunday, October 26 from 9-3. Admission $5.00 for adults and teens 13 years and over. Children under 13 are free. Come and be surprised.

Sandgate & District Senior Citizens

IF you are in Sandgate any Wednesday and looking for something to do, please drop into our Senior Citizens rooms, just up from the local Town Hall. With a small fee of $2, you will receive a lucky door ticket and morning tea. There is a concert each Wednesday and you could not wish for a better bargain than that.

Membership at $4 per year for anyone over 50, allows you to participate in any of the regular activities that are conducted each week. These include exercises, table tennis, indoor bowls, mah jong, bridge, bolivia and bingo, which is open to the public each Monday and Saturday afternoons from 1pm. If you are a visitor to the area, take time to enjoy the beautiful foreshore, which at the turn of the 20th Century was the attraction for hundreds of people from Brisbane when the first rail line opened. We also have coach trips on alternate months to places of interest. If you are over 50 come along and visit us or phone on 3269 4454 for further information.

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community news Six O’Clock Rockin is Back

GUANABA Country Music Club is happy to announce that on Saturday 25th October, the “Dance On” Band will be performing from 6pm till 9pm. Admission of $10 per person will include a light supper. Bar facilities are available.

To get to the Club, take Exit 49 off the freeway, head west and go south down Rifle Range Road, then head through the gates at Heritage Park to the Red Club House. Rock n Roll music of the fifties and sixties appeals to all ages.

The Dance On Band is well known

throughout Brisbane and the Gold Coast to dancers as well as people who love to sit and listen to the Classic Rock n Roll music of the Fifties and Sixties. A great evening in a lovely bush setting is assured. Dance On band members are professional musicians who were part of the sixties’ music scene in Australia. Come along and hear your favourite songs played. Enquiries can be made to the Band on 0427 293 858 or 07 5594 2875. Remember, You’re Never too old to Rock n Roll?

Newmarket VIEW Club

THE Newmarket VIEW Club has just celebrated its annual Spring Fashion Parade at our September luncheon and as usual all in attendance had a great day. Our next luncheon meeting will be held at the Gaythorne RSL Club on Tuesday, 28 October 2014, 10.30 for 11.00 a.m. Our guest speaker for October will be Barbara Laidlaw who has an interesting tale to tell about being born in an internment camp in Hong Kong during the Second World War. Newmarket VIEW is a small, friendly club and we are always looking for new members. VIEW members come from all walks of life and we would be delighted to welcome you as a visitor. You will be met at the door and introduced to other

members in a very friendly and informal atmosphere. Our luncheon meetings, where we regularly have a guest speaker, are held on the 4th Tuesday of every month at Gaythorne RSL and in addition we have many social outings.

Our next social outing on 14 October will be a visit and tour of Boggo Road jail. Our guest speaker in July was the wonderfully versatile Piper John McGhee who produces the multi-award winning Ipswich International Tattoo.

Joe entertained us with not only memorable bagpipe melodies but also fascinating stories. Bookings for our luncheons are essential contact Jill 0412 722 067 or Lynne 3353 3978 prior to Friday, 24 October for further information.

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Post 1 July 2014 Aged Care Reforms RECENT changes to the Aged Care System impact upon anyone who is entering an aged care facility after 1 July 2014. Unfortunately these changes appear complex and have led to a lot of confusion.

This new system determines your ability to pay based upon your assets and income.

Everyone pays the basic Daily Care Fee. In addition facilities set a price for their accommodation which can be either a lump sum

Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD), a Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) or a combination of both.

The RAD is typically somewhere between $200,000 and $550,000 (but can be higher).

There is no single price.

The amount payable is determined by your assets and income including any government pension entitlements.

Gavin Whitlock, a specialist aged care financial adviser at

Insight Aged Care Services in north Brisbane, recently commented ‘typical concerns we see are, where does the money come from, do I need to sell the house, and what if only one partner needs aged care at the moment. These are all valid points and unfortunately if assets are not structured correctly or are sold at the wrong time this can lead to a loss of government support or increased costs. We

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Top tips for protecting yourself from elder abuse

DON’T give your PIN to anyone. Don’t give your internet banking details to anyone. Don’t permit a friend, carer or family member to register your account for internet banking. If you need assistance, make sure you keep your password a secret.

Before loaning money, giving any money, moving in with family, allowing family to move in with you……get independent legal advice. Independent legal advice is: not a lawyer chosen by a family member and is advice provided to you alone and not in the company of a family member. Consult Centrelink before loaning or gifting money, property, or moving in with a family member as your aged pension could be affected. Make a Will and review it every 2-3 years.

The Public Trustee of Queensland offers a free Will service. Prior to reviewing your Will, obtain a capacity assessment from your GP and keep it with your Will. Make an Enduring Power of Attorney and review every 2-3 years. The Public Trustee of Queensland also provides this service.

Consider the following before appointing an attorney under an Enduring Power of Attorney: don’t sign the document until you fully understand the document and its power. You can choose when the power starts, and it does not have to begin immediately.

Once the financial power starts, the attorney has full control over all of your assets eg: the power to sell your house. Once the personal and health decisions power starts, the attorney has the power to place you in a nursing home. Choose an attorney you trust implicitly. Consider appointing two attorneys to act “jointly”, i.e. they both have to agree before a decision is made and it is more likely to safeguard you from abuse.

Join a group and keep fit and healthy. Stay active and keep in contact with friends, neighbours and extended family. A risk factor for elder abuse is social isolation.

Speak up! If you suspect elder abuse of yourself or a neighbour or friend call Seniors’ Legal and Support Service on 3214 6333.

Source: “Queensland Focus”, Elder Abuse Prevention Unit

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A new video awareness campaign aimed at highlighting the value of older workers was launched recently at the Australian Human Rights Commission.

The Power of Oldness, launched by Age Discrimination Commissioner, Susan Ryan and Minister for Employment, Senator Eric Abetz, exposes the stark difference between the skills and strengths mature workers offer employers and organisations, with the discrimination they face when trying to gain or maintain jobs. “We are living through a massive demographic change,” said Commissioner Ryan, “yet community attitudes, employer practices and business strategies seem to ignore where we are now.”

“The Power of Oldness campaign will, we hope, prod everyone to recognise and act to stop age discrimination.”

Senator Abetz said the campaign is a way of getting the message about the value of older workers, to people of all ages around Australia.

“The video juxtaposes reality and perceptions in what I consider to be an active, pacey and poignant presentation,” he said.

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community news Centenary Evening VIEW Club ladies know how to put FUN in FUNdraising

AT a recent ‘Wrap and Roll’ night where a delicious selection of foods were placed on wraps and rolled up to eat, the ladies warded off the cold night air by wearing their slippers and even a onesie for good measure. Money raised on the night went towards sponsoring children in The Smith Family Learning for Life program. The Centenary evening VIEW Club currently sponsors five children, and various fund raising activities throughout the year provide the necessary funds. New members are always welcome and ladies of all ages can be members of VIEW. If you are looking for a dynamic club that empowers and supports women, but most of all focuses on fun

Join our friendly club and friendship, then look no further than Centenary Evening VIEW Club.

Dinner meetings are held at Mt Ommaney Hotel/ Apartments on the second Monday of the month 6.30 pm for 7 pm and bookings essential.

Information ring Di 3202 9759 or Val 3376 1717.

THE next monthly dinner meeting of the Centenary Evening VIEW Club will be on Monday 13 October.

Meetings are held at Mt Ommaney Hotel/Apartments 6.30 pm for 7.00 pm, cost is $35 and bookings are essential. The guest speaker will be Adele Rice, former principal of Milpera School, and as this will be anti-poverty week the topic is ‘Poverty and Education’. Centenary Evening VIEW Club members enjoy lots of activities and outings. If you would like to be part of this club, attend the dinner meeting or information, please ring Di 3202 9759 or Val 3376 1717 or email centenaryeveview@ gmail.com before noon on Friday 10 October.

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community news Oktoberfest Brisbane 2014 – The countdown has begun! It’s time to brush up on all things German!

GET ready, as you’re in rience like no other, so man at Australia’s biggest for an Oktoberfest expe- embrace your inner Ger- German Festival. Now in its seventh year, upon walking into Oktoberfest Brisbane you could be forgiven for thinking you were in Germany, with attention to detail and authenticity that simply astounds.

With more than 50% of people attending the festival getting into the German spirit by donning traditional German dress, the atmosphere is infectious and everyone gets to experience an authentic Oktoberfest right here in Brisbane.To set the scene, the Oktoberfest Tent is the heart of the festival and boasts traditional wooden flooring,

ceiling wreaths, bunting and trimmings just as you’d find at an Oktoberfest in Germany.

In fact, most of the decorations are sourced direct from Germany and flown in just for Oktoberfest Brisbane.Starting in true Munich style with the Lord Mayor of the city ceremoniously tapping the first keg at the ‘Anzapfen’, the traditional opening ceremony, Oktoberfest Brisbane is an extravaganza of sights, sounds, food, fashion, and German fun for the whole family.

Not to forget traditional German beer, handcrafted and specially made for Oktoberfest Brisbane.

And this year, from the esteemed Brogsitter winery established in the 1600s and situated on the picturesque Ahr River in Germany, you will be able to enjoy red, white and sparkling wines that will have you sipping on a little slice of Germany.

These wines are available for the very first time in Australia.Yodellers, authentic German dancers, leg-slappers and cowbell ringers will entertain you throughout the festival.

You may like to enter the Miss Oktoberfest Brisbane Competition, the Bavarian Strongmen Competition, or grow the best beard in Brisbane to take out the Beardmeister

title.The Bavarian Oktoberfest Band, flown in direct from Munich, will play all your festival favourites, so you can dance the day, and night away. Foodies will delight in traditional German fare, perhaps partaking of a pork knuckle, traditional German sausage or delicious desserts. Meander through the Marktplatz for folk gift-stalls plus German products and culture, including traditional German clothing designed especially for Oktoberfest Brisbane, and then relax in the Munich Biergarten with friends.

Sunday is family fun day, with activities galore for

the kids. They can chill out in the Kinder-Zone, enjoy the rides, petting zoo and baby animals, face painting and puppet show. And this year, on both Friday afternoon and evenings, all rides are free!

Oktoberfest Brisbane is one of the Top 10 Oktoberfests outside of Germany welcoming more than 36,000 visitors last year. It’s an unforgettable German festival experience for everyone. Dates and Times:10-12th &1719th October 2014, Friday 10th & 17th: 4pm – midnight, Saturday 11th & 18th: 11am – midnight, Sunday 12th & 19th: 11am - 8pm.

Enoggera & Districts Historical Society Inc. TO commemorate the centenary of World War I, Enoggera Historical Society has produced a 2015 calendar showing the sons and daughters of Enoggera Shire going to war. From Bell’s Paddock (Mitchelton Park), Ardentallen Street, Samford Road and Kelvin Grove to the Australian hospital in the English village of Harefield, each

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photo chosen by an individual member of EHS conveys not only history but feelings of nostalgia and emotion, knowing as we do now that ‘the war to end all wars’ fell somewhat short of that lofty ideal. The calendar is on sale from the Society’s library and at other local venues at a cost of $10 plus postage where applicable. Copies of our four

publications, from Kedron Brook to Taylor Range, Enoggera Heritage Walk, Mitchy Picture Show and Davidson’s Paddock (Newmarket) Heritage Walk are also available from our library.

As we continue to work on our plans for 2015, including commemoration of the landing at Gallipoli, please feel welcome to visit our library/research centre

and let us show you our extensive range of photos and memorabilia. We also invite anyone whose roots are in Enoggera and districts to become members; even if you don’t have such roots you would still be welcome!

We are situated in the Enoggera Memorial Hall which itself was built as a memorial to World War I, on the corner of Wardell

and Trundle Streets Enoggera (refidex 139A10), parking and wheelchair access is available in Trundle Street but the hall is easily accessed by public transport both bus and rail. We are open each Thursday from 9.30 until 1pm and on the first Saturday of each month between1-4pm. Email edhs.secretary@gmail.com or phone Dave 3366 3191.

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community news Owning a pet can have emotional and physical benefits for the aged retirement is a very physical relaxation. personal decision and Many dogs need to be walked, so they get you depends on what you’re out to exercise, which may help with weight management and help lower blood pressure.

Research shows that stroking an animal lowers blood pressure, which is part of the relaxation response.

Researchers say they are not proposing this as a management of hypertension, but their studies show there is a true physiological response to animals.

Studies show that you are more likely to engage in conversation with others if you are out Pets as companions .. retirees Tim and Jenny walking the dog. One of Owen of Carindale get friendly with two silky the roles of dog parks is terrier-poodle cross puppies at the Companion that you have social Petz Shop at Carindale. The puppies are brother interaction while the dog and sister – the female shows the poodle traits plays. When animals are of the mother while the male has the silky terrier brought to nursing features of the father homes, it’s so the volunteers interact with

By JIM BOWDEN the patient by talking about the animal. It TIM OWEN, 81, and his Purdue University’s gives people something wife Jenny enjoy it when College of Veterinary to talk about. their children and Medicine in the US. Many people may not grandkids visit – “they “For one thing, pets be able to have a pet bring our grand-dogs provide companionship where they live, includand grand-cats with so people feel less ing in some retirement them.” lonely,” Dr Beck said. communities and Tim and Jenny of “People feel a lot of nursing homes. Some Coopers Plains were at stress when they are retirees have other the Companion Petz alone. Animals can be things they want to do, Shop at Carindale to the focus of attention such as travel and see consider buying their and keep you in the their kids and grandchilown pooch and the two present. You have to dren, and they don’t silky terrier-poodle feed them, walk them, want the responsibility crosses they met there find their toys under the of a pet. Plus, there’s the tempted them. bed. Even focusing on cost of ownership, Cat lover Felicity Walker, fish in a fish tank keeps which varies widely.

74, of Loganlea who your mind on the Whether you want to joined the Owens to hug present. And any time own a pet during your puppies and kittens at you can keep your mind the shop says Maddie, on the present, there is who she lost last year, less stress and less always greeted her anxiety because stress is enthusiastically at the caused by worrying door. about the past and the “She gave me uncondi- future.” tional love” says Felicity Pets provide companwho is looking for ionship, affection, another pet. “She was entertainment and someone to talk to. You purpose. They accept me can have a connection you as you are. They r 50 welco e v o ll A with a pet.” don’t care how much Felicity says there’s a money you have, how calming aspect to much you have having a dog or a cat. achieved or how “I have been walking a attractive you are, but friend’s dog which they probably do care means I get out into the about how much time fresh air often. It’s you have because they amazing how many want to spend time with people will talk to you you. There are also when you have a dog. physical and emotional It’s a conversation benefits for retirees who starter.” own a pet. Most people A national survey by get great comfort from PetNet shows 63% of touch; if they are alone, Australian households it feels comforting to le own pets – one of the have the dog or cat on ies availab ed vacanc it im L highest incidences of their lap or next to them. pet ownership in the Some retirees may not world. have the opportunity to Research shows there give or receive a lot of are emotional and nurturing. Just having a physical benefits in small pet or even owning a pet, especially feeding the fish in the for older people, says fish tank is a reminder of Alan Beck, 73, director care-giving, which of the Centre for the brings a certain amount Human-Animal Bond at of psychological and

planning to do and where you live. Some people are concerned

about not being able to take care of their pets in the future or they worry

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community news Seniors use pedal power to get around city bike tracks BRISBANE has more than 1100 km of bikeways and paths – and 65-year-old Greg Yeowart of Indooroopilly is using his power-assisted bicycle on many of them to crisscross the city.

Greg is one of many seniors moving around southern Queensland on ‘pedelecs’ – electric bikes provided by energetic couple Nick and Samantha Willis who have an extensive range at their Enoggera shop.

Jeff Davies of Ashgrove (pictured) is another who recently checked in his electric bike at the Willis shop for a service. In his 70s, Jeff has ridden 3200 km on the bike in just eight months. “It keeps you fit and saves money,” says Jeff who prefers the bike to driving a car or catching a taxi. Electric bikes are a mainstay for active urban transport in

Europe and Nick and Samantha Willis are helping Queensland residents take up the trend. Electric Bikes Brisbane is in its second year of trading and Samantha says the bikes sold so far have saved nearly I million km in car and public transport.

New bicycle technology has a motor and an electric battery that provide up to 250 watts of extra power to a rider’s own pedal power.

“So what is often a hard, hilly ride around Brisbane is transformed into one that is fun and relatively easy,” says Samantha.

“With rising fuel and public transport costs, more and more people are using electric bikes. Students, young couples, families and seniors are replacing short car trips with their electric bikes.

“The extra power means that carrying things is a lot easier, and people love the feeling of cruising up what used to be a difficult hill, and of course parking them is so much easier, too.”

Electric bikes are legally classified as a bicycle; there is no need to register them or carry a license to ride them, which makes them a popular choice for drivers who have lost their license.

Greg Yeowart loves bike riding, but recent respiratory problems and knee trouble kept him “out of the saddle” – that is until the Electric Bike rolled up.

“The electric bike is just magic – I can do a lot with it and go anywhere,” said Greg who worked in project management in the mining industry.

“I’ve always ridden bikes and now I can pedal to my heart’s content. And when the road gets challenging the electric assis-

On your bike .. Jeff Davies of Ashgrove collects his electric bike after a service from Electric Bikes Brisbane

tance cuts in and it’s a breeze.”

Samantha and Nick make full use of their own product.

“We often ride down from our home at Wights Mountain, 20 km from the city, to West End which takes just over an hour, only 15 minutes more than

if we drive,” Samantha said.

“With the Samford Range road to contend with I used to opt for driving my car so having an electric bike means I still get some exercise and I feel fantastic when I get home, rather than drained.

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saves us about $100 a week in tolls, car costs and parking so the bike pays for itself, pretty quickly.”

Contact Electric Bikes Brisbane at 1A, 60 Pickering Street, Enoggera or call Samantha on 0433 486 245. Web: www.electric bikesbrisbane.com

Free concerts at St John’s Anglican Cathedral, Brisbane THURSDAY FREE morning concerts at St John’s Cathedral. We started FREE morning concerts in 2012 to give music students at or close to professional playing standard an enthusiastic audience and a beautiful venue in which to play.

We felt we could provide

the beautiful venue; we needed an enthusiastic audience. At our first concert we had five people in the audience, the numbers have grown significantly. Come along and enjoy our free concerts with various artists from the Queensland Conservatorium. Mark in

your diary these forthcoming concert dates Thursday 2nd October and Thursday 6th November, 2014. Ticket price FREE. St John’s Anglican Cathedral is located at 413 Ann Street, Brisbane. For further information www.stjohnscathedral. com.au or 07 3835 2222.

Orchid show at Mt Coot tha Botanic Gardens YOU may never get to see a spectacular view of species orchids in the wild. However, you can view orchid species from

the wild on display at The Orchid Species Show which will be held on Saturday 18 October from 8.30am-4pm and Sunday

19 October from 9am3.30pm. Admission is $4.

Be captivated by a display of species orchids from Australia and other parts of the world, some rare and near extinction.

Orchid supplies, accessories and cultural advice given.

Plant sales – a great opportunity to expand your orchid collection.

A large number of species and other varieties on sale.Raffle with quality prizes. Morning and afternoon tea available at a nominal cost.

The Orchid Species Society Inc. members are dedicated to protecting the biodiversity of species orchids worldwide and making sure that, due to the extensive clearing of forests throughout the planet, orchid plants and seed are acquired so that many of the species orchids will be available to future generation once they become extinct in the wild.

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community news The Blacksmith – Life as a “Smithy” The Blacksmith Under the spreading chestnut tree. the village smithy stands; The smith, a mighty man is he.

With large and sinewy hands; And muscles of his brawny arms Are strong as iron bands.

The first verse of many for his well known and recited poems “The Village Blacksmith” written by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Can you remember this from your school days?

Blacksmithing is believed to have been started in 1500BC and this profession was very important in the Middle Ages.

There has been very little changes over the years.

from a piece of steel to the completed item. Perhaps a door hinge, a chain, medieval swords and helmets.

Visitors are welcomed to visit our Museum, Station Street, Samford. We are open on Wednesday and Sunday 10am – 4pm and by appointment for groups.

Contact number 3289 2473 or Geoff on 0417 610 983.

“Volunteers are an important part of any club and society”. That statement certainly includes the Samford Historical Museum. Please consider offering your services as a volunteer, (Wednesday is working bee day and or one Sunday for four hours every six weeks) your reward is in the knowledge you have been involved in saving and maintaining our local history of years gone by.

THE smell of burning coal lured many people as it permeated and wafted into the air and down the street. A variety of different sized anvils were utilised in the shop.

These heavy pieces were used by both the blacksmith and the striker as they worked side by side, they created a certain ring, musical rhythm while belting out their current piece. This sound also brought people to the shop, there they would stand and watch work progress.

The Smithy really was responsible for keeping most businesses operational. He was surrounded by his many tools of trade. The anvil used as a template on which to shape the object, hammers to flatten and shape metals, rasps, files to smooth out rough edges, chisels to sculpt and carve details or designs on objects, punchers to pinch, close and twist metals. Chasing tools, and draw plates for wire making.

Councils, emporiums, farmers and general stores certainly would not been as successful without the smithy’s expert knowledge and assistance especially with repairing implements, sharpening tools and keeping horses shod. He even made iron gates, chains, horse shoes, pot and pans, buckets, dishes, knives and forks, ladles, kettles, cake tins, jugs, you name it and he fashioned it.

In later years the the blacksmith reshaped/altered motor vehicles to become utilities, used mainly on the farms. Replacing the tyres on cart wheels proved a huge job, a job which required a few pairs of capable hands, buckets of water and exact timing with every step so as to produce the product ordered.

The blacksmiths shed was used as a social gathering hub, where the village inhabitants assembled waiting to hear or be told of the latest gossip while watching the actions of their host.

Forward thinking was certainly an asset as the blacksmith , being creative and with a natural attribute could use his “scraps” found around the shed, It certainly was an era where time was not money, and money did not determine quality.

When a job was done with pride. At the end of the day the smithy would be very fatigued, understandably dirty, hungry and possibly dehydrated. After overnight rest his day in the shop starts all over again, ensuring the coal is clean and the forge is burning ans heating to the correct temperature.

One of the many articles items we are still proud of and certainly treasure is the steel bridle (pictured) hand made by Paul Lawson, a local identity of many years. It is the exact replica of the usual leather item. Must be seen to be believed. Our Blacksmith Shop was opened on the 10th November 2001.

The local blacksmith here in Samford during World War 11 was called to service as a blacksmith. Not only were the locals catered for, the American soldiers had their horses shod here.

Gold is for the mistress. Silver for the maid Copper for the craftsman cunning at his trade.

“Good! Said the Baron, sitting in his hall, ”But Iron.. Cold Iron.. is the master of them all”.

Rudgard Kipling Our local resident and blacksmith Martin(pictured), displays his skills at the museum on the last Sunday of the month.

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community news ‘I Love This Place’ film DVD giveaway

THE film ‘I Love This Place’ will premiere from mid-October around Australia with selected screening dates including Nambour Arthouse Cinema on Monday 20th October at 6:30pm.

As a ‘musical documentary’ the film is predominately targeted at our age group with its engaging rich visual imagery and bespoke musical score.

It is a commentary free portrait of Director and lifelong resident, award winning Producer Steven Salgo’s ‘backyard’ - Sydney’s eastern suburbs coastline. Un-

like so many who can’t wait to get away from it all, Salgo found that everything he needed was already on his doorstep.

The evocative and entertaining film unfolds around a year; drawing an intimate portrait of the energy, the unexpected and the daily life of this piece of paradise.

The region’s architecture and events as well as the degrading coastal environment are also highlighted.

The power of the wind, rain and, of course, the sea, is integral to savouring the area’s in-

nate glories and it’s easy to see why Steven Salgo ‘ loves this place.’

Steven is a fifty something award winning filmmaker with vast experience in film and television production. This is Steven’s passion project and he has invested a large majority of his superannuation into making this documentary over the last couple of years come to life!

The film’s Ambassador is Costa Georgiadis, host of ABC’s Gardening Australia. We have one DVD to give away to a reader, so if you are unable to at-

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tend the screening at Nambour, make sure you enter to win a copy of ‘I Love This Place’.

To enter, write your name and a daytime contact telephone number on the back of an envelope and mail it to ‘I Love This Place’, Brisbane Seniors Newspaper, PO Box 1062, Tewantin, Q 4565 to arrive by 22nd October 2014. The first entry out of the barrel will win!

Good luck.

U3A Pine Rivers members with Driver Mike, on our Bus Trip to Boggo Road Goal and The Qld Police Museum on Friday 5th September 2014, with a great nosh-up at the Greek Club for lunch

WITH Spring in the air U3A Pine Rivers will be holding a fabulous fashion parade during their October Social and Information Day, on Friday 17th October 2014 at Bray Hall, Cnr of O’Loane and Cooke Sts, Petrie with fashions supplied by “Fashions on the Go”.

There will be a short meeting before the parade to deal with a Constitutional matter as advised in the newsletter.

We will meet at 9.30am for a 10.00am start with a great morning tea provided for a gold coin donation. You will still be able to pick up any Theatre tickets – Redcliffe or QPAC; book for any of the group outings planned or just catch up with good friends and have a cuppa.

Don’t forget to book your place for the Christmas Luncheon at Showgrounds Hall, Lawnton on Monday 8th December – tickets for classic spit roast $20 members and $25 non-members.

Visitors and prospective members are most welcome.

Please support us by purchasing raffle tickets at the door. Entry if free. For more information phone 3321 0681.

Seniors Enquiry Line launches Seniors Info Chat SENIORS Enquiry Line is a statewide information and referral service. For the cost of a local call, Seniors Enquiry Line gives Queensland seniors, their family, friends, grandparents and carers access to information on topics of interest to seniors.

Seniors Info Chat is a service that Seniors Enquiry Line will now be providing as an extension of its current service which will provide you with regular updates across Queensland.

The friendly staff will call seniors who are registered with the service to provide them with information about current scams, government and community announcements or events in your local area. Often information becomes available to our staff through calls and other outlets that we believe would be beneficial information for our clients. It is important that seniors can access this information sooner rather than later.

Seniors Enquiry Line staff would keep an eye out for interesting and important announcements from a variety of services such as government, community and other services that will be useful and can be passed on to seniors.

Our mission is to provide seniors with relevant information so if you are interested in registering for Seniors Info Chat, please contact Seniors Enquiry Line on 1300 135 500. The service operates Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm. All information we obtain is confidential.

If you are calling from a mobile phone, please let us know when you ring and we will call you back.

The Seniors Info Chat service is a 6 month trial due to be reviewed in March 2015.

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community news Attention: Victoria Barracks Brisbane Now Open!

Captain Adele Catts serving tea in the Officers Mess at Victoria Barracks

GROUP tours of Victoria Barracks Brisbane, conducted by the Army Museum South Queensland, are now available by arrangement.

Victoria Barracks on Petrie Terrace, Brisbane, has a long and interesting history dating back to 1859 when the first Governor of

Queensland Sir George Bowen requested better security for the fast growing colony. The first portion of the Barracks was constructed in 1864 at a cost of approximately 7,000 pounds. Over the years, the site has been a Barracks for British Imperial troops, a Barracks for

the Queensland Police Force, Headquarters for the Queensland Defence Force and Headquarters for the Commonwealth Forces stationed in Queensland on Federation.

The Barracks was renamed Victoria Barracks in 1885 on arrival of No1 Battery Queensland Permanent Artillery, the first full time unit in the Queensland Defence Force. During World War One it was an administrative Headquarters and in World War Two it was Headquarters Lines of Communication. It has been a home to many Army personnel through the South African War, the World Wars, Korea, Vietnam and the more recent conflicts. A guided tour of the exterior of the buildings is available during the Brisbane Open House on Sunday 12th October 2014. More details are available on brisbaneopenhouse. com.au During the cen-

tenary commemorations of World War One, the staff of Army Museum South Queensland, on behalf of the Australian Army History Unit, will conduct guided tours of the Barracks by appointment. Devonshire Tea at $5/head is then served in the Officers Mess – which is quite a unique experience in itself. Of particular interest are the life like statue of the Light Horse Charge at Beersheba in 1917, the original State of Origin Rugby League Cup 1945 and the small temporary museum exhibitions.

There are many opportunities for volunteers to assist at the Army Museum South Queensland.

For more information, please phone (07) 3233 4866 or email adele.catts@defence.gov.au, alternative contacts are: (07) 3233 4531 email stephen.crawford2@defence. gov.au (07) 3233 4353 email justin.powell@ defence.gov.au

National Seniors Victoria Point ALL seniors are very welcome to attend our meetings and will find a happy group who enjoy day trips, a range of speakers, varied entertainment and of course our now famous morning tea. We held our annual fashion parade at the last meeting and whilst our ladies were shopping afterwards, the menfolk cooked a BBQ for all of us and the committee ladies made salad and desserts. It was another great social occasion.

We have booked our Christmas lunch and are now busy collecting From left to right are:- Beth Kanofski, Glenice Muller, Kathleen Irving, prizes for the raffle which Shirley Bienkiewicz and Gwen Bourne the craft group wraps and then presents a festive second Monday of every Drive at 9.30am. Come and sure of a warm welcome. table with around 60 month at the Baptist check us out, you will not Call Barbara on 3820 6373 prizes. We meet on the Church Hall, Barcrest be disappointed and are if you wish to know more.

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community news Hearing health crisis in Aged Care A lack of formal training health in Australia’s aged ness Forum of Australia, for carers has created a care system. despite the high proporhidden crisis in hearing According to the Deaf- tion of aged people requiring hearing care, their needs have been largely ignored.

For many years, hearing assistance has been given minimal attention in preservice training for both community in-home and residential carers. Staff with limited knowledge of hearing impairment may not sufficiently recognise hearing assistance needs when drawing up personal care plans that describe the scope of care that will be provided to a person.

Deafness Forum said the result is wide-spread under-recognition and under-management of hearing loss in both community and residential aged care settings. Even a mild hearing loss can create difficulties in conversation, leading to social isolation and serious anxiety.

Left uncorrected hearing loss may also increase depression and dementia.

The Community Services and Health Industry Skills Council determines the training given to future aged care staff in TAFE and private colleges across Australia. The Skills Council is currently reviewing these training

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requirements but has resisted calls to include adequate instruction in hearing assistance in the relevant Direct Client Care Training Package.

Deafness Forum wants an elective unit for students which allows for deeper study of hearing assis-

tance. Over time, this would create a cadre of staff who can help lift the quality of hearing assistance in aged care.

Hearing assistance includes: techniques to use when communicating with a hearing impaired person; knowledge of

hearing aids and assistive listening devices (ALDs) and assistance to signing Deaf people; management and basic troubleshooting of hearing aids, ALDs and cochlear implants.

Deafness Forum of Australia is the national representative of all Austra-

lians who have a hearing impairment, a chronic disorder of the ear, are Deaf or deafblind, and the families who support them.

It recently launched a public campaign to make Hearing the next National Health Priority in Australia.

Email scam warning AUSTRALIA Post continues to warn customers about emails which advise that a “courier” was unable to deliver a parcel to their address.

The email then requests the customer to view and print information about their package and to go to their local post office to collect the package.

These emails are similar to a scam Australia Post warned customers about in November 2013, February and July 2014, which required the customer to remit a payment first in order to be able to print the article label. The emails have not originated from Australia Post and appear to be targeting customers.

Australia Post does not request customers to remit a payment for parcel collection nor does it charge customers for holding a parcel. If you receive this email,

please delete it. If you have fallen victim to the scam, please call the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) on 1300 795 995 to report the matter to SCAMwatch. The aim of these scam emails is to collect personal / financial information or to install a malicious virus such as ‘ransomware’ which can ‘take over’ your PC. Recovery of infected systems is virtually impossible without clean backups.

Prevention is the best approach to any malware. It’s vital that you know the warning signs of a phishing scam. If you suspect your computer or network is infected by ransomware, you should seek technical advice immediately. Find out more about online security, scams and frauds and how you can help protect yourself in future at scamwatch.gov.au.

Bardon National Seniors plan excursions for 2014 THE Bardon Branch of National Seniors has an active social and excursion program for the rest of 2014.

The monthly meeting is held usually on the 4th Friday of the month at the Bardon Bowls Club starting at 10am. Guest speakers are normally programmed to attend monthly meetings. Mah Jong is held every Monday at the home of a member with a BYO lunch.

For the September meeting, the guest speaker was Dick Bennett from Brisbane Seniors Online speaking about safely using the internet and computers. On Friday 10 October, there is a bus trip planned stopping at Nerang for morning tea, Point Danger to admire the views and then lunch at the Kingscliff Bowls

Club returning home via the picturesque Currumbin Valley. The guest speaker for the 24 October will be David Brownsey who will be speaking about the History of Kelvin Grove. Friday 14 November will involve a bus trip to Rosewood and then Rosevale for lunch at the Rosevale Retreat Hotel. The return trip will be via Warrill View and Harrisville. On Friday 12 December, the Bardon National Seniors will be celebrating the 25th anniversary with a special lunch at the Belvedere Hotel at Woody Point. Current members, past members and friends are welcome to attend. For more information about the Bardon National Seniors ph Secretary David Monteath on 3369 2213.

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community news Canungra Army Museum Tour

IN late August, the Redcliffe City Mixed Probus Club enjoyed a very memorable day outing to the Museum of Australian Military Intelligence. For most of us this tour was new territory, although nearby Tamborine has been a regular destination for our Probus Club tours.

Our first stop for morning tea was a real surprise. The Berrinba Wetlands in the Logan area is a nature lover’s haven. The many picnic areas overlooked the wetlands, and the placid flocks of resting pelicans and many other bird species were a real joy to watch.

We continued our

journey through the township of Canungra to the Museum of Australian Military Intelligence being part of the Kokoda Barracks.

The Kokoda Barracks are a restrictive area and groups to the Museum are by arrangement. On this base is a large training establishment known as the Land Warfare Centre. Back in 1942, the base was setup for jungle warfare training. At the Museum we learnt a lot about the importance of the many facets of intelligence gathering to supplement the actual on the field warfare.

On return to Canungra we enjoyed the facilities for dining and drinking

National Servicemen’s Association of Australia (Qld Branch)

Lunch at Canungra Hotel (l-r Jim Forwood, Marie & David Champion, Joan Bourke)

at the renowned Canungra Hotel. Then an hour was spent exploring this wonderful country town. One

particular place of interest was “The Artists Hut”, a replica hut where Edwin Bode (1859-1926) lived and

painted his beautiful watercolours.

For information about our Club please phone 07 3885 9484.

AT our September meeting, the Hon Campbell Newman State Premier and Member for Ashgrove spoke of the years of service of both he and his father (a Vietnam veteran) as army officers. Also present was branch Patron, Gaythorne RSL President Merv Brown OAM, also a Vietnam veteran, who spoke about the effects on returned servicemen of post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) The Association’s Brisbane North West branch meets on the third Sunday of each month except December at Gaythorne RSL (next October 19) at 10.15am. Visitors and prospective new members are most welcome and there is the chance to enjoy a pleasant lunch at the RSL after the meeting. Conscripts who served for countries other than Australia are welcome as associate members; wives and widows of former nashos are welcome as supporters.

To find out the benefits of belong to the Association; to apply for the two medals to which all Australian nashos are entitled or to find a branch that is near to where you live, phone 3324 1277 or scroll website www.nashoqld.org.au. For more information phone Dave on 3366 3191.

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community news Good Mates DRIVING homeward after a school pick-up, I decided to fake a cough – it was really too cold to go swimming and I needed a good reason to give it a

miss. I explained that it would not be sensible to go in the pool (heated though it is) but a few minutes later, a little voice came from behind - “I

don’t hear much coughing, Gill.” It was hard to keep a straight face as I contemplated how hard it is to fool a five year old.

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From the age of two, when he attended day care, he has loved coming to “Gill’s house” once a week and we play with LEGO and play dough, swim in the pool and even occasionally sip a lemonade at happy hour at the retirement estate where I live.

Caladen has met many of my friends there and has always enjoyed mixing with a different generation.

Now that he is five we regularly spend time exploring maths or reading on my ipad, playing with more challenging LEGO,

drawing or just trying to extend his swimming skills (he is already quite a competent swimmer and loves the water).

Caladen’s mum, Saskia says, “My parents live interstate and his other grandparents both still work so it’s great that he

has this inter-generational time with Gill.”

I know that as he and I both become older, he may not want to spend as much time with me, but for now I cherish his enthusiasm for life, curiosity about the world and delightful conversation.

Fellowships explore untold stories of the First World War STATE Library of Queensland’s inaugural Q ANZAC 100: Memories for a New Generation fellowships, proudly supported by the Queensland Government, open for applications today.

Four fellowships valued at $15,000 each will fund research projects relating to Queensland’s experience of the First World War, both on the home front and the warfront. Minister Assisting the Premier for the Centenary of Anzac Glen Elmes said that Queenslanders have lived with memories of World War One for a century, and not all of them have been shared. “Communities and families across the state possess a treasure trove of stories reflecting the courage, resilience, sacrifice and duty that immortalised the Anzac spirit,” Mr Elmes said. “Our geographically diverse state meant that often many of our smaller towns and regions were dramatically impacted by the events of World War One. “A hundred years on, there are still stories to be told, memories to be shared, and undiscovered treasures tucked away in family homes, personal collections and cultural institutions across Queensland. “Uncovering and interpreting these memories and stories is important in helping us commemorate and understand Queensland’s World

War One history, and its impact on our community.” State Librarian Janette Wright said the fellowship program aims to foster new research and develop new knowledge about the Queensland experience of the First World War, and is part of State Library’s Q ANZAC 100: Memories for a New Generation program. “Q ANZAC 100 is a five-year program of legacy initiatives that commemorates 100 years of World War One and Anzac history in Queensland,” Ms Wright said. “The fellowship program aims to uncover and explore the lesser known or untold stories about our state and how Queensland experienced the First World War.” Together with the $15,000 stipend, each fellow is allocated a workspace for up to 12 months, access to the John Oxley Library and expert advice from State Library staff for the duration of their project. Q ANZAC 100: Memories for a New Generation commemorates our history, expands our understanding of the First World War and helps current and future generations appreciate our state’s experience of the First World War and Anzac legacy.

Fellowship applications close at 5pm on Friday 7 November 2014. Visit www.slq.qld.gov.au for more information and to apply.

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community news D.S.H.S Reunion

Darra Street festival

CALLING all past students and staff of the former Domestic Science High School. This school closed down in 1962 and a celebration of the school was held in October 2012, fifty years later. Over 200 ladies from one aged 95 to the young girls of 66 attended that Reunion and another one was held in October 2013. There will be another Reunion this year on Saturday, 25thOctober at Kedron-Wavell Services Club, Chermside , from 11a.m. to 3p.m.

Anyone still wishing to attend please contact Mary on 3385 8702 or 0417 006 854 to register. Last year’s attendees will remember the subject of the school song being raised. This year we will have a recording for all of us to join in with and test out vocal chords.

Photo of school prefects from 1940’s

Domestic Science High School was not all about cooking and dressmaking although we all took these classes. Many girls went on to be teachers & nurses

L to R Joan Winter, Shirley May, Claire Watts, Anna Craig, Beryl Clarkson.

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Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club ON the 3rd September eighty four members and friends from the Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club gathered to board the Concorde Coaches for our day trip to Redcliffe and Whale Watching.

On arrival at the Redcliffe pier, we gathered to board the “M V Eye-Spy” greeted

by Skipper, Captain Kerry Lopez. Morning tea was served on the way over to Moreton Island, before heading

around the North end towards the Lighthouse, where the crew advised us to keep our eyes open for any signs of whales. Taking advantage of some calmer seas, the crew served up a delicious cold buffet and seafood lunch, a very impressive spread indeed. After lunch we got into some more whale searching before it was time to make our way back to Redcliffe with afternoon tea

served on the way.

Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club meet on the third Friday of the month at the Queensland Lions Soccer Club, Pine Road, Richlands at 10.30am.

New members are most welcome. For more information on the Club and its activities, please contact Kay (Treasurer) on 32789406 or Les (Activities Officer) on 3279 9449 or mob 0466 377 618, or email fl50plusc@gmail.com

Annerley/Moorooka Senior Citizens Club THE Ostrich and Fish Farm in the Esk area was the venue for our September outing. An interesting day and the weather was perfect.

Lunch at the Grand Hotel in Esk was enjoyed by the group and a wander among the shops of Esk helped to work off lunch, before taking our return journey. The other Tuesdays of the month of

HEAD out to Darra for a free, low cost event for all the family. Enjoy stage entertainment with local bands, international food, children’s entertainment, market stalls and street entertainers. Darra Street festival to be held at Railway Parade, Darra on Friday, 17 October from 5pm-10pm.

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September, we have enjoyed each other’s company along with the folk who came along to entertain us. Our last outing for the year will be a visit to the Caboolture Senior Citizens Club on Tuesday 11 November.

If you would like to join us for the bus trip, please contact Colin Butler, our President, on 3848 6371.

Computer Lessons for Seniors WROCCS welcomes all Seniors 50+ to our next Club Meeting on 14th October at Wynnum RSL, 174 Tingal Rd, Wynnum.10.30amin the Pandanus Room(door opens 10am). Membership is just $10. It is a relaxed social atmosphere at these meetings, as well as a great learning experience with an in-

teresting Guest speaker. The club is run by Senior Volunteers. Classes offered weekdays cover a full range of computer programs. Wynnum Region Organised Computing Club for Seniors Inc. Please call 0411 806 154 or Email wroccs@gmail.com or visit Website: wroccs.org.au

Stafford Senior Social Club

OUR club meets every second Wednesday in the school hall, at Queen of Apostles Church.at Appleby Road, Stafford. We offer concerts, trading tables, bingo, hoy, guest speakers, and of course bus trips. Our next bus trip will be to Caloundra on 22nd October. Morning tea at Golden Beach, then a one and half hour ferry cruise, lunch at Pelican Waters Tavern. Cost $55all inclusive. We will leave at 8am returning 4.30 to 5pm. For further information ring Julia on 0467 680 551 or Carolyn 3356 8223. The club membership is $2per year. Entrance is also $2. Morning tea is supplied. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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community news Revamp for Iconic Nundah ‘Op Shop’

Carindale N.S.A. THE next Coach trip is to Straddie and if the weather is kind will be a most enjoyable day. The commencement time for this day is 7.45am so all will have to get up early.

The October 14th meeting will be the annual Bring and Buy so we hope this will be well supported as this is the only fund raising event of the year. Carindale National Seniors is a very friendly club and we always welcome new and prospective members and a member introduces them to the President and informs them of all the many events that are available.

Carindale National Seniors meets at the Clem Jones Centre ,Carina Bowls Club, Stanley Rd. Carina.

Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month except Jan,Dec. Coach tours are on 4th Tuesday of every month, except Jan, Dec. For further information please phone Anne 3245 3847 or Maureen 3398 4236.

NUNDAH’s iconic Union Street “Bargain Centre” has had a clean sweep.

Coordinator Dawn Pearce, 75, says months of hard work by her team of 40 volunteers had resulted in a shop that was easy to navigate, with streamlined display areas for kitchen goods, clothes, books and toys.

All of the things that have made the op shop a treasured part of the Nundah community for almost 30 years — such as the building’s original features and its welcoming

staff — remain unchanged. “People love coming here because it is still an original workers’ cottage and it has that beautiful old world charm about it,’’ Dawn (pictured) says. “It’s just so special and so warm and welcoming. We have some customers who visit us every day – some to buy, some come just for the company of our wonderful volunteers.’’

All money raised through sales is donated to the neighbouring Zion Lutheran Home, a not-for-

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Sell a pink ribbon – help make a difference!

CANCER Council Queensland is calling on Brisbane residents to unite in pink and take on women’s cancers, by volunteering this Pink Ribbon Day! Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon Day (Monday, October 27) provides an opportunity to unite in pink and show support for the one in six Queensland women who will be diagnosed with breast or gynaecological cancer in their lifetime.

This year in Queensland, around 3900 women will be diagnosed with breast or gynaecological cancer, and around 800 will die from these women’s cancers.

Locals can show their support by volunteering a few hours of their time to sell merchandise at shopping centres across Brisbane* from Thursday, October 23 to Monday, October 27.

Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift invited the community to help turn the town pink by taking part in Pink Ribbon Day. “We will have Pink Ribbon Day sites set up at shopping centres across Brisbane and we need enthusiastic volunteers to help make the day a success,” Ms Clift said.

“A bright splash of pink does more

than brighten up the community – it means that we are taking steps to beat cancer and to show our support to those affected.

“We’re also taking on women’s cancers through research, prevention, support and advocacy – you can help us take on women’s cancers too by volunteering your time!”

This year Cancer Council aims to raise $9.47million through Pink Ribbon Day and Pink Ribbon fundraising events.

All funds raised enable Cancer Council Queensland to continue their important work in women’s cancer research, education and patient support programs.

To volunteer for Pink Ribbon Day, visit www.pinkribbon.com.au or call the Fundraising Hotline 1300 65 65 85.

For information about Cancer Council Queensland and support, visit www.cancerqld.org.au or call Cancer Council 13 11 20.

Cancer Council Queensland is an independent, community-based charity, the achievements of which are made possible by the generosity of Queenslanders.

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We offer 3 nutritious meals per day, home cooked in our own kitchen. Meals can be enjoyed in the dining room or if you prefer in your own unit.

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community news Brian and Lorraine Parker celebrate 50 years of marriage BRIAN met Lorraine at a social dance at Hurstville, New South Wales in 1962. Brian suggested driving this beautiful girl home; however, she had her own car!

After a chat over coffee, an arrangement was made to meet up again.

This eventually led to a great life of marriage; 50 years on and still going strong. They married on 17th October, 1964.

They have three children, Geoffrey (44), Michelle (42) and Tiffany (33).

Tiffany shares her birthday with Brian and

Lorraine each year on their wedding anniversary date. Brian and Lorraine are proud grandparents of Ella and Tabitha.

A celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary will be held in October with 50 family, friends and long time neighbours from their first Jindalee home.

For the past 38 years, they have been Centenary residents and still love the area and all it has to offer.

Congratulations Brian and Lorraine on your special 50th wedding anniversary.

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Stafford Garden Club Kedron. The Guest Speaker will be Daphne Muhling and she will be talking about Succulents.

Daphne is well known as a Floral Art enthusiast.

The ladies will have their usual trade table. Come at 9.30 am for a cup of tea and a chat before the meeting. Visitors are always welcome.

Phone Gloria on 3355 4703 or Kaye on 3357 7660.

Come along and enjoy a cuppa with Margaret, Margaret and Corliss

THE Stafford Garden Club members had another wonderful Bus trip in September for a tour of the Gatton University Campus, where we had a

delicious lunch. At Fernvale we visited a Nursery with a fantastic collection of warm Climate bulbs. We came home laden with plants for a

Spring planting. The Stafford Garden Club Inc. will meet at 9.30 on Thursday October 16th at the OES Hall cnr Kitchener Rd and Bohland St,

Community Notice AIR Brisbane North

WE at the Air (Association of Independant Retirees) working for Australians in Retirement normally meet at the Wavell Heights Community Hall in Edingburgh Castle Road above the Bowls Club on the third Friday of the month this time being 17th October, our meeting times start around 09.30 am finishing about noon .

On most occasions we normally have a guest speaker opening our world to subjects of interest. As our name indicates we are geared around financial cost and subjects of help to our members, without giving advice individually plus social events like bus trips etc.

The second Friday our Financial Group

meets at the Chermside Library to discuss any query we may have on financial matters compared to our Monthly meetings which are run more socially.

All members are welcomed to both meetings for a cuppa and a bickie, we have a low membership fee compared to what we offer. We are a national group with branches spread across each state. Our membership is represented by the “ Baby Boombers “ together with those who may have retired prior or are about to .

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G20 cultural celebrations

WITH the eyes of the world on Brisbane in the lead up to the G20 Leaders Summit, the city will celebrate its enviable lifestyle and show off its diversity and talent with an exciting program of free events.

The luminous Colour Me Brisbane will transform Brisbane’s skyline, while a broad live music program will satisfy all tastes. There will also be cultural and community events, visual art and dance performances. Events will be held at various locations throughout Brisbane from Friday, 24 October until Sunday, 16 November.

For full program and more details, visit: www.qld.gov.au/g20cultural. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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Finding Rover: tracking a lost dog on your iPod – and does your pet really look like you?

THE idea that dogs tend to look like their owners is big news to no-one.

Even before the days of Paris Hilton dressing her Chihuahua Tinkerbelle in mini-me outfits, it has long been observed that dogs and their owners often share a striking resemblance. Undoubtedly, the tall, willowy blonde can be seen walking her Afghan hound in the loWe have a modern air conditioned BRIDGE is a card game for all ages. I cal park, while the know of at least one 100 year old that clubhouse set in pleasant parklands Staffordshire bull terrier at Ferny Grove. You will find our is still playing. will be accompanied by an members friendly and helpful. Fun For some, bridge remains always, equally gruff-looking days such as our Melbourne Cup day chap. So, it seems natural simply fun, whilst others develop a passion for the game that leads to the and Christmas party help develop the now that the same techsocial atmosphere at the club. We pursuit of excellence. No pressure, it nology used by immigraoffer free lessons, then four hour is up to you. tion officials to recognise sessions cost just $5, morning tea Mental exercise, social interaction, and match human faces and bikkies are free. and change of environment are all can now be used on dogs.

For more details contact Tony Agar proven factors in good mental health (Cats, of course, will have 3851 1362, Allan McIntyre 0409 765 for an aging population. nothing to do with it!).

162 or visit our website Playing bridge addresses all of these “People said it was imposwww.aranabridgeclub.com issues. sible but it’s now a reality,” says RSPCA Queensland CEO Mark Townend.

“This will prove to be anA day to celebrate the valuable contribution that carers make to our commuother vital tool in helping nity and as a fundraiser for Breakaway Inc. On Sunday 19th October from 3 – to reunite people with 6 pm at the Belvedere Hotel, Woody Point, Redcliffe Peninsula. Entertaintheir lost pets.” ment on the day with raffles and auction. Cost is $40 for adults and $20 for Finding Rover is a revochildren. For further information please contact Breakaway on 3883 1099 or lutionary free app that email breakawayhouse@bigpond.com ask for Fionna or Carollyn. can be downloaded onto any Apple or Android

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phone. You snap a photo of your dog’s face and this is automatically uploaded to a central database. If your dog goes missing, Finding Rover automatically contacts a large network of dog organisations and members. If someone finds your dog, they simply download the app (remember it’s free) and the photo of the dog you found is uploaded and the contact details for the owner come back automatically.

“Obviously its success depends on the number of people who register their dogs but it’s been a huge success in the US and is now being officially used by the San Diego Department of Animal Services,” Mark Townend said.

“I still find it amazing! After all we’re only just getting used to facial recognition technology being used on people. It’s like something out of CSI. “The background software used in Finding Rover was actually developed in Queensland and is now used in animal shelters all over the US and Canada, so this is actually a pretty big deal for the state.”

Getting back to the owner-dog likeness .. it’s amusing, but is there real evidence to support this?

Believe it or not, scientists in America have been funded to test this very

Dog owners often resemble their pets

idea. It turns out that purebred dogs really do appear to resemble their owners. Professor Nicholas Christenfeld led a study in which photographs were taken of dogs, and their owners.

The photographs were then presented to strangers, who were then asked to match a person with their canine companion, based only on physical resemblance.

The ‘judges’ in the study were shown the owner’s photograph, plus two photographs of dogs.

One photograph was of the dog belonging to the owner, and the other was of another dog. Judges were not told which dog was which, and were asked to match the correct dog to the owner.

The study found that for purebred dogs, their owners could be correctly

identified more often than we would predict by chance, suggesting that these dogs and their owners really do resemble each other, on some level.

However, there was no such result for mixedbreed dogs. The study even found that there was no relation between how frequently a dog could be correctly paired with its owner and the length of time that the two had cohabited, suggesting that far from convergence, people may actually select their purebred dogs on the basis of the features they possess which resemble their own. Of course, very few people will do this consciously, but it seems that this is what happens.

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community news Caboolture VIEW Club Caboolture VIEW Club a Charity Organisation provides women with the opportunity to meet regularly with other women from all walks of life, establish lasting friendships and help disadvantaged Australian children through supporting the work of children’s charity – The Smith Family In August, nine ladies attended Maroochydore VIEW Club’s 13th Birthday with the Theme of An International Day with a “Scottish Influence” Two members of Caboolture VIEW Club are shown in

Scottish attire with the Scottish Piper.

The luncheons for Caboolture VIEW Club are held on the 3 rd Thursday of the month, meeting at Caboolture RSL, Beerburrum Road, Caboolture at10.30am for 11.15am meeting start time. Cost of luncheon $20.00 You are warmly invited to join us for Fun & Friendship. New ladies most welcome. For more information & bookings for lunch please phone Secretary Esther on 3888 2558.

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In their own homes President Carol presenting three new members Bernadette, Jocelyn and Trish with their badges

THE speaker at the September meeting was Sue-Belinda Meehan who kept members entertained with inside information about the Royals and their foibles.

The Pine Rivers VIEW club meets on the third Wednesday of the month at the Murrumba Downs Tavern, Griffin Room,10.30 for an 11am.start Guests and friends are made very welcome to join members for lunch

and entertainment .

VIEW clubs support The Smith Family and raise funds for disadvantaged children.

At the October meeting,as well as two speakers, there will be a Bring and Buy stall . Members are reminded to bring baked, sewn, knitted and handcrafted articles for the stall.

Interested ladies please contact Joy 32855989 or Sandra 34252738.

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LUNCHEON meeting for Arana VIEW Club commencing 10.30am on Wednesday 5th November at the Arana Leagues Club, Dawson Parade, Keperra.

Guest speaker from Foundation Getaway, raffles and bring & buy table.

Two-course lunch incl tea/coffee ($24.00). Bookings: phone Dorothy 3351 5196 by 4pm Monday 3rd November. Arana VIEW welcomes new members and visitors to our meetings and other social activities organised each month.

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lasting friendships and help disadvantaged Australian children. All funds raised are donated to The Smith Family and its Learning for Life programs which provide education scholarships and personal support for these students.

All funds raised are donated to The Smith Family and its Learning for Life programs which provide education scholarships and personal support for these students. VIEW is proud to be The Smith Family’s single biggest sponsor of disadvantaged Australian students. www.thesmithfamily.com.au/ view.

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community news One of the healthiest things you can do LIKE most people, you’ve probably heard that physical activity and exercise are good for you. In fact, being physically active on a regular basis is one of the healthiest things you can do for yourself. Studies have shown that exercise provides many health benefits and that older adults can gain a lot by staying physically active. Even moderate exercise and physical activity can improve the health of people who are frail or who have diseases that accompany aging. Being physically active can also help you stay strong and fit enough to keep doing the things you like to do as you get older. Making exercise and physical activity a regular part of your life can improve your health and help you maintain your independence as you age. Be as Active as Possible.Regular physical activity and exercise are important to the physical and mental

on a regular basis may help reduce feelings of depression.

Studies also suggest that exercise can improve or maintain some aspects of cognitive function, such as your ability to shift quickly between tasks, plan an activity, Prevent or Delay and ignore irrelevant have to join a gym or health of almost everyinformation. have special equipment. Disease.Scientists have one, including older found that staying Physical Activity or Yet, studies show that adults. Staying physiphysically active and Exercise? Some people “taking it easy” is risky. cally active and exercisexercising regularly can may wonder what the For the most part, when ing regularly can help prevent or delay difference is between produce long-term health older people lose their many diseases and physical activity and ability to do things on benefits and even disabilities. In some exercise. Physical improve health for some their own, it doesn’t cases, exercise is an activities are activities older people who already happen just because that get your body they’ve aged. It’s usually effective treatment for have diseases and many chronic condimoving such as gardenbecause they’re not disabilities. That’s why ing, walking the dog and active. According to the tions. For example, health experts say that studies show that people taking the stairs instead U.S. Surgeon General’s older adults should aim with arthritis, heart of the elevator. Exercise Report on Physical to be as active as disease, or diabetes is a form of physical possible. Being Inactive Activity and Health, benefit from regular activity that is specifiinactive people are Can Be Risky.Although exercise. Exercise also cally planned, structured, nearly twice as likely to exercise and physical and repetitive such as develop heart disease as helps people with high activity are among the blood pressure, balance weight training, tai chi, or healthiest things you can those who are more problems, or difficulty an aerobics class. active. Lack of physical do for yourself, some walking. Manage Stress, Including both in your older adults are reluctant activity also can lead to more visits to the doctor, Improve Mood. Regular, life will provide you with to exercise. Some are moderate physical health benefits that can afraid that exercise will be more hospitalizations, activity can help manage help you feel better and too hard or that physical and more use of medistress and improve your enjoy life more as you cines for a variety of activity will harm them. mood. And, being active age. illnesses.

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Slide on sunnies daily, Cancer Council warns AS summer beckons, Cancer Council is urging Queenslanders to slide on sunnies daily to protect themselves from cataracts, serious retina damage and cancers on the surface of the eye. Part of the Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide campaign, Queenslanders are reminded to slide on wraparound sunglasses along with using sunscreen and slapping on a hat for best protection against the sun.”Damage to the eye can occur regardless of the UV Index level, so it’s essential that Queenslanders wear wraparound sunglasses at all times when outside during daylight hours. “Be sure to reduce exposure of the eye to UV radiation as much as possible, ensure your sunglasses meet the Australian/New Zealand standard, and wear a broad-brimmed hat. “Choosing wraparound, close-fitting, large-lens sunglasses provide the best protection by reducing direct and reflected UV radiation and glare.”Wearing a broad-brimmed hat along with wraparound sunglasses can reduce UV radiation exposure to the eyes by up to 98 per cent.”

Cancer Council Queensland recommends Queenslanders choose a pair of sunglasses that meet the Australian/New Zealand Standard and have the correct classifications and labelling.

“Always look for wrap-around sunglasses that meet the Australian/New Zealand Standard 1067:2003 and an Eye Protection Factor (EPF) 10,” Ms Clift said.

“Choose sunglasses with a clearly-labelled lens category two, three or four, rather than basic fashion spectacles. “The Standard doesn’t cover tinted or prescription glasses – though some may provide protection from UV or be coasted with a UV protective layer. “If you wear prescription glasses, ask your optometrist about the level of UV protection they provide.”Cancer Council-endorsed prescription lens coatings that block up to 95 per cent of transmitted and reflected UV are available from optical outlets, for use on prescription lenses. More information about Cancer Council Queensland and staying SunSmart is available on 13 11 20 or cancerqld.org.au.

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Let’s Get Birkdale Living Garden – a must see

ON Saturday 22 November and Sunday 23 November Ian and Judy Wintle’s ‘Living Garden’ will be open to the public from 9am-4.30pm.

Ian and Judy Wintle’s ‘Giving Garden’ at Birkdale, Queensland is a one acre property which has become one of South East Queensland’s best known sub-tropical gardens.

The garden is very visitor friendly and features over 70 tropical fruit trees which provide the shade for rainforest walks with massed under plantings of gingers, heliconias, orchids, caladiums, bromeliads and many rare and exotic plants.

By using good permaculture gardening practices utilising Kelp, rainwater, mulching, worm farms, composting and native beehives this large garden remains healthy and productive all year round. There’s always something new to see in the garden as Ian and Judy are always seeking to do better and always

ily and many visitors to enjoy. Ian and Judy now really enjoy their present life, sure it’s hard work but it’s enjoyable work and they are at their happiest working in the garden and meeting so many fellow gardeners. This garden has been created on a budget and inspires and motivates all who visit.

Refreshments available.

Lions ladies will be cooking homemade delicacies and there will be Devonshire teas and sausage sizzle.

‘Living Garden’ is situated at 5 Carlton Court, Birkdale. Entry: $6, children free.

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Sandgate District Historical Society & Museum RENOVATING/restoring Queenslanders at Sandgate/ Shorncliffe a presentation by John Blackley.

Sunday 26th October, 2014 at 2.00pm at the Museum, 150 Rainbow Street, Sandgate. Visitors are welcome to attend as John recalls the excitement and challenges related to renovat-

ing/restoring our beloved old Queenslanders.

For further information phone museum on 07 3869 2283, a/hours 07 3265 3492, email sandgatemusum@bigpond.com or use the enquiries form on our website www.sandgatemuseum.com.au

Ian and Judy Wintle

on the lookout for new, unusual and rare plants.

Ian and Judy have raised over $30,000 for charity through the past eleven garden openings and raised a further $5744 in 2013 for a local Lions Club part of which went to pur-

chase a walker for a disabled boy.

What was a healing and nurturing time for them has now turning into a life time passion and has given them an oasis for all the fam-

Invitation to come along, be active, engage socially and meet others

PRESIDENT Libby Odling of the Ladies Bowls section at Northern Suburbs Bowls Club in Wavell Heights, invites all ladies to join with them each Wednesday from 9am.

The ladies meet in bowls with social activities in craft, fashion and cards with a morning tea provided. The low impact, therapeutic game of bowls with health benefits is enjoyed by the women and they keep active and engaged in this sport with social meetings as a group. For those interested Free bowls coaching is available. You will always be welcomed, so come along and meet a friendly social group.

This inclusive, multicultural club for all the community would like to

see both ladies and men enjoying social bowls and meeting others. On Sunday 26 October a gold coin donation for charity Open Day from 12 noon with Bowls and BBQ will be held for all ages to ex-

perience bowls, overlook the club, meet others and consider being part of this friendly social club. The club would like families to participate and encourage grandparents to attend with their children and

grandchildren. Enquires are welcome any time and those interested in social activities and/or bowls can phone Libby on 3359 6798 or come along to the club at 175 Edinburgh Castle Road.

Indoor Bowls at Wellington Point WELLINGTON Point invites any seniors interested in playing indoor bowls to come along to our club at The Community Hall at Birkdale Road Wellington Point. Games start at 12.30 pm on Tuesdays and 9am on Saturdays admittance is $3 which includes morning or afternoon tea annual fee is $5. This is a very friendly club phone Edith on3390 3196 or Madge on 3824 6160. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

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Brisbane Open House STATE Library of Queensland (SLQ) invites you to discover the hidden secrets within its walls.

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Healthy eating where experts work on damaged items. On Sunday, 12 October from discover the award-winning architecture of the SLQ building, featuring the bespoke artwork ‘Black Opium’ by Fiona Foley, the retractable wall that links SLQ Auditorium and Queensland Terrace and a special curator’s tour of Hot Modernism.

Open on Saturday 11 October and Sunday 12 October from 10am5pm. Free guided tours on the hour 11am-3pm.

Bookings, visit www.slq.eventbrite.com or hone 3840 7768.

SUMMERTIME is just around the corner and time to enjoy our salad vegetables. Here is a simple and very tasty recipe to enjoy which is a bonus to our continuing good health.

Rice Paper Vegetable Rolls Ingredients: 8 small rice-paper wrappers 1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce 3/4 cup (50g) beansprouts, trimmed 1 small carrot, peeled, grated 1 medium Lebanese cucumber, peeled, cut into ribbons 1 medium avocado, peeled, cut into strips Sweet chilli sauce, to serve Method: Pour warm water into a heatproof bowl until half full. Dip 1 rice paper wrapper in water.

Place on a flat surface. Stand for 20 to 30 seconds or until soft enough to roll without splitting. If water cools down, replace with fresh warm water. Place one-eighth of lettuce along 1 edge of 1 wrapper. Top with one-eighth each of beansprouts, carrot, cucumber and avocado. Fold in ends. Roll up firmly to enclose filling. Cover with a damp tea towel to prevent roll drying out. Repeat with remaining wrappers, lettuce, beansprouts, carrot, cucumber and avocado. Serve with sweet chilli sauce.

Lets talk Geraniums THE Geranium and Pelargonium Society will be meeting on the 8th October at 9.30 am for a 10.00 start. The meeting will be held at the Uniting Church Hall, Merthyr road New Farm.

The speaker this month will be Helen Rattenbury who will be speaking on Geraniums.

For further information contact Dorothy 3263 2450.

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Let’s Get Floral Art Society

PICTURED are Jo Loader and Daphne Muhling at a workshop of the Floral Art

society of Queensland learning how to make an arrangement in the

style of Krathong which has special significance in Thailand, Laos and Burma. Traditionally it is a circular design edged with leaves folded to form points and the inner area is decorated with small flowers.

Three incense sticks and a candle are placed in the centre before the arrangement is floated down the river on the night of the full moon during the Loi Krathong festival to honour Buddah. The Floral Art Society of Queensland.Inc. are a member of the World Association of Floral Artists and welcomes visitors and new members. Meetings are held at Mt. Coottha Auditorium, fourth Monday of the month 10.00am.

Enquiries please phone 3848 5233.

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ON Thursday, 6th November, the Mitchelton and Districts Garden Club Inc. meets at the Enoggera Memorial Hall, corner of Wardell and Trundle Streets, Enoggera. The guest speaker is Dorothy Tyrrell and the topic is Repotting Orchids. An ideal time to repot most orchids is in late Spring or early Summer. Orchids don’t like to be disturbed too often and can go without repotting for up to 5 years depending on the amount of room for roots in the pot or receptacle.

Orchid roots are inclined to cling to the outside of the pots and it’s best to soak the whole pot in water for about an hour before repotting, to make it easier to gently ease the roots away from the pot. The least root damage, the better. This club meets on the first Thursday of the month. Morning tea is served at 9.45 a.m and new members and visitors are welcome.

The hall is accessible by wheel chair and close to public transport. For more information please contact the president, Pat on 3356 1256.

Residents stay alert to severe weather LORD Mayor Graham Quirk is reminding Brisbane residents to get ready for this year’s summer storm season with severe storms typically hitting from October through to February.

The Lord Mayor said nearly 90,000 households were currently signed up to Council’s free Early Warning Alert Service which provides

location-based alerts of severe weather activity predicted in their area.

Cr Quirk said the alerts are sent to residents by SMS, email or recorded phone message when a severe weather event is forecast, allowing for preparations to protect homes and assets.

“Severe storms can result in property damage, power outages, and isolation due to

floodwaters and debris, so preparation is not only crucial but can pay great dividends if, and when severe weather occurs,” Cr Quirk said.

“Signing up to the service is an ideal way for residents to both stay informed about fast-moving weather and be prepared when a storm can be predicted ahead of time. Cr Quirk said residents could find

Christmas in the Country Art & Craft Show IT will be the 24th annual Christmas in the Country Art and Craft Show to be held in the Gatton Shire Hall, North Street, Gatton, 40km east of Toowoomba.

To be held over two days: Friday, November 7, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Show will have over 65 stalls filled with Christmas gifts, jewellery, fresh local produce and cakes, quilting and patchwork supplies, old wares, cottage and rustic crafts, pottery, plants, and much much more.

Entry cost for adults will be $6, with children under 12 free.

For more information, please call mobile 0439 735 958 or email: artandcraft@peacelps.qld.edu.au.

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Residents only receive warnings if the registered residential address may be impacted.

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Ipswich City Council is bringing you cricket for Christmas THANKS to the support of Ipswich City Council a very special Brisbane Heat fan day will go ahead on December 14 for local fans and supporters.

Parks, Sport and Recreation Committee Chairperson Councillor David Morrison said this day would be a perfect opportunity for local fans to get up close and personal with their heroes.

“The Brisbane Heat is one of the finest cricket teams in Australia and this is a great opportunity to watch them in action,” Cr Morrison said. “The fan day is an opportunity for the city to host a high calibre sporting and community event on the magnificent Mark Marsh Oval in Limestone Park.

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Festival of lights at Diwali THE ever popular night-time Diwali festival, or festival of lights, is back for another year and will be celebrated in the Chinatown Mall.

Check out the festive lights, enjoy the energetic music, and dance performances. Local food will be on offer for all to enjoy.

Diwali festival to be held on Saturday, 25 October from 5pm-10pm at Chinatown Mall, Brisbane.

City Botanic Gardens Volunteer Guides celebrate 25 years of Guiding AFTER the great success of volunteerism with Expo 88, Ross McKinnon (former Curator of Brisbane Botanic Gardens) instigated the Volunteer Guide program at the City Botanic Gardens in 1989 and 25 years later the program is still going strong. In fact, Ethel Licence, a recruit from the very first intake of guides, is still turning up for her fortnightly roster to share her love of the City Gardens with visitors.

Ethel had been a volunteer at Expo 88 and when she saw the advertisement for volunteers for the City Gardens, she was quick to apply. “I have such wonderful childhood memories of exciting excursions into the City Gardens from ‘remote’ Sunnybank, roaring around the gardens on the grass - so soft and luxurious for a bush-kid! I can

still see my probably exhausted mother sitting under the giant fig tree near the Walter Hill Fountain telling us kids to come back to her every so often from our exploits.”

At her interview Ethel recalls being asked if she was willing to make a long-term commitment.

Ethel drew herself up and definitively replied ‘I don’t do anything without it being a commitment’.

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Weekend live band performances

All performances at the Incinerator Theatre, Burley Griffin Drive, Ipswich More info and tickets are available online at www.ipswichlittletheatre.com.au or phone or book in person at the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre 3281 0555

By Special arrangement with Origin Theatrical on behalf of Samnuel French Ltd.

SOAK up the winter warmth in Brisbane parks to enjoy live band performances. Suitable for the whole family, enjoy relaxed music as part of your weekend.

Sunday 19 October - Brisbane City Temple Salvation Army Band celebrates great anthems and contemporary hymns from 2pm-3pm at Brisbane City Temple, Brisbane.

- Brisbane Symphonic Band features marches including Liberty Bell, March Pasha and Stars and Stripes Forever from 3pm-4pm at New Farm Park, New Farm.

Saturday 25 October - Queensland State Heritage Band and Drums play a selection including the theme of Ghostbusters as the Manly Halloween Street Parade make their way down Cambridge Parade from 6pm-7pm at Manly Harbour Village, Manly.

- Rivercity Steelband entertain with calypso, reggae, soca and other Caribbean style rhythms from 2pm-3pm at Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks.

- Ormiston Heritage Pipes

and Drums play a mixture of modern and traditional pipe music from 11am12noon at McPherson Park, Bracken Ridge.

Saturday 1 November Yellow Cabs Bayside Brass entertains with music from the movies from 5.30pm-6.30pm at Little Bayside Park, Manly.

Sunday 2 November - Amadeus Orchestra presents classical music favourites from 10.30am11.30am at Old Government House, QUT Gardens Point Campus.

- Windsor Brass entertains with favourites from The Lion King, Mary Poppins, The Muppets and Pirates of the Caribbean from 2pm-3pm at Captain Burke Park, Kangaroo Point.

years of enthusiastic guiding in the City Gardens. What these ambassadors for the city have in common is a love of plants and the City Botanic Gardens and a deep desire to share this City Oasis with local Brisbane residents and visitors from all over the world.

Friendly, relaxed free guided walks are available Monday to Saturday 11am and 1pm. Meet at the information Kiosk near the Alice St entrance.

For more information phone 3403 8888.

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Soaring Eagles Reunion ST Columban’s College had a long and rich history. All past students are cordially invited to attend our annual Soaring Eagles Celebration. Bring your classmates and make it a night to remember! 17th October 2014 from 6 to 9 pm. The Irish Club, Elizabeth Street, Brisbane $25 per head. (includes finger food, beer, wine and soft drink). For catering purposes RSVP to events@stc.qld.edu.au Page 38 - Brisbane Seniors - October 2014

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ware when printing whilst ink is low or depleted; issues with synching Apple devices with Windows 8; browser hijacking; malware intrusion; telephone scams and browser incompatibility issues. Full day training sessions for volunteer mentors are run twice a year. Professional speakers and technology experts update existing mentors on

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new technology, security issues and scams and other topics of interest so that information given to learners during home tuition is accurate and current. With affordable devices and high quality digital cameras available in mobile phones, there has been a great demand for help on using this technology. Many users now use mobile phones for capturing photographs and video. Also with the increased use of iPads and their portability and affordability, mentors who can teach any operating

West End Festival ENJOY a family-friendly carnival atmosphere at West End Festival, held on Saturday, 11 October from 11am until 10pm. The West End Festival, drawing on a rich history of communityorganised events in our suburb, aims to become one of Australia’s premier community led celebrations. The Festival celebrates and promotes the vibrant and diverse West End community in the original spirit that fostered the Boundary Street Festival (1986 - 2004). Come down to Boundary Street to celebrate the vibrant and diverse West End community. Enjoy street parades, street food, circus performers, children’s workshops, community stalls and a showcase of local shops, venues, restaurants and cafés.

system or device including Brisbane Seniors Online or mentor or learner, contact 6983 or Windows, Androids, how to join as a volunteer the central office on 3210 www.bsol.asn.au Apple/Mac, iPads and tablets are most welcome to join as volunteers. Digital and video photography groups as well as two Apple groups operate in the BSOL Central Training facility and these supplement any computer and internet training learners receive in their home lessons. Excursions to various places of interest across Brisbane where photos and video are taken are shown at a subsequent meeting for appraisal. For more information about

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Cavendish Road High School 50 Year Reunion If you were in Senior in 1964, come and join us at the school hall for lunch 9.30am-3.30pm. on Sunday 2nd November, 2014. A chance to share memories with past students and teachers.

For more information and to register, contact cavroad50@gmail.com, visit www.cavroad50.weebly.com or phone 3394 0790.

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Terry Green, Bill Kane, Charles Achilles, Ray Spring, Colin Waite

ROCHEDALE/Springwood National Seniors members enjoyed an address by Beenleigh National Servicemen’s President Colin Waite and Vice-president Terry Green at the well supported meeting held on Wednesday 17 September.

Many memories came

flooding back during the meeting for President Charles Achilles and members Ray Spring and Bill Kane who served time as National Servicemen when the scheme operated between 1951 and 1972. In all a total of 287,000 young Australian men were called

up in two separate schemes for compulsory training in the Navy, Army and Air Force. Of them 212 died on active service in Borneo and Vietnam.

Members will enjoy a visit to Lillydale Host Farm Rathdowney as a September tour. Nestled in the

foothills of mount Barney with its scenic views the Hardgrave family have resided on this property for over forty years. Visitors will be take part in “getting up close” and feeding the animals before enjoying a home cooked 2 course meal in the farm-

house. October’s guest speaker will be from the P.C.Y.C. Beenleigh informing the branch about “Braking the Cycle” program. This is designed to help people between the ages of 16-25 who have a Learners Licence and are struggling to complete their logbook hours. Braking the Cycle will match the young person with a volunteer who will supervise them for their P Licence. October’s tour will take in a guided visit to both St John’s and St Stephen’s Cathedrals after a morning tea break at Roma Street Gardens.

Lunch will be enjoyed at the Pineapple hotel. Information Charles 3208 2387.

Logan River & District Family History welcomes Lady Teviot THE Logan River and District Family History Society has the privilege to announce that Lady Teviot is coming to do three talks at the Kingston Butter Factory on Thursday 27th November 2014 between 10.00am to 2.00pm. Only being a small Family History Society this is somewhat of a honour for us to be chosen by Lady Teviot to hold her talks at.

Lady Teviot has been involved with Family History Research for over 40 years and is a Professional Genealogist and runs her own company called “Census Searches Ltd” which

undertakes research into family history, probate records and media research. Lady Teviot has also featured in the second and third series of the UK program “Heir Hunters” on BBC1 television. Lady Teviot has lectured and fulfilled media engagements in Australia (including Good Morning Australia), New Zealand, Canada, USA and South Africa.

Lady Teviot has been a member of the Executive Committee of the Federation of Family History Societies, including International Liaison Officer from 1995 to 2001 when she became the

President of the Federation of Family History Societies until 2011. She is now a life Vice President. Other appointments include a member of the Council of British Records Association from 1998 to 2000. The three talks that Lady Teviot will undertake are: Talk 1) “The Parish Registers”. Talk 2) “The Parish Chest”. Talk 3) “Workhouses”.

Each talk will be of approximately forty minutes and there will be time to ask questions.

For the cost and booking contact the society on 3808 6537 or Graham Popple on 3200 6141.

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OUR August Coach Trip was a real treat - with a delicious morning tea at Pohlman’s Nursery, followed by a miniature train trip, with a very informative commentary, around their extensive nursery. We were blown away with the large variety of beautiful plants. Many plant purchases were made on the day. A very nice lunch followed at the Royal Hotel in Gatton.

In September our coach trip will be James Herbest’s tour “Food, Farm andFactory”. It includes morning tea, at the Beenleigh Lady Quilters and touring; a Chocolate Factory, a Deli, Oz Clean, VIP Pet Foods, with lunch at the historic Gem Hotel at Alberton. Then

continuing on to Gold Coast Tiger Prawns, Rocky Point Mulching and lastly Yellowwood Mountain Farms, to purchase yet more local produce. Our newly elected Committee is now up and running and are already making early preparations for the Festive Season. A warm welcome is extended to visitors and intending members, just pick up the phone and contact Bev or Ron on 3809 0697 or 0402 094 887. We meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Greenbank RSL, at 10am for morning tea followed by our meeting. Coach trips are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month, leaving from Greenbank RSL.

The role of carers in Ipswich to be recognised at special park event

IPSWICH City Council will shine a spotlight on carers during a special recognition day at North Ipswich next month.

Youth and Seniors Committee Acting Chairperson Councillor Victor Attwood said council would support Carers Qld in hosting Take a Break – A Festival for Carers event from 10am to 1pm on October 16 at Browns Park, Downs St, North Ipswich in recognition of Carers’ Week 2014.

Cr Attwood said Carers’ Week would be held across Queensland annually from October 12 to 18 to celebrate, honour and thank carers and their contribution to society.

“Across Australia carers are providing unpaid care and support for a family member or friend with a disability, mental illness or disorder, chronic condition, terminal illness or who is frail,” he said.

“Carers’ Week is not just about celebration, it also provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the obstacles and barriers faced by carers and encourage discussion on emerging needs and issues.

“This important week has continued to grow each year as a reflection of the increasing recognition of carers and the vital role they play in our community.

“The theme for this year is Take a Break for

Carers which provides an opportunity for the broader community to take time out and learn about carers and the issues they face.”

Cr Attwood said unpaid carers came from all walks of life with a diverse range of needs and could come into their caring responsibilities at any stage throughout their life.

He said council will partner this year with Carers’ Queensland to provide an event to honour and celebrate local carers, with specific emphasis on engaging local indigenous elders.

“This day will provide carers with the opportunity to take a break with other carers whilst celebrating the power of reconciliation with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community through indigenous health providers.

“The open space activity will feature opportunities for sport within disability and echo the sounds of song, dance, art, story and poetry.

“The event will also provide carers with a day out to relax, be entertained while also having the chance to link in with new services and chat to service providers.

“Carers Week supports Ipswich City Council’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for carers and supports their value as important and contributing members of our community.

“Inquiries about the week can be directed to Carers Qld on (07) 3202 1852.

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dent n e p e d In g in y a t S and Nutrition & physical activity, the center of our health

HEALTHOLOGY Integrated Health Services is a team of exercise physiologists and dietitians who work together to provide a professional, friendly and supportive service to better the health

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Together as a multidisciplinary team, our health professional’s work coherently to provide a program that can benefit the holistic health needs through specific nutrition

and physical activity.

Our exercise physiologists are qualified health professionals who specialise in the delivery of exercise and rehabilitation programs for the prevention and management of

chronic diseases and injuries. Exercise programs are individualised and specific to injury or chronic condition and to the client’s physical capabilities. We offer one-on-one consultations, hydro-

therapy, home visits and group classes (falls prevention, seniors).

Our accredited practicing dietitians offer professional advice to assist with the understanding of the relationship between food and health to prevent and treat disease, such as those listed above. Consultations generally involve collecting and assessing information relating to health and nutritional status, identifying goals, developing plans and strategies to achieve health goals.

Some of the chronic conditions and injuries our programs treat include but are not limited to: Heart disease, lung disease, diabetes and pre-diabetes, arthritis, joint replacements, chronic pain, PTSD, alzheimer’s disease, parkinson’s disease, cancer and more.

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Solace Grief Support THIS group provides support and social outings for widows, widowers and partners after the death of their loved ones. The group meets on the first and third Monday of each month at Chermside Library from 1pm.Please phone Charles on 3263 9121.

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SO many over 50s have been discovering the benefits of the Chermside Healthy Connections Exercise Clinic, that Burnie Brae has opened another Clinic in Brisbane’s western suburbs. The new Clinic in 215 Moggill Road, Taringa offers quality equipment and the same excellent supervision provided in its origi-

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The Australian distributor, Tess Rowley, a well known author of children’s books, is excited about her new venture.

She has already visited some retirement villages and is available to speak to groups and demonstrate the Aircycle.

Tess can be contacted on 0412 329 450 or by emailing aircycle.au @gmail.com The Aircycle keeps you moving while you watch TV, chat on the phone, or sit at your office desk.

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Coffee, cats and iPhones rob Australians of good sleep U N C O M F O RTA B L E pyjamas, a late night whisky and whining pets are stopping hundreds of Australians from getting the good night’s sleep they need, sleep experts warn. The bedroom should be a sanctuary for sleep but specialists at the Sleep Health Foundation say young and old alike are forgetting the most basic rules of a healthy night’s rest.

“Great sleep relies on a quiet room, a relaxed mind and a comfortable bed,” Professor Dorothy Bruck, Sleep Psychologist at the Sleep Health Foundation.

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how many people ignore these important guidelines and snuggle up with their iPhone in their overheated bedroom after drinking too many glasses of wine.” Sleep is a pillar of good health alongside exercise and nutrition, but many people take it for granted, not realising how much the quantity and the quality of their shut-eye effects how they feel in their waking hours.

Studies show that over 1.2 million Australians experience sleep disorders like insomnia, costing the economy more than $10 billion annually. To stress the importance of good sleep, the foundation’s sleep experts are giving advice on how to sleep proof the bedroom. Prof Bruck says simple tips like dimming the lights an hour before sleep or removing the cat from the bed can vastly improve a person’s chance of a good night’s sleep. “One of the most important aspects of this is keeping

technology out of the bedroom,” she says. “We strongly suggest keeping your phone on silent or better still, in another room while you sleep so you’re not tempted to check it.” Having the TV in your bedroom and using it to help fall asleep is also bad news, as you lose the ability to doze off on your own when you wake up during the night. Specialists urge people to check there are no other potential disturbances, like a bright clock, snoring partner or stimulant drink to hinder sleep.

The Sleep Health Foundation has developed a 10-point checklist so people can test out how sleep-friendly their room is. “Some might be surprised to learn that their bedroom is not the sleep sanctuary they think it is,” Prof Bruck said.

“Thankfully we’ve got lots of simple tips to get them snoozing well in no time.” Visit www.sleep healthfoundation.org.au

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IN August Go See Touring held the inaugural Convict’s Cup Croquet Tournament on Norfolk Island. Croquet players from around Australia were invited to travel to the island for a week of croquet fun and have fun they did.

The social tournament was a golf croquet match and players were paired ‘randomly’ with novice players being teamed up with those who were more experienced.

In all 64 players participated in the event and a huge congratulations goes out to the winners Gordon Giles from Victoria Point in QLD and Nanette Meredith from Leongatha in VIC. The history of sports on the island goes back to the Second Settlement (1825 – 1856) when sports were played by the military and free settlers on the Kingston Oval.

The field today is home to football and cricket matches and is the oldest pitch in the Southern hemisphere still in use.

Norfolk Island doesn’t have any croquet lawns as such so much preparation work was done to the Kingston Oval to

make it suitable for the event. Our players came from as far South as Geelong and as far north as Bundaberg and as well as playing croquet our group had time to explore on their own, shop til they dropped and also enjoy BBQ’s, Island Fish Fries, Breakfast Bush Walks and more.

Go See Touring plans to make the Convict’s Cup an annual event and the next tournament is planned for June 2015.

Next year players from New Zealand are also invited. There are also plans in place for a week’s touring in New Zealand in November 2015 with the best sites of the South Island being combined with some social croquet activity with some of our Kiwi cousins.

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So much to see and do at Charleville IN SEPTEMBER 2013, I took my great-grandchildren are Kayeeshia (9) and William (8) by the overnight train to Charleville. Kayeeshia is interested in photography, and William’s interest is astronomy. Charleville has an amazing Cosmos Centre and Observatory, which is also the Information Centre, at the edge of town. I rely on an electric mobility scooter to get around, so I phoned for a wheelchair-friendly taxi to take us to the Cosmos Centre. It was so interesting watching a film

and being shown what “falling stars” are, even holding one in our hands. We booked for the night sky experience, looking through very strong telescopes. That was terrific – you could say “out of this world”. The next morning we had booked to go to the tag-along tour of the WW2 USA Base ruins (you should have seen the look on the face of the lead vehicle driver when she thought I was going to participate on my scooter!) We didn’t have a vehicle for the tag-along, and it was of interest to the children so I’d asked three months earlier if we could go in the lead vehicle, and the answer was “yes”. The children got out at each stop, and took in the information with enthusiasm. They have grown up around WW2 vehicles and aircraft, their Poppy and Grandma’s interest. Friday we went to the Historic House Museum. The out-buildings and machinery are a photographer’s joy. The displays inside were so extensive and well set out, but the icing on the cake was when George, a volunteer, played three tunes on the Auto Harp for a group of us visitors. Kayeeshia and William watched in awe.Charleville has so many living treasures, there was so much more yet to see, so we’ll be back.

Mrs Pamellia-Ann Abel

Travelling through Outback Aus

Grey Nomad Blue sky searcher, Urchin drifter, Carefree sifter, Sifting sands Of timeless lands.

Contributed by G. Watts

I saw this notice on a hotel door.

Minimum dress stand ard SINGLET SHORTS THONGS (The MINIMUM dress requirements struck me because in most hotels and clu bs these clothes are outlawed!)

Reading further was ca use for consternation: SHOOTERS HEALTH REGULATIONS Require that all perso ns entering the premi ses REMOVE ALL TRACES of your occupation.

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Aussie retirees set out to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro summit in Africa

THE dream of every adventurer is to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro’s summit and stand on the roof of Africa. This is the highest mountain in Africa and the tallest freestanding mountain known to man. It is a mountain where you can hike for more than 50 km, gain 4000 meters in altitude, traverse rainforest, moorland, alpine desert, snow fields and ice cliffs, all virtually on the equator. About 22,000 climbers set out every year to conquer the Mount Kilimanjaro peak in Tanzania.

Now 12 Australian trekkers from Port Lincoln, SA, are attempting to become the oldest group to conquer the mountain. Share The Eyre Peninsula adventurers, aged between 60 and 78, flew to Zimbabwe last Page 48 - Brisbane Seniors - October 2014

month, the culmination of many months of training, in what is a first-of-its-kind fitness program for older community members.

“I looked into exercises for people of our age group, between 60 and 80, and there didn’t seem to be anything available, so I came up with this crazy idea,” said 77-year-old Christine Jenner. In charge of the primary health care portfolio for the Port Lincoln Health Advisory Council, Christine has worked to turn her ‘light bulb idea’ into a reality. “We started training 18 months ago.

Nearly all of my participants hadn’t done very much exercise at all in the past. When they started the training program. These retirees would just walk about a kilometre, then gradually this distance grew and a gym

program led by a personal trainer was introduced.”

As their walking distances have increased, the brightly t-shirted group has become a familiar sight around Port Lincoln, receiving frequent supportive car honks from passersby. Now after a year of training, these adventurers are ready to take on Mount Kilimanjaro. “Over a nine-day period, we will be walking 91 km, in stages of course,” Christine Jenner said. On the first day they will be walking 7 km, building up to 32 and 15 km on the final days.

“On that second to last day where we do the 32 km, we start our trek at midnight, and we arrive at the summit at sunrise where we can see the curvature of the earth,” Christine

said. The mountain climb will take them through four very different landscapes, from rainforest areas, to grassy moorlands, dense growth and up to the alpine summit. The trek has been especially designed to suit their uniquely-aged climbing group. “We will only have to carry our day packs,” Christine said.

“For the 12 of us we have 51 porters, so really we have people doing the heavy yards for us.” Even with some assistance, reaching the peak will be a challenge.

“It’s probably going to be the hardest thing that any of us have ever done. We will be walking up hills every day. And we will only be breathing half the air we breathe in Port Lincoln, so coping with that’s going to be our biggest challenge.”

But these fit retirees have little doubt they can make the mountain top.

“We’re determined that unless the altitude sickness gets us we will definitely make the top, because we certainly are fit enough to do that.”

Adventurous Seniors Newspaper readers should talk to their travel agent about a Tanzania holiday safari and a visit to Mount Kilimanjaro. They’ll tell you how to do it the tough way and the easy way. Either way it’s an incredible experience.

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The Stunning Heartland of New Zealand

and across to Greymouth on the wild West Coast. From here, pick up your rental car and make your way down to Dunedin, taking in the alpine scenery, before taking a cruise on Milford

Sound.

Contact your local Travellers Choice consultant on 1300 78 78 58 or visit www.travellers choice.com.au to book your Kirra Holidays New Zealand escape today.

ATTENTION ALL COACH TRAVELLERS

ADELAIDE EXPLORER Great Ocean Road, Kangaroo Island, Murray River, Barossa Valley, Glenelg & Victor Harbour

$2,850 16 days 8th - 23rd March 2015

Fare includes: Motel, All Dinners, Breakfasts, All Admissions, Murray River Boat Cruise and Morning Tea, Kangaroo Island Touring, Barossa Winery Tour, Haig’s Chocolate Maker, Hay Pow & International Centre, plus much more!

NEW Zealand is a country filled with incredible gems that will strike awe into even the most intrepid of visitors, making it an unbelievably rewarding holiday experience. A stunning heartland of Maori Culture and history, this natural landscape is a patchwork of soaring Alps, immense glaciers and sandy beaches.

Imagine waking each morning to a view over the ocean or Alps, watching the time slide

away as you let the road take you wherever it leads with a 7 Day Summer Motorhome Package.

If you prefer a little more structure to your holiday and the stressfree option of having all accommodation and sightseeing pre-booked in advance, then a selfdrive journey is the option for you. Discover the spectacular Coromandel Peninsula on New Zealand’s North Island, with a 6 Day Coromandel Coast

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Self-Drive. Beginning in Auckland, this package takes you on a journey around the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula and its golden sand beaches.

For those interested in rail travel, the 14 Day Auckland to Christchurch Adventure allows you to combine self-drive and rail travel to explore New Zealand across two islands.

Beginning in Auckland, board the Northern Explorer Train for the trip down to Wellington.

Cross to the South Island on the Interislander Ferry, and upon arrival, board the Coastal Pacific Train for your journey through to Christchurch.

Next, board the TranzAlpine Train, known as one of the most spectacular train journeys in the world.

Travel through the heart of the Southern Alps

Sunshine Coast, Caboolture, Redcliffe, Brisbane Metro Area, Redlands, Gold Coast, Tweed Heads, Banora Pt, Kingscliff

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Freak Street revisited

By PHIL HAWKES FORTY years ago.

Kathmandu. Exotic, neurotic. Freak St., Durbar Square, Pie Alley. The Camp Hotel. Dylan and headbands. Hash candy and ganga pie.

Embroidered Afghan sheepskin jackets.

Battered VW vans arriving overland from Europe. The daily DC3 coming from Patna. And, to escape, the back of a truck bound for the Indian border, 8 hours away.

Then, the travellers. Real travellers, genuine pioneers. “Hippy, hippy” cried the children.

“Come my place, good stuff” insinuated the older ones. “Change money, good rate” muttered the shopkeepers. Through it all, the passing parade. Kennedy’s children. A time for changing the world; changing one’s self. Self discovery amongst a movable commune, caught between Est and yoga, between Erhard and Rajneesh. A remarkable town, a remarkable time.

Thankfully, the fundamentals haven’t changed.

But we have. The children of a different era. A time of designer jeans and Reeboks, of more assured minds and spirits, of Empowerment seminars. White water rafting and trekking and

BYWAYS COACH TOURS are pleased to advise our tour patrons that the latest issue of our

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Swayambhunath Temple insurance policies. A GPS phone.

The pursuit of style and a global identity; taking time out from an MBA. Not so much the naïve idealism of the Peace Corps, but the orchestrated business break. The certainty of getting back to it all; a computerised reservation. Kantipath giving way to a career path. The Grateful Dead transformed into the gracious living.

But the moon still rises high over the Himalayas. Nagarkot still welcomes the first rays of daylight. And the temples continue to go about their ancient business, third eye watchful as ever.

Kathmandu is still what you make of it, what you want it to be.

Relive your travels in the 60s and 70s

will be sent to ALL persons on our mailing list during OCTOBER. BYWAYS sincerely apologises for the delay.

The NEW Tour Catalogue will cover tours up to EASTER 2015.

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8 Day Holiday Tour – Departing 21st December

Travel along the Coastal Route to Taree before heading inland to Krambach, Gloucester, Heatherbrae and the Hunter Valley.

Enjoy a pre-Christmas Dinner at the Hunter Valley Gardens and the Christmas Lights Spectacular.

Tour along the Central Coast and stay at delightful Gosford (3 nights).

A feast of fine food on Christmas Day at the Gosford RSL Club.

The fabulous TOUR HIGHLIGHT on Boxing Day as you enjoy all the excitement of the start of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race on Sydney Harbour aboard your own exclusively chartered vessel featuring large outdoor viewing decks and superb buffet lunch.

A relaxing 2 day coach ride back to Brisbane on an interesting route through the Upper Hunter Valley and along the Highways and Byways of the New England region.

All Inclusive Fare includes taxi pick up and return from your home (nominated areas around Brisbane and surrounding districts), all meals, all attractions, 5 star coach travel, quality motel accommodation and much more.

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IT’S been said that if you remember the 60s then you weren’t there. But if you grew up in the 60s and 70s and were into backpacking, there is actually a whole lot to remember. We were creative and intrepid and we had virtually no money but we saw a lot of the world. Some of us went overland from London through Afghanistan to India and on to Australia. We slept on the beaches or café rooftops in Greece, or worked on a kibbutz in Israel.We came of age in the 60s and 70s; we were rebellious and restless, we hitchhiked or bought an old campervan and threw an extra pair of jeans in a backpack and just took off, usually with no real plans.

We would love you to share your early travelling days with our readers. So send in your backpacking stories (limit 150 words) and photos of your early travels and relive those heady, magical days. Mail them to ‘Relive your travels’, Brisbane Seniors Newspaper, PO Box 1062, Tewantin, Q 4565.

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TRAVEL tip EVEN if you don’t intend to drive when you travel overseas you should always carry an International Driving Permit.

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a requirement for renting a motor vehicle in many countries and is helpful for tourists who find themselves in need of identification or assistance.The Permit is not a stand alone document or a substitute for a valid driving licence - you must carry your Australian state/ territory licence with your IDP at all times if you wish to drive overseas.

Even if you don’t intend driving when you travel overseas, carrying an International Driving Permit can be helpful as an extra form of identification. They are officially sanctioned by the United Nations and accepted worldwide (in over 150 countries) as a recognisable form of identification.

A permit can be very useful if you are ever asked to surrender your passport, which can happen under certain circumstances in some countries.

If you have a current Australian drivinglicence an IDP can be issued from selected RACQ branches (both RACQ members and non-members) for $39.

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BUDGET or BOUTIQUE WHERE: LONGREACH LONGREACH,, Qld T: Gateway to the Outback WHAT WHA WHY WHY:: Australian Stockmans Hall of Fame, Qantas Founders Museum, Great Outback experiences

BONUS: Fly from Brisbane in 2 hours 20 minutes

BUDGET EA T EAT The Woolshed restaurant – Thai from $10.

SLEEP Longreach Tourist Park unpowered paddock site $26 per night or bamboo hut for two $98 per night.

DO Learn about outback weather forecasting and help launch a weather balloon at the Longreach Bureau of Meterology, head to Iningai Nature Reserve for bird watching, drive to Starlight’s Lookout (4wd recommended) for legendary views.

BOUTIQUE EA T EAT Harry’s Restaurant – Local wild barramundi $30, Moet champagne $110.

SLEEP Coopers on Cassowary– price on application.

Modern, self-contained three bedroom cottage with private, shady garden. Centrally located only a short walk to the town centre.

DO QANTAS Museum platinum package $155 per person, includes a personal guide and VIP toursof 707 and 747 jets with wing walks, access to the flight deck and restricted areas, and souvenir photograph.Sunset paddleboat river cruise with two-course dinner and show, seniors $85 per person.

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A travel network created by women for women

GREAT rock icon of the 80’s Annie Lennox couldn’t have said it better when she was penning her lyrics to her legendry rock anthem “Sisters Are Doin’ It For Themselves” the mantra behind the new online business venture “Broads Abroad Travel Network” the brainchild of Australian psychologist and artist Mandy Rowe.

After spending two years in the UK, then seven years in Saudi Arabia, Mandy returned with her RAAF pilot husband and two children to establish a boutique bed & breakfast on an idyllic property in rural Australia.

Mandy’s free spirit and love for adventure found her captivated and intrigued by the ancient Bedouin tradition of offering unconditional hospitality to desert wanderers for a maximum of three days: her inspiration to start a network of free beds around the world. From this Broads Abroad Travel Network was born.

Broads Abroad Travel Network is a femaleonly online membershipbased social network listing opportunities for members to visit and/or stay with women around the world.

The Travel Network has been designed as a “sisterhood” to foster friendships between women worldwide, who are willing and able to provide free accommodation for up to 3 day for short visits on a reciprocal basis.

Mandy said “We see this as a way to help meet the needs of independent minded women wishing to travel to locations where they lack sufficient friends, family or personal contacts. Through the network they will find like minded women with matching interests who can provide suitable accommodation, time for fun or just a friendly face with bags of local knowledge when they first arrive in an unchartered location.”

The Network will simplify and give greater

women travelers, whether they be businesspeople with a few days to explore a city at the end of a conference, women travelling with partners but wanting some “me” time while their significant other indulges an unshared passion, or just gals who want to interact with other like-minded individuals in a semistructured setting: they English is the first philosophy and the will have found their language including opportunity it provides spiritual home.

Australia, Canada, New for helping women for Zealand, the USA, the whom travel of any kind Put simply, BATN is set to make travel more is virtually an UK and Ireland. As the affordable and network grows we impossibility. anticipate non-English Rowe said “We envisage attractive to a very large number of potential that carers of sick, speaking countries will end-users jump on board. disabled or elderly A proportion of the net relatives; women whose internationally. It will income raised by Broads financial circumstances revolutionize the way Abroad Travel Network definitely preclude travel women travel. Broads Abroad Travel Network will be used to provide or women considered launched its website on worthy for any genuine short holidays for the 22nd July 2013. women who are in need reason will be of respite. nominated by members Website: www.broads abroad.net or for a Broads Abroad This branch of the Facebook Network is called travel grant.” Broads www.faceb ook.com/ Broads Abroad Abroad will be a BroadsAbroad revolution for solo Philanthropy.

confidence to women planning national and overseas travel and accommodation arrangements in over 1,000 destinations in countries in which

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Every day about

3,000 Euro are thrown into the Trevi Fountain in Rome and collected at night to be given to a charity

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Reserved seat awaits you THE excitement of a day out by steam train commences at Roma St as you go walk along the platform to find your carriage with a reserved seat. It is then a quick walk to the head of the train to inspect the great “Iron Horse” which is simmering away quietly waiting for the grand departure. Final boarding

announcements are made , the guard blows his whistle and waves the green flag and the engine bursts into life with it’s whistle blowing to signal departure and steams out of the platform heading for the day’ destination. Like the sound of the above ?

The Australian Railway Historical Society

(Queensland Division) is now in it’s 57th year of operating rail tours. Over 990 excursions operated by both steam and diesel hauled trains to many destinations in Queensland have been run by the Society since 1957, of course the steam hauled tours are very popular and give passengers a nostalgic

tour in travel of a bygone era – travelling in style in the heritage carriages.

The Glasshouse Mountains area comes alive with the sound of steam on Saturday 25th October - join the steam train from Brisbane to Mooloolah with time to explore the three villages of Glasshouse, Landsborough and Mooloolah.

Looking for an escape to the north? In November we are running a 5 day daylight rail tour from Brisbane to Mareeba on the Atherton Tablelands.

Heritage diesel 1620 will haul this special farewell tour to the Lander series air conditioned carriages which are being withdrawn from traffic later this year. What a great way to see Sunshine Route all the way from Brisbane to Cairns in daylight travel

with overnight stops at Bundaberg, Mackay, Townsville and Cairns.

And of the course the Tablelander continues up the Kuranda Range – great views of country Queensland and coastal scenery from the wide window of an air conditioned train.

Not only will Santa be celebrating the arrival of Christmas - the Australian Railway Historical Qld Divn will celebrate its 1000th tour in December so join Santa aboard the Christmas Excursion on Saturday 6th December.

To book or order a brochure phone our office on 3252 1759 between 10am and 3.00pm Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays. A recorded message operates at other times.

Ray Edser (Tour Manager)

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BOOKiew Rev THE THING ABOUT PRAGUE . . .

How I gave it all up for a new life in Europe’s most idiosyncratic city Rachael Weiss ALLEN & UNWIN $29.99 This is the story of a freewheeling Aussie girl who gives up her life in Sydney to return to Prague, her ancestral home,intending to live there for the rest of her life. In fact, she lasted there for three years before visa restrictions anddisillusionment caused her to leave the country. Even though she is at times exasperated by the petty bureaucracy andcustoms of a country that values beer and potatoes above everything else, and even though she is frustrated by herattempts to master a very difficult language (only spoken by 10 million people), her efforts to engage both socially andromantically with the locals are wonderfully funny. Social embarrassment and mortification rub shoulders with the kindof bureaucratic absurdity that inspired Kafka in former times. The Thing About Prague is a surprising and generous memoir full of warmth and Rachael’s unstoppable sociability.Rachael Weiss is the author of Me, Myself & Prague and co-author of When Will We Get There.

ALL ABOARD FOR A RELAXING JOURNEY

Saturday 25th October GLASSHOUSE COUNTRY FESTIVAL Steam train to Glasshouse Mtns, Mooloolah and Landsborough

Tuesday 4th to Sunday 9th November THE TABLELANDER 5 day daylight rail tour from Brisbane to Mareeba (this tour operates in reverse also 7-13 Nov)

Saturday 6th December SANTA’S SUBURBAN TOUR Join Santa and celebrate the Society’s 1000th Tour

“Book early as seats are limited”

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‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . .

Special event for seniors at BCC and Event Cinemas

BCC and Event Cinemas will host their next Cine Buzz for Seniors event on the 29th of October and will be screening ‘This Is Where I Leave You’ starring Jane Fonda, Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Rose Byrne and Timothy Olyphant.

The film tells the story of a families father who passes away with the four grown siblings forced to return to their childhood home and live under the same roof for a week, along with their over-sharing mother and an assortment of spouses, exes and might-havebeens. Confronting their history and the frayed states of their relationships among the people who know them best, they ultimately reconnect in hysterical and emotionally affecting ways amid the chaos, humour, heartache and redemption that only families can provide-driving us insane even as they remind us of our truest, and often best, selves. It’s a family reunion like no other and a film not-to be missed. This special Cine Buzz for Seniors screening includes a complimentary morning tea

that is hosted before the film.

The cinemas host regular screenings for Cine Buzz for Seniors members that consist of a screening of a new release or pre-release film that shows appeal to this discerning market and a complimentary morning tea with a selection of treats and a tea or coffee. All providing the perfect opportunity for seniors to catch up with friends and enjoy a quality film.

This is just one of the great benefits of the Cine Buzz for Seniors club at BCC and Event Cinemas. The club is free to join for anyone over 60 and allows members to receive $8 tickets to movies every day and also allows members to earn points towards free movies, free breakfasts with eligible stays at Rydges Hotels and resorts and discount tours at Sydney State Theatre.

Seniors can sign up online or join at their local BCC or Event Cinema. Tickets for ‘This Is Where I Leave You’ Cine Buzz for Seniors screening are on sale now at the box office or at eventcinemas.com.au

Marina Prior announces Songbird National Tour and new 3CD boxed set MARINA Prior is renowned for thrilling audiences across the country and is highly regarded as Australia’s leading lady of the theatre stage. On Friday April 4, Marina Prior released a special edition boxed set titled “Songbird” through Fanfare Records which includes a brand new single Songbird written by famed singer/songwriter and Fleetwood Mac keyboardist Christine

McVie, ahead of a national Australian Tour. This special edition three-CD box set bundles her 2013 “Encore” album featuring a collection of Marina’s theatre hits; “Marina Prior Live” recorded at the spectacular Glasshouse Theatre in Port Macquarie; and 2012’s album “Both Sides Now” which showcases a journey of songs from some of the greatest singer/ songwriters and popular

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artists of our time including Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush, Leon Russell, Stephen Stills, The Carpenters, Lennon and McCartney, George Harrison, Maria Muldaur, Billy Fields, The Seekers, Don Mclean, Freddy Mercury, Wendy Matthews and ABBA. “Songbird” will be followed by a national tour kicking off in August which will see the songstress tour to the East and West Coasts of Australia and ending in the Southern State of Tasmania.

The Songbird tour will offer fans a collection of the most loved songs from across Marina’s illustrious career in an intimate performance accompanied by multitalented pianist David Cameron.

Marina Prior is an award winning artist, having won Mo Awards, Green Room Awards and the Advance Australia Award for her contribution to the performing arts. Inducted into Australia’s 100 Entertainers Of The Century and having performed over twenty leading roles in her career so far, Marina has released seven albums including, “Both Sides Now” (2012), “Encore” (2013), “Marina Prior Live” (2013) and more recently “Candlelight Christmas” (2013).

Marina Prior will perform SONGBIRD LIVE IN CONCERT at Redland Performing Arts Centre, Cleveland for one night only on Sunday 2nd November at 8pm. For bookings call the RPAC Box Office on 3829 8131 or visit www.rpac.com.au (booking fees apply).

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‘Let Us Entertain You’ . . .

Floressence 2014 THE Botanical Artists’ Society of Queensland is holding their annual

exhibition, Floressence 2014. Come along on Wednesday

th

November 12 through to Monday 17th November at the Mt. Coot-tha

Botanic Gardens porary Botanical Art will auditorium. Paintings of be on sale along with traditional and contem- very beautiful cards, prints, calendars and bookmarks, which make ideal gifts. A member of BASQ will be demonstrating the detailed work involved in Botanical Art during the exhibition. Entry is only $3 for adults and $2 for concession. Morning and afternoon tea is available. Opening times will be 9am-4pm on Wednesday to Sunday, Monday 9am-12noon. If you would like more information on courses

available or to view to see at Floressence examples of the standard visit our website, of work you will expect www.botanicalartqld.com.au

2014 Best of British and NYE THE “Best of British” is the last of the Queensland Pops Orchestra’s subscription concerts for the year and they have some very special treats install for both the Brisbane and Caloundra audiences.

Aria chart topping vocalist and winner of the 2009 “Australia’s Got Talent” Mark Vincent will bring his powerful young voice to us and demonstrate why he currently has five albums in the top 20 Aria Classic charts.

He will be joined by Elizabeth Lewis who is returning to the Concert Hall stage after her debut at “Best of British” last year and a triumphant appearance at the New Year’s Eve 2013 concert. Also appearing in the Caloundra is soprano Lisa Lockland-Bell and emerging young artist and violinist Nick Russell.

Joining these special guests will be the massed choirs of Mansfield State High School and the QPAC choir.

From these choirs they will also draw an 80 piece male chorus that will bring to life some of the great Welsh songs like Men of Harlech and Cym Rhondda. The QPAC Grand Organ will be used to support the full orchestra and choirs in some of the wonderful coronation and royal wedding music and will feature organist Greg Hartay-Szabo.

A “must see” part of this concert are the dynamic Irish dancers from the Watkins Academy of Irish Dance. Their power, grace and energy will thrill you as they set the QPAC stage alight.

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great if audience members dressed up for this event and make it something very special.

This will be the last concert where Julie-Anne O’Reilly will be the Concertmaster of the Pops and she will be featured as soloists. Julie-Anne has lead the Pops for almost a quarter of a century and it is her leadership, talent and loyalty to the Pops that has provided such amazing artist standards over the last 30 years.

As the end of the year approaches the Pops is delighted to announce that Cherin Lee, the sensational 13 year violinist virtuoso will be performing on the New Year’s Eve concert along with award winning Queensland Pia-

nist Alex Raineri. This will be a night of great music, fun, and quality entertainment that is now emerging as the must have ticket for New Year’s Eve entertainment.

These are normally sold out events so this year there will again be two performance one at 6.30pm and the traditional 9.30pm concert. Both performances finish in time to see the fireworks on the Brisbane River from your vantage point in the QPAC building.

Get in early particularly if you want “Black Tie” tickets for the ultimate New Year’s Eve experience.

For further information phone (07) 3278 1913 or visit: www.qld.pops.com.

Bookings: qpac.com.au.

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community news Figaro and Friends LYRIC Soprano Alison Saunders, Coloratura Soprano Gabbie Jack and golden voiced Bass Baritone Jim Coady, are set to delight the audience with their renditions of Mozart and Rossini arias.

They will be joined by Samford Community Choir and other soloists and accompanied by The Amadeus Orchestra with guest artists Albany Hills Primary Juniors.

The varied program will include music from Mozarts “Marriage of Figaro” and “The Magic Flute”, Rossini’s “Barber of Seville”, the Final Scene from “Hansel & Gretel” and other popular classics and traditional songs concluding with a rousing version of Verdi’s Va Pensiero! Date 26th October, 2014.

Samford Community Hall, School Road, Samford, 2pm ticket at the door $15 full, $10 concession and children under 14 free. Enquiries 3162 1426.

How to grow your share portfolio without really trying WOULD you like your share portfolio to hold more shares in a year’s time than it does today, without you injecting any more funds? It’s possible – and no, I’m not wearing white shoes!

There are three simple ways to achieve this. You can use a company’s Dividend Reinvestment Plan, or take advantage of either a Rights Issue or a Share Purchase Plan.A Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) is just what it says – any dividends due to you are reinvested in the company to purchase more shares. Most of the larger companies allow this – it is advantageous to them as the amount of cash they need to pay out in dividends is reduced.

A DRP is also advantageous to the shareholder, as there is no brokerage involved in the “purchase”, and in many cases the new shares are offered at a discount (generally 1% to 2.5%) to the current share price. If you don’t need the cash dividends to fund your living expenses, a DRP can be a very effective way of increasing your shareholding. A recent example is Woolworths, who paid a 65c dividend on April 24. If you held

1000 Woolworths shares, you could have collected $650 in cash, plus $278.57 in franking credits, or you could have instead used the DRP to have another 18 shares allocated to you, at a price of $35.82 each. This was a discount of $1.92 to the closing price for Woolworths on April 24 of $37.74 – and you still collect the franking credits.

A Rights Issue happens when a company wants to raise capital from its existing shareholder base.

Shareholders are given the right to apply for shares, usually at a price slightly below the current market price, and representing a fixed proportion of the current holding.

Sometimes the rights issue is made as a sweetener to shareholders, because another shareholder (often an institution) has been allocated a large number of shares at a discounted price, and smaller shareholders are then offered shares at the same price, in the interests of equity. The secret here is to sell enough of your existing holding to give you the funds to take up your entitlement under the rights issue. As long as you need sell fewer shares than your entitle-

ment, your holding will increase.

A recent example is Generation Healthcare, who made a 2-for-7 rights issue at $1.20 when the shareprice was $1.32. If you held 20,000 shares, then you would have been entitled to purchase 5714 new shares at a total cost of $6856.80 (no brokerage is charged on the new shares). So if you sold 5217 shares at $1.32, the proceeds would have paid for your brokerage on the sale, and the cost of your new shares – and your total shareholding would have increased by 497 shares – effectively free.

A Share Purchase Plan (SPP) is similar to a rights issue, but shares are sold in round dollar amounts (up to a maximum of $15,000 per shareholder) rather than as a proportion of your existing holding. Again, the idea is to sell enough of your existing holding to buy more shares than you sold.

Whereas a rights issue provides a shareholder with a guaranteed number of shares, an SPP can sometimes be scaled back if it proves too popular, because the company does not want to raise more capital than it requires at the time. So there is always the chance that, having sold shares to raise the funds for the SPP, you end up with fewer shares in total, and the balance in cash.

A recent example is Spark Infrastructure, which ran a SPP in June to raise $40m. Shares were offered at $1.76 when the market price was around $1.82, and after receiving applications for slightly more than $40m, Spark elected to allot all shareholders the number of shares requested, rather than scale back applications to exactly $40m. Had you held 20,000 shares and applied for the maximum $15,000 allocation, you could have sold 8,236 shares

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and received 8,500 new shares, for a net increase in your holding of 264 free shares.

To take advantage of any of these ideas, all you as a shareholder need to do is keep abreast of the companies you have invested in by watching their announcements – and then strike when the right situation arises.

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AS Dennis Hutton of Sunnybank correctly points out that on page 40 of the September edition of the Brisbane Seniors Newspaper, an editorial titled “Perils of Bourke” repeated the beginning of the article twice i.e. “Like all Grey Nomads we received countless warnings - Don’t go to Bourke” etc. Our apologies to those readers who were most probably confused.

Dennis however, took a light-hearted approach and contributed to us his humorous cartoon and noted quite correctly that even a newspaper is capable of a “Seniors Moment”!

Thank you Dennis for your contribution.

Only ONE FREE FOR SALE classified allowed per person per month. No other sorts of Classifieds, ie: Wanted adverts will be accepted. The publisher reserves the right to decline, edit and reduce the number of classifieds appearing due to space available in the newspaper. Due to these space constraints sometimes not all adverts will appear in the one month, but will be placed in the following month.

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Items for sale must not exceed $500.

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community news Seniors Twospeed Crossword

Straight Clues ACROSS 6 Hill climber 9 Consumes 10 Took to the air 11 Amuse 12 Cutting 13 Horse stables 15 Lift with effort 17 Former singing group 18 A cocktail 19 Depend 20 Diminutive suffix 22 Revoke an order

DOWN 1 Type of dog 2 Greek letter 3 Call on 4 Jeer at speech 5 Stop 7 Efts 8 State as cause 13 Copies 14 Shelled fruit 15 Women’s quarters 16 As a cat 17 Aids 21 Attempt

Word Trivia Uropyoureter, at 12 lettters long, is the longest word that can be typed using only those letters on the top row of a typewriter. Some 11 letter words are: proprietory , proterotype and rupturewort.

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Brain Fodder Each child in a family has at least 2 brothers and 4 sisters. What is the smallest number of children the family might have?

Life as a retiree • For retired people how many days in a week are there?

6 Saturdays, 1 Sunday • When is a retiree’s bedtime?

Three hours after he falls asleep on the couch.

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• What’s the biggest gripe of retirees?

There is not enough time to get everything done.

• Why don’t retirees mind being called Seniors?

The term comes with a 10% percent discount.

• Among retirees what is considered formal attire?

Tied shoes and with their teeth in.

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20 Suffragette’s finishing part is shortening suffix 22 Call back order from shop table fellow first delivered

DOWN 1 Some miner has no right to a dog 2 Letter in the talk of Greece 3 Call on six to take a seat 4 Partly check lewd speech to harass a speaker 5 One right with the others put in custody 7 Salamanders strewn around without right 8 Characteristic of a token testimonial 13 Little girl catches both ends for copies 14 Shade of brown, edible hard-shelled fruit 15 Run fast before male in women’s part of Moslem palace 16 Feel in replacement of cats 17 Helps commit crime as wager retained 21 Even parts of stormy rugby score

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• Why are retirees so slow to clean out the basement, attic or garage?

They know that as soon as they do, one of their adult kids will want to store stuff there.

• What is the best way to describe retirement?

The never ending coffee break.

• What do you do all week?

Monday to Friday- nothing. Saturday and Sunday I rest!

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• Old age is when former classmates are so grey and wrinkled and bald, they don’t recognise you.

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BRISBANE’S favourite lunchtime concerts are on every Tuesday from midday until 1pm at Main Auditorium, Brisbane City Hall. Brighten your week with a onehour performance of world music, classical, jazz or swing and enjoy world-class soloists. Be part of the longest running concert series in Australia, a much-loved Brisbane tradition. No bookings are required for this event. Doors open 30 minutes before each performance.

7 October - Join the talented musical theatre students from Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University as they sing and dance some of today’s popular musicals.

14 October - Wendy Murray and Hot Mambo, Brisbane’s premier jazz line-up, present a selection of warm love songs from the golden jazz era.

21 October - From the Argentine tango and wild European gypsy jazz to the fire and subtlety of flamenco music and dance, Saruzu’s internationally acclaimed performances are spell-bindingly beautiful.

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