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Join the fun, and win big THIS month we present your Seniors Week liftout. It’s the time of the year when the light is shone on all things seniors and you will find a great list of activities, products and services in our special feature. A great deal of planning has gone into this week’s celebrations, so I hope you can get out to enjoy some of the events. It’s also time to announce another big event. Seniors News has teamed up with Palm Lake Resort Villages to offer readers a chance to win a Majestic caravan, valued at $69,990. All it takes is a sense of fun and creativity to be in the draw. You can read all about it on page 15. Our good news includes a story honouring conservationist Jean Coutts and a call for
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volunteers to help the Meals on Wheels service. There’s also plenty of good recycling tips in our regular Live and Let’s Save features. And last, but far from least, is our lead story starring Australian country and folk singer John Williamson. Our page 4 profile shows John is as passionate as ever about issues such as Australia’s own flag and anthem. And as he makes his way to the Gympie Muster, it appears that at 70 years of age he has lost none of his fervour and energy. Enjoy.
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PIECES OF PAST: Marie Bartels is proud of the St Mary's Catholic Church Heritage Room. PHOTOS: BONI HOLMES
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MARIE Bartels has been religious in her volunteering at the St Mary’s Catholic Church for many years. The past 10 years she has given hours willingly to help keep the doors open to the church’s Heritage Room. The small museum is home to a number of artefacts dating back to the church’s consecration in 1885. The Heritage Room in St Mary’s was opened in 1994. During Father Harry Bliss’s term, the church was renovated with a generous $10,000 donation from Mick and Melba Coglan. Miss Bartels said Father Harry moved the priest’s sacristy so before starting his sermons he was able to walk down the aisle with the altar boys to the altar. “Father Harry, along with Terry and Rita Lynch
and Sister Germaine, put their heads together and got all the heritage of the past to be presented to the public,” she said. “They did a lot of research to present it beautifully.” Miss Bartels has been volunteering at the Heritage Room for 21 years. “Last year I had to stop. I got sick,” she said. “But in my 21 years I have met people from all over the world. “The most interesting part of meeting those people was what they had to say about our church and Heritage Room. “There was one guy from England who said not many places have heritage to present like we do.” The dedicated parishioner said the Heritage Room had details about every parish priest. “The history is amazing – people can’t believe the
beauty of it all. “There are photos, chalices, medals, school articles, books and albums.” But as founding member of the Heritage Room committee, Ms Bartels doesn’t take all the credit for its upkeep and preservation. Committee members Rita and Terry Lynch, and John and Del Beck, also spent time researching, updating and refurbishing the Heritage Room in 2005. Del Beck said they had found some extra treasures to display. Every Thursday from 9am–11am two of the 11 committee members will volunteer to open the Heritage Room to the public. “I’ll be on the roster sharing the history with the community and visitors,” Mrs Beck said. “There is a lot of history to share.”
Committee members (back, from left) Delma Beck, John Ogden, Cyril Barbeler, Wendy Lourigan, Karen Cahill, Mary Mulholland, Rita Lynch, (front) John Beck and Maria Bartels.
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Always a Mallee boy John reckons he’s mellowed, but he’s singing same songs AT 70 years old Australian bush balladeer, national treasure and boat rocker John Williamson reckons that, just like most folk his age, he’s mellowed. When it comes to protests in 2016 he says mildly: “I leave that to the younger folks.” Nevertheless, there are qualifiers. He still wants Australia to be a republic and have its own flag. And
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at every concert, the voice of his convictions is expressed through his classic songs with the same fervour and beauty. Take the 1990 lyrics of A Flag of Our Own. “Cause this is Australia and that’s where we’re from. We’re not Yankee side-kicks or second class Poms, And tell the Frogs what they can do with their bomb, Oh we must have a flag of our own.”
On his website he says: “The nature of Australia being represented on our nation’s flag is something I have always been very passionate about, I have dreamed for many years that our nation’s banners celebrate our most important heritage: the nature of our ancient island continent.” While he is sure of the land, he asks us to think about who we are: the words of True Blue – Australia’s unofficial national anthem, asks the questions: “Hey True Blue, is it me or you, is it Mum and Dad, is it a cockatoo, Is it standin’ by your mate when he’s in a fight, Or just Vegemite, True Blue, I’m asking you.” You see, while Williamson is not only a country music musician, he is a folk singer who takes up social issues. A Flag of Our Own saw the RSL ban him for disloyalty to the flag, monarchists have attacked his republican viewpoint. His environmental song Rip Rip Wood Chip upset the logging industry. He believes in marriage equality and reckons country singers need to be grounded in Aussie culture, not American, and he welcomes a diverse Australia and reckons the more mingling the better. He is also a big fundraiser
LEGEND: John Williamson, a folk singer who takes up social issues.
for a variety of causes. In 2016 Williamson, the eldest of five boys, who grew up in Quambatook, in the Mallee district of north-western Victoria, says he still interprets Australia through his unique poetic voice. He states in his newsletter to online fans: “I am writing under a wise old coolibah beside a billabong on the Wilson River on Mt Margaret Station in Western Queensland. “We have two dozen yabbies and still pulling
them in for an entrée tonight.” That has to be vintage John Williamson. The man who not only plays to thousands, but also limited numbers on his own property. Williamson and his wife settled on Springbrook property on the Gold Coast hinterland and for the last two years has hosted the Willoshed Concerts there, with a limited number of tickets. You can see John Williamson at this year’s Gympie Country Music Muster.
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KEY FACTS ❚ Iconic singer- songwriter John Williamson is returning to the Gympie Music Muster to celebrate 35 years of mates, music and making a difference. ❚ He performed at the Muster in 1983 and has performed every second year since. ❚ With an incredibly distinguished career as a songwriter of more than 350 songs and 40 albums, the humble farmer has a lot to celebrate. Throughout his career Williamson has won more accolades than he cares to mention, including: 3 ARIA awards, 4 APRA awards, 8 TSA awards, 8 MO awards and 26 Golden Guitar awards. The ARIA Hall of Fame member has sold more than four million albums in Australia earning numerous gold and platinum records. ❚ Watch for his new single, Aussie Girls, a tribute to Australian sportswomen.
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Joan Coutts dedicated activist BY STICKING to her guns, environmental activist Joan Coutts has left a legacy for future generations which has been cemented as a memorial in Hervey Bay’s ESA Park. Ms Coutts, 88, started fighting for Australian wildlife in the mid-1940s. Her activism spanning seven decades involved animal liberation, the Australian Conservation Foundation, nuclear disarmament and wildlife preservation. During her tenure with the Fraser Coast branch of Wildlife Queensland for more than 18 years, she oversaw significant projects to protect the environment. Some of those included establishment of a turtle rookery at ESA Park, Point Vernon; survival and
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continuation of the bat colony at Tooan Tooan Creek, Pialba; fight to save an historic crow’s ash at Torquay; prevention of the raising of Lenthalls’ Dam; dedicated supporter of the Wildlife Carers and RSPCA; recipient of Margaret Thorsborne Award.
WORK FOR WILDLIFE: Patron of Wildlife Queensland's Hervey Bay branch Joan Coutts has been honoured with a plaque and tree, planted in ESA Park, Point Vernon. With her are Ted Sorensen MP and daughter Rosanne Coutts. PHOTO: VALERIE HORTON
Ms Coutts was recognised with a plaque and a Burdekin plum tree, which was planted at ESA Park. Hervey Bay state member Ted Sorrensen planted the tree. “I have known Joan since 1994 when I was on the council,” Mr Sorrensen said. “The council used their environmental levy to buy up property to secure lovely places in Hervey Bay, including natural
scrub in Booral. “It’s great to have a memorial. Joan has done so much over the years, fought for her beliefs, stuck to her guns and done an awful lot for the community.” John Parsons, of Fraser Coast Micro Bats, said Joan was a really important person for the environment. “We worked together for years. She introduced me to the environment,” Mr Parsons said.
“Go back 13, 14 years we were pulling weeds at Tooan Creek. “Joan always encouraged people to learn, educate themselves. “She wouldn’t tell people what they were doing wrong, she would tell them why.” Ms Coutts was brought from her new home in Lismore to attend the planting ceremony. She said she was happy to visit the people who
had helped her raise awareness for the endangered wildlife on the Fraser Coast. “Now that I’m away from the area, it’s good to know that it’s in good hands,” she said. “I wouldn’t have been able to do it without all of the help.” Ms Coutts said she hoped the work she had helped to achieve would encourage others to protect the environment also.
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RIDE FOR KEITH: Keith Nicholls with son Warren. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
KEITH Nicholls spent the last six years of his life travelling around Australia in his motorhome, but it was the Monto district that captured his heart. He fell in love with the picturesque Wuruma Dam and would travel regularly into Monto for his shopping and lunch. He was diagnosed with an aggressive form of lung cancer and, after getting treatment in Brisbane, he
decided it was Monto where he wanted to spend his last moments. Keith spent four weeks in the Monto Hospital palliative care unit before he died, aged 74. But before he went, Keith’s son Warren said Keith wanted to do something to show the hospital staff how grateful he was for his treatment. “Truly incredible staff, beautiful grounds and
awesome care,” Warren said of the hospital. With Warren’s background in cycling, a Ride for Keith was born, which will involve cyclists riding from Brisbane to Monto at the end of September. The goal of the ride is to raise $20,000 to buy the first VersaCare bed for the hospital. This event was decided on 10 days before Keith
passed away. The last leg of the ride on October 2 is scheduled to end at the hospital at noon. “Anyone can join in and we would like to get as many Monto residents involved in the final distance of from Mulgildie to Monto,” Warren said. To donate, head to Warren’s Go Fund Me page at gofundme.com /2c9n398.
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Shape-shifting metal Scientists at Melbourne's RMIT University have announced a "critical step" towards extremely malleable electronics, opening the door for futuristic liquid robots. Researchers say the experiments yielded some promising results. By exposing droplets of gallium to a water tank and changing the pH levels, scientists found that highly conductive metal moved by itself and even changed shape. "Putting droplets in another liquid with an ionic content can be used for breaking symmetry across them and allow
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service providers, BigPond Movies will count towards your monthly internet usage allowance. A movie takes about 2GB. Things you need to know $11 movie tickets: Only available online for Event Cinemas, Greater Union, Birch Carroll and Coyle, Village branded cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas in Australia. Ticket price includes booking fee and GST. Surcharge applies for VMAX and 3D. Not valid for Gold Class, movie marathons, special events and alternate content. Not valid in conjunction with any other promotion or discount. Purchase is strictly upon availability and a maximum of 10 tickets available per transaction. Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded. Candybar upgrade: Medium standard combo upgrade to large standard combo upgrade. Standard combo is popcorn and soft drink at Event Cinemas, Greater Union and Birch, Carroll and Coyle and is popcorn and Coca Cola at Village Cinemas. Not available for Moonlight Cinemas. Upgrade only available with the purchase of $11 movie ticket. Promotional candy bar combos are not included. www.partners.telstra. com.au/latest_offers/ loyalty/movies-how-toget.
SHAMPOO SAVINGS: Make your own - it’s good for your health and wil save money. PHOTO: KITTI SUKHONTHANIT
Healthy and thrifty habits in home-made shampoo Emily Black
Emily.Black@seniorsnewspaper.com.au
HAVE you ever thought about making your own shampoo? Not only will you save money, but it is better for your health as well. Like with most things, home-made shampoo is far cheaper than what you can expect to buy at shopping centres, plus it is clean and green and is far better for you as well. Swap isopropyl alcohol and propylene glycol for castile soap and coconut oil. Making your own shampoo is safer for you and, while this may be highly subjective, some claim home-made shampoo works far better than store brands. When you use natural shampoo what goes down the drain? Natural ingredients. Commercial shampoos and conditioners contain chemicals, which go right into the water system, so, natural shampoos are better for
the environment too. This means home-made shampoos are way better for your plumbing. The harsh chemicals in these shampoos can cause major damage to your pipelines and could cost a small fortune when your pipelines need replacing in the future. CASTILE SHAMPOO – 1/4 cup of water – 1/4 cup of liquid castile soap (available to buy online from www.drbronner.com.au) – 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil METHOD Mix all the ingredients into a plastic or glass bottle and you will be good to go. ■ Like commercial shampoos, different recipes will suit different hair types. If this one does not work for you, just search online and you will find a variety of different recipes designed for an array of hair types.
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WIN A $69,990* CARAVAN Celebrate the modern-day retirement lifestyle. Palm Lake Resort has just released a set of fun stickers perfect for the back of your car, caravan or RV (or just about anywhere!) and to celebrate Seniors Newspapers is giving away a Majestic Caravans ‘Garoova’ valued at $69,990* inc GST. For your chance to win, simply take a creative and fun photo that features an official Palm Lake Resort sticker in it, log on to www.seniorsnews.com.au to fill in an entry form and submit your photo entry.
Stickers are available with your Palm Lake Resort ‘Spring 2016’ magazine, for collection at any of the Palm Lake Resort sales offices, will be available in selected Seniors Newspapers during the month of September 2016 or can be posted to you by emailing communitynotes@seniorsnewspaper.com.au before 18.11.16. The competition closes 25.11.16, will be drawn on 28.11.16 and a winner will be announced on 30.11.16. Keep your eye on the Palm Lake Resort Facebook page during the competition period for some of the latest entries. Good luck!
Visit www.seniorsnews.com.au/competitionterms for full competition terms and conditions. Promoter is ARM Specialist Media Pty Ltd of 2 Newspaper Place, Maroochydore QLD 4558. Promotional period 15.08.16 – 25.11.16. Competition drawn 28.11.16 at 30406/9 Lawson St, Southport QLD 4215. Winners announced in Seniors Newspapers: Brisbane and Sunshine Coast 05.12.16, Gold Coast and Toowoomba 12.12.16, Wide Bay and Northern NSW 19.12.16, Central Coast and Coffs & Clarence 19.12.16 and online at www.seniorsnews.com.au 30.11.16. Total prize value $70,397 inc GST. Open only to residents of QLD, VIC and NSW.
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Honouring our diversity DEAR Queenslanders, This year, Seniors Week is on for young and old, from Saturday August 13 to Sunday 21. Over nine days, folk of all ages will gather for the state’s largest seniors’ celebration. How will you celebrate? Did you know that events range from information days and expos, mini Olympics, morning and afternoon teas,
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Your guide to Senior Week events together with information, services, and products to enhance your lifestyle.
COTA aims for inclusive views of older people
SENIORS Week brings Queenslanders together to celebrate the contributions seniors make within their communities. Many older people assist their families with caring responsibilities while being actively involved in their communities. Seniors Week aims to: ■ Improve community attitudes towards older people and ageing. ■ Facilitate community participation, including indigenous and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. ■ Enhance community connections and inter-generational relationships. COTA (Council on the Ageing) Queensland co-ordinates Seniors Week.
dances and balls, Mayoral lunches, art shows, forums and so much more. So check out the diary of events in your area, join in and have some fun. Selfishly, I love this time of year as I
get to connect with wonderfully diverse folk and hear their stories. Stories of travel and adventure, stories about young love, and stories about a more simple time before technology. I hope you can do the same. — Lisa Hodgkinson Seniors Week co-ordinator COTA Queensland
A lot to celebrate
HELLO readers, It’s on again, the week when we shine a light on our own demographic, the people we are, the things we love to do, together with new and existing services, products and technologies available to us through business and government agencies. In this special edition dedicated to Seniors Week, we have contacted as many people as possible to create and present a calendar of events to connect you with what is happening in your local area and further afield. Take your time and you may well discover a new pursuit. Check through the following pages and you will find there is a whole world of people out there waiting for you with an open invitation. Sometimes we build on the groups, activities and friends we already have, at other times we yearn to discover new areas of life. This special week can be a time for friendly
get-togethers or a time to explore new pursuits. Have you ever thought of yourself as an artist, craftsperson or even a volunteer for a worthy cause. Perhaps you are thinking of a new activity, but not sure whether it’s tai chi, golf or the gym? You might just like to join up with some like-minded people? Whatever you like to do, you will find plenty of inspiration throughout these pages. While Seniors Week is for all of us, what we aim to do is respect and express the individuality of each person. We are the same, but we are different and this week gives us all the opportunity to share the big picture of our generation. As always we would love to hear your stories, to see your pictures and I hope this edition adds to one aspect of your life. Happy Seniors Week.
— Gail Forrer, group editor Seniors Week SENIORS Newspapers Qld & NSW network are proud to celebrate Queensland Seniors Week, running from Saturday, August 13, to Sunday, August 21.
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Seniors acknowledged in all church services throughout the region. Attend a service of your choice to celebrate growing ‘young’.
Bundaberg Regional Library Heritage talks in library followed by singing and morning tea in Woongarra Street Park. 9.00am to 11.00am Free event
Bundaberg Civic Centre Stalls, school bands, the ‘Heart Starters’ and raffles 8.30am to 12.30pm Admission $2.00
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Childers Art Space Morning tea and floor talk with Glass artist Neriel Dobbs 10.00am to 11.30am Free event
FRIDAY Botanic Gardens, North Bundaberg 10.00am to 12.30pm Free event
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Please note program subject to change without notice. For more information contact: Nina Higgins 07 4151 3230 nina89@bigpond.com www.qldseniorsweek.org.au
THIS year’s Seniors Week continues the theme – It's on for young & old to further develop intergenerational connections within your community. Seniors Week is a time for all Queenslanders to acknowledge and celebrate the valuable contributions seniors make in their communities. Whether as volunteers or in the workforce, seniors utilise their experiences and knowledge as carers, grandparents and community leaders. COTA Queensland Mark Tucker-Evans said: "For some living in rural and remote communities, Seniors Week is the one time of year they get to connect with long-lost friends. "For others, Seniors Week is a way to assist in combating social isolation through the discovery of programs and activities, creation of new friendships and in remaining an active member of society. "We appreciate that Seniors Week can only be a success through the
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This year join us in challenging stereotypes of ageing. hard work and efforts of people and organisations throughout the state. We are looking forward to working with everyone," Mark said. This year, join us in challenging stereotypes of ageing. Seniors Week provides the opportunity to highlight the diversity of older Queenslanders. This year we invite you to participate in our Face of Ageing campaign. We have all heard the phrase "a picture is worth
a thousand words". Your face tells the story of your life. Whether the lines on your face are the result of "I laughed a lot" or "I thought deeply" let your story shine through! It’s easy to be part of the Face of Ageing. Simply take a selfie or an elfie (elder selfie) and upload it onto social media or to the Queensland Seniors Week Facebook page with the hashtag #faceofageing and share with us a bit about yourself. Join us in challenging the ageing stereotype. More information and to find events in your area visit www.qldseniorsweek. org.au or phone 1300 738 348.
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Seniors Week 2016 Wide Bay MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2016 - FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2016 9AM - 5.30PM HINKLER CENTRAL SHOPPING CENTRE
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9.30AM - 11.30AM GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES
Tech Savvy Seniors-introduction To The Internet Celebrate Seniors Week Seniors Expo and join us for an Introduction to the To celebrate the valuable contributions Internet with Tech Savvy older people make to Seniors at the Tin Can our community, Hinkler Bay Library. Central will be hosting The Tech Savvy Seniors a Seniors Expo in Queensland Program is a celebration of National new partnership between Seniors Week. From the Queensland Monday 15th – Friday Government and Telstra. August 19, the Centre Tech Savvy Seniors gives will host various older people, particularly community groups and those in regional and businesses to provide remote areas of our older market with Queensland, the a united location for opportunity to develop the community services, skills and confidence to with the aim to use technology for improve our socialising, accessing community’s attitude important services or towards older people conducting personal GREAT OUTDOORS: Get back to nature at selected Seniors Week events. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED and ageing. This business." Join us for one initiative aligns with of the Tech Savvy Seniors our vision to build an sessions. The sessions age-friendly community. are aimed at seniors Hinkler Central Shopping Centre , 16 Celebrate Seniors Week with "Grandies, wishing to get connected to the online Gympie Regional Libraries Maryborough Street, Bundaberg 4670 Kids & Stories". world. Spaces are limited and bookings 8-14 Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 Bookings not required. Grandparents, come along to our are essential. Bookings not required. FREE First5Forever story time sessions with Tin Can Bay Library Wheelchair accessible. your grandchild. Help them make 4463 Tin Can Bay Road, Tin Can Bay FREE something creative and enjoy some 4580 9AM - 11.30AM morning tea. Bookings required. Call 07 5486 4355 10AM - 12PM HERVEY BAY 60 & BETTER Rainbow Beach Library Bookings close 16/08/2016 Indoor Carpet Bowls - Come & Try Day 32 Rainbow Beach Road, Rainbow Beach GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES Wheelchair accessible. Come on out and give it a try. 4581 Entry fee FREE Tech Savvy Seniors-Introduction Hervey Bay 60 & Better, 459 Boat Bookings not required. to Email Harbour Drive, Torquay 4655 Wheelchair accessible. Celebrate Seniors Week and learn the 9.30AM - 11.30AM FREE FREE basics of using email with Tech Savvy GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES Seniors. Tech Savvy Seniors-Introduction The Tech Savvy Seniors Queensland 9.30AM - 10.30AM 12PM - 3PM to the Internet Program is a new partnership between GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES HERVEY BAY 60 & BETTER the Queensland Government and Telstra. Celebrate Seniors Week and join us for Grand Kiddies and Stories Line dancing come and try an Introduction to the Internet with Tech Tech Savvy Seniors gives older people, (0-5 year olds) Get your dancing shoes on and scoot Savvy Seniors at the Tin Can Bay Library. particularly those in regional and remote Celebrate Seniors Week with "Grandies, across the dance floor for an afternoon. The Tech Savvy Seniors Queensland areas of Queensland, the opportunity to Kids & Stories". Hervey Bay 60 & Better, 459 Boat Program is a new partnership between develop the skills and confidence to use Grandparents, come along to our Harbour Drive, Torquay 4655 the Queensland Government and Telstra. technology for socialising, accessing FREE Tech Savvy Seniors gives older people, important services or conducting First5Forever story time sessions with your grandchild. Help them make particularly those in regional and remote personal business." Join us for one of something creative and enjoy some areas of Queensland, the opportunity to the Tech Savvy Seniors sessions. The TUESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2016 morning tea. sessions are aimed at seniors wishing to develop the skills and confidence to use Gympie Regional Libraries technology for socialising, accessing get connected to the online world. 8.30AM - 12.30PM 8-14 Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 important services or conducting Spaces are limited and bookings are BUNDABERG & DISTRICT Bookings not required. personal business." Join us for one of essential. Wheelchair accessible. COMMITTEE ON THE AGEING the Tech Savvy Seniors sessions. The Gympie Regional Libraries FREE Seniors Expo sessions are aimed at seniors wishing to 8-14 Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 Stalls, school bands, the ‘Heart get connected to the online world. Bookings required 07 5481 0859 Starters’ and races. Spaces are limited and bookings are Bookings close 15/08/2016 9.30AM Bundaberg Civic Centre, 190 Bourbong essential. Wheelchair accessible. SENIORS IN FOCUS St, Bundaberg 4670 Tin Can Bay Library FREE What, Why & How Senior Forum More information call 07 4151 3230 4463 Tin Can Bay Road, Tin Can Bay Hervey Bay Cost $2 4580 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2016 Discussing issues facing older people. Bookings required. Call 07 5486 4355 Individuals & Workers Invited Bookings close 16/08/2016 9.30AM - 10.30AM 9.30AM Includes a FREE lunch. Wheelchair accessible. Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre, 22 GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES FREE SENIORS IN FOCUS Charles St, Pialba 4655 Grand Kiddies and Stories What, Why & How Senior Forum Bookings Essential 07 4194 2441 (0-2 year olds) Maryborough 9.30AM - 10.30AM FREE Celebrate Seniors Week with "Grandies, Discussing issues facing older people. Kids & Stories". Grandparents, come GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES Individuals & Workers Invited. along to our First5Forever story time Grand Kiddies and Stories Includes a FREE lunch. 10AM - 11AM sessions with your grandchild. Help them Maryborough Senior Citizens Centre, (2-5 year olds) GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES make something creative and enjoy Celebrate Seniors Week with "Grandies, 333 Alice Street, Maryborough 4655 CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Grand Kiddies and Stories some morning tea. Bookings Essential 07 4194 2441
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Kids & Stories". Grandparents, come along to our First5Forever story time sessions with your grandchild. Help them make something creative and enjoy some morning tea. Gympie Regional Libraries 8-14 Mellor Street, Gympie 4570. Bookings not required. Wheelchair accessible. FREE
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the Queensland Government and Telstra. Tech Savvy Seniors gives older people, particularly those in regional and remote areas of Queensland, the opportunity to develop the skills and confidence to use technology for socialising, accessing important services or conducting personal business." Join us for one of the Tech Savvy Seniors sessions. The sessions are aimed at seniors wishing to get connected to the online world. Spaces are limited and bookings are essential. Kilkivan Library 31 Bligh Street, Kilkivan 4600 Bookings required 07 5484 1209 Bookings close 17/08/2016 Wheelchair accessible. FREE
Grand Kiddies and Stories Celebrate Seniors Week with "Grandies, Kids & Stories". Grandparents, come along to our First5Forever story ACTIVE LIVING: Learn the best ways to keep fit in your senior years at selected events PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED time sessions with your grandchild. Help 9.30AM - 10.30AM them make something GYMPIE REGIONAL creative and enjoy some morning tea. ART-Conversation Gallery Tour Goomeri Library LIBRARIES 9.30AM - 11.30AM Through discussion-based tours of art 35 Moore Street, Goomeri 4601 Grand Kiddies and Stories GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES works, the program provides a unique Bookings not. Celebrate Seniors Week with "Grandies, Tech Savvy Seniors-Introduction opportunity for people living with Wheelchair accessible. Kids & Stories". to Smartphones dementia to connect, interpret and FREE Grandparents, come along to our Celebrate Seniors Week and learn the express experiences through a work of First5Forever story time sessions with basics of using your smartphone with art with their carer and gallery staff. your grandchild. Help them make Tech Savvy Seniors. 10AM - 12PM Hervey Bay Regional Gallery something creative and enjoy some Bring along your smartphone and we will 166 Old Maryborough Road, Pialba 4655 teach you the basics. morning tea. GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES Bookings required call 07 4197 4206 Kilkivan Library Tech Savvy Seniors-Introduction The Tech Savvy Seniors Queensland FREE 31 Bligh Street, Kilkivan 4600 to the Internet Program is a new partnership between Celebrate Seniors Week and join us for the Queensland Government and Telstra. Bookings not required. Wheelchair accessible. an Introduction to the Internet with Tech Tech Savvy Seniors gives older people, 10.30AM - 2PM FREE Savvy Seniors at the Gympie Library. The particularly those in regional and remote Tech Savvy Seniors Queensland Program MUNDUBBERA COMMUNITY areas of Queensland, the opportunity to DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION is a new partnership between the develop the skills and confidence to use 9.30AM - 10.30AM It's On For Young And Old Queensland Government and Telstra. technology for socialising, accessing Celebrating our Seniors in our GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES Tech Savvy Seniors gives older people, important services or conducting Community. Bringing together for Grand Kiddies and Stories particularly those in regional and remote personal business." Join us for one of catch-ups, friendship and laughter. Hot Celebrate Seniors Week with "Grandies, areas of Queensland, the opportunity to the Tech Savvy Seniors sessions. The lunch and a dessert. Raffles and a door Kids & Stories". develop the skills and confidence to use sessions are aimed at seniors wishing to prize on the day. If you play cards, bring Grandparents, come along to our technology for socialising, accessing get connected to the online world. them and enjoy the social atmosphere. First5Forever story time sessions with important services or conducting Spaces are limited and bookings are Mundubbera Community Hall your grandchild. Help them make personal business." Join us for one of essential. Lyons Street, Mundubbera 4626 something creative and enjoy some the Tech Savvy Seniors sessions. The Kilkivan Library morning tea. sessions are aimed at seniors wishing to Bookings required call 07 4165 1690 31 Bligh Street, Kilkivan 4600 Wheelchair accessible. Tin Can Bay Library get connected to the online world. Bookings required 07 5484 1209 Cost $5 4463 Tin Can Bay Road, Tin Can Bay Spaces are limited and bookings are Bookings close 17/08/2016 4580 essential. Wheelchair accessible. Bookings not required. Gympie Library FREE 2PM - 3.30PM Wheelchair accessible. 8-14 Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 8-14 Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES FREE Bookings required. Bookings not required. Find Your Senior Wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair accessible. Celebrate Seniors Week with "Find your FREE FREE 10AM - 12PM Senior: a beginner’s guide to researching your family history". GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES 10AM - 12PM THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2016 Join us for a session on starting your Tech Savvy Seniors-Introduction to Cyber BUNDABERG & DISTRICT family history research with Di Safety 9.30AM - 11.30AM Woodstock from Follow Your Family. COMMITTEE ON THE AGEING Celebrate Seniors Week and learn the Gympie Library GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES Seniors Week Movie - The Intern (M) basics of cyber safety with Tech Savvy 8-14 Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 Tech Savvy Seniors-Introduction to Moncrieff Entertainment Centre, 177 Seniors. Bookings required 07 5481 0859 Smartphones Bourbong St, Bundaberg Central 4670 Be informed on techniques of staying Bookings close 17/08/2016 Celebrate Seniors Week and learn the safe when online. More information call 07 4151 3230 Wheelchair accessible. basics of using your smartphone with The Tech Savvy Seniors Queensland FREE Entry fee FREE Tech Savvy Seniors. Program is a new partnership between Bring along your smartphone and we will the Queensland Government and Telstra. 10AM - 11AM teach you the basics. Tech Savvy Seniors gives older people, THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2016 HERVEY BAY REGIONAL The Tech Savvy Seniors Queensland particularly those in regional and remote CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 Program is a new partnership between GALLERY
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areas of Queensland, the opportunity to develop the skills and confidence to use technology for socialising, accessing important services or conducting personal business." Join us for one of the Tech Savvy Seniors sessions. The sessions are aimed at seniors wishing to get connected to the online world. Gympie Library 8-14 Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 Bookings required 07 5481 0859 Bookings close 17/08/2016 Wheelchair accessible. FREE
10AM - 11.30AM BUNDABERG & DISTRICT COMMITTEE ON THE AGEING
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SPIRIT OF GIVING: Heather Mittelheuser, Bob Davis (Boot Camp) and Barbara Roberts donate books from the Hervey Bay VIEW Club to the Hard Yakka Boot Camp for troubled youth. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
Fifty Shades of Glass Morning tea and floor talk with Glass artist Neriel Dobbs. Childers Art Space, 72 Churchill St, Childers 4660 Info call 07 4151 3230. FREE
10.30AM - 2PM MUNDUBBERA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION
It’s On For Young And Old Join us for a lunch at the Eidsvold Community Hall. Celebrate our Seniors in the community with a hot lunch and dessert. Like card games? Bring them and join in for a social gathering." Eidsvold Community Hall Moreton Street, Eidsvold 4626 Bookings required 07 4165 4690 by 11/08/2016 Wheelchair accessible. Cost $5
1PM - 3PM BAY CREST RETIREMENT VILLAGE
The Baycrest Ball Prizes for Best Dressed, Bell & Beau of the Ball, Spot Waltz, Monte Carlo & more Lucky Door Prize Includes afternoon tea. Baycrest Doolong Road, Kawungan 465 FREE
2PM - 4PM GYMPIE REGIONAL LIBRARIES
Tech Savvy Seniors-Introduction to Smartphones Celebrate Seniors Week and learn the basics of using your smartphone with Tech Savvy Seniors. Bring along your smartphone and we will teach you the basics. The Tech Savvy Seniors Queensland Program is a new partnership between the Queensland Government and Telstra.
Tech Savvy Seniors gives older people, particularly those in regional and remote areas of Queensland, the opportunity to develop the skills and confidence to use technology for socialising, accessing important services or conducting personal business." Join us for one of the Tech Savvy Seniors sessions. The sessions are aimed at seniors wishing to get connected to the online world. Goomeri Library 35 Moore Street, Goomeri 4601 Bookings required 07 4168 4340 Booking close 17/08/2016 Wheelchair accessible. FREE
Bookings close 15/08/2016 Wheelchair accessible. Entry fee $ 2.
10AM - 12.30PM BUNDABERG & DISTRICT COMMITTEE ON THE AGEING
Steam Train Rides All a board! Join us for a FREE steam ride in the Bundaberg Botanical Gardens. Refreshments are available for purchase through the cafe. Botanic Gardens North 6 Mount Perry Rd, North Bundaberg 4670. Info call 07 4151 3230. FREE
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2016
SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2016
9AM - 2PM HERVEY BAY SIXTY & BETTER
12.30PM SENIORS IN FOCUS
Hervey Bay Sixty & Better Open Day Activities Demonstrations, Displays by Craft, Patchwork, Camera Club Tour our venue BBQ available from $2.50 and drinks at $1.50 Hervey Bay Sixty & Better 459 Boat Harbour Drive, Torquay 4655 FREE
10AM - 12PM GYMPIE REGIONAL COUNCIL
Seniors Concert and Morning Tea Celebrate Seniors Week by joining seniors from across Gympie region for a friendly gathering at the Gympie Civic Centre. Enjoy fantastic musical entertainment by local artists and choirs and a delicious morning tea. Don’t miss out on great raffle and lucky door prizes from Gympie Community Bus. Mayor Mick Curran will present the 2016 Gympie Senior Citizen of the Year Awards. Gympie Civic Centre Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 Bookings required 07 5481 0760
Fraser Coast Has Got Talent Seniors Quest. For application forms or tickets contact Halcro Community Centre or phone 07 4194 2441 Doors open at 12:30 pm. Competition Starts 1:00 pm. Hervey Bay RSL Club Pialba Place Shopping Centre, 11 Torquay Rd, Pialba 4655 $5 Door Entry $5 Competition Entry
MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2016 10AM FRASER COAST REGIONAL COUNCIL AND SENIORS IN FOCUS
Mayoral Morning Tea Food provided by Students from Glendyne Hospitality Group. Also includes entertainment. Info call 07 4194 2441 Urangan Community Centre & Botanical Gardens Elizabeth Street, Urangan 4655 FREE
HELLO readers, to enable us to respond to your request for publication of more Community Notices, we ask that you keep your notices short and to the point (100 word maximum). If you would like to submit a photo please ensure the quality is at least 180dpi of peoples faces and nice and bright. Club Notices deadline for the next issue is September 9. Inquires to Nicky or Chris via email community notes@seniors newspaper. com.au.
VIEW ■ GYMPIE
Meets on the third Friday of each month for a luncheon meeting at the RSL Club, Orchid Room, 217 Mary St, Gympie. 10.30am for 11am start. Cost $18. Includes lunch, speaker on an interesting topic, trading table and chance to have fun with other ladies. Visitors always welcome. Phone Elsie Matthews, 07 5482 2955.
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The Hervey Bay View Club (Voice, Interest, Education of Woman) meetings and luncheon are always on the second Monday of each month at the Club House, Tooth St, Pialba, from 10.30am and usually incorporate a guest speaker. Monthly socials are on the forth Monday at various venues from 9.30am. We have had some fun socials of late with a show-and-tell segment with many laughs as stories were told, and our annual winter soup and crusty bread morning so right for this time of the year. Contact details to Barbara 4128 9110 or email herveybay.viewclub95@ gmail.com.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
The Hervey Bay and Maryborough Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets on the first Friday of each month on the deck at the Hervey Bay RSL at 10am for morning tea or coffee. We might only be a small group but by meeting regularly we give support to each other which can be very therapeutic with others in similar circumstances. We welcome newly diagnosed people to sit in on our meetings and learn about MS and what services are available and to also know that they are not alone. Contact Bev 4128 2692 or email bev_cornwell@hotmail. com. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16
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community groups and events will be supplied with a new modem to enable high-speed broadband. A range of plans with various download quotas and speed tiers are available to suit consumer and business needs. Info at www.nbnco.com.au.
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FRASER COAST BROMELIAD SOCIETY
The August meeting will be held on Saturday, August 27, at Bambooland, 87 Old Coach Rd, Torbanlea. Visitors are always welcome. We provide free afternoon tea, and have great raffle prizes. Our members are always happy to share their knowledge to help you give your bromeliads the best care and attention. Bambooland is a lovely setting, so come along and enjoy the meeting with us. PLANT OF THE MONTH – Both Classes – A Pot of Neoregelia Amazing Grace. Bring along any plant that you may need identified. Members are reminded to bring their own chairs, coffee mugs and raffle donations Phone Debbie on 4128 6026.
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MEMORABILIA: Hervey Bay VIEW delegate Maureen Jackson with her mother’s beautiful wooden sewing basket made in 1907. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
NEFERTITI DANCE
This class is for the more mature adult and those who are just starting out in the world of dance. Don’t worry if you have never danced before, we can help you find your way in no time. We will focus on improving your strength and flexibility through fun dancing moves. Movement is life and by taking some time each week to enjoy our friendly classes you will find a new you! What to wear/bring: You do not need any special clothes or ‘gear’. You only need: Loose or stretchy clothing, shoes not necessary (but ballet/dance shoes, available from dance or exercise supply shops, are good), Water to drink, Scarf to put around your hips (not essential) and a sense of fun! Nefertiti Dance offers belly dancing classes for seniors. Mondays 1–2pm at the CWA Hall, Pugul St, Urangan. Cost $8 per class, every 10th class free. Come along and have some fun. Interested call Nicky 0447 974 484 or Joan 0428 142 987.
BUNDABERG PCYC MARKET
Our market may only be small but we have a variety of stalls selling new and used goods. On offer are: plants, woodwork items, jewellery, handmade craft items, homemade cakes, slices etc and many more bargains. The market runs from 8am with the canteen open from 7.30am for refreshments. We are situated in the Recreational Precinct with the entrance in Kendalls Rd and our next market will be held on Sunday, August 21. For more info or to book a site call Irene 0437 645 941 or email irene.petretic@pcyc.org.au.
HAPPY SCRAPPERS CRAFT GROUP
Monthly get-togethers. Pensioners Hall, Adelaide St, Maryborough. 9am to 5pm.
Is the cost of legal advice stopping you from seeking help? Free confidential 15-minute legal advice sessions are available to residents within the Bundaberg and North Burnett regions through the Taylor Street Community Legal Service. Sessions are by appointment only. If you are a resident of the Bundaberg, Childers or North Burnett region, call 4194 2663 to make an appointment, for Gin Gin call 4130 4630.
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$10pp m/tea and a/tea provided. BYO tools/papers. Beginners welcome. Come along to enjoy scrapbooking, card making, water colour painting and friendship. Crop talk, with instructors in attendance to assist with your project/s if required. Info call Margaret on 0417 224 723.
INVASIVE BIRD WORKSHOPS
Described as one of the worst invasive species on the planet, the Indian myna bird has taken up residence on the Fraser Coast. Wildlife experts suggest that if their numbers are not reduced and controlled, they could soon be the dominant bird in the area and pose a real threat to native wildlife. Wildlife Fraser Coast is holding workshops during August and September to share information and advice with the community on Indian Myna behaviour and control. Demonstrations will be given on how to construct a trap, with trapping food and materials provided. Workshop sessions include: Saturday, August 20 – 9am to 12.30pm, Halcro Street Community Garden, Hervey Bay, Sunday, August 28 – 9am to 12.30pm, Lupton Park Community Gardens, 45 Aberdeen Ave, Maryborough and Saturday, September 3 – 9am to 12.30pm, Community Room, Tiaro Library. Participants are asked to bring along suitable gloves, wire-cutters and long-nosed pliers if possible. Entry is by gold coin donation. Bookings are essential call John on 0428 980 019 by August 17.
HERVEY BAY QUILTERS
Meet every Thursday between 9am and 3pm at John Paul Catholic Hall, Hillyard St, Pialba. Activities include: In-house workshops, qualified tutor workshop, charity days, seniors expo, cancer morning tea, visits to other quilting groups, show and tell days and so much
more. Morning tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Come and pay us a visit and see if you would like to become a member of this vibrant and talented community craft group. Annual fee: $30, daily fee $5. Info call 0401 831 309.
NASHOS
The Bundaberg branch of the National Servicemen’s Association (Qld) Inc will conduct a subsidised coach trip from Bundaberg to Maryborough and Hervey Bay on Tuesday, August 16, 2016. This trip will visit Queens Park, Maryborough, to view the statue of Lt. Duncan Chapman, the first man ashore at Gallipoli on April 25, 1915. The coach will then travel to Hervey Bay to visit the Light Horse Memorial and other associated memorials in Main Street in the vicinity of the old Pialba Railway Station. Morning tea will be provided and more than likely taken in Maryborough. Lunch in Hervey Bay will be taken at the Hervey Bay boat club at your own expense. Info and bookings call social secretary, Brian Trost on 4151 3485.
NBN
The Fraser Coast communities of Maaroom and Aldershot, and the Mary Valley community of Tuchekoi will soon have access to faster and more reliable NBN internet access. There are about 800 premises that will gain access to the NBN from fixed wireless sites at Tuchekoi (100 premises), Maaroom (200 premises), and Aldershot (500 premises). The NBN has advised final network designs have been completed and residents will soon see NBN subcontractors connecting the area with new high-speed broadband. As NBN construction is completed over coming months in Tuchekoi, Maaroom, and Aldershot, residents and businesses will be able to sign up to an NBN plan with their chosen retail service provider, and
Do you have an idea that could help make the Wide Bay Burnett a safer place to live, work or play? If so, then the Suncorp Group and the Queensland Police Service (QPS) want to hear from you. Applications for the sixth round of Safer Queensland Community Grants are now open and offers community groups and police the opportunity to apply for a one-off grant between $1000 and $10,000 to assist in the development and implementation of safety projects. Applications are open until August 31. Go to www.suncorp.com.au/saferqld for information and to apply.
HERITAGE GRANTS
Local individuals and community groups are being encouraged to apply for grants up to $50,000 to conserve and restore Queensland’s unique heritage-listed places. Information on how to apply is now available for the first round of the State Government’s Community Sustainability Action grants. There is $680,000 in funding available for heritage projects and applications are open until 5pm Friday, August 19. The place must be listed on the Queensland Heritage Register or a local government register to be eligible. Info www.ehp.qld.gov.au.
KIN KIN CENTENARY
Kin Kin State School is celebrating its centenary on Saturday, October 22. All past students, teachers and families welcome to attend. Info call 5485 4168 or email 100yrs@kinkinss.eq.edu.au.
GYMPIE ONE MILE RAFFLE
One Mile State School is holding a monster raffle and first prize is $10,000 cash. There are nine other prizes to be won. Tickets are $50 each and there are only 600 to be sold. Tickets on sale now at Dodt’s Floorcoverings, Suncoast Podiatry or One Mile School. Drawn on October 28. Be in it to win it.
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Your chance to win a caravan
Stick with some creativity
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Win a majestic off-road reward FOR almost 40 years, the family-owned and operated company has been at the forefront of developing lifestyle resorts for seniors. Palm Lake Resort boasts 23 locations across the east coast of Australia filled with residents who are living the time of their retirement lives. Palm Lake Resort CEO Manuel Lang said their state-of-the-art facilities, five-star hotel styling and architectural home designs provided ‘wow factor’ to buyers, but it was the lifestyle on offer that ultimately sold homes. “There’s a strong sense of community and belonging in every one of our resorts,” Mr Lang said. “The freedom, security and the emotive experience of living within a Palm Lake Resort is what intrigues and captivates.” To celebrate the
modern-day retirement lifestyle and the launch of new resorts at Cooroy-Noosa and Toowoomba, Palm Lake Resort has just released a set of fun stickers, perfect for the back of your car, caravan, RV (or anywhere for that matter!). In conjunction with Seniors Newspapers, Palm Lake Resort is also giving away a Majestic Caravan valued at $69,990. For your chance to win the Garoova 19’6 semi off-road caravan, simply take a creative and fun photo that features an official Palm Lake Resort sticker, then log on to www.seniorsnews.com.au to fill in an entry form and submit your photo entry. Seniors Newspapers general manager Geoff Crockett said the paper was excited to be partnering with Palm Lake Resort on such a fitting competition and he was looking forward to helping
YOUR CHANCE: You can win a $69,990 caravan just by getting creative with one of these new Palm Lake Resort stickers. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
For your chance to win the Garoova’ 19’6 semi off-road caravan, simply take a creative and fun photo that features an official Palm Lake Resort sticker in it, then log on to www.seniors news.com.au to fill in an entry form and submit your photo entry.
judge a lucky winner. “We are looking for the most fun and creative uses of the official Palm Lake Resort sticker,” Mr Crockett said. “Don’t just think you have to stick it to your car’s bumper.
November 18. The competition closes November 25 and will be drawn on November 28. The winner will be announced on November 30. Visit www.seniors news.com.au
Think outside the square. Make us laugh!” Official competition stickers are available with the Palm Lake Resort ‘Spring 2016’ magazine, for collection at any of the Palm Lake Resort sales
offices, will be available in selected Seniors Newspapers during the month of September 2016 or can be posted direct to your mailbox by emailing communitynotes@seniors newspaper.com.au before
Join the ‘creative ageing’ force and enjoy better well-being DANCING, painting, playing the piano, weaving, yoga, clothes designing – all of these activities fit under the umbrella of creative aging. Dr Barbara Bagan noted in her article “Ageing – What’s Art got to do with it” that throughout history, artists have known that art provides benefits for both the creator and viewer.
Studies in the fields of art therapy, music therapy and other creative modalities confirm art can affect individuals in positive ways by inducing both psychological and physiological healing. We know that, in general, exercising our creative selves enhances quality of life and nurtures overall well-being. Recent clinical research
validates what some professionals and others who work with older adults have known for years – that making art is an essential, vital component of activities that offer a wide range of health benefits.
QUICK FACTS ON CREATIVE AGING According to the
Australian National Centre for Creative Aging, art helps improve mental and physical well-being, often alleviating feelings of depression, anxiety and isolation. ■ Music and art stimulate the brain in the areas that Alzheimer’s cannot touch, bypassing the debilitating disease and often providing relief. ■ Learning jazz dance
can improve balance in older women, whose main cause of injuries are falls. ■ Engaging in activities like arts and crafts, music, meditation, home repair and reading stimulates the mind, reduces the effects of stress-related diseases and slows cognitive decline. ■ Using strategies of personal actors (like
PresCare has been looking after Queensland Seniors’ health and spiritual needs for over 85 years. It is our mission to support people to live the lives they want…keeping them more connected to their communities, and enabling them to continue to enjoy the activities that are most important to them.
getting into character and constant rehearsal) has been shown to improve memory test scores of older adults. ■ Individual piano instruction may serve as an effective intervention for age-related cognitive decline. ■ Creative reminiscing has been shown to greatly reduce depressive symptoms.
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‘I can hear clearly now’ Quota helps Anton to hear
sound evenly across the room for all students, but will send the sounds directly to his hearing aids, with the same sound quality as if his teacher were only a metre away. The Audio Hub donated by Quota means that other sound sources such as iPods or computers can be plugged into the system and be amplified, which have been proven to help support children who are deaf or hard of hearing as well as children who have ASD, ADD, learning difficulties and auditory discrimination disorders. Anton, his family and Albert State School are extremely grateful that Quota has donated this technology to assist him with his learning. Funds to purchase this equipment were through Quota’s fundraising efforts. You can help Quota to help local
WELCOME DONATION: Albert State School principal Phil Murtagh, Megan Burns of Hearing Impairment AVT, Quota members Janette Walker, Lyn Nielsen and Gladys Jackson with Anton Duncan. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED
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Discover new passions
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IT’S on for young and old during Seniors Week 2016, with Queensland aged care provider PresCare inviting both the young and young at heart to celebrate being more connected. PresCare chief executive officer Greg Skelton is confident that each PresCare client will have the chance to discover new passions and reignite old ones between August 13-21. “This week is about bridging the gap, creating opportunities for
socialising and keeping our clients connected to their families, communities and care services,” Mr Skelton said. Catering to mind, body and spirit, the week boasts a vibrant program that will see clients connecting through art, cooking, exercise and games, with younger members of the community playing an important role. “Closing the age gap is essential to reducing social isolation within our
aged communities. There is a lot that both groups can learn from one another as they swap stories, and the connections that we’ve seen form in the past are very special,” Mr Skelton said. With more than 85 years’ experience looking after older Australians, PresCare’s team of dedicated staff and volunteers continually strive to meet their clients’ wishes and needs, keeping them engaged and socially active. Call 4120 5800.
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THE gleam in the eyes of eight-year-old Anton Duncan says it all. He can now hear just like the other children in his class at the Albert State School, Maryborough. In his own words, “it feels like the teacher is standing right next to me”. This was made possible by the donation of a Phonac Soundfield system by the Quota Club Maryborough. The Soundfield system clearly amplifies the speaker’s voice and aids in assisting students to hear and understand directions more easily. Benefits include improved student performance, better communication, less overall noise and increased student participation. The sound system will not only increase the
AT CORAL Coast Pharmacies we would like to help you in taking a more active role in your health care. Did you know that if you are taking a number of medications, our pharmacists can offer a MedsCheck or Diabetes MedsCheck to discuss your medicines in more detail and answer any questions you may have regarding your medicines or health conditions? These checks are performed instore and may include other medication or
supplements you are taking along with your diet and daily activity. With unplanned hospital admissions for older Australians often related to problems with medications, a discussion such as this can assist with reducing the number of medication errors. As we age, and experience more health problems and the necessity to take multiple medicines, this can lead to confusion and our pharmacists will help find solutions for our customers.
For more complicated situations, discuss with your GP the possibility of a Home Medication Review, where a pharmacist conducts a more in-depth review at your home. Heart health, diabetes, asthma and mental health are some of the common conditions our teams can provide advice and support on, along with guidance if you have to record measurements with blood pressure machines, blood glucose monitors or other devices. Call 4154 1394 for details.
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ACCORDING to government figures, one in three over-65s will fall each year in Australia, resulting in more than 1,500,000 hospital days spent on fall-related injuries. More than 70% of these falls happen in or around the home, nearly 20% result in head injury and 30% to hip/leg fractures, of all the information there is no clear indication on how long people remain “undiscovered” after a fall. Emergency Medical Services specialises in fall detection systems and monitoring with safeTwear, the world’s smallest, smartest fall pendant. Weighing only 34 grams and the size of a matchbox ,this remarkable technology not only detects a fall, it also connects directly to our 24-hour monitoring centre with two-way voice communication. If you are at home, garden, walking or at the
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Competing with best A weekend of racing starts the season for Cooloola club Sandra Wooster
RECENTLY, the Cooloola Dragon Boat Club held two days of dragon boat racing on the waters of Snapper Creek in Tin Can Bay. With beautiful weather and more than 450 paddlers for the weekend, it was an amazing weekend of paddling. On Saturday was the first round of the Wide Bay Series for 2016, which is contested between clubs from 1770, Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Cooloola. This year Burnett River Dragons were welcomed into the competition. After every club competed in the three heats of 200m and a minor and grand final, the winner of round one went to the team from 1770. The afternoon’s racing was for the Diamond Dash for Cash.
This is raced on a diamond-shaped course with two boats competing at the same time against the clock for the fastest time to get around the course. This year there was a record number of 16 teams competing and it was open to all clubs in Queensland. The crowd on the day absolutely got into this racing, with lots of cheering for all clubs. The winner of this event for 2016 was Redcliffe Red Dragons, Maroochy Sea Serpents were second and Cooloola Dragon Boat Club third. Sunday’s event was competing for a place in the final in Division A, Division B and for the Dragon’s Abreast ladies the Carol Waitohi Trophy. There were 21 teams from 13 clubs competing,
CROWD SUPPORT: Spectators cheering on the teams at the Tin Can Bay Yacht Club.
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with some very strong and close racing over the entire day and great conditions on the water. Winners for the day were: Division A – first Maroochy Sea Serpents A, second Sunshine Coast Dragons, third Burleigh Fire Dragons. Division B – first Redlands Sea Dragons, second Lakers, third Dragons Abreast Gold Coast. Carol Waitohi Trophy – first Maroochy Sea
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Serpents, second Dragons Abreast Gold Coast, third Redcliffe Red Dragons. Thank you to all clubs, especially all the members of the Cooloola Dragon Boat Club for making this a wonderful event. For more information phone Sandra on 5486 2695. — Sandra Wooster president/event director, Cooloola Dragon Boat Club
Pink Challenge team in action.
We can help with placement PLACING a loved one into residential care can be extremely emotional, which is why it’s important to have the right information to help find the right place. Suncare Community Services now offers a residential placement service to residents in Brisbane’s northern suburbs and the Sunshine Coast. Community services manager Louise Knight says accessing residential care can be overwhelming, especially when families are in crisis. “The prospect of moving a loved one out of home is one of the hardest decisions you may have to make and you need to make sure you get the right information,” she said. “Negotiating the process of finding aged care support, either at home or in a residential setting, is travelling to somewhere you’ve never been, without a map or GPS. It can be daunting for people to navigate the maze of aged care and take that next step for a loved one; that’s why it’s important to have someone who can help carers through this often difficult process of finding suitable care, from getting
the appropriate assessments and finding the right facility, to helping with all the paperwork. “Having these assessments in place also helps families be better prepared when they feel that a loved one may need permanent care. “As this process is what takes time, we always recommend families seek professional advice from a financial advisor who specialises in aged care to guide them through the appropriate income and asset assessments. “Our experienced team will discuss with the family their requirements, explain what residential aged care is available, and arrange a tour of preferred facilities.” Suncare’s Residential Placement Service offers: Personal assessment with
the family to discuss requirements, Explanation of residential aged care and the placement process, residential care fees and charges. Short list of residential aged care facilities in the region of your choice. Help with aged care placement applications, statutory requirements and paperwork. Liaison with aged care facility staff until placement secured. Liaison with aged care facility staff, hospital staff others involved in the care of your loved one to facilitate transfer. With more than 40 years’ experience in the community services sector, Suncare provides the highest quality care and respect to clients. For more information Louise Knight on 1800 786 227.
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A choice of diverse designs COOINDA aged care centre has 126 residential aged care beds on offer as well as respite services and two assisted living units. This will be expanded by the end of this year to 142 beds, two assisted living units and respite care services. Cooinda offers a range of accommodation options, with 64 of its 126 beds in single rooms with private ensuite and 62 single rooms with shared facilities. All rooms have access to extensive gardens with seating and activity areas
for the residents to enjoy. The rooms range in size, with configurations offering a small sitting area combined with a bedroom, in some of the rooms. All rooms have access to either a patio or veranda. Design features in the new builds will focus on larger room sizes, with four suites planned in Stage 3. The suites will include a separate sitting area and a kitchenette, as well as a bedroom which can accommodate a double
TOP CHOICE: Cooinda Aged Care offers a range of accommodation options for older residents.
bed, or two singles. All rooms in the new areas have access to private external spaces which can accommodate an outdoor setting. The management team
at Cooinda are continually seeking to improve the wellbeing of their residents by promoting their health and quality of life. Services provided
include a range of wellness and enablement programs such as massage, walking programs, exercise programs, chronic pain management and a falls prevention program. The programs promote independence and currently include group and individual exercise programs, one-on-one therapy, creative storytelling for residents with dementia, breakfast club and a pain management clinic. Social programs focus on maintaining
connections to the community, close interaction with the local primary school as well as activities including a men’s program. The enthusiastic team in the lifestyle department is dedicated to providing a variety of daily activities to suit all interests. Group and individual activities include cooking, shopping, craft, bingo, bowls and a men’s shed to help retain the residents’ quality of life. For more details, phone 5482 1900 or email care@cooinda.org.
Message from the Minister: 100,000th Seniors Business Discount Card
MINISTER’S MESSAGE CORALEE O’ROURKE I’M pleased to report that a record number of Queensland seniors are now taking advantage of the discounts available
under the popular Seniors Business Discount Card. The State Government introduced the discount card scheme in 1990 to offer discounts on goods and services at participating retailers throughout Queensland – and it now applies to more than 6300 outlets. Any Queensland resident over 60,
irrespective of job status, is eligible for a Seniors Business Discount Card, so it’s never been easier to nab a bargain. To use the card, seniors only need to look for a Seniors Card sticker on a shop window or at point of sale, or ask the person behind the counter. More than 100,000 seniors are now benefiting
from discounts which range from travel packages to restaurants and electrical goods. This great initiative also aligns with our new Queensland: an AgeFriendly Community strategy, which aims to support people of all ages to actively participate in community life by helping them stretch their dollar a
little further. This strategy has set the platform for a whole-of-government vision to create a community in which older people are valued, respected and have every opportunity to be involved. Queensland: an Age-Friendly Community has been informed by a number of engagement
activities, including a summit, meetings and forums with a range of stakeholders, and a public survey that attracted more than 9000 responses. This strategy has been developed in consultation with Queenslanders, young and old, and offers practical solutions to make our state more age-friendly for everyone.
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• Focus on Wellness, Rehabilitation and Enablement • Chronic Pain management • Group and Individual exercise programs • Walking Program • Falls Prevention program • Social Program focused on maintaining connections with the community • Range of room sizes and options • External spaces for activities, and relaxation
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lower pound will help British exports. Britain has always been a major source of investment capital for Australia and this may well increase if the Brexit proceeds. On the downside, while Britain negotiates new treaties, short-term disruption and uncertainty will likely cause an economic slowdown and it may also slow growth rates in Europe, which has been stagnant since the GFC. The Brexit may also cause the disruption of ‘Great’ Britain – Scottish and Northern Ireland voters overwhelmingly voted to remain in the EU, leading to renewed calls for Scottish independence and the reunification of Ireland. There is a possibility of more fragmentation of the EU and Eurozone – there are already movements in France (Frexit) and the Netherlands (Nexit). Further political unrest could delay investment spending, leading to slower economic growth and higher unemployment. Brexit could also be seen as a backward step in the globalisation of trade and investment. Since the GFC, we have seen increasing signs of protectionism and currency wars between the big players – the US, China, Japan and Europe With a new playing field in Britain and Europe, it could be worth a review of your investment strategy with your financial planner to ensure you are positioned well for the current times.
■ For more information, contact Tim Maher at Maher Digby Securities Pty Ltd Financial Advisers – AFSL No. 230559 (see advert Page 3). Ph: 07 5441 1266 or visit www.maherdigby.com.au. This document was prepared without taking into account any person’s particular objectives, financial situation or needs. It is not guaranteed as accurate or complete and should not be relied upon as such. Maher Digby Securities does not accept any responsibility for the opinions, comments, forward looking statements and analysis contained in this document, all of which are intended to be of a general nature. Investors should consider the appropriateness of this information having regard to their personal objectives, financial situation or needs. We recommend consulting a financial advisor.
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AS A British colony, Australia was heavily reliant on Britain for investment capital and export revenue. Prior to federation in 1901, Britain bought virtually all our exports (mainly wool and gold), making Australia one of the richest countries in the world per capita. Britain remained our largest export partner until 1940, when it fell to second behind the United States. After the war our export mix changed dramatically, playing a vital role in the reconstruction and re-emergence of Europe and Japan. By 1967, Japan’s hunger for our iron ore and coal made it our largest export partner, remaining in that position until it was superseded by China in 2010. When Britain entered the European community in 1973, it dismantled its preferential access system for former colonies such as Australia. By that time, however, its impact was relatively minimal given that Britain was buying less than 10% of Australian exports. This was less than the percentage of our exports going to Europe, and less than a third of what Japan was buying. Today, Britain accounts for just 1% of Australia’s export market and is therefore of minimal impact to our trade. The surprise Exit vote took the global markets by surprise and ‘risk assets’ like shares, high-yield bonds and commodities (with the exception of gold) were gripped in a wave of panic selling. Markets have since calmed, leaving investors to digest what it all means. The implications for Britain in the long-term may well be benign or even positive. An exit would remove a seemingly unnecessary layer of bureaucracy that interferes with every aspect of daily life. A renewed sense of independence and selfdetermination may well boost spending, investment and employment. As Europe accounts for half of British trade, the
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ENTERTAIN ME! - Music - Theatre - Local talent
Enjoy a music spectacular Book your seat for a show not to be missed
AUSTRALIAN Global Entertainment presents An Afternoon at the Proms, the ace award-winning best production show in Australia. The spectacular has already secured Five Golden Fiddle awards, two Mo awards, four Ace Awards and a Platinum Aria Award. Australia’s most acclaimed international violinist Ian Cooper is joined by opera stars, prima ballerinas, Australia’s current champion pipe band, a world-famous piano maestro and the Blue Danube Orchestra to evoke the sheer exuberance of An Afternoon at the Proms – A Musical Spectacular.
Uplifting and moving, this spectacular brings history’s most-loved music to life, from the masterpieces of the Viennese court to the works of Brahms, Verdi, Puccini, Bizet and Sir
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performance repertoire includes Ravel’s Bolero and The Blue Danube Waltz with the ballet, Time to Say Goodbye, made famous by Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman, Amigos Para Siempre
Along with haunting renditions of Irish favourites... this musical and visual spectacular is set to raise the roof. Andrew Lloyd Webber. Along with haunting renditions of Irish favourites, a touch of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and the romance of the Hungarian Gypsy Orchestras, this musical and visual spectacular is set to raise the roof. The show’s
(Friends for Life) from the Barcelona Olympics, Fiddler on the Roof and Strauss’s famous Radetzky March. Also Scotland the Brave and Amazing Grace with the pipe band, and an absolute proms favourite – Land of Hope and Glory. Mr Cooper was
honoured with being commissioned to compose and perform for the opening ceremony of the Sydney Olympics. What a spectacle! The Tin Symphony was watched around the world by an estimated 2.85 billion viewers – that’s as big as any Australian performer gets. “Good musicians playing superb music ... a delight. Tango, gypsy and classical strains, all executed with great flair and genuine beauty,” said one review. Phone Brolga Theatre Maryborough on 4122 6060 or visit www.brolgatheatre.org.au
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COME celebrate the start of Seniors Week with some old-fashioned fun and games at the Apple Tree Creek Markets. Aptly named this month as Creak at the Creek, the signature market is specifically targeting seniors. Organiser Debbie Williamson-Gleich said they had some great entertainment and activities in store. “We welcome back Di Styles with songs from the likes of Barbra Streisand and the Bundy Fluke Ukes with some great old sounds,” she said.
“There will also be some seniors’ zumba displays and a cent sale from about 10.30am.” Debbie mentioned there will also be a free taxi circuit service running from Childers to the markets every half-hour. “Our friendly taxi driver will be picking up people from a few venues in Childers, but there will be plenty of parking available near the markets,” she said. “The emergency services will offer information and displays and the hearing booth will be on site.”
There will be a free sausage sizzle lunch and the usual market stalls with everything from fudge and olives to wooden goods and hats. The Winter Markets and Creak at the Creek will be held on Saturday, September 10, from 7am to 1pm at Drummond St, Apple Tree Creek. The event supports local clubs and groups, with stalls always available. For more information, phone 0488 268 309 or 07 4126 8308, or email the market organisers at atc.markets@gmail.com.
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JOURNEYS -- International -- National - Your backyard ENJOY!
Eat your way through Nice
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Once you’ve had your fill, wander through the tight streets of old town Nice, particularly on the eastern edge.
There’s an impressive range of goods on display, including wonderfully authentic marzipan fruits which are almost too
realistic. You’ll be tempted by the flavoured and spiced salts, preserved meats and sausages from the surrounding
countryside and Provencale-style pottery. Artists selling paintings of local scenes are scattered among the
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IF YOU want to know what the French eat at home, head to a market, especially Nice’s famed Flower Market in the Cours Saleya, just a few blocks back from the Promenade des Anglais on the shoreline. Despite its floral name, this market is bursting with local food and produce and is ranked by France’s National Council for the Culinary Arts as being one of the country’s special markets. The marketplace flows up the middle of the street with two avenues of colourful stalls.
stalls. They look original, but once you get them home, you’ll find the “watercolours” are actually just prints. The market is held Tuesday to Sunday morning, closed Sunday afternoon and Monday, from 6 am to 5.30pm. After all that walking, you may want to soak your feet or refresh with a swim in the Mediterranean Sea. Nice is a great base to explore Provence and the Cote d’Azur. *Kerry Heaney was a guest of Trafalgar’s Paris to Provence tour. Travel the world bite-by-bite on eatdrinkandbekerry. com.au
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Relaxing Bali retreat Jan Richards gets pampered and bendy in Bali’s Ubud Jan Richards
HURTLING along on the back of a motorbike – one hand gripping the back of the bike, fingernails of the other biting into the shoulder of the young Indonesian man at the handlebars – might seem an unusual activity for a yoga retreat, but it sure was fun. I focused on the pale beam of light illuminating the track between rice paddies – potholed and wet from the storm still rumbling and flashing in the distance. Eventually I relaxed, laughed, possibly even woo hoo’d, as we bounced along towards the lights of Ubud where the convoy halted and we disembarked, pumped, and waited for the remainder of the group who had walked back from the restaurant. This was my fourth Radiance yoga retreat. Jessie Chapman holds retreats in Byron Bay, Uki (near Mount Warning),
Bali, Spain, Italy and France. And has plans for one in New Zealand. At the Byron and Uki retreats the emphasis is on yoga, and cleansing the system – no meat, wheat, dairy, coffee, alcohol… Bali is about yoga and pampering, and for me became an exercise in indulgence that added a kilo, while still rendering me very bendy and relaxed. Our Bali retreat days began at 6am with a knock at the door and delivery of a thermos of hot water so we could make a pre-yoga cuppa. We started slow – stretching over bolsters, blankets and blocks – opening up, readying ourselves for the poses. Jessie has the ability to read a class, to feel the energy, and matches the overall flow to the day and to the individual. The focus is personal, and caring. Bad day – assistant Haydie will drape you over a bolster,
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cover you with a sarong, and regularly check in. On a good day, you find yourself stretching further than you have before, moving into “asanas” you’ve never tried before.
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It sounds like a lot of yoga, 6.30–9am then 4.30–6pm, but the time flies. Over seven days Jessie turns a bunch of yogis – some with virtually no previous practice,
others accomplished – into a group who not only know “savasana” from “tadasana”, but who also know and care about each other and the community. Jessie includes all elements of yoga, not just the poses, but also the meditation and “pranayama” or breathing practices, and they combine to give a sense of calm and connectedness, as well as physical freedom. Got a dodgy knee, bad neck, sore lower back – doesn’t matter. Jessie and Haydie will help you work with it, and make sure you don’t hurt yourself. And if, like me, you’re not up to a handstand or a perfect bridge, that’s okay, she’ll still have you doing the
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ROUNBABOUT Tours, Queensland’s small group tour specialists, have pleasure in inviting you to join our upcoming relaxing and informative tours you will talk about for years. Toowoomba’s Carnival of Flowers is always a favourite – three days of gardens that rival Floriade from September 19–21. Or join our Springtime Gardens and Floriade 10-day tour from September 20–29. This tour takes in the Japanese garden at Dubbo, lunch at an English-type manor house in Bathurst, rhodedendrons at Blackheath, roses at Leura, tulips at Bowral and Canberra, Floriade, the War Memorial Museum, a visit to the snow fields, the Hunter Valley Gardens and much more! The three-day Jacaranda Festival Tour in Grafton takes place from November 4–6. Join our Getaway tour every year for five days over Christmas. This year we are visiting Stanthorpe – it may be a little cooler there. Our four-day New Year Escape tour this year is in the Tamborine Mountains
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Reporting on drama of war
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THE definitive biography of Phillip Schuler, one of Australia’s greatest war correspondents, from Gallipoli to his death in Flanders. Phillip Schuler, a handsome young journalist from the Melbourne Age, covered the Gallipoli campaign alongside Charles Bean. His bravery was legendary. His dispatches were evocative and compassionate. He captured the heroism and horror for Australian newspaper readers in ways the meticulous yet dry prose of Bean never could. Gallipoli would also propel Schuler on a collision course with his former friend and Age colleague Keith Murdoch, who made his name lobbying against the campaign after a brief visit to Anzac. After his classic account of the campaign, Australia in Arms, was completed in early 1916, Schuler abandoned the relative safety of a correspondent’s job and
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EASY EATING Discover the diversity of chickpeas
Easy peasy fun creations Simple chickpea offers so many tasty alternatives Angela Casley
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CRISPY ROASTED CHICKPEAS
Makes 3 cups INGREDIENTS 2 x 420g tins chickpeas Olive oil to drizzle 1 tsp salt 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 chilli, chopped
½ tsp each of cumin, garam masala, coriander 2 tbs chopped parsley or coriander to garnish Lemon wedges to squeeze before serving Optional to serve — toss through kale leaves, parmesan, herbs METHOD Preheat oven to 180C. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Lie them on a piece of paper towel and pat dry. The drier, the crispier they will become. Spread them on a lined baking tray. Drizzle with oil and toss through the salt, garlic and chilli. Place into the oven and bake for 30 minutes until crispy and golden. Remove and toss through the mixed spices while they are hot.
CITRUS SALAD
Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 1 tbs olive oil 2 cloves garlic, sliced ¼ cauliflower, sliced into shards 200g brussels sprouts, quartered 420g tin chickpeas, drained 1 spring onion, sliced finely Dressing: Zest of ½ orange Zest of ½ lemon 2 tbs olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste METHOD Heat the oil in a frying pan to a medium heat. Add the garlic and cauliflower, cooking for 3 or 4 minutes until the cauliflower is just starting to soften. Add the brussels sprouts and toss through for another few minutes to cook and brown.
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Add the chickpeas and spring onion, then season with salt and pepper. To make the dressing, in a small bowl combine the orange, lemon, oil and season. Place the warm salad into a serving bowl and toss through the dressing. Serve while warm or allow to cool.
CHICKPEA BAKE
Serves 10 for pre-dinner INGREDIENTS 2 tbs olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 rashers bacon, chopped ½ tsp paprika 420g tin chickpeas, drained 2 tomatoes, chopped roughly 2 tbs tahini Zest and juice of 1 lemon 2 tbs water
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½ tsp salt and freshly ground pepper 100g feta 1 ⁄4 cup slivered almonds To serve Greek yogurt, pita or flat bread Coriander to garnish Lemon wedges, to squeeze METHOD Preheat oven to 180C. Heat the oil in a frying pan. Add the onion and garlic cooking for 2 or 3 minutes. Add the bacon and paprika, cook for 4 minutes until it has a bit of colour. Add half the chickpeas and tomatoes. Stir through to warm, then remove from the heat. In a kitchen blender place the remaining half of the chickpeas, tahini, lemon, water, salt and pepper. Blitz until smooth. Add the blended mixture to the pan and stir through. Oil an ovenproof dish well. Pour the bake mixture into the dish. Crumble the feta over the top and sprinkle with almonds. Bake for 20 minutes or until the feta is soft and creamy. Remove from the oven and dollop with yogurt. Sprinkle on coriander. Scoop onto pita to eat, squeeze with lemon and enjoy while warm.
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H HAIL the humble chickpea. I always have my pantry stocked with tins ready to simply drain and whip into an easy hummus, tasty fritters, to add to a curry, bulk out a casserole or sprinkle through a beetroot and feta salad. They add texture, are a great energy source and full of protein. Surprise fact: India is the largest producer of chickpeas, followed by Australia. Today, I’m sharing three of my favourite recipes. First up, crispy, roasted chickpeas. Like salted chips — once you start there is no going back. Munch on their own, add to salads or sprinkle on top of a hearty bowl of soup as an alternative to croutons. Instead of using spices when they are removed from the oven, try adding a variety of chopped herbs for a different flavour. Store in an airtight container — if there are any left. This cauliflower and chickpea salad is full of flavour, despite having just a handful of ingredients. When fried, cauliflower has a wonderful nutty flavour. Brussels sprouts and chickpeas add crunch, while the citrus dressing brings a fresh zing to the dish. Instead of making the usual hummus, try this baked version with a few extra flavours added. With a crumble of feta and crunchy nuts on top, it is perfect scooped on to warm pitas or a piece of Turkish bread. It is even better the day after, cold, added to a sandwich or dolloped on top of a lunchtime salad.
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ACROSS 5 What are buyers of shares in a new issue with a view to selling at once for a profit? (5) 8 Who did experts from Wisden name as Indian Cricketer of the 20th Century? (5,3) 9 Olfactory refers to which sense? (5) 10 A wound by a sniper resulted in what Moshe Dayan trademark? (8) 11 Which Middle East country has cities Ebla and Aleppo? (5) 14 A roundish lump of coal (3) 16 What Spanish dish is made from rice, shellfish, chicken, and vegetables? (6) 17 The marine type of which lizard is the only lizard that regularly ventures into the sea? (6) 18/20 In the mid-1960s, which US singer made more money selling pictures of the Beatles than from his own records? (3,5) 24 Caviar comes from what fish? (8) 25 What fungal disease includes ringworm and athlete’s foot? (5) 26 What loose white linen vestment is worn over a cassock by clergy and choristers? (8) 27 What is molten rock in the earth’s crust? (5)
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Across: 5 Stags, 8 Kapil Dev, 9 Smell, 10 Eyepatch, 11 Syria, 14 Cob, 16 Paella, 17 Iguana, 18/20 Pat Boone, 24 Sturgeon, 25 Tinea, 26 Surplice, 27 Magma. Down: 1 Skeet, 2 Spies, 3 Fleas, 4 Velcro, 6 Tommy gun, 7 Galliano, 12 Majolica, 13 Blenheim, 14 Cap, 15 Bit, 19 Arthur, 21 Drupe, 22 Sepia, 23 Anger.
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