Bits ‘n Pieces A FREE Community Newsletter for the Upper Ross July / August 2015 Upper Ross Community Centre 1/43 Allambie Lane, Rasmussen, 4815 Ph: 4774 0144 Fax: 4774 0909 Email: communitycentre@nqcs.org.au A division of NQ Community Services Volume 10, Issue 4
&CONTENTS Ÿ Child Health &
Midwife Ÿ Community
Courses Ÿ First Aid
Course Ÿ Free Computer
Access Ÿ Free Legal
Advice Ÿ HIPPY Ÿ Homework
Program Ÿ JP Ÿ No Interest
Loans Ÿ Playgroup Ÿ Puzzle
We would like to send out a big thank you to everyone who came along to our Biggest Morning Tea and helped raise funds for the Cancer Council. A great morning was had by all those who attended. Don't wait til next years Biggest Morning Tea You are welcome to drop into the centre and have a cuppa and chat with staff and see what programs and services we have available.
Jill Brown was the lucky winner of the raffle.
Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/upper.centre
Upper Ross Community Markets - Every 2nd Saturday 7 - 11.30 am - next to Rasmussen McDonald’s
What’s on in your community ... WHEN
EVENT
TIME
COST
REGULAR EVENTS Every Wed Every Sat morning 1st Tue of the month 3rd Fri of the month Every 2nd Sat
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander WOMEN’S Group - 9.30 am to meet at the Upper Ross Community Centre. Fun activities, 12.30 pm education & support services. Contact Juanita on 4774 0144 7 am Riverway Park Run - Tony Ireland Stadium Held every Saturday. Run at your own pace 10.00 am to Art Box - Art Activities for under 5's Playful, creative environment to explore and learn new art & craft. 11.00 am Meet new friends and have fun. 7.15 pm Dive-in movie Nights at Riverway Lagoon See Townsville City Council website for more info. 8.00 am to Upper Ross Community Markets 1.00 pm Cnr Riverway Drive & Allambie Lane, Rasmussen Upcoming dates: 11th & 25th July, Aug 8th & 22nd, Sept 5th & 19th
Free
All Day National Pyjama Day Workplaces, schools and social groups are encouraged to wear Pj’s to support children in foster care. For more info go to www.thepyjamafoundation.com Upper Ross RAMS JRLC - Dancing in the Dark family concert 5.00 pm 8.30 pm Charles Moroney Park, Clint St. Kelso See page 3 for more info
Free
Free gold coin donation
Free
JULY Fri 17th
Sat 18th
10.00 am 4.00 pm
Free
Wed City Libraries FREE Computer Training - Upper Ross 5th & 12th Community Centre - See page 3 for more info
10.00 am 12.00 pm
Free
Sat 8th
8.00 am 3.00 pm
$50 - $160
10.00 am 1.00 pm
Free
Sat 25th & Youth Art Workshops Sun 26th Get involved in cool, free art workshops.
AUGUST
First Aid Course - Upper Ross Community Centre See page 3 for more info Tues 18th Seniors Week Lifestyle Expo - RSL Stadium Over 90 exhibitors providing Info, activities and free goodies. Thur 20th Seniors Luncheon for over 60's & Fri 21st Free catered lunch, entertainment program. Free transport for 70 and over. Ph 47279797 to register. Registrations close 3rd Aug
Free Bookings essential
SEPTEMBER Sat 11th
4.00 pm Free Walk with Me - Disability Action Week A fun walk for the whole family along the strand. Family entertainment, activities, food, bring a blanket & enjoy the movie in the park. http://www.walkwithme.org.au/event/wwmtownsville2015 10.00 am - Free Wed City Libraries FREE Computer Training - Upper Ross 12.00 pm 2nd & 9th Community Centre - See page 3 for more info
Upcoming Events ...
FIRST AID First Aid and CPR Refresher, Anaphylaxis and Asthma
Next Course Date: Saturday 13th June 8.00 am - 3.00 pm
Courses available: First Aid (incl. CPR) $100 Perform CPR only $50 Anaphylaxis & Asthma $60 Bookings are essential as there are limited places available. To reserve your place phone the Upper Ross Community Centre on 4774 0144 or email communitycentre@nqcs.org.au
Community Computer Training by City Libraries Venue: Upper Ross Community Centre Cost: FREE 1/43 Allambie Lane Rasmussen
When: 1st & 2nd Wed every month Time: 10.00 am to 12.00 pm
Upcoming Classes: AUGUST 5th & 12th - Learn about online shopping & Paypal SEPTEMBER 2nd & 9th - Facebook & Social media Bookings essential. Call to book Ph: 4774 0144 Advertise in Bits ‘n Pieces - help locals support locals 12,000 print copies distributed annually to local businesses, organisations and local residents. Contact the Upper Ross Community Centre on 4774 0144 for costs.
UPPER ROSS COMMUNITY MARKETS Fortnightly Saturdays 8.00 am to 1.00 pm Where: Cnr Riverway Dr & Allambie Lane (next to Rasmussen mcDonald’s)
Upcoming markets July 11th & 25th August 8th & 22nd September 5th & 19th
Justice of the Peace (JP) Service available at the Upper Ross Community Centre Wed mornings 9.00 - 11.00 a.m No appointment needed
WORKER PROFILE: Jan Rolfe - Reception Jan is the cheerful face that you will find behind the front counter at the Community Centre on Monday and Tuesday mornings. Jan has worked at the Upper Ross Community Centre for over 30 years and says she not yet ready for retirement. Jan said she tried to retire a few years ago but only lasted a year before coming back to work at the community centre as she missed all the wonderful people who regularly visit the centre. She enjoys chatting with the ladies who come to the craft and time out groups each week, some of which have been coming to the centre almost as long as Jan has worked her. This week saw Jan celebrate her 70th birthday. Drop in and wish Jan happy birthday.
Markets a monster community maker The Upper Ross community Monster Market was held on Saturday 16th May, attracting an estimated 4,000 people on the day. It not only provided a much needed economic injection, but a huge community building platform for residents. It is estimated more than $70,000 has been injected into the Upper Ross community thanks to this event. Riverway Rotary secured corporate sponsors, media partners and over 120 market stalls to deliver one of the most successful events the UpperRross community has seen. The members of Riverway Rotary worked tirelessly for four weeks to create an event that the community would remember and were extremely happy with the success of the event. The Upper Ross is a strong community but one that is often forgotten when it comes to delivering community enhancing projects. Riverway Rotary will definitely be looking to make this event a staple on the local events calendar.
Acknowledgement of sponsors & supporters: Riverway Rotary would like to give a very big thank you to the sponsors and supporters who helped make the Monster Market event a great family and community event. Wingate Properties, Benchmark Events, Totalfab Engineering Services, The Wishing Tree, NQ Community Service Inc, Northreach Baptise Church, Simonsen Plumbing, Vision Construction, Global Welding, McDonalds Rusmussen, Southern Cross Austereo, 4TO, Kech Concrete, Jim Griggs, Barra Fishing Park, Townsville City Council, and the fantastic musicians and performers who entertained at the Monster Markets
Get involved and active in the Upper Ross Community Riverway Rotary is a Satellite Club of Townsville Daybreak. The club has recruited eight members since establishment less than six months ago. 20 members are required in order to enable Riverway Rotary to form its own charter and they are eager to hear from anyone interested in joining the conversation. You can contact Riverway Rotary trough their facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/upperrosscommunitymarkets . or contact Chair Elect – Dianne Sainty on 0458140204
Upper Ross Community Centre Thursday Morning I am very excited about my role here at the Upper Ross Community Centre for NQ Community Services Inc. as the Family Support Hub Coordinator. The Upper Ross Family Support Hub offers services to support families with children such as support services that focus on activities like playgroups, parent groups, referrals to other support organisations, community education and resources for child care services. My focus is to support families and promote the wellbeing of children.
9.30 – 11:30am Qualified Early Childhood professionals will be available to fully support you interacting with your child. Building those all-important bonds and making your “together time” FUN!
Morning Tea provided for parents and children Gold Coin Donation No bookings - Just turn up!
Making Life Easier
FREE transport available Please book the day before. Come in and say Hi at the Upper Ross Community Centre Phone 4774 0144
Free Homework Club Every Wednesday afternoon 3 - 4.15 p.m. Grades 1 - 6 Contact the Community Centre on 4774 0144 for more info
Come join the fun at our weekly playgroup and meet new families. You do not need to live in the Upper Ross region to attend. All welcome.
HIPPY UPDATE This week saw us bid a very sad farewell to Peddie, our HIPPY co-ordinator. Peddie and her husband are returning to Elcho Island, in Arafura Sea, where they lived since 2010. Peddie’s vibrant personality, enthusiasm and energy inspired all of us here at the community centre and she will be dearly missed by both the centre staff and all the HIPPY familes. On a lighter note.... We welcome Sarah Patching to the centre as the new HIPPY co-ordinator. Sarah comes from a teaching background and is keen to continue all the great work Peddie has done this year. Sarah has been busy learning all about the HIPPY program and meeting all the HIPPY families.
Fun times for our HIPPY families
Recipe: Peddies Choc Brownies These are the best Choc brownies I have ever tasted & so... simple. IINGREDIENTS: 12 tablespoons cocoa, 2/3 cup butter, 2 cups sugar, 4 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 1/4 cups Self Raising flour, 1 teaspoon salt METHOD: Heat oven to 180ÂşC, grease the pan, melt butter and mix in cocoa, remove from heat. Mix in sugar, eggs & vanilla. Stir in remaining ingredients. Spread in pan. Bake for 30 minutes until it comes away from the sides. Remove, let cool and slice.
RASMUSSEN MECHANICAL
Upper Ross Child Health Clinic Thursdays from 9.00 a.m. at the Upper Ross Community Centre
Repairs & Tyres Unit 2, 1231 Riverway Drive Rasmussen
Qualified community health nurse on hand to answer questions and provide support. Ÿ New baby health checks Ÿ Breastfeeding advice Ÿ New mum’s support
Next to Puma Servo
Ph: 4789 1299 Guaranteed Mechanical Repairs to all vehicles DON'T DUMP YOUR OLD ANALOG TELEVISION The Mission to Seafarers are looking for old analog TV’s in working condition. The TV’s will be donated to families in Papua New Guinea. If you have an old unwanted analog TV please do not throw away. Instead, drop it off at the Upper Ross Community Centre.
No appointment needed
Upper Ross Midwives Midwives, Penny & Honey, from the Townsville Birth Centre visit our centre on Monday and Tuesdays. The Townsville Birth Centre is a selfreferral unit - therefore no need for a referral from your GP. Please contact midwives directly to discuss your maternity care options, to find our more information about the Townsville Birth Centre Care service or to arrange an appointment. Penny 0428 694788 Honey 0437 045584
By Appointment Only
NO INTEREST LOAN SCHEME NO Fees NO Interest NO Charges Through NILS we help low income families and individuals in the Upper Ross Community with the purchase of essential household items. Call Upper Ross Community Centre on 47740144
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Disclaimer: This newsletter is produced with assistance and contributions from the community. The contents of this publication do not, therefore, necessarily reflect the views of the organisation.
UPPER ROSS MEDICAL CENTRE 11 9 9 R I V E R W AY D R I V E , R A S M U S S E N - P H O N E 4 7 7 4 0 2 9 9 Open 7 days - Extended weekday hours
PINNACLE MEDICAL CENTRE 9 7 5 R I V E R W AY D R I V E , C N R G O L L O G LY S L A N E , C O N D O N - P H O N E 4 7 7 3 5 1 7 0 Open 5 days (Monday to Friday) 8am to 5pm www.urmc.com.au
FAMILY ORIENTATED - BULK BILLING FOR ALL PATIENTS female Doctor available, experienced GP's Special interests include - Skin & Health Checks, Women's Health, Chronic Disease Management, Aged Care Other services provided by - Mental Health Nurse, Physiotherapist, Dietician Phone for an appointment – walk in's also accepted
Townsville Regional community Visitors Scheme Do you have any spare time and would like to visit the elderly in our local nursing homes. The Community Visitors Scheme is a national program funded by the Australian Government. The CVS aims to enrich the quality of life of residents of aged care homes who are socially isolated or lonely, and would benefit from a friendly visitor. As a community visitor, you need to be committed to visiting your resident friend at least once a fortnight. And become a special friend to them. You can enjoy walks, reading the news, joining in the homes activities or even go out on an outing. For more information please give the Upper Ross Community Centre a call on 47740144
Free Computer Access Do you need access to a computer to search or apply for jobs ? Need to access your emails? Catch up with friends through social media? No problem. The Upper Ross Community Centre has computers available - Free Office services are also available (printing, faxing, scanning, laminating). Costs apply to office services.
Winter in North Queensland Every row, column and mini-grid must contain the letters WONDERFUL
Jokes Q. What happens if you eat yeast and shoe polish? A. You rise & shine every morning Q. What did the leopard say after eating his owner? A. Man, that hit the spot Q. What did the baby corn say to the mother corn? A. Where’s Popcorn
WHAT’S ON AT THE UPPER ROSS COMMUNITY CENTRE Regular weekly Activities Mondays
Ÿ 9:30 - 12.00pm Ÿ 9:00 - 4.00pm
Craft Free Computer Access
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9:00 - 4.00pm 9:30-11:30am 12.30 - 3.30pm 4:00pm
Free Computer Access Timeout Seniors Computer Kiosk Legal Advice Service
Wednesdays
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9:00 - 11:00am 9:30 - 3.30pm 9:00 - 4.00pm 3:15 - 4.00pm
Free JP Service Seniors Computer Kiosk Free Computer Access Homework Program
Thursdays
Ÿ 9:00 - 12.00pm Ÿ 9.30 - 12.00pm Ÿ 9:30-11:00am
Tuesdays
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Child Health Clinic Social Cards Playgroup
Centre Opening Hours Mon - Thurs 9.00 am to 4.00 pm Friday Closed
WHERE TO PICK UP YOUR COPY OF BITS ‘n PIECES Our Bits’n Pieces newsletter is available online at our website http://www.nqcs.org.au OR you can grab a copy at the following places: *Kelso Fish Shop *Carlyle Gardens *UR Medical Centre *Gumvale Mini Mart *Riverway Chemist *Riverway Snackbar *McDonalds Rasmussn *Woolworths Rasmussen OR you can call into the Upper Ross Community Centre to pick up a copy and stay for a chat.
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