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Bits ‘n Pieces A FREE Community Newsletter for the Upper Ross May / June 2014

Upper Ross Community Centre 1143 Riverway Drive, Rasmussen, 4815 Ph: 4774 0144 Fax: 4774 0909 Email: communitycentre@nqcs.org.au A division of NQ Community Services

CONTENTS

Ÿ Child Health Ÿ Community

Courses Ÿ First Aid Course Ÿ Free Computer

Access Ÿ Free Legal

Advice Ÿ HIPPY Ÿ JP Ÿ No Interest Loans Ÿ Family Support

Hub Ÿ Puzzle

Volume 9, Issue 3

Community Computer Training

Function Dates March 2014 to August 2014 Please Note: The format of Friday nights has been changed.

On alternative months, 3 or 4 members will be selected to do a few songs Each at the start of the night, then followed by our normal walk ups.

Sunday Country Thuringowa RSL Club, Kelso 2pm-7pm (Walk-ups)

Friday Night Country Thuringowa RSL Club, Kelso 7:30pm – 11pm

18th May

23rd May – Showcase Selected Members Followed by walk-ups

by Citylibraries

Venue: Upper Ross Community Centre, 1143 Riverway Dr, Rasmussen When: 1st and 2nd Wednesday of the month.

Cost: Free April Classes: Basic Computer, Learn how to use and organise folders.

Bookings essential, Ph: 4774 0144

Bellevue 1st June 2 – 6 PM 15th June Bellevue 22nd June 2 – 6 PM 20th July

25th July – Showcase Selected Members Followed by Walk-ups

17th August

22nd August Walk-ups

The Sunday Country functions are held on the 3rd Sunday of the month.

The Friday night functions are held on the 4th Friday of the Month (Unless otherwise notified)

Rosslyn Jones (Secretary) 0499 303 967 (Club Phone) For Further information visit our website – www.kelsocountrymusic.webs.com

RASMUSSEN MECHANICAL Repairs and Tyres (Next to BP Servo) Guaranteed Mechanical Repairs to all vehicles Unit 2, 1231 Riverway Drive Rasmussen

27th June Walk-ups only

Ph: 4789 1299 Fax: 4774 0980

CHEAP 2ND HAND BOOKS NOW ON SALE AT THE UPPER ROSS COMMUNITY CENTRE PRICES START FROM 50c

No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) Provides individuals and families on low income with access to safe, fair and affordable credit.

NO Fees; NO Charges; NO Interest.

What are the loans for?

Household items like fridges, freezers, washing machines, stoves, clothes dryers and some furniture; Some medical and dental services; Educational essentials such as computers and text books; Some other items as requested.

How does NILS work?

As the diagram on the right shows, there is an application process.

Successful applicants then make repayments which go back into the bank, making funds available for others in the community to borrow.

At the Upper Ross Community Centre.....

Centacare Courses For bookings ph: Centacare on 4772 9000 Date & Time

Course

Course Overview

Managing Strong Emotions 1 x 2 hour session

A supportive and positive Wednesday 18 Jun session on expressing anger (10am to 12noon) in a healthy way.

FREE LEGAL ADVICE SERVICE Ÿ Every Tuesday from 4pm Ÿ Now providing face to face and phone service Ÿ Bookings are essential

Upper Ross Child Health Clinic From 9am on Thursdays at the Upper Ross Community Centre.

Qualified community health nurses are on hand to answer questions and offer support on:

Phone Upper Ross Community Centre on 4774 0144

Ÿ New baby health checks Ÿ Breastfeeding Ÿ New mum’s support

No appointment needed

UPPER ROSS MEDICAL CENTRE 1199 RIVERWAY DRIVE, RASMUSSEN BULK BILLING for all patients Open 7 days, extended weekday hours, female Doctors available.

Services include, Mental Health Nurse, Physio, Dietician, Skin and Health Checks and Chronic disease management.

Phone 4774 0299 for an appointment, We accept walk ins!

HOMEWORK PROGRAM Free Homework Program every Wednesday from 3.15 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.

Take advantage of volunteer tutors helping with homework.

All tutors have blue cards.

All children welcome - All ages.

Upper Ross Community Centre Thursday Morning

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!

For more information please phone the Upper Ross

Morning Tea provided for parents and children Gold Coin Donation Community Centre on 4774 0144. No bookings - Just turn up!

More Volunteer tutors wanted

FREE transport available Please book the day before.

Phone 4774 0144

“ Specialising in the Upper Ross”

Thursday 22nd May 9 Connemara Course, Kelso www.rossriver.com.au 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.

I am very excited about my role here at the Upper Ross Community Centre for NQ - Coordinator of Community Services Inc. as the Family Support Family Support Hub Hub Coordinator.

The Upper Ross Family Support Hub offers services to support families with children.

Support services that focus on activities like playgroups, parent groups, referral, community education and resources for child care services. My focus is to support families and promote the wellbeing of children.

Kerry Toscano

Come in and say Hi at the Upper Ross Community Centre Offering free transport from Upper Ross Community Centre to Riverway Event Departing NQ Community Centre for Riverway 9:15am Departing NQ Community Centre for Riverway 9:45am Return Departing From Riverway for NQ Commuity Centre 1:45PM From Riverway for NQ Community Centre 2:15pm

FREE Computer Access at the Upper Ross Community Centre

No BOOKING

Needed

FIRST AID COURSE First Aid and CPR Refresher with Anaphylaxis and Asthma course will be held at the Upper Ross Community Centre on Saturday 7th June, 8am 2pm.

In just one day learn how to administer first aid and perform CPR in an emergency situation.

Just think, the life you may save could be a family member or friend.

Senior First Aid Course - $100 CPR Refresher - $50 Anaphylaxis - Asthma - $40 Bookings are essential as there are limited places available. Prepayment is required.

To reserve your place phone the Upper Ross Community Centre on 4774 0144 or email communitycentre@nqcs.org.au

Justice of the Peace (JP) Available Upper Ross Community Centre Wednesday 9am to 11am

MEN’S SHED Behind PCYC Allambie Lane

We welcome men who like to come together to apply their skills (or learn new ones) for the good of the Townsville community.

Opening Times: 8am 12.30pm Monday, Wednesday & Thursday.

What is the HIPPY Program?

Hi from Wendy

Home Interaction Program for Parents & Youngsters

What is HIPPY? HIPPY is a free two-year home-based early childhood enrichment program. HIPPY builds the confidence and skills of parents and carers to create a positive learning environment to prepare their child for school. HIPPY is delivered through a mix of home visits and parent groups. HIPPY Upper Ross is open to families who live in Condon, Rassmussen and Kelso.

How old does my child need to be to start HIPPY? Children join HIPPY in the year before they start formal schooling (child must turn 4 by 30th June 2014).

How will HIPPY help me and my child?

HIPPY helps parents/carers learn many things including: µ how to be more involved in their child's learning µ understanding more about child development and the way children learn µ encouraging a love of learning in children.

HIPPY helps children by: µ µ µ

preparing them for a confident start to school building their self-esteem and confidence in learning providing opportunities to enjoy time with their parents.

Bits ‘n Pieces is a Department of Communities supported initiative.

JOKE TIME

Have a wonderful Day Mum’s!

Every school has a dedicated group of volunteers who direct their time and efforts to raise money for extra resources, infrastructure and events. Whether they are looking to purchase sporting equipment, erect shade sails or fund a music trip, the work of school P & C and P & F committees is at the heart of the school community.

You don’t have to be a parent to get involved. These committees welcome your support in whatever way you can assist. Perhaps you can help in the tuckshop.

Maybe you can donate goods or services. Or you can simply buy a raffle ticket to support the schools in your community.

You may notice a trend among schools in the Upper Ross and other parts of Thuringowa of offering barbeques as prises in their fundraising efforts this year. No, it’s not a case of everyone having the same great idea. I was looking for a practical way to support the great work of our local P & C and P & F committees and decided to donate a barbeque to each public and private school in my electorate to be used as a prize in their fundraising.

Everyone likes t own a barbeque, whether you use it most nights for cooking, take it camping or keep it for emergencies. With the help of Barbeques Galore, schools from Kelso to the Northern Beaches have each received a Weber Baby Q. Schools will decide when and how to fundraise with their barbeques and also which projects to fund. Be on the lookout for your chance to win one with your local school

Ÿ Fast Friendly Service Ÿ Webster Packing Ÿ NDSS Sub Agent

OPEN 7 DAYS Ÿ 8 - 8 weekdays

Cnr Riverway Drive and Gollogoly Lane, Rasmussen Phone: 4755 4654

WHAT’S ON AT THE UPPER ROSS COMMUNITY CENTRE

May / June Activities Mondays

Ÿ 8:30-10:30am Community Garden Craft Ÿ 9:30am Ÿ 9:30 Ongoing Free Computer Access

Tuesdays

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9:00am 9:30 Ongoing 9:30-11:30am 4:00pm 5:00pm 5:30pm

Gentle Exercise Free Computer Access Timeout Legal Advice Walking Group Fit Camp

Wednesdays

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8:30-10:30am 9:00-11:00am 9:30am 9:30 Ongoing 3:00pm

Community Garden JP Service Seniors Computer Kiosk Free Computer Access Homework Program

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9:00am 9.30am 9:30am 9:30-11:00am 5:00pm

Child Health Clinic Social Cards Seniors Computer Kiosk Playgroup Walking Group

Thursdays

WHERE TO PICK UP YOUR COPY OF BITS ‘n PIECES You can download the Bits’n Pieces newsletter online at our website http://www.nqcs.org.au OR you can grab a copy at the following places: *BP Rasmussen *Kelso Fish Shop *Riverway Snackbar *UR Medical Centre *Gumvale Mini Mart *Carlyle Gardens *Riverway Chemist *McDonalds Rasmussen *Woolworths Rasmussen OR you can always call into the Upper Ross Community Centre and say hello while picking up a copy!

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