New park helps connect the dots at Aura

throughout the community.

In choosing the name, group members workshopped different ideas with the assistance of staff members, finally deciding on a selection of six possible names. Office staff voted on their top three suggestions, based on the selected names, and from there group members finalised the decision, which was then presented to Glasshouse Country Care general manager Clare Mullins. include an increase in self-confidence, a sense group operates Monday through to Friday from a dedicated cottage space located at the Beerwah grounds of Glasshouse Country Care, with meals and transport provided. Also on offer is one-on-one community support, which aids clients with a disability to get out and about, maintain social connections and do things they want to do. Dynamix activities change weekly and are based on the input, interests and suggestions of the clients who attend the group.

Weekly activities include movies, dancing, cooking, games, and craft days, as well as bus outings, educational activities and workshops around different cultures, nature, personal growth, diversity, and inclusion. To find out more visit www.ghcare.org.au

THE official opening of Aura’s Whale Park marks the next step in creating nearly 200 kilometers of walkways and bicycle paths in the fast-growing community. Located at the intersection of Lady Elliot Street and Great Keppel Way in Banya, the park celebrated its inauguration with a free public event on Saturday, 27th May.

Whale Park is designed to celebrate the local fauna of the Sunshine Coast. With its centerpiece being the whale-themed playground, the park provides an engaging and imaginative play experience for children, while promoting awareness of the region’s wildlife, a spokesperson for Aura said. According to Josh Sondergeld, Stockland Project Director, the addition of Whale Park not only enhances the existing Aura Park Trail, but also provides residents with a new space to gather, relax, and play. Alongside the playground, the park features a basketball half-court, a cycling loop, expansive green spaces, BBQ facilities, and an amenities block.

The official opening event, which concluded Aura’s 7th birthday festivities, invited the community to join in the historic cemetery is hidden away from the public, it has only become a place for the community to visit through word of mouth.

“There are no signs informing road users that we have a historic cemetery right next to our local school, only one sign telling the people when they are 400m away from it,” he said. “We cleaned the sign off with vinegar as it was covered in mould and moss, but we would still like to put a sign on the road so the public knows about this historic site.” Danny said the importance of preserving this site is to ensure the history of the area is never forgotten, and to keep the memories of fallen soldiers from WWI alive. Danny aims to continue preserving the cemetery and also introduce an annual community spirit award to Beerburrum State School students.

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