Ipswich Life Magazine - 24 September 2014

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Inside this edition: • 310 FREE Movie Tickets • SCHOOL Holiday Fun • KITSCH in the SWICH • MELBOURNE Cup • DEFENCE News

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It’s My Life Spring didn’t take long to get here did it?

One day it is still 2 degrees in the morning (BRRR) and the next its 31 degrees and I find myself getting the pool ready for the school holidays!

The Spring event in the Ipswich Mall was a huge hit recently, and along with the warm weather there is a real air of positivity around Ipswich at the moment.

It won’t be long before we are all spending weekends at one of several water parks in and around South East Queensland, along with those late afternoon storms that make living in the South East of this great state so interesting.

In this issue we have been very busy out and about capturing the people and events in Ipswich, inlcuding the VIP event at TAFE Bundamba, and the Spring Garden & Harvest event in the Ipswich Mall.

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TAFE welcomes industry leaders to Bundamba campus Community and industry leaders from across Ipswich were the guests of honour at TAFE Queensland South West recently when they attended a presentation at Bundamba.

The event, held in conjunction with the annual Open Day, provided an opportunity for a wide range of businesses to learn more about how recent reforms to TAFE will enhance the delivery of training services in the region.

TAFE Queensland South West General Manager, Trevor Schwenke, said the organisation was committed to delivering training in ways which most effectively meet the evolving needs of industry.

“We are no longer an education provider; rather we are now a business that delivers education and that continues to evolve.

“Today we not only deliver in classrooms but also in the workplace, through mobile delivery and through the utilisation of technology including videoconferencing, online resources and increasingly through social media to meet the evolving needs of industry and individuals,” he said.

Mr Schwenke added that the amalgamation of the Bremer and Southern Queensland Institutes of TAFE (to form TAFE Queensland South West) had created many new opportunities for the organisation.

“The reform of TAFE in Queensland is about efficiency, allowing TAFE institutes to be more commercially and client focused and allowing us to give our full attention to what we do best; deliver training.

“Uniting the new region as part of the TAFE Queensland network, enables us to draw on our strengths and take the best of what we do and offer that state wide,” Mr Schwenke said.

Mr Schwenke said that TAFE was committed to Ipswich and to growing the number of training partners but this could only happen if business worked with his organisation.

He said that maintaining a strong and sustainable presence in Ipswich would require productive and long term partnerships with industry, individual businesses, schools and the community.

For more information on TAFE Queensland South West courses, please call 1300 914 754 or visit www.tafesouthwest.edu.au Left: Medical students perform demonstrations Below: The new fully functional motor vehicle repair shop where students learn their craft.

TAFE South West’s Trevor Schenke & Michelle Berkhout with Ipswich Chamber of Commerce’s Anita Dwyer

Sharon Worsley and Philip Bell from TAFE South West

Neia Wong from Forensic Disability Services with TAFE South West’s Soria McGrane

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LIMELIGHT Ipswich Life was at the Ipswich Civic Centre to see the crowds at ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ which drew audiences from far and wide, all keen to see the most popular musical of all time.

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Out on a girls night were Shelly Quinn from Wynnum and Angela Clarke from Victoria Point

William Boyd from Ormeau and Danika Saal from Indooroopilly

Michelle and Daniel Davies from Peak Crossing got masked up for ‘Phantom’

Erin Turnbull, Elenor Mann and Bethany McNeish all from Gatton

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Local dancers will get the opportunity to show their dance skills as part of an innovative and daring concept by Expressions Dance Company (EDC), which is bringing its most popular show to the Ipswich Civic Centre.

“The best way I can describe the production, is as a contemporary dance, made not for a specific dance audience, but a wider, general audience. The performance is very accessible and easy to follow. It’s not Bizet’s Carmen, which everyone knows, but the Carmen Sweet, as it’s a bit shorter and very cheeky. This production concentrates on the love story.”

Artistic Director Natalie Weir Expressions Dance Company

Performed to Rodion Shchedrin’s gripping Carmen Suite, six EDC dancers, portray this iconic tale of Spanish heat and gypsy passion, which unravels when naïve soldier Don José has his heart ignited by the fiery Carmen.

José’s attempts to tame the freedom-loving beauty are futile, and when she leaves him for the famous matador Escamillo, all three are engulfed in the flames of jealousy and revenge.

Under the leadership of Artistic Director Natalie Weir, the production has evolved since its creation in 2012, and Natalie is excited to bring the show to Ipswich. She has travelled the world in her role as a choreographer, and excited to be involving the community in the production.

“This work was originally created in 2012, when it was commissioned by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra,” Natalie said. “I did the choreography for it, and the symphony orchestra played live on stage behind us, which was amazing.

“The best way I can describe it, is as a contemporary dance, made for a wider, general audience.

“The performance is very accessible and easy to follow. It’s not Bizet’s Carmen, which everyone knows, but the Carmen Sweet, as it’s a bit shorter and very cheeky. This production concentrates on the love story.”

The performance features six dancers, three of whom play the same character, along with three other male dancers and not forgetting the lucky local performers Sarah Bye, Damika Doorley, Stephanie Gaunt, Alicia Holyoake, Tanita Hurst, Keia McGrady, Larissa Meade, Jasmine Organ, Lilly Smith, and Eliza Turton.

One of the dancers from Expressions Dance Company came to Ipswich and held

audItions. All the dancers had to be of a certain ballet level, and be able to ‘capture the Carmen style’.

“We are lucky to have three dancers in our company who I decided to use, all playing the same character,” Natalie said. “This allows them all to have the starring role, along with a soldier, a matador and a fortune teller who comes to Carmen and shows her a vision of her own death. It’s a case of taking that story and making it into its own being.

“After I’d created this show I thought it was such a great product I decided to lengthen it, then I had the idea that it would be great to have a community involvement.

“I knew it was a terrific production which would be ideal for touring, and then thought it would be great to get locals involved. How good would it be to have the local dancers in each town on stage? It would create lots of excitement and give the town some ownership of the production.

“My first show at 18 was with Expressions Dance Company, and when artistic director/ founder Maggi Sietsma left after 25 years I applied for the role, got the job and I’ve come full circle. Brisbane has always been my home, I live here, my family is here and I’m head of a company that I’ve always loved, now playing a role in the evolution of dance…all that means a lot to me. Its fabulous to take this show on tour and extend the life of a product.”

So after many years in the industry, what advice would Natalie give to anyone keen for a career in dance?

“My advice is to have the passion. You have to be proactive, disciplined and get as much knowledge as you can, don’t limit yourself. In the end it will round you out as a performer.”

Natalie said.

“I think it’s a wonderful career, and it really never leaves you once it captures your imagination as a youth….you never really give it up, most people will go to see shows their whole life. In a word passion is what it takes.

“To be a part of the evolution of contemporary dance in Queensland is a wonderful thing.”

Natalie Weir’s Carmen Sweet is on at Ipswich Civic Centre on Thursday October 2nd. Tickets from www.ipswichcivicentre.com.au

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CITY VIBE The Listening Post With Ian Berry MP MEMBER FOR IPSWICH

Queensland is witnessing a resurgent economy with rapid growth in our small business sector heavily contributing to the development and opportunities available for our local community. Whilst steady improvement in this sector is occurring; the cost of living is still a pertinent issue for many people across Ipswich.

With the repeal of the carbon tax, we have seen the savings passed onto the community. Recently the State Government gave the community the choice between cheaper fares or more services on the public transport network.

Meeting with constituents at Booval and Ipswich train stations during the early hour commuter traffic, the response was resoundingly in favour of cheaper fares.

Whilst passing the savings onto the public will have a significant impact on the cost of living of thousands of Ipswich residents, more needs to be done take the weight off daily expenses. It is important that we take a long hard look at how we can achieve this well into the future.

It is clear that we have to reduce the $79.9 billion debt. There is no denying this is a dark shadow hanging over the economic prosperity of Queensland. Once this has been addressed we can look forward and see a decrease in the cost of living and a steady return in discretionary spending that will no doubt bolster local small business confidence.

We know what we want — we want cheaper fuel, cheaper groceries, cheaper goods and cheaper services; so all we need to ask is what are we prepared to do to achieve it? I would be interested to hear your thoughts on how to ease the daily cost of living for people in Ipswich by emailing me at ipswich@parliament.qld. gov.au Ian Berry MP facebook.com/ianberrymp

7 News opens at Riverlink Max Walters, Managing Director of Seven Network joined 7 News presenters Sharyn Ghidella and Bill McDonald to cut the official ribbon at the new bureau which is situated under the Blood Bank at Riverlink.

7 News is the only commercial television news operation with a dedicated presence in the Ipswich area and with a bureau based reporter, Chris Campey, living in the region.

Mr Walters said, “Seven takes its responsibilities to the people of Ipswich very seriously. Given the rapid growth in the Ipswich region, 7 News is delighted to announce the opening of its Ipswich Bureau, in the heart of the city. Ipswich people are hungry for news happening in their area and our Ipswich Bureau will provide an immediacy in bringing that news to them on a daily basis.

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Spring is here, and what better way to spend time than at the Spring Markets in Ipswich Mall, with a strong emphasis on being out and about.

Spring is well and truly here, and the crowds turned out in force to make the most of the ‘Ipswich Spring Garden & Harvest’ held recently in the Ipswich Mall.

Celebrity chef Ben O’Donoghue cooked up a storm for the hungry crowds. There were loads of children’s activities, book signings, demonstrations, free entertainment, workshops and a heap of stalls, which created a fun market atmosphere.

Wines and local ales were available as was fare from local foodies and Mehfils Restaurant, plus there was plenty of great menu ideas created at the cooking demonstrations.

David Stuhmcke from ‘A Lot A Books’ said he was impressed with the response.

“It was a great day, everybody seemed to enjoy themselves,” David said. “Chef Ben O’Donohue and Jerry Coleby-Williams from ‘Gardening Australia’ were both very popular.

“Jerry stayed an extra hour, with so many people lining up to see him. He really enjoyed it. I’d love to see this event every year!”

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Spring is here and I’ve had the pleasure of attending several school fetes as well as the annual Glebe Garden Expo and the Rosewood Festival. I look forward to this time of year when everyone is starting shake off winter, plants are beginning to flower and the birds are singing.

I confess though that my favourite activity at these fetes is often purchasing the home cooked jams and chutneys!

When Parliament is not sitting, I make sure I get to as many local meetings and events as possible. In addition, this time provides a good opportunity for me to get out and about and meet locals at my regular mobile offices. I recently set myself up with some volunteers at the Fernvale Markets and I was pleased to see that it is still very well attended, with hundreds of people coming through the gates. Last week, I spent two days travelling with my mobile offices in rural Ipswich and in the Somerset region, listening to locals who wanted to share their stories and their concerns. This is a really good opportunity for me to understand the issues people are facing in my electorate and I thank everyone who takes the time to stop by and chat to me.

Last Saturday I attended Blue Care Alkira’s Aged Care Facility in Toogoolawah to share in their 25th Anniversary celebrations. This is a wonderful facility and I congratulate the staff, the management and the residents on their 25th Anniversary.

Part of my role on the Joint Select Committee

on Constitutional Recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples requires me to travel around Australia to attend public hearings and get feedback from the community and from stakeholders.

At these public hearings, we are asking all Australians for their views on how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be recognised in the Constitution, and whether the Constitution can address issues of discrimination. This bipartisan Parliamentary Committee is doing some good work and I welcome the day that Australia’s First Peoples will be recognised in our Constitution.

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Every year we welcome the arrival of Spring with such excitement. The warmth of the season change, the adorning of dresses and brighter colours always sees happiness all around.

So it is no surprise that the annual Spring Racing Carnival is celebrated by so many and for those who don’t know a lot about spring racing, you may have heard of a little race that stops the nation, Melbourne Cup, which is an annual event and has been running for more than 100 years.

There are now several other annual horse racing days that take place all around the country and make up the Spring Racing Carnival including Derby Day which is now a very well attended day by ladies.

Now, personally the racing of the horses is not what thrills me the most; it is the fashions! The opportunity to wear extravagant headwear and pretty frocks is always an occasion I look forward to. I also love to encourage others to piece together fashions in and around Ipswich supporting local boutiques and scouring the vintage shops for unique accessories ensures getting ready is fun.

This season bright orange and bright pink will be seen together along with mint green and pretty coral. White is also back adding a hint of coolness to the warmer days. Add in a glass of champagne and a gorgeous Spring day out with friends and you have yourself the perfect Spring Carnival racing event!

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Ipswich Grammar School is issuing a challenge to all golfers who believe they can tame the demanding golf course at Brookwater Golf Club in the annual Red & White 151 Golf Day, to be held on Friday 3 October.

This is a not to be missed event, played in the popular Four-Ball Ambrose format and promises a great day out. The nomination

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CINEMA ENTERTAINMENT THIS

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS THE $5 HOLIDAY MOVIE SAFARI WEEK ONE: SAT 20 SEP – SAT 27 SEP FEATURING:

8 AWESOME FA  READING HUT MILY MOVIES & AC  FACE PAINTING TIVITY CENTRE IN COMPETITION  COLOURING  $5 AND SO MUCH MOR KIDS COMBOS E FAMILY FUN!

$5 holiday Zoofari!

Looking to entertain the whole family these school holidays for a bargain price?

To celebrate the September break, Limelight Cinemas is offering a heap of specials to keep you, the kids AND your wallet happy.

From now until Monday 6th October there is the Limelight ‘Zoofari’ — a collection of some of the most popular animal movies of all time, including some screening for the first time in Ipswich on the big screen for a whole new generation of fans.

In the first week of the holidays moviegoers can enjoy the Aussie classic ‘Babe’, or enjoy one of three Disney classics in the shape of ‘Bambi’, ‘Lady & The Tramp’ plus the cult classic ‘The Fox and the Hound’.

In the second week there’s more animal fun with all the action of ‘Madagascar’, ‘Kung Fu Panda’, ‘Happy Feet’ and for the first time in Ipswich, the 1941 classic, ‘Dumbo’.

Best of all, each movie is only FIVE bucks per ticket, plus there will be Face Painting, Colouring in Competitions, $5 Candy Bar Kids Combos, activities plus much more!

Don’t forget Limelight has other great new movies like ‘Disney’s Planes: Fire & Rescue’,

‘The House of Magic’, and ‘The Boxtrolls’. Plus the great family films ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’, ‘Step Up: All In’ and ‘The Maze Runner’ The fun doesn’t end there... on Saturday the 28th September there’s a SING-A-LONG screening of Disney’s ‘Frozen’ where you can sing along with the movie which is now the most successful animated film of all time.

PLUS they haven’t forgotten mum and dad.

For a limited time only you can see the movies in style with a visit to ‘The Lounge’, where you can get TWO tickets for just $25*… yes, that’s $25 for TWO tickets!

For more information on this amazing offer, or to check session times, visit www. limelightcinemas.com.au *Offer valid from September 14 to October 2 from 5pm Sunday to 5pm Thursday for Limelight Rewards or Limelight Legends members.

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Zambrero brings the taste of Mexico to Riverlink Mexican restaurant franchise Zambrero, one of the fastest growing in Australia, opened in Ipswich on Wednesday 3rd September, and is a big hit with locals!

Zambrero’s menu features all the Mexican favourites such as tacos, burritos and nachos, but what distinguishes Zambrero’s food is its focus on nutritious meals bursting with true flavour.

Selections include slow-cooked meats spiced with herbs, the freshest of accompaniments from lettuce to fiery jalapenos and a range of sides such as homemade guacamole.

There is also a selection of six inspired sauces, found only at Zambrero, to complete your meal. Zambrero Mexican restaurants also make

a point of catering for dietary requirements, so diners need only click on the website to check kilojoules, or whether a meal is gluten free, dairy free or more.

Zambrero is Mexican with a mission: a healthy quick service restaurant as well as humanitarian enterprise committed to tackling world hunger. It does this via its Plate 4 Plate charity initiative, which means for every burrito or bowl sold, one meal is donated to someone in need around the world or living in an underprivileged Australian community.

Zambrero Ipswich is situated in the Ipswich Riverlink Shopping Centre Food Court.

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SCHOOL HOLIDAY

PROGRAM Don’t let the kids get bored these school holidays with a host of free events available at Ipswich Libraries.

The MakerSpace Program is a successful global phenomenon in public libraries where participants had an opportunity to develop their critical and creative thinking in a fun, welcoming and creative environment through sharing, making and tinkering MakerSpaces are basically spaces for DIY activities with a science, arts and crafts and technology theme.

The aim of the Makerspace Program is to

use everyday materials including recycled and upcycled materials and technology to create something unique and practical while developing skills of critical thinking, creativity and innovation.

The activities on offer during the September and October school holidays include:

MakerSpace: Made by Me Workshops at all branch libraries for school age students. At each library participants will be provided with found, scrounged and pre-loved objects as well as inspiration and guidance, on a different theme and challenged to create something new, unique and awesome.

• Workshop inspired by Fabric and Fibre — Redbank Plaza – Ages 5+ September 23, 10am-11.30am; • Workshop inspired by Fabric and Fibre — Orion Springfield Central – Ages 5+ –

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Buy now at eventcinemas.com.au or at the box office * 3D surcharges apply. 3D Glasses $1 (ea) if required. $1.10 online booking fee per pass. Valid for the above films only. Excludes special events. Valid for 2 Adults & 2 Children OR 1 Adult & 3 Children. Children aged 3-15 years. Maximum 1 adult or 1 child can be added for $5 for 2D or $7 for 3D. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Only valid at Birch Carroll & Coyle Ipswich.

September 24, 11am-1pm • Workshop inspired by Natural Materials — Redbank Plains – Ages 5+ September 25 – 10am–11.30am • Workshop inspired by Paper, Paste and Pulp — Ipswich Central Library – Ages 5+ - September 26, 10am–11.30am or 1pm-2.30pm • Workshop inspired by Pre-Loved T-Shirts — Bring your own T-shirt or choose from our collection – Ipswich Central Library – Ages 10+ –September 30 , 1pm-2.30pm;

3D Design using Minecraft and 3D Doodler Use Minecraft to design a building or statue or whatever you want in 3D then learn how to export the file, get it ready to print, choose your colour and print: • September 22, 9am-12pm – Ipswich Central Library – Ages 12+ LEGO Time Challenge • Join our LEGO challenge or challenge yourself to create something awesome before your time is up: • September 23, 10am-11.30am or 1pm2.30pm – Ipswich Central Library – Ages 5+ • September 30, 9.45am–10.45am – Redbank Plains Library – Ages 5+ • October 2, 9.45am–10.45am – Redbank Plaza Library – Ages 5+

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On the hunt for something to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Well, there’s entertainment for everyone at BCC Cinemas Ipswich!

Die-hard fans of the original franchise can catch the live action feature charting the original story of New York’s greatest crime fighters in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (M) which is now screening.

Kids of all ages will celebrate Dusty Crophopper’s return to cinemas for Disney’s Planes: Fire and Rescue (G), which is also now screening. Adding to the great school holiday movie line up is a new breed of family — The Boxtrolls (PG), a community of quirky creatures who have lovingly raised an orphaned human boy named Eggs.

Catch these and other great new titles these school holidays and save with the Event Cinemas Family Pass! For just $26, you can entertain the whole family with passes valid for two adults and two children, or one adult and three children! There are even more savings on a Tuesday, with all tickets just $5. Yes, just FIVE DOLLARS!

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Build something awesome out of cardboard, recycled materials and imagination in our first Global Cardboard Challenge inspired by Caine’s Arcade: • September 30, 10am–11.30am – Redbank Plaza Library – Ages 5+ • October 2, 10am–11.30am – Redbank Plains Library – Ages 5+ • October 2, 1pm–3pm – Orion Springfield Central - Ages 5+ • October 3, 10am–11.30am or 1pm–2.30pm – Ipswich Library – Ages 5+

Movie Mania See a great movie at an even better price. These holidays check out The LEGO Movie (PG). It will screen on October 1 from 1pm in the Barry Jones Auditorium in the Ipswich Central Library building. Bookings are essential for the movie and the cost of just $1.20 per ticket is payable at the time of booking.

All library branches will also be offering times when families can drop in without booking and participate in MakerSpace activities.

Visit any branch of Ipswich Libraries between 10am and 2pm on any week day during the school holidays to explore the Drop in MakerSpace. Choose from a variety of retro activities including weaving, threading, knitting, giant board games and bingo.

Holiday fun at BCC Cinemas

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There are also a host of great other activities to enjoy, including face painting, paper plane racing, ‘Create a Cupcake’ workshops, and even a ‘Superhero Friday’ with great prizes to be won!

Check out these great fun activities over the school holidays and don’t forget on October 3, its ‘Superhero Friday’ For session times and other information visit www.eventcinemas.com.au or drop into Ipswich Cinemas, above Harvey Norman, Ipswich Mall.

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Little Creatures Pale Ale “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,” This proverb could not be more poignant to describe my introduction to the wonderful world of craft beer. My journey began seven years ago when I ventured down to my local watering hole with a couple of friends. My friend was nice enough to get the first round and he returned with a rich amber cultured beer.

It was Little Creatures Pale Ale. At first I was hesitant, but on my first sip I succumbed to the flavor and was hooked. Beer with flavor, who’d a thunk it?

Since then my journey has been a well rounded one: from pouring craft beer behind a bar, designing ads for craft beer and even selling craft beer on the road. So, being somewhat of an ambassador to craft beer I feel it is my duty to help people with that first step, and part of that is pointing people in the right direction.

My finger of guidance is pointing at Ipswich’s premier steakhouse Char’d at the Prince Alfred Hotel in Booval.

Much to my pleasure I might add, are making the first step into craft beer. They will be ranging many different craft breweries like Murray’s, Holgate, Burleigh Brewing and Stone & Wood as well a few little gems from Sydney and Melbourne. The beauty of this craft beer revolution at Char’d is that they will help you match your meal to the perfect beer, creating the ultimate dining experience. I don’t know about you but I’m excited! Craft beer has a rich tapestry of flavors, be brave, don’t be afraid to try something new, find your favorite then find another, put on your walking boots and take that first step, you won’t regret it.

If you’re planning an event in your neighbourhood, email us with the details and we’ll do our best to include it in this section of Ipswich Life. Just email darren@ strikepublications.com.au Robowars It’s back! See some of the country’s top combat robots do battle this October long weekend in the Australian Robowars National Championships 2014. Take your place ringside as the bot builders go headto-head in the specially designed combat arena with their Featherweight (13.6kg) & Antweight (150g) machines. Destruction is the name of the game & sparks will fly! The Australian Robowars National Championships 2014 are presented by Ipswich Art Gallery in conjunction with the Queensland Robotic Sports Club & Bot Bitz.

When: October 4th and 5th Where: Ipswich Art Gallery. Cost: FREE Email: info@ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au Phone: (07) 3810 7222 www.ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au

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Thirsty yet?

Fashion Parade ‘Something Old, Something New’ All Saints’ Anglican Church at Booval is hosting a fashion parade with the theme of “Something Old, Something New”. The fashions will be a mix of new clothes from Lilee Fashion House at Yamanto and pre loved clothes from St Paul’s in Limestone Street, Ipswich. Goodies for sale and raffle. All welcome to join us for an enjoyable afternoon.

Where: All Saints’ Church 144 Brisbane Rd Booval When: Saturday 27th September from 1.30pm Cost: $10 including afternoon tea More info: Email: asangbooval@bigpond.com. au or phone: 32821471 (Church office) or 0407179107 (Sue Ellis) Community Learning Program “Train Tracks” is a Community Learning Program provided by Rail Skills Australasia to provide participants with entry level skills to engage in employment in the rail sector.

Training will be provided in the Certificate I in Engineering over 5 weeks and upon completion provide participants with 2 weeks work experience with industry. The program is focused on disadvantaged youth, NZ citizens and humanitarian visa holders who either have residency status or are a permanent resident of Queensland. Or individuals seeking to re-skill into a new career pathway.

Event Details When: 22nd - 24th September Where:Ipswich Region Trade Training Centre, Vogel Road, Brassall Cost: Free to eligible participants More info: fbubb@rsa.org.au , phone 0422 094 142 or visit www.rsa.org.au

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Charity Screening of ‘Freedom’ Support the work of Destiny Rescue, as they present “Freedom” starring Cuba Gooding Jr and William Sadler.

Destiny Rescue is dedicated to rescuing children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Show your support for this great charity and enjoy a night at the movie at the same time! Freedom is the story of two men separated by 100 years, united in their search for freedom. In 1856 a slave, Samuel Woodward and his family, escape from Richmond, Virginia. A secret network of ordinary people known as the Underground Railroad guide the family on their journey north to Canada. Hunted like a dog and haunted by the unthinkable suffering he and his forbears have endured, Samuel has to decide: revenge or freedom?

Where: Limelight Cinemas, Ipswich When: Monday Sept 29 at 6.30pm More info: 0400 868 426 or email dradvocate13@gmail.com

EXCITING NEW RANGE OF BEERS The Yamanto Tavern

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TWENTY QUESTIONS 1. In which year did man first land on the moon?

2. How many players are in a water polo team?

3. Who was Jacqueline Bouvier’s second husband?

4. In which Australian state is the town of 1770?

5. What is the name of Princess Diana’s brother?

6. Who is the current Australian cricket captain?

7. Name the three primary colours.

8. Which US actress was born Norma Jean Mortensen?

9. How many quarts are in a gallon?

10. What date was decimal currency introduced in Australia?

11. How old was Nelson Mandela when he died?

12. What is the name of the British Prime Minister?

13. How many toes does a dog have?

14. Who wrote the story ‘One Hundred and One Dalmations’?

15. In which year were F-111 aircraft withdrawn from service?

16. Who was the winner of the 2014 Miles Franklin Award?

17. Which actor plays Cleaver Greene in the ABC series “Rake”?

18. In the 1970s, which band played “Listen to the Music”?

19. Which team won the AFL grand final last year?

20. How do you say hello in French?

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SHOWBIZ WITH 97.3 FM’s LOUISE

Could there be a Ghostbusters remake, with female ghostbusters? Bill Murray hopes so! He said his dream cast would be Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig and Emma Stone.

*Rumours have been circulating that there may be a sequel to Bridesmaids on the cards but actor and writer Kristen Wiig has dashed our hopes telling Ellen it’s definitely not on. *The Rock aka Dwayne Johnson is keen on playing the next Bond villain, except they can’t afford him! Apparently there’s a role in the next flick that “calls for a hulking brute similar to metal-mouthed baddie Jaws from the early Bond films” but a source close to the film says he’s asking for more money than Daniel Craig (below) gets paid to play Bond!

*Will Ferrell has let some details slip about the upcoming Zoolander sequel and his character Mugatu is set to return. In Zoolander 2 Derek and Hansel (Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson) are trying to compete against younger models as an opposing company tries to take them out from the business. *One of the biggest selling singles of 2013 was Robin Thicke’s Blurred Lines but it’s emerged through a lawsuit that he may not have wrote much of it at all… After being sued for it sounding like Marvin Gaye’s ‘Got To Give You Up’ , Thicke said in a deposition: “I was high on vicodin and alcohol when I showed up at the studio... The reality is, is that Pharrell had the beat and he wrote almost every single part of the song.” *Wills and Kate are pregnant with baby number 2 and Superdad David Beckham has some advice for them: “Get some sleep because jumping from one child to two is a big step, even though I thought jumping from two to three was bigger…But I’m so happy for them both because they’re such great parents and obviously to be great parents and to have the roles that they have, as important as they have, is really incredible and I’m happy that they will have another little one running around the house.”

Answers on Page 20. * Cute celeb couple Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka finally got married in a castle in Italy. The ceremony was officiated by How I Met Your Mother producer and director Pam Fryman. NPH shared the good news via twitter: “Guess what? @DavidBurtka and I got married over the weekend, in Italy. Yup, we put the ‘n’ and ‘d’ in ‘husband.’” *Orlando Bloom may reprise his role in the fifth instalment of the Pirates of the Carribean franchise. Bloom played the Blacksmith-turned pirate Will Turner in the first three movies, but was absent from the fourth. However, he hinted: “There have certainly been some discussions about it and I’m open to it…That

SUNDAY SESSION: 28th September 6pm–9pm Theme: Dr Who $15 entry Viva Italia 5/231 Brisbane Street, Ipswich Burlesque and cabaret with: • Live drawing, performances and workshops • Group bookings welcome, bucks parties, hens parties, birthday and more • Casual sketch evenings, last Sunday of every month at Viva Italia or book your private session from $15pp Booking and enquiries: p: Katrina 0432 045 581 e: drsketchyipswich@hotmail.com f:www.facebook.com/drsketchys.theswich

whole experience working with Johnny Depp was really amazing for me. I had a great time working with Johnny, one of the reasons I jumped at the opportunity to be in the first Pirates was because Johnny was involved.” *Kim Kardashian has admitted she named her daughter ‘North’ after a tabloid rumour.

She says the name began as a “a rumour in the press and we’d never really considered it seriously…But Kanye and I were having lunch… and Pharrell came over to us and said, ‘Oh my God, are you guys really going to call your daughter North? That is the best name.’”

Till next time....Louise Listen to Louise daily 9am-Noon on 97.3FM

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To celebrate the September holidays, the Zoo-fari Festival is continuing at Limelight Cinemas at Riverlink, giving families a chance to see some classic movies at a budget price.

We’ve got FIVE family passes to be won which can be used in the second week of the festival where you can catch on the big screen the hits: Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, Happy Feet & Dumbo. Its a great chance to catch one of these classic movies for the first time for a whole new generation of fans… all for just $5 admission at the biggest and best screens in Ipswich! The Zoo-fari Festival is screening for a limited season from now until Monday 6 October. For session times visit limelightcinemas.com.au

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250 FREE TICKETS FOR IPSWICH LIFE READERS TO SEE ‘DRACULA UNTOLD’ - ENTER NOW!

THANKS TO LIMELIGHT CINEMAS WE HAVE FIVE FAMILY PASSES TO BE WON!

We’ve got an EXCLUSIVE preview of the new movie ‘Dracula Untold’ just for Ipswich Life readers on Wednesday October 1st. Want to join us?

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Almost an entire century after the world’s first cinematic introduction to Dracula placed audiences under his haunting spell, the studio that pioneered the genre reawakens one of legend’s most captivating figures in an action-adventure that heralds a pulse-pounding rebirth of the age of monsters. Luke Evans (Fast & Furious 6, The Hobbit series) transforms from the cursed man history knows as Vlad the Impaler to an all-powerful creature of the night in Universal Pictures’ Dracula Untold, the origin story of the alluring immortal we have come to fear as the sun sets: Dracula. Directed by Gary Shore, Dracula Untold co-stars Sarah Gadon, Dominic Cooper, Diarmaid Murtagh and Samantha Barks. View the trailer: www.draculauntold. com.au (Note: Contest closes September 29th, winners contacted by email or phone)

The Little Death

Screening in selected cinemas from September 25th — check local guides A comedy about sex, love, relationships and taboo, The Little Death is a laugh-out-loud funny, honest, and ultimately moving look at the secret sex lives of five ordinary couples.

Maeve has a dangerous sexual fantasy that Paul struggles to fulfill, Evie and Dan reignite their spark with role-play, Rowena discovers she finds pleasure in her husband Richard’s pain, while Phil finds a newfound love for his wife Maureen in her quieter moments, and Monica and Sam become caught up in a dirty and chaotic phone call. Explore the strange, hilarious, and sometimes disastrous places our desire can take us in pursuit of that fleeting moment of ecstasy. Starring Josh Lawson, Bojana Novakovic, Damon Herriman, Lisa McCune, Kim Gyngell, Lachy Hulme.

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THANKS TO UNIVERSAL & LIMELIGHT CINEMAS, WE HAVE 125 DOUBLE PASSES TO THE PREVIEW AT LIMELIGHT - 6.30PM WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 1ST TO BE WON! CODE WORD: ‘DRACULA’

Before I Go to Sleep

In cinemas everywhere from October 16

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After suffering a terrible accident Christine (Nicole Kidman) is left with no recollection of who she is. Each day she wakes, with no memory of her life including her husband Ben (Colin Firth). But before she goes to sleep, she recovers pieces from her past, flashbacks to the accident that damaged her. With the help of Dr Nash (Mark Strong), she attempts to piece together fragments that may help her recover some link to the past, and begin to uncover a terrifying new truth that forces her to question those closest to her. In this psychological thriller based on the best-selling novel by S.J Watson, it is a terrifying tale about trust, memory and the secrets we keep from the ones we love the most.

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Brothers Gig Guide Brothers is well known for having the best mix of free entertainment every week, but in October we have a few extra treats for you.

After making a huge splash on this year’s X Factor (especially with Dannii), Melbournebased Jaymie Deboucherville is about hit the road. Jaymie’s first ever appearance in Queensland will be right here at Brothers as he warms up for his national tour. As a special treat for our members, you can catch him for FREE on 1 October.

What better way to celebrate the NRL Grand Final than with some serious rock?

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mix of Bon and Brian tracks on tap. Are You Ready? Let there be Rock!!! Show kicks off after the NRL Grand Final on 5 October.

How about some Country Royalty? James Blundell is acknowledged by many as the act single-handedly responsible for turning a younger demographic of Australians onto country music. He was the first young Australian country artist to create an impact on the mainstream pop charts and for many years was the highest selling country artist in the nation. See James at Brothers for his only performance in Ipswich on 16 October.

Visit brothersipswich.com.au for tickets and more details.

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DEFENCE Taking the ice plunge for Motor Neuron Disease cure Commanding Officer 23 Squadron, Wing Commander Simon Nickson took part in the Ice Bucket Challenge recently to help raise awareness for Motor Neuron Disease.

Motor neurone disease (MND) is also called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

This is serious stuff, as MND is a rapidly progressing, neurological disease. The disease often begins with weakness of the muscles in the hands, feet or voice.

People with MND become increasingly disabled. Life expectancy after diagnosis is one to five years, with only 10 per cent of people living 10 years or more.

Wing Commander Nickson said that the ice bucket challenge was just one small way that public attention could be focused on the dreadful outcomes of this incurable disease, leading hopefully to more research and funding to find that illusive cure.

WGCDR Simon Nickson gets dumped with icy water, poured by Corporal Daniel Chatfield and LAC Matt Brown. (Defence

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Global airlifters ask “R U OK?” Members of 36 Squadron have taken up the challenge, to ask their mates at work and in their personal lives “are you ok”, part of a national campaign to reduce the number of suicides in Australia. The sad statistic is that about 2,400 people take their own lives each year. The R U OK organisation has enlisted some heavy hitters to change that dreadful outcome, including Sir Richard Branson.

While R U OK Day was on 11 September, the campaign is ongoing. It included a five-week Conversation Bus Tour focused on driving the message to the heartland of Australia.

“While we cannot bring back the people we’ve lost to suicide, we can help each other through life’s difficult times, and do this long before someone even thinks about taking their own life. We want everyone to take the time to start a conversation and really listen to what a mate has to say,” R U OK? General Manager Brendan Maher said.

“We travelled 12,000 km in a bright yellow bus to inspire people to ask “are you ok?” of family and friends, and the journey ended on the national day of action in Sydney.”

The campaign promotes the need for connection and a feeling of belonging.

“By inspiring people to take the time to ask “are you ok?” and listen, we can help people struggling with life feel connected long before they even think about suicide,” Brendan said.

Australian Health Minister Peter Dutton said suicide affects too many Australians; around seven people take their own life each day. “We all need to find the time and the courage to support those who need us most.

Australians can show their commitment by signing up to be a Conversation Mate on the R U OK website at www.ruok.org.au.

Photo: Members of 36 Squadron asked everyone they knew “are you ok.” (Defence)

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Australian combat jets deploy to counter Islamic insurgents Two squadrons at RAAF Base Amberley are preparing to deploy aircraft and personnel to the United Arab Emirates to join an international coalition, to counter the threat from Islamic State mitants in Iraq.

The Australian Government has committed to the deployment of combat and support elements of the Australian Defence Force. Up to eight RAAF F/A-18F Super Hornets, an E-7A Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning & Control aircraft, and a KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport aircraft will join the international coalition at the Al Minhad Air Base south of Dubai.

The Super Hornets will provide firepower in the air defence role and presumably conduct air strikes against targets on the ground, while the KC-30A will provide air refuelling support. The sophisicated E-7A ‘Wedgetail’ will provide electronic surveillance of the battlespace, providing commanders and combat air crews with a clear picture of potential targets, and the proximity of threats such as ground-to-air launched missiles and other ground fire.

A Special Operations Task Group will deploy as military advisers, to assist Iraqi and other security forces that intend taking the fight to ISIL forces.

Prime Minister Tony Abbott said, “We are contributing to international efforts to prevent the humanitarian crisis from deepening.

“The Government’s decision responds to a formal request from the Government of the United States to contribute specific Australian Defence Force capabilities to the international coalition.”

Australia has already provided air-lift assistance to Iraq, including the movement of arms and munitions

and two humanitarian aid drops to stranded people in Northern Iraq using a RAAF C-130J Hercules and C-17A Globemaster aircraft.

While the operational tasking is not clear at present, the Australian Super Hornets certainly have the capacity to carry out air strikes against ISIL elements on the ground and provide air defence deterrent.

Left: An F/A-18F Super Hornet air refuels from a KC-30A MultiRole Tanker Transport. (Defence) Below: An E-7A ‘Wedgetail’ delivers flares ascountermeasures as protection against possible missile attack. (Defence)

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New Hyundai i20 interior revealed Hyundai has released the first interior images of the New Generation i20, revealing the colourful, comfortable and high cabin that is a pleasure for driver and passengers to be in.

One of the highlights of the new interior is the use of contemporary colour blocks which heighten feelings of calm and create a spacious environment. An important goal for the design team was to ensure the New Generation i20’s perceived interior quality was among the best in the segment, benefiting from premium soft-touch material on all key surfaces. Independent customer reports in Germany and the UK ranked the car’s interior design and comfort higher than those of core competitors.

On many of the cabin’s surfaces a high-grade Thermal Plastic Olefin (TPO) material has been applied. The soft-touch material, found on the vehicle’s dashboard and door trims, is highly durable, maintaining a premium look and feel even after frequent use.

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seen from the outside. The New Generation i20 interior is available in four vibrant hues: Elegant Beige, Grey Blue, Cappuccino and Comfort Grey. Each interior colour took inspiration from current interior design and lifestyle trends, giving each its own, distinctive character. The beige interior draws inspiration from the elegant Mediterranean way of living, while the vibrant blue and grey interior designs are influenced by the flagship stores of contemporary lifestyle brands. The rich brown shade echoes the lounge feeling of modern interior design.

In order to create a clean and efficient cabin, Hyundai’s ergonomics team grouped together key technologies such as audio, heating and ventilation to make the centre console as functional and easy-to-use as possible.

New Generation i20 will make its public world premiere at the 2014 Paris Motor Show.

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Subaru launches Special Edition BRZ Subaru has launched a Special Edition BRZ sports coupe featuring multiple additions to the equipment list that will give the multi award-winner even greater on-road presence.

It will be sold in both manual and automatic form and is available for pre-sale both through the Subaru retail network.

The added specifications are: *GT stripes *17-inch STI alloy wheels *STI boot lip spoiler (body colour) *STI front, side and rear side under spoilers *Rear under diffuser *STI push button start switch *STI short shift assembly (manual-only) *STI shift knob (manual-only)

The BRZ Special Edition is available in every colour in the MY15 BRZ palette.

Subaru Australia Managing Director, Nick Senior, said: “This Special Edition represents tremendous value as it combines the recently announced MY15 enhancements, including suspension tweaks, with some fantastic kit that only adds to its outstanding on-road presence and reputation.”

As with every new Subaru in the range, BRZ has a five-star rating for occupant safety from the independent Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP).

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Toyota has been named the most trusted automotive brand in Australia for the ninth consecutive year, giving Toyota an enviable double: it is also Australia’s best-selling automotive brand.

More than 2,400 Australians were polled for the “Most Trusted” brands survey conducted for Reader’s Digest Australia.

The magazine said the survey was designed to identify the brands that enjoy the on-going trust of Australians because they continue to offer quality and substance.

It said trusted brands ensure their products are reliable, recognisable and useful for consumers who are savvy at decoding brand messages and quick to detect those that suit their lives and lifestyles - and those that do not.

Toyota Australia’s executive director sales and marketing Tony Cramb said the company valued the trust and loyalty it had earned among Australian drivers over more than 50 years of doing business in this country.

“Toyota has worked hard to develop a rich heritage of class-leading vehicles built on the principles of quality, durability and reliability, all while being fun to drive,” Mr Cramb said.

“The strong relationship we have built with our customers has also resulted in sustained business success,” he said.

“For the past 11 consecutive years, Toyota has been the best-selling automotive brand in Australia while Corolla was Australia’s bestselling car last year — a feat it has repeated so far this year.”

Mr Cramb said Toyota’s consistently strong performance in the annual survey was a tribute to employees throughout the company and its national dealer network.

“Toyota is proud to be the most trusted among more than 50 automotive brands in Australia. We are determined to keep improving our vehicles and all aspects of our business in the interests of our customers and their families,” he said.

Australian motorists have bought almost six million Toyota vehicles while more than one million locally built Toyota cars have been exported.

Comments about Toyota by survey respondents include: “Toyotas just seem built to last. My parents have always had Toyotas and they just kept on ticking for years and years, never any issues.” Male, 25-29, Queensland.

“They are renowned for their race car involvement and learn about safety by performing in these types of events. They then put their knowledge into building safe, economical road cars.” - Male, 18-24, Victoria.

“I have had six Toyotas and can’t fault them or Toyota’s service.” - Female, 65-69, Queensland.

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Clay Dawson, is a top contender for an Ipswich Sports Award, to be announced in November.

The 32-year-old Arts Teacher at Rosewood High School took up running a few years ago for fun. Currently he runs around 20 km a day…yes, a day! Not bad for someone who once weighed 118kg!

“When I started running there were no goals, and now I’m doing things I never dreamed I was capable of doing.

“I know I’m never going to make the Commonwealth Games, or being a national champion… it just blows my mind that a fat kid who barely represented his district can represent his state as an adult,” Clay said.

“I started running to get fit and lose weight.

I took a trip to Canada and did some crazy things there with some friends who talked me into doing an Adventure Race in the running leg, and I loved it.

“When I got back home I joined a running community, and found one in Ipswich. The following Monday I was training with them.”

People often ask marathon runners what goes through their heads, and Clay says its is great for getting a clear head.

“I run all over Ipswich, normally about 140km a week, mostly in the afternoons and all over the place to mix things up. I love it because it clears the mind. It keeps me sane, as there isn’t much time in anyone’s life when you have time to be selfish, breathe fresh air and think what I want.” Clays achievements are impressive: - 1st Brisbane Marathon 2014 - 3rd Open State 10,000 mtrs Championships - 3rd Sunshine Coast Marathon - 4th Australian Marathon Championships (1st Queenslander to finish) - 3rd Hobart Cadbury Marathon.

- Intraining Club Person of the Year 2013 - Brisbane Road Runners 2013 Club Champion

Chloe Trace is an ace Futsal player (indoor soccer) who hopes she can win an Ipswich Sports Award.

When Chloe took up Futsal she never imagined where it would take her. Earlier this year she joined the Australian team as they played in the United Kingdom, winning all their games on tour, plus took time out with her new friends to tour the most famous stadium on Earth.

The West Moreton Anglican College student learnt her trade at school.

“My soccer coach said I should trial for the school Futsal team, and then from that I got selected for Queensland, then made the Australian team.

“I got a letter after the national championships to tell me I made the team and we went to the UK in April. It was scary, but fun, we were there for three weeks all up,” Chloe said.

“The highlight of the tour was watching the women’s Manchester City team play for the first time, plus we did a tour of Old Trafford (Manchester United’s home ground) and saw the dressing rooms, everything…it was great!”

Futsal is played on a small court, with five a side and is a smaller version of soccer with a smaller, heavier ball.

“We played lots of Academy or local teams in the UK. It was scary at first, but so much fun, I’d do it again in a flash.”

Chloe supports Chelsea and her favourite player of all time is Pele.

Chloe Trace Age: 14 Occupation: Year 9 Student Sport: Futsal Achievements: Chosen for Australian U/14 National Futsal team, U/14 Queensland School Team

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