The Hills Echo August Issue

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AUGUST 2018

EXPO EXTRAVAGANZA

The Gap’s first ever Health and Wellness Expo took place on the 21st July and what a success it was! Turn to page 5 for the full story.

Full Story on Page 6 Finlay, Aurora, Zaydia and Indie enjoying the festivities at the Gap’s Health and Wellness Expo We are their preferred provider

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For Sale with Belle Property 460 Mount Samson Road, Kobble Creek For Sale Contact Leigh Hutton 0400 465 101

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12 Herron Road, Closeburn For Sale - Offers Over $1,200,000 Contact Georgie Haug 0411 184 561

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5 Tralisa Court, Samford Valley For Sale Contact Steve Reynolds 0478 954 915

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6 Wessling Close, Cashmere Tender Closing Monday 6th August 2pm Contact Damon 0488 747 153 Anna 0400 164 219

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Time To Say Goodbye

Well it is time to say goodbye. Yes after much discussion and thirty-four years of the family owning the Arana Hills Hardware, we have decided due to family circumstances and the slowing down of trade, that now is the time.

Losing Dad this past year has been a big impact on the family and business, even though our parents retired from it over ten years ago and assigned the running of it over to myself and my brother Stephen. Without Dad it seems lost. It was his baby that he purchased thirty-four years ago when he was made redundant from his day job. Dad was a mechanical engineer and he worked for ANI Sargents his whole life. When he left he decided to buy a hardware store in a moment of delusion. He invited myself and my brother to quit our day jobs and come and run it with him and Mum. At the time I was working in the steel industry and Stephen was a fully qualified Electrician working for industry. Dad also set up his other business as a consulting Engineer which he continued to work at until he was ninety years of age, God bless him.

We wanted to say a special goodbye to the wonderfully loyal customers that we have come to know over the years, watching your children grow and now some are coming in with their own children. It has been a wonderful experience. You are not just customers. We always considered you friends and the one thing that we will both miss and one of the reasons that any small business owner will tell you, it is you who keep us coming back day after day. You are what make it a pleasure to come to work. The chats and laughs that we have each day

and not to mention some of the jokes, not always good but a good laugh anyway.

Over the last four years Anthony and I have had the enjoyment of having our beautiful Bernese Mountain Dog Kareena at work with us. She came to know many of you and your dogs. We would just like to let her many friends know that unfortunately she lost her short and fierce battle with cancer in July and is no longer with us. She is missed enormously.

You will see us around as we live locally so don’t be shy, say hello as we will always be up for a good chat. We will be trading up to the 30th of September.

Kristy and Anthony, Kristy and Anthony with beautiful Stephen and Theresa Kareena at Arana Hardware store Arana Hardware Store

Stephen and Kristy at Arana Hardware

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EXPO EXTRAVAGANZA

On the 21st July, the first ever Health and Wellbeing Expo for The Gap took place atWalton Bridge Reserve.

The Gap’s Health and Wellness Expo was a huge success featuring 42 stall holders. This was four times more than event organiser Chantal Coleman expected.

Locals poured into the event with the coffee van selling out of coffee and the chef from Zegatos selling out of his Grilled Ribs and Calamari!

Exhibitors ranged from a variety of health, fitness and wellness providers from the local community. This expo allowed the community to come along and connect with the amazing array of committed and passionate local health care providers whilst having fun with interactive displays, demostrations and free trials. In addition, there was something for all the family with the kids being entertained with face painting and childrens’ Yoga demonstrations.

Due to the success of this event, The Gap’s Health and Wellness Expo is now set to be an annual event on the calendar with next year’s event looking set to be bigger and better than ever.

‘I have had so many locals ask about next year’s event - it’s obviously something this community needs,’ said Chantal.

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LIBRARY NEWS From Arana Hills Library Bookings are requested for all events unless otherwise stated

SPECIAL EVENTS

Wednesday 22nd August 2pm - 3pm Experience Life in Your Ancestor‘s Time

Life in Australia in your ancestor’s time – from literary sources. Our school histories tend to be about politicians, squatters and explorers. What was life really like in the days of your ancestors? A number of sources can tell us – often in a lively style.

Friday 27th August 2pm - 4pm Writing and publishing Biographies

This seminar provides everyone the opportunity to think about the process of writing their own memoir or biography.

Tuesday 28th August 4pm - 5.30pm Cyber Safety At home

The online world can be a bit of a minefield and this seminar is designed to help you understand and avoid the pitfalls.

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We have clients all over Australia who are using our experience and strategies in the following areas: ✔ Financial Advice ✔ Insurances ✔ Managed Funds ✔ Home Loans ✔ Direct Shares ✔ Tax Planning ✔ Superannuation ✔ Investment Properties ✔ Retirement and Pension Planning Our aim is to help manage our client’s assets as well as their income, to achieve their personal financial goals without adversely affecting their current lifestyle.

North West Financial Services (Qld) Pty Ltd is a financial planning organisation based on the strong ethical values of integrity and honesty.

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Rana Jewell - Public Accountant & Registered Tax Agent • Friendly, safe environment • Questions are welcome and encouraged • 20+ Years Experience “It's the way you answer those questions that makes you special. No jargon and you don't make us feel stupid, plus you allow us to sleep soundly at night knowing everything is taken care of” Client testimonial

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CMG Homes Wins Qld Master Builders 2018 Award Best Individual Home

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Freedom and Choice in Ageing Expo

Having the freedom and choice in your senior years to live independently in your own home is important to both your health and happiness.

Jubilee Community Care is helping north-west residents do just that with the opportunity to learn more about what care and support is available at its Freedom and Choice in Ageing Expo on Wednesday 22nd August.

The expo, during Seniors Week, will feature exhibits from northside businesses, community services and organisations providing products and services to older people.

Exhibitors will include a Stay Standing falls prevention facilitator, Bodytrack Exercise Physiology, Blamey Saunders hears, Star Express cleaning and property services, Michelle K Boutique and Gifts, and organisations showcasing mobility and daily living aids, assistive technologies and more.

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Jubilee Community Care director Shaun Riley said sometimes a little bit of extra help was all people needed to remain in their own homes and neighbourhoods.

‘Our organisation, based at Indoooroopilly, is a local not-forprofit one which has been caring for the elderly for almost 30 years,’ Mr Riley said.

‘We assist people to work out what support they need and tailor our services to meet those needs to help them remain in the community living safe, healthy, active and fulfilled lives.

‘This expo will allow them, to find organisations and products that will assist them in their daily living and help them to enrich later life.’

The expo will be held from 10am – 3pm on Wednesday, August 22 at the Western Districts Football Club, 65 Sylvan Rd, Toowong. RSVP to Jubilee Community Care on 3871 3220.

Garden Competition is now in full swing!

Enter and celebrate the 50th year of The Hills and Bunya Garden competition!

All entrants to this year’s competition will even receive a lovely 50th Anniversary plaque. Entry is free and there are fabulous prizes from our generous local business sponsors.

Try it out; come to the ‘Plant Fest’ at the Arana Hills library on the 18th August from 10am to noon. Enjoy a cuppa and morning tea to chat and learn about the garden competition and why you should enter. The May ‘Plant Fest’ was a huge success with many people taking home lovely free plants and gardening tips. If you decide to enter the competition you can collect and lodge entry forms at the Arana Hills library.

Some important dates to remeber; • Entries are open until 5th September • Judging will be held on the 9th of September and • Presentation day is the 23rd of September.

Categories being judged include; Back garden or front garden or both, Water wise & Edible, Acreage, Native, New Entry and Meritorious.

Some of the benefits of entering are, a sense of community, meeting new and interesting people, spending time in the outdoors, the joy of your gardens looking lovely and in some cases productive. Best of all it is fun! Free entry to all residents of Arana Hills, Ferny Hills, Everton Hills and Bunya. Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/HDBGC.

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2018 HILLS DISTRICT and BUNYA GARDEN COMPETITION ENTRY FORM Conducted by the Ferny Hills Progress Assoc Inc (www.fhpa.org.au)

ENTRY IS FREE Full Name: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………………

Address: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

Phone: …………………………… Email: ……………………………

Please indicate if you would like your back garden, front garden or both judged: ❒ Back ❒ Front ❒ Both Please indicate if you wish your garden to be judged in the Waterwise category: ❒ Yes ❒ No Please indicate if you wish your garden to be judged in the Edible Garden category: ❒ Yes ❒ No Is this your first entry in the competition: ❒ Yes ❒ No Closing Date: 5th September 2018

Judging Date: 9th September 2018

Entries may be lodged at the Arana Hills Library, Cobbity Cres, Arana Hills OR Post entries to:

Hills District & Bunya Garden Competition, c/- Ferny Hills Progress Assoc, P.O. Box 88 Ferny Hills 4055 Presentation Date: 23rd September 2018

NB By entering, you consent to having your garden photos and information being published on the FHPA website and made available for media publication.

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Arana Netball News

Grand Finals are scheduled for the 1st September with most Arana Netball competitive teams poised to play in the finals.

Well done to all teams and coaches, and all the very best for final games.

Following Grand Final day, Arana Netball will hold trophy night on Saturday 15th September, as an early evening event at the Hills District Community Hall.

Many players are forming and entering their own teams in summer night competition, most looking to play at Downey Park courts in the QCNA competition. This competition is a great way to further one’s netball experience. For anyone wanting to play summer night games, contact the club now as teams may not yet have full numbers.

For a sporting club to operate effectively, Committee and other volunteers are a vital part, and with the A.G.M. for Arana Netball Club on Monday 20th August, it is hoped that a good number of parents, senior players, and others interested, will attend the meeting. If all positions are filled, no job becomes too onerous as the load is shared. The A.G.M. will be held in the Arana Sports meeting room at the Hills District Community Hall, Dawson Parade, and will commence at 7.30pm, to be followed by a general monthly meeting.

For further enquiries call 0404 132 007 or email arananetballclub@gmail.com.

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Arana View Club September Meeting

Arana VIEW Club spring meeting will be held on Wednesday 5th September, 10.30am for 11am start at the Arana Leagues Club, Dawson Parade, Keperra. Cost of the 2-course lunch is $27 and includes tea and coffee. We will have our usual lucky door and raffles prizes with all proceeds going to supporting our 14 Smith Family ‘Learning for Life’ Students.

Our guest speaker in September will be Phillip Willington who will divulge the secrets of growing Bonsai.

We welcome new members and guests at our meetings and the many social activities we hold each month. Please phone Carol by Noon on Monday 3rd September to book.

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THE GAP & THE GROVE

Due to popular demand, we are excited to announce the increased distribution to The Gap with our August feature ‘The Gap & The Grove.’

These wonderful leafy suburbs are situated on the doorstep of our past distribution area so it is a natural progession for The Hills Echo to spread our news over the range!

With this in mind, we have welcomed new advertisers to The Hills Echo family, Sabre Bookkeeping from

Ashgrove and Cubbyhouse Montessori from The Gap. With so much to see and do in The Gap and Ashgrove, we simply can’t fit it all into one issue.

With this in mind we will be running sequal features of ‘The Gap and The Grove’ in our September and October issues.

If you would like further information about any of our features, please contact katie@hillsecho.com

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Conveniently located in Ashgrove, Sabre Bookkeeping are a registered BAS Agent and Certified Xero Advisor with experience in Xero, QuickBooks and MYOB. They also specialise in bringing your books up to date, maintaining them and setting up systems in your accounting software to make the running of your accounts smoother and more efficient. In addition, they provide training on how to manage and maintain your own accounts after bringing them up to date.

Sabre Bookkeeping can also help with your day to day accounting tasks such as: invoicing, chasing up overdue accounts, payroll and superannuation, bank reconciliation, BAS preparation and submission and Profit & Loss statements. How about a budget or a Business Plan? Have you thought you should do this, but haven’t got the time or know where to start?

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The talented team at Sabre Bookkeeping can work with your external Accountant so that the end of the financial year has a quicker turn around regarding your Tax needs and can find ways to reduce your expenses.

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Spring into the PRSS Carnival!

11am - 6pm, Patricks Road State School Brought to you by PRSS P&C

A FUN FILLED DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY! Stage Anim FOOD Acts al F COURT Rides arm Kids S STALLS E I T I V I ACT

PLUS SO MUCH MORE! RIDES (Noon - 5pm)

Cup N Saucer * Circus World Fun House * Ferris Wheel * Ball Crawl * Chair-O-Plane * Sizzler * Giant Slide * Dodgem cars * Giant Chairs * Land Train * Round Up

Skip the Ekka flus and queues this year, and gather the family for a good old-fashioned day of fun at the Patricks Road Carnival on Saturday 1 September, hosted by the P&C Association.

The school will be transformed into a spring Carnival with a side show alley, more than 20 market stalls, food stands, and entertainment with performances from school music ensembles and local clubs.

With more than ten rides, there is something for the young, and the young-at-heart. Whether it’s a whirl on the dodgem cars, a spin in the tea cups, or the dizzying heights of the Round-Up - everyone can join in the fun.

While the kids indulge in the rides, mums and dads can relax in the beer and wine tent, or enjoy a coffee and piece of cake.

No Carnival would be complete without market stalls – with so many on offer we promise to keep you entertained. We have all your favourites with cake, game, prize, plant, book, toy and clothes stalls.

With so much to see and do, replenish with a snack from one of our many food stalls serving sushi, chicken curry or traditional festival fare such as hot chips, burgers, and of course a sausage sizzle. For the sweet tooth, Ruby the Little Red Van will be serving scrumptious ice-creams, and there will be snow cones and fairy floss.

Carnival-goers are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles as a free hydration station will be available to fill-up bottles with filtered and chilled water. Please bring backpacks as plastic bags are no longer able to be offered.

The fun starts at 11am, with rides open from midday until 5pm.

For more details, visit our Facebook page, search ‘Patricks Road Carnival’ and click like.

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ARANA TOUCH

SEASON 2, 2018 COMPETITION 29th August to 5th December SIGN ON @ HANRAN ST, KEPERRA Wed 15 August 4.30 – 6.00pm Sat 18 August 9.00 – 10.30am

A Major Win For Arana Touch

Arana Touch won one of the major trophies at the Queensland Junior State Cup in Hervey Bay by taking out the small Association trophy. This was for teams in local associations from 1 - 50 teams. Then there was the medium association and the large association trophies.

Arana took eight teams to the event with both boys and girls teams for under10, 12, 14, and 16. All teams won one or two games, except the under 14 girls. But it was the Under 12 and under 14 boys that had the greatest success. Both teams made the Quarter finals of the competition. This was a first for Arana Touch, although both were beaten in the quarter finals

by Redlands, and Coomera.

The Arana teams played in over fifty games throughout Wednesday from the weekend and won close to fifty percent of these games.

4.15pm All teams and coaches are Saturday wet weather looking to return next year to days if needed challenge some of the bigger associations. ___ With a new season commencing in August our U8 to U18 Boys & Girls next representative games will be at the Sunshine Individual & team Coast regional Junior nominations Championships on the 28th October. ___ Our new season will commence on Wednesday GROVELY SPORTS 29th August. Sign on is available online and also at GROUNDS Hanran St on Wednesday 15th 32 Hanran St Keperra August from 4.30pm to 6pm ___ and Saturday 18th August from 9am to 10.30am.

Teams and individuals are Administrator or welcome and we can place Registrations: you in a team. Teams this season will have a minimum 0414 936 689 of ten players for the 12year ___ age group and above and for the under 10’s, there must be a minimum of eight Email: players. Please check out the aranatouch@gmail.com advertisement in this edition of The Hills Echo. ___ For more information contact Arana Touch 0414 936 689 or Webpage: email aranatouch@gmail. com www.aranatouch.

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Save the Samford Commons buildings

The State Government has been urged to match potential funding by the Federal Government and Moreton Bay Regional Council to help develop the Samford Commons Precinct.

Local federal MP Peter Dutton and Mayor Alan Sutherland have strongly backed the proposal to develop the old CSIRO site at Samford into an innovation hub and community space.

The council has pledged $1.5 million to the Commons project to match $1.5 million sought under the Federal Government’s Building Stronger Regions scheme.

That money will enable the construction of a new building but a matching grant by the State Government would allow the existing buildings to be refurbished as well.

The local council’s decision to not invest in saving the existing

buildings and to replace the character filled buildings with one new building, means that the community and project’s space requirements won’t be met as well as a loss of history for the area.

‘These buildings are an iconic part of Samford, a green lung to the Brisbane and Moreton Bay regions, and State Government funds would ensure they are put to great community use,’ said Samford Commons Board member Mr Blacket.

Although Samford Commons currently only have one tiny official building, the project has achieved amazing things including; Urban Farm selling locally grown produce; War on Waste Group – saving waste produce from landfill; Community Library, STEM Immersion programme, Maker Festival 2017; 90 vocational trainees graduated from programs held at Samford Commons and the Wellbeing Festival 2016.

Mitchelton Garden Club News

Barbara Beerling is the guest speaker on 6th September at the Mitchelton and Districts Garden Club meeting held at the Enoggera Memorial Hall, situated at the junction of Wardell and Trundle Streets.

She will be talking about Sub-tropical Fruit Growing. Barbara is a qualified horticulturalist who specialises in roses, fruit trees, pruning, disease control, and plant identification.

August is a good time to repot indoor plants and hanging baskets. Use a good quality potting mix to which has been added a long term slow release fertiliser. Now is the time to sow seeds for summer annuals andUpvegetables, NO HEALTH FUND - $125 New patient with Health Fund, NO GAP for Check and Clean and to keep a watch for BULK BILL - Medicare Child Dental benefit Scheme bindii in the lawn.

This club meets on the first Thursday of the calendar month. Meetings commence after morning tea which is served at 9.45 a.m. Visitors and new members are most welcome.

The hall is close to public transport and accessible by wheel chair.

For more information please phone Pat, the president, on 3356 1256.

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• Fully covered scale and clean each year * conditions apply due to level of cover.

• Gap Free Dental for kids - meaning you will not have any out of pocket expenses for your children’s general dental treatment including, check-ups, teeth cleaning, fillings, x-rays and more until they turn 25 * conditions apply due to level of cover.

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Discover the Extraordinary in the Ordinary

Nestled amongst tall leafy trees with beautiful natural outdoor spaces, Willmore Kindergarten and Preschool is set apart by how the space feels when you first enter the gate. You feel like you belong. You become a part of the Willmore family.

Willmore Kindergarten was established 48 years ago by the Ferny Hills community who wanted a place for their children to grow and learn.

Willmore offers a Pre-Prep program where children are believed to be strong, capable and competent.

When children feel safe and secure and connected to others, they thrive. Children have a highly qualified, experienced and innovative teaching team and they can interact with the same group of children each day. This closeness establishes the best possible foundation for the children’s learning.

Willmore’s teaching team are passionate about advocating for young children and researching alongside them to learn and discover the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Today, as a result of the hard work and commitment of parent committees, staff and a supportive community, the kindergarten continues to thrive.

Willmore invites you to come and meet the teachers, explore their beautiful community kindergarten and experience Willmore in action at their Open Day on Saturday 8 September, from 10am to 2pm.

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There will be so much to do including: children’s art exhibition, children’s activities, nature scavenger hunt, family yoga, face painting, sausage sizzle, coffee van and more!

You could also win one of two bikes, a 14” Flight Cruiser 95 girls bike or a 14” Flight Wing 95 boys bike, simply by entering our lucky door prize.

For more information about Willmore Kindergarten and Preschool, please call 07 3351 2022 or follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/willmore.kindergarten

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Enrolments Are Now OPEN!

Ferny Grove State High School is an Independent Public School which has developed a strong reputation for the provision of high quality educational opportunities across academic, sporting, cultural and citizenship areas. Our vision is for all of our students to reach their true potential, achieving their individual goals and making a positive contribution to their communities.

Ferny Grove SHS is recognised for its strong traditional values which are embedded in a caring and supportive environment. With a student population reaching 1800, our school is large enough to offer significant diversity and something for everyone, while ensuring that every student is valued as an individual who is encouraged and supported to 'Always Aim High'.

Distinctive features of the school include our three Excellence Programs: German Immersion; Instrumental and Choral Music; and the Learning Excellence at Ferny Grove (LEAF) Program, along with languages and cultures programs, vocational training programs, agriculture studies, extension classes in English, Mathematics and Science, and a wide variety of sporting programs. These signature programs enhance an outstanding educational provision to meet the needs of a diverse student group.

Our highly experienced staff are committed to each student achieving success, constantly striving to ensure that the learning experiences challenge and prepare all students for our rapidly changing world.

Our relationship with parents and the wider community is strong, and is a key driver of our student success. Ferny Grove SHS welcomes and encourages parents to engage fully with the school and the educational experiences of their children.

Enrolments are now open for 2019 and you can obtain further information from the Enrolment section of our website at www.fernygroveshs.eq.edu.au

Samford Steiner expands to meet growing demand

S a m f o r d Va l l e y Steiner School is expanding the enrolment capacity of the school.

An increasing demand for Steiner Education, which promotes creativity, practical capability and socialemotional health as well as academics, has led to this decision.

‘Samford Valley has experienced long waiting lists for several years,’ Director Pep Wright explained.

‘We are committed to seeing Steiner Education, an important contributor to the current and future education Prep Student, Oliver discovering the outdoors landscape, available to all who seek it. It is very difficult to turn families away from an education we know advantages children’s growth, learning and health in the modern world, and are delighted to extend the reach of the school in this way.’

In 2018 a second Prep group was established to meet waitlist demand. Prep grandparent Lianne is delighted that her grandson is able to attend the school as a result of the added class, ‘The teachers are so dedicated and make time to chat during the week. Oliver gets to play and explore at the same time he is learning.

This is a wonderful start to his schooling and I am so happy we made this choice,’ said Lianne.

The school Board recently confirmed the decision to continue double streamed classes and are confident this growth will enhance the experience of current and future students.

Positive impacts expected include increased inflow of community energy, opportunity for ‘sister classes’ to collaborate and a larger social pool for McGinn Road, Ferny Grove QLD 4055 | Phone 3550 5777 students. The school looks forward to receiving new FernyGroveSHS | email: info@fernygroveshs.eq.edu.au students in 2019 and is now www.fernygroveshs.eq.edu.au | CRICOS NO. 00608A accepting enrolments.

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COUNSELLOR’S COLUMN with Robin Botic

Relationship Dynamics - Our Challenge to Growth

All relationships are based on sets of interaction. These interactions can display observable dynamics in the way each partner habitually relates to each other. We experience both positive and negative interactions. Problematic negative interactions have a mutually held unconscious negative self belief that drives the system. The pattern of any dynamic takes time to establish and unless a couple has good conflict resolution and communication skills the difference is felt to intensify until it reaches breaking point.

A classic and very common dynamic is one termed ‘distancer/ pursuer.’ Behaviour expression of this particular dynamic is where one partner (not always the woman) complains there is a lack of attention and support. The emotional boundaries have changed from the ‘in love phase’ (six months to two years approximately) from one where boundaries dissolve, similarities are thought, perceived to predominate and there is a more enmeshed state of interaction. This is part and parcel of relationship process. However, the pursuer whose emotional comfort is conditional on more enmeshed boundaries perceives this shift, feels anxiety and fears this process of disengagement as withdrawal from them and assumes less attention is about loss of love. The pursuer’s often clamorous attempt to regain the safety of the ‘in love’ status quo push the distancer even further away. The distancer is equally discomforted often reporting feelings of being smothered, crowded, hassled, can never make the partner happy, there is no space allowed for them. Each feels the other is at fault. The more one pushes the more the resistance increases and round and round it goes with no resolution and more recrimination. Liken this to two opposing force fields pushing against each other, each feeling the energetic resistance of the other and trying to defend their space. The defense however, because of the behavioural strategies employed, is often perceived more like an attack and fear of loss and a lack of acceptance is felt.

It is in having the courage to honestly face the challenge to ourselves from the other that we grow. It is not easy. The cry ‘if you loved me you would’ is not about love but emotional blackmail. It is about us preferring our partner to change rather than having to do it ourselves. Each couple has their

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own unique twist and the ego is very manipulative and persuasive at this point. It will find all manner of ways to justify its expectation that the other should accommodate it.

There are strategies and skills that can be used to support us in understanding and dealing with these challenges.

Tid Bits

Arana Hills & Districts Senior Citizens Club Inc The Hills Community Centre.291 Dawson Parade.

Arana Hills

Winter started with some very cold mornings down to 4 & 5 degrees. The cold weather did not deter our 38 hardy members who went on the Bus Trip to Toowoomba for a Christmas-in-July Dinner. Watch this page for details of our September Bus Trip. We are holding a CENT AUCTION on the 17th August so please join us for an exciting day out.

Our upcoming events are as follows.

August 17th CENT AUCTION: Drawing starts at approx 10-30 am. also the Pedicurist will be in attendance.

August 24th Bingo.

August 31st Trivia Don’t forget our Indoor Mat Bowls every Wednesday & Fridays from 1pm to 3pm. Please do come along and enjoy the friendship with a cuppa and biscuit afterwards. Remember you only have to have turned 50 to join our Club. Cards are played every Friday morning 10.15am to noon after our meeting. Please give us a call for more information.

Till next time Mike 3351 2598 or 0406 601 589

THE WORK WELL

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Out and About in The Gap Ward

With Councillor Steven Toomey

Promoting Safety on Neighbourhood Roads

The Lord Mayor’s budget for 2018-19 has allocated each Councillor $30,000 to continue the Speed Awareness Signage (SAM) project and $28,500 for permanent LED Signage. This year a new SAM sign will be installed in Canvey Road Upper Kedron. I expect the sign to be placed in early August and will remain there until December 2018. The goal of this project is to promote safety through driver awareness and minimise speeding on neighbourhood roads. If you are travelling at the correct speed a smiley face

is displayed on the sign, while a 'SLOW DOWN' message is displayed if you are exceeding the speed limit. The program has shown a marked decrease in the number of motorists travelling over the speed limit after passing the signs. The average speed reduction across all sites has been 10 km/hr.

Over the past year residents have requested signage in their streets and I welcome any requests for portable and permanent signs in additional locations.

New Shelter for Small Dog Off Leash at Upper Kedron

A shelter with seating in the Small Dog Off Leash area will be installed this financial year in the Upper Kedron Reserve.

Thank you to the residents who participated in the park consultation. I know this will be a welcome addition to the area.

New Pathway Lighting Inverness Street to Canvey Road Upper Kedron

This budget year I have been able to secure lighting in Inverness Street park. Pathway lighting will be installed into the park connecting Inverness Street to Canvey Road. This lighting will improve access ability on a well-used walking track accessing public transport on Canvey Road.

Hazard Reduction Burn – Keperra Bushland

Council will be undertaking a planned burn for the Keperra Saddle within the next few weeks, weather permitting.

Further notification will be available via www. brisbane.qld.gov.au and on my facebook page at The Gap Ward.

Cr Steve Toomey Councillor for The Gap Ward 3407 1900 477 Waterworks Road, Ashgrove QLD 4060 thegap.ward@bcc.qld.gov.au www.steventoomey.com.au TheGapWard #thegapward

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Dickson News

from your Federal Member for Dickson PETER DUTTON

Pine Rivers Show: 3rd – 5th August 2018

The Pine Rivers Show will be another fun filled three days with various stalls, entertainment and displays. As always there is a great line up of fireworks, free laser tag, various acts on the centre stage and it will be a chance to see talented locals display their cookery, arts and craft. I am proud to be a sponsor of many aspects of the show as I believe it is important to support this great yearly event.

Please don’t forget to stop by my stall and pick up the free show bags I am giving away. I look forward to having a chat with you there.

Dickson Seniors Expo – Save the Date

One of my initiatives as the local Federal Member is to host the Dickson Seniors Expo providing opportunities for seniors in the local community to access information, activities and services available. Now the expo is celebrating its 15th anniversary and it will be held on Thursday 30th and 31st August.

Aside from over 60 stallholders participating, entertainment

by Rob Rosenlund and a special guest speaker Gerrard Gosens OAM have been secured. In addition there will be other informative speakers, fashion parades and even a chance to win a range of lucky door prizes.

I am proud to announce that we have over sixty businesses and not-for-profit organisations participating. Entry is free for seniors in the local community and a free shuttle bus will be provided every half hour from the Strathpine Shopping Centre bus stop area.

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Please contact my office if you want to find more and save the dates to attend!

National Health and Medical Industry Growth Plan

This year’s Budget delivered a new $1.3 billion National Health and Medical Industry Growth Plan that will transform and save lives through world leading medical developments.

This new initiative will also create tens of thousands of new jobs in this industry creating endless opportunities now and into the future.

In addition there is $500 million for the Genomics Health Futures Mission which will help Australians live longer and personalise medical treatment to their specific needs.

Handy Resources Available at My Office

Available at my Electorate Office in Strathpine are a number of handy information guides and other resources. These include shopping lists, seniors guides which contain information about services available to seniors in our community and children’s resources.

The children’s resources are designed to help your youngsters with schoolwork and their responsibilities around home. There are multiplication, alphabet and chores charts available. All resources are free and I hope that you drop by to pick up yours soon.

Connect with Me

For regular updates with what’s happening in Dickson, you can sign up to my eNewsletter at www.peterdutton.com.au, or head over and like my Facebook page.

If there’s anything I can help with, please send me an email at peter.dutton.mp@aph.gov.au or call on 3205 9977. You can also pop into the office at Strathpine in person during business hours.

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Ryan News

from your Federal Member for Ryan: JANE PRENTICE

I consider myself fortunate to have participated in each year’s ADFPP. I have appreciated the opportunity to develop a broader understanding of the roles and capabilities of the Australian Defence Force personnel and forging friendships with the dedicated men and women of the ADF. We should all be proud of these amazing servicemen and servicewomen.

Tax Help

Tax Help is a network of community volunteers who provide a free and confidential service to assist people complete their annual tax returns during tax time. Volunteers are fully trained, accredited and supported by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

Tax Help is available for people earning around $60,000 or less per year with fairly straightforward and simple tax affairs. I will have a volunteer operating within my office on Wednesdays. To make an appointment please contact my office on 3378 1599.

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For a week in July this year, I joined some of my Parliamentary colleagues whilst embedded with the sailors of the Royal Australian Navy as part of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC). This Exercise is part of the annual Australian Defence Force Parliamentary Program (ADFPP) where we experience the challenges of life in the Services, and of the capabilities of the Australian Defence Force.

RIMPAC is a major United States Pacific Fleet biennial combined exercise to strengthen international maritime partnerships, enhance interoperability and improve the readiness of participating forces for a wide range of potential operations. This year the exercise involves 47 surface ships, five submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel from 25 countries.

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TheMark Ferny Report Furner M.P. State Member for Ferny Grove

Samford Road review update

Samford Road commuters may have noticed an easing of the traffic problems since changes were made to the barracks entrance earlier this year. The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has been conducting a traffic flow review of Samford Road from Dawson Pde to Imbross St since 2017.

As part of the review I requested TMR look into the possibility of alterations to the Barracks entrance of a morning. TMR considered this request as part of the study and trialled an increase in right turn signalling into the Barracks by 10 seconds. Further, at certain times of the morning the signalling was run twice per cycle to improve traffic movement.

TMR have reported the signalling changes resulted in a significant travel time reduction. Before the changes were introduced the average travel time from Osborne Road to Wardell Street was eight minutes. Following the changes the same journey took only three minutes. Since the results of the trial TMR have decided to make the change permanent.

This is the first tangible dividend from the review and a big win for Samford Road commuters. Engineers will present business cases for other intersections to Minister Mark Bailey later this year for his consideration.

New SES hub for region

I was privileged to be part of the sod-turning for the new State Emergency Service (SES) Depot at Bunya with Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Matt Constance at the James Drysdale Reserve. The Palaszczuk Government contributed half of the $2 million to construct an administration centre and training

facility to cater for The Arana Hills SES Group’s 60 volunteers.

Construction is expected to finish mid next year.

Help to find cheapest fuel

From December, we will be able to see every servo’s fuel prices as part of a two year fuel price reporting trial on our smartphones. Once the price has been changed at the bowser, it will be updated within 30 minutes. Servos that do not report their price changes on time or accurately will be hit with fines. Prices will be published on apps and and websites such as Motormouth, GasBuddy, PetrolSpy, RACQ and Compare the Market.

Mark Furner MP, Councillor Matt Constance and the local SES Controller Henk Van Den Ende.

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