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December has been a very busy and successful month for local not-for-profit club, Aspley Rotary.
The club has made a tremendous difference to some of the less fortunate families within our community by donating $3,000 to Aspley Care. This money assisted them to compile Christmas Hampers that were distributed to some of the families doing it tough within the region before Christmas. Moreover, the club held a free Christmas Carols Community Event in conjunction with the Aspley Hornets that raised a mammoth $600 through gold coin donations which will be presented to Youngcare at their meeting on Thursday 13th January 2022. And to top off all the hard work, the Aspley Rotary Club also raised $11,793 through their annual Christmas Trailer Raffle which will be put to good use supporting charities in the local community. Congratulations to Maria Gilbuena of Fitzgibbon who held the winning ticket! The second prize ticket holder was Debbie Dewberry of Banksia Beach. The club also carried out their ‘Christmas Wrapping’ services at Harvey Norman Aspley and raised $1,729 through gold coin donations which will be presented to Hummingbird House at the January Meeting. Aspley Rotary would like to thank the community for their support of the above events.
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Meals on Wheels is well known in our community as a provider of hot, cold, and frozen pre-prepared nutritious meals to seniors and those who need support.
They operate right throughout the region and deliver a very wide range of meals daily on weekdays. The organization is partially reliant on donations, and the many volunteers who work in the kitchens or out in Jason from North Lakes Signs with Anna-Marie MOW the community delivering the meals often using their own cars. They also fundraise in the community by providing catering to businesses, organisations, and doing sausage sizzles at places like Bunnings, as well as sporting functions and are renowned for their quality food. Jason Green at Norths Lakes Signs is proud to be a supporter of Meals on Wheels and has donated a much-needed sign to be used at outdoor functions to raise public awareness as to who is providing the food. Anyone who might like to offer some of their spare time to help Meals on Wheels to assist in the kitchens or go out delivering the meals as a driver or assistant can contact Meals on Wheels (Petrie branch) on 3285 2532. Applications now open:
The Eatons Echo is a FREE monthly publication delivering 14,500 copies per month of what matters to the Eatons Hill and surrounding areas. Our paper is 100% locally owned and operated, which means we don’t just talk about being local, WE ARE LOCAL; we live it everyday. Distribution is carried out via direct letterbox delivery to homes and businesses in the suburbs of; Albany Creek, Eatons Hill, Warner and Cashmere. Copies can also be picked up from a variety of magazine stands within the above suburbs. ..................................... Copyright: The Eatons Echo is produced by MAC Group Publications Pty Ltd (The Publisher). All rights are reserved and the contents are copyright and may not be reproduced without permission from The Publisher. All care is taken by The Publisher, however responsibility is not accepted for errors or omissions and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of The Publisher. COVID-19: At the time of going to press (3rd January 2022), information contained within this issue is correct. As the situation with the COVID health crisis is ever changing, we urge you to contact organisers of any events listed within our publication if you are doubtful about times and dates. For more information, visit www.echo-news.com.au or email admin@echo-news.com.au The deadline for the February edition is 27th January Page 4 - January 2022, The Eatons Echo
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Brookside Shopping Centre’s rooftop is a-buzz with excitement with the harvest of the first pot of honey from its resident bee hives taking place last month.
With bees playing a critical role in preserving ecological balance, along with acting as an integral part of the wider ecosystem, the team at Brookside were keen to introduce the bee hives to the area. Through pollination, bees have an impact of many parts of the environment, but particularly on the growth of crops, flowers, and plants. Not only is it helping to strengthen the bee population, but is assisting to pollinate suburban gardens around the shopping centre’s trade area. The beehives are managed by the centre’s very own Brook News Nextra Newsagent, Mr Stephen Bird. Brookside’s Centre Manager, Mr Shaw said that with Stephen’s support and guidance, they were able to proceed with the environmental initiative with confidence. ‘The hives were installed earlier last year and produced their first crop of honey last month. The rooftop was the chosen location for the bees to call home, as it is otherwise unused, and ensures there is no risk to customers,’ Mr Shaw said. Mr Shaw continued on to reveal that Brookside wanted to contribute to the wonderful green spaces that surround the shopping centre, and that the bees will play a vital role in maintaining biodiversity and keeping the area in bloom. With local customers keen to pay a premium for the pleasure of being the first to taste Brookside’s honey, the first pot of honey was auctioned off. Proceeds from the auction were donated to the Youngcare - a charity fighting for freedom, dignity and choice for young people with high physical support needs to
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Dickson Candidates Where Are You?
The Hills & Districts Chamber of Commerce Inc. will be holding a ‘Meet the Candidates’ Forum at their breakfast meeting in the new year.
They are working with an approximate timetable that the election will be no later than May 2022, meaning the Forum would most likely be held on March 22, 2022, or a date (to be confirmed) in April 2022. The Chamber are inviting all known candidates for both the Dickson and Ryan electorates to take part. The ‘Meet the Candidates’ forum is an opportunity for chamber members and the wider community to question and hear the responses of candidates standing for election. They aim for a friendly and cooperative atmosphere in which the community can hear political discussion free of overly enthusiastic or disruptive attendees. As always, an experienced chairperson will be present to ensure that a balanced, cordial arena will provide all candidates with the opportunity to explain why they are offering themselves as candidates. The Chamber are conscious that many things can change in the months leading up to the election, however if you intend to nominate for either electorate and wish to take part, they would be grateful if you could forward your best contact details as well as your intention in principle via return email to Committee Chair, Mr Brian Battersby by mobile on 0418 878 508 or by email advocacy@hillschamber.org.au MEET THE CANDIDATES FORUM: Date: Tuesday, Breakfast Meeting, date to be determined. Time: 6:45 am sharp - 9am. Location: Arana Leagues Club, 247 Dawson Parade, Keperra.
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Local Bursary Helps Make Nursing Aspirations Possible
A bursary donated by a local community group is making a real difference to the education experience of a nursing student at the USC’s Moreton Bay campus.
Amber Wighton, who is currently studying a Bachelor of Nursing Science was the successful recipient of the Zonta Club of Pine Rivers Bursary, which aims to support undergraduate students by assisting with study-related costs. The bursary, worth $1500, is awarded each year to a female student enrolled in any program at the university’s Moreton Bay Campus. Amber said the bursary has changed the whole course of her degree. ‘As a recipient, I find it easier to focus on my studies without financial stress,’ she explained. ‘Study hours during semester, together with placements, mean my work hours are reduced and this can add financial pressure. ‘Placement-related expenses include scrub tops, work pants, shoes, a nurse watch, stethoscope, sphygmomanometer and textbooks and this is what the bursary covered the Amber Wighton cost of, easing that pressure for me.’ Amber, who has spent 10 years in the healthcare industry, has aspirations to graduate with a high GPA and then complete a Master of Nursing in the hopes of becoming a nursing practitioner. She said she would ultimately like to work in remote communities. “As a proud Wiradjuri woman, my focus will be on providing culturally competent care that will help close the gap for Indigenous Australians,” she said. The Zonta Club of Pine Rivers is now raising funds for next Federal Member for Dickson year’s USC bursary and has recently set up a GoFundMe page for this purpose. If you would like to donate, and make a real difference to the educational experience of a deserving female student, head to gofund.me/3fc3523d or scan the QR code QR Code to accompanying this story. page GoFundMe This university bursary is just one way in which the Zonta Club of Pine Rivers helps to empower women and girls in the community. As a member club of Zonta International, the club seeks to expand opportunities for women and girls through education and service projects. It also advocates for equality, education and an end to child 3/199 Gympie Road, marriage and gender-based violence. Strathpine QLD 4500 The club, comprised entirely of volunteers, holds monthly 07 3205 9977 dinner meetings at the Eatons Hill Hotel. If you would like peter.dutton.mp@aph.gov.au to know more about their work, are interested in becoming a member, or are a local business who believes you could peterdutton.com.au support the club, visit their website by searching ‘zonta PeterDuttonMP pine rivers’ to find more information and contact details. You can also find them on Facebook at www.facebook. Authorised P. Dutton, Liberal National Party of Queensland, com/zcpinerivers and Instagram at www.instagram.com/ 3/199 Gympie Road, Strathpine QLD 4500. zontaclubofpinerivers
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Celebrating 30 Years of Success
Nobody imagined that thirty years after conception, The Hills Echo (The Eatons Echo’s sibling) would still retain its popularity as a community newsmagazine in The Hills District and surrounds.
It all began in January 1992 when the very first Hills Echo edition rolled off the printing presses in Warwick and bussed its way to Ferny Hills. Those were the days of light tables, wax guns, photocopiers to increase/reduce logos and layout sheets. Yes, it was typeset on a computer, but ads were made up individually - printed out and then pasted into the blank boxes left vacant on the typeset page. It was hot work, bent over the light table wielding the hot wax gun in the middle of a Brisbane summer! Full colour was only a dream as it involved specialised film to be made by a graphics company which incurred added production costs. Instead, spot colour was available and the first edition boasted two spot colours - red and yellow. Each spot colour required a clear acetate overlay over the layout sheet and precise, fiddly placement to ensure the “colour” stayed within the black lines beneath. That light table was so very important! The Hills Echo commenced at the beginning of desktop publishing when computers replaced hot metal type. But the predecessor of The Hills Echo started in a more primitive fashion. The Advisor was the first community publication in the Hills District. With local historian Melva Welch as its Editor and chief organiser, The Advisor was produced by the two local Progress Associations - The Arana Hills Progress Association and The Ferny Hills Progress Association. All work was voluntary from the writing of articles, sale of advertising, printing and distribution. The final product was a collection of stories and advertising printed on different sized and coloured paper and held together by a staple in one corner. It was printed on a spirit print press where the handle was turned for each page of copy. Volunteers assembled once a month to print, collate and staple The Advisor all ready for distribution. Further volunteers would collect their copies and distribute their allotted area. Whenever newcomers settled in The Hills District they would be visited by a greeter who would welcome them to the local area, answer any questions and leave them a Welcome Pack which always included the latest copy of The Advisor. But all good things come to an end eventually. Volunteers became scarce and more and more people were discovering The Hills District as a great place to live. The President of the Arana Hills Progress Association, Bruce Smith sought the assistance of a local publications company, R.P.K. Publications, who agreed to typeset The Advisor and print it professionally. The Advisor changed its format to an A4 magazine with spot colour and centre staples. The Progress Associations were still in control of the writing of articles and sale of advertising. This arrangement continued for some time until once again, the scarcity of volunteers saw The Advisor run at a loss and its final edition was printed and distributed in December 1991. Roger and Lyn Fryer, owners of R.P.K. Publications, recognised the benefits of a local community newsmagazine and saw the potential for further growth and success. While on a family holiday over that Christmas period, they planned, costed and devised schedules which saw the birth of The Hills Echo. The January 1992 first edition of The Hills Echo was 24 pages in A4 size, printed on 40 gram newsprint. The same format as The Advisor but with a new masthead and layout. The print run was 3,500 which covered the whole of The Hills District plus Ferny Grove. The sale of advertising supported the cost of production and the distribution was done professionally into letterboxes and businesses. Thirty years later, The Hills Echo print run is now 14,500 copies,
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The first edition of The Hills Echo - January 1992 covering an almost identical area and is now owned by Katie Maclean of MAC Group Publications Pty Ltd - a local independent publisher. The paper still retains a very local flavour and has continued to conquer many local hearts within the Hills District and surrounding suburbs. Furthermore, to keep up to the times, The Hills Echo is now a multi media platform, comprising print and digital media including a popular website (www.echo-news. com.au), social media, and enewsletter. In addition, she now also has three sibling publications - The Everton Echo, The Eatons Echo and Acreage Living lifestyle magazine. Back issues of The Hills Echo can be found in the Arana Hills Library and the State Library. They provide a walk through the history of The Hills District, showcasing developments, politicians and achievements of many talented citizens. It is the only local newsmagazine now servicing this community and its popularity continues to grow with constant contributions from local groups, loyal advertisers and readers. THANK YOU to our wonderful local community for embracing and supporting our much-loved Hills Echo. From local businesses who advertise with us, to local residents who send in their stories, to our loyal readers, who continue to pick up The Hills Echo and support us each month! Stay tuned as we have so much planned for the next year - after all we aren’t just surviving - we are thriving! Happy 30th birthday Hills Echo!
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2022: The Return of the Gem Hunt An update from the Mitchelton and Districts Gem Club
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After closing the workshop in December members were busy cleaning and repairing the equipment ready for the new year opening. The Club is planning to go on several field trips in the new year to fossick for various material. Three of our regular trips are to Casino for Labradorite, Chinchilla for Petrified Wood and Cloyna/Windera for agate and Jasper, plus we hope to add more trips as the year progressives. These trips are generally done in the cooler months when it is not too hot for digging. These three regular trips are generally weekend trips because of the distance we need to travel. As the year progresses, we will have more details about other trips we will embark on throughout the year. Other than fossicking trips we sometimes travel as a group to Gem Shows which are held by other Clubs in close proximity to Brisbane. Club Gem Shows planned for next year are to be held at Wondai, Casino and Caboolture. These Gem Shows are a great source of buying lapidary material for use by members. Our fresh new look welcomes new members who may wish to join our Club. You can come along any Thursday morning between 9 am and 12 midday or Saturday afternoon from 1 pm to 3 pm. to have a look around and see if you would like to join our Club. We are hoping that conditions for organising field trips to collect cutting materials will improve in 2022.
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AUSTRALIA DAY FACT: MEN MADE UP THE VAST PERCENTAGE OF CONVICTS
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During November, the Serenata Singers were invited to sing at two Regis Aged Care facilities, namely The Gap and Ferny Grove.
85% of original convicts transported to Australia were male with an average age of 22, while 20 per cent of early convicts sent to Australia in the 1800’s were women.
On both occasions, an appreciative audience enjoyed the varied repertoire of the Singers and were observed singing along during a number of items, especially the Sing-a-Long with old favourites that are very familiar to an older set. The Singers needed to be early as Regis is very cautious about inviting outsiders in, as a means of protecting their residents in these times of pandemic. No matter, they were able to entertain themselves as warm-up for the main event. In more recent concerts, the musical directors have encouraged members to present solos and accompanied acts. They have had some willing members and others who had to be encouraged! However, all have been appreciated by audiences and choir. In Regis The Gap, the additional program acts included a cappella ballad and a trio of an old Scottish folk songs, while at Regis Ferny Grove, the residents were treated to ‘Amazing
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What's On at the Albany Creek Library! To book your event, visit www.mbrc.qld.gov.au/libraries/ events, choose your event, make your booking and print your ticket. For more information, contact the library on 5433 2638. Please note, all MBRC Libraries are operating in line with Queensland’s Covid Safe Future Roadmap, including adhering to social distancing requirements.
Creating with Polymer Clay: Thursday 6th January 2pm - 4pm Make the cutest mini potted mushroom from polymer clay. Artist Grace MacDermott shows you how! Ages 12-17. Amazing Plants of Life: Friday 7th January 11.30am - 12.30pm Join us for a plant-themed, interactive Storytime that explores the lifecycle of plants with Little Green Thumbs. Plus, plant up your own tomato plant to take home and find out how to look after it. Best for ages 2-12. Bookings required for both adults & children. Drum Beats: Wednesday 12th January 9am - 10.30am In many cultures, music is part of daily life. In fact, it is the very fabric that holds communities together. Drum beats taps into this rich tradition of using music and rhythm to unite, excite and bring people together. 3D Printing 101: Wednesday 12th January 10.30am -
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Create your own obstacle course for a Sphero robot and race it through to the end! Can you clock the fastest time? Ages 6-12. Free. Bookings required. Children/teens only require tickets to this event. Weaving for Joy: Saturday 15th January 10am - Noon Join master weaver and co-founder of One Billion Stars (formerly One Million Stars to End Violence) Maryann
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NEW YE AR, N EW YO U Health & Fitness Guide The Magic of Metabolic Health From weight loss to diabetes management (plus so much more), focussing on your metabolic health can bring so many benefits to your health. Lucky for us, we have a local medical practitioner who is an expert in this field Introducing Special Interest General Practitioner Dr TerriLynne South from the Albany Hills Radius Medical Centre. With more than 25 years experience in the health profession, and vast knowledge in the metabolic health sector, Dr South is fully equipped to answer any questions regarding the subject. Furthermore, she holds post graduate qualifications and experience in dietetic, nutrition and medicine - in fact, her first career was as a dietitian, with a specific focus on metabolic health (diabetes, cardiovascular health and weight loss)! However, Dr South not only has the professional experience to become an expert in this field, but has the personal experience to boot. Dr South herself had Gestational Diabetes and, is therefore, at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. She has lived experience of prediabetes, insulin injections and glucose monitoring. In addition, several of her very close family members live with type 1 and/or 2 diabetes. She sees first-hand the challenges this chronic condition poses in their life and can relate to patients travelling on the same or similar journeys. With a passion about all aspects of metabolic health, TerriLynne focusses on providing a holistic, individualised expert advice and believes a team approach where the patient's
involvement in decision making is essential. Metabolic health conditions she maybe able to help with include the following: • Excessive abdominal weight • Diabetes and prediabetes • PCOS -polycystic ovarian syndrome • Cardiovascular health - high cholesterol and triglycerides • Fatty liver & Gout • Hypertension ( high blood pressure ) Dr South can provide a unique medical Dr Terri-Lynne South service where she can be the voice of reason for patients "I feel I can help sort ‘the wheat from the chaff’ with all the misinformation regarding metabolic health and weight loss. I can give individual advice based on the patients' previous experience and can educate patients on all their options," explains Dr South. "My advice is based on the best research and evidence, to help patients make decisions based on their individual circumstances.” Dr South is available to see patients wishing to discuss their metabolic health on a Monday, Wednesday or Friday. To make an appointment or for any enquiries, please phone 3264 0800. Alternatively, patients can book online at www. radiusmedical.com.au
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N EW YEAR NEW YO U
Decades Of Locals Caring For Locals
Albany Creek resident Karen and Ferny Hills resident Ellen and have both worked at North West Private Hospital for decades and say it’s the caring local community that keeps them there. “It’s the sense of family… it’s a tight knit community and we look after each other. I have patients coming back and looking out for me and it’s just lovely having that connection,” said Karen – who worked in a variety of roles over her past 30 years at the hospital – from surgical ward nurse to theatres, and for the past seven years as Perioperative Service Manager, where her responsibilities include overseeing theatre, day surgery and more. Karen said the hospital still has that ‘small hospital’ caring feel, despite having undergone a $55 million upgrade recently and now being licensed for 150 beds. “We do a lot more surgical specialties here at North West Private than ever before, yet I think you get really personalised care here as people are recognised as individuals - not just a number.” Ellen has worked as the hospital’s Director of Clinical Services for 15 years. Before that, she worked for 10 years in various other roles, always valuing the connectedness between team members. “The size of our hospital allows us to have a flat management structure and my clinical managers are very hands-on , allowing me to keep in touch with the day-today operations of the hospital.
North West Private Hospitals’ Ellen and Karen “This helps us provide patient-centred care here at North West.” The Everton Park private hospital has had several operators during Ellen’s time. Ellen believes that Ramsay Health Care – Australia’s largest private hospital operator – which took over in 2005, is the most supportive and inclusive. Ellen reflects on having met Ramsay Health Care’s founder Paul Ramsay before his passing in 2014. His passion, company’s ethos, has always inspired her. “He always used to say over and over how we’ve got to care for our people – and that’s now known as ‘The Ramsay Way’ – we’re people caring for people.”
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N EW YEAR NEW YO U
Slowing Down The Ageing Process What You Need To Know!
Your 40’s and beyond can be years when you’re just as in shape and active as ever. Whether you’re just entering your 40’s, are well acquainted with them, or can see them in your rearview mirror, you may wonder if there are changes you should be making to your fitness and nutrition routines to optimize your health and feel as fit and vibrant as you‘d like. So what is our best shot at slowing down the ageing process? Structured and safe strength training with a bit of fun! Local business Enhance PT is passionate about helping people reach their fitness goals without all of the hype you may find elsewhere. They foster a strictly non-glamour zone where classes are lead by experienced female trainers only. Owner and operator Miranda Pardon uses her age as a selling point. “I’m 51 and not a gym bunny, but that doesn’t mean I’m not fit or strong. I know that some people are reluctant to start an exercise program because they feel intimidated by gyms, mirrors, and those hard-core-type gym images. At Enhance PT we want to change that perception. We’ve been working with the 40+ age group for many years and we’ve found that most people want to come and exercise with real people and with trainers who understand aging bodies.” The 40+ age group can have very specific requirements with exercise prescription. Fitness programs need to be modified to suit age groups and accommodate health issues. Menopause, degenerative bone conditions, vertigo,
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heart and lung disease are to name just a few. Enhance PT offer small group training so they can provide appropriate supervision with a focus on injury prevention and a maximum of 15 people per class. Movements for everyday life, such as flexibility, balance, functional strength are all incorporated into their programs. Clients can you work at THEIR OWN level and don’t have to worry about keeping up with anyone else. So, if you’re looking to get back into exercise in a safe, social and fun environment , pop along and join the Enhance PT community this January with their 10 for 10 offer - every class for 10 weeks is $10 per class!
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SignOn for local sports We are fortunate to have so many community minded sports clubs in our region. In this feature we showcase some of our local clubs and provide information regarding their upcoming Sign On days, events or classes.
Community Sport – Why Play It? By Georgia Wright
As a sport-lover and a writer for Echo News, I thought to myself, why not fuse my enjoyment for both hobbies together for this month’s article? For as long as I can remember, sport has always been a big part of my life. From carving up the dance floor as a child, to finding my strength at Tae Kwon Do, to calling myself an Arana Hills Netball Club player, I have never gone a period of time without sport—and I don’t plan to, either! According to research, children who dabble in sports are eight times more likely to grow up to be healthy, productive adults with stronger leadership and communication skills. Even the academic performance and mental health of young ones are evidenced to improve, along with their social abilities. The countless benefits of participating in regular physical activity are known far and wide by all. However, the bottom line is—kids need exercise. And lucky for all the rising pocket rockets in our community, our region has a marvellous array of sporting clubs on offer.
With 2021 finally coming to a close, another year of opportunities and open doors lies ahead of us. For the youth in our district, the New Year Resolution of ‘getting fitter, happier and healthier’ can easily be made into a reality. Dozens of signon days and try-outs are right around the corner, so make sure to take note of some of these essential dates in our feature. Personally, I’ll be forever glad that I started up sport from a young age, and even gladder that I found my love for netball. Some of my highest highs have been felt on the netball court, and over the years it really brought me out of my shell. So, community sport – that’s why your child should play it.
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State in Sight for Local Hockey Players
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Ascot Arana Hockey Club is extremely proud of their talented members, many of which have been chosen to represent the state in various teams.
The club would like to extend a huge congratulations to the following members regarding their selection for the outlined teams in 2022. Queensland U18 Outdoor: Georgia Harris Queensland U15 Outdoor: Lara Pyle, Kara Bradley, Paige Houlihan and Isobel McKeon Queensland U13 Indoor: Josie Burgess, Matilda De Zilva & Isobel McKeon (shadow) Queensland U15 Indoor: Kara Bradley, Anastasia Long, Alexa Nuygen and Georgia Harris who has been Cassandra White Under 21 Indoor: Claudia selected for the QLD U18 Outdoor squad. Photo credit Dohnt Opens Indoor: Caitlain Burton clickinfocus.com.au The Queensland trials will be held in February at the State Hockey Centre where the Queensland team to compete at Nationals will be picked.
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Golf – The Game For Life In The New World themselves. For kids, this teaches them how to manage and
Considering a sport for your child to try? Is a team sport better than an individual sport?
There are many choices to consider however golf is a wonderful option which can offer many benefits for kids which will ultimately have a major impact in developing positive habits that follow into adulthood. At Keperra Country Golf Club, we specialise in Junior Golf and run regular clinics during school term as well as one day Holiday Clinics, both of which represent a fantastic opportunity to see if golf is right for you and your children. The Clinics are safe, supervised and take place after school hours and better still, no equipment is required - just a positive attitude and a big smile. Here are our top reasons you and your children will enjoy golf at Keperra in 2022: Socialising Kids make new friends out on the golf course, learning a new sport with others who have the same interest. Here at Keperra Golf Club we’ve seen friendships start as juniors and continue for well over 40 years. Safe: Golf is one of the safest sports that can be played in the new ‘COVID’ world. Fun & Addictive The game of golf can appear incredibly structured and rudimentary, however our Junior Clinics are designed to be fun irrespective of the skill level. Keperra Golf Club understands that the priority in learning the game is about having fun and enjoyment. Our clinics have been tailored to prioritise this aspect at all time. Teaches etiquette There is no referee in golf, therefore players must govern
play respectively, showing etiquette to other players and taking self-responsibility for their shots. Skills that can be used for life: Golf is a sport that can be enjoyed by anyone, at any age, played with friends or family! Affordable: A full golf membership for anyone under the age of 18 is $296 for 12 months of unlimited parent supervised golf. Testimonials: “This is an exceptional, fun-filled program run by the dedicated and knowledgeable Keperra coaches for kids of all ages. Our 8 and 4 year old sons have enjoyed each session and improved their golf skills immensely over the last 2 years. We’ll definitely be back next year.” Grant - Father of two KCGC Eagles Dates to remember: Term 1 Clinics - February 1st to March 24th (Registrations close January 25th) Term 2 Clinics- April 26th to June 16th (Registrations close April 19th) Term 3 Clinics- July 19th to September 8th (Registrations close July 12th) Term 4 Clinics- October 4th to November 24th (Registrations close September 27th) For more information pop into Keperra Country Golf Club, on Duggan Street, Keperra, call 3355 7744 or visit www. keperragolf.com.au You can also keep up to date with Keperra Country Golf Club on social media at www.instagram.com/keperracountrygolfclub or www.facebook.com/keperragolf/
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WAHRLC Hit The Ground Running For 2022
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West Arana Hills Rugby League Club are about to embark on their 53rd campaign in the Rugby League Brisbane Competition and invite current and new members to join them for the 2022 rugby league season.
The rugby league club is professionally operated with experienced full-time staff, strong development and education programs, well-maintained facilities, and financial security through sponsorship and Arana Leagues Club support. West Arana Hills Rugby League Club President Phil Stephan says the future is bright for the club: “We have worked very hard over the last few seasons to develop our club in every facet of on field and off field sections of the business. We have an excellent mix of business-minded people on our committee and the relationship between the rugby league club and Arana Leagues Club Board has never been better. The Arana Leagues Club have been a major supporter of our rugby league program over many years and have just recently assisted us with funding for new 200 lux led lighting on our main playing field which we are very grateful to have.” In addition, West Arana Hills RLFC President gave praise to the development and education programs that currently operate within his organisation: ‘Education, development, mentoring, and ongoing support is very important to our organisational culture, and it provides an excellent base for our players, coaches, and members, to grow and develop as young people and participants of our great sport. Our programs include rugby league coaching programs for players and coaches, mental health, drugs and alcohol, leadership, teamwork,
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inclusiveness, and social media. We are very privileged to have a close affiliation with the Brisbane Broncos, who provide these programs through our Coaching Director and Brisbane Broncos Development Coach Wayne Weekes.’ An exciting new addition to the West Arana Hills RLFC for 2022 is their selection as an official Rugby League Brisbane girls’ rugby league club. The club will be advertising and seeking new girls to play rugby league in age groups of under 12, 14, 16, and 18 years or age. Girls’ rugby league is the fastest growing sector of rugby league and is currently providing opportunities for girls to compete at semi-professional and professional levels of the sport through club pathways. West Arana Hills RLFC have opened registrations for all genders and age groups, which can be accessed through their website https://westaranahillsrlfc.com.au/ Alternatively, contact play@westaranahillsrlfc.com.au for further information
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2022 SIGN ON SUNDAY 30TH JAN. 4pm-6pm at Netball courts off Olearia Street West, Everton Hills
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JUNIOR & SENIOR TEAMS play in Winter Competition on Saturdays at Downey Park Netball Association courts at Windsor. Season runs from March to September. Players from 8 years (born 2012) to Opens (Seniors Over 19years). 7year olds born Jan.-Jun 2013 & in Grade 2 may also sign on. New players under 20 need to show proof of birth date.
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45 Years of Local Netball!
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2022 will see Arana Netball Club enter it’s 45th year in the community. The club has a rich history in providing a supportive, family orientated club for local netballers. Arana Netball are inviting players, both boys and girls between the age of 7 -12years, and ladies 13 years and beyond to join our 2022 winter season. With a diverse range of players of all ages and abilities, the club has a position for every player of every level. There are players just starting their netball journey, some in their 40’s and others celebrating 21 years with Arana Netball. The committee is made up of players and parents actively involved in the club and they are inviting new and old families and players to join them to help provide support to their players throughout the season. Arana Netball boasts having development coaches who coach their own teams, as well as mentoring the up and coming coaches. Some of these coaches are valued players devoted to passing on their love of netball to our young teams. The club is lucky to have a team of coaches committed to supporting and developing their players each season. An invitation is extended for expressions of interest from coaches of all levels. Coaches are provided with support and training throughout their time with Arana Netball. Online registration for the 2022 season opens on January 29th, followed by the sign on day on January 30th. The club looks forward to welcoming new and returning members.
Arana 6 Netball Team
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Netball and its Benefits
Although netball is a noncontact sport, it is fast-paced and intensive game. Netball is a sport that has multiple benefits. • Improves hand-eye coordination • Builds up muscle strength and stamina • Develops the body’s cardiovascular system • Improves the body’s flexibility and nimbleness • Burns calories, and lowers body fat if played regularly • Improves upper body strength by working key arm muscles • Develops depth perception • Increases reaction time • Pushes you to improve skills www.echo-news.com.au
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A Sport For Life
Pine Hills Hockey Club is committed to the development of hockey for children to provide a social space outside of school and for them to enjoy learning a game that we hope they will play for life.
With teams ranging for those who are five years old, up to senior masters, Pine Hills embraces the ‘sport for life’ concept through its members, with many families having more than just their children joining in. The club is very happy to be partnering with Hockey Australia to be hosting its 10th Annual HOOKIN2HOCKEY program. The program will take place at their carefully maintained fields, complete with efficient, LED lights, that are still burning bright after their upgrade in 2020. This is a great program to gets kids started in the sport. Their passionate and experienced coaches are looking forward to working with beginners aged from 5 to 12. The club’s sign-on day is a great opportunity to see what the club can offer. This year they are particularly looking for Junior Turf players to bolster their turf team in the Brisbane Women’s Hockey Association (High School age) competition. There will be a new coach on board to help the team develop in the 2022 season. Pine Hills Hockey Club also plan to continue the hugely popular social summer competitions and Back2Hockey series for adults, many of whom have made debuts and exciting returns to play after last year’s series. Pine Hills Hockey Club can truly offer a club for the whole family and with accredited passionate coaches, low fees, superior grounds, and friendly team-mates it is a great place to Play Hockey – a Sport for Life. For contact details, please see the advertisement below.
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