Centenary News, September 2014

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RSPCA’s Big Adopt-Out is on again Pictured is Tori the ShihTzu cross who was happily adopted at last years event.

See Page 5 for details about this year’s event.

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Advice on the House

with Susan Bardon

This month I am giving prospective sellers some tips on how to interview an agent for the job of selling your home.

Many agents will assume control of the initial meeting (which is usually on site, at your house) but it is very important that you ask the same questions of all your agents, so that you are comparing apples with apples.

• What is the best way for me to sell my home?

• What sale price can I expect to receive?

• How much will it cost me to sell my home?

• How long will it take to sell?

The conversations around these four questions can be quite involved; I will always discuss your own preferences and the different options that you have. From my experience and success I will usually make suggestions and recommendations but I am always mindful of your own individual circumstances, and a good agent will always work alongside your personal preferences.

There are basically two ways, and several variations within each method, to sell your home – either ‘For Sale’ or ‘Auction’. Your current needs and past experiences will dictate which method the agent recommends; beware the agent who spruiks a ‘one size fits all’ method of selling.

Common sense dictates that this cannot be good advice.

A reputable agent will give you a clear indication of the sale price you can expect to receive; this should be a fairly tight price range or a solid indication (eg, around $750,000). Most importantly, this price should be in writing and should be backed up by a list of sales

of similar properties at similar prices. This is commonly referred to as a Comparative Market Analysis.

An experienced agent will be able to walk you through all the costs of selling...not just any marketing, advertising or commission that they charge, but they should be able to give you an idea of your bank fees, government charges and legal fees. The agent should also be able to discuss stamp duty costs with your buyer, so it is important that you choose an agent who can demonstrate a good understanding of the entire process, and by discussing fees you will be able to gauge their knowledge.

You need an agent who knows our market; discussing the length of time it might take to sell your home will be an interesting conversation if the agent is knowledgeable.

Beware of short or flippant answers, as these may indicate a lack of breadth of knowledge of the current market conditions. The agent should also discuss with you the time frames for finance, building and inspections and settlement, and review the sale process with you, especially if it has been awhile since you have bought or sold a property.

As always, please feel welcome to contact me to discuss your local real estate requirements - whether buying, selling or renting. I am also available (by appointment) for any legal signing requirements as a qualified JP.

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Personally Speaking with Susannah Friis

encouragement|noun: the action of giving someone support, confidence, or hope.

When was the last time someone encouraged you? It seems to be a bit of a dying art in our society.

Encouragement is more than flattery or compliments. It is something that, as the definitions states, gives support, confidence and hope.

If you’re anything like me, it can be difficult to take encouragement. Because, I think, encouraging words are mainly said at times when we are down and despondent, we can easily dismiss the encouraging words of others as mere platitudes intended to cheer us up or rally us out of a slump.

Recently, I had some encouraging words said to me. I smiled, nodded, and said ‘thank you’ in the right places, all the while, I inwardly squirmed and disagreed with their words.

You see, encouraging words always talk about what we are doing or have done right and it can be hard to square another’s perception of us with what we believe about ourselves.

I was reminded of how I reacted to encouragement when I encouraged someone else just the other day. This person possesses a skill that I don’t, and they were freely sharing that gift with others in a beautiful way. When I commented on it, however, my words were brushed aside and almost disregarded. There is a fine line between humility and not accepting that we are blessing others.

When we shun the encouragement of others, as I did on the inside and my friend did, we’re almost saying that what that person thinks is irrelevant or even wrong. We’re not allowing others the opportunity to encourage and support us, things which can inspire us to keep going or to continue using our talents and gifts for others.

I’ve talked before about the importance of being good receivers as well as givers. And this is a case in point. We need to receive the words of others graciously, accept that something we did or said made a difference in another’s life and allow their words to lift us up.

And when was the last time you encouraged someone?

Have you told those special people in your life that you enjoy their piano/soccer/art/science skills? Or let your spouse know that you appreciate their input into your life? Have you smiled and said an encouraging word to that young mum in the shops with the screaming three year old? Or a harried teacher at the end of a long week? Have you told your kids’ sports coach that you value and support them volunteering their time for your kids and others?

We all need encouragement and the opportunities to give it are endless, if we only look around us and notice others. And watch how you receive it, too. Being gracious will in turn encourage the encourager to give more encouragement!

Who will you encourage today?

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What’s new old pussycats?

Cats often get overlooked as sufferers of joint problems as in many cases early signs are dismissed as old age. Dogs certainly remind us when walkies are overdue, whereas cats tend to self exercise...or not.

Often in cats, the spine or elbows are affected, which can make it harder to groom, so another clue might be an unkempt coat or hesitation when climbing stairs and jumping onto a bed.

The vet can often see bone changes on xray or feel thickening when manipulating the joint. Sometimes, however, the quickest way to tell if arthritic pain is truly an issue for the cat, is simply to trial with a few days of painkiller. The owner will usually notice any change in behaviour and activity levels.

As ageing cats can be prone to kidney issues and possess some unique metabolic sensitivities to many drugs, discretion is required in terms of safe choices of pain medications. Many common human non steroidal anti-inflammatory type drugs including Nurofen or Paracetamol are highly toxic to cats of any age. Even aspirin, while occasionally prescribed, is used at far reduced doses and then mostly as a blood thinner.

Safer licensed medications like Metacam or Onsior do exist and are much preferred for longer term pain control. Note that these drugs, while aiding comfort and mobility levels, do not cure the underlying joint disease. A urine or blood check is highly recommended before prescribing to determine any pre-existing kidney or liver issues.

As well as standard painkillers, several joint modifying compounds and supplements exist.

• The first and most ubiquitous compound is Glucosamine however evidence remains fairly thin and results in animals are variable. It is nevertheless safe. The ‘sulphate’ version is generally preferred.

• Fish oil type fatty acids derivatives (eicosanoids) including those from green lipped mussel or sea cucumber have been found to have useful anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The fish oil derivative DHA at high enough doses can even help block cartilage loss. Unlike most standard painkillers these eicosanoids actually improve kidney function and coat condition which helps grooming.

• Pentosan polysulphate can be given as a course of four weekly injections and is a true disease modifying compound with extensive clinical evidence in many species. Currently it is licensed only as a dog and horse product but sometimes given ‘off the label’ to cats with joint or bladder disease. It has some mild blood thinning properties so prior discussion with vet is required before using.

• Lastly, reduced load on any sore joint is always a good thing, so weight loss for overweight cats will be a big help. Work with the carnivore natural metabolism in selecting a quality diet with leaner animal meat based proteins rather than the typical higher carbohydrate cereal derived kibble mixes found in the supermarket. A mixture of quality wet and dry food helps old cats avoid dehydration and helps reduces the tendency for cats to overeat dry cereal based concentrates.

Remember to watch for signs of stiffness and soreness in your cat and if pain persists...see your family vet.

RSPCA’s Big Adopt-Out on again If you’re looking to buy a pet, be sure to visit the Brisbane Showgrounds on Saturday September 20 from 9am to 3pm. RSPCA Queensland is hosting its second annual Big Adopt-Out! With over 150 dogs and puppies available to adopt from over 30 different animal welfare and rescue groups, there is sure to be a pet to suit your lifestyle.

Last year’s Big Adopt-Out saw over 100 canines find their furever home. RSPCA Qld Rehoming and Rescue Coordinator Nicci Exposito said the Big Adopt-Out was a good example of what collaboration can do in saving animals’ lives.

“RSPCA Qld works closely with many rescue groups Australia-wide. By coming together for the day, we not only saved the lives of animals adopted on the day but forged stronger links between all the groups,” said Nicci.

If you are seeking a second furry companion, you can bring your own dog to the Big Adopt-Out so that your pet will be able to meet a potential new companion on the day to ensure a happy, furry relationship. Please be mindful that there will be lots of dogs at the Big Adopt-Out, so please only bring your pooch if they are looking for a long-term relationship.

Last year, Cynthia from Forest Lake attended the Big Adopt-Out. She was looking for a new friend for her Border Collie, Bandit. Stopping at the RSPCA stall, Cynthia spotted Tori the Shih Tzu cross.

“She looked up at me and it was like my heart had been struck by a thunderbolt. I was smitten.” Cynthia then had time to introduce Bandit to Tori. They quickly warmed to each other and now the two are inseparable.

To find out more about the RSPCA’s Big Adopt-Out on Saturday September 20 visit www.bigadoptout.com.au.

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Learning in the Early Years at St John’s Anglican College Learning in the Early Years at St John’s is the provision of exceptional, foundational learning experiences for the youngest members of our school community. It is the inquiry and play based activities, the outstanding facilities and learning spaces and the wide range of opportunities that enhance discovery and delight for each child. St John’s is well known for its outstanding provision of education in a nurturing environment which is underpinned by the strong Christian values of respect, integrity and character.

Our Little Saints Kindergarten has two vibrant rooms and a gorgeous outdoor learning area which accommodate the Early Years’ program for children from three and half years of age. The Kindergarten program involves fostering children’s creativity and natural curiosity. It encourages children to learn through discovery and play, and it guides them to be active participants, innovative thinkers and keen learners. The teachers are enthusiastic and experienced Early Years’ educators who have a passion for providing the best learning experiences for their students. Our specialist teachers who provide tuition

Children in the Prep year can sometimes find the transition to school a little daunting but at St John’s the opportunities that await and the caring and dedicated teachers to ensure that each child is nurtured and engaged. With access dynamic facilities and highly experienced, innovative teachers Prep students receive a wonderful foundation for their future learning.

St John’s Anglican College is a leader in the field of Early Years’ education, providing strong foundations in literacy, numeracy and inquiry, giving students the advantage of an excellent start to their life-long learning. Long day care and Vacation Care are also available if required.

Parents wishing to find out more about learning in the early years at St John’s and Little Saints Kindergarten are encouraged to make a time to visit the school by phoning our Registrar, Janette Collins 07 3372 0176 to arrange a personalised tour.

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An afternoon of Irish entertainment will raise funds for a good cause On Saturday 27 September, members of the Twelve Apostles Jindalee Catholic Parish will host an afternoon of entertainment featuring Irish singer Bob McDowall and friends, who will sing classics such as When Irish Eyes are Smiling and Danny Boy. Dancers from The Crocker School of Irish Dance will also entertain with some beautiful Irish dancing.

To be held in the church hall, located at 111 Yalambee Road, Jindalee, and starting at 12.45pm for 1pm start, the afternoon is a fundraiser for Christian Blind Mission and Missionaries of the Poor. Tickets are $20 each for adults, pensioners $15, children $5 and include afternoon tea provided by St Vincent de Paul.

Christian Blind Mission helps some of the most vulnerable people in the world, people with disabilities struggling against poverty. They also help with famine relief and training communities to be self sufficient. Only $32 pays for a cataract operation which sets someone free from blindness for life!

Missionaries of the Poor are an order of brothers who have set up a school for poor children in Indonesia, providing the children with food and clothing as well as an education, all donated funds will go straight to the children. Tickets for the afternoon are available by calling Ellenie 3376 5730 or SMS 0405 061 299 or call Mary 3278 7889. There will also be tickets available at the door.

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National Seniors

Update by Marlene Worthington, Branch President

Forget about your Spring Cleaning! September is a good month to join our Club and make some new friends. Our next Meeting is held at the Jindalee Bowls Club on 2nd September starting at 9.30am with a delightful morning tea. This is where you receive our monthly newsletter detailing all the month’s activities whilst enjoying a lovely cup of tea or coffee. After this, we have a short meeting and then sit back and be entertained by ‘The Best Shot Duo.’ We had a great time last month on our Explorer Trip to Newstead House. It’s truly amazing how you can get around anywhere using public transport. That day we caught two buses going to Newstead House and coming home we used the City Cat and two buses just to see what the water stretch was like. The best part of this was that we were able to use our GO CARD on every method of transport, which saved us quite a bit in fuel costs and we had no parking worries. This month we are taking a coach up to Toowoomba for the Carnival of Flowers and are looking forward to another great outdoors day.

We need our Steady Steps exercise class every Monday morning to work off all the Seniors High Teas and Morning Teas we had last month to celebrate Seniors Week. They were great fun.

We had the ‘Babbling Trillbillies’ entertain us and they were terrific. We have our MahJong group on the first two Thursday mornings 9 – noon each month at the Mt Ommaney Library Meeting Room where we teach newcomers how to play, and we also have our monthly Evening Dinner at a nearby restaurant.

We have regular ‘Morning Teas & Conversation’ at the Mt Ommaney Foodcourt, Theatre plays and Concerts. We really don’t have time to be bored, life is so busy. Join up with us and get involved in a fun time. Don’t let life pass you by in the slow lane. Some of our Members also give back to our community by volunteering their time to the local nursing homes and needy people in our community. There is always something to do and be involved in. Older Australians have so much to offer, not just to friends and family but to the wider community.

Happiness sneaks in through a door you never knew existed.

As grandparents, we are very useful to our families for minding the kids at school holiday time. I never hear our members saying they have nothing to do.

So, if you’re bored with your life and/or would like to meet/ make some new friends, please contact me on 3279 1444. If I can’t talk to you immediately because I’m out enjoying myself, please leave your name and phone number and I will get back to you when I return.

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Ladies Fellowship members at a planning morning discussing details for the market.

Pictured left to right are: Laurel Procter; Treasurer, Rhonda Harper; Rev. Tania Eichler; President, Louise Waterhouse; and Judy Corder.

St. Catherine’s Anglican Church Ladies Fellowship have chosen a new charity to support with their upcoming Babies and Kids Market which will be held on the morning of Saturday 6 September in the Church Hall in Macfarlane Street, Middle Park.

President, Louise Waterhouse said, “We like to help different charities with donations from our community fundraising.

“On this occasion we have chosen the TRACC General Kinship and Foster Care program at Roma in western Queensland. The program was named after Mrs Tufnell who donated the land for the former Tufnell Home for Children in Brisbane.”

Treasurer, Rhonda Harper said, “Some of the charities our Ladies Fellowship have helped with donations in the past have included St Marys Hostel (Toowong), Anglicare services at Inala and Goodna, an Obstetrics program overseas, a flood appeal for Bundaberg, a school program in New Guinea, Youngcare Apartments at Jindalee, the School Chaplain program at Centenary State High and Middle Park State School, the Buy a Bale drought relief program, ABM Philippines Tsunami Emergency appeal, and the Anglicare Southern Queensland Children/Youth Services program.”

“The Babies and Kids Market is a great way to raise funds for worthy charities while at the same time giving locals a chance to buy and sell quality items ranging from clothes and toys to children’s furniture and prams,” St. Catherine’s Rector Rev. Tania Eichler said.

For enquiries about the day, stall holders and potential buyers should phone Louise Waterhouse on 3376 3461 or Judy Swan on 0419 785 039.

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with Donna Miscamble

Body Language Dogs communicate through body language. Learning to read your dog’s body language is a key to learning about your dog.

We talked about why dogs bark when they are excited, defending their territory, or are bored. Other factors are fear and illness. Illness can play a large part in unwanted behaviour and a dog that is unwell may react or act out.

Diet may also have an effect on your dog’s behaviour and personality.

Dogs communicate with us and other dogs. It is up to us to learn how to listen and pay attention to what they are trying to tell us.

Looking at a dog’s tail and ears is the best way to understand what your dog is communicating.

A tail that is tucked down and under or between the legs is a fearful or anxious dog. If the tail is slightly up and wagging from side to side but only a little, the dog may be unsure of the situation or surroundings. A straight and stiff tail signals confrontation - be careful of this sign as the dog may react badly. The tail that is up and curled over but still wagging a little means the dog is on guard.

We all know what the tail of a happy and friendly dog looks like - like your dog is about to take off and fly away!

These are only some of the tail movements which can change in the blink of an eye.

The ears are another great indicator of how your dog is feeling; they can be straight up, flattened, forward or backward.

Learning your dogs body language will help you understand what your dog is trying to tell you, so when they bark or whine you will understand why, which is a big step towards changing unwanted behaviour like barking.

There are, of course, other methods to control barking - citronella spray, E-Collars or bark collars, water spray, whistles, and clickers. A bark collar or citronella spray can help but are not a permanent solution unless used in conjunction with a training regime, as once the dog becomes accustomed to the effect they will still continue barking.

These products are best used as a negative reinforcement and are more effective when followed by a positive reinforcement. When they stop the unwanted behaviour, a treat and a positive verbal affirmation works best. Dogs are happiest when you are letting them know what you want from them.

A quote from a well-known canine behaviourist The way a positive reinforcement is carried out is more important than the amount.

A return to a training course may help you stay in touch with your dog.

Stay tuned for next month’s issue which will address dogs that jump all over you or visitors as soon as you walk in the door.

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Tarnya Smith

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Our local community is now safer Local families are safer because of revitalised frontline police, smarter technology and stronger laws, according to the latest Queensland crime statistics.

I am proud to outline a reduction in reported crime in the Mount Ommaney Electorate for the 2013/14 financial year.

The rate of reported offences against property has dropped 12 percent, and homes and businesses of local families are now less likely to be broken into as the rate of reported unlawful entry is down eight percent.

Police now have more time to patrol and more resources to crack down on crime because of new mobile devices like ipads and iphones and a second police helicopter.

I applaud the extra resources that have been delivered to our community and there’s no doubt police have engaged with locals through groups like Neighbourhood Watch and the new myPolice blog to drive crime down.

Young Leaders Recognised Recently, I welcomed four emerging young leaders from the Mount Ommaney electorate to Parliament House to be part of the Speaker’s Future Leaders Lunch event.

The lunch was a very special opportunity for Members of Parliament to invite their local student leaders to Parliament House, and be inspired to create a stronger state and more caring community.

As senior students look towards graduation, some of the structured leadership opportunities available through their formal schooling will come to an end, and this lunch is all about inspiring future leaders to continue to make a difference and build a more inclusive caring community.

The lunch was addressed by Andrew ‘Andy’ Gourley, the Founder and National Coordinator of Red Frogs Australia Chaplaincy Network.

Andy spoke about his work to develop what is now the largest support network in Australia for schoolies and universities students called Red Frogs and encouraged students to work towards making our community safer, more caring and more inclusive.

Students included Vanessa Ward and Thomas Evans from Corinda State High School and Jack McKay and Sophie Chirgwin from Centenary State High School.

Don’t miss the Jindalee State School Fete Jindalee State School invites all residents to come along for a fun family day at their upcoming fete, themed I Love a Sunburnt Country.

The fete will be held on Saturday 30 August from 11am to 7.30pm at the corner of Wongaburra and Burrendah Roads, Jindalee.

Last year, over 2500 visitors enjoyed the fete which this year boasts 18 carnival rides, 25 school run stalls and 24 community stalls. There will be food stalls, decadent cakes, beautifully handcrafted nick-knacks for all ages as well as homewares and trash and treasure bargains.

Visit www.jssfete.com.au for more information.

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Bushcare Groups:

National Seniors Australia (Centenary) Elaine 3376 1986 Posties: (Mums support group)

Meet each Mon @ Mt Ommaney Horizon Drive: Chris 3279 6483 Library 9.30am - 11.30am Jindalee: Noel & Claire 3376 1412 Phone 0413 724 714 Westlake-Riverhills: Gary 0427 681 612 Probus Clubs: Wolston Creek: Julie 3715 6434 Centenary Jenny 3271 3854 Centenary & District Environment Jindalee Annette 3376 1888 Action Inc. (CDEA) Mt Ommaney Barry 3715 8361 Shealagh Walker 3376 1287 Rotary Clubs: or Warner Dakin 3376 7724 Centenary Peter 3376 4200 www.cdea.org.au Centenary Chamber of Commerce Jindalee Margaret 3722 1017 Sumner Park Christine 0439 716 998 Beau Jones 0412 629 151 Rocks Riverside Brad 0411 268 279 www.centenarychamber.com.au

Cent Community Connections

Scout Group, West Centenary

Centenary Drum Circle

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Centenary Evening VIEW Club Di 3202 9759

Centenary Flexible Support Services Cheryl 3376 3181

Mon & Wed frail aged, Tue & Thur young people with a disability

Centenary Genealogy Group Sue 3376 8156

Centenary Seniors

Pat or Charles 3379 4069

Qld Scout Centre Ph: 3870 7000 Trevor 3376 1432

Society for Growing Australian Plants www.sgapqld.org.au St Vincent de Paul Socity Sumner Park 3279 1030 Sustainable Jamboree info@sustainablejamboree.org

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State Member

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Centenary Baptist Church Middle Park 0428 747 404

Centenary Uniting 3279 2171

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Salvation Army Brisbane Water Ski Club Jindalee Centenary/Riverhills 3279 2850 Simon Reynolds 0405 655 786 Samoan Christian Fellowship, Toastmasters, Centenary Bowls Clubs: Centenary 3312 9067 Ingrid 0423 770 284 www.centenary.toastmastersclubs.org Jindalee 3376 1240 jbcbar@hotmail.com St Catherine's Anglican Ministry www.jindaleebowlsclub.org Middle Park 3376 4052 Western Suburbs Poker Club Darra Cementco 3375 4307 Matthew 0403 890 763 Seventh Day Adventist, F’Lake Cent Canoe & Kayaking Club Trefoil Guild - Centenary Janet 3376 1889

Centenary Suburbs RSL Sub-Branch 3279 5024 Centenary Quilters Glenys 3376 7722 www.westernsuburbspokerclub.com Mick 0402 643 465 Peter 0412 194 717 Spanish/English 3278 8309 Chapel Hill Day VIEW Club Wolston & Centenary Catchments Centenary Physical Culture Club Vineyard Christian Fellowship Bev 3279 2819 info@wacc.org.au Brisbane West Tracey Scott 0438 522 305 www.wacc.org.au Community Garden Sumner Park 0403 586 296 or centenaryphysie@hotmail.com - Rocks Community Garden graeme@vcfbw.org.au rcgsfarm@gmail.com Centenary Table Tennis Club GET INVOLVED Westside Church of Christ Cameron 3279 1300 Creative Chics Craft Club Jamboree Hts 3279 1570 MAKE centenary@tabletennisqld.org Meets 3rd Sat at Centenary Hub Jane 0413 143 505

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Pett 3378 2361

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Cycling, Centenary Bikeways 3373 4555 Group 0417 073 181 Good News Lutheran Primary Hockey South West United Women’s Middle Park 3376 4211 Rhonda 0400 634 853 Jamboree Heights Primary www.swu.com.au

Asperger’s Services Australia West Netball Club, Jindalee JDNC President 0400 329 833 Brisbane Region Support Group Aust. Breastfeeding Assoc Tammy 0417 548 856 cfl.aba@gmail.com

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Centenary State High School

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Jindalee Primary 3725 5777 Middle Park Primary 3712 9888 info@jindaleenetballclub.com.au Miraa House 3376 7966 Rowing Club, Centenary (Youth) Mt Ommaney Special School Michael 0401 567 279 www.centenaryrowing.com.au

Rugby League:

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Centenary Football Club, Crohns & Colitis Assoc of Aust Randy 3271 1530 www.centenaryjrl.leaguenet.com.au 1800 138 029 Rev Tania 0401 690 127

Margaret Bruce 3376 4062 Fiona Burr 0421 222 154 Jamboree Residents Assoc Inc President Mr Wayne Williams Roy Case 3279 6332 3279 0744 secretary@jra.org.au Australian Pituitary Foundation Rugby Union: Kee-Huat Chan 3376 6872 Kenmore Centenary Rugby Club Ph 3376 2083 Kiwanis Club of Brisbane King Chiam 3376 7276 3388 6954 or 0402 891 614 1st & 3rd Tues 3715 6540 Brisbane Multiple Birth Dr Peter Ellis 0421 089 996 Sinnamon Park Ladies Assoc, Westside Lions Club, Jindalee Badminton & Volleyball Social Susan Eyles 0405 465 050 www.bmbawestside.com.au Irene 3372 9886 / 0407 880 756 Group Michelle mbjl@bigpond.com Carol Harris 3376 8886 info@bmbawestside.com.au or text 0411 480 701 Jeff Haywood 3376 4470 Meals On Wheels Jindalee Centenary Meals on Wheels 3279 1974 Lucky Kossinna 0433 811 957 Soccer Clubs: Centenary Stormers: Office 3279 1974 Men’s Shed 100 Inc Tony Mortensen 3376 7862 www.centenarymealsonwheels.com.au Alan 0407 038 565 www.centenarystormers.org.au Ed 3376 1389 info@shed100.org.au TOUGHLOVE Parent Support Mala Nair 3279 4556 St Catherine’s United: Stuart O’Donoghue 3376 5472 3856 3211 www.toughlove.org.au Jim Robbins 0416 107 351 NightWriters: (Writing Group) Meet 2nd & 4th Wednesday at Mike Ridge 3376 6830 Young Widows & Widowers Swim Clubs: Mt Ommaney Library at 6pm Support Group of Brisbane Jamboree Heights 0417 738 793 Tony Trigg 0418 766 527 Gillian 0421 604 378 info@words2go.com Ellen 3376 9545 Susan Bardon 0405 484 828 Jindalee 3376 1002 Groups & organisations listed are not for profit and run by volunteers.

If your group would like their contact information listed please send your request to centenarynews@Lnp.net.au

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Centenary Suburbs . Historical Society UPDATE BY LYNDA YOUNG, VICE PRESIDENT

Living in the Centenary suburbs in the 1800s Prior to 1864, most of the Centenary Suburbs was owned by Matthew Goggs who bought Wolston Estate from Stephen Simpson in 1860. At the October 1864 land sales, one of the first future settlers in the Seventeen Miles Rocks area to purchase land was John Vincent Magee. He acquired just over 43 acres for which he paid 99 pounds 9 shillings and sixpence! This portion of land comprised part of what is now the Centenary High School and land across the Centenary Highway.

Before the end of 1864, John Vincent Magee had purchased more land near the river at the end of what now is Counihan Road, including a small section of the area now known as Windermere Estate, Sinnamon Park. On this land John built his house ‘Homestead’, where three generations of the Magee family lived and worked the land.

His first crops were sweet potato and maize taken by flat bottomed punts upriver to the Ipswich markets, staying overnight with the boat to catch the right tide. John bought more land on the Fig Tree Pocket side of the river.

The Magee family often assisted boats in trouble at the Seventeen Mile Rocks as the Brisbane River was a busy highway during those early days.

John Vincent Magee married twice. He had four children with his first wife Maria English and six children with his second wife, Mary McCullough.

John died at the age of 77 at his Fig Tree pocket home on 16th November 1911. He had fallen from his cart breaking some ribs which punctured him internally and nine weeks later caused his death.

John was buried in the Toowong cemetery and his family’s contribution to our suburb’s development is celebrated in the Brisbane City Council’s naming of John Magee Park at the river end of Counihan Road, Seventeen Mile Rocks.

If you would like to know more about our early settlers visit our website, www.cshsoc.org.au.

Centenary Evening VIEW Club celebrates 20 years in November Centenary Evening VIEW Club is calling all foundation and past members to join them for 20th Birthday Celebrations.

20 and Cruising will be the theme for the celebrations on Monday 10 November. Ladies of all ages are invited to attend, and the club would love to have the pleasure of the company of foundation and past members. If you once belonged to this vibrant women’s club and would love to renew old friendships, come along and join in the fun.

The dinner meeting will be held at the Mt Ommaney Hotel Apartments at 6.30pm for 7.00pm. Cost is $35 and bookings are essential. Entertainment will be a fashion parade from Fashions on the Go. VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education of Women, thereby empowering women while providing support and friendship throughout communities. VIEW actively raises awareness of and participates in the work of The Smith Family.

If you would like to attend this or any dinner meeting (held on the second Monday of the month) or require more information please ring Di 3202 9759 or Val 3376 1717 or email centenaryeveview@gmail.com Reservations for dinner meetings must be made before noon on the Friday before the meeting.

Play basketball with the Falcons this season From U7 to U18, residents are encouraged to join the West Brisbane Falcons Basketball Club for term four’s development, training and play season.

Anyone interested can visit the club website (www.westbrisbane.basketball.net.au/) and download and complete the player nomination form.

The Club will be running their own in-house competitions in all junior age groups. The competition will include 90 minute age group sessions on a selected night and a 45 minute training session followed by organised matches on the two courts available at Centenary High School. Each gender age group will be capped at 32 players so that every player gets the most out of their Falcons experience, so make sure you get in early.

Visit the website or send an email to westbrisbanebasketball@hotmail.com for more information.

Please note, all players must be registered with Brisbane Basketball before playing their first game. The BBI Registration Fee is different to the West Brisbane fees.

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Jindalee Rotary Club Meets every Tuesday night at McLeod Country Golf Club, Gertrude McLeod Crescent, Mt Ommaney for a 6.30pm dinner. For more information phone Secretary Lindsay Elwood on 3279 2011.

Rotary Club of Brisbane Centenary The Rotary Club of Brisbane Centenary meets every Wednesday morning at Solitude Solutions, 5 Wills Court Mt Ommaney. The meeting commences at 6.45am and finishes at 7.45am with a continental breakfast on offer. Prospective members and guests are invited to arrive at 6.30am for fellowship and introductions.

Please contact Ben Phillips on 0438 673 715 if you would like to go along.

Probus Club of Centenary Suburbs The club meets at the Jindalee Bowls Club on the fourth Tuesday of each month with morning tea at 10 am. A guest speaker delivers a presentation on an interesting topic and a light lunch is then served. Members also enjoy a monthly outing and special interest group activities. Visitors and guests are always welcome.

Anyone who may be interested should contact the secretary Len on 3376 6410 or the membership officer Jenny on 3376 5871 for further details.

Centenary Evening VIEW Club Back to School will be the theme for Centenary Evening VIEW Club’s dinner meeting on Monday 8 September. The club meets at the Mt Ommaney Hotel Apartments at6.30pm for 7pm. The cost of the dinner is $35 and bookings are essential. The guest speaker at this meeting will be Jane McKibben, who will be speaking on behalf of The Smith Family Learning for Life program through which the club sponsors five children. As well as monthly dinner meetings, members of Centenary Evening VIEW Club enjoy many other activities. Coming up are the Zone Conference for all clubs in the zone and at club level coffee and chat mornings, lunch outings and various social events.

Ladies of all ages are most welcome, so if you would like to attend or require more information please ring Di 3202 9759 or Val 3376 1717 or email centenaryeveview@gmail.com before noon on Friday 5 September.

Chapel Hill VIEW Club Chapel Hill View Club meets over lunch on the first Tuesday of the month at Mount Ommaney Hotel Apartments at 10.45am for 11.30am.

The club’s 24th birthday celebration was enjoyed by members with entertainment by the joyful singers from the club’s own Chapel Hill View Club choir. The well planned bus excursion to South East Queensland countryside was a pleasant and relaxing experiencing and included a delicious Devonshire Tea by the lake, and a visit to the well known, large Pohlman’s Plant Nursery which supplies stock to many areas of Queensland, and was a real treat for the garden lovers. Members also visited an art gallery and experienced a country pub lunch.

In coming months, members are looking forward to the fashion parade in October, then the Melbourne Cup Day party in November and finally the Christmas Party which is the grand finale for the year.

If you would care to join with the members in the coming months, please call Pat on 3289 1121 by 6pm on the Friday prior to the luncheon meeting. The cost of the delicious two course lunch is $32 and guests are always welcome.

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