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Personally Speaking with Susannah Friis I was recently at a friends house and noticed she had a fridge magnet that stated “Nothing works if you don’t”.

I had a chuckle, knowing it had mostly likely been bought for the benefit of the three teenage boys in the house.

While I’m not entirely sure it’s completely right, it’s an interesting thought, isn’t it? Generally speaking, if we want things to work in life, we need to work too - in all sorts of ways.

One of the concepts touched on in my studies last year, was individualism versus collectivism. Now, while collectivism is dangerously close to communism, I do think we need a balance of the two philosophies.

Individualism is basically applied to societies where the rights, needs and wants of the individual trump (and I hesitate to use that word, even in its correct non-proper noun context!) those of the group; and collectivism is the opposite ie that the rights, needs and wants of the group or community should come before the individual.

As my friend’s fridge magnet suggests, we need to be intentional and active in our lives in order for things to happen. And we can’t always do that by ourselves, for ourselves alone. Often, we need collaboration, or a ‘collectivism’ mindset, in order to move forward or progress in life.

One of the most common complaints by residents in any community is the apparent lack of thought for others.

We complain when a neighbours dog barks incessantly or their music is too loud. We have lots to say when We see people littering or not cleaning up after their dog in a public space. We are annoyed at the absence of consideration when trolley’s aren’t put back or someone takes a car space we’ve been waiting for.

We all see the sense and importance of considering others, yet we still ultimately, live with an individualist attitude. And that’s not all bad either. If we were not individuals, and live as such, many things would not have been created, changed or challenged in our world.

We absolutely need independent thought, feelings and actions; we need the individual in order to make up the collective. The beauty is in being individuals together. In other words, we don’t so much need collectivism, we need collaboration. We need the celebration of our individuality and all that brings with it. What we don’t need is selfish individualism or blind collectivism.

As we move into this year as a community, let’s try to balance individualism and collectivism. Let’s think of ourselves and how we would like things to be and allow that to help us see things from another’s perspective. Because ‘nothing works if we don’t’ applies to all of us.

Working on ourselves can have wonderful ramifications for those around us. And we just might find that as individuals we can collaborate and make our little corner of the world an even better place to live.

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Veterinary News

by Dr Ian Gorrie BVSc

Looking after your pet’s teeth and gums

Just as you look after your teeth to prevent dental disease, you also have to care for your pet’s teeth too.

Maintaining healthy gums is important and is the starting point of any dental care program. The gums protect the underlying tissues and jawbone that anchor and support the teeth in your pet’s mouth.

Gum disease is started by a build up of plaque. Plaque is made up of food particles, saliva and bacteria. It sticks to the tooth surface and if not removed will calcify into tartar (or calculus). This takes place above and below the gum line and over time causes periodontal disease and the destruction of the supportive tissues around the teeth and jawbone.

More than 85% of dogs and cats over four years old have some form of periodontal disease. Look out for the signs of bad breath, discoloured teeth, loose teeth, pawing at the mouth, bleeding gums, receding gums, dental abscesses and reluctance to chew or eat that may alert you to the presence of this disorder. Teeth will always be checked by your vet from an early age at regular health checks.

How do I prevent gum disease?

It’s easy...good oral hygiene! Most dogs will respond well to the inclusion of chewy bones in their diet such as split beef bones, lamb necks and shanks or brisket flaps, combined with biscuits and daily brushing if required. Small dogs and cats prefer raw chicken wings and chewy biscuits.

If your pet will not chew bones or they cause any concerns (such as vomiting, constipation) then consult your vet for the best options.

There are a number of specific dental care products available that will further minimise plaque. Small, soft toothbrushes and pet toothpaste can be used to brush the gum line or chews with impregnated with a plaque preventative can be used as a cleansing treat daily. Solutions mixed with drinking water daily are also useful.

Despite the best dental care program, most pets will still need to have their teeth professionally cleaned using an ultrasonic cleaning unit and a dental polisher by their vet.

This is because pets cannot brush their mouth clean twice daily. Your vet will advise when this is necessary at your pet’s regular checkups as some need more attention than others.

Often when dental disease is discovered, permanent damage is already done and teeth may need removal. If your pet is prone to dental disease, treatment and maintenance at an early stage may save teeth.

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For the last 17 years, Cr David Morrison has organised the Mobile Nursery to visit the Camira Springfield Community Centre on Old Logan Road twice a year to allow local Ipswich rate payers to collect their six free plants.

Cr David Morrison said the March Mobile Nursery is very popular and one year over a thousand plants were given away between 8am and 10.00am.

The Mobile Nursery is booked from 8am until 11am, however, once all the plants are gone, the Mobile Nursery returns to Ipswich. “I encourage all who want to collect their free plants to arrive between 8am and 9.30am, if possible, on Saturday March 4 and remember to bring your Ipswich rate notice,� said Cr Morrison.

Council horticultural staff will be on hand to give advice and Cr David Morrison will be available to talk about any local issues.

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Play AFL this season with the Dragons The Forest Lake Dragons Junior Australian Football Club (JAFC) are looking towards another triumphant AFL season.

2016 saw the Dragons victorious with their win in the Under 13 Girls QLD Grand Final against Calamvale. 2016 was the turning point for Australian AFL history when a female (for the first time in AFL history) won the O’Callaghan Medal at the QLD BJ Awards. To top off the season, Dragons U13 Girls captain Ashlee Sciortino was indeed the female who took the O’Callaghan Medal home to the Forest Lake Dragons.

It looks like another great year with overall memberships growing in youth AFL boys and girls teams and skilled coaches within the Dragons to pursue high level team and individual AFL goals.

The Forest Lake Dragons AFL ‘Sign on Day’ is Saturday Photo courtesy of Highflyer Images.

4 and Sunday 5 February from 9am to 1pm at the CJ Greenfield Sporting Complex, Freeman Road, Richlands. The day will incorporate a ‘Come and Try’ session for all past and new members and parents and carers are invited to stay for the fundraising sausage sizzle, drinks and ice blocks.

2017 Dragons AFL Teams for 2016 will consist of: Under 6’s Roy’s Rookies, Under 8’s, Under 9’s, Under 11’s Girls, Under 13’s Girls, Under 12’s boys and Under 14’s boys.

The 2017 Dragons are offering: a free Forest Lake Dragons custom AFL ball with every fully paid registration and free U6’s membership to Roy’s Rookies Junior Football on completion of AUSKICK. The Forest Lake Dragons have successfully received a $7,500 grant from the QLD Sport and Recreation Department in 2017 which will assist the club with further coaching accreditation and first aid courses, electronic equipment for coaching and sporting equipment for training.

The Heritage Bank have continued to support the Dragons and have sponsored the Dragons desperately needed additional club guernsey’s to cater for the influx of the new 2017 memberships. Without these new club guernsey’s, the Dragons would have struggled to place a uniform on the growing numbers of AFL memberships expected in 2017.

The Dragons would like to thank the Forest Lake community for their continued support. 2016 saw sponsorship grow the club by more than double and allowed the club to purchase desperately needed AFL balls, a marque, sporting/training equipment, provide first aid and accredited AFL coaching courses for volunteer coaches. To find out more about the club, contact Anna on 0434 533 194.

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Update by Pat Quickfall

We started the year with a clean up day at the Clubhouse in January. Some members attended and helped to do a general clean of the chairs and tables etc then enjoyed a sumptuous morning tea supplied by Angela Bently.

Our first club meeting of the year was on 18 January, where we enjoyed a ‘natter and chatter’ morning. Some members played games, while others were happy just to chat with friends. We also enjoyed a lovely morning tea and were pleased to welcome six visitors for the day.

Our next meeting was Australia Day celebrations on 25 January with a BBQ and morning tea with games such as toss the thong and other delights. Members also entered into the fun and arrived in some great Aussie costumes.

Our yearly bus trip this year will be leaving on 26 April to the Blue Mountains which is always well organised. Please don’t hesitate to contact me, Pat, on 3818 9343 if you’d like more information on the club and the fun activities we enjoy.

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Smith Family teams up with ANZ to help families With rising back to school costs, Greater Springfield families are already preparing for next year and combatting the financial stress by joining a savings program that rewards participants with up to $500 for school costs.

Already 32,000 families across Australia, and families across Ipswich, have benefitted from Saver Plus, a free matched savings and financial education program delivered locally by The Smith Family.

Ipswich Saver Plus Coordinator Michelle Trevino said the program helps families make ends meet at the most expensive time of year.

“When kids head back to school, families can find themselves spending hundreds of dollars on books, tablets, uniforms, excursions, fees, and just after the holiday season. The financial stress can mean families go into debt, or kids will simply go without.

“Saver Plus, with the $500 matched savings incentive, helps participants save for those costs and reduce the stress.”

The 10-month program sees participants identify a savings goal for school costs, make regular deposits into a savings account, and attend financial educations workshops. At the close of the program their savings are matched, dollar for dollar, up to $500.

Ipswich Saver Plus Coordinator Michelle Trevino Michelle Trevino said the program not only builds with ANZ Springfield Branch Manager Anna Pettigrew financial skills but also improves wellbeing.

“Many participants come into the program feeling like they’ll never be able to stop living pay check to pay check and save, but soon discover they can, giving them confidence and hope as they make goals for their family’s future.”

Saver Plus was developed in 2003 by the Brotherhood of St Laurence and ANZ, and is delivered in 60 locations across Australia, in every state and territory, through The Smith Family and other community organisations.

ANZ Springfield Branch Manager Anna Pettigrew said her staff are incredibly proud of the positive impact Saver Plus has in the local community.

“It’s wonderful to see families less stressed about back to school costs, and for us to be able to support them in enabling their kids to participate fully in school. The parents also develop financial skills that help them well beyond the start of the school year.”

Saver Plus is available to people that have a Centrelink healthcare or pensioner concession card, have a child at school or are attending vocational education themselves, and have regular income from paid employment (themselves or a partner).

Enquiries can be made by emailing Michelle Trevino at michelle.trevino@thesmithfamily.com.au or by phoning Michelle on 0466 474 584.

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Gifted children visit USQ Springfield for summer camp A two-day summer camp for gifted students was held last month at USQ Springfield, coinciding with the first offering of USQ Graduate Certificate of Education (Gifted and Talented).

When 9-year-old Yuna Kim grows up, she wants to be a doctor. That’s why she was particularly interested in the BRAINways EDUCATION class on human biology, looking at the different parts of the heart. She also really liked the practical experiments in the sessions on chemistry and electricity.

Yuna was one of about 75 students from Grades 1 - 7 to visit USQ Springfield for BRAINways EDUCATION, a two-day summer camp for gifted and talented students.

The program provided advanced learning experiences in topics such as Maths/Science and Humanities, designed to stimulate motivation and interest among the students beyond the school curriculum.

USQ Lecturer (Special Education) Mark Oliver said this was the first year the BRAINways program has been expanded to Springfield.

“We’ve had about a thousand children come through our program in Toowoomba. It’s different because of the focus on enrichment opposed to just acceleration. BRAINways expands interests, giving kids an opportunity to try many areas,” he said.

BRAINways EDUCATION founder Mirella Olivier said there was excellent feedback from the event in Springfield, with children finding the program challenging but engaging.

ROTARY CLUB of Greater Springfield

UPDATE BY Chris Steinback

On the 17th January Rotary announced $35 million in grants to support the global effort to end polio, bringing the humanitarian service organisation’s contribution to $140 million since January 2016.

Nearly half of the funds Rotary announced will support the emergency response campaigns in Nigeria and the Lake Chad Basin. Four cases of polio were detected in Nigeria in 2016, which had previously not seen a case since July 2014.

With these cases, funding is needed to support rapid response plans in Nigeria and surrounding countries to stop the outbreak.

While significant strides have been made against the paralysing disease, with just 35 cases reported in 2016, polio remains a threat in hard-to-reach and underserved areas, and conflict zones. To sustain this progress, and protect all children from polio, experts say $1.5 billion is needed.

In addition to supporting the response in the Lake Chad Basin region, funding has been allocated to support polio eradication efforts in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Somalia, and South Sudan. A final grant in the amount of $666,845 will support technical assistance in UNICEF’s West and Central Africa Regional Office.

Rotary has contributed more than $1.6 billion, including matching funds from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and countless volunteer hours since launching its polio immunisation program, PolioPlus, in 1985. In 1988, Rotary became a spearheading partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative with the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and was later joined by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Since the initiative launched, the incidence of polio has plummeted by more than 99.9 percent, from about 350,000 cases a year to 35 confirmed in 2016, and no cases in 2017.

Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary connects 1.2 million members of more than 35,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas.

Their work improves lives at both the local and international levels, from helping families in need in their own communities to working toward a polio-free world.

The Rotary Club of Greater Springfield holds its meetings every Thursday evening at 6.30pm at the Brookwater Golf and Country Club, 1 Tournament Drive, Brookwater. For enquiries, contact Club President Chris Steinback on 0411 472 684.

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Keep an eye on your teenagers mental health SPRINGFIELD ORION

Good mental health is about being able to work and study to your full potential, cope with day-to-day life stresses, be involved in your community and live life in a free and satisfying way.

A young person who has good mental health has good emotional and social wellbeing and the capacity to cope with change and challenges.

Feeling down, tense, angry, anxious or moody are all normal emotions for young people, but when these feelings persist for long periods of time, or if they begin to interfere with their daily life, they may be part of a mental health problem.

Mental health issues can also influence how young people think and their ability to function in their everyday activities, whether at school, at work or in relationships.

Most parents can tell when something is out of the ordinary, but there are also signs that suggest a young person might be experiencing a mental health problem. These are new and noticeable changes in the young person, lasting at least a few weeks, including: â&#x20AC;˘ not enjoying, or not wanting to be involved in things that they would normally enjoy; â&#x20AC;˘ changes in appetite or sleeping patterns; â&#x20AC;˘ being easily irritated or angry for no reason; â&#x20AC;˘ involving themselves in risky behaviour that they would usually avoid, like taking drugs or drinking too much alcohol; â&#x20AC;˘ seeming unusually stressed, worried, down or crying for no reason; â&#x20AC;˘ expressing negative, distressing, bizarre or unusual thoughts.

Tips for parents: â&#x20AC;˘ Talk openly and honestly with them, and let them know that you are concerned. â&#x20AC;˘ Reassure them that you will be there for them, and ask what they need from you. â&#x20AC;˘ Let them know that there is lots of help available. â&#x20AC;˘ Help find an appropriate service, such as a headspace centre and support them in attending. â&#x20AC;˘ Help them build a support network. â&#x20AC;˘ Look after yourself as well. Get some support by talking to someone you trust, and seek professional help for yourself if you need it.

If you think you know a young person whose mental health is getting in the way of their daily life, it is important to let them know you are there to support them.

For more information about mental health visit: headspace. org.au/young-people/what-is-mental-health. Or for more tips and information visit the parents section headspace.org.au/ friends-and-family/information-for-parents-and-carers/

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Australia Day Awards honour community leaders

Aunty Faye (2016 Citizen of the Year winner), Luise Manning and Mayor Paul Pisasale.

A passionate community campaigner was named Citizen of the Year at Ipswich City Council’s annual Australia Day Awards last month.

Luise Manning was founding president of the Springfield Lakes Tennis Club and has developed a database of the facilities available at a range of Ipswich parks.

The Springfield resident most recently launched community eco-walks and the Pick Up 3 – Save Me litter collection program in conjunction with local McDonald’s restaurants.

She was honoured at a ceremony at Ipswich Civic Centre today alongside winners from six other categories.

Mayor Paul Pisasale said Ms Manning was a leader among various community groups.

“Luise wears many hats – developing an early childhood literacy program and raising awareness of domestic violence and low speed vehicle rollovers,” he said.

“Over the years she has dedicated countless hours to the tennis club and parks project and her Pick Up 3 program encourages Ipswich residents to be part of the pollution solution.

“Luise is a proud, passionate and proactive resident who willing gives her time to her community and its surrounding suburbs.”

Cr Pisasale congratulated this year’s Australia Day Award winners across all categories: • Spirit of Ipswich Award: Craig Mills (Jindalee).

• Cultural Award of the Year: Kate Roberts (Ipswich).

• Event of the Year Award – Community: Silkstone Eisteddfod 90th Celebrations (Silkstone Eisteddfod).

• Event of the Year Award – Citywide: Vietnam Veterans Day and 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan (Goodna RSL Sub Branch).

• Young Citizen of the Year Award: Laura Maskell (Camira).

• Senior Citizen of the Year Award: John Walker (Brassall).

• Citizen of the Year Award: Luis Manning (Springfield).

“These award winners, along with each and every nominee, are tremendous ambassadors for Ipswich,” Cr Pisasale said.

“We are a united city that celebrates success, shares sorrow and gives mates a helping hand.

“I couldn’t be prouder of these individuals and community groups, and I congratulate them on behalf of our 200,000 Ipswich residents.”

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Movies in the Park back for 11th season Greater Springfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Robelle Domain will once again take part in the popular Heritage Bank Movies in the Park program.

The free program will include screenings of familyfriendly films in parks, reserves and other open spaces across the city.

Movies in the Park had become one of Ipswichâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular annual community events since its launch in 2007. â&#x20AC;&#x153;More than 2,000 people attended last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movie screenings in six locations,â&#x20AC;? said Mayor Paul Pisasale. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are tremendous events â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a summer â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s evening under the stars and a showcase of our cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open spaces.â&#x20AC;?

Heritage Bank CEO Peter Lock said Movies in the Park was a community event that brought family and friends together. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We take a lot of pride in living up to our slogan of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;people firstâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re delighted to support Movies in the Park for another year,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These wonderful events provide a positive contribution to the community and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very proud to be a part of it.â&#x20AC;?

The Heritage Bank Movies in the Park program includes Rise of the Guardians (PG), 7pm at Robelle Domain, Springfield Central on 18 February and Finding Dory (G), 7pm at Redbank Plains Recreation Reserve, Redbank Plains on 18 March.

Movies in the Park are smoke and alcohol free events.

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a message from the desk of

Milton Dick

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FEDER AL MEMBER FOR OXLE Y

With 2017 now underway, I’d like to wish all the best to students who are just returning to school.

For our Prep students it will be the first time they’ve entered the school gates, while Grade 6 students find themselves in their last year of primary school.

Year 7 students will begin their high school journey and for year 12’s it will be the final year of schooling before heading off to further study, work or perhaps even some time abroad.

We have wonderful schools throughout the Oxley electorate with hardworking teachers and staff who do a tremendous job.

To ensure every child is given the quality education they deserve, it’s important that schools are given the appropriate resources they need.

When I visit schools throughout the electorate, I’m constantly told about the importance of needs based funding.

Principals, teachers and parents all tell me about the big difference this makes for students and how critical it is.

Needs based funding means schools can hire extra teachers to help students in the classroom, order new materials or even provide more resources. For Oxley schools this means an extra $20 million over 2017-18. This allows schools to provide a strong focus on every child’s needs whilst delivering more individual attention for students. Teachers are able to be given extra training and more support for students with a disability and additional learning needs.

Every dollar makes a difference and I’ll be working to see that each and every Oxley school is given the funding it needs.

If you would like to share your story about how needs based funding is making a difference to your school or child, please contact my office on 3879 6440 or send me an email Milton.Dick.MP@aph.gov.au.

I look forward to visiting schools throughout the year and working closely with principals and teachers.

Good luck to all students for a great 2017.

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What’s on at Ipswich Civic Centre?

DUST OF URUZGAN Saturday 25 March Tickets $25.00 Gallery Club Dining $60.00 Presented by Ipswich Civic Centre in association with Legacy Ipswich Fred Smith is no ordinary singer-songwriter...and this is no ordinary show.

Dust Of Uruzgan is a collection of songs Fred wrote while working as a diplomat alongside Australian soldiers in Uruzgan Province, southern Afghanistan.

The show combines songs, humour and commentary with a stunning set of images from military and civilian photographers.

Fred is a true raconteur; a masterful and entertaining storyteller, who has been compared to great Australian songwriters, Eric Bogle, John Schumann and Don Walker. His songs are stories put to well-crafted music; telling the real life experiences of some 20,000 Australian soldiers who served in Afghanistan.

In this live show you will be transported to Afghanistan, to experience life as a soldier: the dust, the heat, the frustration, the fighting and the camaraderie.

Poignant, educational, and at times hilarious, Dust Of Uruzgan is an enlightening and entertaining live music performance.

Gallery Club Dining is available for this performance and includes an exclusive two-course dinner delivered high above the lobby on our private gallery level and a ticket to the performance. With only 30 seats available, this is a must-do experience.

Carefully constructed menus, superb local and interstate wines and a refined level of personal service is what you can expect from this superb dinner and show package.

Every 14 hours, a child is born with cerebral palsy.

Friday, 3 March Dinner and Show $55.00 – $60.00 Starring Naomi Price as Adele, Rumour Has It charts the incredible rise of the blockbuster soul sensation of the modern age live in story and song

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE @ STUDIO 188

Featuring Izalco Saturday, 11 March Tickets $25.00 | Table (of 4) $72.00 Complemented by beautiful dancers in traditional costumes, Izalco bring a captivating and interactive live experience that has audiences dancing to their fusion of highly infectious rhythms of Latin America

DUST OF URUZGAN Saturday, 25 March Tickets $25.00 – $60.00 Written by Fred Smith while working alongside Australian soldiers in Afghanistan, the show combines songs, humour and commentary with a stunning set of images

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Clean Up Australia Day began in 1989 when an â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;average Aussie blokeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; decided to clean up the Sydney Harbour.

In the ensuing 28 years, the day has become a national institution with over 31 million hours being devoted to the cleaning up our country.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not too late to register a team for this years event.

Simply go to www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/get-involved/ and choose the area you would like to clean up. Or if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d prefer to join an existing team, there are over 12 local area teams registered.

One such team will be concentrating on Spring Lake, Discovery Lake and Regatta Lake and organisers have planned on making the day fun as well as productive.

Meeting at the BBQ area beside Spring Lake, Burlington Terrace, Springfield Lakes at 7.30 on 5 March, volunteers will be assigned different areas and begin the clean up by way of canoes.

Volunteers interested in helping do not need to own a canoe or watercraft to participate, with canoes being borrowed from local scout groups and schools. Collection bags, gloves, tea, coffee and a BBQ breakfast are all included upon registration. Registration is mandatory for both insurance and catering purposes and can be made by going to www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/Spring+Lake and clicking on the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;joinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; button.

Litter collection will finish with a free BBQ breakfast at Spring Lake at 9.30am along with environmental talks.

A $100 Bunnings voucher will be given as a prize for the most interesting item found; incentive for the whole family to get onboard and contribute to the mornings collections.

by Jolanta Szymczyk

THE CREATIVE heART Redesign, upcycle and recycle. Sustainable choices come in many shapes and form but what are they?

It is an approach and a lifestyle decision that does not take any more from the environment around us than gives back. This approach does not put any more demand or pressure on more resources, rather looks at how to preserve these, stretch them further and reuse as much as possible. The most common context for sustainable living is associated with gardening, textiles and fashion.

This quiet, small step revolution is happing right now...it is happening in the community, in individual households, school and even businesses or enterprises.

The clothing and textile industry is one of the largest industries in the world, using more water than any other industry apart from agriculture. Its impact in the community and nations is much more profound than ever though...it uses a lot of water resources, discharges toxic chemicals and uses huge amount of energy to produce highly disposable, low cost, high volume products. As a local creative community, we are taking first steps to create a change...and we are changing our own habits and fashion rituals by focusing this year on the art of sustainability in our daily choices.

“Recycling and upcycling has been a very liberating resolution as I have found ‘using up’, ‘making do’ or ‘going without’ a refreshing change from always looking for the latest craft and art supply to buy. Creating is, at its best, using what I have, in a creative way,” said Marty Nuku, Springfield resident and textile artist.

Sustainability, by its nature, requires a long term commitment to make a difference.

“I love op shopping for cloths,” said Pam Blamely, another Creative Heart member, textile artist and art therapist. “In this recent heat, I found cotton and linen much cooler.

It is fun to gather with friends who can suggest some redesigns or additions to make it my own.”

Being more conscious of our own choices is another way to minimise or reduce our impact and footprint on the environment. The options available to marry creativity and sustainability are endless.

Interested in sustainability and you don’t know where to start? Look for your local creative networks or groups and join monthly Greater Springfield Creative HeART’s group meeting to be part of this years project.

Keep in touch locally via www.facebook.com/GSCreativeHub/ and www.facebook.com/ InspirationsIpswich/.

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Walking Group: Schools Springfield Lakes Heart Foundation and Camira State School, Playgroup & P&C Orion Walkers 3810 6666 AFL - Collingwood Park Power AFC Aiki Jutsu Martial Arts USQ 3381 4888 www.camirass.eq.edu.au Redbank Plains - 3040 0232 healthy4life@ipswich.qld.gov.au Yong: 3470 4420 goh@usq.edu.au powerafc@live.com.au Kindergarten Assoc Camira 3818 1789 Augustine Heights Cheeky Monkeys Westminster Warriors Soccer Club AFL - Greater Springfield Storm AFC Good Shepherd Catholic Primary Anna 0405 450 704 Redbank Plains Ph: 0450 005 152 Luke 0420 476 829 3437 5000 www.goodshepherd.qld.edu.au Harriot 0417 014 873 president@greaterspringfieldstorm.org Redbank Plains: Bushwalking & Environmental www.greaterspringfieldstorm.org Families & Health Primary: 3814 9222 Groups, S’field Lloyd 3282 3737 Athletics - Goodna Little Athletics www.redbplaiss.eq.edu.au/wcmss Camira Slimmers Shirley 3372 5851 0403 813 676 or 0419 197 272 Alcoholics Anonymous State High: 3432 1222 www.goodnalittleas.com Ph 3255 9162 www.aa.org.au www.redbplaishs.eq.edu.au Camira Scout Group Asst Group Leader - 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A message from the Mayor’s Desk

BY THE MAYOR - PAUL PISASALE Pack a picnic and enjoy a great night out with family and friends at Robelle Domain on Saturday, 18 February. The Springfield Central parklands will host the Heritage Bank Movies in the Park program with a free screening of Rise of the Guardians from 7pm. Launched in 2007, Movies in the Park is one of Ipswich’s most popular community events with more than 2,000 people attending last year’s season of six screenings.

You can join the Movies in the Park mailing list and stay up to date with the latest news at the council website.

The Ipswich Trail Run series will come to the Paperbark Flats Picnic Area at the nearby White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate on Sunday, 19 February. The event will include runs and walks for people of all ages and abilities including a free walk for kids. You can register at ipswichtrailrunseries.com.

A big thanks to everyone involved in the clean-up efforts in the aftermath of our recent storms. From the council staff who returned from holidays to lend a hand to the always reliable volunteers at the State Emergency Service, your dedication is very much appreciated. Thanks also to the neighbours, charitable organisations and total strangers who helped people in need. Ipswich has once again shown its true colours as a caring, committed and compassionate community.

It’s tremendous to see people lining up to get into Ipswich Art Gallery.

Thousands of people are discovering TapeScape and Construction Site with the gallery reporting huge numbers between 10am and 1pm. The gallery is charging a small entry fee for TapeScape and Construction Site so it can continue to bring these world-class interactive attractions to Ipswich.

For more information check out ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au.

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Western Suburbs Magic Basketball Club, operating as a family run volunteer community basketball club since 2015, will hold a sign on day on Friday 10 February at 6pm to 7.30pm in Forest Lake at St John’s Anglican College.

With training held from Monday to Thursday, the club fields 15 teams each season and has over 130 members who come from all over the Western suburbs.

The club caters for boys and girls of all ages from U9-U19 year olds as well as offering senior social and advanced teams. Representative Coaches, Club and Senior Coaches manage all teams and Club President Gavin and Lawson are keen to hear from anyone interested in coaching, with level one coaching qualification training being provided by the club.

Gavin and Lawson would also like to hear from any local businesses who want to know more about sponsoring the Club or making a donation. Anyone interested can contact Gavin De La Cruz on 0450 169 251 or Lawson Nyandwi on 0421 621 755 or by sending an email to westernmagic@live.com. Information is also available on their website www.westernsuburbsmagic.sportingpulse.net.

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Councillor ’s Comments

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Development Update - Augusta Parkway Augustine Heights A new commercial precinct on the corner of Technology Drive and Gateway Drive Augustine Heights consisting of up to six food outlets within five proposed buildings is underway. It is planned to be developed over three stages and stage 1 bulk earthworks is currently under construction. Concurrent with this development, Gateway Drive will be extended from Technology Drive to the roundabout located at the intersection of Augusta Parkway and Eden Station Drive. This road is currently under construction and is anticipated to be completed, weather permitting, within the next two months.

Orion Lagoon – Wi-Fi A day out at one of Ipswich’s most popular recreation spots, Orion Lagoon at Springfield Central, is now a little more convenient with high speed Wi-Fi switched on. Orion Lagoon has been a huge hit with local families and visitors to Ipswich since it was opened, attracting more than 400,000 people in its first 12 months of operation. Public WiFi is becoming a feature of major recreational precincts so it is fitting that outside the Ipswich Mall, this is the first major community space in Ipswich to receive free Wi-Fi. The addition of high speed Wi-Fi will allow families to stay connected while enjoying the lagoon. Accessing the network is simple. Visitors need only search for available networks on their device and access the freewifi_myipswich network. There is no password and no cost - just high speed Wi-Fi and connectivity.

Storm Season Are you ready for natural hazards and emergencies such as fire or severe storms? A short time spent working through simple planning tasks with your household, putting aside supplies such as water and emergency lighting and securing your home, could make a real difference. To download a fact sheet to help you and your household in the event of an emergency visit: www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/residents Movies In The Park Date Claimer Movies in the Park – Saturday 18 February Robelle Domain ‘Rise of the Guardians’ and Saturday 18 March Redbank Plains Recreation Reserve ‘Finding Dory’.

Thought of the Month: Always do right. This will gratify some of the people, and astonish the rest. ~ Mark Twain

Audiences get first glimpse of Don’t Tell Audiences have been given their first look at the latest movie to be filmed in Ipswich with the release of the official trailer for Don’t Tell.

Scenes for the movie were shot at several city and country locations in Ipswich last year, including at the former Ipswich court house in Limestone Street.

Mayor Paul Pisasale said it was the latest in a string of major productions to choose Ipswich.

“We’ve worked hard through our Film Ipswich program to market Ipswich as a desirable location for making movies,” Cr Pisasale said.

“The proof is in the pudding; Don’t Tell is a top notch film with world class stars including Jack Thompson, Rachel Griffiths and Gyton Grantley which brings to the big screen a very important story.

“It tells the story of a courageous young woman who fought back against injustice after enduring sexual abuse at a prestigious private school, with her efforts leading to improve childcare safeguards in Queensland.

“Don’t Tell will make its world premiere in April at the Newport Beach Film Festival in California before being released in cinemas in Australia in May.” Don’t Tell producer Scott Corfield said Ipswich was an ideal location for making movies.

“Working in Ipswich was an absolute delight because we had incredible support not only from the council but also the residents and businesses, which was just fantastic,” Mr Corfield said.

“Ipswich has many great locations that can easily double for a lot of different scenes and has a wide range of heritage buildings, newer buildings and farmland in close proximity, meaning filming is cost effective.

“The support from council was absolutely wonderful and we would definitely film in Ipswich again.”

The trailer can be viewed on YouTube by searching ‘Don’t Tell Official Trailer (2017)’ or visit the Don’t Tell Facebook page at facebook.com/DontTellMovie.

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Greater Springfield Tennis courts We have just witnessed some wonderful tennis at the Australian Open, with Springfield’s very own Ash Barty playing very well in both the recent Brisbane International and Australian Open.

Ashleigh’s name will be ever on the Honour Boards at Wimbledon as the 2011 Girl’s Champion. The tennis court in Spring Lake was named in Ashleigh’s honour when she returned home after claiming the Wimbledon title in 2011.

It is Councils desire to provide as many quality sport and recreational facilities as possible within Ipswich City. Council worked closely with Lend Lease to have seven tennis courts constructed within Springfield Lakes.

If you are interested in playing social tennis, please contact Springfield Lakes Tennis Club on Facebook or email on springfieldlakestc@hotmail.com.

I am unaware of any other place where residents have seven tennis courts they can use for free.

Additional courts are being planned for Springfield Central.

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Probus Club Update

by Gwen Wise Welcome to the news update from the Probus Club of Goodna-Springfield Inc. Now that Christmas and New Year celebrations are but a distant memory, it’s time to really come to grips with 2017. Whatever else may be happening in the world, it is up to each and every one of us to make the best possible use of our time and talents to ensure that we, and those dear to us, enjoy the best possible quality of life in this wonderful country of ours.

One of the best ways to enrich our lives is by making new friends and sharing new experiences, and the easiest way to do this is by joining a club or organisation which caters for like-minded people.

Probus clubs are a great source of fun and friendship for people who are retired or semi-retired. With monthly meetings featuring outstanding guest speakers, outings, coffee and lunch dates, there is something for everyone and every budget, so if your New Year Resolutions included making new friends, come along and join us to find out first hand what Probus is all about. There is no charge for your first meeting, and of course you are under no obligation to join.

The AGM, with the election of a new committee to serve for the next twelve months, will take place on Wednesday 1 March and after that, meetings will revert to the usual format of a short business meeting followed by a friendship break for afternoon tea and finally a guest speaker.

We have enjoyed a great year under the guidance of the current committee and all club members offer them a sincere vote of thanks for their work and commitment to the values of Probus. A new committee always brings a fresh dynamic to any organisation and we look forward to another wonderful year – do come and join us!

Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month and run from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. The venue is the Camira Friends and Neighbours Clubhouse, Bruce Lane Camira. Please ring Membership Secretary Penny on 3818 7981 for any further information you require.

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