The Lake News, June 2016

The Lake News JUNE 2016 - ISSUE 270

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RICHLANDS SCOUT GROUP UPDATE

BY TA N I A McLAUGH LI N

What a busy month we have had at Richlands Scout Group! Starting with our Annual Report Night (AGM) - I would like to take the opportunity to thank our outgoing committee members, Jeanette Meeks and Irene Vidler, and extend a welcome to our new Treasurer, Steph Zimmermann, and our new Chairperson, Dianna Philpot. Hard working volunteers are the back bone of any group and ours is no exception, so thanks to you all.

Our Scout Section took advantage of the Labour Day weekend to set up camp at Goomburra Valley. It was a great weekend to get outdoors, relax and have some fun with the Scouts from Salisbury Group.

We barely had time to recover from camp and it was all hands on deck for our annual Mother’s Day Pamper Dinner. After being so amazing all year, our Mum’s get a chance to be waited on and spoiled with a three course meal planned and prepared by our youth members, while the Cubs get to earn their Level 2 Cooking badge. We then took some time for our Scout section to give back to our local community. With the support of the amazing team at Bunnings Oxley store, our Scouts spent a couple of nights assembling and painting two Buddy Benches to donate to Grand Avenue State School. This really helped open up discussions around our scout Law, ‘A Scout is Friendly’, and reinforcing our policy about zero tolerance to bullying.

Back to the fun stuff and we were off to the Pamphlett - Tennyson Sea Scout Den for our Annual District Rally for fun, games and mess making with the other Groups in our District. All I can say is it is a good thing we softened up the Mum’s with dinner!

What better way to finish the month for our Joey Scouts than with a Medieval themed Mob Holiday including a visit to the Ipswich Medieval Markets and Fantasy Faire? Dragon slaying, jousting and feasting being only a few things on the program for the weekend.

There are still markets on at Forest Lake!

Did you know the Grand Avenue State School P&C hold a market on the school grounds on the second Sunday of every month? The next market will be Sunday 12 June, starting at 8am at Grand Avenue State School, corner Centennial Way and Grand Avenue. Markets on Grand has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with loads of free parking and is even pet-friendly. Start the morning with a great coffee and breakfast at the P&C sausage sizzle, then wander around the market where you’ll find a variety of stalls including fresh produce, plants, arts and crafts, creative fashion and accessories, collectibles, pet care products, books, beautiful smelling soaps and candles and pictures that inspire. You just never know what you may find amongst the many stalls. For all enquiries, call Terri on 0421 884 518.

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Personally Speaking with Susannah Friis As I write this, I have my slippers on (gotta love working from home!), a nice hot cuppa at my fingertips, and the promise of a warm comfy bed at the work days end.

The weather is finally cooling. There’s that hint of a chill on the breeze, especially at night and early morning. As I pull out the winter jackets, boots and scarves, I can’t help but be reminded that the right to feel warm in the colder months, is exactly that - a basic human right for everyone and not a privilege for those who can afford it.

“On any given night in Australia, one in 200 people are homeless” (www.homelessnessaustralia.org.au/index.php/ about-homelessness/homeless-statistics). One in 200 equates to 105,237 Australians. That should shock us especially when you consider the fact that only 3% of that number are homeless due to mental illness and substance abuse issues.

No, not everybody who is homeless is on drugs and “there because of their poor life choices”.

Personally, I don’t give a damn about the numbers. Just one person who is homeless is bad enough. Why do we need big numbers to motivate us into action? If our worth as humans is all inherently the same, why does it matter if it’s one or 101?

You see, I think some of the problem is that we don’t think our value as humans is inherently the same, do we? We tend to pick and choose who is ‘worthy’ of our volunteering time and our hard-earned dollars. We decide who will use what we give them the best, who will turn from their current lifestyle and change, who will appreciate our time and efforts. Essentially, we put qualifiers on our donations, whether it’s time or money. Obviously, we are to be wise with our giving but I think it’s easy to take that too far and instead of making a wise judgement call, we make a selfrighteous one.

Did you know that stress alone can diminish the capacity to make good decisions? Living on the streets with no fixed address, not knowing where your next meal will come from or whether your children will be warm tonight constitutes stress, don’t you think? So let’s not be so quick to judge some of the decisions of those we are trying to help.

It would be fair to say that all of us, whether as children or as adults or right now, have endured tough times; times when it was hard to see how the rent or mortgage would be paid, times when taking the family to the movies would mean forgoing food, times when we had to pull our children out of extra-curricular activities for lack of funds. And if we haven’t experienced these things directly, we all know someone who has.

It’s only going to get colder. Is there time or money in your hands that could help others this winter? There are so many ways we can help and so many groups around making it easy for us to do so. I just typed ‘how to help the homeless in Brisbane’ into my search engine and there are countless organisations to hook into, both locally and further afield.

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Letters & feedback are always welcome email Susannah Friis at: editor@LNP.net.au or leave a comment on her blog at susannahfriis.com

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FOREST LAKE RSL Sub-Branch Update

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A new thought on the ANZAC culture ANZAC Day has passed by once again remembering the glorious deeds of Australian and New Zealanders at Gallipoli. A battle where the Allies were defeated rather comprehensively. But maybe we should remember that Gallipoli was a relatively minor battle where total Australian casualties numbered about 28,000 of whom almost 9,000 died. Lest We Forget.

Of the 332,000 volunteers who left Australia, total casualties numbered about 215,000 while the number of deaths was close to 60,000. This means approximately 51,000 Australians died on the Western Front among the total casualties of the 187,000.

But should we not remember that Australians soldiers were in the vanguard of most of the major battles on the Western Front after the Battle of Hamel on July 4th, 1918? Should not Australia‘s identity be founded on success under Australian leadership rather than on a failure under foreign leadership?

Historian, Jonathan King, writes that the Western Front was the birthplace of modern Australia rather than Gallipoli, in his book ‘The Western Front Diaries’. It is this writers view, and his alone, that he is probably correct because this was the foundation of the Australian identity.

Who provided this outstanding leadership? It was Australian Lieutenant General Sir John Monash who served in the AIF both in Gallipoli and the Western Front. Monash claimed that Australia’s sacrifices were justified, reassuring his troops in 1918 that their glorious and decisive victories would echo throughout the world and live forever in the history of our homeland.

Unfortunately, Monash’s heraldry did not “live forever’ in the homeland of Australians; their achievements were not fully appreciated by a Gallipoli obsessed post-war generation and these great victories have not been handed down from generation to generation at all. They are rarely, if ever, mentioned in the history classes in today’s schools.

This is partly due to the British claiming most of the credit for winning Western Front battles. This arose because the AIF was perceived by many to be a part of the British Forces anyway. Few British books written about the Western Front acknowledge the existence of the AIF. This writer is doing his best to counter this perception. Leading British WW1 historian A.J.P. Taylor reported “Monash was the only General of creative originality produced in the first war.” Roland Perry, Monash’s biographer also stated that “Monash actually changed the way the Allies planned their battles, as he introduced careful, inclusive and detailed map-based discussions well before each battle.”

This article acknowledges Jonathan King author of “The Western Front Diaries” and Roland Perry author of “Monash: The Outsider Who Won a War.” This writer agrees with the views expressed above. He is available to give presentations to any interested organisation on the life and times of General Sir John Monash.

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I was asked recently by a regular visitor – do I really need a check up? She told me that she has a good toothbrush and now after regular nagging by us also flosses every day so she shouldn’t need a regular checkup.

We talked about it and she realised that the benefits for her overall health are worth a trip to the dentist every six months.

There is no longer any question in the medical/dental world over the direct links between periodontal disease (which I call the silent gum disease because most people never know they have it) and systemic diseases such as strokes, heart disease, diabetes and even Alzheimer’s disease and low birth weight in babies. Good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups are not just about cleaning and polishing the teeth. It’s about your overall health and well-being.

Regular maintenance usually means that any small problems can be fixed or prevented before they become big expensive or very painful problems. X-rays are needed every couple of years to check between the teeth and under the gums where you can’t see. Without any x-rays, all sorts of things could be going on out of sight. The diagnostic laser helps but it can’t see under the gums either.

Children’s teeth are changing all the time and they also should have a regular dental checkup. Checking how the baby teeth are falling out and the positioning of the new permanent teeth could allow us to start interceptive orthodontic treatment early to prevent major problems later on. It is much better to help straighten teeth if they are growing in crooked that to simply wait till all the baby teeth are gone and then look at fixing the problems.

Also, it’s important to check how well they are brushing – do you really know they are brushing their teeth or are they just wetting the toothbrush and having a bit of a chew on it? Even though holes are easy to fix these days, it is better to prevent them before they become holes. Regular fluoride on kid’s teeth helps protect both baby and the big teeth against decay.

Someone from South Africa recently told me about their health fund insurance back home. They give dental bonuses or discounted premiums to everyone who visits their dentist for regular checkups at least twice a year. Obviously they have realized the value of regular dental checkups or they wouldn’t offer such a scheme. Ultimately it’s up to you. What do you want for your teeth or your child’s teeth? That is the question.

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Brisbane will be the national launch location for a national winter event to be held over 3 weeks during June and July this year. For many Queenslanders this will provide their first experience of snow fall and ice skating.

It’s a wonderful wintery celebration styled on Europe’s winter markets. Actual falling snow, open air ice rinks, a powder pit, fun rides, entertainment and activities will form Winter Festival in King George Square in Brisbane’s CBD. With the City Hall as backdrop it will be truly stunning. “This is a first for us to be in Brisbane and we are super happy to be here. We think Queenslanders are going to love it,� says event organiser Andrew Lemon. “For many it will be their first chance to experience real snow and for others it will be a chance for them to re-live some of the fun snow and ski experiences they’ve had on holidays. “Imagine ice skating on an open air ice rink with falling snow dusting your hair – blink and you’ll feel like you’re in Austria not Australia,� Andrew said.

Winter Festival will also be held in Canberra, Fremantle and Sydney and is this winter’s most unique event due to its wide range of activities appealing to couples, groups of friends, families and children alike. Even businesses are getting in on the action with many booking mid-year corporate and social events.

The ice skating rinks are wheelchair accessible and there are special skates for tiny tots.

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The Winter Festival will be held at King George Square, Ann Street until 10 July; Monday - Thursday - 10am to 7pm (last session 7pm so closes as 8pm), Friday and Saturday - 10am to 9pm (last session at 9pm so closes at 10pm) and Sunday - 9am - 7pm (last session at 7pm so closes at 8pm).

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SIDS and Kids also provide bereavement support for all families who have experienced the sudden and unexpected death of a baby or child - including stillbirth, SIDS and fatal sleeping accidents. But continuing this life-saving work and support for Australian families relies on Red Nose Day. 2016 supporters can get involved and help in a number of ways by purchasing a red nose, any other Red Nose Day product, making a donation or setting up a personal Everyday Hero ‘Dare 2 Care’ fundraising account – every effort will go towards saving little lives.

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Introducing the latest Red Nose Friends; the adorable plush toys ‘Leroy Lyrics’, ‘Sally Sunshine’ and ‘Katie Cakes’. These playful characters will be available to purchase along with items such as pens, wristbands and funky baby bandana bibs – perfect for the fashionable baby or toddler.

Another stylish way to show your support of Red Nose Day is with jewelry. Elegant silver beaded bracelets will be on offer, as well as a delicate pendant necklace comprising an interlocked heart in a red never ending circle of love. And we can’t forget the iconic red noses – always a favourite to wear with pride on Red Nose Day! All these products will be available to purchase from Big W, Target and other leading retailers as well as online at rednoseday.com.au.

In addition to the merchandise and fundraising opportunities, through an innovative new partnership, Australian Radio Network and iHeartRadio have come on board for Red Nose Day 2016.

SIDS and Kids saves the lives of thousands of babies’ each year through conducting worldclass research and providing evidence based education, bereavement support and community awareness programs. Red Nose Day has been an integral part of the charity’s fundraising calendar since 1988.

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(L-R) Asveen Chad (Treasurer, RSL), Vanessa Poskus (President Forest Lake Wasps), Brad Chipper (President, Rotary) The Forest Lake Junior Rugby Union Club has been abuzz welcoming new families. They launched their season with a successful Come ‘n Try Day in February and have not looked back since.

The brand new Little Stingers has proven very popular, with the U5s showing great enthusiasm for wearing their jersey, boots and hanging tight to their very own ball with pride. The U6s and U7s have had a terrific start with some great wins and the U8s are bursting at the seams with determined players.

A recent highlight was joining with Forest Lake Rotary and RSL to honour ANZAC Day, including participation in the ceremony, a BBQ and a special ANZAC match of kids and dads playing together.

There is a fantastic atmosphere around at the moment and for us it is just the start of welcoming new families to our fields. This facility is for the Forest Lake community, for our kids, to get involved in team sport and develop life long friendships.

As part of that plan to develop a multi-sport facility, the Wasps are holding an Expression of Interest evening to gauge public support for a Forest Lake Cricket Club, to commence the end of this year. To register your interest email info@forestlakewasps.com.au.

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COUNSELLING & COACHING SPRINGFIELD Recently A Garden Affair was held at Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens. This is an inter-club competition between all garden clubs in southeast Queensland. I am pleased to announce that we had some success especially in floral art. Winners were Angela Naumann (three firsts, a second and a third), Heather Previtt (first and Most Promise Award) while Maya Singh collected a second prize. Well done ladies as we almost won the Club Gaining Most Points for Floral Art. We returned 35 points while the Floral Art Society of Queensland won with 36 points. Other club winners were John Prout for Best Cut Orchid and Best Home Grown Produce, while Andrea Donnelly finished second in the Potted Fern class. Thank you to all the members who entered.

Our next bus trip will be on Saturday 11 June as we travel to Rocky Point Mulching operations for a tour of their business and morning tea. Then we travel to the Jacobs Well Tavern for a three course lunch and onto River Walk Garden at Yatala. Cost for the trip is $45 for members and $55 for guests. Lunch and entry fee to the garden are included in the price. If you would like more information or a flyer, please contact Jill (phone 3372 6800) or Heather (3879 2129). Don’t be the one to miss out on this outing.

One vegetable that thrives in the cold weather is spinach.

Sometimes spinach is confused with silverbeet, however, confusing the two is a bit like mistaking fake grass for lawn.

True spinach has a smooth, delicate flavour that blends with many other mild foods, while silverbeet’s stronger taste means that it can sometimes overwhelm more delicate flavours.

For those of us in the 50+ category, we first learnt about the wonders of spinach from the Popeye cartoons.

The guest speaker for June will be Jonathan from Rocky Point Mulching and at the 5 July meeting we will have Chris Hall from Dr, Grow it All. Why not come along to a meeting and have morning tea and a chat with other local gardeners?

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Forest Lake Probus Club Update

by Marge Breitenbach

There was excitement mixed with trepidation as the new Committee arrived early at the new venue to set up for its first meeting at the new Forest Lake Community Hall. Everything was so new and pristine; like walking into a new home for the first time. Furniture was quickly arranged and all preparations made for morning tea. Our Providore, Judy, had contracted someone to do the catering. Brian tested the sound system and President John cast his eagle eye over everything to ensure that all met with his approval.

The monthly speaker was Anastasia Roberts, Community Hearing Advisor, Australian Hearing. At the outset Ana pointed out that people are normally unaware that their hearing is fading, unlike when we are aware that something is happening to our sight. Apparently, hearing starts to deteriorate from the age of sixty years. Once hearing is lost, it cannot be retrieved but there are devices available to assist in improved hearing. The speaker explained testing procedures and demonstrated some of the devices available to assist in improving hearing.

Throughout her talk, Ana was plied with numerous questions from members who related some of their personal experiences.

The life expectancy of hearing aids vary from three to five years because of the change in the level of hearing and other variants.

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Retirees and semi-retirees come and join us for fun and friendship or perhaps a cup of tea or coffee. The Probus Club of Forest Lake Inc meets the second Tuesday of the month at 10am in the Forest Lake Community Hall, College Avenue. For more details contact Membership Officer Shirley on 3879 9421 or President John on 3372 1270. Looking forward to meeting you.

Stop singing in the shower!

And join the local community choir right here in Forest Lake. The choir began in January and meets every Friday evening from 6.30-7.30pm during the school term at the community house. The choir’s first big gig will be performing at the Forest Lake Community Carols, with an outdoor mini concert planned for a Sunday afternoon by the lake in July.

With 12 regular members, as well as others with varied availability, choir leader and singing teacher Bec Mepham encourages all those who would like to participate to contact her on 0466 103 338. There is no age restriction with many members’ children joining in from time to time. A variety of styles are sung with choir members discussing and deciding on song choices together.

“I think the most important point is that we are about sharing music in a friendly and relaxed environment so that music is accessible to everyone in the community,” said Bec. “It’s an inclusive and supportive place to sing your heart out!”

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Local parents turn authors for book collaboration The Victoria Bridge in Brisbane lit up with blue lights twice recently to symbolise hope and to light the way for parents of children on the Autism Spectrum through the course of Autism Awareness Month.

It was first lit up to coincide with a worldwide campaign called Light It Up Blue for Autism and was in the very good company of structures such as the Empire State Building, The Opera House, The Great Sphinx and the Great Pyramids of Giza, and many others who were lighting it up blue across the globe.

The lighting of the bridge also shone a light on 25 authors across Australia who joined forces to highlight the success that is possible when a community comes Dr Renae Beaumont (centre), pictured with the local authors. together to raise a child in need.

Photo credit: Ryan Chapman Three of those authors are from Forest Lake, including Paul and Rachael Rendle who are parents to three beautiful children, two of whom are on the Autism Spectrum.

All the authors were joined at the Victoria Bridge by a number of people including renowned Autism specialist Dr Renae Beaumont who came to show her support for the book.

Dr Beaumont said, “I fully support the project and the concept of parents coming together to help other parents.

It is a great idea and it’s wonderful to see parents working together to create a book that brings help and hope to other parents.”

During their individual journeys, each author found their key to success in a broad range of tools and resources but all agreed that the most important key was never to give up on your child living a happy, healthy and successful life.

Each author offers a snapshot of the reality of raising a child on the Autism Spectrum and even offers a range of ideas and options for extended family and friends to be able to offer practical and much needed support.

The idea to light up the bridge seemed like the perfect way to celebrate the success that so many families experience with other families who might find themselves isolated or overwhelmed. It was a very symbolic way to let families know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

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Forest Lake Lions Club update

by Kim Grierson The Lions Club of Forest Lake have been involved in raising funds for a special bathroom modification for Joel, a 12 year old Forest Lake resident who has Angelman Syndrome and juvenile arthritis. The Club raised $3939 and together with $3938 from the Australian Lions Foundation and the $12,000 already committed by St. Michael’s Home Modifications (STM Services), the total cost of the renovation was reached.

The renovation was completed in April and is now being used by Joel and his family. One of the main aspects of the renovation included a walk-in bath which gives easier wheelchair accessibility and will reduce stress and physical exertion on Joel, his Mum and carers.

Angelman Syndrome is a rare genetic condition characterised by love of water, laughter, hugs and energetic movements. People with this condition typically have high support needs, mobility limitations, complex communication needs with little or no verbal language, severe sleep disorders and often with intractable epilepsy. Information about the syndrome is available at www.angelmansyndrome.org.

A big thank you to the Australian Lions Foundation for their financial support of this project. The Lions Club of Forest Lake and the Warren family would also like to thank all the volunteers and patrons who come along to support our fund raising Lions barbeques and also for the public donations which we received. Without your support we would not have achieved our goal.

Forest Lake Men’s Shed Update

by Steve Bruford - President The Forest Lake Men’s Shed Inc is still looking for a home base. We have almost exhausted all council land with no success but are hopefull that our new councillor, Charles Strunk, will be able to help us find a home. We have great support in our community for our Men’s Shed; just need a space to put it.

We are now meeting on the third Saturday of the month and are planning to have sausage sizzle’s and a market stall to raise money for when we have land and need to build. We are determined to achieve our goals. We have plenty of ideas for things to make for the community, such as benches for around the lake just for starters.

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This month I want to talk about the next generation of leaders in our community. I was thrilled to have school leaders from Forest Lake State School and St Johns Anglican College visit parliament. The school leaders explored Parliament and saw the chamber in action.

It was a great honour to have the Speaker pause proceedings to welcome the students to the Parliament. After touring the Parliamentary precinct, I was able to chat with the students about their hopes and aims for the future. We’re so lucky to have such bright and compassionate school leaders in our community.

Making sure everyone has the opportunity to have a job is something that’s really important to me. I’m pleased to share the latest job figures. Based on the ABS’s revised figures for March, the latest result means 61,300 new jobs have been created since the Palaszczuk government was elected — that’s 1,960 full-time jobs every month compared with 360 full-time jobs lost every month under the Campbell Newman government. It shows our Economic Plan is getting Queenslanders back to work.

With the federal election upon us, I believe it is really important to make sure all our children, regardless of their postcode or parents income, get the skills they need to succeed.

I was disappointed to see that the Turnbull government has not matched the Federal opposition and Labor Candidate for Oxley Milton Dick’s pledge for local schools. In just one financial year, they will pump $20 million into our local schools in Forest Lake and schools in the electorate of Oxley. I’ll stand with Milton to make sure our schools get a better deal.

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Councillor Charles Strunk Forest Lake Ward Councillor

Let me start by saying thank you to everyone who has contacted the Forest Lake Ward Office, or visited one of my mobile offices, over the past month. I am proud to be part of a community that cares so much about what is happening in our suburbs. Over the past month I have been acting on your concerns and feedback, and I am committed to working hard to continue the great work of my good friend, Federal Labor candidate for Oxley and former Cr Milton Dick.

I have been working very closely with the residents of the Forest Lake Ward, Council Officers and community groups and have started delivering positive outcomes for the Forest Lake Ward.

There were many fantastic events in the Ward this month, such as the Crime Stoppers Queensland event held at the Lake, where I got the chance to meet residents and hear their feedback. Last month was very busy, and the Ward Office is very proud of the things we have already achieved for our local area. Things like getting the ball rolling on re-opening the dog off-leash park on College Avenue, increasing the inspection rates of our local parks in order to improve cleanliness and reduce litter and submitting funding recommendations to the Brisbane City Council in order to increase amenities in the Lake Precinct.

I have also been assisting the Hakka Association of Australia in organising their annual Multicultural and Dragon boat Festival in the Lake Precinct, which kicks off on Sunday 5 June.

I am working hard to deliver real outcomes for the people of the Forest Lake Ward. I would appreciate your feedback, however big or small, about our community, so please contact the Ward Office on 3407 1211 or send an email to forestlake.ward@bcc.qld.gov.au.

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News from the 19th Hole Forest Lake Social Golf Club update by Patrick Ayling The Forest Lake Social Golf Club had another good turnout with 23 players attending the Carbrook game, including two new joining members who accompanied Marc Steward and Alan ‘Frosty’ Frost.

The morning was overcast and threatening rain when we arrived, and by tee off time, the drizzle had commenced, however, everyone was prepared with their wet weather gear and umbrella’s in hand.

The first hole of the day was from the 10th, a short par 4 that curls around a large lake. The long hitters in the group thought they would take on the green, but in the end the lake won, resulting in many ball donations to the Water Gods! It is alleged one member knocked five balls into the lake attempting to drive onto the green before conceding and giving himself a 10 score for that hole.

As the day progressed, the occasional misty rain developed into a steady drizzle, which didn’t help most players scores! Despite the conditions, the course played very well, with the greens holding up nicely all day.

The 19th hole was the most eagerly awaited all day, giving members a chance to dry out and enjoy a nice lunch and a few welcome ales! The Club’s fund raising for the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Foundation’s Perinatal Research Centre was again well supported.

Carbrook Results – Stroke Event Congratulations to all the prize winners on the day.

A Grade Winner was Atul Bhardwaj and Runner up Andrew Baker; B Grade Winner was Pat Ayling and Runner up Richard Focken; C Grade Winner was Dani Dvornicich and Runner up Phil King; Longest Drive Hole 16 – A Grade Colin Brooke, B Grade Pat Ayling, C Grade Dani Dvornicich and Ladies Longest Drive Kirrilly MacDonald; Nearest Approach Hole 1 - Kyle Fairweather Nearest the Pin Hole 7 - Ian Whiteley Nearest the Pin Hole 14 - Greg Robson The club’s next game will be the Hills International game on 12 June at 7.19 am.

For anyone who is interested in joining our club, please contact Pat (President) on 0417 213 659; or like ‘Forest Lake Social Golf Club’ on our Facebook Page and register your interest there.

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The Heritage Community Bank Branch at Forest Lake and the Jindalee Golf Club proudly sponsor the Forest Lake Social Golf Club Inc.

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hether you’re a season golfer or you just like to have a social hit with friends, Karana Downs Golf Club promises a great day out and is just an easy 25 minute drive from Forest Lake. Golf is a fun way to stay fit and healthy and the club offers a beautiful natural setting as you make your way around the 4546m course. But don’t be tricked into thinking this is an easy course. It will test all standards of players with its tight, 18 hole, par 66 layout and will provide most golfers with an experience that will have them coming back for more.

Whatever you do, don’t miss the fairways as the course is designed around the local houses and missing a fairway may put you out of bounds. Don’t think that once you are on the green that you have played the hardest parts of the hole, the greens are in great condition with challenges awaiting. Have a good look before you putt and check every line first. Every one of the holes has a different surprise just waiting for you to master, as well as water, bunkers and thick bush to keep you on your toes.

Playing a round of golf at Karana Downs Golf Club is always a rewarding experience, with its picturesque holes along the Brisbane river and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, both out on the course and in the clubhouse after your game. And there’s no better time than now to book a game, as the club is offering a Pay for 1 Game and Get 1 Free offer. This free game offer can be used any day, including weekends and public holidays. Use it for yourself or shout a friend a free game - the choice is yours. Simply go to page 9 of this issue of The Lake News and find the voucher, then contact the club on 3201 0833 to secure your spot, as bookings are essential.

With this beautiful winter weather and a fantastic free golf offer, there’s absolutely no excuse to not grab a mate and make your way out to Karana Downs Country Club for a great day out.

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FROM THE DESK OF

Annastacia Palaszczuk MPP STATE MEMBER FOR INAL A

It was wonderful to see such a great turn-out for the second annual Walk with the Lions charity event held at our Forest Lake Parklands, this year raising funds for the RedKite and Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundations. These charities provide family support and help fund the research that will beat childhood cancer. It was a pleasure to help sponsor the event, and congratulations are in order for Project Coordinator April Lindel, and the many volunteers and organisers from the Lions Club who contribute to make this excellent event a reality.

It is my pleasure to announce that our Government has launched its Queensland: an age-friendly community — Strategic direction statement after months of consultation across the state. I had the opportunity to launch proceedings last month with Minister O’Rourke, alongside local resident Vera Somerville. This statement provides an outline as to how we can achieve a more age-friendly community in Queensland, which residents of all ages can actively participate within. There were more than 9000 responses during the consultation period, and now we’re taking the time to reflect on your responses as we work on the next phase.

If you ever require assistance for any issues, please feel free to contact my Electorate Office at our new number 3737 2100, or email inala@parliament.qld.gov.au. Alternatively, you can always pop by the office on Old Progress Road (next to Richlands Plaza) to speak with me or my staff, who are more than willing to help you.

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The Gallery Walk at Mt Tamborine was the venue for the Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club’s May outing. Along the way we had a morning tea stop at Tamborine with delicious home baked goodies being the main attraction. With everyone suitably fed and watered, we headed up the mountain for a great days shopping and wine tasting along The Gallery Walk. Lunch was left up to everyone’s own discretion so as not to take too much time out of their day!

With bags full of goodies, empty pockets and some nice wine tasting, it was time to board our coach and make our way back down the mountain and on home to Forest Lake. All the ladies agreed they had a wonderful day’s shopping, while the gents really enjoyed the beer and wine.

The Club’s ‘Extra Activity‘ for this month was held on 11 May at the Forest Lake Hotel for a lunch with 32 members attending, with plenty of tall stories and laughing going on around the tables.

The Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club wishes to acknowledge its support from the Heritage Community Branch, Forest Lake.

Forest Lake Fifty Plus Club meet on the third Friday of the month at the Queensland Lions Soccer Club, Pine Road, Richlands at 10.30am. New members are most welcome.

For more information on the Club and its activities, please contact Les (Activities Officer) on 3279 9449 or mob 0466 377 618 to register your interest, email fl50plusc@gmail.com.

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The St John’s Old Collegians’ Awards Breakfast, is a much anticipated annual event which celebrates the achievements of our past students and brings together the network of community members who support our College.

The Breakfast, held recently at Hillstone, St Lucia, allows St John’s to formally highlight the exceptional achievements of our graduates in many fields of endeavour, in tertiary study, professional life and in the community in which they live.

From the earliest graduates in 2000 to the most recent in 2015, all our graduates strive to be well-educated, innovative, inspirational and compassionate people of influence in the communities in which they serve.

Our five awardees for 2016 were, Dr Jeevan Sivalingam (2000) for Excellence in the Workplace. Dr Sivalingam was the College inaugural Dux and has gone on to establish three dental practices in both Australia and the UK. Michael Reid (2009) for Academic Excellence is now living and work in Shenzhen China. Michael, amongst his many projects and achievements through the University of Queensland, now works as a Mechatronics Projects Leader for a startup organisation HAX. The award for Outstanding Service to the Community went to Jasmin Pambid (2005). Jasmin’s background in community development was further enhanced

after achieving a Bachelor of Social Science at UQ. She now dedicates her time and energy to making a difference to her local and international community. Awardee Courtney Nuttall (2010), after completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioural Science (Psychology) and Business (Finance Major) has remained actively engaged with St John’s and was awarded with Service to the College. Old Collegian of the Year, Zachary Raftery (2006) has achieved a Bachelor’s Degree, Psychological Science, a Masters in Counselling Psychology, is now completing his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and adding to this Zachary has worked tirelessly to establish the Old Collegians Association which he now Chairs.

The Awards honour fine examples of our graduates who continue to set high standards for themselves and the community.

It is with great confidence and enthusiasm that St John’s will continue to thrive well into the future with the focus being on the best educational outcomes for graduates.

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Lumps and bumps are certainly more common, and often a little more worrisome, in older pets than younger pets. It is recommended that you check your dog and cat’s bodies on a regular basis. You can check your pet by running your fingers through their coat lightly, starting with the head, back, sides, down the legs, chest and the belly. If you feel something unusual, notice a new lump or notice that a lump has changed in size and shape, we recommend that you have it looked at by your vet.

There are many types of lumps but these are some of the ones we see regularly.

Lipomas - or fatty lumps These are probably the most common lumps found on dogs and are more common in obese pets. These are benign cancers that can grow quite slowly and rarely spread. In some cases they may need to be removed if they become larger and uncomfortable.

Mast cell tumours Mast cell tumours are a type of skin cancer that can take on many different appearances. They are malignant so all mast cell tumours should be removed.

Breast cancer - Mammary tumours Whilst some lumps in the mammary glands in female dogs can be quite harmless, others are amongst the most aggressive forms of cancer. Surgical removal of mammary lumps is advisable.

Warts Warts are more common in older animals and look like a small tag of skin attached to the coat. They can be irritating and in some cases require removal.

Sebaceous cysts These are swellings filled with a creamy matter. Often seen in older pets and found in the middle of the back.

They can get infected and need cleaning up and removal Histiocytoma Histiocytomas are red button-like lump swellings that are usually found on young pets.

What to do You cannot tell whether a lump is a nasty cancer just by looking at it. Your veterinarian will examine the lump to see if they think it is suspicious. They will also examine your pet to see if they are healthy and if there are any other growths present. Biopsy’s and removal are options if your vet is concerned and a diagnosis through testing the removed lump will determine the prognosis and enable any follow up treatment to be planned.

A watchful eye is a good thing to have and lumps are best to be checked sooner rather than later.

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CRICKET IN FOREST LAKE Frustrated by having to travel for your kids to play cricket?

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A public meeting will be held to discuss forming a cricket club in Forest Lake.

Forest Lake Branch update by Julie Baldwin

The meeting will be held on Thursday 15th June 2016 Commencing 7pm at The Coffee Club Forest Lake.

All members of the community are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Only if we have enough public interest will we be able to move forward – together we can make it happen!

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Welcome to our June edition. The start of winter season. Hopefully not too many ills and chills.

Ladies and gentlemen in the 50 something age group, come and join us. We would love to meet you. There are many, many benefits of membership with National Seniors and the yearly membership fee is very affordable. National Seniors website is also a great source of more helpful information.

Meeting date is Wednesday 8 June. Meeting Place Lions Soccer Club, 133 Pine Road, Richlands. (Second Wednesday of the month) 9.30am sign in for a 10am start.

Meeting entry includes morning tea. Why not stay on after the meeting for lunch at Lions?

To our members who are unwell, we extend our very best wishes for a return to good health.

We were delighted to have a musical ensemble from St John’s Anglican College play for us at May Branch meeting.

A special treat for Mother’s Day, chocolates too. We held our first ever Cent Auction with very good items available and a chance to win a shopping gift card. Lots of laughs were had by all and many terrific bargains were snapped up. Thank you to all who donated to this event.

What’s on the Calendar in June?

A special guest speaker has been booked for June’s meeting. Come along. You will be sure to find it quite interesting.

Also coming up for this month are a trip to Australia Zoo, a visit to Spirit of the Anzac Experience Exhibition, HoeDown Charity event, and lunch at The Blue Fin. Something there for everyone.

Photo taken at our members BBQ at the Lake with ‘Games Master Barry’ calling contestants to the bocce and thong throwing events. Again, lots of fun with great food and more importantly great company with a chance to just relax and have a chat. Thanks to Leeanne Enoch, Member for Algester and Heritage Bank for the loan of the marquees. It was quite a warm pleasant day.

Coming up next month is Christmas in July. Everyone loves Christmas in July and this year, once again, our organised special event taking place down Cleveland way is sure to be enjoyed by all.

Check out our website www.forestlakenationalseniors. org.au/. For further information about our Branch please contact either Julie 3278 7274 or Val 3372 4405.

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How do you go in your family with devices?

For most families, devices are a constant part of life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they sit in our pockets, we walk around with them in our hands, we stare blankly at them. And, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not all negative. The availability of immediate information, weather forecasts, online family calendars are all good aspects of the use of devices.

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So, rather than going to extremes of saying either â&#x20AC;&#x153;devices are always badâ&#x20AC;? or to constantly being on them, we need to have enough self-discipline to govern our own lives and homes so that these helpful devices donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t become a harmful intrusion.

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Recently, I was talking with a lady in her 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who told me that, each day, her husband gets up, has breakfast, and then gets on the computer â&#x20AC;&#x153;for the dayâ&#x20AC;?. Just because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a hand-held device doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make that sort of behaviour healthy. The issue of addiction to devices is not just a young personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s problem.

Two, playing games on a device is not always a waste of time. Just because someone is playing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Candy Crushâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; or â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Solitaireâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean that they are wasting time. There are times when we need to unwind and rest our brains by disengaging from the concerns of the day. Leisure is part of the natural rhythm of life.

So, how can we monitor devices in our families so that they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t become an unhealthy addition to our homes? Here are some thoughts: â&#x20AC;˘ Have â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;device-freeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; times when devices are put away so that we engage with each other. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m aware of one family that makes the first day of every holiday a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;device-freeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; day, so that they come together as a family; â&#x20AC;˘ Consider leaving your devices in a central area of the house overnight so family members arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to waste valuable sleeping time on devices. This is also a good way to monitor what is being accessed on the devices. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bring devices to the meal table. Family meal times are precious times of connecting with each other in a busy world. Protect your family meal times.

We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to be worried about devices. Nor should we be complacent. As the Bible says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a season to everythingâ&#x20AC;?

(Ecclesiastes 3:1) and that â&#x20AC;&#x153;everythingâ&#x20AC;? includes devices.

Wisdom is to know how to define and guard those seasons.

Why not sit down as a family and work out some family guidelines together? It will be time well-spent and set healthy guidelines for your family together.

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