The Local News, November 2014

The Local News NOVEMBER 2014 - ISSUE 207

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Divine Arts sale and exhibition brings unique art to locals Julie Peachey, with son Zach, began their small company to help artists and artisans striving to preserve and present their personal stories and the traditions of a rich history through their art while providing for their families.

Artists and artisans are an essential part of tribal, village and town life but have always been amongst the poorest members of their communities. The preservation of traditional arts and handcrafts of tribal and indigenous people has become equally urgent as they are no longer immune from escalating change.

Each year, Julie travels to remote communities of the Indian subcontinent to meet with these artists, artisans and cooperatives in their houses and huts, studios and workshops in deserts, villages and slums. The work they produce is beautiful; objects and artwork made using the simplest of tools in the harshest of environments, often needing all family members to sustain them. Many of the artisans are women, embroidering exquisite fabrics, bags, scarves and covers.

Sharing these affordable artworks with a greater audience beyond the local market gives Zach and Julie great pleasure.

Divine Arts showcases and sells one collection annually; items chosen for the richness of their story, the quality of craftsmanship and a strong personal aesthetic.

This years’ collection focuses on the folk and traditional arts of Ladakh and the desert areas of Western Rajasthan and Gujarat in India. Highlights include precious antique embroideries and traditional clothing from Kutch - ‘mothers and grandmothers work’, lac utensils, appliques, gorgeous silver jewellery and finely painted miniature botanical works, beautiful hand-woven silks, cottons and woollen scarves, shawls and covers.

Divine Arts Company was an early adopter of the ‘pop- up’ shop concept, working with family, friends and Corinda State High School to minimise exhibition and shop expenses, which helped them support the Nabajiban Mission for orphaned and abandoned children in West Bengal.

Julie and Zach believe that all the products in this year’s collection are worthy of lifetimes of love and care and make enduring Christmas gifts.

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Personally Speaking with Susannah Friis

Current world issues have us all feeling a little off kilter, I think. It feels a little like you couldn’t throw a dart at a map of the world without landing on a country that is in the middle of a serious crisis.

I make a point of not watching the news every day; not because I want to be ignorant, but because I hear enough of it just going about my ordinary days that purposefully sitting down to watch it might just send me over the edge.

I spoke with two dear friends on two different occasions just recently. Both had wonderful ‘good news’ to tell me.

Both these friends have had it pretty rough for quite some years, so I was overjoyed to hear that things were finally looking up for them.

It does something to us just to hear good news even if it doesn’t relate to us, doesn’t it? I found my mood lifted, I kept smiling remembering what they told me about and I found my thoughts focused on the good that was happening to them, rather than the ‘bad’ things that had happened to them in the past.

It’s no secret that dwelling on our troubles brings us down, as does dwelling on all the trouble in the world around us.

I have a bit of a rule: if I find out about a certain issue, I assess it to see if I can help. If I can, then I do. If I can’t, then I generally don’t focus on it.

Many of the problems we face in the world today, we can’t help solve. I, personally, can’t do anything about ISIS, or the US economy, the outbreak of Ebola or the unrest in Syria.

BUT, homelessness in my own city, human trafficking, farmers doing it tough, children in Australia going to bed hungry each night - these are things I can help be part of the solution for. I may not be able to eradicate homelessness, human trafficking, or make it rain for the farmers, or ensure that every child in Australia is well fed, cared for and educated. But I can do something.

You see, worrying about world issues that we can do nothing about is pointless, particularly when there are many issues going on right around us that we can do something about.

It’s not about being ignorant of world events and global issues, it’s actually about being in touch with our skill set and our strengths that we can put to use for whatever need we see that we know we can affect.

If you’re concerned about what you’re watching on the world news every night, why not start focussing on the things you can do locally instead of worrying about all the things overseas that you, most likely, can’t change.

Take a look around you. What issues are happening right on your doorstep that you could get involved with bringing about a solution to?

You may not be someone who can change the whole world, but you could change the whole world for someone.

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Local teen back from trip of a lifetime Readers may remember Corinda State High School student Krista from the June edition of The Local News. Krista had plans to walk the Kokoda track in September and we are happy to report she is back from her adventure with many stories to tell.

Together with 28 other hikers, and over 60 PNG porters, Krista endured the harsh conditions of the country and faced many challenges along the way.

“My greatest challenge was maintaining patience and a will to continue. Day in and day out you were hiking up mountains that do not even compare to Australian mountains, carrying a 15kg backpack when your body is already sore and exhausted, and it rains every afternoon without fail in PNG,” said Krista. “The most challenging part, though, was waking up in the morning and putting on stinky, cold, wet clothes in the darkness knowing exactly what you have to do for the rest of the day.”

Despite the challenges of the hike, the reward of arriving at a village each night where the hikers were greeted with a warm welcome, food and sometimes a performance from local dancers and singers. The group also had the opportunity to experience the history and cultural significance the country has to offer.

“I loved waking up at dawn for the Isurava dawn service. To have a dawn service at one of the major battle sites on such a beautiful mountain was surreal. I’d be lying if I said there were no tears.

“One of the days we had a presentation down at a rock where one of the Australian battle heroes, Bruce Kingsbury, had been killed. I sat down there by myself for a good hour reflecting and thinking about how the blood of so many men are held in the soils of such a beautiful place.”

For Krista the life changing trip won’t be forgotten, nor the many lessons learnt while there.

“I have had my fair share of problems but this experience has opened my eyes to a whole new world and since my return I have been so much happier, with myself and with my life in general.

“Most of the villages we visited consisted of hand built huts with no furniture. The children’s bellies were swollen with malnutrition. They had no means of entertainment other than each other, not even a ball to play with. We often gave them our food and I gave a frisbee to the family who had adopted me and they played with it for hours amazed that it “flies like a plane”. It provided so much happiness for the whole family and it made me realise how much, as a western society, we rely on such silly things to keep us happy. I don’t ever want to forget that lesson.”

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Veterinary Voice

by Diane M Sheehan BVSc

Hot weather and your pets This summer is looking to be very hot; we have soared into higher than average temperatures in October for days on end.

This type of weather can be very hard for your pets to deal with, particularly if they are very young, very old, or have medical conditions such as heart, respiratory, liver or kidney problems.

Very hot temperatures can lead to heat stroke in dogs and cats, where the heat load on the animal exceeds the heat that is lost or dissipated. Because of their inferior capacity to exchange heat (we sweat they don’t) this problem is more common in dogs and cats than humans.

As the heat increases, the conditions lead to the opening up of blood vessels and can result in poor organ perfusion and can lead to tissue damage. That damage can include haemorrhage, breakdown of the gut lining, and damage to internal organs such as the liver and kidneys.

Signs of heat stress are usually seen during hot summer months, but also in cases where animals are confined in hot poorly ventilated spaces, such as cars. The signs to look out for include: rapid breathing, fast, racing heart, depression, diarrhoea, vomiting, dehydration, seizures and collapse and coma.

If you notice any of these signs, ring your vet. Immediately bath your pet in cold water and place them in front of a fan to speed up evaporation. Your vet will check the dogs temperature frequently to make sure their temperature is going down.

The thermal regulation centre can go a bit haywire following an episode of heat stroke and the animal may not be able to regulate its temperature so will need monitoring. Fluids will need to be given via an intravenous drip to counteract shock and re-hydrate your pet, and urine output will be measured.

It is important when exercising your dog in the hotter months to do it when temperatures are lower, early morning and evening are best. Also remember you need to control the chasing games and ball games and only exercise your dog moderately when it is hot.

Summer garden dangers to be aware of are usually beautiful garden plants lilies, day lilies, tiger lilies, glory lilies and stargazer lilies. All parts of the lilies are toxic for cats.

The first signs of poisoning include vomiting, depression, loss of appetite and the worst case scenario is renal failure. Other plants that are toxic include brunfelsia otherwise known as yesterday, today and tomorrow. Early intensive treatment is vital for survival so talk to your vet.

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Don’t miss this year’s Sherwood Festival Friday, 21 November It’s almost that time of year again, the weather is warming up, Christmas is creeping closer and the Sherwood community festival is just around the corner.

What better way to celebrate Christmas than at the 19th annual street-based community festival in Sherwood on Friday the 21st of November.

Sponsored by the Brisbane City Council, the family friendly festival features an array of things to do, see and experience including fun free rides, spectacular local school performances, nativity play, Santa, diverse food stalls, and plenty of other types of entertainment - something for everyone in the family.

Sherwood Festival Committee President Vivienne Rogers and her local team have spent a year planning yet another exciting festival highlighting the community sense of belonging, spirit and culture.

This festival is an opportunity for the community to show its colours and unite in the celebrations of everything great about the local area, season and holiday.

The event runs from 5.30pm to 9.30pm and is held on Sherwood Road between Oxley Road and Hedges Street.

There’s no better way to gather with your friends and family, connect with your community, celebrate Christmas and embrace local school children’s performances, than at the Sherwood Community Festival on 21 November.

A time to celebrate

Year Twelve students from St John’s Anglican College developed their theme for the year around each school term.

The theme for Term One was ‘Preparation’ as they readied themselves for the year of work ahead. ‘Determination’ was the aptly named theme for Term Two, with students resolving to dig a little deeper into their studies. The theme ‘Supporting Others’ summed up Term Three as students encouraged and cheered each other on to continue the hard work needed to get them all over the line. Finally, Term Four is the ‘Celebration’ term and to start the intense but very short last phase of their school life the student celebrated with their senior formal.

“The students never, ever cease to amaze our school community,” said Principal Suzanne Bain. “The girls were all beautifully dressed and our boys were a dapper group of gentlemen.”

The group started their wonderful night at the serene Lakes Stage in Forest Lake with family photos and from there they travelled in limos and other various means to the Sofitel in the city.

The students had a wonderful night and have now started Term Four ready to take up the challenge of the next seven weeks.

“Our whole community wishes every student well for their final school exams.”

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Sherwood Probus Club UPDATE BY PAM DALE In early December, members of the theatre group will be attending the Lord Mayor’s Senior’s Christmas Parties in the refurbished City Hall. These parties are in recognition of the contribution that seniors have made to the community over their lifetime.

The theatre group is spoilt for choice in 2015 with two great musicals already booked. Anything Goes features the music of Cole Porter, and Dirty Dancing. Our group booker attended the launch of the 2015 season of the Queensland Theatre Company.

So many plays, it will be difficult to choose.

Early October saw the garden group visiting the Maroochydore Botanical Gardens where the swamp orchids were in full bloom in the rainforest area. A guided walk through the sculpture gardens was very interesting with many sculptures made by well known artists. In November, they will be visiting a member’s garden which has recovered well from devastating floods in recent years.

There was a recent extended trip to the Goulburn and Canberra area where travellers enjoyed the hospitality, fun and friendship with Mt Gravatt Probus members. The Floriade in Canberra was beautiful and the tulips in Bowral were in full flower.

In early November, members will be enjoying a cultural experience with a conducted tour of Chinatown. This tour explores Chinese cooking with a tour of the Asian Supermarket and a visit to the local stores, finishing with a Chinese meal.

The dinner group enjoyed a meal in a local Japanese restaurant which also caters to Australian tastes. Much fun and conviviality was enjoyed by all. The lunch group continues to meet at a local golf club.

One of the newer groups is the computer group which meets at a member’s home to mentor and learn various computer skills including email, internet searching and photo printing.

Sherwood Probus meets on the 3rd Friday of the month (except December) at 10am at Sherwood AFL Club. Our membership is drawn from the area from Indooroopilly to Oxley, the Centenary suburbs and Moorooka/Yeronga area.

Contact Pat 3372 7525 or Pam 3375 4698 to find out more about Sherwood Probus Club.

Corinda Branch update by Ruby McFarlane At the Corinda Branch of National Seniors Australia, we had our Bring and Buy at our October meeting, which was very successful. Thanks due to all who contributed. The Queensland Police Band came along and entertained us with the stirring music from the pipes and drums, and information about their activities over the year.

Our Christmas party is something to look forward to on 9th December, catered for as usual by Cheryl and Janelle. A lucky door prize and many raffles will make for an enjoyable time.

We would like to see members of NSA that do not at present attend our meetings to make a New Year resolution to help swell our numbers. We are a welcoming group with guest speakers every month. Find us at the corner of Oxley Road and Queenscroft St in the Western District Sports and Community Club. For further information ring Louise on 3379 8315.

Hello Readers In just a few short weeks Year 12 students from schools all over Australia will graduate. There will be lots of celebrations leading up to this exciting period in their lives and some sad farewells as they leave the environment which as been a significant influence in their formative years. They will no doubt miss their teachers and friends with whom they have studied and played for many years and the routines they have developed.

Hopefully they will reflect on the enduring values and attitudes instilled in them during their school journey.

They will approach their new environment with confidence if that journey was in a safe and secure environment in which these values and attitudes have been modeled and taught daily by teachers who care about their future.

Values and attitudes are taught and caught. They are taught in the school’s approach to learning, the high expectations set, the topics studied and the daily encouragement given by committed and dedicated teachers. They are caught as students are immersed in the environment and surrounded by role models; including their peers, their teachers, past students, parents and friends of the school and the vast network of business supporters surrounding the school.

At St John’s our students tell us that they are strongly motivated by the stories of Old Collegians who are in university or now further into their careers. These fine young people display the values and attitudes students have been hearing about and witnessing here at school each day. In this motivational and engaging teaching and learning environment the lives of young people are shaped and the grounding for strong futures is provided.

Students at St John’s are taught to have high expectations of themselves and are supported to achieve their personal best whether this be in their academic, cultural, sporting or service life. They are motivated to succeed and they support one another in that goal, building self confidence each year. Everyday during their school journey from Kindergarten to Year 12 opportunities to develop these values and attitudes are there to be “caught”.

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Friends of Sherwood arboretum - Brisbane’s living treasure -

by Andrew Benison

Sherwood Arboretum is much more than a popular riverside destination for picnics, walks and enjoying time with your family and friends. Brisbane’s heritage-listed Arboretum is also home to a magnificent collection of more than 1000 trees, rich birdlife, a unique place in our city’s history and a wonderful natural environment to explore, from its wetlands to the riverside rainforest.

With so much to discover, the Friends of Sherwood Arboretum Association (FOSA) is working towards an innovative solution to offer visitors an easy way to discover the Arboretum.

With the support of the State Government’s Everyone’s Environment Grants, FOSA will launch a new website, www. sherwoodarboretum.com.au next February to celebrate the Arboretum’s 90th anniversary on Saturday 21 March 2015.

The website will include several ‘digital trails’ featuring the significant trees, the heritage, birdlife and the environment to help visitors and residents enjoy the Arboretum more fully.

The heritage trail, for example, will give visitors the opportunity to use their mobile devices to explore the history behind one of the Arboretum’s standout features, the impressive Kauri avenue (pictured).

Just a few months before the City of Brisbane we know today was created, 72 prominent citizens planted this unique avenue on 21 March 1925 to mark the Arboretum’s opening.

The popular State Governor, Sir Matthew Nathan and pioneering conservationist, Romeo Lahey, a driving force behind the creation of Lamington National Park, are just two of the original Kauri planters.

The Oxley - Chelmer History Group and FOSA volunteers have spent many months researching the fascinating history of these tree planters for the website trail. FOSA also lodged a bid with Council last month for a Brisbane History Grant to provide granite markers with name tags beside each of the Kauri trees to help visitors explore this famous avenue.

To know more about the Arboretum’s 90th birthday celebration, please visit FOSA at the Sherwood Community Festival on Friday 21 November.

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Benarrawa CDA Update

by Stacy Yan and John Maume

Benarrawa Community Development Association held its Annual Elders Lunch last month at Christ the King Primary School. Benarrawa Aboriginal and Torres Islander Solidarity group (BenATSI) host the lunch each year to thank the Indigenous Elders who work tirelessly every year toward reconciliation, cultural understanding and supporting indigenous people.

BenATSI solitary group members gathered with important Elders such as Uncle Des Sandy, Aunty Mulinjarlie and Uncle Albert Holt to celebrate their efforts and enjoy a great BBQ lunch, sharing conversation and news.

The BenATSI group is also planning to have an Indigenous art stall at Sherwood Community Festival, to be held on Sherwood Road from 5.30pm on Friday the 21st of November. The festival is very popular and the group is hoping to have at least three Aboriginal artists selling their smaller works and craft in the stall. It will be an excellent opportunity to get that something special for someone for this Christmas. So, grab your friends and family and join us there.

In other news, Benarrawa CDA’s carers group, South West Network of Carers (SNOC) will gather for an early Christmas Lunch at Hotel Monier, Darra, on Wednesday 26 November, starting at 11.30am. SNOC is a peer-support group for people who are caring for a family member, friend or other community member who has a disability or chronic, debilitating illness. Guest speakers are invited to attend this group on a semi-regular basis, with the group most recently enjoying a visit from Carers QLD. SNOC meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month, usually at Benarrawa. Anyone interested in joining the group or attending the Christmas lunch please contact Benarrawa for more information (contact details below).

Other regular groups and activities held at Benarrawa CDA and in its garden surrounds including a Community Lunch from 12-2pm on the first Tuesday of every month, Southside Nature Babes Playgroup every Wednesday from 9.30-11.30am, and Graceville Community Garden working bees, every Sunday from 7am.

Please contact Benarrawa CDA for more information on any of these events and activities.

Phone John or Jenna on 3379 9925 or email benarrawa@westnet.com.au. Benarrawa CDA is located at 79 Waratah Avenue, Graceville.

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Chelmer & District

PROBUS CLUBupdate by Coral Rieichman

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The Probus Club of Chelmer and Districts draws its members from suburbs Chelmer to Oxley and all surrounding suburbs and welcomes new members to join in the fun, friendship and fellowship.

At our October meeting, one of our members took us on a journey to share her travels to some lesser known and visited parts of the world away from the tried and true tourist routes. She told us about discovering the northern lights, dog sled rides and ice hotels above the Arctic Circle; a 4-WD camping expedition in the desert in Egypt, camping in total isolation and coming across WWII aircraft wrecks, fossils from a former sea in the limestone outcrops to fresh water lakes and smugglers caves and Pharaonic tombs; to the Galapagos Islands, swimming with turtles and observing the animals observed by Darwin; Rwanda and the guerrillas; and to the other end of the world, Antarctica which she found was the The southern view along the bridge from the northern most remote, coldest and windiest place but also the most unique, pylon residence balcony. intriguing, and surreal experience.

Last month, an intrepid group of members braved the many stairs of the Walter Taylor Bridge to view the recently opened former toll keeper’s apartments in the northern pylon. We started in Walter Taylor Reserve, Wharf Street where four very knowledgeable Brisbane Greeters gave us a history of the renowned local architect and engineer Walter Taylor and the building of the bridge. We learnt that the heritage listed bridge is a suspension bridge and the residences in the bridge are unique to bridges in Australia. It was quite an experience to be standing on the balcony looking down on the cars crossing the bridge after always wondering how people lived in those pylons.

At the end of November, we will get together to share some fun, friendship and fellowship at out second annual Christmas Lunch. It has been a very successful second year with our membership increasing and we have much to celebrate. There will be no meeting in December.

The Probus Club of Chelmer and District meets at 9.30am on the fourth Wednesday of each month (except December) at Corinda Bowls Club, Hall Ave, Corinda and welcomes retired men and women who wish to meet for club meetings and other activities with like-minded retirees.

For further information please ring Coral on 3379 7540.

SHERWOOD / INDOOROOPILLY RSL Sub-Branch Update

by Kevin Alcock

When you read this, it will be only a few days to Remembrance Day, a day when we remember not only the 60,000 odd lives that were sacrificed in the maelstrom of the First World War, but the more than 40,000 Australian Servicemen and Servicewomen who have died in conflicts since. It is also important to remember that probably five times that number were wounded and many more bear the mental wounds that come with that service.

Todays men and women who serve have carried on the fine traditions of those who served in past conflicts and many also bear the scars that come with that service. We in the RSL are dedicated to the welfare of the service and ex-service community.

We have created Mates4Mates with Family Recovery Centres in Brisbane and Townsville and a newly opened one in Hobart. We have contributed money towards the establishment of Soldier Recovery Centres located on base at Enoggera and Townsville.

The Family Recovery Centres employ Psychologists and other therapists and deal with servicemen and women’s families in a wholistic sense. In addition, they run sailing and equestrian programs and other adventure challenges that are not designed for recreational purposes, but are designed to challenge and extend those participating, with the eventual result being to invoke a sense of achievement and self worth. These are positive steps in the rehabilitation of those suffering from PTSD, where those suffering from this disorder, without this kind of intervention, can spiral into depression and substance abuse, often with tragic consequences.

RSL Sub-branches also create environments where the ex-service community can enjoy the sense of camaraderie and social support that also comes from our welfare efforts. All this does cost money and our Badge and Poppy selling activities make a big contribution to our fund raising efforts. So when you see our volunteers out in the shopping centres and the railway stations selling poppies do give them your support. By buying a badge or a poppy you will be making a contribution to the welfare of our men and women in uniform together with those who have served and still need our help.

Our Remembrance Day Service will be held as usual at our Sub-branch at 2 Clewley Street, Corinda, commencing at 10.25 am.

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The program has four funding rounds each year. Details about the Gambling Community Benefit Fund can be found via www.olgr.qld.gov.au/grants.

Milpera State High School I was pleased to be invited to open Milpera State High School’s new K Block and their refurbished library and eLearning centre. The opening of the new facilities was part of the school’s 30 year anniversary celebrations.

The library’s refurbishment project was a school-funded initiative. The school invested around $100,000 to provide a modern learning environment for its students. The state government’s Flying Start program funded $525,342 for a new relocatable building comprising a classroom and flexible learning areas. This new K Block facility has learning areas for Mathematics support, art and kitchen and sewing centre which will be used by students and other members of the school community.

For thirty years, Milpera has been providing English language development for recently arrived migrant students from a non-English speaking background. Milpera has a reputation for providing students with the best chance they can have of getting ahead and overcoming the barrier of language.

Education Accord I would like to thank our delegates, Dr Angela Douglas, Mr David Gowdie, and Mr Kevin Ward, who admirably represented the electorate at the Education Accord summit. The Accord will determine priorities for our schools and ensure our future generations of students are given the best possible education and job opportunities.

The Department of Education, Training and Employment will prepare the draft Education Accord, combining research evidence and data with the information gathered through the five stakeholder sources used to inform this process: the online public survey, student-submitted videos, electorate responses, the industry breakfast, and Summit outcomes. A period of public consultation on the draft Accord will occur following its release late this year.

Contact Scott Emerson, 3878 1928, to discuss any community issues or concerns.

Graceville Community Garden UPDATE

by John Fitz-Walter

Corinda State High School is moving towards becoming a ‘carbon free’ facility and as such invited Paul Grace from the Graceville Community Garden to give input into this task; an undertaking that is a very challenging and one that will ensure students are conscious of their future in regards to energy use and responsibilities.

Energetic Communities and Corinda State High School are funding this key project on their agricultural farm to contribute to the school’s goal of becoming carbon neutral by the end of 2015.

Corinda State High has plans to make-over their agricultural farm to engage more students and help the school become more ecologically sustainable with an outdoor classroom, organic food gardens throughout the school, and a community green waste and composting facility.

Southside Nature Babes has become an important weekly get together for parents and babies at the Graceville Community Garden. Tim Auld has just completed two small gardening beds for the ‘babes’. This children’s garden playgroup meets at the garden on a Wednesday morning from 9 to 11am, for more information contact Jenna at Benarrawa on 3379 9925.

Graceville Community Garden is located beside the Benarrawa Community Centre, at the corner of Waratah Ave and Cordalba St, Graceville. Look for the ‘Community Garden’ sign on the corner of Oxley Road and Acacia Avenue to assist with directions. Everyone is invited to be part of the regular working bee followed by morning tea from 7am to 10am each Sunday. All are welcome.

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Benarrawa Community Development Association Inc 79 Waratah Ave, Graceville 3379 9925 Email benarrawa@westnet.com.au Centenary Seniors Pat or Charles 3379 4069 Centenary Theatre Group bookings/inquiries 3379 3937 www.centenarytheatre.com.au Chordiality Choir Megan chordialitychoir@gmail.com St Andrews Church Hall, Indooroopilly Christian Meditation: Oxley 33792675 Graceville 33792581 Corinda Christian Assembly 3379 1154 (ladies coffee group) Cornish Assoc of Qld www.cornishqld.com CWA Oxley Branch Jean 3372 5965, Mary 3359 4896 Cent Auctions 3rd Wed (Feb-Nov) Choir each Mon (Feb-Nov)

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Friends of Oxley Common www.friendsofoxleycommon.org.au 3899 0912 Friends of Sherwood Arboretum Andrew Benison 3278 6525 ilovesherwoodaboretum@gmail.com Graceville Community Garden 3379 7998 www.gracevillecommunitygarden.org.au Girl Guides: Oxley: Eliza 3278 6143 Sherwood: Jodi 0414 753 789 St Lucia/Indooroopilly: Margaret 3379 3597 Independent Speakers Club Pett 3378 2361 John Oxley District Orchid Society Sonia Addison 3277 5825 Lions Clubs: Brisbane Inner West: Ron 3278 4612 www.indooroopilly.lionsq3.asn.au Oxley / Sherwood: Lion Pauline Moran 3372 2577 or 0418 724 833 Lupus Australia 3878 9553 www.lupus.com.au Meals on Wheels - Sherwood District Englefield Rd, Oxley Ph: 3379 7715 The Meeting Place - Coffee Shop Indooroopilly Uniting Church Pat 3379 1318, Marcia 3378 1296 National Seniors, Corinda Louise 3379 8315 Obedience Dog Club of Brisbane 0411 017 454 Oxley/Chelmer History Group Marion 3379 1967 Oxley Creek Environment Group 3379 6021 Oxley Creek Catchment Assoc www.oxleycreekcatchment.org.au 3278 2899 Oxley Garden Club Contact the Secretary on 3379 9112 Probus Clubs: Chelmer: Coral 3379 7540 Sherwood, Combined Probus Club: 3372 7525 Queensland Historical Bottle Club Barry 3278 5616 Rana Frog Group Inc 3372 4926

Churches

Anglican Churches: St. David’s Chelmer/Gr’ville 3379 8894 St. Matthew’s Sherwood 3379 3437 St. John’s Oxley 3379 3437 St. Andrew's Indooroopilly 3870 7263 Catholic Churches: Corinda Graceville Parish 3379 1534 Indooroopilly Parish 3371 7446 Passionists Community Oxley 3375 4206 / 3379 2675 Christ Community Church West Corinda 0420 817 881 Christian Assembly Corinda, Brian 3271 6987 Dunamis Christian Centre Westside 0422 713 073 www.dunamislife.com.au Lutheran Church 3379 3441 Moore Park Baptist Church Indooroopilly 3878 4268 www.moorepark.org.au Resurrection Lutheran Church Indooroopilly 3377 6244 www.reslutheran.com Riverside Christia Church (AOG) 3278 5969, www.riversidecc.org.au Presbyterian Church 0421 477 900 www.gracevillepresbyterian.org.au Uniting Churches: Graceville 3379 6372 Sherwood 3379 1329 Oxley 3278 1394 Indooroopilly 3878 9535 St Lucia 3870 2621

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