the Greater Springfield Times, December 2014

the greater

Springfield Times

DECEMBER 2014 - ISSUE 212

LNP.net.au

Distributed free to homes and businesses in Augustine Heights, Brookwater, Camira, Gailes, Springfield and Springfield Lakes

Celebrating the end of an era See story on page 9

Snow White Dental Care Dr Huy (James) Viet Tran (BDSc) GENTLE & CARING : MBF & HCF Member Care . General Family Dentistry . Cosmetic Dentistry . Implants . Crowns & Bridgework . Gum Treatment . Wisdom Teeth Extractions & Root Canal Treatment

Annastacia

Palaszczuk MP

Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat: 8am to 7pm Thurs: 8am to 9pm Sunday by appointment Shop 6, Cnr Springfield Parkway & Ashby Close

0672

Member for Bundamba

“Have a relaxing and peaceful holiday season”

OPENING HOURS:

Phone: 3818

Miller MP

Member for Inala

. Medicare Teen Dental Vouchers . Veteran Affairs . 1hr ZOOM WHITENING . ORTHODONTICS EMERGENCIES & NEW PATIENTS WELCOME

SPRINGFIELD (behind the Cheesecake Shop)

Jo-Ann

Phone: 3372 3207 inala @ parliament.qld.gov.au

Phone: 3288 3737 bundamba @ parliament.qld.gov.au

Greater Springfield’s FREE Independent Monthly Magazine

Centenary Memorial Gardens

s r u o b h g i e N & s Friend Camira

Update by Pat Quickfall

cnr Wacol Station & Wolston Roads, Sumner Park

The most picturesque Cemetery and Crematorium serving the families in Brisbane and Ipswich

Cremation Gardens Located on the side of a hill the natural Spring Rockery overlooks the Forest of Angels.

The Rockery is nestled next to the Secret Garden and near the Rose Terraces.

These three memorial gardens offer quiet locations to reflect on your memories while resting on one of the seats provided.

We provide a personalised design service for memorial plaques and Granite Monuments.

Contact us on 3271 1222 www.centenarymemorialgardens.com.au

Centenary Memorial Gardens is a fresh f lowers only cemetery Proudly 100% Australian and Family owned Page 2 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

We celebrated Melbourne Cup Day with a luncheon at our club house on Langly Road Camira and many of our ladies really went to town with their lovely outfits and hats. The Best Hat was won by Lyn Pabricks and not to forget the men with Best Hat won by John Monro. With a catered lunch it was a most enjoyable morning.

Our guest speaker for 5 November was the Senior Constable from Yamanto Police Department who spoke about identity theft, which was very interesting.

On 12 November, we had our last bus trip for the year and what a day it was. We left Camira at 8 am, picking up our guide on the way before our first stop which was at a park for morning tea. It was then back on the bus and on to Beenleigh where our first stop was the Polly Chocolate factory with beautiful chocolates and of course everyone bought some. Next stop was the Gotzinger Deli where we had a taste of their sausages and meats.

We then made our way to the OZ Clean Factory and were shown around the factory. We were most impressed that we were all given a sample bag of cleaning products.

Our next stop was the VIP Pet Factory where we could purchase goods at cost price. After such a busy morning, we were pleased to stop at the Gem Hotel at Jacobs Well for a much appreciated and well earned lunch.

After lunch, it was off to the Prawn Farm where we could purchase their lovely prawns. We then went around the sugar cane fields were they did the sugar cane mulch and on the way home stopped at a Strawberry Farm. I think we were feeling tired by then as it was a very busy day but thoroughly enjoyable.

19th November it was Trivia so thinking caps on again.

I would like to wish all our members a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

See you all next year, Pat.

Personally Speaking with Susannah Friis

NO WIN - NO FEE

LANDMARK LAWYERS Christmas or Xmas? Personally, I really don’t like Xmas; I remember as a child seeing it used for an advertisement and thinking “Cross-mas. That doesn’t make any sense! You’re supposed to be happy not cross at Christmas.” Yes, I was a strange child...and clearly not too bright either!

Now, it just annoys me because I generally dislike all abbreviations. Some people get offended, thinking this is another way for society to take the ‘Christ’ out of Christmas, in a season where the meaning is already all but obscured by consumerism.

It is not, in fact, a deliberate act to withdraw meaning from the season but the X has it’s origins as an abbreviation for Christ going way back to our Greek friends in days long gone.

In advertising, I tend to think it’s a matter of trying to make a longish word fit; and in handwriting, I’m sure it’s because we would all rather be lazy! Neither of which are looking to take the meaning of the word away but are instead, focused on convenience.

You see, the only way for meaning to be extracted from something is if the observer or participant allows it to be taken. How the word is written should have no bearing on how we all perceive it, or, for that matter, enjoy and celebrate it.

It’s easy not to focus on the real meaning of Christmas at Christmas time. It’s busy. It’s hot. The kids are home on holidays (and are quite possibly bored and exhausting!). A host of family get-togethers are organised. Food needs to be prepared. Presents need to be bought. And on it goes. Yes, it’s very easy to just let the meaning of the whole thing slide right on by without a second glance.

Yet, finding a little time to contemplate the ‘reason for the season’ might just help you get through all that busyness with a smile.

Acknowledging that it’s a season of peace, of love and giving can stop us in our busyness and give us pause, reminding us that there is more to life than presents, food and endless streams of family and guests.

If we do take the time to think about it a little, and allow the real meaning of the baby born in a manger to sink in, we might find that it can impact more than just the Christmas season. We might find that it can make a very real difference to the coming year. It might change us so that our relationships are enriched, our lives are fuller and that longing within all of us to have purpose and meaning is finally fulfilled.

Will you pause this Christmas? Will you step aside to ponder and really think about what it all means?

I hope you do. And I hope you find peace, love and joy not only this Christmas season, but your whole life long.

PHONE 3288 4777 INCORPORATING CHRIS WLODARCZYK & CO 12 QUEEN STREET

(NEXT TO THE COFFEE CLUB)

GOODNA

W W W.L A NDM A RK L AW Y ERS.COM. AU

3201 1880

SpringfieldTimes@LNP.net.au

www.LNP.net.au

Find us on Facebook

FX : 3463 0213 POST: PO Box 923, Sumner Park Q 4074

THE GREATER SPRINGFIELD TIMES IS ALSO AVAILABLE AT: • Gailes Newsagency • Camira Newsagency • Springfield Tavern • Community Hall • Orion Town Centre • Springfield Newsagency ( Springfield Fair ) ONLINE :

LNP.net.au/the-greater-springfield-times/

EDITORS : Graham Friis E : intray@LNP.net.au PH : 3201 1880

Susannah Friis E : editor@LNP.net.au PH : 3201 1880 ARTWORK: E : artwork@LNP.net.au PH : 3201 1880

Building better communities through communication Independently published by Local News Publications a trading name of Wren Enterprises Pty Ltd Views expressed in articles, letters or advertisements are not necessarily the views of the publishers and the publishers accept no responsibility for such views. Copyright is reserved. Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited without the publishers’ permission.

Now a Compounding Pharmacy

“Promoting a Healthier Community” • Professional Service and Advice • Medication Management Aides • Natural Health and Beauty • Free Blood Pressure Monitoring • Justice of the Peace • Diabetes Australia Sub-Agent • Dry Cleaning • Mobile Phone Recharges Shop 8, Camira Shopping Centre,

326-332 Old Logan Road, Camira

3288 5221

OPEN 7 DAYS Mon - Fri 8.00am - 6.30pm Sat - Sun 8.00am - 1.30pm

Proud supplier of the

Letters & feedback are always welcome

email Susannah Friis at: editor@LNP.net.au or leave a comment on her blog at susannahfriis.com

National Diabetes Services Scheme supporting people with diabetes For more information contact pharmacy The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) is an initiative of the Australian Government administered by Diabetes Australia

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 3

This year the College rolled out our Positive Education Framework - Learn and Flourish.

Providing quality and considered pastoral care lies at the heart of all we do at TSAC. We are constantly The ‘core business’ of schools is often referred to striving to improve the way we nurture and care for as developing the academic potential of students our students. Underpinning the Positive Education and, while this is a key element of 21st Century Framework is a fundamental notion. schooling, it just one element of the foundations that students require to enter the complex and As Dr Helen Street in her book Positive Schools, rapidly world that surrounds. A highly connected Positive Talk writes, “Flourishing is a term that world, which in many ways, cuts across traditional describes someone who is confident in their economic boundaries and structures. A world in identity, assertive in their social interactions, loving which the sensationalism of what occurs often towards themselves and others, resilient to life’s provides a distorted view of the reality of life. inevitable setbacks and engaged in activities that embrace their strengths and passions.”

The skills developed and understandings gained at school are central to how students are able to The clear focus on the pastoral underpinning successfully navigate life beyond school. These is a different paradigm of schooling to years gone skills and understanding are gained through active by, however, can I suggest vitally important in this involvement in the College’s holistic approach to day and age. It is also acknowledged as one of the education; through participation in the suite of great strengths of the College and a major reason Creative Arts activities, in Sport, leadership and why parents choose the College. service programmes, camps, clubs and through the College’s Positive Education framework, Learn Mr Steve Croft and Flourish.

Head of College

Page 4 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

Get involved with Cuts for a Cause in 2015

The 2015 Cuts for a Cause event under the direction of newly appointed volunteer event managers, Nerissa Lewis (pictured above, left) and Kylie McQuilty, are looking for sponsors, donors, hairdressers and community volunteers to help raise funds to help kids from struggling families back to school in 2015.

The goal is to raise over $5000, enough to sponsor at least 50 local families with $100 grants for back to school expenses. In 2014, Cuts for a Cause helped close to 20 families but with the growing community, organisers, Westside Community Care (WCC), would like to more than double the amount of families assisted, in the new year.

Cuts for a Cause 2015 will be held on Monday 19th through to Saturday 24th January with participating hairdressers and other businesses to donate a percentage of their takings over all or part of the nominated period.

In addition to this Saturday 24th Jan been designated as $10 Back to School ‘No frills’ Haircut Day, where the goal is to do 150-200 haircuts in the one day at the Camira Springfield Community Centre and sponsoring salons.

It is hoped that at least 10 hairdressers will donate their time or that of a staff member to do as many $10 Back to School ‘No frills’ Haircut Day as possible. 100% of the $10 no frills haircuts funds will be donated.

To help with fundraising, WCC are asking for community support of the event in one of the following ways: • Become the naming rights sponsor for the event, $2000 • Sponsor one family or more with a tax deductible donation of $100, $200 etc • Donate a percentage of your takings to the cause over the period January 19-24, 2015 or part there of.

• Donate a gift that one of the salons can auction or raffle during the Cuts for a Cause • Donate or sponsor a hairdresser for the $10 Back to School ‘No frills’ Haircut Day day • Recruit your hairdresser to join Cuts for a Cause.

Participants in 2014 were Epic Hair Design, Spring Lake Village; Arimac Hair & Beauty, Springfield Fair; Legends, Orion Springfield Town Centre; Risque Hair, Goodna; Sassy Skin and Beauty; Optimal Hair and Beauty; Max’s Barber Shop; The Links Pet Centre (yes dogs are included too!)

A list of the participants for 2015 will be published in the January edition of The Greater Springfield Times. For more information or to register your support, contact Phil on 0411 021 153.

CLINIC Springfield Legal Service TINA Dr.DENTAL Tina Vu (BDSC) 1/6 Commercial Drive, Springfield

Conveyancing n Business Contracts & Leases n Deceased Estates n Family Law Property Settlements, Children’s Issues, Divorces n Criminal Law n Wills & Powers of Attorney n

3288 3511

www.springfieldlegals.com.au

SOLICITORS Peter Walsh Cathy Vo

Professional Care ~ Advanced Facility Modern Relaxed Environment SERVICES INCLUDE:

- Cosmetic Dentistry - Preventative Dental Care - Mouthguard/Splint - Tooth Whitening - Gum Treatment - Crown, Bridge & Veneer - Dentures - Root Canal Therapy - Wisdom Tooth Removal - Braces - Emergency Dental Care

Call us today on 3470 0288

Shop 1.41A - 1 Main St, Orion Shopping Centre Located on Level 1 above Woolworths

EFTPOS & CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 5

HOLIDAY PROGRAM

join in December

PAY

$0

*

5 1 0 2 y r a u n till Ja

WEEK 1

o n D ay Celebrati s ch a tm is C hr fied Coa ith Quali w s c ti n s rsio G y mna late incu Paint a P Craf t Day s Christma ay incursion e c an D Indian D ER to ECEMB 15TH D DECEMBER 19TH

WEE K3 C EN TR E

WEE K2

Mu M s h o p t O m m s i c D ay a p J a c k ing E x n ey C h r s C h cur si is t m r is tm on & a s a s E H u ng ve L 22N unc r y h 24 D DE TH CEM DE CE BE R MB to ER

H A P C LO SED N E W PY YE A K 4y R WEza E Par ty Da

* TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLY

25T H 2N DECE DJ A N M BE R UA RY to

Piz cursion Games in te a im lt U D ay Mexican rsion slide incu r te a W k a Beach Bre marathon Day Movie

5 K E E W

EE P R F OU S GR NES Y R FITR I DA BE M F ECE IN

CCB & GOVT REBATE APPROVED

sion I n c u r D ay g n i li n ter S l a c k e S e a Wa y R i d e s h t P r h on U nde ls wi t f a s t & a m i An ak F a r m a m i l y B r e i c s D ay t F s D ay a G y mn r s i o n Fu n u E xc UARY to N Y Y MC A UAR H JA 12T TH JAN 6 1

to NUARY 5TH JA ANUARY J 9T H

WEEK 6

Spor J ohn ts D u e l n y t h e J e D ay L a ne s Wa t t e r i n c u r F iz z i c e r S li d e in s i o n L iqui c s d Ni t S cien ce ur sio n r og r e Ele c t o n i c s n s h ow 19T D ay H JA 23 N

D

RD J UARY ANU t ARY o

with 24/7 gym access

Go to our website to download our booking form www.ymcafitness.net/active-kids-holiday-program.html

We build strong PEOPLE strong FAMILIES strong COMMUNITIES

Y M CA - PH : 3 376 4 2 6 6

76 Andaman St, Jamboree Heights - www.ymcafitness.com/jamboree-heights Page 6 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

Soroptimist project benefits local children in care SPRINGFIELD LAKES Our Services: - Discounted medications - Wide range of products Diabetes Australia - NDSS sub agent - FREE blood pressure monitoring - FREE Clinical baby nurse every Tuesday 2-5pm - FREE SMS for Script Reminder

“ Your Chemist, Helping you” Shop 12 Spring Lake Village Springfield Lakes Boulevard

3437 8562

OPEN 7 DAYS Monday-Friday 8am to 7pm Saturday 8.30am to 2.00pm Sunday 9.00am to 2.00pm

Pictured above are: Shelley Haley, Judy Sadleir, Erica Russ and Margaret Harmon

Help us deliver the finest health care to the furthest corners of Australia

In late November, members of the Springfield Soroptimist group met with officers of the Child Safety Support Services at their Springfield offices to hand over Life Diary boxes that can be distributed to children in care.

Every day children arrive at Child Safety offices with few personal belongings. If placed in out-of-home care they may not remember some of their life history, particularly if they experience a number of short term placements. The Life Diary consists of a secured storage box containing an acid free photo album, pencil case, writing materials, scissors, journal, activity books, scrapbook and embellishments for scrapbooking.

The Life Diary enables a child to record special events and retain precious items such as certificates, photos and mementos of special occasions in the box. It also provides storage for special toys and basic clothing if they have to move house quickly.

For a number of years the Soroptimist clubs of South Queensland have provided these Life Diaries to Child Safety Support Services across the south-east and are pleased that the new Springfield and Ipswich groups have accessed the project.

The Springfield Soroptimist group also hosted a public forum in October on the topic of how to minimize low speed vehicle run-overs of children under five years old, particularly in shopping centre car parks and driveways.

Subsequently many local families have recently benefited from the distribution of a children’s book, Hold my hand, associated road safety brochures and decals trying to educate caregivers and children about the importance of road safety. Hold my hand was written by local resident, Luise Manning.

The Soroptimist group is looking for new members.

If you’re interested please contact Shelley on 0419 546 013. The first meeting in 2015 is at 7pm at the Community Meeting Room, Orion shopping centre on Monday 2nd February.

Please donate today > Mail to 12 Casuarina Street, Brisbane Airport QLD 4007 > Call us on 1300 669 569 > Visit www.flyingdoctor.org.au

AWARD AWARD--WINNING WINNING

PATIOS CARPORTS CARPORTS PERGOLAS

DON’T O PAY TO !

MUCH

• Custom-designed perfectly for your home.

• One of Qld's top Stratco Outback dealers.

• Award-winning builder, 45 yrs experience.

Call Damian for your free quote and save yourself from paying too much!

33931790 • gwpatios.com.au

Est 1966

Mob 0418 744 780

GW Enterprises, QBSA Licence 694

GWP1938

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 7

OPEN AY D Saturday

Jazz Tap Ballet Tumble Hip Hop Musical Theatre Contemporary Acrobatics Boy’s Class Fairy Ballet Eisteddfod Training Assessments & Fun Classes

DANCE STUDIO

27/1472 Boundary Rd, Wacol

FULLY EQUIPPED STUDIO

• Sprung Floors • Mirrors • Waiting Area • Plenty of Parking • Air-Conditioned

ENROL TODAY 3161 2829 0417 760 203

www.monikasdancestudio.com.au Page 8 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

17th January 10am - 3pm

e n o y r ! e e v m E lco We Come along and meet the teachers & staff members, view our 2014 concert production, walk through the studio and it’s facilities, discuss your dancing options for the year!

www.monikasdancestudio.com.au

Celebrating the Crossacres Garden Centre end of an era

Large range of Plants, Pots, Statues & Garden Ornaments

Hand made & painted

LARG E VARIE TY AVAIL ABLE

Grade 6 students celebrate that their primary school days are over as they head to high school for 2015.

CH UL M L NE AI CA ER B7 SQ M R GA 0 P E R S SU $1 COV

P:

0408 888 622 OR 3372 1234

JOSEPH BANKS AV Forest Lake

CROSSACRES ST

WE ARE HERE

BLUNDER RD

58 Crossacres Street, DOOLANDELLA TUES T0 FRI 9AM - 2PM : SAT & SUN 9AM - 5PM Pallara Oxley

This years’ Grade 6 students are celebrating the end of an era with their graduation from primary school and look forward to starting high school next year.

From 2015, Grade 7 marks the beginning of students’ high school education journey, with the new system being rolled out across the state.

Local Westside Christian College students participated in an awards night, graduation ceremony and a fun outing to a bowling alley before celebrating their final day with an all day excursion to Wet’N Wild.

Summer reading program now on Young people of all ages should get ready for an adventure filled summer holiday and the chance to win great prizes through the Ipswich Libraries.

The Summer Reading Club for young people 17 years and under will once again run over the December 2014 and January 2015 school holiday period.

Call into any branch of Ipswich Libraries or jump online (www.library.ipswich.qld.gov.au) to sign up and collect your Summer Reading Adventure Tracker. Registration forms are also available at all branches of Ipswich Libraries.

Once registered participants will receive a Summer Reading Adventure Tracker where they can record their reading and attendance at library events over the holiday period.

When these are returned to the library this becomes their entry into the prize draws and more reading means more chances to win.

For more details call Ipswich Central Library on 3810 6815, Redbank Plaza Library on 3810 6177 or Redbank Plains Library on 3810 6887 or contact Ipswich Libraries at www.library.ipswich.qld.gov.au.

Merry Christmas!

Cancer Connect

Talk to someone who’s been there

Cancer Council Queensland is inviting people who have been affected by cancer to seek support from trained volunteers who have had a similar cancer experience.

To find out more call the

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 9

Don’t be alone this Christmas Springfield Christian Family and Westside Community Care are joining forces with council, local businesses and the community to make Christmas Day extra special for families needing that extra love and support this Christmas Day morning.

“A wonderful team of volunteers have planned a special Christmas Service, a scrumptuous morning tea, gifts for all the children, food parcels for up to 60 families and other surprise blessings for those most in need,” said Phil Cutcliffe.

Springfield Christian Family will be hosting a special one hour service from 9-10am at the Woodcrest College Auditorium featuring beautiful Christmas carols and an inspirational message conveying the true meaning of Christmas.

There will be an opportunity also to make a kind donation toward resources for Religious Instruction in the Springfield primary schools for 2015.

At 10am guests will be served morning tea, with children receiving gifts donated by local business and community. From 10.45am, up to 60 families that have nominated to receive a hamper will be able to collect their hamper.

Please note that because of demand, preference will be given to families who are able to attend in person on Christmas morning or if they cannot attend, their hamper can be collected by the family who nominated them. Transport to and from Woodcrest College can be arranged from the Greater Springfield and nearby region free of charge.

To join the volunteer team, donate, nominate a family for a hamper, request transport or more information please contact the Springfield Christian Family office on 3818 2915 or email info@springfield christianfamily.org.au. Late registrations may be able to be received 21-24th December on 0411 021 153.

A message from the Mayor’s Desk

WITH THE MAYOR - COUNCILLOR PAUL PISASALE

Celebrate Ipswich New Year’s Eve at North Ipswich Reserve. This free event is for young families and residents to celebrate the end of 2014 and ring in the New Year.

The fun starts at 6pm with family entertainment, free kids rides, street theatre, special performers, food stalls, live music and much more.

Entertainment includes Tim Jackman – King of the Kids who is an actor, singer and guitarist who has been entertaining families for over a decade. Also taking to the stage is Magic Carpet Ride who will take you through the past 50 years of party tunes from classic rock, to pop, 80s anthems and Aussie classics.

After some entertaining tunes, settle down with your picnic blanket for a family movie screening of The Croods at 7.15pm before a Fireworks Finale Spectacular at 10pm, giving plenty of time for the tired little ones to make bedtime!

There will be plenty of parking and food and drink available for purchase or alternately you can bring your own food (no alcohol). This is a family friendly New Year’s Celebration and, as such, is an alcohol free event.

Make sure you check out some of the fantastic Christmas Light displays around Ipswich as part of the city-wide Christmas Lights Competition. There are some fantastic entries and they really are a spectacular sight.

On behalf of all the Councillors I would like to wish all our residents a very merry Christmas.

If you’re celebrating New Year’s with some family fun at North Ipswich Reserve, or hitting the town, have a safe night and best wishes for the New Year.

A caring and innovative Christian community

Leaders in digital literacy At Good News, four core commitments set us apart from others. Christ-

centred values. Caring community. Excellence in education. An innovative learning environment. Together, these commitments ensure we provide a unique, well-rounded and quality learning experience for your children.

Page 10 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

Good News Lutheran School 49 Horizon Drive Middle Park Q 4074 enquiries@goodnews.qld.edu.au Phone 3373 4400 www.goodnews.qld.edu.au

Amnesty extension helps Animal Welfare League Queensland Ipswich libraries will continue its search for overdue library items in December with an extension of the library amnesty now running.

Library users will now have until 1pm on December 24 to return any overdue items without penalty.

Residents are encouraged to hunt around the house for any overdue or misplaced items and get them back to the library before the amnesty ends.

“We want people with long overdue library items to return them to any of our service points and clear their library record while making a donation to help Ipswich animals in need,” said Cr Dave Pahlke.

“Not only will overdue items be returned and the fine on them waived, Ipswich’s needy animals will also receive much needed help and with a cleared library card, borrowers will be able to take out extra items, including DVDs, in the lead-up to Christmas.

“All branch libraries and the mobile library will be accepting donations for AWLQ during the amnesty period,” Cr Pahlke said.

The AWLQ operates a rehoming centre in Ipswich and specialises in the care, shelter, and re-homing of cats and dogs and takes care of approximately 10,000 strayed and abandoned animals annually from South-East Queensland.

“Right now, the items most needed by the Animal Welfare League of Queensland include clean blankets and towels, kitty litter, kitty litter trays and pooper scoopers,” Cr Pahlke said.

“AWL is also seeking donations of wet kitten food, indestructible dog toys, dog Kongs and quality tinned or dry cat and dog food. Even if you don’t have any fines, donations for the Animal Welfare League are most welcome.”

Complimentary consultation when you mention this publication.

Complimentary records at start of treatment.

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 11

Plenty of school holiday fun in the library

Young people will be given the chance to join in the magic of Christmas at a series of special workshops and drop in MakerSpace activities at Ipswich Libraries during the summer holidays.

The MakerSpace Program is a successful global phenomenon in public libraries where participants have an opportunity to develop their critical and creative thinking in a fun, welcoming and creative environment through sharing, making and tinkering.

MakerSpaces are spaces for DIY activities with a science, arts and crafts and technology bent, where the aim is to use everyday materials including recycled and upcycled materials and technology to create something unique and practical while developing skills of critical thinking, creativity and innovation.

Session times will be: • December 16 - 10am to 11.30am at Redbank Plaza Library; • December 18 - 10am to 11.30am at Redbank Plains Library; • December 18 - 1pm to 3pm at Orion Springfield Central and; • December 19 - 10am to 11.30am or 1pm to 2.30pm at Ipswich Central Library.

Residents can also collect a Kit-in-a-Bag from the Mobile Library, if they are unable to make it to the sessions.

The fun will continue after Christmas with plenty of Makerspace sessions planned for January.

The January activities include: Drop in MakerSpace: Choose your own adventure - Drop in at any branch of Ipswich Libraries between 10am and 2pm, Mondays to Fridays from January 5 to 23. Dodge danger, crack codes and tell your story in the adventure corner or collect a Craft-in-a-Bag from the Mobile Library.

Workshop – Choose your own adventure for young people aged five and over. Get set for a special library adventure as you explore challenging terrain, delve into hidden mysteries and uncover lost treasures.

• January 8 - 10am- 11.30am at Redbank Plains Library; • January 9 - 10am – 11.30am or 1pm-2.30pm at Ipswich Central Library and; • January 13 - 10am -11.30am at Redbank Plaza Library.

Geckoes Wildlife Presentations for young people aged five and over. Meet some amazing Australian animals: • January 8 – 11.30am - 12.30pm at Ipswich Central Library; • January 8 – 2.30pm – 3.30pm at Orion Springfield Central; • January 16 – 10.30am – 11.30am at Ipswich Central Library • January 20 - 10.30 – 11.30am at Redbank Plaza Library and; • January 22 - 10.30 - 11.30am at Redbank Plains Library.

Minecraft Meet-up for young people aged eight and over - Log on to the server to join the Minecraft Challenge.

New and experienced players welcome: • January 6 - 10am – 11.30am at Redbank Plaza Library; • January 15 - 10am – 11.30am at Redbank Plains Library and; • January 16 - 10am - 11.30am or 1pm - 2.30pm at Ipswich Central Library.

MakerSpace: Adventure Time for young people aged 10 and over. Create your favourite characters from the Adventure Time series with paper foldables and make your own mini movie using the Stop Motion App on iPads: • January 13 – 10am – 11.30am at Redbank Plains Library; • January 15 - 10am – 11.30am at Redbank Plaza Library and; • January 16 - 1pm – 2.30pm at Ipswich Central Library and; • January 22 - 1pm to 3pm at Orion Springfield Central.

Movie Mania program: Screening How to Train Your Dragon 2 from 10am on January 21. Rated PG. All tickets $1.20 per person and are payable at the time of booking. Bookings are recommended for all activities and can be made by contacting Ipswich Central Library – 3810 6815, Redbank Plaza Library – 3810 6177 or Redbank Plains Library – 3810 6887 or online at www.library.ipswich.qld.gov.au/events.

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

For non-life threatening calls please check individual listings under Ambulance, Fire Station, Police Service in the White Pages™

EMERGENCIES 000

POISONS 13 11 26

CRIME STOPPERS

KIDS HELP LINE

LIFELINE 13 11 14

DRUG ARM 1300 656 800

POLICELINK

QUEENSLAND HEALTH

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

SEXUAL ASSAULT HELPLINE

1800 333 000

131 444

( WOMEN ) 1800 811 811 ( MEN ) 1800 600 636

ENERGEX - SUPPLY LOSS

13 62 62

1800 551 800

13HEALTH

1800 010 120

SICK & INJURED ANIMALS

1300 ANIMAL

Page 12 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

Dr Kate Lemerle Psychologist

Over 37 years’ experience helping people recover mental health and get a flourishing life

COUNSELLING & COACHING • Day, evening and Saturday sessions • Online booking system • Medicare rebates on-the-spot • Free clinic with interns • Bulk billing and low income fees • Mental fitness workshops

3818 2639

w w w.chr ysa lis wel lnessser v ices .com

ROTARY CLUB of Greater Springfield

Sore Feet • Sports Injuries

UPDATE BY

Chris Steinback

• Children • Nail Surgery • General Podiatry

Rotary supports children with disabilities

• Digital Gait

Analysis

• Footwear • Lower Limb Pain • Orthotic Therapy

Qualified Podiatrists Unit 1/8 Commercial Drive

SPRINGFIELD

Shop 15, 66 Curragundi Road

JINDALEE

Ph : 3288 3211

Stacey Toole

Massage Therapy

Deep

tissue - remedial pregnancy - relaxation Unit 1/8 Commercial Drive SPRINGFIELD

0433 946 921

health fund rebates apply - HICAPS & EFTPOS

The Rotary Club of Greater Springfield and the Brookwater Golf Club have joined together in Christmas celebrations when they conducted the Rotary clubs Christmas breakup and at the same time donated gifts collected for the local Kids in Care Christmas Appeal. The Rotary Club of Greater Springfield has joined with local businesses such as the Brookwater Golf Club, Springfield Lakes Hotel and Ray White Springfield in coordinating donated gifts collected for the Christmas Appeal.

The theme for this years appeal is: “They say it takes a village to raise a child, and this is particularly true for some children and young people who can’t live with their families. Be part of the village this Christmas – show you care by donating a gift to the Kids In Care Christmas Appeal.”

Please show you care by donating a gift to the local kids in care by placing it under the Christmas Tree located in the foyers of the Brookwater Golf and Country Club and the Springfield Lakes Hotel before 19th December. Gifts need to be age based to the value of $25. Gift cards are preferred for kids over 13 years old. Gifts are to be unwrapped.

Gifts that are donated will be presented to the kids by Santa at the Kids in Care Christmas Party at the Springfield Child Safety Service Springfield Tower headquarters on 20th December.

The dedicated Springfield agency cares for foster kids in our local community and services a catchment area that includes Camira, Springfield, Redbank Plains, Bellbird Park, Goodna to Ripley servicing over 230 kids in care from infant to 18 years old.

Gifts that were donated by the Rotary club, golf club members and hotel guests will make Christmas a happy time when they are presented to the kids by Santa at the Kids in Care Christmas Party at the Springfield Child Safety Service Springfield Tower headquarters prior to Christmas.

The Rotary Club of Greater Springfield holds its meetings every Thursday evening at 6.30pm at the Springfield Lakes Hotel 7/1 Springfield Blvd - Springfield Lakes. For enquiries, contact Club Secretary Lachlan Clarke on 0433 801 753, or Chris Steinback on 0411 472 684 or visit us on Facebook or email us on greaterspringfieldrotary@hotmail.com.

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 13

S

O

L

I

C

I

T

O

R

Christine solman • Conveyancing • Wills and Estates • Powers of Attorney Consultation in your own home by appointment

Call Chris or Graeme

Ph: 3818 0249 20 Karamea Ave, Springfield. Facsimile: 3818 1116. Mobile: 0419 657 510

New markets for Robelle Domain

Springfield Markets has been announced as the new operator of the Robelle Domain Friday evening markets.

Parks, Sport and Recreation Committee Chairperson Councillor David Morrison said the agreement with Springfield Markets was reached after a lengthy expression of interest period and a careful assessment of interested parties.

“We’re very excited to work with Springfield Markets to build this popular local market into a bigger and better opportunity for people to get out and meet their neighbours while enjoying some fantastic fresh and tasty food,” Cr Morrison said.

“Food markets and mobile food vendors are becoming an increasingly staple part of the life of many cities.

“With an explosion of interest in healthy eating, cooking as well as a more casual street style vibe for eating out taking hold in the industry, it’s no wonder food markets are just going from strength to strength.

“So on the first Friday night of each month commencing in the new year, Robelle Domain is the place to go for a great meal, some terrific groceries, handcrafts and a good time,” Cr Morrison said.

“Springfield Markets have previously managed markets at Robelle Domain successfully and have the proven ability to engage with the local community to achieve a great outcome.

“These markets are going to be an excellent addition to the area in the lead up to Christmas,” Cr Morrison said.

Volunteer wildlife drivers needed

Is your child falling behind?

We can help them catch up and...

Read books Write and hold a pencil Improve lisping and speech Stop tripping and falling Make friends

Call 1800 275 753 or visit kidstherapy.org.au today!

CPL provides expert therapy services to kids of all abilities.

Page 14 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

Volunteer drivers are urgently needed to transport wildlife patients. Based at the Wacol Animal Care Campus, the job would suit any applicants who are passionate about animal welfare, have a commitment to learn and are particularly interested in wildlife rehabilitation.

This role of transport driver involves a lot of travel around Brisbane and the surrounding areas in an RSPCA vehicle. Duties include collecting, transporting, reuniting and releasing wildlife. You will be required to be outdoors for extended periods of time.

The role is available Monday to Sunday, 8am - noon or noon - 4pm. A minimum commitment of four hours per week for a minimum of three months is required.

Full orientation and training is provided, however for legal reasons, all applicants must be over 25 years old.

Skills required? A willingness to learn, wildlife knowledge or training would obviously be an advantage.

A clean open manual drivers licence is required.

Skills to be gained? Wildlife rehabilitation experience, increased awareness of our native wildlife and the problems they face and animal handling identification skills.

Benefits? Learn a new skill; enjoy the knowledge that you are making a difference in your local community.

For further information, please contact the Brisbane Volunteer Coordinator on 3426 9915 or volunteering@ rspcaqld.org.au.

First book of trilogy is a dream come true For many, working full time and living one’s dreams don’t often go together but for local author, Peter Ship, writing as a hobby at night and on weekends has produced a published novel.

The idea for an action adventure novel struck Ship while on holiday in London, steeped in its rich history and the close proximity to the royal family.

The first in a trilogy, McNiven: The Kingdom Guardian, follows the life of McNiven a royal security chief who risks his life to save his mistress while averting an impending war.

Set in 2037, McNiven provides personal security for the reigning Monarch of the United Kingdom, a position his family have fulfilled for 500 years. Following a devastating terrorist attack on London that leaves almost 400,000 people dead, Queen Penelope secretly unleashes McNiven to track down the terrorists and destroy their plans for additional attacks. The Queen becomes a target for the terrorists and is betrayed by members of her family and staff.

There is non-stop action stretching from Hastings in the south to the highlands of Scotland and across the channel into Europe. Unexpected twists and events are bound together by the twin threads of romance and loyalty as McNiven hunts those responsible for the destruction and deaths that were a smokescreen for an even more sinister plot to make London the capital of Western Europe.

McNiven races against time to unmask the terrorists and saves the lives of the Queen and the G8 leaders.

The second book in the McNiven series, called One Hope is already well underway, with the third book still in the research stage.

Ship was determined to head into impending retirement with a plan and a purpose, so began writing the novel while on holidays.

“I succeeded in writing around 10,000 words with my two finger typing. After that I wrote 1000-1500 words at night instead of watching television and then for a couple of hours on weekends,” he said. “If I had a busy day at work then sometimes I wouldn’t write. The secret for me is to not place pressure on myself by committing to a fixed finishing date. It has to be a pleasure like any hobby and then I can be creative. All up it took about eighteen months.”

To purchase McNiven: The Kingdom Guardian in time for Christmas, simply go to Amazon or buy direct from the website mcniventhekingdomguardian.com.

Peter Ship can be contacted by sending an email to guidinglight@y7mail.com.

a message from the desk of

BernieRIPOLLMP FEDER AL MEMBER FOR OXLE Y

Christmas is just around the corner and as the weather gets warmer, there is plenty of activity in our local community. Local charities and community groups are working overtime to ensure all western corridor families are able to celebrate Christmas with their families and it is always uplifting to see the generosity of the local community.

It has been great to see so many high achieving students recognised for their hard work as I visit local schools for Graduations and Awards Ceremonies. This will also be the last year for year 7 students in primary school which means year 6 and 7 students are graduating primary school together.

This year I hosted a Christmas Card Design Competition for my 2014 Christmas Card and the winner was eight year old Sophia from Good News Lutheran. You will be able to see the design on the Christmas Ripoll Report which will be delivered just before Christmas. Congratulations again to Sophia, I hope you enjoy your new bike over the Christmas holidays.

This year the team and I have travelled around the electorate of Oxley to talk to the residents about what is happening in their local community. It has been great to talk to local residents while enjoying a free sausage sizzle and utilising the great parks and facilities we have in the Western Corridor. Keep a look out in your letter box for an invitation to Bangers with Bernie in your local area soon.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year. If there is anything I or my office can assist you with over the next few weeks leading into Christmas, please call the office on 3879 6440.

We will be closed from 22 December and will reopen on Monday 5 January 2015.

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 15

Info Page Local Contacts Info Page Local Contacts

Info Page Local Contacts Info Page

Walking Group: Schools Springfield Lakes Heart Foundation and Camira State School, Playgroup & P&C Orion Walkers 3810 6666 Aiki Jutsu Martial Arts USQ Athletics - Goodna Little Athletics 3381 4888 www.camirass.eq.edu.au healthy4life@ipswich.qld.gov.au Yong: 3470 4420 goh@usq.edu.au 0403 813 676 or 0419 197 272 Kindergarten Assoc Camira 3818 1789 www.goodnalittleas.com Augustine Heights Cheeky Monkeys Westminster Warriors Soccer Club Good Shepherd Catholic Primary Anna 0405 450 704 Harriot 0417 014 873 Basketball - Springfield Brumbies Redbank Plains Ph: 0450 005 152 3437 5000 www.goodshepherd.qld.edu.au June Tahata 0412 181 330 Bushwalking & Environmental springfieldbrumbies@yahoo.com Redbank Plains: Groups, S’field Lloyd 3282 3737 Families & Health Primary: 3814 9222 Baseball - Western Districts Bulldogs Camira Slimmers Shirley 3372 5851 www.redbplaiss.eq.edu.au/wcmss Laurie 0421 137 406 Alcoholics Anonymous State High: 3432 1222 Camira Scout Group www.wests.baseball.com.au Ph 3255 9162 www.aa.org.au www.redbplaishs.eq.edu.au Asst Group Leader - Stephanie - 0401 395 408 Canoe Polo, Springfield Lakes District Commissioner - Greg - 0414 494 389 Al-Anon Redbank Primary 3381 4111 Mick 0402 643 465 Ph 3854 0331 Community Centres: St Augustines College Cricket Club, Eastern Raiders Asperger Services Aust West Springfield Lakes 3381 9015 3814 8300 www.stac.qld.edu.au Bruce 0418 742 307 Brisbane Region Support Group Camira/SField Chris 3818 0921(bh) St Francis Xavier Primary eastern-raiders@hotmail.com Ph Jane 3278 3082 Goodna 3818 0100 Community House, Gailes 3879 3004 Collingwood Park Power Junior AFL Australian Breastfeeding www.stfrancisxavier.qld.edu.au Friends & Neighbours Club, Camira Redbank Plains - Elly 0432 415 124 Association St Peter’s Lutheran College Pat 3818 9343 powerafc@live.com.au Springfield & surrounds group 3470 3888 www.stpeters.qld.edu.au Sue 0406 746 653 Garden Club, Camira (Cycling) SField Road Riding S’Field Lakes State School 3437 9888 Alan 3271 2446 Bernie Ripoll MP 3818 3900 Christian Family & Westside www.springfieldlakesss.eq.edu.au Community Care, Springfield Giving With Love Clare 3814 4400 Dragon Boat Club, Lake’s District Phil Cutcliff 3818 2915 Staines Memorial College (SField) 0413 609 312 Good News Group 3288 5666 www.staines.qld.edu.au Falun Dafa Jean 3818 1986 Anna 3818 0454 Football (Soccer) Clubs: Louise 3411 1174 The Springfield Anglican College Western Spirit Jacaranda Jam Community Choir www.falundafa.org Primary Campus 3818 5777 Phone: 3818 6160 Angela 3818 3449 Senior Campus 3814 8100 Ipswich Multiple Birth Association Futsal: Jan: 0414 661 911 spiritfc.com.au www.tsac.qld.edu.au Karate - TSKF Springfield Jennifer 0411 789 850 www.imba.net.au enquiries@spiritfc.com.au Sensei Chris Myers 0423 386 676 Westside Christian College (Goodna) Kites Family Day Care Springfield United FC Ryan 0418 879 091 tskfspringfield@gmail.com Grade (1-3) 3437 9001 3818 0329 Golf Groups, Social Grade (4-12) 3437 9000 Line Dancing Camira/Springfield admin@kitesfdc.org.au Prep 3437 9004 OSHC 3381 0529 Community Centre - Irene 0416 310 930 Spring Lakes Steve 0408 913 112 New Parent Group - Springfield Lakes www.wcc.qld.edu.au S’Field Lakes, Rusell 3288 1285 Lions Club of Greater Springfield Megann - 0499 652 808 John 3814 5633 Woodcrest State College (SField) Jeanine 0409 429 368 Playtime, Camira/Springfield Junior Campus 3280 2477 Greater Springfield Storm JAFC Comm Ctr, Robyn 3818 0921 National Srs, Goodna/Redbank Middle Campus 3437 9555 President Llewellynn Reidy Senior Campus 3437 9666 Vera 3271 2772 Rosemaree 3282 1093 0423 777 509 Playgroup, Gumnuts, Camira www.woodcrestsc.eq.edu.au www.facebook.com/springfieldlakesafc Tenille 3818 6470, 0421 4480 046 Probus Club of Goodna-Springfield Vic 3271 1096 or Andy 3288 3700 Indoor Bowls Playgroup, Springfield Lakes Churches Eric & May 3814 0887 Heather 3288 1744 Redhookers Fishing Club Inc Augustine Heights Catholic Church Felix 3814 3845 www.rhfc.com.au Indoor Soccer, Springfield St John Ambulance Bellbird Park Div Fr Mauro Conte 3814 8360 Yan Christiansen 3818 0008 Enquiries 0413 448 031 Rotary Club of Goodna Breakthrough Church Springfield Peter 3288 3511 SNAP for special needs, KICKXercise Ps David Vaka 0434 421 720 Camira/SField Comm Centre, contact Camira/Sfield Communty House Springfield Community Inc Camira Christian Assembly 0431 663 228 Lois 0414 318 623 3818 0921 email.gsc.inc@gmail.com Christian Outreach Centre Suicide Bereavement Support Assoc Soroptimist International of Springfield Netball Club, Springfield Lakes Bellbird Park 0433 680 223 Lynne 1300 767 022 Registrar Karen 0411 559 493 Bev Ditton 0414 340 216 Creek Road Presbyterian Church Springfield www.sosbsa.org.au Susan 0415 955 375 bevditton@gmail.com 3398 4333 www.creekroad.org.au Orienteering Club, Ugly Gully S’field Lakes Coffee & Social Group Disciples Church Springfield Government Lee 3378 7375 Enquiries: meetupsocial@gmail.com Ps Greg Gardiner www.disciples.org.au Orion Springfield Run for Life Springfield Lakes Girl Guides Federal Member Grace Christian Church Redbank Plains Phil Cutcliffe 3818 2915 Megan 0414 237 333 0409 272 007 www.gracecc.com.au Bernie Ripoll MP (Oxley) Samantha 0425 786 522 Radio Model Yacht Club 1800 640 839 / 3879 6440 Maranatha Worship Centre Camira bernie.ripoll@ahp.gov.au S’Field Lakes Leisure Group (Empty Nesters) David 3879 6220 Multicultural Church, 3271 4712 www.bernieripoll.com.au Beth 3200 1808 or ray.amy@bigpond.com Robert 3288 3542 Oasis Church Springfield Caroline 3288 2760 or State Member Rugby League www.theoasis.org.au 3282 0847 ciszoke@bigpond.com S’Field Panthers Scott 0405 108 931 Jo-Ann Miller (Bundamba) Ps Don Stewart 0421 870 754 3288 3737 / 3844 8101 SField Lakes Maritime Modellers Inc, Rugby League, Juniors: St Francis Xavier Catholic Church Bundamba@parliament.qld.gov.au Rob 3288 1975 Goodna 3818 0111 S’Field Gary 3818 7370 Tony 3288 5924 Annastacia Palaszczuk (Inala) www.maritimemodellers.info Redbank Plains Jardd 0421 504 531 Springfield Anglican Church 3818 4077 3372 3207 / 3239 3000 Springfield Sparklers Senior Dance Rev Vince Conway inala@parliament.qld.gov.au Rugby Union Clubs Troupe - Christine 0414 451 438 Goodna Peter Aiavao 0427 751 506 Springfield Community Baptist Church Ipswich City Council Camira/Springfield Community Centre Ph Table 8 Singles S’Lakes Hawks Jeremy 0449 682 960 Mayor Paul Pisasale 3810 6201 0432 579 205 Enquiries: meetupsocial@gmail.com ppisasale@ipswich.qld.gov.au Running Group Greg 0408 628 104 www.meetup.com/table8singles Springfield Christian Family 3818 2915 Cr Victor Attwood (Div 3) Self Defence Tkd & Hapkido info@springfieldchristianfamily.org.au Toastmasters, Springfield Lakes 3288 5899 vattwood@gil.com.au 0433 300 617 Bill 0400 561 264 Springfield Uniting Church 3818 8098 Cr Sheila Ireland (Div 9) camira.sd.tkd@optusnet.com.au 3810 6231 sireland@ipswich.qld.gov.au Voice of the Lord Assembly (African Church) Toastmasters, Goodna, Ipswich Softball Club Cr David Morrison (Div 1) Mike 3372 4349 Mr Godfrey Egwu 0420 308 097 Camira John or Julie Ashby 3288 1986 3818 3100 dmorrison@ipswich.qld.gov.au voiceofthelordassembly@yahoo.com Trefoil Guild, Centenary Raiders Brett 0412 233 813 Cr Paul Tully (Div 2) Westlife Church Springfield Janet 3376 1889 raidersips@hotmail.com 3818 6900 ptully@ipswich.qld.gov.au 3381 9988 www.westlifechurch.org.au Westside Community Care Softball, OzPitch, Springfield Lakes Westside Christian Church Rita 3818 0921 Rebecca 3391 2447 Hobbies, Arts & Craft Camira 3381 8156 or 0423 814 700 Westlife Community & Westlife Care Swim Club, Waterworx Amateur Club email: pastor@westsidechristianchurch.com.au Yvonne 3381 9988 Active Crafts Annette 0417 775 900 Westside Spiritual Haven Camira a.zbasnik@three.com.au Sharon 0402 342 551 Westside Business. Women Group Yvonne 0422 551 102 www.westsidebusinesswomen.com Cross Stitch Club Touch Football Local JPs Chris 3217 0976 Springfield Lakes Paul 0411 348 470 Westside Spiritual Haven Meditation Redbank Plains Jardd 0421 504 531 Yvonne 0422 551 102 It’s Sew Easy - Springfield Justice of the Peace (Qual) Helen 3812 3092 Tennis, Springfield Lakes Social Wine Club, Springfield Di 3288 3388 Suzanne Donovan 3818 3915 www.aussew.org.au 3381 9652 Louise Morton 3818 6765 Women’s Group, Springfield & Thien Nguyen 3288 5221 Rubber Stamp & Scrapbook Club Table Tennis Assoc, Ipswich Surrounds Sarah 3812 0138 Karen 3814 3525 Jeff Nicol 0427 640 744 David 3282 4708 Youth Nights (Friday Nights) Ingrid 3288 4614 Glen 3389 6563 Andrew Thai Discount Drug Store, High school aged & young uni, SField, 3437 8562 Trim & Tone Exercise Group Stacey 0425 715 714 Dallas Tunnah 3288 3175 Lisa Purcell 0428 822 010 Youth Space, Goodna Gail Frawley 0401 222 671 Danny or Vince 3818 9934 Commissioner for Declarations Harold James Jackson 3389 1418

Local Clubs & Groups

Sport & Fitness

BE AC TIV E

G E T I N VO LVE

D

Groups & organisations listed are not for profit and run by volunteers.

Page 16 - December 2014 -would The Greater Times listed please send your request to springfieldtimes@lnp.net.au If your group like theirSpringfield contact information

n O s ’ t a Wh at the

Goodna/Springfield

Probus Club Update

by Pat van der Beek

CAMIRA SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY CENTRE PHONE: 3818 0921

389 OLD LOGAN ROAD, CAMIRA www.westsidecommunitycare.org.au Hall For Hire - Parties, Sports, Meetings Hi all and welcome to the monthly column of the Goodna/Springfield Probus Club. As this hot spring becomes an even hotter summer, remember to stay well hydrated (and please also remember your pets).

There was no speaker for December as we held a wine and cheese function instead to celebrate another year of fun and fellowship. We have an interesting line-up of speakers for 2015 so why not consider joining us?

November’s excursion was to the Tramways Museum at Ferny Grove and the picture above shows some of us ready to board one of the trams for a short ride (we rode four trams in all on the day). The excursion was a real nostalgia trip for those of us who grew up in Brisbane as trams were phased out here in 1969. The museum is open on Sundays (and for groups by appointment) and would be an inexpensive and exciting day out for young families as well as an interesting history lesson.

Our Christmas party, held on 6 December was a resounding success as usual. Thanks to Bill Henderson for a wonderful evening’s entertainment and congratulations to all those who helped with the food, decorations and the setting up and dismantling of the tables etc. Many hands made light work and we were all able to enjoy the evening.

We have some excellent excursions planned for 2015 starting with a bus trip (with Jindalee Probus Club) to the Robotic Dairy near Beaudesert in February. We are always open to suggestions for ‘outings with a difference’ so do feel welcome to bring your ideas along.

This will be our last column until March 2015 so we would like to take this opportunity to wish all readers a safe and enjoyable Christmas break.

It’s going to be a very hot Christmas this year so don’t forget your hats, sunscreen and water bottles for outside activities.

All members are welcome at all activities and potential members are encouraged to contact Vic on the number below for details. There is no charge for your first meeting and you are under no obligation to join.

Your first step is to ring Vic on 3271 1096 or join us at 1.30pm on the first Wednesday of each month (except January) at the Camira Friends and Neighbours Clubhouse in Bruce Lane (cnr Langley Road), Camira.

Jacaranda Community Choir celebrates end of year Greek style The Jacaranda Community Choir celebrated it’s end of year breakup at ‘The Greek’, a new Mediterranean Restaurant on Commercial Drive at Springfield. Approximately 15 people attended the luncheon where the food and service were exceptional. Members are looking forward to another year of singing and Community Theme Nights with the friendly choir which will begin meeting again in January 2015.

If you would like to join in next year, members meet every Tuesday at 10am during school terms at Langley Hall, cnr of Langley Road and Bruce Lane at Camira where rehearsals take place for performances at nursing homes, over 55’s villages and community events. The main purpose for getting together is to have a sing song and some fun.

MON - FRI

Kids Club OSH Care Before and After School Care Vacation Care

TUES 9.30-11.30AM

Special Needs Disability Craft Program

6.30-7.30PM

Rhee Tae Kwondo

6.30-8.30PM

Goodna Gymnastics

WED 9.30-10.30AM Goodna Gymnastics 9.30-11.30AM

Active Arts

5.30-7.30PM

Karate

2.00-7.00PM

Mobile Library (fortnightly)

THUR 6.30-7.30PM

Rhee Tae Kwon Do

6.30-8.00PM

Goodna Gymnastics

FRI 9.30-11.30AM

Playtime for preschool

9.30-11.30AM

Special Needs Disability Walking Program

3.30-5.00PM

KNECT Kids Primary (fortnightly)

6.00-9.00PM

Blue Light Disco (monthly)

7.00-10.00PM

KNECT Youth

SAT 7.30-9.30AM

Weight Watchers

9.00-NOON

Goodna Gymnastics

2.00-4.00PM

Lakeside Bootscooters

7.00-10.00PM

SDA Volleyball

SUN 8.30-12.30PM

Springfield Community Church

Consistent Advertising = Familiarity = Trust = Customers

People will buy from you when they trust you Let us help you build that trust with cost effective advertising that works!

Call us today on 3201 1880

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 17

Veterinary News

By Dr Milan Savkovic BVSc GradDipVSc

Twice for life

Complete Mobile

YOU WOULD NOTICE IF 80% OF THIS WONDER DISAPPEARED

80% OF KOALA HABITAT HAS ALREADY DISAPPEARED

Go to www.savethekoala.com to help, by adopting a koala today.

DOG GROOMING SERVICE Hydrobaths • Clipping • Grooming Paul McKie D.O.T.A. •

PH: 3376 7184 MOB: 0409 270 283

Member of Dog Obedience Training Association ( D.O.T.A.)

Page 18 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

Just as we age, so do our pets, just at a much faster rate.

Most people are familiar with one ‘dog year’ is equivalent to seven ‘human years’, but have you ever really thought about what this means? It means that on average your pets will be aging at seven times faster then humans. Large breed dogs age faster then small breeds and cats. That’s why most dogs only live for 10-15 years (the equivalent of a human living to 75-105 years old!). Cats will age slightly slower and so will live slightly longer.

Consider the health implications that this rapid rate of ageing will have on the body of your pet. This is why we recommend ‘twice for life’ visits which simply means coming in for a health check twice a year. This would be like us visiting the doctors every three and a half years!

Once your pet reaches seven years they are generally considered a ‘senior’ (large breed dogs are considered seniors when they reach five years of age).

These six monthly visits then become much more important to early diagnose and possibly prevent diseases that are regularly associated with ageing such as heart disease, arthritis, cancer, dental disease, dementia, deafness, kidney problems to name a few. Very often these diseases will show few signs in the early (often treatable) stages and many people will overlook them as simply ‘signs of old age’.

Remember age doesn’t cause illness, illness causes ‘old age’.

Veterinarians are trained to detect the subtle early signs of disease, which can lead to early diagnosis and treatment meaning a longer and better quality of life than that pet might have had.

Many older dogs and cats will start to develop the odd ‘lump’ or ‘bump’, but it is important to get these lumps checked as soon as they are noticed in case they are dangerous cancers which require removal. A veterinarian can check that by doing a fine needle aspirate, and generally let you know if the mass is cancerous or benign.

Another test a vet might recommend is an annual geriatric blood test. With this blood test, we can monitor liver function, kidney function, signs of inflammation or infection, and hormonal problems to name a few. Bringing in a urine sample from your pets for their annual health check is also very important in early detection of kidney disease.

So have a good look at your best mate and think – “Are you over seven years old?” “Are you a senior?” And if so “When was your last check-up?”. Remember, early detection of many of these commonly ‘old age’ diseases can allow your pet to lead a longer and healthier life.

Councillor’s Comments

by Cr Sheila Ireland (Division 9) 3810 6231 or Div9Office@ipswich.qld.gov.au

Hello everyone. I wish you and your family a safe and holy Christmas and a prosperous 2015. It has been a busy year and the summer holidays will keep the children entertained also.

The popular summer reading program is returning to Ipswich Libraries and will run until January 21 next year. Head into any library branch or jump online to sign up and collect your Summer Reading Adventure Tracker. Record your reading and attendance at library events in the tracker over the holiday period. When returned, these will become your entry into the prize draws.

A range of boredom busting activities will also be available across the holidays at the three library branches and the mobile library. For details on the Ipswich Libraries’ full holiday program head online to www.library.ipswich.qld.gov.au Council is discussing design concepts with stakeholders for a community facility that includes a library at Springfield Central.

Council has once again partnered with a number of community agencies and organisations to deliver the following activities.

Movie Night under the Stars: January 16 at Colleges Crossing from 6.30pm. This is a free event. Further information can be found on www.ipswich.qld.gov.au.

Contact the Leichhardt One Mile Community Centre on 3812 1270 for bookings for a January 2015 program which will include activities such as craft, back to school activities and indoor games.

Riverview Neighbourhood House also has a January 2015 program including edible art, fun games and wet and wild water days. Bookings are essential and can be made on 33816 2111.

Westside Community Care (Qld), are offering free school holiday activities during December and January. Activities will include Laser Tag, art and craft such as clay work, paper mache and tie dyeing. Activities will be held at the Camira Springfield Community Centre and Robelle Domain.

Please book on 3818 021 or www.westsidecommunitycare.org.au

NATIONAL SENIORS UPDATE

Goodna/Redbank Branch

by Vera

Somerwil

Welcome from the Goodna/Redbank Branch. I am sure many of you will be looking forward to the coming festive period, a good time to renew friendships and catch up with family members or just a time to get away from the day to day activities and relax.

Last month the Day Trippers had an adventurous day trip to Stradbroke Island using public transport. The day may have been long but everyone enjoyed the day out.

Our speaker for the November meeting was Vicki Burke from Scan Guard. There is no doubt that scammers are very clever at what they do and many people who you thought would know better are being caught. Everyone needs to be aware on how to protect themselves from being ripped off by these unscrupulous people; the older person even more so because of their trusting nature.

Over forty members have registered to attend this year’s Christmas breakup luncheon at the Springfield Tavern. Last year the event was enjoyed by everyone and we expect it will be the same again this year.

Members and visitors are reminded that the Club will take a summer break from the 16 December meeting until February 2015. The first activity will be the Wednesday coffee social morning, 4th February 2015 at the Coffee Club, Queen Street, Goodna.

The club committee is currently busy organising its activity program for 2015. There will be a variety from entertainers and serious presentations with discussions about the benefits available for seniors in the Federal sphere and from the Department on Human Services (Centrelink).

Please note the change to the starting time for meetings commencing December 2014, registration and morning tea will be at 10.00am for a 10.30am start. We apologise for this but it is not something we can control.

Visitors are invited to attend our club and enjoy its activities. We meet once a month on the third Tuesday of each month. For further information please contact Val Randle on 3297 5735.

The National Seniors Branch Committee would like to take this opportunity to wish all a very happy Christmas and a prosperous and healthy New Year.

The four news magazines of Local News Publications cover 30 suburbs south of the Brisbane CBD, allowing you to target the local area best suited to you and your business.

If you’re looking to increase your local sales, then with a combined distribution of over 44,000, and the potential readership of at least 100,000, these news magazines will provided you with a proven medium.

Centenary News

Circulation of approximately 11,000 homes and businesses in the suburbs of Mount Ommaney, Westlake, Riverhills, Jamboree Heights, Middle Park, Jindalee, Sinnamon Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks, Windermere and Edenbrooke.

The Lake News

Circulation of approximately 11,000 homes and businesses in the suburbs of Forest Lake, Ellen Grove, Doolandella, Heathwood, and Forestdale.

The Local News Circulation of approximately 11,500 homes and businesses in the suburbs of Chelmer, Graceville, Oxley Tennyson, Sherwood, Corinda and sections of Indooroopilly. the greater

Springfield Times Circulation of approximately 11,000 homes and businesses in the suburbs of Springfield Lakes, Springfield, Brookwater, Augustine Heights, Camira and Gailes.

www.LNP.net.au 3201 1880 info@LNP.net.au Find us on Facebook

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 19

THE CREATIVE heART

Creative heART encourages diversity of creative artists in the local area.

The diversity of our members make the group quite unique while at the same time, the concept of creativity is linking people from many artisan and performing arts backgrounds.

Creativity is one of the fundamental drives behind our desire to share and join others during the festive season. The human’s need to be creative drives us to share the gifts of joy and love not only with those close to us, but also those who come into our lives for a reason or season.

Creativity is the underlying element that drives us to learn, experiment and grow. For the Creative HeART, the creativity is both the group’s vision and its strength.

“Creativity is the thought of something new, something previously unexplored. The development of an idea or concept and bringing it to life. When I create, I feel as though my mind opens up and presents me with endless possibilities. I feel alive and free,” said Lalade, a mixed medium artist.

Pam Blamey, a practicing textile artist, writer and creative program developer, said, “Creativity is the possibility and the process of using all my senses to make something new that is unique to me. When I create it’s like all my experience, my yearning and my passion come together and are processed in the blender and something new results from the raw ingredients.”

Porcelain and paint artist, Julie Maddocks said, “Creativity for me is part of my soul, my sanity, my joyful escape from the everyday, and without it I would need a therapist. When I create I go to my happy place, a place where I am in total control of the unexpected, the surprises, and joy.”

And finally, I join with the thoughts of the Springfield’s local photographer and designer, Nick Goodridge, “For me, the creativity is taking people on a journey through my imagination. When I create, I feel peace and excitement and my mind races through possibilities.” And these possibilities are keeping the Creative HeART growing!

Wishing everyone a very special, creative Christmas as the creativity is the gift we all can enjoy freely during this very special time.

For 2015 updates and meeting details check facebook www.facebook.com/GSCreativeHub. For all enquiries, contact Jolanta Szymczyk at studio88@optusnet.com.au, or 0405 336 240.

Page 20 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

Then&Now

a look back at Greater Springfield with Cr David Morrison

Springfield Skate Park at Bob Gibbs Oval

This was the beginning of the Skate Park in Bob Gibbs Oval, Springfield.

Cr David Morrison said the area is continually being improved, within the allotted budget, by still listening to youth in the area. Over the last few years youth have requested this area to have lights, and this was fulfilled and completed in October this year.

The lights, which are turned off at 10pm, allow skaters to enjoy riding all year round and are particularly important during summer when skating can take place in the evening, away from the hot sun.

Springfield Skate Park being constructed in 2002 Springfield Councillor, Cr David Morrison remembers very clearly after he was elected in 2000, meeting with youth of Division 1.

One of the requests was to develop an area mainly for teenagers. Cr David Morrison agreed that our parks generally cater very well for families and for the younger children and that there was a need to create a designated youth space.

Cr Morrison committed to funding an area that would be generally for youth and met with a group of local youth over a few months who helped design an area.

Springfield Skate Park in 2014

the greater

Springfield Times Now available on-line Stay connected and interact from any device, anywhere Live links to advertisers and community groups.

If you know someone who has moved from the area, let them know that they can still keep up to date.

Issues are uploaded soon after letterbox delivery Like us on facebook to be notified of current publication upload or email springfieldtimes@lnp.net.au to be put on the email notification list.

Follow the link at http://lnp.net.au/the-greater-springfield-times/ building better communities through communication The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 21

Trades & Services AIR CONDITIONING

CARPET CLEANING

IT SERVICE

Sales Installations Service & Repairs

Carpet, Tile & Grout

ALL SUBURBS

PHONE

3262 3299

Relax

• Tile Repairs

Your Local Air Conditioning Specialist ARC Licence No. L004004

PH: 3806 2992 MOB: 0411 181 169 relaxair@bigpond.net.au

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

ARC: AU33341

Maintenance - Repairs Installations - Commissioning Designs - Ventilation Call us for your FREE QUOTE on your install JOBS UP TO $330 0 ONLY

Visit our Website: www.diamondcarpettileandgrout.com.au

PH: 0418 919 433 or 3879 1943

Call for an OBLIGATION FREE Quote

NO JOB TOO SMALL

• Carpets • Upholstery • Urine Removal • Tile & Grout Cleaning • Grout Recolouring including floors, bathrooms and showers

AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION Q.B.S.A Licence No. 1068429

Domestic + Commercial + Automotive 24/7

ANDREW - 0412 588 583

FOREST LAKE CARPET CLEANERS

www.rebootech.com.au

ELECTRICAL Domestic • Commercial • Industrial

JORGENSEN ELECTRICAL Lic No. 96

Television Electric P/L

Mon-Fri 7am-5pm Established since 1958

P.C. 30 EXCAVATOR HIRE

General Earthmoving Contractor • Rock Breaker • Hole Boring • Tip Truck Retaining Walls - Block or Rock General Concreting

Phone Ray 3818 3878 0412 983 878

CARPENTER

J & F Constructions

We Nail Anything

All scopes of Carpentry

AW1423937

New Homes Renovations Decks and Patios Retaining Walls Rural & Domestic Fencing Link Block Walls Obligation FreeQuotes Quality Workmanship No Job Too Small

(QLD) PTY LTD QBSA 701657

Pool Fencing

• Weldmesh • Gates • Colour Bond • Chainwire • Glass Pool Fencing

24 Mining St. Bundamba

PH: 3282 6553

ALL FENCING & LANDSCAPING SPECIALISING IN

Licensed & Insured - QBSA 1013508

3802 2600 - 0403 247 326

AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Ph: 3271

ALLSTYLE FENCING

Colorbond & Timber Fencing Retaining Walls e: all.fence@bigpond.com

4178

IRONING

Honest Reliable

IRONING

CALL KATE 3879 6353 OR 0414 295 448

CASUAL JOBS WELCOME

LANDSCAPING

CALL MAGNA DRY

Professional Lawn & Garden

0418 872 078

3376 7677 www.andersens-carpetcleaning.com.au

Ph:

ALL ASPECTS OF LANDSCAPING

-Retaining Walls -Irrigation Systems -Turf & Plants -Design Services

Reliable guaranteed service - Fully insured Adam Gray’s Electrical RING Mike Winwood FOR HONEST, RELIABLE SERVICE Domestic and Commercial MOB: 0414 497 590 or 3297 5903 Renovations

Light & Power Safety Switches Installations & Repairs LED Lighting

PHONE 0423 850 920 www.adamgrayelec.com.au

ABN: 95 323 228 154 – Lic. No. 70829

BOBCAT HIRE

www.jfcarpentry.com.au

PH: 3470 1578

support@rebootech.com.au

3 Rooms $77.00 4 Rooms $88.00 5 Rooms $99.00

• 4 in 1 bucket • trencher • leveller • post-hole borer • rippers

Phone Joel: 0432 250 150

Students & Pensioners Discount

NO CALL OUT FEE 24 HRS - 7 DAYS

in just 30 minutes!

the company you can trust to assist in creating a HEALTHIER and SAFER environment.

Scott Donald (Owner/Operator) 0418 880 893 or 3800 9961

Service - Sales - Repairs Maintenance - Backup - Recovery

BONE DRY

carpet cleaning

When a bobcat's too big and a shovel's too small.

SALES & REPAIR

FENCING

OWNER - OPERATOR

BOBCAT HIRE

QBCC Lic No. 1083835

COMPUTER SERVICES

CARPET CLEANERS & PEST CONTROL BRISBANE WEST

* Carpet

Cleaners * * Upholstery * * Internal & External * Pest Control

for further information & fees: Call Trevor: 0415 301 671

DISCLAIMER:

The views expressed in articles or letters by contributors are not necessarily the views of the publishers and the publishers accept no responsibility for such views.

Consistent Advertising = Familiarity = Trust = Customers

www.apexbrisbanewest.com

People will buy from you when they trust you

Please support

Let us help you build that trust with cost effective advertising that works!

Call us today on 3201 1880

Carpet Cleaner Accreditation; Licenced Pest Management; Fully Insured

our local tradies

Page 22 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times

Trades & Services LANDSCAPING

MOBILE MECHANIC

fencing paving retaining turf gardens irrigation

damian@dntlandscapes.com.au www.dntlandscapes.com.au

LAUNDRY SERVICES

TEA TOWEL & LAUNDRY SERVICES Pick-up / Drop-off Service

Washing, Dry & Fold - med basket $19 Business Shirt Special wash & iron - 5 for $14.50 Ironing - shirts $2.50 each Drycleaning Office Tea Towels Service wash/hire from $14 per week Refrigerator Cleans CALL OR TEXT 0466 711 232 www.cslaundry.com.au

LET US DO THE DIRTY WORK!

LOCKSMITHS

LAKES LOCK & SECURITY 0401 31 05 05

your our ultimate locksmith service 24 HOURS / 7 DAYS Lockouts & Repairs Deadlocks & Window Locks Automotive & Commercial Security upgrades to insurance standards Restricted Keys & Locks Combination changes

FREE ADVICE & QUOTES

Family owned local business 23 years experience

STOP WINKING IN THE DARK “Doing business without

advertising is like winking at a girl in the dark. You know what you are doing, but nobody else does.”

Stueart Henderson Britt

BE SEEN

book online now www.LNP.net.au or phone 3201 1880

Andrew Schultz 0416 020 168

Qld Transport Modification Plates Repairs to all makes & models Log Book servicing EFI diagnostic for cars, 4WDs & light trucks Unleaded Conversions, Clutches, Timing Belts, Water Pumps, Brakes, Steering, Tune-ups, Long Motors & ALL CAR SERVICES

OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

The Experts Underground QBSA Licence No.1089736

SERVICES AVAILABLE: Blocked Drains Cleared New Sewerage & Stormwater Installations or Replacements CCTV Drain Camera Inspections with Locator for accurate fault finding & pin pointing of blockages including depth readings (recordings to DVD &/or USB)

Flooding problems solved Super Mini Excavator

(can access openings as narrow as 700mm wide)

Wendy’s

PET S I T T I N G Going on Holidays Busy Professional Ill Health

• Feed and Water Your Pets • Walk Your Dogs • Tidy up after Your Pets • Water Gardens • Collect Mail and Newspapers • Take out Garbage • Collect Deliveries

* ALL PETS CATERED FOR * REASONABLE RATES * PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

CALL Jim: 0428 313 830

Office 5548 7199

www.cleardrains.com.au

Family Business - 28 years experience

POOL SERVICES

Springfield Pool & Spa Supplies

Get your pool ready for Summer

. Mobile servicing - regular or casual . Equipment repairs . Green pool clean-ups . Regular or casual pool . Free in-store computerised water testing . Friendly, honest & reliable service OPEN: M-F 8-5.00 SAT 8.30-1.00 WWW.SPRINGFIELDPOOLSHOP.COM.AU

3288 1033

PLUMBING

Phone Matthew on 0423 830 853 ABN 45 043 267 877 S General S Roofing S Hot

SECURITY SCREENS

SecurityDoors & Screens

SPECIALISTS IN MADE TO MEASURE Hinged & Sliding Doors Security Screens & Insect Screens

See-through Stainless Steel

Ph: 0412 067 142

QSBA Lic. No. 1053315

Maintenance

& Guttering

Water Units S Drainage S Burst Pipes & Blocked Drains

Lakeside Plumbing & Gas Covering all your Plumbing & Gas Requirements Hot Water Specialists

INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

For a fast & reliable service

Scott 0449 738 020

lakesideplumbingandgas@gmail.com

www.lakesideplumbingandgas.com.au $50 CALL OUT - $50 PER ½ HOUR AFTER

TATTOOS Bellbird Park Tues to Sat 10am-5pm Custom ~ Freehand Celtic ~ Tribal Japanese ~ Traditional

3814 1544 Shop 11, 6-8 Keidges Rd, BELLBIRD PARK

TREE LOPPING

ALL WORK DONE RIGHT – THE FIRST TIME AND FULLY GUARANTEED

SUPA SHIELD

Wendy Nash

TATOO ARTIST

with experienced operator Rainwater Tanks supplied &/or installed All general plumbing & drainage maintenance & repairs

PET SITTING

QBSA 1187623

Damian 0400 329 630

MOBILE MECHANIC

PLUMBING

Phone: 3386

0555

www.kbsecurity.com.au

LICENCE # 1159762

email: sales@kbsecurity.com.au

Colour your ad Add colour to your Trades & Services ad for less than $14 per month.

& stand out

Cost additional to Black & White rate.

Minimum of 3 month booking.

Deadline date for next issue is Friday 24 December.

Phone 3201 1880 to book your place.

100% TREECYCLE COMPANY

Are you storm ready?

We guarantee to turn up to every Quote on Time, EVERY TIME FREE QUOTE - FULLY INSURED GDE specialises in preventative maintenance to get your home storm ready.

Call us today for a FREE quote on 3278 9411

www.gdetreeservices.com.au

TUITION

PIANO TUITION

Experienced and caring teacher Teaching to your personalised learning style All ages from beginner to advanced Lessons to prepare for exams and leisure

Call 0408 210 032 for a FREE trial

GUITAR TUITION Redbank Plains School of Guitar

• Tuition by trained Classical Guitarist • All styles • All ages • Beginner to Advanced • Trinity & A.M.E.B. exam prep Ph: 3814 2116

Professional Tuition by Qualified Caring Teachers

• English • Mathematics (including Years 11 & 12)

CALL 1300 KIP MCG NOW for a FREE Assessment

Advertise Here ads this size start from less than $29 per month*

call us on 3201 1880 *Conditions apply

The Greater Springfield Times - December 2014 - Page 23

Page 24 - December 2014 - The Greater Springfield Times