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Springfield families getting ahead of school costs Saver Plus is a free matched savings and financial education program in Ipswich and is offering up to $500 to families on lower incomes to save for education costs. The program is delivered by The Smith Family and is currently recruiting new participants to join.

Saver Plus is Australia’s largest and longest running financial education and matched savings program, helping participants to save for their own or their children’s education. ANZ rewards their efforts by matching every dollar they save with another dollar (up to $500).

The program includes MoneyMinded, a financial education program that builds participants’ financial skills, knowledge and confidence.

Michelle Trevino of the Smith Family, said Saver Plus helps families to develop a saving habit and strengthen their financial education knowledge and money management skills.

“Parents can use the program to help pay for items such as new school uniforms, computers, textbooks, and school excursions,” she said.

Since 2003, Saver Plus has reached over 20,000 Australian families.

Independent research shows that 87 percent of participants are saving the same amount or more after completing the program.

People over 18 years old, who have a Health Care or Pensioner Concession card, have regular income from paid employment and have children enrolled in school or who are attending or returning to vocational education themselves can apply.

For more information, participants can SMS their name and postcode to 1300 610 355 or contact Michelle, the Ipswich Saver Plus Coordinator on 0466 474 584.

Saver Plus is an initiative of Brotherhood of St Laurence and ANZ, delivered in partnership with Berry Street, the Benevolent Society and The Smith Family and other local community agencies. The program is funded by ANZ and the Australian government, with ANZ providing matched savings for participants.

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During a recent family gathering I threw into the conversation that I needed some topics for this column.

I won’t bore you with the list of what was thrown back, suffice to say that the range was from the inspiring to the downright idiotic and everything in between. One suggestion, that I didn’t immediately entertain was sport (you know who you are!).

As the banter continued around me, I began to think about the topic of sport, especially in light of the recent ‘State of Origin’. Like I said, I’m not particularly sporty - give me the theatre over a sporting event any day of the week - I started to wonder about the appeal of sport, particularly as a spectator.

Although I’m not very sporty, for some reason, I do like to watch the Origin in particular, and will stay up late on too many consecutive weekday nights watching the tennis.

And, my family will tell you, I’m not above yelling at the TV and fist pumping the air when watching Queensland do what we do best. But why? Why do we want our team to win? Why do we care?

Many a great brain with far more intellect than mine have pondered this question, so I know I’m not breaking new ground here but I do think it has much to do with ‘belonging’. A sense of belonging and connection are perhaps our greatest needs, rivalling, in my opinion, even basic physical needs.

Feeling we are part of something bigger than ourselves does quite a few things to us. We feel a sense of kinship, of commonality. And in our world that is constantly banging on about how individual we are (and we are!), it’s also strangely comforting to know we are similar to others and not that different after all. We also feel a sense of vicarious achievement. Them becomes us and we, rather than I. Basically, we get a kick out of feeling an affinity with a ‘win’. It can show us that nothing is impossible, especially when the underdog gets up and wins against all odds. It can make us feel proud. We like feeling that people who are ‘one of us’ eg Queenslanders, have succeeded. And in a society that struggles to acknowledge another’s success, it feels good and right to be proud of someone else’s triumph.

History tells us that the concept of competitive games has been around since we first began. Such a long and enduring idea must carry benefits to have stood the test of time through the ages. And I think it’s because we are meant for community. We are born to be part of something outside ourselves.

This is not a plug for all those sporting groups out there, unless, of course, sports is your thing, but rather it’s a plug for joining something - anything! There are many fantastic groups, clubs, churches in our local area with a wide range of interests represented.

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Veterinary News

by Dr Ian Gorrie BVSc

Caring for a senior pet

Dogs and cats age approximately seven years to our one year and are generally considered ‘senior pets’ from seven years of age. Because they age so rapidly their risk of developing disease or illness increases and can progress quite quickly. The signs of ageing can be subtle in our pets, especially our feline friends. You may notice the outward signs such as greying around the face, less energy and sleeping more, trouble toileting, difficulty rising or walking, reluctance to jump from heights, or drinking or eating more or less.

The more worrying signs are the hidden or internal changes we can’t see without a comprehensive examination and diagnostic testing performed by your veterinarian. The key to a long and healthy life is early detection of these hidden problems. Our senior pets are more susceptible to a number of health conditions including, dental disease, diabetes, kidney and liver disease, heart disease, arthritis and cancer. Having your pet checked twice a year will help detect and manage such diseases, allowing your pet to live the healthiest and longest life possible.

A senior health check should include a thorough examination of your pet’s joints, eyes, ears, teeth, skin, coat, and respiratory system and also an assessment of their dietary requirements. Often a sample of your pet’s urine and blood is taken for diagnostic testing, to help determine any underlying or early signs of health issues that are not visible to the naked eye. Diagnostic testing can identify changes in your pet’s body that may require close monitoring or early treatment.

Because of advances in veterinary medicine in recent years, many previously unmanageable geriatric conditions can now be treated so that your pets continue to enjoy their senior years with you.

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Free trees program plants seed for greener future

Pure Water now available locally in Brookwater

A Pure Water vending machine has been installed at the bottom of the escalators at Brookwater Shopping Centre.

For old customers, you now have pure water locally.

Any bottles left on top of the machine are free if ďŹ lled with pure water.

Council is encouraging residents and community groups to make their ‘green’ mark on the city by taking advantage of council’s free trees program.

The program, which has given away more than 500,000 trees in the past five years, will continue in the 2016-2017 Budget.

City Works, Parks, Sport and Environment Committee Chairman Councillor David Morrison said as well, the popular mobile nursery would again tour the city. “The free trees program has proved to be very popular with residents and community groups since its inception many years ago,� Cr Morrison said. “It’s about helping residents and community groups further enhance their little corner of Ipswich through the planting of native trees. “Free trees are available at council’s Queens Park Nursery and throughout the year at various locations from the mobile nursery.�

The Ipswich City Council free trees program allows for six plants per resident each financial year.

Ratepayers and renters are both eligible to receive the trees but renters must present a copy of their landlord’s current rates notice to obtain the trees.

Residents renting a house through the Department of Public Works and Housing or the Defence Housing Authority must contact them for the relevant documentation.

Residents on 4000 square metres or more and those with riparian allotments (on a river) are entitled to 15 plants per financial year. “Home owners of newly built homes, those under 12 months old, are also entitled to a one-off allocation of 25 plants, in addition to their annual allocation, to help them kick-start their garden,� Cr Morrison said.

More than 113,000 free trees were given away during the 2015-2016 financial year.

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Welcome to the monthly update of the Probus Club of Goodna-Springfield Inc. I trust that everyone is keeping well during this season of colds and flu and hopefully we will all enjoy some lovely winter sunshine to chase away the germs.

As usual, the members of Goodna-Springfield Probus Club have enjoyed a variety of activities during the past month, including a visit to the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium.

During the presentation in the Cosmic Skydome we learnt many fascinating facts about our own and other galaxies.

The numbers involved are so vast it is hard to comprehend, and I am sure we will all look at our night sky with even more wonder and amazement in the future. We rounded off the morning with lunch at the Jindalee Hotel.

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If you would like to discover firsthand what Probus is all about, do come along to a meeting, you will be made most welcome. Please ring Penny on 3818 7981 for further information. Meetings are held at the Camira Friends and Neighbours Clubhouse, Bruce Lane, Camira, at 1.30pm on the first Wednesday of each month, starting at 1.30 pm.

Little Free Libraries pop up locally Some readers may have heard of The Little Free Library initiative that began in 2009 by American Todd Bol of Wisconsin. A tribute to his school teacher mother, the idea of a little wooden box stand on the streets with the concept of ‘take a book, leave a book’ began to catch on.

Now this worldwide phenomenon has reached the neighbouring suburb of Forest Lake with two such Little Free Libraries now in operation.

For Forest Lake’s first Little Free Library installer, Claire Miller, the library is the realisation of a dream to share books and the love of reading with others.

“Our Little Free Library, Charter Number 29173, was built by my husband Peter, with another one in the pipeline - based on the Harry Potter Knight Bus!” said Claire.

“To see the happiness and excitement that both children and adults have when they find a book they love is beyond rewarding. I love the way books have the ability to open the readers minds to different worlds and experiences and am so excited to be able to offer this experience to our community.

“The library is not just to encourage readers but it is giving neighbours an opportunity to get to know each other.”

Dianne Haire was inspired by Claire Miller’s instigation of a Little Free Library and also recognised the advantage of her close proximity to a local primary school.

“Children’s reading has always been important to me,” said Dianne.

“I believe that if you start young and have a love of reading, it can help children in other areas of their schooling.

“All are welcome and there will be a range of books to suit all ages. There are no set up requirements or forms to fill out but if you like, leave a quick note in the visitors book.”

Dianne has also added a personal touch and created some bookmarks for people to take and use with the books.

If you’re interested in starting your own Little Free Library in the Springfield area, go to www.streetlibrary.org.au. If you’d like to know more about how it all began, go to www.littlefreelibrary.org.

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Local artist benefits from two-week residency University of Southern Queensland (USQ) Doctor of Creative Arts (DCA) student Linda Clark stretched her creative mind during a two-week residency at The Edge, State Library of Queensland recently.

The Springfield-based installation artist used the opportunity to produce new work in the form of laser cutting, 3D printing knowledge and sound recording, as well as develop her creative process.

USQ Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Jan Thomas said Mrs Clark received the fully-funded residency as winner of the Gray Puksand Digital Art Award in the 2015 Queensland Regional Art Awards.

“Linda has worked incredibly hard to achieve her goals and has every reason to be proud of what she has accomplished,” Professor Thomas said.

Mrs Clark said her aim during the residency was to learn as many new processes as possible and take advantage of the cultural precinct that surrounds the State Library to develop the conceptual basis for a new body of work.

“The Edge workshops taught me many new skills that have expanded my thinking about what is possible in art making,” she said.

“The time and space that the residency afforded helped me to document my conceptual development and art-making process with intention.

“It also helped me recognise I have a specific way of working that begins with a question. It is developed through visual research of images, artworks and concepts, while creating sketches and journal entries, which leads to concepts that answer the initial questions.”

The mother-of-two has always had a creative urge, but it wasn’t until she decided to pursue a career in visual art that her interest in installation art took hold.

“I find installation art interesting because it has the capacity for me to explore narrative in a spatial context,” Mrs Clark said.

“I enjoy the way I can produce layered conceptual meaning by installing objects and video within an installation space.”

Mrs Clark started a DCA in Visual Arts this semester and is now working on a research project that involves the development of a practice-led research model that can be used by artists, who are also mothers, within a collaborative exchange.

“The aim of the project is to establish meaningful collaborative practice networks between artists who are mothers, with the central goal of transforming regional cultural communities as a nexus for collaborative art practice,” Mrs Clark said.

“During the research project, I will be using case studies of both my practice, and the collaborative exchanges that will take place, to gain new insights into arts practice-led research.”

Mrs Clark is among the first intake of students to study a Doctor of Creative Arts.

The degree was designed to help post-graduate students further develop their practicefocused research under the guidance of qualified supervisors.

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The club, with members predominately from both the Springfield area and Forest Lake, proudly celebrated the significant milestone of its 10th anniversary in May with a very enjoyable dinner and members are looking forward to the next 10 years.

The Lakers Dragon Boat Club train at the Lake at Forest Lake, each Saturday and Sunday mornings and participates in a variety of regattas up and down the coast throughout the season.

In May, the Lakers Dragon Boat Club, took part in the Walk with the Lions event held at the Lake, which raised funds in support of the Lions Childhood Cancer Research Foundation and Redkite.

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Across Queensland there are 196 independent schools. each independent school is different, offering parents a wide choice for their children’s education.

At The Springfield Anglican College, as a co-educational, kindergarten to year twelve independent school, we offer a holistic approach to education. That is, we value academic inquiry and endeavour, participation in sport, the creative arts, outdoor education and service to the wider community.

Within this context, there is a clear focus placed upon assisting students to develop the skills and understandings that will positively position them beyond school, irrespective of their career pathway.

As the ‘local’ independent school, parents are able choose a school that offers the same high quality education as our much older and larger counterparts, at a much lower fee and being local, significantly minimizes travel time.

TSAC is also a relatively small school in comparison to the majority of schools within Greater Springfield and surrounds, which has distinct advantages for our students. The ability of the College to know well and work with all students on an individual basis is important in supporting students to realise their potential.

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behaviours that can negatively impact on the progress and wellbeing of students.

With the correct learning environment in place, students are able to excel. A brief snapshot of 2015 would support this view. In terms of academic achievement, 84% of OP eligible students in Year Twelve achieved in the OP 1-10 Band, with 95% in OP 1-15 Band. NAPLAN results were very strong once again with the CEO of ACARA writing to the College to congratulate students for their performance in 2013 and 2015 and the significant progress each cohort made between the two sets of tests.

In sport, 86 students gained representative honours at either regional, state or national level. Of the 86 students, 49 gained regional representation, 30 progressed state level, with seven students competing at national level, which is outstanding when you consider there are just over 500 students at the College in the competitive sporting years, years four to twelve.

Add in the great achievements of students across the creative arts, for example in AMEB Music and in a range of eisteddfods where dance troupes and ensembles and choirs excelled. And the vast array of opportunities available to students via clubs, camps, extension and enrichment activities, and trips such as the 2016 New Zealand Ski Trip, where 40 students and four staff are currently enjoying the slopes of Queenstown, all supporting the view that a TSAC education offers those who choose to attend the College a diverse and rich education and a wonderful opportunity to realise ‘Their Future’.

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Council hopes to have one in five rates notices delivered digitally by 30 June next year.

Residents have already embraced the electronic delivery option, with 15.1% of all notices now received by email or delivered to their preferred internet banking portal.

City Management, Finance and Community Engagement Committee Chairman Deputy Mayor Paul Tully said council launched the paperless option in 2014.

“At the time Ipswich was one of the first two councils in Queensland to offer electronic delivery of rates notices,” he said.

“It was quite revolutionary and we have since adopted three formats – My Post Digital Mailbox Service, Bpayview and FormsPort. Going digital is easier on the environment and it also helps to offset the recent rise in postage costs, saving council and the community $4 per rate notice each year.”

Cr Tully said he expected more residents would make the move to digital in coming weeks.

“We’re in an era where paper is becoming a thing of the past, we’re writing fewer cheques and filling out more electronic documents,” he said.

“It’s encouraging to see people are moving with the times.

If current trends continue we should achieve 20% uptake by this time next year.”

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Orion Lagoon closed for winter maintenance Orion Lagoon at Robelle Domain, Springfield Central is closed for winter maintenance until 25 July to allow for the works.

City Works, Parks, Sport and Environment Committee Chairman Councillor David Morrison said while the pool area would be closed, all other facilities within the lagoon area would remain open.

“Orion Lagoon has proven to be extremely popular since it was officially opened last September,” Cr Morrison said.

“The number of people using the lagoon during its first six months surpassed all projections, with more than 300,000 people enjoying a visit to the lagoon.

“These works will ensure the lagoon remains in top condition and have been scheduled during winter to keep any impact on the community to a minimum.”

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Funding continues for free immunisation clinics throughout Ipswich Immunisation clinics will continue with weekly clinics held at the Ipswich Health Plaza, Terry White Chemists Winston Glades, Goodna Community Health, YMCA Springfield Lakes Community Centre and Ipswich Central Library.

Health and Community Safety Committee Chairwoman Councillor Sheila Ireland said the program helped to protect people against serious and preventable diseases.

She said free vaccinations for Ipswich high school students would also continue.

“Immunisation not only protects your own family, but also protects others,” Cr Ireland said.

“All vaccines are provided free of charge as part of the National Immunisation Program and bookings are not necessary.

“Simply bring your Medicare Card and immunisation records including a baby health record book at the time of vaccination.

“An Immunisation Consent Form and Pre-Vaccination Checklist must be completed and presented at the clinic.

“This form must be completed and signed by the child’s parent or legal guardian before any vaccinations can be provided.

“A carer may bring the child to the clinic but the forms must be completed and signed by the child’s parent or guardian.”

For clinic times and more information visit ipswich.qld.gov.au.

Complimentary consultation when you mention this publication.

Complimentary records at start of treatment.

The Greater Springfield Times - July 2016 - Page 13

ROTARY CLUB of Greater Springfield

UPDATE BY

Chris Steinback

Rotary supports families in need and local authors

Please don’t ignore kids in need.

Act now and donate at actforkids.com.au

Jenros Framers e Framer Your Local Pictur

All art work, photos and needlework.

Jenny Stedman 146 Bagnall St Ellen Grove

Ph: 3372 1775

The Rotary Club of Greater Springfield recently hosted a number of exciting activities which included a fundraiser movie night at Event Cinemas and a book launch at Bookface, both at Orion Shopping Centre.

A very exciting fundraising movie night was held when members and guests enjoyed the movie Me Before You at Event Cinemas Springfield. The club was successful on the night in raising the $950 required to purchase specialist software to aid local four year old Charlie Russo. Charlie has been living with Rhett Syndrome since she was less than one year old, causing her growth and development to be impaired. The Look to Learn software package is specially designed to be motivating and a fun way to improve access and choice making skills. Each activity develops a different skill, ranging from early cause and effect through to accurate eye gaze control.

Charlie’s mum, Fiona said, “Michael and I appreciate you taking the time to reach out to us and then to arrange the event so quickly. It was a great turnout and a lovely evening. Thanks again for all your help - because of the team at Rotary, we are confident that Charlie will be able to thank you herself someday soon.”

All club members assisted with this project and a very enjoyable evening was had by both club members and members of the public. More movie nights are planned for fundraising projects in the future. Many thanks go to Event Cinemas, local, state and federal politicians for their support and kind donations on the night.

The Rotary Club was invited to attend the new book store Bookface at Orion Shopping Centre where local author Belinda Masser launched her fourth children’s book titled On The Wings of a Butterfly.

This special book supports conversations on grief and loss experienced by young ones.

A topic which parents often find difficult to confront with children. We had an interesting and informative evening during which Club members and partners were also able to enjoy the ambience of an inviting bookshop, mingling with the public and local identities, while raising awareness of the local Rotary Club.

You are invited to attend your local Rotary Club meeting, or contact us to talk first.

Joining with your local Rotary Club can help you build new friendships and business networks. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded local people to improve the lives of others both within your community and around the world. There is an opportunity for everyone, no matter where you are located or the time available, to get involved and make a difference.

The Rotary Club of Greater Springfield holds its meetings every Thursday evening at 6.30pm at the Brookwater Golf and Country Club, 1 Tournament Drive, Brookwater.

For enquiries, contact Club President Chris Steinback on 0411 472 684.

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Walking Group: Schools Springfield Lakes Heart Foundation and Camira State School, Playgroup & P&C Orion Walkers 3810 6666 Aiki Jutsu Martial Arts USQ AFL - Greater Springfield Storm AFC 3381 4888 www.camirass.eq.edu.au healthy4life@ipswich.qld.gov.au Yong: 3470 4420 goh@usq.edu.au Luke 0420 476 829 president@greaterspringfieldstorm.org Kindergarten Assoc Camira 3818 1789 Augustine Heights Cheeky Monkeys www.greaterspringfieldstorm.org Westminster Warriors Soccer Club Good Shepherd Catholic Primary Anna 0405 450 704 Redbank Plains Ph: 0450 005 152 Athletics - Goodna Little Athletics 3437 5000 www.goodshepherd.qld.edu.au Harriot 0417 014 873 0403 813 676 or 0419 197 272 Redbank Plains: Bushwalking & Environmental www.goodnalittleas.com Families & Health Primary: 3814 9222 Groups, S’field Lloyd 3282 3737 www.redbplaiss.eq.edu.au/wcmss Basketball - Springfield Brumbies Camira Slimmers Shirley 3372 5851 Alcoholics Anonymous State High: 3432 1222 June Tahata 0412 181 330 Ph 3255 9162 www.aa.org.au www.redbplaishs.eq.edu.au springfieldbrumbies@yahoo.com Camira Scout Group Asst Group Leader - Stephanie - 0401 395 408 Baseball - Western Districts Bulldogs Al-Anon Redbank Primary 3381 4111 District Commissioner - Greg - 0414 494 389 Ph 3854 0331 Laurie 0421 137 406 St Augustines College www.wests.baseball.com.au Community Centres: Asperger Services Aust West 3814 8300 www.stac.qld.edu.au Brisbane Region Support Group Springfield Lakes 3288 2292 Canoe Polo, Springfield Lakes St Francis Xavier Primary Ph Jane 3278 3082 Camira/SField Chris 3818 0921(bh) Mick 0402 643 465 Goodna 3818 0100 Australian Breastfeeding www.stfrancisxavier.qld.edu.au Community House, Gailes 3879 3004 Cricket Club, Eastern Raiders Association Bruce 0418 742 307 St Peter’s Lutheran College Friends & Neighbours Club, Camira Springfield & surrounds group 3470 3888 www.stpeters.qld.edu.au eastern-raiders@hotmail.com Pat 3818 9343 Sue 0406 746 653 S’Field Lakes State School 3437 9888 Collingwood Park Power Junior AFL Garden Club, Camira Christian Family & Westside www.springfieldlakesss.eq.edu.au Redbank Plains - Elly 0432 415 124 Alan 3271 2446 Community Care, Springfield powerafc@live.com.au Phil Cutcliff 3818 2915 Staines Memorial College 3814 8600 Giving With Love Clare 3814 4400 www.staines.qld.edu.au (Cycling) SField Road Riding Falun Dafa Good News Group Bernie Ripoll MP 3818 3900 Louise 3411 1174 The Springfield Anglican College Jean 3818 1986 Anna 3818 0454 www.falundafa.org Primary Campus 3818 5777 Dragon Boat Club, Lake’s District Jacaranda Jam Community Choir Senior Campus 3814 8100 Paul 0419 729 877 Greg 0418 732 672 Ipswich Multiple Birth Association Angela 3818 3449 Jennifer 0411 789 850 www.imba.net.au www.tsac.qld.edu.au Football (Soccer) Clubs: Karate - TSKF Springfield Westside Christian College (Goodna) Kites Family Day Care Western Spirit Phone: 3818 6160 Sensei Chris Myers 0423 386 676 Grade (1-3) 3437 9001 3818 0329 Futsal: Jan: 0414 661 911 spiritfc.com.au tskfspringfield@gmail.com Grade (4-12) 3437 9000 admin@kitesfdc.org.au enquiries@spiritfc.com.au Prep 3437 9004 OSHC 3381 0529 Lions Club of Greater Springfield Springfield FC info.sufc@gmail.com New Parent Group - Springfield Lakes www.wcc.qld.edu.au Jeanine 0409 429 368 Megann 0499 652 808 Golf Groups, Social Woodcrest State College (SField) National Srs, Goodna/Redbank Playtime, Camira/Springfield Spring Lakes Steve 0408 913 112 Junior Campus 3280 2477 Vera 3271 2772 Comm Ctr, Robyn 3818 0921 Middle Campus 3437 9555 S’Field Lakes, Rusell 3288 1285 Rosemaree 3282 1093 Senior Campus 3437 9666 John 3814 5633 Playgroup, Gumnuts, Camira www.woodcrestsc.eq.edu.au Probus Club of Goodna-Springfield Tenille 3818 6470, 0421 4480 046 Indoor Bowls Penny 3818 7981 Eric & May 3814 0887 Playgroup, Springfield Lakes Churches Redhookers Fishing Club Inc Heather 3288 1744 Indoor Soccer, Springfield Felix 3814 3845 www.rhfc.com.au Yan Christiansen 3818 0008 St John Ambulance Bellbird Park Div Augustine Heights Catholic Church Rotary Club of Goodna Enquiries 0413 448 031 Fr Mauro Conte 3814 8360 KICKXercise Peter 3288 3511 contact Camira/Sfield Communty House SNAP for special needs, Breakthrough Church Springfield Springfield Community Inc 3818 0921 Camira/SField Comm Centre, Ps David Vaka 0434 421 720 email.gsc.inc@gmail.com Lois 0414 318 623 Camira Christian Assembly Netball Club, Springfield Lakes 0431 663 228 Soroptimist International of Springfield Registrar - Karen 0411 559 493 Suicide Bereavement Support Assoc Bev Ditton 0414 340 216 Lynne 1300 767 022 Susan 0415 955 375 Christian Outreach Centre bevditton@gmail.com www.sosbsa.org.au Bellbird Park 0433 680 223 Orienteering Club, Ugly Gully S’field Lakes Coffee & Social Group Lee 3378 7375 Creek Road Presbyterian Church Springfield Government Enquiries: meetupsocial@gmail.com 3398 4333 www.creekroad.org.au Orion Springfield Run for Life Springfield Lakes Girl Guides Disciples Church Springfield Phil Cutcliffe 3818 2915 Federal Member Megan 0414 237 333 Ps Greg Gardiner www.disciples.org.au Radio Model Yacht Club Bernie Ripoll MP (Oxley) Samantha 0425 786 522 Grace Christian Church Redbank Plains David 3879 6220 1800 640 839 / 3879 6440 0409 272 007 www.gracecc.com.au SField Lakes Maritime Modellers Inc, bernie.ripoll@ahp.gov.au Robert 3288 3542 Rob 3288 1975 www.bernieripoll.com.au Hillsong Brisbane West Rugby League www.maritimemodellers.info Springfield Central 3381 9988 State Member S’Field Panthers Scott 0405 108 931 email: brisbanewest@hillsong.com Springfield Sparklers Jo-Ann Miller (Bundamba) Rugby League, Juniors: Senior Dance Troupe Maranatha Worship Centre Camira 3288 3737 / 3844 8101 S’Field Gary 3818 7370 Tony 3288 5924 Bundamba@parliament.qld.gov.au Christine 0414 451 438 Multicultural Church, 3271 4712 Redbank Plains Jardd 0421 504 531 Annastacia Palaszczuk (Inala) Oasis Church Springfield Table 8 Singles Rugby Union Clubs 3737 2100 www.theoasis.org.au 3282 0847 Enquiries: meetupsocial@gmail.com inala@parliament.qld.gov.au Goodna Peter Aiavao 0427 751 506 Ps Don Stewart 0421 870 754 www.meetup.com/table8singles S’Lakes Hawks Jeremy 0449 682 960 Ipswich City Council St Francis Xavier Catholic Church Toastmasters, Springfield Lakes Mayor Paul Pisasale 3810 6201 Goodna 3818 0111 Running Group Greg 0408 628 104 Bill 0400 561 264 ppisasale@ipswich.qld.gov.au Springfield Anglican Church Softball Club Toastmasters, Goodna, Ipswich Cr Victor Attwood (Div 3) Rev’d Graham Dorman 0476 818 763 Camira John or Julie Ashby 3288 1986 Mike 3372 4349 3288 5899 vattwood@gil.com.au Raiders Mitch 0423 262 906 Springfield Community Baptist Church Trefoil Guild, Centenary Cr Sheila Ireland (Div 9) Camira/Springfield Community Centre Ph raidersips@hotmail.com Janet 3376 1889 3810 6231 sireland@ipswich.qld.gov.au 0432 579 205 Softball, OzPitch, Springfield Lakes Cr David Morrison (Div 1) Westside Community Care Christian Family 3818 2915 Rebecca 3391 2447 3818 3100 dmorrison@ipswich.qld.gov.au Springfield Rita 3818 0921 info@springfieldchristianfamily.org.au Swim Club, Waterworx Amateur Club Cr Paul Tully (Div 2) Westlife Community & Westlife Care Voice of the Lord Assembly (African Church) Amanda 0434 868 611 3818 6900 ptully@ipswich.qld.gov.au Yvonne 3381 9988 Mr Godfrey Egwu 0420 308 097 Email: wworxrace@gmail.com voiceofthelordassembly@yahoo.com Westside Business. 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NATIONAL SENIORS UPDATE

Goodna/Redbank Branch

by Vera Somerwill

Welcome to the National Seniors Goodna/Redbank Branch’s update for July. Last month for the branch meeting our guest speaker was Gordon Tihms from Ipswich Seniors Net. He really conveyed the message about the use of computers. Gordon stayed back for the social get together with a sausage sizzle after the meeting.

This past month has been a busy one for National Seniors generally with its Seniors Vote Election Forums held nationally.

Many members attended the first one, which was held at the Brisbane City Hall early in June, to hear the different viewpoints by candidates when questioned on Seniors policy matters. We also bid farewell to Michael O’Neill, National Seniors Chief Executive Officer at the end of June.

For the July monthly meeting we are doing something different.

Instead of a speaker, members will drive to Walloon for a country pub lunch which should be an enjoyable outing.

The social club gets together for coffee and cake on the first Wednesday of each month and on the 3rd August they will meet at Queens Park Kiosk, Ipswich at 9.30am.

Seniors Week is the third week of August and the club is planning to do something different this year. Instead of a high tea and entertainment, they will be enjoying a bus tour to Mt. Tambourine for some brisk air and sightseeing.

National Seniors Goodna/Redbank Branch meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Goodna Leagues Club, Brisbane Terrace, Goodna, commencing at 10.00am. A small fee is charged for morning tea. Visitors are welcome. For further information about meetings and activities, please contact Val Randle, Branch Secretary, on 3297 5735.

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Update by Pat Quickfall

On the first Wednesday of the month, we had our meeting day with guest speaker and then on 8th June we had our mystery day, which was a lady showing us how to make cheese. She was from the Scenic Rim and also brought along samples of homemade cheese for us to try. It was very tasty and many members purchased the chutneys, sauces and jams she brought along too. It was an enjoyable morning with a lovely morning tea.

There were prizes to be won on 15th June with our Hoy morning.

On 17 June, 28 of our members went to Bundamba Tafe restaurant where the food is cooked and served by students under qualified supervision. The meal was lovely and the presentation was good.

Our bus trip to Killerney on 22nd June was a great day out. We stopped on the way at Moogerah Dam for coffee and boy was it cold!

I think everyone was pleased to get back on the bus out of the wind.

We stopped at the Killerney Hotel for a most welcome lunch of lovely hot soup and a roast. It was very good to get warmed up!

After lunch we set off to the Vintage Saw Mill which is run by Ralph Affleck. Ralph is 87 years old and comes from a timber family. His father was a timber man and they grew up in a timber town. Three mornings a week, Ralph heads from his farmhouse across the paddock to were he feels most at home - his sawmill. He loves to talk about his mill and show you around. It was lovely to listen to this wonderful man. It was then back on the bus to head home after a good day out.

If you’re interested in joining in all the fun we have in the group, call me, Pat, on 3818 9343.

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THE CREATIVE heART

by Jolanta Szymczyk

Greater Springfield Creatives reach new heights In late May a new book was released in Europe - the book Worldwide Colours of Felt. The publication is a collection of unique and stunningly executed felt works, including wearables, accessories, decor and open and small spaces arrangements captured and arranged by soft and smooth transitions across the entire colour wheel. The featured artworks come from over 40 countries and the book is a celebration of colour, texture and inspirations.

With over 500 artists from across the world selected to take part in this colourful and exclusive production, the local presence is to be cherished.

Greater Springfield trio - textile artist and designer Jolanta Szymczyk, local photographer Nicholas Goodridge and model Kate Van Bennekom have their own place in this latest textile art publication.

Two of Jolantaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wearable art pieces, beautifully photographed and modelled at the premises of the local Springfield Tower are now amongst the artists featured in this latest Netherlandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; publication.

The Greater Springfield Creative heARt talent is also making its unique marks at the local fashion scene. Michelle Andrewsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; origami works captured the attention of the local fashion label, dogstarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s owner and designer Masayo Yasuki.

The designer has just announced that Michelleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original origami works will be included in the upcoming dogstarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; collection...there are no boundaries to the local creatives!

For the Greater Springfield Creative HeARTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest updates and meeting details please check www.facebook.com/ GSCreativeHub.

Dr Kate Lemerle Psychologist

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Councillor’s Comments by y David Morrison ( DIVISION 1)

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2016/17 City Budget The adoption of the annual budget is one of the most important decisions that Council makes each year. Many hours of discussion and planning goes into the preparation of the annual budget by both professional Council Officers and elected Councillors. Like all budgets, it provides discipline and direction.

Springfield Central Library Council has committed funding in the 2016/17 budget for a library at Springfield Central.

The library site is adjacent to Orion Springfield Central overlooking Orion Lagoon.

Mobile Library Council’s mobile library visits: Springfield Central - every Thursday 1pm to 7pm and every second Wednesday 9am to noon; Camira Springfield Community Centre – every second Wednesday 2pm to 7pm. Check out Council’s library website: www.library.ipswich.qld.gov.au Additional Sports Fields Sporting clubs in the Greater Springfield Area are all growing and looking forward to additional fields being constructed. The first two ovals, along with lighting and clubhouses, will commence construction this month. They will be located opposite Springfield Central State High School.

Liberty Swing A Liberty Swing will be installed in Robelle Domain. A Liberty Swing enables someone who is confined to a wheelchair to experience the motion of a swing. This is a result of some local youth, VARIETY Club of Australia and Council working together to make this a reality.

Orion Centre Manager I would like to thank Melanie Hodge for her last four and a half years as Centre Manager for Orion Springfield Central. Melanie has moved on to take over the management of Toombul Shopping Centre. Melanie was a great supporter of the Greater Springfield community.

Men’s Shed I am working on plans to provide a suitable shed for a Men’s Shed organisation to commence in the Springfield area. Once the final location and plans are determined, a meeting will be advertised to explain what Men’s Shed is all about.

Australia Post My desire would be for Australia Post to keep Springfield Post Office open for at least 18 months when Australia Post opens the post office at Orion, and then decide if the Springfield Post Office should close. In all my talks with Australia Post, they don’t seem willing to even consider this. If you agree with me, please send an email to neil.mcdonnell@auspost.com.au and express your disappointment in their plans to close the Springfield Post Office.

Thought: Good words are worth much, and cost so little!

Greater Springfield VIEW Club

by Robyne Apps Development update Hello ladies. Our first friendship morning tea, held on the 25th May, was a most enjoyable and interesting gathering. Getting to know each other on a face to face basis was very rewarding.

On Wednesday 27th July, you are welcome to join our next friendship meeting. This day is themed as a ‘show & tell’, so bring along an item with a special or unusual tale – tell the story or just show it off!

Invite a friend and have her join in the fun and share the day. The meeting will take place from 10.30am – 12.30pm and will be held at Councillor David Morrison’s Community Meeting Room, located at the corner of Commercial Drive and Woodcrest Way, Springfield.

There is an interesting research report about the Learning for Life program on www. thesmithfamily.com.au which gives a good understanding of the rewards we assist with.

Exploring the VIEW website (www.view.org.au) will also provide information about the vision VIEW clubs aspire to.

If you would like to come along to the meeting on Wednesday 27 July, please RSVP

by Monday 25th July by sending an email to either lerlene_burrow@hotmail.com or reapps@bigpond.com.

Date Claimer: Our August friendship morning tea will be at the same venue, with thanks to Councillor Morrison, on Wednesday 24th August. All welcome to attend!

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a look back at Greater Springfield with Cr David Morrison

Our Award winning lagoon It is fitting that I feature Orion Lagoon this month as last month, Orion lagoon won two state awards in one week. The first award was the Australian institute of Landscape Architects for Parks and Open Space and the second award being the Parks and Leisure Australia (Qld) for Leisure Facilities.

Congratulations must go to David Hatherly from VEE Design who was the Landscape Architect for the Orion Lagoon. Orion Lagoon will now be in the running for National Awards in these categories.

The lagoon was launched in March 2014 and opened on September 1 2015. It is approximately 2800 m2 in area and 2.75 million litres in volume.

The Orion Lagoon has exceeded council’s expectations and attracted approximately 55 thousand people each month in spring and summer.

The Orion Lagoon provides a wonderful piece of public open space for the City of Ipswich.

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A message from the Mayor’s Desk

BY THE MAYOR - PAUL PISASALE I recently presented my 13th budget as Mayor of the City of Ipswich. The 2016-2017 Budget not only addresses current needs but continues to position our city as a champion of change. Just as roads and railways were built for transport in the previous century, we’re building digital highways to set Ipswich on a secure and successful path to capitalise on the ever growing digital economy.

We have increased our infrastructure spending 25 percent, up from $80 million last year to $100 million in 2016-2017.

This is about investing in the infrastructure necessary to maintain and enhance the quality of life Ipswich residents expect and enjoy.

This year we are progressing two projects that are particularly close to my heart. We have allocated $200,000 to assess the feasibility of a combined arts, community and market space in the old woollen mills in North Ipswich and $400,000 to develop a business case for the Ipswich Performing Arts Centre.

Council took ownership of the old woollen mills in 2015 and this heritage-listed site, over 7,000 square metres in size, will make a tremendous facility for the local arts community.

Ipswich needs and deserves a new Ipswich Performing Arts Centre to cater for our growing population. The funding for a business case in this year’s budget signals council’s resolve to make this vision a reality.

In putting together the budget, we were mindful of the challenges facing local families, which is why we worked hard to keep this year’s rate rise as low as possible. The average rise of $1.22 per week is responsible. We have also lowered our debt per capita from $1,386 last year to $1,289 in 20162017. Ipswich is now in its strongest financial position in living memory. I’m excited by the opportunities ahead. Our future has never been brighter.

Money for graffiti removal across region Ipswich City Council has allocated $330,000 towards the removal of graffiti continuing resident’s access to free clean-up kits while the graffiti removal trailer will remain on the road for community groups.

Council officers will also visit a number of graffiti hotspots as part of weekly, fortnightly and monthly management schedules.

City Works, Parks, Sport and Environment Committee Chairman Councillor David Morrison said council was committed to responding to service requests and removing offensive graffiti within one business day. He said Queensland councils spent millions of dollars each year on graffiti removal.

“This is money that could be better spent on community projects like parks and infrastructure improvements,” Cr Morrison said. “It’s important to remember that graffiti is a crime that is punishable under wilful damage offences in the Queensland Criminal Code Act. Overall I am happy to say there has been a downward trend in the number of graffiti incidents handled by council in the past year.”

Available at the Customer Service Centre in the Ipswich CBD, council’s graffiti removal kits include gloves, goggles, graffiti remover, safety instructions and a paint brush and bucket. To book the graffiti removal trailer phone 3810 6666.

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