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

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

Playing a round of golf at Karana Downs Golf Club is always a rewarding experience, with its picturesque holes along the Brisbane river and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, both out on the course and in the clubhouse after your game. And there’s no better time than now to book a game, as the club is offering a Pay for 1 Game and Get 1 Free offer. This free game offer can be used any day, including weekends and public holidays. Use it for yourself or shout a friend a free game - the choice is yours. Simply go to page 3 of this issue of The Greater Springfield Times and find the voucher, then contact the club on 3201 0833 to secure your spot, as bookings are essential.

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

The weather is finally cooling. There’s that hint of a chill on the breeze, especially at night and early morning. As I pull out the winter jackets, boots and scarves, I can’t help but be reminded that the right to feel warm in the colder months, is exactly that - a basic human right for everyone and not a privilege for those who can afford it. “On any given night in Australia, one in 200 people are homeless� (www.homelessnessaustralia.org.au/index.php/ about-homelessness/homeless-statistics). One in 200 equates to 105,237 Australians. That should shock us especially when you consider the fact that only 3% of that number are homeless due to mental illness and substance abuse issues.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Each term, students across all year groups actively engage in a rich diversity of age appropriate learning opportunities. This is often referred to as the formal curriculum. Underpinning the formal curriculum, and central to the personal growth and development of students and their levels of achievement, is what is often referred to as the ‘hidden’ curriculum.

The TSAC Way – Teamwork, Success and Community, is the in-house rhetoric that guides our daily interactions and helps shape the manner in which students go about their interactions. Through this focus a great many positives flow such as high levels of participation as students feel supported by their peers and staff, a willingness to try new things which is important in realising one’s potential, a tolerance of diversity and a very well developed level of sportsmanship.

The hidden curriculum can be defined as the Each term the College receives communication lessons that are taught informally, and often unintentionally, in a school system. These include from members of the wider community who have behaviours, perspectives, and attitudes that taken the time to compliment, unsolicited, TSAC students who they have run across outside of the students pick up while they’re at school.

College. While this is very pleasing from a College At the College, there is no doubt that the benefits perspective it says a great deal about the students. of this hidden curriculum influence heavily the Beyond school, such attributes will undoubtedly help learning environment, across all aspects of the position these young men and women very positively College’s holistic approach to education. Students for the world that awaits. at the College are to be commended for not only Steve Croft what occurs at the College on a daily basis but also Head of College the manner in which they engage in their schooling.

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Celebrating its 28th anniversary this year, Red Nose Day on Friday 24 June brings much-needed attention to the work of SIDS and Kids, whose research and education programs have significantly reduced the number of sudden and unexpected deaths in infancy in Australia.

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

Products for purchase this year are some of the best yet.

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

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

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

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

By supporting Red Nose Day you will help fund: • Further research into areas such as stillbirth and Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy • Community education to reduce the risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy • Bereavement support for Australian families Show your support this June by purchasing a Red Nose Day product, donating to SIDS and Kids or starting your own fundraising campaign. Go to www.rednoseday.com.au for further information on how you can get involved.

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Humanitarian victory for Kiwanis and UNICEF Through the Eliminate P r o j e c t , K i w a n i s I n t e rnational and UNICEF joined forces in 2010 to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus a deadly disease, that steals the lives of almost 50,000 innocent babies and a significant number of women each year.

Kiwanis International committed its global network of volunteers in June 2010 to raise US$110 million by the end of 2015 allowing UNICEF to eradicate this cruel, century old preventable disease ,called Tetanus.

In March of this year, we made it with the magical figure of US$110M achieved through cash donations and pledges supplied by Kiwanis clubs and volunteers from around the World. Kiwanis Australia has donated more than A$560,000 to the project of which the Brisbane Kiwanis Club contributed US$19,500.

These fund will allow UNICEF to continue with the elimination of maternal and neonatal tetanus with women and their children in another 13 countries to be immunised against the disease in 2016.

The Kiwanis effort has not only saved lives but paved the way for other interventions that will boost maternal health and child survival amongst the poorest, most underserved women and children in the world.

On completion of the Eliminate Project, the lives of 129 million mothers and their future babies will have been saved.

First Friday Fun continues at Ipswich Central Library Local residents are looking forward to the next First Friday Fun at Ipswich Central Library after the success of a creative catapult craft session on Friday, 3 June.

An annual fixture on the library calendar, First Friday Fun is a monthly program that promotes imagination, invention and innovation.

It is designed for children from 5-12 years of age and is held from 3.30pm to 4.45pm at the CBD library at 40 South Street, Ipswich.

Next month, it will be Kite Capers on 1 July with Wacky Wheels coming up on 5 August.

“First Friday Fun is one of the many programs that brings families to our libraries, making them destinations and resource centres for people of all ages,” Library and Youth and Seniors Committee Chairman Councillor David Pahlke said.

“Each month participants can take part in a fun activity that showcases their creativity and promotes quality time between children and their parents and carers.”

Bookings are recommended but drop-ins are welcome if space is available.

For bookings or more information visit www.library.Ipswich.qld.gov.au/events or phone 3810 6815.

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Local mum making a global difference When local mum Tess Freund started handcrafting pieces of jewellery over six years ago, she had no idea her eye-catching, organic and sustainable jewellery would one day help other mums all over the world.

The idea for Tess’s unique range came after the birth of her first son and the realisation that there was a distinct lack of stylish baby friendly necklaces on the market.

Tess’s necklaces contain no small parts, are crafted from organic cotton, have been dyed with low impact water based dyes, and are hand washable.

They are great for babies who like to pull on mums hair or skin while feeding; for those who get distracted and need help to keep focussed; and also for teething babies as the organic cotton inner provides great relief for sore gums.

“My designs formed the basis of my first label, Monkey & Mum, which quickly gained popularity in the mum community. Within a few years I found myself in a fabulous predicament: I simply couldn’t make enough necklaces for the number of mums who wanted to wear them,” said Tess.

“This was the catalyst for Sahasa, as I began searching for a way to expand ethically - which sounds a lot easier than you’d think!”

Many months later Tess formed a relationship with the Director of Mehera Shaw Foundation (MSF) in India, members of the Fair Trade Federation, and who operate under a very transparent business model. Tess was introduced to a women’s development group they were working with, and worked alongside MSF to train these women on how to make some of Tess’s designs. The necklaces were created using sustainable organic fabric off-cuts from MSF’s Fair Trade manufacturing line - fabric that was otherwise destined for landfill.

“I began to learn the stories of these women. Many were child brides who’d fled domestically abusive relationships, and who didn’t have the skills or opportunity to support themselves and their children.

“Unethical practices and conditions are common place for the garment workers behind so many of our big corporate fashion labels. Ethical fashion has the power to change the world, and so began my journey into empowering women in need to overcome gender inequality and poverty through Fair Trade.

“I wanted to help even more women, so I began to look further abroad, and source ethically produced products from all over the world. Some of these pieces are designed by me and brought to life by the fair trade artisans in India, others go from design to conception at the hands of Sahasa artisans worldwide. Either way, every piece in the Sahasa store was crafted by an artisan who was paid a fair wage, who works in a clean and safe environment, and who is not a child.

“The Fair Trade artisans behind Sahasa are the heartbeat of my company, which is why I turned to them when choosing a name. The women who handcraft my necklaces chose the name Sahasa, meaning courage in Hindi, which is exactly what my brand gives to these women.”

All Sahasa products are available from the online store at www.sahasa.com.au, with a select few stocked at Nest Nappies in Paddington, and Bowerbird in Oxley.

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With the introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) this year, many families will have greater options available to them that will benefit their family member with a disability and the family as a whole.

Navigating the many ins and outs of this new process can be daunting to parents who are already stretched to the limit in caring for their child with a disability. And it’s for this reason that owner of CCA Creative, Alison Layton, saw a practical way she could help.

The mother of a child with autism, Alison is familiar with many of the issues facing families with a member with a disability and is using this knowledge to provide services that would have helped her greatly with her now 19 year old son.

“Some days, it’s all you can do to keep going, let alone educating yourself about new services that are available,” said Alison. “The idea behind the workshops we run through CCA Creative is two fold - provide NDIS information and give parents and carers some much needed ‘time out’.”

CCA Creative facilitates days of NDIS information via a trainer from Parent 2 Parent.

The day also incorporates time for parents and carers to talk to other parents and carers in similar life situations, providing much needed support and connectedness with others.

“Many mums and dads of a child with a disability simply don’t have the time to socialise in the way other parents do, so spending a whole day with like-minded people is a huge thing to give them,” she said. “And we also spend some time honouring them and the amazing job they are doing raising, not only their child with a disability, but their other children too.

“It’s important to me and my staff that each and every participant leaves feeling appreciated, refreshed and re-energised to continue the very important job of caring for their child.

“We also run weekend getaways for mums and dads and carers, where it’s a whole weekend focussed on them. They are encouraged to share their story, as well as participate in wellbeing workshops, laughter therapy and generally just have a break, which is something that rarely happens in life with a child with a disability.”

If you’re a parent of a child with a disability and are interested in an NDIS training day or a weekend getaway, or both, contact Alison on 0416 162 799 or send an email to alison. ccacreative@gmail.com. Also, head over to the CCA Creative website (www.ccacreative.org) to read testimonials from mums and dads who have already experienced a workshop or weekend and find out more. CCA Creative also offers workshop days and retreats for young carers as well as aged care, see the website or call for more information.

If you care for your child, mother, father, sibling, spouse or relative, this is for you.

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Mrs Ethel Brennan presenting Cr David Morrison with some memorabilia from the Scout Jamboree held in Springfield Central in 1998.

In the February edition of the Greater Springfield Times, Springfield Councillor David Morrison explained that where Orion Springfield Central is located today was the site of the 18th Australian Scout Jamboree in 1998.

Cr David Morrison called on any one who was present at the Scout Jamboree who had any memorabilia to come and meet with him.

Cr David Morrison said he was pleasantly surprised when Mrs Ethel Brennan turned up at his office with copies of the daily newspaper â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Springfield Jamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; that was published each day of the 10 day Jamboree. Along with the newspapers, there was the welcome pack and a packet of Scout badges from around the world.

Cr David Morrison thanks Mrs Ethel Brennan for donating the memorabilia to the community and would ideally like to have some of the memorabilia framed and placed at a suitable location within Orion Springfield Central to remind people of the history of the site.

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THE CREATIVE heART Making Connections

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I gazed around the room in awe. I was sitting in a grand space in Lublin Museum, Poland. The deep voice of the announcer welcoming dignitaries to the event murmured on. Then suddenly it was my turn, â&#x20AC;?...

Artystka Australijska, Michelle Andrews!â&#x20AC;? and with an air of unreality, I stood up in my place and bowed while the audience clapped politely. As a formerly shy person and an emerging artist, this was an extraordinary thing to happen. Sitting down again, I reflected on a quotation by world-renowned Polish installation artist, NeSpoon, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Doors open for those who know where they are going.â&#x20AC;?

Doors have certainly been opening for me lately! A year ago, I joined the national textile group, ATASDA, and met the organisationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Queensland Branch President Jolanta Szymczyk. Upon her urging, I entered my work into the International Baltic Textile Miniatures competition in Poland and was selected for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exhibition in the Museum of City of Gdynia. I also joined Greater Springfield Creative HeART, a group of diverse creatives and thinkers who offer support and mentoring for their members.

After involvement in the Ipswich Animating Spaces project, I became a member of the Inspirations Ipswich Artist CoOp Gallery in the Ipswich Mall. Through these community connections, I have not only met wonderful friends but have been offered many opportunities.

One of those opportunities was to actually travel to Poland: to Gdynia to see my own work at the Baltic Miniatures Exhibition, and to Ĺ Ăłdz to attend the opening of the Ĺ Ăłdz International Triennial of Tapestry, the oldest and biggest textile exhibition in the world. I travelled with a fabulous group of fibre artists from Australia and the US. Apart from attending these events, I was able to meet a number of Polish artists, visit their studios, meet museum and gallery curators, wander the beautiful streets and parks of Krakow and Lublin and find treasures in local haberdashery warehouses, all thanks to Experience Poland, a cultural tour company operated by Jolanta. The opportunities kept flowing when I was then able to attend a workshop with a very innovative porcelain artist in Krakow and learn from her practice.

Coming back to Australia, I feel so empowered to achieve my artistic goals! The value of making connections in our local communities should not be underestimated. Without talking to people, without joining in local projects, and without supporting local initiatives, I would not have grown as a person and an artist. And the experience of visiting Poland has reassured me of the worth of creative endeavour. I would urge everyone not to become isolated.

Overcome the tyranny of distance. Get up and out there... you never know where the road will take you.

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Snow and ice forecast for Brisbane in July!

Sunday, 3 July | 7.00 pm Adult $30.00 | Concession $25.00 An intoxicating moveable feast of magic, song, dance, burlesque, comedy, circus, and cabaret. Gorgeous. Crazy. Sexy. Cool.

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

It’s a wonderful wintery celebration styled on Europe’s winter markets. Actual falling snow, open air ice rinks, a powder pit, fun rides, entertainment and activities will form Winter Festival in King George Square in Brisbane’s CBD. With the City Hall as backdrop it will be truly stunning.

“This is a first for us to be in Brisbane and we are super happy to be here. We think Queenslanders are going to love it,” says event organiser Andrew Lemon. “For many it will be their first chance to experience real snow and for others it will be a chance for them to re-live some of the fun snow and ski experiences they’ve had on holidays.

“Imagine ice skating on an open air ice rink with falling snow dusting your hair – blink and you’ll feel like you’re in Austria not Australia,” Andrew said.

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

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

Romantic European styling plus loads of food and beverage options make for fun ‘après festival’ options and the perfect location for ‘skate dates’ for couples.

The inner city location makes Winter Festival very easy access to public transport and its affordable with tickets purchased online at $22 for an adult ticket; $12 for a child aged 5 - 15 years or $8 for a child under 5 years. A family pass for $60 for two adults and two children provides amazing value. Tickets are also available at the gate but these are slightly more expensive; a small booking fee applies to on-line sales. Group discounts for parties and clubs are available.

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

Winter Festival in Brisbane - a fun, wholesome, healthy and affordable activity, perfect for a sub-tropical winter day or night.

BY CIRCA Friday, 8 July 7.30 pm Adult $25.00 Concession $15.00

Beyond is warm, surreal and unexpectedly moving.

Circus Workshop Two-day workshop for children aged 6-18 years on Thursday, 7 July and Friday, 8 July. Bookings essential.

Thursday, 28 July 6.00 pm Adult $18.00 Concession $15.00 Adapted from the book by Antoine De Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince is an adventure story that celebrates the richness of human feeling and imagination.

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Queensland’s biggest charity bike ride is back!

As the sun rises on Sunday 19 June, thousands of riders will be slipping into their lycra and costumes of all sorts to take part in the 26th annual MS Brissie to the Bay bike ride to fight multiple sclerosis (MS).

The MS Brissie to the Bay bike ride, the biggest bike ride in Queensland, gives participants of all ages and fitness levels the chance to be part of the iconic annual event now in its 26th year.

You can join the challenge by riding one of the four tailored distances. There is the family friendly 10km around the Brisbane Riverside, the scenic 25km ride to Balmoral, the classic 50km to Wynnum, and the challenging 100km ride to Wellington Point and Cleveland.

This ride is more than just a fun day out on the bike joining the MS community with fellow riders, friends and family, this year MS Queensland is asking participants to rally together even further and raise a sensational $1.8 million to support people living with MS. With spots limited this year, each registrant is required to raise a minimum $250 in order to participate.

MS is the most common incurable chronic neurological condition affecting young adults in Australia. The average age of diagnosis is just 30 years of age and affects almost three times more women than men. There is approximately one in every 1,000 people living with MS in Australia, equating to more than 23,000 Australians and over 3,700 residing in Queensland. With no known cause or cure and symptoms varying significantly between those diagnosed, MS is often thought of as an invisible condition.

With limited government funding for the extensive support services provided by MS Queensland to those living with MS, MS Queensland relies on dedicated individuals to get involved in fundraising activities such as the MS Brissie to the Bay, helping to raise these much-needed funds to provide vital services across the state and help search for a cure.

This year, MS Queensland is also excited to announce local radio personality, Katie Mattin from NOVA106.9FM as an Ambassador for the 2016 MS Brissie to the Bay ride. Katie has been living with MS for seven years following diagnosis at just 25 years of age following the birth of her twin daughters in 2009.

“I am really excited to join the MS Brissie to the Bay ride this year as an Ambassador. I hope that through my participation, the community will gain a greater understanding of the valuable work of MS Queensland.” Katie said.

“To be able to participate in the ride with my family and meet others who are taking part and fundraising for MS Queensland to continue providing vital support services to the MS community, will be a really enjoyable experience for me.”

Katie further shared she is hoping that from her involvement in the MS Brissie to the Bay ride, she will be able to provide hope to others following their own diagnosis with MS. “I’m very fortunate to have been diagnosed early and started treatment for my MS quickly. I strongly believe in the power of positive thought and a healthy lifestyle combined with medication enables me to continue living a very active life with MS.” “There has already been incredible advances in medications since I was diagnosed, which is a great indication of how living with MS is manageable for a lot of people. That is the message I am hoping to share as part of my role as an Ambassador for the ride.”

MS Queensland, along with Katie, are calling on the Brisbane community to get behind the 26th annual MS Brissie to the Bay bike ride by registering as an individual, with friends, family or colleagues. Katie will also be captaining a NOVA team for the ride, which the general public can also join. Head to www.BrissietotheBay.com.au and start raising funds to register and help support people living with MS.

Are you ready to slip on the lycra and ride to fight MS?

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Annual Winter Orchid Show on next month Considered to be one of Brisbane’s premier orchid shows, the John Oxley District Orchid Society will once again hold their Annual Winter Show next month.

The event will be held at the Auditorium Botanic Gardens Mount Coot-tha on Saturday 16th July from 8.30am to 4.00pm and again on Sunday 17th July from 9.00am to 3.0pm. The admission price for adults is just $4.00, with children admitted free of charge.

On display will be Australian Native Orchids, Species Orchids from around the world and many Hybrid Orchids.

On both days, there will be two potting demonstrations; morning and afternoon.

Cultural advice from some of Brisbane’s best growers will be available all weekend as well as many orchid plants for sale at very reasonable prices, as well as all the necessary potting requirements. This is a great opportunity to purchase plants to increase an existing collection or maybe purchase your first plants to start on this rewarding and interesting hobby.

It is also the perfect opportunity for photographers to capture some great photographs of orchid flowers, the bold, the beautiful, and the very unusual.

With light refreshments for sale and floral arrangements also available for purchase, the Annual Winter Show is the perfect day out for all the family.

The Brisbane City Council runs a bus service to the Botanic Gardens and there is off street parking with disabled parking right at the front door.

If you’re interested in attending the John Oxley District Orchid Society, new members and guests are always welcome. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month starting at 7.30pm at Oxley Bowls Club 24-30 Englefield Road, Oxley.

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The Rotary Club of Greater Springfield recently hosted a speakers night at the Brookwater Golf & Country Club, where members and guests from the Rotary Clubs of Goodna, Taylor Bridge, Cleveland and Sunnybank Hills were entertained by a very inspiring and interesting guest speaker, Eric Rushton.

Eric, who is a post polio victim, spoke to the meeting about PPS (Post Polio Syndrome) and the effects it has had on him. Eric, who is now in his seventies, contracted polio as an infant and as a facilitator of the Post Polio Network highlighted some of the challenges he faced in his latter years with the after effects of polio.

His experience was of particular interest to many of the Rotarians present at the function due to Rotary’s involvement in the global fight to eradicate polio. Rotary International has a keen interest in polio worldwide where it is playing its role in the eradication of polio.

Eric is very involved with Polio Australia, which is the national voice for polio sufferers in Australia. Of interest, polio survivors make up the largest single physical disability group in Australia.

Polio is a paralysing and potentially fatal disease that still threatens children in some parts of the world. The poliovirus invades the nervous system and can cause total paralysis in a matter of hours. It can strike at any age but mainly affects children under five. Polio is incurable, but completely vaccine-preventable.

In 1985, Rotary launched its PolioPlus program, the first initiative to tackle global polio eradication through the mass vaccination of children. Rotary has contributed more than $1.5 billion and countless volunteer hours to immunize more than 2.5 billion children in 122 countries. In addition, Rotary’s advocacy efforts have played a role in decisions by donor governments to contribute more than $9 billion to the effort.

Rotary has contributed more than $1.5 billion and countless volunteer hours to fight polio. Through 2018, every dollar Rotary commits to polio eradication through its End Polio Now initiative will be matched two-to-one by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation up to $35 million a year.

The Rotary Club of Greater Springfield supports the End Polio Now initiative by supporting the foundation financially and promoting polio eradication by hosting speaking nights with quality speakers like Eric Rushton.

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 Secretary, Lachlan Clarke on 0409 711 199, or President Lee Watson on 0404 052 354.

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NATIONAL SENIORS UPDATE PDATTE

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by Vera

Somerwil, Branch President nt

Welcome to National Seniors Goodna/Redbank Branch’s update for June. At the time of writing this, winter hadn’t begun yet, it’s on its way though, many of us become concerned about such changes in our weather.

Last month we had an interesting presentation from Shayne Neumann MP. We booked him many months ago to give members an overview of the Aged Care Reforms being implemented over time and the myaged care website.

Questions from the floor indicated education of the changes still has a way to go.

Speaker for Tuesday 21st June will be Ken Curwen from Seniors Net, with so many businesses choosing not to do business by post but by email, it is important to know the basics of using a computer. This will be followed by a sausage sizzle.

Earlier this month we joined with Ipswich NSA for the Rum Runner trip up the Coomera River. It was a good day with all enjoying lunch at the Yatala Pie shop.

Socially, branch members get together on the first Wednesday of each month at a coffee shop somewhere in the district. The next social morning is 6 July and will be at San Churro at Orion Shopping Centre, Springfield at 9.30am.

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 made most welcome. For further information about meetings and activities please contact Val Randle, Branch Secretary on 3297 5735.

Play touch footy this season It’s not too late in the year to play mixed touch football with local club Springfield Lakes and join in the fun.

The new competition starts 20 July and finishes mid November. Nominations are due no later than 4 July, with a maximum of 24 teams being accepted into the competition.

To register a team, the team contact must fill out the Team Nomination Form at the following link: https://reg. sportingpulse.com/regoform.cgi?formID=5956.

Once a team has been registered, the team contact will receive a team code which they must pass on to their members so that they register for that team at the following link: https://reg.sportingpulse.com/regoform.cgi?formID=5957.

A minimum $200 deposit is to be paid no later than 4 July with the balance of $800 to be paid no later than 10 August.

To participate in this competition, players must be a minimum of 12 years of age, with a minimum of two female players to be on the field at any given time.

All teams joining the competition must have their colours approved by the competition coordinators prior to the start of the season otherwise the nomination may be withdrawn.

Due to the referee shirts being predominantly pink, team colours are to contain no more than 20% pink.

To enquire about teams or being a referee, contact Paul on 0411 348 470 or send an email to lakestouch@hotmail.com.

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

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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 Fr Mauro Conte 3814 8360 Rotary Club of Goodna Enquiries 0413 448 031 KICKXercise Peter 3288 3511 Breakthrough Church Springfield contact Camira/Sfield Communty House SNAP for special needs, Ps David Vaka 0434 421 720 Springfield Community Inc 3818 0921 Camira/SField Comm Centre, email.gsc.inc@gmail.com Camira Christian Assembly 0431 663 228 Lois 0414 318 623 Netball Club, Springfield Lakes Christian Outreach Centre Soroptimist International of Springfield Registrar - Karen 0411 559 493 Suicide Bereavement Support Assoc Bellbird Park 0433 680 223 Bev Ditton 0414 340 216 Lynne 1300 767 022 Susan 0415 955 375 bevditton@gmail.com www.sosbsa.org.au Creek Road Presbyterian Church Springfield Orienteering Club, Ugly Gully 3398 4333 www.creekroad.org.au S’field Lakes Coffee & Social Group Lee 3378 7375 Government Enquiries: meetupsocial@gmail.com Disciples Church Springfield Orion Springfield Run for Life Ps Greg Gardiner www.disciples.org.au Springfield Lakes Girl Guides Phil Cutcliffe 3818 2915 Federal Member Megan 0414 237 333 Grace Christian Church Redbank Plains Radio Model Yacht Club Bernie Ripoll MP (Oxley) Samantha 0425 786 522 0409 272 007 www.gracecc.com.au David 3879 6220 1800 640 839 / 3879 6440 Maranatha Worship Centre Camira SField Lakes Maritime Modellers Inc, bernie.ripoll@ahp.gov.au Robert 3288 3542 Multicultural Church, 3271 4712 Rob 3288 1975 www.bernieripoll.com.au Rugby League www.maritimemodellers.info Oasis Church Springfield State Member S’Field Panthers Scott 0405 108 931 www.theoasis.org.au 3282 0847 Springfield Sparklers Jo-Ann Miller (Bundamba) Rugby League, Juniors: Ps Don Stewart 0421 870 754 Senior Dance Troupe 3288 3737 / 3844 8101 S’Field Gary 3818 7370 Tony 3288 5924 Bundamba@parliament.qld.gov.au Christine 0414 451 438 St Francis Xavier Catholic Church Redbank Plains Jardd 0421 504 531 Goodna 3818 0111 Annastacia Palaszczuk (Inala) Table 8 Singles Rugby Union Clubs 3737 2100 Springfield Anglican Church Enquiries: meetupsocial@gmail.com inala@parliament.qld.gov.au Goodna Peter Aiavao 0427 751 506 Rev’d Graham Dorman 0476 818 763 www.meetup.com/table8singles S’Lakes Hawks Jeremy 0449 682 960 Ipswich City Council Springfield Community Baptist Church Toastmasters, Springfield Lakes Mayor Paul Pisasale 3810 6201 Camira/Springfield Community Centre Ph Running Group Greg 0408 628 104 Bill 0400 561 264 ppisasale@ipswich.qld.gov.au 0432 579 205 Softball Club Toastmasters, Goodna, Ipswich Cr Victor Attwood (Div 3) Springfield Christian Family 3818 2915 Camira John or Julie Ashby 3288 1986 Mike 3372 4349 3288 5899 vattwood@gil.com.au info@springfieldchristianfamily.org.au Raiders Mitch 0423 262 906 Trefoil Guild, Centenary Cr Sheila Ireland (Div 9) Springfield Uniting Church 3818 8098 raidersips@hotmail.com Janet 3376 1889 3810 6231 sireland@ipswich.qld.gov.au Voice of the Lord Assembly (African Church) Softball, OzPitch, Springfield Lakes Cr David Morrison (Div 1) Westside Community Care Godfrey Egwu 0420 308 097 Rebecca 3391 2447 3818 3100 dmorrison@ipswich.qld.gov.au Mr Rita 3818 0921 voiceofthelordassembly@yahoo.com Swim Club, Waterworx Amateur Club Cr Paul Tully (Div 2) Westlife Community & Westlife Care Westlife Church Springfield Amanda 0434 868 611 3818 6900 ptully@ipswich.qld.gov.au Yvonne 3381 9988 3381 9988 www.westlifechurch.org.au Email: wworxrace@gmail.com Westside Business. 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Hall For Hire - Parties, Sports, Meetings MON - FRI

The month of May proved to be a most interesting one for the members of the combined Probus Club of Goodna-Springfield Inc. At each monthly meeting we feature both a short talk by a club member and also a longer presentation by a guest speaker.

Last month both spots were filled by club members, with Penny giving us an insight into the problems experienced by people who have a gluten intolerance, and Caroline, who is a Volunteer Trainer with Assistance Dogs Australia. Caroline was accompanied by Assistance Dog Ace, who, it is fair to say, stole the show. Caroline explained how the dogs are selected and trained, and what sort of help they provide to their humans, with the vast majority of the work being carried out by volunteers. We are looking forward to hearing the next part of the story at our June meeting, when Ace will make a return visit, this time accompanied by his ‘Dad’.

Future guest speakers will include Patrick Pickett CEO of The Queensland Pops Orchestra, and Kathleen Noonan, a well known Brisbane journalist.

Our outing in May saw many of us in gaol – fortunately only briefly.

The guided tour of Boggo Road Gaol was fascinating, including access to a cell block, complete with original graffiti and the most basic of amenities, and also an exercise yard, used in all weathers. The very well informed and entertaining guide had lots of hair raising stories to tell, with many of us remembering well some of the more recent crimes.

The Club has regular monthly coffee mornings and lunch dates, so there is usually something to fit everyone’s diary.

If you would like to discover for yourself 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. There is no charge for your first meeting and of course you are under no obligation to join. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month, starting at 1.30 pm. The venue is the Camira Friends and Neighbours Clubhouse, Bruce Lane, Camira.

Kids Club OSH Care Before and After School Care Vacation Care

MON 9.30-11.00AM

Tiny Tutus

3.45-6.00PM

Hardihood Theatre

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 3.30-5.00PM

KNECT Kids Primary (fortnightly)

5.30-7.30PM

Karate

2.00-7.00PM

Mobile Library (fortnightly)

THUR 9.30-11.00PM

Koala Joeys

6.30-7.30PM

Rhee Tae Kwon Do

6.30-8.00PM

Goodna Gymnastics

FRI 9.30-11.30AM

Playtime

9.30-11.30AM

Special Needs Disability Walking Program

6.00-9.00PM

Blue Light Disco (monthly)

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Veterinary News

by Dr Ian Gorrie BVSc

Lumps and bumps on your pets

Lumps and bumps are certainly more common, and often a little more worrisome, in older pets than younger pets. It is recommended that you check your dog and catâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bodies on a regular basis. You can check your pet by running your fingers through their coat lightly, starting with the head, back, sides, down the legs, chest and the belly. If you feel something unusual, notice a new lump or notice that a lump has changed in size and shape, we recommend that you have it looked at by your vet.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What to do You cannot tell whether a lump is a nasty cancer just by looking at it. Your veterinarian will examine the lump to see if they think it is suspicious. They will also examine your pet to see if they are healthy and if there are any other growths present. Biopsyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and removal are options if your vet is concerned and a diagnosis through testing the removed lump will determine the prognosis and enable any follow up treatment to be planned.

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

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Councillor’s Comments

by Cr Sheila Ireland (Division 9) Ph: 3810 6231 or Div9Office@ipswich.qld.gov.au I welcome the decision by Australia Post to open a post office at Orion Springfield Central, but to do so at the expense of the existing outlet at Springfield Fair Shopping Centre would be a major disservice to one of the country’s leading growth regions. I would like to see Australia Post operate both locations for at least 12 months to gauge exactly how many customers are accessing each outlet. Residents in the more established parts of Springfield should not be forced to get in their cars and drive to Orion for the small task of posting items to loved ones or paying the household bills.

Council’s $9.3 million Redbank Plains Road upgrade is now officially open. About 20,000 vehicles a day use the busy road, with a predicted increase to 27,000 vehicles a day by 2025. This major project coincides with improvement works at the adjacent Redbank Plains Recreation Reserve, which already includes a dog off-leash area, BBQs, playground equipment and a skate park.

Council will cease mandatory cat registration on 1 July this year, bringing Ipswich into line with councils in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Scenic Rim and Lockyer Valley.

As Health and Community Safety Committee Chairwoman I believe we need to look at the best way to manage the city’s cat population. This change is further recognition that pet ownership isn’t one size fits all. Council has specific regulations for all manner of animals including cats, dogs, horses and poultry, and we will continue to work with cat owners and the general community to ensure our cats are properly cared for.

I have joined my fellow Councillor David Morrison in lobbying the State and Federal governments for an urgent upgrade of the Logan Motorway interchange. The section of road where two lanes merge to one and the speed limit drops to 60km/h simply isn’t good enough for a growing suburb like Springfield and the congestion and delays are only getting worse. I look forward to keeping you updated on this very important local issue.

Greater Springfield Lions Club Update

by Jeanine Buchanan - President

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.

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Thank you to all community members who have donated beanies and scarves as we have started giving them out to the homeless and families in need.

We have been a couple of nights to the food van on Friday nights at Goodna. Wonderful people who appreciated the scarves and beanies. It was also a lot of fun to help serve the meals. We have also given some to the homeless shelter Helen’s Haven.

Don’t forget, we sell meat raffles every Friday night at the Spring Lake Hotel and would love to see you there. The money raised is put back into our local community by donating to families in need etc.

We drew the winners for our mini break raffle at the Springfield Tavern late last month. Assistant Manager Rebecca pulled the first, second and third prize winners. The winners are 1st prize - Sandra from Forest Lake, 2nd Sheila from Hillcrest and 3rd Cheyenne from Hillcrest.

We would like to thank everyone who purchased a ticket as all proceeds are going to help a young disabled girl in Springfield with a modified bathroom to assist with her care. Thanks also to the Springfield Tavern and Springlake Hotel who allowed us to sell tickets. One of the greatest joys is buying equipment for disabled children.

Would love to see you at our next dinner meeting on the second Tuesday of the month at the Springfield tavern. We have a raffle going at the moment for a family holiday to SeaWorld only $2 a ticket.

We always need new members who are committed to not only having fun, making new friends but who find joy in helping their community. You can contact us via our Facebook page or send an email to gspringfieldlions@gmail.com.

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Stage at Robelle Domain, Springfield Central Parkland When designing Robelle Domain, one thing we wanted incorporated into the park was an event space with a permanent stage. This space is known as ‘The Circle’ where major events can be held.

The Circle has been well used since Robelle Domain opened in May 2011. Last year, a large LED screen was installed to enhance the viewing of productions that are held on the stage along with the ability to screen Movies in the Park and major sports events etc.

Robelle Domain is a magnificent park and is certainly world standard and we are blessed to have Robelle Domain in Springfield Central.

‘The Circle’ at Robelle Domain has become the major event space for the City of Ipswich.

Pictured above: The stage being constructed in 2011 Pictured left: The stage in December 2015

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A message from the Mayor’s Desk

BY THE MAYOR - PAUL PISASALE This time of year in Ipswich is all about horsepower.

The drags have just left Willowbank Raceway and now we turn our attention to the city’s biggest annual party – the Ipswich Cup on Saturday, 18 June. Join us and celebrate 150 years of the cup at Ipswich Turf Club. The gallopers will make way for the grunt of the V8s and the Ipswich Supersprint at Queensland Raceway from 22 to 24 July. The action will include two V8 feature races supported by the Touring Car Masters, Aussie Racing Cars, Formula 4 and Kuhmo Touring Car Series. Tickets are available at premier.ticketek.com.au.

I encourage readers to grab their cameras and phones to capture the natural beauty of the area as part of the annual Ipswich Enviroplan Photographic Competition.

Photographers of all ages and skill levels can take part in the competition that offers more than $4,000 in cash prizes for adults and school students. This is the perfect opportunity to showcase the flora and fauna of our lakes, parks and nature reserves. Don’t forget the 2,500ha White Rock-Spring Mountain Conservation Estate is also on your doorstep! Entries close on Monday, 22 August.

For more information visit enviroplanphotocomp.com.au.

Springfield and its surrounding suburbs are among the fastest growing regions in South-East Queensland.

As a council and a community, we want to make sure everyone is warmly welcomed to their new home, so we’re hosting a special orientation tour for new residents on Sunday, 19 June. The free tour will depart council’s car park at 45 Roderick Street, Ipswich at 10am and will cover some of the city’s major attractions and facilities.

It will also provide information about significant projects and developments to cater for our booming population.

For bookings or more information visit discoveripswich. com.au/orientation.

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Update by Pat Quickfall

The first Wednesday of the month in May was our meeting day where we had guest speaker Trish from Ronald Macdonald House. They do such a lot of work and fundraising for the community which helps a lot of families with children in Hospital. Club member, Gail Munro, does a great deal of fund raising for them, so a big thank you to Gail.

On 11 May we had Trivia, so our thinking caps were on again.

We had a movie day on 18 May and watched The Last cab to Darwin. It was good movie made even better by popcorn!

Our raffle day was on 25 May which was a good morning. I am sure everyone enjoyed the morning with a lovely morning tea.

We have a good program for June with a bus trip to Killerney and one of our famous soup mornings which should be good warm us up these cold mornings.

If you’d like to join our friendly group, call me, Pat, on 3818 9343.

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