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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary receptionist Rosalie Needham meets a local.
IT’S action stations at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary with the coming Christmas school holidays expected to bring in the biggest crowds of the year. The sanctuary is the National Trust Australia (Queensland’s) crown jewel and the Gold Coast’s leading native wildlife adventure, coastal rainforest and Aboriginal experience. For the past eight years, receptionist Rosalie Needham has been the first point
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of contact for sanctuary visitors. “In my customer service role, I answer most of the incoming inquiry calls and respond to the email inquiries,” she said.
“I also look after the Adopt a Wildlife Child Program, which I love. “The wildlife hospital has grown to be one of the busiest hospitals in the world and viewing the hospital precinct is accessible seven days a week. New attractions for the school holidays include Blinky Bill’s Wildlife to the Rescue Show and the “Koala Experience” at 3.15pm daily for up to 15 people to get closer to Australia’s icon.
Coffee and alcohol hit our sleeping OLDER Australians are drinking so much coffee and alcohol that it’s damaging their already-fragile sleep, a new survey has found. An examination of sleep patterns and habits by the Sleep Health Foundation revealed consumption of caffeine and alcohol increased steadily with age. As a result, people aged over 55 were waking an average of 2.5 times each night in disruptions that affected sleep quality. The findings were concerning, given older people had a more disturbed sleep, a developmental change linked to aging, said Professor David Hillman, president of the Sleep Health Foundation, Australia’s leading national advocate for sleep health. “It seems that older people are not doing themselves any favours drinking lots of alcohol and coffee”, he said. “These are mood-altering substances which have been proven to be detrimental to a good night’s sleep,” Prof Hillman said.
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“I enjoyed being a celebrity for the day with reporters and cameramen surrounding me,” she said. “Being Cinderella and getting all of that attention was not something I thought I’d experience at 88 years of age. “It was awesome.” Mrs Mulligan said she would seriously consider future pantomime roles. “It depends on how good the role is,” she joked. Organiser Dian Wilson coordinated the pantomime, following the introduction of ballet classes run by Julie Fletcher earlier this year. “It’s ... a great opportunity for those staff involved to help put on a great show and show our residents how much they love working with them,” she said.
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Giving aged more time at lights A NSW university student has begun a campaign – called Tap and Increase the Gap – to give seniors more time to cross pedestrian crossings. She said some senior pedestrians were struggling to cross traffic intersections in the current “green man” walking time. Her campaign for safety for seniors has a national focus and presently Alessi Ilieff is concentrating on New South Wales. The initiative includes implementing a Seniors Step Card that would allow seniors more walking time. “I began the campaign on September 8 this year as
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part of a subject called ‘engagement’ at the University of New South Wales,” Ms Ilieff said. “I decided to do a campaign about pedestrian senior safety because it is an
extremely worthwhile issue, given our increasing aging population and the rise in pedestrian-motor vehicle fatalities in recent years. Ms Ilieff has generated a Wordpress blog, and Facebook and Twitter accounts for the campaign. “At the moment, I have no business plan or funding. However I am reaching out to officials and am getting slow responses,” she said. “I have emailed NSW Roads and Maritime, written a letter to the NSW Roads Minister Duncan Gay, have emailed popular and influential radio host Ben Fordam and been in
contact with NSW Roads Safety. “I have gained support, so far, mainly from my Facebook where I have a couple of hundred followers in only less than two months. “My next step is to continue to write, research and get in contact with important organisations who can really propel the campaign forward.” This mobility issue for seniors has been addressed in several cities overseas. Ms Ilieff says the Land Transport Authority in Singapore introduced a system called the Green Man Plus in 2009. This system allows elderly
people over 60 and disabled pedestrians between three and 13 seconds’ additional walking time at some intersections. “It is an initiative that could simply save lives,” Ms Ilieff said. Visit the website https://tapandincreasethegap.wordpress.com/2015/10/19/152/ to find out more. ■ What do you think ... do seniors need more time to cross safely at lights? ■ Is this an issue you would like to see progressed? ■ Drop us a line at editor@seniorsnewspaper.com.au and tell us what you think.
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THE region’s first seed library has been launched at Murwillumbah Library, enabling residents to borrow and share seeds to grow their own fruit and vegetables. Gardening experts and enthusiasts joined with the council, library and school representatives to mark the seed library, to be based at Murwillumbah Library. The library seeks to promote a sense of community sharing, sustainability and self-sufficiency. Richmond Tweed Regional Library branch technician Linda Bell said it was the third seed library of its kind in NSW and the first in the Northern Rivers region. “Almost all the seeds have been donated by gardening groups and other locals, for plants which are already grown successfully in this area,” she said. “The seeds can be borrowed for free and taken home – just like a library book – and come with instructions on how to plant and look after them. “People are encouraged to let some of the plants go to
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ABOVE: The Mt Warning Dragons practise an ancient watersport. RIGHT: Coaches Brenda Cumming Thom (left) and Jan O’Regan feed their “addiction”.
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Walter, 92, says he is a lucky survivor and carries memories of mates lost at sea
How the choice of a vessel ride home defied the enemy By JIM BOWDEN
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A LUCKY – and later heart-wrenching – decision not to board the doomed British troopship SS Ceramic in Liverpool on a winter’s day in 1942 as it prepared to travel across the North Atlantic to Australia, has haunted the mind of merchant seaman Walter Backhouse. “I still think of my mates who drowned in a frozen sea after a German U-boat fired four torpedoes into the ship’s hull and engine room at midnight on December 6,” lamented the veteran Second World War merchant seaman. He had taken the option to
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remain on the RMS Queen Mary, while his mates chose to head for Australia on the Ceramic. The memories flooded back when the 92-year-old received the Atlantic Star Medal, one of the most prestigious merchant naval awards, at a special ceremony in Tweed Heads last month. The medal recognises his service in the Battle of the Atlantic, the longest continuous military campaign in the Second
World War (1939-45). The medal was presented at a meeting of the South East Queensland Vindicatrix and Merchant Navy Mariners Association at Twin Towns Services Club. Walter recalled there was only one survivor when the Ceramic went down with a loss of 655 lives – military personnel, nurses, doctors and civilians, including women and children. Recalling the tragedy, Walter said that it had again brought focus to the many thousands of merchant seafarers and their passengers killed aboard convoy vessels – “steel coffins” – in both world wars. Walter joined the Mer-
WELL DESERVED: Walter Backhouse, 92, (left) has been awarded the Atlantic Star Medal for services in the Merchant Navy in the Battle of the Atlantic. Beside him is Len Rouhan, who also holds an Atlantic Star earned in the British Navy.
chant Navy in Sydney in 1941, shipping out on RMS Queen Mary, an ocean liner converted for war service and known as the grey ghost after the ship’s hull, superstructure and funnels were painted navy grey. Aged 18, he trained as an able seaman but not before spending many weeks peeling potatoes below decks; a task many in the merchant navy would recall. His first trip saw the transport of the Australian 8th and 9th divisions to Port
Tewfik at the base of the Suez Canal, then the transfer of Montgomery’s British Eighth Army to the Western Desert in the First Battle of El Alamein against Rommel. Walter was on the Queen Mary in December 1942 when she carried more than 16,000 American soldiers from New York to Scotland, a standing record for the most passengers ever transported on one vessel. Today, Walter enjoys life at his Banora Point home and
mixing with his mates at the local RSL club. He lost his wife Marie six years ago and says he still misses her dreadfully. They met at a dance at Sydney’s Paddington Town Hall when he returned home from war service. “She was beautiful,” Walter said. “My daughter visits me often from Sydney. She’s the image of Marie.” Walter also has a son and two grandchildren living in the Tweed area. “We’re all one happy family ...”
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Historical body marks 30th year LAND OF WATTLE
■ Australia is known as the land of the wattle. ■ About 950 different species of wattle grow throughout the country and are distinctive with their yellow floral display.
Tweed Heads Historical Society committee members Lynne Maddalena (left) and Betty McKenzie.
supplied the tree and had Pioneer Park all looking shipshape for the day.” Inaugural president of the society Warren Keats planted the tree and gave a short account of the beginnings of the organisation. The first day of September
each year has been National Wattle Day since 1992. But Joan has found many look on August 1 as Wattle Day. “(Former PM) Paul Keating changed it to September 1,” she said. “The wattle doesn’t flower in Canberra until September. Ours comes out in July.” Researcher Sue Mills said Wattle Day was a uniquely Australian event. “Such a simple thing meant so much to folks,” she said. “It was a very patriotic day for children in schools. “They would have assembly, the flag would go up, they’d sing the anthem and The Wattle Song.”
SHELBY police in North Carolina are renewing their efforts to enrol more senior residents into their “Are You OK?” program. It’s an automated system that calls senior residents who live alone or have disabilities between the hours of 7-9am. Warner Cable News reports if the calls go unanswered or if they get busy signals three times in a row, the police department will contact a family member or neighbour. If those designated contacts don’t know why the person isn’t picking up, police can check on them. “This is one that is near and dear to our hearts, because it does reach people and help people who may not have finances to get other programs or pay for programs,” said Shelby PD supervisor Amy Fredell. She said about 35 people had been enrolled, and they
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All Things Legal?
Hard yakka’s key to Doug’s big win
BUT WAIT THERE’S MORE... It seems that the methods of selling products have not changed much in the past 20 years. Those of us who are old enough to remember will recall the advertisements offering to sell various products with the inevitable “but wait there’s more”. It was very popular to throw in a set of steak knives as an inducement to buy the usually “cheap” product on your TV. Although the advertising methods have become more sophisticated, the advertisers have not restricted their inducements to steak knives. Indeed, recent advertisements selling funeral plans have “thrown in” free Will kits as an inducement for people to take out a policy for funeral expenses.
ANY keen gardener knows that a plant-based pastime can be hard yakka. Worongary retiree Doug Ferguson won an award for exactly that in the DJ Stringer Community Garden Competition 2015, Gold Coast, Tweed region. As well as putting in a fair bit of hard yakka, Doug also chose yukka plants to dress up the terraces in his garden. Most of his sloping twoacre property is terraced. Yukkas take pride of place, together with an avenue of lilly pillies, cacti and climbing passionfruit. Doug grows natives that are drought-tolerant. The terraces were empty when he bought the property three years ago. “It fell into place as I went along,” he said. “You’ve got to have the right structure in place, including quality soil and thick mulch, and that will reduce weeds, and have the
We have no argument with people taking out cover for their funeral, but we do have an issue with offering “free Will kits” as part of the sales process for a funeral plan. A Will is a very important and serious document that requires careful consideration and must be drafted and signed in a certain way in order for it to be “legal”. Although there have been recent decisions of the Courts verifying Wills that have been done on iPhones, videos and other unusual modes, the fact remains that in Australia, there are minimum legal requirements for a Will to be accepted as “legal”. Briefly, those requirements are as follows:• It should revoke all previous Wills; • It should appoint a personal representative or executor; • It should accurately set out the assets of the deceased and to whom the estate is to be left; • If applicable, it should make alternative provisions in case intended beneficiaries predecease the Will maker; • The Will needs to be in legible writing or typeface. It should be properly signed by the Will maker and witnessed by two adult witnesses who are not beneficiaries in the Will; • There are also technical requirements in relation to how and when the Will is signed in the presence of the witnesses. Although these may seem like fairly standard requirements that most people should be able to comply with, unfortunately there is a very high percentage of “DIY Wills” that are rendered invalid due to them not complying with these basic requirements. You could find that the “DIY Will” is completely invalid and the Court will approve a previous Will done by the deceased. Alternatively, they may die “intestate” which could even result in the estate passing to the Government.
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garden irrigated. “That’s the key to the whole thing. “Drought-tolerant plants are easy to look after. “I’ve never used fertiliser – it’s costly to use. I like things to be neat and tidy. It’s a bit of an obsession, I suppose. It keeps your mind active.” The resident wallabies nibbled on several dozen plants before Doug worked out what they wouldn’t eat. Forty gardeners entered, from Worongary to Potts-
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When age is all in your mind
Seniors are dipping into their super to give the kids a home
IF YOU want to be happy in your retirement years, the advice from Forbes Business Magazine is: don’t retire – at least not in the traditional sense. The magazine’s lifestyle writers say that among the men and women they know who have reached that elusive finish line, those who spent extensive periods of time puttering around on
THE surge in house prices is forcing about 15% of retirees – one in seven – to dip into their superannuation funds to help their children buy their first home, according to a survey by superannuation fund REST Industry Super. The survey of 1000 working Australians aged 50 and over found that nearly three-quarters planned to help out their adult children financially, by drawing down from their superannuation balances. Of these, more than a fifth (21%) said they would draw down on their super to help their children pay a deposit on their first home. An even higher proportion – nearly a third of retirees – said any inheritance they received would be passed on to their children to help them get on to the property ladder, given the recent surges in house values. In ten years, property prices have risen 57%; leaving many sidelined.
SOME ACHIEVERS WHO MADE IT LATER IN LIFE
■ Colonel Sanders was 66 when he made it big with Kentucky Fried Chicken ■ Frank McCourt, author of Angela’s Ashes, didn’t take up writing until he was 65 ■ Grandma Moses, renowned American folk artist, began painting in her 70s ■ Sheldon Harnick, Fiddler on the Roof lyricist and Broadway legend, is still working on new shows at 91
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We want to hear your opinions CALLING all seniors who have an opinion and would like to share your views with other like-minded Seniors’ readers. We want to hear what you have to say. We are devoting two pages in each of our five publications – Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay, Brisbane, the Gold Coast/Tweed and Toowoomba – to let you have your say in your new Seniors’ Newspaper letters
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to the editor columns. You might want to give someone a pat on the back for being neighbourly and helpful or put your view on something you feel strongly about. You can email us with your letter to the editor; you can
withhold your name and use a nom de plume instead if you wish (but we will need your name and contact details to verify authenticity and in case we need to contact you). Keep your letters to no more than 150 words in length please. Go on, start writing to: editor@seniorsnewspaper.com.au.
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Older folks learning to code
MANY young people – and those well into their eighties – are learning to code. Coding is what drives computer applications from websites to games, from refrigerators to jet fighters. And demand for coders continues to grow as more and more day-to-day activities rely on algorithms to function. The coding community numbers hundreds of millions yet you would be lucky to find more than a token number of schools in Australia that teach it or perhaps even know about it. I plan to change that in my voluntary capacity ... and I
invite seniors to join in. If you have an interest and believe you can participate, I would like to hear from you. I show kids how to code using a fantastic free online application such as Scratch. Today there are millions of Scratch users around the world ranging in age from six to 86 (and probably older). Scratch is a great first step on the coding journey but it also trains the brain in ways purpose-built applications only dream about. You can start playing with Scratch by simply going to the website at http:// scratch.mit.edu and selecting create. By logging in,
you can immediately join the Scratch community. There is a growing demand for facilitators as well, so if you would like to lend your expertise then please get in touch and I will organise classes to give you the necessary skills or lead you to a group in your area doing something similar. Please feel free to visit my website http://codingaustralia.com where there are links and lots of free resources. And please send me an email via the icon in the footer if you would like to know more.
– Keith Wilson, Retired schoolteacher, Bargara.
AMA welcomes age care’s return to health portfolio THE Australian Medical Association welcomes the Federal Government’s decision to return responsibility for aged care to the health portfolio. Aged care has been missing the public and political focus it deserves in recent times. It is vital that the health needs of older Australians are considered as a key component of the broader health policy debate, and it is fitting that aged care is back with the Health Minister. Caring for older Australians, whether they live in residential aged care or independently in their own homes, is an integral part of medical practice. Most older Australians have longstanding relationships with their GP, who is best placed to determine which services will work best for their patient. Early medical assessment is critical in ensuring that older Australians receive the appropriate support to maintain their level of independence before their so-
POSITIVE: AMA president Professor Brian Owler.
cial and health situation deteriorates. Including the clinical opinion of a patient’s usual treating doctor in the assessment of their care needs, and formulating the care package, should be normal practice. It is currently an optional extra. We also need to see improved processes to allow doctors to manage the provision of straightforward care, such as wound care,
for older people still living in their own homes. The aged care sector must be able to provide the level and quality of medical, nursing, and allied health services required to meet the needs of our aging population. The AMA looks forward to engaging with Health Minister Sussan Ley on aged care policy priorities. – AMA president, Professor Brian Owler.
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Saying thanks to grandparents most valuable assets. Grandparent’s Day is an opportunity for Queenslanders of all ages to join together and celebrate the valuable contribution of grandparents. It is also an occasion to acknowledge the efforts and devotion of grandparents who are fulltime carers for their grandchildren. This year Grandparent’s Day was celebrated on Sunday, October 25, with the theme ‘Celebrate your Special Connection’. Queensland was the first
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Clarifying the age pension
THE rate at which your Age Pension is paid depends on a number of factors: whether you qualify for a full or part age pension, your level of income and assets and whether you earn money which can be considered exempt under the Work Bonus Scheme. Your age pension payment is calculated against both the asset and income tests and you are paid the lower rate of the two. The rate of a full age pen-
sion, including pension supplement and the energy supplement, is $867 a fortnight for singles and $653.50 for each eligible member of a couple. This is valid until indexation on March 20, 2016. Under the income test, your pension payment is reduced by 50 cents for every $1 of assessable income over the limit to qualify for a full age pension, which for singles is $160 a fortnight. If you have assessable in-
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valued. Which is why we have supported the Council of Grandparents, by creating awareness about this important celebration. Grandparent’s Day is a way of saying “thank you” to all grandparents and acknowledging the valuable role they play in enhancing and supporting families and communities across Queensland.
– Coralee O’Rourke, Minister for Disability Services, Minister for Seniors, and Minister Assisting the Premier on North Queensland.
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come over $1880.40 a fortnight you lose your age pension. Your age pension is cut by $1.50 a fortnight for every $1000 you go over the limit for a full age pension. The work bonus, which was introduced in 2009, is designed to encourage people to work past the qualifying age for the age pension. Under the work bonus, the first $250 of income per fortnight derived from employment is exempt from the income test.
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vember 7, 2010 to recognise the important contribution grandparents made to Queensland families and communities. This year schools and community groups across the state held events to celebrate the special connection between grandparents, their families and the community. The Palaszczuk government understands the importance of investing in seniors, to ensure their wealth of knowledge and expertise continues to be
COTA Australia is looking for consumers and carers to be involved in a lived experience advisory panel for a new and exciting project. Over two years, the project will develop and adapt tools, methodology and a platform for consumer engagement across the aged-care system. If you or someone you care for has received sup-
port from an aged-care provider, in in-homebased support, aged care (nursing) home or an aged respite service, we are keen to hear from you. See http://www.cota.org.au/australia/requests/consumers-carersneeded-for-lived-experience-advisory-panel. aspx.
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I AM frustrated with property developers building large houses and not considering people who want or need to downsize. I have a three-bedroom house and want to downsize to a oneor two-bedroom home with a little garden for a decent price; not for the same cost as my current home. The over 50s developments have either three bedroom or two with study or one bedroom and no garden to look after. One of these developments had one-bedroom homes with garden but the washing machine was in the lounge room; I assume in a cupboard, but that wouldn’t stop the noise of the machine. I have heard of small houses overseas and other states but not in Queensland. Secondly, I am disappointed that no discount is given to those on a senior’s card, for water or rates. My power company, public transport, motor vehicle registration etc. give discounts so why can’t the council and water supplier?
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community news Marking Aboriginal reburials THE Gold Coast and Hinterland Historical Society is the venue for a very important event on Sunday, November 15, 2015 from 11am to 2.30pm in the grounds of the Society’s Museum at 8 Elliott St, Surfers Paradise. The occasion will recognise the discovery in 1965 of a traditional Aboriginal burial ground at Broadbeach containing the remains of more than 150 people. The remains were returned to
the local Aboriginal community and re-buried close to the original site. The function will feature cultural heritage experts and several of the people involved in the original excavations in the 1960s and the re-burials in 1988. This will be of great interest to many. Lunch provided. Call Michael Aird on 0417 760 160 or email michael@kpress.com.au. Cost is $25.
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Come along to Robina for fun THE National Seniors Robina branch is enjoying high numbers of members participating in the branch outings and especially the quarterly members-free barbecues held at Burleigh. The branch has a very stable and enthusiastic committee ensuring members voices are heard both within the branch and inm government.
Come along and join us for morning tea, have meaningful conversations and hear from guest speakers on a range of topics. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Robina Community and Library Centre, Robina Town Centre Dr, Robina, starting at 10am. Phone Dagmar on 5559 2717.
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We’ll meet in the Secret Garden It’s a friendly Burleigh/Palm Beach club with a lovely VIEW THE AOOB Twin Towns branch monthly meetings are held on the first Friday of the month at South Tweed Sports Club, Tweed
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VIEW women walk to combat poverty VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) is Australia’s largest women’s volunteer organisation, focused on helping vulnerable young Australians succeed in their education through their support of national children’s education charity, The Smith Family. About 30 members from the eight Gold Coast VIEW Clubs walked 3km to support Anti-Poverty Week on Thursday, October 22, from the Burleigh Surf Life Saving Club to Hedges Av and back. AntiPoverty Week – a national initiative stemming from the UN’s annual International Anti-Poverty Day – aims to strengthen public understanding of poverty and encourage local discussion and action aimed at addressing the problem. There are 17,000 VIEW members right around Australia who are fundraising and volunteering for The Smith Family. We aim
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Banora Point Probus puts out welcome mat BANORA Point Probus Club is a friendly mixed club for retirees. The club members meet on the fourth Monday of the month at 9.45am for 10.15am start in the South Tweed Sports Club.
The club said visitors were welcome to attend meetings and outings. Guest speaker for November will be a representative from the NRMA in Lismore who will address the meeting on the subject of
safe driving on our roads. The meeting will start at 9.45am to allow our speaker an hour to deliver his informative message. Enquiries phone Bae at 07 5590 9738 or Google our web site Banora Point Probus.
Calling members for new seniors’ branch THE call has gone out for potential members of a new branch of the national seniors’ group. John Worrall, zone chairman of the Gold Coast zone of National Seniors and president of the Robina branch wants to start a new branch based in Broadbeach. He said he was looking for people who might be interested in joining the group. The first meeting will be
held at the Broadbeach Bowls Club at 169 Surf Pde (Cnr of Armrick Av) at 9.30am on Wednesday, November 18. The guest speaker is from the Department of Fair Trading, who will speak on scams and protection. “We will have morning tea ... and some of us will enjoy lunch together after the meeting,” Mr Worrall said. “Usually on the fourth Wednesday of each
month we enjoy a social activity somewhere locally, either a barbecue, a bus trip, a river cruise or Broadwater cruise, or a cinema visit. “I am willing to chair the first meeting of this new branch and would hope that we could elect a president, secretary, treasurer and vice-president at that meeting.” Phone 0478 064 529 or e mail on jbworrall@hotmail.com.
Top guest speakers at Kingscliff Probus KINGSCLIFF Mixed Probus Club holds its meetings in the Uniting Church Hall, Kingscliff, on the first Wednesday of each month
at 9.45am and outings take place on the third Wednesday of the month. Interesting guest speakers feature at the club’s meet-
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RACQ gives talk BURLEIGH Waters Probus Club has interesting guest speakers each month. At the last meeting Karina from the RACQ, brought members up to date with road rule changes, especially with respect to roundabouts and merging. During October the members enjoyed a tasty smorgasbord lunch at Danny’s Restaurant at Coolangatta-Tweed Golf Club. The Walking Group had a pleasant and interesting
walk around Burleigh Headland. Chris, Bill, David and Carolyn won the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers Association annual golf day, with Chris and Carolyn also picking up the longest drive prizes. Retired or semi-retired men are invited to club meetings on the third Monday of each month at 10am in the Burleigh Waters Community Centre, 131 Christine Ave Burleigh
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Time to nominate your Australia Day hero now DO YOU know someone who truly makes the Gold Coast a better place? If you do, now’s the time to nominate them for a City of Gold Coast Australia Day Award. Mayor Tom Tate is urging the community to consider people or groups who are worthy of recognition for helping to make our city a better place to live. “This annual awards program recognises and honours the outstanding achievement of individuals and groups within our community,” he said. “Whether it’s a sporting, environmental or cultural endeavour, we want to know about it!” This awards ceremony will be very different with the January 14, 2016 event to be an evening cocktail function at Q1. The Awards are offered in the following six categories: ■ Gold Coast Citizen of the Year – outstanding members of the community for their personal endeavours, achievements and community input. ■ Gold Coast Young Citizen of the Year – young ci-
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Probus birthday lunch A GREAT time was had by all who attended the 28th birthday luncheon of the Burleigh Heads Ladies Probus Club held recently at the Lake Front Bistro on The Boulevard at Carrara. Wine and good food provided the atmosphere for lots of fun. At the luncheon Julia was presented with her ten-year pin by the club’s president Glenda. The table decorations were beautifully presented, with flowers purchased by Jocelyn and Erin, our entertainment officers. The ladies’ club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at the Burleigh Heads Surf Lifesaving Club commencing at 10.30am and it arranges a
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Probus members at the birthday luncheon.
bus trip on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Ladies, we would love to
have you join us at one of our meetings to experience the friendship provided by
our members. Please call Pam on 5525 2928 for more information.
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THE Surfer’s Paradise VIEW Club members hold itheir meetings and lunch on the second Tuesday of each month at the Southport Golf Club. Meeting at 11.30 am for lunch at noon. There are always an interesting guest
PAPUA New Guinea Club Gold Coast invite members and guests to our 2015 Christmas party to be held at the Southport Golf Club on Tuesday, December 1, from noon onwards. Cost is $35 per person with
roast turkey or baked honey ham on the menu followed by Christmas pudding or summer trifle. For bookings and further information please phone Barbara Parker on 5530 7918.
ing guest speakers. Social events have been planned for the fourth Wednesday of each month. For further information please phone Dawn on (07) 5520 4650.
Coastal Machine Knitters WE are a group of ladies and gentlemen who enjoy machine knitting and meet at The Franklin Craft Centre in Mudgeeraba from February to November. Visitors are welcome and help is given to beginners and those coming back to the craft after time away. Our members have recently been saddened by the passing of Mrs Kath Moore
who started this group sixteen years ago. Kath’s leadership, kindness, helpful advice and vast knowledge will be greatly missed and her family are very much in our thoughts. In the new year we look forward to seeing old and new friends at our first meeting on February 8. Please phone 5537 1436 for further information.
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speaker. New members and visitors are most welcome. For an opportunity to meet new friends and join in our social activities and really enjoyable outings, please contact Nancy on 5592 6730 or 0421 639 574.
BURLEIGH North Combined Probus Club invites visitors to join our friendly club at 10am on the second Wednesday of each month for our meeting, morning tea and a variety of interest-
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Lions club to the rescue
THE Burleigh Heads Lions Club members always have their ear to the ground when it comes to groups with a need and president Ross paid a surprise visit to the Never Alone Friendship Centre recently and presented them with a cheque for $500 to assist them in re-establishing themselves as an important community service. In accepting the cheque, and thanking the president, Never Alone chairman, Neville Free acknowledged the work that the Lions did for the community and said that the money would, one way or another, be returned to the community through the work the
BROADBEACH Ladies Probus Club meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 9.30am at Kurrawa Surf Club, Broadbeach. Complimentary morning tea. Come along and join us, or phone Patricia on 5575 5284 or Christa on 5575 5045 for more information.
centre did in addressing the needs of those who felt lonely, isolated or just wanted some sort of social life. The centre’s activities are varied and the need for suitable equipment, rent, catering and assisting the guests with entertainment or an occasional outing puts a strain on their resources so the money is really appreciated by the centre Information about the centre can be obtained by calling 5562 2993.
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Lions president Ross presents a cheque to chairman Neville, accompanied by some of the Never Alone group.
QCWA South Eastern Division introduces Country Kitchens COUNTRY Kitchens, an exciting three-year project which aims to improve the health of Queenslanders, is the result of innovative thinking by the QCWA and generous funding from the Queensland Government. Lucky QCWA South-Eastern members were the first to receive a “preview” visit
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from the CK team’s leaders at Coomera. Expert dietitians Fiona McKenzie and Bella Maugeri explained that the team would visit at least 80 communities throughout the state, develop healthy catering guidelines, and a healthy cookbook and, more importantly, work
with local CWA groups to build capacity in our communities to promote healthier eating. Based on local needs, activities could include running a healthy recipe competition, establishing a community garden at the school, advocating for healthier choices in local
shops, supporting local food growers, and working with local councils to promote healthy lifestyles. The project was launched in October and has its own Facebook page, QCWA Country Kitchens. For more information email Kathryn on knrussell@bigpond.com
Varsity Lakes Probus Club THE Probus Club of Varsity Lakes, the fun club to be in, meets in the morning every third Wednesday of each month at the New Community Centre, Robina Town Centre. For more details contact Kathy Nicholson on 0414 714 103.
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Tweed News Computer courses, beginner to advanced THE computer club is located in the South Tweed Sports Club, 4 Minjungbal Dr South Tweed. Assistance is offered to people wishing to obtain their first computer with courses from absolute beginners to more advanced. The tutors
work on a voluntary basis and get fulfilment from passing on their knowledge to help others using the PCs and Apple Mac computers. People can join at any time but if they require more direct information they can attend the next sign-on day
on Friday, January 29, 2016 from 11am to 1pm. Further information about the club can be obtained by visiting the club’s website at http://www.tact.org.au or by contacting Jenny on 07 5524 3057.
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Camaraderie at NSA Twin Towns branch THE Gold Coast South – Twin Towns branch of the National Servicemen’s Association of Australia, serving from Tallebudgera to The Tweed, will hold its next general meeting on Sunday, November 22. At
10am in the RSL SubBranch Anzac Room of the Twin Towns Services Club. If you served in any forces of the Commonwealth between 1951 -1972 then why not join us and rekindle the camaraderie you experienced
during your service. We also have a full social program and new members are always welcome to attend. For further information contact: Tom Hughes Public officer on 07 5513 0665.
Do you know about Shuffleboard? SHUFFLEBOARD is for all ages. Many people mistakenly think it is a board game. Shuffleboard is a fun and friendly outdoor sport played on courts under shade cover. It is a gentle exercise for both mind and body. We encourage people of all ages – from seniors to grandchildren to take part. All equipment is supplied free of charge and
an experienced player will teach you the rules of play. Free parking is available. The first morning is free, future mornings are $5 for non members or $4 for members including morning tea, children are free. There is no need to be bored or lonely; we are always pleased to welcome visitors and new members. So come along and say
g’day to us. Days of play are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at Elanora and Thursday at Coolangatta from 9.30am to 12pm [Qld time] Elanora Club is at end of Pines Lane exit 92 from north or south M1 highway, Coolangatta is on the 3rd floor of The Strand, Griffith St. Please phone Fay on 5575 9203.
Members enjoying a serene visit to Chung Tian Temple.
RECENTLY the Sorrento Probus group on the Gold Coast undertook another very interesting outing to the Chung Tian Buddhist Temple and Pagoda in Logan. Here we learnt about the temple’s spiritual teachings on a guided tour in beautiful, relaxing surroundings. Sorrento Probus is an ac-
tive mixed club, engaging in the probus philosophy of fun, friendship and fellowship – come and join us! Our social outings include bus trips to great places, movies, breakfasts, barbecues and picnics. Meetings with excellent speakers and lunch on second Thursday of each month at the Southport
Bowls Club, 10am. Sorrento Probus has been collecting donations of food and goods for the drop-in centre in Surfers Paradise and members will shortly share in breakfast there. Contact Pamela 5537 7790 or Doreen 5526 6126 for more information. You will be made very welcome.
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Tweed News Seniors welcome with range of activities
Tweed Valley Jazz Club not just jazz TWEED Valley Jazz Club Inc is a registered, not-for-profit, organisation. First established in 1996, the club is a centre in Murwillumbah for popular music going back to the 1920s and earlier. Live music is the number one consideration played by some of the best musicians in various bands from all around southeast Queensland and Northern NSW. Despite the name, the club is no hardcore jazz club. The music on offer every month can certainly be lively for dancers to enjoy and the range of tunes comes from great dance bands from the ‘40s such as Glen Miller through la-
ter numbers often recognised as scores from film and stage. The music is not only instrumental but showcases many talented and well known local vocalists with repertoires including some of the loveliest ballads ever written. There is no specific age range for TVJC members or visitors – suffice it to say the average age would be close to 60. A happy, friendly collection of people who share enjoyment of music that often brings back memories and gets the feet tapping even if not dancing. The club meets at Condong Bowling Club on the last Friday of each
month starting from 6.3010.30pm during NSW daylight saving time with two intervals. Meals and a bar service are available through the bowling club. There is plenty of off street parking. Annual membership is just $15 single or $25 double with admission on music nights $10 members and $15 for visitors – who are very welcome. Contact a committee member, President David Lintern (02 6679 5551), Secretary Marlene Downing (02 6664 7395) or vice-president Peter Hurcombe (02 6677 9371). www.Tweedvalley jazzclub.org email:tweed valleyjazzclub1@gmail.
Club celebrates 26th birthday
THE Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre for 50 and Over Seniors welcomes all Gold Coast and Tweed residents and visitors. The centre has a large range of activities including, bingo, sequence dancing (incl. lessons), broadband for seniors with free computer lessons, card games, choir group, indoor bowls, Knit and Natter, Craft and Chatter, light exercises, line dancing, Mah Jong, meditation, Qigong, rock’n’roll
(including lessons) Spanish lessons, snooker and eight ball, social table tennis, Tai Chi, yoga, monthly bus trips, free monthly variety concerts, hairdresser and beautician, free Wii interactive sports on big screen. Our next free monthly concert will be on Monday November 30 at 1pm Queensland time, and will feature the Dixi Jazz Band. This multi-talented group of local professional musicians will enthral you as
they play and sing traditional jazz tunes. We can assure everyone of another wonderful afternoon of entertainment so we do hope you can come along. BYO lunch/nibbles, tea /coffee available. For enquiries, events brochure and concert bookings (recommended), please phone 07 5536 4050 or visit the Centre at 2 Gerrard Street, Coolangatta.
Tweed Hospital Auxiliary fete raises $20,000
THE Tweed Hospital Auxiliary held a successful annual fete on October 9 and 10. The fete raised approximately $20,000 which will go towards purchasing equipment for the Tweed Hospital. The next major fundraising event will be our Christmas raffle. The first prize is a giant Christmas stocking, plus other
prizes. Tickets are $2 each and will be on sale at clubs and shopping centres around the Tweed from Monday, November 9. Raffle will be drawn at the Tweed Heads Bowls Club on the afternoon on Friday December 18. A craft stall will be held at the Pines Shopping Centre on Thursday November 19 between
8am and 4pm Qld time. This stall has beautiful handmade gifts. Great gifts for Christmas. Bingo sessions are held every Sunday from 1pm NSW time at the Tweed Heads Bowls club, with cash prizes. Proceeds go to the Tweed Hospital Auxiliary to purchase necessary equipment for the Tweed Hospital.
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an exhibition of swing dancing. The evening ended with some old-fashioned rock’n’roll dancing by the members. Our club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Tweed
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Halcyon wins bowls challenge
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HALCYON Waters Resort wins Jack Arnott Memorial Cup Lawn Bowls Championship 2015, worthy winners of the Gold Division. They defeated Sea Change in an entertaining match played at Ruby Gardens Resort. Skip, Keith Rice, led his team suffering with a broken bone in his ankle a great effort. Wendy Morrin led her triples team which added to the success on the day. Wendy won the player of the Year Award for 2015. Congratulations to the whole team. Runners up Sea Change performed well all year and I do not think it will be long before we see their name on the trophy. Sea Change will be hoping he will be available next year. The Silver Division was won by a very good team in Ruby Gardens. They won through to the final in beating Lewani Palms 2 in the semi-finals and defeated Palm Lakes Eagleby in the final, an excellent win in the Silver Division for 2015. Sea Change is hosting the 2016 Challenge which commences in April with a few changes in the format. See you on the carpet. - Winston Cartmell
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A pair of Royal Spoonbills THIS pair of Royal Spoonbills was snapped at Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area on the Gold Coast. Photo by Donna Mroz Turcic.
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AGED care decisions, whether they are for yourself, a spouse or a family member, are complex and the choices people face are far more diverse than simply stay at home or move into an aged care facility. The statistics clearly show that the majority of people who receive aged care services are not living in permanent residential aged care. Did you know there are more than 1 million people in Australia who receive aged care services and support, only around 200,000 receive care in an aged care facility. Staggeringly, the number of people expected to be receiving aged care in 2050 is estimated to be 3.5 million! While the government estimates that ½ of all women and 1/3 of men who reach the age of 65 will live in residential aged care at some time, for many people the move to residential aged care is not the first move they make to seek assistance with their care needs. There are many alternatives, and it is not uncommon for people seeking care and companionship to enter into living arrangements that are not regarded as formal aged care. For example, following the death of a partner a parent may
move in with children, or vice versa, and in doing so, perhaps unknowingly, establish a granny flat right or a life interest in the property. Similarly, the inability to maintain the family home and the social isolation that can come from the death of a spouse or reduced mobility often leads to a decision to move to an over 55’s community or retirement village. Of course if the decision is made to move to residential aged care, that doesn’t necessarily mean that the decisions become easier. The price you will pay and the way in which you pay it can impact on your pension entitlement, tax, your estate planning wishes and even the cost of care itself. Aged care choices are complex, they span a number of different legal and financial arrangements each with their own tips and traps associated with them. Like most things in life, there is no “right”, “wrong” or “best” answer that suits everybody. It will come down to an individual’s preferences. What is important is that you make informed choices, that you understand the legal and financial arrangements, what accommodation, care and services you
will be provided, when you will need move from one type of care to another, what it will cost, the impacts on your pension and other government entitlements, likely tax consequences and the effect on your estate planning wishes. Specialist advice is needed – that’s what we are here for. Julie Lockeridge CFP ®, Dip. FP Principal Adviser / Aged Care Specialist, Authorised Representative. Phone: 07 5597 5550 Email: admin@lfa.net.au Julie Lockeridge and the Lockeridge Financial Advisory Pty Ltd is an authorised representatives of Meritum Financial Group Pty Ltd ABN 93 106 888 215, Australian Financial Services Licence 245569. Level 15, 60 Albert Rd, South Melbourne, VIC 3205. Any advice in this publication is of a general nature only and has not been tailored to your personal circumstances. Please seek personal advice prior to acting on this information. The information in this document reflects our understanding of existing legislation, proposed legislation, rulings etc as at the date of issue.
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All things legal: Contesting wills – it’s just not cricket THE voice of cricket and former Australian cricket captain Richie Benaud has had a claim made against his estate by his first wife and son. Most Australians would know Richie’s wife, Daphne, who has been made a household name along with her former husband, no doubt fuelled by the comedic genius of Billy Birmingham and his 12th Man recordings. However, Richie’s first wife Marcia and one of his sons have brought proceedings in the NSW Supreme Court, seeking particulars of the estate assets from wife Daphne and making a claim against the estate. They were divorced in 1967. The case follows a string of recent high-profile families where disgruntled family members have contested the will and ended up in court. Some examples: ■ The family of Mary Gaudron, former High Court judge, was recently involved in court proceedings. ■ Justice Byrne of the Supreme Court Qld contested the will of his parent in recent proceedings. ■ Ex-NSW Premier Neville Wran – his family are involved in a huge Supreme Court matter involving millions of dollars. The fact that the claims involve legal families, including judges – as well as savvy and high-profile personalities such as Richie Benaud – shows that no family is immune from these types of claims being brought by disgruntled family members. Contesting a will can happen to any family. It highlights the fact that there are problems and different situations in all types
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based at Amberley, near Ipswich. In 1969 I went to Vietnam and was stationed at Phan Rang airbase. I flew in the bombing missions in Canberra aircraft. “My hearing loss came from the bombings and the aircraft noise. I think most veterans coming off aircraft would have lost some hearing over the course of their life.” Following his retirement, and some gentle encouragement from his wife, Greg had his hearing checked by Australian Hearing in Robina and was soon fitted with hearing aids. “It makes a hell of a difference! The hearing aids have taken my hearing back to the way it was years ago.” “My wife Robyn is a lot happier. I can also com-
Greg Duncombe encourages other veterans to take care of their hearing.
municate better with my children and grandchildren.” “You get to the stage where you gain access to conversations again and your contact with other people is
much better. Now I can actually hear the words correctly again so I can understand and join in.” Greg has some sound advice for anyone who may be suffering with hearing problems. “It’s one of those things that should have been done years ago but as a male, it’s one of those things you don’t get help for, like your prostate. “It’s a waste not doing something about your hearing. Just taking the first step to get help is the hard part, but it’s worthwhile,” adds Greg. Australian Hearing provides free hearing checks to the community and encourages veterans and their families to find out what government funded services and devices may be available to them. Call 131 797 or visit www.hearing.com.au
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MORE than 80 members and guests enjoyed a sumptuous All Pink High Tea hosted by Queensland Country Women’s Association Mermaid Beach on Wednesday, October 14. The annual event celebrated the United Nation’s International Rural Women’s Day and the Breast Cancer Network of Australia (BCNA) and proceeds were shared between the Queensland CWA Rural Crisis Fund and BCNA. A gift basket with 112 handcrafted tote bags and more than 50 turbans and tissue holders was presented to Lee Seery, a breast cancer survivor and founder of the Oxenford Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group. “It’s wonderful how generous everyone is with their time and love. When I had breast surgery I was offered a garbage bag and a pillow case for my drainage bag – these tote bags and turbans are so much more stylish and much appreciated,” said Lee Seery.
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Traditional, modern KL City night lights of Kuala Lumpur. The hustle and bustle of Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown.
Where: Kuala Lumpur What: Capital city of Malaysia, colloquially known as KL. Why: An interesting mix of Malaysian, Chinese and Indian cultures, where the traditional and the modern live side by side. Any easy eight-hour flight from Brisbane.
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cious barbequed chicken wings and traditionally roasted meats are all on offer. SLEEP The Swiss Inn in Chinatown is literally in the heart of all the action. A simple, but clean hotel, room and breakfast is available at a reasonable rate. Other budget hotel options include Hotel Sentral, Pacific Express Hotel and Hotel Transit. DO If you are prepared to walk and take public transport such
as the very convenient light rail system, there are lots of attractions that can be easily (and cheaply) accessed in Kuala Lumpur. In addition to Petaling Street market, there is also Kuala Lumpur Central market which has a great array of traditional arts and crafts, food stalls and tourist souvenirs. KL also boasts some amazing architecture ranging from Islamic influenced buildings such as the Kuala Lumpur Railway Station and Jamke Mosque, colo-
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Resurrection at the Cross
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El Alamein Fountain, Kings Cross, or Potts Point.
I’M SURE many of you remember the “good old days” around the King’s Cross area. Growing up in Sydney, as teenagers we would occasionally ignore parental advice and drive the Morris Minor through Macleay St and Darlinghurst Rd to gawk at all the weirdo types as if they came from another planet. If we had enough money, we’d stop in at the old El Rocco, a subterranean cave where great jazz musicians like Don Burrows and George Golla performed regularly. In other words, King’s Cross was a place that most suburbanites would go for a naughty time out, “but wouldn’t want to live there”. Of course it’s all had to change. Rising inner-city property prices have seen to that. Not only has there been a big clean-up of the streets and the “undesirables”, but liquor laws now force bottle shops to close
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Singapore offers holiday magic By ALLAN BLACKBURN
THERE are many exciting cities on this planet – New York, London, Paris and Rome to name a few. None is as vibrant, energetic and lively as Singapore. Situated at the crossroads of the East, Singapore has one of the busiest ports in the world. Its international airport rates are the very best. It has the biggest ferris wheel and one of the most unusual hotels. Its mass transit system would be difficult to beat. All of this in an island country with a population of about 5.5 million in an area of 700 square kilometres – one third the size of the Australian Capital Territory. Singapore was founded as a British trading colony in 1819 by Stamford Raffles. It joined the Malaysian Federation in 1963 but sep-
arated two years later and became independent. It has since become one of the world’s most prosperous countries. In 2015 it celebrates 50 years of independence. Many older Australians remember the dark days during the Second World War when Japanese forces controlled the island. Changi prisoner of war camp was notorious for the harsh treatment handed out to Allied and Malayan soldiers. Today, Changi is the name of Singapore’s main airport. While not among the busiest, Changi certainly takes the prize as the best. It has three passenger terminals, each with outstanding facilities. While waiting for a flight you can take a shower, work out in a gym, watch movies for free, take a free sightseeing bus ride, let the kids play in
the kid’s zone or stroll around the many duty-free shops. Access to the city is a breeze on the MRT – mass rapid transit – a train system that is efficient and easy to use as well as being extremely economical. Trains on the MRT run every few minutes. Unlike Australian train stations, access to the tracks is prevented by a barrier with doors that open automatically when the train stops. The trains are fast and clean and signs are in English. A ride from the city to Changi Airport costs less than $3. The Marina Bay Sands Hotel, built on reclaimed land near the harbour, is the world’s second most expensive building and one of the most unusual and recognisable shapes ever. It consists of three towers each with 55 storeys, capped by the Sky-
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Park with 3600 views of the city. The SkyPark has restaurants, gardens, an incredible vanishing-edge pool and the world’s largest cantilever observation deck. One night will set you back around $500 for a standard room. Adjacent to the Marina Bay Sands are the Gardens by the Bay, covering over 100 hectares. The Flower Dome and Cloud Forest are two uniquely shaped
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There’s plenty to see and do on the island, including: Casting a line at one of the many fishing spots Hiring a bike and cycling along the network of bike paths that dot the island Taking the plunge and going for a swim Eating some fish and chips by the sea – good for the soul Watching the pelicans and other bird life as you take in some fresh sea air Taking a wander around the Bongaree shops Hitching the caravan and securing a site at one of the island’s caravan parks Enjoying a sunset cruise Visiting the Seaside Museum Playing a round of golf at the Woorim Golf Club
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Give ‘chess on grass’ a go at Southport club
THE Southport Croquet Club is situated at 1 Queen St at Ada Bell Way, next to the Broadwater Parklands light rail stop. Parking is available at the club and across the street at the local bowls club on Marine Pde. Croquet is described as “chess and billiards on grass”. Feel welcome to go along
and give the game a go. The club is open during the day on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays and twilight hours twice weekly (BYO barbecue foods; play under lights). This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Southport Croquet Club. President Barbara Northcott says, “there have been several major changes and
the club is thriving in the modern era with many younger people looking to play”. Visit http://www.croquet qld.org/southportcroquet-club or call club Secretary, Julia Vickers on 0417 770 937 or 5532 3521 or the clubhouse on 5531 4720. The club s thriving in the modern era.
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PROMOTING SURFERS: Alexander McRobbie in London in 1966 meets some of the air hostesses while travelling the world to sell airlines on entering the International Air Hostess Quest in Surfers Paradise.
Estate ... that was in 1917, before the arrival of the iconic Jim Cavill. Men have come and gone in the story of the Gold Coast. Names have become synonymous with its progressJim Cavill, Bruce Small, Stanley Korman, Ron McMasters and Keith Williams...
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Fortunes have been won and lost ... but at grass roots level is one of the forgotten, unsung men who like mortar around the bricks helped to build the fabric of the canvas that has became Surfer’s Paradise. Among his contributions he had the first photogra-
on promoting and selling the infant seaside village. It was his work that set him up there among other builders. The feature that set him apart was his capacity to become the historian of Surfers Paradise. It will live long after he has gone, a legacy that future generations will reflect upon. Today that old man lies in a nursing home, largely forgotten. As a long-time resident of the Gold Coast, it angers me that a city of glitz and glamour, has failed to honour the master historian, who established many milestones in his sixty-plus years, . Yes I am angry. Through his work, through
his writing, I have hovered like a ghost as big developers have signed contracts worth millions of dollars, watching the ink dry as the document for progress were drawn. The writer takes you, and leads you through a time capsule ... a story that every Gold Coaster should read. Yet he goes unsung. Are we so materialistic, so indifferent ... well as a pensioner myself I hope to be able to give this man a reason to live ... a small computer where instead of whiling away the hours to oblivion, he can tap away on a keyboard recapturing the memories of a long life. Alexander McRobbie will turn 89 on December 9 2015. Let us pause, people of the Gold Coast, and honour this fine historian, man of the people ...lest we forget. I am calling on the Gold Coast City Council to honour our finest local historian in the twilight of his life. -Bruce Whiteside
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