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Your Award Winning Seniors' Newspaper – Written for Seniors by Seniors Vol 3. - Issue 7

August 2015

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It’s our week – let’s celebrate!

THROUGHOUT the year, many seniors give generously of their time and expertise in a variety of endeavours.

Thousands volunteer at local charities and many provide valuable support to their families, particularly by caring for and spending time with grandchildren.

So now it is time to indulge yourself and enjoy what is on offer during Seniors Week.

You have the chance to rekindle an interest or plunge into a new one, to meet new friends and to reconnect with old mates.

In Queensland the week kicks off on August 15, finishing on August 23.

As usual, there is a huge range of activities to suit every taste, no matter whether you want to get the body moving or prefer to settle for something more sedentary.

There are opportunities to

exercise both your mind and your body. Maybe try something different for a change – croquet/golf in Warwick, a mystery bus tour in Gatton, high tea in Leichhardt or a Friday night dance in Toowoomba.

The program is packed with entertainment, information, activities and events to suit all tastes.

Peruse our Seniors Week calendar on pages 16-23.

You will be amazed at the variety of options.

Many activities are free but with some you will need to book in advance, so get the red pen out and pick your preferences.

Let’s end our winter hibernation, start sharing ourselves around and celebrating the things we can still do.

As Henry David Thoreau, the poet and philosopher once said: “None are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm”.

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THE Toowoomba Hospice recently hosted its 2015 Camellia and Winter Flower Show in the grounds of the TAFE South West Horticulture Centre.

The event brings in much-needed funds for the facilities and services provided by the hospice and has become a muchanticipated annual event.

Despite the near-arctic conditions on the Friday preceding the show, the weekend opened up into two enjoyable and informative days, boasting an array of guest speakers, local and regional plant nurseries, cooking demonstrations and even

an Early Ford V8 Club display.

But the drawcard of the event was the Heritage Bank sponsored Joan Falvey Camellia Hall which was filled with hundreds of camellias.

So what is the appeal of camellias? What makes them so special?

For Queensland Camellia Society member, Gloria Thorpe, it is the endless possibilities of this wonderful plant that are the real attraction.

“There is a never ending choice, hundreds and hundreds of types of blooms – red, pink, white providing colour in the winter and they are not as much work as roses!”

Apart from being a

stunning outdoor addition to the garden, camellias are also wonderful enhancements to the interior of a home.

As was evident in the Camellia Hall, the bloom lends itself to a wealth of intricate arrangements and connotations, showcasing the many varieties on offer.

If one is not terribly artistic, however, there is no need to fret or undertake hours of arduous tuition to put together a respectable arrangement.

Gloria said arranging camellias was, “something you pick up as you go along.”

Because the blooms are so magnificent, a single

well-chosen flower floating in a bowl, with perhaps a bit of foliage, is all you need to mount a very nice display which will easily last between five and seven days.

“Look for a fresh bloom, with no damage and look closely at the centre stamen (to see if is in good condition) – the most important thing is that it appeals to you and suits your décor.”

If you would like to find out more about camellias, visit www.camellias qld.org.au.

Toowoomba Hospice can always use more support.

For ideas on how to help visit www.toowoomba hospice.org.au and click on How you can help.

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inflation, instead of being eroded by rising living costs,” said National Seniors’ Queensland policy advisory group chair Vera Somerwil.

Ms Somerwil said there were some budget announcements that might deliver benefits for older people. These include: ■ $2 million over four years towards rebuilding the Office for Seniors and establishing a One Stop Shop and the Advisory Taskforce for Residential Transition for Ageing Queenslanders; ■ $20 million over four years to community based organisations to provide long day social respite

OLDER people have welcomed the Queensland government’s commitment to keeping concessions but are disappointed they were not indexed to the CPI, according to the consumer lobby group National Seniors Australia.

The State Budget reaffirmed the government’s earlier commitment to guarantee full funding for pensioner concessions on electricity, water, gas and transport after the Commonwealth withdrew funds.

“Seniors will be breathing a sigh of relief but they were hoping the concessions will be keeping pace with

Legacy Week nears LEGACY Week is the annual national appeal to raise awareness and funds for the families of our incapacitated and deceased veterans.

It is held in towns and cities big and small across Australia and supported by young and old.

The funds raised from Legacy Week help Legacy continue to assist the 90,000 widows and 1900 children and people with disabilities Australia-wide, with essential services such as counselling, special housing, medical, advocacy and social support.

Public support will also help Legacy nurture children’s education by contributing towards

school fees, books, uniforms and recreational activities to aid their selfdevelopment and confidence.

There are thousands of Australian Defence Force personnel deployed overseas. Legacy stands ready to assist their families should the worst happen.

You can help these families by becoming a volunteer or donor now.

All funds raised will help continue our essential role in the community.

Legacy merchandise will be available at selected badgeselling points and from many fantastic volunteers on the streets during Legacy Week from August 30 to September 5.

services to elderly people with dementia and other degenerative neurological disorders; ■ $5.5 million per year over four years to fund a Financial Resilience program to support Queenslanders to respond better to financial stresses, personal issues and cost of living pressures; ■ Review of elder abuse as part of the Domestic and Family Violence Taskforce Response Team – $5.5m of new and $26m for internal reallocation; ■ $240m over four years to reinstate Skilling Queenslanders for Work.

■ Source: National Seniors Australia

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AN ELDERLY man driving erratically was stopped by the police around 2 a.m. and was asked where he was going at that time of night.

The man replied, “I’m on my way to a lecture about alcohol abuse and the effects it has on the human body, as well as smoking and staying out late.”

The officer then asked, “Really?

Who’s giving that lecture at this time of night?”

The man replied, “That would be my wife.”

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community news Community Notices QCWA ‘Not Just Tea and Scones’ Day Celebrating 93 years of providing assistance to women and their families, the Queensland Country Women’s Association will hold its birthday celebrations on August 11.

As the name suggests, the organisation is more than just “tea and scones”.

Each branch hosts a number of activities ranging from public speaking, music and drama to dress making and floral art. The association also supports a diverse range of projects including the provision of Birthing Kits for women in need throughout the Pacific region, Student Bursaries to assist with ongoing educational needs, a Public Rural Crisis Fund and the operation of an aged care facility in Oakey. There are numerous branches throughout the Darling downs region. New members always welcome.

For more information phone (07) 3026 1220 or visit www.qcwa.org.au.

Toowoomba Seniors Expo Make a space in your diary for August 19 as this heralds the sixth Seniors Information Expo.

Organised by U3A Toowoomba, with sponsorship from the Toowoomba Regional Council, the event offers insights and information on everything from social clubs, financial advice and government services to fitness, health and travel.

Hume Ridge Church of Christ Complex (461 Hume St) is the venue for the event, with wheelchair access and parking readily available. Visitors can enjoy light lunches and morning tea. Wednesday, August 19, 8.30am-2.30pm, free public entry. For further information, phone Irene (4636 3316) or Rhonda (4613 6559) Forrest Hill District Remembrance March In keeping with the 100-year anniversary of the Gallipoli landing, the Forest Hill community will be staging a re-enactment of the public memorial march to commemorate Major TJ Logan who was killed at Gallipoli. Taking place in Victoria St (between Church and William Sts), the event will feature a wreath-laying ceremony and involve local schools and community groups.

Members of the general public are invited to attend. Saturday, August 29. Victoria St closed to traffic from 10.30am.

Toowoomba Lapidary Club Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Toowoomba Lapidary Club offers members the chance to work with and learn more about precious and semi-precious gemstones. Stone cutting, basic silver smithing, gemstone identification and fossicking field trips are among the activities on offer. The clubrooms at 4 William St are open Tuesday and Thursday nights and new members are always welcome. As part of the 50 years celebration, the club will be having an Open Day on Thursday, October 8, where members of the public can view demonstrations and displays. For more information call 0417 611 820.

Daffodil Day Friday, August 28, is the Cancer Council’s Daffodil Day aimed at raising funds for cancer research, treatment and prevention.

As the council says, every cent helps this ongoing battle: •$5 can help us give a newly diagnosed cancer patient important support

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•$10 can help offer free exercise programs to help cancer patients build strength and fitness during and after treatment.

•$25 can help transport cancer patients to and from hospital for treatment There are many ways to get involved, from donating directly to the Cancer Council, volunteering for the day or simply purchasing and wearing a Daffodil Day pin. For more information, phone 1300 65 65 85 or visit www.daffodilday.com.au.

Gatton and District Committee on the Aging Inc (COTA Seniors) The Gatton Senior Citizens Centre (13 North St), provides a venue for regular socialising and activities for senior members of the Lockyer Valley community. The centre is also a base for the local branch of National Seniors which is a not-for-profit organisation representing Australians aged 50 and above. If you would like to find out more about the activities and opportunities available at the centre, please phone 0439 621 798.

Trivia with Allan Blackburn 1. What colour eggs does a robin lay?

2. What do whale watchers call the whale behaviour of leaping out of the water?

3. What is ergophobia a fear of?

4. What was the main timber used in the Hughes Flying Boat called the “Spruce Goose”?

5. On which island of New Zealand is the city of Hamilton?

6. Name two countries in Asia whose English names start with the letter “I”.

7. What is the hardest substance in the human body?

8. In what decade was the Australian $100 note first issued?

9. In a standard Sudoku puzzle, how many small squares are there?

10. By what stage name are entertainers Anthony, Emma, Lachlan and

Simon known?

11. In what sport has Laura Geitz excelled?

12. Which brass orchestral instrument traditionally uses a slide?

13. What Japanese car manufacturer’s name of five letters has three vowels?

14. How many wheels does a Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet have in its undercarriage?

15. Which actor/singer is often called J. Lo? 16. After New York and Los Angeles, what US city is the third largest in population?

17. In whose honour was Tasmania named?

18. Which temperature is colder: zero Fahrenheit or zero Celsius?

19. What does RACQ call its monthly magazine?

20. In what country did Fisher and Paykel originate?

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Opt to shop at your local op BOOSTING donations to charity op shops is the aim of National Op Shop Week.

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Battlers could miss out their electricity bills than they are repaying.

Darebin City Council’s initiative has been hugely successful and other councils have expressed a desire to emulate it.

But such initiatives require up-front funding for the organisation offering them – and that’s where the CEFC can assist.

However, CEFC investment in Darebin-type initiatives may not be possible if the Federal Government directives for the CEFC to stop investing in small scale solar are followed.

“It’s a low-risk investment, the government makes a

return on the money and it supports low- to middle-income earners to get solar panels and save money on their bills,” said Jeremy Rich, SunEdison Australia’s managing director Jeremy Rich.

SunEdison supplied and installed the systems used in the Darebin Council project.

Since it began, the CEFC has made more than $1.4 billion in total commitments to projects totalling over $3.5 billion in value.

Once fully deployed, its investments are currently expected to earn a portfolio weighted average yield of around 6% across their lifetime.

Investments targeting local councils, manufacturing and agribusiness make up 20% of the CEFC’s portfolio.

The CEFC operates under the Clean Energy Finance Corporation Act 2012, which says: “The corporation’s investment function is to invest, directly and indirectly, in clean energy technologies.”

There is no focus on “new, innovative and emerging technologies”.

In fact, that is the primary function of another body, the Australian Renewable Energy Association (ARENA).

Source: Energy Matters

Weary Dunlop foundation launches fundraising appeal

THE invaluable role of Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop in lifting the health and wellbeing of the veteran community was commemorated in Melbourne on July 12, marking the 30th anniversary of the creation of his medical research foundation and the launch of its annual

fundraising appeal.

Minister for Veteran Affairs Michael Ronaldson said he was honoured to attend the annual commemoration ceremony at the Weary Dunlop Statue in Kings Domain to recognise Sir Edward’s lasting legacy.

“The Sir Edward Weary Dunlop Medical Research

Foundation is the result of Sir Edward’s vision and his great compassion for others,” Mr Ronaldson said. “Thirty years on, we acknowledge his foundation’s world-class work into the vital arena of veterans’ medical research.”

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The Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop Medical Research Foundation was started in 1985 by Sir Edward, a World War Two veteran, doctor and humanitarian.

For more visit www.siredwarddunlop .org.au.

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Initiatives by some councils such as Darebin City Council in Victoria cave enabled pensioners to install solar power systems with no upfront cost, and repayments made via council rates over ten years.

Repayment levels are structured so most of those participating will save more each year on

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RSPCA: Pets of the Month MEET Mork and Mindy, two unclaimed dogs from the council pound, looking for a caring home.

Both quite active.

They enjoy short, daily walks and would require a secure, fenced yard.

Mork is quite fond of fetching a ball, while Mindy enjoys sitting on your lap for cuddles.

■ Mork: Desexed, male, mini fox terrier (short hair) AID#871398; ■ Mindy: Desexed, female, fox terrier (wire-haired) AID#871397 For more information on how to adopt these dogs, please phone 07 4634 1304.

Mindy loves cuddles.

Mork loves to play ball.

Navigating the aged care system has been made easier MY AGED Care is the central contact point for aged care services.

My Aged Care can help you make an inquiry about aged care services, check your eligibility for aged care services or see what service providers operate in your area.

The My Aged Care

website has been established by the Federal Government to help you navigate the aged care system. My Aged Care is part of the government’s changes to the aged care system which have been designed to give people more choice, more control and easier access to a full

range of aged care services.

My Aged Care is made up of the website at myagedcare.gov.au and a contact centre. Together they can provide you with information about aged care for yourself, a family member, friend or someone you’re caring for.

You can call the My Aged Care contact centre on 1800 200 422 between 8am and 8pm on weekdays and between 10am and 2pm on Saturdays. The contact centre is closed on Sundays and national public holidays.

Source: Department of Social Services

Don’t ignore your prostate ONE-IN-THREE men over 50 have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate; this number rises to nearly 80% of men when they reach 70.

While BPH is not fatal like prostate cancer, it can cause a lot of pain and inconvenience.

Common symptoms are frequent and painful urination and, for some cases, sexual performance is affected.

It is no wonder that we have reached epidemic proportions, yet so few men talk openly about it.

According to a spokesman for Graminex Australia, a company that specialises in developing prostate medication, men in general do tend to be tight-lipped about their current condition.

“It’s normal for men to feel uncomfortable talking about their prostate and their symptoms (of BPH), that’s okay, we understand,” the spokesman said.

He has spoken to many concerned wives whose husbands are reluctant to acknowledge the issue.

The key to this problem, he believes, is to slowly encourage a culture where men should not feel ashamed to talk about their medical condition, especially if it concerns their “personal equipment”.

The good news is that all this is starting to change, especially with the internet which allows men to be more discreet in search for prostate health information.

Still, it cannot make up for face-to-face interaction, hence Graminex Australia, which introduced Magnus Shield, a new over-the-counter prostate supplement, has been working together with non-profit prostate support groups in Victoria to help bring awareness to men.

For inquiries about Magnus Shield Prostate formula, visit www.magnusprime.com or call 1300 760 627.

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Audience delighted by old movies

MATES: Camp oven king Ned Winter with seniors Doug Reis and Ray Smythe.

Minnie just misses the boat and Mickey uses a crane to swing her aboard.

She drops her sheet music of Turkey in the Straw and a goat eats it.

With help from Mickey, she cranks the goat’s tail and it plays the tune.

Mickey accompanies on percussion and uses various animals as musical instruments, until Captain Pete comes down and puts a stop to it, setting Mickey to work peeling potatoes.

While enjoying a cuppa we saw a promotional film made in the 1960s to sell Brisbane as a destination for prospective immigrants. It featured the Town Hall and Storey Bridge as the tallest structures in town and showed off the latest Holden cars, electric trams, girls connecting calls at the telephone exchange and Brisbanites dancing the night away at Cloudlands Ballroom.

Our main feature, Breakfast for Two, starred Barbara Stanwyck as a wealthy Texas heiress out to reform and marry the playboy owner of a near-bankrupt shipping firm, played by Herbert

Marshall. With help from butler Butch and a friendly great dane, involving lots of good old slapstick, she eventually achieves her goal.

It was great to revisit such simple, hilarious comedy, free from the bad language and violence so prevalent in modern films.

Winter, of Ned’s Corner just south of Cecil Plains.

Ned holds the world record for the biggest meal ever cooked in camp ovens and is the founder of the Australian Camp Oven

The July mystery trip was full of surprises. The bus driver got into the spirit of things by circumnavigating several roundabouts and going down some side roads to confuse us but all of a sudden we were at the Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport terminal just before the Sydney aircraft was due to land.

We were ushered through security to the Altitude Bar and Cafe for a delightful morning tea.

After watching the Sydney plane land, our bus continued out west to Cecil Plains, where we pulled up outside the Victory Hotel.

A further surprise awaited us inside in the form of octogenarian Ned

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On Thursday, August 6, we will hold our annual general meeting at Regents on the Lake at 9.30am, including morning tea. Special guests will be National Seniors Australia chief executive Michael O’Neill and zone chair Hazel Gillies. The cost is $12.

Our bus trip on Thursday, August 20, heads to Gatton for morning tea at the Cultural Centre followed by a visit to the University of Queensland Gatton Campus for a tour and lunch in the campus dining hall.

Departure time is 8am and the cost is $50. For inquiries or bookings, phone June on 4635 9796 or Yvonne on 4638 5252.

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Ned entertained us before lunch with yarns about his camp oven cooking exploits, some bush poems and a song or two to his own guitar accompaniment. He even brought a few dampers, warm from the camp oven, for prizes.

We were then treated to a hearty roast dinner plus trifle for dessert before boarding the bus for what we expected to be the trip home. However a further surprise awaited us as the bus headed off down to Millmerran and then back up the Gore Hwy to Pittsworth, where we pulled up at Pittsworth Confectionery’s factory and showroom.

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Golden Oldies manager Joel Archer became interested in old movies as a child and has built up a wide knowledge of early movie making as well as a large collection of old movies, which he delights in sharing with seniors.

He has travelled all over Australia in search of more examples, with mixed success.

While visiting Surat he met up with the descendants of the founders of the local cinema, who told him about a collection of movies his grandfather had stored in the shed.

Unfortunately the family had thrown them all onto a backyard bonfire only a year before.

However on another visit to an old movie theatre Joel found some cans of film, which included a copy of a 1925 film Seven Sinners, the first feature film written and directed

by Lewis Milestone, who later directed the Oscar-winning All Quiet on the Western Front.

Until Joel’s discovery, Seven Sinners was presumed lost. In the late 1940s Warner Bros. destroyed many of its negatives due to nitrate film decomposition.

Studio records simply state “Junked 27/12/48”.

The copy Joel found is in quite good condition and the film is expected to be re-released on DVD. Our audience was privileged to see the first Mickey Mouse cartoon made with a soundtrack.

In Steamboat Willie, Mickey is on a steamboat that picks up a load of cargo, including a number of farm animals.

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Advice on retirement village options vital WHEN the time comes to consider your move into a retirement village the options can often seem confusing.

In addition to the uncertainty associated with moving out of the family home, there are also a range of financial and logistical issues to consider.

When you have decided to make the move it is also important to understand the legal aspects of these arrangements so that you can proceed with certainty and security.

Although the industry is now highly regulated, the documents which are usually provided can often be difficult to understand particularly in relation to

the costs associated with this form of living and your legal status as a resident.

The importance of getting comprehensive advice on the meaning of these documents cannot be underestimated. Getting good advice from a qualified lawyer with experience in this area is vital in protecting your interests and explaining and giving you a good practical understanding of the process.

Some issues that arise include - understanding your rights and obligations as a resident, dealing with the sale of your current home, considering associated agreements and reviewing the Public Information Document.

While reputable village operators will be happy to discuss these documents with you, it is important that you also obtain your own independent advice.

It pays to get advice at an early stage to ensure your rights are protected.

The issues covered here are general in nature and are only some of the matters you will need to consider.

At Kennedy Spanner Lawyers we take the time to provide professional, compassionate and practical advice to clients considering a retirement village move.

For more information or to discuss please phone Kennedy Spanner lawyers on 4639 2944.

New drugs to be listed on the PBS The Federal Government has allocated $1.3 billion listing new medicines and vaccines in its 2015-16 Budget.

Minister for Health Sussan Ley announced there will be new drugs to help Australians beat melanoma, breast cancer and blindness on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.

The Government will also extend free vaccinations for the debilitating shingles virus to Australians aged 70 to 79 by listing it on the National Immunisation Program.

Ms Ley said the listing of $628 million worth of new cancer drugs also formed part of broader package of measures to improve the detection,

treatment and prevention of cancer in the Budget.

“However, new drugs often come with an expensive price tag often out of reach for many patients,” she said.

“Taxpayers currently spend almost $10 billion annually subsiding drugs on the PBS, with another $3 billion worth of new drugs being considered

by Government for listing on the PBS. “This figure is expected to continue to grow in coming years, with the independent Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee meeting three times a year and anticipated to make well over 100 recommendations for new drug listings annually.

“With more and more new drugs in the pipeline in coming years, taxpayers are easily looking at spending $50 billion on making medicines more affordable for patients over the next five years.

“That’s why the Government is proposing sensible measures across the pharmaceutical supply chain to ensure that every dollar taxpayers invest in subsidising existing drugs is spent as efficiently as possible so we can continue to invest in new innovative medicines as well.”

One in every six dollars of the almost $10 billion spent in the PBS every year is now spent on cancer treatments.

Check out unique tourist attraction with easier access to Cooyar-Muntapa tunnel LOOKING for somewhere different to take your visitors?

Why not check out the heritage-listed Cooyar-Muntapa railway tunnel? Access to the tunnel has now been improved, making it easier to experience one of the

Toowoomba region’s unique tourist attractions.

The concrete tunnel between Kulpi and Cooyar, is Queensland’s longest straight railway tunnel at 287 metres. It is located in a deep cutting on the Oakey to Cooyar branch rail line

that was opened in 1913 and closed in 1964.

Improvements include installation of a metal staircase to provide safer access and reduce environmental degradation such as erosion and trampling of vegetation. The walking track

has been realigned to make a circuit trail and an accessible path has been provided to the lookout to cater for people with a disability.

The tunnel is home to a colony of bent-wing bats (Miniopterus Schreibersii).

The tunnel is the only one

about 40km north of Oakey, adjacent to the Marko-Nutgrove Rd, which runs off the Oakey-Cooyar Rd. More information can be obtained by phoning Toowoomba Regional Council on 131 872.

in Queensland that crosses the summit of the Great Dividing Range. The line was built to support small scale agriculture in the area and to provide access to timber reserves at Blackbutt and Nanango.

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Lessons learned in Tenterfield games, which the dogs seem to enjoy. Several dogs were put through their paces.

The first bailed and guarded a “felon”.

Successive dogs demonstrated the ability to seize and release offenders on command and to quickly catch those who attempted escape.

Probus members hid a cache of “drugs”, which was quickly found by dogs that were able to differentiate between residual and current scent to correctly identify the location.

The final performance was by a german shepherd, which was ready for transfer to another handler.

On command he bailed up an offender, guarded and

GLIMPSE AT HISTORY: Probus members find the tank traps prepared in the Second World War to deter the Japanese army.

cowed him, lunging with bared teeth, always falling short of contact.

On command the dog seized the offender by the arm and then released him.

He then gave chase when the offender attempted to abscond and had recaptured him within a few paces.

We were met at Tenterfield by Jan, a member of the Tenterfield Probus Club and a volunteer at the Tenterfield Visitors

Centre.

She provided commentary during a tour of the important and impressive historic buildings, including the premises once occupied by the Tenterfield Saddler, who is well known through the music of Peter Allen.

The tour included visits to houses once occupied by other famous sons of Tenterfield, including the Father of Federation Sir Henry Parkes, Banjo Paterson and Major J F Thomas, who defended

Breaker Morant.

The Tenterfield Bowls and Golf Clubs owe their success to Sir Joh Bjelke Petersen as they amassed large sums from Queensland residents who drove across the border to get their gambling fix. No doubt many Warwick residents contributed to the coffers.

After lunch at the bowls club, we set out in search of the tank traps, situated a few kilometres east of Tenterfield.

These traps were set up to

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A DEMONSTRATION of the training of law dogs, a tour of Tenterfield and a visit to the tank traps beside the Mt Lindesay Rd were features of a recent tour by members of the Warwick Combined Probus Club.

Lawdogs Australia, which is located at The Summit near Stanthorpe, trains dogs for protection and detection in law enforcement and security.

Manager and principal trainer Matt provided demonstrations of the skills and training of dogs at several levels. Training starts at the age of six weeks, when pups are exposed to contact with people and rewarded for performing simple tasks.

The exercises are presented in the form of

bolster the infamous Brisbane Line to prevent Japanese armed forces from penetrating beyond the Queensland border in the expected invasion during the Second World War. The Mt Lindesay Rd passes through a narrow gap in the granite ridges of the Great Dividing Range.

The traps consisted of three rows of closely spaced tree trunks, which rose about 1m from the ground.

Armed forces were stationed nearby, ready to blow up the road and divert the tanks into the narrow defile that housed the traps.

In surmounting the traps the tanks would expose their soft underbelly to the Australian forces, leading to their destruction and the defeat of the invasion.

Such was the thinking in that era.

The Probus Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month to hear a variety of interesting speakers.

Members regularly take part in organised bus tours to places of interest and live theatre productions.

Information on Probus is available from Arthur Maynard, phone 4661 2447.

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$115m boost in facilities puts Sinnamon Park on aged care map AUSTRALIA’S leading provider of innovative private aged care services, Season’s Aged Care, is proud to announce that construction will soon commence on stage one of its new $115 million 283unit community – Seasons Sinnamon Park.

Located in the heart of one of Brisbane’s fastest growing suburbs, leafy Sinnamon Park sits in a prime location just 14km from the CBD and enjoys wide open

spaces, parks and walking tracks, as well as access to an array of shopping, medical and transport services.

Stage one of Seasons Sinnamon Park is scheduled to open to residents in early 2017. Valued at about $53 million, it includes 131 units with a choice of one, two and three bedroom, fully self-contained apartments specifically designed and constructed to optimise delivery of clinical care and support services.

Seasons Aged Care is proudly Queensland owned and operated and Sinnamon Park will be its seventh successful aged care development.

Each Season’s community boasts its own unique amenities which are based on the needs of the individual community and the location and design of the land on which it has been built.

From beautiful lakes and walking tracks, men’s

sheds, chicken houses, bird aviaries and communal veggie gardens, there’s always something very special for residents to enjoy.

Beautiful leisure facilities ensure safety and security, while cinemas, movie lounges, libraries, beauty salons and cafes all help to create that special sense of “community” which Seasons residents can access across the day.

Onsite lifestyle co-ordinators are an integral part of

Update skills to keep edge

OLDER workers must acquire new qualifications and boost their work-related skills to remain competitive in the changing workforce, a new National Seniors report shows.

A study of more than 1900 people aged over 50 found many mature age Australians were not focusing on education and training opportunities as they aged, leaving them vulnerable to unemployment.

National Seniors chief executive Michael O’Neill

said the findings highlighted the importance of keeping qualifications up to date.

“The changing nature of work, such as a shift towards short-term project roles and advances in digital technology, means demand for strong skillsets in all occupations and sectors is growing,” O’Neill said.

“To remain competitive, it’s imperative that the over-50s are either maintaining their work skills or acquiring new qualifications.

“It is a two-way street – mature age workers need to be proactive or they run the risk of skills and competencies developed during their working life becoming devalued, especially as computer-based technologies take over the workforce.”

This study found many mature-age Australians did not place great importance on learning, education and training as they didn’t believe it contributed to their quality of life.

people in our communities have earned in building this great country of ours.

“While each unit will present as a private residence, it will also have been subtly integrated with state-of-the art clinical monitoring capability and emergency response systems”, Mr Loudon said.

For more on Seasons Sinnamon Park or to register your interest contact 1300 506 116 or visit www.seasons care.com.au.

each Seasons community, providing an endless offering of well-being and social activities for residents to connect with others and get involved.

Seasons CEO Nick Loudon said his focus was on providing a private home environment for each resident.

“Seasons Sinnamon Park has been designed to deliver the security, dignity, respect and choice which we all expect and that the older

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Forty per cent of respondents indicated they had undertaken some form of learning, education or training within the last three years.

Of those, 59% believed their current work-related skills and knowledge were very up to date.

Research shows that a 55-year-old who becomes unemployed faces an average 73 weeks out of work compared to person in their 20s who would be out of work for 23 weeks.

See a copy of the report at nationalseniors.com.au.

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More than 35% of those over 65 will fall each year ACCORDING to government figures one-in-three over 65s will fall each year in Australia, resulting in more than 1,500,000 hospital days spent on fall-related injuries.

More than 70% of these falls happen in or around the home, nearly 20% result in head injury and 30% to hip/leg fractures.

Of all the available information there is no clear indication on how long people remain “undiscovered” following a fall.

Emergency Medical Services specialises in fall detection systems and

monitoring with safeTwear, the world’s smallest-smartest fall pendant.

Weighing only 34 grams and around the size of a matchbox this remarkable technology not only detects a fall, it also connects directly to our 24-hour monitoring centre with two-way voice communication.

Whether you are at home, in the garden, out for a walk or at the shops, slip, trip, fall or just push the panic button, you are connected directly with a monitoring specialist, talking with you directly

through the pendant.

Help is quickly on the way, the built-in GPS gives them your exact location.

In the event that you are rendered unconscious, we have your full medical history on file to share with responders and ensure you get the correct help in the quickest possible time.

Technology that is so smart yet so simple to operate, each unit is programmed to suit the customer’s needs, all you need to know is push the button in the case that you need medical help or if you fall the system will

automatically detect this.

No more bulky base stations, limited voice distances, limits to in-home or connection to phone lines is needed.

With safeTcare 24/7 professional monitoring, rest assured help will be with you immediately, giving absolute peace of mind for both you and your family.

You’re not too young to get started with safeTwear – live life, love independence, stay at home and out of care, call us today to see if you qualify for our limited time free system offer, 1300 78 44 38.

Southern Downs water rates to change PROVISION of high quality water to residents and industries is a major focus of Southern Downs Regional Council’s water business.

Mayor Peter Blundell said, as with all water service providers in Queensland, the provision of high quality water was not without its challenges.

“Council has introduced

changes to the water pricing structure through which we’re seeking to achieve a number of objectives.

“Council must be able to generate sufficient revenue to allow the water business to finance its functions.

“We need to ensure prices are cost-effective, meaning our prices cover the full cost of providing a water

service, and customers in similar locations pay similar prices.”

A transitioning of the 10 water supply areas into two supply areas started in 2014/15 and will continue.

While all the water charges have increased, Cr Blundell said, in this transitional period, the charges for the current 10 water supply areas would

change by different percentages, so by 2016/17 all locations in the two supply areas would have the same charges applied.

“As a result, water charges for some areas will increase by more and some areas will increase by less than the 10 per cent.”

Phone Council’s Finance Services Department on 1300 69 7372 for more.

Plunge into pool survey TOOWOOMBA Regional Council is developing a longer-term, region-wide strategy for its aquatic facilities and services and is now asking the community for its views on what is needed.

The draft Regional Aquatic Strategy to guide works from 2015 to 2025 and beyond is now completed and open for public comment until August 7.

Facilities, Libraries and Cultural Services portfolio spokesperson Cr Ros Scotney said the key focus of the review was to look at the here and now, the needs of current users and the anticipated needs of future users based on changing demographics and aquatic industry trends.

“Council has been consulting with key stakeholder groups and now we want to know what the community thinks,” she said.

“There is a survey on our website which will be running until 5pm, August 7.

This is your chance to have your say.

“We want to know why and how you use the current facilities or even why you don’t use them.

“These facilities are a significant investment for council and we need to ensure they have a high-participation rate.

“Milne Bay Aquatic Centre was established in the late 1950s and underwent a major refurbishment in 1998.

“A lot has changed since then. Multi-purpose facilities have become an industry standard and residents are starting to look for centralised entertainment hubs.

“There has been a lot of change and your views are needed to inform our future planning.”

Cr Scotney said council officers were open to any suggestion from the public.

To express your views, log onto http://yoursay.toowoombarc.qld.gov.au/regional-aquatic-strategy.

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Outings gather steam

Derek Turner and Hazel Gillies at Downs Steam.

GARDEN City National Seniors welcomed the opportunity to get some insights into meeting the challenges of aged care when Celeste Sutton, an Accredited Aged Care Specialist with Retireinvest, addressed our July meeting.

Celeste stressed the importance of making well informed, sensitive and effective decisions that will give each of us and our loved ones peace of mind and security.

There was a lot of discussion around common, but difficult, situations including planning ahead for our own future accommodation, or helping a close relative or carer of another, Situations that arise suddenly and unexpectedly.

We didn’t go far for our day trip in July as we repeated one of our more enjoyable outings of last year - an exploration of, and lunch at, Downs Steam in Drayton.

The quantity and quality of the work done by that organisation’s volunteers in restoring the engines, carriages and other rolling stock is quite remarkable.

There is a steam loco and a diesel, a Tasmanian rail motor, sleeping cars from the former Sunlander as well as wagons for livestock and freight that have been restored.

One of the more spectacular exhibits is the Dreamtime Carriage, the work of an Aboriginal artist that takes us on a journey from dawn to dusk in the dream-

time. A fascinating and meaningful journey for those who take the time.

Much of the restoration work of this museum takes place in The Shed. This must be the mother of all flat packs, having been brought to Toowoomba in the early 1940s by the American Army.

Because it is all bolted together it can be re-erected in a new spot and in fact has been in several places before reaching its present position, where it was erected by inmates of Westbrook Correctional Centre, before that facility was closed.

Once again we were too many for the dining car this year, but the volunteers at Drayton have a remarkable ability to prepare and serve

a sumptuous lunch on the platform.

Our next meeting, on August 17, will be our Annual General Meeting with guest speaker Helen Jentz, chief executive officer of Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce. As well as a good roll-up of our own members we expect visitors from other branches within Zone 109 and Mark Furness, zone and relationship manager from Head Office.

Wednesday, August 26 will have us travelling to Woodlands of Marburg for a guided history tour and lunch before visiting the nearby Apostolic Church.

For further information on the Garden City branch of National Seniors Australia call Hazel on 4635 4519.

Live healthy, relax and enjoy a challenge to keep the memory sharp Manage any medical conditions: high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes affect your brain as well as your heart.

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HERE are a few tips for keeping your brain fit and memory sharp.

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people feel they have control over their lives, their brain chemistry actually improves.

Relax: tension may prolong a memory loss.

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sleep regularly and eat a well-balanced diet.

Pay attention – concentrate on what you want to remember.

Minimise and resist distractions.

Use a notepad and carry a calendar.

This makes up for any memory lapses.

Organise belongings.

■ All tips are courtesy of the Alzheimer’s Australia.

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Italian love songs at trio’s heart

By JIM BOWDEN, who enjoyed Christmas in July with a difference at Golden Grove Estate AS some 150 visitors celebrated buon Natale in July and grazed across a buffet of caponata, spaghetti alla Siracusana and other traditional Sicilian treats, the soft sound of Nel blu dip into di blu drifted from a corner of the Golden Grove Estate’s cavernous cellars at Ballandean on the Granite Belt.

This was a Christmas in July lunch with a difference; the ham and turkey were replaced with foods prepared by chef Jason Costanzo from recipes his Sicilian family has cooked for generations.

And songs such as White Christmas and Jingle Bells made way for Ciao Ciao Bambina, Volare and Melodia D’amore played by three musical friends who have been performing together around the region for more than 20 years.

And Angelo Scalor, 75,

Buon Natale, the Tre Amici players Angelo Scalora and Steve Courtney toast fellow musician Maureen Butler during a Christmas in July celebration lunch at the Gold Grove Estate and Winery at Ballandean.

Maureen Butler, 74, and Steve Courtney, 69, love what they do and love Italian songs and music.

That’s amore!

Maureen plays the accordion, backed by singers Angelo and Steve who ‘tinkle’ on the tambourines and other percussion instruments.

“It all started for us at the Apple and Grape Festival in Stanthorpe in 1994 – on the back of a truck,” said Steve a former deputy clerk of Stanthorpe Shire.

“The three of us were on a float entered by the Dante degli Alighieri Society, a group that recognises this Italian poet of the Middle Ages.

“He was considered the protector of the Italian language and the country’s equivalent of Shakespeare.”

It wasn’t long before the three musicians – known as Tre Amici – were performing regularly at long lunches and winery tastings throughout the

Granite Belt and the Darling Downs.

Angelo was eight years old when his Italian mother and father migrated to Queensland and went into pig farming at Applethorpe. Maureen was nine when she arrived at Rockhampton with her family from Portsmouth, England, on the SS Asturias, an immigrant ship that made 24 trips to Australia between 1946 and 1952, carrying more than 30,000 migrants.

“We first went to Rockhampton because we were sponsored by family friends there,” Maureen said. “Dad enjoyed playing the piano and he encouraged me to take up the accordion.”

Maureen settled in Wollongong, NSW, and with her first husband later moved to the Granite Belt and bought an orchard.

“It wasn’t easy and when my husband passed away I gave up farming.”

Now retired and living with second husband Trevor, she is happiest squeezing out music, preferably Italian favourites with her Tre Amici paesanos Angelo and Steve.

The Golden Grove Estate Vineyard and Winery was established in 1975 by Mario and Nita Costanzo who grew grapes for the fresh fruit market.

The property was taken over by their son Sam and his wife Grace who continue planting and making award-winning wines.

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Learn to sail or build your own boat WOULD you like to sail, or learn? Come and join us and sail an affordable R/C yacht.

You can buy one or, if you’re a handyman, we can help you build one.

We sail every Sunday afternoon at 1pm at Credon Park (Westlake) behind the Electricity Depot in Alderley Street.

Anyone is welcome (no fees).

We would like to start on a Wednesday morning, if we have enough members.

Phone John Vels on 4566 0278 for more.

Hoy party and mini cent sale HARLAXTON RSL Women’s Auxiliary is holding a hoy party and mini cent sale at North Toowoomba Bowls Club, cnr Lemnos and Elworthy Sts at 9.30am on Monday, August 10.

Morning tea provided.

Admission $2. All welcome.

For more phone Grace on 4615 4783.

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TOOWOOMBA SENIORS WEEK

There’s something for everyone!

THE countdown has well and truly begun for the 6th annual U3A Seniors Expo.

Boasting more than 81 booths, with information relating to all manner of tastes and interests, there is sure to be something for everyone.

Travel and adventure are increasing drawcards for many Seniors and these areas are well represented at this year’s Expo with exhibitors like Australian Gateway Tours, Crown Currency Exchange, Latin America Tours and Stonestreet Coaches all available for a chat.

If you are interested in looking good and feeling well, why not visit the Toowoomba Body Talk

‘Golden Years.’

This is only a taste of what is available at the Expo, so come along and see what else is on offer.

Held at the HumeRidge Church of Christ (471 Hume St, Toowoomba), the doors to the event will open at 8.30am on Wednesday, August 19.

The event runs until 2.30pm with light lunches and Devonshire teas available.

There will be a courtesy car cruising around the large car park to assist visitors and the venue itself is indoors with wheelchair access.

For further particulars contact Irene on 4636 3316, or Rhonda on 4613 6559.

booth or speak with Esmeralda of Esmeralda’s Cosmetic Design?

The staff will be more than happy to advise you on a range of health and beauty options.

Older men will also have a presence at the Expo this year courtesy of TOMNET – The Older Men’s Network.

Find out what activities and support services they offer and how you can become involved.

ASSERT Services, Beauaraba Living, Freedom Aged Care and Oak Tree Retirement Village will be on hand to offer advice and information about living comfortably and conveniently in your

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Thursday, August 13 9.30am–noon KILLARNEY LUNCHEON Killarney & District Senior Citizens Hot Luncheon with music by Gary Teunis. Bookings required. Phone Jessie Volk, 4664 1208 Killarney Senior Citizens Hall, 1 Ailanthus Street, Killarney. Cost $7, raffles $1.

■ SENIORS WEEK 15 AUGUST - 23 AUGUST Saturday, August 15 9.30am GAMES AND ACTIVITIES MORNING @ GATTON Presented by Lockyer Valley National Seniors come and enjoy a morning tea and meet some new friends. A variety of activities and games are on offer including indoor bowls, Scrabble, cards and more to be held at Gatton

COTA Seniors Centre, North Street, Gatton.

Morning tea starts at 9.30am followed by activities and games at 10am. Free Event – RSVP not required.

12.30pm GOSPEL CONCERT @ ALLORA Featuring an assortment of talented musicians, showcasing gospel and inspirational music.

Includes lunch. Contact Lynette Gordon-Smith 0403 216 426 or theladyis saxy@yahoo.com.au for more information. St. David’s Hall, 1 Church Street, Allora. Cost $5.

Sunday, August 16 1.45–3pm COMBINED CHURCHES FAMILY SERVICE @ GATTON An afternoon church service with Gospel music and the Peace Lutheran School choir held at Gatton COTA Seniors Centre, North Street, Gatton. Afternoon tea provided after the service.

Doors open 1.45pm.

Service runs from 2–3pm.

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Tuesday, 11 August 11am-2pm QCWA SOUP KITCHEN Celebrating the QCWA’s 93rd birthday. Lovely bowl of soup with bread.

Gold coin donation with proceeds going to QCWA charities. Venue: Tea rooms in Margaret St Toowoomba. Phone 4632 312 for more information.

Thursday, August 13 9.30am FREE MORNING TEA @ CAMBOOYA Seniors are invited to a free morning tea at Cambooya Bowls Club.

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Bus leaves the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre, Gatton at 9am and the Laidley Cultural Centre at 9.30am, returning at 2.50pm to both Laidley and Gatton. Tickets on sale at Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre, Gatton. P: 5466 3425.

Limited seats.

10am SENIORS WEEK SERVICE – BURSTOWS Seniors Week Service will feature guest speakers, Bunkers Hill State School choir, musicians and a reflective photo presentation. Seniors are invited to a complimentary morning tea in the Pioneer’s Room, TS Burstow Chapel, 1020 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba. RSVP by 13 August to 4636 9680.

10am-1pm MILES SENIORS DAY Join us for morning tea and bring your best yarn or tale with you. The morning will feature musical entertainment by Bernice Erbacher & Jan Williams, along with a story telling session, where participants will be given the chance to record some of their favourite yarns from the past.

Columboola Room Leichhardt Centre, Corner of Dawson & Marian Sts, Miles. Wheelchair accessible. Free.

10am-1pm DALBY SENIORS DAY Morning Tea, lunch concert and raffle. Dalby Bowls Club, Patrick Street, Dalby. Wheelchair accessible. Cost: $10.

2–4pm DRY UP PROGRAM The Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service’s Continence Advisory Service will hold a six-week program aimed at helping people better manage their bladder or bowel incontinence. For more information or to

register, contact Janelle McQuillan or Julie Westaway on 4616 6800 during business hours.

The program is free and open to all members of the community, as well as their family members or carers. Program held in the Unara Conference Room, Toowoomba Hospital, Pechey Street, Toowoomba. Final class held on Monday, September 21.

Tuesday, August 18 9.30am GATTON COTA SENIORS SOCIAL DAY The theme this year is Golden Memories, with top entertainment by Pete Smith. Raffles and lucky door prizes. Morning tea at 9.30am followed by a two course hot lunch. Cost $5pp. Gatton COTA Seniors Centre, North Street, Gatton. Doors open 9.30am. Limited seating. Subsidised by The Queensland Government and COTA. RSVP by phoning 5462 5345 or 0439 621 798. Bookings close Friday, August 14.

10am-1pm SENIORS WEEK LIFESTYLE EXPO Townsville RSL Stadium, 40-48 Murray Lyons Crescent, Annandale.

Make sure you get your full value of information, activities and free goodies by attending the Seniors’ Week Lifestyle Expo. The expo attracts up to 90 exhibitors and will include a small presentation stage.

Free tea and coffee will be supplied. For more information on this event please contact Customer Service Centre on 1300 878 001.

Wednesday, August 19 8.30am–2.30pm U3A SENIORS’ INFORMATION EXPO This Seniors Week event is in its sixth year – a fun and informative day, held at the HumeRidge Church of Christ complex, 461 Hume Street, Toowoomba. There will be about 80 information booths and guest speakers.

We also have a café where morning tea and light luncheons can be purchased. There is a courtesy vehicle roaming the car park to take

anybody from their vehicle to the venue as it is a large flat parking area.

Free entry. For further information phone Irene on 4636 3316 or Rhonda on 4613 6559.

8.30am-2.30pm BREAST & BOWEL CANCER PREVENTION Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service Health Promotion Officer for the Queensland Bowel Cancer Screen Program, Claire Condon and acting Health Promotion Officer for BreastScreen Queensland Toowoomba Service Shenaed Bliss will have a display at the U3A Seniors Week Expo. The pair will have information about the prevention and screening for breast and bowel cancer.

9.30am GATTON LUNCHEON – GATTON SHIRE HALL Join old friends and new for the Gatton Luncheon.

Start the day with morning tea, enjoy entertainment, raffles, lucky door prizes and two course lunch at the Gatton Shire Hall. Special guest to entertain you. Free

event, tickets essential.

Bookings open 9am Monday 3 August by phoning 5466 3425 or in person at Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre, Gatton. Limited numbers, one luncheon per person.

11am-2pm ROCK ‘N ROLL BRUNCH @ LAIDLEY Eagle Rock Cafe, 107 Patrick Street, Laidley, Lockyer Valley. Event held at the Eagle Rock Café in Laidley, offering music, dancing, games, raffles, food and drinks.

Cost: $5. Bookings required, phone 5465 1889. Free.

1pm-3pm SOCIAL TIME WITH CLIFTON SENIOR CITIZENS Clifton Senior Citizens welcome seniors to join with them during their social time each Wednesday where they play games e.g. cards, scrabble. Enjoy an afternoon chat and cuppa with other seniors. Cost $2. Phone President, Beryl on 4612 3472 or 0428 645 504 for further

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Thursday, August 20 9am LAIDLEY LUNCHEON – LAIDLEY CULTURAL CENTRE Celebrate with us at the Laidley Cultural Centre and start the day with morning tea, enjoy entertainment, raffles, lucky door prizes and 2 course lunch. Surprise guest to entertain you.

Free event, tickets essential. Bookings required, phone 5466 3425 or in person at the Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre, Gatton. Limited numbers. Free.

9.30am–1pm SENIORS WEEK CONCERT AT PITTSWORTH Pittsworth Town Hall will be the venue for the Seniors Week Concert.

There will be live music by Scott Tweedy, Pop-up shops, Photo booth, Peebo and Dagwood – Party Clown and Magic

Show and also lucky door prizes. Seniors Ambassador Lorna Rickert from Nobby in attendance. Morning tea and lunch provided. Please book your place at the Show and bus if required, by contacting Council on 131 872. Free buses leaving from: Cecil Plains Hall at 8.45am, Millmerran Cultural Centre 8.45am, Meara Place Clifton 8.45am and Clifton Nirvana Hostel at 9am. $5 entry charge.

10am morning tea 11am performance MORNING MELODIES @ TOOWOOMBA’S EMPIRE THEATRE The Empire Theatres popular Morning Melodies returns with Back to the Tivoli hosted

by Wayne Cornell.

The show features four diverse and talented acts as well as the Tivoli Band and Tivoli Showgirls including incredible soprano Cassandra Seidaman. Joining her is magician Cody Harrington, comedian Liz Layton, and award

winning country music duo Aubrey and Martin.

A complimentary morning tea will be served by the Friends of the Empire Theatre from 10am, with the performance commencing at 11am.

Nine lucky door prizes will also be drawn before the performance. For more or to purchase tickets, contact the box office on 1300 655 299 or visit www.empiretheatre .com.au.

Friday, August 21 9.30am-12.30pm VINTAGE CAR RIDES AT GATTON AND LAIDLEY Head to either Gatton & District Historical Society or Laidley Pioneer Village & Museum and enjoy a vintage car ride, morning tea and barbecue lunch.

Free event. Gates open 9.30am, event concludes 12.30pm. Bookings essential, RSVP before Wednesday, August 19 on 5466 3426.

1– 3pm HIGH TEA @ LEICHHARDT Leichhardt/One Mile

Community Centre is being supported by Council to run a High Tea for their regular clients plus local community members. This is a free event that will include live entertainment, interactive performances and games.

Leichhardt/One Mile Community Centre, 1 Denman St, Leichhardt.

Wheelchair accessible.

Free.

1–4pm A TASTE OF COLOUR @ LEICHHARDT We’re celebrating with ‘Roushini’s Fun India’ to bring a splash of colour and vibrancy to brighten the lives of our seniors through exposure to music, dancing, art and active participation.

Afternoon tea will be a tasting plate of flavoursome Indian food (as well as some options to suit varying dietary preferences). 1-17 Denman Street, Leichhardt.

Wheelchair accessible.

Free.

7pm-11pm SENIOR BALL -THE WAY WE WERE This is the chance to dress up as when you were

young. A delicious supper will be served and music will be supplied by The Seniors Band.

Memorabilia will be on display back to the 50s, 60s and 70s. A great night of entertainment, multi raffle, lucky door prizes and lucky spots.

Bookings required 4632 7157. Senior Citizens Hall, 39 Victoria Street, Toowoomba. Wheelchair accessible. Cost $15.

7.30pm QUEENSLAND SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA’S MOVIE MASTERPIECES CONCERT Relive your favourite movie moments with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s Movie Masterpieces concert at The Empire Theatre.

Modern composers have set the tone for countless films, including John Williams for the Star Wars and Harry Potter series, or Ennio Morricone for The Mission, from which the QSO will perform the famous melody Gabriel’s Oboe. The Orchestra will also perform excerpts from Corigliano’s score to

The Red Violin, a soundtrack that recently resonated around the music world featuring virtuoso violinist Joshua Bell. Join the QSO for this musical movie showcase featuring excerpts from popular soundtracks and your favourite orchestral works featured in films.

Empire Theatre cardholders $40, Adults $49, Concession $43, Group 6+ $40.

Saturday, August 22 7.30–9.30am LADIES BREAKFAST @ GATTON A warm welcome and breakfast awaits you at the Gatton Catholic Church. Donations to the local school chaplaincy program are welcome.

Breakfast served at 7.30am.

1–4.30pm COUNTRY MUSIC CONCERT @ GATTON Country music & afternoon tea at the Gatton COTA Seniors Centre, North Street, Gatton, 1–4.30pm. Enjoy a variety of artists, raffles and lucky door prizes.

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11.30am SCOTTISH LUNCHEON AT KEARNEY’S SPRING The Kingfisher Garden Lifestyle Village, 303 Spring Street, Kearney’s Spring, will be hosting a Scottish Luncheon as part of the celebrations for Seniors Week 2015.

Festivities will commence at 11.30am with lunch of Bangers & Mash followed

by Clootie Dumpling and Shortbread. Highland Dancers, Singers, Pipers will provide entertainment plus a multi draw raffle all for the cost of $5. The address to the Haggis will

be performed by resident Mal Leslie who is Patron of the local St Andrews Society and Chieftain of the Clan Leslie Society.

Mal has also been honoured with a Celtic Honour and is currently the Commissioner for Clan Leslie in Australia and New Zealand.

■ POST SENIORS WEEK Monday, August 24 1.30–2.30pm PHYSIOTHERAPIST LED PILATES COURSE Residents who receive services through Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service’s Community Care (community based, aged care) are invite to register for a six-week Pilates course. The course is facilitated by a physiotherapist. Classes are $4 and are held weekly at the Baillie Henderson Hospital physiotherapy rooms. For more or to register contact Kathy Joyce on 4699 8970 during business hours.

Thursday, August 27 9.30am–1pm SENIORS WEEK CONCERT AT OAKEY

Oakey Cultural Centre will be the venue for the 2015 Seniors Week Concert. There will be live music by Eddie Dean from the Cook Islands, Pop-up shops, Photo booth, Peebo and Dagwood – Party Clown and Magic Show and also lucky door prizes. Seniors Ambassador Lorna Rickert from Nobby in attendance. Morning tea and lunch provided. Please book your place at the Show and bus if required, by contacting Council on 131 872. Free buses leaving from: Yarraman Hall 8.15am, Cooyar Hall 8.30am, Peranga Hall 8.15am, Quinalow Hall 8.30am and Kulpi Hotel 9am. $5 entry charge.

Friday, August 31 7.30pm FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE AT TOOWOOMBA For those who love to dance, join other seniors at the Toowoomba Senior Citizens Hall, 39 Victoria Street for an evening of dance entertainment.

Phone 4632 7157 for further information. Cost: $8 per person.

WARWICK SENIORS WEEK Saturday, August 15 12.30pm GOSPEL CONCERT @ ALLORA Gospel Concert featuring an assortment of talented musicians, showcasing gospel and inspirational music, includes lunch.

Cost: $5. St David’s Hall, 1 Church Street, Allora.

Phone Lynette on 0403 216 426.

Tuesday, August 18 9.30am SENIOR CITIZENS EUCHRE TOURNAMENT Teams of three required, raffle prizes. RSVP names/teams by August 11. $5 entry, includes morning tea and lunch.

Warwick Senior Citizens Centre, 13a Albert Street, Warwick. Phone June on 4661 9996 or Marg on 4661 3007.

9.30am–noon MORNING TEA DANCE & SING-A-LONG Community Options Warwick morning tea and Old Time dancing with accomplished dancers.

Lucky door prizes. St

Mary’s Hall, Cnr Wood St & Acacia Ave, Warwick. Phone Donna on 4660 3867 or 0427 413 061. Gold coin donation.

10am-4pm EXHIBITION WATERCOLOUR IN QLD 1850s-1980s Transparent: Watercolour in Qld 1850s to 1980s. See more than 50 exquisite watercolours from the Qld Art Gallery collection.

Warwick Art Gallery, 49 Albion Street, Warwick.

Free event. Phone Karina on 4661 0434 for more.

10am-4pm WARWICK POTTERS OPEN DAY View potters at work.

Gallery open, works for sale. Free tea/coffee.

Make a clay pot for $5.

The Potters House, 63 Horsman Rd, Warwick.

Phone Rae on 0402 307 637. Free.

1–4pm STANTHORPE ‘INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY’ Hand building and wheel throwing demos. Create a small item using coils,

slabs or pinching clay.

Have some fun and a cuppa. Eduardo Verri Park, 47 Wallangarra Rd, Stanthorpe. Free. Phone Maryke on 4681 0000 or Denise on 4683 3168.

Wednesday, August 19 9am MILITARY MEMORABILIA DISPLAY – WARWICK VSASA Inc. Warwick Branch display of Boer War, WW1 and Afghanistan campaigns.

25 mannequins in military uniforms. Free display at 1 Tooth Street. Phone Barry 4661 2898 or visit: warvet02@bigpond.com.

10am ‘NIA WITH ALI’ ALL ABILITIES ACCESS TO JOY Come and move your body with pleasure as your motivation.

Movement + Music = Magic. Nia is for everybody, all welcome.

CDS Granite Belt Neighbourhood Centre, 8 Corundum St, Stanthorpe. Cost: $5.

Phone Alison on 0404 648 486.

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Free event. Phone Chris on 0471 707 047. Free.

10am-2pm & 10am-3pm ART & TEXTILE DEMONSTRATION TASTER CLASSES Warwick Artist Group conducts Art & Textile demonstration and taster classes. Try your hand at painting, drawing, watercolour and textiles under guidance from Warwick Artists. Warwick Artist Studio, Willi Street, Warwick. Phone Robyn on 0409 333 192. Free.

10am–4pm WARWICK POTTERS OPEN DAY View potters at work.

Gallery open, works for sale. Free tea/coffee. Make a clay pot for $5. The Potters House, 63 Horsman Rd, Warwick.

Phone Rae on 0402 307 637 for more.

Free event.

10.30am-2pm DEVONSHIRE TEA & HYMNS IN THE CHURCH Enjoy a morning of singing, fresh scones & a warm cuppa. Emmaus Court, Warwick. Free.

10.30am SAXY LADY PERFORMS @ WARWICK Performing live music, morning tea provided.

Free. Bookings required 4667 1439. Oaktree Retirement Village, 12 O'Leary Street, Warwick.

10.30am-2pm DEVONSHIRE TEA & HYMNS Warwick Christian Fellowship invites seniors to their Devonshire tea and hymns in Church event. Enjoy a morning of singing, fresh scones and a warm cuppa. Emmaus Court, Warwick (at end of cul-de-sac). Free. Phone Andrew on 0408 238 599.

Noon–5pm LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATIONS Warwick & District Lapidary Club Inc’s Lapidary demonstrations:

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polishing stones, faceting, wire wrapping and silver work for jewellery making.

A hobby for all ages. Free.

Phone Syd on 4661 2427.

Thursday, August 20 10am GRANITE BELT U3A MORNING TEA & INFORMATION SESSION Granite Belt U3A invites seniors to their information session, followed by morning tea.

Dr Maree Petersen will talk about the Aspire Project researching issues that promote and maintain wellness in the older population in rural communities. Stanthorpe Art Gallery, Lock St, Stanthorpe. Free event.

Phone Julie on 4683 2823.

10am–2pm 9TH ANNUAL SENIORS LEISURE & LIFESTYLE EXPO Meet local organisations and services that contribute to the health and wellbeing of seniors across the Southern Downs. Discover what’s available in our region.

Food and entertainment.

Free event. Warwick Senior Citizens Hall, Cnr Albert & Guy Sts, Warwick. Phone Pam on 1300 697 372. Free.

10am–2pm BREASTSCREEN QUEENSLAND TOOWOOMBA SERVICE Shenaed Bliss will have a display at the Warwick Seniors’ Week expo. The pair will have information about the prevention and screening of breast and bowel cancer.

10am-2pm COME & TRY CROQUET / GOLF Warwick Croquet Club invites you to Come and Have Fun Trying Croquet/Golf Croquet day, assisted by club members. Warwick Croquet Club, Leslie Park, Cnr Albert & Guy Sts, Warwick. Free event.

Phone Dorothy on 0428 619 967. Free.

Friday, August 21 9am MILITARY MEMORABILIA DISPLAY – WARWICK VSASA Inc. Warwick Branch display of Boer War, WW1 and

Afghanistan campaigns.

25 mannequins in military uniforms. Free display at 1 Tooth Street. Phone Barry 4661 2898 or visit: warvet02@bigpond.com.

10am–4pm EXHIBITION WATERCOLOUR IN QLD 1850s-1980s Transparent: Watercolour in Qld 1850s to 1980s. See more than 50 exquisite watercolours from the Qld Art Gallery collection.

Warwick Art Gallery, 49 Albion Street, Warwick.

Free. Phone Karina on 4661 0434 for more.

Saturday, August 22 10am-1pm EXHIBITION WATERCOLOUR IN QLD 1850s-1980s Transparent: Watercolour in Qld 1850s to 1980s. See more than 50 exquisite watercolours from the Qld Art Gallery collection.

Warwick Art Gallery, 49 Albion Street, Warwick.

Free event. Phone Karina on 4661 0434 for more.

10am-3 pm LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATIONS Warwick & District Lapidary Club Inc’s Lapidary demonstrations:

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Barnes Park, Horsman Rd, Warwick. Free.

10am-3pm LAPIDARY DEMONSTRATIONS Warwick & District Lapidary Club Inc’s Lapidary demonstrations: polishing stones, faceting, wire wrapping and silver work for jewellery making.

A hobby for all ages. Free.

Phone Syd on 4661 2427.

10am-4pm WARWICK POTTERS OPEN DAY View potters at work.

Gallery open, works for sale. Free tea/coffee. Make a clay pot for $5. Potters House, 63 Horsman Rd, Warwick. Phone Rae on 0402 307 637.

Sunday, August 23 10am–1pm EXHIBITION WATERCOLOUR IN QLD 1850s-1980s Transparent: Watercolour in Qld 1850s to 1980s. See more than 50 exquisite watercolours from the Qld Art Gallery collection.

Warwick Art Gallery, 49 Albion Street, Warwick.

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Cosmetic tattooing is relatively painless.

WHEN people think of tattoos, perhaps the images of a bikie or a sailor on shore leave are what most readily come to mind, but this is a rather narrow definition.

Unlike traditional tattooing, cosmetic tattooing is all about subtlety and enhancing one’s natural features and it is becoming an increasingly popular procedure for both women and men.

So what does cosmetic tattooing entail?

Unlike traditional tattooing, the cosmetic version penetrates the skin less deeply, is relatively painless (no worse than having your eyebrows plucked) and is applied to procedures such as

eyebrow enhancement, lip and eye lining, scar tissue coverage and the treatment of skin pigmentation issues.

The advantage is that you always looks wellgroomed without the hassle of daily make-up application; even if you are perspiring, playing sport or having a swim, the tattooing stays in place.

The procedure also plays an important role in helping women recover from breast cancer surgery as areola can be re-touched or re-designed following a mastectomy or a breast augmentation.

Exhibiting at this year’s Toowoomba Senior’s Expo is an exponent of the art of cosmetic tattooing,

Esmeralda of Esmeralda’s Cosmetic Designs.

Hailing from Brazil, and with over 20 years’ experience in the beauty therapy industry, Esmeralda has worked as a cosmetic tattooist for more than a decade.

A member of the Association of Cosmetic Tattoo, Australia, Esmeralda works under the strict hygiene guidelines required by Queensland legislation meaning her instruments are disposable and single-use only and all pigments are made from non-reactive, pre-sterilised ingredients.

When visiting the Expo booth, visitors can enjoy a free consultation, view an extensive portfolio of

WARWICK SENIORS WEEK Free event. Phone Karina on 4661 0434 for more.

■ Post Seniors Week Events Monday, August 24 10am–2pm SENIORS GOLDEN YEARS EXPO Preparing for the Golden Years: Expo of Government and Non-Government agencies, service clubs and associations who provide services to over 60s. Free morning tea. Prizes to be won! Entertainment.

Stanthorpe RSL Community Room, 46 Marsh St, Stanthorpe.

Free. Phone Gillian on 4683 3463.

Tuesday, August 25 10am SAXY LADY VARIETY CONCERT Featuring an assortment of talented musicians, showcasing a variety of

musical styles. Killarney Senior Citizens Centre, 1 Ailanthus St, Killarney.

Free concert. Phone Lynette on 0403 216 426.

10.30am HEART SEARCHERS LIVE MUSIC Darryl & Heather Craft perform live music.

Morning tea provided.

Please RSVP as seats are limited. Free. To book phone Mary on 4667 1439.

Friday, August 28 10.30am VARIETY CONCERT @ ALLORA Featuring talented musicians, with a variety of musical styles. Includes stall promoting activities in Allora. Morning tea and lunch. Cost: $10. St David’s Hall, 1 Church Street, Allora. Phone Lynette on 0403 216 426.

Sunday, August 30 10am-2pm & 10am-3pm

ART & TEXTILE DEMONSTRATION Warwick Artist Group conducts Art & Textile demonstration & taster classes. Try your hand at painting, drawing, watercolour and textiles under guidance from Warwick Artists. Warwick Artist Studio, Willi Street, Warwick. Phone Robyn on 0409 333 192. Free.

1pm COUNTRY MUSIC SHOWCASE @ ALLORA Ultra Golden Country Music Association Qld Inc’s Country Showcase.

Afternoon of country music includes afternoon tea, all day tea/coffee and lucky door prize. Allora State School Hall, Warwick St, Allora. Cost: $5. Phone Carolyn on 4661 4858 or jamespierce3 @bigpond.com.

‘Before’ and ‘After’ client images and take away brochures and other literature with a full explanation of all procedures.

Esmeralda operates out of Angel’s Day Spa which is attached to Fernwood Fitness at the Bernoth Centre in Ruthven Street and also services clinics in Brisbane, Kingaroy and Caloundra.

More than a quarter of Esmeralda’s clients are 60 years or older and Seniors enjoy a 15% discount.

If you would like to find out more about cosmetic tattooing, call Esmeralda’s on 1300 376 372 or visit the booth at Seniors Expo, 19th August, Hume Ridge Church of Christ Complex.

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Puzzles, poetry and politicians MONDAYS mean one thing for Judy Malone – it is cryptic crossword day.

Every Monday the 77-year-old crossword fan treats herself to a copy of the Woman’s Day for its cryptic brain teasers that punish, and sometimes reward, those who dare attempt them.

This week one stubborn clue remains unsolved but she is determined not to let it beat her.

Judy solved her first cryptic during a visit to her son in Canada and has been hooked ever since.

“I used to think they were the silliest thing going.

“Then I looked at this crossword and the clue was ‘expensive wet weather flying at Christmas’.

“I thought it was so silly but then I started thinking that expensive means dear, wet weather is rain and Christmas, well it had to be reindeer,” Judy said.

Inside her Toowoomba

home of 39 years, piles of magazines lie in quiet testament to her weekly contest, with evidence of her other great pleasures.

She has always been a keen cook and a regular letter-writer to politicians to “keep them honest”.

But it is her poetry writing that is arguably her most impressive talent.

“When Lord Mountbatten was assassinated in Ireland in 1979 I felt this strong urge to write a poem and I have been writing ever since,” Judy said.

“I wrote one for World Expo 88 called Expo Fever and another for my son’s wedding called A Mother’s Prayer plus numerous others.”

Her latest poem, called Time the Deceiver, has a nostalgic tone and reflects on how quickly life passes.

“One day you are 77 years old and you wonder where the time has gone.”

Judy is thankful she is still

able to live in her home of 39 years where she raised her two sons.

“I like my own company and independence, so being able to still live in my own home is very important to me.

“The help I have received from ASSERT Services over the years through their Home Assist Secure program has made sure I could stay here.”

“When you are on your own it is good to know that friendly help is only a phone call away.

“They’ve helped me change light bulbs, put in security screens and install an outdoor sensor light.

“Nothing is ever a bother.”

Living in her house, Mrs Malone is reminded of happy memories including her favourite German Shepherd Jip, the mystery cat named Mystery and stuffing the Christmas turkey with her sons in fits of laughter.

One of her favourite memories is the time they cut down a pine tree in the front yard and brought it inside to decorate as their Christmas tree.

The next morning they were astonished to see the tree had somehow mushroomed in size and had taken over the corner of their living room.

These days, the only thing taking over Mrs Malone’s house are the boxes of assorted stuff belonging to her sons.

“I’m trying to encourage them to take it away but they keep telling me they don’t have any room,” she laughed.

She has decided to take matters in to her own hands and sort through it but not before she solves that stubborn cryptic clue.

For more information about Home Assist Secure contact ASSERT Services on 4632 7385 or email home.assist@assert services.org.au

Judy Malone celebrates her 77th birthday.

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Monday, August 17 10am CONCERT @ DALBY Seniors are welcome to be entertained at a concert along with morning tea, lunch and a raffle, all for the cost of $10. Venue: Dalby Bowls Club. To book phone Fiona Henderson on 4679 4420.

10am ENTERTAINMENT AND STORY TELLING SESSION @ MILES Join us for morning tea and bring your best yarn or tale with you. The morning will feature musical entertainment by Bernice Erbacher and Jan Williams, along with a story telling session, where participants will be given the chance to record some of their favourite yarns from the past. Venue: Leichhardt Centre, Miles.

Phone Jason Erbacher on

4628 5355 for more information.

Tuesday, August 18 9.30am COMMUNITY SENIORS EVENT @ NOONGA Everyone is welcome to join the Noonga community for their Seniors Day. Free entry with complimentary food.

Guest speaker is Melissa, a personal trainer from Roma PCYC. Event held at: Noonga Hall, Noonga.

Contact Polly Leahy on 4627 6483 for further information.

10am MEANDARRA SENIORS WEEK Please join Meandarra seniors for morning tea, bingo and lunch. Event held at Ballara, 33 Osler Street, Meandarra. Phone Donna on 4665 6336.

9am U3A ENTERTAINMENT @ DALBY Everyone is welcome to Dalby U3A for cards, scrabble and line dancing, followed by morning tea.

Event held at Dalby Senior Citizens Centre, Dalby. Phone Rilla Witt on 4662 5215.

10–11.30am EXERCISE SESSION @ DALBY Introduction to light exercise, morning tea included. Event held at Dalby PCYC. Phone Lauren Simmich on 4672 2400 for more information.

Wednesday, August 19 9am MORNING TEA & LUNCH @ WANDOAN Please join us from 9am for morning tea and lunch, featuring musical entertainment throughout

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Venue: Taroom, Wandoan. Phone Jason Erbacher on 4628 5355 or Melinda Petty (Banana Shire) on 4992 9500 for more information.

10am SENIORS WEEK @ TARA Seniors are more than welcome to come along to

the Tara Function Room, 19 Fry Street, Tara for morning tea. Phone Debbie Callaghan on 4665 3508. Free.

9am–noon LIVE MUSIC @ DALBY SHOPPING WORLD Seniors are invited to Dalby Shopping World for live music and free coffee. Fun prizes also up for grabs. Displays by local seniors groups.

Phone 4662 2577.

1.30pm VARIETY CONCERT @

DALBY “Ningana’s Musical Mayhem” will be the entertainment at Ningana Retirement Village, Dalby. Phone Lyn Cross on 4669 0100.

10.30–11am COMPLIMENTARY MORNING TEA @ BELL Bell Bunya Community Centre will be the venue for a free morning tea to celebrate Seniors Week.

Thursday, August 20 8am

AQUA AEROBICS @ DALBY Aqua aerobics with morning tea. Cost: $5 includes pool entry, tea/coffee and morning tea. Venue: Dalby Aquatic Centre. Email Mary Parrott, Swimwise Dalby on dalby@wise aquatics.com.au.

9am–noon CARDS – 500 & CANASTA @ JANDOWAE 500, canasta and craft including morning tea at Jandowae Domiciliary Care Day Centre, Dalby.

Phone 4668 4400 to book

by Tuesday, August 18.

10am SENIORS DAY @ CHINCHILLA Seniors are welcome to join in a free morning tea.

Please bring along your favourite records to play throughout the morning.

Venue: Chinchilla Wattle Room, Chinchilla Cultural Centre. Phone Terri Cobb on 4660 7241 for more.

MOVIE @ CHINCHILLA A movie will be screened at a time to be confirmed.

The title of the movie is to be advised. Phone Joanna Bender on 4662 7199 for full details. Event at Ironbark Theatre, Chinchilla Cultural Centre. Cost: $2.

Friday, August 21 10am TOUR OF DALBY MUSEUM Morning tea followed by guided tour of the museum. Cost: $5. Craft shop open. Event at Dalby Pioneer Park Museum, Dalby. Bookings essential, phone Dalby Pioneer Park on 4662 4760.

Seniors Week fun unites community Listen to someone’s story or share yours

There are many fun events on offer.

QUEENSLAND Seniors Week is a great opportunity to promote positive community attitudes towards older people and ageing, inter-generational relationships and to enhance community connections, according to Council on the Ageing Queensland chief executive Mark Tucker-Evans.

“Our aim is to unite different generations to develop socially inclusive communities in which older people are able to

continue to make valuable contributions in their families, neighbourhoods and communities.”

Held from August 15-23, Seniors Week provides an opportunity to bring together all Queenslanders, through events and activities within their communities while addressing social isolation concerns.

“With events from Goondiwindi, to the Gold Coast to Far North Queensland, there is something for everyone as it is a cross cultural,

intergenerational, on for young and old, week of fun and informative events,” Mr Tucker-Evans said.

COTA Queensland co-ordinates Seniors Week and receives Queensland Government funding to collaboratively plan, run and subsidise Seniors Week events and activities.

“We encourage everyone to get involved.

“You don’t have to be old to attend and you don’t have to be young to have fun.”

This year, COTA Queensland is asking people to take the time to make a connection by listening to someone’s story or by sharing yours.

It is an opportunity for the entire community to connect.

“Seniors Week provides the opportunity for discovery of programs and services available to establish new and maintain existing relations,” Mr Tucker-Evans said.

Visit www.qldseniors week.org.au or phone 1300 738 348 for an event near you.

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MEMBER for Toowoomba North Trevor Watts has congratulated Lifeline Darling Downs on its successful funding application for two projects under the Gambling Community Benefit Fund grants program.

“I recognise the struggle for funding is constant and this is a wonderful outcome and much-needed financial boost for this outstanding organisation,” Mr Watts said.

Funding was received for the following projects: To buy an electric forklift, $16,960, for the Distribution Centre.

To buy a bin lifter, $6,033, Lifeline Smart Tip Shop.

“Lifeline is fortunate to have a group of dedicated volunteers working

tirelessly out in the community and I’m thrilled their work can now be made a little easier through the provision of this equipment,” Mr Watts said.

“These grant programs provide much-needed funds for community groups to help them provide the facilities and activities which make our communities better places,” he said.

“Previously, community groups could access four different funding programs depending on their location and eligibility.

“This has since been streamlined; the Gambling Community Benefit Fund now replaces the Jupiters Casino Community Benefit Fund, Breakwater Island

(L to R) Rob Hannemann, Derek Tuffield and Trevor Watts.

Casino Community Benefit Fund, Reef Hotel Casino Community Benefit Fund, and the former Gambling

Community Benefit Fund as a single, state-wide funding program.

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WORK is under way to convert the remaining section of Russell St, in Toowoomba, to two-way traffic. Infrastructure committee chair Cr Carol Taylor said the change would help improve traffic efficiency in the inner city.

“The eastern section of Russell St from Ruthven St to Neil St is being changed to two-way traffic with civil works including changes to traffic signals, line-marking and signage,” she said. “When completed, the whole of Russell St will be two-way traffic.”

Cr Taylor said Neil St would be converted to two-way traffic from Russell St to Herries St later in the year as part of changes to improve inner-city traffic.

“The work to change Neil St to two-way traffic will be carried out before the

end of 2015 and, once completed, the whole of the street will be two-way.

“These changes will tie in with the recently completed Outer Circulating Road Victoria St extension project.

Having a fully functioning Outer Circulating Road system will help alleviate congestion in the inner city. Having Russell and Neil Sts converted to two-way traffic will also improve traffic flow and give motorists more options to get to their destinations.

“Having two-way traffic on these streets will also provide a long-term boost for local businesses.”

Motorists will need to adjust to the changes in inner-city traffic flow and while new signage will be in place, the council will also run an educational campaign for drivers.

MEMBERS of the Toowoomba branch of the National Servicemen’s Association (Qld) Inc has invited those Nashos born in 1935 to a special celebratory luncheon on Sunday, August 9.

The luncheon will be held at the Irish Club Hotel, Russell St, Toowoomba.

All Nashos, their wives and family members are invited to this special day and are asked to phone secretary Joan on 4633 2564 for more information.

In June the widows of National Servicemen were honoured in a special way.

They were each presented with a memorial brooch and an orchid. This day was attended by the state president, state secretary and the state treasurer, as well as many of our members.

On October 24 we will hold our annual race day in the JJ Atkins room.

Those wishing to attend should phone Joan before October 13.

Members are reminded the Christmas party will be on Saturday, December 5, so if you wish to attend this enjoyable day phone Carol on 4614 1238.

Our branch will again conduct stalls for Remembrance Day at the shopping centres and those Nashos who are able to assist should phone Dennis on 4630 8228.

All National Servicemen are welcome to come to our meetings, which are held on the second Tuesday in September and November and the second Sunday in October at the Irish Club Hotel.

Social lunches are held on the third Friday of each month at noon at the City Golf Club. We’d love to see you there, where you can enjoy a chat over lunch with fellow Nashos.

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Tilly’s recipe for success THE CWA has long been synonymous with recipe books filled with delectable delights, so who better to launch Freedom Aged Care’s latest offering than Mrs Frances Tilly, a 50-year member of the Queensland Country Women’s Association?

Entitled Freedom Favourites, the recipe book boasts handy hints, poems, ditties, great art work, and naturally, recipes, contributed by residents, friends and staff of Freedom’s Toowoomba locations.

As the preface notes, the book is all about, “Happy experiences, rituals and memories from food lovingly prepared and shared.”

The recipes are wide and varied ranging from fruit sponge and all in chocolate cake, to more savoury offerings like cheese puffs, quick oyster chicken and Spanish beef.

The handy hints are very handy indeed!

Need to remove the smell of onion from your hands?

Try rubbing them with a stick of celery.

Need to know if an egg is fresh? Look for a rough surface, especially at the narrow end.

Proceeds from the sale of the book go towards Freedom’s Diversional Therapy Fund.

If you would like to purchase a copy – $10 per book – please contact Jan on 0409 451 343.

New name brings unity

Launching Freedom Aged Care’s Freedom Favourites recipe book is Frances Tilly, a 50-year member of the QCWA High Tea.

DDHHS Community Care include: Community Options (Warwick), Home and Community Care (Inglewood), Home and Community Care (Texas), Home and Community Care (Toowoomba and Darling Downs), HACC Allied Health Team (Darling Downs), Meals on Wheels (Inglewood), Transition Care Program (Toowoomba), Meals on Wheels (Millmerran), Oakey Transport (Oakey), Continence Service (Toowoomba), South Burnett Home Care (Kingaroy), Mt Lofty Home Care Packages (Toowoomba), Taroom Home Care Packages (Taroom), Wandoan Home Care Packages Wandoan), Warwick Home Care Packages (Warwick), Millmerran Home Care Packages (Millmerran).

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The services, which were previously known by a number of different names, will come under the one moniker of “Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service Community Care”.

“There are many reforms happening currently in the area of aged care services,” DDHHS director of Aged Care Luke Tanks said.

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“Contacts details for each of the services remain the same.”

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Improved Black Gully Park now open JOIN locals who have already discovered new play and exercising opportunities at Black Gully Park.

Toowoomba Regional Council’s Environmental Health, Parks and Recreation portfolio leader Cr Sue Englart said the installation of new play and exercise equipment was part of improvements at Black Gully Reserve, adjacent to Holbertson St between Teasdale Av and Oakleigh St. “Not only are people able to have fun and exercise safely, the new fenced dog off-leash area across the road at Clearview St Park has also been completed, where our canine friends

can do the same,” she said.

“The Clearview St Park is only the second fully fenced dog off-leash park in Toowoomba City.

“It is a wonderful facility for dog owners and their pets, providing a safer environment for dogs to run free.”

From a somewhat unloved and undeveloped park, the project has delivered new toilet facilities, a lit pathway, turfed areas for relaxation and the installation of low sandstone walls that help with drainage but provide a frame to the new spaces.

Cr Englart said the new swings, climbing frame and other play equipment are receiving a great deal

of attention with the sand soft fall proving another sensory and creative play experience.

“This is a very welcome addition to the neighbourhood and one which I am sure will be enjoyed by families for a long time to come,” she added.

“The improvements are the foundations to deliver on a key part of the Black Gully Parklands Concept Masterplan. The plan provides guidance to the long term development of this neighbourhood.

“The focus of the Black Gully Parklands is on promoting a healthy and active lifestyle with the emphasis on recreation and exercise.”

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Lyn’s reward is helping animals

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the animals, physical exercise and the satisfaction of a successful rehoming are among the benefits of volunteering.

Lyn said there were many misconceptions surrounding the services provided by the RSPCA. Contrary to popular belief, animals are only euthanised if there are behavioural or health issues that cannot be resolved, resulting in some animals living out their lives at the shelter.

Similarly, puppies and kittens are not the only successful adoptees.

Whereas young families tend to like to grow up with their pets, there have been many successful cases of older animals living very compatibly with older owners.

One of the questions most commonly asked is why a charity charges for

its animals.

“We have to pay staff and all our utilities and everything else…we have to feed them (the animals), de-sex them, worm them, get all their vet treatments,” Lyn said.

Everyone enjoys a good sale, however, and the RSPCA discounts its purchase prices at various stages throughout the year.

Unknown to many, the RSPCA also offers microchipping, grooming services and even boarding facilities.

So if you have a few spare hours, are not afraid of hard work and enjoy the companionship of others, there are a range of volunteering opportunities with the RSPCA. For more information see the website rspcaqld.org.au or call (07) 4634 1304.

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THE image of a straggly, down-on-its-luck dog or the strains of All Creatures Great and Small are often the first things that come to mind when people think of the RSPCA. But as volunteer Lyn Joyce explains, there is a lot more to this organisation and it is not just the animals that benefit.

The former secondary school and TAFE teacher has been an RSPCA volunteer for 16 months. Her duties are wide and varied, including at-home administration work and on-site duties ensuring the comfort and cleanliness of her charges.

“The work isn’t always easy and it isn’t always clean, but it is always rewarding,” Lyn said.

Indeed, the chance to work with a variety of people, getting to know

THE Office of Fair Trading is urging consumers and businesses to “Get Smarter with Your Data”.

Fair Trading acting executive director Tony Johnson said consumers and business needed to think about protecting their personal information from identity theft.

“Sadly, identity crime is now one of the most common crimes in

Australia, with an estimated economic impact exceeding $1.6 billion in this country every year,” he said.

To minimise the risk of identity theft: Think twice about what you say and do online; keep your mobile devices and computers secure; choose your passwords carefully; beware of any request for your details or money and get a copy of

your credit report.

You should contact your bank or credit union immediately if you think your banking details might have been compromised. You can contact IDcare, Australia, and New Zealand’s national identity support service, if your identity information has been stolen. Visit www.idcare.org or call 1300 432 273. www.seniorsnewspaper.com.au

Retirees prudent in ‘super’ planning access their super and examines what might happen if the age that individuals can access super – the preservation age – is raised.

The report found most retirees are prudent in the way they draw down on their superannuation and, while the use of lump sums attracts much attention, they are not problematic.

Researchers examined whether individuals altered their draw down well in advance of the Age Pension age to gain access to the payment and found little evidence that individuals were acting strategically, and instead found other factors – such as experiencing the onset of disability – were the reasons why some draw

down early and exhaust their super savings.

Where lump sums were taken, they were mostly used to pay down debt, invest in income stream products, and purchase durable goods for use in retirement.

Less than 30 per cent of superannuation benefits were taken as lump sums, with most super benefits

taken as income streams.

“The current body of research suggests that the practice of restructuring assets in order to gain access to the Age Pension is not widespread,” the report stated.

National Seniors chief executive Michael O’Neill said the Productivity Commission report said people near retirement

Don’t deal with Plus One Companions THE Office of Fair Trading is warning Queenslanders not to deal with online business Plus One Companions or its proprietors Matthew Elliot and Travis Burch.

The Gold Coast-based business, which operates nationwide, purports to offer non-sexual escort services.

The OFT has been made aware of the activities of the business following an investigation by another law enforcement agency.

Plus One Companions advertises for “companions’’ on websites including Gumtree and Seek. A tele-

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marketer then phones the applicant and takes payment in exchange for listing on a database accessible only by members.

Companions pay between $219 and $495 and are promised four to six inquiries a month from members seeking companions, and the chance to earn $150 an hour and up to $150,000 a year.

However, the investigation revealed Plus One Companions has no members and no companions have ever received any work.

Fair Trading acting executive director Tony Johnson

said the business was simply a sham and should be avoided.

“The business has been set up with the sole intent to defraud and never intended to offer any legitimate service in exchange for payments received,’’ he said.

“Before signing up to a dating or companionship service, consumers should do plenty of research.

“Look for independent reviews on other websites and stick to services with a proven and long-standing reputation. Thoroughly read the terms and conditions before committing.’’

were attuned to the issue of longevity.

“Having scrimped and saved all their lives, Australians are not blowing their super lump sums on luxury holidays.

“We accept that as the pension age rises the preservation age will inevitably, slowly, follow suit.”

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RETIREES are being prudent in the way they draw down their superannuation with a report showing most older Australians are not restructuring assets to gain access to the Age Pension.

The Productivity Commission report, Superannuation Policy for Post-Retirement, explores when and how people

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Vaccination the best prevention as flu cases reach record numbers RECORD numbers of Australians have been diagnosed with the flu this winter, prompting health authorities to renew warnings about vaccination.

Health Minister Sussan Ley said the latest figures showed more than 14,000 flu cases have been reported so far this year in Australia.

That compares to 9258

cases at the same time last year.

Australia’s chief medical officer Professor Chris Baggoley said people at risk — such as those aged over 65, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, pregnant women and anyone with a chronic condition — should take advantage of the free vaccine.

“People who had the flu

vaccine in 2014 need to have it in 2015, particularly this year, following a rare double strain change in the vaccine,” Professor Baggoley said.

Influenza is highly contagious, spreading easily from person to person, through the air and on hands.

“We need higher uptake (of the vaccine) in

vulnerable groups.

Immunisation is still the best form of protection from influenza,” Professor Baggoley said.

It is more serious than a cold, with symptoms such as fever, sore throat and muscle aches, which can develop suddenly and last about as long as a week.

Some patients can develop complications such as pneumonia and

bronchitis, resulting in hospitalisation and even death.

This year, there is a rare double strain circulating, so the vaccine has been updated to reflect this.

Importantly, the flu vaccine does not contain any live virus therefore you cannot get flu from receiving the vaccine.

The flu vaccine is recommended for

everyone from six months of age but it is available free under the National Immunisation Program for people at high risk of complications. This includes people aged 65 years and over.

Experts say side effects are usually mild and go away within a few days, usually without any treatment.

Courtesy: medical reporter Sophie Scott, ABC

A ‘one-stop-shop’ for women’s health

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GREAT SERVICE: The BreastScreen mobile facility.

up-to-date with these important checks, now’s the time to do so.

“This one-stop-shop approach will allow us to help more local women to make their health a priority.

“It’s as easy as calling 13 20 50 for an appointment.”

Ms Hobbs said women aged 40 and over should have a free breast screen every two years, and women aged 18 and over should have a pap smear every two years.

“Regular checks are vital because 90 per cent of women who develop breast cancer have no family history of the disease, with similar figures for those who develop cervical cancer,” she said.

“Even if women have had the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine they should continue to have regular pap smears.”

Ms Hobbs said women who were due for a breast screen but unable to

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“Our mobile service has been extremely popular in and around Toowoomba in recent times, so call 13 20 50 to make an appointment,” she said.

Additional information: DDHHS Mobile Women’s Health Nurses conduct regular free women’s health clinics at locations throughout the Darling Downs and other locations.

For more information phone 4616 6809.

The BreastScreen Mobile Digital Service will be at a variety of locations around Toowoomba over the coming months including: Gatton Hospital from now until August 26.

More details on cancer screening are available at visit; http://www.health. qld.gov.au/publichealth /cancer-screening/.

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Jessica Hobbs, Health Promotion Officer for BreastScreen Queensland’s Toowoomba Service said a women’s health nurse from Darling Downs Hospital and Health Service (DDHHS) would be on hand every Friday to provide free pap smear tests.

“This is a great opportunity to have two very important checks done on the one day,” Ms Hobbs said.

“In 2015 more than 15,000 Australian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and around 850 with cervical cancer.

“We know that early detection of women’s cancers provides the best chance of survival and quality of life, so if you haven’t been keeping

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Tasman Venture – let nature’s humpback whales amaze you FOR Hervey Bay’s ultimate whale watching experience, cruise aboard the Tasman Venture.

Let the humpback whales amaze you with their close encounters and spectacular breaching.

Travelling with Tasman Venture guarantees you a fast, comfortable journey, giving you more time with the whales.

The luxurious 20 metre catamaran is specifically designed for whale watching, offering clear viewing decks, underwater viewing windows and a unique water level viewing platform for the ultimate up close and personal experience.

Their friendly, experienced and accredited staff will ensure you have an amazing experience you will never forget.

The luxurious 20 metre catamaran is designed for whale watching.

Tasman Venture’s half day whale watching cruise departs twice daily from the Hervey Bay Marina and provides passengers with a tranquil cruise through the Great Sandy Strait, past rugged untouched islands before

travelling along the remote pristine western side of World Heritage listed Fraser Island.

View the abundant marine life swimming in the crystal clear waters of the bay before finding a pod of whales at play in

Get up close and personal with the humpbacks.

the protected waters.

Enjoy once in a lifetime up close and personal encounters with these majestic creatures and marvel at their sheer size and athleticism.

The friendly and experienced staff will

The daily trips with Tasman Venture depart at either 8.30am or 12.30pm, with each tour lasting about four hours.

For more information please visit www.tasman venture.com.au or phone 1800 620 322.

provide expert commentary throughout the tour as well as serving a morning tea and delicious antipasti platter.

The tour concludes with a relaxing cruise back to the Hervey Bay Marina in air-conditioned comfort.

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LATIN America Group Tours is passionate about its beautiful part of the world and is waiting to introduce you to its many wonders.

Horacio and Stella Passeggi came to Australia 18 years ago from Uruguay in South America where he was head of Nissan and she was involved in organising tours for employees, customers and dealers who wanted to visit the Nissan factories in Mexico, Spain and Japan.

Moving across to the travel industry was a natural process, especially given their love of travel which they always organised for themselves. Nothing like experience for discovering and solving difficulties!

They love the satisfaction of giving their passengers the “genuine article” – helping them experience the real Latin America and revealing all its hidden gems. Their clients don’t just visit a country.

They experience the real life there.

The Passeggis’ favourite destination is Rio de Janeiro. They love its great food, weather, friendly locals, caipirinha (Brazil’s traditional drink) and the best music. No wonder they return so often!

But Rio is just one of the fabulous places to go. Latin America Group Tours specialise in every destination from Mexico down through Central America into South America. Their tours offer the most comprehensive combination

of value for money, authentic activities and excellent service.

Main destinations are Peru, Argentina and Brazil in South America; and Mexico, Guatemala and Cuba in North and Central America. If you have only three or four weeks, these are the places to go.

Horaccio and Stella specialise in escorted groups but people can ask them to design their own itineraries. They often have passengers for a full or a segment of a tour who then branch out onto specific personal interests, such as wild life, textiles, golf etc.

They pride themselves on their flexibility.

Local guides are carefully selected, especially those with indigenous ancestry.

These are the experts who can give you more insights into their culture and can take you to special places, festivities and religious celebrations not covered by the conventional tourist trade.

Customers claim it’s like going on your own with the advantage of having someone with you who knows the language and culture, so your issues are resolved and all the planning is done.

To experience the delights of Latin America with that special personal touch, contact Horacio and Stella on 5492 5374 or visit their website: www.latinamericagrouptours.com. You can also say hello at the Toowoomba U3A expo.

Easy tours? Stonestreets!

STONESTREETS Coaches and Travel has been escorting small group tours throughout Australia since 1993.

During this time they have built a huge following of happy travellers and contributed to the creation of many wonderful memories.

There isn’t a corner of Australia that a Stonestreets tour hasn’t seen – from bitumen freeways to not so smooth roads such as the Gunbarrel Track!

Recently, at the suggestion of their Travel Club members, Stonestreets decided to explore the possibility of widening their speciality of personally escorted tours to overseas destinations.

After much planning, Stonestreets Travel took its first Small Group International tour to the USA. That tour proved to be so popular that Stonestreets then arranged a tour through Europe culminating with a cruise on the River Rhine.

The first European tour sold out within weeks so a second sell out tour was arranged.

Following the successful introduction of Stonestreets Small Group International Travel, the Stonestreet family appointed a dedicated international tour co-ordinator, Sue McPherson. Sue has a wealth of experience with international travel and many contacts in the industry.

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One of these contacts was a company called Made Easy Tours, another company specialising in small group international tours.

With the owner of Made Easy Tours wishing to retire and Stonestreets Travel entering a new phase of international touring, the Stonestreet Family decided to purchase Made Easy Tours, creating Stonestreets – Made Easy Tours.

Since the amalgamation, Sue has been very busy planning small group tours to many exotic international destinations: Vietnam, Africa, European battlefields, Canada and the USA just to name a few.

She can also plan and book international travel for individuals to any destination.

Stonestreets is now set to

release the next edition of their Destinations booklet, packed full of fantastic escorted holiday tours throughout Australia and the world.

Give Stonestreets – Made Easy Tours a call today on 1800 673 337 for your free copy and you will soon discover Tours, Made Easy with Stonestreets.

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AUSTRALIAN Getaway Tours is a Charter and Tour Coach Company operating from Toowoomba Queensland.

It is a privately owned coach company with no connection to other operators.

Some of their points of difference are: ■ When they say they are going, they go.

■ They stay at quality motels.

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tours. By keeping the numbers to this they have great interaction with all on the tour, everyone sees more, hears more, does more, and overall makes for a tour that everyone can participate in. They don’t just drive past, they stop hop out and enjoy.

■ Their coach has 29 reclining high back seat belted seats with foot rests, large tinted windows for easy viewing, air conditioned, TV and audio, wall to wall carpet and restroom equipped. Airbag suspension for that smooth ride.

Please contact them for a flyer of major attractions each year, and a fridge magnet for your fridge

and one for a friend.

For further details on any tour please go to their website or contact them and they will forward them to you.

The company has introduced a new tour to their inventory – Carnarvon Gorge.

This tour includes a helicopter ride over the gorge, guided bush walk and a sunset afternoon at a nearby station.

Note, as there is a maximum number of 24 people on a tour the trips do fill fast.

To find out more, phone Captain Ken and crew on 07 4696 1857 or 1800 009 092 Web www.getaway tours.com.au Email admin@getaway tours.com.au

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Magical Mystery Tour benefits renal unit

Shane Schulz and Josie Skewes are ready to take on the Magical Mystery Tour.

A SEAT on the Beatlesinspired ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ is set to be the hottest ticket in town.

The Magical Mystery Tour is a progressive dinner with a twist, being held on Saturday, August 15 to aid Toowoomba Hospital’s Renal Unit.

Hosted by well-known local identity Krazy Kevin, there will be Beatles trivia and memorabilia, a

sing-along, competitions, raffles and prizes.

Guests will enjoy a three course meal as the Magical Mystery Bus visits three magical venues around Toowoomba for an evening of good food and loads of fun and laughter.

Toowoomba Hospital Renal Unit Nurse Unit Manager Josie Skewes said all funds raised dur-

ing the event would go directly to Toowoomba Hospital’s Renal Unit.

“The funds will be used to purchase patient and staff resources and equipment to help provide optimal care in the very busy renal unit,” Ms Skewes said.

Toowoomba Hospital Foundation Community Engagement and Events Manager Melanie Coultas said everyone was encour-

aged to come dressed in their finest hippie gear.

“We are going all out Beatles for this tour and we’d love for people to get into the spirit of the era.”

Tickets are $70 with only 100 available. The tour will start at 5.30pm.

Visit http://www.toowoomba hospitalfoundation.org.au/events/ MMTour or phone (07) 4616 6166.

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human approach to the tragedy that unfolded on the morning of April 15, 1912, by detailing the real life stories of some of the actual passengers. To be staged in the beautifully restored Empire Theatre from August 13-15, the event promises a memorable evening of entertainment. Tickets are available at the box office – adults $25, concession $18, children under 14 $15. Contact 1300 655 299 or boxoffice@ empiretheatre.com.au.

Sea and Sky – Stanthorpe If you love music and you love wine, then this could be the event for you.

Hosted by Robert Channon Wines (32 Bradley Lane), the Brisbane City Pops Orchestra will be presenting a program “inspired by the beauty and splendour of wind and water”. Held within the toasty confines of the winery’s Swigmore Hall, the event on Sunday, August 16 promises to be a wintery treat. Bookings can be made on 07 4683 3260 or email info@robert channonwines.com. $25 inclusive of glass of wine during the interval.

Chinchilla Markets Held in the grounds of the Chinchilla Visitor Information Centre on the third Sunday of every month, the Chinchilla Markets have something for everyone. It offers a variety of goods, you’ll never know what you might find. So if you are in the area, go along for a look. Next market is scheduled for Sunday, August 16, 7am-noon.

Phone 07 4665 7556.

NTI Rosebowl Polocrosse Carnival - Warwick Sometimes described as a cross between polo and

lacrosse or a ball game for horse lovers, polocrosse is a fast-paced, exciting team sport that has been played in Warwick since 1953.

The weekend of August 21-23 sees the return of the NTI Rosebowl Polocrosse Carnival, featuring both daytime and evening games. The carnival will be held at Morgan Park (Old Stanthorpe Rd) and admission is $12.50 for a day/night ticket or $8 just for the night games. For more information, contact Les Fraser on 0419 714 545 or visit www.warwick polox.com.au.

Millmerran Sheep Races This fun-filled day scheduled for Saturday, August 29 is suitable for all age groups and is a fundraiser for St Joseph’s Primary School. Held at the Millmerran Showgrounds, this year’s event boasts a Mexican theme. Admission is free, with the gates opening at 11am, first race at 1pm.

Further information can be obtained from the school on 07 4695 1349; millmerran@twb. catholic.edu.au.

Bunya Mountain Markets Set in the gorgeous surrounds of the Bunya Mountains, this great little market offers a variety of goods ranging from handicrafts, fruit, vegetables, cheese, fudge and delicious homemade biscuits. Running from 9am-2pm, the markets are held on the last Sunday of every month, with the next market scheduled for August 30. The nearby walking trails, abundance of wild wallabies and cafes make this a pleasant – if somewhat chilly – day out.

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Diversity and harmony are key themes with the many languages and cultures within the Toowoomba region taking centre stage at this family-friendly event.

Entertainment includes an Indian arts spectacular, music and dance performances and a Health and Wellness Expo. International food and market stalls will satisfy all taste preferences. The festival will be held on Sunday, August 9 in Toowoomba’s Queens Park, with free entry for children (adults pay $5). Contact Frances Holmes on 0408 070 300 or visit www.tlcfestival.com.au.

Old Time Dance – The Woolshed at Jondaryan The Friends of the Woolshed are organising an old time dance on Saturday, August 8, from 8pm. Featuring a live band monte carlo, raffles and supper, this is a family-friendly event with the option of staying over for the night. (Camping and accommodation options are available on site.) Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children.

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Cent Sale for a good cause THE Missionary Sisters of St Peter Claver are holding their next Cent Sale on Wednesday, September 2, at All Seasons Function Hall, corner North and Tor Sts, Toowoomba.

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DAY OUT: Bagpipe players from the Toowoomba Caledonian Society will be at the Toowoomba Languages and Cultural Festival.

One world, many faces “WHERE else can a senior get all this for just $5?” asks Gitie House, president of the Toowoomba Multicultural Society and Organising Chair for the up-coming Toowoomba Languages and Cultural Festival.

The “all this” is in reference to more than 40 food stalls, 35 market stalls, 65 non-stop multicultural performances, a health and wellness expo, photographic exhibition and even a T12 cricket match that will be happening at Toowoomba’s Queens Park.

In its 10th year, the festival promises to be bigger and better than ever and will feature performances and displays from a number of community groups including a Bollywood dance troupe from Brisbane, Maori Haka performers, Japanese Taiko drummers and dancers from as far afield as Sri Lanka, the Solomon Islands and the Middle East.

The festival will be held on Sunday, August 9.

For further information, contact Frances Holmes on 0408 070 300 or visit www.tlcfestival.com.au.

Entertainment, like the Sri Lankan dance troupe, will be featured at the festival.

Watercolour maestros come to Warwick MORE than 50 exquisite watercolours from the Queensland Art Gallery’s Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) Collection will be on display when Transparent Watercolours in Queensland 1850s –

1980s visits Warwick Art Gallery.

The display reveals the talent and achievements of Queensland’s great watercolour artists including Conrad Mariens, Harriet Jane

Neville-Rolf, JJ Hilder, Kenneth Macqueen, WG Grant, Isaac Walter Jenner and many others who occupy a significant place in the history of Australian art.

The Warwick Art Gallery

is at 49 Albion Street and is open Tuesday–Friday 10am–4pm; Saturday and Sunday 10am–1pm.

It is closed Mondays and public holidays.

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Toowoomba Christmas Tree Festival launched

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Careerism 3. Reticence LAUNCH: Holding the cheque are Toowoomba Clubhouse Association chairman Professor Peter Swannell and Christmas Tree Festival Committee deputy chairman Alan Pennington, with Christmas Tree Festival Committee chairman Richard Thompson, flanked by club members Teresa and Shane.

challenges brought about by dealing with mental health issues.

The Christmas Tree Festival will again be staged by Middle Ridge Uniting Church, Stenner St, between December 9 and 18.

All are welcome, and the committee is inviting those

Queensland Pops Orchestra: Early days

By Christopher Patrick TO QUOTE from the introductory program notes of the Lord Mayor’s 19th Command Performance from October 10, 1985: “It is considered by experts that Colin Harper’s choice of music will fill a void in Brisbane’s cultural life and – as is evident already – will make his new orchestra a popular institution”.

This 1985 concert – the fourth ever of Brisbane’s newest professional orchestra, The Queensland Pops – took place at the recently opened Concert Hall of the Queensland Performing Arts Complex.

It continued a year of history in the making, following the QPO’s inaugural performance in the QPAC Lyric Theatre on New Year’s Eve, 1984 (which was effectively the “christening” concert of the new theatre complex, taking place several months before QPAC’s official opening in April 1985).

The Queensland Pops Orchestra is justifiably proud to be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, so it’s timely to pause and reflect on the fledgling days of our beloved orchestra – and perhaps the elements that have contributed to its longevity.

Founder conductor/music director Colin Harper

believed there was a need in Queensland (and particularly in Brisbane) for an orchestra able to cater for the vast middle-of-the-road public who liked a potpourri of well-known opera arias, popular classics, sentimental old melodies, modern musicals and – as Colin once said – a little not-too-loud “pop”.

Colin guided and nurtured the orchestra to great national acclaim before his untimely passing in early 2004.

He took the Pops’ hugely successful Scotland The Brave concert series to the Sydney Opera House and Melbourne Concert Hall in 1999, and the fact that both were sellout performances by an orchestra unknown to interstate audiences remains the stuff of legend.

In the early concerts, Colin Harper’s bent for production was palpable.

His eye for visual effects, expert lighting and a constant stage turnaround of singers, dancers and scene-stealers of all colours, shapes and sizes ensured the orchestra lived up to its premise: to entertain and enthral, in a light-hearted yet highly polished and professional way.

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concert. For a time, the orchestra was badged “The 4BH Queensland Pops Orchestra” in recognition of that radio station’s support.

This enabled Colin Harper to headline popular local stars of the time, including Brisbane comedy cabaret band Wickety Wak and singer (and future G & S musical entrepreneur) Simon Gallaher among others.

Right from the start the Pops gave young, talented singers and instrumental artists their first big break – to perform live on stage with a full symphony orchestra.

Artists from these very early concerts that have gone on to achieve both national and international acclaim include opera singer sisters Miriam and Clare Gormley and ABC TV’s Choir Of Hard Knocks director Jonathan Welch.

By 1988, the Queensland Pops Orchestra had established itself as one of Australia’s foremost light entertainment orchestras, and that legacy continues ever strong under the enterprising and dynamic stewardship of conductor and music director Patrick Pickett CSM. As cellist with the Pops since 1985, I have watched with pride how the orchestra has continued to evolve and prosper.

Long may this great orchestra continue!

who would like to either decorate a tree (provided) and/or volunteer to work at the festival, to register.

Forms and information can be found on the website at www.mr.uniting church .org.au.

The theme of the 2015 event is The Blessings of Christmas.

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Myall Park Spring Day MYALL PARK Botanic Garden Spring Day will be held on August 29, 2015, at 11am.

The official opening of the Bird Hide and Honeyeater Walk improvements is at noon, with bird walks at 5pm, Saturday, August 29, and also 7am, Sunday, August 30.

There will be children’s activities, plants for sale, and an art display. Morning and afternoon teas and lunch are available.

Entry is $10, or free for children under 14. Phone 4665 6705 to RSVP or email myall parkbotanic@bigpond .com, or see www.myallparkbotanic garden.com.

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