South City Bulletin | January 2015

FR

1 au 06 m. ue .co Iss tin le 15 ul 20 b y ity ar thc nu u Ja .so w w w

EE

New Lexus

at Springwood

Sun-damaged skin?

IPSP has a place for you

Build a Better Business for only $99

HOME RENOVATION Lots more at www.southcitybulletin.com.au

THIS IS YOUR NEW LEXUS 2014 PLATE CLEARANCE NOW ON

2

Now is the time to experience the new Lexus with an incredibly low finance rate available on a range of 2014 plated vehicles.

Better still, there’s also the assurance of Guaranteed Future Value if you buy through Lexus Ownership Solutions.†

LEXUS OF SPRINGWOOD 3426 Pacific Highway, Springwood PH: 07 3489 6800 lexusofspringwood.com.au

Comparison Rate* across CT, IS, ES, GS and RX lines

/LexusofSpringwood

*1.8% comparison rate is available to approved Personal Applicants and a 1.8% annual percentage rate is available to approved Business Applicants of Lexus Financial Services for the fi nancing of a new 2014 Build CT, IS, ES, GS and RX models while stocks last. Excludes demonstrators and service loan cars. Finance applications must be received and approved between 1/11/2014 and 31/1/2015 and vehicles registered and delivered by 31/1/15. O er not available to government, fleet or rental customers. Maximum fi nance term of 36 months applies. Conditions, fees and charges apply. Comparison rate based on a 5-year secured consumer fixed rate loan of $30,000. WARNING: This comparison rate is true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. Lexus Financial Services is a division of Toyota Finance Australia Limited ABN 48 002 435 181, AFSL and Australian Credit Licence 392536. Lexus reserves the right to extend any offer. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with the Lexus Corporate Program. †The Guaranteed Future Value (GFV) is the minimum value of your new or approved demonstrator Lexus at the end of your finance contract, as determined by Lexus Financial Services (LFS). If you decide to return your car to Lexus at the end of your term, LFS will pay you the agreed GFV, which will be put against your final payment, subject to fair wear and tear conditions and agreed kilometres being met. The information provided is general in nature.

You should seek your own financial advice to determine whether Lexus Ownership Solutions is appropriate for your individual circumstances.

www.southcitybulletin.com.au | January 2015

COMMUNITY HUB

CARING 4 PETS on the Southside For the animal shelters of Brisbane January and the post-Christmas break brings with it the highest levels of pets using the facilities than at any other time of the year, writes Samantha Lee.

Our Brisbane shelters face this major dilemma every year, and every year more and more pets are surrendered before the Christmas holidays and in the lead up to the mid-year holidays. A staggering 30–40% more pets are estimated to go through the doors of Brisbane’s RSPCA during these times, and is on the rise. In 2014 The Animal Welfare League of Qld re-homed 6,500 animals – 867 in December alone. Some of these would have been animals surrendered by owners who couldn’t arrange care for their pets in the holidays.

RSPCA’s Michael Beatty says you have to do right by your pets and get them organised care while you are away. Don’t let it get to the point where you feel you have no choice but to surrender them. “Organise a kennel early on or speak to friends and family who can watch your

pets instead of surrendering them last minute,” he says.

So what options do you have if you need to re-home your pet or have your pet cared for?

• The first option is to contact all friends and family to find someone willing to take your pet. Sending your pet to someone you know will reassure you that your pet will be well cared for.

• If you’re going on holiday and need care for your pet then organise a kennel. Shady Acres Pet Resort Dog Kennel and Cattery is one of many kennel options on the Southside. They have facilities to meet all the needs of every breed and have wide open spaces for your pet to embrace their holidaying experience.

• Your next option is to advertise your pet for

adoption or foster care via public advertising sites such as Gumtree or the Trading Post.

• If you have exhausted all these avenues and need a solution, the Animal Welfare League of Queensland will re-home your pet, and your pet will remain in the care of the facility until they are rehomed. Paying the small fee for food and vet checks also means your pet is well cared for.

The RSPCA suggests that if you have been thinking about getting a pet for the family, don’t just rush to the pet shop and pick the first one you see. Research which type of pet will suit your family and lifestyle – RSPCA can help.

There is no use having a highly active dog if no one is home for 12 hours a day.

It’s vitally important to do the best by our pets and to also help and support our local shelters. Choosing to adopt a fur friend through a shelter instead of opting for pet stores means pets are given a second chance, and more often than not you will be getting a pet full of love to give.

• Finally, if all other options have failed, as a last resort you can surrender them to the RSPCA. This isn’t a decision you can make lightly, and all options should be exhausted before surrendering your pet.

CONTACTS RSPCA (07) 3426 9928 Animal Welfare League Beenleigh (07) 3807 3782 Shady Acres Pet Resort (07) 3206 4236

e LOGAN DIGGERS lub! n h O t s ’ t a t h W a C JANUARY

Ds E T I M I L N U 0 0 40 e i t r BINGO Pa6

$

Ev Tuesery PM iday Janu n ary

TH

M TUESDAYEP N 7.30PM M YES DOW P 0 .3 5 N E P O TH DOORS 3 1 M P Y A TUESD M EYES DOWN 7.30PM 5.30P TH DOORS OPEN 0 2 M P Y A D TUES M EYES DOWN 7.30PM 5.30P TH DOORS OPEN 7 2 M P TUESDAMY EYES DOWN 7.30PM DOORS OPEN

5.30P

PETS ARE D TE LIMI IN GET Y! EARL

p to $10 0,0 0 0 nu Wi n Now at Loga Diggers!

CE TO HAN RC OU RY FO

*

Logan’s Number 1 www.logandiggers.com.au

FREE

Delicio us Pies, Sp Party rin Rolls & g Cake

Gaming Promotion

00 2,0 S

$

NEW MENU RELEASE Management & Head Chef Steven Seychell are Delighted to Introduce a Delicious New Menu for Your Enjoyment!

Breads Starters Salads Pastas/Rice Steaks Steak Toppers Mains Something Else Sides Kids Desserts

ER DIGG LLAR$ DO way Given A EVERKY! WEE

3208 8122

DRAWS FROM 1.45PM

00 Y DAY $5 A DRAWS D S E U T FROM SPIT TICKETS -8PM 7PM N O O N 12 0 0 5 $ T GH SDAY NI DRAWS WEDNE FROM SPIT S T E K TIC 7PM ON-8PM O N 2 1 00 5 $ T H G AY NI DRAWS THURSD SPIT FROM TICKETS 5PM 3.30PM 0AM-4.4 1 0 0 $5 AY DAY SATURD For your chance to WIN your GAMBLE RESPONSIBLY

Club

SPIT TICKETS PM 10AM-2

share of $2000, simply insert your card into any gaming machine while you play & tickets automatically spit in the barrel for you!

*Conditions Apply.

FUN | FOOD | FUNCTIONS | FAMILY January 2015 | www.southcitybulletin.com.au

3

Next Issue: 03 February 2015 Advertising Booking Deadline: 23 January 2015 Artwork Deadline: 26 January 2015 Phone: (07) 3804 3696 enquiries@southcitybulletin.com.au Publisher: Brijova Consultants Pty Ltd Shop 6, 3-15 Dennis Road, Springwood QLD 4127

THE AUSSIE RENO LOVE AFFAIR

Feature with Amanda Sheehan

How to renovate your home and keep your sanity

PO Box 279, Springwood QLD 4127 Disclaimer: While every care is taken in the preparation and placement of advertising, the publisher, staff, or agents shall not be liable for errors or omissions or subsequent effects. Those who place advertisements and/or supply any material to South City Bulletin undertake to ensure that all such material does not infringe the Competition & Consumer Act 2010 or other laws, regulations or statutes, including copyright of text and photographs whether in print or online, and agree to indemnify the publisher, its staff or agents against any investigations, claims or judgements. The publisher does not accept responsibility for statements made by advertisers. Readers should make their own enquiries as to the veracity and/or usability of products advertised in South City Bulletin. The publication of an editorial does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of views or opinions expressed.

Like our Facebook page www.facebook.com/SCBulletin

www.southcitybulletin.com.au

4

15% OFF ALL BOXES when you mention this ad

24/7 Accessible secure storage units Individually alarmed unites & cctv cameras Home, Car, Boat & R.V storage Commercial storage (forklift on-site) Packing boxes, Tape, Butchers paper FREE move in truck or trailer available

Some may find home renovation a bit daunting, but Australians are having a love affair with it regardless. Reports suggest that around one in ten undertook home improvement work last year. Amanda Sheehan spoke to some savvy Southsiders who explained why renovating was a great choice for them and shared their best advice.

Many people make the decision to renovate because they can’t afford to buy a newer home in a desired area. Purchasing “the worst house in the best street” can make entry into a sought-after suburb more achievable. The Beasley family gained entry into Yeronga a few years ago when they purchased a pre-war home that was badly in need of some TLC. “Buying a home that was advertised as a ‘renovator’s dream’ meant we could get a foothold in the area, and we didn’t mind spending the money on renovations because we knew the property would only improve in value over time,” explains Sandra Beasley.

Reno vs new home The soaring costs of building a new home have also fuelled the renovating trend, with many home owners finding it more affordable to stay put and update their existing home.

The Darnley family decided to renovate their Moorooka home when they grew to a family of four and needed more room to move. “Our house was basically bursting at the seams but buying a new home was not financially possible.

So staying put and adding extra living areas seemed to make sense, and we definitely saved money doing it this way.”

When you consider the additional costs associated with selling, moving and buying a

new home, renovating becomes even more appealing. Charles Vanderstam from BTS Homes sees renovating as cost effective because it “eliminates considerable costs for relocation, solicitors and stamp duty”. These costs can often tally up to $50,000 – an amount that many renovators consider is better invested in their existing home. The time lapse between selling your existing home and finding a new one can also prove costly if you need to rent a home during this period.

Career “House Flipping” Many people have made a career out of home renovating for profit, or “house flipping”. Not only can it be a profitable experience, but the opportunity to be your own boss has its own appeal. In the past twenty years, Jo-Anne Sonter has reconfigured and upgraded over a dozen homes in suburbs such as Regents Park, Moorooka and Holland Park. With a family of five children and another on the way, Jo-Anne feels that home renovating is the perfect “job” for her. “I love the flexibility and would much rather be doing this than sitting behind a desk,” she explains, adding that the hands-on approach of renovating has always appealed to her.

To be a success renovating for profit must be well-researched. Experts recommend studying the local market to ensure there is a good range of sale prices in that area. For example, if the lowest selling home in an area has recently been $400,000 and the highest sale has been $450,000, there is no real scope to make a significant profit. But if homes in the area have sale prices ranging from $400,000 to $800,000, which is common in inner city suburbs, there is

better potential to make money.

Aside from profitability, “house flippers” report that they find great satisfaction in taking a rough diamond and turning it into a home that someone will call their own. “The reward comes when the house is sold and you know that someone else appreciates your efforts,” Jo-Anne Sonter explains.

A dose of reality Whilst television shows such as House Rules and The Block may portray renovating as all glitz and glamour, the reality is somewhat different.

In the real world it can take weeks or months for architectural plans to pass through council, and finding suitable contractors does not happen overnight. DIY work may look easy on television, but Queensland Health reports there are around 2000 related injuries each year, most commonly incurred while using power tools and grinders.

Even the most seasoned renovators describe the process as challenging in every way imaginable, emphasising that flexibility is important particularly where time and money is concerned. Jo-Anne Sonter recommends “allowing double the budget and double the time – that way you might just get a nice surprise at the end rather than a big shock”.

VIP Property Group have been active in the property market in the Asian community for over 10 years and have developed a large network of buyers and investors.

If you want to develop your land, market your project, or sell your house fast and achieve the best market value, please talk to me today!

Teresa Yi 0413 313 594

Residential

Commercial

Residential • Commercial • Management www.southcitybulletin.com.au | January 2015

House & Land Packages

F 07 - 3711 7123

Property Management

Individual Tailor Made Packages

E info@vippropertygroup.net

Shop 6, 3-15 Dennis Road, Springwood, Qld 4127

TIME TO LET

GO WITH…

The ultimate experience of pure indulgence Professional Manicures, Pedicures, Beauty packages, Facial & body treatments … and more

Happy New Year !

January is clear-out time with loads of

1/2 price bargains...

Julie-Anne offers a superb, caring & experienced service.

The thought of living in chaos within your own “work in progress” turns many people away from the idea of renovating, but the Julien family from Sunnybank have demonstrated that careful planning coupled with a slow and steady approach can alleviate drama. The family recommends renovating gradually and in stages. “It can be overwhelming if you try to do everything at once,” Alida Julien says.

Even though the Sonters undertook a major re-configuration of their Coorparoo home, they still managed to have a functioning kitchen and bathroom for the duration.

However, Jo-Anne insists that the family of seven would have coped without these conveniences if they had to. “You can always get creative and pretend you’re camping,” she says.

A word about asbestos Many DIY renovators are uneducated regarding the dangers of asbestos. A recent

study in the Medical Journal of Australia found 61 per cent of DIY renovators surveyed were exposed to asbestos during home renovations. The Cancer Council and the Department of Health in WA have tackled this through an online education course to educate renovators about the risks associated with handling asbestos. Check it out here: www.elearning.cancer.org.au/courses Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie Clift encouragesall DIY renovators to use a licensed professional asbestos removalist for any amount over 10m2.

Bella Diamonte’s Beauty Therapy

3841 1341

Shop 1. 71 Springwood Rd,Springwood 4127

Finally, Enjoy Yourself! Re-creating your home just the way you and your family like it, and doing it all together as a family project, can create great memories that last a lifetime – and a home you can all be proud of. If you renovate for profit, good on you for adding value to your life and the economy.

Always something new at Sobidah Shop 16 The Village SC. 1932 Logan Rd. Upper Mt Gravatt next door to Southside Toyota

P. 3849 7112 | www.sobidah.com

HOTEL HQ

If you are considering undertaking renovations consider these tips: • Talk to other experienced renovators.

• Establish a good team of workers and contractors; have a look at some of their previous work first.

• Communicate your expectations clearly to contractors and be aware that some are more flexible than others.

• Wherever possible get a fixed price for contracted work.

• Study the local market, particularly if you are renovating for profit.

NEW stock arriving each week to wear NOW, including cool summer dresses at discounted prices!

21 Kingston Road, Underwood. QLD 4119 P 3457 0000 www.hotelhq.com.au

Hotel HQ is a modern hotel, with a stylish restaurant, happening bar and exciting gaming room.

Situated in the heart of the Underwood, Springwood & Loganholme shopping district, the venue is surrounded by major shopping centres, superstores and retail outlets.

With its large outdoor smoking deck, the sports bar at HQ is the perfect area to relax after work.

Whether it is a corporate conference, an elegant wedding, a 21st celebration, a christening or even just a casual afternoon lunch, here at Hotel HQ we look forward to welcoming you and your guests to enjoy Hotel HQ’s award-winning customer service and hospitality.

Brad Letch Manager, Logan Funerals

For over 35 years, Logan Funerals has been serving this community with a commitment to the finest funeral traditions.

As a not-for-profit funeral company we aim to improve the lives of people of all ages by financially supporting projects within the Logan community.

3341 4111

www.loganfunerals.com.au January 2015 | www.southcitybulletin.com.au

5

The EXPERTS

6

PROPERTY INSIGHTS

TIMBER TALK

LEGAL SOLUTIONS

with Lucky Ramya Tennekoon

with Chris Catchpole

with Pravinita Singh-Pillay

HOW SHOULD I SELL MY HOME.. ADVANTAGES OF AUCTION OR EXCLUSIVE LISTING? PLANTATION SHUTTERS

I DON’T WANT TO FIGHT MY EX, BUT I DESERVE A FAIR SETTLEMENT!

An auction is a fixed 4-week process to market and sell your property at market price. The selling agency sets the sale date and cannot discuss a price guide with the potential buyers. If the bid reaches above the reserve price, the property is sold unconditionally, meaning the sale is not subject to conditions such as building & pest and finance.

Should the seller get a good offer a few days into the marketing campaign, generally the seller still has to complete the 4-week marketing campaign fixed by the agency. Settlement is another 30 days after auction, and the seller won’t get his money for two months.

Fees and marketing costs are generally more expensive.

With sale by exclusivity, the listing price is based on an appraisal by a skilled agent to ensure the property is not under or overpriced and reduces the longevity on the market for too long. The asking price always favours the seller depending on the agents selling skills. Since the sale date for the property is not fixed, the seller could receive his/ her money within two weeks of listing if a short settlement was to occur.

Sale by exclusivity is subject to building & pest and finance approval, but there’s room for negotiation. The seller has the right to reject an offer.

Stellario are proud of our negotiation skills. Pop into our Wishart office for our free booklet “Stellario’s Best Seller Stories” to read our clients’ experiences of our giving greater value than expected to successfully sell their properties.

The advantages of plantation shutters include beauty, light management, insulation and airflow control not to mention easier and reduced cleaning.

Also, depending upon the shape of the window, plantation shutters may have certain unique design and functionality factors. For example, if the window is arched, the top (arched) area may have louvers designed in a “fan” style. If a curved shutter is designed with horizontal slats, some of the uppermost slats may be in a fixed position. The ultimate design of a plantation shutter depends upon many factors.

The most important factors are the shape of the window and the size of the window. A large window will look best with a wider louvre, while a smaller window might look best with a smaller width louvre, such as a 63mm blade similar to a venetian blind.

Another consideration when choosing louvre width is how important the outside view is. Wider slats, when open (tilted horizontally), will allow for a better clear-sight view space between louvres than the smaller-width louvres.

Another thing to consider is whether you choose a concealed tilt mechanism. Timber Interiors offer an Easy Tilt System, where the blades open by simply opening one blade. The blades are grouped together to all open together. Or you can choose to operate your louvres using a tilt-rod. This is usually positioned vertically down the center of each panel. However, the tilt rod can also be custom mounted to either the left or right edge of the slats. Remember, this can add an additional line obstruction if clear sight is a priority.

The end of a relationship is devastating for both parties. The emotions people go through are similar to experiencing the death of a loved one. The thought of having to deal with your ex in relation to property and children’s matters may make you upset, angry and bitter. That’s normal. The process can be as painful or painless as you and your ex choose it to be.

You can attend mediation with your ex to resolve property settlement matters. Provided that disclosure of all relevant financial matters is given by both parties, valuations are obtained for assets, the values of which are agreed on, and parties make a genuine effort at mediation, a settlement can be reached for a just and equitable division of property without the need for lengthy and expensive litigation. Cornerstone’s Principal Lawyer is a Nationally Accredited Mediator and can mediate your parenting and/or property matters.

A just and equitable agreement can be formalised by filing an Application for Consent Orders with the Court or by way of a Financial Agreement. A Financial Agreement is binding only if the legislative requirements are met. Our Principal Lawyer has extensive experience with representing clients in Family Law matters, including drafting Financial Agreements, and has had a Financial Agreement set aside last year.

Cornerstone provides you with solid legal solutions and we walk you through the legal process so that it is clear and not overwhelming.

STELLARIO REALTY GROUP 9A WISHART SHOPPING VILLAGE, 590 MT GRAVATT-CAPALABA RD, WISHART P 3343 7770 WWW.STELLARIO.COM.AU

TIMBER INTERIORS P 3630 5555 WWW.TIMBERINTERIORS.COM.AU

CORNERSTONE LAW OFFICES SUITE 36A, 37-59 BRYANTS ROAD, LOGANHOLME 4129 P 3181 5677 www.cornerstonelawoffices.com.au

SKIN HEALTH with Claire Mason

HOW CAN A PARAMEDICAL SKIN PRACTITIONER HELP ME? A paramedical skin practitioner is a licensed professional in a highly specialised field called ‘aesthetics’. Aesthetics moves the beauty business beyond the maintenance, pampering or limited anti-ageing beauty treatments, bridging into a new realm of highly effective real results skin care and service.

Paramedical skin practitioners have significantly more advanced training and experience in the medical aspects of skin and skin treatments. They evaluate skin conditions and provide individualised, results-orientated solution options for clients, through the provision of sophisticated prescription-only retail and professional skin products, treatments and procedures. All services provided are designed to remove, rebuild and protect the skin by way of improving skin integrity and cellular function.

Practitioners are involved in the pre-operation preparation for plastic and cosmetic surgery, as well as immediate and

long term post-operative care. They work with clients whose skin or appearance is affected by trauma, a medical procedure such as surgery, or skin conditions, and with individuals who wish to achieve optimum skin health. At Integrity we believe healthy skin is beautiful skin. Healthy cells = healthy skin = personal beauty and confidence. We offer targeted treatments for: freckles, rosacea, skin tags, sun spots, scar revision, pigmentation, vein reduction, laser hair reduction, fine lines and wrinkles.

Not only do my team and I enjoy our work immensely, we love to produce the results you are looking for. Everyone wants to see a change in their skin and feel healthier, happier and more confident. It is our pleasure to offer you everything we can to help you achieve your skin goal and ultimately impact your life in a healthy and positive way.

INTEGRITY PARAMEDICAL SKIN PRACTITIONERS THE VILLAGE, 15/1932 LOGAN RD, UPPER MT GRAVATT P 3849 4111 WWW.INTEGRITYSKIN.COM.AU www.southcitybulletin.com.au | January 2015

Eating Healthy

GOURMET with Suzanne Walker

for a Healthier You

In small business?

Wanting inspiration and business expansion?

Then join the monthly

SCB BUSINESS LUNCH Networking – Peer Support – Learning

New Year’s Resolutions are a lot like home renovations; if you don’t have a clear plan of what you want, you will not achieve the desired results. People often make the resolution to eat healthily and lose weight without having a goal or a plan. Knowing your budget, time constraints and personal preferences before making your New Year’s Resolution will go a long way towards success.

A good place to start is appropriate portion size. Practising portion control isn’t easy. Being surrounded by images of largeportioned fast food doesn’t help. Neither is our increasing expectation of more food on the plate in restaurants to justify the price.

Here are a few healthy eating tips for leading a healthier lifestyle.

1. Calculate how many calories your body needs. To do this, use an online Calorie Calculator or App. or Smart Band. Enter in your current weight, age, height and gender and an estimate of how much exercise that you do. This will show you how many calories your body needs to either maintain your current weight or lose the kilos.

2. Make a menu plan based on knowing how many calories you need. For a lot of people

who are used to just eating what they want this can be confronting.

3. Eat breakfast. Aim for yoghurt and fruit or an egg on toast.

4. Have a morning snack of 80 to 100 calories. By having five small meals a day, you reduce the risk of binge eating because you are hungry. A lot of people try to starve themselves to lose weight, only to binge or eat the wrong sort of food later in the day because they are so hungry. Even just one burger from a fast food place can have more calories than you are supposed to eat all day.

So if you use the logic of “I will just eat one burger a day”, you will also slow down your metabolism as your body thinks it is starving.

It will hold on tighter to every calorie that you put in.

5. Have a small lunch, like a small tin of tuna in water with tomato and lettuce on a small roll.

6. Afternoon snack of around 80 to 100 calories.

7. Dinner of 80 to 100 grams of protein with steamed vegetables or salad.

The hardest thing about these suggestions is getting used to appropriate portion sizes and

also realising that food is fundamentally a fuel for our bodies, not a source of pleasure or a hobby. Well, for me it is both of those things, but I have to realise that I can only indulge in my “hobby” once a week.

Exercise is the other key to weight loss or even just to maintain your weight. Also try buying yourself a smaller dinner plate!

The experts suggest 30 minutes a day of moderate exercise, five days a week. Moderate– intense activity will raise your heart rate and make you breathe faster. A good way to tell if you are exercising at this level is if you can still talk to someone but you can’t sing the words to a song.

So Good Luck with your New Year’s Resolutions , and may 2015 bring you much Joy, Peace and Prosperity.

Bon Appetit!

• Network with a small group of 15 local business owners/managers, business mentors and sponsors • Discuss issues facing business • Informative business clinic with discussion • Enjoy a 2-course lunch and coffee.

• Sponsorship opportunity TIME : 11:45 for 12pm start, 2.15 pm finish.

DATE : 12 February 2015 VENUE : To Be Confirmed COST : $25 (includes mains, dessert, coffee) Capped at 15 participants. Bookings essential.

For registration, please email

jbwu@brijova.com 7

January 2015 | www.southcitybulletin.com.au

TOP 5 TIPS

FITNESS with Pat Rae

to Stay On the Wagon Last month I talked about how you can stay motivated to exercise during the holidays. Now that the holidays are over most people set New Year’s resolutions. The problem is, they’ll never achieve them because they don’t do what I said to do last month, and that was to write things down.

If you’re anything like the six brand new clients I just picked up in my studio, you’re keen as mustard to get going and smash out those 2015 fitness goals.

But before you do, here’s my TOP FIVE TIPS to make sure you don’t fall off the wagon before achieving them.

1. No bull-in-a-china-shop approach.

Start off nice and slow. If you’re getting back into training after some time off, be prepared to take five steps back and swallow some pride.

If you’ve never exercised before, a 10 min. walk around the block is a great place to start. It’s 10 mins. more than you did yesterday, remember?

8

2. Throw away the rule book.

We’re often told when setting goals to make them realistic; keep them in sight and don’t aim too high. WHAT A LOAD OF HOG WASH! Throw the goal setting rule book you’ve got away and dream massively. You don’t have to know the answers when you’re first thinking of a goal; you just have to have an imagination, a pen, a piece of paper and the strength to commit your dream to paper.

3. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Now that you’ve written your dream down, maybe you need some help. If that’s the case, don’t be afraid to ask. We all know something, but what we don’t know is far greater than what we do. I’m an expert in the field of health and fitness, but I know nothing about how to fix a car. You can bet your bottom dollar I’m going to ask for help when it comes to fixing my car. If you’re not the expert in the arena of your goal, seek out someone who is.

4. If at first you don’t succeed do what you were told in the first place.

Remember that person you sought advice from?

I bet they told you some things to do. If you failed to achieve your goal, I would hazard a guess that you didn’t do what you were told to do. I bet you tried to do it “your way” even though the same person you sought for expert advice told you something different. Am I right?

5. Find a way to keep your WHY at the forefront of your mind.

When people give up on striving for something, it’s never because they didn’t know what to do.

It’s never because they didn’t know how to do it. 100% of the time people give up because they didn’t know why they were doing it. In order to achieve anything in life, you will have to repeat certain tasks over and over again and your WHY is what drives you to do things repeatedly. You’ll need to find a way to keep your WHY at the forefront of your mind so you never forget why you started in the first place.

Pat Rae Personal Training Springwood | Mobile 0414 654 372 www.prpt.com.au

BIKINI ON THE BEACH

BECOME A FOSTER CARER CHANGE A CHILD’S LIFE

Life Without Barriers is currently seeking compassionate people willing to share their homes with children and young people who require their support and care.

Contact us for more information about becoming a Foster Carer.

T: 07 3442 6600 E: Seqcarer.recruitment@lwb.org.au W: www.lwb.org.au LWB9356

www.southcitybulletin.com.au | January 2015

Back to school Girls

Funkita Swimwear One Piece and Tankini & Brief Set Make an appointment or just drop in to see our friendly staff who are waiting to assist you.

We take pride in extensive product knowledge, swimwear care and customer service.

The Village, Shop 27, 1932 Logan Rd, Upper Mt Gravatt P 3343 7262 www.facebook.com/bikinionthebeach

promotion

Your chance for Real Results Skin Repair While many businesses were winding down towards the end of December 2014, Integrity Skin Clinic was ramping up in preparation for the kick-off of their next clinical case study, with applications opening from January 1.

If chosen to participate, you will have an amazing opportunity to make a real difference in the health and healing of your sun damaged or scarred or traumatised skin at the fraction of the cost. You will receive expert advice and personal care from QUALIFIED Skin Practitioners, a skin program specific to your skin goals, regular progress photographs using a high-tech Visia camera, an extensive home skincare product range, and in-clinic treatments and procedures – all for a simple registration fee.

The end results are real confidence boosters – in fact, life changers for participants! For example, Karen said, “This has given me so

much more confidence and my skin hasn’t looked this good since my early teens”. The team at Integrity get just as excited as the participants about the results of the changes in their skin health and life.

The purpose of this case study is multifold. Firstly, detailed reports and results will be submitted to industry for scientific peer review for efficaciousness, results and safety. This is Integrity’s way of contributing to the industry and ensuring that the products and treatments they recommend for their clients’ specific skin conditions are the absolute best.

Secondly, the results of these studies, shown also through before and after photos, testify to the effectiveness of Integrity’s recommended products and procedures on real people.

Integrity is so confident in the integrity of their products and services they offer a money-back guarantee.

SHOULDER PAIN? Does your shoulder pain build up when you isn’t just a “sign of old age,” if that was true all move it the wrong way, or is it a sudden sharp 360 joints in your body would hurt, since your whole body is the same age. pain shooting from your neck into your arm?

Do you have difficulty just washing your hair or even scratching your back? Have you had to give up golf because of your shoulder pain?

Do you have any of the following conditions?

• Frozen shoulder – one of the worst maladies known to man or woman • Adhesive capsulitis • Rotator cuff injuries • Arthritis • Bursitis • Tendonitis • Muscle weakness • Sharp, radiating pain • Numbness and tingling

Pain is your body’s warning sign telling you something is wrong. Finding the problem and fixing it has got to be a top priority!

HAVE A DOCTOR EVALUATE YOUR SHOULDER

For Only $47 Call now and here’s what you’ll get…

An in-depth consultation about your shoulder Nothing’s worse than feeling great mentally but where I will listen…really listen. physically feeling held back from life because your shoulder hurts and the pain just won’t go A complete nerve, muscle and spinal exam to find the “cause” of your problem. away!

A full set of specialised x-rays to look for joint My name is Dr. Andrew degeneration (arthritis). (NOTE These x-rays will be Gorman, owner of Andrew bulk billed where clinically indicated).

Gorman Chiropractic. Over the years I’ve seen hundreds A thorough analysis of your exam and x-ray of people with shoulder pain, findings so we can fix the problem. frozen shoulder and rotator Why wait and let it get so bad surgery cuff problems leave my office pain becomes your only option? free.

Call today 3386 0856 Shoulder Pain Is Not Just “Old Age” No question…if you are having shoulder pain then something is wrong. It’s not normal ageing to hurt all the time. Pain in your shoulder

www.springwoodchiropractor.com.au 2 Athena Grove, Springwood | 3386 0856

Integrity is now looking for 10 enthusiastic individuals who suffer from severely sun damaged, scarred or traumatised skin. The more damaged the better! No case is too dramatic.

• A good mix of females and males are preferred. Ideally five men and five women from the ages of 18 to 65.

• A can-do attitude is vital. This is a three-month partnership that will take persistence and commitment.

• Your dedication and time is of the utmost importance. Integrity’s team of practitioners will be dedicated to achieving the best outcome for your skin. In return your time commitment will be required through possible weekly clinic visits and an in-depth skin care regime at home.

• Integrity needs individuals who are comfortable to share their results. As this is a clinical trial the results achieved will be used for both training and marketing purposes so

other people can achieve the same positive outcomes that you did.

Integrity want you to be as equally committed to this as they are and have found that a small registration fee of $500 will not only provide you with skin care products and treatments to the value of over $2,800, but will also make you more accountable to getting the results they know you can achieve.

Where to from here?

Send an image of your skin concerns and a brief description of yourself to: clientservices@integrityskin.com.au Should you have any further questions, please contact the IPSP clinic coordinators on: 3849 4111. *Available from January 2015 Integrity Paramedical Skin Practitioners The Village, 15/1932 Logan Road, Upper Mt Gravatt

P 3849 4111

www.Integrityskin.com.au

9

Nothing to see. Everything to hear!

Feeling10 years younger.

Forgetting I even wear them.

Wondering why I waited so long.

Marveling at how small they really are. Actively participating in a meeting. Surprising friends by overhearing their whispered conversation.

It’s NEW and very exciting!

Phonak nano is more than just a tiny hearing aid.

It is the perfect combination of maximum hearing performance and minimum size.

It is custom crafted to fit entirely in your ear canal, using computer-aided design and the latest generation of advanced materials.

Phonak nano – let your hearing aids go unnoticed, just wear and enjoy!

Call today to make an appointment to see if Phonak nano is right for you! - Nothing to see.

Everything to hear!

3/1 Cnr Springwood Rd & Pannikin St Rochedale South QLD 4123 www.allearsinhearing.com.au

P:

3402

New case studies needed for January!

Are you our ideal candidate?

3841 3147

January 2015 | www.southcitybulletin.com.au

Hawaii: The Big Island From pristine rainforests to the world’s most active volcano, the Big Island of Hawaii is truly a place of wonder.

When most people say they are going to Hawaii, they usually mean they’re travelling to Honolulu, the capital of the state of Hawaii, located on the island of Oahu (Honolulu, Waikiki). But Hawaii is made up of a number of islands including Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Molokai and Hawaii, affectionately known as “The Big Island”.

If you are travelling to the Hawaiian Islands, why not take a side visit and stay at one of the other islands apart from Oahu. My favourite is Hawaii – “The Big Island”.

The two main towns on Hawaii are KailuaKona, located on the west side of the island, and Hilo located on the east. Most of the major

resorts are located in or around Kona. From there you can base yourself and take various day trips around the island.

Kona is a beautiful, quaint town with many galleries, jewellery shops and small restaurants, all within walking distance of each other. It hasn’t changed in over 40 years. Driving is relatively easy and traffic much less than in Honolulu.

About a one hour drive north of Kona is the small town of Hawi (pronounced Havee). Hawi, in the north-west, is surrounded by tropical rainforest. There you will find little galleries selling locally made artworks and jewellery, along with small cafes and shops. You can even pick up a genuine Hawaiian ukulele, handcrafted by some of the world’s best ukulele makers.

We Send Anything, Anywhere!

For Anybody!

SPECIAL

Business & Private Domestic & International Air, Road & Sea freight We package for you We can come & pick up your items

BUSINESS PACKAGE 10

Bookkeeping, BAS, Financial Report, Tax return PLEASE RING FOR QUOTE

Ph 07 3299 3904

0433 960 665

www.packsend.com.au/springwood

scott@qtacc.com

Southside Office Key Office Park 1E, 528 Compton Rd, Sunnybank Hills, QLD 4109

Gold Coast Office Suit 5A, 54-58 Nerang St, Nerang QLD 4211

HOLIDAY ESCAPES with Wayne Budge

Wayne Budge Photography

To the south of Kona are some fantastic places to visit, from the many coffee plantations to the town of Captain Cook and Kealakekua Bay, where Captain James Cook was killed in 1779. Drive down to the bay and see his monument across the bay. Or kayak or catch a snorkel tour from Kona and experience crystal clear waters around the monument.

A couple of hours drive south from Captain Cook is Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, the home of the world’s most active volcano, Kilauea. Here you can visit the Jaggar Museum and get a great vantage point to see Kilauea billowing smoke from the cauldra. The Jaggar Museum is closed at night, but the viewing area is open 24 hours a day. So get there very early in the morning or late in the evening to view the glow from the bubbling lava laying just below the surface.

Helicopter rides over the volcano are a great way to see the volcano in all its glory. Hilo is

an ideal Winter Getaway

Fax 07 3299 5398 springwood@packsend.com.au Unit 3, 1-7 Murrajong Road, Springwood QLD 4127

Trade in the grey winter, for the wonders of the tropics, with a destination that inspires – unforgettable Hawaii, aboard the 36-guest boutique yacht Safari Explorer.

7 night Hawaiian Island Hawaiian Seascapes Cruise

$20

SPRAY TANS on Thursdays

treatment*

*eyebrow wax and eyelash tint included

$30

ALL WAXING on Mondays

www.southcitybulletin.com.au | January 2015

p.p.

BOOK NOW Call 3290 5355

Spray Tans

STUDENT SPECIALS • Spray Tans $25 • Brazilians $35 Must show student ID.

$4,265.26

Double occupancy, includes all onboard meals and drinks, transfers, port fees & taxes and more. Air fare not included. Conditions and availability apply.

20% OFF

$40

hour $45 Half Microdermabrasion

from

2/1933 Logan Rd, Upper Mt Gravatt, QLD 4122 P 3349 8300 • M 0432 147 933 www.sonjasbeauty.com.au

Brazilians treatment*

Premier Cruise & Travel P 3290 5355 www.premiercruiseandtravel.com.au

Hawaii

SONJA’S BEAUTY AND THERAPY CENTRE

hour $75 One Microdermabrasion

closer to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park than Kailua Kona, so a departure from Hilo Airport is the most economical.

The beautiful Akaka Falls lies north of Hilo.

A shortcut back to Kona from Hilo through the centre of the Big Island will take you to the highest mountain in the world, Mauna Kea. Mauna Kea is a spectacular sight from almost anywhere on the Big Island and can be visited by car, although an organised tour is probably the way to go.

Getting to the Big Island is easy as there are direct flights from Brisbane to Honolulu, with a short connecting flight needed to get to Kailua-Kona or Hilo. The Big Island of Hawaii is unforgettable, so if you’re interested in visiting Hawaii, don’t just stay in Waikiki. Be adventurous and do something different!

www.premiercruiseandtravel.com.au

Chatswood Central Shopping Centre, Cnr Chatswood & Magellan Rds, Springwood

SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS 2015: It’s on!

SCB sponsors Build a Better Business Program for 10 lucky Southside businesses With mounting pressure on small business to be successful, South City Bulletin (SCB) and Small Business Solutions (SBS) have put their heads together to give small businesses on the Southside a leg up with an affordable business development program.

From February, 10 small business owners can participate in the Better Business Program, tailored to local businesses in the South City Bulletin community. Participants will have access to knowledge, skills and business mentoring specifically designed for small business owners to get ahead. Each spot will be heavily subsidised by South City Bulletin and delivered

by Small Business Solutions.

SBS is a one-stop-shop for all small businesses, designed to enhance their business skills, profitability and growth. Through its programs like the Build a Better Business Program, SBS provides business owners with the opportunity to get real business assistance via training events and coaching from accredited and experienced industry professionals at affordable prices. It is the first governmentsubsidised business support program of its kind.

Business knowledge, mentoring and networking This is the second time SCB has supported Small Business Solutions to successfully provide this cutting-edge business workshop and mentoring program to local businesses. The program includes: • 5 x business workshops • 2 x hours of one-on-one business mentoring • networking opportunities • the possibility of being eligible to receive a nationally accredited Cert. IV in Small Business Management. (Conditions apply.)

Former program participant, Dr Andrew Gorman of Andrew Gorman Chiropractic, said the workshops gave him a chance to gain valuable business knowledge. “I learnt a lot about financial forecasting and that I really should be more aware of my incoming and outgoing finances,” he says.

Expand your network Dr Gorman realised the benefits of local networking during the course. He gained new clients as well as established valuable connections with other businesses. “It was great meeting other small business owners who we could swap information with and then refer our clients to their business,” he said.

A specially trained mentor, who has been extensively trained in the proven results-driven Small Business Solutions diagnostic process, will deliver the workshops and one-on-one mentoring. All SBS trainers have many years’ experience in the business world.

BETTER BUSINESS Do you want to grow your business in 2015?

Then apply now for one of 10 places in the Build a Better Business Program Run by Small Business Solutions and sponsored by South City Bulletin Only $99 * (Promotion code SCB2015)

Workshops will cover business topics and relevant activities ranging from developing a real business action plan to creating an innovative marketing strategy and learning how to build on client relationships. Plus much more!

Only $99!

The goal of SBS and SCB is to ensure this program, worth over $4000, is accessible for any small business. With government subsidies chosen participants can normally access the program for $395. But South City Bulletin is

providing further subsidies to reduce the cost to only $99!

Applications are open now for the February intake, which will begin with an Orientation Day on 10 February 1pm at the South City Bulletin office in Springwood. Registration is essential.

If you want to make 2015 your year for small business success, contact the Small Business Solutions Customer Service Centre and register now for the February program.

Only 10 places available.

To receive your South City Bulletin discount, mention the promotion code SCB2015 Contact: Customer Service Centre 1300 40 60 80 www.smallbusinesssolutions.qld.gov.au

For only $99 ten Southside owners or managers of small, micro and home businesses can receive over $4,000 worth of exclusive business training and mentoring, specially geared to the readership and clientele of SCB. Includes 5 business workshops, 2 hours of one-on-one business mentoring plus networking opportunities.

• Develop an action plan to better your business • Understand the legal requirements in your business • Plan and grow your finances • Create an innovative market strategy • Develop an innovative team • Directly address your customers’ needs • Build on your client relationships • Establish business networks and support

• Get business advice from a range of successful business owners • Produce a practical, user-friendly business plan • Participants who complete the full program may be eligible to receive a nationally accredited Cert. IV in Small Business Management.

Program begins with an Orientation Day on the 10th of February at the South City Bulletin office in Springwood.

Registration is essential. Only 10 spaces available. Register now by calling the SBS Customer Service Centre on 1300 40 60 80 and mention the promotion code SCB2015 to pay only $99 (instead of $395).

Customer Service Centre 1300 40 60 80 www.smallbusinesssolutions.qld.gov.au

January 2015 | www.southcitybulletin.com.au

11

promotion

Try the NEW Innovative Menu at Logan Diggers Club Logan Digger’s Head Chef, Steven Seychell, has released a new and innovative menu that is sure to delight the local community and the Logan Diggers Members. Generous sized meals are well priced and of a la cart menu quality.

Starters include breads (bruschettta, oven baked roasted cob loaf, garlic bread), Hervey Bay half shell scallops topped with bacon and cheese mornay sauce, Asian sliders with pulled pork in hoisin sauce and house coleslaw, and sticky hoisin honey pork ribs with five spice wings with cheese sauce.

There’s also a selection of fresh and tasty salads, spaghetti, risotto, veal scaloppini, double burgers, steak sandwiches, fillet of fish burger, nachos, free range omelette, wedges and sides.

Gluten-f ree penne pasta is available upon request.

The Logan Diggers steaks – eye fillet, porterhouse, rib fillet and rump – are sourced from some of Australia’s leading growers and producers to satisfy the most discerning of diners. The 300g porterhouse is Cape Grim Tasmanian grass fed. Match your mouth-watering

steak with a steak topper (fried eggs, garlic prawns with cream sauce or tender Cajun squid). Mains consist of an innovative selection of fish, free range chicken (GF), seafood, pork cutlets and chicken Kiev.

There’s great kids meal with Hawaiian pizza, kids rump steak and chicken nuggets. Desserts can be selected from the display case if you feel like some extra spoiling.

So head on down to Diggers, Logan’s Number 1 Club and have a try of something new on the menu to tantalise those taste buds. We look forward to seeing you.

Vanessa Williams – Marketing & Communications Manager

42-48 Blackwood Rd, Logan Central, QLD 4114 | P 07 3208 8122 | www.logandiggers.com.au

12 EDUCATION with Amanda Sheehan

GET YOUR PREPPIES READY! The first day of school can be an exciting and emotional experience for parents and children alike. Fortunately, there are a number of ways that parents can support their children to ensure they have the best possible start to school life.

Orientation Days Emma from Wishart is among the thousands of Queensland children who will commence Prep in just a few weeks and she couldn’t be more excited. As her mother Hannah explains, she recently attended an Orientation Day where the prep children for 2015 spent the morning at school without their parents. They were familiarised with their classroom, routines and peers. Hannah found the morning to be very beneficial for her daughter and herself. “The chance to get to know the teachers and the routines was great. Emma and I both made a few new friends. Starting school can be scary for parents and children, but mornings such as these really break down the fears and the worries. Now the only tears that are shed on the first day of school will probably be my own!” she says with a smile. www.southcitybulletin.com.au | January 2015

Early Preparation is Key Marie Hirst, Psychologist and National Coordinator for KidsMatter Starting School campaign, believes that the key to eliminating anxieties lies in early preparation. She explains that practising things like opening a school bag or lunchbox can be a great confidence booster. “It sounds really simple, but studies have shown that meal times at school can actually cause stress if the child can’t open their lunchbox or unwrap their sandwich,” she explains.

Having a degree of independence and being able to function away from their parents can also serve children well. Denise from Rochedale believes that a good kindergarten program sets a child up for a great start to school. “Both of our sons completed a year at kindergarten before heading off to Prep. Of course kindergarten is not compulsory, but the boys learned how to exist away from me and got used to taking directions from their kindergarten teacher. uu

Page 14

Felicity & Chi

*

Diploma of Nursing

Become a Nurse in 18 months!

Whether you’re looking for a career change or have just finished school, our nationally accredited Diploma of Nursing provides you with the skills and knowledge to work as an Enrolled Nurse in a variety of settings.

You’ll learn from experienced nurses, receive practical hands-on training, and be introduced to employers through our comprehensive clinical placement program.

With flexible full-time and part-time study options available and a convenient Brisbane CBD location, our Diploma of Nursing can also become your career pathway to midwifery, paramedics and more. VET FEE-HELP* available.

Apply now to start February 2015!

1300 306 886 healthskills.com.au/nursing HSA is a Navitas Professional college. RTO No. 21646 *Eligibility criteria apply.

2008-1014

John Paul College

Celebrating our success in 2014

Celebrating our Unity

Celebrating our Academic Success

Our young people from many different ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds openly celebrated our cultural diversity with mutual respect and acceptance, forming the Unity Council alongside our parent group who launched the Unity Club. Our unity message travelled all the way to Parliament House in Canberra as we proudly told our politicians that a strong and inclusive family is possible regardless of race or religion.

In the classrooms, the energy was high as we researched, collaborated and analysed in the pursuit of knowledge. Over 500 students were honoured for academic excellence at our mid-year Cum Laude Assembly and end of year Celebration of Excellence. Our NAPLAN results were above State and National averages across all fields and year levels.

Celebrating our Sporting Success

Our athletes were a force to be reckoned with on the playing fields, courts and in the pool. Over 2,000 students from Kindy to Year 12 participated in a choice of over 30 co-curricular sports. We started 2014 off on a positive note with teams commencing their TAS fixtures full of enthusiasm and school spirit and finishing the year by claiming 23 champion premierships. With over 80 students representing our College regionally, 30 students representing Queensland and 10 representing Australia this year, we are among the leading co-educational schools for sport in Australia.

Celebrating our Leading Edge Technology

Anywhere, anytime, any device! Our virtual cloud environment supports our students as they safely and securely access leading edge applications and services on their chosen device from any location, any time of the day, all year round. This information and communications solution means that our students have the best opportunities to transition seamlessly into leading roles in the workplace.

13

Celebrating our Success in the Performing Arts

The name on everyone’s lips in 2014 was Oliver and in the classroom, in the playground and at the Oliver Pop Up Shops around campus, Oliver reigned supreme! This professional production with magnificent leads, a superb chorus and talented musicians received standing ovations at each performance. In 2014, over 1,000 students participated in over 40 cultural activities with musicians, dancers, actors, singers and cheer teams dominating in regional, state and national competitions and Eisteddfods.

To find out more about a John Paul College education please note our 2015 Open Days - Thursday 26 March, Saturday 16 May, Wednesday 5 August, Wednesday 14 October. To register and for further information, visit www.johnpaulcollege.com.au.

It’s who we are, it’s what we do

Unity | Christ | Learning

(PYP/DP)

January 2015 | www.southcitybulletin.com.au

Complete

tt

YOUR EDUCATION at

That went a long way toward their being ready for school.”

Helpful Skills Robyn Lane is the Director/Teacher of the Sunnybank Community Preschool and Kindergarten and has had almost four decades of experience teaching preschool age children. She believes that the most important asset a child can have for starting school is “emotional maturity and the ability to control their responses when faced with change”.

In order to get their prep year off to a flying start, Robyn recommends that children be able to:

Mature age students welcome CERTIFICATES CERT III BUSINESS - RTO - TEIA Starts; Monday 2 February 2015 19 weeks • 3 days/week • $300 nd

CERT II BUSINESS - RTO - TEIA Starts; Monday 2nd February 2015 19 weeks • 2 days/week • $200

CERT I ENGINEERING - RTO - BSHS Starts; Monday 9th February 2015 8 weeks • 4 days/week • $100

Skilling CERT I CONSTRUCTION - RTO Australia Starts; Monday 9th February 2015 Limited

It RE-STARTS here ... at ELC

8 weeks • 4 days/week • $100

14

Page 12

SECONDARY EDUCATION FLEXIBLE, FAST TRACKED PROGRAMS

1. make their needs known and express their feelings 2. write their name and hold a pencil correctly

3. recognise the different components of a book i.e. a beginning and an end.

4. say the letters of the alphabet out loud and recognise them in written form 5. take off and put on their hat, shoes and jumper 6. use the toilet independently and wash their hands afterwards 7. count and write numbers up to 10 8. understand some maths concept such as more, less, heavy and light 9. organise their belongings and know where things go (including using a lunch box) 10. follow basic instructions and routines.

Robyn also recommends the book Your Child’s First Year at School – Getting off to a Good Start by Jenni Connor and Pam Linke.

DELIVERY for South City Bulletin

Do you have 2–3 days each month to spare?

We are looking for a reliable person to help deliver our magazine to over 300 drop points each month.

You need to be a responsible and reliable person, able to work unsupervised and take initiative to do your best so our magazine is available to readers in the required time frame.

Initially you will be working for 2 days each month. This may be increased to 5–6 days.

You need to have a valid driver’s license and own car preferred.

If this suits you,

please email jbwu@brijova.com

KICK START (Literacy & Numeracy) 3 x 3 hour sessions/week • 19 weeks • $80

YEAR 10 READINESS

4 x 3 hour sessions/week • 19 weeks • $120

YEAR 10

4 x 3 hour sessions/week • 19 weeks • $120 Continuing Juniors Year 10 for over 18yrs.

Year 10 English, Maths + Science for Defence Force.

SENIOR (YEAR 11 & 12)

4 x 3 hour sessions/week • 19 weeks • $160 Senior program also offered as evening classes 5:30pm to 7:30pm

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION

4 x 3 hour sessions/week • 19 weeks • $160 All secondary programs commence the week beginning Monday 2nd February 2015

ENROLLING NOW FOR 2015 Please telephone the College to arrange an interview

Ph: 3382 9222 info@eaglebylc.eq.edu.au www.eaglebylc.eq.edu.au 161 Herses Road, Eagleby QLD 4207 Fax: 3382 9200

SENIOR SUBJECTS OFFERED English Maths A & B Physics Biology Legal Studies Recreational Studies Creative Arts Visual Creative Arts Theatre

Make a difference caring for people Roles are rewarding and in high demand Study a Certificate III in Aged Care plus Home & Community Care • • • • •

Practical training to help you become job-ready Be introduced to an employer through our work placement program Flexible study options available at our Brisbane CBD campus Receive additional certificates in First Aid & Basic Food Safety Government funding available*

Apply now to start February 2015!

We also offer courses in Nursing 1300 306 886 | healthskills.com.au HSA is a Navitas Professional college.

*Training is delivered with funding from the Queensland Government’s Certificate 3 Guarantee. Eligibility criteria apply. RTO number: 21646

www.southcitybulletin.com.au | January 2015

2431-1114

NUMEROLOGY with Dawn Alice

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES ON THE SOUTHSIDE

2015 – The Year of Endless Possibilities It’s all to do with the Number 8 The numerology for 2015 is the number 8 – 2+0+1+5 = 8

Counterbalance of Year 8 Eight is associated with achievement, power and rewards. According to Chinese belief, it is the most auspicious of numbers. Luck is not plucked out of the air; rather it is earned. So how can you attract abundance in 2015?

The answer is simple – reach out in a loving and positive way and watch the chain reaction.

It is amazing how reciprocation occurs when a person smiles – we smile back, they laugh, we laugh. Our spirits have been lifted. Start the New Year by doing something nice in a gentle and quiet way and it will rebound; sometimes in a different package, but it will return.

Perfection of Year 8 The symbol of eight, ‘8’ is known as the infinity, which simply means without limit, a continual energy and impeccable balance. Success can be immeasurable for positive people who put in the effort. Failure is inevitable for lazy, negative folk. What you sew you will reap. Ambitions will be stirred and become obvious as the year progresses.

Investments can yield profits determined by intentions.

Believe in perfection and give yourself permission to cash in during 2015.

Action and Reaction of Year 8 Students who study will pass the exam. The right attitude will impress the boss and escalate

your career position. A clear and affirmative approach could win that contract or attract new clients. This year demands a healthy assertiveness to get the job done. This is a bountiful year of compensations to make it big or repercussions to pay one’s dues. We can all be winners, or equally we can all be losers depending on mindset.

Vision of Year 8 This is an ideal year to set targets, create a vision board, write your goals and then follow through on your intentions. Be confident and assertive when it comes to your objectives. The energy of the ‘8’ does not give up. Every problem will have a solution and every challenge an opportunity. Possibilities are endless.

Work out your numbers with last month’s article: http://southcitybulletin.com.au/numerology/simple-nuts-bolts-numerology/ Private Tarot Readings by Dawn Alice Author of Life Love Numbers and Life Love Tarot 0418 882 031 www.facebook.com/dawnaliceloveyourlife

SUNNYBANK UKULELE PLAYERS: Meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Open to players of all ages and skill levels. Plays a broad range of musical styles.

When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month Where: Sunnybank Kindergarten Hall, 101 Lister Street, SUNNYBANK. Time: 7 pm to 9 pm.

Contact: Trevor Gollagher info@trevorgollagher.com CAR BOOT SALE The Salisbury Centre When: 1st Saturday of the month Where: 183 Lillian Avenue, Salisbury Time: 8am-2pm MEDITATION EVENING When: Friday 17th January Where: Path to Harmony Centre, Sunnybank (Call for address) Time: 7 pm – 9 pm Cost: By donation Contact: info@trevorgollagher. com Come join us for a night of meditation. A great way to re-energise, balance, empower.

Simple yet effective forms

are practised and no previous meditation experience needed to attend.

What’s on at MT GRAVATT COMMUNITY CENTRE, 1693 Logan Road, Mt Gravatt. Tel: 3343 9833 www.mgcci.org.au MONDAYS • Reading & Writing Group for people with a disability wanting to express themselves. 12 noon.

Call Damien 0434 810 652 • Meditation Group. 7.00pm8.30pm Call Sharma 0416 137 800 • Spinal Injury Home Help – Support for people with spinal injuries and their transition back home. Second Monday of the month. Call Malaki 0415 276 834 TUESDAYS • Young Onset Parkinson’s Support Group – 10am-12pm • Afternoon Friends – 1pm2.30pm (Gold coin donation.

Women only) WEDNESDAYS • Seniors Social Group – 10am-12pm First Wed of every month. Outings 3rd Wed & Thurs. of month. (Costs involved) • Broadband for Seniors Kiosk (FREE. Book for an appointment)

• Forms Assist – Help with Housing Applications, Centrelink & Pension forms. FREE. Book for an appointment.

THURSDAYS • Crochet Friendship Group – 10am–12pm Cost $2 • Connexions – 10am-12pm Connecting people living with anxiety and depression. 2nd & 4th Thurdasy FRIDAYS • Paint Pals Social Art Group – 9.30am-1pm Cost $5 Nancy 0422 289 575 • English Conversation Group – FREE 1pm-2.30pm • Helping Hands Food Van around 6.45 pm U3A Classes in Logan U3A volunteers run about 40 free classes, groups and activities in the Logan area.

They are intended for retired or semi-retired people, but with no age limit. Joining groups of people with similar interests could fill your life, keep mind and body active, and add hours of enjoyment. There is something for everyone. Social Groups, Learning Courses like History, Economics, Philosophy, several languages, photography, painting, hobbies, a travellers

group, Walking for fitness, Tai Chi, Yoga, Ukulele Singalong and many more.

An annual Subscription of $40 entitles members to attend any of the hundreds of U3A Brisbane classes in the city and districts. Those in Logan are nearly all free of charge, and run weekly during school hours. Join via the website u3abrisbane.org.au or telephone the city office on 3236 3055.

For more information about what’s on in Logan, telephone Trevor 3344 3649 or Jean 3801 1949, or email mail: logan@u3abrisbane.org.au.

Detailed class lists for the current term can be found in most Logan libraries and Seniors’ Centres. Check the blog for the latest news:u3alogan. blogspot.com.au

Are you running a social club, sports club or charity organisation? We can help by posting your activities for you free! Simply send your information to editor@ southcitybulletin.com.au by 16th of each month for the next edition of South City Bulletin.

15

SKILLS AND TRAINING School Leavers, Job Seekers & Career Changers

Get Your Certificate III or Double Certificate IV in Small Business Management and Training & Assessment (TAE) or Frontline Management EVENING CLASSES START EVERY MONTH Locations: Greater Logan, Brisbane & Redland Bay Areas REGISTER TODAY (07) 3806 4327

State & Federal Funding

We are proud to be a nationally recognised training organisation.

P (07) 3806 4327 | M 0420 492 432 | F (07) 3806 4374 E. bob@targettraining.com.au | www.targettraining.com.au January 2015 | www.southcitybulletin.com.au

EASY WEBSITE REVAMP Take control of your website with an easy-to-use WordPress website revamp by Print & Design Marketing. Update content by yourself, upload the latest photos and enter key words as often as you like.

From $690 plus GST. Call us today!

Call 3804 3696

Y L E T U L O G S N AB RYTHI E E D I V E REW O T S *

www.southcitybulletin.com.au | January 2015