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12 WE HAVE 2 X $50 GIFT CARDS TO GIVE AWAY! WIN A $50 GIFT CARD (Coles Supermarkets, Coles Central, Coles Express, Myer, including Myer.com.au, Target, Kmart, Officeworks, Liquorland, Vintage Cellars and First Choice Liquor.) Simply complete the Crossword and/or the Sudoku puzzle and post to AUGUST CROSSWORD COMPETITION or AUGUST SUDOKU COMPETITION PO Box 3302, Burleigh Town City Q. 4220 Write your name and address on the back of an envelope. First correct crossword and first correct sudoku entry drawn will win. Entries close 10.09.2024 Winner notified by post. CROSSWORD 185 by Mona Elliott ACROSS 1. DILEMMA 8. LAWYER 9. CHANNEL 10. FLAT 11. CRUEL 12. GAELIC LANGUAGE 13. BEATS 16. CLEANS 19. COOK 21. SKILFUL 22. PRIVATE 23. LAMPS 24. MAKE EVEN 25. SHARED DOWN 2. PROSAIC 3. HORRIBLE 4. GOSSIP 5. STUCK 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 20 21 23 1 8 10 14 19 22 24 25 6. ADDS 7. METHODS 13. COLLAPSED 14. LUSTFUL 15 TRAINS 17. ERECT 18. THORN 20. DROPPED Answer next month SU DO KU Instructions: The numbers 1 to 9 must appear in each row, column and 3 x 3 box. Numbers can not be duplicated. No. 185 3 5 4 6 8 7 1 5 9 4 3 2 8 7 6 8 6 5 2 3 9 4 6 Answer next month c u d n h a h d s WordWheel 55 The goal of a word wheel puzzle is to create as many words possible with the letters in the word wheel. You can only use each letter once and every word must have the letter in the centre of the wheel. Answers P 15 How much do you know about Australian animals? 1. What is the name of considered Australia’s national bird? 2. What is the largest living marsupial in the world? 3. What is the heaviest flightless bird in Australia? 4. Found along the northern coastlines of Australia, in Queensland, WA and NT, name the most venomous marine animal alive? 5. What name is given to a baby koala? 6. Which Australian animal is only found in Western Australia? 7. What are the two types of crocodile found in Australia? 8. What black and white bird is most feared for its swooping between August and October? 9. We consider which marsupial the Australian Easter Bunny? 10. Which Australian animal appears on the 5 cent coin? 11. What type of animal is a sugar glider? A bird, a possum, or a bat? 12. Which marsupial is known for its square poo? 13. Besides the Kangaroo name another Australian animal that carries its babies in a pouch. 14. True or false: crocodiles existed at the same time as dinosaurs in Australia? Answers page 15
13 Look out there are native animals about This winter, Gold Coasters are being urged to slow down on our roads and keep a look out to help protect native animals. As well as a longer dusk and dawn, koalas and other native animals have their breeding seasons in late-winter to summer and during this time are more mobile, so drivers are being asked to be extra vigilant for wildlife. “Our native animals are important residents of the Gold Coast and we need to give them a helping hand,” Mayor Tom Tate said. “Vehicle strikes are among the greatest threats to koalas and other native animals, so we ask everyone to take extra care by slowing down, being vigilant, and giving the wildlife the space they need. “Through the Our Natural City Strategy 2032, we are committed to protecting the natural beauty of the City and our koalas and other native animals are a vital part of that.” The City has a number of road management and habitat initiatives to help protect native animals including: • Installing flashing wildlife signs • Installing fauna fencing • Buying and protecting land for native animal habitat • Providing Wildcare with an animal ambulance • Restoring native habitat through tree planting During their breeding season, koalas and other native animals are more mobile, which increases the chance they will cross a road or venture into areas close to humans and pets. Echidnas are among the first native animals to begin their breeding season and can be seen from midwinter moving about in “echidna trains”, making them vulnerable to vehicle strike. Motorists and pedestrians should call Wildcare on 07 5527 2444 if they see an animal injured or in distress. Deceased animals can be reported to the City on 07 5667 5976. Wildcare will make sure injured animals are transported safely to places like Currumbin Wildlife Hospital, where they will be treated, rehabilitated and released back into the wild. Service & Product Warranty 10 YEARS Australian Standards Tested 25 YEARS Proven Track Record 30+ YEARS GOT LOOSE, PEAKING OR CRACKED TILES? BEFORE AFTER 0414 446 579 CALL DAN FOR A FREE QUOTE GOLD COAST OFFICE 07 5646 6344 FIXLOOSETILES.COM.AU INTERNAL TILES EXTERNAL TILES PATIO FLOOR SPLASHBACK POOL COPING BATHROOM WALL & FLOOR WE CAN FIX Make a start towards getting your affairs in order Take the first step in planning details to provide peace of mind for your loved ones. Don’t leave your family wondering what your last wishes might have been. Call and talk to our caring staff about how we can help you with Funeral Pre-Planning. Ask about our $200 Funeral Assistance Card. 5593 4777 www.newhavenfunerals.com.au A 100% Australian Owned Family Business Newhaven Funerals reputation of excellence has been bestowed by the thousands of satisfied clients our company has been privileged to serve since 1979.
14 Bookings: www.javeenbah.org.au Phone 0417 004 466 • Email info@javeenbah.org.au CNR STEVENS & FERRY STREETS, NERANG Tugun Theatre Company Inc presents 15th-31st August The Cemetery Club Written by Ivan Menchell Directed by Judy Neumann TUGUN THEATRE COMPANY | 414 Coolangatta Rd, Tugun e: tuguntheatrecompany1@gmail.com BOOK ONLINE NOW! www.tuguntheatre.org Community Notices FREE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT, SPORTING & COMMUNITY GROUPS email your notice to info@localnewsletters.com • Deadline 16 August for next issue PIMPAMA PROBUS CLUB, a mixed Club, 9.30 for 10am, 4th Thursday monthly, at Pimpama Tavern, 102 Jacobs Well Road, Pimpama. Meetings have a guest speaker, trivia/activity, morning tea, fun and friendship monthly. Regular bus trips, tours, outings, cards, coffee & chat, craft, lunches, movies, theatre events add to the experiences offered. Contact: Kaye 0493 412 374/ Dawn 0411 404 311/E: pimpama.probus@gmail.com A.R.A.G.C. CAR CLUB - We welcome new members to our very friendly light minded and small group of classic car lovers. We have monthly weekend runs to various points of interest monthly mid-week lunch runs at different venues. Also meet most Saturdays 7am at Espresso 25 at 1 Boatworks Drive Coomera. We have a mid year weekend away and a end of year Christmas Party. We attend as a group to various Vintage and Classic car events. General meeting is held Bi-monthly at a designated place and time. Phone Peter 0493092341 SIP N SUP CLUB – GOLD COAST Meets every three weeks at a great restaurant around the Gold Coast. All men welcome for beer, wine and food. We critique restaurants, have guest speakers but most of all we have a lot of fun. Generally Thursday afternoons, however, some evening events. 16 meetings per year. More info on facebook and search for @sipnsupgc and/ or phone Michel on 0412 757 535 or email michel_44@ bigpond.com THE COOMERA RADIO YACHT CLUB welcomes persons wishing to learn to sail Radio Controlled Yachts in our sailing venue at Damian Leeming Lake at Oxenford, Wednesdays from 1pm. Open to seniors, college aged young people plus those with physical disabilities. We provide help and advice using members boats. Offers excellent hand eye coordination, enjoyment, meet new people in friendly, competitive environment. PH: 0450 176 522 or ronbrown6511@gmail.com MEN’S COFFEE & BS GOLD COAST. Guys need an outlet to get together ‘shoot the breeze’, talk a bit of BS, and make new mates. Whether you’re 40 or 80 this group is for you. It’s a small friendly informal group that catches up weekly to give men an opportunity to get out of the house. This is NOT a business networking or church group. It’s about social engagement. Fantastic camaraderie. Call Anthony 0413 806 179. Monday catch-up - Southport Bowls Club, Queen St, Southport - Wednesday catch-up - Serengeti Cafe, Cnr Grice & Bruce Av Paradise Point. @ 9:30 am. Friday catch-up - Boutique Cafe @ 9:30am. Salacia Waters cafe precinct Paradise Point. COASTAL CHARISMA A CAPPELLA CHORUS - We are an all-ages, ladies chorus, who sing popular songs in four-part, barbershop-style harmony. We meet on Tuesday nights 7pm at Griffith University G40 building. For info email membership@coastalcharisma.com LINE DANCE WITH LEAH - Mondays: Lakeside Community Centre, 25 Rose Valley Dr, Upper Coomera. 8.40am-9.20am Absolute Beginner-Beginner. 9.30am11.00am High Beginner-Low Intermediate. Tuesdays: Studio Village Community Centre, 87 Village Way, Oxenford. 4.25pm-5.25pm Absolute Beginner-Beginner. 5.30pm-7.30pm Improver-Intermediate. Fridays: Canungra School Of Arts Hall, 3 Pine St, Canungra. 9.30am-11.30am High Beginner-Low Intermediate. Enquiries Leah Cook 0403 460 365. UPPER COOMERA LIONS CLUB is a friendly mix of members and invite others to come and join us. We meet at The Wattle Hotel on Brygon Creek Road, Upper Coomera the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Visitors are most welcome to come and join us for a Dinner Meeting with no obligation. Contact: 0416 939 804. | uppercoomera.qld@lions.org.au GOLD COAST STAMP AND COIN CLUB INC (previously Southport Afternoon Stamp Club) meets second Saturday of each month from noon to 4pm, at Helensvale Community Centre (South Hall), 31 Discovery Drive, Helensvale. Everyone welcome. Each month we have dealers, bargain tables, sales by tender, exchange books and some exhibits or talks, finishing with afternoon tea. Enquiries please phone 0409 765 060 or 0417 987 441. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS – A ladies meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous is held every Thursday at 5pm - 6pm at the Ormeau Community Centre, 3 Curthbert Drive Ormeau, Meeting Room 6. The Ormeau Women’s Living Sober Meeting is a safe place for women to learn about the disease of alcoholism and a solution to aid them in living a happy, joyous, free sober life. Doors open 4:30pm. NEW MONTHLY ACTIVE MINDS GROUP Trivia, fun and games. Come along and challenge your mind. First Thursday every month 10am-12.30pm. $5 morning tea included. Phone Jasmin 0412364669 or Marilyn 0481480274. OXENFORD COOMERA VIEW CLUB - Raising Funds for The Smith Family Learning for Life Students. Meetings held on the 3rd Friday of the month at the Oxenford Tavern with Lunch and interesting speakers. Social Events are held on the 1st Friday of the month. Call Susan on 0448120091. SOUTH COAST RESTORATION SOCIETY OPEN DAY: Our Vintage Display is open on the second Sunday of the month. Step back in time and experience the technology of yesteryear on display at South Coast Restoration Society Living Museum. Many sheds to explore with various collections of items from a bygone era. ie stationary engines, water pumps, antiques, old tractors and heritage vehicles, a fully restored Steam Roller along Heritige Print. Refreshments available. Exit 49 of the M1. Take Rifle Range Road, entry is via the Pimpama Sports Hub entrance at the traffic lights. First left then follow the road up to the top of the hill. A great family day out. Something for everyone. Free entry PIMPAMA MEN’S SHED - 15 Clark Way, Pimpama, behind the School of Arts opposite Pimpama State School open from 8am to 12 noon Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The shed is equipped with excellent woodworking and metalworking equipment. Members can work on personal tasks, help with community projects, or just sit and have a cuppa and a chat. Social, health and welfare programs, specialty visits, and presentations are also offered. Contact Secretary sec.pms@outlook.com.au. HINTERLAND MODEL FLYING CLUB (HMFC) – Ever wondered what it’s like to fly a model plane or helicopter? Come and join us and learn new skills of building, repairing and flying! Club open every day at William Guise Foxwell Park, Shipper Dr, Coomera; best days to meet members is on Saturday or Tuesday morning. If you’re a newcomer to the sport members can offer advice and our instructors can help from start until you get your first licence. Being with a club allows you to use a purpose built facility, take excellent training and be part of a team. HMFC is associated with the MAAA and so you’re covered by insurance when flying at the field. More info: www.hmfc.com.au or contact the Secretary on hmfchonsec@gmail.com. (Front gate end of Shipper Dr, Coomera, opp. Coomera Houseboats site). GUANABA SOUTH COAST COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB, Heritage Park, 193 Rifle Range Road, Pimpama (Exit 49). Monthly Socials - 3rd Sunday at 12pm. Entrance fee $6.00 visitors, $5.00 members. Canteen, Licenced Bar & Afternoon Tea available. Great afternoon of talented Singers for your entertainment OR if you would like to sing with the band yourself, there are 3 practice sessions before the social to polish your songs for your performance. Contact Noelene (Secretary) 0419740756 or Peter (Music Coordinator) 0427293858. Find us on FB. Hall hire also available. EUCHRE. If you enjoy playing euchre we are an over 60’s group and get together every Thursday evening at the CSI Club in Southport between 5.45 and 9.30pm. New members welcome. Contact Mel 0438090952 or Marcelle 0428571937.
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