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4 Oxenford Neighbourhood Watch The firees asked if we could record their concerns first. Opening question, do you know how many fires are raging out of control? There are too many and this only the start of the fire season! With high winds and excessive fuel (dry vegetation), we can expect fires in our district before long. The firees could add all sorts of anecdotal information that would take up the rest of this page – to spare you this, in summary, remove all fuel from around your properties and have an escape plan. Fire spreading through dry grass is a particular hazard. The NHW team are concerned that pensioners and super-busy families are particularly vulnerable. Not all of us have trailers, if you are one of the lucky few, please talk to you friends and neighbours about collecting dry fonds, grass cuttings, etc. and taking these to the tip. Our community has a great name for helping those who are more vulnerable, please continue the good work. Useful to also know that the Disaster and Emergency Management Unit (DEMU) is running workshops to address key issues which include risk assessment, planning, and communication, plus resources and infrastructure available. The DEMU can be contacted on 07 5582 9395. Keep in mind that in addition to uncontrolled fires, extreme and unpredictable weather patterns will deliver destructive winds and catastrophic flooding. The season ahead could represent a significant challenge. When disaster strikes, our community spirit will hopefully moderate the damage. The Queensland Police Service (QPS) continue to pursue the StreetSmarts state-wide initiative leading to a reduction in accidents from the ‘Fatal Five’ – speeding, drink driving, failing to wear seatbelts and driving while tired or distracted. With the holiday season approaching we can expect increased traffic density. If you need to learn more about QPS initiatives in relation to road safety, please visit: www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/ road-safety. Great to note a high level of interest arising from the National Secure Your Home Day (NSYHD) 2024 program which took place end of September. Please follow-up on this opportunity to review and improve your home security; free NSYHD kits are available and include a home security checklist with tips on securing your home. Youth crime is a particular concern, we have learnt that installing cameras is not enough, you need a comprehensive program based on the principal, Lock it or Lose It. Please visit: www. secureyourhomeday.com.au. Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) is a community led safety and awareness program that aims to prevent crime, stop social isolation and increase the safety, security, and quality of life for everyone in your community. Our next NHW event will be on the 12th of November 2024 with a 7.00 pm start, location at the Meeting Place (aka the Oxenford and Coomera Community Youth Centre), 25 Leo Graham Way, Oxenford QLD. Our annual general meeting will take place at the start of the event. We are grateful for the strong relationship we enjoy with the QPS operating from the Coomera Station and we are promised a stimulating report on steps being taken to prevent crime. We are also advised that there remain outstanding questions on Youth Justice; we will devote time to answering these. You will also hear from our local community leaders including our Counciler, and our State Member for Parliament. Many of our visitors, take advantage of informal meetings once our formal event is finished. Given the popularity of the raffle supported by light refreshment, we will continue with this tradition. You are assured of a stimulating evening, and we look forward to welcoming you. Martin Mankowski Area Coordinator Oxenford Neighbourhood Watch DONATE BLOOD, SAVE LIVES. Do something special. Give blood. Call 13 14 95 download the app or donateblood.com.au 1 in 3 Australians will need blood in their lifetime. Only 1 in 30 people currently donate.
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9 68 Tips to link mind and body and capture your wellbeing! 24 November 2024 | At 9.30 AM - 5 PM Helensvale Bowls Club, Discovery Drive, Helensvale Gold Coast Provided: 30 page workbook, pen, highlighter. Tea, coffee and meals provided at venue (can purchase) Please bring: Lunch and snacks as many have food sensitivities To book: email sandi@sandirogers.com.au with your details Bank transfer BSB 063 548 Account 1063 9779 Passionate about what I do – Simply helping all people! Investment $145 members of any club $75 This program is delivered by Internationally recognised Dr Sandi Rogers ED.D., N.D Program Topics - What is in it for YOU? Learn what is going on inside - • What parts of your body are often overlooked? • How to support them • Physical changes are subtle • Tips to take control Without mindfulness all too hard • Mindfulness is very important yet misunderstood • No jargon or impossible positions to get into, learn why and how then feel the power of it! Second by second is possible Physical drives emotional • The physical drives the emotional and emotions drive physical • Life baskets and harmony within provides some solutions 86.400 seconds is what life is all about • The now is important yet many struggle so learn HOW. • Time and the ticking clock, a wakeup call for all • 86.400 seconds a day, each day and how to work with them Achievable Solutions • Basics to Wellbeing recovery • Role of the Adrenal Glands • Immune health and solutions • Low energy and how to change it into vibrant energy • Lots of recipes and BONUS FREE booklet Energy Unlimited For information contact Dr Sandi Rogers 0411047821 or email sandi@sandirogers.com.au Link mind and body and capture your wellbeing! Experience the Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens from the comfort of our 8-seater electric Botanic Gardens Glider. The Glider allows visitors with limited mobility to enjoy the Botanic Gardens and can carry a maximum of 6 passengers at any time. For the safety of all passengers and volunteers, Mobility Aids cannot be taken on the Glider, however it is possible to leave them at the Departure Point of the Sensory Garden Pavilion where they will be safely secured. Unfortunately for safety reasons children under 1.5 metres are not permitted on the Glider. Glider Services run on Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9:30am and 10:45am and on the first and third Saturdays from 10:00am. Along the way your driver will point out some of the unique and interesting native flora and fauna of the region. PLEASE NOTE: Passengers seated in seats C1 and C2 face backward. Botanic Gardens Glider Service Sensory Gardens Pavilion, Gold Coast Regional Botanic Gardens 230 Ashmore Rd, Benowa Tour cost is $5 per person. Bookings essential. https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/961765 Phone: 0449 561 674 | Email:info@friendsgcrbg.org.au
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We offer a full programme of activities including Pool, Table Tennis, Tai Chi, Mah Jong and various card and board games as well as bus trips and outings to places of interest. Shirley 04480 030 359. 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. HELENSVALE PROBUS CLUB is a mixed club of friendly retirees. We meet at Helensvale Seniors Club, 37 Discovery Drive, Helensvale, at 10 AM on the second Friday of each month (except December and January). Visitors are welcome to join us at our meetings or on our outings and activities. Contact us by email at helensvaleprobusclub@gmail.com or Kay by phone on 0478 095 802. Check our website at www. probussouthpacific.org/microsites/helensvale for info. 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. PROBUS CLUB HOPE ISLAND meets every third Wednesday of the month at 9.30am at Club Helensvale, Discovery Drive, Helensvale for fun and fellowship in retirement. We are a friendly, mixed club and welcome visitors to join us for the range of activities we provide. Contact Lynne at lynne_j@bigpond.com THE OXENFORD BOSOM BUDDIES BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meets the first Thursday of every month at 10am at the Oxenford/Coomera Community and Youth Centre, 25 Leo Graham Way Road, Oxenford. A group for breast cancer people, their family, friends and supporters, everyone welcome. A morning tea is supplied by the Oxenford Bakers Delight. Lee 0439 754 180. DEMENTIA FRIENDS- Our group is for carers and the person they are caring for with dementia. Join the group once a month for refreshments and activities and for sharing information, conversation and laughter. Phone Ann on 0448260980 or Judy on 0408081441. BLUECARE VOLUNTEERS are needed urgently Monday to Friday at all BlueCare Residential Aged Care sites across the Gold Coast, from Kirra to Coomera. Volunteers assist the Diversional Therapy team to provide fun, social and recreational activities for residents 9-12noon Mon to Fri and/or a friendly visit and chat with residents who may be feeling isolated or lonely. No previous experience in aged care is needed, people from diverse backgrounds are welcome to apply. Screening checks also apply, these are free to volunteers and BlueCare will assist with the application. Contact BlueCare Gold Coast Volunteer Coordinator Team Lorraine (Nth GC) 0418 184 230, Kelly (Sth GC) 0448 670 928 VOCALESCENCE CHORUS Come and join the award winning all female a-cappella chorus on a Wednesday night at the Upper Coomera Centre, 90 Reserve Road from 6.30 to 9.30. We love to see new members so why not come along and see what we are about. Please follow our Vocalescence Website and Facebook pages and for up to date information contact Jo on 0417 747935. FOR LOVERS of THE ARTS: ADFAS GOLD COAST invites you to join our series of monthly Saturday morning lectures on a wide variety of arts-related subjects presented by national and international specialist speakers. Be entertained and informed then join us for morning tea. Bookings essential. For lecture/ membership enquiries call Bernadette on 0484227065 or email bmurray079@gmail.com. ADFAS GOLD COAST https://www.adfas.org.au/societies/gold-coastbundall/ STANDBY SUPPORT AFTER SUICIDE is Australia’s national service supporting people bereaved or impacted by suicide including families and friends who have lost someone to suicide, first responders who have attended a suicide and members of the public who have witnessed a suicide. StandBy is accessible 7 days a week, providing free face to face and/or telephone support at a time and place that is best for each individual. Phone 1300 727 247. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS – A ladies meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous is held every Thursday at 5pm – 6pm at the Pimpama Uniting Church Hall, 246 Creek Street Pimpama. 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 and free sober life. Doors open from 4:30pm 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. Info on facebook and search for @sipnsupgc and/or ph Michel on 0412 757 535 or e: michel_44@bigpond.com GOLD COAST WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION supports and encourages writers from all genres, age groups, and levels of experience, to grow, learn, and excel in their craft. 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