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2 Have you ever been put off engaging a solicitor due to their exorbitant fees? Have you ever had to drop a lawyer because you could not afford their expected future costs? Have you, or someone you know, had to deal with criminal or traffic charges themselves due to the costs of private representation? Representing yourself for a traffic and/or criminal matter in Court can have dire consequences and lead to unfavourable outcomes. Here at Hilton Hartley Lawyers and Ormeau Legal, we believe that all persons should have equal and fair access to affordable legal services and an option for affordable, private representation in Court matters. As part of our daily work in the criminal justice system, we see the harsh reality of cost-of-living pressures and the effects this has on the amount of self-represented defendants in Courts across our State. We understand that representing yourself in Court, even for a simple criminal or traffic matter, can be extremely stressful and can lead to an adverse outcome if not handled properly. Engaging a lawyer, even for a simple matter, can assist with: • Ensuring your story is told in Court and that any relevant mitigating factors are taken into consideration for sentencing. • Being able to drive during the period of a driver’s licence suspension on a restricted licence or special hardship order. • Having your personal appearance excused from Court on certain appearances. • For criminal matters, a conviction not being recorded. • Determining whether there is an option to negotiate with Prosecutions regarding the facts or the charges themselves. • The complete withdrawal or substitution of charges…. And much more. If you are facing a simple traffic or criminal matter in Court and wish to plead guilty, or if you wish to apply for a work licence, call our office today to discuss your fixed fee options today. If you feel that your matter is more complicated, our office also offers free initial consultations for new clients for general advice on any criminal or traffic matters. If you are facing a criminal or traffic matter in Court, make a step in the right direction and give our team a call! see advert front page Legal News HILTON HARTLEY LAWYERS & ORMEAU LEGAL Do something special. Give blood. Call 13 14 95 download the app or donateblood.com.au 10 days of sculpture on the beach! SWELL Sculpture Festival is for everyone! Come and see for yourself! The annual SWELL Sculpture Festival is celebrating its 22nd year as a free and all-inclusive 10-day outdoor sculpture exhibition by the people for the people. A celebration of narratives and stories spoken through the artworks produced by local, national and international artists. Over 65 large-scale sculptures along beautiful Currumbin Beach which is transformed into an outdoor sculpture park. Connecting people, art and place, SWELL transforms public spaces into family-friendly outdoor sculpture galleries! You are invited to immerse at your own level and pace with the sculptures set amongst the natural landscape. Delve deeper into the unique artistic elements programmed each year by attending artist talks, twilight walks, sculptural workshops and masterclasses. SWELL connects with younger artists through the SWELL Kids Elements program. SWELL Fringe Festival includes morning beach meditations, to live music, DJs, workshops, artist panels and more - there’s always something happening. Visit Pop-Up Exhibitions that complete the SWELL compass. There is something for everyone at SWELL! www.swellsculpture.com.au SWELL SCULPTURE FESTIVAL PEOPLE ART PLACE 6-15 SEPTEMBER 2024
3 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.
4 Congratulations June Winners! $50 GIFT CARD SUDOKU: J. Turnbull, Ormeau CROSSWORD: J. Halcro, Nerang THE FINAL ACT OF JULIETTE WILLOUGHBY N. McKenzie, Labrador | K. Scoveii, Ormeau C. Sheather, Southport | M. Adams, Pimpama S. Cross, Ormeau RESURRECTION BOOK COMPETITION P. Hodgetts, Ashmore | B. Kochonda, Southport M. Wermer, Upper Coomera | S Griffin, Coombabah J. Johannsen, Upper Coomera BOOK GIVEAWAY TO ENTER write your name, address & phone on the back of an envelope and post to: Winners book prize will be couriered so please provide a phone number. You may put phone number inside envelope if you are worried about scams... thankyou! Enter To Win THE HIDDEN GIRL by Lucinda Riley/Harry Whittaker Sweeping and evocative, The Hidden Girl is a lost treasure from the global number one bestselling author Lucinda Riley. You can’t alter destiny . . . Born and raised in a small village on the Yorkshire moors, Leah Thompson grows more beautiful with each passing day. 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ISBN: 9781035047987 | Format: Trade Paperback | Pub Date: 10/09/2024 Imprint: Macmillan | Price: $34.99 ITALIAN FAMILY FOOD by Silvia Colloca Getting dinner on the table for the family can feel like a chore, but with a bit of help from Silvia Colloca, you’ll be armed with the knowledge and recipes to make life in the kitchen so much easier. In Italian Family Food, Silvia shows you how to meal plan and cook like they do in Italy, with wisdom and tricks passed down from generations of clever, thrifty nonnas. Learn how to repurpose leftovers so that you cook once but eat twice, get more out of your freezer and throw together simple yet delicious meals with the most basic of pantry items. Silvia shares more than 85 simple, delicious and economical meals that will make the whole family smile. 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5 We offer free breast screens for women aged 40 and over. Breast screening is most effective for women aged 50 to 74. Our appointments are quick and can be made outside working hours. Book today. BreastScreen Queensland has a new mobile van that will be at Pimpama City Shopping Centre until 5 September 2024. The van visits seven sites annually, in addition to the permanent clinics at Burleigh Waters, Helensvale, Robina and Southport. Whilst the permanent clinics can be accessed all year, the mobile van is taken to convenient spots to reduce travel time for locals. “Taking the mobile van to shopping centres can make it easier for our clients to attend and fit their screen into their usual visit to the shops,” said BreastScreen Queensland Health Promotion Officer Sarah Jesser. Breast screens (screening mammograms) are available for eligible people aged 40 and older, with individuals welcome to continue screening beyond age 74. Women aged between 50 and 74 are actively encouraged to screen every two years, as the benefits of screening mammography have been shown to be most effective for this group. Currently only one in every two women aged 50 to 74 participate in the free BreastScreen Queensland program within their recommended time frame. Having mobile clinics can help make it easier for people to attend screening closer to where they live or work. “One in seven women in Australia will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Regular breast screening helps save lives by finding breast cancer early when it’s easier to treat,” Ms Jesser said. To find out if you’re due for your breast screen, or to find your nearest BreastScreen Queensland service, phone 13 20 50 or visit breastscreen.qld.gov.au/make-an-appointment Eye catching new BreastScreen van at Pimpama City Did you know? - Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australian women. - 9 out of 10 women diagnosed with breast cancer have no family history of breast cancer. - Breast screening can find breast cancer early, before it can be seen or felt. - Breast screening has a normal result for most women, with no cancer found.
6 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 11 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 11
7 As you age, it's common for your eyesight to undergo changes, necessitating proactive measures to preserve your vision. Following are recommendations for maintaining optimum eye health: Opt for a Nutrient-Rich Diet Maintaining a well-balanced diet supports both a healthy weight and optimal vision. Conditions such as obesity, a leading cause of adult vision impairment, can be mitigated through nutritious eating habits. Incorporating the following nutrients into your diet has shown promise in preventing vision loss: Zinc: Found in meat, fish, poultry, whole grains, and dairy products. Lutein: Present in corn, spinach, kale, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts. Vitamin A: Available in dairy products, carrots, kale, spinach, and egg yolks. Vitamin E: Found in eggs, whole grains, vegetable oils, and sunflower seeds. Vitamin C: Present in broccoli, green peppers, potatoes, citrus fruits, and juices. Fatty Acids: Sourced from coldwater fish like rainbow trout, mackerel, and salmon, as well as sunflower and corn oil. Kick the Smoking Habit Smoking is a major contributor to various health issues, including vision loss. It's been linked to conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. Prioritise Physical Activity Engaging in at least 20 minutes of exercise per day benefits both your overall health and eye health. Improved blood circulation resulting from exercise aids in the removal of potentially harmful particles from the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. Rigorous activity isn't necessary; a brisk daily walk is usually sufficient. Shield Your Eyes Wearing UV-blocking sunglasses shields your eyes from harmful UV rays, slowing the progression of cataracts caused by direct sunlight. Sunglasses also safeguard your retina from injury and reduce the risk of skin cancer around the eyes. Additionally, protective eyewear should be worn when engaging in activities such as sports or working with materials like wood or metal to prevent eye injuries from debris or projectiles. Practice Eye Rest Extended screen time without frequent blinking can lead to eye strain and dryness. Adhering to the 20-20-20 rule—taking a 20-second break every 20 minutes to focus on something 20 feet away—can alleviate eye strain and fatigue. Schedule Regular Eye Exams Routine eye exams are crucial for detecting potential eye conditions before they manifest symptoms and cause irreversible vision loss or blindness. Paris Miki Optical’s Store Manager Michael has over 31 year’s experience as a qualified Optical technician and has been working in the area for over 23 years. There is an onsite workshop for quicker spectacle making, so you don’t have to be without your own frames for weeks if we are using your own frame for new lenses; repairs can be done onsite and same day service is available on in store stock lenses. To make an appointment please call on 5580 5010. Safeguard Your Eyesight Book your appointment today! Shop 18, 12 Sir John Overall Drive, Helensvale Plaza Phone 5580 5010 | www.paris-miki.com.au $150 OFF COMPLETE PAIR *Excludes Maui Jim, Zeal and Oakley Sun RX 3 Bulk Billed Eye Tests 3 Most Health Funds Accepted 3 External Prescriptions Welcome
8 100% fun, 100% African, 100% joy Cirque Africa is produced and directed by ‘Papa Africa’ aka Winston Ruddle, the director who brought us the HIT BROADWAY SHOW CIRQUE MOTHER AFRICA. Cirque Africa is coming to Australia in 2024 with a brand new show featuring the very best talent from across Africa. Audiences will be fully immersed in traditional African culture while witnessing a hand picked worldrenowned African troupe. Ranging from acrobats to dancers, musicians to contortionists masterfully performing in this energetic two hour spectacle. Rhythmic, colourful, energetic and awe-inspiring. Cirque Africa artists have performed to over 2 million people worldwide and are guaranteed to captivate audiences young and old by combining the best of contortion, acrobatics, traditional dance, live music, pan spinning, hand balancing and so much more. CIRQUE AFRICA Monday 9 September 'Extraordinary talent. The performers bring so much energy and joy to the crowd' Glam Adelaide 'Cirque Africa is fresh, funky, bold, fun and challenges your imagination like no other show.' Broadway World You won’t want to miss this uniquely vibrant performance. For further information and to purchase tickets www.hota.com.au 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217 Rosebud Animal ID: 130993 | American Staffy Cross Boxer Age: 7years, 1 week | Female | White & Brindle A Rosebud by any other name would be as sweet! Rosebud is a gentle soul who is calling AWLQ home while she waits to find her forever home. She likes to spend her days hanging out with friends, both human and canine, she just has so much love to share. Rosebud would like her future home to be one where she can get out for daily walks, have a cosy bed inside and be showered with all the affection and attention that she deserves. If you have children or a friendly doggo at home, please bring them in to meet Rosebud to see if she will fit in with the whole family. Don’t delay, Rosebud is ready to blossom and show her new family how much love and joy she can bring to their lives. Batman Animal ID: 128602 | DMH Age: 8years 5months | Male | Brown Tabby Hey there, I’m Batman. Don’t let the name fool you, I’m not your typical superhero. I’m a feline with brains and charm. I’ve got a knack for figuring out puzzles and I’m always up for a good play session. I’m quite friendly with humans, but I prefer to be the only cat in the castle. I’m a strong, independent guy who likes to do things my own way. I might not have a Batmobile or a Batcave, but what I do have is a lot of love to give. If you’re looking for a loyal, intelligent companion who’ll always keep you on your toes, I’m your guy. So, why should you adopt me? Well, because every home needs a Batman, right? PET OF THE WEEK FOR MORE VISIT AWLQLD.COM.AU OR CALL 5509 9000 Creating a brighter future Animal Welfare League Qld Est. 1959 PET OF THE MONTH HELP SAVE A LIFE & ADOPT TODAY.
9 Lemon Meringue Tarts • 2 ½ sheets frozen shortcrust pastry, thawed • 1 cup water • ½ cup lemon juice • ½ cup sugar • ¼ cup cornflour • 2 egg yolks • 30g butter • 1 finely grated lemon zest • 2 egg whites • 1/3 cup caster sugar • 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice Preheat oven to hot, 200C. Lightly grease each recess of a (1/4 cup) muffin pan. Using a 10cm cutter, cut 12 rounds from pastry. Ease pastry into prepared pans. Chill for 15 minutes. Prick bases and bake for 5-10 mins. Meanwhile, combine water, lemon juice, sugar and cornflour in a saucepan, until smooth. Bring to boil, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 mins. Stir in yolks, butter and rind and allow to cool slightly. Spoon into prepared cases, leveling top. Chill until firm. To make the meringue, in a clean, dry bowl, using an electric mixer, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until sugar dissolves and foam is stiff, thick and glossy. Beat in vinegar. Increase oven to very hot (220C). Dollop meringue roughly over filling in each tart. Bake for 4-5 mins until lightly browned. Allow to cool and store in an airtight container. Prep 20m | Cook 15m | Makes 12 VOLUNTEERS WANTED for Homecrafts and Arts Pavilion at this year’s GOLD COAST SHOW - 30, 31 August & 1 Sept 2024 at Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport VOLUNTEERS will be rostered over the week August 26th – September 2nd Homecrafts: Apiculture, Baking & Cooking, Cake Decorating, Crochet, Hand Embroidery, Hand Knitting, Horticulture, Lace, Machine Sewing, Miscellaneous Crafts, Seniors, Papercrafts, Scrapbooking, Spinning, Weaving & Felting and Toys Visual Arts: Art Ability, Painting, Indigenous Australian Art, Drawing, Facilities, Art in Bark, Miniature Art, Porcelain Art, Ceramics, Pottery, Sculpture, Photography and Youth Arts classes No experience necessary. Please contact: Homecrafts: Angela Johnston 0408 188 721 Visual Arts: Margaret Leet 0407 678 411 Gold Coast Show Office 5504 5587 artsandcrafts@goldcoastshow.com.au Broadbeach Beachfront Markets: 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, 8am-2pm, Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach. Burleigh Heads Beachfront Markets: Last Sunday of each month 8am-2pm, Beachfront off Esplanade, Burleigh Heads. Carrara Markets: Largest marketplace in Australia, over 500 stalls. Variety, bric a brac, fresh food & produce, family entertainment 8am3pm every Sat & Sun, cnr Gooding Drive & Manchester Rd, Carrara. Coolangatta Beachfront Markets: 2nd Sunday of each month 8am-2.30pm, Beachfront Marine Parade, Coolangatta. Emerald Lakes Gourmet Food & Craft Market: (next to Emmanuel College, Birmingham Road). Every Thursday 3-7pm. Food Market specialising in sensationally fresh produce and International Street Foods, Musical entertainment. Plenty of free car parking. Marina Markets: Waterfront Hope Island Shopping Centre, 10 Santa Barbara Rd. Third Sunday of the month from 9am-2pm Miami Marketta: 23 Hillcrest Pde, Miami. Wednesday, Friday & Saturday from 5pm Our community hub 4208 - 1st sunday of the month, 7am - 12 noon. Harrigans Lane Jacobs Well / Harrigans Pub Calypso Cay @ ourcommunityhub4208 Paradise Point Art & Craft Market - Esplanade Park just north of Ephraim Island bridge on the fourth Sunday of every month. artandcraft.com.au Sanctuary Markets: on The Village Green at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. 28 Tomewin St, Currumbin. Every Friday 4-9pm Food Market specialising in International Street Foods, Musical entertainment. Plenty of free car parking. Surfers Paradise Beachfront Market: The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise. Every Wed, Fri & Sun night 4-9pm (except Schoolies) Tamborine Mountain Country Markets: 2nd Sunday of each month 7.30am-1pm, Tamborine Mountain Showgrounds, Mt Tamborine. Tamborine Mountain State School Markets: Last Sunday of the month 7am - 1pm. Pet friendly. Cnr of Long & Curtis Rds, Tamborine Mountain The Village Markets Burleigh Heads: 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month, 8.30am-1pm, Burleigh Heads State School, Lower Gold Coast Hwy farmers markets Beechmont Market: Every third Sunday of the month from 8am to 1pm at the Old School on the roundabout. Bundall Farmers Market: Every Sunday, 6-11.30am, HOTA, Bundall. Burleigh State School: Every Saturday, Lower Gold Coast Highway, 7am-12pm rain, hail or shine. Ample parking. Currumbin Community Market: Every Thursday 7am-11am, 164 Duringan Street, Currumbin. Helensvale Farmers Market: Every Saturday 6-11am. Helensvale State High School. Real Farmers. Real Food. Real Community. HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets 2023 Every Sunday 6-11.30am. 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise. Marina Mirage Farmers Markets: Every Saturday 7am-noon. facebook.com/marinamiragefarmersmarket Organic Farmers Market: Every Sunday, 6-11.30am Merrimac State High School, 3 Dunlop Crt, Mermaid Waters Lavelle Street Markets: Every Sunday rain, hail or shine. 6.30am12pm, Lavelle Street, Nerang. Palm Beach Farmers Market: Every Saturday, 6-11am, Palm Beach Currumbin High School, Thrower Drive, Palm Beach. Sunrise Farmer’s Market: Sundays 6.30-11am in the Dreamworld Carpark Tamborine Local Producers’ Market: Every Sunday, 7am-12pm, The Green Shed, Tamborine Mountain Showground. To list your market for free email: info@localnewsletters.com local markets
10 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 ROTARY CLUB OF COOMERA VALLEY is a fun friendly club, focussing on friendship and fellowship whilst working in the local community and supporting local projects. Come along and join us and get involved with as much or as little as you wish. We meet on Monday evenings for dinner and drinks at The Wattle, Upper Coomera, with interesting speakers and/or updates on our projects. Contact us via Facebook or on coomeravalleyrotary@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 FB and search for @sipnsupgc and/or ph Michel on 0412 757 535 or e: 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. 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 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. JP SERVICES AVAILABLE at Coomera Police Centre, 11 DeBarnett St. Monday-Friday 8-11.30am, every Monday & Wednesday & Friday 1-4pm. No appointments required. 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. 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 24/7, providing free face-to face and/or telephone support at a time and place that is best for each individual. Phone 1300 727 247. QCWA - COOMERA BRANCH - The Queensland Country Women’s Association (qcwa.org.au) is for women of all ages, from all walks of life and with different life experiences. We enjoy getting together monthly on the 2nd Wednesday for friendship, sharing and developing skills in healthy cookery, knitting & crochet, public speaking, photography, floral art as well as fundraising for local community, state and international causes. Check us out on Facebook (qcwa Coomera), come to our Craft day on the 3rd Wednesday monthly, or call 0456625776. Children Welcome.
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