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2 Gold Coast students aspiring to be future leaders have been appointed to their new roles in the 2025 City of Gold Coast Junior Council Executive Committee. Aiden Yi from Somerset College has been announced as this year’s Junior Mayor while Oscar De Jersey from Hillcrest Christian College will take on the role of Deputy Junior Mayor. A further five students make up this year’s Junior Council Executive Committee. Acting Mayor Donna Gates congratulated the students on taking their positions. “The Junior Council is an important program which helps the City learn more about what is important for our younger citizens,” Acting Mayor Gates said. “It also provides our secondary schools students a platform and an opportunity to connect with local government and discuss current community issues. “This program is also an important opportunity for the students to learn about the role of local government, develop skills in public speaking, networking, and leadership. Students are given the opportunity to build on their understanding of active citizenship and the important role they play as members of the community.” The Junior Council program is a two-year civic leadership initiative which involves 150 Year 10 and 11 students from 40 Gold Coast high schools. The Junior Council is led by the Junior Mayor, Deputy Junior Council Executive Committee appointed to their new roles Junior Mayor, and the Junior Council Executive Committee. Aiden Yi said: “It is a great privilege to be named the 2025 Junior Mayor and I look forward to working with this year’s Junior Council. I’m excited about the future of the City, learning more about local government, and contributing ideas.” The 33rd Junior Council Executive Committee comprises of: • Baran Jalilian from Benowa State High School • Jamili Maatouk from Assisi Catholic College • Ruby Beauchamp from St Hilda’s School • Saxon Miller from All Saints Anglican School • Shiloh Smith from Rivermount College Three additional schools will be taking part in Junior Council this year – Busy Schools Southport, Ormeau Woods State High School and The Southport School taking the number of schools participating up to 40. PET OF THE WEEK FOR MORE VISIT AWLQLD.COM.AU OR CALL 5509 9000 Creating a brighter future Animal Welfare League Qld Est. 1959 PETS OF THE MONTH Tommy Animal ID:16466 | Domestic Short Hair Male | 12Y 6M | Blue & White Hello there, I’m Tommy. I’ve seen many sunrises and sunsets, each one as unique as a snowflake. I’m a sweet old soul, always ready to lend a comforting purr when needed. I’ve spent my years learning the art of loyalty, and I must say, I’ve mastered it. I’m not one for mischief, I prefer a calm, peaceful existence, basking in the warmth of companionship. My days are spent dreaming of a forever home, where I can share my wisdom and love. I may be a senior, but my heart is young. I have so much love to give, and I hope to share it with someone who appreciates the loyalty and sweetness of a mature companion. Adopt me, and let’s make beautiful memories together. Summer Animal ID:137606 | American Staffy Female | 2Y 1M | Medium | Tan & White Meet Summer, a gentle soul with a heart full of love. Summer can be a little shy at first but once she warms up, she is a cuddly and friendly gal! Summer’s perfect home would be a quiet one where she can gain confidence and get all the cuddles! She would love to spend her days playing with toys, going for walks cozy evenings at home. She would be the perfect friend to chill on the couch with! If you have a peaceful home and a little bit of patience, Summer could be your new best friend! So come and meet her today Tommy, Summer and more wonderful pets are waiting to meet you at the AWL Coombabah on Shelter Road.
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10 Community Notices FREE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT, SPORTING & COMMUNITY GROUPS email your notice to info@localnewsletters.com • Deadline 25 March for next issue Book now 5539 4255 or online www.spotlighttheatre.com.au 185 - 187 Ashmore Road, Benowa 28 March - 12 April 2025 CHATTY CAFE aims to spark conversations that go beyond the ordinary, fostering social connections within the local community. By creating an environment where people feel encouraged to chat and connect, we aim to prevent and reduce social isolation and loneliness. Its free for all on every Thursday at 10am til 12pm at Cuppa Cafe located at Upper Coomera Community Centre, call 0450506886 . VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED - St. Vincent de Paul is a non-profit Catholic Society established to help the poor, needy and those struggling in our communities. We distribute food vouchers and parcels, plus some financial assistance and counseling where possible. Upper Coomera centre operates Tuesday to Thursday mornings, while the Pimpama centre is open Thursday mornings. Computer literacy required. Usually only required once per week. Training provided. Anyone interested please contact Stephen on 0413931217 or stephen.clancy@ svdpqld.org.au 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 GOLD COAST SUCCULENT & BROMELIAD SOCIETY - meet 4th Saturday of every month, Helensvale Community Centre, South Hall, 31-33 Discovery Dr, Helensvale.Doors open at 11:30am for Plant Sales, meeting begins at 12:30. We’re a fun non-profit dedicated to all things Succulents and Bromeliads! We bring people together with monthly meetings featuring awesome guest speakers. Learn about growing and caring for these fascinating plants. Join us for plant displays, sales, nursery visits, bus trips, and garden tours. We welcome new membership applications. Info www.gcsbs.au, and a FB group page at www.facebook.com/groups/GCSBS/. PROBUS CLUB OF COOMERA VALLEY INC - We are a mixed club and meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Holy Rood Church Family Centre, 192 Tamborine Oxenford Road, Oxenford commencing at 10am followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Our members are kept busy with various interest groups, Cards, Snooker, Book Club, Coordination & Balance Class, Coffee & Chat, Travel Club and Movies. There are also bus trips and theatre outings. Contact our Secretary at coomeravalp@gmail. com for information. New members always welcome. AGEING GRACEFULLY is a program delivered by Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC); dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of seniors. We offer a variety of exciting activities, from gentle exercise, in-house support and meditation to social events and workshops, all aimed at promoting a sense of community and well-being. Visit our website www.tmcgc.org/ older-persons or contact us at (07) 5591 7261 or email: business@tmcgc.org. Proudly funded by the Queensland Government. BLUECARE VOLUNTEERS We are seeking volunteers for the Compassionate Companion Social Connection Program at our residential aged care facility in Arundel. Contact Louisa 0477 317 260 for details. We also urgently need volunteers to support the Lifestyle Team to provide fun, social and recreational activities for Residents Monday to Friday 9am to 11.30am at both our Arundel and Labrador residential aged care facilities and 9am to 4pm at the Coomera Respite Care Centre. Contact Lorraine 0418 184 230. No previous experience in aged care is needed. People from diverse backgrounds and all ages 16yrs+ are welcome to apply. Screening checks will be required, these are free to volunteers and BlueCare will assist with the applications. DIGITAL LITERACY is a program delivered by Thriving Multicultural Communities (TMC) helping individuals enhance their skills using modern technology including computers, mobile phones and iPads. We cover topics like navigating the internet, operating systems and file management, AI, digital tools and device security. Our aim is to promote community engagement and personal growth. Visit our website www.tmcgc.org or contact us at (07) 55917261 or email business@tmcgc.org. Proudly funded by the Good Things Foundation. SEW CRAZY QUILTERS INC. Meet every Thursday morning from 9.30am to 1.00pm at the Community Centre Discovery Drive, Helensvale. Wide variety of sewing interests among our members, including Quilting, Patchwork, embroidery, machine embroidery and art quilts. Come along and meet like minded crafters, feel free to bring either handwork or your machine. You can work on your own projects, or get involved in some Charity Sewing. There’s always something interesting going on. Please call our President Lynne for more info. 0407 941711 THE ROTARY CLUB OF COOMERA VALLEY meets weekly at the Wattle Hotel, Reserve Road Coomera for dinner 6.00pm to 8.00pm. We work hard in our community to make a difference. If you would like to find out more, join us for a meeting. Contact via email, coomeravalleyrotary@gmail.com . We will respond via phone with details. Follow us on FB. Our major fundraising project involves collection of books, CD’s and DVD’s. These are sold at our annual 3 day book fair. We also hold monthly mini book fairs. 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. There are 16 meetings per year. More information on facebook and search for @sipnsupgc and/or phone Ron, our Club President on 0419 642 225. e: sipnsupgc@gmail.com
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