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2 KEEPING YOU AHEAD OF THE GAME: Welcoming 2025 As we step into a new year, we reflect on the incredible support and engagement from our community in 2024, especially the success of our Paradise Point community meet-and-greet on December 4th. Events like these reaffirm our commitment to building strong connections with the people and businesses in the community. At Aylward Game Solicitors, we pride ourselves on being more than just a law firm and our mission for 2025 is to continue providing exceptional legal services while fostering relationships that strengthen the lives of our clients and the Paradise Point and Gold Coast communities. Our Services: Tailored for You Whether you need guidance in family law, civil disputes, property transactions, wills and estates or commercial matters our team is here to provide solutions that align with your goals. We’re not just problem-solvers; we’re planners, advisors, and advocates for your peace of mind. Meet Our Team At our Paradise Point office, our experienced team, including Kauri Burgess, brings a deep connection to the local area, backed by a commitment to client care. Reese, our friendly receptionist, ensures a warm welcome, while directors Mark and Ian provide expert leadership and guidance. In Brisbane, our dedicated team, Emma, Shania, Antoinette, and Saskia enhance our ability to deliver exceptional service across all practice areas. Whether you’re a new or existing client, or a local business owner, we warmly invite you to visit our office to connect with us or strengthen our relationship. Email: mail@aylwardgame.com.au | Ph: 1800 217 217 2/20 Grice Ave, Paradise Point Q 4216 see advert front cover This will be the first significant change to bin collection schedules in 20 years. Substantial growth and changes to our city and road networks means it's essential to adjust our truck routes and schedules. These changes will benefit our community by: • Helping maintain reliable and efficient bin collection services. • Contributing to reducing traffic congestion and improving the city's amenity. • Enhancing traffic, pedestrian, and truck driver safety. Stay ahead of the change by checking what your new schedule will be from March 2025 cityofgoldcoast.com.au/mybinday Residential bin days and times are changing in March 2025! 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 Mindie Animal ID: 56709 | Domestic Medium Hair Age: 8yr 1mths | Female | Black Hello there, I’m Mindie. Living here has taught me a lot about patience and kindness. I may be a senior, but I’ve still got plenty of love to give. I can be a bit shy at first, but once I get to know you, I’ll be your loyal companion. I’m not one for the hustle and bustle, I prefer quiet moments and gentle strokes. My ideal day is spent curled up next to you, purring softly. I may need a bit more care due to my age, but I promise, the love I give in return is worth it. If you’re looking for a sweet, loyal friend, I’m your girl. Nala Animal ID: 134923 | Australian Cattledog/Rottweiler Age: 1yr, 3 months | Female | Black & Tan Nala is a gorgeous Rottweiler mix with a big heart and lots of love to give. This sweet girl is looking for an experienced owner who can guide her as she continues to grow into her potential. Nala is full of youthful energy and will thrive in an active home that can provide her with plenty of exercise, playtime, and mental stimulation. She loves spending time with her human friends and is eager to please, making her a great candidate for further training. She loves nothing more than jumping up on your lap and craves all the attention and pats you can give her. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will join you on all of life’s adventures, Nala might just be your perfect match! Enjoy Summer Boating with Mainstream Marine Yamaha Summer Savings continue with $20 off per horsepower across the 2.5 to 25hp outboard range and free rigging valued up to $4390* on 115 to 350hp outboard motor range, both offers valid until 31/01/25. Our fully equipped workshop with access to shipyard facilities is ready to service your boat, you can drop off by road or water giving you peace of mind for the summer holidays. Heard of Highfield Inflatable Tenders, the world’s number 1 in RIB tender sector? We are now a dealer for Highfield offering the full range of tenders, ribs and jets. Give our friendly team a call today on 07 5546 2280 or call in and see us at Shed L1 Horizon Shores Marina we’re open Mon to Fri 7:30am to 4:30pm. *T&Cs Apply. See advert front cover
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And while Liv knows that breaking up with her girlfriend was what she wanted, she can’t help but wonder if she did the right thing . . ISBN: 9781035032761 | Format: Trade Paperback | Pub Date: 28/01/2025 Imprint: Macmillan | Price: $34.99 | Pages: 416 1: COOK AHEAD or 2: INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEARTBREAK PO Box 3302, Burleigh Town 4220 • Entries close 10.02.2025 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. 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7 Since its establishment in 2005, Paris Miki Optical has proudly served the eyewear needs of the Helensvale community and its surrounding areas. With a wealth of experience, Store Manager Michael brings over 31 years of expertise as a qualified Optical technician, having dedicated 23 years of service to the local region. At Paris Miki Optical, we prioritise efficiency and customer convenience. Our onsite workshop ensures prompt spectacle production, minimising the time you have to be without your frames. Whether we are fitting new lenses into your existing frames or handling repairs, our onsite services guarantee same-day results for instore stock lenses. Our mission at Paris Miki is to provide personalised eyewear solutions, delivering optimal vision tailored to each individual’s lifestyle. Whether you require reading, distance, bifocal, or progressive lenses, our comprehensive services cater to the entire family, spanning from children to Veteran’s affairs. Explore our diverse range of contact lenses, including multifocal, toric, 1-day, and lenses with varying replacement schedules from fortnightly to monthly. Michael’s expertise extends to customizing lens shapes for rimless and semirimless frames, ensuring a perfect fit for customers with unique preferences. Additionally, we offer the creation of prescription polarized sunglasses compatible with most sunglasses frames. Recognising the importance of regular eye testing for early detection of health issues such as Cataracts, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, and Pterygiums, we strongly advocate for yearly checkups. Paris Miki makes it easy for you with bulk-billed eye testing, including retinal photography. On-the-spot health fund claiming is available for most funds, streamlining the process for our valued customers. Onsite Workshop at Paris Miki Optical *Excludes Maui Jim, Zeal and Oakley Sun RX 3 Bulk Billed Eye Tests 3 Most Health Funds Accepted 3 External Prescriptions Welcome $150 OFF PARIS MIKI OPTICAL Shop 18, 12 Sir John Overall Drive Helensvale Plaza, Helensvale Phone 5580 5010 | www.paris-miki.com.au COMPLETE PAIR New Year, New Health Fund Most health fund annual limits reset each year on January 1st. Start the year right and make an appointment to see the friendly staff at Paris-Miki Helensvale for all your eye and glasses needs. PRINTING SPECIALS *Price includes basic artwork and GST • Full colour flyers on 150gsm gloss • Business cards 420gsm card • Letterheads 100gsm bond Contact Geoff on 0411 134 507 | geoff@localnewsletters.com 10,000 A5 Flyers $495* 5,000 A4 Flyers $495* 500 Letterheads $150* 10,000 A4 Flyers $795* 1000 Colour Business Cards $139* 5,000 A5 Flyers $320* from from from from from from
8 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 JANUARY CROSSWORD COMPETITION or JANUARY 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 10.02.2025 Winner notified by post. CROSSWORD 190 by Mona Elliott ACROSS 1. STATIONARY 7. CLOUDY 8. ROSTRUM 9. VOWED 10. HAVING SPOKES 11. BEGS 14. SOONEST 18. POSSESSION 19. DIVULGE 21. PUT TO FLIGHT 22. UNSAFE 23. TENACIOUS DOWN 1. PUT APART 2. TRIFLES 3. END 4. NIL 5. DILIGENT 6. DECLARE 12. GIGGLED 13. GLORIOUS 15. STRAIGHTENS 16. FOOTMAN 17. UNCELEBRATED 20. RESPONSIBILITY Answers next issue 2 3 4 9 11 12 13 15 16 20 21 23 1 8 10 14 22 5 6 7 17 18 19 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. 190 1 6 4 8 4 2 7 9 3 9 8 7 8 5 6 4 8 6 4 2 3 1 5 Answer next issue SCIENCE TRIVIA 1. How many elements are in the periodic table? 2. Which planet in the Milky Way is the hottest? 3. Who discovered that the Earth revolves around the sun? 4. Which planet has the most moons? 5. Which planet is closest to the sun? 6. Which is the only body part that is fully grown from birth? 7. How many bones do we have in an ear? 8. What scientific theory proposed that Earth revolves around the sun? 9. What is the process by which plants convert sunlight to energy? 10. What is the scientific theory that explains the origin of the universe? 11. What is the name of the world’s first artificial satellite? 12. What is the chemical element with the symbol Fe? 13. What is the smallest unit of matter? 14. What is the outermost layer of the Earth’s atmosphere called? 15. What is the process by which a liquid changes into a gas? See answers P 11 n a r j a c a d a WordWheel 60 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
9 • 300g chicken breast fillets, cut into 3 cm pieces • 1 clove garlic, crushed • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind, plus lemon wedges to serve • 2 teaspoons dried oregano • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 300g orange sweet potato, unpeeled • 1 large tomato, chopped • 1 Lebanese cucumber, chopped • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced • 1½ tablespoons sliced kalamata olives • 40g reduced fat feta cheese, cut into 1 cm cubes • ½ baby cos lettuce, leaves separated • ¼ cup tzatziki dip (low salt) Gyros chicken bowls with sweet potato fries (for two) 2 serves | 25m prep | 25m cook Tickets: $40 Standard $30 (Concession, Bond students/staff/alumini) www.eventbrite.com.au Enquiries: Robina Literary Club 5580 9118 The Gold Coast Caravan & Outdoor Expo Rev your engines! The biggest caravanning event on the Gold Coast is returning to People First Stadium, Nerang Broadbeach Rd, Carrara. For outdoor enthusiasts ready to hitch their dreams to reality, the largest Gold Coast event is a must-visit. With over 130 exhibitors, you’ll find the latest and greatest, state-of-the-art caravans, motorhomes, campervans, camper/tent trailers, plus gadgets and accessories galore, everything you could possibly need on your caravan and camping adventures. A highlight of the expo is the ever-popular Weight and Towing Masterclasses. Industry experts Jeff Palmer (Tow-Ed QLD), Gary Gardiner (Total Towing Setups), and Dave Lewis (Weightcheck QLD) will guide you through essential tips to keep your caravan adventures smooth and safe – because no one wants their next trip to go off track! The 2025 Let’s Go Gold Coast Caravan & Outdoor Expo is the ultimate destination for seasoned road warriors and fresh-faced adventurers alike. Whether you’re dreaming of starry nights by the campfire or planning your next all-Aussie Easter getaway, you’ll find everything you need under one roof. For the kids there’s face painting, land train, snake show and a rock wall. Just by swinging by you have the chance to win a $5,000 prize simply by exploring the expo and dreaming up your next big adventure! Tickets on sale now. Friday 7th February to Sunday 9th February 2025 from 9am Place chicken in a large bowl. Add garlic, lemon rind, 3 teaspoons oregano and 1½ tablespoons oil. Season with pepper. Toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate while preparing sweet potato fries. Cut sweet potato into approximately 10 cm-long x 1½ cm-thick fries. Pat dry with paper towel or a clean tea towel. Transfer to a large bowl. Add remaining oregano and oil. Season with pepper. Toss well to coat. Line a large baking tray with baking paper. Spread fries over prepared tray. Bake in a 220 °C preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until crisp and golden. Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick frying pan or barbecue over medium-high heat. Add chicken. Cook, turning occasionally, for 6-8 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate, cover loosely with foil and rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, toss tomato, cucumber, onion, olives and feta in a bowl. Divide lettuce, tomato salad, chicken and fries among 4 wide, shallow bowls. Top with tzatziki. Serve with lemon wedges. TIPS: • Chicken can be marinated in the fridge overnight. • Tomato salad can be made up to 3 hours ahead. Keep covered in the fridge until ready to serve.
10 Arthur Miller’s classic parable of mass hysteria draws a chilling parallel between the Salem witch-hunt of 1692 – one of the strangest and most awful chapters in human history – and the McCarthyism that gripped America in the 1950s. THE CRUCIBLE is a story of how the small community of Salem is stirred into madness by superstition, paranoia and malice, culminating in a violent climax, is a savage attack on the evils of mindless persecution and the terrifying power of false accusations. By Arthur Miller | Directed by Hunter Wall By arrangement with Music Theatre International Australasia Pty Ltd, on behalf of Arthur Miller. January 31 – February 22 Tickets available 5532 2096 www.gclt.com.au 21A Scarborough St, Southport Bookings: www.javeenbah.org.au Phone 0417 004 466 • Email info@javeenbah.org.au CNR STEVENS & FERRY STREETS, NERANG Music & Lyrics by Jeff Blim Book by Nick & Matt Lang Originally produced by StarKid Productions 8 - 22 FEBRUARY 2025 Book now 5539 4255 or online www.spotlighttheatre.com.au 185 - 187 Ashmore Road, Benowa Community Notices FREE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT, SPORTING & COMMUNITY GROUPS email your notice to info@localnewsletters.com • Deadline 5 February for next issue 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. Ph President Lynne for more info. 0407 941711 PROBUS CLUB OF HOLLYWELL invites people from the Northern GC to consider Probus membership. We meet at 10am, every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Runaway Bay Junior Leagues Club. All welcome to enjoy tea or coffee and friendly chat, before the meeting which includes guest speaker. Activities include monthly breakfast, lunch, evening dining, walking group, book club & occasional bus trip. Come along to ensure you are happy with our group before deciding to join. COMBINED PROBUS CLUB OF PARADISE POINT INC. offers a wide range of activities and interest groups to members and is renowned for its friendliness. We meet on the first Tuesday of the month (February-December) at the Runaway Bay Seagulls Leagues Club from 9.30am. For further information contact Secretary Tony (0413 559 902) or President Geoff (0412 238 895) or visit our website www.probussouthpacific.org/microsites/paradisepoint/ NATIONAL SENIORS AUSTRALIA PARADISE POINT BRANCH meets at Dublin Docks Tavern Function Room on the second Monday of each month 9:30am for 10:00am start. Interest Guest Speakers, Raffles, Lunch available after meeting, Monthly social functions. Contact Geoff/Margaret 55467952/0407676990. RUNAWAY BAY VIEW CLUB meets for lunch with interesting speakers at the Parkwood Tavern on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 11.30amd and holds regular social functions. VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education for Women. New members are always welcome. If you are interested in meeting other women whilst helping to raise money for The Smith Family Learning for Life students contact Julie on 0410416725 and leave a message. NORTH GOLD COAST PROBUS CLUB, a mixed club, meet at 10am at the Seagulls Leagues Club Morala Ave, Runaway Bay, first Monday of each month. Members enjoy a variety of guest speakers, morning tea coffee, and door prizes. Other club activities monthly may include: Outings, Bus trips, Walking Group, Book Club, Dining, Picnics and BBQ. Paul 0424 243005 or Wendy 55806224. “SING SING SING”(Paradise Point) - Free Community singing group every second Wednesday 9.30am at Paradise Point Uniting Church building, 126 Paradise Parade, Paradise Point. No fees or auditions, no matter what your singing voice, just a love of music is required. If you can talk, you can sing. Come and feel the magic of singing many popular songs with a great group of people. Singing is wonderful for your mind and body and elevates your soul. Yvonne 0408771201 50 AND OVER? JOIN US FOR INDOOR BOWLS & CARDS- Join our friendly club at Runaway Bay Community Hall Now playing euchre! $3 entrance fee. $3 yearly fee. Wed & Fri, 12-3pm. Don’t know how to play? No worries, we’ll teach you. If you play 500, Euchre and Canasta please join us. Ample parking next to library. Ring Gordon for bowls 0428751292, Doreen for cards 0450301377. 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. 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. WANTED SENIOR 10 PIN BOWLERS for Settlers League bowling 3 games on Friday afternoon with 3 to a team from 1 to 3pm. Please phone Roy on 5591 2221. PARADISE POINT LADIES ASSOCIATION New Members and old members are welcome to come along and take part in the following activities. Cards/Bolivia/Hand/Foot/ Hand/Knee and Foot and Majong. Tuition available. Cost $5 Joining Fee and $5 weekly. Call Sue on 0434788142. THE ELDERS GOLD COAST. Looking for friendship? Welcome all. The Elders meet for lunches on a Wednesday and 10am every Friday for morning tea at Runaway Bay Shopping Centre (long table in the food hall). Our age group covers from 50 plus. Theatre, arts & crafts. Email: theeldersgoldcoast@gmail.com or PH Bob 55633623, 0407 793 739. U3A NORTH GOLD COAST - The Labrador Community Hub at 57 Billington Street. Designed for the Over 50’s age group, classes include Languages, Tap Dancing, Arts and Crafts and a variety of social activities. Volunteer Tutors are always welcome to share their passion for a subject that would be of interest to U3A Members. Please remember, that formal qualifications are not necessary. Contact the Course Co-ordinator courses.u3anorthgc@gmail.com or visit the website www.u3anorthgoldcoast.com RUNAWAY BAY 50 + SENIORS INDOOR BOWLS CLUB Tuesdays & Sundays, Community Hall Lae Dr, Runaway Bay. Doors open 12 noon games start 12.30, cost $3 incl. afternoon tea. New members welcome and tutoring provided if required. Also bus trips throughout the year. Come along, make friends. PH: Ishan Uzel 0416450367 PARADISE POINT & NORTHERN DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION is reaching out to residents of Division 4 to come along to our meetings. We discuss all local issues that you may have concerns about. If you have any issues please let us know so we can help. We meet at the small Community hall on Community Lane, Paradise Point on the second Tuesday of each month at 7pm. You can join our group with membership of $5 per year. President Diane Woods on 0418 654 388 or our Secretary Roger Gordon on 0450 403 807. PARADISE POINT SENIORS Community Centres, Community Lane, Paradise Point. 50 and over? Come and join our friendly members in our activities. Carpet bowls and cards on Monday, Thursday, Saturday 12-00 to 3-00pm. Afternoon tea provided. Monthly bus trips on Fridays, visiting very interesting places. Wednesday in small hall next door there is a painting class plus cards from 11.30 to 3.00pm. We will teach you in a very friendly manner. All welcome. Club President Ross Kimberley 0417925855, Noreen 0410875763, Noeline 0415134126, Painting contact Steph 0415171798. RUNAWAY BAY AND DISTRICT SENIOR CITIZENS ASSOCIATION INC Over 50’s come along and join us every Tuesday from 9-11am. Great way to meet new friends and socialise. Activities of our Club include Tai Chi classes $3 per session and $3 entrance fee. Craft sessions $3 entrance fee. Bus trips depending on support. Yearly financial membership fee $5 paid annually. First visit free. Morning Tea provided. Everyone works to their own ability. email runawaybayseniorcitizens@gmail.com FOR LOVERS of THE ARTS: ARTSNATIONAL GOLD COAST invites you to join our 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. https://www. artsnational.au/societies/gold-coast-bundall/ For lecture and membership details call Bernadette on 0484227065 or email bmurray079@gmail.com
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