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2 First Home Buyer; How Much Can I Really Borrow? Buying a home is an exciting time, especially if you’ve never done so before. Touring all those waterfront properties or other stunning listings might make your heart soar. Yet it’s important to have a strategy. Don’t let your emotions overtake your common sense, because there is a lot of financial planning and research to undertake before you can finally close on that house of your dreams. As a first-time home buyer, you probably have a lot of questions about this process. One of those burning questions is likely “How much can I really borrow?” Let’s walk through the steps to figuring out what you can borrow and the most important factors to consider. 1. Use your income and debts to set a cost range Like any good budget, your home buying budget has to be based on your income and expenses. Using these numbers to set a range can help you narrow down your home search. As much as you might fall in love with one property, if it’s outside your range, you ought to think twice about buying. Based on the home’s current value, take a look at prospective monthly payments for the mortgage you would take out — and don’t forget the interest. If you can fit those payments into your existing budget with a little room to spare, the home might be a fit and good indicator of what you can afford to borrow. But if it leaves you with little else for spending on food or other essentials, you might need to reconsider and keep the search going. 2. Calculate your LVR Your loan-to-value ratio (LVR) is a critical measure of how much you can borrow safety. Mortgage lenders routinely use it to assess home loan applicants. Basically, the LVR is an expression of how much you plan to borrow versus the current value of the home. Let’s say there’s a listing for $450,000 and you plan to borrow $400,000. That would translate to an LVR of about 88%. In Australia, lenders generally prefer LVRs of 80% and less, because this demonstrates the borrower is not overextending themselves and borrowing more than they might possibly be able to pay back. Your down payment factors heavily here. If you make a down payment worth 20% of the home’s value, your LVR would be 80%. A bigger down payment is a positive indicator for lenders, as it shows borrowers have saved and are financially responsible. You might be able to get a home loan with an LVR higher than 80%, but you may be required to pay mortgage insurance. 3. Check your credit score Your consumer credit score is another key measure of your readiness and ability to borrow through a home loan. The situation is fairly straightforward: The better your credit score, the more favourably lenders will treat your application. If you have a high credit score (generally 622 and up) you may even qualify for a better interest rate or other loan terms. Conversely, would-be home buyers with a lower credit score may face more scrutiny in their loan application, and lenders may charge a higher interest rate because of the risk they perceive in making the loan. If your credit score is holding you back from borrowing more, take some time to work on bringing your score up. Common tactics include using less credit and paying down debts. If you’re interested in learning more about the mortgage process and calculating how much you can borrow, contact us BOQ Nerang Mall today.... see advert page 3 Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast is back! Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast is back for round two in the spectacular beachside destination of Surfers Paradise from 16 – 18 August, 2024. Following a sell-out event in 2023, Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast is back for round two in the spectacular beachside destination of Surfers Paradise from 16 – 18 August, 2024. If you like planes, love planes or haven’t really taken much notice, this is an event for you. Why? Because this is not your typical airshow. Pacific Airshow® is an exhilarating experience in the skies and a whole heap of fun on the sand. With 4+ hours of aerial action from some of the best civilian and military aviators on the planet, you’re going to be dropping your jaw however, it doesn’t stop there. Come along and meet your aviator-idols at the performer signing sessions, treat the kids to some time in the kids zone, enjoy some great cuisine from the carefully selected food truck army or even enjoy and ice-cold beer on the beach! So grab your phone, text your peeps and book your tickets now. Don’t be one of those people crying in the streets in 2024, secure your spot now and come on in! Spectators are welcome to view from outside of the event precinct free of charge however, for the best viewing experience and see the performers lower, louder and up close at Show Centre, grab your tickets today. pacificairshowaus.com/ Thrill seekers unite!
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4 End of Financial Year Expecting a Tax Refund? Maybe now is the time for New Dentures As our busy End-of-Financial Year approaches, we would like to take this opportunity at Noble Denture Design, to ask you! WHEN DID YOU LAST HAVE YOUR DENTURES CHECKED? If you currently wear removable dentures of any kind, it is advisable to have these checked regularly. It is recommended that if you have any remaining natural teeth, you should have these and your dentures reviewed every six months, or as directed by your dental professional. If you have no natural teeth and have removable Full Dentures, your dentures should be reviewed every two years to maintain the best possible wear. So, whether you need new dentures, a reline/repair or would like a spare set, or you simply wish to have a checkup, give Noble Denture Design a call today, to make an appointment to see one of our Dental Prosthetists, John or Jaime-Lea, today. “2 LOCATIONS ON THE GOLD COAST” Shop 40/1 Mudgeeraba Rd Suite 5/26-28 Commerce Drive WORONGARY (Town Centre) ROBINA Qld 4226 EXIT 77 Off M1 (Just Off Ron Penhaligon Way) 6 Tips to increase the returns of your Rental Property Unless you've been hiding under a rock, you probably already know there is a shortage of rentals on the northern Gold Coast at the moment and that many tenants are struggling to find a home to live in. Even though prices are rising, there’s always an opportunity in any market to improve the rental returns of your property, as well as attracting better quality tenants who stay longer. Sarah Welsh and Jennifer Farr at Farr Real Estate have over 15 years of experience in the local market and have six hot tips to help you get more from your rental. 1 - Online Appeal. Most likely a potential tenant's first impression of a property will be the online advertising. It's crucial that the property stands out. Make sure the property is neat and tidy, freshen up the paint, mow the lawns and trim the gardens. Consider staging the property with some nice simple furniture before photographing, or talk to us about "virtual staging" for a cheaper option. 2 - Add covered off street parking. A tenant's most valuable asset will usually be their cars, so the more covered parking you can provide, the better. If space and council allows, add extra garaging or carports. 3 - Freshen up the wet areas. Sometimes a little work in old kitchens and bathrooms goes a long way. Updated cupboard handles and new benchtops are an easy way to modernise a kitchen, and re-grouting bathroom tiles can really freshen up a dated space. If space allows, add a dishwasher to the kitchen too. 4 - Add an air conditioner. Gold Coast gets hot and sticky, so an air conditioner really is a non-negotiable. But it's incredible how many homes don't have them! Rarely will a tenant stick around after a long, hot summer if you haven't invested in a quality A/C. So if you want a good tenant to stay for a few years, this is a must. 5 - Make the property pet friendly. For some people, their pets are their kids. And they'll pay a premium to be able to live with their fury friends. Consider replacing carpets with tiles, add a doggy door and ensure yards are fully fenced to make your property stand out with dog and cat owners. 6 - Get the marketing and management right. Rentals should be treated the same as sales. To get top dollar, you need top marketing + a skilled negotiating agent. 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5 Regular eye tests with an optometrist can help make sure your eyes are in good health. They can pick up problems with your eyes before you notice anything. You don’t need a doctor’s referral to see an optometrist for an eye test. Regular eye testing is important for early detection of health problems such as Cataracts, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration and even Pterygiums, that’s why we recommend yearly check-ups. The earlier these problems are diagnosed, the sooner you can get treated. This will improve your vision outcomes. Eye tests can also help identify if you have trouble seeing at different distances. You optometrist can give you glasses or contact lenses to improve your vision. You should see a doctor or organise an eye test if you notice any symptoms with your eyes or changes to your vision. Paris Miki Optical has been servicing the Helensvale and surrounding community for eyewear needs since 2005. Store Manager Michael has over 31 year’s experience as a qualified Optical technician and has been working in the area for 23 years. We have an onsite workshop for quicker spectacle making, so you don’t have to be without your own frames for weeks if we are using How often should I have an eye test? your own frame for new lenses; repairs can be done onsite and same day service is available on in store stock lenses. Paris Miki aims to deliver spectacles for the individual and give optimal vision for each person’s lifestyle. Whether you need reading, distance, bifocal or progressive lenses we can accommodate the whole family including children to Veteran’s affairs. We offer a large range of contact lenses; including multifocal, toric, 1 day, fortnightly to monthly lenses. Michael is able to customise lens shapes for rimless and Semi rimless frames to suit customers various needs. We can also create prescription polarised sunglasses for most sunglass frames. Bulk billed eye testing is available with retinal photography. Health fund claiming for most funds can be done on the spot. To make an appointment please call on 5580 5010. 3 Bulk Billed Eye Tests 3 Most Health Funds Accepted 3 External Prescriptions Welcome Book your appointment today! PARIS MIKI OPTICAL 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
6 What is Scouting? Scouts is Australia’s largest youth leadership organisation and we provide real opportunities for young people. Surveys prove that Scouts are 9.4% more likely than non-Scouts to hold more hope for a positive future. How does this happen? Through the Scout Method. Joey Scouts is the first opportunity for young children to have a real adventure, like their first abseil, a visit to the local fire station, or even an overnight camp! They play an active role in their program and experience a degree of independence and teamwork. Monday 5.30-6.30pm Cub Scouts focus on exploring the outdoors, going on bushwalks, bike trips, and learning the skills to participate in other adventurous activities like sailing, canoeing and rock climbing. Making new friends and building social skills are very important for Cub Scouts. Thursday 6.30-8pm Scouts focus on developing their confidence and learning how to work as part of a team; participating in a variety of physical and intellectual challenges designed to target and develop each young person’s own special interests and hobbies. Wednesday 6.30-8.30pm Venturer Scouts is a do-it-yourself mix of fun, adventure and personal challenge that brings together likeminded young people from all walks of life. Offering vital breathing space to young people dealing with the pressures of high school. Tuesday 6.30-8.30pm Rover Scouts are self-managing and plan and run all their own tailor-made activities. Social activities such as balls, bush dances, service projects, car rallies and ‘Moots’ will feature on an active Rover Scout’s program. With over 200 Scout Groups in Queensland you can do more, learn more, achieve more and go further than ever, wherever you are. So what are you waiting for? Join the adventure! The Nerang Scout Group meet at 1 Hope St, Nerang. For further information on your local group, contact Michelle Tuskin “Keego” on 0413 122 273 or email: gl@nerang.scoutsqld.com.au Join the Adventure! For ages 5 to 25, Scouts has something for everyone Your parcel comes with meats selected / approx.. 10 to 15kgs of fruit & vegetables / 2 extra choices such as sink liquid, juice, pantry and cleaning products /choice of breads / 20 to 25 groceries / chiller pack. If you pick up usually you have pallets of extra fruit and vegetables to choose from. $67 fills the boot of a small car about 100kgs of food. We support some 27 other organisations on the Coast. Come, view or call us or (come and volunteer - no age limit), helping us to help others struggling and in need. Products can be seconds or best before dates, close or past. Part of New Life Community Care D.G.R. Charity Feed a Family of 4 up to a Week ONLY $67 We supply food for 1000’s of meals weekly Volunteer Positions Available - NO Age Limit 12-16 Dunkirk Close, (off Allied Dr) Arundel (2 streets south of Harbour Town Shops) Order Online www.newlifefoodbarn.org or PH: 0410 565 781 2.30 to 3.30pm Tues & Wed for following day BRIC-A-BRAC & SHOP OPEN WED & THURS 10am - 12pm & FOR PRE-ORDERED PARCELS FOODBARN SHOP NOW OPEN SATURDAY 9-11.30am “DISCOUNTED FOOD” TIMES ARE HARD $67 FAMILY PARCEL Fruit & Veg/Meats/Bread Grocery Items/ Chiller pack Plus more on Pick-ups Order online Home deliveries available “Why Struggle or Go Without?” www.newlifefoodbarn.org Phone 0410 565 781 2.30pm to 3.30pm Tues & Wed for following day LOOK! PRINTING SPECIALS *Price includes basic artwork and GST Full colour flyers on 130gsm gloss Business cards 420gsm card | Letterheads 80gsm bond Contact Geoff 0411 134 507 | geoff@localnewsletters.com 10,000 A5 Flyers $495* 5,000 A4 Flyers $495* 500 Letterheads $150* 10,000 A4 Flyers $895* 1000 Colour Business Cards $139* 5,000 A5 Flyers $320* from from from from from from
7 Congratulations May Winners! $50 GIFT CARD SUDOKU: L. Cavanough, Ormeau Hills CROSSWORD: M. Battams Upper Coomera ONE LAST SUMMER BOOK COMPETITION F. Masterson, Maudsland | S. Kingston, Gilston L. Richmond, Oxenford | L. Mussche, Helensvale L. Hall, Helensvale METABOLISM RESET BOOK COMPETITION D. Ganser, Hope Island | D. Vams, Pacific Pines H. Campbell, Nerang | S. Szaway, Oxenford W. Watterson, Hope Island Congratulations to our winners! We receive hundreds of entries for our competitions each month so keep on entering, you might be the next lucky winner! • 2 tbsp vegetable oil • 500g chicken thigh fillets, cut into 2cm pieces • 1 brown onion, finely chopped • 1/4 cup (60g) tikka masala curry paste • 5 cups (1.25L) salt reduced chickenstock • 1 cup (200g) dried red lentils, rinsed, drained • 1/2 cauliflower, cut into small florets • 120g baby spinach leaves • 270ml can coconut cream • 1/2 cup (140g) natural yoghurt Heat the oil in a large saucepan over mediumhigh heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring, for 2 mins or until browned. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 2-3 mins or until the onion softens. Add the curry paste and cook, stirring, for 1 min or until aromatic. Add the stock, lentils and cauliflower and stir to combine. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 mins or until the lentils are tender. Add the spinach and coconut cream to the cauliflower mixture and stir until heated through. Divide soup among serving bowls. Top with dollops of the yoghurt. Season to serve. www.taste.com.au Spiced Chicken, Lentil and Cauliflower Soup Cook 30mins | Serves 4 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 BOOK GIVEAWAY TO ENTER write your name, address & phone on the back of an envelope and post to: 1: JOY or 2: THE YOUNGEST SON PO Box 3302, Burleigh Town 4220 • Entries close 10.08.2024. 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 JOY by Danielle Steel Allegra Dixon has never felt loved or wanted. Rejected by her mother - a cold, beautiful socialite - and her absentee military father, Allegra’s only escape from her lonely existence is through books and her own rich fantasy world. When she finds love with childhood sweetheart Shepherd Williams, her heart feels full for the first time. But as Shep follows in her father’s footsteps, pulled into the dark world of military conflict, Allegra fears she will end up alone for a second time. Desperate for a fresh start, Allegra moves to LA and takes a job as assistant to film score composer Henry Platt, a man with a reputation for creative genius and an intense, frenetic personality. As new love blossoms and washes away the pain of the past, Allegra begins to find her place in the world, and a feeling of joy that no one can take away from her . . . ISBN: 9781529085716 | Format: Trade Paperback | Pub Date: 13/08/2024 Imprint: Macmillan | Price: $32.99 THE YOUNGEST SON by John Byrnes An epic saga of brotherhood, betrayal and revenge. On the unforgiving streets of 1920s Sydney, the Leach family have nothing but each other. In a tale spanning decades, three children of the broken, working-class family find adventure, heartache and trouble as their lives drift apart. John finds faith and love at a young age. The inevitable clash between the two leads him into a different kind of brotherhood as war clouds gather. Maureen dreams of a life ‘just like the movies’ and waits to be swept off her feet. Yet at every crossroad, she makes the wrong choice. Bob discovers a natural talent with his fists and an instinct for trouble. But with every win he earns the hard way, more enemies rise. From police corruption and gambling dens to brothels and blood feuds, the Leach family toil in Sydney’s seedy underbelly and on battlefields far away. Against the backdrop of the Great Depression and the Second World War, The Youngest Son chronicles one family’s mesmerising fate in a grand saga and a masterclass in epic storytelling. ISBN: 9781529085839 | Format: Trade Paperback Pub Date: 25/06/2024 | Imprint: Macmillan | Price: $32.99
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 JULY CROSSWORD COMPETITION or JULY 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 10.08.2024 Winner notified by post. CROSSWORD 184 by Mona Elliott ACROSS 1. TOIL 8. RETALIATION 9. EFFEMINATE 10. CLIMBS 11. MEAL 12. EARTH 13. COVER 16. FOLLOW 19. THIN 21.DULL WITTED 22. PERMANENT INHABITANT 23. ANTENNA 24. CREATOR 25. SHOUTED DOWN 2. REVIVE 3. CONSERVATIVE 4. BUILDS 5. BREAK UP 6. DECLARES 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 7. CLOSED STATE 13. STARS VISIBLE 14. INSULTING 15. EVADING 17. INNATE 18. TAKE THE LIME LIGHT 20. SOLICITOR Answer next issue 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. 184 7 8 1 6 2 9 4 4 5 8 3 9 3 4 8 5 6 9 7 9 5 2 3 Answer next month 1. During which year of the 1980s was it first possible to spend a $1 coin? 2. Which Australian City was the first to host a Summer Olympics? 3. In 1968, which US fast-food chain became the first to open a branch in Australia? 4. The first Australian lifesaving club was founded on which Aussie beach? 5. Which sport was first played at Ballarat goldfields Australia in 1855? 6. Who in 1984 became Australia’s first female heart transplant recipient? 7. On what occasion was Advance Australia Fair first played internationally as the national anthem? 8. A small town in which state was the first to ban plastic shopping bags in 2003? 9. What is considered to be the first BIG thing in Australia? 10. Where in 1823 was Australia’s first Gold Rush? 11. Name the first horse to be a three-time winner of the Melbourne Cup? 12. What did the Australian treasury introduce in 1973? v i a l a o t u n WordWheel 54 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 Answer P 11
9 Botanical Bazaar now in it’s 9th Year Tickets are now on sale for The Botanical Bazaar – the Gold Coast’s Garden & Sustainability Festival held at Country Paradise Parklands by The Rotary Club of Gold Coast. The event which is now in its 9th year is held on the first weekend of August, with dates for this year’s event being Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th August. From 9am to 4pm on Saturday and 9am to 3pm on Sunday, visitors will be able to indulge in all things gardening with over 100 green inspired exhibitors, industry experts, garden walks + talks, workshops + demonstrations, botanical art, community groups and plants galore. There’ll also be food trucks and live music and entertainment for the whole family. The theme for this year is the Dragonfly and to support the festival, local artists have painted and submitted over 70 pieces of dragonfly art. During the coming weeks these will be displayed in over 20 sponsor businesses in Broadbeach to promote the festival and locals and visitors to Broadbeach will be encouraged to choose their favourite to go in the draw to win over $2000 of prizes. Speakers already confirmed for this year’s event include Gardening Australia’s Sophie Thompson; Phil Dudman the horticultural editor of ABC Gardening Magazine and ABC Radio talk back host; ABC Brisbane Radio presenter and Horticulturist Claire Bickle; World renowned Permaculture Queen and global permaculture ambassador Morag Gamble; Peter Gash, MD and Custodian Lady Elliot Island and Botanical Bazaar’s foraging expert John Palmer OAM. Tickets are now on sale and this year there’s a $20 weekend pass so avid gardeners have the opportunity to attend as many workshops and demonstrations as they like over both days. TICKETS - Day Pass: $15.00, Concession Pass $10.00, Weekend Pass $20, Concession Weekend Pass $12, Kids under 12 Free. Ticket link: https://www.trybooking.com/CPEMZ For information on Botanical Bazaar visit www.botanicalbazaargc.com.au. Book now 5539 4255 or online www.spotlighttheatre.com.au 185 - 187 Ashmore Road, Benowa 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
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Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make new friends, stay active, and unleash your inner dragon! Email recruitment@broadwaterdragons.com for more information and to secure your seat in the boat #DragonBoat #BroadwaterDragons TENPIN BOWLING at Robina Town Centre. Wednesday mornings 10am start. Men & women welcome. Lots of fun and social luncheons. Please ring Neroli 0477452844. BREAK AWAY MUSIC SOCIETY - Social gathering first Sunday of each month at 12 noon at Nerang Country Paradise Parklands, main entrance 231 NerangBeaudesert Rd, down to the building called the Barn. Gold coin admission. Everyone welcome, bring friends and instruments to join in the fun with Guest Artists and other performers. Food/drinks available (BYO Alcohol). Society Membership is based on INCLUSIVITYSUSTAINABILITY-CREATIVITY and RECONCILIATION. Info: Facebook Page; BREAK AWAY OPEN MIC or phone Paul on 0412 353 059. Breakawayopenmic@gmail.com GOLD COAST DISTRICT ORCHID SOCIETY meets on the last Sunday of every month (excl. December) from 1:30pm till 4:00pm/5:00pm at the Nerang Senior Citizens Hall, Cnr. Ferry St. and Mylor St. Nerang. Orchid benching display, also a sales table is available for orchid purchases. Visitors welcome, $3 hall hire fee pp. Enquiries Ph 0487648307, email GCOS22@outlook.com THE HINTERLAND COMMUNITY BAND - Mudgeeraba. If you play an instrument and are interested in playing in a concert band, please contact us. We are seeking- all woodwinds, brass, and percussion players, all ages from teens to retirees. We rehearse every Thursday evening between 6-30 and 8-30, and we perform several concerts each year. Hall Hire- our hall and tearoom is also available for hire to other community groups at very reasonable rates. Contact Michael on 0414 323 997. GOLD COAST ROSE SOCIETY meets on the 4th Saturday of the month at the Robina Community Centre at 2pm. We are passionate rosarians who grow beautiful roses on the Gold Coast and Northern NSW and invite anyone with a love of roses to attend a meeting for some afternoon tea. Email goldcoastrosesociety@gmail.com CARRARA LIONS CLUB Join us to meet new friends, do lots of feel-good works, enjoy great social and fundraising activities and much more. We welcome new members or come along to a dinner meeting with no obligation. Looking forward to hearing from you. Mob: 0468 724 531 Email: carraralionsclub@gmail.com NERANG VIEW CLUB - Meet on the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Nerang RSL, 69 Nerang Street. (Meeting and lunch). Lucky door prizes as well as a raffle, guest speakers when available. A trade table is also available with some homemade delicious goodies with proceeds going to our Learning for life sponsorship for disadvantage children through the Smith Family. Carolyn on 0412 643 621 or Marie on 0405 089 094. TIME4FRIENDS meets every Friday at 9.30am at the Nerang Uniting Church, 5 Nerang River Drive, Nerang. Come and enjoy morning tea followed by a Joke & Thought and Trivia, followed by a game of 500 or Rummy King or join a crocheting crocheting group. Ring Judith 55294806. 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 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 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. 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 SURFERS PARADISE BRIDGE CLUB Cnr Ashmore Rd and Carrara St Benowa. Our friendly club welcomes new members and visitors and offers lessons, supervised play, regular play, and competitions. We are open six days each week and provide refreshments and free onsite parking. For information contact us on surfbdge.com or 5597 0085. 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 GOLD COAST SENIORS ON THE NET (SOTN) is a computer club for seniors (aged 50 and over) who are interested in learning about Computers, Tablets and Smart Phones (Android, iPad and iPhone), software and associated equipment for education, interest and enjoyment. We offer a large variety of courses, usually in the format of one-on-one lessons with an experienced tutor. Monday to Wednesday 9am to 4pm. Call on 0478 278 202 or 0478 278 243 or email officemanager@ goldcoastsotn.com.au BLOKES LOUNGE is a social group where blokes aged 50 plus from all walks of life, can meet new people and make new mates. Members gather informally and for lunch meetings fortnightly on Tuesdays at Club Musgrave, cnr Musgrave & Kumbari Ave, Southport. No need to book, just drop in and check us out. In between we cycle, beach walk, play cards, darts,tennis, table tennis and golf, do barbecues and outings. For more information go to blokeslounge.org.au or call Johny 0418557611.. 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. ISPEAK KIDNEY SUPPORT GROUP - GOLD COAST. We are an informal group of people with kidney disease that meets on the 3rd Tuesday of every month between 9.15am-11.30am with meeting dates: Aug 20, Sept 17, Oct 15 and Nov 19. Guest speaker presents on a topic of interest. Varsity Sports House, 117 Christine Ave, Varsity Lakes and Helensvale Library in Meeting Room 1. Online option to join meetings. Contact CKD Nurses, Janine, Donna, Catherine or Lorraine on 0436673433/0436861222, e: gch_ckd_service@health. qld.gov.au
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