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4 We are proud to offer only semi-private classes of three. We specialise in swimming lessons only and supply semi-private swimming lessons with only three children per class, ensuring each child receives more one-on-one attention with their teacher. And by having a maximum of just two classes in the pool per time slot, we reduce distractions and noise, making for a more focused lesson time. Our friendly and highly experienced managers Belinda and Rachelle, along with our swimming teachers are all committed to making you and your child’s learn-toswim experience the best one possible. The pool is heated to 32 degrees Celsius year-round, change rooms and toilets are located pool-side. Parents can choose to view a lesson in air-conditioned comfort, or go poolside whilst siblings can play in our large well equipped secure play area. All our instructors are Industry qualified (e.g. AUSTSWIM, ASCTA, and Blue Card holders. Shapland Swim Schools Gold Coast is a Swim Australia registered facility. This facility is a purpose Learn-to-Swim pool with 8 different depth levels to accommodate the student from beginner to advanced swimmer. The pool design incorporates over seven decades of experience in teaching children to swim, as well as optimal building and poolside facilities. Located in Gaven, not far from Westfield Helensvale the school is very central and easily accessed being just off the M1. Call one of the team at Shapland Swim School on 5502 3066 and let’s get your child learning how to swim the right way! You will find us at 23 Glade Drive, Pacific Pines. (See advertisement front cover) Why choose Shapland Swim School to teach your child to swim? - The learn to swim experts since 1947 - 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! Tired of Broken Vertical Blinds? Blinds Don’t Open? Fabric Blades Faded? CALL RON 0438 724 834 No Call Out Fee or Minimum Charge SPECIAL PRICES FOR SENIORS We can fix them or replace Tracks only, New Blockout Blades or complete NEW Verticals with simple Wand Controls
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9 It’s time: Get Ready for upcoming storm season Coasters make an emergency plan. To start making an emergency plan visit getready.qld.gov.au/plan. The Get Ready campaign was developed thanks to support from the Queensland Government’s Get Ready Queensland program. The City’s free opt-in messaging service allows residents to get alerts to their phone during potentially dangerous situations. Sign up by visiting dashboard.goldcoast. qld.gov.au. Learn more about making a plan and packing an emergency kit by visiting cityofgoldcoast.com.au/getready. Gold Coasters are being urged to take the time to Get Ready for storm season by preparing a detailed plan to help ensure they stay safe during a disaster. Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate said the Christmas and New Year’s severe weather showed just how unpredictable Gold Coast weather can be and how essential it is to prepare. “The storms, heavy rain and heat wave all within a few weeks provided some unprecedented challenges, including lengthy periods without power. We know some are still very much recovering from this event even today,” Mayor Tate said. “We are asking people to build on lessons experienced from those storms and take steps to get ready now including having a plan for lengthy power outages or loss of mobile phone service. “With the storm and fire season upon us we urge Gold Coasters to take the time to ensure they are ready for a natural disaster by having emergency kits and detailed emergency plans. “Prepare your home and property by making sure your gutters and yard are clear of leaves, branches, and debris. This helps prevent flooding and water damage during heavy storms.” The peak severe weather season on the Gold Coast is between October and April each year and can include bushfires, storms, heavy rains, high winds, and heatwaves. To help prepare in case of a disaster, Gold Coasters should: • Prepare an emergency plan • Prepare an emergency kit • Understand what risk your home and area may face • Prepare your property by clearing leaves, branches and debris from your gutters and yard When preparing an emergency plan residents should consider situations like what if you can’t get home, what if your children are at school or childcare, do you have somewhere to evacuate to, and what happens if you lose power for any length of time. The new online severe weather emergency planning tool launched by Get Ready Queensland will help Gold ORCHID SHOW AND CHRISTMAS FAYRE Saturday November 30, 2024 | 8am - 3pm COUNTRY PARADISE PARKLANDS 231 Beaudesert-Nerang Rd, Nerang Orchid Vendors Orchid Growing Supplies Air Plant Vendors Succulent Vendors Bromeliad Vendors Garden Plant Vendors Gift Stalls House Plant Vendors Benching of orchids for showing is from 4pm to 6pm Friday (To enter orchids in the show you must be a member of an orchid society or club) Parking arranged by Vietnam Veterans Federation Refreshments arranged by Sheila’s Shack Nerang Nerang Community Gardens will be open $3.00 Entry to the Orchid Show and Traders area Raffle Presented by The Southport & Districts Orchids Society Inc. For more info or to arrange bus trips, contact Show Co-ordinator A-J Van Bael on 0411 020 563 Proudly sponsored by The Gold Coast City Council & The Nerang RSL Here & Now: Gold Coast Triennial Sat 28 Sep 2024 - Sun 16 Feb 2025 | 10am-4pm daily A contemporary art exhibition exploring the depth and dynamism of the Gold Coast’s creative community. Be immersed in the ‘Here and Now’ with an extraordinary collection of works of art by 42 artists who are deeply connected to our city. Explore seven interconnected spaces featuring works ranging from medium scale installations, video and sculpture to 2D works, created by an exciting snapshot of artists from across the Gold Coast. Held every three years at HOTA Gallery, the Gold Coast Triennial is thought-provoking, irreverent and playful, evoking a contemplative atmosphere. Spanning generations, personal histories and career experience, the exhibition unveils the depth and dynamism of the Gold Coast creative community. All Ages - Entry is free. 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise www.hota.com.au
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We are open Monday - Friday, 10am until 3pm, with a range of good quality men’s, women’s and children’s clothing. Come along to help us continue our humanitarian work, we look forward to seeing you. Nerang Red Cross 55966873 MUDGEERABA FOUNDATION CENTRE is an established, beautiful hall for clubs and associations that require a venue on benevolent terms. Our charitable mediation centre next door facilitates family relationship, civil dispute resolution and other community purposes. For YouTube walkthroughs, what’s on and how to book, visit www.mf.org.au or email tracy@mf.org.au 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. DEMENTIA FRIENDS- Our group is for carers and the person they are caring for with dementia. Join the group once a month for refreshments and activities and for sharing information, conversation and laughter. Phone Ann on 0448260980 or Judy on 0408081441. DRAGONBOAT PADDLING - Calling all over-40s looking for a thrilling team sport experience! Dive into the adrenaline rush of dragon boating with our Nerang based Club, Broadwater Dragons (Arthur Earle Park). Join us for our ‘Come and Try’ days on the first Saturday morning of the month, and discover the perfect blend of competition and camaraderie. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or a complete novice, there’s a place for you in our team. 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 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 on 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 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, e: 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 CARAVAN CLUB - Prospective new members are invited to attend three rallies as a Visitor, after which they may proceed with their “Application for Membership”. We hold 11 rallies each year at various locations within approx. 200km from Gold Coast. To become a member, you must own an R.V. and be over 18 years of age. Current membership is made up of mostly mature couples who enjoy travelling our country and seeing different places. Secretary, Estelle James Email: goldcoastcaravanclub@gmail.com - Ph 0409 632 085. VINNIES ASHMORE CITY ARE LOOKING FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS to join our team in our retail store. If you have 4 hours spare a week and enjoy meeting people and helping give back to our community please call Lucresha on 0408 887 532 BRASS, WIND, PERCUSSION, AND BASS PLAYERS WANTED for a fun, low-cost, community band. The Rookies Band rehearses Tuesdays at 4.20 at the Mudgeeraba Uniting Church and welcomes players of all ages to perform at upcoming gigs. Sally M: 0418664141 E: Rookiesbandgc@gmail.com or find us on Facebook. 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 NERANG VIEW CLUB - Meet 2nd Thursday of each month at the Nerang RSL, 69 Nerang St. (Meeting and lunch). Lucky door prizes, raffle, guest speakers when available. Trade table available with 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. MUDGEERABA BRIDGE CLUB welcomes players to join us for an afternoon of bridge and to make new friends. We meet on Monday and Friday at the Mudgeeraba Foundation Centre (cnr School & Regency Place), arriving at 12 noon for a 12.15 start and ending around 4pm. Contact John on 0412576101. 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 group. Ring Judith 55294806. STANDBY SUPPORT AFTER SUICIDE is Australia’s national service supporting people bereaved or impacted by suicide including families and friends who have lost someone to suicide, first responders who have attended a suicide and members of the public who have witnessed a suicide. StandBy is accessible 7 days a week, providing free face to face and/or telephone support at a time and place that is best for each individual. Phone 1300 727 247. GOLD COAST CITY JAZZ CLUB at Southport Bowls Club, 2 Marine Parade Southport. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7pm. Featuring well known Jazz musicians. Bistro and bar available. Information at http://www.gccityjazzclub.com or email gccityjazzclub@gmail.com VOLLEYBALL - Every Saturday morning, we have a fun time playing social beach volleyball at Main Beach. In the winter we start at 7:30 am. When daylight saving begins in NSW we start at 7:00 am. We have a mix of ladies and gents. New players are most welcome, and it is free! For more details, ring Judy on 0405490615. SIP N SUP CLUB – GOLD COAST Meets every three weeks at a great restaurant around the Gold Coast. All men welcome for beer, wine and food. We critique restaurants, have guest speakers but most of all we have a lot of fun. Generally Thursday afternoons, however, some evening events. 16 meetings per year. Info on facebook and search for @sipnsupgc and/or ph Michel on 0412 757 535 or e: michel_44@bigpond.com
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