Gold Coast Tweed Seniors Newspaper April 2012

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Knitting for charity and for fun

MAI Belogamba’s Tweed Heads home bustles with happy activity each week when like-minds gather to knit - and knit and knit and knit - for charity, and for fun.With the click of knitting needles stopping only long enough for a quick morning tea and a

by Donna Mroz Turcic light lunch, usually between 12-16 ladies (with room for more) meet at Mai’s welcomingresidence to create quality items that are then distributed to hospitals, nursing homes,ambulance centres, women’s refuges, pathology and oncology units, doctors surgeries anda local police station.

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AT the direction of Margaret, (who Angus refers to her as ‘The Light of MyDarkness’!) he placed his advertising in the Brisbane Seniors Newspaper.Angus said “We were honestly overwhelmed with the personal service wereceived-no help desk in southern India here, rather a truly friendly local. Itwas all so easy! The result of the advertising in Brisbane Seniors Newspa-per has been way beyond our expectations so much so that we have in-creased our advertising to include the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coasteditions.”Sixteen years ago the price of a Garden Room (ground floor with kitchenfacilities) was $75 per night at Clouds of Montville. This current SeniorsPackage directed at Seniors Card holders equates to $95 per night includinga cooked breakfast each morning for two ! If you want to enjoy a wonderfulstay in the beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland you will find it hard to beatthis very special package! To reserve your accommodation call Angus orMargaret at Clouds of Montville on (07) 5442 9174. A great offer forbusinesses seeking advertising that works! Sunshine Coast SeniorsNewspaper and its sister publications Brisbane Seniors and Gold Coast/Tweed Seniors can deliver great advertising results like Clouds of Montvillehas received. If you want to increase sales from the Seniors market, pick upthe phone and call Michelle from Seniors Newspapers on (07) 5493 1368 nowand she will show you how to direct the ever increasing seniors market toyour business. You don’t have to pay an arm and a leg for advertising to getresults. Seniors Newspapers have cost effective advertising packages tosuit all budgets.

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Knitting for charity and for funContinued from Page 1THE donations assist theill, the lonely, the sad, theneedy; the traumatised,the frightened of all ages,from babies onwards.The range of knittedcreations varies almostas much as those who arehelped by the group’sgenerosity. TraumaTeddies for children topthe list but just asimportant are beanies foryoungsters suffering hairloss from cancer; bootiesand other pieces ofclothing for prematurebabies; children’sjumpers and cardigans;colourful toy rabbits; bed

socks and jackets; throwrugs and handy clotheshangers. Items are alsodonated by knittersunable to join-in at Mai’shome; knitting from theirown homes. DorothyDaniels, 93, now ofAdelaide but formerly ofTweed area, is one suchknitter who regularlysends parcels of bootiesback to the group fordistribution.In amongst all the actionat Mai’s, a tablecentrepiece ‘greendragon’ plays animportant role because,without its contents, theknitting group couldn’tcontinue in the way itdoes. The green dragon,in reality, is a coin box intowhich each knitterdeposits $2.50 weekly,with each $2 put towardsthe purchase of wool(though public donationsof wool would besincerely appreciated)and each 50 cents puttowards birthday cakesand Christmascelebrations for groupmembers.And speaking ofbirthdays, the age rangeof those knitting groupmembers pictured is 76 toMai’s spritely 91, thoughall ages are welcome.(Mai, front centre, sitting

agilely on the floor, is aformer acrobat and wildanimal trainer who alsowas schooled in classicalballet, but that’s a wholeother story waiting to betold.) Included in thephoto (far right) is Mai’s

energetic sister JoseGarnett who, at 86-yearsyoung, is the baby of hersiblings which includesbrother Vincent. Sorry tobe missing from the photois Betty Seycombe, 93,who hopes to return to

the group soon. Anyonewishing more informationabout these remarkableknitters (who are willingto teach others to knit)can contact dedicatedorganiser Jose on (07)5536-5951.

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PAPUA New GuineaKokoda veteran BenMoide will be the specialinternational guest of the2012 Rotary KokodaMemorial Walk on theGold Coast in April.85-year-old Moide foughtwith the Papuan InfantryBattalion and is one ofPNG’s few survivingWorld War II veterans.His visit for the SundayApril 22nd communityevent is thanks to thegenerosity of Air Niuginiand the Hilton SurfersParadise who will fly andaccommodate the FuzzyWuzzy Warrior for hisfour-day visit.This year is the 70th anni-versary of the Kokodacampaign in which Benfought alongside Austra-lian troops to success-fully repel the attempted1942 Japanese invasion ofour shores.He has visited the GoldCoast three times since2005, the last time beingfor the dedication and

opening of the RotaryKokoda Memorial Wall in2008.“Ben has been a friend ofthe Walk for many yearsand it’s great that AirNiugini and Hilton Surf-ers Paradise have madehis visit possible,” saidWalk founder and RotaryClub of SouthportBroadwater spokesmanGeorge Friend.“It wouldn’t have beenable to happen otherwise.“Walk Patron and WWIIKokoda veteran BillBellairs will also be along,joined by fellow 39th Bat-talion Kokoda Veteran JimStillman.“They will be on hand atCascade Gardens tomingle with the walkersand to autograph GoldCoast City CouncilKokoda Memorial Wallbooklets, which will be atreasured memento of thisyear’s Walk,” he said.Mr Friend said the Walkroute has been shortenedthis year and there will be

more focus on commemo-rative and educationalactivities at the CascadeGardens finish area.“Past events have in-cluded a leg fromCanungra to Broadbeach,but we decided this yearto encourage more fami-lies and corporate socialclubs to be involved byhaving the Walk cover theshorter 10 kilometre dis-tance from Metricon Sta-dium at Carrara to Cas-cade Gardens.“It will be led this year byTSS cadets who will carrythe banner of the famous39th Battalion and wewould hope that manyhundreds of people willtake part. “At Cascade Gardens theAB Paterson school choirwill perform and there willbe guided tours and talksat the Kokoda MemorialWall.“And the timing of the2012 event is ideal forthose wanting to delivertheir own special ANZAC

tribute. “For the manypeople who would like tomarch on ANZAC Day,but are ineligible or un-able to for whatever rea-son, this shortened Ro-tary Kok-oda MemorialWalk provides an idealopportunity for a personalcommemoration,” he said.People wishing to walkfrom Carrara Stadium toCascade Gardens can reg-ister on the day at thecost of a single note do-nation.Alternatively, registrationinformation can be down-loaded from the GoldCoast City Council’swebsite at www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au orwww.gcrotary.com or in-tending participants canphone SouthportBroadwater Rotary on0417 620 516.

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IT’S not every day that Demeter, Greek goddess of the harvest and fertilityof the earth, makes an appearance at the Broadwater Parklands atSouthport, especially in the company of an artistically-mad professorwho speaks only in mime and a red-nosed clown who loves standing onhis head, but it happened during the Gold Coast Arts Festival.And to ensure that the occasion was recorded for posterity, the professor(horizontal, front centre), with clown’s assistance, directed a number ofpassersby, including the creative group pictured, in life drawing classesthat saw the statue-like Demeter come to life through charcoal sketches.

WILL be holding a Fashion Parade, at the Coast Guard, Marine Parade Southport.Fashions supplied by Casbah Fashions on Saturday 28th April. Entry is $10.00which includes afternoon tea. Raffles and lucky door prize will also be on offer.Bookings are essential. Phone Lions Judy 5577 3107 or Anne 5528 9698, Hope tosee you there. For your Diary. Our Biggest Morning Tea is on Friday 25th May at5 Hyacinth Ave Hollywell.


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TWENTY years ago,aged 51, Colin Oxenfordhad a major stroke. Inthe hope of giving otherstroke survivorsencouragement andsupport, the following,in part, is Colin’s story.“My first encounter withstroke was in January1991 when visiting myparents in Southport. Onthe evening before I wasto return to Melbourne, Isuddenly felt funny inthe head, as if drunk andunable to speak coher-ently.The next morning ourdoctor suggested theprobability of stroke. Fitand healthy apart fromhigh blood pressure, Iwas shattered. An MRI(Magnetic ResonanceImaging) scan confirmedthe prognosis. I couldnot fly to Melbournethat day.Twelve months on.Again I was inSouthport when my dadhad a stroke at home. Hedied in hospital fivehours later. My return toMelbourne was delayedonce more.Two months passedwhen, after my morningshower, my head feltfunny; I was very dizzybefore collapsing.Violently ill, I could notmove and had nospeech. My mothercalled an ambulance.Knowing I had suffereda stroke, I could onlythink of the short timemy father had lived afterhis stroke.About 2:00pm, a GoldCoast Hospital doctortold me I would bemoved to an upstairsward. I then knew I wasgoing to live.In the upstairs eight-person ward I had tocontend with loss ofmobility in my left armand leg; the inability toeat or drink, and loss ofspeech.My first night washorrendous. Luckily, thenext day I was given myown room. Withoutspeech, I used writtencommunication. Stillparalysed, every twohours I was turned. Withphysiotherapist assis-tance, I was able tostand and take a fewsteps. Told I had goodbalance, time and mucheffort were the keys tobeing able to walk again.After about two weeks Iwas transferred to theRehabilitation Unit ofGold Coast Hospital.This was when the hardwork started.Physiotherapy andspeech therapy rehabili-tation happened everyweekday for over two

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Colin Oxenford is pictured by his car

months. Instead ofresting after lunch aswas expected, I wouldrequest more rehabilita-tion sessions, notrealising that too muchexercise was consideredharmful.After nearly threemonths in Gold CoastHospital I was finallytold I would be able togo home to see how Icoped. As I had hadgreat difficulty eatingafter my stroke, I askedmy mother to take meout for good steak onmy first weekend home.After discharge from theRehabilitation Unit, Icontinued therapy as anoutpatient for aboutthree months. It wasduring this time thatspeech therapist AnitaAdam started groupspeech therapy sessionsthat assisted greatly inhelping us return toeveryday living.From these sessions theGold Coast Stroke

Support Group (GCSSG)was formed, meeting inSouthport’s St Peter’sAnglican ChurchUndercroft (cnr Nerangand High Streets) since1997. Meetings are heldthe first Wednesdaymonthly (exceptJanuary), 11am to12:30pm, providing aforum for specialists inthe area of stroke, aswell as informationsharing amongstattendees.My mother, Doris, now97, was my carer aftermy stroke. She herselfhad a TIA (a mini stroke)in 2002. Our roles werereversed when I becameher carer, which I still amtoday.My contact details are:Colin Oxenford, 5531-3254; mobile 0400 849573; email:[email protected]. For a full transcriptof this story, please see:www.goldcoaststrokesupportgroup.org.au.”


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THE Club held their AGM last monthattended by 70 members who voted ina new committee for 2012.The club is starting this year with 92members and is looking forward to an-other great year.Our friendship day will be a fashionparade at our president’s home inTallebudgera Valley on the 10th April at10am featuring fashion from Portafinowith morning tea and lunch. Note: Ournext meeting at the Currumbin RSL has

NEW figures paint a picture of Australia’s most dis-couraged jobseekers, and not surprisingly it’s the over55s who face the most trouble when it comes to find-ing work. The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ report, PersonsNot in the Labour Force, Australia, showed that inSeptember 2011, of the 900,000 people who were notin the labour force but who wanted to work and wereavailable to start within four weeks, there were 90,700discouraged job seekers of which over half (56 percent) were aged 55 and over. These discouraged job seekers reported that theirmain reason for giving up looking for work was thatthey were ‘considered too old by employers’ (36 percent). This was followed by ‘lacked necessary skills,training or experience’ (16 per cent). National Seniors Australia chief executive MichaelO’Neill said the report convincingly showed thatolder workers were the most marginalised group ofpeople looking for work. “This shows that a significant number of older Aus-tralians are wanting to stay attached to the workforce,but are being shown the door time and time again,’’he said. “Australian society can no longer ignore that olderworkers are facing discrimination based on their age. “Furthermore, almost a third (32 per cent) of thosediscouraged job seekers were aged 65 and over, andin fact, 18 per cent were aged 70+. And the reason forthis is crystal clear: they believe that employers con-sidered them to be too old.”A 2011 report by National Seniors Australia entitledStereotype Threat and Mature Age Workers calledfor more positive older role models, stronger anti-discrimination policies, increased training opportu-nities and greater recognition of mature age staff. National Seniors Australia is continuing to lead re-search into age discrimination and the retention ofolder workers in the Australian workforce.Press release: National Seniors

KINGSCLIFF Mixed Probus club holds its meetings in the Uniting Church Hall,Kingscliff on the first Wednesday of each month and outings on the third Wednes-day of the month.The next meeting will be held on 4th April and new members are welcome. PhoneNorma Hart 02 6676 3360 for more information.

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been moved from the 24th of April to the1st of May due to the preparations forAnzac Day at the RSL. The guestspeaker on that day will be from theBlair Athol Women’s Refuge inCoolangatta and will be of great inter-est to women everywhere. Thank youto all our members for their continuedsupport in the Learning For Life Pro-gram run by the Smith Family. For en-quiries please phone Carlene on 55908247 or Trish on 5534 9552.

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YES! We are expanding. Why not try Probus. Noprojects, no fundraising, just Fellowship, Friendshipand Fun. And yes, wives and partners are invited toall functions. Look at our websitewww.probusburleighwaters.org.au for more info.Meet on 3rd Monday each month at Burleigh WatersCommunity Centre, 131 Christine Ave. Burleigh Wa-ters at 10:00 a.m. followed by lunch at Burleigh SportsClub. Ph. Barry 5535 7339.

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Bellflower resident shares his remarkable achievementswho has served Legacy,and the hundreds whorely on the service, for 33years.Terry has recently de-

cided to stand down fromhis position of Chairmanof the Sunshine CoastLegacy Group after join-ing the Mornington Pen-

insula Legacy (Vic) in1979 and becoming Chair-man in 1983.Terry and Dorothy, hiswife of 53 years moved tothe Sunshine Coastseven years ago. Terryhas always been passion-ate about his involve-ment with Legacy, helpingto make a difference tothe lives of widows andtheir dependents.“We provide supportwhen needed to LegacyWidows of Returned Ser-viceman from Australian& Allied Forces so wid-ows aren’t alone in facingthe challenges of life”, hesaid. “I currently support33 Legacy widows in Bell-flower and the surround-ing areas.”Terry joined the Army asa Fitter and Turner at theage of fifteen and laterchanged to an InstrumentFitter because he said itpaid 1/9 pence more a fort-night. “I was in the armyfor twenty years, servingin Vietnam in 1968/69 andwas responsible for therepair of all instrumentsranging from watches tosighting equipment.”On leaving the Army,Terry became TrainingOfficer and ApprenticeMaster for BHP, estab-lishing two training cen-tres. Later he became the

inaugural President of theVictorian Training Offic-ers Association.The role of President leadTerry into becoming in-volved with a competitionbetween young tradespeople which evolvedinto the World Skill Olym-pics. The competition isheld every two years invarious countries withAustralia holding the SkillOlympics in 1988.Terry was employed asthe co-coordinator forVictoria, South Australiaand Tasmania along withthe added responsibilityof Deputy Technical Di-rector for Australia. Heofficiated as a judge forGas Welding at the JapanOlympics in 1985.Terry was awarded aMedal of the Order ofAustralia (OAM) in 2003for services to AustralianVocational Education. Hethen went on to work withLend Lease as the Victo-rian Training Manager,where he established aTraining Centre for Ap-prentices where theycould learn building andelectrical skills for 12months before actuallygoing onto major buildingsites.“One of the most reward-ing moments of my careerwas being able to employ

a profoundly deaf lad asa carpenter,” he recalls.“This was a first for major

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THE Tweed Seniors Expo is planned for9am - 3pm on Thursday, 17 May, 2012.The Expo which attracts over 1000people of all ages will be held at theSeventh Day Adventist Centre, Race-course Road, Murwillumbah. The Se-niors Expo, in its’ 12th year, is an eventof the Tweed Shire Senior Citizens WeekCommittee in partnership with TweedShire Council, Murwillumbah SeventhDay Adventist Church and the TweedValley – Murwillumbah National Ser-vices Sub Branch. The success of theevent is due to its’ uniqueness. TheExpos large venue incorporating indoorand outdoor spaces, allows for infor-mation sessions and workshops, infor-mation stalls and entertainment to beheld at the one time without impactingon one another. The event has a re-laxed community feel allowing peopleto become more informed while enjoy-ing themselves. Many people spendthe day at the Expo enjoying the activi-ties and the great food available. Expoentry fee is only$2.The aim of the day is to give seniorsthe opportunity to improve the qualityof their lives through finding out aboutservices, products and equipmentavailable. They can access informationabout health, entitlements and theirrights through talks, forums, work-shops and basic health assessments.The event also gives seniors the op-portunity to link into recreational and

FROM 1 April this year, consumers willsee the price of some medicines comedown considerably thanks to an agree-ment struck between the Governmentand pharmaceutical industry peak bodyMedicines Australia. The changes willsee popular off-patent medicines (in-cluding generics), such as the choles-terol-lowering simvastatin, come downby as much as 50 percent.This is the largest single price cut inthe PBS history. The impact of this re-form will be extensive and will deliver

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social activities and to try new activi-ties by participating in workshops.“We hope to again have a diverse rangeof workshops, information and activityavailable on the day’ said Pauline Dow,President of the Tweed Shire SeniorsCitizens Committee . “This year we areprivileged to have Ambassador forAgeing, Noeline Brown as our specialguest. She will be presenting a talk onhealthy ageing. ’The workshop/ information sessionprogram is still being developed but itwill include sessions on Sleep Disor-ders, a forum for Grandparents caringfor their grandchildren, Tips on writingand publishing your own book andGuardianship and Power of Attorney.Workshops include Laughter yoga,Relaxation and Meditation and DIY tipsfrom Bunnings.Other entertainment for the day in-cludes harpist Naomi Terashima and achoir and musical performance by Ukipublic school students. The informa-tion session/ workshop and entertain-ment program will be featured in Maysedition of the Gold Coast Tweed Se-niors Newspaper. Time is running outfor people interested in having a stallor making a presentation at the SeniorsExpo - for information access thewebsite www.tweedseniors.com.au .For general Expo information contactPauline Dow Ph: 0266 728051 or NoelaGresham Ph: 0266 722262.

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OLDER single women on low incomes and in poorhealth have borne the major brunt of the recentglobal financial crisis (GFC) in Australia, accordingto new research released by National SeniorsAustralia.The results of a recent survey, conducted by theNational Seniors Productive Ageing Centre,showed that 40 per cent of participants consideredthemselves to be “worse off” after the onset of theGFC in late 2007, despite Australia weathering thefinancial storm better than most other countries.Of those living alone, a total of 45 per cent ofwomen reported being negatively affected by theGFC, compared to 38 per cent of men. Around half

Older, single women at financial riskthe employed baby boomers surveyed, who hadnot yet retired, said they had been affected by theGFC and therefore needed to delay their retirementbecause they did not have enough money to giveup working. Those who were already retired butunable to return to work to restore their bankbalance, because of poor health, said they had nochoice but to cut spending and wait until economicconditions improved.“Women, older baby boomers, retirees, and thosein poor health reported the lowest levels ofhousehold income and have been identified as themost financially insecure following the GFC,” thereport states. “It is these groups that are most atrisk for poverty in later life, particularly if financialmarkets are slow to recover or new financial crisesarise.” The aim of the report, Ageing Baby Boomers inAustralia: Understanding the effects of the globalfinancial crisis, was to examine the effects of theGFC in order to better inform positive action forprotecting baby boomers’ well-being in retirement.According to the research, the GFC “undoubtedlytriggered working baby boomers to rethink theirretirement plans and preparations and, to a lesserextent, retirees’ plans to return to the workforce”.The GFC also impacted upon baby boomers’ lifesatisfaction, retirement optimism and expectationsof health care. “Whether their retirement will be as good asexpected will depend, in part, on the health carethey are afforded by future governments.The Benevolent Society’s general manager forageing, Barbara Squires, said the National Seniorssurvey results come as no surprise.“It’s well known that women enter retirement withless superannuation than men,” Ms Squires said.“The most severely affected are women who werein and out of the workforce raising children, oftenworking part time and who then separate from theirpartners.

NATIONAL seniors has103 Branches Nationallyand five Branches in theregion, Nerang, Robina,Paradise point,Beaudesert and TweedBorder, all members en-joying the many benefitsof being a member of Na-tional Seniors Australia.By becoming a member ofnot-for-profit Nationalseniors you will receivemany benefits by doingso. By monthly seniorsmagazine, shopping dis-count booklet, buyingservice for the best buy,Travel and Insurance ser-vice, and your voice be-ing heard in Canberra forsuch issues as Dental carefor Seniors, workplacediscrimination, superan-nuation reforms Care forOlder Australians andmany more being put for-ward to Governments.If you are all interestedin enjoying Outings andguest speakers and greatsocial activities join to-day. For further informa-tion go to the websitewww. nationalseniors.com.au or phone 1300765 050.

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NATIONAL Seniors Australia is a not for profitorganisation for anyone over 50 to become amember & enjoy discounts & offers as well asbeing the largest senior group in Australia lobbyingFederal, State, & Local Government in trying toimprove benefits for seniors such as Age care,transport, health issues etc.All members can contact the Policy dept to raiseissues they are concerned about, & if relevant thepolicy dept takes up that issue to the appropriateGovernment dept. We are looking at a extended tripto Coffs Harbour May 8,9,10, at a very reasonableprice & seats are limited, so first in best dressed,contact Helen on 5596 5662 if interested. Ourbranch meets every 4th Wednesday of the month@ 5.15pm for a 5.30pm start. The venue is AllSports Club, All Sports Drive, Nerang which is(behind Campbells Warehouse on NerangBroadbeach Rd).We have interesting guest speakers, & the club hasa bistro which serves a two course meal for $10.00p.p for those wishing to stay after the meeting for asocial chit chat. The branch is now into its ninthyear & has a good committee working together,helping to organise outings & various otheractivities throughout the year, so why not comealong & enjoy meeting other people & exchangingideas. We always look forward to having newmembers or visitors come to our meetings. Furtherdetails contact Beth 5500 4818, Margaret 5594 3771.

MEMBERS from the Labrador Senior enjoyed theirtrip to Mulgowie last month and are looking forwardto their next visit which is to the Lyell Deer Farm.Table Tennis is now held on four afternoons becauseof its popularity of the game.The times are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sat-urday afternoons.Anna Levar’s yoga/exercise class starts the busyweek on Mondays from 8.15am. A second yoga classis taken by Tim Clark on Wednesdays from 8.30am.Tuition is available on Mondays mornings from10.00am for anyone wishing to learn indoor bowls,social bowls are held from 12.20pm on Thursday af-ternoons.We are seeing new people coming along to our Fri-day morning concerts each week which commence at9.15am. Our members of the music group put a lot oftime and effort in to presenting a different concertevery week which adds to the variety of the morning.These mornings are open for anyway to attend. Thecost is only $2.00 which includes morning tea.For further information please phone Lyndsey on 55371433.

THE Gold Coast Branch of the Association has a spe-cial meeting on 12th April Dr Mark Forwood Profes-sor and Chair of Anatomy Griffith University will talkabout the procedures for Body Donation. Yes an un-usual interesting presentation. All retirees are wel-come. Where? Broadbeach Seniors Centre, 23 T.E.Peters Drive (behind Convention Centre) Broadbeach.FThe Investor Group will meet on the 18th April whenwe will have Felicity Cooper of RBS Morgans. With14 years experience Felicity will be a valuable pre-senter. General Meeting with a Speaker, second Thurs-day every month; Investor Group meets thirdWednesday every month. Meetings start at 9.30am.Free coffee and biscuits. All retirees are welcome toattend. Enquiries call Graham 5526 9225 or Bill 55200019.

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WERE recently pleased to welcome Lion LoisMcHenry into their ranks.The induction ceremony was conducted by Past Dis-trict Governor Lion Tony Mc Cornell who travelledup from Ocean Shores for the occasion. PresidentLion Peter Maroney said “Lion Lois has many yearsexperience as a Lioness at Palm Beach Currumbin Cluband having recently moved to our area decided tocontinue her association with Lions by joining theLions Club of Terranora Lakes.The Lions Club of Terranora Lakes can be contactedon 0421 056 104

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WAKE up the writer within and kick-start the writingprocess with accomplished author and presenter Ri-chard Davis.Richard is the proud recipient of the 2011 JoanSutherland and Richard Bonynge Award for Arts.Elanora Branch Library, Friday May 18, 10am. Pleasesee staff to reserve your place or call 5581-1671.

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PHARMACISTS will soon be able todispense cholesterol-lowering drugs topatients without a current prescriptionfrom their GP.Federal Health Minister TanyaPlibersek says the change is a “big win”for patients who can’t always make itto their doctor before their medicationruns out.Under the new so-called “continued

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Broadbeach Seniors Club3.15 pm. On the 3rd Thursday of eachmonth the Club organizes a bus outing,the current price for this is $30,this isall inclusive, that is, seat on the bus,morning refreshments and lunch at ahotel or club. New members are invitedto join the Club, you will find ourmembers are friendly and will make youwelcome.If you are interested just come along toour meetings. For more details contactthe Secretary Reg Taylor on 5593 3562.


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WE invite all people with diabetes, their families, car-ers and friends to attend the meetings of the TweedHeads Support Group of Australian Diabetes Coun-cil. The aim of the meetings is to hear interesting guestspeakers, receive the latest information about diabe-tes, learn about Australian Diabetes Council servicesand events, share experiences and socialise in a re-laxed environment. Everyone is welcome! Monthlymeetings are held on the first Wednesday of the monthfrom 9.30am to 11.30am in the Community Room,Tweed City Shopping Centre (next to Woolworths).Please bring a small plate to share and a gold coindonation. Everyone is welcome! Speaker for Wednes-day 2nd May is David Irvine, Diabetes Educator, GoldCoast Hospital. For further information, please con-tact Janet Commens on 07 5576 2328.

THE Club is holding their monthly meeting at TwinTowns Services Club in the Renassiance Room at10.am on the 3rd Monday of each month, next meet is16th August. After our A.G.M. We welcomed a newcommittee member Lois Pulbrook to the old brigadeof committee members. The Club enjoys a good rangeof activities, theatre mornings, bus trips, guest speak-ers and lunches; so if you are retired and looking fora great friendly morning contact Shirley 5599 3868.

SOLACE is a support group for those grieving theloss of a partner. We meet the 2nd and 4th Wednes-day of the month at Pacific Fair Community Room at10.30am.Phone Betty for more information. 07 5580 7034.

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Gold Coast & Hinterland Historical Society Inc.look,’’ said the society’ssecretary, June Redman.“We find it fascinatespeople who have moved tothe Coast as much as thosewho have lived here alltheir lives.”The theme of the month isInnovation and Invention,which is why the inventorof the bikini, Paula Stafford,features in the first event.She will talk at 11am onApril 20 and 21 about hercolourful life in the fashionindustry and how shecame to invent the bikini.The part the Gold Coastplayed in global communi-cations will be highlightedon April 27 and 28 with anexhibition and talk on howtheocean-spanning under-sea cable came to theCoast.Experts on Australia plants,

and in particular thosenative to the area, willfrom 11am on May 4 and5 be available to discussthe importance of theplants found in themuseum’s gardens.A descendant of the pio-neering Veivers’ family,Marie Wylie, will at 11amon May 11 give an in-sight into the early daysof the Gold Coast, illus-trated by the replica slabcottage built in the mu-seum grounds.Finally, between 10amand 3pm on May 12, thesociety will be part ofthe heritage expo, a fam-ily event themedaround the 1940s era atEvandale.For more information,call June Redman at 0412290 844.

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Love at The SpitARE you new to the Gold Coast? Perhaps youwould like to make new friends and have some lightexercise in congenial surroundings. We invite youto come and see if you would like to play Shuffle-board.All equipment is supplied. An experienced playerwill introduce you to the game and rules of play.This game can be played by any age group.The first morning is free, later mornings are $4 permorning for non members which includes morningtea /coffee, members pay $3.

THE Surfers Paradise VIEW Club meets on the 2ndTuesday of each month at the Southport Golf Club inSlayter Avenue, Bundall at 11.30 for 12 midday start.The club is celebrating its 26th birthday on April 10th,and our Guest Speaker on that day will be entertainerSheila Bradley. Sheila’s wonderful career in musicaltheatre both in Britain and Australia includes Kismetat the London Palladium, Oliver, Me and My Gal, HelloDolly, Mame and the King and I in Australia, as wellas several TV series. Ladies come along, meet newfriends, and join us for this fun day which includessavouries before our lunch meeting. Theme will be“Pretty in Pink”. Contact Nancy by Friday 6th April,if you would like to attend on 5592 6730.

ON Tuesday 17th and Wed. 18th April, 2012, our Club will be hosting Interstateplayers in a warm-up Competition in the lead up to the States Sides Champion-ship which starts at the Broadbeach Bowling Club on the 21st April, 2012.At 12.30pm on Wednesday 25th April, 2012 – ANZAC DAY, our Club in conjunc-tion with the Workers Bowls Club will be holding Mixed Bowls from 1-4pm.Anyone wishing to play will be most welcome. For enquiries please phone (07)5532-1277. There will also be a Player Sheet displayed at the Club. Our Bar willbe open from 1pm and the Bistro/Cafe will be open on our normal hours.

HAS continued support from members for weekendBBQ’s which is much appreciated. New Memberswelcome at our meetings held on the 1st & 3rd Wednes-day of each month at Kurrawa Surf Club, Broadbeachcommencing 7.00pm sharp, enquiries to Karen 0421489 813 or Robyn 5572 2735

Australian Shuffleboard Association Qld IncThere is no need to be bored or lonely on the GoldCoast, we are always pleased to welcome visitorsand new members. Come along and join us for amorning of fun.Days of play are Monday, Wednesday andSaturday (Elanora), Thursday (Coolangatta) 9-30am-12pm. Elanora Club is at the end of Pines Lane (exit92 from north or south M1 highway).Coolangatta is on 3rd floor of “Showcase on theBeach” Griffith Street.Phone Fay 5575 9203 or Marj 5536 3781.

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MEMBERS of theBurleigh Heads LadiesProbus Club recently en-joyed a trip to theQueensland Institute of

WE all have deep emotional attach-ments to our home and making a moveis a big decision. This is when chang-ing your living arrangements can be ahappy time or an emotionally stressfultime.There are questions that every sellerasks. What agent should I use? Howdo I know I am getting the correct price?How much will it cost? Plus, many more.While every situation is different, if youcan find an agent who can help youbecome well informed, then the moreconfident you will feel with your finaldecision. This is where LouiseMorrison can help.Louise is a fully licenced property con-sultant with Robina Realty which iscentrally located on the Gold Coast,where they have been established for30 years.She specialises in working with seniorsto help them sell their homes in the GoldCoast area. Louise has experience in

REGION 1 Youth of the Year Final,sponsored by NAB for 14 years andhosted by Lions Club of Coolangattaand Tweed Heads, was held at TweedHeads Bowls Club on 10 March 2012.Our entrant, Louis Monaghan,representing St Josephs College, won

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speech and overall winner at ClubLevel.All volunteers are welcome, not justLions Club Members.We can arrange a Blue Card ifrequired. Ring the Secretary on 075536 2975 for more information.

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property sales in Over 50’s Resorthomes and worked in an aged care fa-cility at Varsity Lakes as an assistant innursing (AIN).This experience, over the years, hashelped her understand the needs of se-niors and she enjoys helping them makethe transition as stress free as possible.Many family members are involved inthe decision making process andLouise does her best to work with ev-eryone to ensure a positive outcome.She is honest, hardworking and a goodcommunicator. Louise’s daughter is herPA and also has experience with agedcare. They love working with seniorsand have a caring, yet professionalmanner to help people make the deci-sion with which they will be happy. Ifyou are looking for a real estate agentyou can trust give Louise a call on 1300762 462 or 0418 887 815 to have a chator email:[email protected]

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Medical Research andwere informed in regard tothe work that they aredoing on finding cures forcancer, infective diseases,

mental illness and asthmato name a few. Also theyhad just discovered apossible for cure for sunspots. This visit was cer-

tainly very interestingand informative. The clubmeets on the thirdWednesday of the monthat the Burleigh HeadsMowbray Park SLSC,Gold Coast Highway,Burleigh Heads at 10.30amwith a monthly guestspeaker, lunches andcoach trips. Visitors arewelcome. Call Barbara on5538 1475 or Pat on 55768332

The Gardens on Lindfi eld retirement village is a spectacular gated community that provides the perfect setting for your new retirement lifestyle. Step inside our gates to discover fi rst-class leisure facilities, modern homes and manicured gardens. All this within close proximity to shops and transport.

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PAUL Macdowell of theGold Coast enjoys a fewminutes of fun on aninteractive art displaywith email facilities atthe Gallery of ModernArt in Brisbane.Paul’s quick sketchmight not have fetchedmillions but it was a bitof light relief forsomeone who paintswith a passion in hisspare time.

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WHAT is more importantto people who are consid-ering hearing devices forthe first time? Good looksor great performance?Oasis Audiology inBroadbeach says the an-swer is “both”. Selinapoints to an award-win-ning new hearing instru-ment from Oticon thatmay fill that order quitenicely. Selina Gan is oneof the first hearing care

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professionals inBroadbeach to offerOticon Intiga, the world’ssmallest fully wirelesshearing instrument andrecent recipient of the iFDesign Award for out-standing product design.Intiga’s small discreet sizeand world-class design istailor made to appeal topeople who are new toamplification. Its ad-vanced technology has

been proven to deliverimmediate acceptanceand immediate benefits ina multi-center interna-tional study of first-timehearing device users.Looks FirstHow a hearing solutionlooks is often the firstthing people want toknow, according to Selina.They want a hearing de-vice that looks modernand sleek, but at the sametime, is something thatpeople won’t notice.“Intiga’s smoothrounded shape fits closeto the ear and skin, mak-ing it almost invisible notonly to users but to oth-ers as well,” she explains.“Active people especiallyappreciated Intiga”sclose, comfortable andsecure fit.”Benefits ImmediatelyPeople who have neverworn hearing instrumentsbefore, want-and expect-to experience comfort-able, natural sound imme-diately without distortion.They wanted to be ableto join in conversations innoisy places, such as res-taurants, and to be ableto relax and enjoy one-on-one conversations inquiet settings.Results of a recently re-leased international studyconducted at two univer-sities, Towson Universityin Maryland, USA andThe Horzentrum inOldenburg, Germany,show that new Intiga trig-gers immediate accep-tance and immediate ben-efits by people new tohearing instruments.“The study challenges thecommonly held myth thatit takes time to get usedto hearing aids,” saysSelina. “With Intiga, I amfinding people who werereluctant to try hearingaids not only acceptingtheir new hearing solu-tions immediately, butalso seeing themselves aslong term users of ampli-fication.”For more informationabout hearing loss andthe new Oticon Intiga,phone Oasis Audiologyon 07 55924222.


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SOCIAL isolation is a big issue for olderpeople and concerns about its effectson health and wellbeing, particularlyamong men, will increase with the rap-idly ageing population.Gold Coast community developmentvolunteer Ian McDougall has come upwith a Bloke’s Lounge concept – alongMen’s Shed lines – to address the is-sue. In 2011, Gold Coast City recordeda resident population of 590,810 people;of those 109,384 were aged 60+. By2031, this is age group is expected toincrease by 89 per cent to 206,282.Ian says older males are often more atrisk of social isolation than females.“Women tend to have a wide circle of

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friends and acquaintan-ces and actively fosterthose relationships,” hesaid. “So when things goawry or their partners die,they have good supportnetworks“Male mateship, how-ever, generally revolvesaround the workplace andsport. When they retirethey often lose contactwith work mates and fit-ness and mobility prob-lems often preclude themfrom sport or other physi-cal pursuits.“This leaves them vulner-able to loneliness whichcan lead to depression,anxiety and other mentaland physical health is-sues.”Ian helped establishedthe Gold Coast’s firstMen’s Shed at Labrador(another is getting under-way at Burleigh Heads).He also helped establishthe Gold Coast Street Li-brary for homeless peopleand is secretary of theGold Coast Seniors Re-gional Roundtable.“Sheds are great, particu-larly areas like the GoldCoast where many retir-ees have shifted intounits in multi-storey orstudio-type complexesand no longer have theirhandyman, hobby or out-door activity area,” hesaid.

“However, as the shed developed, itbecame apparent that a need existed forfacilities for blokes who are not inter-ested in workshop-type activities orsport. “I envisage a safe, friendly andinclusive place where blokes from allwalks of life can socialise, make friends,share their stories and experiences, un-dertake meaningful activities that keeptheir minds active and boost theirsskills, confidence and self-esteem.Activities might include board games,model making, reading, discussiongroups, day trips/outings, cooking andeducational activities in conjunctionwith organisations such as U3A.Men will also be encouraged to seekhelp for their health problems, with freehealth checks and visits by communityworkers. Ian is seeking people inter-ested in forming a committee to estab-lish the Lounge. He is also keen to en-gage older homeless males in the plan-ning and running of the Bloke’sLounge.“Per favour Surfers Paradise CricketClub, I have secured a free meetingvenue until September,” he said.“Initially its key use will be for commit-tee meetings to get incorporated andplan the format and direction of theLounge. “The long-term focus will beon securing low or rent-free premisesreasonably close to public transportwhich has open areas, toilet facilities, abasic kitchen area, parking spaces andpreferably ramp access.“Other needs include furniture andshelving/storage, whitegoods, appli-ances, model making equipment, crock-ery, kitchenware, a computer for Loungecoordinator etc.“Anyone who can help - as a commit-tee member, sponsor or with donationscan contact me via [email protected] or call on 0409 897 231 bhSource: Office of Economic StatisticalResearch – Medium Series - popula-tion projection LGA -10 Gold CoastPopulation by Age and Sex, Regionsof Australia).

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NEXT month Volunteering Gold Coastproudly supported by Telstra will belaunching their training workshops toget seniors in the loop and becometechnology savvy.The “Telstra Connected Seniors” pro-gram will offer mobile phone trainingsessions to people aged over 60, oncea week, over a 5 week period.“The program recognises the impor-tance of educating seniors in mobileusage including sending and receivingtext messages, making phone calls, tak-ing photos and recording videos. “ SaysMichelle Greg Training FacilitatorVolunteering Gold Coast will conduct

CALLING ALL “NASHOS” to as-semble on the Gold Coast, Queensland,in September 2012, to Celebrate the 25th

Anniversary of the forming of the Na-tional Servicemen`s Association ofAustralia., in1987.This will be a seven day Reunion, fea-turing Bowls, Golf, trips Concert, Meet

SUNDAY 22 April at 2.30pm is‘showtime’ for the Northern RiversSymphony Orchestra’s production ofBack to Broadway at the South TweedSports Club, NSW.The program will include popularBroadway show tunes Les Miserables,

THE BBQ’s for the elec-tions on 24th March wereprovided for hungry vot-ers at Elanora HighSchool and theTallebudgera StateSchool and we’ll be do-ing it all again on the 28thApril for the Council Elec-tions. In between the twoelection days there will bethe Bunnings BBQs on13th April at Burleigh. Fora new club we are veryproud of our achieve-ments to date and arepleased to say we are wel-coming interested localsand new members eachmonth. Contact the clubon, is 041 GCLIONS or0417 425 466 or [email protected]

ARE you over 50 and have always wanted to learnmore about computers, art & painting, learn a newlanguage, craft, health & wellbeing, enjoy music?U3A North Gold Coast offers over 40 courses andwe are taking membership applications now! Weare now in our newly refurbished premises atLabrador Community Hub, Billington Street,Labrador. Come in and see us or phone 5529 0583for more information. Office Hours 9.00am - 3.00pmWeekdays.

THE Men’s Probus Club of Burleigh Heads meets onthe first Tuesday of each month from 9.30am to 12noon at the RSL Hall, 6th Avenue, Burleigh Heads.We need new members. So please come along. GuestSpeaker, morning tea, good fellowship and no charge.Just roll up on the day by 9.30am and say “Hello”.You will be made most welcome. Ph 5576 6170

Peter Johansen (L) and Mark Howard (R)

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the training sessions, at their Miamiheadquarters, using the Telstra techni-cians and handsets and with the helpof their many wonderful volunteers.“That sounds like a great program, Ifind it so hard to keep up with my kids,at least this way I’ll be able to text mes-sage them when I can’t get hold ofthem.” By passer Elizabeth on thestreet in Surfers ParadiseThis free program will commence on the17th April 2012, over 3 training groupsof up to 25 people meaning that placesare limited so those interested will haveto get in quick.Phone (07) 5526 2811.

NASHOS Gold Coastand Greet, Reunion Dinner, culminat-ing in a March and Service at Southporton Sunday September 23rd.. Meet oldfriends, and make new friends, holidayon the fabulous Gold Coast. Beautifulon day, perfect the next. Inquiries,phone 07 56308071, or email:[email protected]

Back to BroadwayOklahoma, Phantom of the Opera andmore. Conductor will be the charismaticBarry Singh, with soloists audience-favourites Liza Beamish and AndrewPryor. For ticket information, please call(07) 5536-6063 or (07) 5513-1083 or seewww.nrso.com.au.

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PALM Lake Resort Eagleby Heights will hold a Cer-emony of Dedication of Memorial and unveiling ofplaque by Mayor Pam Parker, incorporating com-memoration of Anzac 2012. This will also be an Openday to officially launch the newly released “Gumtree”design home that is set to impress. With only eightsites available for this design, they will sell fast. Theresort is already 80% sold out and the $10,000 QldBuilding Boost ends 30 April, so now is the time tolock in a home site.The “Gumtree” architecturally designed home boast-ing three bedrooms, two bathrooms, remote controldouble garage and landscaped gardens. Designedwith space, comfort and energy efficiency in mind,this modern home has a spectacular contemporaryfacade. The hall entrance opens up to a magnificentdining and living space with direct access to yourprivate outdoor alfresco area. The master suite iswell appointed, with a stylish en-suite, walk-in-robeand is both secluded and generous in size.As with most homes at Palm Lake Resort EaglebyHeights, this home also features an abundance ofstorage, a reverse cycle air conditioner, quality stonebench tops, 2pac cabinetry, European appliances,dishwasher, fans, designer curtains, tiled lounge anddining room floors and a water tank.There are other designs at the resort which are alsovery attractive to purchasers including the afford-able two bedroom range of homes.Diana and David Lewis have just purchased a site forthe new “Gumtree” design. Diana said “We were look-ing for a home with a double garage with two bed-rooms plus a study. We recently were shown thisdesign and noticed that it also had a good size al-fresco area. We both decided that this home was the

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WE are an enthusiastic and friendly group of peoplewho enjoy researching our family history and heri-tage roots. We also love sharing our research skillsand experiences – and sometimes our frustrations!The research rooms are stocked with many resourcesand we hold monthly meetings, mostly with a guestspeaker; there is also a regular journal packed full ofinformation, posted or emailed to members. Roomsare open to members and visitors Tues 10am-7pm,Wed to Fri 10am to 4pm, Sat 9.30am to 3pm (Closed1st Tuesday of month, between 1pm and 4pm, for

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perfect design for us and as it is new, we still qualifyto apply for the $10,000 Qld Building Boost”. “Wehave many friends here who have already purchased,and we didn’t want to miss out on a new home”, saidDavid. Diana and David were both drawn to the re-sort because of the facilities and activities on offer.David enjoys lawn bowls and having one with a roofover it is a real bonus. Diana is looking forward toworking out at the gym and aqua aerobics.For more information on the open day or for a freeDVD, call 1800 781 101.

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get-together).Resources held covermany Australian and over-seas records – books, mi-crofiche, microfilm, CDROMs, journals, maga-zines and maps, with sub-scriptions to popularonline sites such aswww.ancestry.com andwww.findmypast.co.ukwhere members (and dayvisitors) have full accessto all records on thosesites. The TGCFHH is alsoan official agent forFamilySearch which en-ables you to view micro-films ordered from theirworld renowned resourcebase in Utah, USA.Classes for Beginners,Internet and Computer arerun as required. Meet-ings are held 1.30pm 1st

Tuesday each month (ex-cept January and Novem-ber) at South TweedSports Club on the high-way at South TweedHeads, NSW, Australia (4Minjungbal Drive). Thenext meeting is on Tues-day 1st May 2012.For enquiries please con-tact Noelene Magrath 075599 8939, [email protected] visith t t p : / / w w w . t w e e dgoldcoastfamilyhistory.org.aufor more information.


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This honour winning image was captured by John Van-Den-Broeke ofa Rainbow Bee Eater bringing food back to the nest. They nest in sandybanks on the ground and are very vulnerable to attack from otheranimals and also damage from humans. To capture an image such asthis requires lots of patience with camera set up on tripod with remoteshutter release as not to disturb the bird. A very fast shutter speed isrequired.

THE “Getting to Know Your Mobile Phone” will con-tinue and the help offered by the young adults fromLindisfarne School, has been wonderful. All involvedgive up their time freely, South Tweed Sports Club,willingly supplies the room, tea, coffee, etc, and sup-plies the young people lunch, free of charge. So comeon people, I strongly recommend that if you have amobile phone, no matter what type it is, and you wantto know more about how to use it, that you contactthe Computer Club on 07 5524 3057 or 0448 353 615 tobook your spot, as places are limited to 30 people persession. In addition the Mobile Phone Workshopswill continue for the months of April and May [throughto September inclusive] For those who are new toMobile Phones, April’s workshop looks like beingextremely helpful and the most practical workshopon using your phone. Content includes – Contacts:Add, Find, Call; Sending Text messages and muchmore. May workshop focuses on the topic of PhotosPart 1: take, save, view and delete.

THE Club invites new members to at-tend their monthly luncheon. Ladies,come along, join us and meet newfriends at the picturesque SouthportYacht Club. This month’s meeting willbe held on Wednesday 18th April. Ourguest speaker will be Dean Vegas –Elvis entertainer and Mayoral candidatefor the upcoming gold coast city coun-

THE Regional 2, Youth of the Year was attended by alarge crowd who were treated to a wonderful after-noon of brilliant answers to the 2 impromptu ques-tions & they were amazed at the presentations oftheir prepared speeches. Overall Winner was: AngusFrederic Public Speaking Winner was: BrockGunthorpe. Want to get involved in our great club?ph 0478 681 300 Go to www.burleighheads.qld.lions.org.au

U3A Twin Towns Inc. On Thursdays at 9am Japa-nese language classes for beginners and at 10amFrench beginners class. Italian language is held at10am on Tuesdays. Advanced French levels avail-able also. We are still looking for a Spanish Tutor.For information ring before noon 5534 7333.

THE Club meets every 2nd Wednesday of every month at La Piazza Restaurant,21 Bayview St, Runaway Bay. Ladies, come along make new friends and enjoy afriendly welcome, interesting Speakers, and a delicious lunch. We promote friend-ship whilst proudly supporting The Smith Family. Our next meeting is Wednes-day April 11thBookings essential: Phone Ann 5577 4712 or 0419 161 246

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QUEEN Elizabeth II hadonly been on the thronefor two years when JoanBroughton joined theRed Cross in February1954 in Joan’s hometownof Aramac, not far fromBarcaldine inQueensland’s centralwest. A true-blueQueenslander who hasalways lived within theState, Joan continues asa dedicated member of thePalm Beach/CurrumbinRed Cross Branch, whichshe joined in 1990 aftermoving south.Not long after joining RedCross as an adult (she hadpreviously belonged toJunior Red Cross), Joanspent two years in thearmy as a Signalwoman

DEAR Seniors, my name is Dr Tracey Gilmore and Iam a Candidate for Division 5 for the GCCCelections.I was the Director for Queensland’s Department ofState Development and Innovation, Gold Coastoffice for years. I was influential in the develop-ment of the Gold Coast Marine Precinct, the YatalaEnterprise Area and the Griffith University Knowl-edge Precinct projects. I have provided advice toover 3000 businesses on the Coast and representedon numerous local /state government committeesand boards.I have lived in Division 5 together with my husbandJohn for over 20 years and am passionate inrepresenting the community fairly and openly,reducing the cost of living , promoting growth andjobs, reducing the waste, providing better trans-port support for seniors and targeting crime andgraffiti.Mayoral aspirants’ have expressed the view thatthe GCCC can save $500M over the next four years.This equates to savings of $125M per year.When elected as Councillor I will fight to ensurethat any savings achieved in Council, will bereturned to the ratepayers.The long suffering ratepayers who have seen ratesincrease by 25% or more deserve a rates refund!!Let’s get the Gold Coast moving again and putproven experience into Council, people with avision and forward thinkers so the Gold Coast onceagain becomes the beacon of promise for ourgeneration and many more to come.On the 28th April, Division 5 residents Vote 1 forTracey Gilmore.Authorised by T.Gilmore,184 Crane Crescent,Nerang 4211 for T. Gilmore (Candidate)

THE U3A Twin Towns Inc Thursday classesat Tweed Library have vacancies in DigitalPhotography/technology, Writers Workshop& Literature, Poetry & Plays. CWA HallCoolangatta Calligraphy & Card Workshopand Friday Find the Artist in you. QiGong,TaiChi, Scrabble, Parchment & Decorative CardMaking all have vacancies and are held at 4Boyd Street Tugun on various days duringthe week. For further information Phone Mon-Fri before noon 5534 7333.

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before marrying Philipand moving to a propertyin the Barcaldine area.Over a span of fortyyears, Joan was a mem-ber of the BarcaldineBranch Red Cross, withmany of those yearsspent as honorary secre-tary or president. Joanhas since been honouredwith a Laurel Wreath ser-vice award medal for 50years of Red Cross ser-vice. So what is it that hasdrawn Joan to the RedCross over much of herlifetime?“It’s been the compan-ionship and the friend-ship,” she says quietly,with a gentle smile. “Be-ing a member of RedCross is a wonderful way

to get to know people, andI very much enjoy thecommunity service aspecttoo.”Joan continues to go to allthe meetings at the PalmBeach/Currumbin RedCross Branch (located on11th Avenue, Palm Beach,next to the library), whereshe is known for herraffle-ticket selling skills.Laughing, Joan says, “Ilove selling raffle tickets.”Even though the Queen iscelebrating her DiamondJubilee this year, Joan (pic-tured) still has a couple ofyears to go before her 60-year milestone as a RedCross member, though sheis wished all the very bestby everyone who knowsher.


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THURSDAY May 3rd. the Twin TownsDay VIEW Club will be celebrating their44th. birthday in grand style at the SouthTweed Sports Club from 10.00 am to2.30pm. and the cost will be $25.00which includes a two course dinner,with all the trimmings. The theme for

BROADBEACH Ladies Probus Club Inc. Meet the second Tuesday of the monthat Kurrawa Surf Club, Broadbeach. The meeting commences at 9.30 am, morningtea is provided, then followed by a guest speaker. Visitors and prospectivemembers are most welcome.Come along and join us, or phone our Secretary Wendy on 5538 8831 for moreinformation.

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WE call ourselves FOLK (Friends Of the Library,Kingscliff). We are small in number, only about adozen of us but we are hard workers when it comes toour Spring and Autumn Book Sales and Raffles. Theseare our main source of funds together with a perma-nent Books For Sale cabinet, at the Library entrance.Recent purchases of equipment for our Library in-clude a DVD Cleaner, an Audio-Read Unit, a newspa-per-stand, a glass display cabinet and a magazine

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Evelyn Bass, Diane Ford, Lesley Grewcoe, Jeannette Brown, MargaretBarlow, Barbie Higgs, Maureen Pocock, and Ailsa Rogers – all part of theplanning committee for the Twin Towns Day VIEW Club’s 44th. Birthday

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MEMBERS of the Friendship Force of the Gold Coastrecently celebrated their Club’s 20th Birthday with 84people enjoying a very special dinner at Bond Uni-versity Club. Former Gold Coast Mayor Lex Bell, theClub’s first Patron, was delighted to attend and passedon his good wishes for the future. A special greetingand 20 Year Certificate was sent by George Brown,President of Friendship Force International.A number of past members attended this significantoccasion together with 24 members from Blue Moun-tains, Cairns, Brisbane, North Moreton, SunshineCoast and Sydney clubs. The Club’s “Thru’ theYears” Memorabilia display created much interest,while those present were entertained by ‘Harmony inParadise’, followed by Roger Munsie, who demon-strated his wonderful musical skills throughout theevening.Many of the visitors were home hosted by local mem-bers and a special 20th Birthday booklet illustratingthe club’s 20 year history was given to those in atten-dance during the weekend.The next morning 59 people met at Liquid Amber Bis-tro & Grill at Mt Tamborine to indulge in a sumptuousbreakfast before saying their farewells and headinghome after what all agreed was a wonderful weekendof fun and fellowship.

THE voice of criticism addressing Gold Coast CityCouncillors has grown louder as the local govern-ment elections approach at the end of April. The re-sounding LNP victory on March 24th shows a sig-nificant mood for change amongst residents of theGold Coast on state government issues but Gold coast-ers are also concerned about the spiralling costsratepayers must endure.Council candidate in Division 9, Glenn Tozer, com-mented on the public sentiment. “I’m committed tomaking a difference to the ways things are done inDivision 9, if elected. Our current councillor has losttouch with the residents.A fresh approach is needed; where the local residentfeels comfortable talking about their local issues withtheir local Councillor and that representative is will-ing to listen.

Some of the early club members present at the 20th Birthday Dinner. L-R Cherylene Lewis, ShirleyEvans, Brian & Beth Hallam, Maureen & Terry Miners, Joan & Don Mason

20 Years of Worldwide Friendship

Friendship Force is an international home hostingorganization with over 350 clubs worldwide (25 inAustralia). During the past 20 years the Gold Coastclub has hosted 1,017 Ambassadors from 16 coun-tries while 448 Ambassadors from our club have en-joyed home hosted exchanges to 15 countries. Inaddition many of our members have participated asAmbassadors with other Clubs; an added bonus ofbelonging to Friendship Force is the opportunity toenjoy organized domestic exchanges within Austra-lia - whether you are a Host or an Ambassador, athome or overseas, lifelong friendships are formedduring a week of living with, and as, a “local”.A group of Gold Coast club members is presently inthe throes of planning for this year’s overseas ex-change to Nara, Kumamoto, Kyoto and Hiroshima inJapan which has been timed to coincide with the an-nual cherry blossom festival.A world of friends is a world of peace – YOU canmake a difference. If you would like to know moreabout this wonderful organization and how you toocould visit exotic destinations and be hosted by “lo-cals”, information can be found on our websitewww.friendshipforcegoldcoast.org.au or by contact-ing either Miri Marsden (Membership) 5578 9535 orJohn Parsons (President) 5502 6350.

Local Council candidate Glenn Tozercommits to listen to residents

We need a return to times when you could be sure tosee your Councillor at the local markets and in thecommunity. Residents of Division 9 can be sure thatif they ‘Vote for Tozer’, they’ll see that change”“In my experience working with other local QLD coun-cils and QLD government departments, I can see ar-eas where the Gold Coast can do specific things bet-ter, saving us money, partnering better with commu-nity groups and delivering better services to the pub-lic. It’s time for the Gold Coast to be leading the wayagain.”The race in Mudgeeraba and the Gold Coast Hinter-land will be close, with the incumbent’s current 12year hold on power being challenged by the freshpositive approach of Mr Tozer.Authorised by Glenn Tozer, 28 Friarbird Crescent,Bonogin for G. Tozer (Candidate)

Mother’s Day Classic Fun RunTHE Gold Coast Mother’s Day Clas-sic Fun Run event on Sunday 13 Mayinvolves a 4km and 8km walk fromHollindale Park, Main Beach alongthe beautiful beachfront and The Es-planade. Register at http://mothersdayclassic.com.au/event/qld/gold-coast for the walk or run.More details on the event and regis-tration closing dates are also on thiswebsite.If running and walking isn’t yourthing you can still join in the fun ofthe day by volunteering to help out.Volunteers are needed to help out ina variety of areas from managing thecloak room or a drink station, to mar-shalling participants or helping outat the showbag area. All roles helpcontribute to the smooth running of

NEW entries into the city’s 2012-2013 Community Guide only have until Monday16 April to lodge their details. Any new groups wanting to be listed or groupswhich are changing any details need to email or fax their information through tothe Citizens Advice Bureau by 16 April. The Gold Coast Community Guide is aninvaluable guide for information on programs, services and facilities in the city.The bureau’s hours of operation are 8.30am to 4pm Monday to Friday. For moreinformation email: [email protected], fax 5532 9125, or ph 5532 9611.

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this major community event and meanthat more funds can be directed tobreast cancer research.Alternatively, you can come alongand support all walkers and runnersand join in the entertainment andactivity taking place around thecourse.All participants are in the runningfor spot prizes, given out around thecourse on the day. Remember to fillin a tribute card to wear on the day inmemory of a loved one or with wordsof encouragement to someone cur-rently undergoing treatment. If youwish to make a stand-alone donationto the Mother’s Day Classic forbreast cancer research, you can doso from the website. For more eventinformation contact: 1300 13 28 91.


PLANNING is underwayfor “A Passion for Fash-ion”, the Auxiliary’s an-nual fashion parade to beheld on May 21, 2012 atthe Tweed Civic Centre,Cnr Wharf and Brett Sts,Tweed Heads. Doorsopen at 9:30am so patronscan enjoy a homemademorning tea before theParade, featuring our veryown stars of the catwalk,starts at 10:30am. Fash-ions featured this year willbe selected from Casualson Griffith, CoolangattaMenswear, Katies, LowesMenswear, Man to Man,Margie’s Boutique, NoniB, Rockmans, SonsieWoman, Suzanne Grae,Tummy Control andW.Lane.Tickets will be on sale

THE Twin Waters VIEW Club (Voice, Interest andEducation of Women) a friendship club for womenof all ages, will hold their next monthly luncheonmeeting at Twin Waters Golf Club 11.00am, onThursday 12 April 2012. You are assured of a warmwelcome so come along, have some fun and makenew friends.Our Guest Speaker is Marion Allen, Learning forLife, Maroochydore. Guests Welcome $27.00.

THE Northern Rivers Symphony Or-chestra kicks off the 2012 concert sea-son with a musical delight! “Back toBroadway” features popular tunes fromclassic hits such as Phantom of theOpera, Oklahoma, Evita, LesMiserables and many more. The NRSOis proud to present guest artists, LizaBeamish and Andrew Pryor. With herangelic soprano voice, Liza has wowedaudience all over Australia and inter-nationally, and Andrew is a wonderfullygifted tenor with his powerful tones

THE next meeting will be on 16th April,2012 in Four Seasons Carvery, TwinTowns. Doors open at 8.00 am for busallocation tickets. Meeting 8.45 am. Twobus trips per month inc m/tea & lunch.New Members phone Isabelle 0421 270203. Gosford Terranova Tours 7 days, 6

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Twin Towns Seniors Social Clubnights. 29th April to 5th May, 2012. Cost$979 (meals and day tours included).Sydney Harbour, Blue Mountains,Hunter Valley Gardens. For further in-formation phone Dot Mortimer 07 55909301 for coloured brochure. Everyonewelcome.

Northern Rivers Symphony Orchestrapresents Back To Broadway

familiar to Opera Queensland. Con-ducted by our favourite maestro BarrySingh, this concert is sure to be an au-dience pleaser!On Sunday 22nd April at 2.30pm at theSouth Tweed Sports Club, Tweed HeadsSouth. Tickets: Adults $40, Conces-sion $35, Students 18+ $25 ad schoolStudens $10.Tickets can be purchased online withcredit card by visiting our website,www.nrso.com.au , or alternatively byphoning (07) 5536 6063 or (07) 5513 1083.

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from April 23rd at the Aux-iliary gift shop at TweedHospital. They will alsobe available at the usualraffle ticket selling loca-tions and at the CivicCentre on the day. Theorganising committee ofLinda Scott, Lesley Bullusand Pat Carroll have been

very busy and are pic-tured looking at somefashions for possible in-clusion in the parade.The team have alsoorganised some LuckyDoor prizes which havebeen kindly donated froma variety of local businesshouses.

A raffle will be run in con-junction with the fashionparade with a first prize ofa $250 voucher to any oneof the fashion houses fea-tured in the parade.Raffle tickets will be onsale from April 9 and willbe drawn at the FashionParade.

RSVP: Before 5.00pm on Monday 9 April by calling0487182644 (leave a message) or email [email protected]. Our April Social is on Thursday26 April 2012. Morning Tea and Movies 9.00am atThe Coffee Club in the Sunshine Plaza,Maroochydore. Price $10.00 (Coffee/Tea and cakes)followed a movie if you wish. RSVP: Call0487182644 (leave a message) or emailinfo@twinwaters view.com.au

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WE welcome all 50 & 0ver Seniors in the Coolangatta/Tweed Heads areas. Visitors also welcome. The Cen-tre has a large range of activities including: Bingo,Indoor Bowls, Card Games, Computer Lessons, Ball-room Dancing (New Vogue), Knit & Natter, Craft &Chatter, Light Exercises, Mah Jong, Meditation,Qigong, Rock & Roll, Swing & Sway, Snooker & 8Ball, Tai Chi, Table Tennis, Monthly bus trips, freemonthly Concerts, Library, Hairdresser and Beauti-cian.Our next free concert will be on Monday 30th of April,2012 at 1pm Qld time and will feature the multi tal-ented professional musician Roger Munsie. Rogerskillfully plays many instruments including flute, allthe saxophones, penny whistle, clarinet and digitalhorn. He plays a wonderful range of songs from yes-terday and today including vocals in his versatileprofessional presentation. You will love his amazingand enjoyable personality so we recommend that youdon’t miss him. All members and visitors are invitedto come along and enjoy any or all of these activities/pastimes and meet new friends. For enquiries, infor-mation or events leaflet and concert bookings, phoneus on 07 5536 4050 or call into our centre at 2 GerrardStreet, Coolangatta. You can also check out our Website on www.coolangattaseniors.com.au. We hope tosee you soon at Coolangatta Senior Citizens.

Women in celebration

“GREAT success” wasthe buzz throughout theroom as over 180 attend-ees enjoyed InternationalWomen’s Day celebra-tions at South TweedSports Club in earlyMarch.Presented byCoolangatta Tweed VIEWClub (Voice, Interests andEducation of Women),chief organiser PenelopeThorpe and her dedicatedVIEW helpers ensuredthat the event heldeveryone’s attention fromstart to finish.Guest speakers on this101st IWD anniversarywere Professor CynthiaFisher, MS PhD, Head ofManagement at BondUniversity as well as chiefinstructor at Gold CoastDog Obedience Club,dog trainer for the dis-abled and a qualifiedjudge for the new disci-pline of Rally Obedience;Dr Elizabeth Lewis AM,

Pictured (l-r) are Margaret Girvan, Kayla Stewart,Prof Cynthia Fisher (green jacket), Dr ElizabethLewis (front centre), Hon Justine Elliot (whitejacket), Joy Gregor and VIEW Zone CouncillorMargaret Ricketts.

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Monash University, firstAustralian woman neuro-surgeon whose specialproject was the setting-upof a day centre for dis-abled children in PapuaNew Guinea with an on-going commitment toacute rehabilitation at thecentre, and Kayla Stewart,2012 School Captain ofBanora Point HighSchool. Kayla’s achieve-ments already includerecognised high marks inYear 11 plus a CustomerService Award throughpart-time employment. Allthree speakers were ap-plauded for their excep-tional presentations.The ever-popularMaggie-Anne Leybournewas an expert master ofceremonies on the occa-sion, with president ofCoolangatta Tweed VIEWClub Margaret Girvan pre-senting the welcome;VIEW National CouncillorJoy Gregor giving an out-

line of the Club, and TheHon Justine Elliot MP,Parliamentary Secretaryfor Trade and the localMember also delivering abrief address. Morningtea and a light lunchrounded off the day.VIEW is a valued part ofThe Smith Family. Ap-proximately $1200 wasraised for The Smith Fam-ily during the SouthTweed 2012 InternationalWomen’s Day celebra-tions. For further informa-tion about CoolangattaTweed VIEW Club, pleasecontact Penelope Thorpeon (07) 5534-3931.


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was leading the group bydemonstrating a varietyof aqua fitness routines.Judy encourages every-one to follow to the bestof their abilities but yet tochallenge themselves inorder to improve. Partici-pants say they feelenergised after the hour-

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standing have resultedfrom Judy’s classes.Deep water running isanother of Judy’s special-ties, DWR also “perfectfor all ages and fitnesslevels and terrific ascross-training for anyoneinvolved in other sportsfrom marathons to funruns; mountain climbingto bicycling and walk-ing.”Whereas aqua fitness in-volves at least one footon the bottom of the poolat all times, deep waterrunning participants aresupported by buoyancybelts fastened around thewaist.Anyone wishing more in-formation can contactJudy on 0412 657 054 orThe Southport School on5531-9919.

Should you rely on the internet for a health diagnosis?about alternative medical treatments or to get a ‘sec-ond opinion’.Around one-quarter of all Australians regularly seekhealth information on the web and this will increaseas more people use the internet to supplement theirdoctor’s advice. However, it seems that the vast ma-jority of people still seek professional medical atten-tion for diagnosis and information about prescrip-tion medication or for a referral.It is important not to use online health information toself-diagnose or self-medicate. Always see your regu-lar medical doctor (GP) or another healthcare profes-sional registered with the Australian Health Practitio-ner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Self-diagnosis using medical websites is always tricky,because the information provided tends to relate tospecific medical conditions rather than your particu-lar situation. For example, if you type the symptom‘stomach pain’ into the search engine of a generalhealth and medical website, it may offer gastritis, ap-pendicitis, irritable bowel syndrome or gastroenteri-tis for further information. It would be a mistake toconsider these suggestions as diagnoses. Your stom-ach pain could be caused by a build-up of gas follow-ing the baked beans and eggs you had for lunch or itmay indicate a life-threatening emergency.It is a good idea to discuss online health informationyou have found with your doctor or registeredhealthcare professional. However, don’t expect themto have enough time to read multiple pages of infor-mation. Before you visit the doctor, you shouldsummarise the information you found on the internetand prepare a short list of specific questions to askyour doctor.


A NATIONALLY significant collec-tion portraying the Gold Coast’s past,from Aboriginal artefacts to a collec-tion of Paula Stafford bikinis, can beseen at the Gold Coast and HinterlandHistorical Museum at 8 Elliott Street,Surfers Paradise, on the first Sunday

THE newly formed Gold Coast Seniors RegionalRoundtable is inviting community-based not-for-profit organisations to get on board and have theirsay on issues affecting seniors across the city.Roundtable chairperson and long-time seniors advo-cate Marianne Gevers said the Gold Coast was one ofthe fastest growing regions in the state, with the 60+age group population expected to increase by 89 percent to 206,282 by 2031.“That will be a quarter of the city’s total population,”Ms Gevers said. “We recognise that through theirwisdom, knowledge and experience, seniors make aninvaluable contribution to our community.“However, rapid growth brings challenges that affectthe health and wellbeing of older people. It also bringsopportunities.“That’s why the Gold Coast Seniors RegionalRoundtable is developing a seniors action plan toaddress known factors and identify emerging issuesthat impact on seniors having healthy, active and in-dependent lifestyles.“We want to engage with community-based not-for-profit as they have the knowledge required to dealwith local issues at a local level, as well as harnessextra assistance from state and federal sources asrequired.”The Gold Coast Seniors Regional Roundtable was

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SEAN O’Hara of Benowamight be almost 75 butthere’s nothing ‘almost’ inhis attitude to keeping fitthrough running and racewalking.Looking forward to the GoldCoast Bulletin Trilby MissoFun Run (a family fun festemphasising “healthybody; healthy mind”) at theend of April, Sean alsoplans to take part—for the20th time—in the Gold CoastMarathon at the end ofJune.Other achievements Seanhas enjoyed include (toname just a few) being acompetitor at three WorldMasters Games (in Austra-lia and Canada) and at sev-eral Pan-Pacific Games onthe Gold Coast; at the Aus-tralian Masters Games inGeelong, Victoria; in five‘Bridge to Brisbane’ funruns plus many other funruns.Sean was recently namedCommunity Ambassadorfor Masters GamesQueensland and, prior tothat, was Ambassador toGeelong and also to theSydney World Games, aposition he was deservedlyproud to hold.All the best Sean! You’re aninspiration to all age groups.

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formed by merging the Elder Abuse Task Force, Ref-erence Group on Ageing and Seniors Weeks Coordi-nating Committee, all of which have been operatingsince the early 1990s.“Meeting attendance had dropped off due to the turn-over of staff and volunteers in local and governmentorganisations servicing the seniors sector,” MsGevers said.“We felt it was prudent to unite these three groupsinto a cohesive body that focussed on keeping se-niors issues at the forefront of decision-making.“This collaboration and fresh input will ensure weget both a broader and specific understanding of lo-cal issues and services.”The Gold Coast Seniors Action Plan 2012-2015 sup-ports the Queensland Government’s Positively Age-less: Queensland Seniors Strategy 2010-2020andcomplements the Gold Coast City Council’s Plan foran Ageing Community.“The plan will focus on positive ageing and ensuringthe challenges and opportunities of an ageing popu-lation are acknowledged and embraced by the wholecommunity,” Ms Gevers said.Organisations and individuals interested in contrib-uting to the Gold Coast Seniors Regional Roundtablecan send their contact details to Secretary IanMcDougall via [email protected]

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The wonder of Lake Eyre beckonsmine of local information that givesTravel West Air Safaris the edge overother flights to Lake Eyre.Travel West will fly you through thevast catchment area of the QueenslandChannel Country and across Lake Eyrein a 36-seater Dash 8 aircraft. ‘Hostextraordinaire’ Graham will meet you atBrisbane as you board your full dayflight. There are refuelling stops inCharleville and Birdsville and on thereturn trip you can even slake youroutback thirst at the renownedBirdsville Hotel!As you gaze down at a swathe of green,interspersed with waterways wendingtheir way south west towards LakeEyre, Graham will fascinate you with hiswealth of knowledge and obvious pas-sion for this area.Breakfast, lunch, morning & afternoontea and a light evening meal are servedon board – these meals are speciallycatered for and not the usual ‘plastic’airline food.If seeing Lake Eyre is on your ‘bucket’list, now is a great time to do it. Spreadyour wings with Travel West and takethis captivating flight - check out theadvertisement in these pages. Call 1800654 541 and you will speak to eitherDebbie or Graham or you can email [email protected] for a promptreply. In next month’s newspaper issuewe will take a look at another of TravelWest’s outback tour options, whichinclude a 4WD tag-along, a 9 day airsafari and a VIP personalised 4WD trip.


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THE days of pets living outside are over with nearly90 per cent of Queensland residents giving their furryfriends free rein of the house, according to researchby NRMA Insurance.Dogs and cats may be best friends to many, but house-holds could be putting their pets and belongings atrisk by keeping their pets indoors, according to NRMAInsurance spokesperson Susan Hawkins.“We’ve seen some unfortunate cases where pets haveeither been injured or they’ve damaged items aroundthe home,” she said.“Keeping pets indoors is generally safe but, just aswe child-proof our homes, we should also take stepsto pet-proof them,” she said.

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Elanora Uniting Church Art Showcess of 400 entries. Theartists come from all agegroups, of course, but agreat many are “Seniors”,some of whom attend artclasses at Elanora UnitingChurch’s “Leisuretime”every Wednesday. Manyworks are for sale. Entryfees are modest, at $7.50per adult entry (minia-tures $5), and children’sonly $2. The Show openswith a gala “Arty Party”on Friday 4th May, at 7pm.There is a small charge forthis event ($10, exhibitingartists $5). This includeswine and cheese and alight homemade supper.Winners are announcedat the Party. The Showcontinues for the threedays of the long weekend,Saturday 5th – Monday 7th

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THE Gold CoastPhilharmonic Orchestrawill again play at theApril 25 ANZAC Dayceremony at RobinaCommunity Centre, withthe 60-member orchestra

A SENIORS Harmony Seminar, organised by CarersQueensland and Diversicare, Gold Coast, was heldrecently at the Southport Community Centre. A vari-ety of service providers were set up on the day, offer-ing free handouts as requested. Providers includedthe Qld Council of Grandparents (QCOG), with con-tact Maree Lubach 0414 871 664 happy to answerquestions; Gold Coast Institute of TAFE Adult Mi-grant English Program, with Vanessa Hogan 5581 8327on hand, and St John First Aid Solutions (GC) LifeLink, with Lynn Martin 5591 3911.

THE Gold Coast Library Society (Friends of the Li-brary) Inc. was formed in 1994. It is a volunteerorganisation which works to support the people ofthe Gold Coast through enhancement of the GoldCoast City library service.The Society is proud to operate on a different basisto other similar organisations elsewhere. The mainactivity of the Society is the sale to the public ofbooks that have been discarded by the libraries them-selves. The bookshop at Shop 22, Bayrose Plaza,Railway Street, Southport (next to the ‘Good Gear’op. shop) is open from 9.00am to 4.30pm from Mon-day to Friday and from 9.00am to 1.00pm each Satur-day. All kinds of books discarded by the 14 GoldCoast City Library branches are available from Easy

Seniors Harmony SeminarSeminar speakers came from areas that included Homeand Community Care, Allied Health, Nursing, In-HomeSupport, the Multicultural Communities Council GC,Transport, Home Maintenance, Tai Chi, LifeTec,Diversicare, the Migrant Centre Organisation, QldAged Care & Disability Advocacy Inc, Living WellMulticultural, Centrelink, Bowel Screening, BreastScreening, and Emergency Services. The Carer Advi-sory and Counselling Service can be reached on 1800242 636; visit Carers Queensland atwww.carersqld.asn.au. The Diversicare number is (07)3846 1099.visit http://www.diversicare.com.au. Councillor DawnCrichlow gave the opening presentation at the Se-niors Harmony Seminar.

GC Friends of the libraryReaders to Large Print. While some exceptional booksare individually priced most volumes can be fittedinto our famous $10.00 bags (Large Print bags arediscounted for Retirement homes at $7.00).Profits from the sale of the discarded books havesteadily increased and each year the Society has beenable to support the activities of the libraries on theGold Coast. For example the Friends are the majorsupporter of the Gold Coast Literati. We also sup-port the Libraries by providing luxuries such as morn-ing teas for the Older Adults Only program whichcannot be catered for within the Library budget.Please come and see the shop, buy lots of books (weneed to sell them as fast as the Libraries discard them),and meet our terrific and hard working volunteers.

Philharmonic to play on ANZAC Day at Robinaperforming hymns andanthems as well asfeature works during theceremony and wreathlaying. Start time is8.30am.Under the baton of

conductor Mark Turpin,the orchestra will thenpresent the programTribute at the samelocation but in theafternoon from 2.30pm.Developed by Mark,

Tribute will continue thetradition of a variety ofmusical styles. For thefirst time, the orchestrawill present a fullsymphony, Beethoven’s5th.A number of other well-known favourites, aswell as tributes, will alsobe included in theprogram. Complimentaryafternoon tea will beprovided at intervalwhen guests can mingleand chat with themusicians. A feature ofall Philharmonic Con-certs at Robina is freeentry for children under12, making the afternoonaffordable for families.For ticket informationcontact The Arts Centre

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THE Thursday Emerald Lakes Gourmet Food Marketis proving to be extremely popular with pensioners.Not only are shoppers appreciating the great sav-ings on offer for farm fresh fruit and vegetables, deli-cious desserts, breads, fish and meat, they also fancybeing able to delight in enjoying InternationalTakeaway Food whilst lounging back and taking inwonderful live music. Neighbours and friends areoften seen meeting up at the Market for a chat or acoffee and to just simply relax within the beautifulprecinct of Emerald Lakes. Visitors often liken thisMarket to the City Square Markets of Europe. A rangeof boutique apparel, arts ‘n’ craft and giftware is alsoavailable, whilst the freshly cut flower range is al-ways much in demand. The Market trades each andevery Thursday between 3pm and 7pm and is situa-tion in The Boulevard (next to Emmanuel College inBirmingham Road). Enq: Terri 0417 759 777 (Email:[email protected])

THE Award Winning mu-sical comedy still playingin London after 15yrs, hasa few structural changesin Neptune’s Communitypresentation. Chicago istale of greed, murder andtreachery features a daz-zling musical / dancingscore, and an exhilaratingscript. Neptune, as usualhave managed, to bringout the humour of thistheatre piece. We havecolour, glitz, glamour, anon-stage 12 piece JazzBand, and more than afew surprises! Set in the‘razzle-dazzle’ roaringtwenties, Chicago isbased on the true story ofmurderesses BeulahAnnan (Roxie) and BelvaGaertner (Velma) and writ-ten by reporter MaurineDallas Watkins, who wasassigned to cover the1924 trials. Both Annanand Gaertner were repre-sented by Lawyers LillianScott Stewart & W.W.

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26, 27 at 1.30pm. Theatrehas excellent disabled ac-cess, with assistance pro-vided.7 performances from May18-27th Tweed Civic & Cul-tural Centre Theatre –book now to avoiddissapointment. If youenjoyed Lola Montez,Desert Song, Annie, Jo-seph, Oklahoma! and Meand My Girl – you aregoing to love Chicago.

ROBINA Red Cross runs Chinese brush paintingclasses held on Wednesdays at the PresbyterianChurch hall, Cottosloe Drive, Robina. Instruction bya qualified teacher. For further information pleasephone Bev 5562 0668.

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idealised representationsof the female figure, andturned to women from di-verse socioeconomicbackgrounds, depictingthem in their family livesand domestic activities,as well as in the publicrealm as spectators, per-formers and workers.These fascinating draw-ings reveal French soci-ety undergoing a radicaltransformation.The exhibition isorganised by the Muséed’Orsay, Paris, in associa-tion with the QueenslandArt Gallery and Art Exhi-bitions Australia and hasbeen curated by IsabelleJulia, Curator in Charge,Department of GraphicArts, Musée d’Orsay.Admission fees apply.For more informationplease visit: http://qagoma.qld.gov.au/exhi-bit ions/coming_soon/modern_woman_daughters_and_lovers


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A one-off discounted outlay of $110.00 inc. GST gives you a (4cm x 6.5cm) sizedadvertisement - over 4 editions. Approximately 50 words.Post advertisements to:Property Section, Gold Coast/Tweed Seniors Newspaper,PO Box 1062, Tewantin. Qld. 4565by the 15th of each month.

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Runaway BayOver 50s Retirement Village

Small gated community, freehold, brick & tile stand alone 1 bdrm,screened sunroom, garage, with solar power. Recreation clubhousewith swimming pool, 2 motel style visitor rooms available. Adjacent tonature reserve & walking tracks, close to major shopping centres, bus

stop at front gate, quiet & peaceful garden setting.

$249,000 ONOPh: 5529 0586 or 0430 290 141

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Gold Coast Retirement Village,next to Pines Shopping Centre

Independent 2 bedroom airconditioned unit, modernkitchen and bathroom. Village includes pool, spa, tennis

court and daily activities.Will consider trade.

$295,000 - Private salePhone 0488 901 171 or 07 5536 2945

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AshmoreOver 50s Retirement Village

2 bdrm, freehold vacant unit. Lounge, large kitchen, dining &sunroom, view, sun all day.

Split aircon, ceiling fans, new dryer, garage.Full size bowling green, BBQ, swimming pool, restaurant & bar.

Close to shopping centres.

$368,000 ONOPh 3489 1549 or 0415 381 559

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Private SaleBest Buys 5 Star Over 50s Resort

between Brisbane and Gold Coast3 Bed - 2 bath - Walk in robe

- Aircon - Solar Electricity - Security Screens- Tiled elfresco and much more!

Close to public transport - Doctors - Shopping – POA.Phone: 0427 298 128 or 0427 341 533

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Sequana Retirement VillageOxenford / Tamborine Rd

2 bdrm, 2 bathroom. Built-ins, air-con, single lock upgarage - automatic. Fully secure complex - extremely friendly

residents. Local shops directly across road.Community Centre - large and new. Swimming pool.

$285,000 onoPh: Michelle 0419 791 914

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Private SaleOver 55s perimeter site, situated on the water.

2 bdrm + study, new carpet, vinyl & deck.Solar panels & carport takes 2 small cars. 3mins walk to

convenience store opposite Tweed River.Close to Tweed City, bowls and Services Club.

$180,000 NegContact Bruce 0417 985 099

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Over 50’s Resort Ormeau, QldUnique situation overlooking Resort gardens

.Comfortable/spacious, 26sqs, including huge, glass encl.verandah. Lounge/dining, large kitchen with aircon.2 Dble bedrooms, ens/bathroom, sep. toilet, study &laundry. Full solar power. Lock up garage & carport.

Cost: $325,000Phone: 07 5547 5852

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North Star Resort Hastings PointStunning 2 bdrm ensuite BIR, Norfolk M’factured home with ac,

solar panels, gas hot water, modern lge kitchen, lounge, dining rooms,laundry, sep toilet, lge shed, low maintenance garden, space for car &van in carport. Gable roof, bay windows, cathedral ceilings & quality

curtains & pelmets throughout. Walk to beach & estuary. Swimming/lappools, gym, sauna, hairdresser & masseuse onsite. Live the dream.

Price: $249,000Phone: 0421 686 310

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CoombabahOver 50s Village

2 bedroom house, aircon, ceiling fans,sep bathroom & toilet with hand rails & heaters.

Large shed and water tank. Sorry no pets.$160,000 Neg

Ph 07 5529 0939

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Runaway BayOver 50s Retirement Village

Small gated community, freehold/stand alone brick & tile, 2 bdrm, 2b’room, screened patio & single carport, air-cons (3), 1.5KW solarelectricity, low body corp fees. Modern recreation clubhouse with

heated swimming pool, 2 motel style visitor rooms avail.Adjacent to nature reserve & walking tracks, close to major shopping

centres, bus stop at front gate, quiet, peaceful garden setting.

$275,000 o.n.o.Ph 5529 0586 or 0415 751 340

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Chinderah – Tweed River BreezesSpacious 3 bdrm manufactured home well positionedoverlooking park within a m/factured home village at

Chinderah on Tweed River. Lge carport, free parking forcaravan, entertainment deck, modern kitchen, centralbathroom, insulation, fans, lge lounge + sewing room.

Close to bus stop, bowls clubs & shopping.

Bargain Buying at $165,000Ph 02 6619 1499

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Sam and Les6 ADAMANT: First man(Adam) and worker (ant)have fixed opinion (key)7 SHORTFALL: Deficit(shortfall) won’t drop toofar (short fall)8 LECTURERS: Off (ana-gram indicator) on a restcure with fifty (L) univer-sity teachers (key)14 ON PURPOSE: Work-ing (on) with intention(purpose), deliberately(key)15 CHARGES UP: Re-stores battery power(charges up) and puts onthe bill (charges up)18 SPRINGS: Leaps(springs) into the spas(springs)19 RECORDS: Discs(records) that criminalshave (records)20 CRIMSON: Deep red(key) masks (hidden indi-cator) on Pacific rimsongbirds23 YARNS: Tells tales(yarns) about threads(yarns)24 NOISE: Din (key) Imake with my no.se

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2 Duck around with the ingredients (5)3 She enjoyed an inner lustre (5)4 Don’t bring the cooked bread pudding to be tallied(5,2)5 Tastes the apple core between Sam and Les (7)6 First man and worker have fixed opinion (7)7 Deficit won’t drop too far (9)8 Off on a rest cure with fifty university teachers (9)14 Working with intention, deliberately (2,7)15 Restores battery power and puts on the bill (7,2)18 Leaps into the spas (7)19 Discs that criminals have (7)20 Deep red masks on Pacific rim songbirds (7)23 Tells tales about threads (5)24 Din I make with my nose (5)

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