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APRIL 2019 Regional News published by | Mackay Regional Council | © 2019 INSIDE | SARINA WOMEN’S WEEK | PAINT THE TOWN TEAL | WHAT’S ON AT YOUR LIBRARIES | LIVE AT THE MECC Sarina Sarina Neighbourhood Centre Sarina Neighbourhood Centre is a Mackay Regional Council service, which receives funding from the State Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disabilities through the Neighbourhood Centre’s Initiative. > facebook.com/sarinaneighbourhoodcentre Services available: • Information, advice and referral • Community information directories • Community newsletters and notice board • Sarina events calendar • Community education activities • Emergency relief funding Facilities available: • A meeting room for community members and groups to utilise during the centre’s operating hours • An office for visiting services to meet with clients during the centre’s operating hours • Centrelink access point for self services The Sarina Neighbourhood Centre is located next to Mackay Regional Council Client Services Centre, 65 Broad Street, Sarina. Phone: 4961 9290 or 4961 9283 Email: [email protected]
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APRIL 2019
Regional News published by | Mackay Regional Council | © 2019
INSIDE | SARINA WOMEN’S WEEK | PAINT THE TOWN TEAL | WHAT’S ON AT YOUR LIBRARIES | LIVE AT THE MECC
Sarina
Sarina Neighbourhood CentreSarina Neighbourhood Centre is a Mackay Regional Council service, which receives funding from the State
Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disabilities through the Neighbourhood Centre’s Initiative.
> facebook.com/sarinaneighbourhoodcentre
Services available: • Information, advice and referral• Community information directories• Community newsletters and notice board• Sarina events calendar • Community education activities
• Emergency relief funding
Facilities available:• A meeting room for community members
and groups to utilise during the centre’s operating hours• An office for visiting services to meet with clients
during the centre’s operating hours
• Centrelink access point for self services
The Sarina Neighbourhood Centre is located next to Mackay Regional Council Client Services Centre, 65 Broad Street, Sarina.
Phone: 4961 9290 or 4961 9283 Email: [email protected]
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Friday, March 8
Bookings can be made through the Sarina Neighbourhood Centre (4961 9283 or [email protected]). This event will also feature the presentation of the Sarina Women’s Week Awards and Mary Malone Perpetual Award.
Doors will open at 6pm. Tickets are $40 each or $300 for a table of eight.
Join us at the Bob Wood Cultural Hall for a night of fun and delicious food as we celebrate amazing women in our community.
Enjoy guest speakers, a delicious two-course dinner, live music from Three Way Crossing, a steam-punk-themed fashion parade, drink on arrival and lucky door prizes.
Sarina Womens WeekDinner and Awards
The Sarina Women’s Week Dinner was held at the Bob Wood Cultural Hall on Friday, March 8, 2019, to celebrate Queensland Women’s Week.
A wonderful evening of celebrations was shared with nearly 200 attendees including Mayor Greg Williamson, CEO of Mackay Regional Council Craig Doyle, Counsellors and women of the Sarina district who were nominated. The event was coordinated by the Mackay Regional Council Sarina Neighbourhood Centre with sponsorshop from Sarina Bendigo Community Bank, BHP Hay Point, Aurizon, Queensland State Government and Goodes Butchers. Cerfiticates were presented by Mayor Greg Williamson, Cr Karen May and narrated by Cr Fran Mann and Lou Harris from Aurizon.
Guests were entertained with a fashion parade of clothes from Steam Punk Time-Barb Davis.
Guest speakers were: > Melissa Johnson, General Manager, BHP Hay Point > Josie Dahtler, recent Sarina High School graduate and Bendigo Bank Employee > Teya Gibson, local business owner > Charmaine Matsen, Sarina Community Bendigo Bank Manager
All of the 22 nominations received were considered for the Mary Malone Memorial Award. This annual award, donated by Mary’s daughters Ann Hand and Michelle Cameron, was introduced in 2017 in recognition of the contributions made by Mary Malone to the Sarina district community.
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Mayor Greg Williamson presented the Mary Malone Memorial trophy to the well-deserved 2019 recipient Dianne Barnett.
Entertainment was provided by the wonderful and talented band Three Way Crossing, which kept everyone moving on the dance floor during the evening.
A massive thank you to our photographer’s Royce Bishop and Donna West, which captured the night beautifully through their photography. The Bob Wood Cultural Hall was decorated by Linda McInnes from Florella Flowers. A big thank you to Ange Julian who once again donated her valuable time to MC the event. Thank you also to the Sarina RSL for catering the event and for running the bar with the assistance of the Sarina Lions Club.
Friday, March 8
Bookings can be made through the Sarina Neighbourhood Centre (4961 9283 or [email protected]). This event will also feature the presentation of the Sarina Women’s Week Awards and Mary Malone Perpetual Award.
Doors will open at 6pm. Tickets are $40 each or $300 for a table of eight.
Join us at the Bob Wood Cultural Hall for a night of fun and delicious food as we celebrate amazing women in our community.
Enjoy guest speakers, a delicious two-course dinner, live music from Three Way Crossing, a steam-punk-themed fashion parade, drink on arrival and lucky door prizes.
Sarina Womens WeekDinner and Awards
Friday, March 8
Bookings can be made through the Sarina Neighbourhood Centre (4961 9283 or [email protected]). This event will also feature the presentation of the Sarina Women’s Week Awards and Mary Malone Perpetual Award.
Doors will open at 6pm. Tickets are $40 each or $300 for a table of eight.
Join us at the Bob Wood Cultural Hall for a night of fun and delicious food as we celebrate amazing women in our community.
Enjoy guest speakers, a delicious two-course dinner, live music from Three Way Crossing, a steam-punk-themed fashion parade, drink on arrival and lucky door prizes.
Sarina Womens WeekDinner and Awards
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For immediate and confidential support regarding your financial
concerns, contact the National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007.
www.ndh.org.au
This program is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services
People from all walks of life can find themselves with money problems. Financial counsellors are non-judgmental, qualified professionals who provide information, support and advocacy to people in financial difficulty. Our service is free, independent and confidential. You can talk to us about these topics-
Credit
Bankruptcy
Debt collection
Concession options
Industry financial hardship practices
Budgeting
How can we assist you?
Informing you of your rights and responsibilities relating to credit and debt collection.
Assisting and empowering you with negotiations with creditors.
Supporting you to access information on the various ombudsman services.
Provide you with information about where to seek legal support.
Tailored group financial education sessions.
Financial Counselling
SARINA Monday only
Sarina Neighbourhood Centre
Call to make an appointment
Ph: 4957 2626
Bookings essential.
Mackay Shifts
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DAY SERVICE TIME
MONDAYSarina Neighbourhood
Centre9am - 11am
TUESDAY Salvation Army Mackay 10am - 12noon
TUESDAYLendlease Canelands
Central6pm - 8pm
WEDNESDAY CASA 9am - 11am
WEDNESDAY Anglicare 6pm - 8pm
THURSDAY New Life Church 9am - 11am
FRIDAY SVDP Juliet Church 9am - 11am
SUNDAY ADRA 10am -12noon
SUNDAYLendlease Canelands
Central4pm - 6pm
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Queensland Country Women’s Association - Sarina Branch, Brewers
Road
Open Days - 10am – 2pm: > Friday, March 22 & Saturday, March 23 > Friday, March 29 & Saturday, March 30
> Friday, April 5 & Saturday, April 6 > Friday, April 23 & Saturday, April 13
Crafts, workshops, bric-a-brac, tea & coffee,
cakes & slices, james & chutneys. Support the Public Rural Crisis Fund.
QCWA has distributed over $7,991,734 to over 3451 applicants
Cuppa @ Park catch up
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On behalf of Soroptimist International of Mackay we would like to sincerely thank all of our supporters of our Annual Ovarian Cancer “Paint the Town Teal” on February 24, 2019. What a great day was had by all, with over 100 women and men at our annual Ovarian Cancer Afternoon Teal event. We were supported by Dr Bill Boyd (Gynaecologist), Dr Zia Ansari (Oncologist), Dr Elissa Hatherly (GP) and Jacquie Camilleri (Volunteer for Trudy Crowley Ovarian Cancer Foundation) and Emcee Mikki Boyd).
Heaps of great snap raffle prizes were scooped up by those supporting us on the day, a lovely afternoon tea was enjoyed by all, as well as some sampling our new addition to the day Teal Hope and Teal Strength Mock and cocktails and we were entertained with soothing singing by part of Stage 5.
We are proud to inform you that the afternoon raised $4,300 for Ovarian Cancer Australia. Check out our Facebook page - Soroptimist International Mackay for photos and information.
Date claimer for our 2020 annual event:
Sunday, February 23, 2020 Mark your calendar and don’t miss out on a great afternoon!
> Website: www.siswp.org/club-finder/98-mackay-inc.html > Blog: https://sinorthqueensland.blogspot.com > Facebook: www.facebook.com/Soroptimist-International-Mackay-15029177466167
Soroptimists inspire action and create opportunities to transform the lives of women and girls through a global network of members and international partnerships.
Soroptimists International is actively recruiting new members.
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Why should I contact?
We will become part of your journey as you and your family, friends and carers work your way through the maze of information and support services. You will be supported by local woman who have also faced the diagnosis of gynaecological cancers.
How do we make contact with the group? It can be as simple as a phone call. Contact one of the women below or attend a meeting. For more information, contact Below the Belt Gynaecologival Cancer Support Group
Jenny: 04 4942 1712 Wendy: [email protected]
Facebook @Below the Belt Support Group
Our Mission: No woman with gynaecological cancer walks alone in the Mackay district.
“We all have our own story - Believe in it”
Proudly supported by Soroptimist International of Mackay
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> Toddler Time Mondays from 9.30am - 10am Toddler Time encourages language development and social interaction for toddlers to two-and-a-half-years. The session features nursery rhymes, finger plays, action songs and a story. Children learn best from the important people around them.
> Baby Bounce Tuesdays from 9.30am – 10am Baby Bounce promotes language development in babies from birth to walking. The session features nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs and stories. It’s never too early to talk, read and tell stories with your child. A Child Health Nurse from Mackay Hospital and Health Services will be attending fortnightly to weigh and measure babies.
> Storytime Wednesdays from 10am - 11am A program of stories, nursery rhymes, finger plays and songs for children aged 2 – 5 years. Sessions encourage a child’s love of books.
> National Youth Week Monday, April 8, 2pm - 3.30pm (12-18yrs) Sarina Library It’s National Youth Week and we’re playing in the dirt! Libraries have teamed up with the clever people from the council’s Parks & Environment team so we can play with seed bombs, identify weeds, and chat about careers in the great outdoors! Bookings required.
> Easter crafts Friday, April 12, 10am - 11am (prep - year 6) Hop in to your local library and have fun creating fantastic Easter crafts! Bookings required.
> Discover IT Wednesday, April 3, 2pm - 3.30pm - Internet Wednesday, April 17, 2pm - 3.30pm - MS Office Sarina Library Bookings essential. Hands-on, practical classes in a relaxed environment.
What’s on at Sarina Library?
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Kids’ Day at the MECC Saturday, April 13, 9am & 2pm MECC Plenary Halls Be welcomed through the doors by Australia’s Prince of Circus and Physical Comedy, Dandyman, and immerse yourself into the wonderful world of performing arts. Take a trip in a giant time machine and travel back to the era of dinosaurs. Sit back and relax, enjoy a snack box and a movie - Rumpelstiltskin filmed live on stage! Make your own marvellous, glowing puppets. Or let Guru Dudu take you on a silent disco tour through the secret corners of the MEC. Kids Day at the MECC is not just a show, but an experience – we will see you there!
Charley Pride - 50 Years of Pride Friday, April 5, 7.30pm Saturday, April 6, 7.30pm MECC Plenary Halls Charley Pride is one of the biggest selling country music artists of all time. He has sold an incredible 70 million albums, including 31 gold and 4 platinum albums – as well as one that achieved quadruple platinum status. On RCA Records Charley Pride is second in sales only to Elvis Presley. This incredible legacy is a powerful reminder that ‘The Pride of Country Music’ remains one of the great legends in popular music - and that he is still going strong. Fans can expect to see him perform his many greatest hits, along with live and personal favourites, in what is sure to be the country music concert event of the year.
Tommy Emmanuel Plus Very Special Guest Jerry Douglas Sunday, April 14, 7.30pm MECC Auditorium Australia’s internationally acclaimed acoustic guitar icon Tommy Emmanuel CGP returns to Australia, and has combined a special 30th anniversary appearance at the Bluesfest in Byron Bay with select capital city performances plus some rare regional shows. Tommy brings the power and dynamism of a full band to his solo acoustic playing, with incredible charisma, stunning speed and dexterity and unerring command of melody. Tommy’s message is pure love for the guitar and the music and his delight in sharing it with the world.
See it live at the MECC
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Event calendarThe Sarina events calendar is displayed at the front of the Sarina Neighbourhood Centre.
To have your event/activity added, contact the Sarina Neighbourhood Centre: 4961 9283 or email [email protected] alternatively [email protected]
April 2 Maternal Health Nurse Visit @ Baby Bounce Sessions 9.30am - 10am @ Sarina Library, 65 Broad Street, Sarina. Have a chat, weigh and measure your baby at some of our Baby Bounce Sessions
April 3 Discover IT - Internet 2pm - 3.30pm @ Sarina Library Bookings are essential. Hands-on, practical classes in a relaxed environment. Bookings can be made on Eventbrite https://bit.ly/2yfml6J
April 5 Bingo and morning tea hosted by the RSL Ladies Auxillary 9.30am - 11.30am @ Sarina RSL, 34 Central Street, Sarina Cost $5
April 8 National Youth Week and we’re playing in the dirt! (12-18yrs) 2pm - 3.30pm @ Sarina Library, 65 Broad Street, Sarina. *Bookings are essential. Libraries have teamed up with the clever people from the council’s Parks & Environment team, so we can play with seed bombs, identify weeds, and chat about careers in the great outdoors! Bookings can be made on Eventbrite https://bit.ly/2yfml6J
April 12 Easter crafts 10am - 11am @ Sarina Library, 65 Broad Street, Sarina. Hop into your local library and have fun creating fantastic Easter crafts! Ages (Prep - Year six). Bookings can be made on Eventbrite
April 17 Discover IT - MS Office 2pm - 3.30pm @ Sarina Library, 65 Broad Street, Sarina. Hop into your local library and have fun creating fantastic Easter crafts! Hands-on, practical classes in a relaxed environment. Bookings can be made on Eventbrite
April 25 Anzac Day Parades
April 28 Sarina Showground Markets 7am - noon @ Sarina Showgrounds, 91238 Bruce Highway, Sarina
Date Claimer: Sarina Fibre Arts Group Inc. presents ‘One Day Quilt and Craft Display’ @ Creative Cottage, 36-38 Lee Street Sarina. Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 9:00am – 4:00pm. Quilts and other Crafts on Display, Raffle Quilt, Handmade Bags raffled throughout the Day.
Sarina Beach Progress Giant Garage Sale at Sarina Beach and Campwin Beaches Sunday, May 19, 2019 from 7:30am.
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Sarina District weekly activities calendar Mondays8am - noon Sarina Men’s Shed @ 40 Lee St Sarina9am - 11.30am Orange Sky Laundry & Shower Service @ Sarina Neighbourhood carpark9.30am - 10am Toddler Time @ Sarina Library (during School Term) 3.30pm - 5pm Junior Tennis Hot Shot Fixtures @ Hoey Street Tennis Courts (during school term)
Tuesdays8.45am - 9.30am Aqua Session @ Sarina Swim Centre, Anzac Street, Sarina 9am - 2pm Sarina Museum Open-Entry is FREE @ Sarina Railway Square9.30am - 10am Baby Bounce at Sarina Library (during School Term)10am Cuppa at The Park @ Apex Park Sarina6pm ‘Sign It Out’ Sarina Community Choir @ St Michael’s Hall Range Road Sarina 7pm - 9pm Tuesday Night Mixed Team Tennis Fixtures @ Hoey St Tennis Courts
Wednesdays6.30am Aqua Session @ Sarina Swim Centre, Anzac Street, Sarina 8am - noon Sarina Men’s Shed at 40 Lee St Sarina9am QCWA Social/Craft/Sewing Morning (1st, 2nd, & 4th Wednesday of the month) at QCWA Hall9am QCWA Hoy & Mini Cent Sale (3rd Wednesday of the month) at QCWA Hall9am - noon Sarina Fibre Arts at Creative Cottage Lee St Sarina9am - noon Sarina Landcare Catchment Management Association Volunteer Morning at SLCMA Nursery9am - 2pm Sarina Museum Open-Entry is FREE @ Sarina Railway Square10am - 11am Storytime for under 5 years at Sarina Library (during School Term)3.15pm - 4.15pm Sarina Tennis Junior Coaching at Hoey St Tennis Courts (during School Term)
Thursdays8.45am - 9.30am Aqua Session @ Sarina Swim Centre, Anzac Street, Sarina9am - 11am Ladies Tennis Fixtures at Hoey St Courts (during school term)10.30am -12.30pm Sarina Women’s Group at The Field of Dreams, Railway Square, Sarina5.30pm - 6.15pm Aqua Session @ Sarina Swim Centre, Anzac Street, Sarina7pm Thursday Night Bingo-Progressive Jackpot at Sarina RSL
Fridays6.30am Aqua Session @ Sarina Swim Centre, Anzac Street, Sarina9.30am - 11.30am FACE Up on Fridays at St Luke’s Anglican Church Hall (during School Term)3.30pm - 4.30pm Junior Tennis Hot Shot Fixtures @ Hoey Street Tennis Courts
Saturdays8am - noon Sarina Men’s Shed at 40 Lee St Sarina9am - noon Sarina Fibre Arts at Creative Cottage Lee St Sarina2pm - 4pm Sarina Tennis Saturday afternoon double fixtures @ Hoey St Tennis Courts (during School Term)
Sundays9am Sunday Kids Club at Sarina Wesleyan Methodist Church (during School Term)
