June 16, 2013
Hoop Running for Health
Come to the Wynnum Croquet Club and join us for a fun filled 
day of activity to support the Australian Red Cross.
* Run 6 hoops and peg
* Enjoy refreshments
* Raise money for Red Cross
The challenge is on to gather together the most clubs and players at one location on one day and that location is the Wynumm Croquet Club.
When: 16th June 2013 Start: 10 am
Where: Kitchener Park, Colina Street, Wynnum, Qld 4178
Contact: Noela 07 3824 8072 or Karen 0431 209 458
Cost: $5.00 per person
Sausage Sizzle: $2.00
Proudly supported by Medibank Community Fund
Men’s Shed Australia
Men’s Shed Australia proudly presents as part of National Men’s health week – Celebrating Men on the 16th June 2013
Promoting mens physical and mental wellbeing in the Tweed. Raffles, Prizes & Showbags, Painting & Art, Healthy Eating, live bands and dance, HEAPS OF BLOKES, lots of tools
Come along and help us celebrate all things men.
Where: South Tweed community Hall, Cnr. Heffron Street & Minjungbal Drive, South Tweed
When: Sunday 16th June Time: 9.30 am till 3pm
Contact: John 0423 462 992 or visit: www.facebook.com/pages/celebratingmen-in-tweed-2013
Proudly sponsored by www.livingwellpsychology.com.au
June 14, 2013
Redlands Community Connections Forum
Redland City Council invites you to the Redlands Community Connections Forum
Building strong communities in transformative times. A not-to-be-missed event for all community service professionals, board members and community workers, government department and agency staff and businesses with an interest in local community solutions.
When: Friday 14 June 2013
Where: Redland Performing Arts Centre, Concert Hall, 2–16 Middle Street, Cleveland
Time: 8:30am–1pm
Cost: Free, registration essential
Key note speaker Peter Kenyon will discuss building strong, inclusive and enterprising communities in transformative times. Peter Kenyon is a renowned social capitalist and community enthusiast. Peter has worked with 1000 communities and authored 16 publications within the fields of community and economic development, youth policy development and youth enterprise.
More information and registration: Ph 3829 8466 or email matt.whalan@redland.qld.gov.au
Registration required by 10 June.
Showcase and panel discussion – social enterprise and strategic partnerships.
• Richard Warner – Nundah Community Enterprise Cooperative
• Sharyn Casey – ACCESS Community Services Ltd
• Ken Houliston – The Spot Community Services Ltd
Networking lunch and performance by local band Raise the Bar.
Fundraiser at Bunnings
Job Centre Australia are holding a Fundraising Sausage sizzle at Bunnings Hardware,
Wecker Road, Mansfield on June 14th, ” We are calling on everyone I know to come down and grab a snag“.
Contact : 07 3349 7407
June 5, 2013
‘Legal and Lifestyle Information Day for Family Carers of People Living with Dementia’
Cross Border Dementia Services Group invite you to their forum
Dr. Mohammed Khateeb – ‘Capacity – When it’s time to take the reins’
- Specialist in General Medicine and Geriatrics (Health Care of the Elderly), also Nursing Home Consultant and Dementia Expert
Christine Vannucci – (Alzheimer’s Australia NSW) ‘Living with Dementia, How the Environment, Technology and You can Help’
- As dementia progresses, difficulties can arise with independent, safety, security and quality of life. This program was developed to show how the environment, technology and you can assist a person living with dementia.
Alzheimer’s Australia Qld – ‘Your Brain Matters’
- Your Brain Matters is Alzheimer’s Australia’s brain health program, designed to help Australians live a brain healthy life.
Where: Kirra Hill Community & Cultural Centre
1 Garrick Street (Cnr Garrick St & Powell Crs) Coolangatta, 4225
When: Wednesday – June 5th 2013 Start: 9.45am Finish: 2.00pm
Morning Tea & Lunch Included
Bookings Essential 1800 052 222 RSVP: 24th May 2013
May 31, 2013
Intro to Augmentative & Alternative Communication
This one day Introduction to Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Mamre Consumers who interact with people who have a need for non spoken methods of communication and use of technology including iPad and Voice Output Communication Aids.
May 27, 2013
Positive Ageing Journey Event
Join in on the fun and learn about how to maintain an active, healthy, connected and informed lifestyle at the 2013 Positive Ageing Journey Event and Expo.
The Positive Ageing Journey Event is being held on Monday 27th May 2013, from 9am, at the Kedron Wavell Services Club located at Chermside. Cost per person is $20 and this covers morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.
The Positive Ageing Journey is an interactive and fun education event aimed at baby boomers and beyond! The emphasis throughout the day will be about positive approaches to ageing and helping people to continue to remain active, inspired and healthy. This day of educational seminars and thought-provoking presentations aims to offer attendees insights into getting the most out of life and will include topics as diverse as;
*staying connected and safe using online social media
*cooking and nutrition demonstration
*gardening advice
*maintaining active/healthy lifestyles
*maintaining an creative and healthy mind
*active ageing, active learning
*taking control of your life events and many more.
Ms Noeline Brown, Ambassador for Ageing will be providing the opening keynote presentation. Other highlights of the program will include a presentation provided by Jerry Coleby-Williams, presenter on Gardening Australia, ABC TV and a cooking and nutrition demonstration by Chef Glen Barratt, Head Chef at Restaurant II.
For more information and details about registering to attend please contact LifeTec on 1300 885 886.
May 23, 2013
Daily Living Expo
Australia’s foremost Exhibition for Rehabilitation and Aged Care Equipment
Assistive Technology Suppliers Australiasa
INVITE YOU TO ATTEND THE DAILY LIVING EXPO
• More than 50 exhibiting companies
• Dynamic Clinical Program with international speakers
• FREE Parking
• Opening hours 9am
FREE ENTRY TO THE PUBLIC
When: 23 May 2013
Where: Sheldon Conference & Entertainment Centre, Redlands, Brisbane
Visit www.dailylivingexpo.com.au or phone 1300 789 845
May 18, 2013
THE COMMUNITY GAMES
THE COMMUNITY GAMES
LOGAN’S KEY NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK EVENT
CAN YOUR TEAM BEAT LAST YEARS WINNER
CRESTMEAD 40+ CLUB AND TAKE HOME THE GOLD?
The Community Games thanks Logan’s volunteers for their generous support. Volunteers are the core of our community and we believe they should be recognised and respected.
Join us for an interesting day of games for all abilities: SIDE SHOW ALLEY face painting MINUTE TO WIN IT
TEAM PHOTOS, JUG FILL WHEEL OF STEEL, games! FUN FUN FUN THE COMMUNITY’S GOT TALENT
Take part in these entertaining challenges, designed for everyone to enjoy. Bring along your team + family and friends.
This event could not happen without your support. To each and every nonprofit, community group and volunteer – we highly appreciate your participation.
BOOK YOUR TEAMS PLACE BY WEDNESDAY 8 MAY 2013
Contact Volunteering Qld’s Logan Coordinator, Lindel Walters, on (07) 3133 4658 or lindel.walters@volunteeringqld.org.au
“We were buzzing with the thrill of winning the trophy last year, it was a surprise and quite exhilirating. This is an outstanding event, and it’s wonderful to see participation from Logan’s volunteers.”
Robin Gallen, President, Crestmead 40+ Club. VOLUNTEERING QLD proudly presents on Saturday 18th May 2013 at 10 AM – 2 PM at the Loganlea Community Centre, 18-32 Timms St, Crestmead.
NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK is an opportunity to highlight the role of volunteers in our communities and to say thanks to 1.2 million Queenslanders who volunteer.
SUPPORTED BY REGISTERED VOLUNTEERS
RECEIVE FREE LUNCH, TEA, COFFEE + A GOODY BAG. REGISTER TODAY.
STALLHOLDERS WELCOME PROMOTE YOUR CAUSE / ORGANISATION.
May 15, 2013
Tertiary Education Experience Teacher Professional Development Day
The Tertiary Education Experience (TEE) Teacher Professional Development Program is for teachers and school staff who work with students with disabilities.The program aims:
* to highlight issues that students with a disability may face when moving from school to the higher education sector
* to provide an opportunity to network with other teachers and university staff.
170 Kessels Road, Nathan Qld
Please contact Ellen Reid for registration form on (07) 3382 1159 or email: e.reid@griffith.edu.au
