5 You’re Invited - Authentic Church & Food Outlet – Ormeau Looking for a welcoming, family-friendly place to connect, grow, and be part of community? Authentic Church invites you to join us every Sunday at 5:00pm for a vibrant service at 127 Lahrs Road, Ormeau. Our gatherings are relaxed, uplifting, and designed for the whole family, with kids and youth programs running alongside the service. Whether you’ve been to church many times or it’s your first time, you’ll find a friendly environment where you can feel at home. Alongside our church services, we’re also committed to serving the wider community through our Authentic Food Outlet. Open Tuesday to Friday from 9:00am – 1:30pm, and Saturdays from 8:00am – 12:30pm, the outlet offers discounted groceries to help stretch your budget further. You’ll find a wide range of items at affordable prices, making it easier to provide for your family while also supporting a great local cause. Whether you’re stopping in to shop or joining us for worship, we’d love to meet you. Authentic Church exists to make a real difference in people’s lives, and we’d be honoured to welcome you into our growing community. Find out more at www.authenticchurch.com.au see advert front cover your home, your story BUY SELL MANAGE | | 77 Gawain Dr, Ormeau | $965,000 41 Bedivere Dr, Ormeau | $895,000 27 Dalby St, Holmview | $765,000 8 Woodland Ct, Ormeau | $880,000 4/94 Woodland Blvd, Waterford | $690,000 Recently Sold 3 Santley St, Mount Gravatt | $1,350 per week Recently Leased 20 Adelaide Cres, Ormeau Hills 84 Flora Tce, Pimpama For Sale Jordan Saini 0401 480 971 Manpreet Saini 0434 217 517 We are located: Shop 4B, 19 Peachey Road, Ormeau Swell Sculpture Festival Returns to Currumbin The iconic Swell Sculpture Festival returns to Currumbin Beach transforming the stunning coastal strip into a vibrant open-air gallery from 12 to 21 September. The festival will showcase more than 60 large-scale contemporary sculptures by artists from Australia and around the world. Now in its 23rd year, Swell has become one of Queensland’s most anticipated cultural events—and the best part is, it’s completely free to attend. Set against the backdrop of rolling surf and golden sand, Swell invites visitors to immerse themselves in thought-provoking and often playful artworks, each one telling its own story. Beyond the beach, the festival extends into Wallace Nicoll Park with a dynamic program of live music, comedy, artist talks, and creative workshops as part of the Swell Fringe. Throughout the week, twilight guided walks provide deeper insight into the meaning and craftsmanship behind each sculpture, while hands-on masterclasses—such as clay modelling and paint-and-sip sessions—offer the chance to get creative yourself. Families will also find plenty to enjoy, with a dedicated Swell Kids area offering interactive workshops and storytelling sessions designed to inspire young imaginations. The festival’s smaller-scale exhibitions, including the “Swell Smalls Gallery,” give visitors an opportunity to explore art in more intimate formats, and even purchase a piece to take home. Currumbin’s location makes it easy to access via public transport, with parking available at nearby Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and a convenient park-and-ride shuttle running during festival hours. The entire beachfront pathway is wheelchair and pram-friendly, ensuring everyone can enjoy the experience. From sunrise strolls to sunset viewings, the Swell Sculpture Festival offers a unique blend of creativity, community, and connection. It’s more than just an art event—it’s a celebration of the Gold Coast’s natural beauty and cultural heart. Whether you’re there to admire, reflect, learn, or simply wander, Swell invites you to see the world—and the beach—through a new lens. In 2025, don’t just go to the beach. Go to Swell. Let the art move you. | www.swellsculpture.com.au Do something special. Give blood. Call 13 14 95 download the app or donateblood.com.au
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