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11 Use it or Lose It! 3 Bulk Billed Eye Tests 3 Most Health Funds Accepted 3 External Prescriptions Welcome PARIS MIKI OPTICAL Shop 18, 12 Sir John Overall Drive, Helensvale Plaza Phone 5580 5010 | www.paris-miki.com.au Book your appointment today! If you haven’t visited your optometrist this year and are among the nearly 55% of people with private health insurance, now is the perfect time to schedule an eye check-up. Many private health fund benefits expire at the end of December, so this is your chance to take full advantage of your coverage before it’s too late. You've been paying premiums all year, so why not make the most of the optical benefits your health fund offers? Now is an ideal time to prioritise your eye health. Most health funds don’t allow you to carry over unused benefits from year to year. Once January 1 arrives, any benefits you didn’t use the previous year will expire. Regular eye exams are crucial, as your prescription may change over time. As we age, our eyes become more susceptible to conditions like presbyopia, cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Early detection is key to timely treatment. See More Clearly If you haven't updated your prescription in a while, you might be amazed by how much lens technology has advanced. Lenses today are thinner, lighter, and available with a range of coatings. In addition to improving your vision, modern lenses can be tailored to your specific needs. Many feature antireflective and scratch-resistant coatings, as well as options that reduce harmful UV exposure, block blue light from screens, or transition from clear to dark when exposed to sunlight. How to Use Your Rebate There are plenty of ways to use your health fund rebate. Why not invest in an extra pair of reading glasses for home? No more searching the living room for your misplaced pair! Or consider prescription sports glasses. Your private health insurance may also cover a variety of eye care services and "no gap" frames. Paris Miki Helensvale accepts all health funds, so book your appointment and make the most of your benefits. Paris Miki Optical’s Store Manager Michael has over 32 year’s experience as a qualified Optical technician and has been working in the area for over 24 years. There is an onsite workshop for quicker spectacle making, so you don’t have to be without your own frames for weeks if we are using your own frame for new lenses; repairs can be done onsite and same day service is available on in store stock lenses. Maximise Your Health Cover Don’t kiss your optical benefits goodbye! Single vision prescription tinted sunglasses *conditions apply see instore Don’t forget to use your Optical Benefit before 31st December $149* from
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His tail may have a little bend, but we think it’s just his way of standing out – like nature gave him a tiny exclamation point because he’s that lovable! If you’re looking for a kindhearted companion with a little quirk and a lot of love to give, come meet Nobby. He’s sweet, snuggly, and already saving you a spot on the couch. Julie Animal ID:143624 | Greyhound Female | 6Yr 8M | Large | Fawn Meet Julie – you’re new best friend! Julie is all things lovely and she’s looking for her forever home. Julie needs to be the only pet in the home, she’s determined that the spotlight is all hers. Julie is toilet trained, walks well on lead and is very cruisy, making her a lovely companion. She dreams of a yard big enough to sniff, explore and stretch her legs along with indoor access to snooze the days away. Julie has a specialised adoption process so come on down and say hello – our team will be able to assist you! Nobby, Julie and more wonderful pets are waiting to meet you at AWL Coombabah on Shelter Road, Coombabah. Community Notices FREE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT, SPORTING & COMMUNITY GROUPS email your notice to info@localnewsletters.com • Deadline 26 November for next issue SIP N SUP CLUB – GOLD COAST Meets every three weeks at a great restaurant around the Gold Coast. All men welcome for beer, wine and food. We critique restaurants, have guest speakers but most of all we have a lot of fun. Generally Thursday afternoons, however, some evening events. 16 meetings per year. More info on Facebook and search for @sipnsupgc and/or phone Ron, our Club President on 0419 642 225. E: sipnsupgc@gmail.com HELENSVALE BRIDGE CLUB INC. meet in the North Hall Helensvale Community Centre, 31 Discovery Drive, Helensvale on Mondays and Wednesdays weekly. Arrival times are: Monday 10.45am play commencing at 11.15am; Wednesday 10.45am play commencing at 11am. Call Denise 0413 068 440 or Daphne 0477 005 074 http://helensvale.bridgeaustralia.org GOLD COAST SUCCULENT & BROMELIAD SOCIETY - meet 4th Saturday of every month, Helensvale Community Centre, South Hall, 31-33 Discovery Dr, Helensvale.Doors open at 11:30am for Plant Sales, meeting begins at 12:30. We’re a fun non-profit dedicated to all things Succulents and Bromeliads! We bring people together with monthly meetings featuring awesome guest speakers. Learn about growing and caring for these fascinating plants. Join us for plant displays, sales, nursery visits, bus trips, and garden tours. We also welcome new membership applications. Info www.gcsbs.au, and a FB group page at www.facebook.com/groups/GCSBS/. PROBUS CLUB HOPE ISLAND meets every third Wednesday of the month at 9.30am at Club Helensvale, Discovery Drive, Helensvale for fun and fellowship in retirement. We are a friendly, mixed club and welcome visitors to join us for the range of activities we provide. Contact Denise on email denise.gosling90@gmail.com RUNAWAY BAY VIEW CLUB meets for lunch with interesting speakers at the Parkwood Tavern on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 11.30amd and holds regular social functions. VIEW stands for Voice, Interests and Education for Women. New members are always welcome. If you are interested in meeting other women whilst helping to raise money for The Smith Family Learning for Life students contact Julie on 0410416725 and leave a message. SEW CRAZY QUILTERS INC. Meet every Thursday morning from 9.30am to 1.00pm at the Community Centre Discovery Drive, Helensvale. Wide variety of sewing interests among our members, including Quilting, Patchwork, embroidery, machine embroidery and art quilts. Come along and meet like minded crafters, feel free to bring either handwork or your machine. You can work on your own projects, or get involved in some Charity Sewing. There’s always something interesting going on. Please call our President Lynne for more info. 0407 941711 HELENSVALE SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB INC. is open Tuesday to Friday and welcomes people over 50 who would like to join in our various activities or simply come in for a cuppa and a chat. We offer a full programme of activities including Pool, Table Tennis, Tai Chi, Mah Jong and various card and board games as well as bus trips and outings to places of interest. Ros 0418 1651 75. HELENSVALE LIONS CLUB – meetings on 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the Month at Club Helensvale (28 Discovery Dr, Helensvale), with friendly members supporting the local community. Visitors are welcome to come to a dinner meeting on 1st Tuesday of the Month to meet our members. PH 0416877545/helensvale.qld@lions.org.au GOLD COAST WRITERS’ ASSOCIATION supports and encourages writers from all genres, age groups, and levels of experience, to grow, learn, and excel in their craft. Our events and workshops offer the opportunity to connect and share with like-minded people in a relaxed environment. We welcome writers and readers to network, engage, share learning experiences, and connect with a wider audience on the third Saturday of each month between 12-3pm. E: gcwa.publicitycoordinator@ gmail.com | www.goldcoastwriters.org HELENSVALE PROBUS CLUB is a mixed club of friendly retirees. We meet at Helensvale Seniors Club, 37 Discovery Drive, Helensvale, at 10 AM on the second Friday of each month (except December and January). Visitors are welcome to join us at our meetings or on our outings and activities. email at helensvaleprobusclub@ gmail.com or Kay by PH: on 0478 095 802. Check www. probussouthpacific.org/microsites/helensvale OXENFORD COOMERA VIEW CLUB - Raising Funds for The Smith Family Learning for Life Students. Meetings held on the 3rd Friday of the month at the Oxenford Tavern with Lunch and interesting speakers. Social Events are held on the 1st Friday of the month. Call Susan on 0448120091. OPERA LOVERS meet at the Dendy Cinema, Southport, from February to December, last Sunday of the month to view and discuss opera productions from around the world. Convenient tram connection. For info: friendsofoperainc.org or phone Ann 0434 915224, Sonia 0402984133 or Robert 0427 795570. Tea & coffee provided in a friendly and convivial atmosphere. All welcome! SOUTHPORT MILITARY MUSEUM opens first Sunday of every month from Feb to Dec, 9am-12pm except Father’s Day. Museum located Qld Naval Brigade Drill Hall, Owen Park, 210 Queen St, Southport, next to Southport Primary School. Entry and parking is free. Contact Noel 0437732575. RED CROSS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS! Do you have some spare time? Make a meaningful difference in your community by becoming a Red Cross volunteer. You can help by: • Delivering Telecross or TeleCHAT phone support programs • Conducting home visits to elderly members of the community. Call 1300 559 992 or visit redcross.org.au/agedcarevolunteer JIGSAW PUZZLES FREE to Over 50s. PH: 55329866. Southport.
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