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2 RIVERMOUNT COLLEGE Join our community in 2024 Rivermount College provides an ideal learning environment where all students from Kindergarten to Year 12 are encouraged to realise their full potential. Our students belong to a vibrant, supportive and inclusive community that fosters a genuine love of learning through an innovative and dynamic curriculum. Our academic program is complemented by a myriad of cocurricular opportunities designed to extend learning beyond the classroom. Students are able to participate in a range of traditional and specialist subjects including music, sport, and our creative STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths) curriculum designed to inspire students to embrace emerging technologies and prepare for an exciting future. As a non-denominational, co-educational Christian College, we offer a values-based education that builds a solid and holistic foundation for our students through a balance of academic, sporting, cultural and social opportunities. Our students are encouraged to develop into creative and flexible learners with a strong sense of respect and responsibility for themselves, others and their environment. Located on the banks of the picturesque Albert River at Yatala, Rivermount College provides students with a truly unique and beautiful learning environment. Our modern learning facilities are nestled amidst a natural landscape that offers a tranquil space for students to pursue their educational and recreational interests. Our Kindy to Year 12 campus is also conveniently located halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, with transport available from surrounding suburbs. To truly experience the spirit of Rivermount, we invite you to visit our beautiful campus and discover the many wonderful opportunities available for your family. To register for one of our tours, please visit: https://www. rivermount.net/enrolments/campus-tours Limited places for admission in 2024 are still available. For enrolment enquiries and to learn more about Rivermount College, we invite you to visit our website at www.rivermount.net or email our Admissions team at enrolments@rivermount.qld.edu.au see advert front page Beattie Road Early Childhood Education Centre, is a boutique centre with a unique and nurturing feel that blend the best of both worlds - the intimacy of family day care and the enriching experiences of long day care. In the spirt of family day care we take great pride in maintaining small groups sizes, fostering close-knit relationships between our educators and the children in their care. This ensures that each child receives the individual attention and support they need to flourish. We are a family-owned centre which has been providing unique quality care in the Coomera district for over 29 years. We offer a relaxed, comfortable environment for your child’s early years. In this increasingly stressful world, your child will be surrounded by an unmatched level of peace and tranquillity, made available through an abundance of natural surroundings. Our boutique childcare centre stands as a testament to the love, dedication and vision of a team that believes in the immense impact of quality early childhood education. We offer a funded Government Kindergarten program 4 days a week which is implemented by a 4-year trained Early Childhood Teacher. Beattie Road Early Childhood Education Centre is situated on Beattie Road Coomera. For enquiries please contact the centre on 55 733877 or email Beattieroad@kal.net.au Boutique Childcare Centre offers a supportive and nuturing environment ENROL NOW FOR 2024 74 Beattie Rd, Coomera Phone 5573 3877 www.beattieroadchildrencentre.com.au l Before & After School Programs l Mature Qualified Staff l Extra large playground with lots of playing space Beattie Road Early Childhood Education Centre S 41 PLACE CENTRE S CHILDREN FROM 6 WEEKS S QUALITY NURTURING CARE S QUIET RURAL ENVIRONMENT PRIVATELY OWNED & MANAGED CENTRE ...YOU ARE WELCOME TO PAY US A VISIT!
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4 Toot Toot. Blowing One’s Own Horn It has been over a year since I have been in touch with those of you who read/read my column. I had been writing the column for several years and wondered if anyone actually read it. Well, it seems some do, and I have been humbled by the people I’ve met who noticed my column went missing. Since then, my family has grown again with an addition of another gorgeous granddaughter, we have moved house and built a granny flat. We are currently living in the flat so one of my daughters and her family of seven can stay in the main house whilst they are in between buying and selling. The challenges of building and renovating in this market has been eye-opening and I certainly understand why so many builders have gone under, as prices of materials and labour have increased. We have had huge weather issues in our community. My family was impacted but we are all safe; so many people in the local community have lost their homes and sadly some lives were lost. My heart goes out to those who were affected by the storms and the unprecedented rain event. There is such a huge clean up to be done and I was SO appreciative of the team at ENERGEX who worked tirelessly to restore power. The SES was also amazing in their continued assistance to those in need. Sadly, not everyone who needed help was reached. Community spirit was high with neighbour helping neighbour and offers of help from strangers given freely. I have never been good at advertising my success and sadly because of that some friends or previous clients even thought I had retired. But apparently, it is quite acceptable to blow your own horn so, here I go! This year the market has been unusual, buyers have changed the way they make enquiries, but I have had a successful year with many homes that I have sold attaining street records. Below are the recent street records, some have settled and some due to settle this month: • White City Drive Oxenford $1,290,000 • Podinga Circuit Ormeau $1,210,000 • Stuckey Close Willow Vale $3,400,000 • Fern Hill Drive Willow Vale $3,700,000 • Blacks Road Willow Vale $4,200,000 Some of these properties sold quickly; others were on the market for some months, one didn’t make it to the open market. The most important thing was the vendors trusted me to work with them to achieve the best result possible. Are you considering a change this year? Have you outgrown your home or need to downsize? If you would like advice, I’m always happy to give it and in the meantime, take this HUGE SMILE from me: It’s FREE!!! (see advert front cover) LaundrX main mission is to bring the best possible laundry experience to Upper Coomera! LaundrX has brand new machines with the latest technology, jumbo size washers and dryers, dedicated pet machine and a sparkling clean area to do your washing. 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The most common online scams involve fake websites to try and get the victim to pay for non-existent products and services, asking for personal and financial information and installing malicious software on devices. If approached by any person offering services or a tradesperson offering to help, ask for their business card or to see their General Construction Induction Card (White Card) Worksafe Queensland If offered electrical help, check the provider’s electrical licence here: Electrical Licence Register. If you are unsure about an electrician, decline their services and find a licenced electrical contractor yourself either online or through Master Electricians Australia on 1300 889 198. If you witness any suspicious activity in your area as recovery efforts continue, report it immediately to police. To check if your contractor is licenced, visit Electrical License Search. To learn more about scams: www.scamwatch.gov.au. 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6 HOTA, Home of the Arts is gearing up for another bumper year as the Gold Coast’s arts and culture hub unveils a sneak peek into its 2024 program. HOTA Unveils ‘Sneak Peek’ Of 2024 Program The 2024 program promises another year filled with captivating exhibits, contemporary art, breathtaking performances both indoors and out, and family-fun experiences. With a bill of shows and exhibitions already locked in on the 2024 calendar, Gold Coast audiences can expect the following program highlights. Prepare to be transported back in time and witness the magic and music of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll when musical extravaganza, Elvis: A Musical Revolution, takes to the stage for a mammoth season from 22 June 2024. Award-winning dance and theatre collective, The Farm, brings Stunt Double, an action-packed piece of storytelling and incredible compelling choreography to HOTA on 8 and 9 March. Cultural enthusiasts will not want to miss Wild Dogs Under My Skirt, direct from New Zealand. This moving production is for one night only on 6 April and is a collection of poetry developed into a stage play by Tusiata Avia currently touring the world. For lovers of music and storytelling, The Gospel According to Paul, offers a night of thought-provoking and entertaining performance when it graces the stage on 25 May. Get ready for a suspenseful and intriguing evening in the world of Agatha Christie’s iconic mystery play, when the standout production The Mousetrap is showcased at HOTA from 28 May to 2 June. Wayfinder by Dance North, is set to enthral audiences when the captivating contemporary dance performance hits the stage on 26 July. With something for all ages, families can enjoy a theatrical showing of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach on 21 and 22 September. A delightful and educational experience for young audiences, Waru, a story by Bangarra, follows the journey of the green turtle. Featuring inspiring dance and storytelling, this production will be showcased on 23 October. Featuring timeless hits set to resonate with all generations, Queensland Symphony Orchestra: Classic Favourites graces HOTA’s Outdoor Stage for onenight only in a special performance on 26 October. Queensland Ballet returns to HOTA in 2024, when love and mayhem collide in the airy, light-hearted ballet with Australian flair, Coppélia, taking to the stage on 1 and 2 November. Told through captivating and graceful ballet performance, this show tells the classical story of a mechanical doll who is so lifelike she is able to fool the villagers into believing she is alive. In the HOTA Children’s Gallery, multidisciplinary artist Abdul Abdullah’s Kingdom of Kindness will open on 9 March, offering an enriching experience that extends to the youngest art enthusiasts. From 29 March to 4 August, HOTA Gallery will feature its next major exhibition for the year, the immersive Italian Renaissance Alive by Grande Experiences. This unique and sensory arts experience will offer exploration of the Italian Renaissance. Set to be a visual and intellectual delight for visitors, the exhibition will take audiences on a journey through history and art. To celebrate the 2024 program release, HOTA is offering Early Bird Tickets this November to members and the general public. HOTA’s program sneak peek is just a taste of what’s on offer in 2024, with more shows, programs and exhibitions to be announced at the Gold Coast’s arts and cultural precinct over the coming months. For more information on HOTA and the 2024 program, www.hota.com.au Bookings: www.javeenbah.org.au Phone 0417 004 466 • Email info@javeenbah.org.au CNR STEVENS & FERRY STREETS, NERANG Book now 5539 4255 or online www.spotlighttheatre.com.au 185 - 187 Ashmore Road, Benowa HELP SAVE A LIFE & ADOPT TODAY.
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9 ORMEAU LEGAL & HILTON HARTLEY LAWYERS Two different names one great team Ormeau Legal is located in Peachey Road and has been operating in Ormeau for over 11 years. Tanya Williams is our Principal Solicitor who has been practising law for over 17 years. Tanya commenced her legal career as a Legal Officer with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions in Beenleigh and Southport. During her career with the ODPP she appeared on sentences and breach hearings in the District Court of Queensland. Tanya then completed the Bar practice course and was admitted as a Barrister. During her time as a Barrister Tanya appeared on District Court sentences and appeared regularly in the Federal Circuit Court of Australia on Family law matters. Tanya then decided to return practising as a Solicitor and opened Ormeau Legal in 2012. During this time Tanya has acted for clients in relation to a variety of matters including Family law matters, Criminal and Traffic matters amongst other areas of law including Civil litigation and Wills and Estates. The firm started off small with just Tanya and a para-legal and has since grown to include a fulltime Conveyancer, para-legal and Solicitor. Tanya’s focus is on delivering practical legal advice at a reasonable cost to clients. In 2018 Tanya decided to open Hilton Hartley lawyers located at Pimpama City. The name is derived from her grandmother’s family names. Her grandmother recently turned 100 years of age and it was important to Tanya to preserve those names for future generations. Tanya’s daughter Olivia Roeszler was admitted as a Solicitor earlier this year and her son Daniel Roeszler is due to be admitted as a Solicitor in early 2024. Tanya’s team is comprised of Chantal Hill who is a Senior Associate and practices predominantly in the area of Family Law and Department of Child Safety matters. Chantal is passionate about family law and is a strong advocate for her clients. Olivia Roeszler is our newly admitted Solicitor although she is not new to law, having been employed at Ormeau Legal for 10 years as a para-legal. Olivia practices predominantly in the area of Wills and Estates and Family Law. Olivia is extremely approachable and has been described as being friendly and highly efficient. Thomas Stubbings is our criminal lawyer who is happiest when he is wading through briefs of evidence and making submissions to Police Prosecutions in an attempt to have his client’s charges withdrawn or reduced. Tom appears almost daily in the Magistrates and District Courts of Queensland and has proven to be a worthy advocate having been successful in having charges completely withdrawn or reduced significantly for his clients. Renee Dormer has been admitted as a Solicitor for over 10 years and practices across a number of areas of law. Renee has completed her Family Dispute Resolution training to practice as an accredited mediator and is also undertaking her Master of Laws (Applied Law) majoring in Family Dispute Resolution Practice. Renee is local to the area and is known for her friendly and approachable personality. Sharyn Polzin is our full-time conveyancer. Sharyn has over 30 years’ experience in conveyancing and if there is something Sharyn doesn’t know, then it probably isn’t worth knowing. Sharyn works closely with a number of buyers agents and has formed excellent working relationships with clients which is evident in the number of repeat clients we see at Ormeau Legal. Daniel Roeszler is completing his law degree and is due to be admitted as a Solicitor in early 2024. Daniel currently assists our team on legal matters ranging from Family, Criminal, Traffic, Civil and conveyancing files. 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10 Community Notices FREE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT, SPORTING & COMMUNITY GROUPS email your notice to info@localnewsletters.com • Deadline 30 January for next issue PIMPAMA MEN’S SHED - 15 Clark Way, Pimpama, behind the School of Arts opposite Pimpama State School open from 8.30am to 12.30pm Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The shed is equipped with excellent woodworking and metalworking equipment. Members can work on personal tasks, help with community projects, or just sit and have a cuppa and a chat. Social, health and welfare programs, specialty visits, and presentations are also offered. Contact sec.pms@outlook.com.au. 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. Facebook and search for @sipnsupgc and/or phone Michel on 0412 757 535 or email michel_44@bigpond.com ATTENTION MEN! Guys need an outlet to get together ‘shoot the breeze’, talk a bit of BS, and make new mates? Whether you’re 40 or 80 this group is for you. It’s a small friendly informal group that catches up weekly to give men an opportunity to get out of the house. This is not a business networking group. There is no business or church behind it. It’s about social engagement. Wednesday catch up - Paradise Point Bowls club @ 9:30 am. Friday catch up - Boutique Cafe @ 9:30am. Salacia Waters cafe precinct Paradise Point. Anthony 0413 806 179. A.R.A.G.C. CAR CLUB - We welcome all new members, we are a friendly light minded, small group of classic car lovers. We do monthly weekend runs to various points of interest, monthly mid-weekday lunches and meet most Saturdays at Expresso25, 1 Boat works Drive Coomera about 7.00am also a yearly weekend away. Christmas Party in December. We hold bi monthly meetings last Monday of the month at 6pm to 8pm at Nerang PCYC. We get together to attend various Classic and Vintage car events. Phone Terry 0413875737 or Peter 0493092341 ORMEAU-PIMPAMA U C ART GROUP Would like to welcome everyone of all skill levels, so whether you are just starting out, looking to brush up on existing skills, Comedy Chaos Returns to the GC The Gold Coast’s premier comedy extravaganza, GC Laughs Festival, is back – bigger, bolder and funnier than ever before with a whopping line-up of 40 shows to have you doubled over in laughter when it returns to HOTA, Home of the Arts this year. crowd-favourite, the GC Laughs Comedy Gala on Friday 15 March. Set to showcase a ‘chocolate box’ of surprise acts to delight audiences and provide a taste of what’s to come during the festival line-up. Festival highlights include the return of radio legend Tommy Little, with his eponymous show Tommy Has a Small Deck. Tommy’s razor-sharp wit, wild stories and infectious energy are guaranteed to deliver an hour that will leave you in stitches. Saturday 16 March will see awardwinning comedian Geraldine Hickey, TV personality and funny-man Dave Hughes making a GC Laughs comeback with his brand-new show Fully Furnished, He Huang and Heath Franklin(aka. Chopper) also take to the stage. Everyone’s favourite online ‘mum’ Mel Buttle will make her festival debut, as part of a national tour for her show called Not Here to Put Socks on Centipedes, where she promises to let loose on life and all its awkward moments. Network 10’s The Project co-host Sam Taunton is bringing his show How to Promising two weeks of laugh-outloud hilarity, the GC Laughs Festival 2024 will boast a staggering bill of the best in comedy from March 15-23. From home-grown Aussie heroes to some of the biggest international comedic sensations to grace the stage, audiences can expect absurd stories, lewd humour, complete nonsense and ridiculous skits, all wrapped up in one epic celebration of comedy on the Gold Coast. In its sixth year, Festival Director Josh Armstrong promised the Gold Coast’s only comedy festival would be more outrageous than ever before. “It’s unbelievable that we kicked off our first festival at HOTA back in 2019 and it’s clear that Gold Coast audiences love a laugh, with every year we keep adding to our line up and GC Laughs keeps getting better,” Mr Armstrong said. “We’ve been able to bring some of the biggest Australian and international names in comedy to the Coast, and in 2024 we have 37 acts already locked in with plenty more to be revealed so stay tuned for more!” Kicking off the festival antics is Tie a Tie. Brace yourself – it’s literally about why he couldn’t tie a tie, and how if he did ever wear one, he looks like a teenager on his way to court. Ray O’Leary, best known for his plain yet iconic grey suit and deadpan humour, will leave you in stitches with his show Your Laughter Is Only Making Me Stronger. A star on the up-and-coming Australian version of TV show, The Office, Felicity Ward is on home turf for the first time in five years with an hour-long show, I’m Exhausting! Hailing all the way from Scotland, Fern Brady is back in Australia to showcase a brand-new show, I Gave You Milk to Drink on Thursday 21 March. With a stacked calendar of events by the best in comedy and more to be announced, the GC Laughs Festival 2024 will have audiences in stitches as it delivers a healthy dose of kneeslapping hysterics set to have you giggling for nights on end. 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