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3 3 Bulk Billed Eye Tests 3 Most Health Funds Accepted 3 External Prescriptions Welcome *Excludes Maui Jim, Zeal and Oakley Sun RX PARIS MIKI OPTICAL Shop 18, 12 Sir John Overall Drive, Helensvale Plaza Phone 5580 5010 | www.paris-miki.com.au In our fast-paced lives, filled with digital screens and constant visual stimuli, it’s easy to overlook the significance of maintaining good eye health. However, regular checkups with an optometrist are not just a precautionary measure; they are essential for preserving the precious gift of sight and overall well-being. One of the primary reasons to prioritise optometric check-ups is the early detection of potential issues. Many eye conditions, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, often develop gradually without noticeable symptoms in their early stages. An optometrist can detect these conditions through comprehensive eye exams, allowing for early intervention and effective management. Timely diagnosis can prevent irreversible damage to the eyes and, in some cases, even save one’s vision. Moreover, optometrists are equipped with the expertise to address refractive errors like nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. While it might be tempting to rely on over-the-counter reading glasses or online prescriptions, these solutions may not adequately address the unique visual needs of each individual. Optometrists tailor prescriptions based on a thorough understanding of the patient’s eye health, ensuring optimal vision correction. Regular eye check-ups are particularly crucial for children, as undetected vision problems can hinder their learning and development. Children may not always express vision concerns or even recognise them, making routine optometric visits essential for identifying and addressing potential issues early on. Good vision is integral to a child’s academic success and overall well-being. Paris Miki Optical has been servicing the Helensvale and surrounding community for eyewear needs since 2005. Store Manager Michael has over 30 year’s experience as a qualified Optical technician and has been The importance of regular eye checks working in the area for 23 years. We have 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. Here at Paris Miki, we offer a large range of contact lenses; including multifocal, toric, 1 day, fortnightly to monthly lenses. Michael is able to customise lens shapes for rimless and semi rimless frames to suit customers various needs. We can also create prescription polarised sunglasses for most sunglass frames. Bulk billed eye testing is available with retinal photography. Health fund claiming for most funds can be done on the spot. To make an appointment please call on 5580 5010. $150 OFF COMPLETE PAIR Fresh Year, Fresh Health Coverage! The majority of health fund yearly limits refresh every January 1st. Schedule your eye examination today and upgrade your eyeglasses!
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Sarah Welsh and Jennifer Farr at Farr Real Estate, have over 15 years of experience in the local market and have six hot tips to help you get more from your rental. 1. Online Appeal. Most likely a potential tenant's first impression of a property will be the online advertising. It's crucial that the property stands out. Make sure the property is neat and tidy, freshen up the paint, mow the lawns and trim the gardens. Consider staging the property with some nice simple furniture before photographing, or talk to us about "virtual staging" for a cheaper option. 2. Add covered off street parking. A tenant's most valuable asset will usually be their cars, so the more covered parking you can provide, the better. If space and council allows, add extra garaging or carports. 3. Freshen up the wet areas. Sometimes a little work in old kitchens and bathrooms goes a long way. Updated cupboard handles and new benchtops are an easy way to modernise a kitchen, and re-grouting bathroom tiles can really freshen up a dated space. If space allows, add a dishwasher to the kitchen too. 4. Add an air conditioner. Gold Coast is hot, so an air conditioner really is a non-negotiable. But it's incredible how many homes don't have them! Rarely will a tenant stick around after a long, hot summer if you haven't invested in a quality A/C. So if you want a good tenant to stay for a few years, this one is a must. 5. Make the property pet friendly. For some people, their pets are their kids. And they'll pay a premium to be able to live with their fury friends. Consider replacing carpets with tiles, add a doggy door and ensure yards are fully fenced to make your property stand out with dog and cat owners. 6. Get the marketing and management right. Rentals should be treated the same as sales. To get top dollar, you need top marketing + a skilled negotiating agent. Professional photos are a must, and video or 360 degree tours are even better. Upgraded listings on the big websites and social media promotion will ensure more people see the property, which translates to more inspections and more applications. This gives you a bigger pool of quality tenants to choose from, increasing the chance of finding a great long term tenant who will look after your property and pay the premium price. Sarah and Jennifer are always looking for more rental properties for their prospective tenants. If you're purchasing a rental property soon, or already own one and would like to explore new management, call the Farr Real Estate team on (07) 5500 7000. See front cover advert AHEAD OF THE GAME: YOUR PARENTAL ARRANGEMENTS Following a separation, there are no hard rules in Family Law regarding whom your child/ children should live with and how you spend time with your child/ children. You can make either formal or informal parenting arrangements depending on your relationship and situation with the other parent. Formal parenting arrangements such as consent orders or parenting orders are written arrangements filed through the court. The key difference being that consent orders are made in agreement by both parties, and parenting orders are made by the court when the parents cannot come to an agreement on their own. These orders often cover who the child lives with being either shared or one primary care taker; how the child will spend time with the non-primary care taker if there is one; how the child is to spend time with extended family; how particular holidays such as School Holidays, Birthdays Christmas are treated; the child’s education arrangements and other day-to-day aspects including sport, health, religion ect. If you cannot agree to arrangements on your own, the first step is to attend mediation. Mediation with an independent mediator can support parents to reach an agreement without needing to go to court. This usually is the most cost and time efficient way to finalise parental arrangements. At Aylward Game Solicitors, our experienced solicitors are practiced in assisting parents to reach an outcome for the best interests of their child/ children. KEEPING YOU AHEAD OF THE GAME mail@aylwardgame.com.au Ph. 1800 217 217 2/20 Grice Ave, Paradise Point Q 4216 See advert front cover
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6 Lions Awareness Day 2nd March 2024 On Saturday 2 March 2024, Runaway Bay Lions Club and Helensvale Lions Club will be holding a Lions Awareness Day and BBQ at Bunning’s Arundel from 8am to 3pm. Your parcel comes with meats selected / approx.. 10 to 15kgs of fruit & vegetables / 2 extra choices such as sink liquid, juice, pantry and cleaning products /choice of breads / 20 to 25 groceries / chiller pack. If you pick up usually you have pallets of extra fruit and vegetables to choose from. $67 fills the boot of a small car about 100kgs of food. We support some 27 other organisations on the Coast. Come, view or call us or (come and volunteer - no age limit), helping us to help others struggling and in need. Products can be seconds or best before dates, close or past. Part of New Life Community Care D.G.R. Charity Feed a Family of 4 up to a Week ONLY $67 We supply food for 1000’s of meals weekly Volunteer Positions Available - NO Age Limit 12-16 Dunkirk Close, (off Allied Dr) Arundel (2 streets south of Harbour Town Shops) Order Online www.newlifefoodbarn.org or PH: 0410 565 781 3.30 to 4.30pm Tues & Wed for following day BRIC-A-BRAC & SHOP OPEN WED & THURS 10am - 12pm & FOR PRE-ORDERED PARCELS FOODBARN SHOP NOW OPEN SATURDAY 9-11.30am “DISCOUNTED FOOD” TIMES ARE HARD $67 FAMILY PARCEL Fruit & Veg/Meats/Bread Grocery Items/ Chiller pack Plus more on Pick-ups Order online Home deliveries available “Why Struggle or Go Without?” www.newlifefoodbarn.org Phone 0410 565 781 3.30pm to 4.30pm Tues & Wed for following day LOOK! RUNAWAY BAY LIONS CLUB You are invited to come along and meet our local dedicated and hard-working volunteers and find out more about what Lions does in the community and how you can get involved. Australian Lions Clubs Lions have been helping those in need in Australia and Overseas, for more than 75 years. Providing emergency relief during natural disasters or supporting farming communities during drought, supporting critical medical research into childhood cancers and diabetes, or working on local environmental programs – the work of all of our members is valued, and critical. We hope you’ll take the opportunity to join us at Bunning’s Arundel where you will be able to talk to a Lion and ask them why they decided to give some of their time and effort to help others. With over 25,000 members, Lions Australia is Australia’s largest service organisation. But there’s much more to us than fundraising BBQs. That’s why we are taking the opportunity to tell our story on Lions Awareness Day. We want you to know more about what we do and the causes we support. So if you go to Bunning’s Arundel on Saturday March 2, make sure you stop and say hello! If you are interested in helping at any of our events or joining this wonderful group of people, contact can be made by email runawaybaylions@hotmail. com or phone 0403 049535.
7 GOT LOOSE, PEAKING OR CRACKED TILES? 0414 446 579 CALL DAN FOR A FREE QUOTE Internal & External Patio Floor Pool Coping Bathroom Wall & Floor Splashback TILES WE CAN FIX Service & Product Warranty 10 YEARS Australian Standards Tested 25 YEARS Proven Track Record 30+ YEARS BEFORE AFTER GOLD COAST OFFICE 07 5646 6344 Antique Buyers in the Gold Coast Area With Covid having forced us to spend plenty of time at home, many of us have taken to sorting our drawers and cupboards. Now is a fantastic opportunity to turn those unwanted items into cash. “We are keen buyers, especially of the items listed on our advert (see back page). Everyone has something we want to buy, and nothing is too small for our consideration. We are just as happy to buy one item, as we are buying 10,000!”, says Mike Cornish, chief buyer for the company. The buyers will be in a convenient location in the area very soon (see back page). If you are in doubt about any items you wish to sell, take them in for an instant appraisal. Especially wanted by the buyers are any gold jewellery items, broken or not, antique jewellery, collectables such as military medals, old coins and banknotes, and mechanical watches. Gold and Silver still at high prices With the gold price still at higher than traditional levels, right now would be an opportune time to go through the jewellery box and dig out those old gold chains, rings and brooches and turn them into cash. Mike says, “Now is a great time to sell. We will buy anything made of gold – old jewellery, coins, virtually anything, even gold teeth! We also need silver in any form, including cups, cutlery, old coins, even teapots and the like.” Old coins can toss up a rarity Check those drawers and cupboards, you may have a rarity lurking amongst your coins. “We want to see any old foreign coin accumulations. We will be quite happy to go through your coins on the spot and give you an idea of what we can pay. You just never know what can turn up!” Rolex and mechanical watches wanted Mechanical watches are needed urgently by the buyers. “Collectors at this stage want brands such as Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe, Tag Heuer, and Longines, just to mention some. These brands can command good prices depending on the condition and model. In any event we will buy any mechanical watch, even if it’s only a few dollars for parts,” says Mike. “If you are unsure, bring any watches to us at the venues to have them appraised,” he said. Whilst we have a Covid safe environment at the venues, we also offer home visits for those unable to come to us. See our advert for home visit slots and get in touch to book yours in. See advertisement back page for details >
8 WE HAVE 2 X $50 GIFT CARDS TO GIVE AWAY! WIN A $50 GIFT CARD (Coles Supermarkets, Coles Central, Coles Express, Myer, including Myer.com.au, Target, Kmart, Officeworks, Liquorland, Vintage Cellars and First Choice Liquor.) Simply complete the Crossword and/or the Sudoku puzzle and post to FEBRUARY CROSSWORD COMPETITION or FEBRUARY SUDOKU COMPETITION PO Box 3302, Burleigh Town City Q. 4220 Write your name and address on the back of an envelope. First correct crossword and first correct sudoku entry drawn will win. Entries close 10.03.2024 Winner notified by post. BRAIN RIDDLES CROSSWORD 179 by Mona Elliott ACROSS 1. TENET 7. PERCEIVED 8. REFER TO 9. COUNTRYWIDE 10. ERASE 11. CARDINAL NUMBER 14. MIGRAINE 18. PILLAGE 19. MISHAP 2 3 4 9 11 12 13 15 16 20 21 23 21.RUB WITH OIL 22. STAR 23. ASSIGNMENT DOWN 1. FLOURISH 2. HARDENED 3. FRENZIED 4. DIPLOMACY 5. SHIELDS 6. KEEP 12. PASS 13. MAD 15. TAX 16. NONSENSE 17. TUMULT 20. FOUL Answer next issue 1 8 10 14 22 5 6 7 17 18 19 SU DO KU Instructions: The numbers 1 to 9 must appear in each row, column and 3 x 3 box. Numbers can not be duplicated. No. 179 6 9 7 1 3 4 2 4 6 6 2 8 3 1 5 4 1 2 9 1 7 5 Answer next month 1. Turn Me On My Side And I Am Everything. Cut Me In Half And I Am Nothing. What Am I? 2. I Am Heavy And Hard To Pick Up, But Backwards I Am Not. What Am I? 3. How can you throw a ball as hard as you can and have it come back to you, even if it doesn’t bounce off anything? There is nothing attached to it, and no one else catches or throws it back to you. 4. What word looks the same upside down and backward? 5. What is unusual about the following words: revive, banana, grammar, voodoo, assess, potato, dresser, uneven? 6. I have keys, but no locks. I have space, but no room. You can enter, but you can’t go outside. What am I? 7. First, I threw away the outside and cooked the inside. Then I ate the outside and threw away the inside. What did I eat? Answers page 11 j h k c r e i s a WordWheel 49 The goal of a word wheel puzzle is to create as many words possible with the letters in the word wheel. You can only use each letter once and every word must have the letter in the centre of the wheel. Answers P 11
9 The City wages war on mosquitoes with $1 million pledge The City has waged a war on mosquitoes, pledging an additional $1 million to the mosquito treatment program to tackle the escalating issue across the Gold Coast. The recent rain has provided ideal conditions for mosquito breeding and as such City crews have ramped up these activities and will continue them for the foreseeable future. Mr Baker said the additional resources will be used to purchase more all-terrain vehicles and trailers, increase our aerial program, and continue our drone trials. “We have dedicated all possible resources to getting this situation under control, and will continue to prioritise this work as we know it is a priority for our community right now,” Mr Baker said. CEO Tim Baker said as well as fogging and aerial treatments our pest management teams would be checking and treating all known mosquito breeding areas throughout the City every day until the situation had eased. “We know the mosquito breeding has ramped up over the past month and with little respite from the rain and humidity, this will be an ongoing problem,” Mr Baker said. “We are committed to reducing numbers through our programs but we can all do our bit to reduce numbers and keep ourselves and families safe from these pests. “Residents can help reduce mosquito numbers by emptying all containers that can hold water following rain.” He said some of the less obvious places to look include in the water reservoir of self-watering pots, in some plants and on top of rainwater tanks. Locations where mosquito treatments are taking place can be found at the City’s alerts page here: http://news. goldcoast.qld.gov.au/alert-section. You can protect yourself from mosquitoes by: • Limiting your time outdoors around dawn and dusk • Applying mosquito repellents regularly • Wearing loose fitting, light coloured protective clothing when outdoors • Screening doors and windows or using mosquito nets or air-conditioning. • Using mosquito coils. You can help prevent mosquitoes breeding on your own property by: • Disposing of all water-holding containers in your yard • Emptying flower vases, pot plants and other containers which hold water, at least once a week • Ensure house gutters are kept free of leaves and they drain freely, leaving no pools of water in low points • Screen all openings to tanks, wells or other large water containers with wire gauze, not coarser than 1 millimetre aperture mesh. TO ENTER write your name, address & phone on the back of an envelope and post to: 1: THE SIMPLE DINNER EDIT or 2: NEVER TOO LATE PO Box 3302, Burleigh Town 4220 • Entries close 10.03.2024. 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What follows is a summer of healing and change, and the discovery that it’s never too late for dreams to be born again . . . ISBN: 9781529085594 | Format: Trade Paperback | Pub Date: 27/02/2024 Imprint: Macmillan | Pages: 320 | Price: $32.99 Winners book prize will be couriered so please provide a phone number. You may put phone number inside envelope if you are worried about scams... thankyou! BOOK GIVEAWAY Enter To Win Congratulations December Winners! $50 GIFT CARD SUDOKU: O. Ashton, Nerang CROSSWORD: S. Jones, Ormeau THE PROFESSOR BOOK COMPETITION W. Peterson, Helensvale | S. Archer, Highland Park K. Stevenson, Pacific Pines | K. Gallagher, Paradise Point R. McPheat, Hope Island UPSIDE DOWN BOOK COMPETITION S. Jacobs, Gaven | J. Smith, Maudsland M. McIsaac, Coombabah | J. Elliott, Highland Park H. Cameron, Helensvale Congratulations to our winners! We receive hundreds of entries for our competitions each month so keep on entering, you might be the next lucky winner!
10 Prep Time | 10 Minutes Cooking Time | 10 Minutes Quesadillas are a versatile appetizer (or dinner!) — we used corn and capsicum here, but feel free to swap out and in whatever combination of cheese and vegetables you prefer. These are a great finger food to serve at parties. • 1 x 400g tin tinned sweet corn • 1 x capsicum • 1 x red onion • 1 ½ cups grated tasty cheese • 8 soft white round wraps • ¼ cup olive oil • 1 avocado • ½ cup tomato salsa • ½ cup sour cream Heat the grill pan over medium-high heat. Drain the corn and place in the large mixing bowl. Cut the 4 sides and the base off the capsicum and place in the food processor. Peel and quarter the onion, and place in the food processor. Blitz until finely chopped. Add to the corn in the mixing bowl. Stir through the cheese. Brush some oil on the grill plate. Place 2 wraps on the grill and top each with ¼ of the corn mixture. Spread to about 2cm from the edge. Top each wrap with a second one, and brush with oil. Using an egg flip and tongs if necessary, carefully turn the whole round upside down and cook for a further minute. Remove to a chopping board and cut into 6 pieces with a pizza wheel or sharp knife. Repeat with the next 4 wraps and filling. Divide the quesadillas between four plates. Halve the avocado and run a knife through the flesh to create slices within the skin. Scoop out with a spoon and divide between the plates. Top with a dollop of salsa and sour cream, and serve. Corn & Capsicum Quesadillas Community Notices FREE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT, SPORTING & COMMUNITY GROUPS email your notice to info@localnewsletters.com • Deadline 6 March for next issue PARADISE POINT LADIES ASSOCIATION New Members and old members are welcome to come along and take part in the following activities. Cards/Bolivia/Hand/Foot/ Hand/Knee and Foot and Majong. Tuition available. Cost $5 Joining Fee and $5 weekly. Call Sue on 0434788142. THE ELDERS GOLD COAST. Looking for friendship? Welcome all. The Elders meet for lunches on a Wednesday and 10am every Friday for morning tea at Runaway Bay Shopping Centre (long table in the food hall). Our age group covers from 50 plus. Theatre, arts & crafts. Email: theeldersgoldcoast@gmail.com or PH Bob 55633623, 0407 793 739. FOR LOVERS of THE ARTS: ADFAS GOLD COAST invites you to join our series of monthly Saturday morning lectures on a wide variety of arts-related subjects presented by national and international specialist speakers. Be entertained and informed then join us for morning tea. Bookings essential. For lecture/ membership call Bernadette on 0484227065 or email bmurray079@gmail.com. ADFAS GOLD COAST https:// www.adfas.org.au/societies/gold-coast-bundall/ RUNAWAY BAY VIEW CLUB meets for lunch with guest speakers at the Parkwood Tavern, Cnr Olsen & Wintergreen Ave Parkwood, every second Tuesday of the month at 11.30am for 12.00 noon. We also hold regular social functions visiting different venues and events. 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. Phone Lyn, President 0403486432. RUNAWAY BAY 50 + SENIORS INDOOR BOWLS CLUB Tuesdays & Sundays, Community Hall Lae Dr, Runaway Bay. Doors open 12 noon games start 12.30, cost $3 incl. afternoon tea. New members welcome and tutoring provided if required. Also bus trips throughout the year. Come along and make new friends. PH: Ishan Uzel 0416450367 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 e: 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. PARADISE POINT & NORTHERN DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION is reaching out to residents of Division 4 to come along to our meetings. We discuss all local issues that you may have concerns about. If you have any issues please let us know so we can help. We meet at the small Community hall on Community Lane, Paradise Point on the second Tuesday of each month at 7pm. You can join our group with membership of $5 per year. Our local councillor Shelley Curtis will be attending each of meetings (time permitting). We also have the chance to win a lovely meat tray. President Diane Woods on 0418 654 388 or our Secretary Roger Gordon on 0450 403 807. NORTH GOLD COAST PROBUS CLUB is a friendly mixed club for retired and semi-retired men and women. We meet at 10am at the Seagulls Leagues Club Morala Ave Runaway Bay on the first Monday of each month. Members enjoy a variety of guest speakers, morning tea coffee, door prizes and many stay for at lunch at the club bistro following the meeting. Probus is all about FUN, FRIENDSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP for seniors. Club activities are arranged each month and may include: Outings, Bus trips, Walking Group, Book Club, Dining, Theatre and Movies, Picnics and BBQ. Contact Paul 0424 243005 or Wendy 55806224 for more info. PARADISE POINT SENIORS Community Centres, Community Lane, Paradise Point. 50 and over? Come and join our friendly members in our activities. Carpet bowls and cards on Monday, Thursday, Saturday 12-00 to 3-00pm. Afternoon tea provided. Monthly bus trips on Fridays, visiting very interesting places. Wednesday in small hall next door there is a painting class plus cards from 11.30 to 3.00pm. We will teach you in a very friendly manner. All welcome. Club President Ross Kimberley 0417925855, Noreen 0410875763, Noeline 0415134126, Painting contact Steph 0415171798. RUNAWAY BAY AND DISTRICT SENIOR CITIZENS ASSOCIATION INC Over 50’s come along and join us every Tuesday from 9-11am. Great way to meet new friends and socialise. Activities of our Club include Tai Chi classes $3 per session and $3 entrance fee. Craft sessions $3 entrance fee. Bus trips depending on support. Yearly financial membership fee $5 paid annually. First visit free. Morning Tea provided. Everyone works to their own ability. For more info email runawaybayseniorcitizens@ gmail.com 50 AND OVER? Join our friendly club at Runaway Bay Community Hall for indoor bowls & cards. $3 entrance fee. $3 yearly fee. Wed & Fri, 12 - 3 pm. Don’t know how to play? No worries, we’ll teach you. If you play 500 or Canasta please join us. Ample parking next to library. Ring Gordon for bowls 0428751292, Doreen for cards 0450301377. PARADISE POINT ART & CRAFT MARKET - The Gold Coast’s longest-running Sunday markets are now at Paradise Point! Join us at Esplanade Park just north of Ephraim Island bridge on the fourth Sunday of every month. Come support your local artists and artisans and get your fix of beachside treasure! artandcraft.com.au ZONTA CLUB OF PARADISE POINT is part of an international service organisation dedicated to advancing the status of women through service and advocacy. We welcome new members to join us in supporting a number of advocacy and support needs for women and girls on the Northern Gold Coast. Contact Marian Buttery 0412395502. ROTARY CLUB OF RUNAWAY BAY - An opportunity for people interested in joining a local Rotary club which is very social and involved in assisting our community. You can be part of an international, charitable organisation that is dedicated to meeting communities needs both locally, nationally and international level. We meet every Tuesday at 6.00pm at Dublin Docks Tavern, Harbour Town Shopping Centre, Harbour Town Drive Biggera Waters. HARBOUR TOWN J.P. SERVICE – Harbour Town Shopping Centre. Monday to Saturday – 9:30am to 1pm. METRO MARKETS, BIGGERA WATERS J.P. SERVICE Monday and Thursday – 10am to 1pm. NATIONAL SENIORS AUSTRALIA PARADISE POINT BRANCH meets at Dublin Docks Tavern Function Room on the second Monday of each month 9.30am for 10.00am start. Interesting guest speakers, raffles, lunch available after meeting, monthly social functions. Contact Geoff/Margaret 55467952/0407676990. COOMBABAH COMMUNITY GARDEN meets from 7am to 9am on Sundays. Entry to the garden is just off Brady Drive, Coombabah, behind Coombabah Primary School. We are a very friendy group and welcome new members who love gardening. We supply the equipment, you only need to bring a hat and your water. The garden has 25 communal beds and produce is shared between the people who attend on the day. Contact Joan on 0413496418.
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