Want a free month’s membership to Fernwood Carindale?

November 7, 2011 in Uncategorized by admin | 3 comments

Lynda from RE/MAX profile MV Real Estate won a month’s membership to the Fernwood Gym at Carindale in the raffle at the recent Alzheimers Australia fundraiser. She was also the auctioneer on the day and did a great job.

In the day’s raffles, Lynda won a one-month gym membership. Already active and with a dog to share her exercise with, she thought it would be a good prize for a Carindale Connect reader.

The prize is one month Gym Membership for Fernwood Carindale to be activated by 30/11/11.

If you would like this gym membership, just leave a comment below letting us know you’d like it and we’ll be selecting a winner at random before midnight on Wednesday. We will have your email address recorded when you submit your comment but it will not be published.

 

Carers week – information stand at Westfield Carindale

October 19, 2011 in events by Genevieve Robey | No comments

National Carers Week 2011 started on 16th October and runs until 22nd October.  There is a Carers information stand at Westfield Carindale Shopping Centre on Thursday 20th October as part of the local activities.

If you are a carer, close to someone who is or you think you may be in a caring role down the track, this is a good opportunity to find out more information that can help you and others.

State Member for Chatsworth Steve Kilburn said Carers Week was a time to recognise and thank carers across the community for their hard work and commitment.

“Carers provide an invaluable contribution to the people they care for and the broader community,” he said. Read the rest of this entry »

Do we know the truth about flying foxes, or are we a bit batty about it?

September 27, 2011 in Education & learning, Environment by admin | No comments

Photo courtesy of Bat Conservation & Rescue Qld Inc

There is a great deal of misinformation in relation to flying foxes in our community.

In TheConversation.edu.au:
Now we have pestilence, in the form of Hendra virus. Calls for bat culls have ensued, but killing or relocating bats could make things worse for everyone.
We recommend reading the full article “Culling bats isn’t the way to control Hendra virus” (September 12).

We also sought some comments from the Bat Conservation & Rescue Qld. Inc which has been vocal online about the media’s portrayal. The following post is by Denise Wade, the group’s Vice President:

The Truth About Flying-foxes

Flying-foxes are Australias only nocturnal, long distance pollinators and seed dispersers of native forests. Our unique flying mammals are crucial for the ongoing biodiversity, maintainance and health of our forests. Read the rest of this entry »

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Collectable and quirky items

September 21, 2011 in craft & design, events by admin | No comments

Rolling Stones stamps

Rolling Stones stamp set

If you’re into collectable or quirky items come along to Afternoon Rock this Sunday afternoon. We reckon there will be some great bargains to be had, and all for the important cause that is Alzheimer’s.

It’s only $15 on the door.

There will be a silent auction that will be run throughout the afternoon and successful bidders will be announced towards the end of the event. We’re still seeking donations for items for the auction and the raffle.

Here’s a snapshot of some of the things that will be there. Read the rest of this entry »

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Rock n Roll … in a bowl …

September 19, 2011 in craft & design, events, House and garden by admin | 1 comment


Get a bit of rock n roll in your everyday life and help raise funds for Alzheimer’s Australia with these nifty rock n roll bowls made from recycled vinyl records. These items and more will be available for purchase at Afternoon Rock in Carina on Sunday 25th September. Entry to the event is only $10 (or $15 on the door).

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Swimming fun for kids

September 19, 2011 in Education & learning, events, Sport by admin | No comments

Kids at Clem Jones PoolIs your child interested in swimming? Do they want to learn how to improve their swimming skills and hang out with other kids who love swimming? Then you might like to bring them along to this sign-on evening.

The Carina Leagues CJ’s Swim Club is a family orientated club with a focus on fun. Even if your child is not 100% sure about swimming, they are welcome to come along and see what they think. Swimming is a great form of exercise and it can help with confidence and safety around water.

The club is based at the Clem Jones Sport Centre which has 3 pools, a staffed gym, on-site physio, canteen and professional coaching staff.

Carina Leagues CJ’s Swim Club ‘Sign On’ and first ‘Club Night’
Friday 7th October, from 6pm.
Clem Jones Centre, Zahel St, Carina.
Sausage sizzle and sign up for races at 6pm
Racing starts at 6.30pm
Membership from $99 for 1 child. Free membership to the Carina Leagues Club is included.

There is also The Clem Jones Centre Annual Open Day on Sunday 9th October, 9am to 5pm.

And for those who love sausage sizzles and supporting CJ’s Swim Club, there is a fundraiser being held at Belmont Shopping Village, Belmont on Saturday 24th September from 9.30am-1pm. It is hosted by Steve Kilburn MP with all funds going to CJ’s Swim Club.

The Swim Club also congratulates the following swimmers: Read the rest of this entry »

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