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3403 8888.

Babies, Books and Rhymes
Tuesdays, 2pm
Fridays, 9:30am

Toddler Time
Wednesdays, 9:30am

Children's Storytime
Thursdays, 9:30am

ANNERLEY LIBRARY

Android Help*
10:30am-12pm, Fri 20 Sep
Bring your own Android tablet and Google Play Store account details. Basic Android skills required.

BYOB (Bring your own baby) book club
9:15-10am, Mon 14 Oct
Join in to discuss great books in good company. Call the library for more details.

Social media basics*
10:30am-12pm, Tue 15 Oct
Basic computer and internet skills required.

Facebook basics*
10:30am-12pm, Tue 22 Oct
Basic computer skills, internet skills and an email account are required.

Fool proof vegetables*
10:30-11:45am, Sat 26 Oct
Linda Brennan from Ecobotanica will let you into the secrets of terrific tropical crops that taste great and don't cause disappointments. Participants, please bring a bag or small shoe box to take home your starter plants.

FAIRFIELD LIBRARY

Australian Reading Hour: in your PJs
5:30-6:30PM, Thu 19 Sep
Super Ted invites you and your family to read to your soft toy in this reading hour. Ideal for children 2-5 years

Evening book club
6-7pm, Thu 19 Sep
Read, discuss and debate a fine selection of books with a friendly group. New members welcome.

Library e-books and downloads
2-3:30pm, Fri 20 Sep
Bring your own device, library card and email account details.

Beginner's guide to fruit trees*
1-3pm, Sat 21 Sep
Presented by Paul Plant, Registered Horticulturist.

Book chat
1-2pm, Wed 25 Sep
In September, read and discuss Silkworm by Robert Gilbraith. new members welcome.

FBI: Fairfield book investigators kid's club
3:30-4:30pm, Wed 25 Sep
in September, the club will read the Flying Fergus series by Chris Hoy. Ideal for children aged 6-11 years.

Southside community craft circle
1-3pm, Tue 1 Oct
New members welcome. Please phone Wendy on 3341 2039 for more information.

Computer skills one*
2-3:30pm, Fri 11 Oct
Perfect for the first time user.

Evening book club
6-7pm, Thu 17 Oct
In October, read and discuss Shell by Kristina Olsson. New members welcome.

Computer skills two*
2-3:30pm, Fri 18 Oct
Learn how to create basic Word documents, find useful programs, and manage files and folders on a Windows computer.

ACTIVE AND HEALTHY

Aqua Aerobics
11-11:45am, Saturdays
Cool off this summer with a fun water workout for all fitness levels. $ pool entry.
Yeronga Park Pool

Deep water aqua running
2-3pm, Saturdays
A deep water work out that uses all major muscle groups. $ pool entry.
Yeronga Park Pool

Fun afterschool soccer coaching*
4-5pm, Fridays
From 23 Aug to 13 Sep
A safe and relaxed environment for children to get active, play soccer and have fun. 5-10 years.
Yeronga Memorial Park

Tai Chi
8-9am, Sundays
This dynamic activity is invigorating, works with both your body and your mind and will help you feel relaxed, refreshed and calm. All ages
Robinson Park, Fairfield

Beginner swimming program for adults*
12-1pm, Saturdays
From 10 Aug to 14 Sep
Learn the basics of swimming, become water safe and get ready to conquer other water activities. 16+ years. $ pool entry.
Yeronga Park Pool

GOLD (ages 50+)

Tai Chi
8:30-9:30am, Thursdays
Enjoy gentle exercise for complete fitness.
Brisbane Corso Park, Yeronga

GOLD Soccer*
9-10am, Mon 30 Sep
A GOLD'n'Kids program for children and seniors to enjoy together.
Ken Fletcher Park, Tennyson

Fairfield Writers' Group
Every second and fourth Saturday
Please call Helga on (07) 3848 1492 for more information.
Fairfield Library

Yeronga Friendship Club
Every third Monday
Activities and outings for over 50's.
Yeronga RSL
391 Fairfield Rd, Yeronga
Ph: 3278 5720

Yeronga Men's Shed
9am-12pm Monday and Wednesday
Yeronga Uniting Church
Kingsley Pde, Yeronga

Stephens Croquet Club
Association Croquet: Wed 9.45am and Sat 12.45pm.
Golf Croquet: Fri and Sun (Sep - April 2.45 pm and May - August 1.45 pm) & Tuesdays from 9.00am
Further information - 0439 714 312.

Annerley Stephens History Group
Meets first Monday of the month from 6.30pm
Stephens Croquet Club
Access via Frederick St, Yeronga
For more info contact Dennis on 0408 001 362 or email 
annerleystephenshistory
groupin@gmail.com

Yeronga Bowls Club
Game Days - From 12:30pm, Wed and Sat
3848 1146 (3-7pm, Tues to Sun)
11 Querrin St, Yeronga

Yeronga Community Centre
Open 9am-1pm, Monday-Thursday
3848 2285 -- 26 Devon St, Yeronga

Bread basket, computer hub, free wifi, phone, photocopying and printing, information, support and refferral, Commissioner of Declarations (by appointment).

Monday
Seniors Morning Tea - 10am-12pm
Basic Computer Assistance

Tuesday
Food with Thought Cooking Program - 9:30-11am
(check with Centre for details)
Multicultural Craft Group - 10am
ReThink Info Hub and Store - 9am-1pm

Wednesday
Community Breakfast - 7:30-8:30am
Basic Computer Assistance - 10am-12pm
Guided Meditation - 9-9:30am

Thursday
Craft Group - 9:30am-12pm
Art Group - 9:30am-12pm - $5 per class

Saturday
ReThink Info Hub and Store - 9am-1pm

Sunday
Yeronga Community Garden - from 3pm
Yeronga State High School
Sunset Snacks - from 4pm, first Sunday of month
Yeronga Community Garden

Hi everyone,

I want to thank all the residents and local businesses who have been helping with the drought and bushfire relief efforts over recent weeks. Many people have donated water and baked goods to help those experiencing natural disasters. In particular, I would like to thank the Yeronga Community Centre for their amazing baking. As always, Melinda, PJ and their volunteers were a charitable hub and I want to thank them and all residents who donated baked goods.

I'm sure everyone heard Susie O'Neill's moment of reflection and vulnerability on radio and the TV news yesterday. If you see her around, let's smile and wave or let her know we think she's an absolute champion, not just as an elite swimmer, but as a local Mum, active community member, broadcaster and all round legend. Madame Butterfly then and still today to us.

Regards, Nicole

P.S. If you love music and want to celebrate with the Sherwood Indooroopilly RSL and Queensland Pops Orchestra, come along to their special centenary concert on Saturday 21 September at 2:30pm at Corinda. Check out the details below.

I have really good news on progress of the new refuge on Hyde Rd, between the dog park and shops near The Village.

Council's has finally approved two important safety improvements.

Firstly, a staggered zebra crossing and centre refuge, which is a much safer design than just a refuge for pedestrians. As you may know $150,000 has been set aside in the Council Budget to deliver the project this year. Design plans are currently being prepared and I will let the community know when a draft is available for review.

Secondly, Council has also supported a speed reduction along Hyde Rd to 50kms per hour. In combination with the staggered zebra crossing and refuge, this should make it much safer for all local residents to cross the road.

In addition, although it's unlikely in the short-term, the intersection of Cansdale St and Hyde Rd does remain listed for traffic lights in future. I will continue requesting the traffic lights, including a green walk signal, in my annual local Budget submission to Council.  

This represents the culmination of six years of lobbying and pressure by our local community and I am so pleased that our persistence has paid off. Thank you all for speaking up and I look forward to seeing this important local project delivered in coming months.

Hefferan Park, Annerley Upgrade Have Your Say!

This year I have allocated $50,000 to undertake an upgrade to Hefferan Park, Annerley from the Tennyson Ward Footpath and Parks Trust Fund.

Last year, along with others in the ward, the very old and tired playground equipment was removed for safety reasons and where funds are available, I am upgrading them as a priority. The Question is what should replace it?

I am seeking community feedback on what would be supported to revitalise the small park for community use. This could include one or more of the following, for example:

• children's swings (approx. $25,000);
• seating (approx. $2500 per seat);
• urban board games (eg snakes and ladders, chess or hopscotch);
• landscaping/tree planting;
• lighting/welcome to Annerley place name project;
• public artwork; and/or
• reuse of the heritage concrete structures (limited).

The location is not ideal for a large children's playground (there are several nearby in Dutton Park and Fairfield), but I would like to activate it to reflect the needs and wishes of nearby Annerley residents. Be creative!

I welcome your ideas by email to Tennyson.Ward@bcc.qld.gov.au by  COB 11 October 2019. Or you are welcome to stop in at my office at Fairfield Gardens next to the Council Library while you are shopping to pass on your ideas.

I will be in the Park to talk with you in person on Saturday, 28 September from 12noon to 1pm.  Please drop by to discuss your ideas. I look forward to hearing from you.

Hyde Rd Dog Off Leash Area Maintenance Works

Over coming months, Council will begin works to remediate the patches of dirt within the Hyde Rd Park dog off leash area (DOLA). This will include returfing of the bare patches to make the area more even and help make sure dogs leave the park as clean as when they arrived!

Yeronga BushCare Working Bee

Yeronga Bushcare Group will be doing a major planting of trees, bushes and understorey plants on  Saturday 21st September, from 8am-11am. All hands welcome.  The Group are focusing on 4-5 major clumps that build on existing mature trees before the summer heat really sets in.

Brisbane City Council has done the preparatory work, including slashing and spraying major weeds (guinea grass) plus drilling holes for the plants and installed an extra water tank. All that's left to do is plant and water and hope for rain!

Where? along the riverbank just upstream from the Anita St/Esplanade intersection.

Not just hard yakka: as usual, there will be tea, coffee and home-made biscuits for a friendly morning tea break and a chance to chat with like-minded  folk from this area.  

Join the Yeronga Probus Club!

Are you retired or semi-retired and have some spare time on your hands? Why not check out the Yeronga Probus Club Inc who offers you stimulated conversations, friendship, fellowship and fun. The group meet  meet at 10am every second Tuesday of the month, from February to December, at the Yeronga RSL, Fairfield Rd, Yeronga. All are welcome!

For further Information contact Maureen on 3848 8321 or 0419150568

Create-a-circus
10am-12pm, Sun 22 Sep
Bookings essential. Do you love dressing up and being the centre of attention? This is a drama workshop with a difference! Come and create your own circus character complete with wonderful dressups and face paint and then put on a creative showcase for family at the conclusion of the session. This is a GOLD'n'Kids program for children and seniors to enjoy together.
Yeronga Memorial Park

Bee-Bot goes on a bear hunt
3:30-4:30pm, Mon 23 and 30 September
He's going to catch a big one! Will you come too? Help this fun little robot swish swash, and splash splosh through the woods looking for bears. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 5-8 years. Bookings required.
Annerley Library

Interval training
9-10am, Wed 25 Sep
Bookings essential. Stay active, fit and healthy by participating in high and low impact exercise sessions. This is a Chillout event suitable for 10-17 years of age.
Pegg's Park, Moorooka

Ozobot treasure hunt*
1:30-3:30pm, Wed 25 Sep
During this workshop, participants will work in pairs to create a simple program for an Ozobot miniature robot to navigate a maze and get to the treasure.
Fairfield Library

GOLD Soccer
9-10am, Mon 30 Sep
Bookings essential. The focus of these sessions is for kids taking part in fun Ginger Sport soccer activities and games. Seniors are welcome to join in the activities if they wish or cheer play from the sidelines.  This is a GOLD'n'Kids program for children and seniors to enjoy together.
Ken Fletcher Park, Tennyson

Learn how to longboard basics
9-10:30am, Wed 2 Oct
Bookings essential. Learn the basics of longboarding at this free beginner workshop. Our qualified ASF coaches will show you how to push, balance, brake and turn safely. Longboards and helmets can be provided. This is a Chillout event suitable for 10-17 years of age.
Ken Fletcher Park, Tennyson

Cartoon workshop with Cartoon Dave
10:30-11:30am, Wed 2 Oct
Dave 'Cartoon Dave' Hackett has taught cartooning to more than 200,000 children in school and libraries all over the world. He is the author of seven how-to-cartooning books, three picture books and six novels. Join Dave as he shares his cartooning skills during this fun and interactive workshop. Ideal for children aged 6-12 years. Bookings required.
Annerley Library

School holidays: Finding Your Quiet Through Mindful Reading*
2-3pm, Wed 2 Oct
Peter will share his latest book A Quiet Girl, Megan will workshop techniques young people can use to calm themselves, and there will be quiet music and peaceful dove origami. Ideal for children aged 6-11 years. Bookings required.
Fairfield Library

Bee-Bot goes on a bear hunt
3-4pm, Wed 2 Oct
He's going to catch a big one! Will you come too? Help this fun little robot swish swash, and splash splosh through the woods looking for bears. No prior programming experience required. Bookings required.
Fairfield Library

Basic BMX skills
10am-12pm, Fri 4 Oct
Learn basic BMX skills. This is a Chillout event suitable for 5-17 years of age.
Muriel Avenue Park, Moorooka

Ozobot treasure hunt
10:30am-12pm, Sat 5 and 12 Oct
During this workshop, participants will work in pairs to create a simple program for an Ozobot miniature robot to navigate a maze and get to the treasure. Ideal for children aged 8-12 years. Booking required.
Annerley Library

Residents are currently running a petition to reduce the speed limit along the newly-opened King Arthur Tce, Yeerongpilly and surrounding streets. The road was recently reconfigured and opened with a speed limit of 60km/h after works undertaken by the State Government as part of their Yeerongpilly Green project.

Since reopening, a number of residents have raised concerns with the speed limits and road/crossing configurations on these streets and are now undertaking a petition calling on improved road safety around the Yeerongpilly Green precinct and a reduction to the current speed limits.

King Arthur Tce is a well-used and busy street connecting to Fairfield and Oxley Rds. However, the area is utilised by many pedestrians, bikes and residents attempting to access their homes, the Queensland Tennis Centre, Council building or the nearby train station.

You can sign the petition online here before 30 September 2019 to have your say and support the safety measures proposed by the petitioners.

Last week Council announced draft plans for the Moggill Rd and Coonan St intersection upgrade. As this project will impact, for better or worse, on traffic using the Coonan St corridor I encourage you to have your say so we get the best outcome possible.

In my view, the project prioritises East - West traffic using Moggill Rd and, if not done properly, could have a detrimental effect on North - South traffic from our side of the River heading into the City and other North-side destinations.

As the glossy brochure contains only very small concept style images which lack detail, it is critical that you review the plans, ask questions and attend an information session, if possible. The cost of the project has not been revealed, which is odd. Option A, the t-intersection, will be approximately 25 seconds slower along the Coonan St corridor. Option B, the bridge overpass, will be an approximate 8 seconds faster for Coonan St drivers. So essentially about the same as now. Understanding whether the project will improve traffic safety and reduce congestion for Southside residents and at what cost is essential information that is not provided in the newsletter.

Upon initial review, Option B looks better because of the estimated 8 second time saving, BUT phasing for the traffic lights at the bridge overpass is unclear, merging lane length on the slip lane are unclear, and the merge with through traffic on Moggill Rd heading into the city may be controlled by a give way or a stop sign and Council have not made a decision on access. How the merge to Moggill Rd for Coonan St drivers heading to the city will be controlled is unclear, but important information that we should speak up about.

I have drafted a range of questions here  that I have put to Council and I have included the additional information on Coonan St time savings/detriment above. If you attend a meeting feel free to raise these issues or any others of concern to you.

An information session is being held at Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, L3 food court, on Thu, 19 September 2019, between 6pm and 8pm.

You can call Council's City Projects team on 1800 010 705 to seek information or email them at cityprojects@brisbane.qld.gov.au. You can view the project information on Council's website here
or call my office and we can send you a hard copy of the plans. Submissions must be in by the end of October 2019. Next year Council will consult on a final design, depending on which option, A or B, is supported. It is so important that you speak up now.

It is critical that you speak up now, as Council will make a decision that could adversely impact on our community for decades.

Registrations for the 2019 Garage Sale Trail are now open.

Get on board to join 400,000 Australian's putting secondhand first on 19 and 20 October.

Get in quick, as eligible garage sales will receive a free seller pack, with posters, bunting, price tags and more to make your sale even more awesome. But hurry, these are only available to the first 1,250 registrations.

For more information, visit the Garage Sale Trail's website here.

It's the most fun you can have saving the planet.