July 2023

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Message From Nicole

Parks Update

What's On

Cost of Living Support

Kerbside Collection 2023

SAM Signs Get Results

Road and Construction Works

Useful Links:

WHAT'S ON

Items marked with * require bookings.
Contact the relevant library or
3403 8888.

ANNERLEY LIBRARY
Tel: 3403 1735

Toddler Time*
Mondays, 9:15-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Children's Storytime*
Mondays, 11-11:30am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Babies, Books and Rhymes*
Fridays 9:15-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Family History in Action: How to Start Researching*
Sat 29 Jul, 10am-12pm
Observe an experienced researcher from the Genealogical Society Queensland in action as they show you how to start tracing a family tree. Using the first mayor of Brisbane Municipal Council - John Petrie - as a 19th century example, you will learn how to use records of shipping, births, deaths, marriages, occupations and land, as well as books and newspapers.

CORINDA LIBRARY
Tel: 3407 7701

Toddler Time*
Wednesdays, 9:15-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite  seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Babies, Books and Rhymes*
Fridays, 9:15-9:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Braille Awareness Storytime*
Wed 6 Sep, 3:30-4pm
This inclusive story time will introduce tactile experiences and enhance knowledge and awareness of Braille as well as blindness and low vision.

FAIRFIELD LIBRARY
Tel: 3403 8615

Babies, Books and Rhymes*
Wednesdays 9:15-9:45am
Wednesdays 10:15-10:45am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Toddler Time*
Wednesdays, 11-11:30am
Bookings required. Visit Eventbrite seven days prior to each session to reserve your spot.

Family STEAM Afternoon*
Fri 21 Jul, 3:30-4:30pm
Join us for an afternoon of games and activities exploring science, technology, reading and art. Ideal for all ages.

Evening Book Club
Thu 20 Jul, 6-7pm
In July, read and discuss Stillhouse Lake  by Rachel Caine. New members welcome.

Book Chat
Wed 26 Jul, 1-2pm
In July, read and discuss The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. New members welcome.

20-something Book Club
Thu 27 Jul, 6-7pm
Join young adult readers of fiction and non-fiction of all genres. Come along and discuss the books that you’ve read and loved recently with other readers. Ideal for those aged 18-29 years.

One-on-one Tech Help*
Fri 28 Jul, 2-3:30pm
One-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.

Braille Awareness Storytime*
Thu 24 Aug, 3:30-4pm
This inclusive story time will introduce tactile experiences and enhance knowledge and awareness of Braille as well as blindness and low vision.

Community Immunisation Clinics*
9-11am, every second Friday (exc. public holidays)
Next clinic Friday 30 June
Corinda Bowls Club, 58 Hall Avenue, Corinda
To book or for more information, including immunisation fact sheets, visit the Council website here.

Sherwood Arboretum Guided Walk*
Sat 29 Jul, 9:30-11am
Sherwood Arboretum
Enjoy a guided walk led by the Volunteer Guides of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens and the Friends of Sherwood Arboretum.
Bookings required via Eventbrite.

Active and Healthy

Aqua Yoga*
Tuesdays 12-1pm
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Cost $ pool entry
For more information phone Nichola on 0406 574 454.

Mums n Bubs Yoga
Thursdays 9-10am
Nixon Park, Oxley
A mum and bubs yoga class to connect with yourself, your baby and others. Designed to support you post-natally, gentle stretching and strengthening practices, breathing exercises, meditation.
For more information phone Nichola on 0406 574 454.

Yoga
Saturdays, 7-8am
Vallely St Park, Annerley
Phone Deanna on 0401 247 328 for more info

Deep Water Running*
Saturdays, 10-11am
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Cost $ pool entry. For ages 17+
To book phone Aqua English on 0406 063 737.

Tai Chi Qigong in the Park
Sundays, 8-9am
Robinson Park, Fairfield
Phone Julian on 0439 073 860 for more info.

Orienteering - Map Run
Sun 27 Aug, 4-5:30pm
Sherwood Aboretum
A recreational activity and sport for all ages and fitness levels using your navigational skills with a Smart Phone and a specially produced map to discover your local parks and outdoor recreational areas. You can run, jog or walk - individually or in a group. Full instructions given. $5pp or $12 per family.

GOLD

Tai Chi for Health
Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30am
John Walker Place, Yeronga
For more information phone CM2 fitness on 0427 626 709

Belly Dance*
Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre,
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
Gentle dance focused on fitness, co- ordination, flexibility, relaxation and fun.
To book email admin@sherwoodnc.org.

Tai Chi Qigong in the Park
Thursdays, 9-10am
Meet near the carpark
Sherwood Arboretum
Phone Julia on 0412 362 338 for more info

Aqua Yoga
Thursdays, 11am-12pm
$ pool entry
Dunlop Park Memorial Pool, Corinda
Phone Nichola on 0406 574 454 for more info

Meditation and Sound Healing*
Tue 25 Jul, 10-11am
Tue 8 Aug, 10-11am
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
Learn techniques to self sooth and de-stress and reset the body.
To book email admin@sherwoodnc.org.

Expressive Dance and Art*
Tue 25 Jul, 11:30am-12:30pm
Tue 8 Aug, 11:30am-12:30pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
Gentle movement & stretching of the body followed by art therapy.
To book email admin@sherwoodnc.org.

Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
38 Thallon St, Sherwood
3379 6963

English Classes
Beginners to advanced
9:30-11:30am, Mondays
Cost $3

SEALS
Seniors group
1-3pm, Tuesdays
Cost $3

Clutter Group
Meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month
Contact David 0400 903 663

Western Suburbs Clayworkers
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10am
Contact Gai on 0411 090 370

Grumpy Old Men's Group
Thursdays, 10am-12pm

Budget Planning and Assistance
Thursdays - Contact Centre for more info

Mudlarks Pottery Club
11:30am, Fridays
Basic pottery skills required
Contact Muriel on 3379 8539

Yeronga Community Centre
Support Hours 8am-1pm, Monday-Friday
3848 2285 -- 26 Shottery St, Yeronga

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

Monday
Seniors Group - 9:30am-12pm
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm

Tuesday
Spanish Speaking Craft Group - 10am-12:30pm
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm

Wednesday
Community Breakfast - 8-9am
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm
Craft and Sewing Group - 9:30-11am

Thursday
Art Group - 9am-12pm
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm

Friday
Computer Access and Assistance - 8am-1pm

Yeronga Bushcare Group
Currently working in the Corso Park, Yeronga
·          All welcome. Keep an eye on the Facebook page for upcoming working bees.
Contact Janice Monroe 0414310326 or Michael Cahill 0403740729 for further information.

Graceville Social Soccer
Friday mornings from 6am to 7am
Graceville Memorial Oval
Players of all standards welcome for an easy going kick around (no hard tackles!).
Contact Paul if you would like more information: 0414 228 736

Sherwood Forest Runners
Saturday Mornings, 6:45am for a 7am start
Sherwood Forest Park, Jolimont St, Sherwood
Runners of all ages compete in either 2, 4 or 6km events.

Nature Babes
9:30am - 11:30am Wednesdays
0-5yrs Playgroup
Benarrawa CDA, 79 Waratah Ave, Graceville
Ph: 3379 9925

Oxley Men's Shed
18 California Rd, Oxley
Monday: 8-11:30am
Tuesday: 8-11:30am
Thursday: 8-11:30am

Chelmer Speakers Group
Learn to speak in public and enjoy it
Sherwood AFL Club
41 Chelmer Street East, Chelmer

Sherwood Senior Citizens' Club
9am-12pm Every Thursday
Chapel Garden Retirement Village Community Room
36 Primrose St, Sherwood
Morning tea at 9am followed by group meeting and activities
Phone Carol on 3379 8353 for more info

Rotary Club of Brisbane Taylor Bridge
Tuesdays 6.45pm for 7pm
Sherwood-Indooroopilly RSL Sub-Branch Building
2 Clewley St, Corinda
Ph: 0434921300 for more info

Chelmer and District Probus Club
9:30 for 10am, every 4th Tuesday of month
Croll Memorial Precinct, (opposite Sherwood Services Club)
2 Clewley St, Corinda
Phone Kathy on 0408 735 823 for more info

Sherwood Probus Club
Every 3rd Friday of month
Magpies AFL Club
Chelmer St E, Chelmer
Phone Pat on 3372 7525 for more info

Friends of Sherwood Arboretum Bushcare Group
From 8:30am every third Sunday of the month
Joseph Street Garden Shed, Sherwood
Ph: 3379 1453

Graceville Community Garden
Sundays 7am
Benarrawa Community Centre
79 Waratah Ave, Graceville
Ph: 3379 9925

Annerley Stephens History Group
Meets first Monday of the month from 6.30pm
For more info contact Dennis on 0408 001 362 or email
annerleystephenshistorygroupin@gmail.com

Stephens Croquet Club
Play days Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Yeronga Memorial Park
Access via Frederick St, Yeronga
For more info call 0439 714 312

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, Wednesday and Friday
Yeronga Uniting Church
Kingsley Pde, Yeronga

Yeronga Probus Club
10am-12pm
Second Tuesday of the month
Yeronga RSL
391 Fairfield Rd, Yeronga
Ph: 0428 196 937

Sherwood-Indooroopilly RSL Sub-Branch
2 Clewley Street, Corinda (opp Westside HQ)
Tel: 3278 6786
All current serving and ex-serving defence
force men and women are welcome.
Monthly meeting last Wednesday of the month
at 6.00pm
Wednesdays 9.30am -11.00am
Morning Tea/Coffee Drop-in
Last Saturday of the month 11.00am-2.00pm
BBQ Lunch and Drinks

Graceville Croquet Club
53 Appel St, Chelmer 4068
Looking for something different to try?
Come and play Croquet
Meet new people
Make new friends
A fabulous way to combine a healthy outdoor activity with great social interaction.
Contact graceville@croquetqld.org  for more information.

Yeronga District Residents Association
A non-political community organisation devoted to addressing the issues facing the residents of Fairfield, Yeronga and Yeerongpilly.
Contact ydra.secretary@gmail.com  for further information.

Yeronga Globe Trotters
Meet 7am on Tuesdays and Thursdays
75-90min walk
Meeting point: under the mango tree, 16 Dublin St, Yeronga
Contact: Marion 0438 334 735

Graceville Walkers
Meet 4:30pm Tuesdays and Thursdays
Meet 5:10am Wednesdays
Meet at corner of Central Ave and Oxley Rd, Graceville
Meeting point changes occasionally for variety. Call Bruce on 0402 811 641 before attending.

Club Oxley (Home of Oxley Bowls Club & Walking Football Oxley)
24A Englefield Rd, Oxley
Lawn Bowls
1-4pm Thu & Sat, Cost: $12
Walking football
6:30-8pm Wed
Cost: $10, first game free.

Centenary Theatre Group
Chelmer Community Centre
Cnr Queenscroft and Halsbury Sts, Chelmer
Phone 0435 591 720 for more information.

Half Dozen Group of Artists
37 Quarry Rd, Sherwood
Space available for hire.
Convenient to public transport.
Suitable for yoga, art classes or other group activities.
Private and airy studio space available for hire.
Tea-room facilities included.
For information, please email  hdg.artists@gmail.com.

Graceville Scottish Country Dancers
St John's Anglican Hall, California Road, Oxley
3379 7141
Thursday mornings, 9.30am - 12.30pm
Friday evenings, 7.30pm -  9.30pm

Sailability Graceville
Sailability Graceville is a volunteer organisation that introduces disabled folk to the joys of sailing, both in sailing dinghies and onboard a motor vessel suitable for wheelchairs. We operate on the river at Graceville every Tuesday and would welcome more volunteers. Previous sailing experience is not essential; we can find a job for everyone. If you are interested please contact John Nightingale on 0408113148 or Laurie Webb on 0413400861.

Oxley Seniors Citizens Club
86 Oxley Station Rd, Oxley
Contact Denise on 0416 012 934 for more information.

Sketch Club 4075
Meets at 10:30am every second Saturday morning in and around 4075.
Free, untutored urban sketching open to all ages.
Location posted on Facebook Group.

Yeronga Community Garden
"Grow, sow, connect"
Cnr Taunton and Oakwood Sts, Yeronga
in the grounds of the Yeronga SHS
We meet every Sunday at 3pm.
New members welcome at 4.30pm.
Contact us through our facebook page.

Crafty Ladies Group
2nd and 4th Friday of the month
10am - 1pm
Sherwood Neighbourhood Centre
Bring a craft item you are working on and stitch or knit  while we chat.
Primarily a social group. $3 per session.

MESSAGE FROM NICOLE

Hi everyone

Everyday residents ask me about infrastructure upgrades around Tennyson Ward. There are hundreds of projects awaiting funding around the ward including - stormwater drainage, road safety projects, intersection upgrades, carpark and sporting club upgrades, library upgrades,  public transport improvements, new lighting, toilets and much, much more. I recently published a map with all the significant local projects I am fighting for as your local Councillor. If you have an idea or want to know if a local project you are interested in is on the list please do not hesitate to contact my office tennyson.ward@bcc.qld.gov.au.         

If you are looking to have some fun activities there are a great range of local events on in the What's on section below.  The good news is we are right in the middle of fete season and there are some wonderful  events coming up over the next few weeks including:

  • St Joey's Corinda Fete, from 9am Sun 30 July;
  • Corinda SS Festival of Nations, from 10am Sat 5 August; and
  • Graceville SS Spring Fair, all day Sat 26 August.  

Pop along and help support our wonderful local schools, pick up a bargain and have a lot of fun! I hope to see you there.  

Regards, Nicole.

ps...Council's Sustainability Grants are now open for application. Grants for up to $10,000 are available to non-profit Community organisations to invest in solar panels, batteries and more to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, reduce energy costs and usage. Click here to apply.  

PARKS UPDATE

John Walker Place Gym

The new outdoor gym at John Walker Place on Brisbane Corso Yeronga is now under construction. The Corso is already a wonderful place to walk and ride and this new outdoor gym will help residents keep fit in the great outdoors for free!

Join me for the official launch on Saturday, 12 August between 2 - 4pm where a local personal trainer will be on hand to show you how to use the equipment, there will be games for the kids and afternoon tea. I hope to see you there.         

Robinson Park Shade Sail

The new shade sails were recently installed at Robinson Park, Fairfield and looked fantastic. Unfortunately, there was a tear in one of the sails and it is now being replaced. The playground upgrade looks amazing so check it out.    

Jacaranda Park, Yeronga Upgrade Have your say!

Planning is now underway for a park and playground upgrade in Jacaranda Park Yeronga. I welcome feedback from residents about what you would like to see. Keep in mind, Jacaranda Park is a local park designed for families within walking distance  not a destination park designed to attract people from across Brisbane. I've attached a short survey seeking your view or even better your children's views. Get them to fill it out and have their say! Click here to get started.        

Taylor Bridge Park, Chelmer

This year Council has allocated $150,000 to undertake a replacement play area at flood damaged Taylor Bridge Reserve under the southern bridge pylon.  Due to flooding impacts and safety issues around roots of the big fig, Council has designed an innovative nature play area, new safety fencing, footpath connection and swings. The upgrade is due to be open before Christmas. Just up the road at Gordon Thompson Park, tenders are now being called for the big kids ninja warrior course. Costs have gone through the roof, but $250,000 has now been allocated from the Ward Trust Funds to deliver this challenging fitness and play equipment.      

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WHAT'S ON

 

 

COST OF LIVING SUPPORT
There are some wonderful support services and free activities around Tennyson Ward to help you or someone you know manage cost of living issues. If you have something to give there are several community pantries that welcome donation of non-perishable food items. Or you are welcome to drop them in to my office and we will get food donations where they are needed most.  Check out the details below.

KERBSIDE COLLECTION 2023

The next kerbside collection for Annerley, Fairfield, Tennyson, Yeerongpilly and Yeronga will take place in 2024.

SAM SIGNS GET RESULTS

King Arthur Tce, Tennyson is posted as 40km/h. The sign collected data for a 15 week period from 9 January to 29 April, 2023 . During this time 385,923 vehicles (av. 3,508 per day) passed through the portable speed sign zone.

55,035 or 14.3% of all drivers were recorded travelling above the posted speed limit. Of the vehicles speeding, 85% were travelling at or below 56km/h. When prompted, speeding drivers reduced their speeds by an average of 4km to 52km/h within the speed camera range.

School Rd, Yeronga is posted as 40km/h during 7-9am and 2-4pm school days and 50km/h at all other times. The sign collected data for a 17  week period from 1 January to 29 April, 2023. During this time 254,420 vehicles (av. 2,334 per day) passed through the portable speed sign zone.

During non-school zone periods, 28,948 vehicles or 13.4% of all drivers were recorded travelling above the posted 50km/h speed limit. Of the vehicles speeding, 85% were travelling at or below 60km/h. When prompted, speeding drivers reduced their speeds by an average of 2kms to 58km/h within the speed camera range.

During school zone periods, 6,139 vehicles or 16.2% of all drivers were recorded travelling above the posted 40km/h speed limit. Of the vehicles speeding, 85% were travelling at or below 47km/h. When prompted, speeding drivers reduced their speeds by an average of 5kms to 42km/h within the speed camera range.

Please slow down around busy school and pedestrian hot spots!

ROAD AND CONSTRUCTION WORKS

Road Resurfacing

Augustus St Sherwood, 24 - 25 July from 7am - 4pm

Pratten St, Corinda btw Cliveden Ave and Brush Box Close, 20/21 and 24/25 July 7am - 4pm.

Please assist these resurfacing works by not parking on the street during construction times.  Thankyou for your patience and cooperation while these important road safety repairs are underway.    

 

Community Composting Hub Update

The Community Composting Hub at the Kurilpa Scout Hut on Villa Street, Yeronga will be closed from Tuesday July 4 until August 19. The Composting Hub at Yeronga Community Garden, on the corner of Oakwood and Taunton streets, will remain open to receive food scraps and other composting materials during this time.

Moggill Road Corridor Upgrade Project

Single lane closures on Moggill Rd, Indooroopilly inbound will be in place to facilitate piling works during the following times:

  • Day works: 7am-6pm, Sunday - Thursday starting Sunday 17 July 2023 for approx. 2 months
  • Night works: 7pm-5:30am. Sunday - Thursday starting Sunday 26 July for approx. 2 weeks

Cross River Rail

The right turn from Annerley Rd (inbound) into Cornwall St, Annerley has reopened.