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3403 8888.

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ANNERLEY LIBRARY

Babies, Books and Rhymes
Mondays 11:30am

Toddler Time
Mondays, 10am

Children's Storytime
Tuesdays, 10am

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FAIRFIELD LIBRARY

Minecraft Hour of Code*
4-5pm, Thu 12 Dec
Join the fun and participate in a global computer science learning event, The Hour of Code. Use your problem solving skills to learn basic coding concepts and overcome Minecraft themed in-game obstacles. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 9-12 years.

Facebook Basics*
2-3:30pm, Fri 13 Dec
Learn how to create your own Facebook account to connect with family, friends and your favourite organisations. Discover basic navigation skills and how to manage your privacy settings. Basic computer skills, internet skills and an email account required.

The Indoor Plant Revolution*
10-11:30am, Sat 14 Dec
Science shows that plants are good for you, but how do you get the best out of your indoor plants? Join horticulturist Claire Bickle to find out about the latest trends and plant species and how to grow them.

Meet Rachel Cassidy*
2-3pm, Sat 14 Dec
Stalked is a perceptive analysis of stalking from the inside told by the targets, the stalkers, and the experts who deal with the havoc wreaked by the people who harass or persecute others with unwanted and obsessive attention. Books will be available for purchase on the day, or bring your copy from home for Rachel to sign.

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

Southside Community Craft Circle*
1-3pm, Tue 7 Jan
This craft group makes clothes, rugs and toys to support disadvantaged children in Queensland. New members welcome. Please phone Wendy on 3341 2039 for more information.

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ACTIVE AND HEALTHY

Skateboarding Workshop*
9-10:30am, Sat 14 Dec
Gain confidence, get comfortable with your balance and learn a new set of skateboarding skills.
For bookings phone 1300 918 531
J.F O'Grady Memorial Park, Fairfield

Interval Training*
5:30-6:30pm, Mondays
Stay fit or start your fitness journey with this interval training course.
For bookings, phone Nadia on 0487 070 174
Fehlberg Park, Yeronga

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

Tai Chi
8-9am, Sundays
Call Kevin on 3376 1830 for more info. 
Robinson Park, Fairfield

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GOLD

Tai Chi
8:30am-9:30am, Thursdays
Enjoy gentle exercise for complete fitness. Meet near the Somerville House Sports and Aquatic Centre.
Brisbane Corso Park, Yeronga

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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
Multicultural Craft Group - 10am

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
Open House - 8:30am-1pm

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

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Books and Braille
9:30-11am, 1st Monday of the month
Ages 0-5. Gold coin donation for morning tea.
Braille House, 507 Ipswich Rd, Annerley

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 Globe Trotters
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6am
16 Dublin Street, Yeronga
Heart Foundation Walking Group - medium walking speed, all ages.
Call the walk organiser to let them know you are attending: 3217 1027

Merry Christmas

With the rain last night comes the mess today. There is a huge amount of organic debris down across roads, parks and footpaths.  Please call Council on 34038888 or my office on 34038605 to report any problems.  You can also log clean up jobs with Council online at www.brisbane.qld.gov.au or via Council's facebook page. Council officers are out doing inspections today but if there is a problem in your street please report it as soon as possible.

Congratulations to all the grade 6 and grade 12 students graduating in recent weeks. It has been wonderful to share in these events and celebrate the achievements of our wonderful local schools.

I hope as Christmas approaches you have the chance to spend time with your family and friends over the holidays and recharge for 2020.

Thank you to the Junction Fest team for the wonderful Christmas celebration on Saturday and The Fairfield Christian Family Church for hosting the biggest ever community carols at Robinson Park yet. I am so pleased to support these wonderful events in our community.

Merry Christmas and have a very safe and prosperous New Year, Regards, Nicole.
 

Some of you may have heard reports last week about Council looking at a Tunnel under Ipswich Rd Annerley. As you know I have been working with local community and pushing Council to undertake road and pedestrian upgrades for some years. It turns out that Council has been doing planning behind the scenes but has been sitting on the reports.

One of those reports looks at the future of Ipswich Rd between Woolloongabba and Granard Rd, Rocklea. Currently 65,000 vehicles per day use Ipswich Rd and that is supposed to increase by 63% to 105,000 by 2031. It's also a crash hot spot with 400 -500 accidents over five years and has poor pedestrian, cycling and public transport amenity. Ipswich Rd divides our local community and puts people at risk. It is a dangerous place for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists and has been shockingly neglected by the Council for decades.

The Council investigation contains a number of recommendations, one of which is to conduct a pre-feasibility study into a tunnel under Ipswich Rd.  We need innovative solutions along Ipswich Rd that get through traffic to its destination efficiently and reclaims surface streets for local traffic, pedestrians and cyclists. A Nundah-style bypass tunnel under Annerley Junction may be just the catalyst needed to spark urban renewal and reunite and revitalise Annerley. After decades of neglect Council must fast-track the tunnel feasibility study and undertake consultation with the local councillors and our community on the way forward. 

I wanted to get the report out into the open and get the conversation Council has been ignoring started.  I want Council to invest in a safer, more efficient Ipswich Rd that revitalises and connects our community, including proper turning lanes at the Ipswich Rd, Venner Rd intersection.

Gold Lotto City Hall Spectacular

Every 15 minutes from 7:30-9:30pm during December

City Hall, King George Square

Christmas Parade

From 6:30pm, 14-23 Dec

Queen Street Mall, from Edward Street to King George Square

Christmas Light Bus Tours

From 6:45pm, 16-20 Dec

Departing from various locations. Adults $22, Concession and Children $11. Visit the Council website here for bookings and more information

The Lights of Christmas at St Stephen's Cathedral

7-10:30pm daily, 11-24 Dec

Cathedral of St Stephen, 249 Elizabeth St

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

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Summer Reading in Brisbane Libraries

Brisbane City Council libraries' Summer Reading program combines reading and library activities to help kids experience the joy of reading over the school holiday break, as well as keeping them on track for the new school year.

Council's 33 libraries will host the Summer Reading program from Saturday 14 December 2019 until Saturday 25 January 2020. It is open to children aged 12 years and younger.

By participating in the program, kids collect stickers over the summer to complete a Summer Reading pocket book. They are eligible for a sticker (issued by a Council library staff member):

• each time they attend a Summer Reading event; or
• finish reading a book

Children who complete their pocket book are eligible for a prize as a reward for effort.

You can find more information on Council's website here.

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Annerley Library

Book-to-Film Event: The Voyages of Doctor Doolittle*
10-11am, Sat 14 Dec
Based on the beloved books by Hugh Lofting, join in the fun and games to celebrate the film release of The Voyages of Doctor Doolittle. Ideal for children aged 8-12 years.

Literary Event: David Walliams*
2-3pm, Mon 16 Dec
Join the fun and activities based on David Walliam's wonderul books, including The Midnight Gang. Ideal for children aged 6-12 years.

Bush Christmas Storytime*
10-11am, Tue 17 Dec
Enjoy Christmas stories celebrating the Australian bush and create an ornament inspired by Australian wildlife and plants. Ideal for children aged 4-8 years.

Performance: Red Rocket 3*
10:30-11:30am, Wed 18 Dec
Join three-piece live children's band, Red Rocket 3 for a high-energy performance. Enjoy live music, sing-a-longs, interactive games and a whole lot of fun. Ideal for children aged 3-10 years.

Annual Christmas Show from the Cheeky Monkey Club*
2:30-3:30pm, Fri 20 Dec
It's Christmas time with the Cheeky Monkey Club! Come along and join in this interactive musical adventure incorporating singing, dancing, puppetry, problem solving and fun. Ideal for children aged eight years and younger.

Great Paper Plane Race*
2-3pm, Mon 6 Jan
What are the factors that affect plane flight? Can you design and build a winning plane? Learn the history of avionics and participate in the competitive world of paper planes during this fun activity. Ideal for children aged 6-12 years.

Workshop: Kindy Science - Where Do Rainbows Come From?*
11-12pm, Tue 7 Jan
Learn about the basic physics of light, make rainbows using prisms and the
sun, use prism kits to observe refraction and reflection, and mix light colours.
Ideal for children aged 4-6 years.

Make Your Own Miniature Books With Make&Meld*
10-11am, Fri 10 Jan
Create your own mini book collection using scrap leather, cardboard and
recycled paper. Each participant will make three mini books bound in leather
and personalised using ink and stamps. Kids can use these cute little books to create their own tiny novels, mini flip books or pocket-sized notebooks.
Ideal for children aged 5-12 years.

Workshop: Nature Storybooks with Megan Daley*
1-2pm, Sat 18 Jan
Grow your love of books about the natural environment through exploration of the Nature Storybooks series, an award-winning series of narrative non-fiction texts for young readers. Enjoy a reading of Searching for Cicadas by Lesley Gibbes and Judy Watson, learn about other nature themed books and create a cicada themed artwork complete with cicada facts to get ready for summertime cicada watching! Ideal for children aged 6-10 years.

Geronimo Stilton Themed Tea and Trivia*
2-3pm, Mon 20 Jan
Join us for an afternoon of fun as you test your Geronimo Stilton knowledge with trivia and questions. Families, groups and individuals welcome.

Alison Lester's Magic Beach*
10-11am, Tue 21 Jan
Explore a perfect beach where you can swim, surf, splash through the waves, make sandcastles, hunt for treasure, and explore rock pools. Imagine a beach where adventure begins through staff-led craft and activities inspired by Alison Lester's Magic Beach, a true Australian classic. Ideal for children aged 3-8 years.

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Fairfield Library

Stink-o-saurus and Nee Naw Live Show With Deano Yipadee*
10:30-11:20am, Thu 19 Dec
Join bestselling children's author, Deano Yipadee with a hilarious comedy live music performance. Children bounce, laugh and sing-a-long with Deano's bestselling books including Stink-o-saurus and Nee Naw The Little Fire Engine. With interactive props and instruments this show is sure to have kids (and parents) in stitches. Ideal for children aged 0-11 years.

Christmas Holiday Maker Space*
1-3pm; Thu 19 Dec, Fri 20 Dec, Sat 21 Dec
Drop in anytime between 1-3pm and join in our Christmas scavenger hunt and craft activity. Ideal for all ages.

Outback Christmas Storytime*
11am-12pm, Fri 20 Dec
Enjoy a special bush Christmas storytime. Create your own special craft for the holidays. Ideal for children aged 2-8 years.

New Year Maker Space*
1-3pm; Thu 9 Jan, Fri 10 Jan, Sat 11 Jan, Thu 16 Jan, Fri 17 Jan, Sat 18 Jan
Drop in anytime between 1-3pm, and enjoy a mystery craft. Ideal for children 6-11 years.

Workshop: Bricks 4 Kidz Pocket Brick Monsters*
10:30-11am and 11:30am-12pm, Thu 16 Jan
Get ready for an adventure in the world of Pokémon®! Capture wild Pokémon® creatures and train them for battle. Tap into your inner engineer as we build Dratini, Pikachu, Poké Balls and more. Show off your skills as you battle for power in your journey through the Poké mon® universe. Do you have what it takes to be a Pokémon® master? Ideal for children aged 5-11 years.

Workshop: Going on a Bear Hunt with Bazil Grumble*
11am-12pm, Thu 23 Jan
We can't go over it, we can't go under it! Oh no!! We'll have to go through it! Come along, bring your teddy too! Go on a bear hunt and hear some stories about bears of all shapes and sizes. Play fun, energetic games that will keep you active and let you show off your moves. Then make your very own teddy bear, panda bear or koala bookmark. How much fun can a teddybear! Ideal for children aged 3-7 years.

Sphero and the Enchanted Forest*
1-2:30pm, Fri 24 Jan and Sat 25 Jan
Help Sphero find his way through the enchanted forest using simple coding skills. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 5-8 years.

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Ken Fletcher Park

Wheely Fun
8-9am, Thurs 16 Jan
Riding's more fun on two wheels our friendly trainer will help your young one make the transition from training wheels to two wheels, and provide some tips for how you can keep encouraging them. Young riders who are already off their training wheels are welcome too. Presented as part of Council's Active and Healthy and Cycling Brisbane programs. Bookings essential phone BEAKA on 0419 648 296 for more information.

Become a Wheel World Wizard
9-10:30am, Thurs, 16 Jan
Through riding-based games and fun activities learn the skills you need to have fun off-road and on the bikeways. Presented as part of Council's Active and Healthy and Cycling Brisbane programs. Bookings essential phone BEAKA on 0419 648 296 for more information.

Council is offering free immunisation clinics throughout the first half of 2020. Clinics will be held at the Corinda Bowls Club, 58 Hall Avenue, Corinda from 9-11am each Wednesday starting on 8 January with the final clinic on 24 June.

For more information, including immunisation fact sheets, visit the Council website here.

Commencing Monday, 3 February 2020, Council will be conducting a Kerbside Large Item Collection Service for Tennyson Ward residents in Annerley, Fairfield, Tennyson, Yeerongpilly and Yeronga.

Items can be left on the kerbside one day prior to the collection commencement date.
Please ensure the following guidelines are observed when placing items on the kerbside for collection:

• the piles are tidy so the footpath and/or roadway is kept clear;
• piles are no larger than two cubic metres (equal to a small box trailer load);
• doors must be removed from refrigerators and cupboards;
• no sharp or dangerous objects;
• secure items if severe weather is expected;
• items must be able to be easily and safely lifted by two people.

Council will not collect unacceptable items placed on the kerb and illegal dumping fines may apply if unacceptable material is not removed. Unacceptable items include the following:

• vegetation, dirt, stone, bricks, potted plants;
• construction waste;
• asbestos;
• car parts and tyres;
• general household waste;
• liquids and hazardous waste (paint, chemicals);
• gas bottles;
• glass and mirrors.

What a busy year it has been. Here are some highlights from the year:

• new playgrounds completed in Annerley and Corinda with more on the way in Yeronga, Fairfield and Sherwood Arboretum in the New Year;
• new pedestrian upgrades around Corinda SS, Graceville SS and Mary Mac and Our Lady's and plans are underway for a zebra crossing outside Graceville Rail Station;
• we've finally got the State and Council talking to fix the low rail Bridge at Corinda/Sherwood (widen not raise) and to protect significant bushland and open space at the Oxley Secondary College;
• we've pushed Council to act on Ipswich Rd - it's early days yet, but planning is underway;  
• four new footpaths delivered, Equity Street Annerley fixed (Lagonda to go) and dozens fixed;
• major stormwater projects completed in Yeronga and Corinda;
• new SAM and Slow Down signs installed at speeding hot spots;
• dog park upgrades at Fairfield and Yeronga and several dog friendly events;
• wonderful events like Active School Travel activities and Movies in the Park around the ward;
• dozens of grants delivered for festivals, events and activities in our local community.

None of this would have been possible without the support of a wide range of volunteers and community groups who work so hard behind the scenes to make community life so wonderful.   

There is of course so much more to do in 2020 and with your help I will keep pushing for all the local infrastructure upgrades our area needs.

Venner Road, Annerley is posted as 60km/hr. The sign collected data for an 11 week period from 9 July to 28 September, 2019. During this time 355,528 vehicles (av. 4,336 per day) passed through the portable speed sign zone.

16,007 or 4.5% of all drivers were recorded travelling above the posted speed limit. Of the vehicles speeding, 85% were travelling at or below 66km/h. When prompted, speeding drivers reduced their speeds by an average of 5km to 61km/h within the speed camera range.

The Tennyson Ward Office will be closed over Christmas from lunchtime Tuesday, 24 December, 2019.

The Office will re-open on Monday 6 January, 2020 with the standard operating hours of Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

For any emergencies over the Christmas break, please contact Brisbane City Council's 24/7 call centre on 3403 8888.

From myself and my staff, I wish you a very Merry Christmas and enjoyable new year.

The Brisbane International is being held again from 3-12 January 2020. All residential streets within 1km of the Qld Tennis Centre will be subject to 1hr parking restrictions, residents and their visitors (with permits) excepted.

Following the opening of the new roads in Yeerongpilly Green, there are significant changes to site access. Residents will have unrestricted access to Ortive and Paragon Streets, Yeronga. You will not need a pass to access your street via King Arthur Terrace.

You can apply for a parking permit and be issued with a temporary pass from my office at Fairfield Gardens Shopping Centre from Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm up until lunchtime on 24 December 2019.

There is no cost for a temporary parking permit issued by my office. Please bring with you a copy of your vehicle registration and proof of residence, such as a rates notice, lease agreement or utility bill.

Road Resurfacing Works Yeronga Memorial Park 

Council recently completed resurfacing works on Honour Ave,  Yeronga Memorial Park and near Dunlop Pool. They look great and will make it safer for local residents, Yeronga students and the Stephen's RSL ANZAC Day March.

Road Resurfacing Works Woodville Place, Annerley

Council resurfacing works on Woodville Place, Annerley from Sarah Street to Percy Street are now complete. Longtime coming, but finally a good result. Thank you to all the residents who helped me push for the works.

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Tree Maintenance

Formative pruning of Leopard Trees and Palm trees along with the defruiting of Bunya Trees will take place across the ward in the coming weeks. These projects will be completed by February 2020.