Hemmant Scout Group is looking for adults over the age of 18 who would be interested in volunteering their time for 2-3 hours per week to lead young people in the Hemmant Scout Group.
What do YOU get?
A Certificate 4 in Leadership (at no cost to you) , a Free blue card, a free uniform and free personal development that will enhance job prospects. It is during school term only and will involve 1 night per week finishing by 7.30pm.
This is a great opportunity for the right person or persons.
For further enquiries, please contact Janet Gou:gh janet.gough@optusnet.com.au or 0412988059
Posted by webmaster on Wednesday, 22 February 2012 @ 16:39:52
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Jock and Joan Kennedy - their memory lives on.
On Saturday 11th February, Jock and Joan Kennedy's 6 children returned to Russel Island, which was, from mid 40s to early 60s, their happy childhood home. After a picnic morning tea in "Jock Kennedy Park" (waterside land the Kennedys bequeathed for parkland to Redlands Council when they left the Island) great grandchildren splashed happily at the end of the boat ramp, while Rodney, Rosemary, Susan, Jane, Andrew and Daniel, along with their spouses boated out to "The Deep Hole" (Jock's best loved to fish spot). Here, with reminiscences of their heritage in two wonderful parents, they floating flowers around and lowered their loved ones combined ashes into the water.
Jock and Joan Kennedy were well loved, 'servant spirited' members of Wynnum/Manly community for almost 40 years. After celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary last June, Joan at 95 years, reached her "Glory Day", (as some of herfamily like to term it) on August 20th 2011. Life was not easy for Jock (96) without her and, mercifully, they were 'reunited' on January 2nd of this year as he too 'graduated' to a 'higher life'.
Though missed, family, as well as many members of the community, give thanks for the impact that the love of these two wonderful people had on so many lives.
Posted by webmaster on Saturday, 18 February 2012 @ 11:20:12
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Sibley Road Pedestrian Refuge
Cr Peter Cumming has announced that there will be pedestrian refuges constructed near the intersection of Wynnum North Road and Sibley Road to assist pedestrians to cross the roads. The refuges are planned for construction in March 2012 and will be completed in the 2011/12 financial year. Pedestrian refuges allow pedestrians to stage their crossing of the road, require that pedestrians observe traffic approaching from one direction only, and reduce the width of roadway to be crossed.
Cr Cumming said that a request for traffic lights at the intersection had been refused because traffic volumes were not high enough.
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Cr Cumming on 3403 2180.
Posted by webmaster on Tuesday, 14 February 2012 @ 18:32:37
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Black Jack on the Rocks
Sudden savage storm puts $600,000 yacht on to the rocks at the mouth of Manly Harbour Wednesday the 8th of February. The Yacht “Black Jack Too” a 42-foot Stallion RP42 ran 2nd overall in the 2010 Queensland IRC Championship but was caught off guard as strong wind and rain struck the Wynnum Manly area. The storm struck just as the yacht was entering Manly Harbour causing it to blow on to the rocks. A crowd gathered to watch the drama as the Coast Guard and crew struggle to get the yacht back into the water.
The brief storm also brought down tree branches and flooded roads in the area.
Posted by webmaster on Wednesday, 08 February 2012 @ 19:37:11
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Movies in the Park - WHALE RIDER - Sat 4 February 2012
Free Movies in the Park this Saturday 4 February 2012 screens WHALE RIDER.
The theme for this month's Movies is New Zealand Day, activities commence at 12.00 noon in Little Bayside Park, Manly. Live entertainment, food, market stalls, kids amusements will be on offer all afternoon.
Inquiries 3348 3524 (Manly Info Centre) or www.manlyharbourvillage.com
Posted by webmaster on Wednesday, 01 February 2012 @ 17:40:12
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Free Australia Day Breakfast
Dear Wynnum Manly Residents, Unfortunately the Wynnum Manly Australia Day breakfast has had to be cancelled for the first time in it’s 16 year history. The reasons were the heavy rain, the forecast of further heavy rain, and the possibility of damage being caused to the park. Instead there will be a free morning tea upstairs at the Wynnum Manly Leagues Club 92 Wondall Road Manly West commencing at 9.30 am on Thursday 26th January. Tea, coffee and lamingtons will be provided.
The winners of the Australia Day Colouring in competition will be announced and the prizes awarded.
The Scope Club of Wynnum Australia Day Award for outstanding voluntary service will also be presented. This is a very important local award. The morning tea will last for one hour.
Entries in the colouring in competition should be brought to the club by 9.30 am at the latest.
See you there.
Posted by webmaster on Saturday, 21 January 2012 @ 09:34:18
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New FREE choir starting in Wynuum in February
The "Bay Singers" will be having their first get together at the Wynnum hall (corner of Bay and Cedar) on the 6th February from 10am until 12 noon. It will be a weekly event from then on, excluding public holidays. You don't need to have any experience, everyone is welcome!
Contact Eliza for more information, by phone: 3122 8623 or by email: eliza@elizasart.com
Posted by webmaster on Tuesday, 17 January 2012 @ 16:51:55
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An Evening with Ange Postecoglou
Just over a year ago, the name Ange Postecoglou was nearly unknown in Brisbane football circles. Now, of course, he's a household name, an icon, a pioneer...whatever superlative you'd like to roll out, it fits nicely with the current A-League Premiership winning Brisbane Roar Coach.
And Bayside United Football Club are giving you a chance to sit down and experience an evening with the master. NSL winning player and coach, Socceroo, Young Socceroos coach, television pundit... Postecoglou remains one of the most interesting people in the Australian game and he'll be taking the stage to talk you through the highlights of his brilliant career.
Of course, no Sportsman's dinner would be complete without a Q and A session to round off the evening. Who's gonna ask him about the infamous on-screen spat with Craig Foster?
A three course meal, top-flight Australian comedian Fred Lang, raffles and sporting auctions will keep you well-fed and entertained thorughout the night for only $85 a ticket or $750 for a table of ten.
Venue: Waterloo Bay Leisure Centre Date: 27th January
To book contact Ben on 0450 244 555 or Steve on 0403 461 286.
Posted by webmaster on Saturday, 14 January 2012 @ 11:24:28
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Want to travel and get paid?
Are you interested in travelling and getting paid for it? A number of graduates of the International TESOL College, based in the Wynnum Manly area, have already taken up positions overseas.
There are many countries keen to have 'native English speakers' as English teachers as the people around the world realise that most business is done in English. Opportunities abound.
There are short term volunteering positions, short term paid positions, and most commonly 12 month contracts to teach in primary schools, high schools, universities or in business situations.
Some countries demand that the applicant has a university degree, others do not.
Some positions offer return air fare too (reimbursed after part or all of the contract), and in most places there are great opportunities to travel in non teaching times.
The big news this week is that Wynnum Manly is to get a new library following the sale of the old Wynnum Central School site to the Brisbane City Council. The State Government will require the brick building to be retained for community use.
Council has promised a new library, a park and some redevelopment of the site. This is all within the provisions of the Wynnum Manly Neighbourhood Plan which was passed unanimously by council and came into effect on 1st July 2009. I will be holding Council to these promises and have a set a timeline for the new library to be open well before the end of the next term of council , namely March 2016.
I woud also like to see a set of public toilets adjacent to the new library. I still get regular requests for public toilets in Wynnum Central, despite the council paying for toilets behind Wynnum One Hour Photos to be cleaned and opened during trading hours and the toilets between Coles and the Amcal chemist which have been closed recently but which I have requested be reopened.
The Wynnum library services a large part of Brisbane as the nearest libraries are at Carindale, Carina and Bulimba. Under modern library standards the library should be larger because of the strong patronage levels. I look forward to working with council staff and the community in ensuring an appropriate design for the new library.
If you are a regular library user please let me know your ideas for the new library.
Posted by webmaster on Thursday, 12 January 2012 @ 14:44:47
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New Years Eve Fireworks
Two Big Bangs! Saturday 31st December 2011 Family fireworks at Manly, one for the kids at 9pm and again at 12am Welcoming the New Year! Manly Harbour Village thank you for your co-operation and support of all the Manly Harbour Village events this year and wish you a Happy New Year!
Displays will be viewable from Manly Harbour Village restaurants or if you prefer takeaway fish and chips, the fireworks will be able to be seen from along Royal Esplanade, south of Little Bayside Park. Enjoy the view!
From, Your Manly Harbour Village Traders
Inquiries to Manly Information Centre Call 3348 3524
Posted by webmaster on Saturday, 31 December 2011 @ 14:57:05
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No Appointments Necessary for Muscular Pain
Hi. My name is Nickki Lee-Leong and I’d like to introduce myself as your new local Remedial Massage Therapist specialising in Emmett, Bowen, Reiki and Massage. I am working with Leanne Zaver at Manly Acupuncture & Natural Therapies on Stratton Terrace in Manly.
I have been in practice for 10 years. I have worked at Palazzo Versace Spa, the Golden Door Health Club Mirage and the Golden Door Retreat in the Gold Coast Hinterland. In 2006 I was contracted to work at Peak Performance Combined Muscle Therapies in Townsville. From 2009 I worked from my home-based clinic also in Townsville. In this time I have massaged various people from 6 month old babies to the elderly, including the NQ Cowboys.
Cr Peter Cumming has announced that Andrew Street, Lota, adjacent to the Bayside United Soccer Club, will be upgraded. Cr Cumming said that the street will be widened and car parking spaces sealed, adjacent to the Club’s fence. This work is scheduled to be completed by 30 June, 2012. The cost of the project is $92,000.
Councillor Cumming said the improvements were intended to make the street safer during periods of heavy usage on Saturday mornings during the soccer season. Work is expected to start in February 2012 and finish in March 2012.
Posted by webmaster on Thursday, 29 December 2011 @ 10:48:56
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Community Christmas Carols at the Pelican's
Community Carols at the Pelican's Nest by the Bay went off without a hitch on Saturday night after being rained out last year. Dinners and passers-by were treated to a chorus of Christmas tunes from a local choir group. Early birds would have caught the Paddle Pop Lion handing out free gifts.
After the carols the firework show commenced. A large crowd gathered to witness a spectacular show. Mike the owner of the Pelican's Nest by the Bay is always keen to support the community and supporting local charities.
Posted by webmaster on Tuesday, 20 December 2011 @ 20:18:59
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Photographic Exhibition: Human Face of Climate Change
Land Is Life Photographic Exhibition: Human Face of Climate Change
Wynnum and Bayside residents have the chance to see a powerful nationally touring photographic exhibition highlighting the impacts of climate change on communities around the world.
Wynnum Church of Christ will host the “Land is Life” display produced by Oxfam Australia. Church Pastor Gareth Williams said the exhibition would be held at the church’s hall at 55 Berrima Street until December 15.
Open times are Tuesday December 13 7-9pm, Wednesday December 14 9am-3pm, Thursday December 15 7-9pm.
Dear Wynnum Manly Residents, 
