Category Archives: General

KEEP COSTS DOWN AS THE TEMPERATURE DROPS

With winter approaching, Energy Ombudsman Barry Adams warns Queenslanders to not let a high energy bill raise their temperature as the cooler weather sets in.
“It’s important to keep warm, but keep costs down as the temperature drops,” Mr Adams said.
"The cooler months usually place a greater demand on electricity usage and, in turn, an increase in the amount owed on energy bills.”
Read More..

ZONTA CLUB OF PINE RIVERS Inc. June08

Post Image
logo_zonta.gifPresident Jan Spittle, Lisa Bodman, Shekyra, Vice President Lorraine Hunter
Members of the Zonta Club of Pine Rivers Inc are working to improve the quality of life of local women.
Zonta Club of Pine Rivers recently held a sewing bee to make mastectomy cushions for women recovering from breast cancer surgery.
The members spent an enjoyable day of sewing and fellowship producing 50 cushions that were donated to North West Hospital at Everton Park.zonta_sewing_bee_shekyra_72dpi.jpg
Read More..

U3A June 08

Post Image
logo_u3a.gifU3A Pine Rivers Monthly Meeting will be held at Bray Hall, Petrie at Cooke and O’Loan Sts on the 20th June at 10.00am – Please note the change in venue.
Read More..

TRAVELSCENE SAMFORD June08

More from Madi’s diary
Dubrovnik, Croatia
9/06/07

This morning we went to the airport early and said goodbye to Santorini. First we flew to Athens then we flew to our destination Dubrovnik.  To get there we took a scenic route which was beautiful, because you could see the old and new Dubrovnik.  I was amazed to see the walls, gates and watch towers.  We got to our apartment and met the owner Zoran. Zoran, who always said ‘no problem’ and ‘super’.  Had a great sleep.
Read More..

TOPPA June08

Post Image

by Sarah Bragg

Read More..

Families rediscover holidays on the road

Rising interest rates and household budget strain are sending a growing number of Australian families onto the road, with families now accounting for up to a quarter of the caravan, camping and touring holiday market.
Research also shows that of all the Queensland families which have a caravan, about 42 per cent make one trip each year, 36 per cent make two trips per year and 22 per cent make three trips or more each year.
Caravanning Queensland CEO Ron Chapman said families were rediscovering the freedom, flexibility and affordability of caravanning, camping and touring holidays.
Read More..

COMPETITION WINNERS

Post Image

APRIL:

april_comp_winner_hambling_72dpi.jpgMOTHERS DAY COMPETITION WINNER
Joseph Hambling was thrilled to have one such a great present for his mother in our Mothers Day Competition.  Here he is pictured, at left, with his mother.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Read More..

What’s On at QUEENSLAND MUSEUM SOUTH BANK June08

Queensland Museum South Bank, Open 9.30am – 5pm daily, entry free, charges apply to the Sciencentre
Cnr Grey & Melbourne Sts, South Bank
Ph: (07) 3840 7555, www.southbank.qm.qld.gov.au
Read More..

SMOKE DETECTORS

We all know of the benefits of having smoke detectors.
Do we all remember to change the batteries on our smoke detectors – every 12 months? 
Do we all remember to check that each smoke detector is working by pushing that ‘test’ button – monthly?
Do we vacuum over and around the outer casing regularly –say weekly?  Dust and debris will impede its effectiveness!
Read More..

Samford solar energy installers, roofers project managers wanted

Beyond Building Energy is a fast-growing company that is delivering the Samford Solar Neighbourhood scheme. While it has its own installation teams it prefers to contract local people to work as:
Solar energy installers accredited through the Clean Energy Council.
Read More..