Chermside Connect

PLANNED LIGHTING UPGRADE AT GIBSON PARK 

Brisbane City Council is planning to deliver upgraded lights at suburban sporting clubs, including Gibson Park in Stafford, home to Stafford District Cricket Club, Padua College and Brothers Junior Rugby League Club. The upgrade is part of Council’s Better Sports Lighting Program, which will remove outdated halogen lights and replace them with energy-efficient and higher-quality LED light fittings. Council says that replacing the lights could save each community sports club up to $4000 a year in power bills. The program is set to be rolled out over the next four years.

DRAGON AND AUSTRALIAN CRAWL TRIBUTE SHOW

April Sons of Beaches are presenting an authentic tribute to legendary bands, Dragon and Australian Crawl at the Geebung RSL this month. The Dragon and Australian Crawl Tribute Show will take place on Friday, 12 April.

Tickets are $65 for members and $80 for non-members and include a two-course dinner and a complimentary drink on arrival. Bookings essential. Phone Geebung RSL on 3265 3711 or book at reception.

SEEKING SCHOOL CROSSING SUPERVISORS

The Road Safety team at Carseldine are seeking School Crossing Supervisors in the Wavell Heights area. Supervisors must be available for both morning and afternoon shifts on the same day.

Those interested in applying are asked to contact the local Road Safety Officer on 0417 733 640 or email zillmere_road_safety@tmr.qld.gov.au

INTERACTIVE PROGRAM FOR YOUNG GIRLS

My Remarkable Self Australia is running the Me, Myself and I program for girls in grades 3-5 at the Nundah Library in Term 2. These fun and interactive classes are about developing self-esteem, learning about feelings, self-care and building resilience.

The nine-week program takes place on Tuesdays between 16 April and 11 June, from 3.30pm to 4.30pm. Cost is $162. To sign up go to www.myremarkableselfaustral...

PRESERVING LOCAL HISTORY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS

Chermside and District Historical Society (CDHS) are a group of people who preserve and develop local history by researching and recording stories of the people who have lived in the area. They welcome new members to help ensure history is preserved for future generations. Meetings are held monthly with local history experts and afternoon tea.

Email chermsidedhs@gmail.com for more information.

COME AND TRY PICKLEBALL

If you’ve been interested in learning how to play pickleball, the Brisbane Pickleball Club is inviting you to join one of their weekly Come and Try sessions. These sessions are held locally on Fridays between 10am and 11am at Shaw Park in Wavell Heights and on Saturdays between 8.15am and 10.30am at Aspley East State Primary School. Participants will learn how to play, the rules and how scoring works. All equipment is provided.

For more information visit opensports.net/Brisbane-pickleball-club/events/upcoming or email venue@brisbanepickleballclub.com

BRING THE BEAT TO THE NORTH BRISBANE DISTRICT

The Mobile Police Beat, also known as the ‘police station on wheels’ is an initiative that allows community members to request the deployment of the mobile beat to specific locations, ensuring a heightened police presence in areas where it is needed most. Mobile beat officers address local crime concerns and provide crime prevention tips to residents and business owners.

Apply to bring the Mobile Police Beat to your area online at mypolice.qld.gov.au/brisbanenorth/2024/02/15/bring-the-beat

JOIN THE CHORUS

Join the longest-running male choir in Brisbane – the Brisbane Apollo Male Choir Inc. If you are a retired male singer looking for a new outlet, new members are invited to take part in rehearsals at St Clement’s Church Hall in Stafford on Mondays from 1pm to 1.30pm. No audition is necessary.

For more information visit www.brisbaneapollochoir.com or contact president Peter Dunks on 0401 523 429.

4MBS FESTIVAL OF CLASSICS – LOCAL LIBRARY TALK

Learn about the greatest composers in classical music at a historical presentation by Gary Thorpe OAM, the General Manager of 4MBS Classic FM. Come along to Chermside Library on Monday, 29 April from 11am to 12pm for this free event, which includes a live performance by a string quartet. This event is part of the 4MBS Festival of Classics.

Bookings are essential, so please call Chermside Library on 3403 7200 to secure your spot.

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