The Travelling Film Festival is heading to Queensland, next stop Toowoomba from 6 to 8th September, where the best of Sydney Film Festival will screen at BCC Toowoomba Strand Cinemas. Don’t forget to join us for the opening night reception and film STANDING UP FOR SUNNY.
TRAVELLING FILM FESTIVAL TOOWOOMBA PROGRAM (PDF Version)
Darling Downs Health is marking National Stroke Week by raising awareness of the risk factors and signs of stroke and encouraging all staff and community members to be a FAST hero.
FAST stands for Face, Arms, Speech and Time. These are the important signs to look for in a person having a stroke.
A stroke is a serious medical emergency that occurs when blood cannot supply oxygen and important nutrients to cells in the brain. A stroke can happen when a blood clot or cholesterol plaque blocks a blood vessel, or a blood vessel leaks or breaks.
National Stroke Week is held annually from 2 to 8 September to raise awareness of the signs and prevention of stroke. This year the theme is “FAST heroesâ€Â. “
This theme is recognising the people who have spotted the signs of stroke early and called an ambulance straight away, potentially saving a life,†Nurse Navigator Stroke Unit Mr Tim Richardson said.
“It is very important you call an ambulance at the first sign of a stroke as the longer a stroke remains untreated, the greater chance of brain damage.â€Â
Using the FAST test involves asking these questions:
• FACE: has their mouth drooped?
• ARMS: Can they lift both arms?
• SPEECH: Is their speech slurred? Do they understand you?
• TIME: If you see any of these signs call an ambulance straight away. Time is critical.
The Stroke Unit at Toowoomba Hospital is displaying educational resources in the foyer of the Emma Web Building during stroke week. “We are also focusing on raising awareness for leading a healthy lifestyle to reduce your risk of having a stroke,†Mr Richardson said.
“Alarmingly more than 80 per cent of strokes can be prevented, and it can happen at any age. You can reduce your risk of having a stroke by making time for a health check, eating well, staying active, consuming alcohol in moderation and quit smoking.
“By having regular health checks your doctor can monitor your blood pressure, cholesterol, manage your type 2 diabetes and check your atrial fibrillation and your pulse.â€Â
For more information about stroke visit www.strokefoundation.org.au
Submitted by:
Shannon Petersen
Acting Senior Media Officer
Media, Communication and Engagement
e: shannon.petersen@health.qld.
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) invites the region to celebrate the upcoming opening of the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing at the Community Open Day on Saturday 7th September 2019.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the views and get up close to the engineering masterpiece that has transformed the Toowoomba landscape.
The public is invited to walk a 2km section of the newly completed TSRC, between Mort Street interchange and the viaduct, before it opens to traffic.
The TSRC FREE Community Open Day will open from 11.00 am and run through to 5.00 pm.
Visitors will be able to walk to the viaduct enjoying a variety of community food and information stalls, as well as a selection of vintage cars from local clubs on display.
From there they can choose to experience the 800m viaduct, taking in the incredible outlook over the Lockyer Valley.
There is no parking at the event and all access is via FREE TransLink park ‘n’ ride buses.
All visitors must pre-register through Eventbrite – Google TSRC Open Day or head to the TMR Facebook page for more information.
NEXUS Toowoomba Second Range Crossing project – latest fly through
About the Toowoomba Bypass: Free for the first 3 months
Once the free period has finished, the tolls for the crossing will be:
The North Toowoomba Bowls Club (NTBC) will officially open their new $95,000 Outdoor Learning Centre & Multi-function Pavilion this Sunday 25 th August @ 2.00pm.
A $68,500 grant from the Australian Federal Government Sports Grants enabled the NTBC to proceed with the latest addition to the burgeoning, progressive club. Federal Member for Groom, Dr. John McVeigh, was instrumental in attaining the grant and assisted the club with their application.
With the backing of Dr. McVeigh, the project came to fruition with the club adding the extra finance with the help of numerous generous sponsors including the North Toowoomba Ladies Bowling Club who recently amalgamated with the men’s club.
Due to work commitments Dr. McVeigh can’t be in attendance on Sunday but he will be ably represented by his wife, Anita, who will address the club members and sponsors and perform the official proceedings.
The facility will be named the ‘Greg Andersen Pavilion’, in honour and recognition of 20-year member, Greg Andersen, who has served twice as President and twice as Vice President of the club during that time, as well as performing the duty of Property Manager for the past 10 years. He was the project manager during construction and spent countless voluntary
hours combined with his building skills to see the facility completed.
An afternoon tea will follow the official opening.
Submitted by:
Peter Rookas,
North Toowoomba Bowls Club
Ph 0447 366 150
Qld Road Safety Week 2019 is firing up from Sunday, 25th August through to Friday, 30th August, with a state-wide official launch on Sunday 25th in Brisbane.
THE DAILY THEMES ARE:
Monday †Seatbelts
Tuesday †Speeding
Wednesday – Fatigue
Thursday †Distraction
Friday †Drink & Drug Driving
Toowoomba Police have advised the following arrangements:
Sunday 25/8 is an open day Bunnings North †Ruthven St, we will be onsite from 8am with the fireys doing a jaws of life demonstrations at 10am and 1pm, we will be offering One Way Screws to people from 10am †12midday.
Monday 26/8 – Official Launch, will be at Northpoint Shopping Centre Carpark †set up at 10.30 & speeches at 11am.
Wednesday 28/8 – Coffee with a Cop at BP Charlton †this is a new location where we hope to engage with travellers and heavy vehicle operators about what is going on within that industry and area 10am †12noon, and Wednesday 28/8 – West Star Motors, are holding a customers’ evening.
Thursday 29/8 – Grand Central all day. Thursday 29/8 is also at Groom Park Cycle Centre at 1130am.
Friday 30/8 also sees us with a brand new event where we will be at the Wellcamp Airport from 11am to 2pm engaging with travellers and staff, with a display and chats to those visiting our wonderful region. Friday 30/8 there is a bicycle users breakfast at 7.30am at the Library, and there is a bicycle expert from Brisbane TMR coming up to speak.
Submitted by:
Tony Rehn
Crime Prevention Officer
Darling Downs District
Queensland Police Service
Ph 07 4631 6733 Fax 07 4615 3200
P.O. Box 144, Toowoomba Qld 4350
QPS website: www.police.qld.gov.au
131 444 Policelink
Crimestoppers 1800 333 000
Peter Mackie was born on Melbourne Cup Day in 1932 so his parents named him after Peter Pan, the winning horse, beginning a lifetime love of horse racing. It is just one of the anecdotes that Mr Mackie shares in a new book, Wise Humans of the Downs, that chronicles the life experiences of 30 seniors from across the Darling Downs.
The book, which was launched during Queensland Seniors Week, is a special project by not-for-profit organisation YellowBridge QLD in partnership with St Mary’s College to uncover, record and celebrate the lived experiences and stories of people aged over 60 years.
“Everyone has something interesting, meaningful, heart-breaking or inspiring to say,†YellowBridge acting Chief Executive Officer Adrian Bonica said. “Especially older members of our community with their intriguing tales from a time and place that is very different to now.â€Â
“It is fascinating to hear other people’s experiences and how they managed life’s triumphs and tragedies †we wanted to help share their wisdom and tales,†Mr Bonica said.
“We believe that everyone has a story to tell. The ordinary is just as important as the extraordinary and they help us to have more compassion, empathy and appreciation for others.â€Â
Twenty-four students from the College volunteered to join the project and spend time with an older participant to listen to and record stories from their life. St Mary’s College Assistant Principal Identity, Paul Grealy said the students enjoyed interviewing their senior partner and are excited to be part of a published book.
“We had students from years 9 to 12 jump at the chance to meet and interview the senior participants including a few St Mary’s Old Boys,†Mr Grealy said. “It was a special opportunity for them to connect with an older person who they are not related to and have an interesting discussion about their life,†he said.
“The College has a proud history of providing experiences for our students that cultivate compassion, community service, justice and courage. Experiences like being part of this project are invaluable to developing responsible and caring young men.â€Â
YellowBridge hopes the book will inspire its readers to have more profound conversations with others, especially older people. The project is supported by the Queensland Government with funding under the Advancing Queensland: an age-friendly community 2018-19 grants program.
Copies of the book are available from YellowBridge QLD at 2a Station Street, Toowoomba.
Submitted by:
Heather Smith,
Ph 0403 462 686,
E: heather@wishbone.com.au
The Seniors Expo will be the place to be between 9.00am and 3.00pm on Thursday 22nd of August. The official opening will be by Councillor Geoff MacDonald at 9.30am.
One hundred and five display sites have been booked by businesses, government services, clubs and individuals at the Clive Berghofer Recreation Centre, 20 Baker Street, near the USQ.
This is a great chance for seniors, their families and friends – anyone with an interest in the second half of life – to observe, speak with someone, participate in an]activity or simply collect information on a diverse range of interests.
Those covered include finance, retirement living, health, travel, law, home care, computing, hobbies, sports, art, physical exercise, writing and more.
Submitted by:
Ken Gillies for:
Hazel Gillies
President
National Seniors Australia
Garden City – Toowoomba Branch
PO Box 7549
Toowoomba South, 4350.
Ph: 07 4635 4519
Email: hazken59@gmail.com
Australia’s pinnacle event for Senior ten pin bowlers is being held in the garden city of
Toowoomba, Queensland in August 2019.
Organised by the Australian Seniors Tenpin Bowling Organisation of Queensland in conjunction with Tenpin Bowling Association of Queensland and proudly supported by Toowoomba Regional Council, this annual Championship will be hosted in Toowoomba for the first time in 27 years.
The 11-day carnival of fierce but friendly competition draws tenpin bowlers aged 45+ from around Australia. There will be an Opening Ceremony from 9am on Sunday, 25th August.
The tournament is accredited by the sport’s governing body, Tenpin Bowling Australia and is expected to attract around 500 participants and supporters to the region.
Exploring the beautiful scenery and natural assets of the Toowoomba/Darling Downs
region will be a further drawcard for players and their families travelling from every
State and Territory in Australia.
Submitted by:
Lynne Clay
Marketing | Media | Communications
Tenpin Bowling Association of Queensland