July 2015 - Bundaberg and District Neighbourhood Centre

NEIGHBOURHOOD
NOTES
The Newsletter of the Bundaberg and District Neighbourhood Centre
July 2015
DAWN CALLS IT A DAY
AT BCAF
After a decade of assisting young families and their under-fives, Dawn Murdock is about to leave her position as the coordinator of the Bundaberg
ChIld and Family program
at the Neighbourhood
Centre. The program
ceased to operate after
funding was discontinued
by the federal government’s, Department of
Social Services. The program has provided support to thousands of local
families over the past 10
years and the Neighbourhood Centre will continue
to provide assistance and referrals where possible.
I am grateful to have had the opportunity in this position to work with many
of these families, a wide range of local community organisations, the FAB
Network and many of you over the past six and a half years and thank you
for your support.
Please refer future emails or enquiries to the Neighbourhood Centre Manager, Lorraine McLoughlin ( coordinator@kenalwynbnc.org.au)
“Start by doing
what's necessary; then do
what's possible;
and suddenly
you are doing
the impossible.”
Saint Francis of Assisi
In This Issue
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Nepal Earthquake
Continental Café
fundraiser
Tax Help to start
Beth and Justine
take the plunge
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Best Start Program
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Beating Stress
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Read more about Dawn and her long and her varied service to the
Neighbourhood Centre on page 3
Our page 3 girl ,,,
Dawn Murdoch
2015 so far at the
Centre
Bundaberg
Nepalese
Community
finds it’s feet
Nepalese Traditional costumes were a big hit at the Continental Cafe
Nepalese Continental Café sets
a record for attendance
.The Disaster that devastated the tiny Asian country of Nepal recently has had an
unexpected result in the Bundaberg region, where some of the 200 residents of
Nepalese extraction have banded together to raise over $10,000 in a matter of
weeks to assist their grieving countrymen and women.
Just days after the news filtered out of the capital Kathmandu, the Bundaberg
Nepalese community had rallied and formed an incorporated association to raise
aid money in association with the Australian Red Cross. The Neighbourhood Centre was proud to host their first function, a candlelight vigil, held on the back lawn
of the Centre and attended by over 80 people. Councillor Judy Peters extended
her support for the group on behalf of the BRC and fellow Councillor Vince Haberman.
The following month the group held their second major gathering at the Centre,
again entertaining and feeding over 80 people at a Continental Café. Traditional
curries and other dishes proved to be a big hit with the many who attended. Traditional Nepalese dancers and the colourful traditional costumes worn by the women added to the truly memorable experience.
The response and support from all members of the community was obvious in the
quality and diversity of the dishes provided and the number of people who turned
up to assist with the day and the $1100.00 dollars that was raised on the day.
Association President, Sahadev Ale, a former Nepalese Inspector of Police,
passed a $10.000 cheque over to the Australian Red Cross of the money raised
up until that time. Further donations may be made to the Bundaberg Nepalese
Community by calling Sahadev on 0741520987
The Bundaberg wider community
has been further enriched by the
formation of the Bundaberg Nepalese Community Inc. This 200
strong group has been largely invisible until the recent events in
their homeland caused them to
rally to help the many thousands of
displaced, injured and homeless in
the small, proud nation.
Nepal is a country with an area
100,000 Square Kms smaller than
Victoria and a population 4 million
larger than Australia. It has eight of
the world’s ten tallest mountains,
including Mt Everest, the tallest of
them all.
Over the years up to 300 Nepalese
people at a time have made their
home in Bundaberg, working, studying and bringing up their families.
The Bundaberg Nepalese Community Inc. will conduct a stall at
this year’s Childers Multicultural
festival: Look for them there!
Red Cross cheque presentation
A lifetime of
helping others
Dawn Murdoch has spent
almost her entire working
life assisting other people
to live their lives in the
best way possible. Her
roles on committees,
management boards and
as an employee for many
Bundaberg human service
organisations
is
more than most would
achieve in two lifetimes.
As she retires from the
position of Coordinator of
the Bundaberg Children
and Family Program, her
comment reflects the selflessness that illustrates
literally thousands of people that she has assisted
over the years.
Dawn Murdoch (Photo taken at the 35th anniversary of the Neighbourhood Centre 2014)
“I am grateful to
have had the opportunityinthisposition
toworkwithmanyof
thesefamilies,awide
range of local community
organisations, the FAB Network and many of
you over the past six
and a half years and
thank you for your
support.“
The End of an Era
For ten years now Dawn Murdoch has arrived at Kenalwyn most mornings to do
what she does best: Helping others have a better life.
Over that decade she has fulfilled the roles of BCAF Coordinator, Relieving Centre Manager, Board of Management Director and many others that have helped
make the Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre what it is today.
Her involvement with the Centre has not just been limited to child orientated programs either, as in her early years here, she provided the catalyst for organisations like the Bundaberg Vietnam Veterans to form and find a place of their own.
Dawn’s involvement with many community groups in the region has enabled her to
become one of Bundaberg’s leading figures in community service, a source of
knowledge and mentor to many people in the human services industry.
The end of Dawn’s involvement with the Bundaberg Child and Family program will
not end her involvement with the Centre however, with her continued activity on
the Speech and Occupational Therapy program advisory committee.
The end of BCAF may free up a little of her time for her and her soon to be retired
husband Mick to visit their new grandchild and families, spread across the country,
where their sons serve in the Australian Defence Forces.
SIX STRESS-MANAGEMENT
STRATEGIES FOR A HAPPIER
LIFE.
What is a work-related psychological or psychiatric
injury?
When making a decision on a psychological
or psychiatric injury, WorkCover will apply
criteria and exclusions as outlined in the
Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation
Act 2003.
The Act states that ‘an injury is a personal
injury arising out of, or in the course of, employment if for a psychiatric or psychological
disorder—the employment is the major significant contributing factor to the injury’.
The Act states that ‘an injury does not include
a psychiatric or psychological disorder arising
out of, or in the course of, any of the following
circumstances’:
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reasonable management action taken in
a reasonable way by the employer in
connection with a worker's employment
a worker's expectation or perception of
reasonable management action being
taken against a worker
action by the authority or an insurer in
connection with a worker's application
for compensation.
Examples of actions that may be reasonable
management actions taken in a reasonable
way include:
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action taken to transfer, demote, discipline, redeploy, retrench or dismiss a
worker
a decision not to award or provide promotion, reclassification (or transfer of),
leave of absence or benefit in connection with the worker's employment.
See https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/ for
details on Work related stress
Stress can be a major factor in
our day-to-day lives, and while
sometimes it can keep us motivated and productive, too much
stress can be overwhelming and
leave you with health issues.
Personal growth expert Lyndelle
Palmer Clarke shares her top tips
for handling stress and how to overcome it to stay calm.
Acknowledge your triggers
First of all you need to know what triggers stress for you before you can take steps to change it. Acknowledging those triggers is how you begin to manage and overcome stress, so it doesn't end up
overwhelming you. For example, cut down on caffeine or limit your time with people who make you feel
stressed. If certain situations make you stressed, you have two choices. Either learn to face them, or
limit your exposure to them.
Find the source
Sometimes it's not obvious where your stress is coming from. It could be an outside situation that is
obvious, or a subtle recurring thought pattern that triggers you. Either way, you need to get to the
source so you can proactively work to remove it and find peace.
Remember to breathe
It might seem simple but when was the last time you actually stopped and took a big deep conscious
breath? Sometimes that’s all it takes to reduce stress and instantly feel better.
Take a day off
Sometimes all we need is to relax, re-set and rejuvenate. Taking a day off to do nothing but rest can be
all it takes to feel unburdened, energised and inspired again. It takes emotional intelligence to recognise when we need to rest, and it is the smartest thing you can do for yourself and those around you.
Build a foundation
Stress is usually not an overnight occurrence. It builds up over when we don't properly take care of
ourselves. Stress strikes when we don’t have a good foundation in place. My simple stress relieving
checklist includes daily exercise, drinking enough water, yoga or meditation, a good night sleep, a
healthy diet and a positive mindset.
Keep a journal
Writing in a journal brings the unconscious into the conscious, and unconscious thinking patterns are
very often the cause of stress. By putting those thoughts on paper, you can begin to reveal the source
of your stress and finally empower yourself to let go of whatever is holding you in that stress pattern.
LyndellePalmerClarkeistheauthoroftheDailygreatnessJournalrangeincludingthe
newlypublishedDailygreatnessBusinessPlanner.
Speaking of Stress…
Don’t forget the Interagency Meetings at BNC
Held on the third Thursday of every month at 12:30.
A light lunch is provided
What is
MyGov ?
2015 Tax Help Is Here
A secure myGov account
lets you link a range of
Australian
Government
services
with
one
username and password,
all in one place.
The BNC will be hosting the Tax Help Program for 2015. Appointments will be
taken from July 27th, with the program to commence on the 4th of August . The
below information will inform you as whether you are eligible to access the program.
When you create a myGov
account, you'll benefit from
the following features:
• myGov Inbox - a central
and secure inbox where
you can receive messages from:
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Medicare
• Australian Taxation
Office
•
Child Support
Messages can include
online letters, statements
and other types of important information.
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2014–15 if your income is around $50,000 or less for the income year and you did
NOT do any of the following:
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Work as a contractor, for example a contract cleaner or taxi driver
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Run a business, including as a sole trader
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Sell shares or an investment property
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Own a rental property
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Receive royalties
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Receive distributions from a trust, other than a managed fund receive foreign
income, other than a foreign pension or annuity.
Centrelink
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Are you eligible for Tax Help?
You are eligible for Tax Help in the income year
myGov Profile - will
allow you to make the
most of new features, like
the Update Your Details
trial
myGov Update Your
Details trial - a simple
new way for you to update your address and
contact details in one
place with Medicare,
the Australian Taxation
Office and Centrelink in
a single transaction.
For more information
on MyGov, go to
https://my.gov.au/
mygov/content/html/
It is a strict stipulation of the ATO that all clients who wish to access the Tax Help
program for 2015 have registered and created an account/profile with myGov.
A myGov account provides:
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A secure link to access services from government agencies
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Secure access to member services using one username and password
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An easy way to link your existing government services online through
myGov
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A single inbox for your messages from Centrelink, Medicare and Child
Support
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A secure way to receive messages from your linked participating member
services
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Access to multiple Australian Government online services including the
Taxation Office, Medicare, Child Support and Centrelink with a single
username and password.
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Access to claim Franking credits and to do Non Lodgements without needing a tax appointment
The benefits of a myGov account and doing an online myTax lodgement also include:
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Prefiling of your relevant information
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Personalising your return
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Greater accuracy
If you require assistance to create a myGov account assistance is offered by
appointment only as of the 21st of July 2015.
If you would like to make an appointment for either of the myGov or Tax Help
please call the centre on 0741531614 to make your appointment.
BEST START PROGRAM
ParentsandPrimaryCaregivers
Here are a number of Best Start key messages library staff,
early childhood educators and local community service organisations can share with parents and caregivers over time.
AboutBestStart
Best Start is a universal family literacy program aimed at
creating stronger language and literacy environments for
Queensland children before they start kindergarten and school. Best Start supports parents and
primary caregivers to understand their role and be conident as their child’s irst and most important teacher before and during formal education.
Best Start programs, resources and services are rolling out across Queensland public libraries and
Indigenous Knowledge Centres and include:
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More places at quality Baby Time, Toddler Time and Story Time sessions.
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A parent and caregiver toolkit with an age appropriate book, fact sheets, a nursery rhyme CD
book, and a play-based activity.
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Programs that partner with local Early Childhood educators, Child Health Nurses and
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community services to support parents and caregivers.
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The Best Start program has been informed by four years of practical research
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and evaluation of family literacy practice in public libraries.
TheBestStartfamilyliteracyinitiativeisproudlysupportedbyQueenslandGovernment,StateLibraryofQueenslandanddeliveredinpartnershipwithlocalgovernment,publiclibrariesandtheir
localpartners.
Aboutparents’andcaregivers’importantrole
Parents and primary caregivers are their child’s irst and most important teacher.
It takes just 10 mins a day to nurture your child’s love of language by reading together, sharing
rhymes, singing songs, telling stories or playing with them. This
interaction is critical and can happen anywhere and anytime.
Being read to at an early age is critical in terms of a child’s social,
cognitive, emotional and language development, and their overall
well-being. (Let’s Read Literature Review, 2013)
When fathers are involved with their child’s literacy education
from a young age, their child demonstrates increased cognitive
abilities, higher self-esteem and greater social competence. (Ortiz,
2000)
Reading withchildrenisthesinglemostimportantactivityfamilies
can do with their children to help them learn to read and write
oncetheystartschool.(Let’sReadLiteratureReview,2013)
Readingisnotjustaboutthewordsinthebook;it’sabouthaving
fun,talkingaboutwhatyousee,respondingtowhatyourchildis
interested in, and spending time together. Don’t wait until your
child starts kindergarten and school! It’s as simple as sharing a
book,singingnurseryrhymesandtalkingtoyourchildfrombirth
togivethemthebeststartinlife.
Whatresearchtellsus?
Research shows that a child’s language development before age 3 is the single most important
factorinschoolsuccess.www.literacytrust.org.uk
Childrenwhoexperiencedificultieslearningtoreadareunlikelytocatchuptotheirpeersandthe
gapwillcontinuetowiden.(Let’sReadLiteratureReview,2013)
InQueenslandapproximately36%ofparentsof0-2-year-olds,and52%ofparentsof3-8-year-olds
donotregularlyreadtotheirchildren.(Snapshot2013:Children&YoungPeoplein
QueenslandReport)
During the irst 3 years, a child’s brain undergoes signiicant development. To provide a strong
brainstructureforfuturelearning,childrenneedexperiencessuchassharingbooks,talkingtogether, singing songs and time interacting with important adults in their life. (Let’s Read Literature
Review,2013)
AlmostoneinfourQueenslandchildrenarenotat
the right language and literacy level when they
startschoolandmanynevercatchup.(Let’sRead
LiteratureReview,2013)
Researchshowsusthatinvestinginemergentliteracy skills (before children start school) is far
more beneicial thanattempting to treat poorliteracyoutcomesremediallyforchildrenwhenthey
areolder.(Let’sReadLiteratureReview,2013)
ContactUs
Tami Boas
Best Start Project Officer
Bundaberg Regional Library
mailto:Tamar.Boas@bundaberg.qld.gov.au]
Mobile Play Van
Have you seen the Mobile Play Van out and about at the local schools and parks? It has the distinctive Playgroup
Queensland brand on the sides and is often out in the open spaces of our community to provide a free playgroup experience for families.
Most Fridays you will find it at Alexandra Park, the home of the local zoo. The Play Van is hosted by the Bundaberg &
District Neighbourhood Centre, who shares the resource with other community organisations. On each outing there
are usually different organisations for the visit and the workers have a wealth of combined knowledge about community services offered here in the Bundaberg Region.
They are there to provide a play morning for anyone who
comes along and to assist parents with information if
needed.
The van has now been here in Bundaberg for 2 years
and has made visits to many areas including Gin Gin,
Oakwood, Elliott Heads, Bargara, Burnett Heads, Moore
Park and Rosedale. It has been supported locally
through donations from community organisations and
the Community Outreach Playgroup Program aims to
continue to bring joy to the young children of our area.
Take the Plunge? Its Great!
Contact Us
Take the Plunge is a new community café opened recently in Elec-
Give us a call for more
information about our services and products
tra Court (opposite Hinkler Kmart). Owners, Beth and Jus%ne,
have turned their passion for community into a spacious, wheelie
and pram friendly café where people are encouraged to relax and
take their %me. Mums can take a breath while their kids have fun
in the secure Play Zoo and with plenty of parking, access is not a
problem. Beth and Jus%ne make a range of gourmet cookies on
site which are a delicious addi%on to the unique, plunger teas and
coffees which are priced low enough for even the %ghtest budget. Open from 8am to 5pm weekdays and 9am to midday on Sat-
Phone 0488 855 449
urday, why not come to 17 Electra Court and experience some-
taketheplunge@outlook.com.au
thing different today.
https://www.facebook.com/
pages/Take-the-PlungeCommunityCafe/1577610585790492?
ref=eyJzaWQiOiIwLjUxMzExMT
Plunge boldly into
the thick of life,
and seize it where
you will, it is always interesting.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
What the first half of 2015 brought BNC
It seems just yesterday we were all getting over our Christmas break, getting kids back off to school and thinking about all
the work we had to do this year: “Where have the last six months gone?” I hear you ask... and frankly I have absolutely no
idea myself. It only seems like yesterday when Sophie Burnham joined the Staff of the Neighbourhood Centre in early February as the Finance Officer, following Sue Botha’s retirement just before Christmas.
A total backflip by Queensland voters in February saw a whole new government taking over the reins of the state with the
former Labor minister for social services Anastasia Palaszczuk leading a team of newcomers onto the left side of the chamber. As usual the result of this change at the top, ripples of uncertainty and a good deal of “We don’t know yet” permeated
our funding bodies. The CAMS program, run by the Centre had been axed by the Newman government following the end of
its funding period in June 2015 and the Coordinator Agnes Ashley had left her position for a more certain job with DETE.
Luckily our multi tasking Patti Webb has filled the gap in her absence. As soon as they had their feet on the ground, however, the current government reinstated the program again across the state and the Centre is currently recruiting a Coordinator for the new program. Unfortunately the federally funded BCAF program did not receive the same reprieve and closed on
the 30th of June. Like many other long term organisations in Bundaberg, the Neighbourhood Centre and staff will wait and
watch as new funding is released and new providers enter the marketplace.
In March the Centre celebrated Neighbour day for the first time with the playgroup van at Rattray Park in North Bundaberg.
A great day was had by those who attended, including the member for Burnett, Keith Pitt.
April brought with it the 100th anniversary of ANZAC and our thoughts went to the
many Australian who had laid down their lives for us over the last century . A huge
turnout to the Bargara Dawn Service saw the opening of the new memorial to the fallen
and the new format of the service itself. The interagency meeting in April introduced
the attendees to the the Bundaberg Central Men’s Shed, with President Ray and committee member Kev telling the regulars a bit about their activities.
The month of May saw Centre Manager Lorraine Mcloughlin and Speech Coordinator
Jenny White travel to the NSO conference in Brisbane. This program has gone from
strength to strength over the past years, now servicing more children with speech and
Occupational therapy issues in the private schools in the immediate Bundaberg area.
Nils Coordinator Patti Webb and volunteer Heather Brown also travelled to Sydney in
June to attend the annual NILS conference, run by the Good Shepherd Foundation.
This valuable activity has assisted many people over its lifetime at the Centre, with
some people now borrowing their third and fourth loans for essential household items, educational or medical equipment.
The well tended gardens at the Neighbourhood Centre have been a point of comment by many visitors over the last six
months, even despite the occasional disruption caused by renovation work on the front verandah and stairs. Our long-time
volunteer gardener, Peter, who has worked tirelessly keeping the lawns and shrubs trimmed, the leaves raked and the playground free of weeds has recently retired in June. He leaves this responsibility to his more than capable replacement Maurice, an ex master printer from the mother country. A Reconciliation Day morning tea at the end of June, hosted by the centre, was well received by the indigenous community.
In a time of uncertainty for many community based organisations, the Bundaberg and District Neighbourhood Centre has
managed to continue to service the people of the region, despite some reductions in funding and the closure of some services. Sue McLeod’s computer classes for beginners still remains a big hit, with many older people learning to utilise the
much needed technology of today. Sue will also make herself available to assist with MyGov registrations and form filling
duties over the next six months.
Upstairs in the Centre every Thursday, the laughter and happy voices reflect the success of Patti and Jaqui’s multi-cultural
sewing group, as does Anne Newburn’s Language, Literacy and numeracy tutoring sessions. Anne has slotted into the role
of volunteer Coordinator for the project well since her start in November, providing a valuable resource for many people..
Our upstairs tenants, QIDDI and Bundaberg Aboriginal Corporation for Women have also added to the constant flow of
visitors through the Centre during the last six months.
Look for our next newsletter towards the end of September and remember all contributions are welcomed by our editorial
team
Continental Cafes Coming Up Soon
The Neighbourhood Centre will be hosting
two more Continental Cafes this year
September 29th & November 24th
Just $2.00 a plate and no booking required… Come and try tastes from around the world.
The Spectacle Supply
Scheme
Is your washing machine broken down?
This free service of Queensland Health offers a
comprehensive range of basic spectacles to
eligible Queenslanders with health care cards,
Commonwealth pensioner cards or Seniors
Cards who have a clinical need for glasses.
Need a new computer for your studies?
Are you a low income earner and have a
healthcare card?
Drop in to the Neighbourhood Centre and
talk to us about a No Interest Loans
Scheme application
This service is
conducted on a
regular basis
on
Fridays
downstairs at
the Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre.
Loans of up to $1200.00 available for all
approved purchases
Those eligible for basic spectacles through the
scheme are also entitle to purchase other limited
extras such as tinted, Photo chromatic, UV protected, Hard coating and hardened lenses.
Play Group Times Available
Although no appointment is necessary, due to
the recent popularity of this program, it is now
advisable to call the Neighbourhood centre to
arrange a time that will reduce your waiting time.
Are you interested in joining a playgroup or forming a
new one?
There are vacancies in our existing playgroups and
spare days if you and a few friends want to start a
new one at the Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre
Phone 41531614 for dates and
times
“If you
can’t
BREATHE
breathe
nothing
A Hundred
Years
(c) Graham McLoughlin 2015
else matters “
For a hundred years an ebbing tide has washed blood from Suvla Bay.
Is your breathing a problem? Is it getting harder? Does it get you down ? Lung disease accounts for 1 in 7 deaths in Australia (Lung Disease in Australia, 2014). 20% of people in the
Wide Bay area are living with a lung condition.
Many of us continue to ignore or discount the
symptoms. Often people are not aware of their
condition until it interferes in their everyday life
activities and they start looking for answers or
support. Do you or someone you know have this
problem? It is not always associated with smoking though this is certainly one of the causes .
There are non smokers who have such problems
as asthma, bronchiectasis , emphysema, lung
cancer, cystic fibrosis just to name a few. Industrial pollutants such as dust, chemicals, asbestos,
are all major contributors - a constant breathing
in of these fumes overtime can cause severe
damage to the lungs.
For a hundred years a lonely pine has snared the suns first ray.
The Bundaberg and District Lung Support Group
is a voluntary non-profit support group for Sufferers of Lung and breathing problems and their Carers to receive community support and Education.
We cannot fix your problem but it gives you an
opportunity to meet others in similar situations, to
discuss needs and hopefully answer some of
your questions.
We are affiliated with Lung
Foundation Australia and as Members we receive
their monthly Newsletter.
And, they too, gave their precious gifts, just like those gone before.
We meet every 3rd Monday of the Month,
10.30am, at the CQ Leagues Club, Avoca Street,
West Bundaberg. We invite you to come along,
you will be most welcome.
A sacrifice of their nation’s youth... A country’s hallowed dead.
Ifyouwouldlikemoreinformation
PleasecontactMargery,Ph
Do those that died now lie in peace because those left here shed tears?
For a hundred years the steep ravines echo now silent moans
For a hundred years tough Turkish grass has quilted ANZAC bones.
For a hundred years an outback town has mourned boys, young and fit,
When Turkish bullets found their mark, in the fury of Hell Spit.
And in cities, carts stood idle, their drivers now lie still,
In secret graves, with wooden cross, on the slopes of Lone Pine hill
For a hundred years grateful groups gather to greet the dawn.
To remember, laud and celebrate... To honour, pray and mourn.
In country towns and cities, on battlefields anew
To pay a nation’s homage to its blood soaked world debut
For a hundred year young nations grew from this legacy of strife.
A nation’s seed sown by young men when they laid down their life.
An ANZAC spirit further sown when their sons marched to war
A Hundred years have seen our lands mature into our own.
It’s seen our young men march away to defend both land and throne
A hundred years have sealed a bond across the Tasman Strait
An ANZAC legend, sealed with blood, of brother, son and mate.
For a hundred years an ANZAC corps marched proudly off to war
And many men have not returned, much like they did before.
On battlefields across the globe, their precious blood they shed.
For a hundred years, no lasting peace, a promise they once heard
No lessons learned by all that blood... Peace now seems just a word
Has it made our land a better place...This last one hundred years ?
Emergency Assistance in the Bundaberg Area
Day
Assistance Available
Foodassistance,Reliefetc.
Time
Appointment
Organisation & Address
St Vincent De Paul,
Phone
(07)41515455
18McLeanStreet,Bundaberg
Meals
Monday
12noon-1.00pmAndy’s Place, Uniting Church
(07)41532201
34BarolinStreet,Bundaberg
Relief
EmergencyHampers
FoodParcels
9am-3pm
Global Care @ Citi Coast Church
9.00am-3.00pm Global Care @ Citi Coast Church
9am-1pm
Christchurch - Anglican Church
(07)41532577
(07)41532577
(07)41513128
Parish Office - Woongarra St
140ElliotHeadsRoad,Bundaberg
FoodHamper
Relief
Appointment
9am-3.30pm
9am-3pm
Tom Quinn Centre - Salvation Army
(07)41533557
8KillerStreet,Bundaberg
Global Care @ Citi Coast Church
(07)41532577
140ElliotHeadsRoad,Bundaberg
Foodassistance,Relief,etc.
Tuesday
ByAppointment
St Vincent De Paul
(07)41515455
18McLeanStreet,Bundaberg
Meals&FoodParcels
Meals
AccommodationAssistance
12noon-
12.30pm
Heritage House, Heritage Christian Centre
(07)41531649
58Woondooma,StreetBundaberg
6.00pm-7.00pm The Harvest Kitchen
9am-11.30am Youth Services Bundaberg
(07)41522564
(07)41532227
Living Word Fellowship
305BourbongStreetBundaberg
FoodHamper
Meals
Wednes- day
Relief
Food&fuelvouchers
Appointment
9am-3.30pm
Tom Quinn - Salvation Army
(07)41533557
8KillerStreet,Bundaberg
6.00pm-7.00pm Andy’s Place, Uniting Church
(07)41532201
34Barolin,StreetBundaberg
9am-3pm
Appointment
Global Care @ Citi Coast Church
(07)41532577
1/46MaryboroughStreetBundaberg
140ElliotHeadsRoad,Bundaberg
9.00amLowcostgroceries,Freefresh 11.00am
produce&bread
Foodassistance,Relief,etc. Appointment
Global Care @ Citi Coast Church
(07)41532577
140ElliotHeadsRoad,Bundaberg
St Vincent De Paul
(07)41515455
18McLeanStreet,Bundaberg
Thursday Meals
12noon-1.00pmDorcas Soup Kitchen, Anglican Church
(07)41513128
WoongarraSt,Bundaberg
Meals
12noon-1.00pmndy’s Place, Uniting Church
Relief
UtilityContribution
Meals
9am-3pm
(07)41532201
34BarolinStreet,Bundaberg
Friday
EmergencyReliefbycalling
Monday number.
to Friday $5phonecardavailable
Global Care @ Citi Coast Church
(07)41532577
140ElliotHeadsRoad,Bundaberg
12noon-1pm Andy’s Place, Uniting Church
(07)41532201
34BarolinStreet,Bundaberg
9am-5pm
Salvos Connect
Tom Quinn Salvation Army - 8 Killer St
1300371288