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A Message to Queenslanders – Thu 30th December

Posted on December 30, 2010 by admin

A message from Deputy Police Commissioner & State Disaster Management Coordinator, Ian Stewart: Hear the Deputy Commissioner Continue reading →

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Santa arrived in a Red Car…Not a Sleigh and Reindeer

Posted on December 29, 2010 by admin

Santa arrived with a little bit help from the local police to attend the Christmas function held at the Toowoomba Hospice, due to his reindeers having a rest to be ready for their big Christmas Eve run. Qld Police helped Santa deliver some Christmas joy to the Toowoomba Hospice at their recent staff and volunteers Christmas function. He is greeted by Hospice Chairman Graham Barron whilst others who attended watch on. Toowoomba Hospice Chairman Mr Graham Barron OAM said It was wonderful to work with the Queensland Police Service for such an event, “The transport provided was much appreciated by the children and all those who attended.” This wonderful community spirit is shown to the Hospice everyday, whether it is from families, individuals, businesses or community groups/clubs and is sincerely appreciated said Mr Barron. Continue reading →

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Santa arrived in a Red Car…Not a Sleigh and Reindeer

Posted on December 29, 2010 by admin

Santa arrived with a little bit help from the local police to attend the Christmas function held at the Toowoomba Hospice, due to his reindeers having a rest to be ready for their big Christmas Eve run. Qld Police helped Santa deliver some Christmas joy to the Toowoomba Hospice at their recent staff and volunteers Christmas function. He is greeted by Hospice Chairman Graham Barron whilst others who attended watch on. Toowoomba Hospice Chairman Mr Graham Barron OAM said It was wonderful to work with the Queensland Police Service for such an event, “The transport provided was much appreciated by the children and all those who attended.” This wonderful community spirit is shown to the Hospice everyday, whether it is from families, individuals, businesses or community groups/clubs and is sincerely appreciated said Mr Barron. Continue reading →

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Western Downs Holiday Food Drive For Pound Puppies

Posted on December 23, 2010 by admin

Origin has been running a Holiday Pet Food Drive for regional animal care centres which house lost or surrendered pets over the Christmas holiday period. Origin has matched every donation made at council pounds in Dalby, Chinchilla, Miles and Tara in the Holiday Pet Food Drive. Every December and January up to 50 dogs and cats are impounded by Western Downs Regional Council awaiting collection, identification or re-homing. “It’s a time of year when we should be thinking of how we can give and share the good fortune. While we relax, eat, drink and be merry, there will be pounds at Tara, Chinchilla, Miles and Dalby where animals need care and food.” Origin Community Relations Manager Bruce Chalmers said. “I will be encouraging every Origin staffer to donate to the pet food drive and we will match the community’s efforts.” Origin Community Relations manager Bruce Chalmers with two-year-old grandson Alfonse and puppy. Western Downs Regional Council can only accept dry food donations. Pound drop off locations are: Dalby – Irvingdale Rd; Miles – Lynagh St; Chinchilla Pound – Slessar St Tara – Beardmore St For more information call Origin on 1800 526 369 or call Western Downs Regional Council  directly on 1300 728 500. Continue reading →

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Last Chance to Visit Christmas Tree Festival

Posted on December 14, 2010 by admin

Wednesday, 15th of December is your last opportunity to vist Toowoomba’s Christmas Tree Festival in St Luke’s Anglican Church on the corner of Herries and Ruthven Streets. The church has been transformed. with a forest of over 100 Christmas trees. Look and wonder at the trees adorned with displays depicting international traditions, hymns, carols and songs. Free tea and coffee is available in the adjacent Church Hall, where you will find craft stalls with excellent gift ideas. There is also a music program sponsored by the City Golf Club. On Wednesday the U3A  Chamber Singers will be performing from 12.30 to 1.30pm and the evening concert from 6 to 7pm will feature Christingle and Women in Harmony. Toowoomba’s Christmas Tree Festival will be open for the final time for 2010 from 9am to 9pm Wednesday, 15th of December. Continue reading →

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Hoon Hotline – 13HOON – Operational

Posted on December 14, 2010 by admin

The Queensland Police Service’s new hoon hotline – 13 HOON (4666) commenced operation December 13th. The 13HOON hotline gives the public an easy to remember central contact point to report hoons to Police. The implementation of the Hoon Hotline enables community members to provide information in relation to hooning activities such as illegal street racing, travelling at high speeds, burnout offences, drifting and rolling road blocks directly to the QPS. It further provides the opportunity for community members to provide information related to other types of traffic complaints and report traffic related offences. Non-urgent calls made to the QPS Hoon Hotline will be entered as a QPRIME occurrence. Trained call takers will answer the call and record details including vehicle registration, vehicle characteristics and location of the illegal activity. For hooning incidents actually underway, the information obtained by the operator will be forwarded to the designated Police Communications Centre for a response as required. The Queensland Police Service emphasises that community members should not place themselves at risk to report this anti-social behaviour. If anyone is in immediate danger or it is a life threatening incident, police urge callers to call Triple Zero (000). Tony Rehn, Crime Prevention Officer Southern Region, Queensland Police Service Ph 07 46316755 Fax 07 46153200 Continue reading →

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Council Connections: Week 2, December 2010

Posted on December 10, 2010 by admin

Toowoomba Regional Council Connections The weekly program keeping you up to date with Toowoomba Regional Council’s facilities, activities and services. Council Connections with Darren Burton We ask for Masters Games athletes, look at the new parking sensors, mention next week’s council meeting, emergency numbers, recycling, roadworks and Peacehaven carols going indoors. Continue reading →

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Christmas at Pittsworth Pioneer Village on Sunday, December 12

Posted on December 9, 2010 by admin

WET WEATHER VENUE PITTSWORTH TOWN HALL Continue reading →

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Qld Premier in Highfields for Christmas Concert

Posted on December 7, 2010 by admin

Premier Anna Bligh brought some Christmas cheer to seniors in Toowoomba/Highfields area with  the annual Premier’s Seniors Christmas Concert at the Highfields Cultural Centre today (Tuesday 7th December) Qld Premier Anna Bligh and Member for Toowoomba North Kerry Shine on arrival for the Concert Premier Bligh said she was excited to be hosting the free concert and was looking forward to helping seniors in the Toowoomba region celebrate the festive season. “Seniors have made significant contributions to their communities and continue to make them,” Ms Bligh said. “I am thrilled to be here celebrating the spirit of Christmas with the seniors of the Toowoomba area and look forward to enjoying a sing-along to our favourite carols.” Representing Tomnet Toowoomba at the Premiers Seniors Christmas Concert in Highfields were Dorothy and Bill Woodside (Dorothy is an office volunteer) The Premier’s Senior’s Christmas Concerts began in 2001 and have since been held in 18 regional areas throughout Queensland. Member for Toowoomba North Kerry Shine said it was great news the concert was being held in Highfields. Allan Western, Melissa Western, members of the band and the Toowoomba East State School Choir The concert was compered by the charismatic jazz singer Melissa Western, performing solo and duet performances with her father Alan Western, a renowned jazz performer and entertainer in the UK and Australia. Also featured were performances by Toowoomba East State School Choir, Dance routines by Dance Central and poetry recitations by Highfields State School students. Bill Woodside won the Lucky Program prize, and was presented with a hamper by the Premier. Dorothy and Bill Woodside with Premier Anna Bligh and Kerry Shine MP. Bill could also have won an award for the best costume, looking the part of Santa, but wearing a kilt. He also carried a Condamine bell. The concert was followed by a morning tea. Carole Lyons, Cr Anne Glasheen and Annica Sheppard chatting at the morning tea. The QUEENSLAND Premier will host a second concert in Cairns on Friday 10 December. Continue reading →

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Gain Work Experience Through Volunteering

Posted on December 1, 2010 by admin

International Volunteers Day (5 December) is fast approaching. A day to acknowledge the immeasurable contribution made by individuals, who volunteer time and talents, in so many aspects of our society. But, don’t go thinking that volunteering is what you do “when you retire”! Imagine the plight of those entering the workforce for the first time – “you can’t get a job without experience and you don’t get experience without a job”. A viable option then is to consider voluntary work. Apart from benefiting others by offering your skills and time, you’ll gain valuable work experience and give your resume a boost. Volunteer work is a stimulating and rewarding activity, and a great entry portal into an organization. Apart from allowing you to develop your ability, it shows prospective employers that you’re determined to succeed, even if you have to start at the bottom. It is a well accepted fact that volunteers don’t always work for purely philanthropic reasons, so don’t feel guilty about undertaking voluntary work to improve your chances of paid employment. Volunteer work will provide you with: * The chance to think laterally about your skills; * The opportunity to network; * The opportunity to use and develop your communication and inter-personal skills; * Motivation, enthusiasm and confidence; * Actual work experience in a work environment; and * The opportunity to explore career options before making a commitment. Success as a volunteer depends on you, so remember to honour your commitment and understand your responsibility as a volunteer. Finally, ask for a reference – it will be a welcome contribution to your resume! For further information about volunteering in the environment/conservation sector, contact Frank Ondrus at HOPE on phone (07) 4639 2135 or email office@hopeaustralia.org.au . Frank Ondrus, President – HOPE Inc Continue reading →

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