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ISSUE 5 JUNE 2017

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DIARY DATES

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JUNE DATES

7 . . . . . . . .XXXX BREWERY TOUR

7 . . . . . . . NEW MEMBERS M/TEA

13 . . . . . . . . MIEGUNYAH HOUSE

9 . . . . . . . . . . . . COLD CASE TOUR

14 . . . . ASPIRE FINANCIAL TALK

20 . . . . . . . . . ST HELENA ISLAND

23 . . . . . . . . . . . .ABBEY MUSEUM

JULY DATES

5 . . . . . . . . . . . QIMR BERGHOFER

11 . . . GLADIATORS EXHIBITION

12 . . . . . . NEW MEMBERS M/TEA

13 . . . . . . . . .CHRISTMAS IN JULY

18 . CHUNG TIAN TEMPLE TOUR

31 . . .SUNSHINE COAST CASTLE

NewsletterAqua Aerobics at Burnie Brae

Celebrating

The beginnings of Aqua Aerobics as an activity at Burnie Brae goes back to 1992 when a small group of enthusiasts went to an outdoor pool in Kitchener Road. Being an outdoor pool, the activity was held only during the warm weather, so another venue had to be found, and Rigby’s Pool at Everton Hills looked like a good choice. A small bus was hired from the Rotary Club to take members to the pool every Friday but this came to end four years later when a landslide occurred leaving the pool unavailable for a time. A short term solution in the form of Albany Creek pool followed, but eventually an ideal venue presented itself, when the Chermside Pool opened an indoor hydrotherapy pool and our ‘aqua’ participants found their � nal and long lasting venue. Participant numbers grew so rapidly in the lovely (warm) hydrotherapy pool and a new Wednesday group com-menced and a few years later, Monday Aqua Aerobics came into being.

Aqua Aerobics remains an activity with consistently high participation numbers with an average of 28 people attending each of the sessions.Aqua is de� nitely a success story!

Look out for Happenings July - December 2017 available later this month

We are very pleased to announce the exciting news that Brisbane Airport Corporation has now become a major sponsor of Project Pantry. We thank BAC for their generous support which will greatly assist us to continue providing this

invaluable service now and into the future. The sponsorship partnership was o� cially launched recently with an afternoon tea and presentation. Pictured above Rachel Crowley, Head of Coporate Relations BAC, Kevin Rouse CEO Burnie Brae and Wayne Swan MP (Lilley)

Brisbane Airport Coporation sponsorship for Project Pantry

BURNIE BRAE Newsletter • ISSUE 5 JUNE 2017

Member News

Ring 36242121 for all Burnie Brae Services and Activity Centre enquiries

Recently, the Burnie Brae Board, in conjunction with management, sta� , volunteers and members under-took a governance review and has formulated a new Strategic Plan, Vision and Mission which will guide the organisation through the next � ve years and beyond.With a committed board, dedicated sta� and a willing team of volunteers adhering to the long term goals of the new strategic plan, the continued success of Burnie Brae into the future is assured.Neville Mew, Chairman

Burnie Brae Strategic Plan 2017 - 2022

Look out for the full version in Burnie Brae Reception

OUR MISSION

To build strong community connections by providing quality health, lifestyle and wellness services.

OUR VISION

A socially connected and healthy community

OUR VALUES

Respect, IntegrityTrust, Customer focus,AccountabilityProfessionalismQuality

Passing of Mavis ScottIt is with sadness that we report the death of Board Director, Mavis Scott. Mavis had been a Burnie Brae member since 2000 and had been a dedicated volunteer , particularly since her retirement from Queensland Police five years ago.

Mavis had a strong belief in the values of our organisation and was a enthusiastic supporter of Centre events and activities. We pass on our deepest sympathy to Mavis’ family and friends in their loss.


GOLD Craft Workshops at Fitzgibbon Community Centre

What’s on

Fitzgibbon Centre 545 Roghan Road Fitzgibbon

Learn how to make durable bunting without using a sewing machine.

BEAUTIFUL BUNTING*Mon. 12 OR 19 Jun 12.30-2.30pm

WORKSHOPS $5.00 BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL36242121

Make an old fashioned wooden toy using a hammer, nails and glue, then paint and decorate your new treasure. GOLD’n’KIDS

KEY RING/LUGGAGE TAG**Wed. 28 June 9.30 - 11.30am

A school holiday activity to enjoy with your children or grandchildren. Help you child personalise a key ring with lettering and embellish it with patterns. Make a luggage tag and learn how to set a rivet and add the rings and buckles. $5.00 for each person participating

Weekly classes underway at Fitzgibbon Community Centre

Each class consists of a 15 minute warm up and stretching session, followed by several short blocks of high intensity training with short rest periods in between, with the class ending in an extended warm down and stretch. The class will be structured to allow for a broad range of fitness levels so everyone can get the most out of the session without being pushed beyond their comfort levels. Conducted by an Exercise Physiologist

Improving functional capacity to enable you to complete tasks around your home and in the community with greater ease is what this class is all about. Participants use bodyweight, dumbbells, therabands, chairs and mats to strengthen the whole body and improve functional independence.

Mondays 9am - 10amFitness for Life

Thursdays 9am - 10amFitness for Life PLUS

Fridays 12.30pm - 3pmLine Dancing

Beginners 12.30om -1.30pmEarly Intermediate 1.30pm - 3.00pmIts fun, its social and its great for your healthConducted by Line Dancing Teacher Brett Jenkins

Conducted by an Exercise Physiologist

ANNOUNCING...The commencement of a NEW FITZGIBBON WALKING GROUP FROM TUESDAY 6TH JUNE MEET OTHER WALKERS AT THE COMMUNITY CENTRE AT 3.00PM Go to the back of the newsletter for further details


Library is on the move!

Burnie Brae’s much-loved member library has been temporarily moved to the back of the auditorium during the first stage of a revelopment to provide a more comfortable leisure area for members, and additional space for Cafe Connect. The revamp is expected to be completed during the next couple of months.

The library will be moved back to the new membership area close to Reception, once the renovations are complete.

Burnie Brae Electrical Test & TagWhen it comes to dealing with gas and electricity, it is important to make sure your appliances are checked by a competent and licenced person regularly. Burnie Brae provides regular Test & Tag days at the Centre with an accredited electrician checking appliances for safety. With Winter coming, make sure your electric blankets and heaters are SAFE to use by bringing them to the Centre for testing. Next testing day is Friday 14th July from 9.30am$5.00 per appliance or $2.50 for BB members. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL (36242121)

Its heater weather make sure you are safe

Indoor Bowls A fun and social activity at Burnie Brae

Wednesday 1pm Friday 9.30am

Come along and join in

Volunteers Neededto assist with putting out and taking in bowls mats on Wednesdays & Fridays

Short break Members holiday

Floriade Trip to Canberra

Entertainment Book 2017 available at Reception for $65.00

Wednesday 4th October-

Saturday 7th OctoberFloriade is Australia’ s biggest celebration of Spring, showcasing one million � owers in bloom throughout Canberra’s Commonwealth Park. Last chance to book for this fantastic tripP 3624 2121


Celebrating Motherhood

As part of our governance practices, Burnie Brae is committed to a process of Board development that incorporates the skills, experience and knowledge required to facilitate the future growth of our organisation. In line with this commitment the Board is currently seeking suitably qualified persons to join its ranks, particularly people with qualifications or work experience in the following areas

Centre News

Thanks to everyone who supported our Mothers Day morning tea on Wednesday. We were honoured to have Dr Nora Amath as our guest speaker sharing about motherhood and her faith. It was interesting and inspiring for everyone who attended, especially when Nora’s talk was complemented by the beautiful voice of Stephen Hyndman who entertained the audience during the morning, and a splendid morning tea provided by Cafe Connect.

Recruiting for Burnie Brae Board

Accountancy Legal Services Business development Property/Project DevelopmentTravel Industry Community / Health Services

Application Process To assist your understanding of the requirements of a Director of the Board, we ask that you firstly read through the Role Description (available at Burnie Brae Reception and online www.burniebrae.org.au) Secondly, please provide your Resume with a Letter of Interest outliningThe reasons you are interested in being a Director of the BoardThe skills and experience you would contribute to the BoardPlease forward your application to [email protected]


As you may be aware the government announced numerous changes to superannuation and Social Security in the recent budget, so I thought I’d discuss some of these changes in this newsletter.

Contributing the proceeds of downsizing your home to superannuationFrom 1 July 2018, people aged 65 & over will be able to contribute up to $300,000 into super from the proceeds of selling their home, if they have owned their home for at least 10 years. This $300,000 is in addition to any other voluntary contributions people can make. It should be noted the $300,000 applies to both members of a couple, so a couple will be able to contribute up to $600,000 to super.

Energy assistance paymentA one-off Energy Assistance Payment for 2016-17 of $75 for single recipients and $125 per couple will be paid to those eligible for qualifying payments on 20 June 2017. Qualifying payments include the Age Pension, Disability Support Pension and the War Widow(er)s.

Enhanced residency requirements for pensionersAlso from 1 July 2018, the residence requirements for the Age Pension and the Disability Support Pension are increasing. Currently, to qualify for a pension, a client must have at least 10 years residence in Australia with at least five years of those years continuous residence. Under the changes, a person will be required to have at least 15 years residence in Australia unless they have either:• 10 years continuous Australian residence, with five years during their working life (16 years of age to Age Pension age), or• 10 years continuous residence and not have been in receipt of an activity tested income support payment for cumulative periods greater than five years.

Pensioner Concession Card reinstatedPensioners who lost their entitlement to their Pensioner Concession Card due to the assets test changes on 1 January 2017 will have their card reinstated. The Pensioner Concession Card will be reinstated to about 92,300 former pension recipients and will provide access to discounts and concessions offered by states, territories and private providers. The card will be reissued over time with an ongoing income and assets test exemption. Pensioners who get the Pensioner Concession Card reissued will also retain the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card so they should continue to receive the Energy Supplement.

As mentioned in the previous newsletter, Stewart & I will go over these and any other relevant announcements at our June 14 seminar, however, in the meantime if you need some help with the above (or any other financial planning matters), I am happy to help. That could be initially via a brief chat, by phoning me at our Aspley office (3863 6300), or else feel free to email me ([email protected]), or at (www.aspiresrs.com.au). When you contact me, let me know if you would like to receive our dedicated Aspire SRS quarterly newsletter.

Evan Grespos – Financial Adviser – Aspire SRS

Finance News

Budget Changes May 2017


Stay secure online

Identity crime has become one of the most common and fastest growing crimes in Australia. Each year around five percent of the adult population, or about 900,000 people, report being a victim of identity crime resulting in a financial loss. Remember: Treat your personal information as you would treat your money—protect it and don’t leave it lying around for others to take.

Personal and financial information is currency for criminals online. With your stolen identity, a criminal can access your bank account, obtain credit cards or loans in your name and potentially ruin your credit rating. Use this guidance to learn how to protect your personal information and privacy.

Steps you can take to protect your identity online:You need to be careful with how much personal information you reveal online. Sharing your addresses, telephone number, birthday, and other personal information can mean you are at a greater risk of identity theft, stalking and harassment. This includes information you post on social media.

You also need to think about what information you may have online that is spread across multiple sites. Identity thieves can piece together your identity from public information that is available about you online.

Take proactive measures to protect your information Use strong passwords and don't share them with anyone. Ideally use a random combination of numbers, letters

and punctuation over eight characters long. Learn more about using strong passwords. Use a separate email address for shopping, discussion groups and newsletters. If you need to, you can then

change this address without disrupting online business activities. Only share your primary email address with people you know. Adjust your privacy settings on social networks to control the amount and type of information you want to

share.

Moderate your activity online and monitor for signs of compromise Check your billing and account records carefully to detect signs of potential identity theft early. Be careful when signing up to mailing lists – spammers sometimes use the unsubscribe button to validate

addresses. Only make online purchases from companies that have a clear privacy policy and secure payment pages. Find

more information about safe online banking and payments. Think before you fill out online forms and be careful with whom and how you share your information. Ask

yourself: do I really need to give my information to this site? Keep a record of what information you have given to whom.

Know what to do if your identity is stolen Notify your financial institutions. Change your passwords. Notify the relevant websites. Request a credit report from a reputable credit reference bureau.

Personal Information and Privacy online


Too much sugar in the diet can contribute to health problems like obesity. Refined (or processed) sugar provides a quick, simple source of energy, but it doesn’t contain other nutrients such as vitamins and minerals. Sugars are popular in the processed food industry because they add taste, colour, bulk and thickness to food products. They also prevent mould forming and act as a preservative.The World Health Organisation suggests keeping daily “free sugars” to about 5 per cent of your daily energy intake (that’s about 6–9 teaspoons) for optimum health. What does 6–9 teaspoons really look like? Let’s break it down.First up, how much sugar can I eat per day?

5 per cent of daily energy intake averages out to about 6 teaspoons for women and 9 teaspoons for men.A teaspoon works out at 4.2 grams of sugar.Free sugars include refined sugars added to processed foods AND the natural sugars found in honey, syrups, fruit juices and fruit concentrates. It doesn’t include the sugars found in milk (lactose) or fresh fruit and veg.

So what does this look like over the course of a day? 1) Breakfast: get off to a sugar-free start.Low-fat yogurts, store-bought baked goods and packaged cereals can be notoriously high in sugar. If you don’t want to exceed your quota before 11am, we recommend making your own brekkie at home and sticking to more savoury options.Tub of fruit flavoured yoghurt (160g): up to 7 teaspoons.Bowl of Just Right cereal (50g): up to 4 teaspoons.2) Looking for low-sugar lunch?We would always recommend a home-cooked lunch . But if that’s not an option, low-sugar takeaway lunch IS possible if you know where to look.Large pre-made Sumo salad with dressing: up to 5 teaspoons.Two sushi rolls: up to 4 teaspoons.Two slices of white bread, expect to get nearly 3 grams of sugar from the bread alone.Simple Pumpkin Salad: less than half a teaspoon per serve.3) Dinner time We recommend cooking your own dinner from scratch wherever possible. That way, you know EXACTLY what’s in it. But if you just need a takeaway night, make sure you’re smart about your choices (and maybe give certain dishes or cuisines a miss).Takeaway Pad Thai: up to 6 teaspoons.Latina Lasagne with Angus Beef & Vegetables (200g serve): 3 teaspoons.Carrot Tahini Burgers with Radicchio + Tzatziki: less than half a teaspoon per serve.4) Time for a treat? Desserts and snacks.Desserts and snacks often pack a sugary punch relative to their size. If a snack attack strikes, stick to options like nuts, fresh fruit or 85 per cent or more dark choc. Slice of café banana bread: up to 11 teaspoons.Magnum Classic ice cream: 5.5 teaspoons.2 blocks of 85 per cent dark chocolate (30g): about 1.5–2 teaspoons.

Your health

How much sugar are you consuming in Burnie Brae biscuits? 1 x Delta Cream and 1 x Butternut Snap = 9.4 grams of sugar = over 2 teaspoons of sugar!


Centre News• and more!!

A Research Project you are invited to be part of

Craft Group movingAn opportunity has arisen for the our Wednesday morning Craft group to move the Respite Centre with a new timeslot of Thursday Morning 9am – 11am.

The move to the new venue will allow the group to have a dedicated space and we feel confident that the members of the group will continue to thrive and enjoy each other’s company in this new setting.

This will commence from Thursday 1st June

You might think that reading groups are simply an arena for book worms to indulge in their favourite passion or for you to have enjoyable argument about your favourite story or characters with like-minded individuals…but book clubs actually offer more lifelong benefits than you realise:

Joining a reading group can also help to extend your reading, as you’ll be tempted to try different types of books that you might not otherwise have chosen by yourself.

Reading groups are actually a fantastic place to promote learning. Discussing books helps to reinforce things in your mind and enable you to retain information better.

Book clubs enable you to appreciate otherwise “dry” topics within the context of an involving story - for example, reading books set in certain periods allow you to learn more about history, without the dread of boring facts and dates.

For those shy of public speaking, book clubs are a great way to start practising expressing your opinions to an audience or summarising information and presenting it in a coherent and engaging way

Looking for Burnie Brae Book Club Members

All welcome to join the Book Club2nd Monday of each month in the Respite Building


Out & about

XXXX Brewery TourWednesday 7th June

$52.00 per person Includes transport, 1.5 hour tour, beer tasting and $5 merchandise voucher

Have you ever wondered how the XXXX brew got its name? Or how it’s made? The XXXX Brewery & Alehouse Tours is an unbeatable way to discover the legend of XXXX and experience a true Australian icon up close. This brewery tour will take you through the 135-year history of XXXX, from its origins to its position as Australia’s number one beer.

Abbey MuseumFriday 23rd June

$79.00 per person Includes transport, morning tea and lunchThe Abbey Museum in Caboolture provides a taste of what medieval life was like, including a guided tour of beautiful stained glass in the Abbey church and an entertaining and lively talk about every day existence for people in the middle ages. Its a fun and educational day which includes lunch.

We love hearing your feedback about our trips and Centre events. We aim to please, and we are always striving to improve the way we do things. When you go on one of our Centre trips, please complete a Feedback Form as this information helps us with future planning.If you have a general comment or suggestion, we would also love to hear that as well. Photos are great for publicising our trips, so if you have any you would like to share from one of our trips, please email them through to [email protected]

QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute

Wednesday 5th July$35.00 per person Includes transport, tour and morning tea

Come and see the inner workings of one of Australia’s largest and most successful research institutes for yourself. QIMR Berghofer welcomes visits from community groups who are provided with a presentation, a guided laboratory visit, and the opportunity to hear from some of Australia’s leading medical researchers. Morning tea will be at a local venue following the tour.

Gladiators ExhibitionTuesday 11th July

$52.00 per person Includes transport, tour and morning teaThe trip commences with morning tea at the refurbished QM Café before beginning the visit to the museum. This international exhibition features more than 120 artefacts, interactive games and displays to reveal who gladiators were, where they lived and how they trained. View archaeological treasures, including actual pieces of the Colosseum, elaborately decorated bronze gladiator helmets and original arms and armour preserved in the ashes of Pompeii.


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ITS COMING - BOOK NOW Kinky Boots- the musicalWednesday 20th September

$85.00 per person Includes transport and ticketBased on the movie starring Joel Edgerton and inspired by a true story, KINKY BOOTS takes you on a hilarious journey from a working class shoe factory to the runways of Milan. Charlie Price is struggling to save the family shoe business and live up to his father’s expectations. Determined to keep the factory from bankruptcy, Charlie meets a fashionable new friend who gives him an outrageous idea that could change both of their destinies.

Chung Tian Temple TourTuesday 18th July

$45.00 per person Includes transport, tour, morning tea and lunchChung Tian Buddhist Temple is Southeast Queensland’s most beautiful temple and a must-visit in Brisbane. It is located in Logan City and was constructed in 1992 according to the Chinese palace architectural style of red and gold that are the traditional colours of Emperors. Take the opportunity to learn more about Buddhism and the history of the Temple in this interesting and insightful tour. Enjoy morning tea in the peaceful surroundings of the Temple before heading to the Diggers Services Club for lunch.

Sunshine Coast Castle & Mcmartin’s Strawberry FarmMonday 31st July

$80.00 per person Includes transport, morning tea and lunch Head up the highway to Bli Bli stopping at McMartin’s Strawberry Farm for a Devonshire morning tea and the chance to buy some freshly picked strawberries or something special from the range of delicious home made products on offer at the farm shop. The next stop is Sunshine Castle which is a unique building filled with medieval and historical displays and cultural exhibitions. Wander over the draw bridge into another time and take in the stunning views from the Castle keep. Enjoy lunch at the Castle before returning home.

Christmas in July Thursday 13th July

$95.00 per person Includes transport, morning tea and lunchTravel up the highway and have morning tea at a selected venue along the way, before arriving at Flaxton a leafy little village between Montville and Mapleton. Flaxton offers you a beautiful escape from the world and Flaxton Gardens with its coastal views stretching from Noosa to Moreton Island is the perfect place for a Christmas in July lunch. Enjoy all the Christmas trimmings and take in the magnificent view while you partake of your lunch.


VOLUNTEER DRIVERS

Our Transport Department provides a door to door service taking clients to medical appointments, group shopping trips and centre events and activities. The position is based at Chermside and is a 7.30am start.

VOLUNTEER - COMMUNIT Y VISITORS SCHEME

Do you have a passion for helping people? If you have great communication skills and want to engage and make a di� erence to the lives of socially isolated people, becoming a community visitor might be just for you.

FURTHER DETAILS ON ANY OF THESE ROLES

If you are interested in applying for any of these roles, please enquire at Reception for a full job description and registration form.

Alternatively, all forms can be downloaded from our website under the Volunteer tab.

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Fitzgibbon Ramblers Free over 50’s walking group! Starts 6th June 2017! When: Tuesdays @ 3 pm

Meet: Fitzgibbon Community Centre, 545 Roghan Rd, FITZGIBBON QLD 4018

Notes: Enjoy a 30-45min walk at your own pace, and meet some other friendly people in the neighbourhood.

Contact: Walk Organiser, Lee at [email protected] or on 3624 2121 for more information about the group.

Register free now at: http://walking.heartfoundation.org.au/walking/participant/register/?gid=1787 Heart Foundation Walking is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. It is Australia’s largest network of free community-based walking groups. To find out more about the program visit: walking.heartfoundation.org.au or www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/facilities-recreation/sports-leisure/walking

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