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‘Field’ of dreams: our city turns 30

Daniel Bouwmeester August 26, 2022 6 min read 0

In August 1992, the nearly 3,000 hectares of topographically awkward bushland at the outskirts of Brisbane, west of Greenbank, was almost unknown. It was the sprawling estate of not much more than an abandoned tree-farming operation. It is incredible to think that, just three decades later, it is now home to the world’s 10th biggest…

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Friendships forming for Filipino spring festival

Daniel Bouwmeester August 25, 2022 4 min read 0

Next weekend at Robelle Domain parklands, crowds of all stripes will welcome in spring together at “PAMA SpringFest 2022” – a celebration of cross-cultural cooperation. The free event takes place Sunday, 4 September at The Circle, in Springfield Central – 9am to 7pm – and is being organised by the Philippines-Australia Multicultural Association (PAMA), an…

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Car lovers revved up about men’s health

Daniel Bouwmeester August 22, 2022 5 min read 0

Organisers of the upcoming Father’s Day car show event are hoping it gives men’s health awareness some much-needed traction. Local Movember spin-off group the “MO-tor Men” is partnering with Orion Springfield Central for a day full of cars, live music, food stalls, raffles, a silent auction, and more, on Sunday, 4 September, beginning at 10am….

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Walk in the park to get pet smart

Daniel Bouwmeester August 20, 2022 4 min read 0

Next month, dog owners are invited to the howling return of Bark in the Park, a day of fun family entertainment to spread awareness about responsible pet ownership. On Sunday, 18 September, from 10am to 1pm, residents of the Greater Springfield area can come along with their fluffy friends – ensuring they are properly leashed…

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A snug fit for fundraising at Lakes childcare centre

Daniel Bouwmeester August 15, 2022 2 min read 0

Children and adults alike enjoyed a full day in their PJs on Friday, 22 July, at The Lakes Early Learning Centre – for a good cause. The early childhood centre participated in National Pyjama Day to help raise money for foster kids, and centre worker Tallara Ritchie said the children really enjoyed wearing their jammies…

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New hub of activity in Augustine Heights

Daniel Bouwmeester August 14, 2022 2 min read 0

Community groups and residents are now able to use a brand new public meeting facility in Augustine Heights. The Augustine Heights Community Hub, situated at the south-eastern corner of Jane Gorry Park, was officially opened to the public by Division 2 Councillors Nicole Jonic and Paul Tully in May this year. Cr Jonic said the…

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Hearty turnout for Indian soup kitchen opening

Daniel Bouwmeester August 14, 2022 4 min read 0

Locals got their first taste of a brand new volunteer-run soup kitchen in Springfield Lakes at its grand opening last month. The facility, located at Maa Sarada’s Kitchen café at the Vedanta Centre in Springfield Lakes, was officially blessed at a special dedication ceremony just before lunchtime, Saturday, July 30. The upgrade will allow the…

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Rotary Club raising a toast – and funds – to help transform lives

Daniel Bouwmeester August 11, 2022 3 min read 0

EDIT: Monday 15 August. This event is once again going ahead! The Rotary Club corrected the error on the Facebook event page. For any enquiries, please call 0417 097 803. Christian community groups are teaming up to help establish a local facility for drug addiction recovery, with a special fundraising event in Springfield Lakes on…

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Bus service expands coverage for Indigenous students

Daniel Bouwmeester August 9, 2022 2 min read 0

RiverCity Bus Service has added a new route to its school pick-up and drop-off schedule, giving students better access to Hymba Yumba Independent School.

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New mobile podiatry service up and running

Daniel Bouwmeester August 5, 2022 4 min read 0

Young entrepreneur Kirsty Thian has launched a mobile podiatry service, Imperial Podiatry, to help greater Springfield residents get back on their feet. The service involves driving to local residences to help cure foot woes in-home. “I knew it was something that I enjoyed doing,” she said. “I had helped a fellow colleague with her business…

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