60 Kuran Street ChermsideP 07 3624 2121

ISSUE 2: MARCH 2018

Burnie Brae

DIARY DATES

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MARCH DATES

5 AGE WITH STYLE AND GRACE

6 . . . . . . . . . . . GOLD BOOK SAFE

7 . COVERMORE PRESENTATION

7 . . . . . . . . . EUMUNDI MARKETS

7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ALADDIN

10 . . .COAL MINERS DAUGHTER

12 . . . . . . . . . SHAVE FOR A CURE

13 . . . PORT OF BRISBANE TOUR

14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ROLY SUSSEX

16 . . . . . . . . . . . . TEST & TAG DAY

19 . . LETS TALK WOMENS HEALTH

22 . .KOOKABURRA SHOWBOAT

27 . . . . GOLD BASKET WEAVING

28 .APT TRAVEL PRESENTATION

29 . . . . . . . CHUNG TIAN TEMPLE

ApRIl DATES

4 . . . . . COLD CASE CRIME TOUR

4 . . . . . . . . . . TECH CONNECTION

10 . . . . . . . . . . .ORIGAMI WALLET

10 . . . BRISBANE AIRPORT TOUR

12 BACKROADS PRESENTATION

17 . . . . . . . . . . . . ESCAPE MANOR

18 . . . . . . . YOUR UNIQUE STYLE

23 . . . . . LETS TALK HIP & KNEES

26 MALENY BOTANIC GARDENS

30 . . . . . . . . .UNIWORLD TRAVEL

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Shave for a cure Morning TeaFeaturing the Burnie BraevesMonday 12th March 10 .30am - 12pmBurnie Brae Auditorium $10 .00 entry

Burnie Brae Travel Connections is going from strength to strength and will be even better known following the Travel Expo held at the Centre in february. The event hosted by Travel Connections, brought together twenty exhibitors who provided current information and advice plus extraordinary deals to entice attendees looking for holiday inspiration.

As well as the opportunity to talk to the experts and learn more about a range of topics covered in the travel presentations, there were prizes, raffles and great food provided by Cafe Connect.

If you have a travel dream, make an appointment with one of the Travel Connections team for a no obligation chat to help you make your dream a reality. p 3624 2191 or Email travel@travelconnections.org.au

A great Success!!

See more photos inside

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Member news

36242121for all Burnie Brae Services and Activity Centre enquiries

Ring

Don’t scramble for loose change to pay for your activities at Burnie BraeLoad cash on to your membership card instead .

This is easy - nominate the amount you would like to load on to your card (between $50 and $500) at the Centre Reception desk. Then all you need to do when you come to your activity is swipe your card and select $$ ON CARD at the entry terminal.

You can check the funds you have on your card anytime at the terminal in the Members’ lounge. It is located next to the loyalty Rewards cabinet. By swiping your card you can check your cash balance, any vouchers you have and the loyalty points you have accrued.

When funds are low - all you need to do is top up again at Reception.

All members have a $6.00 birthday voucher loaded on to their membership card so you can enjoy a complimentary coffee or tea and sweet treat at Cafe Connect for your birthday. The voucher is valid for 30 days from the date of your birthday.

FOR SALE

one of our members has a mobility scootler for sale. full details including the manual and photos are available from owner.

Victory - The ultimate in style and performance

Very good condition - hardly used

price on application

phone pat 0405454602

Convert your points to Burnie Brae Dollars to spend in the Centre. look for the image throughout the newsletter and go to the back for full details of the Burnie Brae loyalty program.

HOW TOSupport the Burnie Brae

Shave for a Cure Campaign1. Come to our fun morning tea.

MonDAY 12TH MARCH 10.30AM - 12pM $10 EnTRYAll proceeds will be going to fundraising for the campaign. Book at Reception or ring 3624 2121 to reserve your seat .

2. Make a donation directly into the donationbox in the Cafe.

Click hereto make a donation directly to the leukaemia foundation.

four of the Burnie Braeves committed to shaving, cutting and colouring their hair for a good cause. full details at Reception or go to www.burniebrae.org.au

Mobility Scooter

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A fun and social activity at Burnie Brae

All WelcomeWednesday 1pm & Friday 9.30am

Volunteers needed To assist with putting outand taking in bowls mats on Wednesdays & fridays

Please contact Lee Ryan 3624 2108

Indoor Bowls

Burnie Brae has an exciting calendar of interesting craft workshops which are available for the whole community and sponsored by the Brisbane City Council G.o.l.D. program. These low cost workshops are conducted by a qualified craft teacher and all materials are provided for each of the sessions.

What’s GOLD? Growing older and living Dangerously (GolD)* is a Brisbane City Council Active and Healthy lifestyle program which provides free or low-cost activities for residents 50 years and over.

GOLD Craft Workshops at Burnie Brae & Brighton

Centre news

ALL WORKSHOPS

$5.00 MUST BOOK AND PAY IN ADVANCE

3624 2121

Workshops availableBOOK SAFEORIGAMI WALLETSPRAY TIE DYINGPRINTED SHOPPING BAG

full details at Reception or go to www.burniebrae.org.au

April Sunday Dance change There will be a change of policy for the Sunday Dance in April.Could all attendees please bring a plate to share for afternoon tea. price is now$10 for Members $12 non-members

Line Dancing SocialCome along and join in Second Sunday of every month 1.00pm - 5.30pm

from March price will be$15 per person

Friday Dance twice a monthThe re-emergence of the friday night dance has proved so popular that it will be on twice a month commencing April 13th .

2nd and 4th Friday of the month7pm - 10pmBurnie Brae auditorium$10.00 per personBring a plate to share

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Centre news

Price Increase from 2nd AprilCosts for some hairdressing services at the salon will increase from 2nd April as per the list below.

Women’s Cut . . . . . . . $24.00Shampoo/Blowdry/Set $20.00full Blow Dry . . . . . . . . . .$20.00Colour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$40.00perm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$80.00Streaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$35.00Men’s Cut . . . . . . . . . . . . .$18.00Men’s Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12.00All prices are for Burnie Brae members. Non-members - add $4.00 per item

Burnie Brae Hairdressing Beginner Linedancing is about to start at Burnie Brae and Fitzgibbon Community Centreline Dancing isn’t simply getting some exercise. ... Dancing

is a unique form of exercise because it provides the heart-healthy benefits of an aerobic exercise while also allowing you to engage in a social activity. of all the physical activities, dancing involves the most mental effort. Great reasons to join our Beginner lineDancing Classes.Commencing at Burnie BraeMonday 12th March 1 .30pmCommencing at Fitzgibbon Community CentreFriday 16th March 12 .30pm

Line Dancing Beginner

Join the Burnie Brae Walking GroupIt’s free and fun exercise!

Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Times: 4.30pm The walk is 45-60 minutes

Meet: 7th Brigade park (Kedron Wavell RSl entry) Kittyhawk Drive, Chermside

Contact Lee Ryan for more details E: ryan.l@burniebrae.org.auP 3624 2108

Burnie Brae Walking Group

Don’t risk faulty electrical appliances. Get them tested at Burnie Brae.

The next Test & Tag Day isFriday 16th March 9.30am - 10.30am

Rear of Burnie brae auditorium$5.00 per appliance$2.50 for Burnie Brae membersfREE with MermberplUS voucherlIMIT of 4 ITEMS pER MEMBERBOOK by ringing 3624 2121

Test & Tag Day

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Centre newsBurnie Brae Events

Burnie Brae Mother’s Day Speaker - Ali France

Ali france’s story is one of determination, true grit and resilience. At 38, Ali was a successful TV producer, writer and busy mum to two young boys. Her life changed forever in a shopping centre

car park in 2011 when an out of control car ploughed into her, and her young son.Her son emerged unscathed but Ali barely survived. She lost her leg, endured many years of surgery and suffered severe post traumatic stress disorder. Ali now lives by the motto ‘no limits’. She lives just outside her comfort zone, she takes risks and has a never give up attitude. Her courageous and inspirational story will resonate with any audience, leaving them with the motivation to achieve their own goals and dreams.

Finding your unique stylePresenter Esma Versace

Targeted and practical style and beauty solutions.Join Esma in this relaxed and friendly interactive presentation aimed at teaching you to find confidence in your style choices. The

morning will include guidance about how to dress for your body shape, age and lifestyle and practical advice on where to shop for your age.

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April 18

May 9

May 16

He’s Back - Roly Sussex returns to Burnie Brae

Finding your unique stylePractical and targeted interactive session conducted by a fashion stylist and online beauty editor.

Mother’s Day High TeaWith guest speaker Ali France

Celebrating the Life LivedRelationships Australia presentation

Tech Connection WorkshopTech Connection is an interactive workshop for seniors (details below)

April 4

Tech Connection WorkshopsWe welcome Tech Connection to Burnie Brae to help you make the most of going online. Add new skills and experiences to your life with this interactive workshop covering the following topics: cyber safety, social connections, safe shopping, how to keep up to date with world events. Bring your device, laptop or tabletMoRE DETAIlS AT RECEpTIon

March 12 Shave for a cure Morning Teasupport the Burnie Braeves - All Welcome

Full details at Reception or go to www.burniebrae.org.au

Let’s Talk - Hip & Knee Healthpresented by Healthy Connections staff

April 23

Let’s Talk - Nutrition & Weight Controlpresented by Healthy Connections staff

May 21

Click on the date for further details

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Centre newsand more!!

Do you have elderly parents, a family member, friend, or neighbour over 65 on a Home Care package or living in Residential Care who may be feeling socially isolated ?If so our dedicated Burnie Brae Volunteer Community Visitors are here to offer support, friendship, social interaction and regular visits. Its totally free and can be arranged by contacting one of the Community Support and Wellness Services team (details below).

Community Visitors Scheme

Meet nick our newest Community Visitor Burnie Brae would like to welcome our newest Community Visitor Scheme volunteer nicholas Hoare -Stevens to the team. nick will be involved in a group visit utilising his hobbies and interests in art, sewing clothes, and craft. Great to have you onboard nick!

If you would like to become a Community Visitor volunteer or if you know someone who would enjoy a visitor, please ring 3624 2125 or email communitysupportandwellness@burniebrae.org.au

Would you like to be part of an amateur acting group at Burnie Brae ?Would you enjoy performing comical skits and plays?Would you like to unleash your hidden talent?Join the party. no lInES To lEARn!no CoSTUMES To fIDDlE WITH!no MAKE –Up To MESS WITH!Interested? Intrigued? Please register your interest at Reception

Calling would-be actorsExperienced Ukelele teacher wanting to form a group at Burnie BraeBeginners welcomeBring your own instrument if you have one, limited supply of loan Ukes available to try.proposed class will be Wednesdays4.00pm - 5.30pm $5.00 per lesson

Please register your interest at Reception

Calling ukelele players

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K2018 will be an exciting year at Burnie Brae Travel Connections as we strive to introduce you to a world of discovery through our Travel Club. The Travel Club will help you discover, share, explore travel ideas, hot destinations, your bucket lists and much more. We have two fantastic FREE presentations this month.

Book at Reception or Ring 3624 2121

Travel news

Please ring and book an appointment to talk about your travel plans so we can give you our undivided attention.

Wednesday28th March

10am

Wednesday7th March

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Burnie Brae member, pat Herriott, is a very happy woman after being miraculously reconciled with Cody, her 11 years old terrior cross therapy dog.

Cody was missing for twelve days and pat had given up hope of ever seeing him again, when he was discovered in a very weak but surprisingly good condition trapped in a drain. The brave little dog has put his ordeal behind him and is now his old self. He has even risen to celebrity status with his photo and story being told in a local paper. I think everyone would agree Cody is a very lucky little dog.

Cody is back alive and well

Burnie Brae nursery has now re-opened for 2018 offering great value plants for your garden. opening hours are 9.00am - 1.00pm Monday to Thursday7.45am - 1pm friday onlyCurrently looking for donations of potted plants if any members are looking to downside their gardens.

Burnie Brae Nursery

one of our long term volunteers, Steve Dysonhas been awarded a lilley Australia Day award for his volunteering services at Burnie Brae and in the community. Steve provides fantastic volunteer support for the project pantry program and is also a Heart foundation walk organiser four days a week. He has also been a Charlie’s Angel at the prince Charles Hospital for approximately five years, providing administration assistance to staff and ensuring patients are appropriately attended to and cared for as they await medical attention. Steve is very proud of what he does as a volunteer for the community and intends to continue helping his community for a long time to come

Congratulations SteveWe would like to congratulate lisa Hawken a dedicated member of the lifestyle facilitator Team.lisa was nominated due to the high number of compliments she receives from our happy customers regarding her outstanding work ethic and her willingness to go the extra mile.

lisa was awarded an ‘Employee of the Month’ certificate and provide with a $25 voucher to spend in Café Connect. If you happen to see lisa, congratulate her on her award!

Lisa wins Employee of the month

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Many Burnie Brae members have been involved in research projects run by us here at the centre or externally by various universities. You may have asked yourself, “why does Burnie Brae get involved in research and why are they sending me these invitations to participate?” The answer to these questions might surprise you.

A lot of what we do and what we believe in our day-to-day lives is based on common sense; based on what we ourselves have experienced in the past or on the experiences of other people in our circle of friends and family. This is called anecdotal evidence. However, using anecdotal evidence to select a course of action may not be the best approach to use, especially when it comes to your health care. for example, you would expect your doctor to use a more reliable form of evidence when prescribing medications than his own observations such as, “Well, it worked for fred when I gave it to him last week”.

This other type of evidence is called empirical evidence. Empirical evidence is based on the experiences of many people (the research participants). By combining the results of many people’s experience with the intervention (be that a medication, type of exercise, food choice or elective surgery) the chances that the results will apply to the population as a whole are increased. In addition, these interventions are carried out in controlled conditions with close monitoring of participants’ health and wellbeing. This is called the scientific method. Using the scientific method of enquiry means that results can be checked by other researchers and that the effects can be generalized to the wider population.Applying the scientific method and producing empirical evidence relies on the involvement and goodwill of research participants. In the past three years the generous participation of Burnie Brae members has contributed to research that

will improve the health and wellbeing of older people across Australia and around the world. Some examples of these projects:

Muscling Up Against Disability (Burnie Brae / University of Queensland / Bond University) – how does a 24-week progressive resistance training regime affect a person’s strength, balance and quality of life?

Active@Home (Burnie Brae / Brisbane north pHn) – how does a personal care worker-led exercise program affect the health and wellbeing of care recipients?

RESCUE: REduce Sitting to improve Cognitive fUnction in Elders (University of Queensland) – how does a program to encourage people to sit less affect their brain health and functioning?

Insoles for parkinson’s (Queensland University of Technology) – does wearing textured insoles increase stability and reduce falls for people with parkinson’s disease?

older renters, home and health (University of Queensland) - understanding the experiences of older people renting and how their home environment impacts on their health and independence.

Motor imagery (Australian Catholic University) - can thinking about movement improve movement speed in older adults?

So a big thank you to all the members who have helped contribute to our knowledge of ageing well and living well. We look forward to working with members again in these exciting research activities.

Research at Burnie Brae

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out & aboutCold Case Crime TourWednesday 4th April

$52.00 pp Incl : transport, tour and morning teaThe Cold Case Crime tour is a 2.5 hour tour of the cold cases which remain unsolved, decades later. You will see the forensics available at the time, the detectives who investigated, the victims and their backgrounds. Also included and circulated are rare photographs of each crime scene and police theories about why these cases have not been solved.

Brisbane AirportTourTuesday 10th April

$35.00 pp Incl : transport, tour and morning teaA group tour of Brisbane Airport is a great way to learn about the operation of one of Australia’s fastest growing airports. Interesting, informative and fully guided, these tours provide an insight into the fascinating world of aviation. Morning tea at the airport will follow the tour.

Escape ManorTuesday 17th April

$55.00 pp Incl : transport, activity and light morning teaIf you love solving puzzles, Escape Manor, in Brisbane city, is an experience you will not want to miss. The manor has four rooms and four different scenarios and your task is to escape the rooms within a time frame. The fun comes from solving the puzzles together as a group and although there is a scary story, the idea is not to scare you, it is to challenge you to solve the mystery and get out of the room, within a time frame. A light morning tea is included during this unique morning.

Rent (the Musical)QPAC

Thursday 10th May$79.00 pp Incl : transport and ticket

Jonathan larson’s Tony Award and pulitzer prize winning musical, Rent rocks back to the stage in 2018! featuring classic hits “Seasons of love” and “Take Me or leave Me”, Rent follows a year in the life of a group of friends struggling to make it in new York’s East Village, whose dreams and heartbreak intertwine in the shadow of HIV and AIDS. Based loosely on puccini’s la Boheme, this groundbreaking musical is a modern classic and is presented by some of Queensland’s freshest talent.

Beautiful - The Carole King musicalQPAC

Wednesday 1st August$95.00 pp Incl : transport and ticket

BEAUTIfUl is the inspiring true story of King’s journey from school girl to superstar; from her relationship with husband and song-writing partner Gerry Goffin, their close friendship and playful rivalry with fellow song-writing duo Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, and her remarkable rise to stardom.

CLICK ON THE IMAGES FOR FURTHER DETAILS

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Maleny Botanic Gardens & LunchThursday 26th April

$76.00 pp Incl : transport, garden entry, morning tea and lunchMaleny Botanic Gardens are positioned high on the escarpment, offering majestic lookouts. Escape into a world of tranquillity and let the sight and sound of running water enchant you. lunch will be in the delightful setting of The orangery at Maleny before heading home.

Three Dams TourThursday 3rd May

$76.00 pp Incl : transport, morning tea and lunchTravel the picturesque Brisbane Valley Highway taking in the towns of fernvale, Somerset, Kilcoy, Woodford, Dayboro and completing the tour at petrie. Visit the dams and spillways of Wivenhoe, Somerset and north pine, and enjoy a picnic morning tea and lunch along the way in the beautiful surroundings of the great South East.

Brisbane Warehouse Shopping TourTuesday 8th May

$62.00 pp Incl : transport, tour, morning tea and lunchDiscover hidden shopping hubs and gain VIp access to a selection of warehouses not open to the public. The tour is fully escorted by a professional and friendly host who provides up to date information regarding the best bargains, specific details on each venue and any specials offered exclusively for the tour. There will be a morning tea and lunch stop during the tour.

Heritage Park Eagle FarmWednesday 2nd May

$55.00 pp Incl : transport, tour and lunchHeritage park features three heritage-listed sites, combining stories of Brisbane’s convict era as the Moreton Bay penal Settlement and two surviving World War Two sites. There are indoor and outdoor displays, a movie theatre, an interactive model of the entire prison farm and its buildings, touchscreens, and an expansive viewing balcony overlooking the whole site and its attractions.  lunch will follow this interesting tour.  

Northside Coffee TourTuesday 15th May

$59.00 pp Incl : transport, tour and morning tea Coffee often makes long journeys from where it’s grown to end in your cup as the liquid velvet you enjoy. To find out about the journey, take a northside Coffee Tour. You’ll find out about the roasting process from green bean to brown from experts in the field. You will discover some of Brisbane’s best coffee artisans and gain first hand insight into the craft of sourcing, roasting and brewing awesome coffee. Morning tea is included in the tour.  

out & aboutCLICK ON THE IMAGES FOR FURTHER DETAILS

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MEMBER LOYALTY PROGRAM Now you can choose how you would like to spend your Loyalty Points

Choose an item from the Loyalty Rewards cabinet OR

Convert your points into Burnie Brae dollars to spend how you choose at the Centre.

Ask for further details about the Member Loyalty Program at Burnie Brae Reception.

How do I get Loyalty Points?

We reward members just for attending Centre activities, using our services or buying food and drinks in the Café. All you need to do is keep swiping your membership card when you make Centre transactions and the points will automatically accumulate on your card.

The points can only be redeemed in the following increments

n 2000 points n 5000 points n 10000 points n 20000 points

Choose redemption value. Present your card to the receptionist who will convert the points to Burnie Brae dollars. These dollars are loaded directly onto your membership card for future purchases within the Centre.

2000 points $20 Burnie Brae dollars

5000 points $50 Burnie Brae dollars

10,000 points $100 Burnie Brae dollars

20,000 points $200 Burnie Brae dollars

Current redemption rates as at 7 November 2017

Ask for further details about the Member Loyalty Program at Burnie Brae Reception