From “Before Forest Lake” by Vicki Mynott Forest Lake beginnings Milestones: 1988 -The Archerfield property and the “Woodlands” vision were bought by developers 1989 – The name “Forest Lake” first appeared in a concept plan 1990 – Work on infrastructure for Forest Lake was in progress 1991 – The Forest Lake project was officially opened […]
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Forest Lake locals have been graced by the arrival of fairies in the suburb, who are providing friendship and encouragement to their new human friends via the letters left in their tree. 3-year-old Remi Lu oversaw the construction of an enchanted tree, which allows those who find it to speak directly with the resident fairies. […]
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The Pallara parkrun celebrated its fifth anniversary in July, and with a growing suburb, needs volunteers to help out its weekly events now more than ever. The five kilometre circuit runs through Pallara Park on the corner of Gooderham and Brookbent Road, and is open to the public every Saturday at 7 am. The Pallara […]
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Forest Lake State High School’s Digital Technologies Head of Department, MJ Raatz, was awarded the 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Award in Canberra last month. Held in Parliament House and supported by education inequality-fighting Schools Plus, the award. “The night was full of fun and emotion, and highlighted the important role teachers play in students’ lives […]
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The Queensland Government has warned Queenslanders to prepare their homes and family for extreme weather this summer. The week of October 9-15 was Get Ready Queensland Week, helping to raise awareness for the extreme weather Australians may face year-round. A statement issued by Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and Deputy Premier Steven Miles detailed three simple steps […]
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By April Lindel On Sunday August 13 2023, four amazing children attended the Children of Courage Ceremony, a Lions Club of Forest Lake project. The purpose of the Children of Courage Awards is to recognise a special group of young Australians and their families. There are many awards that recognise the achievements of young people, […]
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From “Before Forest Lake” by Vicki Mynott Adapted for print by Jamie Furness Homestead Park in the north of Forest Lake is the site of the earliest settlement in the suburb, and was home to Archerfield House. The Archerfield Estate included all of Forest Lake and much more. For the full history of the area, […]
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By Jamie Furness Forest Lake performer Amy Winner is starring in the Savoyards production of the Music Man, performing in eight shows from September 23 until October 7 at the IONA Performing Arts Centre in Wynnum. Set in 1912, the Music Man follows the story of Harold Hill (played by David West), a con man […]
Read MoreBy Corin Mackay The Lakehouse Crew, a local music quartet, have expanded this year from a trio to incorporate a fourth member due to increased demand for a wider variety of music. As it stands now, the crew consists of Phil O’Connor on drums, Glenn Flanady on guitar, Mark Plumb on second guitar and vocals, […]
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By Corin Mackay The Forest Lake Men’s Shed is a home away from home for many local retirees, offering a space for men to pursue a social life among peers from age 18 and over. In January 2015, Steve Bruford placed an article in the Lake News to express interest in forming a Forest Lake […]
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