By Corin Mackay The Forest Lake Baptist Church will celebrate its 25th birthday with an outdoor service at the lake on Sunday October 8 at 9:00 am, open to everyone in the community. People of all ages and experiences are invited to enjoy the event, meet new people, listen to a sermon and hear about […]
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By Jamie Furness The Forest Lake Crochet and Knitting Group celebrated a decade of serving the local community in August this year at a lunch event at the Richlands Tavern. Group coordinator Sue Gibbens said the group makes all kinds of items from yarn generously donated by the Forest Lake community. “It’s a way for […]
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By Jamie Furness Forest Lake’s Allstars Performing Arts dancers had a fantastic eisteddfod season this year, with routines taking home multiple awards against fierce competition. At the Dance Life Unite eisteddfod held at St John’s Anglican College in July, students received one 1st placement, two 2nd placements, four 3rd placements, and one 4th placement, with […]
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The Lake News team has been busy out and about in the community this month. Below are a few highlights from the last few weeks. The Lake News 30th Birthday The Lake News turned 30 this month! I recently visited Chris Wren, who co-founded The Lake News with his wife Betty Wren, along with LNP […]
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Caring for the environment is a topic close to the heart of the Browns Plains based Swanborough Funerals – and that is why they offer unique ‘green funeral’ services. Green coffins Wicker coffins made out of willow are the most environmentally friendly and cost effective coffin – a popular choice for those planning a green […]
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The Forest Lake Markets will return on Friday July 14 for a mid-year Christmas-themed event from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the Forest Lake Sports Field on College Avenue. Locals can expect to see a plethora of stalls and attractions on the night, ranging from food trucks selling spuds, crepes, poffertjes and ice cream […]
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There’s something for everyone at Middle Green. Check out the activities that you can participate in below. Greenbank Rugby League: Training commences on Tuesdays and Thursday evenings, with games on Sundays. Middle Green Touch: You can sign up as a team or individual player. Games run on Monday nights for all ages. Greenbank over 50’s […]
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Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications are an affordable and effective pathway for students to find employment, undertaking practical learning opportunities to gain experience in preparation for work after graduation. Forest Lake State High School offers a wide range of VET options as a Registered Training Organisation and in conjunction with other partner providers. […]
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From the Desk Of Annastacia Palaszczuk: The 2023-34 State budget is all about delivering cost-of-living relief to local families. A budget is never about numbers, they’re about people. That’s why we’re delivering a $550 electricity rebate to every Queensland household. If you’re a concession card holder you may be eligible for more than $1000 in […]
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Photo by Harry Cunningham. Forest Lake local Xavier Hernandez will be completing the 30km Kokoda Track challenge this July along with several other members of his school cohort. Xavier, who is in Year 8 at St John’s Anglican College, will participate in the challenge with staff, parents and students from all different year levels. Participants […]
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