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On October 14 all Australians are required to vote against or in support of changing the constitution to establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander “Voice to Parliament.” Voters will select ‘yes’ or ‘no’ in response to the following question: “A Proposed Law: to alter the Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by…
Family Focus by Mark Mackay This month our church (Forest Lake Baptist Church) is having a service at the Lake Stage on October 8 to celebrate our 25th Anniversary as a constituted Queensland Baptist Church. The Forest Lake community is also invited to join us at this event, and we hope to see you there….
By Bob Butchard Do you ever feel as if the AI world is taking over your life, and your choices and options are already programmed? We are all influenced constantly by smart TVs, internet, and radio, bombarded from every direction until we acquiesce to this subliminal world that we are told is progress. Do you…
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,…
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,…
Shontae Iafeta Pallara State School teacher Keegan Peace was recently nominated as primary school teacher of the year at the Australian Education Awards. The Australian Education Awards are presented to top-performing government and non-government schools, principals, department heads, and teachers for their outstanding achievements in making a difference to the lives of young Australians. Keegan…
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…
By 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,…
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…
By Corin Mackay Nine years ago in August of 2014, Parkinson Ward Councillor Angela Owen-Taylor announced the construction of the Forest Lake Community Hall on College Avenue. The Lake News published a story in February 2016, after the Hall was officially opened, celebrating the addition of a much needed facility to the community. At the…