Community
By Steve Bruford We are now in a new financial year at the shed and membership is up for renewal. We currently have 62 members – each year we lose 6 to 8 around this time of year for one reason or another. Mostly they move away so can’t attend anymore, but each year as…
Recently, I had the privilege of visiting Headspace in Inala, with the Hon. Emma McBride, the assistant minister for mental health and suicide prevention, and rural and regional health. Headspace provides vital services such as mental health support, physical health advice, and assistance with education and employment. Meeting the dedicated staff and volunteers who work…
By Jamie Furness The speed limits along Johnson Road between Carole Park and Browns Plains have been amended from May 29, 2024 to manage the medium to high road infrastructure risks and to reduce crash risks. A speed limit review for the Johnson Road corridor spanning over Forest Lake, Parkinson, Larapinta and Heathwood was undertaken…
By Guy Hazlewood The Inala-based Western Brisbane Dementia Alliance, led by Juanita Hughes, is set to launch an innovative music therapy program for individuals living with dementia and their family care partners. The new initiative which is funded by a grant from the DFC Community Engagement Grant Program, aims to provide not only a therapeutic…
A 26-year-old man from Bellbird Park has been charged with grievous bodily harm following a serious assault that occurred in Durack early yesterday morning. According to Acacia Ridge Detectives, the incident took place around 1:30 a.m. on July 13, when a 44-year-old man from Inala was allegedly attacked by another man outside a licensed venue…
By Jamie Furness Business Network International (BNI) has opened a new chapter in Forest Lake, meeting every Wednesday evening from 4 pm – 5:30 pm at the Forest Lake Tavern. The local chapter will allow businesses in Forest Lake and surrounds to enjoy the many benefits of joining BNI, which has provided fantastic results for…
Recently, I had the privilege of visiting Headspace in Inala, with the Hon. Emma McBride, the assistant minister for mental health and suicide prevention, and rural and regional health. Headspace provides vital services such as mental health support, physical health advice, and assistance with education and employment. Meeting the dedicated staff and volunteers who work…
By Jamie Furness Richlands resident and rising squash star Sarbani Maitra has been making a name for herself on the Squash court both locally and internationally. The 15-year-old is the youngest player in the Australian team heading to Houston USA in July and will play the World Junior Championships. Sarbani, who attends St John’s Anglican…
By Jamie Furness The 2024 Queensland Day Awards ceremony for Inala was held on Saturday 6 June 2024. The event was chaired by State Member for Inala Margie Nightingale MP, Hon Milton Dick MP, and Forest Lake Ward councillor Charles Strunk in partnership with the South West Progress Association. Finalists from each category were invited…
By Lion April Lindel Leo Advisor, St John’s Anglican College Leo Club Forest Lake Lions Club – Leos St John’s Anglican College Leo’s and school teacher Mrs Gimeno, with Leo advisor Lion April, visited Inala Salvation Army delivering sweet treats on Sunday May 26. This event recognised the importance of caring for others and supporting…