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Meets third Thursday each month. 10.00 am to 12.00 noon. Anzac Room, Bribie Island RSL Club, 99 Toorbul Street, Bongaree. Contact: Betty 0409 470 100
Branch Activities
Thursday 4th July – Christmas in July Lunch 12.00 noon at Bribie Bowls Club
Thursday 18th July – Branch Meeting, Guest Speaker Ali King (local State MP) – Island Issues
Thursday 1st August – Lunch 11.00 a.m. Solander Lake Bowls Club, Banksia Beach
Thursday 15th August – Branch Meeting. Guest Speaker Kathy Cavanagh, Breast Cancer Journey
Thursday 5th September – Day Out in the Big Smoke Caboolture Train/South Brisbane/City Cat/Lunch
Thursday 19th Sepember – Branch Meeting, Guest Speaker Margaret Corbett-Wilkins, Brain Gym
Thursday 3rd October – Social at Kinnaree Thai Restaurant 12 pm lunch
Thursday 17th October – Branch Meeting. Debbie Faure Floral Art Workshop
Thursday 7th November – Ladies Race Day, Bribie Golf Club High Tea/Platters
Thursday 21st November – Branch Meeting. Speaker Jeannine-Lucas-Kennedy “Two Year in China”
Thursday 5th December – Christmas Lunch, Garden Room, RSL
Thursday 19th December – Branch Meeting 2024 Review/Planning for 2025.
Contact Betty for more information.
Meets second Thursday of each month, 9.30 a.m. Burnie Brae Community Centre, 60 Kuran Street, Chermside. Contact: Chris 0408 184 433
Branch Activities
Future activities will include more fun and lively discussions, a possible bus trip into the city, and Christmas party.
Contact: Chris 0408 184 433
Meets first Thursday each month, 10.30 a.m. Sports Central Caboolture, cnr Hasking St & Beerburrum Road, Caboolture Contact: Gwen 0414 246 749
Branch Activities
Thursday 4th July – Branch meeting
Thursday 18th July – Christmas in July with Bribie OWN at Bribie Bowls Club 12.00 p.m.
Contact Gwen 0414 246 749 for details
Meets 1st Wednesday of the month. 9.00 – 11.30 am. Capalaba Uniting Church Hall, Cnr Ney Road and Zandra Street, Capalaba. Contact: Naomi 0424 060 603.
Branch Activities
Wednesday 3rd July – Branch meeting – Library? (Olympics Month)
Wednesday 7th August – Branch meeting
Friday 23d August – Morning Tea, venue to be advised
Wednesday 4th September – Branch meeting
Saturday 14th September – Here’s to Life concert
Wedneday 18th September – Bus trip – Carnival of Flowers Toowoomba
Wednesday 2nd October – Branch meeting
Friday 18th October – Lunch, venue to be advised
Wednesday 6th November – Branch meeting – mini market day
Wednesday 20th November – Morning tea, venue to be advised
Wednesday 4th December – Christmas luncheon and break up, venue to be advised
Contact Naomi for more information.
Meets fortnightly on Thursday. 9.15 am – 12.00 noon on pension week. Gympie & District Indoor Bowls Association, 35 Graham Street Gympie.
Contact: Marilyn 0409 256 603
Branch Activities
Contact Marilyn for more information.
Meets Third Wednesday each month 10.00am-12.00 noon, Booval Masonic Hall, 9 Eileen St, Booval
Contact: Bernie 0411 585 408
Branch Activities
Friday 9th August – Social Lunch Event – Stella Rosa Cafe, Ipswich Mall – 12pm – 2pm
Wednesday 21st August – Branch meeting with Guest Speaker – Natasha Urquhart, Community Engagement Manager, Aveo – What Community Engagement is and talking about the Aveo Community. 10am- 12pm
Wednesday 18th September – Branch meeting – no Guest Speaker, 10am -12pm
Friday 27th September – Branch members invited to attend a tour of Aveo Springfield
Wednesday 16th October – Branch meeting with 2 Guest Speakers – Senior Constable Shantelle Dowell – Personal Safety Presentation and Luke Smith, Ipswich Council Emergency Management Officer – Disaster Preparedness Presentation.
Wednesday 20th November – Branch meeting – no Guest Speaker.
Early December – Christmas breakup Lunch – TBA.
No meeting for Dec planned.
In addition to the regular branch meeting, Ipswich Branch has a Social Morning Tea on the second Tuesday of each month and a Social Lunch on the last Friday of each month. We also have a Novice Walking group which walks every Wednesday (except for the 3rd Wednesday of the month, meeting day) alongside the Bremer River from Bob Gamble Water Park starting at 9.30am & then over to Riverlink for an informal coffee/ tea & chat meeting at Doughnut King at 10.30am. One of our members, Helen has recently started up a Book Club for Ipswich branch called Books and Banter which meets every second Monday at 2.00 pm at Chapters Bookshop & Cafe, Karalee Shopping Village.
Contact: Bernie for more information
Meets Third Wednesday each month 10.00. QATSIF, Unit 2, 439 Lutwyche Road, Lutwyche
Contact: Carol 0417 703 550 or Kay 0402 154 573
Branch Activities
Wednesday 3rd July – Coffee and chat at Ion, 5 Irvine St, Mitchelton (Sally booked for 12)
Friday 12th July – Floral Friday Fundraising for QATSIF – Wear something floral and give gold coin donation to aid scholarships
Wednesday 17th July – Branch meeting with Speaker from The Forgotten Women
Wednesday 7th August – Lunch at AVEO Clayfield, 469 Sandgate Rd, Albion – 11am -12.30pm Community Tour and lunch – (minimum of 15 members to attend to receive $500 gift card for our branch)
Wednesday 21st August – Branch meeting with Emily Gould, Seniors Enquiry Line
Wednesday 4th September – Outing 10am Tour of The Atrium, U of Q, 380 Queen St. (Cnr Creek St), Brisbane City and morning tea or lunch after
Thursday 5th September – ‘Live like her Challenge’ – Sleep in car fundraising event for The Forgotten Women – Jenny H. will participate and requires sponsorship.
Wednesday 18th September – Branch meeting with Andrew Fyfe and partner Greg, Trade Travel to talk about special travel options for seniors.
Wednesday 2nd October – Outing 10am City Cat trip stopping off for morning tea or lunch
Wednesday 16th October – Branch meeting with Dick Bennett from Brisbane Seniors Online (talking about computer scams and AI)
Please Contact Carol or Kay for more information.
Meets each Tuesday. 9.30 am to 12 noon. PCYC, Scriha Street, North Mackay. Contact: Helen on 0400 424 649 or Ruth 0432 686 970. All events are located at the PCYC Hall, unless otherwise indicated (eg bus trips).
Branch Activities
Tuesday 30th July – Home Assist
Tuesday 6th August – Inflation – what is it?
Tuesday 13th August – Rotary member – Kits for Kids
Tuesday 20th August – to be advised
Tuesday 27th August – Women in Mining
Tuesday 3rd September – Chimes Morning
Please contact Helen or Ruth for information about upcoming activities.
Meets third Monday each month, 1.00-3.00 p.m. The Avenue Retirement Community, 32 Baden Powell Street, Maroochydore. Contact: Lee 0429 831 414
Branch Activities – Contact Lee for more information
Meets 4th Wednesday of each month. 10.00 am – 12.00 noon. Arana Leagues Club Panther’s Den, 247 Dawson Parade, Keperra. Branch meetings cost $5.00 to attend. Coffee/tea/lunch activities at member’s own expense Contact: Karen 0411 033 892
The Mitchelton Branch provides a warm and welcoming environment for women in north and north-west Brisbane. Our activities are designed to foster a sense of community and camaraderie, allowing members to connect in an informal manner at various venues throughout the area.
Weekly Gatherings
Frequency: At least weekly
Day: Typically on Tuesday mornings at 10am
Nature: These gatherings provide an excellent opportunity for women to come together casually, share stories, and build lasting friendships. It’s a relaxed setting where everyone can feel comfortable and connected. Venues vary to provide the opportunity to experience a selection of our local cafes.
Lunches at Local Restaurants
Frequency: Usually twice a month
Day: Typically one Saturday per month and following the Guest Speaker Meeting on the 4th Wednesday of the month.
Purpose: Enjoying delicious meals at local restaurants not only adds a delightful culinary aspect but also offers a chance for members to unwind, socialize, and explore different venues in the community.
Guest Speaker Meetings Followed by Lunch
Frequency: Monthly
Day: 4th Wednesday of each month
Format: These meetings feature engaging speakers who share interesting and valuable information on a variety of topics. It’s an enriching experience that adds an educational element to our gatherings.
Welcoming Visitors
Invitation: Visitors are encouraged to attend one or two events to experience the welcoming atmosphere and diverse activities the Mitchelton Branch offers. This provides an opportunity for potential members to decide if they would like to join OWNQ, ensuring that everyone feels comfortable and aligned with the group.
Contact Information: Hilary 0408 629 230, Karen 0411 033 892
The Mitchelton Branch is more than just a community; it’s a supportive network of women coming together regularly to share laughter, knowledge, and meaningful connections. Feel free to reach out to Hilary or Karen for details on specific upcoming events or to join the enriching experience offered by OWNQ’s Mitchelton Branch.
Meets fourth Tuesday each month, 9.30-11.30 a.m. Garden City Library, Garden City, cnr Logan & Kessels Roads, Upper Mt Gravatt. Contact: Leanne 0428 749 357
Branch Activities
Wednesday 11th September – Coffee morning at Club Southside 10.00am.
Tuesday 24th September – Branch meeting at Garden City Library 9.30am. Mr Kristan Wick, Optometrist, will address us on the importance of eye care as we age and the commonly seen eye conditions in older people. “Bring and Buy” opportunity for members.
Contact Leanne for more information
Meets 2nd Tuesday each month. 9.30 – 11.30 am at the Woody Point Memorial Hall, Oxley Avenue, Woody Point. Social gathering every 4th Tuesday each month. Contact: Niura 3358 23001 Tuesday-Thursday 9.00-5.00 pm
Branch Activities
Tuesday 13th August – Branch meeting, Guest Speaker from Caxton Legal
Tuesday 10th September – Branch meeting, Guest Speaker from Qld Health, Advanced Care Planning
Contact Niura for more information.
Meets third Wednesday each month at Wynnum Library (above Woolworths), 10.00-12.00
September
10th Tuesday – Fish and Chips at Lota Park. Meet at 10.30am at Lota park on the esplanade Lota. What to bring: own chair, lunch, or nibbles drinks – can buy lunch- at fish shop around the corner. Wear clothing suited to the weather (warm – no wind I hope). Hat and sunscreen.
18th Wednesday – Branch Meeting 10.am -12md Wynnum Library. Fit in a game of Triva and our speaker will be Marilyn Jacob from Pete’s Pantry.
25th Wednesday – Planning Committee only Wynnum Library 10am-12md
October
3rd Thursday – Seniors Expo , Waterloo Bay Leisure Centre Tingle Rd Wynnum 9am-12 md.
8th Tuesday – Lunch, Venue Captain’s Parrot Café Manly Yacht Club 510-542 Royal Esplanade Manly, Time 11.30am
16th Wednesday – Branch Meeting Jennifer will be hosting. Swap Meet – Bring in your preloved items no longer required and swap. Each swap will be a gold coin.
24th Thursday – OWNQ Conference, Hotel Grand Chancellor, Spring Hill, Time 8.30am for 9am start.
30th Wednesday – Leadership team Planning Wynnum Library 10am-12md
November
7th Thursday – Train ride to Landsborough – Catch 8am train from Wynnum Central to Roma Street. Change trains and board the Sunshine Coast train going to Gympie North . Visit the local shops and Museum also enjoy a for a light lunch. Home time, catch train either 2.06pm or 3.02pm to Central then change to the Cleveland line. Wear walking shoes and dress for the climate. Bring hat and water bottle.
20th Wednesday – Branch Meeting, Speaker Tess Rowley -Speaker Trainer and Writer.
21st Thursday Brain Training, Venue Wynnum Library Time 10am-11am, A library adult event. Explore brain training in an easy and fun way through a range of technologies, games and quizzes. Follow on with lunch if able. Café to be organised after the session.
For information on upcoming meetings and activities, contact Michele on 0412 870 723
