Sásta, a band who has brought Irish music to Australia, is performing at The Colmslie Hotel on the 10th of December at 2:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. The band, whose name literally translates to “happy” in English, promises an afternoon of joyful, lilting Irish music that the Australian crowd has come to know and love.
Sásta band is comprised of members that can play different instruments. Their musicianship together has been an integral part of their success in the music scene in Australia. Their performances are marked with contagious energy as they belt out Irish songs, original compositions, and other tunes that compel listeners to dance along.
The band has launched two albums to date. In the past, they have performed with internationally acclaimed artists like Aslan, Sharon, Shannon, Damiem Dempsey, Mundy, and Shane McGowan’s band “The Popes”.
The group’s act has always been highly anticipated in gatherings such in the likes of the National Folk Festival & Woodford Folk festival. They have already headlined the St. Patrick’s Day celebration in Hyde Park, Sydney in 2014 and 2015 and have toured Europe through the L’ Orient festival in France.
If not belting out their original songs, the band performs popular Irish songs from The Dubliners, Christy Moore, The Pogues, and The Saw Doctors among others. While they pride themselves as an Irish band who managed to penetrate Australia’s music scene, they can also perform pop and rock hits of Paul Kelly, The Angels, The Church, Mumford & Sons and the list can go on. Showing off their versatility in music, the band is also known for their Irish rendition of Michael Jackson’s and Guns n’ Roses’ greatest hits.
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The Colmslie Hotel has been a favourite place to hang out for Brisbane’s inner eastern suburbs, from Morningside to Bulimba, Balmoral to Cannon Hill, and Seven Hills. Only six kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD and four kilometres from the Brisbane airport, the Colmslie Hotel is located at Cnr Wynnum & Junction Rds Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Morningside’s Balmoral State High School is set to host dance recitals. Students from the StreetTread Dance Studio will show off their moves as part of their third annual end-of-year performance scheduled on the 1st of December. Meanwhile, children from the Maximo Dance Studio will dance the afternoon away on the 3rd of December with their Tea Party & Dance celebration which also marks their end-of-year celebration.
“Street Jam” by the StreetTread Dance Studio on 1st of December
The students are inviting everyone to come and see what they learnt for the whole of 2017. Their theme for this year is the “Olympics”. The recital will be held from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
The StreetTread Dance Studio has always been home to children whose desire is to express themselves through dancing. The studio instil in its students the love for raw urban hip hop, acrobatic, and funky street styles dances. All dance techniques are welcome, may it be breakdancing, pop and locking, tumbling and flipping as long as students find the utmost satisfaction of being able to articulate the feelings that they could not verbally communicate.
Classes are designed for kids aged 2 years old and above. Each session has limited students so teachers can focus and give the necessary attention needed in developing each and everyone’s skills. StreetTread Dance Studio is founded by teacher Michelle Klekner, who brings with her more than 20 years of professional dancing experience to share with the children.
Tea Party & Dance Celebration by Maximo Dance Studio on 3rd of December
Students promise delightful performances over some afternoon tea. The recital takes place from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. They will showcase dances which feature the studio’s original choreography. Performances will range from ballet, national dance, contemporary dance, modern dance, lyrical, jazz, and hip hop, complete with vibrant music and costumes.
Maximo Dance Studio is founded in 2004 by choreographer Olga Lissovskaia, who remains the studio’s director and principal dancer. She has named the institution after one of the greatest Russian ballerinas of all time, Ekaterina Maximova.
The studio has always been proud for being the only dance school in Brisbane that employs the authentic teaching method called the Vaganova Method.
“This is the unique method we use to teach ballet. They stand out from the crowd by their unparalleled poetic spirituality, exceptional harmonious plasticity of movement, and at the same time the ‘iron’ aplomb of the body, with their overall nobility and excellence of technical and performing skills.”
Morningside State School P&C is hosting Festive Markets & Movie Night on the 24th of November from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The event will have stalls selling merchandise that are perfect for Christmas gifts. There will also be BBQ and different food trucks, as well as raffle draws, and an operating bar.
While parents are shopping, children will be treated to a free Christmas-themed movie on the big screen. Santa will also be visiting the event.
Everyone is reminded to bring their own picnic rugs or bean bags. Chairs are not allowed.
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Some of the confirmed stall holders for this Friday’s event:
The White Owl Boutique
The White Owl Boutique
An online store for fashion, beauty, homeware, and other lifestyle products
Ships all across Australia, offering free postage for orders that are more than $100.
The Essential Depot Jewellery
Sells customised jewellery
Creator specialises in one off pieces and does not mass produce
Known for unique pieces
Wear More Beads
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Sells beautifully handcrafted jewellery that promises to add a whimsical effect to any outfit
Endorphin Hair By Bron
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Offers haircuts, colours, perms, permanent straightening, facial waxing, up styles, blow-dries, and hair extensions
Takes pride in using ammonia-free products that are environment-friendly.
All Things Kids
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One-stop shop where children can buy merchandise with their favourite cartoon characters on it.
Merchandise sold are created by Bonnie Munro, a mother of a three-year-old boy who is also the inspiration behind the creations. Bonnie shares that her boy had undergone different phases where he liked various cartoon characters. They have had a hard time going to the malls, in and out of different stores, to look for these items.
KIKI J
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Sells jewellery collection created by Kiki Amalfi, a Brisbane-based jewellery designer whose creations are popular both for quality and individuality.
Creates colourful paintings that are specifically designed to make homes full of life
Melissa Denny – an independent Scentsy Consultant
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Scentsy is a direct selling company that offers home and personal fragrance. Their products are sold by a network of Scentsy Consultants in 11 countries.
Products undergo the unique process which gives it the sweet, sour, and salty taste. They are then air-dried and grilled until tender.
The Men’s Shed Carina
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The Men’s Shed Carina is a community of men who are residents of Brisbane’s eastern and surrounding suburbs. Members of the organisation engaged in different activities such as woodworking, furniture restoration, photography, cooking, fitness, family tree research, and toys making.
Other stalls at the Morningside State School P&C Festive Markets & Movie Night are DoTERRA Essential Oils, Suzy’s Cupcakes, Put a Bow on it (by Indee), Ferns & Succulents, Sow & Grow, and Christmas Crafts by Leah & Anna.
Kids and parents will be treated to two days of massive discounts during Scholastic Australia’s warehouse sale. Children’s books will go for as low as 50 per cent off their original retail price. Customers can fill a box with selected books for only $40. Options range from picture and chapter books, novels and activity items.
The sale will be held from 17th of November, from 7:00 am until 5:00 p.m., until the 18th of November from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Entry to the event is free. The venue is at Unit 2, 350 Lytton Road Morningside.
Importance of Reading With Your Kids
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A 2016 study published in the Australian Journal of Education has found that some children are affected when parents stop reading stories to them. A survey of children aged 8 to 11 years old, in the upper primary school grades of Year 4 and 6 in Australia, found that some kids regretted the lost opportunity of having their parents read a book to them.
Anna has shared that her mother stopped reading to her when she started reading on her own. She said that she regretted losing her alone time with her mum. Another child, Jason, has shared: “They kind of stopped when I knew how to read. I knew how to read, but I just still liked my mum reading it to me (sic)”.
As one of the sadder cases, Hayden had no one to read with. This has resulted in poor pronunciation and comprehension and insecurity issues. Not having anyone has always frustrated him.
“Because some words I can’t understand. I just try to sound them out, but once I sound them out, I can’t get it. But some of the words are so easy that I just read. Read them. But I…when I’ve got a word that’s bad, I just skip it, go back, and once I see the same word, I’ll skip it, and I’ll go back pages. I’ll try to sound it out. Then I’ll go back. Then I might read the whole thing again”.
Some children, on the other hand, say that reading aloud to their parents is relaxing. They also think that reading to them makes their parents happy. Marco said that his mum gets really delighted when he reads to her. Kara, on the other hand, likes reading to her friends and her classmates. She reads a “happy book” to them when they are upset.
Scholastic Australia
Children who enjoyed books Credit: Scholastic Australia
The warehouse book sale is an annual activity held by Scholastic Australia to help promote reading and the love of books among children and families.
Scholastic Australia has been in the children’s publishing industry for more than 45 years. It is a part of Scholastic Inc., which publishes and distributes children’s books across the world. It is currently building its name in the new media industry as it starts to produce and license content for films, TV, online platforms, and other related online materials.
To know more about the Scholastic Morningside Warehouse sale, click here.
Morningside’s popular family-friendly event, Southside Art Market, is back on Sunday, the 19th of November from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Morningside School of Arts Hall. The event promises to showcase art pieces from various artists in Brisbane.
Southside Art Market is not just a venue for people to do their early Christmas gift shopping for handmade crafts and other trinkets. It is also held to promote the local artists whose dedication and passion to their art is beyond belief. Some of them have already transitioned to the international market.
Providing music for the day are Flautist Gerard Dutton from the Brisbane Flute Studio and Guitarist Russell Neville. There will also be Raku Firing Demo and pottery activities courtesy of the Ceramic Arts Qld. Paintings from Max Fulcher and Alana Lani Bosgra will also be showcased for purchase, along with other pieces from more than 40 artists.
Gerard is both a professional player and teacher of flute and piccolo. Prior to teaching students at the Brisbane Flute Studio, he has performed with the Queensland and Symphony Orchestra and the Queensland Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also lectured at the Queensland Conservation of Music.
Gerard has made his mark internationally, performing in the United States, Vietnam, Tonga, New Zealand, South Korea, China and Myanmar. His last stint abroad has been in Yangon, Myanmar, where he also taught music at the British School of Yangon and at the International School of Yangon.
Russel is a guitar teacher who also performs for functions, weddings, and other intimate occasions. His numerous accolades include winning the first prize for the Queensland Conservatorium of Music Guitar Prize for four consecutive years (1985, 1986, 1987, 1988).
Max’s artworks involves the vivid depiction of the Australian rainforest environment. His favourites are orchids and birds. His passion for the orchids has been the motivation for his two renowned books, The Enchanted Orchid and The Orchid Teacher. Max has also been featured in various magazines, including an 8-page feature from Vogue Entertaining.
Max is particularly renowned for his watercolour and pen-and-wash technique. His most iconic contribution to the digital age has come 25 years ago when he pioneered freehand drawing using a mouse and Apple Mac.
Max personal story has also been a timeless example of how persistently the calling for the arts can “pester” a person. He was in the navy when he was younger. His calling for the arts turned out to be stronger so he eventually shifted to advertising. His career in advertising, however, did not satisfy his thirst for the arts. In his 40s, he decided to become a full time artist.
Alana or Lani’s art is famous because she does not merely create for personal expression. More importantly, her artworks are storytelling that centres around mental health issues. Lani believes that art:
…does not have to be about skill but instead the experience and process of creating.
Art should be available to everyone, not just those who have studied it or understand it technically.
Art serves a purpose; to bring peace, calm and understanding to what can at times be a tumultuous life.
Art tells stories, it allows for interesting communication, it connects us not only to our own story but to something bigger than ourselves.
The not-for-profit organization, which was formed in Brisbane in 1968, has the ultimate goal of promoting the Ceramic Arts. The group of artists will demonstrate Raku Firing, a complicated process of making pots which make use of combustible materials.
For updates on other artists that will be going at the Morningside School of Arts Hall, follow Southside Art Market on Facebook.
Heads up, Morningside peeps! Kerbside Collection is coming to Morningside on Monday, the 30th of October. It’s the perfect time to get rid of those big pieces of furniture and appliances or those clutters waiting for disposal. However, there are items that could be given a second lease on life. You may have clutter that can still be useful when recycled or donated.
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Be prepared! Organise your clutter early and sort them out. Do note that there is a list of acceptable and unacceptable items. For the items that you want to take out, Brisbane City Council recommends that all items should be taken out this weekend. Just make sure that you follow the limit. The Council will only collect piles that are not larger than two cubic metres, or the equivalent of a small box trailer load to cater to the whole neighbourhood.
If you happen to have unacceptable items or items that you think are usable, don’t take these items out on the kerb. There are other places where you can bring these items.
Visit the Resource Recovery Centres to Recycle.
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The Resource Recovery Centres is open for both recyclable and green or general waste. There are four recovery centres in Brisbane located in Willawong, Chandler, Ferny Grove, and Nudgee, that were recently upgraded to further help in reducing waste to landfill by making recycling easier and faster.
Do note that the centres are open from 6:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. every day, including Christmas and other holidays. Vehicles that are under 4.5 tonnes Combined Gross Vehicle Mass (CGVM) can use the drive-through recycling area for free, whilst vehicles above the limit can still use the service with fees applied.
The Resource Recovery Centres turn over all of the recyclable items that they collected to the tip shops in Acacia Ridge and Geebung. It’s the tip shops’ job to rethink and recycle the items that were turned over into something beautiful and useful. The shops stocks household furnishings, collectables, books, toys, and sporting equipments.
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These tip shops are operated by Endeavour Foundation, one of the largest non-government organisations with a goal to help people with disabilities. All of the proceeds are reinvested back into fulfilling the foundation’s goal.
Don’t hesitate to visit the tip shops on Saturdays and Sundays, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Donate usable items to the charities.
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If you have items that are usable with minimal or no damage at all, save these items from getting dumped and donate. According to the February 2017 NAB Charitable Giving Index, total charitable giving fell in Queensland by 2.5% over the year course since February 2016. This has made Queensland the lowest of all the states in terms of total donations.
There are charities where you can donate these items. The National Association of Charitable Recycling Organisations Inc. (NACRO) is the peak organisation that holds several charities all over Australia, including Endeavour Foundation. NACRO’s assistance includes home visitations, refugee assistance, hospital and health services, aged care services, and other programs that will give benefits to the society.
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If you don’t have time to visit the charities, you can try to “GIVIT”. GIVIT is a national non-profit virtual organisation that supports all agencies, services, and charities in Australia in storing, sorting out, and distributing donations.
Donating to GIVIT is easy. Just check out their list of items that are needed by other people and charities or pledge your own items into the virtual warehouse through registration of every item on the website. There are also items that are prohibited to pledge.
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Brace yourselves, Lick! Ice Cream will open their second dessert bar in Morningside. The new shop is expected to open on Wynnum Road in early November.
“We’ve been at Graceville for two years and it [has] been an absolute dream run … It was pretty much a no-brainer to do a second store. We get a lot of visitors from all over Brisbane that come to Graceville. Because Graceville is in the west, we wanted to launch something in the east,” Lick! Ice Cream owner Grant Lew said.
Where It All Began
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For the past 13 years, Grant Lew and his sister, Carina, had been supplying their custom-made ice creams to some of Brisbane’s iconic restaurants, such as Cha Cha Char and Jellyfish. They are also the team behind the iconic strawberry sundaes that are a surefire hit every year at Ekka. Their successful wholesaling and the overwhelmingly positive response to their product led them to open their own ice creamery in Graceville in 2015. After two successful years, they’re now ready to bring their delicious flavours to Morningside.
Mr. Lew said that the soon-to-open ice cream destination in Morningside will offer the same features that Graceville’s Lick! Ice Cream is offering.
The menu will be as “yum” as Graceville’s menu!
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Morningside peeps can expect the same flavours that have made Lick! Ice Cream such a well-loved brand. Salted nut, popcorn honey, and Redskin will soon be offered in the Morningside store. Yes, the iconic “Doffle” will be on the menu! Doffle is a doughnut and waffle hybrid, served with your favourite Lick! Ice Cream flavour, and warm salted butterscotch sauce.
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Other than the classic ice creams and doffles, Morningside dessert lovers can also enjoy unique twists on their avourite desserts. “Lickamisu” will soon be touching base in Morningside. It’s a Tiramisu ice cream sundae with twists of Savoiardi biscuit, mascaporne cream, coffee, and hazelnut ice cream. They will also be serving ice cream sandwich, banana split, shake, and iced coffee.
Vegan? No worries. They also serve ice creams that are gluten-free!
Lick! Ice Cream is not always “cold”, they’re “hot”, too. They also serve hot chocolate, chai latte, espresso, piccolo, and a range of tea.
Same iconic ice cream, same iconic ambiance
Super excited to announce we are spreading our Lick! Ice Cream wings! With a brand new Lick! icecreamery dessert bar in Morningside 💜💛💚✌🍦Since starting our flagship store, it has been an absolute dream, serving our beautiful customers and working with the local community. Morningside will be no different 😀Currently in fit out stage we will keep you updated as we get closer to launch!#eastside #morningside #icecreamlikenoother #thepeoplesicecream #openingsoon #lickicecreamau #localproducer #graceville #cantwait #thankyouforallthesupport #happy
Mr. Lew hired the same contractors that built the Graceville’s store to make sure that the aura of the first shop will be felt in Morningside. The plan is to replicate the same feel and the same concept of the west side shop. The Morningside shop will also feature an outdoor deck, perfect for customers-on-the-go or customers who just want to bask in the outdoor view.
Same opening hours too!
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Enjoy your ice cream until late at night! The soon-to-open Morningside store promises to have the same opening hours as the Graceville shop, so customers can satisfy their sweet cravings with a late evening run to the store. The store will be open until 9:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, and until 11:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Fingers crossed on home delivery!
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Mr. Lew also mentioned that home delivery “may” also be a feature. Localised delivery is the talk of the town. If home delivery becomes part of the Morningside store’s services, it will surely be a big hit for the upcoming Brisbane summer.
Can’t wait for Lick! Morningside to open and don’t want to go all the way to Graceville? You can visit Feast on Fruit, a fresh food hub, at Morningside Central. Feast on Fruit is an official stockist of Lick! Ice Cream. Enjoy Lick! amidst the comforts of your home.
Don’t forget to visit Lick! Ice Cream’s website and follow their Facebook page for important updates.
Foodbank Queensland is inviting everyone to join their second Annual World Food Day to help fight hunger in Queensland and the rest of Australia. Foodbank Queensland is a part of Foodbank Australia, Australia’s largest food relief organisation. In Queensland alone, Foodbank has provided over 20,000 meals in 2016 and almost 8,000 meals in 2017, to date. World Food Day hopes to raise awareness of food insecurity in Queensland.
World Food Day is normally held every 16th day of October. However, Foodbank Queensland will hold their celebration of World Food Day on Sunday, the 15th of October.
In Morningside, World Food Day celebrations will feature an evening of food, drinks, and entertainment. The main stage will be occupied by the Havana Tropical Band to set the cocktail theme and mood. There will be live and silent auctions of memorabilia and unique items.
Guests will be delighted by the exquisite cocktail dishes and drinks that will be served by Brisbane’s best restaurateurs and boutique breweries. They are also the “Diamond Sponsors” of the World Food Day.
Cha Cha Char Wine Bar & Grill
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Cha Cha Char promises an innovative dining experience as Brisbane’s signature steakhouse. Their wide range of high quality meats were sourced from local Australian producers. Their “Steak Menu” features different cuts of beef that were cooked from the traditional wood-fired grill.
Aside from the steak, Cha Cha Char also serves lighter meals. Their “A La Carte Menu” is inspired by both Asian and European cuisines. They’ll be serving their “special cocktail dishes” for the “special cocktail fundraiser”.
1889 Enoteca
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“Vera Cucina Romana” — 1889 Enoteca
One of the few restaurants that claim to serve “Real Roman Food,” 1889 Enoteca, like any other “enoteche” (wine repository) in Italy, combines a restaurant, a wine bar, a basement level cellar, and a small wine store. Their wine list focuses on natural wines and vintage wines that will make you think of the flavours of the bold, Tuscan countryside.
IL Centro
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IL Centro is one of Brisbane’s best restaurants at the Eagle Street Pier since 1992. They only use the freshest local produce to serve their “innovative modern Italian menu”. Their signature dish, Sand Crab Lasagne, will be served on the night of the event. The restaurant describes it as a modern Italian dish with a Queensland twist. This creamy crustacean dish is every patron’s favourite when they visit IL Centro.
Mr. & Mrs. G Riverbar
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Mr. & Mrs. G Riverbar is IL Centro owners’ welcoming bar, located just across IL Centro. Their Bar Team will be serving exotic new cocktails that will compliment the World Food Day’s cocktail fundraiser theme. They are also proud in serving “tapas-style” food menu that are tempting and heavenly to taste.
Jellyfish Restaurant
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Jellyfish, as its name suggests, specializes in serving the “best” seafood dishes in town. They aim to serve the best fish dishes that are oven baked, crispy fried, char-grilled, soda-battered, and citrus-crumbed. Jellyfish chefs are eager to complement these fish dishes with sauce and extensive range of side dishes. Luckily, the World Food Day guests can have a taste of their menu.
Moda Restaurant
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The Moda Restaurant is one of Brisbane’s most unique restaurants. Led by the famous Chef Javier Codina and front of house host, Francois Le Saveant, they combine rustic and contemporary cuisine to serve their unique menu. Moda provides exquisite dishes that can complement intimate dinners, soiree, and cocktail parties, including the World Food Day.
Newstead Brewing Co.
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Newstead Brewing Co. is one of the most iconic boutique breweries in Brisbane. Their operations started when they established the Newstead Brewing Co. in a 1940s steel warehouse on the Doggett Street back in 2013. Just this year, they already extended their market by establishing a production brewery and pub in Milton.
They will be serving their signature brews at the World Food Day and you may not want to miss this.
A shout out from Michael of Newstead Brewing Co. to come along to #WorldFoodDay! Get your tickets via http://bit.ly/2jmiaiA and see you there!
World Food Day is a global initiative that aims to end hunger and poverty. Over 150 countries around the globe will be celebrating the World Food Day to commemorate the founding of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), an organisation that is dedicated to eliminate hunger and malnutrition.
Morningside will be filled with recreational activities and fundraising events this week. There will be a walking tour, camping, socialisation, and Raising Awareness days happening in the suburb this week. Here is a rundown of the events you should not miss.
Every Thursday, the Women’s Fitness Adventure Morningside hosts a “Thursday Walk & Talk”event for both members and non-members of the fitness club. This Thursday, they are inviting the Morningside community to join their “Gold Coast Walk & Talk” to explore the environment. The “Walk & Talk” is a fitness walk for everyone of any fitness level and a socialisation for the Morningside community to meet new friends.
No special fitness gear is required to join the event. Just wear a pair of joggers or comfy walking shoes and you’re good to go. Don’t forget to bring your water bottle and hat.
The Women’s Fitness Adventure in Morningside invites everyone to join their Mother-Daughter Camping Weekend of adventure and bonding. There will be mountain rock climbing, team challenges, swimming at the Split Rock waterhole, and nature walks. Strengthen your bond with the most important female in your life with this mother-daughter camp.
Foodbank Queensland is inviting everyone to join their Second Annual World Food Day Cocktail Fundraiser to help fight hunger in Australia. Brisbane’s most iconic restaurants Cha Cha Char, Enoteca, IL Centro, Jellyfish, and Moda Restaurant will be there to serve their signature dishes.
Aside from the food and drinks, the main stage will be occupied by the Havana Tropical Party Band to set the cocktail theme and mood. It will also be a night of live and silent auctions of memorabilia and unique items.
The Dragons Abreast Brisbane will hold a Mini-Field of Women event to pay tribute to all women affected by breast cancer in the community. Dragons Abreast Brisbane is a part of the Dragons Abreast Australia, a dragon boating group of breast cancer survivors of different age groups and athletic abilities. They are dedicated to promoting breast cancer awareness, while being involved in challenging physical activities.
Leave your gadgets at home and spend a weekend with your daughter outdoors, while reconnecting with nature. The Women’s Fitness Adventure in Morningside invites everyone to join their Mother-Daughter Camping Weekend of adventure and bonding.
Strengthen your bond with the most important female in your life with this mother-daughter Camping Weekend.
Here are five benefits of the mother-daughter camping.
1. Camping builds a mother-daughter connection.
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Camping is about connection and communication. Spending the night in a tent, away from gadgets, encourages a good mother-daughter talk without distractions. Fun activities such as rock climbing and team challenges can build a stronger bridge of communication and camaraderie, plus make excellent memories to look back on.
2. Camping reconnects you to nature.
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Camping also builds an intimate connection to nature. During the weekend camp, there will be nature walks alongside a creek, night adventure, and hiking the Yellow Pinch Lookout. There are enough outdoor activities to discover the real beauty of nature. Reconnect with nature and instantly reduce stress.
3. Camping has amazing health benefits.
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Camping is a physical activity that invites everyone to move more. The weekend camping includes mountain climbing, nature walks, swimming, hiking, and more physical activities. Unlike gym workouts, outdoor activities involve challenging obstacles such as rocky terrains and strong wind, therefore, burn a lot of calories and boost energy. Moving more helps combat diseases, such as common heart ailments.
Aside from fresh air, camping increases one’s Vitamin D intake. Exposure to sunlight (with proper UV protection) helps the body to gain more Vitamin D that is efficient in bone health.
Camping also promotes a better sleeping pattern. Why? It is said that camping can reset our biological clocks, to a healthy “sleep at night and wake up in the morning” routine. Adequate sleep is crucial to one’s health and wellbeing.
4. Camping can help develop a child’s learning ability.
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Exposure to the natural environment helps improve cognitive development, and helps in boosting creativity, imagination and fosters observational skills. These skills stimulate the child’s sense of wonder, an important motivator for lifelong learning.
Camping involves outdoor play, which means that it can improve a strong motor fitness. This includes coordination, balance, and agility. Strong motor fitness can also improve the body’s resistance against common illness.
5. Camping makes you happy.
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Yes, camping will make you happy. Serotonin is a chemical produced by our nerve cells to regulate happiness and anxiety. Low serotonin can result to depression. So, how can camping help make us happy? More sunlight, more oxygen, and increased physical activity can help the nerve cells to create more serotonin, thus, making us feel more positive and happy.
Visit the event page for detailed information about the Mother-Daughter Camping Weekend.
