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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 7th March – BINGO morning followed by lunch. Venue Botanic Terrace @ Bribie RSL at 10 am.
Thursday 21st March – Branch Meeting, Guest Speaker Leah Keating (Dementia Doula) – Dementia Awareness
Thursday 4th April – Silver Spoon Cafe, 10.00 a.m. Brunch
Thursday 18th April – Branch Meeting, Guest Speaker Lauren Carr re Ambulance Wish Qld
Thursday 2nd May – 5th Birthday, picnic in Brennan Park
Thursday 16th May – Branch Meeting, Guest Speaker Tony de Kort, Aged Care Entry Strategies & Jodi Doe (HISC)
Thursday 6th June – Lunch at Rick’s Garage Diner, Palmwoods, car pool
Thursday 20th June – Branch Meeting, Guest Speaker Carol Marshall, Chair Yoga
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 – Train to Landsborough, lunch at Pub Museum/Hinterland Foliage Garden Centre
Thursday 17th October – Branch Meeting. Further details to be advised.
Thursday 7th November – Ladies Race Day, Bribie Golf Club High Tea/Platters
Thursday 21st November – Branch Meeting. Further details to be advised.
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: OWN Qld 3358 2301
Branch Activities
Thursday 14th March – Crazy Hat Parade
Tueday 26th March – Coffee at the Cancer Charity Thrift Store
Thursday 11th April – Monthly Meeting and Fashion Parade
Thursday 25th April – ANZAC DAY
Thursday 9th May – Murder Mystery
Thursday 23rd May – Morning Tea
Thursday 13th June – Teddy Bears Picnic in the park behind Burnie Brae
Thursday 27th June – Coffee Morning
Thursday 11th July – Board games at the Branch
Thursday 25th July – Morning Tea
Contact OWNQ Office for more information
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 18th April – Coffee morning 10.00 a.m. Cafe da Cruize, 23A King Street, Caboolture
Thursday 2nd May – Branch meeting, Tissue Flowers for Mother’s Day
Thursday 16th May – Coffee morning at Sconetime, Beerwah – $8.00 Bus @ Caboolture Station 8.30 a.m.
Thursday 6th June – Branch meeting
Thursday 20th June – Cross River Rail experience Brisbane Train 8.35 a.m. Lunch at Wintergaren Food Court.
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
Wednesady 6th March – Branch meeting – International Women’s Day celebrations, Diane Carter
Friday 8th March – International Women’s Day – lunch 11.30am, Bush Pantry, Capalaba
Wednesday 20th March – M/Tea – 10am Ginger & Lime Café, Shop 9/112 Birkdale Rd, Birkdale
Wednesday 3rd April – Branch meeting – Facebook information and Mini Market day
Friday 19th April – Lunch – Bus trip – Sunflowers Kalbar
Wednesday 1st May – Branch meeting – Grocery Grab
Wednesday 15th May – Morning tea –
Wednesday 5th June – Branch meeting -“VIP” Volunteer in Police – safety
Friday 21st June – Lunch, venue to be advised
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
Thursday 14th March – Fun Morning with “What’s in your bag” and Who’s running for Mayor?
Thursday 22th March – Craft
Thursday 28th March – Leanne from “Safe Mate” will be guest speaker.
Thursday 5th April – Craft
Thursday 11th April – Meeting and celebration of our birthday with a cake. Organiser from the “She Shak” will be the guest speaker.
Thursday 19th April – Craft
Thursday 25th April – No meeting as it is ANZAC Day
Thursday 3rd May – Craft
Thursday 9th May – Mother’s Day dress up in your oldest Outfit in your cupboard and bring a photo of your mother.
Thursday 17th May – Craft
Thursday 23rd May – Proposed bus trip further details to follow.
Thursday 31st May – Craft
Contact Marilyn for more information.
Meets Third Wednesday each month 10.00am-12.00 noon, Elim Village, 123 Cemetery Road, Raceview
Contact: Bernie 0411 585 408
Branch Activities
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 Dianne 0435 370 092
Branch Activities
Wednesday 6th March – High Tea for IWD (venue to be decided)
Wednesday 20th March – Branch Meeting – Trivia/ get to know you morning
Wednesday 17th April – Branch Meeting
Contact Carol or Dianne 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 5th March I.W.D. Guest speaker “Economic Empowerment”
Tuesday 12th March Broken Ballerina
Tuesday 19th March Trivia -part 1
Tuesday 26th March Trivia – part 2
Tuesday 2nd April School holidays
Tuesday 9th April Birthday Lunch
Tuesday 16th April Dietcare
Contact Helen or Ruth for more information.
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
Monday 4th March – International Women’s Day event
Monday 18th March – Guest speaker – Pharmacist
Tuesday 2nd April – as Monday is a public holiday – Bloomhill Cancer Care
Monday 15th April – Trivia and Catch Up
Tuesday 7th May – as Monday is a public holiday – Bli Bli Hotel, Mother’s Day Lunch
Monday 20th May – Guest speaker “Beyond Blue”
Monday 3rd June – High Tea, The Barn Flaxton
Monday 17th June – Guest speaker, IT cyber security scam prevention
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 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: Helen 0418 796 365
Branch Activities
Tuesday 12th March – Branch meeting
Tuesday 9th April – Branch meeting
Tuesday 14th May – Branch meeting
Contact Helen for more information.
Meets third Wednesday each month at Wynnum Library (above Woolworths).
March
Friday 8th International Women’s Day Lunch at Pera Palace 2/70 Edith Street Wynnum Central at 11.30am. RSVP by Monday 4th to Michele
Wednesday 20th Branch Meeting 10am -12 pm Wynnum Library, Speaker Ian Steverson – Bush Poet. Branch Birthday
Wednesday 27th Committee Meeting (members only 10am-2pm )
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April
11th Thursday Coffee Morning at the Caffeination Station on Tingal Rd Wynnum Central at 10.30am
17th Wednesday Branch Meeting 10am- 12pm, Speakers Emily Gould from Uniting Care who will speak on Senior Concessions & Nicky Dowding from Transit Care to talk about the Transit Care Fun on the Run bus trips (to be confirmed.)
Outing: Tuesday 23rd Lord Mayor City Hall Concert the Music of Rogers and Hart. We will catch the 11am train from Wynnum Central and a short walk to the City Hall. The concert commences at 12pm and finishes at 1pm. We can then have lunch/coffee at a venue of your choosing, then home. Members who wish to find their own transport in please meet at the city hall. Members wishing to go into the city following the concert are welcome to do so but at their own discretion.
Wednesday 24th Committee meeting (Committee members only 10am-12pm)
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May
Tuesday 7th Coffee morning at the Car Port Café Glenoria St Wynnum 10.30am
Wednesday 15th Branch Meeting 10am-12pM, Speaker Caroline Stevenson Author – Writes about Crimes against Women
Outing Thursday 23rd City Cat ride to the Regatta Hotel and lunch. Further information on this outing at the March meeting.
Wednesday 29th Committee meeting (committee members only)
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INFORMATION – Wynnum Manly Area.
As you are all aware voting for the Local Government election will be held on 16th March 2024.
Early voting is available at the old Centrelink Building on Tingal Rd from the 4th March till the 15th March. Voting times 9am to 5pm.
For information on upcoming meetings and activities, contact Michele on 0412 870 723
