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Brilliant Bocce!
Hello, my name is Mario De Marco. Welcome to my world of Bocce! As Secretary of the Newmarket Bocce Club (NBC), I would like to introduce you to Bocce. They say that the game goes back to the Romans so, predominately, Bocce was European and introduced to Australia by immigrants from Europe – especially Italians – in the early 1900’s.... Read More
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Fabulous Physical Fun studio PIVOTS, with Virtual Fitness Classes
In late March, along with many other businesses, studio owner, Bonnie Cunial, was required by law to close until further notice. ‘Pivot’ is a popular buzz word. A business needs to make a significant change to survive during a forced closure, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Bonnie says that her clients’ health and wellbeing were her priority, and she wanted... Read More
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Why we need to see exercise as medicine for the brain
Typically, when people list why they exercise they reference weight loss, fitness or strength. Rarely does depression or anxiety treatment make the list. This is no surprise given that for many years talking therapies have been the go to for treatment of these conditions. Exercise enthusiasts regularly preach the mood benefits of exercise and we are now blessed with a... Read More
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The Ritual HQ Difference
Ritual HQ have been in the Hills District for just over two and a half years and have established themselves as something different in the fitness industry, not only inside of the gym, but also in the local community. On site, their personalized approach to membership is helping give confidence, support and direction to those who may have once felt... Read More
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Tax Matters – September 2020
The Federal Government has announced changes along with an extension of the JobKeeper payment. From September 28, 2020, businesses and not-for-profits who are seeking to claim JobKeeper payments will now be required to have their eligibility re-assessed for the JobKeeper extension. Actual turnover in the September quarter will be used to determine eligibility. Businesses and not-for-profits will need to demonstrate... Read More
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Preparation for the next Play Prevails
The year 2020 has certainly proven to be interesting one to say the least for The Hills Players. While we haven’t had the chance to perform a play for everyone, we have enjoyed taking a trip down memory lane with you. Our 40 year anniversary has made everyone a little nostalgic and has given us the opportunity to reflect on... Read More
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Club Community Reunites
Arana Netball’s return to netball in July has been a wonderful success, they are now over half way through and enjoying some great wins. The greatest part about being back on court for the club is being back with their greater netball community. Although the games look a little different this year, there are still plenty of opportunities to be... Read More
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Ageless fun and adventure at Scouts
For those of you who aren’t aware, Scouts in Queensland involves more than 15,000 participants – but not all the fun is for the young kids. Scouts also offers a range of options for older children, young adults and even grown-ups! Just have a look below at all the Scout groups on offer. The times and days outlined below are... Read More
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A Garden of Goodness
Are you a bit of a green thumb or want to learn more about the art of gardening? Did you know there is a is a growing, living enterprise called The Hills Organic Garden (HOG) right on our doorstep at Bunya? The Hills Organic Garden was established around six years ago by a group of locals. Their goal was to... Read More
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Heads down, Green Thumbs Up!
A small organisation with big plans, Brook Community Garden is set to make a tree-mendous impact locally. A number of years ago, local residents, Helen Moriarty and Keren Sweeney, began campaigning for the Garden’s establishment. It wasn’t until June 2018 that their efforts paid off, and they celebrated their success by hosting a smashing launch party on behalf of Brook... Read More
