News and Events

Windows 8 is here, and if you're used to previous versions of Windows then you're going to notice that quite a bit has changed.

In fact, Windows has seen the biggest changes since the jump from Windows 3.1 to Windows 95.
Out goes the Start menu, in comes the new Start screen, new apps, new interface conventions - even experienced Computer Users may be left feeling a little lost.

Don't despair help is at hand with the following Windows 8 ‘Basic Tutorial’ to be held in the computer room on next Wednesday 22nd May at 9.00am.

And who says retirement is boring!! As someone said this week, do not retire, life gets too busy. The Tranquil Tones' theme for their recent concert was "colour" and the pictures below speak for themselves.




Lil,our gardening guru, resplendent in her "yellow polka dot bikini"

Phil, entertainment guru, as the " one eyed, one horned purple flying people eater!!

Does anyone know who this ol' rocker is??

and his mate? As you can imagine, they brought the house down.

What a great success!! The Biggest Morning Tea organised by resident Pamela was a credit to her and her band of helpers. A fashion parade, compliments of W Lane, was very popular. There were raffles, a trade table and entrance fee that included morning tea all raised a total of $ 2,2217. Well done to all. As the photos show there was a sea of pink and even the men played their part. Peter Dowling and Lance Hewlett also attended and donated prizes.


















Winner!!



Winner!!

On Saturday 25^th May, 2013 at 10am an Artists Workshop will take place in the Community Centre. The Workshop will be conducted by Pir Tareen, a noted Brisbane-based artist.

Pir studied in Rome for many years and came to Australia in the early 1980s. He paints in oils and specialises in landscapes and portraiture. More details about Pir Tareen and his work can be seen on his web site:

The painting that Pir will paint during the workshop will be auctioned at the conclusion of the workshop.

The program for the day is:-

• 10am – 11am Presentation by Pir Tareen
• 11am – 11.20am Morning Tea
• 11.20am – 12.30pm Presentation continues
• 12.30pm – 12.45pm Dutch Auction
• 12.45pm Sausage Sizzle

The cost for this event is $5pp. If you plan to attend, please RVSP at the office.......All welcome.

The Redland City Concert Band will perform at the Tranquil Waters Community Centre on Wednesday 8^th May, 7pm.

All residents and friends are welcome.

A village of the Community Centre taken by Resident John Butler on 28 April 2013 on a moonlit night

For people nearing retirement, a retirement village such as Tranquil Waters is worth considering. A familiar home can be very difficult to maintain and impractical for an older person living alone. Smaller apartments might be easier to manage, but many lack the amenities and services available in a quality retirement facility. While retirement homes may seem like a feasible option, some of them can be expensive and many dont come close to providing the quality of life that Tranquil Waters offers.

Tranquil Waters is ideally suited to independent retirement living. It offers those in retirement the opportunity to live a life that is as close as they can get to living at home, with the added advantage of quality care and attention available by care providers.  For the family of the resident, Tranquil Waters offers a totally safe and secure living environment in which the needs of their beloved family members are addressed.

At Tranquil Waters, independent senior living means never having to worry about maintaining the surroundings or performing risky or difficult chores. From a resident's experience there are a variety of reasons to consider a move to a retirement village from downsizing, garden and maintenance issues, health concerns and freeing up time to travel. Retirees also have the benefit of companionship from other seniors and there are plenty of opportunities for socializing and enjoying each others company.

For older people for whom loneliness and depression are constant worries, the active and vibrant social life offered by Tranquil Waters is a definite benefit.

Without the stress and worry of mowing the lawn, gardens or external maintenance, the later years can be the best time in a seniors life.

Independent retirement living at Tranquil Waters means just that: a safe and secure living environment in which senor citizens can live independently.  With world-class facilities, 24 hour medical alert and knowledge that care services are available if and when required from care providers, Tranquil Waters makes retirement something to look forward to.

For more information, head online or call (07) 3207 0786 today.

Below are some upcoming Monday Morning Teas held in the Community Centre

• Monday 6^th May, 10am A travel presentation by Fun over 50's and musical comedy entertainment by "Joch Strapp". A fun morning for everyone.
• Monday 13^th May, 10am Pamela's Biggest Morning Tea to raise money for cancer research.

There will be a fashion parade by W Lane, raffles and a trade table.

Entry is $5 which includes morning tea...............ALL WELCOME, Bookings not required.

BALLET ON THE BIG SCREEN

The ballet for Saturday, 4^th May, 7pm will be "Sylvia".

Ballet details: -

• Ballet Company - Royal Ballet
• Music - Leo Delibes.
• Choreography - Frederick Ashton
• Production - Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, 2005.
• Principal Dancers - Darcey Bussell and Roberto Bolle.
• Duration - Three Acts, An hour and 45 minutes.

This classical ballet, which draws on Greek mythology, was shown in 2010 and again in 2011. The principal dancers are quite amazing.

On Sunday 28^th, the second Tranquil Waters Regatta was held. Fortunately, the weather was a lot kinder than the previous year with the One Metre yachts having a great morning's racing. Thanks to all who helped set up the venue and for providing the barbecue afterwards.

"Have Fun� at jazz night on Friday 12^th April, 5.30pm.

The Redlanders will be playing dance music and the jazz we all enjoy. Dinner will be chicken and prawn.

Contact the office on 3207 0768 is you wish to attend

I know that this event is still over a month away but on Monday 13^th May, 10am we will be hosting the Biggest Morning Tea to raise funds for Cancer Council Research. This is a very worthy cause as many among us, know relatives or friends who have suffered this disease.

Please come along, with your friends, to support this worthy cause.

The theme for this year will be "Think Pink". Please wear something pink, it could be a hat, dress, shirt, shoes or just a ribbon.

Please keep the date in mind, mark it on your calendar. Entry will be $5pp which includes a fashion parade by "W LANE" morning tea, raffles, lucky door prizes and a trading table.

Come along, "Think Pink" and have a fun morning.

As usual, we will be holding a Commemoration Service on Anzac Day, 25^th April, 11am in the Community Centre. The service will include the laying of the wreath and flag raising ceremony.

After the service, light refreshments will be available. Residents are asked to bring along a plate of cold food.

Our regular visitors, the band from Faith Lutheran College will be playing at the Anzac Day dawn service in Villers Bretonneux

This will be broadcast live by the ABC from approximately 11am onwards on 25th April. We wish them every success and a safe and happy journey.

They leave Brisbane Thursday 11th April.

The annual regatta is planned for Sunday 28th April 2013 from 10am to 12:30pm. It will take place from the beach opposite the waterfront units.

The Wynnum Manly Model Yacht Club will have their one meter yachts racing for the TWRV Trophy.

Please come along to see the yachts in action and afterwards a mixed grill BBQ had been organized & then the winners were presented with the coveted trophy comes to the barbeque and trophy presentation at the village

Don't miss the Tranquil Tones first performance for 2013 on Sunday, 28 April. After such a damp and dreary February, residents will enjoy a program of popular songs on the theme of: COLOUR WHEEL

In keeping with this "Colour Wheel� theme, residents are invited to wear purple to add to the colour of the program.

Several new members have joined the tones, we now number 44 but more blokes are needed.

There will be some unusual items in this Tones performance - but it is still rated "G".