Remarkable Renovations of Local Bowls Club
by KATE RAWLINS
THE Toowong Bowls Club has seen many changes in 2012, now boasting modern facilities for local residents.
After recovering from the 2011 January floods, the Club has now undergone vast renovations to provide members and guests with a greater social and bowling experience.
The Club’s deals are tailored to suit the varying demographics across the local Toowong area.
Thursday night is ‘Student Night,’ boasting a DJ or live band, along with discounted beverages available from the bar.
Whilst Seniors can enjoy a variety of lunch specials from $8.90 on a Thursday.
On a Friday night, patrons who pre-book a table for 10 or more people are rewarded with a $50 bar tab for all to enjoy (conditions apply).
LOCATION: The Club is easily accessible to the public via Heroes Avenue, with generous parking facilities available.
Photo: Kate Rawlins
However ‘Super Soaker Sunday’ is by far the most flamboyant Club event of the week.
For $2, patrons can play barefoot bowls in their bikinis on a Sunday to add an extra fun twist to the traditional game.
Bowls can be played at the Club on all other days for $10 when playing after dark or $8 for a daytime game.
Locals can become Life Members of the Club for just $1, and will enjoy not ever having to sign in, or be spammed with electronic newsletters.
The Club’s restaurant now also caters for lunches and dinners seven days a week, with the kitchen opening from 11am.
Along with an ATM, 35 gaming machines, and the facilities to host functions such as weddings, birthdays and conferences, the Toowong Bowls Club is a fine establishment for locals and visitors to enjoy.
All enquires and bookings can be made by phoning the Club directly on 3870 1616, and current deals can be found online via the Club’s website or Facebook page.
Back On Trak Are On the Move
Toowong’s sports and remedial massage therapists Back on Trak are on the move.
Having been located in another arcade in Toowong for eight years now, they are taking up a new lease inside the former Thrift Shop.
Back on Trak Toowong’s practice started in 2002 and has survived the challenges of the GFC.
With their new office fitout under way, doors are already opened and they are taking clients.
The new spacious premises host the floatation tank and an infra-red sauna, which aim to alleviate pain and renew and invigorate the body after the stresses of sports injury.
You know the drill: big shed, less noise from Legacy Tunnel works
UNDER WAY: The acoustic shed by the Western Freeway at Toowong will shield noise and dust as Legacy Way tunneling is completed. Picture: Tim Marsden Source: The Cairns Post
ONE of the biggest sheds to be built in Australia is taking shape at Toowong in Brisbane’s west.
The six-storey-high, 89m long acoustic shed is being built at the Legacy Way tunnel worksite.
Lord Mayor Graham Quirk said the shed would house the tunnel boring machines and shield motorists and residents from noise and dust.
“I have a plan to deal with Brisbane’s traffic congestion and we’re getting on with the job of upgrading our most congested suburban roads and building vital new transport infrastructure,” he said.
Cr Quirk said the acoustic shed made of Colorbond steel and measuring 89m long, 77m wide and 29m high would be a temporary feature beside the Western Freeway.
It will be taken down late next year when the tunnel is completed.
“The acoustic shed is made with more than 1000 tonnes of structural steel, and in terms of floor space, is nearly 500 times bigger than your average backyard tool shed, so it’s no small feat to construct,” he said.
The tunnel boring machines (or TBMs) would operate 24 hours.
When completed the acoustic shed will be fitted with a series of travelling cranes, which will be used to assemble the two TBMs.
Legacy Way is the council’s 4.6km road tunnel from the Western Freeway at Toowong to the Inner City Bypass (ICB) at Kelvin Grove. Once open, Legacy Way will almost halve peak-hour travel times between the Centenary Bridge and the ICB.
Cr Quirk again acknowledged the Federal Labor Government’s support for the project through $500 million in funding.
Toowong Councillor Peter Matic said the location of the Legacy Way Tunnel Control Centre, which will be next to the existing Clem7 Tunnel Control Centre at Bowen Hills, would have less impact for residents.
Story courtesy of the Courier-Mail.
FLOOD RECOVERY ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS
The Disaster Recovery Payment: A one-off payment for people who have been adversely affected by a disaster, for example, if your home has been damaged, you haven’t been able to access your home for 24 hours or more, your home has been without electricity, water, gas, sewage or another essential service for at 48 hours, or you have been seriously injured. If you are eligible you will receive:
- $1000 per adult and $400 for each child (under 16 years of age).
The Disaster Income Recovery Subsidy Flooding and Severe Weather Payment: Financial assistance for employees, small business persons and farmers who have experienced a loss of income as a direct result of the flooding, for example, if your income is derived from the area affected by the disaster. If you are eligible you will receive:
- $469.70 per fortnight for a single adult
- $424.00 per fortnight per adult who is a member of a couple
- $508.20 per fortnight for a single adult with a dependent child
- $388.70 per fortnight for a person who is under 21 years of age.
Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Grants available are:
- Emergency Assistance grants – a grant of $170 per person, up to a maximum of $780 for a family of five or more is available. This grant is available to people experiencing hardship due to the disaster who require assistance to meet their basic needs such as food, clothing, accommodation and medical supplies.
- Essential Household Contents grants – assistance of up to $1,660 for individuals and $4,980 for families.
- Repairs to Dwelling grants – assistance of up to $10,250 for individuals and $13,800 for families can be provided.
Business Assistance: Grants are available to small businesses that have been affected by flood damage. An initial claim of $5,000 is available to assist you with immediate early recovery and up to $20,000 to recover costs you have paid to repair
Volunteering
Volunteers are still required and I urge anyone wishing to volunteer their time to check-in with my office on 3403 2520 to receive the latest information on where their efforts are required.
Important Flood Relief Phone Numbers
Energex (Loss of Power): 13 62 62
Red Cross: 1300 554 419
Centrelink: 180 22 66 or www.centrelink.gov.au
SES: 132 500
Insurance Council of Australia: 1300 728 228
Qld Flood Information Hotline: 1800 173 349
General Enquiries & Assistance: 13 74 68
Brisbane City Council Call Centre: (07) 3403 8888
Community Recovery Line: 1800 173 349
Disaster Recovery Hotline: 1800 173 149
Salvation Army: 1300 363 622
QLD Department of Communities.: 1800 173 349
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Fedelta Point of Sale Terminals
Fedelta is a Point of Sale software package that boasts speed, ease of use, reliability and an extensive range of powerful features.
The Fedelta solution has the variety of POS software solutions to suit to bars, restaurants, hotels, resorts, casinos, stadiums, fast food and general retail of all sizes. These can all be accommodated from the one tailored solution.
The Fedelta system is reliable and robust to ensure your business is operational at all times.
If the network or server fails, the POS terminal will continue to run offline until the problem is resolved, at which time all data is automatically synchronised, updated and stored on the server.
Address: Level 1, Data 3 House, 80 Jephson Street, Toowong, QLD 4066
Phone: 1300 652 029 (sales) +61 7 3870 9705 (int’l)
Fax: 1300 136 451
Website: Link (opens in new window)
Location Map: Google Map (opens in new window)
Office hours: Normal business hours
Range of Products
Point of Sale
Fedelta is a Point of Sale software package that boasts speed, ease of use, reliability and an extensive range of powerful features. The touch screen solution provides the flexibility to customize the POS terminal to suit your individual needs.
Backoffice
Fedelta Backoffice comprises detailed management features including Product and Pricing Control, Stock Control, Staff Management, Point of Sale Configuration, Loyalty Rewards, Accounts, Audit Control and a comprehensive set of Reports and Analysis Tools.
Portable Ordering
Fedelta Orderman revolutionises the dining experience by serving more customers more efficiently. Customer orders can be processed straight to the kitchen and tables bills printed and payed for right in front of the customer.
Customer Loyalty
Fedelta Custmer Loyalty module allows you to track, reward and communicate with your customers. Customers are able to signup for the rewards program at the Point of Sale to immediately start receiving Rewards Points, Special Pricing and Discounts.
PDT Stock Module
Fedelta’s Security module empowers management to enforce integrity into the information recorded at Point of Sale. By tying transaction records to live and recorded video footage you can quickly identify both inaccurate and fraudulent Point of Sale usage.
Security Module
Fedelta’s Security module empowers management to enforce integrity into the information recorded at Point Of Sale. By tying transaction records to live and recorded video footage of the transaction you can quickly identify both inaccurate and fraudulent Point-Of-Sale usage.
Reservations Module
Fedelta links directly into industry leading software that caters specifically for Reservations and Customer Relationship Management. The core of reservation systems is much more than the timing of custom and the collection of sale trends. It’s about adding that personal touch to service.
Gaming Module
Fedelta integrates with numerous third-party gaming solutions. Integrating your Gaming and Point of Sale system allows customers to accrue reward points not only on the gaming machines, but also at Point of Sale locations throughout your venues.
Accountancy Integration
Fedelta’s Accounting module provides an invaluable integration into Accountancy packages. The integration eliminates tedious manual entry and data translation by taking your business transactions and posting directly to pre-defined accounts.
Kitchen Monitor
The Fedelta Kitchen Monitor is designed for Quick Service environments and is specifically targeted at increasing efficiency and accuracy by delivering orders to visual displays. The system can be configured to send selected items to designated preparation areas.
Property Management System
Fedelta Integrates with third party Property Management Systems to ensure a seemless link between your guests accomodation bill and any other spending that might occur at your venue.
Online Stock Ordering
Fedelta integrates with online suppliers to provide automated ordering and invoicing. The proven import process avoids the pain involved in double entry of purchasing information lodged with suppliers.
Fedelta is a Point of Sale software package that boasts speed, ease of use, reliability and an extensive range of powerful features. The touch screen solution provides the flexibility to customize the POS terminal to suit your individual needs.
Backoffice
Fedelta Backoffice comprises detailed management features including Product and Pricing Control, Stock Control, Staff Management, Point of Sale Configuration, Loyalty Rewards, Accounts, Audit Control and a comprehensive set of Reports and Analysis Tools.
Portable Ordering
Fedelta Orderman revolutionises the dining experience by serving more customers more efficiently. Customer orders can be processed straight to the kitchen and tables bills printed and payed for right in front of the customer.
Customer Loyalty
Fedelta Custmer Loyalty module allows you to track, reward and communicate with your customers. Customers are able to signup for the rewards program at the Point of Sale to immediately start receiving Rewards Points, Special Pricing and Discounts.
PDT Stock Module
Fedelta’s Security module empowers management to enforce integrity into the information recorded at Point of Sale. By tying transaction records to live and recorded video footage you can quickly identify both inaccurate and fraudulent Point of Sale usage.
Security Module
Fedelta’s Security module empowers management to enforce integrity into the information recorded at Point Of Sale. By tying transaction records to live and recorded video footage of the transaction you can quickly identify both inaccurate and fraudulent Point-Of-Sale usage.
Reservations Module
Fedelta links directly into industry leading software that caters specifically for Reservations and Customer Relationship Management. The core of reservation systems is much more than the timing of custom and the collection of sale trends. It’s about adding that personal touch to service.
Gaming Module
Fedelta integrates with numerous third-party gaming solutions. Integrating your Gaming and Point of Sale system allows customers to accrue reward points not only on the gaming machines, but also at Point of Sale locations throughout your venues.
Accountancy Integration
Fedelta’s Accounting module provides an invaluable integration into Accountancy packages. The integration eliminates tedious manual entry and data translation by taking your business transactions and posting directly to pre-defined accounts.
Kitchen Monitor
The Fedelta Kitchen Monitor is designed for Quick Service environments and is specifically targeted at increasing efficiency and accuracy by delivering orders to visual displays. The system can be configured to send selected items to designated preparation areas.
Property Management System
Fedelta Integrates with third party Property Management Systems to ensure a seemless link between your guests accomodation bill and any other spending that might occur at your venue.
Online Stock Ordering
Fedelta integrates with online suppliers to provide automated ordering and invoicing. The proven import process avoids the pain involved in double entry of purchasing information lodged with suppliers.
Sharp Styles Barber
Sharp Styles Barber, Toowong
Sharp Styles Barber was established in 2002, and is located in the centre of the Toowong business district.
Over the past 7 years we have been providing “unique traditional barber” services for young men and those who are young at heart.
With each of our services we include a neck shave and hot towel. Here’s what you can expect on your next visit:
- Men’s Style cut
- Crew Cut
- Beard Trim
- Face Shave
- Style Cut & Bear Trim
- Style Cut & Shampoo
- Head Shave Using Straight Razor
Our fees are kept modest levels. But to meet the growing demand from our local resident population, we provide concessions for Pensioner and Senior Card holders, University, High School and Primary School students.
Address: Sherwood House, Shop 2, 39 Sherwood Road, Toowong.
Phone: (07) 3371 0923
Location Map: Google Map (opens in new window)
Trading hours:
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 6:00pm
Thursday: 8:30am to 7:00pm
RW Harrold Watchmakers
R.W. Harrold Watchmaker was established in 1998 and is located in the centre of Toowong. Over the past 11 years we have been keeping Brisbane watches and clocks on time, and we’re happy to keep you on time as well !
We are the authorised Seiko, Pulsar and Lorus warranty repair agents for all of Queensland. All repairs are carried out on-site by one of our three qualified watchmakers and technicians.
We repair a vast range of watch brands, including the following:
- Omega
- Diesel
- Piere Cardin
- Longines
- Fossil
- Guess
- Tag Heur
- Rip Curl
- Classique
- Citizen
- All types of clocks
We believe in old fashioned service. We take pride in our our service to you, and we are well known as watchmakers who know what we are talking about.
We service the old style mechanical wind-up/automatic watches and pocket watches, as well as the old wind-up mechanical clocks. All repairs are carried out onsite by one of our three qualified watchmakers and technicians.
Come in for a FREE quote and a happy face that you can talk to.
Services Provided:
- Full services
- Restorations
- Seals
- Glass Repairs
- Batteries
- Pressure testing
- Pressure testing
- Band repairs
- Wind-up mechanical clocks
- And mechanical wind-up/automatic watches and pocket watches
Address: Sherwood House, Shop 3A, 39 Sherwood Road, Toowong, Qld, 4068
Phone: (07) 3871 7133
Fax: (07) 3876 7414
Website: Link (opens in new window)
Location Map: Google Map (opens in new window)
Office hours: 8.00am – 5.00pm, Monday to Saturday
Do you need your battery changed ?
Some people assume having a battery change in their watch is no big deal.
However, there are many things that we do here at R.W. Harrold Watchmaker that ensures your watch stays in top condition. For example, with every battery change we test the watches current consumption. This is read in Micro Amps. This test is very important in establishing the health of your watch.
This reading tells us how much energy your watch is consuming from the battery. Readings within factory specifications will maintain the normal battery life expectancy. A higher then factory specification reading means the movement is consuming more energy from the battery then is specified therefore reducing the battery life. Instances where such a problem arises can be solved by a full service.
Only having the battery changed cannot guarantee it’s water resistancy.
The resealing process
Here at R.W. Harrold Watchmaker we offer seals and pressure testing for water resistant watches rated at 50, 100, 150, 200 meter resistancies(resistancy is rated on the case back of your watch). The resealing and pressure testing of your watch gurantees your watch is safe to swim in at the rated depth.
Seals that are replaced include, button seals, crown seals(some crowns contain internal seals where the whole crown needs replacing) and back case seals (other seals including glass seals may incure an extra charge). With these brand new seals in place we can then guarantee our pressure testing and that the watch is then water resistant to its rated water resistancy.
Toowong Jewellers
Are you looking for specialist jewellery, engagement rings, wedding rings, dress rings, watches and diamond jewellery in Toowong ?
Toowong Jewellers is a contemporary outlet of the larger Showcase Jewellers supply chain, and are renowned for supplying quality products and excellent customer service. Current store specials are available all year round, and are located here.
Store Manager Ryan Brigg and assistant Elissa provide expert advice and assistance in a relaxed atmosphere to locate the best jewellery in Brisbane’s Western Suburbs.
Address: Shop GA17, Toowong Shopping Village, 9 Sherwood Rd, Toowong, Qld, 4066
Phone: (07) 3870 1183
Fax: (07) 3870 8180
Website: Link (not available)
Location Map: Google Map (opens in new window)
Opening Hours:
Store hours are the same as Toowong Shopping Village core store hours, namely:
Monday – Wednesday & Friday 9am – 5.30pm
Thursday 9am – 9pm
Saturday 9am – 4pm
Sunday 9am – 6pm
Blockbuster Video
Sorry, Blockbuster Video no longer exists in Toowong.