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Volume 2, Issue 2 |
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Branch Manager’s Report Sgt Gil Napper |
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Townsville PCYC Wellington St Aitkenvale Phone: 07 4781 9100 Fax: 074725 1329 Email: townsville@pcyc.org.au |
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Our A.G.M. will be held on the 13th September 2009 at the Wellington Street venue, commencing at 10 a.m. and with light lunch been served at 11 a.m. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the out going committee who have done a marvellous job over the past twelve months, evident with 53% growth been experienced throughout the branch. Christine ALDERSON, Chairperson, has demonstrated sound leadership and should be commended. Since coming to the club in 1991 as a mother she has gone on to be a strong representative of our volunteers, and has seen many changes over those years. The North Queensland PCYC Awards night saw our club again take out many of the categories and I would like now to congratulate all the winners and finalist. Currently we are on track to |
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finish with around 2500 members for the year and this puts us up there as the biggest club outside of the Brisbane, South/East corner. This growth has required us to make some significant changes to our operations and we are currently review our business. We are hoping to add a few more activities to our service, as well as expand what the gym has to offer. We are currently looking at staff during the weekends to try and stop misuse of the gym and damage occurring around the centre. Our Basketball After Dark program has also taken off and will continue to run until the end of October when we will review it. All in all these are exciting times for the club and I look forward to continuing the success that we have experienced over the past few years. Until next time, thanks. |
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Tiny Tots Sign Classes are held at PCYC Aitkenvale: Tuesday 12.30-1.30 Saturday 9.15 and 10.15 $90 for 10-week term or $10 per session Sample a lesson for free!
To find out more about Tiny Tots Sign and Class Availability, Contact Ali on 4773 1473 or 0421 565 576 tinytotssign@gmail.com |
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Recipe Of The Month |
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Preheat oven to 180C. Meatballs Sauce Small tin Crushed Pineapple |
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Townsville PCYC would like to thank: Erik Hegge, Howard Toll, Aaron Liebig, Alex Pollock, Shae and Maddy Henderson-Idagi for there help at the Bunnings Sausage sizzle, money from which will go towards our Youth Inc project. Also a big thank you to Jo Hinspeter, Howard Toll and Erik Hegge for helping with the Bus Runs while Neil is away. Our centre would not be able to run without the support of all our volunteers! |
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Sweet and Sour Meatballs |
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Legend Awards Night |
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The Police Citizens Youth Club held their annual ‘NQ Legends of the Year’ awards on Saturday 15th August. Surrounding regions as far as Mount Isa, Innisfail, Charters Towers and Yarrabah were represented. The night recognised volunteers and staff that have made a difference within their community and the organisation. “This weekend is going to be an eventful one for PCYC” Regional Manager, Brett Parnell said whilst hosting another PCYC event at the recent Cowboys game on Friday night. “PCYC is developing new programs for communities by offering |
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structured activities which are available for everyone. These programs would not be possible without dedicated volunteers and staff’. Everyone had a stellar night, with Townsville PCYC leaving with an armful of awards. North Queensland’s ‘Legend of the Year’ was awarded to Sergeant Mick Hughes from Cloncurry PCYC for his outstanding service to the outback community. “I accept this award on behalf of everyone involved behind the scenes that makes my involvement with the community possible”. Our Nominations and Awards: |
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Volunteer of the Year- Vi Cox Henry Ford (winner) Neil Nolan (winner) Youth of the Year- Daniel Alderson (winner) Crime Prevention- Michelle Idagi SAS Program (winner) Branch Sgt of the Year- Sgt Gil Napper Legend of the Year- Vi Cox Townsville PCYC Encouragement Award- Desleigh Olzard |
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Up Coming Events |
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Fathers Day Sunday 6th September White Balloon Day Tuesday 8th September PCYC AGM Sunday 13th September Townsville PCYC School Holidays Saturday 19th September to Sunday 4th October 2009 |
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Health and Fitness With Karen Barber |
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Nutrition Basics Everyone should aim to eat a balanced diet. This consists of a daily intake of the following: ä 4-7 Serves of breads and cereals (1 slice of bread, 1/2 cup of cooked pasta, rice or noodles) ä 5 Serves of vegetables (1/2-1 cup) ä 2-3 Serves of Fruit (Fit into the palm of hand) REMEMBER natural sugar is still sugar ä 2 Serves dairy (cup of milk, 30g cheese, small tub of yogurt) ä 1-2 Serves meat (100g red meat, chicken or fish) |
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Exercise Everyone should exercise on a daily basis!! † Aim for 30min of cumulative exercise per day (for example: 15 in the morning and 15 in the evening) † PROGRESSION, PROGRESSION AND PROGRESSION † Aim for 60 min per day, maybe 30min in the morning and 30min in the evening most days of the week. † Give your body adequate time to rest between training sessions. Remember To Always: J Enjoy Yourself J Don’t Make it a Chore J Make it a Lifestyle |
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Kids Corner |
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Can all Gym Users please show their membership cards at reception as well as to staff member on duty at the Gym Thank-you |
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New Coordinator |
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As you are all aware we have been advertising for a new Coordinator in our centre. I am happy to announce that Rebecca Erickson has been successful in acquiring the position. Rebecca has been with our PCYC for four months, working as a supervisor in our Before School Care program and in our After School Care Program. Rebecca has a Degree Education and has 7 years experience of |
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working with children. We have an open door policy in our centre so feel welcome to pop in at any time to say hi or if you wish to make an appointment to speak with Rebecca or myself please do not hesitate to do so. Once again congratulations Rebecca and we are all very excited about having you on board as our Coordinator. Joanne Urquhart Assistant Coordinator |
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White Balloon Day |
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We are happy to support Bravehearts in the awareness of Sexual Assault in Children. 1 in 5 Children will be sexually assaulted before the age of 18 equating to an alarming 50,000 children, in Australia, every year. Most will never tell anyone. We need your help to provide these children with support and empowerment to “break the silence” surrounding child sexual assault. We would like you to fly Bravehearts balloons or car flags on the 8th of September. To purchase merchandise their website is: www.whiteballoonday.com.au Or call: (07) 555 23 000. Thank You for your support If you need any other information ask Rebecca or Jo in the childcare office. |
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Serve with Rice. |
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Baby signing is a fantastic way to help Your baby communicate before they can talk;
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