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WOMEN: OUR PAST, PRESENT AND OUR FUTURE

Celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women on Wednesday 9 March at Womenspace in Sandgate, 10:00am - 11:30am.

In 2016 Queensland will expand International Women’s Day celebrations into a week-long, state-wide series of events and activities called Queensland Women's Week.

The theme for the inaugural week is, "Good for her. Great for us. When women achieve, Queensland succeeds." This theme celebrates women's achievements as well as acknowledging that supporting and enabling women to take advantage of opportunities to succeed is good for everyone in Queensland.

Women are no strangers to confronting challenges and overcoming obstacles in their lives. Seemingly insurmountable challenges are faced and overcome by women around the world every day. Women bring life into this world, nurture and raise families among all environments and circumstances. There is inspiration and friendship to be found in sharing our stories.

Hear women share their personal journey through womanhood, buy a raffle ticket and be in the running to win some special prizes and share camaraderie over light refreshments and drinks.

There are special activities planned, with all raffle ticket sales and donations accepted towards Womenspace’s ‘Building Fund’. This is an excellent opportunity for women to see how much Womenspace, a not-for-profit organisation, has achieved towards renovating the downstairs area on Second Avenue in Sandgate, for events. The recent installation of walls, windows and doors to replace wooden slats and an old garage door has made a huge difference to the downstairs events space, with beautiful tiles covering much of the floor. Our intention to install a kitchenette and toilets are planned and quotes are being sourced. Much positive activity is happening at Womenspace!

Please accept our warmest invitation to join other women in celebrating our past, present and future, acknowledging the adversity experienced by women, both past and present.

What: International Women’s Day Morning Tea at Womenspace
Where: 11 Second Avenue, Sandgate
When: Wednesday 9 March, 10:00 - 11:30am
Cost: Free
Phone: 0431 112 721
Website: www.womenspace.org.au

RENOVATIONS PROGRESS


Renovations progress at Womenspace, with new lighting fitted in our events space downstairs in late 2015. This complements the tiled floor which was laid in September that year. Replacement of gas water heaters was completed in early February 2016 and later that same month, Womenspace have contracted builders to replace the garage door with a sliding glass door, install walls closing off storage areas and the laundry space. This recent work includes walls and windows along the south-eastern corner of the building downstairs, sealing the space off from wet weather.

This most recent work has meant that Womenspace have spent over $3,000 out of our general funds. Womenspace are in dire need of donations to complete this work downstairs, which includes a kitchenette, access all ability toilets and we are in the process for getting quotes. It would be wonderful to have all of this work complete before spring, at which point we can hold an event to officially launch Womenspace as open for business in Sandgate.

All of the work that continues on Womenspace's property in Sandgate is possible thanks to the generous nature of our supporters, to the Building Fund. We need your support to continue this work. To further this work, you are invited to please make a donation of whatever you are able, towards this project. Our sincere thanks to those women already donating. We have much to achieve together.

Womenspace are most grateful to our Chairperson Bev Miles, for her continued enthusiasm and voluntary work in managing the building project. We continue to work towards realising our dreams for Womenspace's property and ask that you please assist us with financial support.

Contributions may be made to our account with Suncorp:
BSB: 484 799
Account Number: 07910 8238
Account Name: Women's Space Association Inc.

AUTUMN EQUINOX RITUAL

All women are invited to join in a morning seasonal ritual at Womenspace, to celebrate the coming Autumn Equinox. Join us in an Elemental Focusing Wheel and be guided by women experienced in celebrating the seasons, at Womenspace.



Location: Womenspace, 2/11 Second Avenue, Sandgate 
Date: Sunday 13 March
Time: 10am - 12pm
Cost: Free 
Bookings: Please secure your place in the circle, at womenspace.org.au 
Alternatively, contact Womenspace via email: coordinator@womenspace.org.au or phone 0431 112 721.

All Womenspace events are designed for women, unless otherwise notified.

DRUM MAKING WORKSHOP
Only one place remaining...


"The drum was the means our ancestors used to summon the goddess and also the instrument through which she spoke. The drumming priestess was the intermediary between divine and human realms. Aligning herself with sacred rhythms, she acted as summoner and transformer, invoking divine energy and transmitting it to the community." Layne Redmond

Drumming is an ancient tradition throughout all tribal people. The drum is used for healing, prayer, gratitude and requests for information or journeying. Please join us to make your own round drum with a spiral back on this workshop held over the course of one day. This is a physically and emotionally intensive day of reconnecting with the ancient traditions and energies – a day of remembering and spiritual connection. 

During our drum making workshop we will:
  • Create sacred space
  • Journey to meet the deer who has gifted its hide for you
  • Receive a message for your drum
  • Create your own drum, by cutting out the hide and lacing your drum together
  • Birth your drum
At the end of the workshop you will receive:
  • a bag to carry your drum in
  • instructions on how to care for your drum
  • a handmade beater made by Tracy
  • a hook to hang your drum up with whilst it is drying
  • a 'Life Sparkle' essence to assist you with any healing that has occurred during and post the drum making process


Tracy Brumby-Cameron was asked by Chief Spirit Hawk of the Sioux Blackfoot tribe of Northern Canada to make him a new drum as his old drum had been stolen. Tracy describes making this drum as "a spiritually profound, humbling and enlightening journey. His ancestors, guides and animal totems all joined me during its creation." Chief Spirit Hawk gifted Tracy a necklace handcrafted by his ancestor for the Drum Maker. Tracy honours this connection by wearing the Chief’s gift when making drums.  

Location: Womenspace, 11 Second Avenue, Sandgate 
Date: Saturday 5 March, 10am - 4pm
Cost: $340 
Bookings: Available to all women (was previously members only). Please secure your booking at womenspace.org.au Alternatively, contact Womenspace via email: coordinator@womenspace.org.au or phone 0431 112 721.
Click here for more event information
MARCH
 
Tuesday 1 March
Womenspace Daytime Book Group 
11:00am - 12:30pm 
Sandgate - Womenspace  Cost: $5
Join women to discuss books that matter. 
 
Tuesday 1 March
Womenspace Evening Book Group 
7:00 - 8:30pm 
Sandgate - Womenspace  Cost: $5
Currently at capacity. Email Womenspace to join the waiting list. 

Wednesday 2 March 
Wise Women’s Circle 
7:15 - 9:30pm
Sandgate - Womenspace  
Millennium Calendarâ„¢ – Law of Attraction
Presenter: Jean Sheehan
This is ancient wisdom used in many lifetimes, including Shamanism, Alchemy, Atlantis, Lemuria, witchcraft and now.
Cost: $15 ($12 members) 

Friday 4 March
Womenspace Garden Group
8:00 - 10:00am
Sandgate - Womenspace - no cost involved
Please help us nurture and maintain the garden at Womenspace.

Saturday 5 March
WORKSHOP
Drum Making Workshop
10am - 4pm
Sandgate - Womenspace  
with Tracy Brumby-Cameron
Please join us to make your own round drum with a spiral back. This workshop is held over the course of one day. All materials, lunch and light refreshments provided throughout the day.
Cost: $340 (available to members only) 

Wednesday 9 March
Cuppa & Chat - International Women's Day and Queensland Women's Week
10:00 - 11:30am
Sandgate - Womenspace
Join us during Queensland Women's Week and hear women's stories, buy a raffle ticket to go in the draw to win great prizes, enjoy a cuppa and light refreshments, at our regular morning tea with a difference. Free entry, held at 11 Second Avenue, Sandgate.

Sunday 13 March
Autumn Equinox Ritual
10am - 12pm
Sandgate - Womenspace
Womenspace regularly celebrate the change in season with a ritual to mark the Equinox and Solstice. Entry is free.

Tuesday 15 March
Soul & Spirit
7:00 - 8:30pm
Sandgate - Womenspace
Finding One Limiting Belief that keeps you Stuck!
Facilitator: Linda Conyard
Awareness is one of the keys to sustainable change in your life.
Cost: $5
 
Wednesday 16 March
WomenCraft
10:00 - 11:30am
Sandgate - Womenspace
Womenspace invites women of all ages to bring their craft projects and work together.
Cost: Gold coin donation

All Womenspace events are designed for women, unless otherwise notified. All women are welcome. Please email or call Womenspace to book your attendance for these events.
GRATITUDE

Womenspace have many to thank each month, however some are deserving of a little extra light shone on them for their efforts!

We have enormous gratitude for the work voluntarily put towards cleaning and preparing our events space downstairs, after contractors completed another stage of the renovation. Lee-Anne and Bev put in numerous hours, making the events space look fantastic, which included draping and securing huge lengths of material kindly donated by Moya, for our ceiling! It is our volunteers that keep us going, whose tireless contributions inspire and shape Womenspace. 

THANK YOU!

 

WOMENSPACE LIBRARY



"The amazing discoveries of the birth, life death and regeneration murals in the excavations by archaeologist James Mellart in Turkey of the 8,000 year old Neolithic culture of Catal Huyuk in the 1960's beautifully depict the deep and profound reverence in which these early peoples lived. The Catal Huyuk settlement lasted approximately 1,000 years. The unearthed evidence of three different skull types found in various diggings showed that diverse peoples lived together in harmony. There is no evidence whatsoever of weaponry or warfare in any of the murals or iconography. And there is amazing substantiation of the reverence of a Mother Goddess. The majestic Neolithic double temples in Malta and Gozo, themselves symbols of the sacred female principle and predating the pyramids by 1,000 years, have yielded numerous female figurines suggesting the primalness of woman - she who births life into form. One enters the temples through the sacred yonic gateway, which leads to round earthen womb-like spaces deep inside. And one leaves the temples through the same gateway, experiencing a sense of rebirth and regeneration. The ancients also knew to whom they returned at the end of life. Today there are existing remnants of this mother wisdom alive in such cultures as the Minangkabau in Sumatra, the Berber in Tunisia, the Mosuo in China and the matriarchal culture found in Juchitan, Mexico. Significantly, when people revere the Mother and the Sacred Feminine, peace abounds. So, it is true that his-tory is about war. And it is also true that her-story is about something else entirely."

Leslene Della-Madre, 'Aspects of Women's Spirituality in Tending to the Dying', "She Rises. Why Goddess Feminism, Activism, and Spirituality?"

Womenspace members are encouraged to borrow from our library for up to four weeks at a time. We have a new copy of, 'She Rises', from which this text written by Leslene Della-Madre is quoted. All women are welcome to visit Womenspace Tuesday to Friday 9:00am - 2:30pm and read in our library, during office hours.

Become a valued Womenspace member online at womenspace.org.au. Fee: $40 per annum, or $20 concession.

TRANSPERSONAL ART THERAPY

Transpersonal Art Therapy is being offered at Womenspace.

Art therapy is a wonderful form of healing that offers you the chance to bypass your verbal story and explore it through the use of art mediums to gain insight and meaning that you may not have found before.

You do not need to be ‘good’ at art or consider yourself to be artistic, you simply need to be willing to explore your life's challenges through a creative medium.

One-on-one sessions are being offered at Womenspace with Karen Dickson, a student completing her work placement through 'Ikon Institute' at Bowen Hills. Karen has already passed her theory and practical exams and completed over 30 sessions during her studies.



If you are interested in trying art therapy, please contact Womenspace. Please note, these sessions incur a small cost and are available to members only. Make this your incentive to join the fold.

Let’s play and explore together!


MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
2015-2016


Chairperson: 
Bev Miles

Secretary: 
Linda Male

Treasurer:
Lee-Anne Gaskill

Committee Members:
Avalon MacKellar
Kay Franks
Moya Burridge
Susannah Holmes

Coordinator:
Susannah Holmes

Crone Council Members
Anne McLay
Judith Murphy
Mary Long

Honorary Life Members
Anne McLay
Beverley Miles
Glenys Peacock
Judith Murphy
 

MEMBERSHIP

Individual Membership:
$40 per year
($20 Pension Card Holders)

Business Membership:
$80 per year (Tax deductible)

If you’re not a member, please consider joining. Your membership fees not only give you discounted entry to most Womenspace events; they are necessary for Womenspace to be able to provide services to women.

Womenspace's membership year runs from 1st October to 30th September.
You can pay your membership or renewals by direct deposit:

BSB: 484 799
Account Name: Women’s Space Association Inc.
Account Number: 07910 8238
Suncorp

Cheque / money order posted to:
PO Box 830, Sandgate, Q. 4017
Please ensure cheques are written in full to:
Women's Space Association Inc.

For more information visit our website:   www.womenspace.org.au.

ADVERTISING

 
Womenspace accepts advertising from Business Members and women outside of the Womenspace community, providing that the events or services offered are in keeping with the ethos of Womenspace. For more information please email coordinator@womenspace.org.au

Business Members


Donna Archer
Rebel Creative
At Rebel Creative, Owner and Creative Director, Donna Archer aims to encourage people to understand their creative potential, as well as show the true value of Art for the individual and for the community. We explore contemporary art practices such as watercolour, intuitive/expressive painting, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, acrylic and oil painting, print making and much more.
We certainly teach skills and techniques...but our focus is on the development of each individual's creative potential. 

Phone |  0415 373 223
Email | rebelcreative@live.com.au
Website | www.rebelcreative.wix.com/rebelcreative


Lynette Lancini
Wholebody Creative Change
Wholebody Focusing Professional Trainer, The Focusing Institute.

Focusing is a relational research-based practice for facilitating change. It has been transforming my living, thinking and creative practise for more than a decade.
 
Allow me to share this new form of being human together.
 
At Wholebody Creative Change I offer:
·         group and one-to-one Wholebody Focusing training sessions
·         inner-directed movement and music based participatory events
·         event consultation, design, and facilitation

Contact: Lynette Lancini
Phone: 0401 401 502 or 07 3511 0348
Website: www.wholebodycreativechange.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholebodycreativechange/
 

Annie Meredith
Healing the Divine Feminine with Spirit of Woman Australian Wild Flower Essences

Hi I’m Annie, 
My Spirit of Woman Australian Wild Flower Essences are made in the wild, cool, feminine energies of sacred Mt Nebo in south-east Queensland, Australia.
My essences and accompanying book, Spirit of Woman, provide practical, emotional & spiritual tools for women to enhance their journey to self-empowerment.
I have also authored Essence of Woman, inspiring women to honour the Divine Feminine within.
I teach regular workshops in Brisbane.
 
Phone
0414 873 608 or 07 3289 8269
 
Website
www.spiritofwomanessences.com
 
Email
annie@anniemeredith.com
 


Dr Brigitta Beer D Min BA BSW
Gestalt psychotherapist
Holistic Counsellor - Quit cigarettes in 60 minutes
Hypnosis and NLP Practitioner Law of Attraction and Energy Psychology

I have a commitment to help women to find their true potential and get rid of patterns no longer wanted, increase self esteem by working with Mind Body and Spirit.
 
Dr Brigitta Beer
Jo Ehrlich Psychology
North Lakes  4509
Phone: 07 3264 8145


Maddie Burrows
Chew Chew Train
Maddie is a passionate and understanding personal trainer, aimed at promoting holistic wellbeing through nutrition and fitness. She offers services such as one-on-one/ couple training, Kids fitness and Mummy and Me classes with locations throughout North Brisbane. Kids are welcome at all sessions and are encouraged to participate – the perfect solution for the busy mum.

Website: www.chewchewtrainpt.com
Phone: 0403 862 439
Email: chewchewtrainpt@outlook.com



Karen Martheze
Ironwood Cottage

Ironwood Cottage provides a wide range of organic and whole foods: bulk and pre-packed nuts, seeds, legumes, dried & glace fruit, cereals, flour, sugars, honey, tahini, spices, herbal teas, protein powders. Also specialty sour dough & gluten free breads; organic dairy and non-dairy milk, cheese and yoghurt; fermented food & drinks, household & skin care products, supplements, snacks, baked goods and gifts.

Owner, Karen Martheze and her staff are a wealth of knowledge regarding natural foods.

Business Hours: Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm
Saturday 9am to 1pm

Address: 8 Hancock Street, Sandgate
Phone: (07) 3869 4548    
Email: ironwoodcottage8@gmail.com


Marlene Faisal
‘Jezoor’ Dance Roots
Phone: 0411 952 432

Hello, my name is Marlene. 
My aim is to bring women of all ages and different backgrounds, in the Community together; to learn about each other and stay physically, socially and mentally active through dance. 
I also teach Multicultural dancing, that is performed at Festivals and for the less physically capable.
I organise dance and drum workshops to improve coordination and Rhythm.
Classes are held at Studios in the north of Brisbane at Zillmere and Taigum.
Melina Wales
Melinschka
Relaxation Massage Therapist
 
De-stress, relax and unwind in a nurturing, peaceful environment.
  • Massage Therapy
  • Advanced Practitioner with The Liquid Crystals
  • Reiki Teacher/Master
  • Kinesiology Student – sessions available.
I am a caring, gentle soul who has a great deal of patience and compassion, so if you are in need of a gentle massage please come and see me…
 
Brighton/Sandgate area
For enquiries please phone Melina on 3269 9234 or 0414 297 595
Louise Geary
Teacher of Art of Feminine Presence TM
Healer and Body Worker

Hello, I’m Louise.
Imagine if you had the tools to boost your energy, rekindle your relationships and embody your sacred spiritual edge.Through classes, workshops or private sessions, I can help you make peace with the past and recognise the patterns that keep you stuck in the same old rut.

Contact: Louise Geary
Phone: 0423 968 112
Website: www.louisegeary.com
Life Healing Journeys
Betsy Mills

Heart-felt Life Healing Journeys may be individual, in a group setting or on Skype. 

Are you ready to journey with me and live the life you choose? Life Healing Journeys will help you find direction and take you to where you wish to go.

Life Healing Journeys provide: Shamanic Healing, Journeying, Meditation, Counselling, Life Coaching and Mentoring.

Contact: Betsy Mills
Phone: 0405 450 094
Website: lifehealingjourneys.com.au
Email: betsy@lifehealingjourneys.com.au
Chelle Corporation
Michelle Wilson
Chelle Corporation is an accounting practice operating from Lutwyche, Brisbane. The firm specializes in advice and compliance matters for small and medium businesses, together with individuals who operate self managed superannuation funds, or who require taxation advise in relation to property or other investments. Our strength is the personal service we are able to offer our clients, our attention to detail and our ethical base.

Accountancy
Contact: Michelle Wilson
Phone: 07 3357 7400
Website: http://www.chellecorp.com
Life Events
Kay Franks

I am Kay Franks from Life Events. I am a full-time celebrant with offices at Kedron and Maroochydore. Life's events are for celebrating and I would like to celebrate with you. It may be a marriage, naming of your child, renewal of your vows or perhaps saying goodbye to a special someone and celebrating their life.
Contact: Kay Franks
Phone: 0434 147794
Website: www.kayfranks.com.au
By The Sea Psychology
Linda Male

I’m a Mother, a Grandmother and a Psychologist.
I offer traditional counselling, walk and talk sessions on the beach and other nature-based therapies from my garden “office” at Womenspace!
I have a special interest in grief and loss, anxiety, depression, parenting, relationship issues and coping with life changes.

Sessions are bulk-billed with a mental health referral from a GP.

Counselling
Contact: Linda Male
Phone: 0481395136
Website: www.ByTheSeaPsychology.com
Email: admin@womenonwalks.com
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