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WELCOME to the April edition of WomenSpeak, our monthly newsletter keeping you up to date with all that is happening at Womenspace.

The intensity of summer has passed and we have much for you to explore and experience at our home in Sandgate. Join us in the garden early this month, discover real-life tools to feel in control of your hormones and your life at Wise Women's Circle, craft in a circle of women at WomenCraft, and learn 'Self-Care, Mindfulness and Chinese Medicine' at Soul & Spirit with Lisa Johnson, who most recently led a yoga group on the sand flats at Shorncliffe on the morning of Bluewater Festival. All this and more is in further detail in WomenSpeak this month.

Womenspace is a sacred space for women, woven with the threads of harmony, compassion, gratitude and joy. It is a place for you to reflect and regenerate in what ever way suits you best.

Enjoy the beauty of your sacred spiritual self.
PLANNING DAY

Current members of Womenspace are invited to meet and plan our future, continuing our vision as a vibrant not-for-profit organisation, providing a sacred and nurturing space for women.

Together we will discuss our plan for Womenspace to help women:
* Find love and support through community
* Embrace and respect diversity
* Reclaim and honour the sacred feminine
* Grow in personal and social awareness
* Develop and express creativity

Join us in planning our future together.


Location: Womenspace, Downstairs at 11 Second Avenue, Sandgate 
Date: Sunday 10 April
Time: 10am - 12pm
Please bring a plate of food to share
CURRENT MEMBERS ONLY

BUILDING FUND DONATIONS

As mentioned in last month's newsletter, the most recent building work at our Sandgate property resulted in Womenspace spending $3K+ from general funds towards the renovations, to enhance the events space downstairs. We asked for your financial support last month and some of our most loyal, ongoing supporters heard our call and have donated over $7,000 dollars to the cause! 

One of these donations is from an anonymous supporter, with a further generous $6,737.08 donation from the 'Jani Haenke Charitable Trust'. Womenspace is delighted we can further the work, as planned.

As quotes are prepared to complete downstairs (adding a kitchenette and toilets) Womenspace again request donations, please. It would be marvellous to have this space complete before spring, at which time we can hold an event to officially launch Womenspace 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. 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 achieve so much together.

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


Photographer: Paul Neil
AUSTRALIAN BREASTFEEDING ASSOCIATION MEETINGS AT WOMENSPACE

Women and children are invited to join the Albany Creek-Bracken Ridge Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) group at Womenspace on Wednesday 6 April, 10am – 12pm. Meet new friends, chat with mothers who have ‘been there’ and connect with trained breastfeeding volunteers over a cup of tea.

Volunteer ABA Breastfeeding Counsellor, Justine says â€Our meeting at Womenspace is an opportunity to meet other mums in your area, and find out how ABA can support you, including the resources available.”
BECOME A MEMBER TODAY

You are welcome to join Womenspace and connect with our growing community of women. 

As an Individual Member at Womenspace you will have access to a range of benefits, including:
  • Preference to attend some events first made available (only) to members.
  • Discounts on some Womenspace products, events and workshops (at the discretion of the facilitator).
  • On occasion Womenspace make free movie tickets, massage and other treats available only to our members.
  • Access / borrowing from one of Brisbane’s largest spiritual and personal development libraries.
  • Invitation to attend the Annual Members’ Dinner.
  • Eligibility to vote at the Annual General Meeting and to accept nomination for the Management Committee (after one year's membership).
  • Emailed monthly ‘WomenSpeak’ newsletter, keeping you up to date with what is happening at Womenspace.
Womenspace Business Members receive even more! As a Business Member at Womenspace you will have access to a wide range of benefits:
  • 100-word Business Listing in monthly emailed newsletter, ‘WomenSpeak’. This circulates to over 1,200 women in a target market and is also distributed in print.
  • Workshop/Event description for your workshops: discounted 150-word advertisement in 'WomenSpeak'.
  • Advertising of your events and workshops on Womenspace's Facebook page, by request.
  • Website link exchange on Womenspace’s website (to committee approved applicants).
  • Business Members workshops.
  • Discounts on some Womenspace products and events.
  • Discounts on some workshops (at the discretion of the facilitator).
  • Emailed monthly ‘WomenSpeak’ newsletter, keeping you up to date with what is happening at Womenspace.
  • Access / borrowing from one of Brisbane’s largest spiritual and personal development libraries.
  • Invitation to attend Womenspace’s Annual Members’ Dinner.
  • Eligibility to vote at the Annual General Meeting and to accept nomination for the Management Committee.
Visit our website and become a member today

Photographer: Paul Neil

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

Women gathered from as far afield as northern New South Wales, to celebrate International Women's Day with Womenspace last month. Chairperson Bev Miles spoke openly about her personal journey 'Overcoming Adversity', numerous prizes were won, with many women enjoying the craft activity and morning tea provided. All money raised at the event assists the Womenspace Building Fund and future projects.
APRIL EVENTS
 
Friday 1 April
Womenspace Garden Group
8:00 - 10:00am
Sandgate - Womenspace - no cost involved
Please help us nurture and maintain the garden at Womenspace.

Tuesday 5 April
Womenspace Daytime Book Group 
11:00am - 12:30pm 
Sandgate - Womenspace  Cost: $5
Join women to discuss books that matter. 
 
Tuesday 5 April
Womenspace Evening Book Group 
7:00 - 8:30pm 
Sandgate - Womenspace  Cost: $5
Currently at capacity. Email Womenspace to join the waiting list. 

Wednesday 6 April
Australian Breastfeeding Association Morning Tea for Mother's and Children 
10am - 12pm
Sandgate - Womenspace  
With: Albany Creek-Bracken Ridge Australian Breastfeeding Association Group
Morning tea, information and mother-to mother support to assist in our parenting roles.
Please bring a gold coin donation and a plate of food to share.

Wednesday 6 April
Wise Women’s Circle 
7:15 - 9:30pm
Sandgate - Womenspace  
'Hormones'
Presenter: Charmaine Renaud
Discover a proven drug-free program to give you real-life tools to feel calm, happy and in control of your life. 
Cost: $15 ($12 members) 

Saturday 9 April
Art Therapy Workshop - As I Am  
8:45am - 4:30pm
Sandgate - Womenspace
The power of the present self: A Mandala Workshop 
$20 per woman. Bookings: Available to all women, yet limited to six participants.

Sunday 10 April
Womenspace Planning Day 
10am - 12pm
Sandgate - Womenspace
Meet to discuss and plan the future of Womenspace. 
Open to current 2015-2016 Womenspace Members only.

Wednesday 13 April
Cuppa & Chat 
10:00 - 11:30am
Sandgate - Womenspace
Enjoy a cuppa and light refreshments, at our regular free morning tea. 

Tuesday 19 April
Soul & Spirit
7:00 - 8:30pm
Sandgate - Womenspace
Self-Care, Mindfulness and Chinese Medicine
Facilitator: Lisa Johnson
Discover a combination of Eastern and Western medicine techniques to assist in gaining and maintaining health holistically.
Cost: $5
 
Wednesday 20 April
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.
Click here for more event information
GRATITUDE

Womenspace is forever grateful to the women who gather in this space and create the magic we all enjoy. Womenspace thank our Business Members, Louise Geary (pictured third from left) and Lynette Lancini (far right) for creating a musical Autumn Equinox Ritual, speaking to soul with sound, movement and words. 

Special thanks this month also to Jo Walters (third from right) for her valued assistance at the ritual and to Trish Prosser for helping at the International Women's Day morning tea. Every little gesture makes a big difference to Womenspace and we thank you all.

AS I AM
Art Therapy Workshop

The power of the present self: A Mandala Workshop

Come and join Karen and Trudi in this art therapy workshop to create a meaningful mandala representing aspects of who you are right now.

We will be exploring and creating symbols, discovering insights and meaning and finally creating a take home mandala representing the elements of Heart, Mind, Body, Spirit and Soul. A unique creation of yourself to enjoy!

All art supplies and refreshments for morning and afternoon tea provided. Tea and coffee will be available throughout the day.

Location: Womenspace, 11 Second Avenue, Sandgate 
Date: Saturday 9 April, 2016
Time: 8:45 am for a 9:00 start, with a 1 hour BYO lunch break.
Finish at 4:30 pm.
Cost: $20 per woman
Bookings: Available to all women, yet limited to six participants.



Let’s play and explore together! One-on-one sessions are available: www.womenspace.org.au


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


Hello my name is Liz Cowen. I am a holistic counsellor and art therapist. For the month of April I am offering a 40 dollar special per session, to 'WomenSpeak' subscribers.

If you are interested in exploring challenges in your life through a combination of talk therapy, body psychotherapy and art therapy techniques, please contact me and I would be happy to talk to you.
For more information, please go to the Womenspace website or contact me on my:
Mobile            0424 979 260
E-mail             liz.susan@hotmail.com




If you yearn to
•    Discover how to stay calm and fully present in your body, especially when the stakes are high.
•    Recognise your self worth and accept all of you even the bits you don’t like.
•    Develop the confidence to stand up and be seen and heard.
•    Heal the wounds around being a woman and being judged for not fitting in to a narrow mould of what you SHOULD look like.
•    Be recognised for who you are, not what you do or how you look.
•    Learn how to be sensual and comfortable with being sexy and attractive.
Please join us for a beautiful day women's day of awareness, discovery and joy.

Follow this link for more information and please contact Louise if you wish to discuss this more.

http://louisegeary.com/be-you-be-feminine-be-powerful/

Business Members


Janette Guiliano
eco eccentric

Janette Guiliano has a degree in Anthropology and a background in Advertising. I have a passion for culture, style and ethical living. My little gem of goodness, ‘eco eccentric’, is a reflection of this.
I have created a shopping experience where all of the clothing and homewares have a sustainable and ethical base. Available online : www.ecoeccentric.com.au
 
Shop 3 Sandgate Arcade
Cnr Brighton Road and
Second Avenue
Sandgate
0432 369 821


Monica Nebauer 
Healing Touch
Monica Nebauer RN, DipAppSc(NsgEd), BAppSc(Nsg), MPhil, PhD, ACNA, HTCP

Monica has extensive experience in teaching in health care settings and Universities, particularly in the areas of spirituality, complementary therapies, aged care, and palliative care.  She has practiced and taught energy healing for over 25 years. Monica is a qualified Healing Touch Practitioner and Instructor with Healing Touch Program in the USA and is a Charter Member of the Healing Touch Professional Association and International Representative on the Healing Touch Program Ethics Committee in the USA.

Arana Hills 
Phone | 07 3851 1664


Deborah Hill
The Drakontas Connection

Deborah Hill is an Intuitive Healer and Sound Healer. 
  • Reiki/Seichim Master/Teacher
  • Karuna Ki
  • Shamanic Healing and Journeying
  • Aura Soma Light Beamer Pen Therapy
  • Sound Healing
  • Soundbaths
  • Voicebaths
  • Crystal Healing and Gridding
  • Chakra Clearing
  • Guided meditation
  • Lightbody Activation and Chakra Clearing with Selenite Swords of Light
  • Teach how to play Tibetan / Himalayan Singing Bowls

E: debcec1960@gmail.com
M: +61 (0) 438 788 026
Fb: The Drakontas Connection – https://m.facebook.com/TheDrakontasConnection2016/
ABN: 39265669146

Liz Cowen
Holistic Counselling

Hello, my name is Liz. 
 I am a holistic counsellor.  I offer a combination of talk therapy, body psychotherapy and art therapies to assist my clients navigate and face challenges in their life.
I have a special interest in helping women to find clarity, direction and insight into their lives and this assists in improving self-esteem and reduces stress levels.


Liz Cowen
Phone- 0424 979 260
Email- liz.susan@hotmail.com
 


Ludmila Doneman
Edgeware Creative Entrepreneurship
Ludmila is the co-director of Edgeware Creative Entrepreneurship, an innovative business training and coaching company for startup and established business owners, sole traders, entrepreneurs and community organisations that provides ‘just in time’ training, hands-on tools, and ongoing support to plan, start, effectively manage and grow businesses, community organisations and enterprises.



PO Box 3, Sandgate, Qld 4017
Australia
Mobile | 0434 357 862
Phone | 07 3108 6077
Email | ludmila@edgeware.com.au
Website | www.edgeware.com.au


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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