Guest Sunny123 Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 We live in Albany Creek and both my kids go to Albany Hills. My kids really like the school and have made some really nice friends which helped them settle into the school. The staff are also really helpful. Both Albany Creek and Eatons Hill are really nice areas with lots of nice parks and cycle tracks. I don't think you can go wrong with either area. If you need to know anything else just ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 We live in Albany Creek and both my kids go to Albany Hills. My kids really like the school and have made some really nice friends which helped them settle into the school. The staff are also really helpful. Both Albany Creek and Eatons Hill are really nice areas with lots of nice parks and cycle tracks. I don't think you can go wrong with either area. If you need to know anything else just ask. Thanks for the info, looks like we have got a place in Bridgeman Downs so not far at all. Am hoping to get Jack into prep at Albany Hills or Albany Creek - is there much difference between the 2 of them? I had lovely email responses from both so will have a look round but wondered if one of them is better for some things than the other..... How old are your children? Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Well we got the Bridgeman Downs property so WILL have aircon!! Won't be moving for a little while though as we have to wait for our stuff to come over. Am looking forward to moving there and getting to meet people locally. Anyone on here know of any playgroups or clubs I can go to with the kids local to BD, AC or Eatons Hill? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish.01 Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Hi JaneMy husband will be doing the fly in fly out, but not in the mines, he's working for a company reparing roads and building new ones in remote areas. When he's not working away he will be based in the office in Brisbane, Eight Mile plains. I hoping that once the children are settled and Ive sorted out childcare that I'l be able to go back to work - need to for my own sanity I think! Hi Debbie, You've probably considered this but that would be quite a difficult commute for your husband, far north side to far south in peak traffic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sunny123 Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Hi Jane, my kids are 10 & 6yrs and we knew people who sent their kids to Albany Hills and when we went for a visit the staff were so friendly to the kids that it just felt right. The kids really made the decision in the end they didn't want to look at other schools and as it turns out they were right but I haven't heard anything bad about EH or AC. We lived in Bridgeman Downs for a while when we arrived before moving to AC it's a lovely area. I'm not sure about playgroups in the area but there are football clubs, gymnastics, swimming in the AC/EH area for younger kids. If you want to meet up let me. I know how it feels moving into a new area and trying to find your feet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loopylu Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 Hi Jane, my kids are 10 & 6yrs and we knew people who sent their kids to Albany Hills and when we went for a visit the staff were so friendly to the kids that it just felt right. The kids really made the decision in the end they didn't want to look at other schools and as it turns out they were right but I haven't heard anything bad about EH or AC. We lived in Bridgeman Downs for a while when we arrived before moving to AC it's a lovely area. I'm not sure about playgroups in the area but there are football clubs, gymnastics, swimming in the AC/EH area for younger kids. If you want to meet up let me. I know how it feels moving into a new area and trying to find your feet. Hi Sunny, Jane and Bel Why don't we arrange a meet up as we all seem to have similar aged kids and will be living in the same area? I'd be happy to have people over to ours in Eatons Hill for a BBQ or we could meet up in a park and have a BBQ there. Let me know what you think. Cheers Lucy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted October 30, 2011 Share Posted October 30, 2011 Hi Sunny, Jane and Bel Why don't we arrange a meet up as we all seem to have similar aged kids and will be living in the same area? I'd be happy to have people over to ours in Eatons Hill for a BBQ or we could meet up in a park and have a BBQ there. Let me know what you think. Cheers Lucy What a great idea, I'd definitely be keen on doing that. I don't mind coming to your place or going to a park, whatever suits everyone. I can do most days, morning or afternoon except Tuesday mornings at the moment. How about we organise something for next week? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loopylu Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Hi Jane I was thinking of meeting up on a weekend rather than in the week as I work full time in the city and my hubby works part time and has the childcare duties. However, if you want to meet up with Bel and Sunny during the week if is more convenient I won't be offended. Cheers Lucy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Sorry I misunderstood, we would be happy to meet at the weekend, would be lovely to meet everyone. You are a busy lady! Will also see if the other girls would like to meet during the week too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudi Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 . Which building is your husband working in on Eagle Street? I'm in Waterfront Place and from my desk on the 23rd floor have a great view over the river and out to Moreton and Stradbroke Islands! PM me if you want to arrange a meet up. Cheers Lucy My hubby is up on level 32 in the same building! Great view for Riverfire and the New Years fireworks!! Love Rudi x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sunny123 Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Hi Lucy, Jane, Bel, It would be good to meet up with everyone. I can meet up on an afternoon but it would be good to meet up on a weekend and have a BBQ. Next weekend is good for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loopylu Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Hi Sunny We can't do the weekend of 5 - 6 November as we are already fully booked. We are free though on the following weekend (12 - 13 November) so let's see if Bel and Jane can make that weekend. If all else fails, there is a meet up of the Brisbannites on Saturday 25 November at Moora Park, Shorncliffe which we could use to meet up with each other and other fellow Poms in Oz. Let me know what you all think. Lucy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 Hi Sunny We can't do the weekend of 5 - 6 November as we are already fully booked. We are free though on the following weekend (12 - 13 November) so let's see if Bel and Jane can make that weekend. If all else fails, there is a meet up of the Brisbannites on Saturday 25 November at Moora Park, Shorncliffe which we could use to meet up with each other and other fellow Poms in Oz. Let me know what you all think. Lucy Hi girls, how about Sunday 13th November? Shall we meet at a park? How about in the morning and can do a BBQ for lunch? Any park preferences or any other ideas? Looking forward to meeting you. We will also be at the Poms in Oz meet but it would be nice to meet beforehand. Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debbie13 Posted October 31, 2011 Author Share Posted October 31, 2011 [Hi guys Hope you all have a good time when you meet up. Don't forget me, Ill be out there just before or after the new year and would welcome people to show me the ropes and give me some advice on where to take the children. Enjoy the sunshine, its pouring down over here, for a change!!! :biggrin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted October 31, 2011 Share Posted October 31, 2011 [Hi guysHope you all have a good time when you meet up. Don't forget me, Ill be out there just before or after the new year and would welcome people to show me the ropes and give me some advice on where to take the children. Enjoy the sunshine, its pouring down over here, for a change!!! :biggrin: We won't forget you, you are the one that started all this off and got us in touch with each other!! Thank you! Look forward to meeting you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sunny123 Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 The morning of the 13th is good for me. Just name the place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 The morning of the 13th is good for me. Just name the place. So, can everyone do morning of 13th? Any ideas for a good location? We went to a good park the other day just can't remember the name at the minute but will have a think. Anyone else have any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loopylu Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Hi ladies I can't do Sunday mornings any weekend due to other commitments. :wacko: However, if you want to meet on the Sunday morning, we could catch up with you abit later for the BBQ lunch as we are free from about 12pm onwards. Let me know what you think. Cheers Lucy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted November 2, 2011 Share Posted November 2, 2011 Hi ladies I can't do Sunday mornings any weekend due to other commitments. :wacko: However, if you want to meet on the Sunday morning, we could catch up with you abit later for the BBQ lunch as we are free from about 12pm onwards. Let me know what you think. Cheers Lucy Hi there, how about we all meet a bit later so 11ish then, does that suit everyone? Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsb Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Hi all! We are committed most sunday mornings too but would be able to come along later in the morning, will check the calendar and get back to you, sounds like fun! Is this invite for the husbands/partners too? Bel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loopylu Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Well, I was planning on bringing my husband along.... Need someone to look after the kids/operate the BBQ while we all chat :jiggy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsb Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Well, I was planning on bringing my husband along.... Need someone to look after the kids/operate the BBQ while we all chat :jiggy: Hahaha! Of course! How silly of me! :laugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcatjane Posted November 3, 2011 Share Posted November 3, 2011 Well, I was planning on bringing my husband along.... Need someone to look after the kids/operate the BBQ while we all chat :jiggy: He he I like the way you think! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loopylu Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 Hi Ladies Where shall we meet? I was thinking that Frank Nichols Reserve on Lilley Road (opposite Beech Drive) in Cashmere would be good. I like this park as it has a couple of fun play areas for the kids (and adults if you are so inclined!) and also cricket nets as well as BBQs. We can bring cricket bats and balls along for the older children and adults. Let me know if this sounds OK. I'll PM my tel no to you all so that we can speak ahead of our meet up. Have a great weekend! Lucy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loopylu Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 My hubby is up on level 32 in the same building! Great view for Riverfire and the New Years fireworks!! Love Rudi x Hi Rudi I agree - we have been in a couple of times for Riverfire. Looking forward to a Guy Fawkes party tomorrow night with friends but will miss having a big fire and doing the fireworks ourselves. We will have a brazier and sparklers though... Who does your hubby work for? Cheers Lucy:biggrin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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