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URBAN SOUNDS WRAP UP  l  The young and young-at-heart converged on KGUV for the inaugural Urban Sounds music festival on Saturday 1 August.

The blue skies drew in a great crowd to the free Kids’ Zone at Kulgun Park where children were entertained with a range of performances and activities including Barb Fordham and her band, Do-Re-Mi music workshops, and Crayola colouring-in stations.

The bands at the main stage also livened up McCaskie Park with a bevy of tunes, with Red Bull and Nutrient Water keeping the crowd hydrated and energized with their giveaways.

Watch this space for upcoming events and activities planned for the Village.

VILLAGE MARKETS  l  The popular Saturday Village Markets are keeping locals pleased and well-stocked with a range of fresh produce, seafood, baked goods and much more.

Market extraordinaire, Peter Hackworth has seen a number of her supporters follow her to KGUV from the West End Markets where her contract ended earlier this year.

Don’t miss out on the Swiss cheese maker from the Sunshine Coast hinterland, amazing organic vegetables and mouth watering cupcakes – to name a few – at the KGUV Village Markets every Saturday from 6am to 1pm on Blamey Street.

For more information or stall enquiries please visit the KGUV website.

VILLAGE ADDITIONS  l  KGUV is continuing its dynamic growth with a range of new retailers opening shop in the Village.  Late July saw the opening of Nando’s with crowds pouring out onto Musk Avenue and Carraway Street. This outstanding success is expected to continue with the exciting announcement that Pizza Capers will be moving next door to Nando’s in November. The Village Centre will also be home to the luxurious Bossy Hair salon opening in mid-October.

Blamey Street currently has two new tenants fitting out their premises including Axiom Estate Agents and new community hub, The Exchange, created by Communify QLD.

'X' will mark the spot where members of the community can come together to engage in exciting new programs and classes, surf the net at the Internet cafe, and make use of a range of support services. Contact Tanya on (07) 3510 2700 for more details about The Exchange. For more information about general leasing visit the KGUV website.

THE GARDEN OF EDEN  l  Vintage Property Group’s Edenview Apartments in KGUV have seen great interest with over 10 apartments already sold and a number of expressions of interest received.

The development located in Robinson Place overlooking Grey Gums Park is less than 100m from the Village centre and boasts views out to the surrounding mountain ranges. Edenview Apartments are comprised of 65 one bedroom plus study, two bedroom and three bedroom apartments with a focus on sustainability, natural light and ventilation, and will be finished with stone bench tops, European stainless steel appliances, polished tiled floors and reverse cycle ducted air conditioning.

Vintage Property Group believes property in the Village is ideal for both owner occupiers and investors. This exciting project sales display is located on Blamey Street.   For further information please contact Laura Tomasel on (07) 3850 0900 or visit the Vintage Property Group website.

THE ACTING BUG  l  From the team that brought us ‘Statespeare’ at the Roundhouse Theatre in May comes the most exciting acting program offered to primary and secondary students these September holidays.

Over five days from 21 - 25 September, secondary students will be lead through a wide range of acting workshops including Shakespeare, Musical Theatre, Improvisation, Group Devised Theatre, Auditions and will work toward a Showcase presentation at the conclusion of the five days.

During the second week of the holidays from 28 September - 1 October, primary students have the chance to learn about Musical Theatre, Script Work and Theatresports and will rehearse and perform an original mini-production created over the four action-packed days. To book phone La Boite Theatre Company on (07) 3007 8600 or visit the website for more information.

IT'S KIDS PLAY  l  Tiny tots to young children from Brisbane’s inner northern suburbs can now experience interactive play equipment at Kelvin Grove Urban Village.

A new playground for 2 to 5 year olds has been established in Grey Gums Park and new equipment for 5 to 12 year olds installed at McCaskie Park.

The brand new playground in Grey Gums Park brought to life the award-winning ‘Maemuki’ sculptures of local designers Wesley Dennis and Gav Stevenson. The park also includes roofed play decks, a double swing, several springers, a whizzer, slide, and a wide range of interactive and accessible elements to encourage physical, dramatic and intellectual play.

For more information about activities in the Village visit the KGUV website.

QUT ON SHOW  l  If you would like to find out more about a particular course, talk to staff one-on-one, or see the facilities you will be using as a QUT student, come along to QUT on Show. Regardless of the level of study you are interested in, QUT on Show offers you the chance to explore your study options.

There will be individual faculty programs including seminars and tours of facilities, as well as general information sessions for school-leavers, parents, and for those considering postgraduate study.

When: Tuesday 29 September 6pm-9pm
Where: Creative Industries Precinct, The Glasshouse: Building Z2, Level 4, Kelvin Grove campus

To view the full program for QUT on Show, visit the QUT on Show web page.

WE NEED BLOOD DONORS  l  Help keep blood stocks out of the red by becoming a regular blood donor.

The winter cold and flu season affected stock levels as many of Australia’s regular blood donors are were not well enough to give blood, putting pressure on the nation’s blood supply.

26,000 donations are still needed each and every week to treat people suffering from illnesses such as cancer, and heart disease.

In the Year of Blood Donor…do something special and become one.

Almost anyone aged 16-70 can give blood. It takes less than an hour and can save up to three lives. Find out more on the Red Cross website or call 13 14 95.

SUPPORT EDUCATION AND GROWTH  l  Kelvin Grove State College requires homestay families for their International Student Program. International students come for a period of three months to three years. If you are interested please call Helen Duncan on 0402 973 585 for further information.

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