Sue Manton

Little Haven Book Sale : The Senior Citizens Centre – Mellor Street, Gympie BOOKS BOOKS and More Books at our Monster Book Sale  Little Haven volunteers have been busily sorting through thousands of books generously donated by the local community for Gympie’s BIGGEST ANNUAL SECOND HAND BOOKSALE. The Little Haven Monster Book Sale raises much

The Little Haven ‘Pop Up’ Shop Location: 123 Mary Street, Gympie Little Haven Shop Opens Monday 16 April to Sat May 5th   M-F 8.30am to 4.30pm Sat 8.30am – 12 .30pm Q) What do you call a Group of Owls???? A) A Parliament …… and also a very generous donation to our next pop up

Springtime At Springhalls 741 Shadbolt Road Cedar Pocket Saturday 13th September 1.30 – 5.30pm A fun afternoon with delicious food, music, games on the lawn, raffles, auctions and a most fashionable hat competition! Delicious High Tea style menu served to you Licensed Bar Relax and listen to the music of  wafting across  the beautifully manicured gardens

The Combined Rotary Clubs of Gympie and Cooloola  invite you to the St Patrick’s Day Craic Saturday 17th March 2012 Gympie Civic Centre, Mellor Street, Gympie 4570 6.30pm to late Entertainment by Brian Doyle – 6 time Australian Comedian of The Year Link out: Click here    and music by Gympie’s own Celtic Boyos. 3 Course

Event Name: National Volunteers WeekLocation: Australia wideStarts Monday 14 May 2012 and ends Sunday 20 May 2012Description: Theme \” Every One Counts\”

Join in this Christmas Celebration brought to you by Little Haven Cooloola/Sunshine Coast Palliative Care Inc. –  An Indulgence of Fine Art, Craft, Collectables & Gourmet “A CHRISTMAS AFFAIR” AN INDULGENCE OF  FINE ART, CRAFT, COLLECTABLES & GOURMET  9- 4 pm & 6.30 – 10pm FRIDAY  Nov 30th and  9 – 4 Saturday 1st DECEMBER

Event Name: Monster Garage SaleLocation: 101A Stumm Roda, Southside GympieStarts Saturday 3 March 2012 at 8:00am and ends Sunday 4 March 2012 at 2:00pmDescription: Come and grab a bargain at our Little Haven Monster Garage Sale…. Furniture, Plants, Jams, Cooking, Books , Clothes and More all going out at bargain prices. Donation of goods for

Event Name: Volunteer TrainingLocation: Little Haven CentreStarts Friday 3 February 2012 at 10:00am and ends Friday 3 February 2012 at 3:30pmLink out: Click hereDescription: Many individuals contribute to the Little Haven Team and volunteers play an important role. Patient care volunteers work closely with our staff to offer respite care at home for families. Training

And so as the year draws to a close a huge thank you to all our beautiful staff who have had a very busy year juggling an enormous workload and doing it with their usual grace and good humour. Thank you to every one of our committee and volunteers who give so generously of their

A Christmas Affair Friday-Saturday 2-3 December, 2011   9am – 4pm Civic Centre, Mellor Street, Gympie A Christmas Affair  is a new and exciting fundraising venture for Little Haven.   Stalls Stalls Stalls offering Great christmas Gift Shopping Incorporating an extensive array of  Fine Art, Craft, Collectables and Gourmet this will  definitely be an indulgence

Glam up and get swept up in Melbourne Cup Fever! Little Haven’s  Melbourne Cup Luncheon and Camel Races The Pavilion Atrium, Gympie Race Track Tuesday 1 November 2011 at 11:00am Your best seat in the house to view Gympie’s famous Melbourne Cup Day  CAMEL RACES…………………..     Who’d be anywhere else! Melbourne Cup Tickets $40 Includes $10 race track entry

Event Name: Seven A Side Cricket CarnivalLocation: Gympie Cricket Fields, One Mile OvalStarts Sunday 30 October 2011 at 8:00am and ends Sunday 30 October 2011Description: Gympie Cricket Association will host Seven A Side Cricket Carnival with funds raised going to Little Haven. Day will include BBQ, Bar and raffles. To register your interest phone Russell

Event Name: Lady Mayoress\’s Gold Rush ConcertLocation: The Gympie Civic CentreStarts Thursday 13 October 2011 at 7:00pm and ends Thursday 13 October 2011Link out: Click hereDescription: Tickets $15 / $12 Available from Foxy Lady Mary St Gympie

Event Name: Little Haven AGMLocation: 14 Henry Street, GympieStarts Wednesday 14 September 2011 at 18:30:00 and ends Wednesday 14 September 2011Description: Drinks and Nibbles from 6.30pm Meeting Commencing at 7.00 pm Followed by Supper RSVP 9th September 2011 By Phone 5482 9091

Volunteers Orientation Day Little Haven Centre, 14 Henry Street Gympie Friday 3rd February 10am – 3pm On Friday, 3rd February 2012 Little Haven will host an Orientation Day for new volunteers from 10 am to 3 pm. Many individuals contribute to the Little Haven Team and volunteers play an important role. Patient care volunteers work

The Surface Hill Uniting Church Hall Saturday 30 July 2011 at 12:00 Enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, Beautiful homemade soup, Crusty bread and dessert for just $10head. Easy listening music by Ken Beck. Bookings through little Haven Office 5482 9091

Gympie Pines Golf Club Wednesday 25 May 2011 at 6:00pm Link out: Click here News Flash! Great way to Celebrate Queenslands tilt for a six straight win in THE STATE OF ORIGIN At The Gympie Golf Club Wednesday 25th May 6pm with New Song Release If you love Rugby League State Of Origin You’ll love

Event Name: National Palliative Care Week 2011Location: Australia Wide CelbrationStarts Sunday 22 May 2011 and ends Saturday 28 May 2011Link out: Click hereDescription: Death is an experience we will all go through, and it is important that we have thought about the end stage of our lives, talked about it with our loved ones, and

We live in a society that doesn’t like to talk about dying, let alone plan for the care it would like to receive at the end of life, and we know that one of the greatest barriers to receiving quality care at the end of life is a lack of knowledge and preparation. We are

Photo’s taken at The Photo Booth from the Royal Wedding are now available for download. Sorry for the inconvenience. Just click on the photo to see full size then right click on the photo you want and click save as ….. and save to wherever you wish on your own computer. More Photos on the

Where: The Senior Citizens Hall, Mellor Street, Gympie When: Saturday 18 June 2011 8am to 15.30pm and Sunday 19 June 9am to 2pm. Little Haven volunteers have been busily sorting through thousands of books generously donated by the local community for Gympie’s BIGGEST ANNUAL SECOND HAND BOOKSALE. The Little Haven Monster Book Sale is on

The annual Little Haven Memorial Service provides a chance to reflect on the memory of loved ones and for us to pay tribute to the 140 patients we have cared for and lost over the past year. All family, friends and relatives are invited to join the Little Haven staff and volunteers at this peaceful,

Katie’s Hens Night Billy’s Hotel, Mary Street, Gympie Friday 15 April 2011 at 7pm to 10pm Entry by Pre booked Ticket $20 Incl. Arrival Cocktail & Canapes LIVE Entertainment Purchase at Billy’s NJ Case & Assoc Or Leeanne on 54825544

Event Name: 2011 Heart of Gold International Film Festival Launch Location: the Gympie Civic CentreStarts Thursday 17 February 2011 at 6:00pm and ends Thursday 17 February 2011 at 8:00pmLink out: Click hereDescription: We would like to invite you and your colleagues to attend the Festival launch on February 17 at the Gympie Civic Centre starting

It is quite natural to be afraid about palliative care. It conjures up images of a death sentence and the use of morphine to make patients stuporosed until they die. Palliative care deals with death and is therefore always stuck with this myth and misunderstanding about what it is. Palliative care is not just about

Event Name: Volunteer TrainingLocation: Little Haven Centre, 14 Henry StreetStarts Friday 8 April 2011 at 10:00:00 and ends Friday 8 April 2011Description: Orientation for all new or refresher for existing volunteers. Our values, mission and areas of interest for volunteers. Bring a plate for the shared lunch.

Location: Gympie Civic Centre Thursday 17 March 2011 to  Sunday 20 March 2011 Link out: Click here The Heart of Gold International Film Festival combines the genuine warmth and hospitality of a country town with Local and International films that are entertaining, thought-provoking and express a positive view of the world and humanity. Little Haven

The Little Haven staff and committee thank the Gympie community for your fantastic support throughout 2010 including our 100+  wonderful volunteers. Together we are making a real difference to those in our area during their darkest hours by providing compassionate care and living support. Your generosity has ensured this care has been available to 121

Location: 123 Mary Street, Gympie Monday 22 November 2010 to  Saturday to   11 December 2010 Little Haven marketeers are running a shop of treasures. Plants, craft, Books, clothing, homemade cakes & preserves. If we don’t have it – it’s not worth having. Don’t miss your opportunity to bag a bargain – Or if you feel

LITTLE Haven Palliative Care’s Sue Manton has won the Regional Service category at the Queensland Regional Achievement and Community Awards held at the Leichhardt Hotel, Rockhampton on Saturday night. The awards recognise groups, business and communities who play a vital role in enhancing the social or economic sustainability in areas such as environment and Landcare initiatives,

Little Haven Cooloola and Sunshine Coast Palliative Care  business manager Sue Manton has been named one of three finalists for the Regional Service Award in this years Regional Achievement and Community Awards which has a prize of $2500. The nomination notes that through Sue’s efforts the centre continues to provide a vital community service by improving end

The Royal Wedding Viewing & Gala Reception Gympie Civic Centre – Mellor Street Gympie Friday 29 April 2011 from 6.30pm If you’re like the Duchess of York and been snubbed from the royal wedding guest list – we have the perfect alternative for you. Your exclusive invitation to Gympie Celebrations of the Royal Wedding of

264 Shadbolt Rd, Mothar Mountain Saturday 18 th December 2010 at 9am Auctioneers Tom Grady and Graham Engerman have volunteered their services to hold this machinery & furniture no reserve auction with all proceeds to go to Little Haven Palliative Care. Bob Matthews (the organiser) can be contacted for collections on 5483 5042 or 0418

The JW Petersen Christmas Cantata “Joy to the World” by The Kathy Hood Singers at the Surface Hill Uniting Church on Sunday 5th December, 2010. Afternoon Session 2pm Cantata,  Bring & Buy Christmas Stall and Afternoon Tea. Evening Session at 7pm Cantata Only. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear The Kathy Hood Singers’ beautiful voices

This community is unique in it’s consistent and growing support & knowledge of palliative care.  Phyl Littles visionary views on appropriate end of life care were seeded in this community 30 years ago with the commencement of Cancer Care & Counsel.  Articles Phyl  wrote in the Gympie Times 3 decades ago reflect current thinking on

Golf & Giggle Charity Women’s Golf Day Gympie Pines Golf Club Friday 8 October 2010 a Link out: Click here Hit and giggle & serious comp 9 hole ambrose Teams of 3 players Drinks Buggy Loads of Prizes Enter your business TODAY www.leetompkinsadvertising.com.au We have SOOOOO many treats for you at our inaugural golf and

Event Name: Qld Cancer Council – Relay for Life Location: Gympie Soccer Club – One Mile Oval Starts Saturday 9 October 2010 and ends Sunday 10 October 2010 Link out: Click here Description: Cancer Council’s Relay For Life is more than just a fundraiser. It is an opportunity to get together with your community and

Event Name: “Dress to Impress” Fashion Extravaganza Location: The Orchid Room, Gympie RSL Starts Saturday 9 October 2010 at 18:30 and ends Saturday 9 October 2010 Description: Highlighting fashions from various local fashion shops in a dazzling catwalk display. Full bar, finger foods, raffles, DJ & dancing. Jewellery displays and opportunities to buy on the