Brendale Evening VIEW Club

Engaging with the Community Through Local Radio

It was once again a grateful moment when our members were invited by Sandii to local radio station Redcliffe Bridge FM 99.7 to speak about the Smith family Winter Appeal and to also give an update of upcoming events.

Photo of our Members who took part in this worthwhile event.

Spirits were high at the beginning of June when our Club held its annual fashion parade at the Aspley Hornets Football Club in Carseldine.

Members enjoyed a delicious morning tea and an exciting cent auction while watching fellow members showcase a variety of on-trend clothing. But best of all, every garment purchased contributed a percentage of proceeds directly to the Brendale's nine Learning for Life sponsored students.

As we approach the halfway month of 2026 our Club has reached out to the local community through many Fundraising events; community radio, local media platforms and the Arana Hills Senior Expo Thrive Over 55 has been a remarkably successful period of community engagement.

At this inspiring event it was an opportunity to meet up with local Moreton Bay Division 9 Councillor Cath Tonks. A big thankyou to Cath and her team for the Brendale VIEW Club monthly newsletter. 

Every month the our Club invites along a Guest Speaker to either inform or entertain the members. May was no exception with an informative and power point display by Angelina Briscoe from Wendy Wu.

At the May dinner meeting the Members excelled themselves as they bought along so many items to be sold at the Bring and Buy Table. The proceeds from this fundraiser all going towards our nine Learning for Life sponsored students.

As the temperature drops, the Brendale Evening VIEW Club is turning up the heat on local fundraising. With this in mind, Brendale Evening VIEW supports The Smith Family’s Winter Appeal aim to raise almost $8 million by the end of June 2026 to support students experiencing disadvantage by providing access to proven out-of-school educational programs. Members Jane, Fran and Agatha unite to combat Child poverty.

Our members take an opportunity to reach out to the local community with their smiling faces and sizzling sausages. All hands were on deck to make this first Sausage Sizzle of the year a fundraiser record.

We thank Brendale Bunnings Team member Karen for her support on the day. In reconition of Brendale Bunnings ongoing support the President Suzanne W. presented Karen with a Certificate of Appreciation. 

As Easter approaches and the days and nights begin to cool, our members hopped into a fun-filled evening of food, friendship, and festivities at the March dinner meeting. The night featured raffles brimming with chocolate eggs, bunny baskets, and treat-filled bags, alongside a guest speaker who shared valuable insights on downsizing.

In the spirit of Saint Patrick's Day, members also wore something green, creating a lively mix of bunny ears and leprechauns. 

At the March dinner meeting we were thrilled to welcome new member, Susan.

Photo Left to Right Guest speaker Caroline Campbell View Delegate Officer Shayne and new member Susan.

The members of our Club are a bonded group of like-minded women sharing a common goal and vision to make a difference in their community. We are connected by the common purpose to improve the lives of Australian students experiencing disadvantage by supporting their education.

February was a very special month for our Members as they partied in their black, white and bling to celebrate our Club's 27th Birthday. The room was decked out with tables dressed in black and white, along with balloons and a birthday banner, which gave an atmosphere of what was to come.

Two of our members Trish R. and Lynn T. were given the honour to be the hostesses to welcome in all the members coming along to a night of fun. 

At the 27th Birthday Celebrations it was great to catch up with three of our long-standing Members   All three members have a combined number of 83 years service.

Their volunteer service is a credit to them all.  Your valued support for VIEW and The Smith Family is outstanding. Thankyou Ladies.  

Photograph L-R: Julia; Terri; and Lyn.

Among those who attended the Brendale Evening VIEW Club Birthday event were the new Zone Councillor Karen C, and National Councillor Irene K.

Outgoing National Councillor Lyall A. congratulated and introduced Karen and Irene to the members.

Photograph left to right Karen C, Irene K with President Suzanne W.

In the early part of February one of the Members, Kris, travelled to Tamworth for the Golden Guitar Awards Festival.

Kris decided to make this event one to remember by wearing her purple VIEW hat everywhere to promote VIEW and also to keep the sun off. 

It was on one of her many walks down town that she came across a busker duo, Lucy and Sharron who go by the name of, Diamonds and Rust. Lucy and Sharron gave Kris a chance to show-off her guitar skills.

Accompanying photo of Kris with Diamonds and Rust.

As the year is slowly coming toward the festive season the Committee members took time out to enjoy an early Christmas get together at Portabella Restaurant Albany to give a big farewell to Maragret H. as she makes a new life interstate. Margaret has been a great contributor to our Committee as Newsletter writer and assisting other Committee members.

With 2025 almost coming to an end the Committee members of Brendale VIEW are already mapping out the coming new year. 

The members of the Brendale VIEW turned up for the Spring dinner meeting in their bright coloured frocks and flower adorned hats to celebrate the new season. Spring is a time for new beginnings and so with this in mind during the meeting President, Suzanne welcomed and presented a new member Sue S. with a New Member Information Pack.

Our executive committee gave a very warm welcome to five new members at an organised morning tea at one of the committee members home's. This morning tea was an opportunity for the new members Sue S., Susan W., Vickie S., Jenny P., and Kerry L., to meet the Committee Members, the National Councillor for our region Lyall A and Zone Councillor Judy D.

This was also a chance for Lyall and Judy to answer any questions regarding VIEW and the Smith Family to the new members. 

The sun was shinning for the many members of our Club as they came along to the Strathpine Park for a social day out.

Members bought along a plate to share to add to their tea and coffee, and as the morning warmed up it was time for the games. The Bean bag Toss was a tie with Helen Z. and Helen H. in one team and Suzanne W. It was then time for the thong throw, and the ladies tried their hardest to beat the other, however it was decided that Christine V. was the winner.

A fun day had by all.