Roller Derby – Low Cost Fun!

We had quite an experience last weekend!  We were to go to a friend’s house for dinner, but one of the guests found out about Roller Derby!  Her partner is a huge fan so we decided to move the location of our dinner to the Convention Centre where the Roller Derby was being held.  The fun part of this adventure was that we were giving the “Roller Derby Fan” a surprise, so they set off, assuming that they were heading to dinner, but instead drove south to the convention centre.

There were so many people there;  we were, to say the least, totally surprised!  People of all ages were there!  They catered to those new to the sport by holding a Roller Derby 101 session before the “race” (I’m not sure if that’s what they call it), so we understood the rules, then they were off and racing.  These are seriously fit and resilient women who participate in this sport and it was quite exciting to watch.

Who knew these events happened in Brisbane?   Look around you and see what events are happening in your local area, the ticket to this event was just $16.50, so not free but certainly affordable and a whole lot of fun!

Have a fabulous week!

Adele Blair

www.greenappleorganising.com.au

* Picture from Fox Studios

Note from Michelle – Another wonderful idea.  Surprises for friends and family members are really a wonderful treat and there are loads of things you can do for minimal cost or for free.  You can post your tips to the Secret Stash and go in to the monthly draw for a Personal Budget Organiser valued at over $50!

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Dam Picnic – Week 12

Hi everyone

Sorry I didn’t get an adventure to you last week, but I had to do an “emergency-dash” to Sydney as my Father was unwell.  However, last weekend we did have a bit of fun!

On Saturday, we decided to take a drive out to Wivenhoe Dam, I don’t know about you, but I’ve never seen the dam full and nor had I explored that area – we packed some snacks and off we headed, it was a glorious day!  When we finally reached the Dam I was amazed at how big it actually was, when we lasted visited, some 7 years ago, the Dam was simply a puddle way in the distance – what a fabulous site to see it almost full.  The park grounds were so lovely and green with so many people doing the same as us and taking the time to explore the area and enjoy the dam with fishing etc.

As I had been away and super busy at work for a few weeks and I felt I had been neglecting my gal-pals, so I decided to do something about it.  We arranged to meet up on Sunday morning and go for a nice long walk along the river – it was the morning of the pea-souper here in Brisbane – but that didn’t deter us, although it was quite steamy.  How lovely to take a long walk (exercise?) and chat to friends about what is happening in their life.  There is nothing as good as a good natter with friends to relieve some stress in your life.  Of course, afterwards there was the obligatory coffee (not free but affordable).

Why not take a drive to somewhere you haven’t been before, get from behind the TV or computer and get out there.  Also make the time to catch up with friends, it is so important.  Taking a walk (as we did) and chatting is a great way to grab a bit of exercise whilst you are at it!

Have a fabulous week!

Adele Blair

www.greenappleorganising.com.au

Note from Michelle House – walking is wonderful exercise and it’s free!  When you’re renewing or considering a gym membership remember to consider walking as your exercise.  Get a walking group together to keep you motivated.

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Clem 7 – Week 10

With all the fuss about the Clem7 tunnel, I thought I would check this out as my Free Fun Adventure this weekend, a small one, but still ……… I live on the south side of Brisbane and quite often have to travel to the northern suburbs to visit clients so this tunnel could be a huge benefit to my business, a time saving benefit. Even though it was Sunday afternoon the traffic was quite slow but even then it took just 15 minutes to get through, so pretty happy about that. After we drove through the tunnel we went to visit a display home …. for no real reason other than I love looking at new homes and I am in the market for a new kitchen so am seeking some inspiration from new homes. So why don’t you go for a drive to somewhere you haven’t been before, or visit something to give you inspiration for whatever project or goal you are trying to achieve.

Have a super week!

Adele Blair

www.greenappleorganising.com.au