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OPAL Campbelltown
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25.01.2022 Welcome back to school families and hope you've all had a fantastic and refreshing break! Are you in need for some healthy lunchbox ideas now school is back?? Look no further then this OPAL picture guide for some great ideas on how to quickly build a healthy yet appealing lunchbox!! Click on the following link to download the guide;... http://www.campbelltown.sa.gov.au//Opal_HealthyLunchBox_LR
24.01.2022 Looking for something to do on Sunday...
23.01.2022 A great way to #cyclethesuburbs is along the Linear Trail. If you dont own a bike, book-a-bike from Lochiel Park Golf Course. Its free and there are kids and adult bikes. A great ride to start is the Active Family Loop from the Golf Course. Follow the pink signs and enjoy the pleasant surrounds!
23.01.2022 Here's a piccie of my first go at a veggie patch, under the careful watch of ossie scare ostrich. I was inspired by the great work of Campbelltown Local Food Projects By just by having a go I'm learning heaps about edible gardening and getting a lot of satisfaction from simply seeing the garden change each day. Anyone other edible garden beginners having a go this year?
23.01.2022 We love the Campbelltown Community Orchard! #campbelltownPlacesandFaces
22.01.2022 We asked a select group of Campbelltown residents why they cycle the suburbs for a short film we'll launch this afternoon. No expense was spared to recruit local talent :P.
22.01.2022 Vlad loves to cycle the suburbs to see friends and go to the local shops on his 3 wheel bike. Here he is at the recent Campbelltown City Council (SA) Aysgarth Ave Park BBQ. Check out his bike carrier - what a great way to transport your groceries on shopping day.
22.01.2022 Turn the sound up then press play and youll hear to the joyful screams of Ivy learning to ride with her brother Joey. The quiet road they are practising on is near Lochiel Park Golf Course, on the other side of the footbridge. Youll just notice she is learning to glide on her bike without training wheels. With practise and encouragement, kids become great at using their legs to glide (we like to say WOOSH) to get enough speed that helps with balance. Thanks Keith Lai for the great footage.
22.01.2022 What are you owl doing tonight? Why not make the most of the beautiful weather and head outdoors to the Moonlight Markets @ Thorndon Park? If were lucky we might even get another blazing red Adelaide sky. Itll be a hoot!
22.01.2022 Life is about to look even brighter outside at Morialta Conservation Park - can't wait!
21.01.2022 A Giant OPAL THANK YOU to all everyone who attended our final neighbourhood bbq for the season which was also the celebration of 5 years of OPAL in Campbelltown! It was a fantastic night of celebrations, games, tree climbing, getting to know the neighbours and chowing down on some delicious healthy burgers cooked by the fantastic Lions clubs of Athelstone and Rostrevor! We could not achieve anything without the support of our amazing community. To ALL of the community mem...bers we have worked with over the course of the last 5 years, our gratitude goes out to you all for helping children and families in Campbelltown to eat well and be active! #CampbelltownPlacesandFaces #CampbelltownHistory #CampbelltownSA
21.01.2022 Coming soon, information on cycling the suburbs of Campbelltown. Not just a website, Gavs happy to provide some handy tips. Email [email protected] or phone 8366 9272.
20.01.2022 There are many reasons why Campbelltown residents of all ages like to cycle the suburbs. Jemima's reason is our favourite! Press play to check it out. Thank-you to Campbelltown City Council (SA) residents Ilona Schultz, Erica Rose Vidinis, Sue Irvine, Vanessa Bastiaans and their family and friends for being involved. There is lots to be proud of in the Campbelltown community and we hope this film encourages you to be part of it onya bike!!
20.01.2022 Coming soon, information on cycling the suburbs of Campbelltown. Not just a website, Gav's happy to provide some handy tips. Email [email protected] or phone 8366 9272.
20.01.2022 We love seeing Campbelltown children and families enjoying the natural beauty of Dennis Morrisey Park #CampbelltownPlacesandFaces
19.01.2022 Throwback Thursday showcasing another great Campbelltown Community leader Jasmine Milbanks!! Jasmine is the director of Campbelltown Preschool and (along with her dedicated staff) is always willing to go beyond the call of duty in her mission to support Campbelltown children's wellbeing and learning! If its true that it takes a village to raise a child and a key to success is working together; OPAL thanks and acknowledges Jasmine for leading the way with compassion, positive energy, commitment and good humour, and being the poster girl for the front cover of our OPAL achievements booklet : ) #CampbelltownPlacesandFaces #CampbelltownHistory #CampbelltownSA
19.01.2022 There are many reasons children like to ride their bike. Take a look at this video to hear why some children ride their bike and to hear what prevents others from riding more.
18.01.2022 Spring into Action at The ARC Campbelltown with a 12 month Membership and The ARC will waive the joining fee and give you 4 weeks for FREE! To join visit www.campbelltown.sa.gov.au/arc/join. Offer ends 12 November 2017. Terms and conditions apply.Terms and conditions apply.
17.01.2022 Wow, its been a gr8 5 years but it's time for Shaun & me to pull up stumps. It's been a tough job leading by example; mucking around in creeks with kids, testing local cycling routes and assessing drinking fountains in Campbelltown's magnificent parks and public places. Do you believe me? TX 4 great support from kids, families, sporting clubs, local businesses and schools and more!. Special thanks to Tracy Johnstone and her team, Shaun Li, Jessica Grove, Campbelltown C...ity Council (SA) staff and elected members and OPAL head office for all your support. The OPAL Campbelltown Facebook page will continue so stay tuned.
17.01.2022 Yesterday at lunch I parked @Third Creek Trail and walked to the shops at K-Mart. Avoiding the hectic Shopping Centre car park and enjoying a 5 minute walk instead was a great break to my work day. Remember when you Think Feet First - part-way is ok and is a great way to avoid traffic at shopping centres and schools. How do you #thinkfeetfirst in Campbelltown City Council (SA)?
16.01.2022 Come and experience the newly developed Nature Play Trail along Fourth Creek at Campbelltown City Council (SA)'s community launch event. Activities include loose parts play, exploring the new play elements including sound drums and hidden animals, take-home plant/veggies to plant, nature scavenger hunt and more. Learn about the benefits of outdoor play and exploration on a guided tour of the new trail at 1.30pm and 2.30pm. The celebration includes a free BBQ and a coffee van ...with coffee available for purchase. For more information call Rachel, Community Development Officer, on 8366 9272 or [email protected].
16.01.2022 Life is about to look even brighter outside at Morialta Conservation Park - cant wait!
16.01.2022 There are many reasons why Campbelltown residents of all ages like to cycle the suburbs. Jemimas reason is our favourite! Press play to check it out. Thank-you to Campbelltown City Council (SA) residents Ilona Schultz, Erica Rose Vidinis, Sue Irvine, Vanessa Bastiaans and their family and friends for being involved. There is lots to be proud of in the Campbelltown community and we hope this film encourages you to be part of it onya bike!!
16.01.2022 Opal Campbelltowns progress on healthy catering continues! We love working with our local community, because we are just so fortunate to collaborate with some wonderful lovely locals. Our student volunteer @ashleemartin has been working with iconic caterers sandy and vic itropico catering on developing healthy catering packages for council and community!... Here is a photo of ashlee with sandi and vic in their kitchen in fron of what i guess wed call a floating kitchen itropico island : )
16.01.2022 Nice paddock to plate activity at Paradise Primary School
14.01.2022 Welcome back to school families and hope youve all had a fantastic and refreshing break! Are you in need for some healthy lunchbox ideas now school is back?? Look no further then this OPAL picture guide for some great ideas on how to quickly build a healthy yet appealing lunchbox!! Click on the following link to download the guide;... http://www.campbelltown.sa.gov.au//Opal_HealthyLunchBox_LR
12.01.2022 We asked a select group of Campbelltown residents why they cycle the suburbs for a short film well launch this afternoon. No expense was spared to recruit local talent :P.
11.01.2022 Thanks to Charles Campbell College for sharing this pic! Fruit Crew had another bountiful harvest the other week with around 60kg of Pears picked that was utilised in Charles Campbell's Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program. It's great to see how our harvested pears are helping us 'pear' up with other programs, howzat for collaboration!
11.01.2022 My favourite learn to ride spots in Campbelltown are Magill Uni Car Park on a Sunday, where I taught my own kids to ride, and the quiet road next to the footbridge@ Lochiel Park Golf Course. Tell us your favourite Learn to ride spot in Campbelltown? Even better, send a photo to #cyclingthesuburbs Press play to see Keith Lai son at Lochiel Park . The Lai family originally borrowed bikes from the Golf Course to help get started then purchased their own. Recent holiday event was a playground tour along the Linear Park trail. Life certainly looks brighter outside for the Lai family.
10.01.2022 What are you 'owl doing tonight? Why not make the most of the beautiful weather and head outdoors to the Moonlight Markets @ Thorndon Park? If we're lucky we might even get another blazing red Adelaide sky. It'll be a hoot!
10.01.2022 Have you thought about cycling the suburbs instead of using the car but not sure how to get started? 'Cycle instead - A guide for new and rusty riders' is now available for Campbelltown City Council (SA) residents at Council reception or email [email protected] to be posted a copy.
09.01.2022 Just saw this nifty little invention on fellow Campbelltown staff member, Sarah's desk! For those who want to add a little flavour to Water. The Original Cool drink, a few strawberries and a bit of a mint will give it a deeelicious kick. Other combinations you can try include apple and cinnamon, or a even a small wedge of lime and mint. Just make sure your combinations aren't sugary or highly acidic!
08.01.2022 Hi Parents. Looking for some outdoor fun for you and your children?? Then join in the fun and help celebrate World Environment Day at NatureFest 2017! When: Sunday 4 June 1pm-3 pm... Where: Dennis Morrissey Park (near Four Paws Dog Park & 4th Creek) Bring spare clothes and be prepared to get covered in nature and have some fun!
08.01.2022 Press play for a great example of using car park space for learn to ride. This is Ava (proud Mum Marisa Gloss avoided the camera!) learning to ride with Ride-a-Bike Right on 2 wheels for the first time. Well done Ava
07.01.2022 Opal Campbelltown's progress on healthy catering continues! We love working with our local community, because we are just so fortunate to collaborate with some wonderful lovely locals. Our student volunteer @ashleemartin has been working with iconic caterers sandy and vic itropico catering on developing healthy catering packages for council and community!... Here is a photo of ashlee with sandi and vic in their kitchen in fron of what i guess we'd call a floating kitchen itropico island : )
07.01.2022 OPAL Campbelltown would like to introduce a third addition to the team; Gretel the Pug! Like all OPAL staff, Gretel is committed to helping our community to eat well and be active. Gretel's strengths lie in building sustainable partnerships with non-government sectors and brings a wealth of experience in integrating strength based approaches in preventative health to influence council policy and procedures #pugalaide #phodography #pugpolicy
06.01.2022 Turn the sound up then press play and you'll hear to the joyful screams of Ivy learning to ride with her brother Joey. The quiet road they are practising on is near Lochiel Park Golf Course, on the other side of the footbridge. You'll just notice she is learning to glide on her bike without training wheels. With practise and encouragement, kids become great at using their legs to glide (we like to say WOOSH) to get enough speed that helps with balance. Thank's Keith Lai for the great footage.
06.01.2022 Did you say or think 'schools must be back today' because of the increased car traffic on the road and around school sites? 20 years ago you would have noticed more children and young people cycling or walking to their first day back at school. One great way for families to return 'part way' to the good 'ol days is to park 5 minutes away from school sites then #thinkfeetfirst and step, cycle or scoot to school. Its a great way to connect with your children outdoors ... before the busy work and school day begins. Campbelltown has an ideal network of local roads, parks and trails near schools. Campbelltown City Council (SA) families, if you need help on where and how to get started in your #thinkfeetfirst routine call or email me (8366 9272 or [email protected]) and I'll also send you one of our #partwayisok stickers to put on your car bumper bar.
06.01.2022 Did you say or think schools must be back today because of the increased car traffic on the road and around school sites? 20 years ago you would have noticed more children and young people cycling or walking to their first day back at school. One great way for families to return part way to the good ol days is to park 5 minutes away from school sites then #thinkfeetfirst and step, cycle or scoot to school. Its a great way to connect with your children outdoors ... before the busy work and school day begins. Campbelltown has an ideal network of local roads, parks and trails near schools. Campbelltown City Council (SA) families, if you need help on where and how to get started in your #thinkfeetfirst routine call or email me (8366 9272 or [email protected]) and Ill also send you one of our #partwayisok stickers to put on your car bumper bar.
05.01.2022 Heres a piccie of my first go at a veggie patch, under the careful watch of ossie scare ostrich. I was inspired by the great work of Campbelltown Local Food Projects By just by having a go Im learning heaps about edible gardening and getting a lot of satisfaction from simply seeing the garden change each day. Anyone other edible garden beginners having a go this year?
05.01.2022 Onya Professor Peter Brukner for your SugarByHalf campaign to reduce sugar consumption. Did you know we have a number of clubs and schools in Campbelltown City Council (SA) who embrace sugar free junior sport? Remember Water. The Original Cool for children to thrive in sport!
04.01.2022 Wow, its been a gr8 5 years but its time for Shaun & me to pull up stumps. Its been a tough job leading by example; mucking around in creeks with kids, testing local cycling routes and assessing drinking fountains in Campbelltowns magnificent parks and public places. Do you believe me? TX 4 great support from kids, families, sporting clubs, local businesses and schools and more!. Special thanks to Tracy Johnstone and her team, Shaun Li, Jessica Grove, Campbelltown C...ity Council (SA) staff and elected members and OPAL head office for all your support. The OPAL Campbelltown Facebook page will continue so stay tuned.
04.01.2022 On Monday, OPAL held a gardening forum for preschool sites run by the very affable gardening expert; Paula Winen from Urban Sprout. It was a great night and a lot of knowledge was shared throughout the night. Hopefully to the point where some brown thumbs are slowly starting to turn Green! Thank you to Rostrevor Kindergarten for so graciously hosting and to the staff from @Athelstone preschool, @Paradise kindergarten, Thorndon Park Kindergarten Campbelltown Preschool, Magill Kindergarten for attending! Parents who have kids at these sites, keep an eye out for some flourishing garden beds in the near future!!
04.01.2022 Tracy Johnstone, Manager of Community Services and Social Development Campbelltown City Council (SA), is always prepared to advocate for health and wellbeing of the Campbelltown community and OPAL's key messages. In fact, we like to think OPAL has influenced her lifestyle choices! See photographic evidence of her active leisure at Lions Club of Rostrevor Black Hill Walk (hiding in the background in a vest), high heels Nature Play at Campbelltown Preschool, tree climbing i...n Thorndon Park and active travel, utilizing Council's electric bike to head out to a meeting : ) Thanks Tracy for being such a passionate and committed advocate for the Campbelltown community and OPAL! We hope you've enjoyed your variety of be active experiences!
03.01.2022 Fancy a ride to the The ARC Campbelltown Bike racks have been installed next to the main entrance to make it easy to get onya bike!
02.01.2022 Just saw this nifty little invention on fellow Campbelltown staff member, Sarahs desk! For those who want to add a little flavour to Water. The Original Cool drink, a few strawberries and a bit of a mint will give it a deeelicious kick. Other combinations you can try include apple and cinnamon, or a even a small wedge of lime and mint. Just make sure your combinations arent sugary or highly acidic!
02.01.2022 Campbelltown City Council (SA) residents, are you looking for the next great community event?? Well, look no further! Venture out and come and enjoy our March Meat and Greet on Wed 22 March 5:30-7:00 pm at Thorndon Park. Bookings are essential at www.neighbourhoodbbq.eventbrite.com.au It's all about connecting in the great outdoors and celebrating neighbour day along with 5 years of OPAL. There will be a free meal (vegetarian options available of course) and a guaranteed s...ense of welcome for all! BYO park BBQ cheer and spread the good word amongst your neighbours : )
01.01.2022 Our #cyclingthesuburbs stickers have arrived - designed to put on bike racks in the Campbelltown City Council (SA) area. The first person to share a photo of a Campbelltown Cycling The Suburbs branded bike rack wins a prize!
01.01.2022 Its great that Shaun Li, dedicated OPAL Project Officer and qualified dietitian, understands healthy lifestyle is more than eating well. You need to find time to be active as well. This might be taking it too far?
01.01.2022 A great way to #cyclethesuburbs is along the Linear Trail. If you don't own a bike, book-a-bike from Lochiel Park Golf Course. Its free and there are kids and adult bikes. A great ride to start is the Active Family Loop from the Golf Course. Follow the pink signs and enjoy the pleasant surrounds!
