I heard the fire siren from my home  around 7.30 – 8am on Thursday morning, 28 April.  By the time I dropped off my children at school, the word had spread that there was a huge fire at the IGA building.
As the day wore on, more information had spread that the fire had started at the Woodford Laudromat, the second fire this year.  The first fire had started from some towels from the Woodford Massage Shop that had been put in the dryer and …

Tim Wease, a well known business man in Woodford, has received recognition from LJ Hooker, for his 15 years contribution to the company.
Woodford locals all know Tim Wease as a man with a sharp mind and good business skills.  Tim has resided in Woodford for many years and he is always on the look out for a new business venture in Woodford.  He owned the DVD store in Woodford, which was next to LJ Hookers, but had to close it down as he could not compete with the internet that …

The good news is Rassmussen Road to Neurum Creek Bush Retreat has been fixed by the two Councils Moreton Bay Regional Council and Somerset Regional Council, to an extent that is now drivable with or without a 4×4.  So it is back to business for the great camping spot that we all love.  As I drove out to the camp grounds, after checking out the new roads, I saw a young couple with their tiny car jammed packed with all their camping gear.  So life is once again back to …

LJ Hooker and Gold Real Estate have closed the doors of their adjoining businesses.  LJ Hooker closed the DVD Rental Shop.  Tim Weiss, the owner, made the decision as rivalry from internet rentals and free TV, brought business to a standstill.  Tim’s intention is to renovate and modernize LJ Hooker and, as he expands, increase his staff.  He has just hired a new Property and Sales Manager.
Woodford will miss the DVD Shop.  It was the perfect place to go when it was raining or …

 
Angela Morgan set up the Creating Health Well Being Centre about four or five years ago.  She practiced Bowen Therapy and Massage.  When the house behind her little shop became available she decided to join them both together to create more comfort and a bigger centre. 
 Helen Sattler then approached Angela offering her services, which entailed the Raindrop Technique.  This technique involves energetic body balancing where essential oils are dropped along the spine and feathered out.  As the essential oils are a 100% this produces synergy energy which removes blockages and pain.  After the pampering treatment you will …

Owner Angela Morgan of Creating Health re-opens her original clinic with a bit of luxury. After 5 years of practicing Bowen and Theta work, she has expanded her practice into a bigger premisis, but now is offering the residents of Woodford, a little luxury.
“We have given the little cottage a whole new facelift”, says Morgan, “We added that girly pampering touch, to give our clients, not only treatments to create better health, but to also give them the ‘experience’ of being at a luxurious pamper”
New practitioner, Helen Sattler, who performs …

Nick Comino better known as Elvis Parsley  moved to the back of his building where he has more than just fruit to sell.  Nick’s old shop has been renovated and Jackson Builders moved in.  Nick moved out and into the back of the shop where you can see his fresh lettuce and spinach growing cant get fresher than that.  The sign up Welcomes us to Elvis Parsley’s Grapeland.
Nick has put vegie beds in which are made by Kiss product which is a local business too.
Nick says he is semi retired …

Woodford DVD & Lollie Shoppe
Open 11am – 7pm Monday – Sunday
Great Movie Selection, all the latest releases plus all of your classic favourites!
The prices are great!

$5.00 Friday for all New Releases. (Normally $6.50.)
$3.00 for 3 Night movies
$2.00 for all Weekly movies or
7 weekly’s for $10.00

Come in & see our other specials! Free membership.
PLUS a huge selection of:

Yummy lollies,treats & softdrinks from our Lolly Shop!
Freddo Frogs $2.00 assorted chocolate Lollie Bags.
Assorted sweet Lollie Bags from $2.50 – $5.50
Individual Lollies from 5 cents each- Make up your own Bag!!
Chips, Popcorn, Lolly Pops, Bubble-gum …

John from Mack’s Mowers in Archer street Woodford arranged a huge mower package for the new Woolworths to giveaway and today they presented the lucky winner with this fantastic prize. Alyce Barling simply had to spend over $50 and scan her everyday rewards card at the checkout, and now she is the happy recipient of $4,500 worth of mowing gear.
John was pleased to be approached by Woolworths and to be given the opportunity to be the supplier of the goods for the Woolworths opening competition.  John said that his business has improved since the opening of Woolworths.  Locals …

LJ Hooker Woodford was established by the Wease family nearly 20 years ago. When Kerry retired from Real Estate in 1998, his middle son Tim purchased the business and continues to run it to this day.

LJ Hooker has been actively involved in the Woodford Community for a combined total of over 50 years and is involved with many of the local clubs forming long lasting friendships along the way.

LJ Hooker Woodford are proudly dedicated community members looking to promote Woodford both now and into the future. Our experienced Sales & Property Management …

Off the beaten track is beautiful spot called Uluramaya

It all started when Jeffery and Barry Black’s father started Blacks Retravision in Caboolture with his brothers.  His two sons followed in his footsteps and started their business in 1946 in Woodford where it has remained to this day.  The first shop was situated where Mike Streets Auto parts is now.  From there they moved where Mac’s Mowers are.  Since 1989 the store has been next to the ANZ bank on Archer Street.   Being in Woodford for so long they are very well established.  They are not only a retail store …

Studio for Hair,Studio for hair, the latest addition to the hairdressers in Woodford.

We all should learn CPR and first aid just incase.
Ann Wood is an accredited first aid trainer delivering:

Apply First Aid incorporating CPR
CPR Refresher
Training for anaphylaxis management
Low Voltage Rescue 

Professions that need this training:

Rural Fire Brigade
Teachers, teacher aides
Nurses
Support workers
Fitness instructors
Volunteers
Community service workers

Ann has visited the Somerset regio,n including Woodford and surrounding areas, since 1986.  Mums, dads, grandparents and anyone interested in helping out in the community can aso benefit from these lessons. There is no age barrier ot learn this valuable skill. 
First Aid and CPR refresher courses can be conducted at your work …