Welcome to Cr Helen Abrahams Website
Helen is the Councillor for The Gabba Ward on Brisbane's inner southside. She is the Shadow Chairperson of Council's Environment and Sustainability Committee.
A former medical Doctor and Council Officer, Helen is committed to ensuring Brisbane grows sustainably, so that our grandchildren inherit a healthy, clean and green city .
Westfield Carindale Paid Parking Petition
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“New market for West End”
Scotty Russell and his friends are opening the twilight markets this Saturday at the corner of Boundary Street and Wilson Street, West End.
It is a traditional crafts and arts markets with a new look. Please feel free to come along to explore and enjoy this market.
St Ita's wins Golden Boot Award
On Friday 12 November, St Ita's Primary School was presented the Golden Boot Award by Cr Helen Abrahams as they had the most pupils travel to school by bus in October. Road Star was in attendance to congratulate the pupils and he was as popular as the prize of a free ticket to a film for every pupil.
The role of parents to encouraging their children to use active travel modes was recognised with Mr James Sowry receiving the Golden Boot. Congratulations everyone.
Teacher Mr Lionel Lyle and parents James Sowry and Maeve Canning with the golden boot. These three individuals have played an huge role in the success of the Active Travel Program at St Ita's.
Stacey Hall with Roadstar congratulate the students and school community
Buranda State School wins Active Travel School of the Year Award 2011
Mr Simon Vaseo Principal and Ms Carmel Newman from Buranda State School accepted the award on behalf of students and parents of Buranda State School who have embrace the program that encourages the whole school community to walk, cycle, scooter, bus or car pool to school. The counts are conducted every Walking Wheeling Wednesdays but the program seeks to have children actively travelling every day.
Congratulations Buranda State School it is a great acheive with the award being shared with St Kierans School, Brighton.
The winners with wide grins. if you wish to see more photos of the awards night click here
Launch of Stand Up Paddle Boards Adventure
I have great fun at the launch of the Stand Up Paddle Boards Adventure enterprise at RiverLife on Wednesday 9th November. What a shame I did not have the time to have a paddle. I have promised to give it a try in the near future.
Paddlers at Riverlife, Kangaroo Point
Walk for awareness
On Saturday 5th November, I was delighted to assist with funding for a Walk for Awareness event in Captain Burke Park, Kangaroo Point. Anne Lehmann and friends organised the day to draw attention to mental health issues especially in young men. it was a low key but very supportive day. The funds raised through this event were to go to Men In Construction an organisation to detect and assist people with mental heath problems in the construction industry.
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The walkers ready for stretch exercises before starting the walk
Two Wheels to Work
Saturday 5th November saw another local event organised by a passionate young woman and her friends. Angie Reeve and friends held a breakfast BBQ to encourage people to buddy a new cyclist onto their bikes. There were several events and CBD BUG members were there to offer advice and support.
If you are interested in buddy with an experienced rider to gain confidence to become a commuter cyclist, please let me know and I would be happy to link you with someone suitable.
The crowd enjoying talking about cycling and how to make it safer
Launch of Chasing Our History-Stories of Mowbraytown and East Brisbane
Justeen and Geraint Gregory's three year work of love to recreate the stories of people of East Brisbane came to fruition with the launch of their book Chasing Our History-Stories of Mowbraytown and East Brisbane.
Over 100 people attended the event at the Shafston Hotel. Members of the East Brisane Neighbourhood Watch were there to celebrate their support for this wonderful local history project.
Justeen and Geraint Gregory talking about their work at the launch
Members of East Brsibane Neighbourhood Watch celebrate at the Launch
Sno cones at Boggo Road Market
i did something i had never done before and gave away free sno cones at the new Boggo Road Markets. It was a hot day so the sno cones were in demand. The markets are great so if they are your local markets come and explore Peter Hackworth's new market venture in Bribane.
Angus Sutherland from Anna Blilgh's office helped me with my stall at the markets
What Makes an Auzzie?
The Acting Crazy Theatre Troupe's 2011 performance was held during Mental Health Week at the Sussex Street church hall. Each year the performance grows and improves and the troupe never fail to thoroughly entertain the audience. Micah, Reclink and Centacare all supported this event.
Most of the cast on the stage with tiddly lick frog. If you wish to see more photos click here
The Pocket Community Garden celebrated World Food Day
The garden, the events and the people made it a great day. Go to Ward Events for more photos
King of Coops Skate Gig , The Common, Cooparoo
Saturday 16 September saw the King of Coops Skate Event at the Common, Coorparoo.
Ben Ventruss organised the event which was partly funded by the LMSIF. There was a great atmosphere during the day as parents and friends watched skaters of all ages and skills enjoy the day.
The ramp was crowded
I am working with Council officers to increase the width of the existing half pipe as well as to increase the size of this skate facility.
Family Fun Day, Raymond Park
Bryon Porter and his friends wish to highlight the discrimination in our community to people with mental illness so he organised a Family Fun Day on Saturday 26th August in Raymond Park.
Lots of people stopped to ask about the day and the muscic was wonderful. This was a great initiative and I am impressed what one person can do when they make up their mind. The Gabba Ward's LMSIF assisted with hiring the stage and PA.
Open Minds, RecLink and Grow wer just some of the groups that participated to make it a great day.