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Published and distributed within Brisbane's western suburbs since 1994. We also have news stands at the Night Owl, Enoggera, Cnr.

The Western Echo is a monthly independently owned community news magazine, available online and in A4 full gloss print form - distributed across the Western suburbs of Brisbane. The Western Echo is distributed as a free community newspaper at the beginning of each month to Ashgrove, St Johns Wood, Dorrington, The Gap, parts of Alderley, Bardon, Gaythorne, Enoggera, Mitchelton, Keperra and Red Hill

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15,700 copies published and distributed each month. Wardell Street & Samford Road Enoggera; Great Western Super Centre Management Keperra, Cnr Settlement and Samford Roads; Jonty Bush MP Cooper Electorate Office Ashgrove; The Gap Ward Office - Cr. Steven Toomey - West Ashgrove; Red Hill Post Office, Enoggera Terrace, Red Hill; Stewart Road News Ashgrove; The Gap Village Shopping Centre, Australia Post The Gap, The Friendly Grocer cnr Illowra Street and Waterworkd Road The Gap.

16/10/2025

Last chance to book a spot for the Lovely Leafy Locals Community Workshop tomorrow!

When: 10am - 1pm, Saturday 18 October
Where: Balaangala Garden, 98 Yoorala St, The Gap QLD 4061

To book, email: [email protected]
Balaangala Community Group

15/10/2025

Loud Shirt Day is tomorrow!!

Join in Hear and Say's annual fundraiser, where groups, businesses, and individuals break out their loudest shirts on Friday 17 October (or any day in October that suits) to help raise funds.

Sign up for free at www.loudshirtday.org - every dollar raised helps kids with hearing loss!

Hear and Say

14/10/2025

Today's your last chance to submit your November edition editorial content and ads!

Please send everything to Melanie: [email protected]

13/10/2025

Free coffee all day today!! ☕ (during opening hours)

Head to Birdie Coffee, located by the Ashgrove Golf Club course, anytime today for a free coffee courtesy of PB Premium Lawns.

12/10/2025

With our feedback survey closing end of this month, grab the chance to WIN a gourmet gift hamper while you can! 🎁

It only takes a minute and you can choose to answer completely anonymously if prefered. Any feedback is extremely appreciated, as it helps us know what our community likes to read about and keep everyone happy and engaged.

Thanks! - Mel & Kym
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/twecho

11/10/2025

'It's Debatable' - Next Gen, Now Gen

We are introducing a new column this month, to gain and share young people's perspectives from our community. Leonard Cavallaro, a year 11 student at Kelvin Grove State College, has generously volunteered to be our guest writer!

'It’s truly quite ironic that in our quest to never be bored, we risk creating genuinely boring lives. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve lived my whole life with this technology, and I won’t be trading it away anytime soon. But what if it’s robbing us of something essential?'

Read further on the blog: https://westernecho.com.au/its-debatable-boredom/

10/10/2025

The Gap Creative Open Studios Weekend starts today! 🎨
The 8 studios will be open from 10am to 3pm, 11 & 12 October.

Visit the studios for free, featuring 15 artists, to explore and appreciate their wonderful works!
- Peek behind the scenes at working studios
- Chat with local artists about their inspirations and techniques
- Buy one-of-a-kind art directly from the maker
- Enjoy a self-guided tour through one of Brisbane’s most scenic suburbs
- Support the local arts community and discover hidden creative gems

https://thegapcreative.com.au/events/
The Gap Creative Inc.

09/10/2025

Head to The Gap Village today to support Roar for Wellbeing, hosted by Ashgrove/The Gap Lions Club.
Chat with representatives from local organisations that support mental health and learn more ways to encourage mental wellbeing, from 10am to 3pm outside Coles.

08/10/2025

Free entry Family Movie Night is in 2 days! 🍿
Head to St Peter Chanel Primary School on October 11th to enjoy Despicable Me 4 with many food options available.

⏰When: 4:30 - 7:30pm Saturday, 11 October (movie starts at 5:30pm)
📍Where: St Peter Chanel Primary School, The Gap (school oval)

https://www.facebook.com/events/754349947507457

07/10/2025

The Gap Creative Open Studios event is this Weekend!
📅 10am - 3pm, 11 & 12 October

8 studios, featuring 15 artists, will be open to anyone to explore and appreciate the works - with a diverse range of amazing talents throughout.

There's also a new 2025 Art Trail this year - collect the QR codes at each location to win some cool art! Collect all 15 letters, then re-arrange them to make a sentence and submit the answer by email to [email protected]

https://thegapcreative.com.au/events/
The Gap Creative Inc.

06/10/2025

Book tickets now for the Oscar Romero Community Social Justice Awards Night!

The evening is dedicated to highlighting the extraordinary achievements of many, in celebration of storytelling, resilience, and solidarity. Come along and experience the artwork of Romero's Passion for Art group, enjoy cultural performances by the Romero community, savour authentic Palestinian food, and check out the community market stall. Anyone is welcome to attend!

When: Saturday, 25 October, 6.00pm
Where: Hanly Room - Francis Rush Centre. 277 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane City

Book tickets online at:
https://romero-centre.supporterhub.net.au/events/awardsnight2025?source=edm

05/10/2025

Hello everyone! Reminder that the deadline to book your November edition ad or send your editorial submission to us is the 15th of October.

For all ad and editorial bookings or inquiries, please reach out to Melanie. You can contact her via email at [email protected] or call 0409 440 501.

Thank you from Mel & Kym!! 😊

Address

PO Box 669
The Gap, QLD
4061

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61409440501

Website

http://www.westernecho.com.au/

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Published and distributed within Brisbane's western suburbs since 1994, The Western Echo is distributed as a free community newspaper on the first weekend of each month to Ashgrove, St Johns Wood, Dorrington, The Gap, parts of Alderley, Bardon, Gaythorne, Enoggera, Keperra and Red Hill. 15,700 copies published and distributed each month. We also have news stands at Enoggera Newsagency, Cnr. Wardell Street & Samford Road Enoggera; Great Western Super Centre Management Keperra, Cnr Settlement and Samford Roads; Kate Jones Electorate Office Ashgrove; The Gap Ward Office - Cr. Geraldine Knapp - West Ashgrove; Red Hill Fish & Chips, Enoggera Terrace, Red Hill; Stewart Road News Ashgrove;The Gap Village Shopping Centre.