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Handball festival to set world record

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Haesley Cush (standing ) will be MCing at the event while Ivo Kornel will be the DJ. Photo by Imogen Frangou.

The Bouncing Back Handball Festival on May 26 could be the largest handball festival in the world. It’s possibly also the only Handball Festival in the world. This year, New Farm Neighbourhood Centre hopes to beat the previous festival’s record of 200 players at the free, fun, outdoor event at Brisbane Powerhouse. There will be competitions for younger kids and an open competition for big kids (and grownups who want to bring out their inner-kid). Registrations are open from 8:45am, players are encouraged to arrive on time to avoid missing out. For non-players there will be a jumping castle, art activities and the Rotary Club of New Farm will provide

a sausage sizzle. The Handball Festival is brought to life by a group of volunteers, community partners and Communify Queensland’s New Farm Neighbourhood Centre with financial support from Councillor Vicki Howard and Ray White New Farm. New Farm Neighbourhood Centre is a place to belong for many of New Farm’s locals. With activities ranging from playgroups to support groups, there’s something for everyone at the neighbourhood centre where there is also practical support for some of our community’s most vulnerable.

As former British Prime Minister Harold Wilson once observed, a week is a long time in politics. It’s an adage newly minted Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner might care to ponder as he contemplates the ten months that stretch between now and the next Brisbane City Council elections. It’s the time frame that outgoing LM Graham Quirk gifted him and one in which he can show the electorate if he stands for anything other than business-as-usual. He moved quickly to dump the contentious Mt Coot-tha zipline, showing that he can detect political poison when he sees it and within minutes of being elected, promised to build five new “green” bridges. We will see. Bridges are easy to promise but somewhat more difficult to deliver

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MELT 2019 We’re so excited to welcome MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture back to the wonderful Brisbane City Council Powerhouse, our premier venue for arts and culture. Now in its fifth year, this highly-anticipated event continues to grow, and in 2019 is bigger and better, welcoming local LGBTIQ+ artists as well as international and national stars to share their stories. With so much on offer it’s difficult to choose but my top picks would be: · Reuben Kaye – international superstar taking the world by storm with his rib-crackingly funny cabaret · MELT Comedy Gala – hosted by Rhys Nicholson this will become a stand-out annual event! · William Yang – an intimate conversation with this acclaimed social commentator and photographer · MELT Beauty Pageant – the ultimate show-stopper event of MELT · Dolly Diamond’s Blankety Blanks – those who remember the Australian classic will enjoy this naughty re-make.

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Elizabeth O’Connor Cowley is a visual artist with an entrepreneurial bent. Many will know Libby as the creator of much-loved Brisbane childrenswear brand Eeni Meeni Miiini Moh which launched in 2001 and grew to be stocked in 200+ boutiques and counted celebrity offspring among its many devotees. Eeni Meeni grew with family but 17 years later gave way to the seed of a new passion for accessories, something Libby (pictured) says she’s always loved. “With our boys well into their teenage years and out-gown the brand for a number of years now, I was in search of a new creative challenge,” says the designer. “Having always admired the impeccable craftsmanship of French/ Italian luxury brands it seemed natural for me to combine this zest with my creativity and love for making art, and develop my own accessories brand.” The new brand, Article, is described as artsy luxe. This plays out in a collection of mens and womens accessories featuring hints of Libby’s artwork but refined into a cohesive collection that is equally about form and function. “Before the design process began, I thought about all the things that needed to be addressed – the things that many other brands are seemingly ignoring,” says Libby. “Article needed to be truly unique and had to adhere to practicality,

adaptability, versatility and longevity to give value to our customers. “I need to easily locate my phone, my keys, my glasses, even my pen – rather than fumble around aimlessly in search of them when I reach into the depths of my bag.” Every detail is thought of, down to the custom-crafted matte black hardware. Lastly, the bags are customisable, which has moved on from being a trend to a necessity for innovative brands. Interchangeable wristlets, shoulder straps, adjustable crossbody straps and charms can be added to reflect your individuality, outfit and occasion. From babies to bags, Libby and husband Philip are a creative partnership to be reckoned with. Article picks up where Eeni Meeni Miini Moh left off, but has collected a lot of its customers. “We’re finding a lot of our loyal Eeni Meeni Miini Moh customers are Article customers as they love the aesthetic that we have adopted – it’s fantastic! “I guess because I was the designer for e3-M and now Article my DNA is infused in each brand.”

Plus with a variety of free events, there’s something for everyone! Brisbane is renowned as a friendly and inclusive city and I am extremely proud of our commitment to universal inclusion and our open support of the LGBTIQ+ community, including MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture. We encourage you to be part of this two week celebration of our wonderfully diverse queer communities! All the details at www.vickihoward.com/ MELT2019

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Catchment confirmed for new college

New Farm fete to grow Story & Image By Kate McGrath Burgess

New Farm State School will host its fete on June 16 and say plans are for it to be bigger than ever. Fete organiser Laura Watson (pictured with Harriet and Leo) said the fete was a great opportunity to appreciate the local businesses and the students. “The Fete is a really nice partnership,” Ms Watson said. “We focus on the lovely businesses in the area without having to go outside of the local area. “It is quite a tight knit community; you do get a chance to meet a lot of people.” Stalls at the fete include rides, entertainment, second-hand goods, sweets, coffee and homemade cakes. “We’re doing the biggest cake stall that we’ve ever done. “We’re having three classes combined to make it one giant cake stall so hopefully that means we’ll have more cakes than we’ve ever had before. “Everyone always likes to buy the cakes.”

Students are also nvolved in both the organisation and running of stalls. “They get involved by designing the signs and decorations. “We also involve them right back in the planning stages with official and unofficial surveys on what they liked the most and what they would like to see happen again. “Last year, we had a lot of the Grades 5 and 6 working on stalls all days and they really loved the experience.” Some of the sponsors for the event include Ray White New Farm, Living Here and Flight Centre all donating major prices for the raffles. “We also have a lot of parent companies, such as restaurants, gyms, wellness-related businesses, beauticians, breweries and a gin bar so it’s really cool to prioritise them and showcase their particular things.” For sponsorship and donation information: nfssfete@gmail.com or the school office on 3358 7333.

Families are now able to lodge formal expressions of interest (EOI) for enrolments at the Inner City North State Secondary College, for the school’s foundation year seven class in 2020, with the catchment plan released. Education minister and McConnel MP Grace Grace said the catchment area was developed using a negotiated catchment boundary that has been informed by using equidistant boundary principles but of not splitting residential streets. “After consulting with the local community late last year, the Department of Education has finalized the catchment for the new college, providing much anticipated certainty for local families,” Ms Grace said. “It’s fantastic to achieve this milestone, which will allow us to open enrolments for the first cohort of Year 7 students, so they are ready to start school in term one, 2020.”

Preliminary expressions of interest for enrolments attracted more than 250 EOIs, said principal Sharon Barker. More information on the EOI for student enrolment is available on the Building Future Schools website. Alternatively, parents and carers can contact ICNSSC enrolments officer Brian Sullivan to request a copy of the EOI form on 0436 802 065 or bsull87@eq.edu.au.

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Meet the principal

St James goes on show

New Fortitude Valley school principal Sharon Barker is prepared for a round of quizzing from prospective parents and students. In fact, she and member for McConnel Grace Grace MP have extended an open invitation to all community members keen to learn more about the provisionally-named Inner City North State Secondary College to come along to a meet the principal event on June 1. “This is a great opportunity to learn about the progress of the school and to meet principal Sharon Barker and her staff who will be opening the school in 2020,” said Ms Grace who is also the Queensland Minister for Education. The event is set to be a friendly meet-and-greet featuring Ms Barker and key school staff members. “We’ll also have representatives from QUT and Hutchinson Builders, as well as volunteers from the Tenerife Lions preparing a sausage sizzle,” Ms Barker said.

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The event runs June 1, 11am-1pm at the Holy Trinity church grounds.

As a local school with a global cohort, St James College sees its diversity as its strength. They’re prepared to showcase their proud traditions of inclusivity and excellence during their upcoming open day on May 17. Principal Ann Rebgetz is new to St James, but brings a wealth of experience to the college and is excited to show the world what the school has to offer. She encouraged prospective parents and interested community members to pop in and see the school in action. “It’s a very vibrant place in terms of its learning,” says Ms Rebgetz. “It’s purposeful, it’s focused and it will allow your son or daughter to make friendships with the world, which will stand them in good stead forever in their future pathways.” Assistant Principal Kristina Dolejs says the event will be interactive and will give prospective parents a

Principal Ann Rebgetz and Assistant Principal Kristina Dolejs prepare for Open Day with a collection of excited students.

deep insight into a day in the life of St James College, with tours led by current students. “It’s a chance to showcase the cultural, academic, and vocational opportunities offered by the school,” said Ms Dolejs. Ms Rebgetz said the students spoke from the heart about their love for St James at previous school events and she’s confident they’ll impress on Open Day. “People can come along and hear the students themselves tell you why St James is a great educational institution.” Both school leaders have been impressed by the school’s culture and

the opportunities it offers its students. “The staff at St James are very supportive; we don’t have a very high staff turnover, it seems once someone starts here, they definitely want to stay,” said Ms Dolejs. “Not only is our location convenient, it gives us the ability to tap into growth industries, to help our students acquire the skills they’ll need in the modern workforce.” The St James College Open Day is on May 17, 10am-1pm. Contact Maria or Naomi on 3230 8600 or visit stjames.jointheadventure.online.

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Staff inspired to stay sustainable By Steph Maker Fresh from Altos Tequila’s agave fields in Guadalajara, Mexico, five members of the Brunswick Hotel team have returned to New Farm inspired to continue their businesses sustainably. The Mexican adventure came about after the Brunswick Hotel was recognised at a national level for their massive effort towards sustainability in a competition held by the distillery. As well as learning about Altos’s sustainable practices on site, the recognition included the award of a $2000 grant, which the team have used to further green initiatives in their beer garden. “The competition has been a great way for our entire team to achieve things that many would not have expected from a venue like ours and to see the excitement around

Top: Jackie Schougaard, Venue Manager Right: Brunswick Hotel staff fresh from their Mexican adventure: Cassie Neal, Caitlin Brown, Lynley Storer, Maddy van der Hoeven.

the hotel at being recognised for that is such a proud moment” said Venue Manager Jackie Schougaard. The team used the grant to install a beehive for native stingless bees and plant more herbs and produce to be used in drinks and meals. “A big part of what we do with our sustainability and our menu is to use as much in-season product as possible, for food mileage and it’s just nice to cook in an old-school way.” Ms Schougaard said the green environment creates a great atmosphere at the venue. “Two of our customers have just bought in plants, because they’re excited, so it’s opening it up to a more community feel,” she said.

“Some ladies who play Mahjong on Thursday loved the plants, so they cut off some of their plants and gave them to us as well.” The sense of community is key to the Hotel’s appeal, and Ms Schougaard was presented with the Pride of Workmanship award by the Rotary Club of New Farm in October last year. Ms Schougaard said she was “blown away” by the honour. “I see the people coming in from the Rotary, and they’re coming in as volunteers in their own time because they really care about the community. “So, for me, being someone they looked to as a person who was deserving of an award like this - it was very nice.”

Simon George celebrated the big 60 with wife Prue, sister Renee and good mate Jim Watson at the New Farm Deli.

The winners of the community social bowls event, Crack a Jack shield, which is proudly sponsored by My Village News was the Big Lawn Bowlski team of Lindsay Hall, Dean Hannah and Daily Thomas.

You’re invited to a community BBQ Meet the Principal Sharon Barker and her two Deputy Principals of the new State High School being built in Fortitude Valley: WHEN: Saturday 1st June 2019, 11am - 1pm WHERE: Holy Trinity Church Hall grounds, Brookes St & Church St, Fortitude Valley WHAT: Community BBQ hosted by Teneriffe Lions

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Dave Murray, legend!

With an injection of funds from the Lord Mayor’s Global Entrepreneur Program, Newstead business Vald Performance is set to further their position as a global leader in human performance monitoring. Vald Performance brings laboratory- grade equipment and analysis to the sports field for some of the biggest teams and research institutes in the world and an extra $5000 will help them stay local, says director of marketing Michael Eggleton. Brisbane City Council chief digital officer Cat Matson said the grant program assisted entrepreneurs to grow their businesses beyond Brisbane’s boundaries. “Vald will use the grant funds to establish a media room to enable more skype meetings overseas and interstate – something they say will

I feel truly compelled to say that while I know he’d be embarrassed by any fanfare, huge thanks to Dave Murray, Keeper of Kangaroo Point, on behalf of all of our community, known or unknown, who have benefited, and continue to do so, from his care for our ‘burb for well over 40 years. Truly priceless. Kangaroo Point would not be today what we all know and love without the many years of Dave’s tireless and outstanding effort keeping our tin and timber character and heritage alive. Dave Murray is a legend, heritage architect from Walmsley St who, with Joy Lamb, has worked tirelessly as the keeper of Kangaroo Point. A quiet force fighting endless battles to save and preserve what we love, from a relentless assault from Council and its developer partners. There have been disappointments, but the many successes are what we know, love, and enjoy as Kangaroo

help to keep their business here in Brisbane,” Ms Matson said. Mr Eggleton said “one of the hardest challenges has been getting physically in front of clients as 80 per cent of our clients are located outside Australia”. “While we do have small offices in the UK and USA, setting up a dedicated videoconferencing room will allow us to quickly get in front of more clients in far more locations and still give a full presentation and demonstration of our products, which is essential.” Mr Eggleton says Brisbane is prime territory for start-up businesses. “You can become a global leader in a competitive market – without leaving Brisbane,” he says.

Point today. It would be a far different place if not for the many years of Dave’s significant effort. Dave’s one of those people that it’s an honour to meet and share time with. I came to Kangaroo Point in 1977, 42+ years ago, and in those early days I went to a meeting of the Kangaroo Point Residents at St Mary’s. Dave and Joy Lamb were there, looking out for us, the residents, what’s important to us and what we truly care for in this community. Thank you, thank you, very well done. - RUSSELL, KANGAROO POINT

No to HSW ferry terminal I’ve read an article of Cr Vicki Howard suggesting a ferry terminal for Howard Smith Wharves. Please! There’s a riverside ferry terminal which is about 10 minutes’ walk from HSW!! Also if the council is going ahead of the ferry terminal for HSW, it will ruin the looks of HSW and turning it into Circular Quay #2. I suggest we get a vote first before the council makes disastrous results for HSW. - PETER CREMIN

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Inside the Valley fire station

Firefighter Greg Henderson, front and centre, with his team mates from Kemp Place Fire Station.

Story & Image by Steph Maker Driving into the Valley from the south through the underpass and past the Ivory Street park, a perplexing phrase comes into view: “The more I think about it, the bigger it gets”. Inner-city locals are likely to feel that way about the Valley fire station on the hill, especially the stairs to nowhere. This month My Village News had the opportunity to step inside the station and unravel some of its mysteries. The team inside the mammoth building present as competent and composed as you’d expect from a team of specialists trained to handle worst-case scenarios. On entry and after introductions, firefighter Greg Henderson systematically describes a day in the life at Kemp Place. He explains the regular kit inspection routines and dutifully rolls

up the doors of the truck to point out a plethora of hoses and equipment. He says the high-rises and labyrinthine streets of the area are an important consideration in the management of inner-city emergencies, and the team at Kemp Place are secure in their ability to handle whatever is thrown at them. Interestingly, while many locals might use phone apps to navigate around town, the firies at Kemp go old-school, using a paper street directory.

“We know the area pretty well,” said Mr Henderson with quiet confidence. “We know the one-way streets and sometimes there’s a bit of secret knowledge that Google Maps doesn’t quite understand too.” However, he says this knowledge is backed up by a quick check of an app from time to time. For apartment-dweller, he’s got a few pieces of advice - “Keep looking while you’re cooking,” among them. He also encourages folks to stay

vigilant when using candles or incense. A lot has changed since the station opened in 1964, including upgrades from a two-milliondollar makeover in 2001, but the camaraderie inside remains a constant. Ben Edgeworth has been with the service for twelve years, and speaks highly of his teammates. “As soon as it’s go-time, we all switch straight on.” Mr Henderson concurs, “We’ve got a really good crew here.” And the stairs? Mr Henderson describes the hose tower. “We dry our hoses on it,” he says. “We used it today for the highrise pack drills, we use it for fitness occasionally. “Last week in the gym we did some sessions on the rower, and then up seven flights of stairs on the hose tower. “It’s a great view. “You can see all over the city.”

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PAUL NEWBURY LABOR FOR BRISBANE

Living in Bardon with my wife Zoe and our children, and as a renewable energy specialist, I know that at the next election we have a clear choice. Only Labor and I will: Deliver over $11 million for our local schools Restore the $14.3 million cut to the Royal Brisbane and Womens Hospital Transition to 50% renewable energy by 2030 Build Cross River Rail We need a local representative who has the energy and vision to stand up for our local community.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why I will fight to restore the LNPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unfair cuts to our local schools and hospitals, and support real investment in renewable energy. To do this I need your support. Yours sincerley

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ELECTION - May 18

Man Up

This issue we are featuring three candidates for the Federal seat of Brisbane.

Could you go commando to help win the fight against prostate cancer? The team at ManUp! for Prostate Cancer have issued the invitation to channel William Wallace at their Brave Up gala fundraising event on June 9 in the grand ballroom at the Brisbane Tattersall’s Club. Hitch up your kilt for an evening of fine dining and give prostate cancer some much-needed air time. The event features a three-course dinner, Queensland wines and the Barbershop brilliance of the Soul Cutz singers. There’s also the chance to win fabulous prizes, all in the name of making a difference to the lives of men with prostate cancer.

For a political discussion meatier than your average democracy sausage, head down to Politics in the Pub at the Powerhouse. The event is free, and community members from all points of the political spectrum are encouraged to attend to be a part of a robust discussion on the issues important to the seat of Brisbane in the lead up to the federal election. Hosted by ABC Brisbane’s Rebecca Levingston, Politics in the Pub follows a Q&A format, and starts at 6pm on May 7. Search Facebook for Politics in the Pub to find out more about Communify Queensland’s event, proudly supported by My Village News and the New Farm Neighbourhood Centre.

For more information on the event contact Jill Costello on 0423 849 129.

Responsibility for election comment is accepted by M Hawke 1/888 Brunswick st New Farm or editor@ myvillagenews.com.au

ANDREW BARTLETT - THE GREENS I was born in Brisbane in the 1960s and have lived, worked and studied here ever since then. I currently own and run a small business with my partner in Fortitude Valley. I represented Queensland in the Senate with the Australian Democrats party for eleven years and recently served as a Senator again with the Greens. When I returned to the Senate after ten years away, it was obvious how much worse politics had become. So, I decided to leave my job in the Senate to focus on winning the seat of Brisbane. Our community needs a chance for different representation. If we keep voting for the same political parties, they will keep behaving the same way. The Greens recently won a seat in the state Parliament for the first time,

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Andrew Bartlett

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showing it’s possible to win Brisbane - already the Queensland Greens’ strongest federal seat. Many of the problems from ten years ago have become worse, and we’re running out of time to fix them. We need a national anti-corruption commission and to get big money out of politics. Policies should be based on what’s in the interests of the community, not donors. As a social worker, high school teacher and senator, I’ve seen the damage done by governments getting priorities wrong when people are excluded from having a say over issues that affect them. I’ve also seen the great things that happen when people come together to make positive changes for their communities. I support strong action on climate change, secure properly paid jobs, affordable quality health and education, and a social security system that keeps people out of poverty. I will also promote bringing dental under Medicare, more local green spaces, ending poorly planned overdevelopment and better funding for cycling, pedestrian and public transport.

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PAUL NEWBURY - THE ALP As Labor’s candidate for the seat of Brisbane, Paul Newbury’s vision for the nation speaks to long term inclusive prosperity for the whole of Australia. After a career within the electricity industry, Paul completed his PhD in renewable energy, and has recently made the transition into the world of politics. “I haven’t come from the traditional path,” said Mr Newbury. Paul’s years in industry and academia have taken him to UQ, Oxford, Cambridge, and INSEAD in France (“it’s the Harvard Business School of Europe, at least that’s how they market themselves”). However, he says he doesn’t consider himself an academic. “Nobody calls me doctor,” he said. He says he confines the honorific to the professional and tertiary setting. Paul is a 50-year-old father of four and believes the contest for the seat

of Brisbane will be “a genuine battle of ideas”. He believes the people of Brisbane are seeking “intellectually honest” politicians who’ll deliver “evidencebased policy”. He’s a keen sportsman, with interests in rugby league and union, baseball, and hockey, but says his main game is AFL; he backs the Brisbane Lions. He’s thrown on a guernsey for Queensland and Australia at the masters level, and even had a run at the Lions pre-season in his younger years. His main position on the oval is centre half forward. Paul says climate change is a key issue for the Brisbane electorate, and people are looking for sensible solutions. “It’s mentioned three times more than any other issue.” Paul believes there’s no greater vested interest than young people’s concern for the environment. His eldest child is attending university, and Mr Newbury says “I have to earn her vote as well”. Paul lives in Bardon with his family and of the campaign trail, he says “it has thrown our house into ordered chaos”. Nonetheless, Mr Newberry says the family are enjoying the ride.

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TREVOR EVANS MP - LNP (MEMBER FOR BRISBANE) When I was elected to serve as the Federal Member for Brisbane almost three years ago, I pledged to work hard and to be a representative who was as accessible and visible as possible. As part of fulfilling that commitment, I have recently held my 500th mobile office in Brisbane. It’s been a great way of keeping in touch with the local community and listening to your concerns. We’ve had some great wins over the past three years for the local Brisbane community. I fought for, and secured, $300 million in federal funding to help Brisbane City Council start building the Brisbane Metro this year. The Brisbane Metro project will transform the way we get round our city and significantly reduce congestion at peak travel times.

I helped lead the fight to make marriage equality a reality, and was pleased that the Brisbane community voted overwhelming in support of this change. Locally, we’re also benefiting from infrastructure projects like the upgrade of the intersection at Doggett Street and Commercial Road in Newstead, which was announced by the Prime Minister in January. There’s a lot at stake at this election, both for Brisbane and for Australia. Despite the global headwinds, Australia’s economy is strong and we are delivering the first Budget surplus in more than a decade. Unemployment is now 5 per cent, and last year for the first time in history, 100,000 young Australians got a job. We’re delivering tax relief for small business and for families, as well as guaranteeing increased funding for schools, hospitals, medicines and roads. Brisbane is heading in the right direction, but there’s still more to do. I thank local residents for their support. Together, I know that we can make Brisbane the best place in Australia to live, work, raise a family and retire.

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By Elisabeth Silvester Family-owned VPG Projects has a vision to revitalise the past grandeur of New Farm commercial precincts. Designing and building unique shop and office fit-outs since 2014, managing director Raymond Villari accredits his connection to the construction industry to his father Vito, who established his own architectural business on Brunswick Street in the 1980s. Mr Villari (pictured) said his connection to New Farm and his father’s passion for design encouraged him into the construction industry. “I have drawn upon the teachings and learnings growing up around design and building to continue a career in the same industry,” Mr Villari explained. Specialising in turn-key projects that involve design, approvals and construction, growing businesses is at the heart of VPG Projects.

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“When we design, we have the opportunity to represent our clients businesses by delving into the core of what makes that brand and turn their vision into a reality,” Mr Villari said. “It is not just about drawing a layout for a space and focusing on what’s purely functional, it’s balancing function with on-trend materials, finishes and color selections to create a unique experience and ambience that best represents the brand.” With local fit-out and refurbishment credits including the new Hutton & Hutton Real Estate on Brunswick street as well as Sushi Kenzen in the Valley Mall and numerous local Burger Urge restaurants, Mr Villari says VPG Projects understands the dynamic of

the area and is working closely with local businesses to reinvigorate new business in the district. “With VPG Projects being located in New Farm and our family history and connection to the area, we have a good grasp of the local market and what is happening in the surrounding region. “We have built a wide network and collaborate with local businesses commercial landlords, leasing agents, designers and trades” he said. “Our local presence means that at the drop of a hat, we can be on site for our clients’ projects.”

Brain health linked to hearing Tips to overcome cognitive overload, social isolation and socalled brain fog will be revealed in audiologist Andrew Campbell’s next seminar on May 23. As well as highlighting ideas to protect your hearing and enhance your brain function, attendance at the presentation Brain Health and Hearing at UQ Herston will entitle participants to a complimentary hearing check. Mr Campbell says there’s a strong connection between brain health and hearing loss and that early detection is vital. If you crank up the volume on the television or miss bits of conversations in noisy environments, Mr Campbell suggests it’s time to have your hearing tested. “Age-related hearing loss can’t be reversed because it’s caused by the gradual degeneration of your sensory cells,” ,” Mr Campbell said. Visit www.neuaudio.com.au

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Unwind after work with yoga classes for parents at Bowen Hills Early Learning Centre

Early learning centre looks after parents too Finding a balance in life isn’t easy. Between raising kids, feeding the family and fitting in a fitness regime – there’s often not enough time in the day. Bowen Hills Early Learning Centre owner Hilary Knights knows there’s a way to make it work without sacrificing the sanity of parents or guardians. The centre offers services that go above and beyond providing early childhood education. Parents can enjoy take home meals prepared by the centre’s chef as well as a free weekly yoga and meditation class to help their families make the most of their busy lives and spend more quality time with their little ones. “It’s about creating balance,” said centre owner Hilary Knights. “As a working mother, I see the value in being able to pick up your children and a nutritious family meal in one stop, and then go home for a quality evening together and relax without worrying about having to cook.” The Bowen Hills Early Learning Centre has only been open since January but is going from strength to strength.

The centre is equipped with creative playscapes, abundant green areas, a designated yoga deck, reading corners, climbing frames, sandpits and even a full-sized boat. “My husband built many of the playscapes himself and we are so excited to share these beautiful environments with families for years to come,” said Ms Knights. “Walking into the centre, you can really feel the passion and love that has gone into building it. “Coupled with our amazing team of educators and their quality educational programs, our chef providing nutritious meals, children’s cooking classes through to parents’ meals and of course our weekly yoga and meditation classes for children and parents and our regular special events and excursions, we really feel our families feel valued and part of our community which is so rewarding.” Visit www.bowenhillsearlylearning. com.au. NEW FARM BASED FITOUT SPECIALIST IN

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The change of season is sneaking up and with the cooler weather reasonably priced seasonal produce perfect for warming, comfort food is abundant like cauli, asparagus, corn and zucchini. Cauliflower and asparagus are a delicious combination for soup with shallots, garlic and don’t forget freshly ground pepper. Reminiscent of my childhood, is my father Joe’s Anglo-Indian stew with lots of ginger, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves, peppercorns and two whole green chilis which was on our dinner menu last night. My daughter Ella walked in after work, knew exactly what was cooking and couldn’t wait to dig into a bowl immediately! I love this time of year when hearty, slow cooking, comforting recipes are so enjoyable and anything spicy is guaranteed to be a good call in my book. When owner Hadeel of the Frond Cafe in Brunswick Street contacted me to ask if I would be willing to share one of my recipes for their winter menu, I didn’t hesitate. I’d previously enjoyed their delicious menu but was really taken by their story. Hadeel, a chemical engineer, and Anders, a medical physicist, threw in their jobs to open the cafe with their mission being producing delicious food made on the premises, support local producers, being environmentally conscious and giving back to the community.

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Hadeel proudly announces that the cafe stays away from plastic and generates only half a bin of waste per week. Everything else is recycled and compost is delivered to community centres with the New Farm Neighbourhood Centre being of them for our community garden. By the end of the year they are hoping the cafe will be powered by solar energy. When Hadeel was trying to explain a spicy, tangy chickpea dish she had tasted many years back that her neighbour used to make for her before coming to Australia, I knew exactly what she was talking about. I turned up with my “Chole” Spiced Chickpeas, a typical Indian street food in a fragrant, rich, onion and tomato gravy with spices including cumin, cinnamon, cardamom, garam masala, tamarind and ginger. After one mouthful, she said the flavour of the dish transported her back in time, she was so excited! Make sure you give it a go at Frond Cafe and if you want the recipe send me an email at ferdinands1@optusnet. com.au or Instagram @valerieferdinands.mkr

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Your top three destinations? Italy – For food, culture and shopping. Greece – For sunshine, crystal clear ocean and history. Bali – for relaxation, adventure and fun.

Fa vo u r i te t r a ve l t a l e ? Holidaying on the beautiful island of Lombok in Indonesia, our family was relaxing on the beach, when we suddenly wondered where our daughter Chanel, then just six years old, had disappeared to! We were just starting to hit the panic button when we noticed her, happily waving to us from a local

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An “off the beaten track” story? While visiting Central Otago in New Zealand with another family, we enjoyed a great lunch at Amisfield Winery, renowned for its bistro and award-winning wines. However, we realised getting to our next planned stop, the heritage gold-rush village of Arrowtown, might prove tricky considering we were four adults with three kids in tow and no transport. The options were looking pretty slim until my husband (who is a Kiwi), suggested we “hitch” a ride, New Zealand-style! Not necessarily easy with such a large group but our luck was in that day! We ended up travelling in a convoy of two cars, “chauffeured” by hospitable New Zealanders, and with a serendipitous touch, our driver ended up being the genial publican of Arrowtown’s charming and historic Fork and Tap Ale House, which was precisely where we were headed!

Situated just above a beautiful little cove near the Agios Sostis main beach, we understand why it is justifiably a Mykonos institution! An amazing location, friendly people and you can see the authenticity and love that goes into everything about this charming taverna. A special feature was how the owner Kiki served free glasses of rosé wine to those waiting in the queue for a table - classic Greek hospitality at its best!

A really memorable dining experience? Kiki’s Taverna on Mykonos was a most memorable dining experience.

#1 Travel Tip? Apart from suggesting it’s always a good idea to make friends with the barman at your resort, I’d encourage you to take

time to talk to the locals to discover invaluable “insider” tips.

Three ‘must’ travel items? My husband – It’s just not a holiday without him! Destinationer-appropriate clothing – In my carry-on bag so I’m ready for a climate change. A great lip balm.

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A vegan said to me, “People who eat meat are disgusting.”. I said, “People who sell fruit and veg are grocer.”. And that, dear readers, could keep me smiling all day. It has nothing to do with me being a meat eater or a Vegan, but everything to do with simple pleasures, being grateful and enjoying the present. And, it’s about perspective. I often wonder about the people I’m standing near in public places, in Coles or in queues; what their lives are like, what we’ve got in common, what we’ve shared, maybe. I wonder, what levels we would connect on if we spoke. It’s a game I sometimes play with myself in conversation with strangers, how fast I can find a common thread. The truth is, if you listen closely to what people say, finding common ground can be very fast. Even if there’s no immediate

commonality, human empathy can create a connected-ness. I look around me at my friendship circle and there are so many good friends of mine dealing with incredible adversity. None the least, my two friends with MS. I see them pushing through and standing strong, and dealing with another world of reality to the one I deal with on a day-to-day basis. They are truly inspiring women. The ‘MS Brissie To The Bay’ bike ride raises funds to support the increasing number of people living with MS. It’s on June 16 and David’s riding in Team Woody, so if you’d like to sponsor him please head to the website and donate. There are so many twists and turns in life, so many unforeseen hurdles that we all encounter. It’s ok to just survive those days. Some of these events can leave us stronger in their wake. But sometimes the hand we’re dealt, that no-one saw coming, is life changing. This humanness and vulnerability, we all have in common. It’s this perspective I teach my children. That, and a sense of humour…

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I don’t necessarily want anything material but maybe something pamper-ish like a massage. - Rachel & Charlotte

Probably flowers and a sleep-in would be good.

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On Mother’s Day, Johnny Celere remembers his mum. Ms Antonina Torrisi, who passed away one year ago, was famous for her hospitality and was considered a New Farm matriarch. Despite his own troubles - Johnny suffered a stroke at 17 - he often thinks of the moments they shared together. “Every night we used to have coffee,” he says. “I’d give her the biggest kiss every night.”

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We were on our “baby moon”, a few days stolen away on the Sunshine Coast, a final weekend of just us six weeks before our baby’s arrival was supposedly due. Two ambulance rides and a stopover at the new Sunshine Coast University Hospital, we finally did make it back to hospital in Brisbane. By 4.21am the next day we had a breathtakingly beautiful little girl in our lives, Matilda. Years earlier when we were dating we’d chosen the name, romantically. But now it’s meaning, “strength in battle”, was taking a deeper tone as our Matilda was headed to Mater Hospital’s Neonatal Critical Care Unit. She was there two nights while her breathing was monitored by several nurses, including one named Chloe who texted us multiple evening photo updates so we wouldn’t feel so apart from her. Matilda then faced a further 10 days in the hospital’s Special Care Nursery learning to suck feed before she was given the all clear to be in our room then to come home with us. What ensued over the next three months was the regular Mum learning on the job stuff, worryingly asking those questions no one can answer: is she hungry? Is she tired? Is she too stimulated? Is her tummy sore? Is she too hot? Too cold? Does she love me? But also, did that person wash their hands before touching her and get their whooping cough injection? Will she get sick if we leave the house? And why do people keep emphasising how tiny she is - don’t they know that’s the worst thing to say

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I recently watched Warren Buffett being interviewed by US presenter Charlie Rose. I didn’t walk away with investment strategies or wealth creation inspiration. Instead I pocketed a single phrase uttered by the American investor, who’s said to be worth more than $86 billion, on the value of time, “It’s the only thing you can’t buy. “I mean I can buy anything that I want, basically, but I can’t buy time.” Even though this interview aired in 2017 I think there’s a reason it has only now implanted stickily into my brain, I’m viewing life through the new lens of motherhood. In the past 14 months many friends have tried to understand this change in my life and the truest comparison I can give is to a rollercoaster ride, it’s highs and lows, it’s twists and turns jerking you here and there, it’s sudden troughs walloping you with gutwrenching fear and it’s soaring peaks sparking stomach-flipping joy. I started my journey into motherhood at the ride’s steep drop. There was no slow incline with those warning ‘click, click, clicks’, just a mighty ‘whoosh!’. My waters broke as my husband and I had decided to turn in early for the night.

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I am seeing a psychologist to give me tips too. But every now and then, if an illness crops up or if she falls too hard while gleefully practising her running trot then, ‘click, whoosh’ I’m on the rollercoaster drop and my stomach is falling out from under me. Like so many other female health concerns that are widely experienced and rarely talked about, I know I’m not alone in the trauma I carry from my daughter’s birth and have experienced comfort in sharing it. While time is an even scarcer commodity for me now I am a mother, it also seems to have slowed down in a wonderful way. Finally I’m smelling the roses at New Farm Park, savouring the joy she takes in tasting a scoop of creamy white froth from a flat white and pausing to quack at the ducks waddling alongside the river at Merthyr Park. There is joyful energy in almost everything if you take the time to see it through a child’s eyes. To all the selfless mothers who wake up and lovingly strap themselves in for a daily rollercoaster ride to who-knows-where, I see you, I salute you and I want you to remember, the days are long but the years are short. Happy Mother’s Day!

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When the New Farm State School opened in January 1901, 332 pupils were expected, but within days, the intake was 621. An enterprising gentleman could safely bet that a shop close by would be a sound investment. Insurance manager Henry Richardson Sykes (1862-1939) owned the block on the corner of James and Heal Streets which would ideally suit the purpose. By 1903, the substantial brick-built shop occupied the spot, its curved roofline at the front showing some architectural style. All that is known from that year is that someone wished to sell a strong springcart and harness, advising, “Apply Shop, corner James and Heal Streets, Teneriffe”. In the 1930s, ‘P.J. Hurley’ was selling crimson-winged parrots from the address, then during World War II,

The late Gladys Blundell’s superb rendering of the ‘People’s Store’, on the corner of James and Heal Streets.

the shop was run by a Mr Darcy. The family worked in the shop and lived at the rear. This shop was well patronised by the school children, as was Smith’s shop further down on the James and Annie Street corner. Jim MacDonald, an NFSS pupil, remembers that the entrepreneurial Mr Darcy purveyed a sideline which magnetised the schoolboy warriors. “After the end of the war, he purchased from Army Disposals a batch of steel helmets made for the Dutch Army,” said Jim. “I bought one for a shilling and proudly wore it when playing ‘War’. By 1960, the new shopkeepers were Frank Hoelzl, a post-war immigrant

from Yugoslavia, and his wife Glenda, a seamstress. The couple had met at Cloudland and married. The first three of their five children grew up in the rear half of the shop. The business boasted a unique attraction: Frank’s hobby taking shape in the backyard. The trawler he built eventually needed to be craned out so that it could make its maiden voyage in Cabbage Tree Creek, Sandgate. The Hoelzls’ younger daughter Debbie appreciated visiting the shop for the first time last year. “I had never lived there but I felt a real connection because it was where my parents started their life

together,” she said. Further along in the shop’s timeline (1985-95), Maria Cavallo ran the shop (named The People’s Store by a previous owner) with the help of her two sons and her husband Tony. “It was a very busy place during the week and on the weekends,” said Tony. In more recent times the premises has been a carpet shop and it is now home to The Paper Empire. By way of a fitting testament to the changing face of the area, Dominic Baratta (Debbie’s son) reflects: “My Hoelzl grandparents were quite chuffed to move from New Farm to Brisbane’s northern suburbs, whereas I have been quite chuffed to move from the northern suburbs into New Farm”. SHOP MEMORIES: New Farm once had lots of shops. What do you remember about the shopkeepers and what they sold? Your recollections are valuable to the Historical Society. Phone 0409 498 402 or email: info@ newfarmhistorical.org.au. NEXT MEETING of the New Farm & Districts Historical Society: Saturday 25 May 2019, 2-4pm. Uniting Church Centre, 52 Merthyr Road. Fr Denis Martin will speak about Dara and the Holy Name Cathedral.

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“I’ve always eaten hot chillies all my life.” Though Ms Brun would love to enter in the chilli eating competition herself, she will be too busy teaching effective composting methods, particularly how to use a small in-ground compost system called a compot. “The compot is a great waste disposal system for all your kitchen waste,” said Ms Brun. “The more different varieties of waste you put in your garden, the better results you’re going to have in your soil.” The festival promotes waste reduction by banning single use plastics, and is also supporting Cystic Fibrosis Queensland by donating ten percent of the net ticket sales. The festival is scheduled for Sunday 9 June starting at 11am. Find out more at www.brizchillifest.com.au.

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Q&A: The Quick Half Dozen 1. Teneriffe Festival

Over the last 10 years this fantastic neighbourhood celebration has embodied the local community and it will continue but with an increased family focus.

by AnneMarie White Sitting in the glorious setting of Brisbane’s latest jewel at the Howard Smith Wharves I ask Central Ward’s Vicki Howard about her tenure as our local Councillor for the past seven years. “Every morning I can’t wait to get out into my community and make a difference – often in just those very small things that make everyday life better for my constituents,” she says. “I can honestly say I have never not wanted to do that. “I just love what I do,” she enthuses. Whilst Pollyanna would be proud of that response, I do sense a genuine desire to help and be meaningful in Cr Howard’s approach which she certainly hopes to take forward into another term at next year’s elections. Paraphrasing her 2012 maiden speech to Council, Howard promised to “work with residents with practical action street by street and suburb by suburb… helping out in our community organisations who are all vital contributors to the fabric of

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Central Ward…. delivering the very best results for our suburbs.” Before entering local politics, Vicki worked for 26 years with Chubb Fire and Security as the Workplace Health and Safety Manager for Queensland and Northern Territory where she acknowledges she honed risk assessment and negotiation skills that have held her in good stead in political life. She ran unsuccessfully for Central Ward in 2008 “being beaten by the incumbent David Hinchliffe”. She goes on to pay tribute to her predecessor saying “he was a wonderful man who made a great and lasting contribution to our suburbs”. After a brief stint working for state member Scott Emerson, Vicki says she was given insight into the

I am aware of the rough surface and the pathway will be replaced with a concrete path very soon. 3. Vernon Terrace Tree

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Tenders are soon going out for two operators with rider safety the priority.

It was very sad for the community to lose that tree and for 10 years Council has worked through many salvage measures to stop the root invasion into properties. There was no longer an option but the two other trees planted into the footpath are safe.

I am delighted we are moving our headquarters in early May to the corner of Merthyr and Lamington Streets in New Farm which will be very accessible to all – and is on the 199 bus route.

true importance and value of local government and vowed to stand again. “David resigned after 23 years in politics and in 2012 and I won the seat with a pleasing majority,” she says. “So then I had to get my head around how Council worked and I was faced with putting into practice all my aspirations for my electorate.” Like all politicians, there have been career highs and lows. The recent stoush between Cr Howard and local residents over the cutting down of a tree in Teneriffe became personal with rancour, anger and malice leaving ill feeling on both sides. An unsuitable lessee in the Engine Room cafe also left locals with a bad taste after Council had promised a charityfocused tenancy that didn’t eventuate. Cr Howard also believes there are many local achievements, like the Fortitude Valley revamp of which she is proud. “When I was first elected, the Valley was unkempt with lots of empty shops and a high crime rate. “The Lord Mayor gave the Valley Mall a clean facelift and now that area is thriving.” Howard lauds the success of the Howard Smith Wharves complex, which has been emphatically embraced by locals and visitors as a throbbing heart in the river city. She also points to the James Street Precinct’s reputation as an exciting international destination, although she directs credit to the commercial developers who have enhanced what was formerly a drab industrial area. Howard acknowledges that road congestion continues to

plague Central Ward with many locals complaining about parking restrictions and long traffic delays. “I do understand we have problems and we are working with the Federal Government at the moment on several new intersection lights including Commercial and Doggett Streets.” However, life isn’t always political and Vicki as a mother of two adult children and doting granny to Ava often retreats from public life into the family. “I am looking forward to Mother’s Day and spending time with the family –away from politics,” she admits. I also learn that beneath the electoral smiles and handshakes is a woman who happily sinks into a bath of bubbles listening to eighties music, a chocoholic stockpiling Dello Mano brownies to get her through Easter; a the karaoke singer who makes regular appearance at the Brunswick Hotel. “But when pressing Vicki to reveal her unknown talent or secret hobby she returns to Councillor mode, saying “I actually go looking for potholes and making sure they are fixed!”. A local identity, Howard decided that her destiny was to make a positive impact in her own community and its inhabitants. “I make myself visible, immerse myself locally and try to make as many positive contributions in my neighbourhood as possible.” With less than a year before standing again to represent those living in Central Ward, she says “if I can serve our people in Central Ward to live in a safe, active and vibrant community, and get those little things, like potholes, fixed, then my work is done”.

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Fundraiser for homeless support The Annual OneNightStand Against Homelessness charity dinner will be held on May 30 to raise money and awareness for homeless support centre 3rd Space. The dinner will take place at Bucci Restaurant and Bar with proceeds going towards helping 3rd Space continue to provide critical frontline services to locals doing it tough. 3rd Space works to provide homeless people with support, friendship and dignity. They offer everything from something as small as a cup of tea to helping find accommodation and work for homeless people in the community. Tickets at: www.tickettailor.com/ events/3rdspacebrisbane/256083

Nunconventional fun at Nash Nuns and showbiz don’t go together? Those who have seen the hit musical Nunsense would probably beg to differ – and for good reason. Starting on May 11, New Farm’s resident theatre is putting its own spin on one of Off-Broadway’s longest-running and most wellreceived shows, as Nash meets Nunsense in Merthyr Road’s Brunswick Room. First running in 1985 in New York, Nunsense has become a cultural phenomenon over more than 30 years, spawning six sequels and several spin-off shows and the original

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production grossing over half a billion dollars for its creator Dan Goggin. After a disastrous series of deaths, a convent finds itself struggling to finance a series of burials for its nuns and what would be a better way to drum up some funds than a variety show? Following the antics of five sisters determined to wow the crowds – and maybe make headway into the show business while they’re at it – Nunsense is set to enthral with solos, songs, and audience quizzes. Taking over the mantle of original creator Dan Goggin are Nash’s own director Brenda White and musical director Stuart Crisp, who are joined by New Farm’s finest actresses for the theatre’s second show this season. Nunsense will open at the Merthyr Road Uniting Church’s Brunswick Room on May 11. Tickets www.trybooking. com/455835.

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Gala of performance The Institute of Modern Art’s fifth annual black tie gala on Friday June 5 will present a night of luxury including entertainment from performance artists Hannah Bronte and Radha (Shahmen Suku). Both acts use the medium of performance art and music to explore topics of gender, race and cultural identity. “We previously haven’t had entertainment in the same way but this change in the style of event enables us to bring in performance art and DJ’s in a different way,” IMA development and touring manager Jenna Baldock said. The IMA has announced they are excited to be moving away from the sit down dinner style to a night-long feast on Calile Hotel delectable treats. The gala helps raise money to support the Institute and to commission new works from artists. Visit ima.org.au

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The play will take place at South Bank’s Maritime Museum, making use of a specially designed Titanic set piece complete with lifeboats for cast and audiences. Part of the ticket sales for the event will directly benefit the Museum, making Titanic: The Movie, The Play a must-see for this year’s Festival. Visit www.anywhere.is.

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As an overview, negative gearing in real estate is the tax break given to investors that allows them to deduct their related property expenses off their taxable income. This then means they can ‘claim’ their expenses e.g. Interest, rates, maintenance etc on their tax return. So, the question is how will removing ‘negative gearing’ affect the property market?

• A major concern is a falling in house prices. This will be caused from the removal of investors from the market. This fall in the number of investors will be largely due to them having to pay the entire costs associated with the property with either rental income or their after-tax money. Which can make owning an investment property unviable for many people. This means that prices will need to be low, so properties are closer to ‘positively geared’. This could lead to fewer investors in the market, meaning less competition and ultimately downward pressure on prices. I believe this is a likely outcome and where prices are already under pressure, this could be catastrophic to many people across the country. • There is also the concern about increased rents. There has been a suggestion that removing negative gearing will put pressure on owners to put up rents. In my experience, it’s just not that easy. Brisbane has seen a decline or flat rental market for the last couple of years. The supply Vs demand ratio is too out of whack to see rents rise quickly. You would need to take a significant number of properties out of the market or interest rates to rise to see the market accept higher rents. So, I think rents are safe, for now.

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Is negative gearing a negative or positive for our local market?

From what I can see the driver to remove negative gearing is to put downward pressure on house prices. The question is why? I understand Sydney & Melbourne were previously skyrocketing, but now they are not. But either way, this change will have a national affect and Perth, Darwin and huge parts of region Australia just to name a few, have had years of negative or no price increase. Punishing those markets to soften Sydney prices seems callous, quite an extreme and unnecessary given the recent market corrections.

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