Dolphins News | Issue 31 | 15th December, 2021

Your local community newspaper ISSUE 31 // DECEMBER 15, 2021

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Ready to party The festive season is here and it’s almost time to say goodbye to 2021. We preview the last of the Christmas events and how you can celebrate New Year’s Eve in our final edition for the year.

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This is the final edition of Dolphins News for this year, but we’ll be back on January 26, 2022. ★

Merry Christmas to all our readers!

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ISSUE 31 // DECEMBER 15, 2021 ABOUT US

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433 Elizabeth Avenue, Kippa Ring, QLD 4021 EDITORIAL Editor: Kylie Knight Journalists: Nick Crockford, Jodie Powell, Ashleigh Howarth 0410 097 459 editor@dolphinsnews.com.au ADVERTISING Sales manager: Stacie Davey 0413 056 465 advertising@dolphinsnews. com.au Terms and conditions: dolphinsnews.com.au DELIVERY Distribution manager: Debbie Percy 0488 669 680 distribution@dolphinsnews. com.au PUBLISHER

Thank you for your support this year.

On behalf of the whole team, I wish you and your family a merry Christmas and a happy new year. ★

Kylie Knight, Senior Editor

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New era in community news COMMUNITY newspapers have made a triumphant return to the whole Moreton Bay Region, with the launch of Moreton Daily News in southern and northern districts last week.

It follows a successful year publishing Dolphins News in the eastern pocket, home delivering to residents on the Redcliffe peninsula, Deception Bay, North Lakes, Mango Hill and Griffin.

Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism (MBRIT) Chairman and publisher Shane Newcombe said Dolphins News would be rebranded in 2022

RETURNING IN 2022 This is the last edition of Dolphins News for 2021. We will return as Moreton Daily News in 2022, with the first edition for the year out on January 26. as part of the expansion and all three papers would be known as Moreton Daily News. They will publish fortnightly.

“The name change reflects the papers’ connection with our online community news website, Moreton Daily, which we launched during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 to

give residents positive and useful community news,” Mr Newcombe said.

“Our community newspapers have the same philosophy – delivering the good news you’ve been waiting for to your home.

Moreton Daily News will be home delivered to 150,000 households in the north, south and eastern pockets.

Mr Newcombe said while the newspapers would share a masthead and philosophy, they would publish content specific to their communities.

They will be produced by team of experienced jour-

nalists and advertising consultants, who between them have more than a century of industry experience.

Moreton Daily News will be home-delivered to readers for free. It is the perfect way for businesses to connect with residents.

“Advertisers have been telling me they’ve missed that connection, particularly small businesses and tradespeople,” Advertising Manager Stacie Davey said.

“In Moreton Daily News, they can choose from a range of display advertising options as well as our classifieds section.”

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Dolphins News is published under the umbrella of Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism’s Moreton Daily news service, which provides local news from across the Moreton Bay Region every day.

It’s your daily dose of good news, written by experienced journalists, with a passion for community news. Visit moretondaily.com.au to read breaking news, lifestyle news, community news, sporting news, information about events and the digital edition of Dolphins News.

To find out more, visit moretondaily.com.au.

RECYCLE ME Dolphins News will always arrive in pristine condition and stand up to the elements – thanks to its heat-sealed biowrap bagging.

Readers are asked to dispose of it responsibly and take it to a retailer that recycles soft plastics, including some major supermarkets.

To find the one closest to you, visit moretondaily.com. au/dolphins/home and click on the ‘find a soft plastic recycle location button’.

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Region’s bid for city status

STORY NICK CROCKFORD MORETON Bay Regional Council will start the process to make the region a city following a vote during its final meeting for 2021.

Council will write to Local Government Minister Steven Miles requesting he refer it to the Local Government Change Commission, which is the independent body responsible for assessing proposed changes to Queensland councils.

Mayor Peter Flannery said a name change would remove the connotation of remoteness that came with the word ‘region’, as Council sought to put Moreton Bay City on the national and international map

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Division 7 counting continues PREFERNCES hold the key to a result in the Moreton Bay Regional Council Division 7 by-election.

Electoral Commission Queensland paused counting votes late last week, ahead of the deadline for postal votes on December 14.

A spokesperson for the electoral commission said the result in the by-election could only be declared once the outcome was certain.

“To achieve this, a full preference count must be undertaken to allocate the preferences of candidates,” the spokesperson said.

“Due to the margin between candidates, this cannot be finalised until after the 10-day return period for postal ballots, which is Tuesday, 14 December.”

The electoral commission received 3136 postal vote applications and 8611 people – or 32.95 percent of the electorate – had voted ahead of the official polling day on December 4.

By December 10, votes had been counted for 63.1 percent of enrolled electors – 94.99 percent of them formal votes and 5.01 percent declared informal and therefore ineligible to be added to candidates’ tallies.

At the time of publishing, former Pine Rivers Shire councillor Yvonne Barlow led the official first preference count, with 26.62 percent of votes, followed by Brett Hayes (22.48 percent), Dean Teasdale (16.10 percent), Ryan Bakker (15.86 percent), Ben Wood (13.39 percent) and Jacqui Findlay (5.55 percent).

ahead of the Olympics.

“This isn’t about semantics so much as it’s about facts – we are already bigger than Ipswich City, and Logan City, and Redland City,” he said.

“We are the third largest local government in Australia, we have one of the fastest growth rates in the country and within two short decades our population will exceed 700,000 to be bigger than the entire state of Tasmania.

“Yet most politicians in Canberra seem to think we’re somewhere in regional Queensland, they have no idea that we’re within 30 minutes of Brisbane CBD, Brisbane International Airport and the

Port of Brisbane,” he said.

Mayor Flannery said the plan was not a gimmick.

“This is an opportunity for Moreton Bay City to identify where other regions in Australia have gone wrong in their planning, so that we can redefine what it means to be a modern city,” he said.

“Specifically, this will involve two things: greening our region and rethinking planning in response to COVID-19.

“So, we will enforce stronger environmental protection within all our planning frameworks to obligate developers to make Moreton Bay City greener as we grow and integrate nature within our communities.

“It also means moving away from the traditional CBD concept, because the coronavirus experience has proven it’s entirely possible to rethink the way we work, commute and enhance our lifestyle.”

Moreton Bay City will not have a single business district, rather satellite CBDs centred on precincts of expertise – to harness and amplify the unique characteristics of existing communities.

“The blueprint for this plan is already outlined in our Regional Economic Development Strategy 2020-41 which articulates growth strategies for our key priority industries: food and agribusiness, knowledge and innovation, advanced

manufacturing, and tourism,” Mayor Flannery said.

“That means focussed agricultural investment in the north, new initiatives to drive innovation and technology uptake at the Petrie Mill site, supporting advanced manufacturing investment in our Brendale industrial precinct, retail opportunities around North Lakes, and developing the eco-tourism potential of our spectacular hinterland.

“We’ve already got the ball rolling on this with the launch of our international ‘Invest Moreton’ campaign in November, targeting investors in key priority industries who want a first-mover advan- The result will be published on the tage,” he said. electoral commission website.

STAGE one of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative Planning scheme has now closed, with the State Government no longer accepting community feedback.

The government was seek-

ing feedback on the proposed road corridor between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, with a 8.3km corridor to be constructed between Moodlu and Moorina.

The corridor will run

through the new Caboolture West development area, which is expected to have a population boom of up to 70,000 people.

A spokesperson for the Department of Transport

and Main Roads said they spoke directly to affected landowners.

“Transport and Main Roads sent letters to residents in the study area and met with impacted and potentially impact-

ed landowners as part of this phase of the project.”

“There is a broad range of criteria which needed to be considered in determining a preferred option and it is a delicate balancing act.”

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Shelter celebrates 50 years STORY ASHLEIGH HOWARTH VOLUNTEERS from Peninsula Animal Aid are celebrating a happy ‘tail’ of their own by marking 50 years of helping animals in need.

Since its doors first opened in 1971, volunteers have helped thousands of stray and abandoned animals find loving homes, as well as reunite lost pets with their families.

Peninsula Animal Aid (PAA) President Anne Denton said the not-for-profit organisation was vital to the Redcliffe community.

“As an organisation, and a no-kill shelter, we offer a very valuable service to our community by rescuing animals in need and finding them a home where they will be well cared for and loved for the rest of their lives,” she said.

In the beginning, PAA went from working out of foster homes to having its own shelter in 1974. Betty and Lawrie Preston were considered the founders of the organisation.

As volunteers began to help more animals, they outgrew their original Huntington St premises in Clontarf, prompting the then Redcliffe City Council to lease a new building at Duffield Rd, where the organisation has been since 1997.

As a not-for-profit charity, PAA relies heavily on the generosity of people and businesses to keep its doors open. All shelter building maintenance, vet, medical, food and other costs are met solely by PAA through sponsorships, donations, fundraising and bequests.

Many vets also assist by reducing their fees when appointments are needed.

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PENINSULA ANIMAL AID is at 313 Duffield Rd, Clontarf.

Visit peninsulaanimalaid.com.au Peninsula Animal Aid volunteers have been helping animals for half a century.

Ms Denton said PAA would be lost without its dedicated team of volunteers.

“We wouldn’t be able to do all the good work we achieve without our wonderful group of volunteers,” she said.

“We are extremely grateful for the volunteers who work in the office, the kennel and cattery, who give

up their own time to care for the animals.

“We also have a team of volunteers who come in on Saturday morning to assist with the running of the hydrobath.

“For some of our volunteers, their commitment is 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week, and without their commitment, we would not

be able to survive as an animal rescue.”

There are many ways the community can help PAA – volunteering, making a donation, becoming a sponsor or foster carer, supporting its hydrobath and other events, providing much-needed items or leaving bequest in your Will.

A NEW program to shred old mattresses will save almost 23 cubic metres of landfill space across the Moreton Bay Region and allow people to take their mattresses to the Redcliffe Transfer Station again.

Councillor Karl Winchester (Div 6) said the Redcliffe transfer station had been unable to accept mattresses since mid-2019 due to the size of the bulky items.

“This tender will see this important service return to Redcliffe, and address some of the issues we’ve seen in our community around some people doing the wrong thing illegally dumping mattresses,” Cr Winchester said.

Under the program, CDS Recycling will shred the mattresses and collect the steel for recycling.

It currently costs Council about $6 million a year to dispose of mattresses in landfill, but the shredding deal will slash costs to about $3.5 million.

Councillor Sandra Ruck (Div 5) said the program would mean people could dispose and recycle their mattresses together with e-waste, timber and metal at Redcliffe free of charge.

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GIVING DAY NEW YEAR’S EVE EVENTS Here’s just some of the options for a New Year’s Eve to remember. Contact your favourite local venue to see what they have planned.

• Thirsty Chiefs What: Enjoy live entertainment from 8pm Where: 4 Wills St, North Lakes When: From 1pm Details: Free entry • Bramble Bay Bowls and Sports Club What: Come dressed in your best tropicana outfit. There will be a tiki bar and live entertainment by B-ROCKED Where: Cnr Hornibrook Esp and Victoria Ave, Woody Point When: From 8pm Details: Entry is $10, payable at the door. 18+ event • Suttons Beach Pavilion What: Wear something white or bright to this NYE party Where: 50 Marine Pde, Redcliffe When: From 7.30pm-1am Details: Book online at trybooking.com/BUOAB • Redcliffe Leagues Club What: Spend a night in ‘Vegas’ at the Sky Bar with canapes, casino tables, show girls and live entertainment Where: Corner of Klingner and Ashmole roads, Redcliffe When: From 6.30pm Details: Tickets are $130 (members) or $140. Visit redcliffeleagues.com.au/club/ whats-on/ • Redcliffe RSL What: Entertainment from Tommy Memphis and Mike Winkworth Where: Irene St, Redcliffe When: From 8pm Details: Tickets are $49. Phone 3897 6000

Enjoy a New Year’s Eve to remember at the Redcliffe foreshore.

Fired up for New Year’s Eve STORY ASHLEIGH HOWARTH SAY goodbye to 2021 with a double bang as two spectacular fireworks displays light up the night sky as part of the Redcliffe Markets New Year’s Eve Party.

Families of all ages will be able to enjoy the two displays at 7pm and 9pm.

This outdoor family friendly event by the sea will also include market stalls, gourmet food and drinks, sideshow alley,

children’s activities, live entertainment, roaming performers and more.

Redcliffe Markets co-ordinator Mark Power said the party would be a fun way to bring the community together after another challenging year.

“We love a good party, and that’s exactly the vibe that customers will experience at this event,” Mr Power said.

“There will be delicious food, good music and plen-

ty of fun entertainment, including two spectacular fireworks displays thanks to our good friends at Moreton Daily.

“Being strongly focused on community activation, it made sense to us to partner with Moreton Daily to deliver this free event for locals and visitors who make up our rich community.”

Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism Chairman and publisher of More-

ton Daily Shane Newcombe said he could not wait to see the night sky lit up to herald the end of 2021 and the beginning of a new year.

“I think we all deserve a party, a chance to come together as a community and celebrate our resilience,” Mr Newcombe said.

“It’s been another tough year for many and this event is the perfect chance to let our collective hair down and have some fun.

“I’m thrilled that Moreton

EVENT DETAILS What: Redcliffe Markets New Year’s Eve Party Where: Redcliffe Pde, Redcliffe When: From 5-10pm.

Details: Free entry but register tickets online. Visit eventbrite. com.au and search Redcliffe Markets New Year’s Eve Party

Daily is sponsoring not one, but two fireworks displays which are sure to put smiles on many faces. I hope everyone enjoys the night and, on behalf of the Moreton Daily team, I wish our community the best for 2022.”

Vote for your favourite Christmas lights display

Lights bring festive joy.

ENTRANTS in the inaugural Moreton Daily Christmas Lights in Moreton Bay Region competition have outshone themselves, with spectacular displays now in the spotlight.

Nominations have closed for the competition, which has a prize pool of $24,000, but everyone now has the chance to vote for their fa-

vourite for a chance to win $1000 cash – thanks to USC. The People’s Choice categories, presented by Slater + Gordon Lawyers, are best residential property, best apartment complex/street display, best canal display and best business display.

The Judges’ Choice categories, presented by Ausbuild, are best residential

property display and runner-up best residential property display.

The competition is presented by Moreton Daily with the support of sponsors Ausbuild, Slater + Gordon Lawyers and USC, and media partners Nine News and Brisbane Kids.

The judging period ends on December 19.

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Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism Chairman Shane Newcombe, publisher of Moreton Daily, said there was an interactive map online pin-pointing the location of entrants’ displays.

Ausbuild joint Managing Director Matthew Bell said the company was proud to be involved in the competition. “I can’t think of a

better way, or time of year, to bring families and neighbours together,” he said.

“It’s a great alignment of values for Ausbuild and gives us an opportunity to connect with families across Moreton Bay in a meaningful way.”

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Deal to continue driving tourism STORY KYLIE KNIGHT THE organisation that helped turn Moreton Bay into a $1 billion tourism powerhouse will guide the region’s destination management, tourism services and events for the next three years.

Moreton Bay Regional Council voted unanimously to award the contracts to Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism (MBRIT) at its general meeting on December 8. MBRIT is the publisher of Dolphins News.

The tender process was overseen by an independent probity advisor.

Mayor Peter Flannery has congratulated MBRIT but said the task ahead was not for the fainthearted.

“Every decision we make now will determine our region’s success when the influx of international tourists descends on Brisbane for the 2032 Olympics,” he said. “Awarding these contracts is the start of an Olympic journey to make Moreton Bay an unmissable destination in our own right with new and exciting experiences.”

“Before COVID hit, we were enjoying a golden era in tourism that was tipped to keep shining for years to come - with MBRIT successfully growing our tourism economy to $1 billion and overseeing an incredible increase in visitation numbers of around 4.5 million tourists a year.”

MBRIT secured both the ‘Destination Management

and Tourism Services’ and the ‘Regional Awareness, Price and Attractive Lifestyle’ contracts.

Mayor Flannery said this would ensure the continuity of iconic events such as the Moreton Bay Food & Wine Festival, Kids Fest, Caboolture Festival, and many more.

“In fact, we’ll be increasing the number of events to bring more vibrancy to our region, with 20 new smaller events to be delivered in towns and suburbs across the region,” he said.

“Personally, I think our greatest offering is our natural environment, and we will need MBRIT’s strategic oversight to realise the full potential of this enormous opportunity.”

MBRIT Chairman Shane Newcombe said there would be an increased focus on destination marketing to attract more visitors to the region, supporting local tourism operators and businesses.

He said the contracts aligned with Council’s Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS).

“During the course of the previous contract with council, MBRIT has proven it delivers. These new contracts give us the opportunity to continue that work and help drive our region’s COVID-19 recovery, while providing the events that bring the community together and make us feel good,” he said.

The contracts are for three years, with the option for another three years.

New venue for Australia Day event

John Paul Young is bringing 50 years of memories and hits to Redcliffe Entertainment Centre.

Love in the air for JPY show STORY JODIE POWELL HAVING spent much of the past year without performing live, legendary singer John Paul Young is itching to hit the road in 2022.

With a show booked for the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre on March 24, Young is looking forward to being in front of a live audience.

“I’ve just had a small taste of it with the Apia Good Times tour, which we had to put on hold since May,” he said.

Young’s still putting the finishing touches to his JPY 50 Years Young – The Anniversary Tour, but said the first part of the show would be chronological, taking the audience through stories of his early childhood in Glasgow and the family’s move down under, where they landed on Australia Day 1962.

JPY 50 YEARS YOUNG The Anniversary Tour is at the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre on Thursday, March 24 at 8pm.

Tickets are $65, or $60 concession redcliffeentertainmentcentre. com.au “My Dad didn’t have a lot of faith in the Britain of the 1950s,” Young recalled.

“He couldn’t see much opportunity for the kids and decided to make a leap.

“He was going to go to Canada, but Mum said ‘no, it’s too bloody cold’.”

Young said it was a series of coincidences that led him to record his first hit, Pasadena, with Simon Napier Bell.

“We were in a band called Elmtree and after we finished our sets at gigs we would watch the next band

and Pasadena was one of the songs they (Pyramid) used to play.

“They recorded it and the record company didn’t like the result – all of a sudden it was me.”

Young said he never tired of his material because it felt fresh each time he performed.

“There’s so many moods on the stage and sometimes one song will go through two or three different moods,” he said.

He feels blessed to have worked with renowned songwriters Harry Vanda and George Young, who were responsible for many of Young’s hits such as I Hate the Music, Love is in the Air and Yesterday’s Hero.

“I am so lucky to have been part of their success,” he said.

“I am very grateful to be doing everything I do.”

FAMILIES across the Moreton Bay Region can experience the same beachside festivities on Australia Day at a new location in Scarborough.

On Wednesday, January 26, Scarborough Beach Park will host live local musicians, a free mechanical surfboard and plenty of fun in the sun.

The event had previously been held at Suttons Beach, Redcliffe.

Moreton Bay Region Industry & Tourism (MBRIT) Chairman Shane Newcombe said he was excited to see the festivities move to Scarborough.

“It is one of the most beautiful areas in the region and is the perfect setting to celebrate Australia’s national holiday,” Mr Newcombe said.

“Locals and visiting families will be treated to talented local musicians, free activities and a huge fireworks finale from 8pm.”

Australia Day in Scarborough runs from 4-8pm with plenty of parking available in the Scarborough Beach Park carpark.

For more information and full event program visit moretondaily.com. ay/australia-day

Designs starts on stage 2 STAGE two of the development of the Griffin Sports Complex has moved a step closer with Moreton Bay Regional Council awarding a tender for the design.

Bornhorst & Ward was awarded the $520,985 tender, with design to start this month and be completed by August.

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Plea to be safe this Christmas STORY ASHLEIGH HOWARTH

WHILE Christmas lights may be a colourful source of joy, they can also prove to be deadly, according to firefighters.

With decorations such as sparkling lights, tinsel and candles on display in millions of homes, the Queensland Fire and Emergency Service (QFES) wants people to make fire safety a priority to help avoid severe damage, burns injuries or worse.

December is always a busy time for firefighters, with crews attending more than 146 structural fires in the last month of last year.

QFES Commissioner Greg Leach is urging Queenslanders to make sure their decorations are safe to use, as it only takes a small flame to set a home ablaze.

“A house fire is a lifechanging and devastating experience regardless of

the time of year, but we especially do not want to see a preventable tragedy happen this Christmas,” he said. “We’re calling for everyone to do some simple checks to ensure their home and family are safe.

“As you’re getting your decorations out of storage, make sure they’re in good condition and discard any lights or electrical equipment that’s not up to standard.

“Be on the lookout for any power cables that are frayed or kinked and avoid placing electrical items close to flammable objects like furniture and curtains.

“Only use decorations outside where they have been specifically designed for outdoor use. Indoor lights simply aren’t made to withstand the elements and can pose a serious fire risk under the wrong conditions.

“Lights and candles should be placed in safe locations and never left unattended, especially while your family

Check Christmas lights are safe to avoid a fire emergency. is sleeping at night.”

While preventative measures around decoration quality and placement were important, Mr Leach said working smoke alarms were also essential and changes to smoke alarm legislation would add enhanced safety to households.

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STORY KYLIE KNIGHT TRADITIONAL custodians representing the Kabi Kabi people warmly welcomed the New Zealand Warriors to their land at Moreton Daily Stadium during a moving cultural exchange on November 29.

The Welcome to Country performed by Brian Warner and Aboriginal dancers included a smoking ceremony and the presentation of a message stick to Warriors’ captain Tohu Harris and a digeridoo

to CEO Cameron George.

The digeridoo was crafted and painted by Michael Connolly, an Aboriginal artist and proud descendant of the Kullilla Tribe from the Thargomindah and Eulo region and the Muruwari People from Goodooga and Brewarrina region of north-west New South Wales.

Mr Warner told the story of a young man’s initiation and spoke about the journey we all take in life.

“We all have a journey, we all have that journey in life just like the New Zealand Warriors – they have a path, they have a journey.

Hopefully, they win the

NRL one day … this year, hopefully,” he said.

“They’re going to go across many of our countries, many of our states and I feel it’s my (role) on behalf of my people to bless the New Zealand Warriors on that journey.”

The AUAHA – Maori Cultural Performing Troupe delivered a Pohiri – a Maori welcome in response, and both groups performed ceremonial dances and songs.

Mayor Peter Flannery spoke about the strong link between Australia and New Zealand.

“Council has entered into a partnership with the Warriors which will see

our destination and investments brands beamed to a New Zealand audience.

While the Warriors are based in Moreton Bay we consider them part of our community and would like to take this opportunity to warmly welcome you,” Mayor Flannery said.

“Moreton Bay Region welcomes you with open arms and warm hearts.”

CEO Cameron George thanked Council and the Dolphins for their support.

“We’ll make this a hell of a year and hopefully we can score plenty of tries on your land,” he said.

Author seeks veterans’ survival stories SCARBOROUGH author Bryn Evans is once again putting the call out for families to share heroic stories about their ancestors who fought

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P.10 // NEWS STORY KYLIE KNIGHT THE upgrade of the Park ‘n’ Ride at Mango Hill Station has reached another milestone with the release of the proposed designs, which include an additional 280 car spaces and Kiss ’n’ Ride improvements.

Federal Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts Paul Fletcher said the $10 million upgrade would improve congestion by providing greater rail access to commuters.

“The Morrison Government is getting on with delivering infrastructure projects that improve congestion and safety for commuters across Australia, making it easier for them to move around our capital cities and ensuring they get home quickly and safely,” Mr Fletcher said.

Deputy Premier and Member for Murrumba Steven Miles said the upgrade would more than double the park ’n’ ride capacity for Mango Hill commuters.

“The new Mango Hill Station parking facility will add an extra 280 spaces to the existing 220 spaces,” Mr Miles said.

“The land currently used as an informal car park next to Mango Hill Station

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Mango Hill Station and concept drawings for the park ’n’ ride. and vacant land to the north will be transformed into a park ’n’ ride.

“This will see the number of accessible parking bays near the station go up, with customer concerns around drop off also addressed in the upgrade.

“A new kiss ’n’ ride and taxi zone will now be located at the existing bus stop.

Pedestrian connectivity to and from the station will also be

improved, as will the safety of customers through extra lighting and CCTV.” Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said upgrades like this had provided customers with more than 1250 additional spaces across the southeast.

“Over the past year, additional park ’n’ ride spaces have opened at Carseldine, Darra, Ebbw Vale, Geebung, Lawnton,

Ormeau, Salisbury, Varsity Lakes and Virginia train stations.

“More than 3200 new park ’n’ ride spaces will be delivered over the next four years as part of the $160 million park ’n’ ride upgrade program, which adds to the over 32,600 spaces available to customers across the network.”

Federal Member for Petrie Luke Howarth said: “Pedestrian connectivity

to and from the station will also be improved, as will the safety of public transport customers, with lighting and CCTV also featuring in the upgrade”.

“The number of accessible parking bays near the Mango Hill Station will also be increased.”

The $160 million Park ’n’ Ride upgrade program, includes $60 million from the Federal Government.

A design layout of the

new park ’n’ ride facility has been released to the community, who can contact the project team for further information or to provide feedback.

Detailed design is expected to be completed by early next year with construction to follow later in 2022, weather and construction scheduling permitting.

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Early warning system to save lives THE winners of the Moreton Bay Region’s Youth Innovation Excellence award had plenty to celebrate on the night of the awards at the Eatons Hill Hotel.

Murrumba State Secondary College students Tiarna McElligott and Owen Ventre had just finished dinner and mock awards at their Year 12 formal when Dean of Year 12 Nic Gault announced they had won a very real gong at the Moreton Bay Region

PHOTO DOMINIKA LIS | Tiarna McElligott and Owen Ventre are determined to save firefighters’ lives with IntelVest.

Business Excellence and Innovation Awards.

Unable to attend both events, Tiarna and Owen chose their Year 12 formal, sending teacher Rhiann Nelson to event in their place.

The pair said they were stunned to win, having claimed the same category in 2019 with their invention, IntelVest, which measures firefighters’ physical distress on the job.

“When we looked at Tiarna’s 2019 application and

what we had done (since I joined her to work on the project last year), the 2021 nomination showed how far we had come,” Owen said.

Tiarna said the evolution came after consultation with firefighters. “The initial idea was to monitor the dangerous gases in the air around firefighters, but after talking to them we found exertion was a bigger problem.”

Owen said being able to identify a firefighter suffering early signs of exertion

was crucial, because if they collapsed on the job colleagues would be diverted from a fire to rescue them.

When a firefighter is suffering from exertion, IntelVest alerts crew outside, who can direct the affected firefighter to return outside where they can receive early treatment.

“We’ve talked to people in the medical industry and they said we need an eight to 10 minute warning of exertion before someone suffers a heart attack,” Tiarna said.

Players give lesson in league PUPILS at Southern Cross Catholic College Woody Point campus had a rugby league masterclass from some of the best in the business when Warriors players visited on December 1.

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YOUNG people at Redcliffe Area Youth Space have been busy handcrafting Christmas cards for residents of Azure Blue retirement village for Christmas.

It is an activity staff have co-ordinated in previous years to bring generations together and give young people a boost.

Redcliffe Area Youth Space (RAYS) Quality and business manager Kathryn Kenny said it was important young people felt they were part of the community.

“If this community is stronger and more connected, then it’s more interdependent rather than creating independent individuals,” Ms Kenny said.

“Often older people are quite scared of younger people as they start to feel a bit more vulnerable.

(Through the program) they can see young people have something positive

is open 10am-5pm, Monday to Friday. It is at Redcliffe Area Youth Space, corner Oxley and Anzac avenues.

To find out more, search Ride Supplies on Facebook. to offer. That positive exchange builds connected, cohesive communities.

“While we might do the work one-on-one (with young people), our longerterm vision is more about these interconnected and cohesive communities.”

They’ve have made more than 50 cards for specific residents and some generic cards, so no one misses out.

A small group of young people will visit the village to deliver the cards.

“It can be tricky for some young people who have never had family Christmas traditions to be able to engage in that,” Ms Kenny said “For some of them, there’s a lot of pride in just creat-

ing something and feeling they’ve got a useful skill.

For others, it’s a sense of surprise that they can do something that can make someone else feel good.

“They are so often told they don’t have value or are useless. A small thing can be the beginning of knowing they have value, worth and can make someone else feel better.”

There are other benefits for the young artists.

“The very nature of doing an artistic endeavour is that is it something that will engage young people who may not come and chat with us – they will just sit down and get involved and you start to learn their story,” she said.

Redcliffe Area Youth Space runs a skateboard and scooter shop, where young people learn retail skills. Proceeds help fund its programs and there is plenty of stock available in the lead-up to Christmas.

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Forty years of service to others

A PASSION for helping others and raising money for charity has seen one Redcliffe community group stand the test of time to mark an major milestone.

Members from the ESA (Education Service Association) Redcliffe branch have celebrated 40 years serving the Moreton Bay community.

President Jenny Hendriks said she was inspired to start an ESA branch in Moreton Bay after seeing all the good work the group did at another branch.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN joining, phone 0403 024 067 or email mjillhend@bigpond. net.au.

“I joined ESA in 1979 when I was in Bundaberg, but when I moved back to Redcliffe that’s when I got some friends and family together and started this branch,” she said.

“It’s a really worthwhile organisation as it provides our group with lots of social

activities, access to education with our guest speakers, and the chance to raise money to help local charities.

“I always like to say we put the fun in fundraising.”

The group has raised money for the local oncology unit, as well as larger organisations such as the Leukemia Foundation and the Cancer Council.

The group currently has 17 members but would like to welcome more and possibly start a new branch.

Education Service Association Redcliffe branch members have marked 40 years of service to the community..

EV labels a vital safety boost

Shelling out to boost water quality

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REDCLIFFE Sunrise Rotary Club is helping transform Moreton Bay one oyster shell at a time.

The Club’s Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group is collecting oyster shells from Morgans Seafood at Scarborough and working with environmental notfor-profit Ozfish to regenerate oyster reefs in Moreton Bay. Vice president Colin Scobie said the club, which housed its blue collection bins at the Clontarf waste facility thanks to Moreton Bay Regional Council, hoped to expand the program to include other wholesalers and restaurants.

From Clontarf, the shells are taken to the Port of Brisbane, where they sit for six months to ensure they are bio-secure before being washed and put into special cages and then placed in designated regeneration areas in the bay by Ozfish. The Central Moreton Bay chapter hopes to restore 100ha of shellfish reef over the next 10 years.

Mr Scobie said oysters were a natural filtration system to improve water quality.

“It stops the shells going to landfill and it restores the fish habitat,” Mr Scobie said.

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Jeanette Morgan wants people to fit EV labels. important for safety.

“These vehicles c a n present a hazard to emergency services d u r i n g c r a s h e s and rescue situations, so the labels allow responders to quickly identify if there’s an electric component and use specific safety procedures,” she said.

“Police have been enforcing use of the labels since the beginning of October by educating motorists, but from January 1 they will issue $137.05 fines and deduct one demerit point.”

Ms Ritchie said RACQ had free labels for members.

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ELECTRIC and hybrid vehicle owners have until January 1 to attach warning labels to their cars or risk fines and demerit point deductions.

Jeanette Morgan from Village Nissan said the compulsory new labels, introduced in October, had taken many by surprise.

“Our customers are aware that you can’t touch things in the engine of the vehicle, but many are not aware they must now be fitted with labels,” she said.

“So we’re putting labels on any of the cars that come in for a service.”

The labels must be fitted to front and rear number plates of electric and hybrid vehicles built after January 2019 and other vehicles modified to be electric or hybrid after the same date.

RACQ’s Lauren Ritchie said the labels were

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Lions Hearing Dog a life-changer

STORY JODIE POWELL

PHOTO DOMINIKA LIS | Elaine Farrell and Lions Hearing Dog Peppi are already firm friends and exploring the community together.

AN early gift from the Redcliffe Central Lions Club has given Elaine Farrell a new sense of freedom.

The Clontarf resident received a Lions Hearing Dog last month and already she and Peppi have forged a strong bond.

Ms Farrell has a cochlear implant in one ear and a hearing aid in the other, and specially trained Peppi will help her hear sounds

she might otherwise miss.

“He’s making a big difference to my life,” Ms Farrell said.

“I’ve already taken him on the bus – it’s wonderful to have him around.”

Lions Hearing Dog trainer Lauren Dolman said Peppi would alert Ms Farrell to various sounds around her home such as knocks on her door or a smoke alarm sounding.

“Peppi physically touches her and takes her to the

sound,” Ms Dolman said.

“If it’s the smoke alarm, he touches then drops to alert her.”

Ms Dolman said Peppi, who had taken about six months to train, would also accompany Ms Farrell when she was out and about in the community, providing a visual clue to the people around her.

“It’s amazing how much a dog can provide visibility to someone who’s invisible.”

Ms Dolman said each

hearing dog was a gift from Lions to the recipient.

“It wouldn’t be possible without the support from local Lions clubs.”

Redcliffe Central Lions Club president Ted Heyes said Peppi was the third dog the club had sponsored.

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A NEW TV series is taking people behind the scenes of Redcliffe charity ROPE. The ground-breaking series gives ROPE participants the chance to showcase the things they do and the programs they attend.

ROPE provides support to people living with intellectual disabilities by empowering personal development with information, education and

at ropeassocinc.com/ rope-tv life skills training.

CEO Wes Bleakley said ROPE TV, which screens monthly episodes, launched in August and had been a great success.

Mr Bleakley had worked with Trending Media Australia to create a video promotion for ROPE when

director Aaron Lucas suggested making it a regular gig.

“Brochures were getting boring, so we decided to do a video,” Mr Bleakley (above right) explained.

“Then Aaron said to me one day ‘what about we do something like a TV program?’.

“It’s wildly different to what the disability sector has done before.

“We’re getting in excess of 2500 viewers a month – and

they’re not just the families of ROPE participants,” Mr Bleakley said.

He said working with the team at Trending Media had been a joy.

“I give them the content and they do the creative aspect.

“The way they interact with our participants is great – they bring out the best in them.”

Each episode is hosted

by ROPE participants, who introduce segments from ROPE reporters

highlighting activities and programs.

“It’s been really cool to see them grow and develop – they’ve taken on those roles really well and one of the team, Cameron, is now doing work experience at Trending Media.

“The plan was always that we would start filming with four hosts and then get others involved.

“They’re loving every minute of it.”

Pippin is a handsome dog who is very people and dogfriendly, and who is generally well-behaved. However, he is inclined to bark a little more than may be allowed by a family living in the suburbs.

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Serge passes on the baton STORY KYLIE KNIGHT THE man who has been at the helm of Community Bank Margate for more than 13 years has retired, drawing pride from what he and his team have achieved but also confidence in the future.

Serge Paggiaro was a founding member of the bank, which is a Bendigo Bank franchise and was started by locals when all the banks in Margate closed.

“The bank opened in 2005, December. That was a big deal for us because we had been working for about three years prior in getting it going and establishing it,” Mr Paggiaro said.

“Basically, every bank in Margate closed up shop and our president back then Bill Hoogwaerts … he and someone else wanted to open a bank. They approached a credit union and someone suggested Bendigo because Bendigo had a franchise model.

They met with Bendigo and it went from there. It’s worked out well.”

Community need was the

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driving force behind the bank’s launch and it is still core to how it operates.

“We have over the past 16 years, given away $800,000 to local charities and groups. That’s something we do each and every year.

We have a series of grants we hand out. We award a scholarship each year, $2500 to a student,” he said.

This contribution to the community has been a highlight for Mr Paggiaro as has moving the bank to Margate Village Shopping Centre, paying the first dividend and reaching $100 PHOTO DOMINIKA LIS | Serge Paggiaro has stepped down as Chairman at million in footings.

Community Bank Margate, Bendigo Bank.

Mr Paggiaro has lived on the peninsula since 1964, was an inaugural student at Clontarf Beach State High School and ran two travel agencies before retiring This is the final edition of Dolphins from full-time work.

News for this year, but we’ll be back He said getting involved on January 26, 2022. in Community Bank Margate came at the right time, but it was now time to focus on his health and pass the baton on to his fellow board members.

Merry Christmas to all our readers!

WE made it! Another great year for North Lakes Lions Club in spite of some challenging speed humps.

It’s great news that the borders are opening for Christmas − families and loved ones can reunite and share the love that has been denied them for so many months. Even though we’ve been hobbled, the club has been productive with helping people in a variety of circumstances in our community, and we’ll continue our visibility in 2022.

Guest speakers:

Rather than invite speakers from other clubs doing exactly what we are doing ourselves, we intend seeking out the achievers in our area − be it an author, a representative from the police service, or a board member of a successful sporting club etc.

We’ve enjoyed a gaggle of guest speakers this year and wheels are in motion to present an impressive

group, starting February.

Lions lending a helping hand:

Lion Greg has been very visible this year with his lawn maintenance team.

If you know anyone in the North Lakes/Mango Hill area who’s struggling with lawn maintenance, call Greg on 0422 422 710 to register and he will be in contact with you.

Become a member:

You can join the North Lakes Lions Club by phoning our membership officer Lion Sylvia on 0412 068 650. She’ll answer any questions and invite you to our next dinner meeting. Joining our club, you’ll instantly experience our “many hands make light work ethic”.

From our team to yours:

To the Senior Editor Kylie Knight and your team, The Bunnings North Lakes team, all recipients of our help throughout 2021, our guest speakers, and indeed readers of this column, please accept our heart-felt best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a safe festive season.

Until next time, Lion

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Novel way to foster passion STORY KYLIE KNIGHT CREATING a community of readers and breathing new life into read books is driving Alea and Andrew Cadzow, whose business The Book Bucket is thriving on the Redcliffe peninsula.

It opened in September and is the couple’s third outlet, selling and trading secondhand books.

The other stores are at Bribie Island and Caloundra.

Mrs Cadzow said the outlets operated independently, reflecting their own communities.

“The stock, genres, staff and trade rules are all 100 per cent locally grown by the demand and supply,” she said.

“That’s how the Redcliffe store came about. We had so many people from the Peninsula travelling to other stores to do bulk trading.”

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THE BOOK BUCKET is at 2 Anzac Ave, Redcliffe, and open seven days a week (except Christmas Day) from 8.30am-4.30pm. can trade in old books for a store credit.

Those trading books receive ‘all but half its shelf value’. For example, if they buy a book for $6, read it and trade it back, they will receive $2. The difference pays wages and covers the business’ running costs.

“The idea is to make it work for you and your own reading,” she said.

Some people regularly buy and trade books, others visit after a clean up at home. “Some people living in the area want options for their books, so they can guarantee another reader,” Mrs Cadzow said.

Credits from bulk trades can be used by the individual or converted into a gift voucher for someone else.

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Salon still makes cut IN A world where many businesses are severely impacted by COVID-19, a Margate business owner is marking a milestone.

Roslyn Page has celebrated 35 years in business at Silhouette Hair Design.

“We have lots of very loyal customers who have supported us,” she said Mrs Page’s love of hairdressing stems from when she was a young girl.

“I can’t believe how fast | PHOTO DOMINIKA LIS Alea Cadzow is creating a community of book lovers at The Book Bucket. the time has gone. It only ward’ to another customer, 30 genres but the couple had been a resurgence in feels like yesterday I was even specifying the type of hopes to build capacity to hard copy books, which she starting my apprenticeship reader they would like to 30,000 books in future. in 1975,” she said. expected to continue. benefit from the gift.

Interestingly, the biggest While creating new styles There are about 20,000 traders are young readers is a fun aspect of job, Mrs Search The Book Bucket on books at the Redcliffe and young adults.

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He happens to celebrate his birthday on December 25.

He talks about Christmas morning, when those close to him come out to the Christmas tree, and forget to wish him a happy birthday.

Too wrapped up in themselves to remember his special day. Although he does say that those who do remember he holds in great esteem.

How can one compete against the mighty forces of the season; materialism, Santa and complete self interest? I’m sure if you were born on Dec 25 you’d understand.

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Christmas dangers for pets FAMILY pets can often feel because some of these a little out of sorts during things can be toxic or the festive season. dangerous to dogs and cats.

Often there are disruptions Chocolate, in particular, to their ordinary routines, can cause sickness and visitors, parties, households toxicity in our pets, because filled with loud humans their digestive systems just laughing and talking, and simply don’t work in the celebrations with lots of same way as ours. tempting human food … the Rich meats, gravy, meat list goes on! bones and dairy are some In addition to these things, other things to be wary each festive season comes of, and remember you with some other dangers will need to remind your for our pets that we need guests as well to refrain to be aware of. During the from feeding your dog lots Christmas holidays, most of human food scraps. homes have an abundance They don’t have to miss of presents, chocolates and out though. Keep some rich foods that would not dog friendly foods or treats ordinarily be in so much handy, so when it is time for them to join in the supply.

When our pets see us festivities with you they eating these things, they can have a festive treat too.

guests in the house for a festive catchup. Pets can easily become stressed or anxious when changes are will most likely want some Consider creating a cool, made to their daily routines, as well. Don’t let their big quiet space for your pets to so making sure that they sad eyes sway you though, retreat to when you have have easy access to a space

away from the crowded rooms of people is a great way to make sure they feel comfortable and secure.

our favourite furry family members. Having you with them during those times is important but making sure Christmas is a time they are protected from to share with our loved danger will ensure a happy ones, and that includes holiday for everyone.

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Feel-good show Ticks all the boxes PHOTO BEN MCSHEA – BEAK PHOTOGRAPHICS | Get ready to party, when Priscilla Queen of the Dessert comes to Redcliffe.

STORY KYLIE KNIGHT BRACE yourself for big heels, outlandish costumes and no end of glitter when Priscilla Queen of the Dessert hits the stage at Redcliffe Entertainment Centre next year.

The musical, based on the 1994 popular movie follows the journey of two drag queens – Tick and Felicia – and a transgender woman, Bernadette, as they travel across Australia in their bus named Priscilla.

Redcliffe Musical Theatre (RMT) will bring the story to life from March 11-20 with Conor Ensor playing Tick, Alex Watson playing Felicia and Shannon Foley as Bernadette. Early bird tickets are on sale now.

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SHOW DETAILS What: Redcliffe Musical Theatre’s professional production, Priscilla Queen of the Dessert When: March 11-20 Tickets: Early bird special – $10 off per ticket until January 7. Prices $50-$65.

Visit: redcliffemusicaltheatre.com Madeleine Johns said the quality of actors auditioning for the roles was exceptionally high and she could not wait to see them make the characters their own.

“The quality is as good as you will see on the stage at QPAC or anywhere else. It’s incredible,” she said.

The challenges faced by the performing arts sector, as a result of COVID-19, and a desire to attract

the best talent has prompted RMT to pay its cast for this show as well as the band and orchestra.

“RMT are absolutely thrilled to be bringing Priscilla to Redcliffe – after 18 months of COVID restrictions and lockdowns, what audiences crave right now are feel-good, colourful and upbeat productions – Priscilla ticks all the boxes,” Johns said.

“With more glitz and glamour than you’ve seen on stage before, this hilarious musical will feature show-stopping dance routines, a dazzling array of eye-popping costumes and a scintillating soundtrack full of your favourite dance-floor classics including Hot Stuff, It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Finally and many more.”

It was written by Stephen Elliot and Allan Scott, with

musical arrangements and orchestrations by Stephen ‘Spud’ Murphy, and developed for the stage and original direction by Simon Phillips.

Johns wants audiences to enjoy the feel-good atmosphere from the moment they arrive at the theatre.

“They can expect to have a lot of fun. It’s a party,” she said.

“We always provide a wow factor in our major productions – we’ve had (characters) flying, a car on stage and for this one we’ll have a bus.”

RMT has sourced spectacular costumes and sets, including the bus, from CLOC Musical Theatre in Melbourne which is renowned for providing the best quality.

“They have a massive team of behind them and a big workshop where they build and design sets and costumes. Their costumes

are incredible,” Johns said.

“We had to have amazing costumes and we needed to have the bus.”

The cast of 22 will be supported by about 80 people behind the scenes, a team of 10-12 people in costuming alone.

The original movie won an Oscar for best costume design, so there are high expectations.

Johns said a box of 60 costumes arrived last week and she was in the process of planning costume changes for the show.

“It’s a truly iconic Australian musical with great social messages about inclusivity. It’s a snapshot in time, and certainly not representative of how we are now,” she said.

“The musical has been instrumental in bringing that to the forefront.”

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Garden STORY KYLIE KNIGHT

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REDCLIFFE GARDEN CENTRE is open on Christmas Eve for those who would prefer to give a gift straight from the nursery.

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GIVING loved ones the gift of greenery this Christmas is the perfect way to add colour, life and even a sense of fun to their home or garden.

Best of all, you can personalise the gift to create something truly unique, with or without Christmas touches.

We chatted with Redcliffe Garden Centre’s Tylor Elmsley and Kirsten Kemp about options for green and brown thumbs of all ages.

The centre has a range of flowering and fruiting plants, which are bursting with the colours of Christmas.

“The vincas we get this time of year are in reds and whites, the foliage is green so they’re perfect to put as a little centrepiece on your table. They can take the full sun and a bit of shade,” Mr Elmsley said.

“They’re also quite tough, so they’re great gift for someone who’s not much of a gardener who just wants a pop of colour in the garden.

“The ornamental chillis (we have) are great because the fruit changes colour, so you get an assortment of different colours in the same plant. You’ll get reds, purples, yellows, oranges, even green fruit as well. It looks almost like a little Christmas bush and you can also pick it and eat from it, so it’s a great gift for someone.”

Succulents also make great presents because they are so easy to propagate and are a gift that keeps giving.

You can buy them grouped together and arranged in pots or bowls, as single plants

or you can create a living masterpiece yourself.

If you’re looking for a versatile flowering plant, it is hard to look past gerberas, which are now in full bloom.

“They’re a nice little pot that you can bring inside and have on the table,” Mr Elmsley said.

“Once they finish flowering, just pop them out in the garden and they do very well out there.”

Euphorbia white sparkle is also stunning in summer.

“It’s just a little shrub that’s covered in tiny white flowers that look like snow. People can plant them at the base of a larger plant, so it looks like a cushiony base. They flower for quite a lot of the year and they’re super tough,” Mr Elmsley said.

“They’re perennials, so prune them back, fertilise them and they’ll keep flowering.”

If you’re keen to gift a plant with wow factor, Redcliffe Garden Centre has a selection of hanging baskets and balls, and bowls packed with colour and variety.

They have been carefully

crafted by ‘Christmas elves’ Raylee Williams and Kirsten Kemp, as have fairy gardens for little green thumbs.

Ms Williams is thinking of giving one to her nieces.

A fairy garden is a present you can buy as a complete package or you can buy all the elements and make it yourself, or make it with your special little person to foster an early love of gardening.

So, why are plants great gifts?

“I think everyone just enjoys having a plant in their home, whether it’s a little tiny one in their kitchen or in their bathroom. I think most people just enjoy having some kind of greenery in their house,” Ms Williams said.

“It’s a bit more thoughtful as well, rather than just a gift card. Something that gives life and happiness to people.”

And for those worried about killing their gift before they have the chance to hand it over?

“My advice would be to get it a week or two before Christmas, ask the people at the nursery how to care of it,” Mr Elmsley said.

“If it’s something like a succulent, it will need minimal care anyway, but if it does need a bit more care try your hardest to make it look the best you can before you give it to the person.”

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Events • Redcliffe Markets

What: Meet Santa and his assistant Elfie the Elf when they make a special appearance at the Redcliffe Markets. Featuring more than 230 artisan stallholders and producers, you can pick up an array of handmade items, fresh produce and meats direct from the farmers, freshly caught seafood from the trawlers, artisan baked breads and pastries, flowers, plants and much more Where: Redcliffe Pde, Redcliffe When: Sunday, December 19 from 7am-1pm Details: Organisers are reminding visitors to bring along their face masks, check in with the QR codes at all entrances, and air-five their mates for everyone’s safety.

There is free parking with multiple council car parks surrounding the market

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What: Head on down to the Belvedere Hotel dressed in your best Christmas outfit and test your brain at this Christmas-themed trivia night

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Where: The Belvedere Hotel, Corner of Oxley Ave and Woodcliffe Cres, Woody Point When: Wednesday, December 22 at 7pm Details: Phone 3284 2245 to reserve a table

• Memory Boxes

What: Journey back in time to an era long gone to explore a variety of memory boxes featuring items of sentimental value that best represent different periods of time.

Items include everything from gas lamps to children’s toys, furniture, household items and more Where: Redcliffe Museum, 75 Anzac Ave, Redcliffe When: Until December 31, 2021. Open Wednesday- Friday 10am-4pm and Sunday 10am-3pm Details: Groups are welcome to head down an unpack a box to discover what is inside

Workshops • Patterns in Nature

What: Wonder at the world around you as you play with scales, feathers, stripes and spots at the interactive Patterns in Nature exhibition.

You and your family will be able to see what is “invisible” to others and become pattern detectives specialising in symmetry, branching and camouflage Where: Redcliffe Museum, 75 Anzac Ave, Redcliffe When: Until Sunday, May 1.

Open Wednesday- Friday 10am-4pm and Sunday 10am3pm Details: Free

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What: Three of Australia’s favourite tenors will be performing some of their

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What: Immerse yourself in a world of colour and delight at the new Ken Done: Paintings you Probably Haven’t Seen exhibition. This exhibition brings together a collection of previously unseen works Where: Redcliffe Art Gallery, 1 Irene St, Redcliffe When: Until Saturday, January 22, 2022. Open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am-4pm Details: Free

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Horoscopes

ARIES

MARCH 21 - APRIL 19

A fun but potentially intense time needn’t detract from an enjoyable festive season.

Yours is one of the most resilient signs of the zodiac, and you’ll appreciate the sense that some of the stresses of the year can be released now. You’ll enjoy some lovely get‑togethers, news and developments that could boost your status.

TAURUS

APRIL 20 - MAY 20

It’s time to embrace fresh circumstances as you gain insight into the best direction to take. First of all, news early next week will present a chance to gather your thoughts and enjoy a trip or favourite activity. You may feel strongly about a visit or event at Christmas, so be prepared to collaborate and co-operate.

GEMINI

MAY 21 - JUNE 20

Sunday’s Gemini full moon represents a fresh chapter in your personal life and, for some, financially. A new approach to your shared duties will be worthwhile.

You may have a debt repaid and will enjoy unexpected get-togethers and news. You’ll manage a change of circumstance at work or in your shared situation well.

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LIBRA

JUNE 21 - JULY 22

Sunday’s full moon signals the start of a new daily, health or work routine. You’ll enjoy developing a deeper connection with someone special in your environment and romance could blossom. At Christmas, an intense, exciting event will bring out emotions. A change in your circumstances may be outside your control, so be practical.

SEPTEMBER 23 - OCTOBER 22

You’ll enjoy a trip, favourite pastimes and more time with those you love, especially family and friends. Romance could blossom and changes at home will involve a reunion. With a little diligence, you’ll make progress in your closest relationships. But if you have been arguing, disagreements may re-emerge, so maintain perspective.

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LEO

JULY 23 - AUGUST 22

Sunday’s full moon will shine a light on your friendships and family life, providing the opportunity to socialise. If you’re single, you may meet someone refreshing.

Navigate a change in your environment, activities or health routine carefully and ensure any new agreements you make are fair and, if relevant, legally verified.

OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 21

A change of environment and more romance, fun and music will appeal. A development at home or with family may be intense and involve a lovely reunion or trip. The more flexible you are with your response to events, the better for you, as otherwise a stalemate may be reached in a domestic context, potentially even at Christmas.

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CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 19

You’ll appreciate the chance to be more spontaneous. A reunion or romantic involvement will bring strong feelings out, as you may need to accommodate someone’s point of view as you consider your path forward. For some, developments will revolve around money.

Be true to your heart and your decisions will be perfect.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 20 - FEBRUARY 18

You’ll appreciate the chance to enjoy an interest, hobby or friendship more.

However, a reunion or a return to an old haunt may produce strong emotions towards Christmas. You’ll feel closer to someone you admire but may need to make changes in your routine to accommodate a fresh arrangement or schedule. A debt may also be repaid.

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AUGUST 23 - SEPTEMBER 22

NOVEMBER 22 - DECEMBER 21

FEBRUARY 19 - MARCH 20

You are about to take a fresh direction in your life, so be versatile and embrace fresh ideas. This could be a passionate or intense time and romance will proliferate – but so too could arguments, so avoid conflict. An area of your life you share, such as space at home or finances, will be in the spotlight as your priorities change.

Sunday’s full moon points to a fresh chapter in a key relationship. Changes at home or a trip will bring you together with people you love. Avoid overspending, as you’ll regret the debt. Similarly, a personal matter or trip is best approached calmly to avoid tension and drama snowballing. Your efforts will be worthwhile.

Sunday’s full moon brings a fresh chapter domestically, and it may involve a trip or a reunion. Romance will flourish and you’ll enjoy socialising and networking. If you feel conflict is brewing, you’ll know to avoid dramas. You may receive key news financially or from an organisation that will encourage you to make longoverdue changes.

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• 600ml double cream • 2 tbls icing sugar, sifted • 4 x 85g packs strawberry jelly • 1 large punnet strawberries

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3. Pour the jelly evenly among six serving glasses, place 4-6 pieces of cut strawberries into each glass and refrigerate until the jelly has set – approximately two hours.

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4. Place a layer of cream into each glass on top of the jelly, followed by a layer of sponge cake, another small layer of cream and then a layer of mixed berries.

5. Lastly, place a generous portion of cream on top of the mixed berries. Serve immediately.

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lamb before carving. Resting the lamb will bring the internal temperature up a few degrees as it will continue to cook when it rests.

5. Minted peas:

In a saucepan over medium heat, drizzle some olive oil, add spring onions and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add blanched peas and butter and coarsely crush with a fork, keeping some whole. Take off heat and stir through the chopped mint. Season to taste.

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Hooked On Fishing

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WITH holidays coming, and already here for some, I wanted to use the column this week to encourage you all to get out and about and explore the wonderful area we've got right on our doorstep.

Something I noticed not long after I purchased the shop here was that I'd never realised just how many people came to the Moreton Bay Region and particularly the peninsula, for day trips, weekends and holidays. This made me recognise how much I took for granted living in such a beautiful area and also that I'd never truly appreciated how fortunate my mates and I were to grow up here.

Having always had a love of the outdoors and the water, I've got countless memories of things I've seen and experienced that I'd never have had if I'd been sitting at home looking at a screen.

Dolphins jumping and turning somersaults, dugong, turtles, stingrays, a myriad of birdlife, fish and sharks are some of the sights we've all got access to from land and that those not fortunate enough to reside in our region, will pay handsomely to see.

Head down to the sandflats for a walk through the water or out amongst one of the many rocky outcrops around the peninsula and take the time to really look at what's right underneath your feet.

Taking kids to these locations can keep them entertained for hours as they invariably see much more than we adults

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do. Trapped fish waiting for the tide to free them, crabs, octopus, worms, slugs, jellyfish etc all swimming around in usually crystal clear rock pools are all interesting to the little ones.

So, these holidays, slow down, take your time and get out there and appreciate what we've got right here.

You could do a lot worse than sparking an interest and a love and appreciation of the outdoors that could last your kids for life. It's right here under our noses.

Slow down, relax, and enjoy your holidays.

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FISHING REPORT • Bait is increasing after the rain, with our summer pelagics starting to appear underneath them.

• Summer whiting are still patchy but the results are there for those willing to put in the time and cover the ground with quite a few fish in the mid to high thirties and several around the 40cm mark.

• Flathead around the peninsula.

• Squire and snapper on the inshores, off the rocky points and the occasional fish off the jetties.

• School mackerel becoming more consistent on the inshore reefs, jetties and also further afield in the bay for the boaties.

• Mangrove Jack are firing with a couple of nice fish well into the forties.

• Plenty of mud and sand crabs on the move in Bramble Bay, Deception Bay and in the rivers and creeks.

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ANOTHER of our favourite festive seafoods are bugs. Not the flying kind, but rather the Moreton Bay bug and the Balmain bug.

These animals are more commonly called slipper lobsters in other parts of the world. The Balmain bug tends to be broader and flatter than the Moreton Bay bug. Balmain bugs extend from about Bundaberg south to the NSW/Victoria border, while Moreton Bay bugs are abundant in offshore waters along the entire Queensland coast.

There are two species of Moreton Bay bug that are sold together – the “mud bug” and the “reef bug”. There is also more than one species of Balmain bug.

Mud bugs are generally more abundant in waters between 10 and 30m deep, while reef bugs are generally more abundant in depths between 40 and 50m.

Moreton Bay bugs are relatively short-lived, quickgrowing and quick-maturing.

The lifespan is up to four years for the mud bug and eight years for the reef bug. They mature after about one or two years.

Females usually spawn twice during the summer, with about three months between spawning events.

After hatching, bugs have a type of larvae called a phyllosoma larvae and these larvae typically associate with

DR DAZZA jellyfish. They are thought to possibly use jellyfish for food, transport and protection.

Bugs are generally active at night, which is when they feed, and mostly stay buried in the sediment during the day.

Burying is their main method of avoiding predators. They feed on a range of other seabed invertebrates including mollusc such as saucer scallops.

Unfortunately, Moreton Bay bugs are rarely encountered by anglers. The only effective way of catching them is through trawling. They do not readily enter any baited traps or pots.

Despite their name, while they are caught in Moreton Bay, it is not an important production location for them. The waters off Townsville and Gladstone are two of the more important areas for their capture.

Given their high value for well over a decade, there has been substantial interest in farming them but farmed supply remains limited.

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AGENTS CHOICE Perfect family home!

Certainly the perfect property for those looking to enter the market, invest, or upsize into a home and location combination perfect for a growing family. This beautiful family home is ideally situated to benefit from a range of public and private schools, transport options, and all the wonderful infrastructure the North Lakes has to offer.

Modern, stylish and boasting a practical and versatile floorplan. When fine quality inclusions and ample living space combine with modern functionality, 23 Echidna Parade is the result. This property is an absolute must see!

Address: 23 Echidna Parade, NORTH LAKES

For Sale: Inspect by appointment

Price: Contact agent

In Detail

Features: • Multiple living spaces • Large back yard • Stones throw from parkland

Agent: Ryan Suhle – 0427 706 699 Ray White North Lakes

Wishing you all a safe and

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Style and comfort 12A Fourth Ave, Scarborough WITH your own private pool and views overlooking Moreton Bay, this two-story property would be perfect for a family who enjoys the water.

A short walk from the Scarborough foreshore, this newly built home features 351.56sqm of living space on a 405sqm block.

Sparkling blue water from the inground concrete pool that can be seen from every room downstairs creates a soothing entry.

The ground floor is also home to the laundry, a powder room, separate bathroom and a multipurpose room.

There are also two bedrooms, both with walk-inrobes and ensuites.

The larger studio bedroom has a kitchenette and access to the private patio area. It could be used as a guest suite for extended family or a space for holiday makers to rent.

Upstairs you will find a combined dining and lounge area that flows out to the deck, which is large enough for outdoor seating and plenty of standing room when you have guests over.

A large island bench distinguishes the kitchen from the living area. The kitchen includes a built-in twin oven and microwave, dishwasher, and a customised wine fridge. Adjacent to the kitchen is a butler’s pantry with ample storage.

Down the hall from the living/dining areas are two

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Private inspections with qualified buyers only.

AUCTION Tuesday, January 11 at 5.30pm.

Contact: Brett Mason at Harcourts North Lakes 0432 735 537 brett.mason@harcourts.com.au

The ledger has never been more unbalanced and the gap between those that have and those that don’t is growing rapidly wider.

It’s for this reason that my final message for 2021 is directed to those that have had a good year. If you’ve had a good year, I’d like you to reflect on how you can help others. There are plenty of organisations that always need support.

Whether it’s the Salvo’s, your local Church group or my choice The Breakfast Club at Redcliffe, please give generously and pay it forward, you never know when you may need the kindness in return.

To my colleagues, clients, competitors and anyone that enjoys reading this local paper, until next year, stay safe and remember to be kind. From all of us at One Agency Redcliffe we wish you all the very best for the festive season and look forward to seeing you in 2022.

Have a great week!

Stephan Siegfried 0433 660 086

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bedrooms, including the main suite, and a separate bathroom.

The main bedroom offers style and comfort, with a large designer walk-in-robe and ensuite with a separate bath and shower.

Additional features include zoned ducted airconditioning, intercom, two clothesline areas, storage under the house and a triple car garage.

Harcourts North Lakes/Mango Hill business owner Brett Mason said Scarborough had an abundance of amenities for families to enjoy.

“Scarborough is a highly sought-after area with the marina, cafes, bars, the boat club, and walking paths all the way along the coast of Moreton Bay,” he said.

Christmas 2021 message With the end of the year almost upon us it’s a good time to reflect on the year that has been. To describe 2021 as another life-changing year for most people is not a stretch. There have been so many moments of hope but this has also been punctuated by worry, stress and fear. In one big respect we can consider ourselves so lucky. Compared to the rest of the world, our region in South East Queensland (at least up to this point) has faired better than most.

Getting onto property. From a residential property market point of view, the economic impact of super low interest rates and low-stock availability has seen house prices sky rocket in our region. New sales price records have become the norm. I wake up almost every morning pinching myself; the growth this year has been phenomenal and beyond most people’s wildest imaginations.

For those that own property, consider yourself fortunate. For those that own multiple properties, it’s been a bit like winning the lottery. But for every winner there are others for whom the boom in property prices has not delivered the same joy. I genuinely feel for first home buyers who have been saving for years only to see prices rocket out of reach in a matter of months. I feel for tenants.

Rents continue to rise and wages growth has not followed. We are seeing people economically forced out of homes that they can no longer afford to rent. For some the struggle to pay rent means doing without even the basics.

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ISSUE 31 // DECEMBER 15, 2021 67 Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe QLD 4020 (07) 3060 7707 belleproperty.com/redcliffe

WOODY POINT 104/14 Oxley Avenue

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- Modern apartment in sought-after Point Plaza complex - Light-filled lounge and dining with air-conditioning - Modern kitchen including sleek cabinetry, stainless appliances and stone - Massive wrap-around outdoor entertaining including multiple covered and open-air spaces as well as water views

- Endearing home with original owner - 1970’s build in original condition and superb opportunity for profit-boosting upgrade - Multiple living spaces in a classic high-set layout - Original kitchen plus spacious dining - Covered balcony plus covered rear patio

Clinton Viertel 0401 200 222 belleproperty.com/redcliffe

Clinton Viertel 0401 200 222 belleproperty.com/redcliffe

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- Covered rear alfresco deck overlooking large, fenced yard with 2 bay shed

- 9 offers - Street record by 12%

- Three upstairs bedrooms; plus study and multi purpose rooms set up as bedrooms

Clinton Viertel 0401 200 222 belleproperty.com/redcliffe

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901 SOLD $1,200,000

SOLD BY DIANNE CLARKE & TEAM - Quality Mick Drew built home - Large private East facing undercover alfresco - Colossal grassed backyard with plenty of space for kids and pets to play - Stunning resort in-ground pool - New 6.6kw solar system

Dianne Clarke 0418 767 853 belleproperty.com/redcliffe

NEWPORT 85 Quay Circuit WATERFRONT LUXURY WITH UNRIVALLED OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING + HUGE ROOFTOP TERRACE!

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SOLD BY DIANNE CLARKE & TEAM - Refined single level with high-end detailing throughout - Open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining on beautiful hybrid timber floors - Double garage with wi-fi controlled door - Separate soundproof plush media room - Deluxe kitchen with exceptional storage and 40mm stone benchtop

Dianne Clarke 0418 767 853 belleproperty.com/redcliffe

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- Outstanding custom built designer home with high-calibre design features - Deluxe kitchen with gourmet appliances, refined joinery, extensive stone and wine cellar - Open-plan lounge and dining plus separate media and additional large retreat/games room

- Fully fenced, including double-sided access to the back yard that can fit a parked caravan or boat - Open plan lounge, kitchen & dining on tiled floors - Architecturally designed outdoor entertaining zone with timber features and tiled flooring - In-ground swimming pool with landscaped surrounds and fenced backyard

Dianne Clarke 0418 767 853 belleproperty.com/redcliffe

Dianne Clarke 0418 767 853 belleproperty.com/redcliffe

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Dianne understands the emotions of selling a house and she goes above and beyond to help the seller feel supported. She endeavours to get the best

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AGENTS CHOICE Amazing bespoke beach front residence An enviable location with an extensive vista spanning from the Port of Brisbane to Bribie Island. This high end apartment boasts spectacular sunrises and magical views to Moreton Island, where even the sand dunes are visible on a clear day.

This magnificent apartment provides 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 car spaces and dedicated lockable storage. With a generous living area opening onto the balcony providing plenty of opportunity to enjoy the Peninsula lifestyle or entertain family and friends, alternatively take advantage of the recessed dining area for a more formal option.

Ready to occupy now, Crown Properties presents the ultimate in Peninsula living.

Address: 10/109 Margate Parade, MARGATE

For Sale: Inspect by appointment

Price: Offers Over $1,149,000

Features:

In Detail

• High end designer finishes • Gourmet kitchen with stone bench tops, breakfast bar and quality appliances • Separate laundry with dryer • Control 4 system, air-conditioning • Spectacular Moreton Bay views • A short stroll to cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping

Agent: Warwick Stansfield – 0403 585 588 or Ian McLachlan – 0419 781 834 Crown Properties

CENTURY 21

Season's Greetings from the C21 Team

CENTURY 21 - Maddies Hermans 99-101 Landsborough Avenue, Scarborough QLD 4020 0414 738 814 | 07 3880 0033 | c21.com.au/scarborough

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AGENTS CHOICE Don’t be deceived – the home is large and lovely Sitting high on hill in a quiet street close to shops, schools, public transport and the beach this classic home deserves your attention.

The home has been extremely well cared for by the original owners and is move in ready. However, any smart buyer can see the amazing potential to make this home a modern beauty. The space is already there inside and out, and the layout is functional and family friendly.

This one has a great solid structure and has been fastidiously maintained by the proud original owners. To put it simply it is a tidy and honest property in which anyone would be lucky to call home.

Address: 37 Weaber Street, Clontarf

Inspect: Saturday 18 December - 9:00-9:30am

In Detail

Price: Offers over $749,000

Agent: Rachele Jones – 0432 837 733 Jan Jones Real Estate

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AGENTS CHOICE Grandeur design on a large tranquil setting Well this certainly is taking up-sizing to a whole new level! Upon arrival through the remote controlled gates, this grand residence simply imposes an amazing presence from the street but it is what you can’t see from there that will really impress. Boasting an impressive 644m2 of internal living space and 232m2 of external, the size and space that is on offer here is large enough to accommodate a small army.

Address: 183-185 High Road, BURPENGARY EAST

For Sale: Inspect by appointment

Price:

In Detail

Offers Over $1,850,000

Agent: Ian McLachlan - 0419 781 834 or Matt Burton - 0421 982 804 Crown Properties

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AGENTS CHOICE Waterfront luxury with unrivalled outdoor entertaining + huge rooftop terrace!

Crafted to impeccable standards with dedicated attention paid to edgy design elements, this superlative home offers a tranquil waterfront sanctuary within an elite and coveted location. Exuding a moody sophistication, this young residence exemplifies outdoor entertaining and luxury living culminating in a unique, high calibre market opportunity.

Custom designed with meticulous attention to quality and detail, no expense has been spared to ensure the highest of quality inclusions throughout. Manicured landscaping and a head-turning architectural design combine to produce impressive street appeal and cement the feeling that you’ve truly arrived somewhere special.

Address: 85 Quay Circuit, NEWPORT

For Sale:

In Detail

For Sale – Viewing as advertised or by appointment

Agent: Dianne Clarke – 0418 767 853 Clinton Viertel – 0401 200 222 Belle Property Redcliffe

New Donnybrook Estate Secure your block in this new seaside estate in Donnybrook • Situated on the corner of Ann St and Alice St, Donnybrook • Only 6 lots left - 27 lots in total - 21 sold - don’t miss out • Lots range from 432m2 to 786m2 • Build your beautiful home with Goldengrove builders • Quality craftsmanship, hassle free, great service • Various designs for individual needs and wants • Quality fittings and fixtures • Land from $302,000 – house from $312,700

TO ALL MY CLIENTS

Merry As we reflect on 2021, I would like to acknowledge and thank those that have supported and trusted me this year - it is very much appreciated!

ALL TYPES OF LISTINGS NEEDED

LOTS OF BUYERS AROUND 85 Landsborough Ave, Scarborough www.boomersrealty.com.au

Contact Marietta on 0418 834 090 to secure your new house and land in Donnybrook.

I hope you have a fun, happy and safe holiday season ahead

Loren Mulholland 0422 184 116 @listwithloren

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ISSUE 31 // DECEMBER 15, 2021

North Lakes

We wish to thank All that sold and purchased their home with us Those who referred their families and friends to us Our landlords and tenants for their continued support The community for all of your support this year

Have a very Merry Christmas, stay safe and have fun We are open this festive season.

North Lakes 6/25 Discovery Dr, North Lakes QLD 4509 northlakes@harcourts.com.au | Ph: 3491 7180

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4 bed 1 bath 1  372 Flinders Parade, Brighton Opportunities on the Brighton waterfront are rarely offered. This gorgeous home just oozes charm but has also been updated with some fabulous modern touches. With the luxury of having 180 degree views out to Moreton Bay, lifestyle is paramount with a location of this calibre. This is a great opportunity to secure an amazing waterfront property.

Inspect: www.cpqld.com.au For Sale: Offers Over $1,599,000

Matt Burton 0421 982 804

NEW

3 bed 1 bath 1  3/38 Boardman Road, Kippa-Ring You will love the convenience of this well presented home. Located in a quiet complex of three, and set at the rear, this stylish home is instantly welcoming and boasts a spacious air conditioned open plan lounge and dining, modern kitchen with loads of cupboards and three large bedrooms all with built-ins.

Inspect: www.cpqld.com.au For Sale: Offers Over $395,000

NEW 2 bed 1 bath 1 

84/462 Beams Road, Fitzgibbon This delightful home offers you plenty of space, security and privacy, and is situated just a short stroll to all the amenities that this superb retirement village features. Located approx. 14km from the city centre on Brisbane’s North side and in close proximity to shopping centres, medical centres trains and bus.

Inspect: www.cpqld.com.au For Sale: $255,000

Janice Gribben 0431 193 018

Janice Gribben 0431 193 018

5/42 Oyster Point Esplanade, Scarborough Located on the sought after Scarborough waterfront, this three bedroom apartment gives you the opportunity to live the lifestyle that locals have been keeping secret for many years. This apartment is situated in a boutique complex of only 6 apartments and is located at the rear of the building overlooking the stunning bay views and afternoon sunsets.

Inspect: www.cpqld.com.au For Sale: Offers Over $599,000

Ian McLachlan 0419 781 834 Matt Burton 0421 982 804

NEW 4 bed 2 bath 2 

3 Lackmann Crescent, Mango Hill Situated in the desirable Capestone Estate in Mango Hill, this 4 bedroom home has been thoughtfully designed and completed with premium finishing’s.

The property is conveniently located to the Mango Hill East train station, St. Benedict’s School, Capestone Village Shops and all the wonderful infrastructure the North Lakes/ Mango Hill area has to offer.

Inspect: www.cpqld.com.au For Sale: Offers Over $725,000

3 bed 2 bath 1 

Warwick Stansfield 0403 585 588 Ian McLachlan 0419 781 834

3 bed 2 bath 2  10/109 Margate Parade, Margate This high end apartment boasts spectacular sunrises and magical views to Moreton Island, where even the sand dunes are visible on a clear day. This magnificent apartment provides 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 car spaces. With a generous living area opening onto the balcony.

Warwick Stansfield Inspect: www.cpqld.com.au For Sale: Offers Over $1,149,000 Ian McLachlan

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Stone’s the hard man for Dolphins THE Dolphins NRL franchise has secured hard-hitting Parramatta Eels’ forward Ray Stone for its entry to the NRL competition.

Stone will leave the Eels at the end of season 2022 after being targeted by Dolphins’ head coach Wayne Bennett.

He has agreed to terms on a two-year deal with the Dolphins, lining him up to be part of the new club’s inaugural seasons of 2023 and 2024.

RAY STONE Born: 6 June 1997 (Moss Vale, NSW) Height: 180cm

Weight: 95kg NRL games: 28 (2018-21) NRL tries: 2

Rep honours: Australian Schoolboys tour to England 2014; NSW Under-20s team 2017; Junior Kangaroos 2017 Since making his NRL debut in 2018, the tireless middle forward has appeared in 28 NRL matches for the Eels, including play-

ing in their two NRL finals appearances in September.

The 24-year-old played lock for the NSW under-20s State of Origin team in 2017,

the same year he played for the Junior Kangaroos.

He also represented his country as an Australian Schoolboy.

Dolphins’ NRL franchise chief executive Terry Reader said Stone was a strong acquisition for the new club, and one that had been shortlisted early.

“We need to build some depth to the squad we will ultimately enter the competition with, and Ray is just

the type of player we are looking for,” Reader said.

“He is one of the most feared defenders in the NRL and when we sat down to talk about recruitment, Ray Stone was one of the first players that Wayne Bennett spoke about.

“Ray has gained some good NRL experience with the Eels and also covers the hooker position.

“We look forward to him joining the Dolphins when

we begin pre-season training in November next year.”

Stone becomes the second current NRL player to commit to the Dolphins after the signing of State of Origin second rower Felise Kaufusi.

The Dolphins are the first new franchise admitted to the NRL since 2007 and will play their first game in March 2023.

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Padres‘ final hopes dented by Demons REDCLIFFE Padres found the Demons too hot to handle in last week’s women’s grand final at Talobilla Park.

The visitor’s gun pitcher Sam Sullivan threw a faultless game as Narangba

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Padres still took credit for their efforts with Kate Oppatt having a “great outing on the hump” and Kirsty Dyson, at shortstop, bravely saved several runs.

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Padres only had one loss all season, which was a remarkable effort under coach Jason Kilby, a Division One player, who hit a threerun homerun on Friday night to secure victory.

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Nate races to Winter Series NATE Wood, pictured above, has finished his 2021 season on the winner’s podium in Bundaberg.

The nine-year-old from Woody Point took the speedway go karts Winter Series with dominating drives throughout.

He finished second, first and second in his three heats, starting from position two twice and from fifth in the final heat.

That gave him second place on the starting grid for the feature race where he went straight into the lead and was never caught.

The Winter Series is usually over three monthly meetings, but was disrupted by the weather this year.

Nate adds it to the annual Des Carsburg Memorial Cup sub-junior which he won at Nudgee last month.

Vanessa and Isabella Horwell and Cailtlin Borchert.

Joel and Jake McGilvary

REDCLIFFE Leagues Softball Association was in the pink earlier this month in support of the Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA).

Players wore pink in a special fundraiser to help the BCNA inform, support, connect and represent all Australians affected by breast cancer. Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australian women. More than 20,000 women are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer this year as well as over 170 men.

More pictures at moretondaily.com.au

Power sign more players PENINSULA Power has continued its recruitment drive for the 2022 NPL Queensland season.

Former Brisbane Roar duo Solomon Weldemarian and Harry Talbot are among the latest newcomers to the premiers’ squad.

Weldemarian, 19, is a highly-rated forward who was born on Thursday Island and lived in the Netherlands Midfielder Talbot, who missed part of last season through injury, captained the Roar Youth team.

Brodie Boyce, a central defender, is also ex-Brisbane Roar but has joined Power from fellow NPL side Sunshine Coast Wanderers.

Power’s FQPL women’s now includes Kirrilly Phillips who has signed from AC Carina.

Fun in sun at Scarborough MEMBERS were out in force at Scarborough Bowls Club for their Saturday Social games.

Among the players was Ron Golenski, a long-time club member who is now 92.

The club greens were also in fine condition, despite the recent heavy rain.

Stephen Archer was there to capture the action.

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New date for Junior Classic REDCLIFFE golfers Mattys Visser and Kieren Kronenberg will have to wait until next month before tee-ing off in the Cameron Smith Junior Classic.

The tournament, now in its fifth year, was postponed last Friday, just hours before the start, after torrential overnight rain hit the area. Officials are looking to hold the classic in January.

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Cheryl’s key Grand Slam role STORY NICK CROCKFORD CHERYL Jenkins will spend two weeks at the Australian Open next month - with “no time to watch the tennis”.

The former Redcliffe resident will be in Melbourne in a key role as Chief Umpire of the first Grand Slam tournament of 2022.

Mrs Jenkins handles the administration and appointments of around 400 match officials which are needed for the event which which dates back to 1905.

Then each day, from January 17-30, she will be in the Chief Umpire’s room at

Melbourne Park monitoring matches.

“We look at them on screens, but there’s no time to actually watch the tennis,” Mrs Jenkins said. “we’re actually watching the officials.”

It will be her third year in the role having been appointed in 2019 as the Australian Open’s first female Chief Umpire.

Mrs Jenkins told Tennis Australia she was “honoured and privileged” to be given the role, saying what started as a hobby has had a “great impact” on her life.

It all began at Redcliffe Tennis Centre on Oxley Ave

playing with her parents, kins joked. “I was just a mum to airport to collect the Australian Open and 13 brothers, friends and rela- club player, playing fix- players arriving for tourna- years on the tournament’s tives. Mrs Jenkins comes tures. I knew I wasn’t going ments,” Mrs Jenkins said.

Chief Umpire team. to be world number one.” from a tennis family.

“When I started getting Such service was recogHowever, she was Red- too old to be ball kid, I was nised recently at the 2021 Her mum Annette cliffe SHS girls’ tennis looking for a part-time Queensland Sports Awards Herbener has run champion and brother job and being an official where Mrs Jenkins was the Friday soBryan the boys’ win- seemed the best option.” cial sessions at named Qld Sport Official of ner in possibly the Redcliffe for 21 Starting as a line umpire, the Year (see picture left). only time siblings Mrs Jenkins worked her “I’ve been to great cities years and fahave won both way up to travelling the in the world and have so ther Ed was titles in the world as an international many wonderful memopresident of same year. the club. chair umpire. ries, but it is a lot of travel, “Mum and “I still She has officiated at Wim- hotels and time away from Dad were in- bledon, the French Open at family,” she said. have a volved with Roland Garros, US Open, However, Mrs Jenkins scar on tennis and Olympic Games in Sydney has not forgotten her sportmy left I’d go with and Beijing and Common- ing roots and was recently arm from the old fencwealth Games in Dehli. back at Redcliffe Tennis PHOTO: ROGER ing there!”

PHILLIPS – Profile Her tally is now 27 years Centre helping umpires Mrs Jenas a tennis official, 25 with during a tournament.

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Personal bests tumble for Southern Cross SOUTHERN Cross swimmers have made a fine start to the McDonald’s Queensland Championships this week.

The Scarborough-based club had 14 swimmers in the opening day’s relays, all teams clocked personal best times by between 2.47 seconds and 5 seconds.

The swimmers were Alia de Leeuw, Zoe Wright, Sami Chandler, Tabitha Borger, Issah George, Esme Hearsum, Ella Sweeney, Maddie Kouvaras, Amelie Hoefel, Kai Harris, Jacob de Leeuw, Rohan Fenwick, Luke McDonald and Barry Pope.

Pope swam the morning session for Southern Cross and based on his 1.

2. season’s performance was then invited to repre- 1. Barry Pope at LC Champs. | 2. BACK ROW: Jayden Hadler, Barry Pope, Kai Harris, Jacob de Leeuw, Luke McDonald, Spencer Harrold. MIDDLE ROW: Alia de sent Brisbane.

Leeuw, Maddison Kouvaras, Sami Chandler, Zoe Wright. FRONT ROW: Amelie Hoefel, Issah George, Esme Hearsum, Ella Sweeney, Tabitha Borger.

With three others he won gold for Brisbane against Gold Coast, Far North Qld, Darling Downs, North Qld, Wide Bay, Central Qld. It adds to a year in which he has broken club records (some 11 years old) including one by coach Jayden Hadler.

Southern Cross has 17 swimmers at the January 11-17 titles. It is the largest 1.

2.

3. team since former Olympian Hadler became head 1. Grace team members Max Cunningham, Samuel Baker, Lucas Procenca-Faulkner, Keenan Martin. | 2. Hayley Webber, Freya Shaw, Olivia Agafonov, coach in 2018/19.

Alexander McCrae. 3. Olivia Smith with her medal.

Golden start for Grace at state titles GRACE swimmers Max Cunningham and Olivia Smith each won medals on the opening days of the Queensland Championships at Chandler.

Both were selected for the Brisbane Relay team.

Max’s team won gold in the freestyle and medley relays while Olivia collected a bronze medal.

The Brisbane Boys relay team also broke a record set in 2009 by three seconds with Max swimming a 26.52-second leg of the 50m freestyle.

He also won an individual silver medal in the longer 200m freestyle event.

Ten members of Rothwell-based Grace Swimming qualified for individual events at the week-long championships in Brisbane Aquatic Centre.

They are Ebony Campbell (3 events), Max Cunningham (8), Lauren Dymond (1), Soya Foroush (1), Keenan Martin (1), Elailah Rodd (5), Alia Shaw (5), Lily Smith (5), Olivia Smith (5).

Unfortunately, Macey Lawler (6) had to withdraw from the championships.

Hannah’s four-some start HANNAH Tretheway has made a superb start to her career with Hantokan Judo Club.

The eight-year-old from Scarborough has won two gold, one silver and one bronze medal from the four competitions she has entered.

The most recent was in November when she won gold in the Girls’ Under 26kg division at the South Queensland Regional Judo

competition at Spring Hill.

“Judo is fun and I’ve made lots of new friends in the class,” Hannah said.

I enjoy practicing the throws and it feels good when I do them in competition.”

“I like training and competing and want to keep improving.”

Hannah started judo three years ago with Hantokan Judo Club, in Redcliffe PCYC and was

recently graded to her yellow-orange belt, the fifth belt for juniors.

She trains one night a week and combines judo with playing cricket and soccer.

Hantokan Head Instructor Chris Swalwell said training restarts on January 25 and all are welcome to attend.

For further information contact Chris Swalwell on 0407 963793.

PHOTO DOMINIKA LIS | Hannah Tretheway proudly shows her medals

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Hardman calls out Zerafa

Sport Briefs Josh for juniors

PAGE 56 // STORY CONTINUED “I think everyone here knows what’s next, I’m going to smash that Michael Zerafa.”

Melbourne-based Zerafa, who has won 28 of his 32 fights, holds the WBA Oceania Middleweight and WBO Oriental Middleweight titles.

He is ranked eight in the world by the World Boxing Association (WBA). Hardman is currently ranked 10 by the International Boxing Federation (IBF).

Hardman, undefeated with 12 wins from 12 fights, also holds the IBF Australasian Middleweight title and Australian title.

Online boxing records list the fight date as Wednesday April 6, but the venue has yet to be revealed.

It is reward for the “massive risk” Hardman took against Stowe, knowing one punch could derail his world title hopes.

He said before the fight: “I’m in the conversation of having world title fights.

Lose this and there goes Christmas … but you’ve got to risk it for the biscuit, as they say!”

Hardman dominated and finished the fight in four PHOTOS STEPHEN ARCHER | Action from Raptors/Stingrays’ semi-finals. For more pictures from the matches visit moretondaily.com.au rounds.

Looking for big finish PENINSULA will be looking to rediscover its early season form when Cleveland Thornlands arrive at Filmer Park on Saturday.

The one-day fixture completes the 2021 section of the first Community Cricket Championship.

Peninsula beat Indooroopilly in round two but have not added to that and are at the bottom of the table.

Cleveland are just above them.

At the weekend Peninsula skittled Ashgrove for 125 with James Smith taking 4-17. But the hosts dismissed Peninsula for 97 despite Luke Hedger’s 36.

Raptors’ pride in season of firsts STORY NICK CROCKFORD

MORETON Bay Raptors are celebrating a season of firsts in Gridiron Queensland.

This year Raptors/Spartans Men and Mixed teams reached semi-finals for the first time and Juniors made the Sunbowl final.

Raptors/Spartans Juniors went down 28-12 to Gold Coast Stingrays on Saturday, but it took little

shine off an excellent year.

They reached the Sunbowl with a 26-6 victory over Logan Bears thanks to an opening quarter, 15-yard touchdown from running back Kazioa Newick-Matthews Quarter-back Tom Huber fired a long touchdown pass to wide receiver Newick-Matthews before Raptors/Spartans took control in the last two quarters.

Head coach Vinny Tupi

said it was a “solid performance across all facets of the game” with “pressure and control” sealing their place in the Sunbowl final.

The men’s team went down 31-18 to Brisbane Rhinos in their semi-final with Tupi describing it as “one of our best games of the season”.

It was only in the last five minutes that Rhinos ensured victory in a closefought match full of “terrif-

ic textbook plays from both teams” said Tupi.

The coach also highlighted Ben Gough running through the Brisbane Rhinos defence, wide receiver Max Schlatter taking a deep pass to open the scoring Nathan Tunafai and Robbie Barwick making crucial interceptions .

“What a finish considering we were struggling to field a team from the start,” Tupi said.

Growing support for new open water swim ENTRIES are rolling in from across Queensland for the first Suttons Beach Pavilion Swim on Australia Day next year.

The event, run by SSG (Suttons Swim Group) Multisports Club, will feature 4km, 2km, 1km races as well as a family fun inflatables swim, at 6am.

There will be prizes for winners and live music is planned for the day.

Oli Thomson, co-owner

of sponsor Suttons Beach Pavilion, said the swim had been set up as the Australia Day activities were moving to Scarborough in 2022.

“We felt we needed to put something on for the community in Redcliffe,” Mr Thomson said.

“Given how many active healthy people we have and our proximity to the water, a swim event seemed logical.”

Mr Thomson said Sut-

tons Beach Pavilion had a long association with SSG Multisports Club, hosting events and meetings.

In return, club members supported the Pavilion in the pandemic, especially when it could only provide takeaway food.

SSG MultiSport has three swims per week and welcomes newcomers Visit pavilionswim.com.au

North Lakes Kangaroos rugby league club is now taking registrations for the 2022 season. Josh Williams has been appointed the club’s junior coaches’ co-ordinator.

Visit Kangaroo’s Facebook page for more.

Training starts

Redcliffe Tigers Senior Women have started their pre-season training for the 2022 AFL campaign. Sessions are open to all players. Under 17s are encouraged to attend in the new year.

Visit Tigers’ Facebook page for more information.

Tag20 Cup

Moreton Bay Raiders rugby league club is hosting the one-day men’s and mixed Tag20 rugby Bayside Cup on January 22 at its ground in Deception Bay. Visit the club’s website for more details.

Discount deal

The Lakes FC is offering early bird registration fees in December. Register and pay in full by the end of this year and there is a $20 discount.

For more visit The Lakes FC Facebook page.

Auskick at Eels

North Lakes Eels is taking registrations for an Auskick introductory program for those aged 5-12. The eightweek program, starting February 26, 2022, is designed to build skills and have fun. Cost $90, footy, pump, bag, posters included.

Visit Eels Facebook page for more.

Register now

Redcliffe Padres are now taking registrations for the women’s January-March eightweek season. No experience necessary, open to those aged 15 and over.

Cost $225.

Visit facebook.com/redcliffepadres to register.

Brooke wins

Brooke Cooper, who has sparred at Redcliffe Boxing Club, won her second fight since switching from Muay Thai. The Burpengary resident beat the experienced Amanda Klein in a non-title fight at 60kgs at Eatons Hill Hotel on December 4.

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Members of the Suttons Swim Group ready for a dip in the waters off the peninsula.

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Hardman sights on Zerafa ISAAC Hardman, pictured, has the Christmas present he wanted – a fight against Michael Zerafa.

Hardman’s manager Eddie Kocwa said the middleweights are to meet in April in a bout which may be a stepping-stone to a world title shot.

Redcliffe-born Hardman, who grew up in Deception Bay and Caboolture, called for the fight within seconds of stopping Adam Stowe earlier this month.

The Headsplitter, who lives in Bald Hills, remains unbeaten after dominating for four rounds in Fortitude Valley before Stowe’s

Raptors so close to glory corner threw in the towel.

“That was awesome right here in Brisbane,” Hardman, 25, said, “I hit him with some qualities – and he was good for it.

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Moreton Bay Raptors’ bid for a grand finale to a superb gridiron season fell just short on Saturday in the Sunbowl.

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