The LOCAL News, Island and Surrounds Issue 106

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Ariana Doolan LNP candidate Pg 8

21/08/2024 - Issue 106

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Welcome to Issue 106.

Hello readers!

Bribie Island State School is turning 100, with celebrations being held this Saturday August 24. There will be loads of activities on and off the stage, including a time capsule and memorial wall which you can purchase a personalised brick for. Alistair’s feature article covers the school’s history and details of an informative conversation with the current school principal.

During this Issue we celebrate Father’s Day and Sheree has written a lovely story to honour all the dads in the region.

Again Bribie Island is placed on the map as our locals prepare to host some matches as part of the Australian National Golf Croquet Tournament from August 28 to September 8.

Sheree recaps the results of the independent review into paediatric care at Caboolture Hospital.

Fantastic works are being carried out by our local council with the first stage of Bellara (Sylvan Beach) beautification completed and further works in progress allowing locals and visitors more opportunities to enjoy our beautiful coastline.

The new ‘Go bin’ service for your garden organics is greatly appreciated by some and not so by others. Unfortunately the ‘opt out’ period has now passed, leaving some residents annoyed about the additional cost.

As usual, we cover a wide variety of local issues, while showcasing our local businesses. It is our local businesses who make this publication possible, so please support them.

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Education matters, good education matters even more.

If education is the bedrock of society, even more so than politics and religion, why is our society now in such a terrible mess? Has something gone amiss with the very bedrock of society, our education system?

Consider just two questions: “If our politicians have created the current educational model for our nation’s future with a National Curriculum, NAPLAN and its MySchool website to make Parent Choice their preferred option and they have, how is it that it is in such a diabolical mess?” and “Are we expecting too much of our schools?”

No politician will answer the first, the second gets a resounding Yes from most quarters. Many schools now operate with teacher shortages managing disruptors including iPhones, pornography, drugs, sexual abuse, knives, vapes, social media abuse and bullying, physical and domestic violence.

One wonders when our teachers get a minute to breathe! “What about the kids?”, you may ask.

When an education system leaves so many of its participants disenchanted and disillusioned, often leading to their disengagement, possibly ending in their disenfranchisement, even their withdrawal from society with disastrous results, maybe it’s time to find some answers.

Our ‘Bridge from Bribie’ national survey welcomes your ideas to address the current role of our schools. Please email them to bljones@bigpond.com Bruce Bribie Island Mandated The Oxford dictionary states that ‘mandated’ means to give someone authority to act in a certain way.

How much do you think our council stands to pocket from the new garden organics’ bin being mandated for properties between 300m2 and 2000m2?

Organisations normally soften you up for this sting by saying it’s far less than a cup of coffee.

That may be, but just for fun let’s use the total number of dwellings from the council website from 2021. There would

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Bribie to play host to national golf croquet tournament ships in Chesapeake Bay, Virginia in the United States of America.

Also competing in this event is another young man, Addison Matthews, who plays for Laurel Bank - a Toowoomba club. Earlier this year, Addison was the winner of the Australian Under 21 Golf Croquet Competition. Addison will also be competing in the 2024 Golf Croquet World Championships in the USA later this year.

Women’s Singles Event This runs concurrently with the men’s singles. Based on world rankings, Gabby Spencer and Mary McMahon (both Southport Club members) are ranked number one and two for this event.

Another under 25 entrant is Toowoomba’s Frances Wright.

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By Sheree Hoddinett Bribie is set to become a hive of activity as the Australian National Golf Croquet Tournament rolls onto the Island.

From August 28 to September 8, Bribie will be one of seven Sunshine Coast croquet clubs (situated from the Island up to Noosa) to host the tournament on their lawns. This event was last played on the Sunshine Coast back in 2012.

Chair of Sunshine Coast Region croquet clubs Dick Byres has been part of the Bribie Island Croquet Club for the last 10 years and is very much looking forward to the Island playing host to the tournament.

“It’s our turn, we won the hosting rights,” Byers said. “It’s a great opportunity for the Island and brings a lot of tourists in, as well as shining a light on the sport.

“Croquet is often seen as an older person’s sport, but in actual fact there are quite a lot of younger players in the mix as well.”

Golf croquet is the fastest growing version of the sport of croquet. This is due mainly to its simplicity to learn and play, however there is a certain amount of strategic skill required to be successful. Golf croquet is won by a player hitting their ball through each hoop.

Each player takes a turn at hitting a ball through the same hoop in the sequence of blue, red, black and yellow. Blue and black balls play against red and yellow.

The player or team that wins the most hoops is declared the winner.

Dick is one of eight players who will be representing Bribie at the upcoming tournament and despite his very busy role, he still finds a bit of time to get practice in a few days a week.

“I enjoy the strategy of the game,” he said. “I’m not strong in the same way that some others can smash the ball all over the place, but the opportunity to try and outsmart others in their moves, I

really enjoy that aspect.”

This national tournament consists of four events:

This is the final event and runs for five days. Each team of five men and five women players compete against each other to see who the winner and runner will be up for this prestigious shield. In 2022 and 2023, NSW and WA vied for the title, with NSW winning both times.

Will the tables turn this year?

Queensland’s team: - Bob Martin - Gordon Giles - Ross Rillie - Greg Bury - Addison Matthews - Gabby Spencer - Mary McMahon - Jenee Molyneux - Jannene Wall - Desley Bischoff Croquet is considered a ‘low impact’ sport which incorporates strategy, mental and physical fitness. It is still a sport where men and women compete on an equal basis and attracts players of all ages.

Bribie Island Croquet Club (located in Cosmos Park - 70a Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach) welcomes anyone interested in joining the club. For further information, contact club president Jan Rees on 0437 008 042.

The gold and silver medals The top player from Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and Western Australia compete for the gold medal. Queensland’s representative is Ross Rillie, who is a member of the Headland-Buderim Club and is a long-time croquet player at national level. This year Ross will have some formidable and much younger opponents: • Jamie Gumbrell, will represent NSW. Jamie, a young woman under 25 years of age, is currently the world number one women’s golf croquet player.

• Edward Wilson, who is ranked 20th in the golf croquet world, will represent SA. Edward’s international croquet career started back in 2017 when he competed in the Under 21 World Championships. In June this year, Edward was selected as a member of Australia’s golf croquet team to play in the 2025 Golf Croquet World Team Championship Tier 1, Openshaw Shield, to be held in Tasmania.

Men’s Singles Event This event runs for four consecutive days and attracts more than 50 players from all Australian states. The Sunshine Coast is now home to the men’s world number one golf croquet player, Robert Fletcher and his brother, Malcolm Fletcher.

Robert was the winner of the 2023 men’s singles in Perth, whilst Malcolm was runner up.

These young men are also in the Australian golf team for the 2025 Golf Croquet World Team Championship Tier 1, Openshaw Shield, as well as being part of Australia’s team competing in the 2024 Golf Croquet World Champion-

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It’s Dad’s day

By Sheree Hoddinett Dad, daddy, dada, papa, pop, whatever you like to call them, there are many variants of dad roles out there. And it’s time to start searching for the funny socks, crazy ties and maybe some new undies for those important men in our lives! Yep, Father’s Day is just around the corner again, the chance to celebrate all those who fill a dad role in some way, shape or form. Unlike many other countries where Father's Day is celebrated in June, here in Australia we choose to mark this day on the first Sunday of September, coinciding with the arrival of spring.

Fathers come in different forms, with different faiths, different cultures, different abilities. There are so many different dads out there and no doubt we all have something cool about our own father that sets him apart from everyone else there. With that in mind, here are some of the many ‘types’ of dads you may find out there.

The cool dad

Aren’t they all?! Haha! Every dad likes to think he has a cool streak that makes him suave and stand out in a crowd. For his kids, this may lead to embarrassment, but for the cool dad, he takes it all in his stride.

The new dad

If it’s your first father’s day - congratulations on your new bundle of joy!

The newly appointed role that you just stepped into will probably be the most important of your life, no pressure!

Nothing is greater than holding your child for the first time, celebrating their small and big milestones and sharing the same experiences with them that you had with your own father — it makes all of those sleepless nights’ worth it!

Your dad

At the end of the day, your dad is, well, your dad. He probably doesn’t fit into any one of these types of dads, or he cycles between them on a daily to weekly basis, embarrassing you in front of your friends, telling you he isn’t that special or knowing just about everything in the world. Whether your dad is cool, embarrassing, or highly trained, he’ll love you no matter what!

While many of us will be celebrating Father’s Day with the important people in our lives, for others it’s a day where they remember the men who are no longer with us. Here’s a salute to them all!

The team at The Local wish everyone fulfilling a fatherly role out there a very Happy Father’s Day (for September 1)!

I’m sure every dad/pop/man (plus a few mums) out there has a long list of ‘dad’ jokes they like to share with anyone who will listen. They might not always be hilarious, but can be good for a few laughs.

I’m sure at one point in our lives, we’ve all cheered on (and covered our eyes) as our dad attempted to do something that only the kids should be doing! In my case, my dad thought he could take on the slip ‘n’ slide. I remember him sliding way past the end of the mat and ending up hugging our swing set.

encouraging them every step of the way!

The funny dad

The big kid

The hero

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In the eyes of a child, a father is more than just a parent – he is a hero. Fathers possess unique qualities and characteristics that make them stand out as pillars of strength and sources of inspiration for their children. From a young age, children look up to their fathers as role models and providers.

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Many years of experience enables me to identify issues related to teeth and gums and

educate our patients about their oral health.

You are probably aware of the strong link between gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis) and other systemic conditions like higher incidence of stroke and diabetes. A stitch in time saves nine…

Both my two daughters have had orthodontic treatment, fissure sealants and extractions of impacted wisdom teeth. Your children will benefit from a visit to the dental hygienist to help prevent dental decay and gum infections. Sadly, dental decay is still on the increase so the battle is not over yet! I work alongside our dentists to care for your teeth by cleaning off the calculus that grows on teeth. You may hear me compare calculus to the tough barnacles that sit under a boat and often hides under the water (under the gums). These ‘barnacles’ can lead to gum infection, bone infection and often loss of teeth. This is my forte.

At Bongaree Dental, we offer dental implants to replace lost teeth. Personally, I am the happy owner of two dental implants that have drastically improved my eating and

chewing. I can assist in taking dental x-ray photos to determine your initial situation.

Maybe you have been wondering about teeth whitening? I would be happy to have a look at your teeth and give advice accordingly.

Some years ago I invented two specialist oral care products which are available in several countries including Australia. In the past I’ve presented papers at international dental conferences on the maintenance of dental implants and how to keep periodontitis under control.

Away from work, I love to climb mountains and make mosaic art pieces. My husband and I live here on beautiful Bribie Island where you may find us glued to our binoculars while bird spotting.

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be a lot more now, but back then there were 188,326 dwellings. For simplicity, that’s 188,326 dwellings x $67 (the yearly bin charge) =$12,617,824. You don’t have to be Einstein but put simply this is a $12.6 MILLION heist in plain sight.

This already on top of a 9% rate increase and a rise in our water charges.

Am I the only one questioning this?

R Hansen Bongaree Safety of the Great Artesian Basin AgForce, a peak organisation representing Queensland’s rural producers, recently had reason to appreciate the Queensland government’s recognition of the critical importance of the Great Artesian Basin (GAB).

The GAB is one of the largest and most important groundwater reservoirs in the world. It lies beneath parts of Queensland where it supports agriculture, livestock and the drinking water needs for many communities.

The state government recently blocked Glencore/CTSCo’s plan to pump more than 300,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide industrial waste into the Basin. (Any leakage or migration of the carbon dioxide could potentially contaminate the groundwater). The state government is soon to introduce laws that would permanently ban carbon capture and storage throughout the Basin.

By prioritising the health of the GAB, the state government demonstrates a commitment to environmental sustainability, public welfare and responsible

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resource management. This decision sets a positive precedent for future policies that balance economic development with ecological preservation.

In ‘Country Life’ (June 6, 2024), AgForce recognised ‘the leadership of our state premier in going beyond the EIS (environmental impact statement) process to implement broader protections through changes to state policy settings was fantastic and he deserves to be commended for that’.

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Estimates Wrap-Up: A concerning display of government The recent ‘Budget Estimates’ hearings have uncovered some shocking revelations that highlight the Labor government’s mismanagement and lack of transparency.

$300,000 in bonuses. This is a clear example of the disconnect between Labor’s priorities and the needs of everyday Queenslanders.

One of the most jaw-dropping moments came when it was revealed that Queenslanders have paid nearly $50 million for a report into the Callide power plant explosion and CS Energy’s legal fees. Of that, $10 million was spent on a report that the Labor government tried to keep secret from you, the people of Queensland. Even more concerning, $38 million was spent on legal fees, including attempts to keep this report hidden.

To add insult to injury, while Queensland families faced soaring power bills—up nearly 20% last year—CS Energy executives pocketed

spend nearly $170,000 on private jets to fly him, the police commissioner and their entourages around Queensland.

At a time when many are struggling with rising costs of living, this kind of spending is not only wasteful but also completely out of touch. The premier defended these trips as “entirely appropriate”, but I think many in our community would disagree.

Private jets and bloated costs $50 million for a secret report Premier Steven Miles came under and legal fees fire for his government’s decision to

Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro Project: A potential money pit Another major concern is the proposed Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro

Project. Originally estimated to cost $12 billion, we now know that this ‘very early estimate’ could balloon to anywhere between $6 billion and $24 billion. That’s a staggering range and it raises serious questions about the government’s ability to manage largescale infrastructure projects. At a time when we need to be tightening our belts and ensuring every dollar is spent wisely, this kind of financial uncertainty is unacceptable.

Labor’s integrity crisis Finally, the hearings also revealed deep concerns about the government’s handling of the Brady Report into the Callide power station explosion.

Despite having access to the draft report since December 2023, Minister Mick de Brenni claimed ignorance of its damning content, which included findings on maintenance backlogs and workplace safety issues that were

mysteriously erased from the final report. This is yet another example of Labor’s lack of transparency and accountability.

These revelations from the estimates paint a clear picture of a government in chaos and crisis, struggling to manage the state’s finances and failing to be honest with the people of Queensland.

It’s clear that Labor will do and say anything to cling to power, even if it means keeping you in the dark about what’s really going on.

As your LNP candidate for Pumicestone, I am committed to fighting for transparency, accountability and responsible spending in government.

Only the LNP has the Right Plan for Queensland’s Future, including measures to restore integrity to government and end Labor’s political protection racket.

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More than just a place to find a bargain

By Sheree Hoddinett When you first walk into the Op Shop (the building behind the Bribie Island Church of Christ) you’re greeted with warm, welcoming smiles.

The dedicated team of volunteers love what they do and it shows in this little hidden gem at Bongaree. For more than 20 years, the Op Shop has been providing for the Bribie Island community and they have no intention of slowing down anytime soon.

“We have a lot of regular customers and so many visitors coming in to find a bargain,” coordinator Janelle explains.

“But we love everyone coming in, even if it’s just for a chat because they’re lonely, we’re happy to create that sense of community with a friendly and warm atmosphere. We care about each person that comes in, we’re here for people.

“Our Mission Statement, which sits proudly on the wall, is ‘reaching out to our community with the care, concern and compassion of our Saviour Jesus Christ’, because that's a big part of who we are.”

Janelle and fellow volunteer Sue are both part of the church and relish the opportunity to serve the community.

“Along with the Op Shop, we also have a food bank and we do a lot of work around domestic violence with other community groups on the Island,” Janelle said. “They’ll ask if we have some items to assist or can we help out with clothes and so we help out that way, but we’re also very quiet in the way we do things, because we just work with the community. Global Care bring their excess food items to us and they’re all free to our customers.”

Extremely humble about the role they play, these ladies are part of a team (currently 32 volunteers) who are proud to make a difference where they can.

“Volunteering is just such a beautiful thing to do. It is so satisfying,” Sue said.

“And that is why we’re all here because we love to help.”

And they’re always happy to welcome new faces to join the team.

“We don't say no,” Janelle said. “And we always have the right people that ask if they can volunteer, they just fit in perfectly.”

While donations are a big part of what they sell in the shop, you may not realise

The shop is open to the community six days a week.

Volunteers work hard behind the scenes to mend clothing.

Just a few of the friendly faces you’ll find when you visit.

they also receive factory seconds that are donated, which are repaired and washed as necessary before being placed out on the racks for customers to purchase.

“Some pieces might have a little tear or a

Volunteers are the heart and soul of the shop.

stain, they might be missing a button or have pockets on back to front,” Janelle said. “So our mending ladies work their magic and fix them so you wouldn’t even know.

“These clothes are brand new, current

fashion, which are donated regularly and priced accordingly.”

Clothing items start at $3 and are described as the “best quality you can get, it doesn’t come on the floor if it isn’t”. Proceeds go towards supporting local school chaplains.

“A big part of our focus is on helping kids,” Sue said. “There’s a lot of parents who can’t afford uniforms and then there’s feeding some kids breakfast and lunch and we know our chappies work hard to provide those things, so that’s what we help with and support where we can. It’s very rewarding to help young people, because it’s an investment in them and their future.”

Donations are always welcome, although they are unable to take large pieces of furniture but can refer you on to those who can.

Drop in and say hi to the Op Shop team at 42 Foley Street (second building behind the church), Bongaree. They’re open six days a week, Monday – Friday 8.30am to 1pm and Saturday 8am to 12noon. For further information, please email bribieislandchurchofchrist@gmail. com.

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Celebrating our tireless turtle protection volunteers on Bribie

Bribie Island Turtle Trackers (BITTs) working on a nest at Woorim, where off-leash dogs are one of the threats to the rookery.

Every morning from November to April, in the dark and in every kind of weather and tide, volunteers get out of their cosy beds. They walk the Bribie Island ocean beach, doing what they can to protect marine turtle mothers, their nests, eggs and hatchlings. As trained citizen scientists, they record numbers, sizes, positions and conditions, later adding to the long-term database held by the Threatened Species Unit of the Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation.

The volunteers work to mitigate hazards to the critically endangered South-West Pacific Loggerhead Turtle. They deploy a variety of means from signs and temporary screening to nest cages as protection. They relocate nests that are vulnerable to erosion or critical disturbances, to safer locations in the dunes.

Year-round, these accredited volunteers respond to injured and stranded turtles, transporting them to hospitals, collating important data and initiating removal of those that cannot be saved. Some of these volunteers even go home and then get ready to go to their place of employment.

Bribie Island Environmental Protection Association (BIEPA) saw an opportunity to celebrate this committed group of volunteers, who include the Bribie Island Turtle Trackers (BITTS) and successfully applied for the 2024 Volunteer Grant to

Backpacks and first aid kits purchased for turtle volunteers from the 2024 Volunteer Grant.

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support them with equipment. Twelve backpacks, first aid kits and snake bite kits will be presented by Member for Longman Terry Young at the next BIEPA meeting on August 26 (7-9pm) at the Bribie RSL. “Notching up a decade or more of beach patrols, no one is more dedicated to turtle protection than BITTs founder Diane Oxenford. She’s a local legend,” BIEPA Wildlife Team Lead Darren Jew said.

“Our population of Loggerheads are critically endangered. While they have natural predators, the biggest threats nesting turtles face on Bribie Island are the disruption of the nesting rookery by uncontrolled numbers of 4WD vehicles; loss of dune habitat from erosion; egg predation by feral pigs and foxes and light pollution affecting nesting behaviour and hatchling success.”

In the waters surrounding Bribie Island, boaties can play a part in protecting turtles by sticking to the ‘Go Slow for those Below’ principle, as boat, propeller and jet ski strikes take a massive toll.

“On the home front, our community and visitors can actively help mitigate these threats by reducing the disturbance on dune nesting sites by humans and dogs, by minimising artificial light glow during the season and by keeping our land and waterways clear of plastics, discarded crab pots, fishing lines and other rubbish,” Mr Jew said.

BIEPA has a full year program of marine turtle awareness, education and protection activities, including: • Australia Day Nest-Sitting: Volunteers guard nests and provide information to National Park visitors.

• Giant Turtle Event: an awareness and education event held each November, which sees hundreds of community members come together to form the shape of a giant turtle entering the ocean, celebrating the start of the nesting season.

• Tread Lightly on Bribie: an online tool to help 4WDrivers plan their day around low tide travel in the Bribie Island National Park.

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Tough decisions for the future of our kids

Like all Australians, I’m tired of reading the latest news informing us that yet another family has been devastated with their teenage son or daughter taking their own life due to being bullied or embarrassed on social media.

Typically, these young Australians with their future in front of them, are in their early teens, that awkward age where studies (and simple observations by parents and grandparents) tell us that our youth are most vulnerable.

For those of us who can remember back that far or have had children who have been through that stage, we experienced and observed the journey of finding where and how you fit into society and your place in the world. For some, the journey is simple. But for others, it is the most difficult time of their life comparing themselves with peers and celebrities, not only in their local circle but with the advent of the internet and social media, the rest of the world, which has only exacerbated the problem.

see Peter Dutton take a stand and commit to the promise that if the coalition are elected at the next federal election, we will ban social media for those under 16, within the first 100 days of government.

There will of course be pushback on this policy, but strong leadership and strong leaders make tough decisions because they are the right thing to do for our country and our kids deserve the best care.

The other benefit is that those interpersonal communication skills like making eye contact, holding a conversation and reading body language which are diminishing, will hopefully make a comeback. Not a bad thing I say.

Please give me your thoughts and views on this policy by sending me an email to Terry.Young.mp@aph. gov.au For crisis support or suicide intervention services phone 13 11 14.

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Recognition of A new area for families to gather Service Morning Tea

New barbecue facilities as part of the renewal project.

The renewal of the foreshore at Bellara (Sylvan Beach) is already well underway, with the first stage completed in late July.

The beautification treatment was made possible with the support of the state government, contributing funding towards Stage 1 of the City of Moreton Bay’s Bellara Foreshore Renewal Project.

So far, the completed work consists of a new picnic area and existing boat ramp at Marine Parade, including new picnic shelters, barbecues, park furniture, lighting upgrades, pathways, landscaping and shade tree plantings.

Member for Longman Terry Young will be holding a morning tea in recognition of service within the Australian Defence Force.

If you have served within the Australian Defence Force, you are invited to join the morning tea with special guest speaker Phillip Thompson OAM, MP. Thursday August 29, 2024 10am – 11:30am Caboolture Memorial Hall 65/61 King St Caboolture Qld 4510 If you would like to attend the morning tea, please scan the QR Code below or contact Terry Young’s office for further information.

In addition to the morning tea, if you’re a veteran or a veteran’s family member, you may be able to apply for a Certificate of Appreciation. These are issued as a

national gesture of thanks for military service and will be presented at the morning tea.

If you have any further questions please phone 07 5432 3177 or email terry.young. mp@aph.gov.au.

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Mayor Peter Flannery said this project would elevate the Bellara foreshore area to the same standard as the much-loved Bongaree foreshore area to the south.

“Bribie Island is one of southeast Queensland’s premier tourism hotspots, as well as being home to roughly 20,000 residents who call the Island home,” he said. “I’d like to thank the Queensland government for their significant contribution to allow Stage 1 of this project to be completed.

“Council will continue to develop designs for upgrades to Crest Park playground, Sunset Park Lookout and the existing water sports precinct, as more funding becomes available.”

The Queensland government contributed $1.355 million to fully fund Stage 1 through the 2021-24 South East Queensland Community Stimulus Program, with the remaining contribution of $65,000 from the City of Moreton Bay. Division 1 councillor Brooke Savige is

Landscaping was also a big part of the first stage of the project.

looking forward to the new facilities being used by locals and visitors to the Island.

“I can’t wait to see families utilising

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this space for events and days out and coupled with the upgrades to the boat ramp, it’s the perfect place for water sports and a picnic,” she said.

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“Bring your boat down, have a barbecue and enjoy the beauty of the Pumicestone Passage with the Glasshouse Mountains as your backdrop.

“This is an investment in lifestyle for locals and it helps boost the local economy by catering to the thousands of visitors that holiday on the Island all year round.”

What’s next in the project? As it’s a fully staged approach, the next part (Stage 2) will include upgrades to the water sports precinct, including facility upgrades for existing water sport clubs, road and car parking upgrades north-west of the existing boat ramp works. Upgrades to Pirate Park picnic area are also expected at a later date. This will also include new consolidated picnic facilities and lighting/pathway upgrades.

For further information and updates about the project, please visit https:// yoursay.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/bellara-foreshore-renewal

The community is invited to Member for Longman Terry Young’s Seniors Expo, to be held across two days at the following locations: Caboolture Tuesday September 24 9.30am – 12pm Venue: St Columban’s College, 100 McKean St, Caboolture Bribie Island Thursday September 26 9.30am - 12pm Venue: Banksia Beach State School, 133 Sunderland Dr, Banksia Beach Entry to each day is free and will feature more 130 exhibitors. They will feature

health care advice, community activities, assistance referrals, aged care facilities, demonstrations, show bags, displays and much more.

Profit from each expo will be donated to a local charity organisation.

We hope to see you there.

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Bribie Island State School celebrates its centenary 1924 – 2024

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There is a buzz of excitement at Bribie Island State School as the school family prepares to celebrate 100 years of learning and education since its opening in 1924. That was long before the Bribie bridge and conditions were harsh. Students travelled long distances to school, often walking; there were few cars then with some even coming to school by boat. It is a lot different than the conditions of today, where the school has 450 students, 50 staff, 25 classrooms, two large ovals, four playgrounds, a tennis court and basketball courts. I sat down with school principal Leah Mullane to find out what is planned for the celebrations and learn a little about the history.

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Fabulous community support Leah Mullane and her team of teachers and support staff are very grateful for all the community support received over the years.

Bribie Island State School 1951. Source: BI State School 75th Anniversary Booklet.

"We have a very hard-working P&C for the size of the school,” she said.

“They put in a lot of hours doing things for school. They are very passionate because they want to provide the best opportunities for our students. They donated a range of marquees for the sports day and put in a lot of money to get this centenary up. They work hard to ensure we've got what we need to provide for the kids.”

The early days of the school The following are some edited extracts from a letter written by the Foundation Head Teacher – Mr L.P. Diplock C.M.G., published in the school's 75th Anniversary booklet.

The Dance Hall Pavilion where the Bribie Island School first met. Photo courtesy of the Bribie Island Historical Society.

Bribie Island State School 1951. Source: BI State School 75th Anniversary Booklet.

It will be a big day full of fun, many activities and opportunities for past students and teachers to reconnect. Here is your chance to visit and learn about this great school.

“We have a range of activities happening on the stage, including performances by the school strings and the school band. The Gavel Club students, a public speaking group, will be making speeches on the stage, along with a family band of past students. A big raffle with more than 80 prizes from gift vouchers, accommodation at local places and a play station, with the raffle being drawn on the day. There will be a wide range of stalls, including centenary merchandise for sale, heaps of kids' activities, including face painting and making headbands and a big area with big letters for people to come and take photos. An area for sharing stories will be available for past students and staff to share their experiences of the school over the microphone. We also have food trucks coming and amusements, including a pirate ship, a rock wall, teacups, different rides and a petting zoo. The bar will open from 12noon to 3pm. We will also have a range of displays, including old photos and records, a classroom set up by the Caboolture Historical Society, displays of current students' work and open classrooms for visitors. So, a lot of things planned for the day,” Leah Mullane said.

Bribie Island State School today.

The pupil enrolment was 26 and the pupils' ages ranged from five to approaching the leaving age. Very few of them had attended school previously.

Some came from a distance up the passage and others were ferried across from Toorbul Point. None were born with ‘silver spoons in their mouths’ – their fathers, in the main, were engaged in fishing, oystering, labouring and farming; their wives were employed as partners in making ends meet and the children reflected the characteristics of men and women so engaged – tough as leather; straight from the shoulder; honest and dependable.

Bribie Island State School Captains Lara, Ella, Sophie and Henry with Principal Leah Mullane.

$40 and have your name put on the wall forever. Also, anyone who has had a close association with the school (e.g. parents) is welcome to buy a brick. The school will bury a time capsule at the base of the wall with individual classes adding class photos, pictures, drawings and other appropriate items.

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"On 4 February 1924, I opened the Bribie Island Provisional School, so called because it was conducted in a hall that served as a schoolroom from Monday to Friday, a dance hall on Saturday and a place of worship on Sunday. A school building was erected in 1925 and the Bribie State School was established.

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The school ethos I asked school principal Leah Mullane if she had a special message she would like to get out about the school.

"Everyone is welcome here and we want to ensure that we provide high-quality education to all students. We have a diverse range of young people here at the school. What we have at this school is a very caring and compassionate team of people who care about making sure that all these kids have a great education. And so we look after them, socially and emotionally, but what's key is that we're ensuring they're getting a great education. A lot of the great work we've been doing in curriculum over the past few years has resulted in our school having strong academic results compared to other schools like ours. We

"The number of pupils was so small; boys and girls had to play the same sport and the 13-year-old boys and girls had to cater to the younger ones in school games. There were no cliques; all acted as a team member with me as the leader and this applied to the small jobs to improve the school grounds and the games. The team spirit prevailed throughout our community when any school project was planned and consequently, we soon had cause to be very proud of our school, which was often admired by visitors to the Island.”

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A total of 76 recommendations have been identified as a result of an independent review into paediatric care at Caboolture Hospital.

Babies, toddlers, teenagers and their families who feel they have previously been let down by the hospital are the very reason the review was conducted into the care provided.

The review, which was announced in June 2023, was undertaken by an external panel to evaluate the way Caboolture Hospital provides care to paediatric patients and offer recommendations for improvement. Metro North Health released the recommendations and action plan from the independent review into paediatric care at the hospital in late July.

The review found that Caboolture Hospital’s care is clinically sound, however there are staffing, reporting and cultural improvements to be made which would improve the experience and outcomes for children under 16 and their families.

The report details recommendations in eight key areas, which include recognition of paediatrics as a distinct specialty, community consultation on development of a new outpatient building, organisation restructure to provide paediatric knowledge to the executive, development of a new paediatric medical staffing model, allocation of a paediatric triage or waiting room nurse, additional education and support to nurse practitioners, developing streaming models and developing a dedicated paediatric

to putting that in place, with many of these actions already underway.”

morbidity and mortality committee.

Metro North Health Chief Operating Officer Jane Hancock, who commissioned the report, said the expanding Caboolture community had a growing paediatric population which would benefit from improvements being undertaken.

“Caboolture is a booming region that has a high population of paediatric patients, which we know is only set to increase, so it makes sense our services are specialised to support our youngest patients,” she said. “The reviewers have identified that we need additional, specialised staffing for paediatrics across a range of roles and parts of the hospital, as well as more collaboration with consumers – and we remain committed

The reviewers recommended that Caboolture Hospital establish a paediatric consumer advisory group and a planned $15 million paediatric outpatient building be co-designed with clinicians and community members, as well as for there to be more ways to access specialist care. More emphasis is also needed on compassionate child-centred approaches and safety and quality reporting and complaints handling.

“We remain committed to continually improving the way we provide care to all patients, but particularly our paediatric patients following this important review,” Ms Hancock said.

The report focuses on key areas for improvement including recruitment and staffing models, enhanced patient spaces and patient experience and distinction between paediatric and adult care teams and spaces.

The reviewers also felt that more community education was required around accessing the satellite hospitals and about the good things happening at Caboolture Hospital.

To view the summary of findings and recommendations, visit https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/wp-content/ uploads/2024/07/caboolture-paediatric-review-summary-findings-recommendations.pdf

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After the success in Brisbane of the film festivals on Oceans, Banff Mountain Film Festival and Gutsy Girls, the Environment Film Festival of Australia from Melbourne has been invited by BIEPA to share some of its best movies with Yarun EcoFlix on Bribie Island.

On Saturday September 28 (3pm - 5pm) at the Woorim Community Centre, Yarun EcoFlix will show six movies made in Australia or internationally.

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Bay Islands just tipped over into a weak rating at 3.7%.

At the extremely tight end of the scale, nine areas in regional Queensland demonstrated just how dire the search for a rental property has become, with rates of 0.5% or lower in: Cook 0.0%, Goondiwindi 0.1%, Charters Towers 0.2%, Tablelands 0.2%, Banana 0.3%, Maranoa 0.3%, Southern Downs 0.4%, Maryborough 0.5% and Central Highlands 0.5%.

An additional 19 areas posted a considerably tight result between 0.6%-0.9% including: Redcliffe 0.6%, Cairns 0.6%, Mackay 0.6%, Toowoomba 0.6%, Mareeba 0.6%, South Burnett 0.6%, Mainland 0.7%, Bundaberg 0.7%, Moreton Bay 0.8%, Fraser Coast 0.8%, Rockhampton 0.8%, Burdekin 0.8%, Outer Brisbane 0.9%, Ipswich 0.9%, Caboolture 0.9%, Pine Rivers 0.9%, Caloundra Coast 0.9%, Hervey Bay 0.9%, and Townsville 0.9%.

Still well within tight territory, but above the 1.0% mark were: Greater Brisbane 1.0%, Logan 1.0%, Redland 1.0%, Livingstone 1.0%, middle ring Brisbane 1.1%, Sunshine Coast 1.1%, Gladstone 1.1%, Gympie 1.1%, Brisbane 1.2%, Maroochy Coast 1.2%, Hinterland 1.2%, Gold Coast 1.3%, Cassowary Coast 1.3%, Scenic Rim 1.3%, Whitsunday 1.3%, Inner Brisbane 1.4%, Lockyer Valley 1.5%, and Isaac 1.8%.

The biggest improvement in the rate over the quarter was recorded in Noosa (+0.7%), followed by the Scenic Rim, Sunshine Coast, Hinterland and Maroochy Coast which all eased by +0.4%, and the Caloundra Coast and Gold Coast which each lifted by +0.3%.

However, the rises in these markets might be seasonal, and the December Quarter 2024 data will reveal if the trend is holding.

All other increases were limited to a minimal 0.1% which is not considered a material shift.

The vacancy rate remained unchanged over the quarter in Logan, Caboolture, Pine Rivers, Redcliffe, Fraser Coast, Maryborough, Mackay, Cassowary Coast, Gympie, Mareeba, Southern Downs and Whitsunday.

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Vacancy rates have edged up slightly across Queensland according to data released today from the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ), but the peak body warns that the broader outlook remains concerning.Of the 50 local government areas and sub regions covered in the REIQ’s Residential Vacancy Rate Report for the June 2024 Quarter, half (25 areas) had a lift in vacancies, 12 were unchanged, and 13 tightened further compared to the previous quarter.

The statewide vacancy rate rose ever-so-slightly to 1.0% (compared to 0.9% in March Qtr), assisted by more substantial rises in coastal areas such as Noosa, Sunshine Coast and Hinterland, Maroochy Coast and Caloundra Coast.

As promising as the quarter-to-quarter results sound, REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella warned that the vast majority (47) of areas had vacancy rates classified as ‘tight’, with only two ‘healthy’, and one ‘weak’.

“A healthy vacancy rate is one that sits between 2.6% to 3.5% and that’s virtually unheard of at the moment in Queensland,” Ms Mercorella said.

“In our state’s capital city, just 1.2% of properties were available and remained advertised for rent for more than three weeks over the quarter – and this places it above average.

“We are not painting a picture of good health in our state when it comes to balancing rental demand with supply, and we know competition is particularly intensified at the highly sought after, more affordable end of the market.

“Tight vacancy rates indicate that there’s not enough rental properties coming up for rent, possibly due to tightly held leases which are being renewed at the end of the agreement rather than being returned to the market.

“In tight markets that have a severe shortage of properties, if an advertised rental property isn’t moving relatively quickly, it suggests that there could be a mismatch between what it offers and the needs of those looking for a place to live.

“It’s important to talk to your property manager about why your property may be sitting vacant for longer and that may mean making improvements or meeting the market.”

The two healthy vacancy rates this quarter were reported in Noosa (2.6%) and Mount Isa (2.7%), while Redland’s

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By Alistair Gray It is great news for many Moreton Bay residents, with the introduction of a green bin fortnightly collection service starting from December 2, 2024. The new bins mean no more trips to the tip for many or struggling to squeeze your garden waste into your red bin.

Generally, the community has been very positive about the new initiative, despite the extra $67 per year charge, with many asking what took the council so long to implement the service. Other cities have had a similar service for years and we seem to be behind. As for me, I think it is excellent value and well worth having.

What else can you get for $1.29 per week? It removes hassle, is easy to use and it is sustainable.

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The bins will take your organic waste, including tree, shrub or plant branches (cut to fit), leaves and other garden trimmings, grass clippings, weeds, plants and flowers.

However, please no plastic or plastic bags, general waste or food scraps, compostable packaging and containers, soil or potting mix, gravel, bricks, concrete or rocks, potted plants, garden tools and accessories like plant pots, treated timber, asbestos-containing material, animal waste such as droppings or manure – no materials other than garden organics.

The good news is that the initiative will divert 15,000 tonnes of waste from landfill each year and help the city reach its goal of zero emissions by 2039.

Opting out Effectively, the City of Moreton Bay has made taking a GO Bin mandatory, with the only exception being if you use a gardener that removes garden organics from your property, use a commercial organics collection contractor or your land area is smaller than 300 square metres. You had to opt out between July 10 and August 10, 2024 and that time to opt out has now expired.

Residents’ concerns Some residents who compost or have larger blocks who self-manage their organics and cannot opt out have expressed concern about the new system and the impost of the extra cost. Others who have a small amount of waste don’t want an extra bin to manage and the additional cost. The new system does not cater for these residents. However, the city does not want any organic waste to go into red bins or landfill as we have done in the past. The new system is a change we all must get used to. Also, the practical implications of managing heaps of exceptions are costly and would not make sense without likely further rate increases. While some may be unhappy, the new service will benefit most residents.

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By Sheree Hoddinett It’s been years in the making, but it’s finally time for the first harvest at Spring Sciences Australia (SSA).

For those who haven’t heard of them, SSA is an Australian-owned phytopharmaceutical company based in the City of Moreton Bay (Caboolture). They hold all the requisite licences and permits necessary for the cultivation, production and manufacture of GMP medical cannabis products.

“Now, we’re at the first point of harvest, it’s great to see. But of course, there's four more rooms that still need to come online before we have all rooms fully operational. Moving forward from there, we hope to be harvesting every two weeks, which means the trim room is super busy and the dry and the cure room is full, it's going to be a sight to behold, that's for sure.”

The first harvest will be going to a Brisbane-based company, but SSA has

there saying this is who we are, this is our facility, this is what our capabilities are, this is the quality of the product that we're going to be producing and why.”

Smart grow cultivation practices, enhanced with in-house tissue culture capabilities, will be combined with cutting-edge AI and automation technologies to realise the SSA proprietary precision grow process. Their operation is fully indoor, automated and climate-optimised, adhering to the strictest

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Behind the scenes at Spring Sciences Australia.

SSA was first established in 2019 with the objective of developing a business based on the cultivation of high-quality medicinal cannabis. The original design concept was based on the successful business of Driven Grow, a Spring Sciences group company based in Michigan and a major conveyor of premium quality medicinal cannabis flower since 2015. SSA is focused on a fully automated climate controlled indoor cultivation operation capable of producing up to 10 tonne of dry flower per annum at full production and the manufacturing of superior medicinal cannabis extract products to deliver high demand raw material and innovative medicinal and infused products to the market.

SSA Chief Executive Officer Dr Steve Newbery and the rest of the team are excited to see this next step come to fruition.

“It’s another step forward in the process,” he said. “We were excited to get our seeds and then to pop them, see them establish roots and then become plants.

already received great interest from other locations, including overseas.

“There's a real hub of cultivators and other parts of the medicinal cannabis industry developing in southeast Queensland and northern New South Wales,” Dr Newbery said. “We have been working to try and develop business relationships with them, particularly clinics or pharmacy groups, but other growers as well.”

SSA will operate as a business-to-business supplier, which is why they’re known as a phytopharmaceutical company.

“We’re working to overcome the traditional stigmas attached with medical cannabis, to differentiate ourselves from our peers, but also as part of our move to a higher level in the sense that we're producing a medicine and we need to be a company that fits the role as being a producer of a phytomedicine, a plantbased medicine,” Dr Newbery said. “Our facility gives us that.

“Now that can be in the form of flower and or extracts from cannabis and or extracts from other plants which are of medicinal use.

“We have been taking the company in a direction and putting ourselves out

biosecurity and phytosanitary measures to ensure the production of standardised phytopharmaceutical products.

And what a set up SSA has! The facility features a licensed cultivation area which spans 2950m², as well as an area for tissue culture activities and dedicated rooms for plant initiation, clone rooting and clone acclimatisation. At full capacity, the initiation room will support around 30,000 plant embryos, with facilities to root 16,000 early-stage clones and acclimatise 3500 plants, readying them for transfer to the grow rooms.

Post-harvest, the SSA process includes a wet trim and meticulous phytosanitary steps, vital for producing non-irradiated flower. Their soon-to-be GMP-certified areas handle drying, curing, extraction, distillation, storage, packaging and distribution.

“This extensive setup not only meets but surpasses the rigorous quality standards necessary to be producing pharmaceutical-grade cannabis production,” Dr Newbery said. “This is an investment in plant genetics, sophisticated cultivation practices and technological innovations, which is all going towards our goal of setting a new benchmark for Australian-grown and manufactured phytopharmaceutical medicines.”

The growth in production will also ultimately lead to the expansion of the facility’s team. SSA currently has a team of 17, with the hope to soon grow to 30 employees. The Caboolture facility will act as a hub for the company’s operations, with a longer-term plan to add a number of local satellite broadacre grows and strategically located regional indoor cultivation facilities.

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By Adelle and Paul

Follow Your Nose

Who doesn’t love a plant that not only produces flowers that are beautiful to look at, but also beautiful to smell? There are so many flowering scented plants that we just love, but as usual I cannot possibly mention them all. So, here are just a few of our favourites.

Gardenias

Professor Pucci Gardenia: Known for

producing especially enormous, double, creamy-white flowers, Professor Pucci is a beautiful cultivar. Apart from admiring its dark green, glossy foliage, the plants sweetly fragrant blossoms from summer through to winter can also be admired.

Professor Pucci looks great as a potted specimen or as a shrub in your garden and grows well in a sunny to partly shaded position. Professor Pucci grows to a height and width of up to 1.2m.

blossoms in late spring and throughout the warmer months. Perfect as pot or container plants, they can be placed next to windows so that you can appreciate their scent. These gardenias grow well in full sun to partly shaded positions.

Gardenia Florida can reach heights of 1.5m and widths of 1.2-1.5m.

Low Border or specimen plants

Roses: There are a multitude of roses to choose from. Our absolute favourite is called the Fragrance King Rose. This beauty is perfect for pots as they only grow to a height of 70cm. This gorgeous rose plant produces salmon pink flowers, which give off an exceptional scent.

These plants are great for the garden, the balcony or patio. You may stimulate more blooms by regularly pruning after each flush of flowers.

flowers. Compared to French or Italian lavender, this type is far more resilient to an array of climates. English lavender not only repels insects, borers and fleas, but it also attracts bees and other pollinators greatly. This hardy species will help with pollination and keep pests away if planted next to citrus trees or vegetable gardens. Ideal for rockeries, cottage gardens, hedges and pots.

Climbers: Let’s just talk about our favorite...Jasmine!

Jasmine Polyanthum: What’s not to love? This plant is an evergreen vigorous climber. Jasmine grows in both sprawling and climbing forms, with masses of fragrant white star-shaped blooms that open from pink buds in late winter into spring. The leaves have a glossy dark

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Four Seasons Gardenia: Four Seasons is a low-growing evergreen shrub that blooms from summer to winter. Its delicate white blossoms have a lovely aroma and their slender petals are often curled and have a hint of starry outline.

Compared to other gardenias, the leaves are thinner. This plant works well for hedges, bulk planting or a single specimen. It can be utilized in large containers. This lovely example of a gardenia is low-maintenance and grows to a height and width of 1m.

Florida Gardenia: These gardenias are gorgeous evergreen shrubs, have lustrous, dark green leaves and have beautifully scented large, double, milky white flowers. You can enjoy the beautiful scent of the exquisitely shaped

green colour. This hardy climbing plant has many uses and can be cultivated as a climber on a pergola or fence. Additionally, it grows well as a groundcover plant, creating a thick, low carpet of foliage. This popular jasmine variety can be grown in full sun to almost full shade. They can also withstand drought conditions once they are established.

Fences and other garden structures can be trained to be covered by jasmine and can also act as a great screening plant reaching a height of 6m and a stretch of 3m.

Thanks for reading! Hope you all get to enjoy the multitude of fragrances that plants can offer us.

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Additionally, Bribie’s canals provide excellent sport for bream, mangrove jacks and small trevally. These locations offer a more serene and peaceful fishing experience, with the chance to admire the stunning landscape while waiting for a bite.

The famous bridge and jetty to the lesser-known spots like The Lock and Pacific Harbour, Bribie Island has a variety of fishing hotspots to offer. One of the most popular places for fishermen is the canal entrance - The Lock, where the elusive mangrove jack is often found.

Further north, Pacific Harbour canals are known for producing similar fish.

If you’re lucky, you might even catch some sweetlip at the entrance to Pacific Harbour. And don’t forget to visit Red Beach at the southern end of the island during winter, as it yields a bountiful supply of winter whiting, a delicacy in the Brisbane area.

For the shore angler, the north of Bribie Bridge offers up some prime fishing locations – Sylvan Beach, Banksia Beach and White Patch. Expect to catch bream, tailor, whiting and flathead in these areas. However, if you’re feeling more adventurous, you can venture further north to the Moreton Bay National Park.

With a 4WD vehicle, you can access some of the more secluded fishing spots like Gallaghers Gutter and Poverty Creek Campground, known for their abundance of bream, whiting, flathead, mulloway and mud crabs.

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essential to be familiar with the marine park zones. Bribie Island falls under the Moreton Bay Marine Park, which has designated zones for fishing and stricter rules for certain areas. Make sure to check the zoning map before heading out to avoid any fines or penalties.

Apart from fishing, Bribie Island is also famous for crabbing and prawning. The southern entry to Pumicestone Passage, up to Mission Point sandbanks, is the ideal spot to catch sand crabs. And if you’re lucky enough to be in the area after heavy rain in the summer, you can enjoy a bountiful catch of prawns in the passage.

For those looking to try their hand at some reef fishing, Cooks Rocks and Bongaree Ledge are popular spots for catching jewies, cod and snapper.

While Ningi Creek is a convenient location accessible through most tides, it’s known for its variety of species, including flathead, whiting, bream, grunter and prawns.

If surf fishing is your game, you can try your luck at Woorim Beach and Skirmish Point on the ocean side of Bribie Island. These locations are popular for catching whiting, dart and bream, while also offering the possibility of landing mackerel during the season.

Lastly, here are some general tips to increase your chances of success while fishing on the Island. Due to the clear waters and heavy fishing activity in the area, bigger fish can be harder to catch.

Using fresh or live bait and light tackle is advised and night fishing can also improve your chances. Don’t forget to take advantage of the strong currents and fish in deeper areas during the tide changes.

So, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, the Island offers an unforgettable fishing experience. So pack your gear and head to some of Bribie Island’s perfect fishing spots for the ultimate fishing experience!

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By Roger Small Fishing in and around Bribie Island is a must-try experience for any avid fisherman. With its picturesque scenery, abundance of diverse fish species and favorable fishing conditions, the area offers an unforgettable fishing trip for all.

Bribie Island boasts the tranquil Pumicestone Passage - a labyrinth of mangrove flats and channels that run between Moreton Bay and Caloundra. In 1996, the passage was closed to commercial netting, making it a prime location for recreational fishing.

One of the main attractions of the passage is the variety of fish species that can be caught. The fertile area is filled with yabbies, marine worms and shellfish, which are a major food source for larger fish. Bream, flathead, mangrove jacks, tailor, and whiting are just some of the commonly caught species. During certain seasons, the passage also sees mud crabs, prawns and sand crabs in good numbers.

For those seeking a challenge, there are bigger fish dwelling in the deeper waters of the passage. Mulloway, cod, snapper and sweetlip are just a few of the larger species that can be caught here. The area around the bridge is known as the prime deep-water spot, with plenty of coral and other structure attracting these fish.

But it’s not just about the fish in Pumicestone Passage - there are also other marine creatures lurking in its waters.

Painted crayfish, octopus, squid and even sea snakes and turtles can be found here, along with larger sharks.

This adds an element of excitement and mystery to the fishing experience.

For those who prefer to fish on foot, Bongaree Jetty and the beaches nearby are great locations. Similar fish can be caught here as in the deeper waters, but it’s important to avoid jet ski riders and other water activities during peak hours.

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Channel 16 - Calling and working frequency Channel 20 - Calling Tangalooma area Channel 21 - Repeater based at Cape Moreton, useful for traffic seaward of Moreton Island Channel 67 - Supplementary distress and calling Channel 72 - Mainly used for training and working Channel 73 - Main calling and working channel for our local area Channel 81 - Repeater based at Mt Glorious, useful for the Bay Area and Passage traffic.

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We’re getting down to the business end of the 2024 NRL season and the Dolphins are holding on tight.

A golden point(s) thriller against the Warriors in round 23 at Suncorp Stadium saw the Dolphins secure a win 34-32 and nudge themselves back into the top eight.

The much-needed win follows a few rounds of unsuccessful matches with the Panthers pipping us at the post 28-26 in round 20, the Titans took us out by seven points (21-14) in round 21 and the Roosters showing us the door (40-34) in round 22.

Dolphins player Sean O’Sullivan has been touted as booting one of the best goals of the 2024 season after calling for the ball on the fifth tackle and launching a left-foot bomb 43 metres out on an angle which sailed over the post for the win against the Warriors.

The Dolphins wasted no time getting on the scoreboard early, with Felise Kaufusi capitalising on a well-placed kick from Kodi Nikorima to score the opening try.

Herbie Farnworth then had the crowd in raptures, sprinting 85 metres after Max Plath recovered an awkward bouncing Warriors kick near the goal line, extending the Dolphins' early lead.

The Warriors responded later in the first half with Te Maire Martin connecting with Edward Kosi on a high kick to the corner, giving the visitors their first points of the afternoon.

However, the Dolphins finished the first half strong, with Nikorima and Jake Averillo combining for a 65-metre dash down the right sideline, sending the teams to the break with the Dolphins leading 20-6.

After coming from behind (26-12) early in the second half, the Warriors powered through to level the score 32-all after 80 minutes of hard-fought footy, sending the game into golden point time.

During a nail-biting extra time, both teams had early chances to seal the win, but it was O'Sullivan who stepped up.

Coming off the bench and slotting into dummy half, O'Sullivan helped guide the team down the field in the final set before nailing the field goal, breaking the hearts of Warriors fans and securing the Dolphins' first golden point win of the season.

This victory may have moved the Dolphins back into eighth place on the ladder, but with four games remaining in the regular season, they'll need to build on this momentum to secure their first-ever finals appearance.

The man of few words (aka Coach Wayne Bennett) didn’t give much away when asked about his side’s position back in the top eight.

“That's something to celebrate, isn't it?”

Bennett said.

With a month left in the season before finals kick in, Bennett emphasised that despite challenges the Dolphins have demonstrated they can go toe-to-toe with the top teams in the NRL. What’s next for the mighty Dolphins?

Their final four rounds see them up against the Bulldogs (sitting in fifth spot), the top-placed Storm, fellow local side the Broncos (in 12th) and lastly the Knights, currently sitting just outside the top eight. Let’s see what magic they can produce as they ride the wave towards finals. Phins up!

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Colin 125. Shane 121. Tim 102.

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Geneva 154, 83. Arleah 120.

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John B 59. Andrew 53. Josh 48.

Ladies High Pegs Sonia 30, 18, 16, 14, 5. Sky 60, 14. Hazel 6.

Chantelle 2. Geneva 2.

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Sonia 2x80+/2 pegs, 1x80+/2 pegs, 1x80+/1 peg. Sky 1x80+/2 pegs. Hazel 4x80+/1 peg.

Geneva 2x80+/1 peg. Arleah 1x80+/3 pegs.

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16/7/24 – 3 Person Ambrose Overall Winners: Julie Bell, Robyn Colbran & Di Barker 66.5, 2nd Roslyn Crossley, Leonie Buxton & Jo McCowan 67.167 NTP’s: Hole 4 Ros Gardiner, Hole 7 Kris Tomalin, Hole 14 Di Barker, Hole 16 Rae Clarke 18/7/24 – Single Stableford Div 1 Winner: Di Benghamy 38, 2nd Ann Rogers 37, 3rd Vicki Cronan 35 Div 2 Winner: Margaret Huxley 36, 2nd Mary Jones 35, 3rd Penny Brittain 34cb BRD to 30cb NTP’s: Hole 4 Debra Dunn, Hole 7 Ann Rogers, Hole 14 Sue Navie, Hole 16 Julie Bell, Hole 4 (Div 3 2nd shot) Angela Jordan 23/7/24 – Single Stableford Div 1 Winner: Suzanne Vallely 40, 2nd Myra Thomsen 37, 3rd Kris Tomalin 35 cb Div 2 Winner: Katrina Barraud 41, 2nd Rae Clarke 38, 3rd Vivi Lloyd 35 Div 3 Winner: Tricia Phillips 35, 2nd Sharon Blundell 34, 3rd Mary Jones 33

Gwen Clutterbuck, Hole 14 Lyn Cockerell, Hole 16 Mary Jones, Hole 4 (Div 3 2nd shot) Jan Jennings 1/8/24 - Monthly Medal – Sponsor Churches of Christ Queensland A-Grade Winner: Gwen Clutterbuck 73, 2nd Carol McKenzie 76cb, 3rd Vicki Jones 76 NTP’s: Hole 4 Di Benghamy, Hole 7 Lorna Burns, Hole 16 Marg Bailey Best Gross: Gwen Clutterbuck 90cb B-Grade Winner: Vivi Lloyd 71, 2nd Diane Fitzpatrick 74, 3rd Sylvia White 75 NTP’s: Hole 7 Margaret Huxley, Hole 16 Leonie Buxton Best Gross: Vivi Lloyd 94 C-Grade Winner: Angela Jordan 74cb, 2nd Wendy Robinson 74, 3rd Roslyn Crossley 76cb NTP’s: Hole 4 Dianne Annesley, Hole 7 Wendy Robinson, Hole 16 Stina Barnulf Best Gross: Angela Jordan 103cb

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