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FROM THE Interest rates skyrocket under Labor EDITOR’S Dear Ed, The average Interest rate since 1972 DESK… under LABOR in GOVERNMENTS has

Welcome to issue 37 clients and readers.

Where has this year gone? I hope everyone enjoyed the Easter holidays, in this issue we have a tribute to a very special day Mother’s Day coming this Sunday 12 May. From the team at the LOCAL news we wish all mothers a very happy day and hope you enjoy spending the time with your your family and hope they spoil you rotten.

I would like to thank all the lil Locals for sending in their colouring in of the Easter Bunny. We had so many entries this issue from all ages. You will see the brilliant job they all did in our Chill Time section of the paper.

Over the last few weeks we have seen our iconic pelicans disappear from the bridge. There is still a lot of controversy over the State Government changing our lights on the Bribie Island bridge and adding wire on the lights so the Pelicans can no longer sit on there. I am with our community on this reckless decision of the State Government’s decision to put the wire up without consultation in community including no consultation with our local member for Pumicestone Simone Wilson. We will wait and see if the Transport Minister will review this and hopefully remove the pelican deterrents, we want to see our pelicans come back to our bridge.

Enjoy your read this issue.

Warm regards Belinda Ferguson.

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Where have all the Pelicans gone?

Each holiday period my grandchildren come to stay with us in this wonderful area that is Bribie.

Each time we cross the Bribie Bridge they see how many pelicans they can spot on the light fittings above. It has become a family ritual over many years.

Now we see wires attached so that the pelicans can’t land on their favorite posts. What a tragedy!

The pelicans have been synonymous with this area. We are all heartbroken.

Is it worth knowing that the fittings and bridge below will now be in pristine condition!

What a shame!

Anne Hughes

been 10.73%.

In 1972, I voted for LABOR’S Gough Whitlam and within a year Home Interest Rates went to 10.38% In the 80’s I again succumbed to the grandiose promises of LABOR’S Bob Hawke and under him and a Paul Keating Government Mortgage Interest Rates went to 17%.

In 2007, I did not vote for LABOR’S Kevin Rudd but he got elected and guess what, Interest Rates quickly went to 9.45% Interest rates always skyrocket under LABOR because they feed Inflation by promising higher wages, spend more money on services and higher taxes.

I implore my fellow Longman voters not to let LABOR send our household broke again.

At 10.73% if you borrow $300,000 then re-payments are ONE MILLION DOLLARS over 30 years.

Under the current MORRISON GOVERNMENT Home borrowing Interest Rates are stable and at record lows below 4% equating to re-payment over 30 years of under $500,000 less than half of LABOR’S BILL…….. Why would anyone but the dumbest voter vote for that kind of debt?

10.73% will add more than $300 a week to Mortgage repayments and also for RENTERS... OUCH!!

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From May 1, local community groups can apply for up to $1,000 in funding to host events and activities through Disability Action Week thanks to Moreton Bay Regional Council.

Disability Access Spokesperson Councillor Denise Sims said Disability Action Week, held annually in September, was a chance to empower people with disability and raise awareness of disability issues across the region.

“This grant is a great way to support community groups and organisations to deliver initiatives in celebration of Disability Action Week and highlight disability issues in our community,” she said.

“Last year, local community organisations held a variety of events and activities in their local area like an expo to showcase support services and a Sensory Pool Day.” With approximately one in five Queenslanders having a disability, and disability touching the lives of most Queenslanders in some way, the week is an important celebration.

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Mother’s Day Amelia Strazdins

Throughout our lives we ask many questions: where are my shoes? Can you help me with my homework? Can you please pick me up from school? More often than not we turn to our mothers to answer these important questions.

They guide us through difficult situations and somehow manage the removal of various food stains, which is a super power in itself. Mother’s Day is celebrated every year on the second Sunday of May. We recognise our mothers, often with chocolate, flowers or handmade coupons that are redeemed years later. Other popular celebration ideas include a day out whether that be on a picnic or a swim at the beach. In Brisbane, many cafes and organisations arrange for brunches or lunches allowing for families and mothers to enjoy a lovely meal and discussion.

Art galleries and museums are also open in Brisbane with exhibitions which promote a fun family day out.

On Mother’s Day it is also important to recognise the service events, charities and companies that host events or promote raising awareness and money for women’s causes. Many brands also participate in raising awareness on Mother’s Day. For example, popular brand TOMS Australia, this year is yet again hosting their annual fun run with all profits being donated towards breast

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cancer research. The Mother’s Day Classic is another fun run, hosted by the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

The nation-wide event that started in 1998, has had over one million and twenty-seven thousand participants and has donated over thirty-five million and three thousand dollars to breast cancer research programs over twenty-two years. Events such as these are not only a wonderful bonding experience but contribute towards a fantastic cause.

Australians celebrate in many ways but across the world mothers are cherished and celebrated through various events.

Within Brazil, multi-generational barbeques are held and children present performance and artwork to show their appreciation and love. In Japan, carnations are the flower of choice as they represent the gentle strength of mothers and portray the admiration the household has towards their matriarch.

Indians take celebrations to the next level with a ten-day festival, called Durga Puja. The festival is seen as both a religious opportunity and as a chance for family reunion. In preparation, people spend the weeks leading up to the festival preparing food, gifts and decorating their homes. It does not matter how your family choses to celebrate Mothers’ Day, whether it be breakfast in bed, a simple I love you or the doing the dishes without being asked. Keep that in mind this May, as we wish all the beautiful mothers out there a Happy Mother’s Day.

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We meet Horticulturist Mick O’Brien and Alethea O’Brien Venardos - owners of Profound Horticulture

As our nation prepares to head to the ballot box to re-elect our Prime Minister, I decided to cleanse my mind of the political noise and return to nature by visiting with one of our most connected local human beings. If you are a fanatical reader of the Independent Newspaper, The Local – Island and Surrounds, you may recognise my guest.

Mick O’Brien and his wife, Alethea operate the local Horticultural Business, Profound Horticulture. Mick is ‘The Local’ Gardening Writer – you can find his articles under the Gardening Section.

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a few, have kept us all on our toes but I think the industry in general is turning back to focussing on the soil health- with regenerative agricultural practices and sustainable gardening strategies while focusing on organic principles, products and produce for a healthy life and the trying to preserve the environment.

What are the top 2 questions you get asked as a Horticulturist?

Can you diagnose this plant- pest or disease?

Can you just take charge of our garden please? We want somebody who knows what they’re doing!

Given you both work in a 7-day business - How do you maintain a healthy relationship?

Good question, communication is the key, Ali & I are always open and honest with each other, we go on regular picnics and walks through the rainforest to connect more to nature and each other.

What was the greatest challenge that you have faced in your life?

Hmmm, ok next question. On introspection, I guess- would be when I realised that being happy doesn’t mean you have to be a successful millionaire (which I am not), the challenge is to live simply, humbly and to treasure your health, and have gratitude for what you have, without being unduly influenced by the material possessions of this world we live in!

Mick is a avid writer as well Without exception, I meet some extraordinary people in these Close Encounters Stories. I was privileged to be invited into the inner sanctum of the ‘Profound Horticultural’ home of Mick and Alethea. We sat on the balcony together for a few hours enjoying a home-made cappuccino to talk everything garden, family, meditation, food and Greek Island Holidays.

When you ask what the world of Horticulture means to Mick O’Brien, Mick says, “My soul is connected to the earth and when I enter someone’s property and garden, my mind is tuned to assess the health of all living things.

You can measure the happiness of an environment by looking at the grasses, leaves, soil, flowers, butterflies and surrounds – I am so passionate about helping people vegetate a landscape supported by safe organic horticultural practices.”

Mick doing what he loves, Gardening.

Mick and Alethea are a partnership made in Heaven – Mick is the qualified expert Horticulturist and Alethea is the administrative backbone to the business taking care of inquiries, project organisation and her other passion of cooking classic Greek Style Foods.

Mick O’Brien and Alethea O’Brien Venardos Alethea said, “It is important to have an administrative focus on these types of businesses because we receive lots of inquiries for consultations and new projects which require qualification and communication,” she said. “Mick spends most of his time on job sites either hands-on or providing project support to ensure that peoples landscapes, trees and gardens are sustainable. I am fortunate because Mick and I are great communicators. I think my previous hairdressing business background has made us a great team both at home and in business.”

Along with his day job, Mick is avid writer, reader and researcher of best practice Horticulture. It seems logical when you hear Mick talk about what constitutes a healthy plant or why we struggle sometimes to find fruit and vegetables with adequate levels of nutrients. Much of Mick’s focus is based on the composition of soils and plant nutrients. Mick said, “You can buy all of these pre-packaged mixes that are sometimes populated with too many nutrients. Where ever possible I will try to provide plants with a sand mix base and add only what a plant needs to thrive,” he said. “It’s the same when it comes to choosing plants. Sometimes an Architect will recommend specific trees and designer plants for a renovation, however in some cases, the plants won’t survive in a particular environment without the need for additional fertilizers and chemicals – something that I steer away from in our modern world.”

It’s interesting when you talk to Mick and Alethea about healthy lifestyle and nutrition – the discussion quickly steers toward what we eat and the long-term risks from using commercial chemicals on food crops. Mick believes that education and understanding goes a long way to helping our community understand how we should produce healthy organic produce.

I would like to thank Mick and Alethea for their contribution to this short story – beautiful people. The positive energy is palpable when you sit with people who exude kindness and compassion towards nature and their world.

Q&A

How do you describe your business?

At Profound Horticultural, we are passionate about gardening. We will bend over backwards to ensure your garden is beautiful, healthy and thriving.

We truly are your experts in the field.

We are a family business with over 20 years of experience in the horticultural industry We know just about everything there is to know about garden care What do you enjoy mostly about living on Bribie Island?

Living on Bribie Island and being surrounded by water ensures there is always that relaxed easy-going atmosphere with surf beaches, picturesque walks and cycle tracks, being surrounded by the national park and also great boating, fishing and camping spots. Its paradise and we love living here!

What is your main focus of work these days?

Well we have always specialised in detailing gardens to look their best over the years which naturally progressed to full garden make-overs from design to implementation, but the main focus now is promoting and using natural fertilisers and products where ever possible. We have developed our own range of fertilisers and soil improvers that assists our sandy soils to become more fertile in time, hold more moisture and also increases the microbial activity at the root zone.

What are the most important personal attributes to working in business?

To master your craft and try to be the best you can be. Working with people means frequent contact with potential clients- so, a happy demeanour is essential as is a laser like focus!

How has the Horticultural industry changed over the past 20 years?

Pests and diseases have been a real concern, Myrtle rust, Pandanus leaf hopper, Palm tree borers- just to name

What message would you send to the Prime Minister on 19th May 2019?

Ok then- Ummm, I think a lot of people are losing faith in the government with all the broken promises and bad budget management over the years, and it would be great that -“we the people”; actually had an input on decisions that affect our life rather than have decisions made for us whether we like it or not.

Perhaps, some new Knights at the round table is in order!

How do you maintain knowledge and keep in touch with the industry?

As a qualified Horticulturist, I belong to the Australian Institute of Horticulture which is the peak body for our industry.

I attend many gardening shows and learn from what I see and do every day.

I guess you must be self-driven to learn everyday in your profession.

How do you nurture your mind and relax?

Meditation, when I can, for nurturing the mind during the week and a few beers on the weekend, with friends- to chill out!

If I gave you $50K to travel - Where do you go to escape the world and recover?

Ahh that’s easy, The Greek Islands, my wife has family over there too, so I can spend more of your money. Thanks Damian What drives you to get out of bed in the mornings?

My alarm, sorry couldn’t resist. Another day and another job to complete, another customer to satisfy and of course keeping the dream alive, holidays on a Greek Island perhaps with that $50 grand your giving me!

Who’s the cook in the house and what inspires your favourite food/s?

That would be Alethea, and her inspiration is naturally Greek food of course but whatever the meal, that bulb of garlic always sneaks in somehow!

If you were to invite two famous people to dinner at your place – who would they be and why?

The Dalai lama- Because of his obvious spiritual devotion and I would love to engage in conversation for hours on end.

Bono from U2- Maybe he could pick up the guitar after dinner

How do you define success?

In a business sense, a thriving business, and happy customers and financial reward, without being a slave to what you have created. Keep the focus and reflect often. Remember how far you come even when the going gets tough!

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sustainable environments. I am a very generous professional and always add value to a visit or meeting. The most important focus is to achieve a positive long-term result.

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As you look forward, what will your business focus on?

My focus is having a balanced lifestyle.

I will keep working on developing good organic-type horticultural practices and provide some of my own fertilizers that best fit garden environments. I enjoy undertaking large and small projects and providing professional consultations across the region. Passion and kindness are the key ingredients to a healthy mind and healthy garden.

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What is the hardest part of being a business owner in 2019?

Red tape!!!!! And trying to balance your life and relationships among the busyness of it all.

If you follow sport – who do you support?

Sharks- Rugby league

Who is the boss in the business?

Mick is of course! - Just got slapped from behind. Ouch!!!

How much is an on-site consultation cost?

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some months now, and while a quarter of the funds have been pledged, a renewed effort is required to complete the pledge raising process and move into the feasibility stage.

“To reach our goal of opening a Community Bank Branch we need twelve to fifteen active Steering Committee members. We are now in the position of requiring additional members who are well connected in their community and committed to improving the Bribie and surrounds,” Secretary Glenda Sinclair-Gordon said.

At a recent meeting of the current Steering Committee the decision was made to look further afield for committee members, and involve new members from a broader cross section of the wider community. This will ensure the information about the benefits of a Community Bank will reach a wider audience.

With renewed commitment, and speaking engagements booked across the area over coming months, the Steering Committee agreed to continue to pursue their goals and widen the territory that the proposed Bank will support.

Photo Supplied A Community Bank can offer great benefits to any community through the distribution of funds from their profits to projects and activities in the local area.

As recently demonstrated by the Beachmere Rugby League Club receiving sponsorship for their jerseys, a Community Bank is a great source of funding which can be difficult, time consuming and costly to access from other areas.

Beachmere has been working towards establishing a Community Bank for

Beachmere headed for sesquicentenary celebrations When Beachmere resident Karen Wallwork started looking into the 10,000 Steps program and enquired about a sign for a walking trail little did she know it would lead to a book deal and a weekend of community celebrations.

From drafting up a small pamphlet about that walk Karen will soon complete the first draft of a book entitled History of Beachmere – 150 stories in 150 years – Celebrating Community.

New plans are being developed, including a name encapsulating the broader region, and the Committee are calling on people from across the North Moreton region to get involved and keep the idea of a Community Bank alive for the area, ensuring greater benefits can be delivered.

If you are community minded, have skills which are suited to networking and gathering support for projects and want to give back to your community, then a position on the Steering Committee may be for you. For more information on how you can get involved and help bring a Community Bank, and all the benefits, to your area call 0456 818 017 or email info@bang. org.au.

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“BANG has great credentials in organising community events, but we also know how many people like to be involved and feel part of the event from the very beginning. We would love people to get in touch and join us in organising the event,” Karen said.

For more information on the Beachmere Sesquicentenary Committee or the History of Beachmere book, contact Karen on 0456 818 017 or email info@ bang.org.au

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EVERY THURSDAY MAY SOUL & LINE DANCING, 6-7pm, Beachmere Community Hall, 5 Progress Ave. Contact Judy 0401 153 633 EVERY FRIDAY MAY BEACHMERE SLIMMERS SUPPORT GROUP, 9am Beachmere Community Hall, 5 Progress Av. We are a small friendly support group helping everyone to achieve their goals. Joining Fee $15, Weekly Fee $4, For info contact Judy 0401 153 633 OR Find us on Facebook Beachmere Slimmers Inc. EVERY FRIDAY MAY BEACHMERE SCOUTS – JOEYS – 6pm – 7pm (ages 5-8 years, boys & girls) Beachmere Community Hall, 5 Progress Avenue, Beachmere, contact beachmerescouts@gmail.com for more information.

Information obtained whilst researching that book showed Beachmere will turn 150 years in 2020 and community group Beachmere Area Network Group (BANG) has taken the project on.

Karen said the support from the entire Beachmere community has been amazing, “I always felt we were losing so much local history every time a long time resident moved out of the area or passed away. Now we are documenting as many stories, anecdotes and information as we can gather.”

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EVERY FRIDAY MAY BEACHMERE SCOUTS CUBS, 5.50pm for 6pm START - 7.30pm (ages 8-11.5 years, boys & girls), Beachmere Community Hall, 5 Progress Avenue, Beachmere, contact beachmerescouts@gmail.com for more information.

FRIDAY, 3 MAY LADIES, LET’S DO LUNCH, Noon, Beachmere Hotel, James Road, Join us and come along and meet some ladies who live, work and play in Beachmere. ALL WELCOME. Food & Drinks at your own expense. Please RSVP to Christine 0413 73 95 73 ladieslunch@bang.org.au.

WEDNESDAY, 8 MAY CRAFT GROUP, 1.30pm, Beachmere Uniting Church, Cnr Moreton Tce & Second Ave. Bring your craftwork & gold coin donation. Enjoy a cuppa and chat and make new friends while you work. Everyone welcome. Enquiries. Rev Michele 0417 067 992 (2nd & 4th Wed each month).

TUESDAY, 14 MAY BEACHMERE MEN’S SHED, 9am, Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Ave, Contact Secretary 0490 871 225 (2nd Tue each month).

WEDNESDAY, 15 MAY BEACHMERE LIONS MEETING, 6.30pm-7pm, Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Ave. Please phone 0417 781 562 to attend. (3rd Wed each month) THURSDAY, 16 MAY BEACHMERE NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH, 9am at Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Ave (3rd Thur each month) TUESDAY, 21 MAY BEACHMERE LIONESS MEETING, from 9am Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Ave, All Welcome (3rd Tue each month) TUESDAY, 21 MAY BANG GENERAL MEETING 6pm, NEW VENUE Beachmere Community Hall, 5 Progress Ave. All welcome. info@bang. org.au or 0456 818 017 (3rd Tue each month) WEDNESDAY, 22 MAY CRAFT GROUP, 1.30pm, Beachmere Uniting Church, Cnr Moreton Tce & Second Ave. Bring your craftwork & gold coin donation. Enjoy a cuppa and chat and make new friends while you work. Everyone welcome. Enquiries. Rev Michele 0417 067 992 (2nd & 4th Wed each month) FRIDAY, 7 JUNE LADIES, LET’S DO LUNCH, Noon, Beachmere Hotel, James Road, Join us and come along and meet some ladies who live, work and play in Beachmere. ALL WELCOME. Food & Drinks at your own expense. Please RSVP to Christine 0413 73 95 73 ladieslunch@bang.org.au.

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“People are contacting me to provide stories and photos and there is a wealth of information to choose our 150 stories from,” Karen said.

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Karen’s team of researchers will deliver the published edition in time for the Sesquicentenary in early 2020 when a community celebration will launch the book and culminate in a host of activities and events in Beachmere.

BANG President Karen Harris said with production of the book well underway it was now time to turn towards organising the community celebrations.

She encouraged anyone interested in joining the Beachmere Sesquicentenary

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Susan Lamb Current MP for Longman

MEET THE CANIDATES The Local News approached all candidates for the seat of Longman and asked why constituents should vote for them. Please see below the responses from the candidates that did respond to us

I’ve lived in our area for nearly 30 years. It’s where I raised my four boys and worked for a number of years as a teacher aide. Over these years, I’ve loved getting to know the people who make up our community – the mums and dads, the grandmas and grandads, the workers and the businesspeople.

I’ve spoken with all of these people, and I’ve listened to them. It’s allowed me to understand just what it is that our community needs to get a fair go.

Susan Lamb MP for Longman

Terry Young LNP Candidate for Longman

It’s why I’ve been so clear in my priorities. I will always prioritise our community over the top end of town. I understand how important quality and

By Staff Writer: Harvey Fewings.

At one time there were men and women in the Australian Labor Party who generated respect, had the interest of the broader population the nation in their hearts and fought like tigers for their cause. Men like Mick Young, Ralph Willis, John Button, Kim Beazley and women like Joan Kirchner, Carmen Lawrence.

They were men and women who commanded political respect; like them or not.

Today’s Labor Party is not a patch on them.

Today’s Labor Party is not a party of the working people of Australia; today’s Labor Party is a party of the union movement, a party of esoteric urban issues, a party of climate change agendas and all the associated huffery and puffery that shuffles along with that quasi-religion. It is a party for the gruntled and disgruntled in our community – if you have a problem or an issue – if the Labor Party reckon there are a few votes in it – they will run with it.

Terry with his wife Alexandra, son Andrew and youngest daughter Jess

So what about an alternative?

Periodically, politics throws up a man or a woman who snap your instincts on; make you think seriously about the purpose of politics and lead you to

Peter Schuback Australia First Party Candidate for the Seat of Longman

These are my hopes and aims for the people of Longman.

N0 more overseas aid – we need to put Australians first. With over 100,000 homeless people throughout Australia our citizens should be our priority.

Peter Schuback

No more immigration. Australia is full. We need to curtail immigration until such times as these migrants are not reliant on our generous Centrelink payments and are a contributing member to society not a burden.

Jono Young, Australian Progressives candidate for the federal house of representatives seat of Longman.

Jono Young

affordable health and education systems are, and I understand how damaging the LNP’s cuts to our services have been.

While the LNP has ripped $2.9 million out of our Caboolture Hospital, I’m working with Labor to invest in our healthcare system. That $2.9 million could have paid for 7,000 outpatient appointments or 4,300 emergency department visits. Labor will reverse the LNP’s cuts, build a $10 million chemotherapy ward, and deliver a muchneeded Urgent Care Clinic for Bribie Island.

While the LNP has slashed $25.3 million from local schools across the

conclude that there is a person who does not need the job! They are doing it because they want to; not because they have to!

And that is a gap no other candidate can cross. It is a yawning chasm – where other candidates stand on the edge and look out to where he is !!

That person is Terry Young – the LNP candidate for Longman. He has, like other men I have mentioned, the broader interests of the nation in his heart and he too, will fight like a tiger for that interest.

He is a successful businessman in small to medium businesses; this is the ‘ hands-on ‘ gutsy stuff where you live or die by your own decisions. You are your own safety net. You cop the good times and you cop the bad stuff. You don’t whine, you live in a bullshit free zone, you don’t duck issues, you just get on with it and get it done.

Terry Young is an LNP candidate because he believes in a fair go. He is not of the mob- not of the crowd which demands that Governments fix everything and do everything.

Government’s can’t do that, and he knows it.

Terry Young knows that you don’t penalise others in your society because they have been good at what they do.

He also knows that not everyone is

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Longman electorate, Labor is investing in our kids. From funding kindy for every three and four year old to record investment in schools, Labor’s plan is not just an investment in our kids – but also in the future of our country.

And while the LNP has attacked the pension time and time again – including cutting the pension for over 2,000 people – I’m sticking up for local pensioners. Whether it’s backing the Age Pension or our recent commitment to five roaming Centrelink support staff that will assist people on Bribie, I will always help the people of our community when they need it.

This election is a choice between Labor’s plan for better hospitals and better schools, or bigger tax handouts for the top end of town and LNP cuts to schools and hospitals. After six years of LNP cuts and chaos, our united Labor team is ready to deliver a fair go for all Australians. the same and that there are those of us, in our communities, who need a hand when life hands out its dark stuff.

I reckon he knows how to extend a helping hand.

These days, in this country of ours, many of us, probably more than we know, worry about the calibre of our political leaders. We look for tough backbones; we look for the strength of purpose, we look for commitment and we look, most of all, for men and women who will make decisions in the nations’ interest: decisions which may hurt their political purpose but will enhance our society.

Terry Young is that kind of politician.

In Government or in Opposition, he will be his own man and will represent Longman first, last and always, You can count on that.

This is a man who is worthy of the trust we place in those whom we send to our Parliament, and, in whom, we invest the authority to govern our nation.

Terry Young, the LNP candidate for Longman, is capable of doing that job – and doing it well.

He is worth your primary vote on 18 May 2019.

***The Author, Harvey Fewings, is an ordinary member of the Queensland Liberal National Party.

Education .. Our schools are building the future workforce of Australia and we need to be able to provide them with a world class education in the best facilities available.

providing homes for children in need.

They should be rewarded for all their hard work and efforts.

Foster parents with three children or more in care should be classed as government employees and entitled to superannuation payments. These amazing individuals or couples save the government millions of dollars in

Parents Rights. The rights of the parents should and will be restored.

University education – should be free to all Australian educated students that complete courses in medicine or nursing on the basis they sign a five year contract to work in rural and regional centres after graduation. Nursing should also be returned to training hospitals and not a university.

I am a husband and father of three, I’m a chippy by trade with close to 15 years of experience in the construction and manufacturing industries where I have worked in factories to large scale civil infrastructure sites and everything in between.

I am putting my hand up to represent Longman because for far too long we have seen Politian’s and the major parties putting the interests of big money donors ahead of the Australian people.

I joined the Progressives in 2014, the core values of the party of

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The Australian people should have the right to call for a referendum on issues that affect the people of Australia. No government owned asset should be sold without first going to a referendum.

These assets are bought with taxation dollars and the citizens of Australia should have the right to have a say in any and all sales of these assets.

I am a family man, a patriot and my aims are to put people before politics.

Ethics, Empathy, Equality, Evidence, Engagement and Empowerment should be front and centre in all aspects of public service. Politics has become an exercise in who can shout their opinion the loudest and enough times to get noticed and elected, we as a country deserve to be represented by people that will follow facts and evidence to find innovative solutions to the problems we face.

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Talking Business Michelle Hanton

You hear the word networking bandied about with great regularity. Everyone always talks about the importance of building networks.

The Power of Networking

You meet people all the time. Attend formal networking functions. Join groups. Connect on LinkedIn. Maybe even become friends on Facebook. Yet somehow, the connections are just not working the way you want them to.

Referrals Benefits

Referrals are a privilege awarded when you are an authentic networker. With a strong and authentic network, you have a powerful tool. These are people you can turn to in your times of need. But, not until you’ve built a solid foundation of trust.

You’ve exchanged business cards, and got lots of ”connections”, but still, something seems to be missing.

Building an Authentic Network

What is frequently overlooked is that networking is all about nurturing and maintaining connections. It is not enough to just use a speedy few moments to get out your elevator pitch.

To build an authentic network, you need to do more than just an exchange of business cards. Business cards are not the be all and end all.

What is important is knowing how you can contact the person you are talking to and remembering some key points about them. Things like – what do you have in common? Do they have a problem you could help them with? Can you introduce them to someone who could be of value to them?

DO NOT just give them your card and hope they’ll get in touch. That is not networking – it’s more like a face to face letterbox drop.

Networking is something that is ongoing. It needs to be valued, nurtured and actively worked on. If you struggle with networking drop me a line and I’ll be happy to send you a tip sheet.

Nurturing Connections

You need to nurture your connections.

Offer support and help where you can, with no expectation of gain. When you next turn up to a networking function be sure that you’re ready to create and maximise all opportunities. You never know who you will meet!

Do not consider what they can do for you – it’s about what YOU can do for them. And I don’t mean it’s about what you can sell them. That’s just icky, and pushy. From personal experience, I can

Beachmere turns out for Anzac Day Service Around 500 Beachmere locals and visitors once again supported their Anzac Day Service.

Rick Stanford, Vice President of the Beachmere RSL Sub Branch, gave an informative address about the origins of Legacy and its importance to service personnel and their families.

Simone Wilson, State Member for Pumicestone, attended the Service saying, “It was quite stirring to be part of so many people attending this year’s ANZAC service in Beachmere.

Such wonderful community support and recognition of our Veterans.”

Photo Supplied - Beachmere Remembrance Memorial

Building Trust

As you build the relationship, you gain trust. When trust exists connections start to open up, referrals happen and business starts to flow your way. I love referring people to others in my network. But…… I’ll only do it when I know the person I am referring someone to is trustworthy.

Until next issue….

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Peter Flannery, Local Councillor, also attended commenting, “The service was well supported by the wider Beachmere community and fantastic to see so many children coming along and being part of the service.”

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The Beachmere State School led hymns and Anthems and the Service ended with an invite to a breakfast at the Community Hall.

The owner of the Beach Shak Café, Amanda Waters, once again organised the BBQ breakfast and was ably supported by a host of volunteers.

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The march and parade was well supported and ended with a greeting by hundreds more locals at the Remembrance Memorial.

Laying of wreaths by dignitaries, community groups and families followed.

By that I mean, I know they’ll be upfront about what they can deliver. They’ll be professional. This will, in turn, build further trust in me. Why? Because I have referred the right person for the task at hand. It’s good for my own reputation.

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The process may be a gradual one, and may require effort, time and energy, but age is certainly no barrier to learning.

Starting slowly and proceeding step by step is the best way to go. It is helpful if young adults with disability can be encouraged to choose their own friends because the process of doing so supports their personal development and helps them get more involved with the community.

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We aim to create a safe and secure environment through which young adults with disabilities are able to develop every day skills and form new friendships, gradually becoming more independent and confident along the way.

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developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene, cooking, cleaning and house hold skills such cleaning and laundry, social skills, practical math’s and money management, travel training and road safety, and dance, drama and sports for confidence and coordination enhancement.

By learning to be more independent, young adults with a disability gain a greater ability to speak up for themselves and choose the life they want. They may even increase their capacity to settle into a home and life of their own. In our experience every step they take to physical, emotional and social independence is beneficial both for them as individuals and for the community.

In May, we are introducing a revised cooking program which involves the group selecting menu items, shopping for ingredients, meal preparation and table service. Also on the program are trips to the Ginger Factory, Birthday BBQ in the park, the introduction of sewing classes, reading and math’s groups.

All activities that are provided are discussed with the group and the month’s activities are based on what the clients want to be involved in. In June we are hosting another camp which is an activity the whole group loves.

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Queenslanders are being urged to become flu fighters and get vaccinated as soon as possible as the number of influenza cases across the State increases.

Across the State more than 9,100 cases of flu have already been confirmed in 2019.

Minister for Health and Minister for Ambulance Services Steven Miles said the high number of people already struck down by flu highlights the importance of annual vaccination.

“Our summer flu numbers are the highest they have been in five years,” Mr Miles said.

“We had a fairly mild flu season last year with around 15,500 confirmed cases. Our flu numbers this year are already over half that.

“While these figures do not necessarily predict the severity of traditional flu season ahead, they are concerning enough to encourage everyone to act now and protect themselves against the flu.

“A flu shot is still the best way to avoid getting sick and ending up in hospital.”

Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital Director Infectious Diseases Unit Dr Krispin Hajkowicz said that in the first three months of this year, Queensland’s public hospital emergency departments have seen 5,998 patients with flu like illness.

“We had a horror flu season in 2017 when more than 56,500 Queenslanders were diagnosed with influenza. That number fell in 2018, but flu cases this year are already up on what they were compared with the same time last year,” Dr Hajkowicz said “There could be more cases in the community with people who may not be so sick as to go to the doctor or who may not have been tested.

“We’ve seen 2,100 people with flu-like symptoms come through our busy Metro North emergency departments alone.”

Dr Hajkowicz said Metro North’s Infection Control Teams have been busy providing free flu jabs to staff, volunteers and QAS staff, with thousands of staff already vaccinated.

“We’re on the frontline of the fight against flu and are leading by example.

“Our healthcare staff do a terrific job, but additional and sometimes unnecessary presentations in our hospitals during traditionally busy winter months can place an additional strain on resources.

“Flu is a serious illness that can lead to complications, particularly in the very young, elderly and people with complex chronic diseases.

“It can strike at any time and protection diminishes over time so we encourage everyone to get a flu shot as soon as possible to protect yourself and your family from getting ill and from spreading it to more vulnerable groups like the elderly.

“To avoid a trip to hospital, make an appointment with your GP or pharmacist now to ensure your family’s vaccinations are up to date.

“It just takes a few minutes of your time and prevents the possibility of becoming very sick if you catch the flu.”

Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) Metro North Assistant Commissioner Stephen Zsombok said the flu vaccine ensures you’re protecting yourself and your family.

“Historically, we see a strong correlation between the flu season and an increase in demand for QAS services and we’re expecting the same for the 2019 season,” Assistant Commissioner Zsombok said.

“It is anticipated the QAS will likely see an increase in demand of between six and 10 per cent in 2019. In recent years this has equated to between 6,000 to 9,000 additional incidents per month in the peak of the flu season.”

In Queensland, the flu season is typically from June to September, with a peak around August.

The flu vaccine isn’t immediately effective; it generally takes 10 to 14 days to be fully protected after vaccination.

The Queensland Government funds a Childhood Influenza Program for all children aged from six months to under five years. Additionally, a Commonwealth-funded free vaccination program is available to eligible people, including: • pregnant women during any stage of pregnancy • people 65 years of age or older • all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people six months of age and older • people six months of age or older who have certain medical conditions which increase the risk of influenza disease complications.

All other Queenslanders can purchase the flu vaccine from their doctor or immunisation provider.

Fast facts: • Flu is a serious viral illness that mainly affects the upper airways and lungs. It is not the same as a common cold and can lead to serious complications, particularly in the very young, elderly and people with complex chronic diseases.

• Flu symptoms usually appear 1–3 days after a person becomes infected. A person can spread flu to others 1–2 days before they become unwell and up to 5 days after symptoms develop.

• Typical flu symptoms include fever, cough, muscle aches and pains, nasal congestion, headache, sore throat and fatigue.

• Annual vaccination in recommended as different strains of flu virus can change from year to year. This protects you against the most recent flu virus strains that maybe around.

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By Cathy McGillvray

STRENGTH AND STAR JUMPS

Firstly, while I remember, in case I get side-tracked which is something that I am prone to do, especially if something shiny is passing by, like this amazing motorcycle I saw on the weekend, it was low and loud and… oh hang on that’s not what I’m supposed to be……

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What I am supposed to be telling you is that the MONDAY HEARTBEATS CLASSES ARE BACK!! They did stop at Christmas but are now back on with a new time and new place.

Monday Classes will be held in the Clubhouse at the Churches of Christ Retirement Village and will start at 2.45pm, so just like the other classes please be there about 10mins before to sign in etc. If you would like more information just give me a call on 0408803037.

So why, after 8 years do I still love Heartbeats and why am I still as passionate about these classes as I was the day I started? Because they do what they are supposed to do! Without hype and whizz bang fancy stuff, although we do use fuzzy balls and squeaking chickens.

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Now real scientific research tells you that someone around the age of 35, who is inactive, will start to lose muscle and muscle function between Luckily being readaholic I do read 3% to 5% every year. Yep, they are research documents and scientific info losing the important stuff, you know on exercise and then just for a laugh I read rubbish like Dr Oz and other hocus muscles that let you walk, sit, stand, pocus merchants – mostly to keep myself breath and wash your back. amused but also so my clients have up Even at 35 if you don’t exercise to date information so they don’t waste muscles disappear faster than a pizza

Senior Gentle Exercises Circuit Time Before You Start Find Your Favourite Music!

Have a stable high backed chair or kitchen bench near for balance and support. Please wear flat bottomed shoes or sandals with a back strap so they can’t flick off. If you feel uncomfortable or concerned about any of these movements do not do them or stop! Don't try these exercises alone if you concerned or are unsure of your ability to complete them. Make sure you have a stable friend or family member on hand when you begin to practice these exercises. Only ever move at a speed that feels comfortable for YOU. Start slowly with each exercise until you become used to exercises, remember that you are asking your body to do something new. You may be comfortable only performing one of the exercises and not be comfortable doing the others. That is ok! Everyone’s body reacts differently to different movements. Never do something that you are nervous about by yourself. If you are at all worried please have a helpful, stable person around to make you feel more confident and secure.

Let’s get started!

The exercises below can be done as a circuit combining exercises to rest one area of your body while exercising another. Take each exercise slowly and carefully and only as many times as you are comfortable with! If possible make sure someone is with you for support.

Remember exercising does become easier if it is done regularly and small changes can make a big difference. Even practicing only one exercise a day will help improve your fitness. So use your chair, put on your flat bottomed secure shoes, ask a stable family member or friend to help if you want to and let's start.

SHOULDER & LEGS

Use a stable chair and water bottles or small hand weights Stand in front of the chair with a weight/bottle in each hand and your thumbs touching. Keeping your thumbs touching lift your hands towards your chin while sticking your elbows out from your body Lower weights down to starting position while keeping your thumbs touching. Repeat 10 times Sit and rest your shoulders and raise one leg at a time extending your lower leg and pointing your toes Repeat 10 times each leg Repeat shoulder exercise again when leg exercise is finished – repeat both exercises 3 times if possible.

FRONT LIFT, SHIN STRENGTHENER, PILES SQUATS

Sit upright on a stable chair with your shoulders back and your feet slightly apart.

Rest a cushion or ball on your legs and lift to shoulder height slowly then return to just above your legs – do not let it rest on your legs Repeat 10 times Rest your arms, keeping your heels on the ground lift your toes toward your body slowly.

Lower toes back towards floor slowly – repeat 15 times Stand up from chair and using the back of the chair or a kitchen bench for support stand with your feet as wide as you comfortably can, make sure you are stable on your feet. Squat down as low as you comfortably can without raising your toes or heels from the ground Repeat slowly, only do as many slow squats as you feel comfortable doing up to 15. Sit and repeat all exercises 3 times if possible.

FLAMINGOS, BALANCE AND TOES

Flamingo - Stand firmly on one leg and slowly lift your other foot behind you only to the height of your calf – slowly return to the ground and swap legs - Repeat 10 times each leg Arm/Leg raises - Stand firmly on one leg and raise the other leg out to the front while lifting the opposite arm as high as you comfortably can – slowly bring back to start and swap sides – Repeat 10 times each leg/arm Toeing The Line – slide each foot slowly to the front and place heel against your other foots toes. Try not to step – slide, keeping in as straight a line as possible.

Continue for 10 slides each foot Repeat all three exercises 3 times if possible.

CLOCK REACH AND SIDE LEG RAISES

Stand behind a stable chair or beside a kitchen bench Clock Reach - Use the chair for balance with one hand and lift one foot off the floor. Standing on one leg swing your arm backwards and forwards while keeping your body still 15 times Swap leg and arms and repeat 15 times Side Leg Raise - Balance with both hands on back of chair and lift one leg out to the side slowly. Make sure your body stays completely still and doesn’t “counterbalance” your leg.

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at a picnic! So if you sit around and do nothing from 35 to 65 and you can easily lose 40% of your muscle functions!

But if you are active and exercise regularly, you can reduce this loss or delay it right through to your late 70’s, 80’s and beyond. Science tells us that exercise is needed to keep your muscles and heart strong allowing you to remain independent longer, and that without regular exercise you are far more likely to fall and need more help in your daily life.

Yet, when people find out I’m a Personal Trainer, they usually say “How do I lose weight?” or they say “ohhhh! Honestly I never usually eat this double-chocolate-caramel-creamsprinkle-coated-toffee-drizzled-donut” yeah right, that’s not what your belly and thighs are telling me.

Please!!! Realise that being fit is not only about weight loss, and age is not a reason why you can no longer exercise. Exercising is about having strong bones and not needing help to get dressed. Yes, Exercise helps you play sport or lose weight, but it also will help you go places and do things you might have dreamed about doing your whole life.

I get really grouchy when I hear that someone shouldn’t do something because of “their age”. Age really doesn’t have a lot of bearing on fitness, yes exercise should definitely be appropriate for the person, but not age appropriate it should be fitness appropriate!!!

her age.

What is important is if she has any injuries that may stop her from performing some exercises, and yes there are some exercises that she shouldn’t do, just like there are some that I don’t do, and some that my 25 year old male client doesn’t do, because Every Body is different!

I know I’ve raved about this before but we need to lose the fitness catch phrase and replace it with Independence-ness or I Can Do Anything-ness, because that’s what exercise give you. Independence, strength, confidence, stability and most importantly happiness. Exercise gives you the ability to do more than star jump, it will give you the ability to age long, age well and age happy.

I get a huge amount of pleasure when I see my clients gaining their I Can Do Anything-ness. Watching those star jumps made me ridiculously happy, because I know that they make my client happy. When I consider how this lifestyle has changed me and my happiness and I’m forever grateful that I made that choice the day I started.

So are you struggling to get up off the sofa and slowly losing muscle and strength while struggling to reach your feet? Well it’s never too late to start! Never! If you start moving now you can remain independent, become stronger and happier and in a couple of months you might be showing off your star jumps to your 50 year old children on your birthday.

I looked out my window just 3 days ago and watched one of our wonderful clients complete 30 star jumps in 45 seconds. No big deal for someone of her fitness, she is strong, capable and very active. The fact that she turned 86 today proves her fitness isn’t about

Remarkable Ginger

Ginger (Zingiber officianale) is a herb, also from the same family as Turmeric, which I recently wrote about, and cardamom. The part used is also the root, or rhizome. The plant itself comes in many varieties which have large thin leaves and produces a beautiful fragrant flower that can come in a variety of colours. It is grown and used around the world and has been used for centuries for it’s therapeutic properties, particularly in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine.

Ginger is an anti-inflammatory, warming, antioxidant herb. It is a diaphoretic, antiemetic, carminative, peripheral circulatory stimulant, antiplatelet, pungent and aromatic digestive.

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Ginger is used for the respiratory system to treat acute infections, fever, common cold, acute bronchitis, bronchiectasis, chronic bronchitis, asthma, bronchial asthma and ear infections.

Due to its anti- inflammatory and platelet aggregate inhibition roles it has found to be effective in the relief of migraines.

Gingers anti-inflammatory and circulatory stimulant properties make it effective in relieving the inflammation and pain associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatism, and also helps with the maintenance and functioning of the joints and surrounding tissues as the increased blood flow delivers oxygen and nutrients. Ginger can reduce pain and inflammation after exercise and stimulate blood circulation to the hands and feet.

It has also been effective in relieving the symptoms associated with spasmodic dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, menstrual cramps and Raynaud’s syndrome.

Ginger can be used in many forms and is commonly available as a tea, in crystallised form, the fresh grated rhizome used in cooking in curries, stir fry’s, also in soups, jams & biscuits and can be made into ginger ale, and ginger wine, and as a herbal tincture. It has also been effective as a deep tissue rub.

A soothing lemon, ginger and mint iced tea is deliciously refreshing on a hot day!

Ginger is helpful for the gastrointestinal system. Studies have shown ginger to be effective in relieving nausea related to morning sickness ( plus also when combined with Vitamin B6) and for motion sickness, travel sickness and sea sickness. It can also help to relieve wind and indigestion, dyspepsia, intestinal colic, abdominal bloating and flatulence and strengthen digestive weakness.

Carmen Lizasoain is a qualified Naturopath.

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WHY EVERYONE FALLS IN LOVE WITH

Europe conjures up imagery of still rivers, glass lakes and snow- capped mountains. It is no wonder then that certain places endear themselves to travellers for those reasons and more.

The older generation will remember Czechoslovakia and the countries checkered past. At the time of World War I it was known as the Austro Hungarian Empire encompassing Bohemia and Moravia. Czechoslovakia broke into two countries in 1993 which seemed inevitable with Slovakians and the Czechoslovakians not seeing eye to eye both politically and economically. So as travellers we now have two stunning countries to visit.

The romance of Prague began around the time of the Palaeolithic Age. It is said that a princess married a common ploughman to fulfil a prophecy for the future. This quote seems to show that she indeed did see the magic or dreamt of the future for Prague. ‘I see a vast city, whose glory will touch the stars!

I see a place in the middle of a forest where a steep cliff rises above the Vltava River. There is a man, who is chiselling the threshold (prah) for the house. A castle named Prague (Praha) will be built there,’ she envisioned.

For some it is a fairy-tale land with spires and goblins, crystal chandeliers and statues of a bygone era. Today Prague is still noted for incredible Marionettes depicting the past and the present. The puppet (bringing wood to life) theatre dates back to the 17th century. Marionettes tell stories of imps and brave knights, princesses and demons and still entertain children and adults alike the world over.

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Minute House of the Writer Kafke

Prague City Prague is also home to the ‘Good King Wenceslas’ Christmas carol written somewhere around 950. Who knew it was that old – the feast of Stephen and the snow laying round about. Wenceslas is buried in the Chapel of St Vitas Cathedral, a stunning testimony to the gothic Romanesque architecture of the time. Prague Castle emanates a sense of history as it proudly stands above the banks of the Vltava River. Built around 880, it is one of the largest castles in the world. Look hard enough and you might see horses riding through the hall.

The city flourished under the reign and we came up with a raffle to raise funds for the people of Winton.

“The premise was to send money to Winton to buy vouchers from local businesses to give to locals in need.

That way the money circulates to support not only locals who receive the help, but also local workers, businesses who supply the goods and services, and ultimately Winton.

“I was blown away by the generosity of Beachmere businesses and Beachmere residents who purchased the raffle tickets and donated so willingly”.

“As a birthday … it’s been great,” Rhonda said.

Photo Supplied - Beachmere Hair & Beauty Owner Rhonda Weekes with client Trudi in the chair.

When local hairdresser Rhonda W celebrated fifteen years of operating her business in Beachmere she wanted to give back – in a big way.

“Instead of the usual glass of bubbly and some cheese and crackers with my clients, I wanted to involve them in something much bigger.”

“I did some research and found that Winton was a sister city of Moreton Shire. I contacted the Winton CWA and, with the help of their wonderful President Chris Batt, I organised that ‘something bigger’,“ Rhonda said.

“The drought caused such hardship, but what was worse was the devastating flood that killed thousands of head of livestock. Some farmers lost all their stock which will take years to recover.

Now it’s off the television radar people forget or move on, but the people doing it tough are still living it.”

“I contacted other local Beachmere businesses and asked for their support,

and the moon in the sky – and statues of catholic saints. The figure of death strikes the hour with apostles circling the time piece. There is a superstition that indicates the failure to keep the

Photo Supplied - The huge range of prizes donated by Beachmere businesses for the raffle.

of Charles the IV in the 14th Century and the Charles Bridge was named to honour his memory. The old town square is like moving through a time capsule. The buildings are old but modern shops have filled the doorways of history. Churches are in abundance with the Tyn Church and the church of St Nicolas being the most prominent.

The Mala’ Strana or main square is where you will find many of the tourist hot spots including the world famous Astronomical Clock- built in 1410.

There are three main components of the clock and feature the position of the sun

Ratepayers to fight council

It is a sad day when ratepayers are forced to take court action against council decisions because it is the only course of action left to ensure that the elected council protects its citizens from harm. The case in point is the failure of Moreton Bay Regional Council to protect its citizens from oppressive and health-damaging noise from concerts at Sandstone Point Hotel. Council has recently approved a further increase of an additional three outdoor rock concerts from 9 to 12 per year, with no relief from the noise and traffic chaos that these events cause.

The original application was for a “neighbourhood hotel” with “occasional outdoor events”.

The latest council decision, announced on 29 March 2019 despite hundreds of written objections, has prompted the formation of Pumicestone Area Noise Abatement Group [PANAG] - formed to support an appeal to the Planning and Environment Court against the council's decisions.

Ken Park, President of PANAG, commented: “Despite the terrible noise effects of these concerts for two years, and the hundreds of complaints and objections, OUR council has now approved a further three concerts each year with no reduction in the noise levels.

Also, with recent events attracting more than 13,000 people, the majority of whom drive to the venue causing extensive traffic congestion, there has been no improvement to traffic management.

The thumping of the amplified base instruments –hour after hour, up to 10.00 pm at night, makes life in the surrounding neighbourhoods completely intolerable.

The zoning of the area which includes the hotel does not allow such noise, but the council has still chosen to approve the Development Applications. Residents, many of whom are retired people seeking

mechanical timepiece in good order will result in Prague suffering some downfall. The calendar dial was added in 1490. It is the main attraction in the square followed by Minute House, the home of famous writer Franz Kafke.

Catch the lift in the adjoining building to get a birds eye view of the city. The Jewish Quarter must not be missed with the cemetery allowing us a glimpse of the beauty and romance of the past.

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a quiet quality of life, built here well before the hotel arrived.

All of the Bribie Island and Sandstone Point community is now well aware of the adverse effects on traffic, lack of access to and from their homes and the inability of the emergency services, particularly ambulances to respond to life threatening situations.”

PANAG has released a ‘Sandstone Point Hotel – APPEAL’ document to inform all potentially interested parties and particularly to ask for contributions to a ‘fighting fund’ to mount the court challenge – copies are available from Treasurer Peter Dallimore, treasurer. panag@gmail.com phone 0409321779.

Mr Park commented: “The owners of the hotel are formidable opponents with very deep pockets – we understand they literally make in excess of $1 million dollars from a single event! Also, unfortunately, we must take on our own council which will spend seemingly unlimited funds opposing its own ratepayers.”

He also commented on the very questionable decision-making process by the council on 19th March 2019, when the additional concerts were considered. Three councillors, including the Mayor were absent and four of those in attendance declared perceived conflicts of interest with the applicant David Comiskey, which prevented them from voting on the application. As a quorum was then not available to vote, the decision was delegated to the council’s Chief Executive Officer.

Mr Park said: “This is not the first time this has happened. It is unbelievable that the council that we elected to govern and to make decisions that reflect the best interests of ratepayers is incapable of doing its job. It is completely unacceptable that decisions are delegated to an unelected public servant who, it would appear, also may have a possible conflict of interest.”

Further Information: Ken Park 07 34088648

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A message from Eric Sheilds Candidate for Mayor

Hi folks and welcome to another of my posts on what Policies I wish to introduce if elected to Mayor of Moreton Bay. Today I wish to cover; •Better Government Relationships •Widening of Bribie Road For most of my voting life like most people, I’ve never understood why our politicians at the different levels of Government can’t work more closely together for the benefit of the general community.

We all pay taxes, we all vote and we’re all Australian citizens, so why the problems when it comes to getting things done, the answer of course is Politics, and the community needs usually takes second place.

I hope to change that.

My thoughts are this, for many years now the community has been screaming for something to be done to improve the traffic congestion in and out of Bribie Island and there is no doubt that Bribie Island is fast

becoming a major tourist area and we badly need to widen Bribie Island Road as quickly as possible for the future.

I know residents are also angry at the congestion, I see them complaining about it all the time.

I can’t think of one project right now that is more important than improving the traffic flow on Bribie Island Road, it will have an enormous effect on our local economy with visitors coming and going and this in turn will see an increase in jobs and small business around the Bribie Island area.

This will mean a joint effort between both the MBRC and also the State Government and from what I’ve seen and read, the community wants this project done as quickly as possible.

It will be a priority for me to get this project done during my term if elected to Mayor.

I also want to let the community know that any future infrastructure or developments that is planned for Moreton Bay will be scrutinized more closely and developers will be held accountable for any developments they wish to pursue which need the infrastructure put in place first before approval is given, there won’t be any concerns for “conflict of interest” under my watch, everything will be done openly and with clear public knowledge, consultation and understanding.

Thank you for your time in reading my policy on Bribie Island Road and better Government relationships and if you wish to see my other policies you can do so at https://www.ericshieldsformayor. com/policies/. or contact me on my Facebook site at Eric Shields Candidate For Mayor of Moreton Bay. My regards, Eric Shields

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Restaurant now open at 155 Welsby Parade Bongaree. 07 3474 7899

GROUP: Bribie Celtic Fiddlers MEETS: Every last Sunday TIMES: 10am - Noon WHERE: “Vibe” Markets @ Community Arts Centre REMARKS: Regular rehearsals. Keen musicians welcome.

COST: $0 CONTACT: Ross 0490 015 353 GROUP: The Bribie Island Community Parkinson’s Support Group MEETS: On the second Thursday of each month (December and January excepted) TIMES: From 1.00pm until 3.00pm WHERE: In the Anzac Room at the Bribie Island RSL Club, 99 Toorbul Street, Bongaree REMARKS: The meetings are open to people with Parkinson’s and their carers and family members; and anyone in the community with an interest in Parkinson’s Disease COST: a gold coin donation towards postal costs and a gift for guest speakers CONTACT: Co-ordinator David Martin, 0418 750120 GROUP: Bribie Island Family History Interest Group MEETS: We meet in the Anzac Room at the Bribie Island RSL Club at 93 - 105 Toorbul Street, Bongaree WHERE: Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at 1pm and the second Thursday of the month at 10am, FEBRUARY to DECEMBER. REMARKS: Members talk about their genealogical finds or ask for assistance with their family research. Numerous meetings feature a guest speaker on various subjects. Why not come along to our friendly club, share a cup of tea, coffee and a biscuit and see if we can find your family with you.

COST: No Annual Subscription or joining fee CONTACT: Phone Bette on 3408 3096.

GROUP: Toorbul & Donnybrook Pensioners Club MEETS: Mondays - Tai Chi 8 - 9 am.; Craft group 9.00 - 11.00; Indoor Bowls 1.00 - 3.30 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month: - Line Dancing 8 - 9a.m.

Fridays - Tai Chi 8 - 9 am.

WHERE: 1798 Pumicestone Road, Toorbul REMARKS: A Church Service is conducted each month - 3rd Sunday at 8.15 a.m. Fr George from St Michael’s officiates.

Our regular monthly meetings are on the 1st Wednesday of each month, with a short Church Service at 9 a.m. followed by morning tea, and the meeting at 10.15 am.

COST: Most activities at the club cost members $2; with non-members $3.

There is a $10 yearly subscription to become a member from May to April every year.

CONTACT: Helen 0428130726, or Ruth: 07 54292310.

GROUP: Bribie Island VIEW Club.

MEETS: On the fourth Wednesday of the month at 11.30 for 12.00 luncheon, which usually includes a guest speaker.

WHERE: Serenity @ The Waterways, Welsby Parade.

REMARKS: VIEW stands for Voice Interests and Education of Women and supports the work of the Smith Family.

Other casual functions – morning tea, movie morning – are held during the month.

CONTACT: If you wish to find out more, or come to one of our luncheons, you could speak to Jennifer on 3408 2152 or Pat 3408 3835

GROUP: Dementia Support group meeting (includes guest speakers MEETS: 3 Monday of every month from 11am to 1pm WHERE: Banksia Beach Croquet Club, Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach REMARKS: Everyone invited to come along.

COST: $2 includes lunch.

GROUP: The Probus Club of Bribie Island Inc MEETS: First Tuesday each month at 9.00am WHERE: Bribie Island RSL Conference Room REMARKS: A mixed fellowship club open to all residents of Bribie Island and surrounding areas.

COST: $25.00 joining fee, $25.00 annual membership fee.

CONTACTS: Mark Sunter (3408-4145) and Ursula Maffey (3410-0792) GROUP: Pumicestone Passage Probus Club MEETS: 2nd Tuesday of the month from 9.15am for a 9.30am Start WHERE: Bribie Island RSL, Toorbul Street, Bongaree REMARKS: PPP is a mixed club and its ethos is Fun, Fellowship and Friendship.

Meetings are relaxed and informative and the club also holds many social events outside of the regular monthly meeting.

COST: Annual Subscriptions are $30 single and $60 Couple.

CONTACT: please phone Kathy Vincent on 3410 1197 or mobile 0406312074 Kathy.vincent5@googlemail.com GROUP: Bribie Masonic Lodge MEETS: On the 2nd Wednesday of the month from Feb – Nov WHERE: 25 Banya st Bongaree at 7 pm.

REMARKS: Any member who has not been a regular attender is most welcome also any visiting member from interstate or country member are welcome also.

COST: Did not provide CONTACT: Nev 0407 300 765 or Ron 0418 858 855 GROUP: Pumicestone Trefoil Guild MEETS: 3rd Monday each month WHERE: Girl Guides Hut, Webster Street, Bongaree REMARKS: Trefoil Guild is the adult section of Girl Guides Australia COST: $70.00 per annum CONTACT: President Marjorie on 3410 0348 or Secretary Pat on 3408 4079..

GROUP: National Servicemen’s Association (Nashos) MEETS: First Tuesday of the Month WHERE: 25 Boronia Drive, Bellara REMARKS: Lunch provided and partners welcome COST: Nil CONTACT: John Price 0439 287 747 GROUP: Sandstone Point mainly music MEETS: Sandstone Point Community & Sports Complex TIMES: 9:30 am Thursdays during school term WHERE: 202 Bestmann Road, Sandstone Point REMARKS: For babies to pre-schoolers and their carer. Full of fun, educational music and musical activity to grow and develop your child, followed by something to eat and something to play with, plus time for you to eat and chat!

COST: $6 child or $7 per family (1st session free) CONTACT: Ph 0413 251 569 GROUP: Ecumenical Children’s Choir MEETS: Every Thursday afternoon of school terms from 3.30p.m. to 4.45p.m.

WHERE: Bribie Island Uniting Church, Webster Street, Bongaree

REMARKS: Open to all children who love to sing - aged 4 to 15 years. Children taught skills in singing and reading music; learn songs that script our children for positive living; share their music and faith with the elderly three times a year and at other times and functions. Children can work towards earning badges for particular skills.

Performance uniforms supplied. Parents welcome at practices.

COST: Nil CONTACT: Margaret on 5497 5777 GROUP: Messy Church MEETS: Every second Sunday of the month from February to November inclusive, from 4p.m. to 6p.m.

WHERE: Bribie Island Church, Webster Street, Bongaree REMARKS: Church for all ages and all the family. Commences at 4p.m. with fun (and sometimes messy) activities which follow a theme - all age activities. Followed by a short celebration around the theme.

Concluding with a delicious evening meal.

COST: Donation CONTACT: Margaret on 5497 5777 GROUP: Association of Independent Retirees. ( National Group ) MEETS: Every third Friday normally.

TIMES: From 9.30am to noon.

WHERE: Cnr Kitchener Rd., & 2 Bohland St., Kedron ( O.E.S.Hall ) REMARKS: The Association of Independant Retirees (AIR) a group of self-minded retirees who are fully or partial self-funded.

We are strong in lobbing the Government of issues affecting our lifestyle.

COST: Small cost for coffee/tea and bickies.

Plus, membership fees if join.

CONTACT: 07 3881 1820 or 07 3351 4126 after 5.00pm or sitram@powerup.com.au GROUP : Lions Club of Sandstone Point Inc MEETS : 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month TIME : 6.30pm for 7pm start WHERE : Sandstone Point Community Hall, 202 Bestmann Road East, Sandstone Point REMARKS : Local Service Club servicing local area - motto “We Serve”. No ongoing meal cost.

COST : $50 joining fee plus half yearly fees CONTACT : 0435 017752 GROUP; Caboolture Family Research Group Inc MEETS: Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday TIMES; 9.30am to 2.00pm WHERE; Caboolture Historical Village, Beerburrum Road REMARKS; We are a not for profit group and seek your assistance in promoting our group. We offer one hour FREE assisted locally, Australian and overseas research is available at our Club COST; No entry fee to Vill age for CFHRG research CONTACT: 07 54282018 or email us at cfhrg55@bigpond.com GROUP: Bribie Island U3A – University of the Third Age MEETS: 30 different Classes each day for Seniors TIMES: From 8;30 am to 3;30 pm daily WHERE: U3A Centre classrooms, Rec Hall, 156 First Avenue REMARKS: Timetable at Library, Info and Neighbourhood Centres COST: $10 per year and $2 per class CONTACT: 3408 1450 and www. u3abribie.org.au GROUP: Bribie Island Environment Protection Association Inc. MEETS: Fourth Monday Every Month WHERE: Anzac Room, Bribie Island RSL TIME: 7pm PROGRAMME: Interesting guest speakers every month. Visitors welcome.

MEMBERSHIP: Single $15 yearly, Family $20 yearly.

CONTACT: President, Diane Oxenford 0438111163, www.biepa.org GROUP: Bribie Island Orchid Society Meets: Second Saturday of the month for New Growers and fourth Tuesday of the month for the cultural meeting. Plants to be benched by 1pm for judging. Meeting starts 1.30pm Where: The Orchid House, First Ave. service road.

Remarks: Social and informative group, promoting the learning, culture and enjoyment of orchid growing and fellowship.

Cost: Meetings are free, annual membership $15 per family, afternoon tea supplied by members on completion of meeting.

Contact. President, Paul Thomas 0428099938 or Secretary, Teresa Watson 0407782290 GROUP - Being There – Grief Friendship and Support Morning Tea Meets – 1st Wednesday of the month 10am – 11am Where – 2/229 Goodwin Drive, Bongaree Remarks – Hosted by Geoff Bradford, the morning tea will create a space for people to share the story of their grief with people who understand.

Geoff has a wide range of experiences assisting men and women through many forms of grief, his wisdom and insight will al low people to know that it is a normal part of life.

Contact - 0421 8 66 560 geoffbradford2@bigpond.com GROUP - Bribie Island Garden Club Meets – 4th Wednesday of each month at 9.00am for a 9.30am stary Where - Bribie Is RSL Club Remarks - Enjoy a beautiful bench of flowers, morning tea and friendly people.

Contact - Les mobile 0411 049 894 GROUP: RSL (QLD) Beachmere SubBranch Inc. MEETS: Every second Saturday Monthly TIMES: 9 am WHERE: Beachmere Community Hall in Progress Road.

REMARKS: We raise funds to help support serving and retired Defence Force Personnel and their families. New members welcome.

COST: RSL membership CONTACT: Dick 0753272861GROUP: Beachmere Slimmers Inc MEETS: Every Friday at 9am WHERE: Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Aveue REMARKS: We are a friendly support group meeting weekly COST: Joining fee $15, Weekly fee $4 CONTACT: Judy 0401 153 633 & Find us on Facebook Beachmere Slimmers Inc GROUP: Bribie Island Road Runners & Walkers Club MEETS: Saturday & Sunday morning at 6am WHERE: Bongaree Jetty REMARKS: We have runners & walkers of all capabilities. Enjoy a run or walk and join us for a social coffee afterwards COST: $10 annual QRun membership & Gold Coin donation per week that you participate CONTACT: Bruce Vale Club Secretary on 0435014880 or visit our Facebook page

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A MESSAGE FROM SUSAN It's a busy time of year in politics. The Liberals dropped their disappointing Budget, Labor announced our positive plan for Australia, and now we're just a few short weeks away from an election. Now that Parliament has adjourned, it's great to be back in our community - where I've been lucky to call home for the past 30 years.

While local families like mine were let down by the Government's Budget - the Liberals locking in their cuts to schools and hospitals - I'm sticking with Labor to stand up for regular Aussies.

I've got a plan for our region; a plan that ensures that everyone in our community gets a fair go.

When you see me out-and-about - maybe at our local shops or at a community event - I'd love to hear your thoughts about Labor's plan for our area.

Susan Lamb MP Federal Member for Longman

Calling out the Liberals’ unfair 2019 Budget After six years of LNP cuts and chaos, and mere weeks before an election, this Budget was Scott Morrison’s last chance to reverse his cuts to the services that everyday Australians rely on. Instead, it locked in cuts to local schools, hospitals, and apprenticeships and training. Our community was completely overlooked in their Budget, too - there wasn't a single cent of new infrastructure funding for 2019. But, what makes it that much worse, is that the

Liberals have used a $1.6 billion underspend on the NDIS to fund their Budget. The decision to hold the NDIS to ransom so that the Liberals can continue to side with the top end of town isn’t just unfair - it’s wrong. I’ve been calling on the Government to rethink their priorities and I hope they listen. I hope they listen when they hear Labor’s plan to bring back a fair go for regular Aussies, like you and like me.

Sticking up for our community with positive policies In contrast to the Liberals’ disappointing Budget, I’m proud to supporting our community with Labor’s suite of positive policies that really set us apart.

Despite the out-of-touch Liberals siding with the top end of town, Labor is prioritizing a fair go for regular Aussies. While the Liberals are ripping $2.9 million out of Caboolture Hospital, Labor is putting the money back where it belongs and delivering a $17 million Urgent Care Clinic for Bribie Island. And where the Liberals are cutting millions out of local schools, Labor is investing in our kids. Labor’s plan is comprehensive and shaped by community consultation. That’s why I want to hear from you about what you think our priorities should be. Feel free to call my office, or stop and say hello when you see me in the community.

Authorised by Susan Lamb MP, Australian Labor Party, Level 1, 69 King Street Caboolture Qld 4510.

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I remember my first Easter in the remote Kimberley. I’d been camping with friends the previous week, then driven home to Noonkanbah alone.

All other teachers were away as were most of the Aboriginal families - the usual exodus to town or to the coast.

I’d be alone all Easter Sunday, but I didn’t mind that. I could go for a swim in the river, where there would be people to talk to. However, most of the day was spent attaching a disposable gas cylinder to my new little lamp.

I must have done something wrong because gas started to pour out of a hole I punctured. Fortunately, it wasn’t lit at the time but to be safe I placed the cylinder in the middle of the road outside my camp to let the gas escape.

Then, with much fear and following the instructions carefully this time, I connected my new lamp to the gas cylinder again. It worked!

After that I moved on to my fridge and managed to get that going too. It had been turned off while I was away, to save the bottled gas.

I reveled in my sense of independence.

I had a cold fridge, a lamp that worked, and there was water in the hose. That night I would treat myself to the fresh fruit and chocolate Easter eggs I’d bought in the Derby supermarket.

Billie, father of four school kids, appeared holding out the school keys.

‘Did you have a good trip?’ he asked.

‘Any photos?’

I enjoyed sharing them with Billie until his smile vanished. ‘Grasshoppers ate all the school trees’, he said softly.

Almost apologetic. There was more.

The pumpkins, zucchinis, beans, the basil bush, the coral tree and the spinach were all gone. What could I say? Everyone in the school had

Katarina Carroll appointed Queensland Police Commissioner Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced Katarina Carroll is Queensland’s new Police Commissioner.

The current Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner takes on her new role in July.

“This is a proud day for the Commissioner and for Queensland,” the Premier said.

“She has worn the uniforms of two branches of our emergency services and stood by us in our toughest times, including Cyclones Debbie and Marcia not to mention the 2018 bushfires.

“When our police go to work each day, they willingly put themselves in danger to keep us safe.

“Katarina is one of those people with that special courage and community spirit.

“Now I am asking her to keep all of us safe and to guide our police service.

“I know police and our state are in good hands.”

Commissioner Carroll started her career

worked so hard to make the garden.

We’d been planning what healthy meals we’d be able to eat.

‘Sorry,’ Billie said as he left me. His family would be waiting.

My Easter was as ruined as the school garden! Everything had been perfect before Billie came.

I wanted revenge. Weren’t chocolate coated grasshoppers a delicacy in some countries - or was that some other insect? It might be Easter, I thought, but being dipped in hot chocolate was too good a punishment for them.

What could I do to make myself feel better? I opened the fridge and removed an Easter egg. Then I lit my lamp.

Suddenly insects invaded! Black beetles and flying ants swarmed around the light and then moved on to my head, getting in my eyes and ears. When I opened my mouth to curse them, they flew into that too!

That was the last straw. For some reason I began to chuckle at the thought of chocolate coated insects. Get over it, I told myself. Look at the fading sunset.

Eat your egg. Eat two. Or three! Then go and have a shower.

I walked down the road to the public shower (I had no bathroom of my own).

On the way back I could hear someone playing a guitar. There was laughter in the distance. I passed Billie’s house.

His family were cooking yabbies’ on an outside fire. Billie’s wife played a guitar as she sang a slim Dusty song. All the family joined in.

‘Teacher,’ Billie called. ‘Come here.

We’ve got plenty yabbies’ for you.’

It was a good Easter after all.

on general duties before rising to detective and then leadership roles in the drug squad, Crime Operations and Ethical Standards.

In 2007 she was made a Superintendent in the Far North Region.

In 2008 she was made Chief Superintendent and Assistant Commissioner in 2010.

She took a leadership role in planning and operations of the G20 Summit in Brisbane before taking the role of Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner in December 2014.

Police Minister Mark Ryan said her selection came after an international search.

“Commissioner Carroll has the respect and friendship of so many police around the state and for good reason,” Minister Ryan said.

“She has served not just the people of Queensland but has also played vital roles in a number of national and international groups including the Australia and New Zealand Counter Terrorism Committee for Command.”

Commissioner Carroll graduated from the police academy in 1983.

She is Queensland’s 20th Police Commissioner and the first woman to fill the role in the service’s 159-year history.

“The pride I felt the day I first pulled on that blue shirt has never left me,” Commissioner Carroll said.

“To now lead this group of men and women is humbling.”

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Community uproar over bird deterrents on Bribie Bridge State Member for Pumicestone, Simone Wilson said she is wanting answers on why the Department of Transport and Main Roads installed metal bird deterrents on the Bribie Island Bridge this week, leaving the pelicans without a place to roost.

“The pelicans are gone now, and this is a crying shame for our community who loved seeing them atop of the lights, welcoming all to the Island, “Mrs Wilson said. Mrs Wilson has called the Minister for Transport and Main Road, Mark Bailey’s office today seeking an explanation as to why the deterrents were installed without community consultation and under the cover of darkness.

“These bird deterrents were installed by stealth earlier this week and no one saw it coming”, Mrs Wilson said.

“It has taken our community by total surprise and we want our pelicans returned “These are our mascots and they are a real attraction for visitors coming onto the bridge “My community is outraged by what has occurred here and so am I”, Mrs Wilson said.

“I have been trying to get answers from Transport and Main Roads since this came to my attention earlier this week, however I am yet to receive a reply “I have taken this issue to the Minister’s office to intervene as I want this

situation rectified and the pelicans to return to their safe roost “Bribie Island is a flora and fauna sanctuary and our pelicans were much loved and protected by our community”, Mrs Wilson said.

Since being the Member for Pumicestone, Mrs Wilson said she has received only one complaint in late 2018 regarding pelican droppings on a vehicle travelling along the bridge.

“As part of my duty of care I reported this to TMR at that time and their response was that nothing would be done to deter the pelicans which I agreed with “So, what has changed since then? Why were deterrents installed by stealth and what is TMR prepared to do to return the pelicans to their roost without risk to motorists and pedestrians on the bridge?

“Instead of placing metal rods to keep the pelicans away, TMR could have extended a place for the Pelicans to roost over the water away from vehicles and pedestrians”, Mrs Wilson said. TMR and the Minister for Transport and Main Road’s office is yet to respond to Mrs Wilson.

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Sylvan Beach Sylvan Seafood 407 Resort 414 Island Curtains Silver Shores Caravan Park 417 221 218 Bribie Kiosk & Boat Hire Bribie Island Visitor Centre 219 No Limits 4x4 Hire Bribie Island 227 Boat Charters 220 Dock and Dine Ignite by Dockside 231

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Island Quilters Quilt Show Exhibition Dates

May 13th - 26th in the Matthew Flinders Gallery • This exhibition is a Quilters’ delight • Will include hand-crafted items and charity quilts for sale, • A table runner challenge • Viewers’ Choice competition • Trade Vendors

Fresh Fish And Fresh Prawn Cutlets In Season, Burgers, Hotdogs, Sandwiches, Chips ect. Cold Drinks Ice-Blocks, Di Bella Coffee and Hot Chocolate, Slushy’s, Pacific Harvest Bait, Petrol And Diesel, Elgas and all other conveniences Front Of Store Dining Area For You To Sit Down And Enjoy Your Meal

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For an affordable, quiet and restful holiday or break in your caravanning journey around Australia you can’t go past Beachmere Caravan Park.

Access for busses/coaches Free Wi-Fi

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Bribie Island Community Arts Centre monthly Bribie Vibe Arts and Craft Markets are held on the last Sunday of the month. Many stalls include incredible crafted works – spoil yourself or find the ideal gift for friends and family.

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Featuring 2 huge screens, surround sound, comfortable air conditioned cinemas and the latest 3D technology, you can be assured that Bribie Cinemas are all about the movies!

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Face Painting

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Bike race friendly

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0730 – 0900 BREAKFAST & LAUNCH BOATS – Spinnaker Sound Ramp.

10.00 -1200 PUMICESTONE PASSAGE CRUISE Watch from Spinnaker Sound Marina and Banksia Beach (Tides this year will not allow most boats to cruise to Donnybrook.)

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Green light for Caboolture intersection upgrades

A major $5.33 million upgrade for two of Caboolture’s busiest intersections is now complete.

The Palaszczuk Government has finished works on upgrading the Beerburrum Road and Industry Drive intersection and Beerburrum Road and Pumicestone Road intersection, which connect Caboolture’s CBD with the D’Aguilar Highway, the popular Queensland State Equestrian Centre, historical village and showgrounds.

Member for Morayfield Mark Ryan said following a number serious crashes at the intersections, the Palaszczuk Government had prioritised building new turning lanes, traffic islands and pedestrian crossings to improve safety.

“Before the upgrade, the majority of crashes at these intersections were caused by motorists trying to find gaps in traffic when attempting to turn right,” Mr Ryan said.

“We’ve widened the both intersections, built new dedicated right turn lanes, and modified the timing of the traffic lights so vehicles can safely turn right.

“As popular area for families heading onto the D’Aguilar Highway, QSEC, the Sunday markets and the historical village, it’s critical we deliver safer intersections.”

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said the project also included relocating the northbound Pumicestone Road railway pedestrian crossing, realigning and improving the road surface and footpaths, and reshaping and relocating traffic islands.

“These upgrades are funded under the Palaszczuk Government’s Targeted Road Safety Program, which improves road safety and focuses on implementing high-benefit, costeffective solutions to prevent crashes and incidents on Queensland roads,” Mr Bailey said.

The Beerburrum Road and Industry Drive intersection upgrade has been delivered as part of the $28.8 million Morayfield Road and Beerburrum Road Route Safety Project.

Action on Australian 4WD Hire Welcomed

State Member for Clayfield Tim Nicholls has welcomed news today that the ACCC has started court action against Smart Corporation Pty Ltd trading as Australian 4WD Hire.

“Today’s news is a welcome development and has come about as a result of the persistence and hard work of a group of victims who have in my view been ripped off by the actions of this company over a long period,” he said.

“Last June, I revealed the practices of Australian 4WD Hire in Parliament and described them as “unscrupulous, unfair, fraudulent and quite possibly illegal activities that affect many Australians as well as foreign tourists”.

“It seems the ACCC agrees with me.

“Now the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has taken action on these claims and is seeking, amongst other things, banning orders against Fleet Manager and former bankrupt Vitali Roesch and company director Maryna Kosukhina.

Community “There are many former customers who will be very glad to see this action commence.

Mr Nicholls said this case is important to Australia’s reputation with international tourists.

“We want our reputation as a safe, fun, friendly and honest tourist destination to be maintained and quite frankly Australian 4WD Hire and their activities have left a sour taste with many international tourists visiting Australia,” Mr Nicholls said.

regardless of their age, can participate and be included in their communities, be resilient and enjoy social and economic wellbeing.”

Find out more about elder abuse at https://www.communities.qld.gov.au/ campaign/theres-no-excuse-elder-abuse.

The Elder Abuse Prevention Unit’s Year in Review report is available at https:// www.eapu.com.au/.

$1.7 million for state of the art health Increased elder training at abuse awareness Caboolture “Now it will be up to the courts to make the necessary findings but in the meantime I repeat the warning I gave in Parliament to steer clear of Australian 4WD Hire and Vitali Roesch.”

drives rise in calls to Helpline The number of calls to the Palaszczuk Government-funded Elder Abuse Helpline increased by more than 17 percent during the 2017-18 financial year, with more than 1900 Queenslanders reporting elder abuse over those 12 months.

The figures make up part of the Elder Abuse Prevention Unit’s Year in Review report, which was released this week.

Minister for Seniors Coralee O’Rourke said the increase in calls was a sign that the Palaszczuk Government’s elder abuse awareness campaigns were working.

“This is the largest annual increase in elder abuse notifications since the Elder Abuse Prevention Unit began collecting this data in 2000-01,” Mrs O’Rourke said.

“We believe this isn’t necessarily a reflection of an increase in the incidence of elder abuse, but rather that it reflects an increased awareness of this long under-reported issue within the community.

“This report represents the most comprehensive data on elder abuse in the state and is a clear indication that awareness campaigns such as those run by the Palaszczuk Government and the Queensland Law Society are getting the message across that elder abuse won’t be tolerated.”

The data also shows that the most common forms of elder abuse reported were financial abuse (1511 calls) and psychological abuse (1207 calls).

More than half of victims were aged 80 years or above, with the highest proportion of victims aged between 80 and 84 years old.

The Elder Abuse Prevention Unit receives $757,204 funding from the Palaszczuk Government to operate the Elder Abuse Helpline in the 2018/19 financial year.

Mrs O’Rourke said the Palaszczuk Government was committed to responding to, raising awareness of and reducing elder abuse.

“There are other forms of abuse, such as sexual abuse, which may be underreported and I encourage people to report these,” she said.

“Our seniors make a valuable contribution to communities across Queensland, and they deserve to live free from abuse.

“Tackling elder abuse is one of our commitments under the Queensland: an age friendly community action plan.

“This forms part of our wider commitment to creating age-friendly communities where Queenslanders,

Work is kicking off at the TAFE Caboolture campus to upgrade the health training facilities.

Minister for Training and Skills Development Shannon Fentiman visited the campus today and inspected the health training facilities.

“We want to make sure Queenslanders have access to world class training facilities,” Ms Fentiman said.

“The Palaszczuk Government is investing $700,000 to improve nursing and aged care clinical training spaces.”

“The modernisation of C block will involve a redesign of the nursing practical spaces to provide an extra five bed ward, a learning area, an observation and viewing room.

“The teaching space will simulate interactive mini hospital wards, similar to the upgrades approved for Pimlico, Toowoomba and Loganlea TAFE Queensland campuses in 2018-19.

“More than 800 students annually will benefit from the upgrade at the Caboolture campus which will also allow for new courses to be offered.

“The Jobs Queensland Anticipating Future Skills report showed health care and social assistance were the top industries predicted to grow with a 20% increase in nursing to 2022.

“And at the Caboolture campus, the Diploma of Nursing is the most popular course and there has been a 14% increase in enrolments in the past year.

“In December last year we doubled the subsidy for Diploma of Nursing to make it $4,000 cheaper for eligible students to gain this valuable qualification.

Member for Morayfield Mark Ryan welcomed the upgrades to the health training facilities for the Caboolture region.

“The upgrade will enhance the educational delivery of all of these courses through state-of-the-art equipment that mirrors hospital facilities,” Mr Ryan said.

“The upgrade will also assist with preparing a workforce for the roll out of the NDIS in the Caboolture area, which began in January this year.”

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Ms Fentiman said the Palaszczuk Government is investing in TAFE and apprentices in Queensland.

“The Morrison Liberal National Government in Canberra have continued to build on their more than $3 billion in cuts to skills and training with their latest budget,” Ms Fentiman said.

“The Budget delivered $525 million with one hand, but snatched away $649 million with the other.”

“Scott Morrison’s so-called Skills Package was actually a cuts package of more than $120 million.

“We are going backwards in training in skills under the LNP at a time we should be surging forward.”

“LNP cuts are in stark contrast to Federal Labor, who will commit $1 billion towards TAFE and apprentices through 100,000 free TAFE places nationally, incentives for 150,000 additional apprentices and $200 million for TAFE infrastructure.

“This is a true partnership – something we never see from the LNP.”

Unemployment gets worse across Moreton Bay under Labor, Tim Mander MP Says.

The Moreton Bay North region* is in the midst of an unemployment disaster, following the release of new data by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Deputy LNP Leader Tim Mander said Annastacia Palaszczuk’s priorities are all wrong.

“Queensland has the second worst unemployment rate in the country, all thanks to the Palaszczuk Labor Government,” Mr. Mander said.

“Almost 20,000 Queenslanders were added to the jobless queue last month.

“While 162,000 are out of work and looking for a job under Labor.

“Annastacia Palaszczuk has slugged Queenslanders with five new taxes, the cost of living has soared, infrastructure spending is down, the health system is in crisis and transport is a mess.

“This out of touch government has no plan or vision for the state.

“It’s saddens me that these unemployment figures have become predictable.

“Annastacia Palaszczuk and her embattled Treasurer Jackie Trad are out of touch and are clueless how to get more Queenslanders in a job.” *Moreton Bay North:

• Unemployment at 9.4 per cent, up 1.1 per cent in one year.

• Queenslanders in the jobless queue up 1,200 in one year to 11,300.

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Federal Member for Longman Susan Lamb said a Shorten Labor Government will commit an additional $1 million to the Caboolture TAFE campus.

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“We want Australians to have access to the best in training, especially for the jobs in the growing healthcare industry,” Ms Lamb said.

“Students will be job-ready and be a value to the local hospitals and beyond.

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BATHROOM RENOVATION SPECIALISTS

Tim and his family Down to Earth Plumbing and Gas is a Bribie Island based, family owned business specialising in bathroom renovations. Director Tim Burr prides himself on having an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the plumbing and gas industry.

Tim is dedicated to working with you through your entire project to ensure your renovation dreams become a reality. Clarity in communication with his clients is imperative and Tim strives to achieve a trusting relationship with each and every one of his clients. He has the natural ability to strike the right chord very quickly and you’ll feel at ease working with him for your next project.

At Down to Earth Plumbing and Gas, they deliver quality – quality service, quality workmanship, and quality delivery. All of their work is guaranteed to exceed standards through thorough attention to detail.

Some of Tim’s tips before you undertake a bathroom renovation include: - When choosing your building team, you generally get what you pay for.

Workmanship, technical skills, and time management should be the main priorities. Always make sure you check references and ask to see past work.

- Determine your ‘must haves’ and the ‘nice to haves’. Essentials need to

be accounted for in your budget; while your more luxurious items should only be considered once final costings have been completed.

- Try and allocate some of your budget to quality fittings and tap ware. These are the items you touch the most and can have a huge impact on your experience. It’s like closing the door on a luxury car – you can just feel the quality!

- Less is more when it comes to bathrooms. Make the most of your space by adding recessed niches, and utilising clever storage.

- Mirrors can make a small room feel more spacious, be bold and big with mirrors.

- If sourcing your own materials, make sure they are appropriate for a wet environment If you’re looking to update your bathroom without an entire renovation, small changes can change the look and feel of your bathroom entirely.

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Council’s Intelligent Connection: The Man behind Horizon MBRC Request App Funerals

Moreton Bay Regional Council is one of the first local governments in Australia, to use artificial intelligence to improve its service and expediency when responding to customers who report matters through the MBRC Request app.

Spokesperson for Information Technology Councillor Matt Constance said the overhaul to the existing app was the latest initiative from Council following the launch of its new website in February 2019.

“It’s important when residents need to raise a matter with Council, they can do with ease and get results fast so these improvements are a testament to that,” Cr Constance said.

“We live in a big region and in the wake of destructive storm events recently and over the years, it has never been more important for local residents to let Council know about the things that need attention in their neighbourhood.

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location of submission. This allows you to take the photo and submit later from a different location.

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“It doesn’t need to be an emergency to use the MBRC Request app, but the sooner Council’s work crews know about an issue, the sooner they can respond.

“So it might be a pothole, a fallen tree, vandalism, an animal management matter, or a missed bin collection - with MBRC Request you can report the how, when and where to Council within seconds.

“MBRC Request is part of your Council’s commitment to making the Moreton Bay Region an even better place to live, work and play and enhance our region’s digital capabilities.

"The App provides an efficient way of connecting with Council and complements our traditional Call Centre, Customer service desk, email The app includes new features and councillor contacts points with our including: community by being available 24 hours • Push notifications - updates users on a day, every day of the year." the status of their request in real iPhone and Android users can time. download the free MBRC Request app • Artificial Intelligence - enable service from the App Store and Google Play by requests to go directly from a tapping MBRC request into the store customer to the relevant work team search window. without manual intervention (saving The initiative received grant support time and resources). from the Federal Government Smart • Service requests can now be Cities and Suburbs Program. managed and submitted to relevant More information on Council’s work teams 24/7.

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Horizon funerals premises at Bellara

Ian Brownlie has had approximately 20 years experience in the Funeral Industry; initially commencing as a Funeral Celebrant until he transitioned into the role of a Funeral Director 10 years later.

Nine years ago, Ian was inspired to open Horizon Funerals office in Caboolture.

Being independent meant he was able to add his personal care and spend quality, valuable time with families. His genuine kind nature and professional manner, meant Ian has been able to go above and beyond to help families in their time of need without restraint of employers.

Over time, this has increased to two more offices opening at Beachmere and Bellara (previously at Bongaree).

In 2017 Funeral Administrator, Tina joined the team brining 8 years Funeral Industry experience to Horizon. During her previous experience Tina has had dealings with most Funeral Companies.

When asked why Tina chose to apply for a position with Horizon Funerals and how has she observed Ian’s handling of families, Tina stated “Out of all the different Funeral Companies, Ian was always very caring, honest and compassionate with his families. I’ve watched him grow and the honesty, integrity, pricing and everything that Ian puts into the Funeral Services for

his families are a true testament to this Company. Ian is a wonderful boss, very compassionate and understanding (even when my two fur babies passed) Ian was very sympathetic. I admire the way Ian approaches every loved one that passes.

Every family is treated with the highest compassion and Ian tries to ensure that the family has the highest farewell that he is capable of.”

When Ian saw the building with its beautiful surrounding parklands and trees at Bellara, he felt comfortable that families would feel the serenity and peacefulness of the location. With parking at the door and easy access, the office has been transformed into a warm, inviting and welcoming location.

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A promise for better services

by Sasha Hanton

Labour is promising to improve the Department of Human Services (DHS) support for locals on Bribie Island.

Thanks to passionate petitioning by local resident Val Harding it has come to local member for Longman, Susan Lamb MP’s attention how much

Community of having a Department of Human Services being accessible on the island.

Whether we’re talking about Medicare or aged pensions or disability pensions or even somebody who’s just had a brand new baby and they will need to think about childcare in the future, all of those need to be dealt with through the department of human services.” Said Susan Lamb MP On Friday 26th April Susan Lamb MP along with Ed Husic MP; Shadow Minister for the Department of Human Services, Shadow Minister for the Digital Economy, and Member for Chifley, made an announcement as to what Labour plans to do about this.

“Val started the campaign, Susan told me about the campaign. I’m responding

made last year that we would provide 50 additional staff to Centrelink in Caboolture so within that 50, five would be dedicated to what we call a mobile outreach service. We’ll work with the community to make sure that the service meets the way that the community would prefer to access that assistance but this is part of our broader plan to invest in better jobs and service in DHS through Centrelink and Medicare” Ed Husic MP said.

Expanding on what Ed Husic had to say Susan Lamb added “under a Shorten Labor government what people can be confident of here on the island is you will get an investment in the services that you need for your life and your livelihood; so an urgent care clinic, a 17 million dollar urgent care clinic, over a million dollars over three years to Bribie Island High, access to early childhood education for every three and four year old permanently. This is about investing in the services that people need here when you live in an island community.

It’s a very stark contrast to what we’re seeing with the current government.”

Val Harding was excited to hear the announcement. After having spent three days on the phone for two hours at a time trying to simply have a detail changed with Centrelink she realised something had to change.

Photo Taken by Sasha Hanton – Susan Lamb MP, Val Harding and Ed Husic MP with crowd. the island needs access to localised to the campaign for better services here services. and what I’ve agreed to based on what Susan had said the community wants “Val is one of those people that live in is that we will have a mobile outreach the community here who approached unit made up of five people that will me and said you know what’s really important to this community is services. make access to Centrelink and Medicare easier on Bribie Island and at Woodford, And we talked about everything from that is off the basis or off the back of health care to schools but one thing a commitment that Federal Labour that did come up was the accessibility

Origins of Anzac Day remembered on UNESCO World register A rare book that put Anzac Day on the national calendar has been added to the UNESCO Australian Memory of the World register.

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch said the book, being held by the State Library of Queensland, details how the origins of Anzac Day began in Queensland at the first meeting of Queensland’s Anzac Day Commemoration Committee.

“It contains the minutes of that first meeting in which it was agreed to hold an Anzac Day march on 25 April 1916,” Ms Enoch said.

“More than 57,000 Queenslanders enlisted in the First World War with many more being involved at home on some level.

“This book is of great importance as we continue to commemorate Anzac Day and pay tribute to the thousands of Australians who served in military operations, helping future generations understand their experiences during and after the First World War. “This worthy addition to the register will inspire Australians to access the State Library’s collections to learn more about Queensland’s history.”

State Librarian and CEO Vicki McDonald said the State Library was honoured to have these precious minutes placed on the UNESCO

Australian Memory of the World Register.

“As custodian of Queensland’s collective memory we are uniquely positioned to share the incredible stories of our state’s past and present,” Ms McDonald said.

“State Library holds a wealth of First World War material, but this minute book is one of a kind.

“The Anzac Day Commemoration Committee was the only organisation nationally committed to developing and promoting a template for Anzac Day observance.

“Aside from its national significance, the minute book is a rich resource for researchers, historians and hobbyists, with a digitised version available online for anyone to view through State Library’s catalogue.”

The minute book joined other items from the State Library of Queensland collection already in UNESCO’s register: • Margaret Lawrie Torres Strait Island Collection - stories from the Torres Strait Islands, genealogical information on many Torres Strait Island families, slides and photographs, artworks, and research material • Manifesto of the Queensland Labour Party, 1892 - a handwritten foundation document of the Queensland Labour Party (this is also inscribed on the International Register of the UNESCO Memory of the World) • The Convict Records of Queensland 1825–1842 - records that document the penal settlement at Moreton Bay • James Tyson Papers - surviving records the creator of one of Australia’s greatest pastoral empires.

“I thought to myself over that period of time, I thought right it’s not good enough. And I sat there and spoke to a couple of my friends at the time and I said to them we got to do something about them.” Val explained what prompted her to start her petition.

In the lead up to the Federal Election on Saturday 18th May, when the nation goes to the polls, we will no doubt be hearing election promises from other parties. For those of us who live on Bribie Island easier access to the Department of Human Services will be a most welcome result.

Feedback sought on changes to construction industry long service leave scheme The Palaszczuk Government is seeking feedback on proposed changes to construction industry portable long service leave levy arrangements aimed at ensuring the scheme’s long-term financial viability.

Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace said the building and construction industry portable long service leave scheme, which is administered by QLeave, ensures workers can accrue long service leave even if they change employers or work interstate.

“The scheme is funded by a levy based on building project costs, with similar portable long service leave schemes in other states,” Ms Grace said.

“It is one of three levies collected under the Building and Construction Industry (Portable Long Service Leave) Act 1991. The other levies are a building and construction industry levy and a workplace health and safety levy.

“In 2014, the Newman Government made changes to the scheme, which have significantly compromised the financial viability of the scheme.”

The Newman LNP Government introduce a tiered levy structure with discounted rates for projects over $1 billion and no levy payable on projects over $5 billion. These changes excluded GST from the leviable cost and reduced the levy rate from 0.3% to 0.25%.

Ms Grace said the changes made by the previous Government had reduced the scheme by $91.3 million between 1 July 2014 and 30 June 2018.

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Labor is all talk and no action on health crisis

Says Ros Bates, Shadow Health Minister LNP Shadow Health Minister Ros Bates has called on the Palaszczuk Labor Government to get serious about fixing hospitals.

Ms. Bates said Annastacia Palaszczuk and her embattled Health Minister Steven Miles have no plan.

“Our hospitals are bursting at the seams, ramping has sky-rocketed, regional maternity wards have been shut and code yellow has become the new norm,” Ms Bates said.

“As a former Emergency Department nurse, I know how stressful it can get.

“Under-resourced staff are working ridiculous hours and are getting absolutely no support from the Palaszczuk Labor Government.

“What’s more frightening is the amount of serious assaults on paramedics, doctors and nurses.

“Violence in our hospitals has exploded since Annastacia Palaszczuk became Premier.

“Staff don’t deserve to be treated like punching bags.

“These statistics are damning and it’s clear something needs to be done to address the issue.

“A few videos created from the Health Minister’s department doesn’t cut it.

“It’s just more talk and no action from this arrogant government.

“Only the LNP is committed to investing in our hospitals because we believe Queenslanders deserve a world-class health system no matter where they live.

“Under Labor our hospitals are being left to rot.

“Their number one priority for the health system was wasting taxpayers’ money on changing a hospital name in Brisbane.”

“The Government is proposing to restore the scheme to its former fairer structure, ensuring its longer-term financially sustainability,” she said.

“We want to hear from everyone who has been or will be affected by any changes to the scheme.”

Public comment is also being sought from industry stakeholders on support for a small increase in the workplace health and safety levy to enhance support for mental health and suicide prevention in the building and construction industry.

“Tragically, suicide rates in the building and construction industry are much higher than in other industries, particularly amongst younger workers who are two to three times more likely to take their own lives than other Australians,” Ms Grace said.

“In August 2018 the Palaszczuk Government announced additional funding of $1 million to help Mates in Construction expand its suicide prevention program to rural and remote areas of the state.

“A 0.005 per cent increase in the work health and safety levy would provide long-term funding certainty for suicide prevention and mental health programs in the construction industry at minimal cost.”

Feedback on the proposed changes and their impact can be submitted through the Office of Industrial Relations website (www.oir.qld.gov.au) or the Queensland Government’s Get Involved website (www. getinvolved.qld.gov.au).

Submissions should be made by close of business on Thursday 30 May 2019.

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AGENCY OF THE YEAR

2 Jacana Avenue, Woorim, 4507 Find us on the Meander Map 429

3408 2700

www.bribieislandre.com.au

56 Arinya Street, Bellara GREAT BELLARA INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!

* Quietly set low set property with massive shed * Open plan offering you plenty of potential here * Has handy dual side entries + room for the pool * Tidy street appeal includes fully fenced grounds * Light renovations, move-in ready or investment

Price: Auction May 11 at 11 am Agent: Paul Howard – 0408 068 770

7/74 North Street, Woorim DIRECT WATER VIEWS + 3 BEDROOMS!

* Steps to the ocean & presents amazing water scenery * Freshly renovated, new paint & carpets & is tiled through * Large open plan 3 bedrooms includes + 2 way bathroom * Offers excellent storage provisions + secure car garage * Within beautiful lush gardens & national park surrounds

Price: $379 000 Agent: Paul Howard – 0408 068 770

85 Fairway Avenue, Woorim GOLFERS DELIGHT + NEAR TO THE DOG BEACH

* Air conditioned low set 3 bedroom brick residence * Master bedroom with walk-in-robe and en suite * Fenced easy maintenance grounds & garden shed * Perfect investment, the family or for downsizers * Stroll to beach or to the popular Woorim Golf Club

Price: $499 000 Agent: Paul Howard – 0408 068 770

6 Beaufort Circuit, Banksia Beach PRISTINE + NEW + SUPERB CALIBRE SURROUNDS

* Impeccably presented with the bonus side access * Open concept kitchen includes stone bench tops * Extensive entertainer has media + lounge rooms * Easy-care landscaping – perfect lock up & leave * No rear neighbours, near marina, park + beach

Price: o/o $535 000 Agent: Sheri Binzer – 0412 666 779

90 Elkhorn Avenue, Bellara PRIME POTENTIAL + SIDE ACCESS TO SHED!

* Air conditioned partly refurbished- move-in ready! * Modern spacious kitchen offers back garden views * Generous bedrooms have plenty of light + storage * Enormous back patio provides ideal entertaining * Wide driveway to big rear shed + room for the van

Price: $405 000 submit offers Agent: Sheri Binzer – 0412 666 779

8/87 Sylvan Beach Esplanade, Bellara MAGNIFICIENT WATERFRONT APARTMENT

* Direct Passage views throughout this quiet sanctuary * Ultimate lifestyle, stylish interiors + near everything * Water view kitchen - ample storage & walk in pantry * Versatile total integrated indoor/outdoor entertainer * Immaculate complex + extra-large remote car garage

Price: $349 000 all offers considered Agent: Sheri Binzer – 0412 666 779

2/35 North Street, Woorim OCEAN SIDE GRANDEUR - UNIQUE ARCHITECTURE!

* Perfect location + lifestyle + stylish 3 bed + 3 baths * Water views & superb master retreat + 3 balconies * Substantial multi-living + bonus downstairs rumpus * Prestigiously crafted townhouse in a complex of 3 * Private fenced courtyards & only steps to the beach!

Price: $640 000 negotiable Agent: Sheri Binzer – 0412 666 779

8 Fourth Avenue, Bongaree MAGNIFICENT HOME + SEPARATE RETREAT + SHED!

* Perfectly presented + unique features requires viewing * Magnificent with pure character 5 bedrooms + office * Premium entertaining via massive deck, choice of 3 * Powered shed – 9m x 7m x 3 m, bonus double carport * 1012 m2 northern aspect, ultimate 2nd gated entrance

Price: $789 000 offers invited!

Agent: Sheri Binzer – 0412 666 779

© PUMICESTONE CREATIVE

BRIBIE ROOF RESTORATIONS & HIGH PRESSURE CLEANING RENTAL PROPERTIES

BEFORE

AFTER

We use a special solar reflective paint that can reduce your house and garage indoor temprature by around 10 degrees!

We also clean and restore:

• DriveWays • Houses • Decorative flooring solutions and sealing • Roofs 10 YEAR MANUFACTURE • Concrete & PRODUCT WARRANTY • Pavers • Blocked Drains • Experts in fibro restorations

BEFORE Bribie roof restorations is a small local company run

by Christopher McCarthy from Banksia Beach. Chris has been a local on the island for many many years and his family lives here too. With over 15 years experience in the building industry, Chris knows how to get the job done to a high level of workmanship and customer satisfaction. Chris said the last couple of roof's we've just completed were at Banksia Beach and Sandstone Point.

AFTER Here is what Frank and Lynette from Sandstone Point had to say about their roof restoration: "We called Bribie Roof Restorations out of the paper(and Chris's estimator came round and quoted the job. He expalined in detail the condition of our roof and took photos to show us what was up there.He explained in detail of every step of the works required and quoted us a very good price”.

BRIBIE ROOF RESTORATIONS

Call Chris on:

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FEATURE PROPERTY

LIKE 07 US5498 ON 8001 PHONE 0405 759 996

1 Way Street, Meldale

42 Amy Street, Donnybrook

$439,000 $328,000 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms 1 Car Spaces

HOLIDAY GET AWAY... INVESTORS

Secluded, Peaceful, Water Views!

Meldale is a hidden secret, this lowset brick home with a steel frame is secluded in a quiet location at the end of Way Street. The stand out features of this home is the size of the rooms.

3 Large Bedrooms with built-ins Large Bathroom Open Plan Living Kitchen with views Dining Lounge with fireplace Outside entertaining area Listen to the birds, hear the fish jump.

PRESTIGE PROPERTY

3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom 4 Car Spaces Crown land on one side Walk across the park to a sandbank, take the dog for a swim, pump a few yabbies, go fishing, kayaking, put in a crab pot.

Lifestyle /Work balance, Tenants in place for investors, Holiday home, Retirement home.

Brisbane 1 hour to CBD Caloundra 40 mins CBD

ThisLand home ticks a lot of boxes Residential

ACERAGE, LARGE HOME, POOL, INDUSTRIAL SHED "We have listed for the first time this magnificent high quality modified Garth Chapman design Queenslander home perched on approx 7.11 HA of usable selectively cleared land.

The land includes two dams of which one has a continuous supply of fresh water.

Enclosed floor space is 200 m2 + Large wrap around verandah bringing the total to 325 m2.

This top of the range 4 bedroom family home (ensuite in main) was built in 2009 with a lot of thought. The large kitchen with a walk in pantry is fitted with up market appliances and extends to a mega size family room open plan living.

4 Mary Street, Donnybrook

BUSINESS

$385,000 • Licensed Tavern and Bottle Shop • Restaurant • Take Away Foods • Class A News Agency Licence • Boat Hire Licence • 15 minutes to Caboolture Ideal family business located in Toorbul overlooking the beautiful Pumicestone Passage & Bribie Island.

This business has been established for a long time in Toorbul, there is no opposition.

Freehold General Store and Tavern and another building leased by a Pharmacy at the moment.

3 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms 4 Car Spaces

Tenants in place

25 Amy Street, Donnybrook

A delightful low-set brick home in Donnybrook Street appeal with lovely gardens, lawn and flowers.

• 3 Bedrooms • Open plan kitchen dining and living • Car port • 2 Car Lockup Garage with 2 rollers and a pedestrian door • Garden beds established in the back yard with removable shade covers and a bore in the back yard. • Wildlife passing thru keep a look out for Rail Birds • Views from the inside of the home looking out This home would suit first home buyers, investors or your future retirement home. Donnybrook is a fishing village with a lifestyle to be envied.

Good boat ramp and close to caboolture Shopping.

Michelle Jones 0405 759 996

31 Mary Street, Donnybrook

21 Esplanade South, Donnybrook

OFFERS OVER $450,000

$665,000

$475,000 negotiable

4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 6 Car Spaces

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 5 Car Spaces

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 3 Car Spaces

ESPLANADE IN DONNYBROOK

DONNYBROOK HIDEAWAY

TRANQUIL IN TOORBUL

A Delightful Home with a magical garden in the heart of Donnybrook, the property has it's own private creek feed by one of the three water tanks.

• Large kitchen and dining • Private Lounge • Timber floors (crows ash) • Lovely wide deck that wraps around the side of the home and lock up garage. Seperate large garage with a mezzanine for storage.

• Storage cover for a boat or a caravan.

• Extensive gardens with fruit trees. Water tanks combined hold 70,000 litres. Town water and sewerage to the property.

Located high on the Esplanade in Donnybrook catching the sea breezes and water glimpses, a loved family home that has been well maintained and cared for. Split-level home Enter through the sun room to the Open Plan Living, Dining, and Kitchen. The kitchen has stone bench tops , plenty of cupboard storage and gas cook top and an electric wall oven.

The downstairs area has been freshly painted, has an air conditioning unit as well as a fire place and the lounge room leads out to the front porch where you can see the views to the greenspace parkland and the water.

Michelle Jones 0405 759 996

YOUR LOCAL LOCAL AGENTS

$328 000 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

DONNYBROOK LOW-SET BRICK "GARDENERS DELIGHT " DONNYBROOK INVESTOR OR FIRST HOME

58 Carnegie Street, Toorbul

Michelle Jones 0405 759 996

Good size block, plenty of room for the boat, walk to the Donnybrook Sports and Community Centre.

FREEHOLD BEACH FRONT BUSINESS

Michelle Jones 0405 759 996

The main bedroom has a sitting room creating a parents retreat. Internal staircase Large Open plan kitchen dining leading to the lounge. Separate pantry. Reading nook or office space. Natural light floods into the home via the skylight windows creating a lovely homely feel to the space. Be amazed at the amount of storage there is room for 3 cars and a boat underneath the home as well as another toilet and shower, laundry.

Good side access to the large garage with two roller doors and workshop area.

Located one house back from the Esplanade, walk to the playground and the secret sandy beach.

Looking for that holiday get away, or potential retirment home this could be the ONE.

Michelle Jones 0405 759 996

$1,100,000 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 6 Car Spaces

This property would suit investors or first home buyers, put your personal touch on this charming cottage.

Michelle Jones 0405 759 996

TOORBUL - MELDALE - DONNYBROOK ©PUMICESTONE CREATIVE

What a cutie in Donnybrook.

First Home Buyers, Investors, Holiday House.

Ticks all of the boxes.

Open plan kitchen dining lounge 2 bedrooms laundry and storage room Outside entertainment area Water tank, town water.

Close to the Donnybrook community and Sports Centre, Post Office Take away, Bait Shop, Boat Ramp.

Tenants in place, we like to respect the tenants and ask for an appointment to be made to view the property.

Michelle Jones 0405 759 996

9 Peel Street, Toorbul

$245,000 1 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms 1 Car Spaces

NOT A MISPRINT! This renovator is in a lovely secluded street, close to the water.

The lifestyle is the draw card for Toorbul, casual coastal living.

Bruce h'way approx 10 mins Brisbane City 1 hour Caloundra 40 mins.

A must to inspect

Michelle Jones 0405 759 996

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1 7 Howard Court, Sandstone Point - Master suite w/ great sized bathroom & storage - 4 good sized bedrooms w/ built-ins - 9ft ceilings, Airconditioned - laundry/craft room - Solar, Side Access - Water Views from the balcony, - 10000L water tank, Endless storage

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For Sale: $795,000 Inspect: By Appointment

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This property is located in a prime location only minutes walk to the popular Bongaree waterfront and main shopping center. Also offering a separate self-contained granny flat, inground pool and solar. This home is in the market to sell so be quick to snap up this great opportunity.

Karl Osswald 0407 836 508

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4 Bedrooms w/ BIR Walk through ensuite in the master Large family living Kitchen and Dining combined Air-conditioned, ceiling fans Large Backyard w/ side access Outdoor alfresco, Fully Fenced DLUG, 650m2 Block

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QUIRKY BEACH HOUSE IN RED BEACH AREA! Walking distance to the beach, RSL Club and close to schools & shops.

- 3 bedrooms with BIR - 2 large living areas - Open plan kitchen - Large undercover outdoor living area - Split system air conditioning - Fully fenced back yard with easy care garden - Double carport Available Now $450pw UPSTAIRS 3 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME ON AVON! Prime location in the Banksia Beach State School catchment.

Property features (Upstairs only): - 3 good size bedrooms - 1 bathroom and separate toilet - Large kitchen with separate family room - Full use of the back yard, fully fenced - Shared laundry downstairs - Car parking on driveway only Available Now $380pw HOME AVAILABLE IN BEACHMERE! This property boasts a huge shed larger than a double garage.

Features: - 3 bedrooms, 2 with built in cupboards - Separate bathroom, toilet and laundry - Good size open plan living and kitchen

Understanding stamp duty

Stamp duty is part and parcel of buying property in Australia. But it’s also a tax that few buyers understand.

What is stamp duty?

Stamp duty is a form of tax. It is applied to a number of transactions, including transfers of property, mortgages and motor vehicle registrations.

It can also be imposed on some insurance and gifts, the transaction is charged, with the amount based on the greater of the market value of the property or the price paid, including any GST. This means, the more expensive the property, the higher the stamp duty.

For new investors or those buying interstate, stamp duty can “slide under the radar” and become a nasty surprise when it’s time to pay.

If you are thinking about entering the property market, don’t forget to factor stamp duty into your budget, if you work out how much needs to be paid from the offset, you could save yourself a lot of stress in the long run.

Who pays stamp duty?

In real estate, the buyer pays the stamp duty.

How much is stamp duty?

Stamp duty is decided by separate state and territory governments, rather than the federal government, so rates vary.

Working out the amount you have to pay can become confusing due to the different approaches by each state.

It’s also important to note that some states offer concessions to first-time buyers. And that rates also vary for those buying land.

Real Estate - 2 carports - Nice corner block - unfenced Available 21/05/2019 $325pw

HOLIDAY RENTALS BONGAREE BEACH COTTAGE Cute fully renovated 3 bedroom beach cottage 50mts from the beach.

- Sleeps 6 guests - 1 Queen, 1 Double sofa bed, 2 Single beds - Fully equipped kitchen - Tandem carport EXECUTIVE PROPERTY IN QUIET LOCATION A beautiful Banksia Beach property.

- Sleeps 8-10 guests - 2 Queen beds; 6 single beds - Ducted air conditioning throughout - Pool table - Stunning 12 metre lap pool - Double garage and separate carport TOP FLOOR UNIT - WATCH THE SUNSET FROM YOUR BALCONY! Just a stroll across the road to the beach.

- Sleeps 6 guests - Master bedroom with Queen bed overlooking the water - 2nd bedroom - 2 singles + 2 single trundles - Air-conditioning - Single lock up garage

REMAX ADVANCED RENTALS 3408 4071 www.bribieproperty.com.au Use our Stamp Duty calculator to work out how much you might need to pay.

When do you have to pay stamp duty?

Just as the stamp duty rate varies from state to state, so does the timeframe in which people need to pay it.

• ACT – payable within 28 days of settlement (purchasers must pay stamp duty within 14 days of receiving a Notice of Assessment from Access Canberra. Buyers will be sent this in an email sometime after Access Canberra has received the transfer instrument (written document). Buyers have 14 days after the date of settlement to lodge their transfer instrument with Access Canberra.)

• NSW – payable within three months of settlement. When the purchase is made ‘off the plan,’ buyers must pay duty within three months of the completion of the agreement.

• NT – generally payable within 60 days of entering into the transaction or at settlement, whichever is earlier.

• QLD – payable within 30 days of settlement.

• SA – payable on settlement day.

• TAS – payable within three months of the transfer (which generally takes place on settlement day).

• VIC – payable within 30 days of the property being transferred (which is usually the date of settlement).

• WA – payable within two months of settlement.

If you fail to pay within the given timeframe, you will have to pay additional penalty rates and interest.

Are there any exemptions?

State governments offer stamp duty exemptions when property changes

Regional rental markets more volatile The regional rental markets have proved the most volatile in the March quarter, with markets such as Townsville, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Gladstone making significant moves.

This quarter Gladstone has stolen the spotlight with its long-awaited move into the healthy range, tightening from 4.2 per cent to 3.5 per cent, for the first time since December 2012.

This market has been gradually improving since it peaked at 11.3 per cent vacancies in March 2016.

The inexorable downward trend has consistently suggested an improving market with rental supply and demand trends now the closest to intersecting in almost seven years.

With this continually improving rental market, it is unusual that the sales market has continued to fall, with the median sale price falling 3.6 per cent in the year to December 2018, to $270,000 and 37.2 per cent below the level of five years ago. We will watch and wait to see how this market develops.

The Townsville market was the biggest mover of the quarter, although this is very much expected with the floods removing a significant proportion of the rental stock. This market moved from a weak 4.3 per cent to a very tight 1.5 per cent. It’s important to understand that the market was steadily tightening before the floods occurred. The vacancy rate peaked at 7.1 per cent in the September 2016 quarter and since then has been trending downwards. As a result of this tightening market we were already starting to see rents push up in late 2018.

Our forecast for the Townsville market hands following a death or divorce, or is transferred between family members.

And most state governments also offer first-home buyers either a complete exemption or a large concession.

For example, the New South Wales state government offers a full exemption to first-home buyers on homes valued up to $650,000.

Meanwhile, Victoria offers a full exemption to first-home buyers who purchase a new or established home worth up to $600,000, as long as they live in the property for at least 12 months, and stamp duty discounts to those who buy property valued between $600,000 and $750,000.

How do you pay stamp duty?

State governments generally accept payments online, via credit/debit card or bank transfer. Some also accept payment via cheque.

What is the money used for?

Stamp duty is invested into the economy by the state and territory governments which collect it.

This revenue is added into all state government budgets, which typically cover sectors such as health, transport and roads, police, justice and emergency services.

Always contact your states Revenue Office for further information.

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is that as rental stock returns to the marketplace, the vacancy rate will ease again, although we wouldn’t be surprised if it stabilises in the healthy range (2.5 per cent to 3.5 per cent) towards the end of the year and into early 2020. It’s common in these situations that workers stay on and look for new employment once the recovery work comes to an inevitable end.

Greater Brisbane: 2.2% (down 0.1 percentage points from 2.3%) The Greater Brisbane market, which includes Brisbane LGA, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay and Redlands, has held reasonably steady at 2.2 per cent. This market has delivered consistent vacancy rates since June 2017, with results ranging from 2.2 to 2.8 per cent for about eight quarters.

Outer Brisbane 2.0% (no change) The combined Outer Brisbane regions of Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, and Redland is tight, at 2.0 per cent.

Moreton Bay 1.7% (down 0.3 percentage points from 2.0%) This market is one of the fastest growing regions in Queensland, according to ABS data, with rapid population growth filling out areas such as North Lakes and Kallangur.

While there is a steady stream of supply coming onto the market in the form of house-and-land packages, it is not necessarily making it onto the rental market, making conditions tight.

Redland 1.7% (up 0.1 percentage points from 1.6%) The Redland market is hanging onto its tight status and vacancies have not moved much in six months. This is a very busy market and local agents tell us that tenants are keen to sign longer leases and stay put.

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Youth Interest

Geeks & Gadgets Youth Voice

Modern Youth and technology:

a better combination than you may have expected.

Angus Bell – Year 8 Bribie Island High School

Many parents and older people state that youth and technology is a bad mix and that it is overused and unnecessary.

Whilst in some circumstances this statement rings true, many uses of technology are yet unknown but will be amazingly beneficial for people of all ages.

People give the youth of today a bad rap. This could be caused by the small minority who seemingly spend their days addicted to online gaming; always chasing the next win. This addiction is all that the adults see – a creature that steals away their teenagers and disengages them from their family and friend and hides them behind locked doors and computer screens into all hours of the night.

It may come as a surprise to many people however, that not all children are just consumers of technology. Many tech savvy teens can debug issues and fix cruxes faster than their parents can make a call to their local computer tech store for help. They can create new technology for the future that includes intricate coding learnt through working collaboratively with others - as it is

known teaching something to someone else helps you consolidate your knowledge and help others, which needs to happen to advance the technology in the world even further.

With the technological advancement of our world occurring at such an alarmingly rapid rate, we need to be able to keep up to ensure that we don’t get left behind. If we don’t encourage youth to take the lead and develop their skills, we risk missing important breakthroughs and hinder advancement.

We need to recognise and cultivate the skills and creativity of our youth and give them permission to learn and to lead.

Students in the classrooms of today are building and programming robots, prototyping, wire framing and coding apps that can be used in the real world.

They are using technology to interact with classrooms across the other side of their schools, their states, their countries and their world. At the touch of a button they can talk to experts in their fields and enhance their learning to places never thought possible. They can access virtual and augmented reality to bring learning to life in front of them. Students possess the skills to manipulate technology and have the ability to use these skills to advance our world.

The world has moved in leaps and bounds in the past thirty years, and I attribute this to the creation and widespread adoption of computers, the internet and technology. While it may seem that we all have lost our human connection with the rise of gaming etc, we have gained so much more and can we can undoubtedly turn to our tech savvy youth to lead the way towards the future.

Reality TV: the good the bad and the ugly

By Oscar Jones, Mathew Pendal, and Tyler Gleeson – Year 9 Bribie Island High School

It is undeniable that Reality TV shows are rising in popularity - thousands of people tune in every episode for their daily drama fix. With so many people being influenced by these shows we must pose the question, is it really that good for us?

Love them or hate them, reality TV series’ like Married at First Sight and Bachelor in Paradise are taking off all over the world. A common theme observed in many television dramas shows people getting caught up in risky or uncommon situations.

One of the reasons people love this specific type of drama is that they can experience dicey scenarios with zero consequences. Whether it’s a couple breaking up, a man sleeping with snakes or someone getting grilled

by Ramsey himself, they all pose no threat to the audience, effectively giving you an adrenaline rush without the fear.

Countless people believe watching these TV shows makes one ignorant of the numerous consequences that could befall them when replicating these actions in a real-life situation.

Something reality TV has in its favour is its ability to give those who watch it a deeper understanding of the inner workings behind social interactions and relationships. The more mistakes we make, the more we learn.

This is repeated to us all throughout school and during our early lives, but what if we didn’t have to be the ones who make the mistakes?

The audience can use what they’ve seen on these shows effectively as a “what not to do list” in their own social lives.

Another positive of reality TV is that it is bringing us back from that uncaring brink. Watching real people aspire to some goal, and then seeing all but one or two of them fail, sensitises us once again to the pains and pleasures of our fellow human beings. Whether it is cheering for the Bachelor to propose or for Sam to cook the best dish on Masterchef.

Like most things, reality TV has its positives and negatives. It provides an endless source of entertainment, teaches people a little about social interactions and can satisfy people’s needs for perilous activity. On the other hand, reality TV can be considered too easy to sink innumerable hours into and can create false views regarding society encouraging people to put “reality” life before real life.

Education for the head, heart and hands.

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SOCRATES

By Anne Matthews PR Director Bribie Rotary

How often do we hear claims that our youth today are not like we were? A quote from Socrates – some 2500 years ago - is still relevant today: “The children now love luxury; they have bad manners, contempt for authority; they show disrespect for elders and love chatter in place of exercise. Children are now tyrants, not the servants of their households. They no longer rise when elders enter the room. They contradict their parents, chatter before company, gobble up dainties at the table, cross their legs, and tyrannize their teachers.”

And, the ancient Athenians didn’t have social media!

We cannot always build the future for our youth, but (perhaps) we can build our youth for the future. The month of May is Youth Services Month in Rotary.

It is the month when Clubs around the world focus on youth programs.

Rotary Clubs sponsor young people to gain confidence and self esteem and develop their abilities in leadership, debating, communication and road safety/driver awareness. We also have youth programs which assist students who have career goals in the areas of mathematics and science.

The following is a synopsis of Rotary’s 12 Youth Groups and Programs: • Rotaract: bringing together people ages 18-30 to exchange ideas with leaders in the community, develop leadership and professional skills, and have fun through service.

• Interact: for young people ages 12-18. Interactors develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Rotary’s motto - ‘Service Above Self’.

Members organise at least two projects every year, one that helps their school or community and one that promotes international understanding. Our Club is in the process of establishing an Interact Club at Bribie Island State High School.

• EarlyAct: a school-wide service club for primary students sponsored by a local Rotary club. The mission and operation are closely linked to the ideals of Rotary. Projects benefit their school, local and global communities. EarlyAct has been successfully running at Bribie Island State School since 2012.

• Rotary Youth Leadership Awards – RYLA: a leadership development program for young people aged 18-27 who want to learn new skills, build their confidence, develop leadership, communication and problem solving skills and have fun. Our Rotary District runs a seven day camp at Luther Heights each May.

• Rotary Youth Exchange: a program providing an opportunity for students to learn a new language, discover another culture, and truly become global citizens. The 12 month exchange is for

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Youth Future – or Future Youth? students aged 15-19 and is sponsored

by Rotary clubs in more than 100 countries.

• Rotary Australia and New Zealand Student Exchange – RANZSE: where Australian and New Zealand students aged 14 to 16, are matched in a 3 month family-to-family exchange between the two countries.

• Rotary Peace Fellowships: an annual selection of up to 100 professionals from around the world, to receive fully funded academic fellowships at our Rotary Peace Centres. Our Club has two Peace Fellows studying at the University of Queensland.

• Rotary Youth Driver Awareness – RYDA: a one day program, for students in Year 11. The program targets the attitude and awareness of young drivers and passengers. Thanks to the support of the Rotary Club of Caboolture this program is now available at Bribie Island State High School.

• National Youth Science Forum – NYSF: for Year 11 students passionate about science. NYSF gives an opportunity to visit a variety of Australia’s leading scientific facilities and talk to many of our top scientists thus allowing for informed career choices. This year our Club sent two local students to Canberra. We have one candidate for 2020 and are looking for another.

• Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment - RYPEN: providing a group of young people aged 14-17 an opportunity to develop valuable leadership skills. This weekend-long program will see them engage with like-minded people, while having fun and learning new skills in areas such as problem solving and public speaking.

• Model United Nations Assembly MUNA: an annual, weekend event, that is part of an International Rotary project to educate Year 11 and 12 students on the United Nations and its commitment to world peace, health, education and living standards around the world. Our Club has previously taken Bribie Island High School students to Canberra to compete in the National competition and will do so again this August.

• The Science Experience: designed for youth who have an interest in science.

The program provides information for Year 9 and 10 students about further studies in science, technology and engineering, highlighting the wide range of careers.

So, you can see that Rotary is working to prove that the great Socrates may have got it wrong. If you are interested in any of Rotary’s Youth programs, please contact our Youth Director, June Sturges on 3410 8817 or email: warwickandjune@bigpond.com.

BISHS Team Lexie and Dakoda who represented Jordan at MUNA in Old Parliament House Canberra

Footy stars to show juniors their tricks at inaugural Magic Round

Two weeks out from one of the biggest events on the rugby league calendar, junior footy clubs across Brisbane are set to capitalise when the biggest names in football converge on the River City.

With all 16 of the National Rugby League’s clubs poised to head to Brisbane for the inaugural Magic Round (9 - 12 May), Tourism Industry Development Minister Kate Jones today announced local juniors would get special attention from their sporting idols over the next month.

“We’re committed to investing in events that stimulate our economy and support tourism jobs in Queensland – the Magic Round will do just that,” she said.

“The Magic Round is the hottest ticket on the NRL’s calendar for 2019 and we’ve worked hard to maximise tourism outcomes for the city from this event.

“Ensuring Queensland footy fans benefit from hosting this historic event is important.

That’s why we’re making sure local juniors capitalise on this rare opportunity.

Ms Jones said each of the eight NRL clubs that are officially playing their ‘home’ game during the Magic Round Brisbane will host community engagement activities – including the Sea Eagles, Tigers, Bulldogs, Warriors, Storm, Roosters, Rabbitohs and Titans.

“No matter who they support, we want to make sure our youngest footy fans get a chance to meet their idols,” Ms Jones said.

“That’s why we’ve worked closely with the NRL to develop a comprehensive program of off-field events - including a huge entertainment line-up and a series of community engagement opportunities involving players.”

Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the NRL Magic Round Brisbane was set to deliver a family-friendly and affordable weekend of footy and off the field activities to the city.

“There will be plenty of free events and community activations to take place off the field, which will help to create a festival atmosphere in the week leading up to the NRL Magic Round Brisbane,” Cr Schrinner said.

“NRL Magic Round Brisbane is also helping to drive junior development for Brisbane’s aspiring rugby league players, which will be supported by plenty of community events, school visits and open training sessions where fans will be able to see their favourite team or players up close.

“NRL Magic Round Brisbane will be an event like no other, with a major national sporting competition playing an entire round in the one city - cementing our city’s reputation as a destination for blockbuster sport.

“Hosting the NRL Magic Round is a win for Brisbane. This will be a truly memorable experience which provides more to see and do in Brisbane, and we welcome this new and exciting event to our city’s rich calendar of events.”

NRL CEO Todd Greenberg said he was looking forward to the upcoming festivities in Brisbane.

“This will be an incredible experience for our game, our players and our fans,” Mr Greenberg said.

“Brisbane will be a fantastic host city and I know from speaking with clubs that they are looking forward to greeting their fans – both local and travelling – and spending time within communities.

“It’s important that we engage with our fans whenever possible and Magic Round Brisbane will be a perfect opportunity to do so, across an array of communities and junior clubs.”

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2019 Australian Heritage Festival Travel back in time and celebrate the history of Moreton Bay through the 2019 Australian Heritage Festival.

Spokesperson for Lifestyle and Amenity Denise Sims said Moreton Bay Region Libraries would celebrate the festival Connecting People, Places and the Past as part of their annual history seminar at North Lakes Community Centre in coming weeks.

“The Australian Heritage Festival brings to life all chapters of Australian culture and history, telling the stories of diverse and distinctive experiences that make up our communities,” Cr Sims said.

“This year’s theme is Connecting People, Places and the Past and will feature three local speakers as well as displays from local historical societies in our region.”

Cr Sims said the history of South Sea Islanders and the role they played as part of Queensland’s sugar industry would be presented by Cara Downs from the National Archives of Australia.

“We also have this year Dr Jennifer Harrison, a Research Fellow with the School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry at the University of Queensland, who will explore the idea there are many pasts in the past - revisiting stories and memories of the region by connecting history with people and places.

“Paul Dielemans, a PhD research candidate at the University of Queensland, will examine the impact Queensland architect Frank Cullen had on the landscape of the Redcliffe Peninsula - focussing on the years after World War II, examining seaside resorts, holiday carnivals and modern Catholic schools.”

The Australian Heritage Festival will be held at the North Lakes Community Centre between 9.30am and 12.30pm on Thursday 16 May. Visit https://www.moretonbay.qld. gov.au/libraries/Events/MoretonBay-History-Seminar-NL for more information. Bookings are essential.

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Domestic Violence Breaches remain record high in Queensland

New data released by the Queensland Police Service* has once again highlighted the hurt and impact of domestic and family violence across Queensland.

In the last 12 months alone there have been over 28,000 breaches in Queensland – an increase of 8.6 per cent.

LNP Shadow Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Stephen Bennett said it was clear more needed to be done to increase awareness and protect victims.

“Queensland has once again broken its own disgraceful record for the number of domestic violence protection order breaches in a year,” Mr Bennett said.

“Domestic and family violence continues to plague Queenslanders every day under this out of touch Labor Government.

“Annastacia Palaszczuk needs to do more to prevent the horrifying rise of domestic and family violence.

“Labor’s hopeless approach clearly isn’t working.

“We need real and immediate action before any more Queenslanders are put in harm’s way.

“I welcome the Federal Government’s commitment to take action on

An energy forecast is about knowing some of the potential energy that can influence you and how to navigate through this time with ease & grace.

This month is about going within to access new layers within self. To connect with your self-belief and ignite your passions. It’s so easy to get lost in a world that’s so fast paced. Life has become so super busy that we don’t always take time to reflect, assess & realign with your heart’s desires…

We can become accustomed to being in robot mode of just doing and fail to honour the sacred space of beingness. Let’s see what soulful guidance is filtering through for you to reconnect with your true soul self.

Community domestic and family violence prevention and I urge the Palaszczuk Labor Government to do the same.” *Source: https://www.police.qld.gov. au/online/data/

Key Stats

• Queensland – 28,099 breaches for the 12 months up to March 2019 2,223 more than the year before (8.6 per cent rise)

• Wide Bay Burnett – 1,690 for the 12 months up to March 2019

• Sunshine Coast – 1,268 for the 12 months up to March 2019 168 more than the year before (15.3 per cent rise)

• Mount Isa – 909 for the 12 months up to March 2019 171 more than the year before (23.2 per cent rise)

• Logan – 2,586 for the 12 months up to March 2019 337 more than the year before (15.0 per cent rise)

• Ipswich – 1,654 for the 12 months up to March 2019 216 more than the year before (15.0 per cent rise) • Gold Coast – 2,546 for the 12 months up to March 2019

355 more than the year before (16.2 per cent rise) • Brisbane (South and North combined) – 4,565 for the 12 months up to March 2019

583 more than the year before (14.6 per cent rise)

Week 2 – Monday May 13th – 19th Hope (Full Moon) Hope offers the beautiful window knowing that something magical is about to unfold even if your current circumstance doesn’t reveal that yet.

Hope deeply activates your self-belief to continue forward with conviction & determination to see your dreams/goals through. However, this week being the Full Moon on the 19th, you’ll be given opportunities to let anything that is holding you back - go. In order to move forward confidently, you need to create space for more the new. Your soul is revealing what is no longer serving, trust this guidance.

Week 3 – Monday May 20th – 26th Feathers Your past loved ones that have crossed over are still so in tune with you. They Week 1 – Monday May 6th - 12th hear your fears & doubts and are - Stop coming through to let you know that you Rest & relaxation is required right are supported and loved from above. now. As your energy levels decline You may hear songs that remind you this is in divine timing to go within. of them, see feathers or even have To course correct if you will. Take gorgeous memories float into your this gorgeous opportunity to reflect awareness of them. This is a loving over all areas of life and consider all message to remind you, that they are possibilities for you to live a life you with you always. Share with them how love. If somethings aren’t working, they can help you & be open to new change it. Life is about evolution and doorways opening up as if by magic. it’s your time for expansion.

Get your Road safety grant in!

Community organisations, school and P&Cs still have time to apply for up to $1,000 in council funding for local road safety initiatives as part of Moreton Bay Regional Council’s Road Safety Grant Program.

Mayor Allan Sutherland urged local groups to get in before the May 13 deadline, with innovative ideas on how to improve local road safety.

“If you haven’t got your application in and you want to make a difference to your community then jump on board today,” he said.

“We’re open to all kinds of ideas from road safety programs for toddlers and seniors, to education for young drivers, or even translating road safety information into other languages.

Projects can include road safety programs on a range of local road safety priorities including: - School safety - Vulnerable road user safety; - Licensing, unlicensed and disqualified driving; - Driver fatigue; - Drink and drug driving; - Anti-social driver behaviour (hooning); - Seat belt utilisation; - Speeding - Road user distraction - General road safety issues.

For more information on eligibility criteria visit https://www. moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/ Community-Support/Grants-andFunding/Community-Grants or phone 3205 0555

Week 4 – Monday May 27th – 2nd June – Abundance Abundance is definitely about an influx of money/prosperity/wealth. You are now entering a new vibration of energy that matches that of abundance.

Money is an energy, that’s all. So, when you can rapidly manifest more abundance, it’s about having a new mindset towards the exchange of money energy. The universe and your soul are attracting more wealth into your world because you have a renewed prosperity mindset.

Congratulations and enjoy what you magnetize into your world.

Much Love Rachael xx Intuition Teacher & International Psychic.

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MICK’S PATCH

Wicking beds- The upside down- watering system!

These days, the fact that our water bills are sky rocketing may actually discourage some people from growing their own fruit and vegetables, unless they have a water tank or a water bore but the reward from growing your own food knowing that its free from insecticides, harsh chemicals and is also naturally nutritious- runs supreme in my mind. Gardening in small spaces can be a challenge but the benefits from recycling our own kitchen waste by using compost bins or using a worm farm to convert kitchen waste into worm tonics or castings can, not only improve your soils water holding capacity but also activates and feed the beneficial bacteria and fungi that work in a symbiotic relationship with the plants root system.

With the design of the Wicking Bed system, you are also conserving water regardless of the local climatic conditions and If you really want to create a healthy soil- vibrant with microbial life, you can try brewing your own microbial brews to reboot your soil which also promotes healthy root systems and is especially beneficial for our lawns, fruits and vegetables. These brews are called (AACT), Actively Aerated Compost Teas- and can also be further researched online.

After all this talk about tea, I am off for a cuppa.

by Mick O’Brien

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ain’t Soils -The Landscape plant Soils humble Dung Beetle! of the Month Spathoglottis plicata or Purple Ground Orchid

Fruits of Labour- Nice healthy tomato pla with ripe fruit.

Upon researching the ‘Wicking Bed’ system recently, for a client of mine to offer them some options for growing their own fruits and vegetables at home with minimal water usage (‘Wicking bed’- is a name for a growing system that has a bottom water storage tank which can be accessed by the plant roots system as needed for an uninterrupted supply of moisture and nutrients), I was amazed at the modern designs that are readily available for purchase from within Australia.

Also, the name Colin Austin- keeps popping up. As it turns out, Colin Austin is the original inventor of the system in Australia, which has since subsequently inspired hordes of sustainable gardening groups, permaculture organisations and farm producers worldwide. Colin was invited to Africa

by World Vision- to see if he could improve sustenance food growing in periodic droughts that cause so much hardship over there, and his systems were tweaked for use in these areas where regular rainfall failed to materialise. For us diehard gardeners back home in Australia that grow vegetables throughout the hot summer months and sometimes find it hard to keep the moisture levels up to your favourite veggie plants, or worse, if the hot winds dry your plants foliage to a cinder and the fruits crack and drop due to excessive moisture stress, then the wicking system, is a good subject to immerse yourself in. I have been on a few garden consultations with some of our long-term Bribie Island residents, who have mentioned to me in passing comments as we walked around their property, “that tree must have found the water table or something”, “it seems to have tripled in size with no apparant care or irrigation”. It’s the exact same principle that the ‘Wicking system’ uses. The top of the plant roots remain dryer, but the bottom roots have ventured into the water reservoir below which created a more robust root system as the plants hydrate themselves through osmotic pressure.

Unlike hydroponics systems- which can have their plants root systems, flooded and drained without soil media. For more information visit: http://www.waterright.com.au/

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I was watching a very informative video last weekend, posted online, by a company called- Soils for life, which specialises in regenerative landscape management practices in Australia.

The educational video was a talk by John Feehan, who is a leading dung beetle expert in Australia. https://www. soilsforlife.org.au/videos/john-feehan-dung-beetles, I became fascinated in the role these simple little dung beetles play in sequestering carbon and aerating the soil as they feed on the excrement of cow dung. John Feehan, who also has his own company called - Soil Cam, with his unique web address: www.dungbeetleexpert.com.au, which is pretty much selfexplanatory as the title of his webpage states, he is a leading expert in this field. John Feehan is an entomologist and he was a member of the CSIRO team tasked with introducing bovine dung beetles into Australia, before starting his own company that supplies and redistributes dung beetles worldwide (as our local dung beetles feeding on marsupial droppings were not that efficient on bovine dung in Australia).

Close up flower detail of: Spathoglottis plicata Spathoglottis plicata, is a terrestrial ground orchid that is native to Australia and is also found growing in other tropical and subtropical countries like Asia, Hawaii, Tonga and Samoa. In Australia, its origin hails from Cape York but is readily available to purchase from nurseries locally in South East Queensland. The Examples in the image above, were acquired by my wonderful Clients, Dennis and Nina, on return from a nursery visit around the Caboolture area. We planted them in the height of summer and they already had an abundance of flowers and were also clumping well. At planting, we separated each potted specimen into several more clumps and planted them around a new rock garden and they have continued to grow, flower and multiply magnificently. Most growing labels for these plants attest to these being planted in part shady areas but I have seen many examples tolerate full sun conditions as long the moisture is kept up. Spathoglottis comes from two Greek words (spathe) a flat blade used by weavers and (glotta) the tongue, referring to the shape of the lower lip of the flower, and plicata is from the Latin plicatus, means- folded or pleated, referring to the raised parallel veins on the leaves, which pretty much describes the plants characteristics in the image ‘supplied above’. Spathoglottis plicata, prefers a well-drained soil and flowers from spring to summer and sometimes year-long in warmer areas but may die down in the coldest of climates.

These are relatively hardy landscape plants that will always brighten up that rock garden with their beautiful purple flowers which are held up well above their green strappy foliage.

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The dung beetle, the mating game begins!

John mentions during the video, that the adult dung beetle can smell fresh dung downwind, from approximately one kilometre away. The beetles fly to the cow paddies, feed for a couple of hours on the left-over protein contained in the dung, then mate and tunnel into the soil profile with neat rolls of manure (depending on the species) which they use as incubating chambers for their young, then the larvae hatch and feed on the dung balls, mature, crawl out as beetles and then fly off to the next cow dung, starting the process all over again. John Feehan goes on to mention that there are approximately 28 million cattle, that can drop up to a half a million tonnes of dung per day, every day in Australia, with each animal dropping up to 12 cow pads a day. For every litre of dung, the beetles scavenge from the soil surface, they also redistribute approximately two kilograms of subsoil back to the surface in its place, ensuring the soil is aerated naturally which also increases the microbial life in time also. John goes on to say in the video, that each location in the country may have different species of dung beetles that breed at different times of the year, but his company can supply the right species of dung beetles that perform the best for local climatic conditions.

It amazes me, when I think of how efficient nature is in recycling organic waste and how important the humble Dung beetle is in aerating the soil and creating microbial activity that might otherwise be a barren land or life less soil. The truly remarkable thing is, how the Dung beetles can turn cow dung into the soil profile within 24 to 72 hours, out competing our bush flies as they will need more time to breed. John even goes as far to say in another video on his website, that in Canberra, 25 years ago and due to hygiene laws, it was illegal for local restaurants to serve food outdoors, due to so many bush flies that would swarm any plate of food served (up to 500 flies per table). Wow, how things have greatly changed, due to the successful importation of suitable dung beetles means less pressure from bush flies around the agricultural and pastural regions of Australia. And having a meal outdoors, in restaurants in these areas is now considered, standard practice. Not to mention these dung beetles can reduce the loss of CO2 to the atmosphere and recycle the phosphorous contained in animal dung directly into the soil as they bury the fresh, wet and odorous manure, back into the earth. Well then, I am all done on the dung beetles this issue, but you do have to appreciate these little critters indeed and their role they play in the environment! Happy Gardening to you all!

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Welcome to May beautiful souls, and the vibration of the 8. This month see’s us all step through the quiet and spiritual doorway of Aprils 7 vibration, straight into the exciting and high paced manifestation of the 8. 8 is essentially the vibration of balance and harmony, however, with the addition of the universal year 3’s vibrational promise of “good luck”, this month is super charged and set to be the great karmic equaliser. The month of May will certainly see that you reap what you have sown. This vibration easily creates as it destroys.

With the 8’s drive and ambition you can expect career and business to be fast paced, bringing immediate results.

Now is the time to demonstrate your skills and ability to those in authority, they will not go unnoticed. Success’s will be many this month and will bring financial and emotional rewards in the months to follow. Success brings with it opportunity and will give the gift of future choice. Work hard towards what you want.

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strength. Focus your energy on one task at one time, the 8 can multitask however it is when the energy is focused that is it reaches its greatest potential.

The possibility for conflict is high this month. Ensure that you consider your words carefully if challenged, and keep your temper in check. Negotiation is a great skill. Clearing the air or addressing the elephant in the room can bring positive results.

Be grounded and work from your centre this month. Do what is necessary to feel physically strong and don’t forget about feeding your emotional strength.

This looks a little different for all of us, all you need to know is with the balance of physical and emotional brings synchronicity to your entire world.

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May’s potential is magical and the echo of its vibration will sound through the coming months into the end of the year.

Have a magical and creative month, Michelle littleGreekgirl@live.com

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Sport & Fishing

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On the Paddock

By Tom Brown

Entertain Us

There’s a formula to attracting audiences to a sporting venue and it has very little to do with the subject of the entertainment. In my new found life in Brisbane City, I have indulged myself and signed up with the Suncorp Stadium Members Program which allows me to saturate my life with sport especially when you add the AFL and Netball into the equation. Those of you who love the spectacle of entertainment and people watching are heading along most weeks to watch live sport.

Naturally, it would be a lot better if the Roar, Reds and Broncos could driver winning results in Queensland. As a punter and commentator, I want to praise the sporting codes who clearly take the time to understand why punters attend sporting venues as opposed to sitting at home and watching the TV. On this occasion I am aiming my praise at the Broncos for understanding an audience and creating an entertainment environment for all. Families love to be entertained and this is exactly what you get when you enter the Suncorp Stadium for a Broncos Match.

Fireworks, T-Shirt Guns, Horses, Dancing Girls, Music, Band – it’s all happening. The crowds love it and the players are energised to perform. You only had to attend the recent Sharks V Broncos Match to see how fired-up the Broncos became – brilliant. On the other hand - as hard as it is to say, I am a Rugby Union fan and always have been, however when you attend a Reds Game at Suncorp Stadium, the atmosphere is like to Saturday Morning Suburban Soccer match. The Reds have engaged this gentleman who jumps on the microphone sporadically for the entire game barking comments and trying to rally the audience which is the last thing you want to hear at a sporting match – it is unbelievable. I would really appreciate if someone with ‘pull’ could get into the ear of Rugby Land and implement a plan that attracts more families and females to the entertainment of rugby with music, flames, horses, dancing boy and girl dances. People love to laugh and have a ‘sing-a-long’ and a night out in the City – all you have to do is create a decent spectacle for the punter and the players to perform – Just entertain us and get your heads out of the boardroom. It gets worse when you realise that most people don’t watch the Reds anymore on TV because that won’t pay for Fox Sports – attracting children at a grassroots level requires the creation of a visual heroes for young people – if you can’t watch them play and be entertained, you have a very large problem.

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Div 1: Winner K Wilson 40, R/U L Ball 39. Div 2: Winner W Robinson 40, R/U D Dunn 37. Div 3: Winner B De Graaf 38, R/U B Chen 36. NTP’s Hole 4 S Wagg, Hole 7 W Robinson, Hole 14 L Gwyther, Hole 16 D Hayward, Hole 7 Div 3 2nd Shot B De Graaf.

THURSDAY, 11th April, 2019. Single Stroke. Monthly Medal Sponsor Woorim Pharmacy.

Div 1: Winner M Bailey 79, R/U S Vallely 80 C/B, 2nd R/U J Graham 80. NTP’s Hole 4 L Ball, Hole 16 D Benghamy. Div 2: Winner T Keily 79 C/B, R/U I Coburn 79, 2nd R/U J Dorhauer 80. NTP Hole 14 D Fitzpatrick. Div 3: Winner G Burnham 67, R/U H Croukamp 72, 2nd R/U A Roberts 76 C/B. NTP’s Hole 4 D Morrison, Hole 7 G Burnham, Hole 14 S Tailford.

TUESDAY, 16th April, 2019. Single Stableford.

Div 1: Winner L Buxton 41, R/U D Neilson 40 C/B. Div 2: Winner F Jackson 40, R/U Y Nicklin 36 C/B. Div 3: Winner G Muir 35, R/U S Tailford 34 C/B. NTP’s Hole 4 L Gwyther, Hole 7 K Wilson, Hole 14 L Urquhart, Hole 16 C Hancock, Hole 7 Div 3 2nd Shot S Barry.Silver Salver played over 2 rounds: Winner K Wilson 77, R/U L Buxton THURSDAY, 18th April, 2019. Single Stroke.

Div 1: Winner L Meijer 73 C/B, R/U S White 73. Div 2: Winner H Creedy 67, R/U L Cockerell 68. NTP’s Hole 4 L Gwyther, Hole 7 S White, Hole 14 J Umlauft, Hole 16 M Bailey, Hole 7 Div 3 2nd Shot G Burnham.

TUESDAY, 23rd April, 2019. 4BBB Stableford.

Winners F Jackson & D Croft 46 C/B, R/U M Dickson & S Barnulf 46. NTP’s Hole 4 L Buxton, Hole 7 C Loimaranta, Hole 14 F Jackson, Hole 16 L Gwyther, Hole 7 Div 3 2nd Shot G Burnham.

THURSDAY, 25th April, 2019. ANZAC Day 4BBB Ladies & Mens Medlay.

Winners R Harper & B Foxover 49, R/U A Rogers & K Rogers 47, 2nd R/U J Dorhauer & R Dorhauer 46.

TUESDAY, 30th April, 2019. Single Stroke.

Div 1: Winner Y Nicklin 69, R/U K Tomlin 70. Div 2: Winner L Cockerell 71, R/U L Beaven 72 C/B. NTP’s Hole 4 A Driver, Hole 7D Neilson, Hole 14 D Benghamy, Hole 16 A Driver, Hole 7 Div 3 2nd Shot S Barry.

Black Jewfish Black jewfish are now better protected under new rules that apply to commercial and recreational fishers, and the take of gastropods and bivalve molluscs has been completely banned in Moreton Bay to protect sustainability.

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries Mark Furner said this was in response to feedback from the community concerned about overfishing of these species.

“We’ve seen a significant increase in black jewfish catch over the last 12–18 months and there is a risk of blackmarketing due to the extremely high market prices for their swim bladders,” Mr Furner said.

“Black jewfish are vulnerable to overfishing and stock collapses have been previously seen in Australia and overseas.

“Urgent management action is needed to protect this resource and its longterm economic viability.”

boundaries of the Moreton Bay Marine Park including the existing foreshore closures at Wynnum, Nudgee Beach, Bramble Bay and Deception Bay. “Gastropods and bivalve mollusc species are highly susceptible to depletion because they remain in one place and can be easily accessed in fishing grounds close to urban centres.

“Fisheries Queensland made considerable effort over the last twelve months to educate the community about the limits in place to protect molluscs, however there was still a serious level of non-compliance.

“Signage is being installed around Moreton Bay and the Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol will undertake compliance checks over the coming months.

“These restrictions are necessary so we can build a legacy of a sustainable fishery for our children and grandchildren.”

To ensure the sustainability of black jewfish, the following new rules have been introduced:

• a commercial catch limit of 20 tonnes per year on the east coast and 6 tonnes per year in the Gulf of Carpentaria; • a reduction in the recreational inpossession limit from 2 to 1; and

• a requirement for black jewfish to be in whole form only on a boat in order to prevent processing of the fish at sea to remove the valuable swim bladders.

The Minister said excessive harvesting of molluscs within Moreton Bay meant a total ban was now necessary.

“Gastropod and bivalve molluscs, including mud arks, mud whelks and cockles, can no longer be taken,” he said.

“You can still take pipis, and collect empty shells.”

“The closure applies within the northern, eastern and southern

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TIDE TIMES 2019

Fishing around Bribie Island has been very good lately. Our club fished against the diggers from Gallipoli barracks fishing club last week end. The competition was a “fish length caught”, AFAQ members won the competition with a combined length of 13.54 meters, with a weight of over 13 Kilo’s. The Gallipoli troops combined length of 2.95 meters, we were happy as they thrashed us last year.

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Cooks Rocks is reporting catches of good bream, gar and winter whiting, Used for catch (no lead, light line, yabbies and mullet flesh) The Ripples producing good grass emperor and bream, (light lead, medium line, paternoster rig, mullet fillets and pilchards) Ningi Creek has good flathead and bream, (small gang hooks, frogmouth pilchard)

Outside, Bulwer ledge is producing huge grass emperor and big leather jacket and mixed reef fish, and Cape Moreton coffee rocks is producing a nice mixed bag of reef fish. (paternoster rig, pilchards and mullet flesh) Lots of weed still in the passage, however there are still sand crabs and mud crabs to be had for the effort.

Spanish Mackerel 21 Kilo’s caught by Joel Evans and Shane Shepherd – Awesome catch Boys

Mackerel {school and spanish} are still in the local area and around the blinkers.

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Each year, the tradition of your elected officials

from all levels of Government is to have their closest florist prepare wreaths to lay at ANZAC services across electorates. This year I decided to make my own wreaths for this special day, and so over the Easter break I began making eight adding my own personal touch. I started in the early hours of the morning when my home was still and silent – a far cry from the normal school holiday throng of activity from energetic sons and their friends at play.

It really is easy to overlook that it was just 105 years ago, on the 4th August 1914, when Australia involved itself in World War I. Back then the Australian population was around five million, yet 416,809 brave men would enlist in what was known as “the war to end all wars”.

As I continued to make my wreaths, I found myself immersed in thought of what ANZAC Day means to different people, how personal stories from family members, friends and acquaintances influence our understandings and insights. I thought of my paternal grandfather and his service to country and how he must have agonised for his family left behind when sent overseas to fight alongside other brave soldiers during World War II. When we think of those we know it is clear that the term ANZAC transcends the physical meaning, to become, across the years, something that inspires – the undeniable spirit of mateship, endurance, sacrifice and above all irrefutable bravery and grit.

I thought also of the women who withstood the First World War, not just those who were sent off with courage as nurses and chauffeurs, but all those mothers who bravely sent their sons to battle never knowing if they would see them again. I thought also of the women whose husbands, fiancés or boyfriends were killed in battle as they too had served their country through sacrificing their beloved to war. For these women there was no option but to press on.

Many were left to take on the physical and financial burden of raising their children amidst immense grieving and sorrow, often silently they would cry.

When World War I ended, the vast many fortunate to return home to Australian soil suffered physical and emotion wounds so great that resuming normal life often became their next battle field.

Their sacrifice would be a life-long journey as with the many who enlisted in the Second World War,

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we praise them too. Let us also remember our Vietnam Vets and the sacrifice they made. The other week I had the good fortune of spending some time with our local Vietnam Vets when I went along to their Memorial Park in Bongaree to help with the mowing and weeding. I try to make it to the park as often as I can to lend a hand as it truly is time well spent with these terrific guys – true local legends and just fun to be around.

As I continued making my wreaths I recalled reading a passage by Sir Winston Churchill and went searching for it to share. Shortly after the Armistice marking the end of the First World War, Churchill said: “We must look forward one hundred, two hundred, three hundred years to the time when that vast continent of Australia …. will look back through the preceding periods of time to the world shaking episode of the Great War, and when they will seek out with the most intense care every detail of that struggle; when … every family will seek to trace some connection with the heroes who landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula, or fought on the Somme, or in the other great battles in France.”

One hundred and one years now past and as Churchill forecast, we do look back as we will continue to do over the next century and the one to follow and so on it will go.

And as the years pass us by, we must ensure our young people understand that the peace and freedom we take for granted has come because of great sacrifice and that they too should always remember. We must instil in our young people the belief that there are no limits to human selflessness and it is this, in my view, which binds us all in commonality when we seek the true meaning of ANZAC. As we gathered at ANZAC Day events across the Pumicestone Electorate I was proud to lay my wreaths and pause with deep admiration and respect for the brave men and women who represent our country past and present.

To the fallen and to all who put freedom for others before their own interests, our brave service men and women, mothers, partners, children, the list is endless, we honour you all and thank you. This ANZAC Day, as with others to come, we remembered all who gave selflessly in sacrifice to their country.

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