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From the EDITOR Dear Readers , Welcome to issue 62 This issue brings us some wonderful changes to two of our regular columns, I’m very excited to welcome and announce LOCAL Boy, Anthony Cass or Palegic Hunter to the LOCAL News team who is now writing our fishing report. Anthony has great knowledge and experience about fishing around our LOCAL waterways and outer reefs. He has ramped up the fishing report to provide much more information for the serious fishermen. His article is full of tips about what type of lurers to use, where the fish are biting and what type of fish are being caught each month around our LOCAL outer reefs. You will recognise his green boat in our waterways when you are out and about. Anthony will also advise the best weather conditions to catch your fish relevant to each issue. You will definitely get excited by the photo’s of his catch’s alone in his articles. He is also happy to communicate directly with you if you have any questions. I am equally excited we have a Senior professional horticulturist who is well known to the LOCAL readers, Jill Ross from Browns Mitre 10. Jill will be providing you with lots of tips on plants of the month, how to grow your plants at home, best conditions and the right soil to use and is also available at Browns Mitre 10 to talk directly to you with any questions you may have for your Garden, even better Jill can show you her range to compliment her articles. Browns Mitre 10 have a huge selection of many different plants for many different gardens. I can’t wait to share with you Jill’s wealth of knowledge as a Senior professional horticulturist for many years in issue 63. Once again, we have some fantastic articles, about our local health system both GP’s and Caboolture hospital. Bribie Island ANZ branch is closing it’s doors on Bribie Island and what that now means for the LOCALS, Beachmere is finally celebrating their 150th birthday after having to put it off last year due to COVID 19 with loads of events happening in Beachmere next month and a fantastic pull out section so you don’t miss an event. Enjoy your read and as usual, I look forward to your feedback. Please support our local businesses before you shop anywhere else. Warm regards Belinda Ferguson I could not believe what I was reading “ Prime site for New Public Hospital “ What a ridiculous idea . fancy going to hospital opposite the memorial garden !! What a cheery thought ! It is a busy road, poor access, it is too far out of the town. A five story building in the middle of parkland is unthinkable. People need to be able to get to the hospital quickly in some cases. Near the park and ride would be a much better place for a hospital.

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People could get there easily, there is parking already there with out destroying yet another pat of our beautiful island. People Living at Bribie Cove who are possibly going to need to use the facility most can just walk there . Not everyone has transport particularly the elderly. I am not convinced that Ali King actually has a great deal of interest in Bribie or where to build a hospital for the residents. However if she has I sincerely hope that she will not further this idea but consider a site nearer the center of the town that would be easily accessible to everyone. Kathy Vincent Dear Editor, Recently I spoke to an English gentleman and I said that there is open discrimination in Australia. He said it was inequality and that Australia was the worst of any country he had visited. This is why the subject came up. I worked for the Commonwealth Government and 5% of my after-tax pay was taken for the Commonwealth Superannuation Scheme (CSS). Now that I have retired, my CSS pension is taxed as income and as a single person I don’t receive any Govt assistance or concession cards. On the 1st of January every year the CSS pension increases with inflation and inflation this time was 0.00% so, the pay rise was $0.00. This year there will be a 1.00% age care levy put on all taxpayers, that means all CSS pensioners will have a 1.00% pay cut while the age pension increases. This is what happened late last year. I went to a Doctor at Caboolture for a skin check, a biopsy was taken, and a week later a cancer was excised. When I went out to the receptionist, she asked for my concession card (Pension, Health or any DVA card). I told her that I don’t have any cards, she said that I would have to pay a total of $273.20 and after a medicare rebate of $76.40 I was out of pocket of $196.80. So, I asked what it would have cost me if I had a concession card, the answer was $0.00. A couple of weeks ago I went to the Gold Coast with a group of people, we went to a museum in the hinterland, I paid $15 entry while everyone else paid $10. After this we went to a club for a prearranged meal, I paid $14.95 they paid $10 for the same meal. That is with a pension card, everywhere

we go everything we do I pay more for the same service. They all received 2x $750 while self funded retirees received nothing. That is just not fair. There is no incentive to motivate people to fund their own retirement. E Adams Good Evening Belinda Ferguson, Regarding your editorial in your Issue 61. In the view of balance, I agree an update from our local State member is in order and it would be beneficial to have an update on election promises of a community hospital/medical hub for Bribie Island and its’ progress. I would also like to comment on our current problems in getting in to see a G.P. on Bribie, which I have today written to Terry Young, our Federal Member about. I went to see my GP recently, and whilst in the waiting room for about half an hour I noted about 4 people come in to register as a new patient. Each person was told the clinic was NOT taking any new patients. I also understand this is also the case in many practices across Bribie Island and surrounds, according to Social media, with newcomers looking for a G.P. I personally waited around 10 days for a” telephone” consultation for my recent scan. With the Covid Vax imminent to roll out in the next few weeks, how are these practices going to cope? As you stated our community has one of the highest populations with senior citizens and this is a big concern to many of us in the 1B group. It is not like we are a remote community, we are basically a Brisbane suburb, but it is very concerning, that this situation is occurring and would be interested in what plans are being made for more timely consultations and vaccination hubs for our area? Christine Lewis Dear Editor, We came to live on Bribie Island 3 years ago and one of our principal reasons was because it is advertised as a “Flora and Fauna Sanctuary”. We were aware that some of the island was National Park and that turtles laid their eggs on the beaches. However, we were unaware of the cavalier and casual attitude of the authorities and public to these “treasures”. There are so many things stopping

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An industry on the move Medicinal cannabis. Here is an industry on the move. And it is in the move in our region. But we can’t tell you where it is because it is a secret location. You know when things are secret that they are worth a lot of money. Think gold, cash and jewellery. Now you can think medicinal cannabis.

Are you waiting for a Russian super villain? The next step was to get the investors onboard and not satisfied with that Dr. Newbery began to work on refining and improving their process. He didn’t say it, but I suspect our American friends have learnt a thing or two from Dr. Newbery and will have already made improvements to their American operation. After two years of working through approvals, finding a site, understanding security requirements, sourcing a civil contractor, a shed builder, identifying staffing needs and everything else that is required in setting up a medicinal business we are here today watching the machinery levelling the site.

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If you are old enough to remember the Cheech ‘n’ Chong movies like the one with the lift up pool and the plants growing underneath it (or is that in my aging imagination?), it doesn’t work that way anymore. And it isn’t consumed in a giant rolled up piece of paper. And if that is what you are after you will be disappointed as this operation will supply flower and whole-of-plant oils, followed by infused medicinal products.

While meeting Dr. Newbery onsite (after I removed the blindfold) he explained how the construction of the shed (facility) would take around 2 months and that there will be local employment opportunities in the near future. These employment opportunities will be advertised and may not necessarily require experience within the industry. Depending on the eventual business model, staff could reach as high as 100 but will be much less in the early stages. This is great news for the local economy and jobseekers.

We are talking a facility (the name shed doesn’t do it justice), after all it is the size of a football field and 8 metres high. With state-of-the-art security and systems in place that have been fine tuned to the point of achieving optimum conditions to achieve the best possible outcomes in terms of quality and time to grow. There is a real science to this.

The benefits of medicinal cannabis are wide and varied and that is why it is receiving Government support to the point that doctors (GP’s) can prescribe it for conditions such as chronic pain, spasticity in multiple sclerosis, anorexia and cachexia, Tourette syndrome and chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. There is significant research on this so if it is of interest have a free consult with Dr. Google. The process is underway where the medicine will be available directly from selected chemists in the future, making it more cost effective and convenient.

Generic CBD Oil This is 2021 and this has Government backing. It is prescribed. It has scientists and American investors. It does sound kind of like a movie doesn’t it. Well, if it were a movie, the star is Dr. Steven Newbery. Dr. Newbery is a scientist with experience all over the world in mining. Part of his roles in these mines was to ensure that after the mining had run its course that there was something left, something productive, not just a

So, there you have it folks. Who would have thought? A medicinal cannabis facility in our own backyard, all the brainchild of a local resident, Dr. Steven Newbery. Dr Steven Newbery in the trimming room with the dried flower at the Spring Science Michigan Plant The doctor was onto something. ghost town. Further research was done on the Whilst in Tanzania wrapping up one benefits, on the rules and regulations such project and in his spare time across the world and that is when the reading, Dr. Newbery came across American investors were found. As a a story about medicinal cannabis smart man like the doctor knew he which attracted his interest. After couldn’t do it all alone and partnered some investigations, unfortunately, up with the Americans who had been the regulations in Tanzania were not doing something similar for several as progressive as other countries but years, albeit in a different climate nonetheless the seed had literally and in a different part of the world. been sewn.

If you are sold on the industry and the concept there are investment opportunities available Spring Sciences Australia is currently completing a $10M public capital raise through PRIMARYMARKETS.com who are acting as corporate advisors to the company prior to a full ASX listing later this year. Funds raised will be used to expand growing and manufacturing capacity at the Caboolture facility. https://www.primarymarkets.com/current-offerings

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Bribie Island from truly becoming a “Flora and Fauna Sanctuary” that it is difficult to know where to start. Do we start with developers who destroy native bush and animal habitation to open more land for even more dwellings Or, the 4 wheel drives which roar up the beaches with scant regard for the dunes, the turtle nests or anything else that gets in their way. Or, the State Government which issues a seemingly limitless number of permits for driving on the beaches, in 2019 it is estimated 65,000 vehicle drove on the beaches. Or our Governments,….. Federal, State and Local …..who often seem to manage to pass the buck to another level yet rarely seem to enforce their rules and regulations with hefty penalties. Or, the litterers who throw rubbish out of cars. Bribie Islanders need to be less complacent and act positively if we are to save our beautiful island and make it truly a “Flora and Fauna Sanctuary”. Sincerely, Chris & Annette. Schnack Dear Editor “Anon” in the last edition of this newspaper makes a claim that Indigenous people are trying to change history. Let me give you some real history. England hasn’t been a country since before Cook landed here in 1770. Pope Alexander V1, on MAY 4 1493, issued the Doctrine of Discovery with the Papal Bull to all European Christian rulers. This allowed for the conquests, naming and discovery of unchristian “new lands and waterways” outside of Europe. This document was so racist, that it allowed Christians to promote Christian domination and superiority over Indigenous people. Then to further legitimise this process, convert the Indigenous peoples to Christianity, install European Christian values, laws, governments etc. This document is still a valid legal document, and the basis for the legalities in many other countries today. The Aboriginal industry is completely controlled by “others”. “Others” caused the massacres, enslavements, dispersals, poisonings, segregation and poverty? And this list is huge. We are lucky the world’s oldest surviving Indigenous race still like us. After having their lands, Human rights, cultural beliefs, wages and everything else stolen from them. “Anon” maybe they were correcting history that you choose to ignore. They are still proud Aboriginals. Ron Watson Amalgamation I was pleased to see that Rodney Hanson agreed with my assessment of the “benefits” of the amalgamation of the Redcliffe, Pine Rivers and Caboolture Shire Councils in 2008 (Island and Surrounds - March 10). However I cannot agree with Rodney’s assessment of Caboolture Shire Council (CSC). I moved to Bribie at the end of 2006 and soon became aware of a proposed project to lower the dunes at Woorim and undertake other interference with that dune system. This project was strongly supported by local

Community news business owners who stood to gain ocean views as a result. This poorlythought-through project was contrary to all the advice given to CSC by their erosion consultants. The project has, in no small way, contributed to much of the downgrading that has occurred south of Woorim since then. Ratepayers will be paying for years to come to deal with the consequences of this project. In raising concerns about this project, i could not get over the way that CSC dealt with those who expressed concerns. I had never in all my dealings with local governments around the world seen one that dealt with its own ratepayers with such arrogance and contempt. It was not surprising that the South East Queensland Conduct Review Panel subsequently issued at least two scathing evaluations of CSC’s conduct. Rodney, you may be correct that CSC had “money in the bank” and had other positive things going for it. But it was hardly the “jewell in the crown” that you say. Councils that are “jewels in the crown” do not treat ratepayers with the arrogance and contempt that CSC did. John Oxenford

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U3A Beachmere looking forward to Term Two 2021 Term One is finished and the classrooms are quiet as we take a break. We are looking forward to seeing all the friendly, happy faces and meeting new members in Term Two. Once again the classrooms will fill with music, laughter and quiet learning. U3A Beachmere Term Two is from 19th April to the 25th June. If you missed sign on week don’t worry. The program has some interesting subjects with availability in some of the classes. You can go to the U3A Beachmere website to view the program of classes, or pop into the office for a printed program. Visit the office Monday to Friday 9am to 12noon at The Hub Main St Beachmere, to check whether there is a space available for you in the class of your choice. The Term One Acrylics Art class had a lot of fun when they spent a lesson painting rocks!! The rocks will be hidden around the area for you to find, take a photo and post it on the U3A Beachmere Face Book page. A little bit of fun and frivolity. U3A Beachmere supports the “Back to Beachmere” in May. Information about this event is on the Beachmere Area Network Group website.

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Statement From The Editor Recent issues of this newspaper have attracted a great deal of comment. I personally would like to thank everyone for their interest and honest communication with me and also support for this newspaper raising many issues in the LOCAL area. This newspaper is a LOCAL paper, not a media outlet. We seek to raise issues that affect the LOCAL community. We also seek to generate discussion about controversial current events and political developments – because – all politics are LOCAL and many of the issues affect us as taxpayers, as parents, as members of a community and as citizens of Australia. I have received one media release since elected from our LOCAL State representative over the last few weeks in relation to the Pumicestone Rural Fire Station being officially opened, that’s all since October last year! however, to protect my clients and for the sake of you the readers there is no use in publishing something which has already been published somewhere else. I will not print media releases which have already been published, no matter what political side our elected members are on. From the very first issue, this newspaper has made it clear that we shall print press releases from any political party, from any political candidate and duly elected members, I have

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Mother’s Day is the opportunity we are given to give thanks and show our appreciation for our mothers. Hoping for good weather, we tend to head out to the beaches or out for a picnic, a lovely lunch by the water or your favourite restaurant, club or pub. The main goal is to spoil our mums on Mothers Day. It is incredibly important to recognise everything that these incredible women do, from balancing jobs to raising children - they really do it all. In the past year they have taken theirjobs as mums even further. Healthcare workers, doctors and nurses have given their all into helping with the pandemicthis often meaning sacrificing family time or not being able to come home for safety reasons. Online learning has provided a challenge for all, with many parents (not just mums) having to call on their schooling days and help out. We see mums - juggle the crazy world and often make it seem easy. It is however also important to recognise the mums who may be struggling at this time on their own, those victims of domestic violence and those who have been severely impacted by Covid-19. We are so enamoured with giving presents and gifts but perhaps there is something else that we can give this year, something that is more important. This Mother’s Day think about donating to a woman’s shelter, the red cross or a domestic abuse support charity. These charities are vital to supporting these women and are constantly welcoming donations and volunteers.

With recent movements regarding women’s rights and raising further awareness to women’s inequalities it is integral that we take meaningful action to help show solidarity. These inequalities focus on numerous issues including employment, wage gaps and many have discussed the struggling mothers entering back into the work force after taking maternity leave. In taking the time on the 9th of May we can not only reflect on what our own mothers have done for us but also recognise the struggle that many face. It is also important to understand that this day does not only celebrate mothers but also grandmothers and all mother figures. We must acknowledge all those mothers, grandmothers and family members who cannot be together on Mother’s Day, with many families still separated by COVID travel restrictions. It is fundamental that we show our support to all the mother’s, and women, in Australia and globally. So, on the 9th of May, spoil your mums and your grandmothers but also take a moment to think about what you can do to help all the mothers and families out there who may be struggling during this time. To all the mums out there- Happy Mother’s Day- we love and appreciate you and all of your efforts.

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10 By Staff Writer Mozza The ANZ bank has announced (fairly quietly) that it will close its branch on Benabrow Ave, Bribie Island in August this year following the example of Suncorp and others who have closed up shop on Bribie in recent years. Small business is trying to lift the area up economically and improve services to locals while multi nations do the opposite in a relentless search for higher dividends to shareholders. Well some of those shareholders are customers too, but that doesn’t seem to matter. Older Bribie Islanders say the shift away from local branches to online banking is leaving them behind. In this fast-paced digital world that seems to be updating and changing weekly, you’ve got to feel sorry for those in the community who can’t catch up. The young savvy ones appear to be on top of every technical movement, tapping away with their phones to pay for purchases and never needing to walk into a bank because everything they need to do can be done online, with a smartphone or even on a digital watch. But there are many who say they can’t grasp these new ways of banking - and a good proportion of them are elderly. Sure, there are some pretty smart old folk out there who have no troubles doing what their grandchildren can do with a computer, but there are still a lot who can’t. One major bank’s data shows they authorise six million online transactions every day and by contrast just 30,000 transactions in a branch: face to face banking in a bricks and mortar bank is dying. As a result banks are closing branches all over Australia like never before.

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ANZ Favours Shareholders Over Customers Closing It’s Bribie Island Branch

Where does that leave those who have always relied on going to the bank to get their cash and make transactions? Ask them and they’ll tell you - in a state of panic. Even before the dust has settled on ANZ announcing plans last year to close 19 of its branches across the country, the bank has recently announced a further 8 branches will close across Queensland and Victoria. The impacted branches are: BRIBIE ISLAND (QLD), GATTON (QLD) BRIGHT (VIC), COWES (VIC), NUMURKAH (VIC), PORT FAIRY (VIC), ST ARNAUD (VIC) STAWELL (VIC) The Finance Sector Union (FSU) are reportedly shocked that ANZ continues down the path of closing branches. They say it shows an utter disregard of workers commitment and hard work during the COVID-19 crisis and of the essential service that branches provide to the wider community. The FSU held a member meeting on Tuesday 16 March, where staff were able to ask questions, seek advice, and provide feedback to be submitted anonymously. This type of corporate bank consultation with workers merely pays lip service to industrial laws that surround making staff redundant and is fairly meaningless. As for consultation with customers, that is non-existent. Australian Banking Association CEO Anna Bligh was the Premier of Queensland, however her priorities seem to have changed since joining the corporate ranks. In a recent statement she said: Over the last 15 years Australians have overwhelmingly changed the way they bank, from paying with cash to paying with a card, phone or even a watch, with the

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latest data showing a 16 per cent drop in ATM transactions and a 473 per cent jump in credit or debit card transactions. The business that happens in a branch has significantly changed. One major bank’s data shows they authorise six million online transactions every day and by contrast 30,000 transactions in a branch. Roy Morgan data shows over the past four years there has been a decline of 1.77 millions customers using branches, compared to a 3.51 million increase in those using an app on their smart phone or table. Despite the growth in customers who don’t use a branch or ATM, our banks continue to maintain a face-to-face presence, whether through a physical branch, franchising agreement or agency arrangement with Australia Post. While interesting statistics they are possibly not surprising when customers are given little choice by the big banks like ANZ. If the bank was losing money people could understand these things needing to happen but it seems the banks have come out of the COVID crisis stronger than ever according to the ANZ Bank CEO in his speech to shareholders in December 2020 where he said: Our work to simplify and strengthen the bank has materially lowered our exposure to potential credit and operational risks. It’s worth remembering how we have de-risked your bank over the recent years, including actions like: • Exiting Asia retail and commercial; • Selling Esanda motor dealer finance business; • Prioritising owner occupied home loans

over investor; • Not providing a retail home-loan offering to self-managed super funds; • Maintaining the lowest exposure to commercial property of the major banks; and • And of course…more recently…exiting life insurance, superannuation and financial planning. At ANZ, we moved from 11 large buildings globally, each housing over 1,000 colleagues, to a network of 40,000 home offices. We became a distributed network overnight and as a result we are more responsive and flexible than ever before. It hasn’t been easy for our people. Most have been forced to work from home, with many having to juggle multiple commitments including remote learning for young children. Despite this they haven’t missed a beat, possibly best evidenced by the record volumes of home loans processed through this period. I’m really proud of what they have achieved and I’m proud to call them my colleagues. No doubt this has been a tough year and shareholders have unfortunately also been impacted. We take our role in protecting and enhancing your wealth seriously. Through our actions over the last few years, we have freed up $12.5 billion of your capital, which has enabled us to invest in the business while buying back more than 100 million shares. As a result, we are the only major bank in Australia that hasn’t diluted shareholders in recent years. And this puts us in a very strong position to support customers while still providing you with a decent return. All well and good for some I suppose but where does that leave the community that has supported this bank for over 100 years. Whistling Dixie I guess.

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U3A returns to a new normal Bribie University of the Third Age (U3A) has successfully completed Term 1 2021, after being closed down for virtually all of last year. The difficult but decisive shut down decision by the Committee was a challenge for the 2000 senior students (actually 1989) that enjoy 160 different classes each week. However, with all the challenges of a required Covid-19 plan sorted out, enrol-

Greg Sibthorpe outgoing President and new elected President Maree MOSSLAR ment and resumption of the 166 classes was achieved for Term 1 of this new year. There is now a new “Normal” requiring limited class numbers, class sizes, start and finish spacing, and separate entry and exit. All students have cooperated totally with all the requirements, and U3A is now back to conducting 166 different classes again, with some additional external venues, and slightly reduced numbers. President Greg Sibthorpe, Chris Clark and the Programme Coordinators, and all the Committee must be congratulated for maintaining communication throughout the shut down, and the effective start up under demanding conditions.

At the recent Annual General Meeting Greg Sibthorpe stepped down after two years as Vice President and five as President, during which time U3A has undergone significant changes. Systems for Administration, Programming, Enrolment and Communication have all been substantially improved, and will continue to do so, with many processes eventually being on-line. The new President is Maree MOSSLAR, who was Secretary, and Jennifer Falknau joining the Committee in that important position. Most Committee roles will continue to be performed by the same people, but Kaye Keene replaces Ailsa Gaffey as Reception Coordinator, and Greg Sibthorpe takes over Technology Coordination from Roger Platt. Margaret Spooner and Juri Linins continue as Vice Presidents, Chris Clark continues as Program Coordinator with Robyn Connolly and Rose Barnes, with Ian Corin as Treasurer with assistant Shona Shergold. Facilities are looked after by Barrie Boodle, Functions by Judi Irvine and Publicity by Barry Clark. Bribie Island U3A is recognised as one of the most successful of the 35 U3A’s in Queensland, and in recent years has sponsored the launch of new U3A operations at Caboolture and Beachmere. Term 2 will resume after the Easter holiday on Monday 19th April and continue until Friday 25 June.

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By Staff Writer Mozza Conservationists have been warning a $2.7 billion residential and marina development on the banks of Caboolture River, north of Brisbane, will spell disaster for Moreton Bay since plans for North Harbour were first lodged in 2002 and the project was later declared state significant and got a conditional tick of approval from the Queensland Coordinator-General in 2009. The Queensland government has been urged to back away from its pre-election commitment to give Priority Development Area (PDA) status to the 570-hectare North Harbour site at Burpengary. A PDA declaration would fast-track the approvals process for the project, which proponents said would house 10,000 residents and deliver thousands of construction and marine industry jobs. But conservationists warned the project was a threat to Moreton Bay’s fragile ecosystem. Lower reaches of the Caboolture River form part of the Moreton Bay Marine Park and most of the tidal reach of the river falls within the Deception Bay Fish Habitat Area which is home to a diverse range of fish species. The developers behind the project, North Harbour Holdings and Trask Land Corporation, said alongside increasing much-needed housing supply, the declaration of a PDA would ensure increased employment and training opportunities in the marine and construction industries. Project director Bryan Finney said it was the only suitable location for a marina between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. “We believe the project will ultimately deliver 7,500 ongoing jobs … and $800 million annually into the economy,” Mr Finney said. He said core samples taken in the river indicated it was mostly “coarse grain sand”, which could be used for “environmental improvement activities such as replenishing the beach and foreshore at Beachmere”. The developers are aiming to have the project finished by 2035.

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Environmental scientist and water expert Ian Bell has been arguing against the marina for well over a decade. He says a major concern was the disturbance of acid sulphate soils stirred up by the plan to dredge 5 kilometres of the lower reaches of the Caboolture River, which enters Moreton Bay. “As soon as you expose this material to the air, the sulphurs in the soil, combined with the iron in it, creates sulphur dioxide gas and hydrogen sulphide gas — they’re poisonous,” he said. Mr Bell said it would further exacerbate the growth of lyngbya — an algae responsible for fish kills. “How can I not be concerned? I love the Bay— I’ve seen the deterioration of it over 50 years and we’re coming to a tipping point,” he said. “How do you value a jewel like Moreton Bay? Look at all the thousands of permanent jobs that rely on it for tourism and fishing. I’ve talked to the fishing people and they’re worried about it.”

The site is also near the boundary of a declared Ramsar site, a wetland of international significance and home to threatened migratory birds, including the critically endangered Eastern Curlew. Birdlife Southern Queensland convenor Judith Hoyle said bird populations were already being impacted by other developments in the southern region of Moreton Bay. “We’ll see a level of disturbance through the build process … and increased watercraft going through these areas will disturb the birds,” Ms Hoyle said. “It’s so important for these birds to be able to feed uninterrupted. “Every time they have to fly, they are losing reserves that they need for their epic migrations back to the Russian and Alaskan Arctic.” The Eastern Curlew is critically endangered and one of a number of migratory birds that fly to Australia each year from the Arctic Circle. She said the organisation had written to

13 the state government urging it to at least dramatically scale back the project. “We really just fail to understand why the state government and the federal government are continuing to support these developments that really do impact on very fragile ecosystems,” Ms Hoyle said. Judith Hoyle says bird populations are already impacted by other developments in the southern region of Moreton Bay. During last year’s election campaign, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk committed to declaring the precinct a PDA, allowing local planning frameworks and by-laws to be suspended. It will also enable the proposal to be assessed under the Planning Act 2016. At the time, Ms Palaszczuk said “the mechanism is designed to unlock out-ofthe-box projects like this, that have the potential to create significant economic and community benefits”. “Approving a PDA would support the construction and development sector by stimulating new marine industry, tourism, retail, commercial, residential development, as well as significant community infrastructure,” Ms Palaszczuk said. Plans for North Harbour were first lodged in 2002 and the project was later declared state significant and got a conditional tick of approval from the Queensland Coordinator-General in 2009. At the time Moreton Bay Regional Council opposed the marina development, fighting it in the Land and Environment Court. But the council had a change of heart, with Mayor Peter Flannery saying it would create thousands of jobs and stimulate the local economy. “The proposal has changed — they’ve [developers have] now looked at those issues that were raised during council’s refusal,” Cr Flannery said. “They’ve tried to address them by moving the marina further south and to the east.” Cr Flannery said there would be an “improvement in the water quality” through protection of the riverbanks from erosion. “We want to create jobs, we want to stimulate the economy, we want to provide for the people in the northern part of our region, for decades to come,” he said.

What has happened to our health system Lately? By Staff Matthew Owen

Being able to see your local doctor within a few days has generally always been possible, kind of like a right, until recently. But something has changed. We are now seeing doctors ‘closing their books’ on new patients and in some cases it is taking three or four weeks to book in with your doctor. Three or four weeks! Surely if people are waiting this long to see a doctor their condition is worsening. We are also hearing of people travelling hours back to where they used to live just to see a doctor or medical professional. Put this into context: ‘people are moving here but have to drive hours back to where they came from for medical matters’. How bad is that? How do these things happen in Australia in 2021? It can only be a supply and demand issue due to mismanagement. Too many patients and not enough doctors? Where have the doctors gone or is it more a case of, where have the people come from? Are there enough new doctors coming through? Should we be using more nurses? Do we simply open up our medicine courses to allow for more graduates? Is the medical centre business model not the way to go? Does the whole health system need a revamp? Do we make the final year of a medical degree out in the field in our medical centres? For the first time I recall bulk-billing is hard to come by. I never used to pay to see the doctor, but now I do. Why and how did that happen? I make less money than I used to and now I am paying about $50 to see the doctor, after a rebate. This is on top of medicine and of course, private health cover that I am paying about $30 per week for.

Don’t even start to blame COVID. It can’t be COVID related because people with cold and flu symptoms are being told to get COVID tested before seeing their doctor. Is it as simple as population growth? Are doctors leaving our area and not being replaced? Are we not producing enough doctors? Are the conditions not attractive enough? But the situation gets worse as you dig deeper. Hospital wait times have also blown out. Stories of waiting in ambulances at the Caboolture Hospital or waiting for ambulances to arrive are now common place. At the Caboolture hospital, 34% of patients wait in an ambulance for longer than 30 minutes before receiving any treatment. One in three people who go to the Caboolture Hospital in an ambulance wait in the ambulance for more than 30 minutes. So after a 30 minute trip from Bribie Island to Caboolture, one in three people have to wait for another 30 minutes or more. Add to this the time waiting for ambulance and we have a major problem. A problem that is not acceptable anymore. And I don’t recommend visiting the Caboolture Emergency Room on a Friday or Saturday night unless an extreme emergency. It seems like the whole health system is struggling. I want to be clear I’m not pointing the finger at our doctors, nurses or other hospital and medical staff. It is obviously ‘the system’. So, where do we look for accountability and responsibility on this issue? This is where the political blame game will start. The good old political blame game

between levels of Government. Federal Government is responsible for local health services and State Government is responsible for hospitals. The positive is that we have two new hospitals on the way. A private owned hospital that has not been heavily publicised and of course the election promise that came late in the campaign, probably thanks to the polls being close. Why else was it announced so close to the election? Why announce a hospital as part of an election? This just shows what politics is about. Winning elections. Due to the private hospital approval not being well publicised, the electorate were sold on the $25m satellite hospital election promise from the Labor Government. Even though it ended in a landslide at the time of the announcement there was a feeling that it would be closely fought on the local front. Unfortunately, these hospitals are not going to appear quickly. We have not heard anything from the Government about land being secured and only presume that it still hasn’t, 6 months after the election. Maybe it will be finished next year. Maybe. We also have had a Federal Government announcement in recent times regarding local after-hours primary care. This was announced in September last year and was expected to roll out in January of this year. A $500,000 investment from the Federal Government. However, January turns into February and here we are in April so hopefully we can get an update from our Federal Member of Longman, Terry Young on this matter. Or should it be our State Member, Ali King who recently met with the provider of

this service, Brisbane North PHN . We are not sure of the outcome of this meeting. I invite Terry Young MP and Ali King MP to do a Podcast Show or an interview with me at the same time to clarify so many unanswered questions about our health system. In all seriousness we are talking about people’s lives and livelihoods so it would be nice to see both our federal and state member working together as a team on these vital community issues to deliver outcomes. Real outcomes that provide solutions to problems that normal people face. This is real life talk, not political jargon. This is about people that are living week to week and can’t afford private hospitals. I haven’t seen any Government provide Short-term measures in the health section while waiting for reports. This is a huge LOCAL issue. I encourage our LOCAL MP’s to please talk to each other, engage with the community and come up with a solution – this week. These decisions can happen quickly in private enterprise so why not in this space? This newspaper has received many phone calls in relation to our health system which prompted us to write about it. I would like to see a community forum attended by our elected leaders, the State Government Minister for Health, by our local doctors, by hospital representatives and maybe the Premier is due back for another visit, her first visit was to announce a Public Satellite Hospital weeks before the election. Would love to hear more about your experiences with our Health system. Let us know by emailing stories@islandandsurrounds.com.au.

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Strong Arms help you lift things and YOU! With all the exercises below start with the lightest dumbbell and work your way up in weights. You can always increase the number of repetitions you do rather than the weight you are using. The result will be the same! When the exercises work one arm at a time – think about your body, does one arm have better movement than the other? Is one elbow more stable/stronger than the other? Take each exercise slowly and carefully especially if you use a cane or if walking and turning are difficult. If possible make sure someone is with you for support. Small changes can make a difference. Even practicing only one exercise a day will help improve your strength. 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.

What are YOU eating! We are constantly asked what we eat…. Or how we can be eating a certain food, especially on the weekend! “You’re Personal Trainers! How come you’re eating a cake!!!!” This is one of reason we rarely eat out on Bribie Island. Imagine going out for a nice coffee and desert on a Friday evening and having the staff say to you “Wow! The kitchen staff are surprised that YOU would order a cake!” Talk about uncomfortable. In all honesty I hadn’t ordered a cake, my husband had ordered TWO, but still it appears that if you are a personal trainer people expect you to live on raw broccoli. Yes, we eat cake, yes, we love Mexican food, and yes, we do eat chocolate! But not every day. And while exercising is the key to being strong and healthy enough to

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HAMMER CURL

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Day Respite (Monday – Thursday) During our Day Respite we offer Art Sessions, Song and Dance, Drumming, Gentle Exercises, Games, Excursions, Visiting Entertainers, Meals and Refreshments. Bribie Respite & Support Services are also providing a Men’s Group each week, which aims to offer new sessions designed & of interest by the male clients in attendance. Concurrently our female clients will attend a pampering session & also focus on other activities of their choice. We also offer In Home Flexible Respite. Which includes services in social support and personal care. Our Aged Care Services are currently provided through My Aged Care (CHSP) funding. Door to door transport is provided in both Aged Care – Day Respite and NDIS services. Bribie Respite and Support Services take enormous pride in supporting clients in their local community. As a not-for-profit business all monies generated are reinvested into our Bribie based business for the benefit of the Bribie Island community. We create jobs, supporting local businesses and local community groups. Our philosophy is supporting local clients in their community with local carers. Locals supporting locals. For more information on any of our services please contact our friendly admin team 3408 2112 or email Bribiereception@ bribierespite.com.au Also, checkout our Facebook page to see our programs in action and the enjoyment it brings to many of our clients

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18 ANZAC DAY ADDRESS: April 2021. Delivered by Major H.W. Fewings RNZIR, Aust Int Corps, Royal Regiment of Australian Artillery [ Rtd.] Good Morning, We come here, to these memorial places, once every year to honour the sacrifices and preserve the stories of those Australian men and women who gave their lives on active service for our country, Australia. It is a long and magnificent story – commencing on this day, in 1915, when thousands of young Australian men charged up the cliffs of Gallipoli and into our nation’s history. I quote the author, Les Carlyon, when he said, “ there were so many of them, over 300,000 in all. But, we never saw them; we never knew them when they were doing the things that made them different from you and me. “ That generation of mainly soldiers and nurses brought back to Australia the values we now hold to be true for us :

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Courage in adversity.

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Healthy disapproval, for pomposity, in all its forms.

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A wonderful ability to laugh at ourselves.

The next generation of Australians, in the 1940s, recognized the evil they faced.

And they fought it! And they won! And, all of us, the living and the yet to be born must be eternally grateful to them for their sacrifices. Our systems of Government, the great institutions of our nation, Justice, Health, Education and the fabulous wealth from our agriculture and mining; would not belong to us if that generation of Australians had not prevailed. We owe them. Subsequent generations, of Australian men and women, in Korea, Malaysia, Borneo and South Vietnam displayed that same courage and commitment for our National safety and well being. Today, young Australian men and women are in Iraq and Afghanistan have been in East Timor in our uniform, displaying the qualities we honour today. We know of peacekeeping missions on the continent of Africa, led and staffed by Australian fighting men and women: these missions are never peaceful and always dangerous. Any military operation of any kind always risks blood and treasure. Today we honour their sacrifices, to provide support and assistance to their loved ones who have to live without them, or with damaged bodies and souls which struggle so hard to overcome what war does. These memories and these stories are yours in this region – their fellow veterans ask that you remember them with honour, treasure their stories and pass them on with respect and truth. They deserve nothing less than that – and we must do this for them. Thank You all for being here today, sharing these moments with us……may God speed you all safely home.

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It’s time to start preparing towards the end of year Your March BAS and/or IAS will be

arriving soon requiring lodgement in April. It is a good time to review your year to date and ensure that you are not overpaying instalments of income tax for the year 2021. Likewise, if you are behind in anticipated tax, it is more beneficial to pay instalments out of the current year to which it belongs. A final adjustment can be made on the June BAS/IAS. Variations are particularly important if your trading figures have changed considerably, you have purchased or sold an investment property, or you have closed your business or started a new one. All these have an effect on taxable income.

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April is the month to review your 9 months trading and determine what should be completed for the end of June 2021. Too late after the day has passed. Buying additional cattle to increase the average cost or selling off others with the view to making your turnover over $20,000 net of GST to be able to claim any loss in the current year. Businesses using materials should start to determine the stock on hand and make sure that you do not have an oversupply of stock not required. Ensure though, that the stock on hand is sufficient to continue your work into the next year. Motor Vehicle log books are needed for determining business % use of the car. If you haven’t completed your 12

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AGRICULTURE FORUM I would like to invite you to attend an Agriculture Forum with the Hon David Littleproud MP, Minister for Agriculture, and representatives from local horticulture and agriculture groups.

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In Australia, there is the Law of the Nation: there are fundamental human rights: there are standards of moral decency, and then, there is journalism and the depraved political standards to which some journalists have sunk. [ Some written language in this opinion piece is brutal and confronting ; it details some actions by men and deserves public shaming. Nothing written here means to offend but this is how it is and if we are going to deal with it, we must be able to say it! ] I did not want to write this. I hesitated and prevaricated; in the end, I knew I had to write something because although I am not a qualified journalist, I have material published in a public forum, and that puts me, in my opinion, in the same box as the rest of them. These words came to me as I contemplated the weirdness of it all. I refer to the utterly appalling political depravity displayed by individual members of the electronic media, some in the print media and the opportunistic, grab bag, of fringe Senators and MP’s from the minor parties and the Australian Labor Party. And you will know, those that are reading this, that I refer to the orchestrated, sordid, morally bankrupt campaign to remove a man from his role in the Government because of unsubstantiated allegations about an event that occurred over thirty years ago. Before I began to collect the words in my mind, I wondered what motivated the two or three journalists, from a public broadcaster, to act in this manner. They claim to be investigative journalists, one of them wrote highly emotional stories about Cardinal Pell – and we know where that all ended – on the floor of the Australian High Court, chucked out, seven to nil. Bond University lists as core subjects for its Degree in Journalism – Responsibility, Integrity and Civic Discourse. Obviously, these journalists pay no mind to these requirements, and, in acting in that fashion, they tarnish the rest of the profession

with their grubby standards. This is not journalism. This is not investigative reporting. This spiteful and devious misuse of the electronic media, to lower the standards of criminal justice in Australia. The journalists involved do not like the fact the NSW Police have declined to pursue the matter due to lack of evidence. In their judgement and having facts available to them that are not public knowledge, the NSW Police have made their decision. This decision does not suit the journalists creating this toxic story; so they set out to corrupt the process of law. All major current affairs journalists in the country have fiercely criticized these journalists’ actions. As do I ! Why does the ABC allow this to continue? Evidence of them withholding information about this story, which does not suit their case, has been detailed by other journalists. It is clear, from even a casual examination, that the ABC News and Current Affair collective are engaged in advocacy for causes rather than journalism. That is no secret, and I call it for what it is. As I write this, legal action for defamation has been launched by Christian Porter against the ABC and one of their journalists in the Australian Federal Court. I shall make no further comment on this matter until the Courts have determined the issue. In a much broader sense, this whole matter, the disrespectful treatment of women by men, rumbles on across the streets of the nation, in the sewer of the social media and in our Federal Parliament. More and more examples of sexual harassment, sexual assault and crimes of rape are being reported by women from the Federal Parliamentary employed staff, by women from the corporate world and by women from the

By Staff Writer: Harvey Fewings. entertainment world. In the last twenty-four hours matters of men filming themselves, masturbating on the desks of female parliamentarians has been reported. I stare at these reports and shake my head. I ask myself, What has happened to these males? What makes them do this? I grew up in an Australia that was a different country to the one in which we now live. I was a Police Officer in South Australia for a very short time, but I spent most of my working life in the military as an Army Officer in the Australian and New Zealand Armies. We saw combat. We knew S.E.Asia pretty well. We played hard, and we drank alcohol, lots of it! After the military, I returned to the bush, living and working throughout remote regions of the outback, growing cattle, owning bush pubs. Hard, challenging workplaces seemed where I was meant to be, along with plenty of other Australian men. We respected women as equals in the demands of life in the bush; many times, they were better at it than we men were. Vietnamese women in Communist combat forces were ferocious enemies and soldiers; we respected them as equals in that business. Only in the last ten years, when I was the CEO of a very large organization did I experience the issue of workplace disrespect for women. I was shown mobile phone photos from female executives who had received pictures of men’s erect penises! There were pictures of men’s penises plonked in wine glasses! The owners of the penises were summarily sacked. I kicked them out! They threatened wrongful dismissal, I threatened court photos of their penises! They slunk away, but I could not and still do not understand what caused these men to do this. What has caused the moral standards of our communities to collapse into this grubby swamp. I suppose it is fair to say that we are talking

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Join Beachmere in birthday celebrations during May. Beachmere celebrated its 150th birthday in May 2020 and Beachmere Area Network Group’s Sesquicentenary Committee was busy organising events and activities to mark the occasion. Nearly three years in the planning, the event is now the Back to Beachmere Celebrations with everyone invited to Beachmere to join in.

Saturday, 15 May is a FREE fun family event in Clayton Park.

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Attend the GALA and kick off the Back to Beachmere Celebrations in style. Beachmere Then and Now Exhibition Launch. Tickets $30 includes nibbles and one glass "bubbly". Entertainment by Ebony Reid. Be one of the first to bid on our Silent Auction items.

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Visit the Hub to view the Exhibition curated by Karen Wallwork, Compiler of Beachmere - Then and Now. The Exhibition is open Monday to Friday 9am till Noon and during each of the ticketed events at the Hub. Meet Karen Wallwork and purchase your copy of the book Beachmere Then and Now and other Sesquicentenary merchandise.

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Finish your weekend off with a Fabulous High Tea at the Hub.

Saturday is a FREE Festival in Clayton Park. Entertainment by A Taste of Tarantino Ebony Reid The Bush Poets - Cay and Barry 2/25th Infantry Battalion Re-enactment Group Old Time Games Beachmere Classic Vehicle Club Market and Food Stalls Roving Entertainers and SO MUCH MORE!!

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Enter our Photographic Sandgarden Competition. Great prizes! Winners announced on Sunday, 23 May at the Wrap Party.

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Beachmere is a seaside village, just north of the mouth of the Caboolture River, on the edge of Moreton Bay, in sight of the southern tip of Bribie. Yet, Beachmere is at the end of a journey. There is no journey that goes through Beachmere to another destination. All journeys start and end at Beachmere. It is this very thing that has allowed Beachmere to keep its sense of welcoming peace and tranquillity; a place to spend time in, to enjoy and to relax. When you get to Beachmere, you’ve arrived, and you never want to leave! Beachmere has many parks and picnic areas, and boat ramps with access to Moreton Bay and the Caboolture River. Both dogs and horses have access to beachfront areas with owners taking advantage of miles of beach for exercise and play. It is a popular destination for photography enthusiasts with the sea, the river and several lakes hosting a myriad of birds, kangaroos and wallabies. Enthusiastic anglers and boaties can enjoy their sports close to home, with regular sightings of turtle, dolphin and dugong to enjoy. Beachmere celebrated its Sesquicentenary in 2020, but the festivities were postponed till May 2021. The passing in 1860 of the Crown Alienation Act opened up large reserve-like sections of land to settlers at the fixed price of one pound per acre. In 1870, Thomas Edwin Bonney, the grandson of a convict, took up land under the Act. He held land from Toorbul Point to King Johnnie Creek and built a homestead he named “Beachmere”. In 1871 T.E. Bonney was granted a sugar lease in partnership with W.G. Geddes, and in 1887 they opened the first dairy, which became the Beachmere Dairy Farm and Cheese Factory. In 1893, Richard Baker acquired the greater part of Beachmere which was kept in the family until the late 1960s. Over the past 150 years, Beachmere has grown from that first sugar farm and dairy into an important food bowl for the region. However, in the 1920s, it also gained fame as a major holiday destination with an influx of visitors for the Christmas and New Year holidays. In 2020, it is a thriving coastal village with strong community connections. As part of the community celebrations, a book of stories is available celebrating Beachmere. “Beachmere – Then and Now” is a compilation of over 150 stories providing a chronological history of events and happenings in Beachmere over the past 150 years. Sourced from previous community publications, and gathered from personal interviews, they are all contributions by residents of, and visitors to, Beachmere. This is a “legacy” project and a long needed historical resource. Local families and educational organisations will treasure it for many years to come.

Another ongoing project has been the restoration of Beachmere’s founding settler’s grave. Thomas Edwin (T.E.) Bonney’s last resting place is in Toowong Cemetery. When located some months ago, it was in a sad state of repair. As part of the Sesquicentenary Celebrations, it has been repaired and restored. Other community projects include producing a

Founding Settler’s Grave before and after Restoration

Quilters Di Newell and Chris Sutton – with the Commemorative Quilt. Commemorative Quilt, mosaic pots featuring mangrove trees and a local fern and a lectern made of local timbers. Beachmere – Then and Now is just one of the elements of the Sesquicentenary Celebrations which have evolved into all encompassing Back to Beachmere weekend. By celebrating this historical event in a Celebration of Community, involving the entire Moreton Bay region, the Sesquicentenary Committee will bring together the young and the old, indigenous and non-indigenous, new locals and local experts, whilst recording the history of an important destination for Moreton n Bay residents. The Celebration will promote and instil a sense of worth in the current Beachmere community. It will be a once in a lifetime event for Beachmere residents and a further opportunity to develop community pride and cohesion. Beachmere has an interesting history and is a place of many happy memories for generations of Queenslanders, many of which have been included in the book “Beachmere – Then and Now”. They include memories of wartime, environmental emergencies and unique and wonderful holidays. Did you know that: in June 1942, not long after the Battle of the Coral Sea, the 1/15th Australian Infantry

Battalion was placed on an invasion alert and ordered to establish coast watching posts? They selected Beachmere as on coast watch site. • the tsunami of 1960 was experienced in Beachmere? • there is a street on the official maps of Beachmere that has vanished? • a bucket and dragline once provided Beachmere’s water supply. • there are many, many species of Australian trees and flowers in the Beachmere environment. • Beachmere is the first location in the Moreton Bay Region to have a Drone Flying Field; at the rear of the Rogers Street Sports Complex. There is so much to surprise you in this lovely seaside village. Beachmere has all the amenities of many other small towns and villages, but it is the sense of “community” that sets Beachmere apart. Its central meeting area, Clayton Park, is the venue that supports events throughout the year, attracting residents and visitors of all ages: Community Carols, Movie Nights, Spring Fairs, Festivals and Picnics, amongst others. From the Beachmere Sailing Club in 1967, to 1983 when the Beachmere Lawn Bowls Club was established through to the Community Hall Association in 1988, Lions and Lioness Club, Men’s Shed, Network Group, Fishing Club, Sunshine Club, Slimmers Club, Football Club, and most recently a campus of U3A, together with many others, community groups thrive in Beachmere. The town may be small in numbers, but it is huge in heart. There is a unique generosity of spirit in Beachmere. The continual involvement of volunteers, through groups, associations and committees, ensure Beachmere retains and grows that spirit of community and encourages all residents to feel invited and involved. It is a spirit of participation and connectedness, of being part of a bigger family and with a richer fabric of life. As Beachmere moves past its 150th year, it is that spirit of community, with its volunteering heart, that will take Beachmere into the next 150 years as the best seaside village in which to start a family, grow up, build a life and enjoy retirement.

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“Oddball” - Movie In the Park

Beachmere hub the newest “pop up” art space The Liz Heber Retrospective launched the Beachmere Hub as the newest “Pop Up” art space in the region. On the last weekend in March, local residents and visitors from as far away as the Gold Coast, visited the Hub and viewed the Retrospective. Elizabeth Heber was a prolific local artist in watercolour, acrylic, mixed media, silk painting and pottery. When she passed away in January Elizabeth left a large body of work which was available for sale at the Retrospective. Elizabeth had strong connections with Zonta Interntional and Viva La Musica, with the choir performing on Sunday afternoon along with solo performers. The Beachmere Hub is managed by local community group Beachmere Area Network Group (BANG) who were very pleased with the large turnout for the Retrospective and the support of the Hub as a “gallery” venue. View Liz Heber’s work on line at www. bang.org.au/hub and information about the Hub as a function, hire or “pop up” art space is available from info@bang.org.au or 0456 818 017.

Clayton Park, Beachmere will be the place to be when the movie “Oddball” is shown on the big outdoor screen on Saturday, 10 April. Treasure Hunt, Trivia Competition with a sausage sizzle, popcorn and ice cream will keep everyone entertained till the movie is screened at dusk. “Oddball” is a hilarious and heart-warming true story about a mischievous dog who defies the odds and saves a penguin colony. It’s a great Aussie movie and, as part of school holiday entertainment, this free, fun, family event is sure to be a big success.

Just some of the many hand painted silk items by local Beachmere artist Liz Heber

The Bay Room at the Beachmere Hub is the newest “pop up” art space

Liz Heber Retro & Choir - Viva La Musica performing at the Liz Heber Retrospective

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New facilities for students at St Michael’s College

Member for Longman Terry Young with College Captains, from left to right, Lainey, Lily, Phoebe and Kirra.

Member for Longman Terry Young with College principal Chris Allom Member for Longman Terry Young attended St Michael’s College on Monday to open a new design and technology laboratory, partly funded by the Morrison Government. Mr Young said students would benefit from the purposefully designed space that would develop their abilities in technology. It will give all students exposure to and experience of a wide array of technology and will be developing their skills to purposefully use technology. The Morrison Government provided $120,000 for the project through the Capital Grants Program, which provides funding for non-government schools to improve capital infrastructure. “It was great to visit St Michael’s College to see the new facilities and hear about

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Member for Longman Terry Young Mr Victor Bradbury – ICT Manager Brother Edward – College Board of Governors Cr Brooke Savige – Moreton Bay Regional Council the positive impact it will have on students,” Mr Young said. “St Michael’s College has a wonderful school community, and this new design and technology laboratory will further enhance the learning environment. “We are ensuring that every child gets a quality education no matter where they go to school. School funding has increased every year under our Government. “Our Government is providing record funding for government schools, for Catholic schools and for Independent schools. “We are delivering real, needs-based funding that is matched by national reforms that will drive better results and outcomes, as recommended by David Gonski in his Review to Achieve Educational Excellence in Australian Schools. “Our Government is funding improved facilities at schools, like the new design and technology laboratory at St Michael’s College, as part of our commitment to education.”

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YOU KNOW YOU ARE ANNOYING THEM WHEN THEY RESORT TO PERSONAL ABUSE Cranky Lizard has been writing about politics and current affairs for a number of years. Obviously, and purposefully, Cranky Lizards sets out to ruffle the feathers of the preening bureaucrats, the pompous little zealots who hide behind badges and rule books, wherever they are, the mindless zombies of the mob, as they glue themselves to our roads and chant their empty nonsense on the streets of our major cities – “Whadda we want? – everythink, when do we whan it ? Now.”, and, of course, the grey men and women of the corporate lodges and government buildings who live off the fat of the land – they take up our space, they breathe our air and put nothing back.

They are the actual oxygen thieves. If you like, Cranky Lizard throws the spears that are designed to burst the bubbles of these particular groups with the sole purpose of reminding them

that they are not unique, that they are not privileged, they are not super egos. They are not above the law or community moral judgement. You may ask why Cranky Lizard does this? Fair question. Cranky Lizard has just been around Governments and Corporate structures at the right levels for long enough to recognize BS when it appears and is fortunate enough to be able to expose for what it is. You can be sure that it never, ever hurts anyone anywhere to have shonky operators, incompetent corporations or plain, flat out bull shit exposed in our public lives.

Cranky Lizard has recently written some articles which refer to Australian Aboriginal people and the manner in which their stories are told.

These articles have attracted suggestions of racism on behalf of Cranky Lizard. The finger-pointing of ‘racism ‘was boringly predictable simply because most proponents of the ‘black arm band’ history of Aboriginal people in this country can only hurl insults and threats when you disagree with them because the facts and history deny their wilderness of lies.

Cranky Lizard lived and worked with Aboriginal people in Northern Australia for years, has tribal names and has shared stories, mysteries, miseries and triumphs with these dynamic, resilient people. When Cranky Lizard speaks about them, Cranky Lizard speaks the truth. Cranky Lizard also confesses to being a member of a large but secret society. This is a society of writers and journalists who prefer facts over fantasy – who prefer non-fiction over fiction. And. Who are pretty willing to express these facts and opinions publicly along with accepting the responsibility for the comments. Cranky Lizard knows that this confession will shock some poor buggers! But that is life! The media, print, electronic and social, form a massive part of our lives in the 21 st Century. Many people, not all, but many depend entirely on social contact, knowledge, entertainment and indeed, online purchasing on the constant availability of the internet and its associated technical vehicles. Many say their lives depend on it…maybe so! Cranky Lizard asks you to think about how many conversations you have with friends and family that are based upon material from the internet or social media? You may be surprised at the answer. Governments and multinational corporations rely heavily upon details of

your habits and your life as you express yourself and conduct your business on the internet.

It is called the harvesting of mega data, and it is a massive business, absolutely enormous.

And, on that basis alone, Cranky Lizard reckons that demanding the truth of the written word in these forums is fundamental to how we conduct our personal and business lives. Cranky Lizard knows that some of the organizations and people who feel the sting of the Lizard’s tail get angry about that! Good! Cranky Lizard does not assume to have a mortgage on intelligence and is certainly not in a position to make moral judgements for anyone…but when nonsense appears, and Lord knows, it appears often enough, it needs to be called out. If you make decisions about the things that you do, based upon information gained from social media and the internet, then it is axiomatic that you should be able to make those decisions based on facts, not speculation or advocacy. Officials, now there is a word, often need a reminder that they are human, that they are not omnipotent and usually are not as important as they think they are. Cranky Lizard can tell a tale about a man with a badge. An old cattle farmer working on his property was approached by the local stock inspector, a man well known to be terribly officious. He spoke to the cattleman : “I am going to inspect the stockyards on your property.” The cattleman replied: “Sure, just be careful of this front paddock; there is a…………” The Stock Inspector rudely interrupted the cattleman, holding up his badge and stating loudly : “See this badge; I can go anywhere I want

with this badge, anywhere I want; I don’t need your permission to go anywhere, understand ? “ “Sure. “said the cattleman, “I was only trying to help.” “Don’t need your help or permission. “said the Stock Inspector, who headed off through the front paddock. It only took about 10 minutes. There was loud shouting and yelling from the Stock Inspector, who was running fast sideways towards the railing fence, followed by a large angry black Angus bull. The bull was gaining on the Stock Inspector, who yelled for the cattleman to help him…. The cattleman replied : “Show him your badge, Mate, Show him your badge ! “ Cranky Lizard reckons that you can work out for yourself that the only moral to this story is not to think yourself too important. Because somewhere in your life, there will be a black Angus bull waiting for you! Cranky Lizard observes matters of ongoing community business on Bribie Island, and recently, a couple of echos have popped up on the radar. Cranky Lizard wonders why there seems to be a large number of empty or half-empty buses driving about the Island? The buses look pretty good, and the drivers are friendly, smiling and professional – there just does not seem to be too many people using the buses? Why? Rumblings of an early by-election will not go away, but Cranky Lizard can find no evidence to support such speculation, none at all.

Cranky Lizard reminds you all that Easter is a global Christian Festival and Holiday; take advantage of the local facilities and support your local small business operators on Bribie Island. Enjoy your days – and remember the 800 + dead Australians in Victoria; they and their families will not be enjoying Easter.

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95 Ann Street, Donnybrook Awesome value in Donnybrook. Looking to relax and enjoy your lifestyle by the sea. Donnybrook is a little coastal town known for its fishing and crabbing. This little sought-after town is moving fast. Looking to buy in the area.

3 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR For Sale: Contact Agent Rental Appraisal: $440 p/w approx.

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FOR SALE

38 Vanillalily Close, Banksia Beach

- Multiple balconies - Solar panels - Separate office - Fully appointed glass art studio/yoga studio/ office - Formal dining/media with gas fireplace - Butlers pantry - Master suite with lavish ensuite, balcony retreat, and grand walk-in robe - Ducted Zonal Air-conditioning

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4 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR For Sale: Price Guide $1,000,000 - $1,100,000 Rental Appraisal: $650 - $700 per week George Hayes-Walsh 0432 189 157 Claire Uttley 0413 469 993

FOR RENT 54 White Patch Esp, White Patch

167 Bells Lane, Bellmere - 8000sqm of land approx. - Fully fenced with access to a dam at the rear - Great sized fully fenced paddock - Partially renovated - Raked ceiling in lounge and kitchen - Built-in robes - External bathroom/mudroom - Mammoth-sized, classy outdoor entertainment area - Large double car lock-up shed - 4 bay machine shed

3 BED | 2 BATH | 5 CAR For Sale: Contact Agent Rental Appraisal: $400 - $420 p/w approx.

David Wereszczuk 0407 657 455 Brianna Howe 0409 255 255

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13 Toorbul Street, Bongaree

Commercial + Residential Offering 2 very large residential apartments boasting 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus 2 street-front commercial shops. Located in the popular Bongaree recreation and dining precinct, this investment offering will appeal to astute investors. The shop fronts are occupied by a thriving Hairdressing Salon plus one of Bribie Islands' most popular bakery and cafés. With a 5 tenancy potential over approximately 672 Sqm. of land, this real estate offering is rare indeed. Financial information is available to prospective buyers.

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4 bed | 4 bath | 3 car Furnished $975 per week COMING SOON: Jasmin Drive, Bongaree 3 bed | 1 bath | 1 car $420 per week LEASED BY CLAIRE TYLDESLEY LAST MONTH Quail Street, Bellara - $400 p/w Elcata Avenue, Bellara - $380 p/w Caleana Close, Banksia Beach - $650 p/w Lungfish Circuit, Bongaree - $460 p/w Goodwin Drive, Bongaree - $300 p/w Gidya Avenue, Bongaree - $480 p/w Protea Drive, Bongaree - $500 p/w Fairweather Street, Woorim - $480 p/w

4 BED | 4 BATH | 8 CAR For Sale: Expressions of Interest Land Size: 672m2

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HIGHSET...DUAL LIVING...WATER-VIEWS...TOORBUL Upstairs..... the moment you enter the front door into the light, bright, airy rooms, there is the coastal vibe happening with white shutters on the windows, the sea breezes, water-views to the North and the East. • All-weather deck, sea breezes water views • Open plan kitchen/ Dining/ Lounge • 2 Bedrooms (Master is a very good size.) • Bathroom separate loo. • Sitting room/home office/guest room. • Back deck overlooking the well maintained gardens and manicured

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lawns. Downstairs • Breezeway that leads to the 4 car garage, like to tinker store the toys room for boat, caravan, cars workshop, solar panels on the roof wired up for 15 amp as well as 240Volt. Fully self-contained unit consisting of • 1 Bedroom • Kitchen/Dining • Lounge room shutters on the windows, water views. • Bathroom / Laundry.

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All the benefits of country living and being able to go fishing, crabbing, kayaking, and enjoying the coastal vibe. This acreage with a lowset 3 bedroom home is located 1 hour North of Brisbane CBD, with a boat ramp less than 1 klm. Home * 3 Bedrooms with Built-in robes * Study Office space * 2 Bathrooms * Kitchen/ dining/Living with air-conditioning * Outdoor screened-in living area that overlooks the dams * Outdoor Bar-B-Que area * Front Verandah * 4 Car Carport * Solar Panels * Town Water Land This property currently has cattle and has previously had some horses and goats. All the infrastructure is in place fencing, dams, feed shed, animal shelters and more.

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16 Esplanade South, Donnybrook

LAND TOORBUL ESPLANADE ESPLANADE LAND is at a premium in Toorbul secure this 530m2 block in Toorbul now. This lovely flat block is perfect for building your forever home, right near Pumicestone Passage. Inspect NOW.

STEEL FRAME COTTAGE ON A FULLY FENCED 640SM CORNER BLOCK The potential is here.... maybe go up, maybe extend, big deck on the front and soak up the water views and the sea breezes. 2 Bedrooms Open plan:- Kitchen / Dining / Lounge with doors leading out to the front patio.

Price: $495,000

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TOORBUL LOWSET FULLY RENOVATED This property is a brilliant investment opportunity for First Home Buyers and Includes a large master bedroom featuring BIR, air-con & Ensuite ( This area can be closed off from the rest of the house and could be a B&B proposition, Home Office), options to explore Double lock-up Garage

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Did you know it’s currently a very strong seller’s market and we have keen buyers waiting? Then if you want to sell and achieve the best price for your property, give Geoff a call today! Be assured that when you list or buy through us, you will receive the personal touch and commitment that comes with working with an independent agent, along with all the benefits of a large agency. Visit our website at www.bribieislandreal.estate and check out our sales record and testimonials. You can also check out our sales record on www.ratemyagent.com.au and www.realestate.com.au.

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4 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR 2 SEAHORSE COURT, BANKSIA BEACH • • • • • •

Lovely Mancorp home set on a 707 sqm block with landscaped gardens Open plan living, lounge room, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & double garage Covered outdoor living area with morning sun and afternoon shade King-size master bedroom with walk-in robe & ensuite, built-ins to 3 bedrooms Large laundry with pull-down ironing board and vacuum maid throughout Reverse cycle air-con, ceiling fans, TV points, TV aerial & garden shed

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6 BED | 4 BATH | 6 CAR 178-182 KROPP ROAD, WOODFORD • • • • • • •

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Architectural residence built on an immaculate 5,000 sqm block Open plan living, 3 living areas, 4 bedrooms, 2 bath & double garage Covered deck overlooks the large football field-sized backyard Salt chlorinated concrete swimming pool with water feature Separate home with open plan living/dining/kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 bath & garage 12 x 6 metre shed, 3kws solar panels, electronic gate & ducted air-con 23,000 and 3,000 litre water tanks & NBN & Foxtel connections

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“On the 23rd of March last year, pubs and clubs had their livelihoods ripped out from under them when COVID restrictions were handed down for the first time. The next 12 months for this industry has been shocking. They’ve had to endure more rules, regulations and compliance than ever before. So on the 23rd of March 2021, on the 12-month anniversary of these first restrictions I’m proud to have supported the National Local Day. I encourage you, go and have a meal at your favourite local pub, restaurant or club and support these businesses as much as you can now who have had an incredibly hard 12 months.”

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Our RE/MAX Bribie Island Team leads in innovation

Australia presented its special Innovation Award to RE/MAX Advanced at its gala awards event held at the Brisbane City Hall on Thursday 25th February. The award recognises excellence in innovation that benefits the brand, the office and its clients. Managing Director Joel Davoren said that last year had proved one of challenges and opportunity. “2020 ended as a very different year than it began. It was a year nobody could have planned for – no individual, no business, no government. It has changed every one of us, in some way. “Our Bribie Island office was a stand-out for this award because of their efforts through the challenges of COVID 19. This young dynamic team totally excelled through 2020 and their virtual offerings completely set them apart from their competition.” He said that it was pre-pandemic when the Innovation Award was introduced last year. “We added it to the awards program to recognise our people who faced challenge with gusto, driving their business forward and providing solutions for their clients.

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Business Owners David & Karen Wereszczuk receive the Innovation Award from Michael Davoren at RE/MAX Australia Awards Night 2021

How ironic was that! “The real estate industry responded rapidly to the changing landscape of 2020 and gave confidence to its customers as it continued providing sales and property management services. “Our offices were able to make a rapid transition towards virtual services because we had the digital platforms, marketing assets and products already available to our network. “Agents dealt with different market conditions, with some rebounding, some consistently solid and some going crazy, but regardless of where they were, they stayed focused, resilient, confident and active. “Innovations must do one thing above all else: improve the consumer experience. They may be technology-enabled or have their basis in human relationships, which are a critical component of the real estate transaction,” Mr Davoren said. Broker Owner David Wereszczuk explains, “We clearly identified a problem and created a solution with significant benefits, and our intention was, as it always is, to give customers an extraordinary real estate experience and for every agent be exceptionally valuable to their customer.” RE/MAX Australia recognised its high achievers by bestowing Club status through seven levels. Four RE/MAX Advanced agents were awarded this year based on their sales successes in 2020. Karl Oswald achieved Platinum Club status, Liza McKilliam entered the Gold Club, and George HayesWalsh and David Wereszczuk claimed 100% Club status.

Left to Right, Back Row. Karl Osswald, George Hayes-Walsh, David Wereszczuk, Brianna Wereszczuk, Brianna Howe, Robyn Beach Middle Row. Liza McKilliam, Karen Wereszczuk, Claire Tyldesley Kneeling. Mitchell Day, Claire Uttley, Freddi Osswald Absent. David Stefanac, Monty Thompson

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Having visited Australia Zoo many years ago I decided to update my knowledge of this world famous zoo in our backyard recently. A quick half an hour drive from Bribie Island you will find Steve Irwin Way which is a very strong hint you are approaching Australia Zoo another 15 minutes along the way at Landsborough. When you first enter the zoo you will notice the new buildings and enclosures as well as the well-established Crocoseum stadium housing the famous wildlife shows and Crocodile feeding displays. The show is very informative and educational for children and the interactive birds of prey show is just as impressive as the Crocodile feeding. The zoo has come a long way from the controversial business that attracted worldwide attention in the early 2000s when Steve Irwin was filmed taking Baby Bob Irwin in the Crocodile enclosure aged about one year old. Following that incident the zoo collaborated with the state government to develop Crocodile handling standards that are used across Australia today. The zoo now has a multi-species African Savannah where you’ll find Rhino, Zebra and Meerkats. Cheetah can also be spotted on their daily walks and these magnificent creatures will captivate the kid’s imaginations as well. You also have the chance to get up close and personal by hand-feeding a Giraffe, just watch out for that purple tongue as you hand over the carrots. Visit the Tiger Temple, which is home to magnificent Sumatran and Bengal Tigers. Other interesting species on display in the easily accessible zoo include deadly snakes such as Taipans as well as Zebras, Macaws, Lemurs and Koalas. The Crikey Café serves up a number of delicious crowd favourites including burgers, pizza, hot chips, sandwiches, sushi, salads and many more. You’ll find a dining option to suit every budget and taste. Following Steve’s untimely death in an incident filming stingrays in North Queensland in 2006 the zoo has recovered to grow into the establishment we all enjoy today housing many species from around the world. Steve was born into wildlife, growing up on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, helping his parents at the ‘Beerwah Reptile Park’. Established in 1970, this two-acre wildlife park was home to native wildlife such as

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enlisted by the Queensland Government to help with crocodiles, by volunteering for the East-Coast Crocodile Management Program and captured well over 100 crocodiles, which were either relocated or housed within the family’s park. In 1991, Steve took over the management of the small wildlife park and, not long after, he met Terri Raines, from Eugene, Oregon, when she visited the park. Steve’s passion for reptiles was matched by Terri’s love for predatory mammals. The two were very much kindred spirits. Their lives changed dramatically when, on the 4th June 1992, Steve and Terri married, beginning a life of adventure. Instead of a honeymoon, the couple took the chance to embark on a crocodile rescue mission, filming this experience. This became

the first episode of The Crocodile Hunter documentary series. As the popularity of The Crocodile Hunter grew, Steve and Terri changed the name of their now growing wildlife park to ‘Australia Zoo’. Their mission was to make this zoo the very best in Australia, if not the world! Extensive efforts were made to create habitats, so that all zoo animals could be exhibited in natural environments. Australia Zoo expanded, as did the Irwin family. Steve and Terri were blessed with the births of two beautiful children; Bindi, in 1998 and Robert, in 2003. Both Bindi and Robert soon developed a deep love of wildlife, just like their parents. As filming generated extra funds, Steve and Terri had agreed to put all money raised from filming and merchandise back into conservation. From its humble beginnings as an avocado packing shed, they established the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital in 2004, this world-class facility continues to rescue, rehabilitate and release over 7000 native Australian animals every year. Steve and Terri would go on to film over 300 episodes of Crocodile Hunter, Croc Diaries, Croc Files, New Breed Vets, Ghosts of War and Bindi: The Jungle Girl. These programs have been enjoyed by over 500 million viewers world-wide. Australia Zoo is less crowded at the moment with no international tourists coming to the zoo making it an ideal time to enjoy the facilities. So given the amount of rainy days we have been enjoying lately if you are getting cabin fever at home think about packing up the tribe to revisit a favourite spot in our neighbourhood. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how far it’s come.

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BATHROOM RENOVATION SPECIALISTS Down to Earth Plumbing 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. He is dedicated to working with you through the entire renovation process to make your renovation dreams a reality. Clarity in communication with our clients is imperative, and Tim strives to achieve a trusting relationship with each and every one of our clients. At Down to Earth Plumbing and Gas, we believe in quality – quality service, quality workmanship, and quality delivery. All of our work is guaranteed to exceed standards through thorough attention to detail. If you’re still stuck for ideas, give Tim a call on 0432674353 and have a chat. Likewise, you can email him on dteplumbingandgas@gmail.com. He can assist you with all aspects of renovating your bathroom – from a small change to an entirely new bathroom. He provides free quotes and can work with you and your budget to achieve a beautiful and functional bathroom.

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SPORT Bribie Island Golf Club Ladies Golf results from 25/2/21 to 23/3/21. Thurs 25/2/21 – Single Stableford – Div 1 Winner: Gill Lee 39. R/U: Anna de Bondt 34. 2nd R/U: Abby Driver 33. Div 2 Winner: Heather Croukamp 35. R/U: Margaret Peterson 29. 2nd R/U: Jennifer McKay 28 c/b. NTP: Hole 4 – Ann Mitchell. Hole 7 – Suzanne Vallely. Hole 14 – Suzanne Vallely. Hole 16 – Linda Urquhart. Tues 02/03/21 – Single Stableford – Div 1 Winner: Sandra Power 41. R/U: Barbara Newcomb 37 c/b. 2nd R/U: Leonie Buxton 37. Div 2 Winner: Myra Dickson 39. R/U: Lyn Cockerell 36. 2nd R/U: Gay Burnham 35 c/b. Div 3 Winner: Wendy Washington 36. R/U: Nadia Aylott 34 c/b. 2nd R/U: Paula McKenzie 34 c/b. NTP: Hole 4 – Tricia Brown. Hole 7 – Paula McKenzie. Hole 14 – Susie Smith. Hole 16 – Linda Urquhart. Thurs 04/03/21 – Single Stroke & Putting – Overall Winner: Gwen Clutterbuck 75. R/U: Mary Barbeler 76. 2nd R/U: Gill Lee 77. Best Putting: Gill Lee with 26 putts. NTP Hole 4. Ailsa Lauchlan. Tues 9/3/21 Single Stableford – Div 1 Winner: Abby Driver 39. R/U: June Wills 36. 2nd R/U: Sylvia White 35 c/b. Div 2 Winner: Myra Dickson 41. R/U: Diane Fitzpatrick 39. 2nd R/U: Marjorie Sills 37 c/b. Div 3 Winner: Jennifer McKay 40. R/U: Leith McDonald 35. 2nd R/U: Jan Jennings 34 c/b. NTP: Hole 4 - Gwen Clutterbuck. Hole 7 - Myra Dickson. Hole 14 – Margaret Huxley. Hole 16 – Kate Wilson. Thurs 11/3/21 OPEN DAY – Sponsor: Victoria Nicholson Real Estate. Single Stroke. Div 1 Winner: Ally Smerdon from Caloundra GC 74. R/U: Jacki Arnott from Keperra Country GC 76. Melinda Koch from Caboolture GC 77c/b. Div 2 Winner: Roslyn Hynard from Caboolture GC 76

Congratulations to the winners of the Peter Sedgman Trophy & Consolation Plate for 2021. Winner Peter Sedgman Trophy – Gwen Clutterbuck (Right) Winner of the Consolation Plate Anna de Bondt (Left) c/b. R/U: Leeanne Ptak from Hedland GC 76o c/b. 2nd R/U: Diane Golmour from Hedland GC 76. Div 3 Winner: Toni Bishop from Maleny GC 69. R/U: Carolyn Mackie from Caloundra GC 74. 2nd R/U: Gabriel Holmes from Keperra Country GC 78 c/b. Best Gross Div 1: Rhondelle Ollett. Div 2: Leonie Buxton. Div 3: Vivienne Brown. Thurs 18/3/21 Single Stableford Div 1 Winner: Sandra Power 37 c/b. R/U: Lesley Heap 37 c/b. 2nd R/U: Gwen Clutterbuck 37. Div 2 Winner: Leith McDonald 37. R/U: Jennifer McKay 32. 2nd R/U: Stina Barnuff 31 c/b. NTP: Hole 4 – Ros Gardiner. Hole 7 – Carol Lobegeiger. Hole 14 – Leith McDonald. Hole 16 – Di Benghamy.

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BRIBIE ISLAND OFFSHORE FISHING REPORT MARCH 2021

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The Autumn run of Northern Bluefin Tuna (aka Longtail Tuna) is in full swing with March seeing many anglers tangling with these speedsters throughout the bay. Popular lure choices for targeting “longies” include small metal slugs in the 15g – 30g range, the halco twisty being a favourite for many anglers. Soft plastics and small stickbaits have also proven to be a productive means of getting a bite. Birds hovering and diving are an obvious way of locating schools of feeding fish but Longtail are a fast moving species that are constantly on the move, often busting up on a baitball and disappearing again before the birds have time to locate them. It pays to keep a keen eye peeled for the unique splashes and white water that are the telltale signs of a feeding Tuna school.

One of the Smaller Spanish Mackeral from this season that proved less of a challenge than the larger ones. Caught 27th of March 2021. Pelagic Hunter

While this was caught in 1770 a few years ago, this is the class of fish that’s out there now. Inside the bay amongst the Northern Bluefin have been large numbers of the lesser targeted Mackerel Tuna and Bonito, Bonito making great baits for large Spanish Mackerel but more on that later. The shallow offshore reefs have also seen large numbers of juvenileYellowfin Tuna (YFT) in plague proportions. A much more aggressive species than their cousins, these little YFT have been somewhat of an annoyance, often hitting large lures and baits intended for much larger species. The odd Skipjack Tuna has turned up on the closer offshore reefs this season aswell which is unusual as it’s typically a colder water species. Large Spanish Mackerel have finally turned up after a late start to the season. Earlier in the season saw large numbers of small fish which some anglers were able to catch on small slow trolled lures and baits but the big ones have now arrived. A larger class of fish than we’ve seen in the past couple of years these are serious predators! They’re hitting large baits and lures often launching completely out of the water up to 10m high. My preferred method of targeting these A grade table fish is on large surface lures, stickbaits and poppers. While a lot of casts and a lot of effort goes into this method the rewards of seeing these missiles launch on a surface lure and then the feeling of the rod loading up as the fish makes its re-entry are well worth the effort required! An exhilarating spectacle in anyone’s books. Mixed in with these Spanish are some quality GT’s as well which make for some great fun and a bit of excitement whether targeting them or not. If that’s not your style then the tried and

This was caught at Flinders Reef

Great Quality GT caught 28th of March 2021 also at Flinders Reef

Tiny Banger GT caught at Hutchison Shoal

true method of trolling large diving lures or large baits (such as the aforementioned Bonito) will certainly get some fillets in the freezer.

Also worth a mention are some great Snapper that have been turning up already this year indicating we might be in for a thumper Snapper season this year. As the water cools over the coming months fish numbers will only improve and it wont be long now before it’s time to bust out that shallow water Snapper gear. More on that next month.

Where are they? Cape Moreton. Look for the “pressure edges” and “current lines”, the more current the better. Around 1.5 – 2.5 knots is ideal. Find the pressure edges and watch the sounder for bait balls and the signature appearance of large mackerel, often likened to “noodles” or “spaghetti” at mid-water on the sounder. While it’s rare to find them inside the bay it has been known to happen at certain spots in our northern area. These fish will hang around for the coming months in fluctuating numbers gradually building to a peak in numbers in late winter when they will be spawning.

Tight lines, folks! Please feel free to email me if you have any question on palegic_hunter@hotmail. com or send me a photo of your catch.

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whether we are hairdressers and barbers based in a salon, working remotely or in rural areas, in multicultural or aged-care communities, or providing mobile services in people’s homes. “We are not domestic violence or elder abuse workers, we are the link, and with the correct resources and appropriate training, we can do our part.” Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Council co-Chair Kay McGrath OAM said it is important to remember that domestic and family violence goes way beyond physical abuse. “It includes the domination and control of a supposed loved one in all aspects of their life. Devastatingly, 1 in 3 Australian women are at risk of experiencing domestic violence, and every day as many

as 10 women are admitted to hospital with injuries inflicted by a family member or domestic partner,” she said. Ms McGrath said the HwH training was innovative in that it upskilled hairdressers and barbers to recognise the signs of abuse, as well as providing them with the resources to refer clients to specialist support. “While the scale of the problem seems large, if we concentrate on these small but important acts, we can all make a difference,” she said. Hairdressers and barbers who join the program will be provided with training, merchandise and resources and can sign up to become an accredited salon on the HwH website at hairdresserswithhearts. com.au

Guest Speakers – Kay McGrath, Ali King State Member for Pumicestone, Simone Obrien, Sonia Colvin, Cr Cara Cook, Lisa Curry, Faiza El-Higzi (MC of the day) and Terry Young Federal Member for Longman. By Staff Writer Mozza On Saturday the 6th March 2021 the Bribie Island RSL came alive for the launch of Hairdressers with Hearts (HWH) Online Domestic Violence (DV) Training course. Guests of honour at the launch included Kay McGrath OAM from Channel 7, Lisa Currie HWH Ambassador, Terry Young Federal MP, Ali King State MP, Brooke Savige Local Councillor and Cara Cook Brisbane City Councillor. Around 80 people gathered for the event which was promoted by the placing of a Supercar racing machine at the entrance to the RSL bearing the HWH logo. Terry Young MP said the DV issue was not about politics but that it was a scourge everyone wants gone. He said he didn’t realise the bond between a hairdresser and their client until his wife filled him in on what gets discussed during her two hour visit as opposed to his 20 minute visit to the barber. He encouraged everyone to talk to their hairdresser or barber about getting involved and pledged commonwealth support to the scheme. HwH Ambassador and domestic violence survivor Simone O’Brien said there were a number of physical, financial and emotional warning signs of which hairdressers and barbers should be aware. “The most obvious signs are generally physical such as bruises, a busted lip, black eyes, red or purple marks on the neck, hair missing, smashed phone, tenderness of the head and neck at the basin, anxiety and looking at their watch or phone continuously. Victims commonly to try to cover up the physical signs with clothing, wearing scarves or long sleeves on hot days, heavier make up or wearing sunglasses inside,” she said. “Financial signs can include extreme budgeting for hair services such as paying $100 in cash and only paying $10 on card; anxiety about how long the appointment is taking and whether the cost is increasing; many text messages about time and costs; not having access to a vehicle or bank cards. “The perpetrator may even attend the appointment, monitoring the client’s every movement; sit out the front of the salon or in the car outside; or tell the hairdresser how the victim is to have their hair done.” Simone spoke of her survival story and said we all need to make sure next generation don’t have the same problems of with DV that she has had. She encouraged us to look out for the little red flags that turn big very fast as they had when she was brutally attacked. Ali King MP welcomed the initiative on behalf of Shannon Fentiman, Minister

responsible for Queensland Women’s Week celebrations and announced a state government review into coercive control. Coercive control is the controlling behaviour which often precedes a domestic violence attack and needs to be addressed in the community. She also highlighted that the median age on Bribie is 12 years above state average making elder abuse very relevant here. Councillor Cara Cook ran the first DV law firm in Australia before becoming a Brisbane City Councillor and announced that five Brisbane City Councillors are donating $1000 each for training hairdressers using the HWH online training package. This will train 40 hairdressers and provide an example for other councils to follow. Lisa Curry shared her personal story of DV and pledged a $10 000 donation from her company Happy Healthy You. She called on the government to provide money for this initiative saying it was needed now and that victims couldn’t wait any longer. The founder of HWH, Sonia Colvin was also on hand to explain this great local initiative. She said hairdressers and barbers will play an important role in linking victims of domestic and family violence and elder abuse to potentially lifesaving resources through a new program by Hairdressers with Hearts (HwH). The non-profit organisation has launched an Australian-first training program designed to support the nation’s 67,000-plus hairdressers and barbers to utilise the sanctity of the client-hairdresser relationship to link victims who have confided in them with relevant professional services. The innovative program has been developed with the assistance and expertise of the Red Rose Foundation, Caxton Legal and the Centre Against Domestic Abuse. HwH Founder Sonia Colvin, who has already helped connect more than 200 victims with appropriate services, said sometimes going to the hairdresser was the only time a domestic violence or elder abuse victim was on their own, and able to speak safely about their situation at home. “I’ve had clients say to me ‘I don’t know why I’m telling you this’ or ‘I can’t believe I just told you all that’, and while trends may come and go in this industry, what stays the same is the unique client-hairdresser connection,” Ms Colvin said. “Hairdressers and barbers are frontline in the community, reaching people on a grassroots level, having intimate conversations with clients on a regular weekly, monthly or six weekly basis. “Our industry can make a huge difference to some of the nation’s most vulnerable,

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• cannot perform building work valued in excess of $3,300 • cannot perform building work valued at more than $3,300 • only work valued at $3,300 or less. I will be contacting all our local tradie advertisers to confirm their QBCC licences are up to date over the coming months to ensure they do have a QBCC licence, this is important to ensure you as the customer are also covered. We at the LOCAL care and want to ensure you do receive the very best of service from our LOCAL Tradies.

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Passed away 22nd March 2021 Aged 71 years Loving Husband of Maree. Much loved father of Elliot and Shannon. A Funeral service was held for Raymond on Wednesday 31st March 2021, at Albany Creek Memorial Park Crematorium.

Outgoing President David Beatson (pictured R) and incoming president Bob Briggs At the recent Annual General Meeting of The Probus Club of Bribie Island Inc, outgoing President David Beatson (pictured R) handed over the chains of office to Bob Briggs, who will take charge of the club’s operations for the next year. David spent some time praising the work of the members of his Management Committee, commenting that the task of heading up the club was made much easier by their individual contributions. Bob, with an impressive background in electrical and business management fields and a good deal of experience as a technically oriented Queensland public servant, expressed the hope that his term of office would see the club continue to prosper. The mixed club is open to men and women residing in the local area and meets at 9:15 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Bribie Island RSL. Visitors welcome. Details from David (3419-7531) or Ursula (3410-0792)

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Australian-made Digital TV Antennas, outlets & troubleshooting EPTPOS AVAILABLE - PENSIONER DISCOUNTS If I cannot fix your Problem, there will be NO CHARGE Titab Lic No: T15423 Est 20yrs 5yr Warranty

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PHONE 3408 6530 VEHICLE & CARAVAN

Bribie Island Car Detailing

IDEAL LANDSCAPING Rigid Pave Specialists • Driveways • Pool Surrounds

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John the TV Antenna Man TUNING $70.00

Boats Wanted Cash Paid Buying Now Phone Roger on 0419 756 800

Patios • Garden Edging • Irrigation Systems Retaining Walls STEVE WEBB 0405 389065 After Hours (07) 5496 1609 BSA 106 4948

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House & Garden BLINDS & AWNINGS Awnings – Blinds – Shutters – Security Screens – Louvres Phone 3408 9299

Open Monday to Thursday 9am till 5pm, Friday 9am till 3pm Saturday’s by appointment only Saturday, Sunday & public holidays closed

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Bribie Sand Gravel & Landscaping 171-173 First Avenue - Bribie Island Sand Soil & Gravel Supplies Red Mulch Now in Stock. FAX: 3408 1955

Email: bribiesandg@bigpond.com PHONE: 3408 1037

• Professional approach to customer service! • New competitive packages • Wash & Vacuum package • Mini Detail package • Full Detail Package • Free Pick up & Delivery • Pensioner Discounts • Gift Vouchers Available.

PHONE: 3408 0014

MOBILE: 0439 462 288

Bob’s Auto Repair Service

HOME AUTO REPAIR SERVICE

TEL: 34081542

Ironman 4x4 Distributor – Huge range of Ironman 4x4 products and accessories • Bull bars • Suspension Lift Kits • Log Book Servicing • Tune-Ups • New Car log book servicing • Tyres and Batteries • EFI diagnostic & repairs

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P: 0408 758 688

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