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In our last issue we published an article by Harvey Fewings in which he raised some concerns in connection with Council’s provision of funding to a local business, Moreton Bay Region Industry & Tourism (MBRIT). The CEO of Moreton Bay Regional Council, Mr Greg Chemello, reached out to us for clarification of some of the statements made in the article, to which we readily agreed in the interest of presenting a balanced view of an important issue. You can read Harvey’s response on Page 8.

Also in this issue, Alistair Gray learns of the dangers faced by Loggerhead Turtles on our beaches, Sheree Hoddinett reports on the floods and how they’ve affected us locally - including the suburb of Whitepatch being cut off from the rest of Bribie Island for nearly a week!

Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery is encouraging locals to support locals through Council’s Back a Local initiative, which as regular readers know is a sentiment very close to our hearts, and you can read his message on page 4, with more information on page 14.

There is of course a lot more good local news this issue, starting with our cover story all about Queensland’s Senior of the Year 2022, Dr Colin Dillon, who lives on Bribie Island.

We also welcome our latest contributors, Danny and Michelle of Island Fishing Supplies in Banksia Beach Shopping Village, who will be presenting their ‘Island Fishing’ report each month.

There’s something for everyone in this issue, and of course if you have something you’d like to share with other readers we’re always happy to hear from you.

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I have personally encountered a person in Col Fisher Park, who cycles with two (2) dogs repeatedly.

To this cyclist - please note that public spaces include roadways, footpaths, all parks, and walking/cycling pathways.

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Here we go again!

Our council is to spend $15 million to go into the newspaper business.

How many residents have heard of MBRIT? How heavily funded is this organization? Why does it receive so much funding from Council?

I see no evidence of it’s operations at Banksia Beach.

Council has a very poor record in funding allocation as follows •

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Total over $150 Mil A large portion of the above money has been collected from areas such as Banksia Beach, which are in dire need of funds for roadworks, park upgrades, footpaths, and amenities but are continually told that Council has no money and cries poor.

The time has come to investigate Council’s funding of projects, but the state minister for Local Government seems to be absent.

While funding is a problem, maybe the noise from helicopters will be a distraction! Why would Councilors’ vote for such objects to ruin our peace and quiet, in an A1 residential area?

Maybe the answer is because it is not in their back yard and maybe there are other reasons. Why were the objections not heard in this matter or present at discussions?

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No regard for our island’s future When are greedy businesses and developers (so-called locals) going to let up on a the old line “we need a four lane bridge so we can get our emergency vehicles off the island quickly”? Most people would be aware that it’s just another way to bring more people to the island so these people can make their money and move on with no regard for the future of the island. If peoples’ well-being was an issue to these so-called locals then an emergency lane would be the quickest way to get emergency vehicles off the island. This would give us a three lane bridge with a 24/7 emergency lane in the middle with traffic either side whilst incorporating bike and pedestrian access. Four lane bridges mean more traffic, which means more accidents, which means that will bring us right back to square one.

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Mayor Peter Flannery has a clear message for Moreton Bay Region: “Next time you pull out your wallet, think local first.”

With the recent wave of Omicron spreading throughout the region, a number of businesses have been impacted by COVID-related staff shortages, supply chain issues and loss of visitation.

In response, Moreton Bay Regional Council has launched Back a Local, a six-week community campaign kicking-off on February 16, aimed at encouraging locals to eat, drink, shop, play, spend and back a local business.

“Here in Moreton Bay, it’s in our DNA to embrace the Aussie way and look out for each other”, Mayor Flannery said.

“We might be the third largest local government in Australia, but our locals unapologetically embrace a sense of community that can rival even the smallest of towns.

“As a local resident myself, I’m pledging to back a local business whenever I can in 2022, and I’m urging the community to join the cause.

“With 29,000 businesses in the Moreton Bay Region supporting close to 140,000 jobs, I ask the community to work together as part of ‘Team Moreton Bay’, to help shape our region into Queensland’s best place to live, work and play.

“Whether it’s choosing to celebrate a special occasion at a local restaurant, engage in a professional service, or buying gift, I urge you to take a moment to consider where you’re going to spend your hard-earned dollars. By backing a local business you’re helping keep their doors open, staff employed and money in our local economy.”

Queensland’s Senior Australian of the Year Story and Picture by Alistair Gray

Col broke through the racial divide and became Australia’s first indigenous Police officer, at a time when aboriginal people were not even considered citizens, going on to shake to the core and to expose corruption of the worst kind within the Queensland Police Force. A man of selfless courage, thanks to the strong values and ethics embedded in him by his father. Col knew the difference between right and wrong, enabling him to withstand some incredible pressures, leading a life of distinction and service in our community.

The community can help spread the message by sharing social media assets on their personal and business Facebook and Instagram pages.

“Over the next six weeks, I hope to see consumers develop a greater awareness of local businesses and the huge difference their support can make to the local business owners, their staff and families.

For more information about Locals Backing Locals, visit www.moretonbay.gov.au/back-a-local.

Back a Local is an initiative of Moreton Bay Regional Council.

knew instantly that he was unique.

Standing before me was a gentle man with a warm and welcoming smile, who shaped history as a change-maker and a role model, not only for First Nations people but for all Australians.

To help residents show their support, a range of free resources are available on the Moreton Bay Regional Council website, including printable Back a Local poster.

“It’s our goal that the legacy and impacts of this campaign extend well beyond this campaign, and locals continue to back locals, well into the future.”

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Dr Colin Dillon, AM APM, an extraordinary Australian, a man of courage, solid values and high integrity, is recognised as Queensland’s Senior Australian of the year.

In life, you meet many people, but few stand out as extraordinary. I was honoured to meet Colin Dillon and

Col is a respected elder of the Kombumerri peoples and the Yugambeh nation, encompassing the Gold Coast and environs. Born in 1944 at the Nambour Hospital, he was one of eleven children, growing up in Caloundra and left school at the age of 15. Col’s father had served during the war in the Solomon Islands and found it very difficult procuring work upon his return. Life was tough in post-war Australia with rationing

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and job scarcity. Eventually his father acquired work at a sawmill in Beerwah until gaining employment as a barman in Shelly Beach at the Hotel Caloundra.

Col reflected on his father with great love and respect. His father was instrumental in embedding great values in his son through personal example, storytelling and careful father / son mentoring. Col’s father was good friends with the local Police sergeant and remarked to Col, ‘You want to grow up and be just like him’. Planting this seed gave Col a direction and purpose which would become his life in the Queensland Police Force. The values instilled in him by his father would prove to be invaluable and Col’s rock and guide throughout his career path.

At 15, Col was too young to join the Police Force, so he tried his hand as an apprentice carpenter only to discover it was not for him. In his spare time he volunteered for the Queensland Ambulance Transport Brigade, passing his first aid exams with high distinctions. A skill and experience which would prove to be beneficial as a Police Officer.

Col moved to Ipswich to work with the Post Office walking everyday past the local Police Station. One day, an elderly Police sergeant invited him to join the Police. “In those days you only had to be able to write a sentence to be accepted”, Col explained.

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of Col’s references was local member of parliament at the time, Sir Frank Nickland, Premier 1957 - 1968. The other from his local priest. Sir Frank had no hesitation in supporting Col’s application. He wished him well and told him he would be watching his career with great interest.

After a long wait Col’s application was finally accepted and he commenced training at the Petrie Terrace Police Depot. The training proved rigorous and often resulted in Col being in trouble with the drill sergeant for having two left feet. However, he continued to work hard, facing every challenge thrown his way, with many of the other recruits unable to handle the pressure and left. Sadly racism was rife, and as a result, many of the instructors worked Col extra hard.

He became despondent and thought about ‘giving up’ several times.

Despite these feelings and thoughts, he persisted and eventually his hard work and commitment proved fruitful, with a few unexpected encouraging words from one drill sergeant, giving him the determination needed to make it across the finishing line.

The ‘passing out parade’ was one of Col’s proudest days, sharing this special moment with his dad and his grandfather who travelled to witness the ceremony. As is tradition, the new Constables waited in line to be inspected by the Premier. Unfortunately, Premier Sir Frank Nickland was called away and another Minister filled4:30:11 in for 28/02/2022 PM him. As he made his way along the inspection line he stopped

in front of Col to apologise on behalf of the Premier, who wished he could have been there personally to pass on his congratulations and wish him well in his future career. It was 1965, and unknown to Col at the time, he was to be sworn in as Australia’s first indigenous Police officer. Incredible as it may sound, it was two years before indigenous Australians were considered citizens and able to be counted in the census, and ten years before the ratification of the Racial Discrimination Act. So, Col embarked on his career of distinction, finishing 36 years later as Inspector of Police, with the Australian Police Medal, commendations and enormous community respect.

Col tells the story of moving to the Licensing Branch (The Vice Squad), where he arrested SP Bookmakers.

Unbeknownst to him at the time, they were a protected species! He was approached by a fellow Officer, who offered to slip $400 every month into his pocket if he ‘looked the other way’. At the time, this was a significant amount of money. For Col this screamed against every moral fibre and value his father had instilled in him. He declined to get involved, putting himself at significant personal risk. A transfer to the Communication Branch followed a few days later.

In 1987, Col made his mark on history, when Bill Gunn, Acting Premier, called a Commission of Enquiry into ‘Possible Illegal Activities and Associated Police Misconduct’. Tony Fitzgerald, QC, headed the enquiry

which became known as the ‘Fitzgerald Enquiry’. In the early days, the investigation struggled to get traction as the unspoken rule of ‘no dobbing’ within the Police family held fast. Tony FItzgerald’s call for honest Policemen to come forward proved fruitless. Col considered this dilemma long and hard and despite great personal risk came forward to reveal all he knew. The initial two-month enquiry went on to last over two years. With Col’s evidence many corrupt Police were convicted and charged, including Police Commissioner, Sir Terence Lewis and four Ministers. The impact was significant, paving the way for many reforms in policing.

At 77, Col today leads a much quieter life serving as a community member of the Parole Board of Queensland.

He was honoured to become a Member of the Order of Australia in 2013 for his services to the indigenous community and has also received an honorary doctorate from the Queensland University of Technology.

It was a pleasure and a thrill for me to meet Colin Dillon and to share in some of the memories of this great Australian.

You can discover more of his incredible story in his book, ‘The Code of Silence’ available from Amazon or your local library. I highly recommend this inspirational read by an outstanding Bribie Islander deservedly recognised in this year’s Queensland Australian of the Year Awards.

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When the Barbarians are at the Gates: Toxic Masculinity is welcome….

And so, the priorities of this weird world of Western Democracies are challenged.

The lollipops can lay about in their lounge rooms and watch an invading force blow women and children to pieces, smash houses and apartment blocks with precision-guided missiles on the basis that they are (possibly) military targets! They can watch shuddering lines of tanks and APCs rumble along the country roads of Ukraine, driven by Russian teenagers, who are looking for "drug-addicted Nazis making nuclear weapons."

Cranky Lizard can tell you, as if you did not know, that the teenage tankers have not found any "drug-addicted Nazis making nuclear weapons" yet. And they won't find them because they are not there.

But, they found something that they did not expect They found people, young, old, male, female, who were prepared to fight.

To fight like demons possessed, to protect their homes, their farms, their villages, their lifestyle and their heritage.

And, the teenage tankers are not doing so well in the face of this determination. The Ukrainian Government issued an order that all males between the age of 18 to 60 years, or thereabouts, were banned from leaving the country and were to report to military centres where they were absorbed into the Ukrainian military and given orders to fight like hell for their country.

And, they have done, and are doing that! In doing so they have gathered the respect of much of the people of the globe, who cannot and will not accept that it is OK to roll into another country and smash it and its people to pieces.

This is simply because of the deluded ego of a megalomaniac who has concluded that he can do all this without too much pain. His name is Vladimir Putin. You all know of him; never forget him. Remember him for what he is – a murdering, deluded thug!

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Simply because no one has challenged him over the past 20 years, he has developed an overwhelming military force, which will probably prevail in Ukraine even though they shall wade to their hollow victory through fields of human blood and shattered limbs.

We shall watch this with growing anger and frustration Maybe we can take some vicarious pleasure in watching the financial castles crumble - and they shall.

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We can also remember the pathetic, mindless, gutless performance of nation-states such as Syria, Ethiopia, North Korea and a gaggle of other Russian geese as they voted to support this murdering thug. Mind you, they did not have much choice. They have been supping with the devil using short spoons for many years.

Another scenario is playing out among all of this heroism, sacrifice, head-shaking bravery, and national commitment! Around the sandstone campuses of Australian Universities, in the mansions in the hills surrounding Hollywood, in the studios of the major media fabrication outlets and in the minds of the “Twitterati” the desperate battle to remain diversified, liquified, woke, squalified, relevant and credible wobbles on…

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This mob simply cannot comprehend that nations, communities, cities and villages under threat from armoured invasion reach out to men to form the basis of their fight to defend their homes and cities.

They are not able to grasp the fact that toxic masculinity has a purpose and a place. You do not send pansies out to fight armoured columns – you send men!

This is a short version of Cranky Lizard because, as you have probably noticed, Cranky Lizard is a little bit angry about all of this, and it is likely Cranky Lizard will have to take action against the threatening tirade of verbal assaults being assembled in Cranky Lizard's quiver.

In other words, Cranky Lizard will have to sue Cranky Lizard for something !!

Nothing written here is designed to be pejorative towards the role of women in war; their courageous stories are legion and are being duplicated in Ukraine; but it is men who have copped this woke nonsense for too long.

Enjoy your days and be grateful that we still have men at the gates…

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FREE OF CHARGE In my previous article in this column, I wrote about the apparent use of ratepayer funds, allocated by the Moreton Bay Regional Council, to fund a newspaper produced by an organisation known as MBRIT (Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism Ltd).

That article raised a fair bit of comment from the community, most of which was positive, in the sense of curiosity by ratepayers as to what was happening with their money. Fair enough!

The article also raised some critical comments from a Councillor who was concerned about the accuracy of some of my remarks.

The Councillor’s concern was reflected in a letter this newspaper received from the CEO of the Moreton Bay Regional Council, Mr Greg Chemello, raising some matters which were of concern to him, and, therefore, to the Council as a whole.

This newspaper immediately sought a meeting with the CEO of the Moreton Bay Regional Council, which was arranged and duly attended by myself and the publisher of this paper, Belinda Ferguson.

Among the points of accuracy in my article raised by the Council, were my comments about the use of the phrase “Commercial-in-Confidence”.

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way for the Moreton Bay Regional Council not to release any relevant information about the use of ratepayer funds to produce the MBRIT newspaper.

I wrote those comments to be provocative; I was seeking further comment.

After some very open and constructive discussions with the CEO, Mr Chemello, I accept that the Council has some genuine contractual obligations in regard to these matters and that my comments were not correct.

Therefore, I withdraw those comments completely. I accept that the Council could, if it was able, release more information about these matters.

I also must say that I was impressed by the openness of the discussions we had with the Council – they were positive and explained why the Council has contracts with organisations such as MBRIT. So, where does all that take us?

This newspaper has maintained that it is not the existence of a newspaper launched in competition to The Local that was our problem; it was always the possibility and perception that ratepayers were partly funding that newspaper, and, if they were, they should know.

And, conversely, if they were not, they should also know.

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yet, but I am satisfied that the idea is of concern to the Council. And, in due course, that matter will also be resolved.

Simply email belinda@ islandandsurrounds.com. au to get your results and notisces published

Private enterprise is a curious beast.

Its genesis is almost entirely optimistic and its success depends on the talent, commitment, financial skills and personal flair of those involved in the enterprise.

It is the engine of democratic economies; socialist economies, authoritarian economies and dictatorial economies based on favours granted by autocrats, fail to generate the energy and brilliance of private enterprise.

And that is why this matter became of concern to this newspaper.

Competition is the soul of private enterprise; publicly-funded enterprises rip the guts out of private enterprise because there is no accountability.

If you stuff it up, just grab another handful of public money and keep spending.

Call Belinda on 0447 007 966

Time restrictions resulting from flooding, road closures and general freedom of movement prevent me from developing these themes in this article, but the matter is not over. It will remain of continuing interest for some time to come.

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I finish by complimenting the Council and its CEO, Greg Chemello, for their willingness to discuss these matters openly and positively.

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Only One in Ten Thousand Survive

Story by Alistair Gray Pictures by Diane Oxenford

There were tears in my eyes as I realised that the Loggerhead turtles, the primary turtle species nesting on Bribie Island, were on the verge of extinction. And incredibly, according to studies, only one in ten thousand hatchlings will survive and return to breed where they were born, either on Bribie Island, or other Southeast Queensland Rookies.

I recently spent over two hours with Diane Oxenford, President of BIEPA (Bribie Island Environmental Protection Association Inc), and a Bribie Island Turtle Tracker. I learned how tiny hatchlings imprint magnetic fields as they emerge from their nests in the dunes and scurry across the beach to their new marine home. It was amazing to hear how the Loggerheads travel to South America, on ocean currents, to return thirty years later to lay clutches of up to 120 eggs to continue the cycle of life.

Diane is part of a small group of dedicated environmental warriors. They cover 15 kilometres of Bribie shoreline daily to identify and monitor the local turtle nesting population from November through to April. Diane showed me pictures of the tracks the turtles leave on the beach and how turtles climb into the dunes high above the waterline, through dune grasses to lay their eggs in a small deep hole in the sand.

About sixty days later, the hatchlings break free of their shells and incredibly climb out of the nest to navigate through the dune grasses, sliding toward the beach and making their way to the waterline.

Like migratory birds, they imprint the magnetic fields to help them return to their beaches of birth approx 30 years later to lay their precious egg clutches.

hatchlings emerging from nests in the dunes, as the light appears brighter than the sea surface horizon making the turtles more vulnerable to predators, dehydration, and exhaustion. Thankfully the Moreton Bay Regional Council is working with Bribie’s Turtle Trackers to solve most of these challenges.

However, four-wheeled drive vehicles on the beaches remain a significant problem during the turtle nesting and hatching season. Those who illegally drive above the high-water level in the dunes do massive damage to the turtle hatchery.

Unfortunately, most drivers are completely unaware they have done any harm, believing that because they haven’t seen any turtles, there aren’t any there.

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Diane told the story of one 4WD owner who had been driving on the beach for five years and had never seen a turtle. He became very excited to discover a turtle laying her eggs in the dune and contacted Diane, wanting the eggs protected. This experience brought about an immediate change in the driver’s attitude and a new convert to the cause. Diane also stressed that BIEPA was not after a ban on driving on the beach but wanted drivers to keep well away from the dunes, to not disturb nesting turtles, and avoid leaving ruts in the soft sand, which prevents hatchlings from reaching the sea.

We should all be very grateful for the hard work and dedication of this small group of volunteers looking after Bribie’s turtle hatchery. They are doing a brilliant job!

“The ecosystem is finely balanced, and it is critical we all are conscious of the impact we each have on our natural environment”, Diane said.

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Beachmere residents angry at new development plans

A “Material Change of Use” application has been made on one parcel of land in Beachmere that will more than double the number of dwellings constructed.

The original Development Approval, lodged in 2016, was for a 64 small lot residential subdivision. The new application will add an additional 75 dwellings with a total, apparently, of 139 dwellings to be built.

The land, which currently floods at high tide and rain events, will need to be significantly raised, which could exacerbate existing localised flooding in surrounding areas and streets. Divergence of water away from the site would also cause additional flooding to nearby streets.

Places at both the Beachmere State School and a local Kindergarten are at near or full capacity, which means parents may miss out on places for their children at local schools and childcare.

The access to these 139 dwellings is through a small, narrow street subdivision, with a childcare centre on the corner, where Karora Road meets James Road.

Local resident objections include the additional vehicle traffic, on both Karora and James Roads, as well as on Beachmere Road, which is still awaiting upgrading.

Residents are also concerned that the high-density housing, such as that submitted, appears to be totally inconsistent with the current character of dwellings and seaside village atmosphere of the area.

Lack of green space, environmental damage and lack of parking, playgrounds and local amenities are other issues raised by Beachmere locals.

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Beachmere gets in early with Rotary Launches National federal election looming Flood Relief Appeal

Beachmere Area Network Group (BANG) will introduce sitting Federal Member for Longman, Terry Young, as the Guest Speaker at their March Forum.

With a federal election to be called at any time and to be held before the end of May, BANG has locked in sitting Federal Member for Longman, Terry Young, as the Guest Speaker at their March Forum.

Each quarter Federal, State and Local representatives are invited to meet Beachmere residents and, in an election year, these opportunities become vitally important.

The next BANG Forum will be held on Tuesday, 15 March from 6pm at the Beachmere Hub, Main St, Beachmere. More info from info@bang.org.au.

Australian charity, Rotary Australia World Community Service, has responded to the current flood emergencies with the creation of a national Flood Relief Appeal for people impacted by the February and March floods in Queensland and Northern NSW. Australians impacted by these flood events will be the beneficiaries of money raised by Flood Appeal and will be able to liaise with their local Rotary Club to advise of their needs.

financial positions,” Mr Woodward said.

Rotary Australia World Community Service has previously raised money for Bushfire and Drought affected areas and sees this disaster as just another where the network of Rotarians can step in to assist.

The fundraising campaign was launched today to support the communities in need after yet another disaster impacting Australians.

Mr Woodward said that he expects the money to help people with the things that insurance or disaster relief funds cannot replace. Whether it be helping farmers build new fences or providing food and clothing to those that have lost everything, the money raised will be crucial in helping families get back on their feet as soon as possible.

“The money raised from the Appeal will go directly and quickly to support those impacted, providing essential items and financial support where Disaster relief and Insurance claims won’t stretch,” said Rotary Australia World Community Service Ltd CEO Andrew Woodward.

Rotary Australia World Community Service is a not-for-profit charity that aims to be the leading Australian charitable organization for people’s wellbeing, supporting Rotarians and Rotary Clubs undertaking humanitarian projects in Australia and overseas.

“The number of disasters Australians have endured in the last few years in addition to the pandemic have been significant and left a lot of people in very difficult

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Feeling the Full Force of Nature

By Staff Writer Sheree Hoddinett

Properties were joined by a lake of water Rain, rain go away!

I think we were all pretty much yelling it and almost karate chopping anyone who looked even close to doing a rain dance. Watching the rage of Mother Nature impact our region, and beyond, at the end of February was confronting to say the least. She needed no extra encouragement!

No one anticipated that this weather event would unexpectedly hang around for days, hovering right above us and relentlessly unleashing torrential rain, leaving us all waiting to see what was going to happen next.

Rainfall totals reached record levels, roads cut, leaving some areas stranded, businesses inundated by water, homes flooded and sadly in some areas, lives were lost. More than 220 roads were closed across our region at the peak of the event due to flooding.

Many more were impacted by the flow and rise of water.

At White Patch, on the Island, residents found themselves cut off from civilisation when a section of road was washed away on White Patch Esplanade. Roger Small is one of 75 White Patch residents unlucky enough to find themselves hit hard by the crazy weather system and watched incredulously the progress of the road as it disappeared across the weekend.

“We could see it starting to go on the Saturday and on the Sunday we had that massive downpour and that’s when it disappeared,” Roger said. “The water was really powerful and quite incredible.”

Having lived at White Patch now for seven years, Roger said they knew the area could get wet, but what unfolded was definitely unexpected.

“That weather was unbelievable

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The outlet in Ethel drive that took the bulk of the flood water from residents in the Ethel street area of White Patch

Daisy previews her usually grassy play area! because the water came right up to our terraces around our houses,” he said. “My neighbours - there’s five of us here - it was just like a dam at the back joining all of our properties and it was just getting higher and higher. Thankfully it all just stopped and drained away within the next few hours and then we had more rain and it would come up again so it was pretty crazy. If it wasn’t for my neighbours we would have had a waterway straight into the front of our house. Everybody was digging trenches and getting the water away from the house, it was wild. We don’t really need any more rain. It was pretty stressful! You never think it’s going to happen to you but when it does…it’s crazy watching something coming up to your door, your house and possessions…that you can’t stop,

it’s pretty scary.”

Despite recent events, Roger said it doesn’t make him want to move, while having a cheeky laugh, about temporarily not being part of the ‘rest of the world’.

“All of us here in White Patch are pretty much the same type of people,” he said. “We love nature and we love the quiet. It’s just been amazing, everyone helping each other out.”

An emergency track was able to be constructed inland on February 28 to allow for the delivery of vital supplies, food and potable water. Unitywater also worked on a temporary water supply fix until a more permanent solution could be sorted.

Division 1 Councillor Brooke Savige said she was proud to see locals coming together during these tough times.

“The Bribie community is a close-knit one, and always have each other’s backs,” she said. “In fact, locals created a dedicated ‘White Patch - Emergency Group’ on Facebook to keep everyone connected. I encourage everyone to subscribe to the free MoretonAlert text service to stay abreast of developments through this emergency.”

Rainfall totals over the week 21/02 – 28/02 recorded at the following weather stations (courtesy of the Bureau of Meteorology): Bribie Island Alert – 786mm Morayfield (Petersen Road) Alert – 856mm Deception Bay Alert – 890mm Wamuran – 810.8 mm Redcliffe – 967.4mm Clontarf – 1092.2mm Godwin Beach – 689mm In Burpengary, we recorded 922.5mm

The lower part of Ethel Drive where most of the flooding occurred from our backyard rain gauge.

But there’s one thing that does happen in these situations that always leaves a lasting and beneficial impact – the community comes together.

Sandbagging stations became hives of activity, neighbours banded together to move household items and dig trenches to channel water away from homes and everyone looked out for each other. Here’s hoping we’ve seen the last of the crazy rain for the time being!

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Families to benefit from program funding support

At Bribie Respite, we exist to make a real difference in the lives of older people, people with disability and their carers. We provide a range of well-researched, effective social and development programs in a warm, community-focused setting. Striving for excellence, we are always innovating and developing new services.

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Hundreds of families across the region are set to benefit from government funding allocated towards counselling and educational programs to build supportive and safe homes. Local service provider, Encircle, will receive more than $2.8 million over the next five years to deliver a range of family and parenting programs through neighbourhood outlets which supported about 860 people last year alone.

These programs help to improve family communication, solve family problems and create a better functioning home environment. They can also assist people with issues of substance abuse, dealing with anger and emotional problems as well as overcoming past trauma.

"In this program, our experienced counsellors work with individuals, couples and families to help them improve their mental health and the wellbeing of the whole family. We are pleased to continue this important work,” CADA chief executive Holly Brennan OAM said.

Encircle chief executive Chris Staines said this service was designed to tackle the different and complex challenges that families faced.

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by Richard Lancaster

A Senior’s Lament I shared a beer the other day with my old mate, Nev Byers, who now resides in enviable splendour at beautiful Bongaree. We got to talking about a subject that is close to both our hearts. A little too close perhaps!

That’s Age! Well, after all, he’s in his seventies and I’m in my eighties, so sooner or later it was going to come up. We both agreed that although we have experienced the heat of many scorching summers and felt the icy blast of a winter or two, and that although our flesh that’s the bodywork appeared somewhat battered, our minds or the motors are still ticking over sweetly. Well, reasonably sweetly anyway!

We discussed the dangers of dementia, arthritis and a number of other ailments and diseases that we humans can suffer in our so-called ‘senior years.’ However, we steered clear of talking about neurodegenerative diseases, malignant brain aging, cardiac inflammation, and myocardial infarction, not because we didn’t understand what they were, which we didn’t, but because they sound very scary! And as the sun crept over the yardarm, it soon became time for our nanna naps! As we rose to say farewell, I remembered a poem I had once heard.

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And before the fridge so often, My poor mind is filled with doubt, Have I just put some food away?

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And there’s a time when it’s dark, And my nightcap’s on my head, I don’t know whether I’m retiring, Or just getting out of bed.

So, it’s my time for writing, There’s no need for getting sore, I may think I have written, And don’t want to be a bore.

So, remember that I love you, And wish that you were near, But now it’s nearly post time, So, I must say ‘Goodbye My Dear.’

There I stand beside the post box, With my face so very red, Instead of posting you my letter, I have opened it instead.

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A hugely successful Art Exhibition and Book Launch was held at Toorbul on Saturday 19 February, organised by the Toorbul & Donnybrook Seniors Club.

Eleven local artists exhibited their work, attracting many visitors. The exhibition included quilters (Lyn & Julie), Painters (Marie, Carmen, Joy, Tania, Bev), Illustrator (Peter), Embroiderers (Holly, Gail), Knitters & Craft (Daphne, Gail), Woodworkers (Alan) and Photographers (Judy). Two talented local musicians created an ambient atmosphere as guests and

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artists enjoyed a delicious morning tea.

During the morning volunteers from the TCDA, sold tickets in the raffle for a painting by Marie Browning. Funds raised will assist local boy, Hudson, who needs help with medical expenses. This is an ongoing effort by the Toorbul Community.

Terry Young, local Federal Member for Longman, officially opened the event, and introduced local author John Besley. Due to illness, John’s presentation regarding his five-book series ‘A Queensland Historical Saga’, was presented by video. This infor-

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Focus on the Fishy Side of Life ....says Sheree Hoddinett A spot of fishing could be the one thing that turns your day completely around.

Making a difference in the lives of others in the community is a big focus for Emma Dyson and Shane Bourne, the brains trust and dynamic duo at the helm of Fishability Queensland.

If you haven’t heard of or are unaware of what Fishability Queensland is all about, it’s a not-for-profit group that offers a range of socially inclusive fishing and outdoor recreational opportunities for those in the community who experience isolation, marginalisation and disadvantage. They encourage time out on the water in Bribie’s Pumicestone Passage, run regular fishing competitions and also offer health and well-being group programs including a men’s group organised by Shane.

With a motto of “Fish and Forget”, Fishability Queensland aims to provide their activities and programs in a way that will build the confidence and skills of participants, offer opportunities to develop lasting friendships and above all else, have fun.

With an extensive background in community work, Emma (Fishability Queensland CEO), knew the impact and power fishing could have on the wellbeing of others.

This was one of the main reasons behind getting Fishability Queensland up and running.

“While we’re out there fishing, people talk and tell us what they’re struggling with,” she said. “That’s how we identify a person that needs assistance going to an appointment, that needs assistance because they can’t pay the next bill, that needs assistance because they don’t have the right information or any advocates in the community willing to go along with them and help them. We’re also very peer focused, a lot of our participants either become staff or volunteers. Shane for example, started out as a participant and he’s now the President of the organisation.”

For Shane, Fishability Queensland has changed his life and he relishes the opportunity to see what differences he can create, especially through the men’s group.

“Guys just need that space to be in and that’s why we created that,” Shane said.

“They don’t talk unless they’re amongst other guys and that’s been proven in the

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trips we’ve taken. When I first came to Fishability Queensland, I was very selfish, I was just coming for me. I’d turn up with my support worker and fish and that’s it, I wouldn’t talk to anyone. It became very clear, very quickly, that there were a lot of other people that we had as participants that just needed someone to talk to.

That’s what I love about our community, you have others there, you don’t need to talk to them but you have an understanding and a mutual respect for each other.”

The group recently received a $5000 grant from Unitywater, which they are extremely grateful for, after losing government funding which meant they had to halve their program operations. But they won’t let anything get in the way of their mission and goal – to step in for others that are at risk of being overlooked and forgotten about.

“Our mission is for everybody - regardless of their situation. We are dedicated to making sure that everybody who is lonely and socially isolated and struggling, has a sense of community,” Emma said. “We’re very passionate about it and we want to continue to be able to help people. Even a small donation can make a big difference to a group like ours.”

Along with support from Unitywater, Fishability Queensland has received generous support from both Moreton Bay Regional Council and Member for Longman, Terry Young.

“Unitywater has funded our Fish and Respect program, which teaches safe handling techniques. The program is thriving and a big thank you goes to them,” Emma said. “We also need to say a very big thank you to Busy Fingers for granting us the funds for our new storage facility.”

Another organisation which offers a strong backing for the Bribie-based group is Holistic Horizons. They are providing lunch at the next Community Fish Off at Bongaree Jetty on March 24 starting at 10.30am.

“It’s completely free for everyone in the community who would like to come along,” Emma said. “It’s a great place to come down and meet us, even if you don’t like fishing. Come and have a sausage. It’s a really good community hub of people that come together to hold a free event.”

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There are many things that we take for granted; running water, access to food and fresh air. And the Environment is perhaps one of those things that we as humans take most for granted. Clean beaches, access to hiking trails and even our own backyards, are all aspects of nature that many of us consider a ‘right’, not a luxury. On Bribie we are fortunate enough to live by the water, with kangaroos quite literally in our streets, and beautiful local parks. A large aspect of our lives and our community is dependent on a healthy environment. However, many people do not fully understand the ongoing damage that is threatening the environment, on a local and global scale.

In efforts to raise awareness about the harm caused to the environment, international groups such as the United Nations have created, and supported, dedicated days such as World Earth Day on April 22. This day encourages everyone to not only acknowledge nature, but also to recognise what changes we can make to help preserve the environment, and more importantly what we can do to help it flourish. Although this date is weeks away, this time allows for us to begin to implement changes in our everyday lives. Many of these changes are small but are significant in helping to protect the environment.

The most important aspect of these changes is consistency. Through the continued practice of environmentally-friendly actions, we will begin to see long-lasting changes. Thus, the question is posed, what can we do?

Reusable water bottles are a simple and easy way to help cut down single use plastic purchases. Focusing on planning meals and taking prepared lunches to work and school helps reduce food wastage. Introducing and supporting recycling systems within homes, workplaces and public settings not only ensures the plastic is properly processed but also helps prevent it from ending up in our waterways. Australian supermarkets have also begun to help support more active recycling efforts, with outline and plans for safe battery disposals ensuring that the harmful objects do not end up in our general rubbish.

Living on or near Bribie also allows many opportunities to walk or cycle instead of driving. These alternatives to driving serve a dual purpose. Not only do they reduce pollution but allow us to pay better attention to our surroundings. Picking rubbish up off the ground or from the beach is another small action that holds great impact.

In making the effort to introduce these changes we are promoting a healthier environment, a cleaner community and better planet. These actions, no matter how small, display our commitment to the beautiful region we call Home. It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life. Take a moment to recognise the beauty of our backyards, think about the Passage we cross on a daily basis and consider what you can do to help protect it.

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THE ARTS WITH GABRIELLE TURNBULL

chasing his weekly provisions.

Jack and Mary became very fond of Ian, sometimes dropping off Mary’s tasty cooking to his shack. My older sisters, Polly and Kate occasionally holidayed on Bribie with our Aunt and Uncle. It was during these visits that they met Ian Fairweather and saw his paintings. Polly went on to study art and still has a letter from the great artist discussing his work.

Much has been written about the brilliant and unconventional artist, Ian Fairweather, who made Bribie Island his home for approximately the last 20 years of his turbulent life.

It was during this period and through my family, that I became connected to the great artist. This Scottish born adventurer constantly wandered the globe learning about other cultures and beliefs, yet sadly, died without knowing how important and highly valued his artistic work would be regarded by the international art world.

As previously said, my connection to Fairweather exists through my relatives. In the 1950’s my Aunt Mary and Uncle Jack Easlea, moved from Warwick, settling on Bribie Island, where they ran a shop from the front of their home. To supplement their income, Uncle Jack also established a milk run for the Island. At this time there was no bridge, so Uncle Jack would catch the first early morning barge to the mainland to collect the milk supply. Ian Fairweather became a regular at the Easlea’s shop, pur-

A life filled with dramatic adventure and unexpected obstacles saw Ian, spend periods incarcerated in POW camps, travel impoverished through China, Japan, Borneo, and Bali and sail a small hand-made raft from Darwin to Timor where, upon his arrival, was locked up by Indonesian police, eventually being deported.

After being dumped into a home for derelicts, he returned aged sixty and built his thatched hut on Bribie, giving him the solace that his creative soul had sought. Living like a hermit he produced some of his most iconic work on scrap materials salvaged from a nearby rubbish dump. He passed in the Royal Brisbane Hospital in 1974. His art is displayed in London’s Tate Gallery and many of Australia’s premier Galleries. His work is now valued in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

In 1963, he said of his work “Painting to me is something of a tightrope act; it is between representation and the other thing - whatever that is! It is difficult to keep one’s balance.”

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game, and 10 plus is an older person’s game.

At last the opportunity arose for long-standing Bongaree retailers, David and Jennie Peard, to be first in line to seize one of Bribie Island’s prime retail locations. When a local realtor relocated, David and Jennie knew this was the moment they had been waiting for. And last week, they opened the doors of their new ‘Who’s on First’ store.

With an increased focus in schools on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) activities, STEM educational games help the development of mindset, logic, coding, science, technology and strategy. These games are very diverse and develop tremendous skills and reasoning.

Some STEM games even teach children how to build a robot. Games have come a long way from the ones I had access to growing up!

This incredible games store is filled with every conceivable game, brain teaser puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, escape room games, board and card games for the kids, teenagers, adults and the whole family. As a grandparent, I was particularly interested in the STEM educational games. There is also the perfect equipment for fresh air enthusiasts with cricket sets, footballs, frisbee’s and kites to encourage all the family to enjoy our beautiful beachside location.

“We feel like we are now in the winner’s circle. After nine years across the road where we couldn’t even get a phone line into the shop. All has now changed and the future is very bright with fresh opportunities to grow our business”, David said.

After a lifetime in retail, specialising in toys and games, David has the contacts to source the very latest games and is constantly looking for new ways to grow and develop his business, having recently visited the Sydney Gift Fair.

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‘The Genius Square’ is an award-winning STEM game and one of the most popular kids games sold at ‘Who’s on First’. Genius Square is an easy to learn puzzle game that develops problem-solving skills in children over the age of six. With more than 62,000 possible solutions, involving dice, blockers and coloured shapes, it grabs the kids interest, is easy to learn and can be played solo or with family and friends.

One of our favourite card games is ‘Five Crowns’ which we bought from ‘Who’s on First’ when holidaying on Bribie over five years ago, bringing hours of entertainment, often long into the night, with our friends. This fantastic card game is similar to Rummy and can be played with two to seven players. It is easy to learn, played with five suits of cards and provides the right level of challenge to get you hooked.

So if you haven’t played, try it!

Mums, Dads and Grandparents, if you are looking for that special birthday or Christmas present, or you are looking for a new game to share with your friends in the evening, you can’t go past checking out ‘Who’s on First’, Shop 2/1 Toorbul St, Bongaree. (Opposite Scoopy’s).

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

the information they needed to help ease their minds and the Unity Water team was making sure we knew they were doing their best to get us water as fast as they could (they even took up Kevin Gould’s offer to help keep things moving on this side), and in the meantime getting us water supplies. It was a real team effort from all concerned.

The views expressed in Letters to the Editor are not necessarily those of the editor or publishers of the newspaper.

And also Brooke Savige - she is the face we know and trust in our community. She didn’t shy away from anything. Always offering to do something to make someone’s job/time/mind over here easier.

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But honestly, as a whole it was a group effort with both the professionals and the local community spirit that made the experience nothing less than an adventure to remember.

Well, wasn’t this past week an adventure?

All I can say is, people really come together when it matters most. It was like the neighbourhood awoke; meeting people I never knew existed within our community and making connections that I’m sure will last. So many people in our neighbourhood stepped up and made sure no neighbour was left unchecked.

Between the VMR, Unity Water and the Disaster Management Team at MBRC we were not forgotten about. We were being heard loud and clear, they were constantly trying to make sure our needs were being meet the best they could considering what else was going on. And they were doing their best at learning on the go and problem-solving on the move. We aren’t a small community and with so many variations of needs and requirements it wasn’t an easy job!

They weren’t just asking what things we needed physically but how we were feeling. Gary from the VMR consistently checked in with me, making sure people knew that if they needed something he would be sure to get it transported, or get people transported. Veronica from MBRC was ensuring people were getting

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A Fresh Approach to Family Law and coaches.

It is not often that you hear the words ‘kind’ and ‘calm’ when it comes to separation and divorce.

Another major difference that sets Peppermint Legal apart from ‘traditional’ law firms is how they charge. Most people get quite apprehensive when it comes to the cost of lawyers. But Rachel has taken away the fear of ‘hidden costs or nasty surprises’ by offering ‘fixed-fee’ packages.

What does this mean? Clients always know the cost for each step of their matter, which provides financial certainty about the work completed and upfront cost.

But what if there was a fresh approach to family law? A firm that is entirely dedicated to helping people stay out of court, reach agreement and find their fresh start?

Rachel Ravell is the Principal Solicitor and owner of Peppermint Legal and is passionate about bringing this new approach and experience for clients in the area.

“I started the firm because I wanted to provide clients with a completely unique experience. Separation can be one of the hardest times in your life and seeing a lawyer can be daunting. I want to make clients feel calm and supported while they go through this difficult time.”

Peppermint Legal specialises in out of court resolution options for separated couples who need to sort out their parenting, property or divorce matters in an amicable and respectful way.

“I never want a client to feel they can’t email or call for fear of being charged huge dollars for each 6-minutes of a lawyer’s time, which is the traditional way of costing legal services. I want the client to feel supported and heard.”

Rachel Ravell, Solicitor and owner of Peppermint Legal

“I find that most clients don’t actually want to fight. It’s emotionally and financially exhausting. I love helping clients use alternative processes such as mediation and collaborative practice to help reach a kind, calm and respectful resolution.”

of 2 young children, she also understands the realities and dynamics of family life, which helps when discussing solutions with clients.

Rachel has worked in the legal industry for over 14 years and has varied and unique experiences in law, including working as a Judge’s Associate and being involved in complex litigation and government policy projects. As a wife and Mum

As a certified collaborative family lawyer, she has also undertaken specialist training to help people engage in a process that allows them to separate using the help of a ‘team’ approach, which can include financial planners, counsellors

If you would like to know more or need family law help, Rachel offers a free (no obligation) 15-minute enquiry call to see if the firm can help you find your fresh start.

Rachel lives locally and offers meetings online or in-person by appointment only.

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To: The Honourable the Speaker and Members of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland The Petition of Electors of the Division of Pumicestone draws the attention of the House to the Bribie Island Bridge and the bridge’s limited capability to accommodate the steep increase in the population and visitor traffic to Bribie Island. Also with the increasing number of local and state development approvals, infrastructure has not keep pace with the demands of the Pumicestone Electorate.

Your Petitioners therefore request the House to immediately commence the process of the feasibility, design, and construction of a new Bribie Island Bridge to accommodate the pedestrian and vehicular traffic to Bribie Island. The Federal Government has made $20mil available to assist with the cost of upgrading Bribie Island Road and we request this funding be used towards this project.

If you and your friends wish to sign this petition,cut it out, complete and post to The LOCAL News, Island and surrounds, PO Box 1019, Bongaree QLD 4507.

Alternatively the completed form can be scanned and emailed as a pdf or image file to belinda@islandandsurrounds.com.au

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Bribie Cinema projectors to keep powering on An injection of federal government funding will make a big difference to operations at Bribie Cinema..

As an independent cinema operating in the struggling arts and entertainment sector, Bribie Cinema was given a boost and awarded $35,000 under Round 2 of the $20 million Supporting Cinemas’ Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods (SCREEN) Fund.

Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts, Paul Fletcher said a total of 125 independent cinemas across the country would receive a share of $7.3 million from the latest round of SCREEN Fund grants to support their resurgence from COVID-19 disruption.

“Independent cinemas are a vital component of Australia’s economic, social and cultural wellbeing, which is why we continue to provide one-off business continuity grants to support the cinemas resurgence from prolonged closures and capacity restrictions,” Minister Fletcher said. “The government has committed $17.7 million to date from the SCREEN Fund to support 200 independent cinemas across the country to keep their doors open, continue offering employment opportunities, and carry on showcasing diverse stories to entertain their communities.”

“I’m pleased to announce that Bribie Cinema has been approved for a $35,000 grant as part of the $20 million SCREEN Fund,” Mr Young said. “This funding will help them to recover from severe disruption that has largely impacted their revenue streams and work towards restoring normal operations as COVID-19 restrictions ease.”

Bribie Cinema owner Luke Warburton said he was delighted to receive the funding under the program which would help keep the projectors running.

“Though it’s getting better, we’re still not anywhere near where we were pre-Covid,” Mr Warburton said. “This funding means we’ll be able to keep operating and providing this important entertainment asset for the local community.”

SCREEN Fund applications are open until April 30 or until total funds are committed.

For more information and to check eligibility, visit: www.screenaustralia.gov.au/ funding-and-support/covid-19-support/ screen-fund

Federal Member for Longman, Terry Young, said the latest grants would allow independent cinema operators to keep providing a popular, low-cost and COVIDsafe way for people to go out and enjoy a movie as part of their local community.

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Update on signatures for a new Bribie Bridge Keep the signatures coming!

Thank you again for those people who took the time to email and mail the signatures in to me. It was great to see all lines of the signatures were completed on so many.

It’s clear the community does want to see a new bridge built. We are growing as a community, with an increase of population in this region and now an increasingly popular destination for tourists.

Once again, because of you we will keep on promoting the new Bribie Bridge campaign. We currently have 1395 signatures; issue 73 brought us 36 more.

I will continue to update you every issue with the latest total signature numbers.

Warm regards Belinda Ferguson

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A bit of fun or tempting fate?

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By staff writer Sheree Hoddinett At what point do we go past having fun and dive towards the depths of stupidity?

Well, I got to witness it firsthand one beautiful sunny Saturday a couple of weeks ago while with family and friends near the Bongaree Jetty. Now, I’m all for having a good time with mates and certainly understand those who enjoy thrill seeking adventures. But what I saw that day just left me shaking my head. I’m not talking about the usual jumping off the side of the jetty and pontoon or even running the length of the jetty and diving in at the end, that’s all a normal sight to see and most people have probably given it a go.

No, on this occasion the daredevils decided to take things up a notch. In almost Spiderman fashion, they scaled the sides

of the jetty and headed up to the very top of the roof structure. We’re talking on a really hot day too, so I’m thinking they would have felt the burn from the metal of the roof. But they weren’t up there just to sit around and chat!

I was young once too (not that I’m super old now) so I know there’s an element of temptation that lingers in the back of the mind to take things to the next level. But watching on as several young (and some not so young) men prepared to jump off the roof into the water, I couldn’t help but ‘think someone will get hurt’. Broken bones possibly being the least of their problems.

While initially you think that's their problem, it also extends to the moral side of you as an innocent bystander watching on. Why? Because in most situations, we

feel obligated to help in the event of an unfortunate accident. But ultimately, why should we? If you want to be stupid and risk your life the onus should be fully on you. However, in situations like this one, not only does it become an issue for those making the leap from a greater height, but also for the multitude of swimmers in the water below, most of them young families.

While there’s the element of danger, you’re not exactly setting a good example for the young kids watching on. You may not care now but if you make it to an age where you have children of your own, you may just change your perspective on things.

I’m not the fun police and I believe everyone deserves to enjoy themselves.

But there comes a time when you seriously need to rethink your actions, not just for you but for everyone around you. One day your moment of “fun” could end up changing the whole direction of your life.

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Qld real estate professionals buck national image perceptions Despite real estate professionals receiving low rankings in national professional image and ethics surveys, new research shows Queenslanders actually view real estate agents favourably.

In a survey commissioned by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) to better understand and address the State’s sentiment towards the industry, 74 percent of the general public described real estate agents in a positive manner.

When asked to describe Queensland real estate agents, Queenslanders chose friendliness (45%), helpfulness (44%) and accessibility (30%) as the top three attributes agents possess.

Moreover, when looking for an agent to work with, Queenslanders rated the following five factors as their single most important driver of choice out of a possible 16 options (as illustrated in graph) – trustworthy, friendly, good communicator, cost of services, and an REIQ membership.

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said the survey results show that Queensland real estate professionals were regarded in a positive way within the communities they serve.

“When you consider that Australian real estate agents don’t typically rate very well when national rankings of professional perception are released, this survey shows that Queensland agents have bucked this national trend and created a positive public image of themselves,” Ms Mercorella said.

“Due to the nature of the profession, real

estate agent conduct is constantly on display and, in Queensland, agents have demonstrated they stand out from the rest and set the benchmark for professional standards in the industry.

“That’s not to say there’s no room for improvement in our state’s sector. Through our industry training courses, seminars, events and endorsement of continuous professional development, the REIQ, as the peak body for real estate professionals, is committed to understanding and addressing weaknesses in our industry to raise the bar of professionalism even higher.”

Ms Mercorella said the peak body encouraged and promoted best practice within its membership and this standard had been recognised by the Queensland public with 1 in 2 (56%) agreeing that real estate agents who belong to an industry body are more reputable.

In fact, 68 percent of respondents said they were more likely to choose an REIQ Accredited Agency or Agent to work with.

“As a peak body should, the REIQ exists to empower real estate agents in their

endeavours to uphold the highest professional standards in the industry,” Ms Mercorella said.

“As such our members demonstrate ongoing commitment to the REIQ values of integrity, customer service, best practice conduct, and lifelong learning.

“Therefore, it’s understandable why peak body membership gives Queensland consumers greater confidence in choosing a real estate practitioner – adding an additional level of trust that’s crucial when selling or seeking management of your most valuable asset.”

Ms Mercorella said a busy sales and rental market meant real estate agents had to work even harder to maintain their reputation and uphold and enhance professional standards.

“Queensland’s real estate market has gone from strength to strength, but as a result the demands on real estate professionals have increased in line with this, meaning higher levels of enquiry from potential buyers and tenants, and greater levels of competition for listings within the industry,” she said.

“In order to operate successfully and uphold a good reputation in this fast-moving market, real estate professionals have adopted new technology, learned to work smarter and have put in more hours to ensure they can respond to large volumes of enquiry in a timely manner.

“These efforts aren’t always seen by the broader community, but the REIQ is continually heartened by the quality and integrity of professionals within our sector and membership.

“More and more Queenslanders are deciding to move to a career in real estate, and a number of our students are choosing real estate as a subsequent career, coming from a variety of professional backgrounds including lawyers, accountants, and teachers.”

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SOIL PREPARATION Dig the garden to a depth of 20cms at least two (2) weeks before planting. Then do the following: •

Spread Mushroom compost at least 1.5cms thick and dig into the soil

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On the day of planting sprinkle over some Flourish Flower and Fruit.

When the bulbs arrive in your nurseries, usually February/March, purchase, and place in the crisper of your fridge. Once the weather is cooler, usually end of March, plant out. The reason for placing the bulbs in the crisper is that this cooling process promotes good flowering. I even use ice water when I am watering my bulbs for the first few times, to make them think that the ground is cooler than it is. As you know our warm weather can continue through to May. Multi planting of bulbs in a pot will give you a fabulous array of colour.

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CARE AND STORAGE When the bulbs finish flowering DO NOT cut the foliage back, this is very important. During their growing time they store food for growth for the following year.

Some bulbs even form the flower buds for the following year at this time also.

A light feed of Blood and Bone is made at this time and weed the area well. I usually place a stake with the description of the bulb so I’m not digging around and disturbing the bulbs.

ALOE VERA (Aloe barbadensis) It has been said that Egyptian Queens, Cleopatra and Nefertiti, bathed in Aloe juice to maintain their beautiful looks.

Although, I tried the Ponds 7 days beauty plan for about 7 years, I didn’t look like Elle McPherson!

Aloe is in the lily family, like onions, garlic, and asparagus. It is a perennial and easy to grow. It has sharp sword like fleshy leaves. When the leaf is cut open is contains a jelly like substance, known as ‘xeroids’ which stops the loss of water allowing the plant to survive long periods of drought.

Easy to grow either in a pot or in the ground, this succulent will grow in full sun or part shade but will not tolerate frosts. A rich soil, good drainage and adequate water are required. No overwatering. If growing in a pot, place it in a part shade position. Tolerant of most soil types and the soil Ph can be neutral. They are drought resistant absorbing water from the air through its leaves. When removing a leaf for use, cut it at the base and if you don’t use the whole leaf wrap it in glad wrap and store in the crisper of your fridge. A true gift from Mother Nature and a great gift for a friend or family member.

AUTUMN BULBS A beautiful mass planting of bulbs is a joy to behold. A few years ago, I took a road trip to ‘Floriade’ in Canberra. On the way we stopped at Bowral. My favourite

If you do dig them up there are a couple of methods for storage. You can let them dry out for a couple of day and then place them in a shallow container cover with Peat Moss and store in a cool dry place.

The other is to dry the bulbs out well, sprinkle with Mancozeb, place in an onion bag and store in a cool dry place. Your bulbs will be kept safe ready for replanting next year.

Footnote Your local nurseries will have leaflets on garden and container depth and apart (spacing) planting of the bulbs. The label on the bulb usually has instructions, as well.

flower is the Daffodil and what I saw in these towns was inspirational. Nothing short of spectacular!

I want to inspire you, the gardener, to enjoy this Autumn and plant out some bulbs. The term bulb is given to any plant with a thick or swollen organ from which

foliage and flowers grow up and roots grow down. The term bulb covers corms, tubers, and rhizomes. All bulb-like roots have the characteristic in that they are the plant’s food storage device to be drawn on to start active growth after its season of dormancy.

Daffodils

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Apart 10cms

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Happy Gardening,

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Island Fishing

FEBRUARY FISHING REPORT By Danny & Michelle

The Local Island and Surrounds News would like to welcome and introduce Danny and Michelle from their new Bait and Tackle shop, ‘Island Fishing Supplies’ in Banksia Beach, who will be contributing to our well-read monthly local in-shore fishing report.

Unfortunately the end of 2021 and beginning of 2022 has seen a run of bad weather for boaties in our beautiful region. Regardless of this, keen anglers have managed to grab opportunities for a spot of fishing and crabbing. Campers at Mission Point have caught some nice Mangrove Jack on lightly weighted live baits such as Poddy Mullet, Garfish and Herring. Jason Thorp recently caught this beautiful specimen on a live Gar!

If you are keen to venture over to Moreton Island, Squid are plentiful! It is a case of finding the weed beds and you’ll find the Squid. They like to use weed beds as cover to ambush their prey. Drift around with Squid jigs size 2.5 or 3.0 with an orange or green pattern being the preferred colours.

Cast as far away from the boat as possible, let the Squid jigs slowly sink and then hopit back towards the boat whilst winding in the slackline. You will feel a heavy pull and usually with the larger squid, they will peel off line and put up a good fight.

Before you pull them into the boat, ensure they have shot out all the ink.

Enjoy fishing in March and remember to catch only what you need!

Danny and Michelle

Uncooperative fisher nipped with hefty fine A commercial fisher ended up in deeper water than he expected after landing himself in the Caboolture Magistrates Court over multiple offences. The man was fined $15,000 after he repeatedly failed to stop to allow Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol (QBFP) officers to inspect his vehicle and boat, did not maintain log books properly and had non-compliant nets.

The offences took place on a number of occasions, on and off the water over a period of about six months. In one instance the fisher motored away from QBFP officers on the Caboolture River throwing a number of fish overboard to avoid inspection.

The Magistrate noted the fisher’s lack of remorse, lack of cooperation with the administration of justice, disobedience to fisheries officers and disregard for the legislation protecting the resource.

Jason Thorpe with a Mangrove Jack Some very nice Flathead have been caught in the same area on soft plastic lures, using 4 inch Zman Paddle Tail Swimmerz with a ¼ ounce Jighead, of which we have a good supply in our shop. There are plenty of Grunter Bream around, preferring the live bloodworms, with a chance of catching some nice Whiting.

The stretch through Gallagher’s Gutter is proving fruitful for nice Grassy Sweetlip caught on fresh squid. Possibility of the odd Snapper as well!

Large Bream have been firing in the Canals at night, usually hiding under the pontoons, with hardy heads and white bait producing the biggest Bream.

If you are searching for a delicious feed of Mud Crabs try in the upper reaches of all creeks where some good Bucks have been caught. With nice Blue Swimmer Crabs being caught around Sandstone Point in the Channel and the Bay. Locals have fished Red Beach and Skirmish Point with great results for summer Whiting. Massive Dart have been caught in the surf on the open beaches of Woorim using bloodworms and pippies, providing great fun for anglers as they put up a good fight in the waves, being caught on light tackle.

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Boating Tips & Tricks TIDE TIMES 2022

by Roger Brown Brisbane Boat Buyers

Keeping your boat on an even keel To get the best possible ride, performance and fuel economy from your boat it’s very important that it runs on an even keel.

Small tinnies and half-cabin- style boats tend to run bow up at low speed and are slow getting up on the plane.

The change to 4-stroke outboards, which are much heavier than 2-stroke outboards, has increased boat trim and transom height issues.

The addition of a winged foil device attached to the cavitation (Cav) plate on your outboard will greatly improve your boat’s ride and handling. I would recommend the smaller two-piece foil for motors up to 30hp, and larger types such as Perma-Trim or SE 200/300 for larger outboards. Your local marine dealer will advise you on the correct size and style for your boat.

Fitting the foil is fairly easy as most brands come with stainless steel bolts and instructions. Most will require drilling four holes in the cavitation plate of your outboard.

Follow the standard rule of MEASURE AND CHECK THREE TIMES - DRILL ONCE! Apply marine grease to mounting bolt holes to avoid corrosion. If the DIY job to fit your foil seems a bit daunting, your local marine dealer will have a fully-equipped service department to fit all marine parts and accessories.

Now with the foil fitted you should find that your boat pops up on the plane quicker and keeps the bow slightly lower so it splits the waves, which gives you a much better ride in choppy water.

Before you hit the water, check all your safety gear, life jackets, flares, torches, sheet paddles, anchor and rope etc.

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QBFP first became aware of the fisher’s activities as a result of information provided via the toll-free 24-hour Fishwatch 1800 017 116 Hotline. While no conviction was recorded, the man was fined $15,000 plus costs and his nets were seized.

For information on Queensland’s fishing regulations, visit www.fisheries.qld.gov. au, call 13 25 23 or download the free ‘Qld Fishing’ app from Apple and Google app stores.

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Bribie Island Golf Club Women’s Golf results

27 January to 24 February 2022 27/1/22 Single Stroke Div 1 Winner: Desley Neilson 71, R/U: Myra Thomsen 74 c/b, 2nd R/U Magrit Pearce 74 Div 2 Winner: Lyn Beaven 72, R/U Anna de Bondt 75 c/b 2nd R/U Marg Parkinson 75 c/b Div 3 Winner: Sonia Ferrante 72, R/U: Margaret Peterson 75, 2nd R/U Angela Jordan 77 c/b NTP: Hole 4 Vivi Lloyd, Hole 7 Fitzie Jackson (Top Shot), Hole 14 Suzanne Vallely, Hole 16 Jo Malone, 2nd Shot Div 3 Hole 14 Angela Roberts 1/2/22 – Single Stableford (Guest Day – invitation only) Div 1 Winner: Suzanne Vallely 36 c/b, R/U: Kris Tomalin 36, 2nd R/U Gwen Clutterbuck 35 c/b Div 2 Winner: Marg Parkinson 36 c/b, R/U: Lyn Beavan 36 c/b, 2nd R/U Jude Dorhauer 36 Div 3 Winner: Jody Bedson 41, R/U: May Urquhart (Caboolture GC) 37, 2nd R/U: Vicki Butcher 36 c/b NTP: Hole 4 Gill Lee 292cm, Hole 7 Tricia Brown (Top Shot) 112cm, Hole 14 Dianne Hayward 152cm, Hole 16 Linda Urquhart 519cm 3/2/22 – Monthly Medal Single Stroke – Sponsor Churches of Christ Div 1 Winner: Di Benghamy 71, R/U Pauline Grooby 73, 2nd R/U Jo Malone 75 c/b NTP: Hole 4 Susie Smith, Hole 7 Maureen Bailey, Hole 14 Di Benghamy, Hole 16 Suzanne Vallely. Best Gross Di Benghamy Div 2 Winner: Tricia Brown 75, R/U Heather Croukamp 76 c/b, 2nd R/U Lauren McDonald 76 NTP: Hole 4 Gay Burnham, Hole 7 Lyn Cockerell, Hole 14 Tricia Brown. Best Gross Lauren McDonald Div 3 Winner: Vicki Lawrence 70, R/U Angela Roberts 77, 2nd R/U Yvonne Swanson 79 c/b NTP: Hole 4 Hazel McDonnell, Hole 7 Vicki Lawrence, Hole 14 Jennifer Stafford.

Best Gross Vicki Lawrence 8/2/22 – Single Stroke - Peter Sedgman & Consolation Plate 8 to qualify for Peter Sedgman and next 8 to qualify for Consolation Plate Div 1 Winner: Kate Wilson 72, R/U Suzanne Vallely 73 c/b, 2nd R/U Barbara Newcomb 73 Div 2 Winner: Ingrid Coburn 68, R/U Lyn Beaven 73, 2nd R/U Fitzie Jackson 74 c/b Div 3 Winner: Angela Roberts 74 c/b, R/U Anne Carmody 74, 2nd R/U Hazel McDonnell NTP: Hole 4 Judy Graham, Hole 7 Abby Driver, Hole 14 (Top Shot) Helena Winterflood, Hole 16 Pauline Grooby, Hole 4 Div 3 2nd Shot Yvonne Swanson Peter Sedgman Qualifiers: Ingrid Coburn, Kate Wilson, Suzanne Vallely, Barbara Newcomb, Sylvia White, Angela Roberts, Anne Carmody, Charmaine Price Consolation Plate Qualifiers: Vicki Jones, Margaret Huxley, Val Smith, Abby Driver, Christine Pronk, Lauren McDonald, Helena Winterflood, Rita de Bondt 10/2/22 Single Stableford and Peter Sedgman Quarter Final Div 1 Winner: Tricia Brown 37, R/U Mary Barbeler 36 c/b, 2nd R/U Ann Rogers 36 c/b Div 2 Winner: Gay Burnham 35, R/U Margaret Peterson 34, 2nd R/u Nadia Alott 33 c/b NTP: Hole 4 Val Smith, Hole 7 (Top Shot) Mary Barbeler, Hole 14 Linda Urquhart, Hole 16 Helena Winterflood, Hole 4 Div 3 2nd Shot Nadia Eylott Peter Sedgman Quarter Finalists: Charmaine Price, Sylvia White, Angela Robert, Kate Wilson Consolation Plate Quarter Finalists: Vicki Jones, Abby Driver, Val Smith, Helena Winterflood 15/2/22 Single Stableford and Peter

Sedgman Semi Final Div 1 Winner: Diane Fitzpatrick 37, R/U Maureen Bailey 36, 2nd R/U Barbara Newcomb 35 Div 2 Winner: Maureen McGlone 38, R/U Lauren McDonald 37, 2nd R/U Wendy Washington 36 Div 3 Winner: Margaret Peterson 38, R/U Carole McAlister 37, 2nd R/U Vicki Butcher 35 NTP: Hole 4 Abby Driver, Hole 7 (Top Shot) Abby Driver, Hole 14 Jan Jennings, Hole 16 Debra Dunn, Hole 4 Div 3 2nd Shot Jennifer Stafford Peter Sedgman Semi Finalists: Sylvia White, Kate Wilson Consolation Plate Semi Finalists: Abby Driver, Val Smith 17/2/22 – Single Stroke and Peter Sedgman Finals Div 1 Winner: Myra Thomsen 71, R/U Kris Tomalin 73 c/b, 2nd R/U Gwen Clutterbuck 73 Div 2 Winner: Mary Carruthers 76 c/b, R/U Lyn Beaven 76 c/b, 2nd R/U Gay Burnham 76 Div 3 Winner: Carol McAlister 76 c/b, R/U Jennifer Stafford 76, 2nd R/U Jennifer McKay 77 NTP: Hole 4 Di Benghamy, Hole 7 Sonia Ferrante, Hole 14 (Top Shot) Gwen Clutterbuck, Hole 16 Myra Thomsen, Hole 4 Div 3 2nd Shot Sonia Ferrante The Peter Sedgman Trophy and Consolation Plate commenced on Tuesday 8 February with a qualifying stroke round.

The top 8 qualifiers to compete in Handicap Match Play for the Trophy and the next 8 qualifiers to compete for the Plate.

The quarterfinals, semi-finals and finals were hard fought over the following Thursday 10, Tuesday 15 and Thursday 17 February. The Winner of the Peter Sedgman Trophy is Sylvia White from Kate Wilson, and the winner of the Peter Sedgman Consolation Plate is Val Miller from Abby Driver. Congratulations to all the qualifiers and for the great sporting attitude towards participating in Match Play.

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Seven print media advertising mistakes small business owners should avoid Story and Picture from Alistair Gray

Some of the seventeen flyers and catalogues received through our letterbox in one day.

Some people say print media is dead and that it is more cost-effective to use social media, content marketing and the likes of Google ads to market your product or service. Yet, why does Google use postcards very effectively as part of their marketing mix? Because it is very targeted and effective at cutting through and getting results.

If you are in business and have a website, you will have seen the $100/$200 ad offer.

It is effective because it speaks to you as a business owner, immediately gets your attention, sparks your interest, has an irresistible offer and has a call to action to buy now. For Google, these postcard offers are very profitable, considering the lifetime value of the targeted customer and is an excellent deal for the small business customer. It is a win/win for both. In other words, once Google has landed you as a client, they can market to you online at no cost and offer a range of their other products and services.

When you compare the Google approach to acquiring customers to the ‘dump and drop’ approach of the flyer and catalogue marketers, you have to wonder how effective they are. I am not anti-catalogues and flyers as they can be very effective in specific marketplaces. However, we recently had seventeen catalogues wrapped in a rubber band dropped at our place. The quantum of the drop must immediately be a disincentive to any consumer. And easy to bin without even a glance. That aside, there were catalogues from businesses not even on Bribie Island or the immediate surrounding catchment. So much for the targeting of the offer. But, then, in many cases, the Peter Sedgman Trophy Kate Wilson R/U Silvia White Winner offers in the ads were so weak they wouldn’t turn your head. And, in most cases, no firm

offer to get you as a customer and into their database.

Effective advertising is a complex subject, and there is little room here to cover the topic adequately. However, after years of working with small businesses, here are some of the standout costly mistakes small business owners make with their print advertising: 1.

Abby Driver R/U Val Miller Winner Peter Sedgman Consolation Plate

Using your business name as the headline – One of the biggest mistakes business owners make. Your potential business customer doesn’t buy your business name and could not care less what it is. They are only interested in what you can do for them. The top of the ad belongs to a headline, usually an offer. The headline is where you must get the prospect’s attention. Fail in this, and you will lose them. Don’t forget your prospective customer is usually a skimmer, and if nothing smacks the

prospect in the eye, they will turn the page, and you will lose them.

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Not leading any advertisement with your most significant benefit or offer -The headline should be the biggest benefit or reason someone should do business with you. The headline should be what a customer gets (the benefit), not what you sell. For example, for a restaurant, it could be a Free Meal, Free Dessert, Free Glass of Wine. Offers have many purposes but are usually used to acquire new customers to bring them into your marketing system. Offers that are time-bounded will generate better responses.

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Ads that do not call out and get the target customer’s attention – A roofing contractor looking to do roof restorations may currently use his business name, ‘Fred’s Roof Repairs’, as the headline in his ad. Instead, Fred could replace it with a headline like “Attention Home Owners with leaky, old and dull roofs. We will make yours like new!”

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Ads that do not give customers a reason to do business with you - You have created a strong offer and reasons which reinforce your core offer and make it more attractive for a customer to do business with you free parking, guarantees, the business story, awards, signature dishes if a restaurant, pictures of customers using your service, etc.

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Ads with no specific call to action - Make sure you specifically tell a customer what to do to buy your product or service. For example, call an 1800 number, scan a QR code, go to a website, book an appointment, request a consultation, etc.

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Not knowing the cost of acquiring a customer and the lifetime value of your ideal customer - With this information, you can unashamedly ‘bribe’ a customer to do business with you and create outrageous offers that will differentiate you from the competition. But, conversely, you will also know if an offer is unviable.

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Advertising without measuring the results of your advertising campaign – If the advertisement generates a return (i.e. the income generated exceeds the cost of the ad), do more of it. If you are not getting a return, then stop it. If you don’t measure the response, how can you tell whether the promotion is effective or not?

The simple rule is Measure! Measure!

Measure everything!

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Joan Elizabeth O'BRIEN (nee Tench) Long Time Resident of Bongaree

Artist, Mother, Poetic & Writer of Bribie Island, Macleay Island and in recent years Gin Gin & Hervey Bay.

12 November 1930 – 10 February 2022

4 December 1923 – 5 February 2022

Loving wife of Tom (dec).

Well loved by her friends and her Melbourne family.

Always welcoming to everyone. Joan loved living on the Island and was an active participant in local groups.

She had a passion for Bribie's environment, particularly its birds.

RIP Aunty Joan

Dearly loved Mother, Grandmother & Great Grandmother, Stepmother, Foster Mother & wonderful loyal friend to so many.

We will miss her; we will always love her & we wish we could have had her a lot longer.

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MORETON BAY GARAGE DOORS Call the Garage Door Specialists for:-

Ph: 0498 110 530

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MOBILE CARAVAN REPAIRS & CARAVAN GAS Caravans • Pop Tops • Motor Homes • Gas Certificates • Testing and Repairs • Servicing and Repairs • Installing 12V Accessories • Heating and more

PH: 0422 033 309

Steve’S

GARDEN EDGING Continuous garden edging small concrete jobs

Over 17 yrs Contact Steve experience mob : 0477 072 498 ABN 95 086 879 944

email : stevesgardenedging@gmail.com

CALL GREG 0417 768 887

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Free Quotes Local to our region General Pest Control Termite Inspection & Termite Treatment • Bed Bugs or Flea

IDEAL LANDSCAPING

Rigid Pave Specialists • Driveways • Pool Surrounds Patios • Garden Edging • Irrigation Systems Retaining Walls STEVE WEBB 0405 389065 After Hours (07) 5496 1609 BSA 106 4948 1064948 Structural Landscaping / (Trade)/Jobs Under $3,300 LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE

We care for you & your home.

Call us for all your pest control needs

ABN: 55 607 437 853 Lic No: PMT-0-13239

07 3408 8088

P.O. Box 812 0428 533 439 Bribie Island Barry & Angela Garlick Qld. 4507 www.bribiebugbusters.com.au info@bribiebugbusters.com.au

Tree removal Stump grinding Landscaping/make overs Turfing Top soiling Rubbish removal

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Lawn mowing Ride on Mower Hedging Lawn treatment Weed treatment for lawns

All our pesticides are natural, Pyrethrum based products.

Local family owned & operated since 1998.

www.cpestcontrol.com.au

* Tree removal *Trimming & Pruning *Palm cleaning and removal *Stump Grinding 20 yrs experience

Full insurance

34086877 / 0409727471 Lic #: 88053

Our services: renovations • new builds • lighting• power • switchboard upgrades • hot water systems • installation of appliances • nuisance tripping of RCD's • insurance compliance • solar installations and maintenance • smoke alarms

Local to Bribie • 24 hour call out Contact us for a free quote utselectrics@gmail.com www.utselectrical.com.au www.facebook.com/utselectrics Phone David: 0424 006 641

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Call Belinda on 0447 007 966

ants ticks fleas spiders rodents termites bedbugs lawn bugs cockroaches

All Household Pests Controlled Guaranteed.

• House Inspections • Termite specialists • Thermal Imaging • Fully Insured • Free Quotes • Rodent, Bird & Possum Management

Discount rates for treelopping Free quotes

We treat

Complete Pest Control

ACE yard services • • • • • •

• Bond Exits • Bees & Wasps Management • Residential, Commercial & Body Corporate

Bribie Bug Busters

LANDSCAPING & GARDEN

Call Daniel for your free quote on 0403 094 212

ELECTRICIANS

Jobs Under $3300

GARDEN EDGING

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PEST CONTROL

www.garagedoorsqld.com.au info@moretonbaygaragedoors.com.au

Trevor Holman Carpenters Maintenance & Handyman Work • Full Aspect Carpentry • Repair termite Damage • Minor tiling, Platsering, Painting & Fencing • Pergolas & Decks • Refits of Fittings & Fixtures • Replacement of Doors, Locks, Bathroom Renos •Specialising in Renewing & Beautifying of Homes • 27 Years Experience • Fully Insured & Licensed • Pension Discounts • Flatpack Specialists BSA Lic 1041878 ABN

Call D - 0408 289 050 Ron - 0413 067 130 email: zolgher.17@bigpond.com

• No-obligation Quotes • Door replacement and repair • AUTOMATIC OPENERS SUPPLIED AND FITTED,INCLUDING COMPLIMENTARY SERVICE OF DOOR. QBCC License no. 1186213

CARPENTERS

Ph. Trevor 0414 396 970

• Old school professionals and we take pride in our work.

• Our aim is to look after the needs of our customers at all cost.

• 70 YEARS EXPERIENCE BETWEEN US. • Clean and Friendly Tradesmen.

All jobs worth • Full Insurance with Abn

HOWS YOUR GARAGE DOOR?

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PHONE 54988517

- General Pest Control - Termite Management - Discounts For Multiple Services Booked - Termite & Pre Purchase Inspections - Residential & Commercial LICENSED & INSURED. ALL WORK GUARANTEED.

Good rates and UNBEATABLE service.

PLUMBING / GAS SERVICES

BRIBIE ISLAND

PLUMBING

& DRAINAGE

0459 920 801 QBCC lic. 1317475

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WATER BORES

DOWNUNDER WATER BORES

RENOVATIONS

BATHROOM AND KITCHEN RENOVATIONS 35 Years experience.

Qualified Carpenter & Cabinet Maker.

All Trades supplied. QBCC Lic# 12171746

BOAT & MARINE

Brisbane Boat Buyers

Sand spear installations Sand spear repairs & refurbishment Irrigation installations Irrigation repairs Bore stain removal Pump sales and repairs

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

www.downunderwaterbores.com.au dfservices@outlook.com.au

FUNERAL SERVICES

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PHONE MARK ON 0408 741 746

Professional Services

OUTDOOR AREA RESTORATION SPECIALISTS

Cleaning CLEANERS

Driveways, Outdoor Entertainment Patios & Pool Areas

Bribie Dazzler Cleaning Service

Repair Cracks • Over 45 colours to suit any driveway or pool area • Clear Seal for all pebble driveways • Bribie Local since 2002 Free Quotes ABN 17 941 156 090

Phone 0438 708 830

Professional Services

New Spear Inspections are absolutely Free so call us today

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DOMESTIC CLEANING BOND CLEANS DEEP CLEANS DE-CLUTTERING/LAUNDRY SERVICE

POOL MAINTENANCE

AQUANEO POOL STORE

Call today to book Office: 0434 407 222

ABN 71 326 381 155

TEL: 1300 279 502 Email – Info@aquaneo.com.au Web: www.aquaneo.com.au

AQUANEO

STORE ONLINE

ROOFING

LOW COST ROOFING

FREE QUOTES ALL WORK GUARANTEED Bribie Owned Business

QBCC Lic 1191242

TOTAL ROOF SOLUTIONS Ph: 1300 137 641

NORTHSIDE ROOFING

QBCC License No. 40217

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POOLWERX SHOP & MOBILE SERVICE Computerised water testing Water & Energy efficient products Safety inspections and handovers Equipment repairs & Installation

Shop2, 122 Goodwin Drive Bongaree 07 3408 3566

We make moving ...EASY HOUSE CLEANING

Epoxy Seamless Flake Floors

Phone Justin Now REMOVALS & PHONE: 0410 326 376 www.ajsmartmove.com.au STORAGE “Serving our local community for 23years”

Garage Floors, Outdoor Entertainment Floors Pool Areas & Driveways Decorative, durable, Hygienic & very easy to maintain • Natural finishes •Huge range of colours to suite any colour scheme •Stone or Marble look ABN 17 941 156 090

Phone 0438 708 830

TELEVISION ANTENNA

John the TV Antenna Man TUNING $70.00

jobs under $3,300

0401 646 828

TILING AND WATERPROOFING

Adonai Tiling

Quality People - Quality Work

& Waterproofing

Waterproofing, Main Floors, Bathrooms, Feature Walls, Pool Areas, Reno's, New Homes, Qualified & Licensed Industrial or Private Work.

Tiler & Waterproofer Ask us about Tile Injection.

20 YEARS EXPERIENCE Long Time Bribie Resident.

ABN 19 592 853 723 adonai.tiling@gmail.com FB@adonai.tiling

CALL BRIAN: 0416 158 824

WINDOW TINTING CHANNI’S WINDOW TINTING Serving Bribie & Surrounds since 1999 Window Tinting: Car, Home, Office - Reduce heat, glare and UV Frosting: Plain & Decorative Signwriting: Vehicles, Shops, Offices

Phone 0410 508 468

PHONE 3408 6530

TV Antenna Specialists • New Installs & Repairs ABN No. 79938505659

Gutters Cleaned

Broken Tiles Replaced

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

CARPET CLEANING

TILED ROOF REPAIRS Leaking Roofs • Repointing Flexi • Whirly Birds Pension discount 30% • 35 Years’ Experience • 10 Year Guarantee

Shop Online for free home delivery or drop into our warehouse store on 179-181 First Ave. Bongaree.

REMOVALS AND STORAGE

3888 2001

www.northsideroofingdirect.com.au

Pool services Free Pool water testing Pool & Spa Chemical suppliers Pool & Spa Equipment Suppliers Large stock of spare parts.

Call Belinda on 0447 007 966

All metal roofing & accessories New Roof Installs Re-roof Installs Supply & install or www.northsideroofing.com.au supply only

“Shop Online”

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Bribie Family owned and operated for over 20 years

• Carpet Cleaning • Pest Management

Call Craig on 3410 0001

COMPUTER SERVICES & SUPPLIES

PHONE:3408 6421

Laptop Parts Computer Repairs & Sales New Printers, Ink & Toner Cartridges and Refills

Paul Lahey 0411 638 122 tvantennas4u@gmail.com 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

10% Off Mention this ad

• Insurance Work • Extra Outlets • Internet Outlets • TV Mounting & Tuning • Pensioner Discount

We will beat any written quote!

Bob’s Auto Repair Service

Celebrating 21 years in Business- Bribie’s most trusted Computer store.

Cnr Benabrow Ave. and Warana Ave, Bellara

HOME AUTO REPAIR SERVICE

TEL: 34081542

• Bull bars • Suspension Lift Kits • Log Book Servicing • Tune-Ups • New Car log book servicing • Tyres and Batteries • EFI diagnostic & repairs

CARAVAN SALES

CARAVANS WE BUY, SELL AND CONSIGN

P: 0408 758 688

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