The Everton Echo - July 2021

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LOCAL BOOK FAIR IS BACK IN TOWN! Author Naomi EcclesSmith is excited to share her novels with local book lovers at the Omega Writers Book Fair on Saturday 31st July in Everton Hills.

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Everton Park High Turns 60!

An update from the Enoggera & Districts Historical Society Inc. By Andrew McMicking, President

New Car Park for The Prince Charles Hospital

A new publicly owned carpark is coming to The Prince Charles Hospital!

The Society would like to send a special 'shout out' this month to the wonderful Everton Park State High School – which turns 60 years young in 2021!

The school was originally gazetted in September 1960 as the Stafford State High School. It was renamed in December that year to Everton Park State High School and opened to students – at its location on Stafford Road – on 23 January 1961.

Over the years the school has been home to some notable students, including Oscar winner and former Australian of the Year, Geoffrey Rush, rugby league identities Paul Vautin and Adrian Lam, professional squash players Michelle and Rodney Martin, and former bass player with the Masters Apprentices and John Farnham manager, Glenn Wheatley.

On Saturday, 31st July the school will have its official 60th anniversary celebrations (see advertisement on page 6). For more information about the Enoggera and Districts Historical Society visit www.enoggerahistory.org

The 2021 Queensland Budget confirms that funding has been secured and planning works will begin in this financial year.

This carpark is expected to finish construction and open in 2023, supporting 248 local jobs. At the time of going to press, the number of parking spaces and exact location is yet to be determined.

Visiting the hospital for treatment or to see a sick or injured loved one is stressful enough, let alone having to worry about paying large amounts for parking or trying to find a carpark in the busy area. It is great news to hear that under the new system, parking costs will reduce from $22 for stays longer than two hours, to $13 for stays longer than six hours.

New Library for Everton Park!

Have you heard? Under the 2021/22 Budget, Brisbane City Council has announced the delivery of a new library for Everton Park. Stay tuned for further news in our upcoming editions of The Everton Echo!

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Photo’s Of The Month

Local resident Lyn Matthews captured the beautiful sunset perfectly on a recent evening in Everton Park!

This was photo was supplied by Lynette Sims from Keperra (pictured in red on back of bike). The photo was taken at Elkhorn Street, Enoggera, in 1962. Back then, the streets were still dirt and the kids in the street used to race down the hill on their go carts and bikes - things where so simple back then.

If you have an image you would like to send in for our ‘Photo of the Month’ section, please email it through to admin@ echo-news.com.au. We are welcoming submissions from all genres, from happy snaps to historical pictures to spectacular images. So whatever your interpretation is of what makes a top notch photo, we want to see it!

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Dear Editor, In coming months, our 93 state MPs will vote on a proposed law to introduce voluntary assisted dying (VAD).

The state government asked the independent and expert Queensland Law Reform Commission to draft a VAD Bill which has now been released and will soon be the subject of scrutiny and feedback by the parliamentary Health Committee before being debated by MPs in September.

The QLRC’s report and draft Bill mark a milestone in the long and hard battle to secure VAD laws for Queenslanders.

Many people involved with Dying With Dignity Queensland have waged this fight for more than 30 years.

Many of them could have benefited from a VAD law but have died long before seeing the latest positive developments in the law reform process. As we continue to push for VAD laws we should remember them.

VAD laws have been passed in Victoria, Western Australia, and Tasmania, and already operate in many places overseas.

But there is no guarantee the Queensland Bill will succeed.

So all Queenslanders wanting a better choice at the end of life must let their local MP know that they are expecting them to vote for VAD. While MPs will have a conscience vote on the VAD Bill, they should remember that the Bill is not about them.

It is about giving terminally ill people or those dying from a neurological condition a voluntary choice to end their intolerable suffering.

Voluntary assisted dying will not result in a single extra death but it will mean a lot less suffering.

If anyone wants to support our fight, I urge them to visit www.dwdq.org.au or phone 1300 733 818.

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Bookworms Rejoice At Upcoming Book Fair

Enjoy a rare opportunity to browse and buy personally autographed books by local authors at the Omega Writers Book Fair on Saturday 31st July.

There will be a wide range of book genres on offer from children's and young adult books to adult fiction and non fiction to biography, memoir and so much more! Author readings, door prizes, a short story contest and a treasure hunt will also

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be available on the day along with workshops and advice on marketing and promotion for writers.

The book fair will take place from 1am-2.30pm at the Hills Church, 79 Queens Road, Everton Hills. The event is free to attend and browse, however there are optional workshops that cost $20 and include a $5 voucher to be spent at the fair.

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Help out a Scout

An update from the Enoggera Scout Group Scouts provides boys and girls aged 5 to 25 with fun and challenging opportunities to grow through adventure.

We help develop skills in young people such as leadership, teamwork, problem solving and communication from the age of 5 years old.

So, you like the idea of Scouts, but aren’t sure you can help us much. Think again. Here’s just a few ways you can help us to make a difference in the lives of young Queenslanders: Support our recycling program Recycle and help support your local Enoggera Scout Group. The 10c a container from the ‘Containers for Change’ initiative helps fund scouting activities. Bring your refundable, recyclable containers to the Enoggera Scout Den or we can come and collect from you. To organise a pick up, SPECIAL OFFER! Menu highlights include Wagyu email recycle.enogerrascouts@gmail.com Our bins are Mention “Winter open for business!

Savoury Mince, Siracha Fried Warmers” and Donate your time receive 10% off Chicken Waffle and Caramilk Scouting provides adults with an opportunity to lead and gain your bill. satisfaction working with young people and other adults; to lattes and hot chocolates. make a direct positive impact on your local community and on the lives of young people. Why let the kids have all the Everton Park Plaza, adventures? Join in by becoming a Scout Leader. Training is 791 Stafford Rd, Everton Park provided and is nationally accredited.

Donate your goods/services Ph: 3855 5098 We are always on the lookout for ways to support our group.

PROUDLY LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED! Everton Park So if you have a business and are keen to give back, please get in touch, as we would love to hear from you. It could be anything – you’d be surprised • Your local resident what we can use! painting company • Servicing Brisbane’s Hire our hall northside for over 10yrs We have a lovely heritagelisted hall at 61 Hurdcotte • All domestic & commercial works Street, Enoggera, which is available for hire. It best suits • Professional & friendly regular hirers for classes. Any staff money raised through this goes • Quality materials & to support our scout activities. tools used Help on the horizon If you think you can help us Platinum Painters is in any of these ways (or even owner operated & we some others we haven’t even have no subcontractors thought of), please contact us by email at contact@ enoggera.scoutsqld.com. au or call 0439 677 755.

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Keperra Country Golf Club and Just Better Care announce Partnership

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Keperra Country Golf Club (KCGC) has announced a new partnership with Gaythorne-based Just Better Care Brisbane North as part of the Club’s recently launched initiative to connect with the local business community.

Just Better Care Brisbane North, founded in 2015 by Managing Director and dual franchise owner Susanne Jones, provides aged care home support services and disability support while operating under the umbrella of global entity Caring Brands International.

Ms Jones said as a relatively new business in the region, she was delighted to be partnering with the club, which has a 90year history of community reach and engagement.

“I’ve been working to establish strong community connections with organisations like Keperra Country Golf Club which share the values that I embrace and the same outlook in terms of providing education, collaboration and giving back to the community, as the Club does through its charity contributions,” she said.

“It’s a very natural evolution for us and we are very excited to be able to have this opportunity.”

KCGC General Manager Gavin Lawrence said, “The Club is thrilled to be partnering with Just Better Care Brisbane North, which is part of one of Australia’s largest accredited providers of in-home aged care and disability support.

“With their focus on delivering community education and delivering quality outcomes for their clients we believe

KCGC General Manager Gavin Lawrence with Managing Director of Just Better Care Brisbane North, Susanne Jones, they are an ideal partner, and we are fortunate to have them operating within our local community.”

Just Better Care Brisbane North has come on board as a Major Partner, one of four levels of Club partnerships available.

The Club has also welcomed three Supporting Partners -- longtime supporter Everton Engineering, mobile physiotherapy business Your Physio, and leisure and lifestyle benefits program provider QRI Lifestyle.

Mr Lawrence said with so many people affected by COVID-19, the Club’s partnership initiative was a way to help local businesses as they reactivate and provide opportunities for them to let the community know about their services.

Golf’s national governing body, Golf Australia, has reported substantial growth in the game’s popularity over the past year, with increases nationwide in club memberships and in the numbers of newcomers taking to courses.

The Keperra Club, which has experienced this surge, facilitates more than 90,000 golf rounds each year and is home to more than 1400 members, many of whom live locally.

Limited opportunities remain to take up sponsorship packages, with the Club in negotiations with a number of businesses.

To find out more about the Club’s exciting offerings, please contact Michael Dash on marketing@keperragolf.com.au or call 3355 7744.

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Second Show for The Power of 2021 set to take off! Literacy Framework

Growl Theatre is currently in rehearsals for Boeing Boeing, their second show for 2021.

Directed by Charles Langford and Brendan James, who return to the directors chair following the sold out production of Suddenly Last Summer in 2020. Tickets are already selling, so book soon to avoid missing out.

Boeing-Boeing is a classic farce written by the French playwright Marc Camoletti. The English language adaptation, translated by Beverley Cross, was first staged in London at the Apollo Theatre in 1962, and ran for seven years. It was then revived in 2007 in London, and on Broadway in 2008, which won the Tony Award that year for Best Revival of a Play!

SYNOPSIS: In this door-slamming comedy, an architect living in Paris has been successfully juggling three flight attendant fiancées with his housekeeper reluctantly playing romantic air-traffic controller as they fly in and out of his swank bachelor pad. But when an old school pal visits, things get rather turbulent. Schedules change, flights are delayed and chaos ensues in this whirl of mayhem and matchmaking.

The play will be performed from 13th to 28th August.

Commencing at 7.30pm on Friday and Saturdays, Sunday matinee is at 2pm at the Windsor School of Arts, 381 Lutwyche Road, Windsor.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $17 for concession card holders and $15 per person for groups of six or more. Book online to secure your tickets or email boxoffice@growltheatre.org.au To keep up to date with developments follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/growltheatrecompany

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Mitchelton State High School has implemented a new Literacy program developed by their dedicated Literacy Coaches to expand student vocabulary and improve writing skills.

During literacy lessons, students have the opportunity to participate in targeted and data-informed activities in the newly built library.

In addition, the Literacy Coaches at Mitchelton SHS actively support staff and students in embedding the Write That Essay (WTE) program, as well as supporting essential learning experiences that improve overall literacy.

WTE provides writing programs to schools to assist teachers and students with improving writing outcomes. WTE was developed to improve key writing skills students require to excel in tertiary education.

The Literacy Coaches at Mitchie High provide guidance, expertise and professional development to staff to expand practices which have ultimately improved student outcomes.

This program is encouraging and providing students with an exciting and engaging approach to reading and writing tasks, evidently shown by a positive and enthusiastic staff and student uptake.

Through the use of Write That Essay and the support from Literacy Coaches, the results at Mitchelton State High School have improved to an average of 90% A-C across Year 7-10.

For more information about Mitchelton State High School visit https://mitcheltonshs.eq.edu.au

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Bumps & Beyond Preparing for Birth | Bringing Baby Home

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This class covers all aspects of labour and birth, such as physical structures of mother & baby all the way to baby care immediately following birth. This class is ideal for couples wishing to be informed and prepared for labour and birth and is designed to be attended early in the third trimester.

This small group class will run monthly from 9am to 4pm on a Sunday (including an hour break for lunch).

Bringing Baby Home

This session focuses on caring for your baby from birth to six weeks old. Asha covers what happens immediately after birth and what to expect when bringing baby home.

She also focuses on feeding, bathing, sleeping and settling your baby in addition to important things like cord, skin and nail care. This class is great for discussing Mum’s physical and emotional health, as well as Dad’s role in the weeks following birth.

This group is held monthly on a weeknight from 5pm to 7:30pm.

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TAX TIME TIPS

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It is that time of year where we again turn our focus to doing our dreaded tax returns!

If you still have outstanding returns to lodge, please get them done as we have seen in recent weeks the ATO really ramp up activity and following up on outstanding lodgements and outstanding debts. It pays to be compliant.

Many individuals choose to do their own returns which is fine, however there is always a risk that the deductions claimed are incorrect or not claimed at all. Briefly to claim a deduction for a work-related expense: • You must have spent the money yourself and not been reimbursed.

• The expenses must directly relate to earning your income.

• You must have a record to prove it (usually a receipt).

If the expense was for both work and private purposes, you only claim a deduction for the work-related part.

Work expenses your employer reimburses you for are not deductible. Keep track of the hours you work from home (if you are required to do so), as the COVID short cut rate of 80c per hour has been extended to include this financial year, however you must be able to substantiate the hours you claim.

For sole traders, companies, trusts etc the principles are the same; the cost must have been incurred to produce assessable income. It can be a minefield, and if you get it wrong, it can be costly. Accountants fees are tax deductible, so it is worthwhile getting advice.

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Limitless Facets to Lapidary News from The Mitchelton and Districts Gem Club

There are many aspects to the Lapidary hobby. If someone joins a Lapidary Club they will be amazed at the branches of the hobby which they can be involved in.

Firstly, there is cabochon cutting. This can be either to create a collection of cabochons of various material and sizes or fit the cut stones into ready made jewellery pieces. These ‘findings’, as they are called, come in standard sizes such as 30x40mm and 30x22mm and are available in gold and silver. There is also the option of making your own jewellery from silver wire and silver plate.

Then there is slicing collected stones. If they are suitable, polishing the faces of the stones to form a collection. Stone halves need to be perfectly flat and smooth in order to then be polished. Depending on the size of the cut stone, they are generally ground down with silicon carbide grit, starting off with coarse and ending up with fine before being polished on a leather buff with polishing powder.

There is also ‘tumbling,’ which are small stones in a barrel with added water and silicon carbide grit. Generally, these barrels are composed of a hard material, like poly, and of at least a 20cm diameter. The barrels rotate on a set of rollers and need to be continuously going for weeks at a time in order to grind the stones smooth. It is advisable to pre-shape your stone to the desired shape you wish the end product to be.

Next month we will discuss other aspects of the Lapidary Hobby which you may be interested in.

The Mitchelton and Districts Gem Club has its clubrooms located at 46 Ferneydell Street, Ashgrove and is open every Thursday from 9am to noon for cutting and polishing rocks and from noon to 3pm for silverwork. It is also open on Saturday from 1pm to 4pm. The Club caters for Gemstone enthusiasts in the North Western region of Brisbane.

However, if you feel this type of hobby interests you, do not hesitate to get in touch with John on 3351 1038 who will be only too happy to have a chat to you about the workings of the Club.

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MEN in Business

Showcasing some of the talented males in the workforce from around our local area Small business is vibrant in north west Brisbane and surrounding suburbs. New businesses are popping up all the time, driven by inspirational locals.

Business Fast Fact

Much like the ‘Women in Business’ feature that was showcased in the June issue of The Everton Echo, in this feature, we celebrate some key male employees and business owners who are making a name for themselves in the region.

All these gentlemen have major talents, experience, qualifications, and intriguing stories to tell. So, read on to discover more about these talented businessmen within our community. Both our ‘Women in Business’ and ‘Men in Business’ features can be viewed on our website at www.echonews.com.au via their own ‘Mini Mags’.

If you would like to participate in edition two of this feature please contact katie@hillsecho.com for more information Queensland is home to more than 445,000 small businesses (those employing less than 20 people) that are at the core of every industry sector. They are in every community in every region, represent over 97% of businesses statewide, and employ approximately 44% of all private sector workers.

Warwick Brown

Director Farmer Browns Pizza & The Farm Shack Farmer Brown’s Pizzas, has earnt its title as one of the area’s most popular mobile catering services in The Hills District, but how did it all begin?

The answer is Warwick Brown, a man who spent his childhood living the farm life on the outskirts of Dayboro.

From chasing cows, to getting chased by cows, to stacking motorbikes and learning how to gracefully fall off horses, Warwick sure made the most of it. The food especially. In the Brown household, meals were always fresh and jam-packed with flavour due to the numerous veggie patches and fruit trees on their doorstep.

However, once childhood was over and Warwick had gained experience working in management, he set out to chase his dream of operating his own small business.

Pizza was his passion, and Warwick wanted to share it with our community. December 2015 marked the official launch of his fully licensed, mobile wood-fired pizza set up, Farmer Brown’s Pizzas. All the ingredients are fresh as day, some home grown and some sourced locally.

With Warwick’s dedication and young driven team, the business has thrived over the past 6 years, enabling the business to not only add 5 trailers to the Farmer Browns fleet, but also to launch a permanent brick and mortar pizza store in Ferny Hills—the Farm Shack.

Not to mention, the booming business has since earned itself a pretty significant following. With a menu full of

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favourites such as Ham and Pineapple, Margherita, and Pepperoni, to fresh new tongue-tinglers like Pesto Pizza, Tandoori Chicken, and Nutella and Marshmallow, Farmer Browns Pizzas has generated a huge community-wide hype, with 3000 loyal Facebook followers and glowing reviews sprinkling the page.

Warwick and his pride-filled staff are renowned for their catering skills, their customer service, their personal interactions with patrons, and their ability to deliver molto bene meals to all. The team usually caters for events such as parties, festivals, special occasions, weddings, and fetes. Their mantra is product and service, strongly believing that if you serve a great product with exceptional service, everybody wins.

Clearly, Warwick and his dream have come a long way.

Farmer Browns Pizzas is now fortunate enough to be booked out most Saturday nights for a few months in advance and The Farm Shack is thriving. His team of nearly 20 staff are his pride and joy, as they all take so much care in what they do. Best yet, with all his success in the suburbs, Warwick never abandoned his roots; he still lives out at Dayboro with his partner and their 2 cattle dogs, a border collie Kip, and a cat Gus. The Farm Shack is open 4pm-8pm Tuesday to Sunday, and its crew welcome the whole community with open arms—and pizzas galore!

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MEN in Business

Josh Townsend

Director, Central Electrical and Data Pty Ltd

With 14 years experience in the electrical trade, you can be rest assured that Josh Townsend, owner of Central Electrical and Data Pty Ltd (CED) knows what he is doing!

After graduating from Mt Maria College, Josh went on to to complete an electrical apprenticeship. He found a passion for the trade and in March 2013, along with his wife Samantha, went on to establish their own family business, CED. Josh and his team pride themselves on providing quality workmanship, on time and at a reasonable cost. These admirable traits are just a few of the reasons why CED is thriving and now employs four electricians that all live in the local area. In addition, exciting times are ahead with a new apprentice soon to join the ranks as Josh

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and Samantha are expecting a little baby boy in August!

As a long-time local, Josh is delighted to be in a position to give back to the community where he can. Every year in CED’s birthday month of March, the team run a community-focused campaign. Last year, five laptops were donated to kids in the local community whose studies were affected by working from home without the right resources during the pandemic. Their 2021 mission was just as admirable, with one tree planted for every job completed during the month of March. This cumulated in the team contributing over 100 trees on behalf of their clients to the Yarra Yarra biodiversity corridor.

With a no job too big or small policy, CED proudly work with home and business owners, real estates and local builders, offering a wide range of services.

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Blaine Woods

Pharmacist and pharmacy co-owner CompoundingPharmacy.com.au

A Queensland pharmacist since 1996, Blaine opened the award-winning Terry White Chemmart Keperra pharmacy in the Great Western Super Centre in 2000.

This was soon followed by the launch of Terry White Chemmart Dallas Parade Compounding in 2007, and Terry White Chemmart Samford in 2008.

The Dallas Parade pharmacy, which incorporates CompoundingPharmacy.com.au, has been Blaine's focus over the last three years because “it offers endless health solutions", he said.

"We help customers who have run out of options in conventional medicine. Compounding is an area where

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you can truly change someone’s life, particularly with pain and autoimmune conditions, skin and hormone imbalances,” Blaine explains.

“We’ve also recently added a medicinal cannabis clinic to the practice, and work alongside experienced General Practitioners to support the community in managing their pain and mitigating the side effects of treatments for certain conditions - this emerging area of medicine is showing good results.”

For a consultation or script, drop into the pharmacy at 10 Dallas Parade, Keperra; or visit online at www. compoundingpharmacy.com.au

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MEN in Business

Justin Hicks Principal Madeleine Hicks Real Estate Since 2002 the Madeleine Hicks name has been at the forefront of the real estate market in Brisbane’s north western suburbs.

An independent Real Estate company, Madeleine Hicks Real Estate has increasingly grown through providing outstanding customer service and the word of mouth referrals that come from serving their clients well.

To sustain this growth and maintain their leadership position, the company has elevated Justin Hicks as Principal. Justin is a veteran in the world of Real Estate having worked in the business for 6 years. Prior to that he ran his own construction business, so understands what goes into creating a good property.

Justin has undergone an extensive grooming process to ensure that he is fully equipped to not only run the business but to take it to new heights.

Madeleine Hicks, founder of Madeleine Hicks Real Estate, is delighted with Justin’s appointment as Principal.

“I am thrilled to hand over the reins to Justin as our new Principal. I love the fact that he has the experience and the passion to continue our love affair with the Everton Park and McDowall region. I know that our business will go from strength to strength moving forward,” said Madeleine.

Justin said “ I am proud to be stepping up to lead the

business that Madeleine created. We have a team that is absolutely magnificent and always prepared to go that extra step. That is one reason why we are awarded the Rate My Agent, Agency of the Year for Everton Park and McDowall so regularly.”

Justin has lived all of his life in the area, having grown up in Peppard St in McDowall, and now building his own family with his partner and 2 small boys, still in McDowall. This local knowledge is something that Justin puts to good use for all of his clients and ensures that home sellers are able to achieve the absolute best price.

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MEN in Business

Peter Fairgray Men‘s Health Pharmacist, Running the only Queensland branch of the Mens Health Downunder program FACT: 1 in 5 Australian Men over 40 have difficulty getting an erection FACT: 16471 men in Australia were diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in 2020 Local pharmacist, Peter Fairgray, knows that men don’t Peter assists men experiencing erectile dysfunction prioritise their health which is what encouraged him to using specialised solutions and has access to a range of specialise as a Men’s Health Pharmacist. medical and compounded products. Peter also assists In 2020 Peter began working with the highly regarded men in their recovery after prostate surgery, with issues Men’s Health Downunder team in Canberra and has of incontinence and medications and devices for the now launched the first clinic in Queensland, based at general health and recovery of the male anatomy, as TerryWhite Chemmart Arana Hills. He specialises in well as to assist in regaining erectile function. helping men and their partners with any issues of the “Many men feel like they have lost their manhood and male anatomy! don’t want to talk about it - that’s a shame when there “Too many men in our community are not accessing the are things they could do to help get function back.” help available to them, suffering in unnecessary silence. comments Peter I’m here to help” says Peter. “They shouldn’t accept The sooner men work on these issues the better, don’t these issues as a part of old age or as part of having put it off. Peter is easy and comfortable to talk to….. had prostate cancer.”

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Exciting things are happening at Picabeen in July.

Picabeen welcomes Lexi, who is running the second Yoga class at the centre on Mondays at 9.30am. Lexi has shared a little bit about herself and her journey into the disciple of Yoga: ‘I started yoga a few years ago with my yoga teacher - her name is Siobhan. I also did Yoga with my sister and some friends, and I fell in love with it!’ revealed Lexi.

‘I like yoga because it makes me feel happy and safe. My favourite poses are child’s pose and pigeon. I like everything about those poses and the feeling I get inside. My dream job is to teach yoga; it has been a life dream. Now I have finished my teacher training, I want to teach other people, including people with a disability. I want to share the culture of Yoga, teach people and bring joy to everyone else.’

Lexi believes that having Down Syndrome is a special ability to have. People with all abilities are welcome to come to her class which will start on Monday 21st June, 9.30am. People with support workers are also welcome to attend, please call 3354 2555 to reserve your spot.

The Tuesday Community BBQ is always popular and helping create networks for those who may feel isolated or vulnerable.

It is a great chance to have a hot meal and connect with your local community.

Picabeen is seeking volunteers to aid the smooth running of their weekly BBQ. This might include cooking, preparing food, greeting people, setting up/packing away. The BBQ runs at noon on Tuesday and volunteers are usually required for two hours.

Picabeen is also delighted to have partnered with a bakery for bread donations. If you have weekend availability, Picabeen is seeking a volunteer to collect the bread and deliver to the centre. It is anticipated that this shall only take an hour of your time.

Picabeen is a not-for-profit community organisation supporting locals. The centre is located at 22 Hoben Street, Mitchelton.

Please consider making a tax deductible donation to Picabeen so they can make a difference in your community.

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From the Mitchelton and Districts Garden Club

If Covid restrictions are not in force, the Mitchelton and Districts Garden Club will meet at the Enoggera Memorial Hall on Thursday, 5th August. The guest speaker, Barbara Beerling, will talk about ‘Roses in General’. Barbara is a qualified horticulturalist who specialises in roses, fruit trees, pruning, disease control and plant identification.

At this time of year, to maintain steady growth in your garden, apply liquid fertilizer to your vegetables and flowering plants. Look for swelling on branches of citrus trees. This could indicate the presence of the citrus gall wasp and should be pruned away and deposited in the rubbish bin, not the compost heap. If you want to plant deciduous trees and shrubs or citrus trees, now is a good time to do it. Take care to make sure the union where the tree has been grafted to the root stock is well above the mulch level, and do not feed them for 4 to 6 weeks, otherwise the new growth could end up with leaf burn. Watch out for powdery mildew on your soft leaf plants or vines. A spray with one part full cream milk and ten parts water should correct this.

At the June meeting, the exhibitors presented a beautiful display of choice material. A Highly Commended Award was given to Bernie Corvi for her cut of an Orange Triumph Rose.

The hall is situated in Trundle Street, Enoggera and is accessible by wheelchair. Meetings commence immediately after morning tea which is served at 9.45 a.m. Visitors and new members are most welcome. For more information, phone 3356 1256

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The Art of Barefoot Bowls

An update from the Gaythorne Bowls Club Our long time coach, George, at Gaythorne Bowls Club has always stressed on bowlers, and particularly new bowls members, the importance of ‘Rolling The Jack’. This also applies to anyone wanting to become a better barefoot bowler.

A lot of bowlers at any club can often be seen quickly going onto the green and immediately rolling the Jack (with hardly any forethought about what they are doing) and almost as quickly turning around without watching where the Jack eventually stops. But don’t follow those moves.

Instead, consider following the 3 simple steps below and amaze your friends at how accurately you can roll the Jack down the white line and to the length where your team leader (Skip) wants it placed. The simple act of rolling the Jack, to start a match or an end, controls much of the game by choosing a length that is favourable to the bowlers in your team.

Ok, firstly, place the Jack on the palm of your left hand then close the fingers of your right hand together around the Jack.

Reverse this if you are left handed. This ensures that the Jack is basically at your fingertips making it very easy for the Jack to roll out of your fingers onto the green.

Secondly, looking at the centreline of the mat, stand on the left side of the mat with both feet together pointing straight ahead and possibly with your right shoulder over this centreline of the mat. Again reverse this positioning if you are left handed.

Unlike bowls, the Jack does not have bias so it will go straight in the direction you roll it.

Finally, looking at your skip who should be standing on the spot to where the Jack is be rolled, take a normal step forward whilst your arm is moving backwards and then follow through with your hand and arm straight towards the aiming point. At this time, you should also be trying to bend your knees to get as low as possible to the green to ensure the jack just rolls out of your hand onto the grass in a very fluid movement.

With just a little practice, you will find that you will soon be able to roll the Jack with confidence and accuracy and your friends will then ask – “How did you do that so well?

Gaythorne Bowls Club is located at 18 Prospect Road, Gaythorne. For more information about the club call 3855 2725 or visit their website at www.gaythornebowlsclub.com.au Til next time – happy bowling from all at Gaythorne Bowls Club

10th & 11th July

Throwback Thursday Our region is steeped in history and The Everton Echo is delighted to celebrate that with our Throwback Thursday campaign.

Every Thursday, we publish a picture from the past on our social media pages - an example is below that is sure to bring back memories for many longtime local residents!

Be sure to follow us on Facebook or Instagram to delve into our districts intriguing history. If you have a picture from the past you would like to share, please email admin@echo-news. com.au

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Robots Arrive at Local Hospital

The robotic surgical assistant Da Vinci Xi has arrived at North West Private Hospital in Everton Park, helping support the latest surgical capabilities.

The da Vinci Xi system allows the surgeon to control the da Vinci robot from a console.

The surgeon’s hand movements are translated to perform tiny movements within the body in real time. The system also offers optimised 3D vision, magnification and motion tremor control which are designed to help the surgeon with greater dexterity and precision.

The robotic technology will help empower surgeons with minimally invasive surgical options for patients. The robotic Dr Meade working with assistant will be used for a Da Vinci Xi variety of procedures, including colorectal, urology, gynaecology and general surgery.

Colorectal surgeon Dr Brian Meade performed the first surgery utilising the Da Vinci Xi robot at North West in mid-May. ‘For me, it’s about instrument advancements – it enhances ergonomics and my visualisation of tissues. It’s much easier to control instruments and optics, and it improves dexterity and suturing in tight spaces,’ Dr Meade said.

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Enjoy a game of cards? Have you played all the old favourites such as 500 and Canasta? Have you secretly desired to learn the game of Bridge but never had the opportunity? Here is a chance to learn this magnificent game.

The Hills District is very fortunate to have their very own Bridge Club which is modern, air-conditioned, and very easily accessible. Arana Contract Bridge Club is situated at the Ferny Grove Sports Grounds in Tramway Street, Ferny Grove (entrance is between the entrance to The Grove Sports and Bowls Club and the Tramway Museum). It is a very active club and they are offering free lessons in Bridge for beginners.

It doesn’t matter how much Bridge knowledge you possess or don’t possess, the classes are an introduction to this wonderful game. The instructor will guide participants along an easy pathway to knowledge and the lessons will be held in a social atmosphere where you can make new friends.

The Beginners’ Lessons commence on Saturday 10th July 2021 from 10am to noon, at the Arana Bridge Club. The course runs for nine weeks, after which help with play sessions are available for two weeks. Lessons are free but purchase of the textbook ($30) is highly recommended. Bookings are essential – phone Jim 3289 0033.

Arana Contract Bridge Club offers the opportunity to play Bridge locally. It is a low cost activity, and is perfect for those who like a challenge, mental stimulation and good company.

If you are a lapsed player, consider joining your local Bridge Club. If you are a novice, the free lessons are a great place to start.

Rotary isn’t just a club to join, but rather an invitation to endless opportunities, it’s amazing what we can accomplish when hearts and minds work together.

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If you are looking into playing touch football locally, look no further than the Arana Touch Football Association.

Registrations and team nominations are now open for the August to December 2021 season and the club is looking forward to welcoming new and existing members from the local community.

The season kicks off on the 25th August at West Mitchelton League Fields at the corner of Samford Road and Prospect Street at Mitchelton. All games are played on a Wednesday afternoon and take place at Mitchelton.

This friendly club accommodates players from a wide range of age groups, with divisions available in the under 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 boys and girls. Teams can also be nominated along with individual players, as well as players that have not played before. For more information, email harpo08@bigpond.com

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Arana Touch goes to the Junior State Cup

The Queensland Junior State Cup will be held in Hervey Bay again this year on the 8th 9th and 10th July. Arana Touch is delighted to have several teams competing in the Under 10, 12, 14, 16 boys and girls age groups, as well as the Under 18 girls teams.

Since last years cup was cancelled, all teams are really excited to be going to Hervey Bay again this year.

Wednesday for 4.15pm Saturday wet weather days if needed U8 to U18 Boys & Girls Individual & team nominations Administrator or Registrations: 0413 660 216 Email harpo08@bigpond.com

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An update from the Newmarket VIEW Club

Just a few of the teddy bears set for the children in Cambodia

The founder of the Cambodia Clean Water and Toilet Project is Darrel Steer, who was the guest speaker at the Newmarket VIEW Clubs meeting in May.

Darrel went to Cambodia in 2015 for a holiday and he has not moved back home since! While there, he witnessed the poor standard of living and poverty throughout the rural villages.

He observed that there was no access to clean water creating unsanitary living conditions and illness. Volunteers here in Australia knit up teddy bears to give pleasure to the many children in the Cambodia Clean Water and Toilet Project.

Post COVID lockdown, people are seeking the opportunity to connect with others in the community. VIEW needs to make sure the organisation is in the forefront of the minds of those who are looking to expand their horizons. Make new friends and give back to the community.

The Newmarket VIEW Club is part of a network of over 300 clubs and 15,000 women throughout Australia. Our members used raffles and donations to raise funds to continue to support the six students following The Smith Family’s Learning for Life Program, by sponsoring their school activities. These children were among the hardest hit during school shutdowns, as many didn’t have the right tools they needed to learn from home.

If you wish to know more about the Newmarket VIEW Club, email us on newmarketview@gmail.com or ring Heather on 0437 343 163 or Jean on 0438 177 176

Are You A Retiree Or Nearing Retirement In Brisbane?

The Brisbane branch of the Association of Independent Retirees (AIR) welcomes all fully or partly self-funded retirees to join their group for entertaining and informative meetings on matters relating to retirees.

AIR does NOT give financial advice, but advocates on behalf of members across Aged Care, Budget, Health, Retirement Income etc. at Federal, State and Local Government levels. They also have at least two social outings a year and members stay back for lunch after the monthly branch meetings to further socialise.

AIR meets on 3rd Thursday of each month at Geebung RSL Club, at 9.30 am and host a variety of guest speakers.

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The Wonders You Can Find at The Nest Community’s Haberdashery

Everton Park’s own secret treasure chest, stocked full of vintage, recycled and reclaimed crafting supplies.

Situated within their beautiful, heritage listed Queenslander home, The Nest Haberdashery offers a unique shopping experience. Exploring the shelves stocked with hidden gems and enjoying the company of their friendly volunteers, shopping there feels closer to stepping back in time to raid your Grandma’s supply closet than wandering the lifeless aisles of a major retailer.

The Haberdashery stocks a wide variety of crafting resources. With new donations coming in every week, you are never sure what hidden gem you may find at The Nest! Preloved equipment, notions, yarns, fur, beads and fabric are just a few on the crafting essentials you can find there for your next project. Some items are brand new; some are preloved, but all are highquality and affordable. Fabric starts from $3 metre, but there is always a bargain bin close by full of special items for just a few cents.

Their wonderful volunteers are always happy to help you find the perfect material for your next project, or to offer you advice from their experience in handmade living. The Nest Haberdashery is their primary source of funding, as all of the proceeds go back into supporting the organisation and its community initiatives.

Sustainability is a huge part of The Nest Community’s mission, and their Haberdashery not only allows them to save these beautiful materials from landfill, but also gives you a chance to breathe new life into them.

The Nest Haberdashery also has its own Facebook group for their volunteers and visitors, where they share the treasures they have found, creations they have made and handmade living inspiration for one another. The group is open for anyone to join, and is a great way to get in touch with your creative side online.

Located at 720 South Pine Road in Everton Park, The Nest Haberdashery is open on weekdays from 10am – 1pm. On Saturdays their entire home is abuzz with activity, as the Haberdashery is open from 10am – 4pm and their variety of craft workshops run all day, giving people a chance to learn the beautiful skills of handmade living.

Nest Volunteer Sharon Oldfield restocking the Haberdashery with fresh donations to be redistributed throughout the community.

There’s no telling what hidden treasure or beautiful bargains you might find in a visit to The Nest Haberdashery

Affordable, sustainable and high-quality, shopping with The Nest Haberdashery ensures you make the most out of your next craft project.

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Can social connectedness improve mental wellbeing?

As we're living longer and healthier lives, the link between social connections and mental health has never been more important.

Many older people living in Australia are reportedly living in better health than ever before, they are also living longer lives.

Part of leading a healthier, happier, and longer life means maintaining our social and mental health so by staying connected to the people and activities we enjoy can positively impact our overall health.

Staying connected to the people and activities we enjoy can positively impact our overall health, especially as we get older.

According to beyondblue, about 10-15 per cent of older people experience depression.

Maintaining your social health not only improves your mental wellbeing, but it can also be a protective factor against anxiety and depression (beyondblue, Connections Matter, 2018).

A regular lunch date with friends, volunteering for a local organisation, or taking up a new sport or hobby are just a few ways to get out and about.

Circumstances can sometimes prevent people from engaging in their regular activities, but there are ways to overcome this.

Sharing a cup of tea with someone in the comfort of your home can make all the difference, especially a regular catch up a few times a week.

Our staff can sit down with you to discuss the activities you’d like to get more involved in.

Looking for more opportunities? Here are some more ways we can provide social and lifestyle support:

Recreation and social engagement Do you want to get more involved in activities in your local community? If there is an activity or event you would like to get involved in, our staff can work with you to make it happen. Our team is passionate about assisting our customers to participate in the activities they enjoy.

Companionship for social events We always want you to feel supported to lead the life you want. Our companionship support services mean our Support Professionals can accompany you to attend social events and support you to engage with your family and friends at home or in your local community.

Travel planning Whether you’re travelling locally, out of town or interstate, we can provide staffing support. Our local, national and global network means you can access quality care and support in many destinations.

Transport and mobility If you just need help getting from A to B, we can help you arrange transport and mobility assistance. This might mean organising transport to medical appointments, weekly brunch with friends, family celebrations and special occasions, or local community meetings and events.

Call us on 07 3056 0777 to find out how Just Better Care Brisbane North and CBD can provide support at home and in the community, including personal care, respite support, and social and lifestyle support for older Australians, and people living with disability.

Do you or someone you know need support? The Beyond Blue Support Service provides support around anxiety and depression. Call 1300 229 636. If you or someone you know needs urgent medical attention, call 000.

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Join local ladies Serenata Celebrates! for lunch in July

An update from The Older Women’s Network Qld

The Mitchelton Branch of the Older Womens Network Qld Inc (OWNQ) meets formally and informally throughout the month and you are welcome to join them for any or all of their get togethers.

On Wednesday 28 July, the guest speaker will be Melinda from Bolton Clarke talking on Healthy Mind Healthy Body.

The full list of June events are: • Tuesday 6th July 10am - Coffee/Techno Morning at Arana Leagues Club • Tuesday 13th July 10am - Zoom Meeting • Saturday 10th July 12pm - Lunch at Arana Leagues Club • Tuesday 20th July 10am - Coffee/Techno Morning at Arana Leagues Club • Wednesday 28th July 10am - Monthly meeting at the Panthers Den Function Room, Arana Leagues Club. The Panthers Den is upstairs from Reception (Cost $5) The aim of the group is to provide information to women relating to a healthy outlook on ageing, and to meet in a friendly, social atmosphere.

OWNQ Mitchelton is part of an organisation that is state-wide with groups in three states of Australia, as well as a National branch. All women are welcome.

For more information ring Judith on 0431 159 921 or visit the website www.ownqld.org.au

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The celebratory concert at The Gap Uniting Church

The Serenata Singers presented a belated 50th anniversary concert for family, friends and former members of the choir at The Gap Uniting Church on Saturday afternoon, 29 May 2021.

In 1970, The Gap and District Musical Society was founded.

In 2020, it achieved its 50th anniversary under the name Serenata Singers. Just as activities to observe the occasion were being planned, COVID-19 arrived in Australia and it became necessary to defer any celebrations. Indeed, 2020 saw the choir cancel all its scheduled performances.

Better late than never! The choir was keen to return to performing and relished the opportunity to sing in front of an appreciative audience. Under a slide show of photos from the choir’s history, the choir presented a varied program of medleys from Broadway musicals, folk and rock songs. A highlight was the choir’s performance of “Singing with Friends”, an original composition composed for the choir by Lynette Reville. Guest performances included a violin solo by Ran Luo, a saxophone number from Angus Campbell, and a piano duet by Lois Cutmore and Alison Siemon. The audience joined in enthusiastically with the community sing-a-long numbers.

After the concert, there was a ceremonial cutting of the anniversary cake and much conversation and catching up over coffee, tea and cakes (following COVID-safe guidelines of course).

A chronology/history of the choir and photos/ images from past years can be accessed on the choir’s website https://serenatasingers.

The delicious cake was enjoyed org.au/ by all

Self-Care with a New Perspective

Truth Women’s Circles invites you to their first women’s circle where the group will explore self-care with a new perspective. This will be a sensory experience that will allow your body, mind and soul to relax and reflect on what you really need to start to feel like yourself again.

The first workshop will be held on Saturday 31/7/21, 6:30pm at YogaSol, 11 Mawarra Crescent, Ferny Hills.

For more details visit the group on Facebook (search for Truth Women’s Circles). Tickets on sale at Humanitix https://events.humanitix.com/selfcare-womenscircle The Everton Echo, July 2021 - Page 29

Everton News

from your State Member for Everton TIM MANDER

Tim Mander MP and Cr Tracy Davis attend the Sorry Day Ceremony at Teralba Park Sorry Day The Sorry Day Ceremony held at Teralba Park, Everton Park is getting bigger and bigger each year – in fact, I believe it’s the largest gathering in Brisbane. This is an important annual commemoration to help raise awareness of the Stolen Generations and assist in the process of healing and reconciliation. It was encouraging to see so many schools and community groups represented.

I want to thank the Teralba Park Stolen Generation Support Group for hosting this special event and for inviting me to read the pledge.

Gambling Community Benefit Fund Congratulations to Everton’s recipients of round 108 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund!

Albany Creek Pony Club, Amparo Advocacy Inc, Help Enterprises Limited and Pine Hills Netball Club were all recently provided with funding to improve the valuable services they offer to our community.

Organisations in the Everton Electorate have now received a total of $904,836.99 from rounds 100-108 as part of this fund.

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Pine Hills Netball were one of the local community groups who benefited from the Gambling Community Benefit Fund It is always wonderful to see these excellent community clubs/ organisations receiving the support they deserve.

Round 110 is now open and will close midnight 30 June 2021.

For more information please visit: www.justice.qld.gov.au/ initiatives/community-grants MARQUEE FOR LOAN Community groups, schools or sporting clubs are welcome to borrow my 3x3 Marquee for events. Please contact my office to organise the loan.

CONNECT WITH ME If there is anything I can help with send me an email at everton@parliament.qld.gov.au or call on 3535 1100.

KEEP UP TO DATE Visit my Facebook TimManderMPEverton or website timmander.com.au

JP’s in the Community

Brookside Shopping Centre

A voluntary Justice of the Peace service is available at the Brookside Shopping Centre, Mitchelton (just outside the Coffee Club, next to Woolworths) at the following times: • Mondays 11am – 2pm • Wednesday 11am - 2pm • Thursdays 5.30pm - 7.30pm • Fridays 11am - 2pm • Saturdays 10am – 1pm JP Service Guidelines • Bring your own pen, and ensure you wash your hands before handling documents.

• Stay home if you’re unwell • Use the hand sanitiser before and after handling any documents • Bring your own pen • Maintain 1.5m distance

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THE FERNY REPORT

by Mark Furner M.P.

State Member for Ferny Grove

2021/22 State Education Budget This year’s state budget continues to deliver on the strong record of investing education Ferny Grove constituents have come to expect.

All of our state schools will share in the $9.76 million announce in the budget with a range of classroom renovations and repairs at the top of the list.

Mitchelton Special School comes in for special attention with the provision of new, much-needed specialty classrooms and time out areas. Early planning for the new building is now well underway with final plans expected later this year. This is something the Mitchie Special School Parents and Citizens have been crying out for and something I am proud to deliver on.

Round 108, Gambling Community Benefit Fund Congratulations to Grovely State School P&C who are one of three Ferny Grove electorate not-for-profits who have shared in over $75,000 in Round 108 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund.

Grovely State School will put the $35,000 they have received in this grant round to replace their aging school playground.

The fund is offered to registered not-for-profits five times per year. For more information, please call my office on 3535 7100.

Transit Oriented Development (TOD) construction to commence in July The long-awaited Ferny Grove TOD will use the footprint of the existing Ferny Grove Railway Station carpark to construct

the multi-level carpark as well as new retail, dining spaces cinemas, and even a new day-care centre.

Construction will commence in late July and will inject around $140 million into our local economy and will boost local employment by more than 1,400 full time jobs. Over 700 of those jobs will be during the build with over 700 extra ongoing jobs in the precinct once the build is complete.

It is important to note that around 230 car spaces will be unavailable during the multi-level carpark build – which is expected to take around 13 months. Once complete, commuter parking at the station will increase by more than 40%.

Hills Chamber of Commerce Big Breakfast The Hills Chamber of Commerce is back to hosting its annual Big Breakfast charity fundraiser after last year’s COVIDenforced hiatus. This is a great opportunity to network with other business and community leaders while raising some much-needed funds for worthy organisations. There will be multiple raffles with fabulous prizes and a generous plated breakfast. To book tickets, go to: https://bit.ly/3xAT1Sf. Queensland Day Sponsorships Each year on 6 June, communities across the State celebrate Queensland Day – the day Queensland officially separated from New South Wales in 1859.

Applications are now open for the 2022 Queensland Day Sponsorship Program. Grants of up to $15,000 (exclusive of GST) are on offer to not-for-profit, non-commercial associations, local governments and school P&Cs that are running initiatives to promote social, cultural and economic benefits to the community, encourage public participation and showcase our great State.

For more information, or to download the 2022 QDSP guidelines, visit the Queensland Day website at www.qld. gov.au/queenslandday. Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 31 August 2021.

Each year I have the privilege of hosting school leaders at Queensland Parliament for a BBQ and tour. There were some highly focused future leaders in this first group from last month. I look forward to hosting the rest of our schools in the coming months.

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