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“It wasn’t so much that I figured out I had a talent for it, I worked out I had a passion for it and just annoyed everybody within a 150m radius of me for a solid 15 years.”

Drone Safety Campaign Lands in Classrooms

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Here are some of the stories you will find inside:

Ross Parker: A Fascination with Flying

Although Caboolture-based Pilot Ross Parker confesses he came close to ejecting from an inverted tailspin in a jet moments before it righted itself, he jokes that his scariest moment in an aircraft was when they ran out of coffee.

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A Bold, Fresh Approach for New Chamber of Commerce

The Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce is set to make a difference within the business community, one step at a time.

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Always helping others

Graham Gibb dedicates his time to volunteering within the community as a Volunteer in Policing and a radio officer with VMR on Bribie Island.

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History Of Pioneering Queensland Nurse Unearthed

A photograph album belonging to New Farm WWI nurse and Queensland’s first female dentist Sister Martha Burns has been found among archival records at Bolton Clarke’s Fernhill residential aged care community at Caboolture.

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CHILDREN REPRESENT A growing proportion of the record numbers of Australians buying and flying drones for fun and recreation.

The new resources are designed to help the modern-day aviators develop a safe flying culture as they hone their skills in one of the Australia’s fastest-growing technologies.

CASA has partnered with youth education specialists to develop a range of materials promoting safety and aligned to the Australian curriculum.

‘In consultation with Education Services Australia, we have designed tailored resources to build awareness, understanding and acceptance of drone safety rules and regulations among young people aged 10 to 16, teachers, parents and carers,’ CASA’s Acting Branch Manager of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Services, Sharon Marshall-Keeffe said.

‘We’re asking children to test their drone safety knowledge through quizzes, school-based learning activities and teacher-led discussions.

‘We’ve also developed a dedicated education resources section on the campaign website – knowyourdrone.gov.au/classroom – and we strongly recommend the use of CASA-verified safety apps to find out where it’s safe to fly.’

‘It’s also important to raise awareness of the incoming operator accreditation and registration requirements affecting people over 16 and the need for those under 16 to be supervised by an accredited adult unless flying at a CASA approved flying site.’

Education Services Australia says its proud to be playing a role in providing school children with access to information about rules, regulations and flying zones.

‘It’s imperative that children understand the rules and regulations in place to keep themselves and others safe while enjoying the freedom that comes with flying drones,’ Education Services Australia CEO Andrew Smith said.

‘We hope that by arming our pilots of tomorrow with the information they need today, they will take to the skies with confidence, in a safe and responsible manner.’

For more information about what you can and can’t do with a drone, visit the CASA campaign website: knowyourdrone.gov.au

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Ross Parker

A Fascination with Flying Words: Marnie Birch Photo: Contributed

ALTHOUGH CABOOLTURE-BASED PILOT Ross Parker confesses he came close to ejecting from an inverted tailspin in a jet moments before it righted itself, he jokes that his scariest moment in an aircraft was when they ran out of coffee and cites flying training as the reason pilots stay cool under pressure. 'You work out the choices and what's feasible,' he says.

His fascination with wanting to fly started early.

As a nine-year-old, Ross would ask his father to drive past the Richmond RAAF Airbase to watch the planes, never imagining the illustrious aviation career he'd have, nor that he'd become the proud owner of two iconic warplanes.

After joining the Air Force, Ross earned his Flying Wings in 1977. He then flew Caribou aircraft for four years before being selected for the elite VIP Squadron 34, based in Canberra.

His pilot's logbook is filled with memorable passengers from those years: the Australian Governor-General, visiting dignitaries, Malcolm Fraser on his last Prime Ministerial flight and P.M. Bob Hawke on his first official flight. He even flew Prince Charles and Lady Diana when they toured Australia in 1983. For 32 years, Ross flew Boeing 777's and 747's for Cathay Pacific in Hong Kong before returning to Australia to manage a company operating historic, exmilitary aircraft.

In 1994, Ross joined a syndicate that restored an ex-military warplane, a CAC – Wirraway. It took three years to fully restore the aircraft to flying standard. According to Ross, it's better than new, thanks to modern metallurgical advances. Since 1997, he's flown the Wirraway in countless acrobatic displays, air shows, and flypasts for Anzac Day and RSL commemorative services across the Eastern States and now offers adventure flights to the public at the Caboolture airfield. On his last visit to Bundaberg, Ross was kept busy flying the Wirraway all day until sundown and again the following day, with people wanting a flight, such is its popularity.

Attributing the growing interest in warbirds to the resurgence of Anzac traditions and the 100th RAAF anniversary, Ross suggests more people are now wanting to experience a joy flight in a plane that's part of aviation history.

He estimates, "50% of his customers are locals who've seen the Wirraway flying over and think, I want to fly in that."

Built in Victoria from 1939 to 1946, the Wirraway carries the distinction of being the first aircraft ever mass-produced in Australia. It's fondly regarded in military and aviation circles because almost every fighter pilot who graduated from Australian flying training during the war trained in a Wirraway. Wirraway, an Aboriginal word meaning 'challenge', is particularly apt as it was built as a training aircraft (with some vices). Still, a shortage of planes during WWII forced its sudden deployment to the Pacific and Rabaul as a fighter. Of the 755 Wirraways built, only three are still flying today. Notably, all three flew together in formation at the Scone air show last month, delighting spectators.

In 2017, Ross added a second warplane to his collection - a US Navy plane, the T-28 Trojan. With more power and improved

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manoeuvrability, the Trojan saw active service in ground attacks in Vietnam, Africa and Korea and also by the CIA in South America.

Ross considers himself not so much an owner of these historic warplanes, but instead, a 'custodian,' who's part of the larger warbird community that maintains and preserves these iconic aircraft for the enjoyment of future generations of Australians.

To this end, Warplanes Pty Ltd, in conjunction with the Caboolture Warplane & Flight Heritage Museum, will offer adventure flights to the public in the Wirraway, the Trojan and another warplane, the SNJ, at the Caboolture airfield from 24-26th April, for Anzac Day commemorations. Contact the Museum for further details.

Investing In Our Innovators INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURS across the Moreton Bay Region have been given a serious boost with the announcement of a new $300,000 plus Council funded innovation program.

The revised Innovate Moreton Bay program will support the Moreton Bay Region as it strives to become a top 10 regional knowledge and innovation hub as outlined in the Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS). Existing businesses and entrepreneurs will be encouraged, and bright young minds will be nurtured under the updated program.

Mayor Peter Flannery said this significant council investment was yet another milestone upon the one-year anniversary of the Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS) and will contribute to our bigger, bolder, and brighter future.

“We have bold plans to grow the local innovation ecosystem so that we better connect our industry and support our locals to become and connect with world class talent,” continued Mayor Flannery Businesses and young entrepreneurs will be able to access specialist innovation and growth services via a dedicated Regional Innovation Coordinator (RIC) as well as attend specialist events to help develop valuable skills and connections.

MBRIT CEO Shane Newcombe said that he is “proud of the Innovate Moreton Bay brand and the community of volunteers and collaborators that have contributed to the growth of the local innovation ecosystem over the past four years, getting the program to this new phase of growth.”

Support will be delivered to early stage technology companies, as well as medium to large scale companies seeking specialist innovation support. Young entrepreneurs will be a key focus and will complement council’s recent investment in the new Mayor’s Telstra Innovation Awards, open now for grades 9 to 12.

For more information visit our website https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/innovation.

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A bold, fresh approach For New Chamber of Commerce Words: Sheree Hoddinett

Bringing a fresh approach and a wealth of support for local businesses, the Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce is already integrating itself into the business community. What started as just an idea back in October has flourished into a group which officially launched in February and now has well over 30 members and growing. With Naomi Cauley at the helm and a strong committee around her, they have a mission to support all businesses, organisations and social enterprises in a bid to not only ensure they survive the harsh times but most importantly, continue to thrive.

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“I’m very aware that it’s a very busy space here in Caboolture,” president Naomi Cauley says.

“We’ve got MBRIT, we’ve got BPW, we’ve got Mark Ryan and Terry Young who are both very active and RDA as well, so there’s a lot of people here who are already looking after the business community.

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“We want to make sure that whatever chamber does, complements existing activities by filling the gaps and doesn’t compete with what is already going on.”

It is hard to find a streamlined quality food menu and a coffee lover’s delight located in the industrial heart of North Lakes, let alone one that is open all week, except Sundays. Check out the comfy, modern lounge chairs with a contemporary vibe. Pets are welcomed.

The initial idea to create a new chamber for Caboolture was instigated by Paul Garcia at a business breakfast hosted by Member for Morayfield, Mark Ryan, late last year. Secretary Hayley Jellis can’t believe how quickly everything has unfolded in such a short space of time.

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If your pets like socialising a hop, skip and a jump from the off-leash doggie beach, this cafe is as cool as it gets. Offering locally roasted coffee, weekly chalkboard specials and dishes such as Haloumi Rosti for breakfast, Zucchini Fritters at lunch, and all day Toasties at insanely good prices, you’ll jostle with other dog-lovers for a table under an umbrellas or the shady trees. Most patrons come for the Bay views, the sea breeze or the nearby beachfront boardwalk, but stay for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea.

Serving from 7am. Notably, they’re also open on Mondays - (closed Tuesdays only).

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THEY MAY BE the new kids on the block, but this is one group ready to make a difference within the local business community. Their first step will include undertaking the necessary measures to understand the opportunities available to them to be active in the business community in a meaningful and helpful way.

This will lead to a strategic plan to see the chamber through the next 3 to 5 years.

“I attended the breakfast and Paul stood up to speak and he said there’s no chamber in Caboolture and I want to start one, if you’re interested drop me an email,” Hayley says. “He was so enthusiastic about it.

“A few people showed interest and we settled on a location to meet (our function room at Lagoon Creek Café Caboolture). We had our first meeting and got a few people on board and it’s just grown from there.

“We had someone lined up for president but that didn’t work out and somehow we managed to nab Naomi as she had just moved to the good side and the rest is history. Naomi has been absolutely amazing.”

Naomi, who runs her own bookkeeping business “in her spare time” has only recently moved to the area after living on the south side of Brisbane. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience along with her.

“I was the executive officer of the Redland City Chamber of Commerce for 8 years,” she says.

“So I know how a chamber functions and all the behind the scenes things that need to happen

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because I did it for 8 years. So I’ve taken a lot of that and brought it into this region.

“But my hope and dream is that we get ourselves into a position where we can afford to employee someone as an executive officer who can take the load off the committee by taking on the administrative functions.”

While it may feel like a bit of a mouthful to say, the Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce name does have a meaning behind it.

“At our first meeting we all sat down and gave our personal views on why we were there and where we want to see Caboolture,” Hayley says.

“The thing that came up most between us all was the perceived stigma around Caboolture.

What our research and speaking to council showed, was that Caboolture is a lot safer than most people think.

“We chose the name Greater Caboolture because it is our goal to make Caboolture great. It sounded positive and is the beginning of getting rid of the bad stigma to make Caboolture great again. It’s catchy. It’s positive and it was a unanimous decision when that name was thrown into the pot.”

Even with Covid lurking and crazy weather trying to put a dampener on things, the chamber forged ahead with their official launch in February. They have experienced an encouraging uptake in membership covering an area which extends as far out as Woodford and down to Narangba. Their executive committee meet once a month and they also host a monthly event for everyone in the business community to attend as well.

“I’m really strong on the idea that a chamber is for the whole business community not just its members,” Naomi says. “We encourage people to be members simply because the more members we have, the more of a voice we have on their behalf if we need to talk to any of the levels of government.”

Their April event will showcase The Hub, in central Caboolture. This is an amazing space available for businesses to utilise and the chamber is keen to explore the available facilities.

For further information about the chamber visit greatercaboolture.com.au or the Greater Caboolture Facebook page.

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Caboolture Men’s Shed Charity Golf Day Words: Marnie Birch

BIG PRIZES ARE on offer at the Caboolture Golf Club on Friday June 3rd, for the Caboolture Men’s Shed Charity Golf Day 18 Hole 4 Ball Ambrose Tournament.

The Men’s Shed foster a healthier lifestyle by encouraging the pursuit of practical leisure interests and building social connections for men who have retired from work. The Men’s Shed Charity Golf Day is about connecting socially and building friendships, with the main ingredient being a lot of laughter and fun.

Grab your golfing buddies for the chance to snag $10,000 in prize money, for a Hole-in-One on the 14th. Or if you think that’s too much of a stretch for your golfing skills, other prizes on offer include: the Longest Drive, Nearest the Pin, Best Team Round, Best Handicap Round and Best, (or worst), dressed player and well as sponsor caps, water bottles and bags to be won. And every player has a chance at winning, by purchasing a ticket in the mega Club house raffle.

Artists and Industry Leaders Unite IN A FIRST for the Queensland music industry, key Queensland music industry leaders and artists joined State MPs at Parliament House to launch the Queensland Parliamentary Friends of the Music Industry last month.

Co-chaired by music lovers turned politicians Shane King MP, Labor Member for Kurwongbah and Sam O’Connor MP, LNP Member for Bonney, the Queensland Parliamentary Friends of the Music Industry aims to bring Queensland politicians of all persuasions together to share in a love of music and learn about the economic and social benefits the industry generates across the State. With the Queensland Music Awards only days away, 2022 nominees including Sahara Beck and Jem Cassar-Daley are set to perform amongst a host of artists and industry guests.

QMusic CEO Kris Stewart welcomed the formation of the group and said the launch event is a chance to build upon the advocacy efforts and relationships QMusic has helped to solidify for the live music sector over the last two years.

“We thank the Queensland Government for its investment in the live music sector during the depths of the pandemic in 2021.”

In an Ambrose golfing format, groups of four players work as a team, with the best shot from the whole team chosen as the starting point for the subsequent shot, until the ball is in the hole.

“As our State’s live music sector rebuilds after lockdowns, capacity restrictions, border closures and more, I am thrilled about this opportunity to showcase our resilient Queensland music industry at Parliament and look towards a brighter future together,” he said.

“In other words, says Men’s Shed President, Dave Eugarde, “your group has four chances to hit a good shot. It certainly takes the pressure of the less skilled golfers and is a good team building format.”

QMusic Management Committee Chair Natalie Strijland said the formation of the group offers new opportunities.

Costing $160 for a team of 4, or $40 for individual players, the entry fee will give you 18 holes of golf, a sausage sizzle and soft drink or water. For the past three years, many local businesses have supported the Men’s Shed with sponsorship, but more sponsors are needed. Choose to sponsor a hole for $100 or the Drinks buggy for $150.

“The music industry looks forward to constructive and positive collaboration with State legislators through the formation of this group,” she said.

Member for Kurwongbah Shane King MP says he’s always been a keen music fan and is looking forward to exploring a shared love of festivals and live music with both the industry and fellow MPs.

Whether you’re an individual player or forming a team of 4 with your mates, pre-book a Golf Buggy early, to avoid disappointment as numbers are limited.

“Music is a huge part of my life and I’ve been an avid attender of festivals and gigs across the State for many years,” he said. “To be able to share that passion with my fellow colleagues and hopefully make a bit of noise at Parliament in the process is great.”

Tee off is scheduled for 7.30am, so those hungry for a breakfast or lunch burger, or a beer or two afterwards will be well catered for, with all profits, from the day, being distributed to local charities.

Member for Bonney Sam O’Connor says he’s looking forward to meeting artists and industry leaders.

Support a worthy cause, make new friends and enjoy a fun day out.

Final date for RSVP and payment is Friday 13th May. For more information contact: Dave Eugarde 0430 117 330 E: caboolturemensshed@gmail.com

“Everyone involved in live music has been hit harder than most throughout this pandemic. Having artists and industry leaders come to Parliament with the support of elected representatives from all sides of politics shows how important live music is to Queensland. It’s more than just a unique gig at one of the oldest and most beautiful buildings in our state, it’s a reminder to all MPs about why this sector is worth backing” he said.

Child Care Subsidy Increases

MEMBER FOR LONGMAN Terry Young has welcomed a significant increase in the rate of Child Care Subsidy (CCS) for local families with multiple children aged five or under in childcare.

Acting Minister for Education and Youth, Stuart Robert, said the Australian Government had lifted the rate of CCS by 30 per cent for the second child aged five or under and any younger children in childcare, up to a maximum rate of 95 per cent.

The higher subsidy will boost support for working families and follows the removal of the annual CCS cap of $10,655 for families earning over $190,015 (in 2021-22 terms) from 10 December 2021 – and beyond.

‘These measures will ease the cost of childcare for about 250,000 families throughout Australia who on average will be around $2,260 a year better off, including families in Longman,’ Minister Robert said.

‘For a family who are charged a typical fee and earns $120,000 a year with two children in

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childcare for five days per week, the saving will be $144 per week compared to current settings.’

The increased subsidy has been fast-tracked, being brought forward from 1 July 2022 to today.

‘Families do not have to do anything to receive the increased subsidy - it will flow to families automatically, with no need to apply to Services Australia,’ Minister Robert said.

‘But families keen to know their benefits can go to the new StartingBlocks.gov.au website and use the simple family estimator.’

Mr Young said the Australian Government measures would make a significant contribution to easing the pressure on the cost of living for many families with young children.

‘For local families with more than one child aged five or under in childcare, today’s increase in the CCS, means more money in your pocket each week,’ he said.

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‘This is good news for eligible families who will benefit from reduced out-of-pocket childcare costs, which also provides an incentive to consider either returning to work or working additional hours.

‘Local families know that the cost of childcare – particularly for families with more than one child in care – can be a barrier to pursuing employment or working additional hours.

‘This is especially so for local mums who may be able to use this to get back into the workforce or to increase their hours in their current job.’

Minister for Women's Economic Security, Jane Hume, said about one million Australian families are being supported by record levels of childcare funding.

‘Childcare changes lives - it removes barriers and provides opportunities to those who need it most. The Morrison Government's increased investment in childcare, around $10.3 billion this financial year alone, means that around one million families will benefit.’

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A PASSION THAT evolved into a profession is how Beatboxer Tom Thum became ingrained in the world of entertainment. He was 15 years old when he discovered the different vocal sounds he could create and now more than 20 years later it’s still very much part of his life. Born and raised in Brisbane, Tom has travelled the far corners of the world utilising his talent and is now wanting to make the most of the opportunities on offer back at home.

A keen interest in hip hop, breakdancing, graffiti and other aspects of that scene is where the beatboxing passion kicked in for Tom. Steering away from what might be considered traditional beatboxing, Tom has admitted to using his vocal range more like an instrument for layering, acapella and composing. He describes his journey along the way as “a long rollercoaster”.

“I never really set out to be a musician when I was younger,” Tom says. “I discovered this passion at the age of 15. It wasn’t like a musical epiphany where I just figured it out, it was just kind of like a long practice session, constantly making noises every day.

“It wasn’t so much that I figured out I had a talent for it, I worked out I had a passion for it and just annoyed everybody within a 150m radius of me for a solid 15 years.

“I just started doing more gigs and people started paying me for it and it hasn’t stopped so I’ve just continued on the train.”

It’s not often you think about beatboxing mixing with a symphony orchestra. But it’s a real thing and Tom has been working with Gordon Hamilton and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra on and off since 2015. Despite an upcoming show no longer going ahead, the dynamic duo have been very busy behind the scenes.

“We (Gordon and myself ) embarked on a project in 2015, pairing a beatboxer with an orchestra and we’ve just been pushing it and pushing it since then,” Tom says.

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“I’m really looking forward to getting out there again. But I’m also nervous because I haven’t done much performing in the last 3 years since everything with Covid.

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“So this will be the first time Gordon and I have linked up since everything went Covid-shaped. It is a little daunting but it’s exciting because in that downtime we’ve been putting the album together so it will be like road testing all the new fresh ideas that we’ve been working on and seeing how they translate to the live environment.”

Flood Victims Beware of Insurance Claim Farmers FLOOD AFFECTED QUEENSLANDERS are being warned to be aware of ‘claims farmers’ who often crop up in the wake of disasters to offer assistance with their insurance claim.

Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Shannon Fentiman said these firms are sometimes also known as ‘claims management services’ and will act as a go-between for a person or business and their insurance company, offering to do the leg work on their insurance claim for a fee.

The Attorney-General said it’s important for Queenslanders to know that they don’t need to use a third party to assist with an insurance claim and they can deal directly with their insurer.

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“If you are thinking about signing up to a claims management service, it’s so important you understand the risks,” Minister Fentiman said.

“And importantly, you should not sign anything which prevents you from dealing directly with your insurer, broker, financial adviser or your own lawyer.”

A claims farmer will usually seek a cash settlement as the resolution or may unreasonably inflate your claim to increase their own fee. Both of which have a number of possible risks such as being required to pay the firm directly if your insurance company does not pay the claim.

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claims farmer should contact the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC).

“You do not need to worry if you don’t have your insurance documents.

If you can’t remember who your insurer is, you can contact the Insurance Council of Australia and they will help you find your insurer,” Minister Fentiman said.

Insurance regulation falls within the Commonwealth Government’s responsibilities and the laws are administered by ASIC. To contact Australian Securities and Investment Commission phone 1300 300 630. To contact the Insurance Council of Australia phone 1800 734 621.

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When it comes to working on an album, preparation is key with a lot of mixing and recording to get it just right.

“So it’s a lot of finding interesting ways for the voice to compliment the orchestra,” Tom says. “So finding frequencies that don’t exist in the orchestra and filling that space without being too overbearing. So, in the case of the orchestral album that’s how we worked. Outside of that I generally just start with one layer and then fit things around it until I think it sounds good. Just stack, stack, stack.”

Given the “nature” of his work, where exactly does a beatboxer get inspiration from. Surprisingly, it’s not quite the same as others working within the music inspiration.

“It’s not so much finding the inspiration, it’s more just having the space between ideas to recoup,” Tom says. “So for me, a lot of nature and getting my hands into soil and doing the exact opposite of locking myself into a room deprived of oxygen for 12 hours.

“It’s an interesting balance, everyone’s like where do you get your sound from? In silence. That’s where all the ideas flourish because there’s not much else going on.”

Not everyone can make the kind of sounds a beatboxer can produce. Most of us wouldn’t even know where to start, let alone how far to project or vary the tones. For Tom, there can be a multitude of factors involved.

“In my upper register I can sing very loud but I think it just depends really. No one really wants to be that close to a beatboxer in a pandemic so I’ve had to step up the volume control a little bit,” he says. “It can also depend on the environment; how zesty my lungs are feeling and a whole lot of other different environmental factors.”

With every profession, there’s always the element of the loss of ideas and the impact it can have. For Tom, it’s a harsh reality of the line of work he’s in, but he doesn’t let it get in his way.

“I guess it’s kind of like relationships, you don’t want to force something that doesn’t work, so sometimes you just have to give things away even though you’ve just spent three days working on something,”

he says. “If you’re spending too much brain power on it, that’s when you start to get fatigued. Especially if you’re recording, because sometimes my projects might have 70 layers in them, that’s like 70 layers of recording my voice, so some days I’m totally rinsed and hoarse and I just need to have some time to chill and step away from the studio.

“And when I step back into the studio the ideas are good and sometimes when I listen back I’m like well that was a total write off.”

Although his career has kept him busy for many years, Tom admits he has always had a bit of interest in gardening and other aspects of life, which he has been able to dabble in while experiencing downtime thanks to Covid.

“I thought that I was cool for 10 years and I realised that I actually don’t go out to bars anymore, so it turns out I am just a massive nerd,” he says laughing. “I’m more regimented with the time I spend working now so I’ve very much compartmentalised my professional life and my personal life.

Well I try to, there’s a lot of overlap because I love what I do.

“But I’ve definitely been spending more time outside, hiking, walking and building things, fixing things around the house and getting in touch with that side of life.”

Given what many have experienced in the past couple of years thanks to lockdowns and many other aspects of Covid, planning for the future is no easy feat. For Tom, he’s your fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants kind of guy.

“I figure the less goals I set, the more I get excited when something happens,” he says. “I’ve just been riding this wild rollercoaster without a seatbelt on and just white knuckling it for the past 20 years since I started. I just keep getting surprised by things when they pop up and that’s a really nice way of working. Realistically, I should probably set myself some goals but I kind of just like the spice.

“I figure that the best way to approach a career is to not have a plan B, just throw everything at my plan A. I figure I’ve got so many niche interests. I made beatboxing into a career, I’m sure I can make backyard soil ecology something. I’ll figure it out.”

New Bridges for Bruce Highway WORK IS UNDERWAY to significantly improve flood resilience, safety and capacity of the Sunshine Coast’s road network through the $13 billion Bruce Highway Upgrade Program.

Ten three-lane bridges are being built at five creek crossings between CabooltureBribie Island Road and Steve Irwin Way to withstand a one-in-100-year flood event.

This includes the area where significant flooding led to the Bruce Highway being cut in late February.

Federal Member for Longman Terry Young said the works complemented other projects underway along the Bruce Highway.

“This upgrade includes two new bridges over the Bruce Highway and removal of the

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existing bridge, plus crucial upgrades to two intersections and drainage improvements at the interchange,” said Mr Young.

Member for Kurwongbah Shane King said that residents, especially those in Narangba and Burpengary, appreciated these upgrades.

“Many of our locals travel up and down the Bruce Highway every day for work,” said Member for Bancroft Chris Whiting. “It’s because of these upgrades that we will keep getting these Queenslanders home safely.”

For current information on road works and conditions across the state, visit www.qldtraffic. gov.au, call 13 19 40 or download the QLDTraffic app.

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FEW THINGS ANNOY me more than drivers who simply cannot reverse park smoothly yet insist on doing so. They seem oblivious to the challenges they cause other drivers, let alone the accidents that would occur if other drivers weren’t trying to guess and navigate around them.

As a forward parker myself, I must admit, though there are a few – and that is very few – drivers who have mastered the art of reverse parking. One, I admit, I have not personally mastered. However, I acknowledge that it is not my skill set and refrain from reverse parking.

‘They just have to be patient, ‘I’m in front, they can back off, ‘They shouldn’t be so close behind me.

These are all common expressions made by wannabe reverse drivers. So for those who insist on reverse parking because they believe it is easier to spend 10 minutes and endless attempts to park the car to drive straight out of the car park when ready, let me put you in the position of the car behind you.

As you are driving through the car park of the nearest shopping centre, looking for a free parking space and diligently navigating the cramped roadways, the car in front of you suddenly stops with no warning.

You brake instantly, watching the five cars behind you brake in surprise. Phew, no one got hit. You check your closeness to the car in front, and the distance is good. Then, the car in front put their reverse lights on!

The car starts moving backwards. They have plenty of room but seem to think you are too close. So you attempt to give them more space, but there are five cars behind you.

The car in the park beside the car behind you edges forward. They want out! Time seems to stand still while everyone tries to choose their next move.

Meanwhile, the wannabe reverse parker in the car at the front is getting impatient with their third and prolonged attempt to complete the Manoeuvre.

Eventually, everyone is lined up as they should be and rewarded with watching the driver in front make endless attempts to get into the car park. Signalling for you and the other drivers to back up more because it is obviously your fault that they are incompetent.

As you recommence your attempt to find a car park, you discover ample car park spaces just ahead, and some are even a drive-through, so you are facing out as if you did reverse park.

I am sure you all have many ‘wannabe reverse parker’ stories of your own. Unfortunately, it is illegal to eliminate this species (I checked), so I can only reassure you that you are not alone in your frustration and encourage you to be patient.

Otherwise, if you can’t reverse park smoothly and responsibly – don’t reverse park… ever!

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to people and it is fun,” he said. “The team at VMR Bribie Island…they’re a dedicated group of people who work for each other and the community at large and do what they need to do to ensure the boating public is safe on the water. They’re a hard working well-trained group who are very skilled in what they do.”

Graham is also the man behind the island’s successful annual Emergency Services Expo, an achievement he is more than proud of and is always looking for different avenues to continue growing the event.

“Organising the expo is really 7 months of work to get it all sorted but it’s something that brings the community together,” he said. “The EXPO brings all our emergency services people and assets together in the one place providing an opportunity for the community to engage with the services that are available for them in the event of a disaster.

“In recent years we have started doing more with the kids, bringing the young ones in as ambassadors and groups such as scouts and cadets, to engage with the community and contribute to the event. Because that’s what it’s about, the kids who are our next generation of Emergency Services personnel and getting them involved with the event provides the links to the future of emergency services.”

Above: Graham outside Volunteer Marine Rescue on Bribie

Always Helping Others Words: Sheree Hoddinett

IT’S NOT OFTEN you come across someone like Graham Gibb. He’s generous and selfless, giving his time to volunteer within the community he has the utmost respect for. If he’s not busy in his role as a Volunteer in Policing (ViP), Graham can be found manning the radio with Volunteer Marine Rescue on Bribie Island. It’s his dedication to the community in these roles, along with co-ordinating the annual Emergency Services Expo on the island and liaising with local schools and other community groups which also saw Graham named Moreton Bay Regional Council’s Citizen of the Year. Although more than deserving of this honour, Graham feels it’s something that should be shared with the many others who volunteer their time across the region.

Graham is now in his 10th year of volunteering with the Queensland Police Service and has just completed his 10th year of active duty with VMR. His foray into the world of volunteering came about because he felt the need to get involved in the community.

“I’ve always been busy and my life has been about doing things,” Graham said. “Even when I think back, I’ve always liked and participated in sporting teams, surfing, fishing, football, golf or run professionally, I was always going somewhere. I was always doing something and I mostly never sat still.

“I’m always looking for something and when I retired after 40 years of work and settled firstly at Ningi and now Banksia Beach, I needed something else. I’ve always liked the water and I’ve always liked radio and I always liked police work. I enjoy what I do but juggling the two priorities (VMR and ViP) can be a little difficult at times but I manage it so it doesn’t become overwhelming.”

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As a ViP with the QPS, Graham has clocked up more than 2500 hours. It’s a role that sees him act as a ‘buffer’ between police and the community, offering understanding and assistance during what can be a daunting time.

He’s also instrumental in ensuring programs like Coffee with a Cop and Turning the Screws on Crime go ahead for the local community.

“Volunteer in Policing is about community engagement,” Graham says. “This involves liaising and providing support to both the community and police in relation to a wide variety of matters, such as home security, number plate security screws, keyholders business register, private CCTV locations, Coffee with a Cop, Neighbourhood Watch and more.

“I also spent a lot of time in police stations during my working years, so a lot of my friends are police officers and the quality support I receive from the officers and staff at not only Bribie Island, but the Moreton Police District make the role so much more enjoyable, they are an amazing group of people. It’s a role that has enabled me to help so many people liaise with the police in circumstances where they haven’t always felt like they could.”

“I started Coffee with a Cop on Bribie Island in 2014. It is held in the local shopping centre, together with our partners Crimestoppers and creates a more casual environment for the community to engage in conversation and chat with a police officer about a wide range of subjects important to them.”

Graham’s decade-long service as a senior radio officer with VMR has not only seen him play a vital role in protecting those enjoying Moreton Bay and supporting the crews on the water, but also helps ensure the future of the organisation.

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As someone who has spent a lot of time volunteering, Graham encourages others to do the same. He highlights his award win as being a standout moment.

“Volunteering in your community provides you with the opportunity to contribute to the community in which you live,” he says.

“I am grateful to be able to give back to the community that welcomed us when we moved here in 2010. Satisfaction in volunteering is you get back what you put into it. It does take some of your time, but it is a great way of being able to understand the environment and community around us, but more importantly, it is the people that you meet as well.

“Every time I step into my role is always the best moment in volunteering and that at some point you will be able to achieve something that will make a difference in some way.

“But one of the best, proudest and humbling moments I have had as a volunteer was being named the Moreton Bay Citizen of the Year. It was unexpected and to be held in such esteem along with a number of other truly worthy citizens, was an amazing experience and one that I will always cherish.”

Surprisingly, for someone who spends a lot of time helping within the community, Graham does actually have some spare time for a few rounds of golf on Wednesday and Saturday.

While Graham admits there is always work to be done, he has no plans on slowing down anytime soon. He very much has a soft spot for the Bribie community around him and will continue to do his part for as long as he can.

“The answer is if you don’t use it, you lose it,” he said. “I like being with people and I like doing things and I like to contribute. There might come a time when I have to stop but I’ve always been of the thought that you can’t sit around and do nothing.

“What you get out of the community is what you put into it. I seek no reward but whenever I can assist people, I will do that and that’s what life is about.”

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Disaster Relief for Ratepayers RELIEF IS IN sight for rate payers and community organisations devastated by the flood disaster, with Council set to deliver a financial support package to ease the burden.

Mayor Peter Flannery said that we had experienced some of the toughest weeks in recent memory, and real, practical action was needed.

“Some people have lost everything.

Our community needs help, they need money, and they need it now,” Mayor Flannery said.

“That’s why we’re offering a $250 oneoff rates rebate for residential owneroccupied properties, that have suffered significant damage from this disaster.”

Applications for the rebate opened on March 21, and the rebate will be included on the April 1 to June 30 2022 rates notice to be issued in early this month.

The same rebate is also available for owner-operated small businesses, and the eligibility of Council’s financial hardship policy for them has also been extended.

“If we know about a damage assessment, we’ll go out to those residents, and advise they’re eligible for the rebate, so they won’t have to apply,” said Mayor Flannery.

“Other residential property owners impacted by the floods can also apply to make use of Council’s financial hardship policy and enter an interest free repayment plan to pay off their rates.

“All ratepayers will also have an extra 30 days to pay their rates for the quarter ending 30 June, 2022.”

Council’s Community Grants policy has also been amended to establish a new February 2022 Weather and Flood Event recovery grant.

With this disaster bringing many of our community and sporting organisations to their knees, destroying property and equipment and inundating playing fields, Mayor Flannery said that the Moreton Bay Recovery Fund grants will support the recovery of those organisations and help develop and carry out initiatives to support the broader Moreton Bay community on the journey back from this devastating event.

Moreton Bay Schools Share the Dignity EDUCATION MINISTER GRACE Grace recently announced the first two Moreton Bay schools to receive a Dignity Vending Machine that provides students access to free sanitary products.

“We want all students to be confident to attend school every day. Giving students access to free sanitary products can make a real difference, especially for students whose families are doing it tough, have unstable accommodation or are fleeing domestic and family violence.” Ms Grace said.

The initiative supports Share the Dignity’s aim to distribute period products to women, girls, and anyone who menstruates who needs support and had over 200 schools applying.

“For those schools that missed out this time around, or didn’t get an EOI in, there will be another opportunity to apply for the remaining machines later this year.”

Ms Grace said.

The first two Moreton Bay schools to receive a machine are Bribie Island State High School and Deception Bay State High School.

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Member for Bancroft Chris Whiting said Deception Bay High has an incredibly high level of care for many vulnerable students, and it fits in well with the school ethos to be part of the Share the Dignity project.

Founder of Share the Dignity, Rochelle Courtenay, welcomed the announcement of the successful schools.

“Imagine a world where menstruation is not a barrier to education. I am so proud to see the installation of Dignity Vending Machines in Queensland schools to ensure students can easily access period products when they need them.

“I am also excited to be able to educate boys and girls on menstruation with Period Talk, our menstruation education program, which will help us create long term change and guide us towards a future where period is not a taboo word.”

More information is available at education. qld.gov.au/students/student-health-safetywellbeing/student-health/share-the-dignity

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Give Underwater Hockey a try and learn more about the sport at Morayfield Underwater Hockey’s ‘Have a Go’ day on April 23rd, 2022 from 9am to 11am and the Burpengary Regional Aquatic & Leisure Centre. Book through MBRC website www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au.

According to a recent survey of more than 9600 employees, the majority of workers gave their companies high marks for keeping them safe and supporting them during the pandemic.

Indeed, 84 per cent of employees who said they feel safe and are comfortable at work plan to stay with their employer for the foreseeable future.

Almost three-quarters of the workers (70%) reported feeling comfortable in their workplace.

Two-thirds said their companies were keeping them productive (67%) and safe (66%) from Covid-19 and more than half (58%) believe their employer has supported their wellbeing.

Amaze World has launched on the Sunshine Coast after a $1 million upgrade with new virtual reality dinosaur and treasure hunt experiences.

Formerly Bellingham Maze, Amaze World’s use of virtual reality technology has made it possible for young Queenslanders to jump back in time to the prehistoric age and experience virtual dinosaurs stomping through a new sun-smart maze.

Queenslanders will be able to use Digital Drivers’ Licences from 2023. Townsville will be the first major city to trial the Digital Licence App later this year following a successful trial on the Fraser Coast where users reported a 94% satisfaction rating. The Digital Licence App will be able to be used at home and overseas.

Coles will be Australia’s first major supermarket to offer drone delivery for more than 250 of our most popular grocery items making it faster and easier for customers to get what they need. Partnering with global on-demand drone delivery service, Wing, customers in Canberra will be the first to pilot this exciting new technology, with delivery in minutes.

Bioenergy produced from harvest waste across South East Queensland’s pine plantations could significantly reduce net carbon emissions and nurture an emerging industry, according to research led by the University of the Sunshine Coast. The collaborative research through USC’s Forest Research Institute shows the potential environmental and economic benefits of replacing fossil fuels with bioenergy generated from the branches, tops of trees and stem wood left behind after trees are logged for mills.

The ATO provides assistance for those affected by an event or natural disaster such as a bushfire, cyclone, drought, flood, or storm.

Depending on your situation, they may be able to give you extra time to pay tax or lodge tax returns, activity statements or other obligations; prioritise any refunds owed to you; set up a payment plan tailored to your individual situation; or remit penalties or interest charged during the time you've been affected.

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Creative Industries Demonstration Day CREATIVE BUSINESSES ACROSS the Moreton Bay Region with big ideas or a desire to grow are encouraged to apply to be part of the inaugural Creative Industries Demonstration Day that will be held at the Caboolture Hub in May. To support Moreton Bay Region’s ambition in becoming a top ten innovation hub and to shine a spotlight on the region’s Creative Industry sector, up to ten finalists will be selected to participate from the region’s brightest and best.

Mayor Peter Flannery said the inaugural Creative Industries Demonstration Day offers businesses an invaluable opportunity to pitch

their business to an audience of industry professionals, future customers and potential investors.

All businesses operating within the Creative Industries sector in Moreton Bay Region are encouraged to submit an expression of interest which are are open until Friday, 4th April.

Finalists will be announced the following week and will be required to attend a Pre-Event Workshop hosted by world-class trainer and workshop facilitator Jacqueline Nagle of Any Given Tuesday on Wednesday, 20th April from 9am – 1pm.

The pre-event workshop will assist finalists fine-tune their skills and unlock the elements of influence to provide them with skills across pitching, story-telling, speaking, positioning, business model analysis and strategy.

“Whether you write, code, tell stories, design or something else entirely, this is your chance to step on to a stage and pitch your idea in front of a panel of industry professionals,” said Mayor Flannery.

For more information visit www. innovatemoretonbay.com.au/inspire/creativeindustries-demo-day

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A BLIND TEST of hot cross buns conducted last month by independent consumer group CHOICE, has revealed Coles’ chocolate hot cross buns among the top in the country, making Coles the first and only supermarket to have CHOICE recommended chocolate buns for three years’ running.

The accolade comes after Canstar Blue’s 2021 hot cross bun review revealed Australians voted Coles hot cross buns as the best in the nation, marking a second win in a row. Coles’ hot cross buns achieved five stars for freshness, taste, variety and overall satisfaction, assuming the nation’s great love for Coles buns.

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Above: Original photo, titled ‘In The Trenches’ 6/8/15

HISTORY OF PIONEERING QUEENSLAND NURSE UNEARTHED

A photograph album belonging to New Farm WWI nurse and Queensland’s first female dentist Sister Martha Burns has been found among archival records at Bolton Clarke’s Fernhill residential aged care community at Caboolture.

Sister Burns was among the earliest residents of the home after it opened as Queensland’s second War Veterans Home and was the sole occupant of the top floor quarters for retired nurses in 1959.

The album includes precious personal snaps from World War I, where, as both a trained nurse and Queensland’s first female dentist she served in the Australian Voluntary Hospital at St Nazaire and later at Boulogne, near Ypres.

Sister Burns paved the way for generations of young women to follow. In her own words she ‘had no intention of becoming a lady, driving out in the buggy and taking tea’ so instead became a nurse, training at the Brisbane

Above: Miss Martha Burns, first appeared in The Courier Mail 1954

Hospital from 1896 to 1900, despite her family’s protestations.

Her career as a dental student began with an argument with her Scottish engineer father ‘that no daughter of mine will work at such a thing as dentistry’. But she pointed out that after all, they would both be building bridges and in the end she got her way.

Her penchant for pushing the barriers was lifelong. Her two elder sisters were launched into society at private balls held in their family home, ‘Hope Mansel’ on the corner of Brunswick and Villiers streets at New Farm. Her eldest sister became Mrs John Mowbray.

In 1907 Sister Burns graduated as the first female dentist and bought her own car, becoming one of Brisbane’s first female motorists alongside Dr Lillian Cooper.

Having nursed patients through the bubonic plague in 1900 she ran her own private practice

while playing a leading role in Red Cross including on their military hospitals committee, leading New Farm’s Women’s Emergency Corps branch during the Spanish Flu Epidemic in 1919 and serving as president of the Brisbane Women’s Club.

Sister Burns was a central figure in fundraising for Queensland War Veterans Homes which later became RSL Care, eventually joining with Royal District Nursing Service (RDNS) and taking the new name Bolton Clarke after Brigadier William Kinsey Bolton and early RDNS leader Lady Janet Clarke.

Bolton Clarke is seeking information about family members who could help find a home for the historic album, which includes images of many Queensland servicemen and women and original images of men in the trenches.

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Calling Young Musicians!

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW open for young and emerging musicians in ensembles from across the country to register for the famed Australian Festival of Chamber Music’s (AFCM) Advanced Winterschool, which will be led by acclaimed music maker, clarinettist, chamber musician, collaborator and educator Lloyd Van’t Hoff, who was also 2015 ABC Symphony Australia Young Performer of the Year.

Held from 29 July to 7 August, the AFCM Advanced Winterschool is recognised globally for its high calibre of coaching and mentoring and the significant opportunity it offers students to learn and play alongside some of the best chamber musicians in the world.

And then there’s the tropical location, being Townsville in North Queensland!

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Interested musicians can apply at afcm.com.au, by phone 07 4771 4144 or email winterschool@ afcm.com.au - applications close 14 April 2022.

Not only does the program include private and public masterclasses, coaching, mentoring, and opportunities for private lessons and public performances, but ensembles will also be able to attend daily group sessions with their peers and hear guest presenters from the superb line up of musicians appearing at AFCM 2022.

Students also receive admission to Festival concerts.

“The Advanced Winterschool Program is an unforgettable experience for emerging musicians over 10 days of coaching and development which culminates in a concert by all attending ensembles on Friday 5 August,” said Program Director Lloyd Van’t Hoff.

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“Plus, in exciting news, three Advanced Winterschool Public Masterclasses will be open to the public this year, so if you have ever wondered what goes on in a music lesson, this is your chance to watch live and free!”

In addition to the Advanced Program, the Winterschool Outreach Program presents music in the wider North Queensland region plus provides an extraordinary opportunity for an emerging ensemble to give concerts and create a profile throughout the Festival. This year, that ensemble is the Amiti String Quartet from Brisbane, a talented young ensemble who attended the AFCM Advanced Winterschool in 2021.

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Friday 18th March

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Getting Your Home Loan Approved Faster Every home loan application is unique, so the time between your first contact with your broker and approval can never be Vanessa Bragdon predetermined.

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If an application is not completed correctly, you risk delays in approval, or even being declined by potential lenders. There are, however, some things you can do to help the process move quicker.

Be prepared In order for a lender to assess your capacity to service loan repayments, every financial detail must be taken into account.

FINANCE

Other than the obvious documentation that needs to accompany an application – satisfactory identification and evidence of income by way of pay slips –, lenders may require income statements or tax returns, and records of any investments or shares that you might have.

If you are self-employed, you will need to organise alternative documentation to prove income, such as income tax returns, notice of assessments and financial statements relating to the profit and loss of your business going back two years.

Lenders will also want to see bank statements going back a few months to track your spending and savings history. Most importantly, you will need to provide the details of your debts.

By having all your documents organised and a savings and repayment plan documented, as well as evidence that you can commit to the plan, you will increase your chances of receiving the loan you are after.

Your broker will provide you a list of lender requirements and get help work on a borrowing plan. To speed things along, make sure to provide everything in a timely manner.

Disclose all information Lenders want to see proof that you are capable of managing the responsibility of the loan, through steady employment, a good credit history and a debt-free approach to your financials.

To avoid back and forth requests, which can delay your application, ensure your lender has a thorough understanding of you as an applicant including appropriate identification of all borrowers.

Provide all the supporting and necessary documents upfront to your broker, have good, current information on your financial position

and convey as much detail as possible in relation to your requirements and objectives as possible.

Your broker will not only need to have your full financial details, they’ll also need to take reasonable steps to verify them.

Skip the valuation queue Not all applications require a valuation, depending on the property and lending institution and forgoing this step can save a considerable amount of time. You can also save time by having a valuation completed prior to your application if the chosen lender allows it.

Your broker can help organise this for you.

Choose a lender with good turnaround times.

Time frames for lender assessment vary considerably and can range from a day or two, subject to all information being provided to weeks. If time frames are important to meet purchase requirements, your broker can advise of lenders with quicker turnaround times.

Do you have a finance question? Ask Vanessa!

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Essential Date Claimers for Art Lovers

Gabrielle Turnbull Art So Lively

Looking at the exciting range of productions coming to our region in 2022 suggests we may enjoy a break or two from the devastating effects the pandemic has had on the arts.

THE ARTS

There are a number of great shows coming to Brisbane, the first of which is `Cabaret de Paris` starring Australia’s leading lady Rhonda Burchmore. The show which has performed to sold out performances in Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide is designed to thrill with unbelievably exciting acts complemented by a host of exquisitely bejewelled dancers, in the true `Folies Bergère` tradition. There are 2 performances only at 2.00pm and 7.30pm at the QPAC Concert Hall on Saturday March 12.

Bookings: qpac.com.au or phone 136246.

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Closer to home, the Redcliffe Entertainment Centre presents `Priscilla Queen of the Desert` with performances on March 11, 12 and 13 and again on 18, 19 and 20. Later this year, celebrating its 21st anniversary and coming to the same venue, is the original New York and Las Vegas super hit `Menopause the Musical`.

It’s on for 3 performances only on October 25th and 26th October and I believe tickets are selling fast. Bookings on 3283 0407.

Brisbane’s Institute of Modern Art has a great program for 2022. Starting this month and running through to April they have `The Language that is every Stone` an exhibition

that covers the life of the Martinican writer Edouard Glissant.

One of Moreton Bay regional libraries many programs that appealed to me was the SVL program [Beginner Readers] designed to help our youngsters on that exciting journey of learning to read. The program has over 3000 books just waiting for the `littlies`.

The Moreton Bay Region Art Prize is open for entries from local resident artists and/or artists from the First Nations people who live off country but identify as Kabi Kabi, Turrbal and Jimbara Traditional Owner Groups. Entry is free and applications close March 10. Enquiries Pine Rivers Art Gallery phone 3480 6941.

The Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund [RADF] which provides funding for individuals and organisations that promote arts, culture and heritage in the Moreton region will open it’s next round of funding on March 1 through to the 31st. The funding applies for projects commencing May 1 2022. For information and application form go to www.moretonbay.qld. gov.au regional art development fund.

The Abbey Museum is looking for volunteers who would welcome visitors and manage their reception desk. Interested? Phone 5495 1652.

Do you have an art question? Ask Gabrielle!

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Benefits of a Spa Treatment What is that indulgent thing that all women and many men love but don’t allow themselves to have Monica Shannahan very often, or sadly for La Bella Day Spa + Clinic some not at all?

A Spa treatment!

We all love them but often forget to pamper ourselves or even feel a sense of guilt if we think to allow ourselves to a sort of spa treatment whether it be a body scrub, spa pedicure, massage or facial.

The physical, emotional, and mental benefit of Spa treatments have been long known in history.

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Ancient civilisations-built bathhouses, saunas and so on for the purpose of bathing, but also to relax and beautify the body.

The first civilisation that embarked in the quest of wellbeing and relaxation were the Egyptians, they believed that the cleaner and well-oiled the person was, the closer they were to the gods. They understood the therapeutic power of hot tubs, essential oils and flower oils.

You might recall Queen Cleopatra of Ancient Egypt; she was renowned for her glowing skin and stunning beauty. It is known that to keep her skin soft and beautiful she had regular donkey milk baths, she owned 700 lactating donkeys!

The Greeks followed the belief that bathing has a therapeutic purpose, not just hygiene and cleanliness. Then the Romans went a step further utilising the hot and mineral springs and building thermal baths. The expansion of the Roman Empire spread the concept of a spa as a space to socialise, relax and receive medical treatment all around the world.

Whatever your goal is, to lose weight, feel good in your own skin, feel grounded and balanced mentally and emotionally, it seems that society’s approach is self-denial, discipline, and hard work as the key to success, and that most of us are willing to do almost anything in order to realise our goals.

How refreshing to know that the secret of I think most would agree that a spa pampering wellbeing is not all about self-depravation but is one of the most appealing and delightful a bit of self-indulgence and care can keep us experiences that we can treat ourselves to. motivated and energize us to be happy. Spa treatments are not only highly enjoyable but Just being in a spa environment is beneficial highly beneficial in different ways. for our wellbeing, being away from our phones and emails, from the noise and stress of the Join me in the following article to discover more everyday life and be cared for and pampered benefits of spa treatments. by someone who cares about your wellbeing is very therapeutic even before the actual spa Do you have a beuaty question? Ask Manica! treatment even starts.

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Using Taping for Injury Prevention For a lot of athletes/ sportspeople - whether you play high level or not, have had some experience with sports taping (also called strapping).

The Moreton All Body Care Team Taping* is usually provided to prevent injury, reduce pain or to facilitate/inhibit areas of the body.

There have been discussions about taping in the past whether there are negative consequences of taping on a regular basis such as taping will reduce the performance of the athlete or weaken the area of taping but evidence has shown to not negatively affect the performance of the athlete, with or without history of an injury.

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Pain reduction - reduction of stress on structures around the injured area.

Reduce swelling - in acute injuries.

Proprioceptive feedback - taping can improve proprioception by enhancing muscular control, and can provide ankle position awareness.

Psychological - taping increased confidence and decreased anxiety about sustaining an injury in athletes

- with or without previous injury and provides a feeling of stability and sense of reassurance.

especially when returning back after an injury or with a history of injury. There are of course circumstances where taping would not be advisable such as skin allergies/conditions, open wounds or sensory loss around the area.

Taping is usually provided for the athlete during games for injury prevention or following an injury for protection. It is arguable due to the training and rehabilitation being completed outside of the games and with the taping only being on for a few hours at most, it is not enough to weaken any joints or ligaments. It is now recommended to tape (or brace) all ankles for certain sports such as basketball/netball with a history of ankle sprains.

* Completed by a qualified sports trainer/health professional

In summary, it is advisable for the average athlete/sportsperson to be taped up for games,

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If you have any concerns about taping or bracing as an alternative, it is best to chat to your team trainer/physiotherapist or even have a chat to one of our physiotherapists.

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Traditional Chinese Medicine and Menstruation Words: Deb Howcroft-Miles

Are you trying to conceive naturally?

Do you experience disturbances in your menstrual cycle? Keep reading to learn how an Acupuncturist can help regulate your menstrual cycle?

The female monthly cycle is a complex interplay of bodily interactions, including the reproductive and endocrine systems. Each system communicates with the other to provide feedback on when hormones need to be produced so menstruation can effectively occur. Any part of this delicate communication network that is not working efficiently can affect fertility.

Essentially hormones are a key component of keeping the body in flow, and imbalances in hormones can result in menstrual disturbances.

Beyond fertility, female hormones are generally responsible for ensuring a woman’s body functions optimally for good health and harmony physically, mentally and ultimately spiritually.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) provides a unique way of addressing menstrual disturbances that help restore harmony by looking at health from a holistic perspective. TCM treats the whole person – mind, body and spirit.

Research demonstrates that acupuncture effectively influences hormonal pathways, reduces pain, and restores function to the reproductive and endocrine system.

Specifically, in addressing disturbances to the menstrual cycle, acupuncture will work to regulate the brain–ovary feedback loop, thus balancing hormones, promoting ovulation and restoring a regular menstruation cycle.

Acupuncture has a calming effect on the nervous system. It helps stimulate blood flow, making it the perfect complementary therapy when undergoing Invitro Fertilization (IVF) and other medically assisted reproductive treatments (ART).

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Autumn: The Best Season of All ANZAC MEMORIAL AVENUE After a century it is time to revitalise!

ANZAC Day, April 25 is the perfect time to consider the significance of ANZAC Memorial Avenue. This tree lined meandering roadway, linking two of the principal centres of Moreton Bay - Petrie and Redcliffe - was originally regarded as one of Australia’s most distinctive boulevards.

Planning for this major 18 km road corridor started in 1922, to commemorate the sacrifice of so many local soldiers during the First World War, and in all conflicts since. Two thousand carefully selected avenue trees were planted, spaced regularly along each side of the two lane roadway, and many trees have a personal connection with fallen soldiers. When opened in 1925, the Governor General, politicians and distinguished local residents, planted special trees to define each end of the avenue. Initially it was a spacious road corridor but over the decades since, it has become necessary to widen the carriageway to four or more lanes. Many of the trees have now reached advanced age and are in decay. Overhead powerlines limit the optimum form of numerous specimens, and others have been removed for various reasons.

Lawrie Smith AM

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Landscape Architect

Consequently 100 years after it was

Anzac Avenue, Kallangur – memorial focal point

commenced, the formality and continuity of this important avenue has lost much of its originally anticipated visual quality and commemorative significance. This symbolic heritage road corridor now provides a unique opportunity for the Moreton Bay Council to plan to rehabilitate and enhance Anzac Avenue, to restore the original vision for the next century as the principal streetscape element of the city - a prominent and distinctive ‘green spine’ sweeping though the surrounding commercial and residential precincts.

Anzac Avenue, Mango Hill – mature Mango trees

EXPLORE ENDEAVOUR BOULEVARD North Lakes In keeping with the ‘avenue’ theme, why not take a walk along Endeavour Boulevard, a four lane divided road fully planted out with street trees - left & right footpaths and centre median – an excellent example of what a boulevard should be. Start your walk from the roundabout intersection with Memorial Drive and meander along the boulevard to Diamond Jubilee Way, about 4km. Specimens of many suitable street trees, mostly native and now more than 20 years old are creating a dramatic avenue of shade with colourful seasonal flowers.

PLANT OF THE MONTH Corymbia ptychocarpa Swamp Bloodwood This ideal ornamental flowering gum tree for

Eucalyptus ptychocarpa along Endeavour Boulevard

the home garden, is originally from across tropical northern Australia, but thrives in Moreton Bay in all but dry and rocky soils. An upright, open habit specimen to 4 metres with distinctive very large shiny, olive green leaves weeping attractively.

The decorative bouquets of pink to red flowers are displayed across the leaf canopy in autumn and again in spring, dripping nectar that attracts parrots and honey eating birds. Clusters of large gum nuts make interesting decorative additions to dried floral arrangements.

Do you have a gardening question? Ask Lawrie! Email editor@featuremagazine.com.au

Furniture Flood Recovery For three generations, we Murphy's have dealt with flood recovery.

ANTIQUES

Over the years, we have been Meade Murphy heavily involved in all the Murphy's Antiques & floods in South Queensland Restoration but have never seen a rain event like this. Currently, Murphy's Antiques and Restorations are heavily booked out with the public, church repair & restoration and government projects. We can't help everyone at the moment, but we can give you some much-needed advice to assist you.

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If your furniture is solid timber, hose off the mud and debris, and dry the furniture with a towel. Do not put it in the sun to dry as this may cause warping, cracking, etc. Leave it in the garage with all the doors open, making sure that the drawers and shelves are out (so they don't swell in the framework).

If your furniture is veneer – remove the mud with mineral turpentine & steel wool and dry with a towel as you work from top to bottom.

Most antique furniture is lined with pine and will take up to 3 days to dry out.

The next thing to do is to make up polish rejuvenation. Buy a small 500ml spray bottle; pour in 150ml of pale boiled linseed oil, 150ml of gum turpentine and 150ml of methylated spirits. All these items are readily available at your local hardware store. I call this product "Shake to Rejuvenate".

Shake well before using. And shake it regularly as this product will separate in 30 seconds!

Spray on a pad of 0000 steel wool and apply with the grain. Letting the solution soak in helps in removing the yellowing of the polish almost immediately. Don't rub hard as the polish might come off. Remember, it is 1/3 methylated spirits, which is the base for French polish and varnish.

Note: We use this mixture on French polish, varnish and single pack lacquer. It may not work on 2 pack lacquering, marine poly enamels and hard finishes, which should be waterproof anyway.

Now that you have rejuvenated the polish, you need to give it a good drink. We use straight orange oil with a rag and leave it to soak in for half an hour. Then, we wipe off the excess with a dry rag (orange oil also available from the local hardware store).

Next is a feed and seal. The best products for a good feed and seal are ethanol-based waxes such as Liberon or Jacpol wax. They are not easily obtained as one is made in France and the other in England; however, they are available online. If you can get them, buy them in a medium brown. Suppose you can't get hold of them. In that case, you should be able to buy Australia's best wax – Gilly Stephenson's dark restoring wax, again available at your local hardware store.

Apply the wax in a circular motion feeding the grain, then finish off in a straight line with the

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grain. Leave to dry for 20 minutes and then buff.

This process also works for coffee cup marks on tables etc.

If this is not successful, I'm afraid it's a strip, sand and polish.

My partner Leanne and I went across to the Brisbane Corso along the Brisbane River, Yeronga to save antique furniture that had been submerged under water - this included a baby grand piano. Along the way, what did we see?

Tonnes and tonnes of wet "cardboard furniture" piled up on the side of the road, yet there were no antiques to be seen. What we did to restore the water affected furniture astonished the local residents.

Murphy's Antique & Restorations offer a free online quote service. Please email your photos to admin@murphysantiques.com. It may take a while to reply as we are busy with flood damage.

Do you have a question for Meade? Email us at editor@featuremagazine.com.au

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GOLFING FANS CAN rejoice as X-Golf launches its first ever mini golf franchise, Hey Caddy, an 18-hole immersive world experience now open in North Lakes.

Mini Golf Moves Into North Lakes

The first of its kind in Australia, Hey Caddy at North Lakes offers families and friends the chance to try their hand at a new age in putt putt, with each hole boasting unique destination-based themes including Coachella, Bora Bora, Cappadocia and more.

An arm of the thriving recreational golfing brand which has exploded with 14 franchises nation-wide since its launch in 2016, X-Golf’s, Hey Caddy brings a superior mini putt experience to the city unlike anything else.

Whether you want to dive deep into the boroughs of Melbourne’s Hosier Lane, putt over the bumpy surfaces of Mars, test your skills swinging between the Ferris wheels and cacti of Coachella, challenge yourself atop China’s lengthy Great Wall, tee off at the site of Nevada’s Area 51, or get freaky amongst the scenery of Mexico’s Day of the Dead, Hey Caddy has something for everyone.

X-Golf Head of Marketing, Amy Puglisi, said that Hey Caddy was created to provide customers with a unique indoor mini putt experience that aligns with X-Golf’s core values of providing a fun and inclusive entertainment golfing experience.

“We’re pleased to offer somewhere aligned with the vibrant local demographic that is much more than a place to go out and eat or drink at, but a versatile immersive golfing experience suited to wide array of guests whether you’re clever with a club not.”

Hey Caddy’s first ever franchisees nation-wide are Dr Anthony Mahler and Olga Mahler - Moreton locals since 2018 who were brimming with confidence in the growing local market when they took a leap to open the new venue.

A respected local couple who are both currently in Poland spearheading Olga’s Ukrainian support project, ‘Help Us to Shelter Ukraine’, Olga migrated from Ukraine nine years ago and is now facilitating the short-term needs of the country’s blind refugees with food and accommodation, as well as assisting with relocations to neighbouring European safe havens.

A golfing enthusiast and now retired general practitioner with many years of medical experience up his sleeve, Dr Mahler understands the importance of maintaining general wellbeing.

“Hey Caddy is an exciting new entertainment space where people can join together to for a laid-back outing while putting some of the regular stressors of daily life to the side,” Dr Mahler said.

“We’re thrilled to open the doors to North Brisbane and beyond, with delicious fresh food, distinctive drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere whether you’re visiting during the day with the little ones or later at night with a large group of friends.”

A lively new venue oozing with detail that must be seen to be believed, the impressive murals strewn across the walls are created by internationallyacclaimed Brisbane-based artist, Lee ‘LINZ’ Harnden.

In addition to miniature golf, Hey Caddy also offers a selection of food including popcorn cauliflower, cheeseburger spring rolls and donut fries, and a fully licensed bar with great cocktails, beer and wine.

X-Golf is thrilled to have employed over 30 local people to operate the North Lakes venue.

To explore Hey Caddy in more detail or to book your experience at North Lakes, visit bit.ly/HeyCaddyNL

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Critically Speaking: How the West was Won Up to the age of ten, I marvelled at the bravery and skill of my screen cowboy heroes, the likes of Tom Mix, Hopalong Cassidy and Richard Lancaster Gene Autry. Along with The Cryptic Critic a group of mates at the Saturday morning matinee session at the local cinema, we followed their exciting exploits, overcoming evil and in the process ridding the West of endless hordes of bank robbers, cattle rustlers and other ne'er-do-wells.

But let's deal with the truth first. `The real Wild West` stretched from Montana all the way down to Texas and then to the west coast.

Yes, the country was wild and untamed. Yes, the Indians did rightly fight for their land. And yes, the original settlers did have a tough time settling in. They faced hurricanes, tornados and flooding, living in rough lean-to shacks made from logs cut from the forests. They were often hungry due to a lack of food. They did have disputes on water rights and cattle rustling, but these were mostly amicably resolved.

But as to gangs of rustlers and bank robbers riding into towns shooting up the locals and then facing a lone sheriff, who single-headedly

shoots the lot, very rarely happened! After mustering cattle all day, all that most of the dusty, hot, tired cowboys wanted was a hot bath, followed by a night of drinking and playing cards with their mates. There was seldom a gunfight, and the Hollywood labelled `wicked` Dodge City with its equally `evil` Boot Hill cemetery, supposedly filled with the bodies of countless gunslingers, contained the bodies of law-abiding citizens, who mostly died of natural causes.

The initial culprits who created the `Wild West` myth were a couple of 19th-century fiction writers and an artist whose words and illustrations captured the hearts of city-bound folk, bored by American suburban routine.

Hollywood, realising a `gold-mine` in the making, filmed its first `western` in 1903 and went on to make millions. That's why nowadays, I can't enjoy a John Wayne western, the same way as I did!

OPINION

Afterwards, we would enact their roles back at home, toting plastic guns and discarded Panama hats as disguises. More sophisticated and believable models arrived on the screen as I grew older. John Wayne, Clint Eastwood and Yul Brynner appeared, essentially still enacting similar scenarios as their predecessors had done. So my `Wild West` fantasy lived on; Hooray! But there comes a time for everything!

I read `Made in America` by one of America's brilliant contemporary writers Bill Bryson. As I turned each well-researched page, my fantasy of how my heroes conquered the wild west rapidly evaporated.

Struggling With Distressing Current Events?

Lifeline Can Help you!

WITH DISTRESSING EVENTS continuing both at home and overseas, Lifeline is reassuring the community that it is normal to be experiencing some level of psychological distress.

Patron John Brogden said it’s critical that every Australian knows they can access services like Lifeline when they are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty coping or staying safe.

“Our thoughts go out to anyone directly impacted by the floods in Queensland and NSW. Our 13 11 14 crisis line is available 24/7 and our Lifeline Centres on the ground are ready and primed to provide practical and psychological help at a local level.”

“The vision and stories of war in Europe are very distressing to us all – more so for Australians whose family, friends and homelands are at war.”

“Even for the most resilient of us, some of the news we are reading and images we are seeing at the moment are very confronting, and we know there will be an increasing number of people who will be struggling with heightened anxiety and distress.”

“If you are feeling overwhelmed, I encourage you to connect with Lifeline in the way you feel most comfortable, whether that be on 13 11 14, or via our 24/7 text and webchat services”.

“Our trained Crisis Supporters are ready and waiting day and night to listen without judgement, chat about your needs, worries and feelings and work with you to explore the best ways to stay safe and get support in your community.”

Lifeline has also developed a range of free toolkits to provide you with practical

information and assistance during challenging times. Anyone can browse, print or and download them at www.lifeline.org.au/ resources/toolkit-downloads/.

There is tailored support for anyone being impacted by floods at www.lifeline.org.au/ floods.

Lifeline is Australia’s leading suicide prevention service, with 41 centres around the nation. The service responds to over one million requests for support each year, creating an average of 120 safety plans to keep a person experiencing suicidal ideation safe every day.

You can phone Lifeline to speak to a Crisis Supporter on 13 11 14 (24 hours/7 days), text 0477 131 114 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) or chat to Lifeline online at www.lifeline.org.au (24 hours/7 days).

Mr Brogden revealed Lifeline has received approximately 192,000 calls and 32,000 text and webchat contacts since January 1st, 2022 and continues to see elevated call volumes compared to those before the COVID-19 pandemic.

“During January and February, calls to Lifeline were up 5% on the same months last year.

We are consistently seeing this trend towards increased help seeking behaviour, and I am pleased to say that Lifeline’s call answer rates remain around 90%,” said Mr Brogden.

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CABOOLTURE SPORTS CLUB With three dining outlets, there’s something for all taste buds & budgets at Queensland’s 2019 & 2020 Club of the Year. Choose from The Mill Restaurant, Laneway Café or Tempo Lounge & Bar. Open Daily from 10am Ph: 5497 9711 19-27 Station Rd, Morayfield www.cabsports.com.au @cabsports

Fruity Mocktail

Words: Lulu Grimes, BBC Good Food

Make this fruit-flavoured mocktail with grenadine and orange juice to serve as a non-alcoholic drink option at a family party. It's more fun with grape and blueberry stirrers that double as a snack Ingredients: • handful of green grapes • handful of blueberries • 4 tbsp grenadine • 300-400ml orange juice • sparkling water , to top up You will need: • 4 bamboo skewers Method: 1.

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Pour the grenadine into four glasses. Gently tip the glasses and pour the orange juice down the inside of the glasses so it sits on top of the grenadine. Top up with sparking water, and add the stirrers to serve.

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