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ON THE COVER: JOE CAMILLERI PHOTO BY: TANIA JOVANOVIC
HAVE YOUR SAY:
Where to go to have your say on the proposed Bruce Highway Western Alternative and Oakey Flat Road/Young Road Intersection Upgrade.
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Walker Plans Next Move:
He’s one of Brisbane Football’s most decorated coaches, but Nathan Walker’s credentials can perhaps best be summed up by the success of his daughter’s under-14 team.
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Where There's a Will, There's a Way:
The experience of sitting behind the bass in the orchestra pit as a young child, watching his professional musician parents perform in variety theatre during the war, triggered a life-long love of the theatre and acting, for 88 year-old Michael Pitcher.
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School Holiday Fun:
It’s that time again and school holidays are upon us. This time, for the longer stretch across Christmas and until school goes back at the end of January. So, if you’re looking for things to do to keep your darling children entertained, here’s a few ideas that may help pass some time.
“My favourite song to play I feel is Hold on to Me. There’s just something about this song and I can get away with that song in any situation. It’s so joyous and it sounds amazing because it’s a rolling rhythm and it says something positive." - Joe Camilleri, A Passion and Love for Music, p10
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School Holiday Fun at Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq
Further Consultation for Bruce Highway Western Alternative
Looking for something new to do over the School Holidays? There’s a new super cool kid in town - Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq, a house of fun (cue: Madness), arcade games, trippy virtual reality experiences and 10 lanes of bowling, not to mention insane cocktails and ripsnorter of a menu.
A phased consultation approach has been developed for a western alternative to the Bruce Highway between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast with a preferred option identified for Stage 1. Queensland Deputy Premier and Member for Murrumba Steven Miles said the first phase of consultation for Stage 1 had recently wrapped up.
Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq will open on December 2nd alongside fellow Funlab family members, Strike and Holey Moley Golf Club at the Big Top Shopping Centre, Maroochydore to create Queensland’s very first Funlab Precinct!
“Through technical investigations and community feedback, the preferred corridor for Stage 1 has been identified from Moodlu to Moorina within the future Caboolture West development area.” Mr Miles said.
So, if you haven’t heard of Mario Cart, Monopoly Roll ‘n Go, Virtual Rabbids VR, Fast Track Air Hockey or Zombie Splash (among a leaderboard of more), you’d better brush up! These are the arcade games – old school and new – they are going to blow your mind!
Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said three options were presented to the community with the central option listed as the preferred option.
If you are over 18, think cocktails that celebrate flavour, colour and all that fizz! Mocktails are also available to make sure the under 18s don't miss out.
"The preferred alignment offered more opportunities for local road connections, better environmental outcomes and fewer property impacts,” Mr Bailey said.
Time to wear your sparkle and get ready to play! Find out more at www.archiebrothers. com.au.
"The central alignment starts at the D'Aguilar Highway and travels south towards Caboolture River Road, staying close to the existing power easement.
Have Your Say on the Oakey Flat Road and Young Road Intersection Upgrade
"The corridor will provide for future interchanges and allow local roads to pass over or under the new road.
Council is proposing to upgrade the intersection of Young Road/Oakey Flat Road/Sovereign Drive in Narangba from a roundabout to a signalised intersection to improve safety and efficiency.
"Connections will link with locations that support public and active transport, the future town centre, key employment areas and health and education facilities. Federal Member for Longman, Terry Young MP, said the corridor will provide for future interchanges and allow local roads to pass over or under the new road.
To provide feedback, please complete the feedback form at https://yoursay.moretonbay. qld.gov.au/oakey-flat-road-and-young-roadintersection-upgrade-narangba by 5pm Friday 17 December 2021
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"We are working closely with the Moreton Bay Regional Council to consider development pressure and understand future needs of the region as we prioritise future stages of the route,” Mr King said.
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"Consultation is expected to start for Stage 2 early next year (2022), however in the meantime the community can provide early feedback on future stages through the project webpage.
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Recognised for Excellence Embracia Embracia Aged Care was presented as a Finalist in the prestigious Prime Super Employer Excellence in Aged Care Award by Louie Gorgijeski, Regional Manager, Prime Super at the 2021 Queensland Community Achievement Awards Gala Presentation Dinner held at Royal on the Park Brisbane on Friday 5th November. The Awards were hosted by Kendall Gilding, 7NEWS Presenter and over 300 guests gathered from across the state including official guest, Mr Peter Russo MP, Member for Toohey on behalf of the Hon Leeanne Enoch MP, Minister for Communities and Housing, Minister for Digital Economy and Minister for the Arts to celebrate Queensland’s high achievers.
North Harbour North Harbour’s extensive parklands and open space at Burpengary East have taken out top honours in the Parks and Recreation category at the prestigious 2021 UDIA Queensland Awards for Excellence. The community was also named a finalist in the highly competitive Environmental Excellence award category, highlighting North Harbour’s commitment to sustainability, innovative and efficient practices. North Harbour’s open space includes five parks, free events such as yoga and parkrun, and features 6km of riverside mountain bike trails, walking trails, and educational recreation facilities which showcase the history of the original “Moray Fields” settlement at the Queensland Heritage Registered site. North Harbour Project Director, Bryan Finney, said the North Harbour team was delighted to be recognised as an industry leader in both categories. North Harbour’s connected master plan promotes the site’s natural features and seamlessly blends residential areas with pocket parks, playgrounds, gathering spaces, picnic areas and gardens.
Young Mums get Boost From University Donations Not-for-profit charity group A Brave Life (ABL) has praised staff and students at USC Moreton Bay for quickly filling a donation box on campus with baby clothes, nappies and other products. A Brave Life founder Mel Redsell said the items would be given to vulnerable mothers and mothers-to-be – such as teenagers, those affected by domestic violence and homelessness, or those who just need extra help. “Having these extra products means we can supply them with brand new and good-quality items for their new-born babies,” Mrs Redsell said. “It means a mum feels equipped with those immediate essentials. She feels like she’s got all those things that she needs for her newborn baby to give her confidence and a head start.” Brendale-based ABL has gifted over 800 baby bundles so far this year, working with maternity hospitals, social workers and young parent organisations to identify women, aged up to 25, in need. One recipient was Deception Bay resident Sophie-Jane Adler-Magee, 21, who is now
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studying Nursing Science at USC Moreton Bay. Sophie-Jane, who had her daughter at 18, said she was delighted to receive the baby bundle at 28 weeks and had been impressed with the ongoing support ABL had provided to her since. Mrs Redsell said when Sophie-Jane heard about ABL’s baby bundle drive she wanted to give back to another young mum, so she donated a large amount of new baby products. “We heard about her incredible donation and connected with her and then she said to us that she wanted to go to university to become a registered Nurse, so we offered her support through our mentoring and tutoring program,” she said.
Becker said staff and students were keen to support ABL because the organisation shared in the belief of the power of education to change lives. “We are proud to have some ABL participants now studying at USC Moreton Bay,” Professor Becker said. “They remind us that we can all strive to continually learn and grow regardless of the other commitments we have in our lives.” For more about A Brave Life email Mel Redsell at info@abravelife.com.au .
“They have supported me throughout the past two years by providing a tutor, and Mrs Redsell has helped me gain my confidence as a student whilst also being a single mother, as she was in a very similar situation when she was studying to become a Registered Nurse.” Sophie-Jane said ABL had also assisted her emotionally when she has felt under stress. “They’ve done so much,” she said. Head of USC Moreton Bay Professor Karen
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Walker Plans Next Move Words: Tim Vetter Photos by: MMM Photography
He’s one of Brisbane Football’s most decorated coaches, but Nathan Walker’s credentials can perhaps best be summed up by the success of his daughter’s under-14 team.
Walker began playing football at 5 years old, moving between Adelaide and Brisbane, before settling at Caboolture FC. After a stint playing in Brisbane, including trialling for the Brisbane Roar, he returned to his home club.
“The girls didn’t win a single game and conceded over 100 goals in the season before I took them on,” he said.
He was set to play for Caboolture’s top side, but an ACL injury kept him on the sideline.
“The next year we lost in the semi-finals, and the season after we didn’t lose a single game and won the premiership.” Turning struggling teams around is a trait that defines Walker’s 10-year coaching career – which he has drawn the curtain on to focus on his next move. He took Caboolture FC from Capital League 4 in 2016 to the Brisbane Premier League in 2019 with three successive premierships, before helping Narangba FC turn their fortunes around with the Capital League 3 title in their first season back from a Brisbane Football hiatus. Walker has also been heavily involved in indigenous football, having coached and played for the Brisbane Warrigals representative team, and spearheading a range of indigenous football events at Caboolture FC and the wider community.
Caboolture President Nev Male had seen Walker progress through the ranks as a junior player, and strongly encouraged him to take up the coaching role. “My view is that coaches have to have people skills to be successful,” Male said.
“It’s not the cheapest sport to play, particularly if you want to access high quality coaching and move up through the ranks. “I want to break down some of the barriers - financial or otherwise - that may prevent talented youngsters taking up the sport. “It can be particularly hard for indigenous kids to get involved at club level so that will be a big focus too. “I’ve got a few things in the works on how we’ll actually do this, so I’m really excited to get it going and start helping get more kids involved in football.”
“It’s all well and good to get accreditation and have the knowledge and technical skills, but if you don’t know how to get the most out of players you’re not going to make it. “I knew Nathan would be able to do that. He’s got the knowledge of the game, and he really knows how to work with his players. “It helps that he played himself, and was mates with a lot of other players who supported him and wanted to play for him.
“I feel like I’ve achieved everything I wanted to as a senior coach so I’m pretty comfortable with my decision to retire, particularly with COVID and a few other things really changing how the game is now,” he said.
“I remember in the early days at Caboolture we were playing in Brisbane’s 9th division. We couldn’t get a coach who got the most out of the players - they all had the right accreditation and good ideas, but we kept failing.
“Caboolture was my club as a junior, but when I took on the coaching role they were in a bit of a shambles so I’m really proud to have helped turn them around and get them to where they are today.
“Nathan was exactly who we needed, and really helped turn the club around.”
“Then to do a similar thing at Narangba and help them get back on track - I’m very happy with what I’ve achieved.”
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That would end up being where he had the most impact, but Walker was hesitant at first to take up coaching.
“My next goal is to try and come up with a way to get as many juniors involved in the game as possible.
While he may have announced his retirement from senior coaching, Walker plans to keep giving back to the game he loves. “For now I’m just going to focus on relaxing and having more time with the family,” he said.
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A Passion and Love for Music Words: Sheree Hoddinett Photo by: Ian Ritter
Humble, humorous and with a long list of hit songs, Joe Camilleri is a name ingrained in the music industry in Australia. If you haven’t heard of him directly, chances are you likely know him from The Black Sorrows or Jo Jo Zep and The Falcons. Now, the self-taught musician can add another accolade to his name, the release of his 50th album Saint Georges Road. With no signs of slowing down anytime soon, 73-year-old Joe can’t wait to hit the stage again and share his passion and love of music beyond the walls of his lounge room. He’s certainly not your average Joe on the street, but fame and fortune definitely hasn’t made Joe Camilleri too big for his own boots. Quick to make a joke at his own expense and always thinking of others, it’s hard to imagine he’s spent many years in the spotlight creating entertainment for everyone else to enjoy. When he first started in the world of music, Joe admits it was something he thought wouldn’t last long. Releasing his 50th album, while monumental in anyone’s books, for Joe, it’s just another day doing what he loves to do. “It’s like age, it’s just a number really,” he says. “I started this caper when it was a different world. Being a musician was something you couldn’t get a loan from the bank for, you had to say you were a musical director. “But once you make one album and start touring and then success starts, then you get the bug and you have to make another record in 12 months and then you make another record and try to repeat that same success. So one thing led to another and here I am, I didn’t even know it was 50 records. Someone else pointed it out. “The whole thing about 50…it’s a lovely number…but on many levels it doesn’t mean anything to me, it’s like a birthday, I’m 73 now. It’s more how you feel isn’t it. For me, it’s all about a love to play music. But strangely enough, the album itself is taking on a life of its own, which is a credit to the effort that goes in.” For someone who has enjoyed success during his career, Joe is very open about the fact he never thought he would be a musician, he just loved music and having it in his life. “I was one of 10 kids and my salvation or saviour back then was the radio,” he says. “It was just my little thing, I loved the songs of the day and I could sing them. “Originally I thought I was going to be a tailor because I like the rag trade. You wouldn’t know it when you look at me now, but I was pretty dapper in those days. “I quite literally fell into a band when I went to a show with some friends and it went from there. I always liked being in a band from those early days. It became something I really enjoyed and I had a liking for music from the 30’s and 40’s and then eventually it was something that just became my daily bread.” With well-known and loved songs including Hit and Run, Harley and Rose, Hold on to Me, Chained to the Wheel and Never Let Me Go…just to name a few…Joe says it’s hard to pick a favourite song when there’s been so many. “I have my staple songs but my favourite song to play I feel is Hold on to Me,” he says. “There’s just something about this song and I can get away with that song in any situation. It’s so joyous and it sounds amazing because it’s a rolling rhythm and it says something positive. It’s a one line chorus that says you can hold on to me and it’s a beautiful thing to say. That’s a song that doesn’t really change, it’s a set piece and it hasn’t changed much from when it was first recorded.” When you have been writing songs for a big chunk of your music career, where exactly does the inspiration come from? For Joe, it can be any combination of things from writing abstract to first or second person or as an overlooker of the world, relating an aspect or theme. He says each and every song is different. “Take a song like What Stephanie Knows, it’s a different kind of song and I’ve never written a song like it from a chordal structure and from a lyric structure,” he says. “Using words to say she could be this type of woman or that type of woman and it was a really nice way of putting that song together. And then you find beautiful words to make that work, something like “time doesn’t run it flows and that’s what Stephanie knows” or “there’s a miracle inside a rose”, they’re just
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pretty little lines you find. You use all the things available to you as a musician to bring these things together. “When I was looking for songs in the earlier days, I used to look in my pockets and there would be little notes with lines on them. Now it’s all on the phone because you can use your phone just like a recorder.” It’s no secret the impact the Covid pandemic has had on the music business and entertainment industry as a whole, especially when it comes to touring. For artists like Joe, sharing their music with others is a big part of why they do what they do. “I hate it,” Joe says of not being able to be on stage and perform for a crowd. “Sometimes I do shows in my lounge room by myself, it certainly makes the neighbours happy. “I’ll play ballads like Around Midnight or Easy to Love and they’re beautiful songs to play by yourself. Then sometimes I’ll play some country music, some heartbreakers. I think the difficult part of when you’re playing music by yourself is it’s really hard to get to the end of a song and it can go on for a while, but no one seems to complain. “But I’m definitely missing the chance to tour and let’s face it, I’ve got an album to promote. Plus it’s my social life. Music is part of our daily bread, everybody loves music, it’s just a social thing to do and we miss the arts, we miss all the things we took for granted in a way. “There’s nothing nicer than playing in front of an audience and riding that wave together. They have come to see you, they’ll accept anything from you and the way I see it, you don’t want to let them down. No matter how big or small it is, whether it’s for 70 or 15,000 people, it still excites me and I kind of respect it.” While everyone thinks the bigger the crowd, the better the show, Joe believes it’s all about perspective. “I think when you’re playing for a big crowd you have to look bigger and in my case I look thinner,” he says with a laugh. “But when you’re in a smaller venue you have this opportunity to be about more than just being one-dimensional. I could sing Saint Georges Road and it would relate because it’s a relatable concept we all have to go through. I could do some other ballad but it may not have the same impact. “Your challenge is to have as much fun and try to turn the crowd on and hopefully they stay with you and together we’ll catch a bigger wave. When you play for a smaller crowd you just have that opportunity to be more of what you really are.” Although it’s a question he gets asked a lot, Joe is happy to offer blunt but honest advice to the next generation of musicians, telling them to avoid music reality shows. “Don’t do any of those sort of shows,” he says. “I can tell you now, I wouldn’t pass an audition on those shows. They might work for some people, but it’s not a great place to start. “So don’t believe in all the hype that might be coming your way; the first 30 songs are really easy to write; get to know who you are; get to know what you want to be; get used to disappointment because through that you can truly find out who you are. But really it’s all about the fundamentals and working really hard. Sometimes you can be the best there is and you don’t get a guernsey.” Saint Georges Road features 11 tracks written by Joe and long-time writing partner Nick Smith. It’s available on limited edition vinyl, deluxe CD and standard CD formats. Since its release on September 10, the album has received critical acclaim and landed a handful of positions in the ARIA charts. Joe is now working on his 51st album, because music is what he does best.
Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way Words: Marnie Birch
The experience of sitting behind the bass in the orchestra pit as a young child, watching his professional musician parents perform in variety theatre during the war, triggered a life-long love of the theatre and acting, for 88 year-old Michael Pitcher. Never one for schoolwork, Michael preferred drama classes and played leading roles in several school plays, including that of Shylock, in The Merchant of Venice. At 16, he was offered a place in the theatre school at Bristol’s prestigious Old Vic, the U.K.s oldest continuously working theatre, where actors such as Peter O’Toole trained. Michael's dreams of acting were put on hold when he joined the Merchant Navy for six years and after completing National Service, became a Bristol Bobby in the U.K. Constabulary. By 1968, the adventurous Michael and his family sought more opportunities in Australia, immigrating as Ten Pound Poms. They settled first in Goodna and later in the Moreton Bay region. “Life in those days wasn’t so easy,” explains Michael, who recalls having to water down milk 50/50 just to feed the family. He worked on a Prawn Ship in the Gulf of Carpentaria and operated a wholesale bread delivery business until 1981, when he joined the Australian Lighthouse Service, as an Able Seamen. For ten years, he worked shifts of six weeks on and six weeks off servicing the lighthouses and navigational aids up and down the coast of Australia. It was a job he says he thoroughly enjoyed, “with great camaraderie amongst the crew.” Being an Englishman meant Michael copped a fair bit of teasing from his shipmates. He responded to the taunts by writing poems that used a healthy dose of British humour. Describing the moment of writing that first poem as something quite magical, he likened it to an, “out of body experience - as if I was looking down at myself in my cabin writing.” The poem was so well received by the ship’s crew that Michael decided to continue writing. Several of his poems were broadcast on the ABC radio program, ’Australia all over,’ and also collated by Australian Maritime Systems, into a book, with stories and anecdotes from sailors at sea. The acting bug bit Michael with a vengeance, in 2007, when his wife suggested he audition for the part of Godfrey in the Mouse Trap Theatre’s production of ‘Dad’s Army.’ Michael has been acting ever since, evidenced by his recent award for Best Supporting Actor and a nomination for Best Actor in the Festival of One-Act Plays, held in Deception Bay this year. “To run an amateur theatre properly, it has to be run in a professional way. There isn’t a big difference, [between the two], other than the fact you don’t get paid,” Michael chuckles, citing the job-ready skills of collaboration and
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teamwork which he says naturally develop from performing on stage. “Acting is an interesting hobby and if you like meeting new people, the theatre is a great place to go.”
admitting it gets harder as he gets older. Like anything, he thinks regular practice helps. What happens if someone forgets a line? “Well, it can be very embarrassing,”
Michael sees parallels between the friendships formed in theatrical circles to those created at sea. Just like a ship’s crew, actors are often nomadic, travelling far and wide to perform in different roles and each person enriching the core group in different ways and forming part of an extended family. “There’s a role for everyone in the theatre. Be that on or off-stage, working with lighting, makeup, costuming, music or even set construction, being involved is what’s important.” Michael insists.
His advice for young actors starting in the theatre is something his mother used to say in the face of a challenge, “Where there’s a will, there‘s a way.” Inspired by her words, Michael named his first house in Australia, “Wilaway,” in a nod to his Mum.
When asked if there’s a trick to learning lines, he suggests it’s a matter of training and repetition,
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Michael may have stopped writing poems but he has no plans to retire from acting, despite turning 88, this year. Playwright friend, Peter Wright is currently working on another Oneact Play for 2022 and has just the right part for Michael, in mind.
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The World According to Kate Camping The existence of COVID has seen an increase in campers, and recently my Dear Husband (DH) and I decided to join the ranks of ‘regular campers’. Afterall, our Dear Daughter (DD) is all grown up now and able to housesit, so why not take a moment each month to get closer to nature, reduce our stress levels and enjoy some quality time as empty nesters. I am more of a 5-star hotel person; however, DH promised that I would have my essential home comforts (without glamping). He delivered what I must say was one of the most enjoyable camping setups that I have experienced to date. We like our privacy, enjoying the peace and quiet of nature, so we opt to camp during the week as much as possible. Like every other camping trip, our most recent one saw us setting up camp in record time and then relaxing with morning tea as we watched our neighbours roll in and set up camp. We say hello, but at the end of the day, we go camping to unplug and enjoy the simplicity of nature… and this is where I come unstuck. I simply do not understand why people need to play their music for the whole campsite to hear in today's world of Bluetooth headphone technology. If you want to listen to your music, great! Put your headphones on so no one else has to. Why? Well, let me explain what your music does for other campers who are there to get away from noise…. First, the Boss Lady (that’s me) gets very grumpy and starts making life a misery for the rest of her camp because if she wanted to listen to music – let alone conflicting music from multiple campers – she would have stayed home with her teenager. Next, none of our camp can sleep because you play your loud music until the early morning and whilst you are getting drunk and partying, other
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campers are annoyed at you and retaliate by playing their music even louder which doesn’t fix anything because you are too inconsiderate to care about other people around you. Finally, you go home – hopefully with a colossal hangover - and we have a day or two to get over the sleepless aggravation in our camp before we must pack up more tired, stressed and unrested as when we started. I don’t know when camping became the place for people to herd together like cattle, hook up all the electrical devices to their solar panels or batteries and annoy the crap out of everyone else around them. If you are one of these people that need your music or TV without headphones and at top volume, why on earth are you camping? Over the last few months, I have seen not just music and TVs but also karaoke machines and movie projectors! I guess the days of Aussie campers having a sense of belonging and pride in their camp as they take time to talk to each other and bond over campfire stories are becoming obsolete. Yet remember, there is always a least one ‘traditional’ camper who will report to you the rangers who will then fine you for breaking the law or, better still, ban you from booking a campsite in any National Park. Use your headphones, and everyone will all be happy!
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Hop, Skip and Jump into School Holiday Fun
Words: Sheree Hoddinett
“Mummmmmm I’m bored. There’s nothing to do.” There’s nothing worse than hearing your kids complaining and it’s only the beginning. Yep, it’s that time again and school holidays are upon us. This time, for the longer stretch across Christmas and until school goes back at the end of January. So, if you’re looking for things to do to keep your darling children entertained, here’s a few ideas that may help pass some time.
Westfield North Lakes, Peninsula Fair and more. Check online before you make the trek for photo booking times, prices and any relevant Covid restrictions. School Holiday Events/Activities •
With the silly season already underway and the big day just a few weeks away (don’t leave that shopping until the last minute), you might be looking to get into the spirit of things and celebrate the magic that is Christmas.. Christmas events •
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Christmas Carol events will be held at North Lakes (December 5), Redcliffe (December 12) and Pine Rivers Park (December 19). Entry into each event is free with food trucks, market stalls and local groups and artists performing. For each location and further information please visit https://www.moretondaily. com.au/christmas Sandstone Point Hotel Christmas Carnival – Saturday December 18, 2-8pm. There’s fireworks, markets and a visit from Santa. For all event information and tickets visit https://sandstonepointhotel.com.au/ event/christmas-carnival-2/
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White Ridge Farm, Elimbah; Spend the day interacting wth different farm animals from pigs to goats, llamas, birdlife and more. Jump on board the tractor ride or enjoy a leisurely stroll on one of the friendly ponies or horses (cost applies). Have a round of putt putt golf and enjoy a picnic with the family as the sounds of the farm surround you. The farm is open 7 days on school holidays (closed Christmas Day). Visit whiteridgefarm.com.au. Bribie Island Butterfly House; Immerse yourself in the world of beautiful butterflies in their surrounds at Butterfly House on Bribie. If you stand still long enough you may even be lucky enough for one of these graceful creatures to land on you. This adventure is perfect for all ages. Open Wednesday and Sunday 10am-4pm. For further information and prices visit their website www.bribieislandbutterflyhouse. org Fairy Way, Deception Bay; Located at 201 Esplanade South, this magical little display is a treasure trove of fun for young and old. Fairies flutter in trees and have little doors to hide behind. There’s little houses and pretty decorations to admire as well. For those into finding rocks, there are several located around Fairy Way where you can swap them for one of your own and keep the fun going. There is also a tribute to fallen police officer Senior Constable Dave Masters. Old Petrie Town, Whiteside; For something a little bit different, take the kids along to explore the historic village
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and heritage buildings at Old Petrie Town. They also hold markets on Sundays. Open to the public Wednesday to Sunday at 901 Dayboro Road, Whiteside. Visit oldpetrietown.com. •
Settlement Cove Lagoon, Redcliffe; When the temperatures are rising along with temperaments, head over for a swim at the lagoon. There’s a fenced off area for younger children and deeper swimming areas for the older kids. There’s plenty of room to have a picnic or grab food from nearby cafes. The lagoon is located off Redcliffe Parade.
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Undersea Putt and Play, Redcliffe; 18 holes of themed mini golf along with arcade fun, you can’t go wrong if you’re looking for some easy entertainment these school holidays. There’s also a fully licensed bar for the bigger kids! Located on the corner of Anzac Avenue and Sutton Street in the Bluewater Square Shopping Centre. Check out underseaputtandplay. com.au for further info.
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**When planning activities over the school holidays, please keep in mind to check with event organisers or businesses prior to booking/visiting to ensure you are still able to attend in case of changes or cancellations.**
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Holidays and Pets
Important things to remember before you travel with or without your pet: •
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Words: Sheree Hoddinett
Whether it’s your prized pooch, feathered friend or roaming rodent, if you’re heading away over the holidays, chances are you’ll need to find care for the animal members of your family. Don’t be surprised if they know you’re going away too. Animals tend to pick up on what’s happening long before the suitcases come out. If it’s a matter of days, weeks or even months, here are some of the ways you can look after the extra members of your family during the holiday period. For most people, their pets are an extension of their family, so you want them to feel safe and secure when you’re not around. If leaving them at home is your preferred option, you might want to consider: •
House/Pet Sitter; Save all the hassle and stress for both you and your pet and have someone come and stay at your house while you’re away. Not only is your house being lived in/taken care of but someone is also there to look out for your pet. This is a great idea for cats who are usually a lot happier in their own space or dogs who like a bit of attention. There are many pet and house sitting services available so make sure you do your research beforehand. Some options include Happy House Sitters or Trusted Housesitters along with numerous pet sitting services, or put the call out on local Facebook groups, as quite often people will make recommendations.
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Regular Visitor/Neighbour; If you’re unable to have someone stay at your house for the duration of your holiday, consider asking someone (a friendly neighbour or even a work colleague) to drop by your house on a regular basis. They can check on your pet, ensure they have fresh food and water and give them some attention as well. If you’re lucky they might be able to play or even take your dog for a walk.
Another option you can check out is Petcloud (www. petcloud.com.au). It’s a website (part owned by RSPCA Queensland) where you can search a national network of trusted pet sitters who offer pet care services in their home or yours.
When leaving your favourite furry (or not so furry) critters at home just isn’t an option, here’s some things worth looking into: •
Boarding Kennel/Catteries or Pet Resort/Hotel; These services have the facilities and staff already equipped to take good care of your pet, so you know they’ll be in good hands. The only downside will be the unfamiliar surroundings. If you want to ensure your pet has a good experience, ask if you can leave your pet for a short trial run ahead of your holiday. Also ask around for recommendations whether it’s via local groups or people you know.
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Friends and Family; Ask family and friends if they can look after your beloved pet while you head away. Of course, make sure this person is responsible and knowledgeable about the basics of pet care. Be equally cautious if your dog is very energetic, or your cat goes a little crazy or if your Aunt isn’t so fond of lizards as it may put a strain on your friendship or family ties. If your chosen friend or family member is also a pet owner, offer to return the favour someday. You might also want to consider bringing them back a little something from your holiday as a way of saying thank you.
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For pet friendly holiday ideas in Queensland, visit www.queensland.com/nz/en/things-to-do/ traveller/pet-friendly/pet-friendly-holidays-queensland OR https://www.queensland.com/ au/en/things-to-do/traveller/pet-friendly
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Ask Monica: What Facial Do I Need? Words: LaBella Day Spa + Clinic
Welcome to a series of articles regarding different facials for different types or conditions of the skin. Let’s start with dry skin. What make the skin dry? To understand this we need to look into the skin and what it is made of. The skin has an out layer called hydrolipidic film or acid mental that works as a barrier and communicator. Think of it like the skin’s security guard, it stops the bad things from entering and protects the good things inside, it also acts as the communicator from the outside world to the brain regarding our skin. It gathers information from the environment to transmit to the brain what the skin needs to do, for example if the skin is dry, it will signal the Sebaceous Gland to produce more oil, if the skin is oily, it will instruct the Sebaceous Gland to produce less. The hydrolipidic film is made of water, lipids, sebum and sweat. The balance between these elements can make the skin function well, and well working skin will look radiant, healthy, and be pleasant to the touch. When the skin feels dry, there is a lack of water and /or lipids, so what can we do? Provide the skin with water a retention strategy: • Avoid dehydrating chemical agents • Use active ingredients that nourish and hydrate • Stimulate microcirculation to bring more water and mineral salts to the cells, massage. What active ingredients can we look for in products to help dry skin? Biological extracts of plant active ingredients that are very similar to our skin can be very effective, They will delicately eliminate impurities, moisturise, protect the skin from drying and help to normalise the natural protective surface film. Some of these actives are Altea Officinalis, Ximenynic Acid, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia, Voandzeiasub Terranea, Tamarindus Indica, Illipé butter, and more common ones such as sea butter, jojoba oil, avocado oil and of course the well-known hyaluronic Acid. Water is the most valuable asset for life. “Quenching” the skin and keeping it constantly hydrated is the most important step in cosmetic treatment of the skin.
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Question From Readers:
WHAT IS OSTEOARTHRITIS? What is it? Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease worldwide. It is a painful, chronic condition which results due to articular cartilage degeneration of a joint. It can occur in many joints throughout the body, but most commonly affects the knees, hips, spine and hands.
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Occurs predominantly in elderly people. It occurs in roughly 40% of the population above 70 years old, and 10% of the population above 60 years old. Women are more commonly affected than males.
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Gradual onset of pain and worsens with activity Pain after prolonged sitting or resting Stiffness and swelling of the joints May be associated with cracking/crepitus sounds with joint movement
How is it diagnosed? Osteoarthritis is most commonly diagnosed via an X-ray. A clinical examination from a Physiotherapist can then analyse your particular symptoms and provide a management plan aimed at addressing these.
What are the treatment options? Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology can play a large role in improving pain and function in individuals with osteoarthritis. This can be adjusted to your individual goals such as gaining strength, range of movement or return to specific sports and activities.
You can contact the team at Moreton All Body Care for a detailed Physiotherapy assessment at either the Burpengary, Narangba or Beachmere clinics. An appointment can be made online at www.moretonallbodycare.com.au or by calling 07 3888 6970 or 07 38869470
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Age No Barrier
Words: Susanne Jones, Just Better Care B
History shows that as physical limitations and time constraints begin taking their toll, participation rates in competitive sports begin to decline. But a new approach to the way those aged 65+ participate in physical activity is offering seniors the chance to reconnect with sports. Operating under the blanket term of modified sports, which includes sports for those living with disability, the initiative works by offering a range of at a lower impact level. Tailored for different ability levels, modified sports are increasingly being seen by both participants and other stakeholders as a great way to keep older community members fit, healthy and engaged. Barriers to entry Australian physical activity guidelines for older adults recommend accumulating at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity each day. Typically, cardiac output, respiratory function, muscle mass, metabolic rate, nerve conduction rate, flexibility, and bone density decline with age. However, maintaining a physically active lifestyle, combined with dietary and supportive lifestyle practices, can help reduce the rate of decline. Dr Claire Jenkins is an expert when it comes to the benefits of sports participation. “There are many benefits that participants can derive from playing sport. These can include physical health, but also social and mental health. For example, reducing loneliness and making new friends. That’s why its important people find
something they enjoy and participate when they can,” she says. Popularity will grow Claire says in general most of the well-known modified sport opportunities for older adults tend to be walking sports. However, some organisations have looked at modifying sports in other ways, she says. “A couple of years ago, London Sport in the UK provided sitting netball for care home residents. I think more modifications like that, be it seated sporting opportunities or informal kickabouts, can enable people to be active,” Claire says. She expects modified sport to continue to grow in popularity, as opportunities become more geographically available. Claire says there is no “best” type of sport or physical activity for older adults. Senior Australians are similar to every other population group, in that their interests are often diverse and their physical capabilities are likely to vary greatly. For this reason, lots of different
opportunities need to be available to ensure older Australians can continue to participate in sport. She urges anyone aged 65 or over who is considering taking up a modified sport to contact their local sports club or sports development officers to confirm what opportunities are available and explore different options. If you want to get involved Walking football: run in partnership with Active Ageing Australia and member federations is a sustainable version of football specifically modified for older Australians. Walking netball: a modified version of netball designed for senior women and men - netball but at a walking pace. Walking basketball: a low-impact social and fun way to improve the levels of physical activity for inactive and slightly active Australians, including those recovering from injury.
Ask Vanessa: Should I Fix My Home Loan? Words: Vanessa Bragdon, Cornerstone Home Loans
Early November the RBA kept interest rates on hold however the 2024 forecast for the next rate increase was under review with the RBA commenting “Interest rates could start to creep up in 2023, a year earlier than previously expected” That being said, an increase in the cash rate in 2024 remains the RBA’s central assumption, it said in its most recent statement of monetary policy.
Commentary indicated the RBA may be forced to raise the official rate a year earlier, but only if inflation and wages growth exceed its current expectations. With a question mark over when interest rates may rise, many current, or soon to be mortgage holders are opting to fix their home loan rate while they are still relatively low. While a fixed rate can be a good lending strategy, it pays to know the ins and outs of fixed-rate loans before committing to one. When purchasing a property, refinancing, or just renegotiating with your current lender, borrowers can generally decide between fixedinterest loans that maintain the same interest rate over a specific period ofs time, or variablerate loans that charge interest according to market rate fluctuation. A borrower can also choose some combination of both via a “split loan”.
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Fixed-rate loans usually come with a few provisos: borrowers may be restricted to maximum payments during the fixed term and can face hefty break fees for paying off the loan early, selling the property or switching to variable interest during the fixed rate period. However, locking in the interest rate on your home loan can offer certainty of repayments and protection from the volatility of potential rate movement
Speak to a broker about how to finance your property purchase and whether you are eligible for pre-approval. They can also help provide options if you are looking to refinance or adjust your current mortgage.
Fixed rates are locked in for an amount of time that is prearranged between you and your lender. Usually between one and five years, each fixed period has it’s own interest rate. Further to this, fixed-rate loans can also be pre-approved. This means that you can apply for the fixed-rate loan before you find the property you want to buy. When you apply for a fixed rate, you can pay a fixed rate lockin fee also known as a ‘rate lock’, which will, depending on the lender, give you between 60 and 90 days from the time of application to settle the loan at that fixed rate and can be applied on application or approval. There are a few lenders that offer “rate lock” at no charge. If you are choosing a fixed loan, it is important to be aware that at the end of the fixedrate term, your loan agreement will include information about how the loan will then be managed by the lender, usually to a ‘revert’ variable rate – which may not be the lowest the lender offers.
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Wishing you a safe and happy Christmas! TERRY YOUNG MP
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Plant of the Month As it is the Christmas season, here is a treat... Why not sample these two berries that you will find along the coastal bush tracks. First make sure to identify each plant correctly.
Above: Mt Mee Bushwalk
Mid-summer is here with a vengeance and with it the Christmas celebrations, sending a signal that we should slow down, relax and make the most of the longest days of the year. This is the time when traditionally we get together with family and friends to escape from our busy lifestyles and the commercialism of the season. Many of us will recall very happy memories of past Christmas holidays when things were much simpler, and how we enjoyed one another’s company in natural surroundings - the beaches, forests and waterways, even tolerating the sun, rain, heat and humidity but particularly the cooling afternoon sea breezes. Now that we are emerging from the grips of the pandemic, this is the time to be outdoors in the many wonderful natural destinations scattered throughout Moreton Bay.
Midyim Berry (Austromyrtus dulcis) Quench your thirst and enliven your palate with the icy peppermint flavour of the delicious pea size white and purple dotted berries of Midyim – it’s easy to collect them by the handful from this low growing sprawling shrub.
Native Lasiandra or Blue Tongue (Melastoma affine ) Introduce your children to a ‘surprising’ snack of the succulent red/purple berries from this attractive low shrub with large brilliant purple five petal flowers and deep green leaves. Kids of any age will love to surprise the family or friends with their bright blue tongue!
A Good Place To Walk: Beachmere Foreshore
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For decades our family has enjoyed the ‘magic’ of Beachmere in all seasons and any tide, but the summer holidays are always a special time. Here you can immerse yourself in this unique coastal environment, away from the usual beach crowds found elsewhere. At high tide anywhere along the beach is just right for swimming in the calm, cool, shallow water. But low tide is perhaps the most interesting when the bay seemingly retreats half way to Moreton Island, revealing an amazing mosaic of sand bars, separated by shallow ponds. These sand flats offer many opportunities for ‘children of all ages’ to relax, walk forever, build sand castles, and dig for bait to catch a fish. Discover amazing sea life at every step and be enthralled as the armies of soldier crabs disappear magically at your approach by digging themselves swiftly
into the sand. If it gets a little too sunny, then take shelter on the powder dry silver sand under a grove of beach mangroves for lunch, to read a book or just count the birds flying overhead. In our local region there is no better place to enjoy a quiet day at the seaside. Park your car in the shade at the end of Bayside Drive and either walk north along the beach, possibly wandering through the adjacent mangrove wetlands or meandering out over the sand flats at low tide. Perhaps take a longer beach walk south in front of the houses lining the foreshore to reach the Beachmere Conservation Park (Bishop Road & Campbell Parade) where you could explore the track system and observe the surprising collection of native plants that call this bayside area home.
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Creamy Lemon Curd
Fill pastries and tarts with this versatile lemon curd recipe Ingredients: 2 eggs 2 egg yolks 3/4 cup (165g) caster sugar 1/3 cup (80g) chilled unsalted butter Zest and juice of 2 lemons Method: Whisk whole eggs, yolks and sugar in a saucepan until smooth, then place pan over a low heat. Add the butter, juice and zest and whisk continuously until thickened. Strain through a sieve into a sterilised jar. Lemon curd keeps, covered, in the fridge for 2 weeks. Source: www.taste.com.au
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So what has happened to the Christmases of old, when people celebrated the birth of the Christian saviour Jesus Christ with that feeling of warmth and goodwill to all folk? Doing a good turn or two for your neighbour, visiting the elderly and infirm in your street, donating to a charity and praying for peace and goodwill in a church.
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Nowadays gone are the sounds of Bing Crosby warbling the inappropriate sounds of `White Christmas`. Even Mariah Carey’s `All I want for Christmas is You` is voted most hated Christmas song. Fewer houses are now decorated with Christmas lights. Receiving Christmas cards is a rarity and schools don’t host nativity plays for fear of incurring the wrath of the `politically correct police`. If you want to sing a carol or two you must turn on the TV and join the folk at Sydney’s Domain. Nationally there are more car accidents, more assaults and married couples separating over this period. Surveys in the U S point to over 40% Americans hating the festive season, claiming it be highly stressful.
According to the 2016 Census, 52% of all Australians were Christian. This in contrast to the commencement of the Australian Federation in 1901, when the nation was 96% Christian. Nowadays 1.8 million Australians attend 13,000 churches across the nation. But even quite a few of those don’t celebrate Christmas in the
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traditional Christian manner. Some choose to celebrate Christmas in July, but most prefer to spend the festive season at the beach or camping or at home with family and friends exchanging presents, eating and drinking to excess and all too frequently, fighting with other members of the party.
But this was not the first time that the Brits had evaluated the worth of Christmas. In the 1640’s when Oliver Cromwell defeated the royalist forces of King Charles 1st and became England’s Lord Protector, his Puritan parliament banned Christmas and all other holy days and that lasted for nearly two decades. When royalty returned to the throne, the Puritans as the first colonists, decamped to America and took the practice with them.
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hen Charles Dickens wrote his bestselling novela `A Christmas Carol Richard Lancaster in 1843, the Brits were in the process of re-examining Cryptic Critic the values of Christmas traditions such as sending Christmas cards, singing carols and putting up Christmas trees. In the story he tells of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser of `Bah, Humbug` fame who is visited by four ghosts. The first, his former business partner and three more, representing Christmas’s Past, Present and the Future. The story’s ending is happy as Scrooge learns that his miserly behaviour is taboo and transforms into a kind more considerate man.
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