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Contents August 2018 | Edition 41

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Education p14 Health p26 Events Calendar p30 Dining Guide p34 Home p36 Fiction p38 Travel p40 Puzzles & Trivia p41 Trades and Services p42 Real Estate p44 Fishing & Tide Times p46 The Last Word p47

Last month, members of Connect Narangba donated their time and resources to help build a muchneeded timber fence for the Narangba Rural Fire Brigade.

With fence posts now in position, this dedicated group of local professionals are now in need of more timber fencing materials and volunteers to complete the project.

Can you help? For more information on materials needed or to enlist as a volunteer, please contact Chris or Neil via the Connect Narangba Facebook page or email admin@connectnarangba.com.au

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X Factor’s Dean Ray to Perform in North Lakes

Performing in the Sunshine State for the first time since the 2017 Gympie Music Muster, singer-songwriter, Dean Ray, returns to Queensland this month to perform at North Lakes Sports Club.

Jacob Hooked on Racing

At the age of fifteen, Burpengary resident, Jacob Hook, is officially one of the best junior speedway riders on the planet.

MEET ‘4 INGREDIENTS’ FOUNDER AND AUTHOR, KIM MCCOSKER

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Housing Project to Deliver 26 New Homes A new social housing project in Narangba will provide 26 homes for Queensland households while supporting building and construction industry jobs.

Studio Urban on World Stage

Two crews from Narangba’s hip hop dance studio, are jetting off to the US this month to represent Australia in the Hip Hop International (HHI) 2018 World Hip Hop Dance Championship.

Caboolture’s Woodcrafting Community

Located on the grounds of the Caboolture Historical Village is a woodcrafting community focused towards engaging and nurturing the creative potential of north Brisbane.

Keeping Ahead of the Game

Caboolture Sports Football Club is in safe hands, with the club’s goalkeeping ranks boosted recently by an international recruit and elite coaching.

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Petrina Harris! of Red Rooster’s Winner Winner Chicken Spinner Promotion

On July 24th, Burpengary local Petrina Harris was presented with a brand new Hyundai Tucson as the winner of Red Rooster’s recent ‘Winner Winner Chicken Spinner’ promotion. Australia’s iconic roast chicken brand launched its massive consumer promotion in May, offering customers numerous prizes including a major prize of a brand new Hyundai Tucson Active and a year’s worth of Red Rooster. The six week online and mobile promotion gave the opportunity for those ordering delivery through www.redrooster.com.au to spin a virtual wheel with each spin winning an instant prize and an entry into the second chance draw for major prizes. Narangba Red Rooster franchisee, Tim Humphreys along with Chris Churchmichael, Red Rooster Qld State Manager, presented Petrina with her prize at the Narangba store, handing over the keys to the car! A total of $387,840 in prizes were up for grabs during the promotion with all prizes being claimed including Red Rooster food, Red Balloon vouchers, Coca Cola and Streets products. Once again, congratulations to Petrina and thank you for patronage.

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Kim McCosker Words: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

International bestselling author and TV presenter, Kim McCosker, founder and author of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;4 Ingredientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, will be sharing her no fuss cooking know-how at the 2018 Pine Rivers Show.

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ith sales nearing 8.75 million copies across her thirty-two book titles, Kim’s ‘4 Ingredients’ cookbooks have been making life in the kitchen easy worldwide for over ten years. “Across all my platforms I have almost over a million followers, and if you take the time to talk to them, they’ll tell you that they struggle getting dinners on the table because they’re really busy, and that’s where ‘4 Ingredients’ comes in,” explains Kim. “At the end of a really busy day people just appreciate simple, and you will be amazed at what you can make with so few ingredients that is good, wholesome, delicious, and nutritious.” Appearing twice daily on the first and second day of the Show, Kim will be sharing recipes from one of her latest

Kim’s four one-hour cooking and taste-testing demonstrations will feature four simple and easy recipes from the ‘One Pot’ book. “Come along and bring your appetites, because everything I make I will hand out,” says Kim. “The recipes are quick, they’re easy, and we can get it all in and out of a pot in literally five to ten minutes, and then onto plates and handed out to as many people as we possibly can. “I guarantee you that something will resonate with you that you can take home and incorporate into your weekly repertoire, because the one pot recipes are easy on multiple levels. Its familiar ingredients, its one pot cooking so you’re minimising the washing up, its simple recipes, and they’re flavourful.”

APPEARANCE TIMES LOCATION: Pine Rivers Show, Family Entertainment Area Stage, Pine Rivers Showgrounds

“I think one of my real strengths, and what separates me from a lot of my competitors, is that I am still that touring author,” says Kim. “I am still the author that is in the aisles of the supermarket, or on the stages at the expos, or in the bookstore on a weekend, because I use that as real, qualitative market analysis. “Every day I garner recipe ideas from busy people. I’ll ask them, ‘What would help you in the kitchen? What’s stopping you from cooking in the kitchen? What would make life easier for you in the kitchen?’ And that is a real grassroots understanding that I get by touring, and I’ll treat my time at the Pine Rivers Show the same way.”

1 tbsp. red curry paste

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500g boneless, skinless chicken breast fillets, chopped

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2 tbsp. crunchy peanut butter

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¾ cup cream

Method:

In a non-stick pan, heat the red curry paste.

Add the chicken and seal, stirring to cook evenly, 3 to 4 minutes.

Add the peanut butter and cream and stir to combine.

Reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes.

Serve on a bed of rice, garnished with freshly sliced spring onions, capsicum and fresh coriander leaves. Add a few crushed peanuts for texture. Quick, easy and delicious! Featured in ‘4 Ingredients The Easiest One Pot Cookbook Ever’, page 115.

TIMES: 12 noon and 2.30pm

Released in June and available exclusively at IGA Queensland and Northern NSW supermarkets, Kim spent three solid weeks visiting IGA stores across Queensland hosting in-store cooking and taste-testing demonstrations.

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DATES: Fri 3rd and Sat 4th August

books, ‘4 Ingredients The Easiest ONE POT Cookbook Ever’ which features more than 70 recipes requiring just four or fewer ingredients and one pot to cook in.

Serves: Four Ingredients:

Kim will also pre-make her famous Three Ingredient Fruit Cake for Show patrons to sample.

Serves: Eight Ingredients:

“For anyone going to the Show who has ever eaten a fruit cake, made a fruit cake or will make a Christmas cake this year, they must come and try my Three Ingredient Fruit Cake,” enthuses Kim. “It’s got no added sugar, no eggs, no butter, no cream, and everyone rolls their eyes and says, ‘What could this possible taste like?’ and then once they taste it, they go, ‘Oh my gosh, this is amazing!’”

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1 cob loaf

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300g sour cream

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250g jar corn relish

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2 spring onions, finely chopped

Preheat oven to 180ºC.

Copies of ‘4 Ingredients The Easiest One Pot Cookbook Ever’ will be available for purchase at the demonstrations, as well as Kim’s latest book ‘4 Ingredients MORE Gluten Free Lactose Free’ and her go-to entertainer ‘4 Ingredients Celebrations’.

Cut the top from the cob and remove most of the bread from inside; leave a 2cm thick lining (reserve the lid and inside bread).

In a bowl mix together sour cream, corn relish and spring onions.

Season to taste.

Spoon the dip into the loaf and bake for 20 minutes; remove from oven. Tear the lid into several dippers, then nestle it and inside bread around the cob. Bake for another 10 minutes, or until the bread is nice and crispy on the outside.

Serve immediately, using the toasted bread to dip.

“My new gluten-free, lactose-free cookbook was only released in July, so it won’t have been seen by too many people,” explains Kim. “And ‘4 Ingredients Celebrations’ which is usually valued at $34.99, will be available for just $20.00 at the Pine Rivers Show.”

Method:

Featured in ‘4 Ingredients The Easiest One Pot Cookbook Ever’, page 35.

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X FACTOR’S DEAN RAY @ NORTH LAKES SPORTS CLUB Words: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

Performing in the Sunshine State for the first time since the 2017 Gympie Music Muster, singer-songwriter, Dean Ray, returns to Queensland this month to perform at North Lakes Sports Club. Bursting into lounge rooms and onto airwaves after being crowned runner-up of Australia’s ‘X Factor’ in 2014, that same year Dean’s debut single ‘Coming Back’ hit No. 1 on the iTunes Singles Chart reaching Platinum status, with his debut self-titled album certified Gold. Uncomfortable with the pop persona promoted by Sony Music, in October 2017, Dean clapped back with ‘The Messenger’, a nine-track independent release of all original material bankrolled in part by crowd-funding through GoFundMe. “Making ‘The Messenger’ was something I really wanted to do at the time, and I’m glad I did because it was an introduction to the real me,” says Dean. “I didn’t want to release a pop record, I wanted to release a real, earthy, organic album.” Growing up in tiny Meandarra, Queensland, Dean spent his childhood sleeping in guitar cases while his parents performed around Australia on the country music circuit. It comes as no surprise that this upbringing has infiltrated Dean’s psyche, with Rolling Stone saying of ‘The Messenger’, “Ray delivers a set that’s steeped in Australiana and affecting story-telling… The downon-his-luck outlaw rocker motif isn’t new, but Ray’s talent turns it upside down with terrific verve.” “I don’t know what my genre is,” says Dean. “I have no idea what pocket I would sit in. My music primarily sits around indie folk, rock, alt-country and blues, and it’s all kind of meshed in together. I don’t think you could categorise it because there’s too many styles floating around.” Following the release of ‘The Messenger’, Dean embarked on a five month national tour before pulling up stumps in Sydney, getting a job in construction, and apart from the occasional jam session on stage (most

recently with Kasey Chambers), letting his spirit gently sing. “I’ve been in the studio for the past six months writing heaps of songs, and I’ve written eight to ten that I really like. I’m probably not going to release an album again, I’ll just release songs after song. I’ve got four songs ready to go now that we’ll start releasing.” Dean’s latest single - a cover of Australian folktronica singer-songwriter Vera Blue’s ‘Lady Powers’ - was inspired by his love of western music. “I like the kind of music you expect to hear seeing someone riding through the canyons,” explains Dean. “I was sitting down listening to ‘Lady Powers’ one night, and I could hear all this western music, and I really liked the vocal take and the delivery in that song, and the production of it was really cool.” Produced and recorded by Dean in his own studio, his ‘Lady Powers’ cover is the result of ten years spent learning and honing the art of music production. “I’ve worked in top of the line studios and I’ve worked in studios where the walls have had holes kicked out of them, and you can pull a great sound from both you’ve just got to know what you’re doing,” says Dean. “I’m finally starting to pull a really good sound, and my next singles will be produced in my studio also.” Performing as a three-piece at North Lakes Sports Club, Dean will be joined on stage by local Brisbane musicians Andy Toombs (bass) and Isaac Leong Loon (drums). “We’ll play one set straight through,” says Dean. “The set will be mostly music off ‘The Messenger’, and I’m going to throw in some other tunes as well. Songs I really like. Songs that I enjoy playing in a three-piece. “I enjoy making music and playing it, and that’s the only reason I haven’t stopped yet. I friggin’ love it, I need it, and I’ll always do it.”

FREE ENTRY WHERE: North Lakes Sports Club WHEN: Friday 17th August TIMES: Doors open at 6pm Show starts at 9pm

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Narangba Housing Project to Deliver 26 New Homes A new social housing project in Narangba will provide 26 homes for Queensland households while supporting building and construction industry jobs.

Shane King State Member for Kurwongbah said the $6.5 million project, on Main Street, Narangba, was part of the Queensland Government’s commitment under the Housing Construction Jobs Program. “We have recently awarded the contract for this project to Bryant (Qld), who will build the three-storey complex containing 20 one-bedroom units and six, two-bedroom units,” he said. “This project will not only provide new homes for Queenslanders who need housing support but will also provide work for local contractors and trade apprentices throughout its construction.” Shane said the apartments would provide people of all ages and backgrounds with a place to call home. “The development includes three fully accessible units to assist people with mobility impairment,” he said. “These units include features such as wider doorways and halls as well as handrails, making them particularly suitable for people in wheelchairs.” Minister for Housing and Public Works Mick de Brenni said the Palaszczuk Government was working on projects throughout the region. “Through the Housing Constructions Jobs Program, the Queensland Government is investing $97 million to build 330 social housing dwellings in the Moreton Bay region over the first five years,” he said. “This investment will see work for small, medium and large construction businesses, supporting the equivalent of 55 full time local jobs each year over the five years. “Our continued investment in social housing construction provides people with a safe, secure and sustainable place to live as well as an income for thousands of workers.”

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Parent-Teacher Words: Karen Carter

Interviews Semester 1 is over, and formal student reports have already been sent home. Many schools invite parents to share their child’s progress in the form of a school based interview, so perhaps it is timely to revisit how to get the most benefit from this process. Parent-teacher interviews supplement the information given in the formal report card, and provide an excellent opportunity for parents and teachers to discuss a student’s progress and to find solutions to any academic and behavioural problems. Interviews are usually timetabled into short ten to fifteen minute time slots. Teachers are extremely busy people and need to allocate time fairly to all families. Therefore, it is important not to waste time in the interview to enable you to get the most from it. Here are a few tips to get the best from your parentteacher interview: •

Be punctual. Interviews are timetabled, so being late can affect the time you are given and may disrupt other parents. Find out if your child is expected to attend the interview with you.

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Stay calm and discuss things rationally.

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Avoid wasting time talking about things that are irrelevant to the interview. The whole time should be spent discussing your child – (their progress, strengths, weaknesses etc.).

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Expect that the teacher knows your child extremely well, e.g. the way they learn, their social skills, their academic progress in relation to expected school benchmarks, homework expectations and their projected learning path going into their next phase of learning.

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Ask questions. If you have concerns, make a list of things to ask in the interview so you don’t forget. Are there ways you can assist your child at home? If your child is struggling, what support services are being provided for them? If they are advanced, how is their learning being extended?

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Do you need to consider some additional help e.g. paediatrician, specialist therapy or private tuition?

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Arrange a separate meeting with the teacher to further discuss your concerns if you don’t get all the information you need in the time allocated.

Teachers have the best interests of your child at heart. Try to keep in touch with your child’s teacher throughout the school year, not just at interview time. This way, potential issues can be dealt with before they become bigger problems. The interview is designed to keep you both informed, and is a wonderful opportunity to become involved in your child’s education. Karen Carter is Co-Director at Kip McGrath Education Centre Burpengary, providing professional tuition by qualified teachers in Maths and English for Primary and Secondary students. Visit www.kipmcgrath.com.au/ burpengary or phone 3888 2332 for a free assessment.

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Dog Walking Promotes Health and Fitness Words: Reese Salmon

Popular amongst those who can’t have pets for various reasons, including living in rental properties or having no backyard, volunteer dog walking is giving people the opportunity to seek part-time companionship with animals in need. With around 5,000 volunteers in Queensland alone, volunteer dog walking is one of the most in demand duties in the RSPCA. A Brisbane RSPCA representative stresses the need for volunteer dog walkers, and encourages anyone willing in the community to do so. He says, “At any given time we’ve got 200 dogs here [RSPCA Brisbane Animal Care Campus, Wacol], and each one of them has to have a minimum of one walk a day. Without the volunteers we couldn’t do that.” Dakabin RSPCA Volunteer Coordinator, Natalie Anger, talked about the benefits of volunteer dog walking to surrendered animals. “The shelter is a very stressful environment for the animals,” she says. “They’re away from their homes where everything was familiar, so time with the volunteers helps make them calm and rehabilitate them, and hopefully gets them adopted out.” Discussing the benefits to the volunteers, Natalie adds, “You definitely do build your fitness, regardless of whether that was your intention or not.” There are various local animal shelters to volunteer at, including Peninsula Animal Aid (PAA), an animal refuge shelter located in Clontarf. A PAA representative says, “Becoming a Kennel Volunteer certainly allows you to get your doggie fix, especially if you are unable to have your own dog.” RSPCA volunteer dog walker, Gillian Holness, agrees with this sentiment, and says that the well-being of the dogs makes volunteering her time well worth it. “I love seeing the benefits in the dogs,” she says. “It [being walked] helps reduce the dog’s sadness and anxiety, and other negative feelings.” Both RSPCA and PAA train their volunteers before they can take dogs on solo journeys. “We teach the dogs basic manners like ‘sit’, ‘shake’, and learning through obstacles,” says Gillian. “They learn not to pull on the leash, and all this really helps for them to be compatible for adoption.” In order to become a volunteer with PAA you need to be aged 18 or above, be able to work independently and follow supervisor instructions, able to attend shifts, and have a tetanus vaccination or booster prior to volunteering. Although RSPCA mainly takes on volunteers aged 16 years plus, the Dakabin shelter may lower this age limit where the volunteer receives proper training. Dog walking does not always need to be on a voluntary basis. Private Walker and Pet Sitter, Tina - a Morayfield local - says that it is a ‘win-win’ situation, as she gets her ‘doggy fix’ and stays fit walking, while also making extra money on the side. “I hurt my back at my other job, and dog walking filled in the time because I wasn’t able to work. So I would just have the dogs here [at home] as company while their owners went on holidays, and the exercise has been good to help my back with its recovery.” Advertising her services through pet sitting sites such as Mad Paws means that Tina is covered by insurance when the dogs are in her care. For more information on volunteer dog walking, visit www. rspcaqld.org.au and www.peninsulaanimalaid.com.au

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Local Dance Studio on World Stage Words: Nicholas Hastie

Two crews from Narangba’s hip hop dance studio, Studio Urban, are jetting off to the US this month to represent Australia in the Hip Hop International (HHI) 2018 World Hip Hop Dance Championship.

tudio Urban’s two elite crews, FunSize and Jesters, will compete against crews from over 50 countries in Phoenix, Arizona, after placing first in the Junior Division and second in the Varsity Division respectively at the HHI AUS National Hip Hop Championships earlier this year. “Hip Hop International is like the Olympics of the hip hop dance world,” explains Studio Urban Manager, Mary Villares. “There are fifty-seven countries that compete, and each country sends from three to twelve teams.” Performing upgraded versions of their winning Australian championships routines, the Studio Urban crews plan to kick it up a notch this year and improve on their 2016 21st place world ranking. FunSize crew member, Bodhi Wallen, says, “I’m really excited for the world championships this year. I’m really excited to see what new crews will compete since my last time competing in Las Vegas in 2016.” Adds Mary, “When we went there [world championships] last time, the experience really showed the students the talent that was out there in the world, and that they are very talented to be a part of it.” In addition to competing, Studio Urban members will participate in a series of dance workshops taught by some of the world’s most recognised and original presenters and choreographers, including American dancer, choreographer and innovator, Popin’ Pete, who has worked alongside music artists such as Justin Timberlake and The Black Eyed Peas. “For our studio, the most important part [of participating] is for the students to go into this competition and get the best experience that they can. That means to represent the country the best they can, enjoy the process, and to take as much growth and progress from an experience like this.

“In focusing on our dancer’s growth instead of prioritising placements, we promote a healthy competitive environment for our dancers. We believe that in the grand scheme of things, awards are secondary to building strong foundations within the dancers.” The safe and inclusive environment that Studio Urban promotes comes from the company’s founder, Mark Barber, whose initial aim was to bring hip hop culture to Brisbane’s north side. Through the positive messages spread by both Mark and Mary, Studio Urban has grown into a loving and supportive community. “I wanted to become what I needed when I was young - a mentor – and that motivated me to start my company,” explains Mark. “At Studio Urban we are providing a platform for our dancers to be immersed in positive hip hop dance culture, and to provide a space where both casual and committed dancers can explore their love for this incredible culture. As a result, our dance studio has become what many call a second home. “What I teach the kids is that we treat each other like family. We treat each other with respect, and help each other grow. It’s a positive experience.” Jesters captain, Dallyn Johnston, says, “I love the Studio Urban environment so much. It pushes me as a dancer and performer, while also having fun with great vibes. “Because we focus on our enjoyments before winning, it makes the environment so much more enjoyable and memorable. Mark and the studio have given me a lot of confidence in myself, a passion to love, and an outlet better than anything I can imagine.” Studio Urban welcomes donations and sponsorships from the community to support the dancers with the upcoming competition. Those wishing to contribute can get in touch with Studio Urban through their website.

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Caboolture’s

Woodcrafting Community Words: Nicholas Hastie Photo: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

Located on the grounds of the Caboolture Historical Village is a woodcrafting community focused towards engaging and nurturing the creative potential of north Brisbane. Founded in 1998 from an inability to find any suitable woodcrafting sessions in the community, the Caboolture & District Woodcrafters Club was established to promote, foster and practice the art of woodcrafting and all forms of woodworking. Beginning with 32 friends meeting up for woodcrafting demonstrations, as the group began to grow, the Club became incorporated, and established themselves in the Caboolture Historical Village where they now operate Monday to Saturday. “I don’t think they [founding members] would have imagined that the club would have gotten as big as it is, and it’s getting bigger and bigger all the time,” says the Club’s president, Mr Doug Pearce. Now with over 100 members, the Club continues to accommodate for craftsmen and women of any skill level. “Membership isn’t just older blokes. We are getting the younger members in their teens, as well as people in their twenties, thirties and forties. “We take members from fourteen years of age, both male and female, and we offer them the exact same workshops as we do the older members. We have beginner and intermediate workshops on woodturning, pyrography, toy making and carving.” Mr Pearce explains that many of the new members aren’t experts, but rather individuals who have never had the opportunity to try woodworking, or may have enjoyed it in high school and wanted to get back into it. “A lot of people will come in and say they want to get into woodwork, but they aren’t sure what they want to do, so we encourage them to learn all the basic woodworking tools first, then we will begin them on a beginner woodturning course.” Evolving over its 30 years of establishment, the machinery and experiences offered by the facility have continued to expand. The Club owns and operates a Lucas Mill and a Hardwood Mill (horizontal bandsaw), and in addition to woodturning, pyrography, toy making and carving, members can also learn milling, sign making and box crafting. “We try to encourage them [new members] to learn as much of the new machines in the workshop that they can.” As members are exposed to all the different workshops available, they figure out what they most enjoy and continue practicing. Mr Pearce says the woodturning and toy crafting workshops are typically the most popular. The combined guidance and extensive woodworking experience on offer from the older members provides a very safe environment for new members to develop their skill. Founding member, Dori Durisotti, says his favourite aspect of the club is the opportunity to learn from like-minded people and share ideas amongst each other. “There are plenty of people here that are more than happy to help others that aren’t confident,” says Mr Pearce. For more information on Caboolture & District Woodcrafters Inc. visit their website www.caboolturewoodcrafters.com or Facebook page.

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Need Some Sleep?

WORDS: Debb Webber, Zen Chi Natural Therapies & Wellness Centre

People who suffer from insomnia know what a huge impact sleep deprivation has on their overall well-being. In the short term a lack of sleep can affect your ability to make decisions, control your emotions, focus, solve problems and even undermine your immune system. While in the long term, studies have shown that lack of sleep has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, anxiety and depression. Sleep plays a crucial role in maintaining our physical and mental health. Many clinical studies are finding acupuncture to be beneficial in treating insomnia. One of the ways in which your practitioner does this is by looking at the nature of your symptoms and individualising a treatment especially for you. Whether you have difficulty falling asleep, you seem to wake at the same time every night, wake early and find youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re unable to fall asleep again or find your sleep disturbed by vivid dreams, acupuncture works by treating the cause behind your insomnia and helping your body rebalance itself. Acupuncture is natural and virtually painless! Although the number of treatments you would require depends on the nature of your insomnia and the length of time you have suffered from it, most people notice that they experience a feeling of calmness almost immediately. I have even found that people who come for an acupuncture treatment for seemingly unrelated ailments and injuries, report that their quality of sleep has improved in the week between appointments.

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TerryWhite Chemmart Narangba Honours ‘Parcel Postie Laurie’ Words: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

On Wednesday July 18, TerryWhite Chemmart Narangba hosted a special event in honour of the late Laurence ‘Laurie’ Menadue, Narangba’s dearly departed postie. Attended by family, friends and a number of Laurie’s clients, the event was held to dedicate the pharmacy’s Consis robotic dispenser in memory of Laurie, with the machine now displaying a plaque bearing his name. Officiating proceedings was Terry White AO, Deputy Chairman of the Terry White Group, who said, “It is my great pleasure to be here today to celebrate and remember a lovely man. As you all know, Laurie was our local postie, and had a special relationship with all our team here. “It’s a real privilege for us that Laurie’s family have allowed us to name this new machine after him, and I think all of us should remember that people like Laurie are the people that make communities work, and we as a business are very determined to retain our links in the community.” Speaking on behalf of the family, Laurie’s wife Heatherlee said, “To our family and friends, this [dedication] means the world to us. While Laurence was in hospital he had a down day, and he was saying, ‘I don’t think many people will come to my funeral’. I said, ‘What? You’re nuts! The whole of Narangba loves you including all the dogs, and

not only that, TerryWhite Narangba is thinking of naming their dispensing machine after you’. Laurence was overawed by it all, that somebody would think that much of him. “As I look at everybody here who has listened to him and enjoyed having Laurence deliver their parcels, I thank each and every one of you for embracing Laurence and for naming this machine after him and remembering him, because in our family he’ll always be with us in our hearts and our minds.” The occasion doubled as a farewell for Pharmacist, Lorraine Walker, who was departing for the Canary Islands, Spain, the next day to perform ten months field service for Mercy Ships, a global charity that operates hospital ships in developing nations. Especially close to Laurie, it was Lorraine’s idea to name the dispenser after him. Addressing the gathered guests, staff and Lorraine, Pharmacy Owner Chris Campbell, said, “Lorraine has been working in the business and connecting with the community for thirteen years, and in that time she’s made a phenomenal difference to so many people’s lives. To go and work on the Mercy Ships and do what you’re doing Lorraine is a true inspiration, and I’m inspired by you. Thank you so much for all you’ve done.”

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Heatherlee Menadue, Terry White, Jody Stone (nee Menadue) and Chris Campbell.

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CABOOLTURE BRIGHT MINDS FESTIVAL 2018

WEDNESDAY 5 SEPTEMBER

BECOME A REAL SCIENTIST FOR A DAY! 7:10am - 4:00pm $25pp Year 6 students only

SUNDAY 16 SEPTEMBER

STEAM WORKSHOP SPECTACULAR 1:00pm - 4:30pm from $5 - $25 per session Year 1-6 students

TUESDAY 18 SEPTEMBER

AMAZING ASTRONOMY ‘STAR PARTY’ EVENING! 5:30pm - 7:00pm $10pp Year 4-6 students

Shin Pain in Active Kids

Words: Matt Klibbe, Moreton All Body Care

‘Shin splints’ is often used as a generic label for any sort of shin or calf pain in the leg. It is used to describe the condition of a stress reaction that can occur between the muscle and the bone in the lower leg. It appears to most commonly affect active people who are doing a lot of training that involves running, or running-based sports, such as soccer, football or basketball, and other ‘high load’ activities, such as dance. It tends to be described as a diffuse type aching pain that radiates down the inside of the shin bone. Shin splints are usually an inflammatory condition that affects the inside of the tibia, or shin bone. Excessive loading, or overtraining leads to micro-tears in the attachment of the Posterior Tibialis muscle on the bone, which fail to resolve throughout the training cycle. This can often be as the result of fatigue in the muscle as the activity continues. The pain usually decreases with warm up, but recurs after training or the next day. It can progress to pain at rest as well. What can cause it? Some of the most common causes of shin splints are often the result of training errors. There may be sudden increases in training load, such as frequency or duration of training, or the intensity of training. Usually people trying to do too much too fast. But they can also be attributed to changes in training conditions, e.g. from grass to bitumen, or even a change of footwear. Tightness in the calf muscles and abnormal biomechanics, or functioning of the feet, have been found to contribute to shin splints. What can be done? A complete and thorough history of the athlete, with a review of training load and conditions, is very important. A previous lower limb injury, and running more than 30km per week, has been shown to predispose athletes to tibial stress reactions. Initial treatment often involves the reduction of the inflammation of the bone-muscle junction. Rest, ice, massage, and anti-inflammatory medications can often help with this. Podiatric assessment of the feet, legs and footwear are also important components of the management of this condition. A proper stretching and modified training program, with changes to frequency, duration and intensity, can then be formulated for the individual. Any significant biomechanical abnormalities may require custom designed orthotics and improved footwear for correction. If you are concerned about ongoing shin or calf pain in either yourself or your child, contact the team at Moreton All Body Care for a review. Happy training. If you do have concerns about your elbow pain, or would simply like to work on improving your strength and balance, please give us a call to arrange an appointment on 3886 9470 (Narangba) 3888 6699 (Burpengary).

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KEEPING AHEAD

of the Game Words: Tim Vetter Photo: MMM Photography

Caboolture Sports Football Club is in safe hands, with the club’s goalkeeping ranks boosted recently by an international recruit and elite coaching. The senior men’s side have the best defensive record this season, conceding just eight goals (15 less than ladder-leaders Toowong), and new ‘keeper Jacob Boyle has played a big part in that. The 24-year-old grew up in the US, and having played four years of college football and even a professional stint with Baltimore Kings, he travelled to Spain earlier this year to trial for the SoccerSmart program - a scouting agency which allows players to travel abroad to continue their careers. Just a week after returning to the US, he was contacted by the company with the news that Caboolture were interested in signing him. “I didn’t hesitate in taking the opportunity, as it’s a guaranteed contract and the chance to live in an incredibly beautiful country,” he said. “My experience here has been nothing but positive. I’ve thoroughly

enjoyed getting to know my teammates, the Caboolture staff and the fans. “The standard rivals that of the US. It’s amazing to see the potential talent that goes unnoticed here, and I definitely see this area of the world getting better and better as time goes on.” Boyle was one of many ‘keepers from the club to benefit from the expertise of Brisbane Roar Goalkeeping Coach, Jason Kearton, who visited the club last month to deliver a series of clinics. “Now I’m with the Roar I don’t get a chance much to go back to the grassroots and do this type of coaching,” Kearton said. “I loved it, the kids loved it, and everyone there really gave their all and showed what they could do.” Players from under-10 up to seniors attended the sessions, put on by the former English Premier League player. “I really enjoyed learning from him – he pushed me and showed what areas of my game need

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improvement,” Boyle said. Boyle received the coach’s award twice while playing for Limestone College, and kept a clean sheet in his first game for Baltimore, all the while pursuing his off-field passion of zoology. “I graduated from Limestone in 2014 with a degree in Organismal Biology, and my goal is to be a zookeeper and help promote conservation efforts for some of the more iconic animals in the world like lions, tigers and wolves,” he said. “Working with these big predators gives me the same rush and excitement as being in goal in a one-on-one, or tipping wide a shot headed for the top corner. “I’ve been very fortunate to be able to volunteer at Australia Zoo. Having grown up watching Steve Irwin on TV, it was a dream of mine to come out here and visit the Zoo, let alone gain experience working there. “This season has done me wonders on and off the field, and to say that I am appreciative of everything that has come my way is a complete understatement.”

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

AUGUST 2018

PINE RIVERS SHOW 3RD, 4TH AND 5TH Pine Rivers Showgrounds

For more information visit www.pineriversshow.org.au

The annual Pine Rivers Show spectacular hosted by the Pine Rivers A H & I Association will again bring Australian wildlife and the best of country entertainment to Lawnton over the first weekend of August, as it has done annually for the past 113 years! Saddle up the family and trot on over for a fantastic day of all ages fun and rodeo mayhem at Pine Rivers Showgrounds Friday 3rd, through to Sunday, 5th August 2018.

CABOOLTURE FAMILY FUN DAY MONDAY13th Centenary Lakes, Caboolture 10am to 4pm

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for an inexpensive alternative to a day at the EKKA, then Caboolture Family Fun Day is just the place for you. Head to Centenary Lakes on Monday 13 August between 10am and 4pm to enjoy FREE rides, stage shows, activities, show bags, markets, food stalls and more! This years theme is Carnival. Free Shuttle Buses will run from Caboolture Station and Caboolture Town Square to the event from 9.15am to 4.30pm. Prams must be folded. Unfortunately there is no disability access on the shuttle bus, however disability parking is available.

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For more information visit www. visitmoretonbayregion.com.au/ whats-on/events/caboolturefamily-fun-day

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With over a decade of stage experience between them, singer Simon Vermeulen and guitarist Tommy Drake (aka Double Jack) have created their own distinct sound and impressive live stage show. Their ever-growing repertoire of songs, made up of a wide variety of music ranging from the 60’s through to today, is guaranteed to get you singing along to some of your favourite tunes.

DOUBLE JACK - 25TH Narangba Valley Tavern Saturday 25th from 8.30pm FREE

DEAN RAY - 17TH FREE EVENT

North Lakes Sports Club, 9pm

Take some time out on Saturday 25th, enjoy a drink from the Sports Bar, and the free entertainment by local guys Double Jack.

Runner-up of Australia’s ‘X Factor’ in 2014, singer-songwriter, Dean Ray, returns to Queensland this month to perform at North Lakes Sports Club. Performing as a three-piece, Dean will be joined on stage by local Brisbane musicians Andy Toombs (bass) and Isaac Leong Loon (drums).

VIETNAM VETERANS DAY 2018 SATURDAY 18TH Burpengary Service

The service will conducted by the Caboolture Sub Branch of the Vietnam Veterans’ Association of Australia. Form up will be on the driveway of Remembrance House, Progress Road Burpengary at 10am.

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL SATURDAY 18TH Sandstone Point Hotel 11am to 8pm

Celebrate strawberries – the lusciously sweet aggregate fruit beloved the world over at Sandstone Point Hotel’s Strawberry Festival. The fourth annual Strawberry Festival is a family-friendly event celebrating the local strawberry industry, one of the biggest farming industries in Queensland. With over 40 per cent of Queensland strawberries coming from our local Moreton Bay Region, our slice of South East Queensland paradise has the perfect excuse to revel in all things Fragaria vesca, so bring the family, kick-back and join in the sweet festivities at Sandstone Point Hotel. The day will be jam-packed with strawberry themed fun, family entertainment, live music and much more. There’ll even be a Strawberry Patch Bar whipping up strawberry-based drinks. For more information visit www.sandstonepointhotel.com.au

March off will be at 10.30am to the Burpengary War Memorial. Service will commence at 11am. Service should conclude by 12 noon. At the conclusion of the service we will be adjourning to The Central Tavern on Northshore Drive for a meal and refreshments. All Veterans from Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan and Peace Keeping Operations and their partners, and the general public, are cordially invited to attend this service. DON’T FORGET THERE IS NO MARCH OR SERVICE IN BRISBANE CITY THIS YEAR. The Caboolture Sub Branch Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Lion’s Den, (Maitland Street off Old Bay Road) Burpengary at 11am. All Veterans are welcome to attend. Contact: President John Dolton OAM on 3888 1656 or the Secretary Elfie Cox on 5495 2090.

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Burpengary resident, Jacob Hook, is officially one of the best junior speedway riders on the planet.

“I would’ve loved to make the final four, but sixth at my first international event is pretty cool.

The 15-year-old shone on the sports’ biggest stage recently, competing at the FIM Speedway Youth World Championship in Poland.

“I feel like I have achieved everything I hoped for, and the contacts and friends that I have made on this adventure sets me up if I want to return to Europe and race professionally.”

Jacob was one of just three Aussies to qualify for the event, having finished second in the under-16 250cc Solo Speedway Championship in Mildura earlier this year. “This was my first time competing at international level, and is definitely the highlight of my sporting career,” Jacob said. “It allowed me to see if I have what it takes to become a professional.” Arriving in Poland with his family in late June, they brought engines over from Australia and purchased second-hand frames and wheels in order to put the bikes together before practice and qualifying. “Mum, Dad and I have been staying in a unit complex in Gdansk,” he said. “The weather is great being summer over here, and a lot of the locals speak English so we’re doing pretty well.” Starting strongly in the first semi-final in Gdansk, Jacob finished equal second and lost the runoff to end up in third place, qualifying him for the World Final held in Torun. There were five heats in the final event, with Hook claiming two wins, one second place and two third place finishes to go through to the semi-final stage. He finished third in the race, with his total of 11 points placing him sixth in the world. Fellow Queenslander, Keynan Rew, finished fourth with 15 points. “I was nervous and excited going into my first race, but when my helmet went on and the alarm sounded to start the race it was just adrenalin,” Jacob said.

Growing up in Deception Bay and moving to Burpengary at age 10, Hook’s passion for the sport was sparked by receiving a motorbike for his tenth birthday in 2014. He started racing that year on a 125cc junior speedway bike, and as he says, “the rest is history”. “As soon as I had a go on a slider (speedway bike) I knew this is what I wanted to do,” he said. Hook now competes regularly at the North Brisbane Junior Motorcycle Club at Nudgee and the Ipswich Switches Junior Speedway Club, as well as interstate events at least once a month. He is also a member of the Burpengary State Secondary College Sports Innovation program, providing resources and support for high achieving students. “The support from friends, family and sponsors for this trip has been exceptional,” he said. “All motor sport is expensive, so without financial support we would not be able to represent our country. There is the cost of bikes, freight, accommodation, van hire, flights et cetera to try and manage.” Anyone interested in supporting Jacob can contact him via Facebook messenger through his page Jacob Hook Racing. “I would love to travel overseas and race professionally,” he said. “I will keep practicing, racing and improving here in Australia, and the contacts that I have made on this trip will hopefully help me get back overseas.”

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LOCALTASTES

Dining Guide

Caboolture | Morayfield | Narangba | Burpengary | Dakabin | Kallangur | Petrie Griffin | Murrumba Downs | North Lakes | Mango Hill Our Bar & Grill boasts a 250 seated restaurant with kids out door play ground and kids electronic play area. With a large menu designed to cater for all tastes and daily deals to meet everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. Address: 37-47 Golden Wattle Drive, Narangba Contact: 3491 1000 Online: www.narangbatavern.com.au

A relaxed family atmosphere to enjoy Merlo coffee, a selection of teas, cakes and freshly prepared light meals. Address: Narangba Valley Shopping Centre Contact: 3385 5161 Hours: Weekdays 7am to 3pm Weekends 7.30am to 12noon Online: Follow us on Facebook at Valley Coffee Narangba

Full breakfast & lunch menu. Home-baked cakes & slices. Non-profit cafe. Supporting the needs of our community locally and globally. Family-friendly including childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playground. Address: 793 Oakey Flat Road, Morayfield (Carmichael College) Contact: 07 5431 1253 Hours: Tuesday to Friday 8am to 4pm Saturday 7.30am to 2pm

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With three dining outlets, there’s something for all taste buds and budgets at one of Queensland’s most awarded clubs. Choose from The Bistro, Cafe Oz or Terraza Pizza Cafe. Address: 19-27 Station Rd, Morayfield Contact: (07) 5497 9711 Hours: Open daily from 9am Online: www.cabsports.com.au

Serving both dark and medium roasted coffee to suit all tastes. Come and share our passion and enthusiasm for coffee. Address: Burpengary Plaza, inside next to Woolworths. Cuisine: Hot and Cold Beverages, Cakes and Savoury Hours: Weekdays 6am to 5.30pm Sat 7am to 4.30pm and Sun 8.30am to 4pm

CAPPY HOUR MON TO FRI 6AM TO 7AM 10% OFF food + drink combos

Queensland’s newest club featuring a modern Australian a-la-carte Restaurant with full table service and a great range of freshly prepared Cafe meals, treats and drinks. Address: 36-42 Flinders Parade, North Lakes Contact: 1300 006 572 Online: www.northlakessports.com.au Hours: Crave Café – 10am till late Daily Banyan Restaurant – Lunch from 11.30am Dinner from 5.30pm Daily

Enjoy our $10.00 Bacon and Egg all day breakfast whilst you relax in our family-friendly cafe. Dine in and Takeaway. Award-winning coffee available. Address: 8/1380 Anzac Avenue, Kallangur Contact: 07 3482 2200 Hours: Monday - Friday 6.30am to 2pm Saturday 6.30am to 11.30am

$10 BACON, EGGS & TOAST ALL DAY BREAKFAST

Your choice of fresh beef, lamb, chicken or seafood placed on top of a lava stone and cooked to your desired level of perfection. Address: 3/12 Endeavour Boulevard, North Lakes Contact: 3385 0347 Online: www.stonesnorthlakes.com.au Hours: Café Breakfast & Lunch Tues - Friday 7:30am to 2pm and Hot Stone Dinners Tues - Sunday 5:30pm to 10pm

Advertise in our Dining Guide from $60 per month... ...and introduce your dining experience to our readers in Caboolture, Morayfield, Narangba, Burpengary, Dakabin, Kallangur, Petrie, Griffin, Murrumba Downs, North Lakes and Mango Hill. That is 15,000 readers and growing! Contact Rebecca on 0416 095 575 for more information.

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Decorating with

Bold Patterns WORDS: Oxmar Properties

Use Bold Furniture

Do you have the kind of space that could do with a little brightening up? With bold patterns, you can make any room really come alive. However, not every space can work well with bold patterns, so you will need to keep a few tips in mind before you start throwing this kind of dĂŠcor around. Here are a few suggestions for keeping your interior spaces bright and bold without going too over the top. When you keep these tips in mind, you can put together a space that is worthy of all the bright, bold patterns you want to use. You can learn how to balance these bold looks and how to decorate around them, and you will be better able to incorporate them into your home when you remember these suggestions.

Although bold furniture might not be for everyone, if you like a particularly bold patterned sofa or love seat, you can really make it work for you. Choose a pattern with one to three different colours working together, so you always have something to match when you shop for other pieces of furniture.

Choose Bold Rugs A large, bold patterned area rug can be a great way to bring a ton of colour to a room, especially if you have a hardwood or tile floor. Match the colours in your area rug to the rest of your furnishings and let your rug become the focal point of your room.

Opt for Bold Curtains You might not think about letting the curtains do the talking in your room, but if you have a lot of big, beautiful windows, you can draw a lot of attention to them by using bold prints in your curtain fabric. Choose furniture that complements the colours in your curtains well, and be careful not to overdo it with wall dĂŠcor near the curtains, so as not to make the visual appearance too heavy.

Always Balance your Designs Whichever way you choose to use bold patterns, remember to balance these designs with solids as much as possible. Paint a neutral colour on the walls, choose solid furniture, or select solid accent pieces throughout the room to create a sense of balance and keep from overloading your senses when you step into your boldly decorated space. Remember that matching colours to your patterns can be fun, but using complementing colours can look especially nice as well.

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“W-What do you mean?” I ask, my voice wavering, cracking due to my fear. “Life without you in the world.” “Do you mean—?” “You’ve been dead for six months. And I… am Death.” I finally turn to look at him, and it’s the same magician. But, for some reason, his features look distorted. He’s shimmering in the lights of the living room. “Why are you doing this?” “Oh, a number of reasons. Everyone has a clock, you see.” As he says this the room vanishes, to be replaced by some sort of throne room. But instead of chairs and tables around the room, there are just— “Hourglasses.” So, this is what he meant by a clock. “Is this… everyone in the world?” “Yes. All 7.6 billion of you. I know when all of you are going to die. For example, your classmate, Julie—” “Don’t say it.” “—is going to live a long and happy life, up ‘til the age of eighty-six.” “Oh. Okay.” I wander around in awe, taking in the sheer size of the room that I have been taken to. “So, what was with that weird light show that scared the crap out of me?” “It was a test.” “Of course it was.” I shake my head, realising that I was insulting Death himself, and quickly shut up. He flips the cards around. “Now, pick one.” I shrug, and grab randomly from his hand. “Wait. What the—?” This isn’t a normal card. I look back at him, but his face is slowly sinking back, falling unto itself like little grains of sand. The card shows… him, but it definitely looked normal before he flipped the cards around. I look down and recoil in horror. He has completely sifted down into sand, all of him but his eyes, which are following me around. The scenery changes. I barely have time to register it before a gust of wind blows his grains straight back at my face. Sneezing and coughing, I walk around the field, attempting to locate where on earth I have gone. I pick up a flower, but as soon as I do this, my world is thrown upside down. Now I stand on the ceiling of a house, upside down. Watching people watching television. “Wait a second.” They’re my parents! Without me. They are sitting in silence, only the TV breaking through. I try to signal to them, but no sound comes out of my mouth. And I don’t think they would be able to see me anyway.

“To see whether you are pure. And I have to say, you seem to be. Most people would have asked how they died already.” That probably would have been my next question. I hesitate, allowing Death to slip in and tell me, “You died in a car accident.” The world moves around us again, allowing me to see what is presumably the fatal accident. But I don’t feel the same connection to the scene. Death waits for my reaction, but when I just watch with interest, he whisks us away to yet another scene. “Where are we now?” “I’ve made my evaluation.” Death fails to answer my question, which doesn’t escape my notice. “And?” He grins. “Welcome to Hell.”

“How does it look?” His breath is in my ear, his voice grating me down to my very bones. Nevertheless, I try to remain calm.

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Words: Jayden Johnston (15yo)

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or a country that’s known for its ordinary weather, the UK is a surprisingly wonderful destination for walking. There are thousands of miles of public footpaths across rural Britain, which enable walkers to access farmland, forests and quaint villages. The best seasons are between midspring and mid-autumn (April to October), with summer having the most daylight hours and more chance of warm weather. Possibly the most reliable and easily accessed walking paths are those along rivers (the Thames Path is especially good for finding pubs when you need rest and refreshment) and canals, of which there are many. These waterways were once a major transport route and are now populated by narrow boats which for some people, are a way of life, and for others, offer an alternative style of holiday. For those on foot, the canal birdlife and flora can be just as captivating as the man-made scenery. Most walks require very little planning: it’s usually wise to bring water and snack food as well as layered clothing in case of changes in the weather. A good map is often useful (or a smart phone with a map app, provided the location has a reliable signal for accessing data). One-way day walks may need more preparation, particularly with transport arrangements. The London Outer Orbital Path (LOOP) is a great aid to day walkers, as each section of this extensive path begins and ends near public transport (bus or train). Hence it is possible to follow signs to enjoy semi-rural and parkland scenery whilst skirting the perimeter of the metropolis. London has a surprising number of other walking options, including the big green spaces such as Hampstead Heath in the north, Hyde Park and Regents Park in Central London, Richmond Park and Kew Gardens in the south and my favourite, Windsor Great Park near Windsor Castle. On a fine summer’s day, the sight of the castle seen from the Long Walk was a highlight of my visit to Windsor. Away from the crowded souvenir shops and cafes in this historic town, Windsor Great Park covers thousands of acres with many miles of pathways. Within a few hours I enjoyed quiet lakeside strolls and many shaded avenues, stopped for lunch in a cafe within a plant nursery, and later sipped on a pint of cold beer in a pub overlooking a cricket pitch. Windsor Great Park (which surrounds a working farm) is open to the public for free (courtesy of Her Majesty). And if the weather had turned bad on my day out, then the castle and museum of Windsor would still have made the day-trip worthwhile. I could also have spent more time in the visitor centre, and enjoyed another pot of tea. It’s good to have a plan B, and even better when it’s not needed.

Top: Walking in rural England, especially under blue sky and sunshine, is a delight for the senses and a photographer’s dream. Middle: Even in metropolitan areas, it’s possible to walk great distances without ever crossing a road, simply by walking the tow-path of the canals. Bottom: Since the latest royal wedding, Windsor has enjoyed a boost in tourism.

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Trivia

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Q: What item of clothing was named after its Scottish inventor? A: A Mackintosh.

Q: What kind of weapon is a falchion? A; A sword.

Q: What is someone who shoes horses called? A: A farrier.

Q: Where would you find the Sea of Tranquility? A: The Moon.

Q: Name the largest freshwater lake in the world? A: Lake Superior.

Q: Who was the legendary Benedictine monk who invented champagne? A: Dom Perignon.

Q: Which word goes before vest, beans and quartet? A: String.

Q: What is another word for lexicon? A: Dictionary.

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Q: Who invented the rabies vaccination? A: Louis Pasteur.

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Fish MONTH of the

AUSTRALIA, EAST COAST – GOLD COAST SEAWAY

Snapper Chrysophrys auratus

LAT 27° 57’ S LONG 153° 25’ E Times and Heights of High and Low Waters JUNE JULY

MAY Time 0303 0857 TU 1449 2130

Time

m 0.26 1.35 0.20 1.65

0.30 1.27 1519 0.25 WE 2206 1.62

0239 0837 WE 1429 2112

Time

0.20 1.39 0.08 1.82

0409 0945 FR 1519 2216

0.19 1.33 1512 0.12 TH 2158 1.84

2 0449 1025

2 0345 0933

17 0329 0924

3 0428 1011

18 0424 1015

0.35 1.19 TH 1549 0.32 2242 1.58

Words and Photo: Peter Hansler Time m Time m

0417 say 0.15 0.34 I’ll never 1007 1.23 1.15 Snapper! 0.31 SA 1545 0.14 2238 1.87 1.63

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17 0016 0635

3 0620 1236

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Also known as pinkies, squire, red

1.47 0.23 1.22 0.45

1.28 0.28 SA 1337 1.20 1921 0.50

19 0206 0815

1.19 0.28 1.27 0.51

20 0318 0916

1.12 0.26 1554 1.37 MO 2208 0.46

very fatty, sweet white flesh.

0.29 1.11

5 0021 0709

1.46 0.43

20 0125 0806

1.57 0.26

5 0030 0709

1.41 0.35

20 0147 0815

1.32 0.27

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1.45

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22 0151 0840

1.59 0.31 TU 1451 1.13 2019 0.48

7 0210 0856

1.36 0.39 TH 1512 1.12 2038 0.59

22 0325 0953

1.35 0.27 FR 1635 1.35 2226 0.50

7 0216 0848

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22 0527 1113

8 0506 1100

1.12 0.15 WE 1755 1.64

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10 0115 0705

0.13 1.21 1250 0.00 FR 1939 1.85

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O 1.28 O 23H0423 1041 0.26

puzzle solutions

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20 0626 1221

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0451 1.07 K 0318 R 1.25 8 0940 0.26 23 1051 0.29 1.37 PMOT1753 1729 1.44 I SU 1627 E M Y 1.47 SAE 2225 0.50 2013 0.62 2332 0.47 L D E0406A 1.34 N R A Y 1.23 M 0421 3 7 1 5 2 03059 1.354 6 0400 8 0014 0.43 9 0954 0.44 24 1033 1.48 9 1030 0.28 24T0517 9 1032I 1.23 0.26 1124 0.25 0.20 24 0544 1.07 1602 1.09 TH 1701 1.33 1703 1.35 SU 1817 1.53 1722 1.51 TU 1136 0.27 WE SA MO 9 5 4 6 8 21333 0.591 7 2244 2 0.44 J2254 0.49 I R2332 S 0.40 P C A1836 1.53 0457 1.44 0459 1.34 0522 1.23 0405 1.37 0026 0.42 0.37 M E A L10 1122 H 0.14 R25 0059 6 2 8 7 104 10411 0.379 25 3 1119 5 0.23 10U1113 0.21 25N0605T 1.20 0631 1.08 1753 1.44 1751 1.50 1813 1.66 1656 1.19 1204 0.23 1218 FR SUA TU TH MOG U EWE 1914 0.24 2351 0.40 1857 1.59 1.58 5 6 9 8 3 22377 0.532 1 2344 4 0.40 N0551 1.35 G 0031 0.30 A 0458 1.40 0548 1.40 0113 0.38 0137 0.31 11 26 1.24 26 0713 1.11 2 8 7 9 11 1 11224 0.306 26 5 1200 3 0.20 11 I1155 0.14 M E0650N 1.18 U WE 0619 P 0.22 1212 0.08 T TH 1256 FR 1742 1.31 SA 1838 1.53 MO 1837 1.64 TU 1240 0.22 2330 0.45 1935 1.64 1949 1.61 1904 1.78 T E S I A 1 4 3 2 6 05445 1.437 8 0037 9 0.36 0045 0.32 0155 0.34 0126 0.20 0213 0.27 T 12 0714 P 1.25 V27 0751 T 1.13 E R 12 1200 0.22 27 0633 1.36 W12A0640T 1.35 27 0730 1.17 0.19 TU 1238 0.09 WE 1316 0.22 TH 1302 0.03 FR 1332 0.20 8 9 5 4 SA7 18246 1.443 SU 2 1236 1 L E L I O T 2010 1.66 2024 1.63 1918 1.60 1922 1.76 1954 1.88 B O Y0234L 0.32 E T 0.12 T 0247 E 0.24 0124 0.33 0136 0.24 0.37 0218 4 1 6 3 135 0017 2 8 9 7 0628 1.45 28 0713 1.32 13 0730 1.34 28 0808 1.16 13 0808 1.26 28 0827 1.15 I TH 1349A 0.23 FR 1351 R 0.00 Y SA 1407 R 0.18 WE 1321 0.06 SU 1236 0.16 MO 1311 0.19 2008 1.85 2045 1.67 2043 1.93 2057 1.63 7 3 2 1 9 19048 1.575 4 1956 6 1.65 C A L M U I N 0104 0.29 0208 0.32 0229 0.18 0310 0.30 0309 0.08 0320 0.23 14 0710 1.45 29 0752 1.27 14 0820 1.31 I 29 0846R 1.15 14 0902 N 1.27 29 0902 S 1.16 0.10 0.72) Puzzle 30 (Hard, difficulty MO 1311 rating TU 1343 0.20 TH 1406 0.06 FR 1424 0.24 SA 1442 0.01 SU 1442 0.19 Suduko Puzzle #30 1945 1.68 2032 1.68 2057 1.91 1.93 2130 1.61 N V2119I 1.66 E T N2133 A M 0322 0.15 0347 0353 0.22 1 8 6 3 157 0150 2 0.235 9 0249 4 0.32 S E 0.30 A0401 0.06 0753 1.44 30 0830 1.23 15 0912 1.28 30 0924 1.14 15 0955 1.26 30 0939 1.16 1349 0.08 1414 0.23 1455 0.08 0.26 0.05 0.21 SU K SA 1459 R1534 V MO 1518 2154 1.63 2223 1.87 2204 1.57 4 5 2 6 TU8 20279 1.777 WE 1 2106 3 1.68 FR 2147 1.91 J I N I B A R A O 0329 0.32 0428 0.23 1017 1.16 3 7 9 4 1 5 8 31 2 0907 6 1.19 S N L 31 TH 1446 0.26 TU 1555 0.25 2237 1.52 S P L I N T S G U 9 3 7 1 5 6 2 4 2140 8 1.66 N A2016, BureauO B N P  Copyright Commonwealth of Australia of Meteorology 8 6 1 9 Datum 2 4of Predictions 3 5 7 is Lowest Astronomical A W OTide O D C R A F T E R S P Y I E I Full Moon 2 4 5 8 Moon 3 7Phase 9 Symbols 6 1 New Moon First Quarter P E N G L A N D E V 6 1 8 2 9 3 4 7 5 E R T- 5 U R B A N 7 9 4 5 6 8 1 3 2 R S I S T S I M O N E 5 2 3 7 4 1 6 8 9 N

1.15 0.29 SA 1417 1.25 2024 0.51

0.45 1.05

8 0201

0.27 1.17 FR 1814 0.44

5 0558 1134

0858 0.48 0940 Puzzle 27 (Hard, difficulty rating 0.71) TU 1453 1.01 WE 1601

1.31 0.22 1312 1.25 FR 1906 0.44

0510 0.40 0617 0.42 0624 0.35 0053 0522 0.25 0028 1.69 1.12 1.04South0709 1219 1.08 1113 1.17 in The1159 0.24 0724 This is a great time of 1049 year to target them Great East. Redcliffe and FR 1623 0.39 SA 1651 0.28 MO 1722 0.49 TU 1316 1.16 WE 1746 0.46 TH 1351 Scarborough are great local spots to chase them in a boat or kayak, and even off the 2320 1.52 2344 1.74 1846 0.39 1932

7 0058 0754

0.25 1.16 1720 0.37 TH 2351 1.37

1.63 0.18 1.21 0.35

0.21 1.25 FR 1559 0.19 2249 1.81

3 0532 1109

0.24 1.16 0.30 1.45

Puzzle 33 (Hard, difficulty rating 0.70)

2 8 5 7 9 6 3 1 4

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1.10 0.22 TU 1657 1.50 2321 0.36

0.04 1.26 SA 1341 -0.05 2028 1.89

0551 0.15 1212 1.28 TH 1802 0.32

0.37 0513 0.17 0501 0.32 0543 0.13 or knobby, Snapper 1.11bream 1106 1.19 1043 1.10 are 1147 1.22 found from Southern Australia up to 0.23 1556 0.36 1640 0.22 1615 0.34 SA SU MO TU 1724 2254 1.58 2307 1.54 2332 1.79 Queensland. around Central

Growing to well over 0652 a metre most I’ve seen caught in the 0.49 long, 0803 0.42 0901 0.27 0758bay 0.34are 250907 0.30 0734 0.31specimens 1229 1.01 size 1405 1.05 limit 1.26 with 1422more 1.15 than 1336 1.09 aWE TH 1533 FR no SA 1606 MO of 50cm. They have aSUminimum 35cm, possession of four, one1.32 1951 0.55 1902 0.44 1751 0.53 1923 0.58 2112 0.50 2209 0.53 over 70cm.

Time

0503 1058 WE 1635 2313

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Time

0.08 1050 1.24 MO 1628 0.13 2313 1.77

shore or jetty at night as they come in quite close to feed.

2018 August 2018 Time Zone –1000

0.39 0541 0.34 0611 0.20 0002 Being fantastic 1.07 1128they 1.09are a0633 1209 1.16 to eat, 0.40have 1740 0.31 species SU 1636 0.42 TU 1657 MO angling WE 1247 prized and a 1825 2335 1.52 2347 1.47

Brisbane Bar Tide Times

0.96 0.36 MO 1630 1.33 2301 0.47 0.95 0.35 1724 1.39 TU 2354 0.40

0.99 0.31 WE 1809 1.45 0.32 1.04 TH 1159 0.26 1849 1.51 0.26 1.09 FR 1239 0.21 1925 1.55

0.21 1.14 1316 0.17 SA 1958 1.57

0.17 1.18 SU 1351 0.13 2031 1.57

-0.00 0248 12 0251 0848 1.30 27 0841 SU 1432 -0.06 2115 1.87

0.14 1.21 MO 1425 0.12 2102 1.56

-0.01 0319 13 0337 0938 1.32 28 0916 MO 1521 -0.02 2201 1.79 0.02 1.32 1613 0.07 TU 2246 1.66

0.13 1.24 TU 1501 0.14 2135 1.52

14 0422 1028

29 0350 0952

15 0506 1119

30 0423 1032

0.07 1.30 WE 1706 0.18 2330 1.49

0.13 1.26 1538 0.17 WE 2207 1.46 0.14 1.27 TH 1619 0.23 2242 1.38

31 0458 1114

0.17 1.27 FR 1704 0.30 2319 1.28

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‘Oh, for the good old days...’ I caught myself using the phrase that years ago I used to poke fun at my dad for using. “It wasn’t as bad as this, when I was a young fellow,” I heard myself say when discussing an issue which seemed important at the time. I followed it with, “The trouble is, it’s not my world anymore!” I could have swallowed my tongue. Honestly! According to the keeper of all wisdom nowadays - the internet - older generations have always heaped praise on the days of their youth, while roundly condemning the happenings of today and predicting doom and gloom for the future. Whether it was Manners: “In my day, we kids showed respect for our elders.” Food: “It was fresher and tasted better in my day.” Happiness: “People were happier in my day.” Work: “We knew how to work in my day, none of this welfare stuff!” Morals: Ah well, moving right along! Evidently, this rose-coloured glasses stuff has been going on even before Adam was a boy. On a recently unearthed Assyrian clay tablet dated around 2800 BC, the inscription read ‘Our earth is degenerating, it is full of bribery and corruption, our children are disobedient and the end of the world is coming!’ In the 5th century BC, both Plato and Socrates condemned their younger generations for being lazy and bad-tempered. Even Aristotle had a go at it. “They think they know everything,” he wrote. In the 11th century, Peter the Hermit loudly proclaimed that youngsters had no respect for their parents or old age! In his case, no one would have heard him as he was a hermit! In 1948, doom and gloom poet, T. S. Eliot, predicted the decline of world culture. Most would agree that he has been proven wrong, with this planet’s cultural activities rising to great new heights in the last 70 years. In attempting to make some sense out of this puzzle, ‘1984’ author, George Orwell, said, “Every generation imagines itself to be more intelligent than the one that went before it, and wiser than the one that comes after it.” While psychologists and historians try to make sense out of this never-ending cycle of generational conflict, sociologist David Finkelhor from the University of New Hampshire has coined a new term for this age old phenomenon – ‘juvenoia’. So why is that some of us big note ‘our time in the sun’, and short change current and future generations? Experts say that most of us humans strive to experience new things. They call it our life period of adventure. But as we age and life progresses, we become settled in our ways and our period of adventure diminishes. The realisation that we are no longer part of the adventure, subconsciously both annoys and frightens us. Hence our reversal back to ‘the good old days’. Personally, I don’t care what the experts think! Mine were the BEST old days!

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