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How to Enter the World of Video Game Development Historically an industry that is not considered as a ‘real world’ career, gaming enthusiast Colin Elphie Coyle talks about the opportunities in this ever-evolving industry that is constantly presenting new challenges and rewards.

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Elphie Coyle: how to enter the World of Video Game Development Creator and chairman of Lightmare Studios (the independent game developer behind the cult hit digital trading card game, “Infinity Wars”) Elphie Coyle became financially independent in his early 20s by working smart and doing what he loves – video game development.

Historically an industry that is not considered as a ‘real world’ career, Colin Elphie Coyle (aka his in game character “Agent Coyle” - pictured) and the team at Lightmare Studios continue to train upcoming gaming enthusiasts in the fundamentals of this ever-evolving industry that’s constantly presenting new challenges and rewards. At the heart of it, everyone plays games, however the video gaming industry, where Australian salaries can reach over $103,000 per annum, is not as encouraged by schools and parents compared to more traditional careers which require higher education qualifications or similar. “There is still a rather large lack of awareness amongst various communities regarding how big the video game industry has become,” said Elphie. “As a result of this, the traditional job mentality continues to be used and opportunities within the industry are missed.” “It is interesting to note that in 2007, our industry’s gross revenue eclipsed that of the movie industry. Then in 2011, the music industry and in 2016, the gross revenue from the video game industry eclipsed the combined gross revenue from movie and music industries – worldwide - making it the biggest entertainment industry in the world. Needless to say there are many strong opportunities.”

This month Lightmare Studios is extending the opportunity out to schools in the areas of Dakabin, Kallangur, and Mango Hill, as well as other areas for those committed enough to travel in to Brisbane city once a week.

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Of recent times, however, the video gaming industry has continually attracted negative publicity regarding mental health impacts and has been held responsible for devastating school shootings and violent acts around the world. Parent’s who have concerns stemming from these reports may find comfort in the advice from someone who has immersed his life in the video game industry without displaying such behavioural traits. “I often get this concern from parents and I explain that what the media doesn’t promote very well is the great progress our industry is making with regard to helping and healing people via the use of video games,” said Elphie. “There are plenty of documented, medical examples of this including helping people to get use of their legs again. I would encourage parents to look past the media hype and seek proven, documented evidence before they get too overly concerned in this area.”

..what the media doesn’t promote very well is the great progress our industry is making with regard to helping and healing people via the use of video games.

“If we are not already offering something at your school, the chances are they may not be aware of our program. They can find out more about this Paid Traineeship Program by visiting www.lightmareqld.com.” said Elphie. “In the meantime, start a project or start making something to do with gaming. When I was seven years old I found my love for creating worlds through programming and I was always in the library grabbing coding books. You need to be able to show the industry that you not only have the vision, but also the ability to follow through.” Many children who grew up with a love of gaming end up pursuing a career within the industry, so if you have a teen with the talent, passion, and drive to dedicate their life to video games, they might find themselves here. Yet they don’t need to be a whiz with computers. Skills in artistry and animation, music and sound effects, writing, coding, budgeting and projects/marketing management can lead to careers as a video game artist, audio programmer, writer, game programmer or game producer consecutively.

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Lightmare Studio’s Game & Animation Traineeship is a school based traineeship where students get paid to learn video game development, focussed on animation, of which a number of secondary schools in Moreton Bay been offering. Secondary schools within Morayfield, Caboolture, Narangba Valley, Burpengary, Petrie and North Lakes currently work with Elphie and his team to help foster tomorrow’s video game developers via a traineeship which is internationally award-winning, governmentfunded and is a combination of a job opportunity and a government-funded, nationally recognised Certificate III in Information Technology, specialising in Multimedia.

If you feel that you have none of those skills but have an awesome idea for a game, then you could become a Game Designer and for those keen on a career as a Game Tester due to their mad gaming skills, a word of warning that this job is less about “having fun playing games” and more about “inching your way around whilst taking notes on whether or not you found a glitch.”

A key point to mention here is that you don’t have to be a teenager to consider a career in (or career change to) the video gaming industry. If you are seeking a move to an industry where you can use your creative and analytical skills, work in a casual yet enthusiastic environment, enjoy a steady career whilst earning a competitive salary and make a career out of helping people have fun, this could very well be the opportunity you are looking for. “There are always entry level positions available for people. Starting as testers is a good place however there is plenty of room for creative design including entry level artists. A quick internet search is the best place to start to see the types of entry level jobs and skills required.” said Elphie.

“We provide an Interactive Entertainment Production Course (IEPC) which is available for anyone of all ages worldwide. This course focusses on the design aspect of game development. Those who live within commutable proximity to our Toowong studio are also able to do an unpaid internship with Lightmare Studios as part of this. “For those living in Queensland, we also offer the Certificate III in Information Technology, specialising in Multimedia as a stand-alone course. This is available for all aged groups and is a great option for those who may be ineligible or not successful in being hired for the school-based traineeship.” Eleven years ago, Colin Elphie Coyle founded Lightmare Studios with a passion to encourage young Australians to consider joining the highly creative video game community. Today it’s clear that Lightmare has made a significant impact towards this through their courses and the thousands of students who’ve been given a solid headstart compared to their peers domestically and around the world. If this rapidly expanding, worldwide industry giant is where you see your future career, don’t let being a n00b (gamer speak for “newbie”) hold you back.

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USC Student Keen to Inspire Others with Indo-Pacific Experience

A Business Honours student who recently studied and worked in Indonesia thanks to an Australian Government grants scheme has been appointed USC’s ambassador for the New Colombo Plan. Jason Valusaga, 29, of Burpengary East said he was eager to promote the scheme that encourages Australian students to develop their knowledge and skills through visiting universities and businesses in the Indo-Pacific region. Jason was appointed to his new role at a special function at Parliament House in Canberra, where he enjoyed meeting this year’s New Colombo Plan scholarship recipients and chatting with former Foreign Affairs Minister Julie Bishop. “It’s good to see other students taking advantage of these opportunities and I want to help raise awareness to get as many USC students involved as possible,” he said. “I hope to have a strong focus on diversity, multiculturalism and equality.” Jason completed an internship with Trade and Investment Queensland in 2017-18 and studied language and culture at Atma Jaya University in Jakarta, Indonesia, through the New Colombo Plan Mobility Program. One of his projects was to strengthen agribusiness partnerships between Queensland and Indonesia. After meeting with Indonesian communities, Jason identified opportunities for strawberry farming, based on the country having similar climate conditions to Australia.

Recent media interest in the animal and human health risks associated with keeping backyard poultry has revealed the need for improved biosecurity education.

Below, Australian Eggs has issued a list of 10 things backyard poultry owners should practice to reduce biosecurity risks:

Australian Eggs’ Managing Director, Rowan McMonnies, said the CSIRO’s warning about risks to animal and human health was timely, and backyard owners need to understand the responsibilities.

2. Keep chickens away from ponds and rivers as water birds are known carriers of avian influenza.

“Anecdotally, there has been an increase in the number of people keeping backyard hens, and egg farmers understand the attraction to producing nutritious and delicious eggs,” Mr McMonnies said. “People need to realise that once you’re a suburban ‘egg farmer’ there are important biosecurity risks to protect against. “Strains of avian influenza can occur naturally in populations of wild birds, and if a wild duck comes into contact with a domestic hen the virus can be transferred. “Diseases spread quickly and widely, and potential transfer from backyard to commercial flocks can put food security for the broader community at risk. “It’s understandable that people think backyard farming is clean and natural, but these set-ups can pose significant problems because of how accessible they are to wild animals. “Australian Eggs spends a lot of time communicating these dangers to egg farmers, but there is clearly a role in getting information out to backyard owners as well.”

1. Always wash hands after handling chickens or eggs.

3. Ensure that wild birds cannot access the chickens’ feed or water. Diseases can be easily transmitted to poultry by contamination of feed or water. 4. Keep other animals like domestic geese or turkeys and even cats and dogs well away, as they can bring disease to chickens. 5. Use safe water sources such as town water, good quality bore water or sanitised surface water for chickens to drink. 6. Provide a secure rodent-proof enclosure for poultry as rats and mice are known carriers of disease. 7. Any kitchen scraps fed to chickens must be meat and animal free. When spoiled, these may carry dangerous bacteria. 8. Check hens regularly for anything unusual such as coughing, diarrhoea or swollen eyes. 9. If a chicken is showing signs of sickness, isolate the sick animal from others and seek veterinary advice in a timely manner. 10. Call Animal Health Australia’s 24hour emergency animal disease watch hotline on 1800 675 888 if there are unusual symptoms or signs of serious disease.

“I recommended Queensland farmers partner with Indonesian farmers to teach them how to grow their own strawberries in their off-season,” Jason said. “At the same time, I was conducting research for my Honours thesis, to create shared value. “Since then, Trade and Investment Queensland has announced that Queensland strawberries are the newest export into the Indonesia market and I’d like to think my research contributed to that.” Jason, who recently became a father, said his career goal was to work for the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and to one day represent the trade interests of his cultural home, Samoa.

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U3A Monthly Social Day U3A Pine Rivers will hold their monthly Social and Information Day on Friday, February 15, at the Kallangur Memorial Bowls Club, 1351 Anzac Avenue, Kallangur, gathering at 9.30am for a 10am start. The subject matter concerns Men’s Health, and guest speakers include Mr Peter Bennett of The Men’s Breast Cancer Forum and Doctor Jim Taylor who will discuss all aspects of men’s health. Free admission to all. Available: Morning tea, raffle, membership enquiries, coach trips and theatre bookings. For further information, please telephone the U3A Kallangur Centre on 3880 6677.

Caboolture Vietnam Veterans Sub Branch Annual General Meeting Caboolture Vietnam Veterans Sub Branch will be holding their AGM at their Meeting Place, Morayfield & District Lion’s Den, Maitland Road, Burpengary East on February 19 commencing at 11am. Following their general meeting, all veterans from any conflict including Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan et cetera are most welcome to attend and join our growing Sub Branch. Wives, partners and widows are also very welcome to join. Contact: President Mr. John Dolton OAM on 3888 1656.

Study offers are up 2.6 per cent at USC in 2019 The University of the Sunshine Coast has continued its solid growth to make 4,640 offers of study for Semester 1 2019, up 2.6 per cent on last year.

as a local pathway to meaningful employment, so the figures reflect the University’s strengthening importance in our communities.”

The January round of offers was released online this morning by Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC), hitting the email inboxes of thousands of USC hopefuls.

The Bachelor of Nursing Science remains USC’s most sought-after degree, with 607 offers made across all campuses, followed by Paramedic Science, Primary Education, Biomedical Science and Business.

The 4,640 offers to date include 2,273 to applicants from the Sunshine Coast (including Noosa Shire Council), 921 to residents of the Moreton Bay Region, as well as 289 to Fraser Coast and 163 to Gympie residents.

The record numbers come on the back of USC’s fifth equal position from 41 national universities in the 2018 Employer Satisfaction Survey, and ahead of the opening of its new campus at Moreton Bay in 2020.

USC will continue to make offers in February, with Semester 1 beginning on February 25 at its campuses on the Sunshine Coast, Fraser Coast, Gympie, Caboolture and Southbank.

Enrolment information has been provided to applicants online. Applicants are encouraged to respond to offers by Tuesday, January 22 and join Orientation activities between 18 and 22 February.

USC Acting Vice-Chancellor Scott Snyder said the University’s continuing growth reflects the desire of regional residents to gain qualifications that position them well for future employment opportunities. “The demand and intake at USC continues to grow unabated,” he said. “The University is maturing and it’s clear now that more people see us

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Anyone who has received an offer to study at USC will also have received enrolment and study planning information in their offer email. Those who did not receive an offer can also contact USC’s Student Central for advice about further QTAC offer rounds. For more details about applying to study at USC, go to www.usc.edu. au/apply

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John ‘The Ferret’ Moran: A Life Well-lived

Words: Sheree Hoddinett

When you first meet John ‘The Ferret’ Moran, the mischievous smile that adorns his lined face is a sure giveaway of a life well-lived. A man of many words with a few stories to tell, both of the written and spoken variety, his selfless nature knows no bounds.

If you’re fortunate enough to have met The Ferret (an affectionate nickname he was given from a young age that has stuck), you might be aware of some facets of his life from his trucking days through to his many community achievements. But there’s a lot more to this man than meets the eye. He’s quick to say that he’s 87, but delving further proves he’s only 86, not that it makes too much difference when you learn about his life. With a backdrop of the Glasshouse Mountains, The Ferret lives a comfortable life at Beerwah with the person he calls his soulmate and love of his life, Margo, who watches him with a loving smile as he recounts the many tales of his life – well, those he has achieved so far. “I still haven’t stopped,” he says laughing cheekily. “People keep asking me why don’t you retire? I’ve tried three times. I get bored. But I’ve got no regrets. I just hope I’ve left my mark on the world.” You could say he’s done a pretty good job; receiving the ultimate recognition for his services to the community in charity organisations when he was awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in 2014. Humble as ever, John’s explanation for receiving the award is typical of his character.

“[It was] for being a good bloke,” he said with a laugh. “In all seriousness, it was a proud day and an honour.” Wearing his OAM medal in pride of place on his chest, The Ferret also shows off another medal, one he’s earned for being a qualified Justice of the Peace. Every Monday you’ll find him at the Beerwah Library, pen in hand, and ready to sign off documents for members of the community. “We’re always trying to recruit people,” he says, “We’re a dying breed. I’m not going to be able to do it forever obviously, but I’ll keep going as long as I can.” Most notably known for jumping behind the wheel of a big rig, The Ferret began his trucking career in the 1950s. It was a career that would keep him in good stead for more than 40 years, with John driving for a number of companies during his career, finishing up with Brambles. “I was a truckie for 49 years doing a lot of interstate driving,” he said. “I saw many things on the road and met so many people that I will never forget.” John also became well-known during this time for his writing skills; writing for a trucking magazine called Truckin’ Life, and also submitting pieces for an American magazine called Overdrive. His love of the written word has also encompassed bush poetry, with two books and CDs to his name, as well as a few submissions to greeting card company, John Sands UK. However it was his co-founding of the original Brisbane Convoy for Kids in 1989 that started a different path in The Ferret’s life.

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“It started at this very table,” he said. “I wanted to do something for people less fortunate than me, and it all started with one boy who was 12 and had Autism. He wanted to ride in a big truck. “The initial run involved about 30 kids in the end, and it wasn’t with the intention to raise money, but it evolved from there. Now we’re talking about millions of dollars raised across the country.” Although no longer as active, John has continued to be an important figure in the Convoy for Kids movement, which in 2019 is in its thirtieth year and still going strong. If The Ferret had his way he’d still be behind the wheel of a truck, but not only has his age slowed him down, his health has endured a few blows in recent years. Diagnosed with nonHodgkin lymphoma in 2018, John is currently in a state of remission, but in recent years he has also experienced a stroke, a heart attack, had prostate cancer and has asbestos in his lungs. “I can’t get any worse,” he says. “I’m still here laughing with you. “I was really ill for a big part of 2018. So now in 2019, I just want good things to happen.” A patron for many different organisations, John’s study is full of awards and certificates, including one for the National Road Transport Hall of Fame. But that’s not everything. He also has scrapbooks full of letters, photos and articles; all moments of a life well lived… for the time being anyway!

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Austen Tayshus Words: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

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Do you wanna go Anna? That will be the question on many locals’ lips when Australian comedy legend Austen Tayshus brings his Australiana tour to NORTHS on February 16. Best known for the 1983 comedy sketch Australiana written by Billy Birmingham (also known as cricket comedy act The Twelfth Man), Austen rose to fame when the pun-filled spoken word single held the number one spot on the then-new ARIA music charts for eight weeks; selling more than 200,000 copies. Taped live at The Comedy Store, Sydney, the comedy anthem relays the characters and antics at an Australian barbeque while namechecking Australian locations, fauna, flora and products. The iconic routine continues to be the main event at Austen’s stand-up comedy shows, introducing wordplay including “I grabbed a beer and said, ‘Thanks Warra – tah’” to a whole new generation. “I always do Australiana,” Austen says. “It’s the central piece of my show. It was such a huge success that it just resonates very much still all around the place. “A lot of my generation don’t laugh at it so much anymore, but obviously there are a whole lot of new people that are discovering it, and the young kids get into it because it is

so Australian. It doesn’t matter from what culture or background you’re from. Everybody gets into it.” Plugged as topical, dangerous, irreverent and relentless, Austen is known as the white pointer of Australian comedy. A man of controversy, no topic is off limits, and with a penchant for taking the mickey out of audience members, his shows have been described as rapid fire, satirical assault. “I’ve been on the road now for forty years, and I’ve developed a style of performance that is continuously evolving, so it’s a very interesting job now. It’s a very artistic job for me, and I love messing with the people and so it is a different show every night. “There is some set material but the material is changing all the time. What’s happening generally in the world is what prompts me [to change my material]. I’m completely on the case, if you know what I mean.” Born Sandy (Alexander) Gutman in New York, the 65-year-old Sydneysider moved to Australia as an infant. A graduate of the Australian Film and Television School (1978), Austen has appeared in a wide range of television, film and theatre projects, most notably winning Best Actor and the Best Film Award at the 1998 Tropicana Film Festival for the short film Intolerance which he wrote and

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starred in. This achievement led to Austen starring in Jane Campion’s film Holy Smoke and Baz Luhrmann’s Moulin Rouge. “I’ve made around thirty movies, I’ve done a lot of film clips, I’ve been in a lot of documentary projects all over the world, and I’ve made about twenty records apart from Australiana,” Austen explains. It therefore comes as no surprise to learn that a documentary about Austen’s wide and varied career is in the works. “It’s called Skin in the Game and it’s like the Barnsey documentary Working Class Man. At the moment we are developing the whole project. We have a very famous Australian producer Jim McElroy on board who produced Picnic at Hanging Rock and The Year of Living Dangerously, and the director is Philippe Mora who made Mad Dog Morgan and about forty other movies. “So the team is assembled and we are just developing the storyline. It’s a bit Austen Tayshus on the road and a retrospective of what I’ve done. “It is a full length documentary that will hopefully go into cinemas in a year from now, and it’s very exciting because it puts a lid on my career. Then I can just jump in the hole,” Austen quips.

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Morayfield USC Clinical Trials Centre Seeking Trial Patients Words: Sheree Hoddinett

If it feels like knee pain is taking over your life, a new clinical trial taking place in Morayfield could make a difference. Located at the University of Sunshine Coast Clinical Trials Centre recently established within the Health Hub Morayfield, the trial is testing the effectiveness of krill oil supplements in managing knee pain in adults. USC Clinical Trials Centre Director Lucas Litewka said krill oil was a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants and had been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. “Nutraceutical treatments have traditionally relied on anecdotal evidence to support their efficacy, so USC Clinical Trials Centre is excited to be involved with this important study,” he said. “With consumers facing so many treatment options these days, it is important for the USC Clinical Trials Centre to support activities that will help consumers make evidencebased decisions regarding their health.” Under the direction of Dr Susan Thackwray, the trials centre located within the Morayfield Health Hub is providing participants with access to world-class clinical trials, advanced treatments and breakthrough therapies to the Moreton Bay community and beyond. In partnership with medical experts and industry, the team are working with the local community to advance healthcare outcomes and improve access to cutting-edge medicine.

Dr Thackwray said osteoarthritis was one of the most common chronic joint conditions across the country, with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare stating that nine per cent of Australians (or 2.1 million people) have osteoarthritis. “Osteoarthritis a degenerative condition and usually gets worse over time,” she said. “It can cause pain, loss of mobility and reduced quality of life. Knee osteoarthritis is a major form of this condition and is a major contributor to disability and lost productivity.” With no cure for osteoarthritis, treatments are aimed at improving symptoms, and primarily include painkillers and non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs. Due to adverse effects associated with these drugs, a need exists for alternate therapies that safely and effectively reduce pain and inflammation and improve function in people with knee osteoarthritis. “Currently there is no cure for osteoarthritis, so our main goals of treatment are to reduce pain and improve function,” Dr Thackwray said. “This trial will be highlighting further scientific research into the effectiveness of krill oil in managing pain reduction in patients with mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee.” Since its establishment on the Sunshine Coast in 2016, the USC Clinical Trials Centre has rapidly grown to become an active participant in Australia’s one billion dollar life sciences and biomedical industry.

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Above: Dr Susan Thackwray (right) working with a patient for a clinical trial.

The trials centre has demonstrated its impact and value to community health outcomes; providing access to innovative and breakthrough therapies for over 400 patients through the delivery of 22 drug and device trials, across 18 sites with many more planned over the coming year. This new and expanding network of clinical trial sites attracts research and development opportunities from the life-sciences and biomedical industries to test and validate new treatments, in some cases five to 10 years before they are available to the general population. To be eligible to take part in the clinical trial, participants need to be experiencing knee pain in one or both knees, be aged between 40-65 years old and not currently taking any fish or krill oil supplements. Recruitment for trial patients at the Morayfield USC Clinical Trials Centre has been consistent and there is still potential for people in the local community to participate. The USC Clinical Trials team also have plans to run a variety of other clinical trials throughout 2019 at the Health Hub Morayfield. Patients interested in participating in current or future trials can visit www.usc.edu.au/trials or call (07) 5456 3797. Patients will be screened for their eligibility to participate in trials. Those who meet the criteria and are enrolled in the study will be compensated for their time. Health Hub Morayfield is located at 19-31 Dickson Road, Morayfield.

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Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre(CREEC)Review Words: Reese Salmon

Located in Burpengary, the Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre (CREEC) has recently opened an ‘All Inclusive Play Space’, making it one of the only places in North Brisbane to accommodate children with disabilities in the playground.

various school holiday programs and workshops, CREEC is an ideal location for families looking to fit in some relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of town, offering a huge outdoor entertainment area ideal for hosting children’s parties and barbeques.

Upon arriving at CREEC, the first thing I noticed was the vast open space, the natural landscape, the amazing family atmosphere, and the plethora of things to do.

Although I arrived when the rain was pouring down, there were numerous people in the nursery browsing the various cheap plants starting from just $2.00. Run by volunteers, the nursery is home to 200+ native and endangered species of plants. Considered the local ‘hotspot’ to seek advice on the native fauna, it’s open to the public Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 7am and 3pm.

Having a disabled brother myself, the all-inclusive, fully fenced Play Space is an amazing addition to the CREEC outdoor area. Not only is it spread out, but the attention to detail is phenomenal. There are various safety measures, including swings specifically designed to be all-inclusive with extra straps allowing the children to play unhindered. These are placed right next to the unaltered swings, meaning children of all abilities can socialise. Established in 1999, CREEC boasts 18 hectares of land on a reserve next to Burpengary Creek. Home to native flora and fauna, a nursery, forest walks, tours and

Venturing out further, we walked the CREEC track, picking up a ‘Walking Track Guide’ pamphlet while we were at it. With the choice between a 400m or 1.5km track, we chose the 400m for a short stroll. Along the track there are various things to see, from the frog pond, gallery rainforest, wetlands, macadamia plantation, and bats and koalas to name a few. The rainforest is extremely rare and

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endangered, and the local wildlife flourishes in its riparian ecosystem. In addition to the great facilities for the kids, the adults can relax with a cup of coffee thanks to CREEC’s Warba Warba Cafe run by the Morayfield & District Lions Club. Although it is not immediately clear where the cafe is situated, with a little venturing you will find it located right next to the playground. The opening hours are 9am to noon, meaning parents who are dropping their kids off at the adjacent state school and nearby child care centre can drop in for a coffee after the morning drop off. Run and maintained largely by volunteers, the centre is jointly operated and managed by the Friends of CREEC Association and the Moreton Bay Regional Council. CREEC is located at 150 Rowley Road, Burpengary. For more information visit the CREEC Environment Centre Facebook page.

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Bust e Funeral Myths d Words: Karen Manhire

Benjamin Franklin’s famous quote, ‘Nothing is certain in life, but death and taxes’, is often heard in reference to a whole range of different things in life. They are both inevitable! We need to pay taxes when tax time comes around, and we can talk about this easily with anybody, not just our tax agent. Because ‘death’ is not talked about, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions that surround this taboo subject. As a result, they continue without being cleared up. Feature Magazine would like to share some of those commonly held myths about funerals and bust them by asking those difficult questions to someone from the funeral industry profession. The uneasy feeling I had prior to sitting down with Funeral Director and Owner of Heartfelt Funerals, Maree Carl, soon faded away as she shared personal stories of her own loss. Feeling so at ease talking to her, I was able to dispel some commonly held myths and misconceptions about the process. “The death process is not very well understood, and it can cause some unusual beliefs or ideas around the funeral industry, for things like not being able to view [the body],” Maree said.

One commonly held belief is that you must wear black to a funeral. It has been noted by historians that this custom to only wear black clothing to a funeral began in ancient Rome, and this tradition continues today. Maree did say, however, that it was mainly the older generation that still sees it as respectful to uphold this tradition. It is common among the younger generation to wear the favourite colour of the deceased, or to request on Facebook for all the guests to come dressed in vibrant colours.

Death Cafes have quickly become popular around the world including within Australia. Arranged meetings advertised in community newsletters where anyone is welcome to attend, Death Cafe events give people the opportunity to ask all those difficult questions about funerals that can be answered over a cuppa and some cake. Professionals from the industry are able to answer questions such as, ‘what can I have in my coffin if I’m buried?’ and ‘can my dog’s ashes be put with me and placed in my hands?’

Flowers are not the only things that can be placed on the coffin at funerals, with more personal items unique to the deceased increasingly being displayed. Historically, flowers were necessary on coffins to mask the odour of decomposition because there were no fridges and embalming was not practiced. An example of what Maree has arranged for the bereaved was to get special boxes made up by the florist containing a selection of vegetables for a vegetable grower’s funeral along with his boots and hat.

Responding to the latter, Maree says, “Of course they can be, and people just have all these amazing and beautiful questions answered… in a very relaxed and open forum where no one is judging you.”

“It was all about that fellow’s life and what it meant for the family,” Maree said.

Turn to page 26 for more information or visit www.heartfeltfunerals.com.au.

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Walking away from meeting with Maree, I found that talking openly about the often taboo subject of death was both reassuring and insightful. This reaction was definitely unexpected, and largely, in my opinion, due to Maree’s very compassionate and real way of relating to people.

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2019 BEGINS WITH A MASSIVE FUNDING BOOST FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS With the support of the Longman Community Consultation Committee (the Committee), Federal Member for Longman, Susan Lamb MP, has successfully lobbied for 19 community organisations to receive federal funding that will assist them with getting their projects off the ground. Ms Lamb said “It’s a great feeling, knowing that the Committee’s efforts have paid off and we’ve again been able to deliver this much-needed funding to groups in our community,” “Our local community groups fight each day to make our community an even better place to live by supporting people through difficult times and promoting better health and wellbeing. They do all of this with limited resources and incredibly dedicated volunteers,” “Each year, the Committee and I work extremely hard to put forward persuasive arguments to the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science to make sure our local groups have the best possible chance of getting funding for their projects,” “At it stands, 17 of the 19 organisations who we lobbied for have succeeded in their applications. We’re absolutely thrilled with this outcome,” “We’re still working with two other organisations to complete their applications,” “So far, out of the $150,000 available to organisations in our area, we’ve managed to get $138,853 allocated to projects that will directly support people in our community,” “In my role as the local MP, I’ve made it my mission to bring organisations, groups and businesses together to form a powerful and united stakeholder group, so that we’re able to get what people here need,” “With our success in the Stronger Communities Programme, we’ve demonstrated that we get the best outcomes when we work together.” The organisations that have benefited from the Stronger Communities Programme so far include: Beachmere District Men’s Shed ($20,000.00) Funding will be used to plan, construct and fit-out the Beachmere Men’s Shed at the Rogers Road Sportsground. Beachmere State School (BSS) P&C ($10,000.00) With an additional funding boost, the BSS P&C will be able to move forward with constructing an outdoor sensory playground. The facility will foster a learning environment that caters to students with unique learning needs. Bribie Island Mahalo Outrigger Canoe Club ($4,500.00) As a result of additional funding, the Club will be able to purchase new equipment and make refurbishments to existing equipment, including life jackets, steering paddles, a boat trolley, paddles, a GPS tracker, as well as building storage racks and repainting canoes. These upgrades will allow the Club to build on its strong commitment in providing a safe environment for its participants. Bribie Island Surf Life Saving Club Inc ($9,165.00) With an injection of Stronger Communities funding, the Surf Life Saving Club can now purchase a new Articulated Terrain Vehicle (ATV). The new ATV will be vital in assisting volunteers with patrolling activities and rescues in Woorim. Dakabin State School (DSS) P&C Association ($7,500.00) The Social Hive is a project spearheaded by the DSS P&C which aims to provide a meeting place for students, families and local stakeholders to build more cohesive relationships and partnerships. With their Stronger Communities funding, the P&C will be able to begin rolling out this exciting new project. Dragons Abreast Bribie Island ($5,000.00) Dragons Abreast will allocate their grant money towards a number of hi-vis ocean racing jackets. The jackets are lightweight and breathable, improving the safety and comfort of their members while participating in activities. This will be the second time that Dragons Abreast have been successful in their application for Stronger Communities funding.

Endeavour Foundation ($5,148.00) With success in their application for funding, the Endeavour Foundation is able to add a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) to its suite of resources that support participants with learning difficulties. The VLE is comprised of virtual reality software and headset technology which supports people with disability to learn and apply behaviours that build their independence and confidence. Lions Club Bribie Island ($2,500.00) The Bribie Lions will be able to continue their fantastic fundraising work in our community with the purchase of new gazebos, a BBQ table and chairs. Narangba State School (NSS) P&C Association ($6,590.00) With an injection of Stronger Communities funding, the NSS P&C will be able to continue work on its undercover, multipurpose facility located at the bottom oval. Students as well as community and sporting groups will be able to hire the facility for recreational and fundraising activities. Ningi Community Hall Association ($2,500.00) The Ningi Community Hall plans to upgrade their Crafty Shed to provide better service to participants and the local community. Access to Stronger Communities funding will enable them to fit the building out with better lighting, a new TV and data connection points. Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA) -Caboolture Branch ($20,000.00) A new disability toilet, tables and chairs, air conditioning and glass doors will be included as part of QCWA’s plans to refurbish their building thanks to their approved Stronger Communities funding. Scout Association of Australia (Queensland Branch) Caboolture Scout Group (CSG) ($2,500.00) Building on their commitment to participant safety and overall regulatory compliance, CSG plans to upgrade the electrical system in the scout den. New safety switches, LED lighting, flood lights and repairs to their meter box will be included as part of the upgrades. Spiders Boxing Club (SBC) ($15,000.00) SBC will soon be able to transport young boxers to and from tournaments, with plans to use their Stronger Communities funding to purchase a vehicle. The new vehicle will eradicate any barriers to participation by providing transport to children and families experiencing disadvantage. St Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies) - Bribie Island ($3,000.00) Vinnies Bribie Island will allocate their Stronger Communities grant money to the fit-out of their Bribie store. The fit-out will include fixed sorting tables, suitable storage facilities for donated good and fixed benches for volunteers to use while sorting through donations. This project will improve the functionality of the store for both customers and volunteers. Volunteer Marine Rescue (VMR) – Bribie Island ($2,750.00) Once again, VRM has been successful in their pitch to the Committee for Stronger Communities funding. Handheld radio sets will be purchased, which will allow their volunteers to communicate with each other when facilitating community events. Wamuran Stanley River Cricket Club Inc ($20,000.00) With the Committee approving their application for funding, the Cricket Club plans to install a shelter and lighting around their outdoor three-bay cricket nets. With improved facilities, the Cricket Club will be able to provide a better experience for participants and spectators. Woodford & District Bowls Club Inc ($2,700.00) With additional funding approved by the Committee, the Bowls Club plans to upgrade its office technology, electronic number generator and its security system. The improvements will allow the Club to improve the efficiency, safety and security of its operations. For more information on grant opportunities, interested organisations should visit www.susanlambmp.com.au or get in touch with the Electorate Office directly on (07) 5432 3177.

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Death Cafes Words: Kerri-Anne Dooley

Have you considered talking about death before it happens? Helping to dispel the myth that talking about death and dying is a morbid or sad topic, are the concept of ‘Death Cafes’. Started in the United Kingdom, the concept has arrived in Australia, and is being taken up by compassionate communities around the nation. Accepting death as a part of life and preparing for it in the process of advance care planning, takes away some of the fear associated with it. Death is associated with loss and grief, and happens to us all, and those around us who we love. At a Death Cafe, people drink tea, eat cake and discuss death. The aim is to increase awareness of death to help us make the most of our finite lives. To help with this, Home Instead Senior Care have partnered with Suncare to host bi-monthly Death Cafes with free coffee and cake. Following on from their successful

Death Cafe event, ‘Dying to Know Day’, held on August 8 last year as a part of many held around the county, owngoing Death Cafes provide the opportunity to ‘unlock Pandora’s box’. Some of the benefits of discussing death and dying include: •

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Being able to open up about topics you may not have been able to discuss with family or friends; Developing an understanding of what to expect when you or someone close to you passes away;

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Knowing your rights and feeling empowered to make decisions for yourself and others; and

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Gaining peace of mind by understanding how to be prepared for illness, death and funerals

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The first Death Cafe for 2019 will be held at

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Kerri-Anne Dooley is the Care Service Manager of Home Instead Brisbane North. Kerri-Anne is passionate about supporting seniors to stay in their own homes with the right care at the right time. To book a FREE in-home Care Consultation about Home Care Packages or private services, contact Home Instead on 3482 0800.

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By Katrina Webb, Acupuncturist, Zen Chi Natural Therapies, North Lakes

People who suffer from insomnia know what a huge impact sleep deprivation has on their overall wellbeing. 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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CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU! Clean Up Australia Day registrations are now open, so it’s time to check out rubbish hotspots in your neighbourhood and challenge your friends and family to make 2019 the year when change starts with you. Businesses are encouraged to focus their action on Business Clean Up Day - Tuesday, February 26 - with schools running their own Clean Up on Friday, March 1, and youth and community groups taking to their streets over the weekend of 2-3 March. Participating in one or more of these events is the perfect opportunity to join with family, friends, neighbours and colleagues to remove all the rubbish accumulating in your local park, bushland, beaches and waterways before it kills our wildlife. Online registrations are free and now open at www.cleanupaustraliaday. org.au Urging individuals and groups to continue the impetus that Clean Up founder Ian Kiernan AO created, Terrie-Ann Johnson, Managing Director of Clean Up Australia, is keen to remind us that every Clean Up volunteer is Ian’s successor – and that, like Ian, ‘Change Starts with You.’ “Clean Up Australia Day is the nation’s largest community mobilisation event, and 2019 is the perfect time to band together in Ian’s honour, celebrate what has been achieved, show your support for his vision and continue his dream to Clean Up Australia,” said Terrie-Ann.

“Ian firmly believed that every single one of us can and should make a difference. Volunteer action was his amazingly simple idea, his dream and his inspiration. His passion was working alongside his fellow Aussies as we clean up our environment and/ or reduce waste before it becomes a problem. Moving into the future I urge all Australians to take up the challenge – become Ian’s successor and continue the momentum he fostered. “Change starts with you. The key to success is stopping litter becoming rubbish. There are so many actions every one of us can take to help reduce the 8 million tonnes of plastic entering our oceans worldwide each year. So why not bookmark today in your journey and join us for a 2019 Clean Up?” If picking up rubbish is not your thing, you can still be involved by making a donation. Just in Moreton Bay last year, locals collected an impressive 19.6 tonnes of litter from local parks, beaches and creeks; about a third of which was able to be recycled. Council’s Asset Construction & Maintenance Spokesperson, Councillor Adam Hain, said while Clean Up Australia Day was a great opportunity to ensure the Moreton Bay Region was looking its best, it was also a chance to raise awareness about the damaging effects of litter.

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“It is unknown how long plastics will take to completely degrade, with estimates that a shopping bag takes 20 years to disintegrate and harder plastics potentially never disappearing from our environment,” said Cr Hain. “There’s no excuse for littering in this day and age - Council provides waste bins in public places, we coordinate a weekly waste collection service from local homes, and offer free tipping for residents at local waste facilities. “Last year alone, Moreton Bay Region residents helped recycle more than 34,000 tonnes of kerbside waste, 1,600 tonnes of reusable items were sold at council’s Treasure Markets, 22 tonnes of office paper and more than 238,000 tonnes recovered at Council’s 12 waste management facilities, saving vital resources from ending up in landfill. “Clean Up Australia Day is a really great way to bring our region together and help protect and improve our natural environment, so future generations can continue to enjoy the healthy, outdoor lifestyle we know and love about Moreton Bay.” For more information on how to register go to www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/ join-a-clean-up or head to www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/cleanup/

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Role of Physiotherapists Words: Moreton All Body Care

Ever wondered what a physiotherapist actually does? Physiotherapists are professionals trained at assessing, diagnosing and treating a range of conditions and injuries to all areas of the body with the overall goal to improve function and reduce pain levels. At Moreton All Body Care, we not only see people with sporting injuries and sore backs, but also patients with repetitive strain injuries, neck pain or headaches, and patients requiring rehabilitation after surgery or general muscular/arthritic/ bursitis aches and pain. These can include work-related injuries, third party claims (e.g. motor vehicle accidents) and Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) patients.

During a standard 30 minute consult, physiotherapists conduct a range of special tests to determine the cause and contributing factors to your symptoms. Based on this they are able to advise you on the best treatment approach and provide manual therapy if appropriate. Follow up appointments are generally required to review your injury, and to progress your treatment and exercises as you get better. If this is the case the physio will discuss this with you. A medical certificate can be written if you require time off work or sport. Treatment techniques commonly used include: •

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Joint mobilisations to reduce stiffness and help restore any deficit to your range of motion. If your joints aren’t moving freely they become irritated and can be a cause of pain, or place more load on surrounding structures which causes dysfunction. For example, your spine is made up of multiple levels (vertebrae) and if there is a stiff link it will change the way you move. Gentle manipulations can move and stretch the stiff area to get your joints moving again. Soft tissue techniques such as massage or trigger point release is an effective way of accelerating the body’s healing and recovery process by bringing

more blood flow and oxygen to the area. It can relax tight or overworked muscles that are creating excessive stress on your joints.

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Prescription of individualised strengthening exercises to be performed at home to quicken your recovery.

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Stretches to lengthen tight muscles, stretch joints and/or help with posture correction.

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Pilates program development to improve strength, stability and flexibility. This can be matwork or reformer based.

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Dry needling (similar to acupuncture) of myofascial tissue. Points are stimulated to create local, spinal segmental or supraspinal pain modulating effects.

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Taping to restrict joint movement and minimise further structural damage to ligaments or muscles. Also used to improve biomechanics to address movement dysfunctions contributing to pain.

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Education regarding your condition, appropriate rest required, activity modifications and load management strategies to minimise any further exacerbation of your condition. They are able to provide guidance as to whether scans (e.g. ultrasound, x-rays, MRI) are required.

All treatment techniques are accommodated to your specific needs. It is never too early or late after an injury or the onset of pain to seek assistance by a physiotherapist. A referral by a GP is NOT required. For more information or to book an appointment, please call Moreton All Body Care on 3888 6699 (Burpengary), 3886 9470 (Narangba) or 5429 0298 (Beachmere).

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It is absolutely amazing how much healthy goodness you can hide inside food. From sweet potato brownies to avocado cacao mousse, and beetroot choc pudding - the list well and truly goes on. Today, I am going to share with you my recipe for nutty blondes (it’s almost like I named this after myself - ha ha!). Blondes (or blondies) are like a brownie only they don’t have cacao in them. The special ingredient in these delights are a can of chickpeas (do buy organic and BPA free cans so that you aren’t getting all the added nasties in the commercially available ones). Chickpeas are low in calories, fat and sugar and high in protein. Using chickpeas as the base to these treats means it can be kept gluten and egg free! These are best served at room temperature, but you may need to store them in the fridge depending on your climate. Enjoy. For this recipe you will need:

Instructions:

1 can chickpeas (rinsed and dried thoroughly) 1/2 cup almond butter 1/4 cup rice malt syrup 1 tbsp almond milk (or preferred alternative) 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp vanilla bean powder (Loving Earth do the BEST version) 1/4 tsp cinnamon Good pinch of salt

1. Blend all of the above in a food processor or blender until smooth. 2. Then stir through 1/2 cup dark choc chips. 3. Pour batter into a lined brownie tin. 4. Bake at 160°C for 15 mins. 5. Bake at 160°C for 15 mins.

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Managing Family Screen Time Words: Karen Carter

PENANG, MALAYSIA Television was the only screen households had as I grew up, and I marvelled at the magic of our first colour television way back in 1976! When I was young, my parents worried about how much television I watched and threatened that I would get ‘square eyes’ as I was ordered outside to play! I loved television, and often dreamed about how fabulous it would be to have a portable one that you could take anywhere. Fast forward to today and that dream has become a reality as technology advances ever faster. These days children of all ages, even toddlers, are accessing screens of all descriptions as part of everyday life. Information, games and social media from so many sources is at our finger tips instantly and in living colour. We are bombarded 24/7, but is all that screen time good for us?

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George Town on the island of Penang in Malaysia boasts a world heritage listing, with emphasis on how it preserves its food culture and street art especially. The busiest time of year is August when the town hosts an internationally famous arts festival; at other times it offers outstanding tourism service without the crowds. That said, when a cruise ship is in port, the narrow streets can be busy in places, especially around the many sites of street art (murals and metal sculptures).

Instant information and clever technology utilised by smartphones and other gadgets are marvellous things, but reliance on these devices can be the cause of a variety of problems including; screen dependency, gaming disorders, behaviour problems, disrupted sleep and other mental health issues. Over reliance on touch screens has even been shown to have a major impact on young children’s fine motor development, which in turn affects their dexterity and hand strength to hold a pencil. We would never be able to eliminate screen time and nor should we, as it has become an integral part of life and will continue to be so. However, we need to manage screen time effectively to ensure it works to our advantage, and allows us time to also enjoy the natural world and people around us. Recently I read an ABC article about making a media plan with your family to manage any type of technology including gaming. Online templates are available to

assist you and your family plan appropriate and effective screen time. They can provide a checklist of age-appropriate issues, such as screen free zones and time, balancing online and offline time, manners, curfews, sleep and exercise. The AAP (American Academy of Paediatrics) has a very useful online tool to assist with starting a media management plan tailor-made to suit your family. Try www.healthychildren.org/English/ media/Pages/default.aspx to get started. When making decisions about a managed media plan for your family, it is important that everyone is included in the decisionmaking process, regardless of age. Remember that just as technology is always changing, so too should your media plan. Children grow up and want and need access to different media platforms as they mature. Our goal should be for our children to use media effectively, independently and above all safely. Open and honest discussions about expectations for usage are the key to appropriate and effective use of the amazing technology around us. Remember there is a big, beautiful world out there too. Take the time to turn off screens on a regular basis and communicate face-to-face for a change. Visit the parks, beaches and forests that are right on our doorstep, and are more often than not forgotten because of our love affair with all those screens. It’s possible and more importantly, it’s healthy to have a balance between the screen world and the real world. Avoid those ‘square eyes’ everyone! Set up a media management plan today. Karen Carter, Co-Director at Kip McGrath Education Centre Burpengary, provides 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.

One source of great local pride is the coexistence of several cultures here – with Chinese, Malays and Indians pursuing Buddhist, Muslim and Hindu faiths in a port town that was once British ruled. Today George Town has several historic church buildings alongside the highly ornate temples and mosques, all of which are actively used and welcoming to visitors.

surprising that every local has their favourite dish and are willing to recommend which vendor serves the best meal. Ask any taxi driver and they will tell you which is the best street to go to for Malay food, and at what time of day the street vendors serve their specialties.

Penang’s greatest claim to fame is its street food. Malaysian cuisine embraces the spices and styles of many Asian countries, so it is not

Many of George Town’s cafes and restaurants display items of cultural significance, as well as a wide range of artwork, adding to opportunities to learn more of the history and traditions of this colourful (and delicious!) destination.

Finally, I rate Penang as a top destination for museums. It appears that every element of local culture has been collected and exhibited, usually in a beautifully restored colonial era building. The Straits Chinese Jewellery Museum has the most extraordinary collection, and it is housed in a perfectly restored mansion. At the quirky end of places to see is the Wonderfood Museum, with detailed and life-like replicas of Malaysian dishes.

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Should I Use A Solicitor/Conveyancer When Selling My Home? Words: Raine & Horne, Burpengary

Congratulations, you have sold your house. What is the next step? Selling is a stressful process and most people use a solicitor or conveyancer to help them through to a successful sale. It is wise for both parties – the buyer and the seller – to engage a conveyancer to navigate this process, as it needs a bit of a legal eagle to decipher the jargon. You don’t legally have to engage a conveyancer, but knowing the ins and outs of property agreements can be quite hard for most people. Both buyers and sellers will be asked by the real estate agent to provide contact details of your conveyancer for the sales and purchase agreement, so it is best to do your homework upfront and have one already chosen.

settlement process. Conveyancers don’t necessarily have to be lawyers but solicitors often undertake this work. The most common reasons you would engage a conveyancer is when you are: • • • •

WHAT A CONVEYANCER DOES For the buyer – a conveyancer will: • •

What is conveyancing? Conveyancing is the process of transferring ownership of a legal title of land (property) from one person or entity to another. A typical conveyancing transaction consists of three stages (1) before contract, (2) before completion and (3) after completion. What is a conveyancer? A conveyancer is a licensed and qualified professional whose job it is to provide advice and information about the sale of a property, prepare the documentation and conduct the

buying or selling a property subdividing land updating a title (i.e. registering a death) registering, changing or removing an easement

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Prepare, clarify and lodge legal documents – e.g. contract of sale, memorandum of transfer Research the property and its certificate of title – check for easements, type of title and any other information that needs addressing Calculate the adjustment of rates and taxes Settle the property – act on your behalf, advise you when the property is settled, contact your bank or financial institution on when final payments are being made Represent your interest with a vendor or their agent

For the seller – a conveyancer will: • •

Complete and ensure the legal documents are all sorted Represent you and respond to

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requests from the buyer – for example, request to extend dates, title questions, etc. How to find a conveyancer As with most professions, not all conveyancers are equal. Just as you would interview prospective real estate agents to sell your house, you should also go through the same process with conveyancers. As we all know, the best referral is through people you know, so ask around and see if any of your friends and family have used a good conveyancer. If you have no joy here, look online, ask your real estate agent or other professionals you trust, like an accountant or lawyer. Costs of conveyancing Although it costs money to pay for professional conveyancing, the vendor usually pays less than the purchaser for these services. The transaction is riskier for the purchaser than it is for the vendor, which requires their conveyancer to do a bit more leg work. If you don’t have a mortgage on your property and your real estate agent has prepared your Contract of Sale, then your costs will also be correspondingly lower. The more tasks that a conveyancer or solicitor must take care of as part of the conveyancing process, the higher the fees will be. However, every conveyancer or solicitor may charge different rates so it’s best to check on this in advance.

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Do I Need An Anger Room? How many rooms have you in your home? Nine or ten perhaps, or even more? Bedrooms, lounge, dining, kitchen, laundry, bathroom, and toilet the list goes on. Each has its designated role in the home. But have you considered having an Anger Room as an addition to your maison? Well, if the idea appeals to you, there are architects who are more than willing to design this new-age feature as an addition to your home. But before you charge off to find these deadly designers, please take a minute or two to consider your need for such a room in the first place.

SHORT + SHARP: Insanity Words: Jayden Johnston

“I have a question. Are we entirely sure that you aren’t just criminally insane?” The group of misfits laughs around me, and my face goes red. It’s a stupid question, because of course they’re never going to know whether I’m criminally insane or not. Not for certain. So, I give them hard proof, and levitate the one who laughed at me two metres into the air. That shut them up, real quick. “Alright, fine! Put me down, please!” He sounds terrified, and for a fleeting moment I toy with the idea of playing with his fear. But now is not the time. “Will you listen to me now?” I ask. He nods once. “Will you offer me protection?” “With all due respect, I don’t think that you need it,” he said, in awe. “Yeah, these powers are pretty great.” I go quiet, and for a moment, all I can hear is the sounds of the town outside. How innocent they are to the depravity given to people in that asylum. The asylum that I shouldn’t have been sent to. The one that I had to escape. “I just need somewhere to stay for a while.”

“Then stay for as long as you need.” I’m glad that I’ve met these people. I’ve heard stories of people who have escaped custody before, and were brought back simply because they couldn’t find anyone willing to provide for them. Although I suppose that my intimidation does wonders in that sense. “Hang on, I think I see people. They look like they could be your guards.” I rush to the front of the room and look out of the window. It isn’t them, fortunately. They just look like Justices of the Peace, which is a somewhat outdated job, but as long as it keeps food on the table, I suppose. There’s a sudden bang on the door, and terror floods my veins. I turn and dash for a cupboard underneath the stairs, just as I hear one of them open the door for the visitor. Or visitors, from the sounds of things. I can hear doors opening, and furniture being uplifted. Blinding light hits my vision. And when I look back, nothing is the same. There’s grey, all around me. Tiles, lining the floor, and a number of people, all wearing the same white outfit, standing around me. “Kaitlin. How many times have we told you? Hiding in the cupboard won’t make us think you’ve disappeared.”

“Just don’t hurt us.”

No.

“Why does everyone I meet assume I want to hurt them?” I wonder aloud, more to myself than anything. “I’m not actually insane, okay? They just thought I was because I told them about these abilities.”

I’m back. Back in this horror show.

I’m not sure if they’ve noticed I’m gone. I’m not even sure if they would care, to be honest. I didn’t meet a single good person during my time inside. Well, except for some of the inmates, but they were actually incapacitated, so they weren’t the best company. I’m drawn out of my reverie by a voice. “Doesn’t stop us being afraid. Yeah, sure, you can stay here. Are we going to get any trouble for letting you hide out here?” “I won’t sell you out, if that’s what you’re asking.”

“Come on. Let’s get some food in you, okay.” “But… I was free.” The woman opposite me smiles sadly. “Unfortunately not, my dear. Now please eat.” This can’t be real. I try and lift her up. Nothing. “You can’t escape,” she says.

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Worldwide, commercial anger or rage rooms have been around for over a decade now. For around a forty dollar fee, kitted out with protective clothing and suitably armed with a bat or golf club, you can visit one of these rooms and, in private, proceed to smash crockery, old computers/printers and other breakables, even pictures of your boss or your ex, until you have satisfied your anger or collapse out of sheer exhaustion! During your ‘rage’ session, you can also choose to have accompanying music as well.

It’s called `Destruction Therapy’ and originated in the home of bull killing, Spain. It quickly caught on in the United States, Puzzle 35 `rage (Hard, difficulty rating where rooms’ literally became the 0.66) rage, with rooms opening up all over the country. In an increasingly over stressed world in which we live and anger being a direct result of this stress, `Destruction Therapy’ allows individuals who are experiencing anger, anxiety or depression to release their problem at an appropriate time and place.

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Many anger management therapy professionals are not convinced that these rooms provide a long term solution to combatting stress related illnesses. They see `rage rooms’ as similar to strategies offered to patients forty years ago, which in many instances only served as an encouragement for further anger action and bad behaviour. So dear reader, here is a multiple choice question for you. QUESTION: To relieve my anger and frustration as a result of facing life’s ever increasing problems, I………. A. Shout obscenities at all slow and careless road users, risking serious road-rage situations. B. Do my best to ignore the problems, and in so doing, bottle them up, risking a heart attack or some serious illness. C. Pay regular visits to a psychologist, costing me a small fortune. D. Ensure I have sufficient quantities of alcohol/drugs available to calm my nerves and risk becoming an alcoholic or a drug addict. E. Have a sound proof `anger room’ attached to the house and have a strong bat and plenty of op shop crockery and breakables available for anger smashing. F. Enter as many marathons as possible, working on the principle that if the problems don’t kill me, the excess running will!

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