Feature Magazine July 2021 Edition by The Local Times

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ON THE COVER: Marjorie Pagani, Angel Flight CEO

Putting The Fresh Back Into Food:

With a big focus on freshness, the new Everfresh Food Market slated to open in October this year, is going to change the dynamics of shopping for Capestone Mango Hill. Page 14

Mentoring Teens Through Challenging Times: What started as an outlet to help kids who needed it, has grown into a successful program making a big difference to many families across the country. Page 16

Burpengary Community Club :

With a vision to be pioneers in the world of Burpengary hospitality, consumers are in for a treat at the long-awaited Burpengary Community Club. Page 18

Prepare Now for Retirement:

There is currently no compulsory retirement age, but some of the things to think about before you retire include work, expectations, lifestyle, money and estate planning. This checklist may help you prepare for the retirement lifestyle you want. Page 28

Hitting Into the Deep:

If you haven’t heard of underwater hockey before, don’t worry you aren’t alone. But surprisingly the sport is more popular than you realise and is also played on an international level. Page 36

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Burpengary Community Kindergarten Enhances Native Habitats The grant recipients for the 2021 Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants have been announced with $1,447 granted to Burpengary Community Kindergarten for a program that is focused on enhancing native habitats. Woolworths Junior Landcare Grant projects focus on sustainable food production, improving waste management practices or enhancing native habitats such as vegetable gardens, recycling initiatives and native habitat enhancement and indigenous perspectives. Primary schools and Early Learning Centres who receive the grant can further their environmental projects in the school or community, helping to educate the younger generation about the importance of the environment. This year, an additional $500 Bee Bonus was also offered, providing extra funding to support the conservation of Australia’s bee population. Burpengary Community Kindergarten has been granted a Bee Bonus to help them do their part in supporting bees so they can continue their good work in the environment. With bees and pollination a crucial part of the horticultural and agricultural industry in Australia, Burpengary Community Kindergarten can use the Bee Bonus in the development of native beehives, pollinator gardens or bee education programs. To celebrate this grant, Brent Stevens, Woolworths Burpengary Store Manager attended Burpengary Community Kindergarten to award with their grant (pictured).

Applications Open For Oxfam’s Leadership Program For First Nations Women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women from across Australia can now apply to participate in a week-long summit in Canberra to build their political engagement skills to make positive changes in their communities. Part of Oxfam Australia’s Straight Talk program - which is now in its 12th year – the national summit will run from 17-22 October. The immersive program aims to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to learn more about, and participate in, the political system. Over 10 years, the program has empowered more than 850 First Nations women, by connecting them with Australia’s political system while building their capacity as changemakers. Oxfam’s Straight Talk Coordinator, Worrin Williams, said the program allows women to become comfortable engaging with the federal political system by giving them practical tools, and building connections and confidence. “The success of the program lies in its ability to effectively advocate for the participation of First Nations women in politics, and this is demonstrated in how well-respected the program is among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and political networks around the country,” Ms Williams said.

“Our previous participants include the first female Mayor of the Torres Shire Council, Vonda Malone, local WA councillors Rae Cottom and Brooke O’Donnell, as well as trailblazers such as Karen Diver, Member for Cook Cynthia Lui, and former Senator and Olympian Nova Peris." Rockingham Councillor and Wangkatha woman Rae Cottam said her trip to Canberra with the program in 2015 was transformative. “I got involved in the Straight Talk program because I’d seen women do it all over the country. I’d heard about how amazing it was. I heard women go and come back to our communities and transform themselves and the work that they do. And I thought: ‘I want to get on board with this’,” Ms Cottam said. “It blew my mind, absolutely… just to know what’s happening at Capitol Hill. You know, we see it on the news, but to see what’s actually going on there.” Councillor for Kalamunda, Palyku woman Brooke O’Donnell said the program is important for First Nations women to have a voice. “It’s really important because, in particular, from I guess a lot of our mob’s communities, the women are as much the spokespeople and the strong networks and links to that community and quite often, we – from a

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Western society – always think about the role as a caregiver and the person that is often behind the scenes and is often seen, and not heard,” Ms O’Donnell said. “I think for me, recognising that Aboriginal women really need to be standing up and taking that role and celebrating the achievements that we have made and actually being able to bring each other up, rather than being behind the scenes, I think it’s important to take those opportunities when you’re offered them. I’ve always been a big believer of that because whenever I’m offered an opportunity, I can’t say no, I have to say yes, because who knows what will come from that. The opportunities are endless.” Applications are open until 17 July. Applicants do not need previous political experience or an understanding of Parliament. Visit https:// www.oxfam.org.au/what-we-do/indigenousaustralia/straight-talk Ms Williams encouraged Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women from all parts of Australia to apply. “We are looking for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who represent the strength and diversity of their communities. We would love to have participants from all regions of Australia, of all ages, backgrounds and education and employment levels,” Ms Williams said.

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Coles Liquor partners with the International Alliance for Responsible Drinking Coles has joined a coalition of the world’s largest beer, wine and spirits companies to promote new global standards aimed at reducing harmful use of alcohol and preventing underage drinking by the online sale of alcohol. The International Alliance for Responsible Drinking (IARD) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to addressing harmful drinking worldwide and promoting understanding of responsible drinking. The IARD is supported by its member companies from all sectors of the regulated alcohol industry – beer, wine, and spirits – in their common purpose of being part of the solution to reducing the harmful use of alcohol. Coles Liquor Chief Executive Darren Blackhurst said Coles takes the responsible sale of alcohol seriously and through the IARD Coles would work with industry stakeholders to promote best practice measures throughout its online business.

G-Day Raises $266,000

“Most people consume alcohol in a sensible and responsible manner however we are committed to harm minimisation initiatives that reduce excessive consumption,” he said. “We saw a change in customer behaviour during COVID-19 and continue to see strong performance in eCommerce, so we have worked to adopt best practice safety protocols online and are pleased to join the IARD to share information on global initiatives and drive further improvement across the industry in partnership with suppliers and other stakeholders.”

People across USC’s South East Queensland regions have shown how much they value their University’s student success and research work, with $266,118 pledged on its annual Giving Day.

Coles has led the Australian liquor market in the responsible service of alcohol and is committed to harm minimisation measures that address the misuse and abuse of alcohol.

USC Development Office Director Russell Ousley said more than 600 supporters gave to G-Day on 26 May in the specific areas of student support, mental health, conservation and environment.

“Together with the twelve leading alcohol producers they have worked tirelessly to enhance safeguards and set global standards for the online sale and delivery of alcohol, taking further steps to prevent underage sale to minors and prevent harmful drinking,” Mr Ashworth said.

“The beneficiaries are students in challenging financial circumstances and researchers making positive changes in the world through USC’s Thompson Institute, Detection Dogs for Conservation and Koala Vaccine team,” Mr Ousley said. “Some people chose to give multiple gifts to different areas, while generous donors matched community donations to increase the impact.” He thanked the USC and wider communities for their spirit and generosity, including almost 40 individuals and businesses that created their own online pages to collectively raise $30,000.

Henry Ashworth, President and CEO of IARD said the Alliance was pleased to partner with Coles and other leading global regional retailers, eCommerce and delivery platforms.

“We look forward to working with Coles and other Australian partners to embed these responsibility standards in Australia and across the globe.” Coles Liquor is a founding member of DrinkWise, an independent, not-for-profit organisation whose primary focus is to help bring about a healthier, safer and more responsible drinking culture in Australia. Coles Liquor is also a signatory to the Alcohol Beverages Advertising Code and is committed to industry best practice in the advertising of alcohol. With the growth in demand for online delivery, Coles is proud to be a signatory to the world leading Retail Drinks Australia Code of Conduct for online sales and introduced specific measures to ensure sales are made responsibly, including: •

No unattended same day delivery

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No unattended standard delivery for new customers or guest checkouts

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No deliveries made to a public place in an alcohol-free zone or a prohibited or restricted area (e.g. dry communities)

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“The Thompson Institute is already opening up more places to offer free mental health and suicide prevention training to members of the community.

Delivery agents or employees are not financially penalised for not completing a delivery or refusing to make a same day delivery on the grounds that they consider the recipient is under 18 years old, is intoxicated or was unable to verify the recipient’s identity

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Records of refused deliveries are kept for at least one year

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Self-Exclusion Programme where customers can voluntarily opt out of delivery services

“Professor of Microbiology Peter Timms can now protect more koalas and start the koala vaccine registration process.

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Safe drop principles employed to ensure deliveries are not made in locations which may be considered at risk (e.g. schools)

“G-Day is an opportunity for USC to forge stronger community ties while raising awareness of the importance of our teaching and research work,” he said.

“And every dollar donated to the Detection Dogs will go to the care and training of our dogs so they can locate and save more at-risk wildlife.”

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Warning Issued to Prospective Regional Property Investors New data showing regional property prices outpacing growth in capital cities may trip up some novice property investors, according to a leading buyers’ agent. The latest figures from CoreLogic found that dwelling values in regional Australia increased by 13 per cent over the past year compared to 6.4 per cent for capital cities. However, Adviseable Property Buyer Kate Hill said the stellar results may send the wrong signal to first-time property investors that every regional location is a sure-fire investment winner. “We have been investing in major regional locations for years and, conversely, have been giving other rural and remote locations a wide berth for a long time, too, including right now,” Ms Hill said. “Clearly, pent up demand and a number of other factors, including record low interest rates, are motivating more investors to buy into markets near and far, but the fundamentals must stack up over the longterm as a strategic investment location.” Ms Hill said that while there had been an increase in the numbers of people moving away from cities to regional areas, only time

would tell whether the trend would become permanent. “Some investors might be considering these short-term migration patterns, as well as the current robust price growth, as justification for buying into regional areas,” she said. “But, in a year or two, they may be left with an investment property in a location where many of the new residents have already reversed their decision-making and gone back to the city. “Plus, they may have bought into an area where the local economy was always reliant on one-industry, such as tourism or mining, which is not akin to significant nor sustainable capital growth over the years ahead.” Ms Hill said some major regional locations such as Ballarat, Bendigo and Geelong had strong property markets long before the pandemic, whereas others had been struggling for a years due to their remote locations and one-industry economies. These factors are why novice property investors must always consider the investment fundamentals of a location before deciding to buy real estate there, she said.

“Some of the key fundamentals include having a diverse and vibrant local economy, solid jobs growth, and a variety of industries such as health, construction, retail, and education to adequately service its local population,” she said. “In regional areas, the local economy must also be self-sufficient, which means local most residents should live and work there as well as spend their money there.” Ms Hill, who has decades of experience as a buyers’ agent and is also a Qualified Property Investment Adviser, said anyone considering buying an investment property must complete thorough due diligence on the future prospects of a place – rather than making decisions on potentially short-term fluctuations. “Just because a place has had a few months of price growth and property prices seem affordable, doesn’t make it a sound investment location,” she said. “By purchasing in an inferior regional or remote location, some investors might find out that the so-called ‘cheap’ buy-in price becomes a very expensive ‘experience fee’ with the benefit of hindsight.”

Buy Goceries Online with Flybuys Points Coles Online customers can now get up to $50 off their shop by using Flybuys points to help pay for their groceries using flypay.

“We’ve had fantastic positive feedback on our Click&Collect Rapid and Coles Plus offers and believe flypay will remove friction for customers as they navigate from building their basket to having their order fulfilled.”

flypay is a fast, easy and secure digital wallet that allows customers to check out faster when shopping online and collect Flybuys points at participating eligible partners on qualifying transactions along the way. Previously only available online to Coles liquor customers and selected retailers, the flypay payment option is now available on Coles Online, with added features that allow Coles Online customers to redeem Flybuys points in real-time.

"As Australians increasingly shop more online, we need to help make their shopping journey more convenient and digitally connected across all our Coles businesses and with flypay this includes access to other great retailers,” he said.

Coles Online customers can simply select flypay when checking out and follow the instructions to part-pay using their Flybuys points, from $10 (redemption of 2,000 points) up to $50 (redemption of 10,000 points) per transaction.

flypay was developed by Coles in collaboration with Flybuys and Token ID – a Visa solution. flypay speeds up the online checkout process for customers, who no longer need to enter their payment, Flybuys and delivery information separately when shopping with flypay-enabled retailers.

The new redemption offer via flypay makes it far easier for customers to use their Flybuys points by enabling Coles Online customers to redeem Flybuys points as part of their online shop for the first time. Coles Chief Executive of eCommerce Ben Hassing said Coles was committed to giving customers a seamless omnichannel experience as more Australians embrace digital shopping. “We want to help our customers shop more easily anytime, anywhere, anyhow, and with a growing number of our customers choosing to shop with Coles Online for the convenience and great value, we want to make the

Chief Executive of Emerging Businesses George Saoud added the rollout of flypay to Coles Online was part of Coles’ strategy.

Once customers set up their secure flypay account, all they need to do is select flypay when completing their transaction. checkout process simpler,” he said. “We are continually looking for ways to evolve our customer offer and to meet our customer’s expectations for a leading digital experience, that’s easy to use and helps them with their everyday shop. flypay delivers a market leading payments experience, that enables our customers to redeem Flybuys points real time and get money off their shop.

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“We’re excited to partner with Coles Online on flypay, as part of our continued commitment to improve our members’ shopping experience, making it easier to be rewarded on everyday shopping,” Flybuys Chief Executive Officer John Merakovsky said. “By simplifying the online checkout process, it’s now so much easier for Flybuys points to be awarded on eligible purchases using flypay when shopping with our Flybuys partners.”

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Caboolture Watchhouse Now Open Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services, the Honourable Mark Ryan MP joined Commissioner Katarina Carroll last month for the official opening of the new Caboolture Watchhouse. ABOVE: Monash University's first cohort of students for the Master of Indigenous Business Leadership alongside esteemed staff and guests.

Monash Launches Australia's First Indigenous Business Leadership Degree Karl Briscoe is a proud Kuku Yalanji man and a successful business leader. As CEO of the National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners (NAATSIHWP), he advocates the importance of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce in closing the Indigenous health outcomes gap. But he wants to learn how to be an even more effective Indigenous leader so he can optimise NAATSIHWA’s ability to influence and progress Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ economic futures. Karl is one of 14 students to enrol in Australia’s first Indigenous-focused Master of Indigenous Business Leadership, at Monash University. Through the program, he will connect with a national network of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Business Leaders all seeking to enhance their leadership skills with their communities. Karl said he chose the Monash Masters of Indigenous Business Leadership over a regular MBA degree because of its up-to-date relevance to his work. “I was very picky in selecting a course. I looked through the modules of courses on offer to make sure I was able to really apply those learnings back into my organisation and into my future career,” he said. “The course is on the cusp of Aboriginal terms of reference of how we do business with organisations and includes the latest, evidence-based research. That’s really one of the major differences between a mainstream MBA and what we’re doing.” Mundanara Bayles is the Managing Director of Australian BlackCard, a cultural competency training program She also enrolled in the master’s degree and says it will elevate both her work with multinational corporate clients as well as the indigenous community. “This program enables me to add value to the work that I do with our BlackCard clients - ANZ, Commonwealth Bank, PwC,” said Ms Bayles, “My family and the broader Aboriginal community will also benefit from the knowledge and skills that I bring back as we strive towards more Aboriginal people participating in business and being that example for the younger generation. Professor Jacinta Elston, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Indigenous) and Head of the William Cooper Institute, said Monash had the longest history of engagement in Indigenous higher education in Australia.

“We’re proud of this legacy, but we knew we could do more. We recognised many Indigenous leaders have had very limited opportunities to engage in formal education and business training,” Professor Elston said. “As a result, we created the Master of Indigenous Business Leadership to cultivate the next generation of Indigenous business leaders to shape Australia’s public, private and community sectors.” The Master’s program takes the core elements of a traditional MBA, tailors it for leading as an Indigenous person, and is delivered face-toface in intensive mode, allowing students to participate without interrupting their jobs, family or communities for long periods of time. Dean and Head of Monash Business School, Professor Simon Wilkie, said Monash Business School is proud of what this program can achieve and honoured to be welcoming the first cohort of students. Over the next decade, Professor Wilkie aims to see the program empowering hundreds of Indigenous business leaders with postgraduate qualifications, who will produce impactful benefits to indigenous communities. The Business School’s Director of Equity, Diversity and Social Inclusion, Associate Professor Nick McGuigan, said it was fitting that this course was being launched in 2021 as Monash celebrated 60 years of making change, and the 2021 Reconciliation Week theme: More than a word. “Reconciliation is not just about talking, it is about taking bold action. At Monash, if we don’t like something the way it is, or if we see new ways to embrace the future, we’re not afraid to go out and change it. Two years ago we decided to take the first steps towards putting right something we feel is fundamentally wrong. Launching the program is our first step in strengthening fierce leadership amongst Australia’s Indigenous businesses,” said Associate Professor McGuigan. As a director with Indigenous recruitment agency Ergon, student Kyra Galante is excited about making a meaningful impact with her newfound knowledge. “It means we are ready to contribute to our communities, to bring them into their new economy to take their rightful place to care for their families, land, spirituality and ancestral stories. That is true self-determination.”

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The new $14.4 million watchhouse is on the site of the previous Caboolture Police Station, which was relocated with the opening of the new Caboolture Police Station and Moreton District Headquarters in 2019, to a new location only a short distance up the road. In addition to the new watchhouse facilities, the new building also provides specialist facilities to accommodate up to 40 support staff from units including the Caboolture Prosecution Corp, Domestic and Family Violence Unit, Moreton District Youth CoResponder Team and the Moreton District Tasking and Coordination Unit. Commissioner Carroll said the new watchhouse was necessary to maintain service delivery in the Moreton District, which continues to expand. “We have identified the need to provide the Moreton Policing District with more resources, and this new watchhouse facility is the latest addition,” Commissioner Carroll said. “This new facility will enable police to continue their work in keeping the community safe and providing a high standard of service throughout the area. “Housing important specialist units within this building ensures our officers are available where they are needed throughout the Moreton District.” Minister Ryan said the new watchhouse demonstrated the State Government’s commitment to providing the Queensland Police Service with the necessary facilities to keep the community safe. “I would like to thank all police who work in Caboolture and the Moreton Bay region for their dedication and professionalism to keeping our community safe,” Minister Ryan said. “The rapid growth of this region in recent years means police facilities need to keep pace with the requirements of the local community. “With the population increasing in suburbs north of Brisbane, modern facilities like this one are vital to maintaining community safety. ” “This watchhouse will expand upon the capabilities of the Caboolture Police Station and Moreton District Office facilities up the road, providing complementary services.” The state-of-the-art facility is scheduled to be fully operational from June 19, and by accommodating a range of specialist policing units, ensures they remain embedded in the local communities in which they work.

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Marjorie Pagani is a woman of many hats, but most notably for her role with charity Angel Flight.

Marjorie Pagani: Under the Radar

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arjorie Pagani is as humble and giving as they come. For years, she has been a constant presence within the life blood of charity Angel Flight - but that’s just one of her many achievements. Marjorie is also a practising barrister, spent 17 years in the RAAF as a squadron leader in the Air Force Specialist Legal Corps, has held and still holds positions within many tribunals and committees, is a member of the governing body of James Cook University (the JCU Council) and she has a commercial pilots licence, so she can also fly a plane. But that’s not all. Marjorie lives on her farm at Lake Barrine on the Atherton Tablelands west of Cairns and when she’s not busy commuting to Brisbane for work, you’ll find her looking after rescue animals. For Marjorie, everything she has done and continues to do in her life (including still actively flying), is really nothing out of the ordinary for her. But that certainly doesn’t mean she hasn’t worked hard and put in the effort to achieve so much. It was while she was putting herself through university in Townsville, that Marjorie decided to learn how to fly. “One of my early jobs when I was at university was as a bookkeeper for an emergency helicopter service at Townsville Airport and I started taking an interest then,” she says. “Then I met my husband, who was a charter pilot, and then later on my barrister practice was based in Townsville but the majority of my work was in Mackay and Cairns and it was quite hard getting flights to suit.” With 3 young sons thrown into the mix and life as a busy working mum, Marjorie found it easier to do everything by flying herself to work, so she wouldn’t

miss out on too much. While it meant for a very long day (getting up at 2am to do case preparation), she wouldn’t have had it any other way. “If you want to have a career and look after your children too, it’s certainly not easy,” she says. “I think it’s a case of if you want to do it, you just have to find the energy. Many women quite properly choose one or the other but if you want to choose both, certainly it’s great to have help but you still have to put in a lot of work if you want it to succeed and get on with it. So that’s why I bought the aeroplane, which I still have today.”

Her passion for aviation and working within the law arena is what would eventually lead Marjorie to Angel Flight, of which she now holds the position of Chief Executive Officer. In 2002, as the president of AOPA (Australian Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association) Marjorie was introduced to Bill Bristow, the founder of Angel Flight, who was in the process of setting everything up and looking to talk to as many organisations with pilots and aircraft as he could. “I met him and it became apparent to me then, that in that early set up phase, they would benefit from having an aviation lawyer on board,” she says. “So I volunteered as their aviation legal adviser and helped with the set-up from 2002-03. I was the volunteer lawyer right through until 2015. I was one of the earliest pilots as well as my husband - we both registered as volunteer pilots.” When Bill became ill in 2014, Marjorie stepped up to help out for a year, already having been with the charity for many years, she knew the place inside out. “The year stretched on and fortunately our wonderful founder recovered from his illness,” she says. “He’s no longer on the board - he retired from that - but he’s still a member of the company and I took over as CEO and a Director of the company and I’m still there, so it became a long year! But it’s been a long history

with me and Angel Flight from the beginning.” Angel Flight co-ordinates non-emergency flights to assist those in remote areas gain access to specialist medical treatment that wouldn’t otherwise be an option for them. They have a team of about 8000 volunteers (3500 pilots and 4500 drivers) around Australia. “It’s quite wonderful for me and our staff and all our volunteers,” Marjorie says of being able to help others. “Each and every one of them does it because they just love using their time and their skills to help out other people. It’s a very rewarding thing and there isn’t a pilot or driver who won’t say they don’t get every bit as much out of it as the passengers we assist. This really does save them a lot of stress and anxiety in a time where they have enough happening. Not only is there the elderly, but also people with young children.” For Marjorie, one of the biggest things she wants everyone to do when it comes to Angel Flight, is create awareness. “We don’t raise any money or pay anyone for marketing and we don’t pay for advertising,” she says. “We just want people to create the awareness and spread the word that we are here. Go and tell your doctor, psychiatrist , specialist or remote nurse, tell them that you want to use Angel Flight and tell them to register with us. Tell your health professionals about us and get them to contact us.” Marjorie admits working with Angel Flight is one role she holds closest to her heart, along with her animal rescue sanctuary. “There’s quite a lot of things that are highlights for me,” she says of all of her achievements and accomplishments. “I certainly enjoyed all of my time as a barrister and presiding on tribunals and boards as well. James Cook University is also a big part of my life, it’s where I started my university career and I’m now back there on the council.

“But the farm rescue animals are definitely a big one. We provide permanent homes for abused and neglected farm and working animals. It’s hot, hard, dirty work but it’s very rewarding. They’ve all got shelters, they’ve all got wonderful facilities and we give them the best vet care. That’s something that’s very special to me and my family, and my husband helps a lot with the animals as well. We have a fly in fly out roster, one of us has to be here at all times and we both have Brisbane based jobs.” In addition to her legal practice and assisting Angel Flight, Marjorie was a long-serving presiding member of the Queensland AntiDiscrimination Tribunal, the Queensland Mental Health Review Tribunal and the former North Queensland Parole Board. She is also chair of the James Cook University’s Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee, and Deputy Chair of its Estate Committee. She has also been appointed as the legal member of the Human Research Ethics Committee of the university’s Cairns, Townsville and Singapore campuses and most recently to the Board of the Torres and Cape Health and Hospitals Board in Cairns. “I am really looking forward to continuing my role in assisting people in rural and remote communities wherever I can - this role complements my Angel Flight work,” Marjorie says. Marjorie credits her loving husband for being a massive support to such a strong woman over the years. Together they raised their 3 boys and now also have 7 grandchildren in the mix. “I think he’s just learned to live with it after all these decades,” she says laughing. “Right from the start we have always worked hard together. He’s always known I was going to get involved in a lot of things, but we’ve always worked well as a team.”

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A NEw everfrEsh food market is set to open in mango hill late this year

Putting The Fresh Back Into Food Words: Sheree Hoddinett

With a big focus on freshness, the new Everfresh Food Market slated to open in October this year, is going to change the dynamics of shopping for Capestone Mango Hill. For those unfamiliar with the name, Everfresh Food Market comes from another brand you will already know and love IGA – Independent Grocers of Australia, in particular Cornetts Supermarkets. They are now breaking out of that brand and moving into the Everfresh Food Market branding, with a much bigger emphasis on the deli, produce, meat and bakery areas, showcasing fresh food and all instore for their customers to enjoy. With the new store construction well underway, Everfresh Food Market Chief Executive Officer Graham Booysen says it’s an exciting time for all involved to see what a difference they can make in the local supermarket arena. “We have 2 Everfresh stores already out there, one in Bundaberg and one in Buderim, both of which were converted from IGA,” he says. “This will be our first build of the Everfresh concept. So it’s a brand new concept, brand new brand and brand new for IGA – I don’t think you’ll see another one like it. It’s very exciting for us and our team, a lot of work is happening to get it ready for our customers.” The new store is expected to employ a team of about 70-80 staff, which could ramp up to about 100 during peak holiday times. Encompassing 2000 square metres, the Everfresh Food Market may appear slightly smaller than it’s bigger competitors, but will still pack a punch in the amount of products on offer. “Our range is always bigger than Woolworths and Coles, but we also carry a lot of local items from local producers,” Graham says. “For example, we have strawberries and honey that come from the Sunshine Coast. “We’ll also be very competitively priced against Woolworths and Coles. We have Price Match where we match the price on products and you’ll see the ticket hanging in store. We also have a promotion called LPED – Low Price Every Day. You’ll see about 3500 lines instore with LPED pricing on it.”

prepacked out of a factory,” he says. “It’s cut, it’s fresh. You can engage with proper butchers who will help you through the process of what to pick, how to pick it, how to cook it and what type of grade meat. “You’ll be able to buy a primal of rump and give it to the butcher and he’ll cut it for you in the thickness and sizes that you want. So we have that personal type service available.” There will also be options including ready-made meals, takeaway food, pre-cooked roast meat options and hot pies along with a full range of grocery items. While they don’t offer a delivery service, Graham says they will be partnering up with Door Dash, who will take your order, pick it and deliver it to you. “My view is we want to offer our customers such a great experience that they want to come shopping rather than sit at home and get a delivery,” he says. “People eat with their eyes. When you go shopping you pick up the produce, you have a look at it - you see the avocado, you see the meat you’re going to buy, so you eat with your eyes first. I just don’t understand the whole sitting at home ordering and you don’t know exactly what you’ll get, like what colour the bananas are or how ripe the avocado will be.” The new Everfresh Food Market, Mango Hill is expected to open in early October.

“When you go shopping you pick up the produce, you have a look at it - you see the avocado, you see the meat you’re going to buy, so you eat with your eyes first.”

Everfresh Food Market is more than just another supermarket joining the ranks, Graham says the one thing that will make them stand out is their focus on freshness across the store.

- Graham Booysen Market Chief Executive Officer

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hat started as an outlet to help kids who needed it, has grown into a successful program making a big difference to many families across the country. The Veteran Mentors program, which runs on both the Gold Coast and in the Kangaroo Valley in New South Wales, is based on military ideas and designed to assist children aged 12-17 become more accountable for themselves and their behaviour. A dedicated team of ex-service men and women are on hand to share their knowledge and passion with the kids, mentoring and guiding them throughout their 9-day journey.

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It’s an idea that came to fruition in 2017 with Directors Troy Methorst, Glenn Filtness and Matt French getting the ball rolling. Troy, who grew up in and spent his schooling career in Morayfield, decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and joined the Army in 2003 as a combat engineer. During his time in the defence force, Troy was deployed to both East Timor and Afghanistan. With 9.5 years of full service behind him, Troy decided to leave the Army in 2012 and take a step in a different direction. Troy was working at a Queensland Education facility doing outdoor education where he wanted to try new things like a boot camp but to no avail. “In my 5 or so years there I tried to implement a couple of different things and it didn’t quite fit…I couldn’t quite get it to work in the systems and structures,” he says. “I met a couple of the other guys (Glenn through The Southport School and then later made contact with Matt) and we all had a similar idea and enjoyed doing it. We found our groove with working with kids in a military hierarchy system and from there launched our idea of Veteran Mentors. “In the Army, teaching and training was the one thing I really enjoyed doing. And leaving the Army I enjoyed working with kids. We could see the need for a program like this and found a drive and passion to do it.” The 9-day program for kids is set over 3 phases where initially they undertake exercise, military discipline, receiving uniforms, making their beds and learning a lot about routine. “It’s very structured and regimented the first couple of days and it’s about outlining the boundaries and teaching them how to stay within the boundaries,” Troy says. “You have the kids who will try to rebel and resist and often in those moments it’s where we start to identify some of the problem areas from either home or school for some of these kids.” The second phase is more in-depth, where the kids are taught breathing techniques and positive visualisations, various meditations and mindfulness along with team sports and more adventure based activities including low and high ropes and camping. “We start building up with all the fun stuff – hikes, getting into nature and that kind of thing but during these times we’re still mentoring and touching on what the issues are with the kids,” Troy says. “Then in the final phase we test them with the more challenging adventure based stuff like abseiling, leap of faith, jumping off high things and then we finish with the sky diving, which is more successful than you would think. By the end of most programs we only have maybe 2 kids who just can’t quite get there or they’ll at least get up in the plane but just can’t bring themselves to jump. But most go through with it, it’s really cool to see them accomplish so much.” When the Veteran Mentors program first started they had about 20-24 kids come along. With an aim to grow by 5 kids per program, it went well beyond their expectations, now with 2 programs in each school holidays and up to 70 kids in each one. It’s also become about more than just working with the kids. “We did our first few programs and during that time we had a really good product but there was some other areas that we could see could use assistance and mainly that was working with the parents as well,” Troy says. With that idea in mind, Veteran Mentors now consists of a 9-day junior leader program, a one-day parent workshop and a third part called the Reconnection Expedition, where once the kids have completed the junior program, the parents undertake the workshop, the third phase is the reconnection where the parent and child work together under the supervision of mentors. “About 80% of the time, the parents are at their wits end with something and they turn to us,” Troy says. “We have the 20% of kids who just want a new challenge and just want to take themselves to the next level which is awesome too. “It really started out to help the kids, but now we really see it as we’re helping the household and that is in turn helping the family at home and then those guys help the community and then the community helps Australia, so that’s where there’s a real purpose in it for us. The results we get are really amazing.”

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Innovative Community Club Raises the Bar With a vision to be pioneers in the world of Burpengary hospitality, consumers are in for a treat at the long-awaited Burpengary Community Club opening last month. General Manager Nick Brabham said intrigued residents would have been watching on over the past 18 months as the $40 million dual-level Burpengary Station Village development came to life, which includes the Burpengary Community Club on the lower floor. Mr Brabham said the club will bring about positive change in the area with a strong focus on supporting the community through various sponsorships and employment of over 100 staff. Ten school-based trainee roles have also been made available in a variety of areas including food, beverage, and reception. “We’re pretty conscious of the fact that we’re community based,” he said. It’s about giving the community something that they don’t have, and Burpengary hasn’t had its own club, until now.” The club has already supported Burpengary State School P&C, Narangba Crows AFL, Jets Rugby League, Jets Netball, Genies Netball, Burpengary Community Hall and the local C&K Kindy. The club will be unlike any other Mr Brabham said, with the ability to seat up to 350 guests in and around the venue, including the Railway Restaurant and Wattle Café with inside and al fresco dining options, bars, gaming room, Sports Bar with countless TV’s, a Kids Club and small cinema area, and function/board room. “The club promises to be fresh, different and offer the local community a long-sought after venue that the Burpengary area hasn’t had before. Not only is the club new to Burpengary, but so is Nick. However, he brings with him a wealth of knowledge when it comes to running a venue like Burpengary Community Club. “I’m a Tweed boy which is absolutely nowhere near here,” he says. “I’ve now left Cabarita Beach which is where I grew up. It’s a big change but time to step out of the comfort zone and take on a new challenge, it’s exciting. “I’ve been in clubs since I was 18 and I’ve slowly worked my way up as most people do in the hospitality industry – it’s fairly transient. I’ve done a bit of time in pubs, but not a great deal and this venue is probably a fit between the two. It will be a pub style atmosphere with all the club benefits and safety that the clubs give. It’s going to be friendly and light-hearted, as well as welcoming, with a casual and relaxed atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. “We are looking to serve close on 400-500 meals a day, depending on the day, weekends will be the bigger peak times where we could even reach 600 per day. “We even have a private dining/boardroom area for community groups that want to host a meeting, so the local football club, AFL, netball, Meals on Wheels or whoever it may be … it’s a boardroom style area so it can be cordoned off and it’s quiet.” The restaurant and café menus are the creation of head chef Scott Kennedy who is backed by a wealth of culinary experience, having hailed from the prestigious Victoria Park Golf Complex and other distinguished restaurant around the world. “We’ll be offering up simple meals but done well,” Mr Brabham said. “Our Executive Chef has travelled the world, including having worked in Germany, so you’ll get a traditional German style schnitzel for example … and that’s the point of difference. “We will of course welcome customer feedback to give us a good idea of what to do and where to go with everything.” Confirmed centre tenants at the development also include Seasons IGA, Café 63, Liquorland, Priceline Pharmacy, Chairman’s Barber Shop, Cignall specialist tobacconist, a medical centre, bakery, and dentist. Burpengary Community Club, located at 10 Henderson Road, Burpengary officially opened on June 22. Club membership is available online or at the front reception desk when you arrive.

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OPINION

The World According to Kate

Domestic Goddess

It was a little over fifteen years ago when I made what some may consider the ultimate sacrifice of a professional woman. I choose my family over my successful career. I had achieved all of my goals and was ready for a simple life. With my daughter in primary school and husband also working full time, I sold my company, said farewell to my clients and headed off into the sunset with visions of the perfect family and household managed by none other than yours truly. It turned out that I am not a domestic goddess after all, and family responsibilities and relationships are not as simple as corporate ones. I was ill equipped for the role and my corporate brain was relentless and unforgiving with performance reviews. No bonuses for me. From soggy sandwiches to fluffy black clothes and colours running onto whites – I had a lot to learn. The most important lesson being once things are done, they do not stay done. Yoda would say “Do, you have. Do again, you must.” This knocked me for a six. Depression set in. I just finished that task perfectly ten minutes ago and I have to do it again? But I am not one to shy away from a challenge. Turning to every online forum discussing how to be organised at home I can now say that I have perfected the management of the multifaceted roles of a housewife and soggy sandwiches are no more! With my daughter now at university and my husband managing his own business, I looked forward to doing less but life had another lesson for me. In my determination to become a domestic goddess, I had turned my home into a hotel. Sure, my family knew how to pick their towel up off the floor or change the toilet roll but why should they? It would not be long before it would simply take care of itself! I will not expand on the endless arguments, hissy fits and every other type of fit that followed as my brain simply could not process the mindset of not taking responsibility of your own living space. Clothes left to be picked up, washed, folded, and put away. Dirty dishes left on the sink as opposed to in the dishwasher. No 'thank-you', no performance bonuses, no glowing testimonials, no awards! I went on strike. As I vegged in front of the television feeling sorry for myself, I took note of the Air BNB advertisement showing how people make money by leasing out their extra space. Could it be that all my newfound skills at running a five-star hotel at home will result in my ability to run my own business again in retirement? Perhaps I shall call it: Kate’s Hotel.

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Critically Speaking POLITICAL CORRECTNESS.- BELIEVE IT OR NOT!

s each new year rolls around, correctness Richard Lancaster political appears to increasingly Cryptic Critic encroach more and more into our daily lives. So what is Political Correctness? It’s all about us choosing to use words and actions that avoid disparaging, insulting or offending others. These `others` include people of different race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, financial status or physical disability. The term came to us from social movement activists in the 1970’s, who used it as an effective means of challenging deep-rooted prejudices, which existed in our past behaviour and language. But name changing to rid the language of names which caused offence, goes back still further. During the 1789 French Revolution, when aristocrats were having their heads lopped off, the authorities banned the use of playing cards that featured images of kings and queens. They replaced them with images of the Revolution leaders. In Australia, during the first World War, jam filled buns known as `Berliners` were renamed `Kitchener` buns and luncheon sausage called `Fritz`, were renamed `Devon`, a name that is still used. In 1917, King George the 5th, Queen Elizabeth’s grandfather changed the royal family’s surname from their German surname of Saxe-Coburg Gotha to the current name of Windsor, because a German bomber named the Gotha 4, was bombing England at the time. The German Shepherd dog was renamed `Alsatian` and

German biscuits were renamed Èmpire` biscuits because of strong anti-German feelings. In more recent times the death of George Floyd and the subsequent Black Lives Matter movement, sent United States food and beverage manufacturers hurriedly changing brand names , some of which had been accepted for a century or more. The 100 year old Eskimo Pie brand enjoyed by millions suddenly became Edy’s Pie, because the original name was said to be offensive to the Eskimo nation. PepsiCo scrapped the 130 year old Aunt Jemima breakfast cereal name as it reflected racist stereotypes. A school in the United States renamed Easter eggs as `Spring Spheres`, so as not to offend people who did not celebrate Easter. But Political Correctness has spread worldwide. The European Parliament banned sexist terms such as `man` so `manhole` covers became ùtility hole` covers. In Britain, the classic English dessert `Spotted Dick` is now known as Spotted Richard`. A British council banned the term `Brainstorming` and replaced it with `Thought Showers`, as the former might offend epileptic sufferers. A job advertisement was rejected by a British newspaper as it used the words `reliable` and `hard-working in it. Evidently these words could be seen as offensive to ùnreliable` and `lazy` people. In Australia, we have not escaped food and beverage name changes either. Arnott’s `Golliwog` biscuits are now `Scalliwags`. Coles `Creole` Creams are seemingly no more. Allen’s `Red Skins` have been rebranded `Red Ripper`.

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Those deliciously chewy small brown gummies are no longer `Chicos`, as that name in Spanish can be offensive. So they are now called `Cheekies`. The iconic `Coon ` cheese, named after its original manufacturer will, from July 1 be known as `Cheer` cheese. And finally, The Gold Coast’s Sea World has the last word. They have renamed their family of `Fairy` penguins, `Little` penguins as they did not want to upset the gay community. Evidently `fairy` is a derogatory name for an effeminate gay man in some countries.

FAMILY

with Wendy Laimant

A time to consciously slow down, be present and available to each other. What can quality time look like and how to ensure it is an enjoyable time for all… Families are so diverse and life is so busy. As the time continue to unravel, children growing, becoming more assertive in who they are; influenced by school, social media and the world around them; it can be difficult as a parent to find the time to connect with the kids during which we can let go of the to do list to dedicate ourselves to this moment. But also finding something to share with them that spark their interest and also ours! I asked a couple of families what their favourite things to do together were.

Bonding Time with your Kids Families spend a lot of time together through the week; but how much of this time is actually quality time?

A family of 2 pre-teens shared enjoying bowling, roller skating, shopping and movie nights. Another family of 4 children under 10 shared their favourite things to do with their parents: With dad, driving, working, watching footy, being silly, watching tv together and playing play station. With mum, going out for a special meal, playing board games and talking. Quality time with kids doesn’t have to be extravagant and it can be cost free. But it is important to be prepared to give this time with the intention of being present and available; that it is how it becomes quality time. Sharing something of your interest or theirs are both significant but at times surprising the family with unpredictable ideas can really bring everyone together! Here are a few ideas that you could enjoy with your family: •

Seating watching a sunset together. Drive to a good spot, music on, whatever lollies or snack you never normally allow them to have. Share it around with a smile.

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Heading out with a hot chocolate to watch the stars at night. Get the camping beds out or lay on the

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Spend 1 night a week cooking with 1 of the kids. Rotate the child each week and the parent if you can. Let the kids have a say in what they are cooking and let them get creative with presentation.

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Organise a backyard sporting competition. Decide on a prize with all, that will suit your family.

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Send some invitation addressed to each family member inviting them to a coffee catch up on a specific day. Grab your favourite board game and head out to a coffee shop.

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Host a game night and pizza night. Decide on 1, 2 or 3 games and get

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Unpredictably make a day of the week a ‘’ Everything is cancelled day’’ No school, no work, no cleaning. Decide together what you will make of it. Agree that it has to be fun for everyone! Add a very small budget and let the kids problem solve.

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BUDGET 2021

SECURING OUR RECOVERY BUILDING FOR OUR FUTURE The Morrison Government is creating jobs, guaranteeing essential services and building a more resilient and secure Australia. More jobs and llower taxes

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Rewarding hard work with further tax relief – up to $1,080 for singles and up to $2,160 for couples.

$15 billion in new infrastructure investment to ease congestion and create jobs.

$17.7 billion in new aged care funding, including 80,000 additional home care packages.

Expanded instant asset write off to encourage investment & create jobs.

Signiﬁcant new investment to encourage more R&D and manufacturing onshore.

More mental health funding, for new headspace centres and a new Head to Health network.

Further investment in dams and irrigation, plus technology to reduce emissions, like clean hydrogen and energy storage.

New PBS medicine listings for breast cancer, lung cancer, severe osteoporosis, severe asthma and chronic migraines.

50% wage subsidies for 170,000 new apprentices, plus 450,000 training places in the JobTrainer Fund.

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HEALTH

Moreton All Body Care

Exercise and Mental Health Mental illness can have an impact on a person’s cognitive, behavioural and social functioning. Those with a mental illness often struggle to engage in their regular work, social and physical activities to full extent which further impacts the illness as social isolation then often occurs. Mental illness includes anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder and personality disorders. There is mounting evidence that suggests exercise is an effective treatment method for people suffering from acute and chronic mental illness, with some studies suggesting that exercise is just as effective, if not more effective than pharmacological intervention in alleviating depressive symptoms. Exercise can make a big difference in mood and needs to be a fundamental part of mental health treatment. Even one workout a week is known to have great benefits. Exercise doesn’t just keep you physically healthy but also mentally. An active lifestyle can improve your mood, help you sleep better, help manage stress and reduce your risk of developing mental health conditions. It is recommended to try a variety of different types of activities and choose one that you enjoy the most. You don’t have to join a gym –activities such as swimming, walking the dog, jogging whilst listening to music, riding a bike, gardening, bushwalking, yoga and weight-lifting can all be beneficial. It can be helpful to work with an appropriately educated professional such as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who understands the complexity of the challenges faced with mental health conditions, and has the skills and knowledge to help individuals manage their condition and any barriers they may come up against.

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Adopting a Holistic Approach for Your Health and Wellbeing Words: Zen Chi Natural Therapies Wellness Centre, North Lakes

A holistic approach optimises health and wellbeing by connecting the individual aspects of the person and bringing each aspect into balance. It often involves multiple complementary and alternate healthcare practices that may overlap with modern-day western medicine. Taking a holistic approach allows the individual to experience wellness on a level that brings a healthy way for them to embrace living. With a modern way of living, we live at a busier and faster pace than previous generations. Health providers are recognising the increase in levels of stress, fatigue and mental health within Australia. The World Health Organisation recognises the negative environmental impacts such as air and water pollution and the likelihood of its effects on our health. A Holistic Health Approach addresses 5 aspects of our living, including physical, mental, spiritual, emotional and social, which considers environmental factors that impact our health and wellbeing. At Zen Chi, we have a range of holistic practitioners to support you to lead a healthy life. All of our practitioners adopt a holistic approach and believe: • All people have an innate ability to heal • Look at the individual as a whole person not just according to the symptoms or disease they present with • Healing is a team approach involving both the client and practitioner. Sometimes this may mean adopting more than one approach or practice, including working with Western-Style Medicine Doctors. • Treatment is about alleviating the root cause of the condition, not just addressing the symptoms. And of course, if we cannot support you fully, all our practitioners are well networked and happy to outsource to other practitioners when needed. If you are interested in learning more about adopting a holistic approach to your health and wellbeing but not sure where to start, feel free to reach out to one of our wonderful reception staff for guidance on which practitioner might be the best fit for you today by calling us on (07) 3482 2549.

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BEAUTY

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Does your skin feel tightness, especially after showering, bathing, or swimming? Does your skin feel rough and look grey and ashy? Well, you are experiencing Dry Skin! It may be reassuring to know that winter brings cold wind, short days, and dry skin, so you are not the only one that is confronted with this unpleasant situation, but as much as its reassuring to know that it’s common it is not so comforting when you are faced by patches of itchy, scaly, flaky skin. Why is the skin dry? Let start by saying that dry skin is not usually serious, and that it is a skin type, meaning that genetics play a part. We are born with a certain type of skin, in this case a skin that lacks sebum, and in most cases stays with us all our life. Don’t’ despair it is not all flaky and redness usually dry skin has smaller pores and appears to be smoother. As with many things and almost all the time it is best to embrace instead of fight so let us see what we can do to improve it and make it feel and look more comfortable. But before doing that I would like to talk about the difference between dehydrated skin and dry skin as often we confuse them, but they are two different things. Dehydrated skin or dry skin? Dehydrated skin has a lack of water whereas dry skin has a lack of sebum. Additionally, dry skin is a skin type, while dehydrated skin is a skin condition. This means that genetics are at play to cause your dry skin to not produce enough sebum but outside factors are the cause behind your dehydrated skin.

Dehydrated skin takes away the balance in the skin damaging the Acid mental. The acid mental is like a protective film that covers the skin and it is essential for preventing TWEL (trans Epidermal Water loss) in other words preventing the water from escaping from the deeper layers of the skin. It provides a PH balance in the skin which shields against bacteria and pathogens and slows down the absorption of active ingredients. When the skin is dehydrated its natural capacity to turn over is impaired because the SCCE’s (stratum corneum chymotryptic enzymes) become inactive. This enzyme is responsible for the natural desquamation process of the skin. Resulting in cell build up making the skin feel rough and dull. Also dehydrated cells take an upwards curved shape as the dry out this means the skin’s physical barrier is compromised and as a result the skin is more open to invasion, becoming more sensitive. The water content of the dermis is conditioned by the presence of structural proteins such as collagen or of complex molecules such as glycosaminoglycans (e.g. hyaluronic Acid). In the epidermis, water is found inside and outside the cells and is easily subject to variations. The corneal layer contains water bound in part to the keratin and in part to the interlamellar lipids (cholesterol, free fatty acids and ceramides). Dry skin can be caused either by a lack of water or by a lack of interlamellar lipids that act as cement, or by both and it has fine scales and is rough to the touch. It is not enough to “quench” the tissue from the outside and restore the corneal layer’s barrier function to rebalance the natural flow of water vapour towards the exterior, these skins must also be helped to naturally hold onto the water, which is often diminished by less than optimum environmental conditions such as the cold, low environmental humidity or even dehydrating chemicals.

Dehydrated skin:

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Avoid stripping ingredients such as SLS (sodium Lauryl Sulphate) which is a detergent style ingredient, alcohols, and strong acids as these can further strip the skin, damaging the acid mental.

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Supplements with Essential Fatty Acid will support Cell membrane development and hence Acid mental creation and maintenance.

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Gentle exfoliation. Since SCCE’s are inactive in a dehydrate skin it important to help the skin to eliminate the build up of dead cells in the stratum corneum, but because the skin is not strong enough the best methods for exfoliation are enzyme and gentle physical exfoliants.

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Infusion modalities are great for improving the hydration levels in the deeper layers of the tissue.

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Use soaps that are gentler on the skin and that will help to lock in the moisture.

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Use hydrating and unscented moisturiser. A type of thick moisturiser, like a barrier cream that provides a seal over the skin to keep water from escaping.

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Limit bath or shower time and use lukewarm water rather that hot water.

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Apply moisturiser immediately after bath.

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Use a humidifier, especially in winter.

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Can Social Connectedness Improve Mental Wellbeing? Words: Susanne Jones, Just Better Care Brisbane North and CBD

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

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

Part of leading a healthier, happier, and longer life means maintaining our social and mental health so by staying connected to the people and activities we enjoy can positively impact our overall health. Maintaining your social health not only improves your mental wellbeing, but it can also be a protective factor against anxiety and depression (beyondblue, Connections Matter, 2018). A regular lunch date with friends, volunteering for a local organisation, or taking up a new sport or hobby are just a few ways to get out and about. Sharing a cup of tea with someone in the comfort of your home can make all the difference, especially a regular catch up a few times a week. Looking for more opportunities? Here are some more ways we can provide social and lifestyle support:

Transport and mobility If you just need help getting from A to B, we can help you arrange transport and mobility assistance. This might mean organising transport to medical appointments, weekly brunch with friends, family celebrations or local community meetings and events. Recreation and social engagement Do you want to get more involved in activities in your local community? Our staff can work with you to make it happen, we are passionate about assisting our customers to participate in the activities they enjoy.

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

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

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

Prepare Now For Retirement There is currently no compulsory retirement age, but some of the things to think about before you retire include work, expectations, lifestyle, money and estate planning. This checklist may help you prepare for the retirement lifestyle you want. 1–2 years before retirement • Review your financial plans and budget with a firmer idea of your retirement plan. • Try a few new activities—like volunteering—that you may enjoy in retirement, and make new friends and contacts. • Retirement can give you time to learn new skills. Consider ways to keep your mind active and alert through education, work, starting a business or learning how to use computers and the internet. • Talk about your retirement plans with your employer. • Think about: • working part-time during the last few years of your working life—your superannuation fund can advise you of any repercussions • taking long service leave or a holiday before you retire permanently • the timing of your retirement—can you afford to retire when you planned or do you need to stay working for longer? • Update any skills you can use to earn extra income when you retire. • Think about where you will live in retirement: • Does your home need any major repairs or maintenance to meet your needs in retirement? • Do you need to build a workshop or shed or clear a space for your planned retirement activities? • Does your car need replacing? • Do you plan to travel? Start collecting brochures and look for less expensive times to travel. 6 months before retirement • Review your financial plans and budget, and make any changes: • get your superannuation fund statements and search for any lost superannuation • review any life insurance schemes. • Try a few new activities that you may enjoy in retirement and make new friends and contacts. • Review your planned retirement date to check that it is still

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suitable. Talk with your family. Have a thorough health check and review your health insurance. Prepare or revise your will and choose an executor. You should review your will every 3 to 5 years. Organise an enduring power of attorney and an advance health directive if you haven’t already.

3 months before retirement • Check if you are eligible for any payments and services from the Australian Government including the Age Pension. You can apply for the Age Pension 3 months in advance. • Review your financial plans and budget, and make any changes. • Get your superannuation fund statements and check for lost superannuation (if you haven't already). • Review any life insurance schemes. Source: www.qld.gov.au/seniors/retirement/retirement-planning-checklist

More information

Money Smart, an Australian Securities and Investments Commission website, has free and impartial financial guidance and tools to help you secure your financial future. Seniors Enquiry Line, delivered by UnitingCare Community, provides information on concessions, social activities, household assistance, retirement accommodation, financial and legal matters, health, education, transport and many other matters. Queensland Government services and information covers a range of topics of interest to seniors. Queensland Human Rights Commission works to promote equal opportunity and protect people from unlawful discrimination, vilification and sexual harassment. Your Rights at Retirement guide, produced by the Australian Human Rights Commission, covers topics including health, aged care, wills and end-of-life decisions. Financial Planning Association of Australia provides a list of authorised financial planners in your area. Association of Independent Retirees is a not for profit volunteer organisation for retirees who are fully or partly self-funded. The Smart Traveller website has information for seniors about preparing for your trip, staying healthy and getting help overseas.

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A POSSUM OF A TALE Words: Sheree Hoddinett

Where is the strangest place you have encountered one of our “cute and cuddly” native animals? The roof, back or front yard in trees or on the fence are probably where you’d usually spot one of these creatures, especially a possum and generally at night as they scamper about. But one spot I wasn’t expecting to come across a furry Australian creature, was sitting in the arch of my car wheel. It’s definitely not your typical hiding spot for a possum and certainly not where I thought I’d find one on a sunny Sunday afternoon. I had taken my girls down to CREEC (Caboolture Regional Environmental Education Centre), a nice quick drive from home, so they could have a play and hopefully burn up some of their energy in the process! All was going perfectly well and as the sun was starting to drop (along with the temperature) I thought it was the right time to go home. We head back to the car and hop in. Before I had even put the key in the ignition, I noticed something sitting under my windscreen wiper with what appeared to be a message. On a folded up piece of paper towel were the words “There is a possum on top of your left front wheel. Be careful they bite. Good luck.”

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Now the first thing that popped into my head was that someone was playing a joke on me. You now the type where they’re sitting watching and waiting to laugh at you? So I cautiously looked around and slowly made my way around to the left side of my car like I was going to do something in the front passenger seat. It was no joke. Tucked up above the wheel and holding on tight, there was indeed a possum. You can probably imagine the words that wanted to escape my mouth, but with my children within earshot and wondering what was happening, I kept it PG. Well I did try and the girls were freaking out a little, so some calming was needed. In all honesty though, I had no idea what to do. Knowing that a lot of the wildlife in Australia isn’t exactly super friendly when approached, I wasn’t going to attempt to cuddle the possum with my bare hands. We all know how that would end and I would have had a lot of trouble physically writing my story. So I did what any good daughter would do, I called my dad. Before anyone throws it out there, yes I did attempt to start my car in the hope it might scare the possum away, but to no avail. I couldn’t move my car either as that would have resulted in a squished possum. No, that wasn’t an option. My dad came to my rescue but we were still unable to get the possum to move. What next? I’ve never encountered this problem before so the next thought was to call a wildlife rescue group. But where do you start? A quick Google search later and I found Wildlife Rescue Queensland. These guys cover the Moreton Bay Region and have a 24-hour emergency hotline (0478 901 801) that the public can reach them on if they come across injured wildlife. Their volunteers can help you out day or night. Perfect choice for me as night was beginning to set in!

They were amazing! Although my phone call proved to be an unusual case for them (apparently there is a first for everything!), a volunteer was sent out and she arrived in less than an hour. Although the possum had moved herself into a more precarious position further up into the wheel arch, Sharon took the utmost care to retrieve her. Within 20 minutes, the possum had scampered back into the bushes again and I was on my way home. I’m under no illusion this story could have had a completely different ending and I’m glad it didn’t come to that. It’s still a mystery how or why the possum found its way to my car that afternoon but it certainly did happen. I must admit I have learnt a little something from my experience. For one, there are still good people out there. I’d like to send a very big thank you to the lovely person who left the note on my windscreen. Without you, there could have been an entirely different outcome for both the possum and me. Secondly, I think every time I visit CREEC from now on, I’ll be checking above my car tyres before I leave! And lastly, I know what to do next time - I’m saving the phone number for Wildlife Rescue Queensland, because knowing my luck, I’ll probably need them again one day! For further information about Wildlife Rescue Queensland visit www.wrq. org.au.

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LANDSCAPE with Lawrie

Viewpoint

When we think of places of history and heritage, visions of old buildings from past times are always conjured up. However it is not often realised that landscapes can also have heritage value and interest, because of significant trees or vegetation, unique land forms and often panoramic views. Invariably they will be defined by geographical areas that have been modified and enhanced over time by people generally for economic or cultural purposes. Unique landscapes of great beauty can be found throughout the regions of the world, each individually express the successful interaction of human activity with nature to preserve the natural environment while also creating a bountiful community lifestyle. Many special landscapes reflect land uses that sustain the natural character and diversity. Others are influenced by strong human beliefs, artistic endeavours and traditional customs that all express a strong positive and sustainable relationship between people and nature. Places that protect living traditional cultures or preserve remnants of those that have disappeared are often called ‘Cultural Landscapes’. These significant landscapes are found in such diverse places as rugged mountains, coastal seascapes, expansive cultivation, amazing gardens, sacred places and even urban areas. Each one in their own unique way defines the creative talents, social development, imagination and spiritual

vitality of humanity. These two examples illustrate the diversity of the many Cultural Landscapes, inscribed on the World Heritage list. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – Central Australia This unique cultural landscape features spectacular geological formations that dominate the vast red sandy plain of central Australia which forms the basis of the traditional belief system of one of the oldest human societies in the world. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew – United Kingdom This internationally renowned cultural landscape established in 1759, has since preserved living examples of the most significant periods in the art of gardens and has made a significant and uninterrupted contribution to the study of plant diversity and economic botany. While not so grand as these two places, Moreton Bay boasts an important cultural landscape along the foreshore of Deception Bay – a good place to take a walk!

Pruning Hedges This trick will keep your hedge formal longer and reduce the frequency of when you need to prune. Notice that your hedge will develop upright ‘leading shoots’ which grow faster and more robust here and there well above the surface of the leaf canopy. Before you power up the hedger, use your secateurs to cut these rogue branches back to the main stem, deep in the foliage. This will create a dense mass of small branches all of equal vigour and consequently growing at the same rate.

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Queensland Garden Expo, Nambour July 9 – 11, 2021

Queensland Garden Expo is always a 'must see' for green thumbs and novice gardeners alike. Held in the Sunshine Coast hinterland town of Nambour, this three-day expo is Queensland's premier gardening event. Some of Australia's leading Gardening experts take part in three days of gardening lectures and workshops. www.qldgardenexpo.com.au

Plant of the Month: Wattles - Acacia Species

Our national floral emblem the Wattle paints our forests and gardens in the dramatic annual display of massed golden balls and flower spikes as the Acacia trees and shrubs signal the coming of spring. Every Australian should have at least one Acacia in their home garden and there are almost a thousand species to choose from! Those best suited to conditions in Moreton Bay include: Brisbane Wattle Acacia fimbriata, Zig Zag Wattle

Acacia Fimbriata Brisbane Wattle

Acacia macradenia and Silver Wattle Acacia podalryiifolia. Wattles are fast growing and very hardy, in fact they capture nitrogen from the air and store it in soil around their root zone which is one reason why they are so easy to grow and flower. Most are short lived but all enrich your garden in any season and attract wildlife as well.

Acacia Macradenia Zig Zag Wattle

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During his 40 year career as a Landscape Architect, Lawrie has designed amazing places like Roma Street Parkland & World Expo88, bringing the diversity and uniqueness of Australian native plants to the community. Do you have a question for Lawrie? Perhaps you would like to share your favourite walk? Email him via editor@featuremagazine.com.au.

A Good Place To Walk Captain Cook Foreshore & Bancroft Park, Deception Bay Take a leisurely stroll back through time following the ‘Heritage Walk’ along the Deception Bay foreshore, guided and informed by ten unique sculptural markers, each inspired by stories of local history and the marine environment. Plan to commence the walk at Beach Road and Joseph Crescent at high tide, and as you follow the 2.5 kilometre foreshore trail to the southern end of the Esplanade at Saltwater Drive, and watch the marine activity come to life progressively as the sand and mud flats are uncovered. Perhaps you have never realised the historic significance of Deception Bay? For the traditional owners the Gubbi Gubbi, the bay and wetlands were a treasure trove of nature for living on fresh seafood and fruits of the forests. Captain Cook did not investigate but sailed right past in 1770. When searching for a site for a new convict settlement in 1823, John Oxley thought the shallow waters were a river estuary hence he named it Deception Bay. He rescued two ex-convicts Pamphlet and Finnegan who had been ‘washed northwards by a cyclone’ from Sydney several years earlier. Subsequently the first penal colony in Queensland, was established in Redcliffe in 1824. Later that century the rich pastoral and agricultural farming lands of ‘The Bay’ attracted many free settlers. An interesting artefact is found along the beach at low tide in the northeast below Bancroft Park; two unusual baths were excavated out of the sandstone bedrock in the 1880’s by local Doctor Joseph Bancroft so his sick wife could bathe in saltwater hydrotherapy. The foreshore walkway takes you through several parks with remnants of the coastal environments and numerous species of trees, shrubs and ground covers that naturally thrive in these sandy, salty moist and exposed conditions. Including: Blue Gums, Cottonwood, Tuckeroo, Casuarina, and Paper Bark Tea Tree.

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Latest ATO Stats Hightlight the Significance of Depreciation Claims Words: BMT Tax Depreciation Quantity Surveyors

Figures released by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) last month show that depreciation remains the second largest tax deduction for property investors, according to BMT Tax Depreciation. The ATO reported that the highest tax deduction claimed by investors in the 2018/19 financial year was loan interest, with an average claim of $9,640. Next was depreciation, with an average claim of $3,885, followed by body corporate fees ($2,448), land tax ($1,931) and property agent fees ($1,281). Depreciation is the natural wear and tear of property and assets over time. According to Bradley Beer, Chief Executive Officer at BMT, it is the only non-cash tax deduction available to property investors. “Unlike other tax-deductible items like loan interest and fees, an investor doesn’t need to outlay any money to claim depreciation. And

claiming it can put thousands of dollars back in an investor’s pocket every year,” explained Bradley Beer. Depreciation can be claimed under two categories: capital works for a property’s structural component and fixed assets, and plant and equipment for the easily removable and mechanical assets. The ATO reported that the average depreciation claim was made up of $2,571 in capital works and $1,314 in plant and equipment deductions. Bradley Beer said that it comes as no surprise that the reported capital works claims came in higher than plant and equipment. “Capital works deductions usually make up 85 to 90 per cent of total depreciation claims that we see at BMT,” said Bradley Beer. “For FY 2018/19, the BMT average claim for capital works deduction and plant and equipment came to around $8,300. The

following financial year showed a similar result.” Mr Beer also said that property investors should remember that the cost of a tax depreciation schedule itself is tax deductible. “If you are an investment property owner, there are some very simple steps you can take to significantly reduce the tax you pay this tax time, one of which is prepaying expenses before June 30.” “Examples of expenses that can be prepaid include loan interest, levies and insurance. The cost of a tax depreciation schedule is another example,” said Bradley Beer. “Property investors should contact a specialist quantity surveyor who will conduct a physical site inspections when preparing the tax depreciation schedule. This ensures every depreciation deduction will be identified and claimed to its full potential,” he concluded.

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2% Home Loan Deposit for Eligible Single Parents

Are you a single parent? Have you always wanted to own a home but never really could save up the deposit? You can now buy a home with as little as a 2% deposit, with the new Family Home Guarantee scheme introduced in the current 2021 budget. From 1 July 2021, 10,000 Family Home Guarantees will be made available over four financial years and will provide eligible single parents with dependents the opportunity to build a new home or purchase an existing home with a deposit of 2 per cent, subject to the individual’s ability to service a home loan.

of less than $125,000. •

You have an annual taxable income

It would help if you were prepared for all of it. How can I be prepared?

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There is a limit of 10,000 guarantees over four years, so you may have to act early to benefit from the scheme.

The devil is in the details. That’s why it is a good idea to talk to a mortgage broker who is an expert at understanding these details.

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If you buy a home with a 2% deposit, there are chances of negative equity (i.e. when the loan is higher than the value of the property) if the property prices fall over the next few years. Negative equity can cause you problems if you would like to refinance or sell soon.

A mortgage broker will act in your best interest and provide you with the most suitable options. They are legally bound to do so as per the Best-Interests Duty act.

Who is eligible to qualify?

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Although interest rates are low right now, there is no guarantee that there won’t be a rise.

However, it’s not all rainbows and butterflies!

The government will act as a guarantor for up to 18% of the property price for those who qualify.

You can qualify if: • You are a separated or divorced single parent with dependent children.

You have at least a 2% deposit, which is $10,000 for a property worth $500,000.

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They will not only help you apply for the scheme but ensure that you’re getting the best deal from the bank as well.

There are other hidden costs besides the deposit, including stamp duty, which may be as much as 5% of the property price.

Judy is a first home buyer and single parent getting into the first home buyer market. She has always wanted to have her own home for her and her kids. She has around $15,000 in savings which she had received from a payout around 7 months ago. Purchase price: $350,000 Deposit: 2% = $7,000 Stamp Duty: First home buyers so no stamp duty applicable Costs: Allow $5,000 (legal fees, mortgage registration, rates adjustment, fees & other) No mortgage insurance applicable Loan Amount: $343,000

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Repayments @ 2.49% over 30 years = $1353 per month or $312 per week This was a great solution for Judy and meant her mortgage repayments are currently less than her current rental payments.

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LOSS

How senior females are finding solidarity in village lifestyle With females’ life expectancy outlasting that of men, more and more women are faced with the reality of living part of their senior years without their significant other. At a time of such major change, having the confidence to move on and find a new purpose in life can be a challenge. It’s no wonder then, that many single female seniors are seeking solidarity with their peers in a village atmosphere. Enjoying the companionship of like-minded people in the safety of a gated community, combined with the lifestyle benefits of a purpose-built village, are just some of the reasons an increasing number of senior women are finding solace at Oak Tree retirement villages. While making the move from the family home into a retirement living can seem daunting for many, the feeling can be amplified when you’re

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transitioning on your own. But the boutique size of our villages and the friendly atmosphere means you’ll be surrounded by ready friends who will quickly help you feel right at home. The beauty of Oak Tree is that you can live independently, but you’re not alone. There’s comfort knowing that our village manager or a friendly neighbour is never far away. Having a network of others in similar situations at the same phase of life can give you the confidence to socialise, try new hobbies, enjoy new experiences, and generally get out and enjoy life. For our female residents in particular, they find companionship amongst each other, providing new meaning to life, even after loss.

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SPORT

hitting into the deep Words: Sheree Hoddinett Photo: Lachie Millard

With a sparkle of silver and a glimmer of gold floating among players, Morayfield Underwater Hockey is already celebrating success in 2021. A handful of members from the club, who were fortunate enough to make it to the Australian Underwater Hockey Championships in Tasmania in April after a Queensland lockdown, were rewarded for their efforts in the form of silver and gold medals. To the club, it’s a token of recognition for the hard work all the players put in. In further kudos to Morayfield Underwater Hockey, their home base at Burpengary Regional Aquatic & Leisure Centre, is also the chosen spot for the upcoming state competition. L to R: Marco Roelfs, Janet Meyer, Steve Keegel

f you haven’t heard of underwater hockey before, don’t worry you aren’t alone. But surprisingly the sport is more popular than you realise and is also played on an international level. Morayfield Underwater Hockey came in to play back in 2003 and has had a steady flow of membership throughout that time. Club president Steve Keegel has been there since the beginning and speaks very highly of a sport he came across by chance. Introduced to underwater hockey by a friend, Steve hasn’t looked back and says it’s a game for people of all skill and fitness levels as water is a great equaliser. “It’s one of those sports where you can really get into it,” he says. “The hardest part is it’s a skill, a learning exercise. I don’t think there’s anything harder than the perceived parts of holding your breath and exercising at the same time. There’s no dangers to playing the sport, no risks, it’s really the opposite.” If you’re wondering how the game works, it’s a similar idea to field hockey, but with the different element of water. Players wear comfortable swimming gear, a mask, snorkel, fins, a glove and head gear both for the extra element of protection (just in case) and to identify their team. The biggest difference between the field version and the water one is the hockey stick, which is only 30cm in length for the underwater game along with a weighted puck allowing play to take place on the bottom of the pool.

those from our club) managed to go in the end, jumping on a flight pretty much right after lockdown ended and headed for Tasmania,” he says. “Due to the tight nature of getting there, there was no time for proper warm ups, it was just get in and see what you can do. But we had success anyway. We placed 2nd for the Queensland Masters team and the U15s team came home with gold for their division. It was a pretty good result given that we almost didn’t get there.” With a broad range of members (aged from 11 up to the more mature members over 60) Steve says it’s a sport that creates an opportunity for families to play together on a club level and also provides a social platform for people to get to know each other. “The clubs are typically small and that makes a different environment to a larger based club where you really only get to know your teammates,” he says. “But in our environment you have your teammates and they have their family and basically it’s more of a social aspect of being in the club. You get to travel to places that otherwise you may not get to visit. “It’s also a game where the whole family can join in and be within the same team. I don’t think there is a large number of sports where

the child and the parent can play on the same team and in the same game. We quite often have 3 father/son combinations weekly.” Upcoming competitions will be played in Cairns, the Gold Coast, Brisbane and of course Morayfield with the State Championship to be hosted at Burpengary Regional Aquatic & Leisure Centre in October. Morayfield Underwater Hockey meet every Tuesday and Thursday night 6.30pm - 8pm at the Burpengary Regional Aquatic & Leisure Centre. They happily welcome new members or those wanting to try the sport. Before you can play you’ll need to register your interest for insurance purposes. A number of new players have joined since the centre open day held in January. They are also working with Moreton Bay Regional Council as part of the Healthy Active Moreton Program to run “Have a Go” sessions held every second Saturday, July to December. You can make contact with the club via their Facebook page Morayfield Underwater Hockey, phone 0402 051 520 or email morayfielduwh@ gmail.com.

“The puck can get airborne if flicked,” Steve says. “That’s how you get your distance and height and pass to teammates. Underwater hockey is one of the only 3-dimensional sports, because you can do things like “jump over” people or swim over them and move around. It creates quite a competitive atmosphere, even just at our club nights.” While only a small group managed to make it to the National Championships earlier this year thanks to COVID and Queensland’s lock down lifting right before go-time, Steve said it was quite an achievement to secure medals.

2021 QLD Players from MUWH at the championships in Tasmania.

L to R: Steve Keegel, Ethan Pregnell-Hyland, Bruce Waldron. Photo Contributed

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MARINE & AUTO

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Quintrex 450 Fishabout Review

It’s hard to conjure up an image of the most versatile boat on the market, but the Quintrex 450 Fishabout could quite easily be it. There are hundreds of Quintrex 450 Fishabouts on the water every weekend all over Australia. The 4.5 metre vessel is both user friendly and able to be stowed and towed in most garages with almost any family vehicle. Built on the revolutionary Blade Hull, the softest and driest aluminium hull on the market gives the Fishabout platform its versatility. With a classic runabout set up, the boat can be used for family boating, fishing or more active pursuits. It’s capable in the smooth inland bays and estuaries, but tough enough for the busy harbours. The Fishabout has been around for decades and has changed markedly since those first models rolled off the press at the factory. Quintrex has been able to keep pace with the demands of their customers and in most cases, led and revolutionised the construction and build quality of all aluminium boats regardless of brand. The Boat: While the model is designated a Fishabout, that by no means is all you can do with it. With a length of 4.61 metres and a beam of 2.1 metres, there is a feast of onboard space. It is one of, if not the largest 450 on the market. You can fish in comfort. But more leisurely activities are also on the cards. Cruise a waterway with friends or find a secluded bay for some rest and relaxation away from the crowds. Towing inflatables is also a real possibility. The design features a small bow area with an anchor well surrounded by low profile rails. Both are standard on this model. Quintrex use a stylish three-piece windscreen, with inbuilt grab rail, to separate the bow area from the cockpit. Access forward is through the centre screen which folds outwards. It ensures you stay in the boat while accessing the anchor. An important safety point on the Quintrex 450 Fishabout. The owner of this 450 Fishabout had a full set of quality clears added by Brisbane Yamaha’s in house trim department. It’s an addition I would

make too. It offers extra protection in the cockpit from the sun and the wind. Particularly when anchored up chasing the owners favourite fish, the whiting. It also keeps you dry if the weather moves in. The dashboard design employed by Quintrex in the 450 Fishabout is incredibly car-like and extends across the whole boat. The steering wheel is located to the starboard side while the passenger side has a small recess moulded into the dash for wallets and keys. There is a shelf moulded in above the recess. Under the dash is a small amount of storage with a welded bulkhead to stop items sliding out at your feet. The owner has twin Yamaha gauges located to the right of the wheel with a Lowrance unit up top. Alongside that is a GME radio. The space here isn’t large but a 9-inch multi-function display on a topside mount should fit if you are looking for a larger screen option. Bear in mind that the larger you go, the more it will impede access to the bow. In the cockpit proper, you will find a rear bench seat and side pockets for storage. The rear bench can be removed or moved up to about halfway in the cockpit, allowing it to double as a seat if you are fishing out the back. It is a crafty design and one that shows the length Quintrex go to in the research and development phase of any aluminium boat they build. Either side of the Yamaha outboard are boarding platforms providing easy access back into the boat after a dip. The model we tested was also painted in Quintrex’s own 5-layer paint process. You can also purchase this boat unpainted. Power: The boat as tested was fitted out by Brisbane Yamaha and they chose to add the ever popular Yamaha F60 to the back. This is the engine size to fit to the 450 Fishabout. If you are looking to save a few dollars, you can go as low as a Yamaha F40. The F60 is a favourite for both commercial and everyday users alike. It

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is incredibly popular. Built on a four-cylinder platform using Yamaha’s Multi-Point Fuel Injection System it is smooth with impressive power and torque. Yamaha claim it has the best fuel economy in its class. It will push the Quintrex 450 Fishabout to speeds around 50 kilometres per hour. Performance: The appeal of this package is the ease of which it goes about its business. The Blade Hull is soft riding; comfortable and efficient. The hull is quickly on the plane with the Yahama F60 and it slices through bay conditions with ease. This is the same hull as used on some of the larger offshore fishing boats so it’s no surprise it rides so well. The Quintrex hull is built like no other aluminium hull. They use stretch form technology to create unique angles that no one else can emulate. The Blade Hull as a result is more than capable in all conditions. It also gives a positive and solid feel on water. We tested the Quintrex 450 Fishabout in relatively calm conditions, but you can see that the hull design throws any spray well clear of the boat. It does this whether you are heading in a straight line or tight turn. The boat also tracks straight due to the incorporated keel. When you decide to anchor up to fish, the stability produced by the Quintrex Blade Hull is there in spades, always delivering a stable feeling. It makes moving about whether idle or drifting an easy process. At not stage are you praying to find the nearest grab rail which are there none the less, just in case you need them. Tow Vehicle: Versatility comes in many forms for the 450 Fishabout and the ability to tow it with almost any family car is one of the reasons it is so popular. The whole package weighs around 850 kilograms on the Quintrex aluminium trailer. Any family car such as a Toyota or Mazda sedan could even tow this one.

Construction: Aluminum Length Overall: 4.61m Beam: 2.10m Max hp: 60hp Construction: Topsides 1.6mm Bottom 3.0mm Capacity: 5 people Weight on trailer: approx 850kgs Engine as tested: Yamaha F60hp Four Stroke Fuel Capacity: 50 litres

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