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CONTENTS THIS MONTH
ON THE COVER
Rocking The Stage:
With an influential sound and awesome potential for stardom, local rock band Pelican Moon show they have the skills to be on stage. Page 14
Beauty Made Better for Mums with Bubs:
There is a new Beauty salon in North lakes embracing self-care to a genuinely new level while promoting a real sense of community as their vision for today's mums. Page 16
Hitting The Ground Running :
With success on national and international levels, Karley Banks is coming home to coach at Caboolture Touch. Page 18
Making A Difference:
The Pine Rivers VIEW Club provides a platform for women to network and build friendships in the community. Page 30
Good Signs Ahead For Eagles:
Despite a wet start to the season, it’s blue skies on the horizon for Narangba Eagles FC. Page 36
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Two Jobs Plus Study Pays Off For New Engineer As a 14-year-old adjusting to Australia after moving from the small Pacific island of Niue, Douglas Tukutama had never pictured his future as an engineer. But recently the Deception Bay resident graduated with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) from USC Australia after a long and very busy few years of hard work. “As well as studying full time, I was balancing two jobs in Brisbane, one creative side business and something of a social life,” said Douglas, who also worked as a USC student ambassador for a time. “If I wasn’t at uni, I was working.” Like most New Zealand citizens who haven’t lived in Australia long enough to get a student loan, Douglas was required to pay for his courses up front, a challenge he says was rewarding because it was an “investment in the future”.
Sunshine Coast and back, to just working around the corner. Douglas is one of thousands who graduated from USC Australia in a series of ceremonies for those who completed degrees in both 2019 and 2020. “It was awesome, and I enjoyed all of my lectures,” he said. “It was definitely not easy, but it was interesting. Every semester was different to the semester before. The overall approach to how USC did the degree was near perfect.
Deception Bay State High School. One of his sisters has graduated from university in Brisbane. And recently it was his turn to cross the stage at USC to receive his degree. “I’m just so fortunate to have my family to celebrate with me and not do it online,” he said. “Mum and Dad were probably my biggest supporters.”
“The transition from high school to university was also streamlined because instead of going from a classroom to a massive lecture theatre, the classes were smaller, so it felt familiar.” Douglas is now keen to take everything he learned to live and work in the Moreton Bay community, and possibly study mechatronics more deeply in future, now that the USC Moreton Bay campus had opened.
And now his hard work has paid off, with a Moreton Bay-based company Universal Civil Contracting employing him as a Contract Administrator.
“I don’t see myself living anywhere else. I love the region. Working in the city for three years solidified the fact that city life wasn’t for me,” he said.
“I managed to find a job five minutes from my house, so I’ve gone from commuting up to three hours per day to Brisbane and the
Douglas and his family moved from Niue in 2013, which he described as a “massive culture shock”. But he says he settled in quickly at
Aussie-First Program Makes Students Water-Wise Primary schools across Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa are the first in Australia to take part in a new theatreinspired water education program. Unitywater is delivering the local adaptation of the program through Smart Approved WaterMark and Gibber Educational as part of its drought response. Aligned to the Australian Curriculum, Walter Smart and Friends is a 40-minute high energy performance about water use and waste, featuring original music and songs, bold costumes, comedy and multimedia.
informed choices about how they use and conserve water during times of drought and especially coming into the drier winter season.”
The biggest thing is how much of a difference individuals can make and how small things add up,” she said.
Gibber performer Phoebe Tweddle said it was really rewarding performing in a show that had such an important message behind it.
The performer said it was clear speaking to the students after the performance that they’ve gone on an educational journey about water conservation.
“It’s great to work with young people and really instil those good habits at the start,” she said. The performer said although the show was designed for children, there were watersaving tips she was re-learning just from being involved.
The pilot program is being delivered to 20 schools in Unitywater’s catchment and the whole school can enjoy the performance.
“You can just really see that it’s all sinking in and that they’re taking in this information and it’s just such a great way to give the information,” she said. “Having it through song and through dance, that kind of repetition
Unitywater Executive Manager Customer and Community Katherine Gee said she hoped the program would provide the next generation with information about water conservation in a fun and entertaining way, inspiring them to use it wisely. “We’re proud to pioneer this new approach to getting children excited about the water cycle and conservation, and empower them to use what they need and never waste it,” she said. “We hope they’ll take their learnings home and pass on some good water saving reminders to their parents, carers and friends. “We know that knowledge is power, so with delivery of this education program we’re working to enable everyone to make more
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Women’s National Championships Head to Moreton Bay The Harvey Norman Women’s National Championships made a welcome return to the Rugby League calendar when it kicks off last month in the Moreton Bay Region. Around 300 of Australia’s future female stars staked their claim for NRLW selection as well as a place in the Under-19 State of Origin sides. Moreton Bay Regional Council worked with the National Rugby League (NRL) to bring together 14 teams from around the country together, with Mayor Peter Flannery welcoming athletes, officials and spectators from to the region. NRL General Manager – Player Pathways and Jillaroos Coach Brad Donald said the Championships was an extremely important development opportunity for the women’s game. “This tournament is a significant step in our national female pathways strategy, and an opportunity for all participants to gain further selection and acknowledgement along our pathways,” Mr Donald said. Jillaroos, Maroons and Brisbane Broncos player Julia Robinson, said she understood the importance of the event to uncover the game’s emerging talent having played her first Rugby League match for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) team at the 2018 National Championships.
myGovID is an app that can be used to prove who you are when accessing government online services. ATO systems, myGov, and myGovID have not been compromised. ATO Assistant Commissioner Ben Foster said this new phishing scam contains classic warning signs that it is not legitimate, for example, asking people to click a link to confirm their details and spelling errors. “The ATO and myGov does send emails and SMS messages, however will never send you an email or SMS with a hyperlink directing you to a login page for our online services,” Mr Foster said. “In the lead up to tax time, we expect to see more of these malicious attempts to harvest identity details. So we encourage everyone to be on alert and take the time to remind family and friends to be on the lookout and stay safe online.” Mr Foster confirmed that this scam was all about collecting personal information from victims rather than gaining access to live information via myGov or myGovID.
Services Australia General Manager Hank Jongen said scams were becoming more sophisticated, and people should be wary of emails asking for identity documents or personal identifying information. “If you’ve opened an email that looks suspicious, don’t click any links, open any attachments or reply to it,” Mr Jongen said. “If you‘ve received the suspicious email and provided your myGov sign in information you should take immediate action. “Change your myGov password and if you’ve provided your banking details, contact your bank. “If you’re still concerned and require extra support you can call Services Australia’s Scams and Identity Theft Helpdesk on 1800 941 126. “Staff will be able to give you advice on what to do if you’ve been scammed, and connect you with identity recovery services.” Mr Jongen said the Helpdesk is open Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm AEST. If you receive an SMS or email that looks like it’s from myGov, but it contains a link or appears suspicious, you can report it to ScamWatchExternal Link. Lists of the latest ATO and Services Australia scam alerts and more information about how to identify and report impersonation scams are available at ato.gov.au/scams and servicesaustralia. gov.au/scamsExternal Link.
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“Without this event, I may never have had the opportunity to be seen and go on to play for my state and country.
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“I am always excited to see new talent on show.”
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“This gave me an opportunity to get signed by the Brisbane Broncos, where I went onto play in the first year of the NRLW,” Robinson said.
This year’s tournament included 14 teams from around Australia, including Northern Territory, South Australia, Western Australia, Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and the Australian Defence Force. For the first time in the history of the event an Indigenous Invitational side will take part – the First Nations Gems.
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The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and Services Australia are warning the community about a new email impersonation scam that is doing the rounds. The fake emails claim to be from “myGov” and include screen shots of the myGovID app. The email asks people to click a link to verify their identity using a “secure form” which takes them to a fake myGov page requesting personal identifying information and banking details.
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Moreton Says: Your Region, Your Say, Your Survey Your new Moreton Bay Regional Council is continuing to do things differently, today launching an unprecedented community engagement program to better inform Council’s decision making processes. Mayor Peter Flannery said the ‘Moreton Says’ initiative would be an ongoing commitment to helping ensure the actions of Council were aligned with the values of the region’s many different communities. “Last year was all about our pandemic response so this year I want to kick things up a notch by asking you - the people who live, work and play in Moreton Bay Region - to take the lead on how Council can improve to better serve you,” Mayor Flannery said. “The ‘Moreton Says’ survey will be the largest community engagement exercise we’ve ever undertaken and unlike anything we’ve ever done before. “We’ve committed to three years’ worth of ongoing engagement to ensure everything
we do reflects the priorities of our community - from planning regulations and environmental protections, to investments in local lifestyle and recreation opportunities.
“You simply cannot take a ‘one size fits all’ approach in a region the size of Moreton Bay, so make sure your voice is included in this landmark research piece.
“Everything is on the table and we’re open to all suggestions, so jump online and make your voice heard loud and clear!
“The survey is completely confidential, so you can be brutally honest. We are literally putting the future of our region in your hands.”
“Most of our policy work to date has been in response to calls from our community, like the new Environment Land Buyback program to protect strategic habitats from development and preserve them for native wildlife.
The initial ‘Anchor Survey’ is now open through to 5pm Sunday 13 June 2021.
“We also launched our new Regional Economic Development Strategy, following calls about needing to create more local jobs so people don’t have to commute into the city.
Since January 1, 100 people have died as a result of traffic crashes in Queensland; 21 lives more than the same time last year. Road Policing Command Acting Chief Superintendent Ray Rohweder said this grim milestone was a timely reminder to all drivers of their responsibilities while on the road. “In less than five months we have seen 100 people lose their lives on our roads, that means the lives of hundreds of people here in Queensland across dozens of communities will never be the same,” Acting Chief Superintendent Rohweder said. “While our officers are doing all we can to keep motorists safe, road safety is a shared responsibility.
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“But the ‘Moreton Says’ research piece is designed to delve deeper, to give us a clearer understanding of the unique priorities of our residents and the different demographics that live in our many distinct communities.
100 Lives Lost on Queensland Roads With Queensland reaching a grim milestone of 100 lives lost on the state’s roads since the start of the year, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) is using National Road Safety Week as a reminder to motorists to slow down and consider the risks before getting behind the wheel.
It’s not only available online, you can pick up a printed copy from any Council Library or Customer Service Centre or simply call: 1300 477 161.
“Disappointingly, our road toll remains much higher than the same time in previous years.” Of the 100 lives lost on Queensland roads this year, 28 were motorcyclists, 41 were drivers and 20 were passengers.
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A 28-year-old Woodridge woman caught driving a ute at 114 kilometres per hour in a 70 zone on Kingston Road, Woodridge. The woman was fined $1,245.
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A 56-year-old Maroochydore man was allegedly caught driving with a breath alcohol concentration of 0.205. He was charged with dangerous driving and driving under the influence of liquor or a drug.
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A motorcyclist captured on CCTV allegedly riding at 165 kilometres per hour in an 80 zone while in the Legacy Way Tunnel, Kelvin Grove. He was also allegedly captured using his mobile while riding. Police investigations are ongoing.
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A 29-year-old Jimboomba man caught riding a motorcycle at 141 kilometres per hour in an 80 zone on the Mount Lindesay Highway in Greenbank. The man was fined $1,245.
Seven pedestrians, one pillion passenger and three cyclists have also died in serious crashes since the start of the year. Acting Chief Superintendent Rohweder said Queensland’s road roll significantly contributed towards the national total of about 1,200 lives per year. “This National Road Safety Week, we are asking all drivers to remember the fatal five, speeding, drink and drug driving, lack of seatbelts, fatigue and distracted driving,” he said. “These factors have a direct consequence on your life and those around you, as well as emergency responders.” Go to roadsafetyweek.com.au and take the pledge to driver so others survive.
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FEDERAL BUDGET SUPPORTS LONGMAN RECOVERY PLAN
Longman continues to benefit from the Liberal and Nationals Government’s record infrastructure investment, with funding for major new projects announced in this week’s Federal Budget.
Grants Open for Business to Bounce Back Better Queensland’s small and medium businesses can now apply for grants of up to $50,000 to help them grow and create jobs. Minister for Employment and Small Business Di Farmer said $2.5 million of Business Growth Fund grants will help established businesses to get to the next level.
Key projects to be funded include: • $10 million for the Caboolture – Bribie Island Road (Hickey Road-King John Creek) Upgrade. • Bruce Highway - Caboolture-Bribie Island Road to Steve Irwin Way ($50 million allocation) • Deception Bay Road Interchange Upgrade ($24,958,400 allocation) • D'Aguilar Highway - Caboolture to Yarraman ($2.2 million allocation; total cost: 19 million) • North Brisbane Bruce Highway Western Alternative business case ($1 million allocated)
“The Business Growth Fund grants are the first in a package of $25 million of new grants unveiled as part of Queensland Small Business Month,” Ms Farmer said.
Federal Member for Longman Terry Young said these projects will make local roads safer, improve public transport, reduce travel times and support thousands of jobs.
“Small businesses have told us our grants have helped them survive the impacts of COVID-19 and we have listened to structure the new grants program based on direct feedback from thousands of small business owners,” Ms Farmer said.
“The Federal Government’s record funding commitment is creating jobs, boosting business investment, while securing Australia’s COVID recovery,” Mr Young said. “These initiatives will enhance transport connectivity, underpin economic growth and help Queenslanders get home sooner and safer. “I’m particularly pleased to get $10 million to upgrade Bribie Island Road between Hickey Road and King John Creek. “This is something I've been working to secure for around 18 months and I'm delighted to have now got it over the line. “It is a significant upgrade and along with improvements at Old Toorbul Point Rd, will help reduce traffic congestion, improve safety and support local jobs during its construction. “The Federal Budget continues the Government’s agenda to improve high-priority roads such as this, essential to the movement of people and freight to support the region’s economic development. “This record infrastructure spend sees the Government stepping up its economic response to continue Queensland’s recovery to the COVID-19 pandemic.”
“The package also includes new programs, Business Basics and Business Boost, which will open for applications later this month and next financial year.” The Minister said the State Government’s investment of a further $25 million in grants is a response to the feedback received from the state-wide Small Business Roadshow and an online survey.
“We know that small businesses across Queensland are at distinctly different stages, and that’s why our new support programs reflect this, and will deliver additional funding to ensure more businesses bounce back better.
The Minister said in response to feedback from the small business sector, there will be more assistance with the application process and greater lead in time after the release of criteria for each grant program allowing small business owners time to plan and prepare. “A new requirement for the Business Growth Fund is that applicants have a mentoring session to support them to fully explore their business proposition and how best to take bold steps for their future,” Ms Farmer said. “This is to support the businesses to ensure that this program can help position them for success. “The Business Growth Fund aims to help evolving small and medium sized businesses to buy highly specialised equipment to accelerate growth opportunities. “We want to make it as easy as possible for more businesses to apply for the $25 million in grants on offer over the next two years. “As a result we have simplified and streamlined application processes for small businesses.” To learn more about the grants and how to apply visit the Business Queensland website - www.business.qld.gov.au or call 1300 654 687.
Found Watch, Burpengary
Police are looking for the rightful owner of this watch that was found on the Bruce Highway northbound between Uhlmann Road and the service station.
It was located on February 6 by emergency services attending an incident and did not belong to anyone involved. As time ticks by, we are hoping for your help to track down the person who is missing it. If you believe you are the owner or have information that can assist, please contact police.
Please contact the Burpengary Property Office on 3491 2409 between 8am and 4pm Monday to Friday. Please note that proof of ownership will be required to claim the watch. If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting. Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
The Australian Government looks forward to working constructively with the Queensland Government to deliver this infrastructure, supporting jobs and businesses right across Queensland. For more information in Queensland visit infrastructure.gov.au
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Maree Carl
Making Funerals Heartfelt Words: Sandra Conte
It has been 35 years since Maree Carl moved from her home in Taranaki, New Zealand, to settle as a committed Queenslander, where she has simultaneously pursued a career and put down family roots. Living in the great southeast, mainly at Caboolture and more recently Deception Bay, Maree has enjoyed the diverse, yet somehow connected, roles of nurse, then paramedic, followed by funeral director, all the while raising five (now adult) children. So why the career shifts? Maree explains, “I think it is important to be available and present to the needs of others in whatever role I take on. Where I see that not happening, then I want to make a difference, I guess I’d call myself a ‘responsible rebel’. It was the reason I became a nurse then paramedic and funeral director”. Maree recounts, “As a 16-year old I witnessed my once strong, dairy-farming grandfather in hospital battling lung cancer, too weak to feed himself with no one in the hospital able to do more than leave an unopened tub of yoghurt and spoon in front of him. I was horrified to find him hungry but too weak to help himself and from that moment resolved to be a nurse to provide the care patients really needed and deserved”. Having fulfilled her aim of graduating as a nurse, Maree took a 12-month working holiday to Australia in 1986 and stayed. While working as a nurse, she experienced the work of a Medivac team which Maree explains, “gave me a taste of the adrenaline rush of a Paramedic and quickly turned to my next ambition. However, I was promptly told they did not employ female paramedics. This only made me more determined to push the boundaries and prove to them I would not only be a great officer but a terrific addition to their team”. Maree fulfilled this desire to find “the guidance and lifetime friendships that were forged being part of that team have been a big part of creating the person I am today. It was the best job in the world, until having children. That has been and always will be my greatest achievement in life. I worked off and on over a number of years, but the pull to be a full-time mum saw me walk away from the service when my last child was born in 2002.” Fast forward to 2009, and Maree returned to New Zealand when her 17-year-old niece died of Meningococcal C. Maree recalls this sad time as being formative, “The care given to her and the time they allowed and encouraged us to spend with her at home over a number of days was invaluable to the family and her school friends. It gave us time to feel every emotion possible around her loss. By the time the Funeral Director arrived to take her to her service and burial, everyone was in a place of peace and acceptance. It was still extremely sad and heartbreaking, but felt as if everything that had to be said was said.”
So how did Heartfelt Funerals come about? Maree explains that “It didn’t take me long to realise that I didn’t fit the mould of a traditional funeral director and was told, ‘Your morals, work standards and expectations of others are too high’. A past superior also said that ‘If you don’t like how things are done here, then go and start your own business’. That is why I am where I am right now, and I thank that person for giving me that drive to do it myself, my way, where families will always come first. I have finally found exactly where I want to stay in my career, pledging heartfelt support and exacting standards to families, and it is why I created the business slogan ‘where families come first’.” When asked what the best qualities people should look for in a funeral director are, Maree readily unpacks her response, “That’s easy - communication, creativity, courage and curiosity. Good communication rests on great listening skills, while creativity means providing options and sources for meaningful choices and unique ways to celebrate a loved one’s life other than current cultural expectations. The capability to provide the celebration of a lifetime brings value to the ceremony. Part of these final touches can be found in our showcase of highquality ephemeral options, many from local artisans, to complement the farewell. We also value connecting with and supporting the local community and businesses this way. Morally, it’s just the right thing to do!” Elaborating further, Maree states that courage is about being face-to-face (rather than only behind a desk) to serve families in an empathetic manner. Curiosity means we encourage people to come to us with things that may be outside of others’ comfort zones so we might provide space for a family’s desire to provide an inspired farewell for their loved one”.
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Funeral and Farewell Tips 1. Letting your family know your final wishes well in advance does not mean you will fall off your perch. It’s just about getting your ducks in a row. 2. Take your time, don’t feel rushed. There is no urgency with decision making. Make sure your funeral di-rector is very clear on your wishes. 3. Ask a lot of questions. There is never a silly question when arranging a loved one’s farewell. Nothing’s off the table for discussion with us. 4. Find the fit of the funeral company that suits the family. It’s important to feel a connection. 5. Celebrant or Clergy? A good fit is important as you only get to do it once.
Maree’s parting point is poignant. “I wish for people to have no regrets - if I could stress one thing, it would definitely be don’t rush any decisions, there’s plenty of time to sit, think and chat. People sometimes regret afterwards not viewing their loved one. Many find this such an incredibly healing part of the grieving process that they won’t realise until it has happened. It is a personal choice, but we are literally here to guide people through this if they wish - living alongside the charming chapel at Deception Bay Road, since 2019, we are available 24/7 and wouldn’t have it any other way”. Leaving the quaint roadside chapel, Maree Carl’s words of wisdom ring clear from the experiences she has shared of her chosen career path as nurse, paramedic and funeral director; certainly, it makes one feel to have been in the presence of a community ‘change maker’.
The chapel was moved here on Deception Bay Road from behind the Royal Brisbane Hospital in about 1992 and has been used as a funeral chapel. It was dedicated to a James Francis Murray (1924-1995) as a Memorial Chapel on the 15th December 1999. Apart from viewings and funerals, Heartfelt Funerals has used the Chapel for craft group meet-ups, grief night evenings, a high tea, photoshoots, a paint ‘n’ sip party and a staff Christmas dinner. It s hope it will be booked for weddings, parties, yoga etc., in the future based on local community needs, and Maree is open to hearing event ideas. A lovely lawn area at the back of the chapel also provides space for outdoor services and events. Maree would love to hear from anyone with further information on the Chapel’s history.
This moving experience around losing her niece, along with Maree’s father’s passing several years later in New Zealand, cemented her desire to pursue a career in the funeral industry. Maree explains, “The Funeral company was all too willing to allow us to send Dad off in the way he would have wanted, with his gumboots on, in the back of my brother’s old rusty farm ute”. Maree went on to work for two large Funeral companies, finding satisfaction in assisting families through such a sad and emotional time in their lives but, again, felt the need to make some incremental changes in what was being offered.
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Rocking the Stage
The members of Pelican Moon
Words: Sheree Hoddinett Photos: Chris Shor, 8PIX
Young and full of ambition with loads of talent mixed in, Pelican Moon is ready to rock its way to the top. Made up of Portia Dodd (vocals/guitar), Mitchell Kenny (guitar), Jake Sanders (guitar/vocals), Daniel Fallis (drums) and Casey Richards (Bass), Pelican Moon have a sound and style (not to mention their unusual name) that set them apart from other bands in today’s music scene. Through their music, you can experience a mixture of rock, psychedelic, old school, Aussie punk and much more. This year is already looking promising for this dynamic five-some. In February, their first song Young Times was listed on Triple J Unearthed, and they also released their first EP. What initially started as playing music with mates in a garage in Narangba eventually morphed into what is now known as Pelican Moon. Guitarist Jake Sanders and drummer Daniel Fallis were linked by a mutual connection - Daniel’s older brother. After discovering they both played an instrument, they decided to belt out some tunes together. “I play the guitar, and Dan was playing the drums, so we thought it would be good to jam some time,” Jake says. “Eventually, we decided we should make something out of it, and the search began to find other members. We could have gone the same path as The White Stripes and just had a drummer and a guitarist, but at the time, I couldn’t sing, and I couldn’t play while singing to save my life. So we needed a singer, another guitarist for rhythm and other lead music and we needed a bassist. Over the next year or so, we started assembling the team and then jumped into writing songs.” Fast forward a couple of years, and Pelican Moon have found their rhythm, working together to write songs and line up gigs. They give off a casual, laidback vibe, but the whole group is very passionate about their music. With influences including the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Wolfmother, Foo Fighters and Tame Impala, just to name a few,
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their performances often provide an eclectic range of music. They credit their parents for their broad and varied musical upbringing. “For myself, Jake and Dan, our parents really drilled into us all the older music with the ’70s and 80’s bands,” Mitchell says. Things are a little different for Portia, who grew up listening to RnB. Rock music has inevitably become a part of her life now, although she admits she still doesn’t know a lot of the cover songs the band plays. “It’s so different coming into a rock band because I come from a family of rappers,” she says. “They all rap and we go into a studio and make a whole bunch of RnB tracks, and then I’ll be listening to songs that we (the band) have to do as covers, and I’ll be like I’ve never heard of this song before. I really like all the classic stuff; I’m just not used to it. But at the same time, I have no clue what I’m doing; I’m just winging it.” Band names are often out there, so it’s no surprise these guys have a name that’s a bit different. “It sounded cool,” Jake says. “We wanted something that was sort of unique, that wasn’t too cheesy, that wasn’t overdone or pretentious sounding - we didn’t want to sound like a rip off of another band’s name. “Mitchell came up with the idea; he’d noticed the trend with a lot of Aussie band names where they take two sorts of random words, a verb and noun, and just put them together. “Pelican Moon is something we all just settled on,” Portia adds. “For a while, we were calling ourselves Third Illusion and a few other names, but this one stuck.” When it comes to writing songs, it’s a complete band effort, combining everyone’s musical attributes and influences into each song.
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“We don’t have a single person that writes all the songs,” Mitchell says. “We all have different influences because we listen to slightly different music. Portia is into hip hop and RnB; Dan and I listen to heavier stuff, and Jake is the classic music, so all of it just melds together. We’ll have a riff that one of us likes, and we’ll sit there and jam it and try to build it up from that. There’s no real methodical way to do it; we just do it and see what happens.” “I think that’s one of our strongest attributes; we all play a part in the writing of our set,” Jake adds. “As Mitch said, we all have different influences, but it generally could start off as a rock song and end up as something completely different or even a completely different flavour depending on what comes in.” With no gig playing in 2020 thanks to COVID, Pelican Moon’s plan for this year is to play as many gigs as they can line up and get their music out there. They can practice for up to 4 hours, two days a week, while mixing in life, jobs and studying. So with all that mixed together, they have a method for remembering songs while on stage. “Muscle memory. It sounds silly, but I generally have the worst memory; I forget so much stuff,” Portia says. “It’s easy to forget when you’re on stage - you have people yelling in front of you and lots going on around you, so you might not remember which verse is coming up. I’ve learnt to get into a habit like muscle memory, and it really makes a difference.” “Practicing for 4 hours at a time helps too,” Jake says. “We want to be able to go out there and enjoy the atmosphere too and still put on a good show.” Pelican Moon will be hitting the stage on July 17 at the Greaser Bar in Fortitude Valley. For more information and upcoming gigs, jump on to the Pelican Moon Facebook page.
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Beauty Made Better for Mums with Bubs Words: Wendy Laimant
There is a new Beauty salon in North lakes embracing self-care to a genuinely new level while promoting a real sense of community as their vision for today's mums. The beauty salon proposes a wide range of beauty services to its clients, inviting mums to enjoy the complimentary childminding available in the sizeable engaging creche in the salon itself. Upstairs, a lounge area with complimentary hot beverages is welcoming clients after their treatments to linger in and get to know one another. The salon also runs free morning playgroup sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays every week for a chance to meet new mums, catch up with friends over a hot tea or coffee while the little one's play in the creche supervised by a qualified creche attendant. Ashleigh Kapper, owner and creator of Bubs and Beauty salon, has been active in the beauty industry for nine years and advocates the importance of community and self-care for all mums. "Over the years working with clients, I saw the difficulties for busy parents in scheduling appointments for themselves. Their children always come first, and parents in return don't always make time for themselves. I also grew up being very aware of the existent mum guilt and the lack of self-care a parent can easily experience." Ashleigh declared. The creche available at Bubs and Beauty is a
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very light and spacious space, providing many engaging play opportunities for little ones of different ages. An added room with a cot and a changing table allows the younger one to sleep in a safe and nurturing closed in space if needed. The vast and open creche is set downstairs; Upstairs, each beauty room has its own window looking down on the play area if clients wish to see their little ones at play. "Mums really like being able to peek out on their child. Seeing the kids playing and laughing relaxes them even more," explained Ashleigh. Caring for the children is a qualified creche attendant, Jessica Haywood that is also a mum herself. With the different age developmental needs of children in mind, Jessica and Ashleigh planned and designed the creche to ensure all was thought about for the safety and wellbeing of the many children that would come and play. Ashleigh's family took part in supporting and helping this unique idea and vision to materialise; it was a business built by a family for the wellbeing of many families in the community. It is true what they say; it does take a village to raise a child.
Ashleigh manages the salon, ensuring all runs smoothly between the creche, the beauty salon, customers booking in, and behind the scene work. The many services available at Bubs and beauty includes a wide range of treatments; Hairdressing, Pedicures and manicures, Massage, facials, Peels and Microdermabrasion, Cosmetic Injectables, Brow and lashes care. "Wherever you are a mum or not, you can't pour from an empty cup. The better you look after yourself, the more you can support your family. It's not just about looking good; it is about feeling well. Not losing yourself through the expectation of parenting." Ashleigh shared. "If gyms can provide childminding, other businesses can too. Our building is specifically laid out around the purpose of the creche. I would love if more business took on this model of more child friendly." The feedback from Beauty and Bub's clients has been great. Mums have reported not feeling judged and enjoying the services while being part of weaving a community of selflove for themselves and others. You can find Bubs and Beauty on Facebook and Instagram or visit their website: www.bubsandbeautysalon.com
The Bubs and Beauty team consists of 3 Beauty Therapist, Lisa, Steph and Ally, all holding a Diploma in Beauty Therapy. Jessica, who cares for the children, holds a Certificate 3 in Early childhood.
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Hitting The Ground
Running Words: Sheree Hoddinett
With a steely determination and a fighting attitude, Karley Banks has forged a successful path in the world of touch football. None of it has come easy or without great effort, but this is one woman who has never hidden from a challenge. Her list of achievements, including coaching on a national and international level, is far greater than what you would expect from someone still so young. After residing interstate for several years, Karley is now coming home, taking up a coaching role with Caboolture Touch Association. For Karley, sport has always been a big part of her life, first kicking off when she was about 5 years old. It’s an element of her life she’s extremely grateful for and glad she started so young. What started as a passion for sport has evolved into so much more. “It’s definitely been a lifestyle for me,” she says. “Growing up in Toowoomba, there wasn’t much to do, so playing sport was good and how we made the most of our time. “For me, what I do is about helping others and paying it forward. If it helps people to get out and participate and enjoy the sport and be active and have families doing stuff together, it’s a good thing.” In our ever-changing world, Karley would love to see more kids reaping the benefits of playing sport. It’s a big part of why she runs coaching clinics for kids. “It’s a shame these days, there’s so much out there for kids to do, and so many don’t make the most of the opportunities right in front of them,” she says. “I think it’s not just about the health benefits, training and constantly being involved in a sport, but it’s the social part of it and also the awareness of the wins and losses you have in life and coping with that. I think that’s something sadly a lot of kids miss out on. “You get this whole philosophy of a rainbow ribbon, and everyone is a winner, and I don’t think that’s how it should be. Kids can handle it and learn from the experience.” When Karley went to school, touch football wasn’t offered as a sport as it was deemed unladylike by the nuns. She wasn’t deterred and petitioned to have a team formed, which is when her coaching identity truly kicked in as she had to show her friends, who were used to sports like netball, how to play touch football. “That’s how it all started,” she says. “Some of the drills I invented back then, I’ve carried on. So it’s been a bit of a pet project for me since the very early days. It became a case of how can I teach this so that it’s fun and that my friends will want to come back and keep playing? I must have done something right because here we are all these years later, and I’m still coaching.” Karley’s list of achievements is impressive, even to the untrained sporting eye. She has been an
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international Australian Open, Masters, Youth World Cup and Trans-Tasman Coach for 15 years; the head coach of the Australian Mixed 20s, Australian Boys 18 side and the Australian Men’s 35s; assistant coach to the Australian Mixed Open, Women’s Open, Mixed 20s, Men’s 20s and World Cup teams. On a national level, her coaching ability has also been strong, with stints in the NRL National Touch League Premiership and coaching within schools, clubs, and so much more. She has achieved success in the sport that others can only dream of. Yet, Karley remains as humble as ever. She talks fondly of the teams she has coached over the years and is proud of everything she has achieved. “I win more things these days than I lose, but I went through a period where they were ready to throw me on the scrap heap,” she says. “They didn’t understand because I was creative and I was different, and I had so many things that weren’t like everybody else. But I’ve never used the female card.
“But it’s really nice to be back in amongst the local community and to see familiar faces like kids I used to coach when they were younger - Catherine Sargent, Emily Reed and Hayley Maddick, to name a few.
“I spoke at the International Women’s Day event in Lismore this year, which was pretty cool. I spoke about the TV show The Good Doctor, where the main character uses a line that I love when he says, ‘I want to be known as a good doctor, not a good autistic doctor’. For me, it’s like I want to be known as a good coach, not a good female coach. But I want to encourage other females out there, whether it’s sport, business or whatever, to just go after things that they want and not feel like they have to apologise for being female.”
“I’m looking forward to sinking my teeth in there and increasing junior numbers, help the skill level of coaches. Herb Kerr, the Club President, he’s such a good guy. He was one of the forces behind getting me there.”
Not only does Karley hope she is influential to all young girls and other women in sport, but everyone in general.
“She was a big inspiration then and still is now,” Karley says. “She taught me to take a step back but to weigh up my decisions quickly. “When I face adversity of some kind, I think about what she faced and how she dealt with it. I think she’s a massive part of why I’ve been as successful as I have been, especially in recent years.”
“I like the fact that you can make a difference,” she says. “Won’t it be great one day that people won’t even bat an eyelid that a female is in charge of an NRL club or something else, and people will see it? There are some amazing women out there already in influential sporting roles in the NBA and other sports, and it’s a great thing. “It’s so important that everyone, no matter what their goals or dreams are, that they actually pursue them and that they don’t let things like what people think of you and stereotypes get in the way because you can get so bogged down in it.” Coming back to Caboolture is like coming home for Karley. She can’t wait to see what the next generation has to offer. “What Caboolture Touch are doing is really amazing. I don’t think there’s any other affiliate in Australia like it,” she says. “What Caboolture Sports Club have done with a whole heap of sports is really cool. We’ve got a real chance to grow. That whole area is going to explode with population over the next few years.
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If there’s one thing that really highlights the success of Karley in her career thus far, it is who she relates to as her biggest inspiration – her mum. Although she passed away from brain cancer in 2010, Karley says she can still hear her mum’s encouragement from the sidelines.
Karley’s Career Highlights • Dual International (Touch & Rugby League) • Australia’s most capped Youth Coach • Represented QLD in 5 Sports • First female to coach and win the NSWTA Triple Crown of Country Championships, Vawdon Cup and State Cup in Men’s Premier League. • First female to coach Men’s Premier League in Sydney and Brisbane • First female to coach Men’s Elite 8s in NSW and QLD. • Inferno Sports Ambassador 2014-2021 • Director KBs Tippy Tap Extras 20142021
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OPINION
The World According to Kate Lucrative Lunchboxes
Being creative in the kitchen is not one of my strong points. I keep it simple – find a recipe, follow the recipe, eat the recipe. This has always worked for me because as I was growing up, food was simple. My mother and my grandmother produced perfectly suitable meals of which none of us had to count our calories nor did we put on weight. Simple. How things have changed. I remember the moment when simple was no longer good enough. My daughter was in her final years of primary school, and suddenly her lunches were ‘boring’. So, I put on my SuperMum cape and went in search of more exciting lunch options. Diving into the internet world of ‘school lunchbox ideas’, my self-esteem came crashing down as not one recipe was ‘simple’. No longer do you throw in an apple from the fruit bowl. Oh no. Now you cut them out into shapes with a cookie cutter or put them on a kebab stick. Of course, this is after you have dipped them in a concoction to ensure they do not brown – heaven forbid they go brown! A simple cheese and Vegemite sandwich is no longer considered acceptable – especially when they enter high school. Recipes are for Wraps, Sushi, Buddha Bowls, and Bento Boxes. Seriously?
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Over the years, I was determined not to give up. Every week I would take the extra time to hunt down foods I had not heard of and purchase containers for presentation just to discover lunches left in the fridge because the fantastic containers you felt obligated to buy do not fit in the school bag. My daughter would head off with the assurances of ‘Don’t worry mum, I will just buy tuckshop.’ Tuckshop? I just went to all this effort and money for you to buy something from the tuckshop? It really knocked my confidence as a mother to think that home meals had become less about coming together as a family and enjoying a meal together and more about my ability to provide a 5-star catering service, bringing stress and strain to the dinner table. Whatever happened to a ham, cheese and tomato sandwich for lunch, Weet-Bix for breakfast, fruit for morning and afternoon tea? Dinner used to be meat and three veg, with ‘three veg’ being potato, peas, and corn, not kale, spinach, and zoodles. The presentation was easy – it was put on a plate. There was no professionally taken, photoshopped picture to compare your completed meal making it clear that you failed. Recipies were simply passed down by our parents, not ‘Foodies’ looking to make a quick buck.
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I ended up drawing the line when sandwiches were replaced with wraps wrapped in baking paper and tied with a piece of twine. Seriously? Do parent’s not have enough to do than to become a Café for their children? Now granted, there are those parents who love being in the kitchen and are perfectly content cutting their cheese slices into dinosaur shapes. However, to those mums who, like me, have other ambitions in life that do not include placing their self-worth on a lunchbox – life does not end if your cheese slices look like… cheese slices. It is time to ignore the ‘foodie’ hype, focus on simple nutrition and let go of the pressure to be a five-star chef so you can spend more quality time engaging with your family and looking after yourself.
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Critically Speaking AN ATTEMPT AT WRITING MY LIFE STORY.
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couple of weeks ago, I contemplated Richard Lancaster writing my life story. Cryptic Critic Friends had said that as I had experienced a full and interesting life and at 84 years, it was time to record as many life happenings as I could remember before I proverbially fell off the perch, so to speak. But the more I thought about this task, the more I disliked the idea. Considering that my 84 years equalled over 30,000 days on this planet, and if that wasn’t scary enough, would my memory bank be capable of releasing the million and one occurrences that had happened during my existence on this planet? After all, I misplaced my car keys yesterday! Over thirty years ago, I made a momentous decision. At the time I had a successful celebrity management company called Frontline Celebrities, which managed and promoted the business activities of largely Queensland based high profile television, entertainment and sports personalities. It was managing over seventy celebrities at its height, and it was the only one in Queensland. Although the work was hard and not without drama, it was rewarding in seeing my clients progress in their chosen careers. In the latter part of 1987, I received a phone call from the office of the Queensland Premier, Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen, inviting me to meet with him in his office. At the meeting, I was sworn to secrecy because, at the time, no one other than his personal staff and family knew of what I was about to learn. The Premier was going to resign the following week from politics. I gave
my word, and because of this, Sir Joh requested that he become one of my clients in Frontline Celebrities. Now back to my momentous decision. Sir Joh became a valued client, but I became concerned that he was receiving bad media publicity from the Fitzgerald Enquiry, which could adversely affect his future business prospects. So with the support of a business partner, I produced a seven-episode video series entitled `The Joh Tapes on Leadership`, highlighting Joh’s many positive achievements. The tapes were relatively successful and achieved what they were designed to do. As the years passed, I retired from business, and the seven tapes lapsed into history, or so I thought. Matthew Condon, one of this country’s foremost journalists `discovered` the tapes and his subsequent series of stories on the `lost tapes` made front-page headlines in most of Australia’s major newspapers. Subsequent to this publicity, I was approached by the State Library of Queensland, who wished to purchase the rights to the tapes. My business partner and I agreed that all Queenslanders should access the tapes, so we donated the recordings to the State Library. In the State Library’s wisdom, they decided that my life was worthy of recording, so that’s what they did. My life, alongside The Joh Tapes on Leadership, can be viewed via the State Library’s website.
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FAMILY
with Wendy Laimant
Mother’s Guilt
Experiencing guilt as a parent is a real phenomenon that it is believed any parents feel to a different degree at a time or another. However, is it helpful, necessary or even valid? Three local mums shared their feelings of experiencing guilt in their own way. ‘’I have struggled with Mummy’s guilt. I’m not sure why. Perhaps because I wanted to be the best mum possible and felt at times I was falling short. Over the 12 years, I have been a parent, I have felt guilty for things such as taking a long time to get the hang of breastfeeding with my first child, not always handling things in the best way, and left wondering if things would have been different if I had myself done things a different way. After having been a mum for 12 years, I now believe that guilt is a useless emotion. I understand that there is no such thing as a perfect parent, and most of us are trying our best. Something I personally refuse to feel guilty about is self-care as I think that all parents should value self-care to look after their own mental health.’’ Danielle. ‘’Definitely having lots of kids and asking myself if they are all getting the love, time, and their own needs met. Making sure I prioritize spending as much one-on-one time with them all, whether it’s a conversation in the car, cuddles at bedtime, special moments during the day when we can spend time playing games. I refuse to feel mother’s guilt over materialistic things! I won’t go to work and not be present at home with my family to provide materialistic items. Time together at home is more valuable
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than a fancy school, house, holidays or toys.’’ Kylie. ‘’I think when raising our children, we don’t think too much about mother’s guilt; it resurfaces as we watch our adult children going through hard times and thinking, what did we do wrong when they were younger that they are struggling in adulthood. I feel I should be doing more with my grandchildren, but I am not as capable of that as I use to be due to my current health. When I have a disagreement with my grandkids, I feel guilty and think I should be more patient. I’m not sure if other women my age feel as I do. I do think I have done my best.’’ Nanette. Could guilt act as a way like another to refine our perspectives and resharpen our priorities? Or is guilt a man-made scam passed on from too many generations, preventing us from accepting ourselves and trust our own abilities as parents? One could say it is what we decide it to be.
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Levi’s Perfect Pesto Burgers
With homemade chips: You will need: • 2 potatoes • 1 brown onion • 1 tomato • ½ bag of cos lettuce • 2 chicken breasts • 2 bake at home burger buns • Pesto dressing • Brown sugar • Balsamic vinegar. Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 240 degrees. 2. Cut the potatoes into 1 cm fries, season them with salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Place them on an oven tray and bake until tender. 20 to 25 minutes. 3. Slice the onion and the tomatoes in thin slices. 4. Shred the lettuce. 5. Use a sharp knife to slice the chicken breasts into two thin steaks. 6. In a large bowl, add the Italian herbs, a drizzle of olive oil and salt and pepper. 7. Add the chicken and toss to coat. 8. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large frying pan and cook the chicken for 3 to 5 mins on each side. 9. Once the chicken is cooked, set it to the side and cook the onion stirring for 5 to 6 minutes. Add the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, water and mix well. Cook for 4 minutes. 10. Heat the burger buns in the oven for 3 minutes. 11. Build your burgers, spread a layer of pesto on the base of the buns, top with chicken, onions, tomato and lettuce followed by the top of the bun. 12. Serve your burgers with the homemade chips.
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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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HEALTH
Moreton All Body Care
Postural awareness is increasingly becoming a crucial part of managing spinal and shoulder pain. As our world becomes increasingly dominated by smart devices such as phones and laptops this can exacerbate postural problems that can contribute to neck, lower back and shoulder pain. To combat pain in repetitive work posture settings such as desk based jobs there are a few things we can do: • Have computer screens at suitable eye height in order to encourage the neck to not be bent forward for long periods of time • The chin should be gently tucked to maintain a nice curve through the neck • Gently squeezing the shoulder blades down and holding to prevent tightness generating in the muscles of the neck • Have adequate lumbar support to maintain the curve in the lower back • Ensure desk height is comfortable with the elbows bent while maintaining relaxed posture • Maintain hips at a ninety degree bent position by placing a foot rest if the chair is too • high • It is advisable to get up and change positions for a short period every half hour to an hour to avoid sustained postures which may aggravate the spine These are effective ways of trying to prevent pain, if pain is already a problem, come and see one of our physiotherapists for further advice and treatment.
As your children grow you may notice some changes happening with their little (or not so little) feet! Kids go through huge musculoskeletal development during their adolescent years. Some of these include growth spurts - sometimes with muscle aches, motor skill and coordination development, improvements in strength capacity and overall functional control of their bodies. As well as changes to the skin and nails. Add this to the introduction of sports and starting school, maybe wearing rigid enclosed shoes for the first time and there is a lot changing!
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As podiatrist’s there a few common conditions we often see kids presenting with, particularly during the ‘back to school’ period, these can include: • Sore heels and/or calf muscles • Sore knees • Flattened feet • Tip-toe walking • Ingrown Toenails • Plantar Warts, Impetigo (school sores) and Tinea (athlete's foot) • Difficulty finding well-fitting school shoes All these conditions can cause both pain and sometimes embarrassment to children and limit them from participating in the activities they love. If you are concerned about any of the above, or if you’ve noticed some changes happening to your child’s feet book in to see your local podiatrist so we can help keep your kids moving.
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Does your skin dry out in Winter?
Now is the time to prepare so you have healthy skin during winter and beyond. Words: Kayleigh Dennis, Beauty Therapist @ Zen Chi Natural Therapies Wellness Centre, North Lakes
Autumn is when the leaves fall to cover the Earth to be converted as fertiliser to nourish the soil. This process is the art of letting go and decomposition. It is an essential process of nourishment where the life sustained by the Earth is renewed, and the plants and soil life that rely on her energy can return to their glory after the cooler months. Visualise a barren, empty space but beneath the surface of orange and brown leaves, a microcosm of life bubbling away. Then in Spring, as the soil warms up, life bursts forth with new growth and flowers everywhere. The human body is no different to the trees and Earth around us. In Autumn, we can focus on the process of letting go and nourishing our body with the appropriate rituals so we, too, can maintain our health. With the right choice of food, skincare and other self-care during Autumn, we will glow throughout Winter and return to our beautiful vibrant selves in the warmer months. Just as the Earth changes with the seasons, so does your skin. The skin creates a protective barrier to the body and mediates as a form of exchange for toxins and nutrients. As the seasons' change and the temperature drops, your skin undergoes changes. It can become drier, creating an environment where dead skin cells build up, oil and bacteria get trapped, causing breakouts and other conditions that seem to prematurely age you. This time of the year is the perfect time to switch up your skincare and wellness routine to encourage healthier, more youthful-looking skin all year round. But how do you care for your skin, inside and out, so that you glow with health? At Zen Chi, we offer several options to rejuvenate your skincare regime.
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BEAUTY
LaBella Day Spa + Clinic
Spotlight On Eyes 2020 was the year of covid but also the year of zoom. Working from home and interacting socially more and more through screens meant we spent more time looking at ourselves on the screen. Of course, giving us time to scrutinise all the things we would like to change about our face. We all tried fixing the lighting or adjusting the camera angle, but it seems the flaws are still there. A year of staring at ourselves on video calls has called for a “Zoom face treatment” rescue. Statistics show some of the most popularly requested beauty treatments performed in 2020 were eyelash lifts and eyebrows lamination, and the reason is that these treatments are relatively affordable, painless and non-invasive procedures but can change our look drastically. In just under an hour, we can see immense changes. What are these treatments? How do they work?
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Eyelash Lift The Lash Lift is a revolutionary technique that gives volume, curl and length to your natural lashes. It will give you the mascara look without the smudging, smearing or fallouts, the instant feeling of being done up, reducing the morning makeup routine time and offering a more natural look, which is always the best. All you need to know about eyelash lift... • The treatment process takes one hour • Lash lift treatment is not painful • A lash lift lasts between 4 to 6 weeks • Ensure your lashes are clean and remove contact lenses before treatment • You can still use your favourite lash enhancers • A Lash Lift is not the same as an eyelash perm • A Lash Lift will not damage your natural lashes• You can wear makeup after a lash lift Post Care Instructions: • Do not use waterproof mascara • Do not use an eyelash curler • Do not rub or irritate your eyes • Keep your lashes dry and makeup-free for the first 24 hours after treatment, avoiding any cream or lotion that is oil-based.
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Eyebrow Lamination It is the latest and most exciting treatment in the beauty industry that will make your eyebrows look perfect. They will look more even, fuller and stay in place. Thin, gappy, unruly and overplucked eyebrows are easy to fix with a brow treatment. It is a great affordable alternative to microblading. The result is very similar but without any needling or pain. All you need to know about brow lamination … • The treatment process takes one hour; • Brow lamination treatment is not painful; • Brow lamination lasts between 5 to 8 weeks; • You can have your brows laminated every 6 to 8 weeks; • Brow lamination does not damage your natural brows; • There are no risks involved. Understanding how much time the solution should process is the key because over-processed eyebrows can get squiggly; • Your eyebrows will go back to normal after 8 weeks, and you’re still able to comb them in the way you want during that time. Post Care Instructions: • Avoid getting them wet for the first 24 hours: no steam showers, sauna or exercise; • For maintenance, brush your brows through with a brush every morning and night; • Keep the brow nourished with eyebrow serum.
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SENIORS
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Have Fun With Your Grandchildren
Spending time with grandchildren is a special opportunity to deepen bonds, share stories, teach them a skill and even impart grand old wisdom. Grandchildren may have dozens of toys or technology devices but always prefer precious time with doting grandparents and the chance to do special grandparent-only activities together. Here are some fun ideas grandparents and grandchildren can enjoy at different ages and life stages: For Babies And Pre-School Children Storytime at the local library Most local libraries offer a weekly storytime for babies and pre-schoolers, aimed at introducing little ones to the joys of language through rhyme, music, story and craft. Check out Brisbane City Libraries and Moreton Bay Libraries for their session times for children
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of different ages. These are the perfect free weekly outing that fits in well with nap and mealtimes. Animal encounters Animals of all shapes and sizes are always interesting to small children and can hold their attention for a long time. Feeding ducks or bird watching in the local park makes a fun, educational outing and playing with domestic pets, such as a dog, bird or goldfish, is another great daily activity that brings pleasure to young and old. Primary School-Aged Children Fishing and other hobbies School-aged children are eager to learn skills from a patient and caring teacher. If a grandparent knows how to fish, this is an activity every child loves to learn. Fishing with a child means endless hours of de-tanging lines, baiting hooks and dealing with snares, but the joy of catching the first fish is well-worth the forbearance.
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Knitting Knitting is a timeless craft that children often find soothing and enjoyable. It is a great activity for a cold, wet winter’s day too. When teaching a child to knit, keep it very simple using large needles (size 12 or bigger) and chunky yarn to make a simple scarf, so a grandchild can see their progress quickly. Baking simple recipes together Everyone loves eating delicious food. Most children jump at the chance to help in the kitchen and be part of the action. Start with simple dishes or involve the child in simple but memorable steps in the process – like cracking eggs, stirring or adding the finishing touches. Picking veggies or flowers Children can be encouraged to help in the garden, picking flowers for a vase or harvesting any vegetables or herbs. This is a rewarding experience for everyone, especially children who learn where food comes from, how it grows and why they should eat their veggies!
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE Words: Sheree Hoddinett
More than just ladies lunching, the Pine Rivers VIEW Club is also about forming longlasting friendships and raising money for a valued charity. VIEW (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) clubs around Australia offer women a place to network and connect with others in their local community while helping The Smith Family in their goal of providing long-term educational support to Australian children who need it. For the Pine Rivers VIEW Club ladies, supporting the Learning for Life program is their prime mission. Although only a small club (there are more than 300 VIEW clubs across the country), they are able to sponsor 3 children through the program and are thankful to be able to make a difference in such a small way. “It’s our major fundraising activity,” publicity officer Sandra Timms says. “We’re only a small club compared to some others in the region, but we do well with what we have, and we do what we can to help these kids with their education.” Linda Lucas is the program officer and is involved in planning club activities and Members of the club on an outing.
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functions, including the upcoming big fundraiser fashion parade in July. Having been a special needs teacher before retiring, she commends the VIEW club for helping students who need it. “I’ve seen where the money goes, there isn’t a middle person, so you definitely know it’s going to these children,” she says. “You raise the money for the education pack, and this actually helps the disadvantaged young people right from primary school through to university.” First formed in 1996, the Pine Rivers VIEW Club proudly celebrated 25 years earlier this year. They have a group of about 40-50 members aged in their late 60s and above with a couple of ladies who have already passed 90. Although COVID had a big impact on activities in 2020, these ladies are resilient, upbeat, honest and not afraid to have a laugh. President Trish Bruton has been in the club for 14 years. Still, she openly admits she didn’t think it would initially be of interest to her. “In the beginning, I wasn’t so keen, and I was still working full-time as a nursing sister,” she says. “But once I went part-time, I decided to give it a try. I went along with a friend of mine, and I’m still here. We have a lovely friendly club, and everyone enjoys coming along. “I asked a new member how she felt about being a part of the club, and she told me it’s great, it’s very welcoming because everyone makes you feel like you have been there forever. That’s what we want.”
“You don’t realise there are a lot of ladies out there that are quite lonely, particularly those who have become widowed,” Sandra says. “I think our regular meetings, outings and functions give people something to look forward to. “We’re currently doing a new segment called “Getting to know you”. You might know someone’s name and a few things about them, but you don’t really know them. So we started this segment to give everyone a chance to talk, and it’s been really interesting. We welcome new members and would hope there would be interest out there to come along and join us.” “The thing with VIEW clubs is we are all over Australia, and it’s nice to meet different people and in a way be out of your comfort zone, as tricky as that can be at times,” Linda adds. “I think it’s important we do give the service to the people too,” Trish says. “I always like to say it’s more than just raising the money to go to The Smith Family, it’s also to help our people. We help the members and make their lives a bit easier too. We don’t want our members feeling lonely.” The Pine Rivers VIEW Club hold their luncheon meeting (featuring a guest speaker) on the third Wednesday of every month at the Murrumba Downs Tavern, a location they couldn’t speak more highly of for their ongoing support. New members are welcome. Please contact Sandra on 3880 9965 or visit view.org.au and search for Pine Rivers to find out more.
Fundraising efforts aside, the club also focuses on bringing people together and getting to know each other.
Elizabeth Hoffman presents guest speaker Diane Carter with her Thank you certificate at a recent VIEW Club luncheon.
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LANDSCAPE with Lawrie
A Good Place To Walk
Viewpoint We do not have huge seasonal differences in our local gardens and landscape, unlike cooler climates. I consider that autumn is the best season here. The plants are still growing well after the late summer rains and budding up to give floral displays in winter and early spring. Consequently, here in the subtropics, we can enjoy a year-round garden spectacle. Sunshine & Shadow The pattern of sunshine and shadow moving across your garden is the major factor that will influence success in growing plants in your landscape. June 21 is the shortest day of the year when the sun is at its most northern location and casts the year's longest shadows. So now is the time to make a note of where the shadow patterns fall over your garden;
at mid-morning, at noon and mid-afternoon – you may be surprised at the extent! From this date, the sun will effectively turn around and travel back south until it stops almost overhead on December 21 mid-summer, when the shadows cast are shortest. This is the time for a second shadow analysis! Knowing the impact of the changing seasonal patterns of sunshine and shadow around your garden helps you select the correct species that will thrive in the most appropriate site location. One simple rule of thumb to help when selecting plants is that species with large leaves generally prefer to grow in shaded locations. In contrast, those with small to fine leaves always prefer growing in full sun.
What's Up Down Under? As you walk around your suburb on these pleasant winter days, it will be informative to observe the home gardens you pass, each with its varied plant collections and aesthetic qualities. It is possible to gauge from a quick glance if the gardener has a good knowledge of the relationships between soils and plants. The most inviting gardens will have a harmonious visual balance between the plants' forms, colours, and textures. The plants will all be healthy, attractive and growing well in the soil conditions that give them optimum support, moisture and fertility. Alternatively, where plants have to tolerate incompatible soil conditions, they lack vigour, become straggly and attract pests and diseases - they become unattractive and require much more maintenance to make them healthy and grow well.
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Before selecting the first plant for a new garden, dig down around the site to find out the physical qualities of what is down under the surface. It may be far from a natural situation, particularly in new residential areas where earthworks may have turned the soil upside down with subsoil covering the valuable topsoil. Assess the soil and take appropriate steps to modify and improve the quality before planting the first gardens. Remember that careful plant selection relative to the site's soils is fundamental to creating good landscape gardens.
CREEC Walking Track
The Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre (CREEC) is a diverse, interesting and educational parkland to visit, offering close inspection through the natural and man-made ecosystems of the 18-hectare reserve along Burpengary Creek. Pick up a track map from the CREEC Visitor Centre and follow the 1.5km loop walk in either direction. Along the way, you will experience numerous diverse elements and places that introduce and interpret aspects of the local environment. Learn about the interesting history of the Burpengary Creek floodplain; be amazed at the scientific significance of the extensive Macadamia Nut plantation; discover the interesting and unique species of the locally rare lowland rainforest fringing Burpengary Creek; be impressed by the size and age of the huge Moreton Bay Fig tree; appreciate the tireless work done by community volunteers in regenerating and restoring the riparian vegetation; perhaps you may be lucky enough to see a rare Richmond Birdwing Butterfly or spot a Koala grazing in the specially established eucalyptus fodder plantation.
Before you leave CREEC, visit the communityrun nurseries and take home a few native plants to add to your garden. Opening times: Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 7am - 3pm, or the local Native Plants Queensland nursery: first and third Tuesday from 8am – 11am.
GREEN THUMB CALENDAR: 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 These uniquely Australian trees and shrubs have recently commenced their dramatic annual display of massed golden flower spikes, which will continue until spring. Three species are commonly seen in Moreton Bay in their natural habitats and parks and gardens - the Coast Banksia B. integrifolia near foreshores; the Wallum Banksia B. robur near wetland areas; and the Hairpin Banksia B. spinulosa on drier hillsides.
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Banksia spinulosa flower and ‘Old Man Banksia’
The distinctive erect golden cylinders composed of hundreds of individual flowers cannot be mistaken. Even their seed pods' Bad Banksia Men' continue to decorate the tree branches or shrub branches. They drip with nectar and attract any honey-eating bird or bee that flies nearby for a feast. A must for every sunny, well-drained garden!
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Banksia spinulosa a brilliant shrub
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Home Ownership Dreams Come True in Caboolture The Federal Government’s initiatives to help people buy their own home have been a gamechanger for the residential construction sector and Australia’s recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic. Prime Minister Scott Morrison was in Caboolture last month (May 18) to visit local business Taipan Hydraulic Hoses, which helped around eight of its staff fulfill their dream of purchasing their first home. “Our investment (is) getting people into their first homes, to build their own homes,” Mr Morrison said. Taipan co-founder Allan Sandilands employed a dream manager to help his staff fulfill their life goals. As a result, five employees at the business recently purchased their first home, using Federal Government initiatives such as the Homebuilder program. “The Homebuyer initiative is based on one simple premise, we want to back Australians in,” Mr Morrison said.
“And look what they’re doing, they’re building homes. They’re creating businesses. They’re employing people. They’re getting trained.
“So, we put $25,000 in. But they’ll put the $300,000 or the $250,000 in or sometimes much more than that.
“That’s how the recovery plan works, backing in Australians.”
“This is about Government enabling Australians to get themselves into their first home.”
The HomeBuilder program has received 26,293 applications in Queensland.
Mr Morrison said it was exciting to see the Government’s policies backing Australians like those at Taipan, through the pandemic.
Member for Longman Terry Young said he was blown away when he first heard Allan’s story about how he has helped his employees fulfill their dreams.
“Government isn’t the answer. Allan is the answer. Allan and his employees here at Taipan, they’re the answer because they’re the ones who are investing in their future.
“Allan has a managerial philosophy of always taking good care of his staff,” Mr Young said.
“And the Homebuilder program backs them in. Just like the Instant Asset Expensing program, just like the tax cuts. “We’re already putting more money back in people’s pockets, letting them keep more of what they earn.
“Without that HomeBuilder grant and Allan’s help, their dream of owning their own home would have probably remained just that. “Not only has Homebuilder empowered many local people to take the leap into home ownership, but it is also helping support jobs for builders and tradies when they need it most.”
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PETS
Purr-fect
Partnership with RSPCA Moreton Bay Regional Council will continue its long-standing support with RSPCA to encourage responsible pet ownership in the region. RSPCA’s ‘Operation Wanted’ will receive a $18,700 grant from Council to conduct its annual program between 1 June - 31 August 2021. Mayor Peter Flannery said Council would continue funding support for the desexing program for cats and dogs.
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an enormous success last year and hopes to see it further increase this year. “Some councils are more proactive than others and Moreton Bay Regional Council has always been tremendously supportive. We’re very grateful,” Mr Beatty said. “By increasing desexing rates, we can help reduce unwanted litters, behavioural problems and even the risk of some cancers. De-sexing also reduces their desire to roam.”
“We’re proud to purr-tner with RSPCA to support this program for a sixth year running,” Mayor Flannery said.
By breaking down the barrier to getting your pet desexed, Mayor Flannery hoped to improve our region’s attitudes towards responsible pet ownership.
“It has been a huge success over the years; in 2020 there was 1,575 desexed dogs and 893 desexed cats in the Moreton Bay Region, both respectively 15% and 14% of the state total.”
“In particular, Council is working to reduce our region’s high dog attack rate through a range of different crack-down and awareness initiatives,” Mayor Flannery said.
RSPCA Qld spokesperson Michael Beatty said despite the pandemic “Operation Wanted” was
“One of those being our annual Regulated Dog Inspection Program, currently being conducted
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until the end of June, which ensures owners of regulated dogs are managing their pets in accordance with State Government legislation. “We have a zero tolerance towards irresponsible pet ownership in the region because everyone has the right to be safe when they walk our streets, parks and foreshores. “I’m not just saying that, this year we’ve working with the courts to fine residents for irresponsible pet ownership, which has led to vicious dog attacks and caused serious harm to people.” For more information about Council’s pet services, visit https://www.moretonbay.qld. gov.au/Services/Animals
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Eagles
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Despite a wet start to the season, it’s blue skies on the horizon for Narangba Eagles FC. Persistent rain in the lead up to round 1 cancelled training sessions forced the closure of fields and presented unique challenges for coaches and organisers. Senior coach Nathan Walker says rebuilding his squad for the step up into Capital League 2 proved difficult with the disrupted pre-season. “We’ve basically got an entirely new squad this year, with players retiring, stepping up into different leagues or moving location,” he said. “We’ve had some guys step up from reserves and play really well so far, like Cody Newald and Cam Stapelton, but recruiting at the moment is still tough with no international players due to COVID. “There’s a flow-on effect with the higher level teams having less players to pick from, meaning we also have less players to choose from. “The biggest challenge with a new team is spending time together at training and on the pitch to really gel and get combinations flowing, but we haven’t really had the chance to do that yet with all the rain around.” Narangba took out the Club Championship in Capital League 3 last year - their first season back after a hiatus from Football Brisbane - and were awarded promotion into Capital League 2 for 2021. After missing a string of chances in their opening-round loss to the undefeated North Brisbane, the Eagles beat Willowburn 1-0 in their first home game of the season. “This squad has barely played together, so now we’re in more of a rhythm with training and playing, we can start to gel, and I’m confident we’ll move up the ladder pretty quickly,” Walker said.
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While the rain disrupted on-field preparations, it hasn’t stopped locals signing up in their droves, with Narangba fielding 52 teams and over 600 players across juniors and seniors this season. Club President Alex Hollington says the growth in players from last season is a great sign for the club.
“The success of our senior teams last year and the pathway we’ve created from juniors up into those top sides has definitely encouraged a lot of signups,” he said. “Retaining players and growing the club has been our big focus right from the start, and the committee and our volunteers have worked really hard to establish a good grassroots local club that people want to play for. “We had a full rebrand of the club last year - changing our name, logo, kit etc. - and combined with makeovers to our facilities, there’s a really good feeling around at the moment. The club also plans to apply for Football QLD’s Skills Acquisition Program (SAP) 2022, which will benefit players and coaches alike. “To apply for that, we need to ensure we’ve got really top level coaches coming through, so we’ll be putting a lot of focus on developing our coaches,” Hollington said. “We’ve reappointed a technical director as well, who will oversee coaching programs and professional development. “As we push to get the senior sides promoted to Capital League 1, we’re also working closely with the council on securing some grants to further upgrade our facilities like extra change rooms and getting licence ready.” Anyone wanting more information about the club can visit their Facebook page, website or the Football Brisbane website for fixtures and results.
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Slam Duck as New $15.8M Indoor Centre and Clubhouse Opens Moreton Bay Region is again sprinting ahead of the field to be Olympics ready, completing the brand new $15.8 million Indoor Centre and rugby union and touch football clubhouse facilities at Brendale’s South Pine Sports Complex last month. Mayor Peter Flannery said it was no cliché to thank the crews for putting in 110% to deliver this regional facility on budget. “I’m no basketballer but I can say this is a massive slam dunk for the lifestyle and amenity of residents right across the region,” he said. “The new Indoor Centre and Rugby and Touch Football clubhouse facilities will cater for at least 11 different sports and activities from basketball and netball to wheelchair sports, martial arts and of course, rugby. “The centre has the ability to host 2,000 fans in show court mode and it even doubles as a venue to host community events and conferences, with five brand-new multipurpose rooms and suites. “Council is committed to building a healthy community for everyone and we’re doing that by investing into recreational facilities like this right across the Moreton Bay Region. “In fact we’ve increased our investment into sports infrastructure this financial year by 40% on the previous year, up to $49 million in 2020-21.” South Pine Sports Association President Gerry See said the new Indoor Centre would complement the existing facilities at South Pine Sports Complex (SPSC). “While SPSC might be close to the biggest sports complex in Queensland by size, I believe it could be the biggest by sheer participation numbers too,” he said.
“Nearly 10,000 people participate in sport at SPSC on a weekly basis, and we cater for at least 5,000 students through school sports activity every year. “We have everything from AFL, cricket, hockey, football, rugby league, outdoor netball, gymnastics and now the upgraded Indoor Centre and rugby union and touch football clubhouse. “I expect those numbers to grow again with the completion of this work, so I’d like to thank Moreton Bay Regional Council for all the awesome work they’re doing to help keep locals active.” Division 9 Councillor Cath Tonks hoped these facilities would help shape Queensland’s bid for the 2032 Olympic Games. “With the Olympics potentially right around the corner, I’d love to see touring teams and athletes using South Pine Sports Complex and the new indoor facilities as a base,” she said. “We’ve already had interest in the Indoor Centre as a venue that can host 2,000 fans during the 2022 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, which is being hosted in Australia. “We’re also adding the brand-new Queensland Centre of Excellence for Women’s Football in time for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. “All these wonderful facilities right on our doorstep in Brendale is so great for locals to stay active and also for them to see some high-quality sport come to our region. “I hope it continues to encourage more and more people take up one of the many sports on offer right here.”
Council’s Newest AFL Precinct Awarded Best-On-Ground For 2020 Moreton Bay Region has been recognised as one of the country’s best builders of new AFL facilities after the $18.8 million Nathan Road Sports Ground at Kippa-Ring won the AFL’s Project of the Year for 2020. Mayor Peter Flannery accepted the Ken Gannon Community Football Facilities Award from Mr Gannon himself, who flew up from Melbourne to attend the presentation at the Redcliffe Tigers clubhouse last month. “The game of Aussie rules football has seen huge growth across Moreton Bay Region over the past decade on the back of the success of the Brisbane Lions and the newer Gold Coast Suns expansion,” he said. “Council is playing our part to ensure kids, women and men of all ages have the opportunity to take up the sport in our region by investing millions of dollars into facilities in multiple locations. “The new Nathan Road Sports Ground and facilities is a huge boost for the Redcliffe Peninsula and the 500-plus members who play for the mighty Redcliffe Tigers, but especially for the women’s program which has boomed since receiving their own dedicated new facilities. “This is the third major AFL facility Council has built over the past 10 years, with our Burpengary and Brendale grounds playing host to AFL preseason matches, AFLW home and away fixtures and we’ve just signed up for 9 VFL games to be played between them for the 2021 season. “Having three state-of-the-art AFL facilities is great for young aspiring footballers and for the lifestyle of families in the region, as well as local businesses who are so heavily entrenched in the local football clubs through sponsorships. “It’s a very proud day to receive this recognition from the AFL for all the hard work Council staff have put in to grow AFL in our region and provide some of the very best community facilities in Australia. “We look forward to working with the AFL in the future to deliver great outcomes for the community.” Head of AFL Queensland Trisha Squires congratulated Moreton Bay Regional Council on its outstanding delivery of another fantastic Aussie rules football facility. “Congratulations to Moreton Bay Regional Council on the successful delivery of this project and thank you to all the staff and contractors who
played a role in developing this $18.8 million project. “This is a terrific example of where we want facilities across the State to get to in terms of being accessible and welcoming environments for all user groups including the Redcliffe Tigers. “I know from AFL Queensland’s point of view, we’re constantly referring other Council’s to Moreton Bay in terms of operating practice, support for clubs and facility planning and delivery. “It is clear Council is one of the best in Queensland and it focussed on delivering facilities that meet community need. “Earlier this year the Queensland Government and the AFL announced a new $8m Grand Final Facilities Fund. “This fund makes new funding available for female-friendly changerooms, new ovals, upgrades to existing fields and lighting, and is open to community clubs, schools and local councils. “I know Moreton Bay Regional Council are focussed on delivering other AFL projects across the region and I look forward to working with Council to improve facilities for all of our users.” Redcliffe Tigers president Gayle Wetzel said the club’s first year at the new Nathan Road Sports Ground facilities had been a major success thanks to Council and the AFL’s ongoing expansion. “Council were able to deliver our new home ground and facilities right at the beginning of COVID so it was a great boost for our club and the local community,” she said. “We’ve already put it to good use in it’s first year and it’s a facility the club is really proud to show off when we host the other teams from the competition. “The new clubhouse, amenities and ground will help us expand and grow our club, which already has more than 500 members across men’s, women’s juniors, Auskick and masters grades. “This will particularly help us with our women’s game which has gone from strength to strength over the past couple of years, so I’d like to thank both the Council for these facilities and the AFL for continuing to expand the game so we can reach more people.”
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Quintrex 500 Cruiseabout
The bowrider concept opens up the entire boat for use and is perfect as an entry point for families looking for a versatile and usable platform. On the Quintrex 500 Cruiseabout, a family can fish one weekend, socialise the next and get the kids into water sports too. All this on a manageable and classy aluminium boat with unbeatable standard features for the price. Due to the open nature of the bow rider design, the Quintrex 500 Cruiseabout makes the perfect family platform. The bow area on other designs is largely unusable. The 500 Cruiseabout has a deep cushioned area with enough room for soaking up the sun or enjoying that wind in the hair sensation. If you’re looking for more space for adults, have a look at the larger 5 metre and above models. I like the fact that the backrests extend up the side. There are grab rails either side for safety too. Quintrex have included a full anchor locker at the bow. Something often missing on other brands. It’s a roto-moulded plastic which looks as though it would provide years, if not decades of service. The anchor roller is a standard feature on this model. The 500 Cruiseabout allows access to the cockpit through the swing away centre of the stylish front windscreen. The walkway is wide enough to easily move between the bow and cockpit seating. Behind the helm are two pedestal seats, both extremely comfortable. They spin, allowing you to turn and face passengers on the rear bench seat at the stern. Both come with bolsters. The driver can use the bolster to sit up high with a grand view over the top windscreen rail. It makes berthing or anchoring-up safer. The long swing away rear lounge of the 500 Cruiseabout is capable of seating three comfortably, maybe four, if you are really friendly. The fold-away design adds to the versatility of this space. Fold it away for something like fishing, increasing the cockpit room. The cockpit floor is plush, with the dark grey colour matched well against the five-stage white paint on the hull. The interior mouldings are a light grey and give the 500 Cruiseabout an upmarket feel. The storage available will ensure you never leave anything behind. There are moulded storage bins under the bow seats, space behind each side of the helm and a large ski locker between the front helm seats. The 500 Cruiseabout even includes a locker in the floor ahead of the rear lounge. The passenger also gets a small glove box and open storage space on the dash. Quintrex use a moulded plastic in the sides. It includes space for non-standard items such as speakers while also creating a comfortable arm rest for both the driver and passenger. They have also moulded side pockets and cup holders. The gunwales on the Quintrex 500 Cruiseabout are wide; handy to sit on. There are rod holders on both corners fitted standard and the test boat was fitted with an optional bimini by Brisbane Yamaha. There is also provision for an optional ski pole. This is definitely a box I would tick. Power The test boat was powered by a Yamaha F70 Four Stroke outboard engine. It has more than enough power with two adults onboard and would certainly be able to be used as a ski boat for kids. Adults hoping to ski or wakeboard may elect to fit the impressive F90 instead, which is the maximum recommended engine size for this hull. Brisbane Yamaha can either fit, or help you decide which engine will be right for your intended use. With quiet concerns that the F70 may be a little light on, I was proven completely wrong in quick time. The F70, built on a four-cylinder platform using Yamaha’s exclusive aluminium construction is torquey and powerful. Any family new to the experience of owning a boat will find it more than acceptable. It will save some money too allowing you to kit out the boat with the latest water sports and fishing gear. Performance This boat is built on Quintrex’s unique ‘Blade’ Hull. Traditionally aluminium boats are built using largely straight aluminium panels which affects handling due to the limited angles you can work with. By using a proprietary stretch form process, exclusive to Quintrex, the Blade Hull has curves in both the bottom and side sheet similar to a fibreglass hull. It delivers a deep angled entry and a flat exit producing a boat that cuts chop well and is still stable at rest. As a result, the Blade Hull cuts through waves and chop effectively and is certainly above average stable. In most conditions families will be heading out in, it will provide a very comfortable ride. Anyone riding in the bow will appreciate this soft riding hull. It also does a great job of keeping spray down and away from the cockpit. When running straight into chop, the best ride is achieved by trimming the engine down. This allows the front edge of the hull to do its job. This hull turns flat. It does power through the corners confidently as you’d expect. You can also add throttle through the corner safely. New or inexperienced skippers will find this flat cornering more similar to a car which unless you’re driving a massive 4WD, exhibits little body roll.
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Specifications Price: Starting at mid $40,000’s Construction: Aluminum Length Overall: 5.22m Beam: 2.22m Max hp: 90hp Construction: Topsides 3mm, bottom 4.0mm Capacity: 6 people Weight on trailer: approx 950kgs Engine as tested: Yamaha F75hp Four Stroke Fuel Capacity: 77 litres
The helm position is excellent with all the necessary switches within easy reach. The seated driving position allows for protection from the elements behind the windscreen while the access to the throttle is also perfect. Tow Vehicle The Quintrex 500 Cruiseabout sits on a Quintrex single axle alloy trailer. Almost any family sedan can be used to tow the 500. And that is exactly why it has such wide appeal. It is the perfect package for entry¬ level boaters.
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SECOND CONTRACT LINES UP MORE BRUCE HIGHWAY LANES
The final contract has been awarded to build a major section of the Bruce Highway upgrade between Caboolture-Bribie Island Road and Steve Irwin Way at Exit 163. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack said the project was being delivered under the Bruce Highway Upgrade Program – the largest infrastructure program in Queensland. “The Bruce Highway is Queensland’s major north-south freight and commuter corridor and the Australian Government is committed to improving road safety standards and efficiency across the road network,” the Deputy Prime Minister said.
“Other contract conditions will ensure direct hires for up to 80 per cent of the project’s workforce, targeting leading hands, operators and labourers directly, as well as increasing training opportunities for staff and new employees and increasing opportunities for Indigenous workers,” Mr Young said. “In addition to delivering a safer road network, the project is supporting an average of 664 direct jobs and is scheduled for completion in early 2023. “This is a win for local industry and the freight, commuter and recreational traffic, who will benefit from safer overtaking opportunities and higher-quality journeys.”
“This project will deliver congestion-busting improvements to one of the busiest stretches of highway in Queensland, marking another step forward in supporting future growth and prosperity in the region.
Queensland Member for Pumicestone Ali King said the project would deliver upgrades to the Caboolture-Bribie Island Road and Pumicestone Road highway exits.
“We are continuing to roll out these types of major projects across the nation under our $110 billion infrastructure investment pipeline, which is laying the foundations for economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.”
“These are busy interchanges which will only get busier, so we’re delivering the upgrades now to cater for that growth,” Ms King said.
Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said work was already underway on the first major contract of the $662.5 million upgrade. “This project is one of five upgrades with a combined value of more than $3 billion transforming the highway between Brisbane and Gympie, supporting more than 2,000 jobs and driving Queensland’s economic recovery,” Mr Bailey said. “Major construction on the first contract, which is being delivered by Acciona Infrastructure Australia, began in late November 2020. “Works are progressing well on that front, with construction on the new southbound lanes now underway. “Fulton Hogan, which will deliver the second contract we’ve just awarded, will focus on the section between Pumicestone Road and Steve Irwin Way (at Exit 163), with works expected to start on that section by mid-2021.”
“Entry and exit ramps will be upgraded and a new northbound lane will be added, starting from the Caboolture-Bribie Island turnoff. “The upgrades will improve safety at the turnoffs and reduce travel times but of course there will be minor delays through roadworks so I’d like to thank the local community and motorists for their patience as our team gets on with the job.” The upgrade will involve widening the 11-kilometre section of Bruce Highway from a four-lanes to six-lanes divided carriageway. It will also replace 10 bridges over five creek crossings with wider and higher bridges. The Bruce Highway Upgrade – Caboolture-Bribie Island Road to Steve Irwin Way (Exit 163) is a jointly funded $662.5 million project, with the Australian Government committing $530 million and the Queensland Government committing $132.5 million. More details about this project, including final design layouts and a flythrough, are available at www.tmr.qld.gov.au/C2SIW.
Federal Member for Longman Terry Young said the second contract includes targets to ensure up to 90 per cent of local contract expenditure occurs within 75 kilometres of the project site.
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