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ON THE COVER: KATEESHA HEMBROW Photo: Celeste Humphrey, Novasoma
“You can never compare yourself to someone else because your journey is so different. I never judge others on what they’re doing but I’m also hard on myself with my own expectations.” -Kateesha Hembrow
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Here are some of the stories you will find inside:
Horses Helping Humans
'There should never be any intimidation or fear in communication. There should only be respect and trust.' This is the motto of a new, local program which has been designed to assist people with gaining confidence, understanding body language and personality barriers by utilising horses mirroring human behaviours. Page 4
Planting for the future
As the face behind Northside Natives, Beryl Raddatz knows a thing or two about native plants and has a few tips on how you can keep your garden growing well for you. Page 8
In Awe of Aviation
Imagine the thrill of sitting in a cockpit of a military helicopter, or Huey, or of seeing a Russian Mig-17 or even the ejection capsule from an iconic RAAF F111. If this sounds exciting, head on down to the Caboolture Warplane & Flight Heritage Museum. Page 16
Time to Support Local Business
With the recent wave of Omicron spreading throughout the region, a number of businesses have been impacted by COVID-related staff shortages, supply chain issues and loss of visitation. Page 18
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Next Generation of Environmental Champions
LOCAL MORETON BAY students are set to get a kick-start in becoming future environmental champions, with schools in Moreton Bay given the chance to share in $1million through the 2022 Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants. Woolworths will offer Moreton Bay schools and early learning centres, up to $1,000 each, to develop projects that focus on sustainable food production, improving waste management practices or enhancing native habitats. Woolworths Queensland State Manager, Danny Baldwin said: “Educating young Moreton Bay kids on how we can grow a greener future through hands-on learning is an incredible way to make an impact for future generations, and help our local communities today. “The life-long skills that these young students will gain helps to plant the seeds for a more sustainable and environmental future. “Last year, our Woolworths Junior Landcare Grant program saw the highest number of applicants ever. This increased demand is promising to see, as we understand schools and early learning centres in Moreton Bay are wanting to provide enhanced lessons on sustainability in classrooms.”
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Landcare Australia CEO, Dr Shane Norrish said: “Our goal is to encourage, influence and educate students on how to care for their local environment in a hands-on way.
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Samantha Page, CEO Early Childhood Australia, said: “Early childhood education and care plays an important role in sustainability. By participating in hands-on learning experiences such as setting up recycling programs, growing veggies or plants and exploring local animal habitats, Moreton Bay children learn to explore, appreciate and care for the environment around them.
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“The Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants help grow students' understanding of the importance of caring for the Moreton Bay environment, beginning in their own school or early learning centre. To date the program has seen more than 110,000 fruit, vegetable and herb plants added to school gardens across the country. Through taking part, students learn new skills and knowledge such as composting, worm farming and planting bush tucker gardens, as well as an increased awareness of sustainability issues.”
“The first five years of life sets the foundation for life-long learning and the earlier we educate children about the importance of sustainability, the better chance we have of a more sustainable future for our Regional community.” Applications for the 2022 Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants are open now and close 18 March 2022. To find out more and to apply, visit landcareaustralia.org. au/woolworthsgrants
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Horses Helping Humans Words: Sheree Hoddinett Photo: Contributed
THERE SHOULD NEVER be any intimidation or fear in communication. There should only be respect and trust. This is the motto of a new, local program which has been designed to assist people with gaining confidence, understanding body language and personality barriers by utilising horses mirroring human behaviours, and you are encouraged to learn more at the grand opening on Friday, April 1st. Motivated by the book Horses who Heal, written by the founder of Horses Helping HumansTM, Sue Spence, Herd Together Inc. President Katrina Nicol’s (pictured) desire to establish this equine communications program stemmed from a passion to assist those who have been affected by current local and world events. “When I read Sue’s book, I had already begun reviewing various other equine assisted learning programs, yet I felt connected to Sue's program and it’s achievements.” Katrina said. “More now than ever, and especially due to the pandemic of the last two years, everyone has been affected and mental health is at the forefront from lockdowns, loss of income and so many other things. This program helps with emotional regulation that can be applied in everyday situations which we are all currently facing.” Horses Helping HumansTM has been providing outcome-based programs to the disadvantaged in Australia and New Zealand for over sixteen years with award-winning success in assisting students with reengaging back into school or study and reduced suspensions. The program has also proven highly effective in helping disadvantaged youth and domestic violence families learn new communication skills to move forward in life.
Herd Together Inc Open Day Bells Lane, Bellmere, Friday April 1st 10.30am to 12.30pm. horses – each with matching personalities joined in. “All horses must have been trained in natural horsemanship and completed a certification to be part of the program to ensure we have a safe working environment. They must all know the basics of horsemanship. They all love people and know they have import jobs to perform with their participants,” Katrina revealed. “We are currently seeking sponsors and donations and considering this program is the first of its kind in Moreton Bay, I feel it is a
perfect time to join us from the ground level. I am keen to hear from anyone interested in these opportunities.” Despite the challenges of recent weather and the COVID pandemic, both Sue and Katrina will be officially opening the gates of Herd Together Inc at Bells Lane, Bellmere and are warmly inviting clubs, non-profits, businesses and the community in general to come see firsthand how the first internationally certified equine assisted communications program in Moreton Bay is enabling horses to help humans.
The referral-based program is currently utilised by child safety, youth justice and other community organisations such as Mission Australia and NDIS. Businesses are also making good use of the equine communications program after discovering its ability to enhance team performance and teamwork skills. The program uses the basic principles of professional natural horsemanship groundwork which is about building rapport, using gentle communication and respectful methods. No riding is involved, and students develop skills which are grounded in natural cooperation and encouraging connection. “Students are introduced to techniques on how to focus, turn anger or anxiety into calm assertiveness and offers practical ways to apply effective communication which is easily transferable to interpersonal (human to human) communication,” explained Katrina. “Each session gives valuable take home skills to use in everyday communication.” Founder Sue Spence works on the theory that there are four personality times: sanguine (who are sociable), choleric (ambitious), melancholic (analytical) and phlegmatic (relaxed), pairing off different personality types of humans with horses of the opposite temperament and as Katrina became a certified program facilitator, it was only natural that Herd Together Inc’s four
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The Magic is Coming… UNCOVER THE MAGIC behind almost 100 years of the Walt Disney Animation Studios in Disney: The Magic of Animation at Queensland Museum. Explore more than 500 original sketches and artworks from your favourite Disney animated classics and go behind the scenes in this rare opportunity to experience the wonderful creativity and innovation from the world’s most prolific animation studio. Young and old will be enchanted by the magic behind some of the world’s most beloved characters created over the last century by the Walt Disney Animation Studios films and shorts, including Mickey Mouse’s first talkie, Steamboat Willie (1928), films such as Fantasia (1940), Sleeping Beauty (1959), The Little Mermaid (1989), The Lion King (1994), Frozen (2013), Moana (2016), Frozen 2 (2019), Raya and the Last Dragon (2021) and the studio’s latest release Encanto (2021) plus a sneak preview of an upcoming Disney Animation release. Don’t miss the chance to see the artistry behind your favourite characters and stories and how the magic of animation brought them to life. Find out more at disney.qm.qld.gov.au
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Your Say: The Future of Moreton Bay IF YOU’VE EVER wanted to shape how Moreton Bay will look and feel in five-, tenor twenty years’ time then now’s the time to get involved and share your great ideas. Mayor Peter Flannery said you only have to look around to see we already live in a beautiful part of the world with easy access to great beaches, a stunning hinterland, nature corridors and all within a 30-minute radius, depending on where you live. “Your Council is now asking our community to get involved in exploring the issues and leveraging our greatest assets to create the best place to live, work and play for our current and future generations. Throughout the month of March, Moreton Bay Regional Council is seeking your ideas on the protection of our natural habitats, parks and lifestyle while balancing urban growth through smarter planning so we can shape our future together. Making sure that our region grows in the best way is a complicated business, but Mayor Flannery believes we can turn it into an opportunity if we’re ambitious and smart in our vision. Over the next 20 years Moreton Bay is expected to grow by 210,000 – that’s around 200 people every week. This raises some big questions for both Council and community regarding the environment, our transport infrastructure , affordable living options, climate change and its expected impacts
and balancing growth with smart planning for the region and our neighbourhoods. “To make sure we get the balance right so we all can continue to thrive as we grow, we’re asking for your feedback on three important strategies: Environment and Sustainability, Growth and Transport,” Mayor Flannery said. Communities are being called on to make their voices heard by getting involved in the range of activities being planned by Moreton Bay Regional Council. There’s something for everyone depending on your level of interest and time available. Our Moreton Summit will bring together, for one day (March 17) our communities, developers, community leaders and businesses to discuss what’s important for growth management, transport, the environment and sustainability. Our Moreton Future Leaders is designed for our younger generations to help shape the future of our region. For those who prefer it, there is an online survey which opens March 1st. Mayor Flannery said that while population growth is inevitable, he is certain that if we work together, we can have it all - a liveable, sustainable and connected city that’s the best place in Queensland to live, work and play. To find out more, and to register for an activity visit yoursay.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/our-moreton
Better Pathways for Burpengary Moreton Bay Regional Council has awarded a tender for construction of more than 1.4 kilometres of new reinforced concrete paths around the Station Road corridor at Burpengary, boosting connectivity and encouraging increased levels of pedestrian visits and cycling to and from the local centre. Mayor Peter Flannery said the $1.22M investment from Council, coupled with $400,000 from the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program, would open up the already bustling precinct like never before. “Burpengary is one of our ‘boom’ areas - and the stats tell the story. The population grew by 3.79 per cent in the year to June 2020, outstripping the jump in not only the rest of our region, but also South East Queensland,” Mayor Flannery said. “Having better-connected pathways in the heart of Burpengary will also encourage people to get out of their cars and walk, wheel or cycle to school, the local shops and the library, which are all located in this hub, helping boost local business and bringing the community together.” The Station Road precinct forms part of Council’s primary active transport network, and is a key link between Burpengary Railway Station, Burpengary Plaza and surrounds. The new works will include more than half a kilometre of new footpaths running between Rowley and O’Brien Roads, plus another 900 metres connecting Progress Road and Burpengary Library. New retaining walls and fencing, highlyvisible and specially-surfaced sections of path, and improved kerb ramps for better accessibility will also be built, and landscaping done to keep things green. Division 2 Councillor Mark Booth said the tender for the project had been awarded to Auzcon Pty Ltd, a contractor with solid experience delivering projects for Council including Redcliffe’s Sutton Street pedestrian crossing, and the seawall and boardwalk on Margate Parade, Margate. The Australian Government’s $2.5 billion LRCI Program supports local councils to deliver priority local road and community infrastructure projects across Australia, supporting jobs and the resilience of local economies to help communities bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic.
HERITAGE PARK TEMPORARILY CLOSED
NORTH HARBOUR HERITAGE Park and Mountain Bike Trail has been closed temporarily from March 1st, 2022, to facilitate construction of North Harbour’s second access road and bridge.
The bridge construction will extend the existing Moreton Bay Boulevard over Raff Creek, in the location of the current access point for Heritage Park. While this construction is in progress, park access will be temporarily prohibited to ensure public safety. The road is scheduled to be completed in early 2023, but access to Heritage Park is predicted to be affected for around six months.
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North Harbour Project Director Bryan Finney said: “The North Harbour team is pleased to be commencing construction of the bridge, which will ultimately improve access for the North Harbour community as well as the Heritage Park and Mountain Bike Trail. “Whilst we understand that this temporary access closure will cause some disappointment for our residents and others who use the park regularly, we hope that everyone will understand the need to prioritise public safety and a safe worksite for our contractors.”
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Federal Member for Longman, Mr Terry Young MP said Moreton Bay Regional Council has been allocated a total of $30,685,307 across the three phases of the program. “It’s vital that local government continues to build safer and stronger communities - and funding from the LRCI Program for key projects in my electorate helps Council do just that,” Mr Young said. “Investing in community hubs like Burpengary helps bring people together, boost local businesses, and creates jobs through an extended pipeline of work - all important things as we continue to recover from the impacts of the pandemic. “We need to stay focused on keeping local economies strong as we work to secure Australia’s world-leading economic recovery.” It is estimated that the work will be completed around June 2022, weather permitting.
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New Guidelines Aim to Combat Cybercrime THE AUSTRALIAN TAXATION Office (ATO) and the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) have developed new guidelines on client identity verification. These guidelines will also help improve security to stop criminals from committing tax fraud by stealing taxpayer identities. “We are increasingly concerned that criminals are committing tax refund fraud by stealing data and impersonating taxpayers,” ATO Deputy Commissioner, William Day said. “Protection of privacy and information is important for all Australians. Tax Practitioners have a trusted role and these new guidelines will further help them to meet their obligations to secure the personal and financial details of their clients.” A cyber security incident can have serious financial consequences for its victims, whether they are an individual, small business or large company. The TPB and ATO have consulted extensively with industry and tax practitioners in the development of these guidelines. The TPB has released proof of identity (POI) guidance to help tax practitioners verify their clients’ identities and thereby reduce the risk of identity theft and tax fraud. The ATO has also released the Strengthening client verification guidelines which complements the TPB’s guidance and is intended for registered tax practitioners using Online services for agents or practitioner lodgment service software. The TPB will soon be running a free webinar with the ATO, to explain the POI requirements to tax practitioners. Details of the webinar will soon be published on the TPB website (www.tpb.gove.au/ webinars). The guidance has been developed with the ATO and TPB to support tax practitioners in adopting a practical and robust proof of identity process. “In a period where cybercrime is becoming increasingly prevalent, maintaining best practices for client verification is vital. The TPB guidelines outline appropriate requirements for verification - this includes defining the documents to be sighted, maintaining records and recommendations about achieving remote verification of clients,” Chair of the TPB, Mr Ian Klug AM said. The ATO and TPB will conduct additional consultation to support tax practitioners with transitioning to the new guidelines, which are intended to become minimum standards in due course. Mr Klug noted that many tax practices have already implemented robust proof of identity systems as part of their risk management and governance processes. “I encourage other tax advisers to review and update their systems as soon as possible. After an appropriate time for education, consultation, and transition, we will formalise these guidelines and their date of effect”.
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Police Call to Curb Motorcyclist Deaths LAST MONTH WAS the deadliest month of the year for motorcyclists. Thirteen were killed in 28 days making up 20 per cent of total motorcycle fatalities for the year.
“We’re asking all riders and motorists when they take to the roads this month, or any time this year, to take their responsibility very seriously. Together, we can change this in 2022.”
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) wants to change the narrative this year, calling on riders and other road users to work with them to protect this vulnerable group.
Senior Sergeant Darren Smith said as riders and motorists – everyone had a responsibility to ensure the safety of motorcyclists.
Assistant Commissioner Ben Marcus said six motorcyclists had already been killed on the roads this year – which is one more than the same time last year.
“A moment of distraction might mean a dent in your car, but it can be as serious as the death of another fellow road user. Drivers should stay focused and look out for motorcyclists,” Senior Sergeant Smith said.
“One fatal crash is one too many and we also have to consider other riders who have lifelong injuries – as a rider myself, this hits particularly close to home,” Assistant Commissioner Marcus said.
“There are also some simple things riders can do to reduce the risk of being involved in a crash including riding to the conditions and avoiding dangerous riding conditions.
“An analysis of crashes in the first three months of last year has showed us that riders were at fault almost three quarters of the time (73%). Of those crashes, 93 per cent involved excess speed for the conditions, 68 per cent were inexperienced riders and 62 per cent were found to have engaged in dangerous operation or intoxication (or suspected intoxication).
“Adequate safety gear is a must including a good quality and well fitted helmet to protect you.
“An alarming 56 per cent were not wearing a helmet or had their helmet fitted incorrectly – this is incredibly concerning.
“Finally, ensure your bike is well maintained and road worthy to keep it running smoothly.
“As riders, our safety is largely up to us. On a motorcycle, you are 30 times more likely to die in a crash than if you were in a car – when everything on the road is bigger than you, you just have to be more careful.
“It’s also important to be familiar with your bike and ride according to your skill level – if you’re a returning rider, we encourage you to brush up on your skills just like we do as motorcycle officers once a year.
“We ultimately all have a responsibility to help make our roads a safer place in 2022, so that no matter our destination or mode of transport, we all get there safely.”
Year One for Moreton Bay $40B Economic Transformation MORETON BAY REGIONAL Council’s plans to turn the region into a $40 billion economic powerhouse has reached its first milestone, celebrating year one with more than 1,000 new local businesses.
Mayor Flannery said successes so far had made industry and council hungry to achieve more for the region and local jobs, with the pedal to remain on the metal in 2022.
Mayor Peter Flannery said since the launch 12 months ago of Moreton Bay’s ambitious Regional Economic Development Strategy, the region had hit the ground running with the results speaking for themselves.
“As a council, we have continued our partnership with Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism to help drive our $1 billion tourism powerhouse and develop more tourism and marketing campaigns, events and innovation.
“Thanks to a close collaboration between council and industry, we’ve already checked off 90 per cent of our action items and consumer spending has grown to $7.3 billion in just one year,” Mayor Flannery said.
“That’s on top of our record $743 million budget, which is helping to support businesses and jobs through COVID-19.
“It puts us well on the way to creating 100,000 new jobs, a $40 billion economy and 16,000 new businesses in the next 20 years.
“And now, we’re seeing more opportunities for our region with 2032 Olympics locked in and major progress on The Mill at Moreton Bay.
Mayor Flannery said not wasting any time, council and a business-led regional economic leadership task force had already delivered a number of initiatives despite the challenges of COVID-19.
“Quite frankly, Moreton Bay has never been in a better position economically with spending and business numbers growing and council generating 86 investment leads with a potential investment of $1 billion-plus and more than 3400 jobs if fully realised.
“We rolled out an extensive program to back our businesses through the pandemic and launched a national campaign to reach millions of Aussies and promote investment in the region.
“These first-year achievements alone highlight how we are harnessing our region’s competitive strengths to take advantage of key growth opportunities through our REDS.
“As a council, we engaged more than 8,700 local suppliers, and our crack economic development team helped 138 businesses take the important next step in expanding their operations.
“With industry and council working closely together, we truly are forging a bigger, bolder and brighter future for the Moreton Bay Region.”
“The success of local business was recognised by winning 24 national and international awards, including an award for our own economic development strategy.
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For more information on the region’s economic development strategy, head to: https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/ Services/Business-Investment/REDS
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KATEESHA HEMBROW IS already proving where ambition and drive can take you. At just 23-years-old, Kateesha has one business under her belt and is starting up a second, one that she hopes will make a difference in the business world for other young entrepreneurs just like her. Getting her dreams off the ground has been quite the journey for Kateesha and was made even more possible with the help of the New Enterprise Incentive Scheme (NEIS). With a long-term plan for success and a strong-willed determination to make things happen, Kateesha is sure to achieve her goals. Kateesha started her first business Elevate Culture & Events in July 2020. It came about after she went through a life-changing experience with the company she was working for. “Long story short, I had the worst year of my life, ended up really sick and decided to leave my job,” Kateesha says. “I thought to myself, this can be done better. I realised my passion for culture as well and seeing the effects that workplace culture can have, not just on a professional level but on a personal level as well. I just set out to help businesses with their culture, so that way employees going to work are living a healthier life and not going home and taking that stress with them.” Starting her first business during one of the craziest times in the world – Covid – has been challenging to say the least. But Kateesha has taken it all in her stride and adapted to the constant change. “I think the biggest thing has been the constant change,” she says. “Because of working in the culture space, it’s not so easy to identify where a workplace culture is sitting at without actually physically being there. And that’s not to say you can’t, it’s just a little bit harder. “So I’ve done work in person, but then I’ve also had to adapt and take on clients over Zoom as well. But that’s also opened up more opportunities. In December, I had a client that was in Sydney, so I worked with them over Zoom. “I feel with the whole Covid situation, there have been lots of negatives but also positives and it was one of those things where you just have to take the opportunities and adapt where you can.” It was through attending a business networking group in Brisbane that Kateesha found out about the NEIS after it was recommended by a fellow student. The program provides tailored self-employment support and mentoring to people wanting to start a new business. Kateesha speaks highly of her experience with the scheme and believes anyone starting out in business should look in to what’s available for them. “For me, it was more the financial side of things that was the biggest help,” Kateesha says. “I was fortunate because of my circumstances that I didn’t have any major expenses or a mortgage, so the money that came through from NEIS was life-saving at times.
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“Also, working with a couple of different coaches who checked in to see how I was travelling and offer advice. It was good to have someone to talk to because as a sole trader it was nice to have someone to run ideas past.”
Words: Sheree Hoddinett Photographer: Celeste Humphrey, Novasoma
The Moreton Bay region has seen a strong increase in the uptake of self-employment services through the NEIS program,
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New leases to foster community in COVID-struck Moreton Bay A NUMBER OF organisations across Moreton Bay that provided much-needed support to the community during COVID-19 have been given new five-year leases to support their ongoing work. Moreton Bay Regional Council today announced new agreements had been given to: • Deception Bay Branch Little Athletics; • Caboolture and District Lawn Tennis Association; • Mousetrap Theatre Company; • Queensland Radio Circuit Racing Association; and • Dayboro Tennis Club to continue operating from council-owned facilities throughout Moreton Bay after a tough two years.
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Mayor Peter Flannery said during the pandemic, the groups had gone above and beyond for members by continuing to foster a sense of community despite lockdowns and restrictions, and by hosting activities and events in new, COVID-safe ways. “If the past two years have shown us anything - it’s that community is vital to our wellbeing,” Mayor Flannery said. “For many groups the way they had to do things changed, but they showed resilience and supported the community by moving things online, transforming their events and being there for one another even if we were holed up in our homes. “As we look towards the ‘new normal’, these
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leases mean our wonderful community groups continue to have a home they can operate from, host activities and events and welcome people back in-person. “As Mayor, I’m proud that council is able to offer these organisations leases with generous terms and conditions so they can use their funding to invest in their members and run their activities and events. “Organisations like these are at the heart of our community - it’s why they’re called community groups. “These leases add to our record $743 million budget and investment in new community facilities right across the region to build Moreton Bay bigger, bolder and brighter.”
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with 2984 people undertaking small business training and 2194 participants who have gone on to start a new small business since 2015. Member for Longman Terry Young encourages all local jobseekers to have a crack at starting their own business with support from an NEIS provider. “Hundreds of people in our local area, like Kateesha, have started a small business as a result of the NEIS program and many more people can benefit from this great opportunity,’ Mr Young says. “I encourage anyone out there looking for work to consider backing themselves and starting a new small business supported through the NEIS program.” For Kateesha, 2022 is a year of focus with her new business Boss Central coming to the forefront of her plans. As a strong believer in the power of networking, Kateesha wants to change the dynamics for the younger business owners in the mix. “With Elevate, I found I had to network really hard to get clients because I was the new kid on the block,” she says. “When you network in Brisbane, it’s a lot of alcohol-based events and that’s not something that aligns with me. I’m quite focussed on my fitness and health. “So with Boss Central, I’m creating business/ fitness events that I’ll host every fortnight but it’s more targeted towards a younger crowd because I felt like there was a massive gap in the market for the 20, 30 and even 40’s age bracket. “All the networking events I was going to people were aged 50, 60 and up and I wasn’t really connecting so I thought I’d look to see if there was anything for younger people and they just do not exist. I thought why not combine fitness and self-development because young business owners generally invest in that anyway.” Starting on the Gold Coast (where she is now partially based and splitting her time from Caboolture) and then moving into Brisbane, the events will include informative interviews by Kateesha and then a component of fitness or self-development followed by the opportunity to network and share referrals.
Queensland up and running, I’ll look at expanding all over Australia. It’s something I’m really passionate about and I feel there is a big gap that needs to be filled. “Being a business owner made me realise how lonely it is to be in that role and the vision of Boss Central is for no young entrepreneur to feel lonely on their business journey.” Although she is young in age, Kateesha belies an attitude of someone much older. She’s achieved so much in a short space of time including completing university, a job in the mines, working in the hospitality industry and now her businesses. “I feel like I’ve not done enough,” she says. “I’ve got big visions of where I want to be in the future. I look at what I’ve done and think that’s cool, but there’s so much more I need to do to get to where I want to be. You can never compare yourself to someone else because your journey is so different. I never judge others on what they’re doing but I’m also hard on myself with my own expectations.” The backing and total support from her family has also been a massive influence in how she conducts herself in the business world. Kateesha’s parents are also business owners and although they may have done things differently to her own business models, she is grateful to have their knowledge and advice. Despite everything she has already accomplished, Kateesha admits there have been times where she has thought success wasn’t going to come her way. “I think that’s a natural thought to have that things won’t go well, especially when you’re first starting out,” she says. “That’s something I really want to incorporate into Boss Central. To create a space where people feel safe to open up and say if they’re struggling with something in their business and I need some help, they have others to turn to. “There’s definitely been times I’ve thought it’s not all worth the stress but I’m very excited about Boss Central. It’s a different concept, it’s new and the more people I’m telling about, the more confident I feel in this pathway because people are seeing it’s there and how much it is needed as well. I guess you just have to keep reminding yourself of what the end goal is.”
“So the plan is to eventually include North Brisbane and grow further from there,” Kateesha says. “So once I have South East
Extra Funding for Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre THE DECEPTION BAY Neighbourhood Centre will get a $20,000 boost as part of the State Government’s one-off $2.54 million funding injection for Queensland’s statefunded neighbourhood centres.
most disadvantaged in our community. “We know neighbourhood and community centres have faced increased costs in keeping their staff, volunteers and visitors safe during the pandemic.
The funding will help with increased demand for services as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. “The Deception Bay Neighbourhood Centre lies at the heart of our community and this funding is very welcome,” said Chris Whiting MP.
“Yet we’ve seen many centres lose income due to a drop off in room bookings. “The Palaszczuk Government greatly values the work of neighbourhood and community centres across Queensland.
“It helps out local residents in so many ways and provides opportunities for some of the
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“That is why we are providing additional funding to support their important work through the pandemic,” he said.
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I HAVE A confession to make. I am one of 'those' people who let the Aussie reputations down when it comes to sports. Despite being a true-blue Aussie, I have never had any interest in sport of any kind. I don't like to watch it. I don't want to play it. I don't care who wins. This makes life somewhat awkward when so many Aussies are sports fans. They don't understand why the only thing I enjoy about the golf course is the alcoholic beverage cart, why I am not interested in watching their kids' team and why I don't know any of the sports teams. The simple fact is, I do not classify a group of people running around – usually in very short uniforms – fighting over one ball as entertaining. If you just gave each of them a ball, perhaps we could all just go home and do something more meaningful with our lives. There are so many more reasons I can put forward in my case of anti-sport. Traditionally it's hot, sweaty, dirty, and people hurt themselves. Everyone gets a prize with many kids sports, but then these kids are thrown into the world of adult sport where you are only rewarded if you win. What damage does that do to our kid's self-esteem? A topic for another column, perhaps. Add to this the streakers or protestors, and sport of any kind does not equal fun in my book. So when I was invited to attend an outing with friends to play a virtual sport, I was at a crossroads. Suddenly, a type of sport was presented to me, which made all my reasons null and void. An airconditioned environment removes the heat and sweat issue. Highly unlikely an injury will occur. Fully stocked bar in the same room to help cure the boredom if I don't enjoy it. Was this excitement or nausea I was feeling? Either way, I had to run to the bathroom. My first sports day arrived at Play It Central located inside Sports Central, Caboolture. I had low expectations. Very low. My spirits lifted when I was forced to walk past the bar to get to the virtual golf and race car simulators. Pit stop already? Why not! That was the first and last stop at the bar. For me, a non-sports person, I had so much fun playing (not watching) the virtual sports on offer that I simply lost track of time. So now I can say that I am a virtual sports person – which I would like to believe is the upper-class version of sports in general. For those anti-sport people like me, I recommend you give it a go. Suppose you consider yourself a pro at golf or race cars. In that case, you will find the technology simply world-class and perhaps a more attentive partner when you return home, not wreaking of body odour with a delivery of stained clothes to be washed.
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Planting for the future Words: Sheree Hoddinett Photographer: Lawrie Smith
When it comes to native plants, Beryl Raddatz certainly has a wealth of knowledge on the topic. As the face behind Northside Natives for more than 25 years, Beryl has cultivated a nursery that has cemented its place within the local community and beyond. What started as somewhat of a second calling after moving on from teaching, Northside Natives has grown from a small business into a nursery that provides plants to retail nurseries from the Gold Coast to Townsville and even interstate. Despite her obvious success and having quite the green thumb, Beryl remains quietly humbled by her achievements.
Pawsome Cafes Words: Marnie Birch
NORTHSIDE NATIVES BEGAN its life in Narangba back in 1996, moving across to Burpengary in 2006. Growing a variety of native plants along with a few other options, Beryl has found her niche with Grevilleas. “Grevilleas are the main thing we grow and we’re known for that. Nurseries come to us for this special stock,” she says. “We also grow Banksias, focusing on the Dwarf Banksias, not the general ones. We also grow a complete range including Callistemons, Melaleucas, Leptospermums, Goodenias…so many natives to choose from.” Initially starting with retail, Beryl was also given the opportunity to grow some PBR (Plant Breeders Rights) Grevilleas. This is essentially a patent on the plant and you have to have a licence to grow them.
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“It’s definitely a different aspect of the business that I’ve enjoyed being able to get into,” she says. “Starting and building up a nursery is hard work but it’s very rewarding too. Much like If you’re looking for something more substantial every other job, I’ve had times where I wanted than just coffee, the $10 lunch specials and to give up. But the love and passion has always doggie treats can be savoured while relaxing been there.” in laid-back, comfy, wingback chairs. I enjoyed one of their specialty muffins and a refreshingly Although no longer as hands on as she used to different Lychee Lemonade Soda Punch, but this be, Beryl can still be found with traces of dirt dog-friendly cafe has a more comprehensive under her fingernails. menu of all-day breakfasts, waffles, burgers and pasta for the hungrier appetites. Also catering “Admittedly, I don’t do the hard work anymore,” to private functions, they’re serving til 2 pm, 7 she says. “I do the organising, managing and paperwork behind the scenes. But I did start days a week. with all the hard work and when I’m doing my stocktake I’m back out there. 31-35 Golden Wattle Drive, Narangba Valley @StellarossaNarangba
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Just off the highway off-ramp and with décor as ultra-chic as Italy itself, this newly opened petfriendly Patisserie offers well-spaced undercover seating for larger pooches and mouth-watering Italian-inspired people treats. The hazelnut and white chocolate biscotti is too tempting to resist as is the Peach specialty comprising two delicately soft cookies joined with a custard centre, then rolled in Italian liqueur and sugar. The food is hand-crafted from start to finish on the premises and includes Italian style Pastries, Savoury Danish, as well as Lasagne, Cannelloni and Pasta sauces, (there’s even a $2 refund for returned empty pasta sauce jars). The later closing time of 3pm will suit those keen for an afternoon coffee fix or something for dinner. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, Georgia is hard at work from 5 am Wednesday – Sunday.
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“Nursery people always have dirt under their nails. I’ve never had long nails because I used to chew them and then one day I just stopped. But I was talking to my sister recently and I said I know why women paint their nails, it’s to hide all the dirt.” Even with multiple varieties in the nursery and her own garden blooming beautifully, Beryl admits she doesn’t have a favourite plant. “I have to say no, I don’t have a favourite, there’s probably too many to choose from,” she says. “If I was establishing a garden now I’d be stumped for what I could put in it. There’s so many plants I would like to grow but I can’t say I’ve got a favourite. It would be like having to choose your favourite child and I can’t do that.” As with anyone wanting to grow a garden, while there are so many positives with watching plants grow, there is also the downside, even with a nursery setup. From pesky insects to drought, beryl has seen it all.
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“You have plants die, you deal with pests and diseases,” Beryl says. “It’s frustrating, especially at this time of year because it’s perfect growing weather but it’s also perfect for the insects and the diseases. So yes we do spray, if we didn’t we’d have nothing. “But the up side is watching the success, when something just goes right, especially when we do know so much can go wrong.” If you’re not feeling so advanced when it comes to growing anything green, Beryl has a few tips and tricks that may help you a little bit. “It really depends on what you’re planning to grow,” she says. “But if you’re growing plants like Banksias, Kangaroo’s Paw or Grevilleas, drainage is important. “One of the things I’ve learnt is if you’re buying soil for natives, don’t buy the good soil, buy Deco - decomposed granite - it’s like big grains of sand. It has good air-filled porosity (air in the soil) and it retains moisture. Don’t waste your money on good soil. “Another little hint - if you have trouble growing Kangaroo Paws – focus on the big ones. The taller growing ones are the heartiest. The smaller ones are good for pots. “Lastly, if you have a patch of garden that doesn’t dry out well, stick to things like Melaleucas and Callistemons. They will handle it better.” Beryl will be at the upcoming Native Plants Queensland Autumn Plant Market at Samford Showground on April 2. Last time Beryl’s stock sold out before lunchtime, a very good sign of how popular she is. But if there’s any indication of how highly regarded Beryl is, fellow plant enthusiast and landscape architect Lawrie Smith is definitely a fan of what she has accomplished. “What Beryl has done for native plants as a member of Native Plants Queensland and through her nursery is second to none,” he says. “Her propagation work for the countless thousands of specimens produced over the past two decades has certainly expedited the process of Australians planting our unique Australian plants in their gardens.” Beryl is planning on retiring and hopes the person taking over will continue growing natives and even expand the range. For further information about Northside Natives phone 3888 1854.
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Recycle Batteries with B-Cycle Above: TradeTools Caboolture manager John McCormack with Member for Longman Terry Young at the battery recycling collection point in the store.
DEVELOPED BY THE Battery Stewardship Council, B-Cycle is about creating a responsible battery lifecycle and has recently received a $1 million boost from the Government. “We have given B-Cycle the Government’s tick of approval as an accredited product stewardship scheme: this means that both consumers and industry can be assured that it meets strict environmental and human health standards,” Federal Member for Longman Terry Young said. Batteries play a critical role in powering our everyday lives but are also one of Australia’s fastest-growing waste streams with Australians buying enough batteries each year to circle the planet Earth 2.3 times.
These batteries contain valuable components like zinc, lithium, cobalt, graphite, and manganese which can be recycled and remade into valuable new products like paint, car tyres, metal tools, computer parts, new batteries, and more. B-Cycle accepts household batteries including button batteries, AAs and AAAs, power tool batteries, camera batteries, and e-bike batteries. “Please recycle your used batteries with B-Cycle,” Mr Young said. Participating drop off points include Woolworths, Aldi, Bunnings, Office Works, Total Tools, TradeTools Caboolture and soon Coles. You can find your nearest collection point by visiting bcycle.com.au
Sign Up to Clean Up!
It’s that time of the year when Moreton Bay locals roll up their sleeve and take pride in place by joining the nation’s largest community-based environment event ¬- Clean Up Australia Day! WITH LESS THAN a month until Sunday March 6, Mayor Peter Flannery is calling on residents to register their Clean Up sites now before time runs out. “Moreton Bay locals are passionate about their community and the environment, so this is the perfect opportunity to do your bit to make sure our region is in pristine condition for our kids and the wildlife in which we share our land and waterways with,” he said. “We’re the third largest Council in Australia and we’re the fifth fastest growing Local Government Area too, so the environment has never been more important. “I’m dedicated to ensuring Moreton Bay is ‘greening as we grow’ through a host of environmentally friendly initiatives like supporting Clean Up Australia Day.
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“Did you know we’re constructing green roads out of recycled car tyres, which has saved 2,200 tonnes of landfill from ending up in our waste facilities as well as making huge carbon savings? “We’re also turning methane gas emissions from our waste facilities into green renewable energy that powers up to 7,000 homes. “These are just a few of the examples this Council is doing to make sure Moreton Bay is better place for everyone to enjoy for many years to come. “Join thousands of volunteers and register a Clean Up Australia Day site for this March 6 by visiting Council’s website or simply join one of the many events near you.” For more information about Clean Up Australia Day, please visit: www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Events/ Clean-Up-Australia-Day
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Landcare Australia is calling for abstracts for the 2022 National Landcare Conference. This is a chance for individuals, community groups, organisations and universities to showcase their innovative environmental projects to an international audience. To have your paper considered for presentation for the 2022 National Landcare Conference, an abstract of 500 words or less must be submitted by 11.59pm (AEST) on 13 March 2022. For more information, visit nationallandcareconference. org.au. Sandstone Point Hotel won “Overall Hotel of the Year”, the biggest title of the night at the Australian Hotels Association Awards for Excellence last month. This recognition comes just after the Comiskey family announced that their portfolio will double in size over the next couple of years, even venturing into the Sunshine Coast to build a brand new venue called The Doonan. Leading Australian university, Curtin University, and Perth-based medicinal cannabis company, Little Green Pharma Ltd (LGP), have joined forces to explore the use of medicinal cannabis treatment options for obesity and related health issues. In what will be one of the coolest music events this year, world-renowned beatboxer Tom Thum and classical powerhouse Gordon Hamilton will perform their genre defining symphonic show, Thum Prints with Queensland Symphony Orchestra on Friday 8 April at QPAC’s Concert Hall. Thanks to a $1.5 million grant from the Australian Government, Lifeline Australia has now been able to fast-track the expansion of text and chat services to 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week to meet demand and increase accessibility for hard-to-reach groups. Criminal charges in Australia and civil action in the United States seek to hold Facebook accountable for its alleged role in facilitating and contributing to schemes that defraud victims. Facebook could face fines if found guilty of the Australian charges. The unprecedented legal action follows requests by Dr Forrest urging Facebook to make changes. Medical Laboratory Science students and graduates from the University of the Sunshine Coast are helping the pathology industry meet escalating demand during the latest COVID surge by picking up more part-time work processing COVID tests and other support roles in public and private laboratories. Unitywater has committed $52,000 to grassroot community groups to support their work with environmental and social causes across the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay and Noosa regions. A Brave Life, Rotary Redcliffe Sunrise, Mindle Bygul Aboriginal Corporation, The Pyjama Foundation, and Strength Potential were among 12 community groups to receive up to $5,000 from the utility as part of its latest community grants round. An Australian conservation scientist is among a group of global researchers who can now answer the question: How many tree species exist in the world? The answer – about 73,000 – was published overnight in US science journal PNAS, reflecting the efforts of the University of the Sunshine Coast Forest Research Institute Professor Andy Marshall and almost 150 scientists who have spent years identifying trees both common and rare.
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New Yoga Studio in Burpengary COUNTING STARS YOGA Studio celebrated the opening of their Burpengary Yoga Studio late last month. Counting Stars is a positive place, focusing on Lifestyle, Wellness, Cooking and Adventure as well as online and in studio gift shop. “Counting Stars Yoga studio can be hired for yoga classes, retreats, specialty workshops and weekend retreats and training,” said Lisa Foxwell. “You can book our yoga studio for Hen’s nights with a relaxing yoga twist, birthdays or just a pampering get together. Full catering can be provided.”
The new studio is a 20-minute walk from Burpengary Train Station with ample parking safely located right outside. It safely holds up to 16 students (check numbers due to Covid-19 restrictions). If you enjoy practicing yoga, for your physical, mental, and spiritual health, this modern studio with a country theme may be just for you. A place for all abilities, body types and ages. We hold Hatha, restorative, Nidra and children’s classes. As well as introductory workshops and Ayurveda. The studio is located at Burpengary, you can contact Lisa Foxwell on 0402 859 608 or for more information, or visit www.countingstars.com.au
In Awe of Aviation Words: Marnie Birch
IMAGINE THE THRILL of sitting in a cockpit of a military helicopter, or Huey, one that has served in the Middle East peacekeeping forces in the Sinai Desert, or of seeing a Russian Mig-17 or even the ejection capsule from an iconic RAAF F111. If this sounds exciting, head on down to the Caboolture Warplane & Flight Heritage Museum, where you’ll find Queensland’s largest museum collection of working warplanes and aviation memorabilia. Tended by a group of dedicated volunteers who restore and maintain the aircraft to flying standards, the heritage collection also includes a Gipsy moth that was piloted by Captain Charles Kennedy Scott in 1931. This aeroplane set a world flight record, from London to Darwin, breaking an earlier record set, by Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith, by 19 hours. Visitors will also see the iconic Australia-built Wirraway, our nation’s answer to the infamous Japanese Zero, which featured so prominently in the airborne battles of World War II. School and community groups can take a personalized guided tour with an aviation enthusiast who are keen to answer questions and share stories of extraordinary courage of some of our pioneer aviators, unsung Australian trailblazers such as Warrant Office Leonard Waters, the first indigenous Kittyhawk pilot who flew 95 missions and 103 sorties in World War II. During one of his missions, his plane was hit and yet he continued to fly the aircraft for the next two hours with the unexploded bomb on board, before landing safely. Together with the aircraft, visitors can browse static displays of artifacts and memorabilia from Australia’s history of armed conflicts; discover how aviation engines work and check out a vintage model planes collection, examples of weaponry, military clothing, badges and even a gun carrier. Founded in 1995 and staffed by Caboolture locals, the museum is open seven days a week. It welcomes visitors of all ages and is a great outing for children who’ll love having their photo taken in the cockpit of a restored Taylor monoplane. Drop by Hangar 101, 157 McNaught Road, Caboolture between 9am and 3pm daily. The museum is wheelchair accessible and wheelie walkers are welcome. Disability carers are admitted free.
THE HOODOO GURUS will be releasing their 10th studio album - Chariot of the Gods - on Friday, 11 March. Chariot of the Gods drops ahead of the band’s 40th Anniversary Tour commencing in April 2022 alongside long-time mutual friends, The Dandy Warhols, and is their first full-length album in over 10 years. “The last two years have been frustrating and nerve-racking for everyone but, for the
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Hoodoo Gurus, this dark cloud has had a silver lining. Forced to rely on ourselves instead of the outside world for validation, there has been a creative rebirth within the band that has resulted in a string of singles and a new album. Most important of all, the musical bonds between the four of us have never been stronger. When the discussions are all about which songs we're sad about having to leave off the record, that's a damn good sign. I'm tellin' ya, folks, we've got a real spring in our step right now,” said Dave Faulkner.
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TIME TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS With the recent wave of Omicron spreading throughout the region, a number of businesses have been impacted by COVID-related staff shortages, supply chain issues and loss of visitation. In response, Moreton Bay Regional Council launched Back a Local last month, a six-week community campaign aimed at encouraging locals to eat, drink, shop, play, spend and back a local business. “Here in Moreton Bay, it’s in our DNA to embrace the Aussie way and look out for each other. Our businesses need the support of their local community, now more than ever,” said Mayor Peter Flannery. “We might be the third largest local government in Australia, but our locals unapologetically embrace a sense of community that can rival even the smallest of towns. “As a local resident myself, I’m pledging to back a local business whenever I can in 2022, and I’m urging the community to join the cause. Whether it’s choosing to celebrate a special occasion at a local restaurant, engaging a professional service, or buying a gift, consumers are being urged to take a moment to consider where they are going to spend their hard-earned dollars. Our local businesses have been required to adapt during COVID to continue serving the community and have expressed their gratitude for community support. “Before 2019, we had people coming through with buses,” said Michael Connolly from Dreamtime Kullilla Art, “it was such a great time, and then COVID came. Everything stopped, lockdown, and we thought, ‘oh, what do we do’? With our online business, we started to get orders in. COVID gave us a new look into our website, a new look into our products on the website and how we present it.” Caboolture Sports Club also reported that visitation had been down across their venues.
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Caboolture Sports Club have been supported by the local community, choosing to dine or book functions through their venues. There are 29,000 businesses in the Moreton Bay Region supporting close to 140,000 jobs which help shape our region into Queensland’s best place to live, work and play. Back a Local’s objective is to help consumers develop a greater awareness of local businesses and the huge difference their support can make to their staff and families. “Right now, the [Abbey] museum traditionally is at its busiest, bustling with hundreds of students on excursions,” said Edith Cuffe from Abbey Museum. “instead, we are facing our quietest ever start to the year. But it hasn’t been all doom and gloom. We’ve been overwhelmed by the generosity of our community,” Mandy Schultz from Luvaberry Farm reminded consumers of the followon effect even a simple coffee stop at a café that supports local business can have on our local farmers. “Over the last two years, for many people with the closing of restaurants, cafes and catering and all those special events that require food, it’s taken its impact on many farms in the region and the restaurants,” she said. “So, if you get the opportunity, check in with your local café whether or not they’re supporting local, because it really does make a difference to us.” To help residents show their support, a range of free resources are available on the Moreton Bay Regional Council website, including a printable Back a Local poster. The community can help spread the message by sharing social media assets on their personal and business Facebook and Instagram pages. For more information about Locals Backing Locals, visit www.moretonbay.gov.au/back-alocal.
“This isn’t a surprise considering a third of our membership base are seniors,” said Kevin Patch, who expressed that, like many businesses,
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BACKING LOCAL.
Here in Moreton Bay, we’re big in size but even mightier in heart and community spirit. Next time you go to pull out your wallet, back a local Moreton Bay business.
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Do You Know Your Interest Rate? Interest rates are a big factor in each repayment and the total cost over the life of a loan, so staying on Vanessa Bragdon top of your current rate, as Cornerstone Home Loans well as the interest trends across the market, is essential. By staying on top of interest rates, borrowers can make informed decisions about choosing a first-time home loan or getting a better rate by refinancing.
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Interest rate percentages are based on a number of factors – the Reserve Bank, the cost of money on overseas markets, and the general state of the economy. Interest rates don’t appear to move by much when looked at as a simple number, sometimes only a fraction of a percent, but each basis point makes a significant difference to the total cost of a loan, and makes a big difference when you’re working to pay down your mortgage. When you first lock in a home loan, you’ll choose a fixed or variable interest rate. A fixed rate does not change over a set period of time, and your payments will be predictable each pay cycle. On the other hand, a variable rate is attached to the market interest rate and will move up and down with the market. You can also opt to have a split loan where a portion of your loan is fixed and the rest is variable.
Interest rate calculators are very useful to help you compare rates across fixed and variable loans , and translate the rates into an impact on monthly repayments, loan length and the total cost of a loan. The Reserve Bank has held the official cash rate steady at its record low of 0.1 per cent since November 2020. Australia has not seen a cash rate rise since November 2010 however there is much speculation that interest rates are going to rise sooner rather than later. One of the big four banks predict a rate rise as early as August 2022, while RBA Governor, Philip Lowe, has repeatedly said he does not expect any increase until at least late 2023.
Currently, variable interest rates are relatively quite low, however fixed rates have increased significantly across all lenders. While there is no crystal ball, it seems inevitable that home owners will need to be prepared that the run of record low interest rates is going to come to an end in the coming year or two. The best way to keep on top of those movements is to stay in contact with your finance broker. They will be able to help you either get a better interest rate with your current lender, or to shop around to find the best deal for refinancing when the time is right for you. Do you have a finance question? Ask Vanessa! Email editor@featuremagazine.com.au
Van Gogh
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During the recent workshops conducted at my Art So Lively Arts Academy, I lost count of the number of students, both adult and children who Gabrielle Turnbull Art So Lively asked whether I'd visited the magnificent `Van Gogh Alive` exhibition at The Grand Pavilion, Hamilton’s Northshore. But due to heavy work commitments during its showing I missed it, much to my immense disappointment.
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Students’ comments like “It was like being in his paintings” and “It was being surrounded with so much colour and light. A truly wonderful experience!” were just two that I can remember, and these only added to my misery. Before it came to Brisbane, the exhibition had entranced over one million visitors in sixty-five countries, world-wide. I had long admired the work of this great post-impressionist Dutch artist. The bold colours, his strong brushwork, and the wonderfully different forms he produced all had a great influence on my subsequent work as an abstract artist. But sadly, his life was not a happy one. In his 37 short years on this planet, he was racked with self- doubt as he craved human affection, which eluded him. Unlucky in love, he was rejected by a girl in London, where he worked first as a language teacher and then a lay preacher. Dismayed, he returned to his native Holland, continuing his
religious studies. His disagreement with church authorities led him to do missionary work with the impoverished coal mining community in Belgium. But again, he fell afoul of church authorities and once again abandoned and penniless he sank into depression. Increasingly his erratic behaviour, brought on by depression created his further isolation from everyday life and turning inwards he started to draw at the age of twenty-seven. Suddenly finding solace that he had not experienced before. He met and formed a turbulent friendship with fellow artist Paul Gaugin, with whom he
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competed for the affections of a prostitute. Desperate for her love, he cut off an ear and presented it to her as a token of his passion for her. Subsequently admitted to a mental asylum, he continued painting, during which he produced his most famous oil on canvas painting `The Starry Night`, one year before committing suicide by shooting himself in the chest. He only sold one painting during his lifetime which is ironic when in 1990, his `Portrait of Dr Gachet` sold for U.S.$82.5 million. Do you have an art question? Ask Gabrielle! Email editor@featuremagazine.com.au
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Why Does My Skin React to Everything? "Doesn't matter what product I use, even with the most expensive brand, my Skin reacts!" As a beauty Monica Shannahan therapist, I hear this phrase La Bella Day Spa + Clinic a lot.
When the capillary function is overworked, we experience an over-production and abnormal development of capillary networks within the skin, which can impair the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the stem cells and melanocytes, essentially starving them. This results in stem cells and melanocyte function becoming sluggish, and we will experience slow healing ability.
It is a frustrating feeling especially considering that the purpose of a good skincare product is to help improve the appearance and texture of your skin, whether you are fighting breakouts, dry skin or trying to regain a more youthful appearance.
So, what can we do? Let's look at each one of the causes and see what we can practically do to reduce the inflammation.
A good skin care product with the right amount and type of actives will optimise the hydration, the barrier function and the cell turnover of the skin, allowing you to experience glowing and healthy-looking skin.
In the case of impaired acid mantle, we need to remove any stripping ingredients from our skin routine, replace with nourishing and conditioning ingredients and supplement the diet with essential fatty acids.
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So why do some people experience redness and itchiness? Redness and itchiness are signs of inflammation, apparently caused by applying the cream. But which is the problem, the cream or the skin? Let's take out our microscope and see what can cause an inflammatory reaction. There are 3 key factors to consider when looking at inflammation: • Acid Mantle health • Langerhans Cells strength • Capillary function The acid mantle, also known as the hydrolipid film, is the very thin film on the skin's surface
If it is the Langerhans Cells that are weak, we can use a topical Vitamin B3 to support them and help them to proliferate, becoming stronger. formed by lipids and water. When the Acid For a health capillary function, we can use a Mantle is impaired, irritants can penetrate the topical Vitamin C which will assist in building skin too quickly, which leads to overstimulation strong and healthy capillary networks. of deeper cells. Knowing the cause of the reaction is key to Langerhans Cells, the bodyguards of the skin, selecting the right product for your skin, thus should be present in large numbers in the giving you the results you set out to achieve. skin to have an efficient immune response and therefore healthy skin. Suppose the skin is deficient in Langerhans Cells. In that case, the effectiveness of the skin's immunity is reduced Do you have a beuaty question? Ask Manica! and leads to excessive immune responses to Email editor@featuremagazine.com.au small threats.
Arthritis and Exercise Arthritis is the term used to describe a range of inflammatory conditions that affect the joints, often resulting in pain, stiffness and swelling.
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The Moreton All Body Care Team In healthy joints cartilage assists in absorbing shock whilst allowing smooth movement, however in arthritis the cartilage is damaged leaving the bone unprotected while the joint loses its ability to move smoothly. Arthritis typically affects the knees, hips, spine, hands and big toes. In Australia arthritis is thought to affect 3.9 million people and is the second most common cause of early retirement due to ill-health. Individuals with arthritis may find physical activity challenging due to pain and functional limitations, however regular exercise is key to managing arthritic conditions as it assists with pain reduction whilst maintaining muscle strength. In addition, exercise in this population has been seen to reduce joint stiffness, assist in preventing functional decline and improving quality of life. There are a variety of types of physical activity that individuals with arthritis are able to engage in. Such types include aerobic exercise, strength training and aquatic exercise amongst many others. It is recommended that individuals aim to engage in physical activity 4-5 times a week for at least 30 mins at a time. Aerobic exercise is exercise such as cycling,
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walking or using a rowing machine. For individuals with arthritis it is recommended to avoid high-impact activities such as jogging as this places high loads on the affected joints. Strength training through the muscles of the thigh, hip and calf is important in people with arthritis as these muscles are often weak in this population and are important for activities of daily living. Strength exercises can be performed using body weight, resistance bands or weights. 2-5 repetitions of each exercise should be completed initially, using pain as an index of intensity, and gradually increase to 1012 repetitions. Aquatic exercise is useful, particularly in individuals with severe arthritis, as the load through the joints is decreased in the water. Aquatic exercise can be performed in a group or individually. Other types of exercise such as tai chi, balance exercises and stretching are also beneficial for individuals with arthritis as they improve flexibility and range of motion, which is often limited in these individuals. There are a few things to remember when exercising with arthritis: • Avoid strenuous exercise during periods of
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inflammation and acute flare ups - during this time gently move joints through their full range of motion It is not uncommon to experience a little bit of soreness through the arthritic joint during exercise - this is normal and does not mean that the arthritis is getting worse, however significant pain or swelling during/after exercise may mean the exercise program needs to be revised Perform a warm up at a low intensity prior to exercise to minimise pain levels Physical activity progression should occur through changes in duration over increased intensity Range of motion through the affected joint may be restricted by arthritic changes and swelling, don't push through these restrictions - over time the range should gradually increase by working to the comfortable range limits
For more information or guidance on exercising with arthritis see one of our friendly Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapists. Do you have a health question? Email us at editor@featuremagazine.com.au
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Pregnancy Massage Words: Lorinda Beattie, Remedial Massage Therapist at Zen Chi Natural Therapies
Pregnancy is a significant and highly transformative time in a woman’s life. Stepping into motherhood is a rite of passage. However, in today’s society, the sacredness of moving from womanhood to motherhood is not as honoured in the same way it once was. Lorinda Beattie, Remedial Massage therapist and mother to four children, has been reflecting on the importance of mother’s-to-be taking time to honour their changing bodies, relaxing, and preparing to step into motherhood. Pregnancy is a fleeting moment in time, and I want to ensure the Pregnant Women who come into Zen Chi are given an experience that meets not only their immediate needs of alleviating discomfort but goes beyond so as they can bond with their baby There is a deep emotional connection between mother and baby throughout pregnancy, but with working full time, the commitment of running a household and potentially having other children to care for placing demands on the mum, the time to nurture that connection is limited. Scheduling one hour regularly throughout pregnancy to have a massage provides an opportunity to enjoy baby’s movement inside the womb. A pregnancy massage will relax and loosen tight muscles, reduce pain, improve mood, helps sleep and makes a helpful addition to any prenatal care plan. It’s the complete mind-body and soul experience that Lorinda holds true when working with Pregnancy.
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Autumn: The Best Season of All green canopy, is often seen as a focus in many Moreton Bay parks. Smaller relatives Eumundi Quandong E. eumundi and Blueberry Ash E. reticulatis put on a similar show of foliage colour.
Not surprisingly autumn is the ideal time to plant your garden if you live in Moreton Bay. Don’t expect to have one of those drop dead beautiful seasonal autumn gardens with all the red, orange and gold leaves splashing the garden for a few weeks, then carpeting the ground with a layer of mouldy decaying leaves. Here in the sub-tropics we have very few deciduous trees that will give us that autumn spectacle, as temperatures rarely drop low enough to trigger the foliage colours found in temperate climates.
There are a few commonly used exotic deciduous species that colour well in our climate - three of these are from the south-eastern USA. Liquidambar Liquidambar styraciflua, Swamp Cypress Taxodium distichum, and Tropical Birch
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Autumn is wonderful! The best season of the year in my opinion. Days are getting shorter and shadows progressively Lawrie Smith AM becoming temperature and Landscape Architect longer; humidity is much reduced; there is ample residual soil moisture from the summer rains; weed growth is slowing and so is the lawn, equalling less maintenance; and many shrubs and trees are flowering triggered by the cooler conditions. The hot dry conditions of spring cannot possibly match the beautiful autumn period from March to June.
White Cedar Melia azedarach puts on a reliable show of falling golden leaves, before covering the umbrella canopy with masses of perfumed lilac flower sprays. The leaves of Flame Tree Brachychiton acerifolius will often turn yellow before falling, then flower magnificently in scarlet. The Yellow Poinciana Peltophorum pterocarpum leaves will turn yellow, fall, then display massed golden flower clusters over the new green canopy.
Betula nigra. It is really not worth trying most of the other temperate species like Maples, Oaks etc, as they do not tolerate our subtropical climate. GARDEN TIP Autumn is an ideal time to prune your plants to form. Perhaps a shrub has grown too tall and wide, overgrowing its garden location. Consider ‘up-pruning’ – this means that you trim off all the lower side branches from the main trunks to leave a ‘skeleton’ of several stems about one metre tall, topped by a canopy of leaves. This will open up a view through into the garden behind, and will allow the sun to penetrate under the foliage providing an new garden area ideal to plant a carpet of flowering semi-shade ground covers. It is surprising how this will visually open up your garden and give a more spacious feeling!
PLANTS OF THE MONTH Some of the more interesting native tree species that will reward you with colourful autumn leaves, even a few which display randomly throughout the year, include: The tall stately Blue Quandong Elaeocarpus grandis with brilliant red leaves scattered regularly throughout the evergreen deep
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After 40 years in the Australian Second Hand Goods & Antique Industry, I have witnessed many incredible things, Meade Murphy Murphy's Antiques & but the resurgence in Restoration the antiques and mid century items in the last two years has been unbelievable.
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This resurgence has also created a major boom in the restoration of furniture into a more fashionable/modern look such as lime washing & 2 pack painting of old furniture and of course the now popular Hampton style. So what has created this boom? Looking back, it pretty much started when Brisbane came out of lockdown in early April 2020. It appeared that while people where in lockdown, painting their house etc, they also had time to Google antique furniture and do their research and math. It turns out antique furniture is solid timber, already assembled, sturdy & sound and doesn’t grow if it gets wet like painted cardboard furniture.....it doesn’t come in a cardboard box either and can be moved from house to house without disassembling it for the fear of breaking it in transport – antique furniture will last for the rest of your life. So now, zero cardboard furniture is a very economical investment in this throw away world! My industry also sees a lot of young ladies in their early 30’s to mid 50’s collecting crystal, green depression and uranium glass. It appears that crystal and depression glass have
become an affordable collectable, as the elderly are downsizing into smaller premises due to the housing sector experiencing a boom in prices. Over the coming months I will be writing a column to share with you information about antique periods & styles, from the Georgian period of the 1790’s to the Art Deco period of the 1930’s. Also, Australian styles such as Rosenstengel furniture, Bell Brothers and various other Australian cabinet makers. We
will discuss glass, china, jewellery and other collectibles. I will be available if you have any questions at the Antique and Collectibles Fair from 1st April to 3rd April in the Reid Pavilion at the R.N.A Showgrounds this year. I will also be starting the restoration of St Mary’s Cathedral in Ipswich after Easter. So I will be giving you some very valuable restoration advice on all finishes and some insider trade secrets. Do you have a question for Meade? Email us at editor@featuremagazine.com.au
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Critically Speaking: Bee Gees Musical In August 2017, Los Angeles Times reporter Ashley Lee excitedly broke the news Richard Lancaster to the legions of Bee Gees The Cryptic Critic fans all over the United States, that the group would be getting their own Broadway musical. “Universal Pictures president Jimmy Horowitz announced that its live theatre division has reached an agreement with Barry Gibb, Yvonne Gibb and the estates of the late Robin and Maurice Gibb to develop a stage musical based on the life story of the Bee Gees. Barry Gibb will serve as an executive producer on the project, which will feature the groups iconic music” her article stated.
But with all the Hollywood hype and glamour, that is not what happened. Barry has waited nearly 5 years and still waits for the Bee Gees musical to hit the Broadway stage. The iconic group comprising Barry, Robin and Maurice are among the world’s best-selling musical artists of all time. Hits such as `How can you mend a Broken Heart`, `Stayin Alive` and `Too Much Heaven` and many others rocketed the threesome to fame and fortune in the 1960s and 70s, culminating in Barry attaining a knighthood for his contribution to the music industry in 2018.
Bio musicals have gained enormous success with such adaptions of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons life story into `The Jersey Boys` and Carole King’s `Beautiful`. Stars such as Gloria Estefan, Donna Summer, Tina Turner and Cher’s life stories and music have all travelled the same route. But there is light in the tunnel for the Bee Gees Musical. Last week I spoke with Sir Barry’s long standing manager Dick Ashby, who said that they have an agreement with the same production team who did the `Queen` movie to make a Bee Gees movie and the deal is that the stage musical will follow the movie. The movie should hit the screens in 2024. So Sir Barry’s wish of having a Bee Gees musical should come about seven years late!
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The article quoted Barry Gibb as saying “This is a wonderful opportunity for our family. I’m personally very excited to be a part of the
creative process along with Yvonne and Dwina. Its another adventure for us and a chance to throw the spotlight on all of my brothers and finally the real story of us will be told. It’s an honour to be working alongside the people I most respect. I can’t wait to get started.”
A Touch of Class for Caboolture Rugby COUNCIL HAS JOINED forces with the Caboolture Sports Club, and the Federal and State Governments to build a new $6.15 million rugby union and touch football facility at the Petersen Road Sports Ground, Morayfield for nearly 2,000 local players who use the existing facility. The Federal Government has contributed $1.5 million towards this project, CSC $1.36 million, State Government $1 million, with Council making up the remaining $2.3 million. “This partnership with Caboolture Sports Club is a true testament to their investment in social fabric of the region through community and sporting facilities.” he said.
“The club also does a lot of great community work through their annual Sponsor and Charity Day Jersey Auction, which I hope can only get bigger and better with these new facilities,” said Mark Ryan.
“This is just another great step forward for the Caboolture and Morayfield area to improve lifestyle and quality of sports facilities for locals.
Caboolture Sports Club CEO Kelvin Patch is pleased to see all levels of government getting involved to support community sport.
“I’d like to shout out a massive thank you to Moreton Bay Regional Council and both the Federal and State Governments for their support to deliver a great outcome for the community.”
“Sport is an absolutely pivotal part of building a great community and we’ve seen the transformation over the many years we’ve been working in Moreton Bay,” he said.
As for Councillor Tony Latter (Div 12), he can’t wait to see it when it’s finished and cheer on the Snakes at home matches from the new viewing deck.
The project includes the demolition of the existing clubhouse, construction of a new clubhouse, including four multipurpose changerooms, amenities, kitchen, viewing decks and tiered seating. “Unfortunately, the clubhouse and facilities had become quite outdated which was becoming difficult for the nearly 2,000 participants who play here,” said Longman MP Terry Young “In particular the need for separate women’s changerooms so that both clubs could grow their participation numbers with the growing demand of women taking up both sports. Morayfield MP Mark Ryan reflected on The Snakes proud local history both on and off the field and this will help them grow both aspects and become a real focal point for the community.
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Puzzle Puzzle
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