OurNarangba & Burpengary Magazine April 2016 by The Local Times

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April 2016 Edition

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THIS EDITION LONGANS, MANGOES AND DRAGON FRUIT RIPE 4 FOR THE PICKING IN NARANGBA A KIND OF MAGIC AT KILLER QUEEN CHARITY EVENT 7 W O O D W I T H S O U L 9 M E E T O U R B U T C H E R I N G L O C A L S 11 C OUNTRY MEETS NARANGBA I N A MUSI C AL WAY 13 BURPENGARY ARTI SAN OASI S 15 NARANGBA BUSINESS GROUP 16 Pappi’s Café OUT & ABOUT 18 N A R A N G B A S T A T E S C H O O L 1 9 1 0 - 1 9 3 5 20 B O Q N A R A N G B A - Y O U R L O C A L B A N K I N G S O L U T I O N 21 L E A D I N G T H E P A C K W I T H J E S S I C A G E R O U X 23 All About Fleas HOME AND GARD EN WI TH NARANGBA HEI GHTS 25 Getting the Most Out of Your Room Renovation THE MY STERY OF THE ‘ METAL MEATBALL 26 TALK I NG FI NANC E WI TH LEE BOWD EN 27 Top Tips for Investing in Property R E A L E S T A T E W R A P U P W I T H D A R R E N G R I M W A D E 29 Which is Better Buying? Old Or New Properties? E D U C A T I O N A L L Y S P E A K I N G W I T H K A R E N C A R T E R 31 Help Your Child To Spell Well L I V E W E L L W I T H M E L T O R A Y A 33 Healthy... To Be or Not To Be? LOCAL SUPPORT FOR FIFO FAMILIES 34 LETS TALK WELLBEING WITH THERESE O’BRIEN 35 Common Ground T H E F L I P S I D E W I T H R E B E C C A & A L E X 36 Waisting Away COMMUNICATIONS MILESTONE FOR MORETON 38 POLICE DISTRICT CROSSWORD & PUZZLE 39 B R I B I E I S L A N D N A T I O N A L P A R K : O C E A N B E A C H 40 - A CAMP REVIEW T R A D E S & S E R V I C E S 42 C O M M U N I T Y N O T I C E B O A R D 43 I N R E V I E W W I T H J A D E M I T C H E L L 44 Langbourne D A T E C L A I M E R S 44 H O M E M A D E W I T H H A N N A H F O R S D I K E 46 DIY Room Diffuser I N T H E S P O T L I G H T 47 Craig Crowe

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Longans, Mangoes and Dragon Fruit Ripe for the Picking in Narangba by Melina Simpson

Ruminating livestock gazed with mild interest at the constant stream of vehicles entering The Longan Farm. Both the car park and picnic area were full for the farm’s 2016 Open Day (February 21) – and the hordes were ready to pick some fruit! The Longan Farm is situated on 42 acres of land on the corner of Raynbird and Roberts Roads, Narangba. Owned by Ron and Maree Tyas since 1983 (Maree sadly passed away in 2012), the Tyas’ initially grew bananas, but the steep land combined with no machinery or irrigation made the project extremely labour intensive for a dwindling South East Queensland market. The decision was made that Ron and son John would develop the farm for longan, mango and dragon fruit produce. Arriving on the first harvesting day of the 2016 season was a fantastic experience for our team. We were amazed at the number of people who knew about this beautiful place! ‘Pick Your Own’ harvesting happens here every weekend during longan season (Feb-April) from 9am-3pm. The Tyas family were extremely busy processing longan fruit purchases for their customers. I spoke to Ron briefly and he shook his head in bewilderment. ‘We’ve never had so many people on the first day!’ he exclaimed. ‘This is so different to last year’s Open Day.’ Last year’s crop was admittedly down, but after farming here for over 30 years, the Tyas family’s combined experience has led to the production of a bumper crop this year.

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Vietnamese couple, Thuy-Anh Nguyen and An Trinh, picking longans

Longan (Dimocarpus longan) is a tropical tree native to Southern Asia and belongs to the same plant family as the Lychee (Litchi chinensis). Longan, in Chinese, literally means ‘Dragon Eye’ and is named thus because the fruit actually resembles an eyeball when shelled. A black, pupil-like seed shows through translucent white flesh. Sounds gruesome, right? Don’t let my description deceive you! The fruit is deliciously sweet and juicy. There are 2,000 longan trees planted at The Longan Farm and all have been propagated by way of marcotting, or air layering. Essentially all plants have been planted from one original tree, which makes them genetically identical. The Longan Farm has two varieties of longan – Kohala and Haew, chosen for their higher quality, seasonality and larger fruit production. Not all of the longan trees are cropped every year. Blocks are alternated each year to maximise productivity and keep trees small to enable harvesting from the ground by the public. This also ensures the health of the trees - which are disease free – keeping

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costs of pesticides to a minimum. The main problem longan trees encounter is lorikeets, who have developed a penchant for the sweet fruit. ‘Without the extensive use of netting just before the fruit ripens we would have very little fruit to sell,’ said John. Longan is very popular in a number of Asian countries and the majority of people at the Open Day were of Asian descent. We spoke to Vietnamese couple, Thuy-Anh Nguyen and An Trinh, who had travelled from the south side of Brisbane. ‘We just googled ‘Pick Your Own Fruit’ and this came up,’ the couple explained. ‘We’ve picked our own strawberries before, but we saw this and thought it sounded good.’ A Malaysian family, the Rengasamys, were resting happily under the shade of Casuarina trees, carefully picking longan fruit off the many panicles they had pruned. This was a return trip for the family, who came last year and were extremely happy with the size and abundance of fruit this year. Numerous empty shells surrounded them, but within keeping of the farm’s rule that tasting is allowed, but feasting is not. The Tyas family also farm a mango orchard of about 1,000 trees. Ron and John’s resourcefulness led them to obtain the seed of Kensington Pride Mangoes from the Golden Circle cannery at Northgate. These seeds were planted directly into the ground and were then grafted onto rootstock of the R2E2 mango after

12 months. In 2003, a market became viable for the Honey Gold variety, so the R2E2 branches were removed and Honey Gold bud wood grafted in. This process takes a considerable amount of time and expertise, which has paid off for the Tyas family, who now grow their mangoes under license to be sold in supermarkets and fruit shops Australia wide. There are also approximately 180 trees of Pitaya (Dragon fruit) growing at The Longan Farm. This is another sub-tropical fruit, popular with Asians and the hipster population of South East Queensland. The Tyas family has put in an extensive amount of work to bring the farm to the almost self-sufficient state it is today. There’s been – according to Ron and John – a fair share of challenges over the past 20 years, but the satisfaction of overcoming these to produce a quality product has been worth it. To have families return year after year to share the delicious fresh fruit they have picked themselves and enjoy the beautiful scenery at The Longan Farm is also very rewarding. This will be the family’s last year of production as they are selling the farm – hopefully to someone who will keep this local treasure alive for the hundreds who enjoy the peaceful scenery and the delectable bounty - just ripe for the picking. For further information visit www.facebook.com/thelonganfarm or email thelonganfarm@bigpond.com

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A Kind of Magic At Killer Queen Charity Event by Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

A kind of magic occurred at Narangba Valley Tavern on Saturday, 27 February. The kind of magic that sees a community come together to support an anonymous local family affected by cancer. A kind of magic where one person’s wish to help a friend in need exceeds all expectations. The Killer Queen Charity Event held that night was initiated by Narangba local, Donna Robson, who was eager to help her friend’s family blindsided by a cancer diagnosis 12 months ago. The diagnosis has left her friend’s husband unable to work while he receives constant gruelling treatment, and Donna was after a non-intrusive means of fundraising for the proud local family. Inspired after seeing Killer Queen perform at Neurum Creek, Donna approached Narangba Valley Tavern General Manager, Glenn Spence, about the possibility of holding a concert fundraiser. And the decision was made to rock you! The combined promotional efforts of the Tavern, Killer Queen, State Member Mark Ryan MP and Federal Member Wyatt Roy MP, saw 180 tickets sold. ‘I would like to thank the individuals who pushed this event through their own friends, family and workplaces and who purchased tickets as donations,’ said Donna. ‘My husband Simon’s colleagues and workplace, First 5 Minutes, were extremely generous in their purchase of tickets.’ The affected family received over $1,500 from ticket sales and a further $1,000 was donated by the Tavern. Audience members

were also provided with complimentary hot finger food during Killer Queen’s intermission. ‘I would like to thank the Tavern for working hard that night, and in particular Glenn, who was there from when the band arrived at lunchtime until the end,’ said Donna. ‘I would like to thank Killer Queen for an absolutely awesome performance,’ said Glenn. ‘John Blunt was the epitome of Freddie Mercury and the rest of the band transported me to a rocking Queen concert. I would also like to thank all the customers who purchased tickets to the event. Not only did you have a great time but you also supported a local Narangba family.’ As well as providing financial relief, the money raised will see the father of four realise his dream of watching the 2016 Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix from the Pit. ‘The family are very grateful and enjoyed the evening very much,’ said Donna. ‘They were able to get around and talk to their friends and family and have a fun night.’ ‘All this was made possible due the idea brought to me last year by Donna,’ said Glenn. ‘I wish there were more people like Donna, going out of their way to support families in need.’

Wood With Soul by Kristine Lane

A chisel, a chunk of wood and a passion for the woodcarving art, is what makes Narangba woodcrafter, Murray Hammond, a master in his field. Owner of Soul in Wood, a local wood crafting enterprise, Murray has spent the last ten years perfecting his hobby of creating beautiful timber carvings. Previously a sign writer for much of his life, but now semi-retired, Murray pours his heart and soul into making captivating pieces of art at his local Narangba workshop. ‘Each piece I make is an extension of my being,’ he says. ‘Woodcarving is such an emotional and physical experience which I absolutely love, and the sound of a nice sharp chisel going across the grain is something I can’t help but get hooked on.’ And the pieces he creates really are very impressive. Sleek, stylish and stunning aptly describes what has been expertly fashioned to get a traditional, timeless look that’s been inspired by master carvers of the old world and new. Murray’s sculptures and designs vary in both size and subject, and he uses a range of Australian and European woods. Intricate Jacaranda roses wrapped in Red Cedar, a life-like half metre Red Cedar seal, and a large Basswood Star-Wars Yoda on Camphor Laurel are just some of his amazing bespoke pieces. He primarily custom-makes three-dimensional signs commissioned by homeowners, as well as business owners who prefer to shop for a personalised high standard rather than by price. Mt Tamborine’s Cedar Creek Winery and Bundaberg’s Global Whisky Company both display Murray’s signs made from ends of wine barrels. ‘Creating lasting pieces of custom timber artwork that will endure for generations is my specialty,’ Murray says. ‘All my wood carvings are one-off pieces, produced completely by hand to ensure absolute originality.’

As a member of the Redcliffe and District Woodcraft Society, and winner of three prestigious wood crafting awards both last year and the year before, Murray is one of just a few talented woodcarvers around. ‘It’s a fading trade for sure, but those who seek me out admire the skill and tenacity that’s been put into each piece,’ said Murray. ‘My heart and soul may go into each artwork, but the people who commission and buy from me are also encapsulating a part of their own soul. People just love a piece that is very personal to them. They seem to identify with it.’ And by looking at Murray’s gallery, one can understand why his work is much sought after. The wood carvings portray a unique characterisation that is both discerning and sophisticated – work which will be both displayed and demonstrated in the upcoming Maleny Wood Expo held on the Labour Day long weekend (30 April – 2 May). Murray has had many favourite pieces that he has created over the years, but his most challenging piece was the Rolling Stones tribute of Jacaranda figureheads on a Pine mountain which took over 200 hours to complete and 10 attempts. ‘It was definitely a labour of love, but I’m a complete hopeless addict when it comes to wood creation.’ When asked where he gets his inspiration for his pieces from, the owner of Soul in Wood enthusiastically replies, ‘From all around me – the everyday things,’ but then goes on to add that he also infuses his pieces with a classical style admired from 17th century Dutch-British carver, Grinling Gibbons, whose woodcarvings are found in some of Europe’s cathedrals and palaces. ‘Woodcarving is all about technique, patience and skill,’ Murray says. ‘But if you have a strong will and a love of creation, then the final piece is truly rewarding.’ See more of Murray’s work on his website, www.soulinwood.com and Facebook page, Soul in Wood.

Meet Our Butchering Locals by Alex Habilay

A pizza sausage, made from pork skin filled with cheese, mushrooms, pineapple, onion, tomato and homemade mince. This culinary crossover has up until now only existed in my dreams, when in actual fact, you can find this and many other fabled sausages at your only local independent Narangba butcher; Narangba Select Meats, found on 36 Main Street, Narangba. This place has been splicing sausages seven years running now and doesn’t plan on stopping. Run by brothers Beau and Chad Horner, it’s a place for your bucket list and a necessity if you’re wanting to give your freezer a little spark. Toss out your generic meat and never step into a deli section again. The Horner brothers can cater to families and foodies alike. Beau and Chad both grew up in Morayfield, and under Beau’s lead and destiny’s charge, the brothers learned the art of beef and bone at Wamuran Butchers. From there they headed out west to the Kingaroy abattoir in order to understand the full process these local boys have since built their fame on. After mastering the art form, they laid claim to the existing Narangba Village butcher shop, and if there was a legacy left by their predecessors, the Horner brothers have without a doubt outshone it. Every delicious meat bouquet prepared by the brothers is performed in the traditional manner, and it is from their mastery that maple syrup and pork sausages exist. Throw in some bacon, pancakes and even more maple syrup and I’ve found a reason to wake up in the morning. I would give them an award, but their prowess has already been recognised and titled by the Sausage King as the best in all of Queensland. Yet they stay humble and continue to experiment. They’ll mix anything with a sausage skin, have jerky meat that’ll make you soak the floor in drool and even offer the classic Sunday roast with rosemary. The brothers welcome apprentices from all over our local area and are eager to continue old traditions and master new styles. ‘We’re keeping it authentic with our traditional style of meat preparation and by ensuring the next generation is taught how we were taught,’ said Chad. ‘If we don’t, authentic beef and bone preparation will be lost amongst the bigger supermarket chains,’ Chad continued, as he competed for my attention against the deliciousness of the jerky I was chewing on.

Chad Horner

Working with new styles and flavours, the brothers are growing Narangba Select Meats fast. A variety of wagyu beef added to their menu clocks them in at over a hundred different trays of flavour. They’ve created 46 different flavours of sausage, which is 45 more flavours than I’ve ever tasted and 46 more things I’ll be pining for. Like the owners, all the meat you’ll find in Narangba Select Meats is home grown, for the simple reason explained by Beau. ‘Australia has the best meat around. We’d never think twice about sourcing from anywhere else.’ They’re supplied from the Darling Downs, Victoria and even around the corner, resulting in hormone and steroid free produce with no added preservatives. The Horner brothers will never stray from home, nor will your tongue from their display window. There are not many butchers around quite like Narangba Select Meats. Chad and Beau Horner have put the charisma back in butchers and an ungodly amount of beef jerky in my crosshair. Get there before I do, or else you’re gonna think I’m lying about the 46 sausage flavours. They’ll all be in my freezer.

Country Meets Narangba in a Musical Way by Danica Clayton

Have you ever had a craving to belt out some country tunes? We know just the place! Country Roundup Music Club Inc., formed over 16 years ago, is an outlet for all country music fans alike to share their passion. I spoke to Barbara Webster (current President), Karoline Gunn (Meet ‘n’ Greet) and Darren Gunn (Music Director) at one of the recent club socials, held at Narangba Community Hall, to find out more. The club’s history traces back to two sisters, who formed the club in Redcliffe over 16 years ago. Now located in Narangba, Barbara explained, ‘There were complaints at the other hall at Redcliffe about the noise, so we relocated to Narangba about five years ago.’ All members are required to pay a fee of $2.00 per practice session, and $7.00 per social, most of which goes towards the equipment. The funds also go towards outings for the club. ‘We’ve been to Mullumbimby, which was a fantastic trip and a fantastic day,’ said Barbara. ‘Blackbutt, we’ve been out there. All over the place.’ Both Darren and Karoline agreed that comradeship was the main reason people love the club. ‘We all get together like one big happy family,’ said Karoline. ‘Everyone enjoys the music and this is what we’re all about. This is why we strive every day. It’s just beautiful, absolutely.’ Darren spoke of the advantages of being part of the club. ‘It’s a team organisation. You share the good times and the bad times. Why not? You’ve got a ready-made audience all the time once a month.’ The music isn’t limited to the country genre, either. ‘We do play

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Geoff Cook, Don Stieler, Mike Spence, Darren Gunn, Mick Levonis & Kevin Dowling

country music, rock, you name it. A bit of everything,’ Karoline said. Darren’s most memorable experience within the club was at a Christmas party. ‘There was a ‘Dress up in a Hillbilly-Style’ theme. There were some real strange get-ups that day. We had hay bales and a person was dressed up as a horse, and was walking around the hall. The horse left a little trail so it looked quite original.’ Unfortunately I have been told that the horse did not sing. I asked Darren whether being the Music Director was a tough gig. ‘It’s your hobby and when you love it, it’s just a challenge, that’s all,’ he answered, smiling. The club practices on the third and fourth Monday of every month at the Narangba Community Hall, starting from 7pm. Socials are held on the first Saturday of every month from midday onwards.

Burpengary’s Artisan Oasis by Katy More

Narangba and Burpengary artists and art lovers are guaranteed to be impressed by Burpengary’s modest Art and Craft Galley on the corner of Old Bay Road and Maitland Street. Formed in 1988, the Artisans Guild provides a venue for Artists to display and sell their work, teach others in the community and connect with other art lovers. True to its strong community focus, the Artisans Guild also supports many charities. With free admission and local art and craft always on display, this air-conditioned gallery provides comfort and warmth as the volunteers take great pride in showing visitors around, even accommodating tour groups. Members keep busy around the Moreton Bay Community by attending local fetes, shows and by promoting their art and craft at shopping centre exhibitions. Lessons and workshops are held with qualified tutors and excursions are arranged to various locations for outdoor painting classes. ‘The Moreton Bay Regional Council has generously supported the Guild in establishing the Old Bay Road Gallery complex, where we display work from members, local artists and craftspeople, a spokesperson from the Artisans Guild Caboolture said. ‘We represent a wide range of visual arts and crafts; all styles of painting, sculpture, hand and wheel thrown pottery, wood, metal and glass works, and all types of hand crafts. All are welcome with both Junior and Senior memberships available.’ Some of the regular workshops include lessons in Watercolour Painting, Acrylic Painting plus much more. On Thursday, April 14, Ms Helen Mitchel will be hosting an Acrylic Workshop at the Burpengary Gallery for $30.00 per person. For more information, phone the gallery on 07 3888 6333.

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For those interested in membership, meetings of the Artisans’ Guild are held at the Old Bay Road Gallery every month on the second Wednesday. For more information, contact Jacqui Ferguson, President, on 07 5495 6838. If you are looking to purchase a new piece of art, why not display work by a local artist in your home? Pieces can be purchased from the Gallery, various Shopping Centre displays or at the Art and Craft Shop located in the Caboolture Square Shopping Centre, King Street, Caboolture.

Pappi’s Café by Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

Fast Facts: • Located in the Narangba Innovation Precinct • Operating since 2004 • Employs five locals • Food is prepared onsite daily by a qualified chef • Delivery service to North Lakes, Narangba, Burpengary and Deception Bay • Specialise in corporate and personalised catering

On the corner of Boundary Road and Steel Street, within the Narangba Innovation Precinct, locals will find a café offering an abundance of fresh, healthy options. In the three years that Debbie Riddell has been at the helm of Pappi’s Café, she has revolutionised the stereotypical industrial estate food offerings, and whilst hot chips, sausage rolls (homemade) and crumbed sausages are still available, so too are hot smoked salmon salads, a variety of gourmet rolls and award winning, locally roasted, freshly made premium coffee. ‘We put a more primary focus on healthy options and created our healthy options cabinet,’ said Debbie. ‘Everything we provide we make here. We don’t sell or offer anything that we don’t have some form of control over the quality and the freshness of the goods that go in it. And that to me is one of the most important things that we do.’ Pappi’s Café specialise in corporate and personalised catering, and it is a service that Debbie plans to

expand on in 2016. ‘A focus for this year is to be more prominent in the local area and to offer our catering services to more businesses,’ said Debbie. ‘Because the area is growing so rapidly, there’s many opportunities out there to expand.’ Pappi’s Café also offer a delivery service from the back of North Lakes, right through to Narangba, to the edge of Burpengary and into Deception Bay. ‘The delivery service not only saves our customers time, but they get fresh food delivered fast,’ said Debbie. Orders are currently taken via phone or fax, however online ordering is one of the projects on Debbie’s radar. ‘I think that is something important to the business,’ she said. ‘Everyone is time poor so we’d like to introduce some aspect of the electronic age that we live in and apply it.’ Pappi’s Café is an ideal place for truck drivers servicing the surrounding businesses to stop in for a bite to eat, and the reopening of Steel Street and further developments to the precinct means that they can now do so again safely. ‘It is a circuit now, so they can come in one way and go out the other,’ said Debbie. ‘It gives them safe access and safe entry on and off Boundary Road.’ Just one minute’s drive off the Bruce Highway Boundary Road exit, Pappi’s Café is a convenient stop off point for commuters should the highway become clogged. ‘They can just pull off, come in here, sit down, have something to eat, have a coffee and then get on their way,’ said Debbie.

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Narangba State School Building (1929)

Source: 75th Anniversary of Narangba State School Booklet

Narangba State School 1910 - 1935 by Danielle Garside

Narangba State School, nestled on the corner of School Street and Narangba Road, has provided a rich education full of laughter to children for many generations over the years. But how did it begin? Due to the extreme generosity of both Mrs Marshman and Mr and Mrs Lobegeier, I managed to compile the following information. Education became a significant part of Narangba due to the determination of Jackie Delaney, who, along with his wife and daughter May, were the first settlers in the district. Established in 1877, the school was provisional, and made out of cedar-slabbed logs. The school averaged one to two teachers at any one time, and operated part time. Narangba State School was permanently established in 1910 following a suggestion by Narangba’s then Station Mistress, Mary Wiffler, to the Minister of Education two years earlier. The sole building of the new official school (relocated from its original site in Deception Bay where it had been unoccupied since 1903) was constructed from hardwood framing, weatherboard walls and a shingle roof resting on pine rafters. Following a recommendation from E. A. Alder - the Inspector of Works – the shingle roof was replaced with iron covering, and the stumps with Bloodwood from the Narangba area. Mrs M. Duncombe, one of the original pupils at Narangba State School, is recorded as saying: “The 21st January was an important day for both the Children and parents at Narangba, as it was on that day that Mr Robert Hobson opened the school. Previous to this time children living within a reasonable distance to the railway travelled to Morayfield State School by train. The school was built to cater for children at Dakabin and Narangba. There was controversy as to

whether the school should have been built at Dakabin or Narangba. People at Dakabin were disappointed that Narangba was chosen with the result that, for a period, children continued to travel to Morayfield by train.” In 1916, Stoney Creek School closed down. The attending students were asked to transfer to Narangba State School, where they would still be relatively close to home. Narangba State School, whilst being known to benefit many children in the area, welcomed the community into its embrace also, hosting social evenings and concerts on a regular basis. In 1921, a deputation consisting of the school committee’s M.L.A, Secretary and Treasurer approached the Minister of Education, seeking permission to buy extra land for construction of a new school, but keeping the same name. This was mostly due to the conditions in the current school becoming almost intolerable with overcrowding and lack of protection from the environment. Despite this, however, a further seven years elapsed before permission was granted. Enrolment numbers dropped from 50 in 1921 to 30 in 1928, which contributed (along with lack of funds) to this delay. The building constructed as a result currently acts as the school’s administration building. As increasing population demands were met, the building was altered and extended many times for use as a staffroom, classrooms, principal’s office, library, health room, tuckshop and storage areas. 1935 marked the 25th anniversary of the school, and one of the first milestones which would be followed by many more to come. Stay tuned for more history on Narangba State School in future editions!

BOQ Narangba – Your Local Banking Solution BOQ Narangba is one of Australia’s leading bank branches. It set a national record late last year becoming the first branch in BOQ’s history to be named the top performing branch of its size for three years in a row. This result is driven by an enthusiastic team of local banking professionals who go the extra mile to offer exceptional customer service. Not only is BOQ now the only bank branch in Narangba, but it’s also owned and run by local Sean Cawley. As a locallyowned small business, BOQ Narangba makes up part of the fabric of the Narangba community. This very special branch is run by some very special people, including BOQ Narangba’s Customer Service Manager, Debbie Packard. Debbie has been working in the banking industry for around 30 years, starting back in England when she was just 15 years old. She’s been through both the ups and downs of economic cycles and has seen just about everything you can imagine in the banking industry. This depth of experience puts her in a league of her own when it comes to providing exceptional, personalised customer support, advice and service. Debbie moved to Narangba from England eight years ago and has been working at BOQ Narangba ever since. She has a thorough understanding of the local market having lived, worked and raised a family here over most of the last decade. It’s also fair to say that Debbie is horse mad. Along with her husband, the local farrier, Debbie spends her weekends riding horses and giving back to the local community assisting in local horse shows and training.

And what do Debbie’s customers have to say? David Dart: “What a lovely lady. Nothing is ever a problem, she’s always willing to help. Deb is reliable and always gets back to you. She’s like our own personal banker.” Dr Ray Huntley: “She’s a happy Pommy who’s always ready to help. She’s kind, easy to talk to and gets involved personally. Deb has good knowledge of my business, which is a requirement in banking.” So why not bank with established local banking experts who are passionate about helping their local community grow! BOQ Narangba can help you with: • retail and business accounts • savings, investment and transaction accounts • home loans • business lending, debtor finance and equipment finance • credit cards • insurance They’re open 9:30am – 4pm Monday to Thursday, and 9:30am – 5pm on Friday. Come in and say hello to one of the friendly staff members and experience the difference for yourself. It’s possible to love a bank!

All About Fleas Dogs can suffer from flea allergies and it can take only one flea to cause a serious reaction. Even though the flea bite is painful, it is not the actual flea bite that the dog’s skin reacts to, but rather the saliva of the flea. When your dog starts scratching the inflamed area, they are rubbing it deep into the skin causing further irritation. Some signs of flea allergy are constant scratching, chewing, licking and whining. You may well be treating your dog for fleas, however in my experience, some treatments are completely ineffective. With so many flea treatment products available for you to choose from, it can become overwhelming deciding which one is the right one for your dog and also very expensive. Veterinary dermatologists recommended Comfortis given once a month and Capstar every 48 hours until the fleas are completely gone. I personally use Comfortis and have found it to be the most effective flea treatment for my dogs. Even after the fleas are gone, your dog may still be irritated. Itching can take a while to subside, and so anti-inflammatory medication may be of benefit. Did you know? • Adult fleas account for less than five percent of the entire flea population in a home, • The development cycle from an egg to adult flea may be completed in two weeks, • Adult fleas can live anywhere from a few days to several months on your dog, • A female flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day, and; • Larvae can survive in their cocoon for more than six months, emerging only when there are potential hosts, like your dog.

Flea eggs fall off your dog, so wherever your dog ventures within your home, so too will there be eggs; especially in their beds or anywhere your dog likes to rest. Flea eggs hatch within a few days to produce larvae. The larvae are around 2.5mm in size, semi-transparent white in colour and seek out shaded locations like cracks in floors, in carpets and rugs, and under and in furniture. They feed on organic matter, like food particles, dead insects, dead skin and especially flea faeces, (also known as flea dirt) produced by adult fleas. In a few days, each larvae will spin a cocoon that looks like a small grain of salt or dust. The cocoons have a sticky outer coating, allowing them to hide and not be easily removed by light vacuuming or sweeping. This also protects them from chemicals. The best prevention for flea infestations and allergies is to not only treat your dog but also their environment year round. You can do this by regularly washing your dog’s bedding and the floors with warm water, vacuuming the floor, furniture and your car, and by having your yard and outdoor areas professionally treated.

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Getting the Most Out of Your Room Renovation When it comes to working on your home, there are a few great room renovation choices you can make to get the most return out of your investment. Whether you have a huge budget for your renovation project or you are looking to stick to just a few hundred dollars, you can easily make a few changes that are sure to go a long way toward increasing the overall value and selling points of your home. Yard Before you ever consider working on the inside of your home, devote some of your renovation budget to your front yard. This is the first impression every potential buyer will have of your home, and it is worth a little investment to make your yard shine. Some interested prospects may even turn away before they ever set foot inside the house if they dislike the front yard. However, you do not have to spend a fortune to improve this vital part of your property. For under five hundred dollars, you can be sure that the lawn stays trimmed and any walkways are clean, your bushes and flowers are watered and pruned, and the fence is painted. Add some fresh new flowers and other plants, and your yard will already look much better. Bathroom If you still have some funds in your budget, or if your yard is already up to par, turn your attention to the bathroom to add a lot of value to your home. You do not have to relocate any

of your bathroom plumbing to make the most out of the space you have. Simply work on updating the tile in your shower or changing the old faucet fixtures for new ones to make an outdated bathroom into something truly show-stopping. Those with a few thousand to spare, however, might consider adding on an entirely new bathroom or half-bath to increase the value of the home by tens of thousands of dollars. Kitchen Finally, the kitchen is another excellent renovation choice that can significantly increase the value of your home. Once potential buyers have gotten past the yard, they are going to look to the kitchen next to determine whether or not the home is worth their money. Kitchen renovations can be expensive, but buy new appliances as a package deal or install them on your own to save some money. Modern kitchens make a huge difference in today’s home market, and you will see plenty of profit from a kitchen investment in the long run. For more information, contact the Narangba Heights team at Oxmar Properties on 3263 4977 or visit our website www.narangbaheights.com.au.

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The Mystery of the ‘Metal Meatball’ By Katy More

The artistic Burpengary referred to community. the eye.

monument located on the corner of and Mackie Roads, Narangba, is fondly as ‘The Metal Meatball’ by some in the Yet there is more to this sphere than meets

Officially named the ‘I’ Connect Sphere, the monument is a result of a public/community art project representing the connection between our past, present and future. Installed in 2000, the sphere was part of an overall beautification process of Narangba. Local schools, the community and Council staff supported the project which was initiated and guided by the Beautification Working Committee of the Narangba Progress Association. Funding was provided by the Caboolture Shire Council and Arts Queensland. The objective of the Narangba beautification working committee was to build upon the value of Narangba’s public spaces, increase local ownership with hands on projects and celebrate being part of a hands on community. If you take the time to stop and visit the ‘I’ Connect Sphere, you will notice that it is 1,800mm high and covered in approximately 500 relief tiles. The low relief

images and patterns on the ‘I’ Connect Sphere convey the transforming impacts of the industrial revolution/age on the ‘connectedness’ of our community. Four royal blue tiles strategically placed on the sphere inform the community of its purpose and origins. Over 100 of the tiles were made by Grade 7 Jinibara State School students, and these tiles border the different segments of the sphere. A photo of some of the Jinibara students is displayed on one of the four royal blue tiles paying tribute to their contribution. The remaining tiles were made by artist Karen Tyler of Vantagearts.

Top Tips for Investing in Property If you’re looking for a profitable long-term investment option, you may want to consider the property market. But when it comes to choosing your property, here are some things to think about first. 1. Income vs growth capital potential A property can earn you money in two ways: as an asset that increases in value over time, and through rental income. Properties with the potential for high capital growth can generate stronger returns over the long term. However, they are often more expensive to buy. And as the rent is unlikely to cover the costs of mortgage repayments and maintenance, any increase in interest rates could see you struggle to hang on to the property. On the other hand, properties with positive cash flow - where rental income exceeds your ownership costs - can offer a less risky way to invest. However, these are often lower value properties with less potential for capital growth in the long run. 2. Negative gearing When the costs of owning a property are higher than your rental income, you can use this loss to reduce your taxable income. This is known as negative gearing. While there are tax benefits to negative gearing, it’s a strategy that needs to be carefully considered. Your investment will effectively be generating a loss, so you’ll need to ensure that the potential capital gains are enough to make the investment worthwhile. For this reason, it’s important to choose your property carefully. 3. Property management Who do you want to manage your property? If you’re just looking to cut costs, it’s best to take care of the property yourself. But don’t forget that this means you’ll have to do everything on your own, from finding tenants and collecting rent to organising repairs and maintenance.

Hiring an agent to manage your property can save you a lot of hassle and may not be as expensive as you think, as all management fees are tax deductible. A good property manager will make sure your rent rises with the market - helping you make the most of your asset. 4. Physical property or a property fund As an alternative to purchasing, you might want to look into investing in a property fund. You can choose the fund that suits your investment goals at a lower cost than buying a property. 5. Get professional help With all the options available, it can be hard to know if you’re making the right decisions. That’s where professional advice can help. To create a property strategy that will help you meet your financial goals, speak to the experts at MLC Advice North Lakes.

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Which Is Better Buying? Old Or New Properties? When buying a car, television or washing machine, new is usually better. But when it comes to buying a house or apartment, can you draw the same conclusion? There are certain advantages and risks to be aware of when buying both old and new property. Some of the pros and cons to consider include:

Risks & tips: Old property While established properties can be easier to predict in terms of growth potential, there can be risks and hidden costs if you don’t do your homework. It is recommended that you enlist the help of building inspectors, surveyors and solicitors specialising in property before you even begin to talk money to avoid nasty surprises later on. • Older properties can have structural issues which can turn into maintenance issues, so it is recommended that you undertake a building and pest inspection via a qualified building inspector.

Choosing old property • Choosing established homes allows you to compare the marketplace. The sale price of similar sold properties in the area can generally give you an estimate of the property’s value.

• Easements or caveats on the title may affect your plans for the property. Check ownership on title and vendor warranties to make sure everything goes smoothly on settlement day.

• If you are a visual person, having the ability to physically inspect the property gives you the best chance to view the property and the types of fixtures and fittings.

• Renovating or sub-dividing? Consult with council and building surveyors to make sure your plans are valid.

• Many established homes have stood the test of time structurally and aesthetically. • Established homes offer value add opportunities, whereby builders and developers can try to maximise land value by sub-dividing while investors can breathe new life into property by renovating - potentially increasing profitability. Choosing new property • For investors, tax depreciation benefits could reduce the holding costs of your property. • New properties are generally lower maintenance. • Low energy ratings make them cheaper to run, reducing ongoing costs. • While bigger estates and high-rise developments can take longer to pay-off, small sub-divided areas in established suburbs could have good immediate capital growth potential.

Risks & tips: New property When buying new it comes down to doing your homework. If investing, you need to know where there’s likely to be a limited supply. If you’re planning to occupy, make sure you get a solicitor to thoroughly check the contracts of sale to ensure you’re not at risk of delays. • Unpredictable growth. Similar properties in the same area, far from the city may be slow to grow in value. Apartment blocks in a recently zoned area could be in over-supply and potentially difficult to rent out. • Risk of delays in handing over the finished product and possible variances in price. • Choose developers carefully and run background checks on associated parties.

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Help Your Child To Spell Well English is a fascinating language. We have drawn from many different languages to create English, sometimes keeping spelling from the original language but using different pronunciation. Even though there are only twenty-six letters in our alphabet, there are about forty-four sound patterns as well as hundreds of ways to write sounds. Did you know that only about twelve percent of English words are spelt the way they sound? This makes English an extremely difficult language to learn, and it is little wonder that children often experience difficulty with spelling.

3. Help them to learn common spelling rules and patterns; for example adding prefixes and suffixes, recognition of tricky patterns (like ‘ough’, ‘ight’ etc.)

Children often get stressed about their spelling ability which in turn can affect their motivation and success with reading and writing. Effective spelling involves much more than rote learning lists of words. Many students often perform well on weekly class spelling tests but perform poorly with spelling in writing tasks because they rely on a narrow range of spelling skills. Spelling is a vital component of writing, which means there should always be a purpose in learning to spell. Simply learning a list of words does little to help with written tasks. So how can you help your child to become a more proficient speller?

4. Encourage them to write accessible words correctly. For example, if they are answering questions from a text and the word is spelled correctly in the text then it should be spelled correctly in their answer.

1. Surround your child with written language. Encourage them to read and write regularly. A child will encounter more than a million words a year just by reading for about twenty minutes each night. Seeing good models of correct spelling over and over again will help them to recognise, retain and use spelling correctly in their writing.

English is an ever evolving language and even though we use technology more and more, the use of correct spelling is still important as it represents consistent meaning in our language. So, show your child simple rules for spelling, provide tools to assist with correct spelling, (including dictionaries and spell checkers), talk about how our language works and simply let them enjoy playing with and experimenting with words.

2. Ensure they know how to spell high frequency spelling words, (words that are used most commonly in books). As many as sixty to seventy percent of all the words we read and write are found on high frequency lists. It stands to reason that children should invest some time in learning these words (email me at burpengary@kipmcgrath. com.au for a free high frequency word list).

5. Don’t insist on correct spelling the first time when writing. Let their ideas flow; stopping every few words to stress about spelling interrupts the creative process and leads to poorer writing. Editing for correct spelling can be done when the written piece is finished.

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Healthy… To Be or Not To Be? There’s a mountain of fads, diets and information on the internet super highway, and this of course can lead to confusion. So let’s break it down into simple digestible chunks and make it easy. Being healthy isn’t supposed to be hard. Our environment, marketing and social media present unrealistic visions and ideals of what we think we should be, or live up to. Food is our fuel and we are designed to move not sit. It is really just this simple. If you have your health you have 1,000’s of goals, if you don’t have your health, you have one goal. And yes you guessed it, that one goal is to get healthy. If you don’t look after your health you are likely paying a fortune in time and money trying to get it fixed. Taking a concoction of pills, chemicals and tests and feeling crappy, too tired to fight and get to the gym or even out for a walk is the price of an unhealthy lifestyle. We need to take some personal responsibility for our own care as well as from our recommended physician. I am not saying you need to go all hippy on me and join the folks in Nimbin for a chanting festival, but you are responsible for your health and sometimes there is more than one solution to a problem. Also bear in mind that we are all individuals and therefore not one answer will work the same for all of us. Ensure you get regular check ups so you know what state your health is in, and if anything should change you’ll have a history of your normal. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health and needs to be nurtured and guided too. If one area is out of balance then something else has to compensate. Detoxing is always thrown around as a great way to get your body back in balance, and yes it can do your insides a lot of good, but it can be as simple as: 1. Greens: add them in whenever you can – juiced, blended or whole.

2. Hydration: I can’t stress this one enough. Water, water, water. 3. Raw foods: this doesn’t have to be the whole kit and caboodle, but here and there a little raw food is great for the digestive system. 4. Barefoot: get outside with your shoes off! Get back to nature and feel the ground. 5. Sunshine: so many are now dependant on supplements for nature’s free gift. Obviously, be careful with your exposure, but a little bit is needed for our growth. 6. Relaxation: breath, relax and switch off. Just remember people, you only have one body you have to look after it well. Shoot me any questions and good luck!

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Narangba and the surrounding areas are filled with talented people and hidden gems. If you dig deeper you’ll find our own nugget of gold* - Kirsty O’Callaghan. I had the great pleasure of attending her new book launch last month – Separated by Work. This is the essential handbook for all families living the FIFO (fly in, fly out) work lifestyle. The incredible book not only applies to mining families but all individuals who experience some type of separation from their family by working away. Her insights, advice and professional strategies reflect her own experience being a FIFO wife of 8 years and she explores the feelings and troubles of all different types of situations FIFO families can find themselves in. One part of her presentation on the night really resonated with me. Having a husband that often works away also, I had experienced this myself. The spouse left behind gets on with the daily routines of life like kids, house work and cooking, and when their partner comes home, often feels a little like a third wheel – out of the loop. This incredible truth hit me like a ton of bricks! I never thought about the adjustment my husband went through to settle back into home life – I just felt he was in the way as my single routine was so down pat!

Kirsty really is an incredible woman with so many achievements. I have had the pleasure of knowing her for 8 years or so and during that time she has personally helped me as a business coach, a parenting expert – with the help of her first published eBook P.A.R.E.N.T.I.N.G A Guide for the Ride - a consultant with her 3 R’s for Success (Relationships, Resilience & Results), and she has become a very good friend. As an industry insider, Kirsty could see the need for a handbook as the minimal resources and support available to the families and workers of the FIFO life wasn’t enough. With the collaborated help from many other professionals, families and companies within the industry this book is filled with strategies, stories and advice to help any family thrive and survive the FIFO lifestyle.

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Common Ground Men are in crisis. Suicide, violence, depression and substance abuse are far too common among men. And one driver behind these problems is social isolation. Beyond Blue’s Men’s Social Connectedness report found that 25% of men have no one outside of their family that they feel close to or that they can rely on, and 65% have two or less. That same report showed that 39% of men do not engage in common social activities. Other studies have also shown that men do not have many close friends through their lifetime. This is a big problem because hanging out with other men is good for men. It lowers stress levels and increases self-worth. Social support and having someone to talk things out with leads to better decisions, better outcomes and assists men in handling their stress and emotions better. Unfortunately, opportunities to make real connections and form strong bonds between men are few and far between. There is plenty of places to form superficial friendships - work, the pub or club, their partner’s friend’s husband and so on - but how many of these friendships provide real support and allow for deep and open conversations? Consequently, men must intentionally create opportunities to get to know and bond with other men. The Common Ground program run by Men’s Wellbeing creates such opportunities. Common Ground offers a safe and confidential place to come and speak honestly and openly about what is going on for men. The program offers the opportunity to have the conversations that need to be had. Many men speak of being freed from burdens and the things that were holding them back. They speak of better self-understanding, a stronger sense of being a man in today’s world, better communication with their partners and families, improved relationships, resolving issues with their own fathers and forming a valuable network of likeminded men.

Common Ground is a highly successful program for everyday guys who are beginning to realise that there has to be a better way to live life. Rather than any notion of trying to “fix men”, Common Ground offers a safe and accepting space for men to explore their issues and challenges and share that process with other men. Participating in the program requires three hours, one night a week for nine weeks - not a huge commitment but one that can result in huge benefits. After the program, men are encouraged to keep meeting as a men’s group. Men’s Wellbeing has been running the Common Ground programme for 15 years. In that time, more than 150 programs have been run, and more than 150 men’s groups formed. Come to an introduction night. It is free and you have no obligation to continue. Just come along, be heard, listen to other fellas tell their story, and get a basic understanding of the program. As the introduction night is open, partners, friends and family members are also welcome. For more information go to menswellbeing.org/commonground or call Gavin Daly on 0430 464 833.

Waisting Away She says: My waist was once the envy of my girlfriends. I aggravatingly (to them) sported a naturally tiny waist to hip ratio. It appears it didn’t go unnoticed by the boys either, considering an admirer dedicated Sir Mix-A-Lot’s ‘Baby Got Back’ to me at a high school disco. Hourglass figures have long been idealised in popular culture. One of my all-time favourite movies, Gone with the Wind depicts the heroine, Scarlett O’Hara, having her corset tightened. As Scarlett grips the bedpost grimly, her servant orders her to, “Just hold on, and suck in”. Their efforts see Scarlett’s waist cinched to a perfect southern belle circumference of 18.5 inches. That my imperially challenged readers, is 46.99cm. In the 1950s, it was the norm for press agents to release the bust, waist and hip measurements of their starlets. Equal bust and waist dimensions in contrast to a small waist was the ideal silhouette, hence the popularity of Marilyn Monroe (35”-22”-35”) and Sophia Loren (38”-24”-38”). And now, in 2016, we have the likes of the Kardashians endorsing the use of waist trainers; corset like devices worn to compress midriffs into the revered hourglass shape. The wearer’s organs may be displaced and their trips to the ladies’ restroom increased tenfold, but they’ll achieve the longed for physique of a wasp. Ladies please, relieve the pressure on your abdomens and embrace your midriff. As the realm of digestion and fertility, we owe it some breathing space.

He says: The corset has long had a grasp around mankind. For centuries we’ve been flying the hourglass flag above homes, proudly naïve to the ‘ideal’ women’s figure. I understand the misguided perception we have, after all its beauties like Marilyn and Aphrodite who tricked us into flying their flags. Though the wind has changed and the hourglass flag doesn’t fly quiet like it used to, nor does your corset fit quiet the same. The corset you’re wearing is a hindrance around your makebelieve, dainty waist. You may want those balloon animal hips, but do you ever worry what will happen when you pop? Is the sound of your corset ripping open more embarrassing than dropping a good old biological stink bomb? As an ambassador for men, it’s my responsibility to inform you that the only shocked gasp you’ll hear will be your own, and it’ll be because you can breathe again. We’d honestly be more impressed if you could make us block our noses. You’re strangling your stomach because Kim K looked hot at an event last night. You could be a rectangle, a spoon or even an inverted triangle, either way you’re way better than Kim’s ticking hourglass fame. Forsake the hourglass and embrace your shape. We’re burning our flags and revolting against being short of breath, size and individuality. Our new flags will fly gloriously in the wake of your bowel vibrations and our worship will never cease.

Communications Milestone for Moreton Police District by Senior Sergeant Julia Cook, OIC Burpengary, QPS

On March 8, 2016, all of the Moreton District and Sunshine Coast District radio networks switched from current analogue radio channels to the digital Government Wireless Network (GWN), which was successfully implemented and proved its worth at the G20 Summit in 2014. This is a long way from the infancy of first police radio transmissions in 1935, made from a single transmitter located at the old Police Depot in Petrie Terrace, Brisbane. The wireless system of that era was oneway, so when officers received a call over the radio, they had to find a telephone booth to call the dispatcher to obtain job details. Fast forward to the present where police have twoway communications in vehicles, vessels, aircraft and personal portable radios throughout the State. It is hard to imagine how we coped in times where communications were so primitive. What does the GWN mean to the Moreton community? The GWN is a new integrated digital wireless network which will improve communications, safety and security for Queensland’s public safety agencies. The network has the ability for cross-agency communication between public safety organizations. This means that Ambulance, Fire Services and Police can easily communicate at the scene of a serious traffic crash or major incident so as to better coordinate resources and personnel.

Radio communications are audibly clearer, have greater geographic coverage and better penetration when emergency services are operating inside buildings. The GPS Automatic Resource Location functionality allows for more effective resource dispatching to calls for service, and Officer safety is enhanced as the network will provide officer location should officers require assistance at time of duress. The system also provides secure voice and data capability with communications being encrypted. Whilst this is better overall for police and emergency services operations and officer safety, it means that the ability to listen to radio communications on scanners no longer exists which is an important feature. The police service will continue with transparency in its day-today operational activities with Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) data continuing to be provided to media organisations through long-existing Media access to CAD (MatCAD) system. Currently, the Queensland Police Service is advancing its data mobility with Q-Lite iPads being rolled out to operational officers. In the near future, it is envisaged that jobs will be dispatched directly to officers on their iPads to reduce traffic on the radio communications network. Remember if it’s urgent call 000 If it is not urgent call Policelink on 131 444 Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/QPSmedia Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/QueenslandPolice Watch us on YouTube: youtube.com/QueenslandPolice

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Bribie Island National Park: Ocean Beach – A Camp Review by Kara Bust

Address – Bribie Island National Park (Ocean Beach Camping)

16km to 19km north of the beach access point on North St, Woorim

Dates of Visit – 23-25 January 2016, Australia Day long weekend Travelled as – 3 groups; 7 adults & 2 children Accommodation Style & Location – Unpowered camping, tents and caravan, Area P Rates Vehicle Permits – less than 1 month = $46.65, 1 month + up to 1 year = $234.00 About Us – Having grown up in coastal towns, beach-camping and beach-driving is just part of the culture in our household. We love to explore South East Queensland’s treasures, and other island getaways like Fraser Island are some of our favourite locations. On Bribie we’ve previously camped at Poverty Creek (western inlet side overlooking Pumicestone Passage) but have not camped on the ocean beach side, until now. About Bribie Island – Bribie Island National Park covers approx. one third of the entire island and largely consists of tidal wetlands, scrub and protected areas of the Moreton Bay Marine Park. There are a total of five camp zones, three being accessible only by four-wheel drive, the other two by boat. Bribie also reserves a place in history with WWII Gunner and Searchlight station relics still found along the shore. So why did we chose Bribie Island Ocean Front camping? 1. We love the beach, beach fishing and beach driving. 2. There are extensive camp sites to choose from, either private or group friendly. 3. Fire rings are now found at most camp sites for the must-have camping experience. 4. The several tea tree lakes and inlets along the beach drive make for great day trips. 5. The Woorim beach access is only 40 minutes’ drive from Narangba (with traffic). Bribie really is the perfect playground for nature loving, beach going, four-wheel driving and camping folk like ourselves. The below pros & cons are a mix of general facts as well as of our experiences this trip: Pros – • Wide, soft, sandy beaches and plenty of room to play when the tide is out.

• A choice of 63 numbered camp sites along a 3km stretch of beach – you’ll never have to rock/paper/scissors over a patch of ground again – choose from a wind-swept hideaway in the dunes or a sheltered bush setting. • The great mix of sites, from dispersed locations in Areas A–M: Q-T, or more social locations found at Areas N-P where the sites are closer (great for multiple groups). • The amenities block at Area P is modern, clean and plentiful. There are two fresh water showers. Whilst these are a tad chilly, it’s great to wash off the salt and sand before donning the jim-jams. Expect a small line-up at peak shower-time. • The ability to just jump in the 4x4, with some snacks, drinks, swimmers and fishing rods then take off up the beach for a few hours and set up wherever you feel. Or just set up the gazebo along the dunes barely a walk from your own camp site and watch the day go by. • A great spot for a round or three of beach cricket and very family friendly. Cons – • Very disappointing to see the amount of rubbish left by prior campers. The rule is what you take in, you take out. If only everyone respected this rule. • No pets (sorry fur babies) but this is to protect native wild life. • There are sightings of snakes fairly frequently. Ensure the family are aware and alert when walking through vegetated areas. • Getting off the beach into Woorim again at the end of a weekend can be slow and the sand gets very boggy. Expect delays. Would we come back again? Definitely. Do yourself a favour and add Bribie Island to your list of must-do camps in South East Queensland. Top memories – sitting back and being awed by the stunning sunset as it dips behind the sand dunes but leaves the beach aglow. Also, don’t forget - to take rubbish bags, sunscreen, firewood and starter kit, plenty of drinking water, insect repellent and other necessities as the nearest shop is back at Woorim. Also don’t forget to check for the tide times to plan for a safe journey along the beach. Road Safety rules apply and are enforced on these beaches. It’s a smart idea to pack a recovery kit including trax and a safety rated recovery snatch and shackle. Rating – 4.5/5 stars

If you are booking in peak season or long weekends, consider booking ahead. For more information - http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/ parks/bribie-island/camping.html and http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/bribie-island/ocean-beach-site-details.html

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Burpengary Markets are held every Saturday from 7am to 2pm at the Burpengary State School. Gretas Craft Group meets every Tuesday from 9.30am to 12.30pm, Corner Maitland Street and Old Bay Road, Burpengary. Lions Club of Narangba Inc. meets for a dinner meeting every second Monday of the month at the Narangba Bowls Club, 225 Mackie Rd Narangba QLD 4504. For more information, visit www.narangba.lionsq3.org.au. Narangba Bowls Club 225 Mackie Rd Narangba QLD 4504. Phone: (07) 3888 7922. Narangba Crows Australian Football Club is a family friendly club needing players aged from 6 to 14 wanting to play AFL. Male or female and any skill level - all are welcome. For more information go to our website www.narangbacrows.org.au or call Michael Cox on 0499 512 676 or Caryn Struthers on 0407 734 453. PLAY AFL - YOU’LL LOVE IT. Narangba Demons Baseball Club www.demons.org.au. Narangba Mums and PCYC Club FIRST SESSION IS ** FREE ** (no membership, no obligation). Email Holly at hollygibb@telstra.com.

Narangba Scout Group from 6 to 26 divided into 5 sections. Joeys,Cubs,Scouts,Venturers and Rovers Scouts have activities for everyone from challenging and exciting activities to a “learning by doing” award system. Please look at www.narangbascouts.com.au for more details.

Narangba Valley Toastmasters Club meets at Narangba Bowls Club, Mackie Road, Narangba, first and third Mondays monthly, 6.30pm. Phone Murray 0409 062 139 or Rod 0403 851 275. Norfolk Lakes Neighbourhood Watch meets on the third Tuesday in April, June, August, October in the Harris Ave Sports Complex at 7.30pm. Phone Barbara 0408 188 987. Outer North TEAR Justice Group provides a friendly and stimulating environment in which people can explore issues of poverty, injustice and how they can respond to these issues. We are a friendly non-denominational Christian group - meeting on the first Tuesday evening of every month with a focus on encouragement, advocacy, lifestyle and more. Everyone is welcome – for more details contact Di on 3888 0571. Queensland 4x4 Club, Narangba http://www.queensland4x4club. org.au/visitorinfo.php.

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Langbourne There is much to love about Alan Landau’s Langbourne. Aside from the thrill of being asked to review a book by a fellow Brisbane writer, the writing in Langbourne is gripping. The story follows two brothers and their family along their hard, and often at times tragic lives. Throughout the story there are small glimmers of hope, a fierce determination and a hard working nature. The descriptions are vivid and lyrical, the words leaping off the page and into the mind of the reader, pulling you along through the story with ease. This is not a large book, and perhaps one of the few faults I could find is that I would wish - with the book being quite small - for a bit more length in the story. We travel first from Poland to England, England to Dublin, and then Dublin to Africa, where the majority of the story takes place. Here the boys work hard with little money but big ideas in order to create a business that is successful enough to send money back to their very poor family in Dublin.

This is a story of hardship, hard work, family bonds, friendship and giving. The characters are strong and appealing - though perhaps a little too faultless - with the exception of Morris who can sometimes be rather outspoken and impulsive. The novel ends on an uplifting and heartwarming scene that leaves the reader feeling contented, and yet also leaves little clues as to the next book. There are two sequels, the first Langbourne’s Rebellion and the soon to be released second. I definitely encourage others to give Landau’s books a go. I am on my way to get the next book and find out what happens next.

Out of ten, I rate Langbourne: Plot - 8/10

Character - 7.5/10

Setting - 8/10

Clichés - 7/10

Overall rating - 7.6/10

More recommended Australian Novels List:

• Tomorrow When The War Began series by John Marsden • Double Exposure by Brian Caswell • Killer McKenzie by Eve Martyn

DATE CLAIMERS Sun 3rd The Handmade Expo | 9am – 2pm Sports and Leisure Centre - Morayfield Road (Behind Bunnings), Morayfield

Sat 9th Mountain Bike Navigation Challenge|2pm – 5pm Denham Road, Narangba for more information contact Col on 0491 161 678

Mon 11 th Burpengary Creek Walk and Morning Tea 9.30am – 12 noon CREEC, 150 Rowley Rd, Burpengary

Fri 22nd Opening Night Prima’s The Little Mermaid | 7.30pm Redcliffe Cultural Centre, Downs St, Redcliffe For more information visit www.prima.org.au

Sun 24th Job Search Workshop | 2pm – 4pm Centre 3 Sixteen, North Shore Drive, Burpengary for more information contact Trish on 5497 9453

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DIY Room Diffuser

We all want our surroundings smelling clean and fresh. Candles are great, but open flames need to be monitored which isn’t always convenient. Room diffusers are a safe alternative to keeping your home smelling beautiful and for this month’s DIY, I’ll show you how to make them for a fraction of what you’d pay for a store bought product.

You Will Need: • Carrier oil

• Essential oils or fragrance oils • Glass bottle with a narrow opening • Bamboo skewers • Measuring utensils Step 1 Measure out ¾ of a cup of your carrier oil. Carrier oils are any vegetable based oil. You can find an extensive list online and chances are you already have one in your pantry. I would however recommend using one without a strong scent; I used avocado oil. Step 2 Mix ¼ of a cup of essential or fragrance oils into your carrier oil. You can use any combination of scents you prefer, however the fragrance needs to be at a one to three ration to the carrier. ¼ of a cup is equivalent to four tablespoons; so if you wanted to combine two scents simply

mix in two tablespoons of each. I used a mixture of Sandalwood and Cedar essential oils because I like the smell, but another great combination I would recommend is ylang ylang and lavender. These both have relaxation properties and smell great together, making them perfect for the bedroom to promote a peaceful night’s sleep. Step 3 Pour your mixture into the glass bottle, filling it to about halfway. You might want to play around with quantities depending on the size of your bottle. If you have left over oil, you could always make a few diffuses to spread out around the house, or save some for later in an airtight container. Add your bamboo skewers. They will absorb the oil so the fragrance can travel through them and into the air. I used bamboo skewers because I had them lying around, but you can buy diffuser reeds if you’d prefer. These are great because they are extremely porous, allowing the oils to travel through them easily. They are inexpensive and you should be able to find them anywhere that sells candles, or online. Room diffusers can cost upwards of $60, not to mention store bought ones can be full of mysterious chemicals. I hope that you give this easy project a try.

I believe that the secret to success is to not be greedy

In the Spotlight Craig Crowe PARTNER, FOODWORKS BURPENGARY Fruit picking was a great career move for Burpengary FoodWorks Partner, Craig Crowe, as it not only led him to a job offer from John Nguyen, (then Owner of FoodWorks Childers), but also to meeting his wife! When John sold the Childers store, he offered his Produce Manager (Craig) a partnership in his new Burpengary FoodWorks store along with third Partner, Andy Le. And that is how the Crowe family came to be Burpengary locals. Yet it was more than his fruit picking skills that has attributed to Craig’s success. His career history includes time served in the Army, a Chef Apprenticeship, HR Manager for Beechworth Correctional Centre, world travel and some time as a Fettler changing wooden rail sleepers to concrete across the Nullarbor Plain!

I grew up in… Melbourne, Victoria. The first thing I do when I wake up is… kiss my beautiful wife. If I could be better at anything it would be… patience. I am always in too much of a hurry. I am at my happiest when… I am playing with my two children. When I am not working I am… renovating my house. I wish I could… spend more time with my two beautiful children. My biggest fashion blunder was… wearing purple flares to school when I was young. Most people don’t know that I… played soccer for the Australian Inter Service Side when I was in the Army. When I was growing up I wanted to be… a Chef. I couldn’t live without… the love of my family. My greatest achievement is… developing and initiating the induction and training package for Corrections Victoria. My most annoying habit is… leaving my dirty clothes on the floor. Do you want to be In the Spotlight? Contact Darren via ads@ournarangba.com.au