OurNarangba & Burpengary Magazine November 2016 by The Local Times

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Letter from the Editor Most of our readers know that our magazine doubles as a launch pad for those wanting to start their media career. Over the last month, some of our writers have enjoyed huge success with Rebecca Fawcett-Smith writing the October and November cover story for National Magazine, scenestr, and Kristine Lane appointed as Editor of The Australia Times Education Magazine in which the inaugural edition featured a story by our very own Meegan Berry. It is great to see our team grow. It was a lovely surprise to learn that one of our readers nominated OurNarangba & Burpengary Magazine for a New Business Award at the Moreton Bay Central Commerce 2016 Business Awards. Our team is so excited that the community thinks so highly of our work, and we look forward to updating you on the Awards night outcome in the December Edition. This month, I would like to welcome Susan Lamb, MP who has joined Mark Ryan, MP and Councillors Darren Grimwade and Peter Flannery as a regular monthly columnist. I would also like to welcome Katy as our new Content Manager as Rebecca focuses on the role of Copy Editor/Proofreader. For those online readers, or if you missed an edition, our magazine is now available in flip book format via our website where you can like and share copies of the magazines with your friends and family. Once again, I feel it is important to thank our advertisers. Our team is not supported by any organisation and so it is purely community advertisers who provide us with the ability to give this magazine free to the community. So from all our team, thank you so very much for your ongoing support. Darren More

COVER PHOTO: The Wilkinson Family from Narangba and Cr Darren Grimwade at Harris Ave where the Family & Youth Plaza will be built in 2017. Photo by Kara Bust

THIS EDITION C OMI NG SOON: NARANGBA FAMI LY & Y OUTH PLA Z A ! 4 HEAD I N’ ON D OWN TO… THE PLANT SHAC K ! 7 BURPENGARY TO LI GHT UP C HRI STMAS 9 LOC AL BUSI NESS WORK I NG WI TH LEGAC Y 11 H O W B A Z A A R , H O W B A Z A A R 13 NARANGBA I NV I TED TO JOI N BUC K ET BRI GAD E 14 L O C A L S U N L O C K I N G W O R K I N G D O G S ’ P A W T E N T I A L 15 S C H O O L S T A T I O N E R Y … S T R E S S F R E E ! 17 L O C A L N E W S W I T H S U S A N L A M B M P 18 L O C A L N E W S W I T H M A R K R Y A N M P 18 L O C A L N E W S W I T H D A R R E N G R I M W A D E 19 L O C A L N E W S W I T H P E T E R F L A N N E R Y 19 A MOMENT IN TIME WITH DANIELLE GARSIDE 23 In Remembrance of the Munro Family of Burpengary FOOTSI E PHOTOGRAPHER 24 HOW TO PI C K THE PAWFEC T PUPPY 25 HOME AND GARD EN WI TH NARANGBA HEI GHTS 27 Create a Festive Christmas Table TALK I NG FI NANC E WI TH LEE BOWD EN 29 Financial Professionals Help Reduce Reliance on Government Support R E A L E S T A T E W R A P U P W I T H G I N A W E L L S 31 How to Use Home Equity to Buy an Investment Property 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 33 Exam Stress! L I V E W E L L W I T H M E L T O R A Y A 35 Long and Slow vs Short and Fast BRISBANE OPEN WATER SWIMMING CHAMPIONS 36 LETS TALK WELLBEING WITH THERESE O’BRIEN 37 Kinesiology with Frances Deveer MORETON DISTRICT OVERALL CRIME INCREASES 38 CROSSWORD & PUZZLE 39 O U T & A B O U T 40 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 41 Grey Area 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 The Dressmaker D A T E C L A I M E R S 44 N A R A N G B A D E M O N S I N F I E L D E R I N A L E A G U E O F 45 HIS OWN 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 Vintage Teacup Candle ADVERTISING For advertising rates, conditions and bookings please contact our team at ads@ournarangba.com.au or contact Darren More via phone on 0416 430 792.

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Coming Soon: Narangba Family & Youth Plaza! by Katy More

A Narangba Family & Youth Plaza, including skate facilities, has been approved with work to commence in 2017 says Councillor Darren Grimwade.

concern,” said Cr Grimwade. “I recently presented the final artist impressions and a ‘fly over’ presentation to the P&C and all members in attendance endorsed the proposal.”

The need for a Family & Youth facility in Narangba was identified by Council approximately five years ago. During investigations, all Narangba parks were considered by specialist consultants to identify an appropriate site. A short list of five parks including McCormack Road where there is an existing half pipe and the parkland near the Ambulance Station were identified as being ‘possible’, with the Harris Avenue Park area shortlisted as the most suitable after being assessed against a comprehensive set of planning criteria.

“Council has invested significant funds in the Narangba area in the past for formal sport such as new soccer fields at Harris Avenue and a major refurbishment of the fields and club house at Williamina Court, but there are many young people in our community who, for one reason or another, do not fully engage in formal sport, so there needs to be an opportunity for them to undertake informal recreational activities and just hang out with their mates,” said Cr Grimwade.

Consultation commenced with Narangba Valley State High school and then the broader Narangba community including an onsite meeting at Harris Avenue Park. Whilst there are a minority of residents who allegedly have strong concerns about the facility, they were unwilling to speak with me at the time of writing this article. It would appear, however, that the concerns are centred on drug use and unruly/disruptive behaviour. Council has advised that the incorporation of CCTV security cameras will be considered if necessary to help combat these concerns. “We are currently running at 95% support from the community for the Family & Youth Plaza and the plans have been discussed with the High School to explore any areas of

Senior Sergeant Ash Stanke from Burpengary Police Station expressed confidence that the facility will be used in the spirit for which it is intended. “As local police, we will police the Family & Youth Plaza as we would any other popular venue,” he said. “I am confident that the design will be attractive to youth and significantly benefit efforts to keep the community safe.” Narangba residents are encouraged however to assist policing efforts by reporting any illegal or suspicious behaviour, with Senior Sargent Stanke stating that it is for the Narangba community as a whole to establish what level of behaviour is tolerated. If you think that the skate park will be left purely to the devices of Narangba youths, think again. Council confirmed

Artist Impression Photos supplied by Moreton Bay Regional Council

that they are planning to bring popular programs such as Ramp Up to the facility. “There has been a lack of organised activities in Narangba, and whilst there are groups that do arrange some things, I would like to see Council more involved in bringing activities to Narangba especially through the school holidays. The Family & Youth Plaza can cater for activities for all ages,” said Cr Grimwade. Interviews conducted with a number of skaters of various ages in the Narangba community left me in no doubt that this group of youths plan to take strong responsibility for the safety, respect and behaviour at the Family & Youth Plaza. An ‘unspoken’ code of conduct will ensure that those who act in a manner that puts ‘their’ facility at risk will not be tolerated.

Narangba mother and grandmother, Barbara Moloney, who has a lifelong interest in education and the wellbeing of children, is very supportive of the Council’s plans to build a Family & Youth Plaza in Narangba Valley. “While I acknowledge that any community facility such as a skate park (or even a shopping centre or tennis court) has the potential to attract anti-social activity, I have been impressed with the Council’s thorough planning and consultation process,” she said. “The proposed site for the Family & Youth Plaza beside the dog park and opposite the local High School in a visible and well-frequented area seems to be suitable for such a facility. I believe that it is very important to provide young people with opportunities to exercise and develop physical and social skills away from screens and electronic devices if they are to grow into healthy adults.” Funding has been included in this year’s budget to undertake the design of the facility, with the plaza scheduled for construction in the 2017/2018 budget.

Mark Ryan MP State Member for Morayfield

P 07 5343 5100 morayfield@parliament.qld.gov.au

PO Box 991 MORAYFIELD Q 4506

www.markryan.com.au Authorised by M. Ryan 3/67 Morayfield Road Caboolture South Qld 4510

Headin’ On Down to… The Plant Shack! by Kristine Lane

If you see a big pink sign on the side of Deception Bay Road that says ‘The Plant Shack’, then turn in past the iconic clusters of pretty pink petunias and marvel at the one of the best nurseries this area has to offer. Walking up to the rustic façade, through the big double gates lined with quaint hanging baskets and cleverly-recycled adornments, one enters a country charm paradise of colour, calm and ambience. For eleven years, Peter Popenko has co-owned The Plant Shack with his wife, Toni, alongside their son, Blake, who also helps run the business. Very much a family enterprise, the Popenkos have continuously provided excellent products and services to our local community. From selling top-quality plants that have a solid, long-lasting root system; providing beautiful and quirky home decor items; giving excellent advice about at-home plant care; hosting workshops partnered with Moreton Bay Regional Council; and holding special events such as Ladies Day and Mothers’ Day displays, The Plant Shack has fast become the go-to hub for both lay and experienced horticulture lovers. “Our aim has always been not to disappoint,” says Peter, “and people always feel good when they come here. The whole Moreton Bay area has grown exponentially over the past decade, so many new home owners, existing locals, and drivebys come to us to buy plants that they know will last. They also know they’ll walk away with the correct garden maintenance program which also keeps them coming back, time and time again.” With customers deliberately making the trek from further afield places like Maleny, Kingaroy and Bundaberg, what better endorsement is there for the Popenkos, whose passion for customer care and nurturing plants has created a first-class facility?

Peter, Blake & Ruby Photo by Skylight Snapshots

As well as the nursery itself, the three hectare site also includes food and beverage facilities such as a coffee stall and a Dutch Pancake stall (open Thurs - Sun) and a burger van (open on weekends); plus a spray-free Farmer’s Fruit Store selling produce from the Woodford zone (open Thurs - Sun). Opening by the end of the year will be a complimentary community garden whereby vegetables, fruit and herbs will be freely available to anyone. “This is our gift back to the local area,” says Peter. “The community has always been an integral part of our business, and we would like to support both the patronage of our customers and the desire for healthy living.” Located on the corner of Krause Street and Deception Bay Road, The Plant Shack is definitely ‘a great little ole’ place where we can get together…’ Open Monday through Friday from 8.30am to 5pm, and on weekends from 8.30am to 4pm. Visit www.plantshack.com.au for more information.

Burpengary to Light Up Christmas by Meegan Berry

It won’t be long and trees will be decorated with shiny baubles, light displays will glow even brighter than last year and carols will fill the warm evening air with sweet songs of wonder and delight. Yes, Christmas is almost upon us. The season synonymous with giving will be living up to its stellar reputation in Burpengary this year. Together with many local sponsors, the Burpengary Community Progress Association will again be treating the families of the area with the Burpengary Christmas Spectacular on Saturday, December 3, at the Burpengary Community Hall, 111 Station Road, Burpengary. This FREE annual family affair promises to be bigger and better than ever before, commencing at 3.00pm and reaching a fiery finale with fireworks. I met with Jodie Riek, Event Coordinator and representative of major sponsor, Hope Community Baptist Church, and spoke to her about the festivities planned for the day. Jodie enthusiastically disclosed the theme of this year’s Spectacular, “The event is about providing a fun-filled family evening, sharing this magical time of year.” There will be something for everyone throughout the afternoon and into the evening. From the market stalls of all shapes and varieties; to food and drink vendors to keep our tummies from rumbling louder than the music; to FREE entertainment for the entire family from an array of local talent – the Spectacular is aiming for a family oriented afternoon bringing the community together to celebrate Christmas. A little bird also tells me, that appearing throughout the evening will be a jolly old timer with a fondness for bright red suits and chimneys. Alongside the FREE rides, there will be an animal farm for the kids and the children and at 6.00pm the Hope Community Baptist Church will present their Christmas Carols; with the evening culminating in a FREE fireworks extravaganza kindly donated by Raine and Horne Burpengary/Narangba.

Gina Wells, Principal at Raine and Horne Burpengary/Narangba is excited to be a major sponsor for this event. “Raine and Horne has been a major sponsor of the Burpengary Christmas Spectacular for a number of years. This night brings the community together to celebrate Christmas. The fireworks are incredible and the entertainment too. Santa is always a favourite with the kids. I am proud to be a part of this event.” There will be FREE parking available across the road at St Eugene’s College and Kangaroo Bus Lines are kindly providing a FREE shuttle bus service right to the Community Hall grounds. A Facebook Event page (@BurpengaryChristmasSpectacular) has been set up to keep local families and businesses informed about the day’s merriment. The team are also still looking for stall holders; so if you are arty/crafty or have beautiful Christmas wares to share, head to the Facebook page and hit the BOOK NOW button. When your feet can take no more of pounding the market pavement, or the kids have gotten too dizzy from the rides, or maybe you just love local artists - sit down and enjoy performances from the ROAR Academy, Soul Dance and the Winner of Burpengary’s Got Talent (a local school talent competition). So to readers far and wide - bring along your blankets, pack in your Christmas spirit and warm up those vocal chords... The Burpengary Christmas Spectacular is set to light up the skies of Burpengary.

Local Business Working With Legacy by Kristine Lane

When veterans of war suffer physically, mentally or emotionally, thankfully there are numerous organisations and charities that help support their needs. But as Hollywood actor, Tom Hanks, campaigned recently, ‘[it is often the] military caregivers [that] are the hidden heroes and they need your support’. Spouses and children of fallen or ill servicemen and women can sometimes be over-looked or neglected. But thanks to one generous, local financial services’ business, it has partnered with Australian charity, Legacy, to help give these silent sufferers financial advice and support to help them get back on their feet. MLC Advice of North Lakes provides financial counselling to local military families who experience monetary hardship because of either an incapacitated, disconnected or deceased partner. So when either a spouse dies overseas whilst serving their country, suffers mental health issues if they return, or divorces their partner, it means that they can leave behind people who may struggle to pick up the pieces. Lee Bowden, Principal Advisor of the MLC Advice franchise at North Lakes, says, “Our fallen heroes definitely need all the help they can get, but what many people don’t realise is that when an Australian soldier for example, separates from their partner and children because of PTSD, all the financial benefits follow that particular veteran - they don’t stay with the remaining family members. This means that the family is often left to fend for themselves, financially. Life’s expenses don’t stop just because a family goes through a period of instability, so through Legacy, we help them get their feet back on the ground.”

MLC Advice North Lakes by Skylight Snapshots

Offering such services as budget management, home loan assistance, superannuation and pension advice, retirement planning and life insurance, Lee and his staff help with the long-term financial health of these people. “But it’s not just the long-term financial advice we give, it’s also short-term assistance. If there is a need to pay a looming utility bill or keep their child in a much-loved soccer club, then we can make a recommendation to Legacy to help pay those bills. We can even act as intermediary when re-negotiating mortgage repayments so the family keeps a roof over their head.” Established after World War One in 1923 by ex-servicemen, Legacy currently supports over 90,000 widows and 1,900 children through fundraising events, company sponsorships and bequeathed settlements. It has become a vital organisation for many Defence Force families. Lee, also an ex-serviceman, says, “I believe in what we do – we get to help local people who are in complex and stressful situations, and that is very rewarding.”

How Bazaar, How Bazaar by Meegan Berry

As I wandered around the brightly decorated space, all I kept thinking about was the unforgettable line from the immortal movie classic ‘Field of Dreams’, “If you build it, he will come.” They came alright...from far and wide, to hold stalls, buy goods and witness this exciting new Narangba venture. On October 9, Northside Community Markets held their Inaugural Grand Opening. Centrally located in the Narangba Community Hall and surrounding grounds, the markets launched successfully, and will continue to operate every Sunday from 8am to 12 noon. Speaking with the Market facilitators, Helen McConnelly, Jaynie Webster and Louise Boyce prior to the opening, their excitement was contagious. With extensive stallholder experience under their belts, the ladies have combined forces to bring a weekly marketplace to the Narangba community – something they believe will add to the local area. Realising their vision will allow vendors to share their wares while providing shoppers with the variety they desire. When we spoke on the Thursday prior to the Grand Opening, the ladies were thrilled that their idea was coming together, with just over 30 stallholders secured. “Our idea is to start a community market - something for the stallholders, not for us,” agreed the trio. “We want it to be a place for them to bring their goods and services to the community.”

There was a vast array of vendors available to suit the most discerning of market-goer. Representatives from Jamberry, Avon, Tupperware, Thermomix, and Your Inspiration at Home were joined by talented scrapbookers and craft enthusiasts stocking delicious candles, delightful crocheted goodies and beautiful embroidered gift ideas. ‘Gwen Sings’ entertained young and old with her interactive busking style – keeping the mood light and leading children in the odd Conga Line as well. To celebrate the Grand Opening, the Five Star Dance Academy (based in North Lakes), performed several foottapping and breathtaking routines – showcasing their talented youngsters. Each week,the Northside Community Markets team will be offering a free Sausage Sizzle space to local teams/organisations to assist with fundraising. Applications can be made by contacting the ladies at northsidecommunitymarkets@gmail. com. Alongside the sausage sizzle were several food and drink vendors and of course, the all-important Mobile Coffee Van...the ideal Sunday starter. With Christmas just around the corner, these Community Markets have begun at just the right time. On December 16, the team will be bringing Twilight Markets to the Hall. For further stall-holder and event information, head to the Northside Community Markets Facebook Page.

Narangba Invited to Join Bucket Brigade This year, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is celebrating its 25th Anniversary of McHappy Day and inviting Narangba community groups to show their support. Getting together to form a ‘Bucket Brigade’ will help the charity raise a record breaking $3.8 million for seriously ill children and their families across Australia. Taking place on Saturday, November 12, McHappy Day will once again bring the community together for a fun family day out, while raising much needed funds for RMHC’s essential programs and services which have so far helped over 120,000 Australian families. Local community groups including businesses, dance groups, the fire brigade and ambulance services are encouraged to get involved and support seriously ill children and their families by volunteering their time to help collect donations in fundraising buckets at their local McDonald’s restaurant on McHappy Day. Ronald McDonald Houses are attached to major women’s or children’s hospitals and provide accommodation for families with a seriously ill child while they are receiving treatment. Raising funds on McHappy Day will help even more families stay close together at one of the toughest times in their lives and continue to provide families with a home away from home. “Bucket Brigades are a simple and fun way for people in the Narangba community to get involved and help us reach our target of $3.8 million this year, which equates to providing over 28,000 nights’ accommodation for Australian families at one of the 16 Ronald McDonald Houses across Australia,” added Stephen. To form a ‘Bucket Brigade’ or get involved at your local McDonald’s, please contact the McHappy Day Project Office on mchappyday@ppr.com.au.

Locals Unlocking Working Dogs’ PAWtential by Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

Abandoned, rescued and surrendered working dogs are being given a second chance at finding their forever homes thanks to local Working Breed Rehab (WBR) foster carers.

the house, but my resident cattle dog is becoming quite the expert at showing them the ropes. Most of these dogs just need structure and love to become beautiful companions.”

WBR is a rescue group focusing on the working breeds – Cattle Dogs, Kelpies, Border Collies, Koolies, Maremma Sheepdogs, Shetland Sheepdogs, Australian Shepherds and their crosses. Founded in NSW in 2013, WBR works on four “R” principals; Rescue, Rehabilitate, Retrain, Rehome.

WBR utilise RSPCA’s annual Big Adopt Out Event, local shows and pet store adoption days to not only promote available dogs but to drum up community support. While WBR cover the cost of desexing, vaccinations and microchipping, everyday expenses such as food and flea treatments are funded out of the hip pockets of the foster carers, making donations very welcome.

Sarah and Steve Hursey - foster carers to Bramley who had Narangba Watch members on high alert recently after she absconded from a vet visit - have taken in eight WBR dogs in the last eight months. “Some of their backgrounds are neglectful, some are abusive and some are older dogs left

behind or taken to the pound because they are no longer useful,” said Sarah. “The unknown is always a challenge and many of the dogs have no history, so therefore introducing them into the family, including other dogs, kids and chickens is always an interesting experience.” Foster carers take the time to get to know each dog, so that they can build an online profile for potential adopters. “That’s the good thing about getting a foster dog,” explained Anja Reust, foster carer to Cattle Dog x Border Collie, Maxie. “I can tell people Maxie is good in the car, good with kids and good with cats. Whereas when you get a dog from a pound, you have no idea what they’re like”. Nicki Holman - custodian to Border Collie, Whiskey - was looking for a new friend for her family’s cattle dog when she decided to give fostering a try. “It can be disruptive having new dogs coming through

Peter Bolt - foster carer to Bruce who was rescued from Logan Pound - uses his connections in the Sheep Herding and Dog Sports networks to source donations and potential adopters. “A lot of my sheep herding friends win competitions and they’ll donate food won to

different causes,” said Peter. “I’m also trying to raise $600 to buy a pallet of dry food to distribute between all the carers.” Readers interested in contributing are encouraged to keep an eye on local community Facebook pages such as ‘Narangba Watch’ and ‘Narangba Valley Dog Park’ for donation appeals. WBR has rehomed 2,000 working dogs since January 2014, however with the number of dogs in crisis, foster carers are desperately needed. “If you are interested in fostering a dog, please just do it,” said Nicki. “There are dogs waiting in pounds all over the country who just need a second chance to have a wonderful life.” For more information on adopting a dog or becoming a foster carer, visit www.wbr.org.au. From left to right: Isaac and Anja with Maxie, Nicki with Whiskey, Peter with Bruce, the Hursey family with Bramley. Photos by Skylight Snapshots

School Stationery… Stress Free! If the idea of driving around during the Christmas rush or January heat looking for a Colby 40 page Navy Display Book or a 180° protractor is simply too much, Narangba Valley News has the answer! Owner, Bruce Giddings, and his team, have been doing a Back to School Program for five years now, and with more local parents choosing this local supplier for their school stationery needs, the business is growing each year. “Being a local supplier is a huge advantage for our customers as they not only save money and aggravation on travel, they can talk to a local person about their needs, and they pay no more for the more personal service,” said Mr Giddings. “On the rare occasion that a problem may occur, we are here seven days a week and will sort it out quickly and without fuss.” Narangba Valley News are packing booklists from Narangba Valley State School, Narangba State School, Jinibara State School, Burpengary Meadows State School and Burpengary State School. The store is also supplying the

general items on the lists for Narangba Valley State High School. Parents with lists from other schools are encouraged to enquire at the shop also.

schools, so let us have it all ready for you by then. Customers who want early pickup or something particular can just let us know.”

Parents and Carers are encouraged to bring their list/s into Narangba Valley News as soon as possible, and certainly before December 23. The required items will be packed into a sturdy box, and the customer will be contacted once the order is complete.

Not only is it easier to deal locally, Narangba Valley News guarantee to match the prices outlined on the school lists, putting the ease back into preparing for 2017 schooling. The pricing is the same as on the booklist, and the items are the same or equivalent.

“Just bring the lists in to us as soon as they become available, and we will do the work for you,” said Mr Giddings. “January is a very difficult time to be shopping for specific items for particular

So flick your school stationery list to Narangba Valley News and let Bruce, Leica, Marnie, Danielle, Jamie, Jay, Zani and Caitlin take care of it for you.

with Susan Lamb MP

As this is my first column for this publication, I would like to thank OurNarangba & Burpengary Magazine for the invitation to write a monthly column. I would also like to thank the people of Narangba and Burpengary for the trust you placed in me at the recent election. I was fortunate to spend a large amount of time during the election talking to residents in the area either by phone or on your doorsteps, something I aim to continue as your federal representative. Well it’s been a whirlwind few months since I was elected as the Member for Longman. In such a short period of time, I have been busy setting up the electorate office, hiring staff, meeting with constituents, getting out into the community and of course learning how to be a federal parliamentarian. In the midst of this busy time I have given my first speech in parliament. In that speech, I spoke of the importance of education. Having spent a decade working at Dakabin State School, it is a subject that is close to my heart, as I know it is for many of you. The area of Narangba and Burpengary is fortunate to have some fantastic schools. These schools are not just great educators of our youth but are pillars in our community. When good schools are embedded in our community long-term (like Burpengary State School’s 140 years of education) then the whole community benefits. I look forward to representing the area of Narangba and Burpengary and of updating you on what’s happening in federal parliament through this great local publication.

with Mark Ryan MP

Over 40,000 jobs have been created in Queensland since January 2015, but there are still many Queenslanders (including many young Queenslanders) looking for work. I believe it is government’s role to work with businesses and communities to help create and support local employment opportunities. We can do so much more for each other when we work together. Your State Government’s successful Skilling Queenslanders for Work (SQW) program continues to provide training and support for thousands of jobseekers across Queensland, and has recently been supercharged by a significant increase in incentives available for employers who take on an SQWqualified apprentice or trainee. Grants of up to $10,000 for these employers will be a game-changer. For more information about these grants and the SQW program, visit www.training.qld.gov.au/workstart. As your State Member of Parliament, I am committed to sticking up for local people and helping out the little guy. After all, I’m on your side. Recently, I’ve spoken with local families worried about the future of the school transport assistance program for students with a disability. Currently, this program is run by the Queensland Government, but it will transition to the National Disability Insurance Scheme from January 1, 2020. Disappointingly, the Federal Government has provided no clear information to families or bus operators about how this program will be delivered from 2020. That’s why I’m leading a campaign of local families, bus operators and community members to spur the Federal Government into action and provide certainty for our local kids with disabilities.

Area to be named “CHARLES MUNRO RESERVE”. An application was received from the Burpengary Progress Association requesting that Dale Street Park, Burpengary, be named in recognition of Charles Munro. Council approved an amendment to the original proposal to exclude a parcel of land fronting O’Brien Road which was not part of the original Munro land holding. TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS Alterations to the pedestrian refuge outside Narangba Valley State School in Creekside Drive were carried out during the September school holidays. Moving the refuge in line with the school’s pathway makes crossing the road easier. New line marking will help reduce traffic congestion and improve the safety for pedestrians and motorists. Please take care when driving around school zones and follow the rules at all times. BROWNS CREEK ROAD As part of Division 11’s $2.69 million in road resurfacing projects, Browns Creek Road, Narangba, was upgraded. The scope of the project involved the removal and reinstatement of sections of deteriorated road pavement and restoration of road shoulders; clearing and reshaping of roadside table drains allowing for improved water flow and prolonged pavement life. The project included approximately 1.1km of road resurfacing and was completed in October. For all your general council enquiries, call 07 3205 0555 or email mbrc@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. If I can assist further please contact me.

In addition, the applicant advised: Charles arrived in Burpengary about the time World War I broke out. Three of his sons, Donald S., Edward C. & Christian G. all enlisted. Edward was the only one to return. In 1918, Charles (nearly 50) also enlisted and served with the Australian Naval & Military Expedition Forces. His wife managed the farm while he was away, with the younger children attending Burpengary School. After the war, the family settled back into life on their farm and became very active in local affairs. Burpengary Presentation [The Brisbane Courier, 17 September 1930, p19]. In the Burpengary Hall on September 6 a social was held to say farewell to Mr. and Mrs. C. Munro and family, who are leaving the district. Mr. R. J. Warren, M.L.A., Mr. J. F. Fountain, Councillor Gleeson, and Mr. P. O’Brien voiced the regret of the residents at the departure of the guests. On behalf of the residents Mrs. Munro was presented with a pair of copper jardinieres. Miss Molly and Jean Munro received a leather suitcase and a handbag, respectively, and Mr. Munro was given a smoker’s companion.

In Remembrance of the Munro Family of Burpengary In 1914, many Burpengary residents went to fight for our country, with many sacrificing their lives for our freedom. ‘Diaries of a Stretcher Bearer 1916-1918’ written by Donald Munro, discusses the life of Munro’s ancestors during the First World War. When reciting a diary entry describing his father’s arrival in Burpengary in 1914, Munro writes: “We arrived in a spring cart leaded with all our effects. We must have made a strange appearance – Chris and I – wearing tiger-shooter helmets to offset the sun. Sam, the horse, knew only one pace, slow and stop, so our progress was not hurried.” “The road was rough after Petrie and the area was bushy with few houses to be seen. The mosquitoes became troublesome, so to combat them we managed to find an old bucket which we filled with dried cow manure. We tied the handle of the bucket to the axle of the wheels of the cart. The dung was lit and the resulting smoke deterred the mosquitoes.”

“On arrival at Burpengary, after leaving the main North Coast Road and after travelling along a winding, sandy road, we located our property only to find our house still occupied by a family allowed in by a Mr Leary M.L.C. They promised to vacate the house in a week when they found another house so we had to camp in a shed on the property.” “The locals were tickled about the new chums’ mosquito deterrent and later on we discovered other locals copying our action and hanging combusting dung under their vehicles.” “After our house was vacated, and when the rest of the family eventually arrived, one of our earliest visitors was a local of Scottish origin who gave us a resume of all the local residents, most of

The names of the Munro family, along with other Burpengary residents who served in the war, are displayed on the Roll of Honour which is located in the Burpengary Community Hall.

whom had peculiarities or nastiness. We thanked him for his warnings and later

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found in the Caboolture library.

Do you have any memories of bygone events held in Narangba or Burpengary? If so, please email us at editor@ournarangba.com.au.

Footsie Photographer by Alexander Habilay

Thalidomide was sold as a sedative and a cure for anxiety and nausea in pregnant women. What wasn’t included on the packaging was the drug-malformed infants. Local artist, Trish Jackson, was born in 1962 amidst this pharmaceutical disaster. Courtesy of her untimely birth, Trish wields mighty tyrannosaurus hands instead of ape arms. However, this isn’t the prehistoric setback you may think. Though naysayers, both educated and not, denounced Trish’s right to a life, she flipped them the T-Rex claw and proceeded to truly, authentically live. Trish has had a life plagued with other people’s stagnating doubt, yet she’s nowhere near diluted by the bigots. “I’m disabled in everybody else’s eyes, but my own,” Trish explained. “I’m just somebody who learnt to live with a confronting body and did it with a smile on my face.” If it was fate – and not negligent drug manufacturers – that bestowed Trish her quirk, then it must’ve been fate that gave Trish her first camera. Most photographers just play around with their settings, however Trish tweaks her light and limbs

alike. Using her hand and foot to steady and frame the shot, Trish then snaps a stunner with the remote shutter (the big red button) between her teeth. Trish’s skill and love for photography emerged when her older brother turned a bathroom into a darkroom. As soon as she watched him turn a blank photo into a beautiful masterpiece, she knew photography existed for her. She’s mastered her toes, pencil and lenses, and created a portfolio that’ll make you drool. You’ll find all original, all toe-drawn sketches and stunning photographed landscapes at Trish’s website; Photo by Skylight Snapshots www.footsiephotos.com. You can also expect her artwork on cards, calendars, the awkward in between, leaving them photo albums and in her upcoming awestruck, inspired and in fits of laughter biography. instead of tears. In recent years, Trish has begun inspirational speaking. Though (like all creative clichés) she was adverse to anything public, her first speech rendered the room a sobbing mess. “I didn’t think my life was that tragic,” muttered Trish. Years passed, and Trish found herself facing crowds of kindergarteners, the elderly and all

Trish Jackson has very much laughed in the face of adversity, cracked a ton of jokes at her own expense and can take incredible pictures – with her foot. Once she applied into the ‘Small Arms Division’ of the Army, unfortunately they didn’t appreciate her humour, so she mastered photography and public speaking instead.

How to Pick the Pawfect Puppy by Petbarn, North Lakes

With hundreds of breeds and cross-breeds to choose from, finding the best type of dog to welcome into your family can be a difficult choice. To help with this, Petbarn has launched a Dog Breed Selector online tool, aimed at helping Australians select the right canine companion for their lifestyle.

many Australian families appear to welcome a puppy into their home in the period between spring and Christmas.

The online tool asks people a series of lifestyle questions before providing a recommendation on one of 161 dog breeds.

Before deciding on a dog, Petbarn encourages people to ask themselves the following five questions:

Leonie Ewin, local Petbarn Area Manager said, “Choosing a puppy is an incredibly exciting decision, but many people make the mistake of choosing a breed because they like its physical attributes, without taking into account different factors such as the temperament of the breed, grooming requirements and energy levels.” “For example, breeds such as Border Collies are very popular as they’re known to be smart and obedient dogs. However, with that comes a lot of energy – so you need to be sure to have an outdoor area and a willingness to spend time with your pup, taking them for walks to keep them happy,” said Leonie. The new online tool has been launched to coincide with when Petbarn typically witnesses an increase in the number of people purchasing puppy products. Leonie says that

“We’ve decided to launch this dog breed selector tool now to help those who are thinking about welcoming a puppy into their families this year,” concluded Leonie.

1. How much space do I have at home for a pet? 2. How much exercise can I commit to do with my dog? 3. How important is it to have a well-trained dog? 4. How much time do I have to manage grooming? 5. How much time will I (or my family) be able to spend with a dog? By asking these questions, Australians can hone down on certain breeds that will be best suited to their individual lifestyle. To find out the best breed for you or to read more about different breeds of dogs visit: www.petbarn.com.au/ petspot/landing/. Petbarn has also developed a comprehensive Puppy Guide to help new pet owners with tips and advice for their new pet, which also includes a number of vouchers and offers for puppy products. The guide is available to download for free from the Petbarn website.

with Oxmar Properties

Create a Festive Christmas Table It is never too early to start thinking about your Christmas decorations! Christmas is the perfect time of year to bring tons of decorative and creative ideas into your home. The Christmas table is, perhaps, the most well-decorated space in any holiday home, and particularly if you plan to host a party, you want to be sure that your table is designed with the best dĂŠcor to keep your guests talking for weeks to come. When it comes to setting the perfect holiday table, there are several tips you can keep in mind to make your spread festive, functional, and fun. Table Tips #1: Functional Before you worry about anything else, it is important to be sure your Christmas table will be functional. Do not overdecorate to the point that your guests have very little room to actually eat their food! Choose the utensils you will need for serving and eating, but do not put out a dessert spoon, for example, if you will not have a dessert. This is also a good time to take stock of your dishes, and determine what colours you will be using in your table setting. Choose a complementary or matching colour for your fabric napkins, and try not to use more than two colours, with white, gold, or silver to fill in as a third.

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favours at each place setting to give your guests something to look forward to aside from just a good holiday meal. Throw a little bit of confetti, glitter, or other small and simple dĂŠcor around the table, but be sure to use this sparingly so as not to take away from your centerpiece. Add festive name cards at each seat, and your Christmas table will be ready for your guests in no time.

Elegance Is a Beauty That Never Fades You will discover the true meaning of elegance in a line of designer jewellery when you step into your local family-owned jewellery store, Jade Jewellers.

“Buying or creating a piece of jewellery with us is a personalised affair. We get to know our customers on a personal level. When you walk into our store you become part of our family, and it is with that sense of trust and honesty that we are able Elegance & Joy is a stunning range to share in special moments and of affordable, award-winning create memories for our customers,” jewellery that was created with said Mr Coates. a vision to inspire women to feel exactly as the name suggests – As we enter wedding and formal elegant and joyful. season, the Elegance & Joy range features a stunning array of unique Whether it’s your wedding day yet affordable pieces perfect for or just a normal day at the office, any spring occasion. designer Erin Coates believes every woman should feel that timeless “The Bloom pendant, earring and sense of grace and confidence ring set (pictured) tells a story of the motion of a flower blossoming, like a within themselves. woman’s spirit when she discovers her true self,” explained Ms Coates. “Elegance is about feeling beautiful, “It is with uplifting notions like these and I hope with my jewellery that buying a piece of Elegance & that I can help the women of our Joy becomes an experience that community to find that special will make you feel inspired and piece that truly speaks to them and connected to the piece that you makes them feel amazing when choose for yourself or a loved one.” wearing it,” said Ms Coates. Her parents, Gary and Laurene (the You’re invited to discover your owners of Jade Jewellers), share elegant self with Elegance & Joy at Jade Jewellers. the same sentiment.

Bloom Pendant, Earring & Ring Set Photo supplied by Jade Jewellers

Financial Professionals Help Reduce Reliance on Government Support Many Australians aren’t confident they have enough assets to support their retirement, according to MLC’s Australia today report, with 66% stating they’re only ‘slightly or not at all prepared’. The good news is that people who have help from financial professionals are far more confident. Professional help offers silver lining There’s a silver lining – Australians with the help of financial professionals (financial advisers or accountants) are more than twice as likely to feel ‘very or fairly well prepared’ for retirement than those without a financial professional. They’re also 21% less likely to feel ‘slightly or not at all prepared’. You’re less likely to rely on government support with professional help When asked if they will rely on the Australian Government in retirement, 43% of respondents agreed. Of those aged 50-70 years, 49% are relying on the government. Meanwhile almost one third of all Australians may be relying on an inheritance to help pay off their mortgage and ensure their future financial security. Those surveyed with financial planners or advisers are also 22% less likely to expect to rely on government support to ensure their financial security (52% with financial advisers compared with 27% without) and are 10% less likely to be relying on an inheritance to ensure financial security (77% with financial advisers compared with 67% without).

Is the cost of living too high to afford an adviser? It’s easy to feel that the cost of living is so high there’s nothing left for a financial adviser, so why not just put the money towards a holiday instead. You might be surprised at how cost effective financial advice can be, especially when the benefits from a financial plan may accrue over many years. Money spent today, may be multiplied tomorrow. The first meeting with an adviser is usually free. During this meeting, you and the adviser can discuss your financial goals and the adviser can give you an idea of what they can do to help you reach them. The rewards of engaging a financial professional may include: a more effective budget, a more comprehensive and considered investment strategy, an estate planning strategy, and adequate protection for your family in case something happens to you. How confident are you in your retirement plans?

Lee Bowden is an Authorised Representative of GWM Adviser Services, trading as MLC Advice. Registered office at 105 –153 Miller St North Sydney NSW 2060 and a member of the National Australia group of companies.

with Gina Wells

How to Use Home Equity to Buy an Investment Property With capital city markets growing by an average of more than 6% in the last twelve months, there’s a good chance you might have some equity in your home that you could put to some good use. Your home equity is the difference between your property’s market value and the balance of your mortgage. In the simplest terms, let’s assume you own a property that the bank values at $800,000 and you owe $500,000 – your equity is $300,000. However, this doesn’t mean you can now go out and purchase a property worth $300,000. Let’s say you want to buy an investment property with a market value of $600,000. There are also additional purchase costs (legal fees, stamp duty and so on) of around $40,000, bringing the total cost to $640,000. Assuming you get a loan approval from your bank, building society or credit union, the lender will fund 80% of the property’s market value – potentially more if you pay Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI). That is, the lender will

advance you $480,000 to buy the investment property in the form of a mortgage. However, the total cost of the property is $640,000, so an additional $160,000 is required for a deposit and other upfront expenses. This ‘deposit’ can come from the equity in your existing home, which if you recall is $300,000. It’s worth noting your home is not the only source of equity you can access – it’s also possible to use the equity in an investment property too. To find out more about how you can use home equity to buy into an investment property, contact your financial advisor at your local bank. The first step however is to order a valuation on your home to see how much equity you have and to also contact a couple of real estate agents to appraise your home. The Moreton Bay region is a great area to purchase your first investment property as vacancy rates are very low and there is a short supply of rental properties. Properties are also a lot more affordable here with prices starting at around $250,000.

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Exam Stress! As 2016 draws to a close, many high school students are busily completing assessments and exams as they finalise yet another year of schooling. With each passing year they edge closer to adulthood and the responsibilities of the wider world. Many feel stress and pressure stemming from assignment deadlines and upcoming exams. Doing well at school is important, but in the wider scheme of things results, grades and marks are not what define us in later life. A principal in Singapore recently posted the following letter on Facebook which I would like to share with you. Dear Parents, The exams of your children are to start soon. I know you are all really anxious for your child to do well. But, please do remember, amongst the students who will be sitting for the exams, there is an artist who doesn’t need to understand Maths. There is an entrepreneur, who doesn’t care about History or English Literature. There’s a musician whose Chemistry marks won’t matter. There’s a sportsperson, whose physical fitness is more important than Physics…like Schooling. If your child does get top marks, that’s great! But, if he or she doesn’t, please don’t take away their self-confidence and dignity from them. Tell them it’s OK, it’s just an exam! They are cut out for much bigger things in life. Tell them no matter what they score, you love them and will not judge them. Please do this, and when you do, watch them conquer the

world. One exam or a low mark won’t take away their dreams and talent. And, please do not think that doctors and engineers are the only happy people in the world. With warm regards, The Principal Wise words I think, and quite appropriate for this time of year. Encourage your child to do their very best; that’s all we can ask of anyone. Take the pressure off and let them shine in their own way. Many of the world’s most influential people didn’t do all that well at school: Winston Churchill, Walt Disney and Albert Einstein to name but a few. Yes, exams and good grades are important, but sometimes we need to put things into perspective. A failed exam does not a failed adult make! Karen Carter is Co-Director at Kip McGrath Education Centre Burpengary, providing professional tuition by qualified teachers in Maths and English for Primary and Secondary students. Contact us at www.kipmcgrath.com.au/burpengary or 3888 2332 for a Free Assessment.

Long and Slow vs Short and Fast The age old debate of long and slow cardio vs short and fast continues to be disputed. So what is better for you? When it comes to slimming down, intervals are far superior to slogging away on a treadmill for an hour while reading a magazine. Plus, interval training has some great benefits, such as shorter workout times and endless variety in terms of work-to-rest ratios. With that said, steady-state cardio does provide certain benefits to the cardiovascular system that intervals do not. It’s also good for recovery. Firstly, you need to look at what you are actually training for. If it is a marathon, both distance and time are a necessity. On the other hand, if it’s for fun and fitness, then intervals will give you a quicker result. When it comes to mixing it up, intervals give you plenty of options. You can vary the time or the distance, and you can also apply it across any cardio equipment. For example, on the rower, you could do timed intervals of 20 seconds rowing and then 10 seconds rest, repeating it up to eight times depending on your fitness. You could also make it a distance interval of rowing hard for 100m and then rowing easy for 100m. Sprints on the treadmill are a great training tool for marathon runners as well as hobby runners. Again, you could break it into timed sprints of anything

from 30secs to one minute sprints, then jump off to the sides for your recovery period. Same goes for the bike and cross trainer. Simply pedal hard and slow for set distances or timed intervals. As a runner I love to run outdoors, and living in our beautiful sunny climate there aren’t many times that we can’t get out. Not only do you see some great scenery, but you get to breathe in fresh air and exposure to a little bit of sun is great for your Vitamin D needs. There is nothing better than a trail run through the bush, up a mountain or by the beach. The key to all fitness is to mix it up sometimes, keep it interesting and don’t be afraid to try new things. If you’re running short on time, intervals are perfect! And they will help build up that cardio fitness real quick. There is no hard and fast rule, or right or wrong. What works for you or fits in with your schedule is good. The biggest thing is turning up and actually getting it done. Don’t get too hooked up on whether fast is better than slow. Anything is better than nothing. The key is ACTION!

Brisbane Open Water Swimming Champions The Australian Crawl Swim Team competed at the Brisbane Swimming 2016 Vorgee Brisbane Open Water Meet at Lake Kawana on the Sunshine Coast last month, coming away with three Brisbane Champions and a stack of medals. A total of twenty-eight swimmers swum in a variety of events including the 1.25km, 2.5km and 5km Open Water Swims. Results were as follows: Jordan Cassidy - Gold 2.5km (Brisbane Champion - Boys 14years) Tiffany Mackay - Gold 2.5km (Brisbane Champion - Girls 13years) Lucilla Oswald - Gold 1.25km (Brisbane Champion - Girls 13years) Griffin Pendall - Silver 1.25km Tate Sanderson - Silver 1.25km Piper Sanderson - Bronze 1.25km Millicent Warraker - Bronze 1.25km Jaya Carpenter - Bronze 2.5km For the first time, Brisbane Swimming offered a relay event for Open Water. Australian Crawl had a total of five teams enter, and were successful in winning Silver in the 14years and older age group 4x250 Relay. The members of the winning team were Riley Lawrence, Jaya Carpenter, Jordan Cassidy and Jessica Mouatt.

Head Coach, Kirk Taylor, who ran a number of Open Water training sessions for the swimmers in the lead up to the event, holds the title of 2007 New Zealand Open Water Coach of the Year. His inspirational and innovative coaching techniques really show in the results he and his swimmers achieved in the water.

Kinesiology with Frances Deveer by Frances Deveer, Naturopath/Kinesiologist

This month, I bring you a piece on Kinesiology by Naturopath/ Kinesiologist, Frances Deveer. I personally came across Kinesiology approximately 18 years ago and found it to be the “thing” that moved over the hurdles that kept popping up along the way to optimal health. You know, “that five steps forward, two steps back thing that happens”. I vowed that I would learn this amazing modality. You may find that over the next number of years, more practitioners and even mainstream medicine will start to really come on board with this amazing tool. Over the last few years, more courses are being designed with specifics in mind for example: sport therapists, exercise physiologists, physiotherapists, psychologists, counsellors; naturopaths, nutritionists and the list is growing. My main focus in the kinesiology arena is emotional health. We all have emotions, and whether or not they are acknowledged, they are part of us. If you have heard the words mind/body or metaphysical and wonder what and how they may relate to you or even what those words really mean, kinesiology can help to answer and solve that riddle. Kinesiology may be used for chronic health, pain, stress, or even to support you to find the answers to your life’s purpose, or deal with an “attitude” that needs addressing. Whatever you think or believe you need addressed, kinesiology can help you find your unique answers. This modality is not a one size fits all, for you to achieve balance within.

Kinesiology is for those individuals who want to take responsibility for themselves, whether it is to cope with stress, learning challenges, muscle injuries, or why that persistent cough will not go away. How we feel and how we think about ourselves is what we become. If we change the way we THINK, we can change our life experience. So how does kinesiology work? By using gentle muscle monitoring, information is gleaned from the subconscious mind of the person. This information is used to find the best way to restore balance and heal on all levels, whether that is mental, emotional, physical, spiritual or nutritional. When all is well within our system, we feel well. We then are capable to make choices that allow us to live and enjoy life. Frances is a member of the team of practitioners at Jack Willow’s Health and Wellness Centre located in Caboolture South.

Moreton District Overall Crime Increases by QPS Media

Moreton District Officer Superintendent Mick Brady welcomed the release of the Queensland Police Service’s Statistical Review in September 2016 which demonstrated a reduction in break-ins, stolen vehicles and fraud offences across the district. The Statistical Review represents a comprehensive insight into the level and nature of crime reported for each police district throughout Queensland. The overall crime rate across the Moreton District from 2014/15 to 2015/16 increased by five percent to 28,832 offences. Over the 10 year period from 2006/07 to 2015/16, Moreton District recorded a decrease in the rate of offences against the person and offences against property. “When adjusted for population growth, the overall crime rate of offences against the person over the past 10 years decreased by 9.3 percent and offences against property decreased by 9.5 percent,” Superintendent Brady said. In 2015/16, unlawful use of motor vehicles decreased by 5.5 percent, unlawful entry into houses decreased by 6.1 percent and unlawful entry into shops decreased by 45.1 percent. Superintendent Brady urges the community to remain vigilant with the security to their houses, vehicles and other property items, with 11,711 offences against property reported in the past year. “A lot of break-ins and property thefts are opportunistic and are preventable,” Superintendent Brady said. “We urge the community to use all available security options on their property to prevent opportunistic thefts as a result of unlocked or unsecured property.” “In addition to proactive and intelligence-led patrols, police will continue with proactive policing and community programs, such as the Moreton myPolice blog and Neighbourhood Watch groups, to remind the community to be actively participating in crime prevention methods.” Fraud offences fell in the past year with a decreased rate of 37.6 percent. Computer fraud decreased by 96.2 percent, while

cheque fraud increased by 48.2 percent, credit card fraud increased by 52.8 percent and identity fraud increased by 208.2 percent. “The decline in overall fraud offences can be attributed to the proactive initiatives implemented in the Moreton District over 2015/16, which educated the community and raised awareness on these offences,” Superintendent Brady said. “This is still a timely reminder to the community of the importance of adopting preventative measures and behaviours, such as not providing personal information to unverified organisations or individuals, to ensure they are protected against fraud.” In the Moreton District, the number of Domestic and Family Violence Applications increased from 1,477 in 2014/15 to 1,761 in 2015/16, or 18 percent in the rate of applications per 100,000 people. “In 2015/16, approximately 67 percent of applications were police initiated,” Superintendent Brady said. “Domestic and Family Violence Orders are civil orders and not a criminal matter, however if the respondent breaks conditions in the order they are committing a criminal offence”. The number of breaches to Domestic and Family Violence Protection Orders increased from 1,073 in 2014/15 to 1,463 in 2015/16. “The increase of reports of domestic and family violence can be attributed to the proactive work being done by police in the district and from the community gaining more confidence in reporting incidents to police,” Superintendent Brady said. “The QPS is committed to working in partnership with the people of Queensland to provide professional policing services that will, over time, prevent and reduce the incidents of domestic violence in Queensland.” The Annual Statistical Review 2015-16 is available on the QPS website. Note: All percentages used in this release relate to the number of reported offences per 100,000 people. Media seeking regional and district crime statistics from the Queensland Police Service 2015/16 Annual Statistical Review can locate details on the QPS website at www.police.qld.gov.au.

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Grey Area He Says: One of my favourite things in life is assumptions. I’ve grinned down the gauntlet of several ordeals, only to walk out with my bigotry ravaged by the pleasantly unexpected – well in most cases pleasant. Regardless of the outcome, what I truly love about assumptions is the way they break. You could nurture the most vicious or loving hypothesis, meet one particular person and then watch it disintegrate like tissue paper. Be it a clique or career, no matter how strong your bias may be, there’ll always be someone to satisfyingly snap the stereotype. I’ve encountered people who’ve baffled me with their crumbling clichés and traumatising transitions through life. It would be easier if there were dead straight avenues of absoluteness surrounding certain folk. But I’ve realised whatever the exterior may elude to, it’ll never sincerely reflect a person’s inner monologue. I’m hankering for that lowly sensation that comes with each assassinated assumption; the enlightenment chasing the reveal that not everything is black and white. It’s those grey characters I’ll never forget, the tragic heroes and underestimated heroines that dismembered all my preconceived ideas. The people that made me fly, and brought me crashing back to Earth – the worthy friends.

She Says: Grey is my favourite colour. It is the colour theme of my bedroom, the colour of my favourite bantam and the colour that I gravitate to when shopping. The older I get however, the more I notice grey appearing around me unintentionally. Not in my hair (touch wood) but in my perception of the world around me. Where once my views were very much black and white, they are now filtered through refreshing and at times startling greys. My opinions, beliefs and assumptions – once so dogmatic, biased and unforgiving – are becoming more reflective, pliant and considered. Sure, some views and outlooks have remained unshakeable, however my outlook on society and humankind now resembles a smudged charcoal drawing rather than a stark, symmetrical inkblot. What was once unforgiveable can sometimes, in fact, be forgiven. What one would once consider a calamity, can in fact prove the catalyst for much needed change. Is this relaxing of values a sign of wisdom gained or a symptom of ideals lost? Forget fifty shades of grey. Life is really one big grey area. One word, one instant can shatter preconceptions, dissolve expectations and blow long-held notions out of the water. And I’m personally thankful for every eye-opening epiphany, not matter what the cost.

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COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD Free service provided by OurNarangba & Burpengary Magazine for Community, Social and Non-Profit Organisations Anglican Parish of Freshwater Burpengary, Deception Bay & Narangba Worship Services weekly 6pm Saturday at Burpengary and 8.30am Sunday at Deception Bay. Also Healing Service on first Sunday of each month at 6pm at Deception Bay. www.freshwateranglican.org.au or Like us on Facebook. Burpengary and District Men’s Shed meets each Thursday from 9am to 11am at Caboolture Sports Club, Station Road, Morayfield. Burpengary Anglican Church Parish of Freshwater 45 Pitt Road, Burpengary. Traditional Worship Services weekly with Eucharist at 5.30pm Saturday evenings. Visitors welcome. Please stay for a coffee and a friendly chat after the service. Burpengary Market is held every Saturday from 8am at Burpengary State School. Burpengary Community War Memorial Committee invite ex-service men and women and residents of Burpengary, Narangba and surrounding area’s to attend their Remembrance Day Service at the Memorial, Buchanan Park, Progress Road, Burpengary, commencing at 10.30am. They are also seeking donations and sponsorships to help raise funds to conduct the ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day Service in 2017. For further details contact Vice President, Trevor Rackley, on 0412 410 612. Centre 3sixteen 20 Northshore Drive, Burpengary! Do you want to fill in some time on Fridays? Interested in CRAFT and Coffee? This is the place to be! Every Friday from 10am to 12noon. Experienced tutors. Learn new skills at your own pace. All are welcome. Enquiries Ph: 3142 3238. CRAFT and Coffee Fridays 10am to 12noon. Interested in learning some new craft? Bring your own craft work or have lessons with an experienced tutor. Cost $4. Ph: 3142 3238 for bookings or email: info@n3c.org.au. Deception Bay Anglican Church - Parish of Freshwater 43 Park Road, Deception Bay. Modern Family Worship Services weekly at 8.30am Sunday mornings with an active band - guitar, drums and keyboard. Visitors are always welcome. Please stay for morning tea and a friendly chat after the service.

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 Heart Foundation Walking Group meets Monday and Thursday at 4.30pm (time changes with the seasons) for a free one hour walk. Contact Mick on 3886 9490 for details. Narangba Mums and PCYC Club FIRST SESSION IS FREE (no membership, no obligation). Email Holly at hollygibb@telstra.com. Narangba Rangers Rugby League Football Club Inc. – Please visit our website www.rangers.leaguenet.com.au for all details of the Club. Players from U6 to U20 catered for at Williamina Court Sports Complex. Go the RANGERS! Narangba Scout Group from ages 6 to 26 divided into five 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 United Football Club www.narangbaunitedfootballclub.com.au/ Narangba Valley Toastmasters Club meets at Narangba Bowls Club, Mackie Road, Narangba, on the first and third Monday of the month at 6.30pm. Phone Murray 0409 062 139 or Rod 0403 851 275. NCCC Norfolk Lakes Art Group meets at Centre 3sixteen every second Monday from 9am to 12noon. All are welcome. Please call Di on 0411 154 880 or Centre on 3142 3238. November dates are 14th and 28th. . 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. Over 50s: We are three friends – late 50’s to early 60’s who would like to meet other single ladies in the Narangba to Redcliffe area for friendship. We enjoy coffee, picnics, walking, day trips, music shows at local venues and most of all getting out and about. If you are interested in joining us, please call Margaret on 0419 574 427 or margpet5@gmail.com. Queensland 4x4 Club, Narangba www.queensland4x4club.org.au/visitorinfo.php

Deception Bay Scout Markets each Saturday from 8am to 1pm @ 18-24 George Street, Deception Bay. Great range of products at Pocket Pleasing Prices, come along and enjoy the country feel, have a chat to the friendly stall holders and help support the Deception Bay Scouts. We also have a market at 41-51 Bailey Road, Deception Bay each Thursday morning 8am to 1pm. New stallholders welcome at both, just contact Angela 0414 713 520.

Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA) meets third Tuesday of the month, 7pm, Supper Room, Burpengary Community Centre, Burpengary. QCWA is not just tea and scones. It is about friendship, community, being connected and we are looking for new members. We are a group of women of mums, grandmothers, single, married, employed at home or in the workforce. Contact Christine King on 3202 7510 or christinelking@bigpond.com.au.

Greta’s Craft Group meets every Tuesday from 9.30am to 12.30pm, Corner Maitland Street and Old Bay Road, Burpengary.

Shed Happens For Blokes meets first Tuesday of each month at Creekside Community Church, 793 Oakey Flat Road, Morayfield from 6pm to 8pm. Supplying a BBQ meal donation of $10.00 per person. Contact Wayne on 0407 736 244 to find out more.

Lions Club of Narangba Inc. meets for a dinner meeting every second Monday of the month at the Narangba Bowls Club, 225 Mackie Road, Narangba. For more information, visit www.narangba.lionsq3.org.au. Men’s Wellbeing Association www.menswellbeing.org meets third Thursday of every month from 7pm to 9.30pm at Burpengary Community Hall, Supper Room, Station Road, Burpengary. FREE. Narangba Anglican Church - Anglican Parish of Freshwater 45 Pitt Rd, Burpengary. Weekly Worship Services at 5.30pm Saturday evenings. Visitors very welcome. Please join us for a light supper or coffee and friendly chat after the service. Narangba Bowls Club 225 Mackie Road, Narangba. Ph: 3888 7922.

SWIMMING - Australian Crawl Swimming Club is based at Caboolture Regional Aquatic Centre, and offers year-round swim training and swim racing practice for children from beginner to national level. Heated indoor 50m 10-lane pool. First club night is FREE. Contact Head Coach Kirk Taylor on 0405 577 204 or email kirk_water_ boy@yahoo.co.nz. www.australiancrawl.swimming.org.au VIEW (Vision, Interest and Education in Women) Club! Ladies, if you’d like to make new friends, and are interested in supporting local children, come and join the Caboolture branch of VIEW Club! We meet monthly on the third Thursday at Caboolture RSL for lunch, 10.30am for 11am. INTERESTED? Then ring Leslie Court, Club Secretary, on 5498 8126.

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The Dressmaker If you’ve seen ‘The Dressmaker’ you’ll understand what I mean when I say I have very conflicting feelings for the movie. While the acting was superb (isn’t Kate Winslet always?), the storyline is not quite what you’d expect. On the one hand, it’s very Australian. We follow Kate - otherwise known as Myrtle “Tilly” Dunnage - through her trials as she returns to her narrow-minded, slightly backwards, small hometown. This “small town” does its best to reinforce Outback Australia stereotypes, with its single street, single chemist, single grocery shop and bigotry-filled inhabitants. But we’ll happily overlook these things due to the 1950’s setting and Liam Hemsworth’s abs. Things are a bit rocky in Tilly’s hometown as she battles with her mother, Mad Molly, and tries to remember and confront - a dark past. Yet things aren’t always as they seem. While Tilly discovers the truth about herself, we, the audience, discover something about this movie. It is NOT going to be what we expected. I can’t really say any more without giving it away, but what I will say is this.

If you want a good, funny Australian movie with some great acting and a rather...erm...unusual ending - definitely take a crack at this one. Complete with gypsies, cross-dressing, good Australian accents, crazy people and town people that make you roll your eyes, this movie is certainly entertaining.

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My recommended Unexpected Turn Marathon List (use

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3. ‘Orphan’

2. ‘The Village’ 4. ‘The Sixth Sense’ 5. ‘Haunter’

DATE C LA IM E R S Tue Nov 1

Melbourne Cup Celebrations | From 11:30am Narangba Valley Tavern

Sat Nov 5

25th Anniversary McHappy Day McDonalds Restaurants

Tue Nov 15

Building Respectful Relationships Workshop 38 Paisley Drive, Lawnton

Thu Nov 17

IKEA North Lakes Grand Opening

Moreton Bay Multicultural Fiesta | 2pm - 7pm Pine Rivers Park, 125 Gympie Road, Strathpine

Men’s Wellness Assocation | 7pm to 9pm Burpengary Community Hall, Supper Room

Sun Nov 6

Sun Nov 20

Barefoot Bowls Competition | 2pm - 5pm Narangba Bowls Club Inc.

Mon Nov 7

Narangba Holt Bold Kids Community Event 3.15pm to 4.30pm Narangba State School www.theholtboltkids.com.au for tickets and info

Fri Nov 11

Remembrance Day Service | 10.30am War Memorial, Buchanan Park, Progress Rd Burpengary

Sat Nov 12

Breakfast Bowls 8am | 12pm Narangba Bowls Club Inc.

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Vintage Teacup Candle

Good quality, long-burning candles are ridiculously expensive to buy. Once you realise how easy it is to make your own, you’ll never want to go back. I’ve seen some pretty creative ways to make candles, but I think the vintage teacup is my favourite. They make a great homemade Christmas present or home décor item.

You Will Need

• Soy wax and wicks (Spotlight or craft stores) • Pot or saucepan • Hot glue gun • Clothes peg • Teacup • Scented oil or candle scent (optional)

Step One

Make sure your teacup is nice and clean. Using a hot glue gun, attach the base of the wick to the base of the teacup. This may vary depending on the kind of wick you bought. Always read the instructions on the packaging carefully. Note: You don’t want to trim the wick until after your candle has set. To keep it from falling in the hot wax, clamp the wick with a clothes peg and balance the peg over the mouth of the teacup.

Step Two

Before melting your wax, carefully read the instructions. Different brands may have different tips and tricks to avoid

burning. I always recommend soy wax; it burns longer and is better for us to be breathing in. Melt your wax on the stovetop in a small pot or saucepan. I recommend buying one from an op shop because you can never really get all the wax off it, making it no longer safe for cooking. Once melted, your wax should go translucent. If you’d like to add a scent, do so now and mix through.

Step Three

Carefully pour melted wax into the teacup. Pour slowly and try not to let the stream touch the wick. You may find it simpler to pour the wax into a small jug first, as the spout can make it easier to pour with precision.

Step Four

Leave your candle to set overnight, or for at least 12 hours. Once the wax is dry, trim your wick down to about an inch. Enjoy your quirky, vintage creation!