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I hope you all have been enjoying the wet weather we have been having. I know my lawn is the best it has been in a long time! Nice and green, timing in perfectly with St Patrick’s Day! Speaking of which, there are a lot of our local cafés and restaurants that are celebrating St Patrick’s Day, so why not go and enjoy something different!

On the subject of something different, you will have noticed I have changed our layout in the magazine. We are trying to put in something for everyone, you will see we now have kid’s pages, handy tips and suggestions, motoring tips and home decorating ideas. Not only that, we have had a lot of fantastic contributions being submitted, to the point I have had to rotate some of our regular features to every second edition.

As we pride ourselves on being a local magazine, for the locals, about the locals, I would love some feedback from you, our readers. Is there something you would love to see in the magazine? What is it that you like or dislike about it? Please feel free to email me with your suggestions. I certainly encourage your feedback.

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Community Notices……………….71 -73 Fishing Report........................................62 History..............................................28 -31 Kids Page..........................................42-43 Letters to the Ed…………….....……...70 Mad Poets...............................................69 Meet your local Tradie………....….54 - 55

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MBBS, Bsc Nurs, RN, Cert of General Dermatology, Dr Tracey Milton had a long career as a Registered Nurse before graduating from Griffith University Medical School in 2011. After completing her residency at Redcliffe Hospital, Dr Milton joined the Royal Australian Air Force where she

of fellowship training with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and studying for post-graduate qualifications in Dermatology.

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Darryl then spent 21 years serving our country in the R.A.A.F and after retiring from there, he went on to work another 27 years with the Department of Transport as an inspector.

Darryl and Brenda (Nee ford) and Darryl Brown of Bongaree Brenda moved from the Gold Coast to Beautiful Bribie Island in 2006 and decided to retire here in 2007.

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WRAAC “MEMBERS OF BRIBIE ISLAND AND SURROUNDS WRAAC EX SERVICEWOMEN ATTENDED THE 69TH WRAAC CORPS DAY LUNCHEON AT THE GEEBUNG RSL, ON SATURDAY 15TH FEBRUARY. FIFTY-SIX WOMEN, ALSO INCLUDING TOOWOOMBA, GOLD COAST, SUNSHINE COAST AS WELL AS THOSE FROM BRISBANE, WERE PRESENT. There were many stories of times as recruits, training courses and postings. Lots of laughter over pranks played, small ditties sung and the recall of never to be forgotten anecdotes and one-liners attributed to instructors!

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seen for years were reestablished; two women remembered their recruit course together almost seventy years ago!

During the ceremonies, a Recognition of Loyalty and Commitment to the Association was given in the form of a decorative pin to members of 25 and 35 years standing while screenshots and visual history of past and current members were displayed.

Our next Corps Day, February 2021, 70th WRAAC Anniversary is to be held in Perth, W.A. It is hoped that many will attend from all over Australia.

The current TRISERVICE LUNCH for ExServicewomen is to be held on Saturday, 28 March 2020 AT 11.30 AM at the Geebung-Zillmere RSL Club.

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nternational Women’s Day celebrate all women, in all their diversities. IWD embrace their facets and intersections of faith, race, ethnicity, gender or sexual identity, or disability. IWD celebrate those who came before us, those who stand beside us now, and those who will come after.

It’s a time to celebrate the achievements of women, whether social, political, economic or cultural.

on progress, to call for change and to celebrate the courage and determination of the women who changed history, and those who will advance gender equality into the future. International Women’s Day is an occasion to review how far women have come in their struggle for equality, peace and development. It is also an opportunity to unite, network and mobilises for meaningful change.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY IN AUSTRALIA Australia’s first International Women’s Day was held in 1928 in Sydney. Organised by the Militant Women’s Movement, women called for equal pay for equal work, an 8-hour working day for shop girls and paid leave. The next year the event spread to Brisbane. In 1931, annual marches were launched in both Sydney and Melbourne and both marches continue to be held today.

Since these early days, International Women’s Day has continued to grow. It is a day to celebrate women’s achievements and both highlight and work to address barriers that continue to perpetuate gender inequality.

International Women’s Day has become a time to reflect

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To me, International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. I love my community and enjoy contributing to the advancement of the region.

I am a positive role model for my daughters, granddaughter and other women. I want people to learn from me how to be a positive person within the community. Someone who is honest, hardworking, courteous and gives to others. It is the actions I undertake every day to live my life and make my daughters proud to be a women.

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To me, International Women’s Day celebrates Hi, my name is Kristy and I am the owner of Wright’s fruit barn. I feel that I am a great role model for women as I am a business owner who is very passionate about healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle. I believe women can achieve anything they put their minds too.

CLOE EINAM

Marketing Manager- Bribie Island RSL & Citizens Memorial Club Inc. Cloe has been working with the Bribie Island RSL team for over 14 years. Cloe is currently over halfway through a Marketing degree and continues her professional development by attending off-site training sessions and conferences. Cloe is ultimately responsible for all aspects of the Clubs marketing, managing all social media accounts, print and in-house advertising. She also heads up the Club’s Community engagement program and has established several fundraising initiatives to ensure the business is meeting the expectations of its members and the wider community

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INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY SHERIDAN BLANCHARD-DURBIDGE

SIMONE WILSON - Strong women lift each other up – we’re captains of our own soul and masters of our own fate. As the words of Helen Reddy play in my head, our wisdom is born of pain, we’re not novices any longer and we’re more determined to achieve our final goal.

WE ARE STRONG, WE ARE INVINCIBLE, WE ARE WOMAN!

Many women never stop and think about how they may be judging themselves based on an outdated image of success. Success for me is pride in what I am doing and who I am being.

A mother, a business owner, a wife, a step-grandma, a friend. Whatever hat I am wearing, I pride myself in doing the best that I can. It means having the wisdom to be grateful for what you are doing whilst still being hungry enough for change and growth. We as women never stop learning and changing, whether it’s our bodies that are changing or our mindset we are always growing.

A wise person once wrote – “A women with a book and a pen has the power to move nations.

A woman with a mind and a voice has the power to change worlds”.

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY TO THE GLORIOUS WOMEN OF PUMICESTONE.

CAROLYN WHEELER CPA Accountant: Working as a FCPOA Practicing Accountant, the initial office started 20 years ago in Woodford, growing to include 2 staff and extending to a sub office at Bongaree. Loving the beach made the decision easy to move.

I have been involved with many associations – mainly as treasurer of course. Other than my love of the beach, catching up with friends, cooking, reading and working take up most of my time. Joining Dragons Abreast last September has been a great experienceGolf is on the horizon again after playing socially at Woodford. Sponsoring the annual Breast Cancer Golf Day at Woodford for 15+ years is always a special day.

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Sandstone Point Dental is on a mission to help change Australia’s perception of going to the Dentist.

Her successful career as a Dentist started in 2013 in Mumbai India, wanting to learn and accomplish more for her career she decided to move to Australia and begin studying for her exams.Dr Neha Ohri has already achieved so much in her dental career, however one of her most recent accomplishments that she is most proud of is becoming an Australian Citizen.

Dr Neha Ohri works closely alongside the Practice Manager Danielle and her Senior Dental Assistant Tash who play an integral part of helping Dr Neha Ohri take such great care for her patient’s.

As a current candidate in the local elections, I have been talking with many women and have found myself being an example of what is achievable. As a mother of teenage daughters, I have also found myself saying, stand up, be strong and believe in yourself! Anything is possible for women today!!!

NOELENE LAKE International Women’s Day makes me stop and reflect of the plight of women throughout the generations, the progress that has been made and where women are now.

I reflect on equality, education, financial security, justice and personal safety.

I want every woman to feel courageous, empowered, loved, respected, safe, supported and valued.

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TRACIE JENNINGS To me, International Women’s Day is a reminder that we have the power to speak our minds, to manage a household, to bear children, run successful companies, and so much more. It’s a day that we can come together collectively to celebrate and acknowledge all of the incredible women in our lives. As a professional woman in a male-dominated industry, I have leveraged every opportunity within my business to set the standard for the next generation of professional women that are coming through the ranks. Empowering women means there is no limit to what we can accomplish!

INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY @ the Jetty

LJ HOOKER

Experiences are made more memorable when you are greeted with a warm smile! And who has one of the biggest on the island? @ the Jetty Front of House Manager Tarryn who has been working at this location for nearly 17 years !! Together with Jess, Michelle, Bree, Hendrianna, Keeley, Jen and Mikayla the girls make an amazing team of energetic and experienced hospitality and event leaders. Thank you ladies.

It takes team work, resilience, calm, creativity, patience, and awesome barista and skills to succeed in the hospitality industry… you all have it in spades as you learn and grow from each other.

International Women’s Day, which began in the early 1900’s is a day to celebrate how far we have come as women, an equal world where every lady has the freedom to aspire and achieve, to honour the feminist struggles through many generations. Women’s value has been under recognised for far too long, and acknowledgment of this helps to create a more equal world.

LJ Hooker Bribie Island employs 8 women in an office of 14 people who are constantly dealing with female clients across Australia and around the world. We are very proud to be involved in International Women’s Day.

ALI KING - “Our community is filled with amazing women!

This International Women’s Day I want to especially acknowledge the huge contributions of older women to our local community.

One of the wonderful things about our area is the high level of volunteer involvement in community groups and causes. And older women are always on the front lines! Whether it’s fundraising for domestic violence survivors, raising awareness about organ donation or protecting our natural environment, so many older women work hard into their retirement years to make our community better. Ladies, I am humbled by all you do. Thank you! “

KERRY LEWIS

For many women in business, it’s a juggling act to balance work, home and relaxation.

Bribie’s wonderful environment, friendly people and amazing ambience make business life a pleasure. With some twenty years’ experience and success working in residential real estate in south-east Queensland, Kerry loves living on beautiful Bribie Island.

Under the Madeleine Hicks Real Estate banner, as a licensed real estate agent and auctioneer, Kerry is totally committed to working in the vibrant local real estate scene. Offering quality service, with integrity, honesty and sincerity is Kerry’s professional signature.

BROOKE SAVAGE As a working mother in a male-dominated industry, I understand firsthand the challenges facing women in our society. However, I have also been privileged to experience the support and encouragement of our community as a woman, a mother and a leader, and I am incredibly thankful for this. In a changing and increasingly challenging world, it is vitally important that we focus on building each other up, celebrating the achievements and successes of all people and encouraging our younger generations. Happy International Women’s Day.

SCOOPY’S FAMILY CAFÉ

Diversity and generations of wisdom set the scene for a great business where learning, sharing and growing are a part of our values.

The wonderful women at Scoopy’s collectively bring over 65 years of experience working in this single business. How amazing is that? Thank you to all our ladies from Sarah and Sharon with 15 and 14 years respectively, to our newest team members Kerry Anne and Tiffany. Thank you for the laughter, energy, wisdom and care you bring to work every day and for creating an amazing environment where everyone feels they belong.

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isn’t about self-promoting but happy to join our International Women’s Day feature.

She would need a whole page to list all of her achievements and community service.

20 years with the surf lifesaving and still active today, currently running her business that she began in 1982. Di has a bachelor degree with distinction, enrolled nurse with distinction, cert 4 in training assessment education, St Columbians board member, Bribie High P@C, Toastmaster bronze, Sgt at Arms, combined services club member, secretary crest club, built a centre for start-up businesses for women in the 90’s, and much more.

Di is definitely a strong female role model that has given her adult life to continuing to support our community.

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Food, Wine & Island Times Abbey Museum’s A Crusader’s Journey raises over $7000 for bushfire relief.

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n Saturday, February 8th, the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology welcomed guests to an evening of medieval food, drinks, laughs and entertainment to raise funds for the small town of Genoa in the Gippsland Region of Victoria.

The community of Genoa tirelessly defended their homes and their loved ones from the bushfires the ravaged the town on December 31st and destroyed the historic Genoa River Bridge, as well as claiming the life of a muchcherished member of the community.

Abbey Medieval Festival Event Manager Michelle Hanton said the response

from the local community with such short notice was truly amazing.

“We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of community support from both the re-enactors and local businesses - as well as both sides of politics,” said Ms. Hanton.

The evening blended the Crusades with an evening full of feasting and entertainment, including a handful of Queensland’s Medieval Reenactment community.

The Crusader’s theme was included down to the rich catering provided by award-winning chef Robert Van Buerle, who merged medieval cultures and tastes to further immerse the guests.

The night raised over $7,332, which was donated to Genoa Town Committee, organised by residents Melissa Peisley and Kayla Severs.

Ms. Severs said she the event looked like a fantastic night created by “a bunch of amazing people.”

“Genoa will be so thankful,” she said.

The Genoa Victoria Bushfire appeal for community GoFundMe is raising funds to help rebuild the community of Genoa. The funds will go directly towards rebuilding the community and will be distributed equally amongst residents who have been affected by the bushfires.

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STEAK OUT: Enjoy a delicious 200g steak served with chips & house salad or creamy mash & seasonal vegetables plus your choice of sauce*

TWO FOR $32: Purchase two main meals from the ‘Two for Tuesday’ selection for just $32.00* See specials board for available meals on the day

WINE DINNER

Enjoy an exploration of the senses as our host for the night, Matthew Treacher, guides us through some fantastic wines from the McGuigan portfolio paired with delicious offerings from our culinary team…

On Arrival - Amuse Bouche A selection of petite canapes

Accompanied by McGuigan Single Batch Project Brut Cuvee NV TO TOP OR NOT?: Enjoy a delicious Chicken Schnitzel served with chips & house salad or creamy mash & seasonal vegetables plus your choice of sauce or topper*

1st Course

Tuna tartar, avocado, quail egg & ponzu sauce

Accompanied by McGuigan Single Batch Project Sauvignon Blanc & Rose

2nd Course

Pernod scented creamy Slipper lobster & prawn thermidor

SPICE IT UP: It’s Curry Time at The Surf Club! Our Chef’s are creating some delicious authentic dishes for you to enjoy. Check the specials board for today’s options* If you like it spicy ask for it HOT!

Accompanied by McGuigan Single Batch Project Pinot Noir

3rd Course

Slow cooked wagyu beef cheeks, sweet bread tortellini, natural jus

Accompanied by McGuigan

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4th Course

Chef’s selection Cheese Plate

Accompanied by McGuigan Hand Made Shiraz

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Tea’s and Drinks EDIBLE NATIVE PLANT LIST – SUNSHINE COAST REGION

Part 2

Acronychia acidula

LEMON ASPEN

An excellent shade tree which bears large clusters of cream to white crisp juicy fruit in winter and spring. Excellent for refreshing drinks and sorbets.

Backhousia anista

ANISEED TREE

Ornamental rainforest tree with a delicious aniseed flavoured leaves. The leaves are used to flavour deserts and sauces. They are also used to make a tea which has a stimulating effect.

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Backhousia citriodora

LEMON SCENTED MYRTLE

This small rainforest tree is now being grown in commercial plantations. The exquisitely fresh lemon scented leaves have made this one of the most popular bush foods. The leaves are harvested for use in Asian cooking. They are also used to make nice tasting tea.

Microcitrus australis

NATIVE LIME

The pleasantly juicy pulp of the round green fruit is used to make refreshing drinks or marmalade.

Diploglottis cunninghamii

NATIVE TAMARIND

Bunches of yellow-brand hairy capsules in summer spilt to reveal a juicy orange coloured pulp surrounding a large brown seed. The pleasantly acid tasting pulp makes a refreshing drink and is used for making jam.

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COOKING THE PERFECT FETA AND PINENUT LAMB ROAST

By Aussie Meats and Seafood CNR GOODWIN DR & COOLGARRA AVE BONGAREE Next to Macca’s

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• Make sure you bring the roast meat to room temperature ( It should take about 30 minutes) • Pre-heat the oven to 108 Degrees • Put the roast in oven for approximately 1 hr and 10 minutes • Cut up the Vegies and

microwave in a little water for 6 minutes then toss them in duck fat before baking for 50 minutes • Lamb is cooked when the internal temperature is 60 degrees for medium rare, or 70 degrees for medium well.

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NEWS Well, the rain has brought much relief to lots of remote areas in our country and some cooler weather for us Queenslanders. On the advertising front, I’ve been flat out. It seems our gloss magazine being the only one of its kind in our area, and being such a great read is becoming so popular with the advertisers scrambling to get in that I had to give up my space last edition.

I hope you enjoyed our new restaurant/cafe feature last issue that will appear in every second issue for 10 issues, highlighting a different business each month. We are spoilt for choice with our food options on the island.

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Lions Clubs 50th anniversary, so keep your eye out for that one. There will be some great history and photos of the lions’ great efforts over the decades. If there are any businesses I haven’t managed to get to yet that would like to buy a spot for the lions club please ring or email me and I can tell you how you can help.

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Delicious Chicken Salad

INGREDIENTS

SALAD:

Marinade/Dressing: • 1/4 cup (60 mL) balsamic vinegar • 2 tablespoons (30 mL) olive oil • 2 teaspoons brown sugar • 1 teaspoon minced garlic • 1 teaspoon dried basil • 1 teaspoon salt

• 4 chicken thigh fillets, skin removed (no bone) • 5 cups cos lettuce leaves, washed and dried • 1 avocado, sliced • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced • 1/2 cup mini mozzarella/ bocconcini cheese • 1/4 cup basil leaves, thinly sliced • Salt and pepper, to season

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heat and grill chicken fillets on each side until golden, crispy and cooked through.

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Lá fhéile Pádraig sona dhaiobh

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rish people are very proud of St. Patrick and the traditions that go hand in hand with his celebratory day. Sprigs of shamrock are often pinned to lapels and leprechauns can be spotted weaving in and out of the

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crowds (sinking a few pints) St. Patrick was born and raised in Gaul of Romanised parent and later moved with his family to the village of Banna Venta Burniae which may have been in Scotland. But where his birthplace was actually

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situated is still debated. Some say it was lowland Scotland while others suggest it sat in Wales. But one thing we can be sure of, it was across the Irish Sea where Ireland’s patron saint originated. Slave traders captured Patrick as a teenager,

along with thousands of others.

They were all brought to Ireland and sold. Patrick was sold to King Niall of the Nine Hostages and put to work as a shepherd. He later wrote that he had deserved to be captured at the time. He believed it

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happened because of his lack of faith in God. He remained a slave in Ireland for six years during which he prayed many times a day and learned the local language.

be figurative and refer to pagan religious beliefs and practices rather than reptiles or amphibians.

The small green clover which is actually white clover and is only found it Ireland has thee leaves representing The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit.

So, it is very common to pin some pretty seamróg (young clover) to your coat on St. Patrick’s Day before you head off to the parade.

After escaping slavery, Patrick fled to Killala Bay in the West of the Emerald Isle where he boarded a ship to Britain.

The captain of the ship tried to force the young Patrick to acknowledge his position in a common gesture of the time.

But despite Patrick refusing to

Celtic music is defined as

conform he was still allowed on board and spent the journey preaching to the crew instead.

Legend suggests that while our patron saint was enduring a 40-day fast on top of the hill of Tara a load of slithering snakes appeared and started attacking him. Patrick, however, fought back and drove them all into the sea, banishing them to British soil. Scholars suggest that the term “snakes” may

music that originates from the countries of Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The people who live in these locations are known as Celts, which is how the music became known as Celtic music.

It is best described as a type of folk music with distinctive music and lyrics.

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ribie’s own CELTIC MINSTRELS are playing from 6:30 pm – 8:30 PM. Join the fun at the Serenity Restaurant, Bongaree on Friday,

March 20th so join the fun as Paddy comes late. Enjoy jigs, reels, hornpipes, waltzes and if you are game enough throw your voices into the chorus of some great old Irish songs and feel free to push your chair back, put on your dancing shoes and let loose.

A great Irish menu, including potato soup and soda bread or Irish potato cakes with smoked salmon and cream cheese. Follow that with Guinness Pie or Irish Stew,

they played at the Serenity Restaurant. Phone 34747899 and don’t miss out.

Wishing you “Lá fhéile Pádraig sona dhaiobh” – Happy Saint Patrick’s Day. full house the last time, they played at the Serenity Restaurant. Phone 34747899 and don’t miss out.

Wishing you “Lá fhéile Pádraig sona dhaiobh” – Happy Saint Patrick’s Day.

and round the meal off with Guinness chocolate mouse or Bailey’s cheesecake that has been compiled for the night. Will go a treat when you match it with a Guinness or two or in the words of that great Irish Pub song “The Wild Rover”, ‘I have whiskey and wines of the best’.

Bookings are essential as the CELTIC MINSTRELS played to a full house the last time,

OPENING HOURS: Thursday to Sunday

Phone bookings 07 3474 7899 155 Welsby Parade Bongaree www.serenityatthwwaterways.com

LIVE MUSIC continues THIS FRIDAY NIGHT Friday, 28 Feb Friday, 20 March Featuring Bribie Island’s own Craig (Gibbo) Gibson Gibbo promises his guests to enjoy a smorgasbord of acoustic “Kroozy tunes with songs that have provided the soundtrack for many of our lives.

Sometimes obscure but always popular,

Music from 7:00pm to 10:00pm Friday night menu is a three-course for $35, main only $24.

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4TH

Free international Women’s Day Morning Tea with Guest Speakers.

Time: 10.00am - 12pm. This year’s theme is …An equal world is an enabled world.

Individually, we’re all responsible for our own thoughts and actions - all day, every day.

We can actively choose to challenge stereotypes, fight bias, broaden perceptions, improve situations and celebrate women’s achievements.

Collectively, each one of us can help create a gender equal world.

Let’s all be #EachforEqual.

Bribie Island Bowls Club 23/11 Welsby Parade, Bongaree

5TH

Messy Day (0-5 years, Drop in) Bribie Island - Time: 9.30am - 10.15pm.

IEnjoy playing with kinetic sand, painting and more. Please dress in clothing suitable for getting messy.

For parents and children under 5. No bookings required.

1 Welsby Parade, Bongaree

7TH

Unique Resin Bookmarks Workshop Time: 10.30am - 12:00pm.

Come along and join in with this fun and new, self-paced resin bookmark tutored workshop.

All materials, equipment and instructions provided, you only need to bring yourself and some creative concentration :) Choose from a selection of backgrounds, inks, adhesives, and glitters - then mix your own choice of eye-catching resin colours. We will make two bookmarks and a third depending on how much resin you have left allocated to you. Bookmarks can be as subtle or as flamboyant as you wish to make them!

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This session is designed for adult beginners who have never used resin but any skill level is welcome if you would like to learn this technique in a friendly and lovely location.(note: If you would like a youth from ages 12 and up to attend with you - there is only a certain amount of resin for each participant so it’s very important that if they need extra one on one assistance other than the instructions, you are on hand to help and guide them And everything you make, you take!

Bribie Island Community Arts Centre 191 Sunderland Dr, Banksia Beach

a survivor and an adventurer who has spent most of her life in Africa.

Also, a speaker and an author, Diane dares her audiences to be who they are and succeed.

The author will sign books after her talk. Buy a book at the event or bring your own copy along to be signed. Free. Bookings required.

Bribie Island Library 1 Welsby Parade, Bongaree

12TH Bribie Island Drop In Session: 8TH Glowing Fairy Lantern Jars Workshop

Time: 10:30 am - 12pm. Come along and join in with this beautiful, selfpaced glowing fairy lantern jar tutored workshop.

All materials, equipment and instructions provided, you only need to bring yourself and some creative magic Choose from a selection of glitters, fairy silhouettes, flowers and charms - then assemble to create your dream fantasy fairy lantern. And a bonus LED flickering candle will be given to you to pop inside your finished jar!

This session is designed for adults and teens would like to learn this technique in a friendly and lovely location.(note: If you would like a youth from ages 10 and up to attend with you - there is only a certain amount of paint and materials for each participant so it’s very important that if they need extra one on one assistance other than the instructions, you are on hand to help and guide them. And everything you make, you take!

Bribie Island Community Arts Centre 191 Sunderland Dr, Banksia Beach

NDIS Information & Access Time: 12:00pm – 4pm. A fun night for Book Club members and those who’d like to join a Book Club. Discover latest titles, suggest titles and test your knowledge in our trivia competition. Doors open 6pm. Facilitated by our friendly library staff. Registration required.

Bribie Island Library, 1 Welsby Parade, Bongaree

15TH

Barefoot Bowls (991)

Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm.

Suitable for all ages. Come along and enjoy a game of Barefoot Bowls Bribie Island Bowls Club 23/11 Welsby Parade, Bongaree

28TH

Russel Morris

11TH

Meet the Author: Diane Carter Time: 9.30pm to 10.30pm. Diane is The Bribie Islander

Bribie Island Hotel Doors Open 8pm.

Legendary australian musician announces new album black and blue heart After a staggering 50-year career, Russell Morris returns with his new album, Black And Blue Heart.

Cost: Presale: $35.00 Door: $45 (bf) 18+Tickets: at Oztix and Venue Facebook page.

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Arrival BIRDS IN THE YARD

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have very mixed feeling about our South East Queensland Summers; all that heat and humidity. I found it particularly trying when I first came to Bribie and made my feelings quite clear to my longsuffering husband.

However, there are, and were compensations.

The birds are beautiful, and the birdbath and feeder that we got for Xmas came into their own. The bath was an instant success with many birds using it for drinking and for taking a cooling plunge, but it took them a little longer to work out how to use the feeder. Eventually, some avian Einstein solved the problem, and then we had Pale Headed Rosellas, turquoise and

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yellow, Scaly Breasted Lorikeets, green and gold, and Rainbow Lorikeets, purple, green, gold and scarlet, all taking their turn to feast. My husband and I loved to watch them as they impatiently waited their turn to join the honeyeaters, butcherbirds and magpies in the bath.

Visiting the trees in the yard were mobs of white Corellas, a smaller version of the Cockatoo and just as noisy. Competing with the Corellas were the beautiful pink and soft-grey Galahs, my particular favourite.

The magnificent Yellowtailed Black Cockatoos gave notice of their occasional visits by the distinctive loud cracking of the Banksia and Cassia nuts on which they fed.

Feeding on the ground, looking for seeds, were

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the Crested Pigeons with their iridescent green and purple wings, and their companions the Peaceful Doves.

Our neighbours are disparaging about the Ibis that visit us looking for free hand-outs, but I feel their long-curved beaks give

these mendicants a very “snooty� demeanour which I find quite charming.

Their lack of any road sense is only rivalled by the Pheasant Coucal. This beautiful bronze bird spends most of its time on the ground and can run like the wind, but

REGULAR FEATURES on approaching a road, will make a suicidal low flight at about the level of car headlights, giving the driver no chance of avoiding the unfortunate but foolish bird.

The Noisy Miners or mickey birds, with their distinctive yellow patch behind the eye and bright yellow beak offsetting their otherwise grey plumage, were always present in great numbers. Don and I would refer to them as “thug birds” due to their habit of dive-bombing us or other birds during their breeding season.

temperature controlled by the male, either by heaping on more leaves or removing the same.

Each year Australian Brush Turkeys adopted us.

These are mound builders.

The males, distinguished by their red wattles, build a large mound of dead leaves and other litter, whilst the females lay the eggs within the mound. The eggs are

We called all our turkeys Scratch due to their habit of looking for berries, seeds and leaves underneath our trees by scratching the earth.

Little Red Flying Foxes Visit the Sanctuary of Bribie Island

and no Australian trees for us to enjoy.

By Christine Wilson A most remarkable phenomenon is happening right now here on Bribie Island.

Thousands of the Little Red Flying Foxes have come to enjoy the flowering trees.

They are the only flying fox in the world that almost exclusively eats nectar. As many Australian eucalypts and related trees only make pollen at night, the bats are their pollinators as the bees only work in the daytime.

So, without these remarkable creatures and their cousins, the Black, Grey Headed and Spectacled flying foxes pollinating, there would be no koalas

When our grandsons were young, they loved our birds but especially Scratch

whom Marcus would chase and try to envelop in a bear hug.

He failed to understand why his affection was not reciprocated.

The sounds of the garden were equally delightful.

The Butcher Bird’s and Magpie’s piping song, the Kookaburra’s morning reveille, the Lorikeets shrill calls when they wheeled

in large numbers as a call came up warning of a raptor overhead, or at sunset prior to roosting for the night, the constant soft woo-ing of the crested pigeons as they kept up their perpetual courtship.

What would our yard be Do our You Have without precious birds?

A Story to Tell?

Send it into: thebribieislander@gmail.com

With so much devastation at present, please be conscious of the need for these Little Red Bats. They are migratory so will not stay long.

They will be noisy and maybe a little on the nose, but this is a small disturbance for us for a short time for the valuable work they do for us humans and all creatures that need trees.

Living in strong family groups they hang together and fly together en masse making highways in the sky at dusk. Something more than remarkable – a gift for us to observe in wonder!

Although thought of as a threat to humans, they do not attack. If a bat is sick or injured and on the ground no member of the public should touch it but should call Wildlife Rescue Queensland on 0478 901 801 to assist the bat.

While Little Reds are not regarded as endangered yet, the Australian government lists Grey-headed Flying Foxes as vulnerable.

The recent clearing of trees near where the Little Reds are now camping disturbed the Greys and the Blacks, many of which had youngsters depending on them. They need all the help they can get to raise their families.

Look upwards in awe as they fly on the highways of the sky.

Look closely at their translucent wings and

remember without these bats, no trees, no tree dwellers, negatively impacting on our wellbeing.

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THERE ARE TWO INTERESTING EVENTS AT BRIBIE ISLAND COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE, COINCIDING WITH THE WONDERFUL TOURING VINCENT SERICO EXHIBITION “SOME PEOPLE ARE STORIES’ IN MARCH.

The first is a performance

by Nana Magic on Thursday, March 26 at 11 am.

Nana Magic (Uraine Roelofs) performs a delightful and vibrant children’s show of indigenous music, song and dance.

AND AT 11 AM ON SATURDAY, MARCH 28, CHRISTINE STUART, WILL GIVE AN INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS IN THE GALLERY.

Christine Stuart is a Gubbi Gubbi and Iningai woman who owns and manages her own Aboriginal Cultural business called ‘Bulu Yabun’ across south-east Queensland. Her workshops include teaching Aboriginal culture, history and language and traditional art workshops for schools and early learning/ childcare centres.

“Nana Magic, Tilly & Friends’’.

Come join Nana Magic, Tilly & friends on an unforgettable Outback adventure, learning important environmental messages along the way.

Places limited, so bookings essential on 3408 9288.

Christine Stuart has written two Aboriginal Children’s Language books, “Gubbi Gubbi Animal Friends” and “Gubbi Gubbi Bush Tucker Girl”. Each book teaches the Gubbi Gubbi language through traditional storytelling for all ages.

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an Indigenous Community Counsellor at several schools, she is also the Secretary of the Aboriginal non-profit organisation ‘Gubbi Gubbi Dyungungoo Group Inc’ helping preserve Aboriginal land for future generations.

Her passion for teaching Aboriginal culture, history and language has seen Christine visit schools, early learning centres and community organisations across the Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Gympie area.

Bookings for this are essential 3408 9288.

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necConnect with the world’s oldest continuing culture in March at Bribie Island Community Arts Centre

Some People are Stories

Matthew Flinders Gallery MARCH 10 – APRIL 5 Vincent Serico’s paintings tell stories about living in different parts of Queensland, working, travelling, painting, and playing cards in old mission communities like Cherbourg, Palm Island, Mornington Island, Yarrabah and Doomadgee.

Join Curator Michael Eather from Fireworks Gallery, Brisbane for a talk and tour of the exhibition and gain a deeper insight into the works of Vincent Serico on Saturday March 14 at 2pm.

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HISTORY

Bribie News 60 years ago …… news clips from those days.

By Barry Clark Bribie Island Historical Society

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y regular articles about Bribie History are generally bases on research and information from up 100 years ago, but 60 years ago is much more recent.

The last article about a “Future Vision for Bribie” was a bit different and got some interesting reactions.

It is easy to forget about things as recently as just 60 years ago. For some “senior” readers the 1960s will be vivid memories, while for younger people it is like

ancient history.

This article is a reminder of some fascinating events back then, with articles and advertisements from local newspapers at that time. Back then, a dozen bottles of Beer were just

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$4.28, and a very smart new Automatic Washing Machine was only $129.

In 1962 Bribie, a year before the Bribie Bridge opened, Bribie ran its own newspaper, the “Bribie Star”, for 10 years until the

early 1970s. Newspaper headlines from that time provide an insight into the topical and political issues and news from that era.

Here are some news items that were taken from the Bribie Star that you might find interesting.

NEW BUILDINGS ON BRIBIE

HISTORY

With the building of the bridge to Bribie, new business opportunities opened up, including a Recreation & Sports Centre in Cotterill Avenue built by Hendon & Sons. It offered Roller Skating, Quoits, Dancing and indoor Bowls, together with various Boating Services.

The building later became a Cinema for a few years, after that was “Busy Fingers” Op shop for 22 years and is now the Baptist Church.

When the Bribie Bridge opened, you could build a new two-bedroom home on Bribie for $2176, with just $100 deposit.

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT

In 1967, it was proposed to approach the Government about the construction a major Oil Terminal in the Pumicestone Passage area, to unload Oil cargoes from large new Oil Tankers being built.

There was also a Caboolture Shire Council election in 1967 in which a record number of 28 candidates nominated for election.

There were 3 Bribie people who nominated for election as Chairman of the Council.

The article mentions the names of Boyd, Schrag, Latcham. Unwin and Rickman, who are all wellremembered people from Bribie’s past, who have streets or Parks named for them.

BRIBIE BRIDGE TAKEOVER When the Bridge opened in 1963 a surprise announcement of an

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excellent fishing and a variety of birds and wildflowers that were enjoyed by residents and visitors. It seems that Cane Toads were becoming a major problem at that time as this newspaper article testifies.

expensive Toll to be paid to cross the Bridge, created much concern in the community.

This led to further agitation for Bribie Island to succeed from Caboolture Shire Council. and become its own self-Governing Council. There was even talk of a Council takes over the Bribie Bridge from the State Government, who had built it, to have direct control of the Bridge Toll revenue.

CUT THROUGH THE ISLAND In 1968 an even more amazing proposal was put forward, to cut a channel through the north of Bribie Island, into Pumicestone Passage, and build a new access road up the middle of the island, and new Bridge to the mainland.

LOOKING BACK AT LIFE

These news clips from the Bribie Star newspapers are just a few of the fascinating stories published throughout the 1960s. You can imagine

what the residents and visitors’ reactions might be.

Some were delighted….and others very sad.

None of these things actually eventuated……...but Beer was just $4.28 a dozen!

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I hope they give you an appreciation of the sorts of political issues at that time.

There were only about 700 residents on Bribie in 1963 when the bridge opened.

There was still a lot of wildlife,

HISTORY

BRIBIE’s OLD AND GRANDEST HOUSE

TOC-H Organisation The Toc-H organisation is an international Christian movement founded in Belgium in 1915 as a place

OPEN HOUSE & MARKET DAY On Saturday 28th March the oldest and grandest house on Bribie will be open to the public for inspection.

This is “Coungeau House” at 36 Banya Street, Bongaree, which was built in 1915 by Emily and Norman Coungeau as their retirement home, after running a very successful continental Restaurant in Queen Street, Brisbane, for many years.

Emily became a recognised poet and lyricist, working on the shady veranda of the house, she wrote many poems and the words of the first Australian Opera performed by a professional theatre company.

At the end of their lives, they had become significant patrons of the Arts and donors to charitable causes.

In 1936 they gifted their magnificent home to the Church of England as a holiday retreat for clergy and their families, which it was for more than 40 years. During the years of World War 2, the house was occupied by the military and used as a base and HQ by high ranking American and Australian officers.

In the early 1970s, the building was passed to the TOC-H organisation as a holiday home for those with disabilities and in need.

Open for Viewing

Saturday 28th March is an opportunity for the public to enjoy and open house viewing with information and a presentation about the historic building, the original owners, and the various interesting occupants over its 105-year history.

WHEN; 10 am – 2, pm Saturday 28th March WHERE; 36 Banya Street, Bongaree. of rest and refuge for soldiers, regardless of rank, impacted by the horrors of World War 1. The name Toc-H comes from the signallers call sign T and H, being an abbreviation of, “Talbot House”, founded

by Neville Talbot and

Queensland born army chaplain the Rev. Phillip “Tubby” Clayton, near Flanders in 1915 After the War, the Toc-H organisation, and it’s great and much-needed charity work spread throughout the world, and in 1925 “Tubby” Clayton brought it to Australia.

Coungeau House is the only property owned by Toc-H in Queensland and has been run as a holiday home for the needy since it was acquired from the Church of England in the early 1970s.

Extensive renovations were carried out with funds raised by the Bribie Island committee and donations by the local community.

Dormitories provide accommodation for holiday children, and the extensive Hall constructed under the classic Queensland house is well used by many local organisations.

Toc-H is not for a profit charity organisation, and the purpose of the day is to allow the public to see and appreciate the facilities. Its primary role is as an inexpensive holiday and respite venue for families, carers and support organisations for the disadvantaged, and those with disability.

Bribie Rotary is arranging for several groups of

children in western Queensland, impacted by recent events, to come to Bribie Island for a muchneeded holiday in the next two months There will also be an opportunity to support the organisation by enjoying morning tea or purchasing gifts and handmade Items from a range of stalls in the grounds. Funds raised will assist with general maintenance, facility upgrade and running costs.

The open day will also include a variety of entertainment including an informative presentation about the history of Coungeau House, and the Toc H organisation.

Saturday 28th is Council Election Day, so put this special house visit on your schedule, after you have voted.

at Coungeau House 36 Banya Street, Bongaree

for an ‘Open-House’ & Market Day

Saturday, 28th March 2020 10am—2pm Food, Plant & Craft Stalls, Devonshire Teas, Sausage Sizzle and Entertainment

In support of Toc H’s Coungeau House A seaside holiday home for families in need and Care Organisations that assist the disadvantaged

Contact: Chris Clark 0408 157 888

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HOME & GARDEN

BUSY FINGERS We have had plenty of sales on during this month and hopefully, we can continue into March, as soon as we get an abundance of items which cannot be stored, we immediately announce a sale. Please remember to check our blackboard when you enter the shop.

hours please give Sonia our manager a call on 34081014.

We are a few ladies short at present so even if you can only do a morning or afternoon please keep us in mind. You can make new friends and help the island residents at the same time; also, we are registered with Centrelink for Newstart programs. We are currently a few short on Saturday morning so if you can help please contact us.

the move giving speeches.

BI Mixed Social Darts asked for some new club shirts.

BI Dragons Abreast asked for some new paddles and training sun protective caps and club caps, and we will be supporting the BI Aged Care on Harmony Day in March and some clothing for their fashion Parade.

COOLING SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL ITEMS

We can no longer sell electrical items checked, in future all items will be marked not checked in accordance with the Electrical Safety Regulations, the unchecked items will be priced between $2 and $10 from now on. All items received will be cleaned, appropriately labelled and priced and will be placed in the same area as before, as you come in the door turn left.

Some customers have been unpleasant when approaching our cashier and volunteers about this change, please be aware it is out of our control and this is the only way we can continue to sell electrical items. It has to be this way, or we cease selling all electrical goods. We sincerely thank our customers for their understanding in this matter.

VOLUNTEERS

We always have room for a few more volunteers to help us, if you can spare a few

We have to apologise for the unavailability of 2 of our cooling systems, which have been out of action for 3 weeks, they require new motors and we are hoping they will be repaired and in action, by the time this goes to print. They are situated in the front of the building and are the oldest of the five systems, we know it can be hot depending on the weather and humidity, but we try to keep the shop as cool as possible for both our volunteers and customer

DONATIONS GIVEN

At our first meeting since the Christmas break, we were happy to be able to give the following grants: Bombora Outriggers needed more steering blades, BI Darts Associations required new boards for their island venues. BI Pickleball asked for help replacing old balls, a new storage box and a leaf blower and battery, Hairdressers with Hearts now have a much-needed iPad for when they are on

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FOOTY SEASON

Just before Christmas, we gave a helping hand to the new Bribie Island Seniors Rugby League Football Club with Club shirts and shorts and training shirts. They will be playing at the Warrigals venue on the island and will be competing in the Sunshine Coast League, they will have a senior Division 2A team and will hopefully field an under 18’s team. So, if any young guys want to play footy please give it a go, we may have another Matt Gillett or Jack Reed in the making.

If you are interested in playing for the seniors or the under 18’s please call Paul Kelly 0409 343154 or send a message to bribiewarrigals@ bigpond.com he would like to hear from you.

REQUEST FOR PRESENTATIONS AND DONATIONS

If you are a member of an island club or association and require assistance, please let us know. We try to assist all not for profit associations

and sporting clubs, we also assist the Police, SES, VMR and the BI Hospice. Our President Karen is quite happy to come along to your club and present our aims and goals and how your club can apply for assistance. Please call 3410 1920 or email busyfingers1@bigpond.com if you wish to have a presentation or if you wish to apply for a grant of assistance.

When applying for assistance please include a contact name and phone number and a current equipment quote, tell us a bit about your association/club and membership and why you need the equipment you are requesting. Please be aware we only deal with island associations and groups, not individuals.

Finally, I would like to mention that our staff and volunteers have had some uncomfortable situations in the last month; often it is over something trivial such as when a customer does not find what they are looking for or are unhappy with the safety rules we have in place or just come when they have had a bad day and want to take it out on someone. Our staff and volunteers try to help all our customers, they are not there to be shouted at or abused, this kind of behaviour will not be tolerated. In future, anyone who becomes abusive will be asked to leave and not return. We want everyone to enjoy their visit to the shop both our volunteers and our customers.

Thank You once again to all our supporters and Richard and the Bribie Islander family for their continued support. Hope to see you in the shop soon.

Sandra

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A TRIO OF TALENTED ARTISTS IN THREE DIFFERENT MEDIUMS SHARE THE WALLS AT THE MATTHEW FLINDERS GALLERY AT BRIBIE ISLAND COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE AT PRESENT. COLOURED PENCIL ARTIST HELEN MACDONALD, GLASS ARTIST GRAHAM DAVIES AND PAINTER COLIN VAN KRUINING FEATURE IN THIS LOVELY EXPOSITION OF THE RANGE OF THEIR WORKS.THE EXHIBITION IS OPEN TUE TO SUN, 9AM - 4PM AND RUNS UNTIL MARCH 8.

COLIN VAN KRUINING Colin, Born in Holland and immigrated as a child to Australia in 1958. At the age of 16, he worked with his uncle for two years - Wim Kortland a well-known Victorian Artist, and under his guidance, developed a talent for painting.

Over the following few years Colin concentrated on music and was a musician in several bands, and in the late 1970s formed a band in Melbourne as lead singer/ guitarist where he played for the Prime Minister of Australia and various Collingwood Football Club Functions over the years. To this day, Colin still records and mixes his own CDs. Colin started work as a Painter and Decorator over 40 years ago in Melbourne and continued his trade when he moved to Queensland with his family in 1994. It was through this

trade that he discovered a further use for Dulux paints, which to this day, is still his preferred medium when capturing a new artwork!

Other achievements over the past 5 years have included numerous Champion and First Prize Awards at the Noosa, Caboolture, Redcliffe, and Pine Rivers annual shows and at the Redcliffe and Bribie Island Art Societies’ Art Shows, also numerous People’s Choice Awards at the Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery. He has also been awarded both first and highly commended prizes at the Pine Rivers Art Alliance and Bundaberg Art Festival in 2013, 2015 and 2017. He was 2018 Champion Local Artist at Redcliffe.

Colin enjoys painting water and landscapes, native flora and fauna and has also captured intricate European holiday memories on canvas.

HELEN MACDONALD

Helen has lived on Bribie for 18 years. She loves to paint scenes of Bribie and other places she has visited.

She enjoys using many mediums, the latest being coloured pencils, which is very different.

She has been in many exhibitions, mainly at the Bribie Community Arts Centre and enjoys the challenge of being “hung on the wall”.

GRAHAM DAVIES

Glass Artist Graham has been working with glass for the past 32 years. Firstly receiving training in lead lighting and successfully working in that medium

until 2018, while also tutoring “Lead lighting and Glass Creations”, at the Bribie Island Art Centre.

Since 2010 Graham has been using the BICAS glass kiln and his interest now leans more towards the molten glass, creating fused glassart, sculptured glass and other free form glass objects in a kiln.

He is an accomplished local glass-artist who has trained in this medium at Canberra Powerhouse glassworks and the Kirra Gallery in Melbourne and enjoys creating his glass-pieces for exhibition or sale.

Graham has successfully exhibited prize-winning works, selling, his work through the Gladstone Rio-Tinto Art Competition, the Mathew Flinders Art competition and other exhibitions and art galleries, as well as creating commissioned pieces on request.

Graham’s joint exhibition, with two other local artists at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre will be a highlight in his artscareer and will showcase the range and variety of items that he creates.

What’s Happening at the Arts Centre...

Triple Treat in Colourful Bold and Beautiful Exhibition

OPEN From 9am

Tue to Sun, 9am - 4pm and runs until MARCH 8

A TRIO OF TALENTED ARTISTS

COLIN VAN KRUINING, HELEN MACDONALD, GRAHAM DAVIES share the walls at the

MATTHEW FLINDERS GALLERY at Bribie Island Community Arts Centre exposition of the range of their works. Meet The Artists At The Opening On SATURDAY February 29 AT 1PM Find Us on Facebook..

191 Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach | Ph 3408 9288

www.bribieartscentre.com.au

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BOWLS TIGERS

Saturday Bowls. 1st.

A.Geppert, J.Brazea, D.Mcdougal, B.Brooks. R/U. T.Wald, P.Cordaz, G.Riely, C.Woollett. OOTH1st.

M.Geddes, I.Smith, H.Groves.

Bunny, G.Fergusson, N.Gray, J.Dunn, R.Brenton.

Wednesday Scroungers. 1st.

G.Hawkins, 2nd. B.Castle.

Wednesday Pairs. 1st.

K.Orpay, D.McMahon, R/U. P.Patrikeos, J.Newcomb.

OOTH1st. J.Oliver, G.Akroyd.

OOTH2nd. C.Smith.

OOTH3rd. L.Gilmore, L.Godfrey. Bunny. T.Erfurth, G.Woollet. Friday Ladies Singles. 1st. M.Geddes.

Encouragement. M.James.

Friday mens Pairs. 1st.

K.Muller, G.Teakel. R/U. G.Riely, F.Crockett. OOTH1st.

W.allyo, P.Adams. OOTH2nd.

S. Timmings. G.Hazelwood.

OOTH3rd. T.Hudson, T.Erfurth. Bunny. R.house,

BRIBIE ISLAND GOLF CLUB LADIES Results from 11/2/2020 to 20/2/2020.

13/02/2020 No competition due to rain TUES 11/02/2020. 1st Round Peter Sedgman & Consolation Plate Single Stroke – Div 1 Winner: Abby Driver 74 C/B, R/U: Jo McCowan 74. Div 2 Winner: Mary Barbeler 73 C/B, R/U Margaret McBride 73. Div 3 Winner: Roslyn Crossley 75.

R/U Sue Tailford 77. NTP: Hole 4 Linda Urquhart, Hole 7 Dianne Hayward, Hole 14 Gwen Clutterbuck, Hole 16 Suzanne Vallely. Div 3 2nd Shot: Jan Jennings. Top Shot Linda Urquhart 340cm.

Best Putting Overall: Toni Grossmann 25 Putts.

THURS 13/02/2020. No competition due to rain.

TUES, 18/02/2020. Ladies Single Stableford. Div 1 Winner: Lauren McDonald

SPORTS

MAINTENANCE DAY 29th Feb WE ARE HAVING ANOTHER MAINTENANCE DAY THIS SATURDAY AT 9AM AND THERE WILL BE A FREE BBQ. PLEASE COME DOWN AND HELP OUR CLUB BECOME GREAT. We have a lot of great ideas to make our club a Family Friendly Club, but we NEED your help.

Unfortunately our last Maintenance day we only had a handful of volunteers, hence why we had to hold another one. It takes a Community to run a Community club. This is also another opportunity to purchase Merchandise.

The Senior Men Tigers participated in the FFA CUP Round 2 last weekend it was a really tough game with the Musgrave Mustangs taking out the victory. Unfortunately this means we have been knocked out of the competition.

38. R/U: Sylvia White 34 C/B. 2nd R/U Bev Vinson. Div 2 Winner: Mary Carruthers 34 C/B. R/U: Suzanne Peet 34 C/B. 2nd R/U: Angela Roberts 34. NTP: Hole 4 Lauren McDonald. Hole 7 Ros Gardiner. Hole 14 Caroline Melville. Hole 16 Desley Neilson. Hole 14 Div 3 2nd Shot Heather Croukamp. Top Shot: Ros Gardiner 97cm.

THUR 20/02/2020. Ladies Single Stableford. Div 1 Winner: Cheryl Loimaranta 38 C/B. R/U: Di Benghamy 38. Div 2 Winner: Colleen Whitney 40 C/B. Margaret McBride 40. Div 3 Winner: Shirley Barry 34 C/B. Angela Jordan 34. NTP: Hole 4 Sylvia White. Hole 7 Jo Malone. Hole 14 Carole Watson. Hole 16 Carole Watson. Top Shot: Jo Malone 100cm.

Please do not hesitate to contact the writer if you have any queries.

Kind regards Myra Dickson Ladies Match Committee Mobile: 0402 816 340

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A massive thank you to our Senior Men Players, our hard working volunteers and committee, Spectators and to our sponsors.

Junior Comp (12 and up) teams have been finalised, and your coach should be in contact with you soon.

Approximate season start 14th March. Full fixtures to follow later.

Miniroos teams finalised by 28th Feb. 28th March season start.

Miniroos calendar to be published shortly.

Once teams are formed your coaches will make contact.

Thanks for your patience, we understand that everyone is excited for this coming season!

Opening of the lights, Meet and Greet with some players from the Roar. (For Registered players) Soccer clinics. * Friday 24th April Squirts ‘Kick Off’ program starts @ 4pm (for 3-5yr olds) * 14th March Junior comp season Starts (Dates may change) * 28th Miniroos season starts. * Walking Football TBA The Senior Women’s are looking for a goalkeeper.

U13 Boys are looking for a goalkeeper as well.

Come and have a try.

GO TIGERS!!!

Training has started for some teams. We are still searching for volunteer for Coaches, Ground Officials and Canteen help.

Upcoming dates * Saturday 29th Feb Maintenance Day 2 @ 9am FREE BBQ * Saturday 7th March Club Day,

BRIBIE ISLAND JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE

WANTED PLAYERS

PLAYERS AGED 6 - 16 YEARS Girls and Boys 6 - 12 Yrs Boys 13 - 16 Yrs TRAINING TUESDAY & THURSDAY 5.00PM to 6.00PM

Simply register by going to: Mysideline.com or CONTACT ALAN BROOKS alanbrooks0311@hotmail.com KEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL THE CLUB NEWS ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE Search for...

Bribie Island & District Junior Rugby League Inc.

CROQUET

THEN AND NOW.

SPORTS

BY: Kathy Vincent

DABI with NIPPLES ON RIPPLES 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY REGATTA ON LAKE BARRINGTON, TASMANIA

After departing Bribie just before the torrential rain set in, seventeen DABI members were greeted by beautiful weather in Tasmania. To see the lake early in the morning, before its surface is broken by watercraft is something to behold – water like glass with perfect reflections of the tall slender white trunked eucalypts mirrored along the far bank.

You have read recently about the Bribie Island Croquet Club but where and when did this all start? The name Croquet comes from the French for hockey stick which is what the game was originally played with before mallets were used.

The game was introduced to England around 1851, with both sexes playing the game, the ladies in their elaborate crinoline dresses.

But the clergy found this very immoral, how could that be??

Well, the young men would knock the ladies’ ball into the bushes and then gallantly go and help her find it. This usually resulted in the young lady coming out flushed and straightening her dress whilst the gentleman had a broad grin on his face!! I should stress here that at Bribie we have fences.

In 1860 the All England Croquet Club at Wimbledon was opened but tennis was becoming more popular so each Croquet court was turned into two tennis courts.

In 1900 Croquet was an Olympic sport but was stopped in 1912 as so few countries played Croquet.

Now it is a very popular sport, perhaps it should be reintroduced in the Olympics?

To finish – a funny story.

A wealthy boss who had his own Croquet court had an annual competition with his staff, refusal was not an option! As the staff hardly ever played croquet, the boss always won.

One young man who was a good player decided this had

speaker and DAA patron, Robyn Moore. The evening had a ‘regal’ theme, so guests came attired in all sorts of royal regalia.

Music and dancing continued into the night.

It was a fantastically well organized and friendly weekend.

to stop and planned a few changes! Knowing his boss always played with the blue and black balls he obtained two new replacements which were a few millimetres larger and replaced the boss’s balls with these.

The boss had more and more trouble making the hoops and was beaten.

(I think someone has done this to me!!)

However, he realized something was wrong, checked the balls and found the culprit. He called him over and said “What you have done is the most base, corrupt, unprincipled and dishonourable thing I have ever seen from one of my employees.”

He then said “I think with your ingenuity and cunning I will promote you to a manager “ Well, we at the croquet club are not underhanded, we are a friendly bunch, so come on down and see us.

Call President Dick Byres on 0488 282 959 and come and have a go.

Eight dragon boating clubs from Launceston, Devonport, North Esk, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, and of course Bribie Island, met at the pristine and magnificent Lake Barrington to celebrate Nipples on Ripples’ 10th anniversary.

Saurday was race day with plenty of action, some involving 20 paddlers, some with 10, over varying lengths of 250metres, 500 metres and a 1km race for those who weren’t already depleted.

During the lunch break, we were treated to an inspiring drumming performance by a very talented group. In the evening we gathered at the lake for a delicious dinner and some very humorous entertainment from guest

Sunday morning, we headed off along the lake in 5 dragon boats for a leisurely paddle to the waterfalls. After travelling approximately 11 kilometres we paused briefly for morning tea. The beauty and serenity of the lake and surrounding bushland really is something special.

Magnificent scenery, wholesome fun and laughter and great camaraderie, Have ensured many paddlers will return next time.

Judy Umlauft Team Manager

DABI

Current paddling:-Mon & Sat 6am for 6.30a.m.; Thu 3.30pm for 4p.m.

For further information, Judy Finegan 0488199556

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Caboolture Hospital New Emergency Dept Minister for Health and Minister for Ambulance Services The Honourable Steven Miles PALASZCZUK GOVERNMENT BOOSTS HEALTHCARE IN CABOOLTURE Caboolture Hospital has a brand-new Emergency Department thanks to a $3.4 million investment by the Palaszczuk Government.

Health Minister Steven Miles said that the new Emergency Department would help relieve pressure on the busy hospital while the State Government continued its $352.9 million major redevelopments.

SHAVE FOR A CURE Hi, my name is Denise Vieritz and I’m taking part in the Shave for a cure this year. I have done it before as it is close to my heart and I’m doing it for my sister who is a fighter, other family members who sadly have passed and others around the world who suffer in hopes to raise awareness and funds to find a cure.

with the care they need,” Minister Ryan said.

“Caboolture Hospital is one of Queensland’s busiest hospitals, with our hardworking ED staff need support to keep up with a booming population and increased demand,” Minister Miles said.

Member for Morayfield Mark Ryan said Caboolture Hospital would soon host two innovative mental healthcare units to better treat mental health patients.

“The Short Stay Unit will mean mental health patients can bypass emergency departments and be treated by specialist staff faster in an environment designed for their specific needs.

“That, combined with the new Step Up Step Down youth mental health facility in the Caboolture CBD, means that Caboolture locals experiencing a mental health crisis can get the

care they need.” The $352.9 million redevelopments of Caboolture Hospital and $41.7 million multi-storey car park also remain on track.

In the picture from left to right are: Metro North Board Member Dr Robert Franz, State Member for Morayfield Mark Ryan, State Health Minister Steven Miles, Caboolture Hospital Director Nursing and Midwifery Julie Lahey and Caboolture Hospital Emergency Department Medical Director Dr Sean Keogh touring the new Emergency Department.

“Emergency Departments aren’t always the best place to treat mental health patients, it can be overwhelming and doesn’t always connect them I am doing the shave at the ECO Kids Early Learning Centre Bongaree in recognition of our families and the children who have made this day possible.

I want to take a moment to acknowledge and say a big thank you to Anna and Terry who own this beautiful boutique childcare service, the Eco team, children and families for their support. It’s been amazing to also have so many small local businesses including Aussie Select Meats

and seafood, Big bun, Saviges seafood, Knotty Kreations, Woolworths Banksia Beach, Sues café and takeaway, BRP Automotive, Banta creations, Analiese Pollard Tupperware and The Bribie Islander Magazine who have supported me by donating gifts and vouchers for a raffle draw within the centre for our families. We also have the lovely Jilly from Island Style Hairdressing to do the honour of shaving my head on the day. My goal is $1,000 and I am so close to reaching it

from both cash and donations through my link. You can donate via this link http:// my.leukaemiafoundation.org. au/denisevieritz Thank you

To my Community, Four years ago, you put your trust in me to serve our division and it has been an honour to be your voice in Council, but I am asking again for your trust to serve our division in the upcoming council election on March 28.

I love our area, I love our community and I have worked tirelessly to represent our division with energy, dedication and enthusiasm.

At the March 28 election, over 80 years of experience will depart from council, so it is clear now more than ever we need strong representation for our community and experience to fight for our fair share.

I believe I have that experience and if privileged enough to have your support I will continue to listen and represent you, while working hard to deliver for you, the residents that make our community great.

Yours, Brooke Savige for Division 1

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Brooke SAVIGE

Energy. Dedication. Experience.

Authorised by M. Savige, 64 Jabiru Street, Bellara for B. Savige (candidate).

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Rotary’s World’s Greatest Meal

By Anne Matthews

Sharing a meal with family and friends is an age-old tradition that allows people to get together, relax and enjoy each other’s company. As American Civil Rights activist Cesar Chavez said ‘if you want to make a friend, go to someone’s house and eat with him... the people who give you their food give you their heart.’

immunise over 2.5 billion children worldwide.

With this idea of sharing food in mind, Rotarians Susanne Rea OAM from the Rotary Club of Cairns Sunrise, Australia and Mukesh Malhotra of the Rotary Club of Hounslow, England, founded Rotary’s World’s Greatest Meal (WGM) to raise much-needed funds to help Rotary’s End Polio campaign.

Orson Welles once said ‘My doctor told me I had to stop throwing intimate dinners for four unless there are three other people.’ However, there is no limit to the number of participants in a WGM. Numbers can be anywhere between an intimate dinner for two, to a large group of hundreds or thousands. We have even had a meal with one participant.

Poliomyelitis (Polio) is a highly infectious disease that most commonly affects children under the age of 5. The disease is a virus which is spread person to person, typically through contaminated water. It can attack the nervous system, and in some instances, lead to paralysis. Although there is no cure, there is a safe and effective vaccine – one which Rotary and our partners have used to

So, what is a WGM? Well, a WGM is an easy way to bring people together to share a meal and at the same time raise awareness of polio, and money to vaccinate children against the disease. It is a similar concept to the Cancer Council’s ‘Biggest Morning Tea.’

You can have a group of family, friends, workmates, University or School groups. The meal can be an extravagant gourmet dinner, a light lunch, a big breakfast, a picnic, a BBQ, a morning, afternoon or high tea, a coffee and cake meeting or a wine, cheese and chocolate evening.

There is no limit to the numbers or type of meal.

The campaign is about

raising funds and having fun and fellowship while you do so.

Recently there has been so much bad press regarding overheads for Charities and how much of your donation goes to the cause.

With WGM 100% of the money raised goes to the End Polio Campaign. As well, ‘The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’ adds US$2 to every dollar raised. Donations are posted on a Facebook Page giving the results of each registered meal. The ‘results post’ includes the number of participants, the amount raised, the

amount including the Gates contribution, the number of vaccinations this will allow, and a couple of photos of the event.

Simply having a tin/ money box available for contributions without any pressure on anyone to donate is a good idea.

Perhaps a gold coin is a minimum – but many insert $5 or $10 notes. We often ‘tip’ a waiter at a restaurant 10-20% of the bill and this could be seen along the same lines. We think nothing of adding $20 to the bill. Such a contribution in the case of a WGM, though, goes to such a worthy cause and becomes $60 after the Gates contribution.

WGM was founded in 2014.

As of 13 February 2020, 395,041 meals with 594,606 participants have been held in 82 countries. These meals

have raised US$3,601,168 (US$10,803,503 with ‘The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’ contribution).

This has allowed the vaccinations of over 18 million children!

It was Pope Francis who said ‘when we are generous in welcoming people and sharing something with them - some food, a place in our homes, our time - not only do we no longer remain poor: we are enriched.’ So, let us all hold regular WGMs, to help raise the money, AND because a meal with friends is good for our souls.

On 22 January 2020, Rotary International (RI) announced a further three-year continuation of the partnership with ‘The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.’ RI needs to raise US$50 million per year to meet the commitment of this partnership.

Registering and reporting a Meal is a simple procedure.

You just go to the Website: https://wgmeal.com/ and follow the links. When you register your event you will be asked to nominate your Rotary Club and District.

The minimum amount is US$10 (Approximately $15) and the amount does need to be reported in US$.

In closing a final comment

by Oscar Wilde is apt and might convince us all to act.

‘After a good dinner, one can forgive anybody, even one’s own relations’.’

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The Four “F’s” of Fear Extreme fear produces a range of responses: Fight, Flight, Freeze or Fiddle.

These are physical and mental responses and are all-consuming when your pet is gripped by fear. Fight and Flight are well known to us already.

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response is sometimes seen when a pet has new clothing fitted and they go limp. It is a lot like the way monitor lizards impersonate a stick once they become isolated on a road. Not very clever, but it is not conscious behaviour.

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All breeds regardless of sex, age and size have the potential to be aggressive at some stage of their lives. Every animal has a defence mechanism of fight/ flight.

But some breeds were intentionally bred to fight for entertainment either with one another or to fight other species for eg bulls and bears.

Common breeds that were used in the past exist today: Akita, American Pit Bull Terriers, American and English Staffordshire Terriers, Bull Terriers, Kerry Blue Terrier, Neapolitan Mastiff and Shar Peis. Dogfighting can be traced back to Ancient Roman times.

In America, they imported English Staffordshire Terriers and dog fighting became popular from 1817. Dogfighting is illegal in most countries, but still legal in Japan, parts of

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Russia and most of Albania.

Certain breeds are restricted in Australia and cannot be bred or imported: Dogo Argentino, Tosa, Fila Brasileiro, Perro de Presa Canario and the American Pit Bull Terrier.

Unfortunately restricting and banning breeds has not lowered dog attack incidents.

Terrier breeds as a class group are found to be more dog to dog aggressive than any other classes due to their tenacity as they were bred to hunt and kill vermin and foxes.

As I stated in the first paragraph it has nothing to do with the breed and we cannot point a finger at a breed and say that is why it is aggressive.

In next month’s issue, I’ll cover puppies and the importance of meeting their parents.

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14 As ‘happy’ is to ‘sad’ or ‘long’ to ‘short’ (7) 16 Thread used in surgery to stop internal bleeding (8) 17 Four-wheel-drive general purpose vehicle (4) 18 Item banged when seeking entry (4,7)

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2 Continue with castle on standby (4, 2) 3 Sanctioned a decent play (7) 4 Its tail is tucked in, usually (5) 5 The French name change results in a shiny coat (6) 6 In the order of one after the other with the Church of England closing (8) 12 Conserves mates and shuns bad management (8) 14 Five in love, silly to take in (7) 16 Perspectives from the big bang lest we are mistaken (6) 18 The best penalty on the street (6) 19 The clan take the mickey and French explode (5) 22 It’s for him and me and not you (4)

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TOURISM TOOL TO SUPPORT SUNNY COAST SMALL BUSINESS LOCAL FIREY SAVING MORE THAN JUST HOUSES. Jesse Manning, a local Sunshine Coast Firefighter, has been working on both the frontline and behind the scenes, to minimise the devastating impacts of Australia’s recent bushfires.

When he’s not running into burning buildings or rescuing wildlife, he’s using his tech expertise to support small businesses on the Coast.

Jesse recently launched PortSide Australia, an online platform that aims to connect water-based businesses with their customers, and ultimately promote

Sunny Coast tourism.

“The bushfire crisis has had such a devastating impact on our country in so many ways - it’s no secret that our tourism industry has taken a major hit this season.” As the Sunshine Coast is ranked amongst the top 10 of all Australian Tourism Regions, pulling in over 3 billion dollars on average in visitor expenditure annually, Jesse feared the impact a national tourism slump may have on our community.

“The Sunshine Coast is loved by locals and tourists for all things in, on, and under the water - I knew a decline in tourism would hit us hard.”

After seeing, first-hand, the impact of this fire season on local businesses, Jesse said he “wanted to do something to help.” Subsequently, he decided to “create a tool that showcases this magnificent part of the world while supporting the

small businesses in our community.”

PortSide Australia was launched in January 2020 and already averages over 300 visitors to the site daily, currently hosting over 200 business listings. The website allows users to browse, find, connect with, and review, local water-based businesses and activities, from boat hire, to surf lessons, to water-sport equipment rental, to fishing and tackle stores. In addition, PortSide allows businesses a platform to promote their products and services through photos, video, social media, and events pages.

“After feedback from visitors to the coast, I learned that so many Sunny Coast businesses had a limited online presence: no website or social media profiles, difficult to navigate sites, or simply weren’t appearing in search results.” As a result, Jesse described working

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ber-problem that you should be aware of. Over the past 5 years, the cost of a data breach to an organisation has increased by 12%.

Most cyber threats are preventable as long as there is an antivirus set Computer programmes such as Xero, Reckon, MYOB are being used up not only on the computer but also more and more by small businesses. you’re mobile. Many can be downHome/business computers connect- loaded for free, others have a one-off ed to smartphones are changing the payment, whilst others have an annual upgrade. The choice is yours. way you can invoice customer and clients on the go. Many of my clients Whichever you choose, just make have an online relationship with me, sure you have one.

From personal experience, someone their tax agent/accountant where I hacked into my system a few months can log in and assist with problems ago. It was one of those that wanted and unknowns. me to pay to unfreeze my computer.

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hard to “create a platform that gets our businesses seen, showcases all of the Sunny Coast’s amazing water-attractions, supports customers to connect with businesses in a modern, user-friendly way, and most importantly, gives our local tourism industry a helping hand.”

You can visit PortSide Australia at www. portsideaustralia.com.au, drop them a line at 0473 743 550, or email contact@ portsideaustralia.com.au

Luckily the antivirus I had stopped it going further, and with my IT professional, managed to retrieve all the data on my computer. That is not something I would like to see happen again.

Using an antivirus, not opening suspicious emails, and not replying through the return site provided in the email will all assist you in preventing being hacked or giving away your personal information without you realising,

Sub Office

The Bribie sub office at my home at Bongaree is available for appointments as is the main office at Woodford. Please contact the Woodford Office for an appointment.

Carolyn Wheeler FCPA Phone (07) 5496 1156 email cwheeler@caliph.net.au web: www.cmwheeler.com.au and face book.

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SALAD

IN A JAR

WHAT YOU NEED. Mason jar, dressing, carrots, ham, peas, corn, avocados, carrots, greens and you can add croutons for some crunch.

For softer foods like the avocados and ham, you can show your child how to cut them up. The avocado can be cut using a butter knife and ham with scissors.

TIP: scissors work great for helping little hands “chop” up foods vs. using knives.

Layout all your ingredients on one large platter so they’ll be easier to layer.

Ask your child to start layering. You want to start with the dressing first, so it doesn’t get the other foods too soggy. Add 2-3 tablespoons of dressing.

Then start layering from

the heaviest to lightest foods ending with the salad greens. dressing, carrots, ham, peas, corn, avocados, carrots, greens.

You may want to put in just a small amount of leafy greens. You will find kids don’t want to chew large pieces of green leaves which makes them turn away from salads. This approach was to fill up the salad with lots of other kid-friendly veggies they’re more used to seeing (peas, corn, avocado, carrots).

Adding fruits naturally sweetens up the salad and makes it more appealing to kids. Don’t be afraid to add fruits like strawberries,

blueberries, raspberries, even peaches or apples.

The salad is done and now comes the extra fun part. At this point, you can refrigerate the salad and eat it later. But if you’re ready to eat it now, ask your child to shake up the jar. This they seem to love.

Not are they going to be eating healthier, they will be learning new skills at the same time!!!

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1. Why did the cookie go to the hospital?

Because he felt crummy.

3. What did the little corn say to the mama corn?

2. Why was the baby strawberry crying?

Because her parents were in a jam.

4. What is worse than raining cats and dogs?

Hailing taxis!

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5. How much does it cost a pirate to get his ears pierced?

About a buck an ear.

6. What animal is always at a baseball game?

A bat.

7. What falls in winter but never gets hurt?

Snow!

8. What do you call a ghost’s true love?

His ghoul-friend.

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A 3.Because he isn’t dead if he is LIVING in QLD A 2 .All of them have AT LEAST 28 days in them.

A 1. One birthday, the day he was born, but celebrates it yearly.

• A crocodile cannot stick its tongue out.

• A shrimp’s heart is in its head.

• It is physically impossible for pigs to look up into the sky.

Q 2. Some months have 31 days; how many have 28?

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LAVA Lamp YOU WILL NEED · A clean 1-litre clear soft-drink bottle

bottle. Watch it sink to the bottom and let the blobby greatness begin!

5.To keep the effect

· 3/4 cup of water shells are flipped back over and you start from scratch.

You can also play one player like this. With discovery-based math games like this you will probably notice that your child will naturally identify the numbers without prompting.

Not only are they having fun, they are learning at the same time! No matter how old your child or adult is, this is still a great game to play!

FUN FACTS • It is impossible for most people to lick their own elbow. (Try it!)

Q 1. How many birthdays does the average man have?

A 4. The match has to be lit first

We live on an island and we do have lots of shells and the summer is often filled with discovering them along the shore. Alternatively, you can get them at craft or bargain stores. This math and English game works on memory, number and word recognition. Using these types of games to teach is a great way for parents to connect to what kids are learning and become participants not just observers. Check all the shells for sharp edges before letting your kids play with them, some can be broken and sharp.

Gather your materials. You will need some shells, a permanent marker , a tray or something else that will keep the shells contained.

Write a pair of numbers (as 1 and One) on shells.

Usually up to 10 in a good amount.

Let the marker dry for a few minutes before playing.

Arranged the shells face down in random order.

Play. One player flips a shell and leaves it face up, then flips another. If they match, they leave them face up and the other player goes.

If they do not match both

Brain Teasers

• Wearing headphones for just an hour could increase the bacteria in your ear by 700 times.

• In the course of an average lifetime, while sleeping you might eat around 70 assorted insects and 10 spiders, or more.

• Some lipsticks contain fish scales.

· Vegetable Oil · Fizzing tablets (such as Alka Seltzer) · Food colouring

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1. Pour the water into the bottle.

2. Use a measuring cup or funnel to slowly pour the vegetable oil into the bottle until it’s almost full. You may have to wait a few minutes for the oil and water separate.

going, just add another tablet piece. For a true lava lamp effect, shine a flashlight through the bottom of the bottle.

3. Add 10 drops of food colouring to the bottle (we like red, but any colour will look great.)

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BEFORE: HOUSE BRICK Use bricks from a leftover home project or buy them at your hardware store or dump shop.

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Discover your artistic side.

Come and join our friendly ITA art group each

Thursday at Ningi Noon till 3 pm.

This working group covers a variety of mediums, acrylic, oil watercolour etc, and members are always happy to help new members if needed.

All welcome, newbies to the area or anyone just wanting to enjoy a relaxed and social artistic afternoon.Pop in and meet our friendly members.

First, visit free. Regularly $5 per week, which covers afternoon tea and session.

Each year we also exhibit our works for sale at Bribie Island Community Art

This year’s exhibition is from 25 May to 7 June 2020.

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Exhibiting artwork is not compulsory, but it is a great experience, and who knows, you may have a hidden talent.

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WELCOME TO BUILDER’S CORNER

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i there, John and Liana Howarth from GBC Homes here. We will be contributing to the magazine each fortnight, with helpful information regarding new home builds and renovations, and hopefully answer many questions that you may have about building, through the articles and accompanying photos.

Over the years, the face of Bribie Island has changed, from an island as a destination for a holiday home, to new families

moving into the area looking for a fresh, quieter lifestyle.

Now those little shacks are being bought by those who wish to live in the beautiful surrounds, either to retire; or if younger, use it as a base to commute to work, on or off the island; or to raise their family in a safer environment, one of, or if not the best, coastal communities in South East Queensland.

At some stage that little shack may be on the radar to be bowled over and a new home built, or have a partial or full renovation.

New additions to the family; in-laws moving in (potential detached granny flat under the house, or in the backyard); needing more space; wanting to work from home; time for a change in layout; extra outside living areas … the list goes on.

If you find yourself in this situation and are seeking information on how to proceed, the best place to start is to talk with a professional who has years of experience in this type of work. Whether it’s a knockdown and rebuild, a

raise up and build under, or reconfiguring of your layout, we can help with design and drafting, certification and building approval (if needed), testimonies from previous satisfied clients (available on request), to all things pertaining to the build.

Want to explore your home’s potential? … Give John a call today. Also, jump on over to our Facebook page and see our latest renovation on the island, finished this week. www.facebook.com/gbchomes

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Suburb Report : Bellara

Madeleine Hicks A left turn off the Bribie Island bridge and you have arrived in Bellara. The home of the famous Sylvan beach. Where many locals make their home, and why wouldn’t you, with so much natural beauty surrounding you.

Population Snapshot: Who lives at Bellara As of the 2016 Census there were 3225 people living in Bellara, which was similar to 5 years previous. The area’s inhabitants median age is 56 and the predominant household is one made up of a couple with no children.

Sales price snapshot: Property prices rising Median property prices over 2019 in Bellara have seen houses reach $390,000.

Bellara has seen a price growth rate of 30% for houses since 2012 when the median house price was $300,000. Units at Bellara are $313,500 up from $249,000 back in 2012.

Investors enjoy a good return on their investment in Bellara.

Reasons We locals love it Sylvan Beach Has great playgrounds for the kids, the Pirates only Park is especially a delight. The beach itself has a wonderful safe sandy beach, with shallow water for the smaller children to play. You can even hire a boat here and get out on to the magnificent Pumistone Passage.

Bibimulya Wetlands Is the home to a wide range of native and migratory birdlife. The beautiful lagoon provides a safe home for these beautiful creatures. The lagoon can only be accessed via footpaths, which makes it a great place for a leisurely walk to watch the birds, you can even take your dog. A little hidden treasure.

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HOME & GARDEN who plays the guitar and sings “old” songs we all know, and Claire Stevenson who recited a poem depicting a Real Aussie.

Geoff Fabila played the digeribone and played his guitar – a real treat. Then There were 46 people we were entertained by present who enjoyed a “Boom Baby” – well-known delicious lunch provided musicians from Bribie. by the club members.

We all had a thoroughly They also bought raffle enjoyable afternoon. All of tickets, prizes for which our entertainers donated were donated by Brooke their time for the day.

Savige, Simone Wilson, The club was able to add Terry Young and our local to our previously promised Community Pharmacy. donations to make up to Entertainment was over $2500. provided by Les Stephensen

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zFish Unlimited Pumicestone chapter representatives, Dr Ben Diggles and Elle Veary attended the February RSL Fishing Club meeting to provide a briefing on the work that OzFish has been undertaking in the local area. The presentation included an update on the results of the successful shellfish reef restoration project. Local anglers are already enjoying the benefits of the reef restoration area by way of locally increased fish diversity and abundance.

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presented with a cheque from the RSL fishing club in support of the ongoing work.

Chapter President, Elle Veary noted, “The RSL Fishing Club recognises the importance of what we are trying to achieve and we are so grateful for their ongoing support”.

Anglers are reminded that anchoring within 80m of the reef restoration yellow marker has the potential to damage the reefs and result in lost anchors. “We ask everyone to please help us to help restore fish habitat and only fish on the drift or use your spot lock if you have

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We have recently been advised that some wellmeaning residents may be placing their oyster shells into the water near the yellow marker, however, for biosecurity reasons we ask that they are taken to the ‘dirty shell’ pile at the Ningi Transfer Station for proper treatment please,” said Elle.

Members and non-members are invited to do their bit for fish habitat improvement and join us for Clean Up Australia Day from 9 am11 am, starting at the Dux Creek crossing at Hornsby Road (beside Woolworths).

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Blue Water Review Vist Friday 7th February 2020 - Keith Williams and Matthew Thompson who are now with Queensland Fire and Emergency Services working on the Blue Water review dropped into the base today. VMR Radio Officer John Bodycombe took the opportunity to talk to them about the new radio systems that VMR Bribie are currently looking at after being successful with a recent grant. Matthew has had extensive experience with Marine Rescue NSW and the Radio systems there. There were a number of other general items discussed.

Also, present, were Commodore Liz Radajewski, Committee members Graham Gibb, Allan Tranter, Peter McNamara and VMR Coxswain Simon Middap. Matthew was then given a quick tour of the base and rescue vessels.

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Monday 10th February 2020 - VMR Bribie Commodore Liz Radajewski caught up with Peter Naven, one of the many volunteers that give their time to help run the squadron. Commodore Liz presented Peter with a Commodore’s Award for his outstanding efforts in maintaining the base’s lawns and gardens. The Commodore has been trying to catch up with Peter for some time, but he has been too quick on the base’s ride on mower.

Peter has also been on Crew and a Radio Operator, but now is happy to help out by keeping our lawns and gardens under control and has been paid many compliments for his efforts by those who walk past the base. Liz also presented Peter with his Queensland Emergency Services Volunteer medallion. From all your fellow VMR Bribie Volunteers a big “Thanks Pete”.

Recently the Commodore Liz Radajewski and Vice Commodore Ces Luscombe dropped in to The Sandstone Point Hotel to say thanks to Paul Comiskey and his the team for their ongoing support.

During the course of 2019 they donated $25,000 to VMR Bribie for helping out with parking at some events which helped with much needed fund raising to support the ongoing operational and maintenance costs of the Squadron. Commodore Liz Radajewski said “’We are very fortunate at VMR Bribie to have great community and local business support and we try and visit everyone to say a “Big Thank You”.

Planning and Navigation exercise was held at the base this morning. Lindsay Crompton with Wayne Slater getting some advice from VMRBI Commodore Liz Radajewski.

Vice Commodore Ces Luscombe and Commodore Liz Radajewski with Paul Comiskey and the giant cheque.

FRIDAY 14th February 2020 - A busy morning at the base today with the North Stradbroke Vessel being prepared for transportation to its new owner. A planning and navigation exercise was held for some crew and the Radio Tower being inspected for wear and tear.

Standing LtoR: Radio Officer John Bodycombe, Graham Gibb, Coxswain Simon Middap, Commodore Liz Radajewski and Coxswain and Training Coordinator Allan Tranter. Seated: Keith Williams and Matthew Thompson

Radio Operator Noel Justo, Mathew Thompson Director of Blue Water Review QFES and VMR Radio Officer John Bodycombe tour our radio room.

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VMRBI Radio Tower inspection, James Gillanders from Teleco Antennas gets a birds-eye view from the towers top.

VMR Bribie Radio Officer John Bodycombe with James Gillanders from Telco Antennas inspecting the turn-buckles that help keep the VMR Bribe Radio Tower in Place.

The VMR North Stradbroke vessel that VMR Bribie has been storing for one of its sister bases until it was sold, now being prepared for transportation to its new owner in Tasmania.

HAPPY HOUR Friday 14th February 2020 – Around 45 members and guests attended February’s Happy Hour, with some bar snacks provided and drinks at our usual great prices.

Our Member Services Officer, Wayne Sclater, handed out Valentines chocolates to all the ladies.

A callout crew (Gary Voss and Graham Patrick) was a little late but was still able to join in when they returned from towing an

VOLUNTEER MARINE RESCUE out of fuel, half cabin, and non-member from Deception Bay into the Caboolture River.

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To Thursday 20th February 2020: 2,030 Calls, 594 vessels logged on, 43 Vessel Assists, 218 Sitreps, 95 Requests, 15 Overdue vessels, 2 Vessel Tracking, 1 Securite Broadcasts.

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Applying sunscreen can be the critical factor that prevents a sunburn. It must be made sure that the sun screen covers all exposed skin and is reapplied when needed. Our crews always have access at the base or on a vessel to sunscreen and are encouraged to use it every time they go out.

“BUT importantly – Always remember if you are heading out on the water LOG ON with your local VMR or Coast Guard, its a free service for everyone, so why wouldn’t you! - It just may save your life!”

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FRI 14/02 1355pm – 4.3m Runabout member, will not start, required a tow from Fish Trap Bongaree to Bongaree Ramp.

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ow, what a great start to February we have had for the dams, the forests, the animals and of course the fish and the sea creatures.

With great falls from the wide bay Burnett area to as far south as Sydney/ Wollongong, some areas locally recording over 500mm in the first 16 days of February. It’s great to see some nice solid rain falling on the whole east coast. With all the muchneeded rains, it has meant the local rivers, creeks and dams have all had a good flush out. The rains

have also provided muchneeded water, to help the new growth to the areas that were burnt in the last few months horrific bush fires. As the rainwater subsides, and the clean ocean waters pushback up into the estuary’s, that’ll help the next few months fishing, crabbing and will also help the overall health and well-being of the wildlife in our area.

This time of the year is perfect for mud crabbing, and with all the freshwater about has meant it gets that little bit easier to get a feed. By using good quality pro pots, fresh baits and

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a good soak, just about anywhere should see you get a few nice crabs. A lot of the big rusty bucks will be on the move back up the mangrove creeks to their holes. Out in the bay, the sand crabs are also around, the same story as the muddies. Good pots, fresh baits and a good soak. The banana prawns were running hard just before the rains in the Caboolture and Pine River, but now will be flushed back out into the bay for another couple of weeks.

This rainfall will definitely help the prawning over the next month or so.

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BRIBIE ISLAND LOCALS CONTRIBUTE TO BUSH FIRE RELIEF BY SECURING LIMITED EDITION TICKETS TO WORLD’S MOST REMOTE MUSIC FESTIVAL ocals the O’Meara family are one of 25 families or couples nationally to secure tickets to the sold-out Big Red Bash event while also contributing to bush fire relief efforts An additional twenty-five families or couples from around Australia have been

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Caitlin O’Meara and her mother Debby and father Danny, all from Bribie Island, have been given the opportunity to tick off the bucket list whilst contributing to the Big Red Bash’s $100,000 donation for bush fire relief.

“We are super stoked! It means a lot to us to be going, as last year we missed out due to family reasons. When we were chosen out of the 25 ticket holders, we knew we were meant to be there. We are also grateful to be able to support those who have

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I have a good mate who lives in Birdsville, so this will be my third time there, and I am super excited,” said Caitlin O’Meara.

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Each July the Big Red Bash brings people together from nearly every town and community across every state of Australia. As a result many of our past patrons and volunteers have been impacted by the bushfires as have many of those who are planning to attend or volunteer this year. Many of our crew are also in impacted communities, and have been involved in various roles at the frontline of the crisis.”

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Now in its sixth year, the festival has grown to become officially Outback Australia’s biggest event, generating $11 million in annual revenue for Outback Queensland, and annually in excess of $70,000 for the RFDS. 2020 will see the biggest ever line-up of iconic Aussie rock acts take to the stage when Paul Kelly and a slew of Oz music legends hit Outback Queensland’s Simpson Desert.

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I look back at them with a lot of fond memories. Wondering what that noise was outside, will it eat me? How many bugs am I going to swallow in my sleep? How does this bucket flush? But on a serious note, it was some of the best times of my life. Did you also realise that there is a lot of health benefits to camping as well? Here are

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PISCES (February 20 - March 20)

ARIES (March 21 April 20)

When facing a moral dilemma we need a moral compass. Yet compasses don’t always give accurate readings; if they’re too close to a magnetic force they can’t detect magnetic north, so they point the wrong way. Unaware of the problem, it’s easy for us to head off in completely the wrong direction. This month, double-check on the direction you’re heading towards. Keep your goal in sight. If you’re in doubt about recent choices, the Equinox brings the confidence you need to be certain.

Inspiring times await you in MARCH. Call your NEW forecast: 1300 017 319.

producers love nothing more than a breaking news story, especially when it has an edge of controversy. If the phone lines go quiet all the presenter has to do is to read out a contentious line, and the switchboard will go crazy.

We all have our opinions, which we like to defend. And we enjoy hearing other people expressing theirs – especially if they’re outraged. As long as you don’t get carried away along a narrow track, you can move mountains with your passion this March.

Be ready for the magic on offer to you in MARCH. Call 1300 017 319.

GEMINI (May 22 June 22) Have you ever

CANCER (June 23 - July 23) Every breath

LEO (July 24 August 23) If necessity

People who thrive on crises seek out problems to solve.

Not only does it make them feel good about themselves, it makes them look good to other people too. The problem is that being the person who sorts things is exhausting.

This month, it’s worth checking to see if you’re overcomplicating a situation or looking for the most challenging way to solve a problem. Jupiter brings a sense of ease. There’s a much simpler way of getting recognition, which will take you to where you want to go.

Four minutes on the phone can make MARCH special. Call 1300 017 319.

TAURUS (April 21 May 21) Radio phone-in

tried to work out a logic puzzle? The ones where you have to decide which person owns a yellow car on the basis of what kind of ice cream they like and who they had a relationship with? The secret, is to work with the information, and make a series of educated guesses. Then, you test out your theories against the facts.

Eventually, you should end up with some kind of answer. Confusing and complicated? Yes! But you have much to gain by following a similar process this month.MARCH brings a rare cosmic opportunity for change.

Call 1300 017 319.

we take, every thought we have and every feeling we experience is an affirmation of the incredible gift of life.

In fact, every single second, no matter the mood we’re in, is a gift. Yet we’re all so caught up in the details that we overlook this universal truth. Rather than valuing and enjoying ourselves, we focus on the more difficult aspects and worry about what the future holds. Yet even challenges are gifts. If you can see them like this in March, you’ll find easy ways around them.

Don’t miss your inspiring in-depth forecast for MARCH. Call 1300 017 319.

is ‘the mother of invention’, inspiration gets my vote for being its father. Truly creative acts need both of these to be present. Unless there’s a spark of inspiration, an invention runs the risk of turning into a convention. March brings an exciting idea which is so dazzling in its brilliance that you’re going to need to muster all your courage to act on it. Yet it holds the potential to transform an area of your life that has long needed to change.

You have the celestial support you need.

Your in-depth forecast for MARCH is ready.

Call 1300 017 319.

VIRGO (August 24 September 23)

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23)

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22)

It’s easy to find fault with everything and everyone.

Not only that, but we have to find ways to live with our own ‘inner critic’, who loves ripping our creative ideas to pieces before we’ve even had a chance to bring them into being. You know all about perfection; but although having high standards is all well and good, it’s not healthy (or fun) to seek it in places where it can’t be found. In March, accepting what’s ‘not perfect’ will lead to greater appreciation of the good things that really are happening. Discover why MARCH has so many opportunities. Call 1300 017 319.

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Explanations are all well and good, but they don’t always get to the root of the problem. Even when we reach new understanding about something fundamental, it often just raises more questions. Although March finds you caught in the midst of a confusing situation, the Equinox brings new information your way. Yet, a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing. Be persistent. Keep asking questions until you’re satisfied that the answers really do make sense.

Then, you’ll be on to a winning formula.

There is inspiring news in your in-depth MARCH forecast. Call 1300 017 319.

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What would you like to focus on in March? The long list of things you don’t feel able to achieve? Or the opportunities that lie before you? It’s obvious really; why would anyone waste their energy on negative thoughts and activities? Yet, life isn’t as simple as we’d like it to be and you’re dealing with a series of challenging issues, which are understandably infuriating. Still, you have choice. If you choose to make the most of what’s good in your world, you can achieve great things this month.

Your in-depth forecast for the whole of MARCH can really help. Call 1300 017 319.

LAUGH RIOT A boy asks his father, “Dad, are bugs good to eat?” “That’s disgusting.

Don’t talk about things like that over dinner,” the dad replies. After dinner the father asks, “Now, son, what did you want to ask me?” “Oh, nothing,” the boy says. “There was a bug in your soup, but now it’s gone.”

Q: Why did the witches’ team lose the baseball game?

A: Their bats flew away.

There was an elderly couple who in their old age noticed that they were getting a lot more forgetful, so they decided to go to the doctor.

The doctor told them that they should start writing things down, so they don’t forget. They went home and the old lady told her

husband to get her a bowl of ice cream. “You might want to write it down,” she said. The husband said, “No, I can remember that you want a bowl of ice cream.” She then told her husband she wanted a bowl of ice cream with whipped cream. “Write it down,” she told him, and again he said, “No, no, I can remember you want a bowl of ice cream with whipped cream.” Then the old lady said she wants a bowl of ice cream with whipped cream and a cherry on top.

“Write it down,” she told her husband and again he said, “No, I got it. You want a bowl of ice cream with whipped cream and a cherry on top.” So, he goes to get the ice cream and spends an unusually long time in the kitchen, over 30 minutes. He comes out to his wife and hands her a plate of eggs and bacon.

The old wife stares at the plate for a moment, then looks at her husband and asks, “Where’s the toast?”

Dad: “Can I see your report card, son?”

Son: “I don’t have it.”

Dad: “Why?” Son: “I gave it to my friend.

He wanted to scare his parents.”

Son: “Dad, there is someone at the door to collect donations for a community swimming pool.”

Father: “Okay, give him a glass of water.”

RAYS RANT This week in the courier mail, a so-called champagne expert, tested and tasted a glass of new champagne. he described it as............

“A blinding flash of white sunshine, of lemon freshness and white pepper, layered with molten wax, even glimpses of green olives” he goes on further to disclose..............

“And a grand malic acidity of dizzying proportions swept up in an immense, all-consuming tidal wave of frothing, sea salt minerality crashing with such force that any mortal wine would collapse breathless in its wake” Well, as one of Hillary Clinton's incorrigible's-- I thought........... “Why can’t I report on a beverage ?????”

So, I went to my fridge and removed a beer....... I decanted it into a mug....................

GUESS WHAT?????? It tasted just like................. BEER!!!!!!!!

PS. Thanks, RAY ref: courier mail sat 8/2/20 weekend insight page 42 3408 8787 sideshowalley@westnet.com. au

MAD POETS SAGITTARIUS (November 23 December 21)

Quick! Look up at the sky!

That’s not a plane, it’s a pig with wings! And, if I’m not mistaken, there’s a leopard with disappearing spots! Of course, people say all sorts of ridiculous things in order to grab our attention. Promises are easy to make and easy to break. This month, when actions are so much more valuable than words, don’t allow anyone to pull the wool over your eyes. With Jupiter bringing wisdom and purpose, you can see past any pretence and turn a dream into a tangible reality. MARCH is a powerful month for you. Find out more. Call 1300 017 319.

CAPRICORN (December 22 January 20) With Mars in

your sign as we enter March, it’s no wonder you’re feeling so fired up and excited. Even though you’re dealing with a situation that is less than ideal, you have the energy to rise to the challenge. Since the planet of action remains in your sign throughout the month, you’ll surprise yourself with your determination. The possibility of an adventure lies before you, and it promises to take you towards a long-held dream of a destination. You’re at your most adaptable now. Go with the flow.

In MARCH, the power of the planets can change your life. Call 1300 017 319.

JUST LET IT RAIN

They are tangerine green red and grey These are the gum leaves lying on the pathway The meandering creek in the Woorim Park Just breaming over and creating a spark Plants and trees grass and flowers Bending and swaying while I watch for hours Pathways covered in seeds and sticks Watch out joggers and bicycle trips I have just walked the track from the Memorial Gardens Rain drops hang heavily from the tree canopy flowers It is mystical and damp water dew drops from the canopy camp Locals are scarce sitting inside The wet weather just makes them hide I cross the road and head to the point Wild waves crash and begin to anoint The wet sandy beach and the loss of the dunes

Natures is powerful you can get caught in the cocoon A lone surfer out on his board I scan the horizon no ships just forlorn I worry about the surfer out there on his own Bull sharks love this weather he thinks he is alone The dirty water that gets flushed from the creeks Sticks logs and mud on your feet I check out the water just before I go To make sure that the surfer will be there tomorrow The turtles have bee hatching The beach is a mess high tide and wind swept But the colours of the landscape are soft and subdued Peaceful and lonesome the sky is steel blue The clouds are building the raindrops intense Down comes the rain and it is not finished yet Suddenly the rain stops and there is a croak of a frog Yellow butterflies and birds flying along

Landing on leaves and the branches are wet No time to wait for butterflies are set To complete their life in a short space of time Rain or high water it is just a crime That all this goes on and people do not see That nature is busier then you or me The wallaby that lives in the dunes by the sea Leaves a message an imprint just for me The tail and claw marks where he sits in the sand Eating fresh grass when he can The creek is full and has burst its banks It was a tiny hole once with nothing left in its tank What a difference this rain makes It is a gift from the sky Governments should harness it Then we would never run dry So just let it rain day and night For the landscape is beautiful such a magic sight Written by Sharmayne Kurtz 13.2.20

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Letters Dear Editor,

Bill Hinte, in his article on Electricity and Climate Change, seems to have fallen for some of the myths put about by the Climate Denial industry.

Regarding the “CO2 is plant food” argument, a couple of points can be made. Firstly, the “more is better” philosophy doesn’t really work in the real world. The old saying about “Too much of a good thing” comes to mind – as we know, if taking one pill is good for you, it doesn’t mean that taking four is four times better.

Sure, more CO2 can provide a short-term benefit, but unless it’s accompanied by more water, more nitrogen and more of all the other things needed for growth, any positive effects quickly disappear.

And unfortunately, crops like wheat have less nutrition value when grown in higher CO2 conditions, and are also more vulnerable to insect attack, thanks to changes in their biochemistry brought about by too much CO2.

It is also absolutely incorrect to say that there has been no warming over the last decade or so. The world’s five warmest years have all occurred since 2015, and nine of the ten warmest years have occurred since 2005 – the melting glaciers and ice caps are a clue if scientific records aren’t sufficient evidence for your readers.

There can be no genuine doubt

that climate change is caused mainly by CO2 generated by humans. But it’s wrong to say that a volcanic eruption could undo any of our reduction efforts. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the world’s volcanoes generate about two hundred million tons of CO2 annually, compared to twenty-four billion tons from human activities.

However, I’m in full agreement with Mr Hinte regarding the effects of land clearing – what has been done in the Amazon, in Indonesia and many other equatorial countries, as well as right here in Queensland, is nothing short of criminal.

Regards Diana Grey, Bribie.

was reached.

The wildly inaccurate doom and gloom forecasts of the climate brigade go on and on.

In 1955 a press release quoting finding of a University of Queensland “global warming” study predicted that the year 2000, Gold Coast waterfront homes would be 4 – 5 cms, or about 2 inches underwater as a result of the rising seas.

Today: 25 years later, not a single Gold Coast waterfront home has gone under. Within the last couple of years, North America and parts of Europe experienced their most severe freezes in 50 years. For once the normally vocal climate change lot was noticeably silent. For centuries the world has endured periods of deep freezes and extreme heat and this will no doubt continue in the future. This is a natural phenomenon, certainly not something caused by humans.

By Charles Taylor - Bribie Island.

Dear Editor, What a load of garbage these climate change activists try to feed the world. In the last issue of the Bribie Islander, Diana Grey quoted a litany of false statements; I will only correct a few, as time and space would prohibit my covering them all.

Dear Editor,

Firstly, Ms Grey quotes last year was our hottest year ever. Meteorological records kept since the early 1800s say otherwise. There are several years in the early 1800’s hotter with temperatures in many places, not falling below 103 degrees Fahrenheit, even at midnight. The hottest day ever in this country was recorded in 1828 when 53.9 degrees Celsius

Firstly, congratulations on a

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RE: Issue 107, 14 February 2020 I picked up a copy of your magazine last Sunday at the Bakery, Benabrow Ave, Bellara.

We were enjoying an enjoyable overnight camping stay at Sandstone Point.

great magazine. A good balance of features for both locals and visitors.

Some lifestyle articles, some good history lessons, plus good coverage of dining and entertainment.

It also appears that the local advertisers are supporting you, and hopefully that will help ensure future editions roll off the press.

Secondly, I would like to particularly mention the excellent feature by Bill Hinte, pages 70 & 71 “ Electrical Energy & Climate Change” This is written in simple English, solid construction of a common sense paragraph leading into another set of clearly comprehensible sentences.

Bill’s line of argument seems sound, the content all tied together nicely.

This is one of the best articles that I have read on this subject.

Yes, I’m with you, Bill, “we do contribute, but nowhere near are what the doomsayer’s spruiking at this time” Would you please pass on my thanks to Bill Hinte.

Keep up the good work, Regards Ken - Mooloolaba 4557

DO YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY? WRITE A LETTER TO THE EDITOR AND VOICE YOUR LOCAL OPINION! thebribieislander@gmail.com OR PO Box 1160, Bongaree Q 4507

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he Historical Society has monthly public meetings at the RSL Club on the second Wednesday of each month commencing at 6;30pm. with interesting guest speakers on a wide range of topics.

In this historical anniversary year, I will be giving presentations at the Society meetings, and public presentations at the Library and U3A in

The Bribie Island Chamber of Commerce

coming months, about the “Search for the Great South Land” and “From Cook to Convict Colony”.

Look out for posters and publicity.

Barry Clark

FUNDRAISER FOR CWA DROUGHT / FIRE APPEAL AND ROTARY POLIO APPEAL SCOOPY’S CAFE BONGAREE SUNDAY 9TH FEBRUARY 2020

Bribie Island Historical Society

Thank you to Scoopy’s, our entertainers the “Gekko

You can see many more photos and articles about a range of Bribie Island history on our Blog Site at http://bribieislandhistory. blogspot.com or contact us on bribiehistoricalsociety@ gmail.com

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Island RSL, will be hosting a “Meet The Candidates”

Brothers”, all of our prize donors and supporters for your support of our recent fundraiser to help the CWA to assist children in the outback affected by the recent drought/fires and to help Rotary in their quest to eradicate polio from the world.

We are pleased to advise that we were able to raise $1,150 for the CWA appeal and $400 for the Rotary appeal. Cheques have been issued to these two organisations.

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nglican Church Bribie Island. (St Peter’s).

Cnr Banya and Foster Sts, Bongaree. Sunday Services: 7:30am & 9:30am.Wednesday Service: 10am. Priest: Fr Steven Schwarzrock.Phone: 07 3408 3191.Email: office@ stpetersbribie.org.au wesome Church Bribie Island INC: 7/1 Toorbul St, Bongaree (upstairs opp.

Brennan Park). P: 07 3408 0429. M: 0408 455 508.

E: cocbi@bigpond.com.

Sundays 8am and 10am, Kid’s Church 10am. Sandwiches between Sunday meetings, attendees can enjoy a delicious morning tea in the church cafe from 9.15am to 10am. NEW Cafe style church 4pm - 5pm Sunday FREE Dinner afterwards. eachmere Uniting Church: Cnr Moreton Tce/ Second Ave. P: Pastor Dave 0407270222. Sunday Service: 7:50am.Praise singing leading into 8am Service.All welcome. ribie Island Baptist Church: 7-9 Cotterill Avenue, Bongaree.OFFICE: 07 3450 4039Email: info@ bribiebaptist.com. Pastor: Ray Airosa. Services: 8:30

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Kids Club: Fridays 5:006:30pm. Youth Group: Fridays 7:00-9:00pm. Bookshop: Koorong items available. ribie Island Catholic Church– Church of the Little Flower: 41-47 First Avenue, Bongaree, 4507.

Parish Priest: Fr David Pascoe. Mass Times: 6pm Saturday & 8.30am Sunday.

Reconciliation: 5pm Saturday. All enquiries: 5495 1028 ribe Island Charismatic nondenominational Home Church: “Sharing Faith in the Spirit of Unity” 1 Cor. 12:13. For service details contact Pastor Barnett on newprophecychurch@ hotmail.com or 0481369704. ribie Island Church of Christ: Meets Sunday for Worship Service 9.30am, including Communion.

Cnr Foley Street and Fifth Avenue, Bongaree. Op Shop (Bargain Shed) located behind the Church building, Open 8.30am – 12noon weekdays (closed public holidays). P: 3408 3772. reedom Church (an ACC Church): 195 First Ave,

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Enquiries phone Angela mob 0417 050 949 or Eileen mob 0438 723 074. andstone Community Church: Meets at Sandstone Point Community Hall located behind the Shopping Centre in Bestmann Rd. Sunday Services: 4 pm, Thursdays: mainly music (pre-school children) 9.30am during

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Sabbath School 9.30 am.

Church service 11am. Phone 0455477889. t Paul’s Lutheran Church: Sunday Service: 8am, 2nd & 4th Sunday monthly at “The Orchid House”, Sportsfield Entrance 3, 1st Ave, Bongaree. PH Bernie 0419721752.

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E: bribieislanduc@gmail. com, bribieunitingchurch. weebly.com. Sunday Service: 8:30am. All age worship.

Messy Church: 2nd Sunday @ 4pm. Informal worship for all ages. Men’s Breakfast: 1st Saturday @ 6:45am. Ladies Fellowship: 3rd Wednesday @ 9am. Ladies Coffee Morning: 1st Wednesday @ 10amChildren’s Choir: Monday @ 3:30-4:45pm.

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LCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Recovery I.D. meeting Monday - 7.30pm - Church of Christ Hall.

Corner of Fifth Ave and Foley St, Bongaree. The meeting room is behind the church. Woorim Promises meeting on the beach Sunday 7.30am - Rotary Park, Woorim Beach.

Access Area no.3, North St, Woorim.

No dogs permitted on the beach, BYO chair. FOR MORE INFO Contact - Jaime 0438622545. Bribie Open I.D. meeting (previously known as the Banksia Beach Friday night meeting).

Friday - Open I.D. - 7.00pm - Bribie Island and surrounds Community Centre, 9 Verdoni st, Bellara. Contact Jaime 0438622545.

EVERY MON, THU, FRI, SAT ABY RHYME TIME: at the Bribie Library, 10am.

EVERY WED ANKSIA GARDEN CLUB: Meet from 9.15am - Noon at the Bribie Community Arts Centre, Sunderland Drive. All welcome. Ph Desley 34088470.

1st WED of the Month AREFOOT BOWLS, BRIBIE ISLAND BOWLS CLUB: 1-3pm, Welsby Parade. $5 per person and kids are FREE with every paying adult.

Includes an instructor, greens and equipment hire.

3rd SUN of the Month EACHMERE CRAFT GROUP: Meet at 1.30pm at Beachmere Uniting Church, Cnr Moreton Tce & Second Ave. Bring your craft. Gold coin donation. All welcome. 0417067992.

2nd & 4th WED of the Month EACHMERE INDOOR BOWLS CLUB: Meet at the Community Hall, Progress Avenue. 1.15pm-4pm.

Cost $4: includes 3 games of bowls & afternoon tea. PH 0414088358.

EVERY MON EACHMERE SLIMMERS INC: Meet at the Community Hall, Progress Ave, Beachmere, 9.00-10.30am. Entry $4.00 per meeting. Contact: Judy 0401153633 or Pat: 54968551.

EVERY FRI EING THERE – Grief Contact and Support Morning Tea: Meets at 10.00-11.00am in rooms at George Hartnett Metropolitan Funerals 2/229 Goodwin Dr, Bongaree. This FREE morning tea is hosted by grief counsellor Geoff Bradford. Contact Geoff geoffbradford2@bigpond.com or PH 0421866560.

1st WED of the Month OMBORA OUTRIGGERS: Meet on the beach opposite Dolphin Drive, 10 or more times a week. Find a session that suits you contact us via our website bomboraoutriggers.com. au Everyone is welcome to try.

EVERY DAY RIBIE & DISTRICT WOODCRAFTERS ASSOCIATION: Bribie Woodies open daily for members workshop activities. Also sales and demonstrations at Art Centre Markets last Sunday every month. Contact John for information on 0417635093.

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CLUBS & ASSOCIATIONS

RIBIE BUTTERFLY VOLUNTEERS INC: Meet from 9am-1pm.

Volunteer your time to help with the running of Bribie Butterfly House community project. PH Ray 0409491419.

MON TO FRI RIBIE COMMUNITY PLANT NURSERY: 208 First Ave, Bribie.

The nursery has been on Bribie since 1990 and is run completely by volunteers. All money raised goes back into the community.

OPEN MON - FRI, 8 - 11am RIBIE ISLAND AND DISTRICT NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE: Reception open Mon-Thu 9am-3pm.

Information Service, Counselling & Family Support Program, Declutter Group, Multicultural Group etc.

Phone for details 3408 8440.

EVERY MON - THU RIBIE ISLAND BICYCLE USER GROUP (BRIBIE BUG) offers easy rides 8am Mondays, 6am Wednesdays and 8am Saturdays.

Rides leave Information Centre, Benabrow Avenue, Bellara. Contact Isabel on 5496 8661.

MON, WED & SAT RIBIE ISLAND BUSH POETS: Meet at 6.30pm at the Blue Pacific Hotel, Woorim. Everyone is welcome to come along and present poetry or just listen. PH Cay 34083219.

4th MON of the Month RIBIE ISLAND CADETS: Maritime Safety Military Cadets, Parade Lions Community Hall, Sunderland Dr, Bellara. Meet Friday nights 6.30-9.30pm in school term.

Pop along and have a chat with staff or email for info. Email: maritimesafetymilitarycadets @gmail.com EVERY FRI RIBIE ISLAND COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB: Monthly Concert at 11am in the U3A Recreation Hall, First Ave Bongaree, Ph Di 0402255852.

4th SUN of the Month RIBIE ISLAND DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP: We meet on the first Monday of each month for an informal lunch at the Village Deli and on the third Monday of each month at the Croquet Club for a more formal meeting which includes guest speakers. The groups is a great venue to meet others affected by dementia both directly and as Carers. You gain strategies and insight from members of the group which are on different sections of the dementia journey as all of us have been affected by this disease. We would welcome you to join us. If you would like more details please phone Julie on 0490441184.

1st & 3rd MON Each Month RIBIE ISLAND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (BIEPA): Meets at 7pm, the Anzac Room Bribie Island RSL. All welcome.

For more information phone Diane 0438111163.

4th MON of the Month RIBIE ISLAND GARDEN CLUB: Meet at the RSL Auditorium, 9am for 9.30am start. PH Lee 34086058.

4th WED of the Month RIBIE ISLAND GEM & FOSSICKING CLUB: Meet at 8am-1pm. Club sheds situated adjacent to the Community Arts Centre, 191

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Please wear closed in shoes. Our annual Gem Show will be held over the weekend of September 14th & 15th, hours - 0800hrs to 1600hrs, at the sheds of the Community Art Centre, 191 Sunderland Dr, Banksia Beach, Bribie Island. PH Lyn 0459391111 & Debbie 0406207282.

EVERY MON, TUE, WED, SAT RIBIE ISLAND HANDCRAFT CLUB: Meet at 8am - 11am, Bribie Indoor Bowls Hall, First Ave. All welcome. BYO handcraft. PH Stacey 0438001297.

EVERY THU RIBIE ISLAND HEALTHY SLIMMERS FELLOWSHIP: Support group meets Tuesday @ 7:30am at TOCH, 36 Banya St, Bongaree. All welcome. PH Dorothy 54975552 or Sandra 0427829008.

EVERY TUE RIBIE ISLAND FAMILY HISTORY INTEREST GROUP: Meet in The Anzac Room, Bribie Island, RSL Club. February To December Only (Tues 1pm, Thurs 10am). PH Bette 34083096.

1st TUE and 2nd THU RIBIE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Monthly meetings in the RSL’s ANZAC Room on Level 1 at 6:30pm. All Welcome. PH Lynne Hooper on 34082336.

2nd WED of the Month RIBIE ISLAND INDOOR BOWLS CLUB: First Ave. Tues 09:00 – 12:00, Weds 13:00 – 16:00, Thurs 18:30 – 21:30, Fri 13:00 – 16:00. Phone 3408 0177 or best call in and see us on Games Days. New members welcome.

EVERY TUE, WED, THU, FRI RIBIE ISLAND LIONS CLUB: Meet at blue pacific hotel woorim 6pm for 6.30Pm start. Inquiries on how to join lions phone 0457867390. New members welcome.

2nd & 4th THU Each Month RIBIE ISLAND MIXED SOCIAL DARTS CLUB: Meets at The Bribie Island Golf Club Links Crt Woorim.

Names in by 6:15 for 6:30 start. All welcome to come along & have a throw. Restaurant will be open for anyone wishing to eat beforehand.

EVERY THU RIBIE ISLAND ORCHESTRA PRACTICE: Meet at 7pm at Sandstone Point. Phone Heather White for details. 54975818.

Every SUN of the Month RIBIE ISLAND ORCHID SOCIETY CULTURAL MEETING at Orchid House: Meet at 156A First Ave, Bribie Island Meeting time - Arrival 1:00 pm for a 1:30pm start. Plants must be benched by 1:15 pm when judging commences. Teresa Watson 0407782290.

4th TUE of the Month RIBIE ISLAND ORCHID SOCIETY NEW GROWERS’: Meeting held at Orchid House, 156A First Ave, Bribie Island Meeting time - Arrival 1:00 pm for 1:30 pm start. Teresa Watson 0407782290.

2nd SAT of the Month RIBIE ISLAND PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB: Meets at 7 pm in the boardroom at the back of Arts Centre on Sunderland Drive. New members are always welcome. The first two

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4th MON of the Month RIBIE ISLAND PROBUS CLUB: If you’re new to the area, or are finding it a bit challenging to break into the local social scene, you might find what you’re looking for by joining one of Bribie’s top social clubs – the Probus Club of Bribie Island Inc, catering for retired or semi-retired men and women interested in establishing friendships and engaging in fellowship with like-minded souls. The club meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 9:15 a.m. in the RSL’s Garden Room for about 90 minutes, when members are updated on club activity, hear of the life experiences of one of their own and from other speakers’ expert in their field. It has special interest groups, such as the tennis and morning tea clubs, participates in monthly outings of interest to members and stages several functions throughout the year.

Contact Gabrielle (0407 341 074), Ursula (3410-0792), David (34107531) or Mark (3408-4145).

RIBIE ISLAND RSL WOMEN’S AUXILIARY: Meets (except January) in the Anzac Room of the Bribie Island RSL Club at 9.30am.

New members welcome. You do not need to be an ex service person to join. For enquiries phone Jan Wright on 0407030598 or email Janice_ wright@bigpond.com.

Every 2nd MON of the Month RIBIE ISLAND SAILING CLUB: Racing, cruising and mid week social sailing in the beautiful Pumicestone Passage & Deception Bay. All types of sailing craft are catered for. A full list of sailing activities is on our web site at www. bribieislandsailingclub.org.au RIBIE ISLAND SOCIAL SENIORS: Meet at the Bribie RSL at 9am.

We have a friendly meeting with a speaker, outings & lunch. Morning tea is available. All welcome just drop in or ph. 0400729462 0437960912.

1st MON of each month RIBIE ISLAND VIEW CLUB: (supporting The Smith Family): meets for lunch at 11.30 for 12.00 at Serenity @ The Waterways, Welsby Pde. For info or apologies phone Jennifer 34082152 or Helen 34086189.

4th WED of the Month RIBIE MASONIC LODGE: Meets at 7pm Banya St, Bongaree. Visitors welcome. Nev 0407300765, Ron 0418858866.

2nd WED of the Month RIBIE ISLAND SENIORS COMPUTING CLUB DISCUSSION GROUP: Meets in the Anzac Room Bribie RSL at 1.00pm. Just turn up and maybe you have a special interest you can share with us or just want a bit of help yourself.

EVERY 2nd TUE of the Month RIBIE TOASTMASTERS: Meet at 7.00pm in the Bribie RSL club with a warm welcome to anyone who comes to visit.

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HILDREN’S CHOIR: An Ecumenical Children’s Choir meets at the Uniting Church in Webster St, Bongaree, every Monday afternoon after school from 3.30pm until 4.45pm. School aged boys and girls are all welcome. This is a no cost activity for children who love to sing. For further info PH Marg Grove on 54975777.

EVERY MON OUNTRY LINKS MONTHLY CONCERT: Meet at 11 am at the Bribie Indoor Bowls Club, Bribie Sports Complex 3, First Ave, Bribie.

PH Janice 0403-481-943.

2nd SUN of the Month RAFT GROUP: This group is in recess in December & January.

It will commence again on 12 February 2020. Meeting at 1.30pm at Beachmere Uniting Church, Cnr Moreton Tce & Second Ave. Bring your craft. Gold coin donation. All welcome. PH 0417067992.

EVERY 2nd & 4th WED of the Month RAFT AND FRIENDSHIP CLUB: Meet at 8.45am to 11.45am in the Church of Christ Hall, Fifth and Folley Streets, Bongaree. All welcome. PH Margaret on 34084108.

Every Friday RAGONS ABREAST BRIBIE ISLAND: Weekly Paddling timesMon&Sat 6am for 6.30a.m. Thu Aft 3.30pm for 4p.m. At Spinnaker Sound Boat Ramp adjacent TS Koopa Kal-Ma-Kuta Dve. PH Judy 0488 199 556.

Every MON-THU UCHRE: Meet at Bribie Island Bowls Club from 12.30pm until 4pm. $4.00 including afternoon tea.

Visitors welcome. Can teach anyone who would like to learn.

PH Lorraine on 0414 802 733.

EVERY MON IRL GUIDES: For info contact Yvette 0413043659.

EVERY TUE IRL GUIDES - BRIBIE ISLAND. Fun, adventure and friendship for girls aged 7 to 17 years of age.

If you are keen to join, or would like more information please email AndPetrieRegion@outlook.com Every TUE Night LOBAL CARE FOOD ASSIST: Provides food parcels, emergency food relief, and low cost food to eligible clients. Open Wednesdays only from 11am till 12.30pm or until stock runs out.

BYO cooler and carry bags. Toorbul Lane across from Saviges, Bongaree.

PH Rebecca 0433371749.

EVERY WED HE GOLDEN ENTERTAINERS CHORAL GROUP: Meet at the Bribie Community Hall in Woorim from 9.0am to 11.0am each Wednesday for fellow ship and vocal practice. If you are interested in singing and enjoy good company why not come along and give it a go? Further details can be obtained by phoning 0421724222 or from our Facebook Page.

EVERY WED SLAND QUILTERS: For friendly support for those people interested in sewing and handcrafts. Held between 8.30am to

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Evey WED NSPIRATION THRU ART (ITA).

A group of artists who enjoy painting together, swapping ideas and socialising over a cuppa. New members always welcome. Meet at Noon to 3pm at The Crafty Shed (rear Ningi Hall), Rita Ave , Ningi. Off street carpark. Contact Judi 0408755753 or email:buddingartist69@gmail.com, Web: buddingartist69.wixsite.com/ mysite.

EVERY THUR P’S BRIBIE ISLAND SHOPPING CENTRE. Contact Gary Stephens 0400750232 10:00am to 1:00pm.

Every TUE to SAT. IONS CLUB OF SANDSTONE POINT INC. Meet at 6.30pm in the Sandstone Point Community Hall, 202 Bestmann Road East, Sandstone Pt. PH 0435017752.

1st & 3rd THUR of the Month ARKET STALL: 9-11am. Church of Christ hall. Fifth & Foley Sts. Pumicestone Ukulele Group. 5pm – 7pm. At Uniting Church.

2nd & 4th FRI of the Month EDITATION AT BRIBIE ARTS CENTRE LABYRINTH: Sunderland Dr, 7am. Contact Joyce 0439329334.

EVERY TUE ELSA PARK TRAIN RIDES: 74 Toorbul St, Bongaree.

Secretary Les Young: PH 0411049894.

Starts at 10 am and finishes at 2.30 pm. Enclosed footwear must be worn for safety reasons.

EVERY 3rd SUNDAY of the Month ULTICULTURAL ENGLISH: Meets at 9am-12pm. 9 Verdoni Street, Bellara. PH 34088440.

EVERY MON EEDLECRAFT: Ladies Sewing Circle meets at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre, Sunderland Dr, Banksia Beach 9am - 4pm. PH Cheryl 34088988 or Karin 0417705171.

EVERY TUE ORETON BRIBIE BRIDGE CLUB: Play on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday afternoons, seated by 12.15pm. Standby partner usually available on Wednesday. Phone Bob King 3408 6696 or Lin McLaren 0410 705 209 for further information.

Supervised play available Tuesday 12.30 – 3.00pm – contact Helen Tyler 0427 567 670. New Zealand Ladies Meet at the Bribie Sports Club, Bongaree, at 10.30am. PH Carolyn 0475 404 666.

3rd WED of the Month.

LDER WOMENS NETWORK BRIBIE ISLAND: Meet at Bribie Island RSL Club, 10am - 12noon, 99 Toorbul St, Bongaree. We invite mature-aged Women to join our branch, for friendship, fun and information on healthy ageing.

PROUD TO BE OURSELVES. More information call Anne 0408007370, Leonie 0467686900 or Betty 0409470100.

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EVERY TUE & SAT UMICESTONE PASSAGE PROBUS GROUP: If you enjoy fun and friendship then this is the club for you! Come along to one of our meetings at the RSL Anzac Room 9am for 9.30 start. Meet new friends and hear an interesting talk.But that’s not all. Each month we have a dinner date, a walk and coffee morning, an activity or outing and a fishing group.

Come and join the fun. Visitors Welcome. For more details call Gerry Hurst on 54976580 or 0457305391. Look forward to seeing you there.

2nd TUE of the Month UMICESTONE TREFOIL GUILD: belongs to the adult section of Girl Guides Australia. Calling all former Girl Guides, female members of the Scout Association and ladies prepared to make the Guide Promise! Our meetings are held at 1pm in the Bribie Island Girl Guide Hut in Webster Street, Bongaree. If you are new to the Island or have been wondering about joining us for fun and fellowship, please phone either President Marjorie on 34100348 or Secretary Pat on 34084079 for further information.

3rd MON of the Month OTARY CLUB OF BRIBIE ISLAND: Meets at 6.30pm for 7.00pm, Bribie Island Hotel, 29 Sylvan Beach Esplanade.Phone Mary 0421529824.

Every THU ANDSTONE POINT COMMUNITY COMPLEX: Free Morning Tea is held at 10am at Sandstone Point Community Complex [behind Shopping Centre] for all residents.

Come and enjoy. For further details contact Margaret 54295024.

1st MON of the Month ENIORS SOCIAL COFFEE: Meet at 10am at the Sports Club at Bongaree. New friends welcome 2nd & 4th TUE of the Month HE BRIBIE ISLAND BRANCH OF THE NATIONAL SERVICEMENS’

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PH John Price 0439287747.

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HE BRIBIE ISLAND COMMUNITY PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP: Meets from 1.00pm until 3.00pm (December and January excepted), in the Anzac Room at the Bribie Island RSL Club, 99 Toorbul Street, Bongaree. Meetings are open to people with Parkinson’s and their carers and family members and community . Gold Coin Donation.

Contact: Co-ordinator David Martin on 0418750120.

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HE CRAFTY SHED INC. AT NINGI - behind the Ningi Hall. Monday - Machine Sewing. Tuesday - Crafty Chatters.Wednesday - Pumicestone Piecers Quilting group.Thursday - ITA Art Group. Friday - Mosaics.

Saturday - Card making. Times and contact details available from Kerry 0429236680.

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HE BRIBIE ISLAND VIETNAM VETERANS ASSOC. (BIVVA): Meet at: 9.00am. Where: The Bribie Island Drop In Centre at the Recreation Hall, 156 First Ave, Bongaree. The BIVVA Drop In Centre is open to all Veterans Mon – Fri at 9.00am – 1.00pm. Pension and Welfare Officers available Mon and Tues at 10.00am – 1.00pm. PH 34080405 Office Pensions/Welfare 34081280.

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QUEENSLAND CANCER COUNCIL MARKETS WHEN: First Sunday of each Month 7am – 12noon WHERE: Brennan Park, Toorbul Street Bribie.

BRIBIE ROTARY MARKETS WHEN: Every second Sunday of each month 6:30 am to 12:00 noon.

WHERE: Brennan Park, Toorbul Street Bribie.

BRIBIE ISLAND AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY APPEAL (BIDCA) MARKET WHEN: Every 3rd Sunday of the

Month. 6am – 12noon WHERE: Brennan Park, Toorbul Street Bribie.

BRIBIE VIBE ARTS & CRAFT MARKET WHEN: Last Sunday of the Month 8:30am – 1pm WHERE: Bribie Island Community Arts Centre 191 Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach BRIBIE LIONS CLUB MARKETS WHEN: Every 2nd Saturday Of The Month, 8am – 12pm.

WHERE: Tintookie Park Woorim

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COMMUNITY NOTICE

CRIME REPORT

BRIBIE ISLAND WRAP 22 JANUARY 2020

www.mypolice.qld.gov.au/moreton Property offences: February 17, 8.30am FROM Benabrow Avenue, Bellara NORCO Mountain Bicycle Removed from the bike rack outside of the information visitor centre February 18m overnight .

Endeavour Drive, Banksia Beach Quantity of hand tools removed from a tool box that was located on the tray of a vehicle parked at the address Vehicle offences: February 16, 12.15am from First Ave Bongaree Two people charged with drink driving (highest reading 0.195

per cent BAC) February 20, 10.45pm from Eucalyptus St, Bellara.

Single vehicle traffic crash resulting with one person charged with drink driving (blood result pending), fail to display L plates and Leaner driver not supervised February 23, 3.15pm Ocean Beach, Woorim One person charged with driving on a disqualified license and high range drink driving Willfull damage offences: February 16, overnight Warrigal Street, Bellara, Elkhorn Avenue, Bellara

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day. You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

Emergency 000 Policelink 131 444 Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 “Local family business for over 34 years.”

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Four vehicles have had the tyres damaged and/or punctured Domestic Violence: Three Police Applications.

One person charged with contraven-tion of a protection order and assault.

One person charged with contraven-tion of a protection order.

Four other related incidents.

Drug: One person charged with possessing drugs, possessing drug related property.

One person charged with possessing utensils.

THEFT...

HELP PLEASE

I am wondering if any of our neighbours have any helpful information regarding the theft at our home on Marina Blvd, this month, while we were travelling overseas. Did anyone see any suspicious activity along the street or canal, possibly the night of Fri 7th of Feb? Along with many personal items, a locked and bolted safe was removed from our home, including jewellery, watches, and many irreplaceable family heirlooms. We are simply devastated

Public order: One person charged with stealing, public nuisance and contravene a police direction.

One person charged with stealing and contravening an order, and obstructing police.

One person charged with public nuisance in the vicinity of a licensed premises, obstruct police and failure to leave a licensed premises.

Traffic Offences: One person charged with driving on a disqualified license.

One person charged with driving on a SPER suspended license

by this loss and invasion of privacy in a place we have always felt so safe.

At the very least, this may remind the community to stay alert and report anything suspicious. I have contacted many people but until this happens to you, you have no idea how it will affect your sense of security and trust of others around you.

Please be vigilant and look out for each other to keep Bribie Island the sanctuary that it is.

Thank you, M. Voss

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