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BRIBIE ISLANDER ISSUE 20 MARCH 2016

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Woorim Precinct pg 22

New Motoring Section pg 16

4X4 on Bribie pg 15

New Sports Section pg 35

BRAKES STEERING SUSPENSION CHECK Page 16

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Bribie residents and local Scouts got together at Woorim Beach on Saturday to add their support for a cash for containers scheme for Queensland. Just this week the Clean Up Australia Rubbish Report for 2015 reported that litter rates on beaches and coastal waterways had doubled in the last year. Next week is the annual Clean Up Australia event (6 March) Residents and Scouts, most of whom get involved with the annual clean Up Australia event on Bribie, want to see an end to so much litter. They have thrown their weight behind a campaign to get rid of most of our plastic and container litter.

With NSW due to introduce a cash for containers scheme in 2017 and the Queensland Government investigating the scheme, these residents want Queensland to join in.

'Cash for containers is proven to slash litter rates, increase recycling of

containers, create new jobs and provide funding to community groups interested in collecting cans and bottles.’ said Toby Hutcheon from the Boomerang Alliance 'Plastics are deadly to wildlife and wasteful. On behalf of all the turtles choking on the stuff, we would like to say we have had a gutful!’ said Diane Oxenford from BIEPA 'Scouts are throwing our support behind cash for containers because it is good for the environment and will help community organisations like Scouts, raise money by collecting bottles and cans.’ said Assistant Regional Commissioner Robyn Devine, representing Scouts QLD State MP Rick Williams said he used to collect bottles and cans as a kid to make extra pocket money. He is backing the campaign because it will reduce litter, create jobs and help local community organisations get more funds.

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Goodwin Drive Road Works

Moreton Bay Regional Council has started work on a $1.8 million road rehabilitation project at Goodwin Drive, Bongaree.

The 600 metre upgrade from the roundabout at Sunderland Drive to the Coolgarra Avenue roundabout began in mid-February and will see most of the existing road pavement replaced to improve safety and deliver a better driving experience for local motorists.

Also included in the project are new street lights, a new pedestrian crossing near the dental surgery, landscaping, and the upgrade of existing bitumen footpaths with new, wider concrete pathways.

Green asphalt treatments will be added

to the road surface at the approaches to the roundabouts on Goodwin Drive to improve safety for cyclists and drivers.

Traffic management measures will be in place during construction with a temporary 40 kilometre per hour speed limit in the road works zone for the duration of the construction project.

Motorists should avoid parking on the road or footpaths in the vicinity of the road works while construction is underway.

The upgrade of Goodwin Drive from the Sunderland Drive to Coolgarra Avenue roundabouts is expected to be completed by late June 2016, weather permitting.

FRONT COVER PICTURE PHOTGRAPHED BY DEB NEILL : Joel Pancari and Shaun Carling often drive the Bribie Beach to fish or just relax and enjoy what the Island has to offer.

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Bribie Island Recreation Hall, 156 First Ave, Brisbane Wednesday 16 March 2016 7:00pm – 10:00pm

Restrictions: All Ages Admission: $22.00 0734082392 Additional fees may apply Multi award winning, internationally acclaimed acoustic guitarist Michael Fix will be performing live on Bribie Island for the first time, supported by brilliant young guitarist Sam Shepherd. This is a wonderful opportunity for all music lovers in the Bribie Island and surrounding areas to see a concert by this acoustic guitar virtuoso. Michael’s repertoire is wide ranging from blues to jazz to pop to classical and everything in between.

All profits go to Busy Fingers Fundraisers, the main charity group which supports the community on Bribie Island.

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On Tuesday the 23rd of February at approximately 9am BANKSIA Beach State School received a call from a prerecorded bomb threat, triggering the school to evacuate the students to the back oval.

Queensland Police said schools on the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Ipswich were also affected.

“As a precaution, we have to treat these threats seriously.”

The entire school and staff remained on the oval for the majority of the morning while the Police investigated the school grounds.

Our local Woolworths supermarket donated all the staff and children with water and fresh fruit due to the school lockdown.

A spokesperson for the Department of Education and Training said “Our first priority, as always, is to ensure the safety of all students and staff.

The Department is providing every avenue of support to safeguard the

welfare and wellbeing of everyone in state schools”.

All schools prepare, plan and regularly review emergency procedures to ensure the safety of students, staff and others on site and those procedures include guidelines for responding to threats.

Each school has its own procedures, which reflect the needs and circumstances of the school and its students. Each threat is taken seriously, with emergency procedures followed and police and other emergency services called to investigate.

By 12pm Banksia Beach State School was given the all clear for staff and students to return back safely to their classrooms.

A concerned mother advised she

was relieved to receive a letter that afternoon from the school explaining the events that occurred from this sickening threat.

9 & 10 July 2016 Abbey Medieval Festival, Experience the Fantasy, Discover History

Transport yourself to a place where history and fantasy merge into a breath taking world at the Abbey Museum Medieval Festival in 2016. This premier event at the Abbey Museum in Brisbane transforms sunny Queensland into a medieval wonderland every July. Come for the exquisite detail of our re-enactment camps, cheer the jousting and falconry, gorge on the sizzling meats and fine mead, and leave with the taste of history on your lips and doublet. Our attractions beguile young and old, and won’t cost a king’s ransom.

When Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones goes authentic. Abbey Museum Medieval Festival.

Medieval times inspire the fantasy and fiction we all love, so come and see an authentic recreation of this fascinating era. Our re-enactors bring you the sights and sounds of many medieval periods both familiar and exotic: Viking raiders and traders, Middle-Eastern warriors and nomads, and nobles and peasants from the great European households.

Over two weeks in July 2016 the Abbey Museum will host: • The Medieval Banquet: Sumptuous medieval dining and entertainment, at two Medieval Banquets, Seats book out quickly!

• The Abbey Museum Medieval Tournament: Jousting tournaments, falconry, medieval villages, authentic medieval costumes, swords and shields, puppet shows, gypsy dancing, Turkish oil wrestling. Visit the Friar’s Folly Tavern for mead and medieval music and a Medieval Market offering an array of food, clothing, craftsmanship and more.

Kids Dig It! Medieval Family Fun Week: new to the calendar in 2016, kids and their families will be able to enjoy the Abbey Museum’s renowned children’s school holiday programs, at the Abbey Museum from the 27th of June until the 1st of July.

Of all Brisbane museums, the Abbey prides itself on being the one to bring history to life – come and live history at the Abbey Medieval Festival!

See the magic for yourself. Tickets for the 2016 Abbey Medieval Festival go on sale mid February.

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Toad Tadpole Eradication Trial In early December a Woorim resident contacted the Bribie Island Environmental Protection Association (BIEPA) to report what appeared to be a massive number of cane toad tadpoles in the mouth of Freshwater Creek.

“It was just black with tadpoles,” says BIEPA’s President Diane Oxenford.

MBRC’s Environment Department was contacted and MBRC Officers in turn contacted Professor Rob Capon from the Institute for Molecular Science at the University of Queensland. Professor Capon and his team have been conducting research on ways to remove cane toad populations and he agreed to provide the necessary materials to MBRC Environment staff to conduct trials of his techniques in Freshwater Creek. A number of traps were set up just before Christmas. “The result was astounding,” says Diane. “Within minutes you could see the tadpoles being attracted to the

First Trap set (1 of 2)

traps”. The traps have now been removed and it is estimated that over 17,000 tadpoles were removed in this effort. The number of tadpoles in Freshwater Creek

Professor Capon has been reduced to just a handful.

“We just had to hear more about Professor Capon’s work so we invited him to be the first speaker for the year at our monthly meetings”, says Diane. Professor Capon accepted the invitation and spoke to BIEPA members and visitors about his research into controlling cane toad populations and the application of his techniques at Woorim.

Cane toads were first introduced into Australia from Brazil in 1935 with the release of 102 adults at Gordonvale in northern Queensland, Professor Capon explained. Subsequent releases occurred at Ingham, Ayr, Mackay and Bundaberg.

They were released as part of an effort to contain cane beetles by biological methods. It was a dismal failure. While toads have predators in their native Brazil, they have no predators in Australia and the toads spread quickly. It is estimated that there are now over 200 million toads in Australia and they have now migrated west to the Kimberleys in West Australia and as far south as Brisbane. Toads are poisonous at all stages in their life cycle and their impact on the ecosystems they have invaded has been devastating.

The research team were surprised that there had been little research into chemical control because this approach showed some possibilities - particularly at the tadpole stage. So this is where Professor Capon and his team focused their follow-up research. It is well known that toads at all stages of their life cycle are cannibals. Tadpoles, for instance, are known to devour whatever eggs they can find. “But how do they find these eggs?” asked Professor Capon. His team noted that within the toxins that coat the eggs, there was a specific pheromone that attracted the tadpoles. The team then were able to isolate and extract that pheromone and in field trials this been shown to be quite specific and attracts only cane toad tadpoles. The team is now looking at ways to implement wider application of this technique through Councils, community groups, and government agencies.

Some years ago, Professor Capon received a research grant from the Beattie Government to evaluate options for

While this research has been extremely encouraging, it has only limited application to still water areas, and it is very labour

A GREAT TIME WAS HAD BY ALL AT MESSY CHURCH

The Uniting Church in Webster Street, Bongaree, was noisy, boisterous, and busy on Valentine's Day. It was the first meeting of Messy Church. This is an all age church which meets on the second Sunday of each month between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. The first hour was spent completing a number of prepared arts

and crafts or other fun activities based around a theme. This first theme was " New Beginnings."

Both children and adults were kept busy completing a variety of challenges from planting seeds in a see-through "garden" to constructing all manner of structures using glow sticks, making Valentine's Cards, painting animal masks and butterfly wings, colouring and placing pairs of animals on Noah's Ark, creating rainbows in bottles, writing poetry, colouring, and making bookmarks.

After an hour, all joined together in a special Celebration to share ideas and

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possible control and eradication of cane toads. The research team evaluated a number of options.

First there was physical control using traps, barriers, bounties and “toad busting” techniques. While these efforts do raise public awareness, they are only short-term remedies and have a very limited long-term effect. Then there was the option of biological control. While there are some possible options, they involve high scientific and environmental risks. Professor Capon says we had to ask… “..can we guarantee they would work and not endanger the environment” and we had to conclude that we could not give that guarantee.

MBRC Environmental Officer and trap. intensive to set and remove the traps, says Professor Capon. “We are continuing research to see if it might be possible to modify the toad’s makeup so that the venom it produces is non-poisonous. If we can achieve that, then toads will be able to be attacked by all the predators in nature like snakes and lizards and crows.

That will bring the toad population under control”.

The BIEPA President thanked Professor Capon and the team from MBRC Environment for all their efforts. More details of Professor Capon’s work can be found at http://www.imb.uq.edu.au/ cannibal-tadpoles-provide-latest-weaponin-war-against-cane-toads

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creations and to be grateful to God for new beginnings. One of the adults, Ruth Inglis, wrote and shared her poem entitled "New Beginnings."

"New beginnings - What is in store?

Fun by the ton and surprises galore ?

The noise level's high if that is a clue?

There's so many people but what shall we do ?

There's balloons and paper and glue and such stuff.

I guess that there's plenty, and more than enough, But that isn't all that we hope to receive.

Maybe stories to hear and things to believe.

It's a new way of worship. It's a new way to start, A new way to reach into each other's heart.

So let's pull together. Let's give it a go And see what develops, see where it will grow."

The evening finished with everyone sharing a most delicious meal. It was a wonderful start to Messy Church on Bribie. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming and all generations enjoyed spending time together - each in their special way, encouraging one another to be and feel included. The next Messy Church will be on Sunday, 13th March at 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

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Man has used the sun’s energy since Moses played fullback for the Jews for a variety of reasons. As kids we used pieces of glass and straw to start a fire. Early man had to rely on their ingenuity to harness this energy. What they had in their favour was they relied on old sole and not a corporation such as Origin Energy.

Like many Australians we invested in Solar Panels to subsidize our electricity costs. We did our Due Diligence on a number of suppliers and settled on Origin Energy 6 panel and a 1.5-Kilowatt Sharp Solar Power Inverter (Model JH-1600E).

We were so impressed that after a few years we put another 7 panels up with a 1.0 Kilowatt Inverter. After some 3 years after the installation the Sharp Inverter failed and we replaced it at our own cost.

In January the Sharp Inverter failed again.

Two failures in a short time frame was of concern and I checked the installation manual supplied by Sharp at the time.

Clear and implicit instructions on page 5 of their manual states that the unit should not be installed; Near salt water. Salt water: area near the ocean or sea, or less than 500 meters from the ocean; Exposed to direct sunlight; and Minimal or no airflow, high humidity.

Origin organized a site inspection at a cost of $199 and took photos of the

inverter, solar panels and at my insistence page 5 of the installation manual. After 14 days and no response, I rang Origin and spoke to their Customer Service Analyst.

Within 2 hours I received a emailed copy of the reports and a two line response that stated “Origin cannot replace or service your inverter. Work will need to be completed at the quoted cost” of $1400. The main issues are; Our property is within 500 meters of Pumicestone Passage. My conversation with the Customer Service Analyst, he informed me that Google Earth showed that our residence was 430 meters from the Passage. That gives a margin error of 14%: The average summer humidity at Bribie Island is 55%; and Middle of summer the inverter is exposed to direct sunlight.

Origins defense is that the inverter is out of warranty, but do not take into consideration: We replaced the inverter out our cost 18 months ago within the warranty period; and That the unit was never installed in the correct location hence the two failures.

I have driven around both Sandstone Point and Bribie Island and have seen numerous Sharp Solar Power Inverter (Model JH-1600E) installed on outside walls and have evidence of others that have failed and have been relocated at Origins expense to inside the client’s garage.

With a QCAT hearing on March 15, if any resident is having the same problem please make contact via my email riaanddah@gmail.com or mobile 0422 770 252 John Boland

FREEHOLD RETIREMENT FREEDOM! Award-winning retirement community developer Parker Property Groups ‘Pebble Beach Retirement Community’ at Sandstone Point, the is an example of a rare but very popular independent living freehold retirement community in that residents own their homes outright and have all the rights of freehold home owners.

Sales Manager Elaine Quinn said owners still enjoyed the security and community atmosphere of a retirement village.

“In this way Pebble Beach has been designed to bridge the gap between full service retirement living and owning your own home,” she said.

“And while it might not provide all the bells and whistles of some other options, that is exactly what the developer intended and is just how the residents like it as the proximity to an abundance of services, clubs and facilities on the Island allows residents to pick and choose without being burdened with the ongoing management costs associated with on-site facilities they may not even use.”

Mrs Quinn said this meant reduced body corporate fees for residents (currently under $40 per week), no exit fees and residents retain all capital gains.

The Pebble Beach Retirement Community is located at Sandstone Point, the launch point to Bribie Island on the Sunshine Coast “The community enjoys pole position in relation to transport links, local clubs and services and an abundance of natural beauty and recreational opportunities provided by neighbouring nature reserves, fishing spots and sheltered waterways and everything there is to love and enjoy about the Bribie Island area.” www.pebblebeach.com.au Sales office is open Thursday to Sunday, 10am-4pm FREEPHONE: 1800 608 337 Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

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MEET THE CANDIDATES

PAUL WHYTE F O R

C O U N C I L L O R

FOR DIVISION

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PAULWHYTEFORDIVISION1 www.paulwhyte.com.au

Division 1 represents - Banksia Beach, Bellara, Bongaree, Donnybrook, Godwin Beach, Meldale, Ningi, Sandstone Point, Toorbul, White Patch, Woorim and parts of Caboolture and Elimbah.

Hi I’m Paul Whyte and I want to represent you as Councillor Having lived in Division One for 15 years and with 18 years Council experience, working with Councillors John Bateman and Gary Parsons I Understand what is required to carry out the role of your Councillor. After listening to you, the residents of our community, I have formulated a list of priorities for our area below .Please take the time to read them and as always I am eager to receive your feedback and idea’s for our region.

What I Stand For

• Lower Water and Sewage Charges. At present the Unitywater Board consists of five members. I will fight for a Councillor from all shareholding Councils to have a permanent seat on the Board to ensure local representation and a fairer pricing structure.

• Improved Response Time for Road and Drainage Repairs. Introduction of a Capital Works Schedule combined with a Special Maintenance, Pavement Improvement and Rehabilitation Program to address road network and drainage

issues prior to them becoming significant projects and considerable expenditure.

• Reintroduction of Annual Kerbside Collection. This will assist not only all residents but also help the environment. Funded by recyclable sales and a reduction in illegal dumping clean-up costs, will ensure little or no impact to the Operational Budget.

of local areas and facilities allows for controlled, sustainable and programmed development and upgrades. Community engagement and consultation where all residents have the opportunity to guide the improvement and expansion of where they live. This is fundamental to good planning and enhancement of Council infrastructure, facilities and services

• Additional and Improved Dog Friendly Facilities. With more off and on leash areas including separation for large and small dogs. Incorporating run, play, sit and stay amenities. Improved awareness of dog reactions through increased public education focusing on the expectations and behaviour of dogs, dog owners and the general public using shared amenities.

• Local Economy, Business and Employment. Council is one of the largest consumers in the region yet still procure Goods and Services as well as Contractors from outside the Shire. By utilizing Local Suppliers and engaging Local Contractors we will grow our local economy, lower our unemployment and receive better response time while saving money.

• Rates to be Capped at C.P.I. Balancing the overall budget by a reduction in the Capital Projects component, however no decrease to Operational Maintenance funding thus allowing Council to still provide and maintain all current assets, facilities and services.

• Development of Council Infrastructure. Master Planning

With your support in the March 2016 Local government elections we can keep Division One a great place to live work and play where lifestyle really counts. If you elect Paul Whyte as your fresh, committed local voice in Council you can be assured of having a person with the skills and expertise necessary to continue providing the community with the facilities they deserve.

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By Cathy Moore

The Moreton Bay Regional Council is made up of 12 divisions. Each division includes one councillor representative and a Mayor. On March 19 locals will make their vote towards who will be the newest member for Division 1 which includes Bribie Island, Sandstone Point, Goodwin Beach, Ningi, Toorbul, Meldale and Donnybrook. With a total of 40 candidates running across 12 divisions and 6 running for mayor it surely has left voters with a lot of choice. The Bribie Islander spoke to all 6 candidates for Division 1. Here’s what they had to say;

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Meet Paul Whyte Paul Whyte stands as an independent candidate who wants to protect and enhance lifestyle in division one. “I am committed to a responsive, fair and transparent council that works for and with the community to maintain and improve their standard of living by providing quality facilities, and services. I am hearing a lot of comments about water charges and Unitywater. If I am elected I will fight for a Councillor from all shareholding councils to have a permanent seat on the board of Unitywater to ensure local representation and a fairer pricing structure. I am also being told that residents want more say in what is happening in their area. Fundamental to good planning and enhancement of Councils infrastructure, Facilities and Services is community engagement and consultation where all resident have the opportunity to guide the development and expansion of where they live.” Mr Whyte said the first thing he will do if he is elected is implement a monthly forum where leaders of the community groups meet to discuss council plans for the area. Mr Whyte has also identified seven priorities to combat if elected.

Lower Water and Sewage charges Improved response time for Road and Drainage repairs Reintroduction of kerbside cleanup Rates to be capped at C.P.I. Controlled and sustainable development of Council infrastructure Improving the local economy, business and employment The process that was undertaken in the formulation of the last shire plan was flawed and was not as inclusive as it should have been. The flood mapping component impacted on a lot of residents and still effects them today. The flood mapping needs to be revisited and amended to reflect on ground investigations of these areas. The canal levy was introduced to offset expenditure spent in maintaining the canal systems on Bribie Island. I have had discussions with residents regarding the fees and charges and believe that they need to review. It is a complex issue that has been raised since amalgamation due to another area of the combined shire having a canal levy in place. I will fight for a reduction or removal of this levy as I believe it is simply a Council maintenance issue.

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Dan Clancy For Councillor Division 1 MBR

Your Local Voice Vote 1 Daniel Clancy I know you care about Division 1 and you want make sure that I care about it as much as you do. You want to make sure that I will actually represent you.

I’m offering real change and if I’m elected I will work to protect our way of life and address what is wrong.

You know I am focused on five areas – cost of living, infrastructure, staying healthy, the environment, and community resilience.

You are right to want a council that supports you and I will listen to every person, group, club and business and take these views to the council.

I will get out from behind my desk and be available. You’ve already seen I’m across all of division 1 and this won’t stop when I am your councillor.

On March 19, your choice could not be bigger, so make it count. Vote 1 Daniel Clancy

Meet Daniel Clancy I stand for five areas - Cost of Living, Infrastructure, Staying Healthy, Environment and Community Resilience. I believe that an elected leader must represent the voice of the people. I will get out from behind my desk and be available.

You’ve already seen I’m across all of Division 1 and this won’t stop when I am elected. This increased visibility will mean that I can offer true representation for Division 1.

I will listen to every person, group, club and business and take these views to the council. I am hearing that there are a range of issues, however I would suggest that the one most mentioned to me is that people believe that the council does not operate with integrity and that decisions are not transparent. My campaign is based on consultation and transparency. Having worked the last ten years for the State Government and most recently in Transport and Main Roads prosecutions team, I understand the importance of transparency and accountability. After I connect with the Mayor and other Councillors, I would seek to be briefed by the council management team on

a range of activities including: Development applications awaiting approval, Projects currently underway and planned, Maintenance schedules for infrastructure, Operations for regular activities such as cleaning of amenities or park maintenance, Current consultation processes, Council Chamber activities and routines, Calendar of commitments, Services currently provided to Division 1. My plan is to understand council’s current commitments and then work with the people of Division 1 to make this Division the best place to live, work and raise a family. I have committed to meeting with the canal residents of both Bribie Gardens and Pacific Harbour to discuss their concerns about the extra levy. Cost of Living is one of the areas that I stand for and I would like to do whatever I can to ease the burden of this ‘special charge however it will be important to understand the decision-making processes for the introduction of this levy. As an absolute minimum I would like to see a published maintenance schedule so that residents can see how this levy is being used.

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Division 1 Region

Place Types in Division 1

Division 1 encompasses land from Bribie Island in the east to the Bruce Highway in the west. It forms the north eastern boundary of the Moreton Bay Region.

The division includes a range of coastal, rural, rural residential and suburban communities; natural features including the wetlands and aquatic habitats of the Pumicestone Passage and the coastal foreshores of Bribie Island, Godwin Beach, Sandstone Point, Ningi, Toorbul, Meldale and Donnybrook; and key extractive resource areas at Ningi and Godwin Beach. In the next 20 years little change is expected due to planning challenges associated with coastal hazards and the close proximity to Moreton Bay Marine Park and the iconic Pumicestone Passage.

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MEET THE CANDIDATES PAID

Meet Brooke Savige

Meet Tony Longland

“I stand for integrity, commitment and energy. I want to see a council who prioritise consultation with local residents and businesses. A wellknown Bribie resident recently summed it up perfectly for me when he said ‘As a councillor the real job is to represent the community to the council not to represent the council to the community’. If elected, I will publish my councillors diary to the public after each month, so residents can see they are getting the honest and energetic representation I am promising. I will also disclose my campaign financial return prior to the election- on Monday the 14th March.

“I will make a difference by bringing integrity, commitment and energy to the role of councillor. I will hold fortnightly meetings across the division at various times and days to allow all residents the opportunity to meet with me. I will continue to publish bi-monthly newsletters and I will also bring back a focus on local people, local issues and local spending.

The people of division one tell me they want consultation. Whether it be for relatively small scale jobs such as playground upgrades and road maintenance

People make the mistake of thinking of The Greens as just an environmental party. We are much more than that. We are a party that really does stand up for social justice and the interests of all Australians. I’m already making a difference by openly declaring my party affiliation. Council elections have for too long maintained a charade of being “independent” or “above party politics”. That’s rubbish. In Division One there is only one candidate I’m reasonably convinced is actually an independent, the others are stalking horses for the LNP and ALP, or at the very least for big-money backers. The candidates with billboards and lots of signs have them because they are getting serious money into their campaigns. We’ve seen the farce that was Clive Palmer’s party spending its way into office, let’s hope that other candidates in this race actually come clean about who is holding their purse-strings.

I’m under no illusion – this is a very conservative electorate and The Greens are being massively

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or large scale projects that impact the entire region, the people want to have a say. I am honest, determined, young, enthusiastic and ready to serve the people. If elected I will push for a more transparent council that is open and honest about income and spending. The Draft Plan and recently approved Development Applications are yet another issue people are raising with an emphasis, once again, on consultation. The cost of living is the last main issue raised. Many residents in this division are on set or fixed incomes, therefore cost of living is immensely important to them. I would like to see a councillor elected to the board of UnityWater to better represent the interests of residents. The development process for the MBRC planning scheme lacked consultation and common sense. It failed to seek the opinion or feedback of residents with extensive knowledge of their local areas. One of my key priorities is a review of the current rate structure within MBRC. The maintenance of MBRC’s assets, liabilities and responsibilities should not, primarily or solely be, the financial burden of residents of these canals.”

outspent. But there is also a strong environmental and social justice base here. Bribie needs a second bridge, no question about that. If I’m elected I’ll be putting the planning practices of council under the microscope.

I’ll be exploring what powers council has to influence the outrageous charges of Unity Water – a classic example of the perils of privatisation. And I’ll be pushing for stronger enforcement of laws on 4WD beach access, the speeding of boats in Pumicestone Passage, and the taking of fish from marine park areas.

I’d like to see it reviewed to make sure it’s based on the science and the evidence, not on vested interests and ideology. Canal properties are expensive to buy and run, and the people who own them knew that going in. If there are extra costs to Council in maintaining them, it is just not reasonable to expect other people in the region to subsidise that work out of the general rates pool. So yes, I believe a levy is justified.

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Roz Vicenzino THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE THE PEOPLE’S VOICE Mobile: 0499 922 149 If you have any Questions please do not hesitate to Contact me. My door is always open. I want to address your problems. I care about you and what you want. Like me on Face book. Roz Vicenzino Councillor for Division 1.

I am funding my own campaign, I have not received donations from developers or other agenda groups.

I have worked in division 1 since 2008, and have a background in family business for over 25 years while raising 3 children and I am now a grandmother of 5, I know that family and small business are the backbone of the community and I promote small business and job growth within division 1. I have worked with people from all backgrounds of the community from small business and community groups, to government departments.

Division 1 candidate PAID ADVERTISEMENT Authorized by Michael Gibson 75 Avon Ave Banksia Beach Qld 4507

I stand for Fairness, Transparency in council, promoting community values and small business and a bigger slice of funding for division 1.

Enough is enough how much more money is going to be spent on the new rail link and Bee Gee’s way, while these are great things for the wider community, when will division 1 get greater funding for our foreshore areas, and beaches.

Meet Jason Snow

Meet Ros Vincenzino My name is Roz Vicenzino I am an Aboriginal mum of 3 successful adult children, a grandmother of 3 and 2 on the way. Until recently I have worked in our family business growing strawberries for 25 years. I have worked with cadets and youth since 2004 on Bribie Island and surrounding suburbs. I love our part of this world. As our first female Aboriginal councillor I will be available to meet people face to face to sort out problems not just flick them to a council department, I want to see a greater portion of council funds to our area, we’ve seen the southern area of Moreton get a $300 million rail line and now they want a university it’s time for us to have some real money spent on us. I will work with the residents face to face constructively and listen to those real concerns and do something about every issue. The main issues are Council are not listening to the people and what they want. One thing is that, I will

fight to see two councillors put on the unity water board to work for our interests and if they don’t represent us they can be voted out at the next election, currently we have no say, that’s got to change, because we own unity waters assets. The first thing I would do if I was elected would be a public Forum in each area with the residents, find out what they want, need and would like me to do for them. The revised flood plan is fairer to all Bribie the largest area affected is a sand island and water evaporates quickly hence there is more work to be done on it to get complete transparency. People who live on the canals should not have to pay a levy A) they pay more rates than dry blocks because of the increased unimproved value of the land. B) Council has collected the extra rates from these people over the last 30 to 40 years and spent very little on canal maintenance, why should they pay twice?

ENVIRONMENT: Protection of our parks and wildlife, looking after our waterways, and increasing the fight against mosquito’s. TOURISM: Night time food markets of the weekend. More camping areas. Reduction of permits for residents who live in the Moreton Bay Council areas to enjoy what we have to offer. PET REGISTRATION Getting rid of the set up costs and lowering the yearly price of pet registration for people who do the right thing.

INFRASTRUCTURE: Improving our roads and drainage, maintaining current council services to ratepayers. COST OF LIVING: Keeping rates as low as I can and increases need to be made to ensure that than do not exceed CPI. Maintain concessions for pensioners.

FAMILIES: Introducing a picnic area with a stage area for local artists to perform, and a water park that can be turned on during warmer months. Disabled swings included in more of the parks with proper shade coverings.

Disabled ramps accessing our beachers so those with a

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disability can also enjoy our beaches and Re-opening a Youth Centre to keep our kids off the streets. I plan to make a difference by being honest and upfront, taking responsibility for my actions and the actions of the council and proving feedback to the community or individuals whether it is good news or bad. I believe that council main problems is that they seem to be making really important decisions without proper consultation.

The Canal Levy. On the surface it appears to me to be a very unfair “levy” that is why I would like to take up the challenge and represent them once I know all the facts. I am running as an Independent because I actually do want to make a change for now and for the future. In doing it this way I am not going to be anyone’s puppet directing me on the way I should act and do things. The only people who should be controlling me is you the ratepayers in the Division 1 area.

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92.7 Mix FM and Empire Touring are excited to announce the inaugural MIX FM LIVE concert featuring a dozen of the biggest acts of the 70s, 80s and 90s coming together for one night only at the Sandstone Point Hotel on Saturday 21 May, 2016.

MIX FM LIVE will be three hours of hits and memories with twelve of Australia’s most well-loved 70s, 80s and 90s hit makers gracing the stage and taking a whole generation back to a time when rock ‘n roll was a way of life and there wasn’t a camera phone in sight. There’s sure to be a whole lot of reminiscing and more than a few singalongs from the enthusiastic crowd.

“I can’t wait to see all these Aussie legends in one place at such an awesome venue, the Sandstone Point Hotel!” Mark (92.7 MIX FM Breakfast) “This is the best possible venue to see live acts! I just hope I don’t embarrass myself when people realise I know every word to every song!” – Caroline (92.7 MIX FM Breakfast) Without further ado, the legendary artists set to rock the Sandstone Point Hotel for MIX FM LIVE are (drum roll please) …

When he was 16 he inveigled his way into a Sydney hotel to hang out with the Rolling Stones. From that day on, RICHARD CLAPTON knew he was going to be a rock star.

It’s now almost 50 years since that fateful day -years filled with a lifetime of incredible experiences, outrageous good times and a catalogue of iconic and timeless songs.

Through the glory years of rock ‘n’ roll, in cities as varied as London, Berlin, Sydney, Los Angeles and Paris, Richard forged his own career and built up a significant body of work while living, loving and partying with the biggest names in the Australian and international music world. For 40 years, Richard Clapton has been, above all else, a songwriter-a wry observer of human behaviour and an astute commentator on the Australian condition. His best songs- Deep Water, The Best Years of Our Lives, Goodbye Tiger, Glory Road, Lucky Country, Girls on the Avenue, Trust Somebody and Capricorn Dancer - capture the essence of this country and the meaning of our lives like few others.

THIRSTY MERC are an Australian pop rock band formed in 2002 by Rai Thistlethwayte (vocals, guitar, keyboards), Phil Stack (bass guitar), Karl Robertson (drums), and Matthew Baker (guitar). Thirsty Merc have released 4 albums: Thirsty Merc (August 2004), Slideshows (April 2007), Mousetrap Heart (June 2010) and Shifting Gears (September 2015). The band have sold over 200,000 albums, toured extensively around Australia, and received national radio airplay for their tracks. Their smash hit In the Summertime is the theme song of TV Show Bondi Rescue and hits like 20 Good Reasons, The Hard Way and now their latest hit the Good Life are radio and fan favourites.

MOVING PICTURES’ seminal debut album, Days of Innocence, came ut in October, 1981 and went to No. 1 in February the following year. In January 1982 they released their single, What About Me, which reached No. 1 here in Australia, No. 29 on the American Billboard Hot 100 and appeared on the associated year-end Hot 100 list for 1983. In October 1983 MOVING PICTURES released their second album, Matinee, reaching No. 16 with their non-album single, Never, appearing on two major motion picture soundtracks – Footloose and Hot Rod. By the end of 1987, the group had disbanded, reuniting again in 2005, 2011 and 2013. Lead singer, Alex Smith, has been living in the UK for the past 21 years where he works in special needs education using music to help children with profound and complex needs to communicate.

EUROGLIDERS took the charts by storm in the 1980s. Audiences were blown away, and Grace Knight captivated fans with her ‘manic ballerina’ stage persona. In 1984, Eurogliders released their album This Island, which spawned their No. 2 hit single, Heaven (Must Be There). Heaven also peaked at No. 21 on the United States Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, and appeared on the Hot 100. Another Australian top ten album, Absolutely, followed in 1985, which provided three further top ten singles, We Will Together, The City of Soul and Can’t Wait to See You. Grace and Bernie, along with their superb band, have reunited to once again captivate audiences with their sophisticated and high-energy brand of pop.

Choirboys led by charismatic front-man MARK GABLE formed on Sydney’s Northern Beaches in 1979. They were soon scooped up by legendary producer George Young from the Easybeats for Alberts Music. Their first album spawned the hits “Never Gonna Die” and “Boys in the Band”, but it wasn’t until 1987 that they realised the classic rock anthem Run to Paradise which is the 11th highest selling single of the 80s. That song propelled them to legendary stays in Australia and the embarked on many sell out pub tours of their own as well as bills with The Angels, Cold Chisel, Bon Jovi, Deep Purple and Def Leppard. To this day Mark performs the classic “Run To Paradise” and a singalong is 100% guaranteed.

When GANGgajang’s beloved friend and bass player Chris Bailey passed away in 2013, four original members Cal Callaghan, Buzz Bidstrup, Geoff Stapleton and Robbie James made a pact to continue on as Chris had wished to celebrate 30 years since the band began. GANGgajang released its first single, Gimme Some Lovin’ in

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November 1984, reaching the top of the charts in early 1985. Shortly after, their self-titled debut album gained the number one spot in Perth and Brisbane with their quirky anthem Sounds of Then (This Is Australia) quickly finding a place on mainstream radio across Australia. Four classic albums followed including the cult Quiksilver film Mad Wax soundtrack, a retrospective DVD, and countless tours of Australia and Brazil. The band eagerly looks forward to its 30th year celebration.

WENDY MATTHEWS is an honorary Aussie having been born in Canada and moved to Australia to sing back-up vocals at the invitation of Glenn Shorrock for his 1983 Australian tour. That 6 week visit became rather extended as Wendy found herself in demand as a session vocalist and singing jingles. She sang on albums by Jimmy Barnes, Richard Clapton, Tim Finn and Icehouse. After singing backing vocals on Models’ 1985 album Out of Mind, Out of Sight, she became a regular vocalist for the band. Wendy, along with The Models’ Sean Kelly and James Valentine, Garry Gary Beers of INXS, Roger Mason and Mick King formed the all-star Absent Friends and Wendy featured as lead vocalist on I Don’t Wanna Be with Nobody but You which reached No. 4 on the ARIA Singles Chart. Wendy now enjoys a solo career. Her soulful sound and crystal clear vocals helped make tracks like Token Angels, Let’s Kiss (Like Angels Do) and The Day You Went Away become huge hits for this multiple ARIA Award winner.

PSEUDO ECHO formed in 1982, releasing their first album, Autumnal Park, in 1984 which skyrocketed the band to household name status across the country. Their second album, Love an Adventure, spawned another string of hits including its title track, Don’t Go, Try, Living in a Dream and their remake of the Lipps, Inc. song Funkytown, which brought the group their biggest international success and spent seven weeks at No. 1 in Australia from December 1986. In 2012 PSEUDO ECHO celebrated their 30th anniversary and this year released their sixth studio album, Ultraviolet.

Known for enduring hits such as That’s When I Think of You, Compulsory Hero, ‘To Love Me, Scars, Don’t Forget Me, and, of course, If I Could, 1927 made a devastating entry into the ears of its listeners with the Quintuple Platinum selling album …ish in 1988, which earned the band a slew of ARIA Awards as well as a lot of fans along the way. Following up …ish with the multi-platinum second album The Otherside, a self-titled third album, and countless live shows at home and abroad, the last couple of decades have certainly earned 1927 legendary status. Not content to rest on their laurels, after more than ten years, 1927 released a new studio album Generation i last year. It may just be the band’s finest album yet.

SHARON O’NEILL is known for her brilliant song-writing and electrifying live performances, which have helped her build a sold fan base. Originally from New Zealand, Sharon relocated to Australia for the release of her first album “Words” in 1980 and went on to release numerous albums, three of which made it into the top ten of the Australian charts. SHARON O’NEILL is most well known for her Australasian hit single, released in 1983 Maxine which reached 16 on both the Australian and New Zealand Charts. SHARON O’NEILL can also boast winning the ‘Top Female Vocalist’ Award at the New Zealand Music Awards for three years running (1978, 1979, 1980).

Originally formed for a one off show in 1986, THE CHANTOOZIES amassed quite the following and went on to tour Australia extensively. They achieved great success with their original material Wanna Be Up, Kiss And Tell, Walk On and covers of Witch Queen, He’s Gonna Step on You, Love the One You’re With and I’ll Be There; all top 20 hits reaching platinum and gold sales. Throughout the 80’s and 90’s they shared the stage with many of Australia’s biggest acts and supported international act Billy Joel for an Australia wide 38 show tour. After taking time out to pursue their individual careers the girls reunited for ‘The 25 years of Mushroom Music’ in 1998, the ‘Countdown Spectacular’ tour in 2006 and again in 2012 when they supported Rick Astley on his Australian tour. THE CHANTOOZIES released their first new recording in 23 years in 2014, a cover of the Promises hit Baby It’s You. John ‘SWANEE’ Swan is a blue blood of the Australian rock scene. In 1978 he released his first album ‘Into The Night’ but SWANEE’S first major chart success was a great rendition of Tim Hardin’s If I Were A Carpenter from the album ‘This Time It’s Different’. Success with the next two singles from the album immediately followed.

Lady What’s Your Name and Temporary Heartache both screamed straight up the charts. SWANEE played all over the country, winning new fans wherever he went.

He built a reputation as one of the best and most respected rock n roll singers in the country. Along came the Party Boys self-titled album which went number one in 3 weeks thanks to the success of the number one single He’s Gonna Step On You Again and two top 10 hits Hold Your Head Up and Gloria. SWANEE is a classic Australian rock artist with a bluesy feel and a voice that never disappoints much to the delight of his loyal fans Australia-wide! If you want to understand SWANEE’s story, all you have to do is listen to his new album, One Day at a Time.

Tickets for MIX FM LIVE go on sale on Monday 29th February @ 9am and are expected to sell FAST so don’t miss out on your opportunity to see these Australian legends on stage at this awesome venue!

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With the news that a Radjah Shelduck has landed on Buckley’s Hole, birdwatchers in the area are atwitter!

Radjah Shelduck - Tadoma Radjah.

Also known as the Burdekin Duck, the Radjah Shelduck is an extremely rare visitor to Bribie Island. News travels fast in the birding world so I took myself down to Buckley’s Hole in the hope of seeing and perhaps photographing our nomadic friend. As luck would have it when I arrived at the hide it was foraging for food close to edge of the hole about 5 meters from the hide.

It did not seem to mind my presence so I was able to observe its feeding habits as well as taking a few photographs. As it waded in the shallow muddy water swinging its head from side to side in the water it was picking up such morsels as molluscs, insects and algae using its bill as a filter. To obtain worms, it stamped its feet in the mud to bring them to the surface.

It remained for about 10 minutes, then swam off to the middle of the pond.

Radjah Shelducks are not normally found that much south of Rockhamp-

Foraging for Food.

ton, so it is amazing that this bird has found its way to Bribie Island. At the time of writing this, it had been in residence for over a week; so it will be interesting to see how much longer it will remain.

Their normal habitat is the wet tropics of Northern Coastal Australia. From central Queensland to the Kimberlys, sometimes they are found inland, during the wet season.

They are a rather large duck weighing about 1 kg, with a chestnut band across the breast, white neck and belly, dark wings and pink bill, legs and feet.

At nesting time they usually find a hollow in a tree close to water and a food supply. The only adornment to the nest is feathers which are down plucked from their own bodies. They mate for life, the female lays from eight to fourteen cream coloured eggs which take about 28 days to hatch. Both parents take responsibility in caring for their young, which soon leave the nest after hatching, heading for the water to clean themselves. Males protect the nest and ducklings from predators.

Conservation status, is of least concern, they are fully protected in all states.

Digging in the mud

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Bribie 4 x 4

By Deb Neill

Not everyone has a 4 x4 or access to one so I thought that I would show you a few photos of Bribie that you may never get to see.

As you would be well aware, the Island is a beautiful recreational area with much to see and do.

There is a track that leads North from Whitepatch which is 4 x4 accessible only and besides being used to get to Poverty Creek, Gagllagher’s Point , Mission Point and Lime Pocket, it will take you up through the centre of the Island to the Northern access track and eventually coming out onto the surf beach at Lighthouse Reach and Fort Bribie.

Gallagher’s Point and Lime Pocket are small camp grounds with no facilities. Beautiful views though and worth checking out.

Poverty Point and Gallagher’s are more civilized with micro-flush toilets, picnic tables and fireplaces.

A great place to camp or spend the day.

Fort Bribie was built in WWII to protect the main shipping channel into Brisbane from the Japanese. The remains of the fort are still there today and are worth checking out. Please be aware that many people use these areas and unfortunately some people have left behind their rubbish including broken glass. You will also find as you drive down the beach that there are bunkers and gun towers hidden behind the sand dunes.

Driving along the sand tracks there are often different native plants flowering and wildlife to been seen. Way too many for me to name.

I have seen Emu’s, Kangaroos, Goannas and many birds of prey along the way, there are Sea eagles, Brahminy kites , Whistling kites and Osprey. Between 10,000 and 15,000 migratory shorebirds visit this area in the summer months.

Wetland resources are essential for their survival. They rest and refuel,

Poverty Creek Camping area

even have waterlilies growing in them.

Aside from four wheel driving, there are many camps to enjoy along the surf side and fishing is always a favourite pastime. Lagoons dotted along the sand dunes are a great place to stop for a picnic or maybe swim for the kids, providing a safe shallow place for the day. Casting a line in at one of these isn’t a bad idea either, I for one have seen a giant Flathead caught at Second Lagoon in very shallow water.

If you happen to be lucky enough to be at one of the lagoons on

Bunker situated at the northern end of the beach

a day that is breaks through to the ocean, you had better be on the south side. I remember a day when there were many 4 x 4’s stranded on the wrong side of the beach, the water broke through the sand as a trickle and ended as a raging torrent for quite a few hours. So, if you are lucky enough to have or borrow a 4x4 to explore our beautiful Island: Preparation is the key to having a great day out on Bribie 4 x 4 tracks.

First thing is to obtain a beach permit, carry water and food; pack some sunscreen and a map.

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One of many water holes

One of many water holes

Driving North up Woorim beach

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Lighthouse Reach picnic area

feeding on yabbies, worms, pipis and other small animals that are sensitive to changes in water quality. They leave around April, flying tens of thousands of kilometres to breeding areas in Alaska, China and Siberia. These too can be seen on the Passage side of the Island.

I am told that Brumbies can be seen too. Waterholes and billabongs along the way are always a good spot to see birdlife and some

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Bribie Island Boxing Shannin Lamb, Bribie

Leon Geldeonhuys N.S.W Ty Gilchrist & the Bribie Island Boxing club hosted its 20th tournament on the weekend held at the Bribie Surf Club.

It was another entertaining night with action from start to finish.

14 fights on the night included 7 Bribie boxers and coach Ty Gilchrist couldn’t be more proud of his fighters performance.

James Torres fight could not be split after their 4 round contest. So they move on to a final 1 minute sudden death round but James was just beaten in the final seconds by his willing opponent.

Shannon Lamb out worked his fit and strong opposition winning a comfortable

points decision.

Elijah Sa’lesui won first round KO. Jaxson Mckellar had a tough fight but found his range in the 3rd round to win points.

Jesse Bailey Boxed in an exhibition fight against experienced professional fighter Waylon Law. Jesse held more than his own and put up a good fight over there 5x3 minute contest.

Mako Roberts boxed and listened well to outscore her respectable opposition.

And Paul Hollinger used good foot work and his reach to win unanimously.

Ty would like to thank the Bribie Island surf club, all sponsors, fighters, helpers and the local community for making the night another successful event.

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A Fishing Shack on Bribie By the early 20th Century Brisbanites wanted to escape the summer heat and looked to both ships and trains to get them to destinations where they could enjoy clean air, the sun, the bush, and a chance to forget their cares.

his fishing shack on Toorbul Street around 1912. The land was purchased in November 1912 for £6.10 when the land in the Bongaree Township was first offered for sale.

Bill constructed a shack consisting

by sail-boat and by 1883 by the steam-boat Mavis to Brisbane.

Bill met his future wife Florence Assen at Campbellville. His future father-in-law Frank also worked at

For many, the camping crowd was the attraction with its close quarter socialising but for some having their own private weekender became more than a dream.

While the wealthy always had the means to maintain substantial holiday houses, the middle and working class also saw the benefits of having their own home away from home. Under many guises, beach shacks, weekenders and

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Spondered by the Bribie Islander

holiday excursions. Two of his near neighbours on Toorbul Street were from the Campbell family.

Bill was employed by Campbell’s Sawmill for some 50 years and the missing fingers on his left hand was a silent reminder of the hardships of the day working in a sawmill. His son Charles (Chick) continued the family tradition of working at the Mill and when he retired after 41 years of service it ended almost 100 years of the Robins family’s association with the company - not counting his maternal grand-father’s (Frank Assen) employment at Campbellville.

Many came to Bribie Island to appreciate the recently discovered joys of the beach. The beach had come to symbolise the Australian way of life, with its freedom and pleasures of swimming and fishing.

With the purpose-built excursion steamship, the SS Koopa, arriving in 1912 Bribie Island became a ‘mass experience’ style of holiday destination. The shores of Pumicestone Passage became a virtual city of white tents as many thousands of campers disembarked for their week-end, Easter or Christmas holidays.

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The Cottage - circa 1940

of only one room, with a covered cooking area outside, but over time it became a cottage as it was extended to include two bedrooms and sleepout, a bathroom and a tiny kitchen.

Bill was born in Cleveland in 1867 and he began his association with Bribie Island when he was employed by James Campbell & Sons at their sawmill at Campbellville. The sawmill was es-

the Mill and had a leasehold property at Coochin Creek. In 1890 they married at Caboolture and moved to Stoneleigh Street, Albion to be near his employers who had relocated the Campbellville mill, the same year, to Albion. The ever-expanding railway had changed the way timber was transported and Campbellville was abandoned.

James Campbell & Sons leased 12 acres of land at Bongaree and be-

The little fishing cottage is still in the Robins’ family having passed to Chick who left it to his two daughters – Rita and Joan. Joan remembers her mother Sarah producing hot chicken dinners with all the trimmings on the wood stove in the cottage, with a hot plum pudding produced at Christmas.

She also recollects her mother boiling the holiday sheets and towels in the copper and rinsing them in a tin basin as the washing had to be dried before returning home on the Koopa. “Holidays were never boring on Bribie” said Joan,” we

Sarah Robins Outside the Cottage - circa 1940 Bribie Fishing Shack

holiday cottages began to dot the Australian coast line. Having your own beach shack gave an independence to the holiday experience.

No longer did you have to put up with intrusive camping neighbours or any larrikins who might upset a peaceful holiday.

A fibro or wooden shack didn’t imply social distinctions, there usually were not many extras, but it was your own place. There were many such shacks built on Bribie Island, though not many are left now, but one little fishing shack in Bongaree has the distinction of still being owned by the same family.

William (Bill) Joseph Robins built

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tablished in 1881 on the banks of Coochin Creek and the milled timber (from the Blackall Ranges) was rafted down the creek to the Bribie Passage then taken firstly

William Robins

came co-directors of the Brisbane Tug & Steamship Company who bought the Koopa, built the jetty, and opened Bribie Island to tourism. Bill, as an employee, obviously took the opportunity to come to Bribie Island with his family on

Bill, Chick, Rita and Sally Robins - circa 1940

had great fun meeting up with the children from the camp sites and Bongaree was our playground”.

Both families love Bribie Island and spend as much time as they can at the family cottage. Joan and husband Jeff Barber carry on Bill & Chick’s love of fishing bringing home many a catch that leave other fisherman shaking their heads in disbelief.

Happys Cafe and Arcade opened its doors on the 1st of December 2015, with a gourmet cafe menu, delicious homemade baked goods and specialty coffee all at affordable competitive prices.

Happys staff have a high level of friendly customer service and will greet you with a smile as soon as you walk in the door. We pride ourselves on making your dining experience just that, an experience. We want our customers to sit back enjoy the view and relax while our dedicated team serve them with high quality gourmet food and coffee all with a friendly face and smile.

Happys Cafe and Arcade is situated along the picturesque Bongaree waterfront next door to the Book shop.

Happys has a very homely retro feel to it as soon as you walk in with the option of dining indoor or outdoor overlooking Brennan Park. We are pet friendly with water available for your precious fur babies. Happys offer 7 different Arcade games including two retro game tables with 60 retro games on each so that you can relive some of your old time favourites. Our Dirty Harry pinball machine offers a high score tally, so why not come in and try your skills and knock our chef off the leaderboard!

Happys Cafe has so much to offer with delicious treats handmade in store by our talented cake fairy, along with her tasty homemade fruit bread which goes perfectly with our homemade organic

Happys Honey! Hidden behind the counter is our very own secret burger menu for those die hard burger fans, please ask in store for details. Trent also offers his own specialty homemade Bacon Jam as an option for any burger. Our Authentic 8 hour slow cooked Greek Lamb Souvlaki is a very popular item along with our Bob Sliders which are a favourite with the kids or as a light snack. Happys also offers scrumptious sourdough with smashed avocado and feta or our homemade bruschetta. Our breakfast options are also a popular hit especially our eggs benedict. There are so many options to choose from on our extensive gourmet cafe menu, come in and please your taste buds today!

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The Team at Mayyada Bazaar are joining in this year’s World’s Greatest Shave. The biggest inspiration behind this decision was Leanne’s mum being diagnosed with cancer late last year. She has since starting her long journey, including chemotherapy treatments, and consequently lost her hair. Leanne said, ‘It becomes very real when someone you love is touched with this awful thing. Mum has remained happy & positive from the first diagnosis, even to losing her hair.

She is amazing’. Team Mayyada are all very proud to be a part of this awesome fundraising event, and

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Team Mayyada are holding their ‘shave day’ on Sunday, 13th March, at Mayyada Bazaar, First Avenue, Bongaree. 10am – 1pm.

Shave event 11am. Please join them for a sausage sizzle, raffles, and of course, see the brave heads being shaved!! Leanne’s Mum will be attending on the day, and will be the ‘holder of the clippers’ to shave Leanne’s head!! ‘We can’t do this alone, we need as much help as we can get to make this day a success, so please come and support us.’

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Some species of birds and wasps are their main predators. The wasps land on the edge and alert the spider by shaking the web. The spider is then lured to the edge where the wasp pounces and takes it away to be paralysed and stored for food for their young. If danger threatens the Golden Orb Weavers will vibrate their webs to hopefully deter intruders.

Golden Orb Weavers do not often bite humans. If you are unlucky enough to receive a nip the symptoms are usually very mild. If you happen to walk into one of the webs it is best to walk backwards thus saving yourself from becoming entangled in the sticky silk.

Another common backyard spider is the Silver Orb Weaver (Leucauge granulate) also known as the Horizontal Orb Spider.

This is because the webs are often built horizontally. The Silver Orb with long silver bodies and very long legs is smaller than the Golden Orb. Because of their long legs their webs are widely spaced.

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Little Red Flying Fox

By Deb Neill

LITTLE RED FLYING FOX

(Pteropus scapulatus)

Every evening the skies over Bribie and surrounding districts are blacked with Little Red Flying-Fox bats. There are quite a few colonies around the area and I recently visited one at Clayton Park Bellara. This is an area set aside for wildlife originally planted by the Bribie and District Wildlife Rescue, Bribie Island Environmental Protection and Moreton Bay Regional Council groups.

There were what seemed to be thousands upon thousands of little bats hanging from trees. As nocturnal as they are there is a never ending chorus of screeching and chattering from the little bats.

I wondered to myself, “What would it be like to live across the road from all this activity?”

Either you are a nature lover and love to see the Little Red Flying Fox or you could very well be totally annoyed at the entire situation. Let me know what you think for the next edition of The Bribie Islander. Deb Neill Some facts about the Little Red Flying Fox taken from The Wildlife preservation Society of QLD.

Little red flying-foxes are the most widespread species of megabats in Australia and the only species of Australian flying-fox that regularly roosts in clusters – up to 30 have been seen hanging together in a tight bunch. The weight of their clusters can cause severe damage to their roost trees.

Little red flying-foxes are nomadic and their movements depend on food resources.

Peters first described the little red flyingfox in 1862, from a specimen collected on Cape York.

Description • Little red flying-foxes vary in colour from reddish brown to light brown, and there are patches of light, creamy, brown fur where the wing membrane and shoulder meet.

• Head is covered with greyish fur and, in some forms found in northern Queensland, grey fur continues down the back.

• Wings are brown and semi-transparent when seen flying during the day. This helps identify the species.

• Average weight 300–600g • Head-body length125–200mm Habitat • Broad range of habitats that includes semi-arid areas to tropical and temperate eucalypt forests, paperbark swamps and monsoon forests.

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• Little red flying-foxes form large camps for mating that can include up to 100,000 individuals.

• Mating occurs November–January,

Little Red Flying Fox Distribution in Australia Home range • Only travel 20–30km from camp to feed Distribution • Little red flying-foxes from Shark Bay in Western Australia round the north coast to Queensland and south to northern Victoria.

• Have been recorded in South Australia.

• As nomads they range a long distance inland, depending on the availability of flowering trees.

Threats In order of severity • Habitat loss • Powerlines • Barbed-wire fences – little red flyingfoxes fly low and are frequently caught on fences only a metre or so off the ground • Listed as Lower Risk Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

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Food • Prefer nectar – especially eucalypt, bloodwood and angophera nectar.

• Will eat fruit, sap and insects and cultivated fruit when other resources are unavailable.

Behaviour • In northern Australia, little red flyingfoxes sometimes leave their roost sites before dark and feed during the day on overcast wet season days.

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This month’s glorious Solar Eclipse is a culmination of the March Dark of the Moon! For mystics, psychics and sensitives, this is a most exciting time during which it becomes easier to see through the veil that separates this world from the invisible, etheric realm that exists alongside it. For artists, writers, composers and other creatives, these celestial circumstances facilitate greater receptivity to inspiring ideas. Soon, even those who consider themselves ordinary folk, coping with ordinary difficulties, will have moments when extraordinary solutions reveal themselves.

CANCER (June 23 - July 23) This month’s Solar Eclipse may not be visible all over the Earth but the symbolic influence will be felt in the heart of every Cancerian. Here comes a chance to discover your full power to change the world for the better and help someone overcome a problem. You are due to do well. You are set to succeed. You need not fear the consequence of asserting yourself. Someone has been wielding too much power. Mistakes have been made. Regrettable consequences have ensued.

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ARIES (March 21 - April 20) They say, ‘travel broadens the mind.’ But what if the mind is already so broad that it doesn’t need to travel?

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This may not involve physically, going anywhere. It may be that at the crux of whatever you discover is the sweet, simple, idea that you are fine where you already are. There is nothing wrong with contentment, no shame in being able to say, ‘I’m glad of who I am and where my life is going.’ These may yet, soon, be statements you can make with conviction. In March, the power of the planets can change your life. Call 1900 959 005.

LEO (July 24 - August 23) ‘The darkest hour, comes just before the dawn’. Often too, a loss precedes a victory. If, this month, you find yourself dealing with a situation you would prefer not to be facing, don’t see this as an omen of more to come. It is a positive portent. It suggests that the worst part of a process is over and now, having cleared up a mess, you are due to reap a reward. Sometimes we find our greatest inner-strength only after we have first confronted our secret weakness. You are due to do so well this month. Be ready for the magic on offer to you in March. Call me: 1900 959 005.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) We set our sights on ambitious objectives, then wonder why our lives contain so much stress and strain. Would it not all be so much easier if we aspired to less? I ask, not to dissuade you from a plan but to remind you that if, this month, you find the going arduous, it may all be for a worthwhile reason. Already, this year, you have taken brave steps in a new direction and set important changes in motion. Now, just as you start to wonder if you have the stamina for the rest of the campaign, you start to get help and support. March brings great potential for change. I’ll explain. Call 1900 959 005.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) You do so much for so many people - and not because you expect the favour to be returned. You act out of the goodness of your heart, because you are kind, you care, you cannot bear to see injustice and you yearn to right every wrong. Even if others are selfish, you are very kind. You may think nobody else has noticed this

GEMINI (May 22 - June 22) How smart are you? How quick? How clever? We all,

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CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Expert opinion varies about the length of time during which a planet can be considered ‘stationary’. The technical definition is ‘never for long’ but there is a ‘to all intents and purposes’ definition that can extend, at least in the case of your slow-moving ruler Saturn, to the best part of a month. If it is an optical illusion, does it matter? Yes - because it is deeply symbolic. March is when you finally get to grips with something that has been moving too fast and causing great frustration. At last, you bring it under control.

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LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) ‘Nothing ventured, nothing gained.’ People usually trot out this statement when they want to justify active intervention in an unsatisfactory slow process. Many of us though, fail to recognise how useful, even precious, ‘nothing’ can be. The right kind of ‘nothing’ can be worth far more than the wrong kind of something.

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AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) If, in March, you feel as if the wind has been taken out of your sails, don’t assume the cosmos is no longer your friend and protector. It is - but it knows how much you need a helping hand and it knows too how people can be hard to assist when they are too busy trying to do things the way they think they should be done. A dip in your energy level plus a doubt about your direction, is all the chink in your armour that a heavenly hand requires if it is to assist you. Watch and be amazed as a problem turns into an asset! Your in-depth forecast for the whole of March can really help.

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SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Other astrologers frequently urge caution. ‘Watch for this,’ they say, ‘beware of that.’ As you may have noticed, I prefer to take a different tone. We should learn to conquer our fears, not let ourselves become victims of them. This month you will do best if you summon your inner-steel, withstand a source of anxiety and refuse to succumb to an unnecessary worry. If a potential problem needs to be shown respect, be wary, but not too wary! Be steady and safe but don’t slow to a standstill. Your outlook is surprisingly good. Your in-depth forecast for March is ready. Call 1900 959 005.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December) Farmers and gardeners know that positive processes need to take their time. Rarely can we change anything in an instant. Sagittarians find such ideas hard to accept. You like to make decisions one moment and see the results soon after. It so happens that this month, at least, the possibility of just such rapid progress arises. You can’t alter everything in the blink of an eye but you have recently identified a key factor which can be adjusted. To this, there will be long-term advantages as well as short-term rewards.

PISCES (February 20 - March 20) How hopeful is your outlook in March? Let’s just say that you need not rely on a birthday present to lift your spirits. Or, rather, you will get a present but it will be one of a cosmic kind. A solar eclipse in your sign implies an immense, imminent, advantage; a decisive moment where a line is drawn under the past and the doorway to a brighter future is thrown invitingly open.

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IT’S PLAYTIME Autumn greetings Bribie Islanders. I am sure my sentiments are not alone in welcoming a cool change this season. ‘Tis been a hot one!

Yet our endurance – and in fact not just endurance but indeed pleasure- throughout our long, hot Summer weather is what we proud Down-Underians are renowned for. I say, let us not only look toward the next season with hope for a fresh wind but also harvest all the potential for good memories in this last little bit of the Summer season.

You’d think, concerning the art of celebration, that by the by as we grow and learn and mature we’d become better with age. But to be honest, I think we loose it. Not by our own volition, but by the processes of what we believe ‘being mature’ to be. Perhaps we’d like to think we know how to enjoy ourselves and have a good time but I find more often than not the fun we partake in is but a pleasure that drifts away just as easily as it came and not only that is leaves us worse off. I am determined ,though, to go back to play-school and learn what it means to have real fun again: joy that lasts. As I said, anything else is either unsatisfactory or ,well, leaves a bad after-taste.

Children are master experts of the art of play.

I have no doubt it’s an in-built instinct of theirs to be able to detect their nearest source of fun and squeeze every last drop of ‘good-time’ they can get out of it. What’s more, what they find fun is like an all-round multivitamin! Let us reminisce for a second about all the good ol’ games we used to play as children. There’s building blocks (or Leggo for the later generations), dolls, tiggy, or any outside run-around games really, drawing and painting, sand-castle making, tea-parties, tree-climbing, story-time, marbles, (I won’t mention cowboys and Indians…), cards or pots and pans garage band! Just think, not only are these things relaxing/enjoyable/exciting but are so healthy for their whole being. And it was how we made friends for life and explored the world as well. To me this is what real fun is supposed

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to be. Real fun creates joy in the moment and the potential for is everlasting.

Seemingly though, as we grow, our senses obscure and what we class as a ‘good-time’ becomes confused. We get lured in by pleasures that promise joy but in actual fact only satisfy us for a nothing-of-a-time and leave us dead/ decaying or just plain well dumb. Literally. And unfortunately we all get played the fool with this one. But the good news is we have a choice, and though it can be hard on our selfish nature to want to be gratified without having to think decisions through, it is most definitely worth it.

Why? Because you are choosing life. And the more life you choose, the more life you have to enjoy yourself!

We forget how to have fun. But like with most things, if you look at how kids do life, we can really learn to do things properly again. Close your eyes for a second. Do you remember how to play? Do you remember how to imagine and dream and create? How about building things, (or tearing them down!). What about exploring!

When was the last time you went exploring? Or went on an adventure. Or just went outside. When was the last time you learnt something new? Or shared with friends, or sung a song? I seriously don’t believe you’re never too old to play. We were made to play! We are worth more than choosing ‘past-times’ that leaves us empty and worse off. Get to know yourself again and what really makes you happy. The potential for all the amazing memories you’ll make and wonderful people you’ll meet along the way is out there for the taking. Like a gentlemen called Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. said, “Men do not quit playing because they grow old; they grow old because they quit playing.”

Take my hand, will you go back to play-school with me?

The Bribie Islanders’ Monthly Eating out Review

By Deb Neill

Having lived on The Island for 23 years this year, I can tell you that I have had the pleasure and sometimes not so pleasurable experience of dining in almost every establishment at one time or another here on Bribie. I am hoping to do a short review on a Restaurant or Café each month and direct you to the best food available here on Bribie and our closest neighbours. There are many places to choose from and weather you live here or just visiting, you deserve to know where the freshest and finest dining is.

You can call Richard 0425 477 639 for a chat to find out how to get your restaurant review.

Scoopy’s Ice creamery, as you would almost certainly know is quite famous for its Ice cream, but did you know they serve a variety of others meals including an all-day breakfast? I visited recently and much to my delight, I found I could have Eggs Benedict at any time of the day.

Scoopy’s is situated right at the entrance to the Jetty, providing a nice shady area to sit and relax, enjoy the passage view and all the water activities.

John is the head chef at Scoopys (yes Chef, not your average seaside café) and he is accompanied by two apprentices and 26 staff. Opening for breakfast at 6.30am and closing at 7pm, 7 days a week.

It’s a family atmosphere down here at Bongaree, Chef tells me the staff is treated like family and everyone who works here treated very well by the owners Dave and Karen. All the fresh ingredients come from our local fruiterers, supporting another family business Wrights Fruit Barn.

My partner ordered the eggs Bene, he could have a choice of Salmon, Spinach, Mushroom or Ham. Nice to have a variety to choose from, today it was Salmon and mushroom. Served on muffins with a lovely fresh salad on the side, a delightful meal for only $10.50. It will be a real challenge to find the same fresh quality that tastes so nice for that price.

I ordered the special of the Week, Tropical Prawns, 6 prawns, lightly crumbed with coconut resting on a banana mayonnaise, light rice noodle with mango, lime and coriander topped it all. This chef knows what he’s doing in the kitchen! It was truly delightful in every way. Fresh, fresh, fresh! I can’t believe the prices here, my meal Is on the

Eggs Benedict Tropical Prawns menu for $10.50 amazing value.

Next time you are thinking of dining out, I highly recommend Scoopys, I couldn’t be more happy with the friendly service and extensive menu, if you haven’t been for a while it’s time give them a try, I’m sure you will be very surprised by the quality and prices.

Spotlight on Fruit & Veg

By Wrights Fruit Barn

The heat has taken its toll shortening supplies of some vegetable favourites but there are plenty of other reasonably priced and cheap fresh produce items for your pantry.

mixed salad leaves, cucumber, eshallots and all herbs.

Most lettuce varieties have risen in price. Choose a fresh looking lettuce which is heavy for its size and store it in an airtight plastic bag in the refrigerator crisper.

The lingering summer blaze has pushed up the price of Asian vegetables, asparagus, beetroot, brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, fennel and leeks. Expect to pay a firm price for good quality capsicum although there are some cheaper options around for older stock.

It’s melon time of year, and both watermelon and rockmelon cheap.

Beans and pumpkin are cheap.

Parsnips, which prefer to grow in the cooler months of the year, are expensive. Scrub them well and trim the top and root before using them for cooking.

For the budget conscious, look for carrots, celery, eggplant, snow peas, silverbeet, sweet corn, zucchini, mushrooms and the hard lines, including onions, potatoes and sweet potatoes.

In the salad line, truss tomatoes are creeping up in price this week but other tomato varieties are reasonable, as are avocados,

Melon lovers may also like to try dragon fruit, a colourful, edible cactus that has melon-like features. Its cheap this week, along with lemons and limes, which when squeezed onto dragon fruit really lifts the taste.

Figs are cheap while bananas, oranges, pineapples, passionfruit and stonefruit are reasonable.

Expect to pay firm prices for good quality apples, with new season royal gala the best eating.

Average quality strawberries and better quality raspberries, blueberries and grapes are firmly priced, with green, sometimes called white, grapes the most popular pick. Try freezing small bunches and eating them frozen like miniature ice blocks.

Yellow pawpaw is expensive.

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Golden Age Day Respite Centre GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN 2016 2016 is a year of action and moving forward at Golden Age Day Respite Centre.

Our Young People with Disability group has commenced a new program of activities, The program is filling fast as the new program is popular with the young people in our area in need of this type of program. The program currently has limited vacancies, if you are interested or are aware of someone who could benefit from attending you are urged to contact the Centre as soon as possible.

This year the Golden Age Day Respite Centre is focusing on redeveloping the gardens, outdoor spaces and client access to these areas. These works will incorporate providing an outdoor space for activities and social gatherings for our Young People which will incorporate a safe mobility friendly space for basketball, table tennis, craft, outdoor lunches, gardening and growing ingredients for our

cooking program.

The development of a larger safer outdoor space for our clients who have dementia specific needs and prefer to be in the outdoors is also a priority for 2016. We hope to be able to provide clients with a familiar and comfortable outdoor environment which assists the client to be at ease while in our care. This will be facilitated by open pathways, large shady trees and a garden that is developed over time by the ideas and needs of those who use it.

We are in need of support from our local community to make these important works happen.

If you are interested in providing assistance through volunteer work, donations of materials or time the Centre Co-ordinator would love to hear from you.

If you would like to enquire about the content of this article or any aspect of our service please contact the Co-ordinator on 3408 2112

If you would like to enquire about the services provided by the Centre please contact the Co-ordinator on 3408 2112

Pet Care

DOG BITES - PART TWO

By Yvonne Bishop

Since writing the last article there was

toddlers. As a puppy a young child picked

part of her nose bitten of by Bull Arab x dog

the result was a painful, broken leg. He

The story alleges it was evening and she was

of them as a threat.

food lying around near the dog.

Animals including humans have a fear

As I wrote in part one no child should be

response. It is normal, natural behaviour

manageable then separate them. As a

the threat is insignificant if the dog feels

another dog attack. A five year old girl had

him up and accidently dropped him and

in her yard. The dog was owned by a visitor.

developed fear of small children and saw all

in the yard unsupervised whilst there was

reaction. It is called Flight, Fight or Freeze

left unsupervised with a dog. If this is not

to a perceived threat. Our perception of

parent I understand, it is hard to be vigilant

threatened, then it is real.

raised with German Shepherds. I child proof

Flight – means the dog will try and move

at all times with young children. Mine were the dog and I dog proof the children!

away from the threat. If a child approaches

It starts from puppies. Training and

must not follow.

no babies or children in the family then take

growl and if the threat does not go away

Teach them to sit calmly whilst strange

Freeze – this is where a dog will not move;

tasty treat. This will teach the puppy good

until the threat moves away.

calm. Never allow young children to pick

In the next article I will describe the body

the dog and he moves away, then the child

socialisation are two key factors. If there are

Fight – the dog will stand his ground, may

the puppy to places where they congregate.

may proceed to attack.

children pat them and even giving them a

he may roll onto his back and stay there

things come from children if they remain

up and carry puppies around. They can be

language and how to recognise if the dog is

easily dropped.

going to attack.

I knew an old mini foxie, very friendly

Happy training

and well trained except when it came to

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Yvonne

by Dr Jackie the Vet

Great Dog Walks of Bribie and Surrounds (part 2)

There are many spectacular walks at Sandstone Point, though these are all designated “on lead” dog walks. The walk following the coastal cliff stretches from the new Sandstone Point Hotel point all the way to Godwin Beach is well frequented by walkers, runners, serious bird watchers, dogs on-leash and even off road push bikes! This walk follows the top of the cliff and in places can be walked at the foot of the cliff along the beach. The complete walk takes at least 90 minutes one way. The beach at the foot of the cliff is mostly sandy and, at times, mangroves. The sandstone cliffs are truly beautiful and form unique rockforms in places.

Towards Godwin Beach there are a few unusual attractions; the “Tree of Lost Soles” has been progressively created by walkers and is a collection of washed-up shoes strung together by rope between the mangroves with views across Moreton Bay to Redcliffe. It is not uncommon to see giant dead sea turtles washed up on this stretch of beach (sadly). There is also a giant strangler fig which has been nicknamed the “Whomping

Willow” out of Harry Potter, to be seen on the walking trail between Godwin Beach and Kooringal Way Sandstone Point. Watch out for snakes at this time of year, especially Red-Bellied Blacks!

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Yet while exercise is proven to increase happiness, stability, independence, muscle tone, bone density, energy levels, sleep patterns and confidence, while reducing blood pressure, depression, stress, bodyfat, cholesterol, and the effects of dementia it does take up your precious time.

Everything, including watching TV programs about other people losing weight, are considered more important than a brisk walk or an exercise class three times a week, so many other things must be done to keep your life running smoothly that many people consider it too difficult to find time to make their body run smoothly, or walk briskly.

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increased exercise time!

And it’s 42 MINUTES OF MODERATE EXERCISE A DAY! But hang on what’s “moderate” and how do you know when you are achieving that level?

For a start wandering along with your dog stopping every 10mtrs for a sniff to check the pee-mails on a bush from the last dog is not moderate exercise.

Every day, at least twice a day, I hear reasons why someone is not exercising and one of the best reasons I’ve heard is “I tried exercise once but I became breathless and broke out in a sweat, so I figured I was allergic to it and haven’t done it since”. This level of exertion is what would be considered vigorous not moderate, and not because of the sweat but because of the “Breathless”.

Exercise levels can be measured using a Perceived Rate of Exertion, which simply means that you measure how you feel when exercising using a scale of 0-20, where 0 is laying on the sofa (sorry that is not an exercise, if it was a lot of us would be Sofa Olympians) while walking briskly, doing water aerobics or cycling could have you feeling that you are at level of 1114 and running up a hill would be at 18-20.

So level 11-14 is considered MODERATE and a way to judge a rate of Moderate Exertion is

that you ARE USUALLY ABLE TO HOLD A CONVERSATION DURING MODERATELY INTENSE ACTIVITIES. While during vigorous activities holding a conversation or saying more than a few words before stopping to take a breath is more difficult.

Please remember everybody’s body is different! It is YOUR LEVEL of intensity that YOU MUST WORK TO. A 20 year old sportsperson can run up 50 stairs for an hour and feel they worked at a moderate level, my 89 year old mum walks 16 stairs twice a day at her moderate level while my

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Many people call us lycra clad fools but until you have owned and ridden a bike do you realize the freedom that it gives. Being a polio victim and badly breaking my leg as a kid, contact sports were something that was put on the back shelf. However cycling and swimming were two things that I was more than competitive in.

When man invented the bike he reached the peak of his attainments.

Here we have machine of precision and balance for the convenience of mankind.

The more we use it the fitter our body becomes. Here is a product of man’s brain that is entirely beneficial to those who use it and of no harm to others.

The bike is the most efficient machine ever created as it converts calories into energy. A bike gets the equivalent of three thousand miles per gallon (Bill Strickland, The Quotable Cyclist). It get you to your journeys end and more and it must be remembered that there is the thin edge of danger to keep you alert.

When riding through Bribie, the sound of a car door opening in front of you gives them same adrenalin rush of hearing a gun being cocked. A bit like what do you call a cyclist without a helmet? An organ donor.

Like any piece of machinery bikes need a maintenance schedule. Gears need adjusting, bearings need to be checked / replaced, brakes need inspecting and chains need inspecting and replacing. I am a regular cyclist

and on a good month I can crank out about 1000 kilometers, and try to average around 500 – 600. Recently I had trouble with the gears not picking up on the front cogs. Diagnosis: The chain was 70% worn. This is something the average cyclist would not know and hence the need to have you bike checked over by and expert.

The biggest killer of bicycles here in SEQ is sand build up on your chain and gears. As the sand gets ground into the gears by the chain as it goes round. The chain is made of a softer metal than the gears thus wears more quickly. Believe it or not the average bicycle should have a chain replaced every year, more often if you are doing a lot of miles. If you leave a worn chain on a bike and even though you have cleaned the sand away… the worn chain will still slowly wear the gears as well.

Get some degreaser and flush out your gears and chain regularly, never use oil on your chain, use a dry lube. (It goes on wet then dries) Not as much sand and dirt will stick to dry lube, oil attracts it.

If you don’t have the time or inclination to do it yourself then take it regularly to a bike shop and they will gladly do the job for you, but it is a must to keep it clean.

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MORETON ISLAND The Bribie Winelander

By Philip Arlidge

Over sixty years ago a group of wine industry people got together at The Imperial Hotel Adelaide on Fridays to enjoy a lunch of fine food and wine.

Participants were encouraged to bring along a masked bottle to make the afternoon more interesting and it wasn’t long before other diners noticed this regular gathering and in 1954 the first Beef and Burgundy club was born and it was agreed that it would limit membership to thirty members and men only. There are now clubs all over the world, even in China and regular conventions with this year’s being held in Hobart. Several years ago there was an attempt to form a Bribie Island Chapter but was dropped because of lack of interest and venue to offer the quality of food required to make the whole process work. Nowadays the clubs meet more often bi monthly, although I do know of a couple of wine industry clubs around Perth meeting more regularly, as to keep the venture interesting and plan properly for the next event.

With proper planning it can be possible to involve someone interesting from within the industry and makes for a great night. Last week around thirty people (couples) from Bribie and surrounds got together at The Kai Restaurant to discuss the formation of a chapter here on the Island and it looks likely to start within the next couple of months. For further information, please contact Graham Brittenden on 0427 423 427 or aifagem@ bigpond.com and this club is open to couples and if you’re not a meat eater but love great wines then alternatives will be on offer.

I was having a chat about some good value wines to one member and mentioned about The Jacobs Creek Reserve which I believe when you can pick the wines up for around $10 is outstanding. He replied it wasn’t the same wines as years ago and he is probably right, but how many wines are? Very

few wines from Treasury Estates (Penfolds, Wynns, Seppelts, Wolf Blass etc.) or Accolade (Houghtons, Hardys, Leasingham etc.) would even come from the original vineyards, however as they have access to outstanding fruit the quality should still be as good. The original vineyards for Grange disappeared many years ago as Adelaide expanded and the land purchased for houses, yet it certainly hasn’t affected the value of the wine which now commands $650 per bottle for the current vintage and even more for back vintages.

We have discussed wines that can be bought for modest prices normally between $10 and $20 even lower sometimes such as The Bins 444 and 555 from Wyndham Estate where I believe many of our wines bought on special offer outstanding value.

However, there is a level above this where it also offers great value and outstanding drinking if you have the resources to appreciate such wines.

I was very fortunate when dealing with wineries from around the country that samples would appear on the doorstep weekly and also have access to friends within the industry that I could try some of these wines either for nothing or a fraction of their true value. We shall cover some of these later in the article.

A few years ago I visited a restaurant in Subiaco Perth and he showed me a sample left by a customer who dined there regularly from Melbourne.

On the label was the back of a naked beautiful lady, and the other the torso of a muscular guy, and the label was called Kleenskin which I thought was a terrific marketing idea based on Cleanskins which at that time were sweeping the country.

The wine obviously was not suitable for the restaurant but I contacted the winery in Victoria called Witchmount and after some toing and

making and marketing of the wines. They have a fine range of Australian and new grape varieties available through mail order and a small selection through the Dan Murphy stores. I would happily recommend any of these: Whites $17/30 Verdelho, Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino, Fiano and Chardonnay.

Rose Reds $18/70 Graciano, Tempranillo/Graciano, Malbec, Cabernet/ Shiraz/Malbec/Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Shiraz/Malbec.

Their flagship wines are The Old Adam Shiraz and The Walters Cabernet Sauvignon which normally sell for around $65.

I saw a bottle of Old Adam Shiraz in The Dan Murphy Of course the wine never made it back to Melbourne premium section the other day. They also carry The but by Friday night every cases had been sold out of Selkirk Shiraz and The Verdelho which are well worth his warehouse without any deals. By using the 256 seeking out. and this is so true: cases I received judicially I bumped the sales up to From wine, what sudden friendship springs!

2,000 cases with the other wines in his range so it was a win win situation for everyone. The Kleenskin Cheers, label never really took off but it wasn’t in the same Philip Arlidge price range as Cleanskins were and despite these arlidge@bigpond.com.au being a couple of outstanding wines I don’t think anyone else saw the funny side. froing got the agency for Western Australia. The Witchmount Winery is situated out at Plumpton Victoria and I decided to visit to see what was on offer and to my surprise the three main reds, The Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Merlot and Shiraz had a swag of medals on the label. After trying them I thought the least awarded, The Shiraz, was outstanding but Tony expressed a desire to do a great deal on the wine as he had about thirty pallets (1920 cases) stuck in his warehouse so I took four pallets off his hands. This was on a Saturday so the wine duly left for Perth on the Tuesday to arrive Friday and it was on the Thursday I received a phone call from asking if he could have the wine back as it had just won the trophy at a wine show in France, The Syrah Du Monde for the best Shiraz in the world!

The range of wines I suggest you consider this month are from The Langhorne Creek District of South Australia. The Name of the vineyard is Bremerton which I picked up on a visit in the mid-nineties after staying with them for a couple of nights. The vineyard lies on the banks of the River Bremer which has been known to flood leaving the great soils that produce outstanding wines. Craig tells of the time his cellar was flooded leaving all his aged wines floating around surrounded by all the labels! What a terrific family they are with Craig Willson at the head of operations and the two daughters Rebecca and Lucy being in charge of the

From Shakespeare: Give me a bowl of wine; in this I will bury all unkindness Or Lord Byron: Wine cheers the sad, revives the old, inspires the young and makes weariness forget his toil.

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BRIBIE ISLAND Local Sports February GOLF BRIBIE ISLAND GOLF CLUB LADIES RESULTS From 1 to 25 February Stableford 2//2/16 Div 1 Winner - Ros Gardiner 39, R UP Vicki Jones 37 Div 2 Winner - Julie Geale 35, R UP Karen Highlands 35 Div 3 Winner - Joan Osburne 35, R UP - Dell Huett 35 Stroke Monthly Medal 4/2/16 Div 1 Winner - Annie Hewitt 78, R UP Jenny DeRuyter 79 Div 2 Winner - Ingrid Coburne 71, R UP - Marj Sills 72 Div 3 Winner - Shirley Barry 74, R UP Paddy Hyde 75 Stroke 9/2/16 Div 1 Winner - Kath Srudwick 69, R UP - Ros Gardiner 70 Div 2 Winner - Suzanne Fowler 73, R UP - Pat Smith 73 Div 3 Winner - Heather Arkinstall 68, R UP - Carol McAlister 74 Stableford 11/2/16 Div 1 Winner - Elna Jensen 45, R UP Chris Pronk 38 Div 2 Winner - Janet Ashford 36, R UP - Marj Stoddart 35 Stableford 16/2/16 Div 1 Winner - Kris Tomalin 37, R UP Desley Neilson 36 Div 2 Winner - Susie Smith 41, R UP Julie Geale 35 Div 3 Winner - Hazel McDonnell 36, R UP - Joan Osburne 35 Stroke 18/2/16 Div 1 Winner - Suzanne Vallely 73, R UP - Ann Rogers 75 Div 2 Winner - Jenny Stafford 71, R UP - Bev Cobb 74 3BBB Stableford - 23/2/16 Winner - Lauren McDonald, Alisa Lauchlin, Ingrid Coburn 51 R UP - Hazel McDonnell, Marj Stoddart, Barbara West 50 Stableford 25/2/16 Div 1 Winner - Barb Newcomb 39, R UP - Susie Smith 38 Div 2 Winner - Bev Cobb 37, R UP Pat Smith 34 Div 3 Winner - Ingrid Coburn 39, R UP - Fiona Lyons 35

PACIFIC HARBOUR GOLF CLUB RESULTS Mixed Foursomes 27/2/16 Gross winners - P & L Gwyther 179 Gross runners up - P & H Nelson 190 Nett Winners - P Brown & S Sinsawas 151 Nett Runners up - C & H Harris 161 NTP Ladies - C Williams, J Tilley NTP Mens - B Chitham, P Nelson Results Single Stableford 24/02/2016 Men's Div 1 Winner - T Hutton 40 Men's Div 1 R UP - T Bailey 39 Men's Div 2 winner - B Keys 40 Men's Div 2 R UP - M Deane 39 Ladies Winner - L Silverman 33 Ladies R UP - C Kawaljenko 32 NTP Div 1 - D Wilkins Div 1- A J Kong Div 1 Pro - B Davis Div 2- S Austin Div 2- S Austin Div 2 Pro - S Saif Ladies Div 1 - Y Stanes Ladies Div 2 - C Sorrensen Ladies Div 1 Pro - L Gwyther Ladies Div 2 Pro - M Blanch

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Bribie Bowls Club Upcoming Events for March Tue 1, S/S Open Triples 1pm Wed 2, Scroungers S/S Open Pair 9.30am & 1pm Thur 3, C/S Mixed Triples 1pm Fri 4, Men’s S/S Jackpot Pairs 1pm Sat 5, Ladies Super Challenge 1pm, Premier Sevens 1pm, Premier League 3pm Tue 8, S/S Open Triples 1pm Wed 9, Scroungers 9.30pm, S/S Open Pairs 1pm Thur 10, C/S Mixed Triples 1pm Fri 11, Men’s S/S Jackpot Pairs 1pm Sat 12, Open 3 Bowl Triples 1pm, Premier Sevens 1pm. Ladies Super Challenge 1pm Sun 13, CBDA v BRIS NORTH 9am Tue 15, S/S Open Triples 1pm Wed 16, Scroungers 9.30am, S/S Open Pairs 1pm Thur 17, C/S Mixed Triples 1pm Fri 18, Men’s S/S Jackpot Pairs 1pm Sat19, Open 3 Bowl Triples 1pm Tue 22, S/S Open Triples 1pm Wed 23, Scroungers 9.30am S/S Open Pairs 1pm Thur 24, C/S Mixed Triples 1pm Fri 25, Men’s S/S Jackpot Pairs 1pm Sat 26, Open 3 Bowl Triples 1pm Sun 27, Vets Day 1pm Tue 29, S/S Open Triples 1pm Wed 30, Scroungers 9.30am, S/S Open Pairs 1pm Thur 31, C/S Mixed Triples, 1pm, LADIES MIXED PAIRS 9am

SOCCER Indoor Soccer Club Results Top Goal scorers 1st - Taylor 90 go als team Fake Madrid 2nd - Ben Cox 63 goals team Brian Munich 3rd - Brandon Caln 47 goals team Five Musketeers Top Tacklers 1st - James Hitch 115 tackles team Five Musketeers 2nd - Taylor 102 tackles team Fake Madrid 3rd - Jake Seymonds 95 tackles team Real Sosobad Top Goalies 1st - Brian 129 saves team Brian Munich 2nd - Emily 98 saves team Fake Madridd 3rd - David Aglus 79 saves team Five Musketeers Current Table Fake Madrid 36pts Five Musketeers 36pts Brian Munich 33pts

CROQUET CLUB Bribie Island Croquet Club Inc ABN 84 811 775 576 Cosmos Park, Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach P.O. Box 47, BRIBIE ISLAND, QLD 4507 Email: bribieislandcroquet@gmail.com Club Phone: (07) 3408 6411 President: Dick Byres OAM Ph: 0488 282959 Patron Mr Chad Freshwater Invites Croquet Players from ALL Disciplines to compete in the 2016 “ISLAND CROQUET CHALLENGE” FEBRUARY - AUGUST 2016 ** ALL EVENTS = SINGLES (LEVEL PLAY) ASSOCIATION EVENTS ** ENTRIES CLOSE EVENT ENTRY COST Sat 20th & Sun 21st Feb Mary Masters Players in 3 – 9 Handicap Range Fri 5th Feb $30.00 Sat 27th Feb & Sun 28th Feb Steve Jones Cup - Players in 3 or less Handicap Range Fri 5th Feb $30.00 Sat 13th & Sun 14th August Players in 10 - 18 Handicap Range Fri 29th July $30.00 GATEBALL EVENT Sat 21st & Sun 22nd May Teams Championship (Teams of 5 - 7 players) Fri 6th May $70.00 per team RICOCHET EVENT ** Sat 28th & Sun 29th May Players in the 0 - 10 Handicap Range.

Entrants will be divided into handicap ranges dependent upon the total number of entries Fri 13th May $30.00 GOLF EVENTS ** Sat 2nd & Sun 3rd July Players in the 0 - 6 Handicap Range Fri 18th June $30.00 Sat 9th & Sun 10th July Players in the 7 - 10 Handicap Range Fri 25th June $30.00

“Women in Golf” Beginners Clinics

Participate in “Women in Golf”

“Women in Golf” Beginners A physical, sociable & enjoyable introduction to Golf Golf is an enjoyable game where outdoor activity FREE Welcome Pack!

- Golf Tees meets social interaction. Meet new friends, tan - Sleeve of Balls your cheeks, get physical and learn a game you - Ball Marker can play forever.

- Pencil - Scorecard Holder 60 Minute Group Clinic Includes: - Practise ball Voucher • Basic Golf Fundamentals – Grip, Stance, Posture - Rule Book • Fitness - Strength, Stability and Flexibility,Training • Covers All areas of Golf: - Putting, Chipping, Level 1 - Starting Bunkers, Irons and Woods Group 1: Wednesday March 23 Bring: Comfortable Clothing required including Group 2: Sunday April 3 enclosed shoes, hat and water bottle.

Times: 9.30am - 10.30am Cost: $99 or $25 per session 5 consecutive Sessions

The target groups include ladies of any age group at the beginner level of golf. Women in Golf is designed to make learning and playing golf fun in a female friendly environment, while attracting and retaining new golfers for the Club.

The clinics will be conducted with either the Ladies Captain or Match Committee member and the Club Professional.

The focus will be on fun, friendly and social atmosphere for women only, with no pressure. No special skills or equipment required. We will maintain different timing of sessions to suit availability of participants e.g. early mornings, late afternoon and/or Saturday/Sundays.

Women in Golf consists of a five-lesson group instruction package, offered at an affordable price per person, and on-course activities during each of the five lessons.

In addition to the instruction package, Women in Golf offers graduate outings on an on-going basis. We will offer a free introductory session to “tee” things off, with handouts and basic information for new golfers. Round table sessions will be held to discuss the game, equipment, rules, handicapping, marking scorecards, appropriate dress etc. throughout the course of the clinics. Each participant will receive a free starters kit prior to the first lesson.

To find out more detail or to enrol in this activity please contact:

Phone: (07) 3408 2484 Email: bribieislandgolfshop@gmail.com Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

Brayden Campbell at the Pro Shop on 3408 2484 Robyn Cantrill the Ladies Captain on 0448 944 777

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February Crime Report

Throughout the month of February officers from Bribie Island, with the assistance of staff from Landsborough Road Policing and Queensland Transport, conducted traffic operation Firefly 1 at Ningi. Starting just after 4am, officers intercepted over 1,000 vehicles for breath testing, with one drink driver detected. Conversely, two drug drivers were detected out of only seven tests, so additional testing activities have been scheduled to address this serious issue. 23 infringement notices were issued and two unlicensed drivers were charged.

Officers also executed a number of search warrants in connection with both stolen property and dangerous drugs this week. Dangerous drugs are a significant issue for the community, and I would encourage anyone with information about people who use or supply dangerous drugs to contact either the station or Crime Stoppers.

You may always remain anonymous.

Police were kept busy on Bribie Island during the month of February, participating in state wide traffic operations 5 Alive and North Anticline.

During this operation 457 drivers were breath tested and 39 traffic infringement notices were issued; mainly for speeding and parking offences in the vicinity of the Island’s schools. A further 161 drivers were breath tested during the month, with 20 traffic infringements notices being issued, mainly for speeding.

School zone enforcement continues and will be increased due to a number of complaints regarding driver behaviour at school drop off and pickup times.

I would continue to encourage drivers to be patient, and to set a good example for their kids during pick up and drop off times.

Officers from the Landsborough Road Policing Unit recently received authorisation to enforce offences in the off-road area, and have also commenced patrols of Main Beach.

Several drivers were fined for offences including having unrestrained children in 4WDs, driving defective 4WD’s and driving in the parks area without a permit.

Domestic Violence incidents have continued to be a significant part of policing activities this month, with officers attending to 42 incidents, together with a number of enquiries at the station. Eight contravention of protection order complaints have been taken, and 15 applications were made by police for domestic violence protection orders. Other matters were referred to counselling services. If you, or someone you know is living with domestic violence, please call the station as help is available. Remember, always ring Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.

Several people were charged this week with a range of offences:A 28-year-old Alderley man was charged with unlicensed driving at Woorim. A 38-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with breaching bail. A 30-year-old Godwin Beach man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs at Godwin Beach. A 26-year-old Ningi man was charged with driving whilst unlicensed at Sandstone Point, and the vehicles plates seized for 7 days. A 69-yearold Bellara man was charged with

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possessing and producing dangerous drugs, together with possessing drug utensils at Bellara. A 30-year-old Caboolture man was charged with drink driving in a vessel at Bellara, after returning an alleged reading of .10%. A 40-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with driving whilst unlicensed at Banksia Beach.

A 41-year-old Bellara woman was charged with driving whilst unlicensed at Bellara. A 23-year-old Sandstone Point man was charged with public nuisance at Sandstone Point. A 19-year-old Bellara woman was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Bellara.

A 23-year-old Wamuran man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and unlicensed driving at Ningi.

An 18-year-old Algester man and 19 and 20-year-old Acacia Ridge men were both charged with possessing dangerous drugs at Sandstone Point.

A 31-year-old Bongaree man was charged with obstructing police at Sandstone Point. A 22-year-old Pine Rivers woman was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Woorim.A 21-year-old Draper man and a 50-year-old Burleigh Heads man were both charged with obstructing police at Sandstone Point. A 20-year-old Ningi man and an 18-year-old Caboolture man were both charged with public nuisance at Ningi. A 50-year-old Mitchelton man was charged with driving an unregistered vessel at Bellara. A 37-year-old Clontarf man was charged with unlicensed driving at Bongaree. A 51-year-old Ningi woman was charged with unlicensed driving at Bongaree.

A 19-year-old Inala man was charged with breaching his bail at Bellara. A 42-year-old Bellara man was charged with breaching his bail at Bellara. A 24-year-old Woorim man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Woorim after a search warrant was executed. A 38-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with breaching his bail at Banksia Beach.

A 31-year-old Bongaree man was charged with driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Ningi. A 34-year-old Forest Lake woman was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged reading of .075%. A 44-year-old Bellara man was charged with unlicensed driving at Ningi. A 60-year-old Bongaree man was charged with disqualified driving at Ningi. A 32-year-old Bellara man returned a positive drug driving test at Ningi, drugs and drug utensils, together with other drug charges, at Bongaree after a search warrant was executed.A 24-year-old Bongaree man and a 17-year-old Bellara man were both charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Bellara. A 43-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged reading of .115%. He was also charged with unlicensed driving and the vehicles plates seized for 7 days. A 46-yearold Bongaree man was charged with liquor act offences at the Woorim. A 17-year-old Morayfield woman was charged with unlicensed driving at Ningi. A 26-year-old Woorim man was charged with driving an unregistered

and uninsured vehicle at Woorim.

A 26-year-old Woorim man was charged with driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Woorim. A 31-year-old Deception Bay man was charged with possessing drug utensils at Ningi, together with drink driving after returning an alleged reading of .063%. A 29-year-old Ningi man was charged with disqualified driving at Bellara. A 43-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with obstructing police and public nuisance at Banksia Beach. A 37-year-old Morayfield woman was charged with fraud at Banksia Beach. A 55-year-old man and a 45-year-old woman, both from Godwin Beach, were charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Godwin Beach. A 28-year-old Murrumba Downs man was arrested on a warrant. A 27 -ear-old Bellara woman returned a positive drug driving test at Bongaree.

A 65-year-old Bongaree man was charged with breaching his bail. A 17-year-old Sandstone Point man and a 17-year-old Sandstone Point woman were both charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Sandstone Point. A 62-year-old Bellara man was charged with drink driving at Bellara after returning an alleged reading of .116%. Police arrested 13 offenders at a Sandstone Point Hotel

during a music event. 2 x assault, 2 x disobey move on directions, 4 x possessing dangerous drugs, 1 x stealing, 1 x drunk, 1 x obstructing police, 1 x public nuisance, 1 x refusing to leave licensed premises, 2 x failing to leave licensed premises.

Seven liquor infringement notices were issued and 15 initial police banning notices were issued for public order offences. Seven people were given move on directions, and two infringements were issued for public nuisance. A 24-year-old Kingston man was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged reading of .057%. A 24-year-old Pine Rivers man was charged with obstructing police at a Sandstone Point Hotel. A 32-year-old Beachmere woman was charged with stealing at Bellara.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers. com.au 24hrs a day. Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld. gov.au 24hrs a day.

One of the best things about living in Australia is its wide open spaces.

One of the best ways to get back to nature and enjoy all this great country has to offer is camping.

Whether it’s a peaceful mountain creek or near the roaring waves there’s a camping experience to suit everyone.

At Austrack Campers, we love the great outdoors and aside from having the best Camper Trailers and Tents available on the market, we also have a ton of great tips on where to go and how to get the best out of your equipment.

We’ve got a camping solution to fit every age and experience. Our flagship hard floor front or rear fold camper trailers are self-contained and are the quickest and easiest to set up with full off road capabilities.

The Extreme and Off Road camper trailers are for the larger families who love the true camping experience, packing a huge soft floor tent that is

made from the highest quality components that will withstand anything you can throw at them.

WHY YOU CAN TRUST AUSTRACK CAMPERS We pride ourselves on sourcing the best quality materials to make your trailer. Austrack Campers don’t settle for second best - we figure if you’re going to do something, do it right. Having been building camper trailers for over 12 years and listening to our customers we are always developing new ways to make our products even better and are the forerunners of innovation in the camping industry. That’s why we say our trailers and tents are “Built Tough, Built to Last”.

Come and have a look for yourself at our Caboolture showroom at 73 Lear Jet Drive. If you can’t get there, we’ll be coming to a place near you soon at one of the Camping Expos throughout the year.

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“Still Life” was the theme for last month and was won by Gail Goodair with an innovative study of “Colour on Colour” Marj Webber won three of the five categories with “Magpie” and “Lapwing” in Mono and “Silver Orb” in open colour.

Vince Bowzer with his picture postcard scene of “Holiday Villas” was the winner of the Open Colour, Print.

The judging for this competition was done in-house by one of our members John Cupper. John spent considerable time appraising and writing a critique for the images which are posted on our internet site each month. As well as the critique, John demonstrated how to improve each image which is helpful to us in our quest for the perfect shot.

There was a discussion on still life photography as well as the importance of storing cameras and camera equipment in silica gel to keep out the moisture Our Photography Club members were invited by Peter Elfes a prominent, professional landscape photographer from Katoomba NSW, to attend a talk given by him at the Bribie Island Seaside Museum on Sunday 7th February. Some of our members attended and were inspired by his adventurous approach to the subject.

His wonderful “Green Desert” photographs are now on display at the Bribie Island Museum.

Our meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 O’clock in the Board Room at the Arts Centre, Sunderland Drive. New members are very welcome. The first two meetings are free so if you are interested just come along to our meeting or ring Gordon or Gail.

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Bribie Island BELLARA

$265,000

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3/97 Sylvan Beach Esplanade

SCOUTING FOR A UNIT?

First floor unit with water views on the Esplanade. Very spacious living with combined lounge/dining. 2 bedrooms & single garage with laundry at rear.Agreat investment to buy on the waterfront.

Low Body Corporate & currently tenanted 24 hrs notice required.

Contact me: Jennie Drusetta 3408 1006 or 0422 502 504 BANKSIA BEACH 48 Flamingo Dr

$499,000

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Spacious home with 4 bedrooms - master with ensuite. Formal lounge, dining, family & games rooms plus study. Well appointed kitchen with dishwasher,Air conditioner and rain water tank.

Large 907m2 block with side access. Quiet cul-de-sac close to local shops & waterfront.

Contact me: Jennie Drusetta 3408 1006 or 0422 502 504 37 Bilinga Court

$373,000

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3/35 Queen Street

UPMARKET LIFESTYLE UNIT

Quality features throughout - high ceilings, stone benches and spacious balcony. . Situated on the first floor with 2 bedrooms master with ensuite. Well appointed kitchen and single garage.

Top location walk to waterfront cafes, Jetty and Bowls Club.

Currently tenanted until early May.

Contact me: Jennie Drusetta 3408 1006 or 0422 502 504

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$419,000

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LIFESTYLE LOCATION

Situated opposite the foreshore of the Pumicestone Passage this freshly renovated unit has been repainted, new blinds and new kitchen & appliances. 2 br with ensuite, sep. bath laundry & garage. Top floor position affords water views and ocean breezes.

Contact me: Jennie Drusetta 3408 1006 or 0422 502 504 BONGAREE

5/49 The Boulevard

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16 Sinclair Place

Quiet cul de sac - approx 3 years old home on a 750m2 block.

Wide side access through to 6 x 6 double garage plus extra parking. 4 bedrooms master with ensuite, formal lounge, well appointed kitchen and tiled family/dining. 5000lr rainwater tank and private patio.

Contact me: Jennie Drusetta 3408 1006 or 0422 502 504 BELLARA

13/97 Sylvan Beach Esp

Renovated 2 bed unit new kitchen & ensuite. Large family bathroom / laundry. Ducted air conditioning throughout. Fabulous water views from lounge / dining, Plus 2 large balconies. Extra long garage. Pool Tennis Court & Sauna in complex.

Contact me: Ann Gilroy 3408 1006 or 0419 741 577 BONGAREE

62 Jasmin Drive

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Contact me: Ann Gilroy 3408 1006 or 0419 741 577

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Open plan kitchenm dining & lounge room with access from all to huge balcony with water views. 2 upmarket bathrooms and well laid out kitchen. Glittering black caesar stone benchtops throughout. Double lock up garage and storage.

Many inclusions:- D/washer, fridge, microwave washing machine, dryer.

Contact me: Ann Gilroy 3408 1006 or 0419 741 577

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Three bedrooms master with slider to front patio. Bathroom has a renovation plus separate toilet. Tiled living areas, well appointed kitchen. Single lock up garage with internal access.

This brick and iron home sits on a 607m2 block.

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Contact me: Ann Gilroy 3408 1006 or 0419 741 577 SANDSTONE POINT 19 Eimeo Place

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Townhouse living in small complex of 7 adjacent to local shops.

Recently refurbished exterior with private courtyard. Living and kitchen downstairs. 2 bedrooms and bathroom upstairs.As well as small front balcony. Single carport, pets on application. Low body corporate.

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97 Cosmos Avenue

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DRESS CIRCLE LOCATION

Perfect the for the modern family 2 min. walk to school. * Four large bedrooms plus study & 2nd TV room. * Massive air conditioned open plan kitchen, dining & family room. * Lovely private backyard. * Double garage and excellent street appeal.

Land 725m2.

Contact me: Ann Gilroy 3408 1006 or 0419 741 577

Large canal home with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 lounge rooms. Overlooking long canal views from kitchen/lounge/dining/ master bedroom and massive covered deck and pool. Off street parking for van/boat plus side access. Currently used as a popular holiday rental.

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2/122 Sunderland Drive

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LARGE DUPLEX WELL LOCATED

Three bedrooms, two bathrooms plus large air conditioned living area. Double lock up garage. Well located in Banksia Beach close to School, Bowls Club and shops.Afantastic place to live in or a great investment. Very low body corporate fees. This duplex is a rare find.

Contact me: Ann Gilroy 3408 1006 or 0419 741 577 SANDSTONE POINT 4 Seabreeze Court

VILLA ON SEABREEZE

Contact me: Alaine Scarman 3408 1006 or 0448 449 665

Contact me: Alaine Scarman 3408 1006 or 0448 449 665

4 Bedrooms main with ensuite & ceiling fan. 2 generous living areas & new alfresco area. Modern kitchen with loads of storage plus dishwasher. Separate laundry with outdoor access. Double lock up garage with remote. Investor Special!

$279,000

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$419,000

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RED BEACH MODERN TOWNHOUSE LONG CANAL VIEWS Close to Buckley’s Hole in olde Bongaree this modern townhouse is situated overlooking bushland. 2 very large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 lounge rooms & 2 under cover balconies. Many extras:- 4 split system air cond. White shutters.

Lock up garage has internal access. Easy walk to the beach.

$449,000

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IMMACULATE HOME

This home is both immaculate & spacious with heaps of eye appeal with modern neutral colour schemes throughout.

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 lounge rooms, remote control garage, solar panels, paved outdoor area. 450m2 block. Like new inside and out a must to inspect.

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This villa is just minutes walk to the Sandstone Pt Hotel. These popular villas feature 2 large bedrooms. Kitchen located off the huge lounge room. Separate dining leading to private courtyard.

Use of complex pool. Currently tenanted at $270 pw.

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In last month’s article, we showed how chlorine is produced through a salt water chlorinator.

It is pertinent to understand however, that there are many different salts. The most common salt we know or use is Sodium - the product we use at the dining table. Thus, when we are talking about Sodium, we usually just say salt - not sodium. However, in the latest forms of Salt Water Chlorination, other salts are also being used. For example, Magnesium and Potassium are also used to produce chlorine instead of Sodium. The reasons for this are related to the health benefits and different feel of the water when it uses Magnesium or Potassium rather than Sodium. If you’re interested in exploring these options, pop into your local pool shop.

When it comes to chlorine, there are 3 main types of chlorine used in a swimming pool: 1.) Liquid: This chlorine is made from Sodium and in simple terms is produced by running salt water through a massive Salt Water Chlorinator - producing a highly chlorine concentrated liquid.

2.) Granular: There are many different forms of Granular Chlorine - made from different salts. The most common ones are made from Calcium, Sodium or Lithium.

3.) Gaseous: As discussed, this is through the use of a Salt Water Chlorinator - producing a gas which is immediately dissolved into the water itself.

With both liquid and granular, these products must be dosed into the pool regularly and usually daily.

In most applications, this has to be done by hand. (There are automatic

liquid chlorine dosers available).

However, with a salt water pool, once the water has adequate salt and the chlorinator is set up, it doses automatically as the pump and filtration system runs. So running a salt pool is much easier to maintain. You do not have to dose manually with chlorine.

Another advantage with the salt water chlorinator is it’s ability to “oxidise” or burn up waste product. Often this is the byproduct of chlorine, known commonly as Chloramines, which needs to be oxidised. With a salt water chlorinator, the chlorine is produced in a small chamber with the water passing through. This tends to oxidise the water in the chamber and pool’s pipework as opposed to throwing small doses of chlorine into a large volume of water which struggles to oxidise unless given a “shock dose”. Thus, salt water pools tend to require less manual oxidising than other pools - albeit you cannot beat “shock dosing” to oxidise properly.

However, it is important to understand that chlorine produced from sodium has a high pH. We try to keep our pools anywhere from 7.2 to 7.6. Sodium based chlorines - both Liquid and chlorine from a salt chlorinator have a pH of 12.

Because of external influences, most pools pH rises daily. The chlorine that most of us use also raises the pH. With a salt pool, it is important to put in acid on a weekly basis to help keep the pH closer to the correct levels most of the time. Your pool shop should be able to guide you as to how much to suit your particular pool.

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By Vin Donovan

get out offshore.

With another month gone by and fairly consistently average weather patterns up and down the East Coast, has made it hard to

There has been the odd day, in between fronts, but generally the swell has been a huge issue due to the low pressure systems hanging around……for what seems like forever! The high pressure systems in the bight have been pushing firm ridges up the coastline for the last month, generating gale force winds and big swells.

Hopefully, as we enter the transition period between seasons, we will start to see a more stable weather pattern occur. The good news is, as March, April and May approach,

Afternoon session off the cape.

we can expect to see a drop in the East Australian current and also a decrease in water temperature. This, in turn, means more time to focus on getting outside and targeting some quality fishing on all those isolated reefs, pinnacles and wrecks that the

One nights crabbing up the passage.

Vin with his 55cm Mangrove Jack.

area has to offer.

The hardest part is where to fish!

With about 200-300 spots to fish, in close vicinity in the Bribie/Moreton region, it’s always a hard choice.

Generally I don’t bother driving all around and trying too many spots in a given day/night. I’ll focus on one area, per trip and then sound around 300m to 1000m south and north of the co-ordinates. Generally reef ledges and reef formations run horizontally up the East Coast. Once in the desired fishing area, I’ll sound around to find the best show of fish and bait.

Personally, when chasing reefies, finding the bait isn’t always about mid water column baitfish schools.

On the bottom, around Coffe rock structures, reef systems, kelp patches and even muddy bottoms, hold a vast array of crabs, prawns, clams, molluscs and other tasty prey for hungry predators. Small isolated pinnacles can sometimes hold 10-15 different species in varying size schools. I’ve fished and burleyed some spots for more than 2-3 hours before catching good numbers of fish. There’s usually one major bite time and two minor ones in every given day. These always coincide with moon phases, weather conditions and the tides. Knowing all this determines which 12 hours of the day/night I will fish.

Now, to what’s been happening in the area.

There’s been some really nice fish in the Passage, with Whiting, Bream, Flathead, Jacks, Snapper, Jew, Cod, Queensfish and Trevally all having been caught.

Matt with his first 3kg Jack.

At the moment the Banana Prawns have also been thick.

Both the Pine and Caboolture Rivers and the Passage creeks, are holding good size and numbers of these tasty delights.

Muddies and Sandies have also been caught up the Rivers and Creeks. Once again the Bay has been alive with Baitfish, Tuna, Spotty & School Mackerel with monster Local Jack expert Evan with another solid Jack at 58cm.

Black Kings and Yellowtail Kings smashing the schools.

The offshore Reefs are still holding some awesome numbers and species of fish.

Only issue has been the right weather on the right day/night.

Anyway’s, tight lines!!!

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By Richard Whetlor

Brighten Local Schools

AFTER A LOnG campaign by the State Member, Rick Williams, two schools in the Pumicestone electorate will receive flashing school zone signs this week.

Mr Williams said the automated signs provide a direct visual reminder that the active enforcement period for the school zone speed reductions are in place which is particularly important on high traffic areas around schools.

“These signs can be seen from a Myselfallowing and Belinda went the opening distant drivers to to safely adjust after receiving an invitation from Barry their speed as they approach the school Clark to attend. We were greeted at zone.” the door by Barry and other members, all cheery andlights smiles. in and “Also as the are‘Come only illuminated welcome’ said Barry,the weperiod got our and Flashing during ofname speed stickers from lovely at the door reduction they the remain anlady active attention and Barry says to the her ‘ watch this getter unlike normal signs which may guy he’s Pome and he’s over a bit dodgy!’ blend intoathe background time,” Chuckle chuckle! Barry takes me and Mr Williams said.

Bee around the centre and shows us the Theextension signs would installed on new areabe too.

The extension is brand new andat looking great, each Sunderland Drive Banksia Beach roomSchool we popped ourGeorge heads into was State and on Street at full of membersSchool. doing their thing, all– having Caboolture (Expected week a great time too. We met Gary Parsons beginning 8 September 2015).

AKA ‘the station master’ and current Mr Williams enhancing school councillor for said division 1 and Ann Brooks safety was everyone’s business. the president of U3A. It is an exceptional place, to have all could these save member facilities “Slowing down someone’s foror arts, crafts, lotsand more, life prevent a music seriousand injury theit is a real gem to have such a place on bright orange, flashing signs are a Bribie Island. reminder to drivers to slow down when It’s great to see all these people schoolkids said. socialising are andabout,” having Mr funWilliam at the same “Together, we offered can make the streets time.

We were a drink, I assumed no alcohol but wine was on themuch menu so outside Queensland’s schools me and accepted a glass two)to:0) safer, andBee I am very proud to be(orable deliver these important improvements for the safety of our School communities.

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Fishing Boat Barry was first up on the microphone to introduce everyone and welcome us all to the opening with his usual dry but funny humour! Ann Brooks the president explained the many scenarios that they have gone through to finally come up with the correct plan of attack, talking about splitting up the groups to various locations, extending the building upwards and then finally the extension outwards on ground level. After many many months of planning they are finally there after all the hard work and effort.

Why not pop down there yourself and take a look? Call the office on 3408 1450 or email rogannb@bigpond.net.au for more information.

“Lacks environmental Combined Emergency Service Expo

awareness and people skills”* Bribie Island’s Volunteer Marine Rescue will host a free event based around

By Catherine Moore

emergency service demonstrations, kid’s activities and family fun this month.

Question: Have you ever been referred to the

The Combined Emergency Service Expo will be held at the Volunteer Marine CRIME &Island MISCONDUCT (CMC)?

Rescue base at Bribie Marine Parade,COMMISSIONS off Sylvan Beach Esplanade, Bellara on October 11, 10am-4pm.

Local emergency agencies will demonstrate the latest in marine rescue, firefighting and policing technology.

Families are encouraged to come along and meet the local emergency services, receive advice, enjoy the jumping castle, stalls and free giveaways. ❏ “Misleading Council CEO and Senior Management” A fire truck, water cannon, rescue boats and other high-tech emergency service equipment will also be on display. ❏ “...has not portrayed Council in a positive light as he The Bribie Island Combined Emergency Services Expo is a part of a state wide shows lack of environmental awareness people campaign, Get Ready Queensland, which aims to help localand residents prepare for necessary bushfireskills and storm season.to effectively discharge his functions

The Council & CMC Investigation says*

adequately and represent Council in a positive light”

✤ CMC/Council COMPLAINT # A7763314

Paul Whyte* says • “I was referred to the CMC where it was established that i had not engaged in any corrupt conduct or misconduct.” ✤ Ex-council employee standing for Division 1 councilor!

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Volunteering is all about making a difference in your community. It can also benefit you personally as you show support and advocate for the most vulnerable members of our society.

Five reasons to volunteer 1. Your community needs you You can help build your community and transform lives. Whether you’re mentoring a child, painting a centre or simply being there for someone who needs a friendly person to talk to, you will be making a real difference in your community.

2. You’ll make friends and build strong relationships You will have the opportunity to work alongside people from all walks of life with different personalities, skill sets, backgrounds, interests, careers and stories- all united by the desire to do help others and do good! You will connect with people who share your passion for a cause or social issue, creating a path to developing strong relationships with others who share your interests. You will

make new friendships and create professional networks.

3. You’ll learn a lot and feel good about yourself Volunteering can take you outside your comfort zone, unveil strengths you never knew existed and boost your confidence and self-esteem.

These new experiences can help you discover a new passion. It will afford you the opportunity to work alongside experts in a given field, which will help you gain skills, act on your values and interests and enjoy new social and cultural experiences.

4. Volunteering is good for your career Volunteering will expose you to a variety of new skill sets were you will gain valuable experiences in a wide range of areas that you can turn into transferable skills, making you a more versatile, attractive employee.

Volunteering in the charities sector, is a great way to get a foot in the door and gain some beneficial experience for your resume.

5. Volunteering gives you a sense of purpose Volunteering gives you the opportunity to spend time addressing social issues that you feel strongly about. There is a great deal of satisfaction that comes from making a difference to people in your local community.

Save the date! National Volunteer Week, 9–15 May National Volunteer Week (NVW) is an annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nation’s volunteers. Mark your calendar! From 9–15 May 2016 thousands of events across the country will be held to say thank you to the more than 6 million Australians who volunteer including thank you breakfasts, morning teas and sausage sizzles as well as open days, awards ceremonies, street parades, garden parties and movie nights.

We will be releasing more information about National Volunteer Week 2016 over the coming months. Be sure to keep an eye on the VA website and social media platforms to stay up to date!

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Bribie Gems Did you know? By Nikita Chee

That there's no coincidence between Bribie being an Island paradise and the very true fact that it is filled with many-asecret treasure? Yes! Treasures of all kind are to be found on this sacred land: some hidden and some well-known.

Some you must dig for and some you stumble upon. But many you will find if you listen to their song...

I'm talking of course about the people of Bribie: our beautiful Bribie Islanders!

There's a bounty of jewels, gems and treasures to be found within the stories and characters of our local community.

And the majority of them are yet to be unearthed! So I went out and started digging and found some gold. Take a look!

Meet Pete! The Friendly Fisherman of Sandstone Fast Facts: - Local Test: 14 years a local - Job: Pete's been faithfully fixing our roads

with the council for 13 years. Thanks Pete!

“What made you move to Bribie?”

“My parents and uncle used to live here and I just fell in love with the place.”

“What do like best about living at Bribie?”

“Being near the water”.

“What do you enjoy doing the most?” We both knew the answer to this one!

“Fishing!”

Introducing the Peaceful, the Peppy, the Pleasant: Patricia Fast Facts: - Locals Test: 24 years! - Job: Patricia and her husband previously owned a saddlery business in Toowoomba.

“What drew you to Bribie?”

“The peaceful, lovely, setting. And everyone's friendly!” Including you Patricia!

“Favourite Bribarian hobby?

“Singing in the Country Music Club.”

Yeeharr!

“Favourite ice-cream?”

“Vanilla”. Classic and elegant, I like it.

Check out the Country Music Club's concert every 4th Sunday of the month located in the Rec Hall.

Last but not least, meet Alison and Grace: The Little and Lovely Ladies of the Library.

Fast Facts: - I found these two gems reading together in the Bribie Island Library. Was just there to collect and return some books but they're jovial reading and bubbly nature drew me to take a snap!

Locals Test:

- 13 years for Alison and 4 years for Grace.

“Favourite thing to do on Bribie?”

“Play in the park, read in the library or... go paddling!” Grace inferred that she was due for a new paddle boat. Aunty? “ Favourite books?”

“The early readers”. Of which I overheard such superb reading and character play.

“Ice-cream flavours?”

Grace: “Chocolate”

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Alison: “Macadamia”.

Nice choice ladies!

If you've got an interesting story to tell or know a gem that should sparkle in the lime-light of THE BIS, please email me at: miss_cheese_alot@hotmail.com.

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Op Shop - Shop 3 Ningi Plaza, NINGI Open Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 3.00 pm

Paper delivery person.

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Room Space to Rent ROOM(S) AVAILABLE FOR RENT WITHIN AN ESTABLISHED GYM and FITNESS CENTRE There are three (3) separate areas available above a fully established gym office with nearly 200 active members and growing with earning potential.

Rooms are air conditioned and the total floor space is approximately 75sqm There is an open plan mezzanine lounge/reception area above Gym Office with two air conditioned rooms, one room includes a basin and small kitchenette with storage.

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Also available is a smaller room 40 sqm at rear of gym suitable for Spray Tan business?

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Up to $100 FREE with 20 words. • Up to $2500 from $25 Up to $5000 $35 • Up to $10000 $45 • Up to $15000 $55 Up to $20000 $75 • Up to $30000 $99 • $30000 + $145

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3408 7879

Bellara

3408 7305

Bongaree

3408 1114

Woorim

3410 0757

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Ambulance

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Fire & Rescue

3408 8383

Crime Stoppers

1800 333 000

Bribie I it

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Banksia Beach State School

3408 5333

Bribie Island State School

3400 2333

Bribie Island State High School

3400 2444

Chamber of Commerce

3408 1101

Energex

136 262

Moreton Bay Council

3205 0555

Poisons Information

13 11 26

State Emergency Service

132 500

VMR (Marine Rescue)

3408 7596

Bribie Island Taxi

3408 9700

Limousine Service

3408 7892

4WD Beach Conditions

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Markets Cancer Council Markets Every 1st Sunday of the month Brennan Park Toorbul Street Bongaree 6am- 12 noon Phone : Judy 3408 7407 Bribie Island Rotary Markets Every 2nd Sunday of the Month Brennan Park Toorbul Street Bongaree 6am – 12 noon Phone : Gillian 3408 2404 or 0406 373 218 Bribie Island and District Community Chest Market Every 3rd Sunday of the Month Brennan park Toorbul Street Bongaree 6am – 12 noon Phone : Sharon 3410 1176 Bribie Island Art Centre Creative Market Last Sunday of the Month 191 Sunderland Drive Banksia Beach 8.30am – 1pm Phone : 3408 9288 Markets at Bribie Hotel from 10am till 2pm every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month.

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