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A DIVINE DECADE TREADING THE BOARDS 2021 marks the 10th anniversary for local community group, Growl Theatre. They celebrated in style with a sold out show last month thanks to local theatre-goers. Read more on page 4
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Beddown Finds Kindness in Cushlets
In 2019, Norm McGillivray, Beddown CEO had a vision, he wanted to provide a safe, secure, and comfortable place for vulnerable people to get a good night’s rest and help restore health, dignity and respect.
Norm had been personally impacted by homelessness and he wanted to target those who sleep rough around Australia. The lightbulb moment came when Norm went to a local shopping centre and noticed that the car park was nearly empty. He The shopping centre car park that has been Year 10 students hard at work instantly saw the potential in utilising transformed by Beddown into a safe, secure preparing the Cushlets in their Food the space at night when car parks are place for guests to sleep and Fibre class vacant. After some research, Norm connected with Secure Parking as a National Partner and Beddown was born. The world first two-week trial was successfully held in late 2019. Last month, Beddown commenced a second trial for eight weeks in a car park in Brisbane CBD. The vast generous army of volunteers has made this possible each night. However, as this trial nears to an end and Norm works to secure long term sponsors and partners to make this a permanent program, he is concerned about what happens next to the vulnerable guests Beddown has watched over, especially as the colder nights draw in. A wonderful act of kindness from Carolyn Cox and the Year 10 Food and Fibre students at Everton Park State High School has helped with this challenge. Recently, the students presented 50 ‘cushlets’ (fleecy blanket cushions) to Beddown for their homeless guests to help them keep warm over winter. The students have been learning about homelessness while also learning to sew and make the ‘cushlets.’ This generous donation will help the Beddown guests while Norm and his team pursue a permanent program….because everyone deserves a bed to sleep in. If you would like to help Beddown with sponsorship, donations or volunteering, visit www.beddown.org.au
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A Divine Decade Treading the Boards The Everton Echo is a FREE monthly publication delivering 14,500 copies per month of what matters to Everton Park and Surrounds. Our paper is 100% locally owned and operated, which means we don’t just talk about being local, WE ARE LOCAL; we live it everyday. Distribution is carried out via direct letterbox delivery to homes and businesses in the suburbs of; Everton Park, Stafford, Mitchelton, Gaythorne, Enoggera and parts of McDowall. Copies can also be picked up from a variety of magazine stands within the above suburbs. ...................................... Copyright: The Everton Echo is produced by MAC Group Publications Pty Ltd (The Publisher). All rights are reserved and the contents are copyright and may not be reproduced without permission from The Publisher. All care is taken by The Publisher, however responsibility is not accepted for errors or omissions and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of The Publisher. COVID-19: At the time of going to press (27th May 2021), information contained within this issue is correct. As the situation with the COVID health crisis is ever changing, we urge you to contact organisers of any events listed within our publication if you are doubtful about times and dates. For more information, visit www.echo-news.com.au or email admin@echo-news.com.au
The cast of The Importance of Being Earnest
An update from Growl Theatre - your local community theatre for Brisbane's inner northern suburbs. Established in 2011.
2021 is Growl Theatre’s 10th Anniversary and we've produced over 30 shows in those years. We remain dedicated to our local community and keep striving to offer accessible, affordable theatre. Our first show for 2021 was ‘The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde’. The show completely sold out! Here are the upcoming shows we have in store for the remainder of 2021. 13 - 28 August - Boeing Boeing A farce by Marc Camoletti, translated by Beverley Cross & Francis Evans In this swingin' 60’s bedroom farce, an American architect living in Paris juggles relationships with three international air hostesses all on different airline timetables. Turbulence ensues when a bachelor friend arrives unexpectedly, and complications such as weather and a new, speedier Boeing jet disrupt his careful planning. Soon, all three stewardesses are in the city simultaneously, and catastrophe looms. 19 November - 4 December - The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley By Lauren Gunderson & Margot Melcon Welcome back to Regency-era romance with The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley, a companion to Growl Theatre’s Pride and Prejudice-inspired production in 2020, Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley. While the Miss Bennet plot unfolds upstairs, Pemberley’s servants navigate their own scandal down below, as a diligent housekeeper, an indomitable maid, and a lovesick groomsman struggle to control the boorish Mr. Wickham. This love letter to Jane Austen celebrates family and forgiveness at the time of year we need both of them the most. To book tickets head over to www.GrowlTheatre.org.au or email boxoffice@growltheatre.org.au Growl Theatre HQ is located at the Windsor School of Arts, 381 Lutwyche Road, Windsor. To keep up to date with developments follow them on Facebook at www.facebook. com/growltheatrecompany
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Picabeen Needs You!
Picabeen is a Community Centre in Mitchelton that runs activities and provides services to people in the North West corridor. Picabeen also has an Op Shop, The Change Room which is located at 65 Gilston Street, Keperra. We rely on Volunteers to help run our community programs. Currently we are looking for new volunteers to fill specific roles. If any of the below opportunities interest you please get in touch! • Art & Craft Facilitator: Thursday 10am - noon We are seeking someone who would like to help facilitate our Thursday Art/Craft class. This is a class for beginners and a small project is completed each week. • No Interest Loans (NILS) application volunteer: 1 day per week. For this role, all training will be provided. The role needs to be available to complete NILS application out of the Picabeen centre one day a week. • Change Room volunteers. Training will be provided for people volunteering at the Op Shop. We welcome people who are available for a weekly shift, half day, or people who have a seasonal availability. • BBQ lunch volunteers, Tuesday 11am-1pm. We are seeking people to add to our monthly BBQ roster. There are various roles such as cooking the BBQ, food prep, greeters, and general help setting up/packing away. • Marketing/ IT volunteer. We are seeking a volunteer to help with some marketing for our groups and IT updates. To volunteer with Picabeen we have a form that needs to be completed and applicants are required to have a current Blue Card linked with Picabeen. We can help with these applications. For more details call 3354 2555 or email info@ picabeen.org.au
Jars of Generosity
An update from The Rotary Club of Mitchelton Mitchelton Rotary will be one of the three charities participating in the ‘Local Matters Program’ at Grill'd Everton Park for the month of June.
Wi t h e v e r y b u r g e r ordered from Grill'd, a Local Matters token is handed over for customers to drop into the jar of their choice. At the end of the month $500 is split between the groups ($300 for 1st and $100 for 2nd and 3rd). All monies raised by the Rotary from this initiative will be going towards supporting participation of local youth in their These jars can be found in Rotary Youth Programs. Grill'd Everton Park Recently, the organisation sponsored two students from Everton Park State High School to attend the ‘Science Experience’ program and both students thoroughly enjoyed the experience and said that it was very beneficial in helping them to decide on their chosen career path. Mitchelton Rotary would like to encourage everyone to pop in to Grill'd for a meal some time during June and support their Jar to help them to continue to deliver these very worthwhile programs. Grill’d Everton Park is located at 2/752 Stafford Road, Everton Park.
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Keperra local qualifies for U.S. Women’s Open
Congratulations to Keperra Golf Club’s Emily Maher who, at the ripe young age of 20, has qualified to play in the 76th U.S. Women’s Open - the biggest tournament in women’s golf in the world! Emily was born and bred on Brisbane's Northside and called Samford home before moving over to the U.S. after immense scoring a golf and academic scholarship to Virginia Tech University. Here, she now majors in Human Development. Emily attended Ferny Grove High School and joined Keperra Golf Club back in 2009 as one of their Junior girls. From the outset, she has Keperra Golf Clubs Emily Maher always demonstrated talent. It comes as no surprise to her golfing buddies that she has qualified for this prestigious competition. Although she is overseas for the majority of the year, Emily is still affiliated with the club and pops down to practice whenever in town. The U.S. Womens Open will be played from the 3rd to 6th June at The Olympic Club in San Francisco, California. Good luck Emily, we are all behind you here at Echo News!
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Lou Benjamin at Bunnings Stafford has coordinated the sausage sizzles for many years. Her organisational and communication skills ensures fundraising opportunities for many organisations are a success and are still maintained in a safe manner despite the COVID regulations. H o w e v e r, L o u ’s c o m m u n i t y involvement does not stop at Bunnings fund raising. The depth of her community involvement is immense. Her long list includes her community and volunteer work for Lou Benjamin with St Vincent’s Hospital, Hummingbird her WOW Award House, Queensland Children’s Hospital and so much more. Lou truly has a big heart and the NOW Business Network Group nominated and presented Lou with a very deserving NOW WOW! Award for her service to her community. The WOW! Awards (www.thewowawards.com.au) is an international customer service recognition program that has partnered with the NOW Business Network Group at Everton Park (www.nownetworkbusiness.com.au) to acknowledged outstanding customer and community service in the local area. Congratulations Lou on your well-deserved recognition!
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Enoggera State School turns 150!
A monthly update from the Enoggera Historical Society The Society would like to send a special‚ ‘shout out‘ this month to the Enoggera State School, who turns 150 years young in 2021! With European settlement occurring in the Enoggera district from 1845, the school opened its doors way back in 1871 at a location that was then Great Northern Road (now part of South Pine Road). 26 students were on the initial enrolment and the teacher was Mr John Chasely Towell. In the ensuing decades, the school and its grounds became a focal point for local concerts, dances, meetings and Sunday School picnics. With the local area population rapidly increasing, and school enrolments rising, a new school building was built. On 2nd September 1916, the new Enoggera State School opened at its current site at 235 South Pine Road. The original school building is now located at the back of the Enoggera Memorial Hall in Wardell Street and houses the collection of the Enoggera & Districts Historical Society. Enoggera State School has become a much-loved and notable feature of the local community. It is still going strong with a recently completed Performing Arts Centre and enrolment currently standing at approximately 300 students. Do we have any past students, teachers or support staff out there who have memories of their time at Enoggera State School? We’d love to hear from you. Please visit our Facebook page or email enoggerahistory@ gmail.com Even feel free to drop in to our premises at the Enoggera Memorial Hall any Thursday morning from 9.30am to 1pm to pass on your recollections to our volunteers. We also have our local history display open for public viewing at this time each week. Take care, everyone. Andrew McMicking, President
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Snuggle Up Under the Stars with a Movie
Grab your picnic rug and head down to Fenwick Park in Mitchelton on the 19th June to enjoy the movie Cars 2 in the park!
The movie is brought to you by Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs (run by Brisbane City Council) and screenings are free and open for all to attend. Take along chairs or a blanket and remember your snacks or purchase from one of the vendors on hand on the evening. Full details are below. Movie: Cars 2 When: Saturday 19th June 2021, 4pm to 8pm Where: Fenwick Park, 692 Samford Road, Mitchelton For more details visit https://www.brisbane.qld. gov.au/things-to-see-and-do
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Whipping up a wonderful workshop
Major Retailers to Arrive in Ferny Grove
The guest demonstrator, Sue, was from another branch of the Qld Cake Decorators Association and showed the ladies how to make flowers, leaves and scenery on cakes using a palette knife and a soft medium like buttercream to sculpt the shapes. They then all had a go themselves, some with more success than others! The Brisbane North Cake Decorators are a branch of the Qld Cake Decorators Association and are a notfor-profit organisation. They foster the art of cake decorating and love sharing their knowledge with each other. Members meet at the Arana Hills Community Centre, 291 Dawson Parade Arana Hills on the third Saturday of each month, commencing at 1pm. Afternoons are busy usually with a workshop or demonstration of some particular technique, afternoon tea, a very short business meeting and usually lots of laughter! New members - experienced or new to cake decorating are always welcome. Check out their Facebook page by searching Brisbane North Cake Decorators Association QCDA for more information.
A render of the exterior to the new development
Members of The Brisbane North Cake Decorators were recently treated to a fabulous workshop.
Honeycombes Property Group’s much-anticipated $140 million multi-use Ferny Grove Central development is underway and already shaping up as a vibrant retail and lifestyle centrepiece.
Two major retailers have been secured as long-term anchor tenants by the Queensland developer for the transit-oriented development’s 12,000sq m of retail space. In cornerstone leasing deals for the project, supermarket giant Woolworths and liquor chain Dan Murphy’s have signed up for a total of 7000sq m. Woolworths has taken a 15-year lease over 3200sq m — the biggest tenancy in the retail centre — for a full-line supermarket fronting Samford Road with a grocery pick-up service in the basement. Dan Murphy’s will occupy 1700sq m, also fronting Samford Rd, on a 10year lease. Peter Honeycombe, Managing Director of Honeycombes Property Group, said the mix and calibre of the duo of anchor tenants reflected both a pent-up demand for quality retail space in the area and the community focus of the Ferny Grove Central project. ‘The huge level of interest from retailers, big and small, in what we are creating at Ferny Grove Central has been unprecedented and just goes to show the heightened demand for quality retail opportunities in the area,’ said Mr Honeycombe. Members watching Sue doing palette knife sculpting The multi-use development will adjoin the Ferny Grove train • Your local resident station, which caters for more painting company than 5000 passengers per day. • Servicing Brisbane’s Along with the 12,000sq m northside for over 10yrs retail component and car • All domestic & parking, it also will comprise a commercial works residential enclave, The Fernery, • Professional & friendly featuring 82 luxury boutique staff apartments complete with a • Quality materials & recreational deck, as well as tools used improved pedestrian and cyclist connections through the site. Facilities for train passengers Platinum Painters is owner operated & we will also be enhanced with the have no subcontractors introduction of a multi-deck commuter car park providing the convenience of undercover parking bays. For more information about the future development please Master Painters Association QLD visit www.fernygrovecentral. com.au www.platinumpainters.com.au
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COVID-19 vaccines continue to roll out to those most at risk. People aged 50 and over can receive their COVID-19 vaccine at one of the selected vaccination clinics or at participating general practices. It’s voluntary, free and the best way to protect you and your community. Our Therapeutic Goods Administration continues to closely monitor the safety of all vaccines in Australia.
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WOMEN in Business Sisters are doing it for themselves in North-West Brisbane (and Australia wide!), with a record number of women running their own small businesses.
New figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show 12.1 per cent of the nation’s 5.9 million employed woman are now their own boss. More than a third of all small businesses are headed by women, and there’s a blooming world of networking, blogs and entrepreneurial women taking advantage of the trend.
‘If you look at women in particular they are more formally educated and moving into their family forming years in their 30s, and they have invested more to prepare themselves, with more education, so they want to make sure they can continue a burgeoning career,’ social demographer Mark McCrindle explained. In this feature, we are celebrating twelve incredible local businesswomen who have taken a leap of faith and are making a name for themselves in small business. From dentists to barbers to bakers, all these ladies are from truly diverse industries. We have also compiled an online ‘Mini Mag’ that contains all the ladies from edition one of this feature (that was in 2017!) to this current edition, so head online to have a read on our website at www.echo-news.com.au
GENTLEMEN It’s Your Turn Next!
The Everton Echo will be publishing a MEN In Business feature in the upcoming JULY edition. This feature will follow the same layout as this Women In Business feature. Spots are limited! For more information, contact admin@echo-news.com.au
The Admire DentistryTeam Priya Say hello to Dr Alex, Dr Emma and Priya! These ladies at Admire Dentistry are here to take care of all your oral health care needs.
Dr Alex Davies excels in all fields of dentistry with a particular interest in Endodontics and Facial Aesthetics. Alex has a kind and understanding demeanour and believes in taking the time to explain treatment procedures and plans to ensure that her patients’ needs are met. Dr Emma Broughton focuses on preventative and minimally invasive techniques. She takes a life-long view to dentistry, striving to meet her patient’s needs with stable, long-lasting results. Emma particularly enjoys treating children and dentally phobic patients. Having experienced traumatic dental treatment herself, she empathizes with anxious patients and is
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Priya Holland is your Oral Health Therapist. Priya specialises in dental hygiene and preventative treatments. She has a passion for helping patients with their Oral health and is very excited to help build the hygiene department within Admire Dentistry. With Priya by our side, Admire Dentistry will continue to maintain the very best in oral hygiene and cleaning care for our patients. If you are looking for a Dentist, Alex, Emma and Priya are the ladies for you! They place a high value on honesty and transparency when it comes to their patients’ treatment needs. Call Admire Dentistry 30641044 or visit our website www.admiredentistry.com.au to book an appointment.
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Tahnee Simpson Alexandra Davies Admire Dentistry in Arana Hills is where you will find Dr Understanding Alexandra Davies.that everybody – and every body – is different, CompoundingPharmacy.com.au’s coAlex found her love forpharmacist Dentistry while being mentored owner, compounding and women’s health by Dr Ed Tucker at his dental practice in Samford. When specialist, Tahnee Simpson, offers locals direct access she graduated from Dental School she was lucky enough to tailored support. toFor bemany offered a complicated job with the practice. with health needs, compounded allow for medications to be tailored to theit Inmedications 2018 Alex began locum work in Biloela, she enjoys patient rather than the around. Working out there–and continues to other fly outway 1 week a month. with their doctor to tweak small increments in active Late 2019 saw Alex make a big decisionmedication: to embark on ingredients creates a personalised a a‘goldilocks’ new chapter. She always dreamt to one day own her dose. own practice, and in May 2020 this became reality. This “I’m especially passionate about helping women in our new adventure has brought Alex to Arana Hills where she community”, said Tahnee. “For example, you shouldn’t has opened a brand new dental practice she is proud have to suffer through menopause. By taking the totime call to herunderstand own. how menopause is affecting the
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Alex loves her profession. It can be challenging at times individual, we can play a role in She creating a personalised but also extremely rewarding. loves meeting new treatment their needs the people andprogram is fond of addressing all her patients. While she and excels in unique hormone balance their body is seeking – the all fields of dentistry, she particularly enjoys Endodontics cause of those frustrating symptoms. If one-size-fits-all and Oral Surgery in addition to a newfound love of Facial treatment options haven’t worked for you, consider a Aesthetics (anti-wrinkle and filler). more personalised approach.” Alex values honesty and transparency when it comes to Tahnee offers a wealth of expertise and compassion, her patient‘s treatment needs and values working with with an interest in helping men and women to both treat other allied health professionals. their existing health challenges, and to explore natural Alex loves to keep fit and and conventional approaches to preventative wellness. healthy with friends. She For or and script, hasaaconsultation horse, 2 dogs is drop into the pharmacy at 10 Dallas Keperra, or excitedPde, to be introducing visit them online at www. 2 mini Galloway steers to compoundingpharmacy. the family. com.au
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Ann Russell Director ann.russell.art
Ann Russell has been working as a teaching artist in the local area for two decades. Having trained as a visual art teacher, she has combined her arts practice with teaching and now operates her arts and education business from her leafy property in Cashmere. Ann is a strong advocate for art education, believing it to contribute to greater creativity, diversity, and personal wellbeing. She explored this further while studying for her Master of Arts and then her Doctorate of Creative Arts, using mixed media to create stunning magical installations, recently exhibited in Caboolture. She is an experienced and sensitive teacher, ensuring that she provides a safe place for students of all ages to explore their creativity, without fear of criticism. Her art practice explores our relationship with nature,
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producing mixed media artworks in both two and three dimensions which feature fascinating textures and beautiful colour combinations. An award winning artist, Ann has exhibited locally, interstate and overseas and been selected as a finalist in prestigious exhibitions such as the Churchie Emerging Art Award, the Woollahra Small Sculpture Award and Sculpture at Scenic World. She has work in private and public collections around the world. Ann is participating in this year’s Open Studios and Arts Trail throughout the month of June so you can visit Ann’s studio in person on June weekends or visit Ann’s website to book a creative workshop or purchase some of her work.
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HayleyCrisafio Owners Blackwood Café & Espresso Bar, FERNY‘s Café & Espresso Bar & Moggill Café & Espresso Bar
Jaimi Wilson Hayley Crisafio and Jaimi Wilson—a two-woman team that have taken Brisbane’s café industry by storm. As dreamers turned doers, this local power-duo are certainly a force to be reckoned with. Here’s their inspiring timeline: 2015 After visiting the Gold Coast and falling head over heels in love with their dream of owning a café on the strip, Hayley and Jaimi packed their bags and relocated from Perth to Brisbane in a heartbeat.
traction on social media was phenomenal, with the café earning almost 2000 likes pre-launch. However, there were many sceptical folks in the community, after seeing a handful of owners come through over the years who couldn’t quite hit the mark. But not to fear—after being open for only 18 months, it was already crystal clear that Ferny’s, like Blackwood, was on track to smashing Hayley and Jaimis’ 5-year goals out of the ballpark, too.
2016 Fast forward a year later, and they had seized the opportunity of purchasing an old store in Mitchelton, then transformed it into what is now known as Blackwood Café & Espresso Bar. Nestled amongst the tree-lined streets of North West Brisbane, this café quickly became a booming, suburban hotspot for neighbourhood residents to enjoy.
Well, according to two little birdies, this year there are two new stores in the business’ pipeline. Scheduled to open September 2021 is store number 3, Moggill Café & Espresso Bar. Moggill is a suburb west of Brisbane (19 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD) that is home to 12 000 people, with lots of newly built-up homes in newly established estates. It has a very limited selection of coffee and breakfast places around them, so the girls’ café is sure to be a massive triumph with the locals, or with anyone planning a day trip down west!
2019 Three years have passed, each a step-up from the last. By now, Blackwood Café & Espresso Bar have hit all of its 5-year goals from the girls’ business plan, including sales targets, employee structures and succession plans, and having a majority of the café’s policies and procedures automated. It was from these successes that Hayley and Jaimi were able to step out, duplicate, and open another store. December 2019, the duo launched Ferny‘s Cafe & Espresso Bar—only 4 months before COVID-19 hit. 2020 With the shadow of the pandemic looming over us all, Ferny’s became a shining beacon in our community’s long journey to recovery. We fell in love with Ferny’s before the store’s doors were even open; a well-oiled café was on everyone’s wish list, it seemed. The
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2021: The year of asking, “What’s next?”
Store number 4—yet to be named—will definitely hit closer to home for Hills and Everton residents. Word has it that this store will rep a completely new venue and brand. While the first 3 cafés share the same brand, similar logos, and identical menus, store number 4 will have exciting, fresh twists to keep things interesting. Located in Ferny Grove in a new development scheduled for 2023, planning has already commenced for this exciting new secret in the Hills. So, there you have it—Hayley and Jaimi’s inspiring climb up the ladder of local success! For more information about their hustle-bustle business—or to keep in the loop about store number 4—check out Blackwood Café & Ferny Café on social media. Regardless, I’m sure this won’t be the last time you hear about these motivational women in our workforce.
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Kristin Caldera Chief caker, Caldera.CAKING
Meet Kristin, the face behind local caking business Caldera.CAKING. With 20 years experience under her belt, Kristin has the background and knowledge to create the ultimate sweet treat for any occasion. Kristin is a qualified chef, however, she has always been drawn to the sweeter side of cooking. This dates back to her childhood when her mother would bake a special cake of her choice for her birthday (or two, one for school and one for the party). ‘I would spend a lot of time flicking through the old Women’s Weekly Cakebook - the one with the classic train on the front,’ said Kristin. ‘I’d then flag all the cakes I wanted to have and would find it very hard to narrow down to the final choice! ’
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Since school, Kristin has been working within the industry and went onto own a cake business in Cairns. However, due to change of circumstances, she moved to Brisbane and then went on to open up Caldera. CAKING. Since launching last year, Caldera.CAKING has gone from strength to strength and her offerings of buttercream cakes, cupcakes and brownies, (all freshly made to order) are now renowned within the district. ‘I’m so in love with cake-making. It brings me much happiness and satisfaction to create beautiful pieces that can be part of someone’s special celebration,’ stated Kristin. Get in touch with Kristin today to secure a sweet treat for that birthday, anniversary or special occasion!
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Long-time local, Sue Otto. Began her career in the print industry in 2008 and has pursued that passion since. After spending time helping create Personalised Merchandise, selling key rings, coffee mugs and stubby coolers, she went on to assist Patrick in creating a store in Arana Hills named Print Arana in March 2012. The business grew exponentially, moving to a larger premise across the road in early 2019. However, sadness struck the business due to COVID-19 pandemic causing Patrick to close the business. Not one to be defeated with her passion for the printing industry firing on all cylinders; Sue established a new printing and signage business in the heart of Arana Hills called QLD Print and Signs in September 2020. Since this time, Sue has progressively grown the
business and built a solid local presence by establishing high quality and budget friendly printing and signage services. She is proud to employ a local team of five skilled members, all who are well equipped to serve the printing requirements of its clients. The business specialises in print production, signage, and design. You will see many ‘QLD Print’ signs around the local area – something of which Sue is immensely proud of. ‘It warms my heart to see QLD Print and Signs designs being used in the local area. I feel truly grateful to be able to help local businesses get noticed locally in a cost effect manner,’ said Sue. So pop down and see the friendly team at QLD Print and Signs at Shop 7, 22 Nepean Ave, Arana Hills.
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The tables have turned in the once male dominated veterinary profession. Where once 99% of veterinary medicine graduates were men, today 80% are women. Here are two of the new highly skilled vets that have just joined the fantastic female Vetkind team.
Dr Ema Bowman BVSc (dist), MANZCVS (SAIM) Experienced New Zealand and USA trained veterinarian, Ema Bowman has been smashing the glass ceiling of the veterinary profession since she graduated from Massey University in 2008. With a broad knowledge base that has been cultivated over 13 years,this experienced young lady is not only a talented Small Animal General Practitioner, but possesses a broad range of additional skills including; Internal Medicine, Feline Medicine and Breed specific considerations (especially BOAS). Ema is extremely focused on wellness and preventative care in order to foster long, happy, healthy relationships between pets and their owners. “Essentially I want to prevent problems, not wait until they turn up!‘’ explained Ema. It is therefore of no surprise to learn that she is one of the very few surgeons proficient in Bracycephalic Airway Improvement Surgery (BOAS) that essentially enables brachycephalic dogs eg. pugs, french bulldogs, boston terriers and bulldogs to breathe! This special surgery is recommended for every flat faced dog if they are to have the best chance at a long and happy life. Airway improvement surgery widens the nostrils, shortens AND thins the soft palate, removes everted laryngeal saccules (grade 1 laryngeal collapse) as well as removing abnormally enlarged tonsils. This all adds up to providing more oxygen to the heart and lungs. Ema encourages any owner of a brachycephalic dog to look in to this procedure. ‘I continue to be heartbroken by the lack of awareness and education among vets, breeders and owners of the unnecessary hardship these dogs experience - and worse in the Qld heat!’ said Ema. Not one to sit on her laurels, this skilled vet is constantly learning, upskilling and devouring all new literature to keep up to date with developments within her profession. Ema will be consulting at Arana Hills Vet Clinic and Fernlands Vet Practice.
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Dr Judy Quinn BVSc (Hons) With over 30 years experience in veterinary practices, you can be sure your pet is in safe hands with local vet Judy Quinn. Growing up in Brisbane, Judy always had an affinity for animals, and was particularly drawn to horses. At a young age, she recalls a story that sticks in her memory about the treatment of injuries sustained by a foal belonging to her Grandfather. It was this story that set her on the path to studying veterinary science. After graduating from the University of Queensland in 1987, she started her career working in mixed animal practice. During this time she found her interests were more for companion animals which led her to spend a few years in the UK working in a small animal practice, giving her invaluable experience. Judy has a particular interest in preventative medicine and keeping our pets healthy. She says this month can be a challenging time for our older-aged pets and encourages the community to keep a good eye on them. ‘In June, I am starting to focus on our senior pets. Often more problems become apparent in our older-aged pets during the colder winter months,’ explains Judy. ‘We can really help animals to enjoy a happier, healthier life by seeing them regularly and identifying and treating problems/issues early.’ As a nature-lover, Judy is passionate about the conservation of our natural environment and preserving it for years to come. With this comes a strong interest in protecting and treating wildlife. Judy’s interests away from work include; horseriding, gardening, playing the piano, cooking and reading. She also loves to travel, particularly to Africa. Judy is also kept busy after work, with her small farm where she lives with my her family, two dogs, three horses and a small herd of cattle! Judy will be consulting at Fernlands Vet Practice.
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Susanne Jones Managing Director Just Better Care Brisbane North and CBD A lot has changed since the last ‘Women in Business’’ feature. As I am preparing my contribution for this year’s edition, I am asking myself whether a similar rendition of last year’s content is going to meet people’s expectations in this new world. The Covid-19 pandemic has changed our lives. It has changed the way we think, feel and go about our day-to-day. We had to re-learn to wash our hands properly, keep our distance from others, tap elbows instead of shake hands and queue in orderly fashion at the coffee shop while standing on taped crosses. A small compromise one would think in order to prevent the spread of a disease that has claimed the lives of so many across the globe. However, we must not underestimate the impacts Covid-19 had on people’s mental health. A select few people thrive with very little human contact, but most of us need to spend time with others to remain emotionally healthy and happy. Soon after Covid-19 had reached the community my business serves, the team and I experienced a noticeable change in the behaviours in our customers while dealing with increased loneliness and social isolation. Our Community Support Professionals were tasked to share strategies with those customers who do not have loved ones around them in support during a time that brought unprecedented (term of the decade?) challenges to us all. There is a lot we can do to ease the discomfort of loneliness and social isolation and having time alone doesn’t have to be a bad thing: 1. Be productive. Just because you might be spending extra time alone doesn’t mean you just have to be miserable. Everyone feels better when they are being productive. 2. Get a pet. If you don’t already have a pet, consider adopting one. What type of animal interests you and will suit your lifestyle.?
3. Connect with others in a safe manner. Use your imagination and find a way to connect with people while making your health a priority. 4. Take up a solo hobby. There are plenty of hobbies you can do by yourself. Yoga, online chess, knitting, writing and painting are just a few. 5. View beautiful things. You can view just about anything in the world with your smartphone or computer. Spend a little time looking at beautiful things each day and you’ll feel great. 6. Maintain a high level of self-care. It’s important to continue taking good care of yourself even if you’re spending a lot of time alone. For example, a long hot bath is something that you do for yourself, not for others. 7. Be creative. Many people find extra creativity when they have some time to themselves. Why not take advantage of your solitude and let the creative juices flow! About Susanne and Just Better Car Brisbane North After spending time and leading teams across the disability and aged care sector, I discovered Just Better Care 6 years ago. I have an amazing team who helped to organically grow the business across Brisbane’s Northside and build a solid local presence by ensuring the provision of high quality in-home care and disability support services. With our local offices strategically located in Kallangur and Gaythorne, both employing a team of over 90 skilled Community Support Professionals, Just Better Care Brisbane North is committed to assisting people to live a full, connected and independent life. As an approved Aged Care provider, we administer Home Care Package funding and are guided by our customers choices and their needs. As an NDIS registered provider, we offer a range of in-home, social and lifestyle support services as well as NDIS Plan Management. Talk to us today!
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Activities for grandparents and grandchildren to do together
Spending time with grandchildren is a special opportunity to deepen bonds, share stories, teach them a skill and even impart grand old wisdom.
Grandchildren may have dozens of toys or technology devices but always prefer precious time with doting grandparents. Choosing activities everyone will enjoy safely means considering both the child’s interest level as well as a grandparent’s energy and mobility levels. Here are some fun ideas grandparents and grandchildren can enjoy at different ages and life stages: FOR BABIES AND PRE-SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN Storytime at the local library Most local libraries offer a weekly story time for babies and pre-schoolers, aimed at introducing little ones to the joys of language through rhyme, music, story and craft. Check out Brisbane City Libraries and Moreton Bay Libraries for their session times for children of different ages. The short engaging children’s programs that most libraries offer are the perfect free weekly outing that fits in well with nap and mealtimes. The books, songs and craft activities offer ample inspirational and great tips to encourage continued reading and music at home. Animal encounters Animals of all shapes and sizes are always interesting to small children and can hold their attention for a long time. Feeding ducks or bird watching in the local park makes a fun, educational activity where a child can learn about creatures and
their habitats. Playing with domestic pets, such as a dog, bird or goldfish, is another great daily activity that brings pleasure to young and old. A trip to the zoo or wildlife park has plenty to amaze and entertain young children but is more manageable when they are older and can walk (without a stroller) and don’t need a long daily nap. PRIMARY SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN Fishing and other hobbies When children are aged 6 to 12 years old, they are eager to learn skills from a patient and caring teacher. If a grandparent has knowledge of how to fish, this is an activity every child loves to learn. Fishing with a child means endless hours of de-tanging lines, baiting hooks and dealing with snares, but the joy of catching the first fish is well-worth the forbearance. If fishing is not a family passion, another hobby may be equally as absorbing. Making model trains or flying kites are timeless hobbies, often most loved by children and patient grandparents. Grandparents who are handy with woodworking tools can also share this craft with a child and make a wooden toy together. Teaching a child a life skill such as this takes time and gentle encouragement, so it’s best to set aside a whole afternoon or even a full weekend. Knitting Knitting is a timeless craft that children often find soothing and enjoyable. It is a great activity for a cold, wet winter’s day too. Boys and girls alike enjoy knitting and creating something they can be proud of. When teaching a child to knit, keep it very simple. Use large needles (size 12 or bigger) and chunky yarn which they can handle. The added advantage is chunky wool comes together quickly to make a simple scarf, so a grandchild can see their progress quickly. Baking simple recipes together Everyone loves eating delicious food. Most children jump at the chance to help in the kitchen and be part of the action. If a grandparent has a special signature recipe, children are always eager to learn, to keep the traditional recipe in the family. Start with simple dishes or involve the child in simple, but memorable steps in the process – like cracking eggs, stirring or adding the finishing touches. Picking veggies or flowers Children can be encouraged to help in the garden, picking flowers for a vase or harvesting any vegetables or herbs. This is a rewarding experience for everyone, especially children who learn where food comes from, how it grows and why they should eat their veggies! A beautiful bunch of flowers picked from a grandparent’s garden makes a beautiful memento of a lovely day together too. Contributed by Susanne Jones, Just Better Care Brisbane North and CBD
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Holiday Fun Without Breaking The Budget
While 2020 hit the Samford Show hard, the event is back, bigger than ever in this year on the 10th and 11th July. As always, the show will have a focus on fun filled, family entertainment.
‘After a year’s delay due to COVID, we are really excited and ready to celebrate the return of the Samford Show this year,’ said Samford Show President Terry Hogan. ‘Our focus has always been about providing affordable family entertainment in a safe and secure environment. With our wide, open spaces and fresh country air we are really turning on the attractions this year to bring our guests even more fun.’ The Samford Show Entertainment Committee has a huge lineup of award winning entertainers, including Street Science stage show and workshops, Aussie FMX, Ashton’s Globe of Death and the Ashton’s Circus, and Dreamtime Reptiles to name a few. Samford mother of three, Stacey Bathe says, ‘We love the Samford Show. We have three kids under the age of seven and it is a great way for us to spend time as a family creating some great childhood memories – and who doesn’t like the Aussie FMX team performers?’ The increasingly popular Samford Dog Jump and now Miniature Dog Jump will be held around lunchtime Saturday. Champion woodchoppers will be competing throughout the weekend culminating in a huge showdown of raw strength. For a little bit extra, showbags will be on offer and of course the many rides that sideshow alley has to offer. A food festival full of our favourite food vans will also be on offer throughout the weekend. Samford Show organisers are predicting one of the most successful shows of its kind in Queensland since the onset of COVID-19. A COVID-safe plan negotiated with Queensland
Slime-making workshops are always a hit with the kids Health will allow patrons to feel safe and protected while observing some basic rules such as social distancing. BUT as Show Society President Terry Hogan points out, the Showground is a very big site for people to spread out and not feel crowded. ‘We are encouraging patrons to pre-purchase their tickets through an online system that will go live at the end of May, and everyone has to sign in at the gate on the QR COVID app which is easily downloaded onto your phone.’ Gates open on Saturday and Sunday at 8am with the fireworks kicking off at 6.30pm on Saturday night. The Samford Show is located on Showgrounds Drive, Highvale. For online ticket sales please book now at https:// brisbanetickets.com.au/event/samford-show-2021-13190 More information can be found at www.samfordshowsociety. com.au
Art & Crafters! The Samford Show is calling Preparations for the Samford Show are in full swing, and the Adult Arts and Craft section are now calling for all entries for this years show.
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There are usually over 300 exhibits in this section, showcasing the works from the talented people from around the region. If you are a bit of a creative, why not consider entering your art and craft? There are some great prizes on offer including cash prizes thanks to the generosity of the Hon Peter Dutton MP, Nikki Boyd MP and Cr Darren Grimwade. The Champion Craft and Champion Art winners will receive $350 each along with a trophy and sash. The People's Choice winner will score $150 and the Novice Art winner will receive $100 plus five lessons from Helen Evans of The Art Train Samford.Vouchers from Slab Hut Art and Craft Gallery Samford and Arana Leagues Club dinner vouchers will also be shared between the winners. Entry forms are now available at www.samfordshowsociety. com.au. From 1st June you can also pick up copies from Samford Design and Copy Centre, Slab Hut Art and Craft Gallery- John Scott Park Samford, Samford Post Office and Samford Variety Store. Due to COVID-19 regulations, entrants will be required to read through the conditions of entry before delivering the forms. There are also a wide range of other competitions on offer including; Cooking, Horticulture, Photography or Children‘s Art and Craft competitions, so be sure to check these out on the Samford Show website too. The Everton Echo, June 2021 - Page 21
Building Positive Support Around Those Affected By Addiction
Drug and alcohol addiction are challenges families and the wider community have difficulty understanding.
People subsumed by these dependencies face negative social judgement. Shame, humiliation and isolation haunt, not only the addicted, but also their families and friends. Blame is sometimes heaped on parents when what they need is help and support for their family and the family member who is addicted. Faced with the perceived stigma and the lack of community conversation around addiction, many families feel reluctant to reach out or are at a loss as to who to turn to for help and support. To try to make our community aware of the truths behind addiction, and the support services available for the addicted and their families, Samford Health And Wellbeing Support (an initiative of Samford Lions) is holding a free information evening on 15th June at the CWA Hall Samford. There will be a wide range of speakers at this event who include: Gai Lemon from Primary Health Network (PHN) North Brisbane. PHN runs programs and has networks dealing with alcohol and drug support, mental health and suicide prevention. Chrissie Kelly of Family Drug Support who runs programs to help families and friends of the addicted. North Brisbane District Vulnerable Persons And Domestic Violence Unit of Queensland Police, which gives domestic, family violence and vulnerable persons support as well as educating fellow police officers,. Chemmart Samford which gives information on prescribed drugs and help to those who need it.
Beyond Blue which provides Mental Health support and information. Margie Riley and Kevin Doyle who will share their lived experience as parents trying to help their addicted children. Thank you to the event sponsor, Cliff Holden from the Long Yard Larder Café Samford for supporting this event. For tickets and to register, visit https://events.humanitix. com/drug-awareness-forum Further information can be obtained by emailing lionsdsg@ gmail.com, calling 0408 772103 or visit their website at www. samford.qld.lion.org.au or Facebook page www.facebook.com samfordhealthandwellbeingsupportgroup
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Bee-utiful Plants for the Garden
From the Mitchelton and Districts Garden Club
The July meeting of the Mitchelton and Districts Garden Club Inc. will take place at the Enoggera Memorial Hall in Trundle Street, on Thursday, 1st July, provided there are no Covid 19 restrictions. ‘Plants to attract bees’ is the subject of the guest speaker, Bob Luttrell, that morning. We are so dependent on bees and other insects and creatures to pollinate the flowers on our plants to ensure there are seeds for the next crop. Disasters such as drought, heat waves, bush fires and floods have destroyed lots of bees or robbed them of their life-sustaining materials, so we must grow vegetation that the bees need. Here are some names of plants that would be helpful. Buddleia (Butterfly Bush), Daisies, Lavender, Callistemon (Bottlebrush), Abelia, Leptospermum (Tea Tree). Most of these are shrubs, but all flowering bushes and annuals could be on the list. Blue and lavender flowers in particular attract bees. Bob Luttrell will have lots more to tell on 1st July. Officially, the month of June begins our winter season. However, it's hard to predict what the climatic conditions will be. For winter, always water the garden after 9am and before 4pm. This gives the foliage time to dry while there's still warmth from the sun. Dampness on foliage after sunset encourages fungus and disease to attack. Sunshine on plants on a frosty morning will burn them, so it's a good idea to give the garden and grass a quick spray with the hose to melt away the frost. During the cold months maintenance in our garden will still be needed in the form of mulching, weeding and watering. Despite at the end of April and the beginning of May there were heavy rain and storms, our dams have not reached their desired capacity. There are still requests for the public to conserve water. So please be water conscious at all times. The May meeting had a good attendance and a wonderful display on the exhibitor's show bench. The judge, Margaret Morrow, a foundation member of the club, gave a Highly Commended Award to Jacqi Harwood for a beautiful succulent bloom which was remarkable. This club meets on the firsts Thursday of the calendar month except January. Morning tea is served at 9.45 am and immediately after that the meeting commences. Visitors and new members are most welcome. For more information, please phone the president, Pat, on 3356 1256.
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The Nest Community Announces Their Flagship ‘Exchange Project’
One of our local not-for-profit organisations has shared with us details of their exciting community initiative, which will bring teenage girls into their women’s space to provide mentoring workshops. The Nest Community is an organisation built on empowering and connecting women of all ages, and providing them a safe space to nurture and learn from one another. In their upcoming Exchange Project, the organisation will welcome girls from surrounding schools into their community home, where they will be offered the opportunity to connect with and be mentored by the Nest’s dedicated volunteers. This innovative initiative is a collaborative project focused on developing skills, fostering confidence and friendships in the local community. Over the course of the program, the girls will be involved in a variety of handmade living workshop experiences, as they will learn and develop a host of skills including sewing, knitting and sustainable gardening. The Nest Community’s co-founder and CEO, Roz Fenson, shared with us some of the goals behind the Exchange Project. “Forming intergenerational connections, sharing the often forgotten art of handmade living skills and providing these young women with a safe and inclusive space to share and manage their issues are the key outcomes we hope to see from this program,” Roz stated. “We understand the need for a place dedicated to women, their issues and their needs. Giving young girls a chance to become a part of our community has always been a key goal for our organisation, and the Exchange Project will play a huge part in allowing us to achieve that goal.” Roz continued. The Exchange Project is the Nest’s response to the growing disconnect being found between women of all ages, more than ever many girls are suffering from a lack of interaction with supporting and nurturing female figures. “Allowing these girls to work together with our volunteers as they guide them through the learning process creates an amazing, soft entry point to address and support them through the issues they may be facing in their school or home life.” Roz explained. Over the coming weeks, The Nest Community is keen to hear from individuals and organisations who would like to become
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The Nest Community has spent that past 6 years connecting women of all ages in their home dedicated to women through their affordable workshops, Nest Haberdashery and Garden Group. involved by offering project funding, sponsorship or donation. Helping in the management of the program, aiding the catering effort and offering workshop support are some of the additional ways in which you are able to volunteer your time. If you’re interested in learning more about the Exchange Project and how you can offer your support, contact The Nest Community via email at info@nestcommunity.org.au.
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Join local ladies for Social Activities Galore at Arana VIEW lunch in June An update from The Older Women’s Network Qld
The Mitchelton Branch of the Older Womens Network Qld Inc (OWNQ) meets formally and informally throughout the month and you are welcome to join them for any or all of their get togethers.
On Wednesday 23 June, the guest speaker will be Leonard Whittaker from the Hills District Chamber of Commerce Seniors Committee. Leonard will discuss the role of the Seniors Committee and their involvement with the Federal Government’s Be Connected initiative. The full list of June events are: • Tuesday 1st June 10am - Coffee/Techno Morning at Arana Leagues Club • Tuesday 8th June 10am - Zoom Meeting • Saturday 12th June 12pm - Lunch at Arana Leagues Club • Tuesday 15th June 10am - Coffee/Techno Morning at Arana Leagues Club • Wednesday 23rd June 10am - Monthly meeting at the Panthers Den Function Room, Arana Leagues Club. The Panthers Den is upstairs from Reception (Cost $5) The aim of the group is to provide information to women relating to a healthy outlook on ageing, and to meet in a friendly, social atmosphere. OWNQ Mitchelton is part of an organisation that is state-wide with groups in three states of Australia, as well as a National branch. All women are welcome. For more information ring Judith on 0431 159 921 or visit the website www.ownqld.org.au
Rotary isn’t just a club to join, but rather an invitation to endless opportunities, it’s amazing what we can accomplish when hearts and minds work together.
Contact the Club President Email: info@mitcheltonrotaryclub.org.au Mobile: 0418 785 662
An update from The Arana VIEW Club
Arana View Club members had a ball reminiscing about a different life from a bygone era at a recent trip to the Caboolture Historical Village.
The club have many social activities like these each month (in addition to their regular meeting) which the ladies always thoroughly enjoy. The Club’s next meeting is on 7th July at the Arana Leagues Club, Dawson Parade Keperra at 10.30am for an 11am start. Cost for the two course meal and tea or coffee is $30. There will be the usual lucky door and raffle prizes, the proceeds of which go towards supporting Arana View Club members at the their 14 Learning for Caboolture Historical Village. Life students. The guest speakers for July will be Glen Gillard and Amatus Akouboo Douw. Both are from the Free Papua Movement so should provide some interesting and thought -provoking information. Please phone Carol on 3355 5349 by noon on Monday 5th July if you are attending the Wednesday meeting. It has been wonderful to see new members at our meetings and we always look forward to making visitors feel welcome!
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Prime Time for Travel to the Gemfields News from The Mitchelton and Districts Gem Club
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As winter time approaches many members feel it is the time to have a winter break and travel to distant Gemfields.
The Queensland State Government has set aside areas that fossickers can fossick for gemstones. Some of the fields are quite a long way from Brisbane but that is the position we are now in, whereas most local deposits have now been dug out or have been developed. Nearby places include the Warwick and Gympie area for Gold, Yowah, Toompine and Opalton for Opal and the Chinchilla area for petrified wood. We have many members who travel to these distant fields in Winter time as the digging and sieving is less arduous than in the hotter months. Quite a few of our members also head to the Gemfields such as Anakie, Rubyvale, Sapphire and The Willows in search of sapphires and zircons, etc. In the cooler months, we try to plan field trips to different locations on a monthly basis for those members who have remained at home. Many of our members travelled to the Lismore Gem Show in May and while in that area searched for Labradorite near Casino. Labradorite is a faceting material and is relatively easy to find in the area our Club goes to. The Labradorite found is of the Golden variety and is not as hard as Topaz and Sapphire, so is not generally cut to set in rings (because of softness), but more often are set in brooches and pendants. The Mitchelton and Districts Gem Club has its clubrooms located at 46 Ferneydell Street, Ashgrove, and is open every Thursday from 9am to noon for cutting and polishing rocks and from noon to 3pm for silverwork. It is also open on Saturday from 1pm to 4pm. The Club caters for Gemstone enthusiasts in the North West area of Brisbane. If you feel this type of hobby interests you, do not hesitate to get in touch with either John 3351 1038 or Lloyd 3351 2093 who will be only too happy to have a chat to you about the workings of the club. Yo u c a n a l s o v i s i t u s o n o u r w e b s i t e – w w w. mitcheltondistrictsgemclub.wordpress.com or facebook page – Mitchelton and Districts Gem Club Inc.
Staying Safe at Home A monthly update from the USA Pine Rivers Club
U3A Pine Rivers will hold their monthly Social and Information morning on Friday 18th June 2021, at the Kallangur Memorial Bowls Club, 1351 Anzac Avenue, Kallangur.
Officer Rodney McDonald from Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) will conduct an important and informative presentation on Fire Safety in the home. Admission is FREE, please arrive around 9.30am for a 10am start. Also, members and visitors will be given the latest information on new U3A classes and future events. You can book and pay for Coach Trips or theatre outings, become a member, or renew your membership. Under Covid rules, the function room is restricted to 70 people. Morning tea is available for $1. Please BYO water. For general enquiries call 3880 6677 Monday to Friday 9am to noon.
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Newmarket Bocce Club Secretary, Bill enjoying some Precision Bowls By Mario De Marco, Secretary of the Newmarket Bocce club.
Hello again and welcome to my world of Bocce.
There are so many sports out there and I can understand how difficult it can be to keep members motivated. It may be just a matter of giving them new challenges. No different with Bocce. Bocce Australia, in conjunction with a Bocce club in Victoria, came to the realisation that to entice new members and keep old members challenged, they developed a new strategy and the Precision Bowling game was developed. As you can see in the photo, it is a succession of three large rings and a small ring where the Kitty/Jack is placed. Now, that outer circle is about two meters wide plenty of room to bowl a ball in, right? Well think again. You can play singles, doubles and even triples. Each player has four bocce ball and bowls into the circles. The point system is 1 point, 3 points and 5 points from the outer circle. If you move the jack and your bocce ball remains in that small circle, its 10 points. It is very difficult to achieve. If a player plays all four bocce balls, it is possible to hit one of your balls, which can add or lower your point score depending where it travels. So, on each bocce rink/court you play two ends. Your team score is added and recorded. As we have four bocce rinks/courts, we play eight ends in total. I hope you got all this! The winning team, of course is the team that has the most points. Note, the photo with ours. There is also a group shot of the club players. We played this as a competition a couple of weeks ago and all members enjoyed the game and can’t wait for the next one. Of course, we had a BBQ beforehand which went down well. To give you an idea, the winning team achieved 134 points, second 122 points, and third 102 points. Remember, if you want a go at bocce or just want to come have a look, give me or Bill a call on 0403 257 325 or 0431 458 481. If your community organisation is looking to increase numbers, or you have a story to share, drop us a line at The Everton Echo, admin@echo-news.com.au
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Everton News
from your State Member for Everton TIM MANDER
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Finally, after many years of applying pressure on the State Labor Government, the Everton Park Link Road (Stage 1) is open. This new link road through Everton Park’s retail hub provides a direct route between Stafford Road and South Pine Road which will improve congestion and redistribute traffic turning left into South Pine Road. Motorists who are travelling northbound on South Pine Road will have more traffic light green time during peak periods. Bike riders will also benefit from dedicated facilities including a direct link to the Kedron Brook Bikeway. Whilst this is a positive development, more effective traffic relief will only come about if the State Government funds stage 2 which is the direct upgrade of the notorious Stafford and South Pine Roads. At the last election, I committed, under an LNP Government, $100m to this much needed project. I will continue to lobby the State Labor Government to match this so we can spend less time stuck in traffic! For further information on Stage 1, go to www.tmr.qld.gov. au and search for ‘Everton Park Link Road’.
Throughout the year, I will be holding mobile offices around the electorate to give locals the opportunity to discuss any issues, concerns, or feedback in person. Please be encouraged to visit me at the following times and locations: • 4pm on Thursday the 3rd June at Teralba Park MARQUEE FOR LOAN Community groups, schools or sporting clubs are welcome to borrow my 3x3 Marquee for events. Please contact my office to organise the loan. CONNECT WITH ME If there is anything I can help with – send me an email at everton@parliament.qld.gov.au or call on 3535 1100. KEEP UP TO DATE Visit my Facebook TimManderMPEverton or website timmander.com.au
JP’s in the Community
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A voluntary Justice of the Peace service is available at the Brookside Shopping Centre, Mitchelton (just outside the Coffee Club, next to Woolworths) at the following times: • Mondays 11am – 2pm • Wednesday 11am - 2pm • Thursdays 5.30pm - 7.30pm • Fridays 11am - 2pm • Saturdays 10am – 1pm JP Service Guidelines Bring your own pen, and ensure you wash your hands before handling documents. • Stay home if you’re unwell • Use the hand sanitiser before and after handling any documents • Bring your own pen • Maintain 1.5m distance
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THE FERNY REPORT
by Mark Furner M.P.
State Member for Ferny Grove
It’s time to bang the drum; Newmarket State School has new facilities! In recent years, as young families have moved back into the Newmarket, Ashgrove, and Enoggera communities, Newmarket State School has doubled its student numbers which has put considerable strain on the existing staff and infrastructure. The Instrumental Music Program for example, was under such pressure for space that musical instruments were being stored everywhere from the administration building to the tuckshop. In 2017, the Electoral Commission changed the boundaries of the Ferny Grove Electorate to include Newmarket State School and I got straight to work advocating on the School Community’s behalf to improve the school’s inadequate facilities. Last year, partially during the COVID lockdown, construction began on a brand new $4.5 million building which delivered five new classrooms and a new dedicated music room to meet the needs of the school’s growing student population. Recently I visited the school and was given a tour of this magnificent new facility by Principal Vikki Richards. From the fantastic new general learning areas to the STEM classroom, the IT room, the new staff room, the breakout areas, the function areas, sound-proofed music room, and the bespoke courtyard. The modern schools we are providing for the next generation of learners are a long way from the simple classrooms I remember as a kid.
I am proud to be the state member of Parliament who gets to fight for the Newmarket School community. For over 115 years, Newmarket State School has educated generations of students, and with the new investments by the Palaszczuk Government Newmarket State School will only go from strength to strength.
Newmarket State School’s first ever female principal, Vikki Richards, giving me the grand tour of the brandnew facilities which opened earlier this year.
SENIORS - Join Our Club! Since returning this year, The Mitchelton Senior Citizens have welcomed quite a few new members to their club. However, they would love more residents to join their friendly club.
The club hosts a number of special events, one being their popular Australia Day Pie and Peas. The club meets on Mondays from 9-12pm for a chat, a concert and a light lunch at 30 Tel-el-Kebir St., Mitchelton (opposite Gaythorne RSL). On Tuesday and Friday mornings from 9-12pm the club also opens for indoor bowls & a cuppa. For more information about The Mitchelton Senior Citizens Club, please call 3351 0358 or 3351 0240 www.echo-news.com.au
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