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A LITTLE WRITER WITH BIG SUCCESS

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12 year old author Ameil - from Albany Creek - has published his own series of books, along with winning competitions in the writing world. Read his full story on page 3.

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A Little Writer With Big Success Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s Catman—the pento-paper brainchild of local 12-year-old author, Amiel Haddy.

Yes, you heard that right. We have a 12-year-old author in our community! A book writer since the ripe age of 9, Amiel has successfully published 6 children’s books—all of which are centered around the notorious superhero Catman and his thrilling adventures. Although he is really an 8-year-old boy named Alex, ‘Catman’ spends this book series fighting off evil with his supernatural powers of flight, super-speed, retractable claws, and a super-sonic purr. And how does Alex maintain this wild and wonderful double life? A magic, shapeshifting ring, of course!

For as long as Amiel can remember, he’s always had an interest in books. But his calling for writing didn’t come until he was 9 and losing himself in Andy Griffiths’ world-renowned Treehouse series. He became so inspired that, in 2018, Amiel won first prize in an Andry Griffiths/ Dymock’s Books national writing competition.

Amiel’s parents are super-duper proud of their son’s love for writing. His mum, Oriana Haddy, helped him publish and sell his books. Amiel boasts, ‘Mum thought I would lose interest after writing the first book, but I haven’t yet!’

Besides from reading and writing, Amiel is an avid videogamer, Lego-builder, and content creator on his YouTube Channel, TheGamingComputer_26. As such, Amiel’s big dreams for the future include becoming a famous author— unsurprisingly!—but also a famous streamer. Right now, the young teenager is continuing to shoot for the stars with his more mature fantasy novel in the making!

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Unleash your purse strings for the annual Cent Auction taking place on the 26th March at Aspley Leagues Club - and all for a terrific cause!

This annual auction raises funds for cancer research at QIMR Bergofer Medical Research Institute. Unfortunately, the auction has not taken place for the past two years due to COVID restrictions, however organisers hope this year it will be taking place bigger and better than ever. There will be over 100 prizes up for grabs including 2 x$100 vouchers, raffles and lucky door prizes.

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​For anyone interested in checking out Amiel’s awesome collection, head to his Mum’s Commerce profile on FaceBook Marketplace: Oriana M Haddy. Books 1-6 come as an $18 set in A5, or $30 in A4, with individual copies selling fast at only $3. Copies can be picked up or posted from Albany Creek, but deliveries are currently unavailable.

However, everyone beware! Amiel warns you all to buckle in for a rollercoaster-ride of reading fun. As the worlds of good and evil collide, which side do you think will win? Can Catman save the day after all?

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Recipe of the month Loaded Sweet Potatoes

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Serves: 4 | Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 30 mins Ingredients To serve: • 4 small sweet potatoes, washed • 1 avocado, deseeded • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil • Juice of half a lime • Freshly ground pepper + extra for drizzling • Sour cream (reduced fat) • 1 onion, diced • Coriander leaves, • 1 garlic clove, crushed roughly chopped • 1 teaspoon paprika • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • ½ teaspoon ground coriander seeds • 400g can black beans, rinsed and drained • 1 cup cheddar cheese, reduced fat, grated

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1. PREHEAT oven to 200°C. 2. PRICK the surface of the sweet potatoes with a fork then drizzle each with olive oil and wrap individually in foil. Place on a baking tray.

3. ROAST for 30 minutes or until soft and a knife passes through with no resistance.

4. SLICE each potato in half lengthways and mash the insides to soften with a fork.

5. HEAT frying pan on medium heat then add oil once hot. Fry the onion, garlic and spices until soft for about 5 minutes.

6. ADD the black beans and heat through and TOP each potato with bean mixture and a sprinkle of cheese.

7 . MAKE guacamole by mashing the avocado in a small bowl and mixing through the lime juice and some ground pepper. SERVE the sweet potatoes with a dollop of guacamole and sour cream and sprinkle Alternative: Prick the surface of the sweet potatoes with a fork and wrap each one in a damp paper towel. Microwave each potato individually on high for 6 minutes, or until soft

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A World of Adventure Awaits for Brendale

An concept plan for the exterior of the building

Adventure enthusiasts may soon be rejoicing, with the development application (DA) put forward to Moreton Bay Regional Council (MBRC) for an Adventure Mega Centre at Brendale.

Conveniently ear marked for 385 South Pine Road, Brendale (the corner of Old Northern Road and South Pine Road), the mega centre has aptly been named ‘Anaconda Adventureland HQ.’ If approved, the centre promises a world of adventure with showrooms, outdoor sales areas, a cafe, indoor sport and recreation facilities, a water world and nature play area all included in the application.

The DA proposes to have a single storey showroom fronting South Pine Road, which will be the main showroom ‘Anaconda Adventure HQ’ and provide an interactive experience for customers. There will be a range of shopping experiences and activities on offer, with customers having the ability to obtain local advice for their trips. Furthermore, an outdoor activity area allowing shoppers to ‘try before they buy’ when considering potential purchases is included in the plans.

The DA also proposes to have a two-storey retail building along the western boundary on Old North Road that will house retail

An concept plan for the whole development showroom tenancies on both levels. Upstairs it is proposed that there will be a indoor sport and recreation facility, along with a cafe with outdoor dining close to a water world and nature play area.

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Buying Back the Bush

MBRC will now manage the site for the conservation of the vegetation communities and to maintain and enhance the connectivity of the Four Mile Creek Corridor for the protection of priority species into the future.

This parcel of land is strategically positioned within an existing green corridor and has many important plant species that can continue to grow and thrive. It is also nearby to the other parcel of land along Eatons Crossing Road that was the first purchase through the program. Rehabilitation works have begun on that site with 1200 plants recently planted.

The newly erected sign at Eatons Crossing Road

As the region continues to grow, it is incredibly important to protect our wildlife and existing green corridors.

With this in mind, Moreton Bay Regional Council (MBRC) has commenced acquiring strategic land parcels to conserve the region’s ecological communities and protect native habitat and wildlife from future development.

After acquiring land in Clear Mountain and Caboolture, the third property purchased under the Land Buyback for Environmental Purpose has now been completed. This latest purchase comprises of 13 hectares of land on Eatons Crossing Road at Eatons Hill. The land is key wildlife habitat, with the property containing two vegetation communities suitable for koalas and the site contributes to the extension of the green corridor of Four Mile Creek. This corridor facilitates the movement and dispersal of koalas and other species towards core habitat in the Eatons Hill and Warner areas.

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Laughter Yoga Comes to Pine Rivers Gallery Space with New Exhibition

Holocaust survivor, philosopher and author Hannah Arendt wrote of her friendship with author Mary McCarthy: “It’s not that we think so much alike; it’s that we do so much thinking business for and with each other”.

That quote inspired Australian artist collective Barbara Cleveland to create the latest exhibition to be hosted by Pine Rivers Art Gallery ‘Barbara Cleveland: Thinking Business’ in which the ensemble of performing artists explores intellectual and creative connection.

It has also inspired the Gallery to introduce laughter yoga community workshops during the exhibition.

Free one-hour laughter yoga sessions – held within Pine Rivers Art Gallery at 11am on Saturday 26th March and Saturday 30th April – will be open to all ages and suitable for all abilities.

‘When we laugh together, we connect,’ says workshop facilitator, Heather Joy Campbell, a Moreton Bay region resident and global ambassador of Laughter Yoga Australia.

‘Laughing together is like social glue: we all laugh in the same language.

‘Research confirms it’s not just laughter itself but sharing laughter together that benefits relationships. Shared laughter signals that we see the world in the same way and, in that moment, boosts our sense of connection.’

Laughter yoga harnesses laughter as an exercise for physical, mental, and social wellbeing, without jokes or humour. It combines gentle stretches, playful movement, and hearty belly laughter with mindful yogic breathwork.

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‘Barbara Cleveland: Thinking Business’ exhibition is open to the public from 4th March to 30th April.

Find out more about laughter yoga at The Happydemic: www. thehappydemic.com.au Pine Rivers Art Gallery is at 130-134 Gympie Road, Strathpine. For more information about the exhibition, visit moretonay.qld.gov.au/galleries-museums

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A Magnificent Milestone Friendship & for The Local Lions Fun At Probus News from The Lions Club of Albany Creek

Here, we are nearly through February, which is moving at a rapid pace as many things feel that way once you get a little older.

Nevertheless, do not write the Lions off just yet. There is still plenty of get up and go in the members of the Albany Creek Lions Club. If you think you would like being a part of our Club please contact either our Secretary, Graeme, on 0408 374 719, or President Kaye on 0477 212 242 for more information. We would warmly welcome you to the Club and to Lions Australia, who celebrate 75 years of service this year.

In June, Albany Creek Lions celebrate 46 years of service to our community - a milestone we are very proud of.

We would like to thank the person or persons who nominated us for the Community Group of the Year Award which we were very proud to accept on Australia Day at the Dickson Community Awards event held at Samford. We are proud of the commitment we have made to help improve the lives of our community at Albany Creek and Eatons Hill. We have plans to continue that work and to take on some new projects as well, so why not have a think about coming on board to help us help your community?

We will be helping at the Moreton KidsFest at Pine Rivers Park, scheduled for Sunday 13th March, so why not come along and say hi?

If you would like to come and meet the members, our next dinner meeting, will be held on the 16th March at Hornets, Graham Road, Aspley. Contact Graeme or Kaye for details.

On behalf of the Members of Albany Creek Lions Club, please take care and stay safe. Let’s keep COVID away from our community.

Kaye Smith, President

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Probus is a most recognised and accessible organisation for retirees, fostering the true spirit of Probus – friendship, fellowship and fun.

The Albany Creek Probus Club is looking for new members in your area.

If you were to become a member, Probus provides you with the opportunity to join a social Club so you can meet other retirees on a regular basis, listen to interesting speakers and join together in social activities. A feature of Probus Clubs is that they do not get involved in fund raising.

The Albany Creek Probus Club meets at Hornets Club on Graham Road, Carseldine, from 10am on the first Thursday of each month.

To find out more information, please contact Secretary Greg Early on 0407 960 588 or early. gregory1@gmail.com.

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An update from The Hills Players Community Theatre

Orchids Galore at April Event

Peter Carmichael, Trevor Jones, Joanne Prove & Leesa Bartlett having a read through of Locked Down

The seven orchid societies of the North Moreton Qld Orchid Council Inc. will come together to put on a display of exotic orchids on the 8th and 9th of April.

We are now in full rehearsal mode on Monday and Wednesday nights at St Matthews Church Hall, Mitchelton from 7pm. These 2 plays will come under the heading of ‘Locked Down’ which is very appropriate in this time and era!

More information about these plays is to come next month. However, please put aside the dates of 13th, 14th, 20th & 21st May, as bookings will open soon.

Our Annual General Meeting was held on Monday 7th February and we thank all the outgoing committee members for their hard work and welcome all the new and existing committee members for all their efforts to come.

Monthly meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at St Matthews Church Hall, Church Road, Mitchelton at 7pm. We are always looking forward to welcoming new members, so come along and see how you can get involved and join the fun! More details can be found over at https://thehillsplayers.com

Hot and cold food and beverages will be available on site from the school canteen.

Come along and see this spectacular display of some of the most amazing plants in the orchid world.

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Hitting Your Burnout? Here’s How to 180 That Issue

Burnout—the act of one reaching their all time low, ‘InBetween’ stage—a over and over again, every day. period used to turn It is a term that is no stranger to anyone who has worked in the healthcare industry for an extended period of time. Let alone an entire decade, like Kristy Anne, a local nurse, author, and behavioural scientist. In her fresh-to-press second book, 30 Day Self-Care Solution for Nurses, Kristy tackles how to reduce burnout and create healthier relationships. Because relationships often take a toll when a person is dealing with the throws of burnout.

During her previous years of hospital shift work and parenting, with a lack of a support system holding her up, Kristy led herself into deep burnout territory. So far, she found herself discussing her existential crisis with a patient who was one boot through death’s door. Surely, stress and anxiety didn’t equal the ‘meaning of life’. Surely, she could reignite the spark within herself and leave her mental cage behind. Right?

With a few mindset changes and a reopened heart to new possibilities, she nosedived into the worlds of therapy, meditation, and journaling, to name a few things she tried until Kristy was able to find the solution. Her spark. Every step, every known method, and every piece of advice she collected along the way is all documented by Kristy in the 30 Day Self-Care Solution.

She reveals, ‘Writing played a massive part of my healing process… After seeing my colleagues and the state of healthcare recently I thought it best to put onto paper the practices I used that helped me to go from survival mode to start thriving in life again.’

One of such practices is what Kristy refers to as the

surviving into thriving and emotional pain into healing. Making use of this stage kickstarted Kristy’s self-healing j o u r n e y, a l l o w i n g her to discover what had really onset her burnout.

‘In order to get to the ‘Thriving’ stage of life, we just need Author of 30 Day Self-Care to go through the Solution, Kristy Anne often uncomfortable ‘InBetween’ phases, which is where we find healing’.

Life is too short for us to be submerged in a sea of stress and an ocean of anxiety. It is, however, long enough to build the best, strongest versions of ourselves possible. This book will assist that process, rewiring our brains for 30 days until we can adopt the healthy habits it discusses. Or, as Kristy would say, until we can put on our own oxygen mask—as they do in aeroplane demonstrations—to endure what life throws at us.

Kristy’s ultimate guide is available on Amazon via Kindle and Paperback, with the audiobook being recorded soon. Also, if you feel you could benefit from Kristy providing workshops in your business on managing and preventing workplace burnout, please feel free to reach out to her on Instagram or Facebook.

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Time to Support Local Business

With the recent wave of Omicron spreading throughout the region, a number of businesses have been impacted by COVID-related staff shortages, supply chain issues and loss of visitation.

In response, Moreton Bay Regional Council launched Back a Local last month, a six-week community campaign aimed at encouraging locals to eat, drink, shop, play, spend and back a local business.

‘Here in Moreton Bay, it’s in our DNA to embrace the Aussie way and look out for each other. Our businesses need the support of their local community, now more than ever,’ said Mayor Peter Flannery.

‘We might be the third largest local government in Australia, but our locals unapologetically embrace a sense of community that can rival even the smallest of towns.

‘As a local resident myself, I’m pledging to back a local business whenever I can in 2022, and I’m urging the community to join the cause.’

Whether it’s choosing to celebrate a special occasion at a local restaurant, engaging a professional service, or buying a gift, consumers are being urged to take a moment to consider where they are going to spend their hard-earned dollars.

Our local businesses have been required to adapt during COVID to continue serving the community and have expressed their gratitude for community support.

There are 29,000 businesses in the Moreton Bay Region supporting close to 140,000 jobs which help shape our region into Queensland’s best place to live, work and play. Back a Local’s objective is to help consumers develop a greater awareness of local businesses and the huge difference their

support can make to their staff and families.

Mandy Schultz from Luvaberry Farm reminded consumers of the follow-on effect even a simple coffee stop at a café that supports local business can have on our local farmers.

‘Over the last two years, for many people with the closing of restaurants, cafes and catering and all those special events that require food, it’s taken its impact on many farms in the region and the restaurants,’ she said. ‘So, if you get the opportunity, check in with your local café whether or not they’re supporting local, because it really does make a difference to us.’

To help residents show their support, a range of free resources are available on the Moreton Bay Regional Council website, including a printable Back a Local poster.

The community can help spread the message by sharing social media assets on their personal and business Facebook and Instagram pages.

For more information about Locals Backing Locals, visit www. moretonbay.gov.au/back-a-local.

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The Premier is calling on Queenslanders to help shape our future Queensland community and business leaders are invited to nominate to become a member of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Legacy Committee. The committee will provide input and advice to the Queensland Government on statewide legacy opportunities and priorities to maximise outcomes from hosting the Games.

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2. What areas of interest will you apply as a representative of the committee?

3. What skills and experience do you bring to the committee?

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Cakes with Personality

An update from the Brisbane North Cake Decorators Association

What a fun afternoon we had at our February Meeting!

We had a workshop by our guest demonstrator Maureen who showed us how to make many types of character faces. Maureen patiently guided us through the steps to creating faces and they all began to take on their own personality. It certainly provided several hours of fun. Hopefully we will all be more confident when asked to create one for a cake. It was lovely to see so many members attend and to see some new faces.

Our next meeting will be on Saturday 19th March at the Arana Hills Community Centre, Dawson Parade, Arana Hills commencing at 1pm.

Maureen with some of her cake faces We are a branch of the Queensland Cake Decorators Association and we aim to foster and improve the art of cake decorating and sugar craft by providing the opportunity for an exchange of ideas and skills. Each meeting we have some form of sharing, either a workshop or a demonstration by a member or guest.

Check our Facebook page by searching Brisbane North Cake Decorators Association QCDA or email brisbanenorthcakedecorators@gmail.com for more information.

New members are always welcome.

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Try Something New with VIEW in 2022

Looking to meet some new people and try something different in 2022?

VIEW Clubs (Voice, Interests and Education of Women) are a valued part of The Smith Family, which the Brendale Evening VIEW Club support by sponsoring eight Learning for Life students. They hold monthly dinner meetings where you can enjoy a two course meal, chat with new friends and listen to an entertaining guest speaker.

Members meet for a regular coffee morning (which often merges into lunch!) on the first Saturday of the month at White’s Coffee Co., Bracken Ridge Tavern, Bracken Ridge. Various other outings during the year are held, as well as the annual Fashion Parade.

Dinner meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month at Aspley Hornets Football Club, 50 Graham Rd, Carseldine. Visitors are always welcome to attend meetings, however a booking is required. Pop down and give them a try as they would love to meet you!

For more information, email brendale. view@gmail.com or phone 0409 991 428

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Rotary Supports And Cares

An update from the Rotary Club of Aspley If we’ve learned anything these past couple of years, after year. Talk about dedication, and proof positive that ‘it’s it’s that anxiety and depression can and has affected in the giving that you get…’ This phrase seems to be the glue even the most hardy of minds. We've been living in that keeps people coming back for more and inviting others crazy times and this year has started on a similar foot. to join us. Perhaps these reasons will shine a little optimism So many people have been feeling alone and lonely being isolated from family and friends, from interstate, overseas, or even in the next suburb in some cases.

You may have been anxious about your health and the health of people you care about, overwhelmed trying to keep your business afloat or pivoting to try something totally new. Feeling somewhat hopeless and helpless with the rules changing every other day is very common right now.

It's been a time of great turmoil, but for some of us, there has been one consistent; one true north; one group that has stuck together, supporting each other and the community. That group is Rotary, and our club is Aspley.

We know that when people feel most vulnerable and we reach out to help, everybody wins and we all receive the gift of giving. Giving of time, energy, thoughtfulness, a conversation.

You see it’s in the giving that you get! When you give to someone you also receive, a smile, a happy thought, and a difference made to that person that day.

The men and women of Aspley Rotary have a reason to be optimistic. Our eclectic members have served Rotary from anywhere between 4 to 43 years and have occupations ranging from Builder, Lawyer, Real Estate, Professional Speaker, and some retired persons as well.

I asked some of our members a week ago what the main reason they are in Rotary, and the reason they continue to sign on year

on your day?

Being part of something bigger, Community Service, Compassion, Connection, Contribution, Fellowship, Friendship, International projects, Making a difference, Opportunity to do something much bigger than we can do alone, Satisfaction, Saving lives, Service, Teamwork, Working together and having fun whilst helping people in our community who may be struggling or experiencing some kind of hardship.

If you think, feel or know that you need to - or want to - belong to and contribute to something great, please call our President David Winters on 0418 731 099, or come and join us at Hornets to meet our members and see if we are a good fit for you and your desire to contribute to the world around you.

Aspley Rotary is a group of dedicated men and women who gather on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at Hornets Football Club, Graham Road, Aspley to collaborate, connect and contribute to the community in which we live.

‘In the helping of others we ultimately help ourselves – it’s a psychological phenomenon that gets all those happy hormones pumping, and it’s one reason we keep doing it.’ Belinda Shaw.

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How to Network with the Kids in Tow

Life as a mum in business can be tough. Believe me I have four kids and I'll admit it, operating Echo News with them in tow can be tough sometimes!

As any mother will resonate, challenges can range anywhere from working in the office with little ones at your feet, daycare calling to say the kids have a rash and need to be picked up early (dang, there goes my work day), to juggling the school runs and extra curricular activities around meetings. Oh, let's not forget the hurdle of trying to take a business call with ‘Mum, I'm hungry!’ howling from the back seat of the car!

Another challenge is networking...or lack of it I might add.

Let's face it, attending a business networking event with the kids in tow can come across as (a) unprofessional and (b) not much fun for you!

Well, the good news for our local entrepreneurial mums is that you CAN network locally AND bring the kids! Mums in Business North Brisbane (MIB) is a new age movement, and is here to relieve that frustration and isolation that can be felt by our local female movers and shakers in business.

These ladies are a group of ambitious and motivated Mums in Business that want to create a profitable business, and live life on their terms - motherhood is certainly not getting in their way of killing it in the business world. They differ from other networking communities as they are child friendly, so the mums are welcome to bring their children along to their events, allowing them to collaborate, learn, connect and grow, in a safe and welcoming environment with the opportunity with business growth potential. From sharing tips, strategies and advice on a range of topics from sales to social media, self care and planning, you are bound to learn a thing or two at their meetings.

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Last months MIB Brisbane North meeting at White Horse Ranch in Albany Creek.

Networking events also include fabulous guest speakers where you can learn tips and tricks from other local business ladies.

Or, you may want to promote your business in our community through being a speaker yourself!

The organisation also provides supportive Facebook groups, to all women in business regardless of the industry they are in, or if they are new to business, or have been running their business for sometime.

In addition, the group love supporting local businesses by hosting our events at local cafes, (check out the previous meeting in the pic above at White Horse Ranch in Albany Creek. Their next event is scheduled for Friday March 25th from 12-2pm at Tettos in Everton Park, where an Instagram training workshop will take place which promises to be fun and interactive. Everyone is welcome - including little ones!

For more information visit www.facebook.com/groups/ mumsinbusinessnorthbrisbane

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• Do you know of a local that does extraordinary things and deserves celebrating?

• Do you belong to a not-for-profit group and would like to share your news? (Psst. its a great way to grab some free promotion for your club!)

Then we want to hear from you!

Email admin@echo-news.com.au or call 0447 963 577

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History

Tales of the Terrific Trams

An update from Enoggera & Districts Historical Society Inc.

A Day To Remember

News and Views from a Tramway Muse

by David Fryer

Samford Road, Enoggera - 1949

Here is a photo of the first day that trams started providing services to Enoggera – way back in 1949.

Does anyone out there remember catching a tram along the Enoggera line between 1949 and 1969 – the year when trams stopped operating in Brisbane?

Anyone out there who was actually present at the event that first day back in 1949 when trams first came to Enoggera?

If so, you may be interested in getting more involved with the Enoggera & Districts Historical Society Inc. (EDHS). We have our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday, 27th March.

A great time to get involved. A display and refreshments will be on offer from 2pm, with the formal meeting starting at 3pm.

The venue is the Enoggera Memorial Hall, with access via 36 Trundle Street.

We have volunteers at the Enoggera Memorial Hall each Thursday from 9.30am to 1pm to host our public history display. Please drop in and say ‘hello’.

Remember to follow our news and updates on our Facebook page (Likes and Comments welcome!) or view information on our website www.enoggerahistory.org For any AGM enquiries, or feedback on the Enoggera tram photo, please get in touch by phoning 0475 353 550 or emailing enoggerahistory@gmail.com Take care, everyone.

Andrew McMicking, President

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April 13th, 1969. Joh Bjelke-Petersen is premier of Queensland; our troops are still fighting a lost cause in Vietnam; the Beatles are working on their final album, Abbey Road; and Cate Blanchett is just weeks away from her premier appearance – her birth.

More importantly, April 13th also marks the last tram to run on Brisbane streets. While it may have been a day to rejoice for Lord Mayor Clem Jones, it was a sad day for many Brisbane residents.

To be fair, Mr Jones achieved so much for Brisbane in his fifteen years of office. He managed to develop a town plan, seal unpaved roads, improve drainage, and connect sewers to most of the city.

Unfortunately, the town plan failed to save the Bellevue Hotel, Cloudlands, His Majesty’s Theatre and many other irreplaceable historic buildings. And his decision to abolish the trams was highly controversial at the time. While other cities like Lisbon, New Orleans and Melbourne celebrate their historic tramways today, we can only imagine an historic quarter in the CBD of Brisbane served by authentic trams.

Fortunately, all is not lost. The Brisbane Tramway Museum has a fine collection of Clem Jones cast-offs and visitors will be able to ride a selection of authentic original trams on a special Commemoration Day on Saturday 9th Arpil from 3pm to 7.30pm at 20 Tramway St, Ferny Grove.

The theme will be a PRE-EASTER FESTIVAL, with plenty exhibits and activities for children including: • Making an Easter Bunny Face for a tram.

• Making an Easter Bunny Head with a hole for a photo-shoot.

• An Easter Bonnet Competition for primary school children.

Rotary will rustle up some sizzling snags and the museum will offer ice creams and soft drinks. There’ll also be a coffee wagon on duty and it’s rumoured that a high-profile chocolate manufacturer may attend. Entry prices: Adult - $15, Concession - $12, Children - $8, Family - $46.

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Helping Our Girls Find Support

Amy Patten, a local resident who strives to better the lives of disenfranchised and isolated women, has launched an online bra-fitting business with Intimo.

Throughout their life, women change bra sizes. They grow through developing breast tissue and childbearing, they shrink after breastfeeding, and they may change in shape with age—all requiring different types of support. Many women overlook these changes and continue to purchase the same, outgrown, uncomfortable bra size for years. As well, many women have one or more bras in their drawer that they haven’t reached for in years. Think maternity bras—now too big—or teenager bras—now too tight, or sports bras that were rarely used. With most major department stores and speciality shops no longer providing fitting services, women struggle to obtain the guidance they deserve. This is where Amy’s fitting services come in handy.

Ever heard of a ‘bra party’, where ladies get together under one roof to sip wine and try on new bra products? Attending these sort of events was the traditional avenue to accessing Intimo’s products, however this didn’t typically suit everyone. Over the past year, with pressure from fluctuating Covid-19 restrictions raining down on the business, Intimo developed virtual fittings.

These sessions ensure that women everywhere—include our remote ladies—have access to the feel-good fit of comfortable, high quality lingerie underwear that they deserve.

“I am just really excited to offer a virtual service to women to have an easy, professional bra fitting experience,” Amy explains. ‘At a virtual fitting I talk through how to take the measurements (that I would do in person) to ensure we find the perfect fit and styles for your shape. I am taking virtual bookings that use zoom as the platform – you are not required to undress—just wear a thin-fitted top over your best fitting bra. If you are not up with Zoom, you can contact me, and we will arrange an alternative fitting style.’

Through her roles as a teacher, a disabilities coach, a health promoter, and a mother of three girls, Amy has become well aware of the significant number of disadvantaged women and girls in her community and beyond. It is her dream to be able to better their lives in any way she can. As she started up her business in bra-fitting, it was her community she had in mind; she now had a means by which she could lift up the disadvantaged. Additionally, as part of this passion project, Amy set out to join Support the Girls, which is a non-forprofit organisation that is run by women, for women. She will collect pre-loved but good condition bras to donate and refit into the community.

Amy reveals, ‘I look forward to donating my time to Support the Girls to fit donated bras on women and girls in rural outreach events later in the year.’

Now, to make a donation throughout ALL of March, donators must ensure that their bras are clean (no marks or stains), aren’t stretched, and have functional clips and straps.

Anyone and everyone can drop their bras to Jess or Lara at Millies, Albany Creek Square, Albany Creek, Lee at Style my Way, Ferny Hills, or at the Sweat Like a Girl being held on the 26th of March.

Alternatively, you can contact Fitted by Amy for collection arrangements via amy.patten@intimo.com.au or 0478 161 092.

Come share the pre-love with your community!

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Local resident and bra fitter, Amy Patten

WATER PET CREMATION Our pets are our family ~ when the time comes, say goodbye with compassion and love.

Water Pet Cremation is a Gentle, Eco-Friendly alternative to traditional fire pet cremation or burial. It is not a burning process. It uses a combination of gentle water flow, warmth and natural alkalis.

Widely used throughout the world and now well established in Brisbane ~ Call us in your time of need and we will assist you in every step of the process. We can also organise in-home euthanasia requirements with a variety of veterinary specialists.

Servicing all areas of Brisbane Ph: 0478 103 318 E: sharon@pawstoheaven.com.au www.pawstoheaven.com.au

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Local Kids Set To Become Environmental Champions

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Month Just Nat: Life in the Fast Lane with Natalie Lowndes

Authored by Pine Rivers local, Natalie Lowndes

Local students are set to get a kick-start in becoming future environmental champions, with schools in the region given the chance to share in $1million through the 2022 Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants.

Woolworths will offer local schools and early learning centres, up to $1,000 each, to develop projects that focus on sustainable food production, improving waste management practices or enhancing native habitats.

Since 2018, a total of 2,274 primary schools and early education centres across Australia received Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants, with approximately 200,000 students getting hands-on caring for the environment.

If your school is ready to grow the next generation of environmental champions, you are encouraged to apply for a Woolworths Junior Landcare Grant for: • A habitat restoration project • Planting a bush tucker garden • Planting a vegetable garden • Running a composting or recycling project The Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants program is funded with a 10c contribution from each sale of the Woolworths Bag for Good at full price. Bag for Good was launched in 2018 when Woolworths went single-use plastic bag free.

Applications for the 2022 Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants are open now and close 18 March 2022. To find out more about the Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants Program and to apply, visit landcareaustralia.org.au/woolworthsgrants

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Described by Ian Skippen as: ‘Just that—one woman’s race through life. Flat out down the straights and no backing off on the corners.

From the back streets of Kallangur to the racetrack and outback, in ‘Just Nat’ beats a huge heart and soul.’

The book’s synopsis: For self-professed bogan, Natalie Lowndes, life centred around her brother until a shocking tragedy. Teenaged Nat fled in the night with her horse Blue.

What happened next led her into the path of an emerging racecar driver. A whirlwind romance, and Nat woke to her photo on the front pages. Jill Johnson took her under her wing, and as her husband cemented his legendary status on track, Nat's pleasure in mixing with the crowds saw her become a fan favourite.

Natalie Lowndes tells stories from behind the scenes when fans were still allowed in the pits. Sooner than expected, kids arrived. On one stretch of road life accelerated, the other veered off-course. Tales from a mum, land-owner, horselover, friend, daughter, sister and a girl from the 'burbs who was thrust into a world of big talent, big money and big egos.

Includes interviews with Helen Lowndes, Jill Johnson, Bev Brock and Alyson Faulkner.

This official biography of Natalie Lowndes, former wife of V8 racing car champion, Craig Lowndes, has drawn wide commendations, with Betty Klimenko, Erebus Motorsport Super Cars racing team owner, saying ‘Absolutely amazing, so much so I am going to read it a second time.’

And others: ‘A great story that is told well. It was easy to read. Mostly I laughed but my heart broke a few times too.

Very much recommend. It was written without pettiness or attention seeking,’ Sharon A. ‘Wowee. There’s a lot to take in. It’s so well written. One thing I’ve come to realise, she (and Craig Lowndes for that matter) have such an amazing ability to keep that smile on, no matter what’s happening inside, and the ability to smile and make others feel okay, even when they’re not,’ Peter.

‘Just Nat: Life in the Fast Lane with Natalie Lowndes’ is available from all good bookstores and libraries, and online at local publisher hawkeyebooks.com.au.

You can meet Natalie Lowndes and Natalie Kile at an InConversation event at Caboolture Library on Saturday 19th March 1:30pm to 3pm.

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Try out the Toastmasters in 2022

Everton News

from your State Member for Everton TIM MANDER

What did you have planned for 2022?

Did your plans include becoming a better listener? A better thinker? A better speaker? Perhaps, you’d like to become a better leader? If you’d like to work on any or even all these things, we have a final question for you. Do you have a couple of spare hours every second Tuesday evening? That’s all it takes. Approximately 2.5 hours a fortnight. Approximately 5 hours a month to become a better listener, thinker, speaker and leader!

Come along to Western Suburbs Toastmaster Club at our new location – Room DF3, Gaythorne RSL, 534 Samford Road, Mitchelton 4053 on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesdays of the month at 6:15pm for a 6:30pm sharp start. We finish our meetings by 9pm and have short break in the middle. If you can’t find us, please ask on the front reception desk or phone 0402 834 182. Please note, Covid rules and requirements are adhered to all times.

Our Agenda for our meetings is varied. Learn how to give a speech, provide positive and constructive feedback to others, run a meeting and speak impromptu. There is a raft of items to enjoy and learn from.

Guests are free and there is no obligation to participate or to join the Club. Western Suburbs is a very welcoming place for all ages, all backgrounds and all abilities. We understand nerves and trepidation. We have all been there! There is a reason our Club has been running for 50 years this year. We must be doing something right. Come and see for yourself.

At the very least, it’s a fun way to spend a Tuesday evening.

What have you got to lose? Our next meetings in March are: Tuesday 15th and Tuesday 29th March.

For more information, check us out on Facebook at www. facebook.com/westernsuburbs2/ or visit https://wstc. toastmastersclubs.org/ You can contact us via phone: 0402 834 182 or email: Executive@westernsuburbstoastmasters.org to find out more.

You are only a phone call or visit away from a new you!

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SUPER SIZE GRANT AVAILABLE

I want to invite all eligible not-for-profit organisations and community groups to apply for the ‘$100,000 super round’ of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF).

Organisations in the Everton electorate have now received $1,180, 846 through the GCBF. This new round will provide grants of up to $100,000 that can go towards big projects that can make a real difference to your community. This round is NOW OPEN and will close at midnight on 31 March 2022. For more information on the GCBF, please visit https://www.justice.qld.gov.au/ initiatives/community-grants If you would like some tips on grant writing, visit https://www. business.qld.gov.au/starting-business/advice-support/ grants/prepare-write-application If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact my office on 3535 1100.

CONTACT ME

As your local state member, I'm here to represent you and am always available to listen and hear about the issues that matter.

If you would like to contact me, please phone my office on 3535 1100 or email: everton@parliament.qld.gov.au

KEEP UP TO DATE

Visit my Facebook TimManderMPEverton or website timmander.com.au

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Dickson News Peter DUTTON MP Federal Member for Dickson

A Message from Peter

It has been a big year for our community so far and I am pleased to provide an update on some the things I’ve been working on locally.

You may have noticed upgrades taking place at parks, community facilities and on roads in our local area. Some of these are projects funded through the Morrison Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, which provides funding to local councils to undertake important projects like the upgrade at Albany Creek skate park and the playground renewal at Frank Nichols Reserve.

Construction on the new park’n’ride for commuters at Ferny Grove train station is well underway and is due to be completed late 2022. More than 800 full time jobs are being supported thanks to the development of the Transit Orientated Development including about 285 jobs involved in the construction locally. Following completion there will be over 1,400 car parks for commuters. I am proud to have secured an $11 million contribution from the Federal Government for this important project.

Planning and preparations to flood-proof Youngs Crossing are

Peter DUTTON MP Federal Member for Dickson

Working hard.

Getting results.

3/199 Gympie Road, Strathpine QLD 4500 07 3205 9977 peter.dutton.mp@aph.gov.au peterdutton.com.au PeterDuttonMP Authorised P. Dutton, Liberal National Party of Queensland, 3/199 Gympie Road, Strathpine QLD 4500.

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progressing well, early works are due to start in late March 2022. Flood-proofing the crossing will help prevent road closures and reduce traffic congestion. I am pleased to have delivered over $32 million in federal funding for this upgrade and to be working with the Moreton Bay Regional Council on this joint project which will create about 70 direct jobs.

Road safety on some of our local roads has been improved thanks to the Coalition Government’s Black Spot Program. The upgrade of Keong and Dawn Roads in Albany Creek, and the work done on Kremzow Road between Ira Buckby and Old North Roads, Warner, was funded by this program. Locations funded under this program are identified using crash data to show where fatalities and serious injuries on our roads most frequently occur.

These are just some of the things I’ve been working on for our community. However, there is still a lot of work to be done. By working together we can get the road, transport and facilities upgrades we need to make our community even better.

Child Care Subsidy Increase

From 7 March 2022, families with more than one child, aged five years or under, in care, will get a higher subsidy for their second child and any younger children. Eligible higher rate children receive a 30% higher subsidy, up to a maximum 95%.

This will make a real difference for about 250,000 eligible Australian families who will be more than $2,200 a year better off.

The annual subsidy cap of $10,655 was also removed on 10 December 2021 and will be applied retrospectively for the whole 2021/22 financial year.

Find out more at www.dese.gov.au/child-care-subsidy

What’s important to you?

Please get in touch with me at peter.dutton.mp@aph.gov.au or 3205 9977 to let me know your priorities for our community.

Or you can drop in to my next mobile office.

I am approaching 2,500 visits in my mobile office and have helped thousands of residents with local issues. If you see me out and about with my caravan, please drop in.

Alternatively, you can drop by my office in on Gympie Road in Strathpine during business hours. Or visit my website www. peterdutton.com.au for more information.

Women in Business

Advertorial feature Echo News is publishing the annual ‘Women In Business’ feature in the upcoming May and June editions. This advertorial styled feature is extremely popular and allows readers to gain an insight into the talented women that own (or work in) local businesses in and around north west Brisbane. If you have a key female employee, or perhaps you, the business owner has major talents, experience or qualifications you would like our community to read about, get in touch!

This feature is a fantastic way to expand on the services your business may offer.

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What's On at the Albany Creek Library!

To book your event, visit www.mbrc.qld.gov.au/ libraries/events, choose your event, make your booking and print your ticket. For more information, contact the library on 5433 2638.

Please note, all MBRC Libraries are operating in line with Queensland’s Covid Safe Future Roadmap, including adhering to social distancing requirements.

Mapping Your Family History: Monday 7th March

10am - 11am Explore mapping tools and how to use them to aid and illustrate your family history. Adults Bookings required.

Menopause - What they don’t tell you: Saturday 12th

March 11.30am - 12.30pm From your mid–40s, hormones may increasingly influence your moods and emotions. Learn why this happens and ways to manage with women’s health naturopath, Wendy Burke.

Baby Rhyme Time: Every Tuesday at 9.30am, Thursday at 10.30am and Saturday at 10.30am Baby Rhyme Time helps develop the skills needed to communicate and to learn to read. In a friendly and relaxed environment you and your baby can learn rhymes, action songs and finger plays to share together. For parents and children, babies to 2 years. Limited spaces available, which will be allocated as people arrive.

Storytime: Every Tuesday at 10.30am, Thursday at 9.30am Storytime is a great way to develop a love of reading and introduce your child to books. Experience the magic of stories, action rhymes and songs with your child at the library. For parents and children aged 2-5 years. Limited spaces available, which will be allocated as people arrive.

Lego Engineers Club: 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, 3.30pm - 4.30pm Develop design thinking and engineering skills as you build and create with LEGO ® bricks. Meet other brick fans and complete challenges, group builds and more! Ideal for ages 6-12. Bookings required.

Tinker Tank: 2nd Friday of the Month 3.30pm - 4pm

Explore science, technology, engineering, art and maths through hands-on discovery after school. Ideal for primary school kids. No bookings required.

Family History Group: 1st Monday of the month 9.30am - 12.30pm

Interested in your family history or genealogy? Would you like to swap research tips with other enthusiasts? Could you use some advice or assistance in researching your family tree? Would you like to know more about the genealogy resources at your local library? Come and meet with your local Family History Group. Everyone is welcome to attend these regular meetings. No bookings required.

JP’s in the Community: • Every Wednesday 3.30pm - 5pm • Every Thursday 5.30pm - 7pm • Every Saturday 9.30am - 11.30am

JPs available weekly. Upon arrival. please see staff at front desk to obtain a number for your place in the queue.

Art Hallway and Display Cabinet

Would you like to display your creations? Contact the Albany Creek Library for more information on 5433 2638

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES!

Bookings Open 24th March at 11am Ceramic Painting: Monday 4th April, 2pm - 4pm Paint your own mug or bowl with artist Michelle–Anna Turnbull. Pieces will be fired for pick–up after the workshop.

Ages 12–17.

Flying Wildlife Show: Tuesday 5th April, 2pm - 3pm Discover amazing facts as you meet a range of Australian animals from owls and cockatoos to gliding possums with the Geckoes Wildlife team. Ages 5–11.

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