Expert Advice ..........4

HEALTH

with Kurt Crebbin from The Joint

Dealing with pain

As physiotherapists, we talk to people about pain every day. Pain is not as simple as it may seem and there are a number of misconceptions about it. Here is the biggest one: One of the major questions I’m often asked is whether it’s a better time to renovate an existing home OR to sell and buy a renovated/new home.

Pain = damage: NOT TRUE!

One of the most common beliefs about pain is that it means that something is damaged or broken. Although this can be the case for an acute injury, it is rarely the case when someone has persistent pain.

SO what IS pain?

Pain is usually our alarm system – it’s there to warn us of a threat to our tissues. Any information that convinces your brain that your body is in danger can contribute to your pain. Your experience of pain is influenced by A major factor in this decision is the current restrictions on accessing building materials. Given the recent major flooding, we can expect to see a flurry of construction works to repair damaged homes, which will further impact the availability of builders and building materials, and extend renovation timelines.

Finding qualified tradespeople is also a concern, with a number of handymen, fencers, electricians, plumbers and painters booked out for the coming months.

lots of different things, such as: BIOLOGY - sleep, fatigue, illness PSYCHOLOGY - stress, anxiety, depression SOCIAL FACTORS - your environment, knowledge and prior pain experiences.

How can we help?

If you have pain with movements, positions or activities, we can help you find ways to modify and become less sensitive to the things that are giving you pain. If you’re considering a major renovation instead of selling and moving into a completed home, be prepared for much higher build costs and longer building timelines.

There’s a strong argument for choosing to make that step up the property ladder by selling and buying a completed home.

If you’re in the process of making this decision, I’d be happy to provide some guidance or advice.

The Joint | 9/1220 Sandgate Rd, Nundah & 1/62 Crockford St, Northgate Ph: 3191 4455 | thejointnundah.com | thejointnundah

More than Great Coffee

Fuel & Co is located just outside the hustle and bustle of Nundah Village. Enjoy the fresh, on-trend and seasonal menu, with a glass of wine, beer or cocktail. Private event and corporate function bookings are welcome. OPEN 6AM, 7 DAYS A WEEK

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Fuel & Co Nundah 190 Buckland Road, Nundah | Ph: 0402 177 233 | fuelandco.com.au Fuel & Co 190 Buckland Road Nundah | fuelandco

REAL ESTATE

with Jordan McLennan from Jordan McLennan Properties

Should I or shouldn’t I renovate my home?

Jordan McLennan Properties | Ph: 0405 368 111 jordanmclennan.com | jordan@jordanmclennan.com

FAB FINDS MARKETS

Sunday, 24 April and Sunday, 29 May 8am to 11.30am

Geebung Bowls Club, Robinson Rd Enjoy a morning of fun, food and sustainable fashion.

SHOP | WEAR | SELL | REPEAT

O e r v 40 s tallholders, food trucks and c o f fee

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Your local Nundah Photographer and you, just as you are.

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This is. A very Nundah Mum

(we have all kinds here!)

You may recognise ‘zero waste champion’ Marion of Vessel Nundah. Aside from owning 1.5 dimples, you may not know she is a Mum of two kids. Coincidentally drinking from her ‘Best Mum’ mug (a previous year’s Mother’s Day gift), Marion tells me that she never expected that motherhood would be so completely consuming in both great and exhausting ways. When people comment on her kids, she hears that one is funny, and one is polite. She figures she must be doing something right. Marion was home with her kids, her Mum and the two dogs when the recent floods hit Nundah. Her Mum had ‘just cracked a beer’ when

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they were alerted by the sight of her wheelie bins floating past the window. All too quickly, the waters rose on the bottom floor of their home – and her business.

They evacuated, making it to safety at a friend’s place on higher ground. Weeks later (at time of writing), they are still in limbo, still cleaning and waiting for assessors to view the damage. But, this Mum is resilient and Vessel was quick to get back up and running.

This is. series focuses on Nundah locals, interviewed and photographed by local contributor Gaylia Lee. thisismephotography_gaylialee

Studio Pilates Nundah Village Circa Building Shop 2b, 1231 Sandgate Road, Nundah 0477 364 427 | studiopilates.com

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The Nundah and Districts Historical Society Inc

In 1984, Nundah resident Mr Joe Egan called a public meeting to establish a historical society for the local area. A new building was constructed for the people of Nundah, where the Nundah & Districts Historical Society was incorporated. The Sir William Knox Archives and Resource Centre was opened by the State Member for Nundah, Sir William Knox M.L.A in 1988. Since that time, the Society’s resources have grown to include many photos, cemetery records, maps, paper records, books and equipment to meet the many requests received about the history of the local area. The Society prepares historical presentations for clubs and organisations. Students at local schools and universities are able to visit the Society for research on projects and assignments. If you are interested in your suburb’s history, you are welcome to visit and discover the fascinating history of our local area. The Society is open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning and is located inside the building of the Nundah Library. The local members, who are all volunteers at the not-for-profit Society, are grateful for new acquisitions from the public and monetary donations to assist in the costs in running the organisation.

Nundah & Districts Historical Society Inc 3260 6703 | nundahhistoricalsoc@bigpond.com Nundah & Districts Historical Society Inc

Decadent High Tea

Enjoy the quiet side of Chermside at Dark Tonic Roasters.

$20 PER PERSON | MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE

• Dine inside, or in the covered alfresco space • Enjoy delicious cakes and savoury items • Select a tea, or choose an in-house roasted coffee blend

• Perfect for Mother’s Day or a catch-up with friends. Bookings Essential 0406 200 019 or darktonicroasters@gmail.com

BURGER SPECIAL $15

Satisfy your hunger cravings with a delicious burger, side of chips and a can of drink! CHOOSE FROM 7 BURGER VARIETIES EACH DAY.

Did you know that Pinot & Picasso run fun school holiday workshops for children? They swap out the pinot for fizzy drinks, but creativity still flows through the studio. With a range of fun kids artwork to choose from, every child is catered for at Pinot & Picasso. From The entertaining hosts make sure the kids enjoy themselves with easy-to-follow instructions. They’ll also try to keep paint off clothes and on canvases… but messy clothes are best!

Parents don’t miss out on the fun too. Adults get to paint at kids prices, so you can bring pint-sized Picassos, moody teens and fun adults. It’s a great activity for the whole family to do together. You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks to your session – they often see lots of donuts during the holidays! View the fun holiday lineup and book your session today at

pinotandpicasso.com.au/ nundahvillage Pinot & Picasso Nundah Village | 3/1192 Sandgate Road, Nundah 1300 414 329 | pinotandpicassonundahvillage

Nundah Village Dental | 47 Nundah Street, Nundah | 3260 6200 nundahdental.com.au | nundahvillagedental | nundah_village_dental

Welcome to our New Location

Nundah Village Dental is excited to welcome you into their forever home located at 47 Nundah Street, Nundah.

Practice Manager Trudy Webster has been part of the Nundah Village Dental family since 1986 and has just completed her fourth move with the team.

‘I am so proud to be part of this growing community. Nundah has been my home away from home for as long as I can remember. Thank you to our new neighbours and residents near Nundah Street for making us feel so welcome,’ says Trudy. The new clinic has seven surgeries that have been custom built to cater for their patients’ needs and growing team. ‘The new location is an exciting move for our team and for our patients,’ says Owner and Principal Dentist Dr Marc Miller.

‘We are also thrilled that this new location has more street parking available, which will make it more accessible for our patients.’ When the team moved to Aspinall Street 10 years ago they had a team of 14, with this move 10 years later the team has grown to 28. There are many familiar faces ready to welcome you and many new faces excited to meet you. Nundah Village Dental is open from 7.30am Monday to Friday with evening and Saturday appointments available. New patients always welcome.

Sorry Day – Thursday, 26 May

Since 1998, the Noonga Reconciliation Group (NRG) has hosted the Sorry Day ceremonies at the Stolen Generations Memorial site in Kalinga Park, Clayfield. This site was chosen because it sits in the vicinity of homes and institutions where Aboriginal children were taken from families between 1897 and 1970.

The day is commemorated through the involvement of students, local Indigenous artists, elders and the community. Sorry Day has grown substantially over the years and they expect over 200 people to attend this year. The ceremony features a keynote speaker from the Stolen Generation with tributes from students on the impact of these policies in today’s world. This year’s ceremony will be held at 10am on Thursday, 26 May at Kalinga Park, Clayfield. NRG works with local Elders, schools and the broader community to create opportunities for cultural learning and reconciliation. They regularly organise events and gatherings to increase awareness and understanding of Indigenous cultures and issues.

NRG meets regularly to advance their programs and collaborate with other like-minded organisations. For more information, contact NRG.