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By Felicity Moore Council urban planner managing the THE community has “overwhelmingly” voiced its application Joe McShane sent an amendment opposition to a new 23-storey residential tower request in February to the developer, Metro development in Kangaroo Point and Brisbane City Property Developments, led by executive Council must demand the proposal be modified chairman David Devine, on the issue of car to accommodate its own City Plan, Cr Helen parking and the building’s bulk, among other Abrahams (Gabba Ward) said. issues. More than 160 submissions “(The) solution to council, some from body proposed (by the corporates representing developer) for car large groups of people, have parking numbers is not outlined community anger at supported. Parking rates the development’s disregard are to be in accordance for City Plan guidelines and the with P9 of the Kangaroo impact on the community. Point Peninsula Local “It’s a 23 storey building Plan as outlined in the where the plan says 10!” Cr pre-lodgement meeting Abrahams said. “The plot ratio held in July 2012,” he is 5.6 where the City Plan wrote. recommends 1.25. So that “A performance means it’s almost five times solution has been bigger in the number of units or provided to address number of spaces for people to onsite servicing and live in than the Plan expects,” vehicular she said. movement, which is “The City Plan suggests they unsuitable to Council. should have 253 car parking The proposal is to be in The 23 storey development is under spaces and they’re only accordance with City Plan consideration by council. providing 228 so in fact they’re 2000.” 56 spaces short form what Cr Cooper said Council’s plan says they should have,” she said. anyone was entitled to lodge a development (This development) is so over and above what application, however that did not mean it the built form is all around that development in would be automatically approved. She said the Lambert Street and what the City Plan proposes,” development was still under assessment and she said. it would be inappropriate to comment on the “It’s excessive.” outcome prematurely.

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By Maddie Bates-Willis AS winter settles in, the mornings get frostier and the sun rises later, and most of us take advantage of the snooze button to snuggle under the covers for a little longer. Not 16-year-old All Hallows student Ellen Pozzi, who is also the Australian Schoolgirls Sculling Champion. Ellen is up at 4:20am five mornings a week, putting hours of practice in on the water before beginning her school day. “I’ve perfected the routine in the mornings, so I’m up, then onto the water, have breakfast at the sheds and bus to school,” she says. If that routine sounds hard to embrace, Ellen admits that her schedule for school rowing doesn’t compare to what she was doing off-season with the University of Queensland Boat Club. “Last term at uni it was every morning except Monday and Thursday on the water, then Monday, Wednesday, Friday were your weights and Tuesday and Thursday were ergos (ergometres or rowing machine work),” she says. That’s five mornings and five afternoons a week. It seems after five seasons of rowing, the rigours of fulltime training are deeply embedded in Ellen’s way of life. Ellen’s commitment is so strong that her parents, Michael and Adrienne, had

to force Ellen to take a two-week break after the national selections regatta, before getting back into school rowing. “That was different! I didn’t really know what to do with myself,” Ellen laughs. Ellen first got into rowing in her first year of high school after watching her older brother row for St Joseph’s College and quickly fell in love with the sport and the camaraderie that came with it. “It’s great, you get a lot closer to the other girls than you would in any other sport. It’s the ultimate team sport,” she says. Ellen’s involvement in the sport was initially for leisure before becoming more competitive after she was recognised at the school state championships in September 2012. After coming third in both the single and double scull races, a representative from UQ suggested Ellen think about the next step. “Someone from UQ was there and said to Ellen, ‘You should come down and have a paddle, have a splash’,” Adrienne says. It snowballed from there. Ellen’s involvement with the UQ Boat Club moved beyond “a paddle and a splash” when she qualified for the National Rowing Championships. Her intense training routine with UQ and her unwavering resolve

Australian schoolgirl sculling champion and All Hallows student Ellen Pozzi. culminated in her winning the Schoolgirl Scull race at the National Rowing Championships on the waters of the Sydney International Regatta Centre on March 24. She competed in the under-19 singles, doubles, quad and eight races, for UQ before winning the schoolgirls single race for All Hallows. Her mother Adrienne bursts with pride at her daughter’s achievements. “She won against 18-year-olds. Of all of Australia, all girls of schoolgirl age, Ellen won,” Adrienne says. “Not that we’re bragging but it is an outstanding achievement!” For all of her outstanding achievements, Ellen blushes like any teenager would when her mother brings

out video of Ellen winning the race. “Oh God,” Ellen groans. In her final year of school, Ellen is primarily focused on crossing the finish line in her education. “It’s pretty tricky because when you come home you’re tired and hungry but I guess you just have to do what you got to do before bed,” she says. “Sorting out my priorities, I do have to make some sacrifices.” As for her future in the boat, Ellen sees no point in slowing down. She’s aiming for selection in under-19s next year and has no plans to quit. “I’ll keep going, see if I’ve got a few more seasons,” she says. “Maybe go back and coach at school next year, give something back.”

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Damaged trees removed upsets local residents RESIDENTS at 24 Macquarie Street are outraged by council’s removal of two established trees without warning or consultation, and are demanding council replace the trees with two of similar size and establishment. “There were four very mature trees - Weeping Satinash (Waterhousia floribunda) – on council land on the Macquarie Street footpath, which provided the building with some shade from the summer sun,” resident Trish Zellner said in a letter to Cr Vicki Howard (Central Ward). Silverstone Developments had recently begun work in the ground floor of 24 Macquarie St, installing offices and retail spaces. “About two months ago we noticed a contractor was damaging the roots of the two trees, and we rang the council. The council then sent two people to cut down the trees that day,” she said. “We’ve just bought another unit in that building and the trees were one of the reasons we bought - just four weeks ago,” she said. “So we’re a little bit upset at that!” she said. Silverstone Developments general manager Jim Watson said a contractor had damaged the tree roots. Mr Watson said in the course of excavation “some of the high-level, shallow roots of the trees were

uncovered”. He said a resident contacted council and a council arborist conducted a site inspection. A project manager was also on site and sat in on the inspections. “In the meeting we were asked to engage a suitably qualified arborist to further inspect the trees and provide advice on how to protect the roots. “We did so immediately and an inspection was carried out on May 9 where it was confirmed in writing that the ‘relatively undamaged root zone’ was of a minor nature,” Mr Watson said. “They also went on to provide commentary as to other measures that could be undertaken (at our cost) to further protect the trees through to completion of construction. “We were happy to move down this path if need be to ensure the trees were retained.” The report was submitted to council. Mr Watson said council then removed the trees, informing Silverstone they would have to pay $5500 for two new trees. “We firmly believe that council over-reacted in removing the trees. Our preference was to retain the trees and only via our lobbying in the approval process did the other two trees get further protection. “We agree with the residents that the tree removal was not the

The Australian Estate Woolstore now missing two trees. appropriate outcome and, had there been real consideration of the trees’ welfare, they could have been retained with appropriate remedial work.” In a written response to Ms Zellner, Cr Howard’s office said: “Sadly, it seems the trees were interfered with and had to be removed - an investigation regarding this interference is currently being

actioned by BCC with other parties. They will be replaced by two Waterhousia floribunda which, I hope, in time will become a very valued part of the Macquarie Street landscape.”

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Humble New Farm beginnings for prominent transport firm DURING the 1920s, certain New Farm families faced a dilemma. Should they sell their trusty horse and buggy, and instead invest in a new motor car (‘gas buggy’)? The stable could easily be

historicalsociety by Gerard Benjamin converted to a garage, and the cost of motor spirit would be offset against horse feed and shoeing charges. There was still the problem of readily obtaining motor spirit, since service stations were a long way off. That’s where Roy Russell came into the picture. Commonwealth Oil Refineries (COR), already established in Sydney and Melbourne, expanded to Brisbane and appointed Dalgety & Co. Ltd – with their wharf and warehouses on the riverfront at New Farm – as their agent. Roy Bayley Russell, 25, was working at Dalgety’s when he secured a contract to distribute drums of motor spirit around Brisbane. COR had their two-storey office nearby on Macquarie St, on the corner with Hastings St, across from where COR later installed large tanks to handle bulk

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fuel. Mr Russell operated from a room – complete with telephone – in the COR building, with his one-ton truck housed in a yard next door. Little did he imagine in 1925, that the business he started would be thriving 88 years later. Phil Russell, Roy’s son, lives and breathes trucks and, building on his father’s efforts, has succeeded in transforming the firm into a large transportation enterprise. “After eight years at New Farm State School, I attended the Industrial High School in Edward Street for two years, before completing a five-year apprenticeship under the keen eye of an ex-RAAF multi-skilled mechanic who even taught me to splice ropes,” Phil said. “Before retractable ratchet straps, ropes were a big part of the business.” The Russell family has lived in Welsby, Abbott and Langshaw streets in New Farm. “Somehow my parents made it through the Depression, then there was quick expansion in the 1930s. During WWII, the firm carted fuel in bulk. After the war, several ex-Army vehicles were bought, some still with an opening in the cabin roof where a turret had once been fitted. “Some of the drivers were ex-soldiers.

TOP: Phil Russell is pictured near the spot on Macquarie Street where his father began the family transport firm in 1925. They’d wear their war medals to work, and of course, they’d also wear a tie because you had to be appropriately dressed to wear medals. “I can remember when the business made the move from Hastings St to the corner of Kingsholme and Macquarie streets. It was 1960, and on the block there was enough room for an office, workshop and truck yard. “We were always very grateful to Kenneth Campbell of Riverside Coal Transport Co. who were across from us (now Macquarie One apartments). They’d allow us to park our growing fleet in their yard. Ken, with his Humber Snipe and chauffeur, would call at our bowser to have his car fuelled. “We worked closely with other local businesses, such as Frank Humphries, the motor body builder in Dixon St. His

son Noel still lives in the area. We’d buy the cab and chassis, and Humphries would build the rest of the truck body to our requirements. You can still see the Humphries signwriting on the wall of the building (now apartments) facing New Farm Park near the Library.” “Being so close to the wool stores, we also carted bales. My father retired aged 80, but he’d still come into the office. I took over in 1970, and the following year, I moved the business to Eagle Farm.” These days, there are several related businesses under the umbrella of the Russell Group, which is now becoming part of the history of Eagle Farm. “I’ve been to every truck plant in the world. It’s only lately that I’ve had the time to be a tourist,” says Phil. “It’s been a very successful business, so I feel OK about passing it onto the children.”

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Children, fairy floss and sample bags have epitomised the Brisbane Ekka in the minds of generations.

Exploring the Ekka’s rich history

THE Brisbane Ekka will be the subject of Professor Joanne Scott’s talk to the New Farm and Districts Historical Society in July. “First held in 1876, the Brisbane Exhibition immediately established itself as Queensland’s premier agricultural and pastoral show, attracting around 34,000 visitors,” said Professor Scott of the University of the Sunshine Coast. “As the organisers proudly declared, this was ‘a larger number than was ever before brought together’ in the colony. Visitors marvelled at more than 1700 exhibits ranging from alpacas to windmills,” she said. Come and hear Professor Scott explore more of the Ekka’s rich 140-year history – and also bring your own Ekka stories. The meeting will be held on Saturday 27 July at Merthyr Road Uniting Church Centre 2-4pm. All are welcome. Admission: $5 including afternoon tea ($4 members). For more information, please contact Ross Garnett on 0409 498 402.

By David Hinchliffe BRISBANE has lost a great leader in Eddie Liu. Eddie, 91, was much more than the father of Chinatown. He was also the leader of the Chinese Australian community in Queensland and the personification multiculturalism. For me personally, he was a trusted and wise mentor. I recall a former Chinese Consul General saying once that if Eddie had not emigrated to Australia at the age of 12, he’d have ended up running the government of China. Eddie arrived in Brisbane from Melbourne to help Chinese seamen build landing barges as part of the Australian war effort. He fell in love with Brisbane and like so many others, stayed on. He headed up the Chinese Seamen’s Union and was closely involved in the union movement. He also proved to be a very successful businessman and until 1986 was a herbalist in Fortitude Valley. In 1952 he established the Chinese Club which has provided enormous assistance to Brisbane’s Chinese community for more than 60 years. Eddie married Betty and produced six children, Mayling, Peter, Frank, Maria, Libby and Lisa. He was extremely proud of his family, including his 13 grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren.

Eddie Liu, father of Chinatown He helped provide housing for the elderly and oversaw the renovation of the Chinese temple at Albion. He will be most remembered for the establishment of Chinatown in Fortitude Valley. To the very end, Eddie would take his seat in his unofficial ‘office’ at the cake shop at Valley Metro and would lunch at Enjoy Inn. On a personal level, he taught me about civility – a quality sadly lacking in today’s politics. He taught me that what matters in public life are deeds not words and that good government puts people before parties. I felt in Eddie I got to understand a little of my great great-grandfather, William Ghee, a Chinese man from southern China who emigrated to Australia in the 19th century. The best thing that can be said about anyone when they depart this world is that as a result of their efforts they left it a better place. And that can certainly be said of the late and great Eddie Liu.

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Yeringberg is renowned for wines of finesse and elegance, using some of the oldest vines in the Yarra. An older vintage of their renowned Cabernet blend has just been released to their mailing list in celebration of this remarkable estate. Yeringberg’s ‘Yeringberg’ is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec, which is grown exclusively in the Yeringberg vineyard. The year 2005 was a classic Yarra Valley vintage, good winter rains topped up soil moisture which was followed by wet, cool conditions over spring and early summer. Drier weather returned over

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IT has been 25 years since iconic Brisbane River paddlewheels Kookaburra River Queens graced the Brisbane River for the first time and they are inviting the community to share with them this milestone anniversary. Marketing manager Nadia Razzhigaev said the event would showcase the Kookaburra Queen’s history as a significant part of Brisbane since launching at the World Expo ‘88. “We have commenced a community Kookaburra River Queen by night participation program, for all of Brisbane (and beyond)to contribute July 13, hosting several key people who their experiences and/or memories of have helped grow the identity of the these iconic vessels of the Brisbane magnificent vessels, including original River,” Ms Razzhigaev company owner Gary said. “We are asking Balkin who will give a for photos or videos A public celebration cruise will special Q&A. of experiences, for The community run on July 13, original company example: weddings or owner Gary Balkin will give a participation program will special Q&A. marriage proposals, run until the end of 2013. school formals, Email content to sales@ Christmas parties, kookaburrariverqueens. anniversaries. Also com or via Facebook www.facebook. images of the vessels on the Brisbane com/kookaburrariverqueens.All images River or any memorabilia and stories will be represented online through our related to the Kookaburra River Queens website and social media channels are welcome for submission as well.” (Instagram #kookaburrariverqueens), A public celebration cruise will run on Flickr, Pinterest and Facebook).

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From the balcony of Quest Apartments in Breakfast Creek, Tony and Jenny O’Reilly hand over a $2000 cheque to Samantha Townend of YoungCare. Quest Breakfast Creek franchisees Tony and Jenny O’Reilly donated $2000 toward Youngcare as part of Quest’s charitable donation program. Accepting on behalf of Youngare, Samantha Tonwend said the cheque would help keep some of the 7,5000 young Australians with high care needs out of aged care facilities. Specifically, she said this money would be put toward the At Home Care program that helped young people stay at home with their family by providing essential equipment and support. For more information or to make a donation to Youngcare visit: www.youngcare. com.au.

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COULD you live on $35 a day? Should welfare recipients be forced to eke out a living on so little? On the other hand, is our welfare system sustainable? Join the conversation when experts and the community come together for Politics in the Pub at the Powerhouse. Expert panelists will include Queensland Council of Social Services president Karyn Walsh, Supporting Parents Action Group’s Toni McPherson, UQ economics professor lan Duhs, and QUT social policy professor Greg Marston. Now in its thirteenth year, Politics in the Pub is a free, all-ages community forum that digs into local, national and international issues from a wide range of viewpoints. Politics in the Pub: Welfare – A Fair Go? will be hosted at the Powerhouse, Wednesday July 10, 6 – 7.30pm. Cost: free. For more information contact Clare Lindop at the New Farm Neighbourhood Centre 3358 5600.

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villagevoice Letters to the editor Close Florence St and make roads safer

I think closing Florence Street is a great idea (and make Beeston Street one way while at it). I don’t know why people think doing this will impact local business. There is very little available parking.It is taken up by locals (which is fine), most customers walk to the shops/ restaurants (which should be encouraged). My observations of traffic through there is that they are mainly through traffic, which they can do just as easily, and more safely, by travelling along James, Brunswick or Macquarie street. We need more pedestrian crossings along Macquarie Street, as well. It is fine to say that ‘I don’t have a problem crossing the road’, but I have observed elderly people and people with prams struggling to get across safely. And making the area a 40km zone? Who is going to enforce it? In the four years I have lived in Teneriffe, I have seen the police on Macquarie St once doing random breath testing. Every morning I see cars travelling (I believe) in excess of 50km. Making it 40km will make no difference to these people. Let’s change our arrogant attitudes that we should be able to drive our cars anywhere. I have a car, but I get the bus or ferry to work and walk home (it’s less than 3km from the CBD and takes less than 30 minutes). I walk to the shops and get the bus home with a few bags of groceries. It’s not hard to do. Simone of Teneriffe, via newfarmvillagenews.com.au

Florence Street closure no solution Regarding the traffic management in New Farm and Teneriffe.M. Sorbello (VN Letters, June) correctly asserts that New Farm is a peninsular and by its nature the

traffic challenge is getting traffic into and out of the precinct. Somewhere previously, no doubt well-intentioned authorities determined that the main traffic issue was “rat running” and progressively most of our cross streets have traffic calming measures. This has led to virtually all traffic in the precinct, even local movements, being corralled onto the only three access/egress roads of Brunswick, James and SkyringTce day and night, peak or off-peak. James St is also now heavily calmed and no longer able to provide the access intended. Traffic calming has actually led to traffic becalming, particularly on weekends when the markets are on at the Powerhouse. New Farm is an increasingly popular area to live and will only get busier as more people visit our special offerings. We need to have a holistic appraisal of traffic flow, in and around the precinct now. A shortsighted view of traffic will greatly hinder the services and great lifestyle the precinct currently enjoys. Jim Watson New Farm

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Dr Eddie Liu was an outstanding Australian. Arriving in Australia by ship in 1937, Eddie Liu epitomises all that is good about Australia’s achievements as one of the most successful immigration countries in the world. My family had the great privilege of knowing Eddie Liu for more than 40 years. He was a kind and generous man who was the face of the Chinese community in Queensland for more than 60 years. Eddie and his family have made an enormous contribution to the cultural fabric of Brisbane. His assistance to the many Chinese migrants who have made Brisbane home, as well as his tireless work with the Chinese Club of

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RETAILERS and traders along Progress Association looking at the Florence Street have spoken out roundabout as a solution, or I’d be against proposals to close the street happy with the 40km/hr zone as a at one end to improve safety along way to calm traffic too,” she said. Vernon Tce and Macquarie St. “Traffic lights would possibly be a Belinda Hill, who manages a last resort. It would create a noise building that straddles Florence St problem as cars and particularly and Chermside St, said it was a very buses slowed down and applied their unpopular option to manage the brakes to stop,” she said. traffic flow. TPA president Ben Pritchard “From a traffic flow perspective, I said the TPA was still committed use that street all the time – about to exploring solutions to the traffic once a day – we have 10 (retail) flow problem, and the organisation tenancies down there and when that was focused on a whole-suburb story came response. out (VN, “Certainly, May) they retailers TPA president Ben Pritchard and traders all rang me, said the TPA was still concerned,” will have a committed to exploring she said. commercial solutions to the traffic “I would view on flow problem, and the like to see a whether organisation was focused on closing roundabout a whole-suburb response. put in there Florence St and it would is a good work quite solution but well. the Teneriffe Progress Association is That looking for a solution that benefits was one of the ideas that was put everyone and solves the problems, forward with the Urban Renewal while at the same time providing Taskforce in 2002 when they talked opportunities,” he said. about closing the street. The same The TPA is having a stall at the thing happened back then, everyone Teneriffe Festival and welcome local said, ‘No, no, no!’,” she said. residents to come down and discuss “I’m fully behind the Teneriffe the traffic issues.

Queensland, as well as Brisbane’s many charities has been a beacon of hope for many Chinese migrants. China Town in Brisbane would not be what it is today if it were not for Eddie. He was also instrumental in the establishment of the Taoist Temple in Breakfast Creek, which is now an iconic cultural landmark in Brisbane. The wonderful cultural richness and diversity that characterises the city of Brisbane today is in no small part due to the work of Eddie and his late wife Elizabeth and is a wonderful legacy for which we should all be grateful. On behalf of my own family and the people of Brisbane, I want to

express my sincere condolences to Eddie’s children, Mayling, Peter, Frank, Maria, Libby and Lisa on the passing of their father. He was a champion of his community and a great Australian. The Hon Teresa Gambaro MP Federal Member for Brisbane New Farm resident

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By Vanessa Fang THE streets of Teneriffe will transform into a sensorial explosion for the fourth annual Teneriffe Festival on July 6. Festival president Richard Bodley said the event will be even more sensational than last year, with a plethora of extra activities and four stages for live music added. “The festival celebrates Teneriffe’s rich history, diverse living options, its fantastic restaurant and entertainment themes. With its position on the river, it is the most fantastic location to take advantage of the parklands and have a street party with a beautiful backdrop,” Mr Bodley said. “This year we will have four stages, a Alfred and Constance jazz stage, Merthyr Village street stage, Nova river stage and a busking corner with 35 bands playing. Of course, there will be the usual collaboration of restaurants and bars offering a great variety of food and drink.” Even the littlies can soak in the festivities with piglet races, sheep shearing and other exciting activities to be held at the kid’s corner. Mr Bodley said the official opening ceremony which will culminate in a performance by the Australian RAR military band followed by sheep parade led through the festival by sheep dogs was absolutely not to be missed. Flowing onto the rich historical ties the main street will also boast a huge historical display of

military vehicles, old cars, historic fire engines and a heritage bus ride on a Brisbane City Council leopard bus. “The New Farm Historical Society will hold mystery history tours on the bus that will take passengers around the back of Teneriffe and shows them some of the historic houses and features with commentary. Later in the evening, there will be the Infiniti fashion parade, which was unbelievably popular last year. It will centre around a glamourous cocktail party with champagne and canapes.” “The reason why Teneriffe Festival has been so successful is because it’s a free event and there’s just something for everyone. We average about 30,000 visitors yearly and we’re quietly confident with the amount of entertainment that we have this year, we’ll meet, if not exceed those numbers. Last year, the council was kind enough to put on extra ferries but this year with the new Teneriffe CityCat terminal, we’re expecting much larger numbers from across the other side of the river. And of course, we’re always expecting fine weather!” Road closures on the day include Vernon Terrace from corner of Florence Street from 5am until 10pm, with traffic diverted through Florence Street. The Teneriffe Festival will begin from 10am until late on July 6. Log on to teneriffefestival.org or for full line up of events or stickytickets.com. au/11696 for fashion parade tickets and prices.

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Raffles and tickets on the trotters is a sure-fire way to have fun! THE fun and frivolity of the Teneriffe Festival will be plentiful supply on July 6, but nowhere will there be more fun or more frivolity than in the Community Corner when the piglet raffle races are run! With four raffles offering up prizes of family passes to Australia Zoo, Movie World and more, the way to win is quite unique. You’ve got to get to the piglet racing to be in it to win it. Step 1 – buy a raffle ticket. This is the only way you can be in the running – in

more ways than one! Step 2 – be there when the piglet race is about to run. The raffle master will draw out raffle tickets and assign them to a piglet. So, if there are five piglets in the race, five tickets will be drawn. But wait, there’s more! Step 3 – find out which pig your raffle ticket has been assigned to and then cheer on your piglet like crazy, hopefully all the way to the winner’s podium. If your piglet wins the race – you’ve won the raffle!

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THE Teneriffe Progress Association will be running a petition for the council to develop traffic movement plans for the area at their stall on the main street. President Ben Pritchard said the aim was to get 1000 signatures supporting traffic calming along Florence and Macquarie streets and Skyring Terrace “We’re looking at practicalities to restricting traffic access to Florence Street for safety and amenity reasons. Turning at the intersection from Florence onto Macquarie Street can also be quite hazardous because of the alignment of the road. We just want the council to play ball with us and study the streets, get some traffic engineers and street designers to look at the intersection,” Mr Pritchard said. While there has been some debate over the possibility of more pedestrian access in the last few months, Mr Pritchard believes that Florence

Street had more potential than just a thoroughfare. “I feel that if there was some restriction to the amount of traffic that goes on that street, then we could have more pedestrian activity. It would be calm and we could have some street dining and even things like street markets – those would be really nice additions to Teneriffe with all our local coffee shops,” he said. “I believe in turning it into the street it deserves to be but we’re going to be canvassing as broad a public opinion as possible. We could plant a few more trees and it would be a nicer place if people could appreciate it. We’re putting the plans together and advocating them at the festival and if people agree, they can sign the petition.” Log on to www.teneriffeprogess.org.au for more information

The festival is finally upon us! Eve’s will be running our famous bar and pizzeria in front of the main stage with bells on. The restaurant is open for breakfast and lunch and we are offering a free glass of wine with lunch if you mention the Village News. Murray Sutherland from Basis Group has done a remarkable job putting together the festival so don’t forget to come down and check out the other stalls showcasing the fantastic work our local businesses do.

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AN adventurer and a free spirit, Patricia Byrne has spent a lifetime criss-crossing the globe challenging herself and helping others. But now this independent thinker with modern feminist ideologies has planted her roots and, at 74, is happily calling Kangaroo Point home. Raised in Gladstone, eldest child of a country solicitor

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and a teacher, Patricia was relocated to Monto during the war when it was feared the Japanese might attack the fuel installations at the port of Gladstone. A bright girl, Patricia sat for Scholarship, a competitive statewide exam which marked the end of primary school and she achieved the best pass in central Queensland. She was sent to board at All Hallows to complete senior education, and was awarded dux of the school. Career options for girls at this time were limited to teaching, nursing or secretarial work. “A recruiter for the State Education Department signed up many All Hallows girls,” she said, ”and his story about the female teacher in a one-teacher school having to be carried across a flooded creek by a stockman convinced me that teaching was for me!” Kelvin Grove Teachers College offered an intensive one-year program to train 17 and 18-year-olds as primary school teachers. Towards the end of her year however, Patricia was one of 20 selected from 1000 students to go straight into teaching in high schools. And so it was that in 1958 Patricia, aged 18, and with four older male

teachers, established Redcliffe State High School’s foundation year. “That experience,” she said, “when I did anything and everything, too young to know I couldn’t, changed my outlook on life forever.” Patricia studied externally while teaching and gained her university teaching qualifications. “(Then) I set off on the grand tour - two years overseas before settling down. “The experience was overwhelming. Those were times when travel information was sparse and it was sheer excitement to plunge into the complete unknown. Post-war Europe was still recovering. Travel was cheap. US soldiers still occupied West Germany, and so the world opened up to astonished wide-eyed young Aussies like me,” she said. Two years later, having hitch-hiked around Europe and the US, and having fallen into an ancient Egyptian tomb which broke her foot, Patricia returned home. But the liberation of global travel had changed her and Patricia was disappointed to discover that Queensland’s female teachers were still being paid less than their male counterparts. “We felt that we were regarded as second-class citizens. So I hit the road again. First, (I migrated) to Canada and lived in Kitimat, British Columbia and Legal, Alberta, where my salary was much better. (Then I spent) six months in Malaysia in 1967 during the pro-Malay policy of Tunku Abdul Rahman. I saw raw racial conflict,” she said. Returning to full-time study, Patricia gained two masters degrees – one in drama/theatre studies and the other in communication. This led to work as a producer and writer with KHET-TV in Honolulu. But true to her personality, Patricia was soon ready to move on. “I then married, and moved with

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Patricia Byrne has lived a life of well-travelled adventure, choosing now to make her home at Kangaroo Point. my Australian husband to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where I lectured in communications at the Southern Louisiana University and ran WSLUFM radio,” she said. “I’d been reluctant to move to the civil rights-torn Deep South of the US but ended up loving Louisiana. These were really good times - bayous, crawfish, Mississippi delta, New Orleans jazz, Mardi Gras. “But my husband had to return to Australia and so, in 1975, just in time for the dismissal (of prime minister Gough Whitlam), we made Sydney our home. My husband’s academic career as a professor and an expert in coastal tides and sand quality eventually got him notoriety as the ‘Professor of Beaches’ for Australia,” she said. For such an independent spirit, putting down roots gave Patricia a sense of permanence she had been lacking, an anchoring in the familiar that she found comforting. “Australia felt good - familiar, secure, unpretentious, at ease,” she said. “I couldn’t get jobs in TV so went back to teaching, this time in a girls’ private school on Sydney’s North Shore.” She returned to academia, gaining her third masters degree, this time in economics adding even more

qualifications to enable her to teach at high school. But while Patricia was growing academically and enjoying being part of a vibrant city during the 2000 Olympics, her marriage had foundered and she found herself itching to explore new horizons. “As Sydney president of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, I travelled on the Peace Train from Helsinki to Beijing to attend the 4th International Conference for Women with the UN. Patricia fulfilled her need to help others and worked with the Mercy Sisters and the Jesuits in K2, a refugee camp for 250,000 Cambodians just inside the Thai border. “I travelled to Papua New Guinea and Irian Jaya in 1987 with NSW Geographical Society; to Antarctica in 1995 on an ex-Russian icestrengthened 45-passenger ship followed by a trip through and around South America; to the Kimberley in 1996 on ‘True North’, the 13-passenger ship that pioneered the route from Broome to Wyndham. “Finally, I thought I should give the young ones a go and retired from teaching in 2003. I immediately headed off to Mali and Burkina Faso in West Africa. There were hints of an invasion of Iraq and, nervous

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Pet Profile: Marc & Bruiser What breed is Bruiser? An English Staffy. What made you choose that breed? Not too small, not too big, one with a huge smile. And he had a black eye. The ideal breed to become a mascot for our gym (BOXR). How old is Bruiser? Three years old this September. How long have you had Bruiser? We picked him up when he was six months old. Where did you get him from? A breeder in Toowoomba. What sort of personality does Bruiser have? He’s the most loyal little fella you’d ever meet. Very well-mannered and accommodating with other dogs and people. What activities do you do together? Bruiser loves food. We love food. He loves to explore. We’re ultra-active. It’s a match made in heaven. Can Bruiser do any tricks? Not really. The best he can do is roll over with paws in the air and plead with you while you’re eating. What’s the naughtiest thing Bruiser has ever done? He took it upon himself to chew through my partner’s Dior makeup kit when he was young. We came home to a very colourful dog and carpet to clean up. If you could compare him to a celebrity, who would that be and why? David Hasselhoff. He loves the beach and enjoys a dip with the ladies.

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about how the locals might react to by the river. “One thing I noticed two Western women in their midst, in the Recovery Centres was the I bought the full-cover women’s presence of a person from Lifeline. costume in case I needed to go to My life had so far been full of ‘big ground. Luckily I never had to use it. picture’ events of Economics and “A few years in Tasmania followed, Geography and I’d missed out on living in an idyllic semi-rural cottage the personal touch of psychology on the west bank of the Tamar near and empathy. So I did the training Beaconsfield where the gold mine necessary to become a Telephone collapsed in 2005. During that crisis, Crisis Support person with Lifeline. however, I was in Syria, Lebanon and Living in Louisiana, where the Jordan which were then peaceful swinging tunes of Jazz were part places. of the experience, had made her a “Finally the long-term tenants of soft touch for another volunteer job, my investment property in Brisbane, this time at the Brisbane Jazz Club, purchased just before Expo when tucked away under the Story Bridge my mother was living in Brisbane, in the riverside location on Annie contacted me to say they were Street: “I especially love helping out leaving and that the apartment with the monthly Luncheon there. As needed sprucing up. And so back to the afternoon moves toward dusk,” Brisbane ... I she recalled, “I really liked it love watching I travelled to Papua New Guinea and Irian and decided the river tide Jaya in 1987 with NSW Geographical to stay. I ebb and flow. Society; to Antarctica in 1995 on an promised It is a precinct ex-Russian ice strengthened 45-passenger myself two I adore, ship followed by a trip through and around years—and watching over South America. that was seven the city.” years ago! Patricia Here, having come full circle, I have continues to find her niche in the created a wonderful life in Brisbane. Brisbane court system. She said: “I have still travelled overseas “I am really enjoying my role as occasionally, usually on new a volunteer there, and for about challenges, like the El Camino five years I have become involved experience, walking from the top in assisting with indirect support of the Pyrenees to Santiago de of some court-users who need Compostella, and onwards to the consolation - those who do not shores of the Atlantic where we threw handle conflict easily, or in a few our “pilgrim shells” in the symbolic cases become even traumatised traditional gesture. We had worn our by the experience. We alleviate the shells around our necks on the trek. I stress, fear or overwhelming emotion had managed to get some authentic some people experience when they sea scallop shells from a New Farm have to go to Court. restaurant before I departed. “I’d been a Justice of the Peace “At first, I had time on my hands in NSW but had to re-sit the exam and decided to try volunteering. to practise in Queensland. I am now Through a newspaper ad, I found hoping to be part of the Premier’s Court Network, a volunteer group innovative plan to use specially begun in Melbourne which helps trained JPs to reduce the backlog in some court users to negotiate the Minor Claims Dispute tribunal the emotional turmoil which can of QCAT (Queensland Civil and sometimes be the Court experience. Administration Tribunal).” “Then a friend introduced me to Whatever her future holds, Red Cross Emergency, just in time Patricia’s foundation strength is to be sent to the 2011 floods in St a drive to help others, and her George and Rome, and Cyclone Yasi experience coupled with her lifetime in Tully and FNQ. The five days in travel and adventures will surely help Brisbane between these assignments guide her forward as she navigates allowed me to shore up my own unit her own path.

Bruiser and Marc Ford If Bruiser could speak, what would he say about you? We could feed him more, we run him too far too much and he’d like a sleepin every now and then. What would you tell anyone else considering owning a breed like Bruiser? You’ll never regret it. Staffies are such a loving, loyal and gentle breed. The make the perfect little companion who will back you up every step of the way. What else can you tell us about Bruiser? He knows more people in New Farm than we do! When we’re out walking with him around New Farm complete strangers will acknowledge him by name.

Challenge your mind and support Oxfam

DID you know the Malaysian word for ‘water’ is ‘air’? You did? Then you’re all set for the Oxfam fundraising trivia night! And if you didn’t, then you never know what else you might learn if you go! Help raise funds for Oxfam, an organisation that promotes social justice and fights poverty around the world, and have a laugh along the way, when you attend the Bollywood themed trivia night at the New Farm Bowls Club. “This fun event will allow people to challenge their minds, enjoy entertainment by Bollywood Connections, possibly win some of the fantastic prizes on offer and support Oxfam,” a spokesperson said. Tickets cost $15 purchased early or $20 at the door. For more information please contact Julie Toussaint M: 0449288843 or via email: jules@2saint.com.au.

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Don’t be a fashion victim By Lisa Rutter UNLESS you have been living under a fashion shrug for the past couple of months, you should be counting down the days till Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival hits Brisbane! But for those of you who are still trying to play catch up on the difference between a LBD and a cami or trending statement pieces and simple staples ... Listen up! When MBFF sashayed into our city for the first time in 2006, it fast became recognised as the pinnacle for the who’s who and what’s what in fashion and let me tell you, this year will be no exception! We will see the newly refurbished Brisbane City Hall play a fabulous host to the 2013 fashion festival, providing the perfect synergy to a vibrant runway which will surely set to wow, excite and entertain our scenes. Fashion juices will be flowing over six days next month and you will hear the shrieks of excitement from front row to the standing room only, as the immaculate collections are showcased from the best of the best in Queensland fashion. You can expect everything from local big name designers to Brisbane boutiques and emerging up-andcomers. MBFF sets the tone for what to expect with seasonal fashion trends and it is the only true opportunity for Brisbane’s fashion elite to view what will be gracing our local boutiques. This style of runway is always consumer driven and promotes local and home gown talent.

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Brisbane designer Begitta Stolk is a Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival veteran and will showcase her new collection in August. One of my favourite bridal designers is Begitta Stolk who will be unveiling her show-stopping designs on Tuesday, August 27 at 8pm. Begitta says: “I think this year will be even bigger and better than ever before. It’s going to be an incredible event and at such a stunning location. We have a really exciting collection that will debut at the event and will include a few surprises and unexpected twists to the Begitta label. We couldn’t be more thrilled to be part of MBFF for 2013.” To keep up to date with highlights, program listings and to purchase tickets, head on over to http://www. mbff.com.au/

Chance to snap up art from new artist ART is at its best when it’s appreciating and the chance to purchase works by emerging artist Chantel Schott will end July 14. The collection features a montage of unique artworks, representing a thought-provoking narrative between invention and actuality, and using fine acrylic filigree-like lines fused with mixed media and collage techniques. The affordable art ranges in price from $95 to $130. Ms Schott is a self-taught artist who has been painting since 2005 and has shown her work regularly throughout Queensland. This year she is expanding her horizons and exhibiting in two group shows in Entwine by Chantel Schott will be available Melbourne. for purchase. Karen White Gallery is located at 138 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley and is open Wednesday 10am to 3pm, Thursday 11am to 6pm, Friday 11am to 7pm, Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm. The Gallery can be contacted on (07) 3162 7647. For more information about the artist her website can be found at www.chantelschott.daportfolio.com

Hair we go again - Bill Tsiknaris named best in the business

NEW Farm hairdresser Bill Tsiknaris, from Tsiknaris Hair, has claimed the Queensland Hairdresser of the Year award - again! Mr Tsiknaris won Queensland Hairdresser of the Year last year also and was thrilled to claim back to back titles at the Australian Hair Fashion Awards. “I went to the awards ceremony not expecting too much and so I’m honoured and extremely humbled to be awarded the AHFA Queensland Hairdresser of the Year title for the second year running,” Mr Tsiknaris said. With more than 28 years experience in the hair industry Mr Tsiknaris’ competition piece Latex Babes was inspired by the rising power of women from the 1960s through to today. “Latex Babes represents women of the modern era - strong, confident, independent. It is a very bold collection and I continue to strive to push the boundaries and challenge myself and what is possible with hair,” Mr Tsiknaris said. Top: New Farm hairdresser Bill Tsiknaris Hair runs in the family and both of Bottom: Part of the piece Latex Babes Bill’s younger brothers Dimitri and Chris - who also work at Tsiknaris Hair - named as finalists in the Queensland Hairdresser of the Year and Australian Creative Colourist of the Year categories. Tsiknaris Hair: 669 Brunswick Street, New Farm. Brisbane T: 07 3358 5588 www.tskinarishair.com

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NightSafe officially opens

Get some advice Have you noticed that the government is planning to tax your regular contributions to super at 30% instead of the current rate of 15% if you happen to meet their idea of a high income earner? For example if you sell that investment property that you own that’s had a good run over the past decade or two then you might find yourself suddenly deemed a “high income earner” and the government will double its take from your super contributions. It’s one of a variety of nasties that are going to surprise people who haven’t been keeping up with the endless flow of bewildering edicts from Canberra. Consider this - if you have dared to retire after saving, investing and building a decent super nest egg then the government has another surprise for you. Until now your super fund has paid no tax at all on its earnings provided you’ve been receiving a pension from it (known as “pension phase”). Well, no more. If your super earns more than $100,000 in a year then it’ll pay the standard super fund tax rate on those earnings. So be thoughtful of your timing when selling bundles of shares or investment properties that you hold in your super fund. 15% doesn’t sound like much does it? But if you’re counting on that fund supporting you through 30 years of retirement then let me tell you – that 15%, plus an ill-timed GFC-style event cropping up somewhere along the way

Owner JD Nicholas might just mean the difference between being comfortable versus clipping spam coupons for use with the next grocery trip. If you’re still working then from 1 July 2014 your Medicare Levy will increase by a third. They’re also aggressively curtailing the generous medical expenses tax offset that many different groups of taxpayers have benefited from in recent years. So if you’re going to get braces for little Timmy then I’d suggest doing it now. I could go on but the theme is clear – the government is under budgetary pressure and they’re hitting out at every variety of their favourite milking cows: the individual taxpayer and her super. So don’t run your tax and financial affairs on auto-pilot this year, get some advice, get your affairs effectively structured, and create some daylight between you and the thunderclouds that are rolling in from Canberra. JD Nicholas is the Principal of an ethical tax, accounting and superannuation practice located at the Moray St shops in New Farm. www.verveaccounting.com.au

FORTITUDE Valley ChaplainWatch service is to officially open its Nightsafe rest and recovery space on Chinatown Mall to combat safety issues in the Fortitude Valley entertainment precinct on July 4. The initiative was set up in cooperation with the State Government to effectively divert minor and less serious incidents occurring in the bustling night area from clogging hospital emergency departments, ambulances and police watch houses. Head chaplain Lance Mergard said the facility is now fully equipped and will be operated every Friday and Saturday evening from 11pm until early by fully trained staff and volunteers. “NightSafe has been operational since December 2012. It has taken six months to slowly equip and fit out the shop space to make it into an effective, functional facility available for persons whose good times have gone bad,” Mr Mergard said. “Needing sobering up or first aid, assistance with exit strategies and personal needs, care and support, is only part of what the NightSafe Chaplains do.” Nightsafe is part of the NightWatch progam which consists of Mr Mergard and his team of 14 volunteers who maintain public peace in Fortitude Valley, CBD and Caxton Street in Paddington every Friday and Saturday evening via foot and mobile response. NightSafe Rest and Recovery Space is located at Shop 4, 31 Duncan St (China Town Mall), Fortitude Valley. Log on to www.chaplainwatch.org.au for more information.

New Farm fete adds ‘mini Ekka’

NEW Farm State School fete is shaping up to be the best yet with at ‘mini Ekka’ carnival style sideshow alley, including Laughing Clowns, Hook a Duck, Toss the Dunny Roll, Ring Toss, Treasure Chest and of course, fairy floss. Organisers claim all the fete favourites are well represented at this year’s event with kids’ rides, baby animals, sweets, homemade cakes and biscuits, arts and crafts, and a wide range of pre-loved books, DVDs, toys and clothes. Diverse foods on offer include barbecue, hot pies, international food, pasta and Fire ‘n’ Dough pizza at our Little Farm. In support will be Cibo Espresso and Merlo for a relaxing coffee or takeaway, and a bar for something stronger! The Village News is sponsoring the Best of New Farm competition, with the peninsula’s gardening, cooking and craft experts will be judged. The New Farm State School Fete will be held on Sunday, July 28 10am-4pm. For more information visit www.newfarmfete.info.

Don your leathers and get ready to ride for (your) life WHETHER you own a Harley Davidson, a Triumph, or one of the fast, newfangled road bikes, it’s time to hit the road, feel the wind in your face, the rumble of the engine and the heat of the bitumen – it’s time to register for the Merlo Red Ride For Life. More than 200 riders are expected to gather at Merlo Coffee’s Bowen Hills Torrefazione (coffee roasting facotry) before heading off on the 30km ride to the Springwood Blood Donor Centre to raise awareness and donate blood for the Australian Red Cross. This is the eighth year the event has been staged. It’s a mighty cause supported by the mighty motorbike riders of southeast Queensland and Dean Merlo is asking experienced riders to register and bring with them someone new to the experience. “The Red Ride for Life is one of the most amazing events we host,” Mr Merlo said. “We see hardened bikers covered in tattoos, wearing leathers tougher than a Northern Territory croc, riding beside a weekend warrior who has swapped their lycra for leather, and their suit for sunnies. It’s a great leveller, where motorbike riders of all backgrounds come together to ride for a cause,” he said. “One in three Australians will need blood in their lifetime, and only one

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Dean Merlo is mounting up and riding to raise awareness for the blood drive. in 30 regularly donates. The Red Ride for Life aims to help balance this equation.” The annual ride has helped more than 2000 patients through blood donations over the past eight years. Register for the Red Ride for Life 2013 at www.merlo.com.au or contact Sarah at Merlo Coffee on (07) 3620 4239, or slunney@merlo.com.au.

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Body Refinery Relocation

Commercial Road is the new premises for The Body Refinery. The opening event gave clients a chance to view their new locations and mingle with others, while sampling some tasty home baked treats.

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The Powerhouse had some powerful images on show for the annual World Press Photo Exhibition.

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Jack & Gigi Brown

Cherie Blyth & Lindsay Varvari

Back: Rodney Wenceslao, Johanna Fluhrer, Noel Parkin & Susan Cottrell Middle: Jonathan Poon, Helen Stark, Sherree Olsen & Maddy Whelan Front: Roeina Gee & Rachael Rossiter

Robert & Sharyn Northcott Amy Frank & Anne Pinzon

Anne, Alexandra & Louise Subirana

Tracy & Ralph Heading

Carmen Mitchell & Alana Salm

Jessie Tarrant & Elyssa Crooks

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Ray White New Farm Rentals invited clients to a movie night with the launch of the Great Gatsby at Palace Centro on James St.

Vika Bull deserved her standing ovation as the Powerhouse crowd lapped up every powerful note she sang in her moving performance of The Etta James Story.

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opening night: Wednesday 10th July from 7.00pm, entry $20.00 per person official opening: at 7.30pm by gary hardgrave, former Member of federal parliament and current 4Bc radio host exhiBition continueS froM: thursday 11th July to tuesday 16th July from 10.00am to 3.30pm enQuirieS: paM 0411 139 141 or pat 0413 842 135 24

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Snazzy cocktails, networking and yummy hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres were all on the menu at the Fortitude Valley Chamber of Commerce meet and mingle this month at Alfred and Constance.

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It was burlesque with a twist of circus as show-goers were tantalised by the delights of Tim Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest masterpiece at the Judith Wright Centre for Contemporary Arts.

Rosemary Walker & Jenine Sapoungis

Dean Weiss, Marci Turrisi & Nicola Williams

Ella & Libby Lincoln

VIP Alma & Salon Director Tim Brown Karin Harper & Olaf Anderson

Zipporah French & Shelly Shaw

Mark Huntly & Ryan Pinkerton

Lyn Wight & Steve Mahaffey

Jemma Gordon & Jane Gillett

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Indigenous artist Ian Waldron is exhibiting â&#x20AC;&#x153;Into the Woodsâ&#x20AC;? at Fireworks Gallery in Newstead.

The red carpet was rolled out, yum cha delights served while live entertainment sang to sold out crowd at the Brisbane Chinese Lions Club Infinity Glams Cocktail Party. Guests mingled with Marilyn Monroe and Charlie Chaplin all in the name of a good cause.

MP Freya Ostapovitch & Rona Zhang

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Artist Ian Waldron & daughter Sunn

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Ying Zheng & Tracy Ni

Phil & Catherine Tige

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Mark Alford & Chris Maccaulay

Alec Winter & Steve Nikolaov

Jo Betts & Lynley Welsh

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Leisa Gill & Mark Joes

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962sqm Of Direct Riverfront Living 9 Griffith Street, New Farm 30

THE CRAWL BEFORE THE WALK

Gasworks shopping opens AUGUST/EARLY September

July 2013 villagenews

962sqm Of Direct Riverfront Living

New Farm 9 Griffith Street

Auction

An iconic site not only in Brisbane, but across QLD & Australia, 9 Griffith St will raise eyebrows from every inch to every corner of the country.

Sat 20th July 11am on site if not SOLD prior

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962sqm direct riverfront

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Matt Lancashire 0416 476 480 ml@rwnf.com

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View Sat 11-11.45am & Wed 6-6.30pm

HAMILTONS MOST LOVED CASTLE Hamilton 33 Markwell Street This house is a landmark, & is an opportunity that people are prepared to wait for. Expansive 3 level masterpiece situated on 1376sqm, elegant formal lounge & dining rooms and an oversized pool, steam room & pool pavilion.

Ray White New Farm

Auction Thurs 25th July 7pm The Emporium Hotel View Call agent for inspection times Matt Lancashire 0416 476 480 ml@rwnf.com.au raywhite.com/990694

SOLD

WORLD CLASS DESIGN

New Farm 7 Hawthorne Street A signature Tim Stewart design, this highly regarded & respected architect has capitalised in creating an architectural space that sits head & shoulders above anything of its kind.

Ray White New Farm

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Enviable Inner City Lifestyle Kelvin Grove 215/23 Robinson Place Step inside this stunning two bedroom apartment and you are presented with the sense of space and style, in a highly sought after pocket of Kelvin Grove Urban Village. This low maintenance, garden-view apartment is a must to inspect.

Ray White New Farm

Sale $529,000 Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 Ryan Leddicoat 0422 132 222 raywhite.com 07 3358 0624

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Spacious and Stylish Park Views - Huge 164sqm Kelvin Grove 118/23 Robinson Place Edenview Apartments is situated in an elevated corner of Kelvin Grove Urban Village, conveniently located with easy access to transport, shops, schools, cafes, QUT & Brisbane CBD.

Ray White New Farm

Sale $749,000 Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 Ryan Leddicoat 0422 132 222 raywhite.com 07 3358 0624

I AUCT

Trendy Teneriffe Lifestyle - Huge 132sqm Teneriffe 14/120 Commercial Road Located in the heart of Teneriffe is this spacious and stylish two bedroom apartment, complete with highly desirable features throughout. The ‘Canarios’ complex is highly sought after, and very tightly held. This is one property you do not want to miss.

Ray White New Farm

Auction 28th July 2013 @ Emporium Hotel Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 sam.mayes@raywhite.com raywhite.com 07 3358 0624

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Stunning Views with Rare 2nd Car Park Spring Hill 119/170 Leichhardt Street This property is a premium example of what the Oxygen Apartments have to offer. Top floor with stunning views this is surely one that can’t be missed. This complex comes with pool, spa, gym sauna and provides investors with very high returns.

Ray White New Farm

Sale $509,000 Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 sam.mayes@raywhite.com raywhite.com 07 3358 0624

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Trendy Teneriffe Lifestyle - Huge 132sqm

Auction

Teneriffe 14/120 Commercial Road

28th July 2013 @ Emporium Hotel

Located in the heart of Teneriffe is this spacious and stylish two bedroom apartment, complete with highly desirable features throughout. The ‘Canarios’ complex is highly sought after, and very tightly held. This is one property you do not want to miss.

Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 raywhite.com 07 3358 0624

Ray White New Farm

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Great Buying Fortitude Valley 211/367 Brunswick Street Do not miss your opportunity to secure this New York-style loft apartment in the ‘Sun’ Building. This apartment will be sold.

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$299,000 Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 sam.mayes@raywhite.com raywhite.com/989396

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Ray White New Farm

Unbeatable Riverside Unit New Farm 5/2 Oxlade Drive This renovated ‘Roseview’ unit represents a great opportunity for Owner Occupiers or Investors to secure a stylish apartment in a prime location.

Ray White New Farm

2 Sale

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07 3358 0624

SOLD

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER Spring Hill 56 Isaac Street It’s impossible not to be charmed by this character filled home. Featuring exclusive two street access, this home offers a lifestyle of convenience.

SOLD

2 1 Auction

20 June 2013 Emporium Hotel Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 sam.mayes@raywhite.com raywhite.com/ 942197

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER Spring Hill 79 Kennigo Street This well presented home offers a lifestyle of convenience, space & privacy. Walk to the CBD in just 7 minutes.

07 3358 0624

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Fortitude Valley 211/367 Brunswick Street Do not miss your opportunity to secure this New York-style loft apartment in the ‘Sun’ Building. This apartment will be sold.

20 June 2013 Emporium Hotel Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 sam.mayes@raywhite.com raywhite.com/ 978899

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Auction

New Farm 5/66 Merthyr Road

28th July 2013 @ Emporium Hotel

Positioned on the first floor in the boutique York Apartments, this 98sqm apartment has massive potential. Situated minutes from Merthyr Village & New Farm Park, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this opportunity to purchase and create something special in the heart of New Farm.

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Corner stone in New Farm 165 James Street New Farm Prime features of this property include: Home business development, two street frontage & fully approved DA.

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Mel Irwin 0416 498 577 melanie.irwin@raywhite.com raywhite.com/967338 07 3358 0625

Wonderful Woolstore Living! Teneriffe 232/64 Macquarie Street 100sqm of pure Teneriffe lifestyle, huge second living space or home office, extremely well maintained & presented. Come and see it for yourself!

Ray White New Farm

1 Sale

By Negotiation Scott Darwon 0401 151 090 scott.darwon@raywhite.com raywhite.com/987523 07 3358 0607

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The Crawl Before The Walk

Life’s full of change at the but at least it has started to moment. sometimes, when i crawl. walk in my front door at night The memory of financial and am greeted with an ever destruction and floods has evolving 11-month-old full of been replaced by optimism giggles and screeches, i’m and affordability. The amount reminded that time matures of building work in fortitude everything. Valley and Her 11 the fast rate months of life at which new have been full properties have With Haesley Cush sold offers an of constant change and insight into improvement, much like the investors confidence in the real estate marketplace she real estate market over the lives in (yes, i’m comparing next three to five years. housing with parenting). And the next financial year? As we draw to end of this Three factors will determine financial year, it is safe to say it’s ability to progress from that our market place has a crawl to an unaided improved and matured. it’s walk: the federal election, growth had stagnated this unemployment rates and time last year, but here we changes to the resources are in mid 2013 and there are sector. There is likely to be more buyers at open houses movement in these areas, it and bidders at auctions. happens. All of these factors i mean to say, the market impact confidence, and hasn’t progressed from being confidence (or lack thereof) held by its parents to running either keeps us crawling or rampant around the house, gets us running.

RAY WHITE RENTALS invite you to attend our upcoming

INFoRmATIoN EvENINg Come and discuss the latest trends of the property market including:

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Date and Time: Monday, July 8th from 5:45pm to 6:30pm Location: Ray white Rentals, 241 Arthur Street, Teneriffe

Registration: Please email your name and contact number to newfarmrentals.qld@raywhite.com

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Rental Opportunities $400

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Your Peninsula Specialists New Farm, Newstead, Teneriffe, Spring Hill, Fortitude Valley, Bowen Hills

Days on Market

Track Record Number of Properties Sold in the last 12 Months

396 +

On average we sell our properties in

3 2 days

Compared to Brisbane’s average of approximately 80 days.

Auctions Success Rate

78%

So far this year have successfully sold 78% of our advertised auctions either before or on the auction date.

Total Volume of Properties Sold In the last 12 months

Circa $268M

What does all this really mean for you? With Ray White New Farm you can rest easy knowing that our local area experts will get you the best possible result for your property in today’s real estate market. By making an appointment with one of our team, they will demonstrate a proven and deliberate proccess for price maximisation that you can rely on.

Disclaimer: This information is being provided by Australian Property Monitors, Price Finder and MyDesktop (Ray White New Farm’s CRM System) based on settled sales as of 25 June 2013. It’s accuaracy can not be guarenteed. Parties should rely on their own enquiries and Ray White New Farm will not be liable for errors or addmissions herein.

Ray White New Farm | 599 Brunswick Street, New Farm Q 4005 | 07 3254 1022

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Ray White New Farmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s share of sold listings in the 4005 area January 2013 - Present

Dominant agencies market share in the 4005 area January 2013 - Present

30%

Ray White Ray White New Farm New Farm hold 30% market share in the 4005 area YTD.

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11/32 Kent Street, New Farm 100% Auction Success Rate Lee Paul 0418 733 88

5/383 Bowen Terrace, New Farm Sold in the first week Lee Paul 0418 733 88

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1/18 Cintra Road, Bowen Hills Sold first weekend for list price Lorna Bailey 0410 609 789

1/54 Terrace Street, New Farm Sold First weekend for list price Lee Paul 0418 733 818

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I would like to express my thanks to Lee Paul and her team. I tried to sell my property with two other agents without success. Lee’s in depth knowledge, no nonsense professional advice, effective marketing and continually enthusiastic communication gave me the confidence that I was finally in the safest hands. Lee achieved list price for my apartment in only 2 weeks. I will forever be thankful that I gave Lee a call and would thoroughly recommend her to any seller looking for high quality service and a successful sales outcome beyond expectations. Thank you lee, you have done a wonderful job and are simply the best in the business.

Lee Paul, Principal lpaul.newfarm@rhq.com.au

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Our experience and commitment to our clients combined with fresh innovative marketing is our winning combination.

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Stylish decor - opposite New Farm Park Lee Paul 0418 733 818

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96 Moray St, New Farm The best renovation on the best street in New Farm. This art deco 1930’s gem surprisingly failed to sell at auction with another agent. Agence Property, with their experience and commitment to quality and service, were able to get a successful result for the vendor. Happy seller! Happy buyer! Happy agent! “We were delighted with the service we received from Agence Property when we recently sold our house in New Farm. Gabrielle (Principal) was very thorough and her unwavering professionalism throughout the whole sales and marketing process was refreshing! We would definitely recommend Gabrielle and Agence Property to any potential sellers and would have no hesitation in using her services again in the future.” Peter and Sue, New Farm

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Jason Bond happy delivering quality properties to the market.

SOLD

Under the Hammer... 5 Registered Bidders and $50,000 over the Reserve!

“With the help of his team, the campaign Heath proposed worked smoothly and effectively. We were particularly impressed with the hard work they put into tracking down and following up potential buyers, and we really valued the weekly strategy sessions which kept us informed of the numbers of viewers, their sources and their comments. At the auction the team worked our potential buyers hard and we achieved a return greater than we had reasonably expected.” – The Madjeric’s, 282 Kent Street, New Farm

100% success rate for Auctions in 2013

78% of New Farm homes SOLD for $2m+ were by Place New Farm

Trust your biggest asset to be personally handled by a proven performer...

Personal Sales in 2013 = $21.5m

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Gasworks shopping opens August/early September BEFORE

The FKP masterplanned community at the Gasworks is on schedule.

Jamie Fitzgerald of FKP is on-site at Gasworks. THE $1.1bn Gasworks precinct development has tentatively announced a late August/early September opening for its shopping precinct. FKP executive director Mark Jewell said construction was continuing on schedule at Gasometer 1 and the Gasworks Public Plaza. “Gasworks will transform Brisbane’s inner north, with the Newstead Riverpark precinct to virtually become a ‘satellite CBD’ when complete, housing 1800 residents and about 5,000 workers,” he said.

AFTER

Tenants include Woolworths, on a 20-year lease, Terry White chemists, Healthworks Fitness Centres plus an extensive list of boutique retailers, including Buzz Cafe, Wine Emporium, Reef Seafood and Oyster Bar all committing to space. Max Brenner and contemporary Chinese restaurant Peng You have also agreed to move in. Renowned hospitality operators The Barakat and Moubarak Group will also launch a new bar and restaurant - Hatch & Co. - at Gasworks, adding to

the growing list of gourmet eateries joining the precinct. “We are building a vibrant social hub and as we continue to fill the precinct with brands and retailers of the highest standard, it’s creating an energy that will attract visitors and new retailers alike,” Mr Jewell said. Gasworks Plaza will be a bustling open space public plaza surrounded by an array of dining and shopping outlets. “It will be an integrated space designed to host public events and festivals, and at night it will come alive

with a programmed lightshow, restoring the Gasworks to its former glory,” he said. “The design incorporates sloping lawn areas for rest and relaxation, with a canopy arbour structure within the Gasometer offering shade and shelter - a perfect spot for workers and local residents to take some time out to unwind. “There will also be a paved plaza area with direct access to the commercial towers and Skyring Terrace.”

Thank you to all my clients for a successful year with over 60 sales! LD

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