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Robin Lyons

Supporting Domestic Violence Victims Words: Sheree Hoddinett

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bright smile, an air of grace and an underlying current of hardworking success truly capture the essence of Robin Lyons (nee Parkin). But there’s certainly more to this passionate businesswoman than meets the eye. Dedicated but with an endearing side of humbleness that belies the amount of time and effort she puts into making business Simplicité Skin Care – a nutrient rich natural skin care range made from plant extracts cofounded with husband David - Robin is beyond proud, and so she should be.

“He’s the official brains behind it all [Simplicité], it’s all his formulations. All herbal extracts are freshly made for each product and that’s more than just unusual, it’s unique. Nobody else does that, everything else is powdered, factorymade, pre-made liquids. That’s why our products smell so good, fresh and strong, and potent.” What started out as a few products they used on themselves eventually grew into a thriving business, and Robin’s role is essentially putting herself out there as the face (and voice) of the business.

“My role has always been to translate, in some ways, David’s “We’ve had the business, selling retail for about 26 years scientific explanations into laymen’s terms,” she says. “And now,” she says. “David has been a naturopath and these days into social media for example, or in newsletters, herbalist for a lot longer than that through his clinic. He explaining what it’s all about. doesn’t work as a naturopath formally anymore, we do skin consultations these days, but before that he “For a lot of years I’ve also been asking customers to provide May 2019 treated skin cancer at Royal Brisbane Hospital. us with testimonials and photos of what they have achieved

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with our products, and it’s been fantastic. You can read anything on the internet, but it really helps when you have a photo of someone to match what they’re saying.” But none of it would have come about if it wasn’t for Robin’s previous career. You might recognise her face, as she spent several years as a television newsreader and journalist. Her time fronting the news is how she and David came to meet, when he saw the damage to the skin on her face caused by the cleanser she was using at the time. The rest, as they say, is history. Robin recalls her time in the media fondly. It was a path she forged, after trying a few other things first. “I was a model, had a beauty therapy salon… I was young, I didn’t really know what I wanted to do,” she says. “One day I saw a well-known reporter from Channel 7 reporting on a hair show where I had the beauty therapy salon as part of the show, and I thought, ‘That’s what I want to do’. “I really enjoy telling a story. I’m always telling stories, true stories of course, about what these products do. It was just a natural progression to

leave the media when I did. I enjoyed it, it was terrific but this [Simplicité] was something we could do together.” Not only is it something they do together, but it’s a family business with sons Will and Harry also in the mix. “It’s good working with them, it’s terrific seeing them every day, I love it so much,” Robin says. “Occasionally we have issues like all families do, but we sort it out because we have to. They grew up with Simplicité, they have always loved it. They would come in after school and David would have them mixing up little things. It’s been a big part of their lives as much as ours.”

who has told me about it says to them, ‘Look, you should talk to Robin and they see that her face actually moves’. “I’ve learnt all that I’m saying from David and I apply it all the time. I tell people it is all about putting nutrient into your skin, your skin craves nutrient like our bodies do, and Simplicité products are nutrient in a bioavailable form the skin can absorb. It’s as simple as that.” Robin definitely doesn’t let age define her, instead embracing it and taking time to do things for herself when she can. “The difference when you are older [is] you do feel a bit more tired,” she says. “My energy levels are a bit different, I do need to rest and nurture myself. “I like to do a little bit of swimming and I like to play piano. But I also like to read a lot. I have a Kindle app on my phone which is amazing. Plus I’ve also discovered podcasts, which I listen to while in the car or getting ready for the day. “To switch off, I like to do a bit of meditation, concentrating on breathing and quietening the mind…

everyone has something going on, life is busy.” In keeping with her busy life, Robin will be MC at the upcoming ‘Violets Not Violence!’ Art Exhibition and Auction at the Artisans’ Guild of Caboolture & Districts Inc. gallery at Burpengary on June 1. Raising awareness about domestic violence and its impact on communities everywhere is something Robin believes is important. “So many people are facing domestic violence out there, but Below: Presenting Nine News (Photo contributed)

more needs to be done to keep raising awareness and to help those affected. I’m more than happy to be a part of an event to raise awareness and hopefully make a difference.” Robin admits she’s always admired Ita Buttrose who she describes as ‘collected’. “She’s always had something really good to say for women but also for the media, and she’s just been very dignified and a real achiever. To have been able to deal with the likes of Kerry Packer in her day, she’s terrific.” But does Robin view herself as a role model for women today? “I’d love to think I’m a role model for looking after your skin in a really easy, but nutrient-rich way,” she says. “Many women feel they have to cover up their skin with lots of makeup. They aren’t happy about their skin so they’re hiding it, but our products help women to feel happy to go out of the house wearing no makeup. Your skin is what defines you, no matter what age, whether you’re a 12-year-old with pimples or in your seventies. And I think everyone should be able to feel

comfortable in their own skin without the added pressure of worrying how they look. “I just really want to get out there a bit more and educate more in a constructive way about how you can look after your skin, and look and feel fantastic, without having to resort to drastic measures.” Meet Robin this month at the ‘Violets Not Violence!’ Art Exhibition and Auction. For more information turn to page 12.

Below: With husband, David Lyons

While some women like to divert around revealing their age, Robin is definitely not one of them, proudly admitting she is 60. “I’m very happy to say I’m 60,” she says with a smile. “I haven’t had any work done because I don’t want to, and I need to be an example, and well I naturally am because I love what they (the products) do. “I’ve had people tell me that they have heard at a function that Robin’s had a facelift or had stuff done. In some ways I suppose it’s kind of flattering in that they’re saying I look good, but there’s a note of judgement. Thankfully the person

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100 Native Trees for Kallangur “We know our region is developing and growing, which helps create local jobs and provide opportunities for residents like housing and sporting infrastructure,” Cr Sims said. “But it’s also important that we balance our growth and work to protect what we love about where we live and this planting project is a testament of that. “These beautiful trees will provide much-needed shade for pedestrians and will also provide habitat for wildlife. “Lower growing gum trees present less of a maintenance burden while providing all the benefits native gum trees deliver for us and the animals that live here.

Above: Mia Sephton and Kealey Millar (4) with Cr Sims

“The colourful nectar rich flowers will provide nectar for birds, possums, gliders and butterflies.”

Locals can expect to see a burst of colour along Marsden Road Reserve and Lygon Place Park in Kallangur following the planting of more than 100 flowering native Corymbia, Eucalyptus and Angophora trees.

Council will also be including nest boxes in the existing mature trees in the park to create nesting opportunities for native wildlife including birds and possums found around Kallangur.

3A Pine Rivers will hold their monthly Social and Information Meeting on Friday, May 17 at the Kallangur Memorial Bowls Club, 1351 Anzac Avenue, Kallangur, gathering at 9.30am for a 10.00am start, finishing at 11.30am approximately. Our Guest Speaker will be Ms Betty Vann, who has over 40 years’ experience with POWERtalk International. POWERtalk Australia is a part of a worldwide network of clubs consisting of people who wish to develop greater confidence in speaking and leadership. Betty is a polished speaker having won numerous state championships and been runner up in national events. Betty will be entertaining us with her humorous talk on Men Behaving Badly (men in retirement). Free admission for active seniors in retirement. Morning tea and a raffle are available, as well as a chance to make membership inquiries and book and pay for coach trips and theatre productions. For further information, please telephone the U3A Centre – Kallangur on 3880 6677 Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 12 noon.

Spokesperson for Environment Councillor Denise Sims said Moreton Bay Regional Council was trialling lowgrowing gum trees for their suitability in urban locations across the region.

GET YOUR ROAD SAFETY GRANT IN! Community organisations, school and P&Cs still have time to apply for up to $1,000 in council funding for local road safety initiatives as part of Moreton Bay Regional Council’s Road Safety Grant Program. Mayor Allan Sutherland urged local groups to get in before the May 13 deadline, with innovative ideas on how to improve local road safety. “If you haven’t got your application in and you want to make a difference to your community then jump on board today,” he said. “We’re open to all kinds of ideas from road safety programs for toddlers and seniors, to education for young drivers, or even translating road safety information into other languages. Projects can include road safety programs on a range of local road safety priorities including: • School safety; • Vulnerable road user safety; • Licensing, unlicensed and disqualified driving; • Driver fatigue; • Drink and drug driving; • Anti-social driver behaviour (hooning); • Seat belt utilisation; • Speeding; • Road user distraction; and • General road safety issues. For more information on eligibility criteria visit https://www. moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Services/Community-Support/ Grants-and-Funding/Community-Grants or phone 3205 0555.

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Meet Tim Humphreys:

Local Red Rooster Multi Store Franchise Partner

Words: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

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Above: Tim Humphreys with his mother, Denise.

After recently adding North Lakes and Kallangur stores to his portfolio, local Red Rooster franchisee Tim Humphreys is one step away from achieving his dream of owning five of the Australian-owned restaurant chain’s franchises. Starting out as a kitchen hand at Red Rooster when he was 14-years-old, Tim quickly rose through the ranks to district manager, before purchasing the Narangba store from his employer in 2014. In June 2017 Tim opened his second franchise on Bribie Island, and late last year accepted manage to own offers for the North Lakes and Kallangur stores. “I didn’t think it would be this quick,” said Tim of his franchise acquisitions. “We really just knuckled down at the Narangba store to begin with, and worked really hard on increasing the equity and reducing the debt in the store. It has been tough, but it has allowed us to borrow again.” By ‘us’ Tim means he and his wife Kate, who met at age 17 when they both worked at Red Rooster Morayfield. Seventeen years and three children later, Tim’s Red Rooster career has become a three-generation family affair, with his mother Denise and two eldest children, Seth, 14, and Blair, 12, employed at the Narangba store,

and his father David working across the four stores. “Mum and Dad certainly don’t call in sick on me that’s for sure,” said Tim with a chuckle. “They do an awesome job, and they showed me at a young age what a good work ethic was and how to treat people. “They have a pretty good influence on me and they have a big influence in the stores too. They get looked up to a little bit because they are senior in the store. They are proud of me and I am proud of them too, and I can trust everything that they say.” For Tim, who now has over 100 staff, having great employees is key to his success. “We’ve got some pretty good people which makes a big difference, and we always try and promote from within,” he said. “I hired Jake [Regenfelder] when he was 15 when I opened the Narangba store as Store Manager in 2007, and he’s Store Manager now”. Tim’s business acumen coupled with his decision to add 100 staff hours per week to both the North Lakes and Kallangur stores has resulted in an immediate uplift in both staff morale and customer satisfaction.

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“The good thing about the North Lakes and Kallangur stores was that there was already really good staff when I took over,” he said. “Some of the employees are exceptional. “Within the first week we started getting people coming into the stores, who by just walking through the door and ordering noticed the difference. We are getting a lot of positive feedback, and hopefully that will continue to happen and they will keep supporting us.” For Tim, a Burpengary resident whose children attend local schools and sporting clubs, it is important to give back to the community that has supported his dream. “We help the local schools raise funds through Red Rooster days, and by the time I hand out the current sports awards vouchers, I will have handed out $7,500 worth over the past five years,” he said. “We have also given out over 100 family meal vouchers to different charities and local clubs, and for kids to raise money for sporting travel. “We appreciate the community support and we do what we can to give back.”

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You’re Invited To Fight Domestic Violence Words: Anne Strong

On Saturday, June 1, the Artisans’ Guild of Caboolture & Districts Inc. will host the 2019 ‘Violets not Violence!’ Art Exhibition and Auction to raise funds for the Centre Against Domestic Abuse Inc. (CADA). “All proceeds raised by this event will go directly to helping people affected by domestic and family violence in our community; helping fund emergency expenses, needs of children impacted by the abuse and much more,” said a CADA spokesperson. Event MC and ex-Nine News Anchor, Ms Robin Lyons (formerly Parkin), emphasised the importance of doing all we can to inform and educate people of all ages about domestic violence so that we can get closer to eliminating it. “Using art to generate awareness of this serious issue is an innovative way to raise needed funds and community awareness, as we all enjoy seeing an inspiring artistic piece, or better still, purchasing impressive art for our home or office,” said Ms Lyons. Violets not Violence founder, Subrat Mishra from Bandhu Foundation Trust, is a local artist and has been practicing as a GP in the local area for more than eight years. Having been associated with victims of domestic violence many times, either as a doctor or in his personal life, he has witnessed the victims’ helplessness and need for someone to pull them out of the darkness. “Domestic violence is something that I strongly disagree with and I want to

generate awareness about it,” said Dr Mishra. “My art is something I can use to put this message across. The main target is our future generation. If we can teach our sons and daughters to respect each other and treat each other with care and nurture, then we can surely see a gradual change in the rates of domestic violence.” Businesses and industry professionals within the Moreton Bay region are being encouraged to seriously consider donating to this important cause. Bandhu Foundation Trust, Artisans’ Guild of Caboolture & Districts Inc., Simplicité Skin Care, Feature Magazine, Brisbane Audio Services and Narangba Valley Tavern have already jumped on board. “This fundraiser is one that anyone can participate in regardless of artistic talent or interest,” said Glenn Spence, Manager of Narangba Valley Tavern. “It is also one of those rare events where all the proceeds are donated directly to the cause. I encourage businesses to join us in donating. Every little bit helps.” President of the Artisans’ Guild of Caboolture & Districts Inc., Ms Jacqui Ferguson, advised that donations such as raffle prizes, monetary donations to cover art competition prizes or simply purchasing tickets to the event would be greatly appreciated. “Those who wish to pledge a larger amount (payable by June 1), or who would like to review the art pieces available for auction are encouraged to email the event management team at admin@violetsnotviolence. com.au,” said Ms Ferguson.

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The event is open to the public and will be held from 4pm to 8pm at the Artisans’ Guild Gallery located on the corner of Old Bay Road and Maitland Road, Burpengary East. Tickets can be purchased at the event or beforehand by emailing admin@ violetsnotviolence.com.au. Tickets are $10 per adult (donated to CADA) and children under the age of 18 are free to enter. Light refreshments are included in the ticket price and the winners of the 2019 ‘Violets not Violence!’ Art Competition will be announced at the event. To buy tickets or for more information about the Art Competition or Art Auction please email admin@ violetsnotviolence.com.au. What: 2019 ‘Violets not Violence!’ Community Fundraiser When: Saturday, June 1 from 4pm to 8pm Where: Artisans’ Guild Art Gallery, Cnr Maitland Rd and Old Bay Rd, Burpengary East Why: Raise money for the Centre Against Domestic Violence (CADA) How Much: $10 per Adult. Children under 18 free. Includes light refreshments.

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Caboolture Touch Star

Catherine Sargent to Represent Australia Words: Sheree Hoddinett

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For Catherine Sargent, being selected to represent Australia in touch football is like a dream come true. The 26-year-old Narangba State School teacher is part of the Open Women’s team competing in the 2019 Touch World Cup in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur from late April to early May, and it’s an achievement that Catherine thought may never happen after an injury ruled her out for the last cup four years ago. “Being selected into this team is a personal career goal of mine,” she says. “Four years ago, I was training really hard and on my way to being selected in my first world cup team in 2015. In November 2014, I suffered a serious knee injury which ruled me out of selections and saw me sidelined for the following 12 months. “I have worked really hard over the past four years and was so very grateful to have been selected in this team! It is an absolute honour and privilege to play in Malaysia, and honestly something which I truly did not think would ever happen after my injury.”

although not sure how my amazing mother managed this… until I decided to stop playing netball and pursue touch footy!” So, what is it about touch football that Catherine enjoys so much that she keeps going back? “The best thing about the sport is the people you meet and the lifelong friends that you create,” she said. “The trips away are about running around with your mates and enjoying yourself. More importantly, it keeps us fit and healthy!” And it seems being competitive definitely helps too! “I believe as the years have gone on and since having a serious injury, you realise just how special each and every time you run out on that field is, so that win seems a little bit more important!”

compete against Fiji, China, Japan, Scotland, Samoa, England and South Africa. “Depending on our results, we will then have the opportunity to participate in the final series where hopefully we will work hard and get the results to play in the grand final to become world champions,” Catherine said. With her touch footy dream fulfilled, what does the future hold for Catherine’s playing career? “After playing this World Cup, I will be fully satisfied with my footy career,” she says. “I will still continue to play unless other things prevent me, like travelling or having babies! “I still very much enjoy playing down at my local club, Caboolture Touch Association, on a Tuesday (mixed) and Thursday (women’s) night.”

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Representing her country on the wing, Catherine says the support she has received over her selection has gone above and beyond, even from Narangba State School where she teaches Year 3. “I have received an overwhelming amount of support,” she said. “I have some amazing friends and family that put together a fundraiser for me to raise some much-needed funds to help me get to Malaysia. As touch football is an amateur sport, our campaign is fully self-funded. “I love my job and the kids are always supportive. I am so grateful that I teach at such an amazing school with beautiful and supportive staff. I could not ask for a more supportive environment to work in. They are all fantastic!” For someone who has a strong passion for touch football, it’s quite surprising to find out it wasn’t her first sport of choice. “I started playing touch football when I was 12 years old,” she said. “My primary school friends were playing touch while I would play netball. They asked me to play, and I just refused. “It wasn’t until my sister started playing club touch for a season at Caboolture [and] I then followed in her footsteps and played the following season at my local club, Caboolture Touch Association. “From there I played both touch and netball for many many years…

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We are told not to judge a book by its cover, but some believe that you can in fact judge a butcher based on their sausages. In the case of local butcher, Narangba Select Meats, their sausages are the best you can get, as judged by a panel of industry judges at this year’s Regional (Brisbane North West) Sausage King Competition. Presented with seven awards in total at the competition run by the Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC), Narangba Select Meats won four first places for their pork and beef sausages, home-made kabana and scalded sausages. Owner Chad said that he is especially happy and proud of the win, “Because not many have ever been known to win firsts in both the beef and pork [categories] before.” The win will see Narangba Select Meats compete in the AMIC Ham, Bacon and Smallgoods state finals to be held on August 18 at the Royal Queensland Food & Wine show (RQFWS) at the Brisbane Showgrounds. Pointing out the many benefits of buying meat from a trusted local

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butcher, Chad said he can provide his customers with good quality cuts of meat, with a side of advice on the best way to cook the meat to produce guaranteed tasty meals every time at the dinner table. Even when cooking a simple meal of sausages, there are techniques Chad can share to avoid the disaster of a burnt snag. “If I am doing sausages in the frying pan, I just lay them out, put the lid on, put [the heat] on about medium, and I just shuffle the whole frying pan and they just slowly cook,” he said. “The lid is important for the thicker sausages because you’ve got that surround heat instead of direct. If cooking them on the barbecue, you need to spend more time turning them, so they don’t burn on one side.” Even though Narangba Select Meats have a large variety of sausages to choose from, they can also custommake sausages for their customers. All Chad needs is a recipe, and this can be especially helpful for people with food allergies. They also provide special recipe sausages created for special occasions. Why not try a beer, pepper, cheese and steak sausage

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specially created for the State of Origin games? Recent weather events including drought and flood directly affect the price of meat, which can be especially hard for independent butcher shops who are forced to compete against large supermarkets that can absorb the price increases from supply chains. Chad said that because meat is all butchers essentially sell, this cannot be done in the same way. But for Chad it is not all about selling quality products to customers, but also the personal relationships that are formed with loyal customers who visit his shop. “I’ve been here for nearly 10 years so I’ve seen kids that were six and seven [years old] that are now starting to drive,” he said. “You see [the kids] grow up when you have long-term customers that you serve every week.” Visit the Narangba Select Meats Facebook page for more information and for in-store meat specials.

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Atlantic Pool Services Makes Yard Maintenance Easy Atlantic Pool Services Makes Yard Maintenance Easy Local family Mo, Shaz and Kerry, also known as part of the team at Atlantic Pool Services, have become Australia’s first STIHL Electric and Battery Dealer. Known for their honest and loyal customer service, the team have been providing expert pool services to the community for over sixteen years. Now, in keeping with their passion for the Australian outdoor way of life, this highly respected team will add even more value with the STIHL range of smaller, handheld operated garden tools which are both lightweight and efficient. “I had a pool once where the inside area was so hard for me to look after,” said Sharon. “It was hard for me to mow because petrol mowers are heavier that battery mowers. When visiting family in England, I happened to use their mower and it was so easy. I didn’t know it at the time, but it just happened to be a battery-operated STIHL.” Don’t have a pool? Owners of homes on small blocks can greatly benefit from these products along with the elderly who still like to stay garden smart. After two years of investigating and brainstorming to come up

with business growth ideas after discussions with STIHL, a dealership agreement was formed. It is the type of agreement that builds customer loyalty by aligning with a wellrespected brand name and product. “This is a new project and very exciting for us,” said Sharon. “It is also new to STIHL, and their excitement, tuition and help has been second to none in getting us up and running. “Being a pool shop, business is very seasonal, so we thought outside the square in relation to adding value to our current and future clients.

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Local Baseball Player Bound for the US Words: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

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The sky’s the limit for local seventeen-year-old baseball player Luke Readdy who is heading to the US next month as a member of the 2019 Aussie Expo’s Baseball Team program. A Senior Division 1, 2 and U20’s player for Redcliffe Leagues Padres Baseball Club, Luke was a member of Narangba Demons Baseball Club for nine years before moving to Redcliffe Padres four years ago. A big, left-handed hitting first baseman, Luke has more than proven his worth on the baseball diamond, playing in more than 10 state titles over eight years from Little League to U18s, with his representative achievements continuing in the senior ranks. In the past twelve months alone, accomplishments have included being named in the U18 Queensland Bandits 2018/19 Squad. While Luke didn’t make the final team, he was picked up by the Canberra Cavalry Team for the U18 National Championships. Last month, Luke earnt a spot on the School Sport Australia (SSA) 18 Years & Under Baseball Championships QLD Open Schoolboys Team. Being able to play baseball with friends and the competitive nature of the game is what attracts Luke likes about baseball. “It is a bit of a unique sport also,” he adds. “It is not really that mainstream, so that’s really good as well.” Landing a place in the 2019 Aussie Expo’s Baseball Team program will see Luke experience the cultural phenomenon that is American baseball. Celebrating 30 consecutive years this year, the program is the longest continuous running baseball exchange program in Australia, and is designed to help young Australian athletes live their dreams of playing baseball in America. “A number of scouts from US schools and colleges come along to watch games and they generally like what they see because the boys have the right attitude,” said Aussie Expo’s Coach, Keith Land. “There’s been at least one player who went on to play in the major leagues in America, but there’s been countless others who have gone on to sign either professional contracts with baseball clubs, or who have got scholarship places in colleges or universities in the US.” Team members are selected for the program based on three principles.

“We call it a AAA team,” said Keith. “Player selection is based on their attitude, what they want to achieve, and their ability in that order. “I’ve seen Luke develop over a number of years at Redcliffe Padres. He’s such a well-mannered, polite young man off the field, and when I saw those qualities in him, he was an ideal tourist to be invited on the tour.” The Aussie Expo’s team will play 15 games in total in Hawaii, Covina (Los Angeles) and Redlands (California), with players staying with host families and being responsible for managing their own finances. “While we want to bring them back as better base ballers, we also want to bring them back as better people,” said Keith. “We love to see them grow up off the field as much as growing up on the field.” Luke’s first overseas trip, the tour is understandably stirring mixed feelings.

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“I feel really excited and privileged to get the experience to go over to America and see how baseball is over there,” said Luke. “It is a little nerve-wracking too, but I feel like it will be a really good experience and learning curve to see how cultures are different overseas.” Adds Luke’s mother, Lea, “Every young baseballer’s dream is to play ball in America, and we certainly are grateful Luke has been given this opportunity. The life experience of travelling overseas and playing the game he loves will be memories we hope he will treasure for a lifetime.” But for Luke, joining the ranks of Australia’s best home-grown baseball talent on home soil is where he has set his sights. “I hope to play in the Australian Baseball League [ABL] one day,” he said. “That would be one of my biggest goals.”

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I went on to do my Masters in the diagnosis of attention deficient disorder (ADD), at a time before a lot of children displayed those behaviours,” said Sharon.

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“My thesis explored the connection between depressed mothers and the bullying behaviours of their children, considering potential causes for the behaviour based on research.”

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With two young children of her own and a wealth of knowledge and experience, Sharon’s career took another unexpected turn. She didn’t plan on running a business, but as co-owner and Director of Embrace Life in North Lakes, Sharon has found a fulfilling way to continue her life’s purpose. “I changed jobs every 12 to 18 months for years, and then I found Embrace Life in 2009 and I’ve been doing this ever since,” said Sharon.

s a new mother, an encounter with Sharon Armstrong is, in a word, nurturing. Sharon’s passion to see families thrive is equalled by her knowledge and experience in child health. And she’s living her life purpose by sharing this with other mothers. Sharon’s warmth and care are genuine. Just ask any mother who has sought out her professional advice or stumbled upon her generous support. As the daughter of a midwife and having babysat since the age of 12, the wellbeing of mothers and their children is in Sharon’s blood. She’s a registered child health nurse and lactation consultant, but it is her role as business owner that has had the biggest impact on both Sharon and the local community. From working as a general nurse in rural Queensland, to nannying a new born in Austria; and treating the royal family in Qatar to working in public health in England, Sharon’s work has literally taken her around the world.

“I haven’t wanted to change, because it is very rewarding.” As with many of the bends in her career, it was by chance that Sharon came to be a business owner. After seeking chiropractic support for one of her sons and seeing significant progress in his development, Sharon set up a drop-in child health service in the same clinic to provide professional advice to new mums. When the opportunity came up, Sharon and a colleague bought the business and have gradually expanded. “The business is all about offering options to families. It’s about thinking about health differently, adding in natural therapies where appropriate and providing the support that families need,” said Sharon. Ten years later, the drop-in health clinic continues to be a popular free service for local mums. Sharon and other qualified health nurses weigh and measure babies and answer any questions mothers have.

“Every role I’ve had has given me different experiences and perspectives,” said Sharon.

“I see my role as an empowerer more than as an expert. Sure, I’m welleducated and I’m pretty skilled when it comes to babies, but every baby is different and no-one knows a baby like their mother,” said Sharon.

Including stints working in a methadone clinic, child care centre, unit for emotionally and behaviourally disturbed children and a specialist child health service, there isn’t much that Sharon hasn’t seen when it comes to healthcare.

“My ultimate goal by running the child health clinic and seeing mothers, is that mothers feel good about themselves; they have confidence to read their child and they feel good. This is something I’m very passionate about.”

“My jobs were all in very different environments and all eye-opening in their own ways,” said Sharon. Inspired by her hands-on experience, Sharon also studied continuously throughout her career, broadening her knowledge in different areas of child health.

Sharon’s passion for supporting others has also influenced her involvement in the local community. She has been a member of the local Chamber of Commerce since 2010, serving in executive roles on the board, as well as being actively involved in Region Development Australia’s Moreton Bay Committee.

“I realised that I really liked working with more challenging children, so

Sharon also attends local festivals and events to reach out into the

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community, both on behalf of Embrace Life and as a child health expert. This community involvement, coupled with her passion for mothers, led to Sharon co-founding the Happy Healthy Playgroup in collaboration with Sesame Lane Childcare. Held in North Lakes and Kippa Ring, the weekly groups for parents and their young children provide free, expert advice to mothers by a roster of professionals. In keeping with Sharon’s approach, the groups are informal and designed to be a place for mothers to meet in a supportive environment. “Seeing these mothers really love mothering, and to know that I’m helping facilitate that by giving new mothers every opportunity to flourish, that is why I do what I do,” said Sharon. “That will be on my gravestone: I nurtured mothers.”

From Our Readers I’m taking part in the World’s Greatest Shave for the Leukaemia Foundation on May 19, 12 noon, at Atlantic Pool Supplies, Burpengary. My sister was diagnosed late last year and is now in remission. After flying to New Zealand to donate my stem cells I felt compelled to do more. My daughter has been growing her hair for a year-and-a-half especially for this cause so I decided to join her in the greatest shave. I would also like to add that my Dad is doing an awesome job in being there, not only for my sister but was by my side during my stem cell donation. He is an absolute rock… heading into Wellington nearly everyday… sometimes sitting in traffic for hours. Family is such an important part and because of this we shave for them as well. Please sponsor us to give families facing blood cancer the emotional and practical support they need. You’ll also fund vitalising research to help more people survive blood cancers, while improving their quality of life. Every day another 35 Australians are diagnosed with a blood cancer. That’s one Aussie every 41 minutes. Although research is improving survival, sadly an Australian loses their life to blood cancer every two hours. Please sponsor me at www. myleukaemiafoundation.org.au/ ruthwills

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Caboolture Sports Club Wins Queensland Club of the Year! Caboolture Sports Club has taken out the prestigious Club of the Year Award at the 2019 Keno & Clubs Queensland Awards for Excellence this week. The Award, sponsored by Keno, recognises the community club that has delivered consistent, outstanding service and facilities to promote their objectives, and provide the highest level of social and entertainment facilities for their members and the community. Caboolture Sports Club delivers that in spades. “In my 10 years as CEO of Clubs Queensland, I have been in awe of the development of Caboolture Sports Club,” said Doug Flockhart, CEO Clubs Queensland. “Winning Club of the Year Award is a fitting tribute for this club, who are no strangers to the podium having won many Awards for Excellence across a wide range of categories since the Awards began 20 years ago. “Club of the Year award is another major achievement for Caboolture Sports Club and they should be extremely proud.” The Club has maintained a very high commitment to sports in the area, supporting its six foundation sports club with over 3,100 playing members, including 1,454 junior players. This, coupled with a further 375 community grants, provided a total of $1,783,174 in cash and in-kind community support during the last financial year alone.

In addition to winning Club of the Year, Caboolture Sports Club also took out the categories of Best MultiSport Club sponsored by Kestrel Solutions; Best Club Redevelopment under $2million sponsored by Rohrig Group, Best Club North Brisbane sponsored by Odyssey, and Best Entertainment Venue sponsored by Foxtel Business.

directly back into our sporting clubs, sporting individuals and community organisations.

“It was certainly a big night for Caboolture Sports Club, winning five major Awards in recognition of their hard work and dedication,” said Mr Flockhart. “The diversity of the Awards is a true reflection of their excellence across the whole business.”

“Our internal cultural standards known as ‘Team Spirit’ are embraced by all our employees, and there is no doubt this could not be achieved without this ongoing commitment from our team.

Caboolture Sports Club CEO Kelvin Patch said that while the Club of the Year award came as “a welcome surprise”, it was an achievement that is shared with the board, staff and 75,000 members of the club. “The five awards, especially Club of the Year, are in direct recognition of the support and passion of the membership of the Caboolture Sports Club,” Mr Patch said. “I would personally like to thank each and every member for their ongoing patronage, as the acknowledgement through these awards would have not been achieved without their loyalty. “Acknowledgement must also be given to our Board of Directors, who have been diligent in delivering a strategic vision for the development and encouragement of sport within the Moreton Bay Region. “The funds generated through the CSC Group venues are invested

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“I would like to acknowledge and thank the 300 plus staff across our venues for their dedication and work ethics to provide outstanding customer service to our members and their guests.

“Finally, I give thanks to the numerous long-term consultants, businesses and organisations that have supported our journey including Mullins Lawyers, Westpac, BSPN Architecture, Rohrig, Ashley-Cooper Construction, SRJ Walker Wayland, Jacaranda Advisory, Clubs Queensland, and Moreton Bay Regional Council.” The Keno & Clubs Queensland Awards for Excellence, which this year celebrate their 20th year, is an important event on the calendar for an industry that contributes some $2.2billion to the Queensland economy and over $850million in social contributions. “To continue to provide for our communities, the club sector is always striving to be the best it can be, and these Awards are a way we recognise the incredibly hard work of our clubs and our dedicated club managers and volunteer boards and committees,” said Mr Flockhart.

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Building Strong Working Relationships One Coffee At A Time When Stakeholder Relations Manager Bill Alexion joined TAFE Queensland (TQ) he had big ambitions. Coming from a vocational education background, Bill was well aware of the skill shortage amongst the building and construction sector, and brought with him a unique idea to bring training opportunities and support direct to busy worksites. Bill worked with his TQ colleagues to put into concept a mobile coffee and BBQ van that would travel Greater Brisbane visiting worksites to offer a free coffee and hot breakfasts. Whilst onsite the team is on hand to discuss training opportunities direct with the tradies, subcontractors and employers. Equipped with a commercial grade expresso machine and two BBQs, Bill and his team have been visiting work sites for four years now and the hard work is definitely paying off. Their presence onsite has enabled the team to forge new working relationships whilst providing information on apprenticeship pathways, upskilling, higher-level qualifications and funding options. The Coffee and BBQ van team often partner trade industry specialists Apprentice Recruit, Bolle, Trade Tools, Makita, Milwaukee, AEG, Dial Before

You Dig, QLeave, CBUS and Elson Plumbing Services. They not only chip in with the coffee and hot breakfasts, but also provide industry relevant information on super entitlements, leave allowances, and the latest trade industry products. The mobile coffee and BBQ team are also present at many trade related and community events throughout the year. These have included industry breakfasts, student and apprentice training days and various charity events. The team is also a strong supporter of Mates in Construction, regularly filling their donations tin on site visits. Bill said, “Both employers and tradies seem to really appreciate their presence and the advice that our partners can provide. We receive questions ranging from flexible training options, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathways, to industry specialists referrals. “We often discuss the different funding and financial incentives that are available to both the employer and the tradie. It’s also a valuable opportunity to obtain feedback directly from the worker to find out what their training requirements are, helping us to structure our future business models around the needs of

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busy tradesperson and employer. “Tradies, subcontractors and employers are generally so time-poor that coming to them onsite just works. It’s way more convenient to have information come to them, rather than them having to find time to come to us. “We find that many of the employers and tradespeople we speak to are not aware of the different methods of delivery that TAFE Queensland can offer. We can offer training in the workplace, online, on-campus and even through mobile study centres. “Feedback from industry has been overwhelmingly positive. Last year alone, we engaged with over 20,000 industry trade professionals faceto-face, visited over 200 worksites, served over 20,000 cups of coffee and cooked over 40,000 sausages.” The site visits, a free service that TAFE Queensland offers, have proven to be great way to reach out to tradies, contractors and employers. The have also been a great way to build new relationships and engage with industry on a regular basis.

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Clinical trial of ’universal’ flu vaccine

USC Clinical Trials is about to begin research into an experimental ‘universal’ influenza vaccine. The flu is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause severe illness and life-threatening complications, including pneumonia. It is spread by contact with fluids from coughs and sneezes and is estimated to contribute to more than 3,000 deaths in Australia each year.

Flu sufferers may experience fever, headache, muscle pain and soreness, cough, sore throat and stuffy nose.

May to October, and would be conducted by Dr Nova Evans and Dr Susan Thackwray at the Health Hub Morayfield and Sippy Downs.

An annual immunisation against the flu is recommended for everyone, especially the elderly and people with chronic disease. However, it is not always 100 percent effective, as there are many different flu viruses and not all are covered by currently available vaccines each year.

Dr Evans said, “This is a trial for everyday people in real-life situations to take part in to help our broader community.

USC Clinical Trials Director Lucas Litewka said this trial was an important step in identifying a broad-spectrum vaccine that could transform global health and potentially eliminate the need for annual flu vaccinations. “This is a very exciting potential experimental therapy that has been undergoing clinical trials for several years now,” Mr Litewka said. He said the trial was planned for the coming Southern Hemisphere flu season, which usually runs from

“Contributing to the study is a simple, safe and wellsupported process which may lead to reducing the number of vaccinations we will all be recommended in the future,” he said. Adults over the age of 18 can take part in this trial and will receive the current flu vaccine in addition to the experimental flu vaccine. Those who meet the criteria and are enrolled in the study will be reimbursed for their time. Patients interested in participating can go to usc.edu.au/trials.

Student and Graduate Pair for Social Media Success A Narangba USC student keen for a career in social media is gaining valuable industry experience at a business founded by a USC graduate who forged the same path and has already employed a fellow graduate. Third-year USC Communication student Janisha Chaudhary, 19, was snapped up for an internship this semester by Dash of Milk, a Maroochydore-based agency owned by 2017 Public Relations graduate Bronte Cresswell. Janisha finished Year 12 at Narangba Valley State High School in 2016, the same year that Bronte completed her USC degree and launched her career. Both women were taught at USC by Lecturer in Public Relations Dr Karen Sutherland, who this year brought them together for a new Social Media Internship course, part of USC’s Social Media major. Janisha said it was a great opportunity to “soak up as much knowledge as possible” while gaining more skills in content creation and social media strategies. “The internship involves 208 hours of work-integrated learning, mentored

by a social media/digital marketing specialist, along with real-world assessments,” she said. “Bronte is a USC graduate who made her dreams a reality, starting a boutique social media agency in 2018. She’s so passionate, I feel like I’m getting a foot in the industry door.”

“This degree will give students the knowledge and skills for strategic content curation and creation across various platforms, and teach them how to tell compelling brand stories for both social and traditional media.”

Bronte said she was delighted to stay connected to USC, including the employment of her social media manager Stephanie Kaye, a 2018 USC Business (Marketing) graduate. “It’s exciting to support the University’s new internship course, because I know what it’s like to be really motivated and want to get out in the workforce and see what you’ve learned translate into real projects,” said Bronte, of Wurtulla. “I was surprised by how much Janisha knew when she started here, so moving her on to project work happened quite quickly and she is building a portfolio.” Dr Sutherland also leads USC’s new Bachelor of Communication (Social Media), aiming to empower the next generation of social media specialists.

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Arthritis Words: Moreton All Body Care

Arthritis is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting Australians. 2015 data from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare suggest that one in 11 (9%) or approximately 2.1 million Australians suffer with the condition. For ease, this article will speak only about osteoarthritis rather than other more rare forms of the condition. Arthritis is a chronic and progressive condition that mostly affects the joints in the hands, spine, and lower limb (hips, knees and ankles). It is characterised by the degeneration of the cartilage in our joints and it presents as pain, swelling and stiffness in the affected joints. The symptoms tend to worsen over time however can come on suddenly. Symptoms can vary in degree and severity but tend to be stiffness, swelling and pain in and around the affected joint. There can often be creaking, cracking or grinding associated with the condition, but the presence of these are by no means reliable indicators of the extent of the condition. Who is At Risk? There are several risk factors that increase the risk of developing arthritis. These include (but arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t

limited to) repetitive movements associated with work, advancing age, being overweight or obese, and having had a previous significant injury to the joint. As well as this, females are overrepresented in patients with arthritis, and account for two out of every three people diagnosed. The reason for this is not fully understood, but is often attributed to metabolic changes that occur through menopause, leading to lower bone mineral density. What Can Be Done? Arthritis has many treatment options that are appropriate in different situations dependant on the symptom severity and limitations. The most recent guidelines for management advise against the use of passive treatment such as ultrasound, interferential, TENS (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) and acupuncture. This is because they have been shown to provide minimal long term effect. Treatments that have been shown to be effective are braces and orthotics to deload the area, as well as help to change the biomechanics affecting the joints. Walking aids such as walking sticks have been found to assist

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in reducing symptoms. Weight management is suggested for people who are overweight to assist in decreasing the force through the affected joints. And finally, the most effective treatment is exercise or hydrotherapy. The exercises should focus on increasing strength around the affected area and this serves to improve your function and help you to keep doing what you want to for longer. In severe cases, osteoarthritis surgery in the form of joint replacement may be implied, however this decision should only be made after advice from an orthopaedic surgeon. This is a last stage treatment that should only be considered when your pain is interfering with your life significantly, and all other treatments have failed to halt the progression. Navigating the murky waters of joint pain and arthritis can be difficult. If you need any guidance or advice around what is best for you, please contact our clinics to arrange an appointment with a Physiotherapist to be assessed and have an individual rehab plan formulated.

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DAYBORO DAY FESTIVAL Incorporating

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Happy Mother’s Day

Words: Karen Carter

THURSDAY ISLAND

Above: Thursday Island seen from the Qantas flight

Prior to visiting the Torres Strait Islands for the first time, my knowledge of this region between the tip of Cape York and the southern coast of Papua New Guinea, was limited. I remember the Warumpi Band ‘80s song My Island Home made famous by Christine Anu in the ‘90s and again more recently in the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, when Patrick Mau did a rap version (all these artists are from the Torres Strait). Politically this region was put on the map by the high court case for land rights in 1992, a story told twenty years later in the film, Mabo (now on Netflix). Probably the best promotion for the area was a 2006 television mini-series RAN: Remote Area Nurse starring Susie Porter, whose character faced the challenges of living on a remote island in the tropics. More recently, the ABC series Back Roads featured Thursday Island, interviewing significant locals including Indigenous marathon runner Elsie Seriat (who established the Deadly Running Group and was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2018) and octogenarian singer-songwriter Seaman Dan.

The ancient Greeks and Romans celebrated motherhood by holding festivals to honour their mother goddesses Rhea and Cybele. In later times, Christians celebrated ‘Mothering Sunday’ on the fourth Sunday of Lent to encourage worshippers to return to ‘Mother’ Church. By the mid 1940’s, our acknowledgement of Mother’s Day had shifted the focus to children giving their mothers tokens of appreciation. Across the USA and Australia, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May. This year we will celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 12; a time to acknowledge our mums and let them know how much we love and appreciate them. Our whole world is a learning environment and our mothers (and fathers too) play a crucial role in it. Mothers are our children’s first and best teachers. Children bond with their mothers from birth. This bond provides a secure foundation which enables a child to safely explore their world and grow within it. Mothers teach their children to walk and talk, how to clean and dress themselves, to have good manners and to care for others. They model good behaviour and teach children right from wrong, good from bad and a myriad of things in between! By the time a child starts school they have already learnt an incredible number of things. In a safe and loving environment children thrive. They instinctively learn how to establish a healthy sense of self. They will feel confident about themselves and will be prepared to take on the challenges of life. Research has shown that secure

attachments lead to positive self-esteem, independence, enduring relationships, empathy, compassion and resiliency later in life. Mothers have a profound and lasting influence on their children’s lives, and this cannot be understated. They are responsible for our children’s earliest and probably most important learning experiences. What they taught (and continue to teach) us, has had a direct effect on us as children, as teenagers and as adults. What they teach us is often passed down through the generations and we find ourselves modelling the same behaviours to our own children. The saying; ‘The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree,’ is very true sometimes. As we grow older, it is often easy to take our mothers for granted and forget that without them there would be no us. So, on May 12, let’s take the time to remember our mothers (even if they are no longer with us), and celebrate all the things they have taught us and how much they love us. Let them know just how much you love and appreciate them in return. Importantly, if you are a mother yourself, celebrate the crucial job you do in raising happy and well-adjusted children. Abraham Lincoln said it best: “All that I am or hope to be, I owe to my mother”. Happy Mother’s Day! Karen Carter is Co-Director at Kip McGrath Education Centre Burpengary, providing professional tuition by qualified teachers in Maths and English for Primary and Secondary students. Visit www.kipmcgrath.com.au/burpengary or phone 3888 2332 for a free assessment.

Flying out of Cairns, the QantasLink de Havilland Dash 8 twin-engine aircraft takes under two hours to get to Horn Island Airport. From the shed-like terminal building, a local bus service takes passengers on a five minute journey to the jetty, connecting with the ferry that takes another five minutes to arrive on Thursday Island. Not surprisingly, the neighbouring islands are called Wednesday and Friday, while less known, the largest island in Torres Strait is called Prince of Wales Island (a secluded paradise for people who live “off the grid”). As expected, the highlight of a visit to this region, in addition to the tropical island scenery, glorious sunsets and amazing night sky, is the people. A comfortable mix of Indigenous (aboriginal and islander people) and nonIndigenous Aussies call “T.I.”, as it is locally known, home. Everyone owns a boat and most people are keen on either fishing or socialising or both. It is the perfect spot for losing sense of time and gaining a deep appreciation for traditional culture, island life and remote living. If you know someone in the Torres Strait, take time to visit.

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EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE (EFT)

By Marion Grimshaw, Zen Chi Natural Therapies & Wellness Centre Emotional Freedom Technique is a series of astoundingly fast and easy processes that can help just about anyone to achieve genuine freedom from the emotions that have created problems in their lives. EFT relieves symptoms by a routine of tapping with the fingertips on a short series of points on the body that correspond to acupuncture points on the energy meridians. Where there is an imbalance, there is a corresponding blockage in the flow of energy through the meridian system. The tapping serves to release the blockages that are created when a person thinks about or becomes involved in an emotional circumstance. When this blockage is released, the emotions come into balance. Most energetic imbalances may be partially or completely relieved within a short time using this process. Others may be relieved through repetition of the process. Some examples of energetic patterns that have been successfully cleared using the Emotional Freedom Techniques: • • • • • • •

Fears related to performance like public speaking, concentration, sports, etc. Phobias like the fear of heights, flying, enclosed spaces, driving, etc. Emotional trauma from war experiences, physical abuse, etc. Disturbing emotions like depression and anger. Emotions related to addictive patterns like eating and smoking Insomnia Emotions related to physical conditions like weight loss or pain.

Typically, the result is lasting and the person’s awareness usually changes in a positive way as a natural result of the healing. EFT often works in minutes and the results are usually long lasting.

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Who is Responsible for Mould in a Rental Property? Words: Raine & Horne, Burpengary

What is mould? Mould is a fungal growth that thrives on moisture. It can grow in your home during the wetter months when conditions are damp, dark and poorly ventilated. Mould can grow in your bathroom, kitchen, cluttered storage areas, wall and roof spaces and behind furniture. Health issues When mould dries out or is disturbed, it releases spores which can cause illness in some people or exacerbate existing health issues. This can include conditions like asthma, respiratory infections, sinus problems, rashes and watery, itchy, red eyes. Mould can also cause unpleasant odours and damage to building materials, contents and structures which may lead to expensive maintenance or management costs. Where mould is commonly found in rental properties Preventing mould in your rental property requires a joint effort by you and your landlord. It’s important to restrict moisture from entering your home and growing once it’s inside. A few common culprits of mould include: • Surface water leaking into your property • Rising damp • Rain leaking into your house through the roof or walls • Poor ventilation • Showering, cooking and boiling without proper ventilation (exhaust fans/open windows) • Using clothes dryers and unflued gas heaters without proper ventilation • Indoor plumbing leaks

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Indoor liquid spills Storing large amounts of water absorbent materials, such as books or cardboard boxes in a damp space

What is the tenant’s responsibility? If you’re renting property in Australia, you must: • Keep your rental property in a reasonable state of cleanliness; • Not intentionally or negligently cause or permit damage; and • Let your landlord or real estate agent know about any damage as soon as possible. • As a tenant, you may be in breach of your rental agreement if mould develops because: • You got the carpet wet and failed to treat it or let it dry out properly; • You didn’t aerate the bathroom by using exhaust fans or opening windows; • You left pools of water on the tiles outside the shower and let scum building up; or • You dried clothes indoors and didn’t air the room afterwards. Has mould caused damage to your premises or belongings? You can ask your state’s Magistrates Court for compensation. Keep in mind that while your landlord could be at fault for causing the damage, you should make every reasonable effort to ensure you don’t suffer any losses. You’ll need evidence if your matter is going to the Tribunal. Photographs are a great form of evidence. If you have a serious mould issue, take photographs of the problem area and include these in your evidence. Another way to produce evidence is using a report from a company that

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assesses mould contamination. These reports can be pricey, but you need to isolate the cause of the mould and find out how safe your house is to live in, they can be a good idea. If you want to make a claim for items that you’ve lost or had to have cleaned because of the mould, make an itemised list and be sure to include any invoices and receipts. What is the landlord’s responsibility? Under tenancy law, property owners acting as the landlord must: • Keep the rental premises in a reasonable state of repair; • Meet building, health and safety requirements; and • Ensure repairs are undertaken in a reasonable period of time. • As a landlord, you could be facing a breach of the rental agreement if mould develops as a result of not attending to maintenance matters reported by the tenant, such as: • Damp walls caused by plumbing issues; • A broken exhaust fan or wallmounted heating unit; or • A leaky roof, broken pipe or flood damage. The key to keeping your rental property free of mould is common sense. Keep your home reasonably clean and stay in touch with your landlord. Tell them in writing as soon as you notice mould in your home that can’t be easily fixed. If your valuables are being affected by mould, clean them quickly and put them somewhere that they won’t be damaged. For example, you should remove your clothing from a wardrobe where mould is growing.

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SHORT + SHARP: A Fine Line Words: Jayden Johnston

I became a doctor to help people who needed it.

job that was on offer at that time: a job at a mental health facility. It wasn’t exactly appealing, but the other prospect of being homeless was even less so.

I studied psychiatry because there were people around me who I didn’t understand, and who I thought I could understand easier if I just knew a little more about their condition. I turned to surgery because it always felt like there was someone who was too far gone for me to help them, someone I had to hand off to people. I hated that feeling, because I had a responsibility to my patients, and I felt like I was shirking that, even though I knew, intuitively, that it wasn’t my fault. Unfortunately, logic doesn’t often prevent guilt. I left surgery after making a mistake. I’m still not sure that it was a good idea. The person would have been unlikely to survive anyway, but maybe my giving up was a sign that my mental strength was not of a high enough standard that I could continue. Perhaps that should have told me that I shouldn’t turn to my other, more theoretical studies. I couldn’t be a surgeon anymore, I told myself, so I decided to turn to the only other thing I knew how to do. Psychiatry, which ties in well with psychology, and that was the career I was able to launch myself into. I was let go from this job, due to cutbacks. This was completely ridiculous, and I considered suing, but it wasn’t worth the hassle. I had the qualifications, I could simply get a job elsewhere. Unfortunately, my financial needs were less forgiving of my unemployment. After repeatedly failing to pay my mortgage, I realised I needed a way to sustain myself. So I took the only

I was incredible at it. I thought I had found my true calling. Patients were leaving me so much better off than when they came in, that I received a raise after three months. I thought I deserved it. Maybe I did. I don’t know. My intentions were pure, but when I went down this train of thought, I got taken back to my failed career as a surgeon. It was one of the biggest regrets of my life. If I hadn’t been too desperate to save everyone, I wouldn’t have ended up killing someone. I went down that line too often, finding myself trapped in the rabbit hole. And every time I got trapped, it was harder to get out. My patient turnover decreased, my results falling exponentially. I could see it, could see myself falling, but didn’t know what I could possibly do to stop myself. I wasn’t safe, I wasn’t mentally stable, and I knew it: my mind continued to focus on failed pathways, and I connected the dots with what I thought was a lack of mental resilience. They saw what was happening before I did. I was vaguer, starting to see things that weren’t there, and they pounced. From doctor to patient. But at my age, they had no hope. I don’t think I have any hope either. In what is possibly one of my final moments of clarity, I write this down. I ask the questions. Did I deserve this? I tried, so hard, but eventually I succumbed to the world. Spent too long looking after others, I forgot to look after myself. I was selfless for too long, and it cost me my sanity.

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Matthew Flinders Come Home! Experiencing some trouble with the local aboriginals at Bribie Island’s Skirmish Point, he hastily retreated to what he named the Pumice Stone River. Thereafter he explored and mapped the Redcliffe Peninsula, stepping ashore at what is now Clontarf Point. He named the Peninsula Red Cliff Point, and in his now famous book A Voyage to Terra Australis he notated all these names together with his newly discovered and named Morton Island. Five years later, in 1804, with Britain at war with France, he was captured by the French and imprisoned on the island of Mauritius for five long years. Returning to England in 1810 he was made a captain, but seriously ill, only lasted another four years, dying in 1814 aged 40 years. He died a day after his Terra Australis book was published.

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am passionate about a few things and Queensland Iheard history is one of them, so I became very excited when I of a recent discovery. Amazingly, the previously lost

grave of arguably Australia’s greatest explorer and the man who first named this continent Australia, Matthew Flinders, was discovered by British Rail (BR). It happened by accident when in the process of upgrading their services, BR excavated a sizeable chunk of local parkland and discovered it contained over 50,000 graves.

Featuring so prominently in the discovery of Australia, Flinders is acknowledged in our country by a large collection of statues dedicated to him, as compared to Britain’s one. This, coupled with his close association with our Moreton Bay region, prompted me to request Moreton Bay Regional Council to lobby the authorities in Britain, through our Australian High Commissioner in London, to have his remains reinterred in the Moreton Bay region. Our Council have done this and we now await the outcome.

The reason for the graves being there was simple. Prior to the park being created in 1852, the area was St James Church cemetery and Flinders was buried there in 1814. Most of the bodies buried there will be difficult to identify, but fortunately Matthew Flinders was buried with a lead identifying breastplate attached to his coffin. Sadly when the cemetery became a park, Flinders’ grave, along with all of the others, were forgotten. This year, 205 years later, the resurrected Flinders will have the remains of his body tested for more clues about this extraordinary man’s life. This plucky, pint-sized seafarer-cum-explorer (he stood at 160cms tall) packed more action into his 40 years than others did with double that time. Apart from making three voyages to the Southern Ocean, he circumnavigated the Australian continent; mapping the coastline that is now a feature of every map, atlas or globe. In July 1799, Lieutenant Flinders, then 25 years of age and in charge of the sloop Norfolk, sailed into Glass House Bay (now Moreton Bay) and proceeded to explore and map the coastline.