OurNarangba & Burpengary Magazine May 2016

Locals Behind Australia’s Latest Song of Hope Packer Leather Celebrates 125 Years The History of Narangba’s Community Hall

May 2016 Edition

Olympians Visit Burpengary Equestrian Centre

Burpengary’s Specialty Coffee

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Letter from the Editor The days are getting shorter and the nights cooler as autumn draws to an end, enticing many to sit down in the warmth of the morning sun with a good book (or magazine). Yes, winter is on its way and what a great time of year this is.

This edition is packed with articles most of us can relate to, like our feature story, Locals Behind Australia’s Latest Song of Hope. The song, ‘With One Heart’, is a song about Australian togetherness, and was written and recorded by Narangba residents. It’s always good to hear stories about our locals making a difference outside of our local area.

Coffee! Now that I have your attention, where would we be without it? And I am not just talking run of the mill coffee, but great coffee. Tommy & E Specialty Coffee located in Burpengary is a great place to sit back and relax with friends. After only opening in August last year, this coffee shop is already becoming a favourite place for locals to meet.

Other great articles in this edition include a short history on Packer Leather who this year are celebrating their 125th anniversary. We also learn the history of Narangba’s community hall, and the transformation it has undertaken over the years in our history column

by Danielle Garside.

I also would like to welcome our new real estate columnist, Gina Wells, who has had years of experience in real estate in our local area. Her column this month can be found on page 29.

I hope you enjoy what our team has put together for you.

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C O U N T R Y C L I N I C S T O M M Y & E S P E C I A L I T Y C O F F E E

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N E W C H I L D C A R E C E N T R E I S A S B R I G H T A S A B U T T O N 13 HI GHWAY LAND MARK HOUSES HI STORY

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NARANGBA BUSINESS GROUP

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Packer Leather OUT & ABOUT

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A MOMENT IN TIME WITH DANIELLE GARSIDE L E A D I N G T H E P A C K W I T H J E S S I C A G E R O U X

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Does Your Pet Have Food Allergies or Intolerances?

HOME AND GARD EN WI TH NARANGBA HEI GHTS

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Best Storage Options to Keep Food Fresh TALK I NG FI NANC E WI TH LEE BOWD EN

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The Three Stages of Retirement REAL ESTATE WRAP UP WITH GINA WELLS

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Nine Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Bought a House EDUCATIONALLY SPEAKING WITH KAREN CARTER

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In Praise of Mothers L I V E W E L L W I T H M E L T O R A Y A 33 Is Your Acid Balance Holding You Back?

LETS TALK WELLBEING WITH THERESE O’BRIEN

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Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month T H E F L I P S I D E W I T H R E B E C C A & A L E X

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Never The Twain Shall Meet C O M M O N R O A D S A F E T Y M Y T H S CROSSWORD & PUZZLE

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T R A D E S & S E R V I C E S 42 C O M M U N I T Y N O T I C E B O A R D 43 I N R E V I E W W I T H J A D E M I T C H E L L

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Narangba’s Community Halls

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Locals Behind Australia’s Latest Song of Hope

by Kristine Lane

A community’s heart beats to the pulse of its residents, and when local Narangba musician and children’s writer, Bev Pershouse, wrote a song about harmony and unity, so began a powerful movement of hope.

‘With One Heart’ is a song about Australian togetherness, and how our children, despite their different backgrounds and demographics, are still uniquely alike.

Written two years’ ago after working in Woorabinda, Central QLD, with the local Aboriginal community to help them gain employment, Bev wanted to also assist the residents’ children.

“I wanted to help motivate the kids into attending school, to empower them, and to let them know that they are truly special,” said Bev. “I sat down soon after and began writing.”

I’ve loved this land since time began, Its heart and soul are who I am, Blazing sun and sweeping plains, A dreamtime flowing in my veins, Understand, that I am, the very first Australian.

Australian, Australian, with one heart.

“Immediately, a strong feeling came over me that actually, all kids are special,” explained Bev. “Be they indigenous, immigrant or refugees, I wanted all children to feel good about who they are and equip them with feelings of pride, self-esteem and self-worth, and so more verses were added”. It took another year to create the music, during which time Bev answered a knock on her door by a neighbour looking for her lost dog. The neighbour, 24 year old Carly Buchanan, just so happened to be a professional singer, and after being invited to a recording session soon afterwards, Carly became the beautiful voice of Bev’s song.

With a background in musical theatre and choir, including an internship at Harvest Rain Theatre Company, and currently a professional singer within the region, Carly lends an angelic overtone to what is already a magnificently powerful tune.

“To me, Bev’s song, ‘With One Heart’, is all about acceptance and for our children to feel valued and worth something. Every child, regardless of background, can identify themselves as Australian. We have one heart,” added Carly, “and it should beat cohesively.”

From many lands I travelled here, And farewelled friends and shed a tear, To start again and new friends make, Help to make this country great Proud to be, where I am, forever now Australian.

Aus-tra-li-an.

After the song’s uplifting theme was further enhanced by Bev’s son, Mitch, a professional guitarist, and Sean De Silva, a selftaught local Burpengary student playing the digeridoo, it caught the attention of local MP, Mark Ryan. “Every so often a song comes along that brings a tear to your eye and makes you feel all warm and fuzzy,” said Mark. “Bev Pershouse’s song is one of those songs. It is a special song that says so much about Australians – who we are and why we should be united in harmony.”

Instantly appreciating the song’s morals and potential, Mr Ryan forwarded it to QLD Minister for Employment and Industrial Relations, Racing and Multicultural Affairs, the Hon Grace Grace.

Three weeks later, the song was officially launched at QLD Parliament House, performed by the 50 voice children’s choir from Northpine Christian College, Viva Voce Vocal Ensemble, along with children who’ve recorded previously with Bev.

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talents and abilities. The lyrics reinforce the values of respect and acceptance, and embrace cultural diversity that we believe are so important for our students to learn. The opportunity to sing at Parliament House was the icing on the cake and an experience that our students, and their teachers and parents will long remember.”

On Harmony Day, March 21, the choir performed the song again at their school’s assembly in front of an immensely supportive community.

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More recent times from troubled lands, I travelled far with trembling hands, And leave behind me war and loss, To live beneath the Southern Cross, With grateful heart, now I can, call myself Australian.

We are, we are Australian.

With Aboriginal clap sticks, clusters of students singing an overlapping, mesmerising chorus, and an angelic-voiced lead, the song seemed to create a pulling power of its own.

Principal of Northpine, Mr Graham Baird, said, “To be offered the chance to sing Bev Pershouse’s song, ‘With One Heart’, was the perfect opportunity to challenge and grow our students’

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Australian, Australian, with one heart.

Aus-tra-li-an We are, we are Australian.

We share as one this southern land, And stand together hand in hand, With all things we’ll find a way, We’re the future here today, With one heart, yes we can, call ourselves Aus-tra-li-an.

Australian, Australian, with one heart.

Aus-tra-li-an We are, we are Australian.

With one heart!

Bev’s dream is to have the song sung by every student in every Australian school, a goal already endorsed by Hon Grace Grace. “Years ago, I visited schools with my own travelling show, reading and performing stories and songs that I’d written,” said Bev. “There is nothing more rewarding than making kids feel good about themselves and then seeing the impact they have on those around them. As they come to realise that despite their differences they are all Australian, then this country will have an amazing future. There is still a lot of work to do, but my hope is that my song can be a part of bringing us together with acceptance and love.”

Bev’s song can be found on SoundCloud.

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Local Photographer Exposes Illusions

by Alexander Habilay

Of all the lives to be envious of, the one belonging to local photographer, Hayley Roberts, stands atop the pedestal, soaked in the jealously of any rookie with a DSLR and in desperate need for a towel.

For the month of March, The Hub Gallery – located at Caboolture Regional Art Gallery – was transformed into a viewing platform to another world. Hayley’s successful exhibition, Exposing Illusions, combined the majesty of our Earth with Hayley’s curiosity of the supernatural. The end result teasing your yearning for a whimsical world.

Hayley’s mastery over both photography and Photoshop allows her to manipulate the mundane into something subtly spliced with fantasy, leading you into a world with only a hint of familiarity. Yet she doesn’t hide her methods like a pompous magician. Her appropriately named Exposing Illusion exhibition is a part of a project Hayley operates on her website; www.hayleyrobertsphoto.com. It’s here you can find Hayley exploring various creative techniques, and follow tutorials to take a glimpse into the nether – it’s more reliable than cult magic.

April holds even more for this photographer. Hayley has been shortlisted for the Brisbane Institute of Art’s annual Milburn Prize. Her nominated artwork ‘Dance of the Jacarandas’ emanates from Brisbane’s iconic Jacaranda trees, turning Yeronga into a Cinderella flavoured fairy tale. Perceptive locals won’t need a magic map or breadcrumbs to find the shoot location.

Hayley has been stirring reality and fantasy together all over the world. In most recent years, she has settled in Narangba

and turned many of its surrounding landscapes surreal.

Discussing her creative process, Hayley said, “It is quite novel to me that I can take an everyday scene and transform it into something otherworldly.”

A story teller with a camera for a pen, Hayley said, “I’ve always been drawn to the idea that something magical might exist on the fringes of reality and my photography gives me a way to lift the curtain on this world and peek into another.” This mentality leads Hayley off the beaten track in search of the yellow brick road, and blesses us with another sweet wallpaper for our phones.

Hayley’s future lays in the fog of war, but it’s her camera lens that will pierce the cloud. The photographer aims to travel around our overgrown island and fire fairy dust from her camera at Australia’s iconic landscapes. We don’t need Peter Jackson. Hayley Roberts will bring us Middle Earth.

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Olympians Coach Locals at Cross Country Clinics

by Melina Simpson

‘You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink.’

This saying surely rings true with generations of horse lovers, as these mighty, magnificent animals require trust and commitment from their riders in order to perform well. These qualities were certainly on display when I visited a Cross Country Clinic held over the Easter long weekend at the Burpengary Equestrian Centre (B.E.C.).

B.E.C. is situated on approximately 17 hectares at 350 Rowley Road, Burpengary and is a corporation of four clubs. Formed in the 1980’s, the centre comprises of the Qld Appaloosa Club; Northern Districts Hack and Dressage Club; Burpengary Western Performance Club and Burpengary Pony Club. With over 500 members in total, it’s one of the biggest equine centres in Queensland. Easter’s Cross Country Clinic was organised by the Burpengary Pony Club (BPC), the largest club under the banner of the B.E.C. President, Nick Ballard, who has been part of B.E.C. since 2006 and Treasurer, Barry Dossetto, who has been with the centre since its inception, were both very impressed with the numbers participating in the clinic. “Last Easter we had a great turnout,” said Nick. “But not as many as this year - this year has been a cracker!”

The purpose of these events is for young and inexperienced riders to receive coaching in a safe and supportive environment under the guidance of experienced coaches, who are often elite competitors themselves. March this year saw not one but two Olympians providing coaching at cross country clinics. Triple Olympian, Matt Ryan, was in attendance on March 5, and on Easter Monday, renowned coach and Athens Olympian, Rebel Morrow, shared her expertise.

Morrow contested the Eventing at the Athens Olympics in 2004, finishing as Australia’s highest ranking female. She started riding at a very young age with her family, who were heavily involved with horses. Venturing into Eventing on Appaloosa to begin with, she eventually switched to thoroughbreds and loves how difficult and technical each component of Eventing is (Eventing consists of Cross Country, Dressage and Show Jumping). “I guess

when I was younger, it was always cross country that I loved,” Rebel explained. “But now, as you get older, you appreciate the skill of each phase.”

She decided to make a career out of horses once she left school and has been successful in combining hours of required training with private coaching and clinics. Coaching has its challenges, but Rebel loves it when students take as much as they can out of her sessions. “It’s great to see the kids who want to learn and do well in the sport,” she said, in her direct manner. “Even a housewife popping over some log. If she thinks it’s great, so do I!” Having such legends of the sport willing to give back at a grass roots level is inspirational for those participating in these clinics.

“Rebel works really well with the kids,” said Nick. “They get to see her compete and then she coaches them. She’s a hands on coach and she’s proven how good she is.”

“They’re heroes to the kids,” added Barry. “They can see how much effort it takes to go that far.”

Running clinics like this also brings in much needed funds for the BPC. The club is extremely happy with the course location, which is visible for spectators for almost the entire length and are continually looking to improve their jumps, both permanent and portable.

Cross Country courses are rated under an international starring system with Olympic level courses being the highest at ****.

BPC are focussed on younger athletes coming up through the sport and are happy to remain a * course to challenge these riders. They hold numerous events throughout the year with some competitors travelling up to 200km to compete here.

The Burpengary Equestrian Centre focuses on providing continued support and facilities for these four clubs who share a common love of all things equine.

If you’d like information on the BPC Eventing calendar or any of the other clubs associated with the B.E.C., head to their website at www.burpengaryequestriancentre.com.au.

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Tommy & E Speciality Coffee

by Alex Habilay

No thanks to those damn meddling Millennials, coffee has slowly become man’s best friend, but one business owner hasn’t forgotten about the humble hound. All animals great and small, decaf and long black are welcome at Tommy & E Specialty Coffee.

Tommy & E Specialty Coffee, located at 33 Progress Road, Burpengary, is owned by local entrepreneur, Aaron Dwyer. Aaron’s nose smelt the lack of a good coffee between Caboolture and North Lakes, so naturally he followed it. What happened next was a few weeks of hard transformation with the end result blessing us with Burpengary’s best coffee place.

Having only been open for seven months, Tommy & E is already an infamous spot for coffee moguls.

Aaron was resolute on saving the world from another commercial coffee shop where the coffee is on a conveyor belt, and it’s his brand of choice that you want on your milk moustache. Aaron’s barista edge is courtesy of local coffee bean supplier, Cleanskin Coffee Company, who source their beans from ethical and sustainable farms all around the globe, and roast the green coffee beans to perfection just around the corner at Brendale.

Aaron, his partner Gabby and their staff Louise, Kelly and Sarah, aim for consistency with every coffee. Tommy & E’s team will ensure your shot will be weighed perfectly every time, the milk will be creamy, warm and non-homogenized and the grind never akin to sand or a waterlogged sponge. The combination of Cleanskin Coffee Company’s delicately roasted beans and Aaron and his staff’s brew mastery fills Burpengary with a long awaited aroma. The smell of good coffee.

Tommy & E opens at a crisp 6:30am and offer plenty of room to stall before work, however if you want a fast retrieval and quick escape they have that too. Aaron and the girls will be your emergency contact in case of vicious comedowns and are there to remind you why it’s not worth sleeping in and getting fired. Every morning may be direr than the last, but Tommy & E guarantee the same good coffee every morning. Consistency is their goal.

It takes a smart man to create what Tommy & E Speciality Coffee has become, it takes a family man to name it after your sons, and it takes a good man to open a refuge for everyone afraid to face the nine to five.

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New Childcare Centre Is As Bright As A Button

by Kristine Lane

With our region’s increase in population and growing demand for excellent childcare services, Bright Buttons Little Meadows is preparing to open its doors in the coming weeks, and aims to set a new benchmark for quality care and education within the industry.

The brand new, family-owned centre will be located at 1 Mathew Crescent, Burpengary, opposite Burpengary Meadows State School, and Centre Director, Angie Thompson, is ecstatic in taking the charge. “Having worked in childcare in the local area for nine years, I’m excited about the opportunities this new centre will provide,” she said. “Bright Buttons is all about catering to the individual needs of children. We believe that each child is unique, and we aim to educate children in a loving environment.”

A boutique centre of four colourful and spacious rooms, Bright Buttons will cater for children from six months to five years, as well as providing before and after school care and vacation care; all with morning and afternoon tea provided. Offering engaging and stimulating educational experiences that are play-based, this threegenerational, family-owned child care centre aims to capture the specialness of each child in order to help them develop. “Our teachers and educators are fully qualified, very experienced and extremely dedicated,” said Angie, “many of whom have been working in the local area for many years. Our children are precious, and we want the best for them in these formative years.”

The Kindergarten program to be delivered at the centre will be led by Ms Glenda MacDuff, an experienced early childhood teacher who holds both a Bachelor and Masters of Early Childhood. The QLD Government Approved Program will focus on school-readiness skills, such as language, literacy and numeracy. The children will also have available the latest technology to further develop their learning. “Here at Bright Buttons Little Meadows, we will provide up-to-date resources to support the children’s own learning, but it will also be play-based and fun,” Said Angie.

The centre has already made plans to visit the nearby state school on sports’ days, and to establish a herb and vegetable garden that will be tended to by the children, who will eventually cook with their own raw ingredients.

“Children learn by interaction, and we’d prefer to teach the children who come to Bright Buttons, using handson, joyful practices,” said Angie.

This new Burpengary Meadows centre will be the fourth establishment owned

by Karly and Brad Hawkins. With their other centres on the Gold Coast and Rockhampton, the Hawkins’ family is eager to open their latest venture in such a strong, growing and family-oriented community.

Enquiries for vacancies at Bright Buttons Little Meadows can be made at: Email: littlemeadows@brightbuttons.com.au Ph: (07) 3888 1181 - www.brightbuttons.com.au

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Highway Landmark Houses History

by Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

One kilometre south of the Deception Bay Road Bruce Highway exit, an ever changing collection of preloved houses seemingly jostle for position along the back fence line of Mackay & Sons House Removals. For many commuters, the houses evoke memories of childhoods spent in colonial, pastoral homes. For brother and sister team, Robbie and Ashleigh Mackay, the houses represent a legacy started by their late paternal grandad, John Mackay.

The Mackay dynasty was first established by John in 1966 in Somerset Street, Windsor. Business consisted of private removals, restumping and raises, but the 1978 acquisition of a hydraulic trailer soon saw John contracted to several different removalist companies. At 14 years of age, his son, Bob, joined the business, and after learning the ropes, took the helm upon John’s retirement in 1996.

Ashleigh & Robbie Mackay Photo by Louisa G Photography

Whether it be house moves by boat or transporting a crash landed F-111, the Mackay family has it covered. “Our speciality is the terrible jobs,” said Ashleigh. “We do the big jobs, big houses and bad blocks. We’ve put houses on the side of mountains. One way or another we’ll get a house in there.”

The company joined the Narangba Innovation Precinct in 2001 when Bob purchased five acres on Cerium Street. “It was crown land that he bought off the government,” said son, Robbie. It was here that Bob decided to turn his focus to buying and selling houses, a side of the business that Robbie and Ashleigh not only embraced but built on when they took over the running of the business from Bob eight years ago.

Halls, churches and big Queenslanders are common relocations. “They’ve all got history, a story and a background,” said Robbie. “People like that.” The family have moved many iconic Moreton Bay region buildings, including the heritage listed North Pine Presbyterian Church at Old Petrie Town. “Dad’s done heaps around here,” said Ashleigh. “He remembers everything. You can’t go for a drive with him without him pointing out stuff he’s moved,” she laughed.

“We are now pretty much four times the size of our parents’ [business],” said Robbie. This growth is due to the siblings’ decision to diversify and incorporate the natural bedfellows of house removal; demolition, asbestos removal and restumping. “It all revolves around the removalling,” said Ashleigh.

“Most of the houses come out of Brisbane city developments,” said Robbie. “Developers are who we buy our houses off. But it’s not just limited to Brisbane City. We’ve taken houses from Tiaro, Gympie and Toowoomba. If the house is nice enough and we think we can sell it, it doesn’t matter where it is, we’ll take it.”

Their extensive fleet has kept them at the forefront of the industry. “We’ve spent a lot of time on the trailers,” said Ashleigh. “They’re special custom made trailers and there’s only one or two in Australia. You’ve got to stay up to date with technology.” Added Robbie, “We’ve got the most equipment and the newest equipment. It makes it easier to do the work so you can still turn over large numbers of houses but keep the price down.”

Despite the fact the relocations generally commence at midnight, they never fail to draw a crowd. “People love it. They deadset love it,” enthused Robbie. The spectacle often results in a flurry of enquiries. “A lot of the time we’ll move a house either into or out of a street and then that week you’ll get every person in the street calling to enquire,” said Ashleigh. “A lot of people don’t think of it as an option until they see it. You can’t miss it when it’s happening,” she added, laughing.

The machinery and Robbie’s prowess also come in handy when it comes to rearranging the houses. “You do place the houses strategically but you can’t tell who’s going to buy what,” said Robbie. “Today we’ve moved three houses to get to one. It’s part and parcel.”

On September 1, the company will celebrate its 50 year anniversary. Have the brother and sister duo got future plans?

“Always,” replied Ashleigh without hesitation. “Growth is our main thing,” stated Robbie.

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Packer Leather 125 Years On

by Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

It was on January 26, 1891, that Packer Leather wrote out their first cheque. The year 2016 not only marks the company’s 125th anniversary, but also the ascension of the fifth generation to the company helm.

Lindsay Packer, fourth generation tanner and now Chairman of The Board, became Manager of the firm in 1967 following his father Roy’s death.

It was Lindsay who made the decision to shift the company site from Chermside to Narangba in 1972. At the time, the area now known as the Narangba Innovation Precinct consisted of farms and pine forests, with the only neighbouring business a boat builder. “It was the back of beyond really,” said Lindsay.

Of the nine tanneries operating in Brisbane at the time, Packer Leather is the only one still operating, testament to their tenacity and adaptability. Where others fell victim to encroaching suburbia, export bans, market crashes and the 2007–08 global financial crisis, Packer Leather embraced each challenge as an opportunity to learn and evolve. “You always felt like you were carrying a barrel up a hill,” said Lindsay. “But when you’ve got this tradition, there’s things that you can’t put a value on. If it was just business we could have walked away, but there are more important things than someone waving a dollar bill.”

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After 50 odd years in the role, Lindsay stepped down as Managing Director earlier this year, handing the reins to his son, David. He is however still actively involved in the company. “There’s probably some other projects I’ll start working on,” said Lindsay.

“Development work. Installation.

I’ll maybe become a mentor in a certain way.” Lindsay’s other two children, Susan and Mark, hold the positions of Customer Service Manager and Material Quality Manager respectively.

Lindsay’s brother and right hand man, Graham, will vacate his position as International Marketing Director at the end of June after 41 years. “I’ll still remain a Director,” he said. “I’ll be around if and when they want me”. Graham will continue to share his knowledge and expertise at various educational institutes, a practice he has undertaken for 30 years.

Lindsay’s and Graham’s knowledge will continue to shape the Packer dynasty, much like the physical tributes to the family’s heritage that shape Brisbane’s landscape. A street sign in Chermside bears the Packer name, and the Chermside and Districts Historical Society Inc. are lobbying for a park to be named in their honour. Yet, amongst all the awards and accolades, it is family values that Lindsay speaks of when reflecting on the company’s legacy. “It would be nice if I could say, ‘Dad, come and have a look at what we’ve done,’” said Lindsay. “Him being proud.

That’s probably worth more to us than other things.”

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Narangba’s Community Halls Walmsley Park, located on the corner of Mackie and Burpengary Roads, Narangba, has borne witness to almost a century of social events held in Narangba.

The area was proclaimed a Recreation Reserve by the Government in 1920. Mr W. Mumford, Mr C. Reading, Mr S. Torrens, Mr J. Wheaton and Mr W. McCullagh were appointed as trustees of this area, with Mr E. Holmes as treasurer.

In 1921, Mr Mumford and Mr Wheaton purchased the old Powder Magazine building located in Dakabin. Shortly thereafter, it was proposed that a public hall be built in Narangba, and a committee was formed. The hall was built using a large portion of the materials gained from the old Powder Magazine building, and the local dances and concerts previously held at Narangba State School moved to the new venue.

A new piano was purchased, and those who could play took turns in providing music for the dances.

Along with the dances, evening entertainment such as indoor bowls

and card games took place. The local boy scout group and tennis club were also known for holding monthly dances and events. On September 20, 1924, and for many years afterwards, successful District Agricultural and Horticultural Shows were held in the public hall, which assisted in reducing the debt acquired in its production.

An excerpt from Narangba State School’s 75th Anniversary Handbook contains a quote from a Geraldine Goodwin who attended a fancy dress ball in the hall in the 1950s. “In preparation for the event we practised at school: the Grand Parade and Maze; Old Time dances and folk dances. On the night, dressed in our costumes, we performed for the teachers and our family’s the dances – the Gypsy Tap, Progressive Barn Dance, Old Time Waltz, Pride of Erin, The Swagman’s Stroll (to the tune of ‘Waltzing Matilda’), Oh Susanna, Reap the Flax, The German Clap, Seven Steps and others.”

The Old Hall on the corner of Burpengary & Mackie Roads was removed and transported to the Sports Grounds in Williamina Court

New hall opened in 1992

and on those Saturday nights for many years we had a packed hall, with most of the local people and visitors enjoying the old time dances including ‘Strip-theWillow’ which was very lively, with Mr Ray Clugston playing the bagpipes”.

In the early 1990s, the hall was relocated to its current location in the Sports Grounds at Williamina Court, where extensive renovations took place. The Mr M. Walmsley remembers, “During the current Narangba Community Centre 50s and 60s, Eric was MC for dances in the was built in its place and opened to the public hall. These dances were popular public in 1992.

Do you have any memories of bygone events held in Narangba or Burpengary? If so, please email us at editor@ournarangba.com.au.

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Does Your Pet Have Food Allergies or Intolerances?

There’s a good chance you will know someone who has special dietary requirements and that you’ve seen gluten free options on menus when you dine out. Like humans, pets can also have allergies and intolerances to foods, which can lead to skin irritations, weight problems and behavioural issues.

Over the last 16 years of being a professional dog groomer and behaviourist, I have come across numerous pets with skin, behavioural and weight problems. Pet owners often tell me their concerns about their pets, because let’s face it, no one wants to see someone they love uncomfortable or suffering, and most would do whatever they can to prevent it. Many owners are concerned about the potential cost of constant vet visits, whilst others are left feeling helpless after trying numerous (if not every) medication, cream, tablet and injection available to no avail.

There are also a lot of pets that are overweight, which can lead to a whole range of problems from joint pain to behavioural issues.

Despite getting a lot of exercise and being placed on a restricted diet, some pets can’t seem to lose weight.

Below is a list of symptoms which could indicate your pet has a food intolerance or allergy: • Excessive flatulence • Loose stools/Diarrhoea • Hot spots, rashes and skin irritations • Chronic licking, chewing or biting to relieve an itch • Vomiting • Frequent ear infections Grain-free pet foods contain more protein and animal fats and less carbohydrates than the common grain-based options. Grain-free

food is more easily digested and will keep your pet fuller for longer, resulting in less food being eaten and fewer or significantly smaller faeces. Other benefits include: • Reduced flatulence • Better breath • Healthier skin • Shinier coat • Less shedding • More energy By simply changing your pet’s diet to grain-free food, you may have just solved any or all of these issues. If you are worried about the cost, worry no more, as there are now a number of grain-free pet foods available in your local supermarket as well as your specialty pet stores to cater for all budgets.

If you’d like more information or have any questions, you can email Jessica at jessgeroux@gmail.com.

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Best Storage Options to Keep Food Fresh When it comes to food storage, there are a few different options that can help keep your food fresh for as long as possible. The choices you make depend upon the food you plan to store. Read on to learn all about food storage safety and tips, so that you too can make an informed decision about the ingredients that make their way into your kitchen.

Olive Oil Olive oil does best when kept in the pantry and away from direct heat or sunlight. If, however, the temperature in your home should rise for weeks at a time, olive oil can be kept in the fridge. Just remember to let it sit at room temperature before using it.

Honey Keep honey in the pantry to prevent sugar crystallization. Even in the pantry, however, honey will eventually grow crystals, but you can easily melt it back to its liquid form by putting the whole jar into a pot of warm, almost-boiling water.

Tomatoes Did you know that tomatoes actually do best when kept at room temperature? Keep them in the pantry for a few days to let them ripen to their fullest potential. Tomatoes should only be kept in the fridge when they will not be eaten for several days.

Avocados Avocados also do better at room temperature, at least until they ripen. After that, they can stay in the fridge for a few more days until you are ready to eat them. If you must cut your avocado before storing it, wrap it up tightly, and do not be afraid to eat avocado skin that has started to turn dark green. It is still edible!

Herbs Fresh herbs can be tricky when it comes to storage. They do not do well in the pantry or the fridge, but should instead be kept in a loosely covered jar of clean water at room temperature, away from sunlight.

Peanut Butter Peanut butter stores best in the pantry at room temperature, which makes it much easier to spread. If you have a jar of peanut butter around for longer than a few months, however, it might do better in the fridge.

Nuts Although you might expect fresh nuts to do best in the pantry, they actually remain much fresher in the fridge.

You can even store them in airtight freezer containers for up to a year!

Coffee Beans Coffee beans should never be placed in the freezer, and should be kept in the pantry if at all possible. Try to use coffee beans within a month after opening for the best results, as they lose flavour over longer periods of time.

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The Three Stages of Retirement While it’s great that we’re living longer, it means we need to be better prepared financially for our later years. It’s also important to realise that our lifestyle is likely to change during retirement, with each stage having particular financial needs. Of course, every person is different, but here’s a broad overview of what each of the three retirement stages could look like for you.

Early retirement Early retirement usually begins in your early 60s and can last right up to your mid-70s, depending on your health and energy levels. The main focus should be on enjoying the free time that comes from no longer having to work, or perhaps only working a few hours a week on the things you really enjoy. This may allow you to spend more time with family and friends, start a new hobby or take those trips you’ve always dreamed of.

This is likely to be the most expensive time of your retirement, with much of your spending going on travel and leisure activities, or perhaps to help your children or grandchildren get ahead financially.

You may also decide to renovate your home, now that the kids have gone and you’re spending more time there.

Mid-retirement Your mid-retirement period might start anytime from your late 60s, and may continue into your early 80s. During this stage, you may find your energy levels slowing and your desire to travel or participate in more active hobbies diminishing.

You may also decide to downsize to a smaller home, which involves managing the costs associated with buying and moving to a new property. What’s more, the money you put away from the sale of your house could also reduce your aged pension entitlement, so it’s worth seeking professional financial advice before making any major decisions.

At this stage, you’re less likely to be earning any extra income from work. You may also spend less on travel and leisure, shifting your financial focus towards taking care of your health.

Late retirement During the final stage of retirement, you may need to pay for extra support to maintain your home and take care of yourself. Your health is also likely to need more attention.

As your accommodation and healthcare needs change, you may decide to move to a retirement village or nursing home, a transition which needs particular financial attention. It’s also essential that you’ve put your affairs in order through proper estate planning.

Get the right advice A financial adviser can help make sure you’re well prepared for all the stages of retirement. To find out more, contact MLC Advice North Lakes.

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Nine Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Bought a House 1. Start Saving Right Away The earlier you start saving for that deposit, the easier it gets. If you want to avoid paying mortgage insurance, in most cases you need to save at least 20% of your future home’s value to use as a down payment. That’s easier said than done, but it becomes a much more realistic concept if you start saving right away.

6. Don’t Go Furniture Shopping the Day After You Move In When you’re a first-time home buyer, it’s easy to forget that your new home will bring with it a whole new set of expenses you’ve never had to worry about before. So before you go on a shopping spree, take some time to figure out what your new budget might look like, and what you actually need for your new home.

7. Make Sure Your Credit Is in Good Shape If you want to qualify for the best mortgage rates possible, it’s essential that you get your credit score in tip-top shape. If your credit score needs work, there are plenty of steps you can take to improve it.

2. Build Your Emergency Fund When you’re a first-time home buyer, it’s easy to be shocked by the many “extras” that appear in your monthly budget. Things that didn’t exist before like larger utility bills, home repairs, and lawn maintenance start adding up and can make a huge difference in your bottom line.

8. Pay Down Your Debts Not only can paying down debt improve your credit score, it can increase your chances of getting qualified for a mortgage and improve your financial well-being. Lenders prefer to have your total debt obligations, including your new mortgage, to represent no more than 43% of your income.

3. Price-Shop for a Mortgage The easiest way to get the best mortgage rates is to shop around as much as you can. Saving just a half a percentage point on an average-priced home could lead to tens of thousands of dollars in savings over the years.

4. Get a Second (or Third) Opinion When you’ve fallen in love with a house, it’s easy to overlook things that may not be quite right. That’s why it’s important to bring a family friend or relative along. Since they aren’t buying the property themselves, they’re more likely to see it for what it is. Different eyes spot different things, and friendly eyes will tell you the problems they see.

5. Shop Around for Homeowners Insurance It can really pay off to shop around for the best insurance policy you can find. And don’t be afraid to move your other insurance policies and bundle them together. Most insurers offer a generous discount if you package both your auto and homeowner’s policies, for instance.

9. Resist the Urge to Buy All the Home You Can ‘Afford’ This one is really important. When you first apply for a mortgage, the bank may be willing to lend you more than you really need. However, there are a lot of really good arguments in favour of buying less house than you can afford.

For example, the lower payments that come with having a smaller mortgage can be beneficial when you’re getting ready to start a family or saving for retirement. Meanwhile, a smaller home can mean less money needed for repairs, utilities, and upkeep.

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In Praise of Mothers This year we will celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 8; 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 one of a child’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 amount of things. In a loving and safe environment a child will prosper. 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 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 with 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 8, 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.

To all the mothers everywhere; 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 www.kipmcgrath.com.au/burpengary or 07 3888 2332.

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Is Your Acid Balance Holding You Back?

This number will fluctuate throughout the day, but a normal range is between 6 and 7.5. Take a peek at what you generally consume in your day. On the pH scale, soft drink =2, coffee = 4, cucumber = 7. Make sense? Burger, fries, coke and chocolate = acid bath. Green drinks, salads, sprouts = alkaline bonanza.

Are you acid or alkaline? Should you really be concerned about your body’s pH levels?

pH levels can be measured by testing saliva or urine on test strips available from most chemists or health food stores.

Results are measured by comparing the colours on the test strip to those on a chart that comes with the test strip kit.

The answer is yes, you should be concerned! about balance and your acid/alkaline balance has a profound affect on your health. You see, our cells are alkaline by nature but acidic by function. Most of our cells need to remain in a slightly alkaline environment to stay healthy and function optimally. But the metabolic activities of our cells create acid wastes. A proper pH (acid/alkaline balance) is a crucial aspect to our health.

Life is all

Buy why, I hear you ask? An imbalance of acidity and alkalinity allows unhealthy organisms to flourish, damages tissues and organs and compromises the immune system.

So what is proper pH? It is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of our body’s fluids and tissues. It is measured on a scale from 0-14. The more acidic a solution is, the lower its pH. The more alkaline, the higher the number is.

A pH of 7 is perfectly neutral. The healthiest pH is one that is slightly alkaline. Optimally you want a pH of around 7.4.

The best time to test is first thing in the morning on your tongue or during the second urination of the morning. If you need to test during the day, the best time is one hour before a meal or two hours after a meal.

Many things can cause acidity in our bodies including alcohol, smoking, artificial sweeteners, stress, lack of exercise, excessive animal meats in the diet (from non grass-fed sources), pollution and processed and refined foods.

Virtually all degenerative diseases are associated with excess acidity in the body, such as arthritis, cancer, fatigue, inflammation, joint and muscle pain, weight gain/loss, headaches, diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and strokes.

But don’t panic. Keeping your body pH balanced can be as simple as increasing your intake of fresh fruits and vegetables, restricting processed foods and drinking more water. Eat those greens! Live your life and be good to yourself.

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Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month Prevention. What is it?

The word itself is used a lot in terms of addressing social outcomes that result from the deterioration of family relationships. When relationships breakdown or do not form, we see an increase in child neglect, along with domestic and family violence (D&FV).

The Oxford English Dictionary’s definition of prevention is ‘The action of stopping something from happening or arising’. It is far better to stop something bad from happening rather than trying to deal with a problem after it has happened.

While we seem to pay a lot of lip service to prevention, there still appears to be a huge gap in the action of stopping something from happening or arising e.g. (breakdown of family relationships). The term prevention is reserved for those interventions that occur before the initial onset of an issue, however our attention across the board still appears to be at the crisis end of the spectrum.

Established wisdom tells us that prevention is better than cure, yet when it comes to funding and spending, targeting and implementing effective measures can be challenging.

The idea that forestalling an issue before it arises is more cost effective and leads to better social outcomes has been a part of the political consensus on both sides of the ideological spectrum for many years.

Nevertheless, despite broad agreement on the importance of the issue, the route to better investment in prevention has not been clear. Policy makers have struggled to shift funds

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away from acute crisis services, where increasing demand is already placing pressure on budgets.

What we do know is that growing and developing strong healthy communities and reshaping services will also require a new approach to health and wellbeing strategies. We need to become more interested in measures that can delay deterioration and reduce dependency.

It’s time to really start addressing the causes rather than reacting to the symptoms. A ‘Whole of Community’ approach is needed to address this epidemic. Resources need to be utilised effectively to prevent cases reaching a more serious or costly state.

Primary prevention – to reduce the incidence of the problem before it occurs. Examples include school-based programs that teach and model respectful relationships and alternative conflict-resolution skills. An example of this is an arts development project incorporating visual art, theatre, dance etc. as a medium for social connectedness.

Secondary prevention – an awareness campaign aims to provide information to a target group on specific issues, crimes, services and/or preventative measures. Communityawareness programs on domestic violence that cater for children and adolescents, can help to address the easy access to online porn.

Tertiary prevention – to intervene once the problem is already clearly evident and causing harm. These include

healthy respectful relationships, communication and who have the capacity for healthy conflict resolution.

Prevention is the promotion of constructive lifestyles and norms that reduce the risk of relationship breakdown.

Prevention is achieved through the application of multiple strategies; it is an ongoing process that must relate to each emerging generation.

If we are to embrace the true meaning of prevention, then we need to get serious about positioning ourselves at the starting gate of domestic violence prevention efforts and work towards Domestic Peace. the many targeted intervention programs already in place, e.g. home visiting for high-risk families and intense family support programs.

According to Men’s Wellbeing Organisation, most men at their deepest level yearn to participate in the creation of a better world, and so, serve their families and community. How to fulfil this yearning in these complex times is a conundrum that leaves many men struggling for clear direction about what it means to be an authentic, healthy man in our society.

And while men and women navigate these issues, today’s children are watching, and what many children are witnessing as a relationship model is actually taking us further and further away from respectful relationships, strong families and healthy communities.

At a primary level, prevention is about education. It’s about creating a new generation of girls and boys who value

It wasn’t that long ago that issues such as drink driving or smoking in the workplace were commonly accepted as part of society. Now, thanks to a commitment to long term and effective prevention programs and campaigns, these issues are unacceptable in our society and attract a response of disdain and zero tolerance.

What would it take for a prevention campaign advocating for domestic peace to become an absolute priority?

My message is simple. We need to adopt the concept found in Aboriginal society of women’s business and men’s business environments, where the role of gender can be explored safely and sacredly. Respectful relationships build strong families who can grow, learn and live in healthy, connected communities.

We also need a Women’s Wellbeing Centre where women can share and care for themselves and others, and earn and learn with each other.

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Never The Twain Shall Meet She says: Tuckshop lady arms. Muffin top. Cankles. Saddle bags.

These are just some of the less than complimentary labels used to describe flaws in the female form. Thunder thighs is another, which I imagine is one of the worst jeers to be at the receiving end of, now that thigh gaps are the new gap.

Until only recently, the only anatomical gap I was aware of was gap teeth (think Brigitte Bardot, Seal and Anna Paquin). Now however, the gift of the gap extends to the width between a women’s thighs. According to Wikipedia, “A thigh gap is a space between the inner thighs of some women when standing upright with knees touching.” Some women? Which women?

A quick Google search tells me that waifish English model and actress, Cara Delevingne, definitely has a thigh gap, but that the jury is still out on Beyoncé. You see, thigh gaps can be manufactured using Photoshop, and it is not just celebrities wielding the erase wand. Major department stores have been busted fabricating thigh gaps. Only last year, Target issued a public apology after a bathing suit advertisement showed an artificial thigh gap that extended into the model’s pelvis.

All over the world, thigh gap wannabes are in danger of pitching forward head first as they pose for selfies with their legs straightened, butt out, torso bent forward and heels apart in an effort to create the illusion. All I can say is, wannabes please, mind the gap.

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He says: If I wanted a thigh gap I’d have to resort to castration. The surgery may make me cringe and weep, but some women put themselves through worse to grow the gap. Our pedestaling of this dead space has resulted in the misconception that women should be more akin to an hourglass punctured like Swiss cheese.

Not only is the thigh gap wasting away women, it’s now become accessorisable. A company named TGap Jewellery has released its loose chastity belt to the world. Their 18ct plated chains wrap around your thighs and dangle between your boxgap as if Snoop Spider has taken up residence there.

The jewellery ruffled feminist feathers and they went to war against the pelvis hung chains, only to find it was all a hoax.

TGap Jewellery swapped their Checkout button with quite literally the truth.

TGap’s ruse directs you to something even better than the toilet-hazard gold tassels; public awareness.

Check it out for yourself at www.tgapj.com.

The gap is closing. The absurdity of TGap Jewellery’s products mocks our glorification of the little space between your legs. As somebody who already has something valuable dangling between my thigh gap, I’ll tell you it’s not worth it.

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Common Road Safety Myths

by Acting Senior Sergeant, Arriann O’Keeffe

This month, we are going to debunk some common road safety myths.

CHILD RESTRAINT LAWS What age can a child sit in the front seat?

Legally, if you are the driver of a vehicle with seats in the second or third row (most sedans), a child under the age of seven years old is not permitted to sit in the front seat.

There is only one exception to this rule, and that is if you drive a single cab utility. Be guided by manufacturer’s recommendations, which usually relate to children being over 12 years of age due to air bag safety.

When can my child move to an adult seat?

Children between the ages of 0-6 months should remain in a rearward-facing infant restraint. Between the ages of six months to 4 years, children can move to a forward facing child restraint with a built-in harness. Between 4-7 years, children can move to a booster seat, approved

by Australian Standards (stamped in the restraint), with a secured adult seatbelt or booster seat with a lap-sash H-harness.

The Queensland Department of Transport website contains all information in the required restraints and ages: www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/children/index

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In the above diagram (A), vehicle B must give way to vehicle A. In this circumstance, there are two lanes merging into one, however there is no dotted line signalling the end of the lane. The centre road markings simply disappear and as such, the vehicle in front has right of way.

The difference in the above diagram (B) is the addition of the dotted line signalling the end of the lane. Here, vehicle B must give way to vehicle A. This scenario is a common cause of traffic crashes and complaints received by police, especially involving highway merging. If you are merging into traffic on the highway, you must give way to traffic already travelling on the highway. Whilst it is courteous to change lanes, (where possible) to allow merging traffic to enter safely, legally, merging traffic must give way.

Giving way on multi-lane roads (diagram C). If you are changing lanes, you must give way to traffic already travelling in the destination lane. Where more than two lanes are travelling in the same direction, indicate, wait, look, and when safe to do so, commence the lane change.

Hooning and dangerous driving behaviour can be reported via the below online reporting link: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/online/On-Line-Reportingand-Updates.htm Remember if it’s urgent call 000. If it is not urgent call Policelink on 131 444.

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Local Ice Skater in Her Element

by Melina Simpson

Narangba’s Seren Thomas fell in love with ice skating when she was eight years old. Public sessions at Iceworld, Boondall, always ended with her staring, transfixed, at the adult synchronised team training. “That’s what I want to do,” she told her parents, Jude and Andy Thomas.

Now, just two and a half years later, the eleven year old is one of the youngest members of the Boondall Synchronised Ice Skating Club’s Phoenix Novice Synchronised Ice Skating team, who are representing Queensland in their second national competition in as many years.

This year’s National Australian Figure Skating Championships will be held in Melbourne in November. Seren, who was named Phoenix Skater of the Year in 2015, is training in earnest, hitting the ice three times a week in both private and team building sessions.

Seren displays a youthful exuberance and has aspirations of one day joining the NOVA adult synchronised team, who frequently travel internationally to compete. For now though, her focus is a perfect combination of wanting to improve her skills along with enjoying her pure love of ice skating.

When asked about her favourite move, Seren answered, “Oh, I don’t really have a favourite.”

“Oh, I think you do,” replied her mum, Jude, smiling.

“Spread Eagle!” both Jude and Seren’s dad, Andy, proclaimed in unison.

Jude is actively looking for ways in which the Phoenix team can raise much needed funding for the trip to Melbourne.

Fifteen girls requiring three nights’ accommodation, flights, food, entry fees and costumes is understandably quite costly!

Donations from a number of Councillors and Members of Parliament have been accepted with gratitude and the club regularly holds BBQs to help all of their representative teams.

The Phoenix team, however, would love to secure the support of local businesses with sponsorship packages on offer.

Business names are displayed on the team’s official banner and - depending on the level of sponsorship - exclusive promotion and VIP Gala Event tickets are included.

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Photo by Kara Bust

There is also great exposure available for businesses interested in providing backpacks for the team. Business names will be displayed on each bag and taken to every competition.

For Jude and Andy, it is time and money well spent to watch their daughter excel at something she loves. “Ice skating has been great for building fitness, mateship and teamwork,” explained Jude. “She (Seren) has such a great circle of friends and they’ve bonded so well together.”

If your business is interested in sponsoring or providing backpacks for the Phoenix Novice Synchronised Ice Skating team, please email Jude on andyandjudi@aapt. net.au for further details. For more information on Boondall Synchronised Ice Skating Club’s events and teams, visit www.iceskatingbrisbane.com.au.

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NOTICE BOARD Free service provided by OurNarangba & Burpengary Magazine for Community, Social and Non-Profit Organisations Australian Crawl is a not for profit swimming club based at Caboolture Aquatic Centre at Burpengary. We hold club nights for our members every second Friday from August through to May each year. For more information, contact Nikki on nicolarmckenzie@yahoo. com.au Burpengary and District Men’s Shed meets each Thursday from 9am to 11am at Caboolture Sports Club, Station Road, Morayfield.

Burpengary Markets are held every Saturday from 7am to 2pm at the Burpengary State School.

Centre 3 sixteen 20 Northshore Dve Burpengary! Do you want to fill in some time on Fridays? Interested in CRAFT and Coffee? This is the place to be every Friday. From 10am – 12noon. Experienced tutors. Learn new skills at your own pace. All are welcome. Enquiries Ph: 3142 3238.

Frustrated not knowing how to get more out of your word processor?

Or need a little refresher? We have workshops happening that may help you! Shortcuts, tips and tricks workshops can help you with Word, Publisher, Power Point & Excel. Sat 14th May – Word; Sat 11th June – Publisher; Sat 9th July 2016 – Power Point; Sat 13th August – Excel; All Workshops are from 10am to 12 noon. Enquiries: Ph 3142 3238.

Gretas Craft Group meets every Tuesday from 9.30am to 12.30pm, Corner Maitland Street and Old Bay Road, Burpengary.

Lions Club of Narangba Inc. meets for a dinner meeting every second Monday of the month at the Narangba Bowls Club, 225 Mackie Rd Narangba QLD 4504. For more information, visit www.narangba.lionsq3.org.au.

Narangba Bowls Club 225 Mackie Rd Narangba QLD 4504. Phone: 3888 7922.

Narangba Crows Australian Football Club is a family friendly club needing players aged from 6 to 14 wanting to play AFL. Male or female and any skill level - all are welcome. For more information go to our website www.narangbacrows.org.au or call Michael Cox on 0499 512 676 or Caryn Struthers on 0407 734 453.

PLAY AFL - YOU’LL LOVE IT.

Narangba Demons Baseball Club www.demons.org.au.

Narangba Heart Foundation Walking Group meets Monday and Thursday at 4.30 (time changes with the seasons) for a free one hour walk. Contact Mick on 3886 9490 for details.

Narangba Mums and PCYC Club FIRST SESSION IS FREE (no membership, no obligation). email Holly at hollygibb@telstra.com Narangba Rangers Rugby League Football Club Inc – Please visit our website www.rangers.leaguenet.com.au for all details of Club. Players from under 6 to u20 catered for at Williamina Court Sports Complex. Go the RANGERS. Narangba Scout Group from 6 to 26 divided into 5 sections.

Joeys,Cubs,Scouts,Venturers and Rovers Scouts have activities for everyone from challenging and exciting activities to a “learning by doing” award system. Please look at www.narangbascouts.com.au for more details.

Narangba United Football Club www.narangbaunitedfootballclub.com.au.

Narangba Valley Toastmasters Club meets at Narangba Bowls Club, Mackie Road, Narangba, first and third Mondays monthly, 6.30pm.

Phone Murray 0409 062 139 or Rod 0403 851 275.

NCCC Norfolk Lakes Art Group meets at Centre 3sixteen every second Monday from 9.00am to 12 noon. All are welcome. Please call Di on 0411 154 880.

Norfolk Lakes Neighbourhood Watch meets on the third Tuesday in April, June, August, October in the Harris Ave Sports Complex at 7.30pm.

Phone Barbara 0408 188 987.

Outer North TEAR Justice Group provides a friendly and stimulating environment in which people can explore issues of poverty, injustice and how they can respond to these issues. We are a friendly nondenominational Christian group - meeting on the first Tuesday evening of every month with a focus on encouragement, advocacy, lifestyle and more. Everyone is welcome – for more details contact Di on 3888 0571.

Qld 4x4 Club, Narangba www.queensland4x4club.org.au/visitorinfo.php VIEW (Vision, Interest and Education in Women) Club! Ladies, if you’d like to make new friends, and interested in supporting local children, come and join the Caboolture branch of VIEW! We meet monthly on the 3rd Thursday at Caboolture RSL for lunch, 10.30 a.m. For 11.00 a.m.

INTERESTED? Then ring Leslie Court, Club Secretary, on 54988126.

S U B M I S S I O N I N F O : • Submit to katy@ournarangba.com.au • Maximum 70 words per submission • Please resubmit in full when making alterations • Deadline: The seventh of each month to be listed in the next month’s edition • Your submission will run ongoing until you notify us otherwise

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Stepmom The first time I watched Stepmom (step mum for us Aussie’s) I was young, 10 or 11 perhaps, and I remember only a few things from that first viewing. The first, is that stepmother’s don’t have to be bad. They can be cool, Hip, fresh and fun and they can back you up in ways your Mum can’t (or won’t). Secondly, even adults can get jealous and upset.

Third, I didn’t know, and still don’t know, what snowblowing is (only that it is a wildly inappropriate thing for a teenager to mention).

Finally, and possibly most important, is that losing a parent is a heartbreaking process, and even though you may be treasuring every moment with them, it doesn’t mean you won’t get angry at that parent.

Julia Roberts plays the role of stepmom, Isabel, and after she has moved into the family home, the kids develop an on-again, off-again relationship with their dying Mother, Jackie (played

by Susan Sarandon). They’re angry about having a stepmom, they hate her, but they’re also angry at their mother for letting her into their lives. Then they grow close to their stepmom, turning the traditional “evil stepmother” persona into someone they can go to for help

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Yet, one of the most powerful scenes in this movie, and one I remember best, is when Jackie and the kids sing loudly and very off-key together to the feel good song, ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’. I fell in love with the song in that moment because for me it really captures the spirit of the movie.

Love is what the movie is really about. Unconditional, powerful love that survives beyond death.

This movie captures the complicated relationship between mother and child incredibly well and is definitely a mustwatch for any mother-daughter duo - particularly those of you with troublesome, moody teenagers (don’t worry, we grow out of it eventually).

Out of ten, I rate stepmom: Plot - 9/10

Character - 8/10

Acting - 7/10

OST - 7/10

Overall rating - 7.75/10

My recommended Mother’s Day Marathon List:

• The Blind Side • What to Expect When You’re Expecting • The Women

Every Saturday

Sun May 1st

Burpengary Markets | 7am Burpengary State School, 35 Station Rd

The Handmade Expo | 9am Sports and Leisure Centre - Morayfield Road (Behind Bunnings), Morayfield

Yoga | 8am Narangba Community Centre, Mackie Rd

Barefoot Bowls Competition | 2pm Narangba Bowls Club Inc., 225 Mackie Rd

Every Tuesday Greta’s Craft Group | 9:30am CNr Maitland St and Old Bay Rd, Burpengary Computers for Beginners | 2pm Burpengary Library, 121 Station Rd, Burpengary

Every Thursday Narangba Valley Tavern Trivia Night | 7pm Narangba Valley Tavern Sportsbar

Every Friday Coffee and Craft | 10am Centre 3 Sixteen, 20 North Shore Drive, Burpengary

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(such as bullying at school when everyone finds out who your secret crush is). They’re angry because their mother is dying.

Sat May 7 Country Roundup Music Club Social | 12pm Narangba Community Centre, Mackie Rd Composting Workshop (FREE) 2pm Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre, 150 Rowley Rd, Burpengary

Sun May 8 Mother’s Day

Sun May 15 Breakfast Bowls | 8am Narangba Bowls Club Inc., 225 Mackie Rd

Sun May 22 Chrome Bar Bonanza Lakeside Park, Kurwongbah

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Homemade Hand Sanitiser I’m a germaphobe. I use hand sanitiser every time I wash my hands throughout the day and I carry a travel sized bottle with me at all times. So I’ve been itching to try out making my own. It costs a fraction of what you would pay in store in the long run, but most importantly, this recipe is all natural and does not contain any of the harsh chemicals that can be found in store bought products. This is also an alcohol free recipe, as alcohol in skin care products can often be drying.

You Will Need: • Recycled soap pump bottle or empty travel sized bottle • 1 cup Aloe Vera gel • 1 tbs Witch Hazel • ½ tsp Tea Tree oil • 10 drops Essential oil of choice (optional) • Measuring jug STEP 1 Pour the Aloe Vera gel into a measuring jug. This is your base ingredient. Add the Witch Hazel and Tea Tree oil.

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drops of an essential oil of your choice. This is really just for scent, however I would recommend lavender, peppermint or lemon for their anti-bacterial and calming properties.

STEP 3 Carefully pour your sanitiser into an airtight storage container. I would recommend cleaning out and repurposing an old soap pump bottle. Empty out old travel sized bottles for pocket sized hand sanitiser that fits nicely in handbags, schoolbags or in the car. If you don’t have anything you can recycle on hand, you can pick up cheap miniature bottles and soap dispensers at bargain stores.

It’s so important to know exactly what you’re putting on your skin and the best way to do that is to make everything yourself, however this isn’t always convenient. With products you can’t easily and affordably make yourself, I recommend getting into the habit of reading the ingredients list, doing a little bit of research and Googling the names of any chemicals you don’t understand. It’s just a good habit to get into.

People really do buy local when given the chance Photo by Louisa G Photography

In the Spotlight

I grew up in… Beaudesert, on a farm with cows, pigs, sheep and three siblings.

The first thing I do when I wake up is… wish I could sleep in a bit.

If I could be better at anything it would be… a better multi-tasker.

I am at my happiest when… I am with my wife, Carol.

Bruce Giddings OWNER, NARANGBA VALLEY NEWS

When I am not working I am… happy as a pig in mud.

I wish I could… sell a first division lotto winner to a regular customer.

Prior to moving to Narangba five and a half years ago, Bruce and his wife, Carol, spent 20 years living and working in Toowoomba.

There, the couple built units opposite a hospital, which they furnished and operated as fully selfcontained units for hospital patients and their families who came in from out west. Bruce was the cleaner, janitor, gardener, receptionist and bookkeeper.

My biggest fashion blunder was… well I don’t do fashion. Look at me, you can see that.

Bruce and Carol bought Narangba Valley News in 2010, and I are pleased to report that the business has improved year upon year. They have plans to expand the size and range of the gift department to cater for the locals who haven’t got the time to travel to major centres to buy a gift or toy.

My greatest achievement is… becoming a husband, father and then grandfather.

“Mother’s Day will be big and we have heaps of the gift lines already on show,” said Bruce.

Most people don’t know that I… have a Bachelor’s degree majoring in Journalism.

When I was growing up I wanted to be… the owner of a retail shop.

I couldn’t live without… every single one of our great customers.

My most annoying habit is… where do I start?

Checking my phone at the dinner table, talking to myself, being too stubborn and not asking for help when I need it.

Do you want to be In the Spotlight?

Contact Darren via ads@ournarangba.com.au

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