OurNarangba & Burpengary March 2017

March 2017 Edition 23

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Editor’s Note

As we head into the cooler months of the year, now is the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors and take some time out on the weekends. To pack a picnic, take the kids to one of our local parks and sit back and relax for the afternoon. Our local greenways are a feature that drew many of us to the Narangba and Burpengary community, and Sunday, March 5 provides the perfect reason for you to do your bit to help keep our parks clean.

Clean Up Australia Day is a great opportunity for the whole family to get out and enjoy some fresh air, meet new people and tidy up our suburbs. I encourage you join one of the clean up sites in Narangba and Burpengary, or to even start your own. You will find everything you need to know about getting started on pages six and twenty-two.

Another great event for the family this month is the three-day Australian National Morgan Show 2017 being held at our very own Burpengary Equestrian Centre from 24-26 March. As you can see from our front cover and article on page eighteen, these rare and unique horses are magnificent and should be on your ‘must see’ list for March.

Please continue to send in your stories and photos. We hope you enjoy reading our March 2017 edition.

Darren

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Contents

LIFESTYLE

REGULARS

COMMUNITY STORIES

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11 Meals on Wheels Needs You 13 Local Business Shows Muscle 15 Betty Johnson A Local Success Story 19 Burpengary Hosts 2017 National Morgan Horse Show 20 Wanted: Female Football Players

Editors Note Photo of the Month Date Claimers Your Say The Flipside Local Directory Sukoku

LOCAL NEWS 06 Volunteers Needed to Help Clean up 07 Residents Brace for Bill Shock 09 ‘Report a Drug Dealer’ Now Online 09 Project Booyah Kickstarts

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History Pets Home Real Estate Careers Education Health Beauty Review Seniors Wellbeing Gournet Craft

Our Team

EDITOR | Darren More Fawcett-Smith COPY EDITOR | Rebecca

GRAPHIC DESIGN | Rachel Woodcock | Graphic Design by JoJo Services PHOTOGRAPHY | Bass Photography

| Pixels and Spice Photography | Danica Clayton

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Date Claimers

March

Bribie Island Triathlon Series 4 Open water swim 500m or 1.5km www.bribietri.com Clean Up Australia Day 5 Head to pages 6 and 22 for more information on this event.

International Women’s Day 8 Meet Seleen McAlister!

Read more on page 41.

- 17 The World’s Greatest Shave 16 For more information or to register visit www.worldsgreatestshave.com.

21Harmony Day Reptiles of Moreton Bay 24 Get up close with reptiles living in your area. FREE Burpengary Library, 10am to 11am

Photo by Danica Clayton

Morgan Horse Show 24 Read more on Page 18.

Burpengary Equestrian Centre

Local Markets

Burpengary Markets Saturday Burpengary State School Station Road, Burpengary Narangba Markets Sunday Narangba Community Hall Mackie Road, Narangba List your event here for free Email editor@ournarangba.com.au

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Local News

Volunteers Needed to Help Clean Up WORDS: Melina Simpson PHOTO: Danica Clayton

Emerging 28 years ago from Sydney man Ian Kiernan’s simple idea to clean up his local beach, Clean Up Australia Day has grown into our nation’s largest community based environmental event.

Held on the first Sunday in March every year, Narangba and Burpengary residents can become involved in this year’s event on Sunday, March 5.

Inspired by Clean Up Australia Day’s motto, ‘When the rubbish is gone, nature can carry on’, Australian communities have proudly come together and collected over 331,000 tonnes of rubbish since the event’s conception.

Narangba’s Barbara Moloney has been involved with Clean Up Australia Day for the past nine years and is site coordinator of the Norfolk Lakes Neighbourhood Watch site which is situated in Norfolk Lakes Park, opposite the corner of MacDonald Drive and Amaroo Avenue. A wellfrequented park used by many residents and visitors for its facilities including barbeques, toilets, exercise equipment and playground, Barbara chose the

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Norfolk Lakes Neighbourhood Watch proudly supports Clean Up Australia Day. Will you?

site because of its popularity and attractive parkland.

“We believe that everyone enjoys the benefits of a cleaner, greener parkland, and we hope that our volunteers will join us in our efforts to keep this lovely area clean and free from rubbish.”

Barbara will be at the site from 8am on the day, and will provide free morning tea for volunteers and certificates of participation for those who want them.

“We usually finish about 10am or 10.30am, but volunteers may

participate for a shorter time if they prefer. We appreciate all efforts from our volunteers and offer grateful thanks along with what we hope is a happy and rewarding social activity!”

containers are provided by Clean Up Australia Day and Moreton Bay Regional Council (MBRC), with MBRC removing all collected rubbish.

At the time of printing, there were three other registered sites in Narangba. These were Jinibara Primary School on Cottontree Drive, Kelly St Guides and Billabong Park.

One site - Uhlmann Road - had been registered in Burpengary.

Demonstrate your willingness to protect and care for our wonderful environment this year on Clean Up Australia Day by either registering for an existing clean-up site or creating your own at www. cleanupaustraliaday.org. au. Those who are unable to volunteer on the day but would still like to help can make a cash donation via the website.

It is recommended that all volunteers bring a hat, sunscreen and sturdy footwear.

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Local News

Residents Brace for Bill Shock Local residents may be bracing for summer bill shock with new iSelect research revealing that over half a million Queensland households plan to cut back on spending to afford their summer energy bill, with 54 per cent saying the cost of energy will affect how long they use the air conditioner this summer.

make sure you are on the most cost-effective plan to begin with.”

The Galaxy Research study, commissioned by iSelect to assess the attitudes of Australian households towards energy suggests that almost 50 per cent of Queensland households are concerned about their upcoming summer energy bill.

Laura recommended Narangba residents speak with an energy expert this summer to find out what options are available to ease bill pain both over the hottest months and year round.

Entertainment and dining out are top of the chopping block for Queensland households, with 42 per cent planning to tighten their spending in those areas, while the research suggests that over one in five even plan to cut back on groceries.

Laura Crowden, spokesperson for iSelect, said with Narangba residents experiencing another hot summer, it is likely many local households will feel the

“This is because tariff rates and pay-on-time discounts can differ significantly from provider to provider and even from plan to plan with the same provider,” said Laura.

heat when it comes to their energy bills at the end of summer.

“During the summer, keeping air-conditioners running around the clock and the extra energy consumed by kids at home during the school holidays using TVs and computers can result in summer energy bill shock.”

“But if you simply use the airconditioner a bit less, you may be disappointed to discover that your energy bill hasn’t decreased as much as you had hoped when you receive it in the mail,” Laura explained.

“This is because for most Queensland households a large portion of your energy bill is actually made up of network charges and other variables not associated with usage.”

The survey also found that 63 per cent of Queensland homes will be using fans this summer to keep their bills down but just 6 per cent are planning to review their energy provider this summer in search of a better deal.

“While reducing your energy use and addressing your household budget is important, the easiest way for Narangba residents to save money is to

“There is no one size fits all solution to rising energy prices and unfortunately there are thousands of variables when it comes to selecting the most cost effective energy plan or provider.”

“We’ve all got better things to do with our time than spend hours comparing energy plans. But what can take days to decipher on your own can often be resolved in a matter of minutes over the phone with the right help, meaning you can cross ‘review your energy’ off your to-do list for 2017!”

Mark Ryan MP State Member for Morayfield

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PO Box 991 MORAYFIELD Q 4506

www.markryan.com.au Authorised by M. Ryan 3/67 Morayfield Road Caboolture South Qld 4510

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Local News ‘Report A Drug Dealer’ Now Online WORDS AND PHOTO: QPS Media

Police Minister Mark Ryan, Superintendent David Tucker and Detective Superintendent Jon Wacker launched a new reporting tool to help police tackle the supply and distribution of ice in the community on February 2.

Project Booyah is about to start for 2017 throughout Queensland, and referrals are welcome for young people looking to join the program.

This police run leadership and mentor program utilises adventure based learning, decision making/problem solving exercises, resilience training, policing strategies and family inclusive principles to help young people aged 15 to 17-years-old make better life choices. The program delivers important services to at-risk young people, helping reduce their risk through reengagement with education or employment.

QPS Community Contact Command Superintendent David Tucker said the community played an integral role in helping police disrupt crime, providing information that could form the foundation of an investigation or the piece of a puzzle that is the obstacle to helping solve a protracted or cold case.

“To ensure the public has the ability to provide this crucial information, the QPS has developed an online reporting tool, specifically focused on information relating to the distribution and possession of ice,” Superintendent Tucker said.

“The online tool not only complements the existing suite of resources available to the public, including Crime Stoppers and Policelink, but allows a community who is already online the ability to tell us what they know using a platform they are already familiar with.”

The tool can be anonymous, allowing anyone the opportunity to provide police what they know, but the user can also provide their email address, should they wish to provide further information in future.

Project Booyah Kickstarts

Police Minister Mark Ryan and Superintendent Tucker show the media the new online form

“Information provided in the form will be used by police to drive operational responses and target their resources, honing in on those selling these horrendous drugs to our young people,” Superintendent Tucker said.

“In 2015 our Government committed $20 million over four years to allow for the development of strategies, the expansion of capabilities and the formation of systems to tackle this issue both now and into the future.

Police Minister Mark Ryan said the Queensland Police Service does a tremendous job in this area, but cannot achieve this in isolation.

“We know drugs are the fuel that keeps organised crime going. It is essential we target the source in order to get the most effective results.”

“With intelligence suggesting the threat posed by organised syndicates is of particular concern, we must ensure we provide police the support they need to win this war,” Minister Ryan said.

The online form will be available from www.police. qld.gov.au/apps/reports/ ReportaDrugDealer and anyone with information is encouraged to hop online and provide details that could help fight dangerous drugs.

The program takes 10 young people for each cohort (intake) at various locations around the State twice a year. Interested youth and carers are invited to attend an information session where the program is outlined and questions answered.

Referrals are accepted from government partners or directly from families who believe their loved ones require extra support to make better life choices!

The program finishes with a graduation ceremony where participants receive a certificate for completing the Cert I in Hospitality and also the Booyah program.

Project Booyah has locations at Townsville, Cairns, Gold Coast, Logan, Capalaba, Redcliffe, Rockhampton and Pine Rivers.

The contact for Project Booyah is Senior Sergeant Ian Frame on 0417 757 012.

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Community

Burpengary Meals on Wheels Needs You! WORDS: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith PHOTO: Bass Photography Services

For the past twenty years, Burpengary Meals on Wheels has been providing an invaluable service to the local community.

Now, due to declining volunteer numbers, it is Burpengary Meals on Wheels that could use a helping hand.

“We’ve got a fairly large footprint area wise,” explained President, Fred Hein. “We go as far south as Narangba – basically to the train station - west to Oakey Flat Road and some of the side streets from there, and as far north as the lower section of Morayfield. Depending on how many people get the meals, we can do over 1,300 meals in a month.”

The meals, consisting of hot and cold dishes, salads, soups and desserts, are prepared fresh daily from 7am to 11am.

Office Admin/Finance Officer, Elaine Anders, who started off in the kitchen, encourages Burpengary’s pool of 20-30 kitchen volunteers to get creative with the menu.

Burpengary Meals on Wheels volunteers (L-R) Lindah, Kathy, Fred (President), Greg and Carol

The prepared meals are distributed by thirty volunteer delivery drivers who are scheduled on a rotating roster. From 10:45am, drivers collect and deliver the meals in five tightly managed runs. “All drivers are back by 12:30pm”, explained Elaine.

In keeping with Meals on Wheels’ motto, ‘More than just a meal’, the role of the drivers is not only to deliver the meals, but to also monitor the health and wellbeing of the clients and provide peace of mind for family members.

“We do have guidelines from Meals on Wheels Queensland as far as nutritional value, variety and so on, but we are autonomous as far as making meals,” explained Elaine. “Our volunteers are quite inventive.”

“That’s really one of the main focuses that we have… checking that everybody’s Carol, who has volunteered in the kitchen okay and that the home situation hasn’t for six years, enjoys the comradery. “It’s fun. deteriorated to an extent where we should We get on good together,” she said. call next of kin,” said Fred.

Eighty-seven year old volunteer driver, Margaret Hilton, is an enthusiastic advocate.

“I love the people and the friendliness,” she said.

Discussing what he enjoys most about Meals on Wheels, Fred (a retiree) says, “It gets me out of the house for a start. It’s an interest.

And you have the benefit of helping people.”

For Elaine, it is about ensuring the longevity of the service. “I’m getting up in age and I want to be able to use the service too. I’m basically safeguarding my future.”

Burpengary Meals on Wheels is located at 111 Station Road, Burpengary (behind Burpengary Library). For more information call 3888 3754.

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Community

Local Business Shows Muscle WORDS: Kristine Lane

With American Muscle cars once again becoming the trend, local car import company, Californian Image - Australia’s largest privately owned and operated shipping company - is one Narangba business helping people to re-live their youth and capture their dreams.

For 23 years, Owner Shane Delaforce has been in the business of helping clients source, buy, import, refurbish and R.W.C early classic cruisers. From Chevrolets, Hot Rods, Mustangs, T-Birds, Camaros, Cadillacs, Pontiacs to Buicks, these highhorsepower and high-performance, American cars are the epitome of the postwar, golden era when life was fun, fuel was cheap, and rock ‘n’ roll was king.

Shane says, “Many people’s best moments of their lives involved being around a motor car, so people engage us here at Californian Image to re-discover these youthful memories where dreams can be realised from as little as $10,000.”

Be it to import a complete, shiny new Muscle car for the avid collector, or for the hobbyist restoring it to its former glory, Californian Image stocks, sources and transits spare Muscle car parts, engines, collectibles and memorabilia, as well as bikes from this era.

PHOTO: Pixels and Spice Photography

Initially created to fill the void for people to own a piece of this monochrome memorabilia, Shane understands how this process can be daunting, especially for first-time buyers who have to deal with international sellers. Californian Image can assist in locating the car or bike via the internet, print advertisement or in person, containerising it to be shipped to Australia, restoring it and providing spare parts if necessary, and making it drive-worthy and compliant for Australian roads. Regular visits, car swap-meets and shopping trips to America are also organised by Shane for enthusiasts and buyers alike.

It’s not just the nostalgic Baby Boomers who commission Californian Image to possess a piece of this Rockabilly history; some of their clients also come from the younger generations wanting to get their hands on that retro look that has come back into fashion.

“We base our business on personalisation of the individual as we can be involved in some of, or every, step of the way.”

Californian Image is at 8/1 Business Drive, Narangba. They are open Tues – Sat, from 9am – 5pm. Ph: 3293 4055 or 0414 373 217.

Email: swapmeetjunkie@gmail.com.

“Muscle cars have always been cool, but they’ve recently become trendy again because they’re so different to modern cars. Many 18-21 year olds today still identify with the lifestyle of yesteryear, so it’s refreshing to know that these cars will never die.”

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Community

Betty Johnson A Local Success Story WORDS Meegan Berry PHOTO: Bass Photography Services

On Wednesday, March 8, we celebrate International Women’s Day. On this day across the globe, we honour the many and varied achievements of women across all platforms. This article recognises a truly inspirational local woman who created and self-published a children’s story book, which also doubles as a multi-disciplinary educational resource for schools.

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etty Johnston, author of ‘Mrs Echidna’s Dilemma’ has a rich background in education, theology and the public sector, along with a personal philosophy to learn something new each year. It is this desire for improvement that led Betty back towards education.

Born from a simple request to provide Australian native animal finger puppets for her daughter’s young students, the genesis of Betty’s book began.

Betty’s daughter had observed that her students easily recognised farm and wild animals, but struggled to identify our native animals. Twelve finger puppets were created to represent our unique Australian fauna. A few weeks later, her daughter reported that the children really loved the finger puppets and requested that Betty come up with a story to help the class learn more about these animals.

“So I wrote a story… after all, that’s what mother’s do, isn’t it?” Betty exclaimed.

When the story circulated amongst other teachers at the school, the suggestion was made to develop the story into a book.

Instead, Betty utilised her burgeoning embroidery skills and created a quilt that told the story of a troubled echidna searching for a safe place to lay her egg.

Designing every part of the quilt with care, and capitalising on the long train ride to work from Narangba to Brisbane City every day, Betty discovered a group of fellow quilters and together they shared ideas and learned new techniques.

Dilemma’ into their literacy and art units. The textured design of the pages also offered an excellent tool for early years special needs children. Betty further developed numerous worksheets and educational resources to accompany the story book.

After winning the Viewers’ Choice First Prize at the 2009 Queensland Quilt Show, Betty decided to create a companion quilt using ‘blackwork’ (a complex style of embroidery using black thread on evenweave fabric). The black thread follows repetitive geometric patterns, and by adding or omitting thread, you can create light and dark in the picture. This companion quilt would incorporate the technical knowledge about each of the animals in the story.

To improve the technical knowledge within the book, Betty invited feedback from Dr Peggy Rismiller OAM – a recognised echidna field research specialist. Dr Rismiller’s suggestions led to the second edition of the book being published in 2011. With the addition of further scientific text, the book now provided yet another learning opportunity for students.

With encouragement from her family and quilting friends, Betty was convinced to take the next step and develop her quilts into an actual book. With the help of a grant from the Regional Arts Development Fund (a partnership between the Queensland Government and the Sunshine Coast Council), Betty published ‘Mrs Echidna’s Dilemma’ for the first time in 2010.

Betty discovered that the book she had created worked alongside the early years curriculum on many levels. Several schools began to incorporate ‘Mrs Echidna’s

Whilst the resources are able to be purchased by teachers and schools separately, Betty thoroughly enjoys presenting the entire creative process and interacting with the students. It is Betty’s ultimate goal to take this story and all of its learning concepts to regional Queensland schools. “I would love to share my story with the schools during the week and then conduct weekend craft workshops with the women in the community,” Betty shared.

If you would like further information about this award winning local author, or would like to purchase ‘Mrs Echidna’s Dilemma’ or any of the myriad of resources, visit Betty’s website www.mrsechidna.com.

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It’s Time To B-Select WORDS and PHOTO: Danica Clayton

You may have heard whispers of something new in Narangba Valley over the last few months. No, it isn’t a new breed of cat taking over the neighbourhood; it’s B Select Narangba!

Joseph Vanscherpenseel, affectionately known as Joe, took over what was previously just a mechanical shop on Golden Wattle Drive. Transforming it into a one-stop shop for everything tyres and mechanical, Joe re-opened the store as B Select Narangba on January 9 - less than a month after purchasing it. I sat down with Joe a few weeks after the store opened to learn about the team and the services B Select Narangba provides.

Along with his staff, Matthew Shenton and Dylan Jeffers, Joe works tirelessly to offer a broad spectrum of services, covering general mechanical, logbook servicing, brakes, suspension, tyres, wheel alignments and exhausts. Joe’s aim is to keep everything in house so that those in Narangba don’t need to travel far for anything their vehicle may need.

Joe has a strong mechanical background, having worked as a mechanic for over 15 years; owning a mechanical workshop in Ingham for at least 10 of those years.

Matthew, who Joe considers to be a very thorough mechanic, worked at the

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previous shop (before it became B Select Narangba). Dylan currently works in tyre fitting and wheel alignment, however Joe revealed that he hopes to put Dylan through an apprenticeship as a mechanic in the future.

On the decision to purchase the shop, Joe said a mate of his told him about it.

They had a look at the area and thought it would be a great shop for both tyres and mechanical so they turned it into Bridgestone Select.

“I sort of work on the same morals as my

business in Ingham and it has worked pretty good. We’re here for the customers and we’re here to provide a service.

“We’re just trying to make it a one-stop shop and we pride ourselves on our service.

I guess we go above and beyond. We’ve already done that with a fair few customers and they’re glad that we’re here. They haven’t had that sort of service before so that’s a plus.”

You can visit Joe, Matthew and Dylan at Shop 3, 49 Golden Wattle Drive, Narangba.

Just look for the orange sign!

Your Say What Woman Inspires You The Most and Why? VOX POP: Pixels and Spice Photography

“My mum because I know she had been through a lot before she had us kids, and she manages to look after four kids now whilst working as well.”

Courtney - Narangba

“Donna, my PT trainer from Fresh Start Fitness for Her. She inspires me to be the best I can be and is always positive and is a very powerful woman.”

Janine - Narangba

“I would say my wife. We’ve just had our first baby six months ago and she’s such an amazing mum!”

Matt - Burpengary

“There’s an American Model named Tess Holliday who’s really inspirational. She’s a plus size model and is normalising women’s body size, like you can be a size 22 and still be beautiful and glamorous.”

Erin - Burpengary

THE IBIS WORDS: Richard Lancaster

“I have a friend who was a single mum from a very young age. She just put everything into making a wonderful life for her son and herself. Also, she’s only 32 and has just completed her Masters in Special Education.”

Brooke - Burpengary

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Register your details with us by emailing katy@ournarangba.com.au using Vox Pop as the subject.

Under 18’s require parental consent.

On a well-known radio station recently, the presenter of the early afternoon show was discussing various topical issues of the day with a panel of guests. A report from Canada told of police arresting a man for feeding squirrels. The presenter and guests found this hilarious. One of the group raised Brisbane’s Ibis population, saying that the bird fell into the same pest category as the squirrel in Canada. One even called the Ibis horrible, saying it was a dirty bird that stole food from humans.

The much maligned Australian White Ibis is a native bird that is closely related to the African Sacred Ibis worshipped by the ancient Egyptians. These sacred birds kept the Pharaohs’ fishponds free of poisonous water snails, and were rewarded by being given the status of an Egyptian god named Thoth, the god of Wisdom, Knowledge and Writing.

There are 26 species of ibis and they come in a variety of colours, including scarlet, green, black and purple.

The ibis’ natural habitat are the wetlands of Australia, but human encroachment and drought have forced this species to migrate elsewhere and they now occupy our cities in ever increasing numbers. They are not afraid of humans, which puts them at odds with some of us. They are deprecatingly called Tip Turkeys, Dumpster Divers and Flying Rats.

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I believe we should learn to appreciate these sheep of our cities, not only because they systematically move around eating up all that we humans discard, but also because of their wonderful ability to very quickly adapt to a very hostile human environment.

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Burpengary Hosts 2017 Morgan Horse Show WORDS: Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

PHOTO: Tim Wong

From 24-26 March, local horse lovers will have the opportunity to encounter the unfamiliar when the Australian National Morgan Show 2017 comes to the Burpengary Equestrian Centre.

“It’s like saying you have a unicorn,” says Show Secretary and Morgan breeder, Lisa Wong. “Horse people have heard of Morgans, but never seen one. There’s only 90,000 in the world.”

America’s first national horse, Morgans can be traced back to a bay stallion named ‘Figure’, foaled in America’s northeast in 1789. Figure (who later became known as ‘The Justin Morgan Horse’ after his owner) was celebrated for his ability to outwalk, outtrot, outrun, and outpull other horses.

Introduced to Australia more than 100 years ago to improve the bloodlines of trotting horses, the Morgan horse has played an important but little known role in Australia’s heritage.

“Morgans were brought in by King Ranch as quarter horses to run the cattle ranches out west and by Cobb & Co to be our carriage horses. People just didn’t realise that these horses were actually Morgans.”

With only 500 purebred Morgans registered with the Morgan Horse Association of Australia Inc., Morgan horses are a rare sight in the competition arena. Now in its twenty-third year, the Australian National Morgan Show showcases the breed’s suitability for a variety of disciplines.

“Where most people are trying to get a horse that can do one sport, we’re trying

to promote that you don’t just have to do one sport on one horse, you can have that same horse and do three different equine disciplines. You can do your team penning and your western, and on the same horse go and do a dressage test.”

This year’s three-day program - the biggest to date – substantiates the breed’s versatility. Day one (Friday) is a pure English day. “There’ll be dressage, show jumping, some novelty events and people dressing up in costumes.”

Day two (Saturday) will take visitors on a journey to America’s Wild West. “There’ll be western dressage, barrel racing, carriage driving and rider agility, which is extreme trail where the horse and rider navigate different obstacles.”

Burpengary Western Performance Club Inc are generously lending their extreme trail equipment including a chuck wagon and two-tiered bridge. “The extreme trail in Australia is in its infancy with not many clubs doing it, and we are at the forefront of getting our gear together and promoting it,” said Club President, Andrew Shield.

Day three (Sunday) will feature the breed classes. “People like to see the pretty horses,” says Lisa. “They (the horses) have makeup put on, they get all washed up and shiny, and are then judged on their conformation and breed.”

Discussing the reaction most people have to Morgans, Lisa says, “People usually fall in love with them because they’re very personable horses; they want to be with you. Most people will end up cuddling a

Morgan. They’re kind of the Labrador of the horse world.”

Many are often surprised to learn Morgans are low maintenance. “They are sensible horses, thrive on good nutrition, and you generally don’t need to shoe them. They have hard feet.”

Members of the public who would like to learn more about the Morgan breed are encouraged to approach those people at the show wearing a ‘Mentor’ badge.

Entry to the Australian National Morgan Show 2017 is free to the public, with Cheese & Deli Kitchen and Mr Whippy on hand to keep the crowds fed.

FOR THE DIARY: WHAT: Australian National Morgan Horse Show 2017

WHERE: Burpengary Equestrian Centre

WHEN: 24 - 26 March, 2017 For more information, visit http:// morganhorse.com.au/events/australiannational-morgan-show-2017

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Sport “The club is calling on female players around the region to strap on their boots and join the side as they prepare to launch their campaign in the 2017 Capital League.�

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WOMEN’S LEAGUE FEATURE

A charge up of the Brisbane women’s leagues is in the sights of the Caboolture Sports Football Club – but they need support.

The club is calling on female players around the region to strap on their boots and join the side as they prepare to launch their campaign in the 2017 Capital League.

A squad of 16 has been picked from preseason trials, with coach Terry Jones saying there is a possibility of new players fitting into the top team.

“We’ve got a full squad ready to go, but ideally we want a second team as well to support them, and at the moment we don’t have enough players for that,” Jones said.

“The team we have looks well balanced, with several players only 16 or 17 years old, as well as some more experienced ones.

“They’re really enthusiastic and eager to improve, which I think will make for a very competitive side.”

Jones coached women’s, men’s and junior Caboolture teams to multiple premierships over an 11 year stint when the club played in the Sunshine Coast league, before coaching in Brisbane for three years, leading Mitchelton to victory in the Women’s City League 3 in 2016.

Returning to the club along with fellow coach and friend Tony Mayhew, Jones highlighted the positive atmosphere surrounding the women’s side.

“A few of the players from last year’s team said they seriously considered not returning due to other priorities, but have now changed their minds after having a run with this squad,” Jones said.

“We had a talk at training the other night and emphasised how important enjoyment is, because if you’re not enjoying your football you’re not going to play well.

“It’s a very different squad to last year’s, so I think it’s just a matter of time before everyone really starts to gel and function together as a unit.”

Caboolture’s first test will be two trial games coming up against Mitchelton and Redcliffe, as well as the Woombye Cup (the Sunshine Coast pre-season competition) later this month.

“Those matches will be great for the team, and will give us a good indication of where we’re at approaching the start of the season,” Jones said.

“You can train all you like, but nothing beats the confidence and experience you get from actually playing.”

The team’s first match in the expanded Capital League competition will be against Park Ridge on Saturday, March 18.

“Our three year plan for the women’s side is to top the Capital League, move up to the Brisbane Premier League, and finally be playing in the National Premier League,” Jones said.

“With the squad we already have assembled, plus hopefully some new players to come, it’s looking pretty positive for the future.”

Interested players are encouraged to visit the Club’s website for more information www. caboolturefc.com.au or to contact Jones directly on 0418 721 456.

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Travel

BRIBIE ISLAND BEACHFRONT CAMP REVIEW BY KARA BUST Having grown up in coastal towns, beachcamping and beach-driving is just part of the culture in our household. We love to explore South East Queensland’s treasures, and other island getaways like Fraser Island are some of our favourite locations.

On Bribie we’ve previously camped at Poverty Creek (western inlet side overlooking Pumicestone Passage) but have not camped on the ocean beach side, until now.

About Bribie Island: Bribie Island National Park covers approx. one third of the entire island and largely consists of tidal wetlands, scrub and protected areas of the Moreton Bay Marine Park. There are a total of five camp zones, three being accessible only by four-wheel drive, the other two by boat.

Bribie also reserves a place in history with WWII Gunner and Searchlight station relics still found along the shore.

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So why did we chose Bribie Island Ocean Front camping?

1. We love the beach, beach fishing and beach driving 2. There are extensive camp sites to choose from, either private or group friendly 3. Fire rings are now found at most camp sites for the must-have camping experience 4. The several tea tree lakes and inlets along the beach drive make for great day trips 5. The Woorim beach access is only 40 minutes’ drive from Narangba (with traffic) Bribie really is the perfect playground for nature loving, beach going, four-wheel driving and camping folk like ourselves.

The following pros & cons are a mix of general facts as well as of our experiences this trip:

Pros: • Wide, soft, sandy beaches and plenty of room to play when the tide is out.

• A choice of 63 numbered camp sites along a 3km stretch of beach – you’ll never have to rock/paper/scissors over a patch of ground again – choose from a wind-swept hideaway in the dunes or a sheltered bush setting.

• The great mix of sites, from dispersed locations in Areas A–M: Q-T, or more social locations found at Areas N-P where the sites are closer (great for multiple groups).

• The amenities block at Area P is modern, clean and plentiful. There are two fresh water showers. Whilst these are a tad chilly, it’s great to wash off the salt and sand before donning the jim-jams. Expect a small line-up at peak shower-time.

• The ability to just jump in the 4x4, with some snacks, drinks, swimmers and fishing rods then take off up the beach for a few hours and set up wherever you feel. Or just

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Address: Bribie Island National Park (Ocean Beach Camping) 16km to 19km north of the beach access point on North Street, Woorim Accommodation Style & Location: Unpowered camping, tents and caravan, Area P Rates (At time of review): Camping (per night) $5.95 per person, or $23.80 per family, kids under 5yrs free Vehicle Permits – less than 1 month = $46.65, 1 month + up to 1 year = $234.00

set up the gazebo along the dunes barely a walk from your own camp site and watch the day go by.

• A great spot for a round or three of beach cricket and very family friendly.

Cons: • Very disappointing to see the amount of rubbish left by prior campers. The rule is what you take in, you take out. If only everyone respected this rule.

• No pets (sorry fur babies) but this is to protect native wild life.

There are sightings of snakes fairly frequently.

• Ensure the family are aware and alert when walking through vegetated areas.

• Getting off the beach into Woorim again at the end of a weekend can be slow and the sand gets very boggy. Expect delays.

Would we come back again?

Definitely. Do yourself a favour and add Bribie Island to your list of must-do camps in

For more information - www.nprsr.qld. gov.au/parks/bribie-island/camping.

Top memories – sitting back and being html and http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/ awed by the stunning sunset as it dips parks/bribie-island/ocean-beach-sitebehind the sand dunes but leaves the details.html beach aglow.

South East Queensland.

Don’t forget to take rubbish bags, sunscreen, firewood and starter kit, plenty of drinking water, insect repellent and other necessities as the nearest shop is back at Woorim.

Also don’t forget to check for the tide times to plan for a safe journey along the beach.

Road Safety rules apply and are enforced on these beaches. It’s a smart idea to pack a recovery kit including trax and a safety rated recovery snatch and shackle.

If you are booking in peak season or long weekends, consider booking ahead.

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Because when the rubbish is gone, nature can carry on.

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Easy Recycling Ideas

It’s that time of year again, and Clean Up Australia Day is back! Originating in 1989, the event has come a long way; from a ‘backyard’ resolution in Sydney to a nationwide positive force of communities dedicated to making the world a cleaner place. From within your own household, to the wider community and ecosystems, the Clean Up Australia Day organisation has developed a way for everyone to get involved.

community could be spurred into action, it was possible to persuade the entire nation.

And they did. That year, almost 300,000 volunteers dedicated their time to clean up communities across Australia.

Use Soda Bottle Caps As Laptop Cooling Risers

2017 marks the 27th anniversary of the Clean Up Australia Day Organisation, and an opportunity to encourage even more communities to get involved for many years to come. Not just for the one day, but all year round.

Turn a Sticky Tape Dispenser Into A Cotton Bud Storage Unit

WORDS: Danielle Garside

In 1989, the Hazardous Waste Act was implemented in Australia in an attempt to clear the 700,000 tonne stockpile of hazardous waste cluttering the environment over a ten-year period. Even today, evaluating on a per person basis, Australia currently ranks as one of the five highest waste producing nations, with an overall value resting at approximately eight million tonnes. Approximately seven million tonnes of this is recorded to have been produced by the household sector.

These statistics were initially what began the Clean Up Australia Organisation, when Aussie local, Ian Kiernan, decided to clean up Sydney Harbour.

Will you be joining us this Clean Up Australia Day? Find the locations on page 22 or register your own location via the official Clean Up Australia Day website.

Prop up your laptop on soda bottle caps, creating space underneath the laptop to allow for airflow and prevent overheating.

Drill a hole in the back of the tape dispenser, remove the blade, and wrap the earphones around the centre. This prevents tangling, and makes your earbuds harder to lose!

Turn Bread Tags Into Cord Labels

Clip the cord into the tag, label with a permanent marker, and never confuse your wires again!

After receiving an incredible amount of support from the public community, with 40,000 Sydney residents donating their time and energy to join the cause, the campaign was born. The next year, the event was advertised, with Kiernan and his committee believing that if one

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What Kids Learn From Pets WORDS: Petbarn, North Lakes

With 62% of Australian households already enjoying the company of a pet there is no doubt a furry, finned or feathered friend can be a fantastic addition to the family.

One of the key benefits of having a family pet is the lessons that they can teach children.

This month, Bec Lil (Petbarn North Lakes Store Manager), outlines her top five lessons that kids can learn from having a family pet:

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Responsibility: Looking after and caring for a pet can be a great way to teach children about responsibility. Specifically, getting them involved in helping with cleaning up after pets, feeding them, topping up water bowls and playing with them.

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Respect and compassion: While kids may want to play non-stop, pets aren’t always so inclined. Having a family pet can teach kids the importance of respect and compassion. They will learn how to

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be respectful of all living things, how to appropriately play with a pet and how to be gentle and not demanding.

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Loyalty and trust: Pets, especially dogs, are very loyal; they love their family unconditionally. Kids who grow up with a pet can build and learn how to show their own sense of loyalty to their pet and their family.

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Physical activity: While some pets such as reptiles and fish might not be super active, other pets including dogs will help get your kids out and about in the park, and encourage them to take part in regular exercise.

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Social skills: Pets are wonderful icebreakers and can also be beneficial in calming down distressed kids as they seek comfort from a pet. And the best reason of all is your child’s first pet will often be their best friend!

To find more pet advice and tips visit www. petbarn.com.au/petspot

Hello, my name is Buttons I am a two-year-old desexed male who is cute as a button, super playful and full of beans.

I am needing a home where I can stretch out my paws, have plenty of toys to play with and things to do. When I am not in one of my rough play moods, I am a very affectionate boy, always wanting to rub on you and get attention. As my play style can be a little rough, I do need a home with only grown humans, no children please.

To meet me, contact Dakabin RSPCA on 3480 6450 quoting animal ID 971568.

Adoptions are open from 10am to 5pm, seven days a week.

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Home

Sharpen Your D.I.Y. Skills at Bunnings WORDS: Bunnings Warehouse

Develop your D.I.Y. skills and knowledge this March at Bunnings Warehouse Morayfield with Adult D.I.Y. Workshops. Held every Saturday and Sunday at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm, the free workshops focus on achievable D.I.Y. projects that you’ll be able to do around the home and in the garden over a weekend.

Kids can also enjoy free D.I.Y. workshops at Bunnings, held every Saturday and Sunday.

The free classes will keep kids occupied, while they have fun being creative and learning new skills.

WHEN: Saturdays and Sundays throughout March Adult D.I.Y. Workshops are held at 11am, 12.30pm and 2pm Kids D.I.Y. Workshop times vary so please contact Bunnings Warehouse Morayfield or visit Bunnings.com.au/yourstore for times WHERE: Bunnings Warehouse Morayfield, Cnr Morayfield & Walker Roads, Tel: 5495 9900

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Home

Beginner’s Guide to Shabby Chic Décor WORDS: Oxmar Properties

Have you ever been in a home that seems to be ‘messy on purpose’? Do you envy the styles that look classically well-worn and loved without appearing drab or run down?

with a colour that matches your décor.

Use sandpaper to rough away some of the paint on the edges, or use a razor to carefully scrape up pieces of paint instead.

If so, shabby chic may be just the look you need to give your home an upgrade!

Shabby chic can be difficult to pull off if you have never tried it before, but with the tips outlined below, you will be well on your way to decorating the space of your dreams and creating an effortless style you will love.

Pale colours always work best with the shabby chic style. Whether you choose to use clean white for your painting DIY jobs or stick to pastels instead, you can get a lot of bright and lively pieces put together when you use these lighter shades. The idea with shabby chic is to stick to something you might find in a quaint little country home,

Stick to Pale Colours

so pale blues and greens are always good options. If you will be decorating with a lot of plants, try to use green whenever possible to let the design choices flow from one to the next.

The above tips are just a few suggestions to help you get started decorating your home in an excellent shabby chic style. Even if you have never tried to work with this style before, you will be able to incorporate it into your home easily when you follow the suggestions outlined above.

Aged Wood is Everything

The more aged wood you can use in your shabby chic design, the better off you will be! If possible, change out cabinet doors in your kitchen for aged, weathered wood, or replace the drawers in your desk with something similar. You can even hang weathered windows with the panes removed as a unique wall décor to suit your specific style needs.

Sandpaper and Razor Blades

If you will be making DIY shabby chic furniture, sandpaper and razor blades will be your best friends. One of the most popular ways to make your furniture look as beautifully shabby chic as you desire is to pick up something and repurpose it. For example, start with an old piano bench. Cover the cushion in the fabric of your choice, and paint the bench itself

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Real Estate

Tips To Help You Find The Right Agent WORDS: Gina Wells, Raine & Horne Burpengary

During our lives we buy and sell a lot of things, but there are very few things we buy and sell that are worth more than a property.

Whether you are selling your lifetime home or an investment property, finding and choosing a real estate agent is a big decision.

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Look local: The agent you choose is going to represent you and your property. It’s important that the agent you choose knows (a) the area you’re selling in, (b) the other properties for sale and (c) properties that have sold recently.

Other properties in the area could be competition to your sale, and it’s good to know what you’re up against. Call the agent on a Sunday and see if they answer their phone. If they don’t they probably won’t answer it for your buyer!

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Get out & about: One of the best ways to research your shortlisted agents is at open house inspections, so why not pop into one and see your agent in action?

Did they follow up with you after your attendance at the open house inspection to see if you wanted more information about the property? Is this something you want your agent to do?

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Comfort matters: Do you feel comfortable with the agent? You need to be very honest with an agent during the selling process and hence you need to make sure you are comfortable with the agent and can have open and honest communications.

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Market knowledge: The agent should be able to give you a thorough snapshot of the market in your area and surrounding areas. They should know about schools, transport, demographics and the sorts of buyers looking for homes in the area.

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Commission negotiators: One of the most important things is you get what you pay for. Sometimes you have to pay more for top service and experienced agents who will work seven days a week to sell your home. If an agent is offering you free advertising and discount commission, they probably won’t come into the office on a Sunday for a buyer inspection.

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Inflated prices: Don’t use the agent who gives you the highest price for your property. In agent talk, this is called a bought listing. This will cost you more money in the end and the agent will work quickly to drop the price on your home.

Call three agents to appraise your home and give you proof of what your home is worth with comparative sales. Also do your own research on sold properties.

These are just a few of the top tips and the initial things you need to consider when selecting an agent – so happy selling and buying.

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Careers

Feel You Can’t Compete Against 5 Ways to Younger Job Applicants?

Improve Your Employability WORDS: Trish Evans, Solution Focused Consulting

Did you know that how you feel about your age is reflected in your attitude? If you find yourself saying something like this, you might want to rethink your mindset: “I’m too old – who’s going to hire me?”

“I feel like I’m past my use by date.”

“I have no skills and don’t have any value in today’s workforce.”

“Nobody wants me because I’m too old.

Companies want young and unskilled workers who will work for lower wages.”

While I totally understand why you would feel this way, it’s not going to help you get a new job if you’re feeling negative about your age. Your whole body language, attitude, and the way you speak - from your tone of voice to the words you use will showcase your beliefs.

Think of it this way. We can tell when someone is confident by the way they walk, the way they make eye contact and the lack of a ‘poor me’ story. How you feel about yourself is reflected in everything you do. Don’t be a victim – be a victor!

Try instead to focus on your years of experience, either in the workplace, or at home. You haven’t spent the last 20 years sitting watching TV (or at least I hope you haven’t). Raising children involves many

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valuable skills that readily transfer to the workforce. If you’ve been working, what skills have you developed – you have a lot more experience of life than someone half your age, and will be far better equipped to handle many of the challenges in today’s workplace.

Try thinking and then talking about your reliability, your experience in conflict management, working as a team, exceeding the expectations of the company etc. – all of the things a younger person hasn’t lived long enough to experience.

Sadly ageism does exist in the workforce, even though we all know it’s illegal to discriminate against a person based on age. With a positive attitude, there is no reason you can’t find another job.

Upskill: Check out free online courses and YouTube tutorials.

Study: No qualifications? Consider doing a Certificate III under the C3G program.

Network: Often it’s not what you know, it’s who you know.

Make a list of your achievements: Which are transferable? An example for your resume might be, “When volunteering at the school tuckshop, I implemented a stock rotation system which cut down waste by 15% over 12 months.”

Be proud to be a member of Generation X – think of the values and work ethic you are bringing to the role. You understand how to balance yesterday’s excellent customer service standards with the technology we enjoy today. Your years of experience give you the ability to mentor younger colleagues. You are valuable, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise!

Trish Evans is a professional Career Adviser and CEO of Solution Focused Consulting. She can help with all your work related challenges – from resume and cover letter writing to interview coaching and career advice.

Ph. 0408 732 579 or visit www.solutions4work.com.au.

Education

Effective Comprehension

How well does your child comprehend?

WORDS: Karen Carter, Kip McGrath Burpengary

I have spoken before about the priceless value of being an effective reader.

Being able to read unlocks much of our knowledge and understanding of the world around us. Every subject a student studies at school requires reading. Reading is all about making meaning from written texts.

Comprehension is the ability to process information and fully understand its meaning. Without full comprehension reading is ineffective.

When learning to read we begin to unlock decoding strategies to first read individual words, phrases, sentences and eventually whole passages of text. Reading ability is necessary to then comprehend text.

Comprehension occurs on three different levels:

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Literal Comprehension (What did the author say?)

The information we need can be found written in the text. It provides the foundation for more advanced comprehension.

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Inferential Comprehension

(What was meant by what the author said?)

Information we need is not actually stated in the text. It requires us to draw conclusions based on the literal information in the text.

You might have heard of this level as, ‘reading between the lines.’

Preview: Looking at titles, headings, pictures. Flicking through to get an idea of what the text is about.

Question: Who, what, when, why, where and how? Is the text making sense to you?

Predict: Wondering what will happen next.

Making guesses and reading ahead to confirm if your guess was correct.

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Evaluative Comprehension

(How does the author’s message apply to other similar situations?)

Literal and inferential comprehension combine to allow us to synthesise understanding and apply new ideas.

Each level is like a building block to deeper understanding. You cannot comprehend on an evaluative level unless you first understand at a literal and then an inferential level. Using the three levels of comprehension allows us to apply new information, guide our thinking and shape our opinions about things; all of which are vitally important to us as human beings.

Each level can be used effectively by any age group based on their life experiences.

With practice we work in and out of levels automatically based on what we require from the text being read.

Infer: Imagining details and using them to understand what the author means.

Connect: Relating what you read to your own thoughts and feelings. Comparing the text to others you have read.

Summarise: Organising and connecting the details in the text to draw your own conclusions.

Evaluate: Thinking about what you have read. Was it important to you? Did you like it? What did you learn from it?

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. Contact us at www.kipmcgrath.com.au/burpengary or on 3888 2332 or 0488 445 776 for a Free Assessment.

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Health

Foot Health for Diabetics WORDS: Moreton All Body Care

Diabetes is a complex medical condition that can affect the whole body. Diabetes requires a lot of self-care and can lead to the development of further complications.

One area that is commonly affected by diabetes is the feet due to a build-up of glucose in the blood stream. This build up can cause blood vessels to narrow and harden resulting in reduced circulation.

Diabetes can also affect the nerves in your feet - this is known as neuropathy.

People with diabetes may experience reduced sensation in their feet, making it harder to feel blisters and other irritations including things that otherwise might be quite painful, like stepping on a thumbtack. Neuropathy can also cause unusual sensations in the feet including tingling. As a result small injuries can easily go unnoticed.

Combined with reduced circulation, it can be difficult to fight these little injuries and they can take a long time to heal or can become infected. As a

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result, people with diabetes are often considered to be at risk of foot complications, so it is important that they check their feet regularly for anything unusual; including redness, blisters, ingrown nails or small cuts or bruises. If these ailments are dealt with early on, they won’t have a chance to develop and become more significant problems.

Caring well for your feet can also help to prevent any diabetic complications. This includes making sure feet are washed and dried thoroughly, wearing well-fitting shoes for protection and regularly applying moisturiser.

Visiting a podiatrist at least once a year is another important part of good foot health for people with diabetes. Podiatry is a field of health care that specialises in looking after the feet. A podiatrist can help look after diabetic feet by monitoring any changes and attending to any corns or calluses that might develop. If you find it difficult to cut your nails due to trouble seeing or reaching, a podiatrist can also do this for you.

If you would like to speak to a podiatrist about your diabetes or any other problems or concerns with your feet, call Peak Feet Podiatry to make an appointment with one of our friendly podiatrists.

Moreton All Body Care have clinics located in Narangba and Burpengary and can be contacted on 3385 7325 or 3888 6699 respectively.

Zoe Gyte has recently joined the team and Peak Feet Podiatry. Zoe recently graduated from a Bachelor of Podiatry at QUT in 2016. Zoe is an avid reader especially of fiction.

She can often be found fishing in her free time or just generally enjoying the outdoors. Zoe has a particular interest in the diabetic and high risk foot.

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Muscle Soreness Be Gone!

Health

WORDS: Mel Toraya

So you’ve made your News Year’s resolution and you’ve hit the gym, hit the pavement or just lifted some weights in the garage.

Awesome! BUT, have you also pushed a little too hard and the next day when visiting the bathroom found it a huge effort to actually sit down! BRACE those walls!

Welcome to the world of ‘DOMS’, which is short for ‘Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness’.

DOMS can make walking the stairs at work or the train station result in a grimace and a groan, and can make getting up and down from your seat a workout in itself.

Training doesn’t always cause soreness, but newbies to the gym, or new routines and distance events can test the best of athletes. When you are training and trying to build muscle, muscles grow and become stronger when they are subjected to forces that cause tiny tears in the muscle fibres. During the recovery period after a workout, the body repairs these fibres and builds new blood vessels to the stressed area. Additionally, the energy generating components of the cells develop higher work capacity and bone density increases.

So see, it is worth it!

It’s not particularly fun to not be able to walk for days after a workout, but you can help get rid of muscle soreness. New or old, here’s a few remedies that can help get you through:

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Hot and Cold Contrast Showers: These increase the blood flow and help to shuffle inflammation out of muscle. During a five minute shower, alternate between 20 seconds cold and 10 seconds hot.

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Anti-inflammatory Foods: Working form the inside out will help recovery too. Spices such as Curcumin (Turmeric’s primary compound), Ginger and Turmeric are great for anti-inflammatory benefits. A study has even found Curcumin is far more potent than aspirin and Ibuprofen as an anti-inflammatory agent.

Other anti-inflammatory foods options are dark green leafy vegetables such as bok choy, celery, beetroot (great for blood), broccoli, salmon, bone broth, walnuts, chia seeds, flaxseeds and fruits - especially pineapple and blueberries.

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Massage: Visit a professional who will help reduce that muscle tightness. You can also use a Foam Roller.

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Hydration: When it comes to recovery, dehydration is one of your biggest enemies, so try to continue drinking consistently after exercise.

Remember, immediately after your workout you have a window of opportunity to feed your body nutritionally dense food, and by that I mean real carbohydrates and protein for energy and muscle repair. NOT junk food, soft drink and chocolate, but real food like chicken, rice, vegetables, protein smoothies, oats, fruit etc.

Recover Well and Keep On Training!

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Beauty

The Dirty Man Challenge WORDS Alex Habilay

If you’re an adolescent male, nobody needs the slightest hint to guess the haircut you sport.

It’s trending so hard, that a Clone Trooper is considered more unique and individual than the twenty-something male.

With the rise of short sides and sleek tops the hipster in me grew unsatisfied. He made me take a stand. I took upon the Dirty Man challenge.

For those of you too busy to worry about the hair follicles crawling out of your scalp, the Dirty Man challenge is the epitome of neglect. Until an unforeseeable future, my hair will grow, my facial hair will thrive and I will get closer and closer to having a Yowie encounter in my bathroom mirror.

Long gone are the days of werewolves and sasquatches.

The overgrown man has evolved in time and shed their former pelts of legend in favour of something more chic. Hair is no longer hair. Your mane must be groomed, caged within the hippest trend and glued with recycled candle-wax.

It has become an accessory and a social contract we all share. Much like the way birds brag about their plumage, we humans love a dash of aesthetic.

I entered the New Year with my all natural approach to hair maintenance. Like most things I do, there is no point to my degeneration, though there

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is conviction and absolutely no razors in my vicinity. I have kissed goodbye hair products and embraced being mistaken for an animal. In return, I have hair frequently being mistaken for dirt on my upper-lip and chin. Perhaps one day my dirt patches will be worthy of nouns like ‘moustache’ and ‘goatee’, but I predict I’ll have wrinkles before that day.

Recently there have been numerous instances of doubt thrown at me. Customers have begun querying if I am actually an employee at my workplace.

The worst case was when their suspicion needed to be quelled by my manager confirming that I am in fact not a homeless man posing in a uniform. Most likely because I’m truly becoming the ‘Dirty Man’ – though my customer service is a little gruff.

I’ve realised hair is no longer a man’s game - heck it’s nobody’s game anymore.

Contrary to popular belief, women can sprout hair below their eyebrows, and now that same bald prejudice is leaking into and infecting male insecurity everywhere. Men are shaving because masculinity finally caught the same plague as femineity; unrealistic expectations.

As a schoolboy I was battered by teachers for my regulation, height-breaching ‘fro, while everyone else with their flippy fringes strolled by with obscured vision.

When I refused to be sheared, I was dubbed a bad egg because

my heritage dictated that my hair grow vertical. Now that I’m letting everything grow free, I’m assumed to originate from the toilet bowl of society, all because of my hair.

This little social contract we call a haircut can be dangerous.

Not only do you risk losing an ear, you can write-off any respect you may be due.

That’s the cost of not looking like everybody else. Personally I’m going to continue to grow

my hair - a world where I can’t store stuff in my ‘fro is a world I don’t want to be a part of.

The Dirty Man challenge will prevail until I can house my life in my ‘fro. I refuse to acknowledge a world where somebody’s worth is measured by their uniform. I grow my hair as a martyr to all the individuality abandoned for the sake of a trend, and also because I can’t afford a haircut.

“... a world where I can’t store stuff in my ‘fro is a world I don’t want to be a part of.”

The Flipside A Woman’s Worth WORDS Alex Habilay and Rebecca Fawcett-Smith

He Says:

She Says:

Behind every great man is an even greater woman, but in my case, three remarkable women shaped me, and I struggle to do them proud.

International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. For some, the day is an opportunity to revisit and champion the political and human rights of women, whereas for others it is an opportunity to express their respect, appreciation and love for women.

While growing up in a home with a single mother and two sisters may have scarred me (I’ll never quite be able to look at a hair straightener without suspicion before ensuring it’s turned off) it has revealed the unquantifiable worth of a woman.

In my home, the ‘man of the house’ is a make believe façade. I watched my sister crawl out of bed to mow the lawn before straightening her hair to go to work. I watched Mum climb ladders one-handed, with screws in her mouth and a drill in the other hand, after working nine to five at the office.

My upbringing made me realise that if you genuinely care, gender means nothing. My family survived because we didn’t cling onto the necessity of a ‘man’. We survived because of my mum, who taught me the compassion and loyalty that make me the person I am today, and who showed me that you do what must be done for the sake of your loved ones.

March 8 marks International Women’s Day, so celebrate the women in your life and show them how much you cherish them.

Reflecting on my journey through womanhood, it is the strong, resilient matriarchs of my family to whom my thoughts turn. Forces to be reckoned with whilst also sanctuaries, it is they who have shown me that resilience and independence needn’t diminish softness and femininity.

I witnessed my maternal nana dedicate long hours making exquisite Easter Candy Eggs to sell for extra money while also working full-time as a cook at a nursing home. My maternal nana gave art classes and sold paintings for extra cash and gave back to the community in her role as Steward of the Arts & Craft pavilion at the local show.

My mum – a stay at home who volunteered at my school tuckshop – has remained a steadying force beside me when I need her most, and has become a confidante in matters I could never have imagined sharing with her as a teenager.

Thanks to these three women, I know I am capable, I know I am strong and I can celebrate being a woman.

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Top Tips for Staying Cool WORDS:Kerri-Anne Dooley

With this hot weather, it’s so important to keep well hydrated and cool, particularly for seniors who are perhaps less mobile and active, or who may forget to drink. With the high humidity, most of us are sweating more than usual and losing vital fluids, so it’s imperative to keep cool and drink more to avoid dehydration.

Monitoring fluid intake and ensuring you are in a well-ventilated environment are the keys to staying well hydrated. Here are some tips and hints to keeping cool and hydrated: • Keep a jug of water near where you sit for the day (e.g. in the lounge or sunroom).

• If going out, take a water bottle with you.

• Keep a water bottle in the car (remember to wash it out and refresh it every few days).

• Ensure your house is well ventilated with doors and windows open (preferably with security screens in place).

• Use air conditioning if available.

• If you have loved ones with dementia or cognitive issues, prompt and remind them regularly (every hour) to drink.

• Water is the preferred liquid for hydrating for obvious health reasons (no sugar or calories), however tea, coffee, juice, mineral waters, etc. are also good forms of fluid if you’re not a water fan. Better to drink something, than nothing at all.

Signs Of Dehydration Being aware of the signs and symptoms of dehydration is also important. Please seek medical attention immediately if you or a loved one are demonstrating any number of the following symptoms:

• Dry mouth

• Rapid breathing

• Fatigue

• Dizziness & difficulty breathing

• Excessive thirst

• Nausea &/or vomiting

• Flushed skin

• Dark coloured urine

• Headache

• Constipation

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WORDS: Jade Mitchell

After much pleading, my Aunt (my usual theatre pal) agreed to see ‘Matilda The Musical’ with me. Whilst she is not a big ‘Matilda’ fan, I most certainly am.

I know that at some point in my childhood I likely read Roald Dahl’s ‘Matilda’, but I remember little of it. My interest in ‘Matilda’ stems from the movie (sacrilege, I know), and as the movie is not a musical, I was interested to see how the show would play out on stage. To put it mildly, it was amazing.

There were nine children in this play and they were all fantastic!

I desperately wish I had bought a program, just to find out more about each of these young, talented theatre performers.

They’re singing and dancing combined wonderfully, and their performances were just as good (if not better) than their adult counterparts.

Annabella Cowley was a fantastic Matilda. She sung beautifully and she captured Matilda’s quiet fortitude brilliantly. The character of Miss Honey had a wonderful depth that I think was lacking in the movie. The actress who played her was fantastic, portraying that soft-mannered adult who - just like her pupils couldn’t wait until she “grew up” to be big and brave, and to be able to change her circumstances.

Finally, let’s not forget Miss Trunchbull, performed by the fantastic James Millar. She was scary, she was funny, she had little asides -

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James was the embodiment of the Trunchbull character.

The story was funny and witty, even despite the serious topics peppered throughout the story. One of the songs was sung with such a tender bittersweetness that I almost burst into tears. It was inspiring, yet also melancholy.

To say that I instantly fell in love with ‘Matilda: The Musical’ is an understatement. I thoroughly enjoyed the performance and recommend it to everyone.

My Ratings: Plot:

Characterisation: Music: Acting: Overall rating

Be Inspired on International Women’s Day

WORDS: Therese O’Brien

Non-profit organisation, Women’s Wellbeing Association (WWA), in conjunction with the Caboolture Sports Club, have announced a free International Women’s Day event starring Award Winning Female Vocalist, Seleen McAlister!

programmes, monthly women’s circles, Nurture Day and the annual Everywoman Gathering which continually surpasses our expectations,” said Ms Lowien.

The event, to be held on Friday, March 10 from 10am to 12noon, promises to provide a range of inspirational female speakers, opportunities to network and light morning tea.

As the organisation strives to find a home for a Woman’s Wellbeing Association in North Moreton, the International Women’s Day event will provide the opportunity for women of our community to support each other whilst learning more about the great work they do.

“Women with home businesses in the Morayfield, Narangba and Burpengary areas are encouraged to contact us about our free promotional tables so they can showcase their business on the day,” said WWA President, Ms Michelle Lowien.

2017 CMAA Golden Guitar ‘Female Artist of the Year’ Award Finalist, Seleen McAlister, will be performing her hit song ‘She’s Getting Stronger’ and is looking forward to meeting local, like-minded women at the event.

With a strong vision of building a community of women who embrace differences and make a difference for the enrichment of their lives, family and communities, Women’s Wellbeing Association have been providing events and support for women throughout QLD for 14 years.

“This International Women’s Day event is a chance to celebrate the strength of women from all walks of life and to share our triumphs and stories. To support each other and empower each other’s journey as we walk together through this life,” said Ms McAlister.

“Our vision of ‘Women embracing differences, making a difference’ means, to us, listening and integrating the wealth of ideas and resources that our members have to offer. Since its inception, WWA has developed substantially to meet the needs of women through its many Womanhood

To register for this FREE event, visit the Facebook event page ‘QLD Women’s Week – International Women’s Day’. For more information about promotional tables, email Marie via eventswwa@womenswellbeing.org

Well-Being The Speakers Trish Jackson: One of thirty-seven Thalidomide Survivors and an accomplished artist.

Michelle Lowien: President of Women’s Wellbeing Association.

Kylie Stretton: Coach and Author of ‘Finding Kylie: The 7 Action Steps to Finding You’.

Jen Bettridge: Coach and Author of E-Book ‘SOUL Business’.

Therese O’Brien: Advcoate for Domestic Peace

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Gourmet

Bird Flu WORDS: Shirley Harring

Stop being a mug, think before you buy your next chook.

A few weeks ago, I was sick. Not your average cold, and not your-once-everyfew-years can’t-get-out-of-bed bug either.

Nope. I was down, out, where-did-the-lastthree-weeks-go kind of sick. All I wanted was for someone to cook me soup.

Specifically, chicken soup. The kind of soup grandma used to make.

There are healing properties in chicken soup, according to grandma. A big, old mug cupped between two achy palms.

Close your eyes. Bow your head. Inhale.

Sip. Deeply scented warming broth fills the head, heart and lungs and just like magic, a little bit of betterness is instilled.

Sadly, unlike grandma’s days, there’s now more healing power in the herbs added to the bowl than there is in the actual broth itself.

See, almost every chicken in our fair country – organic, RSPCA approved, farm direct, even the plain label supermarket version - comes from one of two fastgrowing commercial meat strains: Ross, and Cobb. You might have heard them referred to as white feathered chickens or meat broilers.

You are, unwittingly, being hoodwinked.

It’s true the organic chook has had a good life; and indeed, the free range chook could walk around (a little bit); and yes, the pastured chook was outside soaking up the sun. However, commercial chooks are developed overseas specifically for the intensive chicken industry and are imported into Australia where farmers purchase them as day old chicks. Don’t believe me? Google it. Look up ‘Ross’ and ‘Cobb’ and ‘Intensive Farming’ and ‘Australia’.

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Here’s something to chew on. Most meat chickens are processed at around five weeks of age. That’s 35 days old. 35!

Conversely, a naturally slow grown heritage bird is processed at 12-14 weeks, or 80-95 days. That’s three times longer than the conventional chicken available anywhere.

So why don’t farmers just let the chickens grow longer? It’s not that easy. Give a Ross or Cobb chicken the opportunity to range outdoors, and their vast appetite (required to sustain their rapidly growing bodies) drives them to spend longer at the feed trough. Unnaturally breast heavy, they have difficulty walking let alone foraging.

And the only way to deliberately slow the growth rate is by withdrawing feed thus creating chronic hunger.

As for the chicks? Well, parent birds used for breeding programs are kept in confined conditions with artificial lighting and a restricted diet, unable to free range or forage.

Farmers are not intentionally setting out to mislead. Their goal is to give a chook a

good life. But the intensive chicken industry produces stock, and stock is what comes into the country to meet demand, and what comes into the country is what you eat.

And you know what they say: you are what you eat.

If you’d like a good recipe for chicken soup, jump on line – there’s plenty. If you’d like access to high welfare, genuine slow grown heritage chooks, then Google them too - but be prepared – there’s not so many, and they’re not cheap. But they’re the real deal. Just like Grandma used to grow.

Shirley Harring is a freelance food writer and ethical provedore who draws inspiration from regenerative farms that grow heritage and rare breed animals. Her works appear in Fairfax’s Good Food Guide; and from time to time she enlightens us on the ethical breeding, treatment and processing of animals for the table. You can find her at www.handsourced.com.au

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Homemade Healthy Popsicles WORDS AND PHOTOS: Hannah Forsdike

Beat the lingering summer heat with this super healthy homemade coconut water & fruit popsicle.

YOU WILL NEED

Popsicle mould (I bought mine from Kmart for $2) Coconut water Kiwi fruit Strawberries Blueberries

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Cut up the kiwi fruit and strawberries into small enough pieces to fit inside your mould. I thinly sliced mine.

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Fill your mould with the fruit. Make sure there is a good mixture of fruit in each mould and try not to pack them too tight.

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If you don’t own or can’t find a popsicle mould, I’ve seen people use disposable cups with popsicle sticks.

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Top up each mould with coconut water.

I would recommend under filling them by about a centimetre or two, as the liquid will expand slightly when frozen.

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Place your popsicles in the freezer to set. I left mine overnight, however this should only take a few hours. Once frozen, there can be a bit of an art to removing them from the mould.

To remove, hold the end of the mould under slightly warm tap water, gently wiggle the popsicle stick and it should slide easily out.

Enjoy on sunny Saturdays spent around the pool!

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You can substitute the ingredients for almost any fruit; I just used some of my favourites. And if you don’t like coconut water, you could use plain water, fruit juice or cordial. However I did find the coconut water complimented the fruit really well.

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For a less healthy version, why not try gummy bears and lemonade? Or add 15mls of vodka into each Popsicle for a cheeky adult version.

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