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DECEMBER 2016 lifestyleqld.com.au
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FROM THE EDITOR
COVER STORY
ABOUT US
4 TAPESCAPE ARRIVES AT IPSWICH ART GALLERY
THE LIFESTYLE TEAM Managing Editor John Armstrong Finance Suzette Armstrong Advertising Linda Hann News Editor Aislinn Dwyer Administration Joanne Pollard
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How is it December already? if you’re as unorganised as I am, we have included some great Christmas gift ideas for anyone and any budget - all available from local retailers. Whilst we’re on the topic of presents, we have a MEGA give away this month with fourteen books to choose from. Check it out and you might win yourself a decent read this Christmas. With school holidays fast approaching, we spoke to the Ipswich Art Gallery about their new TapeScape installation by US artist and engineer Eric Lennartson- a two story sculpture made out of 56,000sqm of packing tape! We also chatted to Australia’s funniest man, Carl Barron about his sell out performances at the Civic Centre this month, and his journey on becoming a comedian. As always, without our advertisers our magazine would not be possible so show them your support and tell them you heard about them in Lifestyle Queensland. On behalf of the team at Strike Publications, I’d like to thank our readers for your continuous support in 2016, and wish you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2017.
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Complete your special someone’s Christmas wish list Finding that perfect Christmas present for your significant other can be tough. The team at Harvey Norman Ipswich has created a gift guide for the special lady or gentleman in your life, ensuring they’ll be raving for months to come! Help her save time and effort with the Hairstyla Hair Brush Revolution. Smooth, easy, fast and affordable, there will be no more hours spent sectioning, squashing and burning hair in ordinary straighteners! The Hairstyla glides through
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hair while the 3D ceramic heat technology smooths, straightens and de-frizz’s hair in minutes! For $119, her hair will be left gorgeous, sleek and styled. Socks and jocks do not qualify for an exciting gift. Instead, try gifting the gentlemen in your life with a Philips Vacuum Trimmer. It’s never been easier for them to keep their beard, moustache
and sideburns tidy, with its powerful vacuum that catches cut hair as they shave. Trimming facial hair is accurate when using this Philips trimmer’s strong double-sharpened steel blades that sharpen themselves. It also gives the user the ability to choose how close of a shave they’re after, with 20 lock-in length settings. With 60 minutes of running time per charge and a built-in battery indicator displaying how much power is left, the men in your life will be very impressed.
These gifts alongside many more can be purchased at Harvey Norman Ipswich, Shop 606-616 in Ipswich City Square.
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Barron bringing laughs to Civic Centre After making 300,000 Australians laugh on his last tour, Carl Barron is coming to Ipswich with his brand new show ‘Drinking With A Fork’. v
by Aislinn Dwyer
He said, ‘Come to this pub next Monday night.’ So I did.” That stand up gig at Sydney’s Harold Park Hotel soon changed his life, continuing to roof-tile for a short while before transitioning into comedy full time. At present, Barron has over 50 television spots to his credit, five of the top ten selling DVDs ever in Australia and the country’s highest selling stand-up comedy DVD in
What exactly makes Carl Barron so darn funny? Is it his thick rural Queensland drawl, his laidback persona or the fact he can turn ‘toilet talk’ into a side-splitting joke? Whatever it is, perhaps the combination of all of these things, just works; so much so that Barron has had audiences laughing across Australia and the globe for the past twenty-three years. The comedian comes from humble beginnings in the central Queensland town of Longreach, watching his father shear sheep before deciding to move to the Gold Coast to become a roof-tiler. Carl’s next journey took him to Sydney, where his dream of being a comedian was brought to fruition at the suggestion of fellow Australian comedian Akmal Saleh. “I’ve just always wanted to be a comedian since I was a kid,” Carl said. “I went and saw Jimeoin one night and something clicked. “I thought I could talk about those sort of things. Then I spoke to the support act in the toilet, which was Akmal [Saleh] and said, ‘How do you get into it?’ Australia’s funny man, Carl Barron to perform in Ipswich.
Australian retail history. On top of these accolades, he wrote and starred in the feelgood film Manny Lewis, a fictional story about a successful stand-up comedian who grapples with loneliness. Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale said Carl’s sense of observational humour aligns well with Ipswich locals and his performance would be a welcomed delight. “Carl’s brand of Aussie humour is something that everyone can relate to,” Cr Pisasale said. “Australians always find a way to laugh at themselves and Ipswich is no different – life would be boring without a sense of humour. “It’s great to have one of the nation’s leading comedians in Ipswich. “In fact, we like to laugh so much we’ve got Carl on stage for two nights.” Carl’s two sell out shows will be showing at the Ipswich Civic Centre on Monday 12 December and Tuesday 13 December respectively. To see what other events are on, call the Ipswich Civic Centre ticket office on 3810 6100 or visit their website at www. ipswichciviccentre.com.au.
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COMMUNITY
Sniffing out suspicious behaviour A new neighbourhood watch program, ‘Dogs on Patrol’, aims to encourage Ipswich residents to be proactive about keeping a lookout for anything that looks suspicious in their area, that could potentially lead to crime. ‘Dogs on Patrol’ has been launched at Providence Ripley to promote neighbourhood surveillance while being out and about. The program is being implemented by the Ipswich District Crime Prevention and Ipswich Neighbourhood Watch groups to encourage residents to be the ‘eyes and ears’ of the community. With nine neighbourhood watch groups in the district, Senior Sergeant Nadine Webster says she hopes the program would also be launched in other areas of Ipswich. “We’re fortunate that Providence Ripley Valley have come on board and were prepared to be the first to launch Dogs on Patrol,” Senior Sergeant Webster said. “There are so many future developments with Providence, not only housing developments but potentially an off-leash dog park, which ties in well with the Dogs on Patrol project.
“We hope the success of this event inspires other areas of the district to launch their own Dogs on Patrol initiative.” Senior Sergeant Webster said the scheme allows the police to gain vital information from the public. “This is another way the community can take preventative measures,” SGT Webster said. “If we have something happening in a particular area, we can liaise with Neighbourhood Watch and they can inform the community.”
Pam Lobwein, of the Ipswich Direct Neighbourhood Watch said the most important aspect of Dogs on Patrol was the community looking out for one another. “We certainly don’t go out and fight the crime, but we can help”, Ms Lobwein said. “It’s about encouraging members of the community who are already out and about to act as surveillance, and report if they see anything suspicious in their community.” The Queensland Police Service urge Ipswich residents to not place themselves in danger when out on walks, but to instead carry a mobile phone. If you do see a crime being committed, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. For nonurgent situations, call Police Link on 131 444. Photos: Pam Lobwein, Dave Holec and Senior Sergeant Nadine Webster keeping watch with Keira and Foxe at Providence, South Ripley.
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Construction and TapeScape at Ipswich Art Gallery this Summer Kids are probably driving their parents ‘crazy’ during school holidays, so why not visit the Ipswich Art Gallery and let them run wild in a two-story creative play space made entirely from packing tape, or let them construct their own building from foam blocks. Visitors to the gallery could be the first in Australia to experience playing in a unique TapeScape made entirely from 56,000 metres of packing tape, now installed at the Gallery. Designed and created by US artist and architect Eric Lennartson,
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TapeScape is the headline attraction in the Construction Site summer program at the Ipswich Art Gallery. First launched in Lennartson’s home state of Minnesota in 2011, TapeScape has been recreated in San Jose, Pittsburgh, Winnipeg, New Jersey and Dubai. “It doesn’t take much to have a lot of fun in the TapeScape,” says Eric. “The tunnels bend, curve and warp as people play, and as the structure is a bit bouncy and slippery it gives people an experience unlike anything they are used to. The installation in Ipswich has taken two weeks for Eric to create with a team of gallery staff and it is the first time a TapeScape has been showcased outside of the Northern Hemisphere. Council Arts spokesman, Councillor Charlie Pisasale said TapeScape would headline the Gallery’s summer school holiday program along with the return of popular interactive
building exhibits that form Construction Site. “Gallery Director Michael Beckmann and his team have done a huge amount of work to bring Eric and his installation to town,” Cr Pisasale said. “TapeScape is going to transform Ipswich Art Gallery like never before: it’s going to attract tens of thousands of people. “All-day entry to the interactive exhibitions is $5 per person or $15 for a family of up to five people with children under two free.” TapeScape is a welcomed addition to the other current exhibitions, Construction Site, Ball Run and the Blue Blocks activity. In these exhibits, children have the opportunity to be their own architect by building cubby houses. The giant foam blocks are there for children to build whatever they can imagine. Alternatively, their inner engineer can be released with the popular Ball Run. Children are able to create their own run using tubes and recycled materials to send a rolling ball on its way. Ipswich Art Gallery is open daily from 10am to 5pm at d’Arcy Doyle Place between Limestone and Brisbane streets, Ipswich. Construction Site featuring TapeScape is a fun, interactive art activity where your child can comfortably build and play in an air-conditioned environment, perfect for the summer school holidays. There is even a special space for children under 2 to enjoy. TapeScape is on at the Ipswich Art Gallery from Monday 5 December 2016 to Sunday 26 February 2017 (closed 24 Dec to 2 Jan inclusive).
Advance bookings may be made online at ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au or pay at the door. Opposite page: Councillor Charlie Pisasale gets into construction mode with the kids. Below: Zephryn starts construction work. TapeScape photos courtesy Pittsburgh Children’s Gallery.
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Christmas fare can be toxic to pets! Christmas is upon us and there’s so much to do. Sometimes, we can forget to take some important safety measures for our fur kids. If you are planning on time away for Christmas remember to ensure your pets are up to date with all their vaccinations, flea, tick and worming treatments. Don’t risk a substantial vet bill over the holidays, that can be avoided by providing your pet with simple preventatives. We have already seen a high number of Tick Paralysis cases this year that are avoidable at a small cost. We recommend Nexgard (dogs) and Frontline spray (cats) for ticks and fleas!
Ensure you don’t change your pets diet by giving them rich foods you enjoy over Christmas. Many of these foods can be toxic to your pet and can cause a mild intestinal upset to far more serious complications up to and including death. Serious cases are generally attributed to chocolate or a digested decoration, a new toy or packaging. If your pet/s display abnorma or unusual behaviour contact one of our clinics immediately, or in an emergency simply make your way to one of our clinics. From all the team at Ipswich Vet Group we wish you a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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For the first time since opening her doors in 1990, Lorna Jane Clarkson chose a curve model, Kate Wasley, to advertise her clothing, a move highly praised by critics and devotees alike. Despite controversial comments on ‘plus-sized’ women, Lorna Jane Clarkson has diversified her brand by including XL sizing. Clarkson was quoted earlier in the year that she would not be releasing a ‘plus-size’ range, arguing that the brand hasn’t “felt the demand for bigger sizes.” However, it appears Clarkson has had a change of mind with her Lorna Jane’s latest style guide featuring Perth-born curve model, Kate Wasley. Wasley, who represents Vivien’s Model Management is excited to be the first curve model featured by the activewear brand. “It’s a dream come true for so many reasons... mostly because I have such a strong passion for health and fitness,” Kate said. “As a personal trainer, I’ve seen so many women of all ages struggle with eating, exercise and body image - the ‘fitspo’ images floating around on the internet aren’t physically attainable for everyone and they focus on only a small percent of women. “I’m excited to show people no matter what your size, you can go to the gym, eat healthy and be fit and do what ever the hell you want; I’m excited to be a part of a movement that focuses on health and not size.” Kate, who also models for other Australian retailers like Autograph, is hoping that the Lorna Jane campaign helps inspire other companies to embrace curve sizing and diversity in their choice of models. “I truly believe that embracing all body shapes in advertising and fashion is an amazing start to combat body issues in women,” Kate said. “Women always have and always will come in their own unique
shape and it’s about time companies embrace woman for who they are and not what they think everyone should be.” The new campaign has been warmly welcomed on Lorna Jane’s social media pages. “Love this girl and that you are finally showing your clothing line on different body types - makes it much easier to see how the clothes will fit!,” commented one woman. Another wrote, “So refreshing to scroll through my Facebook and see a model I can identify with! Thank you Lorna Jane for taking this step forward.” Kate’s photoshoot and the new Lorna Jane collection is at https:// www.lornajane.com.au/styleguide.
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Funding secured for Scholarship at USQ Funding for the City of Ipswich Scholarship has been secured for a further three years. Marcus Clemenkowff, the 2016 recipient said the scholarship allowed him to ease the difficulties of being a mature aged student and supporting his teenage sons. “I’m extremely passionate about being a paramedic, and to take the plunge so late in life as a mature aged student at USQ Ipswich is a daunting undertaking that I started in 2015,” Marcus said. Mayor Paul Pisasale said the scholarship was launched in 2000 to support high-achieving undergraduate students. “We have some tremendous talent living in Ipswich and this scholarship backs our best and brightest,” he said. “Council will continue to provide $5,000 a year for the City of Ipswich Scholarship through USQ for 2017, 2018 and 2019. “The scholarship is open to on-campus and online students from the Ipswich and Springfield campuses of USQ.”
Marcus says the scholarship is really important to his family. “I would definitely encourage any students who are in need of this scholarship and meet these requirements to take the time to apply as it will help you in the same way as it did for me.” For more information on the City of Ipswich Scholarship including a full selection criteria visit usq.edu.au/ scholarships/usq/city-of-ipswich Photo: Marcus Clemenkowff being presented with the 2016 City of Ipswich Scholarship by Mayor Paul Pisasale and USQ IpswichVice-Chancellor Professor Jan Thomas.
Where kids explore, learn and grow Play and Learn Childcare Raceview offers a warm, friendly environment in which children are encouraged to explore, learn and grow. The centre has modern facilities, a team of caring staff and a large outdoor playground shaded by trees. All meals are supplied and are nutritionally balanced. Group Leader Angie said the centre’s culture is one of respect, compassion and inclusiveness. “Our staff genuinely care about the children and are committed to
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The sound of people learning to play an instrument is music to the ears of Nathan Goodger, owner of Tone Town Music at Booval. Nathan has tought music for more than a decade at West Moreton Anglican college, and he offers private tuition. Nathan purchased Tone Town as home base for lessons, and to give musicians access to high quality instruments and repairs, and professional advice. Two teachers are on hand, with classes to suit all ages and experience levels. Nathan sees the positive influence music has on a child’s development. “Children are drawn to music; it helps them build motor skills, improves their complex reasoning ability while developing spatial awareness and language,” he said. “For our youth, music is a valuable way to express their inner dialogue and helps them interact positively with the world around them.” As the only music store left in Ipswich, Nathan said it was a service the area couldn’t be without. “Music is a part of the daily life of so many people,” he said. Teaching includes all aspects of guitar, banjo and ukulele, soon to include voice training and piano. “We stock Australian made Orsmby electric guitars, Matons and Cole Clarks and a full selection of brass, woodwind, amplifiers and synthesises,” he said.
Tone Town is a distributor for local Luthier, Ross Wohling, who builds Soul Guitars. They stock a range of music accessories plus print music and school instrumental books. Tone Town Music is located on 124 Brisbane Road at Booval, open six days a week. Call 07 38121880. Below: Tone Town owner Nathan Goodger.
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WIN a holiday this Christmas at Riverlink Origin of Christmas gift giving Just where does the tradition of Christmas gift giving come from? Aside from the obvious Christian roots, the legend of Santa Claus and gift giving can be traced back hundreds of years to a monk named St Nicholas. It is believed that Nicholas was born sometime around 280 AD in Patara, near Myra in modernday Turkey. Much admired for his saintliness and generosity, St Nicholas became the subject of many legends. Popular belief is that after his parents died he gave away all of his inherited wealth and traveled the countryside to help the poor and sick. Over the course of many years, Nicholas’s popularity spread and he became known as the protector of children and sailors. Everybody loved Nicholas! After he passed away, they told stories of the good and kind things Nicholas had done for the community. Sailors took these
stories about Nicholas everywhere they went. Some of the stories were about his special care for children, helping and protecting them whenever danger arose. From this storytelling, more people learned about the very generous Nicholas. People wanted to be like him, and he was used as an example of how society should act - hence why he became a saint or as we know him in modern society, ‘the real Santa Claus’. This Christmas, if you want to embody the genoristy of ‘St Nick’ but are a little stuck on what to give your loved ones, don’t panic! We have included a large array of gift ideas to suit everyone and any budget, all from Ipswich retailers. You could win Riverlink’s mega holiday giveaway, or our very own book and movie prize packs. So, if you want to be the favourite gift giver this Christmas, skip the socksand-jocks routine and browse our impressive gift suggestions!
Christmas can be a stressful time for all, so Riverlink has decided to reward one lucky Christmas shopper with a $6,000 holiday to a destination of their choice! Perhaps a cruise to sooth the soul? A family holiday to a beach side resort? A trip overseas? Whatever the destination, who wouldn’t want to win this major prize? To enter the competition, shoppers only need to spend a total of $30 in specialty stores or $60 in major retailers for an entry. Dockets can be taken to the competition booth near Best & Less or to the Centre Management Office. Shoppers have until 3pm on Christmas Eve to enter and one
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Hip-hop artist Kid Cudi has returned to performing after a short stint in rehab. Cudi reportedly checked himself into a treatment facility after revealing he was suffering from “depression and suicidal urges” in October. Cudi returned to the stage for the first time at ComplexCon in Long Beach, California and had some words of advice for the crowd. “Listen, I miss every single one of you, I love every single one of you,” he said. “I know life is crazy.. but we can make it through. His performance was welcomed by his fans and featured special guests including Pharrell Williams.
preparation for the Victoria Secret fashion show held in Paris last month. The 27 year old told E news that she has invested her time working out and eating healthily before walking the catwalk. “I’m in serious training mode,” Hunt said. “I’ve been training every day like crazy. My body is so sore. “Lots of weight training, squats, a little bit of cardio, but mostly just adding more weights into my workouts. And working out with friends to make it fun. That’s always so important.” Things are a bit tense at Buckingham Palace these days, with the Royals in the tabloids again. Prince Harry has lashed out at media, saying ‘a line has been crossed’ after the constant harassment he and new girlfriend Meghan Markle have received. Kensington Palace sources said Harry feared for the safety of Markle and her family after they were “subjected to a wave of abuse”. Kensington Palace also complained of “a smear on the front page” of a British newspaper about Markle. Markle’s lawyers are engaged in a legal battle with media to prevent defamatory stories about the couple.
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Deck the house, with Furniture Court Don’t wait until the craziness of the Boxing Day sales... enjoy the December specials now, so you can enjoy your new bedding and furniture before Christmas! Looking to make some home improvements before the silly season without the hefty price tag? Luckily for you, Furniture Court Ipswich are having their massive sales BEFORE the Boxing Day sales! These December-wide deals mean you don’t have to fight the crowds on Boxing Day. You can enjoy your new bedding or furniture with the family at Christmas. With three stores under the one roof – Furniture Court, the La-Z Boy Gallery and Beds R Us – the friendly staff take pride in supplying their customers with quality furniture and bedding at sale prices. Customers return time and time again because they get helpful, friendly advice, making the decision making process relatively simple. If it’s the bedroom that is in dire need of updating, look no
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Australian brands, customers are guaranteed to find a luxurious product at a bargain basement price. Owner and Manager, David Holdorf, is branching out with
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from everyone at Furniture Court and Beds R Us
a new store. The successful opening of their new store in Beaudesert in conjunction with their Boonah and Ipswich stores means there is a large range of premium furniture and bedding stock to choose from, all ready for pre-Christmas delivery! Furniture Court are open seven days a week and with easy delivery options and old furniture removal, so what are you waiting for? Visit David and the team to nab yourself a pre-Christmas bargain at 30 South St, Ipswich QLD 4305, or call 3281 2977 for more information. Alternatively, call in to the Boonah store at 34 Yeates Ave, Boonah, or the new Beaudesert store at 72 Brisbane Street, Beaudesert. Left: David Holdorf and his friendly Ipswich Furniture Court team can help you with the best deals.
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FASHION with Aislinn Dwyer
90s SWIMWEAR SPLASHBACK As the temperature rises, so does the resurgence of ‘nineties’ inspired swimwear. Steal these looks straight from the catwalk to get your poolside style on! The 90’s were the glory days of swimwear; think one pieces with a high cut leg, sporty style bikinis and bold prints. With plenty of styles to choose from, everyone can embrace these retro vibes this summer. Left to Right: 1: Make a splash in this multicoloured striped lycra bikini from Zimmermann. The halter neckline with a wrap around criss-cross back and spaghetti straps is giving us serious 90’s nostalgia in the best way possible. 2: Gone are the days where one-piece swimsuits are a boring alternative. This low cut back swimsuit with a mid rise leg from Sahara Ray is still just as fun as a bikini. 3: The high-cut leg in this bikini from Sahara Ray allows you to channel your inner Californian lifeguard, just in time for the Baywatch revamp in 2017.
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Food Truck fun in Ipswich City Square Enjoy the sights, smells and flavours of local and international cuisine whilst being entertained with an array of talented performers on the last Saturday of every month. Ipswich City Square is excited to host the biggest monthly party in the city, as more than 40 food trucks roll into the CBD mall on the last Saturday of every month. From 4pm, visitors are treated to the sights and flavours of cuisine from as far afield as Turkey, the US, Japan, Denmark, Italy and beyond. With a whole swag of cool new seating options like cool cable spools and repurposed
milk crates, visitors can stock up on delicious food and then chill out by the rotunda stage for the monthly entertainment lineup. With previous appearances by the Mayor to local Olympians, dancers, singers and even the cast of hit musical Wicked, each month offers something new and different. Want to find out more? Hit the facebook page at www.facebook. com/ipswichcitysquare. The
Ipswich CBD Food Fair in the Square is rolling out a special New Year’s Eve party night on December 31. Join us for a live countdown, music and more from 4pm on New Years Eve. And don’t forget, parking and wifi are both free, so bring the family and kick back at the Ipswich CBD Food Fair in the Square. Images from a fun-filled Ipswich CBD Food Fair earlier this year.
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In our PhotoScene segments, we focus on local Ipswich photographers, promoting their work and the images of our city. Each month we will bring you the best of their special images.
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Nick Steele, nature and landscape photographer This month, we feature in PhotoScene the work of Ipswich photographer, Nick Steele. His entry (above) was taken in Mt Walker at sunset. The 30-year-old keen photographer has always enjoyed taking pictures since he was a teenager, but fully delved into the world of photography around four years ago. Nick’s main photographic interests are in nature and landscapes, with his portfolio extending from images local to Ipswich, to surrounding areas of South East Queensland. Nick’s passion for photography has him often driving to country locations to take the perfect shot. “If I can’t get out and shoot at least once a week, I get withdrawals”, laughed Nick. “I love going for drives out into the country and taking nature, landscape or wildlife pictures. “You really can’t beat going for a drive west of Ipswich, enjoying and capturing the country landscape in and around the Scenic Rim.”
For the majority of his photography, Nick uses a Sony Alpha A600 Mirrorless Camera, playing with different lenses and filters. He has recently found an interest in astrophotography and Milky Way style shots but says, “landscapes will always be the backbone of his work”. A lot more of Nick’s photography is on his Instagram page at www. instagram.com/nicksteelephoto/
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Exhibition of work by Ipswich artist Deborah Firth is living proof that beautiful things can come from times of adversity. The local Ipswich artist has had her share of life’s challenges but has bounced back using art as therapy, and has opened her own exhibition in Ipswich. Dealing with health, substance abuse and marital problems, she quit drawing, believing she could no longer be an artist. Moving back to Brisbane to be with family, she picked up drawing
Deborah is holding her debut art exhibition, she calls “Life in Colour”, at Studio 7 Ipswich. The collection of paintings ranges from ones painted recently back to works created as far back as 1994. Deborah has been drawing as long as she can remember. She was accepted into a Bachelor of Fine Arts at the University of Queensland but instead decided to travel Australia via motorbike – and as a lone rider. Running out of money, she settled in Adelaide and did a nursing exam which she passed, leading her to become a Registered Nurse. The death of a close girlfriend caused Deborah to end her nursing career and, in turn, led her on a wayward path.
again and portrayed herself naked and holding a glass of wine in front of a fireplace. At several points in her life where she felt “angry at the world’, Firth would temporarily quit her art.
However, through extensive travel and self-discovery she has learnt that she can use her art as therapy, portraying her emotions through her work. This, she says, is particularly helpful in managing the emotional side of her current job, as a palliative nurse working to ease the challenges of others. Deborah creates her art for everyone in her life, and hopes her creative works bring comfort to those who see it, as if does for her. “They bring me a lot of peace, and I know they might do the same for someone else,” she said. Deborah’s exhibition is on show now at Studio 7 on the BCC cinema level in the Ipswich Mall. Photo: Deborah Firth with two of her paintings.
Time for summertime garden attention Whether you’re in need of new tools for some summertime gardening or a present for the keen gardener in your life, Ipswich Mower & Saw Service boasts a vast range of bargains this December. The Stihl BG56 Blower (pictured) is now only $269 and has an excellent power-to-weight ratio, allowing you to clear leaves and grass cuttings from any surface with ease. Additionally, the FS38
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Grass Trimmer (also pictured) is now down to $179 and is one of the lightest grass trimmers in the Stihl range, yet is still a powerful and durable grass trimmer for domestic trimming and lawn edging. Ipswich Mower and Saw Service accommodates for any budget, offering 12 months interest free on Stihl products (minimum $500 spend) 1000 day interest free (with no deposit!) on the Toro Zero Turn
mower. You can visit the Ipswich Mower and Saw Service website for even more specials at www.ipswichmowers.com.au, or pop in to the store at 466 Warwick Road, Yamanto.
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Start your own small organic vegetable garden continuous source of nitrogen and other nutrients that plants need to grow.
Growing your own vegetables is fun and it’s rewarding. All you really need to get started is some decent soil and a few plants, but to be a really successful organic vegetable gardener you’ll need to understand what it takes to keep your plants healthy and vigorous. “Feed the soil” is a mantra for organic gardeners, but in chemically based agriculture, crop plants are ‘fed’ directly using synthetic fertilizers. When taken to extremes this chemical force-feeding can gradually impoverish the soil. As a result, a rich entity teeming with microorganisms, insects and other life forms can become an inert growing medium that exists mainly to anchor the plants’ roots, with little or no nutrition reaching the roots. The most useful substance for building and maintaining a healthy, well-balanced soil is organic matter. You can add organic matter by way of compost, shredded leaves, animal manures or cover crops. This improves the fertility, the structure and the tilth of the soils., providing a
Make Efficient Use of Space The location of your garden (the amount of sunlight it receives, proximity to a source of water, and protection from frost and wind) is important. Yet just as crucial for growing vegetables is making the most of your garden space. Vegetable gardens that make efficient use of growing space are much easier to care for, whether you’re talking about a few containers on the patio or a 20-by-30 metre plot in the backyard. Raised beds are a good choice for beginners because they make the garden more manageable.
Get Rid of Rows The first way to maximise space in the garden is to convert from traditional row planting to onemetre-wide raised beds. Switching to raised beds or open beds means you may actually be able to
Time to service outdoor tools Mowers and other outdoor equipment need to be serviced every 12 months to keep them in top condition. Servicings and repairs at Griffiths Mowers, Booval are comprehensive and cost effective, and are carried out by qualified mechanics at their Booval workshop. A typical service includes spark plug tests, air filter replacement, carburettor clean, throttle check, blade sharpening and replacement where necessary, an oil change, fuel filter and lines change, plus an inspection to ensure all components are in optimum working order. Griffiths Mowers stock a full range of spare parts, and customer service is always a priority. All work includes a pre-consultation, plus all work is detailed at the time of completion. There’s also a pick up and collect
service for ride on mowers and other equipment for a small fee. Brassall Mowers are now closed, with all staff and stock now at Griffiths Mowers. Phone 3281 2311 or visit them online at www. griffithsmowers.com.au.
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downsize the garden. By freeing up existing space, you can plant green-manure crops on the part of the garden that is not currently raising vegetables and/or rotate growing areas more easily from year to year. Or, you might find that you now have room for planting new crops: rhubarb, asparagus, berries, or flowers for cutting, in the newly available space.
in different years. With some vegetables, such as tomatoes or melons, you may also have to tie the plants gently to the support. Keep Crops Moving Crop rotation means planting the same crop in the same place only once every three years. This policy ensures that the same garden vegetables will not deplete the same nutrients year after year. It can also help foil any insect pests or disease pathogens that might be lurking in the soil after the crop is harvested. Continuous Harvest Planting crops in succession is another way to maximise growing area. Plant something new almost every week of the season, from the first cold-hardy greens and peas in late winter or early spring, to heatloving plants such as tomatoes, and peppers once the weather is settled. Succession planting means your harvest season lasts longer.
Grow Up, Not Out Trellising or a wall garden are both great ways to use the limitied space in your garden but you will still need to lend physical support to some of the vegetables, such as climbing varieties of peas and beans. Other vegetables that are commonly trellised include vining crops, such as cucumbers and tomatoes. The fence surrounding your garden may well do double-duty as a trellis, so long as the crops grown on the fence can be rotated
GIve It a Go Remember, starting a vegetable garden is simple: start with good soil, use plenty of organic matter, and rotate your crops every couple of years.
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NORTH TIVOLI – RENOVATION DESTINATION North Tivoli, close to the Warrego Highway has a great range of outlets, particularly for home and garden renovators and the keen DIY’ers For those carrying out renovations this summer, the destination on Mt Crosby Road is the place to visit. If it’s tiles you’re after, visit Ivan and the team at the Ipswich Tile Shed. With a showroom full of gorgeous tiles and bathroom accessories, you are bound to find something to update your bathroom’s look. Is it time to spruce up the garden? If so, the North Tivoli Nursery is the place to go. Family owned and operated, they stock a vast range of plants, pots, garden accessories and
giftwares. They also have a large range of handmade accessories. Family owned and operated for 25 Years, Sapar Landscaping Supplies Pty Ltd stock a full range of quality barks, chips, mulches, sands, soils, gravels & general landscaping supplies. The experts at Sapar can help you save your garden and save money on maintenance and restoration. Visit their website at www.sapar. com.au for a full range of products and current price list.
North Tivoli Nursery celebrates 1st Birthday The team at North Tivoli Nursery are celebrating their first birthday! For owner Julie Range, gardening has been a life long passion and opening her own nursery has always been a goal of hers. “Gardening has always been important to my family and I, and opening my own nursery is something I have always wanted to do,” Julie said. “It’s nice to help and educate people about plants, especially the young ones – they come in very keen and excited, but often need a little bit of help and guidance. “There’s always something new to learn about gardening and plants and that’s what excites me.” Julie credits the success of the nursery to the continuous support from her family and the Ipswich and surrounding communities. “I would like to thank the
people of Ipswich for supporting North Tivoli Nursery for the past twelve months.” “Without the hard work of my husband Mark and the support of my sister Dawn and brotherin-law Bob, the nursery would not of been possible.” The North Tivoli Nursery not only offers a large variety of plants, but indoor and outdoor homewares, gifts, Christmas decorations and more! Visit Julie and the team at 222224 Mt Crosby Road, North Tivoli or search ‘North Tivoli Nursery’ on Facebook for upcoming birthday specials.
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Since opening in December last year, the LONEHSTAR Ribhouse restaurant has brought the flavours of Texas to the heart of Orion Springfield Central, delighting the tastebuds of customers from Springfield, Ipswich and beyond. Franchise owner Dearne Aslander believes the restaurant’s service quality and Texan-style hospitality ensures guaranteed repeat business. “We’re one of the few full-service restaurants in the Springfield region,” Dearne said. “Where else in Springfield can you sit down, relax and let the waiters take care of it all? “Our service quality is a real stand-out and our friendly wait staff often receive compliments from our customers.” While the Ribhouse is, of course, famous for their slow cooked ribs, the restaurant caters to everyone – with milder options to ‘hot as hell’ flavours, Ol’ Dave’s famous burgers, mouthwatering steaks, schnitzels, onion rings.. you name it, and they probably have it. Remember to save some room after dinner though, because their dessert range is equally impressive . Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, birthday, graduation or simply after a filling and delicious meal, LONEHSTAR Ribhouse Springfield is the place to go. Visit Dearne and her friendly team at 1 Main Street, Springfield or call 07 3470 5108 to make a reservation.
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Unwrap relaxation and pampering this Christmas Where can you gift someone the opportunity to be pampered in a luxurious spa environment in the heart of Ipswich? Urban Day Spa, that’s where. The team of highly qualified therapists are passionate about their customers’ health, and creating results in a holistic and relaxing spa environment. Purchasing a gift voucher with them ensures your loved ones will receive the utmost care and attention this Christmas. Wanting a little bit of spoiling too? Purchase a gift voucher package for two where you can also be indulged. Choosing from treatments such as a scrub, body wrap, aroma hot stone massage, facial, foot treatment and more allows you to share a memorable and special day. With Urban Day Spa’s customisable options and packages to suit anyone and any budget, you are bound to be their favourite person this Christmas when you gift them an unforgettable experience. Along with the luxurious spa
treatments, there’s also an amazing gift shop on site, with presents starting from just $5. With gift ideas ranging from their signature Urban soaps and lavish skincare products to makeup and other beauty treats, the team are bound to help you choose the perfect gift for your loved ones this festive season. Owner Esther Trapp and her team have a goal: to provide a space where customers can walk in the front door and leave the stresses of their world behind. That goal is now an everyday reality for their clientele. With onsite parking, there are no stresses on how to get there or where to park; simply drive on in and wait for your pampering experience. Make someone’s Christmas (or your own!) by visiting their website at www.urbandayspa.net to browse their array of gift vouchers and luxurious services, or visit them at 17 Brisbane Road, Newtown. Above: Therapist Meg Harper with Urban Day Spa owner, Esther Trapp, showing Christmas gift ideas.
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‘Fingerstyle’ Revolution comes to Studio 188 Queensland guitarist, Van Larkins is set to wow Ipswich audiences at Studio 188 at the ‘Top of Town’ location. Pairing up with Italian virtuoso, Andrea Valeri, Larkins will showcase ground-breaking techniques and a depth of composition unheard of on Friday, 16 December. Van Larkins is celebrating the Fingerstyle Concert Series with the release of ‘Outback Storm’, an iconically Antipodean song from his forthcoming album, Cinder Moon. “I wanted to create something uniquely Australian, so I imagined a tropical storm emerging over the red plains of Australia...wild and unforgiving,” Larkins said. Surprising to most, Van Larkins doesn’t sing, he doesn’t play drums, and there’s no loop pedal. Instead, he defies the eye when playing his energetic melodies, harmonies, percussion and bass with just a humble acoustic guitar. After all, why use all of that when he can make the one musical instrument do it all?
Transforming what we traditionally consider a classical guitar style with musical influences like electronic, psych trance and 70’s funk, it’s no surprise that Larkins is spearheading this musical revolution. “I experiment and use every possible part of my acoustic guitar to make music. It could be bending the neck to make that ‘wah wah’ sound or pushing my elbow on the back to create delay, while wiggling the capo for a whammy clav effect,” Larkins said. “It’s just so much fun to see what I can do next.” Meanwhile, on the other side of the globe, a 25 year old guitar prodigy, Valeri, is very much the talk of the guitar world with his ever-evolving, experimental fingerstyle guitar, making this duo a match made in musical heaven, and a must-see this December at Studio 188. Listen to Larkins’ music at vanlarkins.com/music, and book tickets for his and Valeri’s Studio 188 performance at psmusicgroup. oztix.com.au.
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Kickstart a career in health and wellness Want to embark on a new career path that makes a difference in people’s lives? Sue Hamilton, owner of Bowen Therapy at Karana Downs is taking enrolments for government accredited courses in Bowen Therapy. “A Certificate IV in Bowen Therapy allows a wonderful opportunity to work holistically on your own clients,” Sue said. Students receive a comprehensive, hands-on style of trainig once a month over seven months, allowing busy parents and full-time workers a chance to undertake modules at a pace suitable for a busy schedule. Sue not only teaches her students the mind and body therapy aspect, but educates students on how to set up their own business. “With 35 years experience, I am happy to share information and tips with my students,” Sue said.
“We need more Bowen Therapists in Australia.” Classes are held in a relaxing and natural environment at Kenmore, only twelve kilometres from Brisbane CBD and Ipswich. With no large upfront payments, open book exams, a learning culture suitable for mature aged students and an informative, fun approach to learning, this could be the change you need for 2017! Call Sue on 3201 1959 or visit www.bowen-therapy.net.au for further information.
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ENTERTAINMENT
MELBOURNE CUP AT THE IPSWICH CIVIC CENTRE
Partygoers at the inaugural Ipswich Civic Centre Melbourne Cup Luncheon premier event were very impressed with the combined lunch, entertainment and fashion parade package. With sparkling wine on arrival, guests were treated to laughs by comical master of ceremonies, Lindsay Webb, and were delighted by a show-stopping performance
by Brisbane tap-dancers ‘Raw Metal’. Additionally, an exclusive fashion parade presented by Pam Tamblyn of Tamblyn Models showcased designs from Ipswich’s leading retailers. Ipswich’s finest fashionistas were also on display in the ‘fashions on the field’ competition, with Danielle Shaw taking out first prize as best dressed. The 3-course menu and beverage package in combination with world-class entertainment were the perfect accompaniments to the race that stops the nation. Those who attended this first Melbourne Cup event already have it ‘pencilled in’ for the first Tuesday in November 2017. Photos clockwise from top: 1: Tamblyn Models on the catwalk, showcasing designs from Ipswich retailers such as Cherry K Boutique, Jade by Design, Obsession Shoes and Hills in Hollywood. 2: Jo Geddes and Kristie Lockhart. 3: Sandy Rockett and Donna Davis. 4: Karina Antoniolli and Cr Kylie Stoneman. 5: Chris and Katrina Hall. 6: Shirley Slater, Colin Smith, Col Hall and Gordon & Julie Zinn. 7: Fashions on the Field winners 8-9: Tamblyn Models take their final walk down the catwalk.
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Win a double pass and prize pack Ballerina
IN CINEMAS 12 JANUARY, CODE WORD: TUTU Ballerina is a 3D computer-animated musical fantasy adventure film co-directed by Eric Summer and Éric Warin. The screenplay is written by Summer, Carol Noble and Laurent Zeitoun. The film stars the voices of Elle Fanning, Dane DeHaan, Maddie Ziegler, and Carly Rae Jepsen. Set in 1879, Félicie, a poor orphan girl who dreams of becoming a ballerina, but lacks any formal training, leaves rural Brittany and goes to Paris, where she assumes the identity of a spoiled girl and becomes a dance student at the Paris Opera. She finds her training, and making friends at the ballet school among her ruthless fellow-students, to be very difficult. The mysterious caretaker at the Paris Opera, Odette, and a young inventor, Victor, help her to face the challenges. She follows her passion and works hard to turn her dreams into reality. (Studio Canal)
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Global beer time at Tap’d The beauty of beer is that it spans the entire globe, encompassing a multitude of countries and cultures. The guys at Tap’d at the Prince Alfred Hotel are trying to bring a taste of this global beer diversity to Ipswich. Recently tapped at Tap’d is the signature beer from the team at Barecelona Beer Co in Spain. Barcelona Beer is an American-style Pale Ale or APA for short. Like a sunny day in Spain’s most artistic city, this APA is indelibly sweet on the nose, crammed with hopheaded notes of toffee and peach that mellow out on the palate. This brew is balanced and drinkable whatever the weather may be! Another great international beer to be tapped at Tap’d is Tuatara Conehead Green-Hopped IPA from Tuatara Brewing in New Zealand. You can definitely taste the freshness and the hoppy aroma, which lasts and lasts. It’s not overly hopped so it’s pleasant to drink. It pours a golden/amber colour and hits you immediately with tropical
fruits, I got a nice hit of mango and passionfruit, and it’s well balanced with crystal and light crystal malts, a truly beautiful IPA. Last, but definitely not least, in the latest international additions to Tap’d’s extensive tap list is Tiny Rebel’s Cwtch Welsh Red Ale. Cwtch (which rhymes with Butch) was recently voted Champion Beer of Britain, beating 1000s of other beers. This beer is an untraditional Welsh red ale - a perfect blend of six caramelly malts and three citrussy American hops. It isn’t your average bitter - the hops do more to this deep amber coloured beer than just provide bite. Any old hop can do that! Tiny Rebel have selected some of the most aromatic and tangy hops to give this red ale a fresh hit that complements the caramel flavours of the malts that gives this beer its colour. All three beers are pouring right now at Tap’d. Keep an eye out for more fantastic beer choices. Cheers, Tim
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Confit al Canard Duck DUCK CONFIT IN CUMBERLAND SAUCE
Duck Ingredients: • Duck Maryland x 4 • Rock salt x 2 tablespoons Duck Method: 1) Cure the duck by rubbing rock salt thoroughly, refrigerate overnight 2) Wash until no trace of salt 3) Cover with duck fat 4) Cook for 1 hour and 10 mins at 180 degrees C in the oven 5) Cool the duck Cumberland Sauce Ingredients: • Red current jelly – 200 g • Orange juice – 250 mL • Lime x 1 and Lemon x 1 • Garlic pods x 2 - crushed • Brandy 15 mL • Salt & Pepper • Cornflour x 1 tablespoon Note** Juice lime and lemon Cumberland Sauce Method: 1) Heat pan, add brandy and
garlic (The brandy will flambé) 2) Once brandy has flambéed, add red current jelly, orange juice, lime juice, lemon juice 3) Reduce the mixture whilst stirring it continuously 4) Season with salt and pepper 5) Dilute the cornflour with 1 teaspoon of water 6) Add into the boiling mixture 7) Stir the mixture until it has reduced by a half Serving: • Take the cooled duck and microwave for 2 mins • Put into a non-stick tray in the oven for 6 mins at 190 degrees C • Once completed, arrange the duck on a plate with vegetables of your choice • Glaze with the sauce (Serves 2) Bon appetit.
Model, television host, and all-round #girlboss Bec Judd continues to shine as a style icon in the Australian fashion landscape. The former speech pathologist manages to look flawless just two months after delivering identical twin boys, often showcasing her on-trend styling on her Instagram and blog. The 33 year old fashionista was first thrust into the spotlight with her controversial outfit choice to the 2004 Brownlow Medal Awards – a deep red, slashed-to-the-navel and up-to-the-thigh frock. Undergoing a truly remarkable fashion evolution. Judd’s success has silenced fashion and media critics alike. Nowadays, the wife of ex-footballer Chris Judd maintains perfectly tousled hair and a primped makeup look, to match her modish designer wardrobe. Top: Judd opts for a more casual look with a lacy white jumpsuit, gold leaf headband and lace-up cream wedges.
Left: An orange sixties inspired Alex Perry dress with a bejewelled headpiece proves to be a winning combination for Spring Racing.
Right: Channelling her inner Elsa from Frozen, Judd wow’ed at the 2016 Logies in this baby blue princess dress.
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Defence unites against domestic violence Defence Force units nationally are united in their resolve to take an antidomestic-violence stance and demonstrate that violence against women is not acceptable human behaviour, and needs to be stopped. As part of a defensive measures campaign on White Ribbon Day (November 25), females of Combat Support Group, which has its headquarters at RAAF Base Amberley, took part in a self defence workshop where they learnt the techniques of Krav Maga, a self defence system originating from the Israeli Defence Force. While Krav Maga encourages all students, not just females, to avoid confrontation, sometimes this is not possible. These women were taught specialised Krav Maga techniques that will give them confidence and empower them if they encounter situations where they are threatened in their domestic life, on exercise or deployed - and don't have any other recourse than to defend themselves against attack. While 'White Ribbon' is a male lead organisation against violence towards women, the HQCSG White
Ribbon Committee is made up of male and female members. They organised this event under the auspices of White Ribbon, with the clear aim of reducing and eventually ending all domestic violence. The Committee will be working on the development
of similar workshops open to all genders in the future. The Krav Maga workshop was part of a Defence-wide program nationally across all Services and the Department of Defence to show support for anti-domestic violence measures.
Left: Flight Lieutenant Stephanie Anderson (left) practise techniques she was taught during her self defence workshop. Above: Women from Headquarters Combat Support Group practise Krav Maga techniques. (Defence Photos)
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LAST FLIGHT OF NO 6 SQUADRON SUPER HORNETS Six F/A-18F Super Hornets and their crews from one of the Air Force’s top fighter squadrons have made their final flight together, as the squadron begins transition to the EA-18G ‘Growler’ Airborne Electronic Warfare aircraft. So, for a short time at least, the famous ‘Boomerang’ tail flash of 6 Squadron will not be seen on Super Hornets in the skies over Ipswich. The squadron is now training in the United States to fly the ‘Growler’ and will begin ferrying them home to Amberley early 2017. Their Super Hornets will transfer to 1 Squadron at Amberley as part of the Air Force’s transition plan. The farewell flight took the six Super Hornet jets south from Amberley towards the Evans Head weapons range, before flying at low level along the coast in the vicinity of Coolangatta, Brisbane and the
Sunshine Coast to Double Island, before returning to Amberley in formation and performing the famous ‘Initial and Pitch’ fighter approach, before landing. Pilots and Air Combat Officers from Amberley are already learning to operate the Growler Electronic Warfare (EW) jets with the US Navy, at Whidbey Island in Washington State and some of the first crews to graduate are now working as instructors at the base. The RAAF is buying twelve Growlers, which are highly modified Super Hornet airframes, and when they are in full operational service
Top: A F/A-18F Super Hornet of No 6 Squadron soon to tranfer to No 1 Squadron. Above: Australian pilot FLTLT Todd Woodford launches an AGM-88 HARM missile from an EA-18G during a live fire exercise off the coast of Pt Mugu, California. (US Navy)
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early next decade, Australia will have the only tactical Airborne Electronic Attack Capability in the world outside the US. In RAAF service it will work with other Australian Defence Force assets, such as the Navy’s new Air Warfare Destroyers and Army’s combat units to identify, jam and if necessary, destroy enemy radar and communications systems. It is said that they are able to jam mobile telephone signals,
to prevent remote detonation of Improvised Explosive Devices, such as those used by the Taliban in Afghanistan and Daesh in Iraq and Syria. “Our team in the United States is ever expanding with multiple aircrew and maintenance technicians now training with the US Navy,” said Air Commodore Mike Kitcher, Director General of Capability Planning at Air Force Headquarters in Canberra.
All 12 Growlers and squadron personnel will be at Amberley by mid-2017 ready for operational development workup. “We are on track to declare an Initial Operational Capability (IOC) as planned in mid 2018,” said Air Commodore Kitcher. No 6 Squadron was formed in the United Kingdom during World War I and later served with distinction as a bomber squadron in New Guinea during World War II, flying Lockheed Hudsons. Post-war, 6 Squadron re-equipped with the Avro Lincoln heavy bomber at Amberley and has been based in south-east Queensland ever since. The squadron entered the jet age with the introduction of the Australian-built Canberra bomber and has subsequently flown the McDonnell F-4E Phantom and the
F-111C, before converting to the Super Hornet in 2011. Clockwise from top: Aircrews walk for their final flight in the Super Hornet at RAAF Amberley. Commanding Officer of No 6 Squadron Wing Commander Hinton Taylor (right) with ‘A’ Flight Commander. A Super Hornet lands at RAAF Amberley for the last time in 6 Squadron livery. Traditional fire hose salute for a Super Hornet returning from flight. (Defence Photos)
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