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THEY CAME FROM NEAR AND FAR

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“Mostly Ariels” Rally organisers Kaye and John Hammond have told me that they are absolutely thrilled with the numbers who attended the weekend event which was held here at the beginning of the month.

Out of a total of fifty bikes that participated, there were twenty four Ariels, more than

All photos supplied by Deb Neill Photography double the amount that have turned out for the one day rallies that have been held over the past few years.

Although the rally was officially programmed for the Saturday and Sunday, some enthusiasts arrived on Friday in time for a leisurely ride over to Beachmere

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where they enjoyed a refreshing beverage at the Tavern before returning to the island. ‘Friday was really warm and the cold beer that we had at Beachmere was delicious,’ John said.

As well as some from the local area, there were riders from Mackay and Gladstone, the Gold and Sunshine Coasts along with others who came from Evans Head and also Toowoomba and the high attendances can only be due to the meticulous planning by Kaye and John. As is normally the case when we host an event that attracts visitors to the island, this rally can certainly be regarded as having provided a welcome boost to the local economy.

Whilst the riders were preparing to depart on the rides, many locals took time out to inspect the lovingly restored and maintained machines which of course are the pride and joy of their owners. John and Kaye have said that although there has

There was lots of chrome to polish for the event been no decision as to when or where, because of the popularity of the Bribie Island “Mostly Ariels” Rally, there will definitely be another weekend event next year.

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The side car was a hit with all.

John Hammond kicks Kayes 1949 Ariel into life

Ariel History on display at Woorim

Enthusiasts from all over Qld were drawn to the Rally.

Brenda, John and Kaye Hammond. Organisers of the Ariel Rally

Everyone was thrilled to see the old Motorbikes

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By Barry Clark Bribie Island Historical Society

BRIBIE DOCTORS HISTORICAL BUILDING

in 1924 by the newly established Methodist Church on Bribie Island and floated over to Bribie Island and located in Banya Street.

The oldest house on Bribie Island is also in Banya Street, almost opposite the Masonic Hall, and is the still grand “Coungeau House” now owned by the Toc-H organisation.

Originally built in 1915

by Norman and Emily Coungeau as their retirement home on Bribie Island. They had run a popular restaurant in Brisbane for over 30 years and its success enabled them to become significant patrons of the Arts and charitable causes.

Dr.Raahul Vaid There are still a few buildings around Bongaree that date back to the earliest settlement on the island.

The oldest remaining structure on Bribie is the blue painted Masonic

Hall at No 25 Banya Street, although it was not originally built there.

Like many buildings back in the late 1800’s it served many purposes and was relocated several times over the years. It started life

as a one-teacher school in Deception Bay in 1892 and was relocated to Narangba in 1910 when the number and location of school age children changed.

When no longer required as a school it was purchased

In 1936 they gifted their home to the Church of England as a retreat for Clergy and their families.

During World War 2 the house was used as the military base and HQ for high ranking American and Australian Officers.

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Shop Local, Spend Local, Support Our Local Economy It was originally the home for the first State School headmaster from 1924, and in 1947 became Hostel accommodation for the Bribie Island Bowls Club.

The ground level hall is now used by many community groups, and in 2015 the building celebrated its Centenary, together with the Centenary of the Toc-H charitable organisation, which commenced in a small Belgium town near Ypres in December 1915 during the First World War.

The story of the building is summarised in a few words and pictures on the opposite page, which I recently framed and presented to Dr Raahul Vaid to be displayed on the wall of the Bribie Doctors practice.

There are other significant old buildings in Banya Street including the original Church of England Hall built in 1928.

If you have information or questions about old buildings on Bribie please contact the Historical Society on bribiehistoricalsociety@ gmail.com

However, when Bribie Doctors Raahul and Arti Vaid acquired the large wooden building on the corner of Foster Street a few years ago, they did a wonderful restoration job on a building that had served Bribie Island since 1924.

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THIS REMARKABLE BUILDING In 1924 was the first State School headmaster’s house.

From 1947 was Bribie Island Bowls Club Hostel accommodation.

“Inn Bongaree” guesthouse from 2007 now “Bribie Doctors” practice.

Bribie Bowls Club Has Own Hostel Courier Mail, 5 Aug 1947

BRIBIE ISLAND Bowling Club has established its own hostel to provide for visiting bowlers.

The hostel is a huge wooden building, having its own electric light plant, and many other conveniences, and can accommodate about 30 persons.

It is the intention of the club to provide further amenities in the shape of a free library, billiards, chess, and draughts. The hostel is only two, or three minutes walk from the green, which has accommodation for seven rinks. There is no limit on the period visiting bowlers can stay at the hostel, and in addition to bowls, they can swim, surf, and fish.

Recently the club purchased the club property and green from the Brisbane Tug Company.

There is room for another green, and it is the club's intention to put one down inside the next six months, to cater for members and visitors. Present 1947 membership of the club is 160.

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ORGANISERS DELIGHTED

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As an indication of just how much artistic talent that there is among the youth of Bribie Island and the adjoining districts, there were 156 entries received in the inaugural Mathew Flinders Gallery Next Generation Art Prize and organising committee members Lynne Smith, Sarah Cave and Barb Skelton have been absolutely delighted with the quality of the works.

Zoe Diamond-Griffin & her winning entry in Years 11 & 12 section Leaf the Forest Alone

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Entrants in the Next Generation Art Prize were grouped in three divisions relative to their school years and these were years 3-6, years 7-10 and also a combined group of years 11 & 12. Elected as judges for the Art Prize were Leanne Kelly from Moreton Bay Regional Council, respected Buderim artist Terry Bailey and Meg Geer, a Bribie

Island artist and sculptor.

The exhibition featuring the submitted entries was officially opened on September 30th and was on display in the Mathew Flinders Gallery at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre until October 15th. Over 160 family members and friends of the young artists attended the gala opening at which Division One Councillor Brooke Savige, State MP Rick Williams and Member for Longman Susan Lamb presented the awards to the winning artists.

Year eleven student Zoe Diamond-Griffin took out the $500 first prize in her category with a stunning sculpture of a torso covered in fabric vegetation with the title of “Leaf the Forest Alone. Second prize in that

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BY YOUTH ART group went to Lisa Reeves whilst Mikeely Simpson got the nod for third.

had double successes picking up both second and third prizes.

In the years 7-10 category, the judges could not decide between an ink portrait called “Rainy Day” by Evan Gapps and a sculpture by Hayley Parker which had the title of “Mantis.” The two talented artists were declared joint winners in the section. Second prize went to Natalie Opie and ‘Outa My Face” picked up third place for Micah Sison.

A number of other young artists received Highly Commended and Commended awards in the various categories and the details of these can be found on the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre web site https://www. bribieartscentre.com.au along with other information about the centre.

In the youngest section, years 3-6, a colourful tortoise which was painted in Aboriginal dot style and called “Dreamtime Turtle” secured first prize for Dimitri Photellis whilst Tobi Owen

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WHEN THE REASON IS BIGGER THAN THE CHALLENGE

By Neil Wilson

Caboolture pharmacist Billy Tindall is now in the final stages of his ultra-marathon trek from Warragul in Victoria to Woombye on the Sunshine Coast and along the way he has made acquaintance with the locals from the areas that he passed through and even got up close and personal with a Mack truck. He has visited many Woolworths supermarkets (Woolworths are a major sponsor) to say hi to the staff and stock up on supplies.

Billy and for the tremendous work done by the Morcombe Foundation to keep our kids safe.

To donate, go to www. danielmorcombe.com. au/fundraiser/event/ultramarathon-for-daniel or log on to the Facebook page which is “Ultra-Marathon for Daniel” and follow the links.

Billy is undertaking the marathon to attract support for the Morcombe Foundation and to date there have been many donations in acknowledgement of his efforts. As Billy nears the end of the Marathon for Daniel, show your support, both for

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Day 9 Walked 50.1km’s, total 440.2km’s, finished 3.4km’s Sth of Uranquinty camping at rest area in town.

Billy has visited many Woolworths supermarkets along the way (Woolworths are a major sponsor) Above: Woolies Coonabarabran and Narrabri, happy times

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OUTRIGGER CANOEING IS FIRST FOR SPORTS SHOP OWNER

By Neil Wilson

I think that it is a natural reaction when we enter a sports shop to wonder if the owner is actually involved in a sport and, if that is the case, what sport do they participate in. Well, I can reveal that for Peter Brown, the owner of SPORTFIRST in Bellara, outrigger canoeing has become a very enjoyable and rewarding activity.

Peter took up the sport about a year ago and is a member of the Bribie Island Mahalo Outrigger Canoe Club and, along with fellow Mahalo member Rose Innes, has become the first of the club to compete in the state OC 2 races which have been held at various venues along the coast including Noosa,

Peter Brown and Rose Innes Clontarf and the Gold Coast.

With four of the six events in the series completed, Rose and Peter are placed third on the table of competitors so are obviously looking forward to the remaining events and possible win at the end.

“Outrigger canoeing is a sport for all ages and, although you do get a bit

The OC 2 race at Clontarf getting underway sore at first, once you are used to paddling, it does not take it’s toll on the body like some other sports do,’ said Peter. ‘Competing in the OC 2 series has been rewarding for us and getting out on the water before dawn during Winter has been worth the effort,’ he added.

Outrigger canoeing is for all

ages and the members of the Bribie Mahalo Club would like to offer anyone who thinks that it may be right for them the opportunity to try out this sport which seems to be popular with an ever increasing number of locals.

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AUSTRALIAN WOOD DUCK Chenonetta Jubata

where their numbers are actually expanding.

It was a first for me a few weeks ago when I came across a single pair of Australian Wood Ducks with a brood of 14 ducklings at Banksia Beach. I had seen 12 ducklings before but never 14. Sadly a few days later when I returned there were only 12 remaining.

Australian Wood Ducks are endemic to Australia and are very common breeding

Ducklings residents on Bribie Island usually seen somewhere near water. They feed in grassy areas picking at young grass shoots and other vegetation and sometimes eating the odd insect. Having adapted well to European settlement the Wood Duck can be found in parks, gardens and cultivated farmland near water courses and dams

They are handsome birds 44 – 50 cm in length with a goose like appearance and are usually found in solitary pairs. Male and female are different in appearance with the female being less brightly coloured. Males have a dark mane on the back of their heads which is why they are sometimes called Maned Wood Ducks or Maned Geese. Breeding season can be almost any time of year depending on the weather. The mane is a prominent feature on the male birds during this time while they court the female with spreading wings and “burping” calls.

Wood Ducks are monogamous with pairs remaining together throughout the year. Their

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Male Wood Duck nests are built in hollows in trees mostly over water but sometimes over land.

After laying between 8 – 14 white eggs the nests are lined with white fluffy down.

Both parents incubate the eggs for about 28 days.

After hatching the ducklings leave the nest by jumping up to 10 m into water or land whichever is below the hollow. To soften their fall they extend their web feet and use them as a kind of parachute. Almost immediately the babies begin grazing in the grass.

They will also feed in shallow water at the edge of waterways. They begin flying at around 57 days. Young

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Wood Ducks then leave their parents and usually begin breeding at about 12 months if conditions are favourable.

When threatened both parents pretend to be hurt flap along the ground while the babies spread out and

Note Mane on back of head remain perfectly still hoping the predator will go away.

Sometimes Wood Ducks move to other areas but they mostly stay close to the same water hole for their entire lives spending most of their time on land.

Many people love to feed wild birds and it is important that they are fed the right food. Ducks love bread, chips, cakes, cooked and processed food and like us enjoy many foods that are not good for them.

These foods over time can make them very sick. It is best to feed them what they normally eat. Lettuce, spinach, shredded carrots, wheat, grain, brown rice lentils and small seeds are

Female with Ducklings foods which will do them no harm. Food should always be broken down to bite sized pieces to prevent choking.

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A HIGHWAY FOR HER ENEMIES

By Neil Wilson

In the very early years of the Twentieth Century, there were many who voiced strong criticism about the situation in which Australia had a splendidly equipped army but relied on the British Navy to defend the waters that surrounded her and this was summed up by Captain William Rooke Creswell when he made the comment that “Without a navy, instead of being a safe frontier the sea is a highway for her enemies.” Speaking at the Colonial Conference in 1902, Creswell also pointed out

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that with a navy, it surpasses all other frontiers in strength.

A year earlier in 1901, The Sydney Morning Herald had pointed out how ridiculous the situation was that we were unable to even defend a cargo ship in sight of Sydney Heads.

Although Australia had celebrated becoming a new nation in 1901, Britain

was reluctant to hand over the control of Australian seas and continued to control the country’s naval defences due to being nervous of the rising power of Germany. Germany’s colonial empire was creeping closer to Australia and by the beginning of the century, Germany had established trading posts and colonies In New Guinea and Nauru. As the result of lobbying from people such as Captain Creswell as well as newspaper articles and overwhelming public opinion, the Australian Navy was formed in 1911.

Creswell later became known as the father of the Australian Navy.

Orders were placed for ships of various categories and, in 1913, the new Australian fleet sailed into Sydney Harbour. By the outbreak of war in 1914, The RAN was a small but very formidable fleet with 3,800 permanent personnel and the mainstays of the fleet were the Battlecruiser Australia, the light cruisers Sydney and Melbourne along with three destroyers and the submarines, AE1 and AE2.

Interestingly, during the construction of the Australia, First Lord of the Admiralty Winston Churchill attempted

to arrange for the warship to remain in British waters on completion but his efforts were successfully resisted

by Admiral George KingHall who was at that time the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Navy Australian Squadron. When she was launched, the Australia’s standard ship’s company was 820 of which over half were Royal Navy personnel and the rest were Australian born Royal Australian Navy sailors. During wartime, Australia only fired her guns in anger twice, once at a German merchant vessel in January 1915 and again at a suspected submarine contact in December 1917. After Australia had been placed in reserve in 1921, the disarmament provisions of the Washington Naval Treaty required her destruction as part of the British Empire commitment and she was scuttled off Sydney Heads in 1924.

Sadly, the first of the initial two submarines in the Australian fleet, AE1, under the command of Lieutenant Commander Thomas Besant, was lost along with all hands off Rabaul on September 14th, 1914 and the wreckage was never located.

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William Rooke Creswell, The father of the Australian Navy written and most Australians recognise the contribution made by soldiers of the Australian Army during World War 1, the involvement of Australian ships and the men who sailed in them is not so well known but every bit as captivating and, from this month until November 26th, the Seaside Museum in Bongaree is hosting a travelling exhibition by the Australian National Maritime Museum entitled “The War at Sea.” The display features a selection of stories about the men and ships of the Royal Australian Navy and the war that they waged.

More information about this display or other exhibits at the Bribie Island Seaside Museum can be obtained by calling 3408 0007.

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Entertainers of the Island

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PAIGE MONTGOMERY Paige, a student at Bribie Island High School, is a regular performer at the Blue Pacific Hotel’s “Locals Only” afternoons after first taking to the stage at the Woorim venue almost four years ago. She entertains audiences with songs from various genres that have been hits for a wide range of artists including Meghan Trainor, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift and Katy Perry.

As well as her appearances at the Blue Pacific Hotel, Paige often performs in school musicals, the various charity events that are held in the area and, along with good friend and fellow ‘Locals Only” artist Kayleigh Marven, has entertained at the Sandstone Point Carols night.

Paige Montgomery entertaining at the Morayfield Youth Charity Day recently.

As we already know, Bribie Island and the nearby areas are truly blessed with an outstanding amount of entertainers of all ages, shapes and sizes and with an amazing range of talents. With this in mind, a very encouraging sign when talking about our local

entertainers is the number of young artists who are emerging in the local music scene and there is no more relevant example of this than that diminutive pocket rocket with the big voice and infectious personality, Paige Montgomery.

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When I spoke to Paige about her obvious love of music and being able to entertain an audience with her favourite songs, I came to realise that her passion for music has existed for many years. ‘I have been singing ever since I could talk,’ said Paige. ‘The most important part of being able to sing to an audience is to have the necessary courage and be confident in your ability.

Also, having just a few nerves will often help you to do better,’ she explained.

Well known Bribie Island musician and music teacher Keith Haigh is Paige’s mentor and he told me that he sometimes has trouble believing just how versatile this young performer is.

‘This girl takes control of a performance in a professional and mature way that is not often seen in someone so young,’ Keith told me. ‘She more or less explodes onto the stage and has all the confidence in the world,’ he added.

Being witness to performances by young entertainers such as Paige Montgomery leaves one with no doubt that all genres of music are safe for generations to enjoy in the future, both here on the island and throughout the world. Whilst there would be some who have already had the chance to enjoy a performance by Paige Montgomery, I would suggest that anyone who has not had that opportunity but appreciates good music should arrange to be a part of the audience when she entertains.

If anyone would like to enquire about having Paige perform at an event, a call to Keith Haigh on 0419 733 282 will provide all the details.

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MELANIE CLARK Whilst speaking at a function recently, local MP Rick Williams talked about how much this island depends on the volunteers who give freely of their time to assist others in the community and, included in the many who fit into this category is Bribie Island and District Neighbourhood Centre volunteer, Melanie (Mel) Clark.

Most likely to be found at the front desk, Melanie has the ever so important role of first point of contact for those who visit or call the centre to seek assistance with a difficult personal situation. This requires Mel to assess a person’s individual needs and refer them to someone who is able to help them. ‘When someone first approaches us for help, it is important to make them feel comfortable about explaining their problems,’ Mel told me. ‘Very often there are underlying multiple issues behind whatever it is that’s causing the problem so I listen to what they are saying, ask questions and endeavour to link them with one or more of the services that the centre has to offer.

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I try to offer advice and, if necessary I will refer them to a source outside of the centre said Mel. As a long time resident of Bribie Island, having moved here eighteen years ago from the Northern suburbs of Brisbane, Mel has a very good understanding of the issues affecting the local community and, before commencing her role at the Neighbourhood Centre, she was involved in other similar organisations as well as being a member of the SES. She explained to me that as a volunteer at the centre, she finds it a very empowering feeling to see someone walk out the door with a smile after she has played a part in helping them. ‘As well as being able to help those who need it, the other enjoyable feeling that I get from being here is the camaraderie between all the volunteers, Mel said. ‘I think that a part of the reason I love living on Bribie Island is that people here look out for each other and you don’t find that everywhere,’ she added.

When someone seeks help at the Bribie Island and District Neighbourhood Centre, either Mel Clarke or whoever

else is taking on the role of first point of contact has a large range of services to refer them to and these include counselling, financial advice, assistance with Centrelink and other help with life issues. There is also the Oz Harvest programme which operates every Tuesday to provide essential food items to those who are having financial difficulties.

Anyone who would like more information about the services that are available at the Neighbourhood Centre or perhaps would like to enquire about becoming a volunteer can either phone the centre on 3408 8440 or call in to 9

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More and more often these days, people refer to their lifestyle, their business and even the products that they sell as amazing and, to be perfectly frank, it is often the case that what they have used that word to describe is in actual fact no better than the rest. This was the thought that entered my mind when Michelle Davidson, the owner of recently opened Shelbys Take-Away, Bar & Café in the Ningi Plaza on Bribie Island Road told me that the genuine Italian coffee sold there is amazing.

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at Shelbys, I’ll tell you what else I found out when I took the time to talk to Michelle (Shelby to those who know her) about Ningi’s newest business. Having opened the doors just five weeks ago, this business which gives a very clean and fresh impression to anyone who walks through the door has already become a popular venue for members of the local community to indulge in one or more of the tasty selections from the menu and take the time to have a chat to their friends while they are waiting for their order. ‘I want customers to regard this as a meeting place where

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As the result of a recent invitation to join the growing number of keen sailors of the Bribie Island Sailing Club, some new members have already been welcomed by club Commodore, Barry Colson.

Along with the recent acquisition of the two Status 580 day sailing vessels, the club is able to offer crewing and “try out” sailing on every club sailing day to anyone who pays them a visit at Marine Parade in Bellara. Members of the club normally enjoy lunch on the beach in between races.

With one more sailing day and two races to go before the winners are announced at the annual trophy night on November 18th, there is

still time to become involved as crew. The Bribie Island Sailing Club meets fortnightly at Sylvan Beach next to the VMR premises and the next sailing day is on Saturday November 5th.

‘If you turn up by 9am at Marine Parade with appropriate apparel, your lunch and sunblock, we will take you sailing,’ said club Commodore Barry Colson.

‘You can check us out at www.bribieislandsailing club. org.au or call the club on 0490 471930,’ he added.

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they feel welcome,’ Shelby said. ‘It’s all about being for the community by the community,’ she added.

A resident of the area for fourteen years and with extensive experience as a caterer, Shelby exhibits a wonderful community spirit and in the past has worked with local organisations such as Bribie Island Lions, Rotary and the Chamber of Commerce at various events.

She explained that when the opportunity to open Shelbys presented itself, she saw it as an opportunity to provide locals and visitors with a place where they can be assured of good customer service and quality home made food. Shelbys is open from 5am until 9pm on weekdays, 8am to 9pm on Saturday and from 8am until 8pm on Sunday.

As an added bonus to the features that I have already mentioned, Shelbys is a licensed venue and has a selection of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails for

Michelle (Shelby) Davidson looks forward to making patrons feel welcome patrons to enjoy. Oh, I almost forgot, (just kidding) not only is Shelby’s claim about the coffee one hundred percent correct, in my opinion, the appearance, the friendly attitude of the staff, the food and the commitment shown

by Shelby and her husband Scott all qualify as amazing.

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After flying from 10 000 – 12 000 km from Northern Russia and Alaska around 3000 Bar-tailed Godwits have descended upon the Pumicestone Passage close to Bribie Island. They arrived about a week ago during the first week of October and on the 2 m + tides have

been flying to Banksia Beach Roost every day during this time. When the high tides wash over their usual resting and feeding grounds they need to find high places to rest and the roosts at Banksia Beach and Toorbul were built for this purpose.

Yesterday I witnessed the wonderful sight of 3000

birds flying into the roost.

They came in groups until almost the entire shoreline was covered with Godwits.

They seemed to be very unsettled and for no reason that I could see would take off en masse and fly well out into the passage and then fly back again to roost. They did this many times while I was there. While it was a wonderful sight to see it was sad to know that they were not getting their much

needed rest after such a long flight. It is very important that they are able to rest and gain strength and put on weight as during the flight to Australia they have lost much of their body weight.

In a very short time in late March to early April they will be leaving our shores again to make the same journey to their breeding grounds and need to be in good condition before another marathon flight.

Most of the Godwits have now arrived. There are just a few stragglers and juveniles yet to come. By the time this goes to print they should all be back in Australia.

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major cause of them not gaining the necessary weight thus endangering their lives.

If they lack strength they will flounder and die on their long journey to the Arctic in autumn.

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(But Don’t Forget Anders) In some ways I suppose that I’m no different to anyone else in as much as I do enjoy being in an airconditioned room on a hot summer evening but, as a complete reversal, I can’t recall ever meeting anybody who enjoys the summer

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Daniel-fahrenheit temperature scale and not the commonly used Celsius one. That’s quite simply because it was the first.)

Why did we end up with two temperature scales?

Let’s take a look at how it came about.

Until the early part of the eighteenth century, the measurement of temperature was not what could be described as a completely accurate science but this all changed when a glassblower in The Hague who had a strong interest in science became a lecturer in chemistry. As he had experience with making precision instruments such as barometers and altimeters when working as a glassblower, Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit used his skills to invent the Mercuryin-Glass thermometer and consequently, the scale named after him.

His invention became the first practical, accurate thermometer.

Fahrenheit’s studies resulted in him determining his temperature scale by using three fixed

reference points and the first of these was the lowest temperature which was achieved by using a mixture of ice, water and ammonium chloride and waiting for the mixture to reach equilibrium. He then placed a thermometer into the mix and, when the mercury fell to it’s lowest point, he declared this to be zero degrees. The measurement that was regarded as freezing point was accomplished after placing the instrument in still water on which ice was beginning to form and this was assigned as thirty two degrees. The third point of ninety six degrees on his scale was determined by placing the thermometer in the mouth or under the arm and referred to as normal body temperature. As well as being acclaimed as the inventor of this accurate instrument, Fahrenheit was also recognised as the creator of the scale which carried his name.

Due to a later revision of the Fahrenheit scale which set the interval between freezing and boiling water at 180 degrees, the normal

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by Neil Wilson refer to this as the Celsius scale, Anders Celsius originally called it the Centigrade scale which was of course derived from the Latin for “hundred steps” but for years it was simply known as the Swedish scale.

climatic purposes in English speaking countries until it was replaced by a different scale which had been used for a long time in the rest of the world.

Comparison Scales body temperature is now taken as 98.6 degrees on this scale. From this time on until the late 1970’s, the Fahrenheit scale became the main temperature standard for medical, industrial and

Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit died at the age of fifty in 1736 and six years later, Swedish astronomer, physicist and mathematician Anders Celsius proposed a different temperature scale which bears his name. He was the first to perform experiments that aimed at defining an international temperature scale on scientific grounds. He determined the dependence of the boiling point of water which was accurate even by today’s standards and he also gave a rule for the measurement of boiling

Anders Celsius point if the barometric pressure deviates from a certain standard reading. Interestingly, his thermometer was calibrated with a value of 100 degrees for the freezing point of water and zero degrees for the boiling point and, it wasn’t until 1745, a year after his death, that the scale was reversed to facilitate a more practical measurement. Although we

So, whether you want to call it thirty degrees Celsius or eighty three degrees Fahrenheit, I really don’t care but that is the borderline lowest comfortable temperature as far as I’m concerned. I hope that I never get asked to write an article about a subject that requires a visit to either of the poles because that request readers, would have to be answered with a very definitive NO!

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with Susan Lamb MP Federal Member for Longman

It’s great to be able to reach out to you through our wonderful and respected community magazine, the Mini Islander. Each month, you will have the opportunity to ask me a question about a burning issue in Federal politics through the Mini Islander’s Facebook page.

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Terry’s comment related to veterans affairs, and the need for more work to Susan lamb you be done with our veteran need to get involved community. In my first year in DVA matters. Most as your Federal Member, of your constituents are I’m proud of the strong veterans. relationships that I have built with our local veterans Wyatt roy was interested and their advocates. I can and vocal ate you. say with my hand on my There were quite a few I didn’t think you are heart that it’s a relationship questions and comments intrested or have a clue built on mutual trust, on the Mini’s Facebook about DVA. laying a a willingness to listen post touching on a wreath is not enough get and respect. I’m hearing range of important areas out there or you will suffer some really tough stories including veterans’ the same fate as wyatt. in the community about affairs, the National coping with trauma upon Broadband Network (NBN), Terry, Bribie Island discharge; our ex-service seniors and politicians’ men and women are feeling entitlements. I must say, abandoned and isolated. A it’s great to see so many great deal of this has to do people in our community with the transition back into civilian life and how this is managed. I have made it a priority of mine to work with local RSL sub-branches Federal Member for Longman and associations to have this issue addressed in Labor’s polices. Recently, WHAT’S WRONG WITH THE AGED PENSION? the Shadow Minister for Defence, the Hon Richard Everald Compton, the former Chairman of National Seniors Marles MP, came to Australia, co-chaired our successful Seniors’ Forum earlier Remembrance House with this year. It was clear that Malcolm Turnbull isn’t listening, me to speak directly with recently cutting the Energy Supplement for new pensioners, making changes to superannuation and continuing with his those impacted. With vital plan to increase the pension age to 70. feedback from participants, we are building a family Everald will again join me on 22 November as we continue to discuss the social and economic pressures of engagement and support ageing and the real day-to-day expenditure of people living strategy that will provide on the aged pension. defence families with the support and resources Come along to November’s Forum and give us your feedback. they need to get their ADF family members through To express your interest and reserve your seat, call the tough times that come my office on (07) 5432 3177 or email Susan.Lamb.MP@aph.gov.au with being discharged. I also spoke in Parliament Shaping Our Shaping Our recently about the ability Future Toge�er Susan Lamb MP for circumstances to be Future Together Federal Member for Longman reassessed after discharge to access Superannuation 07 5432 3177 07 5432 3177 susan.lamb.mp@aph.gov.au www.susanlambmp.com benefits.

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are welcome to email me and request a copy of the speech. Terry, I would be interested in sitting down with you and finding out what you think needs to be done to improve the lives of our veterans.

Also when I got my NBN done one of the first in Woorim . Wyatt got mine fixed in 2 days when it was not working.

As I am deaf and can not talk on mobile I was left with out a phone. He had great staff in the office too.

Denise, Bribie Island

NBN Thank you to Denise for your comment about managing to get your NBN restored in a timely fashion; I was pleased to hear that you were able to resolve your connection issues without any further problems. Sadly, I have to say, the previous Member’s contribution to the mismanagement of the NBN rollout has been a nightmare for most people on Bribie.

People are being left without a landline, business’ EFTPOS machines are offline, medical alert systems are dropping out – the list goes on! With the help of local residents, my campaign ‘My NBN Sucks’ is placing pressure on the Government to: direct NBN Co to complete, as much as possible, the remaining fixed lined network using fibre optic; give the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) more power to resolve consumer disputes; and address consumer and supplier rights to provide better protections and remedies for service

thebribieislander failures. The ‘My NBN Sucks’ community actions will continue on Friday 20 October. To find out how you can get involved, please get in touch with my office.

Yes I want to know why they the politicians give them selves huge pay rises every year and the pensioner receives only enough per fortnight to buy a loaf of bread or bottle of milk.We are not bludgers we have worked during hard times when wages were low and most of us do not have super or anything so why do they think we only deserve low pay rises. Shame on this government for not looking after the older generation that built this country.Give the old a fair go and a pay rise that can make a difference to our lives. Give similar to what they get or are they better than us. Ask this question at the next Parliament and sitting on behalf of the Australian pensioners.

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Aged pension increases and politicians’ pay Cheryl, I absolutely agree with you, seniors and pensioners have drawn the short straw under Malcolm Turnbull’s leadership and like you, I am appalled. You have every right to be upset when, at the same time politicians are receiving a pay rise, your allowable assets have been decreased, new pensioners are receiving a cut to the energy supplement, the superannuation goal post is constantly changing and the retirement age is being increased to 70. I am very interested in hearing your views on the aged pension, and how we can effectively right the wrongs of this Government. It would be great if you and your friends could come along to my Pensions Forum at Bribie Island Respite Centre on 22 November.

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At 11am on November 11th each year it is customary to pause in remembrance of those who gave their lives during war and, as well as taking time to remember those brave men and women, there is one other event on November 11th this year that you may want to put in your diary and that is the Pumicestone Piecers Quilt show.

started, there were only five members’ Piecers President Beryl Higgins told me. ‘Now there are over thirty five members and we would certainly welcome anyone new. I am concerned that if we don’t start to get some younger members there will be nobody to pass some of the necessary skills on to and the art will be lost,’ she explained.

Scheduled to commence at 9am on the day, the show will provide an opportunity for all who attend to inspect some of the beautiful items that are produced by these ladies who get together each Wednesday to practice their skill. The Pumicestone Piecers belong to the Crafty Shed at Ningi and, along with the painters, have operated since the Shed was founded eleven years ago. ‘When we

Beryl said that although there are some quilting groups that do not offer instruction, the Piecers is a teaching group and if there is anyone who would like to learn the art

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The beautiful quilt which will be raffled at the show of quilting, they should not hesitate to enquire about coming along.

At the quilt show, which will be held in the Ningi Community Hall on the corner of Rita Street, there will be a variety of vendors selling craft related items, a sausage sizzle, quilts and other gift items for sale as well as a lucky door prize and other raffles including the major draw which will be for a lovely quilt that has been made by the members. The show will ne open until 2pm and there will be a pause at 11am in order to observe the significance of the day. Entry to the show will be only five dollars and this will include a delicious morning tea and also a Remembrance Day Poppy All funds raised on

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Quilts like these will be for sale on the day the day will be donated to both the Diabetes Support Group and the fund for the construction of a new hospice on the island. Any quilts that are not sold will be donated to a local organisation.

As an indication of the quality of work that is produced by the ladies, two of the members have recently won awards at the prestigious Queensland Quilt Show and Quilt Show co-ordinator Charmaine Ludlow informed me that due to the quality of entries at this event, winning a prize is a real achievement. If you would like more information about what to expect at the Quilt Show or about joining the Pumicestone Piecers, make a call to Beryl Higgins on 0429 982 209 for all the details.

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Whilst education and social work are areas that traditionally fall to the State governments, youth justice and youth workers, they are areas that I am committed to assisting with. As a former high school teacher at our local high school, I understand firsthand the challenges that face our young people and some of the extreme situations they find themselves in.

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Jonas Salk - Discovered the first polio vaccine three types of inactivated A fresh study of the poliovirus vaccines and this Nanopatch, a microscopic is a necessary advancement vaccine delivery method from using live oral vaccine,’ which was developed he added. by researchers from the University of Queensland, Nanopatch inventor, has identified the device Professor Mark Kendall said as being more effective in that the studies by UQ have the war against poliovirus exhibited a key advantage than needles and syringes. of the product. ‘The patch UQ School of Chemistry targets the abundant and Molecular Biosciences immune cell population Head, Professor Paul Young, in the skin’s outer layers described the breakthrough rather than muscle, and as being the next step in this results in a decidedly consigning polio to history. more efficient vaccine delivery system,’ Professor ‘Polio was one of the Kendall said. ‘The ease of most dreaded childhood administration combined diseases of the twentieth with dose reduction that century and has resulted in has been observed in this limb disfigurement as well study suggests that the as irreversible paralysis in Nanopatch could facilitate tens of millions of cases,’ inexpensive vaccination of Professor Young said. ‘This inactive poliovirus vaccines,’ most recent study has he explained. shown that the Nanopatch enhances responses to all

When speaking about the need to reduce the cost factor and it’s effect on the availability of poliovirus vaccines, UQ Australian Institute for Biotechnology and Nanotechnology researcher Dr David Muller has claimed that effectively translating the dose could dramatically reduce the cost. ‘A simple and easy to administer polio Nanopatch vaccine could increase the availability of the vaccine and facilitate it’s administration in door-todoor and mass vaccination campaigns,’ Dr Muller said.

‘As recently as 1988, more than 350,000 cases occurred every year in more than 125 endemic countries and to date, concerted efforts to eradicate the disease have reduced incidence by more than ninety nine percent.

Efforts are being intensified to eradicate the disease once and for all,’ he said.

The research by UQ and subsequently by Vaxxas, the division that has been established by the university’s commercialisation company UniQuest to bring the technology to use for human vaccination, has been made possible by funding received from the World Health Organisation (WHO), and Vaxxas Chief Executive Officer David Hoey

OCT/NOV 2017 - ISSUE 10 believes that the studies will result in ground breaking improvement in the war against polio. ‘The research that we are undertaking in conjunction with UQ and WHO can improve the reach of life-saving vaccines to children everywhere,’ Mr Hoey said.

With wild type poliovirus three transmission being interrupted since 2012 and type two officially declared as being eradicated in 2015, there were only thirty seven cases of wild type poliovirus one reported in 2016 with only Pakistan and Afghanistan still being endemic for the disease. To date, a large factor in the success of the poliovirus eradication campaign has been due to the relative ease with which the vaccine can be administered in mass campaigns but the introduction of the new IPV poses several challenges, not the least of which is the increased cost. With the revelation that one dose of the new vaccine will cost more than five times the amount of it’s predecessors, the research and subsequent development being undertaken by University of Queensland and Vaxxas will play an important role in the next stage of complete worldwide polio eradication.

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Ayurveda is an Indian traditional medical practice, which has 5000 years of history. Yoga is one of branches of Ayurveda. This whole journey began from wanting to understand what was the meaning behind in all the emotional pains that I was experiencing. I did not understand why and how I put myself into certain situations, which inflicted me unbearable emotional pains.

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I desperately wanted to escape. How ironic!

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The earth is nothing but a three-dimensional hologram as the book called ‘The holographic universe’ by Michael Talbot illustrates well. We are spiritual being yet trapped in physical form experiencing harsh life on earth. I am only playing ‘ME’ game. After reading ‘Expect Miracles’ by Joe Vitale, I asked myself what do I want to do and want to be? If this is merely playing a human game and I can chose a career whatever I wanted.

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Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years.

No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as: - Knowing when to come in out of the rain; - Why the early bird gets the worm; - Life isn’t always fair; - And maybe it was my fault.

Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don’t spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).

His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.

Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.

It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer sun lotion or an aspirin to a student; but could not inform parents

when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.

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Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.

Common Sense took a beating when you couldn’t defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.

There was a stunned silence. Nobody knew how to react.

Then Kim Jong-un quietly answered “We will land at night”.

The entire audience broke out in thunderous applause!

Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot.

She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.

Common Sense was preceded in death, -by his parents, Truth and Trust, -by his wife, Discretion, -by his daughter, Responsibility, -and by his son, Reason.

He is survived by his 5 stepbrothers; - I Know My Rights - I Want It Now - Someone Else Is To Blame - I’m A Victim - Pay me for Doing Nothing

Donald Trump heard what Kim had said and sneered - “What an idiot”.

There is no sun at night time!”

And his people responded with thunderous applause!

GOSSIPS Gossips are special people Who like to chit & chat About other peoples lives and mishaps They love to tell a story Or make one up instead What is it with these people?

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Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.

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Every time you sit and watch that TV They are gossipping all around us About other peoples lives What happened to friendship?

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JUST HOW MANY ARE THERE?

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Two Plus Three Quartet Among our wealth of local talent are a small band of people who, as entertainers go by the name of ‘Two Plus Three” and that title

along with the fact that there are only four of them leads one to believe that perhaps mathematics is not their strong suit. However,

one area in which each all of them really do excel is entertaining audiences with their melodious voices and beautiful harmonies.

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Julie Earner, Katelyn Walters, Alan Blackman and Shane Bycroft are the four members of Two Plus Three and, as attendances at their previous performances have proven, they have become very popular with local music lovers. For anyone who has been looking out for another opportunity to be entertained by this quartet, next month will provide that chance.

As a part of the “Music in the Gallery” series at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre on Sunderland Drive at Banksia Beach, Two Plus Three will entertain with a fresh new program of music from recent and past hit musicals of the last fifty years. The concert will be held at the Arts Centre on November 12th commencing at 3pm and bookings can be made at the centre or by phoning 3408 9288. Tickets to the event will cost $15 and will include afternoon tea and a glass of bubbles.

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Oliver a gift of Kindness As I write we wait on our Bichon Fries cross Shiatsu as he awaits his passing.

He was a gift of kindness from an old school friend eleven and a half years ago.

I didn’t want another dog after losing our Labrador to cancer, but in the years that passed realised what a loving dog we had been given.

There was the usual struggle with training and disciplining him but they were minor and paled in

what we had from learning just how clever and loving he was.

As the years passed more and more we learnt just how cleaver he was and loving to the degree Heather my wife absolutely doted on him.

The more I spoke to him the more he understood and we realised he was in fact listening to our conversations (learning the words we spoke), ‘do you’ caused him to look at you, and when asked ‘show me’ he would lead you to the pantry wanting a treat or to the ranch-slider to let him out to do his ‘business’.

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Sadly, he is the end of his line with his mother, sister and aunt all having passed on.

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Tears well as I type this short story but realise that it is a story many go through or will go through.

All I ask is love your pet as they are loyal and give back much love; talk to your pet as they do know what you say and detect the love in your voices.

We have had love from the beginning to the end from Oliver as I know many others have experienced, for those who have never had a dog these works are from the heart and for you to understand our feelings.

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Narla was a gorgeous dog, who unfortunately had breast cancer and had to be put down on 4 October 2017 by Jacqui, the mobile vet. Jacqui and Joel were fantastic in the circumstances and they looked after Narla very well for us.

She is very missed by me, Kim and my boys, Jarad, Isaac and Tyson. As you can see in the pic she would do anything to help and was just an amazing dog who would do the hip hip hoorays when someone sang Happy Birthday, she would bark at that point. She would also do a special howl when the

song Who Let the Dogs Out was sung, as in who. Who. Very clever was our Narla because she would talk to us all the time. It’s very quiet here without her.

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As those of you who have been reading the articles in this publication for the previous few issues would remember, back in May I made the decision to quit smoking and at the time of writing this article, I am more than pleased to say that smoking is habit of the past for me. However, as most people who have given up this expensive and unhealthy vice will tell you, along with

Bees must visit many flowers quitting comes the urge to replace the time that was spent puffing on a burning stick of tobacco with time spent chewing or devouring something that tastes really good. (And normally sweet.)

At first, I was satisfied with sucking on really strong peppermint lollies and, although I must admit that the number consumed grew considerably, this remained

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my only replacement for smoking until very recently when I have now got to the stage where chocolates and one other sweet tasting substance have become a part of my diet. Generally not something that I would regard as a healthy food, chocolates do apparently contain certain commodities that are beneficial, as long as it is the dark variety with a high cocoa content and consumed in very strict moderation.

As long as it is consumed in small amounts, dark chocolate can help reduce the risk of heart disease and also high blood pressure due to the amount of anti-oxidants. It is rich in fibre, iron and magnesium and also contains copper, manganese, potassium, phosphorous and zinc. I must stress that this only applies to dark chocolate

and definitely not the light milky products that seem to dominate the shelves of many retailers. Whilst I do eat more of this tempting fare (especially Cherry Ripes) than is recommended, I do remain aware that I have to keep my urges under control as, although it has some good points, chocolate has quite often been identified as the main reason for weight gain and the health problems that are known to occur as a result.

Now, on to what I referred to as the one other cigarette substitute that I have taken a liking to and that is the beautifully fragrant and

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To The Bribie Islander, Thank you for sending me a copy of The Bribie Islander, along with a copy of the mini version.

As the former publisher of Island and Mainland News, may I say both publications are excellent, especially in focusing on local matters and thus attracting local readership and local advertising.

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More particularly, may I say congratulations on your special article on Kay Cohen.

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LIKE IT – A LOT sweet substance which was sought after by the ancient Greeks and Egyptians long before sugar was discovered in the sixteenth century, honey. If they are completely truthful, not too many people would be able to say that they do not like honey but, until I gave away the cigarettes, I absolutely detested the stuff.

One of the many positive changes that take place due to the absence of cigarette smoking is the almost immediate revitalisation of the taste buds and it is this that has resulted in my sudden and I must admit welcome obsession with this product of hard working bees and, as an indication of just how hard these little buzzing critters do work, studies tell us that it takes approximately 60,000 bees travelling a staggering 85,500 kilometres and visiting somewhere in the vicinity of two million flowers

to produce around two kilograms of honey. Wow.

As I have already pointed out, honey has been popular for a very long time for many reasons, most of which are backed up by factual evidence and a few fall slightly toward the mythical category. Honey in it’s purest form contains a blend of sugar, trace enzymes, minerals, vitamins and amino acids and the benefits

Osprey up in​​the treetop just out of Ningi as you drive in towards Bribie. An adult had caught a fish and was feeding in abundance before having to feed the chick/chicks that could be heard screeching to be fed.

Honey has been proven time and time again to have many healing qualities and these include the ability to stimulate the memory, lower cholesterol, aid in the relief of sinus and indigestion and also help with sleep

Honey has many healing qualities of using this product are most pronounced when it is replacing another form of less healthy sweetener. Along

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with most substances that can be beneficial, the daily intake of honey should be limited, with one teaspoon of honey said to contain four grams of fructose and the recommended daily maximum intake of fructose being twenty five grams.

patterns. It is also very often used to treat wounds and other skin afflictions such as acne and eczema and I

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have personally witnessed just how true this is due to having been the victim of a very nasty bite by a white tail spider resulting in a wound that was swiftly repaired by the use of medical honey.

Other beneficial qualities of this nectar include use as a cough reliever in children, the relief of allergies and the treatment of everything from hangovers to herpes. (True story.) A good recipe for hangover cure is to simply add one tablespoon of honey to two cups of orange juice and one cup of Greek yoghurt then blend them together until smooth before drinking.

I am being completely truthful when I say that I have gone from a completely honey free diet to replacing my daily breakfast of two eggs on toast with honey on toast, honey on crumpets and honey on anything else that I can spread it on, even if that is just the spoon. Yes, I guess you have realised by now that honey has become just another one of my addictions.

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THE SURE THING History indicates that horse racing plays an important part of myths and legends such as the contest between the mounts of the god Odin and the giant Hrungnir in Norse mythology and, as the running of the 2017 Melbourne Cup draws near, I am reminded of last year when a logical conclusion would have been to assume that the horse which I

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decided was going to make me a few weeks wages was nothing more than a myth.

Dead set readers, it seems to be a sure thing that any horse I don’t put money on has a good chance of winning. Some of the ones I pick need to start the race early so they can finish before it gets dark.

Getting back to early history, horse racing has been

The sport of kings practised in civilisations world wide since ancient times and archaeological records show that it occurred in Ancient Greece, Babylon, Syria and Egypt. One of the popular Greek, Roman and Byzantine sports was chariot racing. That and mounted horse racing were both events in the Greek Olympics by 648 BC and were also an important part of the other Panhellenic Games. In the Roman Empire, chariot and mounted horse racing were major industries and from around the middle of the fifteenth century until 1882, spring carnival in Rome closed with a race between

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As time progressed, thoroughbred horse racing became popular with aristocrats as well as royalty and British society, which has resulted in it being christened “The Sport of Kings.” There are many different types of horse racing, the main ones of course being flat racing, harness racing and jump or hurdle racing. Another less well known but equally as challenging form of the sport is endurance racing and this involves racing across country over extreme distances which can be from around forty kilometres up to the distance covered by the longest endurance

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race in the world, The Mongol Rally. Competitors in this race are required to cover an incredible 1,000 kilometres. Slightly different in definition is what is known as competitive endurance riding which commenced in Australia in 1966 when the Tom Quilty Gold Cup was held in the Hawkesbury district.

Horse racing in Australia has it’s origins in the early part of the nineteenth century with records indicating that the sport commenced in Goulburn in 1834 and Australia’s first country racing club established at Wallabadah in 1852. The current existing racecourse there was built in 1898 and the Wallabadah Cup meeting is still held each year on New Year’s Day. This “Sport of Kings” has grown in Australia to the extent that we are regarded as among the top three leading Thoroughbred racing nations in the world. Over the years since it began this industry has produced many champions with names such as Black Caviar and Makybe Diva becoming household names in recent times. There are many prestigious races on the calendar each year including the Cox Plate, Golden Slipper Stakes and the Caulfield Cup but the one that is most commonly talked about throughout the racing world is ‘The Race that Stops the Nation,” The

Melbourne Cup. Held for the first time on November 7th 1861 at Flemington in Victoria, the Melbourne Cup was run in front of about 4,000 people who saw Archer ridden to victory by jockey John Cutts. Since that year, there are many names that have become synonymous with Melbourne Cup victories and these include trainers such as Bart Cummings, Lee Freedman, Gai Waterhouse and TJ Smith along with champion jockeys Roy Higgins, Harry White, Damien Oliver and Glenn Boss.

More importantly, the names of the horses that have been

first past the post in the cup will live on forever and one of the most famous of these was the New Zealand bred Phar-Lap who won the cup in 1930. Known as the only contender to win the prestigious race in three consecutive years, Makybe Diva ridden by Glenn Boss will always be remembered.

In 2015, racing enthusiasts witnessed Melbourne Cup history when jockey Michelle Payne became the first woman to win the cup.

Michelle expertly guided Prince of Penzance to the front of the field at the right time.

As well as being a spectator sport, horse racing in Australia provides full or part-time employment for around 250,000 people

Michelle Payne including trainers, jockeys, farriers and veterinarians as well as farriers and those employed in the related gambling that is regarded as such a major part of the sport. There are more than 30,000 horses in training throughout the country and about 2,700 meetings are held each year at 360 courses Australia wide.

There is no doubt that on November 7th this year, we will all spend too much, eat and drink too much and by mid-afternoon, there will be another horse with it’s name alongside the other 156 who have galloped to glory at Flemington in November.

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was a product of the earlier part of the twentieth century and I suppose that it would be only natural for a group of guys who ride motorcycles from the same era to want a photograph of them with their bikes and the SNJ.

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BIKES AND AIRCRAFT FROM A BYGONE ERA

By Neil Wilson

One of the outstanding exhibits to be found at the Caboolture Warplane and Flight Heritage Museum

is the beautifully restored and maintained SNJ Texan, a single engine advanced trainer commonly nicknamed

‘The pilot maker” due to the important role that the aircraft played in preparing pilots for combat. The SNJ

CARERS OF QUEENSLAND CANCER PATIENTS SEEKING SUPPORT One in four people reaching out for support through Cancer Council Queensland’s 13 11 20 are carers of Queensland cancer patients, research shows.

of confusion, stress, anxiety and a range of mental health challenges when someone they are close to is diagnosed with cancer,” Ms McMillan said.

The role of becoming a cancer carer can pose significant risks to mental and emotional health, with many carers reporting elevated levels of psychological distress.

“Often carers feel apprehensive about seeking support as they aren’t the ones diagnosed, but we want to remove that stigma and help family and friends reach out for the help they need.

Cancer Council Queensland is urging carers to talk about their concerns by dialing through to 13 11 20 for support and information during National Carers Week, October 15-21*.

“One quarter of callers to 13 11 20 are carers, often in need of support to help get them through a difficult time or information to assist with how to care for a patient.

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan said carers faced a range of emotional challenges following the diagnosis of a friend or family member.

“Carers can experience a lot

“Cancer Council Queensland offers support, information, referrals and resources to carers – or simply a listening ear if they need it.”

In Australia, around 2.7 million carers provide around 1.9 billion hours of unpaid care

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each year, giving time and energy to provide hope, support and assistance to those most in need.

In Queensland alone, around 10 per cent of the population are currently in a carers role.

“Anyone can become a carer at any time. In Queensland more than 27,000 people will be diagnosed with cancer this year – many will need the ongoing care and support of a carer throughout their journey,” Ms McMillan said.

“Whether the carer is a family member, neighbour, or friend of a cancer patient, carers help those diagnosed with cancer achieve the best possible quality of life.

“While providing care can be a rich source of satisfaction in people’s lives, we know that it can be very challenging.

“If you are a carer and need support, we are just a phone

This came to fruition recently when the members of the Brisbane Café Racers visited the Caboolture Airfield and lined up their shining vintage bikes for a photo that appears to have been taken in the era when the bikes and aircraft were new.

The Brisbane Café Racers are a club that is dedicated to raising funds to assist in the prevention and treatment of men’s mental health and prostate cancer and a very appropriate statement on their web page that carries a very strong message says, “For your uncles, brothers, fathers and friends, donate what you can for their lives need not end.”

call away.

“Cancer Council’s 13 11 20 is serviced by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, experienced in cancer care and support.”

Since January, more than 8878 calls have been made to Cancer Council’s 13 11 20 throughout Queensland with 2154 from carers alone.

Cancer Council’s 13 11 20 is a toll-free landline call from anywhere in Queensland and offers information, resources and connection to support programs and advocacy services for those affected by cancer, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

More information about Cancer Council Queensland is available via 13 11 20 or cancerqld.org.au.

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MORETON DISTRICT OVERALL

CRIME STAYED THE SAME Queensland Police Service Annual Statistical Review 2016 - 2017

Moreton District Officer Superintendent Mick Brady today welcomed the release of the Queensland Police Service’s Statistical Review which demonstrated a reduction in fraud, drug and traffic offences across the district.

The Statistical Review represents a comprehensive insight into the level and nature of crime reported for each police district throughout Queensland.

The overall crime rate across the Moreton District from 2015/16 to 2016/17 stayed the same when adjusted for

population growth.

Over the 10 year period from 2007/08 to 2016/17, Moreton District recorded an increase in the rate of offences against the person and against property.

“The overall crime rate of offences against the person over the past 10 years increased by 19.8 percent and offences against property has increased by 24.5 percent,” Superintendent Brady said.

In 2016/17, unlawful use of motor vehicles increased by 39.5 percent, unlawful entry into houses increased by 24.7 percent and unlawful entry into shops increased by 82.7 percent.

Superintendent Brady urges the community to be vigilant with the security to their

houses, vehicles and other property items, with the rate of offences against property increasing by 10.4 percent in the past year.

“A lot of break-ins and property thefts are opportunistic and are preventable,” Superintendent Brady said.

“We urge the community to use all available security options on their property to prevent opportunistic thefts as a result of unlocked or unsecured property.

“In addition to proactive and intelligence-led patrols, police will continue with proactive policing and community programs, such as the myPolice Moreton blog and Neighbourhood Watch groups to remind the community to be actively

participating in crime prevention methods.”

Fraud offences decreased by 4.7 percent. Cheque fraud decreased by 94.5 percent, identity fraud decreased by 41 percent, and other fraud decreased by 20.7 percent, while credit card fraud increased by 24.5 percent and computer fraud increased from 11 percent in 2015/16 to 30 percent in 2016/17.

“Over the past 10 years fraud offences have increased and with ongoing advancements in technology, fraudulent activity continues to be prevalent in our community with 1,856 offences reported in the Moreton District over the past 12 months,” Superintendent Brady said.

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to the community of the importance of adopting preventative measures and behaviours such as not providing personal information to unverified organisations or individuals, to ensure they are protected against fraud.”

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The number of traffic and related offences across the district decreased by 10.9 percent.

“It is positive to see offences on our roads decline in the district, however 2,125 offences in the past year is still too high and police will continue to focus on traffic offences to ensure the roads are safe for everyone,” Superintendent Brady said.

In the Moreton District, the rate of Domestic and Family Violence Applications increased from 736 in 2015/16 to 772 in 2016/17, or five percent in the rate of applications per 100,000 person.

“In 2016/17, approximately 69 percent of applications were police initiated,” Superintendent Brady said.

The number of breaches to Domestic and Family Violence Protection Orders increased from 1,445 in 2015/16 to 1,738 in 2016/17.

“The increase in reporting of domestic and family violence can be attributed to the proactive work being done by police in the district and from the community gaining more confidence in reporting incidents to police,” Superintendent Brady said.

“The QPS is committed to working in partnership with the people of Queensland to provide professional policing services that will, over time, prevent and reduce

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The rate of drug offences across the district decreased by 17.6 percent in the past year.

“There were 6,090 drug offences in 2016/17, compared to 7,305 in 2015/16,” Superintendent Brady said.

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the incidents of domestic violence in Queensland.”

Moreton District operate Project Prado which is a long term partnership between QPS and Department of Communities for the operation of the DV Unit to provide court support and place and case management of high risk persons/ families.

Moreton District has also implemented a Mental Health co-responder model which is tri-agency task force approach that has dedicated officers from QPS, QLD Mental Health and QAS working together to provide real time support to frontline first response crews.

Did you know that some local council authorities can rehome lost dogs after only 7 days? The microchip is transferred into the new owners’ names and it is not reversible. Animal shelters need to do this because of overcrowding, but also because an animal shelter is not especially nice for lost pets, with limited human interaction available.

If you go away for only a few weeks and your pet runs away from home or the carer, your beloved pet may be a part of someone else’s family by the time you return. Kennels are the most secure option, and normally let groups of dogs of similar size out to play together in a secure

yard twice daily. If you kennel your pet for a few days from an early age, most pets are accepting of kennelling for life. It is very handy to have this as an option in case of a sudden emergency.

Phone or text Dr Jackie 0400 699 704

for veterinary appointments

Caboolture Police Station has established a Vulnerable Persons Unit (VPU) which case manages a range of vulnerable people across the community that often are frequent users of both QPS and other services.

The Annual Statistical Review 2016-17 is available on the QPS website.

Note: All percentages used in this release relate to the number of reported offences per 100,000 people. Media seeking regional and district crime statistics from the Queensland Police Service 2016/17 Annual Statistical Review can locate details on the QPS website at www. police.qld.gov.au.

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MAD POETS SOCIETY

WHAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN Rain on the rooftop Wind in the trees, What a beautiful sound Rustling of leaves.

The sound of the surf As it breaks on the sand, Hooting of owls Over the land.

Walking along the beach Leaving footprints behind, Waves washing over Nothing left to remind Of what had transpired, Or what had taken place, Just an empty feeling Of a lost embrace.

Time will heal memories Of love shared between Fading into the past Of what might have been.

ONE STEP AT A TIME Deep in thought I sat, Musing ‘neath the trees,

Traffic rushing by, Leaves blowing in the breeze.

Birds flying by All colours of rainbow bright, But I couldn’t take it in Pondering on my sorry plight.

Then I saw a man In a wheelchair close to me, He was a paraplegic Couldn’t walk or run you see.

Another passed me by A white cane in his hand, At last I began to see At last I began to understand That others had bigger problems Which they all dealt with somehow, It began to change my thinking Took the worried look from off my brow.

I learned something that day As I sat beneath that tree,

COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR OCT/NOV

To have your events listed on this calendar, email to thebribieislander@gmail.com

MONDAY 23, OCTOBER – Bribie Island National Seniors: meets at the Bribie Island RSL Function Room 9 a.m. for 9.30 am start fourth Monday of each month excluding December and January.

For more information call Coral 07 3408 6152.

SUNDAY, 29 OCTOBER. Bribie BUG will be hosting Ride Bribie Island 2017. Start and finish at Apex Park (behind Seaside Museum), South Esplanade, Bongaree. Cyclists of all ages welcome. Free entry but bring cash for coffees and lunch. Rides of 40km (start time 8am - mainly on road/average speed 20kph), 25km (9am - cycle paths and road/16kph) and 10km (9.30am mainly cycle paths/12kph). Register 15 minutes prior to your ride.

Coffee available at the nearby bakery or onsite from 7.30am. BBQ at finish ($2 donation). Donations for the Bribie Hospice also appreciated. Enquiries: Phone 3408 9292 or email bribiebug@ yahoo.com.au. Find us on Facebook. Event supported by Moreton Bay Regional Council.

WEDNESDAY, 8 & 22 NOVEMBER – Craft Group: 1.30pm at Beachmere Uniting Church, Cnr Moreton Tce & Second Ave. Bring your craft. Gold coin donation. 0417 067 992.

SATURDAY 11, NOVEMBER – Registration for Lions: Phil Carnes Memorial Senior Christmas Lunch, 9am – 12 noon at Wright’s Fruit Barn. Lunch will be held Saturday 2nd December at Bribie Primary School Hall. Doors open 9.15 am. Inquiries phone 0403 018 727 or 0432 620 631.

SATURDAY 25, NOVEMBER – Christmas Creations Fair: Uniting Church, Webster Street, Bongaree from 7 am to 12 noon.

That others have more to deal with Than poor, sorrowful little me!

So now I take it easy And I am doing fine, By keeping things in perspective And taking one step at a time.

RAINFOREST PEACE Coolness in the rainforest Treading softly on leafy debris, Silence falling softly, Birds in the trees.

Quietness gently folding Arms of love around Birds trilling lyrical songs, Nature does abound.

Tall leafy ferns, Sandy covered tracks Trees stretching skywards, Some burned out and black.

suddenly he noticed a movement in all that rotting hell, and Bill yelled out “over here, sir this ones alive as well!”

They Rounded up the guards they found They stammered “don’t shoot, we only did our job!” but “clanger” the wild one said “sir, I’ll take this mob!”

He headed off towards the trucks and in the forest green we heard the sound of gunshots then we heard the screams “clanger” came back grinning “sorry sir he said” but as they all tried to escape.

I shot them in the head,

Enter into this haven, Your troubles there release Let the quiet invade your spirit And there find perfect peace

it’s getting dark, he tries to think, who’s this lady speaking loud “come on, Mr. Wilson, you need to have your shower”

DEMENTIA DREAMING

By Lurline Thomson

Well, that’s ok, I’ll just pretend and do what’ere they tell me,

The old man sits in the nursing home, He’s mind is far away, It isn’t in this prison, It’s on the field of battle, and he’s just saved the day

I’ll take their showers, their pills and things, and I’ll just talk to my darling Margy.

As the battle roared, he led his men to safety, through the forest, he smiles with gummy mouth exposed There’s Jim, Bill, Tom and Horace Suddenly, the scene has changed his smile becomes wet eyes, his mind can smell the horror as the camps come on the rise It was their job to clear the camps, a sight they ner’ forgot, the bodies stacked head to toe they had all been shot,

I’ll watch the door, and one bright day, Marg. and I will go, together we’ll get out of here but oh! Time moves so slow.

I know that Margie’s waiting in our home just up the hill she talks and says “I’m coming, love”, till then be good and still..

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SPORTS RESULTS OCTOBER SOCIAL BOWLS

Bribie Island Bowls Club Bowls Results Week Ending 30/09/17

Bribie Island Bowls Club Bowls Results Week Ending 7/10/17

Wednesday Mixed Jackpot Pairs Winners - M. Mills & D. Williams Runners Up – G. Healing & E. James 1st WOH - P. Gouge & J. Dunn 2nd WOH - K. Laverty & C. Thornton 3rd WOH - N. Gray & M. James Bunny - N. Smith & P. Cook

Wednesday Mixed Jackpot Pairs Winners – G. Teakel & I. Cooper Runners Up – C. Thornton & K. Thornton 1st WOH – S. Andrews & R. Fowler 2nd WOH – W. Ebert & T. Townsend 3rd WOH – S. Young & B. Hosie 4th WOH – L. Gilmore & R. Gilmore

Wednesday Scroungers 1st - K. Hortle 2nd - T. Erfurth Fridays Mens Jackpot Pairs Winners - C. Geddes & G. Healing Runners Up - J. Bartorillo & T. Benneyy 1st WOH - K. Fuller & T. Borg 2nd WOH - F. Reeves & R. Fowler 3rd WOH - J. Falvey & B. Snare 4th WOH - R. Smith & B. Whale Saturday Cash Bonanza Winners – L. Savige, L. Chivers & D. Newman Runners Up – R. Hunter, T. Hudson, P. McCarthy & V. Casey 3rd OOHW – B. McIlvenie, R. McIlvenie & S. Fowler Bunny – I. Smith, J. Neill & B. O’Neill

Wednesday Scroungers 1st – G. Witaker 2nd - M. Roberts 3rd – C. Ebert Friday Men’s Jackpot Pairs Winners – A. Thorpe & P. Adams Runners Up – G. Akeroyd & K. Soens 1st WOH – A. Shaw & L. Broomhead 2nd WOH – W. Whitehead & W. McDougall 3rd WOH – S. Martin, J. Falvey & V. Shaw 4th WOH – P. King & B. Snare

INDOOR BOWLS

Competition Results for Bribie Island Indoor Bowls Club

Bribie Island Indoor Bowls Club FOUR GAME DAY Event League Table 2017 as of Oct 8th.

Bill & Pearl Slater Shield Open Pairs Competition October 16th

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Winners B HennessyElaine Stewart Runners Up L Holdsworth D Petith

For general club and membership enquiries please phone Margaret Dunn, President 0428 713 300 or Bruce Hennessy Vice President 0407 133 000 Position Points Team 1 223 UNBIASED 2 205.5 FIREBIRDS 3 205 TRAVEL BUGS 4 188.5 CURVES 5 173 DAMES 6 171.5 CATONS CAPERS 7 171 REDBACKS 8 169 VILLAGE PEOPLE 9 168.5 BRIBIE’S 10 165.5 THE RASCALS 11 159 THE TRIERS 12 158.5 MALENY 13 143.5 SURVIVORS 14 140 DECEPTION BAY 15 129 HIBISCUS 16 121.5 THE ARANAS

Consolation Winners A Landeman M Hughes Consolation Runners up R Bradford J Campbell

BRIBIE ISLAND LIONS

Bribie Island Lions are again this year conducting Phil Carnes Christmas Lunch for Seniors.This is one way Lions gives back to the Community.

Christmas Creations Fair

The project started some five years ago from the idea of the late Lions member Phil Carnes and for the dedication of Phil’s work in Lions the club has dedicated this project in his name.

The lunch will be held on Saturday 2nd December at Bribie Island Primary School Hall.The lunch is open to all seniors on Bribie but as places are limited you must register to attend.

Registrations will be held at Wright’s Fruit barn on Saturday 11th.November 9 am – 12 noon A great entertainment program and a delicious Christmas Lunch has been arranged.

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Dear Editor,

I write in response to a letter written by KJ Crocker, published in the October issue of “The Bribie Islander”.

The letter highlights an error that was made in a previous column I had written.

This column discussed building heights and read, “The maximum building height on Bribie Island under the current planning scheme is 15 meters.” The following sentence in the article stated, “However, this does not apply to all land on Bribie Island.”

It seems that the wording of the two statements has caused confusion. I apologise for any inconvenience this has caused, it was most certainly not my intention to create confusion and I acknowledge that I should have worded this information in a clearer way. To clarify for all residents, there are a variety of building heights permitted on Bribie Island depending on the location of the land. There are a small number of lots on Bribie Island that are zoned for a height of 21m, many of which have been zoned for this height since prior to amalgamation. The remaining lots are capped at 15m, 12m or 8.5m depending on their location and zoning. I urge residents to use the “My Property Look Up” tool on the council website and view the building height overlay map for information about specific blocks of land. Alternatively residents can contact my office on 5433 2958 or email me on brooke.savige@ moretonbay.qld.gov.au for more information.

Once again I apologise for any misunderstanding or inconvenience.

Kind Regards, Brooke Savige Dear Editor, I write in response to a number of letters written by “Farley”, published in the October issue of “The Bribie Islander”. The letters highlight a number of concerns of

which I would like to address for the author and other residents.

Firstly the author seeks information relating to the painting of Water Tanks on Bribie Island. The project to paint the Bongaree and Woorim water towers is part of a community engagement project run by Unitywater at the direct request of residents.

This project has already undergone stage one of consultation with stage two currently being undertaken.

Stage three will see residents have the opportunity to vote on their favourite design and this opportunity will be well communicated to residents prior to voting commencing.

This is a brilliant community project and I strongly suggest all residents get involved in the voting process so we can see our tired water towers rejuvenated with beautiful artwork that depicts who we are and why Bribie Island really is the most amazing place in the world. For more information, please visit https://www.unitywater.com/ community/communityartwork-program Another concern raised by the author in a separate letter to the editor was that of Bribie Island being ‘full’ and of building heights on Bribie Island. I regularly speak with residents who ask about the population capping of Bribie Island. Whilst Bribie Island does not have an official population cap (no State Government Legislation exists to allow council to cap population per say), we know that Bribie Island is landlocked by ocean and National Park.

We will see redevelopment of sites but this is also limited by zoning. What has become clear recently is that residents are concerned about the building heights currently in place. Council has heard these concerns and subsequently, on the 3rd October, moved a motion to review planning heights across the region with the possibility of including any potential changes in

subsequent planning scheme amendments. I will keep residents informed of this review process and will engage with the community for further feedback should the review highlight the opportunity for our building heights on Bribie Island to be altered.

Another concern raised by the author was around the 4 x 4 beach access tracks and camping and fishing areas requiring improvement and the suggestion that ratepayers should be exempt from paying for permits. Beach permits and the 4x4 tracks and camping and fishing areas to the North of Bribie Island are the jurisdiction of the State Government under the Department of Parks and Wildlife. Consequently council are unable to provide exemptions to residents for use of these areas. I encourage the author and any other concerned residents to direct their suggestions to the State Member for their consideration.

Lastly, the author highlights a particular pothole at the rounda-bout near the skate park along Sunderland Drive. I am pleased to inform Farley and readers that council have heard the complaints of residents.

We have noticed that simple repair jobs on this particular pot hole are not working and subsequently a road resurfacing job is scheduled for this financial year with final construction plans being drawn up at the moment. I have specifically requested this particular pothole be made a priority for more substantial repair work as part of this project.

As always, I welcome feedback, concerns and suggestions from residents as without your input I cannot advocate for you. I would also like to thank the editor for affording me the opportunity to respond as above.

Kind Regards, Brooke Savige

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Dear Editor,

Is it only me that has noticed how suppliers to the supermarket chains are using slight of hand to relieve us of more of our hard earned.

We all recall the Cadbury chocolate block fiasco, following on from that has been the NEW Fun size bars.

I fail to see any fun in paying more and getting less. Did anyone else pick up that one of our basic necessities (toilet rolls) have had a massive 25% reduction in size. Try finding a brand that still gives you 240 sheets, betcha can’t. 180 sheets is the standard now.

Fortunately, the price also had a similar reduction..... no sorry it DIDN’T. My latest find is Mount Franklin water. Brought to you by the manufacturers of Coca Cola this product has also gone on an extreme diet, the new bottle size is now 500ml down from the previous 600ml. Mind you, the sneaky buggers at Coke have left the bottle the same height as before, just become 16.66% slimmer. No mention of NEW size or LOWER cost with this baby though just let it slide through to the keeper. We, the consumer won’t see the difference. I’m sure there are many, many more examples of this skulduggery out there.

Just goes to show, not all the thieves wear masks.

Mark Hooper Woorim Dear Editor, I would like you to consider publishing my reply to Tony Longland’s letter to the Editor in Issue 39 of The Bribie Islander.

In reply to Tony Longland’s comments and assertations….

I have had Swiss cheese with less holes than your waffle.

On a positive note I have no problem with ‘bona fide’ refugees coming here legally - but never illegally as most have been.

Regards John Goss

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Dear Editor Just woken up or justifying his junket

Dear Editor

Wakey, wakey Bob, we (the ordinary folk) have been saying this for weeks about the Turnbull Government wasting money on a $122 million plebiscite that at the end of the day means nothing except “passing the buck” on decision making,

Luckily no I am not a cancer survivor myself – but my mother had breast cancer and I have one brother (deceased) and another with prostate cancer. Now my 56 year old son has aggressive prostate cancer. Also, I was told years ago, there was a correlation between mothers’ breast cancer and her ‘male’ children getting prostate cancer. True in our family and many friends.

Today’s Headlines Former prime minister Bob Hawke has taken aim at the Turnbull government’s same-sex marriage postal survey, claiming it is the worst economic decision made by any prime minister “since federation”.

Mr Hawke made the remark today during a Q&A session at the National Press Club with former foreign minister Gareth Evans.

“It costs 122 million bloody dollars,” Mr Hawke said. “Can you imagine a Prime Minister would make a decision in these stringent times, spending $122 million on a process that can’t produce a result?”

Obviously Hawke needs to justify being on the lucrative retirement package he draws each year.

It is long overdue that these “large Junkets” be done away with, Australia needs to reduce whatever it can from Parliamentary costs, I just wish the Media would investigate the costs of paying ex Parliamentarians on retirement (including those at State level in the various States).

Flights being the first thing to go, for the ordinary workers when you retire that is the end to your conditions of service.

If you are lucky enough to have a private pension that is it, for the rest it is an occasional added allowance of about $4,20 - $5.20 per week.

Farley

Close to my Heart – Prostrate Cancer

I know men have this I’m OK attitude and the first reply ‘not going to do that so-called finger test’. Well you can have a simple PSA blood test – 5 minutes of your time guys. Did you know prostate cancer, in our men is overtaking women’s breast cancer and we need better awareness of this statistic.

Are there support groups for these men? Besides Hospital visits I never see much publicity on this subject, if there is please publish it.

Beryl Howe, Bongaree Dear Editor I look forward to receiving The Bribie Islander each month and read from the front page to the last page.

What a surprise last month when I got to page 53 and there was my photo I had taken of the 3 pelicans. I am particularly proud of this photo, as it was raining when I was at Banksia Beach and I held the umbrella in one hand and the camera in the other.

I couldn’t believe when I saw the 3 pelicans and I titled the photo ‘Marching Pelicans’.

Thank you for printing the photo in your paper and I would encourage amateurs like myself to send their photos in. I do not belong to a photography club and had no experience taking photos.

I take my camera on my walks and have captured a lot of different photos of many varieties.

I also collect many copies of your paper and sent articles to various family and friends.

Jokes and poetry to some.

Marg Webber’s articles and photography, art centre news and any other interesting articles which I think they would like. They look forward to receiving their mail and having a good laugh at the jokes.

My electricity bill from the supplier AGL was total amount due payable on 3rd February 2014 of $165.00.

The most recent electricity bill that I have received which was due date payable on 7th August 2017 was $257.99, from the same supplier with a cash payable difference in approximately 3.5 year period difference of $92.51 cents.

Some of these people have lived on the Island and still love to receive news about it. I have been told how lucky we all are to have a great local paper and they wish theirs was so interesting.

After checking recently, prices and costs of electricity supply with other electricity essential service providers that I contacted, I found that the ones I approached had similar charges.

I also like how you give all the locals a fair go.

I have always had a mobile phone on a limited pre-pay months plan with Telstra, also a home phone, which was up to last year after all the time that I have lived here at the same address, has been subsidised, rental free for aged pensioners which I only occurred charges for my phone calls. As I am an old aged pensioner living on my own, I felt more comfortable knowing that I had a back-up home phone if my mobile phone dropped out, if there was to occur a health or safety risk or emergency. This year my free aged pensioner supplement of free rental on my home phone was stopped and I now have found myself with an over $300 p.a. home phone rental charge, before the costs of phone calls is added.

Wish you good time ahead.

Theresa McHenry, Banksia Beach Dear Editor Citizens of today are old aged pensioners of tomorrow I am an old aged pensioner on the old aged pension and I have been dwelling in the same 1 bedroom Department of Housing and Homelessness unit for over 8 years with absolutely no changes to my white goods including – fridge, washing machine, my home entertainment appliances which include – TV, DVD video player and combined radio and CD Player. I have not got and have never owned a computer, dishwashing machine appliance, clothes dryer or other separate small freezer.

I have one fluorescent light in the kitchen that is supposed to be a cheaper electricity user, which in most instances is only on in the early morning and evenings. There is an electric hot water system in my unit to service my kitchen sink, bathroom vanity and washing machine, as well as a four-burner upright stove/ oven for cooking. The hot water system also services my shower facility in the bathroom.

I am being intentionally sarcastic in saying thank you to our present Prime Minister and present Federal Government and also to the multi-million p.a. profit telecommunications conglomerate Telstra for allowing this to occur to old aged pensioners, especially those with on-going health problems who may not have in some instances any other income to assist their old age pension such as superannuation, monetary or property assets, who in most instances paid the top bracket tax on their income all their working

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lives. Thank you also for the ‘generous’ approximately $3 a week, Federal Government approved increase in the old age pension which comes into effect on the 20th October 2017. I think and am beginning to believe that it has been either forgotten or deliberately ignored that the old aged pensioner of today, some who have had serious health problems in the past, and who have been past full top bracket tax paying citizens who combined with all the multitudes of other tax paying working citizens have helped pay in their day the huge politicians salary, superannuation and perks without even mentioning tax funded cost of defence, public servants and their salaries and superannuation entitlements as well as many other tax paid costs to run this beautiful country of ours, Australia.

I have not even included in my letter all the other numerous cost increases that have impacted on all the citizens of Australia, not just the old aged pensioners, of petrol, food, transport and medical insurances and expenses, where applicable, and increases in health costs such as doctors, dental, pharmacy, hospital operations and various other necessary hospital services and as nearly everybody knows, the list goes on and on. I respectfully hope that the Australian R.S.L. and EX Services Organisations do not mind my using their 6.00pm one of remembrance minutes silence ode in all Australian R.S.L. and ex Services Clubs in saying to our present Prime Minister and our present Federal Government to take a closer look and bring yourselves to pay attention to the present day

BRIBIE ISLAND CHURCH TIMES Transformation Centre (an ACC Church) 195 First Ave, Bongaree P: 07 3408 0355 E: info@transformationcentre.org.au Sunday Services: 9:30am (includes Kids Program) Youth Program: Transform Youth 7pm-9pm Friday Nights Rangers: Bribie Rangers 6pm7:30pm Monday Nights 2nd Hand Shop: The Mercy Shop - Monday to Friday (8.30am - 3.30pm) Food Bank: The Storehouse Tuesdays & Fridays (8:30am 12noon) Counselling & Prayer Counselling: Bribie Wholeness Centre Tuesdays & Wednesdays Bribie Island Baptist Church 7-9 Cotterill Avenue, Bongaree OFFICE : 07 3450 4039. Email: info@bribiebaptist.com Pastor Ray AirosaServices 8:30 Traditional Service 10:15 Families service(Kids Church) Sandstone Community Church Sandstone Point Community Complex Behind Shopping Centre Information: Gavin Haigh Ph 0407 888 409 P: 5429 5835 Service: 4pm Sunday Bribie INC Christian Outreach Centre Shop 7/1 Toorbul St, Bongaree P: 3408 0429 M: 0408 455 508 E: cocbi@bigpond.com

Services: Saturdays 7pm light supper provided (1hr service) Sundays 9am kids ministry & morning tea provided (1hr 15min service) Youth Culture Shop 7/1 Toorbul St, Bongaree (Christian Outreach Centre building) P: Briony 0422 140 805 or Peter 0411 575 044 When: Every Friday 7pm-8:30pm Uniting Church Cnr Webster/Hill St, Bongaree P: 3408 4151 E: bribieislanduc@gmail.com bribieunitingchurch.weebly.com Sunday Service: 8:30 am All age worship Messy Church: 2nd Sunday @ 4pm Informal worship for all ages Men’s Breakfast: 1st Saturday @ 6:45am Ladies Fellowship: 3rd Wednesday @ 9am Ladies Coffee Morning: 1st Wednesday @ 10am Children’s Choir: Thursday @ 3:30pm Know Your Bible: 2nd/4th Wednesday @ 3pm Bribie Island Church of Christ Bribie Island Church of Christ meets Sunday for Worship Service 9.30am, including Communion.

Cnr Foley Street and Fifth Avenue, Bongaree. Op Shop (Bargain Shed) located behind the Church building, Open 8.30am – 12noon weekdays (closed public holidays).

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disgusting situation and plight of our old age pensioners and ex Servicemen and ex Serviceman and ex Servicewomen who are enduring in proud silence, not wanting to give the impression of being any sort of a burden to a possibly unaware, rest of, in most instances, well off Australia that they are in urgent need ‘right now’ of not only monetary assistance but various other types of assistance, based on individual needs, that organisation that they, in most cases, are in contact with are aware of and for our present Prime Minister and present Government politicians not to ignore or forget the R.S.L.’s immortal, respectful and dignified words of their ode, ‘LEST WE FORGET’.

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