The Bribie Islander Issue 185

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ISSUE 185 Feb 24, 2023

ISSUE 185 Feb 24, 2023

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The Bribie Islander Magazine respectfully acknowledges and recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, winds, and waters where we live, learn and work. We recognise their connection to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects and acknowledge the important role of Elders past, present and emerging for they hold the memories of the traditions, cultures, and aspirations of Australia’s First Nations peoples.

We acknowledge any Sorry Business that may be affecting individuals, families, and communities. We promise to be respectful, take lead from the community and walk together with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and organisations. We recognise that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture is rich and diverse and that we have a responsibility to facilitate efforts that account for this to ensure equity for all. We celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, in particular the strength, resilience and courage that has occurred over time and now inspires current and future generations.

Dear Readers,

Welcome to edition 185. I hope you all are keeping safe and well. I am really wishing we had a time machine to take us back to the age when things seemed a lot simpler. All I see lately is the digress of our society as a whole. Kids and teenagers with no rules or consequences for their actions, elder bashings, domestic violence, homicides, theft, break-ins, and home invasions, all seem to be on the rise. The systems we have in place are obviously not working and I think that has a lot to do with the fact we no longer live in a society as we used to. As the old

saying goes, “it takes a village to raise a child.” Those days are slowly fading away. The days when you knew your neighbours, you knew the parents of your children’s friends, teachers, police and parents were spoken to with respect and it was unheard of to have our emergency workers attacked while trying to give aid to those in need.

Something needs to change, and it needs to change quickly before everything that is good and wonderful in the world disappears as we will become too fearful to go out and enjoy them and manners, respect, honesty and freedom is a thing of

the past. Well now I have had my rant, I will leave you to enjoy the magazine, I realize a lot of you will have differing opinions, but due to recent events, I feel the need to speak up and say “ENOUGH IS ENOUGH”

Take care, stay safe,

Cherrie

CONTRIBUTORS

Marj

Peter

Peter Dallimore

Philip Arlidge

Robyn-

Sue Wighton

Anne Matthews Al Finegan Barry Clark Bribie Bait & Tackle

Colin Walker

David Horrocks

Elaine Lutton

Joie Scheinpflug

John Traill

Karyn Chalk

Katherine Miller

Kathy Vincent

Maria Christina

Webber

Schinkel

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2023 COLOUR trends WITH ECO HAIR

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1. Smoked Marshmallow

If you have naturally dark hair and are curious about going blonde, smoked marshmallow might be the trend for you. This rooted blonde colour features brunette roots that gradually transition to platinum blonde ends using lowlights and highlights to create a seamless, dimensional look similar to balayage and ombre but with playful use of colour and shadow toning during the transition adding that extra wow.

2. It’s dubbed the Expensive Brunette Look

Brunette hair tends to have the reputation of being a basic hue, but it doesn’t have to be boring. Variation of carefully placed more noticeable highlights yet avoiding a regrowth situation, compliment Layers and movement. There are various ways to spice up your beautiful brunette with alternating warm and cooltoned touches.

Cool me a popular choice. And have become extremely popular to control brassy undertones and rather go with, than against, the natural tones, making this new colour so easy to maintain and looks amazing in brunette hair.

3. Grey Hair and taking the bright out of White to soften.

Hybrid hair colour high-speed toners leave no regrowth, shades that blend two hues into one have made quite a name for themselves in the

beauty world, and white hair is no exception. It's Bold, chic, and combines notes of natural with shimmery neutral results.

4. Pastel Hair

Pastel is here to stay, inspired by social media, with trends such as mermaid hair, unicorn hair

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proving there are plenty of ways to rock multi-coloured hair and can really change the whole look, matching the right pastel with skin tone.

5. Mocha Hair

Coffee-inspired hues have become a top pick in the colour world, the mocha hair is the latest trend to join the family, this gorgeous shade has a rich brunette base with a mix of highlights and

lowlights that can add definition and is a neutral shade, so this hair colour will make a flattering choice for all skin tones.

6. Mushroom Brown

Cool-toned hair colours are a trendy option that can shake up your colour with their multidimensional allure. The most sought-after, colour is none other than the mushroom brown hair which is as close to nature intended and just so beautiful.

7. Holiday Hair is micro highlights

Balayage and Bronde yes Bronde (brown/blonde) Have reigned supreme for years, but when it comes to soft caramel colour in 2023 Celebrity hairstylist Travis Balcke says it’s all about creating Holiday Hair. Overall colour trends become refined and polished with the incorporation of Root Melts and shadow toning, making Balayage and highlighted hair

look and feel more natural. It is very standard to have balayage and ombre hair professionally toned on a monthly basis to make to most of your beautifully highlighted hair.

8. Going Natural

Is and can be a beautiful option, with a great haircut the salt and pepper look with a Cruella (white streak at the front) can be so stylish. We specialize in colour removal also, to help you through growing out old colours, you don’t have to be two-toned. We can also advise if you have enough antique blonde to pull off this look. Pop in and ask the Girls are more than happy to help.

From the Eco Team @ Eco Village Hair

L J Aesthetics Where great skin happens

WHAT IS BIO FILLER?

Bio filler is created as we take about 30mls of your blood; separate the blood component into (PRP) platelet-rich plasma & (PPP) Platelet poor plasma, this is then filtered, heated & cooled to specific temperatures to create a gel using your own biology. This bio gel is injected via a cannula into the skin and the gel release growth factors. Over the following 3-6 months the skin appearance will improve due to an increase in stem cells & growth factor activity. The Bio filler improves the production of collagen & elastin fibers resulting in healthy firmer, fuller rejuvenated looking skin.

THE MOST NATURAL WAY TO REVERSE SKIN AGING.

• Natural results without looking as having aesthetic treatments.

• Does not cause allergic reactions, or any long-term adverse effects.

• Better tolerated than hyaluronic acid dermal fillers

• Can be done at any age as the most natural treatment to prevent aging.

WHO IS BIO FILLER SUITABLE FOR?

Bio Filler is a skin rejuvenation treatment designed for someone that doesn’t want or can’t have traditional HA fillers. Bio filler is for someone that wants a more natural fuller brighter appearance to their skin. Treatment results can be visible after a single session, however, due to the nature of the bio filler, over time it gets partially absorbed by the body. The volume effects last 4-6 months postsingle treatment, repeated treatments may assist in reverse aging, skin laxity, and volume, with longevity of 12 months plus. Some areas that we can treat include the face, back of hands, neck, chest & under the eyes, hip dips & knees.

5-7ml bio filler

Bribie Island welcomes Mandy Prenc and her business Sanctuary Healing Beauty!

After 30 years of experience in the massage, healing and day spa industries Mandy has relocated from Victoria to the beautiful Bribie Island, Queensland (who blames her!). She is now operating her Sanctuary Healing Beauty business in Bellara and offers services including hot stone deep tissue massage, beauty treatments including facials, tinting and waxing along with healing services including reiki and clairvoyant tarot readings. A little bit about Mandy!

Born with an intuitive gift Mandy decided to develop her skills and begin her journey into the art of tarot when she completed an accredited tarot course in Melbourne in her late 20s. She discovered the joys of reading for others and a

passion for helping those who request guidance on their life’s journey. Mandy has provided tarot readings for people in all different life stages and various challenges with her main goal always being to provide healing and direction.

Developing upon her healing skills, Mandy went on to complete her Reiki |, Reiki || and Reiki Masters certificates. She has refined her abilities over her years of practice and has developed her own unique way of clearing the chakras of the body.

Continuing her journey, in 2008 Mandy became an accredited Beauty Therapist. She understood beauty as a vehicle to provide healing in a new and exciting way for her clients, making them feel uplifted and confident. During her service as a Beauty Therapist, Mandy was exposed to the world of massage and went on to

become an accredited massage therapist. During her work in this field, Mandy became the head therapist at a popular day spa before she then decided to open her own day spa business at a local accommodation provider before coming to Bribie.

Mandy’s core values for her business are to ensure her clients feel relaxed, balanced and at peace, intending to make them feel good from the moment they walk in!

Mandy is excited to provide her services to the residents and visitors of Bribie Island! As a welcome gift to new clients, Mandy is offering an introductory offer of a 1-hour hot stone, deep tissue massage for $70 or a 1-hour deep cleansing facial for $50. To book an appointment or request further information on treatments or a price list you can call or text Mandy on 0418 863 404.

Say goodbye to Mascara, Lash Curlers or Lash Extensions, and with a YUMI™ Keratin Lash Lift, wake up feeling Amazing!

WHAT IS A YUMI™ KERATIN LASH LIFT

• It is the ideal way to enhance the natural beauty of eyelashes in a painless, safe, and non-invasive way. This high-quality lash lift solution works by boosting and lifting each individual lash to its full natural potential, combined with tinting the lash to give the illusion of thickness; it gives your eyelashes the perfect curl and lift, and an “open eye” look. Your eyes will look brighter, youthful, and glamorous with this lash lift treatment with no need for fake eyelashes or traditional lash extensions (which can be potentially harmful to the natural lash).

• Overall, you should see a more dramatic looking lash.

• Our hero ingredient

– Keratin - Inside YUMI™ products is where science meets beauty. Keratin is a naturally occurring protein present in our hair, nails, and eyelashes. However, our lashes gradually lose Keratin due to exposure to sunlight, chemicals in cosmetics, and pollutants. Lashes also become weaker and more prone to fallout as we age

• Additionally, applying a Lash Serum to your eyelashes will help keep your eyelashes strong, soft, and healthymaking the lash curl last even longer. Either the Yumi™

Keratin Nourishing Serum or Yumi™ Biotin Serum (which gently stimulates the growth of lashes) is recommended, and is available to purchase at appointment.

• The treatment is very relaxing, which lasts up to an hour and a half, and Vanessa aims for an all round Zen experience with gentle music and lovely setting. Clients have likened it to a therapy experience, where they can come and switch off and just relax for a while.

• GIFT VOUCHERS are available, and a Great idea for Birthdays and Special Events• The YUMI™ Keratin Lash Lift - also includes an Upper Lash Tint and Keratin Nourishing Treatment -

All Just for $99 !

Nutrimetics Products are also available. Australian brand, naturally enriched, cruelty free. Nutrimetics website: https:// www.nutrimetics.com.au/ vanessataylorforevervee

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gallery of pictures and more info

Vanessa Taylor

M: 0412 273 530

Facebook: Forever Vee

Instagram: @vanessa.taylor. forever.vee

Website: ForeverVee.com

• Vanessa is a local resident to Bribie Island, with a love for Health, Lifestyle, Community and Wealth.

• Her Lash Lift and Beauty studio is based in Banksia Beach

• Bookings are available by prior appointment throughout the week (evenings and weekend by special request)

• Support Local especially Small Businesses!

Keratin Lash Lift

Is a lash-boosting treatment giving your natural lashes length, height, volume and shape, as well as a tint to make them look bolder and more defined. Enhanced with Keratin. Naturally complimenting your eyes in the most powerful way

This is a tribute to a beautiful kind soul, Bill (William) Christie. A great Dad, Grandad and best mate that is truly missed. A man with the biggest heart that touched so many hearts wherever he ventured in life. A man who would put everyone else before himself to help them out. It is with great sadness that we farewell Bill (William) Christie.

Working as a Firefighter and Painter starting in Brisbane before heading to Mt Isa, Townsville, Hervey Bay and finally settling at Bribie Island to call it home. Bill enjoyed time with family, friends and his pets, as well as having a good laugh and venturing into the outdoors, especially getting out on the boat for a cruise. Bill is survived by his daughter, Kellee, two sons, William and Benjamin and grandchildren, Millie, Samantha, Lachlan and Marleigh.

We force nae friend; we fear nae foe. Forever in our hearts and forever missed. Until we meet again. Love you always and forever Dad. Your loving family and friends xo

$99

Includes:Lash Lift, Lash Tint & Keratin Nourishing Treatment (Lash lift lasts 6-12 weeks)

Walking Meditation

In today's society, we seem to want a quick fix for all our problems. A pill to take to cure some ailment and a fast answer. Part of the yoga path is to see the person comprising of as many different elements to make the whole being. You have body, mind, breath and soul. Some of our ailments are to do with today's way of life.

Hi, hope everyone is feeling well. Today I am going to talk about walking Meditation as it is an awesome tool for those that struggle with other exercises and for those who may struggle with Meditation. The monks have used this form of Meditation for centuries and are still doing so. You may think well this is easy, just walk, but you need to be mindful of your thoughts and your body while doing this. Start as always with a few deep breaths to calm and ground yourself, then start walking at a set pace that is comfortable to you and one can maintain. Now I want you to concentrate on your breathing and the movement of your body, you can also concentrate on your surroundings like the bird's trees and natural surroundings.

Twisted Willow Yoga

Every time your thoughts wander, I want you to bring your mind back to your breath. They will wander and this is normal, but we are training our minds to focus on our body movement and surroundings.

This may be harder than you think. We are so busy these days that our mind tries to focus on other things and self-talk which is not always positive, so we are bringing it back to basics. The monks will sometimes chant as they walk to keep the mind focused, but I realise this is not practical or comfortable for most people. Do not get discouraged if your mind repeatedly wanders or you have trouble focusing, this takes practice but with this, the benefits for your health and well-being will be well worth it. This is good to use to deal with stress and as a daily exercise as well. After this when your mind is calm might be a good time to take stock of your life and take time to see where stress and suffering may be coming from and whether are they the results of choices made or trying to fulfil goals set too high for us. Remember to be kind to yourself and others and at the end of the day, material objects are not worth our suffering.

Sending love and light your way.

Namaste, Karyn

Dr Mike Esmailzadeh will be joining the team here at Bribie Island Medical Centre as of 13/02/2023. Dr Mike will be available Mondays Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. He will also be taking on new patients. Dr Mike, who graduated in 1996, has many years’ experience in General Practice as well as teaching, He has commenced his practice in Australia in 2019.

Dr Mike is a driven GP who enjoys all aspect of General practice and has an appreciation for the complexities of Chronic Conditions Management such as Diabetes, Cardiovascular disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, Asthma and COPD as well as Mental Health.

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Bribie Island VIEW Club

OUR VISION - WOMEN CREATING AND LEADING A MORE INCLUSIVE SOCIETY.

Our mission - As a leading voice and valued support network for women VIEW actively raises awareness of, and participates in, the work of The Smith Family.

VIEW Clubs of Australia is a valued part of The Smith Family. Through social, community and fundraising activities VIEW members have supported the work of The Smith Family for 60 years.

VIEW is proud to be The Smith Family’s single largest community sponsor of Learning for Life Students.

We do this because we believe that by helping disadvantaged children succeed at school, we can have a lasting impact on their lives and potential generations to come.

Members enjoy directly helping children and young people in need reach their potential through education. Volunteering roles include tutoring at Smith Family after-school Learning Clubs, and mentoring secondary school students to provide career and study advice.

Bribie Island VIEW Club currently sponsors six students.

The next Bribie Island VIEW Club function is the International Women’s Day Breakfast which will take place on Wednesday March 8, 2023 starting at 8.00am at the Pacific Harbour Golf & Country Club Banksia Beach. If you would like to come along to this function, tickets go on sale from 13th February 2023. Please contact Stella Auchter on 0419 796 476 or stella31@outlook.com.au

VIEW: a national network of women supporting the work of The Smith Family through volunteering, fundraising and sponsoring disadvantaged students on the Learning for Life program.

10 years-experience in shockwave therapy

RADIAL /FOCUSED SHOCKWAVE THERAPY

VIEW Members & guests enjoying IWD breakfast 2022

90 MINUTE TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING SESSIONIncluding various techniques and tools from other disciplines including Positive Psychology & Hypnosis, so you can gain the outcomes you want. • Empowerment & Mindset

60 MINUTE HYPNOTHERAPY SESSION –Hypnotherapy can be used to improve many different issues you may wish to overcome such as: the release of negative emotions, the feelings of stress and overwhelm. It is also used to gain more self-confidence, self-esteem so you can feel happier, healthier, more relaxed, and more empowered.

To Register your interest in Group Meditation & Hypnotherapy Sessions, Life Coaching Workshops - Please contact me via email, phone or SMS

ACUPUNCTURE FOR SCIATICA

One of the main nerves in our legs is called the sciatic nerve which traverses from the lower back, through the buttock and down the leg. When the nerve is inflamed, pain, numbness, and/or weakness is often felt in the buttock and upper leg - in some cases the pain can travel down to the feet, down the back or side of the leg. Sciatica can literally be a big pain in the butt!

It is estimated that up to 40% of people experience sciatica at some point during their lives, most commonly in people in their 40’s or 50’s, and more commonly in men than women. Sciatic pain may be constant or it may be felt as a sudden pinching sensation. Oftentimes sciatica cannot be blamed on a specific trauma - sometimes simply bending, lifting, or straining may aggravate it. Even sitting for extended periods, such as during long car rides, may be the culprit. Pain is triggered when pressure is put on the sciatic nerve such as from the spinal discs or tight muscles, or more seriously spinal disc herniation, when a portion of the spinal disc bulges out of the spinal column and pushes on the sciatic nerve, or spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the spinal canal.

Fortunately tight muscles or spasms are the most common

cause of sciatica, which can be treated more easily. Often the root cause is a tight piriformis muscle in the buttocks, but other muscles in the lower back and pelvic region often contribute to sciatic pain. Acupuncture has been shown to be an effective treatment for sciatica, eliminating or significantly decreasing pain and increasing quality of life. Research has shown acupuncture to be successful in treating back pain and sciatica through the following mechanisms:

• Stimulating nerves located in muscles and other tissues, leading to the release of endorphins which relieves stress and pain

• Reducing inflammation and muscle stiffness and increasing joint mobility by increasing blood circulation in the affected area

• Promoting regeneration of the sciatic nerve.

Acupuncture is a popular and effective treatment for sciatica which is without the side effects of prescription pain medications like NSAIDs and muscle relaxers. Clinical guidelines for low back pain in the United States are now almost universally recommending acupuncture for low back pain over previouslyfavoured pharmaceutical and surgical options. The American College of Physicians, Medicare/Medicaid and the

Joint Commission (which establishes criteria for hospital accreditation) have all recommended acupuncture for low back pain.

NEW TO ACUPUNCTURE?

We treat a wide range of conditions and clients at our clinic - so far the youngest client we’ve had was 4 years old and our oldest was 91! For many, acupuncture is their go-to treatment but we also see many new clients each week that have never had acupuncture before but are keen for a different approach for their health.

So what happens at your first acupuncture appointment?

During your first appointment we like to get a thorough understanding of your condition, the severity, how long you’ve had it, and how it impacts your quality of life. Where applicable, we will also perform a physical assessment and discuss your health goals. We develop an initial treatment plan which will allow us to better understand your individual response to acupuncture, as some people respond quickly, while others take a bit longer. This will help us determine how many treatments you may require. Where do the needles go? Well, it depends! Both Jessica and Wendy have studied a number of acupuncture styles (there are many!), so we customise

the treatment for the client based on our assessment and your requirements. For some, climbing on top of a treatment table is one of the last things they want to do, so we’re happy to treat clients whilst they are seated in a chair with just their shirt sleeves and pant legs rolled up. We in fact have many clients that have restricted mobility come for treatment. Sometimes acupuncture needles are placed at the site of concern, for example on the back for back pain, where other times we use the body’s internal wiring and put needles in the arm, for example, to treat the back. The needles are about the thickness of two human hairs and are onetime use. Many of our clients fall asleep during treatment and all leave very relaxed.

If you’d like to make a booking or if you’d like to discuss whether acupuncture and Chinese medicine is right for you, please contact usJessica, Wendy, and Katherine - via our website www. bribieacupuncture.com.au or call 0423 160 228. You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @bribieacupuncture. HICAPS is available onsite.

Pensioner discounts available.

Bribie Acupuncture

4/29 Benabrow Avenue, Bellara (behind the James Moore law office).

Acupuncturists Wendy Ryan BHSc. Acup. (left) and Jessica Yung BHSc. Acup (right) and Receptionist Katherine Williamson (centre).

Love Languages, what are they?

Here we are with the first month of the year now over, and well into February, which also holds a day dedicated to love; though, shouldn’t we express our greatest love for another, every day???

Gary Chapman began noticing patterns in couples he was counselling; he noticed they were misunderstanding each other’s needs, which then led him to write “The five love languages”, which describes the ways that people receive and express love. Understanding someone’s love language helps you show someone you care for them, and speak to their heart. We all express and receive love differently. Learning and understanding those differences can have a meaningful impact on your relationships. Whilst we may relate to most of these languages, one or two may stand out the most.

Uncovering your and your partners’ love language may create a better understanding of each other’s needs.

WHAT ARE THEY?

Words of Affirmation

This is expressing affection through verbal and written words of praise, or appreciation, including frequent “I love you’s”, words of encouragement, love notes, poems, kind uplifting words and pointing out what they do well.

Quality Time

Someone with this love language wants undivided attention. They feel most loved when you are completely present, just with them. This means putting down your phone, turning off the TV, and making eye contact as well as actively listening.

Physical Touch

A person with physical touch as their primary love language feels love through physical affection, when they consent to it. Holding hands, cuddling, a massage or intimacy. They value the feeling of warmth and comfort; they simply want to be close physically.

Acts of Service

This is when you go out of your way and do nice things for them such as:

• Making them dinner

• Giving them a cup of tea

• Helping with errands

• Tidying up things for them

If a person’s main love language is acts of service, they'll notice and appreciate the little things you do for them.

Receiving Gifts

When a person values gifts, it’s a "visual symbol of love". It’s not about the value of the gift, it’s more about the thought. Taking the time to choose a gift, especially for your partner shows them that you know them They treasure not only the gift itself but also the time and effort the gift-giver put into it.

Love languages are a useful tool to improve how we communicate and express ourselves to each other, though, this is only one aspect to be considered. Need help creating more loving relationships? Individuals and couples are welcome. Phone: 0405 361 882 or reach out on FB: MariaChristina.Love Always with love, Maria Christina x

By Heenam Kim

Improve Menopausal Symptoms, Mood Swings, Anxiety & Hot Flushes Naturally.

ost women go through a menopause transition, “The Change”. It can be overwhelming experience for both women and their families. You go through bouts of depression, anxiety, and all of sudden you want to cry and become over sensitive. Often patients prescribed HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) drugs, or anti - depressant medication.

Unfortunately, they all have undesirable side effects, the most common side effects of taking HRT are weight gains, headaches or migraines, loss of hair on their head, the hair thins, also encourage cysts to grow fibroids, this happens because more estrogen is in the body. HRT is an artificial hormone going into your system, some people can

tolerate really well, while others don’t. They are natural herbal formulas to treat your symptoms if you want to explore natural ways to manage your symptoms, you can either make an appointment with one of naturopaths or come and talk to Kim at the shop.

Let’s unravel this menopausal mood swings. Why on earth do women at menopausal ages are experience this horrible emotional roller coast? I’ve heard these mood swings can be trace back to unresolved emotional issues. It is said unresolved emotions can cause chemical reaction in the body. Many women are good at bottling up their emotions in order to carry on everyday lives. Especially if they also have to deal with their family problems, while

they are going through this stage of life and feel helpless to control the situation any longer. Or simply, they have had enough. Even in this period of life things are not settling down in the way they wanted and worked so hard for. Sometimes they get so irritated, harmful thoughts go through their mind, then they are horrored by such thoughts and confused about their irrational state of mind. Why is this happening to them? One of estrogen functions is to help produce serotonin which controls mood, sleep and more. Now with declining estrogen the emotional debris which were so irritated kept under the carpet are surfacing. It’s more like the carpet has been removed, and all those feelings once supressed are now over flowing and they don’t know what to do with these raw emotions. Sometimes they don’t even know those emotions existed inside. Some people are shocked at experiencing this crazy evil monster living within themselves. Perhaps now is the time to reflect on your life and bring out any unsettled and forgotten innermost feelings and free yourself from them.

I’m a certified NLP (Neuro

Linguistic programming) practitioner and and I can definitely help you to release your blocked emotions. NLP promises virtually any problem you have or any dysfunctional cycle you run can be broken. Your past doesn’t have to be an indicator of the future. This is a set of technique that can reprogramme your nervous system. Please call us for further information or making an appointment, 07 3410 0521. We are located next to Bribie Island Medical centre in Bellara, just off the 1st round about after Bribie Bridge and drive into the shopping complex where you can see LH Hooker.

13/19 Benabrow Av, Bellara Shopping town, Bribie Island

SMELL SMELL

By Sue Wighton

Do you smell? How do you smell? How often do you smell? We take our sense of smell for granted. But it’s a sense that could use a bit more of a profile. After all, if we didn’t smell we couldn’t taste, or navigate the world around us.

Just take a moment to think of your favourite foods – how that first waft of warm toast in the morning carries so much with it. This smell of toast always makes me think of my childhood, the love of my parents, and a feeling of safety and warmth. It’s the optimistic aroma of a new day, a fresh start.

We can thank our Italian and Greek friends for the robust smell of garlic and its promise of something delicious to come! And of course, we all know the trick of simply cooking onions, and how this smell is guaranteed to start the tastebuds going, regardless of the recipe.

Smells can transport us back to another time and place. I remember my first day of prac. teaching when I was at Teacher’s College. It brought back that unique smell of my old primary school (yours too, I imagine) … the odour of children's sweat and old bananas in musty ‘globite’ school bags. I should have listened to my sense of smell back then (can you listen to smells? I think you can). Should have run for the hills. Instead, I inflicted myself on the innocent owners of those smelly globite bags for years. Thanks to me, there’s a cohort of folks out there who still can’t do long division!

Only recently I smelled a hand cream that was exactly like the Herco lotion my mum used to buy. Green container. Herco Olivol. I can smell it

still. I cried.

There are some smells that make us recoil in horror … nature’s way of telling us to beware. Sour milk. Maggoty bins. Cat poo. Oysters. (Maybe that last one is just me.) I was brought up not to mention smells. In my middle-class childhood, it was considered impolite. And naturally (or not) we all want to present our more fragrant selves to the world. But in life, let’s face it, stuff pongs – sweet, not so sweet, and sometimes, downright rank. Our noses allow us to experience a complete range of scents, which remind us of our animal beginnings. Maybe that’s why we’re all a bit squeamish about this much-neglected sense.

Our sense of smell helps us choose a partner, or a meal, as well as a manufactured fragrance to apply to our clean bodies. Hey …we’re all aware that not only does sex sell, but it also smells. It’s an earthy, evocative, salty smell. Is this the smell of those pheromones I’ve read about?

What are your favourite smells? I love the smell of the ocean, old books and new-mown grass.

One of my all-time favourite words describes the smell of approaching rain … ‘petrichor’. What a wonderful word! And the fact that someone thought to give it a name.

This gets me thinking … what word could describe that delicious, yeasty smell of morning toast? Perhaps to borrow from the German? I’m thinking ‘kuchenbrotiness’. And the smell of the ocean? How about ‘aquaphescence’? Old books? ‘Mustiamour’!

Helen Keller – the famous blind and deaf author and educator – is quoted as saying, ‘Smell is a potent wizard’. You can smell that again!

Gullibility

By: Elaine Lutton

As an adult, I do not think that I am gullible. I like to check my facts, ascertaining what is likely to be true from several different and independent sources. The posts on social media do not always reflect the views of the most informed, and so far I have managed to avoid that curse of the modern age, the scam. I just hope that Eternal

Vigilance will protect me. When in Doubt, Delete, is my motto. I just hope my good fortune continues.

Alas, this was not always the case. As a small child, I believed everything that my family told me; furthermore, on discovering how easily I could be fooled into believing virtually anything, they took particular pleasure in putting notions of the most misleading kind into my infant noddle.

Some of the things I was told,

and firmly believed, were of a fairly benevolent nature, and not unlike many told to the young and impressionable. Stories of Father Christmas and his Reindeer, for example. He must have visited; the proof was surely the disappearance of the mince pie and the small glass of sherry that was waiting for him to provide the sustenance and energy enabling him to continue his rounds. The carrots, too, had obviously been eaten by Rudolph and Co,

though I distinctly remember worrying that the old man might possibly get stuck in our chimney and that his red jacket and trousers would get dirty during his efforts to extricate himself. And what about the reindeer? The chimney was far too small for them. Surely, they would have to perch precariously on our roof, whilst waiting for Santa to complete his work, emerging with the carrots as a reward for their patience and good behaviour.

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Please note that it was not the lack of logical thinking that was the cause of my credulity. For instance, when I was very young, possibly six or seven years old, I was discovered by my elder brother who at that point was five years older and wiser than myself, and remarkably still is, in torrents of tears. On fraternal enquiry, I admitted I did not want to die and be buried, an inescapable fate as I saw it. He enquired as to why I was so worried about this inevitability. Was I afraid of the dark, the worms, not being judged suitable for admittance to Paradise, or worst of all, not quite dead? None of these applied. I admitted that a far more dreadful fate was the cause of my tears; never again to taste the delights of vanilla ice cream!!

He calmed my fears by stating that since I was dead, my brain would be dead also, and I would never appreciate what I was missing. Complete reassurance. I have never worried about death since.

Another story I was told had no such happy ending. My brother and I were taken with my mother to Bridlington, a seaside town on the Yorkshire Coast, where she had been told that the sea air would prove good for her recovery from problems associated with bad lungs. My father was left behind, still grafting away at his work in Leeds whilst his family lived the high life at a distinctly seedy boarding house in this fishing town. To come to the point, my mother loved the sea and since she had been advised not to go swimming in the balmy seas of the Atlantic in Autumn, she would love nothing more than to climb aboard a kind of large open fishing boat called a “coble”. For a relatively small fee, which provided some small income for the skipper, each passenger would be issued with hand lines and bait and encouraged to attempt to catch their own supper. Little Elaine was provided with fishing tackle also and was thrilled to pieces when she landed a small fish.

Oh, the joy of it, the pride I felt in my prowess. I lived off the story for years, well into my adulthood, before my unfeeling family finally felt that I was old enough to hear the truth and disillusioned me. Apparently, one small girl had fallen asleep on the trip and my fellow passengers had thought it fun to place this tiddler of a fish, that was caught by someone else, on my line before awakening me. There are times when I believe, certainly prefer, my own original version of this piscine adventure.

I could recount many other tall tales that I was told and firmly believed; that my beloved ice cream was made from seaweed. Though to me, it seemed distinctly creamy, I was assured that cows had nothing to do with it. That P.O.W.s had to lick razor blades to maintain their iron levels, thus preventing anaemia. There were more “stories” I was told, too many to recount. How did I finally become the rational person that I am today?

On a Sunday evening the Gray’s and the Hawkings, friends of my parents, would often visit our home. The Gray’s would frequently bring with them a newspaper, namely, The Sunday Pictorial. I now realise this was to provide entertainment for all, certainly not to be taken seriously except by those of an extremely gullible nature, much like the sillier posts that one can find on the social media of today. Whilst my parents and their friends were exchanging gossip and eating cake, I took this Fount of Wisdom into the next room and discreetly perused it. There I encountered the astonishing by-line,“ Virgin School Girl Gives Birth to Baby Lamb”, accompanied by a picture of a somewhat embarrassedlooking lamb. This was too much for even me; the scales fell from my eyes! Since then, I have been a fervent follower of the Empirical Approach to all I read, see and hear.

Volunteers

PROVIDE FRIENDLY WELCOME TO VISITORS

THERE IS MUCH PREPARATION BEHIND THE SCENES BEFORE THE BUTTERFLY HOUSE OPENS

ITS DOORS TO VISITORS TWICE A WEEK. While volunteer gardeners tend the plants and laboratory assistants feed hungry caterpillars, Butterfly House Attendant Sara helps cleans the windows in the viewing corridor next to the ticket office.

“This gives me the opportunity to check out special things to share with visitors. It might be the variety of caterpillars, special chrysalids (such as the Monarch’s golden spots) or newly emerging butterflies looking very crumpled,” she says.

As one of our volunteer Butterfly House Attendants, Sara’s role is to welcome visitors, answer questions and point out interesting facts about our butterfly sanctuary.

“This could be observing how a butterfly draws up nectar through its proboscis or laying eggs on specific plants. I particularly like to get children to spot the males and females of each butterfly, such as the huge Cairns Birdwing or friendly Varied Eggfly.

“Visitors often pass Stick Insect Island and miss these well camouflaged insects. I love to see people’s reactions when I point out the huge stick insects.”

Sara joined the Butterfly House as a volunteer just over a year ago, wanting to do something different outside the home and family.

“Volunteering in the community is important to me, and the Butterfly House is a great place to be with nice people in cheerful surroundings,” she said.

“I enjoy the company of a new group of volunteering friends, watching people go ‘wow’ when they first see the many butterflies flying around, and the delight on children’s faces as they have one land on them.

“A very special moment is seeing older people in quiet reflection remembering times when they, too, chased butterflies.

Bribie Island Butterfly House 206B FIRST AVENUE, BONGAREE

Open: Wednesdays and Sundays Time: 10am-4pm www.bribieislandbutterflyhouse.org

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LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND SUPPORT THE ENVIRONMENT HERE ON BRIBIE ISLAND?

We’re 100% run by volunteers and offer a place where visitors can learn more about these amazing creatures. We have a range of roles and sessions to suit your availability:

• Butterfly breeding

• Hydroponics

• Gardener

• Tour guide

• Butterfly House Attendant

• Plant foster carer

• Front office assistant

• Maintenance operator

• And many other opportunities

For more information visit our website www.bribieislandbutterflyhouse.org/volunteerroles

206B First Avenue, Bongaree - Woorim,

Athirteen-day exhibition and sale, called an A Sense of Place, will be held in the Matthew Flinders Gallery at the wonderful Bribie Island Community Arts Centre, 191 Sunderland Dr, Banksia Beach from Tuesday, 28 February to Sunday 12 March from 10:00 – 4pm (Sunday 10-1). It will feature paintings from the aaaart.online artists: fifteen of the group’s thirty artists will be on display. Over 100 beautiful original works of art in Oil, Watercolour, Acrylic, Pastels as well as Photography as well as Sculpture. The exhibition will be organised by artist – so you get an opportunity to view the artist’s portfolio of work. The artists are also selling some unframed works, prints and smaller works. aaaart.online’s artists live and work on the Sunshine Coast and Bribie Island. The exhibition will be manned by the artists on the weekends with some of the artists doing demonstrations to allow you an opportunity to ‘meet the artist’ and learn about their process.

aaaart.online is a not-for-profit member association, run by artist volunteers, to support the promotion of emerging artists. More information can be found on aaaart.online or email artistsallianceaustraliainc@gmail.com.

Peace FOR OUR Time

©️ Anne Matthews Director d9560 Passport Club

TODAY MARKS THE FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE UKRAINE BY RUSSIA. THE INVASION, ON 24 FEBRUARY 2022, WAS A SIGNIFICANT EXPANSION OF THE RUSSO-UKRAINIAN WAR, WHICH BEGAN IN 2014.

Can any of us really remember a time when somewhere in the world there has not been conflict of some type? The IsraeliPalestinian conflict has been seething for decades and the invasion of Ukraine by Russia has caused tens of thousands of deaths on both sides and set in motion Europe's largest refugee crisis since World War II.

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Conflict between the various ethnic factions in Myanmar began in 1948 and and has continued in varying degrees ever since, making this the longest civil war in the world. Currently there are civil wars and terrorist insurgency in Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Iraq, Nigeria, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.

The infamous ‘Peace for our time’ declaration, made by British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain on 30 September 1938, after he had signed the Munich Agreement, is today remembered for its irony rather than a peace agreement. Less than a year after signing, Hitler invaded Poland and started Word War II.

Despite all the ongoing conflicts, Rotarians know that peace doesn’t come easily, it must be worked for, at many levels and often over many years. That is why peace building and conflict prevention is one of rotary’s seven areas of focus. In fact, peace is so important to Rotary that the month of February is devoted to it. And what a fitting time to recognise and  promote peace - we have just celebrated Christmas - a time of peace and good will.

Through service projects, peace fellowships, and scholarships, Rotary members are taking action to address the underlying reasons for conflict and finding ways to prevent it.

Each year, the Rotary Foundation awards up to 50 fellowships for master’s degrees and up to 40 for certificate studies at premier universities for Peace and Conflict qualifications. Through academic training, practice, and global networking opportunities, the Rotary Peace Centre program helps develop the capacity of peace and development professionals to become effective catalysts for peace. The fellowships cover tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and internship

and field-study expenses. Many of the graduates go on to careers in national governments, peacekeeping and law enforcement agencies, education and research institutions and international organisations such as the United Nations and World Bank.

The University of Queensland (UQ) is home to one of the five dedicated Peace Centres located around the world who offer Masters Degrees. Here students study for their masters degrees in Peace and Conflict Resolution. Master’s

fellowship recipients cannot study at a Rotary Peace Centre in their home countries. So students from Australia have studied at Uppsala University in Sweden; University of Bradford in England; the international Christian University in Tokyo Japan; or Duke University and University of North Carolina in USA.

Students who attend Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda and Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand graduate with certificates in Peace and Conflict Prevention. Since the Peace Fellow program became in 2022, the

Peace Centre’s have trained more than 1,600 fellows who now work in over 140 countries.

Applications are now open for 2024 peace fellowships. Candidates have until 15 May

BRIBIE ACCOUNTING SERVICES

YOU CAN CLAIM WORK RELATED CAR DEDUCTIONS IN YOUR TAX RETURN IF YOU:

• do work-related journeys

• drive to work-related conferences or meetings that aren’t held at your usual place of work.

• travel between two places of employment if neither of them is your home.

• drive from a normal workplace to a different workplace, then back to where you would usually work.

• drive from home to a workplace that isn’t your usual place of work and then drive to your usual workplace – or directly home.

• regularly work at more than one site each day so you drive between them before driving home.

• You have to carry bulky or heavy tools or equipment to and from work and you are not able to store them at work.

You can claim cents per kilometre method or log book method. I can help you with what method will give the best result for you, just have to make sure you have kept the right records so please contact me to discuss what you will need to claim at tax time.

2023 to submit applications. https://my.rotary.org/en/ peace-fellowship-application. Please contact me annematthews49@icloud. com regarding Rotary District sponsorship.

Angela Douglas

DEAR PUMICESTONE

This month has been an exciting time for Bribie Island locals, so here is a snapshot of all the important developments for our community.

Community Consultation for the New Bribie Island Bridge

In February, we have had the Community Consultation running for the Bribie Island Bridge. I know the community is passionate about this issue, so I worked hard to get our Bribie Bridge on the agenda and now it is time for you to have your say!

So far roughly 2,700 locals have had their say by completing TMR’s consultation survey. This is a really great result so far, but I want as many people as possible to have their say on what the new Bribie Island Bridge should include to suit our community’s needs. Help shape the next Bribie Island Bridge for our community. There are different ways to provide your feedback to TMR, including:

• An online survey and the interactive map which you can access at this link https://www.yoursay-projects.tmr.qld. gov.au/bribie-island-bridge

• A reply-paid paper survey and project newsletter you should have received in the mail

• Contacting the project team on 1800 783 016 or emailing them at Bribie.Island.Bridge@tmr.qld.gov.au

Make sure to have your say and share your thoughts online or send your paper surveys back to TMR before the 27th of February at 9am.

The Bribie Island Satellite Hospital

In another bit of exciting news, we turned the sod at our Bribie Island Satellite Hospital Site! I am so excited we are delivering hospital and health services right here in the heart of our Bribie Island Community. I have heard from many locals the life-changing difference this will make. That is why I am pleased to let everyone know the Bribie Island Satellite Hospital will have a Minor Accident and

Injury Centre open early until late. This is so important to provide our community with hospital services so they can access the care they need quickly, without having to travel to Caboolture Hospital.

Not only will our Satellite Hospital deliver quality health services close to home, but it is also providing good local jobs. There are over 100 people currently employed in the construction and there will be many more roles available when the hospital opens. When job applications open for hospital staff, I will let the community know.

Learner License Fees

Another exciting development this month is our government’s fee reduction for Queensland learner’s licenses.

From the 1st of March, the cost of a three-year learner’s license will be reduced from $186.55 to $75. Our government is committed to providing cost-of-living relief for Queenslanders, and this is just one of the many ways we are supporting young people and their families.

As we finish up with February, I’m excited for the Bribie Island and surrounding community and especially encourage everyone to make sure they have their say on the next Bribie Island Bridge.

If you’ve got any questions or need more information, please get in touch with my office on 3474 2100 or

at pumicestone@parliament.qld.gov.au

Warmly Ali

Chris Holloway has been a professional tennis coach for almost 30 years. From early childhood, tennis has been and always will be his passion, his drive and connecting and supporting local businesses is something Chris has always been inspired to do.

Holloway's Tennis Coaching & Sporting Solutions is committed to the development and success of the Bribie Island Tennis Club with Chris becoming the new Head Coach. Bribie Island Tennis Club has been a huge part of the island since 1922 and Chris has a massive passion for expansion of the tennis and getting a lot more people involved in this amazing game.

Holloway's Tennis Coaching & Sporting Solutions runs coaching sessions from Bribie Tennis Club, Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach with new and exciting programs for all ages and standards. From Hotshots, teenagers’ classes, adults, ladies’ morning serve and tennis fit programs. If you are interested in Tennis, this is definitely the place to be. Come to the open day and check out the huge range of options. As interest grows there is room for expansion including home-school classes.

Holloway's Tennis Coaching & Sporting Solutions also has a large range of Yonex tennis equipment!

Come down and say hi to the team at Bribie Island Tennis Centre.

If you add a small pat of butter when cooking fruit for jams and jellies, you won’t have any foam to skim off the top.

Empty tomato or mustard containers are great for decorating cakes or bickies.

Cream won’t curdle when pour over fruits if you add a pinch of baking soda with the cream before serving.

If citrus fruits are warmed in the microwave or warm oven for a few minutes, they will yield more juice.

If you sprinkle lemons with water and refrigerate them in a plastic bag, they will last a month or more.

Tuesday - Thursday 10am-7.30pm Friday - Saturday 10am-8pm

Toss freshly cut fruit in lemon juice and it won’t darken. The juice of half lemon is enough for a quart or two of cut fruit.

Cottage cheese can be used in place of sour cream when making dips. Just place it in the blender until it is creamed.

For an easy dressing for fruit salad, try a grated orange rind and orange juice added to sour cream.

Cream cheese can be coloured with liquid food colouring as a filler for dainty rolled sandwiches. Try a different colour for each layer and slice as you would a jelly roll.

To ripen a pineapple, cut off top, remove skin and slice. Place in a pot and cover with water, sweeten to taste, boil for 5 minutes, cool and refrigerate.

If you allow grapefruit to stand in boiling water for a few minutes, it will be easier to peel.

To fancy up the top of a cake, bickies or pies, try placing a wide-patterned doily on top, then sprinkle powdered sugar over it and remove.

Oranges that need to be peeled for dishes should be soaked in boiling water for at least 5-7 minutes before peeling. This will make it easier to peel and remove all the white pulp.

For attractive individual butter servings, squeeze butter through a pastry bag or plastic bag onto a baking powder, set in refrigerator to harden.

BRISBANE CRUISES

If you have a problem with fruit jellies not setting, place the jars in a shallow pan half filled with cold water, then bake in moderate oven for 30 minutes.

Departs Bongaree Jetty, Bribie Island 12 noon

Returns 2.00pm (approx)

BRIBIE ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE 2022/23

Enjoy a relaxing lunch time cruise while we prepare a delicious BBQ lunch onboard the Lady Brisbane. The cruise towards Skirmish Point, Gilligan’s Island and Deception Bay is always a magical experience. Cruise route is weather dependent.

Buy a GIFT CARD or BOOK Online now at www.brisbanecruises.com.au

Price Includes BBQ lunch and cruise

Prices: Adults $45, Children $25 (4 - 14yrs).

Fri 24 Mar, Sun 23 Apr, Sat 20 May,

Wed 21 Jun, Wed 19 Jul, Fri 4 Aug, Wed 6 Sep, Tues 3 Oct, Tue 14 Nov

T: 07 3630 2666

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BROWN SUGARMeatloaf

This brown sugar meatloaf is an easy and tasty dish. It tastes as good as it smells!

INGREDIENTS

cooking spray

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 cup tomato sauce

3/4 kg lean ground beef

2 large eggs

1 small onion, chopped

3/4 cup milk

3/4 cup finely crushed saltine cracker crumbs

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 175 degrees C, lightly grease a 5x9-inch loaf pan. Press brown sugar into the bottom of the prepared loaf pan and spread tomato sauce over top sugar.

Mix all remaining ingredients thoroughly in a mixing bowl and shape into a loaf. Place on top of the tomato sauce and sugar crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour or until juices are clear.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 1 hr

Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 8

Marjorie William's 100th birthday was celebrated last Thursday the 16th of February and she thoroughly enjoyed her day. Family and friends helped her celebrate with lunch at the Sun Lai Chinese restaurant in Bellara. Lifetime friends from Melbourne as well as her niece who travelled from Port Douglas surprised and delighted her with an unexpected visit.

Marjorie moved to Bribie from Melbourne when she was 94 and has enjoyed every minute of living here, she loves to sit in the shade of the palm trees in her son’s yard and enjoy the cooling breeze. She always said laughter is the best medicine and it seems that it must work.

She loves to " have a chat " and will happily talk about times from the past and changes that she has seen over the past 100 years and her memory is still very clear with every detail. She likes to walk to the local newsagent once a week to buy her favourite magazine and some scratchies but complains that she never wins a big prize. (I would think she is not the only one with that complaint but it's a bit of fun.)

She said that she is now starting her second 100 years, and " why not? "

MARKETS

Beachmere District Community

The B.D.M.S. Community Markets are held at the Men's Shed 53 Rogers Street Beachmere, every 1st Saturday of the month 7.30am12 Noon.

Bribie Island BICA Markets

The Bribie Island BICA Markets are held at Brennan Park, Bongaree, the 3rd Sunday of each month from 6am -12pm

Bribie Rotary Markets

The Rotary Markets are held at Brennan Park, Bongaree on the second Sunday of each month from 6.30am – 12 noon

Queensland Cancer Council

The Cancer Council Markets are held at Brennan Park, Bongaree on the first Sunday of each month from 7am to 12 noon.

The Sylvan Beach Munch Markets (Farmers Market)

The Munch Markets are held in the park opposite the Bribie Island Hotel on the 1st Saturday of each month from 9am to 2pm

Banksia Beach Market

Bribie Harbour Shopping VIllage is held on the last Saturday of each month 8am to 2pm

The Bribie Island Comm Plant Nursery

The BribieIsland Community Plant Nursery is open Tues to Sat 8 am to 12 pm

The Bribie Island Lions Market

2nd Sat of the month at Tintookie Park Woorim 7am - 1pm.

Bribie & District Woodcrafters Assoc &

Bribie. Island Gem Club Open Day and Markets

Our Markets Are Held On The Last Sun Every Month 8am - 12pm Contact Ian Trail 0401 134 384

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 20)

H oroscope

This month, as Pluto (transformation) Saturn (discipline) and Mars (power) all change signs, a powerful celestial procession takes place. The March of Destiny represents a fundamental cosmic energy shift. It’s a chance to take control of the future and lay the foundations for a more purposeful, inspired way of living. Pursuing dreams is scary. But sticking to rigid frames of reference prevents us from embracing opportunities. So ignore the butterflies! Events this March are worth getting very excited about.

You like to think of yourself as the kind of person who forgives most people for most things. Even if you feel cross, you find ways to be reasonable. Yet every now and then something either really irritates you, or totally inspires you. The new month raises your determination levels to new heights. This is not a time for self-doubt. Nor is it necessary to try to suppress your feelings. Trust them… and follow them. The March of Destiny enables you to balance your passion and your motivation. With equilibrium, you can get what you want. A brilliant offer… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

PISCES (Feb 20 - Mar20)

Shouldn’t you be doing something?

Don’t you have tasks that need completing? Duties to attend to?

Promises to fulfil? Aren’t people expecting things from you? Of course! Which is why you need to set some boundaries! The March of Destiny brings opportunities your way. And you need to create the space to welcome them into your life. In March, although you can’t just shirk your commitments, you can reset everyone’s expectations. If not, you risk missing your chance to take advantage of the cosmic gifts coming your way.Oscar’s gift… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

GEMINI (May 22 - Jun 22)

The search for perfection is bound to lead to disappointment. Or, so it seems. Yet some people believe that even though everything has its drawbacks, the shortcomings are, in their own way, perfect. Or they would be if we knew how to see them from an enlightened perspective. Although things in your world might not be perfect in March, they will certainly improve. If you want to maximise the astrological blessings coming your way, don’t focus on the inevitable. Set your sights on what’s hopeful. You won’t be disappointed. Our gift to you… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

VIRGO (Aug 24 - Sept 23)

The difference between success and failure might seem obvious. Some people show all the signs of being successful, but suffer from low self-esteem. While others haven’t done much to take notice of, but can’t stop talking about how great they are! There are times when we think we’ve done well, but later realise that we missed the point. And others when we think we’ve failed, and later appreciate the value of the experience. This month, if you set aside previous judgments about how well you’re doing, success will be yours.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23 - Dec 21)

Although they say that familiarity breeds contempt it also nurtures friendship. We like what we know. Sometimes, the connection with someone we’re close to stops us from seeing their shortcomings. Conversely, an issue we find challenging in a stranger can be overlooked in a loved one. And we might dislike something in a new environment that we don’t notice in our present surroundings! In March, consider the obvious. Something (or someone) has much more potential than you realise. Act on this, and you can transform your world. Discover the inner you… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

ARIES (Mar 21 - Apr 20)

Has anyone told you how wonderful you are? Have you been the beneficiary of lavish gestures? Or been made an offer you can’t refuse? With Venus in your sign at the start of the month, your romantic prospects are promising and your financial prospects are good. Add the March of Destiny to the mix, and your outlook looks highly auspicious. With the knowledge that you’re being protected by a kindly cosmos, although you can’t expect all your dreams come true, don’t rule out the chance of some of them coming to fruition. Unmissable gift… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

CANCER

(Jun

23 - Jul 23)

There will be less uncertainty in March. Less need to worry about what you ‘should’ be doing. Less hesitation about the direction you’re heading towards. What’s going to replace it? More enthusiasm and more motivation. Fresh ideas. Surprising opportunities. Chances to make progress with plans that seem stuck. Better support. And better connections with your associates and loved ones. All you really need to remember in March, is that trouble lies behind you, not ahead. The new month brings evidence that allows you to be hopeful. There’s more… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

LIBRA (Sept24 - Oct23)

You could look at what’s going on in your life and conclude that things need to change. Or, you could look at it and decide that it’s perfect. What does this tell you? It tells you about opinions and expectations. Which is helpful, because it’s much easier to alter an attitude than to change a situation. If you’re prepared to seek inner guidance, strength and inspiration, the March of Destiny will guide you towards fulfilling your deepest needs in March. Your task is to be sensitive to your heart’s desires. The power is in your hands.

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AQUARIUS (Jan21 - Feb

19)

There’s a saying from the North of England, ‘where there’s muck, there’s brass’. It means that there’s money to be made doing jobs that other people find distasteful or dirty. It seems to you as if the only way to achieve what you desire is by doing something disagreeable. Yet sometimes, we have to dig around in difficult environments to find buried treasure. And the March of Destiny provides you with both the tools you need and the determination required. With effort this month, you can find something you’ve been yearning for. An amazing service… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

TAURUS (Apr 21 - May 21)

You know the feeling when you’ve settled down to watch a film or a TV show and you realise that you’ve seen it before? Unless it was spectacular, you find something else to watch. Sadly, we don’t find it so easy to switch off the thought patterns that repeat in our minds. The same old movies play in our heads. We live out the same fantasies in our dreams. Which is why the change ushered in by The March of Destiny is so precious. The courage and ability to move on from tired ways of thinking is priceless. Set your sights high! Right here, right now… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

LEO (Jul 24 - Aug 23)

March will be a month of revelation. It brings a series of events that will change the way you view your world. Which doesn’t mean you’ll find yourself in new territory; it’s more that you’ll be able to see opportunities you haven’t previously been in a position to recognise. As the month progresses you’ll gain understanding about people you care about. You’ll have insight into how you can be more fulfilled and more financially secure. Don’t feel bad if you see things you could have seen earlier. No regrets! Just be glad… and embrace it all. Don’t miss out… completely free audio and video forecasts. Go to ozfree.cainer.com

SCORPIO (Oct 24 - Nov 22)

You’d like a certain situation to improve. The problem is that the more you think about it, the more complex it gets. In March, rather than waiting for a wand to appear out of nowhere, why not see how much magic you already have at your disposal? The March of Destiny brings a sprinkling of fairy dust and a boost of positivity. With so much celestial support available, if you invest your time and attention into this problem, you’ll find simple ways around the complications. It’s going to be easier to sort out than you think. Abracadabra!

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Skies Above Bribie

Ihave been on hiatus for the Around the February full moon, there were a couple of cloud-free nights where I was able to set up my telescope and take some photographs. Because the brightness of the full moon would hinder capturing fainter targets like nebulae, I focused on imaging some brighter targets. Pictured are M3, M54 and Omega Centauri, which are large and bright groups of stars known as star clusters. There are two main types of star clusters: globular clusters and open clusters. The three objects pictured are globular clusters.

Globular clusters are tightly gravitationally-bound clusters of stars. They can contain anywhere from tens of thousands to many millions of stars. Globular clusters are thought to have formed during the beginning of the universe nearly 14 billion years ago. They are home to some of the oldest known stars in the universe. It was thought that all the stars within a globular cluster form at the same time however, studies have shown that some globular clusters have multiple episodes of star formation. Globular clusters are quite useful to astronomers because they provide a way to study stellar evolution.

Globular clusters are mostly located within the outer regions of galaxies, known as the celestial halo, while open clusters are generally found within the disks of spiral galaxies. Our galaxy, the Milky Way, has about 200 globular clusters, though it is

believed that there may be more hidden within the thick dusty disk of our galaxy.

The largest known globular cluster within the Milky Way is Omega Centauri, which contains about 10 million stars. This monster cluster has a diameter of 230

By: Katherine Miller

light-years and is 10 times more massive than a typical globular cluster.

Due to the lack of star-forming material in the universe today, the creation of new clusters is unlikely.

What's up - March 2023

Jupiter and Venus will appear to cross paths at the beginning of the month. Their closest conjunction will occur on the 2nd of March when both planets appear about half a degree apart.

A full moon will occur on the 7th of March. This moon is also known as the Worm Moon, Crow Moon, Crust Moon, Sap Moon, and Lenten Moon.

The Milky Way's galactic core returns to our night sky, rising in the early morning. The March Equinox will occur on the 21st of March, marking the official start of autumn for the southern hemisphere and spring for the northern hemisphere. An equinox occurs when the sun crosses the Earth's equator, that is, it appears directly above the equator. There will be approximately equal parts day and equal parts night.

The best time for observing or photographing the night sky is around the 21st of March during the new moon. During a new moon, the moon is not visible because it is on the same side of the Earth as the Sun.

A conjunction of Venus and a thin crescent moon will occur on the 24th of March. Look towards the western horizon.

THE OVERLAND Telegraph THE OVERLAND Telegraph

Episode 4Completion

In June 1870, the South Australian Superintendent of Telegraphs, Charles Todd, appointed as the head of the enormous Overland Telegraph project, probably sat and pondered Aesop’s (260 BC) phrase, “Be careful what you wish for, lest it come true!” In less than two years, starting with no staff or construction teams, he had to build 3200km of telegraph line over mountains, deserts, swamps, and country that flooded every year. As well, there was the challenge of tribes of hostile Aborigines, determined to defend their territory. It was to consist of about 36,000 telegraph poles, with insulators, connected by a single iron wire. To make it operational, he needed to build a repeater station every 250 km, each complete with huge batteries, and telegraph key electrical switches, to be manned 24/7 by trained operators to receive and transmit text messages in morse code. Apart from the 36,000 poles placed 80m apart, everything else had to be ordered from England. To add to this incredible challenge, the contract stipulated a total cost of no more than £128,000 and the construction was to be completed by 1st January 1872, after which monthly penalties would apply. Crossing Australia from south to north had only been achieved twice, costing the lives of Burke

and Wills, and leaving John McDouall Stuart a broken wreck on his return. Charles discussed the enormity of his undertaking with Alice. As ever, Alice gave him encouragement and a pledge to help him in any way needed. Charles knew that he would have hundreds of men spending months in the hostile country, most leaving mothers, wives and children behind in Adelaide. Alice told Charles that she would provide the support needed for these families, both in morale and existential needs. Charles planned the project. He divided the route into three sections, each of 970 km. The northern and southern sections were to be managed by private contractors, and the remote central section was to be constructed by his own department. He devised a timetable to complete the immense project on schedule.

In July 1870, Todd appointed John Ross to lead an exploration party that would survey the central route, linking waterholes and areas with sufficient supplies of timber for the telegraph poles. Ross generally followed Stuart’s trail, which was itself a traditional trade route created and travelled by Aboriginal people for millennia.

On 11th March 1871, surveyor William Whitfield Mills arrived at the MacDonnell Ranges and was successful in finding a

By Al Finegan

pass, about 50km east of Stuart's track. He then followed numerous waterholes and springs, reporting that, “… the principal of which is the Alice Spring which I had the honour of naming after Mrs Todd.” Sadly, it was not a natural spring. It was actually a permanent water hole that remained after the river had flowed in the wet season, then became mostly a dry riverbed for the rest of the year. The river he named after his boss, “Todd.” Alice Springs began its modern history as the township of Stuart until 1933, when it was renamed “Alice Springs”, in recognition of the part played by Alice in the project.

Darwent & Dalwood, who had won the contract for the northern section had arrived in Port Darwin aboard SS Omeo in September 1870 with 80 men, 80 draught horses, bullocks, equipment and stores. The northern line was progressing well until the onset of the wet season in November 1870. 250mm of rain a day waterlogged the ground and made it impossible for work to progress. On 7th March 1871, the men went on strike, with rancid food and disease-spreading mosquitoes amongst their complaints. While the northern section remained bogged down, the southern and central sections were completed within the time stipulated. A frantic Todd headed north, and after discussion with Overseer

of Works William McMinn, he cancelled Darwent & Dalwood's contract and sent all the workers back to Adelaide on the basis of being well behind schedule. Todd was now forced to construct an extra 700km of line, and threw every available resource into its completion, including the purchase of horses and the hiring of men from NSW. It was another six months before reinforcements, led by engineer Robert Patterson, arrived in Darwin.

Charles spent most of his time on the track, supporting and encouraging his men. He also wrote to Alice each day. Each letter started out with, “My Dearest Alice.” He talked of his life in remote places, and his troubles with getting the telegraph lines across, “… some of the most rugged and isolated terrain on earth.” From the Roper River, near a particularly difficult part of the construction, he wrote, “I wish you could see it, especially at sunset, when the tints and reflections on the water are most beautiful.” The strength of Charles and Alice’s relationship shows through in those letters, feelings growing stronger from the foundations laid all those years earlier in that family home in Cambridgeshire. “All who knew my mother loved her,” her daughter Lorna later wrote, “and no one could look into my mother's blue eyes, which always had a twinkle of fun in them, without being sure of her enjoyment of life, and her deep love of my Dad.”

By the end of the year, and the deadline looming, there was still over 300km of the northern line to erect. Todd, ever the man of initiative, started the equivalent of the American Pony Express, sending messages by horse and camel across the incomplete section. During this time, Todd began visiting workers along the line to lift their spirits. A message he sent along the incomplete line on 22nd May 1872, took 9 days to reach Adelaide. Todd concentrated much of his resources in the north. To his great relief, on 22nd August 1872, the southern and northern lines were connected

at Frew Ponds, near Daly Waters, NT, only seven months behind schedule. Todd sent this message to Adelaide and London:

“WE HAVE THIS DAY, WITHIN TWO YEARS, COMPLETED A LINE OF COMMUNICATIONS

TWO THOUSAND MILES LONG THROUGH THE VERY CENTRE OF AUSTRALIA, UNTIL A FEW YEARS AGO A TERRA INCOGNITA BELIEVED TO BE A DESERT”

It was a defining moment. It changed the way Australia related to the world. The country’s extreme isolation was broken. After the first messages had been exchanged over the new line, Todd rushed to return to Adelaide.

Meanwhile in Adelaide, word spread at a furious pace that the line was completed. For the last 18 months, Alice had been wearing black, but on this day, she put on her best lilac satin dress and followed the crowds the half mile to the post office, there to watch the first messages come through. On the outside was a notice board, where the daily weather reports from the colony were posted. Right at the top was Darwin, “Fine, Warm, and Clear.” One year and eleven months after the first time Charles had left, Alice breathed a huge sigh of relief. She now knew that the line was complete.

Still only thirty-six, her mind kept returning to the image of Stuart, his hair turned white, hobbling down the street after his epic trek. She worked her way into the crowded new GPO that had just been completed on King William Street. In the crowd, she recognised many as the wives and mothers of men who had laboured in the isolated, horrendous conditions of the outback, and with whom she had commiserated and supported over the past two years. Being instantly recognised, the huge crowd parted to let her through. A few began to clap. Then more joined in. Soon everyone was cheering, and the roar spread to those gathered outside. An overwhelmed Alice quickly realised the enormity of Charles’ achievement.

Sending a telegram was still prohibitively expensive with each word costing the equivalent of a day’s wage for a labourer. However, the service was an instant success, transmitting over 4000 telegrams, mainly for business and government, in its first year of service.

Newspapers printed sections by-lined, “By Electric Telegraph,” and businesses clamoured for news from the European markets. Telegraph offices, especially in rural areas, became centres of trade where information and banking were transacted, and orders placed. The telegraph line also opened up the centre of the continent. Within a year of its construction, gold was being mined around Pine Creek near Katherine, and within 10 years, the cattle industry had been established in the Northern Territory. Prospectors and graziers used the repeater stations as centres from which to explore and stake claims on the land. Alice Springs, which was established as a repeater station, became the administrative hub for central Australia.

Life returned to a semblance of normality for Alice and Charles. The couple had two sons and four daughters and were regular churchgoers as well as prominent members of Adelaide society. They were rarely seen outside each other’s company.

In 1885, Charles and Alice attended the international telegraphic conference at Berlin. The following year they travelled to Great Britain where Todd was made an honorary MA of the University of Cambridge. In 1889 he was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, London. He was also elected as a fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, the Royal Meteorological Society and of the Society of Electrical Engineers. During this time he was knighted, completing his honours, KCMG FRS FRAS FRMS FIEE.

In 1898 when Alice was 62, she suffered a stroke and her increasingly frail physical state was matched by a fragile mental condition. She made one last public appearance,

at Government House. In descending the stairs to dinner on the arm of the governor of SA, Sir Francis Buxton, she managed a smile, dressed in a grey evening dress with a soft pink front, while she watched her youngest daughter whirl the night away in a white lace coming out dress, surrounded by the cream of Adelaide’s society.

The next day, Alice lapsed into a coma. About a month later, Charles received a message at the GPO saying that his beloved wife Alice was dying. Charles rushed home. Afterwards, Lorna wrote that, “I looked at my father, so broken and rudderless, and realised more than ever, the part my mother had played both in his public and private life. She was the one who kept encouraging him when everyone else gave up. She believed in him absolutely. Mum had kept the family going through Dad’s frequent absences and laughed at his puns when he returned. Her favourite motto was, “As thy days, so shall thy strength be.” Lorna continued, “How often she must have said to this to herself as she battled alone with her life during my father's frequent journeys away from home.”

The Premier, Chief Justice, and the Treasurer all came to the funeral. The observatory and their staff were never the same. Lorna said that, “My mother had been the strong centre of not only our lives, but strength for so many others.”

Todd continued in his duties to SA, until the newly federated Commonwealth of Australia took over all such services. On 1st March 1901, Todd became a federal public servant at the age of 74. He retired in December 1906, having been over 51 years in the service of the SA and Commonwealth governments.

Twelve years after losing Alice, Charles Todd died of gangrene at Semaphore, SA. His last thoughts surely must have been the memory of a 12-year-old Alice Bell, who, from behind a chaise longue, announced firmly, “I will marry you, Mr Todd, if no one else will.”

Death of Matthew Flinders

The Man Who Named AUSTRALIA

The Man Who Named AUSTRALIA

My last two article have been about the remarkable achievements of Flinders, his good friend Bongaree and the cat Trim, who were the first “outsiders” to come to Bribie Island and then circumnavigate Australia. This article is about the final years of Matthew Flinders life and their part in the history of Australia and how they should be remembered.

In 1802/3 aboard the Investigator they explored the entire east and north coast of Australia, through a maze of treacherous coral outcrops across the top of Australia. Discovery of this sea route enabled ships sailing from the Pacific to India or South Africa to cut almost 40 days off future voyages.

Flinders and crew on Investigator made detailed maps of the coast and their many encounters with local people was greatly helped by Bongaree. The ship needed repair, so they went to Timor and returned to Sydney via the previously mapped West and South coasts. Bongaree was the first aboriginal to circumnavigate what they found to be one big continent that Flinders named Australia Flinders was then keen to return to England where he would be welcomed as a hero, promoted, and reunited with his new wife Ann. He left aboard the Porpoise which ran aground and sank off the east coast, so that Flinders and his faithful cat Trim had to be rescued and returned to Sydney. He

Barry Clark Bribie Island Historical Society

then took the Cumberland, a small leaky colonial schooner on the trip back to England, calling in at the island of Mauritius, not knowing that France was at War with England, and was taken prisoner and held for 7 years, finally getting back to England in 1810 in failing health. He had not seen his wife Ann in over 9 years. They had a daughter in 1812 but Flinders struggled to complete his book “Voyage to Terra Australis”, which was finally published a day before his death on 19 July 1814 at age 40. His widow Ann lived for another 38 years. Flinders grave site was forgotten

FOUND 205 YEARS LATER

205 years after his death the longlost record of Flinders burial were rediscovered in 2019 when building work began at Euston Railway Station in London. On the site of a large old cemetery the records of 60,000 largely unidentified bodies indicated the possible location of Matthew Flinders grave. Like looking for a needle in a haystack a huge archaeologic dig found the coffin plate and remains of Matthew Flinders in 2020. This was a remarkable achievement for researchers, historians and archaeologists, and further ongoing analysis and research may reveal much about his life and death.

FLINDERS MEMORIALS

There are several statues and memorials around the World and Australia paying tribute to the life of Matthew Flinders. On Bribie Island the bicentenary of his visit in 1799 was celebrated in 1999. There is a display and memorial stone at the Seaside Museum, a Talking

Monument at Banksia Beach, and a Matthew Flinders Gallery at the Arts Centre. Many books have been written about Flinders, and his cat Trim, and buildings, places and plants bear his name. There is even a bronze memorial to the well-travelled cat Trim outside the NSW State Library.

RECOGNISING BONGAREE

What we don’t have anywhere in Australia is a memorial to his aboriginal friend and companion Bongaree who contributed so much to the success of Australia’s exploration. Bongaree’s legacy appears all but forgotten.

There is just one small bust of Bongaree by Aboriginal sculptor Laurie Nilson in the Mosman Town Hall, Sydney. I found this interesting quote by Mr Janke, co-chair of the National NAIDOC committee, who said on ABC World Today.

and Bongaree on Bribie. It was a year of many great celebrations, and a

is now 224 years since their first historic arrival on Bribie, just 11 years after

I think we should have a life size Sculpture of Bongaree, standing with Matthew Flinders and cat Trim, right here at the place that is called Bongaree in his memory. As we now move to recognise First Nations people, Bongaree is one of the most famous and the first to be called Australian. We should be very proud to have our Bongaree connection with him here on Bribie. Any other town would be proudly promoting their historical connection.

BEYOND BICENTENARY

The year 1999 was the Bicentenary of the first historic landing by Flinders

replica of the Sloop Norfolk was built in Tasmania by Bern Cuthbertson and sailed to Bribie for the celebrations. The photo of the Norfolk beside the “Ferryman” shows what a small ship it was.

A Bicentenary Committee, led by Margaret Guthrie established the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre with its Matthew Flinders Gallery and she wrote a book titled “The first tourist” and aTalking Monument was unveiled at Banksia Beach on 16 July 1999 to mark the 200th anniversary of their landing. Go and have a look and listen

MEMORIAL SCULPTURE

The Bribie Island Historical Society are proposing to gift a life size sculpture of Bongaree, with Flinders and Trim, in a public location at Bongaree, with words and maps to tell residents and visitors the story of their great achievements. It

the “First Fleet” came to Sydney, so we wonder why it taken so long to get the recognition that is due.

I have been writing these articles about different aspects of Bribie Island History for many years to make people more aware and respectful of what has gone before us that makes this such an interesting place to live.

MORE BRIBIE HISTORY

Historical Society monthly meetings are on the second Wednesday of each month at 6;30 pm at the RSL Club. I have arranged for a direct descendant of Bongaree to be guest speaker at our April meeting. See more stories and photos of Bribie history on our Web Site Bribiehistoricalsociety.org.au and Blog Site http://bribieislandhistory. blogspot.com or contact us on bribiehistoricalsociety@gmail.com

"It breaks my heart that we, as Australians, don't have a statue to Bongaree that celebrates an iconic figure and someone who actually assisted in building this continent and building our nation's history,"

Norfolk and Ferryman Bicentenary 1999

Crosswords - QUICK & CRYPTIC

Across

1 Expectation of failure (9)

8 Food intake (4)

9 Internecine conflicts (5,4)

10 Sound of something small falling into water (4)

13 Dress up (5)

15 Optimistic (6)

16 Fertiliser deriving from potassium (6)

17 Quite (6)

19 Wilful damager of another’s property (6)

20 Interior design scheme (5)

21 It’s made of horsehair (4)

24 Newspaper’s leader? (9)

25 Metropolis (4)

26 Closeness (9)

Down

2 The Odyssey, for instance (4)

3 Iniquity (4)

4 Stymie (6)

5 Steal apples from a tree on private land (6)

6 Indoor ball game (9)

7 Partner’s offspring (9)

11 Dominant position (9)

12 Intransigent — beat it, son (anag) (9)

13 Walked up and down (5)

14 Opposite, bear or expedition? (5)

18 Apply cement or plaster to a wall (6)

19 Maelstrom (6)

22 Forbidding (4)

23 Forest tree

7 Partner’s offspring (9)

Across

1 Expectation of failure (9)

8 Food intake (4)

CYRUS

9 Internecine conflicts (5,4)

10 Sound of something small falling into water (4)

11 Dominant position (9)

12 Intransigent — beat it, son (anag) (9)

13 Walked up and down (5)

14 Opposite, bear or expedition? (5)

18 Apply cement or plaster to a wall (6)

Across

1 Saying Cecil debated with head honcho (6)

4 A jerkin, thanks to the poet (6)

9 Finishes by sending letters out (7)

10 Care about opening sportsground for sprints (5)

Solution no 16,459

11 I'm taking time to create an impression (5)

12 Did it for Mafeking to ease the pain (7)

13 Only a priest can show character? (11)

18 Rashly floats about a thousand?Rubbish! (7)

20 Question the delivery of the publication (5)

22 Develop ideas for a stage whisper (5)

23 Act is run of the mill, normally (7)

24 Breaking bread with a big noise showing the way (6)

25 Fail to honour new green environmental head (6)

SOLUTIONS

CRYPTIC SOLUTION 185

QUICK SOLUTION 185

Down

1 Secret enquiry sees a half-wit outed (6)

2 Country's aid in jeopardy (5)

3 They have a license to kill (7)

5 Its’ first recognises fools (5)

6 The nice tan is discernible for ages (7)

7 Sid? - He's responsible for the dinnerware (6)

8 Their interests are out of this world (11)

14 Electronic movement with feeling (7)

15 Respite the French is leading, for certain (7)

16 Apprehensive as fair notice is displayed (6)

17 Formidable clergyman coming back into the diocese (6)

19 Forbidding, the navy set conditions (5)

21 Sarcastic leading socialite never in doubt expounding (5)

CHICKEN WRAP

INGREDIENTS

Wrap

2 skinned chicken breasts

1 tbsp sunflower oil, for frying

4 large flour tortillas

4 tomatoes, deseeded and cut into strips

A handful of iceberg lettuce, shredded

4 tbsp mayonnaise

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season

Marinade

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 tbsp dark soy sauce

1 tbsp clear honey

1/2 tbsp brown sugar

2 tbsp sunflower oil

METHOD

Score the chicken breasts a few times with a sharp knife and season with a little salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix together all the ingredients for the marinade and marinate the chicken for about 30 minutes.

Brush a griddle pan with oil, remove the chicken from the marinade and, when the griddle is hot, griddle the chicken for 3 minutes each side, or until cooked through. Then cut into strips and set aside.

Heat each tortilla for 10 seconds in a microwave or in a hot dry frying pan for 15 seconds, one at a time.

Spread each one with 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise and arrange the chicken strips in a line down on side of the tortilla, about 4 cm from the edge of the tortilla with parallel lines of shredded lettuce down one side and tomato strips down the other.

Roll up and cut each tortilla in half and wrap in foil to serve.

FRIED CHICKEN

FRENCH FRIES

ONION RINGS

SPRING ROLL

HAMBURGER

MILKSHAKE

CHICKEN WINGS

COLESLAW

BAGUETTE

SMOOTHIE

SANDWICH

PANCAKES

ROOTBEER

SAUSAGE

PRETZEL

HOT DOG

MUFFIN

PIZZA

BACON

Bring your animals and join the

PAWESOME PICNIC @ Bribie Seaside Museum

Bring your animals and join the PAWESOME PICNIC @ Bribie Seaside Museum

PETS AND THEIR OWNERS ARE INVITED TO CELEBRATE THE OPENING OF AN EXHIBITION CATS AND DOGS: ALL AT SEA, FROM THE AUSTRALIAN MARITIME MUSEUM WHICH DISPLAYS PHOTOS BY SYDNEY PHOTOGRAPHER SAM HOOD FROM 1900-1950S.

All friendly pets are welcome to attend the picnic of the year to share pet stories and photos which will be shown in the museum during the exhibition. So, pop down to the Museum on Saturday 11th March any time between 9.30-12pm.

Does your pet have an amazing talent or trick?

Are they unique or perhaps just super cute? Join in the animal parade and find out who is the best dressed canine or feline, who is able do amazing tricks, or who is just extra special.

Please note that all pets must be friendly to other pets and humans, remain outside of the museum (service dogs accepted inside) and be on leash or in a cat holder. If it rains, the event will be rescheduled. Animals bring us joy, make us feel good and deserve to be celebrated! We look forward to seeing you and your pets in the grass area beside the museum deck. BYO picnic blanket, chairs, and shade (if desired).

Light human refreshments and pet treats will be available. Your pawesome furry friend will also receive a puppy chino or kitty chino!

Bongaree Pet Food

Gateball ???

Kathy VIncent

Gateball is a mallet sport similar to croquet. It is a fast-paced, non-contact, highly strategic team game, which can be played by anyone regardless of age or gender. Australia has been a member of the World Gateball Union since 2003 with player numbers increasing. Gateball is played by millions of people throughout Asia and South America.

Gateball originated in Japan in 1947 and is now played by more than 8 million people in over 15 countries worldwide. Japan and China have strong gateball associations with millions of registered players. In Japan, there is even a magazine and television show devoted to gateball! Small numbers of enthusiasts have recently started playing in Europe. AND BRIBIE!!

The game is played by two teams (red and white) of five players. Each player has a numbered ball corresponding to their playing order. The odd-numbered balls are red, and the even-numbered balls are white. Teams score one point for each ball hit through a gate and two points for hitting the goal pole. A game of gateball lasts for 30 minutes. The winner is the team that has the most points at the end of the game. The mallets are much smaller than croquet mallets

It sounds complicated but if you just have a go, I am sure you will have fun.

Moreton Bribie Bridge Club recently hosted the annual three-way challenge between Caboolture, Redcliffe and Bribie bridge clubs.   This year the winner was Caboolture Bridge Club.   Pictured are the three Club captains (L – R) Robert Cowley (Bribie)  Noreen Weyling (Caboolture) and Fay Jepperson (Redcliffe).

RESULTS:  Sat 4 Feb

N/S 1 R King & N Everson 2 R & C Cowley 3 D

Quinan & F Barkwith

E/W 1 K Cohen & B Connell 2 M Arthur & M

O’Reilly 3 C & S Wagg

Wed 8 Feb:

N/S 1 S & C Watson 2 D & G Gibbards 3 A Jones & D Rubin

E/W 1 R King & M O’Reilly 2 M Hardy & L Wilson 3

J Newton & K Cohen

Sat 11 Feb

N/S 1 S Watson & R Sutton 2 P Edis & C McAlister

3 D Quinan & F Barkwith

E/W  1 M Arthur &M O’Reilly  2 B Fuller & P

Breene 3 R Webb & LMcLaren

Bribie Island

Women’s Golf

2 February 2023 to 14 February 2023

2/2/23 Monthly Medal –Single Stroke -Sponsors

Churches of Christ Qld

White Course Winner: Christine Pronk 75, 1st

R/Up Myra Dickson 76 ocb, 2nd R/Up

Di Benghamy 76 ocb

NTPs: Hole 4 Suzanne

Vallely, Hole 7 Sandra

Smith, Hole 14 Ann Rogers, Hole 16

Pauline Grooby

Best Gross: Di

Benghamy 83

Red Course Winner:

Kate Wilson 72, 1st R/Up

Maureen Bailey 73, 2nd

R/Up Leonie Pratt 75

NTPs: Hole 7 Vivienne

Learoyd, Hole 14 Kate

Wilson, Hole 16 Toni

Grossmann

Best Gross: Val Smith

Yellow Course Winner: Sandra Power 76, 1st R/

Up Jennifer Mckay 79,

2nd R/Up Mary

Barbeler 80

NTP: Hole 16 Sandra

Power

Best Gross: Sandra Power

7/2/23 - Single Stroke

The Croquet Club here in Bribie are hoping to start a Saturday morning session for children which would be really exciting. Of course, a parent needs to be there too. Why not call for more information on: - 0437 008 042.

Wed 15 Feb

N/S 1 A Jones & D Rubin 2 G Kavanagh & A Borchardt 3 S & C Watson

E/W 1 J Hays & B Connell 2 D Quinan & R

Pennington  3 R Webb &L McLaren

BICBC:  Mon 6 Feb 1

H Browne &U Maffey 2 P Edis & C McAlister 3 F

McLaren & N Denvir

Mon 13 Feb 1

A Jones & R Pennington 2 M Courtney & D Dowling 3 F McLaren & N Denvir

Men’s 4's Club Final

The men's 4's club final was played on Saturday.

Congratulations to Ian Virgen, Pat Pierce, Gordon Pitts, and Jim Irvine who substituted for Ray Horne. They def. Ron Wilson, Robert Johnson, Gary Ryan and Richard Fell.

A Grade Winner: Magrit Pearce 71, 1st

R/Up Kate Wilson 75 ocb, 2nd R/Up

Robyn

Colbran 75

B Grade Winner: Susan Brown 74, 1st

R/Up Vivienne Learoyd 76, 2nd R/

Up Vivi Lloyd 78 ocb

C Grade Winner: Leonie Pratt 75, 1st R/Up Nadia Aylott 78, 2nd R/Up

Roslyn Crossley 79

NTPs: Hole 4 Gill Lee, Hole 7 Susie Smith, Hole 14 Charmaine Price, Hole 16 (2nd Shot)

Rita de Bondt, Div 3 2nd Shot Hole 4 Margaret McBride

Chris Pronk

Kate Wilson Sandra Power

BRIBIE BOWLS CLUB

Mens Pairs Results Fri 13 Jan

Winners: J Howarth, M Beutel

Runners up: F Grimsey, a Kinnear

Out of hat winner: K Thornton, B Ferguson

Out of hat winner: K Burdon, S Root

Out of hat winner: M Andrews, C Wilson

Bunny: R Brinton, L Deakins

Random Select Fours Results Sat 14 Jan

Highest Margin: E Hookey, P Andrews, L Hackwood, F Crockett

Lowest Margin: D Neumann, T Bishop, G Twigg, J Lonsdale

Out of hat winner: G Frew, H Groves, T Phillips, S Platt

Out of hat winner: B Smith, M Young, P Gee, G Mulpeter

Out of hat winner: P Neumann, W Hoelsher, S Brown, L DeRoule

Tuesday self-select triples results 17 Jan

Winners: M Nganeko, W Ritchie, L Tweedle

Runner’s Up: W McDougall, D McDougall, J Brazier

Out of hat winner: A Kinnear, B Doe, P Ryan

Out of hat winner: R Glasser, F Grimsey, T Phillips

Out of hat winner: M Ramage, J Sutherland, N Ramage

Bunny: R Hunter, J Ferguson, C Kelly

BONGAREE BOWLS

MEN'S

Scroungers Sat Feb 4th

1st John Bell, 2nd Bob Hall, 3rd

Yuki King

Brekky Bowls Sun Feb 5th

Winners Gary Ryan, Kim Smart, Dawn Ryan

Runners Up Mike Hansen, Greg Hemphill, Sandi Hodges, Judy Hansen.

Wed 4's Feb 8th

Winners Tony Gormley, Glenn Biggs, Don Somerville, Peter Higgins

Runners Up Carol Monk, Hazel Crouch, Gary Kuss, Pam Walker.

Scroungers Feb 11th

1st Peter Brown, 2nd G Hughs, Gideon Croukamp, R McLean

Wed 4's Feb 15th

Winners Col Valentine, Graham Symonds, Gary McCarthy, Ian Patterson.

Runners Up Sharmayne Kurtz, Russell Guymer, Brian Reed, Ross Bryant

Thurs Jackpot pairs Feb 16th

Winners Ian Patterson, Graham

Symonds

Runners Up Tim Carlton, Jaarpung Blundell

Wednesday Scroungers 18 Jan

1st: A Russell - 2nd: L Hackwood - 3rd: B Doe

Self Select Pairs Results Wed 18 Jan

Winners: K Ford, S Mitchell

Runners up: M Garfield, E Bateman

Out of hat winner: S Hose, N Gray

Out of hat winner: G Teakel, I Cooper

Out of hat winner: M Andrews, C Wilson

Bunny: M Durham, M Prewett

Random Select Triples Results Thu 19 Jan

Out of hat winners: P Boyland, L Hackwood, M Wright

Out of hat winners: R Glasser, S Platt, G Riley, T Bishop

Out of hat winners: R Follett, P Conn, B Kelly

Out of hat winners: M Andrews, J Smith, K Bennett

Mens Pairs results Friday 20 Jan

Highest Margin: D Orth, D Kaatz

Runners up: Z Elmore, J Howarth

Out of hat winner: G Teakel, E James

Out of hat winner: R Williams, W Broad

Out of hat winner: K Thornton, K Fuller

Out of hat winner: B Castle, D Bowers

Bunny: W McDougall, G Mewett

Random Select Fours Results Sat 21 Jan

Highest margin: R Glasser, BJ Adams

L Mather, S Williamson

Lowest margin: G Frew, L De-Roule, I Gillard, W Hoelscher

SOLANDER LAKE BOWLS

RESULTS FROM 5 FEB TO 18 FEB 2023

WEEKLY SOCIAL BOWLS

RESULTS - W/E 18/02/2023

Tuesday: WASHED OUT.

Wednesday:

Winners: P. McIntyre & R. Stumbles.

R/U: G. Hubbard & M. Wilson.

3rd: M. Flint & T. Grimmond.

Jackpot ($84) - Not won.

Thursday:

Winners: J. Farmer, R. Griffin & K. Zipf.

R/U: J. Mawn, I. Larsen & B.King.

3rd: L. Shorter, I. Carr & B. Hill.

Jackpot ($113) - Not won.

Friday:

Winners: I. James & S. Ross.

R/U: J. Kent & B. Kent.

Out of hat winner: B Castle, T Phillips, W Langford, M Wright

Out of hat winner: W Ebert, J Dunn, G McEniery, G Hutchinson

Self-Select Triples Results Tue 24 Jan

Winners: R Glasser, F Grimsey, T Phillips

Runners up: T Smith,B Robinson, W Kelly

Lucky Draw: T Bennett, V Adams, B Lamb

Lucky Draw: J Oliver, B Castle, P Patrikeos

Lucky Draw: N Ramage, J Sutherland, G Riley

Lucky Draw: A Kinnear, B Doe, P Doe

Scroungers Results Wed 25 Jan

1st: L Hackwood

2nd: C Stroud

3rd: A Russell

Self-Select Pairs Results Wed 26 Jan

Winners: R Ferguson, J Ferguson

Runners up: K Perkins, C Perkins

Out of hat winner (triples): G Riley, P Campbell, F Crockett

Out of hat winner (triples): L Tweddle, C Smith, I McLelland

Out of hat winner: S Swain, J Howarthy

Bunny: D McDougall, W McDougall

Random Select Triples Results Thu 26 Jan

Winners: I Gillard, S Mitchell, W Hoelscher

Runners Up: C Stroud, T Phillips, M Young

Out of hat winners: G Frew, J Smith, G Mellors

Out of hat winners: J Murray, M Roberts, S Williamson

3rd: R. Stumbles & R. Dickson. 2nd Rnd: G. Hubbard & M. Wilson.

Saturday: Winners: J. Watson, S. Jeffrey & B. Craitem.

R/U: R’ O’Brien, M. Whiteside & W. Mitchell.

WEEKLY SOCIAL BOWLS RESULTS - W/E 11/02/2023

Tuesday:

Winners: B. Dore, T. McCormick & B. Harris.

R/U: M. Boike, B. Crawford & R. Griffin.

Wednesday:

Winners: C. Dann & J. Dann. R/U: P. Samuelson & D.Hill.

3rd: D. John & C. Avenell. Jackpot ($422) – Marg McKenzie

BONGAREE LADIES BOWLS:

& Jim McKenzie.

Thursday:

Winners: J. Gemmell, A. Wilkie & D. Wilkins.

R/U: K. Moore, S. Todd & G. Sorenson.

3rd: A. Anderson & B. Pursehouse.

Jackpot ($300) L. Shorter, I. Carr & B. Hill.

Friday:

Winners: K. Henshaw & R. Henshaw.

R/U: T. Parker & B. Hill.

1st Rnd: T. Ollier & B. Cayley. 2nd Rnd: C. Cummins & I. Boast.

Saturday: No bowls

Tuesday  February 7th            Winners:  Arne Jensen, David Vaughan

R/U: Colin Urquart, Neville Graham

Friday February 10th

Winners:  Peter Vlajic, Ritchie Ferguson

R/U:m Brenda Hutchinson, Sandra Scott

Tuesday February 14th

Winners:  David Vaughan, Arne Jensen

R/U: Garry Pincott, Peter McQueen

MICROWAVE SECRETS

YOUR MICROWAVE ISN’T JUST FOR REHEATING YOUR LEFTOVERS! FIND OUT THESE OTHER SURPRISING USES.

Keep that garlic smell off your hands.

No, we don’t recommend attempting to microwave your hands; this is a pre-emptive measure. Get around the nasty garlic smell that you get on your hands by simply blasting the whole head in your microwave on high settings for no more than 15-20 seconds. After that, the garlic cloves should be much easier to peel.

Un-crystallise honey.

It can be hard to spread crystallised honey on toast, and even harder to cook with it or use it as a sweetener. The quickest and easiest way to get your honey back to its original form is to spin your honey around the microwave for a few seconds just before using it. The sugars should melt back down, and you can enjoy your smooth sweetener again.

Soften hard brown sugar.

There’s nothing more irritating when you’re baking than running into hardened brown sugar that surely won’t mix into whatever you’re making. But the fix is easy! Simply put the brown sugar lump in a bowl. Wet a paper towel and cover the bowl with it, then microwave in ten-second bursts until the sugar is crumbly again. Poke the sugar with a fork between bursts to help break up the lump. Just be sure you keep the “cook” time low. If you leave the sugar in the microwave for too long, it will melt.

Get more freshly squeezed orange juice. This trick works on all citruses. “Put your fruit in the microwave for 10-30 seconds (larger fruit needs more time). Remove the fruit and allow it to cool for about a minute. Then, slice the fruit in half and use a manual juicer to get every drop of juice out of it.”

Chop onions tear-free

Once you trim off the end of the onion, microwave it whole for 30 seconds. Once it is cool, chop away! It isn’t enough time to cook the onion, but it will keep you from crying!

WATER SAVING TIPS

• Turn the water off while you brush your teeth.

• Shower with a friend.

• Use your automatic dishwasher and clothes washer for full loads only.

• Keep a bottle of cold water in the refrigerator. This eliminates the need to run the tap water until it is cold enough to drink.

• Check your toilet for leaks by putting a few drops of food colouring in your tank. If the colour shows up in the toilet bowl without flushing, you have a wasteful leak that is costing you money and is wasting water.

• Take shorter showers. Time yourself!

• Use a broom instead of water to clean your driveways, patios and sidewalks.

• Don't run the hose while washing your car. Instead, fill a bucket with soapy water and then rinse.

• Only water your lawn when necessary. If the grass springs back after you step on it, then it does not need to be watered.

• Recycle water from fish tanks. Use it to water plants. Fish emulsion is a good, inexpensive fertilizer high in nitrogen and phosphorous.

• Check your taps for leaks today. Replace worn washers.

• Never pour toxic chemicals down the drain, on the ground, or in the trash. Choose natural household cleaners like borax, ammonia, vinegar, and baking soda and recycle hazardous household waste at waste collection centres.

• Promote water conservation by watering trees and plants only once a week.

• Place a layer of mulch around trees and plants to retain water.

ISLAND G SNEDRA

1. Design.

Magazines, internet, or a walk/drive around your local area could reveal several garden designs that appeal to you. Also, there are people around like myself who'll help design and/or project manage your new garden creation or source suitable plants for your needs. Call me anytime on 0436 320 848.

2. Weeding

Preparing your ground as much as you can is an important start. Eradicating or minimising rogue grasses and weeds now, will stop them coming back with too much force later on.

3. Soil.

Excavating sand and replacing with garden soil is a good investment into your garden, resulting in lusher growth. An alternative to removing soil is to enrich the existing soil by mixing products into it. Mushroom compost is ideal because it contains a lot of goodness in a small package. Pelletised or granular fertilisers are excellent for the same reason.

4. Hardscapes

This is the foundation of your garden design. Hardscapes include things like paving, edging and garden walls. Your local landscape suppliers, hardware stores and nurseries can usually recommended trusted and reliable tradespeople.

5. Planting.

I think this is where the fun starts. There's the social aspectgetting to know and supporting local businesses who care about your garden, and there's the joy of seeing the beauty of your garden unfold before you.

6. Irrigation.

Two good options include a full electronic system or a DIY setup with a timer that you attach to your garden tap. Or if you opt to water manually, an oscillating sprinkler like the one pictured here does a great job. It covers up to 80 square metres at a time and is fully adjustable - covering the width of the space you wish to water.

7. Fertiliser

While good garden soil comes with fertiliser, a little extra here and there often helps. There's potash to assist in fruiting or flowering, fertilisers rich in nitrogen (a great help for sandy soils), and specific fertilisers for all types of plants.

8. Mulch.

Covering your soil with mulch helps to suppress weeds and retain moisture. I love to use lucerne mulch because it's rich in nitrogen, and slowly releases all sorts of goodness into your soil over time. Or if your fertiliser is taking care of that already, simply choose a mulch you like the look of, remembering it may fade quickly over time

By Peter Schinkel

9. Extras

Birdbaths are a great help for the birds you've attracted to your garden, especially in the summer. Affixing a birdbath to a paver with liquid nails or pinning the birdbath into the ground with metal pegs helps it remain stable. Rocks, garden ornaments, a bench, fence or wall art, an archway, etc... can all make your garden even more attractive or unique.

Whatever you choose to do, I hope you have a rewarding time creating your new garden, or that you gained some useful tips for maintaining or transforming your existing one.

I look forward to seeing you in issue 187 on 10th March. Thanks for reading. I Wish you a welcome transition to the cooler weather soon :-)

Hi everyone. A few readers have been asking for advice on creating a new garden, so here's a step-by-step guide. These steps may be interchangeable depending on your design plans. For those of you who already have a garden, there are a few tips here that might apply to you too.

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Sunday 5th March 2023

Hornsby Road, behind the Shopping Centre or Turners Camp, on the way from Ningi

WE'RE JOINING IN WITH CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY. PLEASE COME ALONG TO ONE OF OUR TWO SITES AND HELP COLLECT LITTER TO PROTECT WILDLIFE AND STOP IT FROM GETTING INTO THE WATERWAYS AND OCEAN AROUND BRIBIE ISLAND.

WHEN AND WHERE

05 Mar, 8:00 am – 10:00 am

See site locations in description.

ABOUT THE EVENT

Clean Up Australia Day is 5 March and BIEPA has registered Clean Up events where volunteers can join us. Please use the below link to join one of our sites on the Clean Up AUSTRALIA WEBSITE:

• Hornsby Road, Bribie Island (behind Bribie Island Shopping Centre)

• Turners Camp, Bribie Island Road (between Ningi and Spinnaker Sound)

You'll need to create a Clean Up Australia account, but you can then join any future clean up events (not just BIEPA ones). Clean Up Australia will send us a kit with bags, gloves etc. and MBRC will pick up all rubbish collected.

https://www.biepa.online/event-details/clean-up-australia-day

Should you Grow Large or Small Tomato Varieties?

A favourite for many gardeners, they are compact and don’t generally need staking. I find them much easier to grow. They are less susceptible to pests and diseases and more adaptable to drought. Cherry tomatoes are quicker to mature than most larger varieties. Oh, and they are perfect for salads –no chopping required! Cherry and grape tomatoes suit small gardens. They are great for snacks and are available in lots of flavours and colours..

Large Salad and Beefsteak tomatoes

Also popular, they need support and take longer to harvest as the fruit needs more time to grow and ripen. Salad and beefsteak varieties also tend to have more problems. If you want tomatoes for sandwiches and enjoy their fullbodied flavours, the bigger and heavier salad and beefsteak tomato cultivars might be a good choice.

Roma tomatoes

Heirloom Tomatoes

Roma’s are ideal for sauces because they are firm, not too juicy and have fewer seeds. However, these cultivars need strong support. They also take longer to harvest as the fruit

needs more time to mature.

In summary, large tomato varieties are not suitable for gardeners with a short or cool summer growing season. However, if you want to preserve your harvest by making sauces or bottling tomatoes, you may want to grow varieties that meet these specific needs.

https://themicrogardener.com/ top-tips-for-growing-terrifictomatoes/#more-43565

So, do you choose to grow a determinate or indeterminate variety?

Determinate Tomatoes

These are also known as bush, dwarf or mini varieties. Determinate tomatoes are bred to grow to a pre-determined height when mature. They usually don’t grow over 1.2m/4ft. When mature, they stop growing. During this time, they produce flowers and fruit in a month or two. The benefit of determinate cultivars is you pick your tomatoes sooner. However, the plant completes its life earlier too. They are small and short-lived sprinters! Determinates have a set number of flowers and fruit and are like ‘well-behaved kids’! You know what you get. If you prune these other than the lower leaves, you will lose your limited harvest. Like

However, high temperatures can cause problems with germination and fruit set. So, intense heat in summer may be more challenging. Tomatoes are generally sown in spring, summer and autumn as they are frost tender.

Check your days to maturity (60-85 days on average) for the variety you choose to grow. Then you will know how long to wait from seed to harvest. There’s also a way to work with nature to accelerate seed germination and give young seedlings the best chance to get a good start in life. Try planting in harmony with the moon cycle. New moon phase is the best time to sow and transplant. The easiest way to know the ideal time of the month to plant in your climate is to use a moon calendar.

GROWING TERRIFIC TOMATOES

most crops, there are pros and cons. Determinate tomatoes are a good choice if you want a quick crop, have a short growing season or small space.

Indeterminate Tomatoes

These varieties are vining and continue to grow. They don’t have a determined height (just an estimate). They grow bigger as they mature and continue to produce fruit. So, you can harvest over an extended period. These varieties grow on a vine that can extend 2-3m/69ft or higher.

Indeterminate tomatoes get quite straggly if left untrained and unpruned. They need strong vertical support, so stems don’t sag or break. A tall trellis is ideal for varieties that grow >1.2m/4ft. Cages and other vertical structures also work well. Think of indeterminate tomatoes as tall and long-lived ‘marathon runners’! Indeterminate tomatoes are a good choice if you have plenty of space, a long growing season and want an extended harvest.

Now to the juicy part, how to actually get a terrific tomato harvest.

When to Plant Tomatoes

Tomatoes grow in all regions. If you are in a warm climate, you may be able to grow them most of the year.

Choose the Best Position for Growing Terrific Tomatoes

• Sow in a full sun location. Ideally, in nutrientrich, well-drained soil with plenty of compost. Specifically, choose a warm position protected from winds and the cold.

• If you are growing in a container, choose a large deep pot (minimum 30 cm/12 in). Use enriched potting mix that has long-lasting moisture and nutrients. Tomatoes will grow in partial sun in warm climates. So, experiment with your microclimates.

• Avoid sowing tomato seeds or planting seedlings where you have recently grown other members of the Solanaceae family. Crop rotation is good practice. Rotating annual crops in the same family group helps minimise pests and soil-borne diseases.

• To aid pollination for a high yielding tomato crop, consider planting tomatoes near flowers that attract buzz pollinators. These are insects that shake the pollen in the flower for successful fertilization https://themicrogardener. com/top-tips-forgrowing-terrifictomatoes/#more-43565

With Anne Gibson themicrogardener.com

WHY CLEANING YOUR GUTTERS SHOULD BE ON THE TOP OF YOUR TO-DO LIST

Leaf-blocked gutters may not seem like a big deal but ensuring this part of your home is in good working order has far reaching benefits.

Gutters essentially manage the flow of rainwater away from your home during a downpour or storm. If they’re blocked, the water can pool in the wrong place and even flow back into your house and damage your home inside and outside.

That’s why ensuring your gutters are free from leaves, sticks and other debris is an important part of your regular maintenance and a vital risk mitigation step, says QBE’s Arron Mann, Head of Short Tail Claims.

“Gutters fill with leaves and other debris over the winter and if you haven’t cleaned them out by the time those big spring and summer storms hit, the uncontrolled water flow can have a devastating effect on your home.

“The water comes down into your gutter, but if it’s filled with leaves, the water doesn’t just flow off over the top, instead it flows back to the house and into your eaves and can eventually

get into your wall cavities and cause widespread damage.”

Roof damage and water damage can have a devastating effect on your home. Clearing and cleaning gutters before the onset of extreme summer weather is also a good idea if you live in a bushfire prone area to reduce the likelihood of spot fires and flying embers close to your home.

How does your home insurance protect you?

Blocked gutters can cause damage to your home so it's important to understand how your insurance cover can protect you. Damage to your home caused by blocked gutters may not be covered by your insurance, which is why it's important to clean your gutters regularly. Home insurance does not aim to cover you for damage that could have been avoided through maintenance. Always refer to your individual Product Disclosure Statement for the details of your personal insurance cover. Your home insurance is designed to cover your house and contents for water damaged caused by an insured event,

such as a storm. But if the damage is deemed to be a result of a maintenance issue, like blocked guttering or downpipes, then you may not be covered. That’s why staying on top of regular home maintenance is absolutely crucial to protect your home. Clean your gutters and check your downpipes at set times during the year, but especially before storm season sets in.

You may want to check your roof following a hailstorm too, if you’re unlucky enough to experience one, as storms can also cause roof problems and maintenance may be necessary. Three top tips for gutter maintenance

1. Check your gutters regularly, especially in the lead to storm season or after a big storm or hailstorm!

2. Call in the gutter and roof experts to help with maintenance and stay safe

3. Check your home insurance Product Disclosure Statement to ensure you understand your cover

3 rooms $100 each additional room $20.

We use a POWERFUL TRUCK MOUNTED Steam Cleaning Machine and include stain treatments and deodorising as part of the service.

Min Spend $90 - Additional $20 for staircases and $10 for halls and walk in robes

Family owned and operated 20+ years

CREW TRAINING

Training never stops at VMR Bribie, and 5 new Trainee Crew members were put though their “Ship Board Skills Safety Set” modules today. 4 trainees were from VMR Bribe and 1 trainee from VMR Sandgate. All had to do abandon ship exercises, swims, get in and out of a life raft, learn firefighting safety procedures and most importantly work as a team. The Exercises were done under the supervision of our trainers Senior Coxswain Liz Radajewski and UTC Allan Tranter. The on-duty crew also helped acting as a safety vessel for on the water training.

VMR BRIBIE ISLAND

BLESSING OF THE FLEET

The Bribie Island Sailing Club Blessing of the Fleet was limited this year due to the strong winds and big tide with just a couple of yachts joining in and the Paddlers, the Dragon Boat Ladies and Bribie One, Bribie Two and Jonkers Bribie Three. The Blessing was performed by Pastor Steven Schwarzrock from St Peters Anglican Church Bribie Island and VMR Commodore Ces Luscombe and Roz Thomson, Secretary of the BISC were on the VMR pontoon to cheer the vessels on.

No Easy way to get into life raft

Michael Trojan heads to the water for Life vest Training.

Crew Trainee Holly Darlington performing the abandon ship exercise.

Crew Trainee Glenn Jackson (and Radio Operator) from VMR Bribie doing part of his swim leg.

Pastor Steven Schwarzrock from St Peters Anglican Church Bribie Island blessing the Fleet.

Holly Darlington using an extinguisher during fire training.

VMR Trainee Ruth Trojan doing her abandoning Ship Exercise

Friday 27th January 2023 Bribie 1 has already been to Tangalooma this morning looks like it’s going to be another busy day.

Pastor Steven Schwarzrock Blessing the yacht Therapy.

Pastor Steven Schwarzrock giving the Blessing to Bribie 1.

Australia Day 2023 - A massive shout out to our amazing Crew and Radio Operators who have had one of the busiest days ever, we could not help people on the water without these dedicated volunteers. After which we had another boat heading out to patrol the exclusion zone for the fireworks tonight the radio room will be busy until the last vessel gets back to the base.

The fireworks taken from North of the Bribie Bridge.

Fireworks Australia Day - Bribie 2 with Coxswain Ian Grimes and Competent Crew Noel Wendt reposition the anchors for one of the Barges as it was drifting.

FEBRUARY VESSEL ASSISTS:

SAT 04/02 1039am – 5.2m

Cuddy Cabin member out of 2 stroke oil Northwest of Tangalooma, delivered oil and escorted back to Bellara Boat Ramp.

SAT 04/02 1443PM – 6.7m Plate

Alloy non-member 11km North of Hutchinson Shoal cannot start, required a tow to Bellara Boat Ramp.

SUN 05/02 0943AM – 6.1m

Centre Console non-member, motor won’t start, required a tow from Bribie Island Bridge to Spinnaker Sound Marina.

TUE 07/02 1002AM – 4.2m

Tinny member motor will not start required a tow from Ningi creek to Pacific Harbour Marina.

FRI 10/02 0839AM – 14.8m

Cruiser member required a lift to their vessel (home), also requested a search for their tender which was missing from the ramp. Members transferred to vessel and Tender located.

SUN 12/02 1228PM – Jet Ski member with a flat battery required a jump start at South Point.

TUE 14/02 1130AM – 6m Cruiser member broken down in Pacific Harbour, required a tow to Bellara Boat Ramp.

WED 15/02 0934AM – 6.5m

non-member stuck on sandbank in Bullock Creek, required refloating, picked up passenger at Toorbul and ferried to vessel to await high tide.

THU 16/02 0540AM – 12m

Cruiser member stuck on sandbank at entrance to Elimbah Creek,

2023 YEAR RADIO ROOM STATISTICS

To Thursday 16th February 2023

2,192 Calls, 673 vessels logged on, 36 Vessel Assists, 217 Sitreps, 118 Requests, 8 overdue vessels, 1 Vessel Tracking, 231 Radio Checks, 1 Weather Broadcasts, 2 Securite Broadcasts, 1 Pan Pan 0 Mayday.

VHF 64.1%, 27MHz 0%, Phone 18.8%. GWN 2.4%

SAFETY DAVE THE FRENCHIE’S MESSAGE:

Safety Dave says "Check your safety gear, ensure your flares are in date and dry, that you have a fire extinguisher, torch, v-sheet, life jackets; and that they are easily accessible. We talk a lot about servicing inflatable Life Jackets but there are also the old faithful foam filled life Jackets that we see a lot of on vessels. A lot of the time these are stashed away in the boat they get wet and sun damaged and forgotten about, these need to be checked annually too.

EARLY DAYS OF VMR

(Continued)

Ron Walters was Commodore in 1978, Ron has also spent some 50 years with the SES, was also a member of Coast Guard, the local Fire Station, and the lions Club, he also did the pub raffles for 20+ years amongst many other activities. Julie Walters was also Secretary and then Treasurer for a number of years. The following are some of his, and wife Julie’s recollections of rescues during their time with our organisation:

FLINDER REEF: - Ron got a call on the radio from a charter boat to find an oil filter for his boat as he was stuck on Flinders Reef at 11PM with a hole in his oil filter. He had a fishing trip on and it was very rough weather. “I found an oil filter and our crew and I set out for Flinders in very rough seas with white caps everywhere. We came up to the stern of is boat and threw the filter to him. When we were leaving we saw a fellow on the boat rail. We got him on board. He was sea sick and wanted to get back on dry land. We let him off at the ramp and he asked to meet us at the hotel the next day where he bought us all a drink for saving him.” Turned out he was a police officer from Dalby.

TANGALOOMA FLYER: - Got a call asking Ron if he could take 10 people off the Tangalooma Flyer stuck on the mud off Bribie. Skipper misjudged the tide. People were angry and throwing chairs off the boat. Ron took his 28ft boat out at 8:30 at night and took all 10 people off the Flyer to the Bribie Jetty.

DUX CREEK: - A woman rang to report a man bogged in Dux Creek. We arrived in the Landrover with ropes. He was fishing in long rubber pants and the tide was rising. He was up to his armpits in the mud. We threw him a rope, as we couldn’t get close to him or we would all be stuck, and he put it under his arms, and we pulled him out.

TURTLE: - Channel 7 rang advising that there was a leatherback turtle caught in the shark net at Woorim. Rang Sea World but it was too far and would take too long. Rang Shark Net Ranger in Mooloolaba but wouldn’t come down. As Commodore of the Air Sea Rescue I decided to go out and free it. I took a friend and motored out in a tinny. Went overboard to cut the turtle out and towed it to the beach at Woorim. Kids helped cut the rope off the turtle which had started to cut into it and let it go back to the sea. There were a lot of people on the beach and also the 7 chopper and film crew. Ron was arrested and fined $1000 by the Boating and Fishing Patrol for destroying the shark net and taken to the Police Station and put in the lock up. Channel 7 played it on the news and the public demanded that Ron be released and not have to pay the fine.

(Follow-on articles will be published in subsequent Issues of this magazine).

Check the life jacket for signs of:

• Sun Damage

• Fading

• Rips

• Check the buckle works

• Inspect straps for any deterioration

• If reflective strips are attached make sure they are clean and undamaged.

• Make sure the whistle works. Look after the equipment that will look after you.!"

“PLEASE WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKETS!”

All Aboard! From left: - Senior Crew Lindsay Crompton, Senior Coxswain Ian Grimes, with Radio Operators Tom Buckley, John O’Hagan (Deputy Radio Officer), Karen Arthurs, Doug Wilson, Murray Dennis, Front: - Bernie Hayes, Pauline Amourous, and Gavin Wright.

Senior Coxswain Ian Grimes and Senior Crew member Lindsay Crompton showed how to put on a life jacket and conducted the Safety Briefing.

2023 02 04: - White Saturday Crew on the way home from an assist at Caloundra Wide.

Senior Coxswain Ian Grimes keeps a close eye on Karen Arthurs as she prepares to don the life jacket.

with Robyn from Bribie Island Boat Charters

Summer on the water around Bribie has been pretty pleasant all around, hasn’t it? Sure, we’ve had some hot days, but those mid-afternoon breezes keep coming in from the east, to cool off a little. A lot of days lately, there has been more cloud than sun, resulting in slightly lower than usual water temperatures. Not sure if that has made any real difference - all in all, the fishing lately has been almost standard summer fare.

Time of day has been a big factor in fishing success stories. Richard says there is plenty of snapper sitting under the bridge, around the 37-45cm mark, but you have to be there very early in the morning. Robert has been going out to the South marker around sunrise and getting good snapper using squid. Rod likes to get out while the sun is rising too, but after one recent trip said it “was more about boating than fishing. I got a couple of whiting, and they didn’t have the decency to be summer whiting!” It was a fast tide that morning and Rod saw quite a few crab pots drifting down the Passage – a good reason to make sure you have enough rope on your pots and maybe half a brick on them as well.

There’s actually been some good luck with the whiting in the Passage, around Pacific Harbour and further north.

Elimbah and Coochin Creeks have had good runs on the big rising tides. The afternoons are a good time to try Skirmish Point for sand whiting, using the onshore breezes. There have been reports of good numbers of grassy sweetlips through the Passage. Parrot Island, Pacific Harbour and south of the Bribie Lock have all been good spots to target them, along with a few other species. Josh caught a couple of big sweetlips, a 33cm tusk fish and a shovelnose. Rob and Jo found 6 different types in a short session off the Bongaree IGA, including 3 nice snappers, some sweetlips, shovelnose and even a sergeant baker, “a big one!”- all caught on prawns. Claudio says that his best catches have been sweetlips in Gallagher’s Gutter, where he’s also been getting shovelnose, stingrays and tripod fish.

Flathead has been typically disappointing for this time of year – the biggest catches are almost always late winter, but some around 45cm is still being caught up among the mangroves in Ningi Creek. Bill and his mates brought in a flathead from Ningi Creek, as well as two breams, close to 30cm (using worms), a couple of unusually impressive tripod fish (prawns) and more whiting. Bill said they caught “every fish known to man” on that fishing trip!

Good numbers of bream are being found right through the Passage – and chicken breast has been a great bait to cast out for them. Rick said he’s been using chicken thighs for about 10 years and wouldn’t use anything else. He had a great time with the bream at Turner’s Camp on a falling tide – keeping two at 40cm.

There have been a few reports of night-time shark fishing at the bridge. Apparently, some good-sized ones are hooking up – Brent’s becoming quite passionate about night fishing at the bridge! Kev also got lucky – he had a telescopic rod, a small hook and a live baitfish, and was pretty pleased with his 1.2m catshark!

From Craig“Caught Bronze shark (2mt to 2.4) at the Bribie Bridge, 19th Feb, on squid, using 30-pound braid with 40 pound leader on the tide turn.

Caught shovel nose on the 20th at night, at high tide at the bridge, on a whole squid –it was around 1.6mt long. 20 to 30 min battle to get both to the boat and both released unharmed.”

MARINE PESTS LOOK—REPORT—PROTECT

Marine pests are introduced invasive, non-native plants and animals that cause damage to the health of the native marine environment. They often reproduce quickly, in large numbers and can spread rapidly.

Once established, they are difficult to eradicate and can kill or out-compete native plants and animals for space and food. They can damage boat hulls, increase drag and fuel costs, and foul marine structures leading to increased maintenance costs. They can also impact widely on marine industries including ports and marinas, the commercial and recreational fishing industry and can lead to boating and fishing restrictions in affected areas.

Queensland is currently free from invasive marine pests and keeping Queensland’s marine environment pest-free is a priority for Biosecurity Queensland. Protecting Queensland’s marine ecosystems from pests should also be a priority for anyone who uses or enjoys the marine environment.

The most effective way to minimise the impact of marine pests is to prevent them from arriving. Early detection and response are the best chance we have to successfully contain and manage marine

pests and protect our marine environment, key marine industries including, ports, marinas, commercial fisheries, tourism and aquaculture and our way of life.

Marine biosecurity—everyone plays a part

Biosecurity is a shared responsibility which is why Biosecurity Queensland is asking users of Queensland’s marine environment to keep an eye out and report suspected marine pests. This will help protect Queensland’s marine biodiversity and minimise the risk of pests establishing in Queensland’s marine environment.

Seven invasive pest species with the highest chance of arriving and establishing in Queensland waters have been identified:

1. Asian green mussel (Perna viridis)

2. Black striped false mussel (Mytilopsis sallei)

3 Asian bag mussel (Arcuatula senhousia)

4. Brown mussel (Perna perna)

5. Harris mud crab (Rhithropanopeus harrisii)

6. Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis)

7. Japanese seaweed/ Wakame (Undaria pinnatifida)

Two introduced marine pest species are established in Queensland waters:

• White colonial sea squirt (Didemnum perlucidum)

• Black scar oyster (Magallana bilineata)

Everyone can do their bit to report suspected marine pests and respond quickly before they spread.

LOOK—REPORT—PROTECT

Look around and keep an eye out. If you see or suspect a pest plant or animal, report it.

Take a photo of the suspect marine plant or animal. Collect a sample if it is safe to do so. Biosecurity Queensland can advise you on how to collect, pack and send samples. As a general rule:

• place the sample in a plastic container or bag such as a sandwich zip lock bag

• store the sample in the refrigerator or keep it on ice (do not freeze)

• contact Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23 about how to package a specific sample and where to send it for identification.

• Report the marine pest sighting online or phone 13 25 23. Protect Don’t introduce or spread pests. Marine pests can unknowingly be attached to your boat or in a ship’s ballast and be transported long distances. Surveillance and good maintenance will help minimise the threat.

Who do you report too?

Use the online form to report a marine pest go to....

Email at marinepests@daf.qld. gov.au

Asian bag mussel

Call Biosecurity Queensland immediately

Asian bag mussel Arcuatula senhousia)

• It is illegal to import, keep, breed or sell Asian bag mussels

• Asian bag mussels can dominate seabed communities

• They have a smooth, thin, fragile shell, which is olive

• They have an exterior shell pattern of dark zigzag markings

• They have an interior shell pattern of wavy purple to

• Early detection helps protect Queensland’s natural environment.

Description

Asian bag mussels (also known as Asian mussels or Asian date mussels) maximum width of 1.2 cm. Their olive green to brown shell is smooth, thin zigzag markings and radiating ridges.

Asian bag mussels cluster together in soft substrates (usually sandflats/mudflats) been known to foul hard substrates (such as ships’ hulls). In soft substrates, shell. These cocoons form a continuous ‘mat’ on the sediment.

Pest risk

The Asian bag mussel is a prohibited marine animal under the Biosecurity to Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23.

Asian bag mussels burrow into sediments and produces protective cocoon dense mat. Mats of mussels can dramatically alter physical, chemical and

What should I do?

Slipway operators, vessels inspectors and vessel owners should regularly such as internal seawater systems.

If you think you have seen Asian bag mussels, report it immediately to Biosecurity contacts you, please take reasonable and practical steps to prevent the

Further information

Further information is available from your local government office, or by website at

Phone on 13 25 23

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RECREATIONAL FISHING RULES FOR FISHING GEAR

apparatus (other than a snorkel) to catch fish.

• Using a crab hook.

• Using fishing gear (including nets) across a waterway or navigation channel if it makes more than half its width impassable to a boat or fish.

FISHING GEAR RULES

Cast nets: Maximum net size is 3.7m – measured from the point of attachment of the cord or rope to the rest of the net, the net lead line or the bottom of the lowest pocket of the net (whichever is greater).

Maximum mesh size is 28mm.

FISHING LINES

• You can use up to 3 fishing lines with up to 6 hooks in total (in any configuration).

fork to catch bait, except on foreshores with a worm digging closure or in certain marine park zones.

• You can’t use digging tools in fish habitat areas, other than a hand pump.

HAND PUMPS

A hand pump may be used on foreshores in tidal waters to take bait only.

Lobster loop

• You can use a lobster loop to catch lobster while snorkelling.

• Pole with a loop on one end that can be drawn around the lobster to secure it, without anything attached that may pierce the shell.

SCOOP OR DIP NETS

• Maximum mesh size is 28mm.

• It can’t contain a bag, pocket or similar device.

• It can’t be anchored, staked or fixed.

• No part of the net containing fish can be out of the water other than to immediately remove the fish.

• You can keep fish caught in a seine net as long as they meet size and possession limits.

• Any fish you don’t keep must be released into water deep enough to allow the fish to escape.

SPEARFISHING

RESTRICTIONS APPLY TO FISHING GEAR TO PREVENT OVERFISHING.

TIDAL WATER FISHING GEAR

NOTE: YOU CAN USE A DRONE TO DEPLOY FISHING GEAR.

PROHIBITED FISHING METHODS

• Jagging or foul hooking.

• Using underwater breathing

TIDE TIMES

Bribie Island AND Moreton Bay

• An artificial fly, lure, bait jig or gang hook is counted as 1 hook.

• A fishing line may be handheld or attached to a rod or reel, but you can't use a cross line, drum line, freefloating line or set line.

• You must stay with all your fishing lines at all times.

DIGGING FORKS

• You can use a digging

• Maximum net size is 2m in any dimension.

• Maximum handle length is 2.5m.

• Minimum mesh size is 25mm.

• You can use a gaff or landing net to secure a linecaught fish.

SEINE NETS (BAIT NETS OR DRAG NETS)

• Maximum net size is 16m in length and 3m in drop.

• You can use a spear or spear gun (including a bow for propelling a spear) in selected tidal water locations.

• You can’t use underwater breathing apparatus (other than a snorkel) to catch fish.

• A power head is not permitted other than for defence against sharks.

• You can’t spearfish for barramundi between 6pm and 6am.

• You can’t go spearfishing in fresh waters.

DRIvINg oN SAND DRIvINg oN SAND

Queensland's magnificent beaches of unspoilt beauty and attractive climate are great places to fish, swim, camp, explore, view the scenery, or simply 'get away from it all'. Sand driving can be difficult and dangerous. Take care and remember ALL road rules apply.

Driving guide

Contact local councils or QPWS offices to find out about restrictions and permits needed before you drive on beaches. If beach driving is allowed, please follow these tips.

Where can you drive?

Drive on the harder sand between the waterline and the high tide mark for the firmest surface.

Remember that other people use the beach, so stay alert, follow the normal road rules and drive carefully! Use only designated access points to the beach and keep off the sand dunes.

Make sure you know any local rules about using vehicles on beaches. Do the right thing and other drivers will follow your good example.

Where can't you drive?

Keep off sand dunes except at designated crossing points for access to and from the beach. Don't 'bust dunes'; protect them. Nor should vehicles be driven on sandy areas along the debris or drift lines as these are potential sites for the formation of new dunes. Plants growing on or near these lines trap windblown sand to form new dunes.

Rules for beach driving

Be considerate to others. Some people may object to vehicles on beaches, because of noise disturbance to wildlife, and danger to other beach users. By following these tips, you will help protect our beaches and have a safe and enjoyable visit.

• Observe all the laws and regulations relating to the use of vehicles on beaches.

• Drive on the harder sand between the waterline and the high tide mark for the firmest surface.

• Keep off sand dunes except at designated crossing points for access to and from the beach.

• Vegetated sand dunes are easily damaged. Strictly avoid these areas.

• Recognise the right of others to use the beach. Be alert and drive slowly and carefully.

• Do not drive when you are tired.

• Do not drink and drive.

• Respect the wildlife—animals are easily disturbed. Disturbance can affect their survival.

• Carry your rubbish home. If others have left a mess, consider cleaning it up.

• Ensure that your vehicle is mechanically sound before your visit.

• Reduce your tyre pressure when driving on soft sand but keep within the manufacturer's specifications.

• Ensure your vehicle is in 4WD when on sand.

• Always carry a tyre gauge, air pump, shovel, traction aids, first-aid kit, adequate water, food, fuel and spares on all trips.

• Ensure you have a valid vehicle permit for those areas where a permit is required.

• In remote beach areas travel with at least one other vehicle to reduce the risk in case of trouble. And let a responsible person know where you are going and when you expect to return.

Helpful hints

• Travel at low tide, or within two hours either side.

• You may choose to reduce tyre pressure to maintain traction, but if you do, do not forget to re-inflate your tyres to resume speed on harder sand or surfaces.

• Always carry a pressure gauge and pump to re-inflate your tyres before travelling on normal roads and keep within the manufacturers specifications.

• Don't forget to consider the load your vehicle is carrying, pack light and stow gear low inside your vehicle. Top heavy vehicles topple more easily.

• Reduced tyre pressure will affect your vehicle's performance. Remember to avoid sharp turns, sudden braking, highspeeds and driving over rough surfaces. Tyres have been known to come off their rims. Serious accidents have occurred.

• Be prepared and carry a shovel, or traction aids in case you get bogged— and know how to use them. Tow ropes and snatch straps should only be used by trained operators using appropriately safety-rated equipment.

• QPWS rangers cannot assist with towing or snatch strap recovery, due to the significant safety risks involved. They may render some assistance or be able to suggest local towing services, but if safe, try getting your vehicle free using traction aids rather than tow ropes or snatch straps

What’s the best tyre pressure for sand?

(Don’t get bogged) by AARON SCHUBERT

If your 4WD gets bogged on sand, there’s a good chance you are running your tyres with too much air in them. Every vehicle and beach are different, there is a correct tyre pressure for beach driving, and it depends on your vehicle, tyre size and how soft the sand is!

over each tyre’s small footprint (and forcing the tyres to sink), the load is spread over pretty much double the area and allows the tyres to float over the top of the sand.

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T LET YOUR TYRES DOWN ENOUGH?

deflated correctly for beach driving, you should be able to roll without any acceleration for at least a couple of meters. If you take your foot off the accelerator and the vehicle almost immediately bogs down and stops, you know the tyres are digging in and not floating, like they should be. Your vehicle shouldn’t be struggling to drive on the beach either; even the softest beaches can be driven by most 4WD’s without any issues. Be aware that if you corner quickly, your chances of rolling a tyre off the bead increase phenomenally. You should never brake hard, or turn quickly on soft sand anyway, but even more so when you have low tyre pressures

Another thing to remember is the temperature of the air in your tyres. This varies considerably, and your tyre pressures will change a lot depending on whether you read the gauge after driving for a while, or when the tyres are cold.

WHY

DO YOU LET YOUR TYRES DOWN FOR BEACH DRIVING?

When you let air out of your tyres, the surface area of rubber contacting the ground increases. It gets slightly wider, and a lot longer. From full tyre pressure down to around 15PSI your surface area nearly doubles. This means that instead of the weight of your 4WD being distributed

Asides from dramatically increasing the chances of your vehicle getting bogged on the beach, you work your engine considerably harder. A 4WD that has to bulldoze its way through soft sand as a pose to allowing the tyres to float over the sand will often run much hotter and can easily cause engine damage if you aren’t careful. This also results in using a lot more fuel than if you adjusted your pressures properly. You will find that you dig huge ruts with tyre pressures that are too hard as well, which will make it very difficult for anyone else to follow in your tracks. Asides from the giant ruts, tyres that are not deflated enough spin and create bumps on the track. The bottom line though, if you don’t have the PSI for beach driving you risk getting stuck. If this happens to be as the tide is coming up, you are putting your pride and joy at risk.

HOW DO YOU KNOW WHEN YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TYRE PRESSURES?

Adjust your pressures according to the conditions. When your 4WD tyres are

https://www.4wdingaustralia.com.

The best tyre pressure for sand is the one that allows you to drive over it easily and safely.

letters to the editor

Dear Editor,

A recent letter from Sooz reveals a compassionate and caring person; perhaps slightly misinformed. The expression, First Nation, is not new – Canada has been using it for years. D.N.A’ Studies have shown that a race of people who are now in Papua was on the mainland of Australia thousands of years before the people called Australian Aboriginals and were still on Tasmania at the arrival of Europeans. I am not sorry that we brought civilisation to Australia. Read Tim Flannery’s “Two Classic Tales Of Australian Exploration “, especially the articles by Watkin Tench and see if you would still be sorry. Blakey.

Dear Editor,

I sympathise with Col Walker, but don’t expect many people to know the correct meaning of words like “iconic” any more than “decimate” or “aggravate”, despite completing school. However, I thought our education system did include instructions on the use of appropriate articles with singular and plural nouns. So why have I heard twice recently, the expression “a ways”? Who taught them that?

H.Beneke

Dear Editor,

The British, whom the Aboriginal Activists despise as ‘Colonising Invaders’ were themselves invaded many times over the centuries. These invaders included the Celtic Tribes, the Romans, the Anglo-Saxons, the Vikings and the Normans. The local Brits acquired many skills from these invaders and eventually made significant contributions to Science, Engineering, Medicine, Literature, Music and a system of Law that is still the envy of the Western World.

It is obvious that this Great Southern Land that we now call Australia would have been ultimately found by any one of a number of seafaring nations including the French, the Dutch, the Portuguese or the Germans, had it not been discovered by Captain James Cook and taken possession of in the name of King George III. As bad as the early experiences of the Aboriginals

Dear Editor,

Just a note to thank you so much for your excellent mag. Fantastic. I particularly enjoy the local historical perspective of the magazine and the much more open and honest... importantly... uncensored ...letters to the editor. Do I like it all... no but I love to see the Freedom of Speech retained. It's most refreshing in this age where many pollies and doctors apparently lack the courage of their convictions and refuse to speak up against the obvious problems associated with vaccinations, especially the relatively new m RNA Jabs... despite their Hippocratic Oath requirements of Do No Harm. How does that work?? when

Letter to the Editor:

On the 24th January this year I posted the following message in the Bribie Island and Surrounding Areas Open Forum Facebook page: “Message to the Motorcycle Rider 044VN, who speeded through the school Zone after 7 am when the lights were on warning that children could be present for school today: You are not qualified to ride a motorcycle. Quit while you are ahead.”

While many of the 30 posts supported me for calling out this bad behaviour, there were

had with the British settlers and troopers were, I’m sure they could have been worse had one of these alternative powers taken possession. What to do now? Aboriginal children and adolescents need to acquire skills to equip them for this modern society. We need to improve the living conditions of Aboriginal families such that children attend school every day. School leavers need to be directed into TAFE colleges and Universities and then into skilled jobs. Ultimately all citizens should be equipped to work at any job and at any level. We are one nation and the benefits of living in this great country should be within the reach of all, regardless of their origins. What needs to be done is obvious. We don’t need more committees to convene, prevaricate and ultimately slow things down. Let’s just get on with it.

Michael, Bongaree

All-Cause Death Rates are thru the roof? WHY? Honest answers please pollies. I’d also like to give special mention to our somewhat less than wonderful MP Ali King who so far refuses to answer any of the nearly 300 emails I have sent to her... I thought pollies were paid by taxpayers to listen...? So, what are they there for? closely followed by Health Minister Qld Ms De Ath. She never replies...nor does Terry Young... all refuse to engage yet I know they keep taking my exorbitant taxes.... even at 70 years of age... Even billy- goate admits the jabs don't work and he has now sold his big pharma shares at huge profits... funded by taxpayers.... but that won't

a number of counter productive and critical posts like:

“If you’re worried about someone's riding call police link.... FB does nothing”

My answer: “Police will do nothing. FB tells him what he did wrong. A learning experience.”

The police will not charge someone on my word alone, but the rider or someone who knows him might have a word to him about it.

A surprising number of posts were like this one: “'Speeded'”.

My response: “Sped and speeded are both standard inflections

stop him from sending another pharma-manufactured scam our way... as discussed with Alby last week at the tennis.... a little fiddling while Alice was burning...

What a wonderful life these pollies have at our expense... all on the public teat... with zero accountability.... swanning here and there... of course no carbon used... eh?

Just like all the WEF Private jets at Davos... all-electric...!! At least Australia didn't send any public servants or pollies... did we...?

It's time for decent hardworking Aussies to speak up against the recent rorts we have endured and will continue.... if we let them.

Bruce from Bribie

of the verb to speed, and neither is more correct than the other. The old rule, purveyed in many English reference books, holds that speeded works only in the past-tense phrasal verb speeded up, but this recommendation is dated. In real-world, 21st-century usage, writers generally use whichever they think sounds best. Speeded is widely used without up, and sped is likewise used both alone and with up. Sped is about three times as common as speeded, though, which suggests that it remains the safer

choice.”

Why don’t they read the previous posts to see the answer to a question that has been asked many times?

My point is Why are people so super critical online? I have read much worse in other posts. People who are trying to contribute to the Bribie community are silenced by nit picking, super critical, nay sayers. These things would not be said face to face.

Why can’t we be supportive neighbours online as well as face to face?

Dr. R. Zolin

Dear Editor, A COMMENT ON “THE VOICE” PROPOSAL

We are being asked to deal with the proposition that Aborigines are essentially unrepresented or poorly represented. Let’s see if the statistics bear that out and begin by agreeing that democracy is usually regarded as the most representative system existing within the realm of mankind (forgive the political incorrectness, but I’m pre-woke when it comes to our great language).

According to my limited research library we have 226 Federal politicians in our Parliament of which 11

claim Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. As a product of our once decent education system, I deduce that this group of people have a 4.9% representation in the supreme policy making body of Australia. If you believe the fake natural growth of the Aboriginal population, this group makes up 3.2% of the country’s total population so how can it be statistically underrepresented? – of course it isn’t, but a lot of our citizens could be forgiven for believing the propaganda that indicates the opposite? This disinformation runs on the theme of the Proposal and Reasons for “The Voice” – that

the Aboriginal component in our society is not consulted on matters that affect them. Well, the statistics don’t back that up in that Aboriginal input comes in the form of a huge number of agencies that include Structures and organisations, National Indigenous representative bodies, The National Congress of Australia’s First Peoples, Land Councils and Other organisations that include the Reconciliation Australia, Australia for Native Tile and Reconciliation (ANTAR) and ‘Link-Up’. Think before you vote.

R.Galbraith Bongaree

The Editor

NEW BRIBIE BRIDGE – WHAT’S MISSING? Transport and Main Roads (State Gov’t) has asked locals to submit their opinions on a new bridge to Bribie. Bribie Island Road from the M1 will eventually be 4 lanes. This will undoubtedly bring more traffic volume.

In my opinion, from reading responses to the TMR Bridge Consultation process, locals seem to heavily favour a 4 lane bridge which they hope will deal with the traffic volume increases. Again in my opinion TMR also seems to favour a 4 lane bridge rather than progressively building 2 bridges of 2 lanes each. National and International

Letter to the Editor, Inconsiderate drivers on Bribie? I don’t think so. Some drivers may be a little old, some may not know where the indicator lever is, some may even drive below the speed limit, but inconsiderate, I dispute that. In January’s issue of the Bribie Islander, retired Queensland Police Sergeant Graham aired his frustration at slow drivers on Bribie Island. Well Graham, since you have been a resident on this idyllic island for only 18 months, you may not have time to slow your pulse rate down to suit the island lifestyle and you possibly still drive a vehicle in an aggressive

evidence clearly proves that more lanes means more traffic volume and continued flow blockages. What’s missing? TMR is responsible for main road and bridge planning and construction. The Bribie Road network however is the responsibility of MBRC. Well, we haven’t seen the MBRC’s future road planning to deal with the potential doubling of traffic volume squeezing on to Bribie Island. There will have to be extensive changes to our road network and car parking. Congestion at peak times is already excessive. With Moreton Bay becoming a city and with the new townships being built close

pursuit manner, rather than in a relaxed Bribie Island sort of manner. Just maybe you are the inconsiderate one?

In your example of following a flatbed truck at 40 km/hr from freshwater drive to the BP garage, you were probable right in assuming that the driver did not have a care in the world. Remember he was on Bribie, not the big smoke. You even cast suspicion that the driver may have been using a mobile phone but where is the proof. And what about hitting the kerb on those infernal roundabouts, something you as a professional driver probable have never done.

to us on the mainland the future traffic loads will be huge. Question – how can I comment on the consultation process without this major piece of planning detail from MBRC?

I would like to keep Bribie as a distinct coastal village. Maybe the answer is that visitors on arrival will just have to slow down. A workable (renewable energy small bus and ferry hopper) dedicated public transport service would also help locals and visitors to easily move around and reduce that invisible pollution.

Paul Fitzgerald Banksia Beach.

Well Graham, let us look at the facts.

From the end of Freshwater drive to the BP service station, it would take you around 10 minutes travelling at the designated speed limit. You did state that the speed limits along this section are signed at 50, 60 to 70 km/hr respectively but you did you forget the 40km/hr school zone? Because you had to do 40 km/hr, it probably added another 3 minutes to your overall journey time. They do say however that time is money

In Queensland it is legally acceptable to travel below the speed limit as long as it is not

too slow. There are restrictions when travelling on a freeway, but Bribie doesn’t have any of these. Remember the line that every Kilometre over the limit can be a killer. Travelling slower than the speed limit then is surely safer if we are to follow the logic.

My advice is for you to get over your frustrations, come to terms that you are no longer are a police officer, have some empathy for others on Bribie and start enjoying the Idyllic life you crave.

Max Schulz Designated Slow Driver Bongaree

BRIBIE ISLAND WRAP

www.mypolice.qld.gov.au/moreton

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION, BONGAREE

Detectives from Caboolture Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) and the Homicide Unit have charged a 47-year-old man with murder, in relation to the death of 51-year-old woman at Bongaree.

Police attended a Melia Street address at approximately 9pm on February 16 to conduct a welfare check, locating a 51-year-old woman unresponsive.

The property was declared a crime scene, and Operation Victor Alfredo established to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death.

Police located a 47-year-old man at South Caboolture on the morning of February 17, and he has been assisting police with enquiries.

It will be alleged the man and woman were known to each other.

Following extensive investigations, the 47-year-old Caboolture man has been charged with murder (domestic violence), enter dwelling with intent, robbery and contravening an order about information necessary to access information stored electronically.

His bail has been refused and he is expected to appear before Caboolture Magistrates Court tomorrow (February

22).

Police continue to appeal for anyone with information which may assist investigations, including anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage of a white 200 Isuzu NKR 200 truck with QLD registration 170ZBA, to contact police.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www. crimestoppersqld.com.au.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic and family violence, you should report it to police.

Support and counselling are available from the following agencies:

• DVConnect Womensline: 1800 811 811

• DVConnect Mensline: 1800 600 636

• 1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732

More information is also available from the Queensland Government Domestic and Family Violence portal.

Quote this reference number: QP2300282267

Other 7

Assault 13

Unlawful Entry 7

Other Property Damage 13

Other Theft (excl. Unlawful Entry) 22

Drug Offences 17

Trespassing & Vagrancy 3

Good Order Offences 7

Traffic & Related Offences 13