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KAYLEIGH’S OFF TO SEE THE WIZARD

By Neil Wilson

We all know that the Bribie Island community abounds with talent but, as I found out when I met young actor Kayleigh Marven, there are even talented canines among us. Kayleigh, a year eleven student at Bribie Island State High School, will be cast in the role of Dorothy in the Gateway Theatre Productions presentation of The Wizard of Oz at The Events Centre in Caloundra during this month and on stage with her will be her little dog Snoopy in the role of ToTo. ‘A friend of mine tagged me when the post about the auditions appeared on Facebook and so I decided to try for the role,’ Kayleigh said. ‘After the audition I went for two call backs but really didn’t expect to be chosen so I was a bit surprised when they said I had the part. Last year I had a role in the production of Oliver Twist at Redcliffe and was also the understudy for The Artful Dodger,’ she added. Kayleigh, who moved to the area twelve years ago with her family told me Rosanna Natoli from Seven News will be playing the part of the Wicked Witch and, as a bit of a coincidence, the actor who has the part of the Lion in the play was born in the same hospital as she was at Basildon in the UK but he is twenty years olde. ‘He also played Fegan in Oliver Twist and we are really good friends,’ said Kayleigh. Although she has only been interested in acting for about three years, Kayleigh has always loved singing and is no stranger to being on stage entertaining an audience. She gets to sing the national anthem at school at selected times and has been chosen to perform the anthem at the RSL on ANZAC Day this year. ‘I sang a few songs at the last Beachmere carols

Kayleigh and Snoopy will be playing Dorothy and Toto.

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night and was also invited to sing at the Arts Festival in Caboolture,’ Kayleigh told me. ‘She even won the “Locals Only” competition at the Blue Pacific Hotel one Sunday,’ said Kayleigh’s proud mum Leigh. Now that she has obviously been bitten by the acting bug, Kayleigh said that after The Wizard, she will be waiting to see what Gateway Theatre Productions have planned next but is also considering trying out for a part in a cheerleading musical called “Bring It On” which is coming up. The Wizard of Oz will run from April 8th to 15th at The Events Centre in Caloundra and anyone who would like to purchase tickets can go to www.theeventscentre.com.au or if you require more information their phone number is 07 5491 4240. You can also check out Gateway Theatre Productions Facebook page.

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CABOOLTURE WARPLANE MUSEUM

By Neil Wilson

The SNJ Texan

F111 escape module

During the twentieth century, Australians and their aircraft fulfilled a vital and memorable role in aviation history, during wars as well in peace time and it is therefore the undeniable duty of us all to ensure that this history is preserved for all time. One undermanned group of extremely dedicated volunteers are constantly giving their all to this cause and that is the members who operate The Caboolture Warplane & Flight Heritage Museum. Located at Hangar 101 McNaught Road, Caboolture, the museum houses such a diverse variety of aviation related exhibits including documents and photographs, aircraft instruments, model aircraft and restored aircraft engines from as early as 1920. The museum was founded in early 1995 and at that stage, a considerable amount of the items on display were what had been made available after the winding up of the Darling Downs Aviation Museum. The displays are constantly increasing and to some extent changing as more interesting items become available. As well as the smaller items, there is a half sized replica of a German flying bomb, an F111 crew escape module, a Bren gun carrier and even an Iroquois helicopter, more commonly known as a Huey. Obviously, it is impossible to mention every one of these interesting exhibits but what I find absolutely fascinating is that the aircraft on display at the museum are maintained in an airworthy condition and are available for adventure flights through

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booking with the relevant syndicates that own the aircraft. The aircraft on display do vary from time to time and at the moment include a P51D Mustang, an SNJ Texan/Harvard and an Australian built Winjeel. The museum also features a theatrette and visitors are able to watch an extensive selection of relevant videos on a wide range of topics including wartime aircraft and there is even a kiddies corner to keep the little ones amused. The volunteers are normally able to provide a guided tour through the exhibits and will do their best to answer any questions that may be asked. At the entrance, there is a small shop from which visitors are able to purchase a range of souvenirs including caps, books, badges and keyrings. Museum Administrator Glenys Parry told me that the most important issue that they are facing is trying to obtain much needed funding, either by way of a government grant or sponsorship. ‘We are at the stage now where we really need to own our building here at the airfield so we have a free hand to set it up as we want,’ said Glenys. ‘It would be so good if there was someone out there interested enough in what we are trying to achieve that they would provide us with a generous sponsorship. Our main aim is to be able to maintain aviation history for the future and at the moment our only funds come from visitor entry fees, shop sales and any events that we run,’ she added. Glenys also told me that

groups are very welcome and special rates are available if prior bookings are made. ‘We often have groups of school children come through accompanied by their teacher and sometimes their parents as well,’ Glenys said. ‘The museum has also been quite popular with groups of seniors,’ she explained. While on the subject of events, museum committee member and volunteer Graham Cowan informed that there are two major fundraisers planned for 2017. ‘On Saturday May 20th we are having a Swing Night and we expect this to be really well patronised due to how popular it was last year,’ Graham told me. ‘Although a final date hasn’t been decided on yet, our other event will be the Wings and Wheels day in September and last year, people loved the concept of having both old cars and aircraft on display,’ he said. At the Swing Night, those who attend will be able to enjoy a great dinner and then be treated to music by a swing band. There will be lucky door prizes as well

as raffles on the night and dressing in military or period wear is encouraged. Tickets may be purchased by phoning 5499 1144 or 0407 172280. This great place to spend a few hours going back in time is open every day other than some public holidays and the hours are from 9am to 3pm. If you would like to find out information about becoming a member and perhaps even a much needed volunteer, you are welcome to call in to the museum or phone 5499 1144. You can also contact them by email which is cabookturewarplanemuseum@ gmail.com and they also have a web page to go to and this is www. caboolturewarplanemuseum.com If you decide to pay a visit to the Caboolture Warplane & Flight Heritage Museum, I would advise you to allow a few hours to enable you to have the time to browse and appreciate the extensive array of exhibits on display. It will be something you will not forget, I can assure you.

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BEWARE OF BREAK-INS AT BONGAREE

By Neil Wilson

This rather fortunate resident told me that, a few days after the episode at her place, break-ins occurred in at least three other places within the same complex and items such as laptops and a television were taken. Apparently, in one instance, a woman had woken up to find young people in her home and immediately called police. When they arrived, they found the draws from the dressing table in the park at the back. Not far away from where these incidents occurred, and in another complex, items such as purses and other valuables have been stolen, most likely by the same offenders and these errant youths were probably responsible for the senseless removal of a solar sensor light form a home across the road by breaking it from the bracket and, as I reported in issue 32, they left the solar panel, rendering the light absolutely useless.

Over the past two months, residents of a small concentrated area in Bongaree have been victims of a series of break-ins which are believed to be carried out by youngsters of about twelve or thirteen. I recently spoke to a resident of one of the complexes that have been targeted

by the thieves and she told me that as luck would have it, her husband who is a light sleeper had heard a noise and got out of bed to turn on the outside light. ‘When we looked at the screen door, we could see where they had cut the wire in an attempt to access the lever

that unlocks it,’ she told me. ‘I think they were scared off when the light came on. It looks like they came in over the fence at the back and stepped on the BBQ because the lid had fallen off and I think that was the noise that my husband had heard,’ she added.

The resident who I spoke to about her attempted break-in has taken extra steps to lessen her and her husband’s chances of falling prey to thieves and one very sensible precaution has been to fit a couple of solar sensor lights that she was able to purchase from Bribie Island Solar. Having a way of lighting up your outside area when movement is detected can be very likely all that would be needed to scare off would be thieves.

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HELEN AND GEOFF

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Helen and Geoff Bradford moved to our beautiful island just over twelve months ago from the New South Wales town of Casino and, after spending the last year getting their house and garden looking all spic and span, the couple are ready to use their multiple qualifications by offering seminars and courses to the local community. ‘We’re too young to retire and just sit around enjoying our environment here on this beautiful island,’ said Helen. ‘Veronica Mercer ( a contributor to The Bribie Islander) told us we should be using our skills to provide the community with a service that so many people would benefit from,’ she added. Helen is a qualified life coach and seminar presenter and, as well as having been a metaphysical teacher since 2001, she is the holder of certificates in selfdevelopment, personal empowerment and classical meditation. She will be offering seminars, workshops and private consultations in all of these areas right here on Bribie Island and the first of these will be an eight week morning spiritual and personal development workshop in attitudinal healing which begins on April 19th at 10am at the Bribie Island Community Centre on Sunderland Drive in Bellara. Before coming to the island, Geoff was an Anglican Priest and, due to no longer being able to be authentic when having to embrace conventional church theology, took an early retirement. As well as being obviously qualified in theology, Geoff

Geoff & Helen Bradford has been working in the field of spiritual and personal development since 1985 and holds a certificate IV in life coaching, is a certified Deep State Repatterning Practitioner and is of the belief that a personal spirituality is far more authentic than one that is taught. ‘A personal spirituality is arrived at through respectful discussion that leads to deeper thinking and taking on what makes sense to you,’ Geoff explained to me. Geoff is skilled in running retreats and quiet days and is holding a Quiet Day at Woorim Beach on May 6th beginning at 9am and describes it as an opportunity to stop and know yourself. Anyone who would like to find out more about what Helen and Geoff have to offer can phone Helen on 0412 894777 or Geoff on 0421 866560.

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Is Your Home Approved A New Face At Woorim Beach Meats and Ready For Sale? (No – Al did not get a face lift)

By Neil Wilson

You might be ready to sell but is your property ready? One important step in being ready to sell is checking to see what structures have a final approval. You do not require a final on all structures on your property to be able to sell, but knowing what is and isn’t approved will allow the sale of your property to go smoothly. Don’t assume the builders for either your home, pool or shed have submitted a final on the structure – you need to find out definitely. A simple phone call to Council will let you know the status of your approvals. As real estate agents we have no problem in selling a house with unapproved structures. Experience has shown we are best to know the FULL story. If a buyer has been informed a structure is not approved they will put in an offer taking the non-approval into consideration. There is nothing worse than your property going under contract,

a price negotiated and then the buyer finds out some of the structures do not have final approval. Most buyers will either request the seller obtain final approval or reduce the price they are willing to pay for a property, once a Contract for Sale has been signed. The first solution can be very stressful and time consuming for the seller, holding up the sale of the property. You could even loose your buyer. Alternatively, a price has been negotiated for the property and you as seller have moved onto the purchase of your next property and all of a sudden you will be left will less money than you expected. By finding out what is and isn’t approved you have choices. You can either make a decision to finalise the approvals with Council or chase up with the relevant builder/s to finalise the approvals.

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When Allan Riddle made the decision to introduce pies as a regular item on the list of meat products available at Woorim Beach Meats, I think even he was surprised at the increase in business that resulted from this rather bold move. With Allan, his wife Wendy and the rest of the staff working to capacity, it was time for another decision and that, Allan tells me resulted in him employing another experienced butcher to take some of the pressure off. About three weeks ago, Woorim Beach Meats welcomed Rob Johnson to the team. Rob is a third generation butcher and, although born in Gatton, has spent most of his life in the Bribie Island and Caboolture areas. As an indication of just how dedicated his family is to the meat industry, Rob told me that his father, who

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MAKING SENSE OF IT ALL - MAYBE

By Neil Wilson

becomes a serious nightmare and there have been almost uncountable numbers of formulae devised to reconcile the calendars as a way of marking time. The First Council of Nicaea ruled in 325 AD that Easter should be celebrated on the Sunday after the first full moon following the Spring equinox but this was totally ignored for centuries. More recently, there has been Mallen’s Method, Carter’s Method, Oudin’s Method and dozens more put forward to solve the problem. Another factor in the puzzle is, due to it having been decided that the vernal equinox would fall on March 20th, when it varied to March 21st as it did in 2007, church leaders got round it by redefining what is a full moon. An astronomical full moon is apparently not a day but just a moment in time and happens on different days according to which side of the International date line it is observed so waiting for an event to occur made it impossible to be able to plan ahead. For many centuries, astronomers, religious leaders, scientists and historians have all had theories about how to calculate Easter and, whilst some seem to get it more or less right, others leave one to wonder. Easter is regarded as a moveable feast and to understand the reasons for this it is important to firstly accept that not everyone uses the same calendar, even more so in ancient times. The Egyptians had a calendar based on the movement of the sun and this was passed down through Roman and Christian cultures to be acknowledged as the world standard

in modern times. The Jews however, had one based on the phases of the moon, the same as in Islam culture and this is why the month of Ramadan moves through the calendar and happens at a different time each year. Muslims always wait for sightings of the moon to decide what day it will start. Easter is a festival which tries to bring into harmony the solar and lunar calendars and is when Christians celebrate the Resurrection of Christ who, according to the gospel was killed three days prior to his Resurrection. This was at a time similar to that of the Jewish

Passover and Christians wanted to have their Easter feast day at around the same time. Passover is fixed according to the first full moon after the Northern hemisphere vernal or Spring equinox (the day on which night and day are exactly the same length of time). To in some way explain the difference between the solar and lunar calendars, the solar year is 365 days, 5 hours, 49 minutes and 12 seconds long. This is the time that it takes the Earth to move around the sun. However, a lunar year is calculated to be 354.37 days so trying to bring the two into any sort of harmony

To get around this, it was decided to use what is known as an Ecclesiastical full moon and this enabled dates to be set down in advance and astronomers approximately predicted the dates of the full moon for the Church. So it was that Easter was locked in as the first Sunday after the first Ecclesiastical full moon following March 20th whether it was the vernal equinox or not. To sum it up, we end up with a pre-conceived full moon following a pre-conceived vernal equinox. Wow, I think that I’ll just go by the calendar on the wall..

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TAVAS - Recreating the Antique Era of Aviation

By Neil Wilson

Andrew Carter with the Fokker E III Eindecker

We often see items in the media about new, very high technology fighter aircraft and passenger liners such as the Airbus A380 or the Boeing Dreamliner on the news but, sadly, there is very little or no mention about the aircraft built and flown by the early pioneers of aviation or their involvement in World War 1. However, if a not for profit organisation that goes by the name of TAVAS has anything to do with this regrettable situation, there will be much more public awareness and appreciation of those early aviators and the aircraft that they flew. The Australian Vintage Aviation Society (TAVAS) is based at Caboolture Airfield and was born after Andrew Carter, the driving force behind TAVAS, visited an air show at Omaka in New Zealand. Omaka is home to the Aviation Heritage Centre and Andrew tells of seeing fourteen World War 1 aircraft all flying at once in a display and it was this that inspired him with the thought that there should be something similar in Australia. ‘I had been watching the airfield at Caboolture since about 1993 and have followed the development here with interest,’ said Andrew. ‘When the organisation was formed, I felt that this airfield was ideal for the project due to several reasons including it’s proximity to Brisbane and the grass runways. Another important factor with this airfield is the amount of commercial activity here which provides a number of employment opportunities,’ he explained. A little known fact is that there were many Australians involved in the very early days of aviation, especially as pilots in the Australian Flying Corps during World War 1. Andrew and the team at TAVAS believe that it is essential that the memory of both this era and also of the designers,

Fokker D VIII

builders and pilots be kept alive and are addressing this need through a combination of education, restoring or building replicas of the aircraft from the era and hosting flying displays during which those who attend can actually see for themselves just what being involved in aviation in the early days was all about. ‘We were the only dominion who had pilots in World War 1and, as a matter of fact, Australian aviators have played a role in every conflict since aviation began,’ Andrew said.

objective is to gather actual airworthy aircraft or produce near to exact replicas of aviation past, especially as it pertains to Australia, and present them in a way that has never been seen before in this country by way of an interactive flying museum. The group believe that the facility should be a focal point of activity that will reach not only aviation but also tourism, education and industry for the benefit of the community, Australia and aviation enthusiasts throughout the world.

‘Our aim is to recreate the antique era of aviation and the aircraft so that what visitors to our displays are able to see represents this era. We concentrate on aircraft from before, during and immediately after World War 1 and there are also aircraft from the other conflicts such as World War II, Korea and Vietnam on the airfield for visitors to see. There is a strong warbird community here,’ Andrew told me. ‘With the range of aircraft that we have from that era, you would have to say that Caboolture airfield is the home of World War 1 aviation in Australia,’ he added.

In 2016, TAVAS held their inaugural Flying Display and Fly In at which visitors were able to see these aircraft up close and watch as they took to the skies for an actual flying display. Andrew told me that over the two days, about 3,500 attended the event and he felt that everyone went away happy.

At present, the aircraft owned and maintained by the members of the TAVAS group include a Bristol Fighter, a Sopwith Tri-plane, a Pietenpol Air Camper, a Fokker Tri-plane and Andrew’s Fokker E III Eindecker. ‘This is one of only two accurate replicas of the Eindecker that are flying in the world today, it was actually the first true fighter in the world,’ Andrew said about the plane that was described as the one that changed aircraft from targets to weapons. As well as these beautifully maintained aircraft, there are also others under construction. On a longer term basis, the TAVAS

Jack Ibbotson checking out the gun on the Bristol Fighter

This year, on April 22nd and 23rd, TAVAS will again host a Flying Display and Fly In with gates opening at 9am each day and activities coming to an end at 3pm. As with the previous year, there will be flying displays at various times throughout the day and those attending will also have the chance to see normal airfield operations between the displays. The aircraft on display will range from a beautifully built replica of a 1901 Condor, (The Condor was built in 1901 by Gustav Whitehead and, it is now believed that he beat the Wright brothers in being the first to sustain controlled, powered flight), to a representation of those planes that were involved in the conflicts of the twentieth century and the eras in between. There will be a wonderful variety of food available at the airfield as well as cold drinks, tea and coffee and, as a

Preparing the Fokker Triplane for the Flying Display

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large number of visitors are expected to take advantage of this opportunity TAVAS have made sure that there will be no chance of anyone going hungry. Andrew also informed me that there will be no problem with toilet facilities as they have arranged for forty portable toilets that will be placed at convenient locations at the airfield. To make sure that all who come to the display are able to park their vehicles with ease, there will be marshals on site to direct visitors to where a parking place is available on their arrival. Admission for adults will be a very reasonable $20 per person which is to be paid on arrival at the gate and, because of the location, only cash will be accepted. Under 16’s will be admitted for free. For more information about this great opportunity to take a step back in time, you can go to the TAVAS web site and, if you would like to contact them, there is an option available in the about section. TAVAS invites enquiries from anyone who would like to become involved with their organisation, either by becoming a member or by being able to offer their expertise in aviation maintenance, museum operations or any other area that you feel is relevant. Once again, you can contact them via their web site which is www.tavas. com.au and they will respond. When talking about the significance of the event, Andrew explained that the group are already looking forward to holding the display next year. ‘There will only be one opportunity for an Anzac Day centennial in our lifetime and putting on our display will be so important to not only the members of TAVAS but the community as well,’ Andrew said. ‘It is very special,’ he added.

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Salubrious Sea Sporting By Nikita Chee

Amongst the many great pastimes that can be spent along the bay of Bribie Island and surrounding areas is an aunatural boating experience that has been practiced for centuries: sailing. If you enjoy the feeling of wind running through your hair and salty-sea water kissing your skin but haven’t tried this kind of manual boating before then perhaps a course in sailing is right up your stream!

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There’s everything from sailing theory and safety to learning how to rig the boat and then of course understanding the wind and how to harness it. Not to mention that free barbeque in-between tuition! After the course is complete the club then provides opportunity to help crew on the

“It’s just a fantastic day out!”, declares one of the members.

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The Bribie Island Yacht Club is situated on Marine Parade Bellara, QLD, 4507. Call Rick on 0490 471 930 for more information.

Local sailing group, “The Bribie Island Yacht Club”, provides one such a course and is an ideal way to get right into the wash of what sailing has to offer. Club member and teacher Rick Saul exclaims, “Everyone is welcome! We love to see people come out for a sail and give it a go.” Every so often the club holds, “Discover Sailing”, and, “Learn to Sail”, days with the latter being paid tuition. The course is run by trained mariners who not only know the ropes of sailing but have had much experience on our beautiful Pumicestone Passage with many of them being locals themselves. Most who meet them would agree that these yachtsmen are very passionate about their hobby and are keen to share it with the community.

UK sailing expert Alex Ross takes a, “Pacer”, out for a spin

Learn to Sail days have seen people of all ages and walks come to the club to try this water-sport out with primary-school aged children, to retirees, to everyone

Club vessel, “Crosswind”, cruising on the Passage.

Supporting Polio Survivors through Post-Polio Network (Spinal Life Australia) and Polio Australia

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PPS is a diagnosed neurological condition which will affect up to 40% (depending on the study) of people who had “paralytic” polio. The main symptom of PPS is new muscle weakness that gradually worsens. It is often accompanied by decreased muscle endurance during activities, muscle and joint pain, muscle wasting, muscle spasms/ twitching, and severe fatigue. These problems usually come on gradually, but may start suddenly following surgery, hospitalisation or being confined to bed. Even muscles that were believed to be unaffected by the previous bout with polio may be affected. Poliomyelitis (polio) is a highly infectious disease caused by a virus. It invades the nervous system, and can cause total paralysis in a

Until the 1950s, polio crippled thousands of children every year in industrialised countries. Soon after the introduction of effective vaccines in the late 1950s (IPV) and early 1960s (OPV), polio was brought under control, and practically eliminated as a public health problem in industrialised countries. It took somewhat longer for polio to be recognised as a major problem in developing countries. However, ‘lameness surveys’ during the 1970s revealed that the disease was also frequent in developing countries, crippling thousands of children every year. As a result, during the 1970s routine immunization with OPV as part of national immunization programmes (Expanded Programme on Immunization, or EPI programmes)

was introduced worldwide, helping to control the disease in many developing countries. Today, the disease has been eliminated from most of the world, and only three countries worldwide remain polio-endemic (Nigeria, Pakistan and Afghanistan).

Rotary Club of Bribie Island www.rotarybribieisland. The Rotary Club of Bribie Island Queensland Australia provides support for local communities, international aid and networking and leadership opportunities, Involvement of Rotary “End Polio Now” World’s Greatest Meal are supported by the Bill & Melanie Yates foundation and Bribie Island Rotary and many Rotary Clubs in Australia support Polio Australia.

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Any Polio Survivor living in the Moreton Bay region Bribie Island, Sandstone Point, Ningi, Beachmere, Caboolture regions who are interested in a support group Please Contact Bill Peacock on 0403686998

Support Polio Australia’s work by donating online today! Join us on Facebook and Twitter too! www.polioaustralia.org.au

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Feedback encouraged on accessibility and inclusion in Moreton Bay

By Jamie English, Moreton Bay Regional Council

across our region. “To help inform the Plan, we want to understand the needs and issues most important to the Moreton Bay community when it comes to access and inclusion. Councillor for Division 7, Denise Sims, who is part of council’s committee spearheading the development of the Disability Access and Inclusion frameworks, said a public survey would be available from Tuesday 28 March until 5pm Tuesday 18 April. “The survey will only take 10 minutes to complete, but could help lead to a lifetime of improvements for residents with disabilities in our region,” Cr Sims said.

Moreton Bay Regional Council today adopted its very first ‘Disability Access and Inclusion Policy’, marking the next major step in its commitment to improving the accessibility and inclusiveness of council infrastructure and services in the Moreton Bay Region. For the first time, the Policy provides council with a clear framework to improving access and inclusion in the region, including compliance with relevant legislation and standards. With the Policy now in place, council will this week commence work to deliver a supporting ‘Disability Access and Inclusion Plan’, which will clearly set out council’s strategic approach to bettering access in the region, exploring practical ways to continue to improve the accessibility of council’s infrastructure, services and information moving forward. To help inform the Plan, Council’s Lifestyle and Amenity Spokesperson, Councillor Matt Constance, said council wanted to hear from

as many residents as possible about what was most important to them when it comes to accessibility, via a public survey available from Tuesday 28 March until 5pm Tuesday 18 April 2017. “We’re committed to ensuring residents of all abilities are able to enjoy a vibrant lifestyle full of opportunities within the Moreton Bay Region, with equal access to council’s services and infrastructure,” Cr Constance said. “Through the drafting of council’s inaugural ‘Disability Access and Inclusion Plan’, for the very first time we will clearly set out our commitment to making council facilities, services and information accessible to everyone. “The drafting of this plan will allow us to take a good look at the services, infrastructure and information council has in place now, and identify what actions we can take moving forward to improve accessibility and inclusiveness for residents of all abilities

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“I encourage as many residents as possible to take part in the survey, particularly residents with disabilities, their friends, family and carers, health care professionals and disability organisations. “We want to ensure the Moreton Bay Region is a great place to live, work and play for residents of all abilities. I look forward to delivering this plan and seeing it in action for our community.” Local Disability Advocate and Murrumba Downs resident, Elisha Wright, said the delivery of council’s first Disability Access and Inclusion Policy & Plan was great news for the entire Moreton Bay community, and she encouraged as many people as possible to get involved in the public consultation process. “Disability can affect anyone at any time throughout their life - you don’t need to be born with disability. Knowing that council is taking these steps and that progress will be made is very exciting for our region,” Ms Wright said.

“Access and inclusion can lead to positive outcomes for people with disabilities, providing them with the opportunity to be productive and contribute to their community. “From people with disabilities and their carers to local businesses within our community, I encourage a wide range of people to get involved and share their experiences through the consultation process, to ensure council’s plan is as diverse and possible and can deliver long-lasting benefits for our entire community.” There are several ways residents can take part in council’s ‘Disability Access and Inclusion’ survey: • Complete a survey online or download a hard copy from council’s website: moretonbay. qld.gov.au/disability • Complete the survey over the phone by calling council on 3205 0555 and requesting to speak with a Community & Cultural Programs Officer. If you are deaf, or have a hearing or speech impairment, you can contact Council through the National Relay Service. For more information visit www. relayservice.gov.au or National Relay Service Voice or TTY: 1800 555 660 If you require an interpreter, assistance is available through the Translating and Interpreter Service (TIS). Interpreter assistance is available in 160 languages and dialects. To use an interpreter, please phone 131 450. For more information visit moretonbay. qld.gov.au/disability or contact Council’s Community & Cultural Programs Team by emailing communityprograms@ moretonbay.qld.gov.au

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GUIDE DOGS Pet by Yvonne Bishop

Modern guide dog story starts during World War 1 when thousands of soldiers returned blinded, often by poison gas. A German doctor, Dr Gerhard Stalling had the idea of training dogs en masse. He explored ways of training dogs and in August 1916 opened the world’s first Guide Dog School for the Blind in Oldenburg.

Over the next few months I shall write articles about dogs that serve people in different roles. I shall start with Guide Dogs as they are the most well known and popular services Since the 1950’s guide dogs have improved the lives of Australians who are visually impaired, giving them confidence, freedom and companionship. History The earliest known example of a guide dog was depicted on a mural, dated in the first century AD found in the buried ruins of Roman Heculaneum. A wooden plaque from the Middle Ages shows a dog leading a blind man with a leash. The first attempt to train dogs to help the blind was around 1780 at Les Quinze-Vingts Hospital for the blind in Paris. In 1819, Johann Wilhelm Klein, founder of the Institute for the Education of the Blind in Vienna wrote about the concept of guide dogs in his book on educating blind people.

WHAT IS THAT BROWN PATCH ON MY LAWN? Many people have tried lawn “rocks” purchasable from some pet shops. These are placed into the pets drinking water to create alkaline water and less acidic urine. I do not recommend this approach.

Since then schools have opened up all over the world helping thousands of people to live independent lives. Dr Arnold Cook, a West Australian, lost his sight at 18 years old and in 1950 he arrived back in Australia, after studying in England. with the country’s first Guide dog, a black Labrador name Dreana. A year later the first Guide Dog Association was formed in Perth and by 1957 there were Associations in each state.

Creating less acidic urine leaves your pet open to a variety of urinary tract diseases including uroliths (stones) and infections. Our pets need to maintain slightly acidic urine to be healthy and fight off bacteria trying to climb their way up the ureter and infect the bladder, or worse, the kidneys. Many pets die from kidney failure.

In 1967 the first Puppy Raising Programme was launched, where puppies live in a family environment for the first twelve months. Breed The most common breed is the Labrador Retrievers. Other breeds used are Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, Standard Poodles and in the USA even Miniature Horses. To be continued. Happy training! Yvonne

Every owner of a healthy pet will find brown patches on their lawn where their pet urinates. Most pets move around creating small brown circles on the lawn. This is not lawn grubs or the weather, but the sign of a normal, healthy pet with slightly acidic urine which unfortunately causes a slight “burn” on the lawn where they’ve been to the toilet.

Other causes of less acidic urine are too much vegetable matter or fillers in the food. Feeding high quality food with a lot of animal proteins and not a lot of vegetable fillers helps to protect the urinary system. Do not deliberately attempt to create alkaline urine in your pet by any means, unless directed to do so by your Veterinarian.

Phone Dr Jackie for Veterinary appointments on: 0400 699 704

the islander pet pics Charli / slip slop slap before helping with the gardening. Jo - Banksia Beach

Brax (4) swimming and found the seaweed. Jo - Banksia Beach

Charli -dressing up for her walk at the beach. Jo - Banksia Beach

Charli (5) at Woorim dog beach. Jo - Banksia Beach

Charli’s birthday party with her cousins. Jo - Banksia Beach

Sambo is 14 this year and is a bull mastiff x bull Arab, he loves to sleep

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Meet Kayak Captain Boo on the Canal draining system. Madeleine Luck-Grillon, Bongaree.

Sambo keeping cool in the air con

Robbie the ragdoll cat with his little dog Bonnie

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AT LAST A NEW CHOICE Welcome to my first piece IN MOBILITY SCOOTERS. in The Bribie Islander. Bribie Electric Wheels is proud to offer the Vigorous range of mobility scooters. This new three / four wheel generation is not only an alternative affordable transport for the physically challenged but also for anyone who has given up driving or just needs to get around town without parking hassles and the expense of owning a vehicle. All units have a 50 to 60klms range with a 6 to 8 hour charge. The manager of Bribie Electric Scooters tells us that Qld Transport offers free registration and 3rd party insurance. They market three models: 1. The three wheel Cruiser with large seat.

2. The Sportster motor cycle style seat that carries an adult and a child. 3. The four wheel Quadro with windscreen. All are fitted with three wheel brakes, head, tail and stop lights together with indicators and horn. These machines have ample carrying capacity for groceries and such using top box and under seat storage. Vigorous offers independence with a faster and more maneuverable machine. Prices start from $3.500.00 For information and specs visit their website: www.bribieelectricwheels.com.au

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‘You have to understand, I’m just part of a team.’ This was what long time Bribie Island resident and Lions Club member Kev Williams said to me when we talked about his contribution to the success of the many projects that he has been involved in through the years. Kev, a plumber by trade, grew up in Sydney and discovered how great our island is when he moved here at the end of 1984. After a couple of years here, he took advantage of an offer to work as a plumber in a mine near Weipa and from there he went to a job where his duties involved teaching his trade to indigenous people. He then spent some time as a

For twelve years now, Kev has been the driving force behind the Camp Quality Christmas Picnic Day and the event has grown each year and has become a major date on the calendar for Kev and the Lions Club. ‘Last year there were over four hundred at Brennan Park on the day and it is always good to see the day so well attended,’ said Kev. ‘The very special part of the day is that there is always some moments of happiness not only for the children but also for their carers, their families and even the older children who return. Of course there are moments when we remember those that have gone as well,’ he added. Whilst on the topic of the Lions Club, until Kev, who is now the Purchasing Officer told me about this I had no idea the extent of the work that this club does for the local community. ‘We provide funding

for various causes as well as hearing tests for school children, put on the Australia Day breakfast, hold a seniors luncheon, do sausage sizzles at the schools and support BIKES (Bribie Island Kids Education Service). The Lions Club is all about provide whatever assistance we can to those in the community who need it,’ Kev explained. ‘We raise funds through providing our catering to various functions as well as holding raffles,’ he said.

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with the Lions Club and his dedication to helping others has resulted in him being quite well known in our local community and I very often hear his name mentioned in conversations with a wide range of people. Kev, although, as you are so quick to remind everyone, you are part of a team, the position that you play within that team makes you a very valuable player and an extraordinary member of the Bribie Island Community.

Over the years, the retired plumber has given his time and expertise to so many Lions Club projects as well as having done the mowing at the Scout and Guide grounds for a number of years and in the past has been a Scout leader for ten years. He informed me that when he becomes involved, the first thing he does is to make a plan. ‘You need to have a plan otherwise things just go wrong. That is something I’m good at, making a plan,’ said Kev. ‘Of course, what I do would not be possible without the support of my wife Jan,’ he said. By way of recognition of his service to his club and the community at large, Kev has been made a life member of the Bribie Island Lions Club, has received the Lions Club Distinguished Service Award, the Lions Clubs International USA Melvin Jones Award to name just a few. He was also nominated for the Australian of the Year Award in 2014 and the Volunteer of the Year Award in 2017. As one would expect, Kev’s involvement

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CONSCIOUS LIVING Gratitudes or Platitudes?

You are all probably aware of the importance of gratitude. There are gratitude diaries to write things you’re grateful for each day, you are encouraged to spend time being grateful for your life and be in a positive mindset. But what if in the every day, humdrum of life, these gratitudes become merely platitudes? “Platitiude - a remark or statement, especially one with a moral content, that has been used too often to be interesting or thoughtful” Much like the overused “I love you’, gratitude for gratitude’s sake, because it’s on your list of spiritual ‘to do’s’, is a rather pointless task. Why? Well let’s look at the main reason you want to focus on gratitude in the first place: You want to feel happier...right? FEEL happier and that’s the important part, when you actually FEEL happy, you lift your vibration and boost your immune system, ward off stress and worry, are likely to make better choices around your health and you are also more magnetic to the things that will continue to uplift you in life.

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BUT gratitudes that become rote are devoid of true feeling. If you want to shift to a happier place, then you have to really feel it. Gratitude needs to be infused with heartfelt feeling, you need to cultivate the actual sensation of emotion, bodily awareness and mindset of that which you are grateful for. In order to feel truly grateful it is worthwhile to contemplate the exact opposite. For example, if you are being appreciative of your peaceful life...first envisage life in a war zone. Contemplating your life of peace after this will surely create more depth of gratitude. So if you want to include gratitude in your daily practice, make it count! Make it embodied rather than remain on a purely intellectual level and FEEL the difference. For more tips and live videos on living a happier, healthier, freer life without the stress and shoulds go to my facebook pages www.facebook.com/beksthompson and www.facebook.com/zenphysiyoga and click like/friend/follow.

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WHAT A GREAT CONCEPT FOR BRIBIE ISLAND

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While visiting Geelong in Victoria, Keith had come across a series of structures all painted up to resemble various people that represent the local area and it’s history. On returning home, Keith mentioned this concept to a few associates and before long plans were in place for a similar series of these great tourist attractions to be erected on the foreshores of Bribie Island.

Project co-ordinator Adrian Lowe told me that the idea has already received tremendous support from a variety of locals and many are donating their skills and time to keep the project on track. ‘Energex are donating old treated power poles that we will cut to the necessary length, The Woodcrafters are doing the carving and local sketchers and artists will be providing the graphics, said Adrian. ‘As well as that, Dulux are providing the paint at less than half price, Inspirations are donating the brushes etc and Irelands Floor Coverings are giving us as much underfelt as we need to wrap the finished bollards so that they are protected while being transported to their placement site,’ he added.

Anyone who knows Keith Hadley would be well aware of his passion for becoming involved in any project that will benefit the local community and therefore would not be surprised at the idea that he had after returning from a southern holiday last year.

the island they will place representations of Mathew Flinders, Bongaree, Ian Fairweather, Captain Johnstone (he was the captain of the Koopa which ran from Brisbane to Bribie) and Thomas Welsby. Also on the list are Captain Oxley, a convict, a Ngunda person (they were the original inhabitants), a fisherman, a VMR figure, a modern family of four, Emily Congeau, Sarah Balls and an old fashioned swimmer.

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A small plaque with a brief description of the character depicted will be attached to each bollard and there will also be a brochure available and this will not only explain more about the bollards but will also feature a map which will show the location of each bollard. ‘There are bollards in a few towns in the southern states, especially along the Murray and Darling Rivers as well as in Geelong,’ Adrian explained. ‘This will put Bribie Island on the tourist map and become an attractive addition for tourists and locals

Providing everything goes to plan, Adrian informed me that all the bollards will be in place by summer and he does have a couple of ideas for more locations in the future. As work on the Bollards of Bribie progresses, Adrian will be in need of someone who can take on the position of publicity officer and if anyone is interested in filling this vital role or would just like more information about the project, they can contact Adrian on 0400 517979

As part of the process to gain Council’s final approval for the project Adrian needs to receive your feedback on the idea of the bollards and would greatly appreciate your participation in a survey which can be accessed by going to www. infocentre.com.au/bollards and clicking on the link to the survey. There is also detailed information about the project on the site.

It is the intention of Adrian and the committee (actually a sub-committee of the Bribie Island Community Association) to erect five bollards on the Woorim foreshore and another fifteen on the shore of Pumicestone Passage. At Woorim the figures will be those of a surf lifesaver, junior nipper, surfer with surfboard , male and female swimmer and also a World War II soldier. At appropriate locations on the other side of

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Let’s trace it back “Mother’s Day Work Clubs” to teach local women how to care for their children properly. As another forerunner to Mother’s Day, abolitionist Julia Ward Howe wrote the “Mother’s Day Proclamation.” This was a call to action that asked mothers to unite in promoting world peace. Other pioneers of the celebration include the duo of Mary Towles Sasseen and Frank Hering who worked to organise a Mother’s Day in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Hering was described in some circles as the father of Mother’s Day.

Whilst the ancient Romans and Greeks did celebrate mothers and motherhood with their festivals in honour of the mother goddesses Rhea and Cybele, this was not in any way a precursor to the modern Mother’s Day celebrations that are observed in over forty six countries through the world today.

Perhaps the earliest appearance of Mother’s Day celebrations in more modern times is the early Christian festival “Mothering Sunday” which was once a popular tradition in the United Kingdom and parts of Europe. It was seen as a time when the faithful returned to their “mother church”, the main church in the area of their home for a special service. This tradition progressed to be a time when children presented their mothers with flowers and other gifts but lessened in popularity and eventually merged with the American Mother’s Day in the 1930’s. The modern American Mother’s Day has it’s origins in the 19th century when, in the years before the Civil War, Ann Reeves Jarvis helped to start

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dining out review By Richard Whetlor

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So here we are at Scoopys for the dining out review and I must say that I’m rather excited about this as John the head chef has told me what the next specials are and what they are currently serving :0)

Whilst we are choosing from the menu I get a call and I am on the phone when John comes out to greet us. Everyone orders except me but Selina tells me that John has the lunchtime dish for me.

Selina (my wife) and the kids Joe, Alfie and Elly met me at the Bribie Islander Bongaree office, then we walked up the road to this wonderful family restaurant situated next to Bongaree Jetty. The sun was shining and the reserved table awaited our presence, overlooking the Pumistone Passage.

The kids ordered their meals and Joe chose fish and chips, Elly chose chicken nuggets and chips and Alfie went for a hot dog which was more like a foot long hot dog! All food was devoured and little tummies full, I got the ploughman’s lunch and it was a cracker, a very common dish in the UK is ‘The Ploughman’s Lunch’ and I was chuffed to bits, lunch without ordering! A lovely selection of Salami, shaved leg of ham, pickled onions, gherkins, capers served in the salami, a selection of cheeses Brie, Blue and cheddar with sliced celery, with a serving of caramelised onion relish and spicy tomato relish (not too spicy) which really excited the taste buds

and what an amazing array of tantalising tastes there was with his selection of extra bits that John has added to this item on the ‘specials’ menu. I feel that John has really come up with a couple of new dishes that will sell out. Selina ordered the Dukkah crusted Tasmanian Salmon on a green chilli and cucumber salad, feta cheese and lime dressing which looked wonderful, and she reported back to base that it was. The salmon was cooked to perfection and Selina noted that the chilli and lime dressing complemented the fish perfectly. Rachel our advertising manager dropped by to take a look and commented “Doing the hard yards again?! The food looks amazing”. You know, it can be a real mission eating out with the kids sometimes, but Scoopys has the perfect family environment for safe

dining :0) as well as being a great little eatery for couples or a group outing and with fantastic water views too. Don’t forget they serve brekkie too so if you’re up early head to Scoopys, I have had eggs Benedict with an extra sausage and hash brown there, mmmmm yummy! Thumbs up from the Bribie Islander family Scoopy’s and thanks for having us, it was an excellent lunch, thanks guys!

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I thought of an idea a day before print, I wanted to offer the community a voice in our next issue. Thank you to all that sent in your contributions, there was that many overnight and the next morning that we could not fit them all into 2 pages!! Sorry if yours has not been published. Warm regards, Richard Whetlor - Editor

Boys and girls from 10 years and upwards meet at their den on Webster Street Bongaree Thursday 6.30 to 8.30pm. Cubs is Wednesday night. The first few weeks are at no charge. Your child can try the fun outdoors with climbing and making campfires, practising knots and cooking food. Periodically there are fun scout camps both on Bribie and at other locations. For more details contact Luke 0409 336 997.

‘TRIVIA TO THE RESCUE’ - Questions Answered Tell us a bit about the fundraiser and what’s planned for the event? ‘Trivia to the Rescue’ is a fun event, full of excitement for families and friends over 18. There will be fun games and raffles on the night, with over $8000 worth of prizes to be won throughout the evening. The event’s host for the night is Mr. Brendan Nelson, President of Town Planning Australia. International Tour Guide Mr. Rhendon Cook is running the auctions and games throughout the evening. The evening consists of trivia questions, an auction and several raffles, with a guest speaker from the Rural Fire Brigade speaking about the fantastic job they do. For our readers who don’t know, tell us a bit about what TEAM Brisbane is and what you do? TEAM Brisbane is an event organisation, consisting of 10 individuals who have come together for our inaugural event to raise funds and awareness for the Rural Fire Brigade - a charity that everyone needs in times of emergency, especially now with the current cyclone and aftermath Is the organisation Brisbane based? If so, what brings you out to Caboolture for a fundraiser? TEAM have chosen to host ‘Trivia to the Rescue’ at the Centenary Lakes Sports Club and Function Centre in Caboolture as it is a fantastic venue central to several Rural Fire Brigade locations, with our Rural Fire representative coming from Bellthorpe. The location was also chosen to bring the community together to be a part of this event, while also helping out a great cause. Why did you choose the rural firies to raise funds for? TEAM Brisbane have chosen the Rural Fire Brigade as they are a most deserving charity who are permanently on standby for any emergency and people in need of help. The Rural Fire Brigade constantly put their lives on the line to save the community and to save those in need. Most recently, the Rural Fire Brigade have had dealings with the ongoing disasters that have disturbed the Queensland coastline, with compassion and empathy, while getting stuck in and dealing with the happenings first hand. How much are you hoping to raise and what will that money be going towards? We are aiming to raise at least $1000 to donate to the Rural Fire Brigade with the money going to assist the general community and to help save people’s lives and property.

Flu Shot Could add that its time for some people to get their Flu shot now - all over 65 or those with cardiac or respiratory diseases - and several other chronic diseases these are free. Those not eligible fir the free shot can still be vaccinated for a fee. At Goodwin Family Medical Centre cost is $15.99 - phone your Dr now and make an appointment. Michael Nixon

Have you had thoughts on what your property may achieve in today’s market place? Jacqui Alexander 0410 580 194 or 07 3410 1853

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A Bribie local has started up designing t-shirts and leggings to start off with (I know they wish to do more in the future eg shoes, potentially canvas and or cushion covers). The main business is an online retailer, however, they will be attending the markets on Bribie (this weekend) with a small sample selection of tees (male/unisex and womens) to allow people to be able to see some of the products/prints/designs first hand, assess the high quality themselves and buy them from the stall if they wish. www.justcruisingapparel.com

Bribie Island welcomes Lizzie Cooper! We are relatively new to Bribie island having moved here from the UK in November but we are loving it here, so I thought I’d share some of my favourite island wildlife pictures following your offer to print ‘anything and everything’ in view of the vacant advertising space in the next edition of the Bribie islander, enjoy! Best wishes, Lizzie Cooper

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community New little business on Bribie Island I’m owner of a new little business on Bribie Island, Ajs Helping Hand and of course I would LOVE the chance of a little plug in your free pages you’re offering. I have only been going a few months and I am trying to get my name around as much as I can of course. About my business....basically I offer help with anything I’m able to do, whether it be help getting to appts, or with some personal care, help with housekeeping, walking the dogs, making lunches, prepping meals.....I think you get the idea haha. I’m based around Bribie but also travel to Cab, Morayfield, pretty much anywhere but some areas would attract a dearer price to allow travel. My motto is No job is Too Small, No Help is Too Hard. My page link is below for you to have a look at, I would appreciate any consideration you could offer me. If you need any more clarification of anything just let me know, I’d be happy to answer any questions. Thanks again, Aj www.facebook.com/AjHelpingHand

More signs along the street - PLEASE! Ask people to put their doggies on leads on the foreshore areas of Woorim beach along Boyd street. There is one sign in the car park area which no one sees. So could the council put more signs along the street as you enter the park areas. People think they are allowed to have their dogs running around. The birds also get chased by dogs and its very sad to see baby plovers trying to get away. A lot of people are coming to this area and not observing the laws because they know there are never any rangers around. Angela Bartlett

An introduction from the Island’s newest GP Hi Richard, What a fantastic idea re the available space in the Bribie Islander. My family and I are new to the Island - I am settling into life as the Island’s newest GP. Just a little introduction for the community from me if there is any room… I have recently moved from the UK to Bribie Island and am delighted to now be part of this fantastic Island community. I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself as a new local GP, working from Bribie Island Medical Centre, 15/19 Benabrow Avenue, Bellara. Originally I trained as a nurse and then decided to become a doctor, subsequently training as a GP, an area of work that I am passionate about due to the breadth of medicine it allows me to practice as well as the long term relationship and continuity of care it enables me to have with my patients. I enjoy being a generalist and am experienced in all areas of general practice. I am also an experienced occupational (workplace health) physician. At Bribie Island Medical Centre we pride ourselves on delivering high quality individualised care with a traditional family general practice ethos. We work as a clinical team, not as a group of individuals and therefore although our patients tend to register with one GP for most of their healthcare needs, they benefit from having access to the other GPs in the team where appropriate for specific issues, whilst having the ongoing continuity of care. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, travel and being in the great outdoors. I am married to Lizzie, also a doctor and we have three young children, two of whom attend one of the Island’s primary schools. Our house is therefore never quiet but always great fun! Dr Stuart Cooper - 3408 1288

Affinity Fitness Strengthening bodies, building confidence and changing lives. Affinity Fitness and Black Dragon Combat Systems Bribie Island are dedicated to changing your life. We’ve recently moved right next to the cinema and have an exciting re-branding announcement coming soon. We’re building a like-minded fitness community that is real about health and fitness; real about the true balance between being healthy, strong and confident, and real about being able to enjoy the things in life you love. There’s no push for diets and no workout gimmicks, just real health and fitness solutions that work to get the best out of you. Group fitness, strength and conditioning, HIIT Fit, Box Fit, Martial Arts, Muay Thai – Kickboxing. 219 First Avenue, Bribie Island – next to the cinema! 0439 736 899

Electrinity Queensland Australia Hi Richard, Looking through facebook and noticed your offer for free space in this month’s edition of the Bribie Islander. Can’t go past that opportunity. We have advertised in the past. We would love any exposure possible and appreciate it greatly. This is a lovely idea, capturing the true nature of your ‘local paper’. We always read your paper and magazine and think they are wonderful. Neil is a great journalist too. We are a local family owned & operated Electrical business, based at Bribie. I will attach a few photos/logo. We specialize in all domestic, commercial & industrial electrical services. Free electrical consultations. Facebook page: ELECTRINITY QUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA. License #79191. Thanks for the opportunity.

The Easter bunny will be at “Lulus Place” this Saturday and Sunday 8th and 9th of April from 9am till 12pm come and say hi!

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BUSY FINGERS

We have had very good feedback about our articles in the Bribie Islander, and we thank you for taking the time to read about us. One man asked “where do we get our volunteers from”, the answer is from people like you, you and YOU. Volunteers are the most important resource that Busy Fingers have, like all charities we could not function or succeed in our goals without them. Some of our valued volunteers are retirees, who just want to give something back to their community while others seek social contact with other community minded citizens. We are always on the lookout for new volunteers, both male and female who have half a day or more to spare, you will not only make new friends, but acquire some new skills. We are also registered with Centrelink, so we not only have senior workers, but also young people trying to get a start in the employment field. We have a great new building with a large lunchroom, a great place for a chat with new friends while have morning tea which is supplied.

WHAT IS VOLUNTEERING? It is giving some your valuable spare time for free to a good cause, resulting in making a real difference to people’s lives. There are volunteers in most organisations including some of the ones we support such as Bribie VMR, SES, Meals on Wheels, Diabetes Support, Dragons Abreast, Aged Care and Moreton-Bribie Hospice to name a few. So please, if you have some spare time, why not come and join our family. Contact our lovely manager Sonia on 34081014 or drop into the shop to speak to her, we are situated at 38 Cotterill Ave Bongaree. We have been trialling a pickup and delivery service on Saturday mornings and it is proving to be both convenient and very beneficial to our customers, so we will continue this service in the coming months. We were forced to place a chain across the driveway from close of business Saturday until Monday morning due to the theft

of donations during this period and also the dumping of rubbish causing high disposal fees. Thankfully, our supporters have continued to donate goods during opening hours or have arranged for us to collect the large items, all you need to do is call 3408 1014 to arrange a time for a free pickup. We do not accept old televisions, damaged or soiled items but we do accept working fridges and washing machines and any resaleable items, if you are unsure, please discuss it with our manager when you call for a pick up. WINTER IS NEARLY HERE – even though we are still suffering humid conditions of late, winter is close at hand, we have many boxes of winter clothing which we are beginning to put out for sale at very reasonable prices. Our manager has been having 50% off sales over the last few weeks which have included the winter clothes, so be quick as our regular shoppers know a bargain when they see it. The shop will continue to have some summer clothing available throughout the winter months in case you are holidaying in a warmer climate.

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THE STORY OF THE NEW OPERATION BRIBIE GARDEN

By Jeff Korn

In 2011, members of Operation Bribie approached the Bribe Island Vietnam Veterans Association about a relocation of the garden and a deal was struck. The new garden would be located in front of the container at Vietnam Veterans Park. With assistance from members of B Company, 6 RAR, Bribie Island Vietnam Veterans constructed the garden which was designed by Jeff Korn who was also responsible for planting the garden to a Vietnam era Infantry Rifle Coy in battle theme. Jeff is an ex member of D Company, 6 RAR/NZ.

The back of the garden is planted with Star Jasmine representing the peace left behind by the soldiers and the rock in the centre represents company headquarters. The three arrowhead formations stand for the platoons, thus advancing in formation whilst the Geranium Ivy represents the jungle that the company is advancing through. The cactus with the red flowers is the blood spilled on the battlefield and the eight Rosemary are the infantry personell killed during Operation Bribie. The black Mondo Grass is for the Cavalry person and the APC.

LANDSCAPING Once this hot weather is behind us, we have to remove the gravel at the front of the shop which we put down to accommodate storage sheds during our construction. Once we have finished this, we will landscape the area, so we will be asking for any green thumbs out there to help us with this task. We need to cover the front and the area along the fence in the car park, so if anyone is interested in helping to design, develop and maintain our gardens, we would be most grateful, we will call for help in a few months time. Once again, we wish to thank Richard and the Bribie Islander family for their assistance in putting our news out there, and we hope to see you in the shop soon.

CLIMATE CHANGE - WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT

By Neil Wilson

The last ice age ended rather abruptly about 7,000 ago and this marked the start of the modern climate era as well as the beginning of human civilisation. Whilst most of the climate changes that occurred over the 650,000 years prior to this can be attributed to very small variations in the Earth’s orbit that changed the amount of solar energy our planet received, one must take notice of the scientific research relating to climate trends over the last century. Most of the leading scientific organisations in the world have issued statements endorsing the belief that climate change during this period is very likely due to human activity. They say that the current warming trend is proceeding at a rate that is unprecedented over the last 1,300 years and is very likely human induced. Technological advances have allowed scientists to see the big picture by

collecting different types of information about our planet and this data, collected over many years, reveals a strong indication of a changing climate.

age recovery warming. Scientists tell us that there is no doubt that increased levels of greenhouse gasses must cause the earth to warm in response.

Carbon dioxide and other gasses have been proved to possess a heat trapping quality and this was clearly demonstrated in the 19th century. They have the ability to affect the transfer of infra-red energy through the atmosphere and this is the scientific basis of many instruments that are flown by NASA. Ice cores that have been drawn from Greenland, Antarctica and tropical mountain glaciers have shown that the Earth’s climate responds to changes in greenhouse gas levels and ancient evidence can also be found in tree rings, ocean sediments and coral reefs. This evidence suggests that current warming is occurring approximately ten times faster than the average rate of ice

Global sea levels rose about seventeen centimetres in the last century whereas in the last decade, the rate is almost double that of the last century. Results of all three major global surface temperature reconstructions show that the Earth has warmed since 1880 with most of the warming occurring over the last thirty five years. The oceans have absorbed most of this heat with the top 700 metres of ocean indicating a warming of over 0. 300 degrees fahrenheit since 1969. The Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets have decreased in mass according to data from NASA’s Gravity Recovery and Climate experiments and the extent as well as the thickness of Arctic sea ice having declined rapidly

over the last several decades. Glaciers are retreating almost everywhere including in the Alps, Himalayas and the Andes while satellite observations show that the amount of spring snow cover in the Northern Hemisphere has decreased over the past five decades and is also melting earlier.Since the Industrial Revolution began the acidity of surface ocean waters has increased by approximately thirty percent and this increase is the result of humans emitting more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere and therefore more being absorbed into the oceans. I suppose that, as the information in this article was drawn mainly from a NASA website, the obvious conclusion would be that, if they can put someone on the Moon, they should have the ability to correctly analyse the situation relating to climate change.

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The Bribie Island Tigers are making their mark on the 2017 season. The club is performing well with 5 of our 6 competition teams currently sitting in the top 3 on their respective ladders. Club president John Aldous said the club couldn’t be prouder of how the teams are settling in to the season. Our results are the hard work the players are putting in at training and the 110% effort they give to each game. “Our spectators also inspire our teams and you can really see how this is translating on the field,” John said. We welcome the community to come to the club and support our players, particularly on a Friday when our senior teams play. We have our canteen open and a BBQ in operation. It is a great family night out. Keep an eye on our Facebook where we advertise the games each week. Games are held at the soccer fields, Entrance 2, First Avenue, Bribie Island. We are also excited to have increased our miniroos team numbers this year. Right now we have increased our player numbers with our active registrations exceeding 240 and registrations for our girls and women increasing to more than 17%. Miniroos play on a Saturday and the kids just love it. We also offer miniroos kickstart for our smallest Tigers aged 3-5 years. We will be starting up new sessions soon, so if you have a little one and want to get them out and active, follow us on Facebook for all the details.

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mad poets society “There are so many people who show disdain for poetry mainly because they do not understand the emotions felt by the writer whether it be Keats, Longfellow, Byron, Paterson, Lawson or Kendall”. “Prose is written to be read, poetry is emotion to be felt”

THE WALKING TRACK AT TAKARAKKA Sharmayne Kurtz Where on a holiday at Carnarvon Gorge Experiencing wildlife and nature bush walks Just in the caravan camped by the site Camp life is by fire light There are campers caravans and tents Happy hour alcohol conversation to vent Lots of people from all walks of life Come to see Godwanna the Serpent light But the experience unfolds as you walk through the bush The wattle so yellow the trees so huge The gums that grow out of the limestone rock Guard over the gullies and hills of this ancient block The limestone rock towers over you all day The clear flowing streams of Carnarvon Creek way The colours of the leaves red green and blue Are just a few of natures hues Pick your own adventure day in and day out Depends on how fit your are if your fat stay out The Great Carnarvon Walk is 87km 6 to 7 days of this ceremonial walk way But you can pick and choose what ever you like But once you hit the trail it is addictive alright

TRAILER TRASH Sharmayne Kurtz There is a plot of land back from the beach Where caravans motorhomes and tents are complete Some are permanents while other just visit It’s a village of people that live a spirit Some have gardens with herbs and plants While others sit back in their veranda camps

We start with 7 km just a 3hr walk To end in the diversity of Moss Garden Walk If ever there is a heaven this place must be it The rocks that wear the moss green coats Ferns and plants that dance and float The sound of water trickling down You sit in this sacred shrine and turn around As you gaze at the waterfall your mouth is a gape The tree fern canopy is dancing with the space And you look up to see the massive granite rock The sound of the water as it drips and plops Slows down your thoughts and you almost stop You are awakened by the water the wind and the clouds The natural cathedral like the Vatican some how We are in heaven and there is no way out I do not want to leave or even shout Down from the gorge across the river stream Watch your footing on the rocks in between The water it is running there is no time to wait But you just stand still and watch the way The colours of the rocks leaves and ferns Dance with your dreams and have you turn You cannot walk by without a look This is a timeless memory and it feels really good We are off to the Amphitheatre 1 km away The Gorge is commanding and it is late in the day

AUSTRALIA - MOUNTAIN PEAKS Hazel Cameron (King) Australia - a land of contrasts, Parts seemingly dry and arid Yet with stately gums Reaching toward a bright blue sky.

No matter what time of the day or night There is someone watching your movement alright The rules are strict and it is a clean little park Putt putt golf a pool with no bar

The earth below the trees Almost barren of any growing thing Yet dotted with native plants, green and hardy Ground strewn with rocks Held in place by hungry soil.

The trailer homes have a tin cat on the roof A plastic owl just to shoo The massive crows and bush turkey alike

Gum’s tree trunks white and gnarled, tall and strong With a mantle of light green Eucalypt leaves Denying the aridness of this beautiful land.

That wakes you early for a breakfast delight The staff are friendly and always on the go Communal living is always on show A caravan park just by the sea Running water and camp fire tea

Tree bases showing peeling bark Revealing the beauty and strength of the white trunks Supporting a green canopy, Arms outstretched, as though worshiping Some unseen creator for the gift of life.

So if you are looking for a place and a quiet retreat It is not big or flash and very discreet The Woorim Caravan Park backs onto the bush Across the road from the shops and the Fish & Chip Nook

And in the background, majestic mountain peaks Thrusting skywards - bare, barren and waiting unchanging As a paramour waiting for their lover’s touch Which will revive and revitalize. The mountains solid and loyal Bearing a promise of faithfulness Never to disappoint, but to go on being there.

The bakery and butcher are just up the road There is a pub and the bottle shop to mend your woes The morale of this story is as simple as this You can have nothing at all and still live like this

The tops of the mountains Slashing the bright blue sky in a jagged line, The apex reaching down over crevasses, ravines and rolling hills Finally melding with the earth And a line of subdued green leafed endemic trees.

We enter the Amphitheatre and the rock wall is immense It is massive with colour your head spins and yet There is a ladder at the base that leads up into the dark The archway opens onto the ferns like a park The sound of silence that comes from this seclusion High up in the gorge it feels like a delusion We sit and ingest this quiet retreat And head down the gully for a reprieve Forests of gums cycads and ferns Wattles of colour that makes your head turn Gorges that rise and fall at a spell We come to the gates of this massive rock hell Tiny steps across the river rock It is like a sign enter the land that time forgot But you heart is pumping and you climb and you give Narrow rock steps that command and bid You push and push until you are out of breath The Art Gallery a massive cliff wall or is it an art shed 180 millions years of stories unfold Rainbow Serpent the dreamtime world Fertility hunting capture and prey It is there on the rock for us to pray This story this message is as old as time Of rituals and burials a cemetery of crime It takes an hour to ingest all of this The weather is closing it is time to split The hills the escarpment the forest and the rock Put you in touch with the master and his flock It strips you back to the beginning of time That Carnarvon Gorge is truly divine

AUSTRALIA - SYDNEYSCAPE Hazel Cameron (King) Sydney’s year of the Olympics World renowned Opera House Sails bathed in a translucent blue light Framed by the graceful curve of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Breathlessly awaiting the beginning of the games, Sails of the Opera House Curved and white during daylight hours, Seen from afar Dotted with tourists Armed with their ever-present cameras. Languages from far and distant lands As they stand in awe of this amazing structural feat. And in the background The Harbour Bridge Transporting hundreds daily From one side of Sydney to the other. The bridge another engineering feat To be copied by no-one else. The city stands poised, almost breathless Waiting for an enormous influx of Athletes and spectators Which will swell to breaking point This already huge metropolis. The hurry and scurry of construction workers Preparing for this great Olympic event, Building, renovating, repairing and cleaning, Wishing to present a beautiful city As a bride prepared for her special day. And, as always, the heart of the city Welcoming each and everyone. Australia - Sydneyscape.

Australia - magnificent in its grandeur.

Bribie Island Bush Poets: Just a reminder that our local poets will be meeting on the last Monday of the month. We had a wonderful meeting last month for our 1st birthday and new poets are turning up all the time as well as enthusiastic listeners. 35 Arcadia Ave. Enquiries : Cay 3408 3219

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VulnerABLE Is it because we desperately desire acceptance and belonging with people and we feel that if we show our true selves, nobody would be interested? That we could possibly be rejected? That we might be ugly to the world? I believe these are just the beginning of the reasons why people cover-up their identities. It’s saddening. Saddening because it’s a loss of character.

Have you ever gone to say something and it just came out wrong, done something utterly embarrassing or been so adamant about a point of view only to find out you were completely mistaken? How about, faced someone you had hurt in order to apologise to them or perhaps let out all your feelings and emotions that you had kept hidden deep down to someone you love? If you have, then you have felt what it feels like to be vulnerable. I have to admit, it’s a scary word. A million things and situations pop into your head of times when you’ve felt vulnerable in the past, times that you’ll know you’ll have to be in the future and probably any kind of vulnerability you’re feeling right now. I hear ya, loud and very clear. It can be the most painful thing ever, but by golly, it does you the world of good and the world the world of good. There’s some kind of intriguing instinctual behaviour the emerges within us when we are faced with a situation (or person) that could make us feel vulnerable. Without adequate training in how to respond to and reciprocate back vulnerability then the first thing we usually do is to go into self-defence. The walls go up, and nahuh, ain’t nobody gon’ come in!

These walls are put up to protect what I like to call the squishy parts of us (with the biggest squishy being the heart). However, they don’t always look rough. In-fact, most walls to vulnerability are sparkling: polished, pretty and perfect. How dangerously deceitful! The deception being on us. See, there is somewhat of a hidden mystery, a hidden power in the act of being open about who you are. Who you really are. Who you really really are

deep deep down inside and what you love. It is a basic human need to express ourselves. Wellness in our lives is derived from this expression and when it is stifled then we become uncomfortable with ourselves and with others. Therefore, these walls that we put up to protect ourselves do more harm than good for our soul. So why do we invest so much energy into putting up façades and putting on, “make-up”, that cover our true identities?

We all know that this is not the way to live a truly happy and fulfilled life. We were born to be individuals who understand each other’s differences and embrace them. One of the big keys to unlocking this freedom is vulnerability. When we can truly be ourselves and say how we feel about things it does this amazing thing. Fascinatingly, it unleashes our recipient and/or audience to do just the same! Your openness and honesty literally becomes a bridge for other people around you to be themselves also. People love it when they can see all the, “pimples”, and “freckles”, in your life. Because it allows them to feel okay about themselves also. Vulnerability in the right measure at the right time can be one of the most liberating things for the people around you. It says you’re okay, and their okay too and that they are loved.

Easter road safety campaign launches as school holidays kick off

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Wet conditions will be the biggest threat on Queensland roads as we launch our new road safety campaign to coincide with Easter school holidays. The campaign, launched earlier today, is urging motorists to drive to conditions and check for road closures before leaving home. Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Mike Keating said extra officers would target the Fatal Five over the school holiday period with a high visibility presence on the roads. “There will be an increased police presence on the State’s major road networks over the next three weeks, with officers maintaining high visibility in order to discourage the contributing factors of road trauma,” Assistant Commissioner Keating said. “The 2015 Easter holiday period was the worst year on record for fatalities on our roads. Then 2016 was the best year yet. We’re hoping to replicate the positive result this Easter and would encourage everyone to remain vigilant and make wise decisions on our roads.” The current road toll for 2017 stands at 54 compared to 55 last year. The QPS traffic operation will be conducted from Friday March 31 until Friday April 21 and incorporate the Easter long weekend, with school resuming on Tuesday, April 18. Police Minister Mark Ryan said

dangerous road conditions had been created from a week of severe weather across the state. “A large proportion of Queensland’s road network remains affected by the impact of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie and I would urge all motorists to drive to conditions and take extra care,” Minister Ryan said. “Our clear message is always – if it is flooded, forget it! If you do have to travel, always have a ‘Plan B’ of alternative routes to take in case roads are flooded or closed.” Main Roads and Road Safety Minister Mark Bailey said while flooding and damaged roads were hampering cyclone recovery efforts in North Queensland and the South East was experiencing wide spread flooding, motorists should carefully review their travel plans. “There are roads closed across Queensland as the result of cyclone damage, floods and landslips and while some of these will reopen within days, other roads might take longer to reopen,” Mr Bailey said. “I urge all motorists to check traffic and travel information via QLDTraffic* before getting in the car to make sure they can get to their destination safety. *Queenslanders can pre-plan their trips by visiting www.qldtraffic.qld.gov. au, downloading the QLDTraffic app or calling 13 19 40.

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By Philip Arlidge

THE BRIBIE WINELANDER At the recent Beefsteak and Burgundy Club dinner held at The Kai Restaurant the main theme of the night was a presentation of Houghtons Wines from Western Australia. On arrival the canapes of tomato with mozzarella and a corn fritter with smoked salmon and a dill creme fraiche was served with a Pol Gessner Champagne. The first Houghton was the current release 2016 Houghton White Classic which cost the absurd price of $5.70 from Dan Murphy’s, I can only think this was an opportunity to clear the tanks for this year’s vintage and the resultant sale was many thousands of cases, whatever the reason it made for a great night! As a surprise and as a comparison I managed to secure some of the 2005 Museum Houghton White Classic and everyone was surprised at how wonderfully well this wine has developed with perfect cellaring from Houghton themselves and supplied especially for our evening, a wine that money can’t buy. Served with the wines were seasoned chicken skewers and a sweet potato and roast beetroot salad with a lime aioli sauce. Being St. Patricks Day Cameron presented Guiness braised brisket on a chump mash with green beans and stout jus for the main course which was accompanied by The Houghton Frankland River “The Bandit” 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon. This is an excellent wine which cost around $20 per bottle, said to commemorate the capture “Moondyne Joe” Western Australia’s

version of Ned Kelly at the Houghton Homestead. As we had worked well under budget for the evening I was able to put on a great Houghton Margaret River 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon the “Gladstone”. This wine recognises Dr. John Gladstone who saw the potential of The Margaret River Region and the similarities to Bordeaux in France in the regions soils, climate and proximity to the sea. Although the region only produces around 8% of Australia’s wine it contributes 28% of the countries premium wine production. To finish a blueberry frangipane and vanilla ice cream served with a delightful Blandy’s 5 Y.O. Malmsey Madeira wine which hails from The Island of Madeira. At this stage I think the next Beefsteak and Burgundy Club Dinner will be sometime towards the end of April as several of our members will be jetting away in May, if you are interested in an evening of fine food and very good wine please drop me a line on arlidge@ bigpond.com We shall be having a look at a range of Yalumba Wines which may throw up a few surprises. An important winery in The Australian portfolio that has escaped our attention is Yalumba which today stands as the oldest surviving family winery and is located near the town of Angaston in South Australia in The Barossa Valley wine region and was founded by a British Brewer, Samuel Smith, who emigrated to Australia with his family from Wareham

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Let’s Talk About Suicide! Life asked death “Why do people love you, but hate me?”

Death replied, “Because you are a beautiful lie and I am a painful truth” By Veronica Mercer, (Mental Health Accredited Social Worker)

Around 20% of Australians are affected by some form of mental illness every year, yet many do not receive the treatment and support they need. The suicide rate among young people with mental illness is at least seven times higher than the general population. It is one of the main causes of premature death in this group. Suicide can be related to distressing life events such as unemployment, relationship breakdown, debt, social isolation. Sometimes people feel they are a burden, and that it would be better for everyone if he/she were not around. For people with chronic illness issues, the distress of the illness can be magnified to the point where there is an overwhelming belief of wanting to end their life. We saw this with Robin Williams aged 63 (actor/comedian) who took his own life in 11th August 2014. Robin had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disorder. The symptoms were already obvious to Robin, as he was not able to remember his lines when working, he experienced confusion and hated the fact that he could not control the debilitating anxiety he was experiencing. He also had a life long history of depression. The true diagnosis was Lewy Bodies Dementia, which was confirmed by autopsy. There are no guarantees in life, it fluctuates for all of us, good to bad and bad to good. can be hard, and it can knock us on our backsides often. However not all of us consider taking our own life. What is that “thing” that makes a person feel so bad that that want their life to end. When I am working with an individual with suicidal ideations, I always ask them “Do you really want to die, or do you want the pain to stop?” 90% of the time the reply is “have the pain stop”. The pain is the overwhelming emotions that are surfacing and which the individual is not coping with. The ability to cope with life’s knocks and hurdles is a key factor in who will and who will not take their life. • Over a five-year period from 2011 to 2015, the average number of suicide deaths in Australia per year was 2,687. • In 2015, preliminary data showed an average of 8.3 deaths by suicide in Australia each day. • The highest age-specific suicide rate for males in 2015 was observed in the 85+ age group (39.3 per 100,000) with 68 deaths.

•T his rate was considerably higher than the age-specific suicide rate observed in all other age groups, with the next highest age-specific suicide rate being in the 45-49, 40-44 and 50-54-year age groups. •T he highest age-specific suicide rate for females in 2015 was observed in the 45-49 age group with 82 deaths (10.4 per 100,000), followed by the 50-54, 35-39 and 55-59 age groups (9.4, 8.6 and 8.6 per 100,000 respectively). •F or those of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, there were 152 deaths due to suicide (110 male, 42 female), which was the 5th most common cause of death. •F or NSW, Qld, SA, WA and NT, the standardised death rate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People (25.5 per 100,000) was twice the rate of nonIndigenous (12.5 per 100,000). •T he proportion of total deaths attributed to suicide was higher in males (2.8%) than females (0.9%). (Australian Bureau of Statistics. (2016)).

Reasons why some do and why not don’t. Often the reason for a suicide are not rational. We all face crises or problems like those listed below. One difference among individuals who take their own lives, is that these situations cause such pain or hopelessness they can’t see any other way out.

again with those missing family members.

•a re unable to sleep or sleep all the time

Disgust with oneself: The feeling of dissatisfaction with oneself because of an inability to live up to some moral imperative, such as sexual abstinence of one sort or another, or failure, or simply a physical abhorrence of themselves, can rise to an intolerable degree. This can include those who have been sexually abused at some point in their life.

•h ave sudden mood swings – a sudden lift in mood after a period of depression could indicate they have made the decision to attempt suicide

Chagrin: There are some people who feel humiliated by what seem the ordinary failures of life; and they choose to kill themselves. Helplessness: Feeling entirely helpless and at the mercy of others may become intolerable. Loss of self: Because of illness or isolation, there may be a disintegration of a sense of self. Living then becomes unimportant and not worth preserving. Fear: These suicides do not reflect a desire to die, but rather an attempt to get away from what they fear.

Suicide Awareness High-risk warning signs A person may be at high risk of attempting suicide if they: • threaten to hurt or kill themselves • actively look for ways to kill themselves, such as stockpiling tablets or buying equipment that could be used to harm themselves

Depression: The anguish present in depression is something more than a profound feeling of sadness.

• talk, draw or write about death, dying or suicide.

Spite: “They will be sorry when I’m dead.” The so-called suicide gesture, which is really an attempt to manipulate others by threatening suicide, may on occasions go further than intended and result in death.

A person may also be at risk of attempting suicide if they:

Hatred: This is often the motivation behind those who kill former lovers and then themselves. It is the reason why someone sets Confusion: Certain confused states such as delirium or drug intoxication can so disturb the individual’s behaviour that they kill them self by mistakenly walking into the middle of traffic or setting himself on fire. Loneliness: The loss of certain critical people—a parent or a spouse—leaves some individuals entirely bereft. For those who believe there is some sort of afterlife, death represents a chance to be once

Other warning signs

• complain of feelings of hopelessness, saying things such as, ‘What’s the point of even trying? I know things are never going to get better’ • have episodes of sudden rage and anger • act recklessly and engage in risky activities with an apparent lack of concern about the consequences • talk about feeling trapped, such as saying they cannot see any way out of their current situation • start to abuse drugs or alcohol, or use more than they usually do • become increasingly withdrawn from friends, family and society in general • appear anxious and agitated

• t alk and act in a way that suggests their life has no sense of purpose • l ose interest in their appearance, such as dressing badly, no longer wearing make-up or not washing regularly •p ut their affairs in order.

Listening and talking is the key. Suicide is not an easy topic to discuss for many people. But talking about suicide does save lives. If one person can be saved from suicide by talking about it with someone, it is worth it; especially if that someone is you. One way to understand how a person is feeling is by listening to how they talk to people close to them. Watch what they may be saying on social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you suspect something’s wrong, talk to them about it. Rather, talking things through gives the person a chance to open-up and share what they’re going through, and allows you to support them. Don’t be afraid to ask questions – you can’t put the thought of suicide into someone’s head by raising the issue. The truth is that suicide is just a thought and a thought can be changed. Thoughts do not last forever. They change constantly. Viktor Frankel a survivor of Auschwitz tells us that “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In this space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.”

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During our talk, I asked Angry what type of music he preferred to listen to when he was relaxing and what he told me showed just how diverse his tastes for various genres are. ‘I do enjoy listening to a lot of jazz, singers like Nora Jones and Billy Halliday and sometimes I prefer contemporary singers, maybe Adele or Amy Winehouse. I love good vocals, not every singer can claim to produce really good vocals,’ he said. ‘I still really enjoy music from the seventies, Hendrix, Santana, Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones for example. There are also times when I listen to Bette Midler or perhaps Streisand. There’s a lot of beauty in that music,’ said Angry.

Angry Anderson Some know him for his time as a television reporter, some know him as a dedicated advocate for various charities and some may know him as Ironbar Bassey from the film “Mad Max, Beyond Thunderdome” but almost everyone knows him as the gravel voiced singer from Rose Tattoo. Of course, I’m talking about none other than rock and roll legend, Angry Anderson and during March I had the great pleasure of chatting to him at length about a variety of subjects including his personal tastes in music, his thoughts on the evolvement of rock and roll and his time as an actor. This was part of a series of interviews that I was doing in preparation for an article about the Mix FM concert at the Sandstone Point Hotel on May 20th but, after reflecting on my talk with Angry, I realised that this was a story all on it’s own so I hope that you enjoy reading about this down to earth, genuine Aussie who I found to be such an interesting man to talk to. Angry Anderson grew up in Melbourne and, as he told me, during his young years he listened to music as it transformed through the genres of country, jazz, blues and rockabilly in the 1950’s until rock and roll was finally born. ‘My uncle was a drummer in a swing band when I was growing up and I guess you could say he was my role model and his type of music had a definite influence on the type of music that I enjoyed,’ said Angry. ‘All those singers that were around at the time such as Eddie Cochrane, Gene Vincent and Buddy Holly actually started out playing country music and then it became influenced by jazz and all this eventually contributed to rock as we know today. My favourite era was the fifties and sixties and even the seventies and I think that was the richest period,’ he added. When I asked him about whether his three sons like his type of music he told me that they are all into hip hop. ‘The way I identified with the blues which of course has a strong African American origin, they identify with hip hop for the same reason,’ said Angry. ‘They have chosen their own music because

it was the music of their time. This repetitive style, rap or hip hop if you like is a style that I can’t relate to. When I hear some of it that just glorifies drug taking, denigration of women and violence, I reckon this has a lot to do with the amount of violence that we hear about, especially in America. A lot of the young people today idolise these artists and it becomes a natural thing to act in a similar way to what their music is about,’ he said. ‘When I was listening to the blues, it was all about celebration of life even though they certainly experienced pain. They sang about everything they did, getting up in the morning, picking cotton and whatever else was important to them,’ Angry explained. ‘The blues grew out of an acknowledgement of pain but it certainly didn’t dwell on that. ‘The other really beautiful thing about their music, they didn’t use instruments until later and relied on the instrument that they were born with, their voice. Their ability to sing in such perfect harmony is one of the amazing qualities that we associate with that style of music,’ he told me. Angry’s career as a band member began in the late sixties and it wasn’t until 1976 that he joined Rose Tattoo after being the singer in a number of other bands including Buster Brown. One of their most popular singles in 1977 was “Bad Boy for Love” and I guess that at the time, some people certainly related that to the type of bad boy image that Anderson was famous for. The band produced six studio albums over the next few years and, during a European tour in 1981, Angry played up his bad boy image when they appeared at the Reading Festival by head butting the amplifier until his scalp began to bleed. During this time Anderson had also started to appear as a regular on the Midday Show and then as a reporter on A Current Affair. After a minor role in the movie “Bullamakanka” in 1983, Anderson appeared as Ironbar Bassey in “Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome” which hit the screens in 1985. ‘When I saw the first “Mad Max” movie I got my management to

contact the producers and tell them of my wish to be in a movie like that, not necessarily another “Mad Max” but just something similar,’ Angry told me. ‘I missed out on the second one because I was touring with the band when it was made but I ended up in Thunderdome as Ironbar and it was supposed to be just a few scenes. Once they were shot George Miller told me that he really liked the way the character was developing and would like me to stay on. I think that the reason for that was just the real Aussie way Ironbar was perceived,’ he added In 1987, Rose Tattoo disbanded and Angry began to have success as a solo artist, his first hit being ‘Suddenly.” This, of course was the song that was featured in the Neighbours episode when Scott and Charlene were married. Ironically, Kylie Minogue who played the role of Charlene, had released a cover version of “Locomotion” which quickly rose up the charts to number one and prevented Angry’s hit from reaching the top. In another acting role, Angry played Herod in the Australian revival of Jesus Christ Superstar and by this time, was also becoming widely recognised as a frequent contributor to community causes, especially as a youth advocate. On Australia Day in 1993 he was made a Member of the Order of Australia as recognition of this. Rose Tattoo reformed briefly in 1993 to support Guns N’ Roses when they toured Australia but disbanded again soon after. Angry and Rose Tattoo once again reformed in 1998 and has continued to perform to this day although in 2012 there was some talk of another break-up due to the possibility of Angry entering the political arena. In August 2006, Rose Tattoo were inducted into the Australian Recording Industry Association Hall of Fame and, when talking about Angry, one rock music historian described him as someone who, over the course of his career had gone from attention grabbing rock’n’roll bad boy to all round Australian media star.

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He constantly commits himself to assisting cancer sufferers and is also an Ambassador for the Save Our Sons Foundation which is dedicated to finding a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, the number one genetic killer of young boys worldwide. ‘The one sure fact about this disease is that, if someone has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, they will die during their teen years,’ Angry explained. ‘There is no known cure and it mainly manifests itself in boys although there have been instances of girls being diagnosed. I would urge everyone to go on the website and read about just how this disease is affecting our youth. We need all the assistance possible to fund the necessary research being done to understand more about the disease and find a cure,’ said Angry. As I said at the beginning, this was one of a series of interviews and it was with regret that I had to end my chat with this man who had been so interesting to talk to over the previous forty five minutes, as I was due to put in a call to Darren Danielson of Chocolate Starfish and the result of that talk can be found elsewhere in these pages. After having my talk with Angry and more or less getting to know a bit about the guy himself, I am really looking forward to May 20th when Rose Tattoo and thirteen other artists will take the stage at the Sandstone Point Hotel. If you enjoy music from days gone by, make sure you get there for a great show.

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Over the years, Angry Anderson has become involved in many projects that offer assistance to those who need help in one way or another and just a few examples of this include constructing a playground for children with a disability, organising Christmas presents for socially and economically disadvantaged children, and assisting drought affected farmers with feed for their stock. An interesting snippet of trivia is that Angry Anderson is the grand nephew of Edmund Barton, Australia’s first Prime Minister.

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Although it would be natural to presume that, out of all the hits that Rose Tattoo have had over the years, Angry would name “Bad Boy for Love” as his favourite, he assured me that this was not the case. ‘There are actually two that I regard as my favourites, “Can’t Be Beaten” which is a song that I wrote when I was away for the first time and missing home, and “Scarred for Life” which is autobiographical and refers to the words that my mother said to me when I got my first tattoo. She told me that I was scarred for life,’ said Angry. ‘Out of the two I think I would have to say I like “Scarred for Life” the most,’ he said.

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recent song was one called “Wasted Dreams” and that was a beautiful but sad song and I really think that it would be probably my pick,’ said Grace. ‘It was a song about a young girl who was partying hard, into drugs and going nowhere and as the narrator, I was trying to tell her to slow down,’ she said.

Eurogliders How can anyone not love the consistently fantastic entertainment that the Sandstone Point Hotel is becoming so well known for. There’s no doubt about it, the great shows just keep on coming. The Mix FM concert on May 20th will be no exception with a line-up of fourteen acts who became famous during the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s performing fifty hits from their respective eras. As well as having a long and interesting chat with Angry Anderson from Rose Tattoo (one of the acts appearing on the day) I also spent time talking to Darren Danielson who is the drummer from Chocolate Starfish and the Eurogliders’ Grace Knight about what to expect on the day, their favourite music and their early motivation to make music a career. The Eurogliders were formed almost twelve years before Chocolate Starfish got together in 1992 and obviously were influenced by not only different artists but also completely different genres of music. Grace told me that as a young girl, her two favourites were anything Motown and Carole King. ‘I used to love dancing to Motown music and, when learning to play the guitar I started singing and it was usually a song by Carole King,’ said Grace. ‘I guess that Carole King really was a major influence on my early musical choices,’ she told me. When Darren was growing up and before he was old enough to go out and buy his own albums, he says that he remembers listening to his parent’s record collection which was music by bands such as Skyhooks and Creedance Clearwater

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Grace explained that as a singer, she regards herself as a teller of short stories and gets great satisfaction from being able to make people happy by presenting a story that is able to come across as believable, not only to her audience but also to her. ‘No matter what genre it is, jazz, pop or even folk, it has to sound believable and that’s important to me,’ said Grace. Having started in music in his early twenties, Darren said that he feels so lucky that he was able to not only get a start in the industry but to remain working in a job that he loves and he really looks forward to going to work. ‘You never know how a show will be before hand. One day it will be a gig in front a crowd of five thousand and the next it will be in a smoky bar with twenty people,’ he told me. One situation that the two bands have in common is that they have both broken up and then re-formed at a later time, and in a way for similar reasons. Whilst Grace told me that Eurogliders have broken up on occasions because the individual members have their own solo projects to achieve and for some time, Grace developed a career as a jazz singer. In actual fact, Grace and Eurogliders founder Bernie Lynch are the only current members and Grace said that they make good music together. ‘I’ve been working with Bernie for a long time and we enjoy each other’s company,’ she said. ‘We like the sound of our voices together and we like being on stage together,’ Grace added. Chocolate Starfish broke up in 1998 and re-formed in 2010 and members included the already ill Zoran Romic. ‘We had all remained friends over the years and Zoran’s health was one of the reasons that we decided to get back together to do what we enjoyed which of course was making music. After his death in 2012, we stayed together as a sort of legacy to Zoran and whenever we do a show there is always a moment when someone tells a story about him,’ Darren told me. ‘Each show we do is a sort of dedication to Zoran. Sometimes we wonder why it took so long for us to re-form but it was just that we all had other things to do,’ he added. I asked both Grace and Darren about whether they had been to the area before

and as it turns out, both have actually played at the venue previously. Grace said that she loved coming here as she found that everyone made them feel very welcome and it is such a beautiful place. Although Chocolate Starfish have not visited before, Darren has played at the Sandstone Point Hotel in his other role as the drummer with Psuedo Echo. ‘I remember playing up the hill toward the crowd and the hotel and it was pretty special,’ he said. It seems that the artists really enjoy appearing at the type of concert that will be at the Sandstone Point Hotel on May 20th and it’s something that they do quite often around the country. ‘It is always a chance to catch up for a bit of a chat,’ said Darren. On occasions you can be sitting out the back relaxing and having a drink with some of the other artists and suddenly someone will come to tell you’re on in five minutes and you remember why you’re there and jolt back to reality,’ he told me. Both Grace and Darren like the way each artist only does three songs and then another is on the stage. ‘It really keeps the crowd alive, they’re getting to hear one hit after another and they don’t get bored,’ said Grace. After this period of time away from home is over, Grace will be concentrating on finishing a theatre show that she is writing. As a matter of fact, she was working on it when I rang her the other week. She told me that she is really looking forward to bringing the show to life and being in it. As great news for any Chocolate Starfish fans out there, Darren informed me that before doing more of these type of concerts, the band will be recording new material after so long with no new albums released. ‘We believe that it’s time to move forward and, of course, new music will obviously give us a reason for another tour,’ Darren said. ‘We still enjoy playing our older songs but you have to perform new ones as well,’ he added. So, there you have it, fourteen acts, fifty hits and a great time at the Sandstone Point Hotel at the Mix FM Live concert on May 20th. Don’t be someone who wishes they had been there.

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BRIBIE ISLANDER I have just finished reading the November issue of The Bribie Islander and must congratulate you on an excellent publication, the presentation was of a high professional standard, content interesting and graphics superb. Once again congratulations and I look forward to reading future issues. John Gaffy Bongaree

I recently had the good fortune of reading your December issue. It was well-written and contained many items of local interest, (even the adverts provided a useful tool when looking for services) It is so refreshing to read a magazine that promotes our wonderful Island in such a positive way I feel you have found a niche that meets the community’s needs where other local magazines/papers have probably failed . I look forward to reading your next informative issue so keep up this quality standard. Chris Cook

You have lifted the bar with your latest edition, well done the paper looks great. Philip Alridge Banksia Beach

Again a newsworthy diverse edition giving insight to Bribie Island and surrounding area. Thank you to all of the team for giving insight and community participation. Bill Peacock Bribie

Thank you for your excellent publication and I have read every issue since it commenced over two years ago. I wish you well for the continuation of this colourful and informative magazine. Your presentation in a clear plastic wrapper ensures no weather damage. I am interested and startled by the full page of police charges for breaches of the law in each issue. The theme that connects most of the charges is an ego driven, selfish impatience from which I wonder what happened to the golden rule of yesteryear – ‘’Do unto others as you would have them do unto you’’! Bribie Island police are to be commended for their diligence in keeping our community safe. It is to be hoped that mandatory fines or court ordered service will shame those lawbreakers for their intolerance toward others. A breach of the law that rarely surfaces is verbal abuse of elderly and partially disabled people. They, or their carers need to speak out against the overbearing threats such people are subjected to by the command and control bullies. Be assured that these bullies can not cancel your home based community care, though they may indulge in elder intimidation. Singer and song writer Aretha Franklin addressed the meaning of respect in the song with that title. Tina Worth Woorim

The Bribie Islander is a GREAT publication – you are all doing a fantastic job. Peter Jones, Director Bribie Island Healing Room.

First of all may I congratulate you both for producing such a great publication - love it! Many thanks and keep up the great work. Jane Renall Bongaree

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A great local newspaper to pick up whenever I visit the island. From the superb images- to the broad news service, and obvious pride so many locals have to live there, amongst the natural beauty. As it changes,- it’s enriching to have images of the past included, - debt respected for the foundations. KEEP ON PRODUCING A MIGHTY LITTLE PAPER Berny, Caboolture

Really enjoyed the February issue with interesting stories and even the ads were entertaining. Just love Marj Webber’s stories - not a topic of particular interest to me but her enthusiasm and great photos always delight. Laughed out loud at the jokes and the poems were really good. Wasn’t it lovely to see so many families enjoying Wonderful Woorim over the holidays? The beach was festooned with colourful umbrellas and sun tents, people throwing a ball or a Frisbee, little ones sitting in the shallows squealing with delight, the slightly older ones zooming around on their boogie boards and BBQ picnic areas in full swing. Mother Nature at her best makes our Island a sheer delight......and it is free! Look forward to the next issue - well done to all there. Carol Woorim

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Lions Time Capsule 26.03.2017

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On Sunday, March 26th, I attended the Lions Time Capsule meet at the Bribie Island Memorial Gardens in response to a request from the Bribie Island Lions Club. I had been asked to attend on behalf of The Bribie Island Photography Club in order to record the events of the day by way of a few photographs. These photos taken will be transferred to a disc and this will be placed in the new time capsule which will be returned to the earth for another twenty five years. Lions Time Capsule 26.03.2017

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HELLY’S CELEBRITIES OF THE 20TH CENTURY

NO OPTION: LOVE HIM. OR HATE HIM. KEITH WILLIAMS - THE MAN BEHIND THE MONOCLE With Keith at the helm and Jackie as the observer in the speed boat, we start the lengthy run in regimented order. Never before having attempted such a marathon run, I am convinced that the only reason I manage to stay upright on my ski is the absolutely terrifying conviction that falling off means being eaten by a shark. Shortly after my ‘non-shark’ adventure I leave Australia for world-wide snow ski promotions with Qantas and stay working in London for 12 years as a celebrity profiler. But Keith and I keep in touch. By the time I return to Australia in 1980, the list of Keith’s achievements with his incredible spirit and innovation now include two International Raceways both on the Gold Coast and in Adelaide, introducing Theme Parks into Australia with Sea World, having built the first ever canal on the Gold Coast and the developing of Day Dream and Hamilton Islands. For his immense help in the development of the Gold Coast Keith will finally receive the ‘GOLD COAST LEGEND’ award.

Helly Kemp When the Brisbane postman’s son starts work as a telegram delivery boy at the age of 13, he predicts his own future of fame and fortune more accurately than anyone else could have: “I only have one ambition and that is to be the best telegram messenger. I want to have the cleanest uniform, the brightest shiny buttons and the cleanest pushbike.” This incredible passion, excitement and enthusiasm, as well as the driving need to be the best at whatever he does, clings to this true visionary Queenslander for the rest of his life until, in 2011, we lose this giant to a series of strokes at the age of 82 in his home town of Surfers Paradise. Keith Williams the man behind the monocle! Small in stature and cuddly with it, he does not look an over-strong chap, but he is the most energetic and powerfully hard working man I have ever met. The energy literally sparks off Keith. It’s like being with an electric eel that can change atmospheric particles in the immediate vicinity. Singlehandedly Keith creates more benefits for Queensland tourism and infrastructure than any other 20th century icon and he does it with lightning speed. He amasses, loses and rebuilds fortunes, and is at one time supposedly worth more than $150 million. But throughout his life Keith is plagued by fierce battles with the conservationists and the environmental lobby in general and is said to have created deep divisions in the community. Much in all this is pure jealousy, as Keith never takes no for an answer and gets things done that other people can’t achieve and sometimes can’t even comprehend. But the more the local North Queenslanders dislike him, the more the Southerners and Internationals applaud him, as his projects over the decades create hundreds of thousands of jobs. No option. You either love the guy or you hate him. I certainly belong to category one. My first encounter with this dynamo of a man comes in 1967, when he invites Formula 1 racing driver, Jackie Stewart, my boyfriend, Doug Stewart, who runs the Mitsubishi Rally Team, and myself, to his Surfers Paradise Water Ski Gardens. What a host! What fabulous sea food, decor and surroundings. And if that isn’t enough, there is the invitation to participate in a very long ski run from the Gardens all the way up the coast to Stradbroke Island. Having grown up in a land-locked country, in Vienna, Austria, where the newspaper headlines always make the biggest fuss about Australians being killed by sharks, I nearly turn down this invitation, but am glad when I don’t. What an adventure!

And by creating the Hamilton Island magic, Keith puts Australia on the top global tourist map with Hamilton becoming Australia’s largest, most profitable and successful prime tourist destination. What a contrast to the first time Keith drives me around Hamilton Island, and flies me over it in his helicopter, when the cattle are still roaming all over the hills. During the first stage of the now Hamilton Island 6,000ft 747 jet airstrip construction, started in 1980, a coral reef collapses underneath, tumbling part of the airstrip into the turquoise sea, and Keith tells me he is not insured for it.

“The reason I dislike these titles so much is that they antagonize people. Everyone imagines you running around with your top pockets stuffed full of $100 notes. “There are many so-called millionaires who think twice about buying themselves an ice cream. I never have any cash lying around. Every cent that is made is re-invested in the business. Not exactly the millionaire image, is it?” But his much-beloved 32m yacht, the Achilles, certainly is. Its understated classy elegance in colour, design and furnishings leaves you gaping and breathless. Some people say that Keith’s ultimate success is due to the backing of Queensland Premier Joh Bjelke-Peterson and his government. But maybe they have it upside down. I distinctly remember one Saturday afternoon with Keith on Hamilton Island, when the Premier phones him three separate times for advice on a policy matter. Keith’s last major development is still to come in the 21st century and will give the boost to the Cardwell Port Hinchinbrook region which it so badly needs.

telling his construction crew to immediately stop bulldozing, as it means cutting down one single eucalypt. It costs several thousand dollars to change the architect’s plan for saving that one tree. And it’s not the first time Keith has done exactly that. What a long way this young man, with his ‘larger than life’ way of thinking and achieving it all, has come, from his first business at the age of 16, manufacturing leather motor cycle accessories and already employing 50 people 5 years later and then winning Australia’s prestigious water ski championship in his twenties. So now in his fifties, I wonder by what title I am allowed to call my friend, as words like millionaire and entrepreneur are such a no-no. “I’ve got to be able to refer to you as something,” I say. “Yes,” he replies with a twinkle in his eye, dusting the ever-present monocle hanging round his neck, “Keith Williams.”

In fact it is ironic that Keith receives so many accusations of disregarding the environment, because he actually does care for it. And although he rules his empire with an iron fist, he has no illusions about himself and won’t do it in a white collar from behind his executive chair. Everything is hands-on, as he pays attention to every practical or aesthetic detail. I’ll never forget the day when I watch Keith at 5.30 a.m. on Hamilton Island, with his tape measure firmly fixed to his belt, in muddy ankle-high leather boots and work shorts,

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I can’t believe what happens next. In the midst of all that drama and confusion, Keith finds the time to fly across to the mainland, hire a car and drive himself 45 minutes on a dirt track road to the new Whitsunday Coast acreage property I have just bought. He turns up on my doorstep with a hamper of ham and the words “Just in case you’re hungry!” And Keith’s sense of humour never changes. He always has a good laugh about the caricature cartoons published of him, attached with the meaningful words ‘Golf’ ‘Oscar’ ‘Delta’ and even about a derogatory poem distributed by ‘local enemies’ throughout North Queensland. Media have sometimes labelled Keith a shark in business saying, “He only loves three things in life: money, money, money.” How terribly untrue! “It’s the sheer joy of achievement. That is my greatest reward,” he confirms. “I just love taking on and completing projects other people consider impossible. The best way to get me to do anything is to tell me it can’t be done.” Like that assumption, Keith and I share many similar attitudes and ideas although mine are miniscule in comparison, but he loves listening to them. We have a healthy respect for each other’s abilities and share a friendship that transcends four decades.

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This week officers from Bribie Island were called to attend several incidents involving stealing from vehicles and dwellings. Stolen bicycles were also reported several times during the week as well. In some instances property was stolen from insecure homes while the occupants were inside asleep, which is highly concerning. All residents are asked to lock their homes, check that their cars are secured, and be alert to any suspicious activity in their area. Historically there is often an increase in this type of offences over the holiday period, so please keep an eye on your own residence and that of your neighbours. If you see anyone loitering in your area, particularly in the early hours of the morning, please contact the station. The stations Volunteer in Policing (VIP) Mr Graham Gibb, is also available to assist with home security audits. Please contact the station for more information on 3410 9222. During the month officers attended several domestic violence incidents. If you or someone you know is living with domestic violence help is available. Please contact the station to find out more. Always call Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Traffic enforcement is being scaled up as we head into the Easter school holiday period. Large numbers of visitors will be attending the area as per usual at this time of the year, and officers will be performing additional patrols of the Islands off-road and parkland areas. I would ask that all residents obey the road rules, and be alert to visitors travelling in our area who may be unfamiliar with our traffic conditions. This month officers performed a large number of Roadside Breath Tests (RBT) and issued several Traffic Infringement Notices (TIN), mainly for speeding, vehicle registration and defective vehicle offences. Officers from Landsborough Road Policing also patrolled the Island during the month, and issued a number of infringements mainly for speeding. Officers from Bribie Island were also joined by the Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol during the month, who assisted police in conducting marine safety patrols of the Pumicestone Passage. A few infringements were issued for offences including not having appropriate safety equipment on board. This month officers from Bribie Island executed several search warrants for dangerous drugs. The supply of dangerous drugs in our community is a serious issue, and my officers and I are appreciative of the ongoing support we receive through the provision of crime stoppers information about this activity. If you have information which may assist police in investigating

drug offences, please contact the station or ring Crime Stoppers. You may always remain anonymous. A 28-year-old Bellara woman was charged with resisting arrest at a Bribie Island Shopping Centre. A 30-year-old Bongaree man was charged with obstructing police and public nuisance at a Bribie Island Shopping Centre. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 20. A 31-year-old Bellara man was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged reading of .043%, together with unlicensed driving. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 10. A 26-year-old Wurtulla man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 8. A 30-year-old Bongaree man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 24. A 19-year-old Bongaree man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 24. A 19-year-old Woorim man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 3. A 50-year-old Ningi man was fined for driving whilst unlicensed at Ningi. A 31-year-old Burpengary man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. A 30-year-old Woorim man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. A 27-year-old Bongaree man was fined for driving whilst unlicensed at Ningi. A 38-year-old Deception Bay man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 24. A 53-year-old Charleville woman was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged reading of .060%. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 30. A 20-year-old Banksia Beach man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 24.

A 36-year-old Bellara woman tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 27.

A 22-year-old Bongaree man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs at Bongaree. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 20.

A 39-year-old Bellara man was charged with disqualified driving at Ningi.

A 45-year-old Scarborough man was fined for public nuisance at Bongaree.

A 24-year-old Banksia Beach woman was fined for driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Ningi.

A 43-year-old Kippa-Ring man was charged with public nuisance and obstructing police at a Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 18.

A 34-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with driving whilst disqualified at Ningi. A 35-year-old Donnybrook woman was charged with driving whilst unlicensed at Sandstone Point. A 35-year-old Gordon Park man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Bellara. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 27. A 19-year-old Aspley man was charged with Liquor Act offences at a Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 4. An 18-year-old Burpengary man was charged with disobeying a move on direction at a Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 11. A 24-year-old Bracken Ridge man was charged with public nuisance at a Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 2. A 26-year-old Bellara man was charged with public nuisance and Liquor Act offences at a Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 2. A 21-year-old man and a 19-year-old man, both from Ningi, were charged with Liquor Act offences at a Sandstone Point hotel. They will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 27. A 23-year-old Hamilton man was charged with unlicensed driving at Woorim, and the vehicles number plates seized for seven days. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 14. A 31-year-old Bongaree man was charged with drink driving at Bongaree after returning an alleged reading of .119%. He will appear at Tuesday, March 14 A 22-year-old Woorim man tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. A 56-year-old Gympie woman was charged with public nuisance on Main Beach. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 6.

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A 35-year-old Ipswich man and a 19-yearold Nambour man were charged with possessing dangerous drugs and stating a false name at Bongaree. They will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 27. A 40-year-old Bongaree woman was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Bongaree. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 27. A 40-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with disqualified driving and his vehicle impounded at Bellara. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 18. A 36-year-old Bongaree man was charged with fraud after allegedly using stolen credit cards at Bongaree.

A 28-year-old woman from Bellara was charged with obstructing police and Liquor Act offences at a Sandstone Point Hotel. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 20. A 47-year-old Bray Park woman was charged with unlicensed driving at Bellara. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 6. A 59-year-old Bellara man was charged with trespassing at Bongaree. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 24. A 53-year-old Bongaree woman was charged with possessing a drug utensil at Bongaree after police executed a search warrant. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 27. A 43-year-old Bongaree man was charged with drink driving after allegedly returning a reading of .064% when intercepted at Bellara. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 27. A 20-year-old man and a 46-year-old man both from Bongaree were apprehended for possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils after police executed a search warrant at Bongaree. The 20-year-old man was subsequently drug diverted. The 46-year-old man will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 4. A 31-year-old Ningi man was charged with hooning at Bongaree and his vehicle impounded for 90 days. A 33-year-old man from Buderim and a 29-year-old Morayfield woman were both charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils after they were intercepted in a vehicle at Bongaree. They will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 27. A 18-year-old Bongaree man was fined for driving an unregistered and uninsured motorcycle on the road, together with unlicensed driving, after police received several complaints about trail bikes riding on the road near Buckley’s Hole. A 77-year-old Bongaree man was charged with unlawfully possessing a firearm after police executed a search warrant at Bongaree. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on April 13. A 48-year-old Bongaree man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs at Bongaree. He was subsequently remanded in custody.

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BLADDER CICADA

Burhinus grallarius Bush Stone-curlew Bush Stone-curlews are not common to Bribie Island. In fact there have been long periods of time where no sightings have been recorded at all. In the 1990’s a pair were regularly seen at the Bribie Island Golf course but had disappeared by the year 2000. Just recently a pair has once again appeared at the golf course and has been present for many months. It would be nice to think that they were able to breed there. The most noticeable features of the Bush Stone-curlews are their very long legs and yellow staring eyes. They are grey-brown in colour and during the day rest under trees remaining very still, blending in with the environment which makes them very hard to see. They are around 55 cm tall with a wing span of 55-60 cm. Most of their flying is done during the night. They live on the ground and prefer areas with reasonably short grass, scattered trees, dead branches and logs on the ground where they can hide if necessary when resting during the day. While resting they are usually standing very still or squatting on the ground but can move very quickly if needed. When wanting to become inconspicuous they will often spread out flat on the ground with their necks outstretched. Curlews are mainly nocturnal and it is at night if curlews are present you will hear their eerie, wailing, spine chilling calls. “Screaming Woman Bird”, is what they are called in some areas. Diet consists of insects, molluscs, mice, small reptiles and seeds. Food is obtained on the ground and they feed at night.

Flattened on the ground

Cystosoma saundersii Leaf-like wings make a good camouflage

The courtship dances are quite spectacular with each bird standing with wings outstretched, stamping their feet, stretching their necks and calling all the while for about an hour. Nests are a scrape on the ground usually near a fallen branch or tree for protection. Up to two brownish motley eggs are laid. Parents mate for life and they both incubate the eggs and tend their young. Chicks are unable to fly till they are about two months old so parents teach them to scavenge for food by dropping morsels on the ground for them to pick up. If the chicks are threatened parent birds become quite aggressive, raising their wings and rushing at the predator. Chicks also rely on camouflage to stay out of harm’s way. Sometimes in a situation of threat the parents will carry the chicks under their wings to a safer place. They are fully grown at about 7 weeks. Once very common in SE Queensland Bush Stone-curlews are now seldom seen or heard. Threats come in the form or foxes, cats, dogs and goannas that rely on their sense of smell and are not fooled by the camouflage stratagem. Their habitat is fast disappearing in many areas by way of clearing for agricultural and residential development and the removal of fallen timber on which they rely for protection. Fires are another threat. Eggs are in danger from snakes, goannas and grazing cattle trampling on their eggs. Bush Stone Curlews sometimes called Bush Thick-knees were once common in NSW and Victoria but their numbers have depleted so much that they are now classified as endangered in those two states and in South Australia they have become vulnerable. In Queensland, Western Australia and Northern Territory they are still classified as secure but their numbers are declining in many parts particularly in SE Queensland. The best place to see Bush Stone-curlews in Queensland is on the Barrier Reef Islands where they are not subject to as many threats as on the mainland. At some of the island resorts it is a common sight to see the curlews wandering through the grounds looking for hand outs. They are not present in Tasmania.

The first thing you notice on green Bladder Cicadas are their very large balloon like abdomens. These are almost hollow and are used as echo chambers to resonate the sounds made by their tymbals. Tymbals are situated on each side of the abdomen and pulsate creating a clicking sound which is amplified many times in the echo chamber. Cicadas are the only insects which use this method for making sound. Bladder Cicadas’ earsplitting sounds have been recorded as high as 90 decibels. When thousands of them call at once the sound is deafening. They are different to most other cicadas in that they are nocturnal and their call is heard usually for about half an hour after dusk. I captured one and kept it overnight and during that time the lone cicada made enough noise to wake us up and to keep us awake for some time. The froglike, metallic call of the males is made to attract females. There are over 200 species of cicadas in Australia and each has a distinctive call to attract their own kind. Other noticeable features of the Bladder Cicadas are the two large orange compound eyes on either side of the head and at the top of the head are three blue simple eyes. They have two pairs of wings. The large opaque wings when not being used sit straight across the body and the smaller wings are tucked underneath out of sight. Females lay around 200 eggs in little grooves they make on the branches of trees. In each of these grooves about twelve eggs are deposited. The eggs take several weeks to hatch into small nymphs which fall to the ground. The nymphs then burrow 10 – 40 cm into the ground and remain there for about five or six years. While underground they feed on the sap of trees and grasses by inserting their sharp needle like mouthpieces into the roots and sucking it out. They tunnel

with their strong forelegs from root to root extracting the juices for many years and during that time discard many coats. Somehow they know when it is the right time to emerge usually in early summer and very often it is a mass emergence where literally thousands of nymphs surface at the same time. They then climb a tree or vertical structure cling tightly to the bark and shed their shells which are left clinging and come forth as beautiful green cicadas about 5 cm in length. After all that time underground they now have only a few weeks to live, find a mate and reproduce. Bladder Cicadas are a common species and are found in north, central and south-east Queensland and as far south as Sydney. They feed on the saps of eucalyptus trees, some grasses and lantana. Their green colour and leaf-like opaque wings allow them to be well camouflaged during the day. Another form of protection is the time of day when they are active. They are poor fliers and coming out after dark makes them harder to detect. Even so they have many predators. Birds, bats, spiders, wasps, ants, mantas and tree crickets will all make a meal of the Cicadas. In some countries they are eaten by the local population. When we lived in the highlands of PNG our children had a meal of curried binitang (cicada) cooked for them by a local man. It was a dish the Papua New Guinean people were very fond of during the season.

In some Aboriginal cultures the Bush Stone-curlews are associated with death.

By Marj Webber Bush Stone-curlew scratching

Note tymbal and echo chamber

By Marj Webber Note 2 large compound eyes and three simple eyes.

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YOUR ZODIAC FORECAST MARCH MONTHLY FORECAST FROM OSCAR CAINER

Must carry this legal text once on the page) Teletopia. Max call cost $1.32 per minute, including GST. Higher charges from mobiles/payphones may apply. Customer care: 1300 366 702. April contains many dramatic astrological developments. Mercury, Saturn and Pluto all turn retrograde, Mars changes signs, as does Venus, twice, dipping back in and out of Pisces to end its own retrogradation. But most exciting is the Libran Full Moon aligning with the great opposition continuing to shape our destiny in 2017. The Moon lines up with Jupiter opposite the Sun conjunct Uranus in late Aries. This reinvigorates the T-square with Pluto that holds such transformational power. It can bring a realisation that’s key to manifesting our desires.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20) No matter how independent we are, no matter how self-motivated, assertive and confident we can be, none of us exists in a vacuum. For a spark to catch, we require oxygen. And for your ideas to catch on this month, you need someone to fuel your fire. Luckily, the skies suggest that not only will you find the fuel to feed your flame, you’ll have enough air to breathe and expand. Someone will help turn an inspired notion into the positive move you desire. If you communicate your passion, you’ll reap great rewards. April brings a rare cosmic opportunity for change. Call 1900 959 005. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) If you do this, instead of that, then that’ll happen instead. Unless, of course, you do that first. In which case, you’ll get more of this and less of that, assuming someone else does this and not that. Confused? That’s my point. With so many intricate issues to consider, they’ll just tie you up in knots. What’s important this month, is to become untied. With Mercury turning retrograde in your sign, the Sun entering it and Mars leaving it, nobody can free you from a process that’s taking up too much time and energy. You have to liberate yourself. Don’t miss your inspiring forecast for April. Call me: 1900 959 005. GEMINI (May 22 - June 22) Homer Simpson once changed his name to Max Power,

proclaiming there’s ‘the right way to do things, the wrong way, and the Max Power way’. ‘Isn’t that just the wrong way?’ asks his daughter Lisa. ‘Yes,’ Homer replies, ‘but faster!’ This month it’s almost like the economical engine powering your runaround is replaced with a V8 turbo-charged monster from a supercar. That’s great, if you’ve somewhere to go and fast. But not so great if you find yourself stuck in reverse gear! With the right co-pilot, you’ll go twice as far - and in the right direction too! Your NEW four-minute forecast for April is ready. Call 1900 959 005. CANCER (June 23 - July 23) Your relationship with one particular person is growing tense. Or so it seems. We may not be talking here, about a romantic relationship. The connection in question could be linked to your career or family life. But whatever once brought you both so close - and no matter how strong that camaraderie may have been - you’re no longer so sure you still share the same understanding. The powerful Full Moon conjunct Jupiter brings a realisation. Even if a sense of estrangement intensifies briefly this month, there’ll be resolution and reunion. I want to tell you why April has so many opportunities. Call 1900 959 005. LEO (July 24 - August 23) What’s the point of being reborn if everyone believes you’re still the same old person? Why bother with a transformation if no one notices and nothing seems to change? Well there’d still be valid reasons to undergo the transitions you’re experiencing. They’re affirmative steps. Not always easy, but positive nonetheless. The changes you’re making, and the breakthroughs they herald, will help regain control in an area of life you’ve felt powerless in. This month, it’s time to flap the wings you’ve grown, and let everyone see your bold new form. I have inspiring news in your brand-NEW April forecast. Call 1900 959 005. VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) ‘Imagine there’s no Heaven, it’s easy if you try...’ So sang the late, great John Lennon, many moons ago. But was he right? For many people, it is not so easy to imagine a world with no Heaven. The notion of eventual redemption, liberation, and vindication, is all that keeps many of

us going! Especially when life seems tough we think, ‘Perhaps my reward will be in Heaven.’ But actually, you don’t have to wait that long. This month, with the Full Moon conjunct Jupiter, life can bring you a real reward right here on Earth. Your forecast for the whole of April can really help you. Call 1900 959 005. LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) There are moments when we feel uniquely powerful. When it seems as if everything we’re involved in reaches maximum potential. Like air expanding to fill a void, it becomes impossible to do things by halves. This is all well and good if the things we do represent positive steps and decisions. But if, at this moment, we deviate from the right path, we can find ourselves spread too thinly or taking up uncomfortable positions. It’s important you now reflect upon your options. Make the right choices this month, and you’ll realise your potential. April is a powerful month for you. Find out more. Call 1900 959 005. SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Who’s in charge? Who calls the shots and chooses the direction your life must take? As both your ruler Pluto, and Saturn, turn retrograde this month, the more you contemplate such questions, the more you may feel sure it isn’t you. You’re conscious of situations in which you seem to lack power and influence. Yet you’re nowhere near as helpless as you fear. With the Full Moon linked to Pluto, someone’s listening to you, even if you suspect that they’re hardly hearing a word you say. This month you can find your true, hidden strengths. In April, the power of the planets can change your life. Call 1900 959 005. SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) No one wants to be a party-pooper. But there are times when we all need to feel we’re being taken seriously. When we want to be seen as more than a fair-weather friend and recognised as the person for all seasons we have the potential to be. You may not be a 24-hour party person, but you know how to live with an adventurous spirit. It’s part of your charm. So don’t become frustrated if someone can’t see your serious centre. You just have to show them. This month, match passion with resolve

and your natural abilities will be recognised. April brings great potential for change. I’ll explain. Call 1900 959 005. CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) History’s full of rulers whose reputations have been reduced to cliché. Canute? The tides. Henry VIII? The wives. Midas? The gold. Imagine such a long great life being eclipsed by one issue. Am I comparing you to monarchy? In a way, yes! Your dominion may not extend too far but you do reign over some territory at least. Yet with both your ruler and Pluto turning retrograde this month, you could be tempted by indecision. But the Full Moon brings wise and regal choices your way. Just try to do what history would applaud you for. Four minutes on the phone can make April special. Call 1900 959 005. AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) In the Emperor’s New Clothes, Hans Christian Andersen never mentions the birthdate of the dissenting child in the crowd. But all the hallmarks of an Aquarian are present: the ability to see what everyone else seems to be missing, and the compulsion to comment on that large grey mammal taking up too much space in the room! Your month ahead may not involve royal nudity, but it could contain a breakthrough that challenges a balance of power. If you’re keen to inspire a popular revolution, try to find a way to make your revolution feel popular! Inspiring times await you in April. Call your NEW forecast: 1900 959 005. PISCES (February 20 - March 20) As April begins, Venus, slipping backwards, returns to your sign. This could cause you to feel like a process is taking an inordinately long time. You might begin to feel like the biblical Methuselah! But why do we depict this legendary figure with a long beard? If you were to live for centuries, you’d have plenty of time to shave! This month, as the moon becomes full conjunct Jupiter, try to pace yourself. Venus links to Saturn, who keeps tight hold of the reins. But slow doesn’t always mean boring. Take it steady, and great things can start to happen. Be ready for the magic on offer to you in April. Call me: 1900 959 005.

READERS PHOTO COMPETITION! 1st place

Photo comp winner is Charley Farley

There are some skilled photographists out there on our little Island of paradise and the adjoining suburbs, so we thought let’s run a photo competition after a couple of our readers and contributors Marj Webber and Don Mc Ewenemailed to suggest the idea. I thought it’s a pretty cool idea, so send in your “photo of the month” (must be a local shot) and we’ll get our super resident photographer Shane T Reynolds from Grip N Rip Photography to judge the winners, 1st, 2nd and 3rd! Second Place Photo by: Sharon Holt from Bongaree White Patch Beach

Third Place Photo by: Jacqui Everson Another beautiful sunset on the Pumistone Passage of Bribie Island.

Photos must be submitted by the 25th of each month contact details are on page 53. Good luck! The Bribie Islander and the MINI Islander are not associated with any other publications, WE ONLY ORIGINATE AND NEVER IMITATE!

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John Cupper - Nectar Collector Marj Webber - Water Dance .jpg

Marj Webber - Hoverfly for Lunch John Cupper won the Projected Image Open Colour with “Nectar Collector “ a brilliant shot of a bee at work. “Nectar Collector” also won the Champion Image for the month which was voted in by members who were present at the meeting.

The theme for this month was “Nature” and was won with a score of 10 by Marj Webber with a gruesome shot of an Assassin Bug eating a Hoverfly titled “Hoverfly for Lunch”. Marj Webber also won the Mono Print section with “Water Dance” a photo of a Spoonbill and Ibis seemingly sashaying as in a square dance movement.

Our judge for the month was Graham Harris a PSQ accredited judge from Toowoomba. He gave us some interesting and helpful critiques which were mailed to us before the meeting.

Stan Mottershead with his Colour Print depicting a beautiful Lotus flower titled “Waterlily” was also a winner.

The hottest day of summer was the day chosen for our club outing and photo shoot at Buckley’s Hole. Several intrepid members braved the heat and managed to capture some interesting shots even though the lagoon was

Vince Bowser was the winner of the Mono Projected Image category with a striking shot titled “500 Years of History”.

Stan Mottershead - Water Lily

Vince Bowser - 500-Years-of-History

almost dry. These were shown in a slide show at the meeting.

properties of the image.

Two of our members were involved in a photo shoot for the Nippers during the month with new member Gaby Shaw capturing some brilliant action shots of children in the water. This was during the Club Carnival which was a very busy day for the Nippers, and also a hot one. The dry sand on the beach and near the clubhouse was just too hot to arrange the age group shots. Our instruction for the night was a lesson by Gordon and Gail on how to prepare our images for the monthly meeting including resizing, and adding title and category into the

Our next club outing and photo shoot is to be at the Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens. Welcome to two new members Gaby Shaw and Richard Spear who joined our club this month. The Bribie Island Photography Club meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 pm in the board room at the Arts Centre on Sunderland Drive. New members are always welcome. The first two meetings are free. If you wish to come along ring Gordon or Gail or just turn up on the night. We would love to see you!

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Bribie Vibe Arts & Craft Market Bribie Island Community Arts Centre, 191 Bribie Island Rd Banksia Beach Markets are held on the last Sunday of every month. Cancer Council Markets Brennan Park, Welsby Parade

Monster Raffle 11am @ Bribie Recreation Hall. $5 entry includes 20 tickets. Held by: TS Koopa - Unit. Support Committee Inc

Ali Campbell’s UB40 ft. Astro & Mickey Virtue at Sandstone Point Hotel at 2pm

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Vietnam Veteran’s Association Meeting at 9am Recreational Hall 156 First Avenue Ph: 3408 0405

Multicultural English Every Monday 9am-12pm 9 Verdoni Street, Bellara Ph. 3408 8440

Bribie Butterfly Volunteers Inc. 9am-1pm, Every Mon to Fri. Volunteer your time to help with the running of BribieButterfly House community project. PH: Ray 0409 491 419

4 Seniors Social Coffee Meet at Coffee Club 10am, Coffee & Chat. Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of month.

Donate a Book Appeal Help make a difference to a child with the gift of a book. Place a new book or gold coin donation in the collection box at any Library.

6 Ecumenical Children’s Choir Children aged 4 to 18, practice 3:30pm-5pm every Thursday at Bribie Uniting Church.

Baby Rhyme Time Every Wednesday, 10am @ Bribie Library.

Train Rides. Melsa Park, Toorbul Street, Bongaree. 10am – 2.30pm. Community Markets. Brennan Park, Bongaree.

Smart Recovery (from addiction/s) Group

Mondays 1.15pm

‘Feel great, Get things done: Me time for Women’

18 Seniors Social Coffee Meet at Coffee Club 10am, Coffee & Chat. Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of month.

24 Bribie Bush Poets. Blue Pacific Hotel, Woorim at 6.30. All welcome. More info call Cay on 34083219

Pumicestone Ukulele 5pm - 7pm @Uniting Church. Every 2nd & 4th Friday CRAFT & FRIENDSHIP CLUB 8:45 - 11:45am. Church of Christ hall. End of Term 4

Good Friday

Bribie Island and District Neighbourhood Centre Mondays 5 pm

Storytime Sessions 10am – 11am Fridays & Saturdays @ Bribie Library

Girl Guides Meet every Tuesday. Contact Teresa: 0408 208 868

SAT

Bribie Depression & Anxiety Support Group

Rotary Markets Brennan Park, Bongaree Bribie Island Yacht Club 9am - Blessing of the Fleet. Discover sailing and try paddling day.

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25 ANZAC Day

Bribie Is Over 50’s Travel Club meets 10am 4th Wed of the month at Bribie Is Bowls Club. All welcome. CallJohn 34086365.

Loud ‘ the Library. 5pm – 7pm. Bribie Island library. For 13 – 17 year olds. Hang with mates and play computer and console games. Listen to music or join in activities.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets on Bribie Island three times per week.

Monday - I.D. - 7.30pm - Church of Christ hall Corner of Fifth ave and Foley st Bongaree. Thursday - 12 steps and 12 traditions - 7.30pm - Church of Christ hall Corner of Fifth ave and Foley st Bongaree. Friday - I.D. - 7.30pm - Banksia Lodge Corner of Sunderland drv and Solander esp Banksia Beach Contacts: Jaime 0438 622 545 Steve 0409 560 561

Market Stall. 9am – 11am. Church of Christ hall. Fifth & Foley Street. Pumicestone Ukulele Group. 5pm – 7pm. At Uniting Church every 2nd & 4th Friday.

Men’s Breakfast. 7am at Baptist Church. Cost $5.00. Bookings: John 3408 3779.

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When chemists die, they barium.

Great truths that little children have learned 1. No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats. Dad, don’t let her brush your hair.

I know a guy who’s addicted to brake fluid. He says he can stop anytime.

3. If your sister hits you, don’t hit her back.

How does Moses make his tea? Hebrews it.

They always catch the second person.

I stayed up all night to see where the sun went. Then it dawned on me.

4. Never ask your 3-year old brother to hold a tomato.

This girl said she recognised me from the vegetarian club. I’ve never herbivore.

2. When your Mom is mad at your

Bar-tailed Godwit Limosa lapponica

5.You can’t trust dogs to watch your food.. 6. Don’t sneeze when someone is cutting your hair..

Godwits in breeding plumage resting

Jokes about German sausage are the wurst.

I’m reading a book about antigravity. I can’t put it down. I did a theatrical performance about puns. It was a play on words.

7. Never hold a Dust-Buster and a cat at the same time. 8. You can’t hide a piece of broccoli in a glass of milk.

They told me I had type A blood, but it was a type-O. A dyslexic man walks into a bra.

9. Don’t wear polka-dot underwear under white shorts.

Energiser bunny arrested. Charged with battery.

10. The best place to be when you’re sad is Grandma’s lap.

I didn’t like my beard at first, then it grew on me. How do you make holy water? Boil the hell out of it. Did you hear about the crosseyed teacher who lost her job. She couldn’t control her pupils.

Great truths about growing old 1. Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional.

Non breeding plumage On the 12th March there was a high tide of 2.46 m. When the tide is very high thousands of waders fly into the man made roost at Toorbul as their usual resting places are under water. It was almost time for the waders to leave on their annual migratory journey. This journey takes them over 10,000 km to the Arctic Circle to breed in Northern Asia and Alaska. I took myself down there for a last look before they left and was not disappointed as the birds, mainly Bar-tailed Godwits were resting on the foreshore in great numbers. It is very important for the birds to rest during this time as they need to gain weight and be refreshed before they leave. Many were already dressed in breeding plumage of rusty orange. Somehow they know just when to leave in order to reach their destination when the weather in the north is suitable for their nesting and chick rearing. Their long flight up the East AsianAustralasian Flyway is a hazardous one. There is always the possibility of encountering bad weather, experiencing exhaustion and not being able to find their usual refuelling and resting places. Many of these have been destroyed with continuing development along the coastlines of the countries they follow. During their flight the birds lose almost half of their bodyweight.

2. Forget the health food. It is not known how many stopovers they make on the way. To try and learn more about their habits, birds in many countries are caught and coloured flags are attached to their legs. Each country has a different coloured flag so that when the birds with flags are spotted and recorded their movements can be studied. When I was at the roost I photographed 10 Godwits with green flags on their legs. I will be sending the details and photographs to a base where they will be recorded. The birds with green flags have been flagged in Australia. The Arctic summer is short so the birds have very little time to breed and rear their young. In fact the parents leave before their babies are ready to make the trip. Somehow the offspring know when they are fit to travel and where to fly on their fist migratory trip to the southern summer. A Bar-tailed Godwit which was tagged with a tracking device in 2007 made the longest flight ever recorded for a bird. It flew from Alaska to New Zealand nonstop, a distance of 11,680 km in just nine days. If my mathematics is correct that would be 1297 km in one day and averaging about 54 km per hour- an amazing feat for such a small bird.

3. When you fall down, you wonder what else you can do while you’re down there. 4. You’re getting old when you get the same sensation from a rocking chair that you once got from a roller coaster. 5. It’s frustrating when you know all the answers but nobody bothers to ask you the questions.

By Marj Webber

What does a clock do when it’s hungry? It goes back for seconds. I wondered why the cricket ball was getting bigger, then it hit me. Broken pencils are pointless. I tried to catch some fog. I mist. What do you call a dinosaur with an extensive vocabulary? A thesaurus. England has no kidney bank. But it does have a Liverpool.

6. Time may be a great healer, but it’s a lousy beautician.

I used to be a banker. But then I lost interest.

7. Wisdom comes with age, but sometimes age comes alone.

All the toilets in the police stations have been stolen. Police have nothing to go on. I got a job at a bakery because I needed dough.

The four stages of life

Velcro – what a rip off.

1. You believe in Santa Claus. 2. You don’t believe in Santa Claus. 3. You are Santa Claus.

Cartoonist found dead in home. Details are sketchy. Venison for dinner? Oh deer!

4. You look like Santa Claus.

Earthquake in Canberra. Obviously government’s fault.

They are decreasing in moderately rapid numbers and it is thought due mainly to loss of habitat. By the time this goes to press most of the birds will probably have left and will not return to our shores till August September.

Note green flag on leg

I need all the preservatives I can get.

When you get a bladder infection, urine trouble.

I changed my iPod name to Titanic. It’s syncing now.

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Ladies Results from 28th February, 2017 to 23rd March, 2017: Peter Sedgman 2017 Winner M Huxley Consolation Plater 2017 Winner V Hayes 4BBB Stroke 28/2/17 Winners – N Aylott 66 C/B R UP – J Graham & D Dunn 66 C/B NTPs Hole 4 C McAlister, Hole 7 V Jones, Hole 14 W Robinson, Hole 16 B Davies, Hole 4 Div 3 2nd Shot J Stafford Monthly Medal Sponsor Woorim Pharmacy 2/3/17 Div 1 Winner – A Driver 79 C/B, R UP – J Malone 79, 2nd R UP – C Watson 80 C/B NTPs Hole 4 J Graham, Hole 7 D Benghamy, Hole 14 R Gardiner Div 2 Winner – J Wyatt 75 C/B, R UP – D Roberts 75, 2nd R UP – S Armstrong 80 C/B NTPs Hole 7 S Brown Div 3 Winner – J McCowan 69, R UP – S Milligan 76, 2nd R UP – L Latcham 78 C/B NTPs Hole 4 M Stoddart, Hole 14 J McCowan Single Stableford Kris Bradford Trophy Round 1 Sponsor Ray White Bribie 7/3/17 Div 1 Winner – L Pinson 39, R UP – S Portley 37 Div 2 Winner – A Lauchlan 39, R UP – J Umlauft 36C/B Div 3 Winner – R Crossley 32, R UP – M Reese 31 NTPs Hole 4 S Portley, Hole 7 A Lauchlan, Hole 14 B Davies, Hole 16 A Hewitt, Hole 14 Div 3 2nd Shot J Westmoreland

Finanacial day 2017 - Winners

Single Stroke Open Day Sponsor Remax Bribie 9/3/17 Div 1 Winner –J Allen 74 C/B, R UP – C Loimaranta 74, 2nd R UP M Pearce 75 Gross Winner J Ryan 83 C/B Div 2 Winner – B Davies 75 C/B, R UP – E Jensen 77, 2nd R UP K Stansfield 78 C/B V Hayes 98 Div 3 Winner – C Price 77, R UP – M Urquhart 78 C/B, 2nd R UP A Green 78, Gross Winner J Jordan 107 Single Stableford 14/3/17 Div 1 Winner – M Pearce 41, R UP – B Browning 34 Div 2 Winner – J McCowan 37, R UP – M Reese 35 C/B NTPs Hole 4 T Hudson, Hole 7 B Browning, Hole 14 N Aylott, Hole 16 J McCowan, Hole 14 Div 3 2nd Shot J Jennings Single Stableford 16/3/17 Div 1 Winner – L Pinson 40, R UP – V Jones 36 Div 2 Winner – A Lauchlan 34 C/B, R UP – D Roberts 34 Div 3 Winner – J McGowan 37, R UP – C Price 34 NTPs Hole 4 M Thomsen, Hole 7 C Price, Hole 14 L Pinson, Hole 16 R Harper, Hole 14 Div 3 2nd Shot D Sullivan Single Stableford 21/3/17 Div 1 Winner – J Brooks 38, R UP – A Lauchlin 36 C/B Div 2 Winner – T Keily 32, R UP – S Ferante 31 C/B NTPs Hole 4 C Hancock, Hole 7 M Pearce, Hole 14 W Robinson, Hole 16 L Pinson, Hole 7 Div 3 2nd Shot D Sullivan Single Stableford 23/3/17 Div 1 Winner – J Graham 38 C/B, R UP – V Jones 38 Div 2 Winner – L McDonald 43, R UP – S Power 36 C/B Div 3 Winner – A Roberts 36, R UP – I Coburn 35 NTPs Hole 4 R Gardiner, Hole 7 V Jones, Hole 14 D Benghamy, Hole 16 L McDonald, Hole 7 Div 3 2nd Shot J Dorhauer

Financial day 2017 - Runner-Up

Bribie Island Soccer Football Club

BOWLS BRIBIE ISLAND A very successful event was held at Bongaree Bowls club at the annual financial day on Friday March 17th. Pictured is Senior Vice President Lily Tweddle with Runners Up Dawn Blazely, Sandra Scott, Jean Cooper and Fran Townsend and Winners Wendy Rollason, Pat Clancy, Sue Francis and Imelda Valentine.

Results for Bribie Island Soccer for games played 17/18 March • U12s Bribie Tigers vs Flinders FC draw 3-3. • U13’s Bribie Tigers vs Maroochydore FC 3-2 win for Bribie • U17’s Bribie Tigers vs Coolum FC 7-2 loss for Bribie • Over 35s Bribie Tigers vs Caloundra FC 4-2 win for Bribie • Senior Men - did not playa • Senior Women - did not play Results for Bribie Island Soccer for games played 24/25 March • U12s Division 3 - Bribie Tigers vs Caloundra FC - 4-0 win for Bribie • U13’s Division 2 - Bribie Tigers vs Maleny FC - 7-0 win for Bribie • U17’s Division 2 - Bribie Tigers vs Maaroochydore FC - 0-15 loss for Bribie • Over 35s - Bribie Tigers vs Woombye FC - 7-2 win for Bribie • Senior Men Division 4 - Bribie Tigers vs Beegees FC - 10-0 win for Bribie • Senior Women Division 3 - Bribie Tigers vs Caloundra FC - 1-1 draw Results for Bribie Island Soccer for games played 31 March/1 April • U12s Division 3 - Bribie Tigers vs St Andrews FC - Forfeit by St Andrews - win for Bribie • U13’s Division 2 - Bribie Tigers vs Grammar FC - Forfeit by Grammar - win for Bribie • U17’s Division 2 - Bribie Tigers vs Beerwah FC - 2-6 - loss for Bribie • Over 35s - Bribie Tigers vs Coolum FC - washed out - game rescheduled for 4 April • Senior Men Division 4 - Bribie Tigers vs Maroochydore Blue - 4-0 win for Bribie • Senior Women Division 3 - Bribie Tigers vs Maroochydore FC - 2-2 draw

Each term some members of U3A on Bribie Island attend a course on the art of Lawn Bowls with qualified coaches at Bongaree Bowls Club. Several of whom realize that bowls is their game and decide to join the friendly bowls club at Bongaree. Pictured are some of the new bowlers with coach Leigh Weston.

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by Vin Donovan

An afternoons catch off the bongaree ledge

Nick pickering with a nice passage eustary cod Now some people just love getting out on the water and enjoying the peace and serenity of the natural environment. Catching a fish or two is a bonus. While others really plan predict and prepare there trips according to the weather moon and seasonal species on offer. No matter which type of angler you are nothing beats a good day out on the water with family or friends catching a feed or just enjoying the many awesome spots this area has to offer. Even if you dont own a boat there are plenty of landbased locations all around bribie and the surrounding area. A couple of my favourite landbased spots are bongaree jetty, white patch ledge,buckleys ledge,woorim surf beach and the many canal pathways and public access points to the canals. From these locations you can land Jewies,jacks,snapper,sweetlip,bullsharks plus all the usaul estuary fish and more. Again knowing the right rigs,tides,moons and baits to use will help you land some quality fish. Barges also run across the bay to Moreton island. Camping gear can be transported easily on the barge for an overnight trip or a week. The barge drops you right at the tangalooma wrecks campground. Camp permits must be bought if you plan to stay a night or two. Booking permits and checking campsite availability is a must... Crabbing for both mud and sand crabs can be very successful without a boat as well. There are many creeks and canals to throw some pots out for a muddie. Walking pots out on the low tide mark and throwing them out into waste deep water then going back on the next low tide to check them will get you a feed of sandies. White patch to buckleys hole is a great spot to do this. At the moment in the passage there are numerous amounts of both species. Using good qaulity pro pots and fresh mullet,fish frames or chook carcasses the best bet. Fishing at the moment has been pretty good with great catches of most species being caught. We are finally close to the east coast current pushing the last of the warm water down the coastline untill next summer. Over the next couple of months the current will drop off dramatically for a month or two,inturn we will be receiving the cold water currents pushing up the east coast again bringing the usaul winter species. Migrating pelagics will be heading north again up the coast, meaning plenty of

offshore fishing opportunities with little to no current. There has been some beautiful longtail tuna being caught in the bay but most schools have been fairly finicky using 10 to 20g slugs,3inch minnow plastics and 70mm to 90mm stickbaits getting the most results. Always upgrade your trebles and split rings as these fish require the toughest of terminal tackle. I use a 4-6kg stick with a 4000 size reel loaded up with 300m of 15-20lb braid.running a 10m plus wind on leader of 20 to 25lb,then a 30 to 40lb bite leader will enable you to really put some hurt on them. Sharks follow the tuna schools ferociously sometimes making it almost impossible to land any. Going heavier tackle makes it impossible to cast the smaller profile lures,going bigger on the lure size means most times no hits. Tuna move very quickly,and shut down if you dont approach the school at the right direction according to the wind and currents. Being super quite and turning your motor off and drifting into the feeding school of fish the best way to hook up off the cape marlin,dolphin fish, wahoo, spanish mackeral and tuna being taken along the

Been some cracker jacks taken recently

Kids love an afternoon up the passage checking the pots 80 to 120m mark from caloundra wide to the bottom end of deep tempest is generally where i look. But fish being fish can turn up anywhere. Find the bait and generally thats where the fish are. Down Rigging livies or slow trolling livies is one of the most deadly ways to hook an off shore brute. The reef systems off the cape have also had some great catches being taken. Moses perch,redthroat sweetlip,pigfish,nannagi,blue and brown Maori cod,coral trout and red emporer are just some of the northern species making there way off the coast,plus all the usual offshore species getting caught. Combiouro point once again has changed, that terrible sandbank thats been there

for the last couple of years seems to be gradually moving, making way for not a bad little channel right in close to Moreton be very wary though as tidal changes,swell direction and wind direction can change the conditions dramatically in an instant. In the passage the sand and mud crabs have been thick. Sandies have been widespread and the muddies seem to be well up the creeks and rivers. The passage is fishing well at the moment with all the usaul species on the bite, moses perch and grass sweetlip have been thick from the bridge to the jetty. Enjoy the next couple of months as it cools down and dont destroy what you come to enjoy...tight lines!

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Dear Editor, REMEMBER WHEN: All the girls had ugly gym slips It took five minutes for the TV to warm up. Nearly everyone’s Mum was home when the kids got home from school Nobody owned a purebred dog You’d reach into a muddy gutter for a penny Your Mother wore nylons that came in two pieces

Didn’t that feel good, just to go back and say, ‘Yes, I remember that’?

supportive team around you and they should also be congratulated.

I am sharing this with you today because it ended with a Double Dare to pass it on.

Naturally I am most interested in “The Mad Poets Society” page and I must say that it has “grown like Topsy” with some great poems – it always amazes me to find so many talented people in our area. There is just a minor point – the bottom of the page promotes the “Bribie Island Bush Poets” and states that the next meeting will be this coming Monday. If it is your intention to continue to support the Bush Poets could the wording be changed to “ Bribie Island Bush Poets meets on the 4th Monday of each month”.

To remember what a Double Dare is, read on, and remember that the perfect age is somewhere between old enough to know better and too young to care. Send this on to someone who can still remember Roy Rogers, The Lone Ranger and Sgt Bilko.

All male teachers wore ties and female teachers had their hair done every day and wore high heels

How Many of these do you remember?

You got your windscreen cleaned, oil checked and petrol served, without asking, all for free, every time.

Blackjacks and bubble gums.

It was considered a great privilege to be taken out to dinner at a real restaurant with your parents

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When a Ford Zephyr was everyone’s dream car, and people went steady

Decisions were made by going ‘Eeny – meeny – miney - moe’?

Thanks for the great article about Rotary’s High Tea in today’s issue of the Bribie Islander.

No one ever asked where the car keys were because they were always in the car, in the ignition, and the doors were never locked.

‘Race issue’ meant arguing about who ran the fastest?

Spinning around, getting dizzy and falling down was cause for giggles? Playing cricket with no adults to help the children with the rules of the game Bottles came from the corner shop without safety caps and hermetic seals because no one had yet tried to poison a perfect stranger And with all our progress, don’t you wish, just once, you could slip back in time and savour the slower pace, and share it with the children of today? When being sent to the headmasters office was nothing compared to the fate that awaited you at home Basically we were in fear for our lives, but it wasn’t because of driveby shootings, drugs, gangs etc. Our parents and grandparents were a much bigger threat! But we survived because their love was greater than the threat. As well as summers filled with bike rides, cricket, Hula Hoops, skating and visits to the pool, eating sherbet powder or liquorice sticks.

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Catching tadpoles could happily occupy an entire day? It wasn’t odd to have two or three ‘Best Friends’? The worst thing you could catch from the opposite sex was ‘chickenpox’? Having a Weapon in School meant being caught with a catapult? War was a card game? Cigarette cards in the spokes transformed any bike into a motorcycle? Taking drugs meant orange flavoured chewable aspirin? Water balloons were the ultimate weapon? If you can remember most or all of these, then you have lived! C.Frost. Bellara.

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