The Bribie Islander June 2017 Issue 35

FR

EE

THE

!

BRIBIE ISLANDER COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

FR

THE MINI

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support Our Local Economy

BRIBIE

EE

| 1

ISLANDER

COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

ISSUE 05 | MAY / JUN 2017

BRIBIE’S UNIQUE VIEWS

WE MAKE POOLS FUN POOL SUPPLIES, ON-SITE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Karen Campbell

0419 142 744

41 BENABROW AVE | PHONE 3408 6246

Cover photo: Grip N Rip Photography Shane T. Reynolds.

!

|

ISSUE 35

Have you seen our

MINI?

ISSUE 6 OUT 17TH JUNE

SECURITY SCREEN SALES & INSTALLATIONS

Ph: 0455

|

Bribie Island Taxi Service

3408 9700 QUALITY SERVICE FIRST TIME ON TIME EVERY TIME!

JUNE 2017

FIND YOUR WAY AROUND SEE OUR CENTRE PAGE MAP

See pages 32-33

Bribie Island

AUTHOR

IZED DE

395 621

ALER

• In-home consultations with full range of Prowler Proof Security Products.

• Fully stocked van with high quality products and parts.

• Window and Door Servicing, Repairs, Fly / Pet / Midge Screening.

• Pet Door Installations, Triple Lock Upgrades, Lock and Handle Replacements.

S LAR 270L Solar Hot Water from $2495*

See our ad on pages 42 & 43

2KW Solar PV from $2199*

T’s & C’s Apply see in store for details

Cover photo: Grip N Rip Photography Shane T. Reynolds.

2 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

MAY 2017 @ VMR BRIBIE

UNDER 8’S DAY

Marine Rescue Bribie Island displayed “Bribie 3” at the recent Under 8’s day at the Bribie Island State Primary School.

Some 400 children clambered over “Bribie 3”, received stickers for their activity card and generally had a great day. Parents also showed interest and many questions on all sorts of topics were fielded in this annual event

vessel for the Pumicestone Passage. It is powered by a130hp Yamaha outboard, and is classed to carry 8 adults including at least 2 crew, has a top speed of 42 knots with a 150 litre fuel capacity and carries bottled water. It has a Lowrance Chartplotter, 2 x VHF Radios and 1 x 27Mhz Radio. It’s safety gear comprises an overboard container, fire extinguishers, 2 x EPIRBs, and a Medical Kit.

In the 2015-2016 financial year, VMR QLD rescue vessels put to sea 2384 times with the intention of helping someone.”

MAINTENANCE WORKING BEE AT VMR BASE

The Following was posted

by Marine Rescue Qld coinciding with Volunteer Week earlier in May: Vice Commodore Liz Radajewski “controls” students climbing aboard Bribie 3. Squadron Secretary and crew Noel Wendt, can be seen on the opposite side, helping students off the boat.

Students queuing up to view Bribie 3.

Bribie 3 is a 5.5 m RIB with a 2.3m beam and a draught of 0.6m making it an ideal

“The job of maritime search & rescue is often not a pretty one. Whilst most people are at home asleep in bed, often our volunteers are out in the middle of the night, with no recognition or TV cameras around, conducting rescues and searches. Sometimes these searches are out of sight of land. Often they are undertaken in atrocious weather conditions where even helicopters don’t fly. For this reason, many tragic searches either fail to make the news or get very little mainstream media air time. Even when all hope of finding someone alive has been lost, marine rescue volunteers will press on in the hope of recovering a loved one to give closure to a family they have never met. Despite this difficult work, we have members who have completed more than 35 years of service.

Members at the Working Bee spruce up the Base.

EMERGENCY SERVICES EXPO 15 OCT 2017

Lock in the date Sunday 15th October 2017 for another fantastic Emergency Services EXPO to be held between 10am and 2pm at the VMR Base, Sylvan Beach, with teams from Qld Police and Water

Police, Qld Ambulance, Qld Fire and Rescue, Rural Fire, MRBC, SES, VMR, Coast Guard, Marine Safety Qld, Surf Life Saving, Red Cross, St Johns Ambulance, Energex, Parks and Wildlife, Defence Recruiting and much, much more.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE EXERCISE AT SPINNAKER SOUND MARINA Members of VMR Bribie Island, Commodore Nathan Gundy, Vice Commodore, Liz Radajewski, Training Coordinator Alan Tranter along with members of QFES including Station Officer Wayne Brown, Captain Bribie Island Fire and Rescue Josh Clare, along with Benjamin Hansell, Operations Manager, Spinnaker Sound Marina, and staff, undertook an exercise designed to improve the initial emergency response to an incident at the marina, and subsequent response with operational crews from Bribie Fire and Rescue.

Participants assembled for group photo.

20% OFF Discount off next service or repairs

FREE Wheel alignment with next purchase

3408 4477

Come visit our store to select your new flooring!

IRELANDS FLOORING SOLUTIONS Carpet ◆ Ceramic Tiles ◆ Timber ◆ Vinyl ◆ Vinyl Planks Artificial Grass ◆ Solutions for Drummy Tiles Pontoons Recarpeted

Free Measure & Quote Call 07 3408 3122 or

Visit 126 Goodwin Dr, Bribie Island (near Aldi) www.irelandsflooringsolutions.com

Family Owned

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

ISLAND

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Sponsored by THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

There is still a few vacant spots on the free workshop on Local Boating Knowledge at the Base on 18th June 2017 commencing at 2pm. You can make a booking by ringing the Base on 3408 7596

SUNDAY, 11th June 2017

This is the first of a series of free educational workshops, watch future editions of The Bribie Islander for further information.

Fire & Rescue staff transported by Bribie One.

The use of the VMR resources as assets, should an incident occur in the marina was of great benefit enabling fire crew exposure to firefighting from a vessel (BRIBIE ONE) Site specific hazards were identified when vessels become involved in fire and members concentrated on safety aspects, vessel types and construction, on site specialist knowledge and possible environmental considerations/issues should an incident occur within Spinnaker Sound Marina.

Follow up training will include working in partnership with Spinnaker Marina and on-water drills with VMR to review/ improve firefighting from VMR vessels.

This exercise demonstrates another example in which VMR Bribie Island’s assets and resources are utilised to support Emergency Services agencies within the community.

PETER PASCHKE NOW COMPETENT CREW

Coxswain Gary Voss and Senior Crew Bill Stainton pin Peter Paschke’s Competent Crew epaulettes on.

Own a Boat? You can join VMR Bribie Island online at www.vmrbribie.com, phone (07) 3408 7596 or call in person at Marine Parade Bellara, and enjoy many benefits including: • breakdown assistance.

• vessel & contact details recorded in our database in case of emergency;

FREE LOCAL BOATING KNOWLEDGE COURSE

• access to first aid, radio, navigation courses plus safety/boating information sessions; • regular social events; • reimbursement up to $100/per year for tows undertaken by other VMR/ Coastguard units; and • overnight/weekend secure car & trailer parking at the base.

Advertise your business with the Bribie Islander!

Call 0425 477 639

Chained to the Wheel Drover Dog Food 20KG

$

3290

• Quality & Handmade Gifts • Somerset Scented Candles • Lifestyled Candles by Kyly Clarke • Allens Animated Wall Clocks • Imagine Ellie Wine Glass Coolers • Planet Yum Bath Boms & Scented Soaps • KOH Living Designer Lamps and Tea Light Holders

• Handmade Glass Art • Metal Wall Art • Raw Light Designer Candles • Indoor & Outdoor Plants • Garden Supplies & Pots • Quality Pet Foods

Now Available - Garden Tap, Hose, Fittings and Tools etc

7 Regina Ave, Ningi Shopping Centre Ph: 54975184 Michelle Mon to Fri 9:00am - 4:30pm, Sat 9:00am - 2:00pm

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

CONTACT

Ken Piva: 0407 576 015 or Ray Airosa: 044 754 6952

|3

4 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

Green Thumbs Fund Community Causes

By Neil Wilson

and Coast Care and was involved in revegetation programs on various parts of the island. When Village Road Show used a part of Bribie Island as the setting for their movie, “The Great Raid,” they paid the nursery $6,000 to re- vegetate the area that they had used. ‘This was the first money that we had’ said WAG Treasurer Ann Ward.

‘The next was when we were involved in supplying plants for the Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club,’ she added.

Alex, Helen, Ann, Brenda, Betty and John all enjoy their days at the nursery Usually a combination of letters that is used as a nickname or shortened description is specific to only one particular subject or item. However, an example of when this is not the case is in the letters WAG which, although normally used when referring to the wives and girlfriends of famous sportsmen, is representative of something completely different here on Bribie Island.

Situated at 208 First Avenue in the same area as the Orchid House and the Bribie Island Butterfly House is the Community Nursery which is operated by the Wallum Action Group or WAG for short. The nursery was started in 1990 by then councillors Karen Sullivan and Benny Leapa and associated with Greening Australia. WAG President John Ward, who joined the nursery in 1991, explained that at first there were no benches and everything sat on the floor. ‘All the plants were in tin cans or cups,’ John told me. ‘We eventually got

wooden benches erected and they were good for a while but they ended up rotting.

If there is something needed we make it ourselves and now all the benches are metal and long lasting,’ he said.

The Wallum Action Group Community Nursery is a financially independent organisation that is operated solely by volunteers and raises fund by selling plants from the public. All profits from sales are used to fund local projects throughout the community and in the past the group has donated to many causes. As well as donating $4,500 toward air conditioning for two classrooms at the high school and supplying turf for around the Scout hut, they have also helped organisations such as VMR, the Surf Club and the Girl Guides.

Each year WAG makes a donation to

Camp Quality when they hold their picnic at Brennan Park and John told me that the amount donated in 2016 was $15,000.

‘Another worthy cause that we assist with is the Diabetes Association,’ said John. ‘There is a machine that children with diabetes can use that eliminates the need for frequent injections and we have bought five or six so far. They cost $9,500 each,’ he added.

Both Ann and John paid tribute to the wonderful group of volunteers that help to run the nursery and they informed me that at the moment there are about twenty two people who offer their services on a regular basis. As well as coming to the nursery to purchase plants, at times people bring plants to in to donate or for John to identify.

The Wallum Action Group Community Nursery is open for business Monday to Friday from 8am to 11am and closed on weekends. If anyone would like more information about either volunteering or even donating plants to the nursery, John can be contacted on 0407 699953.

When I asked John about the name of the group, John explained that Wallum is an area that stretches from New South Wales up the coast and means a sandy area with a high water table and low nutrients. ‘This combination results in the growth of some very unique plants,’ John said. ‘An example of this is the LEPTO Spernum and the variety known as Whiteii has been identified as being a plant that is responsible for beautiful Manuca honey. As a matter of fact, Capillano get this from an area on the island,’ he said.

Because the nursery was not allowed to sell to the public for some years, it relied on grants from the National Heritage Trust

The well stocked nursery on First Avenue

Need a new Doctor? Have you been to our Medical Centre?

We are commited to providing the best possible health care for you and every member of your family.

Have you had your skin check?

Ante-natal shared care

Aged Care

Child health/immunisation

Skin cancer checks + treatment

Adolescent health

Yellow Fever immunisations

Family planning

Travel advice/immunisations

Implanon insertion + removal

ECG and spirometry

Men’s health

Veterans

Women’s health

Wounds + small procedures

Mental health

Work cover

BOOKINGS AVAILABLE

3410 1122 WALK-INS WELCOME

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

TOASTMASTERS CLUBS SOCIAL DAY

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

|5

Lly ! ! !

A r N E T 00 0K FNI eaAGO6U9,00,0U0IC SOTLD$33B1E Q S rom E$R f mT r fBoET

THE best of both worlds Freehold Retirement Homes in a Registered Retirement Community.

No exit fees & low body corp fees.

Picture shows contest winners at the combined Toastmasters clubs Social Day Sunday the 21st May at Beerwah. The day was hosted by the Glasshouse Country Toastmasters club and all six clubs in Area 3 attended.

In the Picture L to R Chris Parminter winner of the Tall Tales Comp., John Knox Winner of the Interpretive Reading Competition and Barbara Ratcliffe who picked up the trophy for the New Speaker’s Contest.

It was a very pleasant well catered day held in the Beerwah State School Assembly Hall. Incidentally Barbara who won the New Speakers Trophy has only been in Toastmasters for about 12 months and initially wasn’t able to say “ Boo to a Goose” but through the members of the club she was able to overcome her fear of public speaking and win the trophy. Swell done to Barbara and the other winners’.

3410 7721

Free call 1800 608 377 | www.pebblebeach.com.au Display home open Thu-Sun 10am-4pm at 210 Bestmann Rd East, Sandstone Point

Knobel Davis R E A L

E S T A T E

3/29 Benabrow Ave, Bribie Island www.kdnorth.com.au

Searching For The Wow Factor?

37 Toorbul Street, Bongaree

4 Schooner Court, Banksia Beach

2 Houses - 1 Block - Water Owner Instructs - Sell Now! Views

An Invitation To First Owner Instructs - SellClass Now!Living

• Two homes on 506m2 block + dual access • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Tiled family room - air conditioned • 37 Toorbul Street - Two bedroom cottage 10 Bass Court, Banksia • 37 Toorbul Lane - One bedroom cottage • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Waterfront views - Toorbul Street Cottage • Tiled family room - air conditioned • Both rented returning $445 pw combined • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Zoned Next generation neighbourhood • Tiled family room - air conditioned

• Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Four bedrooms + three bathrooms

Beach Price: View: Agent:

30 Cumming Street, Bongaree

• Tiled family room - air conditioned 317 Bestmann Road,• Huge formal lounge and dining room Sandstone Point 79 Raptor Parade, Banksia Beach $495,000

By Appointment Keith Wilkins 0413 153 431

• Covered poolside entertaining area • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Tiled family room - air conditioned • North/South aspect to capture the breeze • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • 9’ ceilings throughout • Tiled family room - air conditioned • Remodelled kitchen with stone benches

3/77 Sylvan Beach Esplanade, Bellara

Price: View: Agent:

$535,000 Saturday 10:00am to 11:00am Keith Wilkins 0413 153 431

52 Bestman Avenue, Bongaree

www.kdnorth.com.au/buying/open-homes.php

2/16 Jacaranda Drive, Bongaree

1/21 Winch Court, Banksia Beach

Waterfront Duplex UnitNow! Owner Instructs - Sell

Parkland As Your- Neighbour Owner Instructs Sell Now!

• Three bedrooms & two bathrooms • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Tiled family room - air conditioned • Air con living area & main bedroom • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Covered boat or caravan storage • Tiled family room - air conditioned • Solar hot water + solar panel system

• Three bedrooms with two bathrooms • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Tiled family room - air conditioned • Spacious air conditioned living areas • Three bedrooms with master ensuite • Covered outdoor entertaining area • Tiled family room - air conditioned • Lock up garage + hardstand area

Price:

$539,000

Price:

$349,000

6 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

NEVARD

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

TOM

ALLAN

WENDY

ROB

OPEN 6 DAYS

Like Us On Facebook

JUNE SPECIALS!!!

BACON BONES BACON HOCKS HAM HOCKS

BLACK ANGUS EYE FILLET

29

$

99 kg

LARGE CHICKEN PORK OR VEAL SCHNITZEL Mix or Match

6 10 $

for

ROASTING PORK

2 ROASTING CHICKENS Fresh Daily

99

$

GF

$

00

PREMIUM BEEF MINCE Preserve Free Made Fresh 3 Times Daily

HORMONE AND STEROID FREE

2 20 $

kg for

ALL MADE IN STORE!

$

kg

• Leg Ham on the Bone • Cooked Silver Side GF GF • Roast Beef • Bacon GF • Roast Pork • Cabana GF • Roast Lamb • Honey Sticks GF • Smoked Chicken • Chilli Sticks GF • Smoked Drumsticks • Fire Sticks • Much much more • Jerky in store!

• Biltong • Smoked Pork Chops

WOORIM BEACH BUTCHERS

FOR YOUR PET MINCE AT

kg

SMOKEHOUSE FAVOURITES GF

LEAN PORK CHOPS

6 10 1 2 20 2 25 2KG CHICKEN & FRESH PICKLED VEGETABLE RISSOLES CHICKEN PORK $ $ 99 BREAST 12 kg FILLET HOME MADE PIES $

IF WE DON’T MAKE IT... WE DON’T SELL IT! EVERY PRODUCT MADE IN STORE! GF

MENTION THIS AD

Mwaitdhe

Luv

EVEN PETS ARE TAKEN CARE OF! • Marrow Bones • Brisket Bones • Chuck Bones • Chicken Necks • Wing Tips • Chicken Frames • Doggie Chews • Smoked Bones & Trotters • Chicken Pet Mince • Meat Trimmings

kg for

kg for

FARM FRESH EGGS FREE RANGE $4.99 Dozen $2.99 Dozen 600g Eggs $3.50 Dozen 800g Eggs

4

HAM ON THE BONE SLICED FRESH WHILE YOU WAIT

$

• BEEF & BURGUNDY • TANDOORI LAMB SHANK • ITALIAN LAMB SHANK • PEA & HAM • ITALIAN LAMB & VEGIES • BEEF HONEY SOY & DIJON • MASH POTATO & GRAVY MANY MORE FLAVOURS ALL MADE WITH PUFF PASTRY PRE HEAT OVEN 200 DEGREES & COOK FOR 30 MINS, TOO EASY!

BUTCHERING TOGETHER ON BRIBIE FOR OVER 15 YEARS! DAY IN DAY OUT CONSISTANCY

GLUTEN FREE SAUSAGES

OUR SAUSAGES ARE MADE FRESH EVERY DAY. A TRUE SAUSAGE WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN!

• Pure Beef (thick or thin) • Pure Pork (thick or thin) • Lamb Mint Rosemary • Lamb Cashmir Curry • Beef Tomato Basil • Beef Tomato & Cracked Pepper • Beef Thai Curry & Coconut

SHOP 6/8 NORTH STREET 3408 2099 OPENING HOURS: MON-FRI 7AM TO 5.30PM SAT 7AM TO 5PM

www.woorimmeats.com

• Beef Honey & Dijon • Chicken Honey Garlic • Chicken Cheese & Pineapple • Vegemite & Cheese • Bitey Jamacian • Spanish Chorizo • The Banger, Bratwurst

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

A taste of the good life.

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

|7

BRIBIE’S BEST BURGERS! ENJOY OUR BURGERS TODAY!

BRIBIE’S HOME OF ARTISAN BREAD • • • •

Olive Sourdough Seeded Sourdough Plain Sourdough Dark Rye

CHICKEN PARMIGIANA ON A BURGER

• American Light Rye with Caraway • Winemaker • Tiger Bread

3RD PLACE IN

RING OF FIRE

BRISBANE’S BEST BURGER

BAKED WITH PASSION OPEN 7 DAYS

Shop 3/33 Benabrow Ave Bellara, Bribie Island 4507

The Big Bun Bakery and Takeaway

PORK BELLY WITH ASIAN STYLE SLAW

JOSEPH JAWBREAKER DOUBLE CHICKEN DELUXE IN PLAIN OR SPICY

AMERICAN BURGER

WHAT MAKES US SO DIFFERENT? • We have an Aussie-American style • 100% Pure Beef used for our hamburgers • Gluten Free and Vegetarian options available.

• Salads and Coleslaws all made on-site • We use local business’s to supply us.

Wrights Fruit Barn for all our fresh veggies and Woorim Beach Meats.

NOT YOUR AVERAGE TAKEAWAY!

suescafeandtakeawaybribieisland

OPEN Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon, Wed & Thurs 10am till 8pm – Closed Tuesday Shop 16/25 Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach, Qld 4507

(07) 3408 8448 Phone Orders Welcome

8 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

WARM UP – WASTE NOT

By Neil Wilson

viable option would be to seriously consider a good quality oil filled electric heater.

Let me make it very clear, the cold weather and I are sworn enemies and have been for many years so it should not be a surprise to anyone that I am reasonably conversant with the pros and cons regarding the various types of heating that is available for domestic use. This being the case and with winter upon us, I thought it appropriate for me to write a short advisory comparison for those of you who are in the market for a new heater.

I have lost count of the amount of times that I have heard someone say something like, “I just have a little electric heater, it’s only two bars so it doesn’t cost much to run and it keeps me warm.” Well, yes it will keep you warm as long as you sit close to it and the space you are in is small. However, as far as it being cheap to run, that’s only true if you are comparing it to a heater with more bars. If your needs dictate having a portable electric heater, perhaps because you are only renting the premises, then the most

The next and quite popular option is to install a gas heater. Probably more popular in areas that are serviced by gas lines, gas heaters can be very efficient and reasonably good value for money although the price of gas has certainly incurred a dramatic increase in recent times. However, these heaters do produce small amounts of waste products and that includes carbon monoxide among other gasses and also water vapour which then results in condensation and mould. The way to virtually eliminate these problems is to choose a flued product which directs the waste to the exterior and so is therefore safer but on the down side, can also result in a certain amount of heat loss.

The third method of keeping warm is, subject to certain criteria, the most cost effective and versatile heating option available to householders and that is reverse cycle air conditioning. The main factors to be considered when deciding whether to go with this option, (and this also applies to having a gas heater installed) are how often you use a heater and do you intend selling your house within the next few years. If you are selling then the installation cost will negate any benefit you would get in power saving. There are two types of reverse cycle air conditioning available,

one of which is a wall mounted unit with an outside compressor or, and this is the best choice if you wish to direct heat to the majority of the building, a ducted system with a compressor either outside or in the ceiling.

With a dramatic increase in the number of home owners taking advantage of solar power, reverse cycle is becoming the most popular choice for many and, considering that it has already been proven to be the cheapest electric heating option available, those who have the advantage of solar power are saving a considerable amount each winter compared to those who are wasting their hard earned dollars on running bar heaters.

account the area that has to be heated by actually measuring each room, decide on how long you will own the house and, just as a side issue, if your choice of heating is run by electricity you would be wise to think seriously about the advantages of a good quality solar installation. Always seek the advice of your local product retailer as to which heating option will best suit your needs and on a final note, always close off rooms that you are not using as this will mean that heat will remain in the areas that you wish to keep nice and cosy. Stay warm this winter readers.

There is one more option that I should mention and this is one that many people who grew up in the country or in very cold climates would be very familiar with. Yes, I’m talking about either a wood stove or a fireplace.

Obviously, once installed, this is a very economical form of heating but this also comes with some issues to be considered. Whilst wood is comparatively cheap, finding a suitable area to store a supply and keep it dry can create a problem and, if you have a large house, it is unlikely that you will be able to provide heat to as many rooms as you would like to.

Obviously, when considering any of the above options, you should take into

PRACTISING IN: • Wills, Estates and Powers of Attorney

RELIABLE LEGAL

• Residential and Commercial Conveyancing

GUIDANCE

Find a resolution with help of James Moore Lawyers

James Moore Lawyer Phone: 3408 8333 | Fax: 3408 9002 Email: beth@jamesmoorelawyer.com.au 1/29 Benbrow Avenue, Bribie Island PO Box 737, Bribie Island Qld 4507

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

|9

SERVING FISH & CHIPS FOR OVER 40 YEARS ON THE ISLAND

The Famous Fish & Chips Shop • Seafood Baskets for 1 & 2 People or a Family • Scrumptious & to die for Calamari • Fresh Chicken Breast Poppers • Rosies Tasty Coated Chicken Pieces Phone orders over $10 welcome

07 3408 2833 • Shop 5/8 North Street, Woorim, Bribie Island

GET YOUR NEW POOL BEFORE SUMMER

For Freshly Made Subs, Salads and Wraps

6 inch Sub of the Day

$4.75

Monday-Meatball, Tuesday-Ham, Wednesday-Veggie Patty, Thursday-Turkey, Friday-Tuna, Saturday-Pizza, Sunday-Chicken Strips

The Pulled Pork Sub is also back for a limited time.

Located opposite Woolworths Shopping Centre - Shop 3 - 241 Goodwin Drive Bribie Island

Open 7:45am – 8:00pm • Phone 3408 1445

41 BENABROW AVE • PHONE 3408 6246

©2016 Subway IP Inc. Subway® is a registered trademark of Subway IP Inc.

Wright’s Fruit Barn ALWAYS SUPPORTING LOCAL FARMERS

LOCAL FRUIT & VEG LOCAL MILK

AVAILABLE NOW

PRODUCE

LOCAL EGGS

LOCAL CHEESE LOCAL CUSTARD

LOCAL HONEY

SHOP WITH US AND KEEP IT LOCAL! Coolgarra Ave, Bongaree (Next to McDonalds) • 3408 1179

OPEN 7 DAYS MON-SAT 7am to 5:30pm SUN 7am to 4pm

10 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

Bridge

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

Serenity Cafe Blondies Hair Salon

The Village Deli

Mayyada Bazaar

Scoopy’s Bongaree Hot Bread

beautiful OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

7 days a week 7am -4 pm

Try hom our fres h em chee ade bak seca ed k othe r hom e and cake s and emade slice s!

14

Pulled pork wilted $ spinach eggs benedict.

50

Bookings & Takeaway Orders

Phone 3410 1791

BREAKFAST HOURS 7am - 11.30 am 7 days a week It’s too good to miss out on!!!!

Corner of Welsby Parade and Kangaroo Ave, Bongaree

2 Toorbul Street, Bongaree... at the Jetty Winter Trading Hours: Open 7 Days Monday - Saturday 6.30am - 6.30pm. Sunday 6am-6.30pm

See us on Facebook

Scoopys Family Cafe

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

thebribieislander

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 11

VILLAGE DELI is your Bribie local gourmet deli market & espresso cafe.

Discover our large range • gourmet groceries • organic produce • gluten-free foods

GROW PLANT NURSERY has sun-loving & sun-shy plants, waiting for you.

Enter via Village Deli.

OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4pm Saturday 8:30am – 2pm Sunday & Public Holidays Closed

17 First Avenue, Bongaree • 07 3408 4188 bongareevillage.com.au

bongaree CAFE

PATISSERRIE

COFFEE

PH: 07 34081337 Shop 4 Hall Ave Bongaree

Karlah

Owner/Senior Stylist

FREE Coffee with Any Breakfast or Lunch Purchased from the Menu Must present voucher in store. Subject to availability.

Dannai

Brittney

Senior Stylist

Gabrielle

Senior Stylist

Senior Stylist

We will be baking fresh goat pies for the month of June.

Product subject to daily stock availability.

Carol

Julie

Apprentice 1st year Apprentice 2nd year

Mon: 9AM-3PM • Tue-Wed: 8:30AM-5pm •Thu: 8:30am-Late Fri: 8:30AM-5pm • Sat: 8am-1pm • Sun: Closed

We bake fresh daily a large range of gluten free products.

Mobile Food & Coffee Van • Cold Room available for hire

CATERING FROM $9 PER HEAD

Call Shane on 3408 1109

13 Toorbul Street, Bongaree • Open 7 Days 6am - 3pm

We are B

12 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

SMARTER HOME SECURITY

Limited Time Only: JUNE BRIBIE ISLAND SPECIAL

Total Smart Security Kit Fully Installed HILLS DSC TOUCH PANEL 2 X PET FRIENDLY PIR's 1 X DOOR REED SWITCH 1 X REMOTE FOB INSTALLATION INCLUDED

$1699.00

FREE INSTALLATION ECLIPSE ROLLER SHUTTERS

FEATURES & BENEFITS • Automate your lighting • Remotely Open & Close Your Garage Door • Energy Saving Templates to Help Reduce Your Bills • Get A Text Alert Whenever The Front Door Is Unlocked • Location Based Arming Reminders • Security & Savings Together At Last

BONUS FREE IMAGE SENSOR (FIRST 20 CALLERS)

NO INTEREST EVER PAYMENT PLANS

Terms & Conditions Apply.

Not available in conjunction with any other offer

Monthly subscription fee required to activate all features & benefits.

Terms & Conditions Apply.

Not available in conjunction with any other offer

Call now for a

Pensioner Discounts Apply*

FREE IN HOME CONSULTATION 1300 822 858 Mention “Bribie Islander”

WWW.SMARTOWNERS.COM.AU Approved applicants only. Ask your dealer for a full list of terms and conditions or visit https://www.openpay.com.au/australian-terms-conditions/

Fencing - Gates & Automation

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 13

MINI MASTERPIECES A MAJOR SUCCESS With entries in the Mini Masterpieces fundraiser arriving from artists right across the region and in many different mediums, exhibition Curator Kate Goulding believes that the auction on June 11th will be a fun filled and lively event. Now in its second year, the Mini Masterpieces which are on a six inch square will be on display in the Mathew Flinders Gallery at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre from May 30th until June 11th.

Proceeds from the auction will be put toward the upkeep of the gallery and Kate said that she is hoping to well and truly exceed the amount of $700 that was raised at the 2016 event. ‘These Minis are a very popular art form and can find a place in any home,’ Kate said. ‘I would advise everyone to come along to the auction on June 11th and pick up a bargain,’ she added.

Carol, Carol and Kate with Mini Masterpiece entries

Art lovers should not be dismayed if they are unable to attend on the day because, if this is the case, they are able to register at the front desk of the centre for a bid in the concurrent silent auction to be held.

Bids can be registered any time after May 30th.

Anyone requiring further information about the Mini Masterpieces can contact the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre on 3408 9288.

The Mini Masterpieces exhibition auction at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre on Sunday June 11

BRIBIE ISLAND SKIN CANCER CLINIC WELCOMES

DR CASSANDRA FARIS Appointments available now with Dr Faris.

To book yours, call:

07 3408 6699 Dr Peter Norton MBBS FRACGP FACSCM Dr Richard Thompson MBBS FRACGP Dr Danielle Cikes-Thompson MBBS FRACGP Dr Cassandra Faris MBBS FRACGP

9/19 Benabrow Ave, Bellara

EARLY DETECTION SAVES LIVES

BRIBIE BASED LOCAL BUSINESS LET’S KEEP IT LOCAL!

HOT N O IAL INDERS C E P S YL C R E WAT IS MONTH TH BLOCKED DRAINS RENOVATIONS SOLAR WHIRLY BIRDS TAPS & TOILETS FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING & GAS NEEDS CALL BEN ON

0401 464 673 15011436

ER N O I S PEN OUNT DISC

L91059

14 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

history page

By Barry Clark- Bribie Island Historical Society

WAR RELIC was HOLIDAY HOME on Bribie Barry Clark – Bribie Island Historical Society There were several defensive installations throughout Moreton Bay which are shown on the diagram.

After the war the military equipment was removed but the structures remained.

There were 5 rooms in the Control room building, for various equipment and wartime observation activities, plus a toilet for the Officers and another for the ratings. The layout and use of the rooms during the war years is shown on the diagram.

Further back from the sea was the accommodation camp for about 40 servicemen plus various other military structures. The only other building that has survived is one of the Generator rooms which is still visible in Rotary Park.

1. Diagram of Defence installation during WW2 We have recently been contacted by a lady from Brisbane with wonderful childhood memories of living in one of the Fort Skirmish Military buildings at Woorim.

It is one of only 2 remaining building in the area of Rotary Park, which is soon to have informative signs erected and improvements carried out. The structure is known as RAN 4 and was the Control Room for submarine detection cable laid on the sea floor, across to Stradbroke island to detect and destroy enemy ships.

Soon after the war the submarine cables were recovered and most buildings were removed or lost in the shifting sand dunes. By 1953 the RAN 4 Control Room was almost out of sight under the sand.

2. In 1953 it was almost buried, before the Olsen family moved in

Bribie Island was still quite remote in those days with only a car ferry from the mainland to the island, and a population of about 400 people.

Between 1948 and 1953 the Control room structure was used as a “weekender” by Brisbane butchers Bertha and Ern Koppe under a special lease. They installed double bunks and turned the Loop, Wireless and Observation rooms into bedrooms, and the Artificers Workshop became the kitchen.

The road across the island was rough and basic and there was only a sandy track from the Hotel north to the Control room.

Other families also leased Gun Emplacement structures opposite Fourth Avenue, and Leanne and Viv Daddo had use of the tiny Generator room still standing in Rotary Park.

The lease was taken over by Ray and Joan Craft who continued to use it as a weekender until 1958.

They installed a wood stove, but were unable to leave anything at all in the building when they were not there as it had no windows and was not secure.

Everything required for the holiday visits had to be carried in and taken back home afterwards.

On 12th March 1958 Frank and Oral Olsen took over the lease of RAN4 Control room and continued to use it as a holiday home for the next eleven years until end January 1969.

By 1970 the building was so broken down and unsafe that it could no longer be used.

Helga Newmann (nee Olsen) recently wrote the following letter to the Historical Society with her memories of those days, and provided a diagram of how they used the rooms as a home.

3. Military use of rooms during the War

4. Rooms as Holiday home for Olsen family 1958 to 1969

thebribieislander

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 15

My memories of holidaying at “The Fort” Bribie Island Between March 1958 and January 1969 my family (parents and five children) holidayed at various times (school holidays) at Bribie Island staying in “The Fort” leased by my Uncle Francis Lloyd Olsen (Frank Olsen). We would catch the barge over from Toorbul Point to Bribie Island then drive across the island towards the ocean beach.

The road in to the fort was only a poorly

maintained sandy track through the bush.

First thing when we arrived Dad started the windmill so we could have water and got the kerosene refrigerator going. There was no electricity so we used primus lanterns for lights, a kerosene refrigerator and a wood stove. I don’t remember stockpiles of wood for the stove so maybe we had some other means of cooking but I don’t recall. Maybe a primus stove.

The windows would have had bars but I don’t recall whether there was glass in them. The sand dunes actually came right up under the windows (within a foot of the windows) on the beach side. People used to wander along the beach and stop to look in the window. Many a time you’d surprise somebody looking in at you.

We used to swim and fish in the surf right in front of the fort. We also did lots

of walking going to some of the inland lagoons. It was wonderful at night to lie in bed and listen to the only sound – the ocean breaking on the shore – and shadowy figures walking past the doorway when Mum and Dad passed with a lantern.

Helga Newmann (nee Olsen) Brisbane Qld, April 2017

SAVING OUR WAR HISTORY work is scheduled to take place soon and it must be hoped that this will raise public awareness and respect for these important historical relics.

5. Control room before Rotary Restoration in 1996 After 1970 the Control Room building continued to deteriorate and became extensively vandalised over the next 25 years, until in 1996 the newly formed Rotary Club of Bribie Island initiated a Project to refurbish the building.

Volunteers worked for many months inputting thousands of volunteer hours to uncover the building, clean and paint the interior rooms and external structure.

When completed it was almost as good as new and was positioned just above the high water mark. Despite the efforts of Rotary there was no interest by State or Council to provide adequate protection or signage.

In subsequent years king tides and storm surges eroded the protective sand dune

7. After Rotary restoration vandals struck again in 200

For more than a decade the Historical Society have urged State Government to recognise the almost complete loss of World War 2 structures at Fort Bribie on the north of the island. There are now very few remaining structures remaining intact. I have recently taken 40 people as one of Councils Public programs, to see the inside of the Control Room and appreciate the role of Bribie Island in WW2. The interior is rapidly deteriorating due extensive concrete cancer, and its ultimate collapse seems inevitable. Such a pity.

It was lovely to hear from Helga (nee Olsen) with her memories of many exciting holidays with her family, living in an empty concrete bunker on the water’s

9. Protective Sandbags after storms of 2011 edge ….a million dollar location.

We should all be reflecting on just how close Australia came to being invaded during the war, and the strategic role of the buildings and those who served on Bribie Island during those challenging years.

8. Storm erosion in 2011 almost claims Control room in front of the Control Room, and vandals continued to break into the building and deface the restoration work.

A major storm surge in 2011 removed large quantities of sand and seriously undermined the structure until it was almost lost.

Council were then required to construct a large sand bag protective wall around the building, which now sticks out over the beach and is washed by the daily tide.

6. Restoration work by Rotary volunteers in 1996/7

Bribie Island Rotary Club have urged Council for many years to recognise the significance of these structures and to improve the facilities in Rotary Park and erect their informative signage . This

10. What it looks like inside today

SAY GOODBYE TO EXPENSIVE CARTRIDGES AND REFILLS!

PELICAN TILING

​ rand new Cannon MP250 Multi B function P ​ rinter capable of printing 8000 A4 full colour prints. Buy in June ONLY $299.

• RENOVATIONS AND NEW HOMES • BATHROOM RENOVATION • FLOORING SPECIALISTS • QUALITY WORK, COMPETITIVE PRICE.

Refills available for only $70 = 8000 x A4 prints. Call now for more info and installation service available too!

0499 642 701

Print systems available for your existing printer

BRIBIE BASED FOR MORE INFO CALL JOEL

0402 499 349

16 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

BUSY FINGERS WHERE DOES YOUR GENEROSITY GO? residents, it may even be beneficial to your life later on. I will be keeping in touch with the village’s physiotherapist and will keep you posted when I have some great stories to share, as I am sure there will be many.

Why is Senior Exercise so important?

The amount of muscular mass decreases about 40 % by the age of 70 and a significant decrease can be seen after 50 years of age. Inactivity causes rapid changes in muscular strength, 3-5% decrease per day in the first week for those patients who are in bed rest. After a regular exercising period you can expect increased muscle strength for daily activities, and benefits for incontinence and mental health. Muscle weakness is the single most important reason for falls and affects the quality of life for the elderly. The good news is that having adequate fitness equipment, seniors can safely train to get the strength they need.

We are always pleased to be able to support the Bribie Island Retirement Village, who care for up to 130 low and high care residents. With your support we were able to supply a 21 seater bus, which enables the staff to take residents out and about, as well as arranging outings for those able to travel, enhancing quality of life for all.

Recently, we have been able to secure some HUR fitness equipment that works on air pressure, so it creates a very Soft Toysgentle, yet challenging exercise program

.98

We were so pleased to help the village obtain this equipment; their physiotherapist has been monitoring results from other centres using this equipment and advised that he was extremely pleased with the results. It has helped restore quality of life to many participants including those with post stroke problems, Parkinson’s disease and even 96 year olds with fractured legs. The oldest participant he has encountered is 102!

that strengthens without the high risk of injury, resulting in a safer, more effective exercise program for a wider range of people including seniors, children and disabled. Ageing populations set new requirements for efficient and cost effective ways of taking care of our senior citizens. Life expectancy in Australia is the second longest after Japan, so it is crucial to make sure that our elderly has the strength they need for daily activities, to ensure they maintain their independence for as long as possible.

Independence is important to everyone, and the longer you can remain in your own home, surrounded by the belongings filled with memories that you have collected over the years, is not only beneficial for your quality of life but also for the peace of mind of your loved ones.

If we can assist our seniors by restoring a degree of independence, getting them mobile again or just improving their quality of life, our (Busy Fingers) mission is accomplished. It is very gratifying to know that by giving just a few hours a week of your time YOU can make a difference to your community and its

Bribie

MANY Discount Handyman Materials BARGAINS

Discount Handyman Materials CONSTANTLY

Right Right CheckStuff, out our Price Price Huge Range

CHANGING!

➭

$35 GIFTSpend BAG PROMO or more in one Spend $35 PROMO GIFT BAG transaction or more in one and receive FREE transaction Spend $35and gift bag.

(Substitutes may apply). *Conditions Apply

receive FREE or more onegift bag (Substitutes mayin apply) * Conditions apply transaction and receive FREE giftout bag Check

Small Pkt Cabinet Handles

$5.95 Check our Price $12.95 our out range Reductions in Store! of Easter Check out our Price novelty lines.

Reductions in Store!

Skin Fitting Hose

$3.25 19mm $3.25 25mm $3.75 25mm $3.75 19mm

Skin Fitting Hose

Colleen

Karen

Galv 3.6kg $12.95 $12.95

Mary

$2.95

Marine Acetal

$6.50Bollard EasterCross Grass $9.95 98c Cabin Hinge Marine Acetal

$3.20 $9.95 $9.95

Universal Ear Sets

Carl

Plasti Kote Engine Enamel Aerosol Paint

Stainless Steel

$4.25

$2.99

Cabin Hinge Ski Tow Hook Marine

Marine Acetal

$2.95 $2.95 $2.25 $2.25

Barry

$8.99 $8.99 $2.99

$1.74 $2.99 Cabin Hinge Marine $5.95

Cabin Hinge

Denis

Martha White PaintStewart Engine WhiteEnamel Paint 1 Qrt Aerosol Paint

Rivets

$5.95 80x37 80x37 60x37 60x37

$11.95

Benjamin Moore, PrattBenjamin & Lambert, Moore, PrattStewart & Lambert, Martha Plasti Kote

Plastifrom Kote Large range Engine Enamel Aerosol Paint Universal Ear Sets

Stainless Steel Stainless Steel

$2.95 60x37 $2.25 MEET TEAM MEET OUR OUR TEAM 80x37

$1.39 $1.39 $1.39

Cross Bollard

Cabin Hinge

70 Plastic Easter Eggs

Sand Anchor Galv Anchor 3.6kg Sand

6m Heavy Duty

Ski Tow Hook Stainless Steel

Trailer Net Caulking Guns Entrance Sets

(Substitutes may apply) * Conditions apply

6m Medium Duty

$9.95

$1.95 79¢

Universal Sand Anchor Ear Sets Gulv 3.6 Kg

Power Max Batteries 6m Light AA PackDuty 48

$2.75 85c $4.25

Reductions in Store!

Easter Soft Toys Bargain Prices on ROPE Check range of GIFT out BAG our PROMO Upholstery Nails Large Range of $2.98 Selected Varieties Easter novelty lines

Tacks Selected 4m Light Duty Varieties Small Pack

As always we wish to thank Richard and his team for their generosity in making room for this article and his support for us and the island. Hope to see you in the shop soon.

Hinges • Screws Dupli Colour Aerosol Tools • Dowels Dupli Colour Aerosol Paint Cans Dupli Color Paint Cans Selected Colours Storage Racks Aerosol Cans SelectedPaint Colours Cup Hooks Selected Colours Brackets • Braces Trailer Net

Tie Downs • Luggage Straps Padlocks Cambuckles

INSPIRATIONS PAINT AND Bribie Right Stuff, Right Price

We have had many donations of clothing, books, DVD’s and furniture over the past month and as we prefer a quick turnover enabling us to continually display new items, our manager Sonia has day by day sales throughout the shop. We have a good selection of winter clothes this year and we still have some summer stock available for those going on holiday in warmer places; we also have a good stock of toys, baby/children clothing, linen and some medical /mobility items available. We open at 8.30 am and close at 3 pm Monday to Friday and 8 am until 12 pm on Saturday, we deliver any purchases for a small fee and we continually pick up donated goods for free.

$2.95 $4.25

Leonie

Glenn

Hinges

Tubs of 50, 5 varieties

MANY $11.95 BARGAINS per tub CONSTANTLY Screws MANY HP CHANGING!

50 Selected BARGAINS Varieties CONSTANTLY CHANGING! Screws PK

$3.95 50 $3.95 Screws 50 PK Tacks small 85¢ $3.95 Tacks small 85¢ 6555040aa

Several times through the year I display a list of the donations we have been able to give many of our associations, schools, sporting groups and aged care on the island.

If you wish to volunteer at Busy Fingers and join us in supporting the island residents, which includes your family, friends and neighbours and of course yourself, please contact Sonia on 3408 1014. Remember, every hour of spare time given helps us to enhance the lives of others.

Upholstery Nails Hat & Coat Hook small

$1.95BP Porcelain $3.75

Kevin

Sophia

Phone:3408 3408 0155 0155 Phone:

Cnr of ofGoodwin GoodwinDrDr& & Coolgarra Ave, Bribie Island Cnr Coolgarra Ave, Bribie Island

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

thebribieislander

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 17

GREAT WEATHER FOR 19TH REGATTA

By Neil Wilson

Doug Fielding’s classic restoration If you ignore the lack of a decent breeze for the sail powered entrants, the weather for the 19th annual Classic Boat Regatta on the last weekend in May was picture perfect.

The few people that I spoke to all praised the organisers and told me that this was an event on the calendar that they looked forward to each year.

Gold Coast boat builder and classic boat enthusiast Doug Fielding explained that this was his third time at the event. ‘I

came here for the first time in 2010 and although I don’t get every year due to work commitments, I will keep coming back whenever I can,’ said Doug. ‘It is always good to catch up with the others and sometimes discuss ideas on restorations with them. We also enjoy coming to Bribie and really wish we could stay a bit longer,’ he added. Doug’s entry in this year’s regatta was his beautifully restored wooden open hull tender that was one of three that were originally built in Sydney to be used as service tenders for the Botany Bay Sailing Boat Club.

At just over six metres in length, the tender is powered by a 202 Holden motor and Doug told me that he fully restored it after buying the vessel in 2010. ‘I had to replace all of the left side and redesigned some of the interior,’ said Doug. ‘The only part that is not timber is the floor which is made from composite foam in an effort to keep

the weight down,’ he said. As well as his visits to Bribie Island, Doug has also shown off his pride and joy at the Wooden Boat Festival in Tasmania and intends to attend the Wooden Boat Show in Sydney next year. At his business, Regatta Marine, Doug specialises in restoration work and he told me that as well as the tender, he has a couple of other projects on the go.

On the Sunday, boats of all types and age presented quite a spectacle as they lined up on the foreshore at Sylvan Beach for the public to view and have a chat to the owners. As the weather was so good, many interested people attended and, as well as being able to inspect the boats that were in the regatta, they were able to satisfy their hunger with the tasty burgers and sandwiches from the Vietnam Veterans stand. To keep everyone entertained, the Mullet Gut String Band set the mood with a mixture of well known sea shanties and

The boats lined up along the foreshore bush music.

Yacht Club Vice-Commodore Doug Wilson told me that he felt that the whole weekend had been a success and made special mention of how good the Saturday evening dinner at the Bribie Island Hotel had been.

After such a great weekend, I’m sure that there are many who are already looking forward to the 20th annual Classic Boat Regatta.

The Vietnam Veterans feeding the hungry visitors

The Mullet Gut String Band

The Vietnam Veterans feeding the hungry visitors

2/9 Toorbul Street, Bongaree, Bribie Island

0490 552 320

Smoothies

Avo Tahini Melt

Senior Breakfast $10.50

GATEWAY Bait & Tackle

AAA 4WD Beach & Off Road Recovery • Batteries (Car, 4WD & Torches) Qld vehicle access & camping permits Fresh & Frozen Bait - Terminal Tackle Live Blood Worms • Gas Refills • Ice

Acai Bowl

Island Pest Management Domestic and Commercial

All types of pest control including Termite Treatments 34108226 0408 072 810

Seniors Discounts

Free Quotes

Government licensed

Buy a weekly or yearly beach permit and go into the draw to win your money back! (see in store for details)

1383 Bribie Island, Ningi

07 5497 5253 Mon - Fri 6.00am - 5.00pm • Wed 5.30am - 2.00pm Sat 5.00am - 5.00pm • Sun 4.30am - 3.00pm Weekend & Public Holidays: 4.30am - 5.00pm

18 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

PART 1

by Yvonne Bishop

Assistance Dogs experience different environments and attend regular puppy classes.

They then return to the centre in Sydney for training until 24 months old. During this period they will learn different skills to be able to help their new owner live an independent life.

Assistance dogs provide freedom and independence to people with disabilities. These dogs support people with physical disabilities, autism, post-traumatic stress and dementia. It was founded in 1996 which trains Labradors and Golden Retrievers to help people with disabilities. It’s a free service to the person. Some of the disabilities are cerebral palsy, spina bifida, multiple sclerosis and people who are wheel chaired bound due to accidents and are paraplegic and quadriplegic. It takes two years to train a dog and costs over $30,000 per dog.

Training an Assistance Dog Puppies are fostered to homes where they stay there until 12 months old.

Cost of rearing them is provided by the organisation which includes food and vet bills. Foster family are able to take the puppies everywhere to

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

Pet

SAFE MULCHING WITH PETS

Training is based on the type of person they will be matched with and so the learning style is unique to each and every dog. Owners in wheelchairs will depend on their dogs to retrieve dropped items, open and close doors and fridges, push buttons on pedestrian crossings, hand money to cashiers in shops. Owners with post-traumatic stress disorders, dogs are trained to recognise signals of anxiety, wake them up from night terrors and to stay focus on their owners.

They are then matched with a suitable candidate and live with them until retirement at 8 – 10 years. After retirement they usually live with the owner’s family or a friend. Once an assistance dog always an assistance dog it cannot be trained out of them.

Happy Training, Yvonne

Care

Mulching is a good idea, but think about a mulch heap from a dog’s point of view. It probably looks like a great big mound of playtime and lollies! As scavengers, dogs are prone to eating any old rotting thing they find, then ask for more. Their stomachs are adapted to eating rotting food and they do not often get sick, but mulch heaps contain other sorts of dangers.

Apart from the usual poisoning dangers such as onions, garlic and

grapes, some mulchable items can cause gut blockages if eaten by our dogs or our cats. Woody seeds and cores of a certain size pose a real danger because these are not broken down by gut acids inside your pet’s body. The worst items are: corn cobs, peach seeds and macadamia nuts. They are just the right size to be swallowed whole and get stuck, creating a blockage. The dog or cat will become very depressed, with severe gut pain, passing no feces, and vomiting commences as the whole gut shuts down. Part of the gut dies around the blockage and a surgery is required… but the problem would seem so preventable! Careful mulching is the answer. Place all mulch inside of a barrel. Barrels designed for the purpose can be purchased with a handle for easy mulch turning. As an added safe guard, do not add high risk items (such as corn cobs, peach seeds and macadamia nuts) to your mulch.

Phone Dr Jackie for Veterinary appointments on: 0400 699 704

the islander pet pics Ella and Lilly (cat). “so I heard her say I bought a bed for the dog, yeah right !!!!

Reggie from The Kangagang children’s show with Martzier in pouch​ . Darren Munro, Godwin Beach.​

Charlie 12 yrs old rescue dog by Lee-ann hammant Bellara

Boodgie, waiting for at back door for someone to talk to her!

Alfie with Reggie our cat from Ningi

Gypsy saying life’s to hard

Yoshie doing stretches

Share with The Bribie Islander your funny pet photos. Send to: thebribieislander@gmail.com

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

SOME MOTHERS SURE DO HAVE EM’

| 19

EXCLUSIVE BRIBIE ISLAND GROUP DEPARTUR E TO

Be sure to mark Sunday the 25th of June on your calendar as a day of laughter to be had at the Bribie Island Bowls Club as they will be hosting a dinner and Frank Spencer tribute show starting at 5pm.

FASCINATING VIETNAM, CAMBODIA & THE MEKONG RIVER DEPARTING 3 SEPTEMBER 2017 DAYS |SALE 15EOFY from $4,995pp*

exclusive to italktravel Bribie Island 15 day Amsterdam to Budapest August Summer Salings!

There will be unstoppable laughs, with all the mad, crazy antics of the beloved Frank Spencer played by David Mitchell. This show is full of all the comedy you have come to expect but not only does this show include non-stop laughs with Frank, but he will also bring along with him a few travelling celebrities, including Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Chad Morgan, Dean Martin, Tom Jones, Tina Turner just to name a few. David is a master of impressions and has a unique

Available until 30 June. *Conditions apply

JOIN US FOR A

free film presentation

ability to mimic each impersonation he performs.

Thursday 2 March 2017, 9.30am

David has been performing for the past 40 years around the world and had even been enlisted to go down in the Frank Spencer Hall of Fame.

RSL Bribie Island

By Tuesday 28 February 2017 Deluxe Europe RiverRSVP Cruising

Tickets for the Frank Spencer and friends show are on sale now at the Bribie Island Bowls Club. You will receive a 2-course alternate drop dinner and the show for only $37 per person. There are limited seats for sale so get in quick to avoid disappointment.

Call 3410 3410 0111 0111 Call Email roslyn@bribie.italk.travel Email talktous@bribieitalk.travel Visit Visit www.bribieisland.italk.travel www.bribieisland.italk.travel Shop 3, 229 Goodwin Drive, Bribie Island

For further information go to www.bribiebowls.com or call 3408 1018.

exclusive to italktravel Bribie Island

WE’LL GIVE YOU THE BEST QUALITY PRODUCTS AT THE MOST AFFORDABLE PRICE

w w w.s w da ndtr ai l e r s.c o m . au

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

+

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK

tr aile r s - bik es pa r ts - o u tdo o r leisure

• • • •

Local business Fully qualified motorcycle mechanic Bikes & quads up to 250cc Finance options (same-day approval)

MENTION THIS AD IN THE MONTH OF JUNE AND RECEIVE YOUR FREE SKULL CAP, VALUED AT $79.95 (WHILE STOCKS LAST).

ALLPUMP PUMP REPAIRS ALL REPAIRS (Done by Waterama) (Done

by Waterama) Supplying: Supplying:

- Pressure Pumps - Pressure Pumps - Spear Pumps - Spear Pumps - Submersible Pumps - Submersible Pumps - Sprinklers, Sprayers,Misters - Sprinklers, Sprayers, - Fittings, Pipe & Hose

Misters - Fittings, Pipe & Hose

0401 281 184 PH 3408 6246 SHOP 5 & 6, 76 LEAR JET DR, CABOOLTURE

41 Benabrow Ave, Bribie Island 41 Benabrow Ave, Bribie Island

Ph 3408 6246

20 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

islander extraordinaire GARY PARSONS

Gary also trained in martial arts which resulted in him reaching the qualification of 2nd Dan black belt in Tai Kwan Do and he only missed out in competing in the world championships due to a technicality. Interestingly, Gary was a member of the Geelong Cross Country Club amongst well known runners such as the unstoppable Cliff Young.

The next few years saw Sharon and Gary move to Queensland and this was the start of some interesting times for them both in the athletic arena. Sharon, as I have mentioned, achieved as an ultrarunner and Gary began to produce record breaking times. In 1986, Gary entered the Moreton Bay Marathon, a long distance event which began at Queen Street in Brisbane and, after entrants had ran all the way to Scarborough, they were required to then return as far as Redcliffe to cross the finish line. ‘I was on Oxley Avenue just before Scarborough and doing really well, I was thinking that I had a really good chance,’ said Gary. ‘Just as I got to the corner of Oxley Avenue and Shield Street, I was run down by a 68 year old woman in a fuel injected Laser.

She went over me and then rolled back off and when she got out she told me that runners shouldn’t be on the road,’ he added.

Gary arriving in Darwin during his around Australia run I very much doubt that are many local residents who are not familiar with the name Gary Parsons, providing they have been here for more than two years. It would also be fair to say that most of those who know his name, but have not had the opportunity to engage him in a lengthy conversation as I had the chance to do last month, would only associate that name with the seemingly tireless and community spirited guy that held ther position of Division One Councillor from 2002 until he retired at the last election due to health problems.

What many people in the local community do not know is that, as well as someone who is recognised for his hard work as a councillor, Gary is also a record breaking athlete, having completed long distance runs along the Birdsville Track, across the Simpson Desert and even around Australia.

Born in the Melbourne suburb of Glenhuntly, Gary spent his childhood years with his family at their home in the Dandenong Ranges, an area well known for bushfires in the summer and snow in the winter. Gary describes it as a great place for a kid to grow up. ‘I remember that we used to have deliveries by the baker and the ice man and we walked about three miles to school,’ Gary told me. ‘We also used to have fresh fruit and vegetables delivered by horse and cart.

During his years at school, Gary became

a keen competitor in cross country events and this was to set the pattern for his achievements as an athlete in years to come.

When the time came for Gary to decide on a career, he decided that he would like to become a commercial artist but, because this idea met with strong disapproval from his father, he found work with the Metropolitan Tramways Board as a Depot Masters Clerk. After a period of time, he transferred to the head office to take on the position of Rosters Clerk and had the responsibility of drawing up the rosters for trams and their crews.

During this early part of his adult life, Gary had met his wife Sharon and had begun entering athletic events such as the Pro track competitions in summer and cross country races in the winter. Of course, as you would expect, as well as being of great encouragement to Gary, Sharon began to develop her own athletic skills and this would eventually lead to her being a successful ultra-runner.

‘In those times, I competed well but it always seemed that, if they were paying for fourth place, I would come in fifth,’ Gary said when talking about his early times as an athlete.

Being someone who looks upon staying healthy and completely fit, as well as spending time as a competitive runner,

This tragedy resulted in Gary having a broken tibia and fibia and, as was later discovered, a broken ankle and the specialist told him that he would never be able to run again. ‘He said that I had better think about taking up Scrabble or darts and to me, that was like waving a red rag at a bull,’ Gary explained.

Suffice to say, after a lengthy period which resulted in several sets of worn out crutches, Gary began to prove the doctor wrong and, although he wasn’t able to produce the times that he previously achieved, through having the right attitude and the unwavering support of his wife Sharon, he took on ultra-running and used this as a way to raise money for charity.

Earlier I mentioned that Gary had wanted to be a commercial artist and I suppose this was why he had a love of drafting which resulted in him entering the building industry and working on projects for successful businessmen such as Graham (Screw) Turner of Flight Centre fame. At this time Sharon and Gary were living in Caboolture and raising their four children. One day Sharon found Gary contemplating a map of Australia and, after some more discussion and planning, the decision was made for Gary to attempt an around Australia run.

By Neil Wilson

now come when the only way to alleviate the ongoing pain and wear on the joint was for doctors to permanently fuse it together. Now time to consider the future, Gary began to think about politics and, although his initial campaign for election went well, he failed in the attempt and, acting on the prompt of a local resident, successfully contested the Council election.

Gary explained that the eventual amalgamation was the best thing that ever happened as this resulted in a great increase in available funds for much needed projects. ‘Before the amalgamation there was not one really notable achievement that I know of,’ Gary said. ‘Once it happened I was able to start achieving improvements in my division including the flood proofing in Bellara. Although it was all underground and not really noticeable, we spent quite a few million dollars on that,’ he told me.

Gary believes that his most successful accomplishment during his time in the job was creating master plans for the improvement of each area. ‘I think that another much needed improvement was completing the paths that now allow bike access all over the island and even to Ningi,’ Gary pointed out. He also stressed how much of an important role Sharon has played in his life, both when an athlete and during his time in Council and said that without her support, he could never have achieved his goals.

A rather concerning health scare resulted in Gary making the decision not to contest his role at the next election and of course, as we know, this aw the election of our new Division One Councillor, Brooke Savige. Since retiring from Council, Gary still becomes involved in helping people when they ask for his assistance in solving a problem that they might have, either with Council or other personal situations. His other passion is the Bribie Island and District Community Appeal Inc (BIDCA) an organisation founded by his wife Sharon and dedicated to providing funds to assist local causes. BIDCA runs a market in Brennan Park on the 3rd Sunday of each month and has been instrumental in providing funding to schools, the VMR and other projects.

Martial arts exponent, record breaking athlete, long serving Councillor and extraordinarily dedicated supporter of those who need a bit of help, Gary Parsons is just another fine example of why the Bribie Island community is envied by those who live elsewhere.

The run was commenced on Anzac Day in 1999 and as well as being an attempt to break the world record, was also to raise money for Legacy, an organisation that is best described as Aussies helping Aussies. The world record for this challenging run was 17,071kms and had been set by American Robert Sweetgall in 1999. Gary ran into the record books when he arrived back in Brisbane on Australia Day 2000 having run a total of 19,030.3kms and been on the road for 274 days and 8 minutes.

As a result of Gary’s many long distance runs, his previously broken ankle had suffered immensely and the time had

Gary and Sharon Parsons

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

MUSIC REVIEW!

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

By Nikita Chee

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 21

CONSCIOUS LIVING Think Positive?

“You cannot get the health, success and relationships you want by just THINKING positive or trying hard”

Think again.

How many times have you thought positively, done the vision board and convinced yourself that you will create what you want, only to end up falling flat on your face?

CALLING ALL WOMEN! I invite you to join me for a unique FREE* workshop gain valuable tools to:

Here’s my 3 MUST DO’s (or rather BE’s) if you want to positively align with the creator in your life:

• Protect yourself from what you don’t want, without shutting people out

1. Stop thinking and start BEing. You have to FEEL what it is you want and get out of the realm of your head and into the inner feeling of your body. How would it feel in your body to already have or be what it is you want to create?

2. Get good at holding that feeling in your body when life gets in the way. The only way you can attract what you want is to be in the same uplifted vibration as what you want as much of the time as you can.

E.G. if you stay in a feeling of gloominess or impossibility, you will attract more difficulty and struggle.

3. Let go of the expectation of the outcome and stop ‘thinking’ about it!

JohnnySwim: Touching Heaven from Georgia Pond Album – What happens when you take two deeply in-love folk/soul/blues/pop-singer, make a music-baby and then intertwine the coos of their real-life earth-baby into their music? Ahem, meet: happily married couple Amanda and Abner Ramirez (aka JohnnySwim) who have done just that in their ballad “Touching Heaven”. “Touching Heaven”, testifies of the reality of heaven on earth through the intimacies of love. More poignantly for this duo, it encapsulates their overwhelming feelings of adoration toward new son, Joaquin, who features toward the end of the track in true baby-babble style; an addition that brings a tangible element to an already moving song. The couple work together in harmony to direct the gentle rising and falling of piano, soft-percussion and electric guitar into a smooth gospel-like ode which features the 100 to 150-person Lakeside Church Choir.

Music like this is indeed both walk-down-the-aisle or Sunday-arvo serenade worthy.

Anxiety / Depression Eczema / Psoriasis Cardiovascular Disease

Purchase your Electric boost solar water heater from one of the worlds largest manufacturers of solar thermal products through Bribie Islander Solar. You simply cannot be charged for free solar hot water. Ideal for coastal and non-frost areas.

• No-one can charge you for free hot water from the sun!

• Beat spiralling electricity costs

FR

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support Our Local Economy

EE

| 1

ISLANDER

COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

ISSUE 05 | MAY / JUN 2017

MINI?

The Mini Bribie Islander is the sister publication of The Bribie Islander in the form of an A4 size gloss magazine, published two weeks after the main paper.

BRIBIE’S UNIQUE VIEWS

WE MAKE POOLS FUN

Look out for Issue 05 due out on the 17th of June!

• 7 year warranty

info@holisticallyhealthy.net.au www.holisticallyhealthy.net.au

BRIBIE

POOL SUPPLIES, ON-SITE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

0499 642 701 Gov rebates still available!

Member of ANTA | Banksia Beach | By Appointment

HAVE YOU SEEN OUR

Info and Registration at www.afp.getresponsepages.com OR call 0468 832 193 for more details.

SOLAR HOT WATER

Lesley Andrew BHSc (Naturopathy)

THE MINI

FREE*

Art of Feminine Presence workshop Sun June 25. 10am-1pm @ Golden Age Hall, Arcadia Ave, Woorim (*$25 or FREE for both of you if you bring a friend!)

www.beksthompson.com 0468 832 193

Herbal Medicine Nutrition Iris Analysis Flower Essences Relaxation Massage

0407 934 701

You are invited to my:

Beks Thompson BSc Hons Physiotherapy

S LAR

Diabetes Allergies Weight Control

• Be seen and heard the way you’ve always wanted

Beks helps awakening women, who feel stuck in pain, self-doubt or a lack lustre life to get the relief, freedom and happiness they deserve, so they can live the life they really want!

Beks is a Physio, Yoga Teacher, life coach and intuitive healer with over 20 years’ experience who works with clients 1:1, runs transformative programmes, events and yoga classes.

Contact 0468 832 193 www.beksthompson.com for enquiries

Bribie Island

May assist with many conditions, including...

• Create what you do want, whether it’s energy, abundance, better relationships or health

!

Bongaree Arcade Naturopath Naturopath & Medical Herbalist

25 years clinical experience General Practice and Fertility Specialist • Naturopathy • Herbal Medicine (Comprehensive Dispensary) • Allergy Issues • Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis • Osteopulse Massage

Karen Campbell

0419 142 744

41 BENABROW AVE | PHONE 3408 6246

Cover photo: Grip N Rip Photography Shane T. Reynolds.

When health is important…

Open s by Saturday ent tm in o p p A Seniors t Discoun

Janine Williams ND MHD

3408 0244

8/9 Toorbul St, Bongaree www.naturalherbalmedicne.com

22 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

STEAK OUT Enjoy a delicious 200g steak served with chips & salad or creamy mash & seasonal vegetables plus your choice of sauce*

TWO FOR TUESDAY

Purchase a delicious Frito Misto for two as the moon rises over Moreton Bay. We’ll complete the occasion with a bottle of house wine for you to share.

Pick any two meals from our “Two for Tuesday” specials board for just $32!

Bookings suggested to avoid disappointment. Normal menu also available. *T’s & Cs apply.

MAIN MEAL DEAL Purchase any main meal from the current Bistro menu and receive a glass of house wine (red, white or bubbles) or schooner of Great Northern Super Crisp*

GET CURRIED AWAY

Enjoy an evening meal at the Surf Club and the kids can eat for FREE* from our “Lil’ Nippers” Menu.

It’s curry time at The Surf Club! Munish & Janaka are creating some delicious dishes for you to try.

Check the specials board for options*

STEAK & SCHNITTY GALORE! Awesome steak & schnitzel meals available all day long. Check the specials board for delicious topper options*

BOOKINGS SUGGESTED TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT ONLINE BOOKINGS AVAILABLE FROM OUR WEBSITE The Surf Club Bribie Island A| First Avenue, Woorim, QLD 4507 P| 07 3408 2141 F| 07 3408 3325 W| thesurfclubbribie.com.au E| info@thesurfclubbribie.com.au

*Terms & conditions apply, One complimentary child’s meal with every main meal purchased. Does not include soft drink, ice cream or activity bag. Not available on Saturday nights, Public Holidays or in conjunction with any other offer. Subject to availability. Not redeemable for cash. Dinner is from 5.30pm.

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

PATRONS HONOURED

BY THEIR CLUB

OMG It’s clean

Nothing too big or too small for OMG

By Neil Wilson

Commercial & Regular Domestic Cleans.

in membership and new committee members resulted in the name being changed to the Bribie Island Indoor Bowls Club Inc in 1979. After lengthy and dedicated fundraising by members and some assistance from Council and the Queensland Government, the club moved to their own current premises on First Avenue at Bongaree and Games Director Roy Bradford told me that there are about 20 members at present.

Caption: Club Patrons Alma Allen and Emma Stitt

It is only natural that if a club which was founded over forty six years ago still has any of the original members, they would be of a very senior age, and this is certainly the case at The Bribie Island Indoor Bowls Club Inc. In fact, as well as original member and club Patron Alma Allen reaching the wonderful age of ninety nine this month, her fellow Patron Emma Stitt, a member since 1991 and still playing bowls, is ninety five and there is also another club member who is over ninety.

The hall owned by the club is spacious, has very good lighting, and in 2015, a new kitchen and a much needed new air conditioning unit were installed.

The club hosts a monthly competition which is attended by teams from other areas including Maleny, Deception Bay and Arana Hills. Club games are played at the hall each week from Tuesday to Friday, some during the day and some in the evening. ‘New members are always welcome,’ Roy Bradford said.

‘If there is someone, either a novice or perhaps an experienced outdoor bowler, who would like to come along and try out indoor bowls, they are able to play three games free of charge,’ he explained.

Anyone interested in trying the sport of indoor bowls should call the club hall on 3408 0177, contact Club President Margaret Dunn on 0428 713300 or Vice President Bruce Hennessy on 0407 133000 for more information.

We only use A grade chemicals that are septic friendly and pet friendly which makes them environmentally friendly and they won’t harm animals or children. We use microfibers and all our mop heads are machine washed and clean for every single house or business that we clean.

For a super clean, call Kim on 0466 965 652.

HOME OF THE BRO BURGER DINE IN OR TAKEAWAY BURGERS, BREAKFASTS, FISH & CHIPS, CAKES, COFFEES AND MUCH MORE…

3/2 Jacana Ave, Woorim Ph: 07 3408 2341 Open 6 Days. OPEN TILL 8PM FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. CLOSED TUESDAYS

LIKE AND FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK.

Domestic and Commercial Water Filteration Solar Panel Cleaning Split Cycle Air Conditioning Cleaning

On May 16th, the Bribie Island Indoor Bowls Club held their Patrons Day during which those who attended played several games of bowls, enjoyed a tasty lunch and some were lucky enough to win a prize in one of the raffles. As the day was primarily held in honour of the two patrons, at the start of the presentations, club President Margaret Dunn presented both Alma and Emma with a beautiful large bunch of flowers and thanked them for their lengthy and ongoing support of the club.

SUMMER SPECIALS WINTER SPECIALS Water Filtration & Solar Panel Cleanin

SUMMER SPECIALS

Split System Air-Conditioning Cleaning Split System Air-Conditioning Cleaning Split System Air-Conditioning Cleaning

90

$ • Removes mould and dirt • Improves Efficiency • Removes mould and dirt • Improves Efficiency • Saves Power • Improves Efficiency per unit • Saves Power • Saves Power• Increases life of unit • Increases life of unit • Increases life of unit $80 for 3 units

or more.

•

Originally known as the Bribie Island RSL & Citizens Indoor Bowls Club, the organisation consisted of fifty members and played their games in a room at the Bribie Island Bowls Club. Increase

| 23

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Removes mould and dirt

Cleaning involves using high pressure hot water combined with specialised disinfectant/detergent to Cleaning involves using high pressure hot water combined with specialised Cleaning involves using high pressure hot water combined with specialised disinfectant/detergent to completely rejuvenate the filters and coil.

Club President Margaret Dunn presenting Patrons Alma and Emma with flowers and chocolates

disinfectant/detergent to completely rejuvenate the filters and coil.

completely rejuvenate the filters and coil.

Price $90 per unit. $80 for 3 units or more.

Price $90 per unit. $80 for 3 units or more.

Solar Panel Cleaning Solar Panel Cleaning • • •

Improves power output Solar Panel Cleaning Prevents deterioration Saves money

Starts at • Improves power output • Improves power output

• Prevents deterioration $ • Prevents deterioration

• Saves money • Saves money “Clean panels are efficient panels” for 6-8panels

60

Our solar panel cleaning utilises an extended handle soft broom with filtered water to give a

thorough clean. This removes dust, dirt, grime, salt and bat/bird poo.

“Clean panels are efficient panels” “Clean panels are efficient panels” Prices start at $60 for 6-8 panels Our solar panel cleaning utilises an extended handle soft broom with filtered water to give a thorough clean. This removes dust, dirt, grime, salt and bat/bird poo.

Our solar panel cleaning utilises an extended handle soft broom with filtered water to give a Are you losing money by not having you solar panels cleaned regular thorough clean. This removes dust, dirt, grime, salt and bat/bird poo.

Call Gary on 3410 7662 or 0402 018 047 Prices start at $60 for 6-8 panels

“Clean panels are efficient panels” Waterwizard ABN 84 521 328 109 and QBCC 1042021

Ready to bowl

www.waterwizard.com.au • Specialised system with glass cleaning brush and filtered Serving the Bribie Island Community in Water Filtration since 2002 softened water.

24 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

LEOTTA’S GARDENS SERVICES With our work you are guaranteed prompt, reliable work. Whether it be a residential lawn service or commercial lawn service, no job is too big or too small.

If you’re interested in having your yard maintained professionally, don’t hesitate to contact Leotta’s Gardens Services for a FREE quote.

• Lawn mowing

• Spraying

• Whipper snipping

• Gardening

• Hedging

• Lawn top dressing

• Garden stump grinding upto 6”

• Garden waste & rubbish removal

• Paving

Commercial from $100

Residential from $35

Commercial lawns with Leotta’s Garden Services include a maintained lawn which is grass area mowed, hedged, whipper snipped/edged, gardens weeded or sprayed, green waste removed and concrete area blown down.

Residential lawns with Leotta’s Gardens Services include a maintained lawn which is mowed, whipper snipped/edged, blown and green waste removed.

Garden stump grinding from $40/stump Stump grinding with Leotta’s Gardens Services include ground to below ground level, hole covered and chips taken away.

Lawn top dressing & turf preparation – call for a quote With lawn top dressing and turf preparation with Leotta’s Gardens Services we will supply basic tools and labour to neatly prepare area.

LEOTTA’S GARDENS SERVICES Ningi Based Local Business 4511

Jayson: 0468 726 325 leottasgardenservices@gmail.com Like us on

EFTPOS coming soon!

Wheelie bin washouts $6/ bin or $10 for 2 When having your wheelie bins cleaned by Leotta’s Gardens Services your bin will be washed, disinfected and ready for the next use.

Hedging-call for quote Hedging with Leotta’s Gardens Services will leave your hedges looking picture perfect with green waste removed and area blown.

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 25

WONDERFUL IN WINTER SENSATIONAL IN SUMMER

By Neil Wilson

As hard to believe as it is considering their popularity and versatility in the kitchen as well as the ability to produce great tasting fruit all year round in certain climates, tomato plants were originally thought to be poisonous due to them being a member of the nightshade family.

Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, degrees of sweetness and even more than just one colour, tomatoes can be added to so many summer and winter dishes and are rich in vitamins A and C as well as containing useful amounts of potassium, manganese and folate. They are also a source of the potent antioxidant, lycopene which is regarded as helping to prevent cancer and heart disease.

Growing your own tomatoes is a relatively simple yet very rewarding procedure providing you follow some simple guidelines. Firstly, climate must be taken into consideration though, in this neck of the woods, it’s relevance is not so important due to our subtropical climate. The only time that care must be taken to protect your crop from the weather is during the hottest months because, although tomatoes do require between six and eight hours of sun each day, if not protected, they can get sunburn and this results in wilting and even yellowing of the plants. A good idea is to make a tent like structure from shadecloth which will act as a filter.

The next step in preparing to grow these tasty red bundles of goodness is to prepare the ground where they will be planted. Ideally, the garden should be in a sheltered position and the beds should be of free draining and fertile soil. For the best results I would suggest preparing the bed at least one month prior to planting time by mixing in some really good compost, some pelletised fowl manure and also straw mulch. As a way of ensuring that the soil is not calcium deficient, it is a good idea to add about one handful

Tomato and basil pasta

Perfect for sandwiches and winter dishes

of lime for each plant of the intended crop. Calcium deficiency is the main reason that plants develop a nasty little disease known as blossom end rot As there so many choices of tomato varieties, it is always a good idea to make your selection of the type you wish to grow based on the main way that the fruit will be put to use.

As a general rule of thumb, if you are planting with the intention of them being used mainly in salads, a good choice would be to grow cherry tomatoes because of their excellent flavour. If the tomatoes will be harvested during the cooler months and used in hot dishes or for sandwiches, one of the full sized varieties would be ideal and my preference would be the beefsteak variety.

Now for the final decision prior to planting and that is, seed or seedling.

In some ways this will depend on the

length of time before you wish to enjoy your crop and also whether it is winter or summer. A wise idea would be to consult your local garden centre before making this choice. If you choose to go with seedlings, they should be planted deep in the soil as far as the lowest proper leaves because they always root from the stalk. Doing this will ensure that the plant is tough and will grow well. Of course, as well as in a garden bed, tomatoes can be grown in a large pot or even a hanging basket depending on the variety.

Always water in the plants well immediately following planting and then, as a way of assisting the retention of moisture, lay down a thin mulch around the plants. Tomatoes require a regular supply of water so never let them go without water for a few days. They will also need additional feeding after the first month and this is best achieved by using a soluble fertiliser that is designed for fruit and flowers. You should always apply at the recommended rate and do this about every three weeks or, if you are watering more often due to hat weather, every two weeks would be advisable.

Should you decide to grow from seeds, you need to keep in mind the fact that the seeds will need warmth to germinate so outdoors is ideal in the warmer months but, if winter is approaching, sowing the seeds in pots will be necessary to ensure that you end up with healthy plants. Keep the pots in a warm and sunny place indoors until the seedlings are over 10cm tall and ready to be transplanted.

When planting the seeds, tickle the top of the soil with your fingers and then sprinkle the seeds over the top. Add a

bit more soil to cover then give them just enough water to keep the soil damp but not too wet.

There are quite a few pests and diseases associated with tomato plants and most bugs can be picked off by hand or, alternately you can spray them with a mixture of detergent and water.

If the plants do wilt and die and you are sure that they have been getting enough water, they might be infected with a serious wilting disease and these diseases stay in the ground for a very long time. If this is the case, you should make sure that you plant your next crop in an area that is away from this section. If you suspect that your tomatoes are being attacked by fruit fly, use fruit fly baits and, should you need to control caterpillars, spray with horticultural soap.

A good tip for watering is to always do this in the morning when it is cool and never wet the foliage before sunset as this encourages mildew.

Although I have never tried this, some experienced gardeners advise planting some basil with your tomatoes as they apparently act as companions and encourage each other’s growth. The tomato is a wonderful example of home grown food as it is fresh, tasty and nutritious. Also, if you end up with more than you can eat, you can dry, freeze or bottle the surplus and have a year round supply.

Keeping in mind that our climate allows us to grow tomatoes all year round and that your plants will take longer to grow in the Winter, now would be a perfect time to start preparing to produce your very own crop of tasty tomatoes for the family to enjoy.

26 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

HELLO TO ALL OYSTER GARDENERS Recycling oyster shells to generate substrate for shellfish reef restoration is becoming more accepted in Australia, for example, see the latest from Melbourne... http://www.abc.net.au/news/201705-18/war-on-waste-recycling-shellsfrom-your-plate/853 3652 The Victorians stole our thunder a little, but better late than never ! Thanks to the MBRC, Pumicestone Passage Restocking Association and some much needed help from oyster gardener Steve White, we will be up and running soon at the Oyster Recycling Centre at Ningi Transfer station with a carport installed

and plumbed into the rainwater tank so we have an on site water supply.

Signage is also being arranged by the MBRC so we are making good progress.

I am approaching local resturants now to

become involved in our own local shell recycling program right here in Pumicestone.

try to intercept and direct their waste shells towards the recycling centre before they go to landfill. A plan of the site layout is attached. We will organise a press release and

Dr Ben Diggles Restore Pumicestone Passage.org Mob: 0403773592 e-mail: info@ restorepumicestonepassage.org www.restorepumicestonepassage.org

press day once the signage and carport are in place.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require more information or wish to

Siteplan Final

THAI RESTAURANT

Serving Authentic Thai with a simple modern touch

Penang Chicken

Seared Scallops

Mango Coconut Panacotta

Thai Curry

Crispy Fried Barramundi

Vermicilli Spicy Pork

Keep an eye out for more of our winter specials!

BOOK ONLINE TO RESERVE YOUR TABLE! www.kinnareethaibribie.com.au 37 Benabrow Ave, Bellara • 07 3408 6555 kinnareethairestaurant

see our Did you view in ut re dining o sue of the is t s the la nder ibie Isla r B i Min

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 27

Open 5 Days, Tuesday – Saturday - Lunch and Dinner.

Sunday Breakfast from 9:00am till 2:00pm Lunch Solander Lake Bowls Club, 70 Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach – Phone: 3408 7021

The Beach Shak Cafe Family owned and operated. 25 plus years industry experience.

Book a high tea for your next meeting or function!

Catering for all dietary requirements • Free wifi High tea room available for: High teas • Birthday parties • Meetings • Get togethers

5 Biggs Ave, Beachmere • 5496 8807

28 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

EASTERN BLUE-TONGUED SKINK (BLUE-TONGUED LIZARD)

By Marj Webber

Tiligua scincoides Blue-tongued Skink when alarmed Eastern Blue-tongued Skinks are common lizards living on Bribie Island.

They are mostly seen in bushland and in suburban gardens in leaf litter or mulch.

Their movement is slow and often when observed are lying perfectly still. When disturbed they raise their heads, open their mouths, expose their blue tongues and hiss in a frightening manner. This is mainly bluff as they seldom bite and are not poisonous. The skin pattern is varied but mostly forms some sort of banded pattern. Their head is large and triangular.

Legs are short and they have dumpy, fat tails where water and food are stored for a rainy day. If in danger their tails can be discarded as a decoy for potential predators. A new tail takes about a year to regrow. Blue-tongues can grow to up to 60 cm in length. They are territorial and

can claim an area of a hectare or more.

Being cold-blooded animals they need to lie in the sun to maintain their body temperature at about 30-35 degrees.

During winter when it’s cold they find a suitable hiding place and hibernate for the duration emerging in September when it begins to warm up.

They mostly live alone except during mating season when the male appears on the scene and aggressively fights off any potential suitors. Unlike some other lizards that lay eggs they give birth to their young from 3 to 5 months after mating.

Usually between December and April about 10 or more young lizards are born.

These measure about 135 cm and weigh 10-20 grams. They are independent from birth and make their own way into the

world after a few days. In 4-5 years they are mature adults.

Having a residing Blue-tongued Lizard in your garden can go a long way towards getting rid of some common pests.

Having mulch, low shrubs, groundcover and places to hide in your garden is an encouraging invitation for them to visit.

Snails are on their menu so having a resident Blue-tongue can go a long way towards reducing the snail population.

Their strong teeth and jaws crush the snails before they are eaten. Insects are also a favourite food so more pests can be eradicated. They are omnivores and eat plant life as well. Their absolute favourite fruit is strawberries so if you want to keep the Blue-tongue in your garden plant some strawberries to share.

Blue-tongues don’t need a meal every day.

Habitat loss is their biggest threat.

Because they are so slow moving they often end up as a casualty when crossing the road. They have adapted well to living in backyard gardens but here, dogs, cats

Blue-tongued Skink

Blue-tongued Skink. Note banding

and lawnmowers pose a very real danger.

Snail baits and insect repellents can be harmful and even cause death if they eat snails that have been baited or insects that have been sprayed. Having a few rocks and timber in the garden is handy for them to rub up against to help get rid of unwanted skin when they moult.

There are over 300 species of skinks in Australia 6 of which are Blue-tongues.

The Eastern Blue-tongue is the largest of these. Blue-tongued Skinks only live in Australia. The Pink-tongued Skink is a similar species and can be wrongly identified as the Blue-tongue. Pinktongues are also found on Bribie Island but are not as common.

I snapped the above Blue-tongued Skink in bushland beside the bike track on Bribie Island and it very obligingly revealed its blue tongue to be photographed. The Pink-tongued Skink was photographed in a shed at Bongaree.

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 29

Disability Access and Inclusion Plan: Consultation

By Cr. Brooke Savige

the newspaper or hear the birds singing is actually a luxury not shared by all.

Those suffering with dementia, mental illness and other crippling disabilities also struggle on a daily basis. This is why council is developing a Disability Access and Inclusion Plan that will set out council’s commitment to making council facilities, services and information accessible to everyone.

Moreton Bay Regional Council is committed to building a thriving region of opportunity where our communities enjoy a vibrant lifestyle. In today’s society we often take for granted our mobility other elements. The ability we have to climb stairs, cross roads, read

Council seeks your feedback to assist in the development of its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

The second phase of community consultation will commence throughout May. Council has engaged Community Resource Unit to host several focus group discussions, to hear from residents about access and inclusion issues important to them. The focus group for Division One will be held at the Bribie Island RSL on Thursday 8th June from 9am till 12pm. Focus groups are free. To RSVP please visit https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/ community/disability/ or contact my office.

I am passionate about ensuring we provide quality services and facilities for all our residents and would welcome your feedback directly.

Safe Decorators

Painting and wallpaper specialist

Over 35 years experience Apprenticeship Trained Low Prices Free Quotes Bribie Island & North Brisbane

Email: thesaifs@hotmail.com Call Sam: 0418 721 298

“We’re Still Here” Fiona Donaldson

It was great to see the attendance of Centacare as a Service provider and Fiona Donaldson a member of Spinal life Australia specialising in Travel for people with a disability The generosity of the Bribie Island RSL is a sensational injection into the local community For further information contact bill Peacock or Peter Sheehan on 0403686998

Jeanette and Spinal life Australia with Peterwith Sheehan Polio Australia Polio supporting the attendees at the Bribie Island RSL. at the Jeanette andRoss Ross Spinal life Australia Peter Sheehan Australia supporting the attendees Bribie Island RSL.

LOCAL GROUP FILLING THE GAP. Thursday 25th May Spinal Life Australia and Post-Polio Network held the Inaugural meeting at the RSL Bribie Island giving a unique opportunity to the survivors of Polio and those people with a disability with Spinal Injuries Australia on Bribie Island and surrounding areas So often people with a disability are isolated from support mechanisms due to access, geography and the lack of transport isolating them from the

mainstream of support.

The initiative to bring a support group to the Bribie Island was encouraged by the support of the BRIBIE ISLANDER, motto to “Keep it Local” and the many people with a disability including the survivors of Polio living in the area without access.

NAVIGATION The meeting group spoke about the ever-changing Disability and Aged Care environment as we move toward the NDIS and My Aged Care and provision

of service to provide access to in home care. Navigating the NDIS and My Aged care systems can leave many people falling between the cracks and not having available all that is available.

Information and knowledge.

The first meeting of the group is being coordinated for late June where everyone can tell their stories and to set up a list of priorities to move forward and support each other jump hurdles and develop life skills to give inclusivity.

Fiona

Fiona Donaldson

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

30 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

2005 Citroen C3

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

2000 VW Beetle

2006 Mazda 2

2006 Nissan Tiida ST

PANORAMIQUE, Sensodrive 2 door 4seater, auto, 5 speed manual, aircon power steering, lovely 5 speed manual, low kilometres, a very pretty Automatic sedan, lovely little car with log book aircon, power steering, Qld rego and rwc, ideal bright little car, reliable and economical, very tidy blue colour, air-conditioned , power steering, service history, lovely charcoal paintwork, tinted shopping trolley, economical, this weeks bargain buy, car for its age. will pass any inspection, drives like a dream, log windows, has airconditioning, power steering, please note that the electric sunroof is not working.

$3400

2O00 Toyota GXL Land Cruiser

4.5 Litre , dual fuel , retains two petrol tanks and has two gas tanks for long range driving, seats 8, 5 speed, aircon , power steer , cruise control , alloys, snorkel , colour coded bull bar, hayman reece towbar, 2” suspension lift. An extremely well cared for motor vehicle.

$12,500

2008 Toyota Landcruiser Prado GS

3.0 Turbo diesel, 6 speed manual, lovely presented vehicle, the car is displaying 110,000kms but previous owner has had a speedo replacement so car has actually done over 200,00 klms........ But looks immaculate and drives as new, very cheap 2008.

$22,500

$5500

2006 Nissan St Coil Cab

books.

$6500

rwc and qld rego.

$6500

2005 Hyundai Sonata Elite

2004 Toyota Prado GXL

$19,500

$7500

$22,400

2004 Toyota

Mitsubishi 4X4 Outlander Platnium

2006 Suzuki Swift

$10,900

$3800

4.2 Turbo diesel, 5 speed, airconditioned, was a work vehicle so has high klms 400 plus, but well maintained and drives great , will sell quick at this price.

Tuff as nails hilux, this is 5 speed manual, aircon, power steering, bull bar , alloy tray, 6 months rego , rwc....Drive away

$4500

Only 73,000klms , auto airconditioned , power steering, 3.0 Turbo diesel , automatic, a little over 200k, abs brakes, multiple air bags, leather seats, this car log book service history, probably the best drives as new, if you want a reliable, 4 cyl auto look available, this car is extremely tidy, rev camera. no further.

5 Speed manual , airconditioned, power steering, pink 5 Speed manual, aircon, power steering, only 130,000klms, log metallic paint, the car is rwc and drives fine but the book history, bluetooth, tow bar, abs brakes, roof bars, a great paint on the roof is a bit faded.... But is priced to clear at just allround family suv.

CASH FOR CARS CASH PAID TODAY. WE COME TO YOU!

PH: 5495 4138 • M: 0439 717 601 • CABOOLTURE PLEASE MENTION THE BRIBIE ISLANDER PRICING PRIOR TO SALE AS THIS PRICE IS ONLY ADVERTISED IN THIS PUBLICATION.

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 31

Bribie Island Soccer Football Club UNDER 17s TURN AROUND THEIR SEASON Despite a rough start to the season the Bribie Tigers under 17 division 2 team have really turned themselves around, winning their last three matches.

Last weekend, the boys have started to come into their own, defeating Woombye FC 8-2. This continued the momentum they gained the previous two weekends against Maroochydore FC winning 3-2 and Caloundra FC winning 4-3.

Club president John Aldous observed that the team has overcome the low player numbers and player injuries that plagued the start of their season.

“Right now many of our players are focused on skill development and improved fitness,” John said. “I have no doubt the under 17s will be the team to watch when they get up to full strength.”

Sitting at 9th on the ladder with half of the season behind them, every

game is important. We know our spectators really lift the team and with three out of the next five games at home we welcome anyone who can come down and cheer on our team.

Game details are available at our website – www.bribieislandfc.com. au – just select fixtures/results from “The Game” menu.

Also if there are any players who are keen to get amongst it, there are

spaces still available on this team.

Connect with us on Facebook.

FOR MORE INFORMATION John Aldous President Mobile: 0404 056 830 Email: thepresident@bribieislandfc. com.au

32 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

➼ START $100 Start with credits from theBIS, every business you spend with on this map, send in a receipt and go into a draw to win $100 cash card to spend locally!

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

07 3410 7509

TA K E AWAY

POOL & SPA POOL SERVICES

3408 6246

COFFE SHOP PAINTINGS FOR SALE

Aussie-American Style • (07) 3408 8448

41 Benabrow Ave

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS ON THEBIS MAP!

0416 557 330

0448 932 484

bribieislandpilates.com.au

LANDED URBAN WEAR www.landedurbanwear.com.au Men, Women, Kids Clothes

Banksia Beach News Lotto, Cards, Jewelery, Magazines, Gifts

BOTANICAL GARDENS

En

de

HIRE ME!

av

ou

rD

Electric Bikes Segways Kayaks PaddleBoats

r

BANKSIA BEACH

Sunderlan d

Dr

Banksia Beach State School

Youth Commu Centre & Skate

Ve rd

Botanic Dining & Barcode Café

hit W

Meetings, Events and Social Outings

www.bribiersl.com.au Park Ranger Headquarters

a eP

Ave os

h tc

Dugong Habitat

ho r S

each Esplana nB a Crest Pk yl v

Volunteer Marine Rescue VMR 445 Ta H

Kakadu Wader Bird Roost (Do not visit beach or disturb birdlife)

nA ve

t ra S

Jabiru St Glass House Mountain Statues

Aboriginal Midden

Pirates Only Pk (Boardwalk and Playground)

Naturopath & Medical Herbalist

25 years clinical experience General Practice and Fertility Specialist

3408 0244 8/9 Toorbul St, Bongaree www.naturalherbalmedicne.com

BELLARA NEWS $ CONVENIENCE

a ie Isl Brib

PUMICESTONE PASSAGE

d nd R

3408 8285

N

O ST

D

N SA

the bribie islander

FREE PARKING ON BRIBIE!

t

Eucalyp

Elk

aD

r

lla

sm

r Dr

Bo

Esp

l

WHITE PATCH

a M

vd Bl

rin i

En e ad Cole Fisher Pk dea vou an

a rin

Be

Tennis Courts

iS

BELLAR

Co

Su

nd

erl

an

d

P

or t Dr

Dr

on

0400 446 679 www.bribiehirehut.com.au

Bongaree Arcade Naturopath

Community Arts Centre and Bicentennial Gardens Talking Monument Aboriginal History on Bribie Island

Corner of Welsby Parade and Kangaroo Ave, Bongaree Famous for our $1 cookies and range of cakes

Advertise your business with the Bribie Islander!

ADVERTISING/NEWS

CALL 0448 932 484

Puzzles, Toys, Games, Shop, Christmas presents

3408 6246

41 Benabrow Ave, Bribie Island Fittings, Valves, Pumps and more, see in-store

0414 Games, Toys979 474 4/2 Toorbull St, Bongaree & Novelties

Phone:

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

thebribieislander

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 33

16

Different Pizza's

3410 1791

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner overlooking the passage

OUR PRICES ARE SO LOW YOU WOULD THINK WERE CLOSING DOWN!!

Home Cooked Meals Eat In or Take to the Beach!

Woolie's Complex

3408 1701 • 2/75 Cotterill Ave

Shop 1, 6-8 North Street, Woorim, Bribie Island 0498 840 761

Bribie Island Taxi Service

Quality Service First Time On Time Every Time!

(07) 3408 9700

Surf Life Saving Club

Ac Beac h

k (4WD Only) rac sT ces

WW2 Bunker Rotary Park

North St

Depo on Verdoni St

Edwin Schrag Memorial Park

House of Happiness

Boyd St

Bribie Island Retreat and Recreation Centre

Arcadia Ave

WOORIM First Ave

Skirmish Point

Golden Age Centre

Fairway Ave

WOODY BAY

Bribie Island Golf Club

Bribie Island Memorial Gardens

07 3408 2833

The Famous Fish & Chips Shop Rosie's Tasty Chicken

Famous Sausages

Armitage

St

Order Your Xmas Ham Now

Protea Dr

SES Base

www.woorimmeats.com

Bribie Island Tigers Football Club Recreational Hall

Cotterill Ave

Jasmin Dr

3408 2099

Bribie Island Bulldogs Australian Football Club

Bald Point

Bribie Island Warrigals Rugby League Club Ian Fairweather Park

Park ‘n’ Ride

Goodwin Dr

b

els W

Chamber of Commerce Pk

ade

Library

WW2 Storage Bunker

History Sails

N

a St Bany t bul S Toor

t

St s S r F owe p S d or

RED BEACH

St

Ave

e

Air Force Pk Heritage Plaques Waterfront Walk

t ulu S

Retirement Village

ly

Dr

e Av

a yP

Bribie Island State School

Welsby Par ad

e ad

r

pt St

Retirement Village

r St

le

Benabrow Ave

BONGAREE

te Webs

Allamand a

tt Wa

RA

Bribie Island State High School

Aquatic Leisure Centre

RSL

Tu l

Bribie Island Shopping Centre

Firs t

unity ebowl

Buckley’s Hole Bird Hide

alking Monument History of Bribie

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON THEBIS MAP!

Be

an

nR

d

T

throughout the month!

0448 932 484

P

an tm

d nR

st Ea

Be

s

NE

17,000 copies printed & delivered

Ea

st

N OI

Food & drink

Parks

Supplies

Commercial

Local Industry

Services

Residential B

Schools

Toilets

Picnic area

Dogs allowed

Post office

Information centre Telephone

Beach shower

On leash only

Fire station

Service station

Caravan park

Boat ramp

No dogs allowed

Police station

Wheelchair accessible

BRIBIE PONTOONS

FRUIT BARN

(Next to McDonalds) • 3408 1179

Ambulance station

BBQ area

Wright’s Coolgarra Ave, Bongaree

S LAR 0499 642 701

South Point

Sandstone Point

stm

Bribie Island Inquiries on

Bongaree Jetty

Brennan Pk Seaside Museum Viewpoint of Pioneer Sail Bribie Jetty Buckley’s Hole 100th Anniversary Stone Matthew Flinders Amateur Fishermans Association of Monument Queensland Inc.

Bribie Bridge 50th Anniversary Stones

the bribie islander

17 First Avenue, Bribie Island 07 3408 4188 www.bongareevillage.com.au/ village-deli-bongaree

07 3408 3822

sales@bribiepontoons.com.au 169 First Avenue Bribie Island Qld 4507

www.bribiepontoons.com.au

3410 0221 Pizza - Pasta - Risotto Beers and Wines Overlooking the Sea!

0425 477 639

Shop 9/9 Toorbul Street, Bongaree, Bribie Island!

Bikes, Sport Apparels, Sport Shoes, Football Swimwear and accessories

3139 1331

BEPPIE'S PICTURE FRAMING 3408 0654 38 SPOWERS ST, BONGAREE

34 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

HI-TECH GYMNASIUM A GREAT ASSET FOR AGED CARE FACILITY

By Neil Wilson

pressure, each of the machines in the gymnasium are computer monitored and are connected via the internet to a main data base in Sydney. On arrival at the gym, any person who uses the equipment is issued with a card which is programmed with their individual exercise needs and, when they go to a machine, they just have to place the card on the reader attached and this will allow the particular piece of equipment to adjust itself to suit the user.

The new equipment was installed at the Bribie Island facility five weeks ago and Craig told me that, due to it’s noninvasive and easy to operate nature, the residents really enjoy their time at the gym. ‘Age is no barrier when it comes to using this equipment,’ Craig said. ‘The oldest resident who comes here is 106 years old and she finds everything easy

to use. This is one of three gyms with this type of equipment and is actually the biggest,’ he added.

All the new equipment was only able to be provided because of the amazing generosity of local organisation, Busy Fingers and Craig informed me that the name of the facility will be “Busy’s Gym.” ‘They are as excited about all this as we are,’ said Craig. ‘We couldn’t have done this without them so it is only fitting that we name the gym in recognition of their help,’ he said.

While I was at the gym, quite a number of residents came for their exercise and I have to say that they all seemed to be enjoying their routines while listening to the music that was constantly playing in the background.

Physiotherapist Craig Wilson monitoring the resident’s exercise programs Allied Health physiotherapist Craig Wilson is a firm believer in the relationship between correct exercise and the improvement in the quality of life for residents of aged care facilities. Craig oversees the physiotherapy programs for five sites and as one of these is the Churches of Christ facility in Foley Street at Bongaree, he was eager for me to see just how this centre is providing the very best of programs to lessen the chance of injuries such as falls through strengthening exercises.

Craig invited me to visit this venue so he could show me the gymnasium which is equipped with the very latest in hitech equipment that is manufactured in Finland by HUR. Those initials stand for Helsinki University Research and this equipment, which is all capable of being adjusted by altering the amount of air pressure that flows from an air compressor, is the result of very extensive research by that organisation.

As well as being unique due to the resistance being controlled by air

A busy time at the new gym

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”

AUSTRALIA INLAND HEART

Leisure

LAST BREATH

W.H. Davies (Pub. 1911)

Hazel Cameron (King)

Hazel Cameron (King)

What is this life if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare.

No time to stand beneath the boughs And stare as long as sheep or cows.

No time to see, when woods we pass, Where squirrels hide their nuts in grass.

No time to see, in broad daylight, Streams full of stars, like skies at night.

No time to turn at Beauty’s glance, And watch her feet, how they can dance.

No time to wait till her mouth can Enrich that smile her eyes began.

A poor life this if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare.

Lines etched deeply across weather-beaten brow, A lifetime of experience showing on a care-worn face.

Red heart of Australia.....

Barren of all but some sturdy native trees.

In spite of its apparent aridness Tough bush grasses Seeking a tenuous hold on the deep red soil, Somehow drawing enough moisture from this hot, dry land To survive and cover part of the landscape.

A tall monolith jutting skywards In layers of multi-coloured shades of red, Seemingly barren, but on closer inspection Pale green vegetation clinging tenaciously to the monolith, As it breaks a jagged cut Across a blue sky paled by the haze of the midday sun.

And in the foreground A large mound of dark red soil Pock marked by some unknown foragers, Different size apertures indicating many living creatures Hiding from the heat and creating a home within this large mound.

Although apparently void of any living thing It soon becomes obvious that life abounds in Australia - Inland heart

Caring too much for the well being of a child.....

Reaching out a frail hand Skin translucent With brown spots of age.

Rocking gently in the afternoon sun Watching myriad coloured skies

as the sinking sun sets the clouds afire.

Reflecting on past times some joyful some sad some poignant.

She rests her head against the timbered chair.

Thoughts of yesteryear Bringing a whimsical smile to a face which is an artist’s dream.

And as the fiery sun fades slowly from the skies, In ever increasing darkness she draws her last breath and dies.....

Did you know? You can now drop in your classified adverts into our office at Bongaree Arcade Shop 9 Behind Cafe By The Sea! See page 61.

THE ONLY PAPER WITH AN OFFICE ON BRIBIE!

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

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

friends forever

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 35

By Nikita Chee

Selah Are you okay with who you are? Are you content with what you’ve got? Is what you are doing enough? These questions are some of life’s most important pit stops; it is often here that lives become forever altered in the wake of a decision.

have those things we are straight away onto our next desire and/or goal. Part of this is a good thing as we live out our natural instinct to dream and then create which is very healthy and rather wonderful. At the expense of true rest, however, I believe this to be an endless cycle of emptiness and dissatisfaction.

Dearest Islanders, I have to be completely honest with you. While the last few years of my life have been exciting and colourful as new avenues are walked down and adventures had, I have to say that it has also been stressful and at times confusing. Mostly I bring it down to trying to navigate my way through getting a balance of living in the moment whilst planning for the future; the latter being the source of most frustration.

There is a large expectation out there for young people to get their act together and do things that make sense. And this makes sense. Although, I don’t believe having sense is made sense in our crucial years! Does that make sense? School is fantastic, and is a great blessing when it comes to being literate and able to manipulate numeracy for day-to-day purposes, however, I feel there is a grey area of practical life skills that are not included in curriculum. Fortunately, I have parents who have sewn a lot of heart and people-wisdom into their children

which have equipped us for some of life’s most important dealings. However, I still feel that the community lacks the right kind of approaches to teaching and training young people to enter the world successfully.

As a whole, there seems to be a driving force that says you need to be achieving more, earning more, doing more, being more. No one has ever actually said that

to me; not one of my closest friends nor family has communicated this, though, there seems to be a constant nagging feeling that you don’t understand enough nor are prepared enough for life.

When will we be satisfied? When we have this kind of house; when I have the perfect career; when the right person comes along; when I finish study; when I’m retired. Yet, it seems to be when we

Therefore, today Bribie Islanders I have the intent purpose of telling you that whatever place you are at in your life, you’re doing alright and that you’re on the right track. Dream your dreams and work hard to achieve them, but don’t forget to pause. Pause to look back on how far you’ve come, pause to absorb all the goodness’ around you and pause to recalibrate on the amazing journey ahead.

It is here in these moments of ‘selah’ or moments of praise that contentedness, joy and satisfaction is yours.

P.s Thank you very much to Di Wiseman of Sandstone Point for her encouraging comment in last month’s issue. In fact, thank you to everyone who has encouraged the articles thus fat; it is my pleasure to share with you the kinds of things I’m learning as well as celebrate this beautiful place we live in called Bribie.

BUILDING APPROVALS TOWN PLANNING APPLICATIONS POOL COMPLIANCE

We offer a variety of services including pre-lodgement and lodgement meetings, onsite visits and free quotes. Each building approval is tailored to site specific conditions.

• • • • • •

Online Building Approvals Council Applications Pool Certification & Compliance Domestic Outbuildings Demolition Permits & Removal Buildings Alterations & Additions

General enquiries: info@moretonbaybc.com.au Phone: 0447 123 879 www.moretonbaybc.com.au

36 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

By Philip Arlidge

THE BRIBIE WINELANDER The Yarra Valley was one of the first areas in Australia to be cultivated for wine production in 1838 and the first in Victoria. The Ryrie Brothers took up a grazing license of 43,000 acres and planted two varietals, The Black Cluster of Hamburg and Sweetwater. In 1850 the property was acquired by Swiss born Paul de Castella and the property was developed into a major wine centre for the region. In 1861 the vineyard won The Argus Gold Cup for the best vineyard in Victoria and in 1863 Hubert de Castella established St. Huberts Winery and Guillame de Pury founded Yerinberg two wineries that are recognised today for producing outstanding wines. In 1889 Yering Station won the grand prix at The Exposition Universelle, the only time a winery in the southern hemisphere has ever done so.

However things were going to take a downturn by the turn of the century when a combination of the grapevine root disease phylloxera and changing drinking habits impacted on the region and by 1937 there were no vineyards in the region just dairy farming. Phylloxera is a bug that attacks the roots of the vines and devastated the French wine industry in the 1800’s only being rescued by phylloxera resistant root stock brought from The Americas, which is why there are some areas of South Australia that claim to have the oldest Shiraz vines in the world despite the Australian wine industry being fairly young compared to

Europe.

In 1936 Reg Egan founded Wantirna Estate and the wine industry once again started up in The Yarra Valley with plantings such as Crouchon, Pedro Ximinez and Dolcetto, varieties largely unknown in Australia at this time. In 1969 a botanist called Dr. Bailey Carrodus planted 12 hectares at the foot of The Warramate Hills naming his vineyard Yarra Yering and this rekindled the area as a serious wine growing region.

Dr. Baily Carrodus already had a degree in horticulture and attended The Roseworthy Agricultural College in South Australia to gain a second degree in winemaking. Although Roseworthy is no longer involved in teaching winemaking, this having moved to Adelaide, the main hall there carries many famous Australian winemaker’s names around the ceiling reminding us of the importance of this college.

Legend has it that for the next few years his students in the botany department made many field trips into The Yarra valley studying the flora, topography and soils as he looked for the perfect site to establish his vineyard and plantings started in 1969, the varieties being based on his desire to copy the French regions of Bordeaux, The Rhone Valley and Burgundy an influence that remains to this day long after he has gone.

The wines of Yarra Yering are elegant, complex and powerful with ability to

Downunder Water Bores A Local Bribie based business!

We solve the hole problem

Specialising in: Sand Spear Installation Sand Spear Repairs and Refurbishment Pump Installations Pump Repairs Irrigation Systems Submersible Pump Supplies Water Bore Development Bore Stain Removal Landscaping

For more information on your water needs, call Steve now on 0467 355 079 to book your free inspection.

FRANK MOSES PHOTOGRAPHY Family Portraits & Pets | Beach & Scenic Shots

Come and see us at the Brennan Park Markets (First three Sundays of each month) REALLY GOOD RATES FOR LOCALS! 0477 774 989 Postal Service Available

cellar for many years and are simply labelled Dry Red No. 1 a Bordeaux blend, Dry Red No 2 a Northern Rhone blend, The Dry White No. 1 a Chardonnay, a Pinot Noir and a Merlot.

In August 2016 the current winemaker, Sarah Crowe, was awarded one of the industry’s highest honours being named

by James Halliday at The Qantas epiQure Halliday Wine Companion Awards and she will continue the tradition that Dr. Bailey Carrodus started in 1969 with the first plantings at Yarra Yering. Sarah joined the team in 2013 as winemaker having spent a number of years judging at wine shows expanding her palate and knowledge of industry trends, she also spent some time at Brokenwood in the Hunter valley where she initially worked in the vineyard, her philosophy is “drink less, but drink better” Yarra Yering wines can be found at most premium liquor outlets including Dan Murphy’s, or on line at the winery, a worthy investment to those who are looking for wines made traditionally and a style that will last for many years.

Other notable wineries from the region include Balgownie Estate, Coldsteam Hills, De Bortoli, Domain Chandon, Giant Steps, Oakridge, Rochford, St. Huberts, Yering Station and Yerinberg, if you are visiting Victoria make sure to visit this area which is about 1 hour north of Melbourne where many of the vineyards also have first class restaurants.

Perhaps Naz and Shamim can put together this hangover cure at their Woorim Chemist shop if golf doesn’t get in the way. It is from The London Mirror newspaper of 1824.

Take one teaspoon of the tincture on colomba, one teaspoon of the tincture of cascarilla, one teaspoon of the compound tincture of gentian, a wine glass full of the infusion of quassia, and twenty drops of elixir of vitriol; mix and take twice or thrice a day, and have a jug of cold water dashed over the head every morning on coming out of bed, and the feet bathed in warm water every night. Continue this for six or eight weeks. Dr. Roth of Swinmunde has succeeded with this remedy in completely curing many poor creatures, both men and women, who were actually killing themselves by continually tippling and drunkenness.

Let us hope it may be equally successful in this country (or on Bribie)

Bribie Homebrew ‘n

’ Bits

For all your home brewing needs 50 VERDONI STREET • 3408 7260 Service Centre Bribie Island

We do roadworthy inspections and mechanical repairs!

Bongaree 155 First Avenue 07 3408 3433 07 3408 0340 First Avenue Mon-Fri 8:00am to 4:30pm Sat-Sun Closed

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

Sponsored by THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 37

thebribieislander

The Treatment, Punishment and Diagnosis of Mental Illness Throughout History.

By Veronica Mercer, (Mental Health Accredited Social Worker) •p sychiatric hospital settings,

“Mental health is nothing to be ashamed of, but stigma and bias shame us all” -Bill Clinton

• s tate and territory specialized community mental health care services, • s tate and territory specialized residential mental health care services.

•c ommunity settings such as supported accommodation, and

Lunatic asylums have; thankfully; gone out of fashion, with many closed, only in the last couple of decades.

• s ocial housing programs.

The Australian Government funds a range of mental health-related services through the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS), and the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)/Repatriation Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (RPBS).

The popular view in ancient cultures was that madness was caused by evil spirits. In the Bible’s Old Testament, or the Jewish Torah, evil spirits and divine punishment were considered causes of mental disorders.

The Australian Government also funds a range of mainstream programs and services which provide essential support for people with mental illness.

Islamic societies and in Chinese society belief was in possession and spirits and some kind of punishment was widespread,” Professor Scull said.

Superstitious views about spirits and demons persisted, especially within the Christian texts. Jesus on several occasions is portrayed as casting demons out and devils out of bodies. He is supposed to have cast as many as five devils out of Mary Magdalene.

By the 18th century, most people have adopted a medical perspective on “madness” and see it rooted in the same general kinds of pathology as illness … a mix because medicine was holistic at that time, and it incorporated both the realm of the psychological and the physical.

The 19th and 20th centuries, saw the western world accepting that mental disorders were akin to medical illnesses.

The attempts to remedy mental illness was through medical experiments that now would be deemed as torture. This incorporated simulating near death experiences, like drownings.

“Madness’ was viewed as a desperate condition, that any kind of desperate remedy could be used. The practice throughout the ages has been that “madness” could only be cured by simulating a near death experience, such as drowning.

Community attitudes towards mental illness in Australia have been complex and contradictory over the past 150 years, with public discourse demonstrating a mixture of both fear and concern. Widespread social attitudes and values of colonial Australians influenced how people suffering from mental health issues were perceived by the community. Hard work, individual effort and virtuous living promised to bring success and security to individuals able to live up to these ideals. People who did not, particularly those considered ‘insane’, were seen to be responsible for their illness due to moral weakness and personal deficiency.

The civil rights movement of the 1960s and 1970s raised awareness of the rights of minority groups, including people with mental illness. In 1977, the Queensland Department of Health established the Office of the Patients’ Friend to advocate

These include; for individual rights including the right to be consulted about treatment, the right to be protected from abuse, and the right to be free from unnecessary controls.

The concept of ‘recovery’ is an emerging paradigm in mental health services that focuses not on a patient being ‘cured’, but of individuals living meaningful lives with mental illness.

Recovery acknowledges that having a mental illness does not necessarily mean lifelong deterioration. It aims to focus on an individual’s journey toward a sense of identity, role and purpose beyond the boundaries of mental illness. The recovery approach focuses on the person experiencing improved quality of life and higher levels of functioning despite their illness, rather than solely on reduced symptoms or the need for treatment (historycooperative.org).

History of Mental Health Care in Australia Early 1800’s • Opening of Australian Lunatic Asylum Castle Hill NSW • Mental illness viewed as madness and related to ‘bad blood’ or character flaws, not illness • Management was custodial and by physical restraint, isolation and control

•M ale attendants remain untrained

• i ncome support,

•M edical superintendents start training staff

• s ocial and community support,

• I ntroduction of female staff considered

•w orkforce participation programs, and •h ousing assistance. (MHSA 2016)

The 1950’s to 1960’s •E xpanded nursing curricula •C ommencement of specialisation in nursing • I llness approach to mental health problems •C urative focus •M ajor tranquilisers developed •P harmaceutical management rather than physical restraint possible •B eginning of nurses working therapeutically with clients individually and groups The 1970’s to 1980’s • Scaling down/closing of psychiatric institutions • Smaller units in general hospitals • Increase in community based care • Reduction in length of stay in inpatient units • Significant numbers of people never admitted to hospital yet well managed

• Little emphasis on treatment

Current Day

• Staffed by untrained care assistants

• Significant numbers of people never admitted to hospital yet well managed

Mid to Late 1800’s • Medical superintendents in charge

• People receiving care within own family and community setting

• Philosophy increasingly one of humane care

• Least restrictive environment possible

• Overcrowding often resulted in custodial management

•d isability services,

• Mainstreaming (health.qld.gov.au) 2017 in Australia

• Act of Parliament sends people with mental illness to asylum rather than prison -1867

State and territory governments fund and deliver public sector mental health services that provide specialist care for people with severe mental illness.

The 1900’s • Separation of mental illness and ‘mental retardation’

These include specialized mental health care delivered in; • public acute

There have been huge shifts in community and government’s attitudes toward mental health, it has stepped out of the darkness and now it is talked about and incorporated into the overall wellbeing that allows us to function and participate as an active member of society.

It’s important to understand that wellbeing is distinct from happiness, which can come and go, whereas wellbeing is a consistent state of wellness, satisfaction and contentment.

In Australia, many of us work and strive to improve our wellbeing and quality of life, and that of our families.

Mental illness isn’t a uniquely modern phenomenon. The genetic influences that stand behind some types of mental illnesses, along with the physical and chemical assaults that can spark illnesses in some people, have always been part of human life. But the ways in which impacted people are treated by their peers, as well as the help ill people might get from their doctors, has undergone a significant amount of revision (Dual diagnosis.org).

Today mental health is better understood and there are more appropriate resources to treat and manage it. We all know someone who has battled depression, anxiety, grief or some form of trauma.

Today we have legislation that supports the individual dealing with a mental illness, we have specialized professionals who understand and are passionate about helping those experiencing mental illness. The mind shift from society now makes it okay to access appropriate services and to talk about mental health issues. It may have taken over a hundred years, but it has happened.

38 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

JB CARAVANS DISCOUNTED FOR END 20' 6" DREAMLINE

59,990

$

19' 9" DREAMLINE BUNK VAN

63,990

$

22' DIRT ROADER BUNK VAN

74,000

$

16' DREAMLINE VAN

49,990

$

20' 6" DREAMLINE

61,990

$

20' 6" DIRT ROADER RECLINER VAN

69,990

$

Unit 2/59-61 Learjet Drive, Caboolture Ph: 1300 067 466 • (07) 5432 3929

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JB CARAVANS OF FINANCIAL YEAR 2011 LA VISTA IBZA

37,990

$

2011 ADVENTURE CARAVANS STRESLECKI

45,000

$

2014 MILLARD LONGREACH SEABREEZE

54,990

$

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

ALL STOUSED MUS CK T GO !

SALE

2015 CRUSADER EXCALIBUR

61,990

$

2009 LOTUS CARAVANS SPRINT

34,990

$

2006 SUPREME SPIRIT

11,990

$

www.jbcaravanssc.com.au Email: sales@jbcaravanssc.com.au

| 39

40 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

Bribie Island Soccer Football Club

Kyra’s an Inspiration to Our Youth We congratulate her on receiving this award and hope this inspires other teenagers across the Bribie Island community. Being a part of this great game, can really make a difference.

Our football family welcomes any other people who are interested in volunteering.

With over 200 players each weekend, there is always a way people can give us a hand. We not only have people who help us in the canteen, but there are opportunities to also get real skills that would help in the real world, such as event planning, facility management, marketing, administration and business management.

It doesn’t matter if you have 2 hours, 2 days or something more regular, come on down and join our team of volunteers. We would love to have you on board. Contact us on Facebook or at committee@ bribieislandfc.com.au

Kyra working with our 3-5 years olds

Kyra Brunt

Longman resident Kyra Brunt has been awarded 2017 Longman Youth Volunteer of the Year award at a local ceremony at the Dakabin State High School on Friday 12 May 2017. The award was presented

by Susan Lamb, Federal MP for Longman and Mark Ryan, Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Minister for Corrective Services and State MP for Morayfield.

Nominated by the Bribie Island Tigers Soccer Football Club, this award acknowledges the amount of work Kyra devotes to the club and the community.

Club president John Aldous said the club couldn’t be prouder of Kyra’s achievement. Her efforts help us to bring a local competition to our community each and every weekend.

“At 15 years of age, Kyra is a great ambassador and role model for our club,” John said. “In addition to playing herself, she coordinates a regular session for our youngest players (3 to 5 year olds), and helps out anytime she can, embedding that sense of community into all she does.”

Kyra as Miniroos Coach

Kyra coaching Miniroos

Do you have a good Are you a non for profit group local story or news that that needs some support?

Bribie Islander is here to help! See page you would like us The 61 for contact details. to print in this THE Community Magazine? BRIBIE ISLANDER SHOP LOCAL, SPEND LOCAL & SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES!

HAVE YOU SEEN OUR

FR

THE MINI

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support Our Local Economy

BRIBIE

EE

| 1

ISLANDER

COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

ISSUE 05 | MAY / JUN 2017

MINI?

BRIBIE’S UNIQUE VIEWS

WE MAKE POOLS FUN

Look out for Issue 05 due out on the 17th of June!

15% cheaper than your current advertising* THE

The Mini Bribie Islander is the sister publication of The Bribie Islander in the form of an A4 size gloss magazine, published two weeks after the main paper.

RICK - 0400 973 666

!

POOL SUPPLIES, ON-SITE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Karen Campbell

0419 142 744

41 BENABROW AVE | PHONE 3408 6246

Cover photo: Grip N Rip Photography Shane T. Reynolds.

BRIBIE ISLANDER Call the Team on

0448 932 484

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 41

WAS THIS THE FIRST?

By Neil Wilson

that the idea of starting a newspaper entered Robert’s mind and, a short time later, what is possibly the first edition of a publication with the name of “The Bribie Islander” was printed. ‘I bought a typewriter and had it converted to single space so that it would be suitable for a newspaper and, because I couldn’t type, my daughter and her friends used to type out the articles under our house in the evenings,’ Robert said. ‘I always made sure that everything in the paper was to do with local people and issues.

Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to get many advertisements so it was hard to cover costs,’ he added.

Elizabeth and Robert Read I suppose that it is probably the natural desire of someone who is a qualified printer to be able to produce their very own newspaper and for experienced letterpress printer Robert Read, that desire came to fruition, if only for a short time.

Robert Read grew up in Sydney and learned the printing trade as an apprentice at Land Newspapers after which he was employed at a number of printing firms and newspapers in New South Wales until moving to Queensland in 1976. At one time, Robert worked at the Nerandera Argus, a small country publication in NSW with a total distribution of 920 copies. He explained to me that one very unusual piece of equipment that he encountered at the

Argus was the “Ball of String.” ‘This string was made up of two colours, the first very long section was green and this was used to measure how many advertisements were needed,’ Robert said. ‘Once the green ran out then came the white section and that was used to calculate the editorial content. If that string ran out, it didn’t matter whether you needed more room to fit in an article, there was just no more space available,’ he told me.

When Robert and his wife Elizabeth came to Queensland, they settled at Woody Point on the Redcliffe Peninsula and Robert gained employment as a printer in the commercial section of the Redcliffe Herald. He worked there until making the decision to set up a small printing business on Bribie Island. It was then

Robert said that he believes that the biggest mistake that he made with his paper was not having it home delivered.

‘I printed 2,000 copies and distributed them to newsagents, hotels and some shops,’ he explained. ‘The Bribie Islander was only published six times before Robert closed the business due to a problem with Elizabeth’s health. He returned to work at the Herald and stayed there until, Quest took over and his services as a commercial printer were no longer required. He was transferred to the Courier Mail and, even though there was actually work for him to do, his employers had a no redundancies policy so e would spend each day from 6am until 2pm doing nothing. Naturally, someone with a keen work ethic and Robert’s ability was not going to be able to continue with this charade soo, after six weeks, Robert left the job.

The next few years, Robert worked for various printing firms until, due to constantly inhaling fumes from the chemicals associated with his trade, his health suffered and he retired. Still keen to be involved in printing in some way, he spent a considerable amount of time each week at the Caboolture Historical Village maintaining the machines and explaining them to visitors. As there are a number of people who are enthusiasts of the printing methods used in years gone by. On several occasions Robert has been asked to teach the art of letterpress printing and he tells me that he is more than happy to continue passing on his skills to those who are keen to learn. In fact, he has been doing this for some time and two of his pupils now have their own letterpress business creating unique wedding invitations and the like.

After spending quite some time talking to Robert, his passion for what was his career and is now obviously his hobby becomes evident and I really enjoyed hearing about the parts of his life’s experiences that my time allowed.

Elizabeth told me that Robert also dabbles in oil painting and I daresay that he probably attacks that with the same passion and commitment that resulted in him being a true craftsman of the letterpress printing trade.

If anyone can remember Robert’s newspaper from 1978/1979 or knows of an earlier publication which was called “The Bribie Islander” we would like to hear from you.

Shop 1/124 Goodwin Bongaree, Bribie Island (Near Aldi)

Seniors’ Winter Special

Book with Jenni this Winter on Tue, Thurs or Fri for this amazing deal.

Colour & Trim

48

$

ONLY

* Price based on short hair or regrowth. Long hair extra. Must show seniors card. Please mention special deal when making appointment.

GENTS Cut throat neck shave and hot towel treatment with all cuts

Opening Hours: Mon 9 - 1 • Tues 9 to late by appointment Wed 9 - 4.30 • Thurs 9 to late by appointment Fri 9 - 4.30 • Sat TBA

Offering

Free Wi-Fi Complimentary iPad tablets Air Conditioned Friendly Family Salon Complimentary Beverages upon arrival Thursday Wine & Cheese Platter Night

42 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

Bribie Island

S LAR

Solar Sky Light

(no roof hole needed)

WE CAN INSTALL! • No restrictions in where light is located in house • No leaks in roof, common in conventional sky-lights • Different light intensity depending on room size

ONLY 1 SCREW AND YOU HAVE AN OUTDOOR SENSOR LIGHT! NO CABLES!

ROOF SPACE TOO HOT?

BUY A SOLAR ROOF FAN!!

WE CAN INSTALL! • Tilt panel 15 year warranty, locates on most roof tops • Long-life fan motor 10 year warranty • Quiet operation • Operates even when cloudy and can extract 2300 cubic metres of air per hour

Electric Water Heaters

Replace your hot water system and win a free solar sky light worth $295 (not inc fitting)

• Ideal pathway or garden lighting • Motion sensor senses movement and light switches on • Simple DIY installation only 1 screw

WE CAN INSTALL!

• Cost effective • Can be connected to off-peak tariff • 7 year warranty

WE CAN INSTALL!

BEHIND 'CAFE BY THE SEA' IN THE ARCADE 9/9 Toorbul Street, Bongaree, Bribie Island, 4507

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 43

Bribie Island

S LAR

SOLAR HOT WATER REBATES ARE STILL AVAILABLE CALL NOW!

✔ Local Family Run Business ✔ Bribie Based ✔ Fully Qualified CEC Plumber ✔ We look After Our Customers ✔ We Do a Great Job ✔ We Clean Up ✔ 7 Year Warranty

BEHIND ‘CAFE BY THE SEA’ IN THE ARCADE 9/9 Toorbul Street, Bongaree, Bribie Island, 4507

0499 642 701

44 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

DUSKY MOORHEN

By Marj Webber

Gallinula tenebrosa Sitting on eggs in nest of reeds A very common sight around the lagoons and fresh waterways on Bribie Island are the Dusky Moorhens. They are a medium sized blackish water fowl (34-38 cm) belonging to the rail family. The most noticeable feature on the moorhen is the red face shield and the red beak which is tipped with yellow. Their legs and webless toes are reddish yellow and at the back of their tails they have two, white, narrow triangular strips. Moorhead tails are in constant motion, flicking up and down as they walk and feed on land close to water.

In the water the white patches are clearly visible as they swim and forage for food.

Aquatic plants, molluscs, insects and small fish form the main part of their diet.

The Purple Swamphen is a similar bird with a red beak but does not have the face shield and is quite a bit larger with bluish-purple feathers on the body and one large white triangle at the back of its tail instead of the two strips. The Eurasian

Disagreement

Coot is similar in shape and colouring but with a white beak and face markings instead of the red.

When feeding in the water Dusky Moorhens do not dive for food as some waterbirds do. Instead they upend, similar to a Pacific Black Duck, and search for food under the surface. Feeding is done during the day and at night the birds roost off the ground in shrubs or low branches on trees.

Breeding is from August to February. They may breed as a pair or breed collectively in a group of up to seven birds. In this case all birds in the group help with the nest building, incubation and rearing the young. A group usually consists of one to three males to each female. The females mate with all males in the group.

Nests are built in the reeds just above the surface of the water. The reeds are pulled down and flattened to form a platform and up to eight eggs are laid by the females in

Dusky Moorhen

the group. Eggs are light tan with darker spots and splotches. Incubation takes 19-24 days with all group members taking turns on the nest.

When the eggs hatch a busy time begins for the group parents. The chicks need to be fed constantly and if there is a large brood it is a case of many hands make light work. The intensive feeding continues for four weeks and all feeding stops after about nine weeks when the chicks are expected to feed themselves.

In October last year when travelling north I observed a nest on a manmade lagoon near Gympie where a parent bird was sitting on a clutch of eggs. Five days later when I returned there were several tiny chicks swimming about and being fed by the parent moorhens. The chicks were constantly demanding food and the adult birds were working hard to keep up with the demand.

Moorhens are interesting to observe.

They are always wary and quick to run to cover when they feel threatened.

Many disagreements occur and a lot of squabbling goes on between the adult birds. They are often seen bathing and flapping their wings and afterwards preening one another. When in danger or angry they run across the water or ground flapping their wings and screeching loudly.

Predators such as dogs, dingos, wild cats and foxes are a threat to their well being.

The natural habitat of Dusky Moorhens is quickly dwindling but they have adjusted well to manmade environments in urban areas. In most cities in eastern Australia and in the south west of Western Australia you will find them occupying the waterways and grassy areas nearby. They are also found in Indonesia and PNG. The Scientific name Gallinula tenebrosa means – dark little hen.

Feeding the Chicks

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 45

S

46 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

We will come to your house and train you on emails, web browsing, how to use your computer, set-up your printer and any other devices!

FREE CALL 1800 635 758 PEST MANAGEMENT & CARPET CLEANING

FULL RANGE OF ACCREDITATIONS

• AVAILABLE 24 HOURS* • HEALTH CARE CARD DISCOUNT 25%

When It Doesn’t Work Or You Don’t Know How! CALL OR TEXT:

0417 716 747

*CONDITIONS APPLY

Full Range Of Products Locally Owned & Operated Fully Licensed & Insured - Lic No 2922 PO Box 1314 Bongaree 4507 • exitpestmanagement@live.com.au

PARTS SHOP OPEN PEDDERS $28 BRAKES STEERING AND SUSPENSION CHECK SUSPENSION

STEERING

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

BRAKES

GVM UPGRADES

UNSURE IF YOUR CARAVAN OR TRAILER TOWING COMBINATION IS SAFE AND LEGAL? CALL PEDDERS TODAY FOR A PEDDERS TOWING AND LOAD ASSESSMENT

Tel: (07) 5498 9333

E: caboolture@pedders.com.au Unit A 22-24 Aerodrome Rd Caboolture

• Caravans, campers, trailers and motor home repairs • Extensive variety of spare parts in stock • Awning supply, installation and repairs • Waeco and dometic fridges • Insurance and warranty repairs • Authorised Jayco agent

2/13 Armitage St, Bribie Island Phone 3408 0100 Email: steve@allterrainrvrepairs.com.au

Committed to Safer Motoring

12 Years on Bribie!

Bribie Car Care has been servicing the locals for over 12 years, they are based at 4 Armitage Street Bribie Island. They offer servicing from as little as $149! They also have many specials that offer discounted rates and more deals to keep you happy.

They can provide you with a courtesy car available free of charge as one of their customers. They even offer a free local pick of your vehicle from work or home to enable your servicing experience as ‘too easy’.

Talking to Adam he said ‘Our business is based on customer satisfaction along with all the up to date high Tech equipment that we have invested in.

We are here to help’.

The business started with Scott in 2004 and is now a family run concern by Scott and Adam with other family members making Six full time fully qualified mechanics and staff.

They are ready to service your vehicle with excellent customer focus, after all your business is there business! Call them now for an excellent all round servicing experience!

Servicing from $149 Fixed Price Servicing Free Courtesy Car Free Pick Up & Drop Off Pensioner Discounts Available Scott and Adam Bribie Car Care - 3408 4477

BRIBIE ISLAND Dedicated to providing you with the service you want

• All types of tyres • Courtesy Car • Log Book Servicing • Fleet Care • Air Conditioning Servicing & Repairs • Free 24 Hr Roadside Assistance* • Caravan Maintenance & Servicing • 6 Month 10,000 km Nationwide Warranty on All Repairs • Safety Certificate

OPEN

Monday to Friday 8am to 5.30pm

Saturday 8am to 12noon for all Servicing & Repairs

FREE AIR CONDITIONER PERFORMANCE TEST (MEN TION THIS AD)

Make sure your vehicle is safe.

Call today to book for your safety check.

Ph 3410 1100 Fax 3410 1751 Shed 1-4, 183 First Ave, Bongaree

Email: bribieisland@ultratune.com.au Web www.ultratune.com.au AU25199

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 47

HELLY’S CELEBRITIES OF THE 20TH CENTURY

THE HUMBLE PHENOMENON THAT IS SIR MICHAEL CAINE

Helly Kemp Since ALFIE in 1966 he may have starred in over 115 movies which have grossed over $7.8 billion world-wide and received six Academy Award nominations, two of which he won, but more amazing still is that in April 2017, happily married for 44 years and aged 84, Michael Caine’s newest comedy-crime film, GOING IN STYLE, with Morgan Freeman has just been released.

Michael is now ranked as the 12th highest grossing box office star, a film icon in his own lifetime. What a long way the 37-yearold actor I first interviewed in 1970 has come, not just in fortune, but very much so in attitudes – fidelity, male-female relationships, money and status.

So 47 years ago at his Langans London Restaurant, the Cockney actor with the cool wit and wry demeanour, but quite a hell raiser with his mates Sean Connery, Roger Moore and Richard Burton and Peter O’Toole, assured me that the woman in his life would never know how much he earned, write a cheque or know anything about his business. She would get Christmas presents at Easter or in November and he would never mark an occasion in love.

The man whose screen idol was Humphrey Bogart, talked of the ideal woman, he believed, he would never find, yet insisted that it was worth searching for a dream.

But, I knew that Michael deep down was a romantic in the most old-fashioned classical sense.

And as I predicted, his attitudes changed when he encountered the “Guyanese Goddess,” as she was referred to, his future wife, the magnificent Shakira Baksh, whom he married in 1973 and who, in 1967 had won 3rd place in the Miss World contest. A top model, fashion designer, writer and actress, she was one of the 10 best-dressed women in the world in 1985 and amazed the organisers when they discovered her clothes were all her own designs.

But in 1970 women with weak handshakes not just worried Michael immensely, but actually made him squeamish and he disliked overt sexiness and glittery metallic fashions and sequins.

His fetish for cleanliness was widely known as was his emotional insecurity about money, always fearing he might end up poor again – not really surprising as the son of Maurice Micklewhite, a porter at Billingsgate fish market and of Ellen, a charlady. Michael was a pauper at 29 and a millionaire at 30.

As a child he lived in a two room flat with an outside toilet and Michael said it was pure luxury when, in post World War II, the local council moved the family into a small Canadian prefab home in South London,

where he lived for 18 years.

I adored this crazy Londoner from the very first I time interviewed him on the film set of THE LAST VALLEY in Austria in 1970.

What I loved was not just his typically British humour and Cockney accent, but a kind of child-like naivety and innocence that went with everything Michael did. And we got on like a house of fire.

I remember an evening in Newcastle after shooting GET CARTER in 1971, when a 38-year-old Michael and a group of us were walking down the road to a restaurant and for the duration of the walk, Michael, just like a school boy, walked with his right foot on the pavement and his left in the gutter.

And when I used to go to his beautiful, 250 yards Thames river frontage summer house near Windsor, his close friend, Roger Moore, was always the regular visitor.

Michael’s Clewer home had the most extraordinary, gigantic weeping willow right at the water’s edge, with curved benches around the trunk for contemplation or entertaining. Yet you could never get away from the tourist riverboat operators calling out “You’re passing Michael Caine’s home now!”

Michael was extremely proud of the construction of his kitchen central island, something no one did in 1970. I too loved it so much that ever since I have built one into every home I have had. In contrast his Chelsea London flat with its tall ceilings was regal, elegant and traditional.

There was nothing about Michael that made you ever feel you were in the presence of a film star. He always helped so many people and charities and treated you as an equal in the most natural, humble way.

He totally surprised me in 1971, when he had arranged for me to spend ‘A DAY IN THE LIFE OF ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND RICHARD BURTON,’ knowing that for two years I had been unsuccessful in achieving this.

And what could be more humble for a man with a world-renowned name, to be knighted in 1992 by Elizabeth II, as Sir Maurice Joseph Micklewhite CBE, named after his much-loved father, Maurice Micklewhite Snr. In 2016 however, Michael changed his name by deed poll to his long-time stage name to simplify security checks at airports, when guards would greet him with “Hi Michael Caine,” and then stumble, reading a passport saying Maurice Joseph MickIewhite.

I interviewed Michael for the last time in 1986, while he was still living in Los Angeles, but had come to England for shooting THE WHISTLE BLOWER. Sadly, returning to Australia shortly afterwards, I did not keep in touch, something I have always regretted.

Michael loves to talk. So I decided you might enjoy his 1986 self-profile a total contradiction to 1970: “I work all the time with some of the most beautiful women in the world. So I’d better come home to someone who matches up or is better than the girl I’ve been with all day – otherwise, it’s just too tempting.

“I’ve never seen anyone more beautiful than Shakira and she makes friends and gets on so well with all the women I work with and the Hollywood wives, because she doesn’t flaunt her own beauty and treats all women as though they were as beautiful as she is.

And Jackie Collins is her best friend.

“Hollywood is a most vulnerable spot to live in, where relationships change by the hour. But our relationship hasn’t collapsed because we are so intertwined with each other and have built such an armour around ourselves, that outsiders just find it impossible to crack.

“I don’t really know what made me fall in love with Shakira. It was just her.

Everything. You can’t really describe her.

She’s a one-off. I just knew she was right for me from the very first time I saw her on a TV ad and specifically asked to meet her.

It took 10 phone calls before she agreed to meet me.

“Also, women from the East are a little more alluring and mysterious and have that spiritual thing going for them, even if they are not religious. They’re into some kind of future.

“Our relationship is totally extrovert. We discuss everything and anything. And we both work very hard at keeping the relationship exciting.

“Then, when you’ve been together as long as we have and you’re not youngsters, you have a life which is shared – shared experiences which make up an immense part of your life, and so you not only have the presence and the future together, you have a tremendous past to draw on and you develop shorthand in everything. Ours is an ideal relationship.

“I never thought I would, but I certainly have found my dream woman. She is not only beautiful, so elegant, intelligent, loving and kind and a marvellous hostess, but she runs a meticulous home and our nonspoilt daughter, Natasha, who doesn’t get everything she wants.

“We live very quiet lives now and don’t mix much with the show biz crowd. And my Spanish views towards infidelity have strengthened over the years. I don’t believe in open marriages. If you want to fool around, why get married? Just stay single.

A man has no right to get married unless he really feels he will stay faithful to that girl for the rest of his life.

“I used to say you do more for your partner when you’re not married. But when you really love each other you do everything for the other person whether you’re married or not. You can’t compare a 14-year marriage with short relationships when you were single. Mine would last from 2 hours or one night to six months – the longest I could take of anybody.

“We always mark anniversaries now. We’re very big on all that. It’s so much part of an entire family. I have an extremely large family which sometimes includes friends and not even blood relations and everything is marked in a family way. We never miss out. Christmas is massive now. With a child it makes a lot of difference.

“But Shakira and I are not only a married couple, Natasha’s parents, lovers and

friends – we are also a company, MIKIRA, half my name half hers. I’ve never been impressed with women whose only interest in life was me. I like an inquisitive, wellinformed and active girl.

“The best of a working class life for a child is the closeness with the family where any meal is an event with the whole family joining in and where I do a lot of the cooking. Our living room has seating all around the fire, but then becomes a dining room, a bar, a kitchen, again with a central island, all in one massive great room. That way we are all together and I don’t get stuck in the kitchen on my own.

“All my close friends are in England, Europe or New York, but my business manager who also looks after Spielberg and Streisand is American and he never lets me touch my money. Once he’s invested it, that’s the end of it. It’s put into buildings, shopping centres, hotels, stocks and into the bank.

“Success has not changed me for the worse. Yet it has changed me. But then, I was absolutely prepared for success. I had been an unsuccessful actor for 11 years before Alfie and Zulu. So I wasn’t like a 19-year-old pop star, not knowing what to do with $12 million in his hand.

“I’m happier now than I have ever been, although I have always been a happy person at any stage of my life, because I have never gone backwards. You can be happy in a bad state, because that’s how it is and you don’t know any different.

“The real unhappiness, the real misery comes when you‘ve been rich and then become poor again. But to be poor and look upwards, that is okay.”

It is this life-long attitude which has kept Michael not only humble, but has catapulted him onto the road of constant success and security.

1986 LUNCH WITH MICHAEL

Copyright © 2017. (P.S. If any Bribie Islanders wish to INSPECT OUR ROBOTIC MASSAGE SYSTEM, they are most welcome to pop down to Melia Street and take a peek.)

This feature is supplied to the Bribie Islander for Australian Serial Rights for one publication only for the JUNE 2017 issue.

RELAX - REFRESH - DE-STRESS - ENERGIZE - SPOIL YOURSELF!

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE 3D ZERO GRAVITY

SHIATSU - KNEADING - FLAPPING TAPPING - THAI FOOT GUASHA

YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD MASSAGE CHAIR SOPHISTICATED GERMAN 3D SMART HANDS TECHNOLOGY AUTOMATED ADVANCED PERSONALIZED SCANNING DETECTION SUPERVISED 20 MINUTE SESSIONS $25 PENSIONERS $20

MELIA ST BONGAREE PHONE APPOINTMENTS ONLY

3408 4988

48 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

may crime report

Last month officers from Bribie Island conducted several raids of properties across the division in connection with the use and supply of dangerous drugs, after receiving information from the local community about suspicious activity in the area. Officers also executed search warrants in connection with recent property offences, locating stolen property. Consistently the Bribie Island community has worked closely with local police to address matters of property crime and drug offences, and I would encourage anyone with information which may assist police in investigating those matters to contact the station on 3410 9222 or to call Crime Stoppers. You may always remain anonymous if you wish.

During May officers were called to attend a number of domestic violence incidents.

If you or someone you know is living with domestic violence, please know that help is available. Contact the station on 3410 9222 for more information. Always ring Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.

Rain affected the stations traffic operations, however the activities continued nonetheless with vehicles intercepted for roadside breath testing, and infringement notices being issued for a range of offences, including speeding and using a mobile phone whilst driving.

Officers from the road policing unit were also in attendance on several occasions, and issued further infringement notices, again mainly for speeding. In recent weeks there has been a number of complaints about driver behaviour in the vicinity of both of our state schools, and increased enforcement activity is being conducted whenever possible. I would ask that all parents who are engaging in school pick-up and drop off to obey the traffic signs, be patient and courteous, and above all else, to drive safely.

A number of offenders were apprehended during May for a range of offences including: A 17-year-old Bongaree man was apprehended for possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Ningi. He was subsequently drug diverted.

A 46-year-old Cleveland man was charged with drink driving and other traffic offences in a vessel on the Pumicestone Passage after returning an alleged reading of .069%. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 25.

A 25-year-old Banksia Beach woman was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged reading of .062%. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 22.

A 33-year-old Bundaberg man was charged with public nuisance at Bongaree. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 30.

A 45-year-old Caboolture woman was fined for public nuisance at Bongaree.

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

A 43-year-old Bellara man was charged with public nuisance at Bellara. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 9.

A 58-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with driving whilst unlicensed together with drink driving at Banksia Beach, after returning an alleged reading of .209%. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 23.

A 38-year-old Woorim man was charged with public nuisance at Woorim. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 6.

A 41-year-old Woorim man was fined for public nuisance at Woorim.

A 22-year-old Woorim man was charged with obstructing police at Woorim. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 1.

A 30-year-old Woorim man was charged with driving whilst unlicensed, together with driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Bongaree.

The vehicle was seized for forfeiture proceedings. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 29.

A 38-year-old Woorim man was fined for public nuisance at Bongaree.

A 48-year-old Bellara man was charged with driving whilst unlicensed at Bellara, and the vehicle seized for forfeiture proceedings. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 8.

A 38-year-old Woorim man was fined for public nuisance at Bongaree, after police were called to a disturbance at a High School.

A 48-year-old Bellara man was charged

with unlicensed driving at Bellara, and the vehicle seized for forfeiture proceedings.

He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 8.

A 18-year-old Bongaree man was fined for public nuisance at Bongaree.

An 18-year-old woman from Banksia Beach, an 18-year-old woman from Sandstone Point and a 17-year-old woman from Banksia Beach, were apprehended for possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Woorim. They were all subsequently drug diverted.

A 60-year-old Bellara man was charged with drink driving at Bellara after returning an alleged reading of.123%. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 8.

A 31-year-old Meridan Plains man was charged with unlicensed driving at Bongaree and the vehicles plates seized for seven days. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 25.

A 39-year-old woman from Victoria was charged with possessing drug utensils and drink driving at Bellara after returning an alleged reading of .091%. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 8.

A 53-year-old Woorim woman was fined for driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Bongaree.

A 44-year-old Bongaree woman was charged with possessing dangerous drugs at Bellara. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 1.

A 23-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with public nuisance and Liquor Act offences at a Sandstone Point Hotel.

He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 30.

A 23-year-old man was charged with obstructing police and Liquor Act offences at a Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 30.

A 39-year-old woman from Victoria was charged with drink driving at Banksia Beach after returning an alleged reading of .058%. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 8.

A 66-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with public nuisance after police were called to a disturbance at Banksia Beach. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 23.

A 43-year-old Bellmere man was charged with driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 7.

SECURITY SCREEN SALES & INSTALLATIONS

Ph: 0455

395 621

AUTHOR

IZED DE

ALER

• In-home consultations with full range of Prowler Proof Security Products.

• Fully stocked van with high quality products and parts.

• Window and Door Servicing, Repairs, Fly / Pet / Midge Screening.

• Pet Door Installations, Triple Lock Upgrades, Lock and Handle Replacements.

A 39-year-old woman from Victoria was charged with drink driving at Banksia Beach after returning an alleged reading of .058%. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 8.

A 66-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with public nuisance after police were called to a disturbance at Banksia Beach. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on May 23.

A 43-year-old Bellmere man was charged with driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 7.

A 39-year-old Margate man was charged

with Burglary at Woorim. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 5.

A 52-year-old Bribie Island man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils after police executed a search warrant at Woorim.

A 31-year-old man from Fitzgibbon was charged with speeding and drink driving at Bongaree after returning an alleged reading of .140%. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 22.

A 57-year-old Caloundra man was fined for unlicensed driving at Bongaree.

A 32-year-old Ningi man and a 32-yearold Ningi woman were charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils after police executed a search warrant at Ningi. They will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 15.

A 30-year-old Ningi man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Ningi after police executed a search warrant. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 8.

A 21-year-old Bongaree man was charged with possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Bongaree after police executed a search warrant. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 22.

A 29-year-old Morayfield woman was apprehended for possessing dangerous drugs on Bribie Island Road. She was subsequently drug diverted.

A 22-year-old man from Marks Point, New South Wales was apprehended for possessing dangerous drugs in the car park of a Bribie Island Hotel. He was subsequently drug diverted, and also fined for consuming liquor in a public place.

A 26-year-old Sandstone Point man was charged with drink driving at Sandstone Point after returning an alleged reading of .0137%. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 22.

A 44-year-old Lawnton woman was arrested for public nuisance at Woorim, stealing from a shop and a number of drug offences. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 12.

A 20-year-old North Lakes man was charged with drink driving at Bellara after returning an alleged reading of .077%.

He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on June 22.

A 37-year-old Banksia Beach man was fined for driving whilst unlicensed at Bellara.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 49

BROWN’S BROWNS MITRE 10 IS NOW 99.9% PLASTIC BAG FREE

PLASTIC BAG FREE

Owners Michael & Samantha Brown have made the ethical decision to provide paper bags for their customers due to the environmental impact plastic bags cause. Plastic bags can take between 20 to 1000 yrs to decompose and can kill multiple animals during their decomposition cycle.

INTRODUCING OUR NEW

ORGANIC GARDEN RANGE

CERTIFIED ORGANIC FERTILISERS, PESTICIDES & MULCHES VARIOUS BRANDS

Roses in Store Now

Many varieties available now!

More roses coming in June include Daniel Morcombe, David Austin, Olde Worlde Ramblers & Climbers and Always Remember

ORDER YOUR TURF HERE NULLARBOR COUCH

SIR WALTER

6

$ 50

12

$

50

sqm sqm PICK UP AT STORE OR HAVE DELIVERED SEE IN STORE FOR DETAILS

OPEN 7 DAYS – PH. 3410 1099

Cnr Goodwin Drv & Bongaree Ave (Woolworths complex) TRADING HOURS: Monday - Friday 7am to 5.30pm Saturday 8am to 4.30pm • Sunday 8.30am to 4pm

MIGHTY HELPFUL

50 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

bribie island photography club www.sites.google.com/site/bribiephotographyclub

e: bribiephotographyclub@gmail.com

Gordon 3410 1279

Gail 3408 9850

John Cupper - A Safe Roost

Beth Mottershead - Baby Frog

Marj Webber - Angry Spoonbill

John_Cupper - A Seals Nightmare

We would love to see you again. RSVP Gordon or Gail.

is required. There is a limit of 30 participants. Morning tea and lunch are included. Cost is $65.00 per person.

Bookings close on 2nd July 2017. For more information email or ring Gordon or Gail.

John Cupper - Q1 Sunset - Theme - Cityscape

Our photos were emailed to Bundaberg to be judged by PSQ accredited judge Robert Cullen who offered us a detailed critique and some useful feedback.

“Scapes” was the theme for the month and was won by John Cupper with a stunning shot of the Brisbane skyline.

John also won two other categories with “A Seal’s Nightmare” a clever shot of a Polar Bear in the PI Mono section and “A Safe Roost” in the Open Colour Print.

John’s “A Seal’s Nightmare” was voted Photo of the Month by our PSQ judge.

John Cupper gave us a very interesting lesson on how to merge several photos to produce a panoramic scene.

Beth Mottershead’s impressive shot titled “Baby Frog” was the winner in the Open Colour section. The baby frog was taken in Beth’s garden.

Marj Webber won the Mono PI with “Angry Spoonbill”, a shot taken at Bibimulya Wetlands.

The photography outing was a mystery trip organized by Ron Le Huray who led participants to the zoo at the Big Pineapple. Some striking shots of animals were shown in a slide show.

2017 is the BIPC’s 25th anniversary and we are celebrating it on 26th June in the Boardroom at the Arts Centre at 7pm. Past members are invited to attend.

On Sunday 16th July 2017, our Club is hosting a Portraiture Masterclass led by John Lomas of the Photography Society of Queensland from 9am – 3pm at the Arts Centre.

The workshop will cover indoor and outdoor portraiture using professional models including lighting set-ups and posing. Photography enthusiasts are welcome to join us. A basic understanding of ISO, aperture and shutter speed in relation to exposure

The Bribie Island Photography Club meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7pm in the Boardroom 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.

HEALTH, FITNESS & NUTRITION

BY JADE PARKER

AL SPECI ATE OR CORP ES RAT LE AB AVAIL

• Personal Training • Group Training • Online Coaching • Transformation Programs

Functional & Innovative group training workings in all weather conditions.

Bribie Island • Beachmere and Caboolture

0466 538 165 JUSTELITEPERFORMANCE@HOTMAIL.COM

WWW.JUSTELITEPERFORMANCE.COM

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

thebribieislander

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 51

YOUR ZODIAC FORECAST JUNE MONTHLY FORECAST FROM OSCAR CAINER

Teletopia. Max call cost $1.32 per minute, including GST. Higher charges from mobiles/payphones may apply. Customer care: 1300 366 702.

With the Solstice, and increased Lunar powers, June is an exciting month for astrologers. But it’s the end of this particular June that has caught this astrologer’s eye. The Mercury-Mars conjunction links to Jupiter and Neptune and opposes Pluto. It speaks of powerful ideas leading to dramatic action… of our minds being free to help us embark on an inspiring journey. This would be compelling at any time but, in a Solstice month, possibilities begin to look more like certainties

ARIES (March 21 - April 20)

How can any of us tell whether we’re really being wise or foolish? We may imagine that we’d be foolish if we didn’t strive to be wise. But can any of us ever really say what represents true wisdom? And if we can’t be sure of the answer to that, how can it possibly be wise to seek wisdom? What if we allow ourselves to do something silly and it turns out to have been eminently sensible? Yet, as Mercury conjuncts your ruler in T-square with Jupiter, one thing’s for sure this month: you’d be most unwise to think of yourself as foolish!

Discover why June has so many opportunities. Call 1900 959 005.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21)

‘Where are you going to little brown mouse? Come and have tea in my log pile house!’ says Snake to the rodent hero in Julia Donaldson’s The Gruffalo. In this tale, the mouse invents a clever excuse and continues safely on his way. But, perhaps in your own story, you’ve found yourself waylaid by a less than ideal situation. Don’t fear that your plans are scuppered. Your ruler’s returning to your sign this month. The perfect reason to leave your difficulties behind, get on your way and reach your preferred destination, is forming as we squeak, er speak!

There is inspiring news in your in-depth June forecast.

Call 1900 959 005.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 22)

When cartoonists depict someone having a brilliant idea, they draw them with a light-bulb above their head. It’s a bit of a cliché but it gets the point across. Sometimes,

life’s like this. In a sudden moment of understanding, restless confusion gives way to joyous clarity. Now, as your ruler Mercury passes through your sign, what do you think I want to predict is in store for you this month? How big and bright is the realisation that you’re about to arrive at? So big that when it dawns on you you may feel like you need to wear sunglasses.

Your in-depth forecast for the whole of June can really help. Call 1900 959 005.

CANCER (June 23 - July 23)

June brings the Solstice, the moment the Sun enters your sign. I’ve spoken before about how the Solstice is like the Sun’s birthday and that, like the Queen, it has two. Its return to Cancer means there’s a third birthday to celebrate soon - yours! Your Solar return also heralds the annual New Moon in its own sign. All this adds up to a month of positive new beginnings and exciting renewal.

It’s time to put into practice the ideals you’re emotionally tied to, yet have been powerless to impose. Live life wholeheartedly, and start as you mean to go on.

June is a powerful month for you. Find out more. Call 1900 959 005.

LEO (July 24 - August 23)

Are you brave or foolish? Are you heroic or crazy?

Actually, you’re all these things rolled into one. All great success stories involve an element of blind luck! Those who steer clear of risk can never know the true taste of triumph. I’m really not trying to suggest that you ought to take wild gambles this month. You’ve already taken enough of these in recent weeks. But you can (and should) be less worried about how things will turn out.

The Solstice is coming. June heralds the time to benefit from the positive steps you’ve been taking.

In June, the power of the planets can change your life.

Call 1900 959 005.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23)

As I write your forecast, I’m listening to the sultry sounds of Marty O’Reilly. But he’s not singing from the stereo, he’s standing a few feet away from me, both guitar and audience in the palm of his hand. This may seem like a strange place to be writing your horoscope, but sometimes, I want to feel inspired, it helps to be in an inspiring setting. When we experience the possibilities

of limitless imagination, we can abandon the doubts that curtail us. This month, to be your best, surround yourself with the best that others can offer.

June brings great potential for change. Call 1900 959 005.

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23)

What do we need to find our way through a moral maze? A moral compass. When do compasses give false readings? When they’re close to a powerful source of magnetism. Then the pointer swings emphatically towards a false signal. But it doesn’t tell us what it’s doing. We march forward, confident that we’re heading north, whilst all the time a precious principle is heading south! This month, there’s a Full Moon conjunct Saturn, just as Jupiter turns direct in your sign. You’ll be fine, as long as you keep checking your direction.

Four minutes on the phone can make June special. Call 1900 959 005.

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22)

Have I told you about the ‘two wolves’? They often enter my thoughts when a sign’s two ruling planets are in opposition. In Native American cultures, it’s said that we all have two wolves battling within us. One represents hope and the other fear. It’s said that the wolf who eventually wins is the one you have chosen to feed. But your two heavenly commanders symbolise strength, resilience and the ability to overcome adversity. These are the qualities available to you this month. But only if you choose to nourish them.

Inspiring times await you in June. Call your NEW forecast: 1900 959 005.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21)

Various traditions tell us different stories about how the world was made. But, no matter how deep you dig, you’ll never find the answer to the most important mystery of creation. On the day of the ‘big bang’ - or the summoning of the light - or the awakening of the spirits, what was the Supreme Being wearing? We don’t know! And if we don’t know that, how can we be sure of anything else? It may feel as if the month of June is asking you a similarly unanswerable question. Don’t waste any precious time trying to answer it. Let it be.

Be ready for the magic on offer to you in June. Call 1900

959 005.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20)

Regrets are often a product of insufficient amounts of time. Usually, with enough of this resource, we make the right decisions… we’re able to ruminate, pontificate and deliberate to our heart’s content. Any decisions we make are based on the careful consideration of all available evidence, so even if they lead to difficulty, we’re assured they represent our best endeavours. When we’re rushed we rely on instinct, and then we may come to wish we’d done things differently. This month, don’t allow haste to become your master.

June brings a rare cosmic opportunity for change. Call 1900 959 005.

AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19)

How clever are you? Events this month will prove that you’re clever enough to understand that there’s such a thing as being too clever. People who ask endless questions end up complicating simple matters and turning obvious decisions into tiresome debates. If we think too hard about any matter, we can confuse ourselves. As Venus conjuncts your modern ruler and the Full Moon conjuncts your traditional ruler, you’ll be smart enough to see that there’s already been enough discussion. The answer you’re looking at is the right one.

Trust it!

Don’t miss your inspiring in-depth forecast for June. Call 1900 959 005.

PISCES (February 20 - March 20)

June is a very exciting time for Pisceans. Not only does the Mercury-Mars conjunction form a T-square focused on your traditional ruler Jupiter, but first it forms a harmonious trine with your modern ruler Neptune. That’s the astrological equivalent of jumping on a bed - not only can it energise you and provide more than a little excitement, but should you stumble in your haste, there’s a soft landing to catch any fall. This month, follow your ideas along whichever road they choose to take you along. Your heart will tell you when you’ve found your way.

Your in-depth forecast for June is ready. Call 1900 959 005.

READERS PHOTO COMPETITION! 1st place

Photo comp winner is Rachel Purtill

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 Ewen​emailed 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!

Photos must be submitted by the 25th of each month contact details are on page 53. Good luck!

Second Place Photo by: Marj Webber Third Place Photo by: Karen McMillan

The Bribie Islander and the MINI Islander are not associated with any other publications, WE ONLY ORIGINATE AND NEVER IMITATE!

thebribieislander

52 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

JUNE EVENTS &

FREE BATTERY TEST. CALL IN NOW!

ACTIVITIES – BEACHMERE

Bribie Island

EVERY SATURDAY JUNE WITNESSING/JP SERVICE, 9am - 9.30am Outside IGA, Beachmere Village Shopping Centre, Cnr Beachmere & James Rds. info@bang.org.au

S LAR

EVERY FRIDAY JUNE BEACHMERE SLIMMERS SUPPORT GROUP, 9am Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Ave. We are a small friendly support group meeting weekly. Joining Fee $15, Weekly Fee $4, Nutritionally sound program devised by local dietitian Cathie Lowe. For info contact Sue (07) 5496 2957 OR Find us on Facebook.

EVERY WEDNESDAY JUNE BEACHMERE MOSAICS CLUB, 1.30am – 4.30pm, Beachmere, $10 Tools & most materials supplied, for details please phone Helen 0411 347 830

WE WILL BEAT ANY PRICE On Batteries Call Us LAST To SAVE $$$’$

EVERY WEDNESDAY JUNE BEACHMERE SCOUTS - CUBS, (ages 7-10 years, boys & girls) 5pm - 7pm at Beachmere State School, 24-58 James Road, Beachmere, contact beachmerescouts@gmail. com for more information FRIDAY, 2 JUNE LADIES, LET’S DO LUNCH, 12pm, RSL Beachmere, Main St. Come along and meet some ladies who live, play and work in Beachmere. Meals & Drinks at your own expense, $10-$15 a plate. Please RSVP to Christine 0413 73 95 73 ladieslunch@bang.org.au (1st Fri each month).

SUNDAY, 4 JUNE CAR BOOT SALE, 7am–11am, Beachmere Village Shopping Centre Carpark, Cnr Beachmere & James Rds. BOOK A STALL NOW or come along to pick up a BARGAIN! $10 per car, info@bang.org.au 0456 818 017 (1st Sun each month) WEDNESDAY, 7 JUNE BEACHMERE MEN’S SHED 10am – Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Ave, Contact Steering Secretary Rob 0481 314 858 (between 4-6pm)

MARINE

STOP START

DEEP CYCLE

TUESDAY, 20 JUNE BEACHMERE LIONESS, MEETING from 9am Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Ave, All Welcome, just turn up. (3rd Tue each month) TUESDAY, 20 JUNE BANG SOCIAL 6pm-7pm, Beachmere RSL, Main St. Who do you know that wants to be more involved with our community? Come along and enjoy a drink & nibble and find out what’s happening in Beachmere at a State Level. GUEST SPEAKER: Rick Williams MP, State Member Pumicestone. RSVP JUNE 18 info@bang.org.au or phone 0456 818 017 WEDNESDAY, 21 JUNE BEACHMERE LIONS, BUSINESS / BOARD MEETING 6.30pm-7pm, Beachmere Activity Centre, 25 Biggs Ave. Please phone 0417 781 562 to attend. (3rd Wed each month)

AUTOMOTIVE

SOLAR OFF GRID

Are you looking for a battery?

GARDEN EQUIPMENT

9 TOORBUL ST BONGAREE BEHIND ‘BY THE SEA CAFE’

0448 932 484

We’re Here to Help!

SATURDAY, 24 JUNE BEACHMERE MOSAICS CLUB, 9.30am – 12.30pm, Beachmere, $10 Tools & most materials supplied, for details please phone Helen 0411 347 830. (Last Sat each month) 24 – 29 JUNE FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS – VARIOUS AGES – Smart phone PHOTOGRAPHY, DANCE & VIDEO PRODUCTION. Various dates and times. All details go to bang.org. au/bam or phone 0456 818 017 – All part of the fun of BAM – Beachmere Art & Music.

SATURDAY, 1 JULY BAM - BEACHMERE ART & MUSIC, FREE 2pm-8pm, Clayton Park, Moreton Tce, Beachmere. FREE festival workshops with limited spaces, Drone Photography, Candle Making, Tie Dye, Circus Skills, also Open Mic, Outdoor Art & Sculpture and Photography Exhibition – CALL for Moreton Bay ARTISTS - FREE local music – for all information, and to BOOK for WORKSHOPS - go to bang.org.au/bam or phone 0456 818 017.

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

SUN

MON

TUES

WED

THURS

1

Bribie Depression & Anxiety Support Group THE FIRST MONDAY OF EVERY 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.

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

4

Cancer Council Markets Brennan Park, Welsby Parade

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

18

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

Community Markets. Brennan Park, Bongaree.

25

5

6

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 Alcoholics Anonymous meets on Bribie Island three times per week.

FRI

12

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

19

Bribie Island and District Neighbourhood Centre Mondays 5 pm

Smart Recovery (from addiction/s) Group

Mondays 1.15pm

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

26

Good Grief Living with Loss Caboolture Hub, on May 22 and May 29, from 10-12pm. Phone 3632 8300 or email karuna@karuna.org.au

Bribie Bush Poets.

Blue Pacific Hotel, Woorim at 6.30.

More info call Cay on 34083219

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

7

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

13

14

20

21

Girl Guides Meet every Tuesday.

Contact Teresa: 0408 208 868 Seniors Social Coffee Meet at Coffee Club 10am, Coffee & Chat.

Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of month.

Seniors Social Coffee Meet at Coffee Club 10am, Coffee & Chat.

Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of month.

27 Seniors Social Coffee Meet at Coffee Club 10am, Coffee & Chat.

Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of month.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous meets on Bribie Island three times per week.

15

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

22

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

28

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.

29

SAT

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

3

9

10

16

17

23

24

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 Alcoholics Anonymous meets on Bribie Island three times per week.

Bribie Island Baptist Church Men’s Breakfasts.

7am at Baptist Church.

Cost $5.00. Bookings: John 3408 3779.

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

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.

30

the bribie islander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

thebribieislander

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 53

Good Service is Always in Fashion

3 Years Servicing across the Colorado Range

Bought From Us Before? Refer Family, Friends, or yourself and ask us for Your Reward!

SAVE $12,326

#120342

Colorado LS Crew Cab 4X4 Manual

SAVE $14,620

#120345

Colorado LS Crew Cab 4X4 Auto

#120305

Colorado LS Space Cab Chassis 4X4 Manual #120462

39,999

37,499

36,999

SAVE $9,519

SAVE $7,833

Colorado LTZ Crew Cab 4X4 Manual

SAVE $11,239

#120310

Colorado LTZ Crew Cab 4X4 Auto

SAVE $10,428

45,999

Colorado Z71 Crew Cab Pickup 4X4 Manual #120356

49,690

6569009ao

45,999

(Incl Tray!)

29 Bribie Island Road, Caboolture

5495 1477

AFTER HOURS Peter 0424 730 201 Ross 0419 652 655 • Tony 0434 530 661

www.beechamholden.com.au

BEECHAM WEEkly SpECiAlS Only 85,000 Kms

2012 HOLDEN BARINA CD AUTOMATIC

2015 MIRAGE ES AUTOMATIC

ONLY $10,950

SN 28232

DRIVE AWAY

Only 55,000 kms

Factory Warranty

HONDA CIVIC VTi-L AUTOMATIC

ONLY $11,950

DRIVE AWAY

SN 28236

6-Speed Manual

ONLY $17,950

SN #28243

DRIVE AWAY Turbo Diesel

6569012ao

Automatic

2009 VE SS COMMODORE UTE

2014 COROLLA ASCENT SPORT

ONLY $19,950

SN 28248

DRIVE AWAY

2013 HOLDEN CAPTIVA 7 CX

ONLY $16,950

SN 28230

DRIVE AWAY

ONLY $22,950

SN 28252

WE PAY CASH FOR YOUR CAR

BEECHAM HOLDEN 29 Bribie Island Road Caboolture

AFTER HOURS USED - MATT 0418 642 004 COLIN 0422 818 414

|

5495 1477

www.beechamholden.com.au

DRIVE AWAY

54 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

MORE RECOGNITION REQUESTED

By Neil Wilson

Ian Fairweather Park is reasonably heavily treed and the only man made additions are a few very basic wooden benches. There are quite a number of fallen branches on the ground which possibly could be hazardous to anyone walking through the area. In a way the area reflects the basic lifestyle of Fairweather due to it’s virtually unimproved beauty but definitely requires a little more concentrated upkeep to make it the tourist attraction that it should be.

Ian Fairweather at work in his grass hut.

During the last month, I was contacted by a reader of this publication who expressed er concerns regarding the comparative lack of information available to visitors and new residents about world renowned artist and twenty one year Bribie Island resident, Ian Fairweather. Her other area of concern is the apparent lack of upkeep to the park on the corner of First Avenue and Hunter Street that is named after him.

Whilst there is a section in the Seaside Museum that is dedicated to Mr Fairweather and they also stock a fact sheet about him, his achievements and other information about his life including his time on our island are probably not publicised enough. The

Born in Scotland in 1891, Ian Fairweather served in the British Army in both World Wars I and II and, during WWI, spent four years in a German prisoner of war facility. An early indication of his love for art became evident when he was made responsible for the illustrations in the POW magazines. During the years that passed between the two world wars, Ian studied art at a number of colleges including the Academy of Art in The Hague and the Slade School of Fine Art in London. He also travelled extensively throughout this time and, wherever he was, he painted and sent the finished works to various galleries.

After his service with the army in India until 1943, he travelled to various places on the Australian East coast before finally settling in Melbourne for a time before moving to Darwin where he lived in a number of abandoned trucks and boats.

His talents as an artist had by this time been recognised and some of his paintings had been acquired by institutes such the Tate Gallery and the Leicester City Gallery.

It should be noted that, as a result of his travel destinations including places such as Shanghai, his works showed a very evident mix of Western and Asian influence.

In 1953 after a disastrous attempt at an ocean voyage in a home made raft and

Do you have a good local story or news that you would like us to print in this Community Magazine?

Are you a non for profit group that needs some support?

The Bribie Islander is here to help!

See page 61 for contact details.

THE

BRIBIE ISLANDER SHOP LOCAL, SPEND LOCAL & SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES!

consequent deportation to England by the Indonesian Government, Ian Fairweather returned to Australia and finally made his home on Bribie Island where he built a grass hut on the site where the park that is named in his recognition is situated now.

It was in this hut that he created some of his greatest works including “Monastery” which was acquired by the National Gallery and described by some as a masterpiece.

Being a very frugal man, Ian apparently created his paintings using cardboard and newspapers instead of canvas and as well as using poor quality paints and this led to someone describing him as “a paragon of sophisticated clumsiness.”

Obviously a man who was most comfortable being alone, this talented artist never placed a great deal of emphasis on the monetary value of his works and maintained his rather basic lifestyle in the grass hut, often sharing his meagre rations with the wildlife that inhabited the area.

His love of Bribie Island is best reflected in his statement “There may be better places than the sunset strip of Bribie Island, but it’s good enough for me.”

Ian Fairweather is represented in all Australian galleries as well as the Tate Gallery, the Leicester City Gallery and the Ulster Museum in Belfast. Art lovers who wish to acquire a Fairweather painting can expect to pay in excess of $350,000 today.

One of the basic wooden benches in the park

Due to an ongoing concern about Fairweather’s health and living conditions, the Council built him a small house next to his hut in an attempt to improve conditions for him. Ian, however, only used the council built house as a storage facility for his paintings and materials whilst continuing to live in the grass hut until his death in 1974 at the age of eighty three.

Following his passing, the Council burned the hut and moved the small house to the grounds of Congeau House in Banya Street.

The site of the grass hut is marked by a stone memorial in Ian Fairweather Park at Bongaree.

The Memorial in Ian Fairweather Park

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

sports results may golf

| 55

football

BRIBIE ISLAND GOLF CLUB LADIES RESULTS FROM 25TH APRIL, 2017 TO 25TH MAY, 2017

BRIBIE ISLAND SOCCER FOOTBALL CLUB FOR GAMES PLAYED IN SUNSHINE COAST FOOTBALL COMPETITION ON 19 AND 20 MAY 2017 U12s Division 3 - Round 8 - Bribie Tigers vs Flinders FC - 3-2 loss for Bribie - Goal Scorers are Sam Godfrey (2) U13’s Division 2 - Round 8 - Bribie Tigers vs Grammar FC - 2-0 win for Bribie - Goal Scorers are Jaxon Pieck (1) and Nick Greig (1).

Single Stableford 25/4/2017 Div 1 Winner – D Croft 35, R UP M Barbeler 34, A Lauchlan 33 C/B NTP’s Hole 4 A Hewitt, Hole 7 S Portley, Hole 14 L Buxton

U17’s Division 2 - Round 8 - Bribie Tigers vs Maroochydore FC Blue - 3-2 win for Bribie - Goal Scorers are Matthew Blanch (2) and Joseph McNulty (1)

Single Stroke 27/4/2017 Div 1 Winner – J Malone 75, R UP – J De Ruyter 76 Div 2 Winner – B Browning 72, R UP – B Davies 73 Div 3 Winner – S Ferrante 75, R UP – C Price 77 C/B NTP’s Hole 7 V Jones, Hole 14 L Pinson, Hole 16 C Pronk, Hole 7 Div 3 2nd Shot J Dorhauer

Over 35s - Round 9 - Bribie Tigers vs Nambour-Yandina FC - 2-0 win for Bribie - Bribie Player of the Game is Nathan Waugh - Goal Scorers are Colm Hand (1) and Jens Pieck (1).

Single Stableford 2/5/2017 Div 1 Winner – L Urquhart 37 C/B, R UP – C Pronk 37 Div 2 Winner – C Hancock 38, R UP – J Jordan 37 C/B Div 3 Winner – C McAlister 40, R UP – M Stoddart 37 NTP’s Hole 4 A Lauchlan, Hole 7 S Portley, Hole 14 C Watson, Hole 16 J Quilliam, Hole 16 Div 3 2nd Shot J Jennings

Senior Women Division 3 - Round 7 - Bribie Tigers vs Woombye FC - 3-0 win for Bribie - Bribie Player of the Game is Georgina MacPhail - Goal Scorers are Kyra Brunt (2) and Jear Cochrane (1)

Stroke Monthly Medal Sponsor Woorim Pharmacy 4/5/2017 Div 1 Winner – S Power 78, R UP – C Hancock 79, 2nd R UP D Benghamy 80 C/B NTP’s Hole 4 S Smith, Hole 7 D Neilson, Hole 14 J Malone, Hole 16 D Benghamy Div 2 Winner – A Mitchell 73, R UP – L Wilson 75 C/B, 2nd R UP E Jensen 75 NTP’s Hole 4 B Davies, Hole 14 L Wilson Div 3 Winner – M Stoddart 69, R UP – F Lyons 74 C/B, 2nd R UP P Hyde 74 NTP’s Hole 4 F Lyons, Hole 14 J Dorhauer, Hole 16 J Stafford Single Stableford 9/5/2017 Div 1 Winner – L Pinson 37, R UP – R Harper 36, 2nd R UP S Portley 35 C/B Div 2 Winner – V Hayes 35, R UP – J Wyatt 34, 2nd R UP L Brooks 33 C/B Div 3 Winner – J Stafford 40, R UP – S Ferrante 39 C/B, 2nd R UP H McDonnell 39 NTP’s Hole 4 L Pinson, Hole 7 L Pinson, Hole 14 L Brook, Hole 16 R Harper, Hole 16 Div 3 2nd Shot J Westmoreland Single Stroke 11/5/2017 Div 1 Winner – E Jensen 69, R UP – A Hewitt 71 Div 2 Winner – L Beaven 74, R UP – S Ferrante 79 C/B NTP’s Hole 4 J Graham, Hole 7 N Aylott, Hole 14 B Newcomb, Hole 16 V Jones, Hole 16 Div 3 2nd Shot J Dorhauer 4BBB Aggregate Stableford 16/5/2017 Winners - S Vallely & S Portley 73 C/B R UP – Y Nicklin & R Gardiner 73 2nd R UP – D Roberts & J Geale 70 NTP’s Hole 7 S Portley, Hole 14 J Graham, Hole 16 Div 3 2nd Shot S Barry Single Stroke 18/5/2017 Div 1 Winner – J Umlauft 73, R UP – B Browning 74 Div 2 Winner – D Roberts 71, R UP – I Coburn 73 NTP’s Hole 4 L Weatherley, Hole 7 B Cobb, Hole 14 J De Ruyter, Hole 16 B Browning, Hole 16 Div 3 2nd Shot R Crossley 4BBB Stableford 23/5/2017 Winners - E Jarvis & D Croft 48 R UP - R McKinnon & N Aylott 47 2nd R UP - J Dorhauer & A Rogers 43 C/B NTP’s Hole 4 A Hewitt, Hole 7 M Thomsen, Hole 14 A Hewitt, Hole 16 H Winterflood, Hole 16 Div 3 2nd Shot L Healy.

Single Stableford 25/5/17 Div 1 Winner – S Smith 40, R UP – S Portley 36 C/B Div 2 Winner – R McKinnon 39, R UP – A Lachlan 38 Div 3 Winner - I Coburn 38, R UP - C McAlister 33 C/B NTP’s Hole 4 R Harper, Hole 7 D Dunn, Hole 14 The Brown, Hole 16 D Benghamy.

HAVE YOU SEEN OUR

MINI?

Senior Men Division 4 - Round 8 - Bribie Tigers vs Beerwah FC Green - 5-1 win for Bribie - Bribie Player of the Game is Matt Huntley - Goal Scorers are Ben Stone (1), Josh Rankin (1), Brandon Cain (1), and Jayden Scott (2)

social bowls RESULTS FOR BRIBIE ISLAND SOCCER FOOTBALL CLUB WEDNESDAY MIXED JACKPOT PAIRS Winners – T. Cook & B. Vonarx Runners Up – G. Teakle & I. Cooper 1st WOH – B. Young & M. Hooper 2nd WOH – L. Gilmour & R. Gilmour 3rd WOH - L. Savaige & G. Simpson 4th WOH – T. Bennett & M. Prewett Bunny – M. Kemp & P. Kemp

FRIDAY MENS JACKPOT PAIRS Winners – I. Cooper & P. Gouge Runners Up – T. Cook & K. Burgess 1st WOH – G. Simpson & A. James 2nd WOH – W. Simmons & C. Luck 3rd WOH – B. Macilvenie & J. James Bunny – T. Bennet & M. Mills SATURDAY CASH BONANZA Winners – M.Sarich, J. Laidlan & F. Corry Runners Up – L. Gilmour, T. Eurfurt & R. Gilmore

WEDNESDAY SCROUNGERS 1st – G. Riley 2nd – N. Robinson BRIBIE ISLAND INDOOR BOWLS CLUB FOUR GAME DAY EVENT LEAGUE TABLE AS OF MAY 5TH 2017.

SPORTS COMPLEX, FIRST AVENUE, BONGAREE FOR GENERAL CLUB AND MEMBERSHIP ENQUIRIES PLEASE PHONE MARGARET DUNN, PRESIDENT 0428 713 300 OR BRUCE HENNESSY VICE PRESIDENT 0407 133 000 Position 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Points Team 36 FIREBIRDS 35 CURVES 34 TRAVEL BUGS 33.5 UNBIASED 32.5 MALENY 32 THE RASCALS 31.5 HIBISCUS 29 DECEPTION BAY

BRIBIE ISLAND BOWLS CLUB WEDNESDAY MIXED JACKPOT Winner- D. Beadman & G. Simpson Runners Up- F. Reeves & B. Vonarx 1st WOH – R. McSweeney & T. Townsend 2nd WOH – A. Legosz & K. Ford 3rd WOH – V. Shaw & A. Boyd 4th WOH – G. Hazelwood & S. Timmings Bunny – R. McIlvenie & B. McIlvanie WEDNESDAY SCROUNGERS 1st – D. Williams 2nd – B. Castle 3rd L. Shivers

Position 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Points Team 25 BRIBEES 25 CATONS CAPERS 24 VILLAGE PEOPLE 24 UNBEATABLES 23.5 DAMES 22 REDBACKS 21 ARANAS 21 THE TRIERS

FRIDAY MENS JACKPOT PAIRS Winners – B. Hosie & D. Curry Runners Up – T. Townsend & D. Walker 1st WOH – B. Lamb & G. Hawkins 2nd WOH – K.Thornton & P. West 3rd WOH – K. Muller & F. Reeves 4th WOH – M. Moffett & C. Barclay SATURDAY CASH BONANZA Winners – B. Tanner, P. Patrikeos & B. Castle Runners Up – M. English, G. Swain & J. Howarth 3rd – C. Freeman, S. Andrews & P. Andrews Bunny – P. McCarthy, R. Hunter & Wally ‘O’ SATURDAY CASH BONANZA Winners- J. YOUL, G. NOBBS & B. YOUNG Runners Up – J. HOSIE, G. BENTZON & S COOK

FR

THE MINI

Look out for Issue 05 due out on the 17th of June!

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support Our Local Economy |

BRIBIE

E1E

ISLANDER

COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

The Mini Bribie Islander is the sister publication of The Bribie Islander in the form of an A4 size gloss magazine, published two weeks after the main paper.

ISSUE 05 | MAY / JUN 2017

BRIBIE’S UNIQUE VIEWS

WE MAKE POOLS FUN POOL SUPPLIES, ON-SITE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Karen Campbell

0419 142 744

41 BENABROW AVE | PHONE 3408 6246

Cover photo: Grip N Rip Photography Shane T. Reynolds.

!

56 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

IT ALL HAPPENS AT THE SHED

By Neil Wilson

laugh riot Submitted by Daniel Williams​, ​Bongaree My neighbour knocked on my door at 2:30 this morning---Can you believe that? 2:30 am?

Lucky for him that I was still up playing my bagpipes.

My wife has been missing a week now.

Police said to prepare for the worst.

So I have been to the Charity shop to get her clothes back.

I went to the cemetery yesterday to lay some flowers on a grave and noticed there were 4 grave diggers walking about with a coffin.

3 hours later they were still there. I thought to myself, “these guys have lost the plot”.

I was driving this morning when i noticed an RACQ van parked on the side of the road.

The driver was sobbing uncontrollably and looking miserable. I thought to myself “ This guy is heading for a breakdown” I have just met a fat, alcoholic, transvestite. He just wants to eat, drink, ----- and be MARY.

Linda and Noel Gallagher With very few exceptions, you would never be able to find anyone who is more of a bloke’s bloke than a rugby league player, especially one who played at the top level in the 1960’s. One man who fits that description perfectly is Bribie Island resident, ex rugby league test player and founder of the Bribie Island branch of Shed Happens, Noel Gallagher.

Noel’s football career began when he played for Wynnum Manly and he tells me that his ball boy was none other than renowned footballer of Broncos and State of Origin fame, Wally Lewis.

After his job necessitated a relocation to Maryborough, Noel was soon spotted by the Bundaberg club, Brothers, and this resulted in him being chosen for Queensland in 1966. ‘Bundaberg was the only provincial team to play against the Australian side and that team had some of the greats as players. Langlands, Raper and Gasnier, they were all in side,’Noel told me. ‘Be3cause it was such a big event, it was declared a public holiday in Bundaberg,’ he added.

As one of only five players to be picked for the Australian test team for 1967/68, Noel participated in what was to be the last really long tour, spending about six months away and playing a total of over thirty games during the tour of England and France and returning home victorious. Of course, Noel’s skills with the ball were soon sought after by the big and very financial Sydney clubs and this resulted in Noel signing with the Cronulla team. Sadly, Noel never played out his contract with Cronulla due to developing a bone disease and he moved back to Maryborough where he took on the role of team coach.

The doctors had told me that if I continued playing II couls end up in a wheelchair by the time I turned thirty,’ Noel said. ‘However, I got so bored sitting on the sideline so I ended up playing again and then I really did some damage to myself,’ he explained. At this time, the local television network was just getting underway and had ideas for a sports show and needed someone to be a presenter for the program. The show ended up being called “League Line-up and Noel was enlisted as the host and, as an aside, this was the first country sports program on Queensland television.

During the two years that he headed

up the show, Noel enlisted quite a few famous players to appear on his program.

Since this time, Noel has become heavily involved in helping others, especially men, to deal with the issues that they face in every day life. After spend a few years as a travelling evangelist, speaking to audiences at venues such as the Horton Pavilion in Sydney and in jails, Noel took on the role of a prison chaplain in the late 1990’s and through this was able to help quite a number of men to turn their life around. The main correctional facilities that he visited were the Arthur Gorrie Centre at Wacol and The Woodford Correctional Centre.

As well as this very important way of assisting guys in sorting their life out, Noel commenced the Bad Boys Club, a small get together held at McDonalds each Saturday morning which works toward the same goals.

Noel ended his prison chaplaincy role in 2008 but, after moving to the island seven years ago, decided to start a local branch of the Australia wide movement founded by Ian Watson and known as “Shed Happens.” The Bribie Island branch meets at the Warrigals rugby league clubhouse on the second Monday of each month and, after a BBQ which commencing at 6m, those who attend have the chance to hear the story of a couple of speakers each time Noel normally arranges for a special guest speaker a couple of times each month and past guests have included well known rugby league players such as Petro Civoneciva.‘The evening is nothing to do with religion and all men are welcome,’ said Noel. ‘The whole idea of Shed Happens is to give men a chance to talk about any issues that they may be facing and just enjoy the company,’ he said.

Shed Happens has about fifty members locally and after speaking to some of those who attend on a regular basis, I can honestly say that I believe it to be an event that any man who would like to spend a bit of time with other blokes should check out. There are five branches in the district and more details can be obtained by calling Noel on 3408 0994 or Bruce on 3408 9353. Remember, Shed Happens is for all blokes and their motto is, “We love a good chat, almost any which way.”

Three old retirees with hearing problems decided to have a game of golf together.

“It’s windy today” said the first one. “ No “ said the second one “it’s Thursday”. “ So am I” said the third one “let’s go and have a beer!”

A young man took his fiancée home to meet his parents.

His father took him to one side and whispered to him, “Son, do you know what you are doing ? She is skinny, knocked-kneed, bow-legged, cross-eyed, and quite frankly unattractive”.

“You don`t have to whisper, Dad” said the son “She is deaf too”.

The judge asked the accused “Why did you break into the same shop four nights in a row ?”

“The first night was to get my wife a dress “replied the accused “then she made me exchange it three times .”

Paddy went into the pizza shop and ordered a small pizza. “Would you like to have it cut into four or six pieces? “ asked the girl.

Paddy thought about it for a moment and then said “Just cut it into four pieces. I am not sure if I am hungry enough to eat six pieces” Why did the scarecrow win the Nobel prize?

Because he was outstanding in his field.

A man walked into the doctor`s surgery and said “I’ve hurt my arm in several places” The doctor said “Well don`t go there anymore”.

Submitted by Charlie Farley WHY GOD MADE MUMS Answers given by 2nd year school children to the following questions: Why did God make mothers?

1. She’s the only one who knows where the selotape is.

2. Mostly to clean the house.

3. To help us out of there when we were getting born.

How did God make mothers?

1. He used dirt, just like for the rest of us.

2.. Magic plus super powers and a lot of stirring.

3. God made my mum just the same like he made me. He just used bigger parts.

Why did God give you your mother and not some other mum?

1. We’re related.

2. God knew she likes me a lot more than other people’s mum like me.

What kind of a little girl was your mum?

1. My mum has always been my mum and none of that other stuff.

2. I don’t know because I wasn’t there, but my guess would be pretty bossy.

3. They say she used to be nice.

What did mum need to know about dad before she married him?

1. His last name.

2. She had to know his background. Like is he a crook? Does he get drunk on beer?

3. Does he make at least 1 million a year? Did he say NO to drugs and YES to chores?

Why did your mum marry your dad?

1. My dad makes the best spaghetti in the world. And my mum eats a lot.

2. She got too old to do anything else with him.

3. My grandma says that mum didn’t have her thinking cap on.

Who’s the boss at your house?

1. Mum doesn’t want to be boss, but she has to because dad’s such an idiot.

2. Mum. You can tell by room inspection. She sees the stuff under the bed.

3. I guess mum is, but only because she has a lot more to do than dad.

What’s the difference between mums and dads?

1. Mums work at work and work at home and dads just go to work at work.

2. Mums know how to talk to teachers without scaring them.

3. Dads are taller and stronger, but mums have all the real power ‘cause that’s who you got to ask if you want to sleep over at your friends.

4. Mums have magic, they make you feel better without medicine.

What does your mum do in her spare time?

1. Mothers don’t do spare time.

2. To hear her tell it, she pays bills all day long.

What would it take to make your mum perfect?

1. On the inside she’s already perfect. Outside, I think some kind of plastic surgery.

2. Diet. You know, her hair. I’d diet, maybe blue.

If you could change one thing about your mum, what would it be?

1. She has this weird thing about me keeping my room clean. I’d get rid of that.

2. I’d make my mum smarter. Then she would know it was my sister who did it not me.

3. I would like for her to get rid of those invisible eyes on the back of her head.

CONFUCIUS DID NOT SAY...

Man who wants pretty nurse, must be patient.

Passionate kiss, like spider web, leads to undoing of fly.

Lady who goes camping must beware of evil intent.

Squirrel who runs up woman's leg will not find nuts.

Man who leaps off cliff jumps to conclusion.

Man who runs in front of car gets tired.

Man who runs behind car gets exhausted.

Man who eats many prunes get good run for money.

War does not determine who is right, it determines who is left.

Man who fight with wife all day get no piece at night.

It takes many nails to build a crib but only one screw to fill it.

Man who drives like hell is bound to get there.

Man who stands on toilet is high on pot.

Man who live in glass house should change clothes in basement.

Man who fish in other man's well often catch crabs.

Finally CONFUCIUS DID SAY.......

"A lion will not cheat on his wife, but a Tiger Wood!"

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

HONESTY - INTEGRITY - SERVICE

Call us to get you

SOLD

today!

3408 6170

Shop 6, 9 Benabrow Avenue Bellara

| 57

30/01/2017

58 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

Sudoku generator and solver

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

1 5 8 6 PUZZLE PAGE SPONSORED BY WHO’S ON FIRST

6 4 Toys 6 5 1 3 1 Games, 3 9 6 2 9 Toys1 5 8 2 9 2 Games, 6 9 & Novelties 6 4 8 9 & Novelties 1 9 2 8 3 5 6 Phone: 8 1

6 3 7

1 3 4 Phone: 0414 975 474 1 975 2 474 5 7 0414 4 7 8 4/2 Toorbul Street, Toorbul Street, 7 1 Bongaree

8 2 5 4/2

Bongaree 8 4 Toys 1 9 3 Games, 8 3 7 4 5 6 2 5 Novelties

1 & Games, Toys 2 1 8 3 8

Random:304230389­v3­26­L1

Random:304230390­v3­26­L1

CROSSWORD Phone: & Novelties

#B14 - by Cyrus

Phone: 9 5

5 0414 975 474 9 Toorbul 2 Street, 4/2 8 Bongaree 6 9 7 1 5 4 1 6 7 1 1

2

3

4

7

8

9

11

10

12

14

15

16

17

19

20

23

24

0414 975 474 6

1 4/2 Toorbul Street, 4 1 Bongaree 9

3 9

5

8 6 7 3 1

8 8 5

6

13

18

21

22

Random:304230392­v3­26­L1

by Cyrus

SUDOKU

8

3

2 5

6

8

7 9

8

1

2

5

7 1

5

4

2

3 2 6

4

Random:304230393­v3­26­L1

WORD SEARCH

5 1

6

7

Random:304230391­v3­26­L1

MAZE

8

1

7

7

3

6

2

8 5

2 3 9

8

6

5

7

5 3

9

9 6

5

4

2

1 8

Random:304230394­v3­26­L1

MATH SQUARE

Across Across Down 7 Golf links spoken of badly, we hear (6) 7 Golf links spoken of badly, we hear (6) 8 Agendas - pointless - shaking up proverbs (6) 1 Firm exercise will handle it (4) Dogs 9 8Get wind of audibly present (4) Agendas - pointless - shaking up proverbs (6) 2 Strange genres of political influence (6) 10 9Steel outofin-all weathers (8) D3 EProbably O K not C necessary E E G toQwetDhisSwhistle M E (7)H I Getmen wind audibly - present (4) 11 Travelling salesmen close early because of illness (7) W4 AExposed P F toItheIelements O T (5) R A O W L U U 10 Steel men out in all weathers (8) 13 Presses on with clubs (5) R P C L Z D A E U L D L G S R 11Sores Travelling close 5 Profession in haste (6) 15 do bettersalesmen in the fresh air (5)early because of illness (7) C E L H L Z T T J M G B A K E 17 Gentlest arrangement latterly come with a sting (7) judgement (8) Y6 OExtract I Lof S R N R H A A E E Y H 13Random Pressesin on with treatment clubs (5)- some ingredients are 20 antidote 12 Pecuniary interest has comic one in trouble (8) overpowering (8) C S U R I H W P P T I L B L C 15 Sores do better in the fresh air (5) taking 21 Australia has Northern Territory in a relationship (4) S14 BStudent W Eis R E his U work T Mto Iheart B (7) Q A O S 17 Gentlest arrangement latterly come with a sting 23 Tell it like it could be, briefly (6) awkwardly (7) H16 YLives V inS theI past E and S sits N D A J U(6)J M N 24 Kids have their ups and downs enjoying it (6) A18 ESwapped E N orZ sold B -Tit'sNtheDsame N thing S S(6)J W I 20 Random in antidote treatment - some ingredients are overpowering (8) R19 MEntitled A LtoTdemand E Sa penny E E off A restructure H T C (5) B P Down 21 Australia has Northern Territory in a P22 LTidy E inIoneNat Aa time P (4) S Q I K J I A D 1 Firm exercise will handle it (4) Random:304230395­v3­26­L1 Random:304230396­v3­26­L1 Random:304230397­v3­26­L1 relationship (4) E H R E Z U A N H C S I F F P 2 Strange genres of political influence (6) 23 Tell it like it could be, briefly (6) I I B#B14B- bySCyrus E T T E R V Q T Q F 3 Probably not necessary to wet his whistle (7) 24 Kids have their ups and downs enjoying it (6) G U L G1 K 2 P Z3 G 4C E 5 N G6 E A Z SOLUTIONS ISSUE 35 4 Exposed to the elements (5) 7 8 D L B K Z U V F G O Z M M C W 5 Profession in haste (6) 6 Extract of judgement (8) 9 10 AKITA 12 Pecuniary interest has comic one in trouble (8) BEAGLE 11 12 AKITA BEAGLE13 BULLDOG BULLDOG 14 Student is taking his work to heart (7) 14 COLLIE 16 Lives in the past and sits awkwardly (6) COLLIE DACHSHUND DALMATIAN 15 16 17 18 DACHSHUND 18 Swapped or sold - it’s the same thing (6) 19 DALMATIAN HUSKY MALAMUTE MALTESE 20 21 22 19 Entitled to demand a penny off restructure (5) HUSKY MASTIFF PINSCHER RETRIEVER 22 Tidy in one at a time (4) MALAMUTE 23 24 MALTESE SCHNAUZER SETTER SHAR PEI MASTIFF SHIH TZU SPANIEL TERRIER PINSCHER the Across RETRIEVER Down bribie 7 Golf linksSCHNAUZER spoken of badly, we hear (6) 1 Firm exercise will handle it (4) islander 8 Agendas - pointless - shaking up proverbs (6) SETTER 2 Strange genres of political influence (6) Random:304230398­v3­26­L1 Random:304230399­v3­26­L1 Random:304230400­v3­26­L1 9 Get wind of SHAR - audibly - PEI present (4) 3 Probably not necessary to wet his whistle (7) 10 Steel men out in all weathers SHIH TZU (8) 4 Exposed to the elements (5) 11 Travelling salesmen close early because of 5 Profession in haste (6) SPANIEL illness (7) 6 Extract of judgement (8) TERRIER 13 Presses on with clubs (5)

3 5 9

8

1

9

7 8 3 1 4

6

2

3

6

2

9 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 1

7 1 2 5 3 9 8 6 4

6 9 3 4 8 1 7 2 5

8 4 5 6 2 7 1 9 3

2 6 4 8 7 3 5 1 9

5 7 9 1 4 2 6 3 8

3 8 1 9 5 6 2 4 7

1 3

5 9

5 8

Random:304230392­v3­26­L1 Math Square Answer

4 7 6 8 3 1 2 9 5

1 3 2 9 4 5 6 8 7

9 5 8 2 6 7 4 3 1

3 8 1 6 9 2 7 5 4

7 2 4 5 8 3 1 6 9

5 6 9 1 7 4 8 2 3

6 4 5 3 1 8 9 7 2

8 1 3 7 2 9 5 4 6

2 9 7 4 5 6 3 1 8

Random:304230389­v3­26­L1

5 1 9 2 3 7 6 8 4 4 7 6 9 1 8 2 5 3

2 9 1 4 7 8 5 3 6

4 5 9 1 8 6 7 2 3

1 3 2 9 5 7 6 8 4

7 8 6 3 2 4 1 9 5

Random:304230396­v3­26­L1

7 9 4 8 3 5 1 2 6

5 2 1 6 4 9 3 8 7

8 3 6 2 7 1 9 5 4

6 5 9 4 2 3 8 7 1

1 8 2 7 9 6 4 3 5

4 7 3 1 5 8 2 6 9

9 4 8 3 6 7 5 1 2

2 1 7 5 8 4 6 9 3

3 6 5 9 1 2 7 4 8

Random:304230393­v3­26­L1 Crossword Answer

1 7 3 2 5 6 9 4 8

2 5 9 4 8 7 1 3 6

4 8 6 9 3 1 2 5 7

6 2 8 5 1 3 7 9 4

7 9 5 8 6 4 3 1 2

3 4 1 7 2 9 6 8 5

9 6 7 1 4 5 8 2 3

8 1 4 3 7 2 5 6 9

5 3 2 6 9 8 4 7 1

Random:304230390­v3­26­L1 Sudoku Answer

Random:304230400­v3­26­L1

5 8 2 6 1 9 7 4 3

6 4 3 2 8 7 1 9 5

8 5 1 3 4 7 9 2 6 4 2 3 5 6 9 1 8 7

7 1 9 5 4 3 6 2 8

4 3 5 9 2 6 8 7 1

9 2 7 8 3 1 4 5 6

8 6 1 4 7 5 9 3 2

3 5 8 1 9 4 2 6 7

1 7 4 3 6 2 5 8 9

2 9 6 7 5 8 3 1 4

Random:304230397­v3­26­L1

4 3 7 5 8 1 2 6 9

6 9 5 7 3 2 8 1 4

2 8 1 6 9 4 3 5 7

3 7 8 2 5 9 1 4 6

1 4 6 8 7 3 9 2 5

9 5 2 1 4 6 7 3 8

5 2 4 9 1 7 6 8 3

8 6 9 3 2 5 4 7 1

7 1 3 4 6 8 5 9 2

Random:304230394­v3­26­L1

6 2 8 3 4 1 9 5 7

4 1 7 2 9 5 8 6 3

3 9 5 6 8 7 2 4 1

8 5 6 1 7 2 3 9 4

2 4 3 9 5 8 1 7 6

1 7 9 4 6 3 5 8 2

7 8 1 5 3 6 4 2 9

9 6 2 8 1 4 7 3 5

5 3 4 7 2 9 6 1 8

Random:304230391­v3­26­L1

1 9 7 4 5 6 2 3 8 6 2 3 1 8 9 5 4 7

14 Student is taking his work to heart (7)

4

1 2 8 7 9 4 3 5 6

3 6 5 2 9 1 8 4 7

12 Pecuniary interest has comic one in trouble (8)

9

7 6

4 5 6 3 1 8 9 7 2

1

9

6

8

Random:304230395­v3­26­L1

8 4 7 5 6 3 2 1 9

17 Gentlest arrangement latterly come with a sting

2

9 5

5 1 4 7 3 2 9 6 8

15 Sores do better in the fresh air (5)

8 2 6

4

6 7 3 8 1 9 4 5 2

2

5

9 2 8 6 4 5 3 7 1

3

7

Random:304230399­v3­26­L1

5 9

6

7 2 9 6 3 4 5 8 1

2

1

3 6

3

5

1

6

3 8 6 1 9 5 7 2 4

5

1 8

1 6

7

5 1 4 8 2 7 6 3 9

© Kjell.Ericson@haxx.se.

5

3

5

3 2 8 1

9 5 3 7 8 1 4 6 2

Call 0425 477 639

4

2 9

5

6 9

6 4 8 9 5 2 3 1 7

Bribie Islander!

3

2

8

1 7 2 3 4 6 8 9 5

4

6

8

1/1

8

9

2 6 5 4 1 3 9 7 8

6

8 1

5

5 6 2

4 9 7 2 6 8 1 5 3

2

3 7

3

7

8 3 1 5 7 9 2 4 6

9 3 6 1 7 8 3 4 9 2 3 1 4 5 9 9 6 1 9 6 5 3 8 Advertise your

2 9 the business 3 with

9

6 4

Random:304230398­v3­26­L1

Search 9 5 Dog Word 2 3 4 6 2 2 1 7 6 1 3 8 3 8 4 8 9 5 2 3

9

4

© Kjell.Ericson@haxx.se.

1

2

9

3 5

https://kjell.haxx.se/sudoku/

8 1

5 6

4

1 8

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

fishing bribie

Beautiful eating brown Maori cod caught inside the bay.

Well what a beautiful m​​onth of weather we have just had. Nice steady stable weather patterns, have meant calm conditions throughout most of May, hopefully this weather continues into June and July. The whales have just shown up off the Cape,​​as we speak, which usually means water temperature will be dropping very soon. The current out offshore has been slowly pushing up the East Coast, making it a great time to target those inshore reefs and wrecks.

At the moment there has been good numbers and species holding on all the local systems. The list of species you can encounter off Bribie is endless.​​There are so many areas and spots to target,​​​​ Smiths, Roberts, Brennan’s, Hutchies, Tempest, Wide Caloundra,​​12 mile, and Square Patch are a few systems in close proximity to Bribie. Most of these areas are quite large structures with plenty of bombies and pinnacles spread throughout. Sounding around all contour lines and reef pressure points will certainly find you some nice spots.

A pinnacle or rock patch the size of a car, can potentially hold up to 20-30 fish.

Spending time sounding up these spots ​ i​s essential. As once you have found them, you can then drop in and have a

quick drift or anchor up and set up a nice Berkeley trail. It’s amazing how much a difference, having a good berley trail​c​ an improve your catch rates. Depending on the depth and current will depend on which berley technique you use. Up to 30m and slight current, throw out a few handfuls of cut up fish, prawns, crab shells, oyster shells, sand, bread and tuna oil mix. If over 30m to 100m, drop down berley bombs, on your anchor chain top d-shackle. I use the same mix in a mesh cylinder style berley bomb, attached to the shackle. Then every 20mins or so, give your anchor rope a jiggle, this technique works great in deep water.

Grass/spangles/Redthroat​,​ Sweetlip, snapper, Pearlies, Moses Perch, Goldspot Wrasse, Husser, Large and small mouth Nannagi, Red Emperor, Coronation Trout, Coral Trout, Venus Tuskfish, Green Jobfish,​p ​ lus about four or five different species of Cod are all species encountered on these grounds.

Living in this part of the world means we get a good mix of Northern and Southern species. T ​ ​hese are some of the best eating species. Kingfish, Trevally, Mowong, Tuna, Amberjack and various Sharks also caught around these reefs.

| 59

by Vin Donovan

A nice pair of bay snapper The Bay too has been fishing well, with plenty of​n ​ ice Snapper, Sweetlip, Cobia, Cod, Tuna, Kingies, and Trevally being caught throughout. The ledges, wrecks and rock formations in the Bay, holding the bait, therefore holding the fish. Using lighter rigs and fluorocarbon lines will ensure you will outsmart these finneky fish. But​,​it’s that happy medi​um​! Going to​o​light could cost you that trophy fish.

The Mackeral and Tuna have still been smashing the bait schools in the Bay and the Caloundra shallows. Sharks still following closely, especially as the annual mullet schools run up the East beach around this time of year. The Passage has been fishing really good, with Whiting, Bream and Flatties making up the bulk of the catches.​​There’s also been some nice Snapper and Jewies ​ being​caught. Cooks, The Bridge, 112’s the ripples and along the Buckleys Ledge ​ is ​a good place to start looking for Jew and Snaps. Live baits, cuttlefish, Pillies​​ and flesh baits​are t​ he best baits. Whiting love blood worms and yabbies. Bream generally not that fussy, mullet gut, prawns,​​chook gut and most flesh baits working well. Night time seems to be better for the bream and whiting. Flatties taking plastics, Hardbodies and Pillies.

Sand crabs have been thick as and really

never have an off season. We target and catch good numbers of Sandcrabs all year. Still muddies about, try any of the passage creeks or drains. So yet again another great month to head out and enjoy what this wonderful area h ​ ​as to offer​!​ Tight lines and don’t destroy what you came to enjoy.

Gold-spot wrasse, yummo!

60 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

letters to the editor

Dear Editor, A great paper with loads of useful information, the crime report is exceptionally good. I would like to discuss the letter in issue 33 (April) by C. Frost Bellara, I thought that I could remember something, then it came to me. A couple of years ago I received an email from a friend, so I checked my archives and there it was. I then did a Google search on “All the girls had ugly gym slips. It took five minutes for the TV to warm up.” There it was word for word, so anyone can go to the U3A and learn how to do a ctrl ‘C’ ctrl ‘V’. I will give my personal guarantee that this letter is all my own work.

Regards, Eric Adams Dear Editor, I loved Lurline Thompson’s ‘letter to the editor’....totally agreed with her. Then I got to read it again and once again I agreed.

Great letter both times Desley Gibson Dear Editor, Love your work again, thank you so much for your support. If I’m lucky enough to get another mention in the next issue, can I possibly ask if I could get my phone number mentioned please, just for those that might not have Facebook. I should have mentioned it in my first message to you. It’s 0432 261 784. Of course that’s only IF I happen to get another mention. I appreciate everything you’ve done for me already heaps.

A J’s Helping hand Dear Editor, Letter to Mr Wilson What a wonderful article on Tonle clothing in the Islander this week - not to mention all the other articles you’ve written. You are certainly busy!

You presented the workshop in Cambodia absolutely accurately, I could see you had done your research. It’s a great article and I send heartfelt thanks on behalf of the workshop ladies.

Let’s hope the sustainability message will catch on with consumers.

Thanks once again Neil.

Warm regards, Paula Winch Inner Room Dear Editor, Just letting you know that the results are now in from the first 6 months of oyster gardening in Australia’s first Community Oyster Gardening Initiative on Bribie Island. Average survival was around 85% which is pretty good, with no real difference in survival between gardens with only Sydney rock oysters (blue tags) and the mixed species community gardens (green tags). Growth was steady being around 4-5% shell length on average for sydney rock oysters, again with little difference in average growth between the two treatments, but with large variations between individual gardens.

Even though not all people reported on garden associates, a 600% increase in colonisation of the gardens was recorded in April compared to November.

Please find attached a summary of the data to date for rock oysters showing summary data as well as spatial data. I also did some work of my own on leaf oysters and recorded an impressive growth rate (mean 18% increase in shell height) and a whopping 52% increase in shell weight over the 6 months....

If you have any questions or inquiries about these data, please do not hesitate

to contact me for more information.

Sincerely, Dr Ben Diggles Restore Pumicestone Passage.org

Dear Editor, At last an Immigration Minister dealing with the so called Refugees​.​ It is rewarding to finally see a Minister (Mr Dutton) finally dealing with so called refugees.

After several years (in luxury given by the taxpayers of Australia) we may finally see those who claim to be​b ​ one-fide refugees finally repatriated back to where they came from.

After a lengthy period living in luxury they will finally be sent packing.

It is time that common-sense prevailed with all the bleeding hearts and professional protesters to stand down and let​ ​common-sense prevail.

If you are not a refugee then you get sent “packing” I often wonder why “so called refugees” would travel through 6 or more countries to get to Australia, the UK, France or other rather than the first safe haven.

Perhaps there was no free welfare, or other benefits?

When you start being too easy with who you allow in to the country think about what is happening around the world; in France, Germany, and recently the UK​​ (Manchester and our Lindt tragedy)!

C Frost​, Bribie Island Dear Editor, I’m emailing the publications we advertise with to urge you to consider an editorial piece or feature on increasingly sophisticated scams. As a reminder, particularly to our less tech savvy and therefore more vulnerable seniors citizens I am learning of ever increasing fraud tactics targeting senior citizens. Praying on their honesty and vulnerability. And it’s no longer just dodgy emails re ‘inheritances’ being held in foreign bank accounts or the situations where scammers under the guise of banks etc try to get sensitive information from people.

I have heard a number of cases lately of people being called posing as ‘computer technicians’ that ask seniors to log in an run various ‘tests’ to check their connection or whatever but they are really attempts to hack and take control of the computer and/or mine sensitive information incl all cached data for bank accounts etc. One risks being cleared out of not just the bank but on/via every account they have. Along with identity theft.

Financial scams targeting seniors have become so prevalent that they’re now considered “the crime of the 21st century.”

Why? Because seniors are thought to have a significant amount of money sitting in their accounts.

These types of scams also often go unreported or can be difficult to prosecute or for victims to recover losses. Let alone the emotional implications of such crime which is so devastating to many older adults, leaving them in a very vulnerable position and without time/career and often any savings to recoup and survive their losses.

It’s not just wealthy seniors who are targeted. It’s all, including those on lowincomes and with little wider support e.g. a proactive family member who can educate them or be available to cross check or discuss things with.

I really feel this is a message that needs to be continually promoted given the

increasingly pervasive nature of this type of crime and the devastating consequences for those affected We hope to see it covered in your coming editions!

Thank you in advance :) Ali Cassels Parker Property Group Pty Ltd

Dear Editor, Petty journalism by TV Media – Schapelle Corby’s return I watched the TV Media and so called Journalists running around trying to generate more than “just the release of someone who has done their time” I am of course referring to Schapelle Corby.

One reporter was trying to make the subject matter more important by referring to days in captivity rather than the 12 years or so that she was in jail.

Let us remember that she was convicted of having drugs in her possession, and is a convicted drug smuggler.

Stop trying to make more out of her situation than it is, and trying to glamorise what really is not worthy of headlines.

Le​ave​the woman alone and allow her the dignity of coming home and getting readjusted to living back in Australia.

Are the Media so desperate for a story?

C Frost Dear Editor, After a month flat on my back after the dreadful accident on the bus from Caboolture, the fractured spine and other damage does not want to heal, I have managed to get this together so that the follow up will happen so hope I am not too late.

I am very grateful for the untiring work of Peter Sheehan who took up the challenge on my behalf with Jeanette and Ross from Spinal Life Australia. The group is now formed and the collection o​f​minds and future support will be met with the needs of Spinal life and Polio Survivors as a Local entity.

Thank you for your support and encouragement​.​ Local commitment for Locals.

Kindest regards Bill​Peacock, Bellara.​ PS:​W ​ hen I have some relief I would love to chat and exchange some stories with the wonderful woman who writes on the people she has met and worked with in the entertainment industries, it would be great to exchange stories and reminisce​.​ Ed: Thanks Bill Peacock, I hope you get well soon mate, looking forward to catching up. Her name is Helly Kemp.

Dear Editor, This happened to my car at the car park at Banksia Beach.

This is also not the first time it has happened. On review of others I have spoken to today this happens far too often in fact 3 times in 14 months for me. I saw someone do this to another car last week at the woolies car park Bribie shopping

centre. Lucky the owner was sitting in the car so hers was sorted. I think awareness needs to be raised. Now I am tossing up if I should even bother to get it fixed this time as this is costing a fortune. Or my other option is spending more money to buy a dash cam with movement detection.

Sorry I missed the cut off today but I am so frustrated. I am at the shops for work not shopping and cannot believe this is the third time.

Theresa Ed: Wow 3 times in such a short space.

Dear Editor, Could you please give our event some coverage/advertising in your newspaper?

Our group is called “FOCUS ON FELLOWSHIP” and we are a group of Christian Women representing the various churches on Bribie Island. We call ourselves Focus on Fellowship and basically that’s what we do. We have been active now for thirteen years. We don’t have a president, secretary or treasurer, and we don’t raise funds and we don’t charge for functions, but we achieve our purpose of sharing information, collaborating and demonstrating ecumenism in the name of Christ and reaching out to the wider community of Bribie Island and surrounds, in love, peace and hope.

We convene three functions a year. The annual fashion parade in June, highlighting the Island Op-shops is held at the Little Flower Church has become a must on the social calendar. Last year the parade was attended by 330 people. We also hold two morning teas in April and October. The morning teas are held on a rotating basis at the different churches.

We do ask that guests bring a plate of food to share at functions and the spread produced is amazing and most enjoyable.

Kay Benson Member of Focus on Fellowship - 3408​​ 1058

DO YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO SAY? WRITE A LETTER TO THE EDITOR AND VOICE YOUR LOCAL OPINION! thebribieislander@gmail.com PO BOX 116 Bribie Island 4507

DISCLAIMER & INDEMNITY: The opinions expressed by contributors to this page are not necessarily those of the Editor and staff of The Bribie Islander and no responsibility is taken for any information contained in this correspondence or any errors or omissions that may occur during publication. The Contributor agrees to indemnify The Bribie Islander and it’s associates against any claims that may arise from the content of their contribution.

thebribieislander

ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0448 932 484

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

| 61

CLASSIFIEDS

Did you know? You can now drop in your classified adverts into our office at Bongaree Arcade Shop 9 Behind Cafe By The Sea! THE ONLY PAPER WITH AN OFFICE ON BRIBIE

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

2011 JAYCO CONQUEST WITH A HYUNDAI GETZ TOW CAR ON A FRAME​​ READY TO TRAVEL.​ The motor home is on a 3ltr Fiat Ducato, in good condition it has covered 34000 k ​ ’s​, it ​sleeps 4 comfortably (4 berth)​. The car has covered 103000k’s​, it is in good condition and is very cheap to run and great to use to pop to the shops or a day out while the van is set up.​I​t has​a tow bar and a​n a​frame fitted professionally​, ​with​all the associated paperwork.

14ft Catamaran sail boat $1000 call Ivan 0477 666 363

FOR SALE

Included in the sale are the following: • • • • • • • •

Ford Falcon SR Series 3 colour white Low Km’s 112,000 Very Good Condition, new fitted full gasket set call Dorothy $4250 ONO 0439 441 518

4 New Tires Fitted Windscreen Cover Fitted Bike Rack, Awning Shades That Fit To The Front And 2 Sides.

Tv/Dvd Player.

Water Hose With New Charcoal Filter.

Electric Lead 2 New Leisure Batteries

• • • • • • • • •

New Starter Battery 2Kw Inverter.

Honda 2​ ​Kva ​Generator Outside Table 2 Chairs And 2 Stools Gas Bbq And Gas External Cooker Kettle Toaster,​​Pans (As New)

There are a lot of other bits and pieces included​, please call to view the van set up at Ningi, would suit a buyer looking for a nice clean example that’s been well looked after and has had little use.

Call Richard on 0425 477 639.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

Off-road camper trailer by Austrailers water tank, tap, pull-out kitchen, Anderson plug for 12 V x 4 outlets to charge phones etc. 2 tubes for roof poles, 2 x jerry can / water holders, new led lights, new paint, Ningi 4511. $2000.

0499 642 701

Advertise your business with The Bribie Islander!

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

10 Metre Bayliner Ceira 2858 Currently Moored at Pacific Harbour Marina on Bribie.

$70,000 Please contact Steve on 0418 228 392 or 3408 3093

THE

BRIBIE ISLANDER SHOP LOCAL, SPEND LOCAL & SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES!

OWNER/EDITOR Richard Whetlor

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Adhil Naidu

PHOTOGRAPHY Shane Reynolds

For Sale Mobility Scooter 10 months old $2300 Greg.

Bribie.

0413 650 851

0448 932 484

thebribieislander@gmail.com facebook.com/thebribieislander www.bribieislander.com PO Box 116, Bribie Island 4507

JOURNALIST Neil Wilson

ADVERTISING MANAGER Rachel Purtill

CIRCULATION: 17,000 The Bribie Islander (theBIS) is delivered to homes and businesses in the following areas: Bribie Island (all suburbs), Ningi, Godwin Beach, Spinnaker Marina, Bribie Pines, Sandstone Point, Sandstone Lakes Newsagency’s and businesses.

Beachmere, Toorbul, Meldale, Donnybrook and Lear Jet Drive. You can find the Bribie Islander in Stands at Bongaree Hot Bread Shop, Scoopy’s, Wrights Fruit Barn, Ningi Fruit Barn, Woorim Meats, Sanstone Point IGA & Woolies Complex on Bribie.

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED.

FOR SALE

Mig Welder CIG weld skill 100 MIG gasless welding machine as new 12 months old $185.

Garden Line 4 Stroke QHL lawn mower as new $80.

Porta Potty/Shower Tent never used $85. Anti Sway bars small van $30 Motor vehicle luggage rack 900 x 1250 $50.

3m Coleman Gazebo perfect condition Peter $50. Bongaree

0418 209 819 DEADLINES : News Items/Calendar of Events: 20th Day of the Month.

Advertising: Bookings 20th Day of the Month.

Copy Deadline: 25th Day of the Month.

DISCLAIMER & INDEMNITY: The opinions expressed by contributors to this page are not necessarily those of the Editor and staff of The Bribie Islander and no responsibility is taken for any information contained in this correspondence or any errors or omissions that may occur during publication. The Contributor agrees to indemnify The Bribie Islander and it’s associates against any claims that may arise from the content of their contribution.

Directory

62 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

licence with us at darts Q-ride Caboolture. We offer refresher courses, lessons and licences 7 a week so you could be on Shopdays Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy competency standards help that scooter scootin around way ensure that every learner achieves sooner than you think!!! Come in for a visit or call us on 5432 3617 the same level of assessment. darts rider training school, at or 1300 032787 all times has the safety of their Q-ride training and assessment learners as their number one will provide you with the priority. We also have a selection demonstrated skills and of accessories and safety gear with observation, road rules and the best prices in town! road craft awareness. Q-ride

Let’s t I p BUSINESS DIRECTORY e e K Bribie Tax Accounting Local! Ph. Richard on 0425 477 639 to book your space or email thebribieislander@gmail.com PHONE: 0432 738 664

ES

ey

Meryl Tierney

M. Prof Acc Postgrad.Dip Bus (PFP) NTAAF ATI Com Dec.

PRINCIPAL

Accounting & Tax Requirements completed for:

For bookings phone Richard on 0425 477 639 or email: thebribieislander@gmail.com

BUSINESS INDIVIDUALS  GST – preparation and  Maximise ACCOUNTANTS &lodgement TAX SERVICES of BAS deductions  Prior year returns  Tax compliance and Meryl Tierney planning  Investments Acc Postgrad.Dip  Small business Bus tax (PFP)  Rental propertiesM. Prof NTAAF ATI Com Dec. advice  Assistance with of financial missing payment  PreparationPRINCIPAL Free statements summaries e l i A b ir o c

AUTO ELECTRICIANS

CARAVAN SERVICE & REPAIRS BUILDING APPROVALS

Directory Directory

t’Wes repair & service anything!

PAL

or:

nd

ond Check &itioning Accounting & Tax Requirements te P: 07 3408 7566 F: 07 3408completed 8914 Quofor: 13 Warana Avenue, BUSINESS Bellara Q 4507 INDIVIDUALS  GSTQ–4507 preparation and PO Maximise Box 82, Bribie Island lodgement of BAS deductions E: admin@bribietaxaccounting.com.au  Prior year returns  Tax compliance and planning www.bribietaxaccounting.com.au Investments

auto electrical AUTO ELECTRICIANS CES ey etWe ’s repair & service anything!

 Small business tax  Rental properties AUTO ELECTRICIANS advice  Assistance with missing payment  Preparation of financial statements summaries

ES ng ey

or:

or: PFP) nd Dec.

PAL

ng

and

or:

Gndial

cial

s

cial

G

Bribie Bribie auto electrical

rv 4WDs  Cars  Trucks& Quote Se www.bribietaxaccounting.com.au AUTO ELECTRICIANS

 Marine  Trailer  Commercial

We repair & service anything!

 DualilBatteries  Electronic Brake Controllers Fr Airconditee Mob e Check & ioning ce Lines  Computer Scanning Quote ServiFridge  4 Wheel Drives  Marine Specialists Engine  Ignition Air Conditioning Injection  ABS/SRS  Electronic Protection Sales  Service  Rust Repairs

auto electrical Bribie

Air Conditioning Specialists electrical  auto Sales  Service  Repairs

Specialists Karsten Schurmann Proprietor in:

4WDsSpecialists  Cars  Trucks Air  Conditioning Specialists in: Ph:  Marine  Commercial  Sales   Trailer Service  Repairs  4WDs  Cars  Specialists in: 177 First Ave, Bribie Island Trucks Fax: 3408 2002  Dual Batteries  Electronic Brake Controllers  Marine  Trailer  4WDs  CarsCommercial Trucks BATTERIES  Marine  Trailer  Commercial  Fridge Lines  Computer Scanning bOWEN THERAPY Dual Batteries Electronic Brake Controllers Controllers 4Dual Wheel Drives  Electronic Marine  Engine  Ignition Batteries Brake Fridge Lines Computer Computer Scanning  Fridge Lines  Injection  ABS/SRS ElectronicScanning Rust Protection  44 Wheel Drives  Marine  Engine Wheel Drives Proprietor Marine  Engine  Ignition Ignition Karsten Schurmann  Injection  ABS/SRS  Electronic Rust Protection Bowen Therapy is a relaxing, Karsten InjectionSchurmann  ABS/SRSProprietor  Electronic Rust Protection subtle and non-invasive therapy that encourages body to heal !

Karsten Schurmann Batteries atProprietor The BestthePrice Ph: itself. It is particularly suitable

3408 1002

Bribie Island

bowen

S3408LAR 1002

G

n

5

n

n

wn, oved o nd .

85

on

ool!

wn, oved to d’. and .

5

3408 1002

Ph: Call Us Last ToforSAVE $$$’$ skeletal, Fax: joint and muscle2002 177 First Ave, Bribie Island 3408 177 First Ave, Bribie Island Fax: 3408 2002

177 First Ave, Bribie

10 Honeymyrtle St, Bribie Island

Phone Sue 0455 855 071

problems. Back and neck, knee problems, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, blood pressure, spinal Island Fax: 3408 2002 problems, migraines, baby colic and sports injuries.

BTAA registered - Health Fund Rebates

Bowen Therapy is a relaxing, 9/9 Toorbul Street, Bribie Island, 4507 • 0499 701 New business in town, we have Bongaree, recently moved from Hervey Bayand to beautiful Bribie to live642 the Dream. subtle non-invasive therapy that encourages the body to heal Bowen Therapy is a relaxing, itself. It is particularly suitable subtle and non-invasive therapy for skeletal, joint and muscle that encourages heal problems.

Back the andbody neck,toknee problems, frozen shoulder, tennis itself.

It is particularly suitable FR elbow, pressure, spinal EE! THEblood MINI Bowen Therapy isanda relaxing, for skeletal, joint muscle problems, migraines, baby colic BRIBIE ISLANDER subtle andBack non-invasive COMMUNITY MAGAZINE problems. and neck,therapy knee and sports injuries.

10 Honeymyrtle St, Bribie Island

bowen

www.bribieislandsolar.com.au

CAFES & RESTAURANTS HAVE YOU SEEN that encourages the body to heal Phone Sue 0455OUR 855 071 problems, frozen shoulder, tennis Every BODY Loves Bowen!

Dugong Bistro MINI? Shop Local, Spend Local, Support Our Local Economy

|1

ISSUE 05 | MAY / JUN 2017

itself. blood It is particularly suitable elbow, pressure, spinal for skeletal, joint andbaby muscle problems, migraines, colic problems.

Back and neck, knee and sports injuries.

10 Honeymyrtle St, Bribie Island frozen shoulder, tennis The Mini Sue Bribie 0455 Islander855 is the071 Phone BRIBIE’S UNIQUE VIEWS Nestled within thesister Solanderproblems, Lakes Bowls Club publication of The Bribie Islander elbow, blood pressure, spinal BTAA registered Health Fund Rebates in the form of an A4 gloss yousizewill discover Dugong Bistro. problems, migraines, baby colic magazine, two weeks New business inpublished town, we have recently moved from Hervey Bay to beautiful Bribie to live the Dream. after the main paper. and sports injuries.

10 Honeymyrtle St, Bribie Island BTAA registered - Health Fund Rebates

New business in town, we have recently moved from Hervey Bay to beautiful Bribie to live the Dream.

HaveCAFES you spotted a Dugong “locally”? & RESTAURANTS

Every BODY Loves Bowen!

Dugong Bistro

SPECIAL

CAFES & RESTAURANTS

Phone Sue 0455 855 071 Reef Beef only Every BODY Loves Bowen!

Look out‘n’ for- Health IssueFund 05 due BTAA registered Rebates Have you spotted out on the 17th of June! a Dugong “locally”?

WE MAKE POOLS FUN

POOL SUPPLIES, ON-SITE SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Karen Campbell

0419 142 744

$21.00 Saturday night Nestled themoved Solander Bowls Club New business in town, wewithin have recently from HerveyLakes Bay to beautiful Bribie to live the Dream.

41 BENABROW AVE | PHONE 3408 6246

Cover photo: Grip N Rip Photography Shane T. Reynolds.

you will discover Dugong Bistro.

SPECIAL SPECIAL

CAFES & RESTAURANTS

E

POOL COMPLIANCE

service, repair, accessories & fitting We offer a variety of services including pre-lodgement and lodgement meetings, onsite visits and free quotes. Each building approval is tailored to site specific conditions.

• • • • • •

Online Building Approvals Council Applications Pool Certification & Compliance Domestic Outbuildings Demolition Permits & Removal Buildings Alterations & Additions

General enquiries: info@moretonbaybc.com.au Phone: 0447 123 879 www.moretonbaybc.com.au

CARAVAN REPAIRS CARAVANSERVICE SERVICE &&REPAIRS JB Caravans

“Your Best Electrical Connection” Domestic – Commercial – Industrial

Your Local Electrician BOB GREENE

Quality work that comes with 25 years experience NO CALL-OUT FEE – PENSIONER DISCOUNTS

Phone 0429 197 606 cgreene5@iinet.net.au

Lic. No. 70390

HOME RENOVATION FENCINg

M.E.M. FENCING

PELICAN TILING

BRIBIE ISLAND

Our spaciOus & mOdern wOrkshOp can cater fOr all Of yOur caravan requirements.

Services include: • Servicing and Maintenance • Repair & Insurance Work • Solar Power and Battery management installations • Tow vehicle battery management and setup • Exclusive dealers and installers of Dexter Stability Control • Accessories supplied and Installed • We can also install brake controllers, Dual battery & Anderson plug wiring to your vehicle.

Come in and browse our accessories store with major brands such as Aussie Traveller, Projecta, Redarc, Dometic and Companion.

16 years on Bribie Colorbond, Timber, Glass & Aluminium Pool Fencing Retainer Walls • Block Walls ANDScreening NEW HOMES Custom Gates• •RENOVATIONS Sliding • Slat

service, repair, accessories & fitting 2/59-61 Lear Jet Dr, Caboolture

IRRIGATION

CARAVAN SERVICE & REPAIRS

JB Caravans serviCe Centre

Ph. (07) 5432 4225

Email: service@jbcaravanssc.com.au Our spaciOus & mOdern wOrkshOp can cater fOr all Of yOur caravan requirements.

Services include: • Servicing and Maintenance Our spaciOus & mOdern wOrkshOp can cater fOr • Repair & Insurance Work allBattery Of yOur caravaninstallations requirements.

• Solar Power and management include: •Services Tow vehicle battery management and setup Servicingdealers and Maintenance ••Exclusive and installers of Dexter Stability Control Repair & spaciOus Insurance Our & mOdern ••Accessories suppliedWork and Installed wOrkshOp can cater fOr all Of yOur caravan requirements.

• Solar Power and Battery management installations •Services We can also install brake controllers, Dual battery & Anderson plug include: • Towtovehicle battery management and setup wiring yourand vehicle.

• Servicing Maintenance • Repair Exclusive dealers and installers of Dexter Stability Control • & Insurance Work Come inPower and browse ourand accessories with major brands such as • and Battery management installations • Solar Accessories supplied Installed store Aussie Traveller, Projecta, Redarc, Dometic andAnderson Companion.

• Tow vehicle battery management and setup •• Exclusive We can also install brake controllers, Dual battery plug dealers and installers of Dexter Stability & Control wiring to your vehicle.

• Accessories supplied and Installed • We can2/59-61 also install brake controllers, Dual Caboolture battery & Anderson plug Lear Jet Dr, Cometoinyour and vehicle. browse our accessories store with major brands such as wiring Aussie Projecta, Redarc, Dometic Companion.

Come in andTraveller, browse our accessories store with and major brands such as Ph. (07) 5432 4225

• BATHROOM RENOVATION

Ph. Mike 0429SPECIALISTS 355 467 • FLOORING

• QUALITY COMPETITIVE PRICE. for a FREE WORK, QUOTE

Showroom:BRIBIE 3/17 Armitage Street.

BASED

QBCC No. 1133566

FOR MORE INFO CALL JOEL

0402 499 349

CARPENTERS

SUNCOAST CARPENTRY

Bribie local for 25 years!

Paul: 0448 270 312

Pressure Pumps • Spear Pumps • Submersible Pumps • Sprinklers, Sprayers, Misters • Fittings, Pipe & Hose ALL PUMP REPAIRS - (Done by Waterama)

MEDICAL CENTRE

Aussie Traveller, Projecta, Redarc, Dometic and Companion.

Email: service@jbcaravanssc.com.au

2/59-61 Lear 2/59-61 Lear Jet Jet Dr, Dr, Caboolture Caboolture e: suncoastcarpentry@gmail.com Ph. (07) 5432 4225 CARPENTERS Email: service@jbcaravanssc.com.au Pergolas, decks, fencing, Ph. (07) 5432 4225

Email: service@jbcaravanssc.com.au

CARPENTERS concreting,CARPENTERS tiling, renovations,Bribie CARPENTERS locBaril bfoier repairs & maintenance loc

SUNCOAST SUNCOAST CARPENTRY CARPENTRY SUNCOAST COMMUNITY SERVICES Ph: 3408 1002 ss bOWEN THERAPY bOWEN THERAPY Paul: 0448 0448 270 270 312 312 Paul: CARPENTRY e: suncoastcarpentry@gmail.com s bowen Every BODY Loves Bowen! bOWEN THERAPY bowen Paul: 0448 270 312

G

Sh

TOWN PLANNING APPLICATIONS

Directory Specialists in:

ELECTRICIANS ELECTRICIANS

JB Caravans

Air Conditioning Specialists L serviCe Centre ney epP: Free t JB Caravans I 07 3408 7566 F: 07 3408 8914 e l i Sales  &Service Repairs serviceanything!

Aircondit b orepair e 13WeMWarana K PFP) service, repair, accessories & fitting Avenue, Bellara Q 4507 PAL C heck & Qioning serviCe Centre e c i v r Dec. F e bilPh. reueote your space or email thebribieislander@gmail.com lM!Box ial ocPO Bribie Island Q 4507 e Richard on 0425 477 639 Airconto L E:aSadmin@bribietaxaccounting.com.au o 82, ditiobook service, repair, accessories & fitting ngPAL Check ning ice

PFP) Dec.

Brisbane Northside QRide Motorcycle Training & Licensing

BUILDING APPROVALS

serviCe Centre LeetBribie Tax Accounting s M ’ e L t c i I v p Ser e e K ngeep lI!t KLoca Bribie Ph. Richard on 0425 477 639 to book your space or email thebribieislander@gmail.com al! Ph. Richard on 0425 477 639 to book yourCARAVAN c o space or email thebribieislander@gmail.com L SERVICE & REPAIRS AUTO ELECTRICIANS ES

PFP) Dec.

Em

for 25 yBeraaiblrsie 25 years! ! local for 25 years!

op “faithfully serving Shop e:ousuncoastcarpentry@gmail.com r community” clothes

furniture Pergolas, decks, fencing, Bedding electronics concreting, tiling, renovations, Pergolas, decks, fencing, collectables e: suncoastcarpentry@gmail.com repairs & maintenance 3410 0365 Mon-Fri 8.30-3.30 Sat 8.30-12pm concreting, tiling, renovations, FOOD CONCRETE repairs & maintenance Pergolas, decks, fencing, CO-OP COMMUNITY SERVICES

bribie concreting, ithfully serving tiling, renovations, op “fawhOleness Shop y” nit mu com ourcentre storehouse COMMUNITY SERVICES repairs & maintenance coUNSeLLiNG tues & fri

Tues & Wed by Appointment 3410 0375

rving hfully se0365 “fait 3410 our community”

8.30am-12pm

clothes furniture Bedding electronics collectables

op Shop

FOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES BRICK &SALES CONCRETE PAVING CO-OP COMPUTER & REPAIRS bribie

Mon-Fri 8.30-3.30 Sat 8.30-12pm

clothes furniture Bedding electronics collectables

PAVING op serving & SANDSTONE fullyGRANITE thcentre “faiwhOleness storehouse Wide range ofShop quality unity”RETAINING WALLS r comm0365 oucoUNSeLLiNG 3410 tues &8.30-3.30 fri Mon-Fri Sat 8.30-12pm clothes Tues & Wed by Appointment products at everyday 8.30am-12pm 3410 0375 lowFOOD prices!furniture Bedding electronics CO-OP QBCC No 1009730 0418 724 449 The Team for all your Computer and office needs COMPUTER SALES & REPAIRS collectables

3410 0365 whOleness centre

bribie storehouseproducts at everyday

Mon-Fri 8.30-3.30 Sat 8.30-12pm Wide range of quality

Advertise your business with the Bribie Islander!

Call Richard Whetlor 0425 477 639

the islander pet pics Share with The Bribie Islander your funny pet photos!

It’s all ‘fun and games’ til someone has to wear a cone! Email photos to thebribieislander@gmail.com

W w



3/7 Em

P

on with

sing

70390

POOL & SPA EQUIPMENT Woorim Make friends whilst helping the PLASTERERS Bribie Island thebribieislander ADVERTISING/NEWS THE BRIBIE ISLANDER JUNE Community 2017 - ISSUE 35 | 63 Medical CentreCALL 0448 932 484 Travis Fitzgerald trading as

Trowel skilled

Ph. 3410 1155

exTeriors

BUSINESS DIRECTORY TILING & RENOVATIONS POOL,PLUMBING PUMP AND M.E. TILING & PANELS RENOVATIONS MOBILE hoSE HOSE FITTERS SOLAR MoBILE FITTERS • • • •

Increase market value and appeal Most homes entire front aspect Low set Under $1500 Mesh render systems over nearly anything • Incidental brickwork • Render sealer any colour.

Shop 4/8 North St, Woorim QLD 4507 Email: admin@woorimmedical.com.au

IRRIGATION SUPPLIES P. 0402 499 550 trowelskilledexteriors@hotmail.com

MOBILE HOSEFIXERS

0409 253 536

We come to you! Home, workplace & roadside too!

BRIBIE BASED LOCAL BUSINESS LET’S KEEP IT LOCAL!

41 Benabrow Bribie Island PAINTERS ANDSt, DECoRAToRS N IAL O SPEC WATER HOT DERS CYLIN ONTH M THIS

PhBrookfield 3408 6246 Alan BLOCKED DRAINS RENOVATIONS SOLAR WHIRLY BIRDS TAPS & TOILETS

Painter and& STORAGE REMOVALS Decorator SIONER

AJ ectory

cing

 Power Steering Hose Specialist  Gerni Hoses 3/76 Lear Jet Drive, Caboolture. Fax: 5499 0587 Email: mhfcab@mobilehosefixers.com

ook your Ph. space or email thebribieislander@gmail.com 5428 2246

33566

tre

rs

ngine!

PANEL BEATERS BEATERS PANEL

Island Body Works

www.islandbodyworks.com.au

Approved Insurance Repairer 31 Armitage Street. Tel: 3408 1677

Ph. 3408 1677

ree

Office

c gn is ye c

PEST CONTROL PARRoT ShoW Performing Island Pest Management Parrots

Domestic and Commercial

Hobby Home sHow All types of pest control including

Treatments  400 birds from Termite all over the world  So many changes and new birds  Don’t forget to bring34108226 your camera  Check out our new walk through 0408 Bookings  Meet the Stars of the Show 072 810 Essential  Learn how clever and intelligent these birds are Seniors Discounts dail.malins@gmail.com www.parrotsinparadise.net Free Quotes

PH: 5438 7719

Government licensed

PhoTogRAPhERS FREE CALL

1800 635 758

LITY ERS, NS.

om

re

07

au

RS

36

Monday-Friday 8.30-3.00 and Saturday 8.00-12.00

PEST MANAGEMENT & CARPET CLEANING

FULL RANGE OF ACCREDITATIONS Full Range Of Products Locally Owned & Operated Fully Licensed & Insured - Lic No 2922

PLASTERERS

Travis Fitzgerald trading as PO Box 1314 Bongaree 4507 • exitpestmanagement@live.com.au

Trowel skilled

PHOTOGRAPHERS exTeriors

• Increase market value and appeal • Most homes entire front aspect • Low set Under $1500 • Mesh render systems over nearly anything • Incidental brickwork • Render sealer any colour.

Grip-N-Rip Photography

trowelskilledexteriors@hotmail.com

P. 0402 499 550

PAINTERS AND DECoRAToRS Call Shane Reynolds 0456 008 776 gripnripphotography@hotmail.com

Alan Brookfield

FOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING & GAS NEEDS CALL BEN ON

0401 464 673 15011436

SMART MOVE PEN OUNT DISC

L91059

Free Quotes!

POOL SERVICES REMOVALS & STORAGE

Ph. 0418 759 123

TWObrook MEN & TRUCK Email: ers@bigpond.com FROM $77 PER HOUR Page 39

Specialising in BRIBIE ISLAND & Complete Bathrooms, SURROUND AREAS Laundry and House Local for more than remodelling for the 25 years Elderly and Disabled Licensed to

Bribie Island

S LAR

Ah: 0402 048 275

Email:debzart8@bigpond.net Solar Sky Light (no roof hole needed)

TRAILERS

LOCAL & INTERSTATE SMALL & LARGE TRUCKS AVAILABLE CONTAINER, CARAVAN & BOAT STORAGE AVAILABLE

41 Benabrow Ave,OWNER/OPERATOR Bribie Island CAREFUL, COURTEOUS

3408 6246 FREE QUOTES – PHONE JUSTIN NOW:

0410 326 376 REMOVALS & STORAGE

38 CESSNA DRIVE, CABOOLTURE

We Make Moving... Easy!

SIGNWRITERS REMOVALS & STORAGE Bribie island

 SIGNMAKERS

PRINTERS TWO MEN&DIGITAL TRUCK SCREEN PRINTING FROM $77 PER HOUR Call us for yours and your client needs

P

A B

Mon Ave

Thu Chri

Frid Drv

OP NOW OPEN

Delivery to Bribie, Sandstone & 0419 729 223 Ningi areas. BRIBIE BASED

Was $349 NOW

$249

Co

MoNGreL trAiLerS • No restrictions in where light is located in house • No leaks in roof, common in conventional sky-lights • Different light intensity depending on room size

HEAVY DUTY TRAILERS MANUFACTURED LOCALLY FULLY WELDED

POOL & SPA

POOL SERVICING • REGULAR SERVICES • HOLIDAY SERVICES • ONE OFF CLEAN UPS

Waterproof, tiLe and SH renovate

Call Early OrderMichael by phone For FREE Next Day

co

9/9 Toorbul Street, Bongaree, Bribie Island, 4507 • 0499 642 701

Cal if y

 Caravan/Trailer

www.bribieislandsolar.com.au  Service & WELDING & STEELTAKEAWAY SUPPLIES

Repairs

BRIBIE’S BEST  Custom Trailer Builds  General FabricationBURGERS! Works TA K E AWAY

M

Supply & Fit Towbars

Trailer Parts and Accessories Southern Fried Chicken  Fresh Cooked Seafood OPEN Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 801 OPEN Fri, Sat, Sun, Wed Caboolture. & Thurs 10am till 8pm 1/75 Lear Jet Mon, Drive, Ph.– Closed 5432 Tuesday 4093 Shop 16/25 Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach, Qld 4507 www.mongreltrailers.com.au

F

TVTVAERIALS TUNING AERIALS & & TUNING

Te

 Homemade Burgers  Fish and Chips  3 Types of Loaded Fries

(07) 3408 8448 Phone Orders Welcome

JOHN

2 B

Direc THE TV ANTENNA MAN

s TUNING $60.00 Let’Phone 3408 6530 Fo t FREE QUOTES – PHONE JUSTIN NOW: I p Kee W ! l a c o Ph. Richard on 0425 477 639 to book your spa L 0410 326 376 – digital – screen printing – vinyl signage – vehicle/boat decals – vehicle/boat wraps – window vision

– frosted etch – illuminated signage – routed letters – magnetic signs – shop fronts – banners

– a-frames – directional signs – safety signs – construction signs – real estate signs – installations

Phone 07 3408 1151

F 07 3408 1122 E sales@bribieislandsigns.com.au

www.bribieislandsigns.com.au

38POOL DRIVE, CABOOLTURE SAFETY INSPECTIONS Page 40CESSNA WE STORE CARAVANS BOATS, CONTAINERS

Australian-made Digital TV Aerials, Outlets & Troubleshooting!

EFTPOS AVAILABLE – PENSIONER DISCOUNTS If I can‛t fix your problem, there will be NO CHARGE!!!

Titab Licence No.T15423 – Established 20 Years – 5 year Warranty!

SECOND HANDGOODS GOODS SECONDHAND

Busy Fingers Op Shop 38 Cotterill Ave, Bongaree

Phone: 3408 1014

Email: busyfingers1@bigpond.com www.busyfingersfundraiser.com

15% cheaper than your Pool Safety Inspections current advertising* THE

0499 742 314

BRIBIE ISLANDER POOL & SPA EQUIPMENT www.bcepoolsafety.com.au

Call the Team on

0448 932 484

Great bargains on clothing, shoes, electrical, tools, art, kitchen, furniture, linen, toys and much more.

ti

Free pick and low cost delivery VOLUNTEERS ALWAYS WELCOME!

Make friends whilst helping the Bribie Island Community Monday-Friday 8.30-3.00 and Saturday 8.00-12.00

TILING & RENOVATIONS

POOL, PUMP AND thebribieislander M.E. TILING & RENOVATIONS IRRIGATION SUPPLIES Specialising in BRIBIE ISLAND & 41 Benabrow St, Bribie Island

qu im co

Complete Bathrooms, SURROUND AREAS Laundry and House Local for more than remodelling for the 25 years

co

Ph

A B

Mon Ave

Thu Chri

Frid

64 | THE BRIBIE ISLANDER

JUNE 2017 - ISSUE 35

Shop Local, Spend Local, Support our Local Economy

Collectors Corner Nursery Ningi’s Collectors Corner Nursery is your local business to go to for great garden products and advice.

Large Buddha Wall Plaque

Water Feature

Large Buddha Wall Plaque Was $600

Now $450

PUMP INCLUDED

Was $600

Now $450

Was $1100

Now $800

End of Financial Year Sale!

Large Fish

Large Buddha Head Was $450

Now $340

Collectors Corner Nursery Collectors Corner Nursery Collectors Corner Nursery CollectorsCorner CornerNursery Nursery Collectors Large Lion

Ningi’sCollectors CollectorsCorner CornerNursery Nurseryisisyour yourlocal localbusiness business Ningi’s Ningi’s Collectors Corner Nursery isyour your local business Ningi’s Collectors Corner Nursery is your local business Ningi’s Corner Nursery local business Was is $500 Wasto $350 toCollectors go to for great garden products and advice. go to for great garden products and advice.

Now $350 Nowto$250 to go to for great garden products and advice. togo goto tofor forgreat great garden products and advice. garden products and advice.

The Perfect Garden Gift…!

922 - 940 Bribie Island Road, Ningi (next to the Coffee Bus) 922- -940 940Bribie BribieIsland IslandRoad, Road,Ningi Ningi(next (nexttotothe theCoffee CoffeeBus) Bus) 922 Any Questions?

Give Tim a call on 0412 050 127 922 - 940 Bribie Island Road, Ningi (next to the Coffee Bus) 922 - -940 Bribie Island Road, Ningi (next totothe Coffee Bus) 922 940 Bribie Island Road, Ningi (next the Coffee Bus) Any AnyQuestions?

Questions?Give GiveTim Timaacall callon on0412 0412050 050127 127 Any Questions?

Give Tim a call on 0412 050 127 Any Questions?

Give Tim a acall onon0412 050 127 Any Questions?

Give Tim call 0412 050 127