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Group President John Ward. This of course was all that was needed for John to investigate the possibility of being able to fund the purchase of additional wheelchairs.

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suggestion by a St Johns volunteer at the Caboolture Hospital who also gives freely of her time at the Wallum Action Group Community Nursery in Bongaree has, after what can only be described as a ridiculously long and frustrating period of negotiation which left a number of people wondering just when is a wheelchair not a wheelchair, has now resulted in five more wheelchairs being available at the hospital.

The St Johns volunteers are stationed at the main entrance of the Caboolture Hospital and and are often required to meet arriving patients and assist them to get to their destination within the building, sometimes by way of a wheelchair. During her time as a volunteer, Betty Linford had noticed that there was a very obvious lack of available wheelchairs at the hospital so she mentioned this to Wallum Action

After investigating the costs involved in purchasing a number of the badly needed chairs, John made contact with the appropriate people at the hospital. ‘I had found that we could buy basic but quality built wheelchairs for around five hundred dollars each and could not believe my ears when I was told by staff at the hospital that the only way they would accept the donation of extra wheelchairs was if we supplied a special type which cost in excess of two thousand dollars each,’ John explained. ‘Betty canvassed quite a number of people at the hospital with little success but because of her determination to make this happen and because I really wanted to be able to help, I then thought that, due to the St Johns volunteers being the ones who were most likely to need the chairs, perhaps we could supply chairs direct to St Johns. This has resulted in the Wallum Action Group being able to supply five brand new wheelchairs for use at the

hospital. It really makes one wonder why the hospital heirachy didn’t consider our offer to be viable,’ he said. Bevan Marks, the Facility Services Director at the Caboolture Hospital, told me that wheelchairs are always in short supply at the hospital so the extra five donated chairs would certainly be very useful. ‘We do go through quite a few chairs every year,’ said Bevan. This great outcome is just one more example of how the Wallum Action Group are constantly helping throughout the local area due to the funds raised by plant sales at their Community Nursery on First Avenue at Bongaree next to the Orchid House. The nursery which is operated solely by volunteers is open each weekday from 8am to 11am and has an extensive variety of healthy plants to choose from. Anyone who would like to become a volunteer or perhaps has plants to donate should either call in to the nursery or make a call to the Wallum Action Group President John Ward on 0407 699953.

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GETTING CHEMOTIONAL A few problems began and in Sept 2015 we found out that the cancer had not been killed but had continued to spread to all the lymph nodes in my chest, neck and shoulders. I had to be hit hard this time. Chemo followed by a combination of chemo and 2 treatments of radiation a day. I was told I would only have about 3 years but by some miracle …

PUTTING MY BREAST FOOT FORWARD I hate being a charity case, I guess everyone does. This is the hardest thing I’ve ever written. I know there are less fortunate people than us and I hope you can help them too but I can’t give my family a wife and a mum anymore and I can’t shuffle off without at least trying to provide something for them. Some way to pay a few more medical bills, the mortgage for a few months, some credit cards, my crazy, final bucket list plan (more below) and if there’s anything left over then something for the kids to give them a start in life, an education fund or a starter car.

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IT’S IN THE BAG FOR CHRISTMAS By Neil Wilson

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As part of their ongoing commitment to provide support to women who are in need due to homelessness and domestic violence, the Share the Dignity organisation is once again running the “It’s In The Bag” programme in the lead up to the Christmas season. To enable this to be successful, the organisation is calling for donations of handbags as well as other items that women use including shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, cosmetics and anything similar. Just prior to Christmas, the handbags containing the other donated items are distributed to women in need as a way of

showing them that they are not forgotten at this special time of year. Since the programme began, Share the Dignity have collected and distributed over 132,000 handbags to women in need. One local organisation that is a strong supporter of Share The Dignity is the Bribie and District Woodcrafters Association (The Woodies) and already they have received a large number of donated handbags and other items. June Jeffreys of The Woodies told me that they welcome donations of any appropriate items that can be put in a handbag. ‘Anyone who wishes to donate can either bring the items to us here at our building at the rear of the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre or drop them off at a Terry White Chemist,’ said June. ‘People can donate whatever they have as long as it includes the essentials that we take for granted and yet some women consider them a luxury. They are very often forced to leave home with nothing at all and something such as this is so important.’ she added. Anyone who would like to find out more about “It’s In The Bag” is welcome to give June a call on 5429 5460.

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When you are considered by your doctor to be in good health and you live what could be described as a reasonably lifestyle, one very important area related to completely good medical fitness that is quite often taken more or less for granted until prevention is no longer an option, is our eyesight. Although most optical problems can be either completely cured or at least greatly reduced, there is one particular disease

that, once diagnosed, can at best be controlled but never cured is glaucoma. Glaucoma is a disease of the eye in which there is a rise of fluid pressure within the eye. There is a small space called the anterior chamber at the front of the eye and clear liquid flows in and out of this space. The purpose of the fluid is to bathe and nourish nearby tissues but if someone has glaucoma, the fluid will drain out of the eye at

Commonly referred to as “The Silent Thief of Sight,” glaucoma can, if left untreated, result in the complete loss of sight and, whilst closed angle glaucoma is able to be detected quickly due to it causing the sufferer pain and rapid vision loss, open angle glaucoma progresses very slowly with the patient not becoming aware of any symptoms and slight vision loss possibly going unnoticed. In this type of glaucoma, most people do not seek medical help until permanent damage has already occurred.

Experts are still unsure of the precise cause of this life altering disease but have divided cases into two categories which are primary glaucoma and secondary glaucoma. Primary describing cases in which the cause is unknown and secondary meaning that the condition has a known cause such as a tumour, an advanced cataract or diabetes. The identified risk factors for glaucoma include old age, ethnic background, eye injuries or conditions as well as illnesses such as diabetes or hypothyroidism and also myopia. (Incidentally, glaucoma is commonly diagnosed in Koalas. Is this some sort of indication that humans have evolved from these cuddly creatures?) Whilst this may be a disease that you never have to deal; with, it is absolutely essential that, whenever you have an eye test, you insist that your optometrist test for glaucoma.

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I would like to thank residents for their patience while an abundance of road works are being undertaken at the moment on Bribie Island. With works on Benabrow Avenue, Boronia Drive drainage works and Welsby Parade works soon to commence, there are a number of areas where we need to slow down and take heed of the signage. Council has commenced public consultation on the first proposed major amendments since the scheme commenced in 2016, the consultation for the planning scheme will run for 33 days, from August 21 to October 6, 2017. Public comments are also welcome for the Proposed New Planning Scheme Policies and Major Amendments to existing Planning Scheme Policies The proposed amendments incorporate and reflect community feedback received since the new scheme commenced, such

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The proposed amendments can be viewed at www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au in the planning scheme documents. If you feel strongly about the changes, I encourage you to have your say by making a ‘properly made’ submission either by registering on the website to use the submission form or simply put pen to paper. Please email any questions to mbrc@ moretonbay.qld.gov.au, or call (07) 5433 3496. Alternatively you can drop into council’s customer service centres at Strathpine, Caboolture and Redcliffe.

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KAY COHEN 25/2/25 – 24/7/17 R.I.P.

supposed to be for a six week period, her obvious aptitude for this work resulted in her continuing the role for over eight years. When talking about that period in her career, Kay always described it as the great days of radio and told of working with people such as Jack Davey and Bob Dyer. Following her time at 2UE and in keeping with her ambition to achieve, Kay became the first female wine consultant when she found employment with Australian Wine Producers. An onward and upward step in her amazing career saw Kay take on the role of Public Relations Director for Finance Corporation of Australia in which she was tasked with overseeing the company’s snow holdings at Kosciusko. It was this position that gave her the experience that she required to continue her climb up the corporate ladder, the next rung being a position of International Travel Manager for Fleets Travel in Sydney and, working closely with Sitmar Cruise Line, she organised the first Pacific tours to Fiji. Now with experience in the travel industry and always ready for a new challenge, Kay became the first female executive at East West Airlines, in the position of Marketing Manager. She attended council meetings at all ports operated by the airline and also instigated the Gold Coaster service to Coolangatta as well as charter services to Maroochydore.

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f you took the time to sit down and talk to Kay, you would always come away in awe at the things she had done and achieved during her lifetime. It’s a pity that she did not publish her history for all to enjoy.” These words are an extract from a Facebook post by Australian Aviation Heritage Centre Secretary Rod Thiesfield and of course refer to his friend and fellow Heritage Centre committee member, Kay Cohen who sadly passed away in July. Whilst the following article will only touch on the achievements of this extraordinarily talented former member of our Bribie Island community and friend to so many here on the island and elsewhere, I sincerely hope that what I write about her will be of a standard high enough to meet with her approval should she have been able to read it. Born on February 25th, 2025 in Southport,

her arrival apparently brought about a certain amount of disappointment to her father due to him having previously promised her mother that they would take their son back to England when he was ten years old. Regardless of her not being a boy, her parents did take her to England in 1935 and she matriculated from school at age fourteen. After turning fifteen, Kay found employment with Canada Life Assurance where she remained until she joined up at seventeen to work in the fields of coding and cypher, claiming that her best posting during what she described as exciting times was at the Royal Naval College at Dartmouth. Returning to Australia in 1946 and with employment in rather short supply, Kay eventually found work as an assistant production director at radio station 2UE and, although the position was originally

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Whilst she was employed as Public Relations Director for Opal Skymine, the death of her father resulted in Kay relocating to the Brisbane suburb of St Lucia and the Queensland University where she successfully completed a degree in psychology and a double major in anthropology. She followed this up by starting to study for a master’s degree in social development and planning but the untimely passing of her mother interrupted her plans and, in 1986, Kay Cohen discovered beautiful Bribie Island where for three years she operated the Paddle Wheeler Restaurant at Banksia Beach until Mr Keating’s “recession we had to have” forced it’s closure. As someone who was always keen to become involved in the local community, Kay became a member of several committees including that of the Bribie Island Youth Club, playing a major part in obtaining a grant for a club building from the Caboolture Shire Council. As one of a committee of five, Kay was also instrumental in starting the first Bribie Island Lioness Club and took on the role of Publicity Officer. She also served as fundraiser and raised the necessary funds that were needed to purchase a defibrillator for the local ambulance centre. Kay also took on the responsibility of sourcing and recommending local artists for exhibitions at the Bribie Island Cultural Arts Centre. In 1990, at the age of sixty seven, Kay found

Kay and her daughter Darienne. employment firstly as Sales Manager and later as Features Co-ordinator with local publication, The Island and Mainland News which was owned by retired investigator and well known author/ journalist, Bob Bottom. ‘From a business point of view, Kay was very successful as an employee of the newspaper and in our terms in retrospect she was a very honourable lady who did a marvellous job until quite a late age,’ Bob told me. ‘I think that the most memorable thing that sticks in my mind about Kay is that she was dedicated to making regular contact with people and this not only meant that she was successful at selling advertising but also resulted in her recruiting a network of long time friends. In that sense she was significant and more memorable than many other people,’ Bob said. During her time with the newspaper, Kay became a welcome part of the lives of so many island business owners and residents. Local business woman and well known island identity, Lulu Drew, told me that when she thinks of Kay Cohen she remembers Kay’s bright red lipstick that she always wore. ‘Kay was always dressed beautifully,’ Lulu told me. ‘Her hair was always up and she was always dressed immaculately and wore high heels. It was as though she was going to a fancy dinner party. She was a real lady,’ said Lulu. Kay finally retired from her job with the paper in 2010 but she certainly didn’t retire from life One of Kay’s very good friends, Ruth Dalitz, explained to me how Kay could put her hand to anything. ‘I had known Kay for many years. She was very good at organising, nothing daunted her and she never let anything get her down,’ said Ruth. ‘She knew how to cope with life,’ Ruth added. It was because of Ruth and her husband Wally that Kay became a staunch supporter of a fledgling project being undertaken by aviation enthusiasts under the title of the Beaufort Restoration Group when they invited Kay to a function at the group’s premises in Hendra. Before long, Kay had taken on the role of

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ISLANDER EXTRAORDINAIRE - KAY COHEN Heritage Centre’s Hangar 104, Kay’s daughter Darienne told those who were there that the date of her mum’s death (24/7) described how often she would think of her. As a present for Kay on her 92nd birthday, Ralph had bought her a beautifully restored DeHavilland Tiger Moth which he named “Lady Kay” and during the ceremony at the hangar, her friend Jack MacDonald flew the aircraft slowly over the hangar whilst scattering red rose petals and Darienne told me about a very strange occurrence that happened after the aircraft had landed. ‘When Jack pulled up and threw the switches to shut off the engine, it sputtered but then kept going,’ Darienne said. ‘I asked Jack if that was something that always happened and he told me that it had never happened before,’ she said.

Darienne with brothers Kirk (L) and Glen at the celebration of their mother’s life. Publicity Officer for the group and, after their move to the Caboolture Airfield, she also took on the same role within the committee which was planning the foundation of the Australian Aviation Heritage Centre at the airfield. Kay became passionate about the restoration to flying condition of Beaufort Bomber A9-141 and along with this came her increasing affection for group founder, Ralph Cusack. She and Ralph soon became

partners and their union continued until her passing. Ralph told me that Kay had always said that she wanted her ashes to be scattered from the Beaufort once it is restored. ‘I guess that we had better hurry the project up now,’ Ralph said sadly. Kay lost her battle with pnuemonia on July 24th this year and whilst speaking at a celebration of Kay’s life which was held at the

Although I have been a resident of this island for many years and had certainly heard the name, Kay Cohen, I was never fortunate enough to meet this extraordinary lady who I’m told never had a bad word to say about anyone and was known among many as “The Queen of Bribie.” I would like to thank Kay’s family and friends for allowing me to write this small tribute to her life and would like to end this article with the words that Darienne posted as part of a Facebook video tribute to her mum. “Your Wings Were Ready But We Were Not”

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3. FACILITY DOGS - these dogs live with their recipients in facilities such as Nursing homes and supported accommodation. They’re trained to support residents in the facility but not for community access, travel on public transport or other public settings. There are currently 120 Assistance Dogs across Australia and another 50 in training.

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Our pets suffer more with arthritis during cold weather. They are slower to get up, stiff, sometimes limp, and become grouchy. They may even not want to walk so far, which should make you immediately suspicious as most pets live for their walks.

Assistance Dogs Australia received no Government funding and relies on public donations only. It costs about $25,000 to train one dog and takes two years. If you have any behaviour questions please send an email to The Bribie Islander and we’ll publish one question per month.

Arthritis can be due to old injuries or just wear-and-tear, though there are many different types. Older pets nearly all develop some arthritis as the joints wear out. Luckily, arthritis is a treatable condition. A series of injections to treat arthritis are available to our pets (but not to us). The medicine is in a unique class of drugs and is so effective that we have nicknamed it the “go-fast needle”. It has kept many beloved pets alive throughout the winter.

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WHERE’S MY PADLOCK?

Rina Humphreys

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hen you go to unlock the padlock that you secured to the door of your business when you were leaving the last time, it is not what anyone would call a good start to the day when you discover that the padlock is missing.

pulled to but the padlock was gone,’ said Rina. ‘Until I do a thorough check of everything, I can not be sure of what they actually took other than the money that was the float I left in the cash register,’ she added.

This was the scenario that confronted Rina Humphreys when she arrived at her Toorbul Street business, “By The Sea Café” after her day off. ‘The door was

Rina had been away from the café from the time that she closed the doors on Sunday afternoon until just after 8am on Tuesday but she thinks that the break-in

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most likely occurred during the early hours of Tuesday morning. When I spoke to Rina she was still waiting for the scenes of crime officers to attend and dust for fingerprints. This of course meant that the café was not able to open resulting in many customers being disappointed on missing out on their daily fix of the tasty food that Rina sells. Once the scenes of crime unit has done their job, police will

be able to use any evidence that is found to help them in their investigation. If anyone witnessed someone behaving suspiciously in the vicinity of the By The Sea Caafe on Toorbul Street at Bongaree toward the end of last month, they are asked to contact Bribie Island Police on 3410 9222 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333000.

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CONSCIOUS LIVING Does your head say, “I’m fine,” while your heart screams ‘Liar!!??”

So many people wear a mask that tells the world “I’m fine, I’m good, everything’s ok.” We see it in social media every day. It’s the face we want everyone to believe is real. Some of the time it is, yet much of the time what lies underneath is lingering pain, stress, anxiety, money worries, relationship difficulties. Ask yourself… …are there things I do that I know stop me from shining brightly? …am I holding back in life and playing small? …do I go out of my way to please others before thinking what I really want? …am I feeling lost, unsupported, tired and confused? …do I constantly judge myself for not being where I ‘should’ be? …have I stopped believing in and trusting myself? …has my spark gone out (or feels close to it)? YES? Then no wonder you’re struggling to be who you truly are! It’s not surprising if you’re feeling disillusioned, burnt out and just plain ‘over it!’ Some never awaken to the realisation they can do something about it, but YOU CAN! As a physio and yoga teacher with over 20 years working on myself, I have learned and developed skills and wisdom that enable me to shine brightly no matter what is going on around me. I’ve helped thousands of women to heal their bodies,

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MONEY TALK WITH PETER DALLIMORE

DEBT RELIEF OPTIONS If you’re being overwhelmed by debts there are a range of options to help you get back in control. If your debt problem is the result of a short-term issue such as the loss of a job but that you expect to find work again within a few months then you may be able to make hardship arrangements with your creditors. These may include reduced repayments and fees, extended term of loan and repayment moratoriums. Your creditors will probably require documentation to support your case for hardship such as a budget, Centrelink statements if you are receiving benefits and pay information from your most recent job. Contact your creditors advise them of your situation and they will let you know how to access their hardship provisions. Also most of the major creditors provide on-line access to their hardship arrangements. The Neighbourhood Centre can help you put a budget together and advocate for you with your creditors. Borrowing to cover repayments of other debts? This is the start of the “debt spiral’ that is unlikely to have a happy ending.

High interest charges often mean that your minimum payments barely cover interest costs so your debt remains or continues to grow if you keep using your credit cards. In this situation you may need to consider debt reduction strategies. Depending on your circumstances options available include debt consolidation, debt waivers in special circumstances, debt agreements and bankruptcy as a last resort but an opportunity for a fresh start. Which strategy is most appropriate will depend on such things as your long-term employment potential, occupation, asset base, business and asset ownership structure. Seek independent information and advice before proceeding with any of these strategies. Whatever avoid commercial operators offering quick fix solutions. They may well cost money and land you deeper in debt. Instead use the free and impartial services referred to below. The government’s moneysmart.gov.au provides comprehensive information on all aspects of money management including managing debts. The Australian Financial Services

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580+ ACTIVITIES MAKE UP MORETON BAY’S LARGEST OLDER & BOLDER PROGRAM EVER Residents aged 50 and over in Moreton Bay will have 582 reasons to keep fit or try something new in 2017 when bookings open for Moreton Bay Regional Council’s largest ever Older and Bolder program. Bookings open 9am on Tuesday, August 22 for the ever-popular fitness, sport and recreation program which offers free and low-cost activities for residents and ratepayers aged 50 and over. Moreton Bay Regional Council Parks, Sport and Recreation spokesperson Councillor Darren Grimwade said with more activities than ever before, there would be something for everyone, including surfing, clay target shooting, darts and ballroom dancing.

“Whatever your fitness level, goals or interests, Older and Bolder 2017 will keep you busy with hundreds of free and lowcost activities run by council together with local community groups, fitness provides and clubs,” Cr Grimwade said. “Moreton Bay has so much to offer, and with Older and Bolder, it’s your opportunity for you to see just what’s on offer, including plenty of activities in your local area. “Don your tartan kilt or sash for Scottish Country Dancing at Caboolture U3A, take a trip back in time with guided tours of the Caboolture Historical Village, and dust off the paddles for table tennis at Morayfield. “You can also learn about the fascinating

world of bird watching and wildlife photography with classes at CREEC, Burpengary and keep both your body and mind active with gentle exercises. “Learn the ins and outs of lawn bowls before the 2018 Commonwealth Games with an introductory course at the Bribie Island Bowls Club, or discover the island’s wartime history with guided tours of Fort Skirmish and other key locations. “People new or otherwise experienced to pilates will also have fun with classes at Beachmere, while avid fishers can also try their luck at kayak fishing at Toorbul. “The Older and Bolder program is also a great way to socialise with your friends and make new friends with people who share

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A MESSAGE FROM SUSAN Many people living on Bribie Island and surrounds still haven’t been connected to the Government’s second-rate NBN. For those who have, there have been numerous issues with unacceptable speeds and drop-outs. Not only does this impact on the reliability of people’s internet connections, it also affects the landlines services which people in our community rely on to feel safe and secure in their homes. The people of Longman have been left behind because of this Government’s refusal to acknowledge that their rollout has been nothing short of disastrous. I need your help so that we can keep the Turnbull Government accountable as a community. Come to the Community NBN Meeting and demand a better telecommunications system in Longman.

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“If you’re over 50 in Moreton Bay and have been looking for that free or low-cost opportunity to try something new or keep active, I encourage you to dive right in and take part in council’s biggest ever Older and Bolder program.” Activities for Older and Bolder will take place from Saturday, September 2 to Saturday, November 25 2017. To find out what activities are on offer or secure your place when bookings open visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au, phone 5433 2052 or visit council’s customer service centres at Strathpine, Caboolture or Redcliffe.

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I’ll be meeting with local residents to demand a more accessible and reliable NBN service. We’ll be having a BBQ, and have letters of demand ready for you to sign and send to Malcolm Turnbull. Date: Sunday 01 October Time: 8:30am – 10am Location: Welsby Parade Park, Bongaree

JOBSEEKER FEEDBACK FORUM

The Hon Ed Husic MP, Shadow Minister for Employment Services, is inviting current and former jobseekers to share their experience with job providers and support services. Date: Monday, 09 October For more details and to express your interest in attending, contact my office.

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Market musician Allan entertains the crowd with his cruisy guitar playing

t’s not every day that you get the chance to be transported back in time to the medieval era. These were the days where knights battled in sword fights, the lords and ladies reigned and the peasants went about their many crafts. Bribie Island saw many aspects and more of this medieval life come alive at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre VIBE’s July markets. Arriving at the medieval section of the markets saw many actors dressed in full-costume, re-enacting craftsmen and women from that era. There were bow makers and fletchers, candle-makers, illuminated manuscript writers, minstrels and more. Every last Sunday of the month the centre opens their doors to a variety of arts and crafts stalls and entertainment from 8.30am to 1.00pm. The markets are a hive of activity and colour showing off Bribie Island and surrounds best local home-made/home grown goods. Plus, there’s a new market theme every month which brings in fresh entertainment and inspirations for the stallholders.

If you would like to book a stall at the markets next month, please contact the Bribie Island Community Arts Society Inc. on (07) 3408 9288 or email them at info@ bribieartscentre.com.au. Visit the Bribie Island VIBE markets at 191 Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach, QLD on the last Sunday of the month, A medieval minstrel hums a tune on a wind instrument

Samuel, Vanessa and Sir Justin (from right to left) re-enact medieval villagers

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PERFECT WEATHER FOR GOLF

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Chris Pronk tees off on the fourth hole while Suzanne Vallely looks on

Club Champion Jo Malone (L) with sponsor Ros Layton

Ros Layton of italktravel (R) with very happy C Grade Champion, Joan Wyatt

our days of golf along with good weather and some excellent scoring decided the winners of the 2017 Ladies Club Championships at the Bribie Island Golf Club during August. The championships were played over consecutive Tuesdays and Thursdays with an average of seventy-seven players

Di Benghamy, Ros Gardner, Jo Malone and Margrit Pearce finish on the eighteenth hole

competing on each day. The event was once again sponsored by Ros and John Layton of italktravel and prior to the prizes being presented John told those present that Ros and he are proud to be associated with the event. Ladies Club Captain Lyn Ball said that the club was lucky to have such generous sponsors. ‘We would not be

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earest Bribie Islanders, before I begin my monthly message to you all I have to draw your attention over to the magnificent weather we’ve been blessed with these last few weeks. Sure we’ve probably already headed into Spring before our calendar has, but who could complain – I’ve already had my first few swims of the season! As a young person growing up into the world of responsibility and opportunity I’m often thinking of people I can look up to. I’m constantly searching for those that are living life well and meaningfully. To be quite honest, I’ve been disappointed by what I’ve found, or rather, what I’ve not found. Perhaps it’s idealism withholding me from being content with the level of momentum, authenticity and intelligence displayed out there in the local sphere. But I choose not to believe that for two reasons. One - every life and every person has a story to tell, wisdom to share and skills to pass on, two – I refuse to ignore the restlessness within

me that yearns for better ways of living and learning. So what’s the problem? I believe there’s been some sort of communal loss of maternal/paternal instinct that drives the raising of the next generation. To somewhat of a degree I blame this on the ideologies of the Western world and the busyness it thrives off. Our human drive has gone beyond that of survival; it’s is consumed with the lust of consumption. Let me be a mouthpiece for all the young people out there. We don’t need more, we need you.

It is not my desire to be independent, it is my desire to be fulfilled and part of a community that works together. Where are the uncles, aunties, mothers, fathers and grandparents, the bloke from down the road who will fix the mower if it breaks? The ones who will teach us secret recipes or how to build a fence. Where are the sisters and brothers who walk through the growing up stages with us and educate us?

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That will simply sit and talk, listen and care? As Australians, let’s look back on the roots of this beautiful country to learn a few lessons about true education. Kaye Price, an Aboriginal woman, teacher and author describes an ancient education system that focused on the individuality of the child and the role of the community in their upbringing. “Right from the beginning there was specialised education, and for each child there was a teacher, mentor and a peer with whom to learn. There were ‘tutors’: wise women and men who ensured that history and the essentials of life were taught” (Price, 2015). Price mentions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people watched closely to see the skills their young people had and nurtured these skills as a community. In this way, everyone had a role to play and the next generation lived with purpose.

wisdom and stories you have acquired and then share them! Young people are the future for the world you live in, if you want it to be a safe and happy world then encourage them. Will you be someone’s role model?

So Bribie Islanders, I urge you to consider what role you play in this community. Take a moment to reflect on what skills, talents,

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fter more than eighteen months of dedicated work and donations by a multitude of caring suppliers, tradies and others associated with the building industry, the beautiful four bedroom house in Sinclair Place at Ningi which was built as a way to help injured footballer Andrew Grant was offered for

sale at auction recently. Before a large crowd of interested people that included representatives from Queensland Rugby League and other sporting associations as well as Andrew’s friends and family, at 8am on Friday 25th August, auctioneer Paul

Moore invited anyone wishing to make an offer to start off the bidding. Despite working the crowd with the skill that seems to be restricted to auctioneers and opening the proceedings with a bid on behalf of the owner, only one bidder made an offer, and bidding stalled at

Auctioneer Moore told those in attendance that negotiations above $450,000 would now continue with an interested party who was not prepared to buy at auction. As a very keen supporter of the project, radio station Triple M broadcast the proceedings and also provided signage on the day. For those who needed to satisfy their hunger, Kev Williams and the trusty crew from the Bribie Island Lions Club were there with the now well known sausage sizzle trailer and, although there was no result during the auction, the amount of support that there is for Andrew by both locals and those from further away became very evident.

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HISTORY PAGE

By Barry Clark Bribie Island Historical Society

BRIBIE MEMORIES FROM EARLY 1950S

Banya street 1950

For the last 10 years we have been creating a comprehensive Database of information, photos, maps and documents relating to the History of Bribie Island. We have also interviewed several long term residents, and made contact with many who lived here years ago. We are always delighted when someone makes contact with personal stories or photos to share. At the monthly meetings of the Historical Society, at 6;30pm on the second Wednesday of each month at the RSL Club, we present new photos and information to members, and often invite people to share their memories and experiences. Following my History page article in this newspaper a few weeks ago, about the World War 2 relics at Woorim, Pat Kingsford

Woorim post office. 1960

Guest House & Bribie Island Hotel 1939

contacted us about her memories of Bribie Island in the 1950’s. She has written her memories down and has kindly agreed to it being published in this newspaper for the enjoyment of others. As you will read below she has vivid memories of her childhood on the island over 60 years ago, and returned to live on the island 17 years ago.. Hopefully the following delightful story will trigger others to contact us on bribiehistoricalsociety@gmail.com. If you would like to learn more come to my public presentation about Bribie since the War years on August 25th at U3A. Pat Kingsford (nee Eaves). My first memory is of staying at a quaint two storied house at Bongaree. It had a verandah at the front and even though I’ve searched around Nulu & Banya Streets and Lanes, I can’t find it now. I know it seemed a long walk from the jetty and beach. In the early 1950s my Dad (Don Eaves) built a small 3 room fibro house with a sloped roof at 50 North St. and the builder was Snow Thiedeke. The land was Perpetual Lease until some years later when Dad paid to have it made Freehold as that became available. The Goodwin’s, who had the Hotel at Woorim, had a home directly opposite and the road was a dirt track for many years probably well into the 1960s. The house had no electricity, water or sewerage, so it was Aladdin Lamps, Bore Water heated in an old copper out the back and we had a bath in a tin tub in a lean to out the back. The Nightsoil man came to empty the outdoor toilet up the back. Lots happening in the back yard which backed onto Freshwater Creek, which was mostly just a dry bed filled with ferns and bladey grass. Even our yard was covered in this horrid grass which we eventually cleared. There was an old man who lived in the bush on the other side of

the creek bed – can’t remember his name. To get to Bribie meant a long drive from Brisbane in my Dad’s old utility with a wooden sided tray on back. We had an old full car seat with a back where the children sat facing the traffic behind. Rather chilly in winter. Dad always stopped at a bakery in King Street Caboolture for delicious malt bread and a cake. Then began the bumpy ride over the train line, and through the bush until we passed the Abbey near where St Michael’s school now is, and through to the Pumicestone Passage where we caught the barge owned and operated by Mr Drennan. Cars and small trucks were loaded on and then over the Passage to the landing which I believe was at the Sylvan Beach boat ramp. The track then wound along the foreshores until we reached the “road” over to Woorim at the passage end of First Avenue. I don’t know if the streets were named then? At odd times the barge was unable to operate due to bad weather which was devastating to us. The smell of the Bribie Pines as we came over in the barge was the best sign we were almost there. Even now if I have a window open as we drive over the bridge that smell takes me back to the early days. In the mid-1950s 1 quite often made the trip from Hayles Wharf in the city down the Brisbane River with my friends on the “Miramar” , but I have also been on the “Koopa” too. I’ve been on the “Miramar” when it was so rough they couldn’t dock at the old Redcliffe Pier. This meant those ready to disembark went through to Brisbane and a long way home. Little groups of young people made the trek over the island to the pictures which were shown in what I think must have been the St Peters Anglican Church in Banya Street. I know it was definitely in that direction, and that was a pretty good walk too! The

freedom we had on Bribie was marvellous as there appeared to be no criminal element and it was quite safe to go anywhere, apparently. Long walks on the Island Another popular walk was around the bottom of the island and back across on the road. At that time the huge trees lying over the beach at what we called Woody Beach, involved detours or climbing over them, and if the tide was in it was hard to get around. Hard to believe now as they all seem to have disappeared from the beach. Once when I was 16 or so, my aunt, brother, cocker spaniel Impy and I walked up the beach for miles. We didn’t make it to the tip at Caloundra, but at our end point I walked up the dunes to see what was there – luckily as it turned out. There was a lighthouse which I recall was quite small, wild brumbies and green marshy land. I made a poor call as it grew later and we grew tired, as I decided it would be quicker to take the vehicle track and go down to the end of North Street, no one argued so off we went. It became dark and toes were stubbed on tree roots etc in the track, poor old Impy couldn’t walk in the end so we took turns to carry him. By the time we reached the house there was a bit of a search party on for us. I should never have gone bush but kept to the beach obviously. The next day Mr Goodwin over the road asked how far we had gone and I said nearly to the end. He didn’t believe me until I could tell him about the lighthouse, marsh and brumbies. I was not the golden haired child for some time!! Often Dad would pile us all in the utility and head bush up the track to the Lagoons which at that time were called the First and Second Lagoon, now one is Mermaid Lagoon and one Welsby Lagoon.

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Once at Bongaree we saw a herd of Brumbies gathered near the large water tank on the “hill” which stood in the vicinity of the Library car park I think. Then one of them started kicking the tap until water flowed, they all drank and wandered off. (Hope we turned it off!) We had kangaroos, emus, even a donkey on the island but I never saw dingoes. The bird life and wildflowers were always beautiful and we often went for treks up through the flowers. I’m firmly convinced there was a butcher in what is now Magnolia Coffee Shop on First Avenue. The chap who owned it ran cattle on the island and we knew him as Tex. The local policeman was Sergeant Pickup. There was a General Store on the corner of Welsby Pde and the side street which was approached up a ramp, and they sold all necessities. There was a bakery somewhere, and the Post Office for Woorim was in the shops behind Mojo’s café in the white arched building, and obviously some other shops there too.

the dunes at Woorim and I know I was very disappointed when we came down one time from Bundaberg and they were gone. We were married in 1962, our visits became less frequent as we lived in Bundaberg, but our children have grown up knowing and loving our island. The wreck of the “Cormorant” was a popular place and our children enjoyed playing around it. I remember coming down one time after the bridge was built and we discovered Woolworths and Goodwin Drive as we went over to Woorim. Progress had well and truly arrived ! The house in North Street is no longer in our family, but still stands and the beautiful Poinciana tree at the front stands proudly all these years later. We made Bribie home in 2000. Pat Kingsford (nee Eaves). July 2017

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ungwall Ferns Blechnum indicum grow prolifically on Bribie Island in the melaleuca swamps and other wet areas. They are also found in Northern NSW, Coastal Northern Territory, Malaysia and some Pacific islands. Bungwalls are a large fishbone fern with fronds which can reach to one metre and sometimes more. Frogs, lizards, insects and other water creatures find shelter in the thick stands. In days gone by the fern was called Bungwall by the Aborigines of Bribie Island and Moreton Bay. Further north the fern was known as Dugal. Bungwall Ferns also known as Swamp Water Ferns were one of the most significant staple foods of the Joondaburrie people living on Bribie Island before white settlement. The tuberous roots were first soaked in water, roasted in the fire then ground into flour and made into cakes. It was their chief source of carbohydrates. These cakes were eaten with fish, oysters or animal meat.

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ver the generations of wine making innovation has given wine drinkers better opportunities to drink their wine in perfect condition. In the 1980’s and 1990’s corked wines were a blight on the industry with as much as 10% of wine corks being tainted by a chemical compound called “trichloroanisole” which became shortened to T.C.A. This nasty compound transferred a smell similar to damp cardboard to the wines which of course ruined many a wine regardless of the price, and those with old collections that still have cork should be aware of this problem. Also check where the glasses have been stored as I have known instances where the glasses were stored in cardboard boxes and a similar smell of cardboard came from the glass not the wine. When you think of the many thousands of cases of wines sold every year during this period you would have expected thousands of bottes to have been returned, but from my experience very few came back which leads one to think an awful lot was poured down the drain meaning many wine drinkers probably never drank that wine again! The cork producers refused to take responsibility for the problem so different alternatives were tried including plastic corks, glass stoppers and even re-usable plastic stoppers. Here in Australia we had developed a screw top known as a Stelvin Cap in the late 1970’s it was never taken seriously until cork taint became so bad it was resurrected and as they say the rest is history and cork taint is a thing of the past. Although popular here in Australia many countries have refused to give up cork and the cork suppliers have now got their act together but too late for us. In America they use plastic corks in the lower price end and a lot of Australian wine is supplied there in cork to keep the American wine drinkers happy, but the

silly thing is the most popular white wine in America is New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc all supplied with Stelvin Caps!

How does the colour of glass affect the wine you are drinking? Quite a lot it would seem Piper-Heidsieck is the latest Champagne house to switch from green bottles to brown and it would seem green glass is now facing extinction to avoid ‘lightstrike’ damaging the wines. ‘Lightstrike’ occurs when wine is exposed to blue and ultraviolet light resulting in the transformation of amino acids in the wine into an unpleasant smelling compound such as Dimethyl disulphide. Sparkling wine is particularly prone as the bubbles amplify the aromas and this type of lighting is often used where Champagne is served such as night clubs, art galleries, even displays in liquor outlets Brown glass filters 99% of ultraviolet light compared to 50%-90% when green glass is used. One prominent Champagne producer pronounced he would use black glass tomorrow if he could and who knows some marketing guru will probably come out with such a thing in the future. Talking of lighting I remember a story some years ago when a French winery was promoting it’s wine and showed one of their very old vintages from the 1800’s on display. Unfortunately the wine was situated too close to an overhead light, and when the cork rose out of the bottle due to the heat from the light the wine was destroyed, remember the two things that affect wine the most are sunlight and heat so if you have a collection, dark and cool is the name of the game! I see Dan Murphy’s were advertising Penfolds Grange for $695 per bottle during August, which is a saving of around $100. This is the 2012 release of Australia’s iconic

wine which is normally released five years after vintage and this particular wine has a 100 point ranking from Master of Wine Andrew Caillard who wrote “This has to be in the pantheon of all-time great vintages”.

I wonder if he actually knew what he was drinking or was it included in a blind tasting along with numerous others. Not for one moment would I think this would affect his ranking because to become a Master of Wine and carry the initial M.W. on the business card takes years of learning and there are very few Masters of Wine here in Australia. I remember a very well know wine magazine some years ago rating Grange in separate parts of their monthly edition, at the front of the magazine the wine rated 3 points out of 5 and later in the same copy it rated 5 out of 5. Grange has had many tributes and accolades but perhaps the most telling is that Grange is officially listed as a Heritage Icon of South Australia and not many wines can claim that! It is a multi-vineyard, multiregional blend which is probably a good thing as many of the vineyards used to provide the grapes for Grange in the early days are now housing estate. It helps when your owner, Treasury Estates, has access to some of the finest produce in Australia. Talking of Dan Murphy’s they had a couple of outstanding specials in August, The Jacobs Creek Reserve range which normally sell for around $15 was selling in a six pack for $8.75. If this deal is still going when you read this magazine please do yourself a flavour favour and buy a selection. The Chardonnay is excellent and the Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz outstanding. Also on special was a Shiraz wine from the Serafino Winery in Mclaren

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Vale. This winery is owned by Steve Maglieri who owned the outstanding Maglieri Winery until it was bought by Southcorp (now Treasury) some years ago. If you are a Dan Murphy’s member this wine is normal $18.00 but the deal is two for the price of one. If you are not a member and make a purchase the deal is on the bottom of the docket, again outstanding value. Depending on when you get the Bribie Islander magazine in September there is a meeting of The Bribie Beefsteak and Burgundy Club members at the AGM at The Kai restaurant on Wednesday 6th September. However if you miss this and are interested in having dinner with us drop me a note on arlidge@bigpond.com.au.

Sac or Canary wines were terms for strong white wine from Spain and The Canary Islands. Ben Jonson looked forward to a trip down to his local The Mermaid Tavern for: “ A pure cup of Canary wine, which is The Mermaids now, but soon shall be mine!” Dr. Samuel Johnson declared: Men should drink port and boys claret.

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MAD POETS SOCIETY

THE SHEARERS DREAM

They work day and night and the bodies are bent Their muscles ache from the toss

The sheep have gathered in the paddock Not far from the huts overnight Their wool is ready for the clip The stockman can rest overnight

But the sheep won’t wait and run the plank And sit in the holding yard spent For some don’t make it back to camp And become a fresh meal instead

The men are from all walks of life In times where work is scarce They walked this land just to feed The family and a chance from despair

For the men must be fed The drovers as well and none of them eat goat It has taken weeks for the sheep to reach The scour sheds you know

They start before sunrise to face the cold From the wrought iron huts overnight The artesian water caresses their bones From the back breaking work from the night

They have travelled over the distant plains Under the drovers keep But the hot sun and long dusty rains May break a man to weep

The cow bell rings for breakfast As the cook delivers a meal from the fray The gidya wood is stock piled high To stoke up the burners for the day The steam engine chugs the big canvas belts

So when I look back at the men of that time And think how lucky we are For the hard life the blood sweat and tears You wonder why, we are, who we are

So the wheels of the sheep clippers turn The sheep are jumping they wrestle and move But the shearer holds their bodies firm

This poem is for the men of war The depression years as well They worked for food and shelter And lived a life of hell

With a strong right hand the clippers sweep And the floor boy gathers with his hands The skirt is thick with dirt and grease As they sort the wool with their hands

Freedom pays a price you know So take the time to look History is here in the Blackall town Just come and have a look

Written by Sharmayne Kurtz

“Prose is written to be read, poetry is emotion to be felt”

LAST BREATH

Written by Hazel King

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

So into the scour for a wash and a rinse And the shearers with heads down for the boss

A MOTHER’S CRY Written by Hazel King

Watching her suffer Feeling her pain How much longer Till she’s well again? This restlessness Which always shows, How can I help Shield her from life’s blows?

The deep agony Withdrawal can bring, The constant agitation Is a terrible thing.

Surely she’s paid A terrible price For the life she has led Into which she was enticed.

How long will it be For this habit to break? I cry to God As my heart does ache, To watch and stand by Give my support and love, “How much longer?” I cry To my Father above.

It is hard right now To trust and obey, And all I can do Is continue to pray That she will come through, Give her life back to Him And follow His lead, As she turns from her sin.

THE MULLET RUN

Written by Sharmayne Kurtz It is the 3rd June on a cool windy day We are walking the bush track heading for the bay As our feet sink deep into the 4 wheel drive tracks Left by the mullet fisherman from the night on the track Up over the rise and onto the beach Moreton Island a wonderous treat The waves are white capping on a south westerly wind The tern birds are bomb diving into the sea again The currents are like rapids as the tides make their way Around the southern point while the dog people play The wind is cutting and cold against our backs When all of a sudden the Petrel bird smacks The ocean water the wind and the waves The power of this bird is on display

I feel so weak, My strength is all gone, I seem to be drawing Away from the Son. Hold me dear Lord, Wipe the tears from my eye, Keep my daughter safe, Is my earnest cry.

The Petrel bird hits the water and submerges herself I blink and in her claws it is a fish just for her shelf She aligns this fish in a vertical line Clutching a hold just to say this is mine She powers her wings and heads due north To that hungry family that always squawks

“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”.

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.....

Herding the mullet spawn in for the final slaughter Knowing full well that dinner is on order Nothing has changed from all those years ago The dolphins are there for the fisherman you know They swim up and down herding the mullet schools So the nets are full as the evening gets cool

Up on the beach are the fisherman’s swags The trucks and nets containers and bags Ready and waiting for the mullet to come A cold lonely night with a generators hum

May June July is the time the mullet spawn So the fish are for everyone who do not eat prawns Landing that fish that is big and fat For the flesh or the roe or just the thrill of the catch

The terns and the petrels are letting them know But wait the dolphins are really the final show These creatures have been here since the beginning of time

Frying it in a pan on the wood fire camp With the chill of the winter and the wind creating a dance While the warmth of the fire heats the face The sounds of Moreton Bay are a magic place

Assisting the Indigenous fisherman with their catch Driving the mullet in by slapping their backs

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Being diagnosed with Prostate Cancer was one of the most traumatic things that thebribieislander ADVERTISING/NEWS CALL 0425 477 639 THE BRIBIE ISLANDER SEPTEMBER 2017 - ISSUE 38 | 31 • Blood test (Prostate Specific I have encounter in my 67 years. I’ve had polio as infant, hit by a car and had a there is an increase in this spe fractured femur as an 8 year old, lost my father at 12, knee replacement at 52, hit Approved by the Cancer.Net Editorial Board, 01/2016 need further investigation by by a car on Bribie Island at 66 while cycling in which I had a ruptured posterior Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an necessarily mean cancer. Pros anxiety disorder. A person may develop PTSD cruciate ligament, a knee that was hyperextending and bending the wrong way after experiencing an extremely frightening or higher than normal PSA level. life-threatening situation. PTSD is most often and the misfortune of blood clots on both lungs post surgery, All of these paled By John Boland associated with traumatic events such as war, cycling (the narrow seat mass sexual and physical attacks, natural disasters, into insignificance to being diagnosed with prostate cancer. and serious accidents. But it can also affect rectal exam (DRE) about every 6 months. his is not medical advice and has been • Pain or burning during urination; and after a Digital Rectal Examina people with a history of cancer. For example, Prostate biopsies may be done every year as by a cancer survivor. If in the event written • Discomfort caused by an enlarged prostate. a recent study found that nearly 1 in 4 women well. If your test results change, your doctor that this raises concerns then please who were newly diagnosed with breast cancer would then talk to you about treatment options. consult with your general practitioner. If oneA doctor will usually do a blood test and/or • Digital Rectal Examination ( HOW IS PROSTATE CANCER DETECTED AND DIAGNOSED? experienced PTSD. It is normal for a person with man makes an appointment with their GP after physical examination to check the health of the

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cancer or a cancer survivor to have feelings the doctor inserts a gloved, lu of anxiety, such as worry, fear, and dread. Being diagnosed with Prostate Cancer was • Blood test (Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) However, if these feelings do not go away over the prostate and assess if ther Often, prostate cancer is found through a PSA test or DRE in men who have earlyone of the most traumatic things that I have test): The result shows whether there is an time, continue to get worse, or affect daily life, encounted in my 67 years. I’ve had polio as increase in this specific protein. Depending on they could be a sign of PTSD. not rule out prostate cancer. stage disease and no symptoms or signs, a process called screening. If a PSA test infant, hit by a car and had a fractured femur the result, you might need further investigation reading my ranting’s then my job is done.

prostate.

Watchful waiting (observation) is sometimes used to describe a less intensive type of followup that may mean fewer tests and relying more on changes in a man’s symptoms to decide if treatment is needed. Radical Prostatectomy is a common surgical

as an 8 year old, lost my father at 12, knee by a specialist. A high PSA test result does not approach to prostatectomy includes making or DRE indicates that prostate cancer may be present, more monitoring and replacement at 52, hit by a car on Bribie Island necessarily mean cancer. Prostate diseases a surgical incision and removing the prostate at 66 while cycling in which I had a ruptured other than cancer can also cause a higher than gland (or part of it). This may be accomplished testing is needed to diagnose prostate cancer. When prostate cancer does cause posterior cruciate ligament, a knee that was normal PSA level. False positives are also found with either of two methods, the retropubic hyperextending and bending the wrong way and be found through cycling (the narrow seat or suprapubic incision (lower abdomen), or a symptoms or signs, it is usually diagnosed in a later stage. These symptoms and the misfortune of blood clots on both lungs post massages the Prostate Gland), having a PSA perineum incision (through the skin between the surgery, All of these paled into insignificance to Test done after a Digital Rectal Examination, or scrotum and the rectum). signs may include: being diagnosed with prostate cancer. after intercourse Robotic Surgery is a way of doing surgery • Digital Rectal Examination (DRE): Because of for prostate cancer. It is a type of keyhole where the prostate is located, the doctor inserts a gloved, lubricated finger into the rectum to check the size of the prostate and assess if there are any abnormalities. A normal DRE result does not rule out prostate cancer.

(laparoscopic) surgery. It is also called da Vinci surgery.

Radiation therapy (EBRT) In EBRT, beams of • Frequent urination; radiation are focused on the prostate gland from a machine outside the body. This type of • Weak or interrupted urine flow or the However self-examination for males can be an radiation can be used to try to cure earlier stage issue, however if women controlled medicine, cancers, or to help relieve symptoms such as one of the tests that men would need to strain to empty the bladder; have to go bone pain if the cancer has spread to a specific through would be something like this; area of bone. • Blood in the urine; Men need to be aware of the health of their I am now four years post diagnosis and am bodies, as well - prostate• cancerThe urge to urinate frequently at night; and breast happy with the way things have panned out. cancer are almost on the same level. It’s Recently I was asked by several people to pen fascinating to me that the correlation between my thoughts as a Prostate Cancer Survivor • Blood in the seminal fluid; the two is almost the same - people don’t talk following two men who are close to our family about it so much, but they are almost equal in that have been diagnosed. During the process • New onset erectile dysfunction; What comes to mind is a quote by the numbers. Olivia Newton-John. of writing this article it reminded me of a little late Robin Williams when stated, ditty: Read more at: https://www.brainyquote.com/ • Pain or burning during urination; and “men have two heads but only quotes/keywords/prostate.html enough I’m sitting at my doctors and I’m feeling very blood to run one at a time” Discomfort caused by an enlarged glum After the initial diagnosis • with a PSA reading and the first things that comes after a any minute now I’m getting a of 36 my initial though was, “shit I’m in trouble positive Prostate Cancer Diagnosis to prostate. For I know thatfinger up my bum. here”. Your doctor usually starts to worry at mind is sexual function. My nookie days are over and my pilot light is anything above 2. After you get over the shock, out, appointments are made for you to see an 1. In Australia, prostate cancer urologist, and a biopsy is done. An old friend referred to it as having a 21-gun salute up the bum. From this a Gleeson score is presented.

What used to be my sex appeal is now my waterspout.

incorporated into a strategy of prostate cancer staging, which predicts prognosis and helps guide therapy. A Gleason score is given to prostate cancer based upon its microscopic appearance.

It used to be embarrassing the way he would behave, For every single morning he would stand and watch me shave.

Times I can remember from my trousers he could spring, A doctor will usually do a blood test and/or physical examination to check the The Gleason grading system is used to help But now it’s a full time job just to find the bloody evaluate the prognosis of men with prostate thing. health of the prostate. cancer. Together with other parameters, it is HOW IS PROSTATE CANCER DETECTED AND DIAGNOSED? Often, prostate cancer is found through a PSA test or DRE in men who have early-stage disease and no symptoms or signs, a process called screening. If a PSA test or DRE indicates that prostate cancer may be present, more monitoring and testing is needed to diagnose prostate cancer. When prostate cancer does cause symptoms or signs, it is usually diagnosed in a later stage. These symptoms and signs may include: • Frequent urination; • Weak or interrupted urine flow or the need to strain to empty the bladder; • Blood in the urine; • The urge to urinate frequently at night; • Blood in the seminal fluid; • New onset erectile dysfunction;

Once you are over the initial shock of diagnosis it’s then an issue of the treatment modality. Below are five options that are available however no two cancers are the same. Each individual cancer possesses different biological characteristics, even cancers of the same type. These differences, which can be great or very subtle, are caused by the many distinct populations of cancer cells that can reside within a single tumour. Active surveillance is often used to mean monitoring the cancer closely. Usually this approach includes a doctor visit with a prostatespecific antigen (PSA) blood test and digital

But alas as old age approaches, it sure gives me the blues, To see him hang his little head and watch me tie my shoes. Enlargement of the prostate generally begins to occur when a man reaches his mid-40s. During this time, cells in the central portion of the gland begin to multiply and cause the prostate gland to grow. Pressure on the urethra, which is responsible for emptying urine from the bladder, and partial obstruction of urine flow can result as the tissues in the area enlarge. Food for thought Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Cancer

is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men. 2. More than 3000 men die of prostate cancer in Australia every year;

3. More men die of prostate cancer than women die of breast cancer. Vigilance is critical in Prostate and Breast Cancer and examinations are critical. Because prostate cancer often grows very slowly, some men (especially those who are older or have other serious health problems) might never need treatment for their prostate cancer. Instead, their doctors may recommend approaches known as watchful waiting or active surveillance. (Other terms sometimes used include observation or expectant management.)

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At the age of 18 years, he joined a band with his second cousins doing a Jim Morrison/Doors tribute show. After that experience, Grant has been performing with other tribute shows: The ‘Masters of Rock’ Show features Led Zeppelin, Doors, AC/DC, Deep Purple and Guns and Roses. The ‘Australias’ Favourite Sons’ Show features INXS, AC/DC and Cold Chisel. The ‘Kings of Country Rock’ Show features The Eagles and Creedence Clearwater Revival. They are currently working on a new show – ‘Elvis – an American Legend’ with top Elvis impersonator, Sean Luc Spiteri, from Melbourne. So now you know where he got that singing voice. Grant is currently recording some originals songs to impress and woo a lovely lady. His dream is to pursue a career in music and move to the country and have a family. He will be appearing at Blueys again on 22nd and 29th September. Watch this space.

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YTD: 9170 Calls, 2720 vessels logged on, 140 Vessel Assists, and 99 Securite Broadcasts.

AUG: 1219 calls, 368 vessels logged on, 13 vessel assists Assists this month included: FRI 28/7 02:07am - 42ft Aluminium hulled yacht (non-member) ran aground on Flinders Reef taking on water, tasked by Water Police to attend, almost there and were stood down. CG Redcliffe were there waiting for daylight. Later that morning the tender from Police vessel W. Conroy took all aboard yacht to safety. The yacht was later salvaged. TUE 1/8 18:10pm - a Hobbie Cat (nonmember) with no sails and only a small outboard, was reported well overdue and no phone nor radio. Call Out crew activated by Water Police (VKR) were ready to go, when VKR phoned that vessel found on beach at Deception Bay, crew heading back when VKR phoned again saying there was no sign of person and to continue. The crew headed out again and yet another call from VKR to stand down as person was found, and had been hit by a car.

Students visit from North Lakes High School: Year 11 and 12 Aquatics Students (boys and girls aged about 15-16 years old) from North Lakes High School visited our base at 1300 hrs 9th August 2017. Their main interest in the visit was finding out more about our technology, navigational methods on our vessels, communication and rescue methods and equipment used by Marine Rescue Bribie Island.

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Model Kelly mingled with guests.

Social Committee ladies preparing sweets, from L: Dot Oldmeadow, Robyn Young, Sheryl Traill, Leona Patrick and Brenda Allardyce.

SAT 5/8. 09:28am – 6m Cuddy Cabin retrieved from North Spit out of fuel, taken to Meldale. SAT 5/8 12:25pm – 6.3m ½ cabin (nonmember) towed from Tangalooma Shipping Channel to Spinnaker Sound Marina. SUN 6/8 2011pm – 9m monohull yacht (non-member) becalmed, no engine, towed from shipping channel NW8 to anchorage in Pumicestone Passage. SAT 12/8 11:28am – Jetski (non-member) with engine problem was towed from Moreton Bay to Scarborough. SUN 13/8 14:24pm – 4.5m Stessco (nonmember) towed from Mouth Brisbane River to Nudgee Beach. MON 14/8 13:57pm – 4.5m Cuddy Cabin (non-member) with engine problems towed from Banksia Canals to Spinnaker Sound Marina.

Students from North Lakes High School on board Bribie One with Skipper Bob Skinner HIGH TEA Saturday 18 August 2017 Janine Jaavuo and her Social Committee put on another spectacular High Tea for 73 members and guests at the Marine Rescue Base with Michelle Abil from Island Designs providing an entertaining fashion parade displaying a great range of womens wear and accessories. Michelle will donate 10% of sales (even after the event) to MVRBI. This annual event has become well known as the best value High Tea around, as can be seen from the photos not only tea and coffee was consumed!

Betty Snell presenting one of the many wonderful prizes for the afternoon.

From R: Janine Jaavuo and Betty Snell present another one of the prizes.

SUNSET DRINKS 25th August 2017: Once again this monthly event, held 5pm on the last Friday of the month, was very well attended and the ladies of the Social Committee put on another great spread of fish, with baked potatoes and salad for only $5. All members and guests are welcome to attend. This event also serves as a wonderful platform not only to socialise but also to recognise the many achievements of our numerous volunteers.

Members and Guests enjoying Sunset Drinks.

From L: Unit Training Coordinator Alan Tranter, Gail Tranter, Mary Brown and Linda Skinner.

Bar Stewards Allan Pawley and Peta Schroder.

SUN 20/8 15:03pm – ½ Cabin (nonmember) with engine problem towed from 2 km South of the Pumicestone Passage to Spinnaker Sound Marina. SUN 20/8 18:23pm – 5.1m runabout (member) with engine problem towed from Cooks Rocks to Bongaree Boat Ramp. THU 24/8 14:03pm – 6.1m Cuddy Cabin (non-member) unable to start, towed from Curtain Artificial Reef to Spinnaker Sound Marina.

Members and Guests enjoying the fine fare.

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ensures that volunteers can focus on what they do best, which is providing support and back up when it’s needed to people on our coastal waterways.” The above is a media release from Senator James McGrath 29th August 2017.

Bribie Volunteer Marine Rescue in the Fast Lane Ray and Pauline Christensen enjoying the evening. Ray was also presented with a special thank you for his and his Team’s great effort selling raffle tickets at the RSL on Friday nights.

Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister and Queensland LNP Senator James McGrath and LNP Candidate for Pumicestone Simone Wilson got a first-hand look at the fast response vessel on a visit to Bribie Island today.

”The new mid-sized rescue vessel allows VMR volunteers to respond more quickly in certain situations and also means they can more easily access tighter regions of the Pumicestone Passage” he said

Bribie 2 on the water.

“By giving the volunteers access to a vessel with better manoeuvrability it further enhances the safety of thousands of local and visiting boating enthusiasts that pass through Moreton Bay and Pumicestone Passage each year.”

“Since the delivery of Bribie 2 we have been able to respond to all areas from the Pumicestone Passage to Open waters East of Moreton Island. This vessel has far exceeded all VMR Bribie expectations and is an essential asset to our emergency service partners he said. LNP Candidate for Pumicestone Simone Wilson endorsed the Volunteer Marine Rescue crews for their commitment and courage. “The Bribie Island VMR has 150 dedicated volunteer members who work night and day to keep our waterways safe and I am so pleased the Coalition Government was able to offer support to this worthy local organisation,” she said.

Commodore Nathan Gundry, Cheryl Williams, Rick Williams MP, State Member for Pumicestone, and Vice Commodore Liz

EMERGENCY SERVICES EXPO 10am to 2pm Sunday 15th October 2017. A great family day showcasing all emergency services available to our community should they be required. Come along and meet these front line experts, get advice, or just see and experience their equipment.

“Local volunteers work tirelessly to fundraise to support their ongoing operations and maintain and replace vital equipment. “The support of government provides a major boost to these ongoing efforts and

Last years assembled participants in EXPO 2016 Pacific Harbour Xmas Lights & Boat Parade: Saturday 23rd December 2017 An evening procession of decorated boats will make their way through the Pacific Harbour canals to view the magnificent Christmas Lights house displays on Saturday 23rd December.

LNP Candidate for Pumicestone Simone Wilson, Senator James McGrath Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister and VMRBI Commodore Nathan Gundry aboard Bribie 2.

Prizes will be for the best Christmas lights house display and the best decorated boat. Many residents and guests have participated in previous years either on their boats, at canal parks and easement or at parties held in the canal homes. Of course, Santa and his helpers from VMR Bribie will again travel the canals between 1.30pm and 5.00pm to hand out lollies to the waiting children. Remember to listen for the bell!!

Bribie Island VMR Commodore Nathan Gundry said the new boat was an exceptional asset for the community.

From the Left: Michael Savige, Simone Wilson LNP Candidate for Pumicestone, Division One Councillor Brooke Savige and VMRBI Emergency Services Liaison Officer Graham Gibb.

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The safety of the boating public has been significantly enhanced along Moreton Bay with the arrival of Bribie Volunteer Marine Rescue’s newest state-of-the-art rescue boat, ‘Bribie 2’.

Senator McGrath said the Liberal National Coalition Government contributed $84,000 towards the purchase of the new rescue boat from its Community Development Grants Programme earlier this year.

New members David and Joan Nicholls enjoying the evening. David also volunteers as a Trainee Radio Operator.

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The parade will gather around the main canal adjacent to the Pacific Harbour Marina at 6.30pm for 7.10pm start. For further information, please see Parade Route & Information Sheet attached. All aboard Bribie 2, from left: Coxswain Bob Skinner, Simone Wilson, Vice Commodore Liz Radajewski, Senator James McGrath, Commodore Nathan Gundry, Coxswain Ray Gibb, VMR Fundraiser Ray Adams. COMING EVENTS @ VMRBI: GOLF DAY BRIBIE ISLAND GOLF CLUB WOORIM Friday 15th September 2017, the VMRBI 5th Annual Golf Fundraiser Day at The Bribie Island Golf Club, Links Court, Woorim. The event is a 4 Ball Ambrose, looking for both sponsors and players. $40 per player includes green fees, BBQ burger and a drink. Drinks cart on course, lots of prizes. Shot Gun Start at 11am. Bookings at The Bribie Island Golf Pro Shop 3408 2484, numbers are limited – so get in quick.

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

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Commodore Barry Colson inspecting the new boats along with Rick Saul and John Ennis.

One of the STATUS 580 sailing boats.

As a part of their ongoing commitment to providing an opportunity for competitive sailing to members who do not have their own boat and also teaching newcomers to the sport, the Bribie Island Sailing Club has recently taken delivery of two STATUS 580 sailing boats. The club holds regular sailing days which,

Rescue Bribie Island on Marine Parade at Sylvan Beach. Club Vice Commodore Doug Wilson told me that the sailing days usually commence at around 9am. ‘Those who come along should bring water to drink, plenty of sunscreen and they need to be prepared for a day of really good fun on the beautiful

for the next two months, are Sunday 10th September, Saturday 23rd September, Sunday 8th October, Saturday 21st October and Sunday 5th November. Anyone who would like to try the sport of sailing is invited to attend on any or for that matter all of these days. The club grounds are adjacent to the Volunteer Marine

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AUTISM

By Veronica Mercer, (Mental Health Accredited Social Worker) make a significant difference (autismqld.com. au).

“Autistic adolescents are the ultimate square peg, and the problem with pounding a square peg into a round hole is not that the hammering is hard work. It’s that your destroying the peg” Paul Collins

Differences on the Spectrum There is no clear biomarker or genetic test which can define or separate Autism and Asperger’s disorder.

he diagnosis of autism changed with the release of the latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSMV) in May 2013. The key change to the new manual for autism is that there is now a single diagnosis of autism, replacing the previous sub-divisions of autism, Asperger’s Syndrome and pervasive developmental disorder - not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). Autism is now diagnosed in terms of its severity, with a ranking of 1, 2 or 3, depending on support needs. Diagnosis is now based on difficulties in two areas - deficits in social communication, and fixated interests and repetitive behaviours. (Psychology Autism explained Autism spectrum disorder(ASD), is the term used to describe a group of disorders that includes autism, Asperger’s syndrome and pervasive developmental disorder (also known as atypical autism). The term ‘spectrum’ is used to describe the wide variety and differing levels of severity of symptoms found in children with ASD. Autism is the most commonly occurring form of ASD. It is a lifelong developmental condition that affects the way an individual relates to his or her environment, and their interaction with other people. When someone has ASD, it means that their brains are wired differently to other people. However, the symptoms of ASD vary enormously from person to person. An estimated one in 100 people has autism; roughly 230,000 Australians. Autism affects almost four times as many boys than girls (autismqld.com.au). The Facts The principal areas of difficulty are in; o social interaction o social communication o restricted or repetitive behaviours and interests. Behaviours People on the spectrum can have unusual behaviours, which is often due to the difficulties they have responding to their environment. Their behaviour is generally an attempt by them

to communicate their feelings or to cope with a

situation. Behaviour problems may occur as the result of their heightened sensitivity to a sound or something they may have seen or felt. For people on the spectrum, rigidly sticking to routines and spending their time in repetitive behaviours are ways for them to reduce uncertainty and maintain the predictability of their environment.

verbal communication such as eye gaze, facial expression and gesture oD ifficulties forming and sustaining friendships oL ack of seeking to share enjoyment, interests and activities with other people oD ifficulties with social and emotional responsiveness

Behaviours may include: • Usually intense or focused interests oO ften repetitive body movements, life hand flapping and spinning oR epetitive use of objects, switching lights on and off, lining up toys etc o I nsistence on sticking to routines such travelling the same route home each day and doing things in the same order every time oU nusual sensory interests such as sniffing objects or staring intently at moving objects oS ensory sensitivities including avoidance of everyday sounds; including very loud ones; and textures like sand,

Communication People with Autism may have some communication difficulties. Some people with autism speak fluently, others who are speech impaired to varying degrees and others still, who are unable to speak at all. Where language is developed, they may use language in a very limited or unusual way. They may only talk about topics that are of interest to them. Their conversations may involve repeating your phrases or words back to you, or asking the same questions continually. There can be difficulty interpreting non-verbal forms of communication like facial expressions, hand gestures and other body language. Impaired communication is characterised by:

Social Interactions People with Autism may have difficulty maintaining relationships. This is due mainly to a lack of response to the non-verbal forms of communication that many of us take for granted like, facial expressions, physical gestures and eye contact. They are often unable to understand and express their needs just as they are unable to interpret and understand the needs of others. This impairs their ability to share interests and activities with other people. Often a delay in their speech and the struggle to make sense of other non-verbal forms of communication, may lead to people with ASD withdrawing into repetitive play and behaviour and avoiding interactions all together. Poor social interaction may include: oL imited use and understanding of non-

o Delayed language development o Difficulties initiating and sustaining conversations o Stereotyped and repetitive use of language such as repeating phrases from television (autismspectrum.org.au) What Causes Autism? While the cause of ASD is unknown, current research suggests biological or neurological differences in the brain may begin during pregnancy or shortly after birth. Research also suggests that there may be a genetic basis in many instances although not all. The cause of ASD is not fully understood and although there is no cure, appropriate early interventions, therapy and educations delivered by professionals with expertise in ASD can

In the absence of an extensive developmental history of language and social development, two normally intelligent young people, one with Autism, the other with Asperger’s disorder, both presenting with social difficulties, and a history of repetitive, stereotyped behaviour, may appear to have the same struggles. What distinguishes Asperger’s Disorder from classic Autism are its less severe symptoms and the absence of language delays. Children with Asperger’s Disorder may be only mildly affected, and they frequently have good language and cognitive skills. To the untrained observer, a child with Asperger’s Disorder may just seem like a neurotypical child behaving differently (www.psychologytoday.com). Developing Life Skills Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) take longer than other children to learn social skills. Social skills will help your child with ASD know how to act in different social situations – greeting people, making eye contact and shaking hands Social skills can help your child make friends, learn from others and develop hobbies and interests. They can also help with family relationships and give your child a sense of belonging. In my practice, I utilise modelling of social situations for example when first meeting a new person we need to have, good eye contact, a smile in place and saying “Hello”. I may also work with the child/person on talking through specific scenarios. Similarly, role play is a very useful way of teaching life skills. Believe in your child with ASD. The ability to engage in social interactions and play predicts their cognitive skills, self-esteem, regulating emotions, and motivation. We can reduce the risk of developing issues in other areas by improving social confidence with building social skills. Good social skills can improve your child’s mental health and overall quality of life. Wishing you all good mental wellbeing Veronica

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AUGUST CRIME REPORT

This month officers from Bribie Island joined forces with police from Deception Bay and Landsborough Road Policing Units, the Road Policing Task Force and the Roadside Drug Testing Unit to undertake Operation Red 11. This operation was conducted in the early hours of the morning and was aimed at detecting drug and drink drivers moving to and from the Bribie Island area. A large number of vehicles were intercepted for roadside breath testing, with drink drivers detected and some positive drug tests were returned Roadside drug testing is being undertaken on a regular basis in the Bribie Island area, and further activities are planned for the coming months. A number of infringement notices were also issued, and several drivers charged with traffic related offences.

Throughout the month, officers from Landsborough Road Policing unit attended the area on several occasions and issued infringement notices. Officers from Bribie Island also issued a further number of infringements, mainly for speeding, failing to wear a seatbelt and licence related offences. During August, officers from Bribie Island attended a number of domestic violence matters, some of which involved the contravention of protection order conditions and others necessitated officers to make applications for domestic violence protection orders. Domestic Violence continues to be a large part of the stationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, and is a serious matter for the community. If you or someone you know is living with domestic violence, please contact the station for help. Always ring Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. The station hosted another Coffee with a Cop event at the Bribie Island shopping centre. Like previous events, the event was well attended and many residents took the opportunity to meet their local police to discuss issues relating to our area Further Coffee with a Cop events will be hosted in the coming months. Thanks very much to Bribie Island Shopping Centre management and Gloria Jeans for their help in hosting the event. A 40-year-old Bellara man was charged with driving whilst unlicensed and drink driving at Bellara, after returning an alleged reading of 0.084 per cent BAC. The vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plates were also confiscated for 90 days. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. Two 19-year-old men from Godwin Beach were charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils and permitting a place to be used for drug offences, at Godwin Beach. Property suspected as being stolen was also seized. Both men will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 21-year-old Bellara man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs and

drug utensils at Bellara, after a search warrant was executed. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 36-year-old Woorim man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at Woorim. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court.

A 17-year-old Ningi man was charged with allegedly driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle, learner offences, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and obstructing police at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 30-year-old Caboolture man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs and possession of a knife in public at Bongaree. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 39-year-old Stratford man was charged with alleged graffiti and consuming liquor in a public place at Bellara. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 54-year-old Caboolture man was charged with allegedly driving whilst disqualified at Bongaree, and the vehicles plates seized for seven days. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 40-year-old Morayfield woman was fined for driving whilst unlicensed at Ningi. A 40-year-old Bellmere man and a 41-yearold Banksia Beach man were charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Ningi. They will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 48-year-old Bellara woman was charged with alleged public nuisance and assaulting and obstructing police at Bellara. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 43-year-old Morayfield woman was fined for driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Sandstone Point. A 35-year-old Ningi woman was charged with allegedly driving whilst unlicensed at Bongaree, and the vehicles plates seized for 90 days. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 51-year-old Ningi man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at Woorim. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 41-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Bellara. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 29-year-old Sippy Downs woman was charged with alleged public nuisance at Sandstone Point. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 22-year-old Bellara man was charged with allegedly driving whilst unlicensed at Bellara and the vehicles plates seized for seven days. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 28-year-old Gympie man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at Sandstone Point. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 17-year-old Banksia Beach youth was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Banksia Beach. He will appear

at Caboolture Magistrates Court.

A 17-year-old youth, an 18-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman all from Kingaroy were charged with alleged wilful damage, possession of dangerous drugs, public nuisance and assaulting and obstructing police at Woorim. They will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. An 18-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at Banksia Beach. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. An 18-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at Banksia Beach. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 44-year-old Maleny man was charged with alleged public nuisance at the Bellara Caravan Park. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 22-year-old Woorim man was charged with allegedly driving without due care and attention at Bongaree. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 41-year-old Ningi man was charged with allegedly driving whilst unlicensed at Sandstone Point. The vehicles plates were seized for seven days. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 7. A 40-year-old Woorim man and a 35-year-old Woorim woman were charged with allegedly possessing drug utensils at Woorim. They will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 25-year-old Bongaree man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at Bongaree. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 19-year-old Glasshouse Mountains man was fined for allegedly disobeying a move on direction at the Sandstone Point Hotel. A 19-year-old Morayfield man was charged with alleged public nuisance at the Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 43-year-old Morayfield woman was fined for alleged public nuisance at the Sandstone Point Hotel. A 30-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with drink driving a boat at Banksia Beach after returning an alleged reading of 0.085 per cent BAC. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 18-year-old Woorim man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at Woorim.He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 7. A 41-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs and drug utensils at Bellara. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 51-year-old Sandstone Point man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at the Bribie Island Shopping Centre. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 51-year-old Ningi man was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged

reading of 0.178 per cent BAC. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court. A 34-year-old Beachmere woman was fined for driving whilst unlicensed at Ningi. A 28-year-old Keperra woman was charged with drink driving at Main Beach after returning an alleged reading of 0.054 per cent BAC. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 14. A 65-year-old Bellara woman was fined for unlicensed driving at Bellara. A 46-year-old Banksia Beach man allegedly tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on October 16. A 56-year-old Godwin Beach man was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged reading of 0.168 per cent BAC. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 4. A 52-year-old Norman Park man was charged with drink driving at Ningi after returning an alleged reading of 0.065 per cent BAC. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 14. A 52-year-old Woorim man was fined for driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle at Ningi. A 39-year-old Bongaree woman allegedly tested positive during a roadside drug test at Ningi. She will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on October 16. A 19-year-old Banksia Beach man was allegedly charged with breaching his bail at Bellara. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 14. An 18-year-old Kallangur man was charged with allegedly possessing dangerous drugs at the Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 14. A 25-year-old Woodford man was charged with allegedly failing to leave licensed premises at the Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 12. A 44-year-old Banksia Beach man was charged with alleged assault, fail to leave licensed premises, obstruct police and wilful damage at the Sandstone Point Hotel. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 12. A 35-year-old Banksia Beach man was fined for driving whilst unlicensed at Bellara. A 34-year-old Bongaree man was charged with allegedly possessing drug utensils at Bongaree after police executed a search warrant at an address. He will appear at Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 14. 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.

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e are currently in the process of landscaping and fencing, which is the last outside renovation to be done. The fence and gates should be finalised by the end of September; that is when we will be forced to shut off the driveway and collection bins from Saturday closing time until Monday morning and all public holidays. We regret having to resort to this procedure, but is has become necessary due to the continual dumping of rubbish – even kitchen waste has been left in the past. As Busy Fingers is classified as a business, the council will no longer allow us to take rubbish of any kind to the Ningi tip, we have to travel to Caboolture, which is so time consuming and the more trips we have to make, the less time our truck is available for free pick- ups and small fee deliveries. We started with 2 commercial bins, but we have had to increase this to 4 bins which are costing more each month to empty. Another reason for closing off the area is the continual theft that occurs over the weekend, our cameras are showing continual visits late at night by people coming to check out what has been DONATED in good faith, and in many cases these people have taken everything even making more than one trip. The police have been very good to us, keeping a watch when the evening drive-about occurs and also with investigating and prosecuting thieves. Busy Fingers raises funds to benefit the Island community and its residents, the more costs we can keep down the more funds we have available to support organisations requiring help. Please drop off your donations during opening hours if possible, and remember if you cannot do this please call 3408 1014 and ask for a free pick up. THANK YOU. The only thing left to do inside the shop is to replace a few of the old shelves and add a few more enabling us to display items in a more regimented order making it easier for customers to locate items they looking for. Hopefully, I will soon be able to advise you that the building is totally completed with a light and open feel, and easier access to shop and find what you are looking for. YELLOW LINE drawn along the kerb means NO PARKING – these yellow lines are placed on both sides of our driveway for safety reasons, so please do not park there, we have plenty of parking spaces in our car park. On several occasions we have had near misses with customers trying to leave our car park blind due to these cars blocking vision. The police have been driving passed and issuing tickets; the fine for parking on a yellow line is not small. Last week when I was leaving the shop, 2 cars were pulling up and when I advised them they could be booked for the yellow line, they did not seem to realise it meant something... as the saying goes ignorance of the law is no excuse. So please do not park on the yellow line, I have approached the council this week to see if we can have a sign erected to remind people of

the rule, hopefully something can be done.

It is not very often that you come across a person who is not only humble but who has a great and genuine impact on so many people’s lives. I was very lucky to have met such a wonderful lady; Norma Montgomery was associated with Busy Fingers for many years. Our volunteers do not have time to mend or wash clothes so when we received cotton clothes that were badly stained or torn we used to put them in bags and our drivers used to drop them to Norma’s garage, she would also take old kitchen items that required soaking and scrubbing. This wonderful lady who was in her eighties would drag the bags into the house and spend hours sewing on buttons, mending tears, then soaking, washing, ironing and folding these clothes and storing them in her shed until it was full. Then she would arrange, through a church group for a container to transport these items to our less fortunate island neighbours where the items were so gratefully received. We once nominated Norma for a Longman Award for all her dedicated hard work, but she declined the award stating that there were so many more worthy people than her. Norma recently passed away after a short illness, she will not only leave a hole in the hearts of her family and the many people at Busy Fingers who knew her, but also the many people whose lives she selflessly improved. Norma was one of those rare people who was small in stature but was so large in her generosity in helping others – she will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by many. Busy Fingers recently helped a new sporting group – Bribie Districts Little Athletics, which has just had their first sign on day, with good recruitment numbers, we wish Brendan and his group the best of luck for the future. We support a lot of associations on the island, so if any associations need some help in obtaining some equipment, please do not hesitate to contact us busyfingers1@bigpond. com please ensure you include your contact details, this will speed up the process. If there are any associations who would like to know more about us, our President would be only too pleased to come and do a presentation. Volunteers are always welcome and we are registered with Centrelink for Work for Newstart and mature aged programs, our family includes a great group of valued volunteers and staff so if you have spare time and want to make friends while helping your fellow islanders please come along and join the gang. We still have continual random sales on different items and 50% off on furniture so please come and find a bargain. Once again, I would like to sincerely thank Richard and his great team at The Bribie Islander for allowing me to keep you informed on the Busy Fingers adventures. Hoping to see you in the shop soon. Sandra

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PRIVATE LORD COGGAN SHEPHERDING 70+ MILLION SOULS As the softly spoken Lord Coggan introduces me to his gentle wife, but a force to be reckoned with - the Lady Jean – charismatic warmth radiates from both of them, capturing me like a long lost family member. I must be unintentionally staring at Coggan’s bold Archbiscopal Ring, wondering if it could be the one the Pope gifted to his predecessor or even Becket’s, passed down through the centuries? I don’t dare ask. But the most unexpected happens. The Modern Archbishop slowly rolls the ring off his finger with a schoolboy’s mischievous twinkle in his eye and hands it across the coffee table to me, with just “Here, Dear!”

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he 1975 Canterbury Cathedral enthronement of his Grace the 65-yearyoung, affectionately named “Chief Godman” includes not just dignitaries from every corner of the globe, Royal Families, Politicians, Anglican leaders and clergy, but surprisingly, for the very first time, three Vatican Bishops, and boasts the most elaborate pomp and celebration since the 1509 Reformation. As Primate of all England, taking precedence over the Dukes and ranking second only to Queen Elizabeth’s II Royal Family, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Frederick Donald Coggan, (“I hate Frederick, it makes me sound like a Prussian Prince!”) is the total opposite to what you might expect. Having been brought up Catholic, but educating my son as Church of England, I am in awe of both the Pope and the Archbishop of Canterbury, whom I consider the Pope’s equal. So, what formality do I expect, having been granted an audience with the Great Man at his official London residence, Lambeth Palace? Certainly not an affectionate shaking of my hand with both of his and an immediate cup of tea and refreshments as soon as I enter the Coggans’ sitting room in their unexpectedly small, humble and slightly under-furnished flat. These are the only rooms they use privately inside that medieval massiveness of the Thames river palace. Under the previous Primate, this abode was occupied by one of Dr. Ramsey’s chaplains. But Lord Coggan, with over 20 books to his credit, lives simply and hates pomp and excess. His staff consists of a couple of part-time dailies and one cook/housekeeper.

I am totally flabbergasted. But as the years pass and a friendship between the Coggans, including one of their two daughters, Ruth, a gynaecologist and missionary doctor in North-West Pakistan and myself blossoms, I realise this kind of spontaneous reaction is just Coggan’s every day norm. They are extremely proud of Ruth, recalling their favourite anecdote: “It was the day Ruth brought home a bad school report, with the damning verdict that she would never make a doctor. Neither of us said a word. Both of us just hugged her very tightly. “Jean and I appreciate physical contact because neither of us was brought up in families that touched. They were very reserved and not a bit sentimental. We’ve learnt how much physical closeness is something that families need.” The piano playing, music loving Coggan relies strongly on Jean’s intuition. “A man works round and round and round in his own mind, weighing pros and cons for a fortnight before reaching a decision, while a woman -” a sharp whistling sound finishes with a grin and a snap of his fingers, “- makes a decision just like that. I always find Jean’s sagacious advice works.” That’s why for years Lord Coggan has refused to accept his full salary. “There is too big a gap between mine and that of the parish priest – we all do the same job together really.” The Archbishop’s view on sex and marriage also reflects his originality and both work hard keeping that golden thread between them unbroken. “I think sex is the same word as section. You only get the whole when the two sections fit together – the logic of a male and the insight of a female. The joy of marriage is the joining of the two sections. But it’s also important to have a space in marriage and not be too possessive about each other.” I ask him what the most precious gift is that you should pass on to your children. His answer is immediate. “The time you spend

with them.” This punctilious, quietly mannered family man runs his Ecclesiastical Office meticulously, equal to any company director, sweeping in with great energy and discipline but also with a wholesome humanity sprinkled with unexpected spontaneity and humour. And within hours of his enthronement – unknown and unpublicised – he slips on a dirty raincoat and spends his night of glory among London’s outcasts on the embankment. One day he’ll be pleading policy with the Pope, the next, you’ll find him cruising up the Thames with 150 school children on a ‘Fun With Music Trip’. Coggan loves music and playing the piano.

invited by the Vatican to help set guidelines for the new bible, ‘The Revised Edition Rome.’ I will always treasure a bible-thick bunch of letters, accumulated between the three of us over 20 years. But it is Donald’s last Christmas greetings, in the late 90’s, not long before he is laid to rest in the Canterbury Cathedral Cloister Gardens, aged 90 in 2000, that moves me to tears. He describes the family news, then with such courage and honesty adds at the end, “I can’t really remember who you are.” How I will always remember him and Lady Jean with much affection and gratitude for so broadening my vision!

One very important child, his tiny godson, feels let down when Coggan retires at 70, announcing, “I haven’t got an Archbishop for a godfather any more. He’s retarded.” “How right,” agrees Donald, laughing. “How very right!” Although their Lambeth Palace reign only lasts 5 years and they move to their new home, the Sissinghurst Kings Head, a previously 500-year-old pub, this 101st Archbishop of Canterbury, with Jean’s help, achieves more than many a predecessor or successor. Here are just a few realizations of the man fluent in Hebrew, Aramaic and Syriac, supporting the Council of Christians and Jews and treating practising homosexuals with total compassion: Calling for intercommunication between the Anglican and Roman Catholic Churches, with an uncharacteristically spectacular, but deep desire to re-unite Christendom, jettisoning all diplomacy in 1977 while on the Pope’s own patch in Rome; officially proposing the ordination of women; preaching more sermons and travelling more miles to more countries than any other Primate; and being

Helly with The Coggans at Lambeth Palace

With Lord and Lady Coggan retired in Sissinghurst

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John North of Holland Park was our remote judge and provided us with some very useful photographic hints. Fred Reeves a retired RAAF photographer and past member of the club was our guest speaker for the night and kept us Gordon Bentzen - Sunset over the Passage entertained with exciting stories of his experiences in many parts of the world and information of the type of sophisticated but now outdated equipment used in those times.

Gail Goodair - TimeOut This month our theme was “Self Portrait”. This was achieved by mounting the camera on a tripod, setting it to time lapse and posing. Gail Goodair produced a particularly innovative image titled “Time Out” which earned her ten points and first place. Vince Bowser won the two print sections with “Party Girl” a Mono Print which was also voted Photo of the Month by our remote judge. “Gloria” another stunning portrait by Vince won the Colour Print category. John Cupper was the winner of the Mono Projected Image with a lovely reflection shot “Foraging Stilt”. The dazzling “Sunset over the Passage” by Gordon Bentzen won the Projected Image colour section.

Vinve Bowser - Gloria

A slideshow of photos taken by members at the Portrait Masterclass was screened. A competition run by John Lomaz of the portraits taken on that day by the 28 participants was won by Marjorie Borissow of the Caboolture club. Our planned outing for the month was at Spinnaker Sound but as it was a very rainy day and too wet for our precious cameras it was called off. A warm welcome is extended to new members Mel Stack, Brandi Hunter, Melinda Brindale and Sheryllee Johnson. The Bribie Island Photography Club meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 pm in the Board Room at the back of 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 at 3410 1279 or Gail at 3408 9850 or just turn up on the night. You will be most welcome.

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YOUR ZODIAC FORECAST

SEPTEMBER 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. This month, the sky gods Jupiter and Uranus make their final opposition in their incident-packed dance across the heavens. This relationship first came to a head at the turn of the year, and has been the engine for many of the dramatic changes and oscillating fortunes we’ve felt throughout 2017. Yet, the last sip of this heady wine brings the benefits of fresh perspective. With Pluto no longer muddying the waters, we’ll begin to awaken to the lessons our adventures have brought. ARIES (March 21 - April 20) September brings a contrasting tale of clarity and confusion. There’ll be moments when you’re not sure if you’re coming or going. But there will also be times when you see a clear path ahead, and an unobstructed view. The key is not to become frustrated during one period, nor too cavalier in the other. You’re being granted the ability to see what changes must be made, and the advantages they can bring. Be careful, be considered, but also be confident that you can turn this opportunity into tangible success. Discover why September has so many opportunities. Call 1900 959 005. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) Are you where you’re supposed to be? Has life deliberately led you to this moment, reading your forecast? Or has everything up until now just been a series of chance events? How can you know? To be honest, whether the route here has been challenging or amazing (or, most likely a bit of both), it doesn’t matter! It’s ‘being’ here that’s important – not the manner in which you arrived. In September, as the JupiterUranus opposition finalises, your next destination will become clear. From where I am, it looks amazing! There is inspiring news in your in-depth September forecast. Call 1900 959 005. GEMINI (May 22 - June 22) Bruce Banner, the scientist who turned into The Incredible Hulk, often said: ‘Don’t make me angry. You wouldn’t like me when I’m angry!’ Few of us are likeable when we’re irate. And there’s a chance that, as your ruler makes feisty conjunctions with Mars, you might be more

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JUST WHICH SPRING DID YOU MEAN?

Helical or coil spring

As a member of the team responsible for ensuring that The Bribie Islander provides readers with content that is not only informative but, to a degree light hearted and entertaining reading, there are times when I really have to search the far corners of my mind to come up with material for an article to write. As it so happens, the following is the result of one of those times. When I said to Editor Richard Whetlor that, due to this issue being published at the beginning of September, I will probably include something about spring, he most likely thought that I meant the season “Spring.” Well, I guess he was not completely wrong as I will explain in the following few paragraphs about how that particular season got it’s name but, Richard, there are other uses for that word, you know. Okay, enough about why I have written this, let’s look firstly at Spring, the season. As many of you would be aware, English etymology is very seldom simple but when

Englishlongbow - A simple but very powerful spring

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New plants and baby animals are all a part of spring

it comes to that period of the year that fits in between Winter and Summer, Spring is the most accurate description that one could ever imagine and the word conjures up images of the springing of new life, new plants springing from the earth and lambs springing about. At some time during the fourteenth century, the Old English “Lent” was replaced with the much more literal term of “Springing Time” which soon became ‘Springing” and them simply “Spring.” Whilst there are a number of technical definitions of spring, local usage of the term depends on the climate, cultures and customs associated with the specific area. Swedish meteorologists define the beginning of spring as the first occasion on which the average daytime temperature exceeds zero degrees Celsius for seven consecutive days. In Australia and New Zealand, spring invariably begins on September 1st and ends on November 30th. In recent decades, season creep has been identified and the signs of spring are recorded as occurring earlier in many

regions by about two days each decade.

and titanium.

Spring in the Southern Hemisphere is significantly different to that of the Northern Hemisphere for a number of reasons including the greater amount of ocean at all latitudes and there being no land bridge between Southern Hemisphere countries and the Antarctic zone.

When we think of springs and their modern appearance and usage, it is easy to forget that many other items actually have a spring-like action and simple non-coiled springs have been used throughout history. In the Bronze Age, sophisticated spring devices were used and Ctesibiusof Alexandria developed a method for making bronze with spring-like characteristics by producing an alloy of bronze with an increased proportion of tin which was then hardened after it was cast. Examples of coil springs appeared in door locks which were manufactured in the early fifteenth century and the first clocks to use springs were also made around that era.

Now, let’s look at exactly what a spring is and the ways that we associate the word because of what it does. Whilst the word spring in it’s truest sense is used as a noun and describes an elastic object that stores energy, it can also be used as a verb or even an adjective. There are many spring designs although when used in everyday terms the word often refers to coil springs. Springs are made from a variety of elastic material, the most common being spring steel. Large springs are made from annealed steel which is hardened afterwards whilst small springsd can be manufactured from pre-hardened stock. Other non-ferrous metals are also used and these include phosphor, bronze

So, there we have it, whether it is used to talk about a season in which plants and even animals seem to spring to life or the word spring refers to the object that all the word’s uses stem from, I have done as I said and written an article about spring.

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HEALTHY EATING HURDLES AND HOW TO OVERCOME THEM

Cancer Council Queensland CEO Ms Chris McMillan shares healthy eating tips to help Queenslanders reduce their cancer risk.

ealthy eating can be easy, but for some of us it’s hard not to trip up when we face one or two common hurdles. It’s important to identify barriers that keep us from reaching our health goals,

so we can put in place strategies for a positive lifestyle change.

sources of protein and easy on the wallet.

Hurdle: Not enough time. View time spent preparing nutritional food as an investment in your health and happiness. Plan your meals and snacks for the week in advance and choose basic meals if you are especially time-poor. Also, by doubling recipes and having the leftovers for lunch or later in the week, you can save even more time.

Hurdle: Eating out. If you know dining out frequently is impacting your diet, try pre-eating a healthy snack before you leave home or giving yourself a food and alcohol limit at events. If you are going to a restaurant, check the menu and nutritional information online beforehand, so you won’t be as tempted to make a poor choice when you are there. Make sure to select a main meal with plenty of vegetables or choose salad instead of chips as a side dish.

Hurdle: Too costly. A healthy diet can be healthy for your budget too. Eating nourishing foods will give you more energy, keeping you fuller for longer, so you don’t end up reaching for more. Stick to a list when shopping and fill your pantry with versatile items from the five food groups. By shopping for fresh produce that’s in season and what’s on special you can save big. Swap out expensive, packaged snacks, for fresh fruit and low fat yoghurt or vegetable sticks and salsa. Canned seafood, like tuna, is easy to keep on the shelf, healthy, and low-cost. Plus, canned lentils and chickpeas are healthy

Hurdle: Boredom. Boredom and emotional eating can get the better of many people. Instead of checking the fridge for a treat, choose to develop awareness of your eating habits and practice mindful eating. Empty your house of junk food, so it’s not close to hand, and focus on exercising instead. Exercise is a healthy way to cope with stress and emotional upsets, so expend nervous energy by dancing to your favourite song, go for a bike ride or take a brisk walk.

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Hurdle: Peer influence. If you have loved ones encouraging you to choose cheesecake over vegetables, it can be difficult to keep your resolve. Explain to your friends and family that you are trying to improve your health, so they have the chance to support you. Organise get-togethers where you will be more inclined to make healthy choices – head to a park or invite people to your own home, where you can create the menu. If any of these hurdles sound familiar, ask yourself, “If I can overcome these roadblocks, how will my life be different than it is today?” Will you feel healthier and more energised? Having a poor diet significantly increases your risk of becoming overweight or obese and being diagnosed with a range of chronic diseases, including some cancers. There is no better time than now to start planning for your healthier future! For more information on healthy living and reducing your cancer risk, visit cancerqld.org.au or call Cancer Council’s 13 11 20.

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BEEN THERE DONE THAT also told me that some people put vodka in their MoviPrep. At first I was ticked off that I hadn’t though of this, but then I pondered what would happen if you got yourself too tipsy to make it to the bathroom, so you were staggering around the house in full Fire Hose Mode. You would have no choice but to burn the house. When everything was ready, Eddie wheeled me into the procedure room, where Andy was waiting with a nurse and an anesthesiologist. I did not see the 17000-foot tune, but I knew Andy had it hidden somewhere. I was seriously nervous at this point. Andy had me roll over on my left side, and the anesthesiologist began hooking something up to the needle in my left hand. There was music playing in the room, and I realized that the song was “Dancing Queen” by ABBA. I remarked to Andy that, of all the songs that could be playing during this particular procedure, ‘Dancing Queen’ had to be the least appropriate. “You want me to turn it up?” said Andy, from somewhere behind me. “Ha, ha,” I said. And then it was time; the moment I had been dreading for more than a decade. If you are squeamish, prepare yourself, because I am going to tell you, inexplicit detail what it was like.

have written pieces for various publications on Prostate Cancer and have been subjected to the procedure humorously scribed below. Many men and women have been subjected to this dastardly medical procedure but Dave Barry’s article is (pardon the pun) is a riupper Dave Barry is a Pulitzer Prize – winning humour columnist for the Miami Herald and this is his masterpiece on the sensitive subject of Colonoscopies. “ I called my good friend Andy who is a gastroenterologist to make an appointment for a colonoscopy. A few days later in his office, Andy showed me a colour diagram of the colon, a lengthy organ that appears to go all over the place, at one point passing briefly the Minneapolis. Andy explained the colonoscopy procedure to me in a thorough, reassuring and patient manner. I nodded thoughtfully, but didn’t really hear anything, because my brain was shrieking, quote, “HE’S GOING TO STICK A TUBE 17,000 FEET UP YOUR BEHIND”. I left Andy’s office with some written instructions, and a prescription for a product called ‘MoviPrep’ which comes in a b ox large enough to hold a microwave oven. I will discuss MoviPrep in detail later, for now suffice it to say that we must never

allow it to fall into the hands of America’s enemies. I spent the next several days purposively sitting around being nervous. Then, on the day before my colonoscopy, I began my preparation. In accordance with my instructions, I didn’t eat any solid food that day: all I had was chicken broth, which is basically water, only with less flavour. Then, in the evening, I took the MoviPrep. You mix two packets of powder together in a one=litre jug, then you fill it with lukewarm water. (For those unfamiliar with the metric system, a litre is about 32 gallons. Then you have to drink the whole jug. This takes about an hour, because MoviPrep tasted – and here I am being kind – like a mixture of goat spit and urinal cleanser, with just a hint of lemon. The instructions for MoviPrep, clearly written by somebody with a great sense of homour, state that after you drink it, “a loose watery bowel movement may result”. This is kind of like saying that after you jump of your roof, you may experience contact with the ground. MoviPrep is a nuclear laxative. I don’t want to be too graphic here, but have you ever seen a space – shuttle launch”. This is pretty much the MoviPrep experience, with you as the shuttle. There are times when you wish the commode had a seat belt. You spend several hours confined to the

bathroom, spurting violently. You eliminate everything, and then, when you figure you must be totally empty, you have to drink another liter of MoviPrep, at which point, as far as you can tell, your bowels travel to the future and start eliminating food that you have not even eaten yet. After an action-packed evening, I finally got to sleep. The next morning my wife drove me to the clinic. I was very nervous. Not only was I worried about the procedure, but I had been experiencing occasional bouts of MoviPrep spurtage, I was thinking, “What if I spurt on Andy?”. How do you apologize to a friend for something like that? Flowers would not be enough. At the clinic I had to sign many forms acknowledging that I understood and totally agreed with whatever the heck the form said. Then they led me to a room full of other colonoscopy people where I went inside a little curtained space and took off my clothes and put on one of those hospital garments designed by sadist perverts; the kind that, when you put it on, makes you feel even more naked than when you are actually naked. Then a nurse named Eddie put a little needle in a vein in my left hand. Ordinarily I would have fainted, but Eddie was very good, and I was already lying down. Eddie

I have no idea! Really I slept through it! One moment, ABBA was yelling, “Dancing Queen, feel the beat of the tambourine”, and the next moment, I was back in the other room, waking up in a very mellow mood. Andy was looking down at me and asking how I felt. I felt excellent. I felt even more excellent when Andy told me that it was all over, and that my colon had passed with flying colours. I have never been prouder of an internal organ. Colonoscopies are no joke but these comments during the exam are quite humorous and also apply to men have Digital Rectal Examination for Prostate Cancer: 1. In some countries this would mean that we are married; 2. Find Amelia Earhart yet? 3. Can you hear me now; 4. Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? 5. Any sign of the trapped miners Chief? 6. Put your left hand in, you take your left hand out, 7. Now you know how Kermit the Frog feels; 8. If your hand doesn’t fit you must quit; 9. Hey doc let me know when you find my dignity; 10. Could you write a note to my wife saying that my head is not up there.

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TIGERS KICKING IT UP A NOTCH

n Sunday, 6 August Bribie Tigers competed in the inaugural under 10 and under 11 annual Football Invitational Challenge, hosted by Highfields FC. This tournament is significant in its importance to the grassroots soccer community. President John Aldous says it not only supports the development of our soccer players of the future but it allows us the opportunity to compete outside of our regular competition. Our teams were amazing. Our under 11s only lost one game during the day and finished 3rd and our under 10s finished 5th, missing the semi finals on a countback. I have no doubt this next generation will really make their mark on the Sunshine Coast competition in future seasons following in the footsteps of our under 12s and under 13s who have both qualified for the finals this season. I know our club is looking forward to continuing our success on the field and with the under 11s stepping up to competition next season we are keen to compete in Division 1 and would welcome aspiring footballers turning 12 in 2018 to strengthen our squad. Next season we are planning to enter teams in top grade miniroos for under 10s and under 11 with another trip to Highfields high on the agenda.

STOP PILLAGING OUR MARINE LIFE By Neil Wilson

Taking whatever they can find

concerned Sandstone Point resident has made me aware of what can only be described as acts of decimation and pillaging that are occurring on a regular basis along the foreshore in the area. Apparently, large groups of people are foraging along the shore at low tide and also gill netting the shallows, taking anything and everything that they can catch in the net. Our informant told me that these invaders,

The large area of seagrass beds decimated by a worm digger

who are of Asian appearance, seem to be very highly organised and even keep in contact by hand held two way radios, communicating with what appears to be a look-out who stays in the car park. ‘I have rang the inspectors on several occasions but they tell me that, as they have to come from Pinkenba in Brisbane, the offenders would most likely be gone by the time that they arrive. ‘These peop;e are taking shells, small

crabs and under-sized fish and it’s not just a few people each time, it appears to be more like a whole community with people of all ages from grandparents through to little kids,’ the frustrated resident explained. As well as these unfortunate occurrences, the resident has also observed a man and what he presumes to be his son digging up very large areas of seagrass beds in search of worms. ‘In just a few hours, they destroyed an

absolutely massive area and once again, the inspectors are unable to act promptly enough to catch them in the act. Apparently the inability of Department of Primary Inspectors to prevent this situation from continuing is related to a staffing shortage. Anyone who witnesses similar activity should contact the DPI Fisheries Inspectors on 3330 4210 in the hope that there might just happen to be a patrol in the area at the time.

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STROKE VICTIM REHABILITATION SHOULD BE SPOKEN ABOUT FAR MORE OFTEN

By Arthur Thompson

acceptable whether it is earning a lifestyle or out of necessity, - such as WRF and Antivap. 4. Having set the Goals, you must sure implement them. Moving on to the Antivap and the World Reforestation Foundation. One needs to treat this separate entity while treating my Stroke as a fact of life. The Antivap is a means trapping water and reducing evaporation from Dams and storage areas of water. It allows all storage of rain fall in designated areas where it is. It is my observations and circumstances that are drawing my attention to the drought in Southern Africa that has been around since 1967. Ever since I lived there, I had this longing to see the drought stopped in its tracks. Unfortunately, this was not on. You only look Zimbabwe, since Mugabe took over, - the desert took over, and instead of being the Bread Basket all of Africa it has become the has Africa gone to Hell. All that matters is that Mugabe, together with all his cohorts, survive. War has deepened the drought.

troke is self-explanatory; you take every type of pain you can experience that is what it like from one time to another. You all experience pain, whether be mental pain or physical pain, at one time or the other. These vary from Stroke to Stroke, and It is an Earth Shattering experience, especially when it happens to you! While Stroke Survivors are the primary source for inventions and interventions, they also need Carers for the day to day needs as well, plus all the Specialist Doctors, General Practitioners, Occupational Therapist, and Speech Therapist and whatever sorts of Therapists or Specialists’ Nurses required to treats the stroke survivors. All these people have a contribution to make. Many inventions and interventions have been made because of the Stroke Survivors, and Health Professionals who have been treating them, and much more will come. There seem to be some negative arrangements coming from the Bureaucratic side of Government. It is about time the government allowed the Stroke Professionals to make the treatment designs. What requirements are needed to make benefits, should only be up to the Stroke survivors and the Professionals at that the time. They also need Stroke Patients to set

goals. While it is alright setting the need to survive the Stroke at the first instance, eventually, it becomes apparent, you have survived the Stroke, but you have to make life worth living as well. As an example, one person set out to be a “Lollypop Lady”. Ever since she survived her Stroke and learned to speak again, she has been the “Lollypop Lady” at the local School. She has given up the Support Group for Stroke Survivors and resumed her life in normal society. She had a Goal! And is getting on with life, as well be accepted, in spite she having a had Stroke. I have invented the Antivap, a means of reducing evaporation from Dams and other storage areas of water. I also have the World Reforestation Foundation. I have a goal to promote this. It doesn’t matter what you are setting as Goals, as long these are for yourself and, I believe, the populace. The things I want to do as a stroke survivor are 1. To tell about Strokes and the implications, when a Strokes strikes. 2. To talk about life After a Stroke and the setting of Goals. 3. To talk on various subjects - Be the entertainment or making life more

Refugees also need water. All of the United Kingdom and Europe and certain countries in the Middle East like Israel and Turkey, count themselves, victims of the refugee crisis. You must provide sufficient clean water and the system 100%, ideally by itself, but too much get a long with; I will settle 99%. All it needs now is for the countries waging war on themselves, and there will be refugees. When will the World be peaceful again? Antivap can help with the drought and WRF with reforestation. I would like to follow my goals. I will do as much independently as possible, so I forgo the need for Carers. But I could not go without my Carers. Unfortunately, I still need members of Carers community most of the time, for example, if transport requires public transport, or even for cleaning Glasses. The list seems endless when I take into account all that is wrong with me. I still have a pretty good life considering what has survived. I would like to travel to promote my goals. I would prefer to travel by Sail if possible as it means a place to live in and a suitable place relaxed. I need Carers too! The rivers of East and Southern Coasts should give me plenty to be getting on with. By Water, Road and Rail network to follow as an alternative. My talks could be a source of endless promotion for Stroke

and Antivap to get noticed. One has only to think of the Farmers, and the Stroke’s Survivors that out there, and realise the cost of Farmers and Strokes Survivors, who do not have the facilities of the City or Town available to them. I will have to forgo the question time, due to my lack of speech. I will have to receive emails or letters and formulate answers individually. In another time I would have anticipated the questions that are most likely to be asked, but that is no longer a matter of choice. I also want to set up Facebook, a Blog or LinkedIn or whatever social media creates the most publicity for Stroke and Antivap. In this way, I could get the most publicity in the least possible time. I would need some TV and Radio coverage. I need some coordination for getting through these, and I need someone to look after my travelling arrangements, a coordinator. I would like someone to coordinate all the arrangements for me - the RSL or the ROTARY seem the right places to hold my meetings. As do this I got “Chuffed.org” to organise some Crowdfunding for me, as it is N.P.O. It remains only to say that all profits go to Stroke and WRF (World Reforestation Foundation). It is a necessity to consider a negotiator. My team for negotiations such things come to minds such as a Scooter and Trailer and Electric Catamaran. I don’t have the verbal language to make myself clear anymore, which is what comes from Aphasia. I don’t have the prospect of making myself heard, and most of my words are written. When it comes to hearing me raising my voice, I just cannot do it. The use of “Natural Reader” and “Grammarly”- software programmes on my computer, is time consuming and places talking in the ‘too difficult’ basket for me. I, therefore, need a negotiator, to be guided by me. I don’t have to remind you that I hear everything. Despite what people say. I have received bullying from time to time but only treat that they contempt deserve. These are my Goals. The satisfaction is achieving the success that is left to the Stroke Survivors themselves. The Sky’s the limit. I took a fair while to get over the Stroke. I cannot speak, that presents a fact of my life. Another fact is it takes a bit longer to do the stuff of any consequence. Is it a pity I had the Stroke? Without the stroke, I could have had 21 years advantage. All the time I was Non-verbal, just think of how many lives I could have saved.

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