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NIGEL NEWMANN FROM GATEWAY BAIT AND TACKLE We are looking for women to join the RSL Women’s Auxiliary. This Winter is over and the end of the winter species is nearly here. could be what you are looking for. Soon we will be measuring all of our Whiting and the Mackerel will Our aim: is to support the RSL Sub Branch and the Veteran chase away all the Tailor. The winter Whiting don’t just disappear Community. It is a myth that our association is a “Ladies Sewing they tend to head for the deeper colder waters in the bay. If you or Knitting Group”, in fact, we are an integral part of the RSL. We still want a feed of these smaller, tasty fish they can still be caught come under the RSL Sub-Branch and we are governed by By-Law 6 in the deeper sections of the Cockle Banks all year round. of the RSL (Qld) State Rules. As for the Tailor they tend to follow the colder water down south. Welfare is a major part of each auxiliary…The welfare of it’s members, This is where the bigger Snapper also go during summer. Victoria’s the veteran community and the community at large, Youth and the Snapper season is opposite to ours, so hold on to your hats all you serving military are of particular importance. Mexicans, they are on their way. Being a member of the RSL Women’s Auxiliary is a rewarding Over the last week I have started to hear about some Pelagic fish experience, it brings new friends, new ideals and a great deal of putting in an appearance in the waters off Moreton, and with these satisfaction. warm to hot days the grounds on the inside side of Moreton won’t be far away. This week’s photo shows a Spanish Mackerel caught RSL Women’s Auxiliaries have been running for over 90 years, and north of Moreton, Steve also landed a Wahoo as well, so all is need new members to continue their welfare and community work. looking good for this year’s Pelagic fishery. Bribie Island Women’s Auxiliary meets on the 2nd Monday of each The passage has been a bit hit and miss lately with the change of month, except January and raise money in various ways, our main season looming and these warmer days predicted will soon bring fund raiser being Bingo. We also organize outings, bus trips, have in the Mackerel, let’s hope they are in better numbers than the Tailor BBQ’s, luncheons and functions for our members. as yet again the season has been a poor one. Summer Whiting Any woman who upholds the values of the RSL is eligible to have been reported in small numbers around the surf so it won’t become a member. There is no need to have a military or service be long before they venture around the corner into the passage. background to join. Flathead catches have been down but a lot of that has to do with the poor weather lately and not a reduction in numbers. I am sure If you are wanting to meet new friends, would like to donate your the Landangler will pop his head up again soon to show us that time to a very worthy cause, want to feel a sense of fulfillment and they are still around. satisfaction, please do not hesitate to contact the Secretary, Jan Wright on 341 00608 or 0407 030 598. One thing that has been caught in the passage recently is squid. Over the last few years numbers of squid catches have BECOME INVOLVED IN A PART OF A WELL RESPECTED GROUP been up, so let’s hope we can find a new target when the fish OF WOMEN, AID THE VETERAN COMMUNITY, BECOME A species don’t show up. VOLUNTEER, HELP THE RSL AND HAVE FUN!!

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Hi, Richard/Alexandra. Nice work on your new venture, The Bribie Islander. I particularly loved the print size, just this once I do not need my reading glasses to read the magazine! Seniors will be delighted! Nigel from Gateway Bait and Tackle showing he can actually catch fish

Steve shows off his ripper Spanish Mackerel caught north of Moreton

Vik Sweetman with a nice Morwong caught over at Bulwer Ledges at Moreton

Richard Schmidt with an 8.2kg 99 cm Jewfish caught off the Bongaree Jetty

I believe that a once monthly magazine has been needed on this island for a long time. It gives many of us time to read, put it down & again pick it up & continue to read when one has things to do, not so easy with the weekly papers, as they require reading when they arrive, (not a big problem, for they do not have all that much content) otherwise the next one is on one's door before it is fully read & after all not much is in these papers except ads? I do understand that these must be included to pay the way. Congratulations & may you have a long run of success. Cheers, Bill

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A REAL GEM OF A FESTIVAL BONGAREE HAS COME ALIVE! MARINA ROBERTSON // IMAGES: PROVIDED The Bribie Island Gem and Fossicking Club is proud to host its annual Gem Festival on the 13th & 14th of September. It will be a great family fun day, and admission is free, with lucky door prizes drawn hourly. This year we have a fossicking area where kids can come along and try their hand at fossicking for gemstones for free.

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the juniors. The festivities will be held at Bribie’s Arts Centre, which is on Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach. The Bribie Island Gem and Fossicking Club Inc are a non profit community organisation. We encourage interested members of the public to come along and have a look at our well equipped rooms and our diverse range of interests.

We have plenty to keep mum and dad amused as well, including exhibitions, The club’s activities include displays and demonstrations. faceting, cabochon cutting, We have a great range of silver smithing, silver wrapping, market stalls including rough jewellery making, intaglio and cut gemstones, rocks and and carving. We also have minerals, hand made jewellery many fossicking trips planned and crafts, as well as specialised throughout the year to some of equipment. the finest sites in Australia. There will be plenty of fresh food and entertainment all weekend. The Bribie Island Gem & The Gem Club will also be Fossicking Club has something selling raffle tickets on the day. to offer everyone, and everyone Prizes are to include exquisite is always welcome! For more hand made jewellery and even information, visit our website at gemstone starter boxes for bribieislandlapidaryclub.com.au

Moving to Bongaree has been one of the high lights of my life. I was going to retire in this beautiful haven, well that lasted a year! Bribie is the most healing and recuperative place on earth. I soon saw a need and a vision grew into reality. I have been watching the area and the people grow and attitudes change. I’ve seen five new business open in Bongaree and another soon to open along with another five more that I know of on the island.

I enjoy evenings in Bongaree, as I am at the gallery three nights until 8.30pm each week. It was once a little quiet and lonely if not for the Bakery and the smell of fresh baking bread and occasional by passers.

This is no longer the case. Oh, I still smell the goodies baking Only 16 months ago, I myself began a small gallery in a sleepy but with all the eateries and little Bongaree Villiage. Regulars an additional two new ones would come in for their little fix of the evenings are buzzing. inspiration or just appreciate the The playground is still active, ambience and they still do but.. people fishing, barbecuing, Now on a daily basis I meet day picnicking and people just going visitors to our glorious Bribie. for ice cream or walking the dog They come from all over the and this is winter!? place; from Surfers to Noosa and Toowoomba, even Stanford There is music, laughter , couples and holiday travellers from every and families, and the aroma of state as far as Tasi and Broom NT. diverse spices in the air. This little We also have many international village is one bustling little hub. visitors to Bribie. These visitors come for a multitude of reasons; It is Bongaree alive! from lawn bowles, golfing events, It has been awesome watching bird watching, boaties to bikers. this happen and being a part Weekly, I meet people either of this friendly and supportive looking to buy or who have community. recently moved to the island. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere I believe I have the best job in the entire universe, with the passage else. in my view and to see the sun set over the mainland each evening. If that wasn’t enough I am surrounded by beautiful art work and very privileged to be here to help our amazing artist community. More so, it is so rewarding to

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know that some of this unique work has gone all over the globe to places like Ireland, UK, Mexico, Canada & USA.

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ENTERTAINMENT GOLD LOCALS ONLY! JOHN O’BRIEN For almost 30 years now, there has been a very vocal group of volunteers actively making their presence felt across the island. The Golden Entertainers, over all these years, have been giving generously their time and talents to bring joy and happiness to hundreds and hundreds of patients in nursing homes and age care facilities both on and off the island. My wife Gwen and I have been members of this happy group for the past eight years, only retiring a few months ago due to other commitments. Over these years, we enjoyed every moment and always looked forward to spending around three hours each Wednesday morning with our group of friends. We loved practising old, well-known songs and constantly learning new ones to add to our repertoire. The reward the Golden Entertainers get for all this practice time is to witness the sheer joy and happiness on the faces of the audiences, who are often in their retiring years. To see them singing along to the songs they used to know so well in their younger hey days is a beautiful thing. Singing is such therapy for those feeling the pains of loneliness or aging. Many times a special song will bring lovely memories flooding back, and it’s easy for the audience to become lost in the moment, tears of joy welling in their eyes as they enjoy their private memory. Four times each year three or four coaches

DEB NEILL carrying seniors from various suburbs around Brisbane and sometimes beyond visit Bribie on a sightseeing trip. As the visitors enjoy lunch at Woorim’s Golden Age Centre, they are treated to a two hour concert by the Golden Entertainers. Their applause is always spontaneous, and as the guests are leaving the hall to board their coaches they shake the hand of each entertainer. Many take great pleasure boasting how many years they have been coming back to enjoy the experience. If you would like to enjoy the Golden Entertainers yourself, the general public are treated to a concert at the end of September each year, on a Wednesday afternoon. Seating capacity is limited to 200, so early bookings are advisable. Ticket pricing is kept at only $8 to give everyone the opportunity to enjoy the event. For more details contact Jean Binnie on 3408 1441; she would love to hear from you. It’s only natural that over the 30 years that the group have been entertaining, members have come and gone. Any talent or new talent to the Island is warmly welcomed if they to come along on a Wednesday morning at 9am and see.

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been able to venture forward and have made their own C.D’s. The locals only day at Blueys Many have even won talent is quite a sensational day. Not competitions at competitions only can you see some amazing talent, but you’ll be sitting in the including those at Tamworth, best beer garden on the coast as and The Urban Music Festival – far as I’m concerned. Local icon, Amanda Halloran is such a talent. Alby Lincoln, The Grandfather Hayley Peta-Lynn, The Vampers, of Locals, started the music Phoenix Avenue, the list goes on and on. Then there’s Rory days 6 years ago. O’Donnell. I heard an angel Since then there have been playing guitar one day and few changes, although he is there Rory was up on stage. I can now managing a much larger proudly say we have his albums array of musicians, and has help in our collection. from a few other locals, including Pete Bye and Keith Haig. Jake To be able to get up on the Bye is the sound man and Rod stage at Blueys, you must be Purnell is the roady and logistics performance ready! The whole guy. Between them all is a day is there to give new talent love of music and yearning a chance to get up in front of a of all things that can strum, live audience and demonstrate blow or sing. what they are passionate about. From 1-5pm on every last Blue Pacific Hotel is kindly Sunday of the month, it’s sponsoring some bistro gift these few that put together a vouchers for each performer of fabulous day of fresh new talent and some more seasoned the day, and also the runner up. performers for a crowd that has So, if you haven’t yet been to been known to swell to 300 and the Locals Only Day, I highly more. Each act has their own recommend you get out of individual gift to share and the the house and over to Woorim level of talent is very good. and make a day of it. The beer garden is just beautiful and the There have been many people that have come along to Locals talent that you are likely to see Only Day, and from here, have will just blow you away.

The message I would like to give is that everyone can sing, and age is no barrier. Singing at any level brings so much joy both to yourself and others.

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SHARE YOUR TALENT COME ON DOWN! DEB NEILL

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JACK’S OPEN MIC NIGHT AT There is no age limit, “just last BLUEYS, TUESDAYS FROM 8PM. week we had two little girls Jack Sharpe was a little late in that wanted to have a turn at discovering his musical vein. singing and they were amazing” It wasn’t until he was about 22 Jack explained. We have lots of that he started playing guitar. A different people turn up, some couple of years later, by making of them have been playing in sounds along with his guitar, he their lounge rooms for a long discovered that he was singing. time and just haven’t found That has developed into the fine anywhere to meet others. voice he has today. Some people are nervous, and Jack has started a weekly open haven’t thought to sing in front mic night at Woorim’s Blue of people, so I put this night Pacific Hotel. Bluey’s open together. It’s a very warm and mic night is designed to friendly atmosphere, just come get people of like minds along to support your mate, together, whether you’re a or have a listen to someone poet, a seasoned muso or even different.” someone that has never before been in front of a microphone. All of the sound equipment is Jack says: “Everyone deserves provided, and Jack does all the chance just to have a go, the hard work for you all, so if and there’s always a chance that you have ever wanted to try you will find a hidden talent or something like this, come along, simply have a fun night out.” relax and just have a go!

There is some amazing artistic talent right here in our Bribie community. The University of the Third Age (U3A) has more than 90 different classes and activities each week to learn or improve your skills across a variety areas, including language, computers, music, history, arts and crafts. Arts and crafts is very broad, and includes acting and theatre craft as well as painting, drawing and photography.

THE BIGGEST BIRTHDAY BASH! NINA ROSS Oh What a Night It Was.

In September you will have the opportunity to see, hear and experience a wide range of such artistry right here on Bribie Island. A Program of drama and art is being presented to the public by members of Bribie Island’s University of the Third Age.

These theatre performances will be held in the Recreation Hall on First Avenue. In conjunction with the theatre performances there will also be an art show with works by several of the u3a visual arts groups including students of drawing, pottery, painting, photography and other creative works. Doors will open one hour before each theatre performance (that’s 6:30 on Friday, and 12:30 on Saturday and Sunday) to enjoy the art displays prior to the theatre. Tickets for the combined theatre and art shows are just $10 for adults and $5 for children under 5. The plays, however, are not suitable for young children.

An entertaining display of Tickets are available from the theatrical talent will present office at U3A (opposite Bribie a chaotic and frisky comedy Pontoons) during office hours under the title of “Greeks in from Monday September 1st. Rome”, an unhinged story. Limited seating is available This is a crazy romp where so tickets are only available in everything that can go wrong person with full payment. does, and is sure to provide lots of laughs. Timetables of U3A classes are available at the Library and There are also six new dynamic Visitors Centre or enquiries on shadow pays, in which stories are told using live actors 3408 1450. shadows displayed on a large stage screen. This unusual form of imagery combines farce and kinetic art for an entertaining theatrical effect. These performances will be presented on three different occasions. The first is on the evening of Friday 19th September at 7:30. The next two are matinee performances on the afternoons of Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st September at 1:30pm.

If some gentle stretch or yoga is of interest, or even playing chess, poetry appreciation or music making is your thing, you could join these classes immediately. This is a unique opportunity to experience both theatre and art in one location, right here on Bribie Island, showcasing great local talent in a social setting, with refreshments served at each performance.

On the 29th of July at the Woorim Pub Bribie Island when local entertainer Keith Haigh celebrated his 60th birthday with his parents, fellow professional entertainers, past and current students. How special it was to have Elvis enter the building ( Elvis Parsley), Johnny O K. (Barry Latter) and the talented Frank Spencer. And much to everyones delight Keith and his Brother Kev both A Succession of entertainers ,and many of Keith’s students. played guitar. Keith followed with the most amazing demonstration A magic show by Greig of guitar playing. An incredible act of playing guitar behind his Cannon and assistant Rocket back,above his head, and with his teeth. Rod, followed by Shelmila the Violinist accompanied by Mary- It was an outstanding display by professional entertainers with a Ann Cannon on the keyboard. mix of talented students. The party of a life time. Finishing off with Followed by Elaine Brewood, an enormous cake with a guitar piped on it. Keith then thanked Maddy Lee, FrankLennon, The everyone for attending this rare occasion. Boy Boys Nigel and Peter, Wings of Fleetwood, Keith Keith and his Bribie Island Ukulele Strummers have been invited Haigh, and the Bribie Island to play at Jalla’s Coffee Shop Woodford, along with loads of local talent on the 20 of September. Ukulele Strummers. AUGUST 2014

ELSEWHERE: UNRESTRAINED ALASKA BRAN BIELENY // IMAGES: BRAN BIELENY We are where we have always wanted to be. Bound for the unbridled lands of Alaska. Cruising the inside waters with an international crew. Slovak, Lithuanian, Chinese, Romanian, Australian and Dutch. Aboard the ship, we can all gain energy, recharging the batteries alongside the moon in the ice kingdom. Using Vancouver as a gateway to paradise, we are surrounded by blue wilderness, and there is a three-meter Kodiak at every turn. Yes, we love seeing such massive non-carnivorous seals. We use the bald eagles for GPS. So much beauty on one spot, and the Russians literally handed it over to the Yankees for coffee two hundred years ago. The brilliant Russian past is apparent though, with orthodox churches in the desolate fishing villages across the islands. This is not a touristy place such as Hawaii. Eyes of snowy rough cowboys carefully watch for tourist aliens like ourselves. LONG DAYS Bold starts, stretched sails, backup engine, make sure got fresh oil. We have the sense of security following a periodic inspection of the new steed. Soon we know that we do not know the rules of a perfectly cold Alaskan kingdom. The treacherous waves of the Bering Sea do not want a dialogue with us. Our small boat cut into the cold sea water as a knife into butter. We want to be in the Alaskan Passage as soon as possible, but we decided to take the risk and explore Kodiak Island first. After few hours of sailing, we end up in the ‘dark white’ thick mist. Our faulty compass can’t even be replaced by experienced crewman Gedard, for which the orientation of the sea and underwater is as a football field for Lionel Messi. However, we are getting help from above, straight from Mother Nature. Wind. We have played into the hands of a 20 hour light during the day. First up is being tested in places where the big Kodiak himself c alls home more than anywhere else. We are turning our vessel towards the Aleutian islands. At anchor in the harbour village-island, we got goosebumps over every inch of our bodies. There is silence as in the grave, and wildness here is felt with every breath. I use all the senses available. I do not recall ever enjoying such an intense massaging of my lungs, ever. The sky without plume. We have bicycles. Kodiak Island is searched thoroughly by the entire international crew. Local villages Akhiok, Karluk, Larsen Bay, Old Harbour , Ouzinkie, and Port Lions offer natural imagery. Fortunately, we haven’t met a Kodiak, but believe me, I was very tempted to make this happen. Never mind... isolated places on earth like these? ... yay! We’ll be back here in no time for sure. ALASKAN ABYSS The magic ice landscape enroute from Japan to Canada, or to the north of America, is behind our backs. Then, our real adventure is just to the north. Alaska is vast, untamed, and divine. We learn that American tourists have devastated 80 percent of the last untouched places in the entire country. Alaska though, can protect against such oppressive mega tourism. We are staying though. All we need are a couple of

nights to sleep over here. The desolated harbour, the water, the bobbing fishing boats — I love it! We are on the one and only island of Nuka. Major source of income is from the local fishing. The beaches are strewn with dark black stones, and the water is clear as crystal, fluctuating in temperature somewhere just above zero. We’ll have a cold-shock bath, this is definitely a way to start a new day of exploring further cold island. Afterwards, an Alaskan ‘natural wellness’ hot chocolate in a makeshift local cafe tastes incredible. The owner cheered for international visitors, as a new grandmother for the first visit of a grandchild. We got friendly advice to focus on the eastern part of the island, for there is more fauna. Local adventurers radio mode is on. EMPTY SILENCE IN THE BEAR DENS In Alaska, we are going to experience the wilderness, which is unparalleled in any place on earth. We enjoy seeing islets interlaced with fjords. Our Lithuanian friend is very capable of catching big fish. Dinner is true fresh Alaskan cod. Even the local fisherman were surprised. We have “heaven in the mouth” and plan another day at sea. In the box labelled with the Swiss flag, all drugs against seasickness have disappeared. Our Chinese friend has been very affected by the sea, and we need to be patient. However, we are all having problems. I survived only two days of aching in the head. I’m very excited by what I experience and have no time or space to focus on a marine migraine. Alaska will reward us with even greater respect. We will not let anybody put anything out of place, not even wooden stick. Slovak, Lithuanian, Chinese, Romanian, Dutch, and Aussie continue towards the small town of Seward. JUNEAU, SEWARD, SKAGWA,KETCHIKAN, AND SITKA More civilisation. We’re sailing up the main artery, slowed down to a gentle pace. We want to see a glacier. However, we still have to wait. It is a place to relax, get tired eyes sorted, not forgetting the strong UV factor and thick sunglasses necessary where he sun reflects from each fractured crystal to half frozen sea surface. We find the metropolitan town of Juneau, and end up buying a new GPS. We research Juneau and Sitka, including Ketchikan. Before seeing a glacier we’ll have a few days rest in Skagway. We thoroughly enjoy the western town Klondike. This is the true Alaska, which was once mined out of tonnes of gold. Accommodation is as life is in true western homes. After the adventure of camping on the islands at the end of the world we prefer all other alternatives. This place is luxurious. The next day I woke up, wanting to see something new. My international crew starts to protest in their relaxed states. I want to jump on a mountain bike and am supposedly crazy. The highland roads are crazy steep, as at the “Tour de France”. Finally! I need to stretch after the monotonous sea trip. Ugh! ILLEGAL BORDER CROSSER The ride was tough! But I want to see as much as possible. From the town of Skagway, a little road leads directly into the mountains. Apparently a lot of people here do not spend time riding bikes. Here I choose the strongest asphalt road, riding into the woods. Camera in the bag and a nice day all around, I bury my energy into the pedals. My journey extends below the ISSUE #1

mountain peak. A few kilometres up the hill, I spot an open ramp on the side of the road. Sweating under the warm sun it’s almost impossible to notice. In my head flashed that intense moment, to which I shall return later. Cool, I carry on. Lake Tutshi gives me a beautifully turquoise picture. I marvel at the splendour and sort of regret what I have already voluntarily missed. Even after a hearty breakfast and protein bars, hunger is forcing me to return sooner. A cool bath in Tutshi I definitely deserve. However the real cold shower comes now! I am arriving at the Canadian-US border. Approaching torture with U.S. border patrol people. While riding back, downhill to Skagway, I could not believe my eyes. The tyres of my bike squeaked whilst I braked heavily before the ramp and the sign entitled U.S. border control! This is bad! I rewind the tape in my head. I was on a trip to Canada and I did not even know it! The borders of the U.S. are wide open without control. On the way back, however, you turn sharply right just before passport control. A 200-pound man in uniform waves at me. “I do not have a passport, buddy!” I explain, beginning to understand the situation which I unknowingly got myself into. “Close your stupid ramp on the other side next time” I shout with anger and desperation. He was not understanding at all, and decided to lock me up.

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A change-over of the guards on the US-Canadian border turned out to be a blessing for me. The new (and very beautiful) officer understood my point. I have showed more evidence that I am telling the truth after phoning my Dutch travel friend. He will bring my passport, and help me get out of the police cell. When being picked up by my mates, I am deserving of all kinds of silly jokes about my little illegal trip across the international borders. FINAL GLACIER FAIRYTALE This is the highlight of our trip. A trip up an Alaskan passage is incredibly healing for the soul, whilst also beautiful on the eyes. I am taking thousands of pictures. I am relaxing, taking it all in, sitting back aboard our vessel, feet up, sipping a hot chocolate. We each take turns at the helm, sailing a few knots per second. We can not get enough of the beautiful Alaska. Incredibly, the silence is broken by a cracking glacier which slides 30 metres, crashing into the water like a a sugar cube into coffee. Over on a big piece of ice, a pack of seals sunbathe. Killer whales playfully splash water on our boat. We are in another passage. I wish to spend eternity here.

KING OF NINGI CHOOSING A PUP — PART TWO YVONNE BISHOP

LOU SNEWZR // IMAGES: PROVIDED As Jackie the vet left, I made a few mental notes on what to do and the tricks she had shared with me. I carried Milo the cat, his limp body paralysed by the tick and struggling to breathe, back into the house and put him on two towels for comfort and in case of toileting himself. I placed him gently in our bedroom where it is nice and quiet like Jackie had said. Somewhere dark without any excitement. This way, when the kids came crashing through the front door, as they do after school, Milo will not suffer any shock which in turn could give the poor king a heart attack due to his weakness. For two whole days he wouldn’t eat or drink anything. I used the syringe I had been given when Milo was treated by Jackie and slowly force fed him 5mls of water at a time.

I gave the first drop and he seemed to be OK, then the next squirt and he flipped out struggling to breathe causing a big fuss, a few scratches, then settled. A little while on and he was still not eating, so remembering the vets advice I smeared liver pate on his paws. Guess what cats love to do, clean themselves by licking, so in turn a feed at the same time. I did this several times and smeared on the edge of a plate, for when his appetite returned. I also crushed up each of the half tablet of antibiotics with water into a syringe, so that I could

feed him his medicine whether he wanted to eat it or not. Raw fish fillets like small Whiting fillets are irresistible to cats, but Milo was turning his nose up at his favourite cat food, so I ended up mashing his food up into a watery paste. A fishy cocktail of cat food and water mixed up in a bowl and then pulled into the syringe, yuck, it was gross, but for a good cause!

With fully dilated pupils and poor appetite for 14 days it seemed at one point we were going to lose him, but he kept up a good fight and on day 15 was up and about roaming like a true king again, making a full recovery. He has sat and cleaned himself constantly for at least a week so his coat shone and he looked once again like a true King of Ningi. Good on you Milo! Now, a few weeks later, this time Kitty Soft Claws our little posh Burmese cat has been acting weird, making these funny noises and pushing her rear in the air. One naturally though it’s malting season and this is what this cat does. It was a while before I thought “check her for ticks you fool”! I found two on her, and upon further examination by Jackie the Vet, there was another three! Five ticks in total?! I knew then that this was a different ball game. Next issue, I’ll fill you in on how she, ‘The King’s Lady’, is doing. Fingers crossed!

Through the next few issues of The Bribie Islander, I will be providing tips on how to select the best puppy for your family and lifestyle. Buying a puppy is the easiest part, but with so many to select from how do you know which one is right for you?

Unfortunately, I have had people coming to class with adult dogs that have been bought from animal shelters, placed there due to the breed not being suitable for the previous family. A common complaint is not knowing the size the puppy will grow to and realising too late that he will be a big dog. Another mistake is people believe small dogs are less active and take up less room than a large dog. Greyhounds make the best pet for elderly or inactive people and would love nothing more than to share the couch and watch TV all day. Regardless of age or size of dogs, they should all be taken out at least once a day for a walk. Before deciding to purchase a dog there are quite few things to consider:

3. Have you got time for a pup?

Puppies and dogs are great to have around, but they do take up a lot of time. When bringing them home I recommend that you take time of work for at least a few weeks to help your pup to adjust and settle in his new human environment. Have you got time and energy to walk your dog daily? What about holidays – can you afford to send them to boarding kennels or the more convenient homesitting services? Emergencies – what plans have you got in place if ever you have to go to hospital? Buying a puppy should never be treated as simply going down to the shops and bringing one home like you would groceries. If more people thought and planned, then less animals will end up in animal shelters. If you have questions that you would like answered and published, send an email to yibishop@bigpond.com.

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1. Is now the right time? Will you be able to take time off work to stay and teach the pup how to live in a human household? Are you prepared to have the dog for the term of his life, keeping in mind that some are now living for 15 years or more? You should consider your age and family circumstance. Will having a dog cause a problem, should you decide to move in the future? 2. What about ongoing costs? Buying a puppy is only one of many lifelong costs. There’s veterinary costs, the one off cost of de-sexing, annual vaccinations, regular worming, and flea treatments. Pet Insurance, puppy classes and dog training classes can cost a fair bit, not to mention the most basic regular costs such as feeding and grooming.

INGREDIENTS 2 Cups Self Raising Flour 1/4-Cup Soft Margarine 1 Egg [Beaten] 1/2-Cup Dry Milk Powder 1/2-Cup Rolled Oats 3/4-Cup Beef or Chicken Stock 2 Tablespoons Golden Syrup METHOD Mix flour & margarine together so that it forms a small beadlike consistency. Add beaten egg & milk powder then give a further mix. Add oats, mix well, then add stock & syrup. Mix all ingredients together for two or three minutes. Place “Dobbs” of mixture on a greased baking tray, spaced apart, and cook in a preheated 170 degree oven for 50 minutes or until golden. Cool - and they become crisp. Makes 40+. They love them! ISSUE #1

BRIBIE ISLAND’S FASCINATING HISTORY BARRY CLARK – FOUNDING PRESIDENT, BRIBIE ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY // IMAGES: BARRY CLARK & JOHN OXLEY LIBRARY Bribie Island has many remarkable and often surprising secrets to reveal… if you know where to look. When James Cook sailed past this coastline in 1770, he observed the far distant hills and named them “Glasshouses”, reminding him of Glass-Works in his distant homeland.

Not surprisingly, it created many social issues and soon closed down. A few years later, a school for aboriginal children was established at Mission Point. Once again though, it proved an unsuitable site and the children were soon relocated to Stradbroke Island in 1892.

When Matthew Flinders and his aboriginal companion Bongaree came exploring almost 30 years later in 1799, he was the first European to set foot on what is now Bribie Island. Flinders travelled up what he called the Pumicestone River, and climbed one of the Glasshouse Mountains.

What is believed to be the very first photo ever taken on Bribe Island records that event.

Over the next 50 years, there were very few who came to this remote island and little trace can be found, other than surveyors marks and evidence of the long aboriginal occupation.

“Bribie Island is one of the meanest pieces of country in Australia… a howling desert of tea-tree swamps, rank aquatic vegetation and unimaginable cussedness”

In 1823 three castaway convicts spent several months with the local aboriginal people and were fortunate to be rescued on the island by those searching for a new penal colony site.

It is therefore quite remarkable that just 17 years later a group of Brisbane businessmen decided to invest significant sums of money, building steam ships and leasing large areas of the island to develop Bribie into Australia’s first island holiday destination.

The worst of the worst convicts from Sydney were initially sent to a new penal settlement at Redcliffe in 1824, but this was relocated within a few months to a new and better site on the Brisbane River. It would be another 35 years before the State of Queensland was declared when separated from NSW in 1859. During all those years there were still very few white men who came to this desolate island.

In 1891 Bribie Island was briefly visited by Archibald Meston, an Explorer, Author, Politician, and the official “Protector of the Aborigines”. He made this comment…

In 1912 the Brisbane Tug & Steamship Co. built a Jetty at Bongaree, and over the next few years saw the island develop as a destination for mass tourism, with many thousands of visitors coming by steam ships every weekend and holiday, enjoying cheap and healthy holidays.

More people came on camping holidays to Bribie Island than lived in the entire Caboolture Shire at the time. These remarkable “boom” years for Bribie Island were however impacted in the 1930’s by the Great Depression, and soon after that came World War 2. These events led to great upheaval as the military moved in, most residents were moved out, and extensive defence structures were built on the island in 1942. Some were removed after the war but many remain visible to this day. The “Steamship excursion” trips to the island resumed after the War, but by then the motor car was the popular form of transport, and increasing numbers braved the dreadful roads to the island . By 1963, a bridge had been built and the island was joined to mainland Australia. Looking back over more than 200 years since the first arrivals, our island has experienced many remarkable events, many of which can still be seen. There are lots of things to look out for as you move around the island that provide clues to the past. Available at the Visitors Centre, the Library, and the Museum are free brochures for self-guided walks around interesting old buildings in Bongaree and the location of heritage plaques along the waterfront.

DID YOU KNOW THAT… • There are over 50 Aboriginal sites officially gazetted on the Island, representing their occupation of this land over many thousands of years. • The Water Tower in the Caravan Park at Bongaree is on the site of a large Aboriginal shell midden. • The area known as “Red Beach” is a name carried over from the War Years when Australian and US troops did beach landing craft

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This led to the establishment of the first Aboriginal reserve right here on Bribie Island at Whitepatch in 1877. The remaining individuals from various groups around Moreton Bay were dumped here on the island with basic provisions under government supervision. AUGUST 2014

School children at Mission Point, Bribie Island, being relocated to Stradbroke Island 1892. Possibly the very first photograph ever taken on Bribie Island.

Barry Clark’s free Heritage Walk brochures available at Visitors Centre, Library and Museum.

COMMUNITY ARTS UPDATE

CRIME TIME

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Crimes committed in the Bribie Island area towards the end of August. Should you see anything suspicions or concerning, please contact Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.

‘BUSINESS AS USUAL’ FOR VENUE MANAGEMENT Sandra Conte, of Conte Creative Concepts, has been contracted to undertake the venue management of the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre. By way of background, Sandra has a history in venue management, is an art curator, artist, writer, editor and publicist, with qualifications in fine arts and local history. She is also the founding producer of a global e-magazine entitled eARTh e-mag, which is about the intersection of art and environment. Through her business, Sandra has an ongoing professional and personal commitment to intercultural projects.

period is essential for the wellbeing of the centre, and thanks those volunteers, members and visual arts groups who have been showing support since she started in August. Sandra said, “Together we will work with the new board structure, where skill-sets will be matched with roles to propel the modus operandi of the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre. It is a unique facility with a reputation which should be about the merit of the artisans it attracts and their work, as can already be found in the shop, galleries and studios. This is a rich oasis to be shared with the world”.

Sandra has held posts with six different local government authorities (as a gallerist, curator and consultant), five universities, was the foundation director and curator of the Caloundra Regional Art Gallery, as well as the Visual Arts Manager and Curator at Tandanya – the National Aboriginal Cultural Institute in Adelaide. She has held several board positions in organisations across Queensland, including the Moreton Bay Montessori Association Inc., Regional Galleries Association of Queensland (now MAGSQ), along with SALA (South Australian Living Artists) Festival, South Australia to name a few; she is currently a peer assessor with Arts Queensland and has recently been named as a Queensland Cultural Champion. Sandra looks forward to working with the board, volunteers, artists and groups at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre to maintain, envision and realise a shared, sustainable, energised future for the venue. She says a ‘business as usual’ approach in this transitory

WITH THANKS QUEENSLAND POLICE SERVICE

ASSAULT On August 25, a man armed with a hammer has entered a residential address on Banya Street, Bongaree. A physical altercation then occurred between the victim and the man, and he left the address before police arrived. DRIVING OFFENCES On August 24, 2014 A 33-year-old woman was charged in relation to driving a vehicle while over the General Alcohol limit. She is to appear at the Caboolture Magistrates Court on the September 17. Police located a 34-year-old man driving without a licence on Bribie Island Road; he was subsequently issued a Traffic Infringement Notice in relation to this offence. Police located a 17-year-old woman driving without a licence on Bribie Island Road; she was issued a Notice to Appear at the Caboolture Magistrates Court on the September 3. On August 27, 2014 Police located a 48-year-old man driving without a licence on Bribie Island Road; he was issued a Notice to Appear at the Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 17, and the vehicle he was driving was immobilised by police for a period of 90 days. Police located a 26-year-old man driving a Toyota Hilux motor vehicle performing a ‘burn out’ on Goodwin Drive, Bongaree. He was charged in relation to careless use of a motor vehicle, driving without a licence, and drink driving. His vehicle was impounded for 90 days and he is to appear at the Caboolture Magistrates Court on the October 1. DRUGS On the August 28, police executed a search warrant at residential Bongaree address. As a result a 24-year-old man has been charged in relation to Possession of Dangerous Drugs (Cannabis) and Possession of a Pipe. He is to appear at the Caboolture Magistrates Court on September 29. ENTER AND COMMIT (BURGLARY) On the August 27, a bicycle was stolen from within an open garage at a residential North Point, Banksia Beach, address. MENTAL HEALTH Over the past week, police have attended five separate calls for assistance in relation to persons attempting or threatening suicide. All these instances were successfully resolved with the assistance of the Queensland Ambulance Service. WILFUL DAMAGE During the night of August 23-24,

Sandra Conte with sculpture by James Angus, Geo Face Distributor, 2009, Enamel paint on aluminium, National Portrait Gallery, Canberra.

The occupants of a residential address on Ottiwell Street, Woorim, have had their external garden lights damaged. A vehicle had its sides scratched while parked on Fourth Avenue, Bongaree. ISSUE #1

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RECIPE: COQ AU VIN BLANC

FACEMAKER: DRAW IN THE FACES!

2 chicken fillet, diced (breasts or thighs) 3 table spoons of plain flour oil and butter for frying 1 brown onion, finely chopped 6 cloves of garlic, finely sliced 1 leek, sliced & cleaned 3 rashers bacon, cut into small strips 150 gms button mushrooms, sliced 1tbs brandy 1 cup of decent quality white wine 500ml chicken stock 6 sage leaves 1tbs dried Italian herbs Salt & pepper The juice of half a lemon 2 tablespoons double cream 1 knob of softened butter METHOD: Coat chicken in flour, shaking off any excess. Reserve remaining flour for later. Heat up a generous amount of oil and butter in a heavy-based casserole pot. In batches, lightly fry floured chicken until golden brown. Remove from casserole pot and put aside. In the same dish, fry the onions on medium heat for 4 minutes, add the garlic, leek, bacon and mushrooms. Cook for five minutes on a medium heat.

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Stirring regularly, add the brandy and white wine. (Give the bottom of the pan a good scrape to release any chicken scrapings which add to the flavour). Add the stock, herbs, salt, and pepper, and bring to the boil then reduce to a simmer. Add the lemon juice, the cream, and the cooked chicken. Leave to simmer for about thirty five minutes. Combine the softened butter with the reserved flour in a bowl and add a ladle of the juice from the casserole to make a slurry with no lumps. Add this to the simmering mixture to thicken. Serve with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. SUGGESTION:

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AUGUST 2014

SPORT OF THE MONTH: BOXING

BRIBIE ISLAND NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE

BRIBIE ISLAND BOXING CLUB // IMAGES: TY GILCHRIST

9 VERDONI STREET, BELLARA // PH: 3408 8440 RECEPTION IS OPEN MONDAY — THURSDAY 9AM - 3PM

Interested in trying something different this Saturday? Bribie Island Boxing Club will be hosting a tournament at their gym in Jacana Avenue, Woorim this Saturday the 6th September. The night will start at 5pm with all of Bribie’s boxers contesting on the night. Head coach Ty Gilchrist has selected four boxers to represent Bribie Island at the state title this year, held in Cairns.

Tax Help: Available now until October. Phone us for details and/or an appointment with Bette. Free Financial Counselling: If you need to get on top of your finances, our professional assistance can help you to stretch your budget, deal with debt, learn about bill paying options and reach your financial goals. Free Counselling Services: We can help family members to work out how best to deal with the challenges and stresses that we all face from time to time. Call us to arrange a confidential appointment. Broadband for Seniors: Free internet access & tuition for people aged 50+ years. Learn to use the internet and set up your email account, then book time to access the internet for free. Multicultural English Conversation Group: Free & friendly, we now meet on Mondays from 9am to 12 noon. Phone us if you would like to join in and practice to improve your English skills. Free Legal Advice: Professional clinics held at the centre on the third Thursday of every month. Book your spot by ringing reception. Please have contact details and type of legal enquiry ready, as the receptionist will need them. Bargain Boutique: Open 9am to 3pm, Monday to Thursday onsite at 9 Verdoni Street, Bellara. Loads of good quality, low priced, pre loved garments available. Clean, saleable donations are also sought.

Coen Allman (11yrs), Byron Mckeown (13), Sascha Allman (16) & Jesse Bailey (17) have all impressed Ty with both their work ethic in the gym and performances in the ring. The four have a combined record of 29 wins & only nine losses and Gilchrist believes the group of talented fighters have the goods to win in their respected divisions on the weekend of the 19-20th September in Cairns.

We are a free community one-stop information & referral service. Give us a call or visit us during opening hours and our friendly volunteers will try and help you find the right services or other answers for your needs.

Money raised at the Fight Night Fundraiser will go towards helping the boxers travel to Cairns. Only a donation is requested on entry. Food and drinks will be available.

The Neighbourhood Centre is funded by the State Government’s Department of Communities, Child Safety and Corrective Services. Our Choices Program & Evening Counselling is funded by the Federal Government’s Department of Families, Housing Community Services and Indigenous Affairs.

Where: When: Cost:

Bribie Boxing Club (14 Jacana Ave, Woorim). 5pm Donation upon entry

To find out about all of the services and groups on offer at the centre, just call in and pick up our free newsletter.

SOME INTERESTING FACTS: Boxing is a combat-sport in which two people engage in a contest using only their fists. Boxing is also called pugilism, and there are two forms — amateur and professional. The result is decided when an opponent is deemed incapable to continue match by a referee or if an opponent is disqualified for breaking a rule, resigning by throwing in a towel, or by judges’ scorecards at the end of the bout. Boxing as a sport dates back to ancient Greeks who made it part of Olympic games as early as 688 BC, and Onomastos Smyrnaios is the first recorded Olympic boxing champion. In Ancient Greek culture, the god, Apollo, was regarded as the inventor and guardian of the sport of boxing. The most prolific boxer in history was Great Britain’s Len Wickwar who, between 1928 and 1947, fought 463 bouts. He also holds the records for the most wins (336) and most losses (127) of any boxer. Archie Moore holds the record for most knockouts during a career -- a staggering 141. The youngest boxer to win a title is Wilfred Benitez at 17.

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