The Western Echo October 2023

Blooms, Bees &Butterflies

How to Encourage native Bees and Butterflies to visit your Garden

Spring, with its warm days and nights, heralds an almost frenetic activity in the natural world. The lovely new growth of plant leaves, the sweet perfume of freshly opened flower buds, the gentle hum of foraging bees and the flits of bright colour as butterflies move from plant to plant all indicate the intimate connection between living things. These interactions are often steeped in a long history of co-evolution. The red kamala tree, for example has separate male and female plants. The tiny, inconspicuous flowers form during late winter and early spring, their perfume attracting large numbers of different species of native bees. As the bees move between trees, pollen is transferred from the male to the female flowers, ensuring future generations. Meanwhile the bees are provided with food (pollen and nectar). So, the kamala tree depends on the bees for pollination and thus perpetuation of its species and the bees benefit from a rich food supply.

Bees are not the only insects attracted to the flowers. Adult butterflies visit many nectarproducing flowers for their food source. Other species of plants are hosts for butterflies - their larvae or caterpillars eat the foliage.

In order to ensure bees and butterflies in your garden, it is important to include a variety of native plants, endemic to your locality that produce flowers during different seasons (to provide a continuous food source) and that are coloured blue, purple, white or yellow. Some bees seek flowers with tube shapes whilst others, and butterflies, like open and cup-shaped flowers. They

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also prefer sunny to shaded areas, protected from wind. Massed planting of a single species and staggering the heights of plants from low in the front to higher at the back of the garden bed are factors in producing good biodiversity. The most important thing is not to use pesticides – these might get rid of some unwanted insects but they are non-selective and will kill everything. Insectivorous birds and beneficial insects will reduce insect pests in the garden.

Plants worth considering that have a lovely floral display include:

Twiners, climbers and vines: Native Sarsparilla (Hardenbergia violacea) - host to the common grass blue butterfly; native wisteria (Callyera megasperma) – host of the pencilled blue and large banded awl butterflies and red passion flower (Passiflora auranti) – host of the white wing and cruiser butterflies.

Ground covers: Dwarf twiggy myrtle (Babingtonia virgata dwarf) – food for native bees and adult butterflies; emu foot (Cullen tenax) - host of chequered swallowtail and common grass blue butterflies; flax lilies (Dianella sp.) - food for native bees and adult butterflies and host plant for the yellow banded dart butterfly and the native violet (Viola betonicifolia) – host of the Australian fritillary butterfly.

Low Shrubs (up to 3m): Many wattles (e.g. Acacia ambylogona, A. conferta, A. decora) will provide food for native bees and adult butterflies at different times of the year; the native indigo (Indigofera australis) – host to the grass jewel, common grass yellow, long tailed pea blue and common grass blue butterflies; sago flower (Ozothamnus diosmifolius) food source for native bees and the native broom (Jacksonia scoparia) – host to the fiery jewel, copper pencilled-blue and Cyrotus blue butterflies.

Shrubs to 7m: Wattles that flower in winter (e.g. Brisbane wattle, Acacia fimbriata), spring (Mudgee wattle, Acacia spectablis) or throughout the year (e.g. mountain hickory, Acacia penninervis) as well as Melaleuca, Grevillea and many Leptospermum species (e.g. wild may, L. polygalifolium) provide food for native bees and adult butterflies whilst also being a host plant to several butterfly species; the currant bush (Carissa ovata) - host to the common crow and the lime berry (Micromelum minutum) which is both a nectar source as well as host for the orchard, Canopus and Capaneus swallowtail butterflies.

Small trees to 12m: Small trees that provide nectar/pollen for bees and adult butterflies include the Curracabah (Acacia concurrens), hickory wattle (A. disparrima) and green wattle (Acacia irrorate). Each of these are also hosts to a variety of butterfly species. The plunkett mallee (Eucalytus curtisii), lemon scented myrtle (Backhousia citriodora), several paperbark species such as Melaleuca linariifolia (snow in summer) and Melaleuca viminalis (weeping bottlebrush) and pink Euodia (Melicope elleryana) provide copious nectar for insects and birds.

To purchase local native plants visit Paten Park Native Nursery, Paten Road, The Gap.

Website: www.ppnn.org.au or call 3300 6304.

Cover image: Dusky Knight butterfly on native Australian leptospermum flowers

Cr Steven Toomey Councillor for The Gap Ward

Waste Solution for Your Business Landslip Remediation

The engineering and design work for each landslip is site specific. We are now starting reconstruction and repair works. Projects at Payne Road, Kays Road, and Waterworks Road in The Gap are due to start in October (weather and construction conditions permitting).

Many of the landslips across the ward were a result of the weather event last year and have therefore impacted and delayed other projects.

ASPIRE is a website and app that connects potential matches for your business waste based on your profile.

They have partnered with BCC to create an online marketplace for Brisbane businesses to sell, exchange and trade unwanted waste materials.

ASPIRE has helped hundreds of businesses unlock cost savings, resolve issues around waste, reuse materials destined for landfill and reduce their carbon emissions. This initiative was developed by CSIRO and Data 61.

If you would like to know more, BCC is holding a free workshop on Wednesday 25 October 9:30 - 11am.

Lord Mayor Park Opening

Alfred & Lucina Best Park, The Gap

Calling all basketball, netball, soccer, and sports enthusiasts for the opening of the new state of the art Multi-Use Games Arena at Alfred & Lucina Best Park, The Gap.

Join Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner and me for the official park opening on Saturday 4 November from 9:30am. This event will include local food trucks, activities for all, and FREE snow cones.

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From theEditor

Dear Readers, Spring has sprung! Our cover story this month highlights local native plants suitable to keep our bees and butterflies happy. We hope this gives you some spring gardening inspiration. Happy reading!

We again have our special “Health Hub” feature this month focused on wellbeing – published in partnership with Katie Maclean from Echo News.

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All Abilities Cricket Program

Join Us and Be Part of Something Special!

The Valley District Cricket Club's All Abilities Program is not just about cricket - it's about embracing abilities, fostering inclusivity, and making a difference in the lives of children and young adults with intellectual disabilities.

Ready to take the first step? For more information and to register, visit their website at www.valleycricket.org.au/allabilities. You can also reach out to Kaz at allabilities@valleycricket.org.au for any questions you may have.

Come discover the positive impact of our program.

Arana View Club News

The Arana VIEW Club meets monthly at the Arana Leagues Club, 247 Dawson Parade, Keperra.

Luncheon Meeting 1 st Wednesday of the month 10.30am arrive for 11.00am start.

Cost of luncheon with tea and coffee is $30.00.

November will be our cent auction and our guest speaker will be Janet Marshall, female aviator.

Looking forward to you all

state government update

What's happening this month locally and within State Parliament

Apply now for energy rebate

you're invited

Everyone is loving our Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate, which helps to replace old appliances with 4 star-rated (or higher) appliances and hot water systems. The great news is that this rebate program has been extended I encourage you to apply early, as the program will close when funding is exhausted, and completed rebate applications are being assessed in order of submission (i e first-in, first-served) Please contact my office for further details

community safety opportunities

We all deserve to be, and to feel safe - both in our homes and out in public I’ve spent the best part of twenty years working in the crime prevention and victim protection space, and community safety remains a priority to me now in this role. I continue to contribute to conversations with my parliamentary colleagues around this, including what local crime prevention strategies work, and what additional protections can be offered to victims

A great way to hear about this is through my bi-monthly Coffee With A Cop events These events are an opportunity to hear what our government is doing, and what I am doing locally on the issue of community safety. It’s also an opportunity to speak directly with local Police about crime trends and community safety initiatives. You can search and register your interest in these events via my website: www.jontybush.com/events

Christmas card competition

Can you believe it’s that time again - Christmas Card Competition time! Young people from Prep to Year Five are encouraged to submit their Christmas drawing Entries close on Friday 20 October and the winning entry (as determined by a panel of judges) will be used on my Christmas Card which will go to every household in the Electorate of Cooper. There’s also a people’s choice award - with both winners receiving $150 and $50 respectively There are some terms and conditions for this competition so please contact my office first before you crack those textas!

Jonty bush MP Working hard for us

COL’S CHAT Locals through my Lens

was high jump. Dad coached me initially, but then we got in a specialist. It’s what I have always believed in, you need to tap into the highest level of expertise to succeed”.

After the Brisbane games, Angus quickly got back in training for the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984. However, a serious injury scuppered that dream. Keeping fit by swimming, Angus found another sporting vocation. “I saw the opportunity to push for success in swimming, and I just didn’t want to waste any time. In both swimming and athletics, it is about personal achievements, not a financial goal, so you have to be the best you can, when you can”.

By 1990’s Commonwealth Games in Auckland, Angus was ready. “I won silver in the 50m freestyle and then a place in the team for the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona.” In doing so, he became the first athlete to compete for Australia in the Commonwealth Games in Athletics and Swimming (two very different sports).

Angus Waddell

It’s 1982, and 18-year-old, Angus Waddell is competing in the high jump at the Commonwealth Games. “Like a lot of kids, you go through a series of sports until you find one that fits. Mine

After the Olympics, with his infectious sense of humour and motivational skills, Angus found himself on the public speaking circuit, inspiring others to be their best. “My advice to any young sportsperson out there is to go hard; be the best and make every second count. I looked forward to training, getting faster and stronger, and achieving PBs progressively.”

Author & Photographer: Colin Bushell | Colin Bushell Photography

Newmarket BocceClub News

aim is to have a bit of fun if you're playing social but you also need that competitive edge so you can play a good game.

Yes, we do play social games and those games are great and fun, but there will be occasions where you need to step up.

There were about 24 members between both clubs. Three games and at the end of the second game there was only 3 points difference. However, Lancia won by 9 points.

Sometimes I think, what do people really think about bocce? Maybe just bowling a few bocce balls down a bocce court: big deal that’s not hard. If you have only played bocce once or twice you would know that it is not an easy task to

get it close to the Pallino or kitty, or you can call it a jack. You need concentration. You need to judge distance. You need to read the court or playing area. You need to formulate a strategy to get the best outcome. Remember your

So, that brings me to 22 August, where we had the inaugural cup: Lancia car club verses Fiat car club. Fun night. Some members have played before and it was interesting to see their game plan. It was social but they were playing for a cup. This was a competition where it didn’t matter if you won or lost: just have a great time. But let me say there were some members who were really trying hard.

Pizza for dinner. It was a great night enjoyed by all.

There were 5 Newmarket club members to adjudicate and control the game. They also had a great time. Myself (Mario), Tony D, Silvio, Natale and Carmelo.

Please contact:

Mario 0403 257 325; Tony 0418 731 423; or Bill 0431 458 481.

Dear neighbours,

I think I’m not alone in being furious about the state of Qantas

Our ‘national carrier’ recently posted a record profit of $2.47 billion. This is in the same year that saw flight prices spike anywhere between 20% and 50%. It was also during this time that Qantas allegedly advertised 8000 tickets that had already been cancelled – an action for which they are being sued by the ACCC They’ve also been forced to backflip and take the time-limit off their Covid credits Then there’s the issue of whether there was any conversation between Alan Joyce and Labor ministers regarding blocking additional Qatar Airways into Australia

Meanwhile, the High Court has just unanimously upheld the Federal Court ruling that Qantas had illegally sacked 1,700 ground staff during the pandemic. During that period, Qantas received over $2.7 billion in public money, sacked many other workers, and outsourced jobs to private contractors with worse wages and conditions.

Under the cloud of these scandals, the CEO Alan Joyce finally resigned, a few months ahead of schedule But a new CEO won’t be enough to fix Qantas

Our politicians talk about Qantas as our ‘national carrier’, and the Labor government has said that protecting Qantas’s profits is ‘in the national interest’ But Qantas is a private corporation Moreover, with 60% market share, they are one of Australia’s largest monopolies. As long as they stay that way, they will continue to put profits ahead of their workers and customers

The Greens position is this: Qantas should be brought back into public ownership to provide better oversight, better outcomes for customers, and better protections for workers Any time Qantas wants special treatment, the government should take an ownership stake

Air New Zealand, our neighbour’s national carrier, was privatised in 1989. When they received a government bailout in 2001, the New Zealand government rightfully took it back into public hands rather than giving a no-stringsattached corporate handout This was extremely successful, and the airline has been thriving ever since In fact, there’s about a dozen countries who have successfully brought their national carrier back into public ownership

So let’s bring Qantas back into public hands too! It can be run for people, not for private profit Instead of sacking workers and price gouging, we can turn Qantas from a source of shame to one of pride once again

In hope,

elizabethwatsonbrown.com

Authorised by E.Watson-Brown, 188 Moggill Rd, Taringa, 4068

Libby

Trek2Health

Red Run Day 2023Community Event 5th November 2023

In the surrounds of the Enoggera Reservoir, The Gap, a local charity is dedicated to positively impacting the mental health of Queensland's Veterans and Frontline personnel. Trek2Health, a respected non-profit, aims to enhance mental wellness for those who have devoted their lives to serving and safeguarding others. Their commitment to creating a stigma-free environment has gained recognition for its innovative approach to mental health services based on the proven benefits of ‘green exercise’ to reduce stress and

boost mental wellness.

Trek2Health’s annual event –Red Run Day is a community event that encourages community members, whether avid runners, joggers or walkers, to unite in support of a worthy cause.

Scheduled for Sunday, 5th November 2023, Red Run Day features an 8.5km course around the captivating Enoggera Reservoir. The course includes a few invigorating hills, providing a physical test and a chance to appreciate Brisbane's bush landscape and tranquil lake views with Trek2Health’s experienced support crew onsite for the safety of participants.

More than a fun run, the event

is a tribute to the brave men and women who have served the country. Set against the backdrop of Remembrance Day, participants can run, jog, or walk to honour those who have selflessly dedicated their lives to safeguarding the nation. It's a meaningful way to acknowledge their sacrifices and contribute to a cause promoting mental well-being. The event begins with registration at 6:30-7:15 AM, followed by the welcome ceremony at 7:30 AM and the 8.5km event. Participants' fundraising efforts contribute to improved mental health support services for

Queensland's Veterans and Frontline personnel.

Ashgrove The Gap Lions Club

Ashgrove The Gap Lions Club welcomed Kaz Willis from the Valleys Cricket Club All Abilities Cricket Program. Our club is very happy to be a sponsor of the program for another year and at this meeting we made a donation to the program.

In September our club conducted a very successful BBQ Lunch for the British Railway Modellers of Australia as part of their conference which was held at the Tramway Museum in Ferny Grove. We also continued to conduct a number of BBQ’s for Trek2Health as part of their program to assist First Responders and Veterans.

On 26 September our club welcomed John Woodcroft from No Boundary Disability Services as our guest speaker at the Partners and Friends Dinner Meeting at Ashgrove Golf Club.

We conducted a Plant Sale Fundraiser in Ashgrove Avenue in Ashgrove on 30 September. Please note there will be another Plant Sale on 14th October in Fernberg Road at Paddington.

On 9 October we will be presenting our newly instituted Senior and Junior Excellence Awards in Public Speaking to two outstanding students at the Marist Brothers Awards Night at the Queensland Performing Arts Complex.

Christmas Cakes & Puddings are available for sale. 5Kg for $20, 1kg Cake and 900gm Pudding for $16, or a 80gm Mini Cake for $2. Call: 0400 210 357 or visit our website or facebook page.

Upcoming Events - Save The Date

On 22 October we will be supporting Cure Brain Cancer Foundation in their annual walk. On 28 October our club will assist Serenata Singers with their annual concert – more details soon. Melbourne Cup tickets will be on sale at The Gap Shopping Village and Ashgrove Marketplace on 28 & 29 October and 3-6 November. On 3-4 November we will be assisting The Gap Uniting Church with “Celebrating The Gap”.

If you would like to find out more about Lions activities, please email Allan Turner at lionatg19@gmail.com or call 0400 210 357.

Webiste: www.ashgrovethegaplions.org.au

Facebook: www.facebook.com/AshgroveTheGapLionsClub

The Gap She Shed always welcomes new members. We are a community group for women to gather in friendship, to support one another, learn & share. Email us at hello@thegapsheshed.au

Thank you for supporting The Gap She Shed Spring Fashion Show. It was a huge success raising much needed funds for ‘The Forgotten Women’ a charity that provides affordable housing solutions to women over 55.

SAVE THE DATE!

• Saturday 25th November

• 1pm to 7pm

• The Gap Football Club

Glen Affric St, The Gap

• Variety of stalls

• Food and drinks

• Santa and Face painting

• Lucky Door Prize

• Live Music

• Christmas gifts for sale, there is something for everyone

• Stall enquiries to hello@thegapsheshed.au

Website: https://thegapsheshed.wixsite.com/home

Email: hello@thegapsheshed.au

The Gap RSLSub Branch

On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, a minute’s silence is observed and dedicated to those soldiers who died fighting to protect the nation.

At 11am on 11 November 1918, the guns on the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare. The Germans called for an armistice (suspension of fighting) in order to secure a peace settlement. They accepted the allied terms of unconditional surrender.

The conflict had mobilised over 70 million people, with between 9 and 13 million dead, and as many as one third of these with no grave.

The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month attained a special significance in the post-war years. It became universally associated with the remembrance of those who had died in the war.

Originally known as Armistice Day, it was renamed Remembrance Day after World War Two to commemorate those who were killed in both World Wars.

Today the loss of Australian lives from all wars and conflicts is commemorated on Remembrance Day. We will remember them. Lest we forget.

(Article courtesy of Australian Army)

The Gap RSL will hold a Remembrance service at Walton Bridge Reserve, commencing at 10:30am on Sat 11 November

EDITORIAL REMINDER FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS:

All local community groups are welcome to submit editorial. Please send your editorial by the 15th of each month (at the latest)!

Note: due to space limitations please limit text to 300 words max – this includes all your contact details. All editorial submitted is subject to editing and available space. Send to: editor@westernecho.com.au

Thanks! Mel & Kym

Brisbane North Cake Decorators

Brisbane North Cake Decorators is a branch of the Queensland Cake Decorators Association Inc. and we meet monthly on the third Saturday of the month (except December) at the Arana Hills Community Centre, 291 Dawson Parade, Arana Hills at 1.00pm. Our aim is to encourage the love of cake decorating in all its aspects and we love to share our knowledge with everyone.

Our Cake show in early September is now a distant dream. There were some amazing displays by branches and members from all over Queensland. The theme for branches to use was “Travel” and our branch created an airport scene, complete with a luggage carousel, customers and even a plane arriving in the background with our mascot Ding Duck (from the “Swamp” cartoon Strip) piloting it. We weren’t the winners, but we had lots of fun creating our entry piece. Now are brains are ticking over with ideas for next year’s display.

Our October meeting on 21 October is a workshop and Heather will be taking us through the steps to create some beautiful Frangipanis. So, bring your kit along to the meeting, along with an egg carton to take your creations home.

We love to see new members and can be contacted on our Facebook page, Brisbane North Cake Decorators Association QCDA or via email: brisbanenorthcakedecorators@gmail.com

Your local spring health and wellbeing guide!

What are the benefits of exercising regularly?

There are a million and one benefits to adding regular exercise into your daily routines. Equally there are a million and one different ways in which you can incorporate exercise into your daily life. It is not just one thing.

Studies have shown that regular exercise has many benefits to your improved health outcomes.

Adding exercise into your lifestyle can help you achieve the following things to name only a few:

• Improved mood and overall mental health well-being

• Reduced stress in your life

• Lowering of cholesterol build up in your body

• Help with mobility and improved joint lubrication

• The strengthening of your muscles and your bones

• A regular movement practice helps to keep your body

supple and flexible

• Helps with your cognitive ability and stimulates your brain functions

• Improves your overall heart health outcomes

• Assists with the pumping of water to all of the cells in your body for better hydration

• In fact every single function of your body and brain is improved by an active lifestyle

For a holistic and a sustainable exercise practice - add exercise into everything that you do. The long term benefits of this will amaze you and you may not notice these straight away, so always remember to never give up or stop. Keep moving towards living a healthy life. Start kicking some goals in your health and fitness!

Belinda Wicks, personal trainer Body Wellness Place

803 Waterworks Rd, The Gap 4061

Call: 0403 085 640

Email: belinda@bodywellness.place

The special program is for ladies 50 years and above wanting to get fit, increase strength and have fun within an amazing community.

Hi, I am coach Belinda, I have just launched something new and exciting for women in The Gap and Surrounds and I'm

Here is how it works:

You get 2 sessions per week

All of our sessions are designed to help you move, look & feel better

looking for 15 ladies

Suffering from Lower Back or Pelvic Girdle Pain?

your recovery, for example massage therapists, dieticians and GPs.

A comprehensive treatment plan involves hands on treatment, such as joint mobilisations, dry needling and soft tissue massage, to reduce your pain and stiffness and optimise your recovery. We prescribe exercise to address your specific issues such as motor control, muscle length or strength. Furthermore, we will spend time coaching your through each exercise, ensuring you feel confident and comfortable.

Revive Studio welcomes new patients to our community of health and wellbeing.

www.revivestudio.com.au

Level 1, Highpoint Plaza, 240 Waterworks Rd., Ashgrove P: 3366 0500

E : ashgrove@revivestudio.com.au

Congratulations to our recent August edition competition winners!

Winners received a remedial massage and reflexology assessment sponsored by Robert Vicary from Alive Radiant Therapies.

The 3 winners were: Megan W, Lisa B, and Mary W. Thanks again for supporting our community Robert!

Lower back and pelvic girdle pain impacts on the lives of millions of Australians every year. It can have a marked impact on your life, limiting your engagement with your family and friends, your workplace, and simple daily activities.

There are many causes of lower back and pelvic girdle pain, ranging from nerve compressions to post-partum injuries. Pain a response of the body to a perceived threat, it is a protective mechanism sending a message that something is not right. For people experiencing persistent pain, there is often a missing piece to the puzzle.

Revive Studio offers a unique and holistic service, focusing on you, your problem and your solution. We have been trusted by the Ashgrove community for over 17 years and offer a safe and friendly space with a reputation for exceptional clinical outcomes. Our experienced physiotherapists consider all contributors to problem; sleep, diet, mobility, work stressors and strength… the list goes on. From your initial assessment, you can expect a friendly and knowledgeable physiotherapist to evaluate your injury in detail and explained the problem to you clearly. We will collaborate with you to map out a treatment plan for recovery with the focus being your priorities and goals. We love involving other healthcare experts to optimise

“It started with a Kiss”

When was the last time you kissed someone you loved?

5 Good reasons to kiss:

1. Physical touch: Kissing involves physical touch, which releases oxytocin (the love hormone)

2. Stress relief: Kissing helps reduce stress, levels by releasing endorphins, which are natural painkillers and mood elevators

3. Immune system boost: Saliva exchange during kissing can help boost the immune system by introducing new antibodies and germs into the body

4. Heart Health: Kissing can increase heart rate and blood flow, providing a cardiovascular workout

5. Communication: Kissing can serve as a form of nonverbal communication

5 Bad reasons to kiss.

1. Transmission of disease: Kissing can transmit various diseases such as glandular fever, colds and flu, as well as more serious infections like hepatitis and HIV

2. Oral Bacteria: The exchange of saliva during kissing can introduce new strains of oral bacteria, virus, fungal and spirochetes

3. Allergic reaction: Some individuals may have an allergic reaction to proteins found in saliva

4. Herpes: The herpes simplex virus can be transmitted through kissing, leading to outbreaks of cold sores around the mouth

5. Cancer: Studies have shown that the HPV (Human Papilloma virus) can be transmitted through oral sex

and kissing increasing the risk of certain head and neck cancers

The 5 Ugly bacteria that can be transferred by kissing, sharing utensils and tooth brushes:

1. Streptococcus Mutans: A common commensal associated with tooth decay and cavities

2. Streptococcus Pyogenes: this is a common bacteria found in patients that are suffering from “Step Throat”

3. Actinomyces: found in the plaque at the neck of patients teeth who have gum disease

4. Fusobacteria Nucleatum: Associated with periodontal “Gum” disease

5. Porphyomonas Gingivalis: Associated with gum disease but systemically has been linked with dementia, heart disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis

At Dental Wellness we want you to have all the benefits of the “Good” with reduction in the risk of the “Bad and the Ugly”.

Dental Wellness will now be using special dental equipment called “EMS Air-flow” to carry out Guided Biofilm Therapy. Once the GBT (Guided Biofilm Therapy) has been carried out the hard tartar is removed with the finest of instruments. You will be amazed at how comfortable the procedure is.

Body Image

We can all feel the pressure to be, or appear, ‘healthy’. Have you noticed your child struggling with body image? Noticed any persistent thoughts your child has about their body?

The primary risk factor to consider is age. Since Covid 19, body image concerns have increased in people as young as 11 and 12. This makes adolescents from 13 onwards the peak group of people at risk of developing potentially harmful behaviours.

Body dissatisfaction can contribute to the development of disordered eating behaviours (DE’s). Research has identified several ways of thinking as high-risk factors: high levels of perfectionism; low levels of self-esteem; high mood intolerance; interpersonal difficulties.

Body image/dissatisfaction is heavily influenced by external factors like the pressure to meet appearance ideals. Coupled with any risk factors, this can lead someone to think that in order to look perfect, or feel better about themselves, they must meet that ideal.

The good news is, addressing appearance-ideals can reduce body dissatisfaction and disordered eating behaviours, thus preventing their development. Group programs like The Body Project offered at Young Minds Network can have a great positive impact on the later development of DE’s.

Young Minds Network – Psychology and Allied Health

Web: www.youngmindsnetwork.com.au

Tel: 07 3857 0074

Located at: The Gap, Stafford, North Lakes and Redcliffe

Fact vs Fiction: Food Edition

Let’s bust some

diet myths with Accredited Practising

Dietitian Rosie Atkinson of The Bee’s Knees Nutrition.

Myth 1: Carbs are Bad

Despite the hype about superfoods and supplements, the basics of a balanced diet haven’t changed.

Carbohydrates are an essential part of a balanced diet. Celebrity diets and social media influencers might tell you carbs are the enemy, but carbs are actually your body’s preferred energy source.

Myth 2: Organic Food is Better

While organic farming does have environmental benefits, the nutritional quality of organic food isn’t significantly different than non-organic. 94% of Australians aren’t eating enough fruit and vegetables.

Myth 3: Detoxing Heals your Body

Detox diets are incredibly popular, but Rosie says they don’t actually do what they claim. Your liver and kidneys filter out things your body doesn’t need, and they’re going to do that whether you’re on a detox diet of not.

Myth 4: A Dietitian will Put me on a Diet

A qualified dietitian will work with you to achieve your personal goal, whether that’s weight loss, fuelling an active lifestyle, or managing a chronic condition.

To make an appointment with Rosie visit: www.thebeeskneesnutrition.com

Hypnotherapy for Phobias and Post Traumatic Stress

Let me help you quickly and comfortably escape the horrors of Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD) or phobias without going over the traumatic incident(s) again.

For many years, severe anxiety-based conditions such as PTSD or phobias were considered treatable only through long, painful exposure therapy, in some cases, not at all. Often this can cause the person to be re-traumatised and experiencing as if the event is almost happening again.

Traumatic memories don’t tend to fade like normal memories….until they are properly processed. In my practice I use a Rewind approach enabling you to process those memories so they can fade and you can become emotionally free to live the life you want.

The process doesn’t require you to go through the memories in depth, and in fact if it is easier for you, I don’t even need to know what happened - we can just refer to them in a word or phrase of your choosing.

If you want sustainable change at the subconscious level hypnotherapy is an effective therapy.

Diane Kirkham Hypnotherapy

www.dianekirkham.com | 0408 009 073

www.facebook.com/DianeKirkhamHypnotherapy

Life can be a challenging journey. Here are some examples of how counselling can make a real difference in your life:

1. Manage Stress: Life can often throw stressful situations our way, and through counselling you can learn effective techniques to manage stress.

2. Reduce Emotional Distress: When you're grappling with intense emotions, counselling offers an opportunity for you to express and process these feelings.

3. Navigate Life Transitions: Whether it's marriage, divorce, death, loss, or a career shift, counselling is there to offer guidance and unwavering support.

4. Develop Coping Strategies: Gain practical coping strategies to confront life's challenges head-on - to equip you to handle whatever life throws your way.

5. Enhance Self-Awareness: Delve deeper into your values and beliefs, and behaviours. This assists personal growth, self-confidence and positive change.

6. Strengthen Relationships: Counselling is a space where you can hone your communication skills and find guidance in navigating conflicts and obstacles.

Donna Gonsalves is a PACFA registered Certified Practicing Counsellor based in The Gap. Book a FREE 20-minute phone consultation. You deserve a happier, healthier life, and this could be the first step towards that brighter future.

Adult ADHD - Achieve Your Potential

Did you know?

• References to ADHD appear in medical textbooks dating back to 1775

• There are over 100,000 scientific journal articles that provide insight into ADHD

• Around 1 in every 20 Australians is affected by ADHD Yet, this common mental health condition is widely misunderstood. Attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) starts during child development and frequently persists into adulthood. It runs in families and there are two subtypes and a combined presentation.

If you have the inattentive subtype, it will manifest as limited attention span, careless errors, distractibility, and forgetfulness. You struggle to sustain attention, lose focus, and easily get side-tracked.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, hyperactive children are often seen to be disruptive in class and easily draw the attention of teachers. However, the inattentive subtype is far less likely to be recognized by parents, teachers, and medical professionals.

Talk to your General Practitioner about whether you might have ADHD. Request a referral to a Psychiatrist for an Adult ADHD assessment.

AssocProfManaanKarRayisavisitingConsultantPsychiatrist at Keperra Medical Centre. He trained in Adult Psychiatry in Oxford and was the Director for Mental Health Services in Cambridge, UK for a decade before moving to Brisbane.

Protect The Skin You're In

Queensland is a state with one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, it's imperative that we prioritize prevention and early detection to safeguard our skin and well-being.

Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide: Slip on protective clothing, slop on sunscreen with a high SPF, slap on a wide-brimmed hat, seek shade during peak hours, and slide on sunglasses.

Early Detection: A Lifesaving Practice

Know Your Skin: Regularly check your skin for any new or changing spots, moles, or lesions.

SCAN Your Skin: Utilize the SCAN method - Sore, Changing, Abnormal, New. Any sore that doesn't heal, changing moles, abnormal growths, or new spots (especially if you are over 40yrs ) should be assessed by a healthcare professional.

Professional Skin Checks: Annual skin checks by a doctor trained in Skin Cancer Medicine are a proactive step in detecting skin cancer.

Promote Self-Care: Encourage family and friends to prioritize skin health. Perform self-examinations and share any concerns for timely intervention.

Remember, prevention and early detection are lifesaving habits that ensure our well-being for years to come.

Dr Taz Zamani graduated medicine from the University of Queensland and is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). Dr Zamani visits Keperra MedicalCentretwiceweeklyandappointmentsareavailable without a referral.

For the love Of Books

Australian Authors are having quite the moment in the literary world with so many wonderful books coming out in recent years, and it does not look like they will be slowing down. In fact, a couple of big names have some new releases coming out next month.

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novel that pays homage to and shines a light on the 120,000 people sleeping rough in our society – and I for one (but one of many) am absolutely desperate to read it. It will be released on 4 October.

Ashgrove Golf Club Men’s Pennants

“Lola in the Mirror” is the latest offering from the wonderful Trent Dalton. Whilst I tried very hard to get my hands on an ARC, I have yet to succeed, but I was able to listen to Trent speak about the novel. The self-proclaimed “romantic cheeseball optimist” explained that his new book was inspired by his time visiting 139 Club in Brisbane’s inner city, and spending some time sleeping rough. The novel is about 17 year old Lola who has “fallen through the cracks of contemporary Australia”, and it begins with Lola and her mother sleeping beside the Brisbane River and on the run. Lola has big dreams despite her situation, she just needs some help to get others to see the extraordinary person that she sees in the mirror. It is a

One that I did manage to get my hands on is “Stone Yard Devotional” by Charlotte Wood. Wood is best known for her novels The Natural Way of Things (brilliant) and The Weekend (loved by some, not by others). This new novel will be out on 3 October. It is a quiet contemplative novel about a woman who has left her city life and joined a convent back in her home town. There she spends her days in quiet service and reflecting on her life. We learn about her past through snippets and memories. I found it compulsive, like being in someone’s head and trying to figure them out whilst they attempt to figure themselves out. I’ll be very interested to see what people think of this one.

Happy reading!

Sarah @sarahsbookchat

Most people think golf is an individual sport but Pennants is highly regarded by golfers. It is a team event comprising of 21 players – 5 junior players, 11 open players and 5 masters (50+ years of age). Ashgrove’s opponents in this year’s competition were Gailes, Wolston Park and Oxley with the winner being elevated to a higher division and the loser relegated. Ashgrove won 3 of their 6 matches, with an additional tied round away from home. This success secured 2nd place for the club. Team Manager Marcus Tanzer made special mention of Greg Elphinston as pennant player of the year, who was undefeated through the season for the Masters.

Honorable mentions were also made to Simon Putral who won 5 out of his 6 games, and David Lynagh, Jack Marriott and Sean Flanagan who each won 4 games throughout the season. Former Club Champion Cameron Pierce also commendably won 3 games playing in the coveted #1 spot.

The masters team quite rightly celebrated success with their caddies in the clubhouse after securing 14 out 15 home game wins throughout the season.

Local Cricketers Shine in the UK

Local cricketers Hugh Weibgen and Callum

Vidler were selected in the Australian U19 team that recently toured the UK playing youth tests and one day games against the old enemy. Hugh is Captain.

Well done to Valleys Cricket Club and their early Júnior coaches for producing these players. Hugh is a current Valleys 1st Grade player, batting in the top order with a 1st grade century under his belt and is also a contracted Qld Bulls Squad member. Callum is also playing 1st Grade for Valleys and is a fast bowler producing thunderbolts of in excess of 140km per hour.

A 5-game one day series was won by Australia 3-1 with one match washed out. Hugh again showed his class with 3 scores of 38, 76 and 77. Callum was amongst the wickets in the 2 games he played with 2 and 3 wickets.

Australia have won the first test by 8 wickets. No runs for the boys but they took 13 of the 20 wickets between them.

Submitted by John Nielsen

AshgroveHistorical Society

Visitors are encouraged and very welcome at the Ashgrove Historical Society meetings held at the Ashgrove Library on the first Saturday of the month 10amnoon. Topics and guest speakers for the year can be found on the Society’s website under ‘Meetings’. The topic for the meeting on 4 November will be Fifty Years of Ashgrove Meals on Wheels presented by Matt Webster.

Ashgrove Meals on Wheels (AMOW) celebrated its 50th anniversary in May this year. For over half a century, the service has provided “More Than Just a Meal” to the elderly and sometimes isolated people in our local community. Hundreds of friendly and caring volunteers have helped the elderly remain

independent in their own homes for as long as appropriate. Thousands of tasty, nutritious and affordable meals have been delivered across Ashgrove, and numerous surrounding suburbs during that time. All meals are prepared in AMOW’s commercial grade kitchen in accordance with relevant nutrition and dietary guidelines. This valuable service provides more than a healthy, tasty meal though. It also provides regular social connection, genuine friendships, and regular checks on general wellbeing.

Vice president, Matt Webster, will relate the story of how AMOW first began and its development over the past 50 years.

A shared morning tea will follow the presentation which will provide the opportunity to chat with the guest speaker and other people interested in local history.

If you would like to become an AHS member or purchase membership as a gift for someone, fees are $10 single per annum (1 July - 30 June), or $15 couple/ family. Membership includes the quarterly newsletter and discount on our publications.

Please contact the secretary, Julie, (ahs.secretary@bigpond.com) and she will let you know the EFT details or join at a meeting. Funds raised from memberships, raffles and sale of our publications supports the research, preservation and recording of Ashgrove’s history.

Quality Family Recreation in a

The Gap ProbusClub News

A little bit of the old, and a little bit of the new this month.

Our guest speaker was Dennis Wayper, a favourite of the club, who took us through the life and times of Doris Day. Although chiefly known as a movie star and singer with the famous “girl next door” image, she had a long and eventful life with far more depth to it.

After a strict country upbringing, she started singing with big bands from the extraordinarily early age of 16, and was married for the first (but not the last!) time by 19. Unsurprisingly the marriage did not last, but her career did, and after more years of big band work she made her way to Hollywood and the movie industry. After 39 movies and another three marriages she suddenly found herself penniless, her manager having “mismanaged” her finances. A third career, this time on TV, restored the family fortunes, and when she eventually retired it was to devote herself to animal welfare. She died in 2109 at the ripe age of 97, leaving a legacy of songs and films enjoyed to this day.

A bit more “old” was provided at Esk! On 20 August we had our trip to Esk for the Esk Bush Bashers. Twenty-two members embarked for the trip up the Brisbane River Vally to this small town, to hear a Bush Band affiliated to the local church. A beguiling mixture of traditional Australian folk songs, Old Time dance favourites and music hall numbers from days gone by enlivened the day, and eventually persuaded (most of) those present to get to their feet and (sort of) dance.

The little bit of “new” was a group lunch at the newly renovated Brook Hotel (at Brookside, where else?), where conversation flowed freely in the open air under a large tree, in a well-designed and blessedly quiet “indoor-outdoor” space.

A full month, rounded out with coffee mornings and, since the month had 31 days, the “Club 31” – which is to say anyone who felt like it – enjoyed cocktails at The Gap Tavern.

If you are interested finding out more without commitment, we would be delighted to talk with you, and invite you to our meetings (first Thursday of every month, 2pm, at the Baptist Church, corner of Waterworks and Settlement Roads).

Just call Rhoda on 0409 484 219.

Glass-backed Squash Courts Kiosk

Rotary Club of Ashgrove The Gap

Last month saw the triumph of GRIPPS – the Gap Regional Instrumental Primary Performers’ School. 125 local children, from 10 primary schools, selected by audition, underwent four days of masterclass tuition and rehearsal. The final concert was astounding – the beautiful sounds these very young performers can develop is a tribute to their talent and the dedication of the tutors and conductors.

Rotary is proud to be associated with this so-worthwhile effort, by organising the finances and by providing physical support on the night. It is a real contribution to the life of the local community.

The LAUNCH event at The Gap State High School was a huge success, attracting participants from all around the region and even Northern New South Wales. The projects on display and the hands-on experience in everything from programmed electric vehicles to musical composition 21st-century-style made for a very full day. Rotary provided some funds by way of sponsorship, and Rotarians turned up on the day to help supervise the various activated throughout the school.

At our club meeting in early September we heard a very timely talk by Martin Lack on bushfire precautions. We are all at risk, especially in suburbs like The Gap, Ashgrove and Keperra with so many trees so near the State Forest. Embers can fly 30km, as they

did to start fires on Moreton Island from a mainland blaze. If anyone would like a copy of Martin’s presentation, we can provide one (see contact details below).

Of course, to do the things we do and support the causes we support, we have to do a certain amount of fundraising, and the Fathers’ Day Raffle is an annual regular. Thanks to the Gap Village Shopping Centre and the Ashgrove Woolworths shopping centre for accommodating our sellers. This year’s winners were Ian of Goodna (1st Prize) and John Mitchell of The Gap (2nd). Thanks to all who bought tickets, and better luck next time!

We encourage people to visit our meetings, even if it is only from vague curiosity. We don’t charge and we don’t bite. You can contact our club by calling or texting Tim Boyd at 0411 141 304. Come and visit a meeting some time – no charge, no obligation. Second and fourth Wednesdays of the month from 6:30 to 8:00pm at the Ashgrove Golf Club.

The Gap Pioneer and History Club

The Gap Pioneer and History Group Inc. is an Incorporated Association formed in October 2003 which has been active in the community under the Presidency of Jeff Hilder for the past 20 years with Ann Hilder elected Secretary in 2005. Members meet at The Gap Uniting Church Hall at 1.30pm on the second Saturday of the month (Feb-Dec).

Last month as the Registrar of The Gap Pioneer Cemetery I gave a brief overview of the significant historical achievement of The Gap’s oldest continuous community organization. Here are a few additional facts which surfaced during an intense six-month research period undertaken by Jeff and Ann Hilder.

Of the (497) interments in the Columbarium Wall there were eight (8) who lived beyond 100 years of age with the oldest being 103-year-old Jessie Wood. It is amazing that there are (96) Columbarium Wall interments of those aged 90 years to 99 years. Ten (10) infants and children to age 18 years are interred in the Wall with the youngest being Amanda Jane Hirche (lived

Repair Cafe The Gap's regular monthly event is on 21 October.

The October Repair Café also coincides with International Repair Day!

This year’s theme is “Repair for Everyone”, with special events being held around the globe to motivate people to attempt their own repairs on their broken items, or seek help from experts. Bring your kids, bring your grandparents, bring your neighbours – REPAIR FOR EVERYONE!

When: Saturday, 21 October, 2023. 9am – 12.00pm

Where: Girl Guide Hut, Paten Park, Paten Rd, The Gap Bookings open Saturday, 14th October. Bookings are preferred, but not essential.

International Repair Day demonstrations:

https://www.trybooking.com/CLRIL

Regular repairs:

https://www.trybooking.com/CLPXO

Email: thegaprepaircafe@gmail.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/RepairCafeTheGap

31 hours) who was the first interment in the new Columbarium Wall in 1963.

Incredibly, the total burials and interments of known persons with military service has reached (100), also (16) of The Gap’s past Methodist/Uniting Church Ministers and their wives are interred in the Wall.

The Gap Pioneer Cemetery is now recognised historically by the installation of (13) descriptive Interpretive Panels which were unveiled on 5th August 2023. Those individuals honoured with a Panel are- Moses ADSETT, Fanny BAILY, James BEESTON, Joseph BENNETT, Lewis BROCKHURST, Peter CLARKE, Alexander COWAN, Robert DUFF, Samuel Edwin EARLE, Colin Francis Bennett FANNING, John HILDER, John MISSENDEN and William Henry PATEN.

The largest family groups of burials and interments are associated with Jeff HILDER and his wife Ann (nee FANNING). Ann has (48) ancestors and relatives buried and Jeff has (46) burials. Jeff and Ann jointly have a further (24) relatives interred in the Columbarium Wall.

For enquiries regarding Membership of The Gap Pioneer and History Group Inc. contact Jeff Hilder – email jeffhilder@outlook.com

African Violet Society of Qld Inc

Show & Plant Sale

ONE DAY SHOW

Saturday 14th October 2023 - 9am to 3pm

Held at the Auditorium, Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong

This is the largest display and sale of African Violets and related Gesneriads in Qld – this is a special event for ONE DAY ONLY

Advice on growing. Potting supplies, leaves and plants of all sizes for sale Crafts made by members for sale, books and leaflets on growing available Credit/Eftpos card payments are accepted

Admission – Adults $4– Children free

For details contact the Society

Email africanvioletsocietyqld@gmail.com

Visit our webpage http://www.africanvioletsocietyqld.happyo.com/

FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/AfricanVioletSocietyOfQld/

Mitchelton & Districts Garden Club

Long-Serving President Steps Down!

Momentous news met our members at the last Annual General Meeting when a most highly respected and active club member of over 50 years announced her resignation as President.

Pat Killoran ended her 11-year tenure as Club President with the announcement that she had decided to step down. Newly elected President, Trish Parkinson, echoed the sentiments of all members when she lauded Pat’s outstanding commitment to the club, which has seen it live on as a hub of learning and camaraderie to the present day.

Pat joined the Mitchelton & Districts Garden Club in the 1970's. She was the Annual Winner of the club’s Bench Competition for seven consecutive years between 1992 and 1998. Thereafter, Pat declined to accept award points to encourage other members to participate in showing on the bench.

This club owes a great deal to Pat Killoran for the inspiring way she led through periods of dwindling membership. As an expression of the sincere affection and respect our members hold for Pat, a senior club member wrote this parting poem, read at the August 2023 meeting:

We hope you have a happy future

And all your wishes come true.

We hope your health keeps good as time passes

And there’s pleasure in all you do.

You’ve kept this club afloat under your care.

If there was trouble your diplomacy was there.

We wish you a long and happy future

Filled with peace and love. From those who care.

Our next meeting at The Enoggera Memorial Hall (entrance via Trundle St) will be on Thursday 2 November at 9:30am for a 10:00am start. Entry is $3.00 and morning tea is provided. Visitors are most welcome. Feel free to contact us via email at mitcheltongc@gmail.com or find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/mitcheltongardenclub

The section of Enoggera Creek around Pender Street, The Gap, and the Ashgrove Golf Club has seen some dramatic transformation in the last couple of years. With money from Healthy Land and Water providing contractor support through Oxley Creek Catchment Association, assistance from Brisbane City Council, and help from SOWN volunteers, the extensive weed infestations have been brought under control and the area has been revegetated with native plant species designed to help stabilise the bank and provide the correct habitat for the region. However, we need volunteers to help look after the work! Please get in touch if you can spare any time to help form a bushcare group for this section of the creek – it doesn’t have to be weekends and it doesn’t even need to be that often – we just need the assistance to help look after this beautiful section of the creek.

Ithaca ProbusClub News

Troubling times at Ithaca Probus Club

Unfortunately, our club is going through difficult times. This year we have now lost three members and some others are not too well, but hopefully will be joining us again at club activities soon. On the brighter side we have a few prospective new members who will help to restore our numbers.

Our September general meeting was moved back a week which unfortunately meant that our scheduled guest speaker was unavailable. We will get him at another time. Plus, our Fathers’ Day celebrations were rather late. In October we will be focussing on National Seniors’ month and are looking forward to a visit from the choir of a nearby primary school.

The Cards Group and our small walking group continue to keep our minds and bodies active respectively. The Poetry group is

alive and well, and our book exchange table keeps all the avid readers busy.

The September lunch took us to a new venue in Ashgrove – very successful.

All of our activities are detailed on our web site. Just type ‘Ithaca Probus Club’ into your browser to find us. New members are always most welcome at Ithaca Probus Club. We meet at 9.30am on the 2nd Thursday each month except December and January at the Red Hill Bowls and Community Club in Fulcher Road, Red Hill, or come on any of our outings.

you would like to give us a try, please phone either of our Club Membership Officers Sue Vivian on 0413 544 202 or Janelle Rhodes on 0412 628 646.

The Gap Creative Inc.

We're thrilled to share the highlights of our recent Open Studios event, held on 19-20 August.

Bigger and Better Than Ever

In 2023, we expanded our event with a total of twelve home studio locations right here in The Gap, showcasing the incredible artwork of 18 talented members. This marked a significant increase from 2022. Over two days, the studios offered a unique glimpse into the creative process. The event included works from emerging talents to well-known and award-winning local artists. Among the diverse disciplines represented were mosaic, sculpture, and model making. Paint mediums included oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, and mixedmedia in styles ranging from hyper realistic to abstract. There was truly something for every art lover to enjoy.

The Heart of Open Studios

While selling art is undoubtedly a key outcome of the event, many of our artists said that what they find most special about opening up their creative space is the sense of connection it fosters. Within a relaxed atmosphere, they have the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of art enthusiasts—many of whom might never have discovered their work in a traditional gallery setting.

A Platform for Learning and Growth

Beyond the joy of connecting with art lovers, Open Studios offers

valuable opportunities for learning and growth. Artists at all stages of their careers benefit from the experience, whether it's gaining confidence in engaging with the public or honing workshop and demonstration skills. With a diverse range participating, each artist takes away something different from the event. We're delighted to report that many artists who were part of last year's event are joining us again in 2024, a testament to the positive impact of Open Studios on their artistic journeys.

As we look ahead, The Gap Creative remains committed to providing a platform that not only promotes our artists and their work but also fosters a vibrant artistic community.

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AshgroveRangers

Super September for Ashgrove Rangers!

It was a very active September for the Rangers!

Inaugural Athletics Meet –Ashgrove Rangers versus Toowong Harriers

Bragging rights were on the line with the inaugural Ashgrove versus Toowong Athletics meet held at Jack Cook Park on 3 September. Toowong Harriers provide too strong on the day with a large contingent of athletes thirsty for a win. Toowong ended the event with 324.5 points, whilst Ashgrove had 208.5 points.

Ashgrove highlights included strong wins to Tully Schweitzer in the 1500m, Aidan Dallinger in the 100m, and Lee Martin and April Laurikaanen in the shotput. A fantastic social event and we will make an effort to round up more troops to make this a bigger target for next year!

Flying Four Club Handicap & Club Trophies

On 10 September we hosted the annual Club Handicap at the Flying Four. It was a great turnout and we thank all volunteers and participants for making the event a success!

Trophies were awarded as follows:

• Open 4km: Timothy Youngs

• Under 18 Club Handicap 4km: Sarah Williamson

• Under 14 Club Handicap 2km: Nick Bray

• Most Improved Winter Season: Lara Wannenburgh

• Best Performance Winter Season: Tate Van Camp

Upcoming event alert!

Save the date for 1 October! Ashgrove Rangers are hosting the inaugural Downhill Dash at Mount Coot-tha! The 6km downhill race goes from Channel 9 down to JC Slaughter Falls and there are cash prizes and random giveaways.

For more information on this exciting new family-friendly event head to www.downhilldash.run

Please see our website www.ashgroverangers.org for information about the Ashgrove Rangers. Happy running! Ashgrove Rangers

Red Hill Bowls Sports & Community Club

The Pennant season for Red Hill Bowls, Sports & Community Club came to an end in early September where we saw our Division 1 team play New Farm and our Division 4 team play Chermside. Unfortunately Division 1 players were defeated but the Division 4 team won all 3 rinks to win the Pennant Final for our club.

This year has been a wonderful outcome for our club where we saw the following results:

• 2023 BDBA Champion of Club Champions Men’s Singles Final was won by Red Hill Bowls Club member Ben Walsh

• 2023 BDBA Men’s Champion of Club Champion Pairs Final was won by Red Hill Bowls Club members Greg Rolls and Steve Hayden

• 2023 BDBA Champion of Club Champion Fours Final was won by Red Hill Bowls Club members Paul McLean, Steve Hayden, Greg Rolls and Ben Walsh who travel to Mackay later in the year to play in the State Final of the Fours

Our Division 6 team reached the Final, our Division 2 team lost in the Semi Final, our Ladies Pennant team reached the Final against Ferny Grove and Red Hill won the Division 1 over 60’s Pennant Final.

Boomerang Bags The Gap & Surrounds

Supporting our Youth to Embrace Sustainability Learning to repurpose

Payne Road State School recently hosted the annual Environmental Leaders Workshop, where Environment Leaders from local primary schools gathered for a day to learn more about how they can help the environment.

The BBTGS team had fun teaching them how to repurpose an unwanted t-shirt into a handy bag, thus keeping it out of landfill and reducing the need for plastic bags that can pollute our waterways and endanger our wildlife.

We thank all of our sponsors for your support of our club, your commitment to all that we do is so important and as well, our club has been very successful this year which provides benefits for everyone.

**STOP PRESS**

The extensive renovations to our Dog Friendly Cafe are nearing completion. We will be able to welcome everyone back soon to a new vibrant cafe – enjoy a nice coffee, something to eat, whilst looking at the outlook that our club provides.

We welcome all community members to our club to utilize our facilities either socially or to play bowls which can be done during daylight hours. Make a booking with the club. On the 1st Sunday of the month we play Turkey Triples commencing ay 9.30am where all bowlers and non bowlers are welcome to come along and enjoy a fun morning including lunch and prizes.

Our club also has a 100-seat entertainment hall with full AV equipment and a commercial kitchen - perfect for parties, receptions, corporate functions, and other meetings for community groups.

For further details contact secretary@redhillbowls.org.au or ring 0412 765 805.

Learning new life skills

Bardon Girl Guides recently received one of our Community Grants. They purchased two sewing machines plus accessories and tools.

The BBTGS team were interested to hear their ideas, including tote bags, bunting and “sit-upons” – waterproof, easy-clean mats to sit upon during outdoor activities.

BBTGS looks forward to visiting the girls and teaching them some valuable sewing skills next term.

Help young people solve problems sustainably

BBTGS loves working with our youth, and welcomes enquiries from other youth groups with sewing-related ideas that we may be able to help with – by upcycling unwanted materials!

Email: bbtgs4061@gmail.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BoomerangBagsTheGap&Surrounds

The Brisbane Tramway Museum

Not only do we restore trams and buses at the Brisbane Tramway Museum – we also restore and often make items for local community groups or individual members of the community.

SUPPLYING GREAT TASTING, fresh, Certified Organic Produce to The Gap & Neighbouring Suburbs for 10 years.

For a current price list and details about ordering – email thegaploco@gmail.com or visit thegaploco.com

We are a community owned, local, worker run, registered worker co-operative.

DELIVERIES ARE ON MONDAYS

and we also run a pop up shop between 10am and 3pm on Mondays at 15 High St, Ashgrove

(down the easement to Oakleigh Scouts car park)

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In recent weeks our members have restored an antique chair dating back to the 1890’s and a rocking chair which came to us more in the form of an IKEA chair!! (See Photos by Barrie Giddens).

In return for a generous donation of tools, we were asked to refurbish/repair a kitchen chair. Research revealed that the chair was a Federation Chair from the 1890’s. After many hours of stripping, sanding, filling and replacing missing parts, we were finally able to stain and varnish the chair and return it to its delighted owner.

About the same time we were asked by a member of the Women’s Shed if it would be possible to rebuild a rocking chair belonging to a close friend. It arrived as a box of around 30 pieces and no picture. Following a sanding, some head-scratching and regluing the chair is once again a rocker.

Over the past year or so, we have made street libraries for a local Rotary club, a door and shutters for a searchlight tower at Fort Lytton, school notice boards, bows and arrows and shields for local school plays, and have provided schools with handmade raffle prizes.

If you would like to join us in our community work or restore trams or mow lawns – we have vacancies!!

Please ring us on 3351 1776 or visit us on Tuesdays.

The Brisbane Tramway Museum is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.

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Hilder Road State School

Term 3 at Hilder Road State School has been packed with many fun and educational events.

We had a massive turnout of dads for our Dads and Donuts breakfast. It was very exciting for our young students to give their dads a tour of their turf and play some games before school.

Students across the school produced an amazing array of artwork in our Raw Art workshops, some of which will feature in our arts festival next term.

best football teams placing 2nd in the Queensland finals. Perhaps we have a budding Matilda! Amazing book characters filled our school as students and teachers dressed up for our annual Book Week parade with staff celebrating the children’s classic The Hungry Caterpillar. Our student leaders continued their leadership development at the Pullenvale Environmental Education Centre. As Connected Leaders, the students embraced the qualities of a leader and worked collaboratively to develop their understanding of their own leadership qualities and the qualities of others.

Robo Buddy,' brings hope to the vision impaired, providing a solution to those with allergies, and addresses the increasing costs associated with raising guide dogs.

Development Goals.”

“By addressing global challenges, from environmental sustainability to peace and justice, we're not just educating — we're paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future for everyone."

Our annual bush-dance was a wonderful night under the stars for both students and parents. There were plenty of cowboys and cowgirls dancing and a suspected sighting of Woody and Jessie was reported!

Over $20,000 was raised by our school community for precision medicine to be provided to cancer patients through Samuel Johnson’s Love Your Sister project. Samuel connected with our students, staff and parent community leaving a lasting impression on many of us and showing how we can support better outcomes for cancer patients.

We are especially proud of our Senior Girls Football team who became one of Queensland’s

Mater Dei Catholic Primary School

Small School Achieving Big Things!

August was a triumphant month for Mater Dei Catholic Primary School as their Senior Primary students clinched top spots in two Brisbane Catholic Education events.

At the 3rd Annual Brisbane Catholic Education Pitch Festival, the Mater Dei team outshined tough competition from eight other BCE schools, securing first place. Their groundbreaking idea, 'My

The school's winning streak didn’t end there. Just a few days later, students participated in the Brisbane Catholic Education STEM Mad competition. Competing against 96 teams from BCE schools, Mater Dei's entry titled 'Out of this World' secured the prestigious Executive Director's Award. This innovative concept aims to tackle the pressing global issue of space junk and earned the team a place in the Catholic School’s STEM MAD National competition in November.

Payne Road State School

OPTIMINDS Congratulations to our 3 teams that competed at University of Queensland in the Brisbane North competition. Our teams all competed in Division I of Language Literature, Media and Science Engineering challenges. Thank you to the teachers (Mrs Christian, Mrs Gibbs and Mr Knox), who supported each of the teams through many lunch breaks in the weeks preparing for the challenge and on the day!

Mater Dei Catholic Primary School Principal, Donna Jones, said these achievements are reflective of the school’s ethos and mission.

“At Mater Dei, we are committed to achieving academic excellence, but more importantly, we aim to instil a profound sense of responsibility within our students.”

“Both of these projects resonate deeply with Catholic Social teachings and align with the United Nations Sustainable

All teams put in an amazing effort in the contribution of ideas and solutions to solve each challenge. The children turned up to every rehearsal each week and stayed motivated and creative – amazing persistence was shown across the preparation weeks! Many parents opened their homes for practice and refinements to prepare for the event. Thankyou!

Our teams all received great feedback from judges on the originality of our solutions, creativity of our presentations and props. It has been a wonderful experience for the 20 children and their teachers. We are very proud of the amazing level of commitment and enthusiasm we have seen

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in participating students, from across Year 4 to Year 6.

Mrs Gibbs’ team in the Media Challenge won their division and is now preparing to represent Payne Road in the state finals on Sunday 15 October. Well done Media Team! We have been particularly successful in this category in previous years and look forward to rising to the challenge again in 2023!

Our school is very proud of each child who voluntarily became involved for the 6-week marathon of preparation for their challenge. This level of commitment demonstrates the continuing attitude of “Aim ever higher” that our school is renowned for.

Nicky Brazzale, Principal

St Peter Chanel

Students at St Peter Chanel, The Gap have raced towards the end of Term 3 with some fantastic activities to consolidate their learning and highlight their talents. On the second last Friday of term, all students celebrated with their Celebration of Learning Day, where classrooms were opened for parents and grandparents to see the wonderful learning that has taken place in all year levels.

The Years 5 and 6 students worked hard all term in preparation for their Market Breakfast Stalls, which was the first activity to launch the day. For the whole term students had to organise every aspect of the market stall including researching healthy

food choices, budgeting, advertising and sustainability.

All factors needed to be considered when creating their breakfast menu, which needed to include a breakfast drink, a small food option and a larger food option. Each class also designed a logo that was put onto aprons to convince customers to choose their menu items.

Year 6 oversaw serving on the day, while the Year 5 students were responsible for surveying customers to determine how successful their advertising and sustainability efforts were. It was a wonderful opportunity for ‘real life’ learning for all our senior students.

For those who shine on the stage, auditions took place throughout the term in preparation for ‘SPC Has Talent.’

The final lineup included ten acts with performances in joke telling, acro, dance, the playing of instruments and solving the rubiks cube.

This is the second year SPC Has Talent has been held and it was great to see students sharing their talents in areas other than curriculum or sports.

If these sound like the opportunities you would like for your children, we would

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love to welcome you to our upcoming Open Morning on Wednesday 11 October.

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Thank you to our new School SVP Platinum Sponsor, Bank of Queensland The Gap. We are glad to have you onboard supporting our School.

Visit our website to let us know you’re coming – www. spcthegap.qld.edu.au

The Gap State High School

Success on the court!

Congratulations to our Specialist Volleyball Program (SVP) athletes who competed recently at the Senior Schools Cup on the Gold Coast.

It has definitely been a long journey for our Senior SVP students, who showed great spirit. Some of these students have committed to the program for the entire duration of their Gap SHS schooling and should be commended on their persistence and resilience to get to the standard of play they now demonstrate.

Our teams placed:

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12 Girls Division 1 - 13th

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– Enhancing the Quality of Teaching and Learning

When teachers have the resources and time to collaborate on their work, student outcomes improve. Our TIME4 Teachers program provides our teaching teams with dedicated time every Monday afternoon from 1:50 pm – 3:00 pm to collaborate on their work. This collaboration focuses on the development of exemplary teaching and learning resources, and provides a platform for our teachers to learn from one another’s practices. The primary goal of these sessions is to improve student outcomes, specifically by addressing our school’s differentiation challenge –improving B’s to A’s.

An important phase in the cycle is “Monitor and Review”. This requires teachers to closely monitor their impact on students’ learning regularly throughout the 10 weeks. Teachers collect and share student work samples, reflecting on their priorities, plans, and pedagogy. By analysing performance data, teachers adapt their strategies to meet the needs of all learners. These opportunities allow both teachers and students to provide and receive feedback, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning for students and supporting teachers’ professional growth.