Tags: Anzac Day, Bribie Island, Dawn Service, March
WEDNESDAY
25th APRIL, 2018
BRIBIE ISLAND ANZAC DAY
DAWN & MAIN SERVICES
DAWN SERVICE
Where: BRENNAN PARK, Toorbul Street, Bongaree
Time: 4:28 AM
MARCH ASSEMBLY & START
Where: APEX PARK, Corner Toorbul St & First Avenue, Bongaree
Time: March Assembly at 8:00 AM and starts 8:30 AM
MAIN SERVICE
Where: BRIBIE ISLAND RSL, Korea Place, 99 Toorbul St, Bongaree
Time: 9:00 AM
Tags: Bribie Island Local Newspaper. Blog. Queensland Tourist Destination.
Get all your local news from your local newspaper – The Bribie Islander. Articles on sports, boating, camping, fishing, life, drama, travel destinations, what to see on Bribie Island and what to do, charities, organisations, places, children’s activities, arts and crafts, tourist destinations, heritage parks, technology, science, music, gardening and much more.
Bribie Island, one of Queensland most desired travel destinations.
Tags: Bribie Neighbourhood Centre, volunteers, seniors
We are a community meeting place open to everyone from 9 am – 3 pm, Mon – Thurs. For general enquires, phone us on 3408 8440 or just drop in. We will try to help you find the right services or other answers for your needs. You need to make an appointment for most services.
o HELP NEEDED: Do you have a few hours to spare each week? We are looking for new volunteers who are caring, happy and non-judgmental, and who are able to maintain confidentiality and work respectfully with people attending our services, to work in Reception and in our Information and Referral Service. Great communication skills, telephone and bookings skills particularly appreciated! If this is you, you can make a positive difference in your community by joining our friendly, helpful team. We are holding an Induction training program over three mornings, Tuesday 24th April, Tuesday 1st May and Wednesday 2nd May from 9.15 am – 1pm, with attendance required on all three days. (Due to potential conflict of interest issues, the policy of Bribie Island & District Neighbourhood Centre Assoc Inc is to not offer volunteering positions to current clients of the Emergency Relief program, that is, those who have attended ER within the past twelve months). Please phone us on 3408 8440 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday-Thursday to enquire or to register your interest.
o Free course: Understanding Addictions Course starts Monday 23rd April 5pm – 6.30pm. This three week introductory course is for anyone whose life is affected by addictions – their own or the addictions of their loved ones – all welcome, phone us to book in. Will lead into regular SmartRecovery support group sessions if there is interest. SMART Recovery is a professionally-facilitated self-help group that helps with practical strategies to overcome addictive substances or behaviours and take back control of your life. It will be held every Monday night at 5 pm (except public holidays) from 21st May. All welcome! New people, please phone us to let us know that you are coming, then on the day, just press the intercom buzzer at the front entrance to let us know you are here.
o Free course: Problems with anger? Regulating Your Emotions Course starts Wednesday 18th April and runs for four Wednesdays 4.30 pm-6.00 pm. If anger is affecting your relationships, health and enjoyment of life, this small group, supportive course will equip you with new understandings and skills for creating more harmony within your family, at work and with your friends. Phone in your name and contact details to enroll.
o Are financial worries causing you stress? You do not need to sign up to an expensive budgeting service – if you need to get on top of your finances, our free professional Debt Relief Service can help you to deal with debt, learn about bill paying options and reach your financial goals.
o Our free professional COUNSELLING services can help family members to work out how they want to deal with the challenges of parenting, relationships and other stresses that we all face from time to time.
o Computers for Seniors – free internet access for people aged 50+ years. We provide FREE tuition. Learn to use the internet and set up your email account, then book time to access the internet for free. We will even help you conquer your new phone, iPhone, iPad, lap top, etc!! Access to the computers can be booked by anyone provided we have the vacant spots.
o Our free, friendly Multicultural English Conversation Group led by our lovely, experienced professional ESL teacher meets on MONDAYS from 9.00 am – 12 noon. Join in to practise and improve your English language skills and make new friends in your community.
o Do you need professional legal advice? FREE LEGAL ADVICE CLINICS are held at the Centre once a month, on the third Thursday. We need your full contact details and the type of legal enquiry when you book your appointment. Ring between 9am – 3 pm Mon-Thurs only to book. If the appointment will be too far away, we can offer information on other avenues of assistance within the Moreton Bay area.
o Neighbourhood Harvest: This service, run by volunteers, provides fresh food for people in need. You can attend the Centre on Tuesday mornings (come just after 9am). Food distribution starts around 9.30 am, depending on when the OzHarvest truck comes, and is usually over by 10.30am. Food types and amounts vary from week to week.
o Our BARGAIN BOUTIQUE has loads of good quality, low-priced pre-loved bargains available. Clean, saleable donations always appreciated.
o To find out about all of the services and groups at the Centre, just call in and pick up our latest free newsletter.
The Neighbourhood Centre is funded by the State Government’s Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services.
Our Emergency Relief and Family Relationship Services are funded by the Federal Government’s Department of Department of Social Services.
3/4/18
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If you live in our wonderful area of Bribie Island and surrounding suburbs, then you must think to contact ‘YOUR’ local community newspaper, The Bribie Islander and MINI Islander, with a hero story, the latest news and events, an article you would like to see in one of our publications or just some wildlife pics, we are here for you guys. Keeping it local since 2014. Easy to upload pics and text to our website!
Also if you have visited our wonderful area and would like to share pictures and experiences, then simply upload and done, simple!
Upload your images to our gallery page, when they’re approved they’ll be available to see on the gallery page.
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Tags: Ute on fire, Smoke at Woorim, Bribie Island.
There is a Ute on fire in the car park of the dirt track beach access that leads to the dog beach off Benalong Street. A local resident of Woorim contacted The Bribie Islander and said that she could not see anyone in the ute. Two loud bangs have been heard in the area about 10 minutes apart. At this point, the surrounding bushland has not caught fire.
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Tags: Bribie Island Community News. Bribie Island Clubs.
The Bongaree Bowls Board AGM was well attended. Chairman Barry France presented member Ester Anderson, who has served the club for 20 years in many capacities including coach and providore, with a life members badge.
She joins the ranks of life members with Honey O’Neill and Arthur Hangan (pictured) Patroness day was held on Friday, March 16th, after a friendly game of triples a delicious afternoon tea of sponge cake with strawberries and cream was enjoyed by all.
Club Patroness Elaine Humphris presented the trophies, which she kindly donated, to the winners and runners-up.
Patroness day 2018(left) and Life members bong bowls(right)
Featured Image(top): To mark the founding of Bribie Island Rotary by Caboolture Rotary 30 years the current President (Riana Botha- left) organised a Gala Celebration, attended by the World President of Rotary International (Ian Riseley- right), to present the current members and President of Bribie Rotary (Jeff Eustace ) with an International Achievement Award.
Thank you, thank you, thank you Busy Fingers. Pumistone Passage Probus were desperate for a new laptop for speakers and presentations. Kathy Vincent last years President appealed to Busy Fingers for help. They very kindly gave a generous donation towards the cost. Here, Kevin Cousins, the new President is receiving the cheque with Avril Cook the treasurer. Busy Fingers do a wonderful job on Bribie helping so many clubs and organisations so Thant you again.
Its that time of year again when the new President takes over Kathy Vincent had a great year as President there was so much Fun, Friendship and `Fellowship. The Club is a great place to be with activities every month, walks and coffee mornings, dinner out, club meetings and fishing fun every month. Come and join us on the second Tuesday of the month at Bribie RSL for 9.30 we would love to see you. Here Kevin Cousins takes over the Presidency from Kathy with lots of new ideas for even more fun.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS BRIBIE ISLAND RECOVERY GROUP RECOVERY I.D. MEETING Monday – 7.30pm – Church of Christ Hall. Corner of Fifth Ave and Foley St, Bongaree. The meeting room is behind the church.
BOOK STUDY MEETING Thursday – 7.30pm – Church of Christ Hall. Corner of Fifth Ave and Foley St, Bongaree. The meeting room is behind the church.
WOORIM PROMISES MEETING ON THE BEACH Sunday – 7.30pm – Rotary Park, Woorim Beach. Access Area no.3, North St, Woorim. No dogs permitted on the beach, BYO chair. FOR MORE INFO CONTACT – GLENN 0410 435 867
OPEN I.D. MEETING (previously known as the Banksia Beach Friday Night Meeting) Saturday – I.D. – 7.00pm – Bribie Island Baptist Church. 7 to 9 Cotterill ave, Bongaree, Cnr of Cotterill and Bestman FOR MORE INFO CONTACT – JAIME 0438 622 545
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Tags: Editorial magazine. Newspaper. Editor.
Dear Editor,
Re Tree complaints to Moreton Bay Council Customer complaints – 119,000 in 8 months. My request to remove a dangerous tree took Council 5 years to finally act after much false information given why the tree could not be removed. Of the 4,963 complaints to Council re tree problem, I believe that ratepayers would be interested to know how many of the complaints were resolved; how many trees were removed; how many replacement trees were planted; what species of tree (common name thank you) were most complained about. The article lists 12,632 specific items of complaint. What were the remaining 106,366 complaints about?
Thomas J Mahon, Banksia Beach
Dear Editor,
As most readers will be aware, income tax is charged on all company profits at the company rate before such profits are distributed to shareholders. Consequently, all dividends have already been taxed at the company rate prior to receipt by shareholders. Then, following submission of the shareholder’s annual tax return, a refund or credit is calculated depending on the individual circumstances. This simple and effective system to minimise tax evasion operates in many countries throughout the world. To suggest that shareholders are not entitled to a refund because they have paid no tax is patently untrue since the tax has been previously paid by the company, on the shareholder’s behalf. It is sad that the present leaders of the Labor Party seem either unable or unwilling to grasp this simple fact. In common with many other pensioners, my wife and I hold a small investment in shares to provide part of our retirement income. As a consequence, we shall be adversely affected if the changes to the taxing of dividends, currently proposed by the Labor Party, are adopted. Since my wife’s annual income is below the tax threshold, she is currently entitled to a refund of the tax, which has been paid on her dividend. Consequently, we are appalled that a major political party would seriously argue that she should no longer receive this entitlement. It is somewhat akin to denying a refund of pay-as-you go tax to someone whose annual income later falls below the tax threshold. Some months ago we wrote to the paper regarding changes to the assets test for pensioners, which substantially reduced our part-pension. We are still suffering the effects of that change to the rules upon which we based our retirement planning and could do without any further losses. No doubt other pensioners would agree.
Yours truly, Cliff Fowler, Bellara
Dear Editor,
CHEATS – The latest cricket news is absolutely disgusting. CHEATS at the highest end of our Sporting sides CRICKET Australia needs to show strong punishment of those who have brought the game and Australia under the darkest days in sporting history. Sack Smith, Warner, Bancroft, and Lehmann as a sign of cleansing this CHEATING. How many other times has this cricket team resorted to winning by cheating, I wonder? It is sad that with the money they are being paid that they resort to cheating??????
Farlie, Bribie Island
Dear Editor,
Stop the debacle; I thought I had seen it all, Smith then Warner’s half-hearted apology followed by the attempt by his wife to finish what he had tried to do. Clearly, cheats don’t make good liars or apologists. Between Smith and Warner’s tears whilst offering half-hearted apologies, I believe the current cheating episode has become a debacle. Those involved accept the punishment given and act like men. No doubt they are anticipating the loss of sponsor’s money in addition to Cricket Australia’s meted out punishment. I have no sympathy for them due to the disgrace they have brought upon Australian Cricket. Cheats never prosper and clearly not an example for our children and teenagers.
Farley, Bribie Island
Dear Editor,
I have lived on Bribie Island for over 17 years and have enjoyed the lifestyle and people. Whether that has been via the RSL Bowls clubs or other. I have been a Member of U3A (University of the 3rd Age) both in the role of member and Tutor. Over the past 17 years, I have seen the membership and classes expand to now having a membership in excess of 1700 members and a variety of Classes and Course second to none. Bribie is a place for doing as much or as little as you like, that is sunbathing on the fabulous beaches, playing bowls (indoors and outdoors). Being part of a photographic group or learning something completely new. I can only hope that Moreton Bay Council limits the population and high-rise building increase to maintain what makes Bribie Island such a peaceful place to reside or visit. Bribie simply wonderful one day and what can I say Wonderful the next. I hope that remains the same as we see ongoing pressure to car parking; both on the waterfront areas, Shopping Centre, Library, and other amenities. It would be nice to see restrictions on high-rise and population levels.
Happy Islander Farlie
Dear Editor, School Principals under mounting stress A recent Australian Catholic University report indicates that one in five school principals are overwhelmed by workplace stress, the highest level since the Principal Health and Wellbeing Survey began almost a decade ago. The survey clearly identifies growing concerns about red tape and increasing accountability requirements demanded by government departments, hindering both teaching and learning in the classroom. It should be of great concern to us all when we read about the distress our fantastic teachers and Principals face and something needs to be done. Their job is to educate our next generation, not to be pushed to the point of burnout due to workplace overload. We expect Annastacia Palaszczuk and Labor to stand up for hardworking teachers and Principals and outline what they are going to do to improve this serious situation for our school leaders.
Simone Wilson Shadow Assistant Minister for Education
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Tags: Funny Jokes. Humour.
NEWLYWED COUPLES
Three couples marry and stay at the same hotel for their honeymoons, where they are taken care of by Dave the bellboy. The first man married a nurse. Dave thinks to himself, “Nice, nurses are known to be hot.” The second man married a telephone operator. Dave thinks to himself, “Telephone operators have sexy voices.” The third man married a school teacher. Dave thinks to himself, “Poor guy, teachers are too strict.” The next morning, Dave reports to work and gets a room service call from the nurse’s husband. He sourly says, “Don’t ever marry a nurse.
All I heard last night was ‘You’re not sanitary, you’re not sanitary.’” Then, the telephone operator’s husband calls and sourly says, “Don’t ever marry a telephone operator. All I heard last night was “Your three minutes are up, your three minutes are up.’” Later that afternoon, the teacher’s husband calls and happily says, “When you marry, be sure to marry a school teacher.
All I heard last night was ‘We are going to do this over and over until we get it right!’”
You’ll be fine,” the doctor said after finishing the young woman’s surgery. But, she asked, “How long will it be before I am able to have a normal sex life again doctor?” The surgeon seemed to pause and his face reddened as a small tear ran down his cheek from the corner of his eye. The girl was alarmed. “What’s the matter, doctor? I will be all right, won’t I?”
He replied, “Yes, you’ll be fine. It’s just that no-one has ever asked me that after having their tonsils out.
GIFT CERTIFICATE
On his 75th birthday, a man was given a gift certificate from his wife. The certificate was for consultation with an Indian medicine man living on a nearby reservation who was rumoured to have a simple cure for erectile dysfunction! The husband went to the reservation and saw the medicine man.
The old Indian gave him a potion and with a grip on his shoulder warned, ‘This is a powerful medicine. You take only a teaspoonful, and then say ‘1-2-3.’ When you do, you will become more manly than you have ever been in your life, and you can perform for as long as you want.”
The man thanked the old Indian and as he walked away, he turned and asked, “How do I stop the medicine from working?” “Your partner must say 1-2-3-4,” he responded, “but when she does, the medicine will not work again until the next full moon.” He was very eager to see if it worked so he went home, showered, shaved, took a spoonful of the medicine, and then invited his wife to join him in the bedroom.
When she came in, he took off his clothes and said, “1-2-3!” Immediately, he was the manliest of men. His wife was excited and began throwing off her clothes, and then she asked, “What was the 1-2-3 for?”
And that, boys and girls, is why we should never end our sentences with a preposition because we could end up with a dangling participle.
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Tags: Tourist and travel destinations. Queensland. Australia. Bribie Island
By Sabine Von Graz
Hi there, here is just a quick rehash in case you have missed the first episodes from ‘The Bribie Islander’.
My short stories are all about our family, Richard my hubby, Ginger our daughter and myself, going on a 15 month trip of misadventure in a “big rig” around Australia, on a mission to find the place to call home. Leaving behind the civilisation of Agnes Waters and Kinka Beach, we were once again heading north.
On the Bruce, halfway between Rockhampton and Mackay, lies a tiny sleepy village called Clairview, which is sandwiched between the beach and the railway line. One of its main attractions is ‘BarraCrab’ the caravan park, shop and local pub all in one and that’s it for Clairview ….ah..except for a red phone box!
However it has charm, with its endless planted bougainvilleas in white tyres along the railway line on one side, and the bold turquoise water dotted with Mangrove trees on the other side of the village. Actually, it was quite spectacular when we arrived at BarraCrab and for the first time had a look through the entrance of the pub.
BarraCrab Pub(left) and Sabine’s Dad (80), running at high altitude marathon in Austria(right)
The interior was hardly visible as you were blinded by that UV filled ‘Cobalt Green Turquoise’ water, like someone, turned on a light at the other side of the building. This vista reminded us of the Surf Club at Woorim, when at a certain time of day you are left speechless by the colours.
Our outback vibe emerged and we chose an unpowered site on the vast land, away from the cabins, where we could overlook the amazing repetitive sand formations, and watch the fast high tide come in over the rocks. The spot, on a slight hill, had something wild and rugged about it and we were glad to have our bikes to ride to the amenities block, as it was quite a hike.
Caravan Spot
This, however, did not go unnoticed by the local Magpie, which couldn’t help but swoop along the desperate female rider (me) who was with a full bladder bouncing over rocks or getting bogged in the sand, while trying to get to the loo. After all that excitement, we decided to have our first dinner at the pub, a very versatile facility- being pub and camp kitchen all in one, which meant that you could cook your own meal in the camp kitchen/pub, however NOT drink your own glass of wine to go with it!
No skin off our nose, as we were there to splash out that night, supporting the local and as per instruction ordered our meal a couple of hours earlier. This was to ensure that the one and the only chef could get everyone their food before they passed out. We were in need of an ‘after dinner walk’ when we found a dead snake on the beach, which brought up the topic of how to get my Dad ‘Australia ready’ when he would arrive from Austria.
As ‘Explorer Ginger’ pointed out she saw heaps of deadly cone shells in those Mangroves, which brings us to rule number 1 for my Dad – No picking up shells on the beach or swimming with sharks as they can have a serious nibble. In comparison, the Crocodile will eat most of you (only spits out the dirty bits I was told by the park owner)…
Sand Dunes
No meandering around rocks barefoot, in case there is a stone fish, nor picking up little baby octopus for dinner in rock pools, especially if they produce blue rings! And if he finds a spider or other venomous insects in his tent, then best to collapse the tent to trap them. And not to forget to pack some nylons from his girlfriend to keep him safe from those nasty jellyfish. However, he needs to remember one thing above all!!!!
Mangroves
Don’t run when a snake bites you! One needs to stay calm, study the pattern and observe the colour. If it helps turn it around to see if it has a red belly…if it does…. change tack and run! As short as our 2-night stay was at Clair View, it was a corker and we are planning to come back with my Dad as ‘BarraCrab’ just has ‘the (Australian) vibe’!!!!!
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Tags: Bribie Island events. Community Events. What to do in Brisbane. Travel.
If you would like your events listed on this calendar, please submit via email to [email protected] – on or before the Last Friday of the month.
FIRST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Lion’s Club of Sandstone Point Car Boot Market: 6-11am. Car park Sandstone Point Oval (next to IGA). Cost $10.00 a stall. Bookings: 0435 017 752.
EVERY MONDAY TO FRIDAY- Bribie Butterfly Volunteers Inc.:9am-1pm, Every Mon to Fri. Volunteer your time to help with the running of BribieButterfly House community project. PH: Ray 0409 491 419
EVERY MONDAY JANUARY. BEACHMERE INDOOR BOWLS CLUB. Community Hall, Progress Avenue. 1.15pm-4pm. Cost $4 includes 3 games of bowls & afternoon tea. Ph 0414088358
EVERY MONDAY for 6 weeks from 5th February to 12th March from 1 pm to 3 pm Loss and Grief Support … Suffering from a loss and the grief that that brings? Learn about coping with a “Seasons” Loss and Grief Support Group. Enquirers to Margaret on 5497 6978.
MONDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY – Alcoholics Anonymous meets on Bribie Island three times per week. Monday – I.D. – 7.30pm – Church of Christ hall. Corner of Fifth Ave and Foley st Bongaree. Thursday – 12 steps and 12 traditions – 7.30pm – Church of Christ hall. Corner of Fifth Ave and Foley st Bongaree. Friday – I.D. – 7.30pm – Banksia Lodge. Corner of Sunderland Drv and Solander esp Banksia Beach. Contacts: Jaime 0438 622 545 Steve 0409 560 561
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY – Bribie Island Bicycle User Group (Bribie BUG) offers easy rides 8 am Mondays, 6 am Wednesdays and 8 am Saturdays. Rides leave Information Centre, Benabrow Avenue, Bellara. Contact Robert on 0407 258 569.
EVERY MONDAY – Multicultural English. Every Monday 9am-12pm. 9 Verdoni Street, Bellara. Ph. 3408 8440
EVERY MONDAY – Bribie Island and District Neighbourhood Centre: Mondays 5 pm. Smart Recovery (from addiction/s) Group Mondays 1.15pm. ‘Feel great, Get things done: Me time for Women’
EVERY 4TH MONDAY – Bribie Island National Seniors meets at the Bribie Island RSL Function room 9 a.m. for 9.30 am start fourth Monday of each month excluding February and February Phone Coral 34086152
EVERY 4TH MONDAY – Bribie Island Bush Poets meet on the 4th Monday of each month at 6.30 at the Blue Pacific Hotel, Woorim. Everyone is welcome to come along and present poetry or just listen. Inquiries: Cay 34083219.
FIRST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH – The Probus Club of Bribie Island Inc meets in the RSL’s Anzac Room at 9:15 a.m. May’s guest speaker, Michael Burgess, will give a talk entitled “Arctic and Antarctic” and the next outing is a breakfast presentation on 15 May at the Bribie Island VMR. Visitors welcome. Details – Mark Sunter (34084145) or Ursula Maffey (34100792).
EVERY TUESDAY OF THE MONTH – Girl Guides: Meet every Tuesday. For more information contact Yvette 0413 043 659.
EVERY TUESDAY- Bribie Island Healthy Slimmers Fellowship support group meets Tuesday @ 7:30 am at TOCH, 36 Banya St, Bongaree. All welcome. Phone Dorothy 5497 5552 or Sandra 0427 829 008.
EVERY 1ST & 3RD TUESDAY – Bribie Toastmasters meet on the first and third Tuesday nights at 7.00 in the Bribie RSL club with a warm welcome to anyone who comes to visit.
EVERY 2ND & 4TH TUESDAY – Seniors Social Coffee: Meet at Coffee Club 10 am, Coffee & Chat. Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month.
EVERY TUESDAY & SATURDAY – Pam’s Free Tai Chi And Meditation Group – Meet Solander Esp. Banksia Beach @ 10a.m. Beginners Welcome.
EVERY 4TH WEDNESDAY – Bribie Island Garden Club meetings at the RSL Auditorium 9 am for 9.30 start. Inquiries Lee 3408 6058
EVERY 4TH WEDNESDAY – Bribie Is Over 50’s Travel Club meets 10 am 4th Wed of the month at Bribie Is Bowls Club. All welcome. Call John 34086365.
EVERY WEDNESDAY – Baby Rhyme Time: Every Wednesday, 10 am @ Bribie Library.
EVERY 2ND & 4TH FRIDAY – Pumicestone Ukulele: 4pm – 5.30pm. 2nd & 4th Friday each month. (14th & 28th January) Recreation Hall (U3A building). 156 First Avenue
EVERY 2ND & 4TH FRIDAY – Market Stall.: 9 am – 11 am. Church of Christ hall.Fifth & Foley Street. Pumicestone Ukulele Group. 5 pm – 7 pm. At Uniting Church every 2nd & 4th Friday.
EVERY 2ND SUNDAY – Country Links hold their monthly concert on the second Sunday of each month commencing 12 noon at the Bribie Activity Centre (formally Golden Age) 96-108 Arcadia Ave., Woorim. For further information contact Janice 0403481943.
EVERY 3RD SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH – Train Rides. Melsa Park, Toorbul Street, Bongaree. 10am – 2.30pm. Community Markets. Brennan Park, Bongaree.
DONATE A BOOK APPEAL: Help make a difference to a child with the gift of a book. Place a new book or gold coin donation in the collection box at any Library. MONDAY, 9 APRIL – Bribie Island Bicycle User Group (Bribie BUG) offers easy rides 8 am Mondays, 6 am Wednesdays and 8 am Saturdays. Rides leave Information Centre, Benabrow Avenue, Bellara. Contact Robert on 0407 258 569.
9TH – 13TH APRIL – The award-winning Abbey Museum presents ‘Kids Dig It! Egyptian Family Fun’ week from April 9-13th offering families and children aged between 3 to 13, an affordable, immersive, educational experience based on the wonders of ancient Egypt. For more information contact: Caroline Morrissey: (07) 5495 1652
SATURDAY 14 APRIL – JUMBLE SALE – 8 am to 12noon at Beachmere Uniting Church, Cnr Moreton Tce, and Second Ave. Cakes, jams, pickles, plants, books, clothing, manchester, furniture, electrical goods, CDs, DVDs, videos, records, tapes, craftwork, brica- brac and much more. Morning Teas. 5496 8371.
MONDAY 23 APRIL 2018 – Bribie Island National Seniors meets at the Bribie Island RSL Function room 9 a.m. for 9.30 am start. Phone Coral 3408 6152.
THURSDAY, 3 MAY 2018 – Marine Expo Bribie Island 2018 Internal PlanningMeeting. Volunteer Marine Rescue, Marine Parade (off Sylvan Beach Esplanade) Bellara. 10:00am – 12:00pm. Contact Graham Gibb, Emergency Services Liaison, Marine Rescue Bribie Island on 0409 668 755.
TUESDAY, 15 MAY 2018 – The Probus Club of Bribie Island Inc next outing is a breakfast presentation at the Bribie Island VMR. Visitors welcome. Details – Mark Sunter 3408 4145 or Ursula Maffey 3410 0792.
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Tags: Zodiac Forecast. Astrologist. Zodiac Signs. Oscar Cainer
Oscar Cainer – Astrologist
Under the cover of May’s New Moon, stormy, revolutionary Uranus will move from fiery Aries into earthy Taurus for the first since 1935. Upon arrival it links with Mars, newly in Aquarius, forming a ‘minor T-Square’ that focuses on dreamy Neptune. While that doesn’t necessarily presuppose a rude awakening, it makes a bolt from the blue highly likely. This looks likely to be one of 2018’s key astrological challenges. The fusion of Mercury’s involvement will inspire the vision to drive forward with positive progress.
ARIES (March 21 – April 20) As Uranus leaves Aries in May, the upheaval in your life will begin to ease. Of course, ease isn’t the same as the end! And at first, it might be difficult to reconcile the difference this makes to your life. If all you’ve known for a while is the stop-start motion of a bus ride, it might be unnerving to experience the smoothness of a cruise down the motorway. There will still be moments of disruption and inspiration that have the potential to change your direction, but they’re likely to come to assist you, as you redefine your goals and your dreams.
TAURUS (April 21 – May 21) As revolutionary Uranus enters Taurus during a New Moon in your sign, you can surpass expectations and confound even your own misgivings. You’re awakening from a state of unconsciousness, with a hidden power you barely knew existed. It will help you to manifest many of the things you’ve long wanted but struggled to obtain. That doesn’t mean that there won’t be some opposition to your plans. But each step forward will bring more progress than much of your previous journeying. This month, it’s time to put your best foot forward. May is a powerful month for you.
GEMINI (May 22 – June 22) An ethereal side of you awakens this month, which might lead you to question your level of involvement in institutions that you’ve previously regarded as sacrosanct. This will make space for a new, improved version of yourself. A faster, sleeker, more efficient Gemini is in beta mode and will soon be ready for download! Of course, none of this comes without hard work… and as anyone who’s upgraded their operating system knows, it’s rarely a straightforward process. But as we move towards your birthday, a gremlin or two will be easy to deal with. In May, the power of the planets can change your life.
CANCER (June 23 – July 23) Uranus, the planet of change and progress, turns its focus from your ambitions and your reputation and concentrates on your alliances and your motivation. You may find that your social circle is disrupted. But rather than being a breakdown in your support networks, it signals the dawning of new understanding about what you stand for. With Jupiter making a supportive link to Neptune, and Venus entering your sign, you’ll possess the creativity and the emotional sensitivity to turn even the humblest chances into opportunities. May brings great potential for change.
LEO (July 24 – August 23) Uranus’ change of signs signals a potential breakthrough that will widen the scope of your ambition. It suggests the emergence of an idea that will reveal your real potential. Taking place at the New Moon, it indicates that you’re ready to turn something that’s been difficult into a part of your past. Mars moving opposite your sign suggests that you’ll find the courage you need to deal with any challenges. With an inspiring outlook, you’ll have a spring in your step and feel motivated and inspired by the strength at your disposal. Four minutes on the phone can make May special.
VIRGO (August 24 – September 23) As Uranus arrives in a new sign it awakens forces in you that have been hibernating. We often feel as if we’re stabbing in the dark when we’re looking for clarity and purpose. It’s as if we manage to establish a rhythm, then someone (or something) forces us to re-evaluate. The month ahead contains plenty of surprises. But these change from stormy squalls to fair winds that will fill your sails. New understandings will be fostered which develop into positive new ideas. You can translate these into real-world successes. Inspiring times await you in May.
LIBRA (September 24 – October 23) As Uranus changes signs this month, much of what you’ve experienced as contrariness starts to make sense. Of course, some people will always be impetuous. But you’re realising that a degree of unorthodoxy in your nearest and dearest livens things up. You’ll find ways to combine your talents to deal with shared challenges. Your creativity and enthusiasm are highly valued. This month, don’t sell yourself short, or question the value of all that you bring to the table… especially when success is so close to becoming a reality. Be ready for the magic on offer to you in May.
SCORPIO (October 24 – November 22) As Uranus moves opposite your sign in May, what starts as a brilliant firework display will continue to light your way forward. Neptune’s encouraging link to Jupiter indicates that the fire will stay under control and reveal the true potential in a situation that has felt impossible to move on from. As Mars forms a creative angle with Uranus and Neptune, it brings opportunities for success. The faith you have in yourself, and in a key partner, will enable you to take important steps towards the fulfilment of a long-held goal. May brings a rare cosmic opportunity for change.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23 – December 21) The winds of change are blowing in your direction this month, bringing a revolution that you’ve been waiting for. If you feel more inclined to take shelter rather than put up your sail it’s because you’ve been waiting for so long that you’ve almost run out of faith. There’s been a lull in your creative energy which has weakened your resolve. But with your ruler Jupiter making a wonderfully supportive link to inspiring Neptune, and the Full Moon in your sign, it’s time to set up the biggest sail you can muster and set forth on an adventure. Don’t miss your inspiring in-depth forecast for May.
CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 20) There are eight Star Wars films in the official storyline, as well as a few spin-offs. But I’m still looking forward to all the future episodes. I suppose that one day, probably far into the future, they’ll finally decide that they’ve made the definitive film and the series will end. Somewhere in your life, it’s time to stop reinventing the wheel and create something new instead. As Uranus moves into a new home this month it brings a creative breakthrough. So, even when Mars causes a desire for stability, make sure that you embrace change. Your in-depth forecast for May is ready.
AQUARIUS (January 21 – February 19) Uranus, whose change of signs is the highlight of the month, is your modern ruler. But with your traditional ruler, Saturn, placed in Capricorn, you may find that a desire to fit in is giving you less freedom to express your individuality. You just need to alter your approach, then you can lay the building blocks for great success. Mars’ move into Aquarius will encourage you to look differently at what you have, and see the potential to foster change. Be uniquely you this month, and you’ll experience exceptional new perspective. Discover why May has so many opportunities.
PISCES (February 20 – March 20) This month Uranus begins a sojourn that will last for several years in the sector of the sky that governs your ideas, inventions and innovations. With both your rulers also forming a trine configuration, you’re about to start feeling as if you’re really making great progress. You’re beginning a phase which brings the chance to overcome obstacles, reach out to new people and alter habits that have built up over a lifetime. If you’ve been thinking about a plan or a possibility… or even if suddenly, this month, you come up with one… run with it! There is inspiring news in your in-depth May forecast.
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Tags: Photography. Club. Bribie Island. Queensland.
It was a clean winning sweep by the male members of the club at the last meeting. The theme for the month was “Looking Down” and was won by John Cupper with his amazing picture of a Blue-tongued Lizard titled “Deep Throat”.
Featured Image(above): John Cupper, Deep Throat
John also won the colour projected Image with a very clever photo “Through the Lens” which was also voted Photo of the Month and received a mark of 10/10. Another 10/10 and 1st place was awarded to Gordon Bentzen for his black and white shot of ladies in period costume “Ladies of the 1930s”.
Roger Bawden was another first place getter with 10/10 with his shot of a potter working with clay “Potter”. Richard Speer’s “Windswept” was also a winner. Richard also received a mark of 10/10. There were some very good photos entered in our new novice section which were critiqued by visiting judge Stan Bowles who was impressed with the high standard of our novices.
Richard Spear, Windswept
Stan Bowles gave us a lengthy, informative and entertaining critique on each of the image entries. Supper and discussion followed the meeting. A location shoot was held on Sunday 18th March at Oxley Place, Sandstone Point. The theme for this shoot was outdoor Portraits by natural light. Our plan was to demonstrate the control of lighting a”model” by use of reflectors and diffusers.
The light on Sunday morning was very flat due to the heavy cloud cover which limited the range of control. Four of our members persisted with some pleasing results and a desire to learn more about this in the future.
The Bribie Island Photography Club meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 pm in the boardroom at the back of the Arts Centre on Sunderland Drive. New members are always welcome.
Gordon Bentzen, Ladies of the 1930s
Roger Bawden, Potter(left) and John Cupper, Through the Lens(right)
The first two meetings are free. If you wish to come along ring Gordon on 3408 2649 or Gail at 3408 9850 or just turn up on the night.
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Tags: Bribie Island Fishing. Fishing Boating and Camping. Fishing Spots. Moreton Bay. Tide Times. Queensland. Brisbane
(The photo above Elly, Richard, Dusky and Alfie Whetlor)
I had the pleasure of going out with our fishing reporter Vin Donovan at the weekend and the kids were super excited as they have been wanting to go fishing for ages. So we head off into the passage and throw the anchor out and start to bait up the rods.
I dropped in mine and within a few minutes literally, BAM, I’m on already!! A nice dusky flathead of good size I think it was about 65 cm roughly and that was the first one I’ve ever caught!!
Vin kindly filleted the fish for me and was cooked the next evening in spices with a vegetable stir-fry and I can say that the Flathead was tastiest, smooth textured fish I have ever eaten.
We also caught a school mackerel and a few moses perch and a few snappers in the space of a couple of hours, so it was good fun and the kids loved it and so did I. Can’t wait to go out again with the master and who says there are no fish in the passage ?? !!
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