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Celebrating Aunty Flo

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Footprints on the sands of time are not made by sitting down and Aunty Flo surely must have sore feet by now!

Aunty Flo Watson OAM was recently recognised for her work in Reconciliation by Narelle Dawson and the team at Bribie Island Community Kindy. On the 31st of May 2021, several community members including Moreton Bay Regional Councillor Brooke Savige, attended Bribie Island Community Kindy and surprised Aunty Flo by recognising her with a special plaque and morning tea. All of the staff and children at Bribie Kindy welcomed Aunty Flo and guests with an Acknowledgement of Country.

Aunty Flo was recognised by Bribie Island Community Kindy due to her continued work in Reconciliation and many other areas. Aunty Flo is the interim Chairperson of the Pumicestone Indigenous Education & Employment Council where she attends weekly outreach sessions at the Bribie Island Skatepark to connect and mentor families and young people. Aunty Flo has also led NAIDOC Celebrations at the Bribie Island skatepark in 2020 and at the ANZAC Commemorations 2021 that recognised Indigenous veterans (hosted by the Maritime Safety Military Cadets Bribie Island). Aunty Flo volunteers her time and cultural knowledge too many areas including U3A Bribie Island, Banksia Beach State School 2021 and as the Chairperson of Teralba Park Stolen Generations Support Group Inc.

SO WHO IS AUNTY FLO?

Aunty Flo to many, is an Elder, traditional owner and proud descendant of the Ghunghanghi People of Yarrabah, North Queensland. She also has a traditional affiliation with both the Kuku-yelangi people of Laura/Maytown, Palmer River area which is west of Cooktown and the Gurambilbarra Wulgurukaba people of Magnetic Island and Townsville. Aunty Flo grew up in the Yarrabah Aboriginal Community, which was established under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Protection Act 1897. Unfortunately she was removed under The Act and was separated from her family and sent to foster homes and then to boarding school in Charters Towers under duress. She was then subsequently sent to Brisbane in the early ’70s to attend teacher’s college.

In 1975 Aunty Flo commenced work in the Australian Public Service and worked throughout Australia in many different roles before going out on her own to start her consultancy business. During this time, she became an original and founding member of Reconciliation Qld Inc. appointed to various Boards and is active across many community organisations. Aunty Flo is a founding member of the Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts (ACPA) and has since been appointed by the Qld Premier as ACPA’s first Patron, a position she currently holds.

On top of that she is the Chair of the Teralba Park Stolen Generations Support Group Inc., in Brisbane. With this group she works with the Brisbane community in the areas of storytelling at schools, acknowledgement/welcome to country for many events including reconciliation/ NAIDOC events for the Australian Defence Force (Army) and others, hosting and organising refugees from the Romero Centre to be welcomed by Indigenous Elders and community members into the Australian community. She has also set up Elders groups throughout Qld to be viable businesses in particular the Yarrabah Elders Group Inc. and she is involved with many of these groups today.

Aunty Flo reviewed and evaluated The Commonwealth Games Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). She has been a part of many RAPs throughout Australia, both providing information, evaluations, reviews and training in cultural perspectives. In 2015 Aunty Flo received an OAM- Order of Australia medal for her service to the Indigenous communities of Queensland and continues to work hard in the communities across Queensland with many government and non-government organisations helping to bring change and improving the lives of many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This beautiful lady is an absolute asset to our district and seems to fly under the radar with her accomplishments. Aunty Flo a very soft spoken, unpretentious and sincere woman with an air of grace surrounding her. I may add she also has a fabulous sense of humour and a genuine warmth radiates from her when you are in her presence.

Our community is very lucky to have and know Aunty Flo and she is very well deserving of recognition on Bribie Island and in the wider community.

Talking Business

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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As a business mentor and strategist, I’m thrilled to be writing my first piece for the Bribie Islander Magazine – our local publication that connects the community. Sharing knowledge, ideas, and tips is something I love to do, as I truly believe that collaboration over competition is the key to creating and maximising opportunities for business growth.

If you are working for yourself, it’s easy to become swamped working ‘in’ your business. There is often little time to look at things from a more strategic perspective. So you do what you have to do each day to stay afloat, meet deadlines and provide services.

Working ‘on’ your business is often something that gets pushed to the bottom of the pile. A luxury you may feel you do not have time for. Yet, it is essential to be able to raise your head and look at the bigger picture. To be strategic.

I am currently co-authoring a book on the global perspective of 25 years of breast cancer survivors paddling in dragon boats. The approach has needed to be highly strategic to ensure the true essence and critical points are captured. Without a strategic plan for this book that includes content, reviewers, launch, and a promotional campaign, our words would not reach the target audience.

It also requires sensitivity as we write the remembrance section. Death is something that not everyone is comfortable with, yet there is always the inevitable loss when you are around cancer. Writing the book, combined with my father passing away in January this year, at the ripe old age of 92 – he had a good inning and lived a full life – has made me look more closely at the aspects involving death and dying.

The start of our lives is celebrated with birth milestones parents usually organise the first few birthdays, and as we grow older, we become more involved in planning. We decide if we want a party. What kind? Themed? And so, on the questions go.

When it comes to the end of life, not as many of us are proactively involved in the decision making. Taking steps to gather the knowledge we need is to be empowered. When we are informed, we are confident that we are making the right decisions for ourselves.

A few years back, I had the honour of being a guest speaker at a conference in Winnipeg, Canada, where I heard this poem for the first time.

Putting time and thought into how we go about achieving both business and personal desires is equally vital because these relate to how we choose to spend our ‘dash’. Life is a pathway of steppingstones. Looking from a helicopter, strategic perspective, the path is more evident than from on the ground. We can choose to wander along without clarity or take the time to look from on high. Plan out, plant and nurture the seeds that we are consciously choosing to line our path.

Strategic planning means identifying what is suitable for YOU. The gardens we plant and the paths we choose to follow will each be different, yet there are commonalities. Our success and growth will depend on the amount of nurturing we give them. The correct fertilisers applied at the right time.

Lack of a plan is the number one reason many businesses struggle. Without a clear map of where you are going and how to get there, it can be an enormous struggle. The problem is usually not a lack of ideas but a lack of focus. When you are too busy working in the day-today, there is no time to concentrate. Working on your businesses is as important, if not more so, than working in your business.

Want to create and maximise opportunities but feel confused and overwhelmed? Reach out, and let’s chat. [email protected] 0418 898 082

Bush Dancing comes to Bribie Island

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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The Celtic Minstrels are a fun band of musicians who play Irish, Scottish, American, Australian music and are locally based, with some members on the island and some at Burpengary and elsewhere locally.

The Minstrels are regulars at The Jetty in Bongaree and love to play sets of tunes, with musical friends from around the district joining them at times.

They have started to teach Bush Dancing for Fun in the Bribie U3A classes and are having so much fun playing for the dancing that they hope to continue throughout the year in any venue that could host a Bush Dance. Two of the band, Mike and Beth, have been involved with playing for bush dancing for almost 30 years in Tasmania, where it’s cold enough to warrant a lot of leaping around in the evenings. Ted and Sarah have played for bush dances in Queensland, but are enjoying the challenge now of playing for several hours, with 7 or 8 dances being on the programme.

There is a caller, who teaches the dance which may be in longways sets, circles, square sets, progressive, and could be in jig time, polka time, reel time, march time and quite often, waltz time.

The caller will continue to assist once the music starts but the music itself tells the dancers when to come in, go out, spin, change partners, or progress onwards.

The Minstrels are pleased to have been included in the U3A classes, as it’s a first for Bribie to have bush dances such as Waves of Bribie, Strip the Willow, the OXO reel, Haymakers Jig, Troika, so if you would like to join the class which returns to the Term 2 programme on August 12th, please contact U3A office and the friendly staff will give you all the information you need.

O.W.N.

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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Older Women Find Their Niche in OWN Older Women’s Network (OWN) a nonpolitical, non-religious organisation has been providing older women with mutual support through the development of friendships while promoting health and personal development over the past 25 years.

Here on Bribie Island, we are a relatively new but very active branch which meets twice a month. Last month we celebrated our second birthday. Over those two years, we have grown to a membership of 63 ladies.

Branch meetings are held at the RSL (upstairs in the ANZAC Room) on the third Thursday of each month (February – December) from 10 am to 12 noon. Guest speakers are invited to speak on a variety of topics of interest to the group. Alternatively, the ladies participate in fun activities or games to keep our brains active. After the meetings, our ladies can be found on the deck at Social Cafe enjoying a chat over a light lunch. On the first Thursday of each month, we meet for a social event. An attempt is made to support local businesses but as we grow we will start to venture further afield for some future events. In recent months we have dined at Charlie’s Restaurant at the Bribie Island Hotel (wearing our Easter Hat creations); enjoyed a coffee morning at Cafe 191 followed by a bushwalk from the Art Centre; celebrated our birthday in the undercover area at Sunset Pier Cafe and participated in a fun morning of barefoot bowls at the Bongaree Bowls Club.

If you are looking for companionship or opportunities to participate in new experiences with women at a similar stage of life then OWN can fill that niche. Should you be interested in joining our group come along to a meeting or social. You will be most welcome.

Contact Betty 0409 470 100, Jeannine 0439 149 020 or Leonie 0467 686 900 for further information.

William Barton and the QSO

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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Bribie Island State School has recently registered with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra Connect Program (QSO). This program provides an opportunity for schools to engage in visiting artist programs, masterclasses and instrument demonstrations. Bribie Island State School have been invited to send students into Brisbane to experience the rehearsal of a new work composed for William Barton and supported by the QSO. This is an open rehearsal for limited numbers of invited guests and we are proud to have been selected to attend this event. Organising teacher Mr Henson said, “On 24 June 2021, we will be taking a limited number of students to sit in on an open rehearsal of William Barton and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra at the QSO Studio in the ABC Building, South Bank. This excursion supports Indigenous Cultural experiences, NAIDOC week, and is part of our instrumental music program.

“Mr Henson went on to say,” The activity aims to allow our students to see world renowned didgeridoo player, William Barton rehearsing his new composition with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra at South Bank. Students will experience the atmosphere and sounds of quality instrumentalists supporting one of our First Nations virtuoso up close and personal”.

The format of the rehearsal will be for the conductor to rehearse the piece and also speak with the audience. Our students may get the opportunity to interact with William after the rehearsal. Due to the generosity of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Bribie Island Bus Lines, this excursion is free of any cost to our students and we are thankful to the sponsors of this event for their support of our students. Information on William Barton can be found on the following web address: https://www.williambarton. com.au › about-william-barton

Corporal Collapse

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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In general, my health is fine except for a few chronic ailments that I have learnt to live with. This year, in particular, has been an exceptionally good one, owing no doubt, to all that hand-washing and mask-wearing and lock-downs. No flu or cold bugs have dared to come near me. That is, until my mini holiday, see last fortnight’s Packing article when the gods decided to wreak vengeance upon me for enjoying myself far too much for their liking.

Initially, I had no one to blame but myself. Vanity, vanity, all is vanity. I decided that not only would I have my hair cut and re-styled but gave permission for my eyebrows and eyelashes to be tinted. The eyebrows were a complete disaster but due to advice from a friend, were rescued and some semblance of matching my hair achieved. I was quite pleased with my eyelashes; you could actually see that had some. I remember a friend of my Mother’s declaring that in my youth I had “eyelashes with which to sweep the gravel path”, whatever that might mean. In the 1960’s I would apply false eyelashes. In those days my hands were steady, nowadays the simple application of mascara is fraught with peril. All appeared well to begin with but over the next few days, my right eyelid began to feel increasingly uncomfortable until it was obvious that some kind of infection was making itself apparent. Yes, a dreaded stye was beginning to close my eye and spoil my incomparable beauty. I tried some simple solution such as applying hot compresses but to no avail. Eventually, I decided to throw myself on the mercies of my lovely doctor as I had acquired other complaints besides the eye infection. For several weeks I had felt a pain in my shoulder which I kept saying to myself that would cure itself in the fullness of time. It did not. It was becoming impossible to lift my right arm and even removing a sweater was becoming a painful exercise. Furthermore, I had what I had self-diagnosed as a wart on my leg but it had not responded to any wart treatment, even those home remedies such as pineapple, aspirin, vinegar and the weirdest of the lot, burying a small piece of steak at midnight, muttering incantations and letting it rot. The wart is supposed to drop off when this has been accomplished. But no, nothing seemed to work, my doctor said he doubted that it was a wart in the first place and recommended I should visit the skin clinic on the Island, which any sensible person would have done in the first place.

Like the poet John Donne in his Hymn to God, the Father, “When thou hast done, thou hast not done, for I have more”. I was visiting his surgery with a shopping list! Every doctor’s nightmare! I still had the peeling palms of my hands to show him. Some form of contact dermatitis. In this case, I have solved the problem myself by the simple expedient of purchasing and wearing cotton gloves when driving Ferrari.

Even my trusty steed was coming out in sympathy with all my multitudinous ailments. I had noticed a distinct loss of power and speed whilst driving him and began to worry if he too was failing, so I took him to the scooter shop on the Island where the technician listened to his heart and pronounced that he needed a transplant. His batteries were failing! I have ordered new batteries and reassured him he will soon be speeding along like a teenager again and all his little lights will be glowing with enthusiasm indicating full power.

As for myself, the news was not quite so cheery. After an ultra-sound and X-ray on my shoulder, the results were sent to my Lovely Doctor so he could fire his guided missile with steroid warhead into exactly the right spot. It seems to have landed with unerring accuracy as the arm is already behaving itself, the pain dissipating with pleasing rapidity enabling me to type and regale you with my woes. The “wart” was not quite so simply solved; this I was told, needed to be excised since it was a dreaded skin cancer. Not happy, Jan! But again it had to be done, although perhaps without my surgeon assuring me I would be fine as I was “so brave”. Who wants to be told that courage would be needed? I was even more alarmed as she drew an enormous zig-zag line both above and below the offending “damned spot”. I watched as she carved a large piece of flesh from my leg. I always supervise medical procedures, telling her to make sure she got it all as I was not returning for her to have a second go! To be fair, the operation was far less painful than I had anticipated and I must afford her full marks both for her skill with the anaesthetic needle and scalpel. Her embroidery left just a little to be desired but on the whole, congratulations were in order. Now all I have to do is wait for it to heal so I can, once again, indulge in a proper shower. I have little fear of infection as the antibiotic for my stye can only help my leg. Two for the price of one!

Ah, yes. The moral of the story. Beware of enjoying yourself too much, the gods will become jealous and inflict their own form of punishment.

Rainbow Care

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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“RAINBOW CARE, THE EXPERIENCE THAT BRINGS COLOUR TO HOME SERVICES GREY SKIES”

Rainbow Care Home Services was established in late 2020 by Christine and Marli, partners in life and now in business with over 30 years of experience in the community services sector between them. They strive for purpose and meaning in their working life and they believe they achieve this best when they feel they are having an impact and making a difference in people’s lives. Rainbow Care was founded after noticing there was a gap in the market, a need to provide a truly inclusive service where no two people are the same so no experience of our service will ever be the same. “People’s access to both aged care and the NDIS should include them living their best lives.”

Life is all about choice and control. Here at Rainbow Care, we aim to support every client to live the best life they can, the way they want, with who they want. We provide this support through NDIS registered support coordination and plan management, case management of Home Care Packages and an amazing team of Rainbow workers whom we guarantee will always be a rainbow friendly face at every interaction.

Christine said, “We approach our work with a friendly and human-rights based focus on embracing people’s identity and strengths. We believe people have the right not just to live an authentic life but to have the services that support them to embrace and celebrate their identities and the beautiful diversity that brings to the world.

OUR AGED CARE SERVICES:
• Home Care Packages
• Rainbow Workers
• Support accessing navigating the My Aged Care System

OUR NDIS SERVICES:
• Plan Management
• Support Coordination
• Rainbow Workers
• Support accessing and navigating your NDIS journey. Rainbow Care offers services like assisting with tasks around the home.

Marli said “Rainbow Care’s clients decide themselves the level of assistance required and how it’s delivered. Some people might need our workers to prepare a meal of their choice for them. Others will just need help peeling and chopping the vegetables. Everyone is different so we never do ‘One size fits all’. We are about tailored services to fit the needs and desires of individuals.”

Christine said Rainbow Care offers a range of home care services.

“In addition to domestic assistance, we offer personal care, medication prompting, help with shopping and appointments and social support. Social support is critical to people’s general health and well-being. Help with personal projects, day trips to get out and about or even just a friendly cuppa at home. We can also provide emergency respite, telechecks and even yard maintenance and gardening.

“Once again, we don’t just take over because there are often elements of looking after their garden that clients are able to do for themselves and enjoy.” Our mission is to provide and promote inclusive access to home care services with a friendly and human rightsbased approach focusing on embracing people’s identity, strengths, and desire to remain living an independent and meaningful lifestyle.

Accessing our service at any entry starts with a chat. If you are unsure give us a call and we will talk you through it. If you would like to learn more about Rainbow Care or would like to discuss our services and how we might be able to help you live the best life you can contact our friendly team on 0481 563 887 or email info@rainbowcarehomeservices. com.au

“No two people are the same, so no experience of our service is the same”

Spoil Yourself with an in-home Spa treatment

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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ONE OF THE BEST PARTS ABOUT ANY SPA TREATMENT IS FEEDING YOUR SENSES WITH SOOTHING AROMAS. WHETHER YOU PREFER CANDLES, INCENSE, OR HEATED OILS, SET THE SCENE FOR SOME RELAXING “ME TIME”. SOME SOFT BACKGROUND MUSIC AND YOU ARE ALL SET.

Rejuvenating Body Scrub
Regular exfoliation is important for removing dead cells which can accumulate on the skin’s surface, leading to dull and dry skin. For a nourishing body scrub, mix together some brown sugar and olive oil, using roughly double the amount of brown sugar as oil. You can also add in some manuka honey, which is beneficial for both dry and acne-prone skin types, and some lemon or orange essential oil for an uplifting scent. Use the scrub in the shower, rubbing in circular motions over the body and paying attention to rough spots such as the elbows.

Refreshing Foot Mask
Our feet are often neglected, but they deserve a treat from time to time, particularly after a long run or training session. For an invigorating treat for your feet, mix together equal quantities of oatmeal, corn meal, sea salt and olive oil. Add a few tbsps of aloe Vera gel to get a mask-like consistency then add a few drops of refreshing peppermint oil. Apply to feet and massage in. Leave for a few minutes then wash off

Steam Facial
Steaming your face is a good way to cleanse your pores, helping to promote clear and glowing skin.

For a steam treatment at home, fill a bowl with boiled water and leave to cool slightly so that it is not hot enough to burn your skin. Add a couple of drops of essential oils, such as tea tree oil for acne-prone skin, lavender oil for oily skin or rose absolute oil for dry skin. Steam your face for a few minutes by leaning over the bowl with a towel covering your head to trap the steam. You can follow a steam treatment with a purifying clay mask or simply some toner and moisturiser.

Softening Hand Treatment
For a softening treat for your hands, try using a moisturizing scrub made from 1tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp. sugar and a teaspoon of almond or grapeseed oil. Scoop some of the mixture on to your hands then massage in circular motions all over. After a few minutes, rinse of the mixture with warm water until most of the oil has been washed off, then pat dry. Finish with a moisturizing hand cream or lotion.

Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment
You don’t need to splash out to get perfect lustrous, shiny locks. For a natural conditioning treatment, try mashing up an avocado and applying directly to your hair for a shot of moisture and nourishment. Alternatively, for a protein-rich treatment, apply a beaten egg to hair, leave for 10 minutes and then rinse off with cool water.

Aromatherapy Shower
While baths are perfect for relaxing, if you don’t have access to one or aren’t much of a bath person, you can still create a spa-like experience for your shower. Choose a relaxing essential oil such as lavender or an uplifting oil such as orange blossom and add a few drops to a damp flannel or sponge. Place this on the floor in front of you as you shower to allow the steam to release the scents.

Skin Brightener
Papaya and pineapple are great natural exfoliators and skin brighteners due to the alpha hydroxyl acids they contain. To tighten and brighten your skin, blend some papaya with yogurt and honey and apply as a face mask. Leave on for 10 minutes then rinse off. Alternatively, pour some pineapple juice into ice trays and leave in your freezer overnight. Once frozen, pass the pineapple ice cubes over your skin and leave for five minutes before rinsing.

Soothing Eye Treatment
If you have puffy, dry or irritated eyes, try a homemade remedy to soothe and refresh. Cool chamomile tea bags and cucumber are good traditional remedies to cool and soothe the eye area, while cool potato slices are also good for puffy eyes. Light some candles, put on some relaxing music and lie back with the tea bags, cucumber or potato slices covering your eyes for 10 minutes for a soothing and relaxing treat.

Purifying Facial
For the ultimate at-home facial, begin by cleansing and lightly exfoliating your skin using oatmeal and water. Follow this up with a soothing, moisturizing or cleansing mask made by natural ingredients such as yoghurt, avocado, strawberries or honey. Finally, pamper yourself with a DIY facial massage using a natural oil such as jojoba, grapeseed or almond oil. Apply the oil to your hands then massage your face using gentle upward circular motions. This will help to nourish the skin and boost circulation, giving a vibrant and soft complexion.

The Bribie Islander Gloss Magazine June 18 2021 Issue 142

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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Issue 142 OUT NOW. Get all your community news and information. Bribie Islands only community gloss magazine NOW EVERY TWO WEEKS! – Articles on boating, camping, fishing, life, drama, travel destinations, sports and what to see and do on Bribie Island. Covering charities, organisations, places, children’s activities, arts and crafts, tourist destinations, heritage parks, technology, science, music, gardening, and much more.

Download latest digital edition here.

Potato and Lekk Soup

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60ml (1/4 cup) olive oil
1 brown onion, halved, chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
4 medium (about 700g) desiree potatoes, or pontiac potatoes, peeled, cut into 2cm cubes
2 leeks, pale section only, washed, dried, thinly sliced
1.25L (5 cups) Massel vegetable liquid stock
125ml (1/2 cup) thickened cream
3 thick slices day-old white bread, crusts removed, cut into 2cm cubes
Olive oil, extra for croutons and to serve
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives

IN A LARGE SAUCEPAN OVER MEDIUM-HIGH HEAT. ADD THE ONION AND GARLIC AND COOK, STIRRING, FOR 3 MINUTES OR UNTIL THE ONION SOFTENS.

ADD THE POTATO AND LEEK AND COOK, STIRRING, FOR 5 MINUTES OR UNTIL LEEK SOFTENS.

STEP 2 – Add the stock and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium and gently boil, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until potato is soft. Remove from heat and set aside for 10 minutes to cool.

STEP 3 – Meanwhile, preheat oven to 200C or 180C fan-forced. Place bread in a roasting pan. Drizzle with remaining oil and toss until bread is evenly coated. Toast in preheated oven, shaking pan occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until crisp. Remove croutons from oven and set aside.

STEP 4 – Transfer one-third of the potato mixture to the jug of a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a clean saucepan. Repeat in 2 more batches with the remaining potato mixture. Alternatively, use a stick blender to blend in the saucepan.

STEP 5 – Place the soup over medium heat. Add the cream and stir to combine. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until hot. Taste and season with salt.

STEP 6 – Ladle the soup among serving bowls. Top with croutons, chives, a drizzle of olive oil and serve immediately

Fishing Report – June 4, 2021

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The Editor Cherrie Wilson
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Hi there everyone, I hope you have had a chance to wet a line. We have had less than favourable conditions for a while now with rain and a week of strong southerly winds. Despite all that, there’s still been a few keen anglers getting some decent fish. The cockle banks have been producing some nice Winter Whiting, anglers have been easily bagging out on them. Using a small piece of bloodworm, peeled prawn or squid on a long-shank no4 hook will definitely see you catch a few. The open beaches have been a bit quiet, but there’s the odd Spotted Mackerel still around with a few nice fish taken from the beach.

The one pictured was caught on a 110cm slim twitcher an excellent lure to cast from the beach. You will catch several species on it and with Tailor starting to show up, I would suggest using it. There’s been an increase in Blue Swimmer Crabs moving into the passage with some really nice bucks that have been caught. Remember to keep an eye on your pots, there are reports of crab pot thieves that have also been coming in. Quite a few Mulloway are turning up around the Bongaree Jetty and in deeper holes in and around the Bribie Bridge. The Zman soft plastics 3 to 5 inch, either a paddle tail or curly tail seem to be very successful here, otherwise, live baits are another excellent option. You can catch these, days or nights, tide is important, an hour either side top or bottom of the tide is prime time for these.

Also around the bridge, there has been a mixed bag of Mackerel, Tusk fish and some big Moses Perch with a few Painted Sweetlip. Fresh live herring have been choice bait, try to use as light a sinker as possible depending on the current as you will catch way more fish this way. With winter almost upon us, we should have some really nice days and light westerly winds. It will give you a chance to head over to the open beaches and target a few nice Golden Trevally like the one pictured that Dan caught up the northern end of the island, it weighed in at 8.7kg, a very nice fish. Anyway, that’s all for now, relax and wet a line, till next time

MELSA PARK TRAIN RIDES ARE STEAMING AHEAD!!!

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Thanks to the Bribie Island community and businesses (all of which I will be doing a big shout out to after the opening day,) have come together to make this day happen.

There has been a huge amount of work done, the park and amenities have been cleaned and restored and is better than ever.

We would love to have your support on the day, young or old, you are sure to have a fantastic time while being a part of one of Bribie Island’s most iconic attractions GRAND RE-OPENING!! We are also excited to announce that Bribie Island Community Nursery‘s (Bribie’s own heroes, good on you Dynamic Dave and the team!!) recent purchase of a beautiful 2.5 scale model of a Malcolm Moore built engine, now has its new home at Melsa Park Train Park!

Originally built for the Australian Forces in WW2, this scale model was lovingly made on Bribie Island by John Baxter and will significantly help the group to be more self-sufficient by owning their own engine.

What a fantastic donation to a truly deserving organisation. Come down on the open day and check out the new edition to Melsa’s train family where the members can happily answer any questions you have about it. Melsa’s miniature steam and diesel/electric trains take passengers on a joyride through the charming and scenic park track. The 5” to 7¼” gauge track is about one kilometre long and goes almost down as far as the Vietnam Veterans Park.

Did you know the initials M.E.L.S.A. stand for ‘Model Engineers and Live Steamers Association?’ The members of the Bribie Club are avid enthusiasts who operate the mini-train rides for the entertainment of children and adults, local and visiting on the third Sunday of every month between 10:00 am and 2:30 pm.

But they need your support to keep going, it takes time, money and a lot of hard work for this group to keep everything maintained and in safe and working order, so please get behind them, come and have a great day out and enjoy what they are fighting so hard to keep for OUR community!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL DOWN THERE ON THE 20TH OF JUNE FOR A DAY OF FUN, LAUGHS AND ENJOYMENT!!!

BRIBIE COVE HOSTS BIGGEST MORNING TEA

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Each year Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea brings people together over a cup-of-tea, to raise funds for the Cancer Council towards cancer research and prevention, and supporting people who have been impacted by cancer. The social committee at Bribie Cove Retirement Village has been hosting Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea in their clubhouse for eight years.

This year they raised $2,767 – bringing the total money raised by the village for the Cancer Council to more than $27,000! An astonishing contribution towards making a difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer.

It is the contributions of the local community that have made this event so special. All raffle prizes were donated by residents of the village and local businesses, including Blondies Hair Salon, Flair Jewellery and The Coffee Club.

The entertainers – Harmony Singers and Chris Doyle, also generously donated their time for this event.

The residents worked together to make this event successful, by reaching out for the support of the local community, decorating the clubhouse beautifully and preparing the morning tea. The result is a testament to all their hard work.

If you would like to know more about Bribie Cove Retirement Village, contact us today on 1300 899 222 or visit mckenzieacg.com.

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