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The Bribie Islander Gloss Magazine February 26, 2021 Issue 134
Issue 134 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.
Fishing Report – February 26, 2021
Hi everyone, hopefully, you all have had a chance to go fishing as it’s been a real mixed bag recently with quite a few decent fish getting caught. The Mackerel are in good numbers still, along with good Kingfish around a lot of the channel markers, again live baits and small metal lures are both catching fish.
Also, reports are coming in of a few Marlin and Mahi-Mahi off Cape Moreton around the fish attracting devices, now we just need some good conditions to head out for them. In the passage, the mangrove islands near the Avon wreck have been producing some great Bream, Mangrove Jack and Garfish. Peeled prawns under a float with a small hook for the Gar and fresh squid for the Bream and Jacks with as little lead as possible, if any at all. Let your bait float as naturally as possible as you will catch a lot more fish this way.The canals have seen a lot of Trevally, both Big Eye and GTs moving in with the prawns. Live Herring or Hardiheads doing the trick on these, again, as light as possible with the tackle will catch more fish.
Some good reports of Squid, Sweetlip and Squire under the Bribie bridge, with fresh squid and prawns choice baits. The Bongaree Jetty has had a lot of Mackerel and small Tuna getting caught on it recently, floating pilchards in the early morning is the best option. Also, quite a few nice Tusk fish recently have been taken around the pylons from the jetty too. These are an excellent table fish, live yabbies or fresh prawns working well for these. Anyway that’s all, for now, remember to wet a line and relax.
TWO-INGREDIENT ICE-CREAM MUFFINS
INGREDIENTS
750ml (3 cups) strawberries and cream ice-cream, softened slightly, plus 12 small scoops, extra
225g (1 1/2 cups) self-raising flour
Chopped fresh strawberries, to serve (optional)
Chocolate sprinkle, to serve (optional)
METHOD
Step 1
Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan forced. Line twelve 80ml (1/3 cup) muffin pans with paper cases.
Step 2
Place the ice-cream and flour in a large bowl. Stir until well combined. Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin pans. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the centres comes out clean. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 3
Top each muffin with a scoop of extra ice-cream, strawberries and sprinkles, if using.
Common (Indian) Myna Acridotheres tristis
Common Mynas (Mynahs) are a bold and noisy pest species that has arrived on Bribie Island within the past 30 years and numbers are increasing.
They are medium-sized birds 23-25 cm in length and weighing 120-140g. They have brown bodies, black heads, yellow bills and legs. Large white patches are revealed on the wings when in flight. Their strutting walk is accompanied by intermittent hops. Lifespan is usually about 4 years.Their bullying behaviour and their habit of overpowering and ejecting other birds from nest sites have aided them to multiply with success. They are usually seen in pairs or small to large flocks. Noisy night roosts are in trees or man-made structures.
In Australia, they occupy most urban and some rural towns and farms along the east and south-east coasts and a short distance west of the Great Dividing Range. Warm to hot climates are their preference but they are also found in cold areas. In 1862 they were introduced from India to Melbourne to eradicate insects in market gardens. There were other introductions to Melbourne up until the 1950s. The plan was not successful, but the Mynas began to thrive and spread. North Queensland introduced them as predators for grasshoppers and cane beetles in the 1800s with similar disastrous consequences. They thrive in areas where the natural environment has been greatly disturbed such as towns and cities and are rarely seen in pristine habitats. India, Asia and the Middle East are their native homes.
Common Mynas are omnivorous scavengers (flying rats) and will eat almost anything including pet food, insects, fruit and the young of other birds. Feeding takes place on the ground. They vigorously challenge other birds and native animals for their food supply. Farmers find them a pest in their orchards and market gardens. IUCN has named them as in the top 100 of the world’s most invasive pests.
Breeding takes place mostly from Oct-March. They compete aggressively with other birds taking over their tree hollows and often evicting residents, destroying eggs and killing the young which reduces their breeding outcome. Glider and possum hollows are also a target for the Mynas. Untidy nests of grass, feathers and paper are constructed in cavities in buildings and can introduce mites and lice to the inhabitants. Four to six pale blue eggs are laid, and 1-3 broods can be produced each year.
Moreton Bay Council’s approach to the problem is to enhance the natural environment, by habitat plantings. The council does not support a trapping program. Throughout Australia, many councils have Common Myna management plans and in some areas, there are citizen-led control programs to help reduce the increasing numbers. This is an ongoing battle.
Winelander – February 26, 2021
Dear readers, we had a gathering of friends the other night and Helena who is a confirmed Merlot drinker complete with a glass full of ice has not yet seen the film “Sideways” so it seemed appropriate to repeat this article from a couple of years ago and I have to warn you that I am about to use some rather choice language below but those of you that have seen the film “Sideways” will probably have a good chuckle if you haven’t seen it and have access to Netflix you may find it on there.
For those that haven’t seen the film let me give a brief outline of the film which was released in 2004 and was a surprise hit creating a cult following, but was also responsible for the tragic outcome for one particular grape variety.The film is about two completely mismatched friends taking a week visiting a wine region in California about 30 minutes north of Santa Barbara. One of the friends is getting married at the end of the week and is determined to go out with a bang if you get my drift, the other guy (played excellently by Paul Giamatti) is a depressed wine snob who basically is happy when he has had too much to drink and just wants to visit wineries. At one of the wineries they chat to the girl behind the counter and the first guy makes a date for her and her girlfriend to go to dinner with the pair of them but knows Giamatti will probably drink too much and ruin the evening. As they reach the restaurant he pulls him into an alley at the front door of the restaurant and basically says to slow down and whatever the girl’s order that’s what they drink. Giamatti replies “if anybody orders Merlot, I’m leaving” and goes on “I am not drinking any f***ing Merlot”!
Swimming For Life
JESSICA EVANS IS TRULY AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL. JESSICA WANTS TO DO HER PART IN TRYING TO RAISE MONEY FOR THE RUOK FOUNDATION, HOPING TO HELP THEM SAVE LIVES THAT ARE TRAGICALLY LOST TO SUICIDE. THIS IS CLOSE TO JESSICA’S HEART AS SHE LOST HER UNCLE BARRY WHO TRAGICALLY TOOK HIS OWN LIFE, PROMPTING HER TO SWIM AROUND MORETON ISLAND LAST YEAR AND IN DOING SO, SHE RAISED A WHOPPING $30,000 FOR THE BLACK DOG INSTITUTE. THE SWIM WAS DEDICATED TO JESSICA’S UNCLE BARRY. WHAT A WONDERFUL OUTCOME, WITH THE MONEY HELPING SO MANY IN NEED.
This year is Jessica’s last year of Marathon Swimming so she wanted to do something else to better our community before she hangs up the togs… hence, the Black Dog Lap, a circumnavigation swim of Bribie Island. This year funds raised will go to the RUOK foundation. Another fantastic organisation dedicated to helping those in need. What a truly fantastic effort!
Jessica said “This lap is dedicated to anyone out there that is struggling. Please don’t give up.” They are hoping to kick off the swim at the Caloundra end and swim the Pumicestone passage first.
At this stage she is aiming to commence the swim in the first week of March, however the exact start date will be governed by weather and wind forecasts. The swim is around 80kms in length and will take around 3 days to complete.
Bribie Island VMR has been incredible in offering their support and endless amounts of valuable information, which Jessica cannot express her appreciation enough for. Here are some facts you may not know and why this is so important to get behind Jessica and give her as much support as possible.
• About 8 people take their own lives in Australia every day.
• For every death, it’s estimated another 30 people will attempt suicide.
• 89% of people report knowing somebody who has made an attempt.
We all need to help change these numbers.
R U OK?’S vision is of a world where we are all connected and protected from suicide. Their mission is to inspire everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and support anyone struggling with life.
By inspiring people to take the time to ask, “Are you OK?” and listen, we can help people who are struggling with life to feel connected long before they even think about suicide.
Jessica would like to thank you so much for your support, as together we will make a difference.
We here at the Bribie Islander wish her the very best in her awesome challenge and we encourage you all to get behind her.
To support Jessica, please donate at https://join.ruok.org.au/fundraisers/jessicaevans/the-black-dog-lap or you are welcome to contact us at the Bribie Islander and we will put you in contact with Jessica.
Turning Red to End Domestic Violence
The Red Rose Foundation have launched the Red Bench Project to build a permanent reminder that domestic violence occurs within all of our communities. The presence of a Red Bench in a public location aims to raise public awareness and provide an opportunity for this important issue to remain visible. It is our aim to have at least one Red Bench in every local government area in Queensland. Each bench will carry a plaque.
There are now over 40 red benches from local government, state government and community groups. The Red Rose Foundation is a National not for profit charity who works to end domestic violence across our communities. We are especially concerned at the high number of domestic violence deaths that occur each year through homicide and suicide. We also acknowledge that tragically, many domestic violence related deaths have many predictive elements and are largely considered preventable.
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The Red Rose Foundation hopes that the indiscreet nature of the benches would encourage people from all walks of life to stop, sit and read the plaque.
“People may not have violence in their life, but everyone can offer support or intervene if it’s safe to do so and that’s why we want the benches in prominent places in the community,”
“Domestic violence goes across all cultures, socioeconomic groups and there’s hardly anyone now who hasn’t been touched or experienced domestic violence in our neighborhoods.”
Bellara Neighborhood Watch group and the Moreton Bay Regional Council have worked together to create the latest Red Bench on Bribie Island. It is situated on Marine Pde, Bellara.
This is one of the initiatives supported by Bellara Neighborhood Watch. If you would like to be a part of Bellara Neighborhood Watch the next meeting is:
When: Monday March 15th at 10am.
Where: Volunteer Marine Rescue, Marine Pde, Bellara All welcome.
Stacey Olson – Area Coordinator – Bellara NHW
A healthy mouth is a healthy life!
Oral health is an important part of overall health. Keeping a healthy smile is more than just about teeth – it is an important part of general health. Poor oral health is linked to diabetes, heart disease, adverse pregnancy outcomes, stroke and respiratory conditions.
Oral health is also an important part of social and emotional health for people of all ages. Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is a lifelong commitment. The earlier you learn proper oral hygiene habits — such as brushing, flossing, and limiting your sugar intake — the easier it’ll be to avoid costly dental procedures and long-term health issues.
Oral health has risen in importance in recent years, as researchers have discovered a connection between declining oral health and underlying systemic conditions. It turns out that a healthy mouth can help you maintain a healthy body. Bacteria can spread from your oral cavity to your bloodstream, causing infective endocarditis. Infective endocarditis is a lifethreatening infection of your heart valves. Your dentist may suggest you take antibiotics as a preventive measure before they perform any dental procedure that could dislodge bacteria in your mouth.
Even if you’ve been taking good care of your teeth, you’ll still need to have a professional cleaning twice a year during a routine visit with your dentist. Your dentist will recommend other treatments if you show signs of gum disease, infections, or other problems.
Your oral health has an effect on more than just your teeth. Poor oral and dental health can contribute to issues with your self-esteem, speech, or nutrition. They can also affect your comfort and overall quality of life. Many dental and oral problems develop without any symptoms. Seeing a dentist regularly for a checkup and exam is the best way to catch a problem before it gets worse.
Ultimately, your long-term outcome depends on your own efforts. You can’t always prevent every cavity, but you can reduce your risk of severe gum disease and tooth loss by staying on top of your daily oral care.
Relaxing Rainbows
Relaxing Rainbows is a new business on Bribie Island that offers art and mindfulness workshops and activities for children aimed at increasing children’s well-being, positivity and confidence. Relaxing Rainbows are currently offering after school term workshops (usually 10 week School Term programs), individual child sessions and school holiday workshops.
Children will be taught breathing techniques, with a focus on calming the mind and being present in the moment. These workshops are taught in a relaxed environment and are aimed at training the mind to improve positive emotions and thoughts, easing anxiety and enhancing feelings of social connectedness and happiness. My goal is to relax children so they shine bright in their uniqueness and fill their session with fun, joy, creativity and relaxation.
I have a passion for working with children and helping them develop positive self-esteem and feel good about themselves.
The Relaxing Rainbows Children’s Workshops incorporates short mindfulness activities, a guided meditation, mindful breathing, movement activities such as Qi Gong and Tai Chi and creative art activities. Each terms program will have a focus on a different positive emotion: This term is gratitude.
TERM 1 Art activities involve exploration with clay, embossing, ink and patterning designed to suit children. Art activities may be altered slightly to suit the needs and interests of the children throughout the term as these workshops are an opportunity for children to explore, experiment and express individuality in a fun creative space. Some activities may contain Island styling to create a sense of community and are adapted to extend knowledge and appreciate the beautiful island setting. It makes my heart truly happy when I hear that children have made something special and chosen to give one of their creations to someone they love. As a child, I made lots of homemade gifts for my family and was encouraged by my mother Dawn Kilshaw to create and experiment and as a result, I took great pride in my artwork. I once gave my Nan, Ruve Jamieson, now deceased, a hand-painted rock that she treasured for years in a gift box and showed to be as a young adult with pride. I believe gifts made with love are from the heart.
The Relaxing Rainbows business can be found on Facebook or you can contact Helen Spink on 0407048420 to enrol your child into one of the workshops or to be placed on the waiting list. After school term workshops are targeted at children aged 5 and over. If you think your child would benefit from being immersed in Art and Mindfulness activities for a term, please express your interest. Term 2 workshop from April to June theme will be nature/ environment and art activities will be linked in with this. Well Being Focus: Loving Kindness.
EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY Mindfulness and Art Workshops include:
1. Easter egg decorating and character egg designing
2. Big Sis/Little Sis matching earring workshops or mother and daughter workshops
3. Sunshine “I am amazing” canvas painting
4. Shimmery sun catcher
5. Crystal necklace making
6. Card making and affirmation cards.
I have found some children get together a group of friends and enrol in the holiday workshop together whilst the mums have a coffee catch up, knowing their children are well looked after. These holiday workshops have also attracted grandparents who have family visiting who have chosen to put their grandchild into a workshop for some fun and creating during their day.
Some Reviews about Relaxing Rainbows:
“My girls had the best time. They have been talking about it all day. Thank you for creating such a nurturing space for them xo.
Jane Gilbey
“Xavier absolutely loved your workshop. He wanted to go back the next day. Can’t wait for some more workshops next holidays.
Thank you, Helen.
Renee Ziu
Help Simone to save lives…
Simone Laurens is participating in The World’s Greatest Shave on March 13th to raise funds for the Leukaemia Foundation in the hope of providing much-needed support for the 47 Aussies diagnosed with blood cancer every day!.
Each year Simone tries her best to support 3 different charities through fundraising, time or raising awareness.
Simone knows a few people who are unfortunately affected by blood cancer, receiving treatment or in remission. When talking to one of them, they were telling her the statistics which are that 47 Aussies are diagnosed with blood cancer daily and she was gobsmacked. Simone started researching and found the cost of the related treatments, accommodation away from home, research projects etc. Simone knew she wanted to help, but wasn’t sure exactly how until she remembered “Shave for a cure” now called The World’s Greatest Shave was related to the Leukaemia Foundation. After googling it, she signed up immediately, setting a goal to raise $2000 which would help fund a breakthrough research project for one week and was pleased to know she could also donate her hair to help make a wig for a cancer patient suffering from hair loss due to treatment.
Simone figures losing her hair by choice, to help those who don’t have a choice, is the least she can do. Simone said, “It will grow back and it gives me a chance to remember what my natural hair colour is these days!” Due to COVID, this will likely take place via live streaming on Facebook.
Raffle tickets are available now until March 12th for $5 each.There is over $2000 in prizes and they will be drawn on March 13th at the time of doing the shave. Tickets can be purchased by emailing: simonelaurens20@ gmail.com.
Shave will take place at 11am on 13th March at Botanical Bar at Bribie RSL.
The Bribie Islander Gloss Magazine February 12, 2021 Issue 133
Issue 133 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.
Fishing Report – February 12, 2021
Hi everyone, hope all is well now with the holidays over we can all get back to normal. Fishing has been excellent after all the rain, plenty of bait around and plenty of fish following. There is still lots of Mackerel around, goodsized School and Spotted to be caught around most markers, live baiting and small metal lures are both catching fish. Top and bottom of the tides best times. Good Mud Crabs and Sand Crabs over the last few weeks, in and around the canals are producing nice sized bucks. Skirmish Point has been firing early mornings with Mackerel, Bream and the odd giant Trevally getting caught. Again, live baits and lures working well. Red Beach has seen good numbers of Flathead on a rising tide, remember not to cast too far as they can be at your feet. Good giant Trevally and big eye Trevally are in and around the creeks chasing the prawns, along with a few Mangrove Jacks, soft plastics and surface lures have been taking fish and night time seems to be better. There are still plenty of Grassy Sweetlip and Squire around the Bribie Bridge, fresh squid is the best bait and top and bottom of the tide has been the best time to target these. Some really good Summer Whiting around the flats at Sandstone Point, White Patch and in the gutters around Woorim down towards 5th Avenue. Live blood worms producing the better catches and again most fish are in close feeding. Anyway, that’s all for now, remember to wet a line and relax