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PREPARATION KEY TO EMERGENCY RESPONSE

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PREPARATION KEY TO EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Tags: Bribie Island Emergency Services

When disaster strikes, either by natural or man-made means, it is what happens immediately after the initial event that sets the scene for the effectiveness of any response. Bribie Islanders have been blessed that we have not had to deal with that many major incidents over the years.

Those that we have had, such as the bush fires and brush with cyclone OMA earlier this year were dealt with very effectively by our emergency services teams on the ground, in the air and on the water. The Bribie Islander recently caught up with another milestone in the protection of our beautiful island and the surrounding region with the local sign off by each emergency services person responsible for working together on any future combined emergency response that affects our region.

The occasion that brought all the key players together was the signing of the recently reviewed and updated Bribie Island Emergency Services Multi-Agency Response Plan. This is the critical planning document that underpins any coordinated emergency response to an incident that happens on the island where more than one emergency service is required. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Station Officer Bribie Island Wayne Brown said that the document is a practical working guide that has been reviewed and updated to ensure the correct resources are employed in any given emergency across a number of different emergency service areas.

The Bribie Island Emergency Services Multi-Agency Response Plan document has been signed off by members of the Bribie Island Emergency Management Group. The attending group was comprised of Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Station Officer Bribie Island Wayne Brown, Queensland Police Service Officer In Charge Bribie Island Senior Sergeant Lyndal Wiggins, Queensland Ambulance Service Officer In Charge Bribie Island Jarred Thorne, Qld Parks & Wildlife Services Officer In Charge Bribie Island Brendan McLarty and Cheryn Kelly, VMRBI Vice Commodore Ces Luscombe VMRBI Secretary Gary Voss.

Given the often challenging nature of responding to emergencies in the off-road area, (around 86 percent of the island is made up of environmental and national marine parks) the BIEMG meets regularly and conducts exercises to prepare for real-life emergencies should they occur. Wayne said that later in the year it is planned that all agencies will join together during an exercise to simulate a disaster situation. The exercise will allow the group to utilise their specific skills to respond, practice and refine their disaster training recovery techniques.

Wayne said that these exercises are very important to ensure that our local emergency services agencies are well prepared to respond to incidents in the Bribie Island area. Bribie residents and business owners should take comfort in our local emergency services preparedness to respond to any disaster that comes our way.

THE ART OF RUNNING BY LORNA GROVES

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THE ART OF RUNNING BY LORNA GROVES

Tags: Bribie Island Art. Art Gallery. Artist. Artwork. Brisbane. Moreton Bay.

No, not that sort of running, but making the paint run onto a canvas in extraordinary ways. And I’m not giving too much away about the art of our Artist of the Month for July on the wall at the Bribie Community Arts Centre. Mostly because I don’t know much about it. However I did look it up to find there’s little more satisfying than using fluid art, liquid art, or acrylic pouring as it is variously called, to create abstract masterpieces by letting pigment run amok. This form of abstract art uses acrylics with a runny consistency to create psychedelic paintings.

There are endless possibilities and different ways, I learned, to combine the paint before spilling it across a surface. And it is why Lorna has called her exhibition Fluidity. Lorna Groves was very excited upon first seeing fluid art, and knew immediately it was the type of art she wanted to pursue, having always preferred abstractions. She can also be found lately enjoying another fluid medium – watercolours, with the U3A class. South African born and raised, Lorna has proudly called Bribie home for 30 years. Arriving on our continent in 1974 on a work visa and job transfer, she knew no one in Australia and was unimpressed at a job downgrade.

But with an attitude change, she decided the world was her oyster and never looked back. Always having an appreciation for the creative arts, eight years ago Lorna joined a U3A art class ‘to give it a go’. A decision was made that her family would see as many travelling art exhibitions as possible. So as part of their education, Lorna ensured her children were thoroughly immersed in the art world as she enjoyed every exhibition they could visit. Lorna’s son lives in Oslo, Norway, but I am absolutely certain it is not to avoid being dragged to art shows by his mother!

For Oslo has what must be the most inspiring sculpture garden in the world. There is no way to get away from art there. Oh to have a mother who appreciates art as does this lady. The exhibition will be on the wall at the Arts Centre, 191 Sunderland Drive, Banksia Beach, throughout the month with Lorna’s Artist of the Month talk on Friday 12 July. Morning tea will be served afterwards. Bookings for catering purposes can be made by ringing 3408 9288.

Troon Family Golf Day

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Troon Family Golf Day

Have you got anything planned this school holidays? Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club are hosting a Troon Family Golf Day and inviting parents, grandparents or guardians to pair up with their little ones to play a round of golf (2 person Ambrose format). The Ambrose format is popular as it allows all standards of golfers to mix and play together with equal enjoyment irrespective of ability. It also helps to promote teamwork. No prior experience needed and handicaps will be provided on the day.

When: 11.30am-2.30pm, Thursday, 11 July 2019
Where: Pacific Harbour Golf and Country Club, 141-159 Avon Ave, Banksia Beach

What you need to know: Bookings are essential (07) 3410 4011, $15 per team of 2 to play which includes a cart!

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Somebody Tell The Pelicans

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Somebody Tell The Pelicans

By Richard Whetlor
As I drove over the bridge this morning to The Bribie Islander office I noticed a pelican defying all odds as it wobbled trying to secure it’s footing on one of the first few lamposts which have the new LED lights and anti pelican bars to stop them pooping on the lights and causing damage. As you may already know the transport minister for main roads Mark Bailey has done a wonderful job by agreeing to install the old lights on five of the 13 or so lamposts as a solution.

Well, guess what? As I was driving over the bridge thinking about that pelican and taking in the beautiful scenery the Bribie bridge view has to offer I spotted them, the new pelican perches are here YAY! All five of them.

Good work and well done to everybody that has got involved in the pelican movement to bring the pelicans back to the Bribie bridge street lights!!
Funny seeing the pelican on the lampost without the new perch though! We need to let the pelicans know :0)

Community Event – ECLECTICA 4 AT THE GALLERY – June 25 – 12 July

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Community Event – ECLECTICA 4 AT THE GALLERY – June 25 – 12 July

For the fourth year since its inception, the Contemporary Arts Practices Working Together Group at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre is presenting its annual Eclectica exhibition. Opening night, to which all are welcome, is Friday 28 June at 6 pm, but the display runs for almost three weeks from 25 June till 12 July.

In addition to the Eclectica art, this year’s showcase features monochrome landscapes, wearable art, encaustic work, revamped shoes and the promise of being unique, expressive, impressive and creative. Eclectica is the perfect name for the multimedia artistry of the CAP Group members. The word ‘eclectic’ describes a combination of many different individual styles, themes, mediums or inspirations pooled from a variety of sources. Membership in the Eclectica group is highly sought after due largely to the lively program and mandatory fun had by all.

They have held two successful exhibitions at Vianta Espresso and Wine Bar in Beerwah during May this year and in 2018, the Wearable Art Fashion Parade in the Matthew Flinders Gallery in March, Island Fringe – a Bribie Perspective exhibition also in May at the Redcliffe Old Fire Station Gallery, and in September a joint exhibition called Both Ways with the Maleny Art Group.

The CAP is a group of experienced artists using a diverse range of media which push boundaries in painting, the use of textiles, printmaking, glassblowing, woodcarving, jewelry design, pottery, and sculpture. Among their number are former and working art teachers and art prize winners. New members or visitors are always welcome. Check out the current timetable at the reception in the arts centre. And phone 3408 9288 for further information. We are at 191 Sunderland By Debra Mieth Drive, Banksia Beach.

BUSY FINGERS June 2019

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BUSY FINGERS June 2019

SHOP CHANGES

As usual, we are continually busy in the shop, as well as trying to make it easier for customers to locate the items they are looking for. Our manager Sonia has just finished changing the ladies’ shoes area in the corner of the clothing, there is now one large shoe stand for all the ladies shoes (Men’s shoes are in the baskets above their clothing racks).

There are also two pegboards full of leather and nonleather belts for $4 and $2 respectively, and shortly we will be adding more wall shelves in that corner. A table has been placed in front of the kitchenware shelves displaying special/ collectible items including china, glassware, and trinkets that have a dot on them, these will be 50% off the marked price, and it will be an ongoing display until further notice.

So you may get a good bargain for your own collection or maybe a present idea for family or friends. NEW We now have an alcove on the far right side wall as you come into the shop, this area has recently been renovated and it is being used to hang a lot of the pictures we have in stock, these are also on sale at the moment, so please check them out.

ZERO TOLERANCE

Usually, all our customers are happy and friendly and praise the volunteers and staff for their help, they enjoy coming for a wander through the shop looking for bargains and enjoy their visit, it is just a shame when we have incidents that cause upset to both our people and the surrounding customers. Over the last few weeks, our cashier and some volunteers have been subjected to irate and rude customers, this is unnecessary and totally unacceptable.

One customer even became abusive towards our cashier and then started on the manager when she was called for help. This will not be tolerated and in the future, the manager has been advised to ask the rude customer to leave and not come back at all. These people will be banned from future entry to our premises as we have had a Zero Tolerance policy for many years now. Our staff and volunteers are always willing to help our customers; but we cannot help if we do not have the items they are looking for in stock, that is still NOT an excuse for abuse.

Our volunteers share their precious time with us for the benefit of our beautiful community and therefore should be treated with respect at all times. We always thank our wonderful customers for their support and hope they enjoy their visit to our premises.

RUBBISH ONCE AGAIN

We received a couple of black bags recently that had wet smelly clothes inside, please do not put these things in our white collection bins, it is not pleasant when opening these bags and volunteers should not be subjected to these issues. Please donate only clean and re-saleable items in our bins, we thank you for your cooperation and support.

REQUEST FOR PRESENTATIONS AND DONATIONS

If you are a member of an Island club or association and require assistance please let us know. We try to assist all not for profit associations and sporting clubs, we also assist the Police, SES, VMR and the BI Hospice. Our President Karen is quite happy to come along to your club and present our aims and goals and how your club can apply for assistance.

Please call 3410 1920 or email [email protected] if you wish to have a presentation or if you wish to apply for a grant of assistance. When applying for assistance please include a contact name and phone number and also a current equipment quote, tell us a bit about your association/club and membership and why you need the equipment you are requesting. Please be aware we only deal with Island associations and groups, not individuals.

ON SALE

All our sale items are written on the blackboard as you come into the shop; please check it out on your way in. There is a new rack just behind the counter which has special or designer clothing, these items are priced and tagged accordingly. I would like to thank the Bribie Islander Team for their continued support of us and the island community. Hope to see you in the shop soon.

Sandra.

Bribie Island Wildlife – YELLOW-TAILED BLACK-COCKATOO

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Bribie Island Wildlife – YELLOW-TAILED BLACK-COCKATOO

Tags: Black Cockatoo. Wildlife, native, birds. Australian. Queensland. Brisbane. Moreton Bay

Not long ago Yellow-tailed Black-Cockatoos were quite uncommon on Bribie Island but recently they have been seen more frequently particularly in the state pine forests. Quite often while traveling on the Bribie Island Road near Ningi I have seen them flying overhead. So, keep watch and you might see them too.

Yellow-tailed Black- Cockatoos are large black birds 60-69 cm in length and weighing 620-900 g. They have yellow patches over their ears and large yellow feathers in their tails. On top of their heads are small black crests. Bills are large and strong designed for crushing and their feet have two toes in front and two toes at the back which allows for a strong grip. Males and females are slightly different with males having a pink eye ring and dark grey bill while females have a grey eye ring with a lighter coloured bill and a bigger yellow patch over their ears. In flight, their wings move in a slow, floppy action.

They keep contact during flight with mournful, screechy wails. Endemic to Australia, these Cockatoos are found from Rockhampton along a wide stretch of coast and slightly inland to the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia and in Tasmania. Eucalypt forests, state forest plantations, and rain forests are favoured haunts. In some areas, they venture into suburbia and into parks and gardens. They are locally migratory in the search of food. Favourite foods are seeds mostly from native trees such as Banksia, Eucalypts, Casuarinas, Hakeas, Grass trees, and Grevilleas. Insects are also eaten.

Black Cockatoo. Wildlife, native, birds. Australian. Queensland. Brisbane. Moreton Bay (3)It is common to see the Cockatoos holding their food with their feet while eating. Beetles and moth larvae are extracted from under the bark of wattle trees and with their strong bills, they dig into the wood several centimetres to obtain this food. Over the years they have begun to feed on the exotic pinecones. In fact, in one area in South Australia, they have become quite reliant on these imported trees. Their long breeding season begins in October and can extend through to May but is variable. Nests are built high up in large, old, tree hollows. Nest diameters are about 40cm and hollows from 1-2 m deep, so the hollows have to be very large indeed.

The birds enter the hollows feet first. Two white eggs are laid on the woodchip nest floor and incubated by the female for about 28 days. During this time males feed the nesting females. One chick usually survives and is tended by the female for around 20 days. It is then cared for by both parents and remains in the nest for about 11 weeks and stays with them for about 6 months. After about 4 years the young birds are ready to breed. Their life span is about 20 years in the wild but much longer in captivity. There are 6 species of Black-Cockatoos in Australia.

Black Cockatoo. Wildlife, native, birds. Australian. Queensland. Brisbane. Moreton Bay (3)It is believed that Black-Cockatoos evolved in Gondwanaland before it broke up. Naturalist George Shaw was the first to record the Yellow-tailed Black-Cockatoo in 1794. Their scientific name funereus means “dressed for a funeral” referring to their black coat. The genus name Calyptorhynchus is derived from two Greek words calyplos meaning “hidden” and rhynchos meaning “beak”. Black-Cockatoos are regarded as pests in some areas because they strip the young foliage and branches from the plantation Eucalypt and Pine trees.

They also damage the bark on the trunks as they strip it off looking for larvae and beetles. Because of this, they were shot as pests in NSW until the 1940s. Because they need such large and mature trees to breed, usually over 200 years old, they are on the decline in some areas because of the clearing of old growth. This leaves them with less space to make their nests. Throughout their habitat areas, they are moderately common and listed as secure in most areas but in South Australia, they are recorded as vulnerable.

Event – TOP SPEAKERS AT QUEENSLAND GARDEN EXPO

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Event – TOP SPEAKERS AT QUEENSLAND GARDEN EXPO

A full line up of speakers will keep the expected crowd of 40,000 busy according to the spokesperson for the show’s organisers. Whether it is bees or bromeliads, composting or camellias, the Queensland Garden Expo will have something for everyone when it opens for its 35th year on 12 July 2019.

Featured image(above): Colourful Entertainment

In just one month the Nambour Showgrounds, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, will come alive with 40,000 plants, 360 exhibits and eight stages offering more than 120 lectures and demonstrations. Queensland Garden Expo Event Manager Marion Beazley said event organisers were looking forward to a packed program of gardening delights, perfect for the most dedicated green thumb as well as gardening novices.

“What makes this event unique is the access visitors have to the wealth of knowledge our presenters offer, which makes it perfect for those beginning to venture into the garden, as well as those seeking specific advice,” Ms. Beazley said. “Visitors can learn ‘up close and personal’ from the very best in the business across a broad range of topics from keeping bees and planting a kitchen garden to sowing seeds and keeping chooks. No matter what they’re into, there really is something for everyone.”

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Sophie Thomson and Jerry Coleby-Williams

This year, crowd favourites Sophie Thomson, Jerry Coleby-Williams, Paul West, Phil Dudman, and Claire Bickle will return, offering visitors the opportunity to really interact with the who’s who of Australian gardening across a broad range of topics. New on the program is Dr. Tim Heard, an entomologist, ex-CSIRO research scientist, and long-term stingless bee keeper and promoter of native bees.

He will be sharing his wealth of knowledge on stingless beekeeping, using stingless bees for pollination and sugarbag honey. “Keeping bees has become so popular over the years that we now have several experts sharing their tips on keeping bees and harvesting your own honey,” Ms. Beazley said. “Earlier this year, former River Cottage Australia frontman Paul West hosted The Great Australian Bee Challenge on ABC where families were challenged to successfully keep a beehive, demonstrating that anyone who’s willing to learn a new skill can produce honey in their own backyard.”

Visitors looking for some great tips on growing their own produce and turning it into delicious gourmet meals will be delighted by the Cook’s Garden Stage. “Growing your own food can ensure the freshest and healthiest of produce and visitors will be spoiled for choice on learning how to produce a bountiful harvest in their own garden,” said Ms. Beazley. “Last year, Paul West was a huge drawcard so we’re thrilled that he’ll be returning to the expo and taking to the stage.

We’re sure his ‘Garden to Table’ presentations will be very popular. “We’re excited that Phil Dudman will be here once again to share a bunch of simple, practical ideas that will help visitors make the most of their growing space and boost their backyard bounty. “Long time Expo attendee, Kevin Redd will introduce the crowd to some very unusual and versatile green vegetables that thrive in a subtropical garden, providing a year-round supply of healthy greens. He will also whip up some quick, tasty and easy recipes using these hardy and delicious plants.”

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Great plants on display and for sale

If you’ve ever thought your backyard was too small for keeping chickens and growing food, think again. With our backyards tending to be smaller these days, Claire Bickle will advise on which chicken breeds are best for small backyards and Jerry Coleby- Williams will show attendees how easy it is to grow food in small spaces. “The Queensland Garden Expo has continued to grow year after year but we want people to know the event is not just for the most dedicated green thumbs – everybody is welcome and will find something of interest,” said Marion Beazley.

The 2019 Queensland Garden Expo will feature more than 120 free lectures and demonstrations and in excess of 360 exhibitors and displays. It will be held between 12 and 14 July at the Nambour Showgrounds, Coronation Avenue, Nambour. To find out more about the event, view the speaker program and purchase tickets online, please visit www.qldgardenexpo.com.au.

Fast facts — Queensland Garden Expo

• Celebrating the 35th year of the event in 2019

• Three-day event

• 40,000-plus attendees

• More than 65 percent of attendees travel from outside the Sunshine Coast

• 360-plus exhibitors and displays including 55 nurseries

• 120-plus free lectures and demonstrations

• Eight speaker stages

MARKETPLACE, NINGI

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MARKETPLACE, NINGI

A new initiative by the Sandstone Point Lions is MarketPlace. MarketPlace is a community market held on the first Saturday of every month at the Hall Grounds, Bribie Island Road in the centre of Ningi. The next MarketPlace is on Saturday, 6 July – 7 am to 12 noon with easy off highway parking available. MarketPlace has a great variety of locally produced goods for sale.

There are art and craft, bric ‘a’ brac, sausage sizzle, including egg & bacon muffins, plants & nursery, recreational gear, fresh fruit & veg, gourmet produce, baked cakes and biscuits, alternative medicine & natural products, secondhand goods – and much, much more!

According to Eric Banham, Sandstone Point Lion, MarketPlace co-ordinator and initiator of the idea of holding a regular market in the heart of Ningi, “MarketPlace, has a great community feel and village atmosphere, it’s a new place to hang out on the first Saturday of the month before or after kids sport, you can enjoy a Bacon and Egg muffin brekky, cooked perfectly by a Sandstone Point Lion, relax over a barista made coffee from the ‘Coffee Man’, and to top it off stroll around MarketPlace and pick up a bargain or two at one of the many market outlets.”

This is another way in which you can support your community. So, come along, follow the signs to MarketPlace, Ningi. See you there! For more information please contact Gay Power on 0414 233 566.

ABBEY MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL 2019

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ABBEY MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL 2019

Tags: Caboolture medieval festival Brisbane Moreton Bay.

Step into a Medieval World and Cure Post-Game of Thrones Blues at Abbeystowe. This year marks the 30th anniversary for Caboolture’s Abbey Medieval Festival, which provides an authentic medieval experience for families and Westeros junkies alike. The most recognised element of the Abbey Medieval Festival is the Tournament Weekend – Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th July – with a variety of medieval battle-style tournaments including everything from archery and jousting to Turkish oil wrestling and sword fighting.

Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology Director Edith Cuffe OAM said she is excited about the program for the festival’s 30th year. “The draw of the festival has only increased in the last few years, with television shows such as Game of Thrones and Vikings inviting a whole new crowd to experience the Middle Ages,” said Mrs. Cuffe. “Authenticity is key at the Abbey Medieval Festival.

While shows like Game of Thrones and Vikings may not be historically accurate, they’ve encouraged a whole new generation of medieval lovers who want to come and experience a slice of their favourite medieval inspired fantasy world, with some of them loving it so much they’ve joined a reenactment society. “Another key element of our Festival is the food – all of our food vendors create amazing, historically inspired food, which is a key part of providing visitors with an authentic experience.

“The history of the festival is also a huge draw. There are families who have been coming for decades, and we see children whose parents and grandparents have attended the festival since its inception” she said. In 2019 the Abbey Medieval Festival includes the Medieval Banquet – Saturday 29th June and Saturday 6th July – with live entertainment and a grand medieval feast, in addition to the Kids Dig It! Medieval Family Fun week – Monday 1st July to Friday 5th July.

Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology Education Manager Melanie DeRegt said the Kids Dig It! Family Fun weeks are a huge draw for local families. “Kids Dig It! Medieval Family Fun week is fun, educational, and cheaper than a family trip to the movies” she said. “It inspires curiosity into the world of knights in shining armour and damsels in distress and helps children to understand the differences between fairytales and actual history. “In addition to our Kids Dig It!

Medieval Family Fun week our Tournament Weekend program includes child-friendly activities from a variety of our reenactment groups, which will encourage children to get hands-on with medieval history” said Ms. DeRegt. The Festival is the largest fund-raiser for the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology and is organised mostly by a coordinated team of volunteers. Festival Volunteer Wade Smoothy said, “I recall coming to the festival with my family and having the time of my life.”

“I tried on armour too large, held a sword too heavy and made memories larger than life that I will treasure for the rest of my life,” Mr. Smoothy said. The first Abbey Medieval Festival was held next to St Michael’s church and had only 300 re-enactors and attendees, while Abbey Medieval Festival 2018 was held in the dedicated Abbeystowe site and had almost 25 000 re-enactors and attendees.

Gloss Magazine Bribie Islander 13th Edition June 21 2019 Issue 90

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Gloss Magazine Bribie Islander 13th Edition June 21 2019 Issue 90

The Bribie Islander Magazine

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You can now download the Bribie Islander digital edition by clicking here

THE BRIBIE ISLANDER EXCLUSIVE PELICAN UPDATE!

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THE BRIBIE ISLANDER EXCLUSIVE PELICAN UPDATE!

Pelican perches to be installed on Bribie Island Bridge 

Five pelican roosting platforms will be installed on the Bribie Island Bridge following community feedback.

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said Bribie Island residents had shown how much they love the island’s pelicans, and the new solution would ensure the pelicans could continue to roost on the bridge without damaging the lights.

Featured image(above): Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey (right) with pro-Pelican local residents at this morning‘s announcement

“After residents told me concerns earlier this year, I asked the department to look at solutions. I’m pleased that crews will now install dedicated roosting platforms for the pelicans on the bridge so residents and visitors can continue to enjoy their presence as they drive along the bridge,” Mr. Bailey said.

“Unfortunately, road crews were constantly replacing lights on the bridge that were damaged by waste from the pelicans sitting on top of them.

“It often meant workers replacing the lights also needed to partially close traffic lanes, which was often costly and inconvenient for locals.

The five new perch platforms will repurpose the bridge’s old lights and sit over the water, opposite the new LED lights and will be installed next month, weather permitting.

“It’s great that we’ve been able to come up with a solution that means the birds can continue to roost on the bridge while retaining the energy efficient LED lights that are providing better, safer lighting and reducing ongoing maintenance costs.”

MORETON BAY HISTORY SEMINAR

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MORETON BAY HISTORY SEMINAR

Tags: Bribie Island History. Queensland. Brisbane. Moreton Bay. Images. Historical

The Third annual Moreton Bay History Seminar was held at North Lakes a few weeks ago attended by representatives of many regional History Societies and interest groups. Bribie Island Historical Society was represented by President Graham Mills and Secretary Lynne Hooper, with other members assisting the display stall of historic Bribie items, photos, books and information.

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Graham Mills & Lynne Hooper at History Seminar

The material has been gathered in the Society’s comprehensive Database over the past 10 years and includes thousands of historic photos dating back 135 years. Some old photos in the Database collection were “tinted” or hand painted with very basic hand painting techniques many years ago.

President Graham Mills has recently given presentations of old Bribie Postcards, some of which had been basically hand painted or coloured washed over 60 years ago, The concept of seeing old Black and White Photos in a new light took the interest of Secretary Lynne Hooper, and the display included a small selection of comparative images, using modern Photoshop techniques.

GUEST SPEAKERS

The History Seminar had three interesting guest speakers. Cara Downes from National Archives Australia presented the history of South Sea Islanders in Queensland. Often called “Sugar Slaves” these South Sea Islanders (Kanakas) were enticed or kidnapped (Blackbirding) to work on sugar plantations such as Morayfield Sugar Plantation at Caboolture and Day’s Sugar Mill and Plantation at Dayboro. Thom Blake gave a presentation on the history of Deception Bay and in particular about the prestigious Bancroft family.

Dr Jennifer Harrison spoke about the upcoming bicentenary of the European discovery of the Brisbane River, which has a special connection with Bribie Island. It was three castaway convicts caught in a huge storm off Sydney in 1823 who drifted for weeks before eventually being washed ashore on Moreton Island. With the great help of the indigenous people, they made their way around the Bay and eventually crossed a “Big River” before coming to live with the natives on Bribie Island for many months.

They believed they were south of Sydney and tried constantly to walk north in search of Sydney. It was John Oxley a year later in 1824, who had been sent to explore Moreton Bay, who made the surprise finding of “White” castaways on Bribie Island. It was they who led him to discover the Brisbane River and the subsequent establishment of the Moreton Bay Penal Colony. History is not always accurately and honestly recorded and Dr Harrison suggested it was time some Historical facts be checked.

This is something the Bribie Historical Society is proud to say it regularly does, with improved access to National Library historical documents, first-hand accounts, and newspaper articles of the day.

BRIBIE IN A NEW LIGHT

Some History group displayed current activities and Bribie’s exhibit was of enlarged black & white photos taken on Bribie between 1912 and 1949 with their newly coloured versions alongside. The trend to colouring vintage photos has been taken up by Bribie Historical Society Secretary, Lynne Hooper using Photoshop to bring colour to the black and white world of the last century.

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