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Come to the Fun Family Event at St Dympna’s Fair in Aspley

St Dympna’s Primary School’s annual family event is here again and families are invited to join in the fun, which will also help raise money for the programs of the school’s Parents and Citizens (P&C) Association.

Kicking off at 11:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, the 7th of Sept. 2019, on Robinsons Road, the St Dympna’s Fair will feature a lineup of food and shopping stalls, carnival rides, sideshow games and attractions, raffle draws, and heaps of entertainment for every member of the family.

The event’s program schedule is as follows:

11:00 a.m.	Welcome
11:05 a.m.	Mini Ballroom Dancers
11:15 a.m.	St Dympna’s Talent Show Finals
11:45 a.m.	First Golden Ticket Draw
12:00 p.m.	Wild Encounters Reptile Show
1:00 p.m.	Do Dance Academy Dancers
1:30 p.m.	Dino Encounters
2:00 p.m.	Nudgee College Rock Bands
2:45 p.m.	Second Golden Ticket Draw
3:00 p.m.	Nathan Kneen & the St Dympna’s School Choirs
3:45 p.m.	ART UNION DRAW & Final Golden Ticket Draw
4.00 p.m.	FAIR Closes

Whilst all the program is ongoing, Kids can look forward to race with their friends at the Dodgem Cars or challenge themselves at the Cavemen Capers inflatable obstacle course. Adventurous and fearsome children and parents alike can try the Bat Tower drop or Super Slide for a thrilling experience.

A spectacular Video Gaming Truck featured with five HD television, surround sound, and stadium seating will also be set up for 20 players at a time. Those who enjoy classic attractions, however, may ride the Merry-Go-Round or have uninterrupted fun at the Jumping Castle.

*Photo Credit: St Dympna’s Fair/Facebook*

The St Dympna’s Fair will also feature a cent auction, bookstalls, plant stalls and a second-hand corner shop for mums or dads looking to score a bargain. In between playing and shopping, families can fill-up and re-energise on food and drinks served by the fair’s volunteers, as well as these establishments:

With so many things going on, you’ll need this map to know where every attraction goes:

To score tickets to this fair, complete the online form and wait for the distribution of the wristbands on Friday, the 6th of Sept. through your children. Or, you may collect your tickets on event day at the designated ticket stands.

Aspley Kerbside Collection: Tips to Reduce Plastic and Electronic Waste

The upcoming Aspley Kerbside Collection is not just a chance to get rid of large unwanted household items, but a perfect opportunity to think of ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Below are some suggestions.

Australians use an average of 130 kilograms of plastic per person each year with only 12 percent of that gets recycled, according to WWF-Australia. On the other hand, an average of almost 20kg of electrical and electronic products are discarded per person each year. Out of that, only 5 percent gets recycled, the Electronic Recycling Australia reported.

When you choose to reuse, recycle, and reduce, you would not only minimise waste that end up in landfills but you also reduce the amount of wastes that find their way into the waterways and into the ocean.

*Photo Credit:Willfried Wende* / *Pixabay*

Some plastic waste reduction tips

When going to the supermarket, bring your own reusable shopping bag. You can buy a reusable grocery bag or make own instead.
Did you know that tap water has a relatively high concentration of minerals and is tested more frequently as compared to bottled water? Stop buying bottled water; you can drink tap water instead. Buy a reusable BPA-free water bottle to carry with you when you are on the go
Bring your own coffee mug or thermos when buying coffee to-go.
Bring your own lunch and snacks, packed in a reusable container.
Use office or school supplies like pens and markers more sparingly. Also, protect markers and pens from heat and sun exposure that could dry them out.
Reuse plastic binders and folders
Stop using plastic straws. Use a reusable stainless steel or glass straw instead.
Instead of disposable plastic lighters, use matches or refillable metal lighter.
Make you own fresh juice instead of buying juice in plastic bottles.
When shaving, use a reusable razor instead of the plastic disposable ones.
When you have the option, buy products in cardboard boxes.
Shop in bulk to reduce packaging waste.
Stop using plastic cutlery.
Ditch the chewing gum. Present day gum base contains a certain type of plastic or synthetic rubber

*Photo Credit:* *andreahuyoff* / *Pixabay*

Tips to reduce electronic waste footprint

Donate or sell old electronics.
Extend the life of your electronics such as laptops and mobile phones by keeping them well maintained. For example, use a phone case and screen protector for your phone. Also, avoid fully charging your laptop or phone battery to improve its lifespan.
Before you upgrade or buy a new gadget, think and evaluate if you are buying because of a need or a want.
Before you decide on throwing it away, think if you can repurpose your old electronics such as using an old smartphone as an mp3 player, tv remote, or GPS device.
Use cloud storage for your electronic files and documents instead of saving them on a physical storage device.
Educate yourself on how to troubleshoot and fix minor issues with your gadget.
Find an electronic recycling centre near you. These centres specialise in recycling and proper disposal of electronic waste.

The annual Brisbane City Council’s kerbside collection is coming to Aspley this 9th September. So, start sorting and packing your acceptable large household items for discarding and have them on the kerbside by 6:00 a.m. at the start of the collection period.

Illegal dumping fines may apply if you leave your items on the kerb prior to the announced collection date.

Photo Credit: Monash Council / monash.vic.gov.au

Reminders for discarders

The Council reminds residents discarding their hard rubbish to keep footpath or roadway clear and safe by keeping the pile tidy on the kerb and not to place sharp or dangerous objects, or piles larger than two cubic metres.

Also, refrigerator and cupboard doors should be removed, as living creatures or a child can get trapped inside and only put items for collection that can be lifted easily and safely by two people.

The Council will not collect piles larger than two cubic metres which is about equal to a small box trailer load.

Lastly, please sort your items into separate piles to speed up the collection process and increase reusability of the items.

Alternatively, you may donate your usable items to any charitable institutions or not-for-profit organisations that can reuse or recycle them like GIVIT, NACRO, and the Council’s tips shops operated by the Endeavour Foundation.

New Flight Path Plan to Remove Aircraft Flights Above Aspley

The new BAC flight path tool has revealed that once the new runway at the Brisbane Airport is operational and departure flights moved further west, aircraft fly-overs will be removed from the skies of 12 suburbs including Aspley.

*Photo Credit: Brisbane Airport Corporation / flightpathtool.bne.com.au*

When the new runway is fully operational, suburbs like Brighton, Deagon, Nudgee Beach, Zillmere, Aspley, Chermside, Chermside West, Stafford Heights, Stafford, Enoggera, Alderley, and Keperra may already breathe a sigh of relief as departure flights are moved further west.

Meanwhile, for the first time, these suburbs are expected to be under the flight path: Upper Kedron, Albany Creek, Bridgeman Downs, Banyo, Nudgee, Bald Hills, Strathpine, Bray Park, Lawnton and Joyner.

The new runway will allow aircraft to land over the city and depart over the bay on both runways when northerly winds prevail or arrive over moreton bay and depart over the city on both runways when southerly winds blow at the airport.

The Flight Path tool helps residents check and understand related flight information specific to an address. The flight path for arrivals and departure will depend on the direction of the wind that is prevailing at the airport.

The flight path tool also shows aircraft arrival and departure flight paths for both current and when the new runway opens, along with noise mapping, indicating areas that will experience aircraft noise of 70 decibels or more.

Suburbs under the flight path are not expected to experience noticeable aircraft noise as flights will be at an altitude of about 10,000 to 20,000 feet. Also, as much as possible, flights will directed over the bay between 10pm to 6am.

You May Be Going Blind and Not Know It; Here’s Where You Can Get Help in Aspley

Do you suspect that you could be developing glaucoma or some form of ocular disorder? Glaucoma usually does not present symptoms as it develops, but you can prevent the damage to your eyes with regular tests at the Brisbane Eye Clinic in Aspley.

Located at Suite 6 of the Aspley Homemaker Centre on Zillmere Road, Brisbane Eye Clinic makes use of advanced technology to detect, diagnose, and treat eye conditions. While glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness and still has no known cure, it can be managed with early intervention from the clinic’s experts.

According to Glaucoma Australia, about 50 percent of Australians go about their lives undiagnosed for this condition. But once you hit 40, eye care must be part of your general health and wellness routine. Do you know that one in 200 Australians could develop glaucoma by age 40?

Yet there is hope for people suffering from glaucoma using a minimally invasive breakthrough microscopic eye implant technology. This fixes the cloudy vision and prevents optic nerve damage while eliminating the need for frequent glaucoma eyedrops.

This technology comes in different models like Cypass, Hydrus, iStent and Xen Stent. The latter was actually developed and invented by scientists at the Lion Eye Institute (LEI) in Perth.

*Photo Credit: Brisbane Eye Clinic/Facebook*

To know about this new technology and for other concerns about your eye’s health, visit Brisbane Eye Clinic for a consultation. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Police Spend Under Eights Day at Bracken Ridge State School

The Gateway Crime Prevention team attended the Under Eights Day at Bracken Ridge State School last 27 June 2019.

The Gateway Crime Prevention team along with other emergency services and community based groups had the chance to discuss with the under eights a few things about the police and the role play in the community.

“QPS love having the opportunity to engage with our youngest members of the school communities to talk about how to identify a police officer, what roles police have in our community, and who to go to if they need help,” Sgt Jodie Murray said.

The young students also had a chance to dress up like a real police officer complete with police hats, police shirts, load bearing vests, and bullet proof vests; not to mention, the kids were at their best behavior during the entire event

“At the end of the morning after stickers were given out and fingerprints taken, police left the scene with lights and sirens blazing.”

Under Eights Day at Bracken Ridge State School

About Bracken Ridge State School

Located on Binburra Street, Bracken Ridge State School is a coeducational independent public school catering to Prep Year up to Year 6 students.

The school’s population comprises mainly of students from its neighbouring areas like Taigum, Sandgate, Bald Hills, Brighton, Fitzgibbon, and those from the immediate Bracken Ridge catchment.

The Bracken Ridge State School also supports inclusion of students with disabilities through its Special Education Program which caters to approximately 32 Prep to Year 6 students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Physical Impairment, Hearing Impairment, and Intellectual Impairment.

School facilities include: double classroom spaces, dedicated prep precinct, all-new playground equipment, separate playground, swimming pool, soccer field, a sports hall, computer labs, and Outside School Hours Care.

Petition to Stop Development Proposal at Bridgeman Downs Gathers Support

Just days after the application was lodged, an online petition urging the Council to stop the proposed development at Bridgeman Downs was launched and hundreds have already signed supporting the cause.

“Many of us have chosen to live in Bridgeman Downs because of its surrounding bushland and green spaces. These priceless features of Bridgeman Downs are being compromised by the development application for a service station, two fast food outlets, a childcare centre, and 39 townhouses at 415 – 427 Beckett Road, Bridgeman Downs,” the online petition says.

The petition further stated that the development will significantly reduce the already limited green space and bushland in the area, as well as cause an increase in traffic, noise levels, parked cars along the streets. Such a move will “bring potentially unwanted visitors” to the area and affect property values.

“These issues aside, there is simply no need for additional fast food outlets, service stations and townhouses in our area. There are numerous service stations and fast food outlets within a 5km radius of our suburb at both Aspley and Albany Creek.

“We accept that the proposed development area was marked for potential development but the commercial nature of this development is completely unnecessary.“

As of the seond week of July, more than a thousand individuals have already signed in support of the online petition.

The proposed development on Beckett Road, Bridgeman Downs

The proposal by Beckett Road Pty Ltd was lodged 27 June 2019. It involves the development of a Service Station, a Cafe, Food and Drink Outlets, Child Care Centre, Multiple Dwellings, and new roads over four stages; the two existing dwellings will be demolished as part of the proposed development.

Petition Bridgeman Downs — *Photo Credit: Brisbane City Council / pdonline.brisbane.qld.gov.au*

The site is located at 415 and 427 Beckett Road, Bridgeman Downs covering an area of 18,1606sqm with a frontage of about 144m to Beckett Road.

Stage 1 involves the construction of a Fuel Shop with a Coffee Drive Thru and a Drive Thru Restaurant with 42 car parking spaces and a direct access from Beckett Road.

Stage 2 involves the construction of a 100-place two-storey Child Care Centre and a single-storey Restaurant with 22 car parking spaces.

Whilst Stages 3 and 4 involve the development of a two-storey 39 semi-attached dwellings (10 dwellings in Stage 3 and 29 dwellings in Stage 4). The dwelling will be broken down into three types with 86 car parking spaces (78-resident and 8-visitor).

Gympie Road in Aspley Gets Noise Barriers Project Fund

The State Government has allocated $4-million funding for the Noise Barriers project along Gympie Road in Aspley, among other roads funding under the Aspley State Budget for 2019.

Bart Mellish MP- Member for Aspley announced in 11 June 2019, the 2019 Aspley State Budget allocation for roads project which included the funding for the Noise Barriers in Aspley, $15-million funding for Strathpine Road/ Gympie Arterial Road interchange; $5-million funding for the Beams Road Overpass Business case; and the state contribution of $25 million for the Linkfield Road project.

Regional Queensland is the big winner as far as the State Government’s infrastructure budget is concerned, Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey said referring to the release of the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP) 2019-20 to 2022-23.

“When our regions thrive, Queensland thrives, so this budget will ensure tens of thousands of jobs are created in the regions, supporting their population growth and economic development,” Minister Bailey said.

Job-creating projects

The State Government will continue its focus on job-creating infrastructure project investments, he said. Queensland government will spend a record $23 billion investment in roads and transport projects, supporting 21,500 jobs.

“More than $14.5 billion of this record QTRIP will be spent outside the Brisbane City, Ipswich City and Redland City local government areas.”

“Our investment will make the Bruce Highway safer and more flood-resilient between Brisbane and Cairns.

The Queensland Budget for Brisbane and Redlands region alone includes infrastructure spending of $3.9 billion, which is estimated to generate around 11,500 jobs.

Projects targeting congestion

Part of this year’s budget will be invested in congestion-busting projects such as the Ipswich Motorway upgrade and the continuing construction of the Sumners Road Interchange on the Centenary Highway. A total of $16 million will be allocated for these projects under the State Budget 2019-20.

“We’ll keep building a better M1 from Brisbane to the border – with major projects between Eight Mile Plains and Daisy Hill and Varsity Lakes and Tugun ready to roll as soon as the current two M1 upgrades finish next year.

Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill staging | TMRQld / YouTube

“We have also committed funding to upgrade three M1 interchanges that serve growing North Gold Coast communities – Exits 41, 49 and 57.

Transport infrastructure

Among the rail and passenger infrastructure projects lined up, $160.8 million will be allocated by the State Government for the North Coast Line upgrade as well as the $250-million high-capacity underground interchange for the Inner Northern Busway to the Cross River Rail Project.

The government will also invest in bus stops and train stations to make stations more accessible and upgrade key commuter roads to create priority bus lanes.

A total $21 million has been set aside to deliver 600 new car parking spaces at Greenbank bus park ‘n’ ride and $4.5 million to expand the Eight Mile Plains bus station park ‘n’ ride, adding 340 extra car spaces.

U4K and Boondall Police Officers Bring Smiles to Students at Aspley Special School

On 12 June 2019, officers from Boondall Station visited students of Aspley Special School, to answer questions and provide gifts, courtesy of U4K.

Members of Crime Prevention Unit and the Road Policing Command were, as Sgt Jodie Murray puts it, “armed and ready to face the serious and prolonged questioning” from the students:

Introduce yourself by your name and the duties you do as a police officer;
How did you make a decision to become a police officer;
Explain the uniform and the gear you carry;
The role of the police officers in the community;
How police support young people in the community (cyber safety, personal safety, cyberbullying).

U4K_Boondall_Police_Officers — *Photo Credit: State of Queensland (Queensland Police Service) 2019 / mypolice.qld.gov.au*

“The students were then given some beautiful homemade clothing, bag and beanies made the lovely Uniforms 4 Kids (U4K) volunteer sewers from North Brisbane, Maria & Chris, who re-purpose old emergency service uniforms into clothing for kids in need” Sgt Jodie Murray said.

“The aim of U4K is to provide unique clothing to children who have a need no matter who or where they are.

“It is also an opportunity for law enforcement and emergency services organisations to build legitimacy and trust with communities and for retirees and other community members to support a charitable program, build social cohesion and expand their social networks,” Sgt Murray said.

Boondall_Police_Officers_U4K — Photo Credit: State of Queensland (Queensland Police Service) 2019 / mypolice.qld.gov.au

Aspley Special School is a Year 7 to 12 school, located on Zillmere Rad in Aspley, that provides educational program to secondary aged students with a disability.

About U4K (Uniform 4 Kids)

Founded by Yvonne Pattinson OAM in 2017, Uniform 4 Kids is a community program that aims to repurpose donated law enforcement and emergency services organisations uniforms into beautiful clothing articles made for children in need.

U4K is supported by donor partners who continually donate their old uniforms: Queensland Police Service, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, Australian Federal Police, Australian Border Force, Australia Zoo, and Western Australia Police.

The program has already provided over 5,000 items to other charities and domestic violence shelters as well as remote communities and donors’ approved recipients.

Pedal Your Way to the Ride Sports Warehouse Sale Near Aspley

Ride Sports, a premium bicycle distributor in Australia and New Zealand, will hold a warehouse sale this June at their 3,500-sqm property near Aspley. If you’re looking to start biking or considering an upgrade on your gear, then step on the opportunity to snag some great bargains.

Happening on Saturday, the 8th of June 2019, the Ride Sports Warehouse Sale will open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Shop 6 on 605 Zillmere Road. Take advantage and save money on discounted demo bikes, parts, accessories and prototypes as the store makes more room for new stocks next season.

Among the international and local brands on display are equipment and accessories from Kelly Bikes, Guerciotti, NS Bikes Co, Sunn Bikes, Barletta Bikes and Thok E-Bikes. Whether you need these for commercial deliveries, endurance biking, or recreational biking, the warehouse will have something for every biker.

The Ride Sports team will be on hand to help shoppers choose what they need. Composed of Storm Jury, Benn Marsh, Tony Blackshaw and CEO Rian Bell, they are also quite passionate about biking and gears set up so you’ll get help and advice from the experts.

On regular trading days, Ride Sports is open from Monday to Friday at 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Funding Up to June 2023 for Aspleycare Charity Secured

Community organisation Aspleycare has secured much needed funding for it to be able to keep delivering vital emergency relief services for the next three and a half years.

Through the help of Federal Member for Petrie Luke Howarth MP, Federal Government funding amounting to $157,500 has been confirmed, enabling the organisation to provide emergency relief in the form of food vouchers and parcels, financial assistance, and medical prescriptions, through June 2023.

“Aspleycare President Tom Borger approached me at the end of last year, when the group’s application for funding fell through,” said Luke Howarth MP.

“Over the next few months, we worked together to find a new avenue of funding.

“The organisation is a huge part of the Aspley community, and the work they do stretches far beyond the suburb, reaching and helping people from all walks of life who are doing it tough.

“For many years now, I’ve been working hard to ensure locals have the infrastructure, resources and opportunities we need to prosper in this great country.

“I’m thrilled to have been able to help Aspleycare secure funding, so the hardworking members of this organisation can continue their vital work,” Mr Howarth said.

Aspleycare president Tom Borger described the securing of funding as a miracle which he said would mean the organisation will be able to deliver emergency relief to 32 suburbs instead of just 10.

Aspleycare is a ministry of Our Lady and St Dympna’s Parish in Aspley. The community organisation started in 1979 and is composed of volunteers coming from both the parish and the general community.