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Queensland’s First Indoor Dry Ski Slope Opens Near Nundah; More Facilities Lined Up Next Year

Urban Xtreme opened Queensland’s first ever indoor dry ski slope in Hendra, at 4/370 Nudgee Rd, just three kilometres from Nundah, with a grand Launch on the 18th of November. The facility will be open every Tuesdays to Fridays from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and on Sundays from 9:00 am to 7:00 p.m.

What to Enjoy

Credit: Urban Xtreme YouTube

The indoor coaching facility is NOT cold, with temperatures in a comfortable range between 20-degrees Celsius to 30-degress Celscius. This environment makes great for skiers and snowboarders to learn the sports all year round as it accelerates the learning process by up to eight times than learning on snow.

The indoor facility uses advanced simulators that were manufactured by Maxxtraxks in the Netherlands. The slopes are designed similar to giant treadmills with high quality synthetic grass surface sprayed with water to create a realistic mist. The coaches have direct control of the slopes’ speed and slants, adjusting them for the safety of skiers and snowboarders.

The Urban Xtreme Ski Simulators are “better than the real thing” when it comes to learning to ski and snowboard. You can learn 8 x faster on these things than you can in real snow brand ambassador – Jacqui Cooper, a 5 x World Champion Aerial Skier

Who Will Enjoy

Advanced-level skiers or snowboarders (and even beginners!) are welcome at the Urban Xtreme slopes. The team of coaches is made up of professionals that are members of the Australian Professional Snowsport Instructors.

Aside from different coaching sessions, the slopes can also be rented for a private function with up to eight attendees or 12 persons if all of them are children. For group sessions however, skiers must be at least four years old and snowboarders must be at least 7 years old. Younger children are advised to take the one-on-one sessions.

More Extreme Activities Coming in 2018

Urban Xtreme will open a trampoline park in 2018. It will have over 1000 square metres of free jumping, slam dunk, high performance, big bag, dodgeball, and wall running.

A multi-level laser tag arena, with advanced “Helios” system and the world’s first broadcast ready live streaming facility, will also be launched early next year. The attraction is designed by Australia’s laser tag champion, Ben “Bootza” Baker.

Not to be outdone, Australia’s Xtreme Ninja brand ambassador and Ninja Warrior, Lachlan Fyfe, has designed an indoor Ninja Warrior and parkour course in Brisbane. It will also be open early next year.

Kids will have their own course with the Urban Extreme Adventure Play. It will have mini tramps, mini climbing wall, and other facilities that will develop their physical abilities and endurance.

To book for a coaching session at Urban Xtreme, click here.

Sex Pistols’ Glen Matlock Is Back And His First Stop Is Nundah

Glen Matlock, the pioneer member of Sex Pistols, is back Down Under to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the band’s first album, “Never Mind The Bollocks.” Matlock’s first stop is in Nundah, on Friday, the 10th of November, at the Prince Of Wales Hotel.

Credit: Sex Pistols VEVO/YouTube

The concert is hosted by the Nightmare Music, a mainstay of successful concerts in the country. Nightmare Music has been handling events for the entertainment industry for more than 20 years now. The promotion company has been behind the Australian launch of Matthew Sweet, Indigo Girls, M People, The Bellrays, Prong, Slim Jim and The Meat Puppets among others. It also has worked with AC/DC, Cindy Lauper and Brian Adams.

Special Album Release

Just in time for Matlock’s Nundah concert, a budget-priced edition of the “Never Mind The Bollocks” album was released. The special release contains 3 CDs and includes the original studio album with 1977 B-sides, a disc of behind-the-scenes, and a disc of 1977 live recordings.

Also included is a DVD showing the Sex Pistols live from the boat party on the River Thames, other locations across the United Kingdom, and Sweden.

Credit: Sex Pistols VEVO/YouTube

The album also comes with a book featuring tales from known music reporter, Pat Gilbert, and never-before-seen photos from Bob Gruen, Barry Plummer, John Tiberi and Dave Wainwright.

To know more about the deluxe edition of the album, click here.

Through The Years

After leaving Sex Pistols in 1977 and being replaced by Sid Vicious, Matlock has continued his music career, forming the new wave band “Rich Kids”, known for the album “Ghosts of Princes in Towers”.

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Rich Kids’ popularity was short-lived, and after Sex Pistols disbanded in 1978, Vicious and Matlock also had a brief time playing together at another band called “The Vicious White Kids”. A CD of this short gig together was only released in 1993.

Credit: Johan Cederblad/YouTube

In 1979, Matlock reappeared with Iggy Pop, toured throughout 1979, and wrote the album “Soldier” and the track “Ambition”. The association with Sex Pistols, however, has remained strong. Matlock published an autobiography in 1990 titled, “I Was A Teenage Sex Pistols”.

In the early 90’s Matlock has continued with his musical career with The Mavericks. He did records collaborations with Ian Hunter, Frank Black and Primal Scream, until eventually going solo under Alan McGee’s Creation Records in 1995. He released his first solo album “Who’s He Think He Is When He’s At Home” in 1996, reuniting with the Sex Pistols in the same year for the “Filthy Lucre” world tour.

Credit: The Clip King/YouTube

All through 2001 to 2005, Matlock was a member of the Dead Men Walking. The band has been famous across the United Kingdom. At present, Matlock is with his band, The Philistines. The band’s fourth album has been successful since its release in 2010 and the band has since toured the world.

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Amidst success with his own music career, however, Matlock will always be best remembered as a member of the original Sex Pistols.

Click here for ticket information and purchase.

To know more about parking and other related concerns at The Prince of Wales Hotel, please click here.

Nundah Community Enterprises Cooperative Given “We Are Queensland” Grant

In an announcement made earlier this month, the Queensland state government’s “We Are Queensland“ program has recognised the Nundah Community Enterprises Cooperative (NCEC) as one of the lucky recipients of their grant for projects that will connect the Nundah community.

“We Are Queensland”

“We Are Queensland” is a small grants program funding projects that are foreseen to encourage social cohesion. Queensland formed this grant program to celebrate the diversity and individuality of every people living in Queensland through community-led projects that will bring together the local communities.

The grant is open to different organisations who are undertaking programs that will build family linkages to a broader Queensland community and will support community-based activities that will build bonds between people with different backgrounds.

NCEC connects the community.

NCEC received a grant amounting to $19,727 to fund their new program, “Picnics in the Park”. More than just free picnics that will be organised across North East Brisbane, the project will also encourage the community to connect and to learn about their advocacy.

Dating back in 1998, NCEC was formed to provide sustainable employment and training opportunities for people with mental conditions, learning difficulties, and intellectual disabilities. The organisation brings another “hope” and another “chance” for these people to move forward and live their lives “beyond” their limiting conditions.

As a non-profit organisation, NCEC was named as Australia’s best small social enterprise in 2015 and was a finalist in the years 2014 and 2016. They are currently training more than 20 people to have a meaningful work opportunities with the help of their two initiatives — Espresso Train Cafe & Catering and NCEC Parks & Maintenance.

Espresso Train Cafe & Catering

Espresso Train Cafe & Catering located at Station Street is serving their “superb” brewed Aromas Premium Organic Beans, together with their menu that is made from scratch. The cafe is not owned by anyone; instead, the staff are NCEC members and “trainees” that are working to make the initiative more economically, environmentally, and, of course, socially sustainable. They are not receiving an ongoing funding, so the whole operation of the cafe relies on their sales and the dedication of their members.

“We don’t employ people to make coffee; we make coffee so we can employ people.” — Espresso Train Cafe & Catering

The cafe also “suspends” coffees. What is a suspended coffee? It’s a movement that originated in Naples, Italy. A customer buys two coffees — one for him and another one being held in “suspension” until someone less fortunate comes to claim it. They may be homeless, people with mental illness who struggle, or asylum seekers. The cafe has been practicing this movement since 2013.

NCEC Parks & Property Maintenance

Parks & Property Maintenance is also a NCEC initiative. NCEC “maintains” public parks, not just in Nundah, but also in other parts of Brisbane through the help of the NCEC Parks crew. They are dedicated to preserving and maintaining parks and other places where families and the whole community connect and create bond.

Visit the NCEC website for further details about their projects that will help the disadvantaged workers and the rest of the community.

What To Do in Nundah This Week

Keep yourself busy with these events and activities happening in and around Nundah this week.

Friday, 20 October

VIP Champagne & Shopping Event

Tickets: FREE

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Vagelis Cafe & Bar

Photo credit: Arbonne Australia & New Zealand/Facebook

Everyone is invited to this VIP shopping experience, whether for early Christmas shopping, or simply because, it’s shopping — so, why not? Oh, and there’s champagne while you shop, so again, why ever not? The Vagelis Cafe & Bar will play host to the annual VIP Champagne and Shopping Event that will feature limited edition Arbonne products and their holiday collection. Arbonne is an international brand of botanically-based personal care products and nutrition.

Friday, 20 September

FemMetalRoc Showcase

Tickets:

$10 – pre-purchase online
$15 – on the day

Time: 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Venue: Prince of Wales Hotel

Photo credit: Pulpitation Music Promotions/Facebook

Pulpitation Music Promotions and Beats Cartel will present an evening of girl power! Female rock bands, headlined by Tai Sui, will rock the crowd with their heavy metal and punk rock pieces. Tai Sui’s music is a fusion genre of heavy metal and hip hop.

There are other bands to watch out for at this event. Tickets are both available online and at the gate.

Saturday, 21 October

Gong Sound Immersion

Tickets: $35

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Bikram Yoga

Photo credit: Gong Sound Meditation/Facebook

Sound Practitioner Leith James will be conducting a “Gong Sound Meditation,” said to be like a lasting massage experience. Participants will lay on their back in a savasana position, while the gongs are being played, to let the sound waves move through the nervous system.

All yoga mats and blankets will be supplied. Do remember to wear comfy clothes and leave the kids at home.

Sunday, 22 October

Self-Defense Workshop

Tickets: FREE

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Venue: Stage 6 Health & Fitness

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Stage 6 Health & Fitness is hosting free community events. This week, it’s all about learning self-defense. The workshop will cover understanding the predator’s mindset, ways to avoid being seen as an easy target, physical practices (break grips, chike, and joint locks), and ways to overcome strength deficit.

What’s Happening in Nundah this Week

Nundah peeps are in for a busy week with the following line-up of events and activities:

Thursday, 12 October

Boomerang Bags Sewing Bee

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Venue: 14 Station Street, Nundah

Boomerang Bags (BB) is a non-profit grassroots initiative that empowers the community to engage in productive activities to reduce the use of plastic bags, such as sewing and distributing reusable shopping bags. BB Nundah aims to provide 100 bags to the Nundah Neighbourhood Centre and its food drives. In line with this mission, BB Nundah is inviting the community to join their first “Sewing Bee”. No worries, sewing skills are not necessary.

Donate your time and help the BB Nundah reach their goal. All equipments and materials will be provided.

Sunday, 15 October

Nundah State School Spring Fair

Tickets:

$30 per armband (online purchase)
$37 per armband (on the day purchase)

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Venue: Nundah State School

Photo credit: Nundah State School Spring Fair/Facebook

Nundah State School will come alive to celebrate a “World of Fun in a Day”! This is a family fun day with heaps of family entertainment, multicultural food, community group stalls and displays, raffles, silent auctions, and carnival amusement rides.

Armbands are already on sale. You can either purchase the armbands online or on the day of the event. For online purchases, bring your receipts to the ticket booth to collect the armbands.

Saturday, 15 October

Queensland Speed Championships – Marathons

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Venue: Albert Bishop Park

Photo credit: Speed Zone Roller Sports Club, Inline Speed Skating/Facebook

Speedzone Roller Sports Club will hold a speed skating marathon and a half marathon on Sunday. The Speed Championships is open for the club members and all other clubs of Skate Australia. The club also invites the Nundah community to spectate and support the championships. This event is also an opportunity to introduce what Inline Speed Skating is all about.

Go Metal and Rock for West Papua at Nundah’s Prince of Wales Hotel

Support the indigenous people of West Papua through the “Rockin’ for West Papua” event at the Prince of Wales Hotel. Rockin’ for West Papua is a global movement concert that raises awareness about West Papua. This global event started last year and all of the funds raised went to the Free West Papua Campaign.

Believing that music is a weapon, different countries around the world have expressed support for this worldwide concert movement. In Australia, Rockin’ for West Papua gigs will be celebrated at Sydney, Melbourne, Darwin, Canberra, Warnambool, Castlemaine, and Nundah, Brisbane.

Event Details

Date	Friday, 6 October
Time	7:30 p.m. – midnight
Tickets	$10 at the gate
Venue	Prince of Wales Hotel, Nundah

Here is the band lineup for the Nundah’s Rockin’ for West Papua.

New Clear Vision

Set Time: 11:00 p.m.

Specialising in Nu Metal Genre, New Clear Vision will rock your night away. Band members Brad Bromfield, Adam Kane, Shannon Wells, CJ Nash, and Matt McPherson are fusing some frenetic drumming, guitar riffs, and vocals that will bring metal into your system.

Bitter Lungs

Set Time: 10:15 p.m.

The Bitter Lungs will keep your head banging with their favourite hits from their digital album, including 3 AM and Parasite. The five-piece rock band will be playing their signature punk and hardcore music.

Kold Creature

Set Time: 9:30 p.m.

South of Brisbane is the home of the Kold Creature band. This is not just your typical headbanging rock band. Since 2013, Kold has been playing original Melodic and Groove Metal Music that is also soulful.

Kobrakai

Set Time: 8:45 p.m.

Kobrakai focuses on both introspective and altruistic pieces. Band members Phyl, Neil, and Dave will use the rhythm of different metal pieces to prove that music is a weapon to awareness.

Charlie Rebel

Set Time: 8:00 p.m.

Hailing from the Gold Coast, Charlie Rebel is a collaboration of the Torr brothers, Nick and Chris. They have been active in the Australian music industry for the past six years and have been performing under renowned Australian producer, Guy Cooper, after a series of successful gigs.

Rockin’ for West Papua will be a reminder that music is, indeed, a powerful tool to bring the community together to unite with one common goal — helping. Visit the event page for further details.

Party and Stay Comfy @ the Barefoot Cocktail Party in Nundah

Dress to the nines but leave your shoes at home. Stage 6 Health & Fitness moved to a bigger and a cozier home. To welcome the Nundah community as they christen their new digs in style, they’re holding a “Barefoot Cocktail Party” on Saturday, 16th of September. You can wear your fanciest party clothes, just make sure to come sans any footwear. The party will start at 5:30 p.m. until midnight.

The Comfort of Partying Barefooted

Wanting to emphasize that “fancy” and “homey” need not be mutually exclusive, Stage 6 invites Nundah to feel comfortable enough to go barefoot beyond their home and into their new “health and fitness home”. This opening soiree is all about being able to relax, kick off your shoes, and be laid back while partying your heart out.

Moving Up

Photo credit: Stage 6 Health & Fitness/Facebook

Stage 6 takes another leap to success as they “move up” to their new Nundah place. In 2014, Matt Rutley, owner and head trainer, and his wife, Amelia, built Stage 6 from the ground up. Literally. They built, painted, refurbished, repurposed, and recycled their first home through the help of the people around them.

The Rutleys established the fitness centre to provide a gym for people who don’t enjoy going to regular gyms. Stage 6 is like a playground of exploration and discovery of people’s real strength and fitness with a “homey” ambiance and without pressure.

In keeping with their desire to inspire community effort towards a common goal, Stage 6 is also known for the interesting “collaboration murals” that they have around the centre. For this location, they did not disappoint. A couple of months ago, they had a “Stage 6 Movin’ Up (the road) Working Bee” initiative that invited the community for the renovation, repainting, and re-designing of their new home. This showed that Stage 6 is more than just a fitness centre, but also a home that combines fitness and the creativity of the people behind it.

Tickets

Tickets cost $30 per head, inclusive of cocktails and drinks, food, and canapes. There’s no pre-purchasing of tickets online. Just purchase the tickets from Matt and Amelia at Stage 6. You can also RSVP on Wednesday, the 13th of September.

Visit the event page or Stage 6 website and Facebook page for updates.

Walk for Parkinson’s @ Nundah’s Albert Bishop Park

Join Parkinson’s QLD as they bring back “Walk in the Park” this year. Spend the weekend by taking the whole family to the Albert Bishop Park this Sunday, 10th of September, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. It’s the perfect time to get moving and spend quality time with your family, while helping Parkinson’s QLD continue their important work.

Parkinson’s QLD is a non-profit organisation that works closely in identifying, developing, and promoting the best practices to support people living with Parkinson’s through their support groups across Queensland.

Parkinson’s Disease is a chronic and progressive neurological condition that affects movements with an unknown cause. It involves a malfunction of the vital nerve cells in the brain, neurons, that produce dopamine, a neurotransmitter that sends message to the part of the brain that controls movements.

There are over 17,000 Queenslanders living with Parkinson’s. Although there is no cure, there are treatment options that include medication and surgery to manage its symptoms.

Walk, Run, Cycle, and Have Fun

Participants can simply just walk in the park; participate in the 2-kilometre, 5-kilometre, and 10-kilometre walk or run; or join the friendly cycling competition. The routes are located on paved footpaths and boardwalks that are prams and wheelchairs accessible. You can also walk your fur babies on the routes.

Proving that this is a family-friendly event, there will be entertainment throughout. The main stage will be filled with live entertainment and presentations of the sponsors and delegates. The Kids Zone will keep the kids busy with the jumping castle and face painting.

Food will not be problem on the event as a variety of food options will be available. Everyone should “re-charge” after the walk, run, and cycle, so there will be water stations throughout the park.

Registration

The online registration closes on Wednesday, 6th of September. Late entries or the “on the day” registrations will be accepted at the registration marquee. Come early to avoid the queues and other inconveniences.

Entry Fees (On the day)

$40 – Adult
$35 – Concession/Student/Senior
$25 – Children 5-15 years of age
FREE for children 5 years of age and under

All participants will receive a participation and dedication bib and a special gift. Don’t forget to bring your IDs, especially for those who registered online.

Transport & Parking

Using the “Walkers Way”, the nearest bus stop is the Widdop Street Bus Stop Number 39/45, a 9-minute walk to the park, while the nearest train station is the Toombul Station, a 15-minute walk to the park. Visit the Translink Journey Planner for detailed routes.

Car park spaces in the Albert Bishop Park are limited. However, street parking will be available. Carpooling, using public transport, or using Uber may be advisable to avoid inconveniences in finding a parking space.

Get moving for people with Parkinson’s. Visit the event page or Parkinson’s QLD website and Facebook for further details and updates.

Proposal for a Nundah Child Care Centre is Still Pending for Approval

Town Planning Alliance, a company that specializes in delivering the best planning and development advisory services, lodged a development application for Nundah Child Care Centre in the middle of this year. The development is located at 254 and 258 Buckland Road, Nundah.

The proposal is still awaiting confirmation after the Council required the development application to satisfy the Stormwater Code, including a request for an amended plan to show that the existing house roof water will drain to the drainage system.

Proposed Plans

Photo credit: D.A. No. A004647729, Brisbane City Council

Town Planning Alliance lodged the application in behalf of the Smithfield Property Group. It is a Brisbane-based firm that specialises in property development, funds management, and development management. They largely focus on niche projects involving suburban retail, residential, and child care projects in Brisbane.

The Nundah Child Care Centre is just one of Smithfield’s child care projects. Opus Architecture, a firm that services the public, commercial, health, leisure, and education sectors, designed the plans for the centre.

The plan proposes a facility with a maximum building height of two storeys in compliance with the Nundah District Neighbourhood Plan. The centre is designed to accommodate 83 children and is planned to operate from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. only.

The proposal also shows that there will be four to five play areas (including the play deck) around the centre. Below the play deck, there will be an undercroft parking area with 17 car park spaces. Vehicle access will be provided from Buckland Road.

A sub-division has also been proposed to retain the existing dwelling, allowing 450 square metres for the lot and 1,164 square metres for the new centre. This will allow the project to keep the surrounding development and comply with the Low Density Residential Zone.

Development Details

New two storey building with height of 9.5 metres
559 square metre of GFA
845 square metre for play areas
Site coverage of 604 square metres
Undercroft car parking

The development application is still open for suggestions. You can lodge your submissions on the Brisbane City Council PD Online page for the development. Smithfield will place the Nundah Child Care Centre for sale upon completion.

Kerbside Collection Time in Nundah: Time to Take Out Those Large Household Items

The Brisbane City Council’s (BCC) Kerbside Collection is set to happen on Monday, 7th of August, in the Nundah neighbourhood. Everyone is advised to take out their old sofa, dining sets, and other pieces of furniture and appliances that are too big for the wheelie bin this weekend.

All items should be placed on the kerb by 6:00 a.m. at the start of the collection period. Be mindful of the items you will take out. The Council will not collect unacceptable items that are placed on the kerb.

Acceptable Items:

furniture and white goods (e.g. fridges and stoves)
small household appliances (e.g. fans and toasters)
carpet and rugs
bath and laundry tubs
wood products less than 1.5 metres
bicycles and sporting equipment
electronic waste (e.g. televisions and computers)

Unacceptable Items:

garden waste (e.g. trees, grass, potted plants)
dirt and stones
bricks and concrete
commercial builders waste
car parts and tyres, including car batteries
general household waste (e.g. food scraps)
liquids
hazardous wastes (e.g. chemicals, oil, asbestos)
gas bottles
glass and mirrors
household waste that normally goes into your waste or recycling bin

Failure to remove unacceptable items within seven days will result into illegal dumping fines.

Tips and Guidelines

Apart from making sure that the items you will take out are acceptable, the items should be properly piled up. For items that must be placed in boxes, organise each box by putting labels and secure them properly for any weather condition. Keep the piles tidy to avoid blockage on the footpaths and roadways.

The piles should not be larger than two cubic metres or a small box trailer load. Also remember to remove the doors of the refrigerators and cupboards.

Be courteous to the collectors. The items should be easily and safely lifted by two people. Do not leave sharp objects on the pile.

Time for Scavenger Hunting

No room for mess like this
Photo credit: www.keng.id.au

One man’s trash could be another man’s treasure. There is no local law in Brisbane that will prevent people from scavenging off other people’s rubbish, so scavenger hunting is on this weekend.

For the scavengers looking for something to recycle and upcycle, always remember the words “courtesy” and “respect”. Other people’s pile should always be left tidy after rummaging through it. Your neighbours followed the council’s guideline of keeping their piles neat. It’s your obligation to keep it that way or to make it even neater than they were.

Keep your vehicles and ute ready this weekend. You never know what you will find on your neighbours’ kerbs.

Late for the Kerbside? No Problem.

BCC has another option on how to reduce waste to landfill. The Resource Recovery Centre is open for both recyclable and green or general waste. The centres are located at Nudgee, Willawong, Ferny Grove, and Chandler.

Vehicles that are under 4.5 tonnes Combined Gross Vehicle Mass (CGVM) can use the drive-through recycling area for free, whilst vehicles above 4.5 tonnes CGVM can still recycle, but with fees applied.

Donating usable household items is a great option. There are charities around Brisbane that will accept these items with open arms. You may have missed the Kerbside Collection, but you will not miss helping the people in need.

GIVIT is a national non-profit virtual organisation founded by CEO Juliette Wright. They support all agencies, services, and charities in Australia to store, sort out, and distribute the donations to specific individuals or communities who exactly need the items.

Photo credit: http://ajaneday.blogspot.com/

Kerbside Collection comes only once a year. This will be a busy weekend for the whole neighbourhood because it’s time to take those unwanted belongings out.

Visit the BCC’s official website to know more about waste management disposals.