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Shop Unique Items @ the Etsy Community Market in Nundah’s Neighbour Ascot

Bris Style will be hosting the “Etsy Community Market powered by Square” at the Eagle Farm Racecourse in Ascot on Saturday, the 29th of July, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

What is Etsy?

Fox & Willows
(Photo credit: Bris Style/Facebook)

Etsy is a global creative commerce platform that encourages small entrepreneurs to showcase their unique goods. It is an online shopping website with different registered sellers of various products — handmade items, vintage goods, and craft supplies.

There are boutiques, craft fairs, and flea markets that the Etsy Teams are organising to help the community find and shop items offline. Etsy Team is a community feature in Etsy that is based in a certain location, where sellers connect with other sellers.

Bris Style — Etsy Team in Brisbane

Two Little Nods
(Photo credit: Bris Style/Facebook)

Bris Style is a Brisbane-based Etsy Team formed in March 2008 when a small group of Brisbane-based sellers met for tea. The team has since grown to a group of over 350 members, sharing the same interests in handmade, vintage, and crafted goods.

Although Bris Style no longer requires their members to have an active Etsy store, they are still the official Brisbane Etsy Team. They work closely with Etsy events such as the Etsy Community Market in Ascot.

Meet the Bris Stylers here.

The Etsy Community Market

Baby Jones Design
(Photo credit: Bris Style/Facebook)

There will be over 100 sellers in the Etsy Community Market. Local makers, artists, designers, and curators will showcase their handmade goods, vintage stuff, and other interesting products.

Foodies will be delighted with the gourmet fare and various selections of beverages, available at the food precinct. Wines will also be served at the bar. Live music acts, craft workshops, and an artist demo by Ironlak are the highlights to watch out for.

The market is seen to be crowded as families from the surrounding suburbs will be there. Here are the tips before going to the Etsy Community Market.

Transport

The Eagle Farm Racecourse is at 230 Lancaster Road, Ascot. Contact Translink or visit the Translink’s Journey Planner for the timetable.

Parking

For people arriving by car, there are over 800 parking slots on the venue for free that are accessible via the Nudgee Road. Disabled parking bays are accessible via the McGill Avenue.

Entry

No pre-purchasing of tickets required, but the admission fees should be paid at the gate. The market operates on a private property that includes facilities like toilets and ATMs, so there will be an entry fee of $2 per person. However, children are free to enter the event.

Credit Cards are Accepted

Square
(Photo credit: Bris Style/Facebook)

All of the stalls in the Etsy Community Market will be equipped with Square Readers. Everyone can pay directly via debit/credit cards and mobile wallets for a convenient shopping experience.

Dress Code

Just like any other event, wear your comfy clothes. Tank tops, shorts, and thongs are allowed.

Further details can be viewed on the Facebook event page.

Nundah & Whole Brisbane are Invited to Host a Pyjama Day

Host a “Pyjama Day” party with family, friends, and colleagues and wear your best jammies and onesies all day. The “National Pyjama Day” is a project of The Pyjama Foundation to raise funds for children in foster care.

The official date for the National Pyjama Day is on the 21st of July, but anyone can hold a Pyjama Day at anytime throughout July and August.

The Pyjama Foundation

7/10 Depot Street, Banyo

Bronwyn Sheehan founded The Pyjama Foundation in 2004 to give children in foster care the opportunity to change directions in their lives. Ms. Sheehan realised that children in foster care may not be given the same opportunities as children who are not.

The Australian Institute of Family Studies cites that many young children and teens below 18 years old are pulled out from their original homes due to child abuse, trauma, and neglect. This often leads to poor health, inadequate attachments, and educational outcomes.

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, there are:

92% of children in care that are below average in reading level at age 7
75% of children in care that do not complete 12 years of school; and
35% of children in care that are entering the juvenile system.

With the children’s lack of literacy and their particular educational needs, The Pyjama Foundation aims to close the gap and connect the children in care with adult mentors to increase their learning and educational outcomes.

Love of Learning Program

“Pyjama Angels” are volunteers that are matched to every child in a foster care as the part of the Love of Learning Program. They will meet the same child every week for 1.5 hours. They will read books to the children, play educational games, and other activities involving literacy, numeracy, and mentoring.

One way of helping the children in foster care is hosting or attending the Pyjama Day. Visit the event page for further details.

Check out The Pyjama Foundation’s website to know other options on how to help and get involved.

Step Up/Step Down Facility in Nundah is Soon to be Completed

The new Step Up/Step Down facility in Nundah is scheduled for completion in August 2017 under Woollam Constructions. The facility will provide short-term residential mental health services.

Nundah Prevention and Recovery Care Facility

Construction of this facility started in January 2017. Queensland Health chose the lot on 15 Union Street as the location of the project. Earlier this month, the Palaszczuk Government released $3.3 million budget out of the total $5 million proposed amount for the construction.

The plan is to build a three-storey residential care facility with 10-bed built sections for people in need of mental health services. This is in conjunction with the Step Up Step/Down Service.

What is Step Up/Step Down?

The adult Step Up/Step Down project started in South East Queensland and has now expanded to North Brisbane. It was based on the “Victorian Health Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC)” service model that was designed to provide services for people who are facing serious mental conditions and people who are in an early stage of recovery from an acute illness.

Model of Care

Admission to the rehabilitation home is voluntary for people 18-64 years of age. The facility can provide the following services:

Step Up – short-term residential support that aims to prevent deterioration or relapse for people who have tendencies of going to an acute mental health in-patient unit; and

Step Down – short intensive treatment and support in a residential setting for people who have recovered from an acute mental in-patient admission.

To be eligible for placement in the facility, consumers must be currently receiving active treatment from the Metro North Mental Health. The length of stay will vary depending on the consumer’s needs that will range from days to weeks (14 days average and 28 days maximum).

The Prince Charles Hospital (Photo credit: www.sth.com.au)

Other facilities in Brisbane are also scheduled to be completed. The Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital and The Prince Charles Hospital will soon have facilities for mental health services.

Read: New Adolescent Extended Treatment Facility to be Constructed in Chermside’s Prince Charles Hospital

For further info and details on how Queensland Government promote mental health services, visit the Queensland Health page.

Gear Up for the RACQ Motorfest @ Ascot this Weekend

The Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ) will bring back the RACQ Motorfest to Eagle Farm Racecourse, Ascot on Sunday, 9th of July, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Entry to the event only costs $2 per person and kids under three are free. All of the proceeds will go to the funds of RACQ LifeFlight Rescue, RACQ Capricorn Helicopter Rescue, RACQ CQ Rescue, and Heart of Australia.

Motorfest 2017 Highlights

Car buffs will have a grand time with the vehicle display. With the vehicle registration already done, show records indicate that more than 500 vintage, unique, and collector vehicles will be showcased during the event.

The whole family will enjoy the free amusement rides, complimentary face painting sessions, the petting zoo, and the food stalls that will be bringing some of Brisbane’s best delicious concessionaires together in one place. Dreamworld and Australia Zoo will also be there to showcase their attractions.

This year, RACQ will run the “Snap Share Win Competition”. Attendees should snap a selfie at the Motorfest and share it on Instagram with a hashtag #RACQMotorFest. It will be drawn on Monday, 10th of July, at 2:00 p.m. Winners will get Aussie World Family Passes ($175).

View the details here.

Important Reminders Before the Event

Car buffs and families from the surrounding suburbs will be at the event. The Motorfest can be crowded just like last year, so here are some tips before going to the RACQ Motorfest 2017.

Transport

The Eagle Farm Racecourse is at 230 Lancaster Road, Ascot. Contact Translink or visit the Translink’s Journey Planner for the timetable.

Parking

The venue has over 800 free car park slots available, accessible via the Nudgee Road. Allocated disabled parking bays are available within the venue, which are accessible via the McGill Avenue.

Entry

Pre-purchasing of tickets are not required. Admission fees should be paid at the gate on the event proper.

Pets

Although this is a family event, pets are not allowed to enter the Motorfest, due to the high volume of participants. Only guide dogs are allowed in the venue.

Dress Code

There is no strict dress code. Tank tops and shorts are allowed. Thongs are also accepted, but shoes are better. Bring extra set of clothes for the kids (for you, too) for this day-long event.

Alcohols

Alcohols are not allowed inside the premises. The Brisbane Racing Club reserves the right to confiscate any alcohol brought to the event.

ATMs & Toilets

There are three ATM machines in the area. Toilets (including facilities for the differently abled), and nappy-change facilities are available throughout the event. Refer to the map below.

Lost Property

Any lost property can be reported or claimed at the Lost & Found at the Event’s Office in the Legends Bar.

First Aid

For emergency and minor injuries, St. John’s Ambulance First Aid will be located inside the front entry gate. MotorFest Volunteers will be there to assist in any type of emergency situations.

Source: RACQOfficial/Youtube

Gear up and have fun at the Motorfest this year! Updates will be posted on the RACQ website and on the Motorfest Facebook event page.

Nudgee Bikeway Bridge Replacement @ Banyo; Closures Required in Nundah

A 100-metre section of the Kedron Brook Bikeway, between Nudgee Road, Nundah and Nudgee Road, Nudgee Beach will be temporarily closed from the 14th to 21st of July, to give way to the replacement of the Nudgee Bikeway Bridge.

The Nudgee Bikeway Bridge is part of the Kedron Brook Bikeway. The bridge is already at the end of its useful life. The replacement project is essential because there are approximately 1,100 cyclists and 220 pedestrians crossing the bridge everyday via the Kedron Brook Bikeway.

Brisbane City Council plans to replace the old bridge with a 3.5 metre-wide fibre composite bridge deck that will enhance the safety of both cyclists and pedestrian. The new bridge structure is seen to be more flexible to the salt water environment, suited to any environmental condition, and has low maintenance requirements.

Traffic controllers will be on site three days before and after the full closure of the bikeway to ensure the safety of all pedestrians and cyclists and to maintain their access through the work site. Proper signages will be installed at intervals along the Kedron Brook Bikeway.

Kedron Brook Bikeway

The Kedron Brook Bikeway is one of Brisbane’s busiest bikeways. Stretching for almost 20 kilometres from Mitchelton to Nundah, it connects to the Jim Soorley Bikeway on Nundah’s east. It is a valuable corridor for cycling, away from the traffic jams.

In the past few years, the bikeway has undergone major upgrades, including the recently completed “Kedron Brook Bikeway: Grinstead Park Shared Pathway Stage 2” project. The Grinstead Park stage provided the missing link in the off-road Kedron Brook Bikeway and ensured ease of access and connectivity to Grinstead Park, Kedron Brook’s existing bikeway, and the Stafford City Shopping Centre.

Check out the Brisbane City Council’s website for the details and construction updates of the Nudgee Bikeway Bridge Replacement Project and to view the current bikeway projects.

Frank the Cat Saved from Euthanasia; Rescue Group Sets Example for the Community

Nundah resident Annabella Verity, founder of I AM V Pet Rescue, took Frank, the Cat, from a pound in New South Wales and transferred him to Brisbane for recovery from infestation few months ago. Frank already found a home and is now getting better. Ms. Verity urges the public to take cats and other animals to the vet and not to the pound.

Lucky Frankie

(Photo credit: I AM V Pet Rescue/Facebook)

Frank is one lucky feline that was rescued from euthanasia after being dumped in a pound. When Ms. Verity found him, he had horrible eye and ear infections, fleas, cough, and was underweight.

He was taken to a vet immediately, though not much help was given at the time due to his condition. With a heavy heart, Ms. Verity just took him home. She and Ang, a kindhearted individual who functioned as Frank’s temporary foster parent, took turns in caring for the troubled cat.

After a few days, Frank was seen by another vet, Dr. Paul of Grange Vet, who treated him with antibiotics, ointments, ear drops, vaccinations, food, and bath. The antibiotics did not work on Frank’s eye, so he needed surgery to keep him from going blind.

Frank’s eye surgery went well and he can now open his green eyes. Ms. Verity has now placed Frank with a “forever parent.” The cat is now happy with his new mum Nikki, and has flourished under her care. He is getting better every day, but he still needs follow-up care to prevent the relapse of infection in his eyes. Frank’s Go Fund Me page is still open for donations for his medications and rehab.

I AM V Pet Rescue

Frank got his second chance at life through I AM V Pet Rescue. It is a privately-funded, Brisbane-based animal rescue group organised by Ms. Verity. Frank is not the only feline rescued from euthanasia.

I AM V Pet Rescue’s mission is to save all the animals in Australian pounds and reduce the rate of euthanasia. They are also raising awareness about animal welfare issues, while raising funds to support veterinary care and rehabilitation of the rescued animals.

The foundation is dedicated to finding at least temporary shelters for animals in the pound, just to rescue them from euthanasia.

Updates and details on how to help and adopt the rescued animals can be viewed on their Facebook page.

Save Animals from Euthanasia

According to the Brisbane City Council, there were more than 5,000 cats and dogs that had been euthanised in the past three years.

Euthanasia of feral cats and stray dogs is a part of the council’s pest management program. Pounds usually euthanise sick animals without even consulting professional advise during the same time frame they were not adopted. Unfortunately, most of these feral cats and stray dogs were once domestic pets that were abandoned by its owners.

“People need to understand that owning an animal isn’t a right, it’s a privilege and with that privilege comes certain responsibilities,” RSPCA Spokesman Michael Beatty said.

Euthanasia is unavoidable, but saving few animals from being abandoned is a great help.

Nundah Art Show Will Share their Advocacy in a Creative Way

The third annual Nundah Art Show will happen in just a few days! On 2nd to 4th of June, the doors of Nundah Neighbourhood Centre will open to showcase some of the best works of art. The entry (for artists) ended last 21st of May for both major categories: Painting, Jewellery, Mixed Media, Photography, and Work on Paper; and the minor category Local Novice, wherein the entry for beginners’ and amateurs’ artwork is free to ensure that these artists can participate and showcase their talents. There are different prizes for each category that can be checked through the event page.

“Leave the Past Behind” — Wendy Cook
(Photo credit: Nundah Art Show/Facebook)

By the end of May, the collection of artwork will be available at the centre for the opening night on 2nd of June, the evening viewing, awards presentation, and raffles and prizes. Everyone is invited to come on this event. Entry will only require a “Gold Coin Donation”.

Participate by nominating your favourite art piece in the “People Choice Award” through postcards available at the event or at your local purveyor. Voting will start on the opening night until the last day of the art show. The daily viewing on 3rd and 4th of June will commence from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Take time to drop by and check out the collection; you might never know what you can find at the exhibit as the artwork are for sale.

The Advocacy of Nundah Art Show

(Photo credit: Nundah Art Show/Facebook)

The Nundah Neighbourhood Centre Art Show began in 2015 to raise awareness and funds for the issue of domestic violence. The 2016 Art Show was successful in channeling the funds that they have raised into programs such as art therapy workshops for women who are victims of domestic violence.

In line with their advocacy, this year’s art show will include a charity luncheon organised by the Nundah Neighbourhood Centre and the Hillhouse Burrough McKeown Lawyers, the major sponsor of the art show, to support the programs and workshops. During the luncheon, speakers Rebecca Poulson, Kim Burgess, and Wendy Cumes will share their stories and some important information on domestic violence.

Attending the luncheon will give participants the opportunity to pre-purchase artwork prior to the opening night. Further information can be viewed on the event page.

Art Show: Live

One week before the event, a week-long event was held by Toombul Shopping Centre, the principal sponsor of the art show. Artists shared their talents at the pop-up gallery as a teaser for the Nundah Art Show 2017.

*HAPPENING NOW* Live Art > Centre Stage, Toombul Shopping Centre Next Performance at 2pm. Don't miss it!
Posted by Art Show is Reb00ting on Friday, May 26, 2017

Nundah Art Show Charity Luncheon

Developer Buys Historic Nundah Queenslander at Auction

A historic Nundah Queenslander heritage home located at 79 Bage Street went under the gavel and was sold to an unnamed buyer, a “local developer” who bought it for $2.55 million. One question remains unanswered. “What will happen to the heritage home?” The identity of the local developer and his plans for the property have not been revealed.

The Heritage Home

The historic Nundah heritage home was believed to have been built in 1924. The property sits on over 1,630 square metres, which is an impressive four blocks.

Inside the historic home
(Photo credit: www.realestate.com.au)

The house still has its original gaslight fittings and pressed metal ceilings. It has remained in the hands of a single family since it was built, but went up for sale when the last family member passed away.

Auction Day

The heritage home went into auction with a total of 23 registered bidders. Its quadruple block location, covered by several titles, has inspired lively competition among bidders. With a starting bid of $1.2 million among 17 active bidders, the bidding rapidly increased to $2 million. The frenzied bidding eventually settled down to a final bid of $2.55 million, made by an anonymous local developer who eventually clinched the deal.

Worried Locals

Lots of space for possible development (Photo credit: www.realestate.com.au)

By refusing to be identified, the local developer has introduced an air of mystery concerning the fate of the heritage home. With the property covering such big, prime space, many things are possible.

Numerous residents of Nundah are not happy about the prospect of a major development in the area as a result of this sale. The locals are worried about the continuous removal of heritage homes in the northside communities and throughout Brisbane. One-by-one, antique and historic homes and properties are being developed into commercialised, modern structures.

Numerous Nundah residents are not happy about the prospect of a major development in the area as a result of this sale. The locals are worried about the continuous removal of heritage homes in the northside communities and throughout Brisbane. One-by-one, antique and historic homes and properties are being developed into commercialised, modern structures.

Nundah residents, particularly people whose families have been in the area for generations, feel that they are losing their heritage with what they consider to be “unnecessary” improvements in their community.

Similar appeals in other communities such as Coorparoo and New Farm are being made to save houses that they perceive should be on the heritage list and stop rampant commercial development in heritage sites.

“What will happen to this Nundah heritage home?” At this point, without further information from the developer who is keeping his cards close to his chest, only time will tell.

Nundah Office Building Sale Confirms Brisbane Area as Investment Destination

An A-grade office property in Nundah has been bought for $105.25 million in what appears to be the second biggest deal yet in Brisbane this year.

Centuria Property Funds, based in Sydney, is purchasing the building at 1231-1241 Sandgate Rd from Growthpoint Properties Australia. The two parties are expected to settle the deal in July 2017.

Australian Financial Review revealed that the sale is in line with Growthpoint’s strategy to cut debt and rebalance its portfolio.

Lure of Brisbane Property Investments

The extravagant Nundah property deal confirms a trend luring property investors to Queensland. With its healthy economic growth forecasts, investors are targeting Brisbane and its surrounding areas.

The price advantage that Brisbane has over Sydney and Melbourne is one reason why investors are becoming increasing interested in putting money in the local real estate market.

Centuria is upbeat about the Sandgate property considering the strong demand and decreasing office vacancy rates in the region.

Nundah, in particular, offers strategic location advantage as it is situated between Brisbane CBD and the airport. The suburb also provides top quality retail amenities and adequate access to trains and road infrastructure.

The 12,980-square-metre Nundah property is fully leased to tenants that include Energex and Powerlink. The Sandgate property is ideal for long-term investment, with a weighted average lease expiry (WALE) of 9.4 years and 81% of gross income coming from Queensland government owned tenants.

Nundah School to Shoot Music Video with Neil Finn Song after Positive Tweet from Musician

It was one fine day for a Neil Finn fan and film teacher Karyn Chapman when the musician replied positively to her tweet asking if her school could use his song for a music video.

Ms Chapman, who teaches in Mary MacKillop College in Nundah, was ecstatic when she read Neil Finn’s response to her tweet. She handles the school’s film and TV program. Part of the program is music video production for Year 11 students.

Ms Chapman has been a fan of Neil Finn since she was 13 years old. She admits having tweeted to him occasionally, but this was the first time that the musician replied. She told him that college is looking for a song to make a music video and asked if they could use one of his songs. Neil’s response was short and encouraging.

get out your camera and start shooting https://t.co/YnYA9f8C3a
— neil mullane finn (@NeilFinn) March 20, 2017

To create music videos, Ms Chapman’s students usually rely on royalty-free music they get from websites such as Bensound and Purple Planet. Unless they get expressed permission from musicians, their choices are limited to royalty-free music.

Since it’s often difficult to find royalty-free music, the school would look for emerging bands who would want a music video shot for them. That is why it was a pleasant surprise for Ms Chapman and her students to hear from someone as famous as the Split Enz and Crowded house musician.

Ms Chapman revealed that she’s not the only Neil Finn fan in the school. In fact, the school plays his music often during liturgies, assemblies or awards night.