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New Affordable Homes for Vulnerable and Low-Income Households Planned for Chermside

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Brisbane City Council has received a development application for a multiple dwelling on a 4,158-sqm site at 1004 Gympie Rd in Chermside.

Lodged by The Salvation Army (Queensland) Property Trust, the proposal is seeking to build a three-storey residential building with 21 two-bedroom units and five three-bedroom units.

The development aims to provide housing choice for vulnerable and low-income households who are transitioning out of crisis accommodation services offered by The Salvation Army.

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If approved, the applicant will include 1,427 sqm of communal open space at the ground level that will have a sports area, turfed lawn, and a variety of informal seating.

Prepared by DC8 Studio, the architectural design showed the central communal meeting spaces will be connected to outdoor space to provide added amenity and space for families in addition to their private home and balcony.

It will include an undercroft level for 20 car park spaces, with 16 of the car park spaces allotted for the residents and the rest for the visitors.

1004 Gympie Rd, Chermside (Photo credit: Google Street View)

The proposed three storeys exceeded the building height expectations in Gympie Road, as the subject site is located in a low-density residential zone where dwellings are predominantly one or two storeys in height.

TSA believes the additional height and density are required to maximise the amount of housing choice they offer to vulnerable persons.

The proposal has not received any public submissions yet but the applicant needs to provide further details regarding the DA based on the initial review carried out by BCC.

To know more about this proposed residential building, see Full DA- A005168702.

Experience Love at First Bite at This Cupcake Shop in Chermside

Photo Credit: The Cupcake Patisserie/Facebook

Cupcakes make life a little sweeter and if you’re craving for a bite right now, head to The Cupcake Patisserie on Hamilton Road in Chermside for a serving of tasty, moist, and fresh cupcakes.

They have an ever-changing menu, although you can expect the following flavours every day of the year, regardless of the season or special holiday: Vanilla, Double Choc, Red Velvet, Tim Tam, Fairy Floss, Salted Caramel, Rocky Road, Choc Fudge & Choc Peppermint.

The Cupcake Patisserie opened its first location in 2013 after owners Amanda Scott and Aimee Wilcox quit their corporate careers in hopes of bringing the home-made, hand-decorated baked goods they grew up with to the people of Brisbane.

Fast forward to the present day, the Cupcake Patisserie has earned a good reputation in Brisbane for their classic baked cupcakes and cakes. The success of Amanda and Aimee’s cupcake shop eventually led them to expand the business.

The ladies recently announced that they are opening a second shop in Clayfield this month. They will introduce a few more sweets like muffins, slices, and brownies in addition to their famous cupcakes and whole cakes.

The Cupcake Patisserie is located at the Westfield Chermside Shopping Centre in Hamilton Road and opens 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Gympie Road, Chermside Among Queensland’s Congestion Hotspots

Gympie Road, Chermside has turned out to be among Queensland’s congestion hotspots, the latest RACQ Red Spot Congestion Survey revealed.

Survey respondents nominated more than 450 roads across the State as those which caused unnecessary delays, according to RACQ spokesperson Lucinda Ross.

Pacific Motorway topped the list of most troublesome roads in Queensland. Gympie Road — specifically Hamilton Road intersection, and Beams Road intersection — had the third most number of responses. Centenary Motorway, Bruce Highway, and South Pine Road round out the first five.

Queensland’s top 10 most congested roads

Road Name and Specific locations receiving the most responses	Responses
Pacific Motorway (Eight Mile Plains to Loganholme, Exits 41 to 57, and Varsity Lakes to Elanora)	260
Centenary Motorway (Ipswich Motorway to Toowong, and Logan Motorway interchange)	117
Gympie Road (Hamilton Road intersection, and Beams Road intersection)	113
Bruce Highway (Pine Rivers to Sunshine Coast)	99
South Pine Road (Stafford Road intersection, and Eatons Crossing Road intersection)	74
Eumundi Noosa Road (Grays Road intersection)	53
Gateway Motorway (Wynnum Road and Old Cleveland Rd interchange areas and north of Deagon)	53
Moggill Road (Kenmore to Chapel Hill (Kenmore Road intersection, and Brookfield Road intersection)	52
Logan Road (Miles Platting Road and Padstow Road intersection, and Kessels Road and Mount Gravatt Capalaba Road intersection)	51
Captain Cook Highway (Smithfield roundabout, Cairns Western Arterial Road roundabout, and Aeroglen township).	49

Source:RACQ’s Red Spot Congestion Survey

“We put the call out to motorists across Queensland, who are in the best position to identify problem spots, to help us pinpoint the locations which continually cause them frustration behind the wheel,” Ms Ross said.

“These ‘red spots’ may be due to a set of traffic lights taking too long to change, not enough lanes, delays at a rail crossing, or something completely different.”

The results of the survey will be made available to Federal, State, and Local Governments. RACQ will also use the data to help prioritize its advocacy work.

“More than 2,500 nominations came in from across Queensland, so it’s clear congestion is an issue that really grinds our gears. It costs us time and lost productivity, and that’s why we need to address it now,” she said.

“We’ll use this information to guide our policy and use it to lobby all tiers of for solutions to bottlenecked areas.”

Check Out the Chermside Library at the North Regional Business Centre

The Chermside Library at the North Regional Business Centre offers its locals outstanding and accessible facilities and services in one central location.

Offering convenience for the community, the City of Brisbane Investment Corporation (CBIC) constructed the Chermside Library located at the North Regional Business Centre and Marchant ward office on the corner of Kittyhawk Drive and Hamilton Road in Chermside.

Here are some of the facilities that you can easily access at the Chermside Library:

Books
Magazines
Newspapers
eBooks
Digital resources
DVDs and CDs
Information services
Reference services
Internet
Wi-Fi
Photocopier
Scanner
Council information
Wheelchair accessible
Mobility device recharge station
Hearing loop
Quiet area
Outside terrace
Chinese collections
Italian collections
After hours chute

Apart from these facilities, there are also three community meeting rooms that have access to a kitchenette at the library. These meeting rooms can accommodate up to 200 people and can be set up for either lecture, workshop, or both. All meeting rooms are available for use and hire upon request.

Meeting Room facilities include the following:

Free Wi-Fi
Lectern
Electronic whiteboard
Data projector
Public access PC connected to data projector
Laptop connectivity to data projector (laptop not provided)
Macbook connectivity (mini display port to VGA adaptor cable)
IPad connectivity (iPad to VGA adaptor cable)
TV/DVD player
CD player
Wireless microphones
Kitchenette with chilled or boiling water on tap
Sink
Fridge and dishwasher (glasses, cups, saucers and teaspoons provided)
Tables (lockable wheels)
Chairs

One-Stop-Shop

Ever since Chermside’s first community library opened in 1952, the Council has been committed to ensuring that this facility will continue to evolve and be upgraded so that the Chermside Library will continuously be a safe, vibrant, and accessible place for people to meet, connect, relax, and learn.

NRBC Chermisde Library — *Photo credit: Google Maps*

Having the Chermside Library placed inside the North Regional Business Centre makes it a one-stop-shop precinct for all residents and businesses at Chermside and its nearby suburbs. Aside from the facilities and services offered at the library, people can also gain information and advice relating to licensing, permits, rates, local laws and compliance, account payments and animal registration, and more.

Opening Hours

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday	9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday	9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday	9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday	10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

* Please be advised that the Chermside Library and North Regional Business Centre

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Event Cinemas Chermside Commemorates 40th Anniversary of ‘Monty Python’s The Life of Brian’ with Special Screenings

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It’s been 40 years since the release of the British comedy film “Monty Python’s Life of Brian” and Chermside’s Event Cinemas at the Westfield Shopping Centre will be marking this milestone with two special screenings on Thursday, the 18th of April 2019.

The “Life of Brian” screenings will take place at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. in standard definition and mono-sound.

Tickets are at $20 per person, which comes with a complimentary tea and commemorative packs. Members of Event Cinemas, however, can purchase the ticket at $18.

For your convenience, you may book your tickets to this event via the cinema’s online facility.

“Monty Python’s Life of Brian” starred the sketch comedy group composed of Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Michael Palin, Eric Idle and Terry Jones. The latter also directed this movie that courted various controversy.

As a religious satire, “Life of Brian” centered on a Jewish man named Brian Cohen (played by Chapman) who was often mistaken as his neighbor, Jesus Christ. The film was met with protests from different religious groups at the time of its release in 1979, whilst some countries imposed a permanent ban on its screening.

However, “Life of Brian’s” notoriety only pushed the film’s popularity as a cult film. It became the highest grossing British movie outside of Britain and was always listed as one of the best comedy movies of all time.

Gateway Patrol Reminds Chermside Residents to “Think Like a Burglar” and Secure Their Homes

Whether they are leaving the house or just at home, Chermside and Wavell Heights residents are reminded to secure their homes as thieves have recently targeted a number of homes in these suburbs.

The Gateway Patrol Group said that to determine how secure a home is, one has to think like a burglar. Getting to know the neighbours is also an important step in keeping one’s property secured as residents can exchange contact numbers, for example, and keep an eye on each other’s homes.

To minimise the risk of break-ins, police are advising residents to consider the following:

From the outside of your home, consider how difficult it would be to break in.
Carefully observe any items or objects in your yard that could offer assistance to a would-be thief.
Are there any tools lying around your yard that could assist in prying open a window; are there any ladders laying beside the shed; or are trees and shrubs concealing windows providing cover for a burglar while they break in?
Do not leave keys hanging visibly on key hooks and store your keys out of sight and in a safe place.
Ensure all doors and windows are locked prior to leaving your house unoccupied.
A large percentage of burglaries reported to police indicate that burglars entered through an unlocked door or window.
If keys are left on display on a key holder, a burglar may take them to gain access to your house at a later time. The burglar may also use your car as the getaway vehicle.
Consider using CCTV. There are many reasonably priced user friendly systems available. CCTV at the home can be a deterrent to would-be thieves and can also be a helpful investigative tool for police.
Suspicious vehicles should be noted when observed in your neighbourhood.
Write down a description of the person or vehicle including registration number, make, model and colour.

For any suspicious behaviour, persons, or vehicle, residents should report it to the police. Contact Triple Zero (000) for an emergency or if a crime is in progress, otherwise contact Policelink on 131 444 or online or through the Policelink app.

You can also actively participate in crime prevention in your area by joining local Neighbourhood Watch Group or Dogs on Patrol pack.

Not yet confident that your home is secure enough? You may contact Gateway Crime Prevention Unit on Gateway.DCPC@police.qld.gov.auto, to request a police to conduct a free Home Security audit of your home.

It’s 2 for 1 Pizza Every Monday At Casa Cibo in Chermside

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Every Monday at Casa Cibo in Westfield Chermside is 2 for 1 Pizza night this April! From 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., diners may indulge in their choices of savoury and authentic Italian pizza prepared by their main pizzaiolo, Mario.

The buy-one-get-one-free offer is good for all types of pizza, including its gluten-free and vegan selections. You can order two different pizza variants when availing of the special Monday offer for dinner.

Casa Cibo’s pizza is baked in a woodfire oven imported from Naples, Italy. Thus, diners get that authentic flavour and crispy crust. You may check the menu online before dining in or ordering out.

Among the variants, however, it is the Mario’s Pepperoni which comes highly recommended. It’s topped with the basics — pepperoni, oregano, parmesan cheese, and olive oil. If you’re craving for the best comfort food, then this is what you should get.

Casa Cibo also serves other Italian dishes like pane, pasta, and risotto. They also have a selection of wine, cocktail drinks, and desserts.

This Chermside restaurant also has a children’s menu so there’s plenty of choices for everyone to enjoy.

New Chermside Farmers Market Opens at Kittyhawk Drive This March

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Are you looking for a new breakfast place in Chermside? Do you need retail therapy to decompress for the weekend?

A new Chermside Farmers Market will have its grand opening at the Kedron-Wavell Services Club carpark on Sunday, the 3rd of March, at 6:30 a.m. Located just 10 minutes off Brisbane CBD and a block from Westfield Chermside, trading on this market will happen every Sunday from hereon.

The new Chermside Farmers Market will have plenty of provisions and premium produce from Brisbane’s finest butchers, fishers, farmers, growers, chefs, bakers, baristas, and juicers. The venue will also feature hand-crafted creations from artists who will be selling pieces for the home or for gift-giving.

Among the participating local sellers are Wildbreads, High Class Burgers, Decor Botanics, The Piano Bar, and Badboys Doughnuts Australia.

*Photo Credit:* *Chermside Farmers Market/Facebook*

Parking is free at the new Chermside Farmers Market. The venue is also accessible to public transportation and there are ATM and restroom facilities.

Sample fruits, baked goods, doughnuts, and other breakfast treats with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or cold beverages for breakfast at the Chermside Farmers Market. Schedule your weekly food shopping and score unique finds from artisans.

The Chermside Farmers Market closes at 11:30 a.m. If you’re interested in becoming a stallholder, you may also send an online application.

7th Brigade Park in Chermside: Perfect Family Day-out Destination

One of Brisbane Northside’s largest parks, the 7th Brigade Park in Chermside is the perfect place for a day-out with the kids, with several playgrounds, dog off-leash area, and picnic areas located throughout the park to keep them busy playing and learning at the same time.

*Photo Credit: Brisbane City Council / Flickr*

7th Brigade Park is a popular location for casual family bike ride with the Downfall Creek Bikeway running through the park, as well as the 500-metre road skill track that is designed to help children learn road rules, complete with road signs, markings, and speed bumps.

Yet, there is so much more to explore in the park, particularly the playgrounds located on Beor Street, Delaware Street-Newman Road, Navarre Street, and Murphy Road.

A giant timber fort playground, the Kidspace, is a play space located along Murphy Road. It boasts impressive covered structures that encourage kids to swing, climb, slide, crawl, and play hide-and-seek.

The playground features a fairy tower, rocket control tower, ramps, balance beams, and slides. There are seating areas, some covered and some located underneath the trees, as well as barbeque facilities. For adults and older kids, there is a basketball half-court, cricket pitch, and a tennis court with rebound wall. The older playground with rockers, slides, and swing is located near the track as well.

Located just at the corner of Newman Road and Delaware Street is another shaded playground with a number of structures and equipment for kids to enjoy such as rock-climbing, stepping stones, monkey bars, rockers, swing, as well as a Liberty swing.

For the adults, there is also an area for exercising, complete with fitness equipment, as well as barbecue facilities and sheltered picnic tables. If the kids still have energy to burn and still wanting to explore the rest of the park, then you may head to another playground located on Beor Street, close to the dog off-leash area.

This expansive park offers lots of fun activities for everyone, especially for the children and teens, that an entire day may not be enough to enjoy them all. However, you and your kids can always come back for another round of family day at the 7th Brigade Park.

Major Upgrade to Congested Murphy and Ellison Roads Moves On

A major upgrade to Murphy Road and Ellison Road corridor at Geebung is underway and is expected to be completed by early 2020, according to Brisbane City Council.

This corridor forms an important link between Geebung station, Gympie Road, Westfield Chermside, and Marchant and 7^th Brigade Parks.

Both Murphy and Ellison Roads are used by more than 37,000 vehicles per day and traffic slows down during peak hours, according to Lord Mayor Graham Quirk.

“The Murphy Road and Ellison Road roundabout is also a well-known blackspot, with 11 accidents reported over a five-year period and this upgrade is expected to reduce the risk of crashes by 40 per cent at the intersections of Murphy and Ellison roads as well as Kittyhawk Drive and Butt Street,” said Cr Quirk.

“Without this congestion-busting upgrade, motorists using this intersection would be facing delays of up to 10-minutes and bumper-to-bumper queues by 2031.”

Infrastructure Chairman Amanda Cooper said the upgrade would make it easier for the community to access lifestyle amenities on offer.

“It’s not just about making it easier for motorists. This upgrade will also deliver benefits for pedestrians, cyclists and buses with signalised crossings, on-road cycle lanes as well as indented bus lanes,” Cr Cooper said.

“The project will also deliver benefits for park-users, with off-road parking for 80 vehicles at Marchant Park and 7th Brigade Park.

Traffic congestion — *Photo credit: nile/Pixabay*

To provide real action on the problem of congestion, the Brisbane City Council put up road improvement projects such as this. The project aims to:

improve traffic
reduce congestion
increase safety for road users
help cater for existing and future traffic demands along this busy corridor.

A signalised intersection will be installed to replace the existing roundabout. Roads leading to the intersection will be widened. In particular, Murphy Road will be widened from two to four lanes from the Gympie Road intersection to north of the Butt Street intersection.

Murphy and Ellison Roads after upgrade — *Photo credit: Project Update March 2018/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au*

The Butt Street and Murphy Road intersection will also be signalised which will improve safety for pedestrians and vehicles accessing Butt Street.

The upgrade also involves:

provision of a three lane southbound approach on Murphy Road
widening Ellison Road to four lanes between Danette and Gambia Streets
upgrading the Kittyhawk Drive and Murphy Road intersection to include:
- additional through lanes in each direction
- a right-turn pocket into Kittyhawk Drive, and
- a U-turn facility for southbound traffic
signalising the Butt Street and Murphy Road intersection to include:
- a pedestrian crossing
- a right-turn pocket into Butt Street, and
- a new mini roundabout at the intersection of Butt Street and Fernlea Street
providing additional off-road car parking adjacent to Marchant Park and 7th Brigade Park
incorporating on-road cycle lanes in both directions on Murphy and Ellison Roads
converting Marathon Street and Blackwood Road to left-in, left-out access only to improve safety
constructing a new access road to Navarre Street
providing indented bus stops adjacent to the Murphy Road and Ellison Road intersection
landscaping and line marking
removing some trees

Indented bus bays — *Photo credit: Fly-through video/www.brisbane.qld.gov.au*

Works on the corridor upgrade has started mid-December 2018 and is expected to be completed in early 2020.

Fly-through video of Murphy Road and Ellison Road intersection upgrade
Brisbane City Council YouTube channel