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Haul Discounted Barely-Worn Designer Labels at Boudoir Bazaar Fashion Market in Chermside

Chermside fashionistas, ready your wallets as the Boudoir Bazaar Fashion Market returns!

Set for Sunday, the 9th of June 2019, this fashion bazaar will be held at the Chermside Bowls Club on 468 Rode Road to shop for discounted, barely-worn or gently-used designer labels for tops, bottoms, shoes, handbags, and accessories.

Stalls at the Boudoir Bazaar Fashion Market will open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and you’ll likely come across famous brands like Prada, Versace, Kate Spade, Mimco, Camilla, Zimmerman, and other top designer brands.

*Photo Credit: Boudoir Bazaar Fashion Market/Facebook*

Keep in mind that while many of these items are pre-loved pieces, these have been cleaned and are still definitely wearable or useful. After all, Boudoir Bazaar Fashion Market was organized to help reduce landfill wastes and promote repurposing or recycling. So, if you love fashion but don’t mind buying second-hand items to reduce your carbon footprint, then this bazaar is definitely for you!

And to make it really easy for you to drop by, this year’s Boudoir Bazaar Fashion Market has scrapped the entrance fee! So head on out to the stalls and purchase your fashion haul.

Sustainability Festival Green Heart Fair in Chermside Turns 10!

Congratulations, Chermside! This year’s bi-annual sustainability festival, the Green Heart Fair, is now on its 10th year!

Endorsed by the Brisbane City Council and managed by CitySmart, the first Green Heart Fair for 2019 will take place on Sunday, the 2nd of June 2019, from 9:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Families are enjoined to take part in the celebration. Head to the 7th Brigade Park to meet and mingle with eco-activists green experts, conservationists, eco-businesses and the average green thumbs and eco-enthusiasts of the community.

Discuss sustainability efforts as well as gardening tips over food and drinks provided by food trucks. Bring your kids along since they would not only to learn about how to take care of the Earth; they will also enjoy the activities, games, and performances provided by mascots and entertainers.

*Photo Credit: Green Heart Fair/Facebook*

The Green Heart Fair will also feature demonstrations and talks from eco-experts to educate and inform the public on how to reduce carbon footprint and create less impact on the environment. At least 100 stalls will be laid out comprising zones like Green Home and Cleanaway Waste.

As this is an outdoor sustainability event, participants will be asked to be mindful of the following:

Use reusable water bottles, coffee cups and drinking cups when purchasing drinks at the fair.
Walk or use a bike when going to the event.
Take the bus and use a go card instead of bringing a car.
Throw food wastes at proper bins.
Wear a hat.

Booking is not necessary as the Green Heart Fair is a free event. The next one for this year will be happening in September.

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

Photo Credit: Event Cinemas (Chermside)/Facebook

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

Photo Credit: Casa Cibo/Facebook

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

Photo Credit: Chermside Farmers Market/Facebook

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.

New $27-Million Facility at Chermside’s The Prince Charles Hospital to Support Young People with Mental Health Illness

Work has begun on a $27-million mental health facility at The Prince Charles Hospital in Chermside to support young people suffering from mental health issues.

According to the Queensland Government, the new centre is their response to the closure of the Barrett Adolescent Centre. Until its closure in 2014, the Barrett Adolescent Centre was the state’s only youth mental health centre that provided accommodation for patients.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said that the project is part of the government’s $68.2-million investment to rebuild and expand mental health services for young people.

“My government is committed to making sure Queensland’s most vulnerable young people have access to highly specialised healthcare services to help them recover and return to their family, friends and communities,” the Premier said.

“We are delivering for young people experiencing mental health issues who were abandoned by the LNP.

“I want to thank the patients of the former Barrett Adolescent Centre and their families, and other young people with a lived experience of mental health services for their invaluable input which will ensure that this facility and its services will be safe and effective.”

The new facility will include 12 beds, a full-time daily school, a common space as well as space for training and classes.

Minister for Health Steven Miles thinks the construction of the new facility ushers in a new era in the treatment of teens aged 13-18 years with severe and complex mental illness.

“The centre will provide assessment, treatment and rehabilitation that fully integrates mental health services with educational programs delivered by teachers from the Department of Education.

“It will also provide a structured environment with a focus on improving the overall function of young people to increase their capacity and confidence to successfully transition back to their community.”

The mental health centre is expected to start operation in 2020.

Police Conducting a Free Seminar on Staying safe at Schoolies in Chermside

Schoolies is almost here again. Time for school leavers to have their well-deserved week-long holidays after completing Year 12. Whilst this is a great time for students to have fun and celebrate with their mates, preparing for a safe Schoolies is both the parents and the students’ responsibility.

If you have a student who is attending the Schoolies in 2018 or 2019, North Brisbane Crime Prevention Unit is having a free seminar for parents and students. The seminar aims to help school leavers experience a safe Schoolies.

Event Details

What: Free seminar on staying safe at Schoolies.

When: Wednesday, October 17, 2018 (7:00 p.m.)

Where: Sky Lounge Kedron Wavell RSL, Hamilton Road, Chermside

Schoolies parents evening at Kedron Wavell RSL – 2017 Photo credit: mypolice.qld.gov.au

Conversations regarding the Schoolies always spark interesting conversations between parents and students. This event is a great venue for discussing personal safety tips for students attending Schoolies. The seminar will also have guest speakers who will provide a wide variety of information and answer any questions.

Bookings are essential due to limited spots. To book or for further information call the North Brisbane District Crime Prevention Unit on 07 3364 3313 or email gateway.dcpc@police.qld.gov.au.

Staying Safe at Schoolies

To make the most of Schoolies, students must learn how to keep themselves as well as their mates safe. Apart from the free seminar from the police, the government has a dedicated site where parents, carers, and leavers can access more information about Schoolies.

Whitsundays Schoolies and Gold Coast Schoolies will be held from Saturday, 17 November to Friday, 23 November 2018.

Snail Bait Found At A Dog Park In Stafford Heights

In the last month, a frequent visitor to Rode Road Dog Park in Stafford Heights discovered blue/green pellets in Grey Gum Park. He asked for help from the others to pick them up before it got too dark to see them.

It turns out that those pellets were snail pellets, which are very harmful to animals. What concerned park goers & dog owners most is that the pellets are scattered all over the dog park. Paul Rice, the person who discovered the pellets, immediately called the Brisbane City Council about this. BCC responded right away. Mr Rice also took to Facebook to warn residents about these pellets.

According to a council spokesman, upon receiving the report from Mr Rice, they immediately sent people out there to remove all the pellets. So far, the council hasn’t received any reports of animals getting sick following a visit to the park.

Another concerned citizen posted on the Rode Rd Dog Park Facebook page upon hearing the terrible news.

Death Cases In The City

Last year, there were some reported cases of animals that died from snail pellets in the city. Two of the animals, a cat and a dog, lived in the same neighbourhood in Victoria Point. Also in Victoria Point, in July of last year, two dogs were reported to have died due to ingesting snail bait, which was confirmed after they vomited out some of the bright blue granules.

Your Animals & Snail Pellets

According to the Animal Emergency Service (AES), Metaldehyde (green) and Methiocarb (blue) in pellet form are used to kill snails. Unfortunately, they are effective in killing dogs and cats as well. Apparently, animals like the taste of these pellets and so they ingest these freely when they find them.

The symptoms of snail bait poisoning are:

Excitement
Panting
Trembling (which can develop into major convulsions leading to death)
Excess salivation
Diarrhoea
Heat stress

Treating this may include inducing vomiting or proceeding to wash out the stomach under anaesthesia.

The AES is reminding everyone not to use these pellets to kill snails. There are other methods to prevent snails and slugs from damaging plants especially if you have other pets in your home.

Brisbane Metro to Eventually Serve Chermside, Carindale, and Springwood

Brisbane Metro could eventually be extended to Chermside, Carindale, and Springwood as part of Brisbane City Council’s integrated public transport solution to meet the city’s long-term transport requirements.

As indicated in the Council’s plans, the new Chermside line would feed into the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital station.

The Carindale line would feed into the Buranda metro station, whilst the Springwood line would be an extension of the Eight Mile Plains busway station.

According to Deputy Mayor Adrian Schrinner, the expanded Brisbane Metro would run along the Eastern Busway and Northern Busway extensions.

Dedicated bus lanes and construction of Brisbane Metro platforms are required for the extensions to be completed.

Updates on the Brisbane Metro

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The Brisbane Metro is expected to cost $944 million based on the assessments undertaken as part of the Business Case for the high-frequency public transport system.

In May 2018, the Federal Government confirmed a $300m funding commitment to Brisbane Metro in the 2018-19 Federal Budget and the Council is working closely with the State Government and Federal Government to progress detailed planning for Brisbane Metro.

Planning for the detailed specifications for all aspects of Brisbane Metro’s construction and operation are now underway following the release of the draft Design Report in April 2018.

Subject to approvals, Council expects procurement activities for Brisbane Metro to commence in mid-2018.

Detailed design and construction of Brisbane Metro are planned to commence in 2019, with metro services expected to commence in 2023.

For more information about Brisbane Metro, you can:

Call the project team on 1800 692 333 during business hours
Call Council on 07 3403 8888 after hours
Email the project team at metro@brisbane.qld.gov.au
Write to:
Brisbane Metro
Brisbane City Council
GPO Box 1434
Brisbane Qld 4001