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Avoid Illegal Dumping Fines and Get Ready for September Kerbside Collection in Chermside

Do you know that over $110,000 in fines was collected from Brisbane residents for illegal dumping in the last financial year? Unfortunately, Chermside has the most number of illegal dumping incidents, despite Council’s kerbside collection, along with Forest Lake, Sunnybank Hills, Carindale, Willawong and Inala.

As a result, the Council is keeping a sharp eye on Chermside to prevent illegal dumping. While the fines collected have been substantial, it is still not enough to cover for Council expenses for cleaning up the rubbish residents dump anywhere.

On average, Council spends $500,000 a year to clean up sites where illegal dumping is rampant.

“Every dollar spent cleaning up their mess is money that could be invested back into the community and spent on things like footpaths, parks or roads,” Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said.

“I encourage residents to correctly dispose of their rubbish and warn them that if you do the wrong thing, you will be caught, and fined.

*Photo Credit: Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner/Facebook*

Mr Schrinner also reminded residents that Council provides free kerbside collections regularly and there are avenues for which hazardous waste can be disposed of.

“There really is no excuse for residents to be illegally dumping anywhere in Brisbane.”

On Monday, the 2nd of Sept 2019, at 6:00 a.m. the Council will once again have its kerbside collection in Chermside. As of this writing, residents still have a few more days to gather acceptable items to be picked up by collectors.

If you include unacceptable items on your kerbside pile, the collectors will leave these behind. You could be fined if these are not removed within a week after the kerbside collection. So, be careful NOT to put these out for the pick-up:

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

Instead, make arrangements with waste reduction and recycling facilities to dispose of these unacceptable items properly. Phone Council at 07 3403 8888 for enquiries

All Saints’ Anglican Church in Chermside Opens Weekly Soup Kitchen

Did you know that the All Saints’ Anglican Church, located at 501 Hamilton Road in Chermside, now has a soup kitchen and may soon have other facilities to help the homeless? The new feeding program takes place once a week to supplement their hamper donation drive and other programs that the church members deliver to the community.

Organized by Fr Daniel Jayaraj, the soup kitchen is open every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. It’s held at the church halls and welcomes the homeless, the needy and the lonely to partake in a meal of vegetables, meat, coffee and cake.

Since the soup kitchen started over a month ago, the volunteers said that they saw people coming back.

*Photo Credit: All Saints’ Anglican Church, Chermside/Facebook*

“They feel comfortable, welcome and accepted,” Margaret Coombs said. “[The soup kitchen] reaches out to those in the community who need care, who need a meal, a time for fellowship with other people in the community.”

Fr Daniel, who arrived from Gladstone to Chermside sometime before Christmas in 2018, saw the need to open the soup kitchen when he realized that there are people sleeping outside the church. He also learned that the Chermside community has plenty of old people who dine alone in their homes.

“We want to fight against hunger and loneliness. The congregation is really excited about it and willing to help,” Fr Daniel said.

The soup kitchen complements the church’s grocery hamper donations to struggling families. This has been the practice since 30 years ago.

The church also plans to set up a charity shop, as well as a laundry and shower facility. Once installed, the needy may get coffee or second-hand clothes at the shop for $5, or take a shower and wash their clothes.

Find Old Treasures to Collect at Albion Antiques and Collectables Fair

You’ll be surprised at what you could find at an antique fair and if you love vintage stuff and old things, the Kedron-Wavell Services Club will be mounting the Albion Antiques and Collectables Fair this July.

Now in its fourth year, the Albion Antiques and Collectables Fair will run from Friday, the 19th, to Sunday, the 21st of July 2019. Kittyhawk Drive will be filled with a treasure trove of silverware, homeware, jewellery, furniture, and other interesting pieces.

*Photo Credit: Albion Antique and Collectables Fair/Facebook*

Antique dealers from all over Australia will be at this major antique fair in Brisbane. But aside from scoring deals on some prized items, visitors may also get a chance to talk to antique experts like Paolo Bertelli of Albion Antique Auctions and Rob Neilson or Roundabaout Antiques.

Tickets are at $8 to $10 to be paid at the entrance of the warehouse. Food stalls will be at the venue to serve snacks, refreshments or light meals.

Chermside: Top Brisbane Suburb for Unit Asking Price Discounting

Chermside unit vendors are the most generous when it comes to asking price discounting, a recent property market study revealed.

The latest report by Domain analysed the average rate of vendor discounting across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast. The analysis covered six months data to March 2019 and used a minimum of 30 observations whilst excluding properties that were sold through auction or were without a listed price

The report shows that in some suburbs, asking prices have dropped by as much as 12 percent. For units, Chermside was the top suburb where vendors provide the biggest discount on their unit asking price with an average of 8.90 percent whilst Carindale gave the largest percentage of discount with 8.50 percent

According to Domain, the median price of a two-bedroom unit in Chermside, based on sales within 12 months, is $370,000 or a decline of 4.6 percent from 2018. The average days on market for the same period was 177 days with a total of 70 units sold.

The unit median sale price in Chermside has been dropping since 2015, according the realestate.com.au data says. From $461,000 in 2015 and $389,000 in 2018, the median unit price further dropped to $384,085, based 100 units sold from 1 May 2018 – 28 May 2019.

Other suburbs on the list with the highest average price discount for units are Redcliffe (8.60%), New Farm (8.10%), South Brisbane and Coorparoo (8.00%), Annerley (7.70%) Fortitude Valley (7.50%). Kangaroo Point, St Lucia, and Brisbane City round out the list with a unit price discount average of 7.20%.

Clontarf, on the other hand, followed Carindale as top suburb for house sale asking price discounting with 7.70%. Rounding out the list are Redcliffe (7.60%),Rochedale South (7.40%), Cleveland (7.30%), Kippa-Ring (7.20%), Banksia Beach (7.10%), Margate and Redbank Plains (7.00%), and Scarborough (6.90%).

Whilst the average price discounting provides a good glimpse of how a suburb’s housing market is doing, several factors could trigger discounting despite good buyer demand, experts say. Some suburbs, for example, saw vendors eventually discounting their price because expectations were unrealistic which eventually led to overpriced house or unit or even longer days on market.

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.