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Morningside-Based Charity Kitchen Receives $100,000 Donation From State Government

Queensland Treasury Corporation (QTC) extends its partnership with Morningside-based charity kitchen via a $100,000 donation.

“Every day of the year, vulnerable Queenslanders benefit from the free, nutritious meals cooked by FareShare and distributed by Foodbank,” Deputy Premier and Treasurer Jackie Trad said during her announcement.

FareShare started its operations in Queensland just over a year ago, Ms Trad said, and it has already turned half a million tonnes of surplus food supplied by Foodbank into more than one million nutritious meals.

“QTC’s relationship with FareShare started with a corporate volunteering day earlier this year.

“QTC has also helped FareShare tackle some of their logistical challenges, including providing advice on sustainable funding streams to meet its operational expenditure needs, ensuring a sustainable supply of key ingredients and developing a ‘no-cost’ framework to transport meals to Thursday Island’s pre-natal centre.

The $100,000 donation will allow FareShare to employ another full-time chef, “enabling them to provide an additional 250,000 meals for vulnerable Queenslanders every year.”

Whether it’s those affected by the recent fires, flood victims earlier this year in Townsville, or vulnerable Queenslanders facing a Christmas alone, FareShare exists on the generosity, time and ingenuity of so many supporters,” Minister for Child Safety and Member for Bulimba Di Farmer said.

One in five Queenslanders have experienced food insecurity in the last year, Ms Farmer said referring to the Foodbank Hunger Report 2019 report; food waste cost the Australian economy an estimated $20 billion every year..

She said that in Morningside, 430 volunteers come together to create meals from donated food from major food retailers, that would otherwise have ended up in landfills.

FareShare opened its state-of-the-art Brisbane facility in October 2018 as part of its collaboration with Foodbank. In 2020 Fareshare aims to double its output in Brisbane to two million meals.

“FareShare is one of the most effective charitable organisations I’ve encountered that makes a significant, tangible outcome for vulnerable people,” said Queensland Treasury Corporation CEO Philip Noble said.

“It costs FareShare just 50 cents to cook a nutritious meal for someone in need in Queensland and I would encourage individuals and local businesses to consider supporting them, either by donating or volunteering their time.”

“QTC came on board at a critical time when FareShare had just arrived in Brisbane and was trying to establish a community here,” said Marcus Godinho, FareShare CEO.

“QTC’s collaborative approach to solving the problems we face has been highly valuable and resulted in real solutions put on the table for our business challenges.”

Murarrie Recreation Hub Is Now Open for Public Use

The Murarrie Recreation Hub, located near Metroplex Avenue Park, is now complete and open for the public to use and enjoy.

The Murarrie Recreation Hub will serve as a link in the River Access Network as well as an access point for river users to use local amenities. Residents and visitors will be allowed to fish on the pontoon, however, boating and craft activities will have priority.

The new facility will be able to accommodate vessels up to 75 tonnes for a range of uses including launching and short-term use of passive crafts such as kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards; short-term use for motorised recreational vessels; potential future water taxi pick-up and drop-off point; and pick-up and drop-off for commercial vessels; and a rest point or destination within a network of other public pontoons.

Video credit: Brisbane City Council / YouTube

The Murarrie Recreation Hub is among the Council’s projects intended to improve access to Brisbane River for residents and visitors; promote an active and healthy lifestyle by encouraging greater use of the city’s recreational facilities; and enhance the attraction offered by the Brisbane River as a recreational and tourist destination.

Access to the new facility is via a shared path through Metroplex Avenue Park, behind the recently opened Brewdog complex.

Murarrie Recreation Hub Is Now Open for Public Use — *Video Still Credit: Brisbane City Council / YouTube*

Usage of the pontoon will be monitored over the next 12 months, and along with the community feedback, and where possible, update on the usage may be implemented.

Users may provide feedback regarding the operational aspects of the facility including duration of stay, signage, and usage here.

Cannon Hill Community Links Project is Back on Track

Cannon Hill Community Links Project gets back on track with a series of construction applications for the proposed golf course and residential precinct already awaiting Council approval.

Brisbane City Council is working with developer BMD Properties Pty Ltd (BMD) to transform 125 hectares of land bounded by Creek Road, Fursden Road, and Bulimba Creek in the former Cannon Hill tip into a public golf course and residential precinct.

*Photo credit: Brisbane City Council /* *pdonline.brisbane.qld.gov.au*

The international-standard 18-hole public golf course will be Brisbane’s first in 70 years and the only such golf course located south of the Brisbane River. The construction of the public golf course was to start in 2017 and should have been completed in 2018, but several design changes were needed to meet State Government requirements.

*Minnippi Golf Course Master Plan*
*Photo credit: Urbex / minnippi.com.au*

Remediation works were started in May 2015 and completed in July 2016, prior to the construction of the Minnippi residential precinct and the golf course. Around 12.5 hectares of the total site area was allocated for the residential development with Stages 2, 3, and 4 of the housing development now complete.

The Cannon Hill Community Links Project is being guided by the Council to ensure that all measures, along with appropriate rehabilitation works, are undertaken to minimise environmental impacts, manage its habitats, and preserve its ecological features.

The project will also involve enhancement, revegetation, and landscaping of over 100 hectares of the site, including the squirrel glider habitat remediation works involving the establishment of grasslands and wetlands, as well as the planting of new trees.

Council expects the construction of the public golf course to commence in early 2020 and completed in mid-2021 whilst Stage 5 of the residential development is expected to commence in 2020 and completed in 2021.

Scotland’s BrewDog Opens First Aussie Home in Murrarie

BrewDog, Scotland’s multinational brewery and pub chain, has huge plans of making a splash in the country as it officially opens its first Aussie home in Murrarie on Thursday, the 21st of Nov 2019.

The site at 77 Metroplex Avenue boasts a $30 million state-of-the-art brewery, beer cellar, and a tap bar and restaurant named DogTap with its 28 taps and arcade gaming space. It also has eight fermentation vessels coupled with a 25HL brewing system.

With all these settings in place, BrewDog Murrarie is expected to churn 500,000 litres in its inaugural year. But with so much potential for expansion, there are plans to eventually use this massive facility for brewing beer supplies for Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia.

The first brewery outside of the U.K. and the U.S., BrewDog Murrarie is also featured with a barrel-ageing facility that will allow its Australian workers “to develop an Australian-exclusive set of wood-aged wonders.” In due time, local beer lovers will be able to enjoy exclusive Queensland-aged Aussie-flavoured hops.

For now, BrewDog Murrarie will be crafting and serving its core products:

Dead Pony Club
Jet Black Heart
Punk IPA
Lost Lager
Zombie Cake
Quench Cake
Indie
Clockwork Tangerine

DogTap will also be serving heaps of locally-made brews, whilst a line-up of Aussie wines, spirits and soft drinks will be on the drink list as well.

Drinks at tap bar and restaurant are best paired with classic beer grubs like burgers, corn-on-a-cob, fries, buffalo wings and hotdogs.

However, BrewDog Murrarie will also serve Brisbane-only favourites like barramundi fritters and Korean-style chicken wings. In addition, the tap bar and restaurant will feature wholesome delights like superfood salads and avocado bowls for customers to enjoy an energizing brunch.

BrewDog Murrarie is a liquor licensed facility and will trade from 12:00 noon to midnight.

Colmslie Beach Reserve in Murarrie to Get a Makeover

Colmslie Beach Reserve in Murarrie is about to get a makeover, along with ten other sites that were identified for future park improvements.

In a bid to protect and create a green space for future generations, Council has announced future park and reserve improvement projects as part of its commitment to enhancing and maintaining the city’s more than 2,100 parks.

Council will deliver park upgrade works to improve access to, and activation of, the river frontage of the 9-hectare recreation park. The upgrade project will also deliver power and bump-in vehicle crossovers, and a possible new accessible pathway to the river’s edge.

The Council will also review the possible addition of active recreation facilities for older children which may include slides, playgrounds, and climbing facilities.

*Photo credit:* *Brisbane City Council* */ Flickr*

Apart from Colmslie Beach Reserve, other sites that will either have a new park or upgrades include:

Chalk Street Park, Lutwyche – Chalk Street Park is a future park to be located on Wellington Street. Concept plan will be finalised and released in late 2019.
Eildon Hill Reservoir, Windsor – Council will investigate opportunities to upgrade existing walking tracks, as well as to provide a viewing area or lookout.
Grinstead Park/Shand Street Park, Enoggera – project involves upgrading of three parks covering a total area of approximately 20 hectares.
Keperra Bushland, Keperra – Council will identify opportunities to create a lookout and enhance the trails.
Mount Gravatt Outlook Reserve, Mount Gravatt – The project will involve enhancing the facilities at the park. Council will investigate opportunities to improve the entry and upgrade walking tracks and amenities.
Stephens Mountain Reserve, Greenslopes – Council is currently identifying opportunities to balance protection and conservation of the reserve, as well as improve recreation opportunities and accessibility in the reserve, which may include the construction of a vantage or lookout point, a rest area, improved access points, and informal walking tracks.
Wembley Park, Coorparoo – Council is currently reviewing ways to enhance and diversify recreation opportunities in the park.
Wishart Community Park, Wishart – The project involves the construction of a new playground at the southern end of the park, which concept has already been finalised. Construction is expected to commence in early 2020.

With the exception of Wishart Community Park and Chalk Street Park, the draft concept plans for these sites will be released for community feedback in late 2019.

Brunch Specialist Sarmic Cafe Moves from Bulimba to Morningside

A former cafe in Bulimba is moving some three kilometres away to Morningside. Sarmic, known for its artisanal jams, relish and sauces, will soon be operating at its new location at 639 Wynnum Road after ceasing trading at its Apollo Road site in August.

As of press time, Sarmic is rebuilding the former Southside Tear Room digs in Morningside. Its owners have not yet announced the official opening date but the construction of the cafe has been going on schedule.

In July, the owners announced that Sarmic will be moving out of its Bulimba location to “a bigger better premises” that wasn’t far away. Along with the change in location, the cafe is expected to offer new things for its patrons.

Sarmic, which is a combination of the names of owners Sarah Coorey and Michael Hoare, opened its doors in 2016. Since then, it has become a notable presence in the suburb’s brunch scene.

Offering a small but unforgettable selection of meals for brunch, Sarmic’s scrambled eggs, herbed smashed avocado on cornbread, honey-baked nectarines with ricotta cheese, and potato hash with carrot jam are just some of the favourites.

Based on its current construction work, the cafe appears to retain its industrial chic interiors. The owners confirmed that Sarmic will be a dog-friendly place.

Frequent diners have been anticipating Sarmic’s return inasmuch as they’ve been missing the cafe’s old digs.

“Except for all the memories that place held, [Sarmic] always build a community and the next ones coming as well,” one customer said.

Morningside Welcomes Love Handmade Markets for the First Time

Six years since Love Handmade Markets launched in Moreton Bay, the bespoke crafters’ event will be mounted in Morningside for the very first time. On Sunday, the 13th of Oct 2019, drop by the Morningside School of Arts to see why this pop-up market has been in demand.

Presenting over 50 stalls set indoors and outdoors, Love Handmade Markets will feature Brisbane’s creative makers, crafters and artisans. Open until 2:00 p.m., this event is a goldmine for finding unique items to use at home, office or kitchen, for fashion lovers, or for gifting to family and friends.

Teethers for babies from Tenillejoy Designs.

*Photo Credit: Tenillejoy Designs/Facebook*

Home items from Scouted Design.

Hand-sewn children’s clothes from Sew Suzie.

Custom made bags, pouches and clutches Blue Eyed Girl.

Cupcakes and iced cookies at Vanilla Rose Baked Goods.

*Photo Credit: Vanilla Rose Baked Goods/Facebook*

Fresh honey and wax wraps at Greenslopes Bees.

*Photo Credit: Greenslopes Bees/Facebook*

Here’s what and where you can find everything else once the event opens at 9:00 a.m.

Outdoor Stalls	Indoor Stalls	Food and Providore
Bella Anne Handmade Betty & Lotti Blue Eyed Girl Campervan Threads Dainty Candles Earthdrawn Studio Grace Candles & Earth Eco Have’a’Chat Herbs & More Kiss My Patootie Manresa Design MoSS Nicobella Oh Hey Lovely Once Refined Papercutz Reclaimed with Love Scouted Design Sew Suzie Simply Sootie Smyle Designs Spotpack TenilleJoy Designs Twilight Creative Two Close Friends Vivianne K Handmade Soaps Wild Dreamer Wrapt Your Earth	Amma Makes Crochet & String Evie B Paperie Felt Creations Gracefully Made Lil Sis and the Guru Lumen & Luxe Nanay Noemi Once More Creative Pattie Murray Ceramics Pouch Design	Abbiocco Berry Good Jam & Chutney Fresh Gozleme Greenslopes Honey Sera’s Artisan Pantry Tatty’s Superfoods The Tasty Pocket Vanilla Rose Baked Goods

Stay a while and have coffee or snacks whilst you chat with the makers. Not just for shopping, Love Handmade Markets is also a chance to get to know the people behind the creative products and to learn their design inspirations.

*Photo Credit: Love Handmade Markets/Facebook*

“What looks on the surface as just another market, Love Handmade community is much richer and deeper than this. The connections and roots that have been laid will continue to form, grow and leave a legacy for many generations to come,” said Janmaree Lowe who founded Love Handmade. “Your support and love for what we do means you care about this mission too!”

Applications for Tenure for Former Cannon Hill Bowls Club Open until 2 Oct

Eligible community organisations are invited to submit their tender to lease various Council venues and facilities, including the former Cannon Hill Bowls Club at 18 Lang Street, Cannon Hill.

The Council is currently seeking Community Facility Tender applications from eligible not-for-profit community organisations for:

Former Cannon Hills Bowls Club at 18 Lang Street,Cannon Hill
Community Building at 10 Nyrang Street, Carina
Three community buildings of Kenmore Community Centre at 98 Brookfield Road, Kenmore Hills
Former Moorooka Bowls Club at 76 Koala Road, Moorooka
Sunnybank Community Centre at 65 Gager Street, Sunnybank

Interested organisations have until midnight on Wednesday 2 October 2019 to submit an application for Carina, Cannon Hill, Moorooka and Kenmore Hills sites, and until midnight on Monday 14 October 2019 for Sunnybank site.

Eligible community organisations may also register for future community facility tenders. By registering on the community facility waiting list, the not-for-profit community organisation will receive information once Council seeks tender applications for a community facility that has become available.

Be ready to have a copy of the Certificate of Incorporation on hand to be uploaded as part of this registration.

About the former Cannon Hill Bowls Club

The former Cannon Hill Bowls Club comprises two buildings, three structures: the main clubhouse, gardeners shed, and the undercover shade.

The Cannon Hill Model Railway Club currently occupies the lower level of the clubhouse. The top level offers a commercial kitchen, two bathrooms, dining area, gaming area, and bar.

The site is Sport and Recreation zoned, both local and district. Any proposed activity should therefore consider whether it is consistent with the zone code. Any associated development costs for the proposed activity shall be the organisation’s sole responsibility.

To apply, interested organisation may visit the Brisbane City Council website and search for “Community Facility Tender.” The application must demonstrate the organisation’s ability to meet eligibility criteria and key selection criteria through a written response.

The lease term is up to four years.

Murarrie Recreation Reserve Major Upgrade Pushes Forward with Release of Sport and Recreation Precinct Draft Plan

The draft of the Sport and Recreation Precinct concept plan for the Murarrie Recreation Reserve has now been released for public feedback.

The proposed upgrade of Murarrie Recreation Reserve is part of the Council’s Sport and Recreation precinct planning project which also includes Enoggera Memorial Park (Enoggera Ward), Keperra Picnic Ground Park (The Gap Ward), and Enoggera Creek sport and recreation precinct.

Under the concept plan, the following embellishments are being proposed:

Sporting opportunities – development of a three junior cricket fields, having a maximum 40m boundaries and shortened pitches; re-developed 2,000 metre criterium cycling track with options for three smaller loops; and potential for future sporting field development.
Wheeled sport-based recreation opportunities– community cycling track (e.g. pump track); a learn-to-ride cycling pad which can also be used as a formal cycling warm-up and skills development area.
Additional recreation opportunities – two quality play nodes, including upgrading facilities near the basketball half court; picnic facilities; and expanded pedestrian opportunities.
Common areas – formalised car park areas with 435 spaces; western concrete drainage line re-established as a more natural drainage swale.

*Photo Credit: Brisbane City Council / brisbane.qld.gov.au*

About Murarrie Recreation Reserve

The Murarrie Recreation Reserve is located at 1238 Wynnum Road and is a former landfill site, having been operated as such until 1975. The site is currently zoned Sport and Recreation (Metropolitan level) with the Balmoral Cycling Club as its existing lessee.

Existing features of the reserve include a criterium cycling track which is approximately 1.4 kilometres in length, small single-storey clubhouse, play area, barbecue and seats, a recently upgraded skate park, a basketball half court, play node and large shelter, an unsealed car parking area.

St Ollie’s Opens New Ballygriffin Building in Cannon Hill For Year One Students

Photo Credit: St Oliver Plunkett Primary School/Facebook

To keep up with its growing student population, St Oliver Plunkett Primary School in Cannon Hill has opened its newest building, the $2.4-million Ballygriffin Building on 28 August 2019 at the school’s quadrangle.

The building, consisting of Year One classrooms and dynamic playspace in undercroft, is just the first stage of the school’s masterplan.

Stage 2, which will be constructed in late 2019, will feature a purpose-built administration and library resource hub and learning space. Stages 3 and 4 will be for the construction of four new prep classrooms and refurbishment of current prep Classrooms for teaching space for specialist teachers respectively.

According to School Principal Paul Blinkhoff, St Ollie’s had grown from 480 students in 2016 to an expected enrolment of 600 students in 2020. Throughout the years, there has been a rapid high density development in Camp Hill’s demographic.

Meanwhile, the name of the building was derived from a place in County Cork, Ireland where the school’s Presentation Sisters, Nano Nagle was born.

The Masterplan was created to include flexible and innovative teaching and learning spaces. The Queensland Government supports the school’s Masterplan and even contributed $750,000 to the project.

In addition to the four stages in its Master Plan, St Ollies announced that the school and parish have come to an agreement regarding the transfer-of-use of the parish presbytery and Centacare house building.