If you would you like to improve your physical fitness with an exercise routine that isn’t too rigid, check out the Tai Chi School of Gentle Exercise in Kenmore, where first-timers can enjoy their introductory Tai Chi class for free.
Tai Chi was once an ancient Martial Arts defense training. Today, however, it has been adopted as an exercise routine involving deep breathing and slow movements because of its proven physical mental benefits.
This exercise works against headaches, insomnia, arthritis, back problems, and high blood pressure, among other conditions. It’s also a stress buster and may boost the immune system.
New classes will start at the Tai Chi School of Gentle Exercise on Friday, the 23rd of August 2019, at the Holy Spirit Anglican Church Hall at 1036 Moggill Road. The session at the upper hall will start at 12:30 p.m. Be there in your most comfortable workout clothes a few minutes earlier to sign up and prepare for the class.
The whole course lasts for eight weeks and comes with a free DVD instruction so you can also practice and master Tai Chi relaxation techniques at home.
Tai Chi School of Gentle Exercise has been around since 1983 and has accredited instructors led by Glenn Blythe.
Photo Credit: Tai Chi School of Gentle Exercise/Facebook
“For the ninety percent of people who have never done Tai Chi that join, I slowly teach the basics such as Joint Alignment, Posture and Spinal Alignment and how this creates movement without placing stress on the joints,” Mr Blythe said.
Did you know that the Kenmore Cycle Club is 20 years old? In celebration of this milestone, the club will be mounting the fourth round of its Sunshine Series XCO racing at the challenging tracks of Mt Crosby 18 kilometres off the suburb.
Set for Sunday, the 11th of Aug 2019, the XCO racing will begin at 7:00 a.m. Kenmore Cycle Club members are expected to converge at Tyamolum Scout Campsite at 31 Bunya Street in Mount Crosby minutes before the race. The whole event is expected to finish around noon.
Volunteers from different clubs under the Queensland Mountainbike Association have prepared the race for all ages. While there are tracks and climbs that may test your biking skills, there are also lapses for casual bikers at the rainforest section.
Photo: Kenmore Cycle Club/Facebook
6:30-7:45
Course practice (not compulsory)
8:00
Junior U13 Boys/Girls, Kids U11 Boys/Girls
8:45
U17 Men, U15 Boys, Sport Men, U15 Girls, U17 Women, ALL WOMEN except Elite/U19
Bikers from faraway suburbs are expected to join this race as well and they are welcome to camp out before and after the race at Tyamolum (booking required).
Photo: Kenmore Cycle Club/Facebook
The Kenmore Cycle Club aims to welcome more people at this Sunday’s XCO racing so members are encouraged to bring their friends and family members along even if they still don’t have a license. If you know someone interested in kicking off their biking hobby, this is the right time to join the club to start processing your Mountain Bike Australia (MTBA) membership. For this particular event, however, the 12-month club membership fee will be waived for newbies.
For tickets to the XCO racing, email the club at kenmorecycleclub@gmail.com. This event is also a fundraiser to support the improvements and maintenance of the Tyamolum Scout Campsite.
Ted and Nola Carlow certainly did not expect to receive a distinctive honour from the local community and Council. Though it was a simple plaque and there was no ceremonial fanfare to it, the gesture behind the award merited great value as this Kenmore couple is no ordinary pair.
In May, Member of Parliament Dr Christian Rowan bestowed the special award to the Carlow couple for simply being an inspiration to the residents. For decades, this Kenmore couple has been waving and smiling at cars and passersby from the porch of their home near the Kenmore roundabout.
“It was a privilege to formally recognise Ted and Nola Carlow, who are iconic Kenmore locals,” Dr Rowan said. “Each and every day as residents enter into, and out of, Kenmore, you can see Ted and Nola with their trademark smile and wave. Thanks again Ted and Nola for being such an integral and welcoming part of our community over the past 70 years.”
There was a time, however, when the couple went “missing” from their porch that it triggered a panic from the residents. People looked for them on social media until it was confirmed that they are doing fine.
The reason for their brief absence wasn’t elaborated but locals were relieved to know that the Carlows are back on the porch and waving at their neighbours. Messages poured online from residents who have looked up to the couple.
“I waved at 12 and still wave at 31. Ted and Nola are a Kenmore institution!” Suki Bloom revealed.
“I waved to them every afternoon for nearly 4 years in primary school and when I recently drove past there (over 8 years later) it was as if they recognised me and they waved,” said Anton Immaraj.
“I remember as a child always looking out for them as we drove past. I haven’t lived in Brisbane for 9 yrs, but every time I head down to see friends and family I still look for them,” Jacqui Kimbers shared.
The Carlows are in their ‘90s and have raised daughters in Kenmore.
Pullenvale residents have been advised to stay away from the walking tracks for at least two weeks as planned burns are being undertaken at Primley Street Park.
Brisbane City Council has started its annual practice of planned burning around local reserves to mitigate the impact of bushfire season. According to the Council, some 12 hectares of forest area formed part of the planned burn at the reserve which has also temporarily affected the conditions at the Hawkesbury Road Nature Refuge. Further planned burns will also take place at the Mt Coot-tha Reserve, as well as 20 other sites across Queensland this August.
Since specific dates of the planned burn are not quickly determined as it is based on weather conditions, the Council said it will notify residents and neighboring suburbs on the day of the burn. To be better prepared, however, you can check the planned burn area map to give you an idea of which neighbourhood could be affected.
Smoke coming from these burns may be bothersome for residents. However, the hazard burns are necessary to protect the local resources, environmental habitats and human lives.
“These burns aim to reduce the amount of fire fuel such as leaves and twigs by 75 percent over the 60 to 80 percent of the land being burned,” Councillor Vicki Howard said.
“All Brisbane residents can prepare their properties by tidying the yard, clearing gutters and overhanging branches and raking up twigs and dried leaves from around the house and garden,” she added.
Residents must also have emergency kits where important documents are kept so that it’s easy to grab in case the unexpected happens.
Precise planned burning techniques will be carried out by trained members of the bushland and fire management. Bushfire season usually runs from late August until November every year.
Warm your winter Sunday brunch with a special bottomless menu from The Kenmore Tavern. The choices of food have been inspired by Apres-Ski and it’s sure to cure your winter blues.
The Apres-Ski is a social activity that traditionally takes place after a fun but tiring day of skiing. However, guests may enjoy the same vibe even in the absence of ski slopes at The Kenmore Tavern.
Happening every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., The Kenmore Tavern’s Apres-Ski Bottomless Brunch will feature a winter wonderland that transforms the restaurant into an alpine village complete with ski lift chairs. Relish the cosy atmosphere as blankets will be provided to guests and the heater will also keep the temperature balanced.
Kenmore cops the highest increase in rates amongst the westside suburbs and one of the highest in Brisbane, as Council rates for owner-occupied properties rise by an average of 2.5 percent.
With the exception of nine, Brisbane suburbs will see an overall average rates increase of 2.5 percent, the same as last year and almost twice the current annual inflation rate of 1.5 percent.
“We’ve kept the budget strong and balanced despite the impact of droughts and floods, through the Global Financial Crisis and through multiple property market cycles,” Lord Mayor Schrinner said in his budget speech.
“…today I confirm that in 2019-20 the average increase in rates for owner occupied residential properties will once again be 2.5 per cent.”
Kenmore residents will face a rates increase of 5.4 percent or an additional $80.87 per year. Other Brisbane West suburbs should also expect to see rate increase notice in the mail including Chapel Hill (5.20%); St Lucia (3.6 %); Kenmore Hills (3.3%); Taringa (2.8%); Indooroopilly (2.5%); Bellbowrie, Brookfield, and Fig Tree Pocket (1.9%), and Moggill (1.7%).
Anstead, Pullenvale, and Pinjarra Hills, on the other hand, will cop rates increase lower than the current annual inflation rate at 0.9%, 0.9%, and 0.8% respectively.
“For owner occupiers, this average rates increase equates to $10 per quarterly rates notice or $0.77 per week. The average increase to Council fees and charges will also be 2.5 per cent,” Cr Schrinner said.
Seven Hills and Wakerley will have the highest rates increase in Brisbane, both at 5.80 percent or an extra $115.23 and $87.08 to the annual bill, respectively. Kangaroo Point residents, on the other hand will get the biggest drop with a 5.1 percent rate decrease or a savings of $86.38 year.
Ratepayers in these eight other suburbs will also expect to see drop in rates: Ransome and Willawong (-2.0%); Cowan Cowan (-1.7%); Bridgeman Downs, Bulwer, and Candler (-1.0%); Murarrie (-0.7%), and Westlake (-0.4%)
It’s tough to keep children from getting bored during the school holidays and it’s tougher during the winter break when the weather isn’t ideal for play or outdoor sports. It’s a good thing then that the Kenmore Library has some amusing indoor activities lined up for the children during this school break. Best of all, they’re free!
For a few hours a day, your children can check out the free events at the Kenmore Library at 9 Brookfield Road. Here’s what they can do to keep themselves occupied and amused until the new school term.
A craft activity session for 5 to 12-year-old kids
Daily 1 to13 July 2019 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Storytime scribing
A drawing and storytelling session for 7 to 11-year-old kids with a creative imagination.
Tuesday 9 July 2019 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Tinker table: Cubelets
A BNEtechkids workshop, where kids can create different robotic figures using modular Cubelets.
Thursday 11 July 2019 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Parents, grandparents or carers may join in these workshops as well for a cool bonding time with the kids. These moments should make for lasting memories that they will recall with fondness when they are older.
Although these are free public events, booking is still essential as space is limited. Please phone Kenmore Library at 07 3407 0258 to reserve your spot.
When it comes to haircut and hairstyling, Kenmore locals trust one hair salon that has been around since 2008 to deliver luxe without the need to shell out major bucks.
Epic Hair Designs at 841 Moggill Road began as a small hair and beauty shop with just three hairdressers. Today, the staff in Kenmore is composed of 15 hair and beauty experts and the brand has expanded to 15 other locations across Brisbane.
Patrons who come to this Kenmore hair salon for a beauty makeover are treated to a well-deserved pampering. In between haircuts and other services, the clients are served with their choice of complimentary wine, beer or gourmet drinks.
Beauty treatments involve an extensive and meticulous process to complete because the stylists at Epic Hair Design aim for thoroughness and perfection. So, whilst clients sit and relax during their makeover, they are provided with a Wi-Fi-enabled iPad to pass the time.
Brendon Mann opened Epic Hair Designs to provide patrons with satisfying but affordable salon experience. He has maintained the quality of his business and has sustained the salon’s reputation because he also makes training a priority for his staff.
Epic Hair Designs trades Monday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. To book an appointment, call 3396 1876 or via its online shop.
“Only people I trust with my blonde! I recently did have an experience where my fringe wasn’t given enough blonde so was a different colour to the rest of my hair. But not to worry, because I messaged them on Facebook, and within an hour I had gotten a call from Customer Care and booked in a complimentary appointment to fix it up. I always know that I will be taken care of. Thanks Epic Hair.”
“Love this local salon. All the staff are lovely and the results are great. I always get comments on how good my colour looks from here. The added extras are fun too, cheese and biscuits, glass of wine and use of iPads etc.”
The State Budget 2019-20 will allocate more than $90 million to protect wildlife and the environment, with part of the funds going to the Moggill Koala Rehabilitation Centre upgrade project.
The State Government has set aside $3.6 million to save koala population in Queensland. The State Government is earmarking $2.1-million to acquire a protected corridor in Noosa, whilst $1.5 million will go to Moggill Koala Rehabilitation Centre and Daisy Hill Koala Centre.
Koala rehabilitation and conservation
Part of this year’s $1.5 million continued koala conservation budget will be used for the Moggill Koala Rehabilitation Centre infrastructure improvements project and to support the facility’s ongoing work. Also included in the Budget is the funding to RSPCA for the oversight of the 1300 WILDLIFE Hotline service.
Photo Credit: Ingrid Schneider / Pixabay
Formerly known as the Moggill Koala Hospital, the Moggill Koala Rehabilitation Centre opened in 1991 to answer the need for a centre where injured or sick koalas can be admitted for treatment and/or rehabilitation.
Koalas are microchipped for identification and, once treated and rehabilitated, are returned to their natural habitat. All admissions are recorded and entered into the database to help in the identification of koala habitat and monitoring of their population.
National parks revitalisation
Apart from the koala conservation, Minister for Environment and the Great Barrier Reef and Minister for Science Leeanne Enoch announced other environmental initiatives that will be funded in this year’s Budget including national parks revitalisation, crocodile management, koala conservation, fire management and the eradication of yellow crazy ants.
A total of $10 million will go towards the ongoing recovery of national parks affected by weather events and the ongoing improvements and upgrades to other iconic national parks. Included are parks in the Whitsundays and Mackay; parks in the Daintree, Gondwana World Heritage Area; Noosa National Park; and the Great Sandy National Park.
Noosa National Park Photo Credit: The State of Queensland (Department of Environment and Science) 2012–2019 / findapark.npsr.qld.gov.au
Other Budget highlights for the environment
Minister Enoch also said that this year’s Budget includes funding for the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service’s (QPWS) Enhanced Fire Management program ($16 million) and the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area’s yellow crazy ant local eradication program ($9 million over three years), and improved crocodile management ($6 million over two years).
Also, $1 million will be provided over two years waste management data strategy development, as well as $75.4 million to be allocated this financial year — out of the $330 million, five-year allocation — for the continuing work to protect the Great Barrier Reef.
“Improving waste data management is a crucial part of implementing waste management reforms in Queensland.
“This year’s budget will also see expenditure for key programs funded from the waste levy, including programs to support small businesses and the construction industry to improve their waste practices, and further investment in grants for environmental projects,” Ms Enoch said.
Australia’s world-leading research into robotics and autonomous systems just got a major boost as CSIRO’S Data61 opens a new Robotics Innovation Centre in Pullenvale.
Data61’s new facility advances Australia’s position as a world-leader in a fast-growing industry that will be worth $23 billion globally by 2025.
Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews recognised the advantages of having the new facility.
“CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, has a long history of robotics research excellence and has established itself as one of the world’s leading robotics research groups,” Minister Andrews said.
“Robots and autonomous systems are unlocking new value and supporting traditional industries like mining, agriculture and manufacturing to grow the economy and create more jobs.”
Interestingly, the 600-square-metre facility currently houses the biggest motion-capture system in the southern hemisphere. This cutting-edge technology will be used to assess and analyse data collected by its various robotics systems.
The new robotics centre will be used to continue the Robotics and Autonomous Systems Group’s on-going research. This includes the development of autonomous robotics systems to interact safely and seamlessly with humans in various situations.
The group’s work includes efforts to develop new approaches to rapidly map, navigate, and search underground environments using legged robots and autonomous drone technology. This research is part of a three-year DARPA funded SubT Challenge.
Once completed, the new technology will assist first responders in understanding and exploring hazardous underground environments during emergency rescue efforts. It will also have various commercial applications across a range of industries including mining, transport, construction, and agriculture.
The new Robotics Innovation Centre in Pullenvale, as well as Data61’s extensive robotics laboratory infrastructure, is also open for industry use and collaborative projects. For further information, contact the Robotics and Autonomous Systems group.
