from the Bay Journal
A big welcome to new members: Annie Badger, Shirley Mellow, Pamela Lulham and Edie Toffetti.
Calling on all members to help Ruth to refresh the Gallery for Easter by collecting work currently displayed and replacing it with new pieces or work that has not been on display for a while. Pick up and drop the coming Saturday to Wednesday from 9am to 12pm OR Sunday and Monday from 10am to 3pm.
The Gallery will be open Saturday, Sunday and Monday over the Easter weekend, for the normal hours (10am to 3pm). Volunteers needed – if you can help, please ring Ruth at 3409 4620.
The Year Ahead - Where are we going? A brief summary of direction, plans and ideas, hoping to get members to bring many suggestions to the next General Meeting.
The date for the Annual Pottery Exhibtion, "Island Magic" has been set: opening night is on Friday, June 4th and it will open to the public in June from the 5th to the 26th.
A very Happy Birthday to Jeanna Firth, Ros McPhie and Ally de Roo in April.
Next General Meeting will take place on Wednesday, 14th of April, at 11:00am sharp.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Tiwi Pearl scuttled early in Moreton Bay
from the SMH
Was it the weather or a political storm that sank the Tiwi Pearl?
The 24-metre former tuna boat was to have been sunk with fanfare in Moreton Bay on Sunday to extend an artificial reef.
However, the vessel was sent to Davy Jones' locker on Friday afternoon, stirring one of those "only in Queensland" political debates.
According to Cleveland MP Mark Robinson, the Tiwi Pearl was sent to join the oysters because the government feared that fishers and boaties would use Sunday's sinking to protest against the government's fishing closures in Moreton Bay, off Brisbane.
The Liberal National Party MP said the Tiwi Pearl was lost under "mysterious circumstances" - right up there with the mystery of the Mary Celeste and other maritime misadventures.
"(Environment Minister) Kate Jones was spooked that fishing and boating groups were going to hold a protest at her press conference, so she had the ship scuttled today," Dr Robinson said in a statement.
"Recreational fishermen would be forgiven for thinking there's something fishy about the way this minister operates."
Ms Jones declined to take the bait, casting off a statement in response saying the Tiwi Pearl had come adrift from two of her four moorings and, with windy weather forecast, "naval experts" had advised she be sunk.
The bungs were pulled and down she went, two days ahead of schedule.
Whether it was the forecast blow or political hot air responsible, whether the LNP's or the government's line is the tightest, the answer lies at the bottom of the bay, or it's in the wind.
Was it the weather or a political storm that sank the Tiwi Pearl?
The 24-metre former tuna boat was to have been sunk with fanfare in Moreton Bay on Sunday to extend an artificial reef.
However, the vessel was sent to Davy Jones' locker on Friday afternoon, stirring one of those "only in Queensland" political debates.
According to Cleveland MP Mark Robinson, the Tiwi Pearl was sent to join the oysters because the government feared that fishers and boaties would use Sunday's sinking to protest against the government's fishing closures in Moreton Bay, off Brisbane.
The Liberal National Party MP said the Tiwi Pearl was lost under "mysterious circumstances" - right up there with the mystery of the Mary Celeste and other maritime misadventures.
"(Environment Minister) Kate Jones was spooked that fishing and boating groups were going to hold a protest at her press conference, so she had the ship scuttled today," Dr Robinson said in a statement.
"Recreational fishermen would be forgiven for thinking there's something fishy about the way this minister operates."
Ms Jones declined to take the bait, casting off a statement in response saying the Tiwi Pearl had come adrift from two of her four moorings and, with windy weather forecast, "naval experts" had advised she be sunk.
The bungs were pulled and down she went, two days ahead of schedule.
Whether it was the forecast blow or political hot air responsible, whether the LNP's or the government's line is the tightest, the answer lies at the bottom of the bay, or it's in the wind.
On your bikes, council tells ageing Moreton Bay island commuters | Courier Mail
from the Courier Mail
SOUTHERN Moreton Bay island residents are being encouraged to ditch their cars for bicycles to solve transport and parking woes.
The problem is, those being told to go for a ride by the Redland City Council are mostly pensioners with an average age of 55 years or more.
The residents of Lamb, Karragarra, Russell and Macleay islands have formed lobby group Our Parking Spot to stop the council from forcing them into a form of transport many will not be able to manage.
Riding bicycles on the islands will be hard enough but the residents say a report into transport options for islanders suggests they could ride on the mainland as well, with the nearest shopping centre 4.9km from the port.
"It's not an option for the majority of residents," group spokesman Lindsay Hackett said.
He said the council planned to slash resident car parking on the mainland at Weinam Creek, Redland Bay, and introduce an hourly parking rate to discourage the use of cars.
"There's 435 (parks) in the (existing) compound," Mr Hackett said. "At the time of the plan there were more than 450 on the waiting list trying to get into it. There's not enough spaces and they are getting rid of some."
The council has ruled out a resident proposal for a three-level carpark with 1700 spaces.
"Those people who need a car can no longer live here," Mr Hackett said.
"We get people crying on the phone, saying what are we going to do?"
A proposal to connect the islands via a bridge has been floated numerous times since the 1970s, but in 2007 Anna Bligh rejected a push to include it in the 2010 update of the South East Queensland Regional Plan.
Redland City Council CEO Gary Stevenson said a decision on the parking situation was yet to be made.
"The need to upgrade the Weinam Creek carpark and introduce a number of strategies to manage car parking demand was identified in the Redland Bay Centre and Foreshore Master Plan, adopted by council last year," Mr Stevenson said.
"Final decisions regarding the design and operation of an upgraded carpark are yet to be made and may be influenced by several processes."
Our Parking Spot is calling on residents to attend a meeting with Redland City Council today at Macleay Island Progress Hall from 10am to discuss the issue
SOUTHERN Moreton Bay island residents are being encouraged to ditch their cars for bicycles to solve transport and parking woes.
The problem is, those being told to go for a ride by the Redland City Council are mostly pensioners with an average age of 55 years or more.
The residents of Lamb, Karragarra, Russell and Macleay islands have formed lobby group Our Parking Spot to stop the council from forcing them into a form of transport many will not be able to manage.
Riding bicycles on the islands will be hard enough but the residents say a report into transport options for islanders suggests they could ride on the mainland as well, with the nearest shopping centre 4.9km from the port.
"It's not an option for the majority of residents," group spokesman Lindsay Hackett said.
He said the council planned to slash resident car parking on the mainland at Weinam Creek, Redland Bay, and introduce an hourly parking rate to discourage the use of cars.
"There's 435 (parks) in the (existing) compound," Mr Hackett said. "At the time of the plan there were more than 450 on the waiting list trying to get into it. There's not enough spaces and they are getting rid of some."
The council has ruled out a resident proposal for a three-level carpark with 1700 spaces.
"Those people who need a car can no longer live here," Mr Hackett said.
"We get people crying on the phone, saying what are we going to do?"
A proposal to connect the islands via a bridge has been floated numerous times since the 1970s, but in 2007 Anna Bligh rejected a push to include it in the 2010 update of the South East Queensland Regional Plan.
Redland City Council CEO Gary Stevenson said a decision on the parking situation was yet to be made.
"The need to upgrade the Weinam Creek carpark and introduce a number of strategies to manage car parking demand was identified in the Redland Bay Centre and Foreshore Master Plan, adopted by council last year," Mr Stevenson said.
"Final decisions regarding the design and operation of an upgraded carpark are yet to be made and may be influenced by several processes."
Our Parking Spot is calling on residents to attend a meeting with Redland City Council today at Macleay Island Progress Hall from 10am to discuss the issue
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Southern Moreton Bay Islands Integrated Local Transport Plan
from the Redlands City Council: "Sout"
Review now under way
The need for improved transport infrastructure and services has been a long-standing issue for the Southern Moreton Bay Islands (SMBI) communities.
Last year, Council adopted a broad framework to tackle these and other SMBI issues in partnership with the community and other levels of government – we called it the Bay Island Blueprint. Part of our commitment to address island issues is to review the SMBI Integrated Local Transport Plan . This process is now under way.
Come along to our transport SpeakOut
Date: 13 March
Time: 10am to 12pm
Venue: Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Tce
Learn more about the review and how to get involved. Improved transport will boost land values and island economies. This SpeakOut will feature interactive displays, Council planners, TransLink, food and entertainment.
What is an ILTP?
An ILTP:
* provides strategic direction for addressing local transport issues
* requires engagement with relevant government bodies and transport operators to ensure an integrated approach.
We want you to have your say
For the new ILTP to be effective, it will require input and commitments by the state government, transport providers and other key stakeholders to find solutions. It must also take into account the interests and issues of other key stakeholders. We will be asking for your input into the review, to ensure the new plan is based on the most up-to-date information available.
Review now under way
The need for improved transport infrastructure and services has been a long-standing issue for the Southern Moreton Bay Islands (SMBI) communities.
Last year, Council adopted a broad framework to tackle these and other SMBI issues in partnership with the community and other levels of government – we called it the Bay Island Blueprint. Part of our commitment to address island issues is to review the SMBI Integrated Local Transport Plan . This process is now under way.
Come along to our transport SpeakOut
Date: 13 March
Time: 10am to 12pm
Venue: Macleay Island Progress Hall, Russell Tce
Learn more about the review and how to get involved. Improved transport will boost land values and island economies. This SpeakOut will feature interactive displays, Council planners, TransLink, food and entertainment.
What is an ILTP?
An ILTP:
* provides strategic direction for addressing local transport issues
* requires engagement with relevant government bodies and transport operators to ensure an integrated approach.
We want you to have your say
For the new ILTP to be effective, it will require input and commitments by the state government, transport providers and other key stakeholders to find solutions. It must also take into account the interests and issues of other key stakeholders. We will be asking for your input into the review, to ensure the new plan is based on the most up-to-date information available.
Another serious vehicle accident on Russell Island's Centre Road
from the Bay Journal
A 33-year-old man is critical condition after a single vehicle traffic crash at Russell Island today.
Around 4am the man was driving a sedan along Centre Road, near Minjerraba Road when the car crashed into a ditch.
The man suffered head, pelvis and rib injuries and was taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
There was no one else involved in the crash and the Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.
Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.
A 33-year-old man is critical condition after a single vehicle traffic crash at Russell Island today.
Around 4am the man was driving a sedan along Centre Road, near Minjerraba Road when the car crashed into a ditch.
The man suffered head, pelvis and rib injuries and was taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
There was no one else involved in the crash and the Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.
Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Overview of Bay Islands Transport
fron the Bay Journal.
Southern Moreton Bay Island (SMBI) residents will have a chance to share their views on local transport issues on 13 March, when Redland City Council hosts the first broad engagement activity for the SMBI Integrated Local Transport Plan (ILTP) review.
The informal session at the Macleay Island Progress Hall will be structured as a SpeakOut, with locals able to come and go at the event over two hours (10am to midday).
The SpeakOut will provide information about the ILTP review process and opportunity for the participants to discuss and prioritise the key issues relating to transport on and between the islands and mainland.
It will feature interactive displays and a chance for locals to chat with Council staff about the review.
This event is the first in a series of opportunities for the SMBI communities to have input into the ILTP, which will provide strategic direction for addressing local transport issues.
For more information on the SMBI ILTP SpeakOut on 13 March, phone Council’s Infrastructure Planning Group on 3829 8533.
The event is free and bookings are not necessary.
For more information on the SMBI ILTP, go to www.redland.qld.gov.au.
Does the islands need a public bus service--or are there better ways of reducing the congestion at the ferry terminals?
Does the islands need a public bus service--or are there better ways of reducing the congestion at the ferry terminals?
Alternative :The Demand Responsive Bus system
Around the world a concept called "demand responsive buses" has caught on. In countryside Victoria, communities have found that this answer works for them--editor.
The DRB system is a bus service which will deviate from its fixed route on request, picking users up and dropping them off directly at their homes. This means the bus doesn't travel any further than it needs to, reducing travel time and fuel use.
Council would like to know:
* Are we responding appropriately to the issues identified in Redlands 2030?
* Are we delivering the right services and projects to achieve the 2030 vision?
* Which issues are most important to you?
* What is the one specific thing you would like Council to do in the next five years?
The plan also includes some suggested performance measures to track how well Council is doing.
* Do you think these measures will show whether we are delivering?
* Have we chosen the right things to measure?
* Will they highlight problems or issues?
“We’re very interested to hear what our community thinks of the draft plan and how we can improve it. We’ll carefully consider every response we receive,” Cr Hobson said.
The draft Redland City Council Corporate Plan 2010-2015 is now available at Council’s Customer Service Centres and online at www.redland.qld.gov.au. Responses can be made by post or email, or submitted to Council’s Customer Service Centres at Cleveland and Capalaba.
Comments close 6 April. The final draft, incorporating community feedback, will be presented to Council in May, with the new adopted plan coming into effect 1 July 2010.
Southern Moreton Bay Island (SMBI) residents will have a chance to share their views on local transport issues on 13 March, when Redland City Council hosts the first broad engagement activity for the SMBI Integrated Local Transport Plan (ILTP) review.
The informal session at the Macleay Island Progress Hall will be structured as a SpeakOut, with locals able to come and go at the event over two hours (10am to midday).
The SpeakOut will provide information about the ILTP review process and opportunity for the participants to discuss and prioritise the key issues relating to transport on and between the islands and mainland.
It will feature interactive displays and a chance for locals to chat with Council staff about the review.
This event is the first in a series of opportunities for the SMBI communities to have input into the ILTP, which will provide strategic direction for addressing local transport issues.
For more information on the SMBI ILTP SpeakOut on 13 March, phone Council’s Infrastructure Planning Group on 3829 8533.
The event is free and bookings are not necessary.
For more information on the SMBI ILTP, go to www.redland.qld.gov.au.
Does the islands need a public bus service--or are there better ways of reducing the congestion at the ferry terminals?
Does the islands need a public bus service--or are there better ways of reducing the congestion at the ferry terminals?
Alternative :The Demand Responsive Bus system
Around the world a concept called "demand responsive buses" has caught on. In countryside Victoria, communities have found that this answer works for them--editor.
The DRB system is a bus service which will deviate from its fixed route on request, picking users up and dropping them off directly at their homes. This means the bus doesn't travel any further than it needs to, reducing travel time and fuel use.
Council would like to know:
* Are we responding appropriately to the issues identified in Redlands 2030?
* Are we delivering the right services and projects to achieve the 2030 vision?
* Which issues are most important to you?
* What is the one specific thing you would like Council to do in the next five years?
The plan also includes some suggested performance measures to track how well Council is doing.
* Do you think these measures will show whether we are delivering?
* Have we chosen the right things to measure?
* Will they highlight problems or issues?
“We’re very interested to hear what our community thinks of the draft plan and how we can improve it. We’ll carefully consider every response we receive,” Cr Hobson said.
The draft Redland City Council Corporate Plan 2010-2015 is now available at Council’s Customer Service Centres and online at www.redland.qld.gov.au. Responses can be made by post or email, or submitted to Council’s Customer Service Centres at Cleveland and Capalaba.
Comments close 6 April. The final draft, incorporating community feedback, will be presented to Council in May, with the new adopted plan coming into effect 1 July 2010.
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