A development application has been lodged for a Supermarket Designed by Z Architects the proposal seeks approval for a four-storey commercial building designed to offer a range of uses and a rooftop restaurant with a poolside bar The project aims to revitalise the streetscape the proposal includes plans to widen the footpath along the street frontage the development would involve demolishing the existing motor vehicle repair business and two residential houses currently on the site Two hundred and thirty eight (238) shared car parking spaces (six (6) PWD spaces) are provided in the basement levels and a new commercial driveway is included to provide access to and from Memorial Place Land dedication from the existing site along Memorial Place will be provided to widen the verge The planners at Town Planning Alliance states “The proposed development will adopt a high quality architectural design that will make a positive contribution to the streetscape and surrounds The proposed development is an important catalyst in the revitalisation of the Centre Activities and other development along Waterworks Road” “The design results in a maximum 4-storey built form as envisaged under the Brisbane City Plan 2014 for the District Centre Zone which reflects a built form consistent with other redevelopments along Waterworks Road and Centre Zones in Ashgrove” “The proposal will provide for a high level of amenity through architecturally designed built form appropriate setbacks and high quality landscape which is integrated into the built form The proposal provides for a suitable and compatible interface to surrounding properties and accommodates a road/verge widening to improve pedestrian movement while also promoting streetscape activation through building design for non-residential land uses” “The proposed design seeks to improve the existing access arrangement by consolidating vehicle access to a minor road on Memorial Avenue which contributes to improving safety and efficiency of the road network by removing access and servicing points from Waterworks Road“ We encourage you to like the Your Neighbourhood Facebook page to be updated on other projects or development News articles are presented in an unbiased manner from information publicly accessible that includes referenced links for the reader to obtain any further information The facts of the proposed government projects school upgrades and development applications are based on the available information at the time of the published date with information sourced directly from company websites media releases and development application material We reference all our information at the end of the articles and promote the creators with website backlinks Contact us: mail@yourneighbourhood.com.au Ask Kyoto native Minekazu Hirayama why he’s opened a cafe dedicated to pour-over coffee “Just simply, I love pour-over,” says Hirayama, who has been working at Florence Cafe and Cavalier Coffee Roasters I just want good pour-over at a good price – this is my goal.” That’s exactly what you’ll find at his new cafe which quietly opened in Ashgrove last week Make sure you're subscribed to our newsletter today Hirayama rotates through some of his favourite Japanese roasters Osaka’s Aoma and Coffee County from Fukuoka prefecture there are around four varieties from Weekenders on offer including a washed Kenyan and a pulped natural from Brazil There are also selections from Hirayama’s former employer including a custom blend he uses for espresso drinks The attention to detail extends beyond the coffee Hirayama’s wife Haruka imports ceramics from Japan which will soon be displayed and available for purchase She will also repair broken ceramics using the kintsugi technique “The details are very important,” Hirayama says Everything I’m using has a reason and that makes a huge difference.” Some baked goods are made in-house, including Hirayama’s signature sable cookies filled with buttercream and rum-soaked raisins, canelés, financiers and Basque cheesecake. 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For more information, please review our Privacy Policy Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information (Opt-Out) The Junk Bar is an institution beloved by many In addition to the Ashgrove locals that called the Waterworks Road haunt their second home the hole-in-the-wall has long been a go-to favourite for cocktail connoisseurs and a cherished outlet for musicians and live-music fans Almost immediately after original owners Mia Goodwin and Jamie Trevaskis opened The Junk Bar in 2010 the joint was regarded by all comers as the gold standard for what a suburban bar should look and feel like It was The Junk Bar’s undeniable importance (and the intrinsic qualities that made it so special) that encouraged Dylan and Karen Proctor to purchase the bar in 2020 after Mia and Jamie put it up for sale “It just felt like a different world,” says Dylan “It felt like you walked into this amazing little retreat or an oasis Everyone was just so friendly and Mia was such a great host You’d forget about all of your problems once you walked through the door.” Dylan and Karen – alongside senior staff including business manager Michael Graham venue manager Breah Robilliard and events manager Fraser Bell – have been custodians of the institution’s legacy for the past few years navigating the venue through the dark days of Covid-19 and ensuring it remained a reliable spot for sippers and gig goers when the team couldn’t come to an agreement on a lease renewal Dylan and Karen made the difficult decision to relocate The Junk Bar after 13 years of operation the Ashgrove venue boasted a one-of-a-kind feel – something that wouldn’t be easily replicated elsewhere “A lot of people who would come in would say to me that it feels like they’ve just walked into somebody’s house,” says Breah “I think that comfort aspect was something that everybody was on the same page about maintaining in the new space as well.” the exact spot the crew sought was ready and waiting in New Farm Located on the corner of Brunswick Street and Annie Street the two-level space – once upon a time home to The Alibi Room (and which has relocated to Merthyr Road) – had the right mix of character and functionality to suit The Junk Bar’s specific needs and I remembered there was a really cool space downstairs and they had some really good beers on tap,” recalls Dylan “It was a bit of a no brainer – we’ve got two bars next door and The Valley is just up the road we really wanted to give it a new lease on life.” as the team wrapped up operations in Ashgrove work was underway in New Farm rearranging the floor plans on both levels The result of this process was officially unveiled on Saturday November 9 with long-time fans and curious newcomers flocking to check out The Junk Bar 2.0 furnished as always in an eclectic mix of pre-loved furniture and vintage decor with the iconic record player also positioned near the bar The room’s rustic heritage elements are accented by a deep-green colour scheme which gives the space an intimate ambience both day and night “I think a really charming aspect of Ashgrove was that it was intimate and we had all of these things like beaded curtains and soft lighting,” says Breah “It was like when you go to an old whisky bar – it’s all smoky and mysterious And we’ve maintained that feel across both levels.” Breah oversees The Junk Bar’s beverage offering and has gamely combed through and condensed the menu streamlining the list while maintaining the high standard of execution that earned the venue praise from the jump “I think that Mia and Jamie did such a fantastic job of building something so special and that really sets us apart from any other venue in Brisbane,” says Breah “People come for our cocktails and you can’t find them anywhere else including The Log Lady (Fireball cinnamon whisky topped with choccie biscuits and cinnamon sugar) and the Chilli Choc Martini (house-made chilli chocolate mix while six new beer taps dispense a mix of craft and mainstream brews alongside a clutch of cans and bottles Subscribe for updatesThe venue’s freshly refitted kitchen is overseen by Graham and Jodie Dillon, operators of popular food trucks Bill’s Burgers and El Corazón the offering includes a range of crowd-pleasing options from shareable serves of cheeseburger spring rolls and sweet potato croquettes with rotating specials set to be introduced soon Downstairs has been converted into the Skukum Lounge complete with its signature North American-style log cabin aesthetic The 120-pax live-music space has received a number of upgrades plus plenty of soundproofing to ensure the best live-music experience possible Fraser is responsible for booking The Junk Bar’s calendar of events and is relishing the chance to cement the Skukum Lounge as a reliable venue for all kinds of events from local and interstate acts and a place for punters to catch some truly special performances “[The Skukum Lounge] was always a place where you’d see some really incredible acts performing – it really had a soul,” says Fraser “We are quite lucky because it’s such an inviting space and you can really have a lot of variety in the line-ups Solo performers and singer-songwriters do really well but then it also lends itself to being a really packed-out room for a rock night.” a dedicated bar will ensure guests can replenish themselves without having to miss any of the action While currently the Skukum Lounge pours a similar array of drinks as upstairs the team will look to give both bars a distinct offering in the near future “We are thinking about setting it apart from upstairs to really distinguish between the two areas,” explains Breah “Like running a slightly different cocktail menu that is more like a whisky-bar style oriented towards really delicious built-on-the-rocks cocktails.” Towards the end of our conversation with Dylan the topic shifts towards the state of Brisbane’s live-music scene in 2024 The Junk Bar’s importance to budding Brisbane artists isn’t lost on Dylan and the crew especially with other beloved venues shuttering in recent months The mammoth task of relocating was propelled by a keen awareness of the significance of venues of The Junk Bar’s size to independent artists trying to break through “It’s nice to be a part of the underground scene of Brisbane music,” says Dylan “It all starts in spaces like downstairs or the old Junk Bar It’s like this place where magic and dreams can come true for a lot of people We want to keep the Skukum Lounge name alive.” “That’s why it was so special that we were able to relocate in the first place,” adds Breah “We’ve witnessed the loss of a lot of really iconic music venues in Brisbane – it’s been really hard on the music scene When we lose those medium-range and small places it takes away the launching pad for artists.” Subscribe for updates“If we weren’t able to continue it would make an already difficult Australian music scene even more difficult Given the options that Dylan was presented with I think it’s so amazing that this is the outcome.” The Junk Bar is now open in New Farm. Operating hours and contact details can be found in The Directory. InDaily Queensland acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live, the Turrbal, Yuggera, Yugambeh and Kombumerri people, and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. Terms and Conditions. About InDaily This is probably not the page you’re looking for Tasmanian dairy delivery service, Ashgrove Cheese Pty Ltd, has welcomed a new Isuzu truck to its growing fleet. Having operated in the rural farming district of Elizabeth Town for the past three decades, Ashgrove’s trucks are constantly at work to supply dairy products to supermarket chains, local businesses and a mix of schools and hospitals in the area. The company’s new Isuzu NQR 87-190 is the latest vehicle to travel these delivery routes. Joining a fleet of other Isuzu models – an NMR 450-150, an NPR 45-155, an FRR 110-240 AMT, another NQR 87-190 and Ready-to-Work NPR 45-155 Tradepack, used on the farm – this new truck comes with a range of customisations suited to dairy delivery and the Tasmanian landscape. Featuring a medium wheelbase and a two-pedal automated manual transmission (AMT), the truck is powered by an ultra-efficient four-cylinder Isuzu 4HK1-TCC engine, also providing plenty of pull and payload for heavy milk crates with a GvM of 8.700kg. The new Isuzu NQR 87-190’s 3.365 metre-long medium wheelbase suits the truck’s refrigerated body, which maintains dairy products at the proper temperature, ensuring customer satisfaction and quality control. Additionally, the truck’s compact 12.4-metre turning circle makes navigating the metro laneways and Tasmanian streets much more manageable. According to Ashgrove Cheese Logistics Manager, Corey Harris, Isuzu’s truck builds have always been the company’s number one transporting choice, as they fit the company’s needs perfectly. “There were several reasons why we selected Isuzu Trucks as a transport partner for our fleet,” he said. “We needed trucks that would be cost-effective to run and maintain, reliable fuel-efficient, comfortable and have a high level of presentation that can represent our business on the road.” Comfort has been a particular necessity for Ashgrove, as drivers spend much of their time in the trucks, completing deliveries six days a week from as early as 3 a.m. Isuzu’s in-cab appointments cater to these long work stints, with a 10.1-inch touchscreen MyIsuzu Co-Pilot multimedia unit, featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. This has been a firm favourite with the Ashgrove driver team, who has praised the trucks’ hands-free functions, which greatly reduce the number of potential distractions while driving. Isuzu’s 6-speed AMT is also a highly desirable feature, as it further prompts driver comfort and works to minimise driver fatigue. To Harris, these perks that the AMT provides are vital to company operations and driver satisfaction, and are being integrated into Ashgrove’s entire fleet. “We are transitioning the whole fleet to AMT from manual for driver comfort,” he said. “That way we don’t need to muck around with gear changes while in and around the CBD. The AMT transmission has been a real benefit for our drivers, and I am quite happy with the feedback.” Ashgrove’s Isuzu additions have partially been the result of a longstanding collaboration with Webster Trucks, which has walked the company through the design and building process of refrigeration units on its Isuzu purchases. “Our relationship with Webster Trucks goes back decades,” Harris said. “They have always been a consistent and reliable service provider. I would say their customer-orientated service and support are considerably better than competitors in the area. ​ “I would never go anywhere else after the way they have looked after Ashgrove Cheese and our fleet.” A plan is currently underway to replace all non-Isuzu vehicles in Ashgrove’s fleet with Isuzu trucks during this year and 2026, comfortably working with both Isuzu and Webster Trucks to complete this process efficiently. “As we work through the rotation of our aging fleet, we’re looking at the residual value on that truck, its commercial value as a part of the business, the replacement value of a new unit and the future value that unit will provide,” Harris explained. “The consistency from Webster Trucks and Isuzu is key to this plan and our business goals. ​ “We know we can rely on them now and well into the future.” Australian digital freight and logistics platform, Ofload, has announced the appointment of Dean Newman as its new Chief Operating Officer... Isuzu Australia Limited (IAL) has appointed a seasoned engineer to head-up the product development department. Nicholas Soitaridis will oversee the... The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has announced the winners of the 2025 National Trucking Industry Awards. The ATA is reported... © 2025 All Rights Reserved. All content published on this site is the property of Prime Creative Media. Unauthorised reproduction is prohibited © 2025 All Rights Reserved. All content published on this site is the property of Prime Creative Media. Unauthorised reproduction is prohibited Australians with the money to purchase a passive investment will have their eyes on a retail centre in Ashgrove going up for auction, for the first time since it was built in 2005. The building at 20 Stewart Rd is the home of four small businesses that have all been in the area for more than a decade. Most of the tenants at 20 Stewart Rd, Ashgrove, have been with the property since it was constructed. Three tenants, including the popular Home Cafe, have leased the property since its construction, with the fourth arriving in 2014. Since then, the businesses have become local mainstays in Ashgrove, receiving daily traffic from locals and those passing through the suburb. RWC Retail will be auctioning the building on at the end of August, and has received more than 200 enquiries in the first two weeks of the campaign. The building’s proximity to other Ashgrove spaces makes it a big buy for those looking to generate income through property ownership. Joint Managing Director Michael Feltoe said properties similar to this can get up to 400 unique enquiries, due to the high demand for properties that provide a passive income. “Fully leased retail centres in metropolitan Brisbane have been a popular asset class for private investors for many years, but especially so since mid/late 2020,” he said. Mr Feltoe said this is believed to be due to local retailers showing “surprising resilience” as essential services during the pandemic, offering a consistent and reliable business for investors. 20 Stewart Rd’s tenants have net leases until 2029, contracted to pay all relevant expenses for the next five years. “This is an ultra low maintenance passive retail investment. ” Mr Feltoe said. Home Cafe Ashgrove has been at 20 Stewart Rd for almost 20 years, with hundreds of positive reviews across social media. “Suburban retail is beloved for having local tenants with a strong connection to the community … nowhere is more prevalent than 20 Stewart Road, with the stores being favourites of the Ashgrove area.” RWC Retail was unable to give an estimated price range for the property, due to there being no equivalent property sales in the area. The 9:45am auction will take place on Friday August 30 at Level 26, 111 Eagle Street Brisbane City. realcommercial.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. The beloved venue will be ending their 14-year reign in sleepy Ashgrove, moving over to a new Brisbane location. Local band Flamingo Blonde performing at The Junk Bar (Supplied) A sad day comes for Ashgrove locals, as the indie haven of 14 years, The Junk Bar, is packing up and moving to a new venue.  The Junk Bar has resided in a corner brick-and-mortar on Waterworks Road since 2010, created by Jamie Trevaskis (owner of past venue Troubadour) and Mia Goodwin. The venue served as the local watering hole for those residing in inner Western pockets such as Ashgrove and neighbouring Bardon, The Gap and Paddington and was remembered fondly for its eclectic cabin-inspired decor and local indie gigs.  The venue posted the news of its relocation to social media this week, adapting to the turbulent times in the live music and nightlife industries.  “After 14 significant years, our Ashgrove venue will be wrapping up this October. The exciting part is - we’ve found a wonderful new home on Brunswick Street in New Farm!” The post read. “Persevering as a small venue in recent years has been no easy feat - we’ve all witnessed the loss of many iconic and important live music venues in recent months, which is why we are so excited to have the ability to carry on in a new location. “We would like to thank from the bottom of our hearts everyone who has poured their love and support into The Junk Bar over the last 14 years - Ashgrove locals, our neighbours on Ashgrove Avenue and the many amazing artists and bands that have filled up our little room! The Junk Bar has been the launching pad for many iconic local acts, and we want to bring this legacy with us to New Farm.” Don't miss a beat with our FREE daily newsletter View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Junk Bar (@thejunkbar) While a date for the closing of the Ashgrove store has yet to be announced, the venue has teased that it will be hosting an intimate ‘Farewell Festival’ at the end of October to celebrate a new chapter in its history. art deco home that has barely seen the real estate market in the past century has sold for well over the median price of the popular Brisbane suburb but had four registered bidders eager to compete for the place on the sunny Saturday morning the home was described as a unique bungalow within the area and has only been on the market three times since it was built The home was owned by a couple since 2016 who have since had a child who described their lifestyle within the home as “relaxed” throughout their eight-year residence A crowd of twenty people gathered in the backyard where the auction began with a starting bid of $1.2 million: exactly the median house price for Ashgrove Onlookers sought out the shade after having walked through the small but cozy property Bidding went back and forth in offers of $50,000 before slowing down just shy of $1.4 million Three bidders were actively moving back and forth with rising bids the top bidder went inside to negotiate with the vendors and agents from Ray White Paddington the price had raised by nearly $100,000 – and the home sold for $1.47 million The house is full of artistic flourishes to emphasise the unique character of its architecture with one of them calling their architect partner while overseas in Shanghai Agent Judi O’Dea said the two had sold their old home in the New Farm-Teneriffe area with Ashgrove homes having a larger space and a more tight-knit community “Two bedrooms obviously isn’t enough in a family area Ms O’Dea said there’s a lot of potential for the new owners to expand the character house into a family home “It was a great result,” she said of the final outcome third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. 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Good and faithful servant: Fr John Begg spent his life serving others as a Marist Father and missionary Marist Father John Begg died on November 10 at Villa Maria He has been lovingly remembered as a dedicated priest and his presence will be sorely missed as he enters eternal life His funeral Mass was celebrated yesterday by fellow Marist Fathers remembering a life of service and commitment The Marist Fathers were always there for Fr John Begg Growing up in Ashgrove and a part of St John’s Wood parish and then attending Marist College Ashgrove and St John’s College the Marist Fathers were just a part of life for Fr Begg They were there when his widowed mother needed them most Fr Begg said it was “their friendliness and the way they helped my Mum during those early difficult years (that impressed)” “My widowed mother had a great devotion to Our Lady and it was just providential that we grew up three hundred metres from the Marist monastery at Glenlyon House (Ashgrove),” Fr Begg said “Then the more I had to do with them I picked up their love and devotion to Mary Fr Begg met Marist missionaries serving in the Pacific Islands Hearing their stories of serving some of the most remote communities in the world planted the seed of what would become a large part of his vocation and taught at his alma mater St John’s College where fellow Marist Father and life-long friend Fr Jim Carty said he had earned a “legendary status as a sportsman” Fr Begg applied to become a missionary in the Marist Fathers Oceania Province Fr Begg served in the Pacific for 20 years the same part of the world his father had served in during the Second World War He was just six when his father died of injuries sustained during the Second World War bringing his missionary experience into his ministry in Marist parishes in Sydney your resolute faith and dedicated service as a priest of the Society of Mary who you chose by a gracious choice,” Fr Carty said love and exemplary commitment throughout your priestly life “That imperfect journey which began all those years ago is now complete The Catholic Leader is an Australian award-winning Catholic newspaper that has been published by the Archdiocese of Brisbane since 1929 accurate and balanced Catholic perspective of local national and international news while upholding the dignity of the human person We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians who have walked upon and cared for this land for thousands of years We acknowledge the continued deep spiritual attachment and relationship of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to this country and commit ourselves to the ongoing journey of Reconciliation Copyright © All Rights Reserved The Catholic Leader Tasmanians are being warned of a potential milk shortage following days of severe weather across the state one of Tasmania’s leading milk producers says power outages caused by storms have disrupted their milk production “The wild weather and power disruptions have caused our factory to experience a brief interruption in milk production on Monday,” Ashgrove said in a statement “Supermarket shelves may be short on your favourite milk over the next few days.” TasFarmers President Ian Sauer said the power outages have caused major issues for farmers across the state He says many farms are unable to milk their cows without power and backup generators have been in short supply “The other thing that happens is after a couple of days of the power being off the cows realise the electric fences aren’t working so then they’ve got access to the whole farm which creates even more difficulties,” he told The Country Hour Over 47,000 properties were without power at the height of the storm on Sunday night with TasNetworks crews working around the clock since to restore services More than 16,000 properties remained without power particularly across the north of the state The Bureau of Meteorology says winds and rain have now eased A cold front is then expected to move over the state on Friday afternoon Send your photos, videos and tip-offs to[email protected], use our News Tips form or call and leave us a message on 03 6124 2526. Copyright © 2025. Pulse Tasmania is published by Pulse Media Group Pty Ltd. Play Duration: 4 minutes 26 seconds4m 26sPresented by Trying to reduce the emissions from livestock is a big challenge for modern farmers, but one small dairy in Tasmania is trying something new - releasing a new line of milk from cows that have been fed a special additive made from seaweed. It's designed to make them emit less of the environmentally damaging methane gas. But its success relies having customers who are willing to pay a little extra for a climate-friendly alternative. Dr Michael Battaglia, mission lead, CSIRO Towards Net Zero Mission Ashgrove bottles of milk, taken 26 March, 2024, Elizabeth Town, Tasmania.(ABC News: Laurissa Smith) TranscriptSamantha Donovan: To help reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissions, many farmers are trying to find ways of cutting the amount of methane their livestock emit. It's a big challenge, but one small dairy in Tasmania is trying something new. It's launched a brand of milk from cows that have been fed a special seaweed additive. Alexandra Humphries filed this report. Alexandra Humphries: Feeding cows seaweed to reduce their methane output is not a new idea, but turning it into a successful business model is another story. In this case, the supplement is made from a native red seaweed in Tasmania called asparagopsis. The company making the extract claims to be the first in the world to do so commercially. Paul Bennett: It doesn't change the taste at all. We've got to be careful when we feed cows because if we feed them canola crops, if I feed them onions, if I feed them potatoes, anything will taint milk that comes through, this is great. It has no taint at all. Alexandra Humphries: The milk's been in some Tasmanian supermarkets for a couple of months, but the supplement isn't cheap and as a result, the milk needs to be sold at a higher price. According to Paul Bennett, Eco Milk costs about 12 cents a litre more to produce and that's been added to the price at the check-out. If customers aren't willing to pay, he says Ashgrove will have to stop making it. Paul Bennett: It's been really good acceptance by the public and there's a lot of people that are supporting it. It's not overwhelming, but it is getting really good support. Alexandra Humphries: Ashgrove is far from the only Australian producer trying to limit its environmental impact. Dr Michael Battaglia is the mission lead for the CSIRO's Towards Net Zero mission. Dr Michael Battaglia: Tackling livestock methane is hard, but there's considerable effort and investment going on by both the industry and the research sectors to try and nudge it. Have we made a big difference so far? No. There's been a gradual decline over time in emissions intensity from animals. I think it's probably improved something in the order of 10 to 20% over since the early 90s. Alexandra Humphries: He believes reducing emissions from livestock will help protect Australia's agriculture industry as international markets move towards products with lower environmental impacts and lots of methods are being tried. Alexandra Humphries: Dr Battaglia thinks a range of solutions will be needed. Dr Michael Battaglia: I think the future in ag looks like us trialling and scaling a whole range of small scale techniques and stacking them up and making them work in farms and enterprises. Samantha Donovan: That's Dr Michael Battaglia from the CSIRO. Alexandra Humphries reporting. Download the ABC listen app to hear more of your favourite podcasts AshGrove Capital an independent pan-European specialty lender has announced the close of a  €650 million Fund II This milestone reflects a more than 100 per cent increase in fund size compared to AshGrove's €300 million inaugural fund making it the only independent European performing private credit fund to achieve such growth in recent years AshGrove was founded five years ago and operates below the radar of traditional European direct lenders It specialises in lending €10-50 million of senior secured debt capital to businesses with robust business models and a high proportion of recurring revenues Fund II has already committed approximately 20 per cent of its capital across five investments with a robust pipeline of further opportunities which held a final close at €300 million in late 2021 is performing ahead of expectations and has already delivered several strong realisations This first fund is benchmarking within the top 5 per cent of European senior debt funds according to Burgiss benchmarking The Firm focuses on senior secured investments in companies with resilient business models within B2B software and services integrating ESG principles and values in all aspects of its business promoting responsible and sustainable business practices Fund II achieved a 107 per cent re-up rate among existing limited partners and secured over €325 million in new capital commitments Over 40 per cent of Fund II capital comes from US-based investors and its investor base includes pension funds attributes the Firm’s success to skills and determination: we saw a structural opportunity in the European lending market to back small and medium-sized companies with resilient non-cyclical business models within B2B software and services We believe access to credit should not be a function of business size Post Courier THE school Sir Julius Chan cherished and often said was his pathway into his political career released a statement mourning his loss but also farewell him in true school spirit “Sir Julius was a student at Marist College Ashgrove between 1954 and 1958 and commenced a three-generation legacy at Marist with his sons and grandsons attending the College.” “Sir Julius is recognised as one of the founding fathers of Papua New Guinea serving as Prime Minister on two occasions from 1980 to 1982 and 1994 to 1997 making him one of PNG’s longest-serving politicians Sir Julius had a remarkable career spanning almost fifty years.” The College remembered Sir Julius’ legacy as one of leadership and worked tirelessly to ensure a brighter future for his people and progress resonates far beyond the political sphere and leaves a lasting mark on the nation he loved.” we remember the profound impact Sir Julius had on our Marist Family Our thoughts are with his family and all those whose lives he touched.” Marist College was honoured that Sir Julius visited the College last year to address our students and share memories about his time at Marist and how it prepared him to lead Papua New Guinea Marist feels very proud to have had Sir Julius as an Old Boy “May our loving God with Mary our good mother and St Marcellin Champagnat welcome Sir Julius home.” Sir J the grand chief the one and only longest serving politicians in png .He is regarded as the man of God given WISDOM to lead PNG and NEW IRELAND .His legacy will remain 💯 for generations to come ..Rest in Peace 💔💔💔🤣🙏🙏 Very sad and worried about our beloved Father of Papua New Guinea may his soul rest in peace.martin Mara’s and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Get the latest news delivered straight to your inbox A shocked witness has told how two hero tradies managed to rescue an elderly woman with one of them carrying her out on his back after a house suddenly collapsed in Brisbane’s west Please call us on 1800 070 535 and we’ll help resolve the issue or try again later Any Questions? Please call 1800 070 535 Saturday & Sunday 7:00am – 11:30am (AEST) Ash Grove Court is a studio and two bedroom apartment led high-end PBSA and boasts strong bookings for 2025-2026 Beachrock has been instructed to sell Ash Grove Court a 99-bedroom purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) asset adjacent to the University of Surrey Stag Hill Campus The bid deadline is 5pm on Wednesday 7 May 2025 The Guildford-based scheme is a studio and two bedroom apartment led high-end residential specification and the asset boasts strong bookings for 2025-2026 The accommodation boasts a vibrant courtyard with a games area and private terrace or soak up some sunshine during the warmer months Residents can also gather together and enjoy movie nights or gaming sessions in the communal lounge equipped with comfortable seating and modern entertainment facilities the Ash Grove Court scheme includes an on-site fitness suite featuring state-of-the-art equipment and facilities A dedicated study area also provides quiet spaces and residents benefit from convenient bicycle storage facilities and comprehensive contents insurance included in the rent Ash Grove Court is a five-minute walk from the University of Surrey and a 23-minute bus ride or eight-minute car journey to The Academy of Contemporary Music Guildford’s historic landmarks include Guildford Castle and Guildford Cathedral Stoke Park offers acres of green space for outdoor activities while The Star Inn is an ever-popular public house B2B sales intelligence platform Dealfront has raised a €30 million investment from AshGrove Capital and applications to empower sales and marketing teams to identify The platform was formed in 2022 through the merger of Echobot and Leadfeeder supported by a €180 million equity investment from GHP AshGrove’s investment will enable Dealfront to continue its rapid growth and accelerate geographic expansion. “We are delighted to have AshGrove on board as a partner to Dealfront AshGrove’s investment provides even greater firepower as we continue to grow and cement our position as the European champion in B2B sales intelligence.” Our design strategies support high-quality development that complements Brisbane’s character and lifestyle Council supports the design of new buildings places and spaces that fit our city’s subtropical Our design strategies and guidelines help to ensure that new development considers local climate These urban design values apply to all aspects of the built environment Design-led City – A design strategy for Brisbane sets the framework for a citywide approach for design that reflects Brisbane’s character It supports our vision for becoming a well-designed subtropical city.   outlines a set of design values that can apply to all elements of the built environment includes key actions for improving design processes for procurement maintenance and capital investment programs across Brisbane Download the strategy for more information.  It supports our vision for becoming a well-designed subtropical city.   Download the strategy for more information.  PDF  •   3 MB   •   Last modified 2019 We’re creating vibrant neighbourhood centres across Brisbane that reflect local culture and character By funding upgrades and projects that benefit suburban precincts we’re helping to create new opportunities for residents and businesses.  we’re helping to create new opportunities for residents and businesses.  Better Suburbs – Places and Spaces (BSPS) is our plan for creating a city of thriving The BSPS program delivers upgrades to public spaces and neighbourhood places Previously known as Village Precinct Projects these improvements contribute to the commercial vitality of a neighbourhood centre by creating:  these improvements contribute to the commercial vitality of a neighbourhood centre by creating:  BSPS projects deliver a range of improvements including new:  Opportunities and improvements will vary for each site This will depend on community values and interests project budget and the site constraints of the project area We’re revitalising the neighbourhood precinct at the corner of Ryans Road and Robinson Road, Nundah BSPS projects deliver a range of improvements including new:  We’re revitalising the neighbourhood precinct at the corner of Ryans Road and Robinson Road, Nundah Renewal projects create vibrant and inclusive communities New World City Design Guide - Buildings that Breathe is a user-friendly guide for achieving subtropical building design.  It illustrates ideas for meeting key design elements such as orientation incorporating natural ventilation and harnessing shade.   planners and developers can see the ideas in action in case studies and use checklists to design attractive comfortable and sustainable buildings.   The non-statutory guide showcases the highest standards of design and construction Download the guides for more information or view the Subtropical building design planning scheme policy New World City Design Guide - Buildings that Breathe is a user-friendly guide for achieving subtropical building design.  incorporating natural ventilation and harnessing shade.   comfortable and sustainable buildings.   Download the guides for more information or view the Subtropical building design planning scheme policy PDF  •   15 MB   •   Last modified 2016 PDF  •   181 KB   •   Last modified 2014 We encourage the design of greener and more energy efficient buildings across Brisbane These developments have positive impacts on the environment the economy and the health and wellbeing of our community.  The Brisbane Green Factor is a green infrastructure ratings tool for development specialists.   The tool measures all forms of greening on a development site and helps to deliver increased vegetation within the city’s development. The tool is voluntary and applicants are encouraged to submit a Brisbane Green Factor score with their development application the economy and the health and wellbeing of our community.  The Brisbane Green Factor is a green infrastructure ratings tool for development specialists.   The tool measures all forms of greening on a development site and helps to deliver increased vegetation within the city’s development. The tool is voluntary and applicants are encouraged to submit a Brisbane Green Factor score with their development application Design-led City – Low-to-medium density residential Design Guide outlines the design outcomes and approach that architects planners and developers should consider when designing homes to reflect community expectations It provides a best-practice reference to inform the design of low-to-medium density residential development such as townhouses and apartment buildings up to 5 storeys.  Download the guide for more information.  such as townhouses and apartment buildings up to 5 storeys.  Download the guide for more information.  PDF  •   4 MB   •   Last modified 2019 This non-statutory guide does not prescribe development requirements It’s a practical reference document that supports better design outcomes Brisbane is known for its unique heritage and character homes These are protected to preserve our local history and their cultural and architectural significance Before planning alterations, understand the development guidelines for heritage and character homes Before planning alterations, understand the development guidelines for heritage and character homes Reviewing a design at key stages of development is a fundamental part of the design process It helps identify potential issues and allows for testing of ideas This continual refinement and enhancement ensure that the final design outcomes are of the highest quality The Independent Design Advisory Panel (IDAP) advises Council on best practice outcomes for a range of current development applications key pieces of infrastructure and policy.   Panel members draw on real world experience current industry best practice and their knowledge of alternative development models from other localities The panel is independent from Council and does not make decisions Council is responsible for determining the outcomes of development applications and how Council policy is shaped Council's Design Brisbane team is the direct point of contact with IDAP and helps to manage the day-to-day processes and operation of the panel. The City Planning and Design Manager acts as Chair of the panel meetings.  IDAP also plays a key role in the DesignSMART prelodgement service offered by Council The panel gives advice aimed at delivering development that aligns with the New World City Design Guide - Buildings that Breathe key pieces of infrastructure and policy.   Council's Design Brisbane team is the direct point of contact with IDAP and helps to manage the day-to-day processes and operation of the panel. The City Planning and Design Manager acts as Chair of the panel meetings.  IDAP also plays a key role in the DesignSMART prelodgement service offered by Council Home / Obituaries / Marie Callaghan (née O’Gorman) The death has taken place April 18th 2025 at Belfast City Hospital of Marie Callaghan (née O’Gorman) beloved daughter of the late Vera and James O’Gorman and dear sister of Gerardine Reposing at her home on Saturday (April 19th) from 5p.m Funeral leaving her home on Monday (April 21st) at 11.30a.m for Requiem Mass in St Mary’s Church Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery Deeply regretted by her heartbroken husband Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her soul Donations in lieu of flowers please to Friends of the Cancer Centre c/o Quigley Funeral Directors The Requiem Mass can be viewed live via the Parish Webcam http://www.melmountparish.com/webtv.html enquiries@highlandradio.comTelephone: (+353) 07491 25000Text: (+353) 086 60 25000Fax: (+353) 07491 25344 Designed by Manna  | Developed by Purposemakers Explore the local projects and plans supporting Brisbane’s growth Learn how our design guidelines support development A police helicopter has been deployed in the search of a missing boy last seen in Ashgrove this afternoon The U.K.-based outfit (Yet) Another Distribution Company has acquired worldwide distribution rights to the documentary feature The Ashgrove Experiment which follows the process of making Jeremy LaLonde’s 2022 improvised drama Ashgrove is directed by Christopher Warre Smets (The Last Hit Man) The film is produced by Jonas Chernick (The Burning Season) for his prodco Banana-Moon Sky Films LaLonde’s Cryingman Productions and Peter Harvey Productions Executive producers include Amanda Brugel (Infinity Pool); Cory Chernick and Daryn Chernick who also produced the original film; Spencer Giese (James vs His Future Self); Hollywood Suite president and co-founder David Kines and entertainment lawyer Sam Posner The film was funded by Hollywood Suite and private investors Ashgrove was directed and co-written by LaLonde along with stars Chernick and Brugel follows a scientist whose ability to stop a pandemic hinges on stabilizing her relationship with her husband during a weekend retreat Also starring in the film is Shawn Doyle (The Expanse) Sugith Varughese (Kim’s Convenience) and Christine Horne (Fellow Travelers) (Yet) Another Distribution Company plans to release the doc on Prime Video in the U.K and North America and on YouTube globally on Nov The deal was negotiated by (Yet) Another’s Shawny McIntosh and The Ashgrove Experiment’s producers The documentary premiered at the Revue Cinema earlier in May and has been available on Hollywood Suite since June The Ashgrove Experiment is the latest actor-director collaboration between Chernick and LaLonde after 2015’s How to Plan an Orgy in a Small Town and 2019’s James vs Innovation and Sport and Minister Assisting the Premier on Olympics and Paralympics Sport and EngagementThe Honourable Stirling Hinchliffe A new clubhouse has opened at Ashgrove Sports Ground featuring a gym and strength and conditioning centre The $4.125 million clubhouse is shared by GPS Rugby Club and Valleys District Cricket Club who have a combined 3,000 players including 2,200 juniors and scores of volunteers Construction created 10 full-time jobs.  The opening of the Ashgrove Sports Ground clubhouse delivers on a $2.4 million Palaszczuk Government election commitment for Cooper GPS Rugby contributed $1.1 million to the project with $125,000 from Valleys District Cricket Club and $500,000 from Brisbane City Council Valleys has also upgraded the ground’s cricket nets with a separate $100,000 investment by the Palaszczuk Government “It’s really important that we not only have our own space from a convenience perspective but it’s also recognition that women are athletes and we contribute strongly to the sporting landscape of Australia This is also about providing a place for the whole region to gather and share our common bonds as a local community through our sport or just green space where we can exercise or walk the dog The new clubhouse gives both clubs the home base they need to attract new players and keep current players in the game for longer.” “This Palaszczuk Government election commitment is a win for sport and a win for the community “GPS Rugby and Valleys have shared Ashgrove Sports Ground for more than four decades “And a terrific example of the shared sport infrastructure we want to build that’s used by clubs throughout the year “More girls and women playing sport is one of legacies we want to achieve from the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games “When Queensland girls have their own changerooms we know they’re more likely to get on a team stick with it and shine”    GPS Rugby Club President Michael Taylor said: “This development puts GPS ahead of the pack in terms of how we can develop the game by offering a facility that caters for all levels including our women’s game which is going from strength to strength,” said Mr Taylor toilets and training facilities for women has been hampered in the past by limited space and ageing clubrooms but now we have delivered a facility that ensures our women’s game can be properly supported and developed at GPS “And this is just the tip of the iceberg in terms of what we can now offer with this long-overdue project which I have been privileged to be a part of.” Please use our complaints and compliments form A small dairy in Tasmania is stocking supermarket shelves with what it says is the world’s first branded milk produced by cows fed with a seaweed that makes them emit lower levels of environmentally damaging methane gas The livestock industry accounts for about 30 percent of global methane emissions Seaweed and other feed additives for cattle could reduce these greenhouse gas emissions but have yet to be widely adopted due to cost family-owned Tasmanian dairy producer Ashgrove has been feeding about 500 cows — a fifth of its total — an oil containing a seaweed extract that reduces the methane released by a cow’s digestion The cows produce about 10,000 liters of milk a day a portion of which is bottled as “Eco-Milk” and sold across Tasmania “We’re getting about 25 percent reduction in methane,” Bennett said Eco-Milk is a test of whether consumers will pay extra for dairy products that have a lower environmental impact A 2-liter bottle sells for A$5.50 (US$3.67) but the company had yet to decide on whether to expand the project Producers of feed additives that inhibit the release of methane by microbes digesting plant matter in cows’ stomachs have invested hundreds of millions of dollars to produce enough to feed millions of animals French cheese maker Bel Group last year said it would feed an additive to about 10,000 dairy cows in Slovakia The additive used by Ashgrove is supplied by a Tasmanian company called Sea Forest “And the pace of decarbonization will be much slower.” A new community space is to open in New Elgin this weekend following months of planning with residents A special lights and music show will mark the opening of “The Link” on Southfield Drive from 3.30pm on Saturday 30 November The event follows months of planning and community engagement involving the Moray Pathways Local Employability Partnership (LEP) and the New Elgin Community Plan and a number of local volunteers have already signed up to help with the running of the space It has been agreed that the facility will be open to people of all ages in the community In the first phase it will operate as a daytime drop-in centre offering a range of taster sessions including parent and family drop-ins Communities and Children services committee Cllr Kathleen Robertson said: “The opening of this new space is the culmination of a lot of hard work from the LEP and the New Elgin Community Plan “I am delighted to see this vision become a reality It’s a wonderful example of how the community has come together to create a place where people of all ages can gather added: “This is such an exciting opportunity for members of this local community and local groups to come together to make connections It’s been great to see residents working together to share ideas get involved and bring the project to life Saturday’s opening will involve a range of fun activities including a bouncy castle and Santa’s grotto The new space will be available to members of the community in New Elgin Cookie Settings Powered by Onclusive PR Manager™ A development application has been lodged for the Service Station Upgrade and Food and Drink Outlet (Mcdonald’s Restaurant) located at 270 Waterworks Road & 9 Trout Street Designed by Verve Building Design the proposed seeks a single storey Food & Drink outlet (with drive-thru) development within a redeveloped service station and other structures (excluding the service station shop and forecourt) are proposed to be demolished to facilitate the site redevelopment The new fast food outlet building will be proposed to the east of the site adjoining the service station shop to the east and providing a drive-thru) to the rear The larger site will be provided with new vehicle access to Trout Street to provide direct access to the duel order bays of Mcdonald’s Eleven (17) shared car parking spaces (one (1) PWD space) are provided A new shared split driveway is included to provide access to and from Trout Road and the 2 existing access points to Waterworks Road will remain The planners at Infinitum Partners states “The proposal will involve upgrading the existing service station tenancy by expanding into the existing mechanics workshop and incorporating a new drive thru food and drink outlet which adjoins to the existing building The existing service station infrastructure will be retained and remain operational throughout the entire construction period The proposal will further consolidate a fuel and food and beverage offering from the site and within the Ashgrove district centre” The proposals seek 490sqm of gross floor area (GFA) will be placed on the 2,672sqm site area 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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Ash Grove Cement has acquired Geofortis LLC operator of a Utah-based raw natural pozzolan milling and classifying line and nearby deposit Geofortis has obtained approvals for its supplementary cementitious material from agencies in California These are among Western states where public or private construction interests are evolving concrete specifications due to diminishing fly ash availability Referring to the integration of the Geofortis team and facility Ash Grove President Serge Smith noted that it: “aligns perfectly with our long-term growth strategy and commitment to sustainability High-quality natural pozzolan products complement our existing portfolio and will enable us to offer more environmentally friendly solutions to customers This acquisition reinforces our dedication to developing sustainable solutions that build raw or calcined (metakaolin) natural pozzolans are emerging as partial portland cement replacements in concrete mix designs for projects with low-carbon requirements American Concrete Institute and Natural Pozzolan Association committee and standards development work have dovetailed Geofortis and peers’ site permitting and material processing capacity ramp up Read the article online at: https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/16092024/ash-grove-acquires-geofortis/ In the latest episode of the World Cement Podcast Senior Editor David Bizley is joined by Dr Andrew Minson of the GCCA to discuss the ins and outs of the recently launched Low Carbon Ratings (LCR) system Listen for free today » Backed by Clean Energy Ventures and Buzzi Unicem USA Queens Carbon will leverage funding to scale its energy-efficient cement production platform Embed article link: (copy the HTML code below): This article has been tagged under the following: Already a member? 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Ashgrove in partnership with environmental technology company Sea Forest has created what is claimed to be the world’s first commercially available low emission milk Ashgrove Eco-Milk delivers the “full cream milk experience” retaining its taste and quality while reducing methane emissions a global leader in Asparagopsis seaweed cultivation has developed Seafeed – a “revolutionary” feed product with the potential to reduce methane emissions from livestock by up to 90% By incorporating Seafeed into its cows’ diet Ashgrove says it “significantly lowers” its herd’s methane footprint without compromising milk quality Seafeed has been used across commercial farming and feedlots for the past three years and is backed by over 30 peer-reviewed studies “Ashgrove is proud to be at the forefront of this global challenge offering a solution rooted in Tasmanian innovation,” says Ashgrove Managing Director Richard Bennett “Eco-Milk embodies our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and community wellbeing.” Ashgrove Eco-Milk is Sea Forest’s latest climate-friendly product innovation Sea Forest partnered with Grill’d to create the Gamechanger burger said to be the world’s first sustainable grass-fed beef burger Sea Forest is also partnering with Fonterra and MJ Bale to reduce methane emissions across multiple industries and product lines “Partnering with Ashgrove to launch the world’s first low emission milk is a remarkable milestone for Sea Forest,” says Sea Forest CEO Sam Elsom “This pioneering collaboration demonstrates the potential of our methane-mitigating feed product to revolutionise the dairy industry globally “We’re committed to working with partners like Ashgrove to expand this technology and empower consumers worldwide to make sustainable choices while enjoying delicious and nutritious milk.” Ashgrove Eco-Milk is available at Woolworths Collaborative Community Projects NDIS Carer Support & Respite Community Development Home Newsroom Carinity supports Ashgrove church to help more individuals and families A Brisbane church will be able to expand the number of people they help overcome difficulties in life thanks to a grant from Carinity For the past 10 years Ashgrove Baptist Church has operated Ashgrove Community Care said the community support initiative seeks to “empower individuals and families by facilitating growth in the midst of life’s challenges” “Ashgrove Community Care exists to provide professional and accessible counselling supervision and information assistance to everyone within our community,” Dave said “We also offer community courses that assist with marriages Ashgrove Community Care is expanding to include family and parenting and youth wellbeing support. Parent organisation Ashgrove Baptist Church was one of eight Queensland Baptist churches allocated funding from the latest round of Carinity’s Collaborative Community Projects Dave said the funding would allow Ashgrove Community Care to increase the number of individuals and families they support in the western suburbs of Brisbane “With the assistance of the community grant we will onboard a new coordinator who will oversee the expansion of these services with a three-year vision focusing on family relationships “We are seeking to expand our services to include a variety of other professionals such as psychology “We are very thankful to partner with Carinity in this way and are grateful to God to serve our community.” Carinity’s Community Development Coordinator Ashgrove Community Care’s new three-year project is a “good example of a local church seeking to connect meaningfully with their community to deliver long lasting transformation in peoples’ lives” “David and his team have taken the time to consult with local community groups council representatives and key business leaders to formulate a strategy for change which considers the ongoing challenges people living locally are facing,” Philip said A total of $188,000 in new funding approvals allocated through the Collaborative Community Projects will support eight projects designed to relieve and mitigate disadvantage promote connectivity for vulnerable people and increase the strength of local neighbourhoods Approximately $312,000 will also be distributed to multi-year projects approved in previous years of the Collaborative Community Projects program To learn more about Ashgrove Community Care and its services, or to volunteer at the centre, phone 3366 2200 or visit www.ashgrovecommunitycare.org.au Of all the centenarians who currently live in Carinity aged care communities ANZAC Day is a special time of reflection for Carinity Colthup Manor aged care resident and Vietnam War veteran A church ministry which aims to empower struggling families and "create something truly transformational" for the Moreton Bay community is being funded by Carinity’s Collaborative Community Projects Carinity acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Queensland and their connections to land We pay respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today