derelict knockdown has sold for $700,000 to a buyer who will spend hundreds of thousands more cleaning it up as more people choose renovating over detonating in the current market The two-bedroom property attracted national attention when it hit the market for offers above $699,000 RELATED: ‘Get a bobcat’: Buyers flock to derelict house with shock asking price said even though the house “should be bowled over” it was cheaper to renovate than demolish and rebuild “It would cost you maybe $20,000 or $30,000 to get rid of everything whereas you could spent maybe $100,000 to tidy it up a bit,” Mr Anderson said “You can’t buy a house in that area for $800,000 really.” The home at 62 Blaker Rd in the Brisbane suburb of Mitchelton sold to a local buyer who plans to renovate the eyesore Marketing agent Rob Missenden of Denovans Real Estate said he had received “more offers than I could count” for the home “The most amount of interest has been from flippers and people wanting to renovate,” Mr Missenden said People have fixed up worse and knocked over better.” He said a cosmetic renovation could add enough value to be able to resell the property for a price in the low $900,000s “I’ve sold plenty of houses like this before,” he said he recently sold a three-bedroom house in even worse condtion at 100 Glen Retreat Rd for $739,000 to a couple who are in the process of renovating it sold for $739,000 to a couple who are renovating it The buyers of this house at 100 Glen Retreat Rd Every room in the house was filled with rubbish the bathroom vanity was coming off the wall Fixer-uppers are still attracting interest despite a long wait for builders and an increase in costs for supplies A search on realestate.com.au shows there are a number of ‘renovate or detonate’ properties on the market across the state — for surprisingly high prices three-bedder on a corner block in sought-after Seven Hills is on the market for offers over $1.3m — purely based on its land value A very rundown house in the town of Yeppoon is on the market for $450,000 and advertised as; ‘Yes but you could transform me into an amazing close-to-the-beach home!’ 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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Police say man was charged with murder by reckless indifference for allegedly failing to contact emergency services after the pair suffered an ‘adverse reaction’ to drugs A Brisbane man has been charged with murder by “reckless indifference” after allegedly supplying drugs to two people then failing to render assistance when they suffered what police describe as an “adverse reaction” Queensland police Det Sen Sgt Nick Jones told reporters there had been four children – aged between five and 15 – at the property in Kentville Street at Mitchelton when the deaths occurred on Thursday and that one had called 000 for help On arrival emergency services found a Mitchelton woman and a man described by police as a “friend” He was later arrested and charged with murder Jones said the man had assisted police and participated in a record of interview Jones said it was alleged the man supplied drugs to the dead man and woman and that “we’re pretty confident that at least some of those drugs were cocaine and amphetamines” He said the alleged victims had an “adverse reaction” but that it would not be clear whether that related to the quantity or quality of the drugs they consumed until toxicology and drug analysis results were obtained “These adverse reactions happened that night and [the accused man allegedly] stayed overnight,” Jones said part of the investigation is establishing that exact timeline We believe he was there when the drugs were used.” Jones said police contacted the father and grandmother of the children found at the scene “It was a traumatic situation for the children they were taken to a place of safety,” he said In 2019, Queensland changed its definition of murder to include cases of “reckless indifference to life”. Questioned about why police had preferred a murder charge, Jones told reporters: “It’s a complex legal issue, I’ll grant you that.” “However we believe that’s the most appropriate charge that relates to the circumstances involved. There is an onus on people where others are in difficulties, particularly medical difficulties, to take some action where appropriate. “Our allegation will be, as per my original statement, that did not occur.” He did not appear in Brisbane magistrates court when his charges were mentioned on Friday. His charges are set to be mentioned again in the same court on 8 October. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) We couldn’t find the page you were looking for Coronis Group CEO Karuna Mazzocchi announced the opening as part of the company’s ongoing expansion with Mitchelton joining Coronis Ascot and Southport as the latest agencies to open within the past quarter Mr Oram joined Coronis over a decade ago through their renowned sales training program quickly developing outstanding sales skills before making the transition to business owner The new office is located on Blackwood Street one of Brisbane’s premier suburban centres just ten kilometres from the CBD in Brisbane’s North-West “The Coronis Group is on a growth trajectory and I’m excited to be on that journey with the team,” Mr Oram said “Our mission is to change people’s lives for the better and that’s exactly what Coronis Mitchelton is going to do.” Mr Oram’s connection to the area has grown significantly since he and his wife purchased a home together in Mitchelton in 2021 making the decision to open a franchise in the suburb a natural choice “I really enjoy the vibrancy Blackwood Street brings to the community and just want Coronis Mitchelton to add further to the rich local story,” he said The opening reflects Coronis Group’s commitment to supporting their team members’ professional growth and success “This is the perfect opportunity for Jackson to extend beyond his already positive impact in his local community,” Ms Mazzocchi said we are looking forward to supporting Coronis Mitchelton change more people’s lives for the better.” Ms Mazzocchi said that while each partnership franchise is tailored to suit individual franchisees the company maintains consistent principles for success We proudly tailor our offering to best suit franchisees like Jackson ensuring the ultimate success for their clients and their families,” she said what we don’t change are the key principals we know will lead them to success.” News Sitemap 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. 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About InDaily A development application has been lodged for a Residential Building Designed by Red Door Architects, the proposal seeks seventy nine (79) medium density units within a residential building (maximum building height 8 storeys) The design includes an increased residential density in an area with direct access to major public transport and a variety of nearby activities The redevelopment seeks to remove all dwellings structures and vegetation to facilitate the new residential building The proposal will include a recreation area partially elevated above ground level within the BCC waterway corridor near the existing Council sewer main at the northern boundary The communal recreation areas provide an outdoor terrace barbeque and swimming pool overlooking the parkland to the north and an indoor recreation space (gym and associated amenities) The proposal has 118 car parking spaces and 99 bicycle spaces within the two levels of basement Vehicle and pedestrian access is proposed to McConaghy Street via a shared driveway and pedestrian entrance lobby The planners at Planning Initiatives state “A 8 storey building height achieves the intent of the neighbourhood plan and the building is designed to maximize the number of units with orientation to the north and east to maximize internal climate comfort and to maximize access to the outlook towards the parkland.’’ “The proposal provides for a multiple dwelling development at medium density however it is not intended to accommodate any shop or office uses The applicant has indicated that at this time there is little demand for such uses on the site as the surrounding areas are well supplied with a range of commercial the site is well removed from the main areas of existing commercial and retail activity which would discourage high levels of patronage at these locations” The proposed development includes 7,013sqm of gross floor area 1361sqm (62%) of site cover over the 2,172sqm development site We encourage you to like the Your Neighbourhood Facebook page to be updated on other projects or developments 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 Watch 25sA narrow miss for houses on Kumbari Crescent in Mitchelton has seen trees fall on power lines and major outages for the area. In a disappointing turn of events for local residents Mitchelton Halloween Festival has been cancelled for 2024 The decision comes after the expiration of a three-year funding contract between Brisbane City Council and the Mitchelton Rotary Club in 2023 saw over 5,000 attendees and was celebrated as one of the best events in the festival’s history a number of key members from the Mitchelton Rotary Club’s Halloween sub-committee have either moved away from Brisbane or are on extended holidays leaving the club unable to organise the event this year While this news is a blow to the community there is hope that another organisation may step in to host the festival in the future The Mitchelton Rotary Club remains committed to community involvement and continues to seek support for its various activities “We deeply regret not being able to hold the festival this year,” said a representative from the Mitchelton Rotary Club “We are actively looking for new volunteers and members to help us continue our community work.” For those interested in supporting the Mitchelton Rotary Club or inquiring about membership, please visit their website at mitcheltonrotaryclub.org.au or contact them via email at mitcheltonrotary@gmail.com The community’s enthusiasm for the Halloween festival is undeniable and it is hoped that with continued support and new volunteers the event can make a triumphant return in the coming years Be the first to know about local news and events   Echo News is bound by the Standards of Practice of the Australian Press Council If you believe the Standards may have been breached you may approach Echo News or make a complaint to the Australian Press Council in writing at www.presscouncil.org.au The Council may also be contacted on 1800 025 712 Find out how we plan to transform key suburban areas into vibrant communities Share your feedback and ideas for the future of Wynnum centre. Learn more and have your say by 11.59pm Sunday 18 May 2025 Share your feedback and 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catalyst projects and statutory amendments to Brisbane City Plan 2014 (City Plan) Amendments to City Plan follow a clear process set by Queensland Government legislation We will assess the suitability of new precincts based on factors including:   Precinct planning activities will be tailored to suit the challenges and opportunities of each location Integral to this process will be community and stakeholder engagement including a mix of online and in person consultation opportunities.  Precinct planning is likely to address:  We will assess the suitability of new precincts based on factors including:   including a mix of online and in person consultation opportunities.  Precinct planning is likely to address:  Council is creating a suburban renewal precinct plan for Mount Gravatt Centre to: The precinct plan will seek to revitalise the precinct with new housing and employment opportunities focused on the Logan Road corridor It will also maximise connections to public transport and 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online.  Simply do a property search on your address using the mapping tool.  Learn more about using City Plan online As Brisbane’s median house price tips past the $1 million mark, many househunters are feeling pessimistic about the prospect of buying an affordable home.  But there are still wallet-friendly options available, as long as you’re prepared to sink time and money into major renovations.  62 Blaker Road, Mitchelton is on the market for offers over $699,000.  The two-bedroom weatherboard house sits on an overgrown block in a leafy suburb of north-west Brisbane.  After many years as a family home, the property is clearly the worse for wear.  The listing invites buyers to “renovate or detonate” the cottage.  ‘Very disheartening’: Brisbane house prices soar past $1 million One-bedroom bonanza as tiny apartment prices rocket in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide ‘Extraordinary’: House on giant traffic island for sale “The property is being sold ‘as is, where is’, offering a rare opportunity to put your creative vision to work,” state agents Rob Missenden and Hadyn Denovan of Denovans Real Estate.  The derelict house sits behind a weed-ridden wire fence, shadowed by a thicket of banana trees and wild iris.  Inside, it’s clear that mould has taken over most of the walls and ceilings. Black speckles are dotted throughout the home, with the infestation particularly bad in the laundry.  Graffiti covers the walls of the kitchen and sun room, along with pencil scribbles that may have been left by kids who used to live in the house.  The garden is a junkyard, with everything from old suitcases to rusted paint cans littering the unmowed grass.  “While the home needs some love, the location makes it a standout option for savvy buyers looking to build equity and secure a lifestyle of convenience,” the listing says.  Most detached houses for sale in Mitchelton start around $950,000. Townhouses and units are cheaper, with several units listed in the $600,000 to $700,000 range.  62 Blaker Road last sold in 1993 for $96,000. 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing 34/112 Osborne Road, Mitchelton QLD 40532 Beds2 Baths2 ParkingView listing The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate So extreme was the theft of copper and other metals from locations across Queensland the State Government referred it to undergo a Parliamentary Inquiry in August 2023 and especially within the Moreton Bay region with thieves undeterred by any reforms proposed by the Queensland Government In July 2024, Echo News reported Samford Rangers FC had been the victim of thieves stealing copper from electrical pits connected to field lighting rendering the fields inoperable for night games and training for an extended period It is a situation that is widespread and only worsening Energy Queensland (EQ) reported since 2017-18 there has been over 500 incidents of copper theft on Queensland’s electricity networks The number of copper theft incidents increased from 40 in 2017-18 to a total of 170 incidents in 2022-23 – an increase of over 325 per cent one copper theft incident every two days across Queensland’s electricity networks was being stolen at sport and recreation facilities also from typical items such as air-conditioning compressor lines the lives and safety of the public can be at risk from being inadvertently exposed to live electricity from thieves damaging cables and equipment the Queensland Police Service flagged thieves occasionally dress in hi-vis clothing to give the appearance of being a tradie They may even set out orange traffic cones to stage it as a worksite This growing criminal activity has been heavily concentrated in the Moreton Bay region over the past several years whereby local sporting clubs are targeted by thieves illegally harvesting copper and other metals It is then resold into the local scrap metal market or exported The City of Moreton Bay reported a ‘spike in copper thefts at project sites like sporting field upgrades and street lighting projects.’  Examples of this included over 320 metres of copper cable stolen from the Narangba Demons Baseball Club in April 2023 The Narangba Eagles FC had copper cabling stolen from its fields three times within the span of six months in 2022 Mr Jamie Bowman, Vice President of Mitchelton FC reported an astounding three kilometres of copper wiring was stolen from their sporting fields in 2023 The cost of its replacement was estimated at over $100,000 The grounds of Northside Christian FC – located at Darien Street Park in Bridgeman Downs – was targeted four times in one month five kilometres of copper wiring was taken from these fields ‘It’s really disappointing,’ said Northside Christian FC President ‘I just don’t know what goes through these people’s heads They just go from [electrical] pit to pit EQ conservatively estimates copper theft costs them more than $4.5 million per year This excludes the cost to business customers as well as the inconvenience to residential customers impacted by electricity supply disruptions and blackouts this does not include costs incurred by sporting and community associations when copper is stolen “behind the meter.” Costs that are ultimately passed on to the customer Not only are the cost of these robberies reflected in rising energy bills for everyone; for members of impacted sporting clubs they also face increasing registration fees to cover additional expenses for insurances repairs to infrastructure and preventative measures including installation of security cameras Mr Bowman said that registration fees at Mitchelton FC had increased this past year by approximately 12 per cent and parents want them all at the same club In a time when individuals and families are struggling with increasing cost of living pressures more severe cuts are being considered to find savings A recent report by UNICEF Austraila highlighted more than half of Australian families are making sacrifices in their household budgets including parents occasionally going without meals or simply taking their children out of sports highlighting club membership had been impacted and dads that this affects the most when these types of things happen.’ In his submission to the Parliamentary Inquiry acknowledged the financial pressures on local sporting clubs as well as schools and other community organisations ‘Evidence suggests the growth of copper theft is driven primarily by the limited regulatory requirements for scrap metal industry recycling (i.e the relative ease in theft due to copper accessibility (e.g sports field lighting) and escalating metal prices ‘A legislative response is required to limit this form of criminal activity which can be achieved through similar approaches undertaken in other jurisdictions.’ Mayor Flannery highlighted that in New South Wales they experienced declining copper thefts resulting from changes to their laws Amendments included requiring scrap metal traders to be registered forcing traders to record all transactions and recording the details of the person selling the scrap metal so police can track them if necessary ‘Queensland is the only state on the eastern seaboard that does not have these measures in place.’ His submission recommended the State Government be called on to update all relevant legislation including the Second-hand Dealers and Pawnbrokers Act 2003 to mitigate the rise of copper theft in Queensland with this recommendation included in their final report that was published November 2023 This report also recommended the Queensland Government investigate and determine the most effective approach to strengthening laws citing the model adopted by New South Wales With the Queensland Government handing down their response to the Committee’s report on 24 May 2024 confirming their commitment to further explore this When the Queensland Government was asked by Echo News to report on the status of these efforts in August 2024 they reported this work was progressing and would ‘require detailed consideration and may include stakeholder consultation The timing of any future legislative reforms will be subject to the outcomes of our investigation into legislative frameworks and the government’s decision on a preferred approach.’ club officials could only repeat the sentiments expressed by the Queensland Attorney-General back in May ‘I strongly encourage anyone with information about criminals stealing copper or other metals to contact Queensland Police.’ Mr Bowman acknowledged the responsive and professional service Mitchelton FC received from the Queensland Police ‘We have a really good rapport with the local police service at Ferny Grove They are always driving through the carpark which has been bolstered since this has happened.’ Despite the combined efforts of the State and Local Governments The City of Moreton Bay already has in place extensive grant and funding programs to help sporting and community organisations upgrade their facilities including for improvements to security and surveillance systems ‘In the lead up to the State election in October we will be prosecuting our case loud and clear for our fair share.’ A commitment he is calling on from any elected government is more safety in Moreton Bay through further investment in technologies such as Licence Plate Recognition and CCTV to help reduce crime and improve confidence across the community ‘City of Moreton Bay has led the “no cash for scrap” law related to copper theft which is increasing at an alarming rate placing a strain on local sporting clubs and organisations for repair costs ‘We are calling for a frank discussion with all political parties to ensure City of Moreton Bay matters and the voices of our community are heard.’ For more information on the Parliamentary Inquiry into Scrap Metal Theft www.parliament.qld.gov.au For more information on how the City of Moreton Bay is responding to this issue, or for details on funding and grant programs to upgrade facilities, visit www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au Sharnicqua is a tutor at Mitchelton State High School Reynolds: The Great Teams Are Built On Hard Work Arthars: The One Percenters Will Take Us Further Than Ever This is probably not the page you’re looking for Are you looking for a great date night idea or quality family time this spring Mitchelton’s upcoming moonlight cinema might be the perfect answer the venue will be screening the fantasy comedy drama film If to support Nagambie Little Athletics Mitchelton Estate head of hospitality Martin Garrett said organisers were aiming to get families to Mitchelton to enjoy a pleasant evening and a movie under the stars so we have the Provedore Cafe open offering a menu from there,” he said “We’ll have the Little Athletics here also on site which will be doing a sausage sizzle and popcorn “That will be fundraising for the Nagambie Little Athletics.” Food will be available from 5.30pm until the start of the movie at 7.45pm “We have face painting and also a magician show as well,” Mr Garrett said Nagambie Little Athletics has just moved to the Nagambie Recreation Reserve and will use the funds raised to purchase equipment “We wanted to engage with a local junior sport we decided to offer it to the Little Athletics being that they are a new community group,” Mr Garrett said “We offered if they’d like to come along and be part of the event “It’s good for Mitchell to be able to engage with community groups and hopefully for them to be able to raise a little bit of money to use towards their equipment.” Mr Garrett said it would be a great family night proceeds from the sausages and popcorn are going to the Little Athletics on the night.” A development application has been lodged for Multiple Dwellings Designed by Reddoor Architecture the proposal seeks sixty (60) residential apartments within a residential building with a maximum height of six (6) storeys (20.5m high) The resulting development seeks to conform to the local housing needs and that will only have a minor impact on the neighbouring dwellings The planners at Planning Initiatives state “The overall intentions of the Mitchelton Neighbourhood plan are to develop as a major centre by building on existing retail and community sectors to be major location for these activities in the north-western corridor of Brisbane The area is to include a diverse mix of uses including higher density residential concentrated around public transport nodes The Development form should be commensurate with the amenity and character of the local area with higher density development located on amalgamated sites” “The McConaghy Street south precinct is intended for medium density multiple dwellings and also for shops and office activity at ground level where fronting Mitchelton Railway Station Given the limited frontage within the site to McConaghy Street the proposal has focused upon providing high quality multiple dwellings to maximise the opportunity to increase population density in proximity to the railway station The public (lobby) area of the building will face onto McConaghy Street to maximise activation as much as possible in the context of the site.” The proposal provides 117 car park spaces comprising 102 residents and 15 visitor car parks Vehicular access to the site is obtained via the entrance to McConaghy Street frontage The proposal includes 5,559sqm of gross floor area on a 2,198sqm development site to be updated on other projects or development The Mitchelton community is celebrating a significant milestone in their efforts to renovate the cherished heritage-listed St following the resounding success of their recent car boot sale the car boot sale was just one of the fundraising events organized by the church community to secure much-needed funds for the restoration of their beloved church the entire community rallied together in support of these efforts This impressive sum underscores the shared dedication of the community to preserving their heritage and communal spaces Matthew’s Anglican Church is in dire need of renovation with the building requiring significant repairs and refurbishments Matthew’s Anglican buildings demand not only financial resources but also the involvement of skilled tradespeople they depend on the assistance of individuals who can contribute their expertise and time to the project they are issuing a call to the wider community If you possess trade skills or know someone who does the church team encourages you to contact the parish office at 3851 0526 Your support will be invaluable in restoring the cherished heritage-listed hall addressing critical issues such as roof repairs the community have more fundraising endeavours in the pipeline aimed at ensuring that the community hall remains accessible to all serving as a vital hub for various community groups a 2019 graduate from Mt Maria College Mitchelton made her debut for the Queensland Maroons in the Women’s State of Origin Rugby League Series Opener at Suncorp Stadium on the 16th May Mackenzie’s journey to this moment is a testament to her roots in the community having honed her skills in Rugby 7s Programs before transitioning to Rugby League with the Wests Mitchelton Panthers post-graduation Maroons coach Tahnee Norris selected the 21-year-old who kickstarted her rugby league journey with the Wests Mitchelton Panthers to join the squad after Keilee Joseph’s unfortunate injury ‘I’m pretty excited… I was called into the squad last year at 19… being there was great but there’s nothing like actually playing,’ expressed Mackenzie especially about debuting at Suncorp Stadium Wearing maroon feels surreal; it’s definitely a pinch-me moment.’ who currently plays for Meg Ward’s Norths Devils in the BMD Premiership and for the North Queensland Cowboys in NRLW shared her parents’ overwhelming joy at her selection and my dad shed quite a few tears,’ she recounted ‘Tahnee called unexpectedly with the good news This talented young ladies ascent in the sport has been rapid She started her rugby league journey at the age of 16 playing sevens She then joined the Wests Mitchelton Panthers and the club have been a ‘second home’ to her with her brother playing there too Mackenzie’s affinity for the Maroons was ingrained from an early age and especially at her school Mt Maria Mitchelton where she was the sports captain in 2019 ‘Origin time was special; one of my teachers would always dress in maroon,’ she reminisced Mackenzie finds inspiration in players like Shannon Mato Although the Maroons were defeated by NSW 22-12 the clash saw a record women’s Origin attendance of 25,492 This figure nearly doubled the attendance of last year’s series opener at CommBank Stadium Brisbane builder developer Carbone Developments has launched its latest apartment project, Parque Parque Mitchelton, in Brisbane's north-west, will home 60 one and two-bedroom apartments at 3 McConaghy Street, a literal stones throw from Mitchelton Station With the backdrop of Osborne Road Park, Parque Mitchelton presents one of the rarest opportunities to buy off the plan in an area starved of new apartment supply Starting from $450,000, many of Parque Mitchelton's apartments feature leafy park views providing a peaceful retreat within the heart of the city The apartments have been designed by Red Door Architecture to make the most of Brisbane's tropical climate living and dining areas opening onto balconies Buyers will have the opportunity to choose a custom upgrade package as part of their purchase if they buy before or during the construction phase The project features a swimming pool and a gym as well as a sun deck with barbecue facilities and park views Slated for completion in July 2025, Parque Michelton's location is one of the stand out features of the project It's located a stones throw away from the Michelton Station which is 20-minutes from Brisbane's Roma Street Station Not many projects have the convenience of a train station 35 metres away as well as being on a park. Parque Michelton is aptly named for sitting on Osborne Road Park a 6,100 sqm park with a children's playground and large grassed areas Parque Michelton is also within close proximity to a number of cafes Carbone Developments has been developing in Brisbane for over two decades. They've developed both house s and multi-residential projects in the likes of Lutwyche, Redland Bay and Chermside They have future projects coming up in Windsor and Redland Bay We're on a mission to radically improve the quality of Urban communities being developed across Australia We aim to showcase every development in Australia to help you find the perfect new home In response to the surging popularity of pickleball, the sport is now making its way to a younger audience! The Samford Pickleball Club has witnessed an astonishing rise in weekly participation among players who enjoy social “Pickleball has become a sensation in Brisbane Due to the increasing demand for kids’ pickleball we are thrilled to announce the launch of weekly sessions for children aged 10 and above,” shared Coach Zak a former professional tennis coach with over 13 years of experience in coaching tennis to individuals of all ages He has more recently delved into the world of pickleball As the head of the Samford Pickleball Club Coach Zak will be spearheading these exciting kids’ pickleball sessions where young enthusiasts will receive comprehensive training in the game’s fundamental skills These sessions are scheduled to take place every Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 pm, conveniently located at Mitchelton State High School. The cost for participation is just $11 for a one-hour session, or $18 for a two-hour session. It’s important to note that bookings are essential and can be made through the Open Sports app. This new initiative offers an excellent opportunity for children to engage in a fun and healthy activity under the guidance of an experienced coach The Samford Pickleball Club look forward to welcoming young players to the exciting world of pickleball providing them with the skills and enthusiasm they need to enjoy this burgeoning sport Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get your kids involved in the exhilarating world of pickleball For more details, drop them an email  One of Mitchelton’s last remaining farmlands may soon disappear with a development application (D.A.) lodged earlier this year to Brisbane City Council by the Uniting Church to put 92 housing lots on the land there has been much concern amongst residents about this development would also have known his wishes were for this land to be left to the community for recreational purposes and for it to never be developed into housing Aside from the ethical issues many residents have over the purchase of the land it is anticipated that the development will introduce many problems for the residents in Mitchelton The community has formed a community group ‘Friends of Hungerford Farm’ which aims to stop or minimise the development so that the space can be put to better use for the whole community A spokesperson for the group has expressed their frustration with the lack of community consultation surrounding the development ‘There is a huge opportunity for the Uniting Church to work with the community to create a cleaner greener and more sustainable environment for new residents to live in whilst accommodating the needs of the existing community and the significant native flora and fauna,” explained the Spokesperson ‘Residents are disappointed that the Uniting Church has made no attempt to consult with the community throughout their planning process.’   Echo News is bound by the Standards of Practice of the Australian Press Council. If you believe the Standards may have been breached, you may approach Echo News or make a complaint to the Australian Press Council in writing at www.presscouncil.org.au. The Council may also be contacted on 1800 025 712. Brisbane dad Andy Jones was fatally struck by scaffolding when it collapsed on him during a football game. (Instagram) Link copiedShareShare articleA Brisbane father of four has been killed after scaffolding collapsed and fell on him at a football game in Brisbane's north yesterday. Andy Jones, 37 of Bridgeman Downs, was watching his son play soccer at the Mitchelton Football Club at about midday on Sunday when the scaffolding fell on him. Paramedics were called to the scene shortly after the incident and treated him for head and chest injuries. He was taken to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital but died shortly afterward. Police are investigating what caused the temporary scaffolding to fall on the man. (Google Maps) In a statement, the Mitchelton Football Club said many people, including children, saw the temporary structure crush the man. "Many members of our community were present including players, officials, spectators and families," the club said. "All directly and indirectly involved need our support during this time and we ask that this starts by respecting their privacy." Mr Jones' wife, Rhianne Jones, posted to Facebook describing him as her "best friend and the father to four beautiful kids". "We are absolutely devastated," Ms Jones said online. Andy Jones leaves behind his wife and four children. (Facebook) The rest of the games scheduled for Sunday at Mitchelton Football Club were cancelled. Police have begun an investigation into what caused the collapse and have urged anyone with footage of the collapse to contact them. A report will be prepared for the coroner.  A CLASS of Year Six schoolchildren from Our Lady of Dolours are about to visit the monastery of the Sisters of Mary Morning Star and they are buzzing with questions My brother said they pray to Jesus for lots of hours,” one child says Another wants to know what the inside of their house looks like and another wants to know if they “live an ordinary life” Perhaps the biggest question of all – “do they have mobile devices?” The children excitedly chit-chat and cross from the schoolgrounds into the front garden of the monastery It is the first time the Year 6 cohort will be heading into the front room chapel of the monastery had already been with her class the previous week He can confirm that the sisters are “all really nice” Two Sisters of Mary Morning Star stand at the bottom of the steps of a Queenslander home The sisters ask the children if they know who they are about to visit.  “Jesus,” one student says and the faces of the sisters light up with smiles The sisters ask if the children know how to greet Jesus: “How do you greet someone you love?” head upstairs and enter into a space for Eucharistic Adoration for the next 30 minutes to an hour Year 5 students Owen and Alana had already been to see the sisters and loved it “I like how they’re so friendly towards everybody,” Owen says Alana says she likes how “they’re so respectful She says the sisters have been teaching them about how to pray and how to love God more Alana said their monastery was peaceful and “full of paintings of God” Owen said when he prays in front of the Eucharist he thinks about being closer to God and “feeling more connected with Him” Our Lady of Dolours principal Tricia Howard said the sisters had a beautiful presence in the community She began her role as principal at the school about a year ago and soon found out that the sisters lived just across the road they came up with the idea of bringing the children to the chapel for some time in Eucharistic Adoration.  Mrs Howard said since their initial meeting She said they have had children to the monastery had the sisters come over to speak in classrooms and the children were always excited to see them Sr Jone Tamosiunaite said she hoped to show the children that “God is not a myth” a loving person; a loving Father to whom they can go when they’re happy She said the sisters want to help them develop a bond with God it’s not catechism – there’s absolutely nothing wrong with reciting prayers and catechism – but if there is not this foundation of friendship with Jesus reciting prayers makes absolutely no sense,” she said She said the sisters try to create a space for “silent prayer and a heart-to-heart” with Jesus are “absolutely capable of that; they’re naturally contemplative” who helped set the sisters up at the monastery in Mitchelton said he hoped the school visits to the monastery could be another way for the children to experience the love of God in their lives He says experiencing the love of God is life changing Fr Sequiera says the parish and school are close and share a strong the same purpose and meaning – centred on Christ – we want to give a good education with a focus on Jesus,” he said 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 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page There is always something exciting happening in the International School at Mitchelton State High School This term the school has welcomed three new students from China participating in various activities including basketball club informative presentations from UQ and QUT and the celebrations of National Science Week The Science Extension students had the opportunity to attend an excursion to Seaworld and the major highlight of the day was snorkelling Ayano Otsuka has written an enlightening reflection on ‘difference’ as an assessment task for English Additional Language class Ayanos’ writing delivers an insight into how the Australian culture can be perceived by an international student There is a different world across the ocean Or because our traditional beliefs hold us back I do not know why I hold that kind of bias but that‘s why I wanted to know different people in a different country because of skin colours or languages stand out  for Japanese attention It is like a circus and we are the audience And we regard them as outsiders and start guessing where they came from like being in a zoo But we are all learning together in this school I went to the city – again another shock I had already known the meaning of ‘diversity’ when I was in Japan but I really got the true meaning of ‚diversity‘ in Australia Japanese culture doesn‘t embrace difference In Japan there is little discussed about racism and difficult cultural classes I have learnt both good and bad things about difficulty I have learned the negative meaning of the word “Jap” but I want to experience the world – it‘s good and it‘s not so good I am flying in the huge and high Australian sky Trying to understand difference is good as well But we cannot judge people with their differences I will keep flying with the dream to help other poor birds be released from the cage including workshops and activities for adults and children Council libraries host a variety of free events for all ages.  Our library programs give you the opportunity to learn socialise and play in the comfort of the local community Choose from workshops and events for adults including author events Literacy and craft activities for children are designed to support their learning and development They’re also a relaxed and convenient way to meet other local families.  Council libraries host a variety of free events for all ages.  They’re also a relaxed and convenient way to meet other local families.  You can still take part in library programs and events if you can’t get to the library? Find out about our mobile and Pop-up libraries.   You can still take part in library programs and events if you can’t get to the library? Find out about our mobile and Pop-up libraries.   Join in the fun of our library programs and support your child's language and reading development.  First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government sing nursery rhymes and listen to storytime together Our staff are always happy to share early literacy resources and support.   The program offers free sessions for children and their parents and carers Join in the fun of our library programs and support your child's language and reading development.  Our staff are always happy to share early literacy resources and support.   Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby’s pre-literacy clapping and dancing along to action rhymes This will help develop your child's pre-literacy You can also attend storytime sessions in the park with the Pop-up Library You can also attend storytime sessions in the park with the Pop-up Library Libraries offer free technology and computer training sessions for adults The Tech Connect program is delivered by library staff friendly groups allow you to learn at your own pace.  Attend a session for hands-on training on how to use: friendly groups allow you to learn at your own pace.  Bring your device with you to troubleshoot technical problems and learn how to use your apps Join a book club to meet other book lovers and share your thoughts about your latest read New members are always welcome at library book clubs restaurants and bookstores across Brisbane.  Council libraries also host book clubs throughout the year restaurants and bookstores across Brisbane.  Starting your own book club allows you to choose your favourite themes and genres.  All you need to do is decide on your meeting location and times you might want to ask yourself some key questions Starting your own book club allows you to choose your favourite themes and genres.  Libraries are here to help. Talk to our staff about: Libraries are here to help. Talk to our staff about: Tech Connect is a program of library workshops that provides free digital literacy training for all ages and skill levels.  Get help with everything from using devices to navigating software Join in a class at the library or bring in your own device for one-on-one help Find out more about computer training sessions Tech Connect is a program of library workshops that provides free digital literacy training for all ages and skill levels.  Find out more about computer training sessions To find out about library events near you, browse our online calendar at What’s on To find out about library events near you, browse our online calendar at What’s on Council-hosted library events are free.  To find out about upcoming events, search What’s on Council-hosted library events are free.  To find out about upcoming events, search What’s on Queensland – videoThis article is more than 3 years old'In one word it's devastating,' says the Mitchelton Football Club technical director Joe Fenech after heavy rain and flood waters washed away the club's equipment and destroyed its $1.5m synthetic playing field 'We spent all the budgeted money on equipment We stocked it really well in a [shipping] container and that container just floated away under the bridge,' says Fenech The season was supposed to start last weekend for the 102-year-old football club but now Fenech predicts boots won't be back on the field for another five or six weeks ► Subscribe to Guardian Australia on YouTube Sorry, this product is unavailable. 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One of Brisbane’s most delightful hidden gems Blackwood Street is a charismatic stretch in Mitchelton it’s just asking for you to wander down and discover the hive of activity that make up the locals’ best-kept secret Construct Law Group is driven to establish itself as a team of results- orientated and relationship-focused professionals working to deliver top-tier building and construction legal services and industry bodies making up some of their biggest clients you will only ever see the dedicated legal specialists behind Construct Law Group looking forward With a strong focus on their clients’ long-term success the team take the time to understand each unique circumstance in order to offer industry- focused and solution-driven advice Every man needs a reliable and skilled barber in his life With many modern men opting for the closest salon at the time and “a little off the sides” meaning different things to different barbers it’s important to find one that knows you and the contours of your head This is why many guests keep coming back to Blackwood Barbers Jo and her hand-picked team who collectively have over 50 years of experience in the industry Their experience combines modern style with timeless barbershop grooming services their friendly staff can offer styles that complement your features and lifestyle Their recently refurbished space oozes a fresh vibe without losing the traditional barbershop look and feel it’s also a great place to look for a gift no matter where you are in the world and styling products such as King Brown and Baxter of California Mitchelton Hair Design is a space where guests are more like friends and neighbours and relaxing atmosphere from the moment you walk in guests are made to feel spoilt (like you deserve) with a lovely hair wash and head massage and a selection of delicious coffee and teas to suit your style she has worked in the salon for fifteen years and loved it so much that she’s owned it for three Mitchelton Hair Design has become a sustainable salon joining with Sustainable Salons Australia and New Zealand as well as using cruelty free products free from harmful chemicals the team love the variety in their work while having the ability to touch the lives of every person coming through their doors Whether it is making someone feel glamorous and confident for an event or making someone feel special and cared for while going through a really difficult time in their life you can find it all and more at this local salon In the heart of the beautiful tree-lined Blackwood Street Business precinct you’ll find one of Mitchelton’s most buzzing cafes Local owners Hayley and Jaimi opened the cafe in Dec 2016 with one thing in mind – to become Mitchelton’s go-to coffee and brekky place With their passion for providing exceptionally fast service along with fresh the cafe quickly grew to become a local community hub The large 130-seat cafe has a quirky vintage style dining room and a large expansive veranda surrounded by bamboo It’s the perfect setting for a relaxed brekky with the fam on the weekend or if you simply need some ‘me time’ with a hot cuppa and a bite to eat before you continue your day it’s easy to see why the locals can’t get enough We’re talking everything from a hearty big brekky their renowned ‘Benny’s on Blackwood’ range to loaded French toast and house-made granola bowls with fresh seasonal fruit The halloumi burger is a crowd pleaser along with their gluten-free and vegan options Next time you wake up and want to try somewhere new for breakfast go check out Blackwood Cafe & Espresso Bar in Mitchelton To prevent a paywall or annoying pop-up ads we sometimes need to publish sponsored content but we only promote brands that we think are doing great things and our readers will love By entering my email I agree to the STYLE Privacy Policy (we won't share your data & you can unsubscribe at anytime) The new playground at Mitchelton Pre-schooling Centre is finished and the children Patience is an essential disposition when developing projects for not-for-profit organisations The playground redevelopment began its life a number of years ago after extensive dreaming and consultation with children After delays with construction due to challenges this year and ‘supervision’ from many children a fort and art space have all been christened Smiles have all been on the faces of the children There have been some unexpected discoveries: ‘Look you can see the trains (from the top of the bridge)’ ‘It’s like being in a shower without shampoo (water pump)!’ which has prompted discussions about how the fox demand driven wash down diversion pump works Water conservation has been and will continue to be a hot topic we are over the moon to have watched children’s engagement Forward planning is in action at Mitchelton Pre-schooling Centre We can only thank children and families from long ago who shared their ideas for children today to enjoy Current children are brainstorming and sharing ideas for other areas the results of which will be appreciated by future children The playground has certainly provided rock-solid evidence that good things DO come to those who wait After coming agonisingly close to overall success in 2016 and 2018 Mitchelton-Scott head to Italy hoping it proves third time lucky But love can hurt. In 2000, White was riding for Italian cyclist Francesco Casagrande, who claimed the leader’s pink jersey on stage nine. Supported by White, the Vini Caldirola–Sidermec team leader defended his overall lead until the penultimate stage. But in the final time trial, Casagrande was overhauled by Stefano Garzelli. The prospect of playing a part in pink jersey success vanished before White’s eyes. the Australian was directing Mitchelton-Scott’s efforts at the Giro when Esteban Chaves took pink on the third-last stage the team had never won a Grand Tour; suddenly But Chaves lost the lead the following day Mitchelton-Scott’s Simon Yates held pink for two weeks the Englishman cracked during a tough outing in the mountains He lost so much time that he ultimately finished outside the top 20 that have come extremely close to winning this race,” White says Can White and Yates quell their disappointment in 2020? Yates enters the race as equal favourite, alongside INEOS’s Geraint Thomas and former winner Vincenzo Nibali but for me those are the three that should arrive on the podium,” says White who recently re-signed for two more years at Mitchelton-Scott In August he finished third at the Tour de Pologne before winning the eight-stage Tirreno-Adriatico in September The Briton will be supported by a strong team including two young Australian climbing lieutenants Jack Haig was Yates’s right-hand man when he won the 2018 Vuelta a España while Lucas Hamilton performed strongly in his Giro debut last year Standing between Yates and the pink jersey, in addition to many kilometres of climbing, are three individual time trials – on the first, 14th and final stages. While the 28-year-old is a capable time trialist, rival Geraint Thomas is a specialist – finishing fourth in the discipline at last week’s world championships Geraint’s strength is his time trialling,” says White “We’re staring down the barrel of several minutes of time loss across the time trials But traditionally the Giro is not won by seconds The back-end of this race is brutal – the difference between having a good day and a bad day in the mountains is minutes Read more“Cycling is not going to survive this year without causalities,” says White This pandemic has had a major financial impact on many around the world – cycling is not immune For us to come out the other side of what was potentially a takeover to now have at least two more years of certainty White has been making the most of it, signing up a number of new riders for 2021 including Australian star Michael Matthews “The rider market and the staff market are going to be flooded,” he says “There will be a lot of people in this sport For us to have certainty from Gerry – it means a lot.” but admits that victory would be particularly sweet after coming so close yet so far in 2000 “We are going to the Giro to win and we are looking forward to the challenge To help Simon win the Giro – I would really cherish that.”