The project plans include refurbishments to improve the overall presentation, ease of maintenance, and rebranding to better assist visitors.
A substantial part of the budget will go towards necessary but unseen fixes like roof replacement, asbestos removal, and mechanical updates required for the 60-year-old building.
Artist’s impression for ‘The Mall’ (Photo credit: Manly Harbour Village/Facebook)
The Mall will remain open during the ‘refresh’ to minimise downtime for retailers, including the anchor tenant IGA supermarket. However, some short-term closures of individual stores will be necessary over the course of the makeover.
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“Where possible, we will try to ensure that as few stores at a time are impacted, to ensure our community can continue to shop as normal in the village. Exact timings will be communicated closer to the time of any impacts,” Manly Harbour Village announced in its website.
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The renovations will modernise the ageing complex originally built in the 1960s and revamp it as “The Mall” – a nod to its original name, The Manly Mall. The original mall housed staple shops like a butcher, produce market, newsstand, general store, and barbershop when it first opened in the 1960s.
The original Manly Mall (Photo credit: Manly Harbour Village/Facebook)
The new Mall aims to recapture the original marketplace vibe. The fresh, modern interiors and branding are designed to enhance the shopping experience and highlight traders within the centre.
The Manly Harbour Village management said the multimillion-dollar investment will update the ageing complex to better serve residents. The upgrade works are expected to take a few months and be completed in early 2024.
The following day, Redcliffe Dolphins (5th) and Tweed Seagulls (7th) hosted the inaugural Liam Hampson Cup. It was an emotional and nail-biting encounter that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very last minute. The Dolphins held on for a thrilling 26-24 victory that left fans breathless.
In another match, ladder leaders Souths Logan Magpies dominated the Sunshine Coast Falcons (9th) by a score of 34-22. The win keeps the Magpies at the top of the ladder for now.
The Burleigh Bears (2nd) clashed with the PNG Hunters (10th) and came out on top 30-22. The win kept the Bears in contention for the top spot on the ladder. The Bears are now level on points with the Magpies with a game in hand.
The top positions on the Hostplus Cup ladder remain unchanged as a result of these victories.
With their victory, the Wynnum Manly Seagulls enjoy a one point lead over fourth place with a game in hand.
Despite their defeat, the Sunshine Coast Falcons remain in contention and currently occupy ninth place on the ladder.
Northern Pride’s defeat saw them drop to seventh, while the Tweed Seagulls are now eighth. The defeat suffered by the PNG Hunters pushed them down to 11th.
Stay tuned for more high-octane rugby league action in the Hostplus Cup.
Take part in games that are played around the world, such as Egypt, Africa, Finland, Sweden, Germany and Australia! Join the “Multicultural Games,” a FREE event at George Clayton Park in Manly.
Visit the park on Sunday, 2 July 2023 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m, for the upcoming event by Brisbane City Council, organised in partnership with Life. Be In It.
Whether you’re a sprightly adult seeking a nostalgic thrill or a spirited teenager hungry for new experiences, the Multicultural Games has something extraordinary in store for you. Brace yourself for a day of non-stop laughter, delightful camaraderie, and endless fun.
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This epic adventure is more than just a chance to let loose and have a blast—it’s a Chillout event specially curated for young folks aged 8 to 17. It’s the ultimate opportunity for those who want to break free from their everyday routines and dive headfirst into a world of excitement. So, gather your gang and get set for an unforgettable escapade that will make memories to last a lifetime!
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Please note that you need to make a booking through Life. Be In It’s website to secure a spot. If you need any additional information, don’t hesitate to call 0403 221 676.
About Life. Be In It
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Life. Be in it. is a movement that dates back to its inception in 1975. With its national adoption in 1977, this humble advertising campaign swiftly evolved into one of Australia’s most iconic health promotions.
Owned by talented chefs Vinod and Jag Munjal, newcomer M-13 Fusion Cafe offers a fusion of Indian, Asian, and Aussie-style dishes along with some favourites from now-defunct CJ’s Cafe, bringing fresh and healthy options to Manly.
After acquiring the space formerly occupied by CJ’s Cafe, the enterprising couple found the perfect moment to embark on their entrepreneurial journey. With enthusiasm, they introduced Manly’s locals to M-13 Fusion Cafe in June 2023, proudly showcasing their culinary mastery and fulfilling their long-held aspiration of owning a thriving business.
Photo credit: Vinod Munjal/Facebook
M-13 Fusion Cafe combines the aromatic spices of India, the diverse flavours of Asia, and beloved Australian cuisine. With favourites from CJ’s Cafe still available, the Munjals have expanded the menu to include burgers, fish and chips, seafood, toasties, sandwiches, and a variety of Asian and Indian dishes. Each bite would be a celebration of fusion gastronomy.
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Indulge in the flavours of India with Shahi paneer, featuring fresh cheese immersed in a creamy cashew sauce, and kadai paneer, a delectable combination of fresh cheese, creamy sauce, onions, and capsicum.
With an extensive menu, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as a range of special drinks, M-13 Fusion Cafe aims to satisfy the diverse tastes of the Brisbane Bayside community.
The cafe also offers a selection of healthy shakes, smoothies, and fresh juices. Don’t miss their signature M-13 special drinks, such as the refreshing Guava Mint Infusion, zesty Lemon Lime Mint Infusion, and exotic Lychee Basil Infusion.
You can find the cafe at 1/10 Ernest St, Manly, conveniently located next to the BP service station and bait shop. They operate Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m, and on weekends, from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Luke Swindale has dedicated considerable energy to transforming Hargreaves Road Park. His efforts have breathed new life into the area. Clearing invasive weeds, collecting rubbish, and planting native species, he has also constructed a picturesque walkway, providing a delightful space for all visitors to enjoy.
Supported by the Brisbane City Council and the Bayside Creeks Catchment Group, a series of programs have been organised with the primary goal of fostering awareness and engagement in this accessible natural resource. Notably, these initiatives have captivated the curiosity of young minds — encouraging a sense of environmental responsibility from an early age.
June 4 is Community Planting Day at Hargreaves Road Park and everyone is invited for a morning of environmental rejuvenation.
Starting at 9:00 a.m., attendees can help protect and enhance the habitat and biodiversity of the Glider area.
In addition, Wild Rangers will entertain children with an engaging wildlife show at 10:30 a.m. A complimentary sausage sizzle will be provided for all attendees, ensuring that everyone is fueled for a day of meaningful contribution.
Family Fun and Environmental Stewardship
“We’d love to see you on Sunday,” Cr Lisa Atwood announced on her Facebook page. “Just bring a hat and water bottle and we’ll provide the rest (the planting holes will even be pre-dug).”
Desexing your pets is a crucial responsibility, and fortunately for Manly locals, there are excellent desexing services at the Manly Road 24hr Veterinary Hospital.
Manly Road 24hr Veterinary Hospital is currently offering an extended discount on all dog and cat desexing. Enjoy a 20 per cent discount on these procedures until 1 June 2023. Grab this cost-saving opportunity while you can!
2. Health and Safety Benefits for Cats
Desexing your cat is highly beneficial for its overall health and well-being. It helps prevent certain diseases and behavioural issues, reduces the risk of certain cancers, and eliminates the urge to roam or mark territory. By desexing your cat, you are providing them with a safer and healthier life.
3. Preventing Unplanned Pregnancies
It is crucial to emphasise the importance of preventing unplanned pregnancies in pets. By choosing to desex your cats, you eliminate the possibility of accidental litter. Unplanned pregnancies can lead to an overpopulation of stray kittens, which often face uncertain futures. Taking responsibility and desexing your cat helps prevent this issue and promotes responsible pet ownership.
4. Platinum Standard Surgical Care
When you entrust your pet to Manly Road 24hr Veterinary Hospital, you can expect nothing less than platinum standard surgical care. Their experienced surgical teams prioritise the well-being and safety of your pets throughout the entire desexing procedure. You can rest assured that your pet is in capable hands.
5. Dedicated Vets and Nurses
The team at Manly Road 24hr Veterinary Hospital understands the love and attention your pets need during the desexing process. Every day, you’ll find veterinarians and nurses cradling sweet babies in their arms as they wake up from anaesthesia. They provide a safe and nurturing environment until you are joyfully reunited with your pet.
6. All-Inclusive Desexing Pricing
One of the advantages of choosing Manly Road 24hr Veterinary Hospital is its simple and transparent pricing structure. Their desexing rates do not vary based on age, weight, or size. Whether your pet is a small kitten or a large dog, they offer a fixed rate for spey (female) and castration (male) procedures. Please note that additional charges may apply for in-season or pregnant pets and undescended testicles.
7. Compassionate Care Throughout the Process
Manly Road 24hr Veterinary Hospital understands that leaving your beloved pet for desexing surgery can be an emotional experience. However, you can be reassured that their dedicated team provides compassionate care at every step. From admission to discharge, your pet receives individual attention, sedation to ease anxiety, pain relief, and continuous monitoring during their recovery. Additionally, they offer free recheck appointments and free stitch removal appointments to ensure a smooth and successful recovery for your pet.
Manly Road 24hr Veterinary Hospital is a trusted and compassionate veterinary practice with a dedicated team of veterinarians, nurses, and support staff. The company provides a wide range of services, including routine check-ups, vaccinations, dental care, surgical procedures, emergency care, and specialized treatments. The hospital makes use of advanced medical technology and its staff stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine to deliver the best possible care for your pets.
For more information about this service and to book an appointment, contact their Customer Support Team at 3396 9733.
A truly delicious and meaningful occasion happens this June as World Donut Day brings together Salvation Army and OMG! Decadent Donuts, in Manly and in around 70 other locations around Australia, in support of Orange Sky.
From unexpected bills to medical emergencies or relationship breakdowns, financial hardships can strike anyone. It is crucial to remember that among Australians experiencing homelessness, five per cent are “sleeping rough,” whilst the majority seek shelter in temporary accommodations, boarding houses, or severely crowded homes.
Recognised by their vibrant aqua colour, OMG! Donuts can usually be found in various locations, including shops, farmers’ markets, and community events throughout Australia. However, from 2 to 4 June, they will don a striking shade of orange, symbolising their support for Orange Sky and their dedication to a worthy cause.
OMG! Decadent Donuts aims to raise much-needed funds and awareness for Orange Sky, an admirable Australian charity that provides essential services to people experiencing homelessness.
During the three days, OMG! will donate $5 for every box of 12 doughnuts sold, and they are also encouraging their customers to contribute to this noble cause. By savouring their scrumptious doughnuts, you can indulge your taste buds whilst making a difference in the lives of others.
Nic Marchesi OAM, David Moore, Andrew Clarke, Lucas Patchett OAM | Photo Credit: supplied
OMG! Decadent Donuts takes pride in crafting delectable doughnuts that are free from gluten, dairy, egg, wheat, nuts, yeast, and sulphites. Their commitment to inclusivity extends beyond dietary restrictions, as their offerings are also suitable for vegans.
Whilst OMG! Decadent Donuts are typically dusted with unique blends of natural fruit, vegetables, and spices, the Orange Sky event introduces a special flavour,”Orange Sky” doughnut, which is a freshly made doughnut dusted with a delightful blend of orange and cinnamon sugar.
Donut lover Olive at OMG! Donuts for World Donut Day | Photo Credit: supplied
Recent statistics from the 2021 ABS Census reveal a 5.2 per cent increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness across Australia since 2016. Orange Sky’s services have become more crucial than ever, as they strive to assist those in need.
The Census identified a staggering 122,494 Australians as being homeless, emphasising the pressing need to support organisations like Orange Sky.
Orange Sky’s Nic Marchesi OAM and Lucas Patchett OAM with donut lover Olive for World Donut Day |Photo Credit: supplied
Nic Marchesi, Co-Founder of Orange Sky, highlights the relatability of their cause, stating, “A lot of us don’t know what it’s like to spend a night on the street, but nearly all of us can relate to being cash-strapped at one point or another.”
Lucas Patchett, CEO and Co-Founder of Orange Sky, further emphasises the challenging circumstances faced by many Australians today. Rising costs of living and the housing crisis have pushed an increasing number of individuals into dire situations they never imagined.
“We know Aussies are doing it really tough right now. With the cost of living continuing to increase and the housing crisis, we have seen that a lot of people over the past two years are finding themselves in really tough situations, which they never thought they would be in,” he said.
“In addition to experiencing homelessness, for some Australians, needing the help of Orange Sky has been due to natural disasters such as floods, bush fires, or cyclones. When these disasters occur, we’ve often been amongst the first responders helping people who, in some cases, have been left only with the clothes on their backs.
“When a disaster has struck, our amazing volunteers were there, on the ground where possible, providing warm showers, laundry facilities to wash salvageable items for those who needed it, or simply just a friendly face ready for a chat. At these times of extreme duress, this simple service gave hope and comfort to the many people who had lost so much.”
“When OMG came to us and suggested this collaboration, we couldn’t have been happier, we love that OMG Donuts are inclusive as this really resonates with the core values of Orange Sky”.
“We’re a family owned Australian business, our licensees throughout Australia, are all locals to their region, and there is not one region in Australia that is exempt from needing the support of Orange Sky, ” Director and spokesperson of OMG!, David Moore, said .
“We want to draw attention at a community level to the need to support people who are either homeless, experiencing hardship or in need due to a natural disaster.”
To find out where you can get a fix of the highly addictive OMG! Decadent Donuts go to www.omgdecadentdonuts.com.
Mathew Townsend, a Wakerley local and the CEO of Nature Freedom, is advocating for inclusion for people with a disability ahead of the 2032 Paralympic Games through his participation in the Inclusive Sport and Recreation Communities project of Carers Queensland.
Mathew, who has hearing loss and autism, is one of nine members of the project’s Beyond the Sidelines Reference Group, which aims to boost the representation and participation of people with disability in sports and recreation, both on and off the playing field.
Part of the group’s task is to raise awareness and help identify best practices in sports and recreation for people with disability. The group is also tasked to develop strategies to stimulate social change towards new and better outcomes through inclusive practices.
His life experiences and background with Nature Freedom, a start-up organisation supporting outdoor recreation and tourism, have prompted him to become involved with Carers Queensland’s latest initiative. The timing has been ripe since Brisbane is preparing for the Olympics and the 2032 Paralympic Games.
“My passions and involvement with my start-up organisation with lived experiences with a disability in this area of activities and engagements will be hugely important and beneficial for the group to learn from.”
“I am hoping to see the group recognised with our intentions and support in increasing awareness of inclusion and accessibility in outdoor activities for people with disabilities.
“It is critical for our work to be recognised so we can contribute to change ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Games.”
Mathew believes that Nature Freedom aligns with the goals of Beyond the Sidelines Reference Group and that he and his company could reach out to more people about inclusivity and accessibility. He discovered the project as a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participant through Carers Queensland’s NDIS Local Area Coordination Partner in the Community Program for the Brisbane region.
Mathew uses NDIS support, not only for his business but also as part of the Beyond the Sidelines Reference group.
“I use captions, for example, if I need a caption for my board meeting when the team is virtual or sometimes in person, but it has been virtual a lot lately,” he said.
“At a conference, I have a support (worker) with me to take notes; it’s like when I used to be at university I’d have a note taker in the class for me, so I have access for that. It’s helped me to not miss out the information so I can learn from more. So it’s a lot about communication.
“I also receive capacity building support around my journey of being an employee and accessing the community with that resource as well.”
Mathew said accessing the NDIS has made a big difference to his life as it is helping him to “keep the ball rolling forwards.”
“It gets me going, because if I feel like I’m missing out something, I don’t feel like I’m moving to something,” he said.
“And it makes me feel like I’m not left out as well; it makes me feel included, involved and more engaged, making me feel more productive.”
Carers Queensland can support you to find out more about the NDIS, to apply for funding and to help you get started with the NDIS.
If you have a disability but are not eligible for the NDIS, Carers Queensland can help you identify and link to options for support in your community. You can also contact Carers Queensland on 1300 999 636, or cq.enquiries@ndis.gov.au
Find out more about Carers Queensland’s Inclusive Sport and Recreation Communities project and Beyond the Sidelines Reference group at the official site.
Did you know that desexing your pet could give it a healthier life? Here’s a good deal for pet parents in Manly West and nearby suburbs! A 24-hr veterinary hospital, Manly Road Vet, is offering a discounted rate for desexing pets for a limited time only.
From March to 28 April 2023, Manly Road Vet will cut 20 per cent off the standard desexing fee to help households manage their budget and avail of this much-needed procedure for their furry family members.
Desexing cats or dogs prevents unwanted litter which makes caring for pets a lot more challenging. The procedure has also been proven to change the behaviour of the animal, reducing issues like running away that may lead to accidents, especially among male pets, or developing uterine or ovarian tumours in female pets.
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A desexed pet may also become less aggressive towards people and other animals and lessen their tendency to mark spots with their urine, which can be stressful for a lot of pet parents.
Manly Road Vet will ensure that your pet will comfortable throughout the procedure, especially with post-surgery pain management. Phone the hospital’s Customer Support Team via 3396 9733 for questions.
Whilst you’re there with your dog or cat, try out the new lactose-free puppaccinos from the Kaldi Coffee Cart located at the hospital’s verandah.
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Follow Manly Road Vet on Instagram for more updates on the latest deals.
Whether you’re hungry for oysters for lunch or fancy some smoked salmon bagel for breakfast, you will find an ocean of goodness at SeaVibes Manly, the Esplanade’s go-to for fresh seafood dishes.
Many of the menu items are ideal for sharing and are family-friendly. Long-time favourites here include the beer-battered Barramundi served with chips and salad, char-grilled Tiger Prawns, and the beer-battered Snapper Slider.
Aside from an array of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, the restaurant also does offer takeaways with kid-friendly choices, in case you don’t have so much time to spend in the kitchen or when you don’t feel like cooking, but still want to have a full meal for the family.
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They have a separate takeaway menu, which includes options like salads, burgers, battered, crumbled or grilled fish, and snacks such as chips, potato scallop, and fried dim sim.
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With a decent selection of drinks (wines, beers, spirits and liquors, and more), paired with stunning views of Manly Harbour waterfront, SeaVibes Manly can be the perfect location for a milestone celebration.
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SeaVibes opened in December 2018 on the corner of Esplanade and Cambridge Parade, a site once occupied by another seafood restaurant, Barramundi Boys.
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SeaVibes Manly is open daily as early as 7:30 a.m. and until late. Visit the restaurant’s Facebook page for more details.
