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USC Moreton Bay: Australia’s Newest University Campus in Moreton Bay to Open in 2020

Construction of Stage One of USC Moreton Bay, Australia’s newest university campus, located at the heart of Moreton Bay is well underway.

The new University of the Sunshine Coast campus is set to cater for up to 10,000 students in its first 10 years and will be the anchor of The Mill at Moreton Bay Priority Development Area. USC Moreton Bay will be built on a 10.5-hectare land on the former Petrie Paper Mill site.

Video Credit: USC: University of the Sunshine Coast / YouTube

Hansen Yuncken is undertaking the construction works of Stage One of the USC Moreton Bay foundation. The foundation facility will include a 400-seat lecture theatre for teaching and community events; a $10 million worth state-of-the-art technology, including simulation facilities, engineering facilities, and a makerspace; and a core commitment to renewable energy.

The USC Moreton Bay campus is accessible from Old Gympie road, the Petrie Station, and the Petrie to Kippa-Ring Share path.

Study Opportunities at USC Moreton Bay

Beginning February 2020, USC Moreton Bay will offer almost 50 undergraduate degree programs including business, education, and computer science. Several new courses will be offered in 2020 as well such as Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical), and Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronic).

Sixteen additional programs will also be introduced in 2021 and 2022 such as Bachelor of Business (International Business), Bachelor of Design (Game Design), Bachelor of Environmental Management, and Bachelor of Nutrition.

For students who want to apply for undergraduate study from Semester 1, 2020, application will open in August 2019 through QTAC.

For more information on the USC admission process, please visit this site.

*Photo Credit: University of the Sunshine Coast / Facebook*

Meet USC Moreton Bay

A series of “Meet USC MoretonBay” events are scheduled beginning 23 May 2019, to give a chance to students and the local community to learn more about the project and study opportunities that will be available beginning 2020.

Scheduled to attend and answer questions during panel discussion are USC Vice-Chancellor Professor Greg Hill, USC Chief Operating Officer Scott Snyder, USC Pro-Vice Chancellor (Engagement) Professor Joanne Scott and Moreton Bay Mayor Allan Sutherland.

Event details are as follows:

EVENT	DATE	TIME	VENUE
North Lakes: Meet USC Moreton Bay	Thursday 23 May 2019	6-7.30pm	North Lakes Sports Club – Discovery Lounge
Caboolture: Meet USC Moreton Bay	Monday 27 May 2019	6-7.30pm	USC Caboolture – J1.15 Lecture Theatre
Eatons Hill: Meet USC Moreton Bay	Tuesday 28 May 2019	6-7.30pm	Eatons Hill Hotel – Hills room
Petrie: Meet USC Moreton Bay	Thursday 30 May 2019	6-7.30pm	Heritage Hotel & Function Centre – Pioneer room

Online registration for the Meet USC Moreton Bay is available at this page.

Council’s Refusal of Proposed Retirement Facility at Lota House Appealed

The development application for the proposed retirement village at Oceana St in Lota has already been refused by the Brisbane City Council, but developers are already appealing the case in court.

In August 2018, the Village Retirement Group and Anglicare submitted a proposal to develop a retirement facility at 162 Oceana Tce in Lota — the site includes the heritage-listed Lota House.

The initial proposal consisted of four new buildings containing a total of 104 units, integrated within the Lota Court-Manly Anglicare Retirement Community and Edwin Marsden Tooth Memorial Home.

*Photo Credit: Brisbane City Council / pdonline.brisbane.qld.gov.au*

The proposed development would have Buildings 1 and 2 on the Oceana frontage at six storeys in height, and Buildings 3 and 4 on the Grace St frontage at seven storeys in height.

The plan was later amended, reducing the height to five and six storeys and removing one unit from the plan to provide an entry area that will connect the porte-cochere to the main lobby.

Despite the changes, the Council rejected the development application last 3 April as the council believes that the proposal was not in keeping with the character of the area and that it negatively impacts the 150-year-old heritage-listed Lota House, the existing vegetation, and traffic.

In particular, the Council cited that the “5 and 6 storey retirement facility is not consistent with the 1 and 2 storey low density residential character of the area.”

The decision also said that “the proposed 5 and 6 storey development does not complement the prevailing 1 and 2 storey low density residential scale, built form and streetscape of the surrounding area.”

The refusal comes after the local community actively called for the rejection of the proposal and more than 160 submissions, objecting to the application, were received.

The developers, however, appealed the case to the Planning and Environment court on grounds that the council did not provide sufficient basis for the refusal.

“The Development Application ought to be approved because the proposed development complies with all of the assessment benchmarks for the development. Alternatively, the Development Application ought to be approved if the proposed development does not comply with some of the assessment benchmarks.

“Further or in the alternative, the Development Application ought not to be refused as compliance with the assessment benchmarks can be achieved by the imposition of conditions,” the Notice of Appeal said.

A Magical Fantastic Beasts Party Is Happening In Manly This Easter

Photo Credit: Fantastic Beasts/Facebook

Since it’s the school holidays, The Mad Hatters Bookshop in Manly is hosting a Fantastic Beasts Party for the kids!

Open for children between the ages of seven to 12 years old, the Fantastic Beasts Party is set on Friday, April 12, and will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the bookstore’s Day Markets location in the corner of Stratton Terrace and Cambridge Parade.

Guests joining the Fantastic Beasts Party can expect a treasure hunt and a trivia contest, so the kids better brush up on their knowledge about the world of Harry Potter.

*Photo Credit:* *The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook*

Prizes will be given away to those who will do their best during the games and contests. The Mad Hatters Bookshop will also be selling discounted Harry Potter merchandise during the event.

The Fantastic Beasts Party will also be celebrating Easter with a crafting and Easter egg-making activity for the children. The Mad Hatters Bookshop encourages parents to let their children wear their most comfortable work clothes because they will be painting and working with glitter and glue.

Tickets to the event are at $25 per participant but this Friday’s event is all booked out. However, if you miss this party, there’s always a Harry Potter-themed activity at The Mad Hatters Bookshop during the school holidays.

Did you know that this Manly bookstore has its own Harry Potter-themed games and reading room? Take a peek of what it looks like inside in this video below.

Keep tabs of The Mad Hatters Bookshop’s Facebook page for the succeeding Harry Potter-themed events.

Artsy-Craftsy? Improve Your Skills and Join Manly’s Workshop Hub

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Do you remember how much fun you’ve had with the arts and crafts classes during your childhood years? Now, you can relive these moments at the Workshop Hub as you rediscover your creative gifts.

The Workshop Hub in Manly is a new arts and crafts centre for creative people living in and around the Bayside.

Established by Emma Wood, the Workshop Hub is the perfect venue for those looking to improve on their artistic and crafting abilities or to have an enjoyable and creative time when they are not working.

The best part is the Workshop Hub classes are not limited to the basic arts and crafts. There is a myriad of courses offered and taught by skilled teachers.

Each session at the Workshop Hub lasts for an average of three hours and the fees will depend on the classes. For April and May, you may sign up for the following arts and crafts sessions:

April

4-April	Native Wreath 1:00 p.m. Learn to arrange foliage to hang on walls or doors.
	Succulent Wooden Planter 3:30 p.m. Learn how to arrange, plant and care for succulents.
16-April	Beginner’s Macrame Wall Hanging 10:00 a.m. Create the Elise Heather Designs Ideal for beginners to Macrame.
	Resin Jewellery 1:00 p.m. Learn how to pour, cast, finish and polish resins safely
	Beginner’s Macrame Plant Hanger 2:00 p.m. For beginners and experienced Macrame crafters
	Resin Homeware 6:00 p.m. Learn to create resin serving dishes and chopping board
	Watercolour Natives 6:30 p.m. Develop techniques in watercolour painting.
28-April	Hot Smoke – Fireside Smoking BBQ 11:00 a.m. Learn how to cure fish, smoke meats and stoke fires.

*Decorative clay creations by Artfolk/Vanessa Wallace*

May

3-May	Banksy Sip and Paint 6:00 p.m. Learn techniques to create Banksy street art.
5-May	Beginner’s Macrame Feather Dream Catcher Workshop 10:00 a.m. Learn the basics of Macrame.
	Resin Art 1:00 p.m. Learn to create resin art in a wooden art board.
	Beginner’s Woven Wall Hanging Workshop 2:00 p.m. Learn to make woven wall hangers.
7-May	A la Mesa!! 5:30 p.m. EJ Daniel will teach the secrets of cooking the perfect paella.
9-May	Introduction to Linocut Printing 4:00 p.m. Learn how to design and cut a lino print.
14-May	Decorative Clay Platter 6:30 p.m. Artfolk’s Vanessa will teach the basics of moulding and decorating clay
16-May	Artisan Textured Silver Earrings 9:30 a.m. Hilary from Jocale Design instructs. Learn techniques in creating your own metal jewellery.
	Oceanic Watercolour 6:30 p.m. Learn and understand the colour theory and colour mixing

Classes are inclusive of tea or wine breaks, depending on the time session.

To learn more about the sessions or to get regular updates, follow the Workshop Hub’s Facebook Page.

Michael Gannon Residence: A Beautiful Queenslander In a Seaside Suburb

Photo Credit: Queensland Government

Manly is home to many heritage-listed houses, but one of those that stand out is the Michael Gannon residence because it’s rare to see substantial seaside houses like this in the suburb.

Sitting on three parcels of land at 150 Kingsley Terrace, the residence is a great example of a late 19th century seaside house. It is meticulously constructed with timber, has a wide verandah, and a french-provincial entrance.

Just like a quintessential Queenslander, it is elevated well above the ground to counteract extreme conditions like flooding, high temperatures and pest infestations.

It has an under-house area, which is enclosed with a combination of timber battens, asbestos cement sheeting and concrete block work. This area serves as a garage and storage area and includes the enclosure to the original earth closet.

A central timber stair, which leads to the verandah serves as entry to the house. It still has the original front door surrounded by patterned coloured glass.

The enclosed rear verandah now serves as the main living area. The verandah also accommodates the kitchen at the northern end and the bathroom at the southern end.

One of the significant components of the residence is the billiard room which flanks the rear section of the hallway to the south.

The architect of the house was unknown but it is believed that it was designed by architects John Hall and Son who also designed Gannon’s Breakfast Creek residence and Hawthorne villa.

Who is Michael Gannon?

The residence was constructed in 1888 for Michael Brennan Gannon, and his wife Amy.

Gannon was a member of Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly for Toombul, Government Auctioneer and valuator (owner of Arthur Martin & Co).

He purchased a large portion of land in the Wynnum-Manly area formerly part of Portion 57. Gannon sold off a considerable acreage of land, but retained ownership of that portion on which the residence was to be constructed.

Photo credit: John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland

The house became his family’s holiday home. His permanent residence was at “Waratah”, Toorak Road in Breakfast Creek.

Apart from his endeavours in politics, Gannon was known for his Brisbane’s social and sporting society.

He became the vice-president of the Albert Cricket Club in 1888 and was involved with the Queensland Rifle Association, the Brisbane Bicycling Club, and the Breakfast Creek Rowing Club.

At the time of Gannon’s death in April 1898, his widow’s place of residence was listed as ‘Manly.’

Later owners continued to use the house as a seaside home. Thomas and Elizabeth Goodman bought the property in 1927 and used it as their principal place of residence. The Goodmans remained there until the death of Elizabeth in 1953.

It was vacant until 1955 when the public trustee sold it to an investor who had the house converted into three flats.

The house remained as flats until June 1999 when the property was purchased by the current owners. The residence has been identified as a character building in the Wynnum-Manly Local Area Plan.

On 27 October 2000, it was added to the Queensland Heritage Register for its association to Michael Gannon and for its demonstration of Queensland’s cultural heritage.

The Michael Gannon residence is also significant in demonstrating the continued growth of the Wynnum/Manly area in the latter part of the 19th century.

Fun Things to Do Besides Shopping at Manly Creative Markets

Photo credit: Manly Creative Market/ Facebook

Are you a regular of the Manly Creative Markets? With an array of clothing, jewellery, artisan, gardening and pet products, it is hands-down one big shopping haven.

Yet there’s more to look forward to at the Manly Creative Markets than the boutique shopping experience. If you’re looking for other things to do apart from buying stuff, hop to the Manly Harbour Village at the Little Bayside Park from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every Sunday to try a range of activities.

Satisfy Your Taste Buds

You’ll find pop-outlets serving a tantalising selection of street and market food and even many fine eateries when you’re craving for something gastronomic. Great finds include traditional cornflake biscuits, jam drops, and cookies.

Stop for Coffee

Enjoy your coffee, milkshakes, or smoothies with the view of boats in this charming seaside suburb. Then don’t forget to drop by the stall selling pre-loved books. Good book and great coffee just makes everything better!

Photo credit: Manly Creative Market/ Facebook

Get Some Massage

There are stalls offering massage services, so you can relax your feet after a nice stroll. It’s also a perfect way to wrap up a long and tiring week. Your massage session will be more relaxing with the view of Manly.

Watch a Live Band

Enjoy cool tunes from the creative market’s troupe of entertainers. Wynnum State School Band and Momentum are some of the regular performers at Manly Creative Markets.

Treat Your Dog

Got a pet? Bring your buddy with you and let him indulge in the dog treats offered by some of the stalls. Your dog will surely enjoy his day out with a baked treat from the creative market.

For more information about the Manly Creative Markets, visit their Facebook page.

5 Interesting Facts That Make Manly Special

Photo Credit: Business Photos/Google Street View

A 30-minute drive from the Brisbane CBD, Manly is one of those places that locals love to come home to and visitors hesitate to leave, especially if you love the water. This charming outskirt is hands-down one of the most interesting beachside suburbs in Brisbane. Here are some things that make Manly special:

1. It’s where you will find the largest boat harbour facility in the southern hemisphere.

Photo Credit: High Aspect Media/Google Street View

Boating is popular in Manly, thanks to its well-sheltered coastal location. There are a number of boating clubs based in Manly. There’s the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, the Wynnum Manly Yacht Club, the Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club, and the Darling Point Sailing Squadron among others.

2. The first land sales occurred in 1882.

Manly was first referred to as the “Manly Beach Estate” based on the advertisements published in newspapers. It is believed that the name was inspired by Manly in Sydney. It was advertised as “The Future Premier Watering Place of Brisbane,” in an auction in 1887, a description that somehow makes sense now because rentals for detached houses in Manly was the fastest-rising rate in Brisbane for 2018.

3. You will find one of Brisbane’s earliest state schools in Manly.

Manly State School, Remodelling additional accommodation, April 1951 (Photo credit: Agriculture And Stock Department, Publicity Branch/ archivessearch.qld.gov.au/)

The Manly State School opened in 1910. It was so popular that parents have been known to camp overnight to secure a place. One of the notable people who went to the school was ABC announcer Spencer Howson.

4. The Manly Railway Station opened in 1888.

Manly station, on the Cleveland line (Photo credit: TravellerQLD/ Wikimedia Commons)

At the time, it served as the original terminus of the line. The line was extended a year later to the original Cleveland station. It was rebuilt in 1992, which involves demolishing the original timber station infested with termites.

5. It homes the largest flotilla in Brisbane.

Photo credit: Brisbane Coast Guard/Facebook

The Brisbane Coast Guard, a flotilla of the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Association, is notable for being the largest flotilla in Australia and for having the Lord Mayor of Brisbane as its patron.

Get the Latest Wynnum Manly News With This Progressive Web App

Photo Credit: Wynnum Manly Web App

Are you hesitant to install government-related apps because they might take up a lot of space on your smartphone? This is not an issue with the Wynnum Manly app, a handy online information portal which can be accessed as a website or as a web app.

With the app, you can access the Wynnum Manly Guide where you will find information about restaurants, shopping and retail centres, cafes, medical, arts, beauty and health, sporting clubs, community groups, hotels, fitness and pilate centres across the suburb.

Simply type www.wynnummanly.app into your browser and you will get all the latest news and information instantly. For iOS, use the Safari Browser for an excellent experience. Because there is no need for updates and installations, this app is expected to run faster and smoother compared to a native app.

There is no need to download or install it from the app store because this app is entirely platform-independent. It comes with features you can find in a classic native app, like push notifications and mobile-specific navigation minus the high data requirements or further updates.

Here’s how to add this progressive web app to your device:

Mindtraffic built the new progressive web app using chayns, a digital business operating system that delivers all posts, images, and information on events instantly. It can be connected to your Facebook page, your Facebook profile, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter.

Chayns turns a website into a progressive web app for all platforms and users could get up-to-rate information with active notifications. It’s as simple as adding it to your homescreen.

For more information, visit the or Mindtraffic website and check out the Wynnum Manly progressive app.

Lovely Laneway Cafe at Manly

Serving great coffee, delicious food, and good times at the seaside suburb of Manly is a lovely laneway cafe, the Cambridge Lane Espresso.

Located at a nook tucked down Cambridge Parade, this simple, bright, and laid back style cafe is attractive to a number of locals due to its excellent services and relaxing ambiance. The cafe is air conditioned, which is perfect for hot summer weather, and they also have metal tables and chairs placed outside the cafe for those who enjoy the outdoor scenic view.

Aside from its relaxing ambiance, Cambridge Lane Espresso is also a child and pet friendly cafe. Not to mention, their menu offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options. It’s definitely a great place to bring your family and friends for a casual breakfast, lunch, brunch, or even snack.

Having a 4 out of 5 star rating in Zomato, this lovely cafe is surely making a name to the coffee service industry.

Opening Hours

Monday- Wednesday, and Sunday	6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.
Thursday- Saturday	6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.5:30 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.

The Cambridge Lane Espresso is one of Simon Wescombe’s projects. His other cafes include Qwerk Espresso at Wilston, and Hello Garry Espresso at Coorparoo.

Visit Cambridge Lane Espresso’s Facebook page for updates on their latest specials and deals.

Manly House Rentals Fastest-Rising In Brisbane For 2018

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Rentals for detached houses in Manly was the fastest-rising rate in Brisbane for 2018, latest report says.

Data from the Domain Rental Report for December quarter 2018 showed Manly’s record increase of 14.5 per cent on year-to-year, with a median weekly rent price of $493. Ascot and South Brisbane closely followed the ranking with 14.2 per cent and 13.7 per cent year-to-year, respectively.

According to homesales.com.au, the average rental returns for detached houses for Manly is at 3.44 per cent on year-to-year. Rental units, on the other hand, have a 4.78 per cent return with a median weekly rental price of $430.

Domain’s senior analyst Nicola Powell attributed Manly’s rental increase to its appeal for families looking to migrate from NSW, specifically Sydney, to suburbs with access to good schools for their children.

Other top performing suburbs for the fastest-rising detached house rentals include Nudgee, Tarragindi, Fairfield, Petrie Terrace, Dakabin, Banyo and East Brisbane. With rental units, Holland Park, Clontarf, Bandon, South Brisbane and Balmoral ranked among the top five.

The famous Kingsley Terrace, built in 1888, established Manly as a popular seaside recluse.
Photo Credit: Queensland Government

The news comes as forecast from the Residential Property Prospects 2018-2021 report for Brisbane’s general housing market sees a modest but steady growth until 2021, while Sydney’s declines.

However, rentals in Brisbane’s inner cities continue to weaken despite the developments. Brisbane CBD’s rental units, a 35-minute drive from Manly, fell to 4 per cent year-on-year with a $480 median weekly rental price. Analysts say there is more supply than demand coming into the CBD market.

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