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Chill Out with Live Music and Cocktails at This Manly Bar

Bluebottle Bar, located at 55 Cambridge Parade, is known as one of the coolest chill out place in Manly. Frequented by the locals for its musical line-up, this establishment also offers decent meals and a wide selection of cocktails, craft beers and other drinks.

Diners love coming back to Bluebottle Bar for its burgers. The kitchen also serves tacos, chicken wings, cheese plates, and charcuterie platters that go well with the drinks.

The bar food menu may be slim but the drink list is long. Try their honey-filled cocktail topped with honeycomb or get a fill of their espresso martini. Don’t leave the place without drinking their popular Tiki Tiki drink.

Bluebottle Bar caters to a diverse clientele who love enjoying good music with good food or drinks. So, it’s usual to see different sets of adults of every age and background hanging out at the Bluebottle Bar.

Scarlett Gunner	Friday 21 June Friday 28 June
Steve Hawley	Saturday 22 June
Erin Reus	Saturday 29 June

Bluebottle Bar’s trading hours are from 4:00 p.m. to late night from Thursday to Sunday. The restaurant also accepts private parties and catering.

“It is so refreshing to find a place where the Barman knows everything about his stock and can give accurate and detailed information about what they have on offer. Great service!”
~ Ingrid Wulf, Facebook

“Great bar in Manly that’s a step in the right direction to the kind of places that need to open in the area.

The food in this venue is delicious and the bar manager is extremely professional, friendly and helpful. There are great beers available on tap and while more variety in that department would be nice I understand it’s not always possible with a venue of this size.

It’s a really pleasant environment both inside and outside the bar and I would encourage anyone to go give the place a try.

“Keep up the good work guys.”
~ Dan Wright, Google Reviews

“Since it has been renovated it has such a great feel to it.
The staff are awesome people and the service is bang on.
The cocktails are amazing! These guys know what they are doing. Great value too with a selection at $10 between 5-7 and most are $16 any time.
Great burgers too if you are hungry!”
~ Mel C, Trip Advisor

Mother’s Day 2019: Where to Celebrate With Mum in Manly?

Sunday, the 12th of May 2019, is Mother’s Day and if you’re still unsure where to take your mum to celebrate, there are actually a few interesting things happening at Manly Harbour Village. This list below should get you sorted.

Spend Mother’s Day in the Park

Take mum for an early morning walk on this beautiful day at the Esplanade and then settle down for a picnic with the whole family at Bayside Park, where Mother’s Day in the Park 2019 is happening from 9:00 a.m.to 3:00 p.m.

You can pack her favourite food or buy from the stalls at the nearby Sunday Creative Markets. While the children play on the grass, you and mum can watch the local school bands perform.

Here is the musical line-up for this event:

9:00 a.m. Meeka Ireland
9: 30 a.m. FAD Bayside
10:00 a.m. The Swingalicious Big Band
11:00 a.m. Notesmasters Music Studio Presents
11:30 a.m. Queensland Irish Association Pipe Band
12:15 p.m. Cody Miller
12:45 p.m. Bella Cooke
1:15 p.m. Momentum Choir
1:45 p.m. Brianna Frost
2:00 p.m. Claiming it Anyway Band

Don’t forget to shop for a token for mum at one of the stalls! The stores are open beginning 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

*Photo Credit:* *Manly Creative Markets/Facebook*

Treat Mum to a Fancy Meal

If mum’s not up for a picnic in the park, however, you can treat her to a fancy meal at cafes and restaurants around Manly. These establishments have prepared a special Mother’s Day meal to mark the occasion.

*Photo Credit:* *The Manly Hotel/Facebook*

Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron 578 Royale Esplanade	Gourmet Breakfast Buffet from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for $20 (adults) $10 (children) Lunch or dinner with a special limited menu 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The Manly Hotel 54 Cambridge Parade	Breakfast Buffet from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Afternoon live music at Sails Bistro and Beergarden Sails Bistro food special: roast of the day with vegetable and gravy for $18. Get a chance to win a Mother’s Day Pamper Pack!
The Manly Deck Bar & Restaurant 1/45 Cambridge Parade	All-day live music Special Mother’s Day breakfast for $18
The Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club 34 Fairlead Crescent	Mother’s Day Buffet Breakfast

*Photo Credit:* *Manly Deck Bar & Restaurant/Facebook*

These restaurants below, on the other hand, are also preparing something special and off the menu for Mother’s Day. Just ask the wait staff or call ahead to find out what delectable dish they will be serving.

It’s highly recommended, however, that you reserve a table in advance since these establishments are likely going to be packed with guests.

Make Mother’s Day count and plan ahead so that you’ll have the most unforgettable, enjoyable and relaxing Sunday with that special woman in your life!

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

Photo Credit: Workshop Hub

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.

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

Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons/Nick Carson

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.

Australia Day 2019 Celebrations In and Around Manly

One of the most awaited days of the year, the Australia Day is just around the corner. To celebrate this special day, several events will be up in and around Manly.

From free breakfasts to family-friendly events plus Australia’s ‘biggest barbecue party’, there will be something for everyone to enjoy on the day.

Australia Day Community Breakfast 2019

Saturday, 26 January 2019 (7:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon)

Photo credit: Cr Peter Cumming – for Wynnum Manly Ward/Facebook

To start the day right, Manly will be having a free community breakfast to celebrate Australia Day. Simply bring a chair and head over to the Wynnum Manly Bandstand Park for free entertainment, rides, and food.

There will be a sausage sizzle, pancakes, tea, and damper available in the event. Kids can also enjoy some rides and face painting.

Venue: Bandstand Park, The Esplanade, Manly (near the corner of Gordon Parade)

Australia Day By The Bay

Saturday, 26 January 2019 (12:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m.)

Photo credit: Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club/Facebook

Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club (MBTBC) is having a free Australia Day celebration on the Seaside Greens with lots of food, entertainment, and fun activities.

MBTBC’s Australia Day By The Bay activities will include Aussie snodog snowcones, face painting, jumping castle, live music, and more.

For lunch, a selection of delicious food will be available outdoors. Their lunch menu includes slow-cooked beef brisket and slaw roll, slow-cooked pork and slaw roll, fish and chips, calamari and chips, hot chips, bucket fresh prawns, and fresh oysters.

The day’s main event highlights the return of the famous Crab-Races. Auctions will be available onsite and proceeds from the crab racing will go to local charities.

Venue: Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club

Australia Day: Low and Slow BBQ Barbecue Meats

Saturday, 26 January 2019 (10:00 a.m. onward)

Photo credit: Waterloo Bay Hotel/Facebook

The Waterloo Bay Hotel will be hosting the ultimate Aussie barbecue party to celebrate Australia Day.

Teaming up with Stone & Wood Brewing, the first 50 people to arrive at the Stone and Wood pop-up bar at 11:00 a.m. will receive a free gift. More gifts and giveaways will also be available throughout the day.

Activities on the day include cricket on the big screen plus several competitions such as Thong Toss, Catch for Cash, and Pie Eating contests. Guests will also enjoy live music by Brad & Kylie from 1:00 p.m. which will be perfect with some Aussie smoked meats and drinks.

Venue: Fig Restaurant and Beer Garden, Waterloo Bay Hotel

Manly, Other Seaside Suburbs to Trial Off-Leash Beaches

This could be good news for fur-parents as Brisbane City Council prepares to trial a number of off-leash beaches in Manly, Wynnym, and other seaside suburbs across Brisbane.

Come mid-2019, a number of beaches and foreshores will be designated as off-leash areas for a year.

Currently, there are a number of off-leash beaches where Brisbane dogs can go. Some of the best beaches for pooches include the North Shore off-leash beach in the Sunshine Coast, Coolum Beach and Nudgee Beach.

Under the council’s plan, selected beaches and foreshores in Manly, Wynnum, Lota, Sandgate, Nudgee Beach, Shorncliffe, and Brighton will allow dogs, small and big, to run free within a designated area. However, dog owners will be warned that they can be fined if they unleash their pets outside the off-leash area.

Read: Efforts To Save Animals Continue in Manly & Other Suburbs In Moreton Bay Region
Read: Have You Seen the Hidden Animal Figures on The Great Wall of Manly?

Striking a Balance

The off-leash beaches trial is in response to public clamour for more freedom for their fur babies. But a possible hindrance to making beaches off-leash are the birds that treat the beaches as their temporary home.

The council plans to conduct the trial during the non-migratory period. That way, they can strike a balance in providing freedom areas for dogs, whilst still protecting the birds.

Should the trial be successful, it could lead to more off-leash beaches and foreshores in Queensland.

August Events In Manly

Go to a market or enjoy a free movie in Manly with these fun events happening this August.

4 August

Free Movie In the Park

Starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Little Bayside Park, enjoy a free movie with your loved ones. The movie will be Fantastic Mr Fox, which is perfect for your kids as well.

8 August

Free Zumba Gold

Ideal for older people who wants to sweat it and stretch it out, this Zumba workout is FREE! Presented by FSG Australia, this workout is also open to people with disability, mental health challenges, along with their carers. This happens every Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at George Clayton Park, 55 Lower Esplanade in Manly (classes are held under the trees behind the waterfront rotunda).

11 August

Inspiring Champions for Moreton Bay

Go on a community cruise to help protect Moreton Bay’s ecosystem by contributing to the Citizen Science activities from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Participants will head out to the Green Island with Moreton Bay Environmental Education Centre and some of the Bays’ Citizen Science organisations to check out the diverse corals and seagrass using underwater video gliders to help with the ongoing citizen science efforts monitoring the bay.

For more details, click here.

31 August

Masque Parade

Take out your costume and head down to the Royal Queensland Watch Squadron for a fundraising event, the Night Ninjas Charity. There will be great entertainment and a presentation by the “Snake Boss” Julia Baker. The charity helps homeless people.

You can get your tickets here.

4 & 18 August

Jan Powers Farmer’s Markets

An icon in Brisbane, Jan Powers Farmer’s Markets support the locals and get yourself fresh and locally-produced products. This market happens every first and third Saturday of each month.

Aside from shopping, they also offer entertainment within a festive atmosphere.

Every Sunday

Manly Creative Markets

Spend your Sunday at the park with great food, rides, arts and crafts, and many more from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There will also be a dog wash so you can bring your doggos with you. It’s the perfect family affair!

This market is Brisbane’s oldest continuously operating market from the same location. It was established in 1991 and it runs every Sunday.

For The Kids: Learn The Basics Of Fishing In Manly

For kids who wish to give fishing a try, head on over to the Fish Wise event on 15 July on Davenport Drive in Manly.

Starting at 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and open to anyone 10 to 17 years of age, Fish Wise is a free event that will teach young adults to learn how to tie fishing knots, cast a rod, and other fishing basics!

The event is held by 2 Bent Rods, a well-known fishing school that offers fishing lessons for adults and kids that happen once a week per term. The kids fishing school activities include:

Reading the beach
Yabby pumping
Bait netting
Cast net throwing
Knot tying
Different rigs
Bait fishing
Lure fishing
Crabbing
Cleaning & filleting
Gear maintenance

The upcoming term, the winter fishing school, will start on 21 July and end on 19 August. During the winter, the classes will run on weekends and will be held at different locations each week. All fishing equipment are supplied by the school.

For bookings for the Fish Wise event, you can call 0403 713 820.

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