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Proposed Annerley Bypass Tunnel Under Fire

A bypass tunnel under Ipswich Road may not be the best solution to traffic congestion in the area, according to State peak motoring body RACQ.

Councillor Nicole Johnston, in the hope of alleviating the traffic snarl at the site, reportedly called for a feasibility study for a tunnel under the busy Ipswich Road, thereby bypassing Annerley. Lord Mayor Schrinner was inclined to consider the idea albeit not a Council’s priority at this time.

RACQ spokesperson Renee Smith said, however, that a bypass tunnel may be an expensive solution and instead urged the Council to look for other options that will address congestion not only Ipswich Road but other locations across Brisbane as well.

“We know congestion is increasing, not just on Ipswich Road but across other parts of Brisbane too, and we need to work on improving what we already have, rather than focus on building new tunnels,” Ms Smith said.

“We know the Centenary Motorway is crying out for an upgrade, and improving the Moggill Road and Coonan Street roundabout will relieve some future traffic pressure on Ipswich Road.

“Improvements on other key corridors including Oxley Road, Walter Taylor Bridge and Fairfield Road should also be considered to give motorists the option to use alternative routes too.”

RACQ also encourages the Council to consider solutions that will consider first the cyclist and pedestrian safety, so residents will have more transport alternatives.

“We want to see delivery of green bridges and a better, more frequent and reliable public transport system, so residents and visitors have more reasons to leave the car at home.”

Earth ‘n’ Sea Pizza in Annerley: A Reliable Family-Friendly Establishment for Takeaway, Group Hangouts

Every home has a standby meal of choice that can be served with little fuss, preparation or cooking time. In Annerley and the nearby suburbs in the south of Brisbane, Earth ‘n’ Sea Pizza is likely always in the takeaway or delivery rotation.

Found at 336 Ipswich Road, this store was originally located in Coorparoo before moving to Annerley more than 13 years ago. The establishment is a franchise of the iconic 43-year-old pizza chain in Australia.

This family-friendly pizza joint takes pride in offering healthier wholemeal pizza, which has been its concept since the store’s inception in Byron Bay in New South Wales in the ’70s.

Earth ‘n’ Sea Pizza offers 22 pizza flavours, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. The store also provides an ample selection of pasta, salads and desserts to suit an assortment of taste and preference.

The Annerley outlet caters to delivery orders across South Brisbane, Moorooka, Holland Park and Coorparoo. However, the restaurant has been a favourite family local hangout as well since gameboards are provided for groups to enjoy at their table whilst eating.

*Photo Credit: Earth ‘n’ Sea Amazing Pizza and Pasta Annerley/Facebook*

Once in a while, Earth ‘n’ Sea Pizza also holds superhero costume parties for the kids and pizza social bike nights for the adults. Various birthday parties and other social events are also celebrated at this restaurant.

True to its Byron Bay roots, Earth ‘n’ Sea Pizza maintains a beach vibe theme through all its outlets. It’s an ideal place to chill whilst savouring great food.

The Annerley store trades daily from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

“The pizzas are amazing. Really good menu and we got to play chess while waiting!! There are other board games which are lots of fun. My partner and I were really pleased. Also it’s well priced.”
~ Noor Naddour, Google Reviews

“The pizza here was not Italian at all, very Australianised – but this was fine for my friends and I! Massive sized pizza’s with generous amounts of delicious toppings. Three of us shared a giant size for $36 ($12 each) with a garlic bread to start us off and left very satisfied with our meal. Staff here are very friendly and likeable, we had great customer service. To top it off the restaurant gave off a cool surfer/ beachy vibe, staying true to its roots of Byron bay!”
~ Crazy Pizza, Zomato

Lagonda Street Park Pedestrian Bridge Repair Project Well Underway

The Lagonda Street Park pedestrian bridge repair project is now well underway with target completion in late 2019.

The Lagonda Street Park pedestrian bridge which connects Lagonda Street and Norman Street in Annerley is now undergoing repair work to keep it compliant to safety standards and extend its serviceable lifespan.

The repair works which commenced in early October 2019 included repairing the existing bridge structure and handrail; embankment protection works; landscaping and tree trimming works.

*Lagonda Street Park pedestrian bridge repair project Detour map*
*Photo credit: Brisbane City Council / brisbane.qld.gov.au*

Whilst some of the repair works may be undertaken after work hours, for the most part, repair works will be done between 7am and 5pm, Monday to Saturday. A temporary detour is now in place along Vallely Street and Lagonda Street to maintain access for pedestrians whilst the bridge remains inaccessible.

The Lagonda Street Park bridge repair project is part of the Council’s $100-million four-year Better Bikeways 4 Brisbane program which started July 2016. The list of completed projects beginning in late 2018-19 to 2019-20 financial year include:

C.T. White Park Lookout rehabilitation project (part of boardwalk rehabilitation projects) located in Kangaroo Point
Kangaroo Point Bikeway upgrade: Stage 1 (Goodwill Bridge to Veloway 1) in South Brisbane
Normanby Fiveways Bikeway lighting project (North Brisbane Bikeway) in Spring Hill
Woolloongabba Bikeway project in Woolloongabba
Beams Road culvert widening project in Fitzgibbon
Elwyn Street bridge replacement in Northgate

Ashridge Road Bikeway lighting project in Darra
Meadowbank Street Park bridge replacement in Carindale
Moreton Bay Cycleway, Elanora Park (Wynnum to Export Street) in Wynnum
Kangaloon Street pedestrian bridge replacement in Jindalee

Other projects that are either underway or soon to be undertaken include:

Brisbane-wide

Boardwalk rehabilitation projects in Bretts Wharf Riverwalk, Hamilton; C.T. White Park Lookout, Kangaroo Point; and Mariners Reach Riverwalk, Newstead.
Removing bicycle deflection rails (‘banana bars’) from bikeways and shared paths.
Real-time bikeway counters

Central

Brisbane City – Botanic Gardens Riverwalk project

North

Aspley – North Brisbane Bikeway: Webster Road to Robinson Road West project
Lutwyche and Wooloowin – North Brisbane Bikeway: Bridge Street to Kedron Brook
Wilston – Noble Street pedestrian bridge removal

West

Auchenflower – Patrick Lane intersection improvements project
Chapel Hill and Kenmore – Sutling Street bridge replacement project
Indooroopilly – Indooroopilly Riverwalk

Share Your Ideas and Name the New Inner City South SSC in Dutton Park

Inner City South State Secondary College or Inner City South SSC is changing its name. In line with the relocation, expansion and construction of a new state-of-the-art building in Dutton Park, The Department of Education is calling on the community for ideas of a new and official school name.

Name suggestions can be made online through a survey, which will be open until Sunday, the 17th of Nov 2019.

The Department of Education will consider name suggestions that encompass the promotion of location or identify local flora and fauna, Indigenous names, cultural or heritage significance. The name may also have the word “State” in the title.

The construction of Inner City South SSC along Annerley Road started in July 2019. Two large buildings have been demolished to make way for the new structures, whilst 14 other buildings were removed and temporarily relocated in storage facilities to be reused and refurbished for the new facilities.

Once completed, the site will have the following amenities:

learning oasis
learning hub
creative hub
active park
outdoor court
multi-purpose hall
health and wellbeing hub
production garden
pocket park

Inner City South SSC is the first state high school to be built in the area in the last 60 years. Kirsten Ferdinands, formerly of the Murrumba Downs College, will serve as its principal.

Ms Ferdinands recently had a meet and greet with parents and students interested in enrolling for Year 7 at the new school once it opens in 2021.

For more details about the new state high school’s construction progress, visit the official Queensland Government site.

Kurilpa Scout Group in Yeronga Gets Funding for Conservation Management Plan

The Kurilpa Scout Group, located at the corner of Park Road and Villa Street in Yeronga, recently received $5,000 in funds from the Queensland government to develop a Conservation Management Plan (CMP) for the Baden Powell Memorial Hall at the Yeronga Memorial Park.

The money is part of the Community Sustainability Action Grants given to 30 recipients tasked to come up with ways to repair, restore and preserve important heritage buildings or sites in Queensland.

The Baden Powell Memorial Hall stands at the Yeronga Memorial Park, a state heritage landscape since 2005. As one of Brisbane’s oldest parks, it has several significant components as a historical, environmental and social hub thus care and consideration must be taken before any changes are done in the area.

As outlined in the guidelines of the Queensland Heritage Act 1992, a CMP would serve as a planning and expenditure guide whenever changes to a heritage site are proposed. The aim of the CMP is to lessen delays and study all undertaking before putting a plan into action.

“Heritage places are an important aspect of the community’s character and identity and they allow us to trace our history and feel connected to the important stories about our past,” Minister for Environment and the Arts Leeanne Enoch said.

“This round of funding is part of the Government’s $18 million Community Sustainability Action Grants Program, which helps conserve Queensland’s environment and heritage and protect wildlife.”

The Kurilpa Scout Group, which has various outdoor and scouting programs for children, teens and adults, regularly meets at the Baden Powell Memorial Hall. The space and its surrounding grounds are also available for hire for non-members.

Police Issue Reminder to Vehicle Owners in Yeronga

Police have issued a reminder to Yeronga residents to take extra care after a number of instances of unlawful entry of vehicles and items being stolen in the area have been reported.

The incidents were reported to have occurred in late September 2019 during night time on the following streets: Yeronga Street, Nelson Street, Stevens Street, Overdean Street, Cook Street, Grosvenor Street, and Shottery Street. Since then, residents have been advised to be extra vigilant in securing their vehicles in the area.

Whilst many of these motor vehicles were secured, offenders managed to break in by smashing a window to steal items in sight, including bank cards, wallets, coins, cash, as well as registration plates.

Residents are therefore encouraged to park their vehicles in well lit areas and to remove GPS units, mobile phones, other entertainment devices, wallets/handbags, personal papers/documents, clothing, and sunglasses.

Furthermore, Queensland Police suggests the following tips to minimise the risk of vehicle theft:

If you have off street parking, use it. If possible, park behind locked gates or in a locked garage. Parking on the street greatly increases the risk of theft.
Remove temptation – always lock doors and close windows when your vehicle is unattended.
If you must leave valuables in your motor vehicle keep them out of sight.
For maximum protection, an engine immobiliser that meets Australian Standard 4601:1999 provides the most effective deterrent to opportunistic vehicle theft. However, it offers no protection if a thief has easy access to your car keys.

Have any information for police? Please contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form. Or report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Join the Guided Ride at the Woolloongabba Bikeway in Annerley

Have you tried cycling at the newly-completed Woolloongabba Bikeway in Annerley? If you’re experiencing some navigation challenges at this fairly new route, Cycling Brisbane is hosting a Woolloongabba Ride ‘n’ Guide to help riders overcome their difficulties and familiarise themselves with the route.

The Woolloongabba Ride ‘n’ Guide will take place for two days and at no cost to the participants. Open for riders above 18 years old, you’ll learn some safety and easy riding tips from friendly and capable biking instructors.

If you’re interested to join, take note of these schedules below.

DATE	TIME
Thursday, 10 Oct 2019	7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.	Booking Required
Wednesday,16 Oct 2019	6:30 a.m. to 7:30am includes a complimentary breakfast to commemorate National Ride 2 Work Day*	Booking Required

All you need to bring to the Woolloongabba Ride ‘n’ Guide are your bike and helmet. Converge with the rest of the participants at The Common Park in Cambridge Street a few minutes before the ride starts or be at the Woolloongabba Rotary Park for the other pick-up route by 7:00 a.m.

The Woolloongabba Bikeway was built to encourage East Brisbane residents to consider a healthier and eco-friendlier activity. The dedicated route provides faster and safer access for cyclists to get to work, school and back to their homes without any traffic incident.

Stretching in both directions from Stanley Street between Ipswich Road and Dock street, and from Annerley Road between Gladstone Road and Stanley Street, the Woolloongabba Bikeway also links to other cycling networks around Brisbane.

#ClimateStrikeNight Highlights Concerns on Global Climate Crisis

Photo Credit: NiklasPntk/Pixabay

#ClimateStrikeNight is all set to happen on Sept. 20 in a bid to demand action on the global climate crisis. This event will bring together the private sector, civil society, local authorities and other organizations like StopAdani Annerley.

“Our Government should be helping to move our economy and society beyond fossil fuels to 100% clean energy for all, but instead they are helping billionaire companies open the floodgates to new coal, oil and gas projects,” said StopAdani Annerley.

With strikes to occur in 100 sites in Australia and 120 countries worldwide, this massive moment for climate action will take place three days before world leaders meet in New York for the UN Emergency Climate Summit 2019. Earlier this year, an estimated 150,000 people took part in the march in Australia, part of around a 1.5-million strong force that took part worldwide.

The goal of this cause is to the call for the fair and just transition of the economy and society away from damaging fossil fuels towards clean, safe renewable energy for all. By participating in the Strike Night, you will find out how you can help in your own ways. For schedule and details, please click here.

New Principal Appointed to Lead New Inner City South School in Dutton Park

A former principal of Bray Park State High will be at the helm of the new Inner City South State Secondary College in Dutton Park, the first to be built in the inner south in six decades.

Kirsten Ferdinands has been selected as principal of the new Dutton Park school, Education Minister Grace Grace and Member for South Brisbane Jackie Trad said in a joint announcement on 2 September.

It was a huge honour to be given the opportunity to lead the new school, Ms Ferdinands said. She added that the school’s vision is to “create a high-profile, signature state school where high-quality education is delivered in a positive and inclusive 21st-century learning environment.”

Prior to her new appointment, Ms Ferdinands was the principal of Bray Park State High, which was awarded “State School of the Year” in 2017. She is also serving as Secretary of Queensland Secondary Principal’s Association

“I have every faith that Kirsten will do a wonderful job in steering this $130 million high school – the first one to be built in the inner south in almost 60 years,” Ms Grace said.

“She brings plenty of experience to the table, working for the Department of Education for 30 years as a teacher, head of curriculum, deputy principal and principal across the state.

“Most recently, Kirsten has been working out of the Department’s North Coast office in North Lakes, supporting the development of the new secondary school at Mango Hill.

Ms Trad said she believes Ms Ferdinands is the right person to build the school’s culture and ethos from scratch and that she will create a vibrant learning environment to the students.

Video Credit: Queensland Department of Education / YouTube

The contract to build the new Inner City South State Secondary College will soon be awarded, Ms Trad said, as demolition works on Gladstone Road have already started and Denbigh Street closed to make way for the construction.

Construction of Stage One is expected to be completed in time for foundation Year 7 students to commence in Term 1, 2021. The school will grow a year level each year, offering Year 7 to Year 12, through 2026.

Annerley Community Bookshop Donates Books and Fit-Outs to Braille House Shop

Photo Credit: Braille House/Facebook

The Annerley Community Bookshop may have closed its doors in July 2019 after more than two decades of operating, but its final chapter has a happy ending.

The community bookshop handed out its books and fit-outs to Braille House, a voluntary association of people specialising in tactual literacy to all states of Australia. The charity will be allowed to open their own bookshop with the same commitment to the community.

Braille House Shop, which is what the new bookshop will be called, officially opened its doors to the public on 17 August 2019 at the Braille House location at 507 Ipswich Road Annerley.

The new bookshop, which is just a block from the old Annerley Community Bookshop, has a lot of bargain books and bay windows to relax in. Aside from a large range of books donated from the Annerley Community, it will have books donated and transcribed into Braille.

According to Annerley Community Bookshop’s volunteer Paul Hodges, it had to close because of rising operating costs and time-poor people. In 2017, it even launched a Go Fund Me appeal for additional funds that will be used to pay the rent and get the bookshop on its feet again.

Meanwhile, if you want to check out the remaining books at the Annerley Community Bookshop, visit the Braille House Shop on weekdays, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and on Saturdays, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.