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Our Moreton Bay air conditioning team can quickly attend to all of your air conditioning needs. Give us a call for a fast responsive service.

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Find Trusted and Local Mechanics in Kallangur

Whether your car is making a strange noise or you just need an oil change, we can help. Find trusted and local mechanics in Kallangur who can do the job for you, quickly and reliably. Many of these mechanics also offer vehicle inspections and log book servicing, ensuring that your manufacturer's warranty remains intact.

When your car needs maintenance or repairs, you want to find a mechanic that is trusted and reliable. You can start by asking friends and family for recommendations, or searching online. Once you have a few suggestions, you can compare them to see which one has the best reviews. To know more about Emergency Mechanical Repairs Kallangur, visit the Murrumba Auto Care website or call or call (07)32854440.

Mobile mechanics in Kallangur are often available for vehicle inspections. These can help you decide whether to buy a used or new car, and also give you peace of mind that the vehicle is in good condition. They can also perform routine maintenance on your car.

Located in the Moreton Bay Region, Kallangur is north of Brisbane. It was named after the local Aboriginal word ‘kalangoor’, meaning “a pleasing or satisfactory place”. The suburb grew along Gympie Road (now Old Gympie Road) which was a former route for Cobb & Co coaches from Brisbane to Redcliffe peninsula. The area was primarily agricultural until the 1930s when residential development increased as a result of the Hornibrook Bridge being built.

If you’re in the Kallangur area and have a car emergency, don’t hesitate to get in touch with them. They’re available 24/7 to respond to your calls and provide prompt and effective service. Their team of professional auto mechanics and auto electricians are well equipped with outstanding solutions to meet your needs. They have a wide range of services to offer, including repairing faulty exhausts, brakes, and tyres. They also have mobile diagnostics to help you assess the condition of your vehicle and make decisions about what services are needed.

In addition, their Northside mobile mechanics can perform vehicle inspections to give you peace of mind when buying a new car. You can even book a service with them online, saving you time and money!

Dog Tyred is a family owned and operated car mechanic business based in Kallangur, Brisbane. They provide quality mechanical services that are affordable. They also offer log book servicing that will not affect your manufacturer warranty. They have a fully equipped workshop and are licensed to work on your vehicle.

They provide fast, reliable and trustworthy mechanical services for all makes and models of vehicles. They also offer a free quote and guarantee their work for 12 months. They specialise in mechanical, electrical and air conditioning work and are authorised service providers for all major car brands.

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If your car is sounding more like a donkey than a purring kitten, it might be time to get it serviced. With our easy online form, you can receive quotes from trusted mechanics in Kallangur and surrounding areas within minutes. All you need to do is select the date and time that works for you, and we’ll send the quotes straight to your email. Then you can sit back and relax knowing your vehicle is in good hands!

Harley is an owner-mechanic that takes pride in his work. A Kallangur local with over 20 years of experience, he loves to look after his customers and their cars. To know more about Emergency Mechanical Repairs Kallangur, visit the Murrumba Auto Care website or call or call (07)32854440.

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Disability Services in Caboolture | bocs.net.au

Developing community attitudes that encourage and support valued roles for people with disability within the Moreton Bay region. This is essential to ensuring that people with disabilities can participate fully in the social, civic and economic life of the community.

Access potential was highly variable, particularly for allied health services. Some hotspots of poor access were identified in northern and western areas.

Insight Disability’s Learning Centre at Morayfield

Located on the North Side of Brisbane in Morayfield, Insight disability services caboolture Learning Centre is designed to be a fun, bright and nurturing space for people with an intellectual disability. It offers a wide range of services including Individual Support, Community Support and flexible respite. The centre also has a number of garden beds where herbs and vegetables are grown, which are used in cooking programs as well as as for recreation. The Tizard Learning Disability Review (TLDR) is an accessible, readable and challenging high-quality source of intelligence for those who manage, deliver and use learning disability services.

Full Support Disability Services

Full Support Disability Services is a not-for-profit disability service provider that offers high quality person-centered home and community-based support services. It enables its members to develop relationships with their peers and achieve valued roles within the community. These services are based on a member’s aspirations as outlined in their planning document.

Students with disabilities may need accommodations in order to participate in classroom activities and courses. This can include access to the syllabus, lecture materials and tests. The Office of Disability Services is available to help faculty understand their responsibilities in providing accommodations for students with disabilities.

Disability Services focuses on leadership and facilitation of equal access to academic opportunities for students with documented disabilities. In accordance with federal and state laws, the team works with each student through an interactive process to determine reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. The team will not disclose a student’s disability-related information to professors unless the student gives permission to do so each semester.

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We can help you with a wide range of home care, ndis caboolture disability services, and community care. Contact us today to find out more. We are located in Kings Circle, a short walk from the Caboolture train station and Centrelink.

Our Caboolture service has a team of committed, experienced staff who can assist you with all your home care and disability needs. We understand that everyone’s needs are unique and we will work with you to develop a plan to meet your goals.

We offer beautiful, fully self-contained private Villas that are NDIS approved Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) funded under the “Home Care Packages” option. All Villas are air-conditioned and have 24/7 onsite overnight support. We also provide a variety of other residential options, including shared and independent living homes. We are a family-owned and operated company and pride ourselves on our customer service. Whether you’re looking for early intervention or therapy services, we have what you need.

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Air Conditioning For the Moreton Bay Region

The Moreton Bay region can experience extremely sweltering temperatures through the summer. Air-con can lessen these conditions, rendering it an advisable investment in your home or business. Ducted air conditioners are a great solution, offering individual zone control, up to six zones for increased comfort, energy efficiency and more.

Installation

If you own a business in the Moreton Bay region, you realize that providing a very good space for your guests or perishable goods is imperative to staying competitive and keeping customers happy. Having a trusted ac system installed in your premises will make all of the difference between having a thriving business and one which struggles to keep profitable. Looking More visit Air-con Moreton Bay region.

At Temper Troops, we've experts who is able to provide you with ac installation for your Moreton Bay area home or office. Whether you wish to install a separate system or ducted air con, our technicians can allow you to find the correct solution for your needs. They can also give you a quote to ensure that you may get a feel for what will work best in your home or business. We'll do our best to ensure you're completely satisfied with your brand-new air conditioner. For more information or even a free quote, call us today! We anticipate hearing from you!

Maintenance

You're probably aware that regular maintenance will help your car last longer, and it's exactly the same together with your ac unit. In reality, according to the Air Conditioning Institute of America (ACIA), air conditioners that get proper maintenance will run 20% more efficiently than those who don't.

You can also think about the fact that you're likely to invest more income on repairs if your air conditioner doesn't receive regular maintenance. That's why it's important to schedule a tune-up or service before summer time season.

We provide a full array of maintenance services for residential and commercial systems throughout the Strathpine region. We provides an entire new system supply and installation, as well as routine servicing, maintenance and repairs for your existing split or ducted ac units. Call us today to request a quote. We anticipate serving your ac needs! Stay cool this summer with ac Moreton Bay region.

Repairs

Located in Thornlands, Advanced Climate Solutions is a short 15-minute drive from Redland Bay. If you're in the market for an air conditioner or refrigeration unit, there is no better place to show than we of highly trained professionals. We offer the most effective in quality, dependable service and can get one's body up and running in no time. From large scale commercial installations to small home upgrades, our dedicated ac technicians can get it done all. Contact us today to talk about your ac needs or for a free quote! The most effective part is our staff are all highly qualified and have an unmatched history of success in delivering the proper answers to the proper people.

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Sparc Electrical is the best Electrician in Moreton Bay. Based in Clontarf we offer a large range of services including; Electrical Services, Air-conditioning, New Homes and Renovations, Real Estate Maintenance, Powerpoints, Smoke alarms, Hot water, Lighting, Switchboard upgrades, Oven repairs/installation, Mains upgrades, Safety switches, TV/Phone/Data, Pool power/lighting Fault finding and repairs and more. Based in Moreton Bay we service the local and surrounding areas including; Scarborough, Redcliffe, Margate, Woody Point, Clontarf, Rothwell, North Lakes, Griffin, Murrumba Downs, Petrie, Kallangur, Dakabin, Deception Bay, Narangba and surrounds

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The Erasure of Rancho Los Amigos, and L.A.’s Public Health Care Story

At a time when societal inequity is heightened, places like Rancho Los Amigos Historic District remind us of our humanity and the importance of providing medical care to those who are most vulnerable. 

Yet, the road to health care in the United States and Greater Los Angeles is a complex story with highs and lows throughout history.

Communities have generally adapted, and our built environment evolved, in response to public needs—establishing new types of hospital facilities, zoning laws to ensure to fresh air and light access and separation of incompatible land uses, and sanitation infrastructure providing clean water and sewer systems.

Various health scares over the years have also left their physical imprint, whether it be the polio epidemic or tuberculosis (TB), both contagious and infectious diseases. The 1902 Barlow Sanatorium and Respiratory Hospital, for instance, provided patients with TB a slow recovery treatment centered on the clean, dry air of the West. Tucked in the Elysian Park neighborhood of Echo Park, Barlow continues today in its original location and historic bungalows, which are listed as an L.A. Historic-Cultural Monument (HCM). 

One of the oldest places representing local public health care is the currently endangered Rancho Los Amigos in Downey. From poor farm to a nationally renowned medical facility, Rancho’s campus tells the stories of the thousands of people who passed through their doors—people who have been traditionally marginalized and forgotten, including those with medical and mental health issues, and those who are elderly or experiencing destitution.

Today, Rancho Los Amigos (south campus) is threatened with nearly wholesale demolition, as the County seeks to fast track its effort to use portions of the site for a massive expansion of operations for the county and a Probation Headquarters. Please help us preserve this part of L.A.’s history before it is too late.

A Rarely Told Chapter 

 In Los Angeles County, the public health system traces its roots to 1878 with the opening of the first county hospital. Ten years later, the County opened a Poor Farm—later renamed Rancho Los Amigos.

The poor farm system was based on the simple idea to offer people experiencing destitution access to work, housing, and medical care. Throughout the U.S. various state and county administrations assumed this role and responsibility, especially prior to the establishment of the Social Security safeguard.

While some are unfamiliar with poor farms, there are many others for whom ‘ending up on the poor farm’ has negative connotations. One reason is that poor farms shared the County’s responsibility for treating patients with psychiatric diagnoses, something they were ill-equipped to handle. Poor farms established themselves as early examples of sustainable, self-sufficient living, with residents—then referred to “inmates”—providing the labor to run the agricultural operations, raising livestock and growing food. In many ways, poor farms were early forms of the American welfare system.

With its initial 124.4 acres of rural farmland, Rancho operated as a classic poor farm. As its medical operations and the number of people served grew, its agricultural roots and farming operation decreased. The farm became more of a convalescent hospital than a traditional county poor farm. In the early 1930s, the Poor Farm officially changed its name to Rancho Los Amigos (“ranch of the friends”).

Contagious outbreaks, now and then 

By the late 1940s and early ‘50s, the U.S. was experiencing a surge in polio outbreaks, including L.A. County. Like COVID-19, there was no known vaccine at the time for the infectious disease. Polio was also referred to as the “invisible enemy” with the virus spreading through person-to-person contact. Social distancing was employed, as were travel and commerce restrictions in hot zones.

The difference between now and then is polio primarily affected the young, children who could catch the virus and ultimately experience death or paralysis and a lifetime of crutches, wheelchair, or being placed in an iron lung (respirator allowing them to breath). During the summer season polio flared up with swimming and wading pools feared especially as transmitters for the virus. Concerned parents pressed on civic leaders to drain or fill in the pools. Today you can still find remnants of this remedy.

To address the growing epidemic Rancho adapted its focus in the mid-1940s and operation as a polio respiratory center, expanding to a northern campus and eventually becoming one of the leading post-polio respiratory centers in the world. By 1955 polio was finally addressed through a vaccine developed by Jonas Salk. Rancho would then slowly transform itself into a respected rehabilitation center.

Throughout its history, Rancho Los Amigos ebbed and flowed in terms of its operation, with a constant theme of overcrowding, expansion periods with new facilities, and evolving its focus and mission. It would grow to well over 500 acres in size and serve nearly 3,000 patients at its peak. By the late ‘40s, it was primarily operating as a hospital with minimal agricultural operations, prompting the selling off of the property.

Planned demolition of a historic district 

 By the early 1990s Rancho’s south campus was whittled down to 74 acres and effectively abandoned with most of its 100+ buildings vacant. For well over a decade, the Conservancy has been working closely with various County representatives in regards to Rancho and its future, with numerous reuse and redevelopment proposals coming and going. During this time Rancho has been listed on the California Register and determined eligible as a national historic district.

Without adequate security and maintenance Rancho has been allowed to deteriorate and buildings fall into accelerated disrepair. In recent years, contributing buildings within the historic district have been destroyed due to neglect, vandalism, and a recent spate of numerous arson fires.

The current deteriorated conditions and neglect which have occurred under the County’s stewardship are now cited by the County as a health and safety concern and justification for the proposed demolition of the historic district. Despite not planning to redevelop the entire site or impact all the remaining historic buildings, the County is planning to virtually demolish it all.

Under a new proposal by the County, the historic district would be lost; 105 structures and resources, including 61 historic buildings. Even buildings not impacted by the proposed project are planned to be removed with no meaningful alternatives, a failure by the County to adhere to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Overall, the project would retain just five contributors to the current historic district: the 1926 Administration Staff building;1930 Casa Consuelo patient; 1913 water tower; 1909-26 Power Plant building; and a Moreton Bay fig tree.

We strongly believe there is a “win-win” scenario available to the County where both preservation and new construction is possible. The opportunity exists to modify the County’s plans by pairing new construction with adaptive reuse, and a potential public-private partnership. 

Our job in preservation is to unpack and better understand our public health care past, and show how places like Rancho help make this story real and, if lost, so much more difficult to understand. If we do not stand up for the places and people that represent our public health care past and show us how we got here, we stand the risk of forgetting where we have been and how far we have come. 

Rancho Los Amigos and all it represents to our public health care past and present is deserving of a better fate than demolition. Help us convince the County that we can do better. 

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DC Ceiling Fan & LED Down Lights

DC Ceiling Fan & LED Down Lights

Bill and the family will be enjoying their new outdoor area into the summer nights with some dimmable LED down lights and DC fan installed.

LECCY Electrical & Air Conditioning are based in North Lakes servicing the Brisbane and Moreton Bay Region. Our trusted Electricians and Aircon technicians provide quality and reliable services at a reasonable price.

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A Mechanic Is Just Round The Corner

Car technician in New Town provides all sorts of services to the car owners of New Town including brake examination, engine troubleshooting, transmission problems, air bags replacement, and many more. They have their branches in all major cities including Brisbane, Coolangatta, Sunbury, Mooloolaba, and Moreton Bay. You can get a technician in New Town to repair your car if you want it repaired in the shortest time possible. In most of the cities, they have their offices within the premises of the motels. So, there is no need to go out of the premises of the motels to have your car repaired. The technicians are always ready with their help numbers and addresses so that the customers can approach them.

They offer their services at competitive rates and also do not charge for the telephone consultation. You can avail their services by just providing your vehicle details and your insurance details. Once your car is fixed, then you can contact them again for any further requirements. All the services offered by them are of high quality.

They provide services at very reasonable rates because they do not have many overhead costs. This also results in heavy saving of customers' money. You can look forward to a free quote service that is offered by them at the most convenient time of the day. They will also advise you on your next course of action after repairing your car. By availing of their services, you can save a lot of money on your repair bills.

The technicians also offer other services such as tune-up services, oil changes, tires, and other related products. Customers who require these additional services can easily make their appointments. You can also take advantage of their weekend or evening services, which are also quite good.

The New Town automobile technician is located very close to major city bus stations and shopping malls. They can be reached very quickly through their available customer service phone lines. This makes it very easy for customers to place their cars in their care. They can also take the car to their workshop for any minor repairs. However, for major repairs, you can take your car to a mechanical garage in your area.

The technicians work efficiently under pressure because they are trained to work in such conditions. They can fix almost all types of car problems such as flat tires, engine trouble, brake problem etc. There are a lot of professional services companies in the market. Therefore, you should always try to get the services of a reputable company. The best way to find a good company is by making a thorough search online. You should also ask your friends, relatives, colleagues about any good company they may have dealt with.

If you own a car in New Town and are looking for a mechanic, then you must look no further than a technician working for an established company. There are many mechanics available in the market, and you may face some difficulty finding one who can provide good quality services. It is advisable to contact a technician before moving your car to your new town. You can also find a mechanic in your area by taking help from a mechanic who you know personally.

You can also get a technician in your new town by approaching your car dealer. These dealers usually have a list of technicians who are experienced and can provide reliable services at competitive prices. It is advisable to fix a preliminary meeting with the technician prior to your first visit. You can talk about the price of services, the parts that need to be fixed and other important aspects related to car maintenance.

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New smoke detector legislation | Brisbane Electrical Experts

New smoke detector legislation | Brisbane Electrical Experts Only ohotoelectric smoke alarms are to be installed in new buildings or as replacements in existing buildings. Legislation effective as of 1st January 2017.

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New Year Offers Sunset Safari Moreton Island Tours 2020

The beauty of going for holidays lies in taking a break from the daily routine, doing all the fun stuff that you have been planning, meeting new people, seeing new places and more than anything finding a side of you that you had forgotten all about. Getting up early in the morning to enjoy a leisurely cup of tea, running down to the beach and having a beach party under the stars can be infinitely amazing and you can do all this and much more if you plan a holiday in Australia. The land which is known for its wonderful beaches, rainforests, coral reefs and sand islands is one of the best destinations for the global tourists and every year more than a million people come here to explore the bounties of nature.

Moreton Island, located within the city limits of Brisbane is one of the most beautiful sand islands and as 95 percent of it is contained within a national park you will find the place to well preserved and totally eco friendly. This sand island which is popularly called the Gem of Southeast Queensland is perfect place for camping, four wheel driving, angling and whale watching. The sand dunes are perfect for tobogganing and those of you who want to infuse a dose of excitement and adventure into their life can opt for a day or two to see this hidden gem and to enjoy activities that you have been looking forward to. For a well deserved and much awaited vacation in Moreton Island just checkout the Moreton Island Travel Packages offered by Sunset Safari, one of the most well known name in the tourism circuit. All their tour packages are eco friendly and are well affordable. You can opt for their day tour, can take one day package or can go for the two day explorer tour to see this place with all its scenic sites and explore the water world which is gorgeous to say the least. For the visitors the fun starts with a cruise in a luxury MiCat ferry across the stunning Moreton Bay. The ferry ride gets all the more enjoyable for the visitors as there is a well stocked up bar and cafe and it would be the perfect time to know your fellow travellers and enjoy the view from the air conditioned comforts.

To travel across this sandy island in comfort and style, Moreton Island Activities Australia has 4 WD coaches which will take you to the romantic Honeymoon Bay, North Point and also to show you the museum and Cape Moreton Lighthouse from where you can watch turtles, dolphins, sharks and Manta Rays along with whales which are seen during the season. You can swim in the breathtakingly beautiful Blue Lagoon Lake, champagne pools but the real action starts near the Tangalooma shipwreck site which is perfect for snorkelling tour. Armed with the best quality snorkelling gear provided for by the tour operators you can go down to explore the amazing water world. The night kayaking at the vey place would be once in a life time affair and even though it’s a paid for activity, no one give it a miss. The visitors are taken in transparent glass boats with LED lights and against the darkness of the night the entire place looks absolutely awesome. Then there are campfires, beach parties and instead of the resort you can opt for glamping which will let you experience the beauty of staying outdoors and yet have all the facilities of a hotel room. So plan a trip to this beautiful sand island and with Sunset Safari you are going to have an experience that is going to be totally unforgettable and absolutely amazing.

For more details about Moreton Island Tours just move on www.sunsetsafaris.com.au

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Air Conditioning Mechanic and Service Supervisor - Add Staff - Moreton Bay QLD

Air Conditioning Mechanic and Service Supervisor – Add Staff – Moreton Bay QLD

Moreton Bay QLD

Permanent

Our client is an established service provider offering a full range of air conditioning services to residential and commercial clients across Brisbane. This is a professional and stable business who pride themselves on their outstanding customer service, quality workmanship and positive work environment.

Based in Brisbane’s Northern suburbs, the company have…

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Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge Spa & Vineyard

A: 564 Clear Mountain Road, CLEAR MOUNTAIN T: 0732985100

While dining in our award winning Lookout Restaurant, take in the panoramic views of the Glass House Mountains, Moreton Bay and the lights of the Brisbane CBD. Relax in one of our 53 air-conditioned rooms or indulge yourself in a Massage or Beauty treatment in the Sanctuary Day Spa, 25m pool, Tennis, Gym or for the corporate we have Eight fully equipped conference rooms. 40 mins from Brisbane CBD.

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From Ireland to the Bond Institute of Health and Sport

University of Limerick Sports and Exercise Science students Sinead O’Reilly and Ethan O’Brien chose to complete their internship at the Bond Institute of Health and Sport. Wrapping up their six-month Gold Coast experience, the pair share their journey from Ireland to Bond. 

Where it all started...

In October 2017, we, as students of Sports and Exercise Science in the University of Limerick, began applying to intern programs across the globe.  This is a compulsory component of our degree in order to give students some experience in fields they may pursue in the future and takes place in the second semester of third year lasting 6-8 months. There is a number of internship programs available to us varying from strength and conditioning based to research based to a mixture of everything. With both of us being very keen to leave our small island and explore this diverse, extravagant plant we applied to all the intern opportunities abroad. We should mention that we knew each other from being in class together but not on personal bases before coming to Australia and so had been applying to the programs alone with the expectation of having to go alone. After interviews and phone calls, we received news from Bond that the two of us had been offered a place in the internship on the Gold Coast which would begin in January 2018. We now had each other to bounce ideas off in terms of accommodation, visas and flights which made to process so much easier.

Arriving in Australia

Sinead: Leaving home for me was nothing out of the ordinary. I had done a good bit of traveling in the past and really only spent the holidays at home since beginning Uni so I was used to being away. However ‘away from home’ in Ireland is nothing more than a five hour drive away! I was a little nervous due to the fact I didn’t really know what to expect in Australia and was interested to see how I would deal with being away from my family, friends and, most importantly, dog for 8 months with a 10 hour time difference (I still joke with my sisters that it’s like time travel and I can see the future when I call home). I flew to Istanbul and Singapore first staying there for a week with a friend from home who was on exchange at a University there so I didn’t experience too much jet lag when I arrived in Australia. When flying into the Gold Coast Airport I was lucky enough to have a window seat and it was, to me, a scorcher of a day. I remember seeing all the mountains and rainforests in the hinterland and thinking how I never expected Australia to be this green. When I stepped off the plane I was hit with a gush of hot air which at first I thought was just from the engine of the plane but quickly realised it wasn’t. I was informed it was 28 degrees yet still only 7 am. It felt so good to get some warmth on my bones and a bit of colour in my pasty white skin. I don’t do well in the cold and rain which is funny coming from someone from Ireland however after a few weeks of double the standard Irish summer temperature I was longing for a bit of cool air! For the next few days I hung out enjoying the warm water and waves the Gold Coast has to offer while I waited for Ethan to arrive.

Ethan: After three excruciatingly long flights I finally touched down on the Gold Coast. Stepping off the plane into the heat of the Australian summer felt like the beginning of a holiday to me. I was lucky to find a place to live close to Bond prior to my arrival on the Gold Coast with some very friendly Australians. Over the course of my first week here I explored the Gold Coast and its never-ending beaches. Being able to swim in the sea without a wetsuit was a luxury compared to the icy ocean back home! The initial few days were a bit of a culture shock to say the least. Being this far away from home was very new to me and adjusting to the time difference with the jet lag was difficult enough. But, before long the homesickness wore off and I settled into the nice, easy-going lifestyle of the Gold Coast.

Beginning at Bond University

After settling in and gaining our bearings our new home, it was time for us to start our placement at Bond. On our first day we got our access cards and went on a tour of Bond’s lovely campus and got to see some of its great facilities. Afterwards, we went to the Bond Institute of Health and Sport to get set up with a desk/computer and to meet all the staff and PhD students. Everyone was very friendly to us and keen to get us involved with various projects going on. We also got to meet our supervisor and discuss our goals and what we hoped to learn during our time here. Our role during our placement at Bond was research assistants. This meant we were going to aid in the writing of research papers and help out with various research projects at the Institute

Opportunities and learning at Bond

Over the past six months we have both assisted and participated in many learning opportunities in a wide range of areas. One of our main projects while we have been at Bond has been acting as research assistants for one of the PhD students which involved collecting data and organising sessions with women AFL players. The study involves measuring many physiological and fitness components of women AFL players in order to determine if there factors which are consistent among elite players, if there is a certain ‘body type’ within positions and if any of these measurements link to injury status in the next few months. Assisting with this study allowed us to develop our organisational skills, perform tests in areas of flexibility, strength and speed while also getting to work with teams from elite level to recreational.

With strength and conditioning being an area of big interest for both of us, we decided to do the ASCA level 1 course in March as recommended by our supervisor. This course gave us a new insight into strength and conditioning and also reinforced knowledge we had learned in class back home. From here, in order to receive our qualification, we observed and assisted a number of strength and condition coaches in sports such as rugby and swimming.

Another key project we participated in was the research and writing of a systematic review. Started by the Interns from last year, we continued the research process and completed the writing of a systematic review on the effects of resistance training of hand tremor. Although this process was at times tedious we are proud that we finally finished it and will now be included in a published paper.

As part of our internship we attended weekly meetings with the Sports Science master students and discussed topics such as ‘talent identification’, ��research procedures’, ‘best practice in Sports Science’ ‘data collection, analysis and presentation’ ‘ women in sport’ and ‘planning/decision making’. Guest speakers who were experts in the topic of that meeting attended and discussed with us their experience around the topic in sport. We learned a lot in these meeting that will help us with our final year projects next year when we return to Ireland.

From attending the above meetings we got the opportunity to use the GPS units within several sports at Bond including AFL, rugby and wakeboarding. With the GPS units being new and no one knowing how to work them we acted as trail researchers and assisted the Tech guy to smooth out any problems with them. Analysing the GPS data was really interesting as we saw links between how the distance covered and max speed ect. This data was then given to coaches in order to manage player load.

Aside from all the projects mentioned above we also got to participate in workshops, attend PhD confirmations, test athletes at the NRL TID day and observe the Irish men’s rugby team strength and conditioning sessions before their game in Brisbane which made Sinead very happy!

Travelling around Australia

During our free time we wanted to see and experience as much of Australia as we could. Over the last few months we have met people from all over Australia and the rest of the world, we’ve travelled far and near and we’ve experienced many aspects of Australian culture.

Although we’ve only being on the Gold Coast for a brief six months it feels like a new home to both of us. On our days off we would do day-trips to many of the beautiful national parks, mountains and waterfalls surrounding the Gold coast. Other times we drove up and down the coast to some other great spots such as Byron Bay and Moreton Island. For some of our bigger trips we flew to Sydney and Melbourne and spent a few days exploring the cities and all the great places each had to offer. The highlight of our travels so far would have to been the Great Ocean Road. Over the course of one weekend, we rented out a van with a couple of our friends and we road tripped along the Great Ocean Road. We saw some of the most impressive beaches, cliffs and locations that we’ve ever seen before. It was a once in a lifetime experience to say the least.

We were also very lucky to be in town for this year’s Commonwealth Games. Getting to watch the build-up and excitement before the Game and then to be able to experience the Comm Games in full flow amazing. We got tickets to see several of the events including the athletics, the women’s rugby and the triathlon. The atmosphere and the craic we had at each event was unforgettable.

On top of all the places we’ve visited around Gold Coast and Australia we’ve also had enjoyed great experiences here. Whether it be surfing in Burleigh, trying out acai bowls (never heard of them until we came here!) or just hanging out with our newfound friends. More recently we got to watch the Irish men’s rugby team play Australia in Brisbane. Sadly we lost but being surrounded by so many green jerseys made us feel as if we were at home.

All in all, we’ve had an unbelievable time here in Australia and working at Bond. We’ve gained some invaluable knowledge and work experience here at Bond as well as some great friends and life experiences.

Written by Sinead O’Reilly and Ethan O’Brien 

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St Helena Island in Moreton Bay contains evidence of both Aboriginal use and a number of structures of stone, brick and timber associated with the operation of a quarantine station and a prison during the period 1865 to 1933. The name of the island recalls an incident in 1828 regarding an Aborigine nick-named Napoleon for his resemblance to the French general who was exiled on the island of St Helena. 'Napoleon', whose real name was Nugoon, stole an axe from the government stores at Dunwich and was 'exiled' by the authorities on one of the Green Islands, however, he constructed a canoe from materials on the island and returned to Dunwich within days. For many years the name of the island alternated between St Helena and Nugoon, however it was the former which gained official recognition. During the 1840s and '50s the island was a base for the hunting and processing of dugong for meat and oil, which was valued for medicinal purposes. For some time this business was highly profitable, however due to mismanagement and diminishing supplies of dugong it eventually failed. In 1865 when a quarantine station was planned, the vegetation of the island was divided between mangrove swamp, scrub land and grass flats. Its isolation made it ideal as a location for a quarantine station. Buildings were designed by Charles Tiffin, Colonial Architect, and construction work commenced in 1865 using labour from the prison hulk 'Proserpine', moored at the mouth of the Brisbane River. The first structure completed was a lock-up for the prisoners working on the island. Work proceeded slowly and by 1867 overcrowding in Brisbane prisons had increased to such an extent that it was decided to convert the proposed quarantine station into a prison and to retain the existing quarantine facilities at Dunwich. Despite this, the island was apparently used for quarantine purposes during this period and at least two graves for unidentified immigrants are within the vicinity of prison burials on the eastern shore of the island. The official prison cemetery is on the southern end of the island. The first superintendent of the gaol was John McDonald, who served in this post for fifteen years, during which time he did much to establish the prison and its associated activities. The philosophy of prisoner rehabilitation was changing from the earlier ethos of punishment and isolation. The aim was to provide prisoners with a full day of constructive activity and instruction which would equip them with life skills. In addition, the financial strictures of the colony made it desirable for the prison to be as self-sufficient as possible. McDonald showed considerable initiative and perseverance in meeting these demands. Punishment for defaulting prisoners, though considered less brutal than in many prisons, was still strict and included gagging and shot drill. Flogging was reserved for extreme offences and was eventually replaced by incarceration in underground isolation cells. Under McDonald's care the prison was described by newspaper journalists as being of the highest standard with clean, healthy prisoners engaged in constructive enterprises that provided them with excellent opportunities for self improvement. The aim of self-sufficiency was reflected in the process by which new prison buildings were constructed when they were needed. Plans were prepared by several long-serving prisoners to the requirements of the Superintendent, the government architect not being employed. The materials were obtained on the island when possible. The scrub was not sufficient to meet the demand for building timber, but the island stone and the lime extracted from neighbouring coral reefs provided raw materials for many of the structures. The lime was burned in a kiln constructed on the island by 1869 using bricks and the local stone. Later, when the sugar mill was operational, the lime produced was used for settling the vegetable matter suspended in the sugar syrup. In 1868 a substantial timber barracks to house approximately 130 prisoners was completed, in addition to the buildings and jetty previously constructed for the quarantine station. A bakehouse, wash house, kitchen, punishment cells and a convalescent ward for sick prisoners were also built. On the rising ground behind these buildings, a large timber structure housed store rooms, doctors rooms, clerks rooms, quarters for twelve military personnel and one officer, and accommodation for ten warders. Also on rising ground, though separate, was a five room cottage for the superintendent in an acre of fenced land. A further area was devoted to growing maize, sugar cane and vegetables for the prison. Fifty acres were cleared with the intention of planting sugar cane. This was to be processed in a sugar refinery on site. A boat house of local stone, a coarse conglomerate, was being constructed near the landing area. It was also planned to construct a church and schoolhouse within the stockade. One of the most successful early enterprises undertaken on the island was the growing and processing of sugar. McDonald trained himself in the processes involved and the mill was considered something of a wonder in its own right. The crushing rollers were horse-driven and hand fed by the prisoners. The syrup was gravity fed into vats for boiling down and crystallisation. The final product was a fine golden coloured sugar of table quality which was used, not only by other government institutions, but was sold commercially. Both cane and sugar won many awards at the annual International Exhibition. The cane served other useful functions on the island, the trash providing fuel for the warders' fires. The chief disadvantage of the cane crop was the cover it provided for malingerers or absconding prisoners. Following Macdonald's departure in 1882, his successor, Capt. Townley, reduced the acreage on the island to provide only for the prison's needs. This crop was subsequently reduced even further, until in 1890 the prison commenced purchasing sugar from external sources. The sugar mill was converted into a laundry and a herd of dairy cattle was introduced to provide milk, butter and cheese for the prison. A low flat area on the western side of the island was used for pasturing prison animals. It had stables, cowsheds, piggeries, sheep yards and a slaughter house. The prison continued to expand until, at its peak, it could accommodate approximately 300 prisoners. Townley enforced a more rigid discipline than McDonald and the harsh conditions on the island soon earned St Helena the nicknames of the 'hell-hole of the Pacific' and 'Queensland's Inferno', although the press described it as a model prison. The shark-infested waters of Moreton Bay were a barrier to escape, although this was achieved on a few occasions. A tramline had been constructed between the prison compound and the jetty in the late 1870s to move goods and raw materials. A series of temporary lines were also laid down and relocated as required to transport everything from laundry to the nightsoil brought from the mainland and buried in trenches on the island in the 1880s. A variety of rolling stock was used over the years including a two-handed pumper vehicle similar to that used on railways. This was eventually superseded by a horse drawn tram car which operated for some thirty years. In the 1930s the tramway fell into disrepair and the rails were removed, although much of the associated earthworks remain. In 1891 five political prisoners were imprisoned on the island for their role in the Shearers' Strikes of that year. One of these, William Hamilton, was later to become Member of the Legislative Assembly for Gregory, Minister for Mines and President of the Legislative Council of Queensland. He later enjoyed reminding others that he had been incarcerated on St Helena for three years. By the early twentieth century conditions had changed once more under the superintendence of James Ryan and visitors to the island extolled its virtues at length. It was described as the 'pearl of Moreton Bay' and 'the garden of beauty'. Such descriptions aroused public interest and in 1912 a campaign was mounted by the Moreton Bay League for the closure of the prison and the conversion of the island into a place of public recreation. The Government quashed this movement by announcing plans for a new, more substantial prison on St Helena, but this did not proceed and in 1921 it was decided to close the prison and make the island a prison farm. Most of the inmates were removed to Boggo Road Gaol and those who remained were occupied with the demolition of most of the gaol's infrastructure, including fences, stockade walls, workshops and other buildings. A few buildings were retained, possibly because they continued to be of use to the farm. Much of the material removed was later re-used in other government projects. In 1933 the farm was closed down and the remaining prisoners were transferred to Boggo Road Gaol. In 1933 the island became the responsibility of Brisbane City Council whose plans for the island included golf courses, landing strips, holiday cabins and tennis courts. Of these, only a dance hall and kiosk were erected and a few trees planted to provide shelter at the picnic area near the wharf. A regular ferry service was supplied to carry people to the island, but the scheme proved uneconomic. In 1939 the Council surrendered its control of the island and a dairy farm was established once more. In 1979 the island became the first 'historic' National Park in Queensland in recognition of the significance of the island's past and those buildings which remained. The island is now an open air museum and studies have been made of the island's history and of the ruins of the prison. Conservation and reconstruction work has been carried out on the surviving buildings and interpretive signage has been installed. In 1997 the Rotary Club of Wynnum/Manly constructed a tram track between the jetty and the principal group of buildings partially following the route of the old tramline. Significance: ✓✓ Criterion A The place is important in demonstrating the evolution or pattern of Queensland’s history. St Helena Island is important in demonstrating the evolution or pattern of Queensland's history. It is the earliest attempt in Queensland at providing prison facilities which were essentially self-sufficient and aimed at providing inmates with the opportunity for self-improvement and rehabilitation. ✓✓ Criterion B The place demonstrates rare, uncommon or endangered aspects of Queensland’s cultural heritage. The remains of the settlement on St Helena Island are rare evidence for the operation of a colonial era prison. ✓✓ Criterion C The place has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of Queensland’s history. They have the potential to provide information for the manner in which the island was utilised, the range and diversity of uses during this period being well represented by the remains of structures existing there today. ✓✓ Criterion D The place is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a particular class of cultural places. St Helena Island is important in demonstrating the characteristics of a penal settlement as, despite the partial demolition of the island's buildings, much remains which demonstrates this function. ✓✓ Criterion E The place is important because of its aesthetic significance. St Helena Island is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics valued by the community. The group of ruined buildings standing against the backdrop of pasture land and interspersed with remnants of the formal gardens once present provides a strong aesthetic statement within the waters of Moreton Bay. ✓✓ Criterion H The place has a special association with the life or work of a particular person, group or organisation of importance in Queensland’s history. St Helena Island has a special association with the life of John McDonald, the first Superintendent of the prison and with the works of Charles Tiffin, government architect who designed the first buildings to be constructed on the island. The island is also associated with William Hamilton, MLA and other strike leaders who were imprisoned here as a consequence of their roles in the Shearers' Strike of 1891. Source: Queensland Heritage Register.https://flic.kr/p/SzMmnN