AROUND PALM BEACH JULY 2021 - Wsimg.com
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
AROUND PALM BEACH
JULY 2021
COUNCIL RECHECKING SAND HEIGHT IN FRONT OF PRINCESS PALM
Using a satellite linked sensor, sand heights are measured regularly along the
entire beach front.
SURF CARNIVAL HELD OVER SEVERAL DAYS
Residents had several days of horn blasts a the surfers competed out the front of our building.
FISHERMEN CREATE THEIR OWN BRIDGE ACROSS TO THE BRIDGE PYLON
Smaller stones have been stripped from the bank to create a bridge across to the pylon.... only visible at low
tide. [ This has caused quite a surprise for some kayaks and canoes using the area at high tide when the
stones are not visible just under the surface.
1
BUSH STONE CURLEWS NESTING AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS
When you come out of PP and pull up to turn right, look at
90 degrees and you might just see two Bush Stone Curlews
nesting next to the pedestrian walkway and traffic lights.
They have been known to be quite aggressive at certain
times of year, taking walkers by surprise as they attempt to
cross the highway.
A wide wing display is one way in which Bush Stone-
curlews try to distract potential predators away from their
nests. [Photo by Scott O’Keeffe, from the internet].
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANT/ TAKE AWAY
There are about half a dozen Chinese restaurants in Palm Beach. Chinese Smorgasbord Restaurant is highly
recommended by residents at Princess Palm. It also has an incredibly extensive menu.
It is the last shop down 8th Ave Palm Beach. T: 5534 2388
Lunch Mon to Sat 11.30 to 2.30 Dinner 7 nights 4.30 to 9pm
MANGROVE RESERVE
A sign has appeared alongside the walkway extolling the benefits of mangroves to the environment.
And a rotting plank has been replaced. They missed another one which has serious signs of rot about 50m
further along....but only noticeable when you stand on it.
2
PALM BEACH HAIRDRESSER BANS PATRONS WHO HAVE BEEN VACCINATED
News outlets reported the unusual case of a hairdresser who has banned patrons who have been vaccinated.
The report from 9News:
“ When contacted by 9News, the salon's owner, Yazmina Adler, claimed she had heard
of women contracting side effects without having received the vaccine. "I guess a lot of
people would question that and I think it's like anything, it's like the disease or the virus
at the moment – it's spreading somehow and somehow women are reporting side effects
when they haven't had the shot," Ms Adler told 9News.
There are no verified reports that match Ms Adler's claims.”
DRAIN OUTLET AT THE ESTUARY
The old circular pipe outlet was replaced some time ago
with a new culvert with new stone embankments to
prevent erosion. Not visible now is the non-return valve
which was installed after flooding rains some years ago,
when water came back up the pipes (including to the drain
at our roundabout.)
3
If you look carefully you can see the waterproof lining
that has been placed under the rocks (left and below
right).
GOLD COAST RENTAL REAL ESTATE RATES
Rent prices for houses has soared by 32 percent on the Gold Coast and 14 percent for units over the past year,
according to data from SQM Research. Agents are receiving more than 20 applications per property as weekly
rents skyrocket.
An influx of cashed-up professionals from Sydney and Melbourne have squeezed the local market, according to
tenants and agents, as the mass exodus from Australia's biggest cities continues.
WATER PIPES MARKED OUT ON THE LAWN AT THE PARK
The Council continues to improve the watering system at the park, with these marks appearing on the grass in
early June in preparation for further work.
4
KEEPING THE PARK LOOKING GOOD
The Council regularly spreads fertiliser on the lawn near the Dune Café (left) ...... and the paths are swept
using brooms, leaf blowers (as below) or machines.
MOTHERS AND BABIES GATHER IN THE PARK
The park is becoming increasing popular for gatherings. Recently About 20 mothers and new babies gathered
one morning for a get together. It was a traffic jam of prams!
5
ANOTHER PET GOES MISSING AND ANOTHER BIG REWARD
A trend is developing. Last month we had posters offering a $1,000 reward
for the return of their pet dog. This month we have seen the effect of
market inflation, with the offer of $5,000 for the return of a pet cat. Next
month will it be a $15,000 reward for the return of their pet hamster.....?!
[ Also --- So now we know which of these pet owners love their pet the
most!]
CURRUMBIN STATE SCHOOL CONTINUES TO EXPAND BOATING OPTIONS
We have often seen all kinds of water craft from the nearby school using the estuary. A group of students were
really enjoying themselves in five motor boats. Now that is a school you want to attend....
DON’T OVERSTAY PARKING AT FOURTH AVE COLES
If you haven’t ever read the sign at the entrance to the carpark at Coles on Fourth Ave you should. The
Parking Fee is a hefty $77 (!!) if you stay longer than three hours. And there is a parking inspector that roams
the carpark on occasion.
6
AMAZING SUNRISES AND SUNSETS NEVER FAIL TO IMPRESS
7
AMAZING NUMBER OF BRUSH TURKEYS
I had to wend my way through 20 birds milling across the
pathway in the bush walk. They showed no fear of my presence.
It is great to see how well they have bred in the last year or so.
LIGHT RAIL CONTROVERSY
The disquiet continues over the proposed light rail being planned
to go down the centre of the Gold Coast Highway at Palm Beach.
All parking on the Gold Coast Hwy will be eliminated, and side
streets will become 3 hour parking. And highway businesses are
often destroyed during construction because customers cannot
access them.
The shown notice (left) appeared in our letterboxes demanding
that the State Government Transport Minister attend a public
meeting to answer questions.
NEW ROLLER DOOR FOR SURF RESCUE STORAGE BUILDING
A new roller door was installed to the estuary end of
the building, where the new ramp was installed so
that the Surf Rescue guys can launch their boats
and surf skis directly into the water.
8
ELECTRIC UNICYCLE
This incredible device came sailing past me at 30kmh! Despite looking like he
was in contact with aliens, he was a very likeable guy, here on holiday with his
wife.
He has owned the electric unicycle for two and half years – so an early adopter!
It cost about $2500, and is capable of a range of 100kms. It has a top speed of
50kmh! It takes about an hour and a half to master it, and comes with a blue
tooth connection to your phone and earpiece. It has a very low centre of gravity
with the motor inside the rim of the wheel. I handled it and you cannot tip it
forward or backwards – the trick is keeping it upright as it does tilt to the left and
right. You steer by shifting your weight.
At 67 the rider is still very active, and just maybe he is in contact with aliens via
all the antennas on his helmet!
DISREGARDING ‘NO DOGS’ SIGNAGE
Dog owners are getting more and more blatant in their disregard for the No Dogs signage. They are now
regularly seen walking along the pathway through the bush reserve. At least the dogs are still on a lead, which
they often are not in the No Dog area of the mangrove reserve or of course along the length of Palm Beach.
Right: note the No Dogs sign in the background
9
You can also read
