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JILALAN GIRRAWEEN NATIONAL PARK, 1st to 4th Oct Long Weekend Monthly Magazine of The BRISBANE CATHOLIC BUSHWALKING CLUB ISSUE No 612 ISSN: 1836-3121 SEPTEMBER 2021
DATE DAY DESCRIPTION LEADER PHONE TYPE GRADE
21 Wed Western Ck #1 Greg Stroll
24 Sat Roses Circuit (Dularcha NP) Sue W DW
28 Wed Albion to The Valley or Roma St Greg Stroll
31 Sat Mt Huntley Mike W O/N
AUGUST
04 Wed Virtual Stroll #1 – Your Local Parks Greg Stroll
11 Wed Virtual Stroll #2 – Visit Your Local Parks Greg Stroll
15 Sun Brisbane Planetarium Greg Social
18 Wed Virtual Stroll #3 Greg Stroll
20 Fri JTS – Story Bridge Hotel Karen Social
25 Wed Tarragindi Bach Streets Greg Stroll
28 Sat Lake Manchester Circuit Khaleel DW
29 Sun Montville Retail Therapy Greg Social
SEPTEMBER
01 Wed Coffee Night – Newmarket Hotel Russ Social
04 Sat Camp Mountain to Bellbird Grove Pat DW
08 Wed Cubberla Ck #2 –Moggill Rd to Lone Pine Greg Stroll
08 Wed Toohey Forest Wildflowers Phil DW
10-18 Week Yarraman to Kilkivan Rail Trail Jan N BC
11 Sat Enoggera Ck from halfway to Jolley’s Lookout Iain 0401 429 085 DW S56
15 Wed Jindalee Ck Wendy 3379 4067 Stroll S11
17 Fri JTS – Bitter Suite Karen 0417 718 591 Social
18 Sat Mt Mitchell Rusty 0437 185 902 DW M22
18-19 W/E Sundown National Park Matthew 0438 720 235 BC XL66
20 Mon Monthly Meeting Cath 0428 755 100 Meeting
21 Tue Chez Nous Greg 3351 4092 Social
22 Wed Zillman Waterholes Ck #2 Greg 3351 4029 Stroll S11
25 Sat Noosa Trails (No 4) Terry 3355 9765 DW M33
26 Sun Kate Quinlan Lunch Meringandan Pub Greg 3351 4092 Social
29 Wed Moolabin Ck Greg 3351 4092 Stroll M11
OCTOBER
01-04 W/E Girraween Khaleel 0413 314 443 BC Various
06 Wed Coffee Night - La Stazione at The Gabba Russ 0427 743 534 Social
07 Thu Garden City to Carindale (Bulimba Ck) Greg 3351 4092 DW L12
10 Sun Spicers Gap Pat 3366 1956 DW M33
13 Wed Bullock Head Ck Greg 3351 4092 Stroll M11
15 Fri JTS The Caxton Hotel Karen 0417 718 591 Social
16 Sat Mt Ninderry & Mt Coolum Michele J 0414 635 542 DW S44
17 Sun GOMA – European Masters (Last Day) Greg 0418 122 995 Social
18 Mon Monthly Meeting Cath 0428 755 100 Meeting
18-22 M-F Noose River Canoe Trip Cath W 0428 755 100 BC S22
20 Wed Kippa Ring to Petrie Joe 3351 4493 Stroll M11
23 Sat Mt Tamborine Michele E 3351 4092 DW S22
27 Wed Mt Gravatt Summit Greg 3351 4092 Stroll M33
29 Fri Ekka Public Holiday
NOVEMBER
03 Wed Coffee Night Russ 0427 743 534 Social
04 Thu Mt Glorious Tracks Needed DW Easy
06 Sat Booloomba Falls Michele J 0414 635 542 DW Medium
10 Wed Keperra Hill Greg 3351 4092 Stroll
13 Sat Illinbah Cct Needed DW Hard
14 Sun Lone Pine Greg 3351 4092 Social
15 Mon Monthly Meeting Cath 0428 755 100 Meeting
17 Wed Ashgrove Easements Greg 3351 4092 Stroll
19 Fri JTS – The Brewhouse Karen 0417 718 591 Social
20 Sat Annual Retreat Michele 3351 4092
21 Sun Warrie Cct Phil 0416 650 160 DW M34
27 Sat Dave’s Creek Circuit Needed DW Easy
DECEMBER
01 Wed Broadwater to Southport Spit Phil 0416 650 160 DW M12
04 Sat Blue Pool Richard J 0409 871 641 DW Medium
11 Sat Christmas Party Greg 3351 4092 Social
17 Fri JTS – Merthyr Bowls Club Karen 0417 718 591 Social
18 Sat Northbrook Gorge Khaleel 0413 314 443
22 Wed Mt Coot-tha to Moggill Rd – North of Fway Greg 3351 4092 Stroll
The Calendar is subject to change without notice.
WARNING: All persons, adult or child, member or visitor, undertakes all activities of the Club at their own risk
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KEY – Walk Types
DW Day Walk BC Base Camp
ON Over Nighter CW City Walk
TW Through Walk SOC/SW Social/Social Walk
TRN Training SP Spiritual Event
FMR Federation Mountain Rescue S&T Safety & Training
KEY – Walk Gradings
Distance Terrain Fitness/Endurance
Short Under 1 - Smooth reasonably flat path 1 - Basic - Suitable for beginners. Up to 4
10km / day hours walking. Flat
2 - Graded path/track with minor obstacles 2 - Basic - Suitable for beginners. Up to 4
hours walking. Minor Hills
Medium 10- 3 - Graded track with obstacles such as 3 - Intermediate - Suitable for fit beginners.
15km / day rock, roots, fallen debris or creek crossings Up to 5 hours walking and/or minor hills
4 - Rough unformed track or open terrain 4 - Intermediate - Suitable for fit beginners.
with obstacles such as rock, roots, fallen Up to 5 hours walking and/or up to 300m
debris or creek crossings gain/loss
Long 15-20 5 - Rough or rocky terrain with small climbs 5 - Moderate - Up to 6 hours walking and/ or
km per day using hands or rock hopping up to 450m gain/loss. Agility required
6 - Steep, rough or rocky terrain with large 6 - Moderate - Up to 6 hours walking and/or
climbs using hands or rock hopping up to 600m gain/loss. Agility required
Extra Long 7 - Climb/descend steep rock using hands 7 - High - Up to 8 hours walking and/or up to
Over 20 km or footholds. May be some exposure. Good 750m gain/loss. High fitness. Endurance
per day upper body strength and agility required
8 - Climb/descend near vertical rock with 8 - High - Up to 8 hours walking and/or up to
exposure. Climbing skills may be required 1000m gain/loss. High fitness. Endurance
and agility required
9 - Sustained climbing or descending of 9 - Challenging - Up to 12 hours walking
vertical or near vertical rock with exposure. and/or over 1000m gain/loss. Very high
Advanced climbing skills required. Good fitness. Endurance and agility required
upper body strength
Example: M48 is a Medium distance walk 10 to 15km long, over unformed rough ground with
obstacles, in which the trip is hard or strenuous for fit walkers requiring agility and endurance.
PRAYER OF THE MONTH
Come, Holy Spirit of Pentecost.
Come, Holy Spirit of the great South Land.
O God, bless and unite all your people in Australia and guide us on the pilgrim way of the Plenary
Council.
Give us the grace to see your face in one another
and to recognise Jesus,
our companion on the road.
Give us the courage to tell our stories
and to speak boldly of your truth.
Give us ears to listen humbly to each other
and a discerning heart to hear what you are saying.
Lead your Church into a hope-filled future,
that we may live the joy of the Gospel.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord,
bread for the journey from age to age. Amen.
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OUR COVID-19 POLICY
• At any Club gathering, maintain your distance - 1.5m minimum between people.
• No physical contact between people.
• No handshaking.
• No sharing of anything – water, hats, gear, equipment, food, lollies, biscuits – nothing where you
put your hand in to take something out.
• Carry hand sanitiser with you.
• The Health Dept have said that car-pooling is OK, as is going by bus, to an event.
• If you are experiencing Covid symptoms, please stay away. A good proportion of our members is
in the danger age range.
• Keep up to date at: https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/
ABOUT WALKS
Trips leave from St Brigid’s Car Park at 78 Musgrave Rd, Red Hill, unless otherwise advised.
Leaders are asked to print their own Nomination Forms and to consult the Leaders’ Guide on the
Club website. https://www.bcbc.bwq.org.au/assets/nomination.pdf
If changes are made to walks (date, location, cancelation etc.) leaders are asked to advise Phil
Murray on Ph: 5522 9702.
Visitors are required to do two walks before the Committee officially declares them Club members.
Nominations for walks are needed at least 3 days in advance to allow adequate time to make suitable
arrangements such as carpooling.
MASKS
You must carry a face mask with you at all times when you leave home,
• Outdoors: you must wear a mask when unable to stay 1.5m from people who are not part of your
household.
• Indoors: you must wear a mask in indoor spaces unless you can stay 1.5m from other people.
This includes cafes, restaurants, pubs etc. unless eating or drinking, seated or standing.
LEADERS
When you get an enquiry about your walk, social or any other Club event, please obtain the full name,
address, phone numbers and especially the e-mail address. Then, please pass these onto both the
Membership Officer, Phil Murray and the Editor, Greg Endicott, so we can include these new people
in our records.
COMING EVENTS
SATURDAY 11th SEPTEMBER
ENOGGERA CREEK
(SCRUB Rd To SOURCE)
DAYWALK
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Leader: Iain Renton Ph: 3870 8082 or 0401 429 085
Meet at: St Brigid’s car park, Red Hill
Time: 6.30am
Cost: $5
Grade: S56
Distance: 9km
Height: Max: 519m; Min: 217m; Gain: 358m; Loss: 222m
Location: The Mt Nebo/Jolley’s Lookout area of the D’Aguilar Range
Web: https://www.openstreetmap.org/search?query=scrub%20rd%20nebo#map=16/-
27.4201/152.8250
Emerg Off: Kerry Mulligan Ph: 0421 022 250
The Club has already walked along much of the length of Enoggera Creek. I will be taking you right
to its source (or at least the source of one of several streams that come together at the creek’s
beginning).
We will start the walk at the junction of Mt Nebo Rd and Scrub Rd after doing a car shuffle. Scrub
Road is a fire trail that runs from Mt Nebo Rd to South Boundary Rd (another fire trail). The party will
take Scrub Rd down to Enoggera Creek which we will then walk upstream until it is no longer there.
It is dramatic country with the creek bending at twisting around interlocking spurs. In some places the
sides of the valley are steep and everything is dark and mysterious; in other places it is gentler and
more open. At one spot the creek has carved a long deep slit in the rock where it plunges down
several vertical rock faces. Here we will clamber up a steep side slope and contour around this chasm.
When I did this on a pre-outing last year, there was some scunge and lantana but it wasn’t too bad.
With the wet autumn and winter, we’ve had since then, the undergrowth may be thicker. I will be doing
another pre-outing to check it out.
Further upstream we walk through extensive groves of palm forest. At the end there will be a short
climb up to South Boundary Rd which runs along the ridgeline. We should reach this road near where
the Boombana Circuit walking track crosses it. Then it is a short walk to the cars at Jolly’s Lookout.
There will be a lot of rock hopping and clambering over boulders on this walk, so fitness and agility
are required. The walk is just under 10km long. There will also be some rock scrambling.
Join me for some really beautiful creek walking in an area the Club hasn’t walked a lot. Iain.
MONDAY 13th SEPTEMBER
BINNA BURRA LODGE
OPENING
Contact: Binna Burra Ph: Ph: 5533 3622
Meet at: Binna Burra, 1069 Binna Burra Rd, Beechmont (At the end of the road.)
Time: 10:30am to Noon.
Cost: A Free, “COVID Safe” Event.
Location: Eastern Lamington National Park
Booking: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/official-opening-of-the-bushwalkers-precinct-at-
binna-burra-tickets-167807712385
info@binnaburralodge.com.au
This event is the official opening of the Bushwalker’s Bunkhouse and the Bushwalker’s Bar.
Come celebrate with Binna Burra Lodge the emerging from the ashes of part of the Lodge. These two
buildings were not destroyed in the 2019 fires.
The event includes the refurnished Bushwalker’s Bar and Bushwalker’s Bunkhouse, the Heritage
Reading Room, plus the unveiling of the Australian Bushwalking Chronology – from 1888 to 2021
• We’ll supply complimentary scroggin (made famous at Binna Burra in decades past by Donn Groom
- "a mixture of dried fruit, nuts, and other food eaten as a snack by hikers.")
• Inside Groom’s Cottage, we’ll have the Bushwalker’s Bar open for purchases of light food and drinks
and upstairs, our neat little Heritage Reading Room will be open.
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• This will be a COVID-safe event, pre-register your attendance – Ph: 5533 3622 OR book as above
at Eventbrite
TUESDAY 14th SEPTEMBER
AUSTRALIAN READING HOUR
SOUL FOOD
https://australiareads.org.au/australian-reading-hour/
Get Involved in
Join us on Tuesday 14 September to celebrate the joy of reading.
With events and activities in schools, libraries and bookshops taking place across Australia, we want
you to be part of it.
You can attend one of our events near you in person or online.
Host your own Australian Reading Hour
And if you’re feeling inspired and adventurous, why not host your own Australian
Reading Hour?
We have more than 300 Australian authors and illustrators available to participate
in live and virtual events exploring how the stories we read and write (and
recommend!) make us healthier, happier and smarter.
Talk to us about an idea you’ve got or check-out our event hosting ideas here so you can jump on
board and help make this year’s Australian Reading Hour one to remember.
To find out more you can email us a line at hello@australiareads.org.au
And you can register to host an Australian Reading Hour event here.
Stories That Matter
Australian Reading Hour celebrates the stories that matter and explores the role of storytelling in
transforming lives and shaping our sense of identity, belonging and understanding – as individuals
and as a nation.
About Australian Reading Hour
Originally launched by Australian libraries and library associations for the National Year of Reading
in 2012, the Australian Reading Hour began as an event for all Australians to set aside one hour on
one day to read – whatever they wanted, wherever they were located, and however they chose to
read.
It has since become an annual program featuring events with Australian authors, writers, poets and
illustrators in libraries, schools, bookshops, and even in shopping centres, and on public transport.
WEDNESDAY 15th SEPTEMBER
JINDALEE CREEK
STROLL
Leader: Wendy Loh Ph: 3379 4067 Different Leader
Meet at: Darra Railway Station
Time: 3.30pm
Cost: Free
Grade: S11
Location: The Centenary Estates Area
Distance: 8km @ 2½hr
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Height: Max: 41m; Min: 7m; Gain: 38m: Loss: 57m
Web: https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=15/-27.5501/152.9632
Home: Buses to Indooroopilly Shopping Town & the City
Emerg Off: Wendy Ph: 0415 327 220 New Number Bring This Number With You
Bring a torch
This is a little suburban creek that was once forgotten but now has been cleared and turned into a
lovely piece of parkland. The main part was once where the cement factory conveyor ran taking the
coral from the wharf to the works – out of bounds till the conveyor was demolished.
You will start at the Station, cross the road to the Creek and follow the bikeways all the way to
Seventeen Mile Rocks Road. In fact, the creek actually begins at Ipswich Rd, however up there it is
all underground and now in people’s backyards.
Once at Jindalee, we will try to investigate Oldfield Park, which looks overgrown. The alternative is to
follow the roads around this piece of bush, over the highway and onto the River at The Bridge.
Join me on this magical mystery tour of investigation and wonder.
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER
BITTER SUITE BAR
JOHN TOOHEY SOCIETY
Leader: Karen Franklin Ph: 0417 718 591.
Address: 75 Welsby Street, New Farm, cnr Lamington.
Time: From 4pm till 9ish.
What For: A chat, a meal and a social drink.
Web: http://bittersuite.com.au/
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995
At the start of Spring in Brisbane, there is no better place to be than outdoor near the River to
experience the lovely weather, fresh breeze and soft light. Enjoy the delights of footpath eating without
the crowds barging all around you. Thus, we are heading back to the Bitter Suite this year as we really
like it there. This restaurant is located in residential New Farm in a quite backwater and has a great
outlook.
They have great food, good wines, water, coffee/tea as well as several craft beers & ciders on tap;
but there are plenty of other varieties available in bottles. There is food available and they are always
improving their menu with their goal to provide an exceptional gastronomic experience along with
their exceptional range of beers, ciders and wines.
Merthyr Road, with a frequent bus, is nearby, and the CityCat is at the other end of New Farm Park.
If you’ve never been to a JTS this is the one to try. It is usual quiet with plenty of outdoor seating.
FRI 17th to MON 20th SEPTEMBER
SUNDOWN NATIONAL PARK
BASECAMP
Leader: Matt Palmer Ph: 0438 720 235
Meet at: 6 Emerson St Toowong
Time: Early on the Friday afternoon so we can hopefully set up camp in the light,
depends on who’s coming
Cost: $50
Grade: XL66
Location: West of Stanthorpe
Emerg Off: Kerry Mulligan Ph: 0421 022 250
Sundown National Park is an area no longer frequently visited by the club so it is a long overdue
expedition to visit an area that is unique in the greater Southeast Queensland region. Sundown has
been compared to the Flinders Ranges in its appearances, you would expect to find Sundown a
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thousand kilometres inland not one hundred and fifty. One of the best ways to explore Sundown is by
throughwalk across this arid rocky terrain.
We are most likely to head to the Southern Campground where we will spend the night before we are
up on the Saturday morning. We will follow Severn River to the McAllister Creek junction. The creek
will most likely be dry unless we get a bit of rain but there is likely to be some pools and rapids further
upstream. The first major obstacle is Split Rock Falls. We are likely to bypass this with a long ridge
travers on the right. The bypass route starts by ascending a ridge on the southern bank a few metres
below the falls. We will climb steeply on loose rocks, taking care. We then contour upstream when
the ridge starts to level out and descend back into the creek above the gorge. A short distance further
lies Double Falls, situated in a spectacular chasm of red cliffs. These are bypassed by a route high
up on the southern bank. If we still have time we will head in the direction of Mt Donaldson before
retracing our steps some way short of this.
On Sunday we will explore Blue Gorge and Ooline Creek, this is likely to be more of an exploratory
walk to see how far we are able to get as there are many cliffs and scrambling in this gorge.
There will be outstanding views and rugged scenery in an area not so frequently visited. All our
walking will be off track and there are no water points so sufficient water will be required for the two
days. Night-time temperatures are most likely to be below zero with the daytime most pleasant for
walking. As the walk is likely to be very open a broad brim hat and sun cream are recommended.
This weekend is for experienced fit walkers who are capable of difficult off-track routes. I am hoping
to stay Sunday Night and come back on Monday to give us maximum time Sunday. We will need to
allow for extra driving time as we can’t get to the park through the normal route into Tenterfield.
Contact me if you would like to nominate for the walk. Matt Palmer
SUNDAY 19th SEPTEMBER
TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY
For Childhood Cancer
FUN
Contact: Cap'n Slappy capnslappy@talklikeapirate.com
Time: All Day
Transport: Two Masted Sloop
Location: The High Seas
Web: http://talklikeapirate.com/wordpress/
https://www.talklikeapirateday.com.au/lets-get-started
Emerg Off: Pat Ph: 3844 5000 pat@ccs.org.au
International Talk Like a Pirate Day is a parodic holiday created in 1995 by John Baur
(Ol'Chumbucket) and Mark Summers (Cap'n Slappy), of Albany, Oregon, USA., who proclaimed
September 19th each year as the day when everyone in the world should talk like a pirate. An observer
of this holiday would greet friends not with "Hello, everyone!" but with "Ahoy, maties!" or "Ahoy, me
hearties!" The holiday, and its observance, springs from a romanticized view of the Golden Age of
Piracy.
CHILDHOOD CANCER CONNECTION:
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Let's Get Started: Keep It Simple
The day is all about dressing up and having fun while making a difference to the
lives of Childhood Cancer families. Talk Like a Pirate Day is a great fundraising
event for schools, childcare centres, community groups, workplaces and
individuals. We leave how you want to enjoy the day entirely up to you and give
you some handy fundraising ideas to get you started. We'll add new fundraising
ideas and fun on the day activities regularly so check the resources section for
the latest fundraising and promotional tools.
Sign Up and start a Team: Complete a short online registration. You can
participate as an individual, start a team or join a team. Sign Up Now!
Gather your crew: Invite your crew members to join your team.
Remember more team members means more FUN!
Tell everyone: Share your personal or team fundraising page through
social media asking them to donate towards your fundraising efforts.
Make sure you share it regularly as we are all busy these days and we
usually need a couple of reminders. Place a notice in the school, work
or sporting newsletter. Make posters for your event using our Poster
Templates or make your own using the Logos in our Resources
section.
Check out the Talk Like A Pirate Day Online Shop
+
We’ve got your back: We’re here as your ship's First Mate and will be with you every step of the way
to make your Talk like a Pirate Day an awesome and unforgettable experience!
Childhood Cancer Support pat@ccs.org.au Ph: 3844 5000
“The support we receive from Childhood Cancer Support has saved us in so many ways.”
“Without Childhood Cancer Support, we would be extremely stressed and in a lot of trouble financially.
It would probably push us over the edge.”
“They not only provide a fully equipped home away from home, but they also provide services like a
shuttle bus to and from the hospital, free groceries, counselling services and family activities. They
also connect you with other families who are going through the same experience.” “Knowing we have
somewhere to stay while Rosie finished her treatment is a huge relief. We are so grateful for the
support from Childhood Cancer Support.”
The Story of Childhood Cancer Support: Childhood Cancer Support was formed in 1975 when a
group of desperate parents, with children being treated for leukaemia and cancer, met to discuss
ways of helping each other and their children. Childhood cancers are distinctly different from their
adult forms and, recognising this, these visionaries identified the need to help children that had been
diagnosed, and their families.
Today, Childhood Cancer Support provides emotional and financial support to regional families
through accommodation and a range of support services. The charity is committed to making life
easier for families impacted by childhood cancer.
SATURDAY 18th SEPTEMBER
Mt MITCHELL
DAYWALK
Leader: Russell Jones Ph: 0437 185 902
Meet at: St Bridget’s Red Hill
Time: 7am
Cost: $20
Distance: 11km @ 4hr walking, not counting lunch at the top
Grade: M22
Web: https://www.aussiebushwalking.com/qld/se-qld/main-range-np/mt-mitchell
Location: Cunningham’s Gap, southwest of Brisbane
Emerg Off: Jess Jones Ph: 0467 470 819
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Come along and complete the pigeon pair which was started in June – climb the other portal of
Cunningham’s Gap.
Mt Mitchell is part of the Main Range National Park, on the left side of Cunningham’s Gap. It is a
relatively easy walk, along a good, graded track to the summit.
The track starts out at the saddle carpark, passing through lush deep green rainforest, after which the
track climb and turns, commencing the eucalypt forest section. The middle section is quite overgrown,
so I recommend wearing long pants. You will be waking in and out of rainforest along the way to the
top. Towards the top, the track gets a bit airy for a very small section on a bend. The top third of the
walk is beautiful with amazing, well-deserved views.
Please bring two litres of water and the usual day walk essentials. Hold a party on top by bringing
“special” food items. Try to spot the resident echidna where the eucalypt commences.
Please call Russell to nominate Ph: 0437 185 902
MONDAY 20th SEPTEMBER
MONTHLY MEETING
Contact: Cath Wood Ph 0428 755 100
Time: 7.30pm
Where: St Michael’s Parish Hall, 250 Banks St, Dorrington
The hall is in the lower carpark behind the church. Drive down the ramp at the left
Web: http://www.stmichaelsdorrington.org.au/contact-us.html
Our meetings are friendly and relaxed gatherings where members and visitors can hear about recent
and upcoming club events and ask questions about walks that interest you.
Nominations for walks are taken after the formalities and people catch up over a friendly supper. Ask
leaders about their trips and talk with our members about their experiences.
All are welcome.
TUESDAY 21st SEPTEMBER
CHEZ NOUS
A POP-UP LUNCH
NEW
Leader: Greg Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
Meet at: Café Nous, Cnr Roma & Makerston Sts, City
Location: Straight over the road from the entrance to Roma Street Station, on the corner.
The pedestrian lights lead into the door.
Time: 12 Noon or any time thereafter
Cost: $5 to $25
Web: http://cheznouscafe.com.au/#top
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995 Bring This Number With You
We have now sprung into Spring. The sun is shining, the weather is warm, the sky a deep blue, the
days are longer, the flowers are blooming, the bees a-buzzing, the birds singing, life is brimming.
Time to come out and have lunch to watch all this go by.
Chez Nous is conveniently located opposite the Roma Street Rail & Bus Stations (ground floor of the
Abbey on Roma Apartments). It is an ideal location for a catch-up with friends or just a great spot to
enjoy a cup of coffee whilst watching the hustle and bustle go by. “Good old-fashioned service, nice
coffee and excellent food that represents great value-for-money” – this is the sort of feedback they
receive from their loyal and valued customers.
The cafe provides a great variety of lunch options. Choose from the popular gourmet sandwiches or
home-style hot dishes that will guarantee to make your mouth water. So, whether you are wanting a
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Lunch options include: sandwiches & wraps, burgers, hot meals with salad served fast, salads, drinks,
juices, smoothies, and sweets. Drinks are $5 to $9, food $11 to $16.
This is our No Purpose Party just for the fun of having a midday lunch together. Come along and join
us – I shall book a table (with seats). Let me know you are coming so I can add more seats to the
table.
WEDNESDAY 22nd SEPTEMBER
ZILLMAN WATERHOLES CK #2
STROLL
Leader: Greg Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
Meet at: Maundrell Tce at Chermside West, stop 48; Stop ID: 003983; Cnr Lawrence Rd
Time: 3:30pm
Cost: Free
Grade: S11
Distance: 7.5km @ 2hr
Location: Northern Suburbs – West Chermside, Chermside, Aspley and Geebung
Web: https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=16/-27.3736/153.0308
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995 Bring This Number With You
Bring a torch
This is the second and last of the Zillman Series of Strolls. Be prepared to receive your Certificate.
You will begin up the road from Gerard Majella’s in Maundrell Tce. Here, the Creek has been piped
underground, so we will have to find the signs and symptoms of where it used to flow.
The first half of this Stroll is walking the streets; following the depressions, gullies, and tree line to
where this forgotten creek comes above ground. This is near the old K-Mart (now a Woollies) at
Webster Rd, where the party will follow it through Marchant Park and into Aspley.
At this juncture, you will see the junction with the Right Branch and go down the garden path followed
on Part #1 and onto Geebung Rail Station.
Buses to the start are: 336, 338, P343, P344, 345.
Home is the train outbound towards Petrie or inbound towards the City.
Perhaps dinner at the Geebung RSL around the corner from the Station.
Join me for this strolling Stroll.
SATURDAY 25th SEPTEMBER
NOOSA TRAIL
DAYWALK
Leader: Terry Silk Ph: 3355 9765
Meet at: St. Brigid’s Car Park, Red Hill
Time: 7.00am
Cost: $20
Grade: M33
Location: Sunshine Coast Hinterland near Pomona
Web: https://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/downloads/file/1361/noosa-trail-network-guide
https://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/downloads/file/1363/noosa-trail-network-
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Emerg. Off.: Graham Glasse Ph.: 3371 9623
This year’s walk will see us complete Trail No. 4 in reverse which we started last year. The walk will
start in Kin Kin and head towards Pomona along and beside country roads, across grass paddocks
and along bush tracks. There are numerous ups and downs including one quite steep climb of 250m
along with a 150m descent.September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 12
The walk is just over 12km in length and I recommend that you take the time to enjoy the spectacular
views and scenery and to also read the track-side informative signs about the history and nature of
the area.
We will need to do a car shuffle which will take about 45min. I trust that you will be able to join me on
one of my favourite walks in our beautiful state. Terry.
SUNDAY 26th SEPTEMBER
KATE QUINLAN COUNTRY LUNCH
SOCIAL
Leader: Greg Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
Meet at: Meringandan Hotel
Address: 30 Main Street, Meringandan
Time: 11:15am New Time
Cost: Menu Prices
Location: Just beyond the mountains west of Brisbane
Web: https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/LocationPhotoDirectLink-g255340-d1009129-
i41290887-Meringandan_Hotel-Toowoomba_Queensland.html
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995 Bring This Number With You
RSVP: Tues 21st Sept Contact me NOW to nominate
Michele and I had lunch at this pub last year and were very impressed. It may not look much on the
outside, but on the inside, it is “atmospheric”. It is a classic country pub, a lot of wood inside, country
decorations, classic bar, and a beer garden out back. It has character. And a unique owner who
comes to welcome you.
Meringandan is just north of Toowoomba – 145km near and only a 1¾hr drive from home. Take the
A2 Warrego H’way, then go on the new Toowoomba Bypass to the Boundary St (Gowrie Junction)
Exit, then take Morris Rd, Old Homebush Rd, Old Goombungee Rd and Meringandan Shirley Rd to
Main St in Meringandan. It is not all that far – we have gone further than 2hr in the past.
We may have to arrange people to get lifts rather than everyone going up in a car by themselves. It
is better if you arrange with your friends to go together, however tell me when you nominate if you
require a lift.
In keeping with tradition, this pub is near a trainline – the main Western Line, and there is a nearby
station – Gowrie Junction (however, long gone when the Junction was ripped up). Unless you are a
lump of coal, alas, a train will no longer stop for you here.
Nominate to me and see you there.September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 13
SUNDAY 26th SEPTEMBER
70th ANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRST TROLLEY BUS
And ELECTRIC VEHICLE DAY
SOCIAL
Coordinator: Brisbane Tramway Museum Ph: 3351 1776 or
info@brisbanetramwaymuseum.org
Where: Brisbane Tramway Museum, 50 Tramway St, Ferny Grove
Time: 12.30pm to 7.30pm
Cost: $15, $12 concession
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/70th-anniversary-first-trolleybus-service-expo-
of-electric-vehicles-tickets-165079026813
Web: www.brisbanetramwaymuseum.org
https://www.facebook.com/events/513723363230504/
The Brisbane Tramway Museum will be commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the first trolley bus
service to start in Brisbane with an open day and a display Electric Vehicles from small to large.
As part of this event, there will be a display of Brisbane City Council first and latest electric buses and
Brisbane Airport electric bus, as well as a cavalcade of electric vehicles will be on display in the “Expo
of Electric Vehicles” from electric scooters, electric bikes, electric mobility scooters, electric golf
buggies, electric forklifts, electric cars and an electric truck. Included will be with electric scooters and
electric bikes test rides.
There are also the usual tram rides, electric bus rides, vintage BCC bus rides.
Several local teams competing in the Great Tram Pulling Competition.
The museum will be open into the evening so you can enjoy night tram rides just like the old days.
Sausage sizzle, drinks & ice creams on sale all day.
WEDNESDAY 29th SEPTEMBER
MOOLABIN CREEK
STROLL
Leader: Greg Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
Meet at: Tarragindi Rd at Moresby Street, Stop 30c; Stop ID: 002327
Bus: 116; 121
Time: 2:45pm
Cost: Free
Grade: M11
Distance: 12km @ 3hr
Height: Max: 51m; Min: 7m; Gain: 10m; Loss: 54m Thus downhill all the way
Location: Southern Suburbs – Moorooka, Yeerongpilly, Rocklea & Tennyson
Web: https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=16/-27.5331/153.0127
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995 Bring This Number With You
Bring a torch
This is a new Stroll for us along a creek you did not even know existed. One reason is that it is buried
in pipes underground or is growing wild behind sheds in various industrial estates. No matter, we will
do our best at following it from Source to Mouth.
The first part is along bike tracks in parks, the middle bit is along suburban footpaths, and the last part
is in the industrial heartland of Rocklea. There may be some exploring, some back tracking, some
attempt at going under bridges – depends how long ago the Council did some mowing.
You shall finish at Yeerongpilly Station, so getting home is no obstacle. Come on this, rather early,
journey of joy with me.September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 14
Fri 1st to Mon 4th October
GIRRAWEEN
BASECAMP
Queen’s Birthday Long Weekend
Leader: Khaleel Petrus Ph: 0413 314 443
Meet at: Warwick McDonalds, 75 Albion St,
Time: 9:00am
Cost: Motel Stay $154pp/p3nights + Petrol cost as per club regulations
$330 for double bedroom/p3nights
Grade: Various
Location: On the NSW border between Stanthorpe and Tenterfield
Web: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/girraween
Map: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0026/155834/girraween-
map.pdf
Emerg Off: Greg Endicott Ph: 0418 122 995
Nominations: Please nominate ASAP as the numbers are limited.
Facilities:
Enjoy the spacious Family unit with a Queen size bed and 2 single beds.
Microwave, crockery & cutlery, TV with DVD, Tables & Chairs as well as reverse cycle air-con and
electric blankets included. The Aussie Beef Steakhouse within walking distance. Breakfast available,
Ceiling Fan, Courtyard, Disabled Access, Iron / Ironing Board, Self-service Laundry facilities, Linen
Provided, Non-Smoking Rooms, On-site undercover parking, Restaurant, Limited Room Service,
Tour desk, Wheelchair accessible, Wood Fire
Getting to the Campsite
Travel from Brisbane (about 2 hours) and meet in Warwick address as above at 9:00am. Then travel
another 75min to Girraween to do a short walk and drive to Stanthorpe (30min) to check in in the
motel.
Food
Be responsible for all your food (you may refer to the Facilities above for provided/available
restaurant) for the whole period of the camp.
What to bring
You will need to bring your drinks, tea/coffee/milk/alcohol/whatever you think you will need for the
walks. Bring standard day walk gear, water and food for the day walks.
Walks:
All the walks are suitable to almost all club members. The hardest bit would be about 1km of climbing
Mount Norman which requires moderate fitness. Also, going to the top of the Bald Rocks (in all walks)
will require extra care for rock hopping and avoiding slipping on some steep extensive rock surfaces.
The following pictures summarises all the walks details.
Friday 1st: The Underground Creek S22September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 15
Saturday 2nd: Mount Norman, Sphinx and Castle
Rock.
This one requires car shuffle M35
Sunday 3rd: The Pyramid, Granite Arch
and The Junction S33
Monday 4th: The Public Holiday - Wrap up camping/travel gear, check-out at 10:00am and drive
back to Brisbane.
WEDNESDAY 6th SEPTEMBER
COFFEE NIGHT
SOCIAL
Leader: Russ Nelson Ph: 0427 743 534 or russnelson52@outlook.com
Meet at: La Stazione at The Gabba, Shop 855 Stanley St, Woolloongabba
Opposite where the East Brisbane State School and the Brisbane Cricket Ground
meet in Stanley Street
Time: 6.00pm
Website: https://www.agfg.com.au/restaurant/la-stazione-at-the-gabba-79463
Emerg Off: Russ Ph: Ph: 0427 743 534
Delve into authentic dishes just like Nona makes at this rustic restaurant, where exposed brick,
distressed timber floors and trailing greenery set the scene for leisurely dining at white-clothed tablesSeptember 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 16
overlooking the hallowed turf. Kick off with an entrée of oven-baked sweet balsamic Chardonnay and
chilli prawns, served with ciabatta; before mains of house made gnocchi with chunky veal ragu and
shaved Parmesan.
Pizza lovers can pick up a slice of La Stazione – fior di latte mozzarella, shredded pork sausage,
onions, mushrooms and hot salami, or classic Margherita.
Finish with a divine dolci of cannoli with ricotta, chocolate chips, cinnamon and citrus.
Join me for an authentic Italian meal in this authentic restaurant.
THURSDAY 7th OCTOBER
GARDEN CITY To CARINDALE
DAYWALK
Leader: Greg Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
Meet at: Bus Plaza, Upper Level, Garden City Shopping Centre
Time: 8:30am
Cost: $2
Grade: L12
Location: Mt Gravatt, Wishart, Mansfield, Carindale
Distance: 17km @ 5hr; Breaks & Lunch Extra
Height: Max: 64m; Min: 7m; Gain: 87m; Loss: 127m
Web: https://www.openstreetmap.org/relation/1675755#map=13/-27.5223/153.1052
Home: Bus Route 590 & 599 goes from Carindale back to Garden City
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995 Bring This Number With You
This will be a nice little walk mainly along bike tracks that run flat beside the beautiful Bulimba Creek.
There are a few gaps in this track, so there is a little “up” at times.
If you are game, you can park at Garden City – they do charge to make sure workers do not park
there all day. There is a Park’n’Ride beside the bus depot. At the end, there are frequent buses back
to Garden City.
You will begin your walk by going down through suburbia to Bulimba Creek, with its lush green
vegetation & flowing water (and a bike track). You will cross it and skirt bushland to cross Logan Rd
and get back to the creekbank proper. From here on, it is bike track all the way.
There will be some ups & downs, as the bike track dodges some obstacles and private property. The
bank is open and grassed in some places – especially at the start, but once you get to Mansfield it is
more enclosed under light tree cover.
There not much tap water along the way, and certainly no shops. Bring all the water you will need,
and of course, lunch & snacks. Wear a good hat and bring rain protection.
This is a very lovely creek with pretty vegetation and the water flowing. There is wildlife along the
banks, birds flying around and fellow walkers all around,
Come and join me on this lovely walk.
SUNDAY 10th OCTOBER
SPICERS GAP ROAD AREA
DAYWALK
Leader: Pat Lawton Contact: Ph: 3366 1956
Meet at: St. Brigid’s Car Park, Red Hill
Time: 7am
Cost: $20
Grade: M33
Web: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spicers_Gap_Road
Location: Main Range, south of Cunningham’s Gap.
Emerg. Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 17
The walk will start at the Governors Chair Car Park (2km on from the Spicers Picnic/Camping area).
The Spicers Gap Road (built in 1859) will be followed for about 2km until we reach the turn off to the
Matherson Trail. Here we leave the road and take the Trail until we reach The Jinker. Along this
section there are great views of Mt. Mitchell.
Once we arrive at the Jinker, we go off-track for a short distance down to a small waterfall (usually
dry). Here we will have morning tea. After that we pick up an old overgrown track which will take us
back to the Spicers Gap Road (approx 2km). We continue along this historic road until we come to a
creek crossing. About 200m along the creek there was an old wagon wheel embedded in the creek.
The purpose of this walk was to show you this piece of history. Unfortunately, when I visited this area
about 9 months ago, discovered that the wheel had been removed. I made enquiries to National Parks
who were unaware of its removal. The mystery of the missing wheel – who took it! Hopefully, I can
show you a photo of it on the day.
After that we return to the Spicers Gap Road and hopefully head back to the Governors Chair via the
Old Telegraph Road. This road was overgrown last time I was there, so we will see what its condition
is like on the day. A pleasant walk with varied scenery. A late lunch back at the Governors Chair
Lookout.
This is not a hard walk, but historically interesting – about 12km. I have chosen this walk as I don’t
expect hordes of people to be there, as is the case with many other areas.
WEDNESDAY 13th OCTOBER
BULLOCK HEAD CREEK #1
STROLL
Leader: Greg Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
Meet at: Queen Street Bus Station Platform 1A
Bus: Route 100 Forest Lake @ 2.35pm
Time: 2.25pm
Cost: Free
Grade: M11
Location: Springfield, Ellen Grove, Richlands
Distance: 10km @ 3hr
Height: Max: 73m; Min: 34m; Gain: 69m; Loss: 83m
Sun: Set: 5.54pm; Dark: 6.18pm
Web: https://www.openstreetmap.org/relation/1675755#map=15/-27.6159/152.9551
Home: Train From Richlands Station to The City
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995 Bring This Number With You
Bullockhead Creek has two sources; like the horns on a bullock’s head – forked but joining at the
forehead, however cut off by the farmer. One horn is buried under the Centenary H’way extension at
Springfield, and the other comes out of the Greenbank Army Training Camp (a bit difficult to enter,
unless you run faster than a speeding bullet).
We shall begin the actual Stroll at Woogaroo St at Lochwood Ave, Ellen Grove, and head towards
our Creek. Wonder upon wonder, this creek remains above ground all of it’s course to the River. One
problem is that there is acreage, thus no path or track runs beside it as the water flows over this
private property.
For half the time you will be beside the creek to hear the gentle flow of water over the chirping happy
birds; the other half you will have to imagine the sound of flowing water as you Stroll along the
footpaths. This part of the suburb is a bit of a backwater so there will be minimum traffic and activity.
We have passed the equinox; thus, the daylight is now longer than the dark – gives us more time to
explore while Strolling.
This is a complexly new territory for us Strollers, and the Club in general, so come along to explore
an area where no one has ever been before. I’m looking forward to exploring this unknown virgin
territory.September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 18
FRIDAY 15th OCTOBER
CAXTON HOTEL
JOHN TOOHEY SOCIETY
Leader: Karen Franklin Ph: 0417 718 591.
Meet at: 38 Caxton Street, Petrie Terrace.
Time: From 4pm till 8ish.
What For: A chat, a beer and a meal.
Web: https://caxton.com.au/
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995
We tried to go to this venue in August, but as all the NRL games have moved to Queensland because
of COVID-19, we had to postpone it. So, we are trying again. The Caxton has also been on the radar
for quite a while and as there are no events scheduled for that night it seems like a good idea to go
there. As it is a hotel you all know what to expect. A large range of beers, wines and soft drinks as
well as the usual pub grub.
The hotel is very central and easily accessible by most forms of transport. Unfortunately, I won’t be
there as we need to travel to Melbourne.
SATURDAY 16th OCTOBER
Mts NINDERRY and COOLUM
DAYWALK
Leader: Michele Johns Ph: 0414 635 542
Meet at: St Brigid's Car Park, 78 Musgrave Rd, Red Hill
Time: 7.00am
Cost: $25
Grading: S44
Location: Near Yandina and Coolum
Web: https://www.weekendnotes.com/climbing-mt-ninderry/
Emerg Off: Michele Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
After leaving Red Hill, we will regroup at Yandina, before driving a short distance to the carpark at the
start of the climb up Mt Ninderry. The climb to the top is not difficult although there are numerous
rough stone steps to negotiate. This track has become popular with joggers doing the return trip in
less than an hour. We will be taking a more leisurely pace as there are a number of lookouts at the
top to enjoy. Our morning tea stop will be taken at one of these lookouts after which we will descend
to the cars for the drive to the bottom of Mt Coolum.
Mt Coolum has become a real tourist Mecca and I expect parking to be at a premium. We will park
where we can and regather at the start of the walk. The walk up the tourist route is a well-maintained
track with some stone steps, steep but not difficult. We will have lunch on the summit before walking
down the back of the mountain and returning to the cars by walking clockwise around the base.
We will be back at the cars with plenty of time to grab a coffee before heading home. Michele Johns
SUNDAY 17th OCTOBER
EUROPEAN MASTERPIECES
GOMA
SOCIAL
Contact: Greg Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
Where: GOMA, Stanley Place, South Bne; Beside the Art Gallery and Museum
Time: 9am New Time
Web: https://www.qagoma.qld.gov.au/whats-on/exhibitions/european-masterpieces
Tickets: http://www.qago.ma/MasterpiecesBuyTicketsLower
Emerg Off: Greg Ph: 0418 122 995September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 19
Book early so you do not miss out. This will be a popular exhibition, and with Covid rules still in place
(the New Normal), numbers in the gallery will be restricted. There may be queuing due to this. Thus,
be very early.
EUROPEAN MASTERPIECES From The Metropolitan Museum Of Art, New York.
The Met is under renovation, so the best way to protect the art works when builders are about, is to
remove them completely and send them overseas. Brisbane is the only location in Australia to host
these paintings. They will never leave New York again.
Spanning 500 years, ‘European Masterpieces from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York’
offers a breath-taking journey from the 1420s and emerging Renaissance to conclude at the height
of early twentieth century post-impressionism.
This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity allows visitors to experience works by painters such as Fra
Angelico, Titian, Raphael, Rembrandt, Turner, Van Gogh and Monet, direct from The Met’s
collection – one of the finest collections of European painting in the world, the majority of which
rarely leave permanent display in New York.
Highlights of the exhibition include Fra Angelico’s finely painted altarpiece The Crucifixion of 1420–
23; Titian’s poetic Venus and Adonis of the 1550s; the immediacy and drama of
Caravaggio’s The Musicians 1597; Rembrandt’s painterly Flora of 1654; Vermeer’s beautifully
observed Allegory of the Catholic Faith 1670-72, and van Gogh’s idyllic The Flowering
Orchard 1888.
‘European Masterpieces’ includes portraiture, still-life, landscape & figure studies and will be a must-
see for audiences of all ages, art-lovers and anyone with an interest in history, society, beauty,
religious iconography, mythology and symbolism.
This Australian-exclusive exhibition is organised by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, in
collaboration with the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art and Art Exhibitions Australia.
This will be a very popular exhibition, so you should book earlier rather than closer to the date. Our
visit is the last day of the Exhibition – so all the latecomers will be trying to get is at the last moment.
Better if you book soon at:
https://qagoma.qtix.com.au/eventseatblockprices.aspx
Tickets are $23 Concession or $28 Full Price
See you there in October with us.
SUNDAY 17TH OCTOBER
CLIMATE JUSTICE
ACTION
Coordinator: Australian Religious Response to Climate Change Ph: 9150 9713
info@arrcc.org.au
Meet at: Wherever you are at the time
Time: What time is suitable to you
Cost: The Earth
Web: http://www.arrcc.org.au/
We’ve discussed people of various faiths around the world hosting events on Sunday 17th October to
promote climate justice in the lead up to the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties [the
COP26] meeting in Glasgow to hopefully help save the planet. https://ukcop26.org/
It’s encouraging that many of us continue to determinedly respond to the more long-term but pressing
challenge of protecting the earth’s climate. With COP26 on the horizon, it is an historic time to be
doing this work. Last week’s Faiths 4 Climate Justice training workshop attracted 83 participants,
some of whom were in Africa, Indonesia, Colombia and North America.
Faiths 4 Climate Justice training workshop
We’ll take you through the why and how of organising a beautiful, compelling action on October 17 th
and keep it rooted in faith and spirituality, whether at your place of prayer or outside MP offices. We’ll
discuss how to make a public statement even with COVID restrictions or even lockdown.September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 20
Upcoming Digital Storms
Friday 17th September 1pm
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89913456248
Tejopala - ARRCC
Australian Religious Response to Climate Change
A Multi-Faith Network Committed To Action On Climate Change
http://www.arrcc.org.au/
Phone: 9150 9713
Email: info@arrcc.org.au
Address: 264 Pitt St, SYDNEY, NSW 2000.
MON 18th to FRI 22nd OCTOBER
NOOSA RIVER
CANOE TRIP
Leader: Cath Wood Ph: 0428 755 100 cm.mj.wood@gmail.com
Meet at: 10 Ravenswood Ct Carindale
Time: 8am
Cost: $30 transport + $127 per person for canoe hire and camping (assuming 12 people
coming)
Deposit of $50 per person required on booking.
Grade: Equivalent to S22 each day, with options to make it longer.
Location: Inland from Noosa at the Sunshine Coast
Web: https://www.visitnoosa.com.au/blog/kayaking-the-noosa-everglades
Emerg Off: Liz Little Ph: 0414 252 003
If 5 days easy canoeing through the everglades and up the Noosa River appeals, then this trip is for
you!
We will drive to Elanda Point (now marketed as Habitat Noosa) on Lake Cootharaba where we will
pick up the canoes. I have booked 2 x 2-person and 2 x 3-person canoes, and life jackets, paddles
and barrels for gear are supplied.
The plan is:
Monday: Paddle across the lake to Kinaba N.P. Information Centre and then through the everglades
to Fig Tree Point (one of the prettiest camping areas around). 2hrs paddling, 6.5km. Optional extras
include exploring Kin Kin Creek and a sunset paddle near Fig Tree Point.
Tuesday: Fig Tree Point to Harry’s Hut (1hr, 5km) for lunch, then on to Camp Site 3 (50mins, 5.2km),
where we will camp for 2 nights. Optional extras include exploring Lake Como.
Wednesday: Canoe as far up the river as you wish, returning to Camp Site 3 that night. For anyone
who wants less time on the water, there is the option to follow the track on the eastern side of the
river down to Harry’s Hut and back (7km each way), or to do the Cooloola Sandpatch walk (12km,
5hr return).
Thursday: Canoe back down the river to camp at Fig Tree Point. Again, there will be opportunities for
side trips.
Friday: Canoe through the everglades again and across Lake Cootharaba to Elanda Point by
lunchtime.September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 21
This is not a strenuous trip and can be done by even beginner paddlers, but with opportunities to
explore further if you want. There should also be lots of opportunities for swimming, lazing around
next to the water reading a book or taking photos. The reflections on the river and in the everglades
are just beautiful, especially early in the mornings. Just make sure you have a waterproof case for
your camera / phone. Both the camp sites have toilets.
Everything has to be transported by canoe, so you will need to pack light with gear that will fit in
barrels. There is only ONE more place available for this trip with the current bookings, so to reserve
your spot contact me by email and I will give you bank details for paying your deposit. If more people
wish to come, it will depend on the availability of further National Parks camp sites and canoes.
Cath Wood
MONDAY 18th OCTOBER
MONTHLY MEETING
Contact: Cath Wood Ph 0428 755 100
Time: 7.30pm
Where: St Michael’s Parish Hall, 250 Banks St, Dorrington
The hall is in the lower carpark behind the church. Drive down the ramp at the left
Web: http://www.stmichaelsdorrington.org.au/contact-us.html
Our meetings are friendly and relaxed gatherings where members and visitors can hear about recent
and upcoming club events and ask questions about walks that interest you.
Nominations for walks are taken after the formalities and people catch up over a friendly supper. Ask
leaders about their trips and talk with our members about their experiences.
All are welcome.
WEDNESDAY 20th OCTOBER
KIPPA RING to PETRIE
Rail #44
STROLL
Leader: Joe Tottenham Ph: 3351 4493
Meet at: Roma Street Station Pl 9
Time: 1.15pm
Train: Redcliffe @ 1.18pm, arriving at 2.16pm
Cost: Free
Grade: M11
Location: Redcliffe, Rothwell, Mango Hill, Murrumba Downs, Kallangur, Petrie
Distance: 13km @ 4hr
Height: Max: 30m; Min: 2m; Gain: 46m; Loss: 40m
Sun: Set: 5.58pm; Dark: 6.22pm
Web: https://www.openstreetmap.org/relation/1675755#map=14/-27.2526/153.0276
Home: Train From Petrie Station to The City
Emerg Off: Joe Ph: 0423 469 704 Bring This Number With You
Bring a torch
This is an autonomous railway trail that has to be done in one go. There is now a complete
pedestrian/bike track all the way beside the rail line. Since railway lines always go over flat ground,
this should be reasonably flat with only minor inclines. The beauty of it is that they have put bridges
over most of the very busy main roads.
Being a concrete path, we should be able to zip along it, saving time. It is not all suburbia and new
housing developments; about a third is bush, creek and vacant land.
Train: Roma Street: 1.18pm; Bowen Hills: 1.26pm; Eagle Junction: 1.31pm; Northgate: 1.35pm;
Petrie: 1.59pm; Kippa Ring: 2.16pm
Come along on this first time Stroll for a pleasure never to be repeated.September 2021 Jilalan Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Page 22
SATURDAY 23rd OCTOBER
TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN
DAYWALK
Leader: Michele Endicott Ph 3351 4092 or 0418 708 638
Meet at: St Brigid’s Carpark, Red Hill
Time: 8am
Cost: $15
Grade: S22
Location: Tamborine National Park, Gold Coast Hinterland
Web: https://visittamborinemountain.com.au/explore-national-park-walks-gardens-
nurseries-botanic-gardens/
https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0021/164442/tamborine-
walking-track-map.pdf
Emerg Off: Greg Endicott Ph 0418 122 995
This day walk will consist of two tracks: Witches Falls/Witches Chase; and Palm Grove Circuit.
.
In the morning, we will complete an 8km circuit, starting by zigzagging down the steep western
mountainside towards Witches Falls, through open forest with Banksia trees and into rainforest with
huge strangler figs. Then we will leave the Witches Falls Circuit at the lookout and follow the Witches
Chase Track back up the valley through rainforest with large Red-Cedar trees and Eucalypt forest to
Beacon Rd and Main Western Rd, where we will have lunch back at the cars, in a picnic area with
toilets. If you want to bring a hot flask, you could leave it in the car.
The afternoon walk will be the 2.6km Palm Grove Circuit. Piccabeen palm groves and rainforest with
emergent strangler figs and distinctively buttressed yellow Carabeens feature on this walk.
We will conclude the day with refreshments and a debrief at a nearby café.
SUNDAY -24th OCTOBER
EVANS HEAD DAYWALK
CANCELLED
Cancelled due to the continuing Covid Lockdown in New South Wales. The lockdown may be lifted
by the 24th October but I seriously doubt it will be lifted in time and there is also the concern about not
being able to return to Queensland without going into 14 days quarantine. Also, other opportunities
have come up and I have already made other plans. Hopefully next year we can have a trip down
there. Phil
WEDNESDAY 27th OCTOBER
Mt GRAVATT SUMMIT
STROLL
Leader: Greg Endicott Ph: 3351 4092
Meet at: Griffith Uni Busway Station; Stop ID: 010819
Time: 3.30pm
Cost: Free
Grade: S33
Location: Mt Gravatt
Distance: 6½km @ 2hr
Height: Max: 189m; Min: 53m Gain: 173m; Loss: 173m
Sun: Set: 6.02pm; Dark: 6.27pm
Tides: H: 1.11am @ 1.59km; L: 7.14am @ .72m; H: 2.03pm @ 2.16m; L 8.44pm @ 093m
Web: https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=17/-27.54257/153.07341
Home: Bus from Griffith Uni Station
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The Griffith Uni Bus Station is one of our favourites as many Strolls can begin from here and head off
to all points of the compass. We have been on/around Mt G several times, but not to the top. Now is
your chance to overlook Brisbane at sunset – all those lovely award-winning shots coming up.
At 189m, you cannot really call this a mountain. It needs to be 308.803m to be anything near a
mountain. It is just a little mount. Thus, your goal is attainable. The last time I went up this track to the
top, it was eroded and loose underfoot – perhaps walking poles might be a good idea. The track is
steepish and constant – you can take as long as you like getting to the summit – we shall wait.
This is a traverse Stroll, so will be de-summiting the other side and ending up in suburbia. You shall
follow the quite back streets around the northern side to re-enter Griffith Uni, going through the
campus back to the Busway Station. Some may want to bail-out at Circular Dr at Griffith University,
stop B Stop ID: 002253 to get the Bus 112 to The City or the 177 to Carindale.
This will be a very interesting Stroll in that it will appear un-Stroll like for a lot of you – us hardened
Strollers will know what to expect.
Come join me on this very scenic and photogenic Stroll to the heights of delight.
30th OCT to 2nd NOV
VICTORIAN ALPS THROUGHWALK
CANCELLED
Cancelled due to the continuing Covid Lockdown in Victoria. The lockdown may be lifted by
November but I seriously doubt it will be lifted by then and I am looking for other opportunities to
make alternative plans.
ANNUAL PHOTO COMPETITION
MONDAY 20th DECEMBER
At St Michaels at Ashgrove from 7.30pm
This is the seventeenth time we have had this photo competition. The main reasons for the photo
competition are to encourage members to bring their photographs out and to share them with other
members. The other reason is to find a “cover photograph” for the Annual Report.
Our goal as a club is to encourage the love of the bush and bushwalking. I trust the photographs will
display the spirit of the Club and the beauty of nature and why we go bushwalking. The best overall
photograph will go on the front cover of the Annual Report.
The categories of the competition are –
1. Landscape - this includes all the landscapes, waterscapes, mountains,
2. Moods of nature - sunrises, sunsets, storm and rain or misty days,
3. Nature Close up - plants, animals, birds, rocks, leaf litter etc.,
4. People and faces - portraiture & club character,
5. Miscellaneous - any photos that do not fit into any other category,
6. Best overall - awarded to the print deemed to be best overall by the invited judge,
7. People’s choice - the best photo selected by the members.
The Competition Rules
- entry is open to Cub members only,
- the photographs must be submitted in two formats,
- printed on paper and displayed at the December meeting and
- delivered electronically to bcbcjilalan@gmail.com by sunrise on 20th December,
- size - photograph must be able to fit on the front cover of the Annual Report (paper size A5). It may
be submitted in a size up to A4 so long as the photograph can be reduced to a size suitable for
publication,
- each person may enter 4 photographs per category,
- each photograph must be titled and have the owner's name and date,
- the photographs must be from a BCBC event (Name of trip and date to be supplied), An Event is
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