Long wait for bell NORTH Lakes parents will have to wait for at least three more years before our area gets another high school despite the State Government last week announcing two new secondary schools in inner-Brisbane. But the government promised there were "plans... Page 1

Push for school site MURRUMBA MP Chris Whiting is pushing for cash from a State Government education fund to be used to buy a new high school site in the booming North Lakes region. The $200m Advancing Queensland Schools (AQS) fund includes $45 million for the purchase of... Page 1

Lets torque glamour PINE Rivers has its share of classiccar tragics and glamorous pin-ups, and this months Moreton Bay Motor Show will showcase both. More than 200 pre-1986 classic and vintage cars as well as overseas-manufactured cars will be featured in all their... Page 2

Memory in making THIS week is one of the highlights of the year for youngsters, who get to participate in something a little bit special. Under Eights Week finishes on Saturday, but it will live long in the memories of children at Sesame Lane Care and Kindergarten,... Page 2

Go for dogo THIS years Pine Rivers Million Paws Walk could set a record. With more than 250 pre-registrations egistrations already, organisers hope to break the world record for dogo, or dog yoga. Page 1

$100m boost for uni ITS the budget that brought a tear to Moreton Bay Regional Council Mayor Allan Sutherlands eye. University of the Sunshine Coast has been loaned $100 million by the Federal Government to kickstart construction of its new campus at The Mill at... Page 1

Mum gains allergy insight FOR a single week, a Griffin mother will walk in the shoes of her anaphylactic daughter to raise funds for allergy research. Catherine Catteralls seven-year-old daughter Ella is highly allergic to eggs, peanuts, shell fish and dust mites. She was... Page 3

Warming up for Frozen gig NORTH Lakes duo Yvette and Emma Dobson will hit the ice in a dream come true. The talented girls were selected to perform in the pre-show ahead of Disney on Ice presents Frozen in June. Page 1

Support our Diggers Mango Hills Cassie Garth will be among thousands who will commemorate Anzac Day across Moreton next week. Mango Hill Progress Associations Laurence Christie is encouraging people to attend the Kallangur march. Page 1

Lend a helping paw VISION Australia is on the hunt for residents keen to help train, care or foster seeing eye dogs. Deception Bay resident Rob Cramer is the only trainer for Vision Australia in the Moreton Bay region. "We are looking for at least 10 volunteers in the... Page 2

SOUNDS LIKE MUSIC BRISBANE Junior Theatre actors test their skills with musical classic. Page 1

HOW COULD THEY. NORTH Lakes family speaks out about bullies who made daughters life hell. Page 1

Club kicks jobs goal THE $25 million North Lakes Sports Club will open in late April. The club, which covers 16,000sq m, includes a 3200sq m building with eateries, gaming and function rooms. It will also have 292 car spaces. Up to 120 tradespeople worked on the complex... Page 1

Shes making a list OLIVIA Trueman has a long list of goals to achieve before she goes blind. The plucky eight-year-old has gyrate atrophy, a rare condition that will leave her blind by 15. Her friends and family are raising money to help her fulfil her dreams, including... Page 1

Celebrating our junior sport stars QUEST Community News is recognising the best in local sport and the extraordinary efforts of junior athletes across southeast Queensland. Today we launch our Quest Local Sports Stars program as part of a national celebration of junior sporting talent. Page 1

Good brew a fine art KIRI Paikea has dreams of designing award-winning coffee art. Next week she will learn from one of the best when Melbournebased coffee artist Erin Sampson comes to North Lakes to provide some tips. Page 1

Mind the gap HUNDREDS of North Lakes families will benefit from proposed Federal Government changes to childcare rebates, industry leaders say. Many hit the current $7500 cap by the middle of each year. One centre says 18 of its 90 families have already hit the... Page 1

NETBALLERS NEW GOALS MAHALIA sets her sights on returning fitter and stronger. Page 1

Room to move THE call has gone out for a large shared public space in our area, similar to Pine Rivers Park. Playgrounds, climbing frames, a community garden and shaded barbecue areas are some suggestions for the park. Page 1

Kids bed in at library STORY time at the library is even more fun in your pyjamas with all your friends after closing time. Every Thursday at 6.30pm children in their PJs pack their pillows and blankies and head to North Lakes Library for Pyjama Storytime. The twist on the... Page 2

Friendship on the run WOMEN in North Lakes come together every week for fitness-focused friendship with the Girls Run This Town running group. Audrey Harvey founded Girls Run This Town in Morayfield and despite having outposts interstate, the North Lakes group is its most... Page 2

First in class ST BENEDICTS College will this year field its first class of seniors. Laura Smith and Andy Tran (pictured) have attended the school since it opened in 2013 and said they were honoured to be joining the founding crop of Year 12 students. Page 1

Hello baby SPACE tourism, driverless cars and vertical villages are just some of the innovations expected to become part of everyday life for Generation Alpha. Mango Hills Joelene Turner (pictured) and Evan Turner hope to equip their new son, Jett, and his big... Page 1

The nice list THE Christmas spirit is alive and well at North Lakes - thanks to the remarkable efforts of a group of children who have ensured those less fortunate will not miss out on Sunday. And they are already planning to do it all again next year. Page 1

Slow road to Lakes NORTH Lakes is the economic driver of the Moreton Bay region, but some residents are increasingly frustrated at the time it takes to get there from surrounding suburbs. They also say public transport routes are too complicated. Page 1

Building a destination THE creators of Fortitude Valleys trendy James St plan to turn a North Lakes dust bowl into a sophisticated entertainment hub. Tourism and business insiders are tipping the plan for the North Lakes Dr site will put our region on the tourism map. But... Page 1

Carollers find Common ground NORTH Lakes residents are warming up their vocal cords in time for this weekends Christmas Carols in the Town Common. Choirs, markets and a visit from Santa Claus will keep revellers entertained. Page 1

Services herald opening of headquart.. FIRE and rescue services throughout north Brisbane and Moreton Bay have a new headquarters at the rebuilt Petrie Fire and Rescue Station. The $4.2 million facility opened on Thursday, November 17, and replaces the previous fire station built in 1966... Page 3

Meet the new neighbours IT WAS four years in the making, and nearly did not happen, but today store manager Stefano Bizzarri will throw open the doors to Ikea North Lakes. Westfield will also unveil its latest extension, and shoppers tell us what they want next. Page 1

Poppys legacy CODY King will stand for a minutes silence tomorrow at 11am knowing the red poppy signifies the lives lost in wars and armed conflict. But, when the Last Post is sounded, it is his own Poppy he will think about, along with his two great grandfathers... Page 1

Speed bump reprieve AS WESTFIELD prepares for the first day of ticketless paid parking on Monday next week, the company has removed the speed bumps at the entrances and exit of its North Lakes shopping centre after a number of complaints. Several shoppers told the Times... Page 2

Drivers behaving badly NEW figures show North Lakes, Mango Hill and Griffin drivers are among Queenslands worst, with 273 people on good driving behaviour restrictions. They lost all 12 demerit points for offences such as speeding, hooning and using mobile phones. Page 1

Grandma steps up A MANGO Hill grandma is walking to raise money for vital services for premature and sick babies. Mickie Hollis-Tobin has two grandchildren who were born premature, one at 32 weeks and another at 25 weeks. "Its very hard when you see these tiny... Page 2

No free parking A HUGE crowd is expected for next months opening of Ikea North Lakes and Westfields extension, but the prospect of paying to park for more than three hours has angered staff and some shoppers. Page 1

Ready to roll PASSENGERS came from neighbouring streets, nearby suburbs and even from interstate for the historic opening of the Redcliffe Peninsula Line this week - and residents say it is already changing their daily commute. Page 1

HOUGHTON HEADS 60s PUSH FOR LINE TRANSPORT was as big an issue in the early 1900s as it is today. Archives show residents and council were pushing for improvements, but the rail plan was overtaken by the Hornibrook Highway Bridge which opened on October 14, 1935. Redcliffe City... Page 1

Right formula for success YEAR 11 student Bethany Conroy will be heading to university these school holidays to boost her knowledge of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Page 1

Westfield throws off covers for a Sn.. WESTFIELDS next extension is just months away from opening, linking the shopping centre to Ikea. The extension, and Ikea, are both expected to open in November or December. Westfield has revealed some of the retailers joining Kmart in the new 75,000sq... Page 1

Sweet move ONE of the biggest names in Brisbanes food scene, Charlies Fruit Market, is about to open a new venture in North Lakes. Johnny and Michael Tabet say demand for their brand in our area made it an obvious choice, while some other well-known food... Page 1

Big effort for Legacy RON Clancy leaves his job as a bus driver for a week at this time every year - to raise money through merchandise sales to support the work of Legacy. More often than not Mr Clancy, a Legatee for 15 years, is joined by friend Malcolm Whatmore. The... Page 2

#questinfocus An ibis takes an early morning drink at Mango Hill Village. Each week, we publish a photograph taken in our community by our photographers or you - our readers - as part of our #questinfocus section. To submit your photo for publication, email a 1MB... Page 2

HEAR US ROAR BOUNTY Boulevard students roaring to go in their new musical, Lion King Jr. Page 1

What about us. WHILE Redcliffe gets ready for its annual festival, and a music concert series has been announced for Strathpine, residents across North Lakes, Griffin and Mango Hill are left wondering where their big-ticket event is. Page 1

Fairytales at the flicks EVERYONES favourite fairytale characters are visiting the cinemas for the Disney Fairytale Film Festival during August. The young and young-atheart can revisit their favourite tales and characters every weekend at Strathpine and North Lakes - with... Page 2

Health check THE North Lakes Specialist Medical Centre has opened its doors with doctors and radiology already moving in, while the final stages of construction are completed. Over the coming months, dental, pharmacy, kidney dialysis, cardiology, physiotherapy,... Page 1

INDEX Street Watch........................ 07 Conversations...................... 08 Business................................ 15 Lifestyle.................................17 Scene Out..............................18 Whats On.............................. 19... Page 2

Thats progress AN amazing model train circumnavigates the yard at Paul Buchanans Kinsellas Rd West house, travelling over land that was once farmed by his father Danzy. Where sweet potatoes grew there is now a subdivision, the Park Vista development. But Mr... Page 1

Touchdown in North Lakes TWO American gridiron players are bringing their skills to the Moreton Bay Raptors this year. Todd Athey, from Michigan, and Kevrett Brown (pictured, far right) from Georgia, cant wait to pass on their experience. Page 1

Ironman effort JULES Dillon and Jane Crawford are chasing down their dreams. The dynamic duo from North Lakes, aged 43 and 49, has qualified for the IRONMAN World Championship and will travel to Hawaii to compete in the international event in October. Page 1

Laneway festival POP-UP bars, live music and childrens entertainment will create a festival atmosphere at Westfield North Lakes this weekend. Organisers are expecting thousands of people to attend the family-friendly laneway party. Page 1

OUT AND ABOUT Art + Baking The Space @ North Lakes, cnr Lakefield Dr and Endeavour Blvd, has Art + Baking on June 27 10am-2pm. Phone 3293 6100 DIY fashion Have a go at DIY fashion at The Space on June 28 in a Tie-die session 10am-noon. Phone 3293 6100 for details... Page 2

Family to the rescue BELINDA and Tim Hughes are old hands when it comes to living in the Third World. But when they set off on their next adventure, helping exploited children in Cambodia, it will be a first for their own tribe. Their three children are looking forward to... Page 1

The great train delay IT IS not clear who is responsible for a critical signalling problem on the new Moreton Bay Rail Link, or how long it will take to fix, but the line will not open midyear as planned. Mayor Allan Sutherland likens the delay to "cancelling Christmas" and... Page 1

Reflections of crisp morning THIS weeks reader photograph comes from Tracy Cronje, who captured Lake Eden on a morning walk last week. "A beautiful crisp walk around Lake Eden this morning," she told the Times. To make a submission, send your image, about 1mb, with a brief... Page 2

Join the club THE North Lakes Sports Club is about to become a reality. Work begins this Monday on the $25 million venture, which will replicate the business model at the Caboolture Sports Club. Members will be shareholders, with profits channelled back into... Page 1

Big fun in little Vegas FROM the streets of North Lakes to the street-style hip hop scene of Las Vegas, the Fun Size dance crew, made up of seven children aged nine to 13, will take on the world when they compete at the Hip Hop International World Championships. Page 1

Mum for all MOTHERHOOD can be a steep learning curve but after giving birth to her baby Elanor, Brooke Allen-Rhodes discovered a passion for empowering other mothers. She started a post-natal fitness group that has grown to become a support group for North Lakes... Page 1