Upgrades are now underway at the Albany Creek Community Centre to improve and increase the facility’s usefulness, and work on the site is expected to finish in early April.
Mayor Peter Flannery said that he is expecting to unveil the “new and improved” centre by Easter “with greater functionality, accessibility and appeal to encourage more people to use this new facility.”
The Albany Creek Community Centre overhaul will include the addition of a kitchenette that will allow the community to cook and prepare meals for their events. The State Government allocated $210,000 for this half a million project that will provide more businesses and jobs necessary for COVID-19 economic recovery.
“Through the COVID Works for Queensland funding, we’re able to fast-track essential infrastructure upgrades, like the Albany Creek Community Centre, which is used and loved by many in the local community,” Member for Pine Rivers Nikki Boyd said. “This program is specifically designed to help Moreton Bay Regional Council get their communities back on their feet as quickly as possible during the coronavirus pandemic.
“While there’s no doubt Queenslanders are resilient, I know this project will create local jobs to support local families put dinner on the table each night.”
Some 10 different groups use the centre on a weekly basis for activities like dance, yoga, martial arts, fitness and enrichment classes. The venue is also hired for parties, training, meetings and other functions.
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“This project has been guided by feedback from residents, the centre managers and local community groups that have used the facility in the past, to give the tired, cramped centre a much-needed makeover,” Councillor Cath Tonks said.
“I couldn’t be more excited by this announcement – I’m proud to be part of a Council that acts on the concerns of its residents and I want to recognise the efforts of those who advocated for this upgrade.”
Have you walked by The Café for The Common Good inside Albany Creek Central after you’ve done your grocery shopping? Did you know that this cafe is a social enterprise that helps fund medical researches at a few hospitals around Brisbane?
For their work in “maximising every donor dollar,” The Café for The Common Good won the ISPT Award for Outstanding Social Enterprise in the 2020 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards.
The cafe serves barista-made Merlo coffee, Lick ice cream and light meals or snacks to take home. Open daily as early as 7 a.m., the small eatery is near the shopping centre’s Woolworths outlet. Most of the cafe’s profits, after operating and administration costs, go into life-saving medical research.
“Last year our cafes collectively did some $800,000 which we turned into nearly $5.2million in medical research,” The Common Good Retail Manager Bryce Liyanage said. “Right here in Brisbane, we have 120 researchers, scientists and biomedical engineers tackling problems like COVID in an ICU setting, and a horrific disease called silicosis that’s affecting our tradies. And we’re so proud of the teams we’re backing – one coffee at a time.”
The Café for The Common Good has three sites within The Prince Charles Hospital in Chermside, and one outlet each the Caboolture Hospital and the Kedron Emergency Services Complex.
The store at Albany Creek Central is the first location outside of the hospital environment. The cafe also provides catering services.
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“The Common Good sets itself apart from other charities with our social enterprise model,” Mr Liyanage said. “The profits earned from our cafes cover our operating and administration costs, so that all funds raised go exactly where donors expect them to – into our life-saving medical research.”
“It’s a real honour to receive this award amongst such deserving finalists. We’re really grateful to Site8 at Albany Creek Central who have provided the site, and our suppliers particularly Merlo, who have been so generous.”
Currently, the cafe is supporting researches on COVID-19, heart disease, dementia and silicosis.
Burger lovers and foodies have a new staple to try at Fritzenberger Albany Creek beginning the 14th of Oct 2020 as the store launches its Mushroom Kiev Burger.
A catering staple in Soviet cities in the ’90s, the Kiev burger’s cornerstone is its garlic butter flavouring. Fritzenberger Albany Creek‘s Mushroom Kiev Burger is prepared with house-made garlic and parsley butter, which enhances the taste of the grass-fed beef patty covered in panko crumbs.
Completing this ensemble are the burger’s Swiss cheese-filled portobello mushroom, American mustard and aioli.
Burgers are best enjoyed with beer and Fritzenberger brews small batches of unique-tasting drinks for your drinking pleasure. Occasionally, the store offers limited editions from international breweries. So, before you head to the store, you can check what’s on the tap in real-time up via their website.
Fritzenberger recently celebrated its one year anniversary at the corner of Albany Creek Road and Ferguson Street. The restaurant reopened in July after 129 days of lockdown due to the pandemic.
Fritzenberger Albany Creek’s temporary closure is soon to be over as it is slated to reopen on 29 July 2020. This, following a 129-day closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Most of the restaurants, pubs, and clubs in Australia were forced to close after the government issued its highest level of restrictions on the 23rd of March 2020.
Fritzenberger, which only opened in November 2019, was among the venues that had to close its doors temporarily because of the stricter health safety rules to defend against the coronavirus disease.
From 29 July, however, the burger and beer place will reboot to welcome dine-in and takeaway customers. The Albany Creek venue will be following COVID health safety guidelines from the government.
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“It’s great to get our doors back open to the supportive Albany Creek community, and to welcome our staff back after the Government restrictions closed our venue back in March,” says General Manager Andrew Jeffreys.
Currently, the other Fritzenberger venues at Petrie Terrace and Wilston are open for dine-in, takeaway, and delivery. Another Fritzenberger is also set to open in South Bank.
On its reopening, Fritzenberger Albany Creek will operate from Wednesday to Sunday, from 12:00 noon up to 8:00 p.m.
Those opting to dine in are encouraged to make a booking online at Fritzenberger.com.
Address: Cnr Ferguson Street and Albany Creek Road, Albany Creek
The key to understanding the present is to understand the past. Studying history can provide valuable insights and awareness to the origins of cultures and communities and you can have this privilege of learning the history of Albany Creek in an enriching free event at the Albany Creek Library.
On Monday, the 3rd of February 2020, the library on Ferguson Street is running a history lesson about the origins of the suburb. Happening from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., this event is free to anyone who may be curious about the first settlers of Albany Creek or the significance of the street names.
Knowing your history can help answer why the world around you is what it is today. A look into the cultural trends of yesteryears can provide a reasonable projection of what may happen in the future. It can also spark inspiration and motivation for your next big ideas and projects.
Studying history is also a worthy mental exercise to sharpen your critical thinking skills. It goes without saying that critical thinking applies to all aspects of your life.
A new frites and burger place in Albany Creek is opening this September and it might just become the next local hangout, judging by its mouth-watering food, award-winning craft beer selections, and friendly service!
Located at the old Coffee Club site on Ferguson Street and Albany Creek Road, Fritzenberger will finally serve Albany Creek locals its delicious meals and world-class beers when it opens its doors on Saturday, the 14th of Sept 2019.
Here are five fun facts that you may be interested to know about Fritzenberger Albany Creek:
1. It’s the second-biggest Fritzenberger store.
Opening about a year after its Wilston store, Albany Creek is Fritzenberger’s second-biggest store with a 150-seating capacity. Be the first to try what this family restaurant has to offer as the store begins trading at 11:00 a.m.
“It will be a good place for the family to gather or for local friends to catch up for a weekday or weekend session,” store manager and Albany Creek resident Kirsty Bennett said.
2. You could win a year’s supply of burgers on its launch.
The restaurant predicts that 1,000 burgers will be grilled on opening weekend and the store is going all-out with its launch. So if you visit Fritzenberger from the 14th until the 30th of Sept 2019, you’ll get a chance to win a year’s supply!
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To join, download the store’s app online and follow the instructions. You can also use the app to avail of a 10 percent discount on your next order (code APP10), or to get monthly freebies like a schooner of Fritzen beer or house wine, or to earn points you can use for future orders.
3. You’ll enjoy a variety of burger options and unique flavour tweaks.
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For unique flavour tweaks, the fries come with a range of salts that you won’t find anywhere else because these are made in-house: Vegemite salt, beetroot salt, fresh chilli salt, roast chicken dinner salt, buffalo wing sauce salt, and garlic and rosemary.
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If you haven’t had a chance to eat at Fritzenberger’s other locations in Petrie Terrace or Wilston and you don’t know what to get on your first visit, you cannot go wrong with its classic Fritzen burger, frites and craft beer.
Fritzenberger serves up delicious beef burgers prepared and seasoned using local ingredients, hydroponic lettuce, fresh vine-ripened tomato, and house-made pickles. The beef is sourced from the hinterlands of Byron Bay, where the Fritzenberger team is on a first-name basis with the farmer, Bruce.
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If beef isn’t your favourite, you may also order the chicken burger or the mushroom burger with a serving of fries.
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4. The selection of beer on tap is abundant.
Did you know that about 20 to 30 kegs of Fritzenberger beers are brewed every week at Petrie Terrace? Would-be regulars will be happy to know that a batch of these will be delivered to Albany Creek on a regular basis.
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Everyone knows burgers and fries go well with a bottle of cold beer, so Fritzenberger serves a good selection of beer on tap. Try the Fritzenberger Pale Ale, Fritzenberger Munchen Lager, Fritzenberger Mid, Fritzenberger IPA, and Fritzenberger Schwarzbier.
The restaurant will also have a Lithuanian Keptinis Baked Farmhouse Ale, which isn’t brewed anywhere else in Australia, except at Fritzenberger!
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“We are sending our core range and most seasonal beers that we brew to Albany Creek. They cover a wide range of beer styles so there is something to suit everyone’s taste buds,” Matt Glanville, the Brewer Manager said.
5. Fritzenberger Albany Creek will bring Live Music and Trivia Nights soon.
In the coming weeks, Fritzenberger will also be featuring live music and weekly trivia nights that promise to make liven up the night in Albany Creek.
“Local residents are really excited to have a late-night dining option in the area that offers a space for locals to relax, host functions and even attend weekly trivia and live music nights. They feel like it is something the area is missing,” Ms Bennett said.
For updates on these events, follow the restaurant’s Facebook page.
The return of the Chillin’ in the Hills Twilight Market is getting closer and this May, the monthly event will be part of the Hills Festival program by the Moreton Bay Regional Council and the Moreton Bay Region Industry & Tourism department.
On Friday, the 31st of May 2019, arts and crafts shops, food trucks and bars, as well as live music performances, will be set up at the James Drysdale Recreational Park for Chillin’ in the Hills.
Bring your family and friends to enjoy and chill as a group amidst the soft glow of the sky as darkness gradually covers the park. Groove to the live music from talented Queensland artists as you toast a bottle of beer. Have a good time exchanging anecdotes as the food flows on your table.
Around 45 stalls will be open from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the outdoor venue of Chillin’ in the Hills but there will also be crafters and sellers showcasing their handmade products at the community’s function centre. As the party outside gets loud, you can comfortably shop for handmade items, trinkets, gifts and tokens made by local artists indoors.
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Chillin in the Hills is a free event and there’s no booking required. Just drop in with your group and spend four hours of enjoyable quality time together.
The Moreton Bay Regional Council is investigating reports of water contamination and pollution in Sandy Creek found at the Cuthbert Park in Albany Creek.
Residents have raised their concerns after discovering that Sandy Creek’s water turned into a creamy colour and seemed to be filled with soap suds.
According to reports, Bob Barkley saw that Sandy Creek’s water was still quite clear on Tuesday, the 16th of April 2019. The following day, however, he found the water murky and almost white, and suspected that someone dumped contaminants in a storm drain that flowed through the creek.
Mr Barclay said that this was not the first time he saw that the colour of the creek changed thus he’s demanding the Council to take quick action. He said that he has seen the water turn white, bright red, or filled with cooking fat.
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Other Albany Creek locals also cited that they no longer see turtles and small schools of fish swimming in Sandy Creek. Some residents also relayed that there was an incident after a man was seen dumping oil into the creek from his vehicle.
A spokesperson for the Council said that inspectors were on Sandy Creek last Thursday to verify the reported contamination and did find the water’s opaque condition. Inspectors also discovered that part of the creek had an obstruction and clogging that affected the flow of water under Old Northern Road.
Did you know that Samual Grays Cafe and Craft Beer Bar, located at 735 Albany Creek Road, is slashing off its chicken wings price every Wednesday?
Avail of this dish at half price off for dine-in orders and at $1 per piece on takeaway orders. What’s more, Wings Wednesday is ongoing until the end of the year!
Samual Grays Cafe and Craft Beer Bar chicken wings come in four different flavours: buffalo sauce and blue cheese aioli, honey soy, smokey barbecue sauce, and spicy chilli. At its regular price, this dish go for $9 for an order of 6 pieces, $16 for an order of 12 pieces, and $30 for an order of 24 pieces.
Established since 2017, Samuel Grays is open from Wednesday to Sunday. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are usually served from Friday to Sunday (7:00 a.m. to 10 p.m.), while trading from Wednesday and Thursday starts at 4:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
If you’re looking for more dishes to add to the chicken wings, Samual Grays also serves pizza, burgers, salads. The restaurant has a kids’ menu and most of the choices may be ordered online as well.
Sunday night is also a special night at Samuel Grays as there are live performances from local musicians.
“Put simply, you’re mad if you don’t go here. The wife and I decided to bypass the usual places and thought we’d give this a run, and I am so thankful we found this little gem. The pork burger was delicious, and there were too many beers to sample in one sitting. Staff was friendly and the service quick. A cafe like this has been sorely needed in the Albany Creek / Eatons Hill area for far too long, and they have nailed it. A number of other very tempting items on the menu will see me going back again and again.”
“Had a lovely meal here last night. Great range of Craft Beer, easy going atmosphere and homely meal selection for all the family. Left overs for lunch today…Popped in this morning for a quick coffee and bit to eat on the way to work, great to see a local Albany Creek business succeed at being a Bar, Restaurant and Cafe.”
Albany Creek residents and their pet dogs will soon be able to enjoy an off-leash area for dogs at John Leitch Memorial Park.
Construction work has begun for the facility. Councillor Mark Charlton announced on his Facebook page that works on the project started on the 4th of Feb. It is estimated to be completed within two weeks, weather permitting.
The off-leash area within the park will have separate enclosed facilities for small dogs and large dogs. Each area will also have water bubblers, waste disposal bins and ample seating for the owners.
Trees will also be planted and set-up at the park to provide the shade and cool air for park visitors.
The Moreton Bay Regional Council approved the construction of the off-leash dog area with a $40,000 budget. It has been included in the Council’s 2018/19 funding for Division 9 roads and infrastructure upgrades, as well as facilities renovation projects.
“Council’s 2018/19 budget focuses on local road and waterway projects, while continuing to promote a healthy and active lifestyle in our region through investment in sport and recreation facilities in Division 9,” the press release cited.
