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Bring Home A Special Cat Or Kitten On National Pet Adoption Day In Clayfield

Open your loving home to rescued cats and kittens this National Pet Adoption Day, happening on the 15th of February 2020 at the PETstock store in Clayfield.

In celebration of the Pet Adoption Month this February, various PETstock stores and pet rescue organisations nationwide will be participating in the sixth annual National Pet Adoption Day (NPAD). This event is led by PETstock’s charity, PETstock Assist, and its leading not-for-profit organisation, PetRescue.

Included amongst the participating pet rescue organisations in Queensland is Clayfield’s Little Legs Dog & Cat Rescue Qld Inc. They have partnered with PETstock Clayfield in support of helping rescued animals find safe and loving homes through adoption or foster care.

Little Legs Dog & Cat Rescue Qld Inc is a small pet rescue organisation dedicated to rescue and rehome at-risk small dogs and cats from pounds or in need of private surrender.

National Pet Adoption Day

Last year’s NPAD campaign had a remarkable result of 1,000 rescued pets finding their loving new homes. But there is still more work to do as there are still 200,000 pets living unclaimed in Australian shelters and pounds across the country.

This 2020, PETstock hopes to outmatch last year’s adoption numbers and find even more healthy, happy pets forever homes.

Cats and Kittens Up for Adoption

Interested in adopting a pet? Head over to PETstock Clayfield on Saturday, February 15th 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to get some free hugs and cuddles from all rescued cats and kittens.

*Photo credit: Little Legs Dog & Cat Rescue Qld Inc/ Facebook*

All pets available for adoption have up-to-date vaccines, have been desexed and have undergone a full health assessment.

For more information about PETstock Clayfield’s National Pet Adoption Day, click here.

Latest All You Can Eat Chicken Wings Buffet Opens in Hendra

Why are chicken wings buffet growing in popularity in Brisbane? The latest chicken wings eatery to open on the north side is in Hendra. You can find Chook Wings & Beer at what used to be The Hamptons on Gerler Road.

Chook is the newest endeavour of the restauranteurs behind establishments like Asian Republic, Chai Thai, Chapter IV, Phat Boy, Phat Elephant. Offering an all-you-can-eat chicken wings buffet for just $21.90, this foodie spot could be your next go to place for quick, affordable and easily satisfying meals.

Chicken wings buffet offers so much versatility. A basket full of chicken wings can be an appetiser, a full meal or a snack. Unlike other dishes, this food comes in a variety of flavours and sauces, giving every order a unique taste. At Chook, you can actually pick from six flavours but the owners plan to change the choices regularly.

The buffet comes with choices of unlimited sides as well, like fries (waffle or shoestring), coleslaw, or fried rice. However, if you fancy other dishes than wings, Chook also offers sliders that perfectly pair with their extensive selection of beers and siders from James Squire, Corona and VB, to name a few.

As a newly-opened chicken wings buffet, Chook is still finding its footing. However, as it’s operated by reputable restauranteurs, you can expect good food that lives up to the hype.

Chook opens for dinner seven days a week. Phone for table bookings and orders +61 7 3268 4331.

“Delicious wings, burgers & fries. Even though they were busy we didn’t have to wait long for our takeaway. If you love wings this is the place for you!”
~ Rachael Creese, Facebook

“Best wings we’ve had for a while. Buffalo & sweet n sour for the win. We’re going again tonight, expecting the line to be down the street because it’s a Friday but it’s worth it.”
~ Jasmin Taylor, Google Reviews

Pablo’s Mexican Cantina in Clayfield Resumes Trading After Long Holiday Break

After three weeks on holiday break, Pablo’s Mexican Cantina in Clayfield is back to serve Mexican street food delights that “bring people together and make their bellies smile.” The outlandishly decorated restaurant on Sandgate Road isn’t hard to miss with its bright and colourful interiors, bringing the lively vibe of Mexico.

Elements of Latin American culture are all over Pablo’s Mexican Cantina with its cacti sculptures, figurines and wall decorations. Long, cushioned seats in vibrant colours and quirky prints provide a spacious seating area, where you can find several throw pillows with Frida Kahlo’s image.

*Photo Credit: Pablo’s Mexican Cantina/Google Maps*

If you’re looking for authenticity, the food at this restaurant is all about traditional goodness. The menu lineup consists of a variety of cheesy, limey and satisfying choices, such as nachos, burritos, chili con carne, soft tacos, enchiladas, sizzling fajitas, quesadillas and chimichangas made from locally-sourced ingredients.

This restaurant has a licensed bar as well, serving sangrias, mezcal, frozen margaritas, tequila and cerveza.

By the counter are several gift items, if you’re feeling generous and eager to spoil your friend with tokens like hand-painted ceramics, indigenous earrings or quirky pinatas. If you’re really into Mexican flavours, you can also buy bottles of hot chilli sauce and spice rubs for your meals at home.

Pablo’s Mexican Cantina trades daily, except Mondays, beginning at 5:00 p.m. On some days, they serve a Mexi Banquet menu during happy hour. For reservations and other inquiries about their food, phone 0738623531.

“YUM! Tasty and filling, without the greasy after-taste you sometimes get with Mexican dinner. The place has Really friendly staff and enjoyable decor, which is combined with a varied but not overdone menu that has something for everyone. Reasonable drinks menu options too, including unlimited sparkling water for a small fee. Great value. Absolutely worth a visit!”
~ Simone Lane, Google Reviews

“This place Pablo’s Mexican Cantina has soul and the best tasty freshly daily made food to tantalize your taste buds. Great value for food and great service such an amazing atmosphere! To top it up the restaurant is run and owned by a great and amazing talented chef Debbie. Love the food and everything about Cantina.”
~ Ada Daher, Facebook

“Finally, there is a decent Mexican restaurant in Brisbane! Amazing authentic food. Great customer service. I will certainly be back. Highly recommend.”
~ Loren Cunliffe, Zomato

U-Tong Thai Brings Authentic Vegan Thai Cuisine to Clayfield

Satisfy your tastebuds with flavourful vegan dishes at U-Tong Thai Vegan Restaurant in Clayfield.

Craving for some Pad Thai, Panang Curry, or Mango Sticky Rice? You can spice up your day with authentic Thai dishes at U-Tong Thai Vegan Restaurant.

This cosy Thai eatery located at Sandgate Road in Clayfield prides itself in offering flavourful and authentic Thai food and other popular Asian dishes such as Laksa Noodle Soup, Fried Spring Rolls, Steamed Dim Sum, Crispy Konnyaku Ball and more.

*Photo credit: U-Tong Thai Vegan Restaurant/ Facebook*

U-Tong also specialises in freshly prepared vegetable dishes and other plant-based stir fry and curry meals that will surely suit any vegan’s preference.

Apart from vegan dishes, there are plenty of gluten-free, MSG-free, garlic-free and onion-free options available on the menu.

Must-Try Dishes at U-Tong

Haven’t decided what to order? Here are our top picks from U-Tong that you might want to try on on your next visit.

U-Tong Bao

For the entree, enjoy this mouth-watering platter of 3 pcs of soft buns with barbecue roasted vegetable duck and pickled carrots. A bite at this soft bao will definitely set you up in the mood for more dishes to try on at U-Tong.

Vegan Pad Thai

Ordering a classic Pad Thai is always a good idea. Enjoy a plate of authentic and vegan stir-fried thin rice noodles with vegetables, tofu, and peanuts. This is definitely a dish you wouldn’t want to miss.

Thai Green Curry with Pumpkin

Treat your tastebuds with one of U-Tong’s special curry dishes, Thai Green Curry with Pumpkin. All curry dishes have a choice of veggies only, veggies and tofu, or veggies and plant-based meat.

Opening Hours

Monday	11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday- Sunday	11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

For more table reservation and food delivery, click here.

War Survivor Celebrates 100th Birthday in Wooloowin

Wooloowin resident Ann Damen turned 100 years old on the 18th of Dec 2019. After nine children, 23 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren, Ann acknowledges that she’s had a good life as a Dutch native living in Australia. Her life, however, could have been cut short during the Second World War.

Ann was born in The Hague and still remembers the time the Germans occupied the Netherlands some seven decades ago. An airstrike from the British army retaliating against the Germans destroyed the home she shared with her husband and children. It was a miracle they all survived.

“I remember, but not fondly, we went through the war. With all our kids we didn’t have much to eat. It was very hard, but we made it,” she shared.

Ann, who lost her mother to tuberculosis at two years old, met her husband Pieter as a teenager. They married at the age of 20 years old in 1939, just before the Second World War broke.

In 1950, Ann and Pieter decided to uproot their lives in Australia.

“Because we had nine kids, and especially with six boys I was thinking, ‘Holland is lovely and beautiful but it’s very small so maybe it’s better if we go somewhere else’, so we decided to go to Australia,” Ann said.

The move took Ann some time to get used to. Before the war, she and her husband used to enjoy a leisurely walk at night in Holland. However, her neighbours in her new community would go to bed early with the streets so dark and quiet in Australia.

She also missed Holland, especially during the snow at Christmas time. Before long, however, she got comfortable with the nice and warm weather of her adopted country.

Sarina, one of Ann’s daughters, said that their mother’s love for her Australia sways with her love for her homeland.

“When mum watches the Olympics, tennis or swimming on the TV she always barracks for Australia, but if there are no Australians in the race she then barracks for the Netherlands,” Sarina said.

Until she was 99-years-old, Ann lived on her own in a unit in Newmarket. She has since moved to the Carinity Clifford House where she spends her time gardening, watching movies, singing and listening to music, playing Scrabbles and puzzles, and reading books by Rosamunde Pilcher and Cathy Kelly.

Carinity, established in 1949, is a non-profit Christian organisation with a mission to provide an affordable retirement community for the aged, the homeless and the struggling families. It has seven retirement lifestyle villages and 11 aged care centres spread out across Queensland, including the Clifford House in Wooloowin.

The Clifford House specialises in memory assisted living with the residents given access to. a team of medical experts like a GP, physiotherapist, podiatrist, dentist. The centre also has its own library, chaplain, hairdresser, and a community hall for various group activities and entertainment.

Satisfy Your Morning Cravings at this Brunch Spot in Hendra

Photo Credit: The Hamptons Restaurant/Facebook

Looking for a brunch spot where you can gather with family and friends? If you’re in Hendra, start your day at The Hamptons, a kid and dog-friendly cafe offering specialty coffee and an all-day breakfast menu.

The Hamptons’ philosophy is to bring people together and bond over good food. Breakfast is served seven days, with everything from light meals like croissants and eggs on toast to a big breakfast consisting of eggs, meat, veggies, and sourdough toast.

Sitting on a corner once occupied by The Tuckshop cafe (now moved down the road to 270 Nudgee Rd), this sleek cafe will satisfy your morning caffeine fix with a cup of cappuccino or latte from Campos Coffee. If you need something a little stronger to kickstart the day, order a shot of long black. Or have a cup of Piccolo when you’re up for a good milk-coffee experience. They have milkshakes and cold drinks, too, to match your favourite breakfast.`

Aside from bringing people together, The Hamptons aims to add a little finesse to traditional Aussie dishes. You’ll find old school dishes given a twist, like the bacon and egg rolls which combines maple cured bacon, organic egg cooked over easy, and smokey BBQ sauce all served in a soft brioche bun.

The main dining area (Photo Credit: The Hamptons Restaurant/Facebook)

Foods for your little ones include scrambled eggs, cheesy grin toasty, fluffy buttermilk pancakes, and dino-shaped nuggets. All of their kids’ meals come with a pop-top juice or babyccino, or you may upgrade to a delicious milkshake for only $3.

Photo Credit: The Hamptons Restaurant/Facebook

The Hamptons is located at 49 Gerler Rd, Hendra. They are open Mondays to Sundays, from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm. For bookings or more information about the cafe, follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

This Urban Playground and Adventure Park on Nudgee Road Isn’t For Kids Only

Unleash that daredevil within you at Australia’s ONLY indoor ski and adventure park at Nudgee Road, Hendra. Urban Xtreme is the ultimate playground for active children and daring adults who love a bit of a workout and physical challenge.

This adventure park features six sections where you can learn new skills, improve on your strength and endurance, release bodily and mental tension, or play an epic game with friends or family.

Xtreme Climb

The climbing wall has a creative and exciting route suitable for new or experienced climbers. Instructors will be on hand to guide and help guests as they take the top rope and lead routes or the auto belays and speed climbing.

There is no age limit to use the climbing wall but the auto belays have a weight limit (minimum 15kg/maximum 120kg). Guests between the ages of 8 to 12 may also sign up for climbing classes.

Ski + Snowboard

Learn and enjoy skiing and snowboarding all year round at this indoor facility. Build your muscles and hone your snowsports skills by trying the taster sessions or the public sessions.

Ninja + Parkour

Urban Xtreme’s obstacle course is built for the super adventurer in mind. This adventure park has a rock climbing area, several parkour platforms and an obstacle training course. All of these were designed to improve balance and agility — just like a ninja!

If you’re really serious about your ninja training, the adventure park offers a 10-week program for three different groups: 4 to 7 years old, 8 to 12 years old, teenagers and adults. Each class welcomes a maximum of 20 aspiring ninjas.

*Photo Credit: Urban Xtreme Ski + Adventure Park/Facebook*

Laser Tag and Dodgeball

If you’re not keen on training or learning for now, you can still enjoy the adventure park to round up your group for a game of laser tag or dodgeball or to celebrate birthdays or organise a weekend competition for bonding and team building. You may also enlist in the weekly social tournaments to make new friends.

Trampolines

Keep fit and have fun bouncing, flipping and rolling at Urban Xtreme’s extensive trampoline. This particular adventure park attraction is always a hit for any age. It’s also a great form of exercise that keeps you and your kids unglued to the screen.

Playland

The little ones also have their very own “extreme sports” section. Start their physical fitness early at the junior play gym, super slide, trampoline and a mini climbing wall.

Urban Xtreme offers Parents + Totts classes every school term.

Booking, Passes, Memberships and Parties

The facility operates based on bookings, which you can make in advance online. Urban Xtreme also offers passes and memberships for guests who might like to keep coming back to play or train.

The centre also open to hosting parties, events and functions. The coaches are also available for personalised and individualised training.

Take note of Urban Xtreme’s operating hours:

ADVENTURE PARK (Ninja Parkour/Laser Tag/Dodgeball/Trampoline/Playland)	Sun–Thurs: 10am–6pm Fri–Sat: 10am–9pm
SKI CENTRE	Mon–Tue: Closed (exclusive to group/private functions) Wed–Fri: 4pm–9pm Sat: 9am–9pm Sun: 9am–6pm
XTREME CLIMB	Mon–Fri: 4-9pm Sat: 10am-9pm Sun: 10am-6pm

Award-Winning Clayfield Seafood Markets Serves Fresh Seafood Meals Daily

Three years since Clayfield Seafood Markets rebranded, the fishmonger at 823 Sandgate Road has become the goto place for fresh seafood every day. The regular long lines out the front is a testament to their popularity and quality, which has grown enough to earn them a spot in the Top 10 Australian Fish & Chip Awards.

Clayfield Seafood Markets receives its supply of fresh deliveries six days a week direct from Australian fishermen. The food is cleaned, gutted and filleted from scratch and upon the customer’s orders.

The owners take pride in letting the customers enjoy a satisfying seafood meal than have them take much time to clean, prepare and cook the dishes at home. The restaurant’s chefs deliver high-quality seafood burgers and fish and chips, including gluten-free selections.

Clayfield Seafood Markets also offer beer-battered prawns, mussels or crab sticks, Panko crumbled sea scallops and homemade salmon with sweet potato pie.

*Photo Credit: Clayfield Seafood Markets/Facebook*

Breakfast or brunch selections at this dining place are a seafood feast with slices of smoked salmon served with fresh soft eggs.

However, the store also has a good selection of bacon, smashed avocado and banana bread for breakfast, or beef and chicken burgers for lunch, alongside salads and additional sides.

Clayfield Seafood Markets open from Monday to Friday at 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on the weekends at 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

“Our local for fantastic produce. They have a solid variety of Australian seafood. Must try the QLD snapper when in stock. Oysters always on pointe. Lovely staff. Great menu for take away too.”
~ Stephanie Oates, Google Review

“I buy fresh seafood here often, generally it’s awesome and as good as the place in James St New Farm. Wish they had Coffin Bay oysters still, way better than the Pacific ones.”
~ Sarah Anderson Nee Yip, Zomato

“Extra fresh and very good quality fish and chips. An enjoyable experience. Not the cheapest place but a good range of fish, prawns, oysters, etc…As it’s popular, it can get busy and have a bit of a wait.”
~ liketravelling11, Trip Advisor

Guardian Childcare & Education in Clayfield Observes National Open Day

Interested in sending your little one to a Guardian Childcare & Education centre? You and your child may freely explore and get a feel of the site at 791 Sandgate Road in Clayfield this October.

It’s the National Open Day across all Guardian Childcare establishments in Australia on Saturday, the 26th of Oct 2019. The early learning centre in Clayfield has prepared a packed three-hour schedule of activities for both children and parents.

This will be a great time for the parents to meet the educators at the Clayfield site whilst the children play, learn and have fun. They can observe first-hand how the educators approach and interact with the children.

*Photo Credit: Guardian Childcare & Education/Facebook*

Besides getting to know the staff and exploring the Guardian Childcare centre, visitors during the open day may also sample the menus.

The National Open Day will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Parents may also take advantage of the option to join the Twilight Tours of the Guardian Childcare centre in the CBD area on Thursday, the 24th of Oct 2019, at 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Established since 2004, Guardian Childcare & Education has over 100 sites around the country.

Wooloowin | Home to Two of the Best Disability Care Homes in Brisbane

For families looking for a disability care home for their loved one, there are two NDIS registered providers in Wooloowin that not only offers a range of services and accommodation options but have also been listed among the best Disability Care Homes in Brisbane.

The “Best in AU” has revealed its best disability care homes in Brisbane list which includes Willow House and Mercy Community, both on Chalk Street in Wooloowin, and Holistic Home Care on Queen St, Brisbane City.

A total of 100 key considerations were used in ranking the Best in AU candidates which may include businesses, people, or places in certain industry and/or geographic area. The rating checklist considers the candidate’s business history, services, pictures/media, opening hours, social media, website quality, awards and acknowledgements, and feedback and reviews, among other factors.

The “Best in AU” list is updated every three to four months.

About Willow House

Located at 52 Chalk Street in Wooloowin, Willow House offers Assisted Living and Respite accommodation. The Facility has been owned and managed for more than 30 years by the same family.

Photo credit: 2019 Willow House / willowhouse.net.au

Willow House offers fully furnished single bedrooms located at the Assisted Living floor with accessible bathrooms, two lounge areas; dining room; free wifi and phone; air conditioning; ceiling fans; and puzzle, art, and craft table plus medication assistance if requested.

Willow House also offers short-term accommodations located on the lower floor, with ensuite rooms, accessible bathroom and kitchenette, and activity and entertainment area.

About Mercy Community

Values-based service organisation, Mercy Community, offers a range of support options to help people with a disability pursue opportunities and to develop and learn. They offer support coordination to NDIS participants, support for daily activities, and supported employment through the Cookery Nook — an Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) providing professional quality catering service.

As far as living options, Mercy Community offers Supported Independent Living with a dedicated SIL staff providing assistance to help the individual manage a household, pay bills, participate in the community, and attend health care and employment needs.

On the other hand, Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), is tailored for individuals with long-term and complex needs.

Mercy Community is located at 12 Chalk Street in Wooloowin.