Sherwood State School’s Fete 2017 is fast approaching, with only a few nights to go before the 13th of May. At 150 years old, the institution is without a doubt “one of the oldest schools in the state.” In celebration of this amazing milestone, attendees to the upcoming school fete will “take a trip down memory lane” and reminisce their school years. A lot of school memorabilia will be put up on display during the event.
The proceeds from the previous fete days have notably been put to good use. The school now has a laser-leveled and top-dressed oval, new class iPads and laptops, and a new extension to the junior boys’ toilets.
The proceeds of this year’s fete will go towards the further development of school facilities. Possible upgrades on education materials will also be put into consideration.
Whether travelling with the family or sightseeing alone, visitors to Sherwood will find a neighbourhood that is packed with a lot of wholesome things to do for all ages. First-time tourists in the suburb are often confused on what to do and where to go, the moment they arrive. Here are five best things to do, when visiting Sherwood.
1. Explore the Sherwood Arboretum.
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Arboretum, in Latin, means “a place of trees.” At the Sherwood Arboretum, you will surely find this to be an understatement. It really is a place of trees. Over 1,100 trees. According to the residents of the suburb, these trees, along with those in Honour Avenue, were planted as a way of showing “respect” to the suburb’s war veterans.
Scenic views, fresh air from all of the trees, and if you are lucky, glimpses of wildlife will greet you as you set foot on the grounds of the Arboretum. When in Sherwood, this is one Instagram-worthy landmark you must not miss. The whole family (even your dog!) is welcome here.
2. Meet some wildlife at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
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See and experience the world’s first and largest koala sanctuary. The 18-hectare sanctuary is just 0.8km away from the Sherwood Arboretum. Feast your eyes on over 130 koalas. If you’re lucky, you may even get to cuddle one or two. Aside from koalas, there are also kangaroos and other beautiful Australian wildlife that you may hand-feed with care.
The Lone Pine sanctuary is open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. During the long Easter weekend, the place will run a four-day family fun for free. You may call them at +61 7 3378 1366.
3. Enjoy the view at Rocks Riverside Park.
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Only 1.7km away from the Sherwood Arboretum, a visit to Rocks Riverside Park is a great stress-reliever. This charming park an area that’s perfect for water activities on a warm sunny day. A barbecue picnic with friends in the wide, grassy park is always a good idea. Have lots of memorable, picture-perfect moments amidst the pretty flora and fauna.
4. Be inspired with healthy living at the Graceville Markets.
The Graceville Markets is a community-based event that is sponsored by the Souths Junior Rugby Club. Through the market, the club aims to promote a healthy lifestyle by showcasing local products. Enjoy a cup of delicious coffee with freshly-baked bread. Buy unique gifts. Meet new people and join the fun.
This weekend, there will be an “Easter Saturday Open & Trading” from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Admission to the Graceville Markets is free. The market is held every third Saturday of the month until 16 December 2017.
5. Visit the Corinda Library.
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The Corinda Library is not just a book haven. It is also a place for worthwhile indoor activities. Yes, do come and read a book. Browse through the bookshelves. Join a workshop too. This library welcomes anyone who desires to learn something new.
Earlier this month of April, the library held its Ozobots Treasure Hunt where participants worked in pairs to make a mini-robot go through a maze and find some treasure. On 12 April, a writing workshop for children will take place. Casey Ardon, author of Xavier Wintersbee and the Book of Virtues, will lead the event. On 13 April, there will be an Easter story time where you can participate in an egg hunt and listen to wonderful stories. The Corinda Library is a fun-filled establishment with events that are free for anyone to attend. Bookings are essential. For easy bookings, you may call +61 7 3407 7701.
At Sherwood, it’s easy to see that nature and nurture blissfully co-exist to make up one scenic and interesting suburb to visit. For public transport guides, timetables, fares, and other accessibilities, plan your trips in advance via Translink.
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A park in Oxley could be named after a rock music legend should a petition by locals be approved by the Brisbane City Council.
Maurice Murphy started a campaign to name the park at the corner of Oxley Rd and Lawson St after punk rock musician Ed Kuepper. This, after he found out that his punk rock hero was born in Oxley.
Murphy thinks that it will be “something cool” for the community, especially since not many people realise that The Saints was born in Oxley. He contacted Kuepper on Twitter to ask for permission and the musician gave a short, affirmative response.
ARIA Hall of Famer Kuepper formed The Saints together with his schoolmates Chris Bailey and Ivor Hay in 1973. He later performed with The Laughing Clowns and The Aints prior to going solo. The punk legend now resides in nearby Graceville, although his parents still live in their family home in Lawson St.
Murphy is also challenging the locals of Inala to jumpstart a similar tribute to Chris Bailey, who hails from that community.
To sign the petition, head over to the petition titled, Park Naming – Corner of Lawson Street and Oxley Road, Oxley found on the Brisbane City Council’s petition list. Petition will close on May 1st.
A group of locals is pushing for expanded service of the CityCat ferry to cover Tennyson.
Led by real estate agent Shirley Raven, the CityCat Alliance is gathering signatures and support for the proposal. Support for the idea looks strong as the group managed to gather 600 signatures in just 90 minutes when it brought the campaign to the crowd at the recent Brisbane International Tennis game.
Should a new ferry terminal be added to Tennyson and nearby suburbs, travel would only take an additional 5 minutes from University of Queensland in St Lucia. By car, travel time could take 40 minutes.
Ms Raven revealed that Brisbane City Council does not approve of the idea due to the added travel time for the ferry. Another consideration is the cost needed to construct the terminal. The council is also wary of erosion issues that could result from such a project.
Councillor Nicole Johnston of Tennyson supports the idea and said that she has been pushing to extend the route of the CityCat up to Chelmer but she was turned down by the Lord Mayor. Cr Johnston is happy with the community initiative as this will strengthen the call for new ferry terminals and extended service.
The city council currently operates 21 CityCats and nine monohull ferries. There are 25 terminals from Northshore Hamilton to The University of Queensland. The ferry service runs daily with regular services available every 15 minutes for most of the day.
For more information on CityCat and ferry services, visit the TransLink website.
The median house price in Brisbane increased 4.5 per cent in 2016, with Corinda leading all suburbs in terms of house price growth.
According to the rental and house price report from Domain Group, Corinda posted a 37.7 per cent growth in median house price in 2016. Median house value in the suburb stands at $840,000. The growth is primarily attributed to a good number of high-end sales that occurred toward the end of the year.
Place Graceville, a real estate agency specialising in Brisbane’s southwest corridor, sees good growth potential in Corinda, which is located some 10 km from the central business district.
Corinda is becoming an attractive place for younger families with the sudden increase of hip cafés and restaurants in the area. A younger population has also moved into the suburb after older residents moved out of pre-war houses.
Despite the upbeat outlook, the area is experiencing a continuous fall in unit prices. Unit median value dropped to 425,000, due mainly to stronger supply as well as some low quality properties. Unit prices, however, are likely to pick up in the coming year.
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Ms Raven revealed that Brisbane City Council does not approve of the idea due to the added travel time for the ferry. Another consideration is the cost needed to construct the terminal. The council is also wary of erosion issues that could result from such a project. 
