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Vinnies CEO Sleepout: Leading from the front on homelessness

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n 18 June, business and community leaders across the Canberra region will brave the cold in support of people experiencing homelessness. The Vinnies CEO Sleepout is about more than just one night outside, it’s about standing with those doing it tough and raising funds to support Vinnies’ vital services.

Business and community leaders give up the comfort of their beds for one night to help drive awareness and raise vital funds. Participants step outside their comfort zone, sleeping outdoors to highlight the lived experience of homelessness and raise critical funds for frontline services supporting vulnerable people across our community.

The experience is commonly described as challenging, humbling and confronting. For many, the night serves as a powerful reminder that homelessness is not abstract or distant and, as one participant reflected, “This shouldn’t be anyone’s reality.”

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message,” says St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/ Goulburn CEO Lucy Hohnen.

“Leaders aren’t looking away. They’re stepping up. Homelessness is not just about housing. It’s about dignity, stability and opportunity.”

Funds raised through the initiative directly support Vinnies frontline services delivering crisis accommodation, safe housing pathways, outreach, meals, assistance with cost of health services and long-term support. While the Vinnies CEO Sleepout is symbolic, its impact is tangible.

Each participant commits to fundraising within their networks, using their influence to raise awareness, mobilise support and drive change well beyond the event itself.

“It’s confronting and uncomfortable, but that’s exactly the point,” says a past participant.

“It changes how you think about the realities people face every night.”

Importantly, the Vinnies CEO Sleepout is also about leadership.

Participants use their platforms to challenge stigma, influence policy conversations and encourage long-

term solutions that address the systemic causes of homelessness, not just the symptoms.

As demand for services continues to grow, the need for visible leadership and community support has never been greater.

“One night can start a conversation, but sustained action is what changes outcomes,” says a past participant.

Homelessness is not a choice. It can be the result of housing insecurity, financial stress, domestic violence, mental health challenges and systemic disadvantage.

In just 12 months, from April 2025 to April 2026, the Vinnies Emergency Relief Helpline received more than 19,000 calls for help — approximately 70 every day.

In Canberra and surrounds, one in three people seeking assistance from Vinnies are reaching out for help for the very first time. Vinnies is seeing more people each day experiencing homelessness or at risk of falling into it as cost-of-living and housing pressures continue to grow.

People of all ages are sleeping rough, couch surfing or living in insecurity, often while working, raising children or managing complex health issues.

Every night on Night Patrol, Vinnies volunteers see just how much a simple meal and a warm conversation can mean to someone doing it tough. Thanks to the CEO Sleepout, Vinnies is able to keep this vital service on the road, serving more than 18,000 meals a year and making thousands of meaningful connections across Canberra.

The funds raised also help provide practical support, including mobile phones for rough sleepers so they can stay connected to housing and health services, as well as emergency financial assistance, food relief and material aid for families at risk of eviction.

Behind every number is a real person, someone rebuilding their life with the right support at the right time.

Now is your chance to step up and make a real difference. Use your influence, your experience and your voice to lead the way against homelessness in Canberra and the surrounding region.

Those who can’t sleep out can still make a difference by donating to a participant, to a team or to the ACT & Surrounds event.

With the end of financial year approaching, now is the time to act. Donations of $2 or more made before 30 June are tax-deductible, meaning you can support people experiencing or at risk of homelessness while also receiving a benefit at tax time.

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Dr Dalton supports patients who are trying to conceive, considering IVF, exploring egg freezing, or seeking answers after recurrent miscarriage, unexplained infertility or male factor infertility.

“I’m excited to be joining Genea Canberra and supporting patients across Canberra and surrounding regions,” says Dr Dalton.

“Fertility treatment is never one-size-fits-all, and I’m passionate about helping patients understand their options and feel supported throughout every stage of their journey.”

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Patients can access fertility assessments and ovulation tracking, IVF, ICSI, IUI and ovulation induction, as well as fertility preservation options including egg, sperm and embryo freezing.

With onsite pathology, sonography, andrology diagnostic services and a dedicated day surgery with specialist nursing staff, patients can access care in one location. The clinic also offers genetic testing, including PGT-M, PGT-A and PGT-SR, as well as a personalised donor program.

Dr Dalton takes a compassionate and practical approach to patient care, taking time to explain results, answer questions and guide patients through each stage of care, whether they are beginning fertility investigations, considering egg freezing, preparing for IVF or seeking a second opinion.

For anyone wondering whether now is the right time to ask questions, Dr Dalton and the Genea Canberra team offer a supportive place to begin, close to home.

Dr Dalton is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and is in the final stages of completing subspecialty training in IVF and Reproductive Endocrinology through the Certificate of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (CREI).

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3,307 push-ups in 24 days: Nick’s mission to honour his best friend

by BERNIE RYAN Registrations are now open for The Push-Up Challenge, an initiative of the Push for Better Foundation, taking place across Australia from 3 to 26 June, and local Nick Weickart is more than ready to do his part.

This will be the 6th consecutive year that 22-year-old Nick will participate in Australia’s largest mental health and fitness event.

He has a very personal reason for doing so.

In 2020, Nick’s best friend Robbie tragically took his life.

“I remember it still very clearly,” he says. “I was in high school during my study period and I received a text message asking if he (Robbie) was at school today. Later in the afternoon, I was in the school gym and received another text message, saying that he had … passed away in the morning,” says Nick.

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Nick reports that the shock upon receiving the news led him to proceed through the rest of the day, “in complete denial”.

It wasn’t until after school when Nick’s mother went to console Nick that he realised, “…this was real”.

“The 24 hours that followed were the most difficult 24 hours that I had experienced in my life,” he says.

Nick made a commitment when Robbie died to prioritise mental health throughout his life. Both his own and others.

“From that day onwards, life to me wasn’t the same,” he says. “I viewed life in a completely different lens and realised how precious it is and how life can disappear in an instant. I appreciate every day now.”

Nick will rally with other participants this year to complete 3,307 push-ups to remember and honour the 3,307 lives lost to suicide in Australia

Nick Weickart is taking part in The Push-Up Challenge in honour of his late best friend Robbie.

in 2024.

Money raised will support Lifeline, Headspace and the Push for Better Foundation.

Nick believes that conversations about mental health and suicide are as important as the money raised.

So, what would Nick say to someone struggling with their mental health?

“We are so lucky in Canberra to have so much support. Use it. It will be the best thing you’ve ever done,” he says.

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Canberra hospitals trial toolkit to help families spot delirium

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PREDICT implementation nurse Liam Crossman

Canberra hospitals are trialling a toolkit (PREDICT: Prevention and Early Delirium Identification Carers Toolkit) to help carers and families of older people recognise symptoms of delirium — a sudden, temporary, and severe state of confusion often mistaken for dementia.

But whereas dementia is a long-term progressive

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degenerative illness that cannot be reversed or treated, delirium is a short-term illness that can be prevented and cured.

Its onset might be hours to days, and it can be resolved in a day.

Untreated, however, it can last weeks or months; contribute to dementia or the risk of another episode of delirium; and even be fatal.

“We consider it a medical emergency, and it’s something we need to identify and treat,” PREDICT implementation nurse Liam Crossman said.

To that end, PREDICT is being rolled out in Canberra Hospital, North Canberra Hospital, and the University of Canberra Hospital, as well as in NSW and Queensland.

Available online, by smartphone, and on paper, the toolkit has eight information videos — 30 seconds long, and in plain English — and a checklist of seven yes/no questions: Does the patient know where they are? Can they focus properly? Are they drifting in and out

of conversations? Do their answers to questions make sense? Are they acting irrationally, or being uncooperative? Are their eating, drinking, and movement impaired?

If carers answer yes to four or more of those questions, they must tell the doctor or nurse they are concerned the patient might be suffering from delirium.

“A lot of carers I’ve spoken to about the tool have said: ‘I feel like we’ve had something like this happen to us before, but we didn’t know what to say,’” Mr Crossman said. “Now they feel they’ve been empowered, and they have more confidence to have those conversations with a clinician. It increases their knowledge and gets them involved with their loved ones’ care while they’re in hospital.”

Delirium is the second-most common hospitalacquired condition in Australia: more than half the patients admitted to hospital over 65 are at risk. It is a stress-response that can be caused by urinary tract infections or pneumonia, anaesthetic after surgery, undertreated pain, constipation, or disorienting changes in environment.

The symptoms are similar to dementia: confusion; agitation; difficulty focusing on a task or conversation; and seeing or hearing things that aren’t there.

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I have maintained for several years now that the poor old Poms will be the main stumbling block for AUKUS, due to their self-inflicted inability to do defence like they used to in the good old days of Maggie Thatcher and even Tony Blair.

However, the good news is that there appears to be a new kid on the block as far as future nuclear subs go. That is the impressive rising power of South Korea, which

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aims to have one in the water by 2035. I hope Japan gets involved as well. I also see no problem with us getting second-hand Virginia subs with still 20 years of life left in them in 2032, 2035 and 2038.

If the South Korean subs come off (or, better still, a Japanese or Japanese/South Korean/Australian sub), AUKUS — or should I say JAUKSKUS — will still work.

Nationally, opinion polls show Pauline Hanson and her One Nation Party continuing to go from strength to strength. Latest postbudget opinion polls show ON at 31%, ALP at 28%, LNP at 20%, and the Greens at 12%.

Angus Taylor and Matt Canavan are now making all the right noises but still are not cutting through.

As I’ve said before, it won’t matter provided you have a tight swap of preferences.

However, it seems the new member for Farrer needs to toe the party line. I heard he was intending to have three flags in his parliamentary office. Clearly, One Nation policy is to just have the Australian national flag. It’s One Nation after all, not three. If Pauline can’t discipline her troops and maintain consistent policies, then One Nation will fade like it has in the past.

One Nation needs to start recruiting and vetting potential candidates now. It needs to ensure they are all of a similar political mindset, have deep roots in their local communities, have actually done something in their lives, have real-life experience in their trades or professions, and be of good character.

The reason the ALP especially is so pathetic these days is because

so few of them have had any real jobs or real-life experience.

Albo only held a real job (as a Commonwealth Bank clerk) for one year when he was a young bloke.

One major problem with the budget was the fact it got rid of negative gearing and increased capital gains tax when Albo had promised (50 times, he said) he would not do so. He and his government are treating us all with contempt, but no doubt he feels he can do so with 94 members in the House and a pliant Greens Party he can always rely on. Sadly, however, it means we cannot believe a word he says or a promise he makes.

If we cannot take our politicians at their word, we are in a very sad state of affairs. No wonder One Nation is doing so well; they seem real and authentic, and what you see is what you get.

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Andrew helps The Big Issue celebrate 30 years of impact

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The Big Issue local vendor Andrew proudly displays the Special 30th Anniversary edition

This June, The Big Issue Australia is celebrating 30 years of impact with a nationwide campaign designed to put more money directly into the hands of Australians doing it tough.

At the heart of the campaign is a special $30 collector’s edition of The Big Issue magazine, available

Friday 5 June. $18 from every copy sold will go directly to the vendor selling the magazine, delivering four times their usual income per sale. The 68-page limitededition ‘bumper’ issue features a striking gold foil cover, shining a spotlight on the vendors, readers, supporters and contributors who have helped shape the organisation’s story.

Launching amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures and rising housing insecurity, the initiative provides vendors with a rare opportunity to significantly increase their earnings in a single month.

Beyond the magazine, The Big Issue creates opportunities for people to earn income, build confidence and reconnect with community through programs supporting vendors, like the Women’s Workforce employees, Community Street Soccer players and Classroom lived-experience speakers.

Andrew is one of The Big Issue’s local vendors and is delighted to be celebrating the milestone as one of the organisation’s local spokespersons.

Andrew has been selling The Big Issue for around three years locally and says that one of the reasons he loves doing so is his contact with people.

“It’s the connection,” he says. “I think it’s important to connect with people and hear their story and what they like about The Big Issue and find out how their day is and show interest in them. They are coming to buy the magazine from me so it’s a way of showing some kind of respect.”

Andrew says that being a vendor with The Big Issue has helped him financially and personally.

“Selling The Big Issue brings more confidence to me in selling something … which I’ve always shied away from,” he says.

Andrew encourages others to consider being a vendor due to the financial help it represents, and how he believes vendors start to feel about themselves.

“They will feel happier about themselves than accepting handouts,” he says.

Andrew also says that people often surprise him with their extra kindness.

“Sometimes people ...buy me a cappuccino or a donut,” he says.

Supporters can get behind the 30th anniversary by buying the special collector’s edition from a vendor during June. Those who wish to give more can support thebigappeal.org.au

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Graham Gathercole celebrated his 70th birthday by raising funds for local medical research through Canberra Hospitals Foundation

Through a grueling treatment regime, and the many side effects of medication, Graham pushed through the Christmas he thought he wouldn’t see, and in March, realised he should start thinking about his upcoming birthday. In gratitude for how far he’d come, he arranged a 70th birthday celebration, asking friends and family to donate to cancer research through Canberra Hospitals Foundation.

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“I feel extremely grateful and I feel God’s left me here to do something. I’ve just got to figure out what,” he said, tearfully.

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Hot chooks in a flap

by GEORGIA CURRY The Royal Canberra Poultry Show isn’t running late, it’s just that the Royal Canberra Show in February is too darn hot for the chooks.

It’s the only farm animal excused from the Royal Canberra Show and now that the weather’s cooled down, 2,500 feathered showgirls (and some good-lookin’ roosters) are putting on their best plumage for show-time.

Melissa Bonnitcha, Head of Poultry at the Royal National Capital Agricultural Society, owns Dutch Bantams and she recently won a gong at the Sydney Royal Show.

She gave Canberra Daily the low-down on her prep.

“You have to wash them and trim their nails and their beaks if they’re sticking out,” Melissa said.

“You can give their eyebrows a little bit of a trim and put a bit of oil on their combs and their wattles so that they look a bit special.”

To get the judges attention, the trick is to ensure sure that the chooks have the right amount of feathers (the judges will spread their wings and count them). You certainly don’t want your chook to be moulting.

“You’ve got to wash them about a week before the show because then they’ve got to get all their natural oils back in,” Melissa said. “You wash it all off them and then they preen themselves back up and look good for the next weekend.”

There’s also a mani and a pedi (cleaning the scales on their legs and trimming their claws if they’re a little bit sharp).

Melissa Bonnitcha, Head of Poultry at the Royal National Capital Agricultural Society, with her prize-winning Dutch Bantam.

This weekend, there will be 180 exhibitors from as far as Tassie and Queensland showing off their coiffed birds and 120 plates of eggs in front of 14 judges.

There’s a traditional section and a rare section – historically the trads usually win.

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Lifeline Canberra Bookfair returns to the city

Lifeline Canberra CEO Carrie Leeson.

The Lifeline Canberra Bookfair will return to the National Convention Centre next weekend, Friday 5 to Sunday 7 June — “the perfect way to kick off the Canberra winter by stocking up on cozy indoor activities and entertainment,” the organisation says.

Thousands of pre-loved books, puzzles, games, DVDs, CDs and collectibles will be sold to raise funds for Lifeline Canberra’s 13 11 14 crisis support service, ensuring no-one has to face their darkest moments alone.

“The Lifeline Canberra Bookfairs are a cornerstone of the organisation’s community fundraising efforts,” CEO Carrie Leeson said.

“Each bookfair generates essential funds to support the training of crisis support volunteers, while giving the community a fun, meaningful way to engage — whether through donating books, volunteering time, or finding their next great read.”

Special finds include a collection of historical

Meanjin journals; a dedicated section on Musical Theatre including sheet music from musicals, books, programs and CDs; books in French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Spanish and other languages; and vintage children’s books.

Ms Leeson said the event would not be possible without the community’s support.

“Our volunteers, team and stakeholders are the heart of Lifeline Canberra. Their commitment ensures we can continue to raise life-saving funds for our crisis support service. We’re so grateful to everyone who makes this event happen — it’s a true testament to the power of community.”

For more information, visit: lifelinecanberra. org.au/bookfair Venue: National Convention Centre, 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra City Dates and time: Friday 5 June – 9am to 6pm Saturday 6 June – 9am to 5pm Sunday 7 June – 9am to 4pm

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GIVIT donation of the week: Dining table and chairs GIVIT is an ACT Government partner working with an organisation that offers transitional housing for individuals and families who have been sleeping rough, escaping DV, or who are at risk of homelessness. They are currently seeking support for an elderly man who is finally moving to his new home. This elderly man has finally been granted long-term housing after living in shared transitional accommodation. Since he had no income, he has very few personal belongings and is needing support with furniture and basic household items. GIVIT is requesting the donation of a dining table and some chairs to furnish his new home. Your support will mean a lot as he settles into a safe and comfortable living environment. Generous Canberrans can donate a dining table and chairs or fund its purchase. 100% of your financial donation will be used to purchase what’s needed. To help please visit: GIVIT.org.au/what’s-needed, search; Location State: ‘ACT’, Keywords: ‘dining table and chairs’ and Suburb: ‘Holt, 2615’.

Friends ANBG Thursday Talks Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens will host a Thursday Talk on 11 June 2026 at the ANBG Theatrette, opposite the ANBG Visitor Centre, 12:30–1:30pm. Adjunct Professor Rick McRae from the Bushfire Research Group, School of Science, UNSW Canberra, will present a talk on bushfires on Black Mountain. Bookings: trybooking.com/DKZGB. Gold coin, note and EFTPOS donations support Friends ANBG special projects.

CWA Gungahlin winter stall CWA Gungahlin will hold its Winter Stall on Saturday 13 June, 9am–1pm, at Gungahlin Village near Coles. Browse a range of handmade winter items including scarves, beanies and gloves, along with homemade jams, lemon butter, marmalade, relishes, chutneys, biscuits, slices and cakes. The popular hand towels and CWA merchandise will also be available.

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VIEW Clubs Queanbeyan: The next meeting will be held on Thursday 18 June, 12pm for a 12:30pm luncheon, at the Tourist Hotel, Monaro Street, Queanbeyan.

Connie Park from BDN Lawyers will speak about wills, power of attorney and guardianship. RSVP to Irene on 0438 231 003 or queanbeyanview@gmail. com by Sunday 14 June.

Yerrabi: The next meeting will be on Thursday 18 June at the Eastlake Gungahlin Club, Hinder Street, Gungahlin, 11am for an 11:30am start. Joanne Twible from KJB Law will speak about retirement village legalities. For more information, email Cheryl at chanily3@bigpond.com.

Tuggeranong Day: The next lunch meeting will be held on Tuesday 16 June, 11am–2pm, at the Lanyon Vikings Club, Heidelberg Street, Conder. Guest speaker Sandi Logan will discuss his latest book Betrayed, with $5 from each book sold donated to VIEW. Cost is $37 for a two-course lunch. RSVP

by Friday 12 June to Sharron on 0422 799 913 or kupke@internode.on.net.

HYH submissions Submissions to our free Have You Heard community noticeboard are reserved for charity, not-for-profit and community organisations. Deadline for submissions is 10 days prior to the Thursday edition date. Email your submission with essential details – who, what, where, when, cost, contact details – to news@newstimemedia.com.au with ‘HYH’ in the subject heading. Flyers and attachments not accepted. Due to space restrictions, please keep it brief. Please note: publication in print is not guaranteed.

Million men at risk of prostate cancer Around one million Australian men may be at increased risk of prostate cancer due to family history, yet many remain unaware of their risk, prompting the launch of a new national survey ahead of Men’s Health Week. The five-question survey aims to better understand community attitudes towards testing, treatment access and barriers to care. Nearly 29,000 Australian men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year and more than 4,000 die from the disease annually. The survey can be completed at pcfa.org.au/mens-health-survey

Mid-year sale at St Ninian’s Market@The Meeting Place will host its Mid-Year Sale on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 June, 9:30am–1pm, at St Ninian’s Uniting Church, corner of Mouat and Brigalow streets, Lyneham. The indoor winter sale will feature treasures, white elephant items, jewellery, winter clothing and coats, craft, books, plants, toys, jams, relishes and more. Morning tea and a sausage sizzle will also be available.

Narrabundah Probus Club meeting The next meeting of the Narrabundah Probus Club will be held at 11:15am on Tuesday 9 June at the Harmonie German Club. Visitors are always welcome.

Guest speaker Geoff Fraser, Director of Geochronology and Stratigraphy at Geoscience Australia, will present “How old is that rock? And how do we know?”, exploring how geological time is measured and what it reveals about Earth’s history, extinction events and natural resources. canberradaily.com.au

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People see a successful outcome and assume that the win was brought by luck. But the wins are more likely made from discipline, judgment, persistence or simply showing up consistently enough to notice the opportunity when it appeared. Luck tends to find people who are already in motion.

Noise, novelty and constant input will grab your attention quickly and create engagement, but they can also exhaust your nervous system over time. Best gravitate to calm. You’ll find it less instantly rewarding but give it time. You’ll earn satisfaction from giving your mind space to imagine.

While contemplating his reflection, Narcissus got stuck there.

Was it his beauty? The perfect glass of water? Human nature in general? The trap is avoidable if you keep moving. Focus intently on what you’re doing, and you won’t give a single worry about what you look like doing it.

Seeing new places with someone will create a shared sense of discovery. Away from routine, people reveal different sides of themselves and develop trust through experience. A change of scenery refreshes connection and gives a relationship new emotional territory to explore together.

You love it when an entire day feels magical and cinematic. But meaningful experiences don’t have to be long and sprawling to count. A concentrated moment can pack the same emotional power. Let go of expectations of and drama. Stay tuned to small moments of impact.

This week taps your extraordinary skill for reading rooms. Effective communication depends on it.

Instead of coming in strong with what you want to say, you’ll shape your message to fit the audience.

People respond well to you because they feel like you see, understand and care about them.

Sometimes you look back in fondness, and other times memories are painful. This week, you’re happiest when you look forward. The challenges you face are not about understanding the past but accepting it so you keep stepping into the beautiful tomorrow you are building.

Life isn’t a simple board game with a clear set of rules. It’s multidimensional, with countless paths and changing rules. But don’t let the multitude of options overwhelm you. You know your values. This week keeps bringing you back to them. Trust your inner guidance.

You’ll have just the right amount to do – enough to make the days snappy but not stressful.

Opportunities are a bit hidden.

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This week shows you examples of people pursuing things that won’t actually fulfill them. Wanting well is an art. It takes wisdom to desire what will truly support your wellbeing. What you want will point in the same direction as what you need – brilliant. It will be easy to progress and sustain momentum.

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This week, Jeff Popple reviews three good crime novels to snuggle up with this weekend.

More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com

Dissection of a Murder

by Jo Murray

Macmillan, $34.99 Fans of clever, twisty courtroom dramas will eagerly devour Jo Murray’s stunning debut, Dissection of a Murder. Young London lawyer Leila Reynolds is surprised when she is given her first murder case. The victim is a well-known judge, and the accused is a minor crook, Jack Millman, who Leila previously represented. Jack, who specifically requested Leila, is refusing to talk, and she only has limited time to concoct a defence, in what seems to be an unwinnable case, while keeping her own secrets buried. This is a very enjoyable legal thriller that features riveting courtroom scenes and dazzles with its final surprises. Highly recommended.

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Ironwood

by Michael Connelly Allen & Unwin, $34.99 Michael Connelly is in good form with his second novel about Detective Stilwell from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office, who has been ‘exiled’ to a low-key policing role on Catalina Island.

His caseload mainly involves small acts of vandalism and unruly tourists, but when a drug bust goes wrong, and officers are shot, he finds himself benched from the investigation. With time on his hands, he looks into a strange disappearance that leads him to Detective Renée Ballard and a very active cold case. Ironwood is vintage Connelly, with great police detail, steadily building suspense and a tense and unexpected ending.

Where Truth Ends

by Mark Smith Macmillan, $34.99 Melbourne climate protestor Meg Maher thought that she was engaging in a peaceful demonstration, but when it ends in a violent explosion, she finds herself on the run.

The authorities label it a terrorist incident, and every anonymous member of her group becomes a suspect. As the investigation closes in, Meg is forced to question everything about what happened, who did what, and whether the group was infiltrated by other elements who now want her out of the way. Where Truth Ends is a highly charged thriller that ventures into new territory for local crime writing and provides both excitement and interesting political insight.

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THEATRE

Dial ‘M’ For Murder 29 MAY – 6 JUN Dial ‘M’ For Murder by Frederick Knott.

A classic thriller made famous by the Alfred Hitchcock movie of the 1950’s.

Belconnen Community Theatre from 29 May to 6 June. Opens this week and runs all weekend. Fri 7:30pm, Sat 2pm, 7:30pm, Sun 4pm. Tickets: Canberraticketing.com.au. Tickets also at the door. Don’t miss it!

Belconnen Community Theatre, 29 May to 6 June; tempotheatre.org.au

MARKET

Little Burley Market Winter Wonderland 6 JUN Queen Elizabeth Terrace will come alive with cosy winter market stalls, handmade goods, multicultural food and warming drinks from Canberra’s diverse community. Visitors can also enjoy the return of the Multicultural Soup Celebration featuring delicious soups from around the world.

The Little Burley Market, Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes, Saturday 6 June; thelittleburleymarket.com.au FUN

Science Time: Dinosaurs 11 JUN Bring your 3–5 year old along for a dino tastic Science Time session at Questacon, where curious young minds explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs. Through playful questioning, hands on experiments, creative activities and simple crafts,

children discover how dinosaurs lived and how we learn about them today.

Questacon, Thursday 11 June; questacon.edu.au EXHIBITION

Rear vision: The Holden collection 12 JUN Take a drive through the story of an Australian icon in Rear vision: the Holden collection at the National Archives of Australia in Canberra.

Trace Holden’s journey from a 19th-century saddlery to ‘Australia’s Own Car’ and its lasting impact on the nation’s economy, industry and identity.

National Archives of Australia, exhibition opens Friday 12 June; naa.gov.au MARKET

Canberra Fashion Market 21 JUN

including clothing, shoes, boots, bags, jewellery, accessories and much more. The full fashion spectrum is covered.

Fitter’s Workshop, Printers Way, Kingston, Sunday 21 June; canberramarkets.net.au/ category/fashion-market MUSIC

One Direction Tribute 26 JUNE Mooseheads presents a One Direction Party dedicated to the songs, memories and pop moments that defined a generation of fans. Guests can expect a highenergy night of One Direction favourites, fan singalongs, nostalgic throwbacks and dancefloor moments celebrating one of the world’s biggest boy bands.

Mooseheads, Friday 26 June; moshtix.com.au/v2/event/onedirection-tribute/195891

The Canberra Fashion Market is packed with stallholders selling new and quality pre-loved fashion,

Now sh wing Power Ballad (M)

At a wedding reception in Ireland, lead singer Rick Power (Paul Rudd) earns the ire of his cover band by singing one of his own original songs. At the band’s next gig, Rick bonds with former boy band singer Danny Wilson (Nick Jonas) over a drunken, late-night jam session, where Rick plays the young and hungry artist one of his own, original songs.

From the writer/director of Once (2007), Begin Again (2013) and Sing Street (2016), the movie similarly crafts a drama around the creation of music, with a musical refrain that develops alongside the story. Rick is an American singer/songwriter who gave up on his popstar dreams to stay in Ireland and raise his child. Still brimming with idealism and creativity, Rick recognises a kindred spirit in Danny, an artist looking to strike out on his own and rebrand himself as canberradaily.com.au

a serious musician. Whereas Rick believes he partook in a fun, artistic expression of ideas, the ambitious Danny takes the product of their collaboration and runs with it to the top of the pops.

Similar to the story of the origin of former boyband member Robbie Williams’ break out hit Angels (1997), the movie looks into the legalities of ownership of a creative work, the pull of stardom and what is at stake: Danny’s reconciliation with what he has done to a fellow artist, and Rick’s relationships with his family and friends in his quest for justice and commercial recognition.

Verdict: Another feel-good movie with a great hit song.

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Burnout is often talked about as a workplace problem, something that happens to doctors, teachers, executives, or people who are chronically overworked.

But burnout is not limited to paid employment. It develops anywhere there is ongoing pressure, emotional responsibility, and little opportunity to properly rest or recover. This includes unpaid roles such as parenting, caring for ageing parents, supporting an unwell partner, managing a household, volunteering, or being the emotional organiser for everyone else.

Burnout is not a personal failing or weakness. It is what happens when the nervous system stays under strain for too long without enough relief, recognition, or support. Eventually, the body and brain respond by

slowing motivation, dampening emotion, and reducing capacity to keep going.

Burnout rarely arrives suddenly. Early signs include ongoing exhaustion that doesn’t improve with rest, reduced motivation, feeling emotionally switched off, increased irritability or cynicism, and difficulty concentrating. Physically, burnout can show up as headaches, muscle tension, poor sleep, frequent colds, or digestive problems. Emotionally, people may feel tearful, numb, resentful, or trapped. In unpaid roles, particularly caring, burnout is often accompanied by guilt.

Why? In paid work, burnout is often driven by excessive workload, lack of control, unclear expectations, or feeling undervalued. People may notice dread before the workday begins, procrastination, emotional withdrawal, or a sense that no matter how hard they try, it is never enough.

Unpaid burnout is often less visible and more socially minimised. Parents and carers frequently carry constant responsibility with no clear boundaries, no sick leave, and little external validation. The work is relentless and emotionally demanding.

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Burnout in others often shows up as withdrawal, irritability, reduced patience, or changes in mood.

Someone who was once engaged may seem negative or disconnected. A key warning sign is loss of flexibility, when a person feels, they must keep going, even when it is clearly taking a toll. So what to do…….

1. Name it early. Persistent exhaustion, resentment, or feeling emotionally switched off are signals that something needs attention.

2. Reduce load, not just improve coping. Burnout is rarely fixed by better time management alone.

Something often needs to be paused, delegated, or let go.

3. Rebuild basic recovery first. Sleep, regular meals, movement, and breaks are essential for nervous system repair.

4. Set boundaries without over-explaining. “I can’t do that right now” is sufficient.

5. Let worth exist outside productivity. Rest is not something to earn. It is required.

Recognising burnout early allows repair, rather than collapse.

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Hearing loss, cognitive load, and dementia What we know — and why hearing health matters more than ever

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or many years, hearing loss was viewed as an isolated issue of the ears.

Turn the television up a little louder. Ask people to repeat themselves. Learn to “live with it.”

But modern research is telling us something much bigger.

Untreated hearing loss does not simply affect communication. It can affect how hard the brain must work every single day — and growing evidence suggests it may also play an important role in cognitive decline and dementia risk.

Importantly, this does not mean hearing loss “causes” dementia directly.

However, the connection between hearing health and brain health is now one of the most significant areas of research in audiology and ageing medicine.

And the findings are difficult to ignore.

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One of the most widely discussed studies in this area was published in The Lancet, identifying hearing loss as one of the largest potentially modifiable risk factors for dementia.

Researchers estimate that addressing hearing loss may help reduce dementia risk in some individuals — particularly when hearing difficulties are identified and managed earlier.

That is an important distinction.

Hearing aids are not a cure for dementia. Nor can we promise prevention.

But evidence increasingly suggests that supporting hearing and communication may help reduce cognitive strain and improve quality of life as we age.

What is “cognitive load”?

To understand the connection, we first need to understand cognitive load.

When hearing becomes more difficult, the brain must work

significantly harder to interpret speech and sound.

Many people with hearing loss describe feeling mentally exhausted after social situations, struggling to follow conversations in noisy environments, finding it difficult to keep up in group settings, or feeling “foggy” after long periods of listening.

This happens because the brain is constantly trying to “fill in the gaps” of missing sound information.

People begin lip-reading without realising it. They rely heavily on facial expression and context. They mentally predict missing words. They repeatedly strain to separate speech from background noise.

In other words, listening becomes work.

Over time, this increased listening effort may reduce the brain’s available resources for memory, concentration, processing speed, and social engagement.

Social withdrawal: the hidden consequence One of the most common things families notice is not necessarily the hearing loss itself, but the withdrawal that follows.

Someone who was once social may slowly stop participating in conversation. Restaurants become overwhelming. Family gatherings become frustrating. Background noise becomes exhausting.

Eventually, some people begin avoiding these situations altogether.

Unfortunately, social isolation itself is also associated with poorer cognitive health outcomes.

This is one reason hearing loss is now viewed as much more than simply an “ear problem.”

Communication is deeply connected to emotional wellbeing, relationships, confidence, independence, and brain stimulation.

“But they can hear me sometimes…”

Hearing loss often affects clarity more than volume.

Many people can hear that someone is speaking, but struggle to clearly understand speech, particularly in background noise.

This can lead to misunderstandings where family members believe

someone is ignoring conversations, confused, forgetful, or developing memory issues.

In reality, they may simply not be hearing speech clearly enough to process it accurately.

This is why a proper hearing assessment is so important.

Can hearing aids help?

Research in this area continues to evolve, but studies suggest that appropriately managing hearing loss may support improved communication, reduced listening fatigue, better social engagement, improved confidence, and potentially reduced cognitive strain.

Modern hearing technology has changed dramatically over the past decade.

Today’s devices can help improve speech clarity, particularly in challenging listening environments, while also reducing the effort required to follow conversation.

For many people, this can be life changing.

The most important message Hearing loss should never be dismissed as “just getting older.”

If you or someone you love is withdrawing from conversation, struggling in noisy environments, increasing the television volume, asking for repetition frequently, or appearing increasingly fatigued by communication, it may be time to seek support.

A hearing assessment is an important first step.

Not because hearing aids are a miracle cure.

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by VINCENT SAMARAS Red Rock Gorge may be one of the Canberra’s hidden gems. Located near Kambah Pool, the walk combines a peaceful track, river views and a red rock formation that feels a little out of place in the ACT. Where is it? Red Rock Gorge is located west of Kambah with the best access along the Centenary Trail starting at the Kambah Pool carpark.

Getting there: Park at the Kambah Pool carpark and head along the Centenary Trail. Once you reach the Red Rock Gorge

Lookout (which offers a nice view but it gets much better), keep going around another 1km where you will see a small unmarked trail off to the right.

The path down to the rock wall is a little steep and you may have to climb over some larger rocks, but head down and you will be rewarded with a spectacular view of the red rocks. I went on a dry day which was easy to manage, but not entirely sure what it’s like when there has been rain.

Verdict: A peaceful walk through open bushland with some nice river views along the way.

It’s not overly difficult, not too crowded and the dramatic red rock

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The view from Red Rock Gorge, one of Canberra’s hidden walking gems.

walls make for a satisfying finish.

The only slight downside was not spotting much wildlife, aside from the sounds of birds throughout the walk. If you haven’t done this one yet, definitely add it to your list.

Distance: Around a 7km return Time: 2-3 hours Difficulty: Easy-moderate Worth it? Absolutely Do it again? Of course, next time it sunset Rating: 8.5/10

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$2,162,000 Purnell

1/11 Pollock Street, Chifley

$1,040,000 Ray White

80 A'beckett Street, Watson

$2,100,000 Hive

54 Hawdon Street, Ainslie

$1,030,000 Home by Holly

7 Evadell Street, Gungahlin

$1,786,000 Marq

8 Oak Place, Queanbeyan

$1,020,000 White Rhino

$1,000,000

Ainslie 100 Majura Avenue LJ Hooker

2 Claxton Crescent, Lyneham

$1,585,000 Purnell

24 Legge Street, Downer

$1,010,000 Maloneys

36 Manoa Street, Denman Prospect

$1,550,000 Confidence

100 Majura Avenue, Ainslie

$1,000,000 LJ Hooker

3 Wybalena Grove, Cook

$800,000 Ray White

7 Aston Crescent, Cook

$1,500,000 Hive

7 Rolland Place, Flynn

$985,000 Marq

10 John James Loop, MacGregor

117 Sculthorpe Avenue, Whitlam

$1,490,000 Confidence

11 Gladys Lister Street, Franklin

$957,500 Stone

$795,000 The Property Collective

17 Vaughan Gardens, Narrabundah

$1,350,000 Blackshaw

5 Quinlivan Crescent, Dunlop

$950,000 Agent Team

39B Legge Street, Downer

$1,305,000 Home by Holly

273 Antill Street, Watson

$935,000 LJ Hooker

18 Hopetoun Circuit, Deakin

$1,300,000 Hive

16/47 Foxall Street, Holder

$920,000 Independent

37 Benalla Street, Crace

$1,283,500 Marq

2 Hunter Close, Jerrabomberra

$920,000 Ward

160 Kent Street, Hughes

$1,260,000 Civium

26 Kinkora Place, Crestwood

$910,000 LJ Hooker

55 Rollston Street, Amaroo

$1,255,000 Stone

85 Beattie Crescent, Chisholm

$895,000 McIntyre Property

1/11 Chaffey Crescent, Ainslie

$1,250,000 Ray White

14 Goodhart Crescent, Dunlop

$894,000 Ray White

4 Collier Street, Curtin

$1,245,000 Home by Holly

36 Warrumbul Street, Ngunnawal

$886,000 Home by Holly

9 Feagan Street, Googong

$1,200,000 White Rhino

59 Martley Circuit, Calwell

$875,000 LJ Hooker

3 Sutton Place, Farrer

$1,185,000 My Morris

6/8 Trevillian Quay, Kingston

$870,000 Suburbia

7 Murrell Place, Flynn

$1,170,000 Edge

5 Doughty Place, Gilmore

$855,000 My Morris

24 Hannan Crescent, Ainslie

$1,100,000 Home by Holly

31 Patrick Brick Court, Queanbeyan

$830,000 Ward

6 Flint Street, Googong

$1,097,500 White Rhino

9/49 Fullston Way, Holt

$812,500 Agent Team

1 Turriff Street, Chisholm

$1,070,000 Ray White

59 Carlile Street, Evatt

$810,000 LJ Hooker

16 Pollack Street, Googong

$1,060,000 White Rhino

12 Whitmore Crescent, Watson

$805,000 LJ Hooker

84 Goodwin Place, Lyneham

$1,050,000 Home by Holly

107 Jim Pike Avenue, Gordon

$803,000 Hive

91 Wunderly Circuit, MacGregor

$783,000 Irwin Property

5 Duguid Street, Bonner

$770,000 Impact Properties

10/32 Doeberl Place, Queanbeyan

$770,000 Ward

131 Tom Roberts Avenue, Banks

$761,234 Jonny Warren

106 Oodgeroo Avenue, Franklin

$760,000 Confidence

46 Bronhill Street, Moncrieff

$735,000 Carter + Co

30/76 Stockman Avenue, Lawson

$730,000 Blackshaw

3 Heighway Street, MacGregor

$711,500 Ray White

31 Baynton Street, Richardson

$695,000 Hodgkinson

2/17 Hakea Street, Queanbeyan

$670,000 Ward

3B Myles Connell Crescent, Gordon

$660,000 McCann

11 Lingiari Court, Ngunnawal

$651,000 LJ Hooker

16/72 MacLeay Street, Turner

$642,500 Belle Property

68/1 Nanango Way, Watson

$632,000 The Property Collective

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Incredibly just moments (2 min drive) from the iridescent blue waters & powder white sands of Boydtown Beach, along a sealed driveway flanked by majestic eucalypts Yarran Homestead is revealed. Nestled on 120 coastal acres superbly sited providing unrestricted 360° bay, ocean & hinterland views. Bespoke 3BR residence (sundrenched Northerly aspect) with verandahs all round, gorgeous polished concrete floors throughout & fully smart wired. Comprising sumptuous open living & dining areas resplendent with raked ceilings, stone fireplace & split sys, quality kitchen feat European appliances & oak island bench.

The whole living zone effortlessly transitioning out to a paved & covered alfresco/bbq area. Luxurious king size master suite (water views of course) decadent fully tiled ensuite, custom joinery, stone bath & twin vanities, twin showers, WC, heated floor + a dream fully integrated soft close WIR. Both BR’s 2 & 3 are generous in size with plenty of robe space whilst BR 2 feat chic ensuite (heated floor). Sleek fully tiled main bathroom & laundry with built-in joinery. Other improvements inc carport, workshop, mains power + 13kw BTG solar system & town water. With one eye to the future the property is zoned for subdivision (STCA). Simply a coastal triumph.

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Boasting unrestricted spine tingling views of Eden’s famous harbour & fishing fleet, where mighty cruise ships dock & leisure craft bob on their moorings then beyond capturing views across world famous Twofold Bay all the way to the majestic Mt Imlay, outstanding 4 bedroom quality built residence featuring large rooms, high ceilings & comprises main living and dining areas with riveting water views across North Bay and to Aslings Beach. Family/informal dining transitioning out to a magic patio/pergola to enjoy the mesmerizing views. Well equipped laminex kitchen complete with large pantry & breakfast bar, king sized master suite inc walk in robe, large ensuite (2 way bathroom) shower, vanity + separate wc, both bedrooms 2 & 3 with BIR’s plus amazing views. Downstairs to rumpus room (small kitchenette) large 4th bedroom adjacent bathroom (shower, vanity) + sep wc perfect for guest accommodation, separate unit, teenagers etc. Huge double garage adjacent workshop and laundry leading out to easy access rear and side yards complete with plenty off street parking and fully established surrounds. Irreplaceable!

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Arborist

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Bathroom Renovations

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Bathrooms & Kitchens

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Carpet Laying

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Cleaning Service

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Construction

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Decks

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Electrical

44

Excavation

44

Fencing

44

Garden Maintenance

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Gardening

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Gutter Cleaning

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Handyperson

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Home Renovations

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Painting

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Plumbing & Gasfitting

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