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When people first start thinking about hearing aids, they often already have an idea of what they want. “I want the smallest one possible.” “I don’t want anything behind my ear.” “I want one nobody can see.” “I just want something simple.” These are completely understandable preferences. But choosing a hearing aid is not 6

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quite like choosing a pair of glasses, a watch or a new phone. The hearing aid you want may not always be the hearing aid your hearing needs. A good hearing-aid recommendation should consider much more than appearance. Your type and degree of hearing loss, ear anatomy, dexterity, eyesight, lifestyle, listening environments, technology requirements and even the health of your ear canals can all

influence which style is most appropriate. And sometimes, the right solution isn’t just the hearing aids themselves. There is more than one style of hearing aid Modern hearing aids come in many shapes and sizes, and each has advantages and limitations. Receiver-in-canal (RIC/RIE) hearing aids are among the most commonly fitted styles today. A small device sits discreetly behind the ear, with a thin wire leading to a receiver in the ear canal. They can accommodate a broad range of hearing losses and offer access to sophisticated features, rechargeable options, directional microphones, Bluetooth connectivity and wireless accessories.For many people, they also provide flexibility if hearing changes over time. Behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aids use a device behind the ear connected to an earmould or earpiece. They can be an excellent choice where greater amplification, robustness or ease of handling is required. In-the-ear (ITE) and in-the-canal (ITC) hearing aids are custom-made to fit within the ear. For some people, their larger controls and singlepiece design can actually make them easier to manage than very tiny devices. Then there are completely-in-canal (CIC) and invisible-in-canal (IIC) devices, which sit deeper within the ear and appeal particularly to people concerned about visibility. They can be excellent devices – for the right person and the right hearing loss. But smaller doesn’t automatically mean better. Why can’t I simply choose the smallest one? Because hearing aids have a job to do. A very small hearing aid has limited physical space for microphones, batteries, wireless components and other technology. Depending on the device, choosing something extremely small may mean compromising features such as rechargeability, Bluetooth connectivity, directional microphone capability or compatibility with certain accessories. Ear anatomy matters too. Not every ear canal can comfortably or safely accommodate every style. Most importantly, your audiogram matters. Some hearing losses require more power or greater control of sound than a tiny device can appropriately provide. Others require a particular acoustic fitting to reduce feedback and ensure enough useful sound reaches the ear. For some people, a custom earmould may be recommended when they would much prefer a tiny open dome. That recommendation isn’t being made because the clinician hasn’t listened to what the client wants. canberradaily.com.au

It is being made because we have. The goal isn’t simply to put a hearing aid in your ear. The goal is to help you hear and understand as well as possible. “But I’m wearing my hearing aids and I still can’t hear!” This is another important conversation. Even the best hearing aids do not restore normal hearing. They are sophisticated miniature computers that can analyse the listening environment, emphasise speech, manage competing noise and provide amplification appropriate to an individual’s hearing loss. But they still have limitations. Distance is one. Background noise is another. Imagine sitting at the opposite end of a long dinner table. The person you want to hear may be several metres away, while conversations, plates, glasses, music and other noise are happening much closer to your hearing aids. Your hearing aids cannot change the laws of physics. This is where hearing accessories can be enormously valuable. Sometimes we need to bring the voice closer A remote microphone can be placed near, or worn by, the person you want to hear. Their voice is transmitted wirelessly to your hearing aids. Instead of asking your hearing aids to find one voice several metres away among competing sounds, we effectively bring that person’s voice directly to you. For some people, this can make an extraordinary difference in meetings, restaurants, lectures, community groups, family gatherings and even conversations in the car. Similarly, a TV accessory or TV streamer can canberradaily.com.au

transmit television audio directly to compatible hearing aids. This can provide clearer sound without continually increasing the television volume for everyone else in the room. Other accessories may help with phones, computers, meetings and other specific listening situations. This is why hearing rehabilitation should never be reduced to simply: “Here are your hearing aids.” The hearing aids are only part of the solution Successful hearing rehabilitation starts with understanding where you actually need to hear better. Is it one-to-one conversation? Restaurants? Family gatherings? Meetings? Television? The telephone? The theatre? Work? The golf club? Hearing grandchildren from the back seat of the car? Those answers matter. Sometimes changing the hearing-aid programming will help. Sometimes changing the physical fitting will help. Sometimes a different hearing-aid style is appropriate. And sometimes the hearing aids are already doing exactly what they should – and we need another piece of technology to bridge the remaining listening gap. So, should your preferences matter? Absolutely. You are the person who has to wear the hearing aids. Cosmetics, comfort, convenience, rechargeability, connectivity and ease of handling should all be part of the discussion. But they should be considered alongside your clinical needs. A good clinician should be able to explain why a particular style is being recommended, what the alternatives are, and what you may

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Lifeline Canberra volunteer Lindsay Roe with the organisation’s Dare to Care Bear and new CEO Shane Rattenbury.

25 years of listening: Lindsay answers Lifeline Canberra’s millionth call by BERNIE RYAN

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n 2001, Lindsay Roe decided to do a counselling skills course so that he might be a better manager at work. “I was a manager, and I felt that I needed a few more skills, so I did a course at the University of Canberra at the time, and that was in community counselling,” Lindsay said. At the end of the course, he was advised that he could either “hang up your shingle now” or “volunteer with Lifeline”. The opportunity to receive professional supervision and support through Lifeline appealed to him. So, Lindsay started volunteering and, 25 years later, on Monday 14 September 2026, he took the one millionth call to Lifeline Canberra as one of more than 350 volunteer crisis support workers. One million calls for help since Lifeline Canberra started in 1971. For Lindsay, the milestone is about more than just that one call he answered.

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“There’s an awful lot of calls that came before the millionth call,” he said. “It was nice to have that millionth call … but there’s a lot of people who have taken calls up to that point.” The milestone comes amid growing demand for Lifeline Canberra, with calls to the service increasing by 60 per cent over the last two financial years. Since Lindsay’s first four-hour stint, he has completed a shift every two weeks, including on the day of this interview. He estimates he has taken approximately 4,000 calls in that time. As well as the callers themselves, what keeps Lindsay returning to Lifeline Canberra? “I think it’s the support and the feeling of family,” he said. “We’ve got the same sort of ethos, I guess, of trying to be of assistance to people who are in crisis, and so we get that support as well when we take a tough call.”

Shane Rattenbury, the new Lifeline Canberra CEO, who has had a long association with the organisation, agrees that the team are a very special group of people. “We’ve got an extraordinary array of volunteers. There’s around 900 here in Lifeline Canberra,” Mr Rattenbury said. “Those that take the calls in the centre, but then there’s also the Lifeline Book Lovers Lane at the Fyshwick Markets, and the book warehouse, where all those terrific book donations we get from across Canberra get sorted.” Speaking halfway through his first day on the job, Mr Rattenbury is also acutely aware of the increasing nature of calls to the service and the challenges ahead. While he and the Lifeline Canberra team are grateful to have been there for those one million callers, they have not forgotten the calls they have been unable to answer. “One of the tricky things for Lifeline is that not every call gets answered,” he said. “There is always lots of need out there, and with that growth we saw in calls over the last financial year, the demand is strong. “So, we really appreciate the support from the community.” Twenty-five years ago, one of those community members, Lindsay Roe, decided he wanted to be a better manager and did a course. He and his colleagues could not have imagined just how much better they have undoubtedly made Canberra. Through the lives of a million Canberrans, and their friends and families, and the inevitable ripple effect of it all. Is Lindsay heading off anywhere soon? “No, I’ll stick around as long as they want me,” he said. “While I still can, I’m quite comfortable in doing it because I feel I’m contributing.” Mr Rattenbury added, “People know that Lifeline’s always there for them. People really trust Lifeline.” [pull quote] Meeting Lindsay and some of the team, it’s no secret why. To learn more about Lifeline Canberra or to donate, visit lifelinecanberra.org.au If this story raises concerns for you or someone you know, support is available from Lifeline on 13 11 14 canberradaily.com.au

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Canberra Airport proposes covered stadium at Commonwealth Park by NICHOLAS FULLER Canberra Airport has unveiled plans for a covered stadium beside Commonwealth Park that could accommodate up to 36,000 people, arguing the venue would attract major sporting events and international concerts while revitalising the city centre. The proposed stadium would be built at Regatta Place on Commonwealth land occupied by Archbishop’s House (the official residence for the head of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn) and adjoining car parks. Canberra Airport says discussions with the Catholic Church have been positive and are continuing. “Canberra deserves a stadium of which it can be proud, one that brings people together, creates economic growth and strengthens the heart of our city,” Canberra Airport CEO Stephen Byron said. “This is about creating a better experience for fans and visitors, supporting local jobs and businesses, and ensuring Canberra can compete for the major

events that currently pass us by.” The concept is inspired by New Zealand’s Te Kaha stadium, which opened in Christchurch earlier this year, at a cost of $531 million AUD. Canberra Airport said it would undertake architectural design, construction costings, and an independent assessment of the proposal’s economic and social impacts. It said it was willing to contribute to developing the proposal, but did not seek to own or operate the stadium. Both the Property Council of Australia and the Canberra Business Chamber welcomed the proposal, saying a central stadium would support tourism, hospitality, and businesses in the city centre. The ACT Government said it was aware of the stadium proposal submitted to the Commonwealth Government, noting the proposed site was Commonwealth land and therefore primarily a federal matter. “New ideas will always generate discussion, but at this stage this remains a concept and any future

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consideration would depend on detailed assessment, planning and approvals led through Commonwealth processes,” a government spokesperson said. The Canberra Liberals backed the city stadium, but said the government would have to be dragged to the table. “The Property Council is right. In a perfect world, the best place for a new stadium is in the city,” Canberra Liberals leader Mark Parton said. “This is not an argument about cost because the spend required for a meaningful refurbishment of GIO Stadium is similar to the spend to deliver a city stadium.” Canberrans can follow Our City. Our Stadium. On Facebook and @OurStadiumCanberra on Instagram.

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There does seem to be an appetite for independents, and for change generally, in politics at the moment. Will it last until the next ACT election in October 2028? One new party is betting it will, promising honesty, competence, practicality and transparency. The Civics Party of Australia was co-founded by Clare Carnell and Dean Lambkin, and I caught up with Dean recently, although Clare was away for work. Clare is a barrister who was involved with Independents for Canberra in the lead-up to the 2024 election, an experience Dean says gives them plenty to learn from. Dean trained as electrician,

previously worked in law enforcement, and now works as a construction project manager. Their pitch, to borrow from The Cars 1982 hit, is to shake it up. Dean told me that the government of the territory should be about what the citizens need, not party ideology. Much of that means getting back to the basics, such as roads, rates, and rubbish. as Kate Carnell famously put it (which I quoted in my own inaugural speech). He likened running the territory to his day job as a project manager: Find the problems, fix them, deliver on time and on budget, and be accountable for the result. Candidates, he told me, will be chosen for competence rather than connections or years of party membership. Think of s skills-based board rather than a pack of ideologically-driven party zealots (my words, not his). Four or five potential candidates are apparently already in discussions, to be announced in batches. What about actually governing? In our 25-seat Assembly, a majority requires 13 seats to govern.

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Dean says the party is seeking to govern – not be a noisy protest party. If they fall short, he says, they could potentially work with anyone – Labor, Liberals, Greens or Independents (or even, I hesitate to think, could there be One Nation candidates at the next election?) – provided there was genuine alignment on values, and it wouldn’t sell out to do a deal. He’s seen too much chopping and changing of agreements to want any part of that. For now, the Civics Party is looking at contesting the ACT election, but they have not ruled out going bigger, such as the next federal election. Clare, who must tire of constantly being compared to or reminded about her famous mother, former ACT Chief Minister Kate Carnell, certainly has politics in her blood. She resigned from the Liberal Party in the hope of finding a better way of doing politics. You can hear my full conversation with Dean on the Bite-sized politics podcast on Spotify. With exactly two years to go until the next ACT election, there is time to find the right candidates, develop policies, and build a team and profile. Whether Canberrans are ready to shake it up, we can only wait and see at the next election in 2028.

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I attended a Nick Tyrrell fundraiser last Sunday featuring former senator Linda Reynolds. Nick is putting his all into trying to win back the Senate seat lost in spectacular fashion by Zed Seselja to David Pocock in 2022. Pocock went on to easily win the top spot in 2025 with over 40 per cent of the primary vote, with the ALP’s Katy Gallagher getting the second spot with a primary vote of about 31 per cent. The Liberals got about 18 per cent of the vote. Pocock is still hugely popular and works very hard for his constituents. He does champion the ACT, but he has also supported some very

left-wing causes not conducive to Australia’s best interests, in my view. Still, he seems to have his finger on the pulse of this basically well-off, inner-city, left-wing electorate. Katy, with a vote just below a quota, seems a sure thing, especially as the Green preferences should go largely to her. How can Nick possibly win? Well, it’s hard. He has started early and is championing things like the woes of local businesses, which are doing it hard due to a combination of federal Labor and local Labor policies and red tape. Just look around our shopping centres to see how many closed businesses there are. Nick is getting a good reception there due to his efforts, but he needs to get at least 30 per cent of the vote to have a chance. He is unlikely to get it off the popular Pocock, so he has to get it off Katy. Katy needs to be on 25 per cent or less for Nick to have a chance of winning. If he got 30 per cent of the vote and One Nation and maybe

one or two other right-of-centre parties, like Family First, got 5 per cent of the vote and he got their preferences, he’d have a quota. He needs to stay in front of Katy in the count. One big thing going for Nick is the fact that Katy has now been a politician since 2001, 27 years by the time of the next federal election. She is a major Cabinet minister in an unpopular government. This will help non-Labor candidates, even in the ACT, but Katy may also suffer, in my view, for being one of the “mean girls”. What she and the federal government did to two very decent and wrongly maligned women during the Brittany Higgins saga, Linda Reynolds and her chief of staff Fiona Brown, was unforgivable. Nick needs to pursue this vigorously, as well as the fact that Katy has been there too long, and even the best politician gets stale and complacent after too many years in power. Winning back the Senate seat is a hard ask, many would say impossible, but Nick Tyrrell seems to be giving it a red-hot go.

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Shadows night club closes by GEORGIA CURRY Shadows Night Club in Civic has closed suddenly after just over two years of operation. Owner Andrew Heaney announced the closure on social media late last night, with bands booked for this weekend having to be quickly relocated to other venues. The owners said they’d “fought hard to keep it going but sadly we have lost this fight”. “The inevitable decision was sudden, but we’ve probably had an inkling we were heading this direction for a couple of months,” Andrew said. “We have fought to get through the winter downturn – there’s always a downturn in Canberra during winter – but we’ve just hit a financial position that we can’t get out of without some drastic action.” Andrew said there were a number of economic factors that impacted the venue, including light rail construction works. “Crowd numbers are non-existent at times,”

Andrew said. “Civic’s nightlife is only really being supported by the uni students that live local. It’s kind of foot traffic and nothing else because there’s no late-night transport, governmentprovided transport. There’s no parking.” Shadows opened just as construction of the Stage 2A light rail phase began, which isn’t due for completion until 2027-28. “We tried to hang in on the premise that once the construction’s done, the world will be better,” Andrew said. “Unsure if that’s true or not, but we didn’t make it that far.” The live music venue on East Row has had a difficult past. Previously named Sideway, it closed its doors in June 2024 but was taken over by Andrew and renamed Shadows. “The reason we took over a venue was about not further flooding the market and diluting the audience that was already there,” he said. “But if people can’t get somewhere, park somewhere, have a decent night out, then it’s just not going to occur.” Andrew is hopeful that a new owner will take

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Canberra scholars honoured for services to Italian culture by NICHOLAS FULLER Two Canberra scholars have been honoured for their services to Italian language and literature, including translating the sources of Shakespeare’s plays and transforming the Dante Alighieri Society into a cultural organisation. Dr Michael Curtotti and Dr Sergio Sergi were appointed Cavalieri dell’Ordine della Stella d’Italia (Knights of the Order of the Star of Italy) – a rank bestowed for promoting friendly relations and cooperation between Italy and other countries – in a ceremony at the Italian Embassy last month. Dr Curtotti: The Italian sources of Shakespeare On a plane trip to Italy, Dr Curtotti, a lawyer at ANU, watched the 1998 film Shakespeare in Love, and was disappointed that Italy was only mentioned once. “Although it’s a great movie, a fantastic piece of art in its own right, it was disappointing because it didn’t explore or it didn’t have an opening to appreciate the

world behind the play,” Dr Curtotti said. “That was a trigger to start working on the translations.” His translation of Bandello’s novella (Aldila Press, 2023) was followed by Cinthio’s Desdemona (2025), a translation of “Un capitano moro” (“A Moorish Captain”), the source of Othello, Shakespeare’s great tragedy of malice, jealousy, and race. He also commissioned Rhianna Spooner to direct a short film, dramatising the scene where Romeo learns of Juliet’s supposed death. Now Dr Curtotti is working on translations of the sources of Much Ado About Nothing and Twelfth Night (also from Bandello) and Measure for Measure (from Cinthio) – part of a series called Shakespeare Begins. Dr Curtotti said he was very touched to receive the award. “It’s a really lovely recognition of the work that I’ve been doing to bring the Italian versions that inspired Shakespeare to a broader public,” he said. Dr Sergi: Language, learning, and the humanist tradition

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While Dr Curtotti traces Italian culture through texts crossing languages and centuries, Dr Sergi carries it through classrooms, public lectures, cultural events, and community institutions. “A respected academic and sincere friend of Italy, he has worked with dedication to promote intercultural dialogue and strengthen ties between Italy and Australia in the fields of the visual arts and literature,” the Embassy stated. Dr Sergi said the honour “means a public recognition of something that gives me enormous pleasure to do anyway, and that is to promote education, to promote knowledge, to promote Italian culture – but just culture generally… To me, literature, language, is as essential as eating and sleeping.” To read the full article, visit canberradaily.com.au

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Comedian Adam Kay turns Christmas on the wards into comedy gold by BERNIE RYAN

Adam Kay is bringing his latest show to Canberra on 3 December.

Bestselling author, comedian and Britain’s ’twelfth-favourite doctor’, Adam Kay, returns to Australia with his hilarious festive live show, Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas Live. Following the international success of This Is Going to Hurt, Kay is back on stage with a laugh-out-loud celebration of the festive season, featuring entries from his bestselling Christmas diaries alongside all-new stand-up, original Christmas songs and the outrageous real-life stories that have made him one of Britain’s most beloved storytellers. “I don’t know what it is about

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Christmas,” he says from his home in Oxfordshire. “Maybe it’s the alcohol, but I think my particular favourite was a woman who came to the emergency department having decided to insert a full string of Christmas lights and then turn them on, which caused quite a lot of small burns inside... Kay adds that “I guess that brings new meaning to the phrase ‘I put the fairy lights up myself.’” Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas Live is packed with jaw-dropping anecdotes like this, from Kay’s life as a doctor on the wards of a National Health Service hospital in the UK. In it, he recounts the unforgettable Christmases spent delivering babies, treating bizarre festive injuries and retrieving everything from baubles and chocolate wrappers to remote controls and the noted fairy lights from places they were never meant to be. How Kay became a BAFTAwinning author, TV writer and comedian after leaving his role as an obstetrics and gynaecology junior doctor remains a mystery to him. “Everyone likes a disgusting story. What can I say?” he quips. There is more to it than that, however. After believing, on the back of a tragic event which occurred on a labour ward shift, that he “… wasn’t made of the right stuff for the job,” Kay says that he stepped away from medicine after six years of study and eight years of work. “I realised I didn’t have sufficient armour to deal with that happening ever again,” he said. However, whilst practising medicine, Kay faithfully made regular diary entries. Did he intend anyone to read them? “Oh, absolutely not,” says Kay. “When I was writing the diaries, I had no concept that I would ever do anything with them other than occasionally dip into them to upset friends at dinner parties and things

with my horrible stories.” Yet, it was these diary entries that revealed Kay’s latent talent and predilection for comedy and became the success of This Is Going to Hurt and his subsequent works This Is Going to Hurt spent over a year on the Sunday Times bestseller list, was translated into 37 languages, won ten national awards, and sold over three million copies. It is a very, very funny book. The audiobook, read by Kay himself, as with his other books, including Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas and Undoctored, is even more hilarious thanks to Kay’s comedic oration. It’s no surprise then that as a live performer, Kay has also sold out numerous West End seasons and international tours. His live tour of This Is Going to Hurt was attended by over 350,000 people, and Undoctored was the bestselling show of the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe. “Sitting down in a theatre with a glass of beer and listening to someone making you laugh can be just what you need to decompress – because, after all, those diaries were in the first place my own way of decompressing,” says Kay. Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas Live is a heartfelt and hilarious tribute to the doctors, nurses and healthcare workers who spend the holiday season on the front line – while the rest of us are unwrapping presents. Equal parts comedy, celebration and behind-the-scenes glimpse into hospital life, the show is the perfect pre-Christmas night out. Adam Kay brings his Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas Live show to Canberra Theatre on Thursday 3 December. For more information, visit canberratheatrecentre.com.au/ show/adam-kay-2026

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Canberra volunteers wanted for next generation of guide dogs by NICHOLAS FULLER Dogs, they say, are man’s best friend – but for people living with blindness or low vision, Guide Dogs can be a lifeline, helping them be confident, free, and independent. Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is calling for more Canberra volunteers to raise the next generation of guide dogs. It takes more than two years to breed, raise and train a guide dog: puppy raisers look after dogs from eight weeks to 14 or 15 months, teaching them the basics of everyday life. The pups then spend months of intensive specialist training at the Guide Dog Centre in Sydney. “The need for Puppy Raisers is constant, and more local volunteers mean more puppies can start their journey here in the ACT,” a spokesperson said. Clare Smith has been raising guide dog puppies since the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, and finds it incredibly rewarding. “I’d seen through personal friendships the profound effect that a guide dog can have on somebody’s life, their mobility, and their sense of self, because they can actually get around and be independent,” says Clare. Her puppies have become guide dogs; PTSD support dogs for veterans; and therapy dogs. The puppies are assessed and matched to their abilities. Clare teaches them basic commands (sit, drop, stay, and heel) and everyday skills like toileting, feeding, sleeping routines, and walking nicely on a lead – “All you would like your pet dog to achieve,” she says. But the puppies also learn not to react to, and to bypass, other dogs in the street; not to spark up at buses; canberradaily.com.au

settling calmly at home; impulse control (waiting to be fed); and confidence in public environments. Clare took her puppies to her workplace, shopping centres, and cafés – anywhere a guide dog will work. “Your main role is teaching them the social habits that are appropriate for their work later on,” Clare says. “You’re teaching the dog social skills and what’s important – and also how to be a dog as well, how to play, because they can’t always be working.” The puppies become, Clare says, “part of the family, a part of your life in your home”, and photographs of her dogs adorn her walls. “The challenge is saying goodbye – it’s a bit heartbreaking,” Clare says. “You get really proud of them. You know that you’re preparing them for this work that they’ve been bred to do. We always say that to ourselves when we have to say goodbye.” There is a human puppy development adviser, too: Daniel Devenish. He provides one-on-one training, advice, and assessment support. Guide Dogs NSW/ACT provides regular training and support for volunteers. They meet every week to go through foundation classes where puppies learn commands that will stand them in good stead to do harness work and work with trainers, Clare says. The organisation also covers the costs associated with raising puppies, including food, veterinary care, and preventing fleas and ticks, so volunteers are not out of pocket. “Having a puppy is full on work, but you’re really supported with Guide Dogs in that they’re a great organisation to volunteer with,” Clare says. The key requirements of puppy raising are a safe and secure home

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and yard; access to a car; enough flexibility to ensure the puppy is not left home alone for more than four hours at a time; the ability to commit time to training and socialising the puppy; and the puppy must sleep indoors and be part of the household. Five of the organisation’s newest pups officially graduated last month. Three – Adari, Gabby and Hayden – will be guide dogs; Haze a wellbeing dog at Goodwin Aged Care; and Lou an

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GIVIT is working with an organisation that provides support to people who are at risk of housing instability due to financial hardship and other complex circumstances. They are currently seeking support for a family with a new baby facing significant hardship. The father was forced to stop working due to serious health complications and is now awaiting brain surgery. They have been struggling to pay rent and are about to lose their home. This family survives on a limited Centrelink income and urgently needs support with essential household items and baby supplies. GIVIT requesting nappies for a newborn to help ease the family’s burdens. Your donation will provide much needed comfort during this difficult time. Generous Canberrans can donate nappies for a newborn or fund the purchase of this item. 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: ‘nappies - newborn’ and Suburb: ‘Richardson, 2905’.

The Canberra Photographic Collectors’ Society will hold its biannual camera market on Sunday 18 October, 10.30am–1.30pm, at the Canberra Irish Club, 6 Parkinson Street, Weston. Browse a wide range of cameras and photographic equipment, from antique to digital, available for sale from local and interstate vendors. Free admission and parking.

Friends ANBG Thursday Talks Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens will host a Thursday Talk on 22 October, 12.30–1.30pm, at the ANBG Theatrette, opposite the ANBG Visitor Centre. Brad Desmond will present “Myrtle Mayday: Safeguarding our vulnerable Myrtaceae species from Myrtle Rust”. Bookings: trybooking.com/ DNXHC. Gold coin, note and EFTPOS donations support Friends’ projects at the ANBG.

Market@TheMeetingPlace – St Ninian’s Market@TheMeetingPlace at St Ninian’s Uniting Church will be held on Friday 23 and Saturday 24 October at the corner of Mouat and Brigalow streets, Lyneham. This month’s feature is books, puzzles and games, along with DVDs, clothing, jewellery, treasures and more. Morning tea and lunch will be available.

National Circuit Makers Market A Makers Market will be held on Thursday 12 November, 11am–2pm, in the courtyard at 4 National Circuit, Barton. The lunchtime market will showcase local Canberra makers, artists and small businesses, offering a range of handmade goods, unique products and food. Come along to discover local talent, pick up something special and support Canberra businesses. Entry is free.

Conder Craft Group Conder Craft Group meets on the first Thursday of each month, 1–3pm, at the YWCA Mura Lanyon Community Centre, Sidney Nolan Street, Conder. Bring along your sewing, knitting or other craft projects and enjoy a friendly afternoon with fellow crafters. New members are welcome. Cost is $3. For more information, call 0406 380 508.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church Garage Sale Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Emu Bank, Belconnen, will hold a garage sale on Saturday 24 October, 8am–12pm. Browse clothing, bric-a-brac, books, jigsaw puzzles, jams and homemade baked goods. EFTPOS available. Proceeds will support playground refurbishment for the two playgroups that meet weekly at the church.

Gungahlin Day VIEW Club The Club will meet on Wednesday 28 October, 11.30am for 12pm, at Gungahlin Lakes Golf Club, Nicholls. Guest speaker Tim from Lids4Kids will discuss the charity’s work recycling plastic bottle lids into useful products. Cost is $35 for a two-course lunch. Visitors are welcome. RSVP to Helen on 0413 923 933 by 9pm Sunday 25 October.

Kangara Waters Spring Market Kangara Waters Retirement Village, Belconnen, will hold its Spring Market on Saturday 17 October, 8.30am–12.30pm. Browse a variety of stalls and bargains, meet Constable Kenny Koala and fellow police officers, and enjoy coffee or lunch at Birrigai Cafe.

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bowl and set aside. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the same pan. Tumble in the onion and fennel slices and put the lid on. Sweat over medium heat for 8 minutes. When the timer goes off, toss in the grated apple and garlic and stir about for another 2 minutes, until fragrant and softened. Pop the sausage meat out of the casings, straight into the pan. Crank the heat up high to help render out the fat, breaking the meat with a wooden spoon. Fry for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally and giving the pan the odd shake until the meat cooks through. Return the sprouts to the pan, along with any of the buttery juices in the bowl and the outer leaves of the brussels sprouts and toss to introduce the ingredients to each other. Keep the pan sizzling for the sprouts to absorb the flavours, then switch off and taste for seasoning,

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adding salt flakes and freshly cracked black pepper as needed. Serve with dollops of sour cream and dabs of hot English mustard, finished with fennel fronds, salt flakes and a final crack of black pepper.

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Former Canberra resident Jordan Prosser will bring his novel Blue Giant to the festival, exploring millennial despair through the story of someone who has seemingly given up on life on Earth and considers escaping to Mars. Reality television fans can also hear from former US Survivor contestant Stephen Fishbach, who will discuss his novel Escape and the world of reality TV. Other events explore love, careers and quarter-life crises, while popular storytellers Marc Fennell and Matt Bevan bring history to life. For Andra, the diversity of the program reflects a simple message: the festival is for everyone. “A lot of people ask me who is a writers’ festival for. Well, the answer is everybody,” she said. “It’s for writers, readers, those that just love fantastic conversations, want to talk about books, want to see some comedy, have a night out.” And while the festival celebrates the written word, Andra believes there is something equally special about bringing audiences and authors together in the same room. “It’s absolute magic when the audience meets Canberra Writers Festival artistic director Andra Putnis is spreading the love of books. the author,” she said. “You see all of these excited faces, glimmers of understanding and recognition as authors just give themselves and answer questions about who they are and why they write.” She said the experience creates a connection that goes well beyond the pages of a book. “It’s just such a warm human-to-human writers festivals are simply quiet conversations VINCENT SAMARAS interaction, and it’s just so much fun.” between authors and dedicated readers. And for those who have “What people don’t realise rom thought-provoking conversations never attended a writers festival, about the modern writers festival to comedy, romance and evenings Andra has one piece of advice. is it’s a huge entertainment event,” It’s out with friends, the Canberra Writers “Don’t feel like you need to she said. Festival is showing there’s much more absolute have read the book first. Don’t That entertainment will be to a writers festival than just books. magic when the do anything except come and be on full display at Verity Lane, Celebrating its 10th anniversary in audience meets yourself and just have a fun night which will become a hub of lively 2026, the festival returns from 15-18 October the author. out,” she said. afternoon and evening events as with the theme For the Love of Books, bringing a The Canberra Writers Festival part of the after dark program. diverse program of authors and entertainment to runs from 15-18 October with With a range of lively shows numerous venues across the city. events across the city. To and conversations on offer, audiences can enjoy And in a world of AI and endless scrolling, explore the 2026 program or to the entertainment while grabbing a bite to eat Canberra Writers Festival artistic director Andra book tickets, scan the QR code from one of Verity Lane’s food vendors or a drink Putnis believes there’s never been a better time or visit canberrawritersfestival. from the bar. to celebrate the simple joy of reading and the com.au “If you’re wanting your book events with connections that come from sharing stories. a glass of wine, perhaps something to eat, “With this world we’re facing, where everyone gathering your mates, having a bit of a laugh, seems to be on warp speed, and we’ve got so then this is the venue for you,” Andra said. much screening and scrolling, it is time to all get Among the featured guests is San Franciscobehind books and just relax in the simple act of based author Elaine Castillo, whose novel turning the pages,” Andra said. Moderation explores social media, virtual reality But while books remain at the heart of the and artificial intelligence. festival, Andra is keen to challenge the idea that

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This week, Jeff Popple reviews an enticing mix of novels and non-fiction books for mid-spring reading. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com

The German Ward by Pip Williams Affirm, $34.99

Pip Williams’ The German Ward is an emotional and engrossing novel about forbidden love and memory. In 1915, an English nurse in a field hospital in France is assigned to the German ward where they look after prisoners of war. Disrespectful of authority, the nurse falls forbiddingly in love with a German doctor on the ward. Over a hundred years later, an art historian in Canberra discovers drawings capturing the relationship and embarks on a quest to find out what happened. Told through memoir, historical research and art, The German Ward is a compelling story about a remarkable woman in a turbulent time. Highly recommended.

The Curious Case of the Stolen Mace by Sally Young Newsouth, $36.99 In 1891 the sacred symbol of the Victorian Parliament, its ceremonial mace, was stolen. Despite the efforts of the colony’s best detectives, including the famous Ned Kellyhunter Mick Ward, the heavy mace was never found or the culprits identified. Drawing on a range of historical records and new information, historian Sally Young pieces together the evidence to provide a fascinating narrative of the robbery and the probable thief. In the process she vividly brings to life colonial Melbourne in the late 1800s and infuses her account with a memorable cast of real-life characters. The most interesting history book I have read this year.

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Book-lovers party by GEORGIA CURRY

Tough Guy Book Club will host a listening party at Olim’s Bar & Bistro for ABC Radio National’s Top 100 Books Countdown on Sunday 18 October.

Just like wild Triple J Hottest 100 backyard parties, ABC Radio National’s Top 100 books countdown will go off this Sunday 18 October at Olim’s Bar and Bistro.

Don’t underestimate a room full of staunch booklovers. Hosting the party is Tough Guy Book Club, the world’s largest men’s book club (seven chapters throughout the ACT region) and they’re ready to party like it’s George Orwell’s 1984. Triple J gets people to do “the worm” on the dance floor, Radio National gets bookworms on the dance floor. President of the Canberra City Tough Guy Book Club, Tim Edwards, said the Top 100 books listening party would be anything but mild. “It’s much the same thing as the Hottest 100, we have a get-together party and the raucous sort of vibe is exactly the same,” Tim said. “You have a bunch of really good friends hanging out and maybe having a casual beverage or two.” There will be cheers, boos, and spirited arguments as a room of the staunchest readers passionately debate which titles were robbed, and celebrate the books that rightfully earned their spot, Tim, 48, was apprehensive at first about

joining the Tough Guy Book Club. “When I went there for the first time, I didn’t know a soul there,” he said. “I sat in the corner and I thought, ‘You know what? I’ll just sit and I’ll just listen and I’ll work out whether or not I want to come back.’ I didn’t shut up for the whole night.” Tim is one of 10,000 members of the Tough Guy Book Club, which has 190 locations across eight different countries around the world. It’s free to attend and ages range from 19 to 96. “I found this group by accident and it has become a core part of my life of just getting these guys together and finding out who I am and what life really holds for me,” Tim said. The conversation isn’t about footy or cars, it’s about life – and a good read. ABC Radio National’s Top 100 books countdown is at Olim’s Bar & Bistro in Braddon on Sunday 18 October from 12 midday to 6pm. Free. Info: facebook.com/ events/1723050082078622

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Family fun and heritage at St John’s Community Fair by NICHOLAS FULLER St John the Baptist Church in Reid – the oldest surviving public building and the oldest church in Canberra city – reminds amateur historian Sue O’Leary of a Midsomer Murders set. Nicknamed ‘the Westminster Abbey of Canberra’, the sandstone church is set in a quiet churchyard surrounded by conifers. But there’s no risk of meeting a fête worse than death, or finding strychnine in the Devonshire tea, at the church’s Community Fair this Saturday 17 October. “It’s as good a day out as you’ll find in Canberra,” senior associate priest Dr Andrew Cameron says. “There’s plenty to do; plenty to see; plenty to hear.” There will be a mediaeval tournament, and mediaeval arts and crafts; displays by emergency services; pony rides; reptiles; classic cars; and a jumping castle. Stalls selling books, CDs, and DVDs; plants; cakes and jams; clothing and craft. Thai

and Filipino food stalls; a sausage sizzle; coffee and gelato. Jazz bands, pipes and drums, choirs, mandolins, organ recitals, and bells ringing the changes on familiar tunes every hour. Tours by the Royal Military College Duntroon Guides. And more. The fair will be held at St John’s, 45 Constitution Avenue, Reid, from 9am to 2pm. Admission is free. Some 60 volunteers have worked for months to organise the fair, which they say will be a day of connection, fun, and community – and some 4,000 people are expected to attend. Dr Cameron first went to the fair in 2023. “It blew me away – it was easily the best kind of thing like this that I reckon I’ve ever seen. Just such variety to it, such energy to it, such a happy atmosphere to it.” People from all walks of life, all beliefs and none are welcome, Dr Cameron said: the event is intended for wider Canberra. Funds raised at the fair will go into the church’s operating budget, including maintaining the heritage building and site. Dr Cameron sees his

St John’s Community Fair returns to Reid this Saturday 17 October, from 9am to 2pm.

team as stewards of the site. “The community has an ownership in the good of that building,” Dr Cameron said. “We want it to remain standing for several generations. It is a money pit, so we’ve got to look after it.” Beyond fundraising, St John’s Care, the church’s outreach charity, provides emergency relief and support to people facing disadvantage, isolation, and financial hardship. Many people are seeking support for the first time. To donate, visit stjohnscare.org.au/donate

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Speed puzzling, the missing piece by GEORGIA CURRY The serious sport of speed puzzling sees some players strapping their backs for support or striving to beat world records (500 pieces in 20 minutes), and this weekend, it’s all go at the ACT Jigsaw Puzzle competition. Such is the fierce competitive nature of the new sport (the first Speed Puzzle World Series was held this year in Germany) that cheating occurred at the 2019 World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship in Spain (unreleased puzzles were leaked so players could memorise the pictures). Local puzzler Tracey Oliver spends 10 hours a week practising with 500- and 1,000-piece puzzles, and her personal best is 42 minutes for a 500-piece puzzle. “More and more people are finding the sport and a lot of the OG puzzlers are stepping back because they’re no longer considered fast,” Tracey said. “Younger people are going to be quicker.”

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Tracey, 52, finished 150th in the solos category at the National championships last year and 14th in the pairs and teams. This weekend’s ACT Jigsaw Puzzling Championships is expected to attract about 200 competitors, who all dread lots of “sky and water”. “Another factor to throw a spanner in the works would be the difficulty of the image if it’s a lot of sky,” Tracey said. “Photography and landscapes people don’t tend to like.” Tracey has previously competed in a gruelling 10-hour puzzle marathon (there are also 24-hour marathons). Going into this weekend’s comp, Tracey has a strategy. “Most people will do an edge first, but it depends on if it’s too hard, very plain or a repeating pattern around the border,” she said. “I’ll just leave it if it takes too long. I don’t take it too seriously, but there were people with strapping on their back at World championships.” The real clincher is finding the lost piece of

Speed puzzler Tracey Oliver will compete in this Saturday’s ACT Jigsaw Puzzle Competition.

the puzzle. “There are rules for losing a piece of the puzzle, it’s usually either a five second or ten second penalty for each piece that’s lost,” Tracey said. “It sometimes gets caught on clothing so we always have our teams in short sleeves and hair has to be tied back and no jewellery – if you put a jumper on you’ve messed up, it’s stuck to your arms.” The ACT Jigsaw Puzzle Competition 2026 is on Saturday 17 October at EPIC. Info and tickets: australianjigsawpuzzle.org.au/event-info/ act-2026

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Celebrate Spooktacular this Halloween at the National Zoo & Aquarium! Spooktacular is a familyfriendly Halloween event, presented by the National Zoo & Aquarium Conservation Team (NZACT) to help raise vital funds for wildlife conservation. Join us on Friday 30 October from 5.30pm to 8.30pm for a spooky time! With frighteningly fun games, scary scavenger hunts, a devilish dancefloor, wickedly wonderful treats and lots of candy it is sure to be a fun night out for all!

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24 OCT The Canberra Nara Candle Festival is a celebration of the Canberra Nara Sister City relationship and promotes the values of peace and goodwill. See the Nara Peace Park at Lennox Gardens light up with thousands of candles and experience Japanese cuisine, music, dance and demonstrations. Canberra Nara Peace Park, Flynn Drive, Capital Hill, 24 October; nara.events.canberra.com.au SPORT

Festival of Tennis 25 OCT Find your tennis at Tennis Fest. For one day only Tennis ACT is showcasing how Canberrans can play, compete, watch and connect with tennis throughout the summer. Helping people discover their path to play. Canberra Tennis Centre, Lyneham, 25 October; eventbrite.com

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There is still a great deal of misunderstanding about therapy, particularly for people who have never attended a session before. Some imagine being intensely analysed or judged. Others worry they will cry, say the wrong thing, or somehow fail at therapy. When I sit with someone in session, I am often thinking things like, “This person is carrying a lot of worry” or “They are being incredibly hard on themselves.” Very often, I am struck not by how unwell someone appears, but by how understandable their reactions are given what they have experienced. Most people who come to therapy are overwhelmed, exhausted, grieving, anxious, stuck in painful thinking patterns, struggling in relationships or battling feelings of not being good enough. It is also worth remembering that

psychologists, like doctors, often have different areas of expertise. Some specialise in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, relationships, neurodiversity, grief or workplace issues. If one psychologist does not feel like the right fit, it does not mean therapy will not help. Sometimes it simply means you may benefit from someone with a different style or more experience in a particular area. Psychologists are also paying attention to things you may not notice about yourself. We notice how often you apologise unnecessarily, dismiss compliments or speak harshly to yourself. We also notice strengths, resilience, insight, kindness, humour and persistence. And despite popular belief, silence in therapy is not because we are analysing your every word. Sometimes we are simply giving you space to think

or carefully considering what question or observation might help most. Another misconception is that psychologists have perfect lives and all the answers. We do not. Psychologists are human beings too. We experience stress, self-doubt and difficult periods in life just like everybody else. The difference is that we have training in understanding emotions, behaviour and coping strategies, and we use that knowledge to help others. Good therapy is about helping people understand themselves better, cope more effectively and realise they are far less alone than they thought. So, if you have ever worried about seeing a psychologist because you think they might think you are “crazy”, the truth is that most of the time we are thinking something much simpler: this person is human.

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A study found up to a 30 per cent increase in liver disease among people who snack late at night. Photo: Dave Hunt

People have long been warned that eating late at night leads to weight gain, but now scientists believe it may directly impact the liver.

US research on around 200,000 people across three studies found late-night eating was linked to a significantly increased risk of liver disease. Published in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, the study found people who eat after dinner or after bedtime have a higher risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (when fat builds in the liver) or cirrhosis. “We know the liver is very much in tune with the body’s circadian rhythms,” said lead author Robert Wilechansky, from Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU). “So we’re interested in changing the timing of eating in a way that could make a difference in health without changing the composition of what people eat.” The study in the US population found a 20 per cent to 30 per cent increase in all forms of liver disease among people who reported latenight eating compared with those who did not. “It’s important to remember, of the people

who developed fatty liver disease, only a small fraction develop serious forms of the condition like liver cirrhosis,” Dr Wilechansky said. “Even so, the big take-away here is that confining your calorie intake to several hours before bedtime might be beneficial.” There are many different types of liver disease and some have no symptoms. Symptoms of cirrhosis include feeling very tired and weak all the time, loss of appetite, loss of sex drive, jaundice, itchy skin and feeling or being sick. “We are seeing over and over again that the timing of behaviours, whether it’s sleep, eating or exercise, really matters,’ said Andrew McHill, a sleep and circadian physiologist at OHSU. “For example, we have shown that eating during the night, when the internal biological clock is promoting sleep, reduces the ability of your body to metabolise foods as efficiently and can eventually lead to obesity, diabetes and now poor liver health.”

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How to start a renovation: Four decisions to make before you design There is a particular kind of excitement that comes with deciding to renovate, extend or build a new home. Suddenly, the possibilities seem endless. You start saving images on Pinterest, visiting display homes and imagining the kitchen, the bathrooms and the spaces you have always wanted. Then reality sets in. How much should we spend? Do we renovate, extend or rebuild? Who should we speak to first? And, perhaps most importantly, where

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storage or a home that will work for you for many years to come. Knowing what you want your home to achieve gives you something to return to when the decisions start piling up. It becomes your compass. 3. What is your real budget? Your construction budget is only part of the picture. Design and consultant fees, approvals, joinery, fixtures, finishes, appliances, lighting, furniture, landscaping and a contingency can all form part of the final investment. Having an honest conversation about the whole-project budget early allows the design to be shaped around what you are genuinely comfortable spending. It is much easier to make thoughtful decisions at the beginning than to remove important elements later because the budget has been stretched too far.

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You’re doing exceptional work that puts you in a new category. So, the official route is only one option. Procedures will change when there’s a good enough reason. You’ll present a good case. You’ll ask the right questions. You’ll find the person who can authorise what you need. Your curiosity has served you well in the past weeks. But if you keep asking questions, the subject will get overly complicated and you start to feel overwhelmed by all you know. Now you switch gears. Real world experience is the ticket. Action and application. It’s messy, new and so fun. People have done lovely things for you and you may feel a bit obligated to return the favour. But you don’t have to carry this feeling indefinitely. Remember that gratitude has many forms; find one that fits. Your own version of pay-back or pay-forward is valid and will be well-received.

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Waterside living in Casey Casey 78 Plimsoll Drive Imagine starting your morning with a coffee overlooking the water, with birdsong and walking trails right on your doorstep. That’s everyday life at this contemporary Casey townhouse. Spread across three levels, the four-bedroom home makes the most of its peaceful position overlooking Springbank Pond. Large windows fill the open-plan living spaces with natural light, while a modern kitchen with a stone island bench provides a welcoming spot for family meals. Outside, there’s a sunny courtyard for

entertaining and two balconies where you can sit back and enjoy the views across the pond and surrounding hills. A separate downstairs playroom adds plenty of flexibility, whether the kids need their own space or you’re looking for a home office or hobby room. With a double garage, ducted heating and cooling, and direct access to parks and walking trails, there’s plenty of practicality too. Casey Market Town, local schools and Gungahlin are all within easy reach.

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Canberra’s top suburbs for property investors revealed as activity slows Investor activity in Canberra has slowed this year, but a new report has revealed the capital’s top-performing suburbs for property investment. The PropTrack Terri Scheer Investor Report 2026, released on Monday 12 October, found investor activity had pulled back following a period of strong growth, amid higher interest rates and changes announced in the May federal budget. Canberra has experienced a more modest rise in investor activity than other capital cities, reflecting slower property price growth. Despite the slowdown, Banks, Strathnairn and Calwell topped the rankings for investment houses, while Harrison, Mawson and Denman

Prospect were the leading suburbs for units. According to the PropTrack Investor Rank, Banks was Canberra’s top suburb for investment houses, with a median sale price of $888,000, annual median price growth of 20 per cent and a rental yield of 4.2 per cent. Strathnairn followed with a median sale price of $940,000, annual growth of 9 per cent and a rental yield of 4.6 per cent. Calwell ranked third, recording a median sale price of $885,000, annual growth of 10 per cent and a rental yield of 4.1 per cent. For units, Harrison took the top spot with a median sale price of $600,000, annual growth of 9 per cent and a

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The report also found investor enquiries on realestate.com.au had shifted towards higher-yielding rental properties following the federal budget A new report has revealed Canberra’s top suburbs for property investors amid a slowdown in investor activity.

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Vuez Eco Resort sits across 167 acres of alpine land on the foreshore of Lake Jindabyne, in the NSW Snowy Mountains. Positioned between the lake and Kosciuszko National Park, it pairs a genuine connection to nature with considered design, comfort and sustainability. As the flagship development within the NSW Government’s Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct, Vuez is built around low-impact development and environmental stewardship. Accommodation ranges from off-grid Eco Villas to Executive Suites, complemented by a cafe, restaurant, function and event centre, and an adventure hub. Walking trails, conservation zones and landscaped open spaces invite exploration. Vuez Eco Resort & Retreat —built for a sustainable future

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More than a home, it’s a community Family owned and operated for over 35 years, The Grange retirement village enjoys an unbeatable location in the ACT. Set among the leafy, tree‑lined streets of Deakin and just 300 metres from local shops, the village is also close to medical facilities and essential services. Enjoy a low‑maintenance lifestyle within a warm, welcoming community, supported by a range of quality facilities including an indoor heated pool and spa, library, hairdressing salon, community gardens, onsite dining, and a pet‑friendly environment. 24‑hour onsite emergency support provides added peace of mind. A trained staff member is always onsite to offer calm assistance, basic first aid, and to contact emergency services if required, remaining with you until help arrives.

Our spacious independent living homes feature: • Modern kitchens with stone benchtops and stainless‑steel appliances • Open plan living and dining areas • Most homes opening onto a generous balcony or courtyard • Contemporary bathrooms • Internal laundry • Heating and cooling for year‑round comfort. For future peace of mind, The Grange also offers one‑bedroom serviced apartments located onsite. Should a resident’s needs change, they may choose to move from an independent home into a serviced apartment, where assistance is provided with cleaning, all meals prepared onsite, and heavy laundry such as washing and changing bedding and towels. Personal care is not provided; however residents are welcome to continue with their own preferred personal care provider if required.

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7 Braidwood Street NELLIGEN NSW A HOME FULL OF HISTORY A rare piece of Nelligen history. Built in 1900, the heritage-listed Old Post Office is now a character-filled four-bedroom residence, with three rooms ready for B&B use. Original timber floors, leadlight windows, period fireplaces and soaring ceilings add to the charm, while a separate building offers further potential. Around 8km from Batemans Bay. Tender closes 24 November. View listing: ljhooker.com/12z1f8f All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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Australians should not be able to access the “shocking and barbaric” livestreamed execution of a former US army psychiatrist, the Greens have urged. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Thursday announced the public will be able to watch the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan on December 3. Hasan faces the death penalty for killing 13 people and injuring another 32 at the Texas military base in 2009. It will be the first US military execution in 65 years, the first known execution by firing squad in the country since World War II and the first time a lawful killing has ever been broadcast. Greens communications spokeswoman Sarah Hanson-Young has written to the eSafety Commissioner and the communications minister requesting that efforts be made to block access to the livestream in Australia. “Inaction on this will jeopardise millions of Australians’ online safety and expose both adults and children to this harmful content,” Senator Hanson-

Young said in the letter. Labor minister Daniel Mulino welcomed previous efforts to protect social media users from harmful content but raised questions about how to target the execution livestream itself. “We need to walk a fine line with social media between imposing protections where appropriate and making sure that people have the freedom to express themselves,” he told the ABC. “This is a difficult balance at times.”

Man charged after teen injured in alleged shooting in Conder A 29-year-old man has been charged after allegedly shooting at a vehicle in Conder last week, seriously injuring a teenage passenger. About 10pm on Friday 9 October, four teenagers were travelling in a red Ford Falcon along Abrahams Crescent and Beaumaris Street when they encountered a red Hyundai i30. The Hyundai driver allegedly followed the Ford along Tom Roberts Avenue to the intersection of Box Hill Avenue and Tharwa Drive, where he fired at the vehicle, striking a back-seat passenger. The occupants contacted police, who directed them to Tuggeranong Police Station, where officers provided first aid before ACT Ambulance Service paramedics took the teenager to hospital with serious injuries. Police established a crime scene in Conder and, about 11.30pm, saw a man emerge from a bush on Greaves Place and enter a waiting red Audi. The Audi was later found outside the 29-year-old man’s Gordon home. The man, who was subject to parole conditions, was arrested and charged with using a firearm to endanger human life.

Three rescued from beneath vehicle after crash near Cooleman Court Three people have been taken to hospital after a vehicle crashed into Harmony Tree Therapeutic Massage & Day Spa on Trenerry Street, near Cooleman Court in Weston, at around 11.45am on Friday 9 October. The three people were inside the business at the time, and then trapped by the vehicle. They were freed by ACT Fire and Rescue, and taken to hospital by ACT Ambulance Service paramedics in serious but stable conditions. It is believed the driver – an elderly woman – lost control of the car, mounted the kerb, and crashed into the shop. She too was taken to hospital with minor injuries. She tested negative to roadside drug and alcohol tests. ACT Policing’s Major Collision team is investigating the circumstances of the collision. 15 October 2026

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