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Miniature Enthusiasts of Tasmania secretary Julie Kapeller and president Lorraine Davidson with some of their works

GLENORCHY City Council is identifying and selling off surplus land in a bid to boost residential housing stock in the municipality.

Several lots of council land in Glenorchy, Berriedale, Lutana, Rosetta and West Moonah have already been identified as surplus to requirements and will be sold to be developed as housing.

Investigations into

other potential sites continue, with the council expected to advertise four properties for sale in Montrose, Chigwell and Claremont in the coming months.

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said the council was doing what it could to address the current housing shortage.

“As a planning authority, council is best placed to identify land

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that can be used to increase housing stock,” she said.

“The more houses there are, the more chance people have of being able to secure a home for themselves and their family.

“Council is actively assessing its land for what may be suitable to be onsold to increase housing supply.

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Keeping you up to date with Council activities

Bec Thomas, Mayor of Glenorchy Award-winning Italian/Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev is heading to Hobart

Win tickets to piano virtuoso ACCLAIMED Italian/ Slovenian pianist Alexander Gadjiev will perform a one-off show in Hobart next month as part of his debut national concert tour - and the ‘Glenorchy Gazette’ has tickets to give away to readers.

26-year-old Gadjiev stole the show at the prestigious Sydney International Piano Competition last year, winning half of all the prizes available to the finalists – a first for any competitor in the event’s 45-year history.

Born into a musical family in Gorizia, Italy, Gadjiev made his concert debut at the age of nine and gave his first solo

recital a year later.

He studied at the Mozarteum University in Salzburg and the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin, and won first prize at the Hamamatsu International Piano Competition in 2015.

Audiences can expect a stunning display of virtuosic skills when Gadjiev performs across Australia, playing pieces

by Chopin and Schumann and premiering a new work by Australian composer Colin Spiers.

“Exploring the vastness of Australia this year, sharing my music in front of live audiences across the country, meeting the locals and mentoring

young talent at masterclasses and local schools will be a dream come true for me,” Gadjiev said.

Alexander Gadjiev performs at Hobart Town Hall on Wednesday 5 October. Tickets are available from theatreroyal. com.au The ‘Glenorchy Gazette’ has two double-passes to give away, valued at $110 each.

To be in the running, send an email to justine. brazil@corcomms.com.au with “Alexander Gadjiev competition” as the subject, and your name and phone number in the body of the email.

Entries close on 22 September, and winners will be notified by phone.

legislation to ensure approvals happen as fast as possible to get housing construction underway.”

Meanwhile, the GCC has adopted two new policies designed to create a more liveable and desirable city.

The new Nature Strip policy allows residents to plant flowers and shrubs on nature strips that are owned or administered by the council.

“There is a desire among homeowners and occupiers to plant streetscapes, so we are thrilled to have adopted this policy to enable and guide this activity,” Mayor Thomas said.

“We hope it encourages owners and residents to take pride in maintaining our city’s nature strips

whilst ensuring they continue to be used in the ways they’re designed for, such as accommodating for infrastructure, providing pedestrian access and reducing stormwater run-off.”

The new Footpath Trading policy provides a framework for businesses to trade on footpaths, including guidelines for the use of A-Frame signs, displaying goods and outdoor dining.

“Our core objectives with this Policy were to ensure we provide clear controls and guidance for certain commercial activities on footpaths whilst ensuring they allow for safe, convenient and accessible pedestrian passage,” Mayor Thomas said.

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“In many cases these are vacant lots which at some point may have been identified as being required by council but are now no longer needed and may be suitable to be developed into residential housing.”

Mayor Thomas said housing and homelessness was a complex issue, but local government played an important role as a planning authority.

“Land may need to be rezoned or go through the necessary planning approvals to be developed for housing,” she said.

“I’ve been able to have productive conversations with the State Government to quicken these processes, in some cases using state planning

COUNCILS often cop a bad rap, with people questioning value for money when it comes to rates, fees and charges and feeling in the dark about what their council is actually delivering.

As an everyday ratepayer, when you can’t see activity happening and/or aren’t directly informed about what’s going on, I understand that it can be easy to assume the worst.

Over the past 12 months at Glenorchy City Council we have been working on improving our communication and engagement with the community and I’ve been pushing for more proactive stories about the projects and services we’re delivering for you.

I hope you’ve noticed at least some improvement over this time, although I acknowledge we’ve still got some work to do to, particularly on telling you more of the what, when and why, even on the basic stuff we’re doing, in a timely manner.

In the meantime, a great way to keep up to date with what Council has been doing for our community is through our Quarterly Reports to council, which can be accessed in our meeting papers and on our website.

These reports provide a snapshot of key activities and achievements over each three-month period of the financial year and report on progress towards our Annual Plan goals.

At our August Council meeting, Council

received the Quarterly Report for the final quarter of 2021/22, providing the opportunity to reflect on some of the significant achievements of this council during what was another busy quarter delivering for our community.

I’ll outline some of the highlights for you here, although of course I encourage you to read it in full to be informed.

During the last quarter of 2021/22 we adopted our 2022/23 budget, including a whopping $31.5 million capital works program, setting our community up for significant road, footpath and stormwater renewal over the coming year.

There’s also playground, skate park and sports facility projects, and of course the first stage in the much-awaited Tolosa Dam reintegration project, in partnership with TasWater.

Any doubt about whether Council can deliver on such a significant program is alleviated by the 2020/21 capital projects result also reported in this quarterly report, indicating we completed 94 per cent of our $19.6m capital renewal program in 2020/21 – a significant achievement in today’s construction environment.

In the final quarter of 2021/22 we completed the project to extend the life of our landfill by creating a new cell at our Jackson St tip site; and the new sports change room and clubroom facility building at the Eady St ‘Jesse James’ sportsground.

We managed to secure federal election funding commitments of $1.5m for playgrounds and $100,000 for an upgrade to the kitchen at the multi-cultural hub, as well as $20m for an extension of the Derwent River ferry service, including a terminal at Wilkinsons

Point, through joint advocacy with the other Greater Hobart Councils.

We adopted an updated Dog Management Policy and wrote to the Minister for Local Government, the Hon. Nic Street, advocating for changes to legislation to recognise Assistance Dogs supporting people with a range of disabilities beyond sight and hearing impairments.

On advocacy, we also made a number of submissions to Government on gambling, planning, waste and local government review. On behalf of Council and our community I also wrote to Road Safety Minister Michael Ferguson, to seek assistance to address honing; and to Premier Jeremy Rockliff on antisocial behaviour and the need for youth early intervention programs in our community – both receiving positive responses indicating a willingness to work together on these issues.

In terms of financial performance, our 2021/22 unaudited result is looking a lot brighter than anticipated, perhaps at around a $2m surplus – a significant turnaround from the $6m deficit result in

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We continued our increased community engagement during the quarter with three community yarns and two pop-up chats attended by a total of 129 community members.

Finally, the quarterly report indicates development is still strong in our municipality, with 155 planning applications received in the final quarter, in addition to 95 building applications and 71 plumbing applications.

As this snapshot shows, it was a busy quarter to close out the financial year and I assure you the hard work continues, with staff and Aldermen committed to delivering on what matters most to you in 2022/23.

A shout out goes to the entire council workforce for their achievements in 2021/22 and for their ongoing efforts in making Glenorchy a better place, every day.

To access Council’s Quarterly Reports please visit www.gcc.tas.gov.au If you have any questions about Council activities, please don’t hesitate to contact us at gccmail@gcc.tas.gov.au

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Rotary Club of Claremont members Gaye Fernyhough and Rosie Debello at the Windermere Bay playground

Local playgrounds to get a facelift MANY Glenorchy residents have fond family memories of spending time at the city’s numerous outdoor spaces, from Tolosa Park down to small suburban playgrounds.

And it’s well established that active outdoor play increases our physical and emotional wellbeing, and can improve behavioural issues in children.

But over time Glenorchy’s outdoor playground equipment has been impacted by the elements, and much of it is looking a little

worse for wear.

About 80 per cent of the city’s playspaces are more than 15 years old. Nearly 70 per cent are more than 20 years old and in need of immediate attention.

Glenorchy residents have asked for immediate improvements to the ageing facilities, which are out of step with those in other municipalities.

As part of its Greater Glenorchy strategic plan for parks and open spaces, the Glenorchy City Council

is progressing its plans for improvements to several playgrounds, transforming them into contemporary, accessible and attractive family spaces which will enhance the city.

Two sites identified for future upgrades are Roseneath Park at Austins Ferry and Windermere Bay Park at Claremont– two of four local playgrounds the Rotary Club of Claremont has been instrumental in establishing over the years, along with Weily Park at Bridgewater and

Rotary Park at Granton.

As part of their commitment to doing good in the area, Rotarians were responsible for organising and installing the parks, which once completed were formally handed over to the Glenorchy Council and the Derwent Valley Council as a valuable asset for the community.

The Rotary Club of Claremont plans to assist the council in any way necessary to develop and improve the Roseneath and Windermere sites.

Glenorchy Jobs Hub fills 500 roles in its first year

Successful job seeker Paul Hniat

THE Glenorchy Jobs Hub recently achieved a significant milestone, filling its 500th job in just one year.

Over the past 12 months, the Hub has bridged the local unemployment gap by working to match local job seekers with suitable employers.

The 500th successful job seeker was Glenorchy resident Paul Hniat, who had worked at Jane Franklin Hall for more than 30 years until being made redundant in 2020.

Paul worked with the Hub team to build his skills and knowledge, leading to his employment as a trade assistant with operations and maintenance services company Programmed.

“The Hub team provided access to countless resources, going above and beyond my expectations,” Paul said.

“They have always

offered support, encouragement and advice. I’m incredibly grateful for the program and the impact it has had for my job searches.”

Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas is overjoyed with the Hub’s impact on the local community.

“Since opening the doors last August, the Glenorchy community have fully embraced the Glenorchy Jobs Hub,” she said.

“It has become a community within a community, and people know that when walking through the door.

“This past year, over 500 positions have been filled, more than 50 local employers are working with the Hub, and 12 have signed jobs pledges.

“More than 1,200 people participated in the highly successful Jobs Fair, and the Glenorchy Jobs Hub has run several successful training programs.”

Glenorchy’s Girl Guides get together for reunion THEY say “once a Girl Guide, always a Girl Guide”.

And now, more than 50 years after their unit first formed, some original members of the 4th Glenorchy Guides are getting together for a reunion next month.

Guiding was founded in England in the early 1900s and came to Tasmania soon after, and was happening in Glenorchy by 1927.

Guiding flourished in Glenorchy in the 1960s. In response to the

number of girls wanting to join up, a new group – the 4th Glenorchy Guides - was opened in 1967.

To enable Guides to continue on after turning 16, the Milpara Rangers company was launched in February 1972 when, after much fundraising, the Glenorchy Guide Hall was officially opened.

Guides, Rangers and Brownies celebrated the opening by marching through the city streets.

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leaders and many of those original Guides are gathering together on 1 October to share their Guiding stories and memories.

A reunion of the 4th Glenorchy Guides and Milpara Rangers will be held at St Mark’s Church in Bellerive from noon.

Every former Glenorchy Guide is invited to come along, bring their memorabilia and reminisce about their Guiding days.

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Mayor to run again GLENORCHY Mayor Bec Thomas will seek re-election as Mayor in October’s Local Government elections.

A life-long resident of Glenorchy, Mayor Thomas said her love of the Glenorchy community and commitment to leading a vibrant City motivated her to run for Mayor and continues to inspire her dedication to the role.

“I truly know the people of Glenorchy.

I’m one of them and I genuinely represent their interests,” she said.

“I share the vision for our City to be a safe, well-connected and aspirational place with a strong, proud community.”

Mayor Thomas said the Council’s key achievements during her time as Mayor include responsible financial management resulting in minimal rate increases;

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the completion of the CBD revitalisation project, the Jackson St landfill extension and a new sports facility building in Eady St; increased community engagement through Community Yarns and pop-up chats; and improved community safety.

Mayor Thomas’ priorities for the future include keeping rates low and delivering on what matters most to the people.

“It is our responsibility to protect the interests of current and future generations of ratepayers by providing value for money and ensuring Council is financially sustainable into the future,” she said.

“Our community tells us they want Council’s resources focused on keeping the city neat and tidy, recreation and playgrounds,

roads and footpaths, and environmental management.

“In response, we’ve instigated service reviews and are making significant progress on delivering Australian Government-funded projects for our community.”

Mayor Thomas said she was looking forward to seeing the community reap the benefits of Council’s $31.5 million capital works program this year as it invests in the first stage of the Tolosa Park redevelopment, a new skate park at Montrose Bay, the new Giblins Reserve play space, soccer projects at KGV and Chigwell, and a number of smaller playground upgrades across the municipality.

She said her ability to form productive, constructive relationships within the community

and across all levels of Government was critical to achieving positive outcomes for the City of Glenorchy.

“If re-elected Mayor, I will continue to build on the strong connections I have made in increasing the supply of housing, revolutionising public transport and addressing anti-social behaviour and hooning across our municipality,” she said.

Mayor Thomas says she is proudly independent and has never been a member of a political party.

“I am hard-working, genuine, approachable and responsive,” she said.

“I offer stability and dedication to the people of Glenorchy given the honour of being re-elected to represent them as Mayor.

“My leadership will continue to be steady but purposeful, and inclusive.”

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Understorey Network volunteers Amanda Cole, Sandra Sorgi, Julie Ayre and Anne Griffiths at the Tolosa Park native nursery

New network connecting green thumbs COMMUNITY planting initiative the Understorey Network is connecting local green thumbs to address a native plant shortage.

After being on hold for five years, the Understorey Network will re-launch its popular growers scheme after receiving a Community Action Grant from the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF).

The scheme will connect like-minded people across regional and urban communities through learning and sharing the satisfaction of growing native plants in their backyards.

The Understorey Network now runs a community-based nursery at Tolosa Reserve in

Glenorchy. Entirely run by volunteers, the nursery has the capacity to produce about 15,000 native tubestock each season.

Understorey Network volunteer Anne Griffiths said the growers scheme is ideally suited to keen gardeners who want to actively support the environment from the comfort of their own home.

“The Understorey Network aims to promote Tasmania’s smaller native plants, so often overlooked in revegetation planting and which are integral to putting back good habitat for birds, insects and other animals,” she said.

“It is our hope that the growers scheme educates the general public on

how they can support our unique ecology cycle.”

The $35,000 grant from the TCF will allow the Understorey Network to appoint a new Project Manager who will support the volunteers who join the growers scheme.

“By appointing a new Project Manager, we will be able increase the number of plants sold at the nursery and provide an extra income stream, ensuring its longterm financial viability,” Understorey Network volunteer Amanda Cole said.

TCF Chair Sally Darke said the Understorey Network is just one of 23 projects supported by this year’s Community Action

Grants.

“We know the Fund is a significant source of support for grassroots activities in the state and in this round we were impressed with the passion, innovation and hard work of the many volunteers and leaders driving these projects,” Ms Darke said.

“We are particularly pleased with the Understory Network’s model that uses the sales of plants to sustainably fund themselves.

“Improving the wellbeing of Tasmanians is something the TCF strives to achieve, and we look forward to seeing how these projects will have a positive effect on their communities.”

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Community Paramedics Ross Brodie and Daniel Haack with Extended Care Paramedic Karen Dare, Ambulance Tasmania acting CEO Jordan Emery and Integrated Care acting manager Charles Wendell-Smith. Photo credit: Mackenzie Archer

Community Paramedics answer the call NINE Community Paramedics have been deployed across Tasmania to attend non-emergency triple zero callouts, in a new plan to treat more patients in the community and keep Tasmanians out of hospital.

Following successful

trials in Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States, Tasmania will become the first Australian state to pilot the new model of care.

Ambulance Tasmania acting CEO Jordan Emery said a significant number of triple zero calls that

Ambulance Tasmania receives are for non-lifethreatening emergencies.

“Community Paramedics will treat patients who present with minor illness or injury at their call-out location and free up ambulances to deal with

more urgent calls,” he said.

“This new model of care will help to ease the pressure on emergency departments by caring for some patients in the comfort of their own homes rather than waiting for hours in our

emergency departments.”

All nine paramedics have undertaken five weeks of intensive training both face-toface and online, and completed a specialised clinical placement in the fast-track section of a hospital emergency

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NATION-wide workforce shortages in the education and care sectors have forced Glenorchy City Council to change the operating hours of its Benjafield and Berriedale Child Care Connections centres.

Staff shortages and the ongoing impacts of COVID have made the 7.30am to 6pm, five-day-a-

week model unsustainable.

Both centres are now open Monday to Thursday, and are closed Fridays until Christmas. The change affects about 70 families.

Council General Manager Tony McMullen said the council understands the impact the changes will have on those families, and apologises to them.

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GCC meeting news, 29 August GCC Events and Award Ceremonies In line with its civic responsibilities, Council has had a long involvement in conducting both events and awards ceremonies in the municipality.

Council has reviewed a number of these activities and has proposed a change in the delivery of some activities in line with Council’s review of service delivery and financial circumstances.

Proceeds from Property Disposals Council adopted a policy in 2020 to provide greater transparency and consistency on the use of funds from sales of all Council land.

Council received a report detailing what properties have been sold and acquired during the past two financial years.

Reallocation of Capital Works Funding from the Local Government Loan Program In June 2020, in response to the COVID pandemic, Council agreed to bring forward

ten projects from the Economic Development Strategy to stimulate economic activity in sectors hardest hit by the pandemic.

Two of the projects brought forward were the Greenshoots microbusiness incubator project and the Zinc Link pathway project.

These projects were funded through a $5 million loan from the State Government’s $200 million Local Government Loan Program.

The two projects have not proceeded, and in consultation with the government Council officers have determined that the Zinc Link and Greenshoots funding can be reallocated to other projects.

Council agreed the project that best meets these factors is a proposal to improve accessibility and safety in the city by constructing a shared pathway in Tolosa Street, providing connections to the existing on-road cycle lanes. A second project supported is a flood mitigation project at Glenlusk Road and

Collinsvale Road.

Council’s Quarterly Report The Quarterly Report for the period ending 30 June 2022 provides detail on Council’s key strategic projects, core business activities, financial performance and monitoring of Council’s Annual Plan for the last quarter of the 2021 / 2022 financial year.

Council’s interim operating position for the period ending 30 June 2022 is currently showing a favourable result of $3.186 million against budget. This comprises $3.234 million more in revenue and $48,000 more in expenditure. A final set of audited figures will be produced for the Annual Report once end-of-year calculations are complete.

In terms of Capital Works, the interim year-end expenditure is $18.153 million against an annual budget of $19.654 million. The expenditure figure is represented by $13.428 million for Council funded projects and $4.725 million for

Government funded projects.

Submission to Future of Local Government Review The State Government commissioned the Local Government Board to undertake a Future of Local Government Review. The Board has invited submissions on its Interim Report.

Council endorsed a submission to the Review on the Local Government Board’s Stage 1 Interim Report following completion of the Community Engagement Stage of the Review.

Community Strategy Update Council’s Community Strategy 2021-2030 is a strategy for a welcoming, safe, healthy and learning community.

The Annual Update on the strategy highlighted several key actions against the four priority areas.

You can view the full update in the meeting agenda at www.gcc.tas. gov.au

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THE intricate work of Miniature Enthusiasts of Tasmania members will be on display at the Claremont Memorial Hall next month, with the public invited to explore the 2022 Doll’s House and Miniature Show.

The not-for-profit group meets regularly in the Lenah Valley, on the Eastern Shore and in Launceston, learning and sharing the skills of making miniature

scenes and doll’s houses in various scales - 1:12 (regular dolls house size), 1:24, 1:48 and 1:144.

The crafy members occasionally make projects from kits but often build things from scratch, using scraps of timber, material, cardboard, used containers and other upcycled objects.

The public can expect to see a range of exquisite buildings and scenes made by group

members, with many of the pieces including tiny hand-made furniture.

A number of traders will also be in attendance, selling supplies and readymade objects in a range of scales.

The Doll’s House and Miniature Show will be held at the Claremont Memorial Hall on the weekend of 15 and 16 October. Entry is $5 for adults and free for accompanied children under 16.

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Hobart Vintage Machinery Society members Chris Jacobs, Adrian Dare, Raymond Willing and Derril Ashdown at the Society’s new facility in Penna

Vintage machines on the move

AFTER more than 36 years based in Glenorchy, the Hobart Vintage Machinery Society has packed up shop and moved over the river to Penna.

The Society long operated out of a shed at the Hobart Showgrounds, on the site now occupied by Spotlight.

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a permanent move to a sizable parcel of land at Penna, where members will have more room to work on projects, host events and display historic machinery.

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Guild stitches up 50th anniversary THE Hobart Embroiderers’ Guild will celebrate 50 years of stitching with an upcoming exhibition at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG).

Since starting back in the early 1970s, the Hobart Embroiderers’ Guild has been connecting local creatives for the past half-century.

And with the guild now running a fortnightly session for children along with its twice-weekly sessions for adults, a new generation of stitchers are taking up the intricate craft.

“Every second Saturday we run the

Hobart Embroiderers Guild for Young Stitchers (HEGYS),” guild member Patricia Ayres said.

“They don’t bring in their iPads, phones or any form of technology - they just sit and stitch.”

Patricia is pleased to see such a promising group of young embroiderers here in Hobart.

“The guild offers aspiring stitchers a place to come and develop their skills and connect with like-minded people,” she said.

“Embroidery has been a way of life for many of us at the guild.

“We have built lifelong friendships and a

space where everyone is welcome.”

Jenni Bond has been a member of the Guild for nearly 20 years and says it has been absolute joy.

“I was taught to stitch by my grandmother sitting by the fire during the war in England and this love for the art is something I have carried with me for my entire life,” she said.

“In my professional life I would always have something on the go, but it was when life slowed down that I re-discovered the art of embroidery and began learning all the complicated stitches.

“It has been absolute

joy spending my time here and learning from all these talented women.”

From September 9-11 TMAG’s Bond Store will host the guild’s 50th anniversary exhibition, with visitors able to explore an array of works made by guild members over the past two years. Handmade pieces and embroidery products will also be for sale.

“In today’s age of throw-away fast fashion, the things we make are really heirloom pieces,” Patricia said.

“Every piece that we make takes time and dedication, and people value them.”

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THE Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drugs Council (ATDC) has unveiled three new interactive artworks to mark International Overdose Awareness Day, featuring thousands of handfolded origami paper cranes contributed by the Tasmanian community.

Started in 2001, International Overdose Awareness Day (31 August) is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of family and friends left behind.

The campaign raises awareness of overdose

and stimulates action and discussion about evidence-based overdose prevention and drug policy.

Since 2019 the ATDC has marked International Overdose Awareness Day in Tasmania by folding origami cranes to raise awareness, with people across the state contributing more than 20,000 cranes over the past three years.

The cranes are displayed as colourful interactive artworks, with this year’s works simultaneously unveiled at International Overdose Awareness Day events in Devonport, Launceston and Hobart on 31 August.

Members of the community were invited to fold some cranes, bring them along to one of the events and add them to the installations.

ATDC CEO Alison Lai said community support for Overdose Awareness Day grows each year, showing that overdose continues to be an important issue for Tasmanians.

“In recent years, many have been surprised to learn that the number of Tasmanians dying from unintentional overdose has outnumbered those we have lost from car crashes,” Mrs Lai said.

“Drug overdose impacts Tasmanians of all

ages and backgrounds, and many people don’t realise that overdose is most likely to be due to prescription medicines.

“However it’s important to know that preventing overdose is something we can all be a part of, as simply talking about overdose could save a life.

“Conversations about drug use, mixing medicines and alcohol, and overdose can be challenging due to the stigma surrounding it but talking about it is important to reduce the risk of overdose, and folding a crane is a gentle way to start that conversation.”

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Goodwood Primary students Casey and Chloe are keen readers

Goodwood kids catch reading bug LEARNING to read at an early age can have lifelong benefits and a huge impact on the success of students in school.

Goodwood Primary School has created new a Reading Club program for students, designed to promote the joy of reading and support

students to practice their skills.

Reading Club participants meet in in the school library at the start of each day, with young students given the opportunity to read to either staff members or older students known as School Reading Leaders.

A large group of Year 4 and 5 students have volunteered to be School Reading Leaders, helping run the Reading Club and supporting the younger students to improve.

If no staff or School Reading Leaders are available students can read aloud to one of

the many Reading Club teddy bears provided, which has proved extremely popular with young readers.

The Reading Club also has a range of superhero capes that students can wear when promoting the club’s motto, “reading is a superpower”.

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St James Catholic College students Chelsea and Ella with TasNetworks apprentice Michael Flood at the Fearless Festival expo. Photo credit: Mackenzie Archer

Next crop of Fearless females THE sixth annual Fearless Festival has helped break down employment gender stereotypes, encouraging women to make their mark in traditionally maledominated fields.

The Fearless Festival promotes the diversity of employment and career choices in Tasmania, and provides opportunities for young (and not-so-young) women to meet, hear and mingle with successful women from a wide range of jobs.

Female professionals

from male-dominated industries shared their insights with more than 600 girls who attended the exhibition over two days.

The event showcased more than 40 stalls at Wrest Point and also featured a range of masterclasses across the city.

Women’s mentor and celebrity chef Kirsten Bacon said the Fearless Festival was a great opportunity for young women to explore

Tasmania’s primary industries.

“Among the 40 stall holders were Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service, TasWater, Tasmanian Fire Service, Work & Training, TasNetworks and so many more,” she said.

“This festival was a chance to open young women’s eyes to their very own potential.

“If we don’t expose women to these opportunities that were once male-dominated, nothing will change.

“We need women in these industries so they can mentor the next generation of young girls.”

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leader Elizabeth Walker said gender diversity can be limited in STEM industries, particularly in constructions roles.

“I work in the Fields

Operation Department and I am one of few women,” she said.

“I hope the festival was an opportunity for young girls to explore

what is out there and find the pathways into typically male-dominated industries.”

For further resources visit careerify.tas.gov.au

Would you like a rewarding job that often involves very simple and enjoyable tasks such as helping people with their hobbies and everyday errands?

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Ella Haddad MP with Artosaurus founders Rhonda McLaughlin and Sara Lindsay

Artosaurus roars into Moonah LOCAL NDIS clients are benefitting from arts-based activities at an innovative new gallery right in the heart of Moonah.

Founded by Rhonda McLauchlin and Sara Lindsay, Artosaurus is an inclusive art community where people can connect, learn and express themselves through their art.

NDIS clients are supported to create, display and sell their art in the gallery space,

alongside established professional artists. Artists who are not NDIS participants are also welcome to sell their work.

“Artosaurus is such a fantastic and unique opportunity for NDIS clients who want a future in the arts, as well as a great space for existing artists,” Local Labor Member for Clark Ella Haddad said.

“There are huge workshop studio spaces out the back of the

gallery space where their experienced art instructors can run sessions in a range of areas such as drawing, painting, printmaking, pottery, ceramics, textiles and all sorts of crafts.

“I know there will be lots of NDIS clients and others keen to get involved and support the work they are doing in this space.”

To find out more, drop into 7a Main Road Moonah or visit www. artosaurus.org

For the right candidates we will consider people who are currently studying towards the qualifications required.

For more information and to apply please visit our website here:

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Previous Jabeks Hair owner Cindy Lincoln (seated) with new owners (L-R) Sarah Cox and Renee Cox

Salon’s new look a Collective effort FAMED Glenorchy hairdressing salon Jabeks Hair will become The Hair Collective as the store undergoes a fresh makeover.

After three decades of servicing the Glenorchy community, previous owner Cindy Lincoln has handed over the salon’s reins to sister duo Sarah and Renee Cox. “I have been working as a hairdresser in Glenorchy for 44 years and for 30 of those I

have been the owner of Jabeks Hair,” Cindy said.

“In my time I supported 25 apprentices through to become senior hairdressers, including new owner Renee who started with me six years ago.”

Cindy said servicing the Glenorchy community has been one of her life’s greatest joys.

“I feel so fortunate with the staff I have had and all the beautiful

clients that have been with me from the beginning,” she said.

“We have clients who have come to the salon since they were children.

We have watched them through their schooling years, graduations, weddings and all those memorable life moments.

“I couldn’t be happier to be passing over the business to Sarah and Renee. I know the salon is in very safe hands.”

Sarah and Renee have some exciting new ideas to take the salon to the next level.

“It has always been a dream of mine to one day do something with my sister, so when this opportunity came up it was a no-brainer for us,” Sarah said.

“We are keen to bring a fresh approach and some brand-new services to the salon while carrying on the familyfriendly environment

T R A B O H o i d a R M F

Kaye Payne

Monday

6am: Monday Breakfast with John Evans. 9am: Mandy’s Monday Morning Mix. Midday: Lunchtime Classics with Rick Rae. 2pm: Monday Variety with Shirley

Nicolle. 4pm: Reeling in the Years with Dave Batchelor. 6pm: Glenn’s Country With Glenn Gillie.

8pm: Classic Ride with Melvin Freestone. 10pm: Music of Your Life overnight

6am: Wake Up with Kaye Payne.

9am: Bringing Back the Memories with David Carr. Midday: Beats and Ballads with Phil Williams.

3pm: Tuesday Drive with Mal Dennis. 6pm: Mostly Folk with Helen Morrison/Ross Sermons.

8pm: Late Nite Hits with Marg.

10pm: Night Owl Club with Ron Andersen. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight Wednesday

6am: Wednesday Breakfast with John Evans. 9am: Bright and

Visit us at 2/383 Main Rd, Glenorchy Phone us to book 6272 8727

KAYE was born in Queensland and moved to Tasmania in 1992, becoming a Hobart FM listener shortly after.

In 2008 Kaye answered a request for volunteers to become part of the Hobart FM family, and for the past 14 years she has woken up listeners at 6am once a week as a Hobart FM breakfast presenter.

Kaye currently presents breakfast from 6 - 9am on Tuesday mornings, playing anything from classical through to country, jazz and today’s modern grooves.

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that Cindy has created.

“All the same familiar faces will continue on with us including Cindy who will be working five days a week.”

The Hair Collective is welcoming new clients and encourages anyone to get in touch.

Phone Sarah, Renee and the team today on 6272 8727 and receive 20 per cent off your first appointment when you mention the Glenorchy Gazette.

Breezy Mix with Kathy. Midday: Wednesday Lunch with Phil Tyson. 2pm: Showtime with Ron Andersen. 4pm: Revival show with Johnny Dallas. 6pm: Wednesday Jukebox with Robbo. 8pm: Country Jukebox with Russell.

10pm: Music of Your Life with Michael Holloway. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight Thursday

6am Breakfast with Craig Cracknell. 9am: Magic Music Mix with Tom Payne. Midday: Music of Your Life with Karina

Ceron. 2pm: My Collection with Ken Tanner. 4pm: Drive with John Evans. 6pm: Serbian. 7pm: Chinese. 8pm: Contrasts in Classic Jazz. 10pm: Greek with Benny. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight Friday

6am: Rise and Shine with Ria Walter. 9am: Songs and Stories with Brian Corr. Midday: Fridays with Mal Dennis. 2pm: My Favourite Music with Judi Forsyth.

4pm: Drive with Peter Johnston.

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“I can’t think of a better thing to do,” Kaye says.

“Hobart FM has a family of people who tune in. They give us a call and send us messages on Facebook, and we know their life stories almost as much as we know our own.

“I also like to promote live music here in Tassie, and play local artists as much as possible.”

Russell and Bob. 9pm: Rock On with Ray Kemp. Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight with Craig Cracknell Saturday

6am: Mostly Old But Something New with Tim. 9am: Polish. 10am: Croatian. 11am: Greek. Midday: World Music with Amanda Sims.

1pm: Music of Your Life with Amanda. 3pm: Various Presenters present The Music of Your Life.

6pm: Kick Back with Kenny White. 9pm: Music of Your Life.

Midnight: Music of Your Life

overnight

Sunday

6am: Chris Burrows Breakfast.

9am: German. 10am: Spanish.

11am: Irish Brian Corr. Midday: Italian. 1pm: Nepalese. 2pm: Dove c’e musica Italiana. 3pm: Movie Ticket Radio with Robert Ryan. 4pm: Music of Your Life with Tony Geeves. 6pm: Sunday Country with Bob and Russell Hevey. 9pm: Sunday Night Country with Wayne Crossin.

Midnight: Music of Your Life overnight

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Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas at the launch of the Self-Advocacy Program The MHFFTas team at the Self-Advocacy Program launch

Free workshops for mental health supporters DO you know someone who is experiencing mental ill health? Are you doing your best to support them but still have so many questions?

Then this is for you!

In June this year Mental Health Families and Friends Tasmania (MHFFTas) launched its self-advocacy program.

The program includes a 70-plus page booklet featuring key tools to help support people advocate for themselves; a digital version of the booklet with links to further resources; and a series of workshops

delivered by awardwinning facilitator Jonathan Bedloe.

Each five-hour workshop includes morning and afternoon tea and catered lunch.

For the workshops to have maximum impact, spaces are limited to small groups of 10. So it’s important to book your place today.

To be eligible to attend, you don’t need to be a formal, paid carer, but you do need to be aged 18-plus and supporting a family member or friend who is experiencing mental ill health.

Perhaps you support your cousin with weekly check-in phone calls; or you take your sibling to their medical appointments; or you live with someoney who experiences mental health concerns from excessive use of alcohol or other drugs.

Whatever form your support takes, your experience and confidentiality will be respected and heard not only by the workshop facilitator but also by the co-facilitators who are also mental health support people, just like

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MHFFTas is delivering a total of 13 workshops across the state in September, starting at its office in Glenorchy before visiting Huonville, Dover, Swansea, Scottsdale, Launceston, Queenstown, Burnie, Devonport, King Island, Sorell (26 September), New Norfolk (27 September) and Campbell Town.

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The Last Resort writer Franz Docherty, actor Paul Levett and director Ingrid Ganley at rehearsals

New play has the smell of success

AUDIENCES can discover who did it (and why!) when the outrageous ‘poo-dunnit’ mystery ‘The Last Resort’ premieres the Playhouse Theatre next month.

‘The Last Resort’ follows experienced maitre d‘ Anton and his long-term partner Jerome, a former Michelin chef, who are now in their twilight years.

They seem like the ideal couple to host a dinner party for their dearest friends at their retirement village.

But previous dinner parties have ended in controversy, and Anton has had to fight toothand-nail for permission to host the event.

Rather than serving up a menu of laughter, goodwill and happy times, the dinner party descends into a bainmarie of lies, betrayal and sabotage … after a poo is

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‘The Last Resort’ was written by award-winning local creators, writers and producers Belinda Bradley and Franz Docherty, who are cocreators and writers on the new six-part mystery drama series ‘Savage River’, which premiers on the ABC this month.

They have also recently received development funding from Screen Tasmania for ‘Unearthed’, an eightpart gothic psychological thriller series for young adult audiences; and their screenplay ‘Thunder’ won the Best Screenplay Award at the BOFA film festival.

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Roberts Marketing Manager Melinda Warren with Roberts State Manager Khan Dick

To downsize or to divest?

OLDER Tasmanians are choosing to downsize as the overheated housing market returns to some normality.

With buyer activity still very much alive in Tasmania and building costs and labour shortages at an all-time high, many Tasmanians are choosing to downsize earlier.

Roberts Real Estate State Manager Khan Dick said downsizing could be a great option for someone looking to sell their family home, but also divest their investment properties.

“The current market is still good, so if you are considering downsizing or divestment it could be a really great time to do so,” he said.

“We are seeing a new cohort of older sellers moving through the market.

“Although they may love where they live, the reality is many are needing to consider the benefits of downsizing.

“It is a really expensive time to renovate, so instead of having to pay to put in lifts and modern comforts older Tasmanians are opting to move into something

smaller that already accommodates their needs.”

As a result of this shift the Tasmanian Government is supporting pensioners downsizing their homes by offering a duty concession.

The concession provides a 50 per cent reduction of property transfer duty for eligible pensioners who sell their former home in Tasmania and downsize by buying another home in the state.

With housing supply increasing in Tasmania, the once chaotic market is starting to level out.

“From what I see in the north and south of the state there is still plenty of buyer activity, but it is just not as frenetic as it once was,” Khan said.

“Things are still absolutely selling; it is just not a market to sell overpriced properties.

“If we travel back in time to before the pandemic, the difference between what your house was worth then and what it is worth now is outstanding.

“Regardless of the market, if you have a property to sell you are still buying into the same

market.

“So you are not necessarily losing money if you are selling in a market that isn’t as buoyant as it once was.”

The housing market is transitioning back to average market conditions where there is a good balance between demand and supply.

“The demand for homes in Tasmania is still high, however we are seeing supply to meet the demands of those purchasers,” Khan said.

With more than 155 years in Tasmania, Roberts is bringing decades of experience to the ever-changing market.

“We have weathered the market impacts of two World Wars, the Great Depression, the Global Financial Crisis and the COVID pandemic, so if you are looking for a safe pair of hands and sound advice from industry leaders please reach out today,” Khan said.

If you want to find out more about downsizing phone Roberts Real Estate on 6272 8555 to talk through what is available, the process involved and rebates on offer for you and your circumstances.

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Flooding is one of Tasmania’s most frequent and costly natural hazards which can occur at any time of the year Glenorchy City Council candidate Russell Yaxley and wife Nat

Yaxley eager to be strong voice for Glenorchy RUSSELL Yaxley is running for Alderman and Deputy Mayor in the upcoming Glenorchy City Council election, to be decided in October.

“It’s an important time for us,” Mr Yaxley said.

“I believe the best is yet to come for our community. We are primed to flourish and prosper and must deliver positive action, smart solutions and dedicated hard work to make it happen.”

After contesting the by-election last year, Russell has continued to listen and advocate on important issues such as play spaces and the Tolosa Park revitalisation.

He also has a keen interest in housing and the ever-increasing supply demands.

“After a positive campaign in the byelection last year, it was obvious to me our community wants a positive, proactive

representative ready to bring fresh ideas, listen and deliver the best for our community,” he said.

With a background in business and communications, Russell is a real estate business owner and director, board member of the Real Estate Institute of Tasmania, and committee member of the successful Wellington Cricket Club.

A member of the Australia Institute of Company Directors, Russell continues to learn, currently studying to expand his knowledge and skill set.

“I’m ready to listen, engage with our community and dedicate myself to attend all meetings and workshops for the betterment of our community,” he said.

“If elected, that’s what I must do. I’m not here to play politics, I must represent the community and work to address

our opportunities and position us for future success.”

Living in West Moonah with a blended family of four boys, his wife Nat is fully supportive. “When he puts his mind to something, he sees it through to completion,” she said.

“He is never ‘half in’, he is all the way committed and will do everything he can to learn and understand.”

Many local business owners and families are also showing their support for Russell, including his friend Josh Willie. ‘‘I’ve known Russell for years. He’s a genuine, community-minded person who is passionate about the northern suburbs,” Mr Willie said.

“Russell is approachable and he will work hard for our community. He has my strong support.”

Tasmania gets new SES Flood Warning System THE Tasmania State Emergency Service (SES) has recently adopted the Australian Warning System (AWS) for flood emergencies and launched an SES Flood Warnings System which will provide advice to the community regarding what to do when a flood happens.

Like the AWS for other emergencies, the Tasmania SES Flood Warning System consists of three ascending warning levels: Advice (yellow), Watch and Act (orange), and Emergency Warning (red).

The warnings are

presented in triangles, with a house in the centre and flood levels underneath. These warning triangles will be issued with a set of callto-actions specific to the emergency event.

The SES Flood Warnings will be issued on the new version of TasALERT.com, the Tasmanian Government’s official emergency warning and information website. The warnings will also be published on TasALERT and Tasmania SES social media channels and broadcast on ABC

Radio.

The Tasmania SES Flood Warning System complements the Flood Warnings and Flood Watches issued by the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM).

Tasmania SES will take the BOM warnings as a key consideration when deciding to issue an SES Flood Warning, as well as other information such as flood modelling, local knowledge, flood history, operational information, and inputs from councils.

“While States and Territories are

implementing the AWS at different times subject to their risks and resources, it will be the case in the near future that no matter where it is in the country or what type of emergency is occurring, the message about what to do will be aligned,” Tasmania SES Acting Director Leon Smith said.

The AWS was adopted

by Tasmania for bushfires in September 2021.

Following the adoption for flood emergencies, there are plans to adopt the AWS for storm emergencies from 2023.

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WATCH & ACT

EMERGENCY WARNING

Check TasALERT.com to learn about the system.

So when the next flood comes, you’ll know what to do.

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Warehouse bringing bargains to Moonah

HOME and Fabric Warehouse in Moonah is bringing fun, colour and bargains to shoppers looking to freshen up their homes.

The independent textile and furnishing retailer is filling a gap in the Tasmanian textile industry by offering high-end products at low market prices.

From 1 September local consumers have been able to purchase high-quality products including quilts, doonas, sheets, towels, floor rugs, home décor items and curtains, and dress and upholstery fabrics for a fraction of regular prices.

After a 45-year career in business retail John Maiden and his partner Amber came to Tasmania just before COVID hit, to retire and enjoy a slower pace of life.

They were the owners of a chain of retail stores in New South Wales, Canberra and Queensland that sold beautiful curtains and dress upholstery fabrics.

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Home & Fabric Warehouse owners John and Amber Maiden outside their new Moonah store

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they were excited for a new project.

“We saw a gap in the market for highquality textile pieces at affordable prices in Tasmania and after coming across the Moonah store the idea just flourished,” John said.

Situated behind Cooleys Hotel, the Home and Fabric Warehouse has four lanes of vehicle access and ample covered and open-air parking.

“Consumers will walk into the store and be welcomed by light and colour and a myriad of products at fantastic prices,” John said.

“Beautiful cotton quilt covers will $50 rather than $200 and velvet fabric will be $20 a metre opposed to $100200.

“I want Home and Fabric Warehouse to be somewhere everyone can afford to shop.

“With rising interest rates, inflated food and petrol prices and a housing crisis, a bargain is going to be attractive.

“New home builders

invariably run out of money after building their home and after buying the basic necessities.

“I hope that Home and Fabric Warehouse will allow those to make their house a home without breaking the budget.”

After a lengthy career in the home furnishing textile industry John is able to source highquality products at the right price.

“I have been doing it all over the world from Italy to Turkey and back home here in Australia,” he said.

As well as stocking products from right around the globe, Home and Fabric Warehouse will sell a large range of Australian owned and made products.

“Since the pandemic Australians are seeking out Australian-made products.

“I am so pleased to say that more than a third of all products being sold at Home and Fabric Warehouse are Australian-made.”

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Need help turning your big idea into a small business?

HAVE you got an idea for a business? Where do you go from here? There’s free assistance available to support you on your journey through the maze to self-employment.

The Workforce Australia Entrepreneurship Facilitator program, an Australian Government initiative delivered by Business South in Greater Hobart and South-East Tasmania, offers free, practical and confidential guidance and support on all aspects of starting and running a small business – from registering business names, website domains and your ABN through to financial, marketing and strategic advice.

“When you’re playing with the idea of starting a business, it can be really overwhelming if you go online and search for support,” Entrepreneurship Facilitator Sharon Harvey said.

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Dizziness and loose crystals in your ears ACCORDING to the Australian Society of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, more than 36 per cent of Australians aged over 50 report some form of dizziness or vertigo.

Conditions such as Meniere’s Disease and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) result in the sufferer losing confidence in their feet, which may lead to serious falls.

BPPV is a type of dizziness that can be triggered by specific head movements such as turning over in bed

Dizziness and Balance problems are one of the main reasons patients seek medical help

or looking up at the sky.

The otolith organs in our ears monitor our head’s movements and position related to gravity. These otolith organs contain tiny crystals which stabilize us against gravity.

As we get older, these crystals can become dislodged and move into another part of our balance organ called the semicircular canals, which is what makes you feel dizzy.

The symptoms of BPPV can be quite debilitating for those suffering from the

condition. It can lead to nausea and in some instances increase the chance of falls.

The good news is that BPPV is generally not medically serious and can be easily treated effectively in the clinic, using the Epley manoeuvre.

At Ability Hearing and Balance we offer a range of vestibular testing, including testing for BPPV as well as more serious balance conditions. Doctor referrals are generally not required. Phone 1300 327 776 to find out more.

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Guilford Young College award recipients include Laura Ackerley, Charlotte Turton, Cassie McLoughlin, Ansa Le Grange, Imogen Brown, Olivia Cummins, Max Brideson, Ilar Flynn and Oscar Breslin at the Glenorchy campus

Guilford Young awards outstanding students STUDENTS, families and staff of Guilford Young College gathered last month to celebrate the achievements of some outstanding students.

At the College’s annual Awards night students are recognised for their success in study, service, sport, art and faith.

“We have 780 students enrolled this year and on the awards night we recognised the achievements of more than 100 of them,” Guilford Young College Principal Craig Deayton said.

“The evening is a representation of how broad the schooling experience is for students in Years 11 and 12 at Guilford Young College.

“The more a student is connected with their school the more likely they are to embrace the whole experience and succeed in their studies.”

Year 12 student Charlotte Turton received an English award on the night.

“I came from a smaller school with a small group of peers and despite not having a lot of friends when I first arrived, I instantly felt

welcomed,” she said.

“It is a really easy place to feel confident in your own abilities. You are doing subjects you have chosen yourself, in an environment that challenges you to do the best you can.

“I was really happy that I choose to come here for my final two years of school, with such a broad range of subjects it is really easy to make new friends with similar interests.”

Recent graduates Amelia Hill-Mundy and Jenna Stacey were the recipients of the Principal’s Award for their all-round contribution to the college.

“Both students were outstanding in their academic studies, and both contributed significantly through their sporting and service endeavours,” Mr Deayton said.

“Amelia was particularly successful in her VET courses that she was able to do on-site at our Glenorchy campus.”

At the Awards night students who received bursaries towards their education were also acknowledged.

“At Guilford Young

we want everyone to be able to fulfill their potential,” Mr Deayton said.

“Our bursaries are often the difference between someone being able to attend Guilford Young for Years 11 and 12 or not.

“One of those bursaries in the VET field was the Shelbi Berechree Bursary, in memory of a much-loved student who sadly passed away in a car accident.

“The bursary is awarded to up to two students annually who excel in the VET Early Childhood and Care course which was Shelbi’s passion and an area she shone in.

“Amelia Clifford and

Hannah Davis were last year’s recipients selected by the childcare industry and Shelby Foundation.”

Guilford Young College is the only all-senior secondary Catholic college in Tasmania and offers more than 150 courses.

The College offers extensive arts and sports programs, and is the registered training organisation for the Catholic sector across the state.

“We also work collaboratively with the University of Tasmania to deliver the High Achiever Program to our high-achieving students,” Mr Deayton said.

“On top of providing an academic challenge

and a taster of university life, the program also offers Tasmanian students subsidised course costs and credit towards University of Tasmania courses and

degrees.

“This year we have multiple students engaging in first-year music and math courses, and for the first time a student taking a first-year

language course.”

To find out more about 2023 enrolments or to attend an open day at the Glenorchy or Hobart campus visit gyc. tas.edu.au

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‘Hotel’ Bisdee staff really look after you ATHOL Meagan worked for most of his life on the family dairy farm at Westerway, before moving to settle at his sister’s place in Granton about three years ago. He’s retired and likes being around others and keeping his mind active.

Athol’s sister Marlene called Bisdee Community Centre in Glenorchy to see what they could offer him as a social support group and day respite centre.

The friendly staff organised the Bisdee bus to collect Athol and he’s now a popular regular at the centre.

“I meet different people every day and

they are very friendly to talk to,” Athol said.

“We have games and go on outings. I know nearly everyone - I’ve been here that long.”

When Athol’s sister Marlene needs some time to herself, Athol comes to stay at Hotel Bisdee, the respite service within the community centre.

Athol stayed at Hotel Bisdee several times last year, and also enjoyed a recent trip to Oatlands with the community centre group.

“I like staying here,” Athol said, standing in his comfortable room at Hotel Bisdee.

“I get to go on more

outings and the staff really look after you.

“The staff are so good, they even check on you at night.”

Bisdee Community Centre is at 8 Windsor St, Glenorchy and is open for day respite seven days a week from 7am.

Hotel Bisdee operates 24/7 for respite care, and guests are welcome to join the day centre group to socialise and participate in the activities.

Contact the Bisdee Community Centre for bookings, fees, and subsidies. Phone 6277 8820 or email enquiries@glenview. org.au

Care for You - time to recharge “It is just like a holiday with bus tours, lunches and making friends.

I’ve always called Bisdee my second home, anyway!”

Riet stayed for five nights while her family were on holiday. She has been a regular at our day centre for eight years.

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Acute Care Conference 2022 - broadening your scope THE Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) Tasmanian Branch is holding its annual Acute Care Conference on Wednesday 26 October at the RACV Hotel in Hobart.

The conference is a unique opportunity for nurses and midwives working in

acute care to increase the breadth of their skills and knowledge, featuring best-practice presentations about the acute care sector and advanced clinical practice in all spaces.

Keynote speaker Dr Tristan Harding from the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne will focus his speech on unique and

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challenging paediatric presentations to the Emergency Department.

Guest speakers include Dianne Mason from the Melanoma Institute Australia, Dr Nicki Elkerton from the Macquarie Skin Clinic, and Dr Nicholas Blackburn from the Menzies Institute for Medical Research.

“Every kind of modern nursing role in every sector is demanding, but acute care represents one of healthcare’s most challenging disciplines, particularly at present,” ANMF Tasmania Branch Secretary and HERC CEO Emily Shepherd said.

“As a front-line health responder, acute nurses

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and midwives are called upon to perform a wide variety of assessment, treatment and support modalities and must be prepared for diverse situations every day.”

Acute care involves the treatment of patients diagnosed with short-term but serious conditions and might take place in a number

of clinical settings like Accident & Emergency, Intensive Care and Neonatal Care.

Examples of acute care cases that nurses may be required to respond to include patients presenting to the emergency department with severe injuries from a car or bike crash, acute chronic

illness like infective chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, strokes, and infectious diseases.

We invite all healthcare professional to attend this wonderful opportunity and reflect on what it means to them to be part of the patients’ acute care journey.

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Jo Cordell-Cooper can get you up to speed

Hiking faster Jo Cordell-Cooper HIKING can be enjoyed at any age and stage; I’ve always said that. But on a recent winter hike into the Central Highlands, I was surprised at how quickly a strong and savvy hiker overtook me and left me in their dust.

I’m still feeling quite capable all things considered, so I pondered – was she extraordinarily swift, or had I become slow?

I think the truth is a combination of both.

As a personal trainer in my 50s it was easy for me to reflect on how I’ve been hiking lately and why I might be so much slower. My dog is aging, and my hiking buddies now are social and steady.

So, what to do about this? Can I train so I’m able to keep up with my younger and fitter hiking buddies? The answer is yes! Here’s what to do to improve your walking speed: First, ditch the dog – not every day, but take a few 20-30 minute walks weekly where you can walk faster.

Regardless of your age if you frequently walk fast and push it on some hills or stairs, even for shorter hikes your body will become accustomed to this.

Little efforts add up.

On hills and the flat allow the heart rate to rise and then rest.

Push, rest, push, rest – that’s the way to build cardio strength as well as muscle endurance, so there is your first strategy. By rest I mean walk a bit slower – don’t stop completely!

Secondly, resolve any longstanding injuries.

I had a long-standing hamstring and glute strain, and this had made me walk with more caution. Often even when injuries are resolved we retain a more careful way of moving and I had been doing this.

So, by allowing adequate recovery and then re-strengthening my glutes and hamstring I regained my hiking fitness and speed. By adding some squats and lunges to my workout improved my strength and confidence that the injury would not flare.

Thirdly, head off with some fitter hikers.

This challenged and motivated me to keep up and boost my cardio fitness.

I had noticed my hiking buddy whom I met in Nepal was letting me go first which is a social and kind thing to do so we can walk and talk, talk and walk. But this was not getting me fitter and faster. Mostly we ambled along side by side, but at times I let her set the pace (and tried to keep up).

Even as you age your body is incredibly adaptive to the way you move and train. Even if your fitness and way of moving is slower than it once was, fitness can improve at every age and stage.

Jo Cordell-Cooper is Jo CC Holistic PT. She offers beginner Friday NIGHT Hikes (weekly) on the Eastern Shore, and regular intermediate half-day hikes. Check out her website at https://jocc. com.au/hiking for more information, or phone 0409 86 2206.

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And with COVID’s impact on our health and lengthening hospital waiting times, health cover can be an important safety net.

What should you check?

It may seem complex, but the key details to check in reviewing your health cover are: • Does it include what you need without lots of things you don’t need?

• Are the fees still providing good value?

• How does the fund manage ‘the gap’? At HCi, we offer Access Gap arrangements to minimise your out-ofpocket expenses

• Can you easily claim costs back from your fund?

• Do you get other benefits from your fund? For example, at HCi, we offer health programs and oldfashioned service at no additional cost to our members • Does your cover protect you from the Medicare Surcharge Levy at tax time?

• Can your cover include your children beyond 18? HCi family policies cover children for six years longer than most other funds.

Did you know that many health insurance comparison sites only review funds that pay to be included or that give the site a commission on a sale? Doing your own research can give you more confidence, won’t result in any sales

follow-ups, and means no hidden fees paid in commissions!

What if your cover ‘fails’ its health check?

If your existing hospital, extras or combined cover does not meet your needs or provide the best options for you, change to another fund! HCi has a range of affordable health cover options to suit most people – and we’ll even manage the switch from your old fund for you to make it easy.

No additional waiting periods apply when you switch to equivalent or lower cover, so that needn’t be a factor in choosing to switch. Upgrading your cover (within or between funds) may have additional waiting periods for certain types of cover.

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Ideal home would be one with no children or other pets. These two are affectionate, relaxed, smoochy, playful, love attention and being brushed!

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A beautiful 2 year old, extremely friendly, loves lots of cuddles and is very people orientated.

She has passed her muzzle free accreditation with flying colours and is now ready for her furever home.

As humans, our welfare at any point in time is affected by many different things, such as our health, social life, work, sleeping, living arrangements and income. We know that good nutrition, exercise, feeling safe and financially secure all help improve our overall welfare, but that at any time something can happen to make us feel better or worse than normal.

Just as with humans, a non-human animal’s welfare includes its physical state and its mental state. Anything which has the capacity to affect these states has the potential to affect an animal’s welfare, for good or bad.

For many years, animal welfare focused only on the physical state of an animal such as providing a safe environment, food, water, disease prevention and treating injuries. But most scientists now accept that

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an animal’s mental state – how an animal feels and what it prefers to do – is every bit as important as its physical state. Mental state encompasses both positive experiences, such as comfort and contentment, and negative experiences, such as pain, fear and frustration.

Definitions of animal welfare have historically focused on minimising or eliminating the negative experiences of animals, however, in recent years the importance of providing positive experiences for animals has become increasingly understood, underpinned by an expanding body of neuroscientific evidence. Positive experiences include satiety, reward, contentment, curiosity and playfulness, for example, and welfare can be improved by giving animals opportunities to engage in rewarding behaviors.

Foster care gives animals that are initially not ready to be re-homed, or in our care as emergency boarders, an opportunity to settle into a temporary home life, The aim of foster care is to help animals that are overwhelmed in, or unsuitable for, a shelter environment . This may be due to the fact that the fostered

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The RSPCA believes that all of these interrelated aspects need to be taken into account when considering an animal’s welfare state.

Tasmania’s animal welfare standards are well behind community expectations. Our laws do not acknowledge mental suffering and give a free pass to cruel activities. Just like us, animals deserve a life free from cruelty and enforced suffering. It is time for us to bring our regulatory environment into the 21st century. To learn more, visit rspcatas.org.au

animals are too young or too small for adoption or because they are recovering from illness or surgery, or they need special TLC as is sometimes the case with animals seized by our inspectors. We also take care of companion animals of people experiencing family/domestic violence, homelessness, or needing inpatient care in a

THE GIFT OF A ROBERT & BARRY Both Robert and Barry (pictured) are Olive Yellow Budgies, both accustomed to an aviary space so would really love it if someone has a similar home for either, or both of these two stunning boys now.

Positive welfare experiences are sometimes characterised in terms of ‘quality of life’, for example with the relative concepts of ‘a life worth living’, or ‘a good life’, and the negative concepts of ‘a life worth avoiding’ or ‘a life not worth living’.

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Open your heart and your home Foster caring can be one of the most rewarding and uplifting aspects of volunteering. Our foster care program is an essential part of our work looking after our kitties. You don’t have to foster all the time, fostering even for a short time - a week or two - helps with our vital work.

How can I help?

Fostering is a truly wonderful experience which is extremely rewarding for you and lifesaving for the cats or kittens you care for.

Some of the reasons our kitties need foster care before they can be adopted are: • Shy or timid • Too young • Illness The Ten Lives Cat Centre provides full support and everything you need to care for a cat or kitten in your home.

We provide: • food & bowls • kitty litter & trays • toys, blankets & beds • 24 hour support • medicines and vet care You provide: • a loving environment • care for our cats and kittens You can find out more about the Ten Lives foster care program and other ways you can help at tenlives.com.au

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Ten Lives Head Vet Nurse Jen Pelham tries harness training with Latte the cat

Cats on harnesses provide urban enrichment for cats and humans Rich East – Ten Lives Cat Centre THE culture of cat ownership in Tasmania is changing, and the days of letting our furry friends roam the streets are drawing to a close.

People are realising that cat containment is the best option for their cat’s wellbeing and also for the wellbeing of our environment.

But that doesn’t mean our kitties are condemned to a life indoors. In fact, the line between indoor and outdoor cat is more blurred than ever. What that means is quality time exploring the world (or your backyard) with your best mate, and keeping them safe throughout the whole process.

So, what exactly is cat containment?

Containment refers

to keeping your cat within the boundary of your property, whether through catproof fencing, making a cat enclosure or catio (cat patio), or simply taking your cat outside on harness and leash in your garden or at pet-friendly spots.

There are endless opportunities for creating cat enclosures, but what I wanted to talk about is harness training. Firstly, because it’s very easy to get started, and secondly because the Ten Lives Catwalk Challenge is starting next month.

The Catwalk Challenge promotes responsible cat ownership by providing containment and enrichment for your cat while at the same time raising much-needed funds for the treatment of cats in need. Ten Lives runs its own vet surgery but also requires

after-hours emergency vet services, together equating to more than 10,000 treatments per year.

Last year, the Catwalk Challenge encouraged participants to take their cats for walks on harness and get sponsorship from friends and family. In total, more than $7500 was raised. But this year we are aiming for $10k, helping us to provide treatment to cats in need.

So, how does Mittens go from couch potato to urban explorer?

What I need to say is that harness training isn’t for every cat – the last thing we want to do is put your best friend in a stressful situation.

However, if your cat shows a keen interest in going outside then they are a prime candidate.

The cat is introduced to the harness in stages

and starts indoors. We start small with treats and positive reinforcement every step of the way. When the cat is comfortable wearing the harness and walking around inside, it’s time to move outdoors.

“Walking a cat is very different to walking a dog,” Ten Lives Head Vet Nurse Jen Pelham said.

“Be prepared for a slow walk that involves stopping to ‘smell the roses’ and watch birds rather than a long walk/ jog that you would do with a dog.”

Jen also recommends taking into consideration your cat’s daily food allowance when giving treats.

“We want them to be challenged, not stressed, so it’s important to check in with them to ensure they are enjoying themselves,” Jen said.

Now, your cat may just be content exploring your garden – and that is fine; we don’t have to climb a mountain!

What is important is that you are spending time together in a safe and enriching environment.

It’s good for the cat, and it’s even better for the human.

Keep an eye out for the Catwalk Challenge from 1-10 October and check out Jen’s harness training guide on the Ten Lives website. But most of all, spend some quality time with your pets!

Ten Lives Cat Centre is a self-funded animal charity that relies on donations and volunteers to care for and rehome the unwanted cats and kittens of Tasmania.

See how you can get involved: tenlives.com.au

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ATHLETICS FOR MASTERS Tasmanian Masters Athletics commences its summer season on 5 October. Track and field athletics for over-30s is held at the Domain Athletic Centre from October to March.

People of all capabilities are welcome to come along and try. First time is free! Go to www. tasmastersathletics.org.au, phone 0402 314 079 or email tasmasterssec@gmail.com for enquiries.

AUSTRALIAN ARMY CADETS - 63 ARMY CADET UNIT Within the Australian Army Cadets, you will experience: • Friendship, leadership and management skills. • Camping, adventure training, drones and STEM activities. Plus more! Parading Wednesdays from 1800-2100 at Dowsing Point. If you are aged between 13 & 17 years old, register your interest today! https://www.armycadets.gov.au OR email 63acu@armycadets.gov.au

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BEREAVED PARENTS’ SUPPORT GROUP Our free group is run by a bereaved mother and is open to people who have lost a child at any age, for any cause and regardless of whether the loss was recent or not.

Grandparents and adult siblings are eligible too. The evening meetings are in the McDougall building in Ellerslie Road, Battery point on the second Tuesday of every second month at 7:30pm. Social gatherings occur in the months in between on a Sunday afternoon.

Freecall 1300 064 068 for dates and details.

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CLAREMONT COMMUNITY LIBRARY The Claremont Community Library is open every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 11am to 1pm. The library is run by an amazing group of volunteers and is located at the Claremont Memorial Hall on the corner of Main Road and Bilton Street, Claremont. For more information, call 0422 939 024.

CLAREMONT GARDEN CLUB Meets third Monday of each month at the Lady Clark Recreation Hall at Waldron Street, Claremont (first turn on the left off Box Hill Road). Meetings begin at 7pm with trade table of plants, guest speakers and supper. Organised monthly activities, new members welcome.

Phone 0417 387 781.

CLAREMONT GIRL GUIDES There is an opportunity for girls of all ages to attend Girl Guides. Enquiries phone 0437075623.

COMBINED PROBUS CLUB OF CLAREMONT INC This social club welcomes active retirees seeking friendship, fellowship and fun. It meets on the first Monday of each month at Claremont RSL from 10am until approximately noon. The session comprises a short business meeting, followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Activities are at the suggestion of members. A lunch outing is organised on the second Sunday of each month. Annual subscription is now $20, meeting day $3.

Contact secretary on 6118 2376.

CRAFT AND CUPPA Come and join us for fortnightly Craft sessions at Montrose Presbyterian Church Hall, 2 Islington Rd. Bring some craft to work on or just come and chat. Plenty of parking. Contact Marj 0447 698 307 or Dorothy 62739553.

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DANCING PARTNER I am interested in meeting a lady 45 to 55 years of age to partner me at social dances and some lessons. I am intermediate in Salsa, and beginner in Ballroom and Rock N Roll. If you are interested in one, two, or all of the above dances please contact me on 0412 699 748.

DUSTY BOOTS LINE DANCING Dusty Boots Line Dancing hosts line dancing classes for all fitness levels. Movements can be modified to suit individual abilities. The aim is to have a fun, no-pressure experience in a friendly atmosphere. Classes are held at the Tolosa Hall (148 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy) from 10am - 11.30am Tuesdays and 9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays. The cost is $5, paid on arrival. Bring water, and wear comfy clothing and shoes.

For more information phone Sue Devine on 0417503429 or Regan Love on 0484056711.

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GENTLE SQUASH FOR SENIORS An aerobic fitness program designed for over 55s to improve hand-eye coordination, reflect, health and wellbeing in a friendly environment.

Equipment provided. First session free, $6 a session. Afternoon tea provided. Every Friday from 1:30 to 3pm at Eastside Squash, 69 Cambridge Road, Bellerive. For more information, phone John on 6244 6539.

GLENORCHY PROBUS CLUB COMBINED Meets at the Glenorchy Football Club on the first Tuesday of the month. Meeting starts at 10am followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Lunch follows at a local venue. Other outings/functions are monthly. We welcome all enquiries at 0419 326 707.

GLENORCHY RODMAN BOWLS CLUB Barefoot bowls every Wednesday night from 5pm. $5 a head which includes a sausage sizzle and cheap drinks. Bring your mates or come solo. Teams of four can be made up on the night. It’s a great night out where you get make new friends and whoop it up a bit. Many great players over the years started out simply by coming along and playing this great game of ours. For more information, phone the club on 6273 2293.

GLENORCHY STAMP CLUB Meets first Tuesday of each month (excluding January) at 6:30pm at the Glenorchy Library meeting rooms, 4 Terry Street. Established in 1965, this club gives an opportunity to discuss, swap, buy and sell stamps. For more information, phone Frank Catania on 0488 439 498.

GLENORCHY CITY TENNIS CLUB Open for community court hire, from 7am to 10pm. Court hire from $15 per court, per hour. Book your court online at play.tennis. com.au\glenorchycitytennisclub. Receive a unique PIN number to enter our gate. Bring your own racquet, balls and partner. New members always welcome. All enquiries to info@glenorchytennis.com.au or message us on Facebook. Professional coaching also available for adults, juniors and beginners. Phone Sahil on 0466098984.

GOODWOOD COMMUNITY GARDEN Join us for community gardening sessions at the Goodwood Community Centre every Friday from 9.30am - 12.30pm. We have shared plots, and approach gardening as an opportunity to learn. All ages and all abilities welcome.

20 Acton Cres, Goodwood. Phone Bec on 62722560 for more information.

GOLDEN YEARS CLUB The Golden Years Club is located at 314 Main Road Glenorchy and offers a number of activities. Tuesday: Exercises from 10am to 12pm, lunch from 12pm to 1pm, and bowls from 1pm to 3pm. Wednesday: Shoot and shuffle from 10am to 12pm. Friday: 500 cards from 10am to 12pm, and crib from 1pm to 3pm.

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HOBART MINIATURE STEAM LOCOMOTIVE SOCIETY (HMSLS) Located at Flagstaff Gully, the HMSLS operates a miniature railway. They cater for people with a passion for railways or an interest in any aspect of model engineering. You don’t need to be an accomplished engineer. New members are always welcome. For more information, visit www.hmsls.com

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JUST US (SENIORS) Sing for fun. Small group rehearsing Friday mornings at private home from 10am to noon.

Sharing our enjoyment while performing for the senior community on the Eastern and Western Shores. New members welcome. For more information, phone 6243 5930 or 6249 8168.

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LIBRARIES TASMANIA The Glenorchy Library in Terry Street runs a range of community programs throughout the year, including: Rock & Rhyme. A free 30-minute lap-sit session ideal for babies up to 2 years of age featuring lots of fun songs, action rhymes and stories. Wednesdays at 10.30am or Thursdays at 10am. Story Time. A free 30-minute session which includes stories, rhymes, and action songs. Sessions are aimed at preschoolers aged 2-5 years. Tuesdays at 10am. Coffee, Cake & Computers. Build your confidence and digital skills by joining our weekly class for adults. Each week we explore a different topic. Mondays at 9.30am. Email glenorchy.library@education.tas.gov.au or phone 6165 5493 for more information.

LINE DANCING Join Boots and All Line Dancing (a Bucaan Community House program) every Thursday at Tolosa Hall (148 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy).

Beginner 9:30-10:25am ($3), Beginner 10:3511:30am ($3), Improver 11:30am-noon ($2).

First-time dancers are welcome at any Beginner class but please phone to confirm there are no changes because of COVID. Our emphasis is on having fun. For more information, phone Laura on 0448 007 751.

LIONS CLUB OF GLENORCHY The Glenorchy Lions Club meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 637 Main Road, Berridale at 6.45pm. New members and visitors welcome. For more information, phone Jenny on 0417 311 779.

LOST DOG COLLARS A $50 reward is offered for the return of two dog collars, red and grey, lost near Woolworths Glenorchy. Phone 0427 564 832.

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MOCO DRAGON BOAT CLUB MoCo (Montrose Community) Club is located at Montrose Bay. Free come and try sessions are available with qualified coaches and all equipment is supplied. Come and learn a new sport and get fit at the same time. Everyone over 12 years of age is welcome. For more information, phone Mark Dwyer on 0418 138 805.

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MOONAH LADIES PROBUS CLUB Meets first Monday of the month at Rodman Bowls Club rooms, Glenorchy. Meeting starts 10am followed by morning tea and guest speaker. Finishes 12noon. Monthly bus trips and dining out days. Annual subscription $30. Meetings $5. Ph. 6247 7572.

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NEW TOWN CROQUET CLUB Come and try croquet at 3 St John’s Avenue, New Town. Entrance from Creek Road, behind the basketball courts. Please contact New Town Croquet Club secretary Lizzie Bassett on 0409 799 462 for more information. All very welcome. Flat shoes needed, equipment provided.

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PETANQUE CLUB CLAREMONT Held at the Cadbury Recreation Grounds every Wednesday at 12:30pm. Come along and give it a try. For more information, phone 0418 582 308.

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ROTARY CLUB CLAREMONT The Rotary Club Claremont has 55 years of serving the community and meets Wednesday evenings at the Claremont RSL 9 Bilton street, Claremont 7011. Doors open 6pm for 6.30pm start. Contact secretary. claremont@rotary9830.org.au for any enquiries.

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SEATED LINE DANCING Open to everyone, no matter their ability, Boots and All Seated Line Dancing classes are held at Chigwell Barn (10 Bucaan St, Chigwell) every Wednesday from 1-2pm. Entry is by gold coin donation. All choreography incorporates arms and legs, allowing students to pick moves that suit them. Dances can be done while seated, standing, or supported by the back of a chair.

It’s a relaxed, fun atmosphere.

Phone Bucaan Community House on 6249 5363, email coordinator@ chigwellcommunity.org.au, or find us on Facebook for more information.

SINGING LESSONS Group singing lessons for children aged 8-14 Geilston Bay. Please phone 0407 430 902 to book and appointment.

SQUARE DANCING Square dancing sessions for beginners, couples and singles are currently being held in Bellerive, and are soon coming to Moonah. Events are held fortnightly on Tuesday evenings. For more information phone Iris on 0418 543 308 or email iweatherburn@hotmail.com

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TAI CHI Tai Chi classes have resumed each Monday night (except public holidays) at the Golden Years Club, 314 Main Road Glenorchy.

6:00pm until 7:30pm, $7 concession, $10 employed. For enquiries, phone Bill Pearson on 0409 972 668.

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U3A GLENORCHY Learning for pleasure. At the Australian/ German Club, 30 Bowden Street, Glenorchy.

For more information, phone 6249 2384 or email u3aglenorchy@gmail.com.

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A FINANCIAL MOMENT

Anglicare Tasmania Financial Resilience & Wellbeing Program Manager Mat O’Brien

Mat helps a client

Balance your budget for free with Anglicare ANGLICARE operates the National Debt Helpline in Tasmania.

It’s a free service for Tasmanians, operated by Tasmanians.

Mat O’Brien is the southern program manager for financial counselling at Anglicare.

“You don’t have to be in financial crisis to ring the Helpline,” Mat said.

“You don’t need to have accumulated any debts, despite the name of the service! We all know that the cost of living has risen. You might need some simple hints and tips on how to balance your budget and make your income go further.

“We’re here to support you whatever your situation.”

Mat said the earlier you reach out, the better.

“Our conversation will be about much more than numbers,” he said.

“We will challenge you and motivate you.

We will explain the consequences of the choices you are making about money.

“If you are in debt we can assist you to negotiate an affordable repayment plan. And in some cases we can arrange for a debt waiver.”

Mat encourages people to accept and admit that they can’t afford everything they would like to have.

“There’s so much pressure for people to think that spending money is good and makes you and others happy,” he said.

“This can have a negative impact on both your mental and physical health.

“A financial counsellor can coach you on how to have conversations about money and commitments with others in your family, including children.”

The Anglicare team is particularly concerned about the take-up of Buy Now Pay Later programs, such as AfterPay and similar products.

“These products are very easy to obtain. If

you use them without a budget to work with, you will run into problems,” Mat said.

“We explain the hidden fees and charges.

If you miss a payment or pay late, you can be hit with a fee that can be as big as $15. Then there are fixed monthly fees, a payment processing fee and some providers also charge an establishment fee.

“It may become difficult to get approval for a loan to buy a car or a house in the years ahead if you have this kind of debt. Even late payments will affect your credit rating.

“We show people where their money is going. We explain how working more to earn more to cover the cost of material things is not the answer. We talk to people about what it will feel like to achieve a long-term financial goal.”

Tips for younger people The Anglicare team offers these tips for

younger people who live on a limited income.

• Reach out to NILS, the No-Interest Loans Scheme, for items related to your education such as a laptop, or to pay for things like car repairs, a sofa or a new fridge. You can also use a NILS loan to cover medical and dental expenses.

• Be aware of how little things, such as your morning caffeine fix and subscriptions to gaming and streaming services, can quickly add up.

• Shop around for your service providers. Look for a bank that offers no fee/low fee accounts, and a ‘nofrills’ phone/internet company.

• Make sure you include everything in your budget, including a provision for special splurge items or experiences.

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the BeforePay app. This gave him early access to his fortnightly salary, for a flat fee according to the amount that he borrowed. He spent the money and was then ‘short’ well before his next payday.

“In the beginning I was borrowing very small amounts, like $50,” he said.

“Then the company increased my borrowing capacity so that I could borrow 25 per cent of my pay in advance. And the fees went up.

“I thought it was a great idea at the time, even though I was already under financial stress. I felt like I was on a hamster wheel and I couldn’t get off.”

Financial counselling supported Lewis to make changes to his spending patterns and live within his means.

Ruby’s story Ruby* called the National Debt Helpline because her debts had become unmanageable.

The constant phone calls

she was getting from creditors were making her anxious.

She cried throughout the call. When asked about her debts, she said they were “all the bad ones”.

The Anglicare financial counsellor arranged to meet Ruby in person to make a plan. It became clear that most of Ruby’s debts were with Buy Now Pay Later creditors.

Ruby explained to her counsellor that she found these services easy to use when she was out shopping. She could take the item home straight away. She could split the costs into several payments. This made her think that her purchases were affordable.

Ruby opened five BNPL accounts and none of the providers checked with her to see if she could afford them. They offered her increases to her credit limits.

When the repayments became too much, she took out some quick ‘payday’ loans to buy

groceries for her family.

Ruby’s counsellor took her through her options and together they designed a repayment plan and a new budget.

Next steps “What happens after you make that first call is up to you,” Mat said.

“We can continue talking to you over the phone or we can arrange to meet you in person.

“We can continue the conversation for as long as you need it. The beauty of our service is that it is free, friendly and confidential.”

Financial counselling is about budgeting and goal-setting. It doesn’t cover investments or growing your wealth.

Your financial counsellor will tell you if they think you need legal advice.

Phone an Anglicare financial counsellor on 1800 007 007, between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

*Clients’ names have been changed to protect their privacy.

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Fundraiser Lewis Taylor (centre) with Roll Cycles manager Nick Driessen and Cancer Council CEO Penny Egan

Lewis rolls past target HOBART resident Lewis Taylor has surpassed his fundraising goal of $158,000 eight weeks after completing his final climb for the 158 Challenge.

In January Lewis set out with an ambitious goal of summiting all of Tasmania’s 158 abels (mountains higher than 1100m) in 158 days whilst raising critical funds for the Cancer Council Tasmania.

“It was absolutely

incredible to hit my fundraising goal after two years of planning and executing,” Lewis said.

“From those who donated a few dollars right through to those large business donations, I can’t thank you enough and in particular, I want to thank Rolls Cycles who came in at the end to see me past my target.”

Cancer Council Tasmania CEO Penny Egan said the not-forprofit organisation relies

on generous donations such as Lewis’ to be able to provide its program and services.

“Lewis has raised more than $165,000 – that is the most a community fundraiser has ever raised for us here in Tasmania,” Ms Egan said.

“Last year we provided 6000 transports to treatment for people living with cancer and 7000 occasions of support to those impacted by cancer so

receiving this kind of donation will go a long way in ensuring that we can continue to provide our programs and services.

“Thank you to everyone who supported Lewis because in supporting Lewis you have supported many Tasmania’s impacted by cancer.”

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Tasmanian Heartkids representative George Clarke (right) with players Nakisha Grimsey and Jaythan Poulson, preparing for the annual Kick for Heartkids event at KGV Oval

Footy match with Heart FOOTBALL players from across the state will come together later this month to play in the annual Kick 4 Heartkids charity game.

Forty-eight keen players will take to the KGV Oval on 17 September in a flurry of red and blue, to raise awareness about congenital heart disease in Tasmania.

Tasmanian Heartkids representative George Clarke said the work being done at Heartkids is important for every

Tasmanian.

“I live with a congenital heart disease and have grown up with the support of Heartkids,” he said.

“I’ve had six openheart operations to maintain multiple issues I’ve had with my heart, and Heartkids has been there for me every step of the way.

“I do these events to give back and make sure Heartkids gets the recognition it deserves.”

For the past three

years George has been organising the annual Kick 4 Heartkids event to help raise awareness in Tasmania.

The first game was held at St Virgil’s in 2019 and raised more than $900. Last year’s match was played on the gravel oval at Queenstown and raised $3000.

“Congenital heart disease is the most common birth abnormality, affecting one in every 100 babies,” he said.

“This is very real issue in our community, and I hope this annual event helps to spread the word.

“So come on down for a great game of footy and help us crack our $2,500 fundraising goal.”

Kick 4 Heartkids will be held at KGV on 17 September, with the first bounce at 5pm. Entry is by gold coin donation.

To make a donation visit www.heartkids.org. au/my-fundraising/237/ kick-for-heartkids-3

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Sport

Rain can’t stop the Glenorchy Fun Run

Sam Clifford breaks the tape to win the 10km event

Women’s 10km placegetters Emily Best (third), Meriem Daoui (first) and Ruth Wilson (second)

Women’s 5km placegetters L-R Caitlin Barnett (third), Lilly Ellis (first) and Sophie Connolly (second)

MORE than 300 people of all ages braved the conditions on 14 August to run, jog or walk the 32nd Hazell Bros Glenorchy Fun Run. Heavy morning rain and strong winds threatened to derail the event. But just moments before the starter’s gun went, the rain relented and participants were able to stay relatively dry.

Launceston’s Sam Clifford won the Pace Financial Services 10km event, kicking clear in the latter stages of the race to win in a time of 30:31.

He was followed home

by Bailey MurzeckiHince (30:57) and Phil McConnon (33:28).

Meriem Daoui (37:42) defended her Women’s 10km title, coming in ahead of Ruth Wilson (40:41) and 17-year-old Emily Best (41:36).

The Running Edge 5km event featured a

tight battle between eventual winner Gabe Dennison (16:16) and Sam Kohne, who finished second in 16:25.

Gerry Connolly was third in 17:49, one second ahead of his daughter.

In the women’s race, Lilly Ellis continued her meteoric rise, winning in a time of 17 min. 25 sec. while Sophie Connolly was 2nd (17 min. 50 sec.) and Caitlin Barnett grabbed 3rd (22 min. 02 sec.).

Arden Petersen took out the Steeline Tasmania 2km event for the second straight year, and will be now looking for a high placing in the upcoming National Cross-Country Championships. He was chased home by Jett Ford (7 min. 26 sec.) and Campbell Rathbone (9:15).

Grace Wood (9:14) won a close race in the

girl’s event, finishing just two seconds of Zoey Penney. Ruby Proposch (9:36) was third.

Risdon Primary and Hobart City High School were the lucky winners of the Steeline Tasmania School Sport prizes.

The Fun Run was organised by the Northern Suburbs Athletic Club, with club vice president Richard Welsh thanking the event’s sponsors, partners and volunteers for helping make it a success.

“This was a true community event with many volunteers from the athletics community (who braved the challenging weather) in place to ensure that everything ran smoothly,” he said.

“There were many positive comments from participants acknowledging their important contribution.”

Elise Archer MP with Claremont Golf Club president John Erends, Golf Australia development manager Simon Weston and Professional Golfers’ Association mentor Debbie Brinkley

Women tee off at Claremont IN Tasmania, only 14 per cent of golf club members are women.

But the Claremont Golf Club is trying to change that, and has recently become a signatory to the Royal and Ancient Women in Golf Charter.

The Charter is aimed at inspiring an industrywide commitment to developing a more inclusive culture within golf, and encouraging more women and girls into the sport.

As a signatory to the Charter, the Claremont club is proactively focused on changing the golfing demographic in Tasmania, through targeted

initiatives like Even Par, MyGolf and Get into Golf.

The club has introduced a raft of measures designed to create a beginner’s pathway to the sport for women, including engaging female trainers and starting a women’s mentorship program.

The club has recruited three women to what was previously an all-male Board, and continues to focus on increasing women’s representation in its leadership.

The club celebrated becoming a signatory at an event on 22 July attended by local Liberal

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Member for Clark Elise Archer, Debbie Brinkley from the Professional Golfers’ Association, and Golf Australia development manager Simon West.

“This fantastic achievement recognises the important work the club is doing to level the playing field, break down gender barriers, and create a more inclusive culture in the sport and within the club,” Ms Archer said.

The club has also introduced adaptive programs to encourage those with disabilities or injuries and older women to get into golf.

Robyn McCambridge with her new book ‘The OHA Hockey Club – 100 Years of History’

Hundred years of hockey history AFTER an epic decadelong process, a highly detailed and meticulously researched book documenting the 100-year history of Hobart’s OHA Hockey Club has finally been released.

Author Robyn McCambridge embarked on the challenge of chronicling the history of both the Women’s and Men’s sides of the club back in 2013, inspired by the work already done by fellow Life Member John Sargent in his 1997 book ‘We are OHA - Reflections and Collections’.

Robyn spent countless hours researching, reading, documenting and clarifying material for her book, which is believed to be one of the most detailed history books ever written about an Australian hockey club.

The book – which perfectly encapsulates the club’s centenary motto ‘Celebrating the past and inspiring our future’ - was officially launched at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre on 13 August, at an event attended by more than 80 club members, supporters and

hockey enthusiasts.

Robyn’s son, David McCambridge, opened proceedings, highlighting his mother’s commitment to OHA. “She was and is a player, parent, committee member, junior coordinator, coach, mentor, historian, centenary committee member and Life Member,” he said.

“Robyn, you are an inspiration and a treasure of both the OHA hockey club and our family.

“Few people will every truly appreciate the toil

and labour you have undergone to get to today.”

Hockey Tasmania CEO and OHA club member Damian Smith also addressed the crowd at the launch, before Life Member Nicolas Turner interviewed a panel featuring Robyn and fellow Life Members Nicki Stewart, Peter Woolford and John Sargent.

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SET TO STING JackJumpers head coach Scott Roth (centre) welcomes new imports Milton Doyle and Rashard Kelly to Hobart

THE Tasmania JackJumpers’ new imports have landed in Hobart, keen to make their mark on the 2022/23 Hungry Jack’s NBL season.

Shooting guard Milton Doyle and power forward Rashard Kelly arrived on 15 August, brought in to replace departing American duo Josh Adams and MiKyle McIntosh.

Doyle, 28, played 10 NBA games with the Brooklyn Nets during the 2017-18 season, after starring for the Loyola Ramblers in college.

He returned to the NBA in 2019 after signing with the Chicago Bulls, averaging 17.5 points, 5.8 assists, 4.1 rebounds, and 2 steals per game for the team’s G-League affiliate, the Windy City Bulls.

Doyle has also played in Spain, Italy and most recently for Gaziantep Basketbol in the Turkish Basketball Super League.

“I watched the NBL playoffs and championship game, the JackJumpers’ team chemistry is great and everyone plays their role well,” he said.

“I know what they bring to the table and I’m

looking forward to playing with these guys.”

Kelly graduated from Wichita State University in Kansas in 2018, beginning his professional career with Russian club Parma before stints in Italy and Turkey.

The 26-year-old most recently played with JDA Dijon Basket in France’s LNB Pro A league, averaging 11.4 points, 6.4

rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.

“I’m excited about the program you guys have got here, and the things you’re trying to accomplish,” Kelly said.

“I’ve been following the league for a while, since I became a professional.

I’ve been intrigued by it and wanted to be part of the NBL, so when Tasmania gave me a shot

I had to say ‘yes’ with no hesitation.”

The JackJumpers also recently added former South East Melbourne Phoenix player Tristan Forstyth as an earlyseason injury replacement for star centre Will Magnay, along with development players Josh Tomasi and Walter Brown.

The JackJumpers will begin their second season

on the road against the Phoenix, before returning home to host the Cairns Taipans on 3 October the first of many matches at Glenorchy’s MyState Bank Arena set to sell out.

The JackJumpers have also secured blockbuster home games on Boxing Day (vs the New Zealand Breakers) and New Year’s Day (vs the Phoenix).

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