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INNOVATIVE DEMENTIA VILLAGE OFFICIALLY OPENED

IT’S A GAME CHANGER

KORONGEE Village in Glenorchy has opened its doors, marking the beginning of a new era in dementia care in Australia.

The facility is based on a small house model design that utilises a tailored matching process for house selection of new residents.

This tailoring will address the challenges of institutional care and lead to increased social engagement opportu-

nities and enhanced wellbeing for residents.

Glenview chief executive officer Lucy O’Flaherty said Korongee was a game changer in addressing the social challenges of dementia.

“This is an opportunity with a brand-new site to create something special,” she said.

“Residents will live with others whose values they share.

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Innovative dementia village officially opened

Governor of Tasmania Kate Warner, left, and Glenview chief executive officer Lucy O’Flaherty at the newely opened Korongee Dementia Village.

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The village is located 264 Main Road in Glenorchy, and features 12 houses in four culde-sacs a community centre, gardens, general store, café and wellness centre.

An important element of the small house living model is the inclusion of familiar sights and natural spaces, which can have a huge impact on overall happiness, health and wellbeing.

The landscape of Korongee reflects dementia design principles, providing residents with multiple visual cues to help them easily find their way around the gardens and village grounds.

“The design of Korongee has been created

from its inception with careful consideration of research, technology, dementia design in both internal and external environments, as well as calling upon known and emerging good practice themes,” Ms O’Flaherty said.

Industry super fund HESTA invested $19 million into the Korongee project through a Social Impact Investment Trust.

“Korongee is a huge step forward for dementia care in this country and puts Australia and Tasmania at the forefront of a global push to improve the quality of life of those living with dementia,” HESTA chief executive officer Debby Blakey said.

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centre director James Vickers said the rapidly rising prevalence of dementia will have a significant impact across society.

“It is vitally important to reconfigure our approach to care in order to meet the needs, as well as support the dignity and autonomy, of people living with dementia now and into the future,” he said.

“The built environment and the way we provide support and care have significant effects on personal wellbeing, as well as the progression of dementia, and so the Korongee model is a vital development and will be an internationally leading beacon for innovation in aged and dementia care.”

Liferaft Systems Australia awarded significant contracts DERWENT Park company Liferaft Systems Australia (LSA) has announced four international contracts to supply Marine Evacuation Systems (MES) for vessels under construction across the world.

The first contract was for MES on two vessels built in the United States of America for an American operator, with the first ship to be launched in 2022.

The second contract was placed by a shipyard in Asia to supply MES for a large highspeed passenger and vehicle ferry to operate in Europe.

The third contract was for a shipyard in Turkey for a Ro-Pax ferry to operate in Scandanavia, while the fourth contract secured was to supply MES for a vessel under construction in Poland for a North American operator.

“We are pleased that LSA MES have been chosen by international shipyards and ship owners for these five vessels, highlighting the diversity and importance of export contracts which bring export dollars into Tasmania,” LSA managing director Mike Grainger said.

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Libraries Tasmania reopens its doors

LIBRARIES Tasmania has reopened during normal opening hours, with members and guests encouraged to come in for browsing, borrowing and public computer or internet access.

Members can place holds online and come to the library to collect them, or just browse, borrow and go.

People may be asked to minimise the time they spend inside the library to ensure public gathering restrictions are met, and to make sure the library is available to everyone.

Items can be returned to any library either during library hours or using the new return chutes, which are now available 24 hours a day in some locations.

Libraries are also now offering modified one-to-one and small group adult learning, along with ‘Rock and Rhyme’, ‘Storytime’ and School Holiday Programs.

Home Library Service will also be available in selected libraries, with Book Groups recommencing late July.

For people who are unwell and unable to visit, they can still browse and borrow all the eResources.

This includes eBooks, stories, eMagazines, eComics, eNews, journals, eMusic, eFilms, eLanguages, online databases, historical newspapers, family history resources, research and reference materials, and research support through Live Chat.

“We recognise that COVID-19 has had a significant impact on Tasmanian communities, including our library members, visitors, staff and volunteers,” a Libraries Tasmania representative said.

“Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we safely return all our familiar services and programs in libraries across the state.

“We’re looking forward to seeing you again.”

General enquiries and research questions can be directed to Libraries Tasmania’s online chat service on the website, or the enquiry phone line on 6165 5600 weekdays from 9am to 5pm.

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Montrose Bay High School Dominic’s Launch students volunteer experience into Learning is back

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FIVE Montrose Bay High School students have embarked on a work experience journey by volunteering with Hobart City Mission.

During August, the

students will undertake the volunteer placement as part of Montrose Bay High School’s 10-week Big Picture Program.

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cilitates student directed learning in schools and includes a work experience component.

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“The Big Picture Program helps students to feel more engaged with their learning,” Ms Mead said. “they are in control of what they want to study and gain real life skills to prepare them for the workplace.”

Hobart City Mission contacted Ms Mead to offer the students a week-long volunteering opportunity during National Student Volunteer Week, which starts 10 August.

Ms Mead said the call came at the right time, as COVID-19 had made it difficult to find workplaces who could take students for the 10week program.

“The students are excited about volunteering with Hobart City Mission,” she said.

“Four of the five students haven’t had much experience in the workplace, so they are really curious and ready to go – they’re looking forward to getting to do something different.

“They’ll be starting in the City Mission Op Shops Sorting Warehouse initially.

“Some of them are also really keen to gain some retail experience in the Op Shops too.”

Jack is one of the students who will be volunteering with Hobart City Mission.

“I haven’t been in a formal workplace before, although I have had some experience in public speaking through my work with autism awareness,” Jack said.

“I’m hoping to learn some new skills.

“I’m feeling a little bit nervous, but mainly excited.”

For more information about student volunteering opportunities with Hobart City Mission, contact Sara Shepherd at volunteering@hobartcitymission. org.au.

From left, Launch into Learning teacher Madelyn Carver having fun with LIL student Haley (aged three).

DOMINIC College’s Launch into Learning program has recommenced following the recent COVID-19 closures with staff excited to welcome new families and regular community members back to the school.

Launch into Learning (LIL) is a free early learning program for zero to four-year-olds and their parents or grandparents, which provides opportunities for families and children to play and learn together while they become familiar with the school environment.

In its fourth year at the school, the community outreach program recognises and reinforces Dominic College’s philosophy that parents are the primary educators, and that the nature and quality of children’s experiences in the first phase of their life is critical to optimise their development as learners.

“Research highlights the effectiveness of the Launch into Learning program as significantly

supporting children to achieve success as they commence and continue formal schooling,” Dominic College principal Beth Gilligan said.

“Our LIL children transition very smoothly into our kinder and prep, they have the least anxiety about formal schooling and their confidence levels through environmental and social familiarity put them a huge step ahead in the transition process.”

Ms Gilligan said the program emphasised the foundational partnership the college aimed to have with parents if they were to achieve the very best outcomes for students.

Throughout the program, children are involved in activities that help develop their oral language, support their overall brain development, imagination and creativity, as well as build important social and emotional skills.

Each week they also have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a range of fine motor ac-

tivities, literacy, construction and music activities.

Children have access to the college library where they can borrow books and make regular visits to other parts of the college including its Animal Husbandry Centre, where interactions with the rabbits, chickens and ducks are a staple attraction.

“Our college programs offer families the advantage of becoming connected with our community and feeling supported right from the start,” LIL teacher and Dominic College Old Scholar Madelyn Carver said.

“I had this as a child at Dominic and I know others will love being a part of this community.

“We always welcome new faces to the college and share in the joy of beginning every child’s learning journey with us.”

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Glenorchy community takes action during August

From left, Glenorchy Salvation Army Captain Jeff Milkins and Glenorchy City Council Mayor Kristie Johnson.

A MONTH-LONG project that will collect dry and tinned goods for people, new-born babies and pets has launched in Glenorchy as part of Homelessness Week.

Action August is an initiative by Glenorchy City Council, Glenorchy Salvation Army and Chigwell Child and Family Centre that is about raising awareness of homelessness in the Glenorchy community.

“Often people think of homelessness as people sleeping rough out on the streets, but homelessness is also about people doing couch surfing and things like that, so it’s really quite prevalent in our community,” Glenorchy City Mayor Kristie John-

son said.

“We want to raise awareness about the importance of housing as a human right, but also about the importance of responding to those people who are facing homelessness in this COVID-19 crisis.”

Glenorchy City Council will work with Glenorchy Salvation Army by acting as a donation point for non-perishable goods, and will also run a range of activities throughout the month, including a takeaway lunch for vulnerable people on 5 August at Council.

“We want to encourage people having difficulties with housing at the moment or homelessness to seek help,”

Mayor Johnson said.

“It’s really important to remember that homelessness is not just something experienced by a small number of people, it can be experienced by a large number of people and at anytime, so it could be your mum, your sister, your brother, your cousin - anyone could experience homelessness just through circumstance and that is particularly true through COVID-19.”

Chigwell Child and Family Centre will also act as a donation point for items for babies and new goods to help families in need.

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anticipating an even higher demand for its services once the JobKeeper allowance was reduced or stopped.

“Throughout this period of time every donation counts, particularly looking towards the September period where the extra stimulus money cuts off - we’re expecting a huge influx around that time when the need skyrockets and these extra payments cease,” he said.

“Unfortunately, due to the housing situation and lack of availability of rental properties and public housing waiting list, a lot of people are spending a lot of time out on the streets or couch surfing.

“Homelessness is always important, the issue is always there.”

Captain Milkins said they had received a large amount of support from the Glenorchy community, with people providing donations of food, blankets, clothing, sleeping bags and other goods.

“The people in this community do really look out for each other where they can, which is fantastic and they’re incredibly generous,” he said.

“Donations can all

be used to support people who are sleeping rough either through our homelessness packs or through food hampers.”

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A RECENT shoe drive for the homeless led by Speaker of the House of Assembly and Liberal Member for Clark Sue Hickey has received an overwhelming response, with people delivering footwear of all kinds to Bethlehem House.

Ms Hickey said the men who were being sheltered at Bethlehem House were lacking warm footwear for when they left the house.

“We decided to help by doing a boot or shoe drive and people dropped their shoes off to Bethlehem House or at our office - we both got overwhelmed,” she said.

“It was surprising the amount and quality of shoes we got.

“There were lots of sneakers and hiking boots, a few football boots, dress shoes, and some people kindly donated thick socks as well - all these things are really important.”

Ms Hickey said it was especially important to support homeless and vulnerable people during winter.

“A lot of people who haven’t been taking care of their health have feet problem, so to own good secure shoes that keep their

feet warm and let no moisture in is a really significant thing that most of us take for granted.”

“I’m encouraging people to donate anything that is warm, so we would really love people to be looking for waterproof, warm jackets, warm shoes, beanies, scarves and socks that we could give to people,” she said.

“This is a time for people to have a good clean out of their things, and most of us have a couple of spare coats that we haven’t worn for years or don’t fit anymore - there’s always someone else waiting to treasure it.”

Ms Hickey said she was heartened by the response from the community.

“There’s a lady who donates care bags every couple of weeks, with lots of things that people need to freshen up and feel better about themselves,” she said.

“It’s this kind of kindness that we’ve seen come out of the COVID-19 pandemic and which we’re really trying to encourage.”

People can donate by phoning Ms Hickey’s office on 6212 2356 or drop shoes off at 331 Main Road, Glenorchy.

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Local store raises Now’s the time funds for vital research to stay in touch

By Josh Willie Member for Elwick

From left, Glenorchy Coles employees Logan Nettlefold and Haley Nicholson.

GLENORCHY Coles store was among the top five fundraisers in Tasmania for FightMND Big Freeze 6, with shoppers and team members raising nearly $15,000 during the six-week campaign to help find a cure for Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

Across the country, Coles reached a new fundraising record, raising more than $5 million through the sale of beanies and Coles brand fresh pork to support research into finding effective treatment for MND. “We’re incredibly proud to have raised more than $200,000 in Tassie for FightMND this year,” Coles regional manager Tasmania Scott

Franklin said.

“It’s been amazing to see the support from our customers and team members who have driven a lot of local store fundraising initiatives like ice bucket challenges and store raffles.

“We want to say a big thank you to our customers and the local community in Tasmania who have supported the campaign by buying a beanie or Coles brand fresh pork.

“When so many people are doing it tough as a result of COVID-19, it’s wonderful to see the great community spirit and support for such a worthy cause.”

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Cain said the funds would provide a significant benefit to help those in need.

“There is nothing quite like the passion the community has for an event like the Big Freeze and the admiration Australians feel for Neale Daniher, his family and everyone at FightMND who have dedicated themselves to helping fight the beast that is Motor Neurone Disease,” he said.

An average of two Australians are diagnosed with MND every day, while another two succumb to the disease.

Fight MND chief executive officer Jamie Howden said Coles’ willingness to broaden

its support through their extensive network of supermarkets nationwide contributed significantly to the final campaign total.

“Having Coles on board to sell beanies this year has made a huge impact on the fight against MND and on this campaign specifically which faced many challenges due to the restrictions of COVID-19,” he said.

“Not only does this partnership raise vital funds for MND medical research, it also provides an amazing national platform for FightMND to mobilise the message and awareness of how devastating the disease is.”

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UNFORTUNATELY, people say or hear the term ‘mental health’ they often think in standard and stereotyped ways.

They might think of telephone counselling services, seeing a medical professional or even being prescribed medication.

Reaching out for services and seeking help might seem simple on face value but there can be many barriers and people continue to suffer in silence.

People are sad and alone, they feel scared and hopeless.

Feelings such as these can become all-consuming and interfere with our lives in profound ways.

It can disturb our sleep, make it hard to concentrate, put stress on our relationships or even make getting out of bed difficult.

Access to services are important, but so is community awareness.

Former Richmond Footballer Shane Tuck’s recent death is a tragic reminder that mental health struggles can impact anyone at any point in time.

As his dad Michael Tuck said, “a lot of men think they’re all right and they’re actually not, and the best help they can get is telling people

From left, Mitch McPherson from Speak Up Stay ChatTY and member for Eliwick Josh Willie.

actually how bad they are, and not saying, I’m all right, I’m all right.”

As Michael said, we need to talk about it and have the confidence to reach out.

Mitch McPherson from Speak Up Stay ChatTY has made a huge difference in recent years by raising awareness in the community.

Every day he works to promote positive mental health and prevent suicide by normalising conversations about mental health and encouraging people to seek help when they need it.

I first met Mitch when he visited my classroom to speak with students during Speak Up

Stay Chatty’s infancy.

Since then, we have become friends and I am continually inspired by his outlook and ability to recount his family’s own tragic experience in an effort to help others.

COVID-19 has been a difficult time for all of us.

That is why Mitch and I are hosting a mental health community morning tea in the northern suburbs on 8 September at 10:30am.

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From left, Claremont Men’s Shed committee member Peter Briggs, Claremont Men’s Shed president Colin Richardson and local Liberal Member for Clark Elise Archer.

WHAT started as an idea over a beverage on a Friday lunchtime has now progressed from a small building to a large purpose-built shed.

Since the Claremont Men’s Shed was established in 2017 it has supported numerous people in the greater Claremont area.

The Shed has been operating out of a disused building behind the Claremont Hotel, but State and Federal Government grant funding and a lot of community support has meant the brand-new Men’s Shed on Main Road in Claremont is almost complete.

Claremont Men’s Shed president Colin Richardson said along with the upgraded shed, local Liberal Minister Elise Archer had also

donated a drop saw.

“We’ve just bought a couple of welders so the new drop saw means that we can now cut metal, which is going to be really beneficial for our projects,” he said.

The Claremont Men’s Shed currently has 20 members, but with the new shed they will be able to expand their membership and welcome anyone who would like to join.

Members help out those in the community by doing odd repairs, working on projects with the Claremont Rotary Club and assisting those in the community who might be doing it tough.

“Since COVID-19, I would probably get a call a day from someone interested in joining, so there is a need

in the community for the Shed and to provide mental health support,” Mr Richardson said.

“You can come on down and talk through your problems with someone rather than sitting at home twiddling your thumbs.

“We’re looking forward to getting our community back up and running again.

“There’s so many people to thank for their support in getting this new shed built, including Tasmanian Professional Plasterers, Brock Plaster Supplies, Rosetta Plumbing, Haynes Paint, Dyson Painters, Reece Plumbing Hobart, Trade-link Hobart, Glenorchy City Council Property Section, Sign Nation, Tas City Builders, Claremont Rotary Club,

Jackson Security, Brady Contracting and of course Minister Archer.

“We’re really appreciative for everything that everyone has done for us.”

Ms Archer said the Claremont Men’s Shed provided a number of benefits to the community.

“The Claremont Men’s Shed offers people in the area with a place to come to spend time together and work on projects in the company of others,” she said.

“The Shed provides an important role in the health and wellbeing of its members and also the opportunity to connect with the community, which is why I have always supported the great work of this association.”

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Local pharmacies helping the most vulnerable

From left, executive manager of Community, Family and Children’s Services for CatholicCare Tasmania Michael McKenna, with Matt Luciani who presented a donation from the Hobart Friendly Society to aid the Emergency Relief.

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LOCAL profit-for-purpose pharmacies are helping to support those facing immediate financial need as families and temporary visa holders face the economic fallout from COVID-19.

Friendly Care Pharmacies – with pharmacies in Moonah, New Town and Hobart – provide support to local charities through the Hobart Friendly Society.

One recent beneficiary of the Society’s goodwill was CatholicCare Tasmania, based in New Town, which operates an Emergency Relief program to aid those facing immediate financial crisis.

“Emergency relief is just that – relief in the form of vouchers or paying a bill, or part of a bill, at those times when people are in a financial

emergency,” executive manager of Community, Family and Children’s Services for CatholicCare Tasmania Michael McKenna said.

No cash is given out, but grocery, petrol and pharmacy vouchers are available, and assistance is tailored to the individual need, which could include urgent car repairs, medical bills, or the purchase of necessary white goods.

In the past 12 months, CatholicCare has distributed funds to more than 1000 families or individuals and has seen a steady increase in requests since COVID-19.

The Emergency Relief statewide coordinator Marianne Curran said staff could field up to 50 calls a day of requests for Emergency Relief.

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Hobart Friendly Society group pharmacy manager Matt Luciani said he hoped the Society’s donation would help people access basic necessities like shelter, food and healthcare.

“We exist to help the local Hobart community, and we have recently changed our focus onto vulnerable populations,” he said.

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Mrs Curran said those who had previously accessed help were more often women than men, with them often being single mothers.

However, lately it had been families.

“We’ve got people who have never had to ask for help before who have lost employment through COVID-19,” Mrs Curran said.

Recently, the largest cohort seeking assistance had been temporary visa holders.

“People often break into tears when they realise they are going to receive help,” Mrs Curran said.

“Tears of relief – they just can’t believe that someone would help them like that, it’s just total gratitude.”

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Lions Australia Chairperson of the Council of Governors David Triffett, right, with wife Carolyn Triffett.

FORMER Lions Club of Glenorchy City member David Triffett has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Council of Governors for Lions Australia.

Mr Triffett has been a Lion for 20 years, having served 16 years

with the Lions Club of Glenorchy City before recently transferring to the Lions Club of Clarence.

“I’ve always been interested in community service,” Mr Triffett said.

“During those years, I’ve been able to grow a community of Lions in Glenorchy City and work with the community in a lot of projects and help those people who have had hardships or are in need.”

Mr Tiffett said his goal was to continue to serve the community to the best of his ability “The community means to me to be part of a bigger network of people and looking after each other,” he said.

“I believe it’s connecting everything together and the service in what we do.

“Tasmania continues to work and deliver small services where they can, assisting the elderly, collecting warm clothing for those in need and most importantly, looking out for and keeping in touch with the community.”

In 2009, Mr Triffett was Glenorchy Citizen of the Year, following the motto of ‘connect together in service’ - working together as a team to achieve strong, positive and sincere service to others.

“I enjoy seeing someone be happy,” Mr Triffett said.

“It’s all community minded and to just see smiles on people’s faces and see our community grow is amazing.

“Where there is a need, there is a Lion.”

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Alongside a check-up and clean by a dental professional every six months, this will ensure you stay on top of your dental health.

There are 262,800 minutes of usage every 6 months, with constant rebalancing of pH levels.

By visiting a dental professional, they will check for cavities, gum condition and notify you of any potential problems.

Dentistry is an ever-evolving

study, so it is helpful to seek advice from your dentist so you have up-to-date cleaning methods and instruments, and can stay out of the dentist’s chair for longer.

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Island Dental believes “mouth is not an island” ISLAND Dental is a locally owned and independently operated family dental practice in the heart of Hobart.

The modern practice is conveniently located at 195 Elizabeth Street with ample on-street metred parking.

The team is led by principal dentist Dr Girish Sasidharan and director Jasmine Raju – both with a keen interest in public health and patient centred care.

Associate dentists Dr Sophie Lomas and Dr Jessica Jerome provide experience, dynamics and expertise to the team.

Since opening its doors to the Tasmanian community last year, Island Dental has grown from one dentist to three and offers extended operating hours, including some Saturdays.

The team at Island Dental is very passionate about creating a warm, friendly and relaxing environment for patients and take a non-judgemental approach to their treatment needs.

This unique ‘Island Dental experience’ is the reason the team have been able to put smiles on the face of more than 1000 patients within a year of opening.

Dr Girish said he had a clear

vision about making dentistry more accessible to everyone in the community.

“Mouth is not an island,” he said.

“Dental health is fundamental to overall health and wellbeing of a person.

“Poor oral health is significantly associated with systemic diseases including heart disease, diabetes and respiratory diseases.

“The importance of keeping the mouth and body healthy is more important now than ever during the pandemic.”

Dr Girish highlighted the importance of a good oral hygiene routine, regular dental visits, and healthy diet and lifestyle for protecting dental health and maintaining general health, especially with the lifestyle changes happening globally.

Reducing oral micro-organisms would also benefit the immune system.

“There is an increased consumption of alcohol, tobacco products and processed foods and drinks during this pandemic,” Dr Girish said.

“The sugar and acids in these substances are detrimental to dental health.”

The dentists at Island Dental can perform a comprehensive oral

examination and discuss treatment options for you.

In the event of dental emergencies, they will try to accommodate patients on the same day.

To improve the access to dental

care for everyone, Island Dental also operates a mobile dental unit to serve the non-ambulant patients and residents at aged care facilities.

The team at Island Dental also participate in various outreach pro-

grams and oral health promotion.

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Dancing the line LOCAL residents are back into the swing of things, with line dancing classes at the Chigwell Barn resuming following the COVID-19 shutdown.

Boots and All is taught by Laura Rittenhouse and Regan Love on Thursdays for basic beginners from 10am to 11am, beginners plus from 11:30am to 12:30pm, and on Fridays for basic beginners from 1pm to 2pm and improvers from 2pm to 2:30pm.

Ms Rittenhouse said she started line dancing in Rosny three years ago.

“We fell in love with it and choreographed our own dance and decided to start our own class as a way to give back to the community,” she said.

“We started a class at the German Club in Glenorchy two years ago in October before outgrowing that space and

From left, Sue Devine, Boots and All instructor Laura Rittenhouse and Annette Brown.

moving here.”

Line dancing is a sequence of dancing steps that involves turns and steps.

“It’s the physical activity and the social side, it’s also good for emotional and mental health as well as brain training,” Ms Rittenhouse said

“Line dancing is for any age, but certainly as you age the risk of dementia is a real thing, so line dancing where you have to learn steps is combining the physical with the mental and is really good for memory it’s just fun.”

Sue Devine has been

coming to the class for one and a half years.

“It’s good fun, we don’t take it too seriously and we just have a good time,” Ms Devine said.

“We did some line dancing on Zoom for a while, but it’s great to be back and see everyone face-to-face.”

Levelling up through isolation

Luke Kingston from Moonah.

MOONAH local Luke Kingston’s love of gaming began at a young age with his first handheld Nintendo DS, and now the young gamer has started an inspiring journey to connect people both online and offline.

Luke considers himself a dedicated Nintendo fan and feels particularly drawn to the character of Mario.

He has been making YouTube videos for more than eight years under the name MRMARIO827 and has weekly live stream videos of various video games to a growing audience of 1000 fans.

Recently, the National Disability Insurance Scheme created a pathway for Luke to become more connected with his community and make new friends.

The plan was de-

signed to incorporate his passion for video games and create opportunities for fun and engaging projects.

Luke was put in touch with Joel Imber from Create Crew, a Glenorchy based youth worker, musician and artist, and he became a mentor for the gamer as they developed ideas for Luke to reach out to his peers in his local community.

Last year, Luke and Mr Imber successfully filmed, edited and launched Luke’s first video game documentary titled ‘Our Gaming Lives’.

As part of the documentary, Luke went into the community and interviewed other gaming enthusiasts and discussed how they grew up playing video games and why they love them so much.

The success of the documentary led to more opportunities, and with a little planning and creative thinking, the pair secured sponsorship and a venue for an all abilities video game tournament.

The event was created with the intention to be a safe and fun environment for people with mixed abilities to play together.

However, COVID-19 put a halt on the launch, with the event having to be rescheduled until later in the year.

In the meantime, Luke continued to post new gaming videos on his YouTube channel, as well as using it to publish funny, engaging and silly videos with Mr Imber.

Luke filmed and edited the videos from his home using a greenscreen to change backgrounds and add

an extra gimmick to his content.

“The greenscreen is great, as it allows you to be very creative, be yourself, be funny and build confidence,” Luke said.

He is considering taking the green screen to small events and sharing his abilities with others.

Mr Imber said he was impressed with how Luke had channelled his passion into these projects, which are benefitting others and helping Luke grow in confidence.

Luke said he would continue to seek opportunities to engage his audience and community with video creations and projects both online and offline.

“Staying connected and creative is really important and these projects will allow me to remain at the top of my game,” he said.

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Project tackles violence head on

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From left, Tasmanian Community Fund board member Frank Barta and Hobart Women’s Shelter chief executive officer Janet Saunders.

THE Hobart Women’s Shelter has launched a new bystander project focused on preventing all forms of violence following a successful grant from the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF).

Delivered in partnership with Engender Equality, Women’s Health Tasmania and the Women’s Legal Service Tasmania, the Mentors in Violence Prevention Program is an exciting new leadership program that views all participants as empowered bystanders who can confront, interrupt or prevent violence.

Hobart Women’s Shelter chief executive officer Janet Saunders said the program will hugely benefit the Tasmanian community.

“The Mentors in Violence Prevention Project will be important for the whole community as it seeks to enlist all people in helping to end violence in our communities by equipping them with the skills to be effective

bystanders,” she said.

“We expect to be able to begin delivering the program workshops

by September 2020 and will deliver 50 workshops state-wide over a threeyear period.

“The workshops will give participants the chance to develop and practice concrete options which they can use in a number of situations, ranging from the rather harmless-seeming to actual violence.”

Ms Saunders said the Hobart Women’s Shelter and partner organisations were delighted to receive the TCF funding, as it would have a positive impact on the organisations, their supporters, and the general community.

“While we are pleased that the TCF could see the worth of the project, we believe that the fact we were able to demonstrate the whole-of-community benefit was another major factor in gaining grant support,” she said.

“We believe we presented a good business case with clear budgeting protocols that highlighted the value of the program to the community as a whole.”

TCF chair Sally Darke applauded the initiative taken by the Hobart Women’s Shelter and partnering organisations.

“It’s great to see a community centred project take shape to equip people to tackle a prevalent issue in our society – we are confident this will make a real impact in the Tasmanian community,” she said The TCF recently announced a COVID-19 Response Round to specifically help support, connect and rebuild Tasmanian community organisations in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Our communities are evolving, and the Tasmanian community is committed to enabling projects and programs that meet the changing

needs of our communities,” Ms Darke said.

“Improving community wellbeing and health is certainly one of those areas.”

Small applications will close on 26 August 2020, large applications will close on 12 August 2020 and medium applications will close 30 September 2020.

An independent community funding body, the Tasmanian Community Fund was established following the sale of the Trust Bank in 1999 to provide grants to community organisations that make a difference by improving social, environmental and economic wellbeing of the Tasmanian community.

Since that time the TCF has allocated approximately more than $106 million to approximately 3,100 state-wide projects.

For more information, visit the Fund’s website www.tascomfund.org or contact the Fund Office on 6165 8333.

SHOWGROUND SUNDAY MARKET REOPENS THE Hobart Showground Sunday Market has reopened after a four-month closure forced by the COVID-19 lockdown.

More than 60 stall holders have been setting up shop in a covered space each Sunday, enacting a COVID-19 safety plan to ensure strict hygiene was enacted for stall holders.

This includes logged temperature checks on arrival.

Goods on sale at the market include fruit and vegetables, plants, preserves and cakes, tools,

electronic games, vinyl records, antiques, bric-a-brac, jewellery, knitted goods, baby clothes, AFL gift ware, and many other offerings.

In usual times, the market attracts about 100,000 visitors a year to 150 stalls, with 2000 visitors each Sunday.

However, during COVID-19, numbers of people inside the pavilion have been restricted to 250 at any one time.

“The Showground Sunday Market is one of the biggest

weekly community markets in Tasmania,” Royal Agricultural Society of Tasmania chief executive Scott Gadd said.

“Clearly, if you feel unwell or are otherwise vulnerable to COVID-19, you shouldn’t attend.

“But those who come to the market can be assured that a rigorous hygiene plan is in place which should not prove to be too intrusive for market goers.”

Stalls are being spaced apart and there is aisle monitoring to meet social distance requirements.

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Fund paves the way forward for Cancer Council Tasmania

A step closer to National Walk Safely to School Day

From left, Cancer Council of Tasmania chief executive officer Penny Egan and Peter Ennever.

THE Cancer Council of Tasmania has launched its new Future Fund, with the aim to raise $10 million in 10 years Cancer Council of Tasmania chief executive officer Penny Egan said the COVID-19 pandemic had severely impacted the organisation.

“Cancer doesn’t retreat,” she said.

“Every day, more than nine Tasmanians receive a cancer diagnosis - add to the 31,000 Tasmanians currently living with a cancer diagnosis.

“National research indicates that this figure is going to increase by 70 per cent to over 15 people per day by 2040, meaning one in 18 of us will be living with a personal history of cancer.

“On current population growth, this will mean potentially over 40,000 Tasmanians will be living with a cancer diagnosis.”

Ms Egan said the Future Fund was a new initiative that was a vehicle to take away some of the risk of the reliance on current fundraising and donor activities.

“The aim of the Fund is to support the capacity of Cancer Council by providing financial security,” she said.

“Our aim is to secure substantial earning from the Fund that will be reinvested back into the operations of the business to ensure we can continue to deliver its programs, services and investment into research.”

Benefits of the Fund could be delivered by investment into new programs and services, extended breadth and reach of services and programs, investment into research, and infrastructure in the form of support centres and accommodation.

Future Fund chair Royce Fairborther said the Fund was going to make a big difference to those who need it most.

“It’s a proactive solution to a challenging problem and a way to provide people with an opportunity to donate to something that is going to continue to go on giving for the long term.”

Peter Ennever and

his family are one of the beneficiaries of the fund, with Mr Ennever’s son James being diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumour in December last year.

“It was good to be able to chat to the Cancer Council and put it into perspective, as there was a lot unknown that you’re just not aware of,” Mr Ennever said.

“It affected everybody in the family slightly different and that’s the benefit of having somewhere we could call through.”

Mr Ennever said his daughter Lizzie was also diagnosed with cancer, but was well supported

by Canteen.

“There are a number of things that the medical and hospital system can’t provide, and James fell into a gap because he was just outside the Canteen age window,” he said.

“We chatted about it for a long time, that it would be of great benefit if those things that were available to young people, were available to adults, and the Cancer Council provides this.”

PRIMARY school aged children across Tasmania are encouraged to start incorporating regular walking back into their daily routine.

To support this, the Pedestrian Council of Australia has announced National Walk Safely to School Day has been rescheduled for Friday 11 September 2020 following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions.

Professor Patrick McGorry urged families with primary school aged children to start putting their best foot forward following a significant rise in anxiety, depression and overall poor mental health among young Australians due to the COVID-19 lockdown.

“The recent pandemic dramatically interrupted the routines of families with young children as schools closed for extended periods of time and or-

ganised sport postponed until further notice,” Professor McGorry said.

“The mental and physical health impacts of COVID-19 are intertwined and we need to act quickly to flatten the rising curve of young Australian’s now struggling with mental health.”

National Walk Safely to School Day is a community initiative that aims to raise awareness of the health, road safety, transport and environmental benefits that regular walking (especially to and from school) can provide for the long-term wellbeing of our children.

Professor McGorry said along with physical benefits, regular walking had a positive impact on children’s mental health and academic performance.

“Research by Orygen shows that regular exercise, like walking to and

from school, has a positive impact on anxiety and depression which is why we are encouraging primary school aged children to step into spring this September for National Walk Safely to School Day,” he said.

“There has never been a better time to build walking into our kid’s daily routine, by walking to and from, school, not just on Friday 11 September, but every day.”

Pedestrian Council of Australia chairman and chief executive officer Harold Scruby said childhood obesity affected one in four children at critical levels across Australia based on National Health Survey results.

“Unless teachers, parents, carers and the community get behind this event and its objectives, this number will never decrease,” he said.

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“The best exercise for all of us is regular walking – children require at least 60 minutes per day of physical activity.

“We should encourage them to reinstate these healthy habits off the back of COVID-19 and include walking at the beginning, during and end of each day.”

The national initiative promotes improved diets, positive environmental action, better use of public transport with reduced car-dependency, and the vitally important road safety message of ‘until they are 10, children must always hold the hand of an adult when crossing the road.’

Parents and carers are also encouraged to walk more to reduce dangerous traffic congestion around schools, while minimising the risk of Australian children developing heart disease and diabetes.

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Keen hikers prepare for iconic fundraising walk NOT-FOR-PROFIT organisation Tasmanian Iconic Walks has put in a considerable amount of planning to be able to offer its third annual fundraising walk on the Tasman Peninsula on 7 November 2020.

“We have considered all the social distancing measures and we have a very thorough COVID safeplan, so assuming there are no further government restrictions, this event will happen,” Tasmanian Iconic Walks founder and chair Jo Cordell-Cooper said.

“We’re calling on all mad keen hikers – or who want to be mad keen hikers – to form teams of four.

“Additionally, we ask our participants to rasie $250 per person or $1000 per team, 100 per cent of this will go to Stroke Foundation as it always has.”

The Stroke Foundation was nominated as charity of choice by Tasmanian Iconic Walks due to a number of board members or past board members having lost family members to stroke.

The sole purpose of Tasmanian Iconic Walks is to raise money for other charities while educating people about minimising their own risk for having a stroke.

Ms Cordell-Cooper said approximately 1,500 Tasmanians have a stroke each and every year.

“Already we have had eight teams express interest and we have attracted

two young survivors of stroke – Matt Picone and Nic Stephen,” Ms Cordell-Cooper said.

“Both have had a stroke, been through rehabilitation and made excellent recoveries.

“It’s great for Tasmanian Iconic walks to be able to share the stories of these young men because it is proof that if you receive early medical intervention after a stroke you can go on to live a healthy life and return to work.”

Bott Mr Picone and Mr Stephen will bring teams to the event.

The event will be on 7 November 2020 and will involve a 17km, sev-

en hour wilderness hike from the Tasman Arch to Fortescue Bay. Entry costs $85 per person as an early bird special before 7 September and $99 after.

Tasmanian Iconic Walks is also hosting a 10 walks, 10 weeks free program via its Facebook page.

From the beginning of Stroke Awareness Week (31 August to 6 September), people are being asked to commit to completeing a hike of 60 minutes or longer each week for 10 weeks.

“We then ask that you share your walk on the group and use the hashtag #10walks10weeks

and #fightstroke,” Ms Cordell-Cooper said.

“The point is, and the whole concept behind Tasmanian Iconic Walks, is that low levels of physical activity is the number two risk factor for having a stroke, so if you, like us, believe that prevention is better than cure then walking regularly is a way to address your own risk factors for having a stroke.”

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I WRITE a lot about consistency and its importance in dog training.

I advise that consistent repetition of the same sounds and body language in the same situations will make it easier for a dog to recognise routines and sequences of events.

For the same reason, I advise households to coordinate their commands and signals when interacting with the family dog to avoid confusion.

Once a dog has settled into family life however, a common problem is boredom.

You may walk the dog regularly, take it for a drive, throw a ball or stick — but depending on the individual dog this may not be enough to keep it happy.

This applies especially to working breeds; they need engagement — they need to be busy working and thinking.

When I start to work with a dog, it often comes equipped with an established repertoire of commands and signals which its own human family has built up.

Some clients express initial concern when I

expect their dog to learn a whole new lexicon of my own, but are pleasantly surprised to soon find their dog using two separate languages with ease.

It’s good for them, like learning a second language is for humans.

This is another reason for a dog to have human friends outside the family circle — a subject I touched on recently.

If you become such a friend, you will have several advantages.

Mostly you get a grandparent situation – quality time and total control over the dog’s experiences while in your company.

And then you give them back.

This is the best way to see how dog training works.

To those people who contacted me after last month’s column, try the following.

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When you turn up to collect the dog, have your outing mapped out and talk to the dog about it.

Go somewhere

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Go somewhere where dogs go or have been and smell things there.

Drive, walk, it doesn’t matter.

Go to two or three places and smell things.

When you take the dog back, make it sit for a treat.

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Now you have to go back and do it the same way next week.

Then you have to do it again.

The dog has to believe in you.

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Just use them consistently.

If you say “cockatoo” every time the dog gets in the car (or is put in the car), eventually it will hear the word and get in the car — or if there’s no car perhaps jump on to the couch.

Signals like “stay” can apply to all sorts of situations and your new friend will eagerly learn how you use them.

The dog will do all the work if you show it that it can believe in you — that you will be consistent.

There is no shortcut.

You have to show the dog that you can be relied upon.

There’s no end to this once you get it.

Expand your outings and keep using the signals.

Just be consistent.

Lots of people don’t have the patience.

For some the greatest challenge is being in charge.

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Chilly nights, a warm welcome and hot soup THE streets around Hobart are quiet at this time of year, with families, flatmates and friends staying safe at home with lights and heating high and with a hot drink to guard against the cold winter outside.

Elsewhere, a dedicated group of caring volunteers have been preparing to spend the night away from their loved ones to serve the less fortunate who don’t have a place to call home.

On most nights, more than 50 people wait in the cold and dark for Loui’s Van to arrive to distribute winter clothes, a warm welcome and a hot meal.

St. Vincent de Paul Society’s southern regional president Pat Flanagan said he had seen an unrelenting demand for Loui’s Van. “We started with one Loui’s Van more than 25 years ago, which has grown to three vans today, covering Hobart, Kingston, and Huonville,” he said.

“Sadly, for the past few months, they have all been garaged, with COVID-19 having affected the Society’s ability to deliver warm clothes and hot food.

“While we were able to continue emergency relief over the last few months, it is great to be back on the road in time

From left, Kane Ingham from Aurora and Vinnies long-term volunteer Robert Kreshl.

for the coldest part of winter.

“Those who rely on Loui’s Van range from children to aged people and reflect a broad cross section of our community.”

Mr Flanagan said Loui’s Van assisted more than 17,000 people across the state last year.

“Many people are experiencing considerable difficulty, including homelessness, mental health issues, isolation, drug and alcohol issues, and poor self-esteem, which has been exacerbated by COVID-19,” he said.

“For many, Loui’s

Van is a reminder of the dignity, concerns, and the value of all people, which goes to the heart of the Society’s reason for existing.

“The Society has a wonderful brigade of volunteers who are involved in all aspects of the Loui’s Van’s operation – from making soup, preparing sandwiches, and delivering the services around Hobart.

“It’s a wonderful feeling to be able to offer hope and help to the less fortunate.”

Almost anyone can volunteer at Loui’s Van. “Volunteers do not re-

quire any particular experience, but it is important to be non-judgemental and to have an open heart to accept others,” Mr Flanagan said.

“A sense of humour helps at times, but most important of all, a commitment to building a just and compassionate community.

“The majority of Vinnies volunteers find Loui’s Van a rewarding and enjoyable experience.”

There are three Loui’s Vans delivering hope to the homeless and those at risk of homelessness in and around Hobart.

For $25, anyone

can ‘adopt’ Loui for an evening and help the homeless without leaving home.

A $25 donation feeds the 50 people who visit Loui’s Van on any given night.

Donors can even choose the date, which could be to recognise a birthday or a donation in memory of a loved one.

To make a $25 donation or for more information about volunteering with Loui’s Van and the St. Vincent de Paul Society, contact the Emergency Relief coordinator at louisvan@stvinnies.org.au or phone 6234 4244.

2020 Sleep Out goes digital THE Salvos Sleep Out 2020 will be held on Thursday 3 September with the aim to raise $50,000 to keep Hobart’s Street2Home community outreach program running for people experiencing homelessness in Hobart and Glenorchy.

The Sleep Out also provides an educational experience about homelessness in Tasmania, the daily challenges faced by people who sleep rough and the Street2Home service.

In most years, the Salvos Sleep Out is the one night of discomfort that we all need to experience.

This year, the event will go online due to

COVID-19 restrictions, providing an opportunity for more people to become involved as there will be no limits in number or age for participants.

Sleeping out will change participants’ thoughts about homelessness forever, with this one act of kindness also changing the lives of Tasmanians doing it tough.

Interested participants can register online and start fundraising with their friends.

On the night of 3 September, the Salvos Sleep Out website will include content throughout the evening such as video tours of homelessness services, lived

The Salvos Sleep Out will go digital for 2020.

experience testimonials and a guest panel of distinguished thinkers

in the area of homelessness.

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tion and registration, visit https://salvossleepout. salvationarmy.org.au/.

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Community News

$55 million Tasman Private Hospital and Medical Centre update PLANS by national short stay hospital specialist Nexus Hospitals to develop a privately-funded $55 million medical facility in New Town Road have been formally advertised.

Nexus chief executive officer Andrew Petering said the company had lodged a new Development Application with the Hobart City Council in April after significant consultation with council officers and nearby residents.

“While the amended design retains the purpose and function of the original development, we have made substantial alterations and improvements in line with feedback received,” he said.

These changes include: • Increased building setbacks from residential boundaries with the building stepping further back as it increases in height.

• Public and staff carparking for 236 vehicles within two fully enclosed basement parking levels.

• Redesign of the building facades to reduce the visual bulk at upper levels and break it up into smaller elements that enhance compati-

Community Calendar With COVID-19 restrictions starting to ease, community groups and organisations have begun reopening and recommencing events and classes.

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CITY OF GLENORCHY RSL SUB-BRANCH A meeting will be held at the Croatin Club, 1 Eady Street, Glenorchy, on 14 August at 6:pm for Veterans of the ex-Glenorchy RSL Sub-Branch.

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LIONS CLUB OF GLENORCHY The Glenorchy Lions Club meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at Berridale Clubrooms, 637 Main Road, Berridale at 6.45pm.

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• Increased landscaping, especially to the boundaries of the adjacent residential zone, including provision of established large trees to provide amenity and a buffer to residential buildings.

• Reduced overshadowing and visual impact for adjacent residential buildings.

The “shovel ready” project is a joint venture between Nexus Hospitals and the Contact Group, a Tasmanian family-owned construction business, and is expected to create 180 jobs during construction.

Comprising an acute surgical hospital with six operating theatres and a 24 bed overnight ward for in-patient care, Tasman Private Hospital and Medical Centre will be co-located with related health service providers, including general practice, pharmacy, radiology,

pathology, health support services and conference and research facilities.

Mr Petering said in its communication with the medical profession in Hobart, Nexus had been advised that this “one stop shop” approach was both best practice and vital for Hobart to keep up with national health trends.

“We have worked closely with doctors and nurses to design a facility that will be world class in delivering the highest possible care and convenience for patients,” he said.

“We believe the development has broad support from the local medical profession and the growing southern Tasmanian community.”

Mr Petering said there would not be an emergency department so ambulance and other after hours traffic would be minimal or non-existent and there would be no after-hours admissions.

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Cricket Spectacular From left, Glenorchy City Tennis Club Wendy Cannell, Fernando Bacchereti, Cardio Tennis coach Fairlie Lamond, and Alyssa Hibberd.

From left, Glenorchy Cricket Club director of cricket Simon Stebbings and local Liberal Member for Clark and Glenorchy Cricket Club patron Elise Archer.

THE first two stages of the sports ground development at Shoobridge Park in Austins Ferry have been completed, with support from the State Government, Glenorchy City Council and Cricket Tasmania.

The development included an upgrade of the existing ground with the installation of a new turf wicket, watering system, new fencing, extension of the outfield, seating for the public and cricket players, and bring the ground and outfield up to Premier League standard.

Glenorchy Cricket Club director of cricket Simon Stebbings said there had been a huge growth in cricket in the northern suburbs over the past few years.

“With additional junior and female teams playing turf cricket, we just didn’t have enough facilities for all our players at KGV,” he said.

“Without the State Government grant funding, the project simply wouldn’t have happened.

“The initial State Government funding, through the Department of State Growth Community Infrastructure Fund, provided a $50,000 grant and that, together with Cricket Tasmania/Cricket Australia Infrastructure funding of $20,000 specifically for the pitch and the Glenorchy City Council matched support, enabled us to now have a niche turf cricket facility.”

Local Liberal Mem-

ber for Clark and patron of the Glenorchy Cricket Club Elise Archer said the upgrades would be hugely beneficial to the community.

“This development provides a great cricket facility for the community in a growth area of the Glenorchy municipality,” she said.

“Our Government recognises the importance of our local sporting clubs, and it will be great to see the new facilities in use in the near future.”

The first stage of the project won the Cricket Australia Infrastructure Project of the Year in 2019 and was also runner up in the national community cricket awards.

CARDIO TENNIS AN ACE FOR CLUBS

GLENORCHY City Tennis Club has welcomed a new fast-paced, fun initiative to encourage people to pick up a racquet and have a go at tennis.

Cardio Tennis is a tennis workout program that caters to all levels of fitness and is held at clubs across the state.

Cardio Tennis coach at Glenorchy City Tennis Club Fairlie Lamond said it brought together a variety of cardio workouts and a range of fun tennis drills to a high-energy soundtrack.

“Cardio Tennis is using tennis as a vehicle for fitness, so we do lots of hitting balls, lots of running around and lots of fun and laughter,” she said.

“Tennis is one of those sports for life, you can play it from very little to really old.

“You find where tennis fits

in your life and Cardio Tennis answers and ticks a lot of boxes for people.”

Ms Lamond said the initiative aimed to grow participation of tennis at clubs.

“It’s about getting a whole different clientele into the sport instead of just people who have grown up playing tennis,” she said.

“There’s a lot of people who may have done a little bit of tennis and then didn’t play for a long time, so it’s getting them back into the game with a fastpaced tennis activity that is very social.

“It’s all club based so we’re trying to invigorate clubs with some new people in them.”

Glenorchy City Tennis Club secretary Wendy Cannell said it was an exciting initiative to build membership at the club.

“It’s helping us make more contact with the community,” she said.

“We had a bit of a declining membership in recent years, so it’s trying to get people back to the club that haven’t been here for a while and also attracting new people because we always need new blood and to get the younger generation coming through.”

Cardio Tennis is open to all ages and abilities, with participants only needing suitable footwear, workout gear and water bottles - tennis racquets can be provided by the club with prior notice.

Cardio Tennis runs on Thursdays from 10am at the Glenorchy City Tennis Club.

To register, visit https://play. tennis.com.au/GlenorchyCityTennisClub.

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