Canberra CityNews May 14-20, 2009

may 14-20, 2009

All about Canberra

MICHAEL MOORE

POT, PROSTITUTES AND PORN! SONYA FLADUN

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Pollies won’t call it a day “Not surprisingly, term limits have been hotly debated by incumbents and would-be-career politicians and a number of arguments support a case against their introduction,” Mr Cornwell wrote.

“However, the loss of popular and effective members forced to step down prematurely need not be the fate of incumbents if the limits are applied sensibly and flexibly.”

To apply Mr Cornwell’s threeterm limit to the current Assembly, the ACT would have a different Chief Minister and Attorney General, with Jon Stanhope (first elected 1998) and Simon Corbell (1997) having passed their use-by date as

well as Minister Hargreaves (1998) and Brendan Smyth, Deputy Opposition Leader (1998), would also have passed through the corridors of power.

But in a rare moment of bi-partisan politics, Chief Minister Jon Stanhope, Opposition Leader Zed Seselja and the Greens Meredith Hunter have disagreed with Mr Cornwell.

“The voting public is responsible for deciding who should be elected to represent their interests in the Assembly and how long they should be assigned this privilege,” Chief Minister Jon Stanhope told “CityNews. “I don’t believe it is

necessary or desirable to play with a basic demographic principle by limiting the rights of some to participate in public life.”

Mr Seselja rejected the Cornwell plan out of hand.

“We do not support a three-term limit for ACT Assembly MLAs,” Mr Seselja said. “Every four years the ACT public decides if MLAs are doing a good job and whether they are re-elected.”

Greens Leader Meredith Hunter was to the point.

“We trust that MLAs, their parties or, failing that, the voters will recognise when their time has come,” she said.

It’s a jungle out there!

LOCAL mural artist Byrd has created a jungle scene in a city laneway that has been stopping pedestrians in their tracks.

With collaborator, local spray artist Stylized Impact, the large mural has lush green rainforests and rare birds. The work is in a laneway opposite King O’Malley’s beer garden, at the back of Bailey’s Arcade. The duo recently completed a smoky café scene in the Bunda Street area. The murals have been funded as part of the city improvements programs operated

by Canberra CBC Limited. CEO Linda Staite said: “These are places that have often had graffiti before, so rather than keep cleaning them over and over, we thought we’d have some great murals – because we know that the ‘taggers’ won’t graffiti over a mural.”

– Jorian Gardner

INDEX May 14-20, 2009

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Front cover: Couple Myf Nizette and Peter Evans urge Canberran’s to support the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal. Story Page 6.

Photo by Silas.

MONASH girl Tonie Sauers (pictured), 26, is one of 10 designers to star on “homeMADE”, WIN Television’s new home-renovation series. The group will fully make over 100 rooms at a cost of around $1 million. As well as her commercial design experience, Tonie says she brings “smiles, entertainment and a dash of blonde-ness” to the competition, which airs on Sunday and Tuesday evenings.

Cool crafts THE Handmade Winter Warmer Market, at Albert Hall from 10am-4pm, Saturday, May 23, will feature 15 new designers as well as other favourites: 80 stalls in total. Visitors will have the chance to win Donna Hay homewares or a custom print by Col Ellis (valued up to $255), enjoy live music, buy original jewellery, artworks, homewares and accessories, and taste gourmet home-made food.

The market will raise money to help local families affected by motor neurone disease. More information at www.handmade.com.au.

Chook takes prize The “Pocket Oxford Dictionary’s” word of the month is “chook run”, which the dictionary defines as a social competition in bowls, golf, etcetera, with frozen chickens as prizes. The word “chook” comes from British dialect chuck (also appearing in the form chookie), where it was used as a “call to fowls”, and then as a word for “fowl, hen, chicken”.

It became established in Australian English in the second half of the 19th century, though with a variety of spellings: chuckey, chookie, choock. The spelling chook had won out by about 1910.

Photo by Silas.

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WHILE American President Barrack Obama has a maximum of only two, four-year terms to change the world, ACT politicians, it seems, would much rather go on forever.

Every party has rejected the idea of limited terms mooted in a recent opinion piece by former Assembly Speaker Greg Cornwell.

Mr Cornwell was suggesting that to refresh the local political scene our MLAs should limit themselves to a maximum of three terms or 12 years in the Assembly, like more than 20 US State legislatures introduced in the early 1990s.

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In the business of waste environment

By Tanya Davies

A NEW initiative aimed at helping businesses recycle waste has been launched in the ACT. The Conservation Council ACTNow Waste is the result of a government grant and has already assisted the huge recycling effort seen at Canberra’s recent folk festival. The new network will facilitate information sharing between businesses and provide public recognition of their efforts in return.

Project co-ordinator Iome Crista hopes the network will encourage businesses to identify waste, share ideas and information about recycling options, and save them time and money.

As the largest producer of e-waste per capita, Canberra disposes of more electronic waste than any other State.

The very nature of our city makes it essential local businesses, particularly government departments and research institutions, have knowledge of the best options available to them.

Electronic waste in landfill leaches cadmium, lead and polyvinyl chlorides into soil and water. But recycled e-waste has its own set of problems, using massive resources to ship abroad, and endangering workers in underdeveloped countries, or merely being illegally dumped as illustrated in Greenpeace’s recent report on e-waste dumping in Lagos, Nigeria.

Robyn Tennant-Wood, director of the Canberra Environment and Sustainability Resource Centre.

Robyn Tennant-Wood, director of the Canberra Environment and Sustainability Resource Centre, has worked with waste recycling since 1999 and is delighted to be part of ACTNow Waste. She says recycling in the work place is problematic for a number of reasons.

“Recycling involves extra time and costs to businesses, but the biggest problem is that it’s difficult to identify whose job it is to recycle in the workplace,” she says.

Although she concludes it is everyone’s job, she’s also been helping businesses identify the best ways to

dispose of e-waste.

As there is no over-riding legislation or regulation it’s still confusing and misleading for businesses, and the cheapest option is certainly not necessarily best.

Ms Tennant-Wood explains there are also growing concerns with electronic waste sent to China, the Philippines and Nigeria where women and children work in hazardous conditions to strip components, and waste is often burned, releasing toxic fumes.

The planned obsolescence of the electronic industry is the biggest enemy in the fight against e-waste, but

some companies are making a green contribution. Dell holds a free drop-off day for its equipment and Kyocera assists with replacement of parts rather than encouraging throwing machines away.

Territory and Municipal Services say there are no special facilities for recycling domestic TVs and VCRs although some can be recycled for a fee at Mitchell and Mugga Lane. Domestic computer equipment can also be recycled – for a fee. However, the Labor Government went to the 2008 election promising a free recycling point for electronic items.

Budget replies short on solutions ACT LIBERAL Leader Zed Seselja’s Budget reply proved short on policy, but big on attack rhetoric.

His speech was long on insults for the Treasurer and, what he called, the Government’s lack of vision – but where was his?

At one stage Seselja quoted a “commentator” as saying that the Budget was a “reverse Robin Hood – taking from the poor and giving to the rich.”

The “commentator” was a teenage girl who had been vox-popped on ABC 666 radio the morning before! Some “commentator”.

The Opposition Leader spoke of a government that “have no idea on how to handle the tough times”, but never went on to explain how he would handle them.

And then came the Greens’ reply.

Leader Meredith Hunter seems to

have also missed the point – but then again it is her first budget outside running the Youth Coalition of the ACT. Unsurprisingly, her reply was full of self congratulation: “This week’s Budget is a sign that with a strong Greens presence in the Legislative Assembly, the people can expect a more sustainable Canberra”.

She was direct, but slightly sub-

dued. While she kicked the Government hard too, she also failed to offer alternatives to the ACT’s woes beyond spending more on Green initiatives, which in this climate means more debt. The Greens will need to tread carefully to avoid being seen as part of Labor’s Budget-balancing problem.

– Jorian Gardner

By Mark Parton

It’s not what you say…

MY girls go to Kaleen Primary so, as you can imagine, I had more than a passing interest in the recent attempted abduction story. Apparently, a man had tried to nab a sixyear-old old boy soon after 3pm. It’s the fourth such reported incident this school year, which worries the life out of all Canberra parents.

However, the police have been sensational at Kaleen. They’ve been visible at the school on most days since the incident, talked to student groups and been more than happy to chat with us on the radio. It’s good community policing and most people don’t get see it or hear about it.

While witnesses have not been forthcoming and we’re still not sure what happened on that day, the positive has been an increased awareness and a preparedness – and I’ve learnt all about “police speak”.

The police don’t talk like you and I. They have their own language, which must be taught at police academy because it seems to stay with them for life.

I’ll give you an example. You and I might say: “I got up Sunday morning and drove to the shops, got myself an paper and an iced coffee and went back home to veg.”

A member of the constabulary would say: “I awoke at approximately 8:13am on Sunday, May 10, 2009.

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I got into my 2005 model green Mazda 626 registered YFA 86M and drove in a westerly direction down Dumas Street to a retail premises.

Whilst inside the retail premises, I purchased a copy of the “Sydney Morning Herald” and a refrigerated coffee-flavoured milk product. I was served by a white male approximately 180 centimetres…”

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With the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal only weeks away, MEGAN HAGGAN meets a young couple on the front line of fighting social injustice.

FOR Myf Nizette and her fiancé Peter Evans, donating money and time to help the needy isn’t enough – they are both committed to developing new social justice projects with the support of their local Salvation Army corps.

The couple, who marry next month, were friends while studying at Deakin High. Myf told “CityNews” that she became a believer and joined the Salvos as their relationship blossomed.

“That’s when I decided getting cranky about the wrongs in the world was important!” she laughs.

Myf, 20, became a crusader for Fair Trade after being asked to research the issue by her local minister at the Braddon corps.

“I became pretty outraged at what I found,” she says. “I had no idea that people growing tea, coffee and chocolate were being treated like that.

“These are lifestyle essentials for us, but there are adults and children being enslaved to grow them.

“Children growing cocoa in [West African nation] Ivory Coast, who have been enslaved, often don’t even know what chocolate is.”

Free farmers around the world, particularly in Africa and South America, are also exploited by their buyers, she says.

Myf, a childcare worker, encouraged the Salvation Army to comply with the Australia/ NZ Fair Trade Agreement;

Myf Nizette and Peter Evans… “There’s overwhelming need in the community with the financial crisis – people are losing homes, jobs, security,” Myf says.

Photo by Silas. each corps makes the decision alone, and the Braddon corps has taken up the challenge.

She and Peter, “soldiers” in the service, now run a Fair Trade stand at the church’s services each week.

“We use only Fair Trade products at the church for morning teas and other events, and Peter and I run a stall selling a range of Fair Trade products at cost price, to eliminate any excuse for our congregation not to buy them!”

For his part, Peter, a plant technician, was the driving force behind The Shed, which gave young men who had been through drug and alcohol rehabilitation the chance to learn some practical skills.

“A couple who lived in Duffy – their house had been burned

down in the 2003 fires and they wanted to give back to the community that helped them – donated a car to us,” Peter says.

“With a mechanic, we all fixed it up and donated it to a refugee family, which meant the husband was able to attend CIT.” Most recently Myf and Peter, also 20, co-ordinated a social justice conference, aimed at young Canberrans, which examined concerns such as homelessness and poverty, human trafficking and indigenous issues.

They both encourage Canberrans to get involved with the 2009 Red Shield Appeal: the doorknock will take place on the weekend of 23-24 May to raise funds for a range of projects.

“There’s overwhelming need in the community with the financial crisis – people are losing homes, jobs, security,” Myf says.

“People need emotional support as well as financial support, and the Salvation Army are involved with lots of ways to help.”

Peter says that even if we’re feeling the economic pinch ourselves, we can help by engaging with others.

“Someone who’s homeless will often get a big buzz if someone actually just looks them in the eye and says ‘g’day’, treats them like a human being – even if you don’t have the money, a bit of respect can help.”

To donate or volunteer for the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal, call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58)

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20 years of self government

Of pot, prostitutes and porn As the ACT celebrates 20 years of self-government, “CityNews” political columnist MICHAEL MOORE, a member of the first Assembly, remembers some of the big issues of the day.

POT, prostitution and pornography next to rampant law-and-order campaigns were some of the interesting features of the first Assembly. It is now 20 years since the inception of self-government and it is timely to reflect on the democracy that we did not want.

Getting the ACT finances right, sorting out planning, working out how the Assembly would be the most accountable in Australia, wrestling with pay and superannuation issues for MLAs were perhaps less interesting to most pundits. However, they were also a more important part of the business of the first Assembly. The vibrancy of the Committee system was also established at this time.

The Assembly Select Committee report on prostitution illustrates the early role of the cross-benches and the enthusiastic adoption of the Committee system. Rather than just making recommendations the Committee actually drafted the legislation and asked me, as its chairman, to introduce it.

The Committee visited a wide range

of brothels in the ACT and other States and Territories and I looked at legislation from across the world including a visit to a brothel in Amsterdam. The trip resulted in newspaper columnist Ian Warden for years after writing, on every mention of me, “Michael Moore (who has visited every brothel in Europe)”.

However, the stories he missed included the night my wife, when taking a call from a Sydney journalist said: “Sorry, he’s not here, he is out at a brothel”. On another occasion one of the madams wanted to let the media know that the World Council of Churches’ meeting in Canberra had resulted in a significant boost to their business. This was only weeks after the Anglican and Catholic bishops had told the Committee that, although the church did not approve of prostitution, it would be better for it to be decriminalised than illegal.

When the report was released the title was all in capitals: “PROSTITUTION IN THE ACT”. We should have put full stops in the last word!

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One of the enduring achievements of the early days was the change to allow amendments to subordinate legislation on the floor of the parliament. In the Senate, the Democrats had managed to push through disallowance power for regulations, but the Assembly went further with the power to amend regulations. This amending power was intended to prevent governments and bureaucracy from slipping their own agenda past the Assembly.

With this power in place the opportunity has been available to ensure a significant change in the way our laws are enacted. The system has been working well for a couple of decades and it is now time to consider having just the broader principles contained in legislation. The democracy would not be undermined if the practical aspects were now all consigned to the regulations. Such an approach would provide a more flexible system without Celebrating the 20th anniversary of self-government at the Legislative Assem- losing the power of review by the parliament. bly… The Territory’s first Chief Minister Rosemary Follett with current Chief The First Assembly was open to Jon Stanhope and Kate Carnell.

Photo by Silas. much criticism – but it did set the base There were similar experiences in when elected to the Second Assembly. for a lively democratic process. the preparation of reports on heroin Struggles on law and order, moveMichael Moore is a former independand cannabis. The other members had on-powers and X-rated movies also ent member of the ACT Legislative Asagreed to have me chair the Drugs and formed part of the rich tapestry in that sembly and minister for health. This Prostitution Committee as they thought first Assembly where the major par- column is taken from his speech at the it would mark the end of a political ca- ties held just half of the seats plus one 20th Anniversary of Self-government reer. Nonsense! I had 73 votes to spare between them.

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All about Belconnen

It’s booming in Belconnen BELCONNEN Town Centre is undergoing $124 million worth of major improvements, aimed at completion by the end of 2010.

Tony Gill, director roads ACT at the Department of Territory and Municipal Services, says the series of improvements are aimed at “giving people better access to services in Belconnen, simpler bus routes and easier pedestrian access”.

The demolition of the Belconnen Bus Interchange has been much publicised, with an arts exhibition which celebrated the structure’s 30 years of service to the northside.

From Monday, May 25, three stations will be used for ACTION

Part of the In2CHANGE exhibition to farewell the Interchange.

The Belconnen Bus Interchange is being replaced.

to operate bus services; one of these, on Cohen Street, will become permanent.

“The new bus station in Cohen Street will be the connection point for all school bus services in Belconnen,” says Tim Swift, acting general manager, ACTION. “Changes to public transport in Belconnen, in conjunction with ACTION’s regular review of bus services, will allow for a range of improvements and modification to services such as route timings, extended routes, additional trips and a new bus service for Fyshwick.”

Cohen Street itself will be extended from Lathlain Street through Joynton Smith Drive to Emu Bank, and the Westfield Mall will be extended along Lathlain Street and over Joynton Smith Drive.

Traffic lights will be installed at six key intersections (including the Luxton/Lathlain Street intersection, this installation under the Federal Government’s Road Safety Black Spot Program).

Tony Gill says this will “manage the changed traffic arrangements and improve access for pedestrians and cyclists”.

For more information, visit www. tams.act.gov.au.

Reshaping the lake BELCONNEN Lakeshore is also getting a facelift, with the Emu Inlet (west of the Belconnen Arts and Cultural Centre) to be upgraded.

“The shoreline of Lake Gininderra will be reshaped to improve levels for pedestrian safety and access around the lake, and to improve water quality,” says Russell Watkinson, director, parks, conservation and lands, TAMS. “The Belconnen lakeshore refurbishments will see improvements to the Emu Reach, Casurina Park and Emu Bank spaces within the Emu Inlet area.

“Lakeshore improvements will also strengthen links to other recreational and functional areas in the Belconnen Town Centre.”

The area surrounding the Belconnen skate park will also be revitalised with the Lake Residents can enjoy a Gininderra Forepleasant stroll along the shore upgrade. foreshore.

BELCONNEN TOWN CENTRE DEVELOPMENTS Belconnen Town Centre Improvements The ACT Government, in partnership with Westfield, is implementing significant improvements to the Belconnen Town Centre. These improvements will deliver better access to public transport and a greater choice and variety in retail shopping for north-side residents.

The Belconnen Town Centre improvements include three primary projects: 1. Cohen Street extension 2. Belconnen Bus Interchange demolition 3. Westfield Belconnen upgrade

Permanent arrangements will see Cohen Street extended from Lathlain Street through Joynton Smith Drive and the existing bus interchange to Emu Bank.

To mange the changed traffic arrangements, new traffic lights will be installed at the following locations: • Benjamin Way/Emu Bank • Emu Bank/Eastern Valley Way • Cohen Street/Josephson Street • Cohen Street/Nettlefold Street • Cohen Street/Lathlain Street

Belconnen Lakeshore Refurbishments – Precinct 1 Emu Inlet As part of the Belconnen lakeshore refurbishments, the Emu Inlet – west of the Belconnen Arts and Cultural Centre site – is to be upgraded.

The shoreline of Lake Ginninderra will be reshaped to improve levels for pedestrian

Precinct 1 Emu Inlet Landscape Masterplan (include stages 1 & stage 2 works)

safety and access to, and around the lake; and to improve water quality.

The Belconnen lakeshore refurbishments will see improvements to the Emu Reach, Casurina Park and Emu Bank spaces within the Emu Inlet area. Lakeshore improvements will also strengthen links to other recreational and functional areas in the Belconnen Town Centre.

Construction design work for the Emu Inlet upgrade began in 2007 with further design work being carried out in 2008. Construction works will be carried out in two stages, with stage 1 to commence August 2009.

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Birthplace of beauty

IT’S always been the belief of registered nurse Suzie Hoitink, founder of the Clear Complexions Clinics, that good, safe medical skin care should be available to everybody.

Right from the outset, Clear Complexions identified Belconnen as the place of choice for its first clinic: though residents are discerning, the area was vastly under-serviced.

During Suzie’s work with a cosmetic surgeon, prior to opening Clear Complexions, she noticed a growing shift in demand from invasive surgery to gentler procedures that still gave a dramatic outcome.

Clients with embarrassing skin conditions such as pigmentation, acne and rosacea were seeking help to regain lost confidence, and surgeons weren’t empathic to that, Suzie says.

“I was growing increasingly frustrated in that I knew I could help these patients as a nurse specialising in skin, but a cosmetic surgery practice was not the right environment,” she says.

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Coffee couture FANS of Psychedeli in the city will enjoy manager Wally Rao’s focus on exceptional coffee at his new Belconnen venture, he says.

Employing 2008 ACT Barista of the Year Patrick Connolly, the Orange Bean Café on the corner of Chan Street and Benjamin Way gets its beans from a boutique roaster in Melbourne each week.

“Patrick’s won several awards, including machine that’s among the best in Canberra.”

Barista of the Year, and is fanatical about his Locals and workers are already enjoying the coffee,” Wally says. café’s extensive deli collection, monthly black“We grind it fresh for every customer order, board specials and, of course, coffee, he says. and brought in a hand-made Italian coffee For more information call 6162 1792.

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All about Belconnen

Green landscape at Bruce A new facility at Canberra Institute of Technology Bruce Campus, to open in 2010, will replace the existing facility for horticulture students at the Weston campus, says education manager Jane Cottee.

Ms Cottee says the new Horticultural facility will enable training on a variety of subjects, including conservation and land management.

Horticulture students won’t be the only ones to benefit from its features, which will include an undercover landscape; those studying other subjects

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including building and plumbing will be able to learn about sustainable practices at the facility.

“The new facility will use water-saving technology and water-harvesting technology, and will be drought-tolerant,” Ms Cottee says.

The expansion in Bruce provides a central location to CIT students, she adds.

“It’s close to the city, Black Mountain and the Botanic Gardens, on a direct bus route and close to Canberra Uni.” For more information visit www.cit.edu.au.

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Due for completion in mid-2009, the development features accessible pathways around the lake and close proximity to Belconnen shopping facilities.

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Wonderful opportunities exist on the Lake Gininderra waterfront, which is likely to become a dining destination similar to Dickson’s Woolley Street – with the added advantage of beautiful views, says Mark Thompson, principal at LJ Hooker Commercial – Canberra.

Mr Thompson says that when restaurateurs realise the opportunities The Boardwalk offers, the precinct will come into its own.

“The front of the building facing the street was tenanted straight away, but people are reluctant to come to the back part because they’re not facing the street – however our owners are looking for quality food operators for that side who understand that it will become a destination.

“We’ve got some highly motivated owners who are prepared to be quite flexible with lease terms.”

Quality residential developments on the foreshore and in the Belconnen Town Centre in general foreshadow a shift in demographic towards older, well-heeled residents, Mark says.

“When you look at what’s happening in the Belconnen Town Centre now, with the proposed apartment buildings, Government focus and the development of the Belconnen Community Centre and art gallery, the whole place will see really significant growth and opportunities.”

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Investment opportunities DENNIS Vlandis, proprietor of LJ Hooker Belconnen, has seen Belconnen itself and the surrounding districts change greatly in his 29 years in real estate in the area.

“When I came here, in 1980, the Belconnen Mall was being promoted as the biggest shopping mall in the southern hemisphere,” Dennis says.

“I saw the establishment of some significant government departments in Belconnen, primarily the Australian Bureau of Statistics and Immigration.

“Moving forward, we now have the Lake Ginninderra foreshore development, which is really something worth looking forward to, with its picnic grounds, bushland trails and a 7km walk or jog around the lake.”

The demographic of Belconnen has changed, too, having become a much more cosmopolitan place, particularly with international students settling in the area.

Since 1980, the way we live has changed, and Dennis says that when it was built 18 or so years ago, the Miramar development, with north-facing views of Lake Ginninderra, set the pace for the growth of city-style apartments in Canberra.

These days there are plenty of opportunities for investors in Belconnen, he says, with more apartments, dual occupancies and townhouse developments constructed in suburbs such as Page, Scullin, Macquarie, Weetangera and Evatt.

Because the area is established, there are also good opportunities for owneroccupiers to find good houses on large blocks, he says.

“I remember my first three-bedroom sale in Canberra, having just started at LJ Hooker, was $35,000! Today the most basic three-bedroom, untouched home starts at $350,000.”

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Elitist? Not us, says Jakle The Glassworks is turning two and HELEN MUSA sets out to smash some myths.

CANBERRA Glassworks is so beloved of ACT Chief (and Arts) Minister Jon Stanhope that he singled it out in the 2009 Budget as the perfect example of an old building turned to new purposes.

Over the weekend of May 23-24 the Glassworks will celebrate its second anniversary and, so far as its director Ann Jakle is concerned, there is much to crow about: There is the 22m shimmering tower of steel and glass replacing the old Powerhouse smokestack, to be executed by Warren Langley, top glass artist Clare Belfrage has come from Adelaide to be creative director and Canberra artist Mel George will arrive soon as manager of programs and artists’ services.

Jakle is shocked to hear that that some people have attacked the Glassworks as elitist.

“You could think that if we were producing inaccessible art, but we share what we do… we are accessible,” she says, citing a team of 13 keen volunteers and 142,689 visitors since they opened their doors on July 24, 2007.

She also points to kids’ glass classes and the popular “off the street” program where you can come in and make your first glass piece.

“We recognise that the public is a very important stakeholder,” she says, explaining that there are two faces to the Glass-

Ann Jakle… “We recognise that the public is a very important stakeholder”. works – one catering to artists, and in the other to visitors from the wider community who pack into the hotshop’s viewing-mezzanine on weekends.

Jakle enthuses about “our fantastic, diverse range of activities.” The Glassworks, she says, is even ready to take on the education of non-glass artists such as Wendy Teakel, Kirsten Farrell and John Pratt, all recently enjoying residencies, helping them to use glass techniques such as sand-blasting in their art.

Kingston’s old Powerhouse is the home of Canberra Glassworks, where the present exhibition “Containing Pasts – Sustaining Futures: works inspired by the Cotter” looks backward and forward.

But it is also developing a profile in the wider world. Right now, eight Australian

glass artists are touring a show around Asia called “White Hot: Contemporary Australian Glass”, a co-production by Canberra Glassworks, Craft ACT and Asialink.

Klaus Moje has a show on in the Museum of Art and Design New York while Belfrage has an exhibition in Seattle’s Foster White Gallery.

Jakle tells me it took a while to understand the nature of the Glassworks’ business, but she believes they have nailed it now. She is especially proud of the superb facilities that have seen 60 professional artists (including 30 interstate and one international) using the centre for their own work. As well, 749 students have attended classes and now in collaboration with CIT Solutions it is running accredited classes for glass artists.

Delilah the hero and heroine Samson and Delilah (MA) WITH a sombre, uncompromising story, Warwick Thornton’s film sends strong and important messages to Australians of every ethnicity.

In a small Aboriginal community in Central Australia, Sampson (Rowan McNamara), whose three older brothers ignore him, fries his brain every day sniffing petrol. Delilah and her grandmother make paintings that the local white storekeeper sells on commission. Not star-crossed teenaged lovers, they are reluctant to demonstrate their feelings.

Relying on vision rather than speech to make its statements, the screenplay is immensely effective. We may reasonably have faith in the validity of Thornton’s depiction of young Aboriginals and Aboriginal behaviour generally in remote areas. The film’s tribal characters expect to live a traditional lifestyle supported by whatever European benefits come their way. Its foremost proposal is that trying to impose European behavioural norms will work only with Aboriginals who want to conform to them.

With minimum words, the narrative follows Samson’s decline, too shy to declare his feelings, while Delilah keeps him at arm’s length despite feeling affection toward him. When they run away to Alice Springs, they can’t handle the cultural clash. Delilah, inevitably a victim, copes better with awful abuse. She is strong, capable and compassionate, credible, responding to adversity with a cautious optimism. This much, I believe, is a valid

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By Dougal Macdonald portrayal of women in Aboriginal tribal communities contrasting with men’s behaviour which, while the film postulates it in a guarded way, leaves much to be desired. Delilah is hero and heroine, commanding great respect, and Marissa Gibson plays her with dignity and conviction.

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Williams play his children’s mothers. Tom Noonan brilliantly plays Sammy who has observed Caden over many years with a view to playing him convincingly on stage.

“Synecdoche” is a good film to see with friends for later discussion over fine red wine. Few films deliver so much diversity with such wit and skill.

At Dendy

The Baader/Meinhoff Complex (MA)

GERMAN film-maker Uli Edel’s telling about the gang of middle-class, left-wing terrorists led by Andreas Baader and Ulrike Meinhoff makes powerful cinema, CHARLIE Kaufman’s delightful film has crammed with information, driven at many attributes – surrealism, satire, wit, a relentless pace, packing a decade of humour, romance, quirks, stimulation, dra- politics, misdirected social turmoil and ma, tragedy, health issues, death, sexual ruthless, unforgivable violence into 156 and platonic love – and you may have faith minutes. in all the good things you hear about it.

Edel’s staging has enormous vigour Its effectiveness springs from Philip and commendable realism. Its graphic Seymour Hoffman’s portrayal of theadestruction sequences are not there for tre director Caden, husband, father and vicarious entertainment in the manner of chronic invalid suffering from a collection Hollywood’s exploitation movies, but to of discomforting, disagreeable but not nec- underpin the political statements that the essarily terminal ailments. Caden receives gang was determined to make. a grant to create a new play based on the The film’s factual validity is reasonably reality of his life. Seventeen years later, the reliable by my recollection of “Hitler’s grant is still supporting the production, still Children”, Gillian Becker’s written account in script-development and rehearsal, the of the gang. Some might find the content sets filling a gigantic warehouse, and open- load burdensome, which is no reason ing night yet to happen. to avoid it. Despite its often unpleasant Emily Watson and Samantha Morton are theme, Edel’s presenting of it and performsplendid as the two most interesting of ances by a large and skilled cast make it the self-contained and powerful women in compulsive viewing.

At Dendy Caden’s life. Catherine Keener and Michelle

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Meret Oppenheim, “Squirrel”, 1969.

NGA, Canberra. Purchased 2008.

‘Soft’ strong, but left wanting “SOFT Sculpture’s” 55 works, most from the NGA’s own collection, that are variously unusual, iconic, humorous, disturbing or deeply beautiful, are curatorially satisfying. However, while there are individual moments of sublime contemplation worth multiple viewings, the seemingly rushed and unsympathetic exhibition design has resulted in a lack of cohesion and overall excitement.

The problems begin with the choice of wall colours that run the gamut from various shades of grey through white, wheaten and light pink. Colours appear to take their cue from single sculptures. Thus the wheaten room reflects Ewa Pachuka’s emotive

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“Soft Sculpture” National Gallery of Australia. Until July 12.

Reviewed by Anni Doyle Wawrzynczak. ensemble “Landscape and bodies”, (1972), but does nothing to support the other works in this room.

These include an effervescent, five-panelled, upwardthrusting piece from Richard Van Buren titled “For Najeeb” (1972), a wild confection of colours reflecting the sculptor’s love of surfing and the marine world.

Nell’s “The Perfect Drip”, (1999), a beautiful, sleekly

impossible work displayed in the foyer, is badly juxtaposed against a ceiling which is, at best, utilitarian and at worst, plain ugly.

What a shame not to be able to interact with Joseph Beuys “Stripes from the House of the Shaman”, (1964-72, 1980). The work stretched off into the narrow and distant confines and we were left to imagine its textures and visual puns from behind the line.

The temporary exhibition space itself could do with some TLC, especially the floor of the “multiples room”, where strips of tape have been inexpertly removed and lifted sections of flooring.

The works deserve more.

Daring to be different DINING

By Wendy Johnson A CHINESE seafood restaurant daring to be different has opened in Civic. China Plate’s look is elegant, with champagne-coloured walls and tablecloths, copper and silver napkin holders and nicely designed tableware (including heartshaped tea cups). But don’t let the “look” fool you into thinking this is an expensive place to dine because it is not. The lunch special is $16.80 for three courses and a glass of wine.

Also different is the menu’s structure. Instead of pages of repetitive dishes (beef with black bean sauce, chicken with black bean sauce, veggies with black bean sauce), China Plate lists its live seafood and meats and lets you choose the cooking style. For example, you can mix and match live lobster, snow crab or mud crab with close to 10 cooking styles (including Singapore style, Hong Kong and vermicelli with XO sauce).

This adds a welcome element of interest.

The menu also features banquets starting from $22.80 a head for seven dishes, traditional Chinese dishes and house-specialty dishes, many of which I have not seen elsewhere in Canberra.

The wine list is also a point of difference. It includes interesting selections from the best regions of Australia and NZ, which you cannot buy in the supermarket. And the wine glasses are not the short, stubby ones you often have to endure in so many Chinese restaurants.

Four of us settled back to relax, having asked manager Amy Lo (formerly Noble Palace and Hidden Dragon) to create an interesting banquet.

Dishes included amazing golden king prawns cooked in duck egg yolk, which Amy says is

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Golden king prawns, dry chilli beef and entree har gao.

Photo by Silas. trendy in Hong Kong these days. The ling jie mushrooms – great for vegetarians and good for the health – were also new to us. They are large, thick and meaty (almost like a small steak), but velvet in texture with a delicate taste.

The squid in hot rock salt was not plastered with batter (which some restaurants do to make them look big). It also demonstrated the skill of the chef. The duck pancakes, home-made prawn cutlets (not bought frozen and labour intensive to make), half-shell scallops (with home-made XO sauce; trust me, you will taste the difference) were all superb and we will be back, including for yum cha which starts May 24. And in between dishes we freshened up with hot towels delivered on green glass plates – no plastic wrapped numbers here.

China Plate’s dining area is divided into two large rooms, one of which can be sub-divided into private function areas. It seats 110, but the tables are nicely spaced giving room to breathe.

And the service is top notch.

China Plate, Melbourne Building, Northbourne Avenue, Civic, open Monday-Saturday, lunch and dinner. Yum Cha Sundays. Call 6162 3838.

Tongue & Groove

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With its roots firmly in the traditional, Sydney-style pub genre, Tongue & Groove, in Bunda Street, Civic, pushes the concept into a new realm, with a visibly refined elegance and slick menu to boot.

Paul Kelly, of Sydney interior design firm Paul Kelly Design, is behind the fit-out, complete with an urbanchic wall mural, plush lounges and a series of long, timber benches.

Post-modern concrete beams add a rugged charm, while the customised hydraulic pendent drop-lights, that lower at night, complement the intimate “afterdark” feel. Tongue & Groove also incorporates environmentally friendly foam insulation for noise resulting in what the owners say are perfect acoustics.

Tongue & Groove buzzes with good conversation and laid-back tunes seven days a week.

Offering a comprehensive drinks list (with what is described as a first-class selection of wines; local and imported boutique beers; edgy cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages), customers can enjoy a drink by the bar or, for a more laid-back vibe, hang out with friends in the comfy lounge area or in the equally comfy outdoor area.

The venue’s mood spills on to the streets in a sophisticated outdoor setting that’s suitable for after-work drinks with colleagues, Sunday afternoon beers or Saturday night cocktails under the stars.

Tongue & Groove is not just a bar – it’s one of Canberra’s most exciting new dining experiences.

The kitchen offers a top-class menu to rival the best restaurants in Canberra with a wide variety to suit all tastes. For those on the go you can’t go past Monday’s and Tuesday’s two for one pizzas and Tongue and Groove’s express lunches Monday to Friday. The kitchen specialises in a range of wood-fired pizza options such as the traditional margherita, Italian Sausage and the unusually tasty steamed Spring Bay mussel pizza with tomato, chilli, garlic, parsley and fennel.

Mains are a gastronomic delight with French inspired slow cooked lamb with parsnip puree, scrumptious duck and fennel sausages with baker’s potatoes and buttered Savoy cabbage or a barbequed fillet of kingfish with eggplant salsa and chickpea chips – just a few of the selections.

Why not top off a meal by indulging in what the managers call the “sweet groove”. It’s the venue’s own Pizooki – a pizza-sized warm cookie, served with vanilla-bean ice-cream and covered in white chocolate and peanut butter drizzles. They say they’ve trademarked the Pizooki experience, so it can’t be found anywhere else in the world. There are also ice cream selections with berry salad and vanilla abglaise, baked pear with walnut baklava, or a chocolate ganache and hazelnut praline tart.

The up-tempo atmosphere and the city centre address makes Tongue & Groove suitable for an up-scale function, with trimmings to impress. With a bar area, restaurant area and lounge area – all bases are covered in terms of function needs, moods and purpose. When

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the glass walls are pushed back, the room flows from the inside to the outdoor wine garden.

Tongue & Groove’s weekly events are set to please a broad range of party-seekers and lunch-goers.

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High praise from the “It’s an iconic project for Canberra I would think,” says Richard Gaal, of Hughes Commercial Furniture, of the Tongue and Groove fit-out.

“I have worked with people involved in this project before and they know style!”

Hughes Commercial provided all the tables – indoor and outdoor – and it is said to be one of the main aspects of what helps set this new venue apart in Canberra.

“We custom made all the furniture for them,” says Richard. “It’s fairly unique, too – classic bentwood on all the dining chairs and American walnut tables that help make for a great dining experience.”

It all fits in with the ceramic tile designs that were provided by Rivoland Tiles right here in Canberra, as well.

Az Kelly, of Funk Furniture in Fyshwick, also put together a lot of custom-made furniture for Tongue and Groove.

“We do custom-made upholstery, so we provided the lounges, chesterfields, the bench seating as well as the wall panels,” says Az. “It was a special project to be involved in as they are all one-off pieces. They’ve really gone for a vintage feel and it has turned out to be spectacular.”

As with any good venue, the sound and lighting has to be spot on – it can help “make the mood” says Nick Nonas, of Nova Multimedia.

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“The team was so easy to work with – it’s always a pleasure. Nova installed the audio system throughout Tongue and Groove which was a real challenge. But more than that, was installing the motorised lighting rig – it moves up and down depending on whether it’s in nightclub or restaurant mode.”

Nick says the lighting is spectacular, planned to precision and provides a perfect setting for an evening at Tongue and Groove.

Architecture Glass was integral to the design of the new establishment. Their work is a key feature that allows brilliant light to flow through to the bar and restaurant.

O’Connor Commercial Refrigeration has provided the refrigeration needed to service such a large and popular bar. The father-andson team have been proud local contractors for many years. As has John Castrucci, from JCL Electrics, who have been around since 1986. JCL supplied the electoral installation for Tongue and Groove.

“There were some tricky bits, but working with the owners and the guys at Designcraft really helped the project run smoothly,” John said.

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Deep and meaningful dance SINCE 2006, local contemporary aerial dancer and director of DNA Studios, Gorman House, Janine Ayres has performed improvised collaborative works on May 19 every year, the birthday of her father Rod Chapman, who died in a tragic motorcycle accident.

“In Response” started as an artistic exploration of her loss and has evolved as a series of spontaneous and emotionally driven, diverse performances.

It encompasses movement, music and narrative and sees Ayres take to the stage with dramaturge and physical theatre artist Clint Dowdell, and DJs Lanny K and Miss Yeti in an improvised performance.

Each year, Ayres has performed “In Response” with sound designer Kimmo Vennonen, musician Leigh Miller and director (and “CityNews” reviewer) Joe Woodward. Due to the raw nature of the performance – live and intense – the audience is drawn deep into the performer’s emotions.

Audience numbers are restricted to the age her father would been. This year 64 seats are available.

“In Response” will be performed on Tuesday, May 19, 8pm at DNA Studio, Ralph Wilson Theatre, Gorman House. Tickets on sale now or available 20 minutes before the performance.

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Wrap up, stand out WITH classic lines back in style, and black as the new black, it’s up to accessories to make or break an outfit.

“It’s important for us to keep our individuality – people don’t want to see a hundred other people down the street dressed exactly the same as they are!” says Annette Selwood, owner of the Black and White Gift Shop in Mawson, which stocks handbags, jewellery, scarves, gloves, umbrellas and other accessories.

“Our accessories help us reflect our personalities – so many people in Canberra wear black or dark clothes in winter, and although what we have is black and white, stand-out accessories can really jazz up an outfit.

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Wearing a scarf pinned with a brooch – statement jewellery is important this winter, and a blingy brooch stands out – is a great way to dress up our clothes, Annette says.

Scarves with beads attached are a blast from the past that have come back for this winter, she says. “These are really versatile as well, and can be worn four or five different ways.”

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“In winter, we tend to look for warmer, spicy fragrances, particularly of the ‘oriental’ fragrance family,” says Sam Fakhoury, from Perfume Box.

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Badgley Mischka Couture 50mL EDP, $125.

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“Just as we want to wear a warm coat or jacket in winter, we tend to want a fragrance that makes us feel warm.

“Bvlgari Omnia Green Jade will be very popular coming into the new season; so will Karl Lagerfeld’s Kapsule, which is a unisex fragrance in floriental and woody variants, as well as a light version.”

The “oriental” family includes exotic, sensual and often heavy fragrance notes, such as incense, vanilla and musks. Classic orientals include YSL’s Opium, Tabu and Guerlain’s Shalimar.

Woody and floral fragrance notes are also well suited to winter.

In men’s fragrance, Sam predicts Gucci by Gucci will continue to be a big hit – it’s been on the shelves for a couple of months, but according to Sam will become even more popular as it’s well suited to cold Canberra winters.

Mum in the city

By Sonya Fladun

Horrors of a moving experience I HATE moving house and, like so many things in life, having children adds a whole new dimension to the experience.

Moving has to be one of the best ways to throw family life into total and utter chaos. It certainly tests parental sanity way beyond sensible limits.

The first thing that happens is that your house is suddenly no longer your home. Instead it’s just the place you’re leaving, a place of packing, boxing and cleaning.

I thought I was rather organised at 2am as I was still frantically packing with the removalists due at 7am. I had been silly enough to try to move over school holidays. Two in the morning was just about the only chance I managed to get to pack without the children underfoot and thus I entered the twilight zone.

Everything has now been moved, but the new house isn’t a home yet. Little things, like the teaspoons, have all somehow managed to vanish.

Socks have become so rare they should be entered on the endangered species list and I am on a towel-buying spree because heaven knows where they all went.

Meanwhile, the search continues in the double garage, currently known as “box land’’, for winter coats, the six-year-old’s school uniforms, my husband’s research notes and for “Lambie” (my three-year-old’s much-loved, stuffed toy that plays “Ba Ba Black Sheep” – unfortunately, it went silent somewhere in the pile of yet-to-be-opened boxes).

Of course, a big part of the problem is that we just acquire so much stuff. But I love all my stuff.

After all, that “stuff” includes the history of our lives, such as family photos, mementos and baby clothes (so tiny it’s impossible to think your long lanky string bean of a son ever fitted into anything that tiny). Or stuff that we think we’re saving for that day when we’ve got time to do the things we really want to do, such as those cook books that look so great but you have never have the energy to make the dish that requires 37 different rare herbs and spices. And then there are all those clothes hardly worn, if ever worn, but I am so going to be able to fit into some day. Yep, the list of stuff, much like the stacks of boxes I have to unpack, is pretty endless Still, with each box unpacked, the new house feels a little bit more like home and I had to agree when my son commented: “Mum, I like our new house, I never knew I had sooo much really neat stuff!” Me neither.

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How Jan became a believer TRYING the Endermologie massage system was a turning point for Jan Hopkins, new owner of Beauty Redefined salon and day spa on the Gungahlin waterfront.

“For some time I’ve had some health issues: I have a problem with my circulation, and also after having three children, one of which was a Caesarean birth, I was considering having a tummy tuck,” she said.

“To treat my circulation problem, I’d tried several things, including acupuncture; I’d read about Endermologie, and decided to give it a try.

“It really worked well for my circulation. Of course, I’ve always done things like exercise and eat a balanced diet as well, but I found that Endermologie treatment helped get my blood pumping and really improved my circulation.”

Jan said that Endermologie had benefits for the lymphatic system as well as the cardiovascular system. It also had significant beauty benefits.

“I found that my skin tone and texture improved, and I lost centimetres from my body. I found that I no longer needed to think about a tummy tuck, as I ended up with a flat stomach from the treatment,” she said.

Jan said that, like her, many women were concerned about the appearance of their stomachs following preg-

Jan Hopkins… “I found that Endermologie treatment helped get my blood pumping and really improved my circulation.” nancy, and that Endermologie massage therapy could help.

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“It detoxes, and helps reduce fluid retention.

“Endermologie does work, all over the body, but it’s not a quick fix. It’s a course, and so really needs to be undergone as a series of appointments.”

Jan trained to become an Endermologist, and bought the Gungahlin salon with a view to introducing the system to the business.

She has also revamped the salon and given it a facelift, as well as introducing a microdermabrasion service.

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TAURUS (Apr 21 – May 20) Show me the money! You’ve been talking about saving for something big [like a car, trip or home deposit] for ages but now, with the New Moon in your finance zone, it’s time to put your money where your mouth is and actually start saving. Time for luxury-loving Bulls to get the hang of balancing the budget.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 21) Lightning flashes of inspiration should make for an exciting, hectic – and confusing – week. Finding new ways to convey old ideas will give yourself [and others] a real lift. Make sure you communicate clearly though, or there could be some crazy mix-ups along the way!

CANCER (June 22 – July 22) Expect a week of mystery, where you are surrounded by innuendo and intrigue. What others say won’t necessarily be what they mean, so you’ll need to read between the lines to uncover what’s really going on. Don’t accept things at face value - you’ll have to be a cunning Crab if you want to stay one step ahead.

LEO (July 23 – Aug 22) What can you look forward to when Mercury does its crazy thing in your career zone? Expect major professional plans and goals to be put on hold for the next two weeks. You’ll feel like you’re treading water but that’s not such a bad thing. Use the time wisely to plan, prepare – and practice being patient!

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You need to be clear and straightforward in your dealings with others this week. Don’t waste precious Pisces time pussyfooting around.

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With Sunday’s New Moon activating your drama/creativity zone it’s time to clear your throat and find yourself a captive audience. Aquarians love to court controversy but try to avoid pointless debate with family members, as Mercury stirs up mischief in your domestic zone.

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2 Who was given the head of John the Baptist?

3 What is an electrical nonconductor called?

4 Name an Australian term for an elevator.

5 What is a reddish brown horse?

6 Name an emirate in southwestern Asia.

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13 Name another term for preachers of the gospel.

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14 What is a tactical unit of an air force?

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Personal trainers and gym staff need to help people with their regular program updates as well as designing a program in the first place, Rose says.

“A lot of people will come in, have a look at the equipment and think, ‘how does it all work?’ especially if they’ve never been a gym member before,” Rose says.

“Then there’s people who have been exercising for a while, who need to change their program every few weeks… so they’re getting new exercises which are harder, so they don’t plateau and they stay motivated. This makes sure every session isn’t the same.”

Different classes have different effects on the body – for example, boxing classes improve upper body strength and the cardiovascular system, while pilates and yoga improve flexibility, posture and tone.

Another area where they can help is nutrition.

“You can do hours of exercise a day, but if your energy intake is greater than your output, you’re not going to get the weight loss you’re looking for,” she explains.

“A lot of people start exercising, and find they get really hungry, and really tired as well. They crave carbohydrates, usually the high-GI carbs which give them a pick-meup.”

These high Glycaemic Index (GI) carbohydrates are quickly absorbed by the body, where they cause fast, significant changes in blood-sugar levels. This provides the “pick-me-up” effect – but it’s low-GI carbo-

hydrates that have benefits for health and provide longer-lasting energy.

“What we really need is adequate amounts of protein, which build muscle and make us feel less tired because they help us recover properly from exercise,” Rose says.

“We need healthy fats to make us feel full: Omega-3, Omega-6 and unsaturated fats; and we need low-GI carbs that keep our blood sugar levels fairly stable.”

Consulting a nutritionist can give us useful tips and tricks, such as cutting out soft drinks during the week.

“I’m often surprised at how little many people know about nutrition, and that they don’t know, for example, what soft drinks do to your body.”

The acid in soft drinks leaches calcium from our bones, which makes them weak and brittle.

Finally, a personal trainer or just a friend or gym buddy keep us accountable, Rose says.

“Personal trainers are great because they give you new exercises that you can do in your workouts at home, and they motivate you to keep going.

“On your own, you might get puffed or feel your muscles burn and decide you can’t be bothered, but a trainer can encourage you to keep going.”

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once a week also helps keep exercise fun.

“Exercise should be fun and social – otherwise it can get really boring, especially if you’re just working out by yourself.”

Fitness trainer and nutritionist Rose Males… “You can do hours of exercise a day, but if your energy intake is greater than your output, you’re not going to get the weight loss you’re looking for.”

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At home by the water’s edge WITH Canberra’s only recreational boat harbour at Kingston almost complete, true waterside living – combined with a waterfront promenade – has come to Canberra.

Here’s an opportunity to live in a stunning development on Eastlake Parade just metres from the Lake Burley Griffin water’s edge.

This contemporary designed ground floor apartment, offers luxury, privacy and views.

The winter garden with full-length, doubleglazed windows and under-floor heating ensures cross ventilation in the summer months and a sun-filled room to relax with a book in the winter.

This property has two generous bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk-in robe, a kitchen with Bosch appliances and a lightfilled living area that flows out to two spacious terraces facing Lake Burley Griffin and Eastlake Parade.

The floor plan provides for a formal entrance foyer leading into a wide hall leading to a purpose-built study area.

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By Chris Miller THERE are significant changes unit owners or residents should be aware of following the recent amendments to the Unit Titles Act 2001 taking full effect on March 31.

In the past, an irreconcilable dispute between parties within a body corporate would have been heard by the Magistrates Court at a prohibitive cost and time and, in many cases, resulting in a stalemate.

However, the new Act allows for some of these cases to be heard by the new ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal. Examples of matters that may come before the tribunal include: pets, outstanding levies, noise pollution, unapproved alterations to common property and negligence by executive committee or strata manager.

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Probably the most practical and useful amendment to the Act is the new requirement for an owners’ corporation to obtain and adopt a 10-year sinking fund forecast. This amendment aligns the ACT with the other States, where similar legislation has been in place for some time.

In the ACT there seems to have been a culture of “keeping the levies low” to reduce the financial burden on owners. Ironically, the net result is far more troubling so far as cost is concerned; huge capital repairs and upgrades to common property when something goes wrong, without enough money to cover the cost.

A perfect example is painting. I could not count on all my fingers and toes how many apartments that have not been painted for more than 10

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years, with little or no funds set aside for this essential project.

What does this mean for an owners’ corporation? At a practical level, the first AGM held after March 31 requires a resolution to obtain a 10year sinking fund plan. The next AGM must adopt the plan.

The forecasts will be based on the particular capital requirements of each development, and we recommend that the forecast be professionally completed.

The amendments to the Act now require that an owners’ corporation may not unreasonably withhold approval for a resident to keep a pet. This raises the question of what “unreasonably” means. My advice to executive committees would be to develop clear criteria for considering pet requests.

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It may be useful to consider information recently published by the RSPCA regarding the suitability of pets within high-density communities. It would be a safe bet that any pets policy that borrows from the RSPCA would be seen as reasonable, however this will no doubt be tested more thoroughly in the years ahead.

While the major issues such as pets, arbitration and sinking funds take a front seat in the amendments to the Unit Titles Act, there are other, less conspicuous, changes that owners would benefit by knowing about and further information can be sourced online at www.minters. com.au.

Chris Miller is the residential strata director, Ray White Canberra and can be contacted on 6162 0681.

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By Catherine Carter

Budget bonus for climate change THE ACT Budget’s $2million “Tune Up Canberra” program is the single-most significant ACT Government program to combat climate change and will deliver a measurable decrease in the ACT’s greenhouse gas emissions.

Proposed by the Property Council of Australia, it will provide incentives for commercial property owners to improve energy efficiency in existing buildings. The two-year program will provide matching funds to retrofit commercial buildings to achieve a reduction in energy use and emissions.

In the ACT, energy use in buildings accounts for around 73 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions. Better-designed buildings provide some of the most-affordable forms of abatement in the economy.

Elsewhere, the ACT Budget contains mixed messages for the property industry with the Territory staring down the barrel of increasing and significant deficits over the next few years.

The operating loss for 2009/10 is forecast to be $171 million, and the ACT Government expects to accumulate operating deficits of over $1 billion from 2009 to 2013.

Managing such a deficit will be a delicate and significant job. We need to see details of a clear action plan which includes a tax-reform agenda to ensure the tax system going forward is simple, clear, efficient, fair and efficient. The alternatives are stark – increased taxes and reduced community services in the long term.

The ACT Budget also contains positive initiatives with a welcome focus on projects that will provide economic stimulus into the economy and environmental benefit.

For example, the change-of-use charge will be reduced from 75 per cent to 50 per cent for a year to stimulate investment.

Funding is allocated to make inspections more timely and reduce planning delays. $1million has been provided for the pilot of rapid-transit buses to provide better access to Canberra’s town centres and the Parliamentary Triangle, while there’s $300,000 to analyse options to improve car parking, including a parking offset fund and feasibility studies for car parks in Civic and Woden.

There will also be a parking fee increase across government parking areas, and an increase in bus fares. These initiatives aim to provide better public transport and remove the inequities across the Territory in parking and transport costs.

Catherine Carter is the executive director of the Property Council of Australia (ACT).

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Residents will also benefit from a full on site sports centre, including a heated outdoor pool, gym and sauna room, providing true resort-style living in this most convenient location.

Apartments at Oracle will include:

Artists impressions

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Designer kitchens with stainless steel appliances Stone bench tops Basement parking with lift access Private balconies or terrace areas Clothes dryer All floor coverings

With eligible first home buyers able to take advantage of $21,000† in government grants, the developer paying any stamp duty on apartments up to $350,000 and weekly repayments as low as $369* per week, there has never been a better time to stop paying rent and buy your own home.

Artists impressions

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The home offers exquisitely manicured front and rear gardens and a seductive street frontage.

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Canberra Central 6295 4999

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GREAT OPPORTUNITY! EVATT, 23 Ashkanasy Crescent Have you been thinking of building a new home, but don’t like the small blocks in the ‘new areas’? Then this attractive parcel of land of 1090sqm may be the opportunity you have been looking for.

Due to fire the existing home will need to be demolished allowing you to design and construct a stunning new home to suit the needs of your growing family, all in the heart of Evatt. Located only a short stroll to Evatt shops, with St Monica’s Primary School on your doorstep, Belconnen Mall and Lake Ginninderra all just minutes away, this is an opportunity rarely seen.

Also located on the block is a great free standing studio residence, built in 2003 with brick veneer construction, aluminium sliding door entry, kitchenette, full bathroom with shower and reverser cycle air conditioning/ heating. The studio may be used as a future rumpus room, teenagers retreat or perhaps for mum and dad use or visiting relatives. .

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FULLY FURNISHED WITH QUALITY ITEMS - READY TO MOVE IN AND ENJOY!!

A prestigious address, uninterrupted direct OCEAN views. No buildings between you and the OCEAN. You can never be built out – ever!

This bright open plan 2 bedroom unit in a block of 6, is located on the top floor at front of building. Large well maintained grounds. Unit complex recently painted. Lock up garage, with remote control door.

Full length windows across front of unit, provide expansive OCEAN and HEADLAND views from living and kitchen areas. The huge 20 square metre

2

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$405,000

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covered balcony is ideal for entertaining, outdoor living and relaxation.

This is a loved coast retreat, only used by the owners and everything in the unit is of exceptional quality.

The price includes everything – Leather lounges, dining furniture, jarrah outdoor furniture, TV and sound system, washing machine, beds, bedding, refrigerator, artwork, Gaggia automatic coffee machine and much, much more............

+ plenty of owner/guest parking

Recently refurbished which includes, • interior painting • reverse cycle air-conditioning • window blinds • carpet • ceiling insulation

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Views, luxury & sophistication

Resort style living - Inspirational, remarkably diverse Reso res uniquely u designed by prominent architect Peter Byfield and built to perfection, proudly set in prime Byfie “Peninsula”, “Pe

adjoining

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breathtaking views - Is sure to impress any astute buyer. Over 2 gleaming levels of style and comfort this elegant masterpiece showcases classy formal & informal living areas, two chef inspired kitchens, enormous rumpus, 5 large bedrooms, 4 elite bathrooms, 4 car garages & more. With smart, flexible design the prop could be converted into 2 separate dwellings if required. It offers 43sq under roof (32sq living) on 905m2 block. Positioned close to

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Gungahlin 6241 9444

Elizabeth Jancewicz 0408 219 148

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Neat as pin 3 bedroom O’Connor classic weatherboard home set on a 638.6m2 block with updated

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kitchen & refreshed bathroom. Formal lounge & dining area, great putdoor living with large deck that

at Evatt shops - directly opposite medical centre and dental

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benefits as rental invest & move in later as first home buyer, great invest with a view to knock down &

downstairs. EER 5.5 For Sale $515,000

build your dream home! Prior offers considered. EER 1 Auction on site 12.30 pm Saturday 30th May

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Belconnen 6251 9111

Gungahlin 6241 9444

Charles Blackney 0409 136 867

Inner North 6262 5122

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4 bed | 2 bath | 5 car 8 MURRAY GREY PLACE - Escape from the demands of modern day living to this secluded urban oasis, surrounded by picturesque country views. Occupying a prized 1.9 acres allotment, this gorgeous contemporary-style residence with sleek lines and vibrant, light-filled interiors captures the true essence of family living whilst providing a sense of space and tranquility.

Perfect for the expanding family, the home features five separate entertaining areas including formal lounge and dining rooms, impressive family and meals room, customised home theatre/ rumpus room, “Al-fresco” dining covered verandah and a private central courtyard with a beautiful water feature. Accommodation also includes 4 spacious bedrooms, master bedroom with a walk-in robe and ensuite, study, designer kitchen with granite bench tops and the finest of modern appointments, polished timber floors, high ceilings and many more features. The property offers two separate paddocks and the best of both worlds. Experience luxurious lifestyle in a glorious country setting less than 25 minutes away from Canberra.

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3 bed | 2 bath | 2 car 75 MCGILVRAY CLOSE - This beautiful light-filled home is located in a quiet private street within metres of Point Hut Pond, park and Gordon Primary School. Only five years old, the features of the home include formal lounge and dining room, three spacious bedrooms, master with ensuite, study, cosy sunroom and a gorgeous kitchen overlooking the generous-size family room and meals area, a double garage with remote control doors and internal access, quality floating timber flooring and easy care gardens. Ideal for a young family or an executive couple alike. EER 4.

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HARRISON

Immaculate Family Living

STUNNING EXECUTIVE HOME

With contemporary style and modern function this superbly presented 5 bedroom plus study home has been extended and renovated to create a welcoming environment that can easily accommodate the growing family. The accommodation spills generously over 3 levels to help ensure that parents and children can easily interact but also enjoy their own separate living space. Conveniently positioned on Farrer’s most sought after street that is close to the local primary school, shops public transport and just moments away from Westeld Woden; this home is a must to inspect!

EER 5

Property features • Solid hardwood timber oors in dining/lounge • Security alarm • Remote double garage with internal access • Miele stainless steel cook top, oven & dishwasher • Walk in Pantry • Ducted gas heating • Reverse cycle air conditioning • Abundant storage • In ground sprinkler system • Grey water reltering system • 2000ltr water tank

Address: 14 Hawkesbury Crescent Farrer Open: Saturday 16th May 11.00 to 11.45 Price: Price $939,950 Agent: Andrew Greenberger, L.J, Hooker Canberra City

Elmslea Home + Land Packages

Chelsea 24

19 squares living

• Land size: over 1,200m2 • 4 bedrooms + ensuite • Floor coverings included • Driveways & Fencing incl.

Sirocco 7

22.5 Squares Living

• Land size: over 1,200m2 • 4 beds + ensuite • Reverse cycle air cond.

• Large ‘great’ room

$451,300

• Reverse cycle air cond.

• Choose your own colours • Dbl garage + int access • Optional alfresco area

$465,200

• Dbl garage + int access • Floor coverings incl.

• Driveway & Fencing incl.

• Rumpus room

Allenby

12.5 Squares Living

• Land size: 1,260m2 • 3 bedrooms + 2 way bath • Dirveway & Fencing incl.

• Floor coverings included

Accent

21 Squares Living

• 4 bedrooms + ensuite • Bonus ‘common’ room • Dbl garage + int access • Rumpus & family room

$424,250

• Choose your own colours • Single lock-up gar + int access • Reverse cycle air cond.

• Large open plan living area

$496,500

• Reverse cycle air cond.

• Modern Knebel kitchen • Quality floor coverings • Driveway & Fencing incl.

Attention: 1st Homebuyers are eligible for $24,000 government grant + another $6,000 developers discount.

Auction

This contemporary four bedroom ensuite residence spills over two levels and will be sure to impress those looking to buy a home that not only offers generous living space but also exceptional quality! A designer kitchen furnished with SMEG appliances and silstone benchtops, high ceilings with square set cornices, solid mirboo timber oors in the dining/ lounge room, hydronic heating and double glazed cedar framed windows are but some features.

For alfresco entertaining there is an expansive timber deck that extends off the kitchen/living area and is highlighted a duel jet water feature. Conveniently positioned close to the local school, Gungahlin Town Centre and that is just moments away from the City this home is a must see! Call me today to arrange an inspection!

EER 5 Address: 24 Windjana Street Harrison Open: Sat 16th May 1:00pm – 2:00pm & Wed 20th May 6:00pm – 6:30pm Price: Auction 3rd June, 6:00pm, Canberra Business Event Centre, Regatta Point Agent: Andrew Greenberger, L.J, Hooker Canberra City Contact: 6249 7700 or 0400 819 650

Royalla Home + Land Packages

Chelsea 24

19 squares living

• Land size: 6.5 acres • 4 bedrooms + ensuite • Open plan living • Floor coverings included

$678,300

• Reverse cycle air cond.

• Dbl garage + int access • Optional alfresco area • Choose your own colours

Sirocco 7

22.5 Squares Living

• Land size: over 6 acres • 4 beds + ensuite • Reverse cycle air cond.

• Large ‘great’ room

$696,500

• Dbl garage + int access • Floor coverings incl.

• Rumpus room • A great family home

Heritage Estate 24.6 Squares Living $724,700

Chisolm Lodge 30 Squares Living $761,300

• Land size: 6.4 acres • 4 bedrooms + ensuite • Huge master bedroom • Dbl garage + int access

• Land size: 6.5 acres • 4 bedrooms + ensuite • Huge master bedroom • Dbl garage + workshop

• Rumpus & family room • Reverse cycle air cond.

• Quality floor coverings • Attractive rural home

• Rumpus & conservatory • Reverse cycle air cond.

• Modern Knebel kitchen • Quality floor coverings

All Royalla packages include a $20,000 allowance for water tank & septic system.

All packages are subject to site costs.

• Freehold Land — NO time limit to build and NO Government housing • 15mins to Queanbeyan, 20minutes to Fyshwick, 30minutes to the City centre • Close to shops, child care centre, schools, local cafes, restaurants, wineries & antique stores • Either choose from our great range of 3, 4 or 5 bedroom Home + Land packages or choose your own builder

All packages are subject to site costs.

50% • FREEHOLD LAND — No time limit to build and NO community title already • Final Stage Now Selling! — Only 38 blocks ranging from 5 to 30 acres sold • Only 10 minutes to Calwell, 15 minutes to the Tuggeranong Town Centre, 30 minutes to the City • Either choose from our great range of 3,4 or 5 bedroom Home + Land packages or choose your own builder • Fully sealed roads, fully fenced, underground electricity, bus services, water bore or dam & ADSL2 Broadband

Visit Elmslea Estate Sat & Sun 12pm — 4pm Cnr McCusker & McMahon Dr, Bungendore

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ARTISTS IMPRESSION

Block 2 Section 63 $499,000 Forde House + Land package

DUCTED HEATING & FRONT LANDSCAPING

Angela Penhallow Sasha Trpkovski

p: 0418 555 594 e: sasha.trpkovski@pbspropertygroup.com.au

5 star energy rating

• Designer 4 bedroom + ensuite design • 465m2 block in peaceful & quiet street location • Contemporary street appeal • Double garage + internal access • Separate living area • Fencing & concrete driveway • 5, 000 ltr rain water tank • Downlights to all living areas • Build time guarantee

INCLUDES

p: 0412 004 802 e: angela.penhallow@pbspropertygroup. com.au

• Architect 4 bedroom + ensuite design • 472m2 block in quiet street location • Stunning street appeal • Separate living area • Double garage + internal access • Fencing & concrete driveway • 5,000ltr rain water tank • Downlights to all living areas • Build time guarantee

ARTISTS IMPRESSION

Block 6 Section 48 $499,000 Forde House + Land package

5 star energy rating

ARTISTS IMPRESSION

Block 8 Section 17 $530,000 Forde House + Land package

ARTISTS IMPRESSION

Block 16 Section 50 $555,000 Forde House + Land package

• Designer 4 bedroom + rumpus home • 499m2 block in family friendly street • Stunning street appeal • Separate living • Covered Al-fresco dining area • Double garage + internal access • Fencing & concrete driveway • 5,000 ltr rain water tank • Downlights to all living areas • Build time guarantee 5 star energy rating

• Architect style 4 bedroom + ensuite home • 486m2 block in quiet street location • Superb street appeal • Separate living & large family/ meals room • Double garage + internal access • Fencing & concrete driveway • 5,000 ltr rain water tank • Downlights to all living areas • Build time guarantee 5 star energy rating

*prices based on separate contacts for the land +house

ARTISTS IMPRESSION

Unti 14/5 Tennant Street, Fyshwick www.pbspropertygroup.com.au

Block 5 Section 55 $515,000 Forde House + Land package

• Architect 4 bedroom + ensuite design • 499m2 block in quiet street location • Beautiful street appeal • Double garage + internal access • Separate living area • Fencing & concrete driveway • 5,000 ltr rain water tank • Downlights to all living areas • Build time guarantee 5 star energy rating

ARTISTS IMPRESSION

Block 3 Section 27 $599,000 Forde House + Land package

• Architect designed Tri-level 4 bedroom family home • 583m2 block in quiet street location with views • Separate living & rumpus rooms • Separate Main bedroom with designer ensuite • Double garage + internal access • Fencing & concrete driveway • 5,000 ltr rain water tank • Downlights to all living areas • Build time guarantee 5 star energy rating

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EAST LYNNE - AUCTION

27 Old Saw Mill Lane Historic Country Retreat

• Fenced 25 acres of semi cleared land with stands of natural timber • Adjoining National Park and State forest • Modern 3 bedroom family home • With large open living areas and quality kitchen • Machinery sheds, stables & cattle yards, perfect for horses • 15 min on sealed roads to Batemans Bay CBD & 10 minutes to Pebbly Beach and North Durras Beach

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ISABELLA PLAINS

NEW!!

$429 000

Beautifully Renovated & Upgraded!!

• 3 Bedrooms Plus an Ensuite • Ensuite & Bathroom Newly Renovated • Huge Kitchen – Newly Renovated • Living Areas with Timber Floors • Landscaped Rear Yard with Timber Deck EER 3

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NEW!!

$350 000 - $390 000

122sqm, 3 Bedrooms - 678sqm Block

Great size home offering L-shape lounge & dining, family room/meals area, spacious kitchen, 3-way bathroom & all bedrooms have built-in robes.

Secure rear yard with plenty of playing space, covered pergola, large double carport with gates to backyard and undercover access. EER 2

Kate Williams 0408 186 532 BANKS

NEW!!

$359 950

Great for 1st Home Buyers or Investors

Fabulous Dual Occuapancy - 3 bedrooms, seperate lounge room, open plan kitchen and meals area, gas cooking, gas wall furnace and stunning 2way bathroom. Easy care rear yard, side yard wit hwater tank. Undercover access to the double attached car accommodation.

EER 3

Betty Wark 0408 166 833 BONYTHON

$390 000 - $430 000

First Home or Investment

Blue chip tenant would like to stay but understands this may not be possible. Two storey, 3 bedroom townhouse in small (5) complex close to Hyperdome. Double garage, int acc, powder room, sunny kitchen and meals, huge master with ens, balcony, and spa in bathroom. A class home. EER 4

Andrew York 0418 624 411

RICHARDSON

NEW LISTING

AUCTION

It’s Bigger Than You Think!

If size really is important, check this out. Over 170m2 of living space – more than 18 squares for those of us old enough to remember them – with big family room, meals area, formal lounge and dining rooms, 3 bedrooms plus extra room for office/rumpus/computer/guest room – whatever, R/C A/C, gas heating cooking and HWS, full bathroom off master bedroom with spa bath, updated bathroom, magnificent covered deck off family room, fully lined garage with workshop at rear, carport and back yard with Colorbond fencing. Auction on site, 12.30pm Saturday, 30th May 2009. EER 2.5

Andrew York 0418 624 411 FADDEN HILLS

NEW LISTING

AUCTION

Unique Australian Colonial

Large four bedroom ensuite Australian Colonial home, (approx 267m2 of living) set on an elevated block in prestigious Fadden Hills, with huge formal lounge and dining, complete with French doors opening out to the full length covered front veranda, huge family room and stylish kitchen with quality fixtures and fittings, ducted gas heating, evaporative cooling, ducted vacuum, security system, rear pergola, landscaped yards, suspended concrete floor, internal staircase, double oversized garage with workshop.

Auction on site, 12.30pm Satruday 6th June 2009.

EER 2.5

CONDER

Location - Price - Presentation

Wayne Kennedy 0414 622 926 CONDER

KAMBAH

Neat 3 Bedroom Townhouse - 108sqm!!!

4 Bedrooms + Study + Ensuite + Dbl Garage

CONDER

$415 000

Free-Standing, 123sqm & Views!!

This beautiful free-standing 3 bdrm townhouse has lots of room to move plus a rear deck & a nice size yard with little maintenance needed! All 3 bdrms have BIR & the main bdrm is segregated & has an ensuite. Open-plan living, ducted gas heating & internal access to the double garage.

EER 4

Kate Williams 0408 186 532

NEW!! $340 000 - $360 000

Great Investment or First Home!!

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Quiet Culdesac Location Easy to furnish Open Plan Living Areas Very Effective Gas Heating Functional Kitchen with Gas Cooking Secure Car Accommodation.

EER 4

Betty Wark 0408 166 833

CALWELL NEW!! $310 000 - $340 000

Ewa Skoczek 0414 665 626

$359 000 - $399 000

Opportunity to purchase in a sought after area, compact energy efficient 3 bedroom immaculate home with 2 living areas, floating timber floors, quality fixtures and fittings throughout, gas heating and evaporative cooling. Front & rear pergolas, fully secure ample rear yard, single oversized garage & lots more! EER 4.5

Wayne Kennedy 0414 622 926

This would make a fantastic first home,or investment. Offering 108sqm of living, 3 bedrooms, lounge and seperate meals areas, paved rear and front courtyards and built-in robes in 2 of the bedrooms. Rent potential of $340pw. BE QUICK....

30th June is fast approaching!

EER 3.5

NEW!!

$420 000 - $470 000

BANKS

$389 000+

Modern Spacious First Home

Want More? Well how about 200sqm of living area, double brick construction, large family room, separate lounge and dining, open fire place in the lounge, wood fire in the family room, large open plan kitchen with dishwasher, internal access to garage, TLC needed. EER 0

Well presented contemporary 3 bdrm home with two separate sun-filled living areas, modern open plan design, good kitchen, dishwasher & plenty of cupboards. Rear covered pergola, established yards double garage plus double carport, close to all amenities, located in a quiet cul-de-sac! EER 1.5

WANNIASSA

GORDON

Wayne Kennedy 0414 622 926

Kate Williams 0408 186 532

$380 000 - $420 000

30th June Approaches.

You want to buy – owner wants to sell. Could be the basis for a great relationship. Tidy 3 bedroom cottage in quiet, family-friendly street close to what families need. Ducted gas heating, garage plus carport on a low maintenance block with great shade trees. Do yourself a favour – see it! EER 1.5

Andrew York 0418 624 411

$659 000

Quality Home in Popular Location!!

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4 Double Bedrooms all with robes Main segregated + Ensuite + Corner Spa. Lounge + Dining + Family + Rumpus Huge Laundry, Sewing Rm, Powder Rm 2 x 2 Car Garaging. I/A & Remotes. EER 4

Betty Wark 0408 166 833

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