Launceston Lively Magazine October 2023

Work starts on new LGH Helipad

After nearly 12 months, the helipad at the Launceston General Hospital has remained closed due to CASA safety changes that necessitated its shutdown. The old helipad site, situated in Ockerby Gardens, no longer complies with the new size, location, and lighting requirements that were introduced on New Year’s Day 2022.

As a result of these regulatory changes, construction work has now begun on the $15 million elevated helipad which will be located on the top of the hospital’s Clevland Street carpark.

Initial works include installation of supporting infrastructure before the helipad itself is lifted into place in sections using a tower crane.

The new helipad will provide a vital piece of infrastructure for emergency aeromedical patient transport to and from the LGH.

The rooftop location will allow for the construction of a contemporary helipad incorpo-

rating state of the art features and provides for aerobridge connection into the hospital for direct transfer to Emergency Department, ICU and operating theatres.

Minister for Health, Guy Barnett, said ensuring patients in need of critical and life-saving medical intervention can be transported safely and efficiently to the LGH is a vital part of Tasmania’s emergency medical response protocol.

“This helipad will support Tasmania’s highly trained paramedics, emergency medicine specialists and nurses, and our aeromedical contractor, Rotor-Lift Aviation, in the work they do every single day to save lives,” Minister Barnett said.

“The Rockliff Liberal Govern-

ment has worked closely with Ambulance Tasmania, LGH clinical staff, AviPro Aviation Consultants, Artas Architects and Rotor-Lift Aviation to design the new helipad, which forms part of the LGH Precinct Masterplan.

“We are delivering on our long-term plan to provide Tasmanians with the healthcare system they deserve.”

Aeromedical services continue to be available for patients who require urgent transfer to or from the LGH, with Launceston Airport being used as the landing site for aero-medical transport until the new helipad is delivered.

The helipad is expected to be operational by the middle of next year.

ABOVE: LGH Elevated Helideck - South West aerial view to Helideck. BELOW: LGH Level 2 Walkway

Creating the Purr-fect Sanctuary: Inside Rachel Beech’s Cat Crusade

By Zac Lockhart

Many Launceston Locals would already be familiar with the organisation ‘Just Cats’, but may not be familiar with their backstory, or the inner workings of the organisation.

Rachel Beech, the Founder of Just Cats, first began the organisation under a different name – The Last Litter Program.

“So about 11 years ago actually was the very first cat who walked in our door. Her name

was Kit Kat. She was a threelegged farm cat. She birthed her kittens at our place, then went back to her own.” Said Rachel.

The benefit of the Last Litter Program is that the kittens would all be desexed, microchipped and vet-checked before finding homes for them, and the cat birthing the litter would also be desexed prior to going back home, providing both a solution to the immediate cat management problem, as well as a model for

long-term sustainability in cat management.

Today, the last litter program is only part of the work of Just Cats.

“It went from a very small little rescue or a helping hand to something that’s just become quite massive. We’re now taking about 1500 to 2000 Cats a year.”

“One of our slogans is every cat, even with a whisper of a chance, gets that chance. And

we’re very big on that. We’re not quick to euthanise if we think there’s a little glimmer of hope in a cat, regardless of whether it’s feral, injured or sick, we will do whatever we can.”

Operating without government funding, this mission is often difficult, with specialist veterinary expenses needing to be covered, on top of regular overheads that impact every organisation, business and household.

“Three years ago, we decided that we needed a vet clinic. Can you imagine having that many cats, having to take them to a vet clinic locally, there’s a shortage of vets, It’s really hard to get in, plus the stress factor of transporting cats back and forth.”

While having a veterinary clinic and an in-house veterinarian have certainly helped to lower costs and improve access to care, specialist vets are often required, which can be costly and difficult to access locally.

Want to make a difference? Head over to JustCats.org.au to learn more about getting involved or to make a donation.

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Local Info Free Bollywood Classes: Dance Your Way to Fitness and Fun in Launceston!

Ever fancied learning a new dance style? Launceston is buzzing with an opportunity you won’t want to miss: free Bollywood dance classes open to everyone. No matter your age, skill level, or physical ability, these sessions offer an inclusive and invigorating experience.

But this isn’t your average dance class. These sessions serve a dual purpose: they’re a unique blend of fitness and entertainment. Bollywood dance is a dynamic art form that fuses traditional Indian dance steps with modern, high-energy movements.

This makes it accessible and incredibly enjoyable for participants from all walks of life.

The benefits extend beyond just learning new moves. Engaging in these highenergy routines is a fantastic way to improve cardiovascular health, enhance coordination, and boost mental wellbeing. Plus, it’s an excellent opportunity for social interaction, allowing you to connect with fellow dance enthusiasts in the community.

Why settle for a sedentary lifestyle when you can dance

your way to better health and happiness? The classes offer a win-win situation for everyone involved.

Bollywood Dance sessions are held every Tuesday from 1pm to 1.45pm at the Northern Suburbs Community Centre Newnham.

More information available on the Launceston City Council website launceston.tas.gov.au

More information available on the Launceston City Council website launceston. tas.gov.au

The Corrs Set to Enchant Launceston with a Musical Extravaganza

Prepare for an evening of musical enchantment as Irish Celtic-infused pop icons, The Corrs, make their way to Launceston on November 4, 2023, for a very special performance at the University of Tasmania Stadium.

This is a night you won't want to miss!

The Corrs' return to Australia in 2023 promises a series of extraordinary shows that will captivate audiences nationwide.

With a remarkable career

spanning nearly three decades, The Corrs have earned their place in music history. Their debut album, "Forgiven Not Forgotten," released in 1995, became an instant sensation, selling over 40 million albums worldwide.

In Australia alone, more than two million albums have found their way into the hearts of fans.

Their signature sound, a magical fusion of traditional Celtic melodies and a pop-rock twist, has yielded some of the most iconic songs of the past thirty

years.

But the musical brilliance doesn't stop there! Joining The Corrs on this unforgettable evening are some stellar talents. Aussie pop royalty, Natalie Imbruglia, and the legendary Toni Childs will share the stage, promising an electrifying night of music.

For more information & ticketing including pre-sale access, visit oneworldentertainment.com. au

LIFT Your Spirits: The Launceston Gym That’s More Than Just Weights and Protein Shakes

By Shiarna Barnett

There’s no denying that the fitness industry has expanded drastically over the past decade.

Going back two decades ago, a gym was a place only the fitness gurus went, but now, the majority of people have a gym membership.

For little old Tassie, we do tend to be a bit behind with a lot of trends. Not fitness trends though, thanks to Brian Finch, Owner of LIFT, Director Adrian Finch, and LIFT Manager, Callan Richardson.

The team had a vision – opening a gym facility catering to all fitness levels, from advanced athletes to those wanting a gym space to work on their fitness.

In essence, providing Tasmania with the same luxury of having a world class gym right near the heart of Launceston.

“The idea is to cater for anyone’s fitness experience. A one stop shop.” - Callan Richardson.

The vision become reality

and the team worked hard to make LIFT (Launceston Institute of Fitness and Training) the one stop shop for Launceston, located at 23 Racecourse Crescent.

The facility started as a fitness studio under the name ‘KFM’ in 2007, occupying only half a tennis court worth of space.

“Back then, there was probably only about half a dozen gyms in Launceston that were operating at the time. There was no such thing as a 24-hour gym,” says Director Adrian Fitch.

Bird’s eye view: The upgraded LIFT Facility

The locally owned facility then moved onto occupying three tennis courts worth of space in the building for a number of years, before eventually occupying the entire space only a few months ago, equating to approximately four thousand square feet.

Renovations began in January, with the ‘behind the scenes’ happening in November last year.

LIFT occupied the Northern side, whilst the Southern side was the indoor sports centre, Lisa Indoor Sports Arena, which had Airtime 360, Laser Tag and Treasure Island.

The indoor sports arena has since moved to Door of Hope, 50 Glen Dhu Street.

It was a great opportunity with space from the Indoor Sports Arena becoming available only next door, so the team jumped on the chance to extend the facility.

“The opportunity with the space becoming available –the decision was to take over the space to bring something special to Launceston – the

same as ‘The Big Box Gyms’ in the mainland cities.” Adrian explains.

“We’ve introduced classes, we’ll be introducing Pilates soon, we have physios working out of here, as well as Dietitians and personal trainers.” Callan added.

The facility includes a basketball court, a boxing area which includes a boxing ring, free weights, plated machines, pin-loading machines, TV’s, generous amounts of all types of cardio equipment, a gated children’s area, a cycling studio, a Pilates studio, Olympic lifting area and more.

Physios, personal trainers, and a dietitian operate from within the building as well, making a real one stop shop.

“The idea here is that we can divide the gym into sections where beginners can go, and then up the other end, we have free weights, Olympic lifting equipment, and the boxing area,” Adrian explains.

“We have a spin room, a studio room for Pump and Body Attack, and a Pilates area, and

we have a boxing area for our boxing classes.”

The expansion sure is impressive, however, Adrian says that they aren’t finished yet.

“We’ve got big plans to continue to add on,” he hints.

“There’s a huge outdoor training area we want to add on as well along with saunas.”

As well as offering Launceston the same fitness facility opportunities as the those in the mainland, the team are strong on having a personal touch and not franchising in order to give them the opportunity to really know their members.

If you are wanting to commence your fitness journey, meet the friendly team at the LIFT reception area.

Their general 24/7 membership is priced at $18.95 weekly. A $23.95 membership provides 24/7 gym access and access to all fitness classes.

For the ultimate package of Pilates, group fitness classes and 24-hour access, you can purchase a $29.95 a week deal.

LIFT Reception, 23 Racecourse Crescent, Launceston (PHOTO: LIFT Facebook Page)

Summer starting early in Launceston as direct services resume

Tasmanians are set to benefit from more direct seasonal services with Virgin Australia this summer, bringing forward the resumption of direct flights out of Launceston Airport to Adelaide and Perth to accommodate growing passenger numbers.

Seasonal direct services to Adelaide launched on October 5th and will operate three times a week through to 6 April 2024, adding an extra 28,500 direct seats to and from Launceston whilst Perth direct seasonal services will commence on the 9th of this month, operating three times a week to 29 March 2024.

CEO of Launceston Airport

Shane O’Hare said the early resumption of these routes has been driven by strong demand in the market.

“We are busy and getting busier with more than 70,000 passengers expected through the airport over the current school holiday period, this comes after the busiest August on record at Launceston

Airport,” he said.

“These additional routes will give Northern Tasmanian’s direct access to all five mainland state capitals.

“In the future we hope to build both these routes into year-round services as well as working with our other airline partners to bolster existing operations, increasing travel options for Tasmanian’s and visitors alike.

“The importance of these seats to the state cannot be forgotten, each additional tourist arriving into the Apple Isle adds $3000 to the state economy, putting money into local business and growing jobs.

Virgin Australia Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer Alistair Hartley said the airline’s schedule into Launceston Airport for the next six months was 70 per cent higher than the same period pre-COVID.

“Capacity on our Brisbane-Launceston route alone

has grown by 200 per cent since 2019 with an average of almost six services per week scheduled over the 2023/2024 summer peak,” he said.

“Today’s announcement further highlights the importance of Launceston and Tasmania to Virgin Australia’s customers and network.”

CEO of Visit Northern Tasmania Tracey Mallett says the tourism industry in Northern Tasmania is looking forward to welcoming all visitors this summer season.

“Our tourism operators are ready to give visitors the best experience possible. With the resumption of direct flights from Adelaide and Perth, it will be even easier to get here and experience Northern Tasmania’s hidden gems,” she said.

“We have an action packed event calendar with something to appeal to all our visitors.”

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Take a stroll around Launceston

By Kristy Williams

While the recent closure of the Cataract walk may have left some outdoor enthusiasts disappointed, Launceston still offers a plethora of fantastic walking trails for families of all ages to enjoy.

Notable alternatives include Heritage Forest, the Inveresk Trail, and the West Tamar trail, each offering captivating scenery to enhance your outdoor adventure.

Heritage Forest features an assortment of easy multi-use trails in a scenic environment that offer an enchanting escape from the busy city streets.

This park is anything but dull, locals can often be seen utilising the picnic and barbeque areas made available.

Not far away, you’ll find the younger generation and the young at heart relishing the excitement of a 40m-long

flying fox. Additionally, this family-friendly park includes an off-leash dog exercise area, catering to the four-legged members of the family as well.

For visitors’ convenience, parking is available off Conway Street, and public toilets can be found within metres of the barbeque area.

Nestled along the scenic North Esk River, this easy family-friendly trail offers an ideal outdoor adventure. Stretching

from the Tamar Street Bridge to Remount Road, it follows the elevated path of the flood levee, ensuring a dry and enjoyable experience.

This trail not only provides picturesque river views but also serves as a convenient connection to the nearby Heritage Forest park, allowing walkers to extend their exploration and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Launceston’s surroundings.

For added convenience, parking is available within close proximity at The Northern Inveresk Car Park, which is free on weekends and public holidays.

Thirdly, the West Tamar trail offers a popular connection between the West Tamar area, they city and the scenic Cata-

ract Gorge Reserve.

Stretching from Tailrace Park to Kings Bridge, this well-frequented route offers a unique experience for exercisers and commuters.

Unlike the other two trails, the West Tamar trail offers limited parking options at both ends of the walk, giving walkers the flexibility to choose their starting point.

Although if you commence your journey at Tailrace Park and reach Kings Bridge, you also have the option to explore further into the city for and extend your walk.

Tasmanian Business Advice and Support Roadshow Hits

Launceston

In partnership with the Launceston Chamber of Commerce, Business Tasmania is thrilled to bring the Tasmanian Business Advice and Support Roadshow to Launceston.

This event promises a wealth of insights into the Tasmanian Government's business advice services and the array of free support available to kickstart or enhance your business.

Taking place on the 30th October 2023 from 5.30pm, the event will showcase a number of guest speakers including:

Kelly Brown from Business Tasmania: Business Tasmania helps Tasmanians to start, run and grow their business by offering personalised assistance, information and access to a range of services and programs from the Department of State Growth and other government agencies.

The Business Tasmania team make it easier for the community to talk to government and access available support.

William Cassidy from the Launceston Chamber of Commerce (LCC): The LCC is an independent and apolitical community of business, organisations and people. As a membership organisation they link members to a strong community of local and regional businesses, community organisations and other individual members. Members

make new connections, share information, gain insights and learnings, and promote their organisation to potential customers and suppliers. LCC strives to make Launceston the best possible location to live, work, learn and run a business.

Warren Moore from the Braddon Business Centre and James Abernethy from Marshall Munro: Warren and James will share the range of assistance and advice they can provide delivering the Tasmanian Business Advice Service which provides up to five hours of free advice and support to existing small businesses each year.

Both experienced business advisors, Warren and James can provide advice on a wide variety of topics, including: managing cashflow, marketing, risk management and small business planning.

Stephen Hansen from Rural Business Tasmania: People thinking about starting a business and new small businesses can receive up to two hours of free advice under the New Business Support Pilot Program which Stephen is delivering in Launceston.

Stephen can assist you with topics including: establishing a business structure, determining business viability and financial forecasting.

Stacey Joseph from the Employer of Choice Assist Service: Employer of Choice Assist is a free service that gives tailored assistance to small businesses to help them build a positive workplace culture.

The service will assist with attracting new employees, keeping great employees for longer, developing workforce policies and procedures and being recognised as an Employer of Choice.

Warren Moore from the Accelerator and Business Growth Program: This program will provide intensive, one-to-one assistance to a limited number of existing Tasmanian businesses who have an opportunity to grow but lack the capacity and capability to successfully plan and implement their growth opportunity.

Growth opportunities can relate to the development and commercialisation of new products or services or, the growth of existing products and services.

Jordan Szmekura from Trade Tasmania: Trade Tasmania through its three key pillars: Trade Development, Trade Connections and Events, and International Affairs are committed to empowering Tasmanian businesses to maintain and grow trade in national and international marketplaces. Trade Tasmania is responsible

for connecting Tasmania with interstate and international trade opportunities to support the growth of the Tasmanian economy.

James Ryan from Lifeline Tasmania’s Minding Your Business Program: This program provides free mental health training for Tasmanian small businesses.

It can assist you to reduce turnover, improve culture, make work more fun, reduce accidents, increase productivity and create work-life balance in your business.

Shannon Heard from Migration Tasmania: In partnership with the Australian Government, Migration Tasmania delivers the Skilled Migration State Nomination Program. This program provides straightforward permanent

migration pathways for skilled workers who undertake to live and work in Tasmania.

It can be an attractive option for employers wanting to tap into and retain the skills of migrant workers. Migration Tasmania can also connect employers to support and information regarding other skilled migration program options offered by the Australian Government.

Nicole Grose from the Northern Employment and Business Hub (NEBHub): NEBHub is part of the Tasmanian Government’s Jobs Tasmania network of Regional Jobs Hubs.

If you are an employer looking for the ideal person to add to your team the Regional Jobs Hub Network can help your find staff, advertise jobs, help with workforce planning,

discuss training needs for your team and so much more.

The Regional Jobs Hub Network services are free and accessible to everyone.

Everyone is welcome to attend this free event, whether they are a seasoned business owner, operator or simply dreaming of diving into the world of entrepreneurship. It’s never to late to try something new, what have you got to loose?

In case you needed an extra incentive to head along, there's a chance to win a $100 voucher as a lucky door prize. So, mark calendars and get ready for a business extravaganza like no other!

For more information visit the Business Tasmania website at business.tas.gov.au

Launceston’s spring food festival returns

Our series of bite-sized events is back for 2023, and better than ever.

Sample, savour and celebrate the best that Northern Tasmania has to offer with us.

One of Launceston’s Most Popular Tourism Walks to Remain Closed Until 2024

By Shiarna Barnett

One of Launceston’s most popular walking tracks remains closed until early 2024.

The 1-km Cataract Walk closed in late June due to a privately-owned retaining wall at a property collapsing, causing various safety threats to the community.

Both the Cataract Walk and Trevallyn Steps track have been closed to minimize any potential risk to members of the public.

In order to optimise safety, the Council installed six tilt sensors on selected areas of the wall in July, which confirm that the wall is continuing to move.

This movement shows that a complete failure could possibly occur at any given time without any warning, hence, the walk will remain closed until the Council are certain that there is no potential risk to the public.

Many travellers have expressed their admiration of the walk and its beauty, as well as how magical and rare it is to have such a great tourist attraction not far from the city.

“It’s so amazing to have cataract gorge so close to the city. Lovely easy walk on right side of the gorge. A harder walk is on the left-hand side, the zig zag walk. We loved the walk and were told its all lit up at night too.” Said a Melbourne tourist on a review page.

“A delightful easy trail that runs along the inside of the gorge beginning at a beautiful bridge and finishing in the park. While only 15-20 min in length it is a great way to see the beautiful rock formations and view thee natural landscapes.” Another wrote.

Due to the strong tourist attraction, it is no wonder that the council are eager to get the walk back up and running (or walking as such).

Although other beloved

walking tracks remain open around the Cataract Gorge area, the council has officially announced the actioning of the collapsed wall along the Cataract, and how much they are prepared to spend demonstrates just how important this walk is to the public and to tourists.

As Launceston Mayor, Matthew Garwood said, the Cataract Walk was a vital link to one of the state’s most popular visitor drawcards, and the Council is prioritizing its re-opening.

$1 million has been set aside by the Launceston Council from the Annual Budget for the repairs.

A contractor has been appointed the task of removing the bluestone retaining wall, which is expected to commence in the coming weeks.

The Council do, however, suspect that the overall costs of the repairs will be less than amount once all costs have been finalised.

As Mayor Garwood states, the safety of the public is above all first priority.

“Our priority at all times is the safety of our community,” he said.

“We know that the wall is going to fail completely at some point. If it did fail without our

intervention, the costs to the Council and our community to make the walkway safe again would be too large, not only financially but also accessibility-wise.”

“The Council has, therefore, decided to act immediately, and will seek to work with the property owners to have the work undertaken as quickly as possible.”

“Due to the logistical challenges, Council are intending to take advantage of the drier conditions to remove the retaining wall and will also look to re-purpose the bluestone from the wall, for use in other community projects around the city — a thrifty solution

for a significant saving to the Council.”

“The City of Launceston has taken a lead role in resolving this infrastructure issue to safely enable the re-opening of the Cataract Walk to the public, given its popularity with recreational users and its importance to the city’s visitor economy.”

“We continue to ask for the community’s patience as we get this important infrastructure project underway.”

“We will be pulling out all stops to complete the work as quickly as practicable”

Lighting your home beautiful!

Lighting is often one of the most overlooked areas of the home in terms of aesthetic and sometimes functionality.

A few reasons why this happens includes the overall cost, additional coordination and a lack of exposure and experience to make appropriate lighting selections.

Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why lighting plays such a major part in the overall look and feel of a home.

1. Lighting helps to define zones – Correct placement of lighting will ensure your home has defined areas. This is especially important for open plan living styles. For example, a pendant light or two over a dining table. When you walk into a home it is easy to tell if the lighting placement has been well thought out or ad hoc placement has been adopted.

2. Creates comfort and ambience – We know that suitable lighting improves our mood and can create a warm, in-

viting atmosphere which is important for relaxation.

3. Elevates the design aesthetic of your home – Purposeful and well thought out lighting selections will provide cohesion throughout the home by considering things like material use and hardware finishes that can tie in with the rest of the home. Lighting can also act as a statement piece or focal point within a room therefore increasing its importance.

4. Increases functionality and productivity – This is especially

important for rooms such as kitchens, laundries and offices. We want to ensure that adequate lighting is provided to allow for quick and efficient work to be undertaken in these task areas.

Tips for selecting the correct lighting solution in your home….

- Remember the sky is the limit when it comes to the price of lighting options. My suggestion is to shop around. Often by researching you will be able to achieve the desired look you want but at an affordable price. You may need to com-

promise from an exact match but should be able to obtain a similar style, finish and shape without an excessive price tag.

- Always check the suspension lengths and overall product heights. There is nothing worse than purchasing a beautiful light only to find that its suspension cord or height is not well suited to the height of your ceilings.

- Consider the overall style and era of your home. Reflect on whether your home fits into a design style (such as contemporary, traditional, rustic etc ) to ensure that your lighting

choice fits in with the overall design scheme of the home. Again, this will help provide cohesion throughout the home and stop it from feeling like a mish mash of style selections made at different times.

- Select unique lighting that is not seen repeatedly, or mass produced. Good lighting is nice but great lighting can increase the value of your home.

Feeling inspired? Light it up!

Gabrielle

About the Author: Gabrielle Towns is a Launceston based Interior Designer with over 10 years’ experience. She works closely with both residential and commercial clients to create beautiful, considered spaces. A lover of all things art, architecture and design, Gabrielle has extensive experience across project management, client communication and interior finish selections.

Trivial Tales

“It’s raining cats and dogs.”

We still use and hear this old phrase, but from where did it originate?

This phrase is used to describe particularly heavy rain or when it is raining extremely or unusually hard. Sadly, there seems to be no firm answer as to its origin. However, out of the few possible origins researched, the following theory makes the most sense.

In the 16th Century, houses had thatched roofs - thick straw piled high, with no wood underneath. At that time, people found this was the only place to keep their animals and it kept them warm.

When it rained heavily, it became slippery and sometimes the animals would slip and fall off the roof - hence the saying, “It’s raining cats and dogs.”

Jokes

Want to hear a joke about the Midlands Highway? Too bad - they’re still working on it!

Why can’t you explain puns to kleptomaniacs? Because they always take things literally!

Why is it that if you donate a

kidney, people love you. But if you donate five kidneys, they call the police.

First rule of Vegan Club: You tell everyone about Vegan Club.

I don’t have a carbon footprint. I just drive everywhere.

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Local Info Elevate Your Well-Being in 2023: Free Tai Chi Classes by Active Launceston

Are you on the hunt for a unique way to enhance your physical and mental health this year? Look no further.

Active Launceston, in partnership with the City of Launceston, is offering free Tai Chi classes to the community. Committed to mobilizing residents to embrace a more active lifestyle, Active Launceston aims to fill gaps in local fitness provision, create new pathways to physical activity, and reduce barriers, especially for those who need it the most.

Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art, has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that involves a series of gentle, flowing movements.

These movements are not just aesthetically pleasing; they’re scientifically proven to improve balance, coordination, and mental clarity. The classes are designed to be accessible and beneficial for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Scheduled to run every Sunday from October 15th to December 10th, these sessions offer a structured yet relaxed environment for participants.

The classes will be held from 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm at the idyllic City Park, specifically between the duck pond and the rotunda—a setting that complements the tranquil nature of Tai Chi.

Please note, there will be no

session on November 5th.

So why stick to the treadmill when you can engage in an activity that nourishes both body and soul? The Tai Chi classes present an excellent opportunity to not only improve your physical health but also to connect with your community.

Mark your calendars and don’t miss this chance to redefine your approach to well-being in 2023.

More information available on the Launceston City Council website launceston. tas.gov.au

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