A lifestyle magazine that is delivered in Mawson Lakes, Salisbury and connecting suburbs. (see map). You can also pick up a copy from the Salisbury Community Hub, Parabanks Shopping Centre, Mawson Lakes Library and Mawson Shopping Centre or go to www.northernliving.info
GLOBE DERBY PARK
GARDENS SALISBURY DOWNS
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CREEK MAWSON LAKES
MAWSON LAKES
SALISBURY
MAWSON LAKES GREENFIELDS
MAWSON LAKES
POORAKA
INGLE FARM
SALISBURY SOUTH
BRAHMA LODGE
SALISBURY PLAIN
SALISBURY EAST
PARA HILLS
FEATURES EDITOR
Linda Vining office@northernliving.info (08) 8260 7077
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DISTRIBUTION
Delivered to residential letterboxes and businesses in Salisbury and Mawson Lakes. Pick one up from the Salisbury Community Hub, Mawson Centre or Mawson Central or read it online at www.northernliving.info
PUBLISHER
Northern Living is independently owned, produced and published by Avery Magazines.
All material appearing in Northern Living magazine is copyright unless otherwise stated. Copyright may rest with the provider of the supplied material. No part of Northern Living magazine will be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. Northern Living Magazine takes all care to ensure information is correct at the time of printing, but the publisher accepts no responsibility or liability for the accuracy of any content, illustrations, photographs, advertisements or pricing. Views expressed are not necessarily endorsed by the publisher/editor.
MAGAZINES
FEATURE STORIES
2024-25 FEDERAL BUDGET
A summary of the key take-aways from the budget announcement
KEEP YOUR HEALTH ON TRACK
The Salisbury Business Association is once again hosting the annual FREE Salisbury Community Health Expo
The City of Salisbury offers library services across five branches with free membership
The 2024 Northern Living Editor’s Choice was awarded to Oliver Jacquier at the annual Watershed Creative Prize.
The title of the artwork is Sustainable Bin. See page 6.
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
Electron jokes
Ha, Ha, I liked your joke about the electron in the May issue. Here’s another joke told to us by our hilarious science teacher. A neutron walks into a cafe and asks for a soft drink. The waiter gets a drink and puts it on the table. “How much will that be?” The waiter replies, “For you, no charge.” Denver, 12
Wheelchair access
I’m a recent addition to the northern community after living in the western suburbs my whole life. As a wheelchair user I was shocked by how many businesses here have steps only. I want to support local but I can’t if I don’t have access. I’d like to see Salisbury Council do an audit on this issue and work with local business on improving access. Belle Owen, Greenfields
Postal services reduced It took 3 weeks for a postcard from Colorado USA to reach me here in Salisbury. But things are going to get worse. Mail deliveries are being slashed - households now receive 2 letter deliveries per week but this is expected to fall to just one over the next 5 years according to the Chief Executive of Australia Post. Ben Lee
Tree Climb for North
My son and I love Tree Climb Adventure Park in Adelaide city so we are really pleased to hear that Salisbury Council has approved an adventure park of trees and high ropes for Harry Bowey Reserve along the Little Para River. Can’t wait. Eric and Jake, Paralowie
Lawsuit for late start
Don’t you hate going to a concert that advertises a start at 8pm and the feature star doesn’t come on stage for hours. I was at Madonna’s Brisbane show in 2016 when she didn’t appear till 11.20pm. Now, American fans are fedup. They are taking legal action against Madonna, her promoter and the venue operator for her 2023 concert. The performance in New York was advertised for 8.30pm but Madonna didn’t appear until after 10.45pm and didn’t finish till 1am. The lawsuit states ‘deceptive trade practices’. The same thing happened here in Adelaide at the Tom Jones concert in April. The ticket said 7pm. They didn’t open the gates till 8pm and Tom Jones did not appear until 9.45pm. Hope they win the case in USA and it sets a precedent. Luke Girinch, Adelaide
Increase in flights from Parafield
In the April edition of Northern Living I read where the General Manager of Parafield Airport was enthusiastic about the increase in flights from Parafield as if everything will be tick-a-boo. He mentions electric-hybrid planes; but stop, this will increase movement to 17% by 2031. He conveniently forgot to mention the number of us who live in and around the airport who have to put up with the constant noise and pollution for around 16 hours EVERY day of the week. Sadly, no-one seems to care. Please do not ask me or others to move as financially that is not possible. Kay Nash, Salisbury
Bombarded by charity calls
My landline is being hammered by calls from charities. My phone number is on the DO NOT CALL Register but this does not apply to charities. I have complained to my phone company, to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission (ACNC), and the Fundraising Institute of Australia (FIA). Everybody is very understanding but it seems there is little they can do. Does any reader have advice on how to stop these unsolicited and annoying calls? Shanelle Phillips
Cost of SA Voice
Further to the questions about the budget for a South Australian Voice To Parliament raised in last month’s Community Conversations, the answer is $10.3 million over 4 years. Members to the SA Voice will receive stipends of $3,000 to $18,000, sitting fees of $206 per meeting plus a travel, accommodation and meal allowance, as well as $1000 each for a laptop. Ben Hood, Opposition Spokesman
Compulsory voting for council
Changes are needed to better connect people to their local council. At present the turnout for council elections is very low. I believe that mandatory voting will create a more inclusive representative system. Councils and councillors will be more accountable and better known to the people who elect them. I would also like to see a limit on a councillor’s/mayor’s terms of office. Jade Beverage, Salisbury resident
Bringing life to
the library
Thanks Mawson Lakes Library for a great night of entertainment with author Victoria Purman who gave an engaging and humorous talk about her books to a large audience. It’s good to see the library come to life like this. Jenny, Modbury
Editor’s note - Thanks Jenny for your comment. Yes, things are happening in the library to activate the space. A silent book reading club has started on Tuesday afternoons. And from next month, guest speakers have been invited to give a talk on who they are and what they do and how it’s relevant to you. See next column.
MAYGER
UPCOMING COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS LIVE
Join us for Community Conversations LIVE, presented by Northern Living Magazine and Mawson Lakes Library, a monthly program that brings people together for engaging discussions on a variety of topics such as art, music, history, and community issues. Each session will feature a guest speaker sharing their knowledge and insights.
Held on the third Thursday of every month from 2pm to 3pm, this free program is perfect for individuals who enjoy good conversation. Have a cup of tea or coffee while participating in the discussion. The program will be published in the July issue. For information contact Mawson Lakes Library on 8302 5555.
HOUSE CLEANING
“Along with their courteousness, they are
SUSTAINABLE BIN by OLIVER Jacquier
Each year the City of Salisbury hosts the Watershed Creative Prize, inviting creatives to submit artworks that best capture what sustainability means to them.
For the last 10 years, Northern Living magazine has carefully selected an Editor’s Choice Award winner to publish on the cover.
This year we have chosen Sustainable Bin by 9 year old Oliver Jacquier from Brahma Lodge (pictured).
When asked what sustainability means to him, Oliver says “The environment is good to everyone so we need to be good to the environment and look after it. The more we recycle the cleaner our earth will be.”
Oliver’s piece highlights the message that sustainability starts at home and importantly, in educating our young people.
Your yellow-lid bin is for recycling glass bottles and jars, plastic containers with the lids removed, steel and aluminium cans, milk and juice cartons, paper and cardboard.
‘Contented Seagull’ with a potato chip by Ints Pukitis
The exhibition is open at the Salisbury Community Hub until 10 June.
Northern Living Editor Linda Vining and Publisher Nicole Aspinall with the winner of the Editor’s Choice Award Oliver Jacquier
Artist Dawn Anderson and husband Graham. Dawn says she draws her
Carol Scholich and daughters Jessica and Rachel with Carol’s Mayor’s Award Winning piece, ‘Thirsty Koala’.
General Manager of Crowne Plaza Mawson Lakes Faisal Sayed and Director of Sales and Marketing
Amy Davis were selecting artworks for the new hotel.
Rachel Scholich’s entry ‘Uncle Jack Charles’. She also entered a 3D sculpture ‘The Shark’ and sister Jessica painted ‘A moment to remember- Ferguson Gorge’
In May the winners of the 2024 Watershed Creative Prize were announced at Salisbury Community Hub. Northern Living was there to enjoy the gala event.
Artist Jo Bertram with Cheryl Fuller
Art Historian Andrew Turley with Rachael Ash admired the creative range of reused materials displayed in the exhibition.
1 Suddenly (3,2,4)
8 On time (8)
9 Rich soil-like deposit used for fuel or gardening (4)
10 Cattle (4)
11 Slavery (7)
13 Attractive, scenic (11)
15 Ageing (7)
17 Hairless (4)
20 Boast (4)
21 Disquiet (8)
22 In a state of ignorance (2,3,4)
2 Succinct, terse (7)
3 Genus of flowering plant (4)
4 Observer, spectator (8)
5 Roman god of love (5)
Solution No. 1,491
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4 Observer, spectator (8)
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5 Roman god of love (5)
6 Narrow bed (4)
7 Bargain over a price (6)
12 Leave, suspension from work (8)
13 Very small, meagre (6)
14 Accommodate, lodge (7)
16 Urge, encourage (3,2)
18 Aromatic herb (4)
19 Second-hand (4)
2024-2025 FEDERAL BUDGET
The Australian Government’s Federal Budget 2024-25 focuses on balancing cost of living relief with avoiding inflation.
Key initiatives include:
Future Made in Australia:
$22.7 billion investment to make Australia a renewable energy superpower, emphasizing low carbon fuels, renewable hydrogen and green metals with tax incentives.
Instant Asset Write Off for Businesses:
Extension of the $20,000 instant asset write-off scheme for small businesses until June 30, 2025.
HELP Debt Indexation Cap:
Indexation rates for HELP debts will decrease, lowering the outstanding HELP loans for individuals.
Superannuation on Paid Parental Leave:
Starting July 1, 2025, superannuation will be paid on paid parental leave, benefiting approximately 180,000 families.
Stage 3 Personal Income Tax Cuts:
Revised tax rates for different income thresholds starting in the 2024-25 financial year.
Increase to Contribution Caps:
From July 1, 2024, concessional contributions cap increases to $30,000 and non-concessional contributions cap to $120,000.
Superannuation Guarantee Increase:
The rate will rise to 11.5% in July 2024 and 12% in July 2025.
Energy Bill Decrease:
A $300 energy bill rebate for households and a $325 rebate for eligible businesses.
ATO Compliance Programs:
Extension of funding for tax compliance programs, focusing on overclaimed deductions and false income reporting.
Commonwealth Rent Assistance Increase:
A 10% increase in CRA maximum rates starting September 20, 2024, to help with rental affordability.
Cheaper medicines:
A one-year freeze on the maximum Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) patient co-payment for everyone with a Medicare card and a five-year freeze for pensioners and other concession cardholders.
Individuals will start to see an increase in their take-home pay from July 2024.
Other notable measures include:
Financial support for victims of violence, improvements to the Administrative Review Tribunal, and a National Firearms Register.
Investment renewable energy industries, water infrastructure, support for farmers, native title record preservation, military enhancements, veterans’ compensation reform, Digital ID system development, medical research funding, disaster preparedness, and AI technology adoption.
For more detailed information relating to your own circumstances, visit the official website at budget.gov.au
JUNE IS KEEPING YOUR Health ON TRACK MONTH 2024
With winter coming on, colds and flu season, as well as our regular aches and pains, now is the perfect time to focus on YOUR health and wellbeing.
The Salisbury Business Association is once again hosting the annual FREE Salisbury Community Health Expo to promote wellbeing and to provide a ONE-STOPSHOP of medical and allied health providers across the Salisbury City Centre and the City of Salisbury.
There will be groups from Aged Care, Dental, Hearing, Immunisation, Continence Management, Medical, Mental Health, Men’s and Women’s Health, Nutrition, Optometry,
Pharmacy, Physio, Sexual Health, Child and Youth Health and more.
Salisbury Community Health Expo… Keeping your Health on Track!
THURSDAY 20TH JUNE
10am – 1pm
Salisbury Community Hub, 34 Church Street, SALISBURY
Come along, bring all of your questions and chat with professionals who can give you quality free advice.
The Salisbury Community Health Expo is sponsored by the Salisbury Business Association and the City of Salisbury and supported by the Salisbury City Centre Medical and Allied Health Services.
Northern Living magazine is also putting the focus on health and wellbeing this month with professional health advice and tips for improved wellbeing on the following pages.
LIFESTYLE SWAPS
For better overall wellbeing and mental health, try swapping some bad habits for mindful ones.
DRIVING
WALKING OR CYCLING
READING A BOOK
SOCIAL MEDIA
PUZZLES, GAMES OR JOURNALLING
STAY HYDRATED THE KEY TO HEALTH
Water is essential for life, playing a crucial role in every bodily function. Yet, many of us don’t drink enough water. Understanding the importance of hydration and adopting simple tips can enhance your health and wellbeing.
WHY WATER MATTERS
Vital for Bodily Functions: Water aids digestion, nutrient absorption, circulation, temperature regulation, joint lubrication and waste removal.
Enhances Physical Performance: Dehydration reduces endurance and increases fatigue during exercise.
Boosts Cognitive Function: Proper hydration improves concentration and cognitive function.
Improves Skin Health: Hydrated skin is more elastic and has a healthier glow.
TIPS FOR STAYING HYDRATED
Carry a Reusable Water Bottle: Keep it within reach to encourage regular sipping.
Set Reminders: Use apps or alarms to remind yourself to drink water.
Infuse Your Water: Add slices of lemon, cucumber, or mint for flavor.
Eat Water-Rich Foods: Include fruits and vegetables like cucumbers and watermelon in your diet.
Start and End Your Day with Water: Drink a glass in the morning and before bed.
Track Your Intake: Use a journal or app to monitor your daily water consumption.
Staying hydrated is crucial for optimal health. By recognizing the importance of water and using simple strategies, you can improve your physical and mental wellbeing. Grab your water bottle and start hydrating!
COMFORT, CARE AND SAFETY
These are our crowning values at Dental on Metro and have been since we opened in December 2011.
COMFORT in our caring approach and time provided to listen to your needs, goals and aspirations with respect to your smile.
CARE offered with modern equipment and caring staff, and being available to our clients if and when you need us.
SAFETY in our compliance with the highest industry standards and staying abreast of developments in our field.
Dental on Metro accept all dental extra’s cover, we also welcome all forms from the SA Dental Service, we bulk bill the Medicare Child Dental Benefits Scheme and also welcome Veterans Affairs card holders.
Contact us on 8260 1007 to talk to our friendly team, your first check and clean with us (including x-rays) is gap free with any valid dental extra’s cover*.
* For terms please see dentalonmetro.com.au/contact/gap-free/
HEALTHY FOOD SWAPS
Want to be healthier? Ditch the junk food for these dietitian-approved healthier alternatives.
Caring for Your Feet with
Mardi Edwards
Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Ingrown toenail problems range from a minor inconvenience to extremely painful. In the past, nail surgery was the primary permanent solution for the treatment of ingrown toenails. We now have a 100% painless way to manage ingrown nails using a product called Bracenfix – an innovative nail bracing system that is revolutionising podiatry care, and now being used at Mawson Lakes Podiatry Clinic.
Bracenfix is a non surgical and painless alternative for the treatment of ingrown nails and nail deformities. It is safe, simple and cost effective. No anaesthetic is required, no recovery time needed, allows return to normal daily activities and use of existing footwear.
Ingrown nails can be excruciating and may lead to infection if left untreated. Nail deformities and curvature can cause significant discomfort and aesthetic concerns.
Bracenfix gently corrects the nail’s curvature, reducing pressure on the surrounding skin, and promoting proper growth.
The brace is applied to the base of the nail and helps to gently realign the nail as it grows.
If you have ingrowing or deformed toe nails and are interested in a non surgical option then Bracenfix may be a suitable alternative to improve the comfort, appearance and health of your nails.
Call Mawson Lakes Podiatry Clinic for an appointment on 82629999 or book online at mawsonlakespodiatryclinic.com.au
AVOCADO
Monday to Friday 9am-7pm and Saturday 9am-1pm www.vets4pets.com.au
BOOK Review by
Linda Vining
HOPE by Rosie Batty
Here to serve our community. Please contact me if you require any assistance with any council matters.
Ph: 8406 8222
M @Beau4WestWard bbrug@salisbury.sa.gov.au 31 Main Street, Mawson Lakes
A story about confronting grief, becoming an accidental hero and reclaiming hope.
It is ten years since Rosie Batty’s 11-yearold son Luke was murdered by his father during cricket practice in an horrific act of revenge and violence that shocked Australia.
Rosie instantly became “the person no one wants to be: the mother who has suffered the insufferable.”
The morning after the trauma, Rosie stood before the media. Her powerful and gutwrenching words about family violence catapulted her into the spotlight. From that day on, Rosie Batty campaigned tirelessly to protect women and children.
Rosie’s remarkable efforts were recognised when she became the 2015 Australian of the Year. She says that advocacy gave her purpose, but that “the very thing that keeps me going is the thing that causes me grief.”
In HOPE, Batty explores her complex relationship with advocacy, including the physical and emotional toll of her appointment as Australian of the Year, and her unresolved sorrow in 2018 at the closure of the Foundation she started in Luke’s name.
With honesty, she reveals the psychological cost of dealing with political and media manoeuvring, the relentless online bullying and the vile and vicious trolling. And finally in this memoir full of photographs, Rosie, now aged 62, talks of resilience and solace and where she finds it.
Published in 2024, I borrowed a copy from the Salisbury Library. ED
SALISBURY LIBRARY SERVICE
The City of Salisbury offers library services across five branches, each with a range of resources, events and programs for the Salisbury community.
Membership is free to residents of South Australia when proof of name, residential address and signature is shown.
A variety of books, DVDs, CDs, software, magazines, games, sports equipment, audiobooks and toys are available to borrow and a range of online resources can be accessed.
For more information contact library administration on 8406 8311 or email library@salisbury.sa.gov.au
OPENING HOURS
BURTON COMMUNITY HUB LIBRARY
Waterloo Corner Road, Burton
P: 8406 8489 E: library@salisbury.sa.gov.au
OPENING HOURS
Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Closed on public holidays
INGLE FARM LIBRARY
Beovich Road, Ingle Farm
P: 8406 8595 E: library@salisbury.sa.gov.au
OPENING HOURS
Monday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday Closed
Closed on public holidays
MAWSON LAKES LIBRARY
2-8 Main Street, Mawson Lakes
P: 8302 5555 E: library@salisbury.sa.gov.au
OPENING HOURS
Monday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Closed on public holidays
PARA HILLS COMMUNITY HUB LIBRARY
22 Wilkinson Rd, Para Hills
P: 8406 8530 E: library@salisbury.sa.gov.au
OPENING HOURS
Monday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED
Closed public holidays
SALISBURY COMMUNITY HUB
34 Church Street, Salisbury P: 8406 8222 E: city@salisbury.sa.gov.au
OPENING HOURS
Monday 8:30 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Closed on public holidays
KIDS PUZZLE PAGE
SPOT 5 DIFFERENCES
SUSTAINABILITY WORD SEARCH PUZZLE
SUSTAINABILITY CROSSWORD PUZZLE
SUDOKU
The goal is to fill a 9x9 grid with numbers so that each row, column and 3x3 section contains all of the digits between 1 and 9.
healthy winter warmer
CHICKEN SOUP slow cooker
INGREDIENTS
500g boneless skinless chicken thighs
salt and black pepper
2 cups cubed potato
1 cup diced celery
1 large carrot diced
½ medium onion diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh thyme or ¼ tsp dried thyme
6 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
METHOD
1. Place chicken in the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Add potatoes, celery, carrots, onion, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, and chicken broth.
2. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours.
3. Transfer chicken to a plate and shred with two forks, then stir back into the soup.
4. Remove the bay leaf. Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
Speedy crossword
POLARIS BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
Innovation House, Park Way, Mawson Lakes
The Polaris Business Development Centre with core support from the City of Salisbury, is a dynamic hub designed to support entrepreneurs, inspire innovation, and grow businesses.
Across
1 Bring bad luck to (4)
3 Roofed platform (8)
8 Capital of Latvia (4)
9 Detritus, debris (8)
11 Annoying, vexatious (10)
14 Indifference (6)
The City of Salisbury’s Strategic Urban Planning Team and the Economic Development Team are colocated at the Polaris Centre and collectively form the City Shaping Division.
Lakes, the Polaris Team works with anyone interested in the idea of a business (intenders), start-ups, micro, small, medium and large-sized businesses helping them change their lives as they bring their business visions into reality.
15 Hymn of praise in the Catholic mass (6)
17 Excluded, shunned (10)
20 Honour, acclaim (8)
21 Self-satisfied (4)
This strategic arrangement reflects the City of Salisbury’s commitment to advancing economic activity in the area, which creates a more progressive, sustainable and connected community for all.
22 Abundance (8)
23 Soon (4) Down
1 Large wine bottle (8)
2 Last drink of the evening (8)
4 Exit (6)
Located at Innovation House, Technology Park in Mawson
5 Henchman (10)
SOLUTION page 8
Just as Polaris – the North Star guided sailors with their navigation of the seas, the Polaris Centre is a guiding star for business people in Northern Adelaide and now Greater Adelaide as a proud delivery partner with the Office for Small and Family Business.
