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MAGAZINES
FEATURE STORIES
NEW HEAD OF DEFENCE SA
Local man Matt Opie appointed the new Chief Executive of Defence SA
EDUCATION FEATURE
Three-year-old preschool to lead early years reform
EMPATHY STARTS EARLY
Five Australian picture books that celebrate diversity
highly anticipated Salisbury Aquatic Centre on Waterloo Corner Road officially opened its doors to the community on Monday 24 June. Read about it on page 7.
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
Strange endearment
Since coming to Australia I notice that Australians tend to add an ie to common words like dog/doggie, taxi/cabbie, tradesman/tradie. Even the word Aussie. I think it’s an expression of endearment. Strange! Nagi Maheshi
Clean up the gallery
I don’t take my kids to the art gallery of SA anymore - not since the “hanging horse” and now the highly offensive and rude statues. Francis Deiten
Extend the rail
In response to the comments calling for an extension of the rail line north— it’s time. With 20,000 homes projected to be built at Roseworthy we need better transport options than cars clogging up the roads. Frank Whiting
Finding a street
Finding a street in Adelaide is very difficult when street signs are non-existent or non consistent. I come from Sydney where street names are clearly visible on every corner. Councils in SA need to do an inspection of street names and develop a consistent policy, with funding for maintenance. S Frahm, Martins Road
New scams
An email a few days ago informed me that a parcel could not be delivered, with the instruction to ‘click here for details on how to collect your parcel’. I quizzed myself — couldn’t remember ordering any goods online. Was someone sending me a present? What could it be? Fortunately I didn’t respond, instead I decided to wait and see. Then I read a report from Australia Post that people are receiving fake shipping and package delivery scams. The report listed other scams including messages about overdue bills or tolls, winning a prize or holiday, fake purchases, unpaid taxes, banking and telecommunication issues. Be wary who you respond to. Gary, Mawson Lakes
Poor location kills Foodland
It’s not surprising that Foodland Mawson Lakes has closed down after seven years. The store was in a ghostly location with no street frontage and a dark underground parking area. Customer service was poor and food was not always fresh. The store did not advertise and many people did not even know Foodland was there.
Pam and Joel, Mawson Lakes
YOUR LOCAL COUNCILLOR
BEAU BRUG JP
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
Community Connection
When we were visiting Adelaide in June we were given a copy of Northern Living as an example of an outstanding community magazine. We were impressed by its positive vibe, the garbage bin cover on sustainability and associated photographs, the book review, the advice from a podiatrist, the summary of the budget. Even had a page for kids. The numerous contributions in Community Conversations shows just how engaged the local community is. Had to laugh at the electron joke by the 12 year old. Yes, a remarkable publication. Richard and Linden Barnes, Pymble, NSW
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Live UPCOMING COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
DATES: Third Thursday of the month
TIME: 2pm
PLACE: Mawson Lakes Library, 2 Main Street, Mawson Lakes
ENQUIRIES: Library 8302 5555
REGISTRATION:
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The monthly program presented by Northern Living magazine and Mawson Lakes Library is designed to bring people together for FREE interaction and engaging discussions on a variety of topics. Each session will feature a guest speaker sharing their knowledge with time for audience participation.
THURSDAY 18 JULY 2-3PM
COLOUR YOUR SACRED CIRCLE
with Roshni Ramesh
Mandala is a symbol that represents the universal cycles of life, of our connection with nature, our connection to each other, to the universe and the divine. Mandalas are tools to promote well-being and relaxation. In this session you will colour your own mandala design in the form of a coaster. Adults only event.
THURSDAY 15 AUGUST 2-3PM
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT USING TOY DOGS
with Lisa McArthur-Collins
How can soft cuddly toy dogs help calm children with neurodivergent conditions, or adults who are going through difficult times? Lisa is an author and illustrator of children’s books. Come and cuddle an emotional support toy dog. Children welcome.
THURSDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 2-3PM
EASY FLUID ART
with Coralie Loftes
Anyone can be an artist following Coralie’s contemporary acrylic fluid art. No special artistic skills are required for this form of self expression which is a doorway to open a connection with others. Coralie has won 5 international art awards and has exhibited in Spain, Milan and America. She runs workshops in Salisbury. Adults only event.
SALISBURY AQUATIC CENTRE OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY!
The highly anticipated Salisbury Aquatic Centre on Waterloo Corner Road officially opened its doors to the community on Monday 24 June.
The Centre unveiled its year-round indoor features including a comprehensive Health Club, 4-lane lap pool, program pool, and café offering barista coffee and healthy meal and snack options.
From October, summer season visitors will be able to enjoy the 8-lane, 50-metre outdoor pool with a shaded area, a large splash pad and water play area complete with tipping bucket and three junior water slides, a 10-metre high triple waterslide tower, and a lawned picnic area with outdoor kiosk.
The Centre was intentionally designed with convenient and inclusive features to suit a range of accessibility requirements and meet the needs of the City’s diverse community.
These include heating and access ramps in all pools, secure locker storage, a hearing loop for visitors with hearing aids, and ample bathroom facilities, including a family change room and a Changing Places facility.
Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM said of the project, ‘The City of Salisbury is thrilled to unveil the brand-new Salisbury Aquatic Centre. With modern features catering to everyone, it stands as a symbol of progress, inclusivity, and vitality.’
The $30 million Centre, built by Mossop Construction + Interiors, was co-funded by the City of Salisbury and the Government of South Australia’s Local Government Infrastructure Partnership Program, inclusive of $1.5M from the Australian Government Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program for entrance road and car park development. The on-site construction lasted approximately 20 months, with an average of 673 skilled workers on site monthly.
The Centre will be run by expert leisure facility management company, BlueFit, who have opened enrolments to their Learn to Swim program on the Salisbury Aquatic Centre website at www.salisburyaquaticcentre.com.au.
Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 5.30am to 9pm, and Saturday to Sunday from 7am to 6pm.
NEW HEAD OF DEFENCE SA
Salisbury can be proud of the new head of Defence SA who attended Salisbury High School. Matt Opie has always been a military man and in April he was appointed to the top job as the new chief executive of Defence SA.
A life in the military for 13 years serving in Australia and around the world, followed by 25 years working with BAE at Edinburgh on defence communication and electronic warfare projects built his career over 35 years. He worked at SAAB and then moved to University of SA where he was the first director of defence and space.
Now 58, Matt's experiences in military, industry and academia has him well placed to help steer the state’s shipbuilding projects of Colins Class submarines and Hunter Class frigates and the future construction of nuclearpowered submarines under the AUKUS agreement. He has a science degree that includes nuclear physics.
One of Matt's roles is to promotes SA Defence industries around the world.
“South Australia is such a strong brand. While we have only 7 percent of the nation's population we have approximately 30 per cent of the nation's defence industry,” he said.
SA employs seven of the world’s top 10 defence companies, many of them located in Salisbury and Mawson Lakes Technology Park, including SAAB Australia, BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, General Dynamics Land Systems Australia, the RAAF Base Edinburgh and Defence Science and Technology Group.
Business is also well supported through the University of South Australia – Mawson Lakes Campus which has leading R&D Institutes and centres including the Future Industries Institute, Institute for Telecommunications Research, Advanced Computing Research Centre, and the Defence and Systems Institute.
Kongsberg Defence Industries has just opened its Australian manufacturing headquarters in Technology Park at a cost of $25 million.
With a supportive business environment, a strong defence presence and a vibrant research and development focus, South Australia is regarded as Australia's Defence State.
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leather (7)
16 From an ancient Greek region - kind of bond in chemistry (5)
18 Triumphed - Asian currency (3)
19 Filled puff pastry case (3-2-4)
20 Rowdy (7)
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4 Musical work (4)
5 Eponymous Daniel Defoe protagonist (4,8)
6 Royal house of Scotland and Britain (6)
8 Become afraid (3,3,4,2)
14 Wickedness (8)
15 Recompense (6)
17 Sailing vessel - knife, maybe (6)
19 Early stringed instrument (4)
HOUSE CLEANING
21 Discernment (5) Down
1 Hits hard (6)
2 City on Kyushu (8)
3 Shake hands with voters (5,3,5)
THREE-YEAR-OLD PRESCHOOL TO LEAD EARLY YEARS REFORM
The State Government will invest $715 million over five years to implement universal 3-yearold preschool and other key recommendations from the Royal Commission into Early Childhood Education and Care.
This investment, announced as part of the State Government’s Budget 2024-25, is part of a total investment of $1.9 billion over the period to 2032-33.
The rollout of 3-year-old preschool will begin in 2026, with the 2024-25 Budget delivering funding to build the workforce and infrastructure needed as quickly as possible.
The investment includes:
• $339.7 million over five years to deliver universal 3-year-old preschool in government and non-government settings, including long day care centres
• $127.3 million over four years to provide 30 hours per week of preschool to 3 and 4-yearold children at greatest risk of developmental vulnerability.
• $96.6 million over four years to grow and support the early childhood workforce and provide support for quality teaching and learning in preparation for universal 3-yearold preschool delivery.
• $30.6 million over four years to align the support offered through 4-year-old preschool with enhanced supports being developed for 3-year-old preschool.
• $14 million over four years to partner with Aboriginal communities to increase the benefits Aboriginal children receive from 3-year-old preschool, and invest in early childhood and care provided by Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
From 2026, the State Government will partner with long day care providers across the state who meet quality and workforce requirements to deliver 3-year-old preschool to children enrolled in their services.
Government and non-government preschools will also phase in the availability of 3-year-old preschool places between 2026 and 2032 based on location, starting in remote and regional communities.
The first two integrated hubs will be established in 2025 – one in Port Pirie and the other in the Adelaide’s northern suburbs. These two sites will act as a pilot, guiding the establishment of future hubs, and will offer parenting programs and children and family health services.
Families can visit earlychildhood.sa.gov.au to learn more about the roll-out of the 3-year-old program.
A new secondary school will also be built in Adelaide’s northern suburbs to support continued high population growth. The $155.3 million project will provide 1300 additional places for students from years 7 to 12.
$155.3 million has been allocated for the new high school in the northern suburbs – which is a key urban growth area – providing an additional capacity for 1300 places. The school is expected to commence operations in 2028.
CHANGING SCHOOLS IS A BIG DECISION HOW DO YOU KNOW IT’S THE RIGHT ONE?
ARTICLE BY GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Changing schools is a big decision for any family. It’s normal to feel a mix of excitement and worry about how this change will affect your child. But how do you know if it’s the right choice?
Consider their academic needs. Are they doing well at their current school, or do they need more support or challenges? Sometimes a different school can offer programs or teaching styles that better suit your child’s learning style.
What about their social environment? Are they happy and making friends at their current school, or have they been having problems? If there are ongoing issues like bullying or a lack of social connections, a new school might offer a fresh start in a more positive environment.
Family circumstances can play a big role. Maybe you’re moving to a new area, or your work situation has changed. These factors can make it necessary to find a school that fits better with your new location or schedule.
It’s important to talk with your child about the possibility of changing schools. How do they feel about it? Are they excited or nervous?
Listening to their thoughts and feelings can help you decide what is in their best interest.
If you’ve decided that changing schools is the right choice, the process involves several steps. Start by researching schools that match your child’s needs. Visit the schools, meet the principal and teachers, and get a feel for their community. This will help both you and your child feel more comfortable with the new environment. Most importantly, supporting your child through this transition is key. Talk about the change openly, answer their questions, and involve them in the process.
Visiting the new school together, meeting the teachers and taking advantage of the transition sessions can help reduce any worries your child might have.
Changing schools is a significant decision, but with careful thought and preparation it can lead to a positive and enriching experience for your child.
With limited places available in 2025, particularly in Year 5 and Year 6, Good Shepherd Lutheran School are committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive and dynamic environment where every child can flourish.
EMBRACE THE JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY AND MAKE YOUR MOVE TO ENDEAVOUR
happens, and we find ourselves in a situation where transferring schools during our senior years
The thought of leaving our comfort zone and starting fresh can be overwhelming, but with proper planning and execution,
experience so you can join our community with an open mind and a can-do attitude.
senior student, you will be respected as a young adult and secure in the knowledge
greater responsibility and have a broader extracurricular activities, student culture and not to forget our fabulous location in
We have a broad range of subject choices and our timetable is custom-built, putting your subject choices first.
But don't just take our word for it - why not come and explore and discover for yourself at our Open Twilight on Wednesday 7 August at 5:00pm. We have rare and limited places available in Years 10-12 so come and hear from our Principal and be taken on a tour by our students and see first-hand where the next chapter of your educational journey will begin.
Mr Richard Baird Principal, Endeavour College
FIVE SIGNS YOUR CHILD IS STRUGGLING AT SCHOOL AND HOW YOU CAN HELP
Article by Kip McGrath Insights Team
Most parents will experience push-back from their child about homework at some point. For some children however, arguments, avoidance, and aggression around homework time can be a sign they are struggling to keep up or adopt new concepts at school. You can help your child with early intervention by actively observing these key signs:
1. INABILITY TO DISCUSS SCHOOL
If your child is showing signs of discomfort when asked about schoolwork, this should be cause for concern. Children find it uncomfortable talking about why they struggle at school and will avoid it at any cost. Instead of creating a communication block by asking this specific question, try to encourage open dialogue by using softer questions about their day. By actively listening and making them comfortable you will gain a lot more knowledge about your child.
2. UNEXPLAINED CHANGE IN BEHAVIOUR
While your child is still learning how to manage emotions and develop self-control, it is important to keep an eye on when emotional or behavioural flare ups occur. Regular, inexplicable changes in mood around school related activities are a red flag. For example, your child may have been an independent learner then suddenly becomes increasingly needy about homework, or perhaps your child has always been accepting of homework then becomes increasingly angry at homework time. These are signs he or she could be overwhelmed.
3. TAKING EXCESSIVE
AMOUNTS OF TIME TO COMPLETE HOMEWORK
If your child has been prescribed 15 minutes of homework each night but is taking 60 minutes to complete the tasks, this could be
an indication they are struggling with the work. Speak to your teacher to confirm your instincts or contact a tutoring service such as Kip McGrath for a free assessment to help your child catch up and keep up in class.
4. MISBEHAVING AT SCHOOL
The same way gifted children can begin to misbehave in class in response to an understimulating curriculum, children may also have a similar response to being overwhelmed by the curriculum. Children may find it difficult to admit they are uncomfortable with the workload in front of them, especially when they see their classmates coping, and are likely to react with frustration, anger, or emotional outbursts. If your child is usually well-behaved and has been recently acting out in class, it is important to discuss their behaviour with the teacher rather than ignore that it is happening.
5. LOW GRADES OR TEACHER CONCERN
While it may seem obvious, some parents avoid confirming the evidence provided to them that their child is struggling in class. Unfortunately, falling behind in class has a compounding effect; the longer it takes for a parent to take action, the harder it becomes for the child to catch up with his or her peers. Instead, parents are encouraged to seek advice from their teacher at the first signs of a learning struggle.
If your child is presenting with frustration at homework time, changes in behaviour, avoidance about schoolwork, or even admits they simply “don’t get it”, take action by reaching out to Kip McGrath for a free assessment and a snapshot of your child’s progress in class.
www.kipmcgrath.com.au
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GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR DENTAL EXTRAS COVER
It is worthwhile to get to know your dental extras cover. Some policies provide General Cover – which refers to basic services like check-ups, regular cleans and fillings, other policies also provided Major Cover which includes root canal treatment, crowns, bridges, ceramics and implants.
Pretty well all policies have a maximum claiming limit in a Calendar year (fewer insurances are based on a financial year).
Some policies have individual limits attached to general and major items, others have a single limit for major and general combined.
The premiums are highly variable and generally are in proportion to size of the annual claiming limits and the percentage rebate provided on claimed items.
There is always discretion for the Dentist to waive or significantly reduce the ‘gap’ (the difference between the percentage payout and the full fee).
Discounts on the gap is a standard practice at Dental on Metro. For your first check and clean (including x-rays) we waive the gap completely regardless of which dental extras cover you have.
FEATURE STORY
EMPATHY STARTS EARLY
Five Australian picture books that celebrate DIVERSITY
Early exposure to diverse story characters, including in ethnicity, gender and ability, helps young people develop a strong sense of identity and belonging. It is also crucial in cultivating compassion towards others.
Children from minority backgrounds rarely see themselves reflected in the books they’re exposed to. Research over the past two decades shows the world presented in children’s books is overwhelmingly white, male and middle class.
A 2020 study in Australian childcare centres showed only 18% of books available included non-white characters. Animal characters made up around half the books available and largely led “human” lives, adhering to the values of middle-class Caucasians.
The Australian Educational Researchers recent investigation into award-winning and shortlisted picture books, looked at diversity in representations of Indigenous Australians, linguistically and culturally diverse characters, characters from regional or rural Australia, gender, sex and sexually diverse characters, and characters with a disability.
From these, they compiled a list of recommended picture books that depict each of these five aspects of diversity. All are available at your local library.
ABORIGINAL TORRES
STRAIT
ISLANDER CHARACTERS
Tom Tom, by Rosemary Sullivan and Dee Huxley (2010) depicts the daily life of a young Aboriginal boy in a fictional community — Lemonade Springs. The landscape, in many ways, resembles the Top End of Australia.
spends the night at Granny May’s. At preschool, he enjoys painting. Through this picture book, non-Indigenous readers will have a glimpse of the intimate relationship between people and nature and how, in Lemonade Springs, a whole village comes together to raise a child.
Tom’s 22 cousins and other relatives call him Tom Tom. His day starts with a swim with cousins in the waters of Lemonade Springs, which is covered with budding and blossoming water lilies. The children swing on paperbark branches and splash into the water. Tom Tom walks to Granny Annie’s for lunch and
CHARACTERS FROM OTHER CULTURES
That’s not a daffodil! by Elizabeth Honey (2012) is a story about a young boy’s relationship with his neighbour, Mr Yilmaz, who comes from Turkey. Together, Tom and Mr Yilmaz plant, nurture and watch a seed grow into a beautiful daffodil.
The author uses the last page of the book to explain that, in Turkish, Mr Yilmaz’s name does not have a dotted “i”, as in the English alphabet, and his name should be pronounced “Yuhlmuz”.
While non-white characters, Mr Yilmaz and his grandchildren, only play supporting roles in the story, the book nevertheless captures the reality of our everyday encounters with neighbours from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
CHARACTERS FROM RURAL AUSTRALIA
All I Want for Christmas is Rain by Cori Brooke and Megan Forward (2017), depicts scenery and characters from regional or rural Australia. The story centres on a little girl’s experience of severe drought on the farm.
GENDER NONCONFORMING CHARACTERS
Granny Grommet and Me by Dianne Wolfer and Karen Blair (2014), is full of beautiful illustrations of the Australian beach and surfing grannies.
Told from the first-person point of view, it documents the narrator’s experiences of going snorkelling, surfing and rockpool swimming with granny and her grommet (amateur surfer) friends.
of assigning gender). This genderneutral representation of the character does not reduce the pleasure of reading this book and it shows we can minimise attributes that symbolise stereotypes such as clothing, other accessories and naming.
CHARACTERS LIVING WITH A DISABILITY
In terms of diversity, it is equally important to meet children living in remote and regional areas as it is to see children’s lives in the city.
In an age of parents’ increasing concern about gender stereotyping (blue for boy, pink for girl) of story characters in popular culture, Granny Grommet and Me’s representation of its main character “Me” is uniquely free from such bias. The main character wears a black wetsuit and a white sunhat and is not named in the book (a potential means
Boy by Phil Cummings and Shane Devries (2018) is a story about a boy who is Deaf. He uses sign language to communicate but people who live in the same village rarely understand him. That is, until he steps into the middle of a war between the king and the dragon that frightens the villagers. He resolves the conflict using his unique communication style and the villagers resolve to learn to communicate better with him by learning his language.
KIDS winter PUZZLE PAGES
rainy maze
spot the differences
There are 8 differences in these two pictures. Circle them as you find them.
In this zigzag word search puzzle, words go left, right, up and down. They can also bend at a right angle but cannot go diagonally.
There are no unused letters in the grid and every letter is used only once. Solutions are on page 22.
book review
BY LINDA VINING
MINE IS THE KINGDOM
by David Hardaker
An investigation into the rise and fall of Brian Houston and the Hillsong Church.
When you think of a church you picture pews and preachers, traditional hymns and aging congregations. Not so the Hillsong Church. In early 2000 this was a huge phenomenon that attracted thousand of worshippers and made its preachers staggeringly rich. How did this happen?
When I lived in Sydney I went to the Hillsong Pentecostal Church to see what all the excitement was about. Brian Houston and his wife Bobby put on a US-style evangelical show more like a rock concert with marvelous upbeat music and loud motivating sermons.
While most churches were languishing, Hillsong was a megachurch attracting thousands. Their performances were joyful entertainment and the audience was a drawcard for youth and aspirational Australians — even the prime minister Scott Morrison.
But, just as Houston’s kingdom was at the very height of its powers it drastically fell apart. What caused its demise in 2023?
This is a riveting story about the dirty secrets kept by the church, the greed that flourished, its incestuous management style and how the whistleblowers killed it off. A factual, fast-moving story by an investigative journalist - taut and terrific.
Published in 2024. I borrowed my copy from the Salisbury Library Network.
PASTRY SCROLLSlunch box
So cheap and easy and super versatile, these puff pastry scrolls are a great lunchbox alternative to sandwiches.
INGREDIENTS
Puff Pastry, Sauce/s and Topping/s of choice
METHOD
1. Spread sauce over defrosted puff pastry sheets and sprinkle toppings evenly.
2. Roll up, slice and bake on pre-heated sheets at 180 degrees for 20 minutes, turning once.
TOPPING IDEAS
• Tomato or BBQ sauce and ham, bacon or salami with grated cheese
• Vegemite and cheddar cheese
• Basil pesto, sun dried tomato, spinach and feta or parmesan cheese
• Nutella/peanut butter and berry jam
• Apple sauce, cinnamon and crushed nuts
Sudoku - Easy Set 2 Puzzle 1
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.
Solve each Sudoku puzzle!
Caring for Your Feet with
Mardi Edwards
As a podiatrist I spend a considerable amount of time educating people on good footwear choices. Whilst shoes are a fashion accessory it is important to remember that they can have a considerable impact on foot comfort and general mobility and also your long term foot health.
Studies show that a 2.5cm (one inch) heel can increase the pressure under the ball of the foot by 22%. Increasing the heel height increases pressure and can contribute to such problems as bunions, hammertoes, Achilles tendon issues, stress fractures and callus and corn production. In addition to the potential foot problems, abnormal foot position caused by high heeled shoes can have flow on effects on general posture, hip and back alignment and function and alter walking patterns. When choosing a shoe there are some key points to consider;
• they need to fit correctly and be comfortable
• they need to be suitable for the intended activity. Heels are Ok for going out but not ideal for extended periods of walking and standing
• they need to accommodate for your foot shape and not cause pressure on any bony lumps and bumps
• adequate width for your foot and deep enough not to put pressure on toes. For footwear advice and any foot care questions call 8262 9999 for an appointment.
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YOUR AREA
If you have ever needed an item once for a project or event, or wanted to try an item before you bought it, you should check out the Salisbury Library Service’s LIBRARY OF THINGS!
THE LIBRARY OF THINGS COLLECTION:
Bakeware
Want to bake something fancy for an event or try a new recipe even if you don’t have the pan needed?
Check out the bakeware items available for loan.
Across 1 This is one? (4)
Mawson Lakes Library and Burton Community Hub
4 Deform (8)
Tools
Starting a project but missing that one tool, or wanting to experiment before investing? Check out the range of tools available for loan.
Ingle Farm Library
Toys
5 Person with no empathy or regard for others (9)
6 Snag (5)
8 Aesthetically pleasing (8)
Board Games
9 Snare - mouth (slang) (4)
Hosting a party or wanting to try a game before you buy it? There is a range of board games available for adults and children.
10 Way of dancing romantically or of tackling in rugby (5,2,5)
12 Grant (6)
14 Passion (6)
16 E.g. Chanel or Dior (7,5)
Tired of purchasing new toys constantly or want to ‘test drive’ on your child before purchasing? There is a range of toys available for loan.
7 Flat highland (7)
11 Fawning (9)
13 Instance (7)
15 Tennis format (7)
THE LAST LAUGH
17 H in the NATO alphabet (5)
18 Part of a written record (5)
21 Pose (for an artist) (3)
19 Expectorate (4)
Mawson Lakes Library
20 Protect from the cold (8)
22 Stop signal (3,5)
Sports Equipment
23 Tofu ingredient (4) Down
Trialling a new sport, or just looking for some fun equipment to play with for the weekend?
2 Song words (5)
3 Distinguished (7)
4 Yoga equipment (3)
Mawson Lakes Library
Para Hills Community Hub
Loan limits and shortened loan periods apply. These items cannot be reserved, and they must be returned to the library they were borrowed from.
