Brighton Community News October/November 2023

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Bridgewater Foreshore Park officially open Stage 2 of the Bridgewater Parkland was officially opened

by Federal Member for Lyons, Brian Mitchell, in late August.

The family-friendly park has since become a very popular community space with state-ofthe-art play equipment, gardens, tree plantings, BBQ shelter, toilets, picnic tables and bike racks. Material Institute and 24 Carrot Gardens shared a

delicious lunch for the opening event and the East Derwent Primary School Jordan River Learning Federation students participated in fun activities to learn about caring for our natural environment.

ter Plan. The park was made possible through the Community Development Grants Programme of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communication and the Arts.

Plans are currently underway to incorporate a pump track at the foreshore site in continuation of the Bridgewater Parkland Mas-

Brighton Council wishes to thank everyone who came along and contributed to the day’s celebrations.

Brighton’s Inspiring Future Leaders Our future is in safe hands with Centacare Evolve Housing currently working with 10 Inspiring Future Leaders in Brighton. Inspiring Future Leaders program participants have been engaging in a range of workshops to develop their project ideas including gaining accreditations and getting out and about in the community.

Inspiring Future Leaders is a leadership program run by Centacare Evolve Housing in the Brighton and Derwent Valley areas. The program supports and empowers local community members to recognise their own leadership potential and

gain confidence and skills in planning and delivering projects in community. The free 12-week program also offers the opportunity for participants to receive seed funding to bring their ideas into reality.

able to visit Brighton Council where they met with the new Community Development Officer, Kylie Murphy, to discuss some of the exciting priorities and opportunities in the community space.

On a recent field trip, the Inspiring Future Leaders participants visited the Botanical Institute’s ‘Beauty Bar’, the Jordan River Services Gagebrook Neighbourhood House, and met with Brooke from the kutalayna Collective. Each of these visits highlighted local people responsible for the success of community programs and events. The group were also

Along the way, the current participants had the opportunity to chat with past Inspiring Future Leaders participant, Kathy, who started the Hand Up Clothing Exchange with initial support and seed funding through Centacare Evolve Housing. Kathy was able to share insights into the successes and challenges she has faced when bringing her community project to life.

The Brighton Inspiring Future Leaders will finish their program in October with a presentation of their ideas and a graduation ceremony where opportunities for seed funding will be announced.

Centacare Evolve Housing would like to thank all services that hosted the group on their field trip as well as the Tasmanian Community Fund for their ongoing support of Inspiring Future Leaders.

In this issue: Garage Sale Trail | Community House Re­-opens | New TasTAFE Program

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Published by the Brighton Council.

It is distributed to households and businesses throughout the municipality.

Circulation: In excess of 9,000.

YOUR COUNCIL

Managing Editor: Angela Turvey

LEIGH GRAY (Mayor) Brighton 7030 Tel: 6268 0704 / 0488 390 115 cr.gray@brighton.tas.gov.au

Editorial and Advertising: Steph Williams Email: communitynews@brighton.tas.gov.au Published by: Brighton Council 1 Tivoli Road, Old Beach TAS 7017

BARBARA CURRAN (Deputy Mayor) Brighton 7030 Tel: 0417 612 868 cr.curran@brighton.tas.gov.au

2023 edition deadlines: December/January edition Stories and contributions: Friday 3 November Advertising material: Friday 10 November

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Brighton Council Meetings Meetings held at Council Offices, 1 Tivoli Rd, Old Beach Ordinary Council 17 October 2023 and 21 November 2023 Planning Authority 3 October 2023 and 7 November 2023 Finance Committee 3 October 2023 and 7 November 2023 Agendas can be viewed online four days prior to the meetings at: www.brighton.tas.gov.au admin@brighton.tas.gov.au www.brighton.tas.gov.au

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Greenthumbs gather for National Tree Day The Friends of Old Beach Foreshore had a great turnout for National Tree Day on Sunday 31 July. With the help of 24 volunteers and members of the Derwent Catchment Project, the group revegetated a foreshore area near Sun Valley Drive. With almost 90

plants in the ground, the group was packing up just as the rain came down – perfect timing to give the plants a good watering in!

Thanks to everyone who made the day such a success. A special shout out to the Old Beach Scouts who put in a sterling effort.

GREG IRONS Brighton 7030 Tel: 0424 333 360 cr.irons@brighton.tas.gov.au

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TENNILLE MURTAGH Bridgewater 7030 Tel: 0434 618 316 cr.murtagh@brighton.tas.gov.au

PHILIP OWEN Old Beach 7017 Tel: 6249 8575 / 0419 333 252 cr.owen@brighton.tas.gov.au

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All correspondence should be addressed to the General Manager, Brighton Council, 1 Tivoli Road, Old Beach 7017.

Immunisation Clinics 2023 Brighton Council provides FREE monthly immunisation clinics at the Brighton Civic Centre, 25 Green Point Road, Bridgewater from 2–3pm on these dates: Tuesday 3 October Tuesday 7 November Tuesday 5 December

For inquiries please call Brighton Council’s Environmental Health Officer (03) 6268 7029

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Brighton Council finalist in National Climate Awards Brighton Council is proud to be a finalist in the Cities Power Partnership’s fifth annual National Climate Awards, which recognises the work of local governments paving the way to a zero-carbon future.

wastewise and climate action program.

• Battler Award recognising smaller, more rural climate action, for the Reduced Emissions from Upgraded Waste Infrastructure project, and

Mayor Leigh Gray said he was delighted to hear the announcement. “Our climate action and sustainability work across Council and the community is gaining momentum. Driving down waste emissions is contributing significantly to reducing our climate impact.” Brighton Council achieved a 70% reduction in the corporate emissions footprint following the change to a renewable electricity generation landfill and with the introduction of a Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) service, reducing organic matter to landfill.

• Community Choice Award for the school

Back in 2021, Brighton Council switched their

Brighton Council has been nominated for multiple climate change action projects at the Cities Power Protection Awards in 2023, and is a finalist in two award categories:

Urgent Care Clinic opens in Hobart Did you know there is now a Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) in Hobart? It’s where you go when you can’t wait to see your GP but don’t need the emergency department. They provide assessment, treatment and care for urgent but non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses. They can treat things like minor fractures and sprains, infections, cuts,

bites, rashes, burns, gastrointestinal issues and respiratory illnesses. Medicare UCCs are bulk-billed, meaning there is no cost to patients. Appointments are not required and you can walk in and wait to be seen. The clinic is at Your Hobart Doctor, 71 Bathurst Street, Hobart and opening hours are from 4pm to 10pm, 7 days per week.

This isn’t a replacement for your GP or emergency department.

To find out if a UCC is right for you, call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222 or visit www. health.tas.gov.au/rightcare. If you need emergency medical assistance call Triple Zero (000) or go to the nearest emergency department.

landfills to Copping, where methane gas emissions are largely captured and burnt for renewable electricity generation. The new Food Organic and Garden Organic (FOGO) service was launched in the same year, diverting 1,317 tonnes of organic matter away from landfill, also reducing the source emissions from rotting organic matter.

“Brighton Council now aims for an 85% interim reduction by 2030 on the pathway to zero emissions by 2035, after exceeding our existing interim target ahead of time. We also endorsed a revised Climate Change and Resilience Strategy, with over 55 actions to guide and measure our progress,” Mayor Gray said. And looking to the

future, “the Sustainability program in local schools has been a fabulous platform for highlighting the next generation of climate change champions,” he shared.

Finalists were selected from entries submitted by diverse communities from rural townships through to capital cities across seven award categories including renewable energy, energy efficiency, collaboration, and innovation. Dr Portia Odell, Director of the Cities Power Partnership, congratulated Brighton Council for making the final shortlist for the awards, saying this year’s entries reflect a new level of climate action and ambition amongst local governments.

Brighton High School sets cracking pace Work on the Brighton High School is progressing at a cracking pace with the slabs down and steel frames of the school buildings taking shape.

Just under 9000 square metres

of concrete have been laid and set, making up the footprint of the school. Exciting times ahead as construction continues and more buildings come to life for future students.

Homelessness Week in Brighton Did you notice the little houses at Bean to Brew Cafe in August? The tiny handmade homes were on display as part of the Homes For All information sessions run by Centacare Evolve, in partnership with Catholic Education, for Housing Homelessness Week 2023.

Along with the tiny homes display, Centacare Evolve Housing partnered with local artist David Adams on a large-scale

intergenerational art project.

Portraits of Centacare Evolve Housing tenants, along with school students and the wider community, were displayed along the Brooker Highway in Claremont to address this year’s Homelessness Week theme: It’s time to end homelessness now.

The Homes For All project aims to challenge the stigma and stereotypes around

people who access community housing and shine a light on the strength of community and the continued work of the housing sector to address homelessness in Tasmania.

To learn more about the stories behind the portraits, check out www.centacareevolve.com.au/homesfor-all.

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Setting the record straight on the future of Pontville Park There have been a lot of recent misunderstandings around the search by AFL Tasmania for the AFL High Performance Centre location.

I would like to take this opportunity to reassure our community about the future of Pontville Park.

Brighton Council has been in discussions with AFL Tasmania regarding a possible location for the centre, along with other Greater Hobart councils. Council is always open to having conversations with proponents when potential opportunities like this arise, naturally with the best interests of our communities in mind at all times.

All of our discussions with AFL Tasmania have been in the context of other sites in southern

Tasmania being considered, not just Brighton.

We have had discussions with the Pontville Users Group, including the Brighton Show Society, and advised them that it is very early days and that other sites outside of the Brighton municipality are in the mix.

Most importantly, we assured the Pontville Users Group at meetings specifically regarding this proposal, that if anything did progress further and any of the users of the Pontville facilities were to be affected, that we would ensure they should be no worse off at the current facility or at any alternative site.

We absolutely welcome further conversations with any users who still have concerns, so that we can clarify the situation and alleviate any fears, such as those expressed by the Brighton Show Society in recent times.

We stand by our commitment that no user should be any worse off should a proposal of this nature progress further.

As with any project of this nature, there would be full community consultation prior to any decisions being made to move forward.

community. This project is valued at $70 million and will create many jobs (up to 150 employees), no matter where it is built. The project is set to be an economic driver for any community lucky enough to be able to take it on.

Brighton Council is not at the top of the list for sites being considered and we are not expecting to be successful but as a Council, we are always keen to look at projects and developments that benefit our community and provide economic growth to our residents and local businesses but definitely not at the cost of our community’s overall health and wellbeing.

Brighton Mayor Leigh Gray

Our Council will always make decisions that benefit our

Brighton hosts statewide Sustainable Living gathering

to get people involved in local activities such as tree plantings, clean up days and health and wellbeing gatherings.”

Key ideas emerged that included smart financing mechanisms, greater active transport planning and taking technology opportunities, as well as the need to support those going through climate anxiety. There were several youth representatives who had new ideas on building a sustainability network.

More than 15 community groups from all over Tasmania came together to work out ways to foster a more sustainable future. The Sustainability Gathering was organised by Sustainable Living Tasmania and attended by 40 representatives from as far away as Wynyard and as close as the Material Institute. The attendees came from a passionate sustainability network, full of inspirational

stories of community members taking part in local climate action, land care groups, transport advocacy and bulk purchasing arrangements.

Councillor Phil Owen from Brighton Council attended and contributed to the day’s success, saying, “The importance of a local sustainability action is paramount, we are taking on board new and innovative ideas

Alison Johnson, Brighton Council Climate Change Officer attended and said, “It is becoming an increasingly pressing issue, we are clearly hearing from younger people through our Sustainability in Schools program that they get the climate action challenges out there and are keen to work on positive solutions.”

“Transport arose as another key issue. Not only is the transport

sector responsible for over 40% of community emissions and single passenger vehicle transport, but it is also responsible for the lion’s share of emissions compared to the rail, road freight, ferries, and aviation sectors It is one of the most difficult areas to reduce emissions due to a high dependency on fossil fuels,” Alison said.

More information on active transport options, such as public transport, cycling and walking is available from Sustainable Living Tasmania www. slt.org.au. The Heart Foundation also runs healthy transport initiatives. If you are interested in getting involved in a local sustainability network please get in contact via alison.johnson@brighton.tas.gov.au.

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War on food waste: A win for the environment and your wallet With season three of the War On Waste recently back on ABC TV, it’s a great reminder to combat food waste in our own fridges and pantries.

Not only does reducing food waste help the environment, it can also help you save money, especially when the average household throws out around $2,500 worth of groceries every year! Throwing away uneaten food wastes all of the water, energy and resources that went into growing the food. When food and other organics are sent to landfill, it breaks down and creates methane, a potent greenhouse gas. The good news is there are many easy ways to reduce your household food waste and help the environment at the same time.

Some top ways to reduce food waste are: Never shop hungry: Make a list before you shop and check your fridge before you go and stick to it. If you live near the shops, visiting more often for fewer items can also help reduce waste.

Use it up: Set up a shelf or container in your fridge where you put any food that has to be used first, either because it’s part eaten or is nearing the end of its life. Or make ‘use-it-up’ tape from masking tape and marker pen and stick it on items

Bridgewater Community House reinvigorated post renovations close to their use-by date.

You’ll know what needs to be used up first at a glance.

Plan ahead: Pre-planning a few meals for each week is a great way to reduce waste and save time on busy weeknights. Knowing exactly what ingredients you need beforehand helps limit the risk of unplanned impulse buying when shopping for groceries.

Buy ingredients that can be used across a range of different meals. Capsicum, corn and chicken can be tacos one night and teriyaki chicken the next. Yum! Get creative: Leftover veggies go well in pasta bakes or to jazz up your regular recipes. Finely slice veggies and add to salads for extra crunch and vitamins. Leftover ham can be shredded and added to bolognese or taco meat, and sad-looking carrots can be turned into great instant pickles with some sugar and vinegar and served on the side of your weeknight

stirfry or rice bowl.

Donate or volunteer at a food charity: Cost of living pressures means more families are relying on food charities to get by. See what your local food charities such as Brighton Food Hub, which is run out of Brighton Civic Centre (25 Green Point Rd, Bridgewater), or Waterbridge Food Co-op (191 Lamprill Circle, Gagebrook) will take as it not only helps stop your food from ending up in landfills, it can help others who are doing it tough.

And remember if you can’t avoid food waste and need to dispose of it, then the best place for it is in the green FOGO bin. Materials in the green bin are turned into compost to grow our food.

These easy tips are just a few ways to stop perfectly good food from going to waste. For more ideas on how to reduce food waste, check out www. ozharvest.org.

Masterplan sees Bridgewater waterfront as thriving precinct Brighton Council has worked with community to create a comprehensive masterplan for the Bridgewater Bridge waterfront precinct. The Bridgewater Bridge Northern Interchange Precinct Masterplan prioritises the needs of the local residents, Council, and State Government and aims to make the Bridgewater waterfront area a place where the community can thrive.

The masterplan includes some creative opportunities for the reuse of the old bridge, where feasible, for public amenities. Brighton Council identified that the community loves the old bridge structure as an iconic symbol of Bridgewater’s industrial heritage. Options for reusing the old bridge include developing the northern span and tower caisson

into a community pier. Another option is to convert a section into a public lookout tower with views across the Derwent Valley. These would also include relocating the southern tower to the intersection of Old Main Road and Weily Park Road or positioning it on the waterfront as a feature of the waterfront parklands. A final option if repurposing isn’t feasible, would be to demolish the old Bridgewater Bridge and creatively reuse the material in public artworks, park furniture and signage for the community.

Another identified opportunity is to improve the connection to the water’s edge for residents and visitors of the precinct. This will help to improve the liveability of Bridgewater and generate activity along the foreshore,

which includes options for a boat ramp underneath the new Bridgewater Bridge, amenities for kayaking, and the development of walking trails with viewpoints.

Community consultation on the Bridgewater Bridge Northern Interchange Precinct Masterplan has now closed. Brighton Council would like to thank the community for their feedback and will continue to develop these plans in collaboration with the palawa community, Brighton community residents, on-site stakeholders and region-wide stakeholders.

For more information on the Bridgewater Bridge Northern Interchange Precinct Masterplan, head to www.brighton. tas.gov.au/community/haveyour-say.

The Bridgewater Community House, operated by Jordan River Service in Bowden Drive, is going from strength to strength since the reopening in July. “We are so pleased with our newly renovated space and our community programs are now back in full swing with something for everyone including our Crafty Chatterers craft group and a Few Good Men who meet on Tuesdays for games, lunch, friendship and the occasional bus outing,” manager Teresa Temple said.

The Bridgewater Community House also has bread available every day and offer the Top Gear learner driver mentor program,

No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS), the Needle & Syringe Program (NSP) and the Integrated Family Support Services (IFSS) to help improve the safety, wellbeing and health of children from birth to 18 years and their families. If you would like to keep up to date with what is happening at the Bridgewater Community House follow Jordan River Service on Facebook or please contact Teresa at the Bridgewater Community House on 6263 4303. Donations of pantry items for the Community Food Assistance Service are always gratefully welcomed and can be delivered to the Bridgewater Community House during opening hours.

What’s on at Bridgewater Community House Bridgwater Community House has a stack of weekly activities for the community to get involved with. On weekly at Bridgewater Community House: Monday: All Aboard Games Group 9am-12pm.

Community Food Assistance 9.30am-12pm.

Loui’s Food Van in the evening.

Tuesday: The Craft Chatterers 9am-12pm.

A Few Good Men 12.30pm to 2pm.

Wednesday: Community Lunch ($2 per meal) 12pm-1pm Community Food Assistance- 1pm-3pm.

Friday: Chill day, head down anytime and have a cuppa with the crew.

Community Food Assistance 9.30am-12pm.

Don’t forget, there are a host of other programs that operate out of the Bridgewater Community House. For more information about what’s on, call 6263 4303 or head to the Jordan River Service Facebook page.

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What is the Voice referendum?

On Saturday 14 October, 2023, all eligible Australian citizens aged 18 years and over will vote on whether Australia should change its Constitution to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of Australia by establishing a body called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.

The Brighton Council together with the Brighton Agricultural Society, Tassie Flying Paws Dog Club, the Brighton Kennel Club and TasDogs were successful in receiving grant funding for a new fit-for-purpose building at the Pontville Show Grounds.

Why is it happening now?

In 2017, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from across the country came together and considered all the options for recognition.

They wrote the Uluru Statement from the Heart, which called for a Voice for First Nations peoples to be added to the Constitution.

In 2022, the Australian Government agreed to have a referendum to let Australians decide whether to establish the Voice in the Constitution. This is why Australians are now being asked to vote on it.

What is the Referendum question?

“A Proposed Law: to alter the Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. Do you approve this proposed alteration?”

What the Voice would do The Voice would be set up in line with some principles. These were agreed between a First Nations Referendum Working Group, made up of First Nations leaders from across Australia, and the Government. The Voice would be separate to the Government. But the group would give important advice to the Government and Parliament. The Voice would speak on issues that affect the lives of Aboriginal and

Torres Strait Islander people. The Voice members would make sure everyone knows what they are doing and saying. The Voice would work with groups and organisations that are already in place.

Teresa Temple who manages the Bridgewater Community House and the Workshed speaks with enthusiasm about the current activities and future plans at the shed. “We would love to get more people involved with the Community Workshed. This is not a ‘Men’s Shed’ per se, this is a Commu-

The building provides over 800m² of undercover space for the Brighton Show and an ongoing space for dog training, competition and showing.

The building is multi-use and can be utilised for agricultural education and training or other displays and gatherings.

Works have progressed well this year with a large concrete slab and services currently underway. The building is expected to be erected by the end of October ready for the Brighton Show on the 12 November, 2023. The final fit-out and a small office will also be constructed in the coming months. The building will be used largely in conjunction with the Pontville Sports Grounds and will have direct access to the grass outdoor dog enclosure. Council will continue to work closely with the stakeholders and community to finalise this new building.

Voting in the referendum If you’re an Australian citizen and older than 18 years, you: • must be on the electoral roll • must vote.

At the referendum, you will be asked to vote either ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to adding the words to the Constitution. The referendum will pass if both of these happen: • most voters in at least 4 out of 6 states vote yes • most voters in Australia vote yes.

Get informed at www.voice.gov.au.

Crafty future for the Jordan River Community Workshed The Jordan River Community Workshed has had new life breathed into it with a dedicated group of volunteers and participants making wide and varied objects for sale while learning new skills. The Workshed is operated by Jordan River Service Inc. which also operates the Bridgewater Community House and Gagebrook Community House.

New purpose-built space for Dog Training and Brighton Show

nity Shed where everyone is welcome. We currently have 11 regular participants who work with our carpenter to create items that can be sold at markets or to members of the public. Items include novelty planter boxers ($50 for small and $75 for large), chopping boards and decorative bottle top flowers. We are always open to working with someone who might have specific items in mind they would like us to build or make and members of the public are welcome to pre-order items they would like crafted for them,” Teresa said.

The Community Workshed welcomes a disability group 1-2 days a week and is looking

to become community led in the programs on offer. “We want members of the community and even our schools to really get involved and let us know what they want from a community shed. Our vision is to make it a hive of not just practical, but social activity. A fully stocked workshop, some great timber and good mates.

What more could you want!”

Teresa said.

The Community Workshed has received grants for an enhanced BBQ area for socialising and new tools for the shed.

Membership of the Jordan River Community Workshed is $50 for the year or $5 per attendance for those who would just like to go along on a casual basis. The Workshed is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week at 10 Sorell Street, Bridgewater. The Workshed is always looking for volunteers and currently has a volunteer supervisor position available.

If you would like to get involved with the Community Workshed in any capacity or just get some more information, please contact Teresa at the Bridgewater Community House on 6263 4303.

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Hard and Green Waste Collection Week beginning Monday 23 October Brighton Council offers a FREE Green and Hard Waste collection service to help residents dispose of unwanted items and green waste.

Waste must be placed on the nature strip the night before the collection date and must be able to be listed safely by two men. All hard waste items must not exceed two metres in length.

• All items such as tree branches and cuttings must be tied in 20kg or less bundles and a maximum of 1.5m in length and 20cm in diameter.

• Loose materials must be bagged.

• Items such as rubble, soil, rocks and concrete will not be collected.

• Vehicle tyres, fridges, freezers and mattresses are no longer accepted as part of these collections. All these items can be taken to the Waste Transfer Station for a fee.

HARD WASTE AND GREEN WASTE ARE TO BE KEPT SEPARATE Please do not endanger Council Staff by leaving out broken glass, asbestos and chemicals. This service is only available to residents who currently receive kerbside collection.

For more information, please contact the Brighton Council on (03) 6268 7000 or www.brighton.tas.gov.au/property/waste/

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Hold your horses! Brighton Pony Club to host riding comp at Brighton Show new membership enquiries and has both junior and adult options. You need to have your own pony or horse to be able to attend ridden rallies however they also welcome families con-

tacting the club who are considering starting their life with horses. For more information, head to www.facebook.com/ brightonpc/ or email brightonponyclub01@gmail.com.

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With a strong start to the eventing season, the Brighton and Southern Midlands riders have recently attended a Hunter Trial, involving show jumping and cross-country riding at the Monmouth Pony Club. This competition was an open and friendly environment for riders just starting out in their competition journey with lots of smiles and great results all around. The club also hosted the Southern Zone Prince Philip Mounted Games for the 12th year running in June.

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Brighton and Southern Midlands Pony Club alongside the Brighton Agricultural Society are hosting a Working Equitation Competition at the Brighton Show on Saturday 11 November. This competition is for riders of all ages and abilities, and includes an obstacle course, flat workout and simple led rein pattern.

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Lease opportunity in Brighton 1 Bedford Street Allied health professionals

An opportunity exists for an allied health professional to lease and operate out of consulting rooms at 1 Bedford Street, Brighton. The lease would be with Brighton Council as the owner of the building. The lessee would provide an allied health or wellbeing service for the community, to complement the services of a GP and dentist currently operating at the facility. For any further information please contact Megan Braslin on (03) 6268 7000 or email: admin@brighton.tas.gov.au.

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This office space consists of two rooms, conveniently located at 1 Bedford Street, Brighton. It is a well-appointed space, perfect for professionals, freelance consultants or a small start-up business.

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Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy a free three-course meal. From 5:30pm at the Brighton Civic Centre.

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New Norfolk Vintage Festival. Celebrate all things cars, fashion and music from the mid-20th century.

Free entry from 10am-4pm on the New Norfolk Esplanade.

2023 Tassie 6 The Mental Health Comedy Roadshow is on tonight at the Pontville Community Hall. Laugh the night away for a great cause! Free tickets at humanitix, but book ahead.

affordable groceries, head to Brighton Food Hub today, held at the Brighton Civic Centre. Groceries start at 50c, hampers from $20. From 11am-2pm. Also on 26 October.

Up 13 Hand’s Clothing

Exchange is on at the Gagebrook Community House from 10am-1pm. Fill a bag and update your wardrobe for $5.

time to 14 It’s cast your vote

marks 16 Today the start of

shore Monthly Clean Up is on today. Meet at 10am at the Old Beach Jetty car park.

can put 23 Kids their build-

ing skills to the test at Lego Club, on again at Bridgewater Library from 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Register via Eventbrite.

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Brighton 26 The Food Hub

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with 1 Dining Friends is on

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Brighton 12 The Show is back

a drive 18 Take to the Huon

Old Beach 19 The Foreshore

Food Hub Fortnightly Bingo is on today at the Bridgewater Civic Centre from 12pm. Also 4 Nov, 12pm. The Dromedary Hall hosts the Derwent Valley Country Music Club, from 2pm-5pm.

tonight in Bridgewater. Come along for a chat and enjoy a free three-course meal.

From 5:30pm at the Brighton Civic Centre.

but for grocery prizes.

Play 10 games plus 4-line games. Cost is $5 per person (which includes coffee and games). At the Gagebrook Community Centre from 11am - 1pm.

meeting today at Brighton Civic Centre from 10-12pm. Check out www.facebook. com/cafewithadifference for more info.

for 2023. Enjoy a day packed full of fun and entertainment with something for everyone. Book your tickets at www.brightonshow.com.au or get them at the gate. The Garage Sale Trail is on today too.

for the referendum on the Voice to Parliament today at your local polling place.

For more information visit www.aec. gov.au/referendums.

is open today at the Brighton Civic Centre, selling groceries items from 50c and hampers from $20.

All welcome. From 11am-2pm. Also on 9 Nov and 23 Nov.

Valley today. The 2023 Huon Show is on at Ranelagh Showgrounds with heaps of stalls and entertainment, 8am - 4:30pm.

The Garage Sale Trail is on again today and tomorrow.

Bridal creeper: Have you seen this weed in Brighton?

We need your help to eradicate bridal creeper from Brighton. Bridal creeper (Asparagus asparagoides) is one of several ‘asparagus’ weeds. Introduced to Australia as an ornamental garden plant, soil disturbance and birds and animals have spread bridal creeper far and wide.

Bridal creeper is an aggressive, vine-like plant. It grows quickly, forming tall thickets, by climbing over and smothering other vegetation. It’s difficult to control because of its large, dense, and longlived tubers and root systems.

Disturbing the soil can result in tubers or root fragments spreading to new areas, creating new infestations. Birds and animals eating the red fruits also help bridal creeper spread.

In Tasmania, it’s been found

in a range of habitats including bushland, roadside reserves and in the gardens of older homes. It’s likely to occur in other locations so we’re asking everyone to be on the lookout.

With at least one sighting of bridal creeper in Brighton, we’re hoping you can help us find out if it is anywhere else.

Together, we can eradicate it before it gets a strangle hold.

For more information or to report local sightings email

raelene.mibus@enviro-dynamics.com.au or call 6295 3262.

Have you tried the iNaturalist app? It’s a great way to help identify and map weeds and other plants and animals download the app on your smart phone and take a photo of the plant or animal.

Share your bridal creeper observation by selecting the Bridal Creeper in Tasmania project. More info at www. inaturalist.org.

the 25th Annual Seniors Week. Celebrate our older Tasmanians with events around the state. On until 22 October.

digital skills, head to Digital Skills Help at Bridgewater Library, from 2pm-4pm today.

Monthly Clean Up is on today from 10am 12pm. Head down to Old Beach Jetty to get involved.

Up Close 17 Get and Personal with Keith Potger from The Seekers, on today from 2pm 3:10pm at Brighton Civic Centre as part of COTA Seniors Week. Tickets $20.

Call 0419 558 421 to book.

can sing 18 Kids along at Rock

& Rhyme at Bridgewater Library today from 10am-10:30am.

Book via Eventbrite.

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Bothwell hosts the Highlands Bushfest 2023. Check out all things fishing, hunting, camping, food and drinks, arts and crafts and music.

Today and tomorrow.

your 26 Grab billy carts!

The Rotary Club of Claremont Annual Billy Cart Derby is on from 10am - 3pm at Claremont College.

Free entry. More details at Claremont Rotary Billy Cart Derby Facebook page.

Brighton Places of Worship Catholic St. Paul’s Catholic Church 2-4 Paice St, Bridgewater Saturday Vigil - 6pm Sunday - 9am and 12 noon Fr. Leo 6263 6242 St Matthew’s Catholic Church 231 Brighton Rd, Brighton Sunday - 10:30am 6263 6242

Hindu Sri Ganesha Cultural Center and Worship Place 6 Letitia Grove, Bridgewater 400 273 249

New Life Christian Brighton Civic Centre Green Point Rd Sunday - 10.30am Pastor Brian Edwards 0458 505 070

Anglican St. Mark’s Church LOT 1 Kimberly St, Pontville

Sunday - 10am Rev. Rod. Curtain 6263 7700

Uniting Church Claremont-Bagdad Claremont 36 Wyndham Rd, Claremont Sunday - 10am Glenorchy 446 Main Rd, Glenorchy Sunday - 9.30am On the 1st Sunday, services are combined.

Venue alternates between the two churches, starting at 10am Rev. Sherrin Jackman 0447 507 059

Uniting Church Bridgewater-Gagebrook Bridgewater Uniting Hub, Green Point Rd Sunday - 10am 0434 799 506

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Survey on school logo open for Brighton High School The new Years 7-12 Brighton High School is starting to take shape, with construction well underway. As part of earlier consultation on the building masterplan, the Department for Education, Children and Young People received lots of valuable ideas that helped to shape the creation of three draft

school logo concepts.

Now it’s time for the community to have your say on the draft concepts.

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tas.gov.au/project/ brightonhs.

Scan the QR code and you’ll be taken online to fill out a short survey.

This survey will close on 6 October 2023. For more information about Brighton High School, please visit www.decyp.

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Bag a bloomin’ bargain this Spring Cash in or bag a bargain at the Garage Sale Trail, Australia’s festival of pre-loved stuff, this Spring. Garage sales are held across Australia including in Brighton on 11-12 and 18-19 November. The event is a great chance to turn your stash into

cash and shop epic stuff at retro prices.

Mayor Leigh Gray said selling or shopping at garage sales is a fun and simple action we can take to reduce our carbon footprint. “The Garage

Sale Trail helps neighbours connect, make some money and keep their good stuff out of landfill,” he said. “We expect to have 20-25 garage sales happen locally in Brighton and another 10,000 around the nation.”

Registration is free and there are how-to guides, promotional resources and touch-free PayPal QR code payments.

Before the sale weekends there will be a series of online talks featuring an all star cast of experts and familiar faces sharing their sustainable living tips that are kind on both planet and pocket. Presenters Barry du Bois and Veronica Milsom—alongside experts in secondhand selling, styling and the circular economy— feature in the Trail Tutorials, hosted online and free to attend.

“Shopping aside, the Garage Sale Trail program is free for residents, supported

by Brighton Council,” said Mayor Gray. You can register your sale and find the Trail Tutorial schedule at www. garagesaletrail.com.au.

Revamp of Cris Fitzpatrick Park begins Cris Fitzpatrick Park is getting a revamp, with works now underway as part of Brighton Council’s masterplan for the area. A budget of $600,000 has been allocated for the park, at 35 Tottenham Road in Gagebrook, which will see upgrades and additions made to create a more family-friendly playground area and community space.

single flying fox, along with the relocation of the nest swing.

The works also include new garden beds, landscape rocks, plants and a black chain mesh fence around the outside of the playground. These key upgrades were identified as priorities by the community through surveys conducted during Stage 1 of the Cris Fitzpatrick Park Master Plan.

This first stage of upgrades are planned to be completed by December 2023. Works will include the removal of the concrete bike track that lies within the existing asphalt bike track, installation of a wet-weather shelter, picnic table, log hop, balance post, balance log and

Cris Fitzpatrick Park is the largest developed park within the suburbs of Gagebrook and Herdsmans Cove. The new upgrades will make the area a valuable space to improve social, health and wellbeing in the community. Brighton Council have advised people

to take care while the new area is under construction and avoid the fenced-off area for everyone’s safety. For more information on the upgrades to Cris Fitzpatrick Park, head to www.brighton.tas.gov.au.

Do you run a business? Did you know Lifeline offers free mental health training and support for small businesses in Tasmania? The Minding Your Business program offers small business owners access to specialised skills and

supports the mental health and wellbeing of themselves and their staff. Head to www. lifelinetasmania.org.au/minding-your-business for more information or call 1300 003 313. For crisis support, call 13 11 14.

Fire Hazards Owners and occupiers of land in the Municipality are reminded that over the coming months abatement notices will be issued, where considered necessary, for the appropriate clearing of fire hazards.

New pilot program increases access to TasTAFE A new pilot program coming to Brighton will see TasTAFE working more closely with regional employers and communities to meet local training needs.TasTAFE has employed a new Regional Engagement Officer, Martin Killick, who will work with Southcentral Workforce Network in Pontville to identify Brighton area’s training needs and increase access to training at TasTAFE.

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TasTAFE Acting Director, Future Students and Industry, Matt Dance said, “As we look to the future, we have an increased focus on working with industry and the community to deliver tailored training programs that meet their specific needs. The Regional Engagement Officer role will allow us to hear directly from community and employers in regional areas about what they need from us.”

Under the Local Government Act 1993, Council is required to issue Fire Abatement Notices that call for the removal of the hazard within a specified time period.

Advice on accessing assistance to clear such hazards may be obtained through council.

Failure to remove fire hazards by the specified time, could lead to compulsory clearance at the property owner’s expense.

For further information or for reporting of a potential fire hazard, please contact Council on (03) 6268 7012.

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Energy saving kit now available for loan If you’ve been hit with high energy bills, a free-to-loan Home Energy Audit Toolkit (HEAT) is now available to borrow from Brighton Council. The HEAT kit outlines useful ways people can save power and money around the home.

Here are a few tips to reduce energy costs from the HEAT free-to-loan kit: • • • • • • • •

Dry wet washing outside now it is getting warmer Switch to LED lights, with outdoor lights on timer Turn heating on only when rooms are in use Ventilate wet areas well Use curtains and blinds to keep heat escaping from windows Switch electricity providers if there’s a better deal Switch tariffs to match when you use energy Renovate or replace appliances, this can save money in the long run.

it for up to two weeks. The kit contains: Appliance power monitor to check for problems • Laser temperature sensor for finding leaks • Thermometer with room and fridge temperatures for both summer and winter • Compass for identifying northern sun access • Stopwatch to measure the amount of water used in showers If you would like to book out the free HEAT kit, visit Brighton Council reception or call 6268 7000. If you would like to discuss energy efficiency opportunities, get in touch with Alison at alison.johnson@brighton. tas.gov.au.

The HEAT kit is free to borrow and available to collect from Brighton Council. You can borrow

Comedy Roadshow rolling into Brighton The 2023 Tassie Mental Health Comedy Roadshow is back. Over the last five years, the sellout roadshow has hosted incredible performances while supporting Tasmanian mental health. This year’s roadshow promises a night of laughter and fun at the Pontville Memorial Hall (244 Brighton Rd, Pontville) on Friday 6 October. Entry is free for everyone, however people can donate via the roadshow’s event page or pay what they like at the end of the show to help out everyone who has put the show together.

The Comedy Roadshow is part of the 2023 Mental Health Week, a mental health awareness campaign held every October to engage communities in activities that promote mental health and wellbeing and to increase understanding and reduce stigma about mental illness and how it impacts the lives of people in our community. The 2023 Tasmanian Mental Health Week runs from 7 to 15 October and incorporates World Mental Health Day on 10 October. For more

information or to get tickets to the roadshow, head to www. events.humanitix.com/the2023-tassie-mental-healthcomedy-roadshow-brighton.

Please note: The 2023 Tasmanian Mental Health Comedy Roadshow is a free

event, however, capacity is strictly capped, so it is advised that people only get a ticket if they can absolutely make it.

If you have a ticket and can’t attend, please cancel your ticket as soon as possible so that someone else might be able to enjoy the show.

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Participants were invited to attend statewide sessions, including in Bridgewater. They were guided through 16 questions and encouraged to share their personal experiences, ideas and opinions about living in Tasmania. The findings from the Tasmanian Youth

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New space at JRLF Senior School to foster culture and inclusion

TasNetworks annual Community Grants Program is currently open.

Grants of up to $10,000 are on offer to empower local not-for-profit organisations to create positive change in the lives of Tasmanians. The funds will fuel innovative projects

Jordan River Learning Federation Senior School (JRLFSS) has a new Aboriginal cultural space that was established this year. Milangkani is a cultural space for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students to build connection with culture, country and the school community. Assistant Principal, Inclusive Practices, Jill Alexander explained, “It was a very important step for the school to ensure we are meeting First Nation students’ needs, with 37% of the school community identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.”

Paul Mabb, the coordinator of Milangkani explained, “Students can come in and learn about all aspects of culture. At the moment we are doing this predominantly through art and language using the 50 palawa words program from the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre (TAC).”

JRLF Senior School is also pleased to be able to offer the Deadly Choices program in this space, which is run by Karadi Aboriginal Corporation. The program is all about making healthy life choices, developing a positive self-identity and making friendships. A large number of students have been interested in participating in the Deadly Choices program and this popularity has meant there is a wait list. At the end of

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the program, the students receive a Deadly Choices t-shirt as part of their graduation as recognition of their participation in at least five out of the eight sessions.

It is important that the space is welcoming of all students and promotes acceptance and understanding of everyone within the school community. “There are many future activities planned, including basket weaving, bark paintings and working with clay.

Art is a big focus for facilitating connection and acceptance. We will also be doing an excursion to TMAG soon to experience the Tasmanian Aboriginal section,” Paul said.

Those students participating in the Milangkani space are also in

the process of designing artwork for new tables within the space as part of using art to connect and feel a sense of belonging. “Our hope for the space is that students can share knowledge, connect with each other or just enjoy a quiet place to study. We want the room to develop based on what our students would like to learn so they can truly make it their space,” Paul said.

Celebrating diversity is a very important part of the school community overall and as part of this, the School Health Nurse and School Social Worker co-facilitate a Pride Group. This weekly group is a safe and inclusive space for young people to meet that promotes positive well-being and social connection. Through this group young people can develop friendships, access support and resources and have their issues and suggestions heard. It also promotes emotional well-being and creative means of self-expression through the facilitation of arts and crafts projects, which has proven popular amongst students. Whole school events can also be organised, such as the recent ‘Wear It Purple Day’.

This day celebrated LGBTIQA+ youth and demonstrated inclusivity school-wide.

We’re helping to prevent bushfires around the state With bushfire season fast approaching, TasNetworks and our authorised contractors will be entering properties across Tasmania over the coming weeks, to clear trees growing too close to TasNetworks-owned powerlines.

If you see trees growing too close to powerlines, please report them to TasNetworks by visiting tasnetworks.com.au or by calling 1300 137 008.

for communities and alleviate some of the financial pressures faced by residents across Tasmania. Applications opened on 8 September 2023 and close on 8 October 2023, so get in quick. For more info, head to www.tasnetworks.com.au/grants.

Keith Potger of The Seekers, in concert for Brighton Seniors Week This October marks the 25th anniversary of Seniors Week. To celebrate, Brighton Civic Centre will be hosting Up Close and Personal with Keith Potger, a founding member of The Seekers, in concert as part of the Council on Ageing Tasmania (COTA) Seniors Week program.

The concert will feature favourites from The Seekers, along with classic hits from the 60s to the 80s for people to groove along to. The concert will be held on Tuesday 17 October at Brighton Civic Centre (25 Greenpoint Road, Bridgewater) from 2pm – 3:10pm.

Tickets are $20 and can be booked by emailing manager@arelmedia. com.au or by calling 0419 558 421.

Seniors Week runs from 16-22 October 2023 and celebrates older Tasmanians and the contributions they make to our communities. The weeklong festivities offer a range of different events for older people all over Tasmania to enjoy, with this year’s theme being CELEBRATE. To find out more about Seniors Week events, head to www. cotatas.org.au/programs/ seniorsweek.