Inner City Weekender May 2

weekender the inner city FRI 2 MAY 2014 • Issue 185

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Happy Mother’s Day There are plenty of great ways to spoil your mum p.16-19

Rise from the ashes After a disastrous fire, the iconic Post Cafe is soon to be reopened CHRIS CONNOLLY

Star returns for headlining tour p.26-27

Olympic’s major upset p.32

WestConnex concerns Greens want parklands protected p.11

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he Marrickville Post Cafe is about to reopen after being gutted in a fire nine months ago. Owner Danial Elali said he had only been running the cafe for three weeks before the fire but was very happy with how the business was going at the time. “The food was good and the staff were happy with the new management. When everyone’s doing a good job, the customers are happy too,” Mr Elali said. He said the fire was believed to have been deliberately lit but, as far as he is aware, the police have not been able to identify the arsonist. A police spokesperson said there was still an ongoing investigation in relation to the arson. The building, which is on the Commonwealth Heritage List, was built in 1891 and served as the Marrickville Post Office for over 100 years. In 1994, Australia Post moved its service to the rear of the building and the front part became a cafe. Mr Elali said the fire caused around $300,000 of damage and substantial building work needed to be done before they were able to start refurbishing the interior of the cafe in February this year. “It was heartbreaking to see everything go up in smoke. Since then we’ve been through eight months of hell,” he said. The interior has been redesigned but retains a number of key features that survived the blaze, including two iron columns with Corinthian capitals. Mr Elali said he is getting good feedback from former customers awaiting the cafe’s relaunch.

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They’ve tested the water, so what ideas will make it to Budget night? As the Abbott Government approaches its first budget, it has been very busy finding metaphorical fields where it can launch a few policy “kites” and see which ideas will fly in the face of public opinion and which ones will crash to the ground. It seems astonishing that less than a fortnight away from the budget, these sorts of ideas haven’t already been decided but that seems to be the way in modern politics. The first kite launched was the idea of increasing the age pension to 70. It’s easy to see why this sort of idea would be appealing. If you look at the most recent budget, social security and welfare is by far the largest area of expenditure, accounting for $138 billion or more than a third of budget expenditure. Our aging population means that an increasing chunk of total revenue is being used to fund the age pension. However, there are very few budget savings to be made from such a policy in the near term. The previous government announced it would be increasing the age pension age to 67 over the course of a six-year period between 2017 and 2023. So unless the current government tries to accelerate that process or bring it forward, we’re looking at 10 years or more before you can start the additional increase up to age 70. Given the grumbling from pensioner groups and others, it’s easy to see why the Prime Minister let that kite fall to the ground with the explanation that it was the sort of issue that he would need to take to an election before he would introduce it. That’s clever politics. Delaying such a decision by a couple of years now doesn’t delay the introduction further down the track. And it reassures voters that they will have a say on the issue. Another kite that still seems to be up in the air is the idea of a co-payment for Medicare. There are reports that Medicare expenditure will double in the next decade. A co-payment system would see people make a small contribution towards certain medical costs. This is an idea that could have an immediate effect on the budget bottom line. Even a small co-payment will bring in some much needed revenue, but it will also reduce expenditure as people rethink the necessity of some trips to the doctor. The idea of having a foot in the door will

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also appeal to the Government as once the co-payment exists at a low level, it can be steadily increased over time. The third kite launched to the heavens was the concept of a deficit reduction levy. The idea here is that a bit of short term pain in the form of increased taxes now will help us knock off the previous government’s debt sooner and make it easier to get the budget back under control. This kite never looked strong. Labor, Greens and Palmer United all signalled their intentions to vote against it but there were also muttering from business and welfare groups as well as a number of Coalition backbenchers, who felt it could be viewed as a broken promise. The Prime Minister initially refused to give in, arguing instead that a levy was not a new tax because it would only be temporary. At the time of writing, this kite was still aloft but it seemed doubtful that it would go the distance. The Prime Minister refused to take the fourth kite out of its wrapping but there were plenty of other willing to give it a fly. This was the Government’s generous parental leave policy. Mr Abbott went to last year’s election promising six months paid parental leave at full pay for women earning up to $150,000 per annum. This would have given women at the top end of the scheme a total of $75,000 compared to $11,000 under the current scheme, which provides all eligible mothers with 18 weeks of pay at the minimum wage. Parental leave should be a basic working right and Mr Abbott’s scheme would benefit all women since people earning the minimum wage would be guaranteed 26 weeks rather than 18 weeks in the current scheme. However, it clearly benefits women on high incomes far more than people on low incomes and you have to wonder why he is persisting with the policy when it is so incompatible with his rhetoric on every other area of the budget. The Prime Minister did offer a compromise this week where he would reduce the earnings threshold to $100,000 per annum but economic analysts indicate the change will have minimal effect on the budget bottom line. So what will still be flying on budget night? It seems likely that everything aforementioned except changes to the age pension will be included in the Treasurer’s speech on May 13. But the real question will be what will make it through the Senate?

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STATE POLITICS

Phillips preselected for Greens

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Councillor promises a strong campaign based on cleaning up politics CHRIS CONNOLLY

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arrickville Councillor Max Phillips has been preselected as the Greens party candidate for the new seat of Summer Hill at next year’s state election. Cr Phillips said he will run a vigorous and high-profile campaign targeting both the major parties. “I will campaign for clean politics. We’ve seen Labor and Liberal figures dragged through ICAC recently,” Cr Phillips said. “The Greens will offer a package of reforms to clean up politics including greater transparency in political donations and lobbyists.” Cr Phillips has lived in the Inner West all his life and says he loves the vibrancy and diversity of the area. “While the Inner West is a great place to live, we have real issues with housing affordability, childcare availability, public transport and road congestion, and bad developments affecting the character of our neighbourhoods,” Cr Phillips said. “My fellow Greens and I have a strong record representing the community on these issues and taking on vested interests.” He said he worked in a number of jobs

including as a postman and for the State Library before the War in Iraq inspired him to start volunteering for then Greens Senator Kerry Nettle. He converted that experience into a paid job with former Federal Greens leader Bob Brown whom Cr Phillips describes as an inspirational figure. He currently works for NSW Greens MP Jeremy Buckingham, mainly on coal seam gas issues. “The Greens stand for clean energy – we need to move to renewable energy such as solar and wind, and away from dirty coal and coal seam gas. If we don’t act now, we’re sleepwalking into disaster.” The seat of Summer Hill was created at a recent redistribution, which saw the seat of Marrickville abolished in favour of two new seats, Newtown and Summer Hill. It includes Haberfield, Ashfield, Ashbury, Summer Hill, Dulwich Hill, most of Lewisham and the southern part of Marrickville up to Addison Road. The seat is believed to favour the Labor Party based on past election results but Cr Phillips believes it is winnable and says he will be campaigning strongly between now and next March. The Labor candidate for the seat will be Marrickville Mayor Jo Haylen. The Liberal Party will nominate its candidate later in the year.

Max Phillips will campaign on cleaning up NSW politics

News in numbers According to a community survey Australians experiencing depression and anxiety are confused about which health professionals can help them and how their roles differ. The study, conducted by the New

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of people Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) found that more than half of Australians surveyed (56 per cent) are unaware that psychiatrists are trained

mented across the state, with more than 700 teams currently engaged in the program,” Mrs Skinner said.

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“The initiatives implemented as part of the program have made improvements in areas such as patient safety, clinical handover, falls and pressure injury prevention, as well as medication management.”

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Health Minister Jillian Skinner has this week acknowledged the skill and dedication of healthcare professionals at the opening of the Essentials of Care Showcase in Sydney. Mrs Skinner addressed about 500 nurses, midwives and allied health professionals who gathered at Australian Technology Park for the showcase on Thursday. Essentials of Care (EOC) is a framework which aims to enhance the experiences of patients, families and carers by engaging healthcare teams in collaborative processes to improve care by utilising evidence from patients, workplace data and research. “Essentials of Care has been imple-

medical doctors and that you need a GP referral to see one, as opposed to a psychologist who can be seen without a referral. Less than half of Australians understand they are eligible for a Medicare rebate when seeing a psychiatrist. Dr Murray Patton, President of RANZCP, said confusion about treatment options puts people at risk of delayed treatment for serious mental illness, which could have a major impact on their recovery and future health. “The survey particularly highlights a gap in understanding about the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist, and when each is most effective in treating a mental health condition,” he said.

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Fast track high speed rail Grayndler MP says a corridor from Sydney to Brisbane must be preserved CHRIS CONNOLLY

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ederal Member for Grayndler Anthony Albanese has called for a high-speed rail line to be built linking Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne. Writing in The Guardian Australia, Mr Albanese said the project would be expensive with the 1,748km line estimated to cost $114 billion in 2012 terms. However, a study he commissioned when he was Transport Minister showed that for every dollar spent on the first section between Sydney and Melbourne, there would be a $2.15 return to the nation in economic benefit. “The passage of time is likely to make high-speed rail more and more desirable, making it critical that politicians of today think ahead to tomorrow,” Mr Albanese wrote. “Even now, a three-hour train trip from Sydney to Melbourne is competitive, with flying on what is the fourth-busiest route in the world, when one takes into account travelling to and from the airports and waiting times.” Mr Albanese said former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd promised $52 million last year to establish a statutory authority, the

Anthony Albanese inspecting high speed rail on an official visit to China when he was Minister for Transport High-Speed Rail Advisory Group featuring former Deputy Prime Minister Tim Fischer and Jennifer Westacott from the Business Council of Australia, however, one of the new Abbott Government’s first decisions was to abolish the body. “Crucially, that investment was to be the first instalment used to begin securing

the corridor for the project,” wrote Mr Albanese. “Unless action is taken now to begin preserving the land corridor needed for the line, urban sprawl could make it unviable.” Current Infrastructure Minister Warren Truss said the Government is considering

what role high speed rail could play as part of Australia’s long term transport planning. “I plan... to consult with the states and the ACT to ascertain their support for the proposal and their willingness to begin the next step – reserving the corridor for a future high speed rail line,” Mr Truss said.

Council invites feedback on:

1. A draft 10-year plan to upgrade and manage Camperdown Park and Oval

Sydney’s food truck sensation is here to stay

The City of Sydney is now looking for more food truck operators, with up to 50 truck permits available over the next two years.

View the full reports and have your say: • •

Online at www.marrickville.nsw.gov.au At Council’s Administration Centre, 2-14 Fisher Street, Petersham (Monday to Friday 8.30am-5.00pm) • At Marrickville, Stanmore, Dulwich Hill and St Peters Libraries Documents will remain on public exhibition until Tuesday 3 June 2014, at which times submissions will close.

Community information sessions will be held on Camdenville Park and May Lane precinct proposals on Wednesday 14 May, 5.00pm-7.00pm and Sunday 25 May, 3.00pm-5.00pm at Tom Foster Community Centre, 11-13 Darley Street, Newtown.

For more information, contact the City’s food truck team on 02 9265 9333 or email sydneyfoodtrucks@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

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The new Local Approvals Policy for Mobile Food Vending Vehicles, and How to open a food truck or food van guide are available at cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/mobile-food-vendors

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The City of Sydney Council has endorsed our much-loved food truck program as a permanent part of our street culture, following a successful two-year trial.

2. A draft 10-year plan to upgrade and manage Camdenville Park/May Lane precinct proposals including options for a new way to manage street art and graffiti/ options for traffic and pedestrian safety in May Lane, St Peters and surrounding streets.

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New program to relieve demand for hospitals

Police appeal after spate of robberies

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he Sydney Local Health District is offering a new service, Hospital in the Home, incorporating the Sydney District Nursing service. Hospital in the Home provides specific types of acute care without requiring hospital admission, either in the patient’s own home or in one of four new clinics located throughout the District. The District’s Clinical Director of Aged, Chronic Care and Rehabilitation, Dr John Cullen, said evidence showed both patients and the health system benefited

from access to acute care in settings other than a hospital stay. “In the past three months, Hospital in the Home has provided 1,218 occasions of service and treated 245 patients in their own homes who would otherwise have occupied an inpatient hospital bed,” Dr Cullen said. “The evidence shows that this model results in improved outcomes including reduced levels of confusion and delirium.” The Acting General Manager of Community Health Services, Miranda Shaw, said that while Sydney District Nursing had a new name, it had provided care to the community for more than 100 years.

etectives investigating a spate of armed robberies in Sydney have released CCTV footage from one of the armed robberies in Lewisham in the hope it will prompt community members with information to come forward. The Robbery and Serious Crime Squad are investigating 13 robbery incidents, which they believe may be linked to one core group. The incidents date from September 21 last year through to February 11 this year and include the attempted armed robbery of a bowling club in Hurlstone Park, the armed robbery of a pub in Canterbury, the theft of a blue Honda Accord from a property on Windsor Road, Dulwich Hill, and the armed robbery of a pub in Lewisham. The latter robbery took place about 11.50pm on Monday, December 16, 2013 when three men, all of whom had their faces covered, entered a pub on Hunter Street in Lewisham. The men threatened staff members with their weapons, before accessing an office where they were able to steal an amount of cash. They subsequently left in a white Holden Commodore, the same vehicle they arrived in.

An armed gunman threatens a staff member during the Lewisham hotel robbery The Commander of the Robbery and Serious Crime Squad, Detective Superintendent Luke Moore, said police are hoping the release of vision will prompt community members to come forward with information. “If you have information concerning any of these incidents – whether it relates to something you saw or something you have heard, or even someone you suspect may be involved – please do get in touch,” he said. “You can provide information anonymously and securely. We don’t need to know who you are; all we need is the information you have to hand.”

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Three drivers caught drink driving in operation

Grocer cashier threatened with knife in robbery

Over the ANZAC Day long weekend, Marrickville police conducted a large number of Random Breath Tests, both at stationary sites and via targeting random vehicles. Three drivers were charged over this period including a 42-year-old female driver who was charged with ‘Mid Range PCA’ at a stationary site on Stanmore Road. She was issued with a Court Attendance Notice and her licence was suspended. A 30-year-old male driver was charged with ‘Low Range PCA’, at the same site. This driver had a seven-year-old boy and an eight-year-old girl in the rear seat of the car at the time. The driver was issued with a Court Attendance Notice. A 51-year-old male driver was charged with ‘Low Range PCA’ after being stopped in Dulwich Hill.

Police are investigating an armed robbery at Newtown this week. About 5.45pm on Monday, April 28, a man armed with a knife entered a grocery shop on King Street. The man threatened a 28-year-old male cashier before leaving the shop with cash and cigarettes. No-one was injured during the incident. Newtown Police are appealing to the public for information about a man who may be able to assist with their inquiries. He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged 20 to 25 years, 150 to 155cm tall, and with a slim build. At the time of the incident, the man was wearing a white, long-sleeved, hooded jacket; long, dark-blue pants; black sunglasses; and white runners.

Man throws glass at a woman and punches another in face

Man crashes stolen truck on Harbour Bridge and flees

At about 11.30pm last Friday, a 24-year-old woman had a brief conversation with an unknown man at a hotel in King Street. It’s alleged the man threw a glass in her face, before punching her 28-year-old female friend in the face. The man then fled the hotel with another woman and emergency services were notified. The 24-year-old woman was taken to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital for treatment for a cut to her lip. Her friend did not seek medical attention. Following an investigation by detectives from Newtown Police, a 34-year-old man was charged with two counts of ‘assault occasioning actual bodily harm’.

A 43-year-old Dulwich Hill man has been charged after a single vehicle crash on the Sydney Harbour Bridge last Wednesday. About 6.40pm on Wednesday, April 23, a small truck was travelling along the Harbour Bridge and was involved in a minor collision with a concrete divider. The man ran from the truck and climbed onto the pedestrian walkway where he was detained by security personnel until police arrived. Officers from Sydney City Local Area Command attended and arrested the 43-year-old man. The truck was found to be stolen from a business on The Crescent, Annandale. The man was charged with offences including ‘take and drive conveyance without consent’.

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Get set for gas prices to rise IPART likely to approve price increase in the middle of winter

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arrickville families could see their gas bills rise by over $150 in the next two years after the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) indicated that in June it may approve a 16.9 per cent price rise for the year 2014-15. Last week, IPART released its draft report on gas prices, and said that rising wholesale gas prices were unavoidably pushing up costs. “The ability to export Liquid Natural Gas is driving a structural change in eastern Australia’s wholesale gas market, and increasingly domestic gas prices will be influenced by what is happening in world gas markets,” said IPART’s Dr Peter Boxall. If approved this will be the third consecutive rise in gas prices and the bad news for families is that depending on where you live, your bill could increase by about $159 to $225. And small business would be hurt too, with a predicted increase of $709 next year to an average small business customer. Rising gas network costs are also contributing to the regulated price increase for AGL, the major supplier of gas to NSW’s small customers like homes, however, less

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than 25 per cent of small customers are on regulated prices. “Most NSW gas consumers are already on market contracts rather than regulated prices, and we anticipate further competition among retailers as a result of electricity price deregulation. This should lead to more competitive energy pricing and better service standards for customers,” Dr Boxall said. NSW Opposition Leader John Robertson said that the Federal Government should be looking at formulating a national gas reservation policy to reduce world market pressures on local prices. “An increase in gas prices in the middle of winter will only make things harder for families right across the state,” he said. “One solution to alleviate gas prices is to have local gas meet the needs of Australian businesses and households first before it is exported overseas. “We need national consistency and national action to keep our gas prices in check.” IPART is taking submissions on the proposed price increases before May 21. Visit www.ipart.nsw.gov.au for details. Consumers can compare gas and electricity offers and find the best deal for them on the independent website energymadeeasy.gov.au.

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ver the past 10 years the Men’s Shed movement has grown to the point where there are now over 1,000 Men’s Sheds across Australia. But if you’re looking for a women’s shed in Sydney, the only place you find one is in Dulwich Hill. The Inner West Women’s Shed was started a year ago by Cherie Thompson who was listening to a discussion about Men’s Sheds at Marrickville Council’s Seniors Reference Group and asked why there wasn’t a women’s shed.

“Lyn Frankovich, Marrickville Council’s Strategic Community Projects Officer (Ageing) was very helpful,� Ms Thompson said. “She guided the group through the set-up process, helped us become a fully incorporated association, and has provided additional support.� In the past year, the group has grown steadily to a membership of around 50. “Our members are generally women who have recently retired or are seeking to develop their creative selves,� Ms Thompson said. The Shed meets every Wednesday from 12pm to 3pm at the Seaview Street Hall.

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Greens fearful of WestConnex impact as Mayor prepares to sign MOU

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Greens councillors and local residents at Petersham Park: Cr Sylvie Ellsmore, Cr David Leary, Bill Holliday, Cassi Plate, John Hyde and Cr Max Phillips Marrickville Councillor David Leary has raised concerns that local parks near Parramatta Road may have land resumed for on and off ramps for the WestConnex. Cr Leary has called on the NSW Government to reveal which local parks may be at risk from the proposed motorway. “We already know that the WestConnex motorway threatens to chew up large chunks of Tempe Reserve and the Tempe wetlands in the South of Marrickville. Just over the border in Ashfield the State Government has also confirmed that WestConnex will cut through Ashfield Park,” Cr Leary said. “They’ve said there will be on and off ramps in the Taverners Hill and Camperdown areas. Are local parks such as Petersham Park and Camperdown Oval to face the onslaught of the WestConnex bulldozers?” Cr Leary said the State Government had provided very little detail on the WestConnex not just on the sites of on and off ramps but also exhaust stacks. “We have looked at where stacks have been built on other motorways and we have real concerns about where they might be built here,” Cr Leary said. He said Council will debate a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) next week between Local Councils affected by WestConnex and the State Government in relation to governance and planning processes for WestConnex. “Council is being asked by Mayor Jo Haylen to give her the authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of Marrickville Council,” Cr Leary said. “The Greens will not support Mayor

Haylen’s motion in relation to this agreement because it contains no clear commitments to protect local parks from WestConnex.” In response Mayor Haylen said the MOU contains a, “commitment to no detrimental effects for established and historic residential and recreation areas,

We have looked at where stacks have been built on other motorways and we have real concerns about where they may be built here – Cr David Leary particularly Petersham Park and Camperdown Oval, as a result of entry/exit points to the motorway” and the Greens councillors were sent this wording six weeks ago and had not raised any objections until now. “The idea that I am not out to protect local parks is offensive,” Mayor Haylen said. The WestConnex Delivery Authority said this section of WestConnex was still at an early stage of development. “As with all stages of the project, WDA will carefully consider a range of impacts, including on green space, in developing its designs,” the WDA spokesperson said.

Two men assaulted him for a short period of time and then the two men ran the opposite way onto Short Street. Police from Leichhardt Local Area Command were contacted and with the assistance of the dog unit searched the area unsuccessfully. A crime scene was established and examined by specialist forensic officers. Inquiries into the matter are continuing and police are appealing for anyone with information that could assist detectives to come forward. Contact police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Police have commenced inquires after a two men were assaulted during a home invasion in Leichhardt. About 8.30pm on Wednesday, a 28-year-old man opened the front door of his house on Derbyshire Road and two men forced their way in. The two men demanded items from the man and punched him in the head and body. A short time later a male friend attended the house and was also assaulted by the two men. He managed to get free from the men and ran from the home. They chased

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Newtown artist is looking for help from local residents for a public art project. The project called ‘The Portal’ will be exhibited at the Newtown Art Seat, just near The Hub, in November and December this year. Artist Pia Larsen plans to fill the cylindrical space with a range of reconfigured literary material and objects and images. “The majority of the artwork will be created using altered books, printed images, folded paper and text using the depth of the space to create high relief areas in the work,” Ms Larsen said. “Each section will focus on a particular place but link in to the adjoining panels to create a cohesive whole.” Ms Larsen is interested in talking to people across the community, to collect material – written, visual and verbal – relating to the Newtown area. “I want to hear how local people interact with the community and their impressions of this area’s past, present and future,” she said. “I want to create a portal into the myriad of lives lived in my local community.” Ms Larsen plans to buy and collect material for the artwork from iconic local places

such as, Gould’s Bookshop, mag nation, St Vincent de Paul, the Cat Protection Society, Sydney University and the Addison Road Community Centre. Material will include poetry, philosophy, fiction, food, travel, fashion, design, visual art, science and sport. “My intention with this project was to interact with the community at a deeper level in terms of my concept and see what emerges from that interaction and creative response to the material gathered during the year,” Ms Larsen said. “It has already become evident that people were not aware of the Art Seat before talking to me and often don’t move far beyond their place of work and it will be interesting to review my interactions in September when I complete the interview process.” The Art Seat is in the square between Australia Street and King Street in Newtown. It provides local, emerging and established artists a space where experimental and non-commercial art can be showcased to the community. Interested residents can contribute to the project by meeting and reminiscing with Pia, or by providing objects, photographs, or other materials. She can be contacted on p.larsen@optusnet.com.au.

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ust over a year ago, more than 1100 people were killed and over 2500 injured when the Rana Plaza garment factory complex in Bangladesh collapsed. The disaster highlighted the appalling working conditions in countries such as Bangladesh and led to calls for Australian fashion labels and retailers to commit to ethical clothing standards. Celia Morris from Newtown fashion brand and store Dragstar said the anniversary of the disaster, April 24, has been branded Fashion Revolution Day. “On this first anniversary of the Rana Plaza disaster, we’ll start by remembering its victims and raising awareness of the fashion industry’s biggest challenges,” Ms Morris said. “To put our plan for a better fashion world into action, this year we’re asking one simple question: Who Made Your Clothes?” Ms Morris said all Dragstar’s clothes are made by people in the Inner West. “My denims are sewn by a person in Petersham and my wovens are done in Marrickville,” she said. However, she feels this is very much the exception rather than the rule in the Australian clothing industry. “When I started there were a lot of Australian manufacturers but there were

Celia Morris wants more ethical clothing also tariffs on imported clothing,” Ms Morris said. “The moment they got rid of them, the amount of clothing that started coming into the country was mind blowing. All of a sudden, there was all this cheap clothing. To compete you had to specialise and find a niche.” She felt she was lucky to have a lot of loyal customers who kept her business going but she was in the minority. The Fashion Revolution group said it was particularly disappointing to hear that a week after the Rana Plaza disaster, many brands couldn’t say whether their clothes were made in the building or not.

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f you’re looking for some high-quality second-hand clothing or your wardrobe is already bursting with designer names you want to offload, the Round She Goes Market is returning to Marrickville Town Hall on Saturday, May 17. The markets were first held in Marrickville last year and organiser Emma Morris said they get women of all ages and backgrounds attending the market. “I think this is because anyone who has quality items to sell can book a stall and this means we’ve always got a diverse range of items,” Ms Morris said. “It’s not a vintage fair, which I think can be a bit like visiting an exhibition where you’re there to just look and admire. Round She Goes is about getting your shop on and fossicking for bargains, and I think the layout and atmosphere have to reflect that.” She described Round She Goes as an ecofriendly fashion market just for women. “Since I was a teenager I was an avid op-shopper and general fashion bargain hunter. And like all women sometimes I just have too much stuff and I need to have a clear out,” she said. “I give things to op-shops but then some

The Round She Goes markets are returning to Marrickville Town Hall items are just too good to give away. So I would look for ways to on-sell my clothes and that’s where the seed for the market was planted. “It’s an opportunity for anyone to book a stall and offload their unwanted quality preloved fashion items in a fun and friendly event.”

Ms Morris said the clothes should be good quality womenswear and either second-hand vintage, retro or preloved designer. She said they would reject stalls selling new stock, factory seconds, sportswear, menswear, childrenswear, etc. “This market is for women’s fashion only. Common brands sold are: Sass &

Bide, Scanlan & Theodore, Bettina Liano, Alannah Hill, Karen Walker, White Suede, Calvin Klein, Zara, Zimmerman, Morrissey, Wayne Cooper, Mimco, Louis Vuitton and Alice McCall,” she said. The Round She Goes Market will be on from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, May 17 at Marrickville Town Hall.

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performed by them to help individuals, organisations, events and communities around the nation. “More than six million Australians volunteer according to formal statistics,” said Mr Williamson. “What they achieve is worth more than $14 billion in economic terms – and much more than that in individual, social and community benefit.” Mr Williamson urged everyone to look at the posters and see if they could spot someone they know, or stay tuned to posts on Facebook and Twitter which will reveal the region and service represented in the pictures. “We can look at the photographs of the volunteers who enrich and build our community spirit, who help us when we are healing and need support, who make it possible for us to prepare, respond and recover in times of disaster or emergencies and we feel like we know them,” he said. “The wonderful reality is that they are all unique individuals, but together they tell the powerful story of the extraordinary achievements only made possible by volunteers.”

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aking your first property purchase can be a daunting experience, especially for young investors struggling to secure their first loan in an increasingly competitive environment. Troy Gunasekera, National Manager of Property Club, Australia’s largest independent property group, believes that many young investors can be successful as long as they commit to getting their finances in order, do their research and develop the right mindset prior to applying for a loan. Property Club’s eight tips for young investors: 1. Develop the right mindset. Many young, first-time investors want to get rich straight away and don’t think of property as a long term commitment. 2. Keep a good credit record. While it may be common practice to pay bills past their due date and have some personal debt while you’re still young, this won’t do you any favours when trying to purchase an investment property. 3. Understand tax. If you’ve decided to purchase an investment property, now is the time to get serious about your taxes. Seek specific, tailored advice for your personal circumstance and make sure to choose an accountant who specialises in property tax, as

they will ensure your investment is as financially profitable as it can be. 4. Make a habit of saving. Although saving may seem like an impossible task while you’re young and starting out, lenders look for evidence of consistent savings over time, so it’s important to start now. 5. Lean on your parents. In such an increasingly competitive market, many young home buyers are using the parental guarantor system to secure an investment property where the 20 per cent deposit toward their purchase is held against their parents’ home asset. 6. Develop a strategy before purchasing. Developing an investment strategy is an extremely important component many young investors fail to apply. 7. Learn to negotiate. Many young investors lack the ability to negotiate a property’s price or take a stance with a builder. It takes a lot of confidence to be able to negotiate a price, but if you can you have a much better chance of getting a better deal not only with the property itself, but with any renovations or work that needs to be done in the future. 8. Take advantage of growth cycles. The more time you spend in the market, the more profitable your asset becomes.

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One of the world’s most-recognisable cruise ships is rapidly becoming no more: TV’s famous 1970s and 1980s Love Boat is fast being reduced to scrap-metal at a wrecker’s yard in Turkey. Launched in 1970, the Love Boat sailed as Princess Cruise Lines’ Pacific Princess from 1975 until 2002, with 249 episodes of the TV sitcom being shot aboard between 1977 and 1986. Massive audiences worldwide were apparently unable in that time to get enough of Captain Stubing, Doc, Gopher, bartender Isaac, Cruise Director Julie, photographer Ace and the rest of them. Pacific Princess was sold in 2008 to

budget-holiday company Quail Cruises that operates out of Valencia, but was finally deemed too old and costly to keep pace with liners of the modern age, and in 2012 was sold for a last time and towed to the Turkey scrap yard – only just making it there after taking on water and an unhealthy list during the tow. She’s now being rapidly reduced into the proverbial razor blades, making for a sad ending to an illustrious cruising and TV career. If you loved ‘The Love Boat’, this is certainly a sad story but the good news is that its legacy lives on thanks to cable TV and reruns.

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T Craig Lynch research that most Australians want to prevent drink driving and they would use a range of strategies to do it. “Just six per cent of people surveyed said they wouldn’t take any action at all, and from my experience they either wanted to avoid an ugly confrontation or they believed it was simply none of their business. “The bottom line is, as community members we need to weigh up whether it’s worth staying silent just to avoid a single moment of awkwardness.” Mr Lynch said responsible drinking messages seemed to be making an impact, but it would be a mistake to rest on our laurels. “It’s troubling that people are still driving, or at least attempting to drive, while drunk or drugged, so we must continue campaigning and keeping it relevant, especially for younger people,” he said. “We tend to think less about consequences once we’ve been drinking, so the key will be to urge people to make arrangements for a designated driver or taxi before going out. “Don’t put your mates and loved ones in the terrible position of having to stop you from drink driving.”

malicious software that allows scammers to remote access into your computer and watch you entering personal information such as online banking details. Once scammers have your personal information, they can steal your money or your identity. Reports have also surfaced about scammers approaching consumers via phone, SMS and post. “Scammers will try every trick in the book to get a hold of your money,” ACCC Deputy Chair Delia Rickard said. “The ACCC has received over 300 contacts about this scam this year but what is reported is often just the tip of the iceberg.”

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ustralians would go to great lengths to stop their family and friends from drink or drug driving, with new research revealing one in 12 people would call the police on their mates, while one in seven would actually remove an engine part to immobilise their vehicle. Slater & Gordon Lawyers surveyed more than 2,000 Australians with nearly half (47 per cent) saying they had been with someone who had driven or wanted to drive their car while under the influence of alcohol or drugs – more than a quarter (26 per cent) said it happened at least once a month. Motor vehicle accident lawyer, Craig Lynch said the vast majority (81 per cent) of Australians who had been around someone when they were about to drink or drug drive said they had taken it upon themselves to prevent them from getting behind the wheel “Alcohol continues to be a major factor in serious casualties on our nation’s roads with more than one quarter of fatal crashes involving a driver who is under the influence,” Mr Lynch said. “Our research backs these road crash statistics, by showing that everyday Australians are dealing with friends and loved ones who are still wanting to drive after a few drinks or taking drugs. “Importantly though, a huge majority of people clearly know the devastating impact road trauma can have, and they are actually taking steps to prevent it.” Mr Lynch said the top ways that Australians had or would prevent drink or drug driving were: reasoning with the drinker (53 per cent), hiding their keys (48 per cent), ordering a taxi (47 per cent), giving them a lift home (43 per cent) or enlisting help from others (28 per cent). Respondents could choose multiple answers. “All motor vehicle accidents are preventable, but drink driving incidents are particularly senseless. And decades of research tells us that the crash impact and subsequent injuries can be more significant when alcohol is involved,” he said. “It’s a really positive sign from this

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Mother’s Day Feature

There’s a gift for every type of mum this Mother’s Day ext Sunday is the day that mums across the local area will be woken up by excited children, showered with gifts and spoilt until they can be spoilt no further. Sunday, May 11, is Mother’s Day and there is no doubt that all mums deserve to be thanked for what they do for their families all year long. But how to say thank you to someone who has given so much to you is the real dilemma for many dads, sons and daughters. Most mums will appreciate a gift no matter what they are given but it often helps to get her something that is a little outside the box. Many local people will find themselves short of ideas for a unique, physical gift and in that case, an experience gift is the way to go. A surprise pair of tickets to see her favourite band or a new movie, a dinner voucher to an expensive restaurant or, if she’s a thrill seeker, a spot on a skydiving trip are sure ways to keep any mum smiling on her special day. Though, if money is an issue, a carefully

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prepared picnic will do the trick. Take the time to make sandwiches, cook some treats and wrap it all up in a little basket before taking mum out for a surprise picnic on the special day. There are always those extra generous mums out there who insist they don’t want a gift, so why not give to someone else on their behalf? The Breast Cancer Institute of Australia says that a donation to them on behalf of mum can be the best Mother’s Day gift ever. “Our aim is to save every life and to create a future free of breast cancer for generations to come,” said the Institute’s Jenny Leggett. “The more funds we can raise, the more clinical trials can be conducted – and the quicker we can get safe and effective targeted treatments for each woman to give her the best chance of long term cure. “Your gift to our Mother’s Day Research Appeal could help our researchers find the next breakthrough in breast cancer treatment and prevention. “For many women and their families, that would be the best Mother’s Day gift of all.”

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There are many claims to the Holy Grail but one of the most legitimate is in a church in Valencia, Spain...

izarre is possibly the kindest way of describing many of the claims made about the resting place of the Holy Grail, the cup that Jesus supposedly drank from at the Last Supper. Europe alone has some two hundred claimed “Holy Grails” in numerous shapes and sizes, and other claimants of its whereabouts will assure you that it’s displayed or hidden in places as far as Canada’s Nova Scotia, parts of England, the little town of Accokeek in Maryland USA, Scotland, and in the Middle East. But of all of these claims, long has a church in Valencia in Spain been the strongest tip for having the genuine thing. The Basilica of the Assumption of our Lady of Valencia (also known simply as Valencia Cathedral) draws tens of thousands of the faithful, as well as the simply inquisitive, each year to lay eyes on the sacred chalice in its Holy Grail Chapel. Valencians say they have proof that their Holy Grail dates from the 1st century, and point out that St Peter had taken the revered cup to Rome after the Last Supper,

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and that it had been kept there by successive Popes over several hundred years. And then in 713AD it had been taken to the Pyrenees, and after that been given to the King of Aragon in Spain’s north-east in 1399. Upon the king’s death in 1410, it was then given to the Royal Family in Barcelona, and 14 years later, the Valencians say, to the Valencia Palace, which in turn had donated it to their Cathedral in 1437. In November 1982 Pope John Paul II celebrated the Eucharist with the Holy Chalice in the Valencia Cathedral, and Pope Benedict XVI did likewise in July 2006. And while many who see Valencia’s claimed Holy Grail for the first time are initially surprised at its bejewelled ornateness, Cathedral staff are quick to point out that “the relic” as they refer to it, is purely the upper part only – a simple bowl-shaped cup of finely polished, dark brown agate. The exquisitely engraved golden handles and stem, and the jewel-encrusted alabaster base were added later, cathedral staff say, probably in the Medieval period. But whether you are interested in the Holy Grail or not, or believe it lies elsewhere around the world, a trip to Valencia Cathedral should still be a top priority for any traveller.

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You have an eclectic array of talents but they won’t truly blossom until you nurture them with the help of a teacher or mentor. And when will they appear? When the student is ready! Expect some communication problems on Sunday but don’t worry about living up to the expectations of others. You’ll never fit the mold of what they think.

PISCES FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

When it comes to money, avoid making impulsive decisions that land you deeper in debt. What looks like a divine deal now could end up being a financial fiasco. Sunday is super for artists, actors, writers and musicians, as your creativity takes flight. Be inspired by Albert Einstein: “Imagination is more important than knowledge”.

ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

Personal relations and money matters are in the firing line this week Rams, as you have a disagreement with a loved one; or experience some difficulty with a joint financial arrangement. With Mars (your ruling planet) still reversing through your relationship zone, it will take a touch of tact and oodles of diplomacy (though that’s not your strong suit) to get things back on track again.

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You’re very focused on professional projects at the moment but don’t put all your eggs in the one basket. Diversify your interests; expand your contacts; experiment with creative ideas and keep your options open. Avoid making important decisions on Sunday, when your Cat confidence takes a dive and you’re being negative.

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Mercury moves into your career zone so strengthen the lines of communication with colleagues, clients or customers. You’re at your versatile best on Saturday when you’re in the mood to work, analyse, study, clean, tidy, solve tricky problems and multi-task. On Sunday, things become confusing as Neptune scrambles signals.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Avoid the strong temptation to blow the budget with some spontaneous binge shopping. Saturn cautions you to be unusually sensible, and save rather than spend. Librans are master diplomats, with the ability to calm and console those around them. You’ll certainly be working overtime this weekend, as you soothe a worried family member or a stressed work mate.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Venus and Mars face off on the weekend, which sends ripples of discontent through a major relationship. Attached Taureans – your love life looks problematic, as you and your partner seem to be heading in opposite directions. Take the time to re-connect and find some middle ground. Single Bulls are you sending the wrong message?

This week is fabulous for taking a complicated situation and examining it under your forensic microscope. You’ll impress others with what you discover! But on Sunday the Sun opposes Saturn, which increases your tendency to be critical of yourself (and others). Strive to keep your Scorpio sting under control.

GEMINI MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Mercury moves into your sign mid-week so you’re in the mood to mix and mingle; socialise and circulate. But let others know that you also need the time to tackle individual projects. On Sunday, don’t jump to conclusions about a child, teenager or friend. If you look into the situation more deeply, you’ll see the broader picture.

On Tuesday the Sun and Jupiter activate your adventurous gene so it’s time to experiment and explore, as you seize the day. Mercury then marches through your relationship zone, from May 8 to 29. Attached Archers – get talking with your spouse. Singles – look beyond the exterior package that a potential partner presents.

CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Wednesday’s stern aspects are likely to put cranky Crabs into hyper-sensitive mode. So be super selective about who you mix with, as you’re liable to misread signals and misunderstand motives. There’s some respite on Saturday (which is super for working and socialising) but process information carefully on Sunday.

Your ambitious goals may seem unreachable but don’t be discouraged. With plenty of planning and persistence, you can make your dreams come true. You’re keen to work hard this weekend but don’t let your perfectionist streak get out of control. Consider the words of Salvador Dali, “Mistakes are almost always of a sacred nature.”

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The majority of Australians followed Princess Kate, Prince William and baby George’s tour of the country during the last two weeks of April and if you weren’t following the tour, it was shoved in your face by the media anyway. We watched as they planted trees, met famous Australians and shook hands with the public but more importantly, we watched the Duchess’ wardrobe changes with envious eyes as she pulled off the most beautiful, elegant and oh-soappropriate outfits. I loved following her – well really, her stylist’s – outfits of choice each day, often feeling a little stab of jealousy with each wardrobe change. I was in love with the yellow number, by Roksanda Ilincic, but it was both the baby pink Alexander McQueen ensemble that she wore in Adelaide and the Zimmerman number she wore to Manly that really had my attention. I also found it hard to miss her obvious love for wedges, which she wore in different styles on a number of occasions. Wedges are a sensible shoe choice that I would totally stand by in most situations, except for at the beach. Come on Kate, I know that you don’t have amazing beaches back home but surely you know that it’s thongs or nothing on the sand! I cringed during her Manly visit, watching her toddle through the sand in a pair of – lovely but not quite appropriate – tan wedges and couldn’t stop thinking about how much time it would take her to remove all the sand from her shoes. For most of us, the right shoe choice depends on the person and we often figure it out through trial and error but really, there are some situations where the choice should be obvious. When you are going out for a night, to a place where you know there will be a lot of walking, never wear heels. Wedges are passable but stilettos are a definite no-no, not only for your own benefit but its break my heart to see a beautiful shoe ruined from too much walking. I pretty much live in thongs during summer but I have learnt to exclude them from any outings that require walking... there’s nothing worse than a blister between your toes. Joggers are never, ever to be worn out to dinner or the beach.

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Aging is a normal process for every human being but it’s not necessarily a wanted one. There are plenty of products claiming to help reverse aging but none do much, if anything at all to really slow the process, so this study might be interesting to a lot of people... A University of California study says it has found the first evidence exercise, diet and meditation has an incredible effect on aging. The researchers say going on a health kick reverses aging, even at the cellular level. The study looked at 35 men with prostate cancer. Those who changed their lifestyle had demonstrably younger cells in genetic terms. The researchers saw visible cellular changes in the group of 10 men who switched to a healthy diet and stuck to a recommended timetable of exercise and stress-busting meditation and yoga. The changes related to protective caps at the end of our chromosomes, called telomeres. Their role is to safeguard the end of the chromosome and to prevent the loss of genetic information during cell division. As we age and our cells divide, our telomeres get shorter – their structural integrity weakens, which can tell cells to stop dividing and die. Researchers have been questioning whether this process might be inevitable or something that could be halted or even reversed. Prof Dean Ornish and colleagues measured telomere length at the beginning of their study and again after five years. Among the 10 men with low-risk prostate cancer who made comprehensive lifestyle changes, telomere length increased significantly by an average of 10 per cent. In comparison, telomere length decreased by an average of three per cent in the remaining 25 men who did not make any lifestyle changes. “But past work has shown that people who lead a sedentary lifestyle can experience accelerated cellular aging in the form of more rapid shortening of their telomeres,” he said. “Comprehensive lifestyle changes may significantly reduce the risk of a wide variety of diseases including heart disease, and a variety of cancers and premature mortality.”

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New generation of disco fans flock to Boney M gigs hen young, aspiring performer Maizie Williams was spotted in a restaurant and asked to join newly formed band Boney M, she had no idea that four decades later her hits would still be playing on the radio.

“We could not imagine what to expect and once we were over there, I mean, people love music wherever you go… they were singing along to them. “They were up out of their seats dancing and having a good time. We thought they were just going to be very stiff, very just sit there and stare at us or whatever, but no, they were partying with us and that was wonderful.” After starting as a close four-piece group, Boney M had numerous line-up changes throughout the recent decades, but were devastated when original member Bobby Farrell passed away in 2010. “Bobby is highly missed… he was like a

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Williams, who comes from the West Indies and was raised in the UK, was working as a model and doing theatre work in 1975 when she was unexpectedly asked to join Boney M. “I was sent to Germany for a fashion show over there for a couple of weeks… the strangest thing, that’s where I was approached, I was sitting in a restaurant and I was approached by an agent to join this group that they were planning,” she said. “They wanted to put this group together and they heard about me from someone in the show... of course I gave it a try, and the rest is history.” Accepting the offer would turn out to be the best career move Williams ever made, with Boney M becoming one of the most iconic bands of the 1970’s and dominating the charts with their catchy disco songs. The group, originally made up of Williams and three other performers, were so popular that their songs still receive airplay, with tracks such as ‘Rasputin’, ‘Sunny’, ‘Daddy Cool’, ‘Rivers of Babylon’ and others defining an era. Still touring across the globe today, Boney M has found that their crowd numbers haven’t wavered despite the decades since their album releases, with original fans of the band passing on their music taste to younger generations. “We have all the fans from the 70’s still and then we have the children of the fans from the 70’s and then we have the children of the children of the fans from the 70’s so we have all the generations,” Williams said. “I think today we have a lot of young people who are fans of Boney M because they know the music from the parents… it’s amazing because we get very, very young children at our concerts, the age of five and eight and all that, and they’re singing along, and it’s like ‘how do they know this song?’,” she said. Boney M will be visiting Australia on tour next month, with a show at Rooty Hill RSL on Thursday, June 19 that Williams promises will be filled with “hits, hits and more hits and lots of energy”. Fans can expect all of the band’s classic songs and a fun, party-like atmosphere. “I do love all the Boney M songs because they’re all different, they’re all different in their own right, they have different melo-

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dies, they all have different characters, different meanings and they’re all great songs to sing along with… they fit into every occasion,” she said. They are also well-loved across country borders and cultural divides, as the band discovered in the late 1970’s when they toured to the Soviet Union,

which Williams classifies as one of the highlights of her career. “It was the Russians who invited us over, and the amazing thing is we were the first western entertainers to enter the iron curtain so we actually opened the iron curtain for everyone else to go in and that was in 1977,” she said.

brother and he was my friend, and there will never be another one like him just like there will never be another Michael Jackson or another Whitney Houston or whatever,” Williams said of her band mate. With no end in sight to the nostalgia for Boney M’s bright, catchy tunes, Williams said that she believes the band will be remembered for generations to come. “Our music turned out to be something that I have to say I’m very proud of,” she said reflecting on their success. “To be quite honest, I think we have delivered and the fact that we are still here today and there’s still a demand for our music means that we’ve done something right… I’m quite overwhelmed really,” she said. Boney M will be performing at Rooty Hill RSL on Thursday, June 19 at 8pm. Tickets are $60. For bookings or more information, call 9625 5500 or visit www. rootyhillrsl.com.au.

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‘Trainspotting’ has always been controversial. Welsh’s 1993 novel of the Edinburgh heroin scene was reportedly left off the shortlist for the Booker Prize because it offended the sensibilities of two of the judges. Danny Boyle’s 1996 movie starring Ewan McGregor and Robert Carlyle was nominated for an Academy Award for best adapted screenplay but was attacked by American Senator Bob Dole for its ‘depravity’. In between, Harry Gibson adapted the novel for the stage taking it to the Edinburgh Festival before a highly successful and controversial run on the West End where it won the Sunday Times award for best new play in 1995.

TRAINSPOTTING KING ST THEATRE MAY 8-24 Black Box Theatre is bringing Gibson’s play to the King Street Theatre in Newtown starting from Thursday, May 8. It stars a group of fine young Inner West actors including Leichhardt’s

Damien Carr in the lead role of Marc Renton who at times wants to give up heroin but at other times celebrates the drug. Carr has a strong theatre resume including roles in ‘The Glass Menag-

erie’, ‘Two Gentlemen of Verona’ and ‘Cosi’. Marrickville’s Taylor Beadle-Williams takes on all the female roles in the play, primarily Alison, a junkie and mother of baby Dawn, who lives with Renton and other characters in a share house. Stanmore’s Brendan Taylor plays a number of parts include Simon ‘Sick Boy’ Williamson, Renton’s oldest friend, and the alcoholic Tommy Murphy. Annandale’s Leigh Scully takes on two of the play’s most challenging roles, the ultra violent Franco Begbie and drug-dealer Johnnie ‘Mother Superior’ Swan. The production is directed by Luke Berman whose credits include ‘Playmates’, ‘Proof’ and ‘Glengarry Glen Ross’. It may be more than 20 years since the novel Trainspotting was first published but the story retains an intensity and rawness that makes us realise the dark side of life is often closer than we realise. It could well be one of the better theatre experiences of the year. Trainspotting is at the King Street Theatre, Thursdays to Saturdays 7.30pm from Thursday, May 8 to Saturday, May 24. Tickets are $27 to $32 and bookings can be made at www.blackboxtheatre.org.

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HARRISON CRAIG Saturday, May 10 Revesby Workers’ Club After an excellent series of ‘The Voice 2013’, Harrison Craig will exhibit his angelic voice in a brand new concert series for Mothers Day, singing both songs performed during his time on ‘The Voice’ as well as some new selections from his stellar album L.O.V.E. This is the perfect way to spend Mother’s Day and let mum know just how much you love her. Give her two tickets and you might just be lucky to be invited along! Tickets are available at premier.ticketek.com.au.

A DATE WITH EFFIE Thursday, May 8 – Sunday, May 11 The Factory Theatre Effie is one of Australia’s most beloved characters and now is your chance to see the Logie-Award winning star live in person. Since the birth of her baby, boofhead, she’s looking for a husband, preferably one that’s loaded. Now it’s up to you to help Effie find love, you never know, it may just be you! Get your tickets now at premier.ticketek. com.au.

DIZZEE RASCAL Wednesday, May 7 The Enmore Theatre

DANIEL REEVES Saturday, May 3 The Newsagency, Marrickville Daniel Reeves is an Australian talent with a passion for melody. His songs capture entirely the spirit of the country. Daniel has seen great success with radio play on Cairns FM, ONE FM and performances on ABC radio. In 2013 he released two new CDs and supported Wes Carr in South Australia. Now you can see him with his intimate performance at The Newsagency. Doors open at 8pm.

‘LIVE SUNDAYS’ AT CRANE BAR Sundays until May 18 Crane Bar, Potts Point The Crane Bar is Sydney’s most vibrant Japanese bar and dining venue. ‘Live Sundays’ is on every week from 3pm to 7pm so bask in the Japanese inspired gardens and bring some friends along for some fantastic Japanese cuisine. This is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

ALEX WILLIAMSON Friday, May 2 The Enmore Theatre Alex Williamson is an online sensation with more than 1 million people having viewed his videos. Alex sure knows how to push the boundaries. He brings to the stage a multi-media comedy experience. Tickets are $39.90. See premier.ticketek.com.au.

Dizzee Rascal will return to Australia for his headlining tour of his new album, ‘The Fifth’, after his success at Future Music Festival in 2013. He has collaborated with artists such as Jessie J, Calvin Harris and Robbie Williams. He will have the ground shaking at The Enmore Theatre so make sure you’re there. Tickets can be bought for $84.10 from premier. ticketek.com.au.

AROUND THE WORLD IN 14 DAYS Begins Tuesday, May 20 Pine Street Creative Arts, Chippendale

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The world is a large place that changes from continent to continent, even city to city. This photographic exhibition exemplifies that the landscape unites us all. Despite the distance and differences around the world we can all be one is the message from the exhibition. Photographers including Ann Vadanega, April Ward, Beatriz Vargas, Gavin Brown, Robyn Hills, Michael Knapstein and Pauline Neilson have been included. Entry is free and more info can be found at pinestreet.com.au.

HOUSOS Friday, May 9 The Enmore Theatre Your favourite Sunnyvale bogans are headed your way. ‘Housos’ is one of the most controversially hilarious TV shows of our generation and now they’re bringing this controversy to the stage for an adventurous night that will have you and your friends entertained all night long! Tickets start at $34.90 and can be purchased at premier.ticketek.com.au.

THE ENCLAVE Until Saturday, May 3 Galleries UNSW ‘The Enclave’ was critically acclaimed at the 2013 Venice Biennale and for the first time will be exhibited in Australia at Galleries UNSW. Richard Mosse spent a year in the Democratic Republic of Congo observing rebel groups and captured the experience on infrared film. The beauty and violence of war can be seen in this amazing video experience.

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AFGHANISTAN Until June 15 NSW Art Gallery

Franky Walnut is a singer/songwriter born and raised in the Darling Downs of South East Queensland. His material examines what it is to be Australian, from songs about drinking and ogling women, to much more sensitive material covering love, friendship and bullying. He was once described as John Williamson meets Kevin Bloody Wilson without as much swearing. It is sure to be a hilariously entertaining evening. Tickets are $15 and available at premier.ticketek.com.au. Alternatively, check out his website at www.frankywalnut.com and listen to his new material!

The artefacts in this exhibition had been feared lost for many years. But museum staff in Kabul ensured that these treasures were kept safe and now they are on display at NSW Art Gallery. These items come from important sites at Silk Road. Adult tickets are $10 and more info can be found at www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au.

AMAZING WHALES Until Sunday, July 20 Australian National Maritime Museum

THE STRICTLY BALLROOM STORY Until November 9 The Powerhouse Museum

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To celebrate the global ‘Star Wars’ fan holiday, ‘May the 4th (be with you)’, Event Cinemas George Street will be bringing the originals back to the big screen. Don’t forget to get your best ‘Star Wars’ costume out of the closest because Event Cinemas will be holding a best dressed competition each day with movie passes and light sabers to be won. Dress up as Princess Leia, Han Solo or a Sith Lord! Cost is $25 per marathon.

It has been 30 years since ‘Strictly Ballroom’ sent the world into ballroom frenzy. This exhibition brings to you the design drawings, cast and set photos, performance and rehearsal clips and 40 amazing costumes created by Catherine Martin. Check out www.powerhousemuseum. com for all the details of the exhibition.

THE IMPROV SOAP OPERA Saturday May 3, 10 & 17 The Factory Theatre The best student improvisers in NSW team together to perform a character based improvisation ‘Soap Opera’ in the style of ‘The Bold and the Beautiful’ and ‘Neighbours’. However, the drama does not unfold on Ramsey Street but rather in the grounds of ‘Collage Grammar’, a leafy private academy where anything can happen. This is one Soap Opera you cannot miss. Tickets start at $15.

This exhibition has been designed to allow visitors to become immersed in the world of whales and begin to understand the importance of conserving these wonderful creatures. You will get to see the relationship between whales and humans in this interactive and exciting exhibition. Adults tickets cost $7 and children’s tickets cost $3.50.

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confess to being an unabashed Chardonnay lover, and put those who moan “Not Another Chardonnay” straight into the category of wine-snobs – seeing themselves above the thousands of us who make this varietal one of Australia’s best sellers. Match a seafood lunch or dinner and a good Charddy and we’re, well, we’re yours: just recently I shared with friends a lunch of seafood risotto with that great stand-by, Rosemount Estate’s Diamond Label Chardonnay. Not only was it a perfect pairing, this wine from the 2013 vintage was just $16 from our local bottle shop. Made from fruit drawn from Rosemount’s vineyards across that great sprawl dubbed “South Eastern Australia” and in this case much of it South Australia’s McLaren Vale, this is a wine that’s full of juicy, ripe peach, nectarine and melon flavours, a lemony zest and rich creamy almonds. Diamond Label Chardonnay is up there amongst Australia’s top-selling wines, and is a great match not just with seafood but with a whole host of other choices as well – from chicken or pork in creamy sauces to ham or cheese-based salads. One to note: Peter Logan is pretty blunt when it comes to self-analysis of his Logan Vintage ‘M’ Cuvee saying: “After 16 years, I think we’re getting there”. It certainly appears so, with his 2010 Logan Vintage ‘M’ Cuvee a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier from NSW’s Central Ranges that’s got savoury complex characters, a creamier mousse than earlier vintages, and a long finish. Pay just $35.

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MasterChef takes on The Voice Well who would have thought that all-round nice guy and chippy Scott Cam would walk away from last Sunday’s Logies a Gold Logie winner. The announcement of Cam as the recipient of Australian television’s highest honour came as a huge surprise to many, including myself. Cam has been the host of the very successful ‘The Block’ for a number of years.

Still on the Logies and it seems many people were happy with some things and not with others. The Logies did a great job of inducting late Nine News legend Peter Harvey into the Hall of Fame but the music performances and menial banter between awards were woeful. I was pleased the Gold Logie was announced at 11.08pm and not midnight like other years.

Congratulations to Extra Time columnist Erin Molan whose show ‘The Footy Show’ won a silver Logie for Best Sports Program. Also well done to Chris Lilley for finally being recognised for ‘Ja’mie’. Lilley picked up the Most Popular Actor Logie.

It’s finally happened, ‘The Voice’ has been given an airdate of this Sunday, May 4 at 6.30pm. The mega hit, now in its third season, will then continue every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7.30pm. It all kicks off with the best part, the Blind Auditions.

Also returning for another year is ‘MasterChef Australia’. Season six of the cooking franchise will get underway on Monday, May 5 at 7.30pm and will continue Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night. It will be interesting to see how ‘MasterChef’, will go up against ‘The Voice’.

Lastly, I caught the ‘Modern Family Down Under’ episode on Sunday night and I must say what a terrible bit of television that was. The plot was terrible, there was no storyline, it was all over the shop and it wasn’t even funny. I’m talking about a show that’s won multiple Emmy Awards and Globes!

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ydney Olympic continued their recent good form, recording an upset 1-0 away win over Blacktown City at Lilys Football Centre last Sunday afternoon. The game had the potential to be of ‘match of the round’ status with second (Blacktown) taking on fourth (Olympic), but it turned out to be a dour game with both sides having trouble getting their shots on target. City had two strikes early on, one from Travis Major and the other from Matthew Lewis, both of which went over the crossbar. Then it was Evan Kostopoulos’s turn to have a shot for Olympic but he sent it wide of the posts. Major managed to get a header on target in the 34th minute. He leapt at a cross from Ryuji Miyazawa but hit it straight at Olympic’s keeper Paul Henderson who took it comfortably. The teams went to half time with the scores locked at 0-0 and it was past the hour mark before the deadlock was broken. Kostopoulos made a run down the right hand side and was attempting to get around Blacktown defender Giorgio Speranza who lunged

at him. Referee Enrico Guerra awarded the penalty and Harris Gaitatzis made no mistake confidently placing the ball into the bottom corner of the net. Blacktown City raised their intensity in an attempt to salvage the game. Sasa Macura had a good shot that was unfortunately blocked by his own teammate Major. Then Major blew another opportunity sending a shot wide after a good cross from Danny Choi. Olympic chose not just to protect their lead but launched counter attacks against the City defence. Unfortunately, both Kostopoulos and Dimitri Hatzimouratis headed their shots over the bar. Blacktown continued to attack with Choi’s 88th minute shot blocked by Brayden Sorge and Jacob Poscoliero’s header cleared off the line shortly after. Kostopoulos was probably the difference between the two teams. He was involved in most of Olympic’s chances with his vision and poise on the ball a highlight. Next week, Olympic return to Belmore Oval where they will take on the third placed Sutherland Sharks in what promises to be another intense contest.

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