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From the editor Season’s greetings, dear readers.

As another festive season sneaks up like Santa to the tree, I’m reminded of sage advice gleaned from Australian artist Michael Leunig’s poignant “seven types of ordinary happiness” cartoon. These include “three minutes of happiness borrowed from a dog; the strange happiness associated with seeing a meteorite or shooting star; and diffuse residual happiness resulting from rhythmic domestic tasks such as washing the dishes”.

While expectations can lead us to believe we require all the bells and whistles to be happy, my favourite kind of happiness is “ordinary”, found in our everyday surroundings, in our everyday selves.

Reasons to be grateful this past week include our loyal readers and advertisers, working with a great team here at the Weekly through all the swings, roundabouts, ups and downs of 2020, revitalising yoga classes, a restorative group meditation with Eli, and an exceptional Sunday afternoon of live music from five brilliant local musicians – MissM, Marty K, Kim Yang, Lisa Richards and Lucy Sugerman – at Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo.

We’ll be bringing you one more edition of Canberra Weekly next Thursday 24 December before taking a well-earned break, returning with our first edition of 2021 on Thursday 7 January. So, if we don’t connect before then, may I take this opportunity to wish you peace, love, kindness and joy this festive season.

- Julie Samaras

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news Harbour to lake seaplane commute may be possible in 2021

Sydney Seaplanes intends for its new regional offshoot, Alt Air, to become Australia’s first fully electric, nil-emissions commercial airline. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

Heritage experts, noise monitors, dog walkers, parents with prams, politicians, aviation enthusiasts and business stakeholders squinted at the sky to watch a 15-seat electric seaplane make a soft splash in Lake Burley Griffin for the first time on Tuesday 15 December.

Sydney Seaplanes CEO Aaron Shaw said he hoped to have a regular

commercial passenger service from Rose Bay to the ACT up and running by the second half of 2021, pending approval from the National Capital Authority (NCA).

“There’s not many firsts left in aviation,” he said. “So for us here today to be the first seaplane to ever land on Lake Burley Griffin in the nation’s capital is a really momentous

moment for the pilots on the flight.”

Sydney Seaplanes pilot Andy Gross said his team chose the deepest lake water to make a landing, and amphibious planes could land in spectacular isolated spots.

“You can start in a massive city and end up in really remote locations!”

Mr Shaw said he expected business and government workers would be his most frequent customers.

NCA chair Terry Weber said the Authority will carry out a full consultation in early 2021.

“We had to get a plane to land first, so that we could touch it, feel it and hear it – albeit that I couldn’t hear too much,” he said.

Mr Weber anticipated feedback from rowers, sailors and other people who use the lake for recreation, and said “everyone will be heard”.

NCA chief executive Sally Barnes

said the board would be careful, methodical and measured when it came to the approval process.

“We need the lake to be the heart of the city, we need the heart to pump – but we definitely don’t want the heart to pass out from overuse,” she said.

ACT Senator Zed Seselja backed the initiative. He said the feedback he’d heard from the community was “overwhelmingly positive” and that people were excited by the concept of “enlivening” the lake.

If approved, the flights will take one hour from Sydney Harbour to Lake Burley Griffin, with just 10 minutes allocated to boarding and disembarkation.

While Mr Shaw wouldn’t speculate about the cost of a ticket, he said the airfare would be priced “very competitively”.

- Rosa Ritchie

Pettersson seeking to decriminalise hard drugs Labor MLA Michael Pettersson, who successfully moved to decriminalise personal possession of cannabis in the ACT last year, wants to decriminalise hard drugs like heroin, cocaine and ice, and direct people to health programs instead.

At present, possession of drugs of dependence or prohibited substances can incur 50 penalty units, a two-year prison sentence, or both, under the Drugs of Dependence Act 1989.

“Most Canberrans don’t think someone should go to jail for two years for the possession of small amounts of drugs for their own personal use,” Mr Pettersson said.

“I’ve brought forward a proposal to introduce a civil offence, and hopefully deter people from the criminal justice system and instead direct them to health services.”

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a bill to amend the Act – Drugs of Dependence (Personal Use) Amendment Bill 2021 – when the Legislative Assembly sits in February. A copy is available on his Facebook page for feedback.

If Mr Pettersson had his way, people found in possession of up to 2 grams of cocaine, ice, heroin, amphetamine, methadone, methylamphetamine, or psilocybin; 0.5 gm of ecstasy; or 0.002 gm of lysergic acid or lysergide (LSD) would have the drugs confiscated, and be made to pay a fine, rather than being imprisoned.

“The current prohibition framework stigmatises drug users and makes them fearful to come forward and seek help,” he said.

“No one fixes a drug addiction by going to jail or being put in handcuffs.”

Since last year, ACT residents have been able to possess up to 50

grams of dry cannabis, or up to four pot plants per household.

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr expressed his pleasure that Mr Pettersson had put such “an important public policy debate” on the legislative agenda for 2021.

A Legislative Assembly Committee will examine the policy issues and the proposed legislation, Mr Barr wrote on Facebook, possibly beginning early next year.

The Assembly may vote on the issue before the end of next year.

The Canberra Liberals said they had not seen the proposed legislation. They noted that Mr Pettersson moved in August for the ACT Government to investigate the feasibility of a simple offence notice, and report to the Assembly by November 2021. Mr Pettersson appeared to be getting ahead of his own motion, they commented.

“It has been less than two

months since the ACT election, and Labor never mentioned that this was on their agenda,” opposition leader Elizabeth Lee said. “It is yet another example of their wrong priorities, and Canberrans will be right to question: why now?”

Once there was a bill to consider, Ms Lee said, the Canberra Liberals would engage with stakeholders and consider the evidence before taking a position.

“There are many legal, health, and social considerations that must be balanced,” she said.

The ACT Greens and the Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drug Association ACT both supported the initiative.

- Nick Fuller Find an updated, extended version of this story online at canberraweekly.com.au

Land rent blocks released APPLY NOW The Suburban Land Agency have a number of blocks available under the Land Rent Scheme in Taylor and Whitlam.

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news Meet the ACT’s eight new MLAs The eight new members of the 25-member ACT Legislative Assembly made their inaugural speeches earlier this month, explaining their political philosophies and what they wanted to achieve in parliament.

ACT Labor

Dr Marisa Paterson (Murrumbidgee) is the ACT’s only new Labor MLA. An anthropologist, academic, and director of the Centre for Gambling Research, she joined the Labor Party two years ago.

In her first speech, she spoke passionately about racism in the NT, gambling in the ACT, and her experience of sexual harassment. “It has taken me 37 years to learn to stand up for myself. I can do that now, which means I can confidently say to the people of Murrumbidgee and of Canberra I can stand up for you.”

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Peter Cain (Ginninderra) promised to hold the government to account for its use of taxpayer money, held in trust to deliver quality services to the community. “Sound economic management is essential to increasing prosperity, and a sign of responsible government.” He was an ACT

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Leanne Castley (Yerrabi) identifies as a “proud chick from Charnie (Charnwood)” and wants to prove that someone from an average background can be elected to parliament and succeed. Before entering politics, she was an IT project manager with the AFP and Defence, and is a professional country music singer. She grew up in a single parent family and has worked since the age of 14.

ACT Greens

Andrew Braddock (Yerrabi) is an environmental engineer and former public servant, and has been secretary of the Gungahlin Community Council and deputy chairman of his local primary school board.

“Practical, tangible, on-the-ground outcomes to create a better future for our community will resonate with this simple MLA.” Jo Clay (Ginninderra) brings to her position experience as a lawyer, businesswoman, former public servant, writer, and artist, including running a recycling company and designing a low-carbon diet. “I desperately wanted more

environmentalists in every parliament at every level. If not me, then who?”

Emma Davidson (Murrumbidgee) is the new Minister for Disability, Justice Health, and Mental Health, and Assistant Minister for Families and Community Services. She entered politics after many years working in the community on housing affordability, economic inequality, women’s health, and ending violence against women, and campaigning to protect green spaces, and for public education and healthcare.

Johnathan Davis (Brindabella), a real estate agent, believes the Greens are the party for the working class, and social and economic inequality is the most significant political issue we face. “The gap between the haves and the have-nots has never been wider.”

Rebecca Vassarotti (Kurrajong) is Minister for Environment; Heritage; Homelessness and Housing Services; Sustainable Building and Construction.

She wants to make Canberra “an even more caring, connected and liveable” community and comes to politics from the community sector.

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news How to ensure you’re shopping online safely this Christmas Australian consumers choosing to do their Christmas shopping online need to be aware that scams are on the rise.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there has been a 42% year-on-year increase in online shopping in Australia this year; consequently, online scamming has also jumped 42%.

University of Canberra Associate Professor of Information Technology and Systems, Dr Abu Barkat Ullah, told Canberra Weekly the key to online shopping is gleaning whether the seller is legitimate or not.

“We will see a lot of good bargains, especially with the increase of social media, our mobile phones and our internet exposure,” he said.

“But some of the deals are a bit too good to be true … we need to think or use our own judgement.

“Think about from where I’m buying, is it a reputable seller? If it is, they should have a good policy, privacy disclosure, and warranty disclosure.”

Dr Ullah advised techniques like checking the URL to see where they are located and how secure the site is, using a secure payment method like

PayPal, and seeking out external reviews of the website and product are good practice.

“Keep your eyes open, do not believe anything until or unless you verify the seller and there’s a lot of ways we can verify,” he said.

Dr Ullah’s top tips for safe online Christmas shopping: • If it’s an Australian seller, check their ABN; for global sellers check their reputation.

• Check the store’s refund and customer satisfaction policy; sometimes things can go wrong.

• If you see an advertisement via social media or email, don’t click the link. Type the address yourself or search for the product independently.

• Using a secure payment method, like PayPal or Apple Pay, adds another level of protection on top of regular purchasing.

• Check the URL for spelling errors, site location, and transaction security.

• If you’re scammed, report it to scamwatch.gov. au or the relevant buying platform.

Just as tax scams peak in June/July in Australia,

Dr Ullah said Christmas time is peak season for online shopping scams.

For that reason, victims of scams are encouraged to report their experience to the Australian Government’s scamwatch.gov.au or the relevant buying platform like eBay, Gumtree, or social media.

“If I’m running a scam, I’ll start up an advertisement campaign, quickly do that for a few days and then disappear. No one can track me except for the platforms I advertised on,” he said.

“If we have paid someone, it’s unlikely we’ll get the money back … In this case, prevention is better than the cure.”

Gender wise, Dr Ullah said 54% of women will report when they’ve been targeted, while men are a bit quieter at 43%.

“But men are losing more money,” he said.

“Age wise, for the age group 55-64, their loss is a severe amount, but they’re not reporting that much.

“The age group between 25-44, this group is losing the most money, but their number of reports are proportionate.”

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news Kids in Care knows the value of a toy, or toothbrush, this Xmas

There are plenty of toys to share on Christmas Day, thanks to Kids in Care.

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Since 2013, local charity Kids in Care has become well-known for its toy drive, spreading cheer amongst children and teenagers in crisis across the ACT, who would otherwise go without on Christmas Day. But in recent years, Kids in Care’s work has expanded well beyond 25 December.

ACT Policing Detective Senior Constable Alex Uren, a member of the charity’s board, explained the organisation now supplies gifts for birthdays and special events, as well as Go Bags full of thoughtfully chosen essential items for when a child enters care in the ACT. Speaking at the handover of thousands of dollars’ worth of presents and cash donations hosted

by Icon Water last week, Kids in Care chairperson Steve Hill and wife Colleen Hill knew first-hand how special a toy or a toothbrush could be

to a child in need.

Together, the couple have fostered over 30 newborn babies with disabilities or drug issues over the past 12 years, and Mrs Hill said she’ll keep doing it as long as she can.

“I only lasted three weeks in retirement. I said, ‘No, I’m going to go and foster’ and I’ve been doing it ever since,” she said.

Throughout her career, Mrs Hill worked with people with disabilities and in palliative care, and Mr Hill was a police officer in South Australia for nearly 40 years.

It was Mrs Hill’s idea to expand Kids in Care to provide Go Bags for emergencies, an initiative she had already rolled out with agencies interstate before moving to Canberra.

“It keeps me busy because the kids come with nothing,” she said.

A Go Bag for a newborn has

nappies, a jumpsuit to sleep in, underwear, toiletries, a bottle and more.

Older kids get a toy, a book, colouring in and essentials like pyjamas, a change of clothes and toiletries.

“We get a lot of joy out of it, and I know it’s a big thing when they get the Go Bags,” Mrs Hill said.

In one ‘thank you’ letter, a police officer wrote that when they gave Go Bags to three children aged up to 12 years old, they realised the children had never seen a toothbrush or a drink bottle.

“It’s an important thing for them to be treated the same as everybody else,” she said.

“It shouldn’t be that they’re actually named ‘foster children’ because they’re just beautiful kids, they’re beautiful babies.”

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news Your guide to Canberra’s best Christmas lights 2020 Christmas is just around the corner and this year, Canberra residents have gone above and beyond – up some very steep ladders – to craft brilliant Christmas light displays!

Go for a stroll or hop in the car to spend time with loved ones, and remember to bring a pocket full of cash to drop in charity buckets.

Southside

Stirling: Various aspects of the display on Crowder Circuit will react to movement and claps!

Fisher: You’ll find handmade decorations on Kalgoorlie Crescent, and two displays on Kambalda Crescent.

Don’t miss Ballarat Street, with every square

inch of one property covered in something special for the season.

Gowrie: Middleton Circuit hosts a marvellous display with a circular driveway for walkthroughs. Several other houses in the street have joined in the fun!

Gordon: Mcgrowdie Place has a very clever display with lights synced to music. Tune your car radio to 95.1fm and enjoy.

Harry Hopman Circuit has a huge display across multiple homes. Snow machines will be running on weekend nights, as well!

Oxley: Newman-Morris Circuit boasts lights synchronised with a 50-minute mix of Christmas songs. Pack a portable radio, sit in the park across the road and watch the lights come alive to the music.

the car to peek at the train set in the window.

Forde: Heaps of houses on Huddy Street have joined in the fun, decorating their properties to spread cheer.

Dunlop: Multiple houses are decorated on Scurry Street, one with 13 inflatable Santas positioned around the property.

A LED lighting tunnel is a fun photo opportunity on Elischer Street.

Triton Street was made for foot traffic, with most houses decorated.

Kids will be desperate to get amongst the action at Hobday Place, which has a garden full of statues and inflatable friends.

Mckellar: These dedicated homeowners in Tipping Place go to the effort every year to spread joy in their community.

Ngunnawal: The whole cul-de-sac at Burraly Court lights up come nightfall, with colours beaming from houses, strung across trees and oozing down lampposts.

Lawson: In Cooee Rise, one spot has become known locally as The Gingerbread House. Park

Queanbeyan: This well-known display on Donald Road will have Santa and his reindeer on the roof!

Jerrabomberra: Boree Place made good use of colour this year and Birubi Place created a tropical vibe with decorated palm trees!

- Rosa Ritchie

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Caps into playoffs

Sams steers Thunder home in thriller Manuka Oval played host to three BBL matches over the past week, with the Melbourne Stars claiming two emphatic victories in successive days.

Nathan Coulter-Nile claimed figures of 4-10 in their first game as they strolled to a six-wicket victory over the Brisbane Heat on Friday night, 11 December.

The Stars had no issues backing up the following day against the Thunder, as Marcus Stoinis and Adam Zampa helped them to a comfortable 22-run victory.

However, the most entertaining match was saved for last with the Thunder and Heat both desperate to get their first win of the season. The Heat posted a solid total of 6-178 and had the Thunder in all sorts of trouble at 5-80 before an unlikely hero stepped up. Daniel Sams produced the innings of his life, belting 65 off just 25 balls, including seven sixes, to lead the Thunder to a remarkable victory.

The BBL returns to Manuka Oval on Tuesday 22 December when the Thunder take on the Perth Scorchers.

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Quinzo honoured with Spirit of Rugby Award Beloved Brumbies club legend Garry ‘Quinzo’ Quinlivan has been honoured by Rugby Australia with the 2020 Nick Farr-Jones Spirit of Rugby Award for his work in the game. A stalwart of ACT rugby for over five decades, Quinzo has volunteered as the Brumbies Assistant Manager since the club’s foundation in 1996. Brumbies CEO Phil Thomson thanked Quinzo for his tremendous contribution to the club. “It’s not hyperbole to say that the Brumbies would not be what it is without Quinzo, and again on the behalf of the Brumbies, the 229 players who have worn the colours and the staff, I’d like to thank Quinzo for his incredible dedication to the club and to ACT rugby. ” - Vincent Samaras

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The UC Capitals missed out on a top two finish after falling to the top-of-the-ladder Southside Flyers, 82-101 in their final game of the regular season to finish third. The Caps will now have to win three straight matches to claim their third successive WNBL title. Their first final was against the fourth-placed Melbourne Boomers in a do or die semi-final last night, 16 December, at Townsville Stadium. Results were not available at time of print. In other Caps news, Maddy Rocci was named in the All WNBL Second Team at the 2020 WNBL awards on Monday night, 14 December.

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GIVIT donation of the week: new toiletries This year has seen an exponential rise in domestic and family violence cases across the nation, including right here in the ACT. Support services that assist men, women and children escaping domestic and family violence have been stretched to capacity to take care of the rise in demand for their services. One of the most requested items from these registered charitable organisations is new toiletries, as most often those fleeing unsafe situations leave home with only the clothes on their backs. Having access to toiletries brings a sense of comfort, dignity and calm. The most needed items include feminine hygiene products, shampoo, conditioner, body wash/soap, sunscreen and deodorant. Toiletries can be in full or travel size quantities and must be unopened for health and safety reasons. Any donations will be greatly appreciated. Donations can collected by/posted to the organisation. To donate, visit givit.org.au/donate-items, search by category “Toiletries” in your local area to view the organisation’s requests. After you pledge the item, you will be contacted by the relevant organisation to arrange pick-up, post or drop-off.

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Tuggeranong Uniting Church (Comrie Street, Wanniassa) will host an interactive Christmas event on Sunday 20 December 5.30-8.30pm. The community is invited to join them in the family-friendly event featuring: petting zoo with a living nativity; market stalls from local artisans; free barbecue and a Christmas-themed café; live music from the band and angel choir; festive light displays; story-telling; Christmas crafts for you to make; Blue Christmas Room for you to remember that special person; Christmas gift bags. Covid-safe protocols apply.

A Pooch Affair: Xmas Doggie Day Out Come and do your Christmas shopping for your pooch whilst having an awesome doggie day out with your furry friend on Saturday 19 December 9am-3pm in the Mallee Pavilion and Drover’s Square, Exhibition Park in Canberra. Free entry. Shop at the Doggie Retail Mall, relax at the shaded Outdoor Cafe, get your pooch spruced up at the mobile dog wash then grab a festive photo from one of the many photo opportunities supporting RSPCA ACT. Outdoors, you can enjoy watching local Canberra dog clubs demonstrating their fun dog sports. Dogs must be on leads at all times. This is a Covid-safe event. More info: call 0410 544 069.

Attention book worms! Save the date: the ever-popular Braidwood Book Fair will be larger than ever and held over 10 days from Friday 22 to Sunday 31 January 2021. Open 9am to 4pm daily. Always great value and plenty of terrific and sometimes rare finds. Donations welcome: email braidwoodbookfair@gmail.com or call 0418 291 141.

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Diversity ACT Community Services, an LGBTIQ+ support service and registered charity, invites the Canberra community to their second annual Christmas Soiree. Located in Kambah, the organisation is community based and volunteer run, providing a service hub, social worker, support networks, groups and community resources to assist the LGBTIQ+ community of South Canberra and the broader ACT region. The Christmas Soiree is on Sunday 20 December 4.30-8pm at Diversity ACT Community Hub in Kambah. BYO picnic or make a purchase from the barbecue. Soft drinks will be available for purchase. BYOG. Tickets are available for a donation via eventbrite.com

Family Drug Support seeks volunteers Family Drug Support (FDS) is seeking volunteers in the Canberra region to help families and friends supporting someone with problematic alcohol or other drug use. If you are empathetic, a great listener, non-judgemental, and can provide a few hours every three weeks to take calls from home, they would love to hear from you. FDS is running a two-day training course in Canberra on 30-31 January 2021. If you would like to attend, please submit an expression of interest online at fds.org.au/volunteering-for-fds

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OzHarvest Christmas Appeal Following what has been a difficult year for many, Woolworths across the ACT is encouraging customers to give back to people in need through its annual OzHarvest Christmas Appeal, with this year’s goal to raise $3 million which will provide six million meals to Aussies in need. Until 24 December, customers at Woolworths stores in Canberra and Queanbeyan who spend over $30 at the self-checkout will have the option to donate to the appeal by rounding-up the cost of their shop to the nearest dollar. Customers can also choose to make a 50-cent donation, with each donation helping to provide one nutritious meal to a person in need. Also, 50 cents from every packet of limited-edition Woolworths Santa cookies will go to OzHarvest.

Endometriosis awareness

EndoACT Pty Ltd is a Canberra-based charity that raises awareness of endometriosis. Visit EndoACT.org.au to join the mailing list; or if you have, or suspect you have, endometriosis, you’re invited to join the EndoACT (Private Discussions) facebook page: facebook.com/groups/3187114547978256/

Australian Women’s Health Diary Give a gift that is truly special by buying the 2021 Australian Women’s Health Diary. Not only will you be giving a gift which can help improve general health and wellbeing, you’ll be supporting research to save lives from breast cancer.

That is because every diary sold funds breast cancer trials research to identify new and effective breast cancer treatments and prevention. Priced at $18.95; available nationally from newsagents, Woolworths, participating Post Offices and online at womenshealthdiary.com.au

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Patricio Powell, Ambassador of Chile, Hinauri Petana, High Commissioner of Samoa, Miguel Palomino De La Gala, Ambassador of Peru

Indu Sealey, Sheena Luchin, Shereen Qurban, Dr Rabea Haredy

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Angels for Peru photographic exhibition launch, Residence of Peru, Forrest. Photos Kerrie Brewer.

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Vacation Care operates 8am to 6pm YMCA Canberra offers holiday programs where children are encouraged to play and have fun in a safe and stimulating environment. Our programs enable children to interact with nature, explore scientific experiments, participate in sport, creative and dramatic arts, play and explore.

At this stage, all bookings are still going ahead but we will continue to monitor and follow closely the advice of the ACT Government in terms of Coronavirus precautions. If we are unable to proceed due to closures, families will be advised and will not incur any fees.

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Space Squad Is Go For Launch reach the stars these school holidays with australia’s only residential holiday camp for students who love space, astronomy and everything to infinity and beyond.

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We have an action-packed holiday program planned but need your help to make it happen!

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BOOK YOUR 2021 ADVENTURE AT THE Y CANBERRA BLOCKCRAFTERS FOR SCHOOL HOLIDAY GAMES AND LEARNING If your child is looking for a fun way to make new friends this school holidays or they have a longterm desire to learn to code, Blockcrafters Coding and Robotics Club has something for every level.

For children aged 7-15, holiday programs include Minecraft Modding and mini games, game development and programming language. These programs will arouse their STEM passion and skill and empower them to work as part of team.

For those with a deeper interest, term programs are available for children aged up to 15.

Visit www.blockcrafters.com.au for bookings or more information.

The Y Canberra has you covered these school holidays with plenty of options in various locations!

Space Squad is Australia’s only residential holiday camp program for students in Years 2-6 (Junior), Years 6-9 (Youth), and Years 10-12 (Senior) who are interested in Space!

Over five days, campers will be immersed in all things Space, learning about exploration and science, and meeting amazing engineers, astronomers, astrophysicists, and scientists who work on space missions.

And Adventure Squad is offering daytime Vacation Care across the region, where children are encouraged to play and explore in a safe and stimulating environment.

The Adventure Squad calendar is bursting with exciting activities spanning excursions in nature, scientific experiments, sport activities, fantastic theme days, science experiments and craft projects!

Vacation Care services open Monday through Friday 8am-6pm during operating weeks, at locations in North Ainslie, Pearce, Weetangera, Queanbeyan and Bungendore.

The Y Canberra has over 75 years’ experience organising camps and children’s activities locally.

Please call The Y Canberra’s children’s services team or jump online for further information!

W: canberra.ymca.org.au T: 6242 4040

KIDS BOOTCAMP IS READY TO GO! Games, fun and fitness for 5-12 year old’s to develop fundamental motor skills, team work and overall fitness.

COME AND TRY SESSIONS If you are interested in joining some ‘come and try’ sessions in January, go to the AHWTFITFAM Facebook page or follow the links on our website.

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Visit canberraoutletcentre.com.au for more information and to sign up to the Kids Club.

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DB Tennis is offering a host of tennis clinics over the summer holidays for children of all ages and skill levels.

Run in small groups at the Eastlake Flinders Tennis Club, Griffith, the DB Tennis holiday program clinics serve as either a great introduction to the sport or a development pathway for more experienced players.

Owner and operator David Beniamini says they are a fantastic way to experience tennis in a fun and social environment.

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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT MARKETPLACE It's been a crazy year, so it’s time to spread some cheer with our lovely Marketplace shoppers. That’s why we have Santa and his helpers roaming the centre every day until Christmas!

Bring your camera for a special snap with the man himself and jump online to check the times of additional exciting performances from a Christmas Elf and a circus star!

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PAY A VISIT TO THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT At the Royal Australian Mint, we make Australia’s coins and hold Australia’s national collection of coins, medals and medallions. The Mint provides links to the Science and Technology, Art, History and Financial Literacy components of the Australian curriculum. With a visit to the Mint, you will learn how coins are made and make your own, see robots at work and discover the fascinating changes coins have undergone in Australia.

Before your visit, be sure to check the Mint website for up-to-date holiday operating hours.

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A family business, we grew up with slot car racing as kids and we love sharing the experience.

Slot car racing is perfect for kids’ parties and groups of all ages. Cars are supplied, or you can BYO. We also sell slot cars, tracks, remote control cars and a full range of parts. Get in touch for repairs or servicing.

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CANBERRA CIT Y GYMNASTICS CLUB: GIVE GYMNASTICS A GO! Looking for something a little different for the kids for school holidays?

Why not give gymnastics a go! Canberra City Gymnastics Club’s (CCGC) school holiday program will run on 21-24 December 2020, and 11-29 January 2021, 8.30am-5.30pm. The kids will get a chance to see what gymnastics is all about through sessions of gymnastics, fun games, free play, and other activities. The fun-filled program is suitable for children in Kindergarten or above and will run at both CCGC locations in Belconnen and Lyneham. Fees include morning and afternoon tea. Get in touch with the team to book.

85 Chandler Street, Belconnen 196 Mouat Street, Lyneham T: 6251 1131 E: office@canberracity.org.au W: canberracity.gymnastics.org.au

LEARN ACTING SKILLS THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT PERFORM AUSTRALIA Throughout January, Perform Australia will be running a range of exciting school holiday programs for kids aged 7-14.

Full of fun games, exercises and improvisation, students will learn acting skills from experienced performers.

Beginning with the fundamentals on the first day, each program closes with a performance showcasing the unique characters and stories dreamt up by our young actors.

Head to our website to find the Perform Australia school holiday acting program that’s perfect for you!

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AF CANBERRA SUMMER HOLIDAY SESSION The friendly, native-speaker teachers at the Alliance Française Community French Language School look forward to welcoming your children to their summer school holiday session in Turner from 11 to 22 January 2021.

They’ve prepared a variety of activities for children as young as three years of age right through to teenagers. The focus is on having fun while learning a useful foreign language – the fi fth most spoken in the world!

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Alexandra Hughes is a personal trainer, passionate about health and fitness, especially for kids and families. She loves to get the kids out of the house to enjoy some fresh air and exercise and getting families moving together and having fun.

That’s why Alexandra Hughes Wellness Transformation (AHWT) will be running some kids’ and family bootcamps in 2021, with come-and-try sessions throughout January.

For younger kids, aged five to eight, sessions will focus on fun! There’ll be games, a portion dedicated to foundational skills like catching and throwing, and lots of skipping and running around.

For the older cohort, aged nine to 12, the bootcamps will still include some fun and games, and will also look to incorporate more ‘exercise-type’ activities that require a higher level of skill.

Parents are welcome to join in the fun and get the whole family moving together. Book your come-and-try tickets for a number of dates in January via the AHWT website.

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Enrol your child in our Frenchy Holiday Program!

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Clay Day classes - $195 ages 5 years plus. 18, 19 & 25 January 9am to 4pm Unleash your child’s creativity and imagination. Spend a fun day exploring with clay at Canberra Potters. Your child will learn how to build and create with clay bringing their ideas to life and try the potter’s wheel. Parents are welcome to enroll with their child/ ren. We will glaze and fire up to 6 of your favorite pieces. These can be collected three weeks after your class. No prior experience required.

Wheel Throwing Classes - $160 ages 7 years+, 21 & 22 Jan or 28 & 29 Jan 9am-1pm Are you looking for an opportunity to get messy these holidays? Experienced teachers will help you learn how to throw and trim simple forms on the potter’s wheel. You could make a bowl, pen holder, bud vase or whatever your imagination can create.

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cwm advertising feature FYSHWICK MARKETS: OPEN EARLY EVERY DAY THIS FESTIVE SEASON To celebrate the festive season, Fyshwick Markets will be open early every day with extended trading hours from Thursday 17 to Thursday 24 December.

They have everything you need to celebrate Christmas and ring in the New Year with good, fresh, local food, keeping family traditions alive – think the best seasonal produce like mangoes and cherries, fresh seafood, glazed Christmas hams and local wines.

With a festive atmosphere, free parking and extended trading hours, Fyshwick Markets is your go-to destination for festive fare and family favourites.

Holiday opening hours Thursday 17 December – Tuesday 22 December: 7am-5.30pm Wednesday 23 December: 5am5.30pm Thursday 24 December: 5am3pm (some stores open later) Thursday 31 December: 6am4pm Friday 25 December – Wednesday 30 December and New Year’s Day: closed 36 Mildura Street, Fyshwick W: fyshwickmarkets.com.au

SUMMER FUN WITH COMMUNITIES@WORK SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS Communities@Work Summer School Holiday Programs kick off these summer holidays – children will make new friends, try new things, and enjoy a new adventure every day!

With excursions to the movies, Canberra Aqua Park, Battle Games and a range of onsite activities, no child will get bored.

Stephanie Brady, who has been using the Holiday Program since April, says: “my child has loved every minute of it and comes home each day raving about the activities he’s been doing with his new friends.”

Another parent agrees: “I love the great diverse activities in the program it’s so much fun for my children – and the excellent educators are committed to the children!”

Programs operate in a safe and supportive environment with passionate, high-quality educators.

Browse the program calendars, pick a convenient location, and find out more on the Communities@Work website: www.commsatwork.org/holidayfun

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CANBERRA POTTERS SUMMER SCHOOL Are you looking for an opportunity to get messy these holidays? Canberra Potters have a great range of summer school short courses for January 2021! Unleash your child’s creativity and imagination with a one-day ‘Clay Day’ or a two day ‘Wheel Throwing for Kids’ class. These courses are a great way to grow skills and have fun with a tactile medium. These classes will inspire your children to bring their ideas to life while experienced teachers support them.

Classes for adults and children are available for booking through our website at canberrapotters.com.au

“Summer breeze makes me feel fine.”

– Seals & Crofts

Less than three hours from Canberra lies Mayfield Garden, a 65-hectare private family estate that is the largest cool climate garden in the Southern Hemisphere. Breathtaking in its design and expanse, the garden is open for exploration during their annual summer festival from 27 December to 26 January.

Make your way through the English Box hedge maze, take a stroll through the orchards and unique stumpery, then head to the property’s highest point for views from the bluestone chapel. Meander back down through the blossoming water garden to the garden centre café and kiosk for a bite to eat.

For overnight visitors, there is garden glamping, which includes a threecourse dinner.

Open Monday to Sunday 9am-4.30pm. A minimum three hours is recommended to get the most out of your experience, the last entry into the garden is 3pm.

Walk-in seating at the café is pending availability, but you are more than welcome to pack a picnic and enjoy it in the garden. Or to book a table either indoor or outdoor, email info@mayfieldgarden.com.au or call 6336 3131.

Social distancing is required, and group bookings must not exceed 30 people. Tickets can be purchased online or in the ticket office on the day.

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Stay cool this summer at Mayfield Garden ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S MOST SPECTACULAR PRIVATE GARDEN ESTATES Mayfield Garden Summer Festival 27 December to 26 January

Glamping at Mayfield 27 December to 25 January

Get some respite from the heat by visiting Mayfield Garden during its forthcoming Summer Festival.

Have a picnic in the shade, take a row on the lake or simply wander leisurely through the magnificent full 65-hectare private family estate.

Visitors will also get to enjoy the famous Mayfield Box Hedge Maze, the largest of its kind in Australia.

You can also dine at the renowned Mayfield café, bookings essential.

Mayfield has established a super glamping package for a summer of outdoor living luxury.

The camping experience is available from 27 December to 25 January, and it comes with all the glamour of glamping: lush linens, a proper mattress to sink into, lavish furnishings, and day and night access to the great outdoors.

The experience is available to pairs and families with rates starting from $360 per night for two, which includes dinner at Mayfield’s renowned garden restaurant.

Visit mayfieldgarden.com.au/whatson/ for more information on Mayfield’s Summer Festival and book a night of Glamping.

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Explore the Solar System and beyond and discover the amazing universe around us at Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex at Tidbinbilla.

A part of NASA’s Deep Space Network, we provide constant contact with dozens of robotic spacecraft exploring planets, moons and stars. See Australia’s largest antenna dishes, a piece of the Moon and exhibits on space exploration history.

On your visit, see a piece of the Moon that’s over 3.8 billion years old, check out the latest images from across the Solar System and beyond, along with spacecraft models, plus flown space hardware and memorabilia.

Open 11 December 2020 to 31 January 2021, 10am to 4pm; free entry.

The complex is closed 25 and 26 December.

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DB TENNIS SUMMER HOLIDAY CLINICS A great way to experience tennis in a fun and social environment.

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cwm advertising feature JUMP IN THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS WITH STELLAR SWIM Get the kids swimming these school holidays with Stellar Swim’s school holiday intensive program.

Running over five days from Monday 11 to Friday 15 January 2021, the intensive program allows kids to burn off some energy while improving their swimming skills. Daily sessions run for 30 minutes and are held between 3pm and 6pm.

Intensive bursts of practice can help to increase children’s learning and skills development, and Stellar Swim’s small class sizes mean they will get more coaching time and opportunities to practise and improve in every session.

Stellar Swim offers regular student assessments to see how their skills are progressing and to ensure they are in an environment that suits them best, with ability-based classes and highly qualified teachers.

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Snacks for Santa Santa has a refined palette this year, so our food writer Libby Kimber is making sure he gets the gourmet goods on Christmas Eve.

Star biscuits

Image and text from The Flexible Family Cookbook

by Jo Pratt, photography by Malou Burger, Frances Lincoln, RRP $39.99.

Head to canberraweekly.com.au for our shortbread recipe!

Styling: Libby Kimber and Kerrie Brewer. Photo Kerrie Brewer.

125g granulated sugar

25g cocoa powder

Pavlova punch

Finely grated zest of 1/2 orange

25g icing sugar

1 tsp vanilla bean paste

1 egg white

140g ground almonds

Put the almonds, sugar, orange zest and vanilla in a large bowl. Sift in the cocoa powder and icing sugar and mix together to combine.

This is an edited extract from Punch by Shaun Byrne and Nick Tesar, published by Hardie Grant Books, RRP $24.99, and is available in stores nationally.

6 kiwi fruit

Add the egg white and mix well until you have a smooth dough. Turn onto the worktop and knead lightly for a minute until smooth.

3 passionfruit

Shape into a disk, wrap in cling film and chill in the fridge to rest for about 30 minutes.

1.5L (6 cups) strawberry milk

Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan and line a baking tray with baking parchment.

2 egg whites

Once rested, roll the dough between 2 pieces of baking parchment, to about 5mm thick. Use a 4–5cm star cookie cutter, or in fact any shape you fancy, to cut out the dough shapes. Bring together the trimmings, reroll and continue until all of the dough is used.

3 Tbsp malted milk powder

Sit the cookies on the lined baking tray. They won’t spread when cooking so you should get them all on the same tray. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until the bases are slightly crisp but the middles remain just a little soft. Remove from the oven and leave to cool. As they cool, they will firm up even more. Store in an airtight container. They should stay crisp for up to 2 weeks.

If Santa has any specific requirements…

Vegan/egg-free: swap the egg white for 1 tablespoon chia seeds mixed with 3 tablespoons cold water.

Leave to thicken for 10 minutes before mixing into the dry ingredients. The biscuits will probably need a further 1–2 minutes of cooking time until they are firm on the base with the middle still a little soft. They will firm up more when cooling.

Flavour swap: add 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves to the dry mixture, either with or without the orange zest.

Get ahead: once the dough has been made and wrapped up, it can sit in the fridge for up to 1 week (just check the use-by date on your eggs first). You can also freeze the dough once cut into shapes. If baking from frozen, add on a couple more minutes to the cooking time.

1 pack mini meringues, to serve

Begin at least 15 minutes before serving. To prep the fruit, slice the kiwi into wedges and halve the passionfruit. Arrange on a plate with teaspoons and mini meringues.

To serve, combine the strawberry milk with the egg whites and malted milk powder. Add the passionfruit pulp and kiwi flesh and blitz using a blender or a hand-held blender to foam up.

Pour into a milk bottle and serve with the meringues.

Make the strawberry milk yourself by combining 500g frozen strawberries with 200g caster sugar and 1.2 litres full-cream milk.

Refrigerate for 24 hours before straining.

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The latest in foodie news, events and products.

If you haven’t signed up to the ACT Government’s ChooseCBR campaign, get in quick! The initial trial, which ends on 21 December, offer consumers $40 in daily discount vouchers that can be redeemed at participating local businesses (conditions apply). With over 160 to choose from in the food and drinks sector alone, you’re sure to find something to tickle your taste buds. Shop local and support local jobs!

Visit choosecbr.act.gov.au to sign up and see which local businesses are involved.

Two Canberra District wineries have been recognised as finalists in the inaugural Vineyard of the Year awards by Young Gun of Wine (YGOW). Lake George Winery and Ravensworth were both included in YGOW’s top 50

finalists, with four winners to be announced in February 2021.

YGOW wants the awards to shine a light on the nation’s best grape growers, with criteria including sustainability, grape and wine quality and a commitment to improving vineyard health.

Melbourne favourites Chin Chin are delivering festive season packs to Canberra for both Christmas and New Year’s Eve, designed to feed large groups in style. The festive feast includes lobster dumplings, whole twice-cooked duck, wagyu beef brisket, jelly mess for dessert and more, including cocktails. Preorders for delivery on Christmas Eve cut off on 19 December, while orders for delivery on 30 December need to be in by the 24th.

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Arts & entertainment gift guide DIY delights For those who enjoy a hands-on experience with artistic endeavours, consider buying sketchbooks, brushes and paints, a canvas, drawing pencils, books, woodworking equipment or a beautiful journal and pen – to name just a few.

If they’re starting out, book them in for some lessons. CIT and CIT Solutions offer a range of short courses, and private lessons are available from a host of local providers.

Visit Spotlight; Bunnings; Officeworks; Typo; Pepe’s, Canberra Centre; or Eckersley’s Art & Craft, Braddon or Belconnen.

if they’re a sports lover, look to the Kayo.

The music lover will appreciate a voucher for their streaming service of choice, be that Spotify, Apple Music or Tidal.

Visit netflix.com; stan.com.au; kayo.com.au; spotfiy.com; disneyplus.com; primevideo.com; apple.com/au/apple-music/; or tidal.com for more

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Museum Friends If you know someone with a passion for history, heritage and learning, sign them up for an individual or group gift membership into the National Museum of Australia’s Museum Friends program. Museum Friends enjoy a multitude of benefits including discounted entry to major exhibitions, which in 2021 will include the muchanticipated Ancient Greeks exhibition from December, exhibition previews and behind-thescenes tours, and discounts at the Museum Shop and Cafe.

Add children aged 3 to 12 to the membership for $5 each to enjoy free exhibition entry and discounted school holiday activities.

Visit nma.gov.au for more.

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Break a leg

Have your friends or family just moved into a new place and have a few blank walls? Whether it’s that or they’re just a lover of the visual arts, Canberra has many galleries where you can pick up some exquisite works produced locally and abroad.

Visit the Scott Leggo Gallery, Kingston; Aarwun Gallery, Gold Creek; or Craft ACT, Civic.

Crossing streams Gone are the days of handing out DVDs or even iTunes gift cards – streaming is now the go. So whether your indulgence is movies or music, why not choose a gift card for their streaming service of choice.

Get the resident couch potato a Netflix, Stan, Amazon Prime Video or Disney Plus gift card; or

This one’s for the beautiful people who love beautiful live music. In 2021, the Canberra Symphony Orchestra will set off on a new beginning of sorts under incoming artistic advisor Jessica Cottis. They will also triumphantly return to the stage in style after a disrupted 2020, performing a rich program encompassing almost everything from John Williams to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Visit cso.org.au to look at the subscription packages available.

Book it in Several excellent Canberra-centric books have been released recently that would make excellent Christmas gifts, including local artist Mick Ashley’s coffee table book It Came from Centenia; Trevor Dickinson’s Beautiful Bus Shelters of Canberra; Our Bush Capital, a children's book written by Samantha Tidy, Illustrated by Juliette Dudley; and cookbook Tears, Laughter, Champagne: A Story of Friendship Forged Through Fire and Food by Karen Downing.

Make the theatregoer in your life’s Christmas with a subscription to one of the Canberra region’s fine theatres, a gift certificate or tickets to a show.

You can buy a subscription for The Q at Queanbeyan, or Canberra Theatre; The Street Theatre offers gift cards of any amount.

Supporting local artists and makers Giving someone a uniquely Canberra gift this holiday season has never been easier, with so many amazing local artists and makers throughout the Canberra region offering unique gifts both online and in store. artsACT has compiled a webpage that will help you explore Canberra’s local arts scene and buy a truly one-of-a-kind gift, crafted by locals.

With this resource, supporting our local artists is simple; there are a range of options allowing you to buy from an art gallery, a local shop or directly from the artists themselves.

Visit arts.act.gov.au/support-our-local-artists for the full list.

- Denholm Samaras

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The Great Escape from Woodlands Nursing Home

by Joanna Nell

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Book talk Jeff and Michael Popple recommend five enjoyable novels for the holiday period. More of their reviews can be found on their blogs: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com and the unseenlibrary.com

Offering less drama and more romance and charm, is the latest novel by Australian author Joanna Nell. Set in a dreary nursing home, it features retired nature writer, Hattie Bloom, who wants to escape back to her home, and assorted wildlife, and wouldbe comedian, Walter Clements, who needs to master his new mobility scooter so that he too can leave. Together with an assorted cast of other misfits, they set out to right a terrible wrong and enjoy their golden years. This is a delightful and enjoyable book, full of funny asides and lovable and enduring characters. A good uplifting read.

The Emperor’s Exile

by Simon Scarrow

Box 88

by Charles Cumming

Bantam Press, $32.99

Headline, $32.99

Harper Collins, $29.99

If you’re in an action mood during your holiday break, you should read the latest historical fiction book by Simon Scarrow, The Emperor’s Exile. It is 57 AD, and Tribune Cato, after returning to Rome, finds himself out of favour with Nero’s advisors. Cut off from his friend and ally, Marco, Cato is forced to accompany the Emperor’s mistress into exile on Sardinia, while also putting down a brutal insurgency.

This is an exciting book that serves as a key entry in Scarrow’s long-running Eagles of the Empire series. Featuring some great historical elements and well-developed characters, this is an awesome read that is highly recommended.

Finally, those after a clever spy novel will enjoy the latest offering from Charles Cumming. Lachlan Kite is a member of a secret, high level spy agency, Box 88, that runs clandestine missions away from the prying eyes of the traditional agencies.

Kidnapped by Iranian Intelligence after attending a funeral in London, Kite is forced to go back over the early days of his career when he was involved in a botched mission in 1989.

With his family under threat, Kite desperately tries to escape without revealing the truth of what really happened. High quality spy fiction with plenty of twists and the occasional burst of gunfire.

A Family-Friendly, Covid-Safe Community Event

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For more information please visit our FB page or go to www.actspeedway.org.au

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Hollow Empire

by Sam Hawke Those looking for some epic fantasy adventure these holidays should check out this second book from Canberran author, Sam Hawke. After being besieged during Hawke’s first novel, City of Lies, the city of Silasta has mostly recovered.

However, Silasta’s true enemy is still out there and it falls to poison-taster siblings, Jovan and Kalina, to uncover who they are and what they are plotting. Hawke has produced another impressive novel that sees two compelling characters attempt to unravel an elaborate conspiracy in an inventive fantasy setting. An outstanding and captivating read, this is one of the best fantasy novels of 2020.

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Short stories always make for great holiday reading and this selection by James Rollins will provide hours of reading pleasure. Rollins is the author of a number of popular action thriller series and Unrestricted Access contains 11 previously released short stories and one new novella. The stories cover the breadth of Rollins’ career and feature the same fast-paced, highaction focus of his novels and offer his usual highvoltage fight scenes and interesting storylines.

They also display his well-known fascination with military technology and speculative science. All the stories are entertaining, but the concluding two, which feature dogs, are outstanding and poignant. A fun read.

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5.30pm to 8.30pm SUNDAY 20 DECEMBER

Tuggeranong Uniting, Comrie Street, Wanniassa (opposite Erindale Shopping Centre) We would love the whole community to come along and have a great time celebrating everything Christmas after a hard and unsettled year. The children will love patting and interacting with the beautiful lambs, goats and other cute critters at the petting zoo, making cafts and being part of the Christmas story. Adults can browse the stalls and relax in the cafe.

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Meet the Christmas story characters Christmas craft making Christmas Lights Display

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Now showing The Witches (M) Via narration, we learn that witches are real! Flashing back to 1968 Alabama, the narrator explains that, as a young boy (Jahzir Kadeem), he moved in with his grandmother (Octavia Spencer) after the loss of his parents. One day, the boy meets a strange lady, who his grandmother grimly explains to him is a witch! The duo escape to a nearby hotel, which is unfortunately hosting a coven of witches, headed by the Grand High Witch (Anne Hathaway).

Author Roald Dahl’s children books are quite cruel and nasty, which, considering the contents of his autobiography Boy, should come as no surprise. In his stories, children largely suffer greatly from the cruelty of adults of all types, shapes and sizes.

The Witches follows suit with our antagonists bent on ridding

the world of children in one fell swoop; turning them into mice en masse, leaving it up to the adults of the world to then do the main job for them.

While not as dark as the children’s literature classic, the movie is still shocking in many scenes that depict cruelty to children. Director Robert Zemeckis once again over-relies on computer graphics, which produces a lifeless result in places. Hathaway, however, steals the show as the main witch, relishing her gleefully wicked ways!

Verdict: Too much for young children. Fans of the novel, and 1990 movie, may also be left disappointed. 2 stars.

The Witches is showing at Dendy cinemas.

- Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net

What’s on LE VOYAGE EN AUSTRALIE: An exhibition by Marc Rambeau on display at Allliance Francaise de Canberra, Turner, until 19 December; afcanberra.com.au CHRISTMAS TWILIGHT MARKET: Arts, crafts, plants, records and more at Murrumbateman Village grounds, 19 December 4.308.30pm; info@mvmarket.com DAVE HUGHES: Brings his stand-up comedy show Ridiculous to Canberra Theatre, 19 December 7.30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

canberratheatrecentre.com.au PICTURESQUE: A selection of photographs by Tharindu Welikala until 3 January at Kyeema Gallery, Capital Wines Cellar Door, Hall; capitalwines.com.au SUNSET CINEMA: Screening an array of Christmas films, cult classics and new releases at the ANBG Eucalyptus Lawns, Acton until 9 January; sunsetcinema.com.au

CHRISTMAS FAIR: Support great local potters and ceramic artists at Canberra Potters, Watson, 10am4pm daily until 20 December; canberrapotters.com.au

IN THEIR OWN WORDS: A unique new National Portrait Gallery audio tour drawn from Hazel de Berg’s collection of oral history recordings available via smartphone app download; portrait.gov.au

HUMAN NATURE: Perform Christmas Classics, Hits and More at Canberra Theatre, 21 December 7.30pm;

GROUNDED: Caroline Reid’s new exhibition at Helen Stephens Gallery, Collector until 17 January; helenstephensgallery.com

Send your free entertainment listings to: arts@canberraweekly.com.au with ‘what’s on’ in the subject field. Deadline is 10 days prior to Thursday edition date. canberraweekly.com.au

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Jude A5 notebook cover $99.95 Oroton

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Havana shirt $129 Saba

Slip silk pillowcase $95 top3 by design

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Secret Santa, sorted Not sure what to buy for your secret Santa gift? Or just forgot to get around to it?

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Cherry blossom soap $9 50g L’Occitane

Facial dry brush $9.95 Sportsgirl

June and the team wish all their loyal clients a happy and safe Christmas.

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Super charge your holidays for relaxation Hopefully, you’ve booked yourself some holidays over the silly season and have planned some much-needed downtime.

If you have, here are some suggestions to super charge your holidays so that when work rolls around again, you’re feeling refreshed and revitalised.

Have some shoes off time Kicking your shoes off really gets the

relaxing mood started (except if you’re on a plane, in which case it just makes others uncomfortable!). If you’re on a coast holiday, it just feels natural but even if you’re having a staycation, try going barefoot about your house and feel the relaxation kick in.

Read an actual book Stuck looking at a screen most days?

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Get creative Find that set of watercolour paints that sits at the back of the cupboard and try your hand at painting a still life, make some playdough, bake some gingerbreads biscuits and try not to eat them all whilst you have fun decorating them. Being in ‘creative mode’ is a great way to switch off your overworked analytical mind and get into the holiday spirit.

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wonderful river swimming spots or even the backyard sprinkler – is a surefire way to get you in summer holiday mode.

Be a kid again What are your best memories from summer holidays as a kid? Now’s the time to re-enact these treasured moments. Eating watermelon or mangoes, listening to the cricket on the radio, watching a movie in the daytime, playing beach volleyball, jumping on the trampoline or going for bike rides.

Whatever your holiday plans, may they bring you rest, peace and joy and may the year ahead be a healthy and happy one.

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in the garden

Community is in the garden at Googong Googong Community Garden fi rst opened its gates in October 2017 and is now a thriving garden and social community, built and gifted to the Queanbeyan City Council by the developers of the estate.

The garden is run by volunteers including facilitator and passionate gardener, Diana, or ‘Queen Bee’, as she is fondly known. Diana, a mother of two, is a self-taught gardener and advocate for sustainability, reducing waste,

eating delicious organic food, and creating a connected community.

She said working with the soil and spending time outdoors with her family was the perfect anecdote to a high-pressure day job as a lawyer.

Diana said the organically run Googong Community Garden welcomes all, especially families, and what better way for children to learn about their natural environment, where food comes

Googong Community Garden consists of a range of hi-rise and conventional beds, to cater for a range of abilities and gardening styles.

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from and how to grow it, than in a natural garden setting.

With this in mind, there is a children’s playground, communal strawberry patches and plans to build a sensory and adventure playground amongst the protection of the fruit tree orchard.

The garden consists of a series of connected plots with timber edging, as well as multiple hi-rise tank planters for those who fi nd conventional gardening difficult.

The 2m x 1m plots are available for a nominal fee to community members and the fees, along with any fundraising money, are used to maintain the gardens.

Plots are irrigated by efficient dripper systems and supplemented with hand watering if needed.

There is a ‘plot buddies’ system in place for reciprocal watering, which takes the pressure off during hot dry weather and when people are away on holidays.

Some gardeners share garden maintenance responsibilities.

Plots also include ‘Compots’, inground composting bins, which break down organic waste to the benefit of nearby plants and soil life.

As well as an enviable expanse of strawberry plants, the garden boundary has a large

collection of plastic compost bins, to help recycle the surplus of seasonal green waste.

The compost is utilised in the plots for future crops and to continually improve the soil.

Diana has always been active in assisting people in the small community, teaching them when they can plant crops, how to compost and when to harvest.

She has mentored many families to gain the confidence to set up vegetable gardens at home and taught kids how to grow crops.

Diana is keen to spread the word to the wider Canberra community and has set up a Facebook and Instagram page called Growing Vegetables Down Under to facilitate this.

Her page is unique as it focuses on growing vegetables in our unusual and often challenging climate.

Diana covers things such as what to plant and when, spacing, succession planting and crop rotation.

This is tied in with the wonderful world of composting and ways of all but eliminating waste.

Plots are 2m x 1m and include dripper irrigation and ‘Compots’ - inground composting buckets.

The garden is the perfect place for children to explore and learn about growing food.

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A new lifestyle Hall 4 Gibbes Street Sitting on over 2,000sqm, this home offers up the perfect semi-rural lifestyle opportunity in Hall, just moments from the Capital.

Having undergone an extensive renovation throughout, 4 Gibbes Street boasts beautiful modern finishes and all the space you could need for your new dream lifestyle.

LJ Hooker Kaleen sales director Tim Russell says the home is a rare offering in the tightly held Hall Village.

“It’s a lifestyle home with all the things that make this a forever home; five bedrooms and fully renovated on 2,027sqm of land.

“With five bedrooms, large families will love it,” Russell says, “opposite parkland with the privacy of your own space and a tranquil setting.”

This luxury residence sprawls over a single level, and boasts separate living areas, study and a main bedroom suite with walk-in robe and ensuite.

The open-plan kitchen, family and meals area overlooks the inground swimmimg pool and

surrounding yard, which includes plenty of green space for the kids to play and places to entertain.

Other features include double garage with internal access, ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning and utility shed.

“This will not come to market again anytime soon and being completely renovated, it is sure to appeal to those looking to move straight in,” says Russell.

“Hall is iconic in the ACT as a village lifestyle in excellent proximity to city amenities.”

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Weekly market wrap Another strong weekend of auction results On Saturday 12 December, Domain reported Canberra recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 89%. This result outperformed the week prior in every indicator and demonstrated market capacity to absorb increased volume of scheduled auctions.

In comparison to the previous week, on 12 December there were: • Seven more scheduled auctions • 11 more auctions reported • 20 more properties sold • Two fewer properties withdrawn • Seven fewer properties passed in • $7,295,766 more in gross sales value • $27,000 higher median Individual sales results show prospective purchasers remain comfortable bidding to levels far exceeding quoted price guides. It has become common to see sale prices over 20% more than price guide or even reserve. This can be challenging for purchasers who are able to bid confidently at the start of an auction, however, quickly become out-matched by others who perceive greater value and have the capacity to pay more. This demand isn’t focused solely on established properties. In one project I am working on, the suburb record price for an apartment sold in Coombs has been broken four times in as many months, currently standing at $799,900.

I anticipate Canberra’s property market in 2021 will provide incredible conditions offering the greatest opportunities to participants with the capabilities to take advantage of them. Government

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efforts to stimulate the economy, including lowering interest rates, have unlocked an enormous amount of extra borrowing capacity for Canberrans and placed upward pressure on property values.

Final weeks of the year set for plenty of market activity CoreLogic data shows changes to property values during the three months to November are on track for annualised growth rate of 14% for houses and 10% for units – an unbelievable result reflecting on property analysts’ forecasts during March and April. We’ve seen analysts update their forecasts at incredible speeds, claiming accuracy, even though they had initially released four different forecasts and, in one instance, followed up shortly thereafter

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with a fifth. To date, the bulk of those promoted heavily in mainstream media have proven to be wildly inaccurate.

Those who chose to delay purchasing decisions fearing future market conditions and re-entering the market are finding conditions are not as they expect, especially in the new market. Not only have new developments increased in price significantly since March 2020, there is a shortage of stock available and due to settle within three months.

The final couple of weeks left in 2020 appear set for plenty of market activity as buyers take up whatever opportunities they can to avoid having to continue their search in 2021.

Googong unveils ‘gargantuan’ chair Residents and visitors to Googong are taking their Christmas portraits on the display village’s “gargantuan” chair.

Measuring 2.6m high, 1.9m wide and 1.7m deep, the chair has been decorated for the festive season with families flocking to take festive photographs.

Overlooking the display village and the Molonglo Ranges on Courtney Street, the chair is a permanent addition to the township, handcrafted by local furniture designer Myles Gostelow from recycled materials from the original Tharwa Bridge.

The local Bono family pose for a photo on the Googong display village’s enormous chair. Photo: Wade Cramer.

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recent sales 

under the hammer

36 Cox Street, Ainslie

$1,900,000 Home by Holly

1 Charles Perkins Circuit, Bonner

$650,000

LJ Hooker

25 Glasgow Street, Hughes

$1,655,000 LJ Hooker

13 McEachern Crescent, Melba

$650,000

Luton

17 Fortitude Street, Red Hill

$1,625,000 LJ Hooker

48 Bunima Crescent, Ngunnawal

$638,000

Independent

42 Scrivener Street, O'Connor

$1,456,000 McGrath

84/5 Empire Circuit, Forrest

$631,000

McGrath

28 Tandy Close, Bruce

$1,385,000 LJ Hooker

603/32 Mort Street, Braddon

$610,000

Impact

75/5 Kerridge Street, Kingston

$1,370,000 Independent

16/124 De Burgh Street, Lyneham

$606,000

McGrath

73A Birdwood Street, Hughes

$1,325,000 Luton

7 Kidman Close, Kambah

$600,000

One Agency

54 Bosworth Circuit, Kambah

$1,180,000 Blackshaw

5/2-4 Wedge Crescent, Turner

$595,000

LJ Hooker

2 Millen Street, Hughes

$1,150,000 Cream

4/16 Telopea Place, Queanbeyan

$585,000

LJ Hooker

17 Shortland Crescent, Ainslie

$1,150,000 LJ Hooker

99 Rockwood Street, Casey

$580,000

Independent

152/45 West Row, City

$1,110,000 One Agency

26/63 Hurtle Avenue, Bonython

$577,500

Luton

23 Laseron Place, Mawson

$1,100,000 Hayman Partners

16 Meyers Place, Macgregor

$575,000

LJ Hooker

302/2 Grose Street, Deakin

$1,100,000 Hive

315/92 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon

$575,000

Luton

15 Coghlan Street, Chifley

$1,020,000 LJ Hooker

23 Woodward Loop, Taylor

$575,000

LJ Hooker

86 Atherton Street, Downer

$965,000

Luton

7/20 Splayd Close, Dunlop

$570,000

McGrath

4 Nimbin Street, Narrabundah

$935,000

Belle

215/43 Currong Street, Braddon

$565,000

Independent

6/70 Henty Street, Braddon

$930,000

Independent

104 Plimsoll Drive, Casey

$560,000

Harcourts

8 Gribble Street, Gungahlin

$850,000

POD Projects

12/20 Helpmann Street, Bonython

$550,000

Hive

11 Lange Place, Bruce

$840,000

LJ Hooker

8 Nivison Place, Charnwood

$550,000

LJ Hooker

27 Hollingsworth Street, Gungahlin

$830,000

LJ Hooker

46/41 Pearlman Street, Coombs

$545,000

LJ Hooker

32 Adinda Street, Waramanga

308/6 Provan Street, Campbell

$828,000

Luton

8 Kinchela Crescent, Latham

$537,000

Upside

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47 Maranoa Street, Kaleen

$822,000

Independent

139B Boddington Crescent, Kambah

$535,000

One Agency

41 Macrossan Crescent, Latham

$800,000

LJ Hooker

42 Smeaton Circuit, Banks

$530,000

McIntyre

Agent

8 Donohoe Place, Gordon

$795,000

One Agency

27 Jordan Place, Queanbeyan

$515,000

LJ Hooker

10 Branson Street, Dunlop

$791,000

Independent

21/18 Burdett Crescent, Theodore

$488,000

Luton

177 Mouat Street, Lyneham

$790,000

LJ Hooker

29/5 Elvire Place, Palmerston

$475,000

LJ Hooker

9 Kavel Street, Torrens

$775,000

Christine Shaw

5/66 Allara Street, City

$420,000

Independent

44 Rapanea Street, Rivett

$770,000

LJ Hooker

28/76 Leichhardt Street, Griffith

$420,000

Luton

21 Aronson Crescent, Gilmore

$765,000

Blewitt

221/60 College Street, Belconnen

$415,000

LJ Hooker

3 Lacey Place, Kambah

$732,000

Luton

12 Carl Street, Googong

$412,500

Elders

28 Wakool Circuit, Kaleen

$730,000

LJ Hooker

4/4 Verdon Street, O'Connor

$411,900

Independent

21 Gudamang Street, Ngunnawal

$705,000

McGrath

227/15 Bowes Street, Phillip

$385,000

LJ Hooker

51 Tinderry Circuit, Palmerston

$693,000

Independent

28/15 Tench Street, Kingston

$376,000

Blackshaw

9 McBride Place, Calwell

$690,000

McGrath

9/70 Port Jackson Circuit, Phillip

$368,000

LJ Hooker

36/21 Cossington Smith Crescent, Lyneham $675,000

Edge

2/56 Cowlishaw Street, Greenway

$350,000

LJ Hooker

43 Crawford Crescent, Flynn

$665,000

McGrath

22/2 Veryard Lane, Belconnen

$340,000

Independent

24 Stromlo Crescent, Palmerston

$657,500

LJ Hooker

63/227 Flemington Road, Franklin

$320,000

Harcourts

73/2 Edinburgh Avenue, City

$655,000

McGrath

Data is provided by agents. Source: Realestate.com.au

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rare find

Between bush and coast Surf Beach NSW 6 Figtree Close Nestled between bushland and ocean on the NSW South Coast, this unique Surf Beach home has space in spades, with views of the trees and the sea.

Raine & Horne Batemans Bay director Adam Porteous says “exceptionally thoughtful” design divides the home into three, with the middle level home to the kitchen with butler’s pantry, study, dining room and two living areas. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms including the master with walk-in robe and ensuite.

“The ground floor includes a lockup double garage, fourth bedroom with ensuite bathroom as well as three separate storage spaces and a large workshop/man cave.”

Outdoors, entertain amongst the lush surrounds in the rear courtyard with alfresco dining area and pizza oven, or soak in the panoramic views from one of two balconies at the front of the home.

The home is close to the popular Surf Beach, and Porteous says the secluded position, the view and the quiet location make this home a standout property. He says it is perfect for “someone looking for a big home for all the family to visit but want a water view and privacy”.

“The sea breezes and the privacy are what sets this home apart from others,” he says.

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O’Malley 5/40 Culgoa Circuit Stylish, sophisticated and elegant sums up this beautiful property. A rare opportunity to purchase in centrally located O’Malley within the embassy precinct and close to everything that Woden has to offer. This superb, architecturally designed, four-bedroom property is located in the prestigious Kings Terrace Estate.

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1 1 Griffith 53/18 Captain Cook Crescent Inspired by New York lofts, this stylish one-bedroom apartment will put you in the heart of Manuka with the many restaurants, cafés and boutique shops at your doorstep. The popular design is complemented by a stunning wall of cedar framed windows and casement doors overlooking established pencil pines.

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LUMI Premium in nature & limited in number

Don’t miss the final release of the Lumi Collection residences in Gungahlin.

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View by appointment only, contact Andrew Ligdopoulos 0408 488 148 Keenan Veraar 0402 914 037

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Simply Sophisticated Apartments Designed by one of the nation’s leading architectural firms, each one, two and three-bedroom apartment boasts spacious, light-filled and intelligent layouts, expansive windows and generous balconies.

• Landscaped rooftop garden

• Double glazing

• Elegant bathroom spaces

• Secure parking

• Highly efficient floor plans Developed by

• Italian engineered kitchen package

• Hansa tapware

Apartments Now Selling 1 Bed, 1 Bath from $269,900 1 Bed + Study, 1 Bath, 1 Car from $330,000 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car from $430,000 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car from $550,000 For More Information Contact James Herbert 0400 853 501 David Shi 0417 668 668 TheChandlerBelconnen.com.au

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All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries. MIN EER 6.

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4/7 Gabriel Place Florey Set in a quaint cul-de-sac in the heart of Florey, this delightful townhouse is ideal for the first home buyer, the savvy

investor, or the right downsizer. This

charming property is move-in ready now and still has the opportunity to put your personal touch on it.

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relaxing bathtub • An abundance of natural light

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

20 Terewah Circuit Kaleen Immediately appealing and tucked away in a private enclave of this very tightly held location, you will find this simply delightful renovated three-bedroom home. Mature and well thought out established gardens frame the streetscape.

• Ducted gas heating • 894m2 block of land • Three bedrooms • Renovated Modern Kitchen.

• Renovated bathroom • Double carport • Polished timber floors.

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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5/40 Culgoa Circuit O'Malley Stylish, sophisticated and elegant sums up this

• 1700m2 block (approximately)

beautiful property. A rare opportunity to purchase in

• Generous kitchen fitted with Bosch appliances, glass

centrally located O'Malley amongst the bushland and

splashback and granite benchtop

embassy precinct.The property has been lovingly

• Media/Home theatre room with ambient lighting

looked after by one owner with a fastidious attention

• Undercover outdoor entertaining area

to detail. The high-end quality and stylish decor are a

• Multiple north facing living areas

masterclass of home making.

• Oversized double garage with internal access

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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For Sale $1,900,000+ _______________________________________________ View Sat, 19th Dec at 12:00pm - 12:45pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Curren 0424 288 717 Sally McCallum 0410 835 087 LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

32 Woolcock Street Watson When I first viewed this property, I knew it

held the absolute essence of what people are looking for when they look for a

property in the inner north. A timeless

retro aesthetic with a modern twist, whilst holding the character of its era.

• New floating timber flooring throughout • Separate bath and shower • Separate powder room • Internal courtyard • Darby, cast iron fireplace • New rear deck • Inground chlorine pool

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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1385 Kingsvale Road, Young NSW A gem of a country home Features: • Enclosed double carport with large workshop • Main bedroom with ensuite and walkin robe • Three-way family bathroom with bath and separate toilet • Laundry with extra shower • Nearly complete large rumpus, ready for tiling (tiles included) • Outdoor entertaining area • Chook pen and rabbit hutch • Large Shed and propagation shed new with power • Four large water tanks • Veggie gardens

Searching for a new lifestyle? Sitting on 1.5 acres, this four-bedroom country home is nestled in semi-rural surrounds, minutes to the thriving country town of Young.

Enjoy life amongst the rose gardens and the orchard with a variety of fruiting trees. Inside, north-facing, double-glazed windows, 5.5kw solar and central air conditioning ensure comfort year-round.

The current owner of this beloved home is reluctantly selling due to health issues and is looking for a young (or young at heart!) family to put the finishing touches on this delightful property.

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celebrity birthday ANNIE MURPHY 19 December 1986 Mars and the sign of Aries will be governing Annie’s affairs during the year ahead, making her extremely active and productive. However, she will need to learn to be more patient and tolerant when people and events do not move as quickly as she would like them to. As a result, she may react too strongly, creating disharmony in her personal life and workplace. She needs to avoid being impulsive or reckless, as it is the slower, steadier approach that achieves greater results this year.

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CANCER 22 JUNE – 22 JULY

LIBRA 24 SEPT – 23 OCT

CAPRICORN 22 DEC – 20 JAN

Neptune indicates people will be somewhat absent minded and changeable; it might be wise to double check any arrangements you may have with them. Do not become insecure if they want to cancel, try to accept their decision with grace rather than taking it personally.

Neptune advises you not to take anything for granted; even your long-made plans can suddenly become confused and vague. Stick to what you can do with your eyes closed and plan your adventurous moves for a better day. Problems are likely with people from overseas.

Neptune indicates that someone at work may not be totally honest and it is important that you be protective of your own interests.

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AQUARIUS 21 JAN – 19 FEB

Although family and friends mean well, circumstances may prevent them from fulfilling their obligations. It’s time to stand on your own two feet and it might be wise to take what others say with a grain of salt, especially if it seems just a little too good to be true.

Neptune indicates that you will be checking the financial situation of people you are dependent on, whether this be your partner or flatmate. Insecurities seem rife; you may have reason to doubt that others can meet their end of expenses but it’s best to quietly check with them first.

Neptune indicates that problems are likely romantically and to do with children; don’t let little things undermine your relationships. If you and your partner disagree about the best way to handle a situation where a young person is concerned, try to talk it through calmly and sensibly.

Neptune is creating confusion on the money front; ensure you can cover your expenses and, if not, don’t build up more debt than you can handle.

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VIRGO 24 AUG – 23 SEPT

SAGITTARIUS 23 NOV – 21 DEC

PISCES 20 FEB – 20 MAR

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Neptune indicates confusion is likely at home and you need to be careful of misunderstandings and odd little happenings which set you back in terms of time and wasted energy. Do your best to take these in your stride and do not magnify small irritants into major dramas.

The Sun is in the most ambitious part of your chart. While you may feel inclined to neglect the more personal side of life, there are sure to be some loud protests should this be the case. If you’re seeking work, this is the time to step up your efforts.

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 Residential & Commercial cleaning  Weekly/Fortnightly/Monthly cleaning  End of lease cleaning  Office Cleaning  Carpet steam & Oven cleaning  Window cleaning  Emergency Cleaning  Upholstery Cleaning & Airbnb cleaning  Flexible scheduling  Affordable prices & Satisfaction guaranteed!  Servicing all around Canberra & NSW

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Ballroom Dancing Join our classes and enjoy yourself in a fun and relaxed social environment at our studio in Tuggeranong Private Dancing Lessons Individual Groups • Perfect For Wedding Parties - By Appointment Adult Beginner & Intermediate Classes - every Wednesday From 8pm Junior classes - Every Thursday From 5.30pm Social Dance - The last Thursday of every month 8.15pm to 10.30pm

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Car removal services included cash for unwanted cars and difficult access removal

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Call us for an obligation free quote: • Extensions • Roof repairs • Re-roofs • Re-roofs • Gutters cleaned • New roofs • Gutters cleaned • Ridge-capping • Extensions • Ridge-capping

All classes are now held at: The Tuggeranong Community Centre 245 COWLISHAW STREET TUGGERANONG CWM0085-V2

COURIERS

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Wall Upholstery • Fabric Protection Call or email us today!

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To get your business listed in the Trades & Services Guide, call Monica on 0406 378 673 70

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Gutter Clean

OWNER DRIVER OPERATED ACT/QBN Local pickup & Delivery Interstate Service | Packaging service | 24/7 weekend service Low cost, Reliable & Professional Service

The gutter vacuum specialist

Ph: 0403 477 056 E: stt1@iprimus.com.au

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Pergola repairs

0421 193 553 All areas Free estimates CWM0812

Custom-Made Furniture

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GUTTER CLEANING

Commercial and Residential Furniture Re-Upholstery and Repairs

Removal of scrap cars

Nuckel boom crane hire for Airconditioner lifts to rooftops at competitive rates

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Contact the trades & services team 6175 8888 trades@canberraweekly.com.au

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MECHANICS

SOLAR CLEANING

Monteleone Car Works & Metal Fabrication Mechanical | Metal Fabrication | Mobile Welding Tyres | Brakes | ACT/NSW Regos | & more

Ph: 02 6241 0222 Mobile: 0438 469 138

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Want clean gutters?

Want clear downpipes?

Want safe work practices?

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Unit 6, 91-93 Grimwade Street Mitchell

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A1 BIRD & POSSUM PROOFING

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LOCKSMITHS

The Wildlife Experts

Over 30 years experience securing the Canberra Community

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Locks changed & keyed the same ‘Locked out’ service Dead locks & window locks supplied & fitted Keys made to locks & locks repaired Safe sales & service Servicing domestic & commercial clients Master licence #17501928 Seniors discounts

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Eco friendly Reliable safe cleaning Dust Mould removal Bird droppings Increase in Solar Panel energy

WINDOW CLEANING

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Possums, Sparrows, Minors, Starlings, Mice & Rats Removed And Proofed Against Re Entry Lic. No. MWL 000102073

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0407 701 135

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We are still operating and observing Social Distancing

Phone: 0458 786 727

West Sun Solar Cleaning

ALL Suburbs ALL Work Guaranteed

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Average 3 BR Home Free Flyscreen & incl GST Tracks Clean

P 6259 3200 / 6241 0857 M 0407 263 812 www.monarchcleaningservices.com.au ABN 29 073 101 768

Canberra Weekly competition winners The winners in Canberra Weekly’s latest round of competition draws are: Nylex bundle: L. Yelland, Latham.

The Witches film passes and books: B. Todd, Turner; H. Beltrami, Queanbeyan; G. Tow, Stirling.

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Federal Agent Aaron Falk (Eric Bana) returns to his hometown after an absence of over 20 years to attend the funeral of his childhood friend, Luke, who allegedly killed his wife and child before taking his own life – a victim of the madness that has ravaged this community after more than a decade of drought. When Falk reluctantly agrees to stay and investigate the crime, he opens up an old wound – the death of 17-year-old Ellie Deacon. Falk begins to suspect these two crimes, separated by decades, are connected.

As he struggles to prove not only Luke’s innocence but also his own, Falk fi nds himself pitted against the prejudice towards him and pent-up rage of a terrified community. See the Australian crime thriller in cinemas 1 January 2021.

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