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This week... Greetings, dear readers. This glorious autumnal weather reminds me of my first 12 months in Canberra. Having migrated from Queensland in late May 1985, I’d never felt so cold in my life! Spring and summer rolled on, cooler and damper than I’d been used to up north and I was beginning to wonder if things would ever heat up. In January and February, the mercury hit 30 a few times and then March arrived, bringing four halcyon weeks of sunshine and maximums in the mid-20s, experiencing great walks and balmy evenings listening to live jazz in the Sculpture Gardens. Bliss. That was when I finally fell in love with my newly adopted hometown and autumn entrenched itself as my favourite of Canberra’s four distinct seasons. Which leads me to share one of my all-time favourite poems by Chinese monk, Wu Men Hui-k’ai (1183-1260): Ten thousand flowers in spring, the moon in autumn, a cool breeze in summer, snow in winter. If your mind isn’t clouded by unnecessary things, this is the best season of your life. Reasons to be grateful this past week include Goldilocks weather, a glorious Canberra Day long weekend, a fun night at the Enlighten illuminations, opening night of the Alliance Française French Film Festival, and a very special preview of the National Gallery of Australia’s exquisite Botticelli to Van Gogh exhibition. Sensational! - Julie Samaras

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news ACT should have right to vote on euthanasia, politicians argue The Tasmanian Parliament is on the verge of legalising euthanasia, joining Victoria and WA. NSW and SA voted not to legalise euthanasia, and Queensland is debating the topic. But the ACT and the NT have been barred from voting on voluntary assisted dying for 25 years. Labor MP Dr Andrew Leigh will move at the next sitting for the Territories to be able to legislate on euthanasia, while Tara Cheyne, ACT Minister for Human Rights, and NT AttorneyGeneral Selena Uibo have written to Federal politicians, presenting it as an issue of selfdetermination and justice. The Euthanasia Laws Act 1997 (the so-called Andrews Bill, named after Victorian Liberal backbencher Kevin Andrews MP) prevents the ACT, the NT and Norfolk Island from passing laws permitting euthanasia. The NT had legalised euthanasia in 1995, by the Rights of the Terminally Ill Act 1995. The 1997 Act amends the ACT (Self-Government) Act 1988 and the NT (Self-Government) Act 1978, repealing the NT euthanasia act. Dr Leigh will move to amend these laws, restoring the right of Territories to determine

their own laws on euthanasia. “The anachronistic Andrews Bill means that a quarter of a century since it was passed, 700,000 Australians who live in the NT or the ACT are still unable to participate in a democratic process to resolve community approaches to euthanasia,” Dr Leigh said in his Notice of Motion. Appealing the Bill, he argued, would return to the Territories legal powers held by other Australian jurisdictions. It would not direct that either Territory should legislate on euthanasia, but merely allow them to do so if appropriate. Ms Cheyne and Ms Uibo believed there was “stark inequity” between States and Territories regarding voluntary assisted dying, and that the persistence of this situation was inconsistent with Australia’s international human rights obligations. “It is untenable and indefensible,” Ms Cheyne said. They argue that prohibiting Territory citizens from deciding for themselves – through their elected representatives – whether to legislate on voluntary assisted dying violates the International

Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. “It is hard to fathom – and embarrassing – that the Federal Government allows a situation to persist which limits some residents’ human rights in our own country,” Ms Cheyne said. “This is a simple legislative change for the Federal Government to propose and enact which would cost nothing. But it would mean so much to ACT and NT residents – and right a wrong that has persisted for decades.” Elizabeth Lee, leader of the Canberra Liberals, said her party supported the ACT Legislative Assembly being given the power to legislate on this issue, but would continue to treat euthanasia as a conscience issue. Ms Lee said she had raised this matter with the Prime Minister. ACT Liberal Senator Zed Seselja voted against a recent attempt to repeal the Andrews Bill, the Restoring Territory Rights (Assisted Suicide Legislation) Bill 2015. However, although Mr Seselja opposes euthanasia on human rights grounds, he has said he is open to the ACT having broader legislative rights. - Nick Fuller

Civic street art celebrates local Olympian Last Friday 5 March, the final brushstrokes dried on a mural that aims to ensure Canberran pedestrians will be inspired by Olympic BMX rider Caroline Buchanan’s homegrown talent and tenacity well into the future. One of Canberra’s most successful BMX riders, Caroline Buchanan has spent the past year training hard to qualify for her third Olympics, in Tokyo, which would be her last. The 30-year-old’s home track is at the Tuggeranong Vikings BMX Club, and it was there she found her love for the sport, before going on to win eight BMX and mountain bike world championships. The colourful mural at the mouth of Tocumwal Lane, Civic, says ‘Choose to Challenge’, which was one of the themes of International Women’s Day 2021, celebrated on 8 March. Buchanan said the phrase held a lot of meaning for her. “I was a five-year-old girl who grew up in the sport of BMX, which used to be a boy’s sport,” she said. “I’ve really chosen that path, to be 10

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something that I couldn’t see, so for me this really resonates for that little girl who followed that dream all the way to the top to the Olympics.” Buchanan is preparing for her “biggest challenge yet”, having regained her form and returned to the sport after more than two years recovering from injury. The mural was painted by students from Buchanan’s old school, Erindale College, with the guidance of local artist Bohie Palecek, who came up with the bright, bold plan. “I was definitely trying to capture Caroline’s unbelievable energy with this design,” Palecek said. Seven college students aged 16-18 worked with Palecek through a series of workshops last week and spent time with Buchanan to hear more about her journey. Like the students, Palecek found the project equally rewarding. “Working with the students, talking about gender equality and talking about breaking gender stereotypes is really important to me,” she said. Palecek, who is also a BMX rider, said she

Caroline Buchanan with street artist Bohie Palecek (left) and Erindale College students who collaborated on the project. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

grew up in a similar world as Buchanan. “It’s the same as [with] street art, we didn’t have female role models to look up to.” Her work can be found on the PCYC building in Turner, the Kambri district at ANU, Narrabundah 2 Sports Pavilion and at UC. The wall featuring the mural was provided by the Canberra Centre and the project was funded by the ACT Government’s street art program, with support from YWCA Canberra. - Rosa Ritchie

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news Parents galled by French leave from Belconnen High School “J’en perds mon latin,” primary school students in the Belconnen district might exclaim in consternation; they are certainly at risk of losing their French. Children at Hawker and Weetangera primary schools learn French since kindergarten, and expect to continue when they reach Belconnen High School. But Belconnen High discontinued French (and Indonesian) in 2017, due to a shortage of language teachers. Instead, the school’s Year 7 and 8 students learn about local Aboriginal cultural heritage and languages (Connecting to Country). The ACT Government requires these grades to learn one of eight priority languages for at least 150 minutes a week, and schools may offer Indigenous languages. From Year 9, Belconnen High students can learn Spanish, Mandarin and Japanese. But no French. Kristen Baker, a Hawker Primary mother, does not think this is good enough. She has launched a petition to the ACT Legislative Assembly, sponsored by Elizabeth Kikkert MLA, calling for French to recommence at Belconnen, and for the government to attract or train a specialist teacher.

“You’ve got kids learning from four years old,” Ms Baker said. “To stop them in their formative years from cementing that learning is a crying shame.” Her daughters (now in fifth and sixth grade) have learnt French for seven years – and they were surprised and disappointed when they discovered French was not offered at Belconnen High. Her eldest, in particular, has a deep thirst for French culture, and wants to travel or even live there one day. “You see it feeding their soul in terms of an appreciation of the world outside Canberra. That’s a beautiful thing to watch in your kids.” Seven years of language learning is almost double what government policy requires and offers learners a strong foundation, Mrs Kikkert said. “A two-year gap in learning is doing them a disservice,” Ms Baker said. “That break will really set them back.” The Bakers believe Connecting to Country should continue, but not at the expense of immersion in language. There are many French tutors in Canberra, Ms Baker said, such as at the

Alliance Française; perhaps Belconnen High could offer French outside core hours, after school or in lunchtimes – but that would be another cocurricular activity in a busy life. Ms Baker is even considering moving outside the Belconnen region for schools if she must. The ACT Education Directorate recruited 13 language teachers for Canberra schools in a national recruitment round last August and intend to hold another targeted recruitment drive towards the end of this year. The ACT Government explained Australia was experiencing a nationwide “drought” of language teachers, made worse by COVID-19 restrictions on overseas employment. Ms Baker considers this a catch-22 situation: “If the lack of teaching staff is truly the issue, shouldn’t we be teaching more children?” She was also concerned other schools might have discontinued languages. She hoped her petition would prompt parents to look closely at whether high schools were offering the languages they should. - Nick Fuller

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news ACT sees ‘significant’ increased demand for LGBTIQA+ support services There has been a significant increase in demand for LGBTIQA+ support services in the ACT, according to local support organisation, Meridian. Meridian CEO Philippa Moss said the organisation has been managing an increase in demand for around two to 2.5 years. This includes a 272% increase in clients who identify or are exploring identity options as trans, gender diverse and/or non-binary, which, according to Ms Moss, is a “really super significant” statistic. As well, the organisation has seen an increase in counselling need from clients who “tentatively identify as men who have sex with men with the intersection of a culturally and linguistically diverse identity”. Demand has also increased for people who identify with a pattern of risky substance abuse behaviour. “I think it’s a range of things that have been impacting the LGBTIQA+ community,

[the increase in demand] would probably have started around the marriage equality debate,” Ms Moss said. “We’ve had lots of public debates; that really impacts people … and then the sort of natural disasters stuff and COVID.” Similarly, data from LGBTIQA+ peer support organisation QLife, prepared for ANZ’s Mardi Gras campaign, shows a 65% increase in demand for support from the ACT, the second highest in the country behind Tasmania. Nationally, the organisation reported a 58% increase in the volume of calls and enquiries in the second half of 2020, with a more than 70% increase from people under 18. Ms Moss said while the spike from the ACT could be attributed to increased visibility for QLife and its services, there is certainly a need for more support for people in the ACT. “There is absolutely no doubt that we need increased funding to service the demand that

we’re seeing and the increased demand that we’re seeing, and that’s something that we’re advocating and lobbying for with government and trying to fundraise,” she said. “Canberra’s a really progressive place in many ways, and the government do really good things … but the people who are marginalised and on the edge kind of sometimes get hidden in all that ‘glossy stuff’.” If you or someone you know needs support, you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or QLife on 1800 184 527. Visit meridianact.org.au for more information on the organisation’s LGBTIQA+ support services. - Libby Kimber

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Canberrans celebrate the ‘Yes’ vote in Haig Park in 2017. Meridian CEO Philippa Moss says the organisation has seen an increase in demand for their services since the marriage equality plebiscite. Photo: Michael Masters/Getty.

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news ACT learner driver syllabus to be rewritten Chosen by the ACT Government to overhaul the pre-learner driver’s licence course, Stay Road Right has now launched a dedicated road safety centre in the Canberra region. Stay Road Right was selected by the ACT Government to overhaul the syllabus of the two-day pre-learner licence training course, previously called Road Ready. The driver equivalent of Stay Upright, a school for motorcycle riders, Stay Road Right is accredited to support Canberra’s learner drivers from the first phase of the new licensing scheme, providing the mandatory two-day Pre-Learner Licence Training Course, two new voluntary safety courses, as well as on-the-road driver training with skilled driving instructors. Glen McGrath, Stay Upright regional manager NSW, ACT and QLD, said Stay Road Right won the tender issued by the ACT Government in 2019 to “rewrite the 20-year-old pre-learner licence course curriculum”. “The new curriculum, which is due to be rolled out soon, follows the ACT Government’s desire to modernise the course content by adding adult

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educational learning concepts and changing the focus of learning from a fear-based platform to self-assessment and risk management,” Mr McGrath said. Founded in 1981, Stay Upright is Australia’s first and largest motorcycle training provider and has helped train Canberra’s motorcycle riders for over two decades. Simon McAdie, ACT regional manager at Stay Road Right, said the organisation was dedicated to ensuring the safety of all road users on Canberra’s road. “It’s very exciting to bring the syllabus into the 21st century,” he said. “Road safety is road safety. We were very excited to cross over to cars. In the years we have had teaching motorcycle riders to keep themselves safe, we’re trying to pass that on with a car context.” Between 2006 and 2017, 15 drivers under the age of 25 lost their lives in the ACT, driving Stay Road Right to focus on reducing distractions for inexperienced drivers. “Back when the original syllabus was written, mobile phones weren’t an issue and research has

Stay Road Right is overhauling the two-day Pre-Learner Licence Training Course, previously called Road Ready. Image supplied.

told us the course needed a bit more about the mental aspect of how the driver acts on the road,” Mr McAdie said. “When the new syllabus was written it was advised to stay away from the fear-based education and be more interactive with the students. It’s getting them to think more about what they’re doing.” While the new learner drivers’ course is still pending ACT Government approval, the dedicated road safety centre in Queanbeyan will provide all elements of the ACT’s new graduated licensing scheme.

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Taking one step at a time, the Marching Ants are keeping the spirit of Relay for Life ignited as they celebrate survivors and remember loved ones lost to cancer. Relay for Life is a global movement to bring communities together to create a cancer-free future, raising vital funds for the Cancer Council’s research, prevention and support services. This year, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canberra community has been invited to “Relay Your Way” in a challenge of their own choosing. The Marching Ants have been participating in the ACT’s Relay for Life for 13 years and plan to walk bridge to bridge around Lake Burley Griffin to show their support. Sisters Maria and Helen Rodriguez have been involved in the Marching Ants since the team started in 2009. They will be relaying on Saturday 20 March to honour their mother before having a celebratory remembrance afterwards for those lost. “It would have been my mum’s 56th wedding anniversary,” Maria said. “We decided to do it on that day to celebrate her life … It’s an emotional day, so why not be together with your closest friends and family,” said Marching Ants team member, Jacqui Hewitt. Maria and Helen lost their mother to cancer in 2014, while other members of the Marching Ants have had family members fight cancer or have been diagnosed themselves. Jacqui lost her mother in 2013 to nonsmoker’s lung cancer and, five weeks later, her grandmother succumbed to a brain tumour. Denise Connolly was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 39. This year will be her 15th year cancer free. While disappointed this

year’s relay can’t be held as the traditional overnight event at the AIS, the Marching Ants plan to make the day just as special and fun filled. “One of the highlights is doing the survivors’ lap at the beginning of the relay,” Denise said. “I have always gotten to do that with Eddie, Maria and Helen’s dad, because he’s always marched for and with Maria Senior before she passed … that was always very special.” While uncertain of the logistics, Maria said they are hoping to continue the tradition of relaying for 24 hours. The team agrees that fundraising for the Cancer Council has never been as important following the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s a case of recognising that while the world changes around us, we need to adapt,” said Helen. “While COVID is the thing everyone talks about at the moment, it’s not the only thing we as humans need to fight against … millions of people die, have died and will die from cancer as well, so we need to recognise we can make a difference.” Another local Relay for Life team that will be walking the bridge-to-bridge walk on 20 March is the Bold Bandannas, who have been participating in the event since the Relay’s inception in 2000. Since then, they have raised a total of $460,000, including $50,000 in the past 12 months. The Bold Bandannas will cut the starting ribbon on the day and plan to accept donations from people they meet along the way to help the Cancer Council create a cancer-free future. - Erin Cross For more information or to donate, visit actcancer.org https://actcancer.org/fundraisingand-events/canberra-relay-for-life2021-relay-your-way/

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Former Wing Commander Robyn Clay-Williams in the C-130 Hercules, one of the aircraft featured in a new commemorative coin set. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

RAAF centenary celebrations take flight on the face of a coin The Royal Australian Air Force’s (RAAF) first female pilot, former Wing Commander Robyn ClayWilliams, flew to Canberra in a C-130 Hercules last Thursday, 4 March, to celebrate a newly minted commemorative coin set

featuring iconic aircraft. The Royal Australian Mint joined forces with the RAAF to design the collection of coins, ‘A Century of Air Power’, depicting the evolution of Air Force aviation in Australia. As a test pilot, Ms Clay-Williams

gained experience flying over 20 aircraft types and is particularly well acquainted with one depicted in the coin set – the C-130 Hercules, which she helped acquire in the late 1990s. The 11-piece collection of 50 cent coins includes 10 classic aircraft and one coin dedicated to the people who keep them in the air. Royal Australian Mint CEO Leigh Gordon, who served in the RAAF for 37 years, was present at the launch. He said the Australian Mint played a strong role helping Australia tell the story of its history – celebrating anniversaries, significant organisations and events. “And that certainly drives the Mint, and the people in the Mint.” The Hercules has a 63-year long story within the RAAF; Ms ClayWilliams said it was a “real work horse” and lovely to fly. It evacuated survivors and transported casualties after the Bali bombings. It delivers cargo to Australian Antarctic research

stations and troops in the Middle East. Ms Clay-Williams said the Mint’s new commemorative collection was special because coins were enduring. “It’s the sort of thing you might bury in a time capsule and dig up in 500 years and it would still be intact.” Present at the launch, Deputy Chief of Air Force, Air ViceMarshal Stephen Meredith, said the collection was an outstanding way to honour the service and sacrifice of the 350,000 people who served and the 11,100 who lost their lives in service to the RAAF over the last 100 years. The coin set is available in a limited mintage of 15,000, retailing for $175. Visitors to the Mint can also press their own RAAF coin from the Gallery Press. - Rosa Ritchie Find an extended version of this story and more photos online at canberraweekly.com.au

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news Check In CBR app mandatory Fourth road fatality in ACT Under ACT public health directions, all restricted businesses must now use the Check In CBR app to collect contact details of any patrons over the age of 16. The app became mandatory for use on Saturday 6 March. Restricted businesses include cafés, restaurants, clubs, beauty salons and hairdressers.

Last week, the ACT Government said more than 8,000 businesses had registered to use the app and more than 396,000 people had downloaded it. If you don’t have a smart phone or have trouble checking in, the venue will be able to check in patrons using the app. For more on this story, head to canberraweekly.com.au

WorkSafe notices in Ginninderry WorkSafe ACT issued a number of notices to residential construction sites in Ginninderry on 3 March as part of their ongoing crackdown on worksite safety. Inspectors visited 25 sites in Ginninderry, issuing 19 improvement notices, three prohibition notices and one infringement notice. The notices were issued in relation to the risk of falls from heights,

unsafe scaffolding, electrical hazards, lack of amenities and signage, as well as safe work method statements not being in place or followed. Work Health and Safety Commissioner Jacqueline Agius said; “It’s time for industry to take action and start improving their work health and safety practices, because protecting your workers is not negotiable.”

The ACT has recorded its fourth road fatality for 2021 following the death of a 19-year-old man in a two-car collision in Hume in the early hours of Monday 8 March. About 1.20am, emergency services were called to a collision between a Toyota Corolla and

a Honda sedan on the Monaro Highway. ACT Ambulance Service paramedics attended to a 19-yearold driver; however, he was declared deceased at the scene. The other driver was transported to hospital for assessment.

Hands Up 4 CBR Giving Day The Hands Up 4 CBR Giving Day got underway on Tuesday 9 March, as 60 charities joined with Hands Across Canberra (HAC) to raise $500,000 over a 48-hour period in what is the region’s largest charitable fundraising appeal. By introducing the charities to the broader Canberra community, the event allows Canberrans to donate money to more local causes. Peter Gordon, CEO of HAC, said he has been humbled by the community’s response.

“The message for Canberrans is the majority of Canberrans are fine, we’re healthy, wealthy and living in a very connected city but there are some people who aren’t connected,” he said. “There are 300 charities in Canberra, all of whom do great work and all of whom need a lot of help. The more that we connect the 400,000 people in Canberra with those 300 charities, suddenly, we’re better off.” As at 3pm on 9 March, over $350,000 had aready been raised.

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news Emergency services ‘need to reflect the communities we serve’ The ACT Emergency Services Agency (ACT ESA) celebrated International Women’s Day (8 March) by recognising the everyday women who provide emergency management services to the Canberra community. This year’s IWD theme was ‘Choose to challenge’, encouraging people to call out gender bias, inequality, stereotypes and to help forge an inclusive world. In 2015, the ACT Minister for Police and Emergency Services launched the ESA’s Women in Emergency Services Strategy to increase and develop women in the ACT’s four emergency services – ACT Ambulance, ACT Fire & Rescue (ACTF&R), ACT Rural Fire Service (RFS) and ACT State Emergency Service. Firefighter Merrin Starr joined ACTF&R five years ago after craving a job that was physical and allowed her to work with the community. She said young women need to see women on

firetrucks “so they can actually visualise that it’s an option for them when they do grow up”. For Brooke Turner, a Deputy Captain with the ACTRFS at Molonglo Station, when she walked into her first training session as a bushfire fighter 2015, she saw a sea of men. “I was little daunted,” she admitted. Six years later, she still loves volunteering and said the number of women in ACT RFS has increased. Mapping volunteer Giovanna Lorenzin has been working with the Mapping and Planning Support Group (MAPS) for 12 years, collecting intelligence from the fire grounds and the aerial survey to help plan how to fight fires. Her message to young women is “don’t be afraid to take on opportunities as they come up”. “Volunteering is a good way of starting out in a career because volunteering gives you the skills and connections that can be used to get a

Merrin Starr, Giovanna Lorenzin, Brooke Turner and Alyssia Tennant are proud to work in the ACT’s emergency services. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

career in that field,” she said. Alyssia Tennant has been volunteering with the SES at Gungahlin for about a year and believes one of the barriers to female participation in every industry “is being able to visibly see women doing the same thing”. “I think part of it is showing that there’s women in the service and making it seem accessible and seem like something that’s worth while doing,” Ms Tennant said. “Particularly in the SES, we really need to reflect the communities that we serve.” - Erin Cross

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sport Lonergan seals Brumbies win with 55-metre bomb top of the Super Rugby AU ladder. Despite the win, there were a couple of sour notes for the Brumbies. Skipper Allan Alaalatoa faces a three-match suspension for a high shot, while hooker Connal McInerney will undergo surgery

for a broken fibula and will miss an extended period. The Brumbies now take on the other undefeated Super Rugby AU side, the Queensland Reds, at GIO Stadium on Saturday 13 March in a Grand Final rematch.

Kalashnikov wins Black Opal Ryan Lonergan of the Brumbies celebrates kicking the winning goal against the Rebels at GIO Stadium Canberra on 6 March. Getty Images.

Ryan Lonergan drilled a 55-metre penalty goal after the final siren to hand the Brumbies a thrilling 27-24 victory over the Melbourne Rebels at GIO Stadium Canberra on Saturday night, 6 March. With the Brumbies faithful holding their breath, the replacement halfback

stepped up to take the pressure kick. He made sweet contact with the ball and it just fell over the the crossbar, sending the home crowd wild. The victory means the Brumbies remain undefeated through their first three matches of the season and on

The Canberra Racing Carnival produced two tremendous days of racing with Kalashnikov winning the Black Opal on Sunday 7 March before Mr Marathon Man took out the Canberra Cup on the Monday. Kalashnikov won the two-yearold 1200m race thanks to a gun ride from James McDonald and will now head towards the $3.5 million Golden Slipper at Rosehill on 20 March. It is the third Black Opal Stakes won by Peter and Paul Snowden after taking out the 2016 and 2020 editions. Monday’s racing endured some

hiccups with separate delays caused by the rails needing to be moved and then lightning. The Canberra Cup was delayed even further due to a fractious horse in the gates, but it was worth the wait as Mr Marathon Man crossed the line first from Dadoozdart in a thrilling finish. The win was the first Canberra Cup victory for both trainer Richard Litt and jockey Robbie Dolan. The Thoroughbred Park stables enjoyed a fruitful couple of days, with nine local winners from the 16 races.

Raiders ready to roll as 2021 season kicks off With the Canberra Raiders’ round one match only a few sleeps away, Canberra Weekly spoke to a couple of their star players about the upcoming season. First was young gun Bailey Simonsson, who said he was focused on securing a position on the wing after injury cut short his 2020 season. “My first season I floated around a bit, and last year I was floating around a bit too … but my goal has always been to lock down a spot,” said Simonsson. “I don’t mind playing either side. I think I’ll be playing on the right to start.” Since joining the club in 2013, veteran wing Jordan Rapana said this is the strongest he has seen the club depth wise. “When I get to the end of my 22

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career, I want to be able to say I won a comp, especially with these boys.” Back-rower Elliott Whitehead said Hudson Young is the man to fill the void left by the departure of John Bateman. “I’ve been doing a lot of work with Hudson and I think he’ll fit into that role really well,” he said. “He’s played a lot in the middle and isn’t really used to being on the edge, defending your edge and check releasing, so we’ve been doing a lot of work on that and the positional plays as well.” The Raiders first game is against the Wests Tigers at GIO Stadium Canberra on Sunday 14 March 4.05pm. Visit Ticketek for ticket details. Find extended versions of these interviews at canberraweekly.com.au

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Melanoma March

On Sunday 14 March 10.30am-12pm, Friends of Black Mountain invite you to join local expert, Suzi Bond, to see and hear about butterflies and the plants they like near the summit of Black Mountain. It will be a generally easy walk with some steep sections and steps. Bookings essential, and only available to people Imperial Jezebel. aged 18-plus. Email your name and phone number to Photo: D. Bassett. friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com, or phone Julie (6251 6972) or Linda (0437 298 711). More info: friendsofblackmountain.org.au

Walks and talks about wetlands The Woodlands and Wetlands Trust invites you to walks and talks about wetlands on Sunday 14 March 8am-1pm at Jerrabomberra Wetlands Nature Reserve, Fyshwick. This is a chance to treasure wetlands of this region and farther afield: appreciate their importance, their beauty, how they help city living, and their role in cleaning natural waters. Details and bookings (essential) via jerrabomberrawetlands.org.au

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Not-for-profit organisation Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) is calling on all Australians to join its innovative new Melanoma March campaign to raise $500,000 for lifesaving research to develop new treatments for melanoma. Due to COVID, the traditional physical events have been replaced with an interactive digital campaign. Throughout March, Australians are being asked to buy a $30 digital footprint in support of the one Aussie every 30 minutes who is told they have melanoma. To buy a digital footprint and personalise it, go to melanomamarch.org.au

School Volunteer Program ACT The School Volunteer Program of the ACT (SPVACT) is now recruiting volunteers for the 2021 school year. SPVACT need mature adults who are able to commit to meeting with a student once a week for at least two terms, helping them to improve their academic skills or working with them to complete a Meccano project. The first mentor orientation seminars will be held on Friday 19 March. To apply, visit svpact.org.au or call Nola on 0434 537 555 or Melissa on 0432 842 550 to find out more.

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Charity family and market day The Younger Women’s Cancer Support Group will launch at a fun family and market day on Saturday 13 March 11am-5pm at St James Anglican Church, 40 Beaurepaire Cres, Holt. Activities include a petting zoo, rides, big slide, sausage sizzle, market stalls and raffle prizes. More info: Younger Women’s Cancer Support Group on facebook.com/ywcsg/

Yarralumla Craft Destash Market The Yarralumla Craft Destash Market returns on Saturday 20 March 10am1pm, Yarralumla Uniting Church Centre, Denman St, Yarralumla; gold coin entry. It is a trash and treasure market specialising in craft materials - fabric, wool, papercraft, buttons, embellishments, ribbons, craft magazines, stamps and more! Refreshments will be available. More info: email artsandcrafts@ yarrauniting.org.au

Call for volunteers Community Services #1 values the massive contribution their volunteers make to the success of their programs and community events. They are looking for volunteers for their Walking School Bus on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings (8.25-9.15am) and to help clients in their Pantry on Monday and Wednesday afternoons (1-4pm). More info: communityservices1.org or call 6126 4700.

Watson High School reunion 50 years for 1971 Year 12 group. Years before and after are also welcome. At Gungahlin Lakes Golf and Community Club on Saturday 20 March 6pm; $25 each. RSVP: Email Alan adlatimer@bigpond.com ASAP as he needs numbers for catering. Hope to see you there!

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VIEW Club Queanbeyan Evening: Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month at Vanilla Pod Café, Riverside Plaza, Queanbeyan. Next meeting 17 March. Enjoy an evening with guest speakers and friendship of women in the local community. New members welcome. Contact Sue on 0448 427 237. Yerrabi: The next meeting of this new club is on Thursday 18 March 11.30am at Eastlake Gungahlin. If you would like to attend and become an inaugural member or for more information, email June via june3@iinet.net.au by 15 March. Gungahlin Day: The next meeting will be on Wednesday 24 March 12pm at Gungahlin Lakes Golf Club, Nicholls. Cost $35 for two-course lunch. Guest speaker will be Alan Foskett OAM Canberra & District Historical Society. RSVP to Angela on 0458 012 402 before 9pm 21 March. Tuggeranong Evening: The next meeting will be on 24 March 6.30pm at Town Centre Vikings Club, Greenway. Cost: $27 includes two-course dinner

GIVIT donation of the week: Garden beds GIVIT is working with a facility that has been offering homeless men in the ACT a safe haven to sleep, connect and access support services for many years, a much-needed facelift. The improvement plan includes renovating the 13 rooms to be a more calming and healthier environment to sleep, creating an outdoor garden space for the men to take part in growing food and connecting to nature, and updating the living spaces. The organisation requires items to create the outdoor component of the transformation including, concrete sleepers with metal supports for the garden beds, potting mix, basic gardening tools and seedlings for hearty local crops. To donate, visit givit.org.au/donate-items, search by category “Garden and Outdoor” in your local area. After you pledge the item, the organisation will contact you to arrange pick-up, post or drop-off.

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Whole pineapple cake Serves 8 1 pineapple 1 1/2 cups (150g) almond meal 2 3/4 cups (2505) desiccated coconut 1 tsp baking powder 6 eggs 250g caster sugar Toasted coconut flakes, to serve Natural or Greek yoghurt, to serve

Use it all

Preheat the oven to 160°C and line a 30cm loaf tin with baking paper. Cut the skin off the pineapple and set aside, then cut the flesh and core into small cubes and blitz them in a food processor until smooth. You’ll need 400g of pineapple purée for the batter.

Our food writer Libby Kimber this week encourages you to ‘use it all’, with two recipes for sweet treats that can be made with things you likely already have in the pantry.

Rhubarb and ricotta tea cake Serves 6-8 1 cup (150g) plain flour

Preheat the oven to 170°C. Line a 21cm round cake tin with baking paper. Whisk together the flour, baking powder and coconut in a large bowl and set aside.

1/2 cup (125ml) full-cream milk

In a stand mixer, cream the butter, sugar and lemon zest until light and fluffy, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Turn the mixer to low speed and mix in the ricotta, then add the flour mixture in three goes until just combined. With the mixer still running drizzle in the milk and lemon juice. Turn off the mixer and fold in the rhubarb, then pour into the prepared cake tin. Bake for 50 minutes or until lightly golden on top and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

125–150g rhubarb, trimmed and sliced into small pieces

The cake will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup (45g) desiccated coconut 1/2 cup (125g) unsalted butter 3/4 cup (150g) caster sugar Zest of 1 lemon, plus 2 tsp lemon juice 2 eggs 185g ricotta

You can replace the rhubarb with the same quantity of any fresh chopped fruit, and you can use any type of citrus zest and juice. We love the following flavours:

Whisk together the almond meal, desiccated coconut and baking powder in a large bowl and set aside. In a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, whisk the eggs and sugar on medium speed until pale and fluffy (or you can do this in a large bowl with a hand whisk). Add the pineapple purée to the egg mixture and whisk for another minute. Slowly add the dry ingredients in batches, whisking well after each addition. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 50–60 minutes, until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. Meanwhile use the pineapple skin to make a pineapple skin syrup. Leave the cake to cool in the tin on a wire rack for 10 minutes before turning out. Serve straight away or keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Serve warm or toasted with the pineapple skin syrup, toasted coconut and yoghurt. Images and text from Use It All by Alex Elliott-Howery and Jaimee Edwards, photography by Cath Muscat. Murdoch Books RRP $39.99.

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Food for thought

The latest in foodie news, events and products. Canberra’s newest wine bar Dear Prudence has opened at Verity Lane Market, with a European-heavy wine list, Spanish-inspired snacks and a cool and casual atmosphere to match. Dear Prudence takes its name from the Beatles song of the same name, and owner Phillip Keir wants it to be a fun place for locals to visit and enjoy the extensive drinks list and menu from Gerald Ong. Visit Dear Prudence from 4pm Tuesday-Sunday at 102 Alinga Street in the City.

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House. Citi cardholders can still access some tickets to the other events: Sixpenny x Aubergine; Alana Sapwell and Analiese Gregory at Bar Rochford; and the Young Chefs Dinner at Monster Kitchen and Bar. Missed out on a feature event? No worries – a number of restaurants are also participating in ‘Friends of Good Month’ where they’ll be hosting their own experiences throughout March. Head to goodfoodmonth.com/ canberra for all the details. Calling all vegans! Canberra has recently ranked in the top 10 vegan-friendly capital cities globally, coming in at eighth place. The research from Myprotein Australia puts Canberra behind Wellington in New Zealand, Iceland’s capital Reykjavik, and Paris as the top three, followed by Bern in Switzerland, Washington DC, Bogota and Rome, with London and Dublin rounding out the top 10. Canberra District winery Shaw Wines has expanded into the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) region. A distribution agreement with Cornerstone Wines will see the local product in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Braddon Merchant on Mort Street has welcomed new executive chef, Bernd Brademann, who will debut his new menu at a special event on Thursday 18 March. Brademann, who has 18 years’ experience both locally and internationally, brings with him a passion for fine dining, local and seasonal produce and the paddock to plate philosophy, and promises “delicate yet generous dishes that excite and engage”. The Bernd Brademann x Braddon Merchant event, as part of Friends

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of Good Food Month, will feature four courses that promise a “taste of what’s to come” at Braddon Merchant. Visit braddonmerchant.com.au/ events for the event information and to join the waitlist. Contentious Character has a full calendar of events happening this month at their Wamboin winery. There’s trivia, Korean and pizza on Thursday nights, yoga and brunch on Sunday 21 March and tasting and dining experiences for Canberra Wine Week. For the Easter long weekend, head out to the vines for Good Friday fish and chips or the Easter Sunday kids egg hunt. For all the details and to book, head to contentiouscharacter.com. au/events What’s your favourite food or drink? ING recently released its Sense of Us report, which revealed Aussies love a roast dinner, seafood or pizza, our favourite coffee order is cappuccino and wine is the alcoholic drink of choice. They also discovered more than a third of us like to cook for fun, and 33% of Australians want to improve their cooking this year.

Canberra wines make a comeback for 2021 Canberra’s wine industry endured a tough 2020, after drought, smoke taint, hail and then COVID-19 restrictions wreaked havoc for winemakers across the district. Picking is now underway for the 2021 vintage, and we are happy to report the news is much better for this year’s crops. CEO of Murrumbateman’s Four Winds Vineyard, Sarah Collingwood – who turned her spoiled 2020 grapes into gin – says the 2021 vintage is shaping up to be a good one. “We haven’t had a day over 40 degrees; the ripening’s taking a bit longer than we thought but the fruit’s looking really good,” she says. “We’re actually picking chardonnay today which is so exciting because that’s the first thing that’s come off our vineyards this season. “We’re just looking forward to getting them all in; once the grapes are in the winery it’s like they’re safe.” Similarly, Lake George Winery had to do away with some of their 2020 grapes, but this year’s harvest is looking good after rainfall and, thankfully, the absence of smoke and hail. “We’re seeing the shiraz is just flourishing,”

This year’s pinot grapes at Lake George Winery. Photos: Canberra Wines.

says owner-operator Sarah McDougall. “Everything’s looking perfect. “We’ve already picked chardonnay for sparkling and it was really exciting to get fruit into the winery and kick off vintage.” With hope on the horizon, Canberra’s famous cool climate wines will be on show for Canberra Wine Week, on this year from 21 to 29 March. This year’s event will celebrate 50 years of Canberra District wine, with a calendar of events including dinners, grape stomping, glamping, music and entertainment and a tasting featuring local winemakers at the launch event on 20 March. For the Canberra Wine Week events calendar and tickets, heads to canberrawines.com.au - Libby Kimber

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NGA director Nick Mitzevich said the 61 masterpieces that comprise the Botticelli to Van Gogh exhibition take visitors on a journey through the history of Western European art. Photos: Kerrie Brewer.

Coordinating curator Sally Foster said Botticelli to Van Gogh features some of the most important Western European artists of all time.

With international travel off the cards, the National Gallery of Australia is hoping Australians will make a cultural pilgrimage to Canberra this autumn to see the new blockbuster Botticelli to Van Gogh: Masterpieces from the National Gallery, London. An occasion four years in the making, it’s the first time the National Gallery, London has put an exhibition on the road containing their collection, as usually they would lend only an item or two at a time. Open from Friday 5 March until Monday 14 June, Botticelli to Van Gogh is a display of 61 masterpieces from 56 artists covering over 500 years of Western European art. The body of work coming to Canberra coincides with a once-in-50-years occurrence that these paintings aren’t hanging at the National Gallery, London. “We took the opportunity to be able to borrow the works during their own renovation period, so it’s a once in 50-years time that these would come off the permanent walls,” NGA director Nick Mitzevich told Canberra Weekly. “One of our guiding principles is to bring the best art to Australia … These artists are on the walls because they changed art history.” Coming together amidst the disruption COVID has had on international travel, Mitzevich said the Gallery has “worked very closely to define and orchestrate every step of the movement to the work going onto the wall” with their colleagues in London. “At the heart of it was making sure that we could move the works safely,” he said. “Every step of the way from the work coming off the walls at the National Gallery [London] to being

put into a commissioned crate that transports the work, to making sure that every element of that work doesn’t vibrate or move.” The exquisite paintings are expertly illuminated by new lighting installed into the Gallery’s temporary exhibition space as part of a $5 million renovation. “We thought if it was appropriate to bring an exhibition of this magnitude to Australia, we ourselves needed to be able to present them in the best way possible,” Mitzevich said.

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Botticelli to Van Gogh a story, narrative and masterclass

Botticelli to Van Gogh takes visitors on a journey through the history of Western European art through seven themed rooms. “Each work leads to the next, it’s a story and a narrative but also a masterclass defining time and place,” Mitzevich said. “When you visit this exhibition, you don’t need to have an art history knowledge, we hopefully step you through the major points in history and time.” The first room is a showcase of early Italian Renaissance painting, where the innovation and metamorphosis of that era is visible. Following that is the Dutch paintings room. Featuring portraiture, still life and landscape paintings, it includes one of the most recognisable works of Western European art, Rembrandt’s Self Portrait at the Age of 34. “I feel like I'm looking into the eyes of the artist,” coordinating curator Sally Foster said of the work. “You see the power of the subject, how paint and canvas can come to life in three dimensions. This

portrait is unsurpassed in art history.” Following that is a room of British portraiture. It is through these commissioned works, Foster says, that the British aristocracy built an image of prestige and status they still hold in the eyes of many to this day. In that time, circa the 17th and 18th centuries, the British aristocracy would take a “grand tour” of Italy, often bringing back an exquisite painting of themselves on location. “People wanted to come back with beautiful souvenirs; they're not postcards, that’s for sure,” Foster smiled. The next room features their collection of Spanish art. Described as “an acquired taste”, both Foster and Mitzevich emphasised the influence of Spanish art on the neighbouring French artists of the impressionist and post-impressionist era. Landscapes follows, featuring grand, gorgeous paintings masterfully depicting vistas spanning in subject from Roman harbours to the northern European countryside. “This room is a revelation,” said Foster. “I love these big beautiful European landscapes.” Botticelli to Van Gogh’s final room, France and Modern Art, includes one of the exhibition’s most well-known and revered works, Van Gogh’s Sunflowers from 1888. “Sunflowers defines this moment where art has moved on from religious iconography and defining status,” Mitzevich said. Hung and presented in a way where the painting appears backlit, the actual experience of seeing Sunflowers up close was a profound one for the Gallery staff involved in executing the exhibition. “When we opened the crate, everyone in the room felt moved,” said Foster. Botticelli to Van Gogh: Masterpieces from the National Gallery, London is on display at the NGA 5 March until 14 June. Sessions are timed and bookings are required; nga.gov.au/masterpieces - Denholm Samaras

Mitzevich said the priceless artworks in Botticelli to Van Gogh coming to Canberra coincides with a once-in-50-years occurrence that they aren’t hanging at the National Gallery, London.

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Kirrah Amosa elated ahead of Hamilton debut

Canberra performer Kirrah Amosa had “almost given up on thinking an opportunity like this was in my reach” before being cast in Hamilton last year. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

Canberra performer Kirrah Amosa is right now amid rehearsals as part of the cast of Hamilton, one of Australia’s most eagerly anticipated musicals. “It’s overwhelming in the best way, we’re all very excited and very ready,” she told Canberra Weekly. Amosa booked the part of standby for Eliza Hamilton, Angelica Schuyler, and Peggy/Maria midway through 2020 and commenced rehearsals in Sydney seven weeks ago. Her audition process started under less-than-ideal circumstances back in November 2019. “I went in to the in-person auditions in Sydney quite sick,” Amosa said. “I couldn’t really sing a lot of the Eliza material, which was quite disheartening … I went out of the audition knowing I couldn’t have given it my best.”

Despite these doubts, Amosa clearly did something right as the producers asked her back. A few emails and video auditions later, it was in the middle of last year’s brutal Canberra winter when Amosa found herself on Centrelink living in her parent’s basement that she received the call to say she’d been cast. “I’d almost given up on thinking an opportunity like this was in my reach … but here we are and I’m very proud to be representing my family, Canberrans and Samoan culture.” Speaking to Canberra Weekly just over two weeks before previews start at Sydney Lyric Theatre on 17 March, Amosa said there’s an “electric energy” in the rehearsal room. “Moving into the theatre will be such an added element that brings the whole story to life. Doing it in the rehearsal room is different without the props lighting and two levels in the set.” Tasked with being a standby for the three roles, Amosa said she’s been diligently soaking in everything she can. “I have OCD for learning this kind of material; I’m writing on notepads, on my phone taking notes trying to make sure I have all the information,” she said. It would be an understatement to say that since

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debuting off-Broadway in 2015, Hamilton has been a smash hit in the USA. Despite the work chronicling the life of an historic American figure, Amosa said the musical will resonate with Australian audiences due to its relatability and exquisite soundtrack. “The story is about someone trying to work hard with the opportunities they’ve got,” she said. “I think Australia is filled with people like that; a lot of immigrants or people who don’t have much and are working their way to where they want to be. “When you look around you see faces of different shapes and colours and that’s what you’re going to find on stage, which is a really great breath of fresh air.” Amosa said emerging as an artist in her hometown of Canberra was made easier by the fact her father, Steve Amosa, is a well-established, successful musician here. “I was able to come from a place of immense strength and support through my family, which has definitely propelled me in the direction I am today,” she said. Hamilton opens at Sydney Lyric Theatre on Wednesday 17 March. Find an extended version of this story online at canberraweekly.com.au

HALL COUNTRYSIDE & BEYOND A SELECTION OF WORKS BY LOCAL ARTIST ISLA PATTERSON

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Jeff Popple reviews three books about spies, surveillance and speaking to the dead. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com With My Little Eye by Sandra Hogan Allen & Unwin, $29.99

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Sandra Hogan’s With My Little Eye, is one of the strangest accounts of spying in Australia that you will ever read. Drawing on Sue-Ellen Doherty’s recollection of growing up in an ASIO family, it paints an intriguing picture of spying in the suburbs. SueEllen, and her brother and sister, actively participated in the work of their ASIO parents, as they staked-out meetings of communist sympathisers, had dinners with informants and even went on holidays with the Petrovs, who were in hiding from Russian assassins. A very interesting and readable account that throws a revealing light on the activities of ASIO in the 1950s and ‘60s.

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The growth in surveillance has been one of the most spectacular changes of this century. From drones to license-plate readers to CCTV and facial recognition technology, people across the world are under surveillance to a level not deemed possible a mere 20 or 30 years ago. In addition, there is the monitoring that most of us voluntarily submit to through our phones and social media activities. Jon Fasman, the digital editor for the Economist, provides a fascinating and calm insight into the global rise of surveillance, both good and bad, and questions what it means for personal liberty and privacy. A scary but fascinating read.

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death, as all good art should be”. “Of course, it also kind of a bit of a black comedy,” she said. “I’m exploring how we carry on after terrible losses and how we connect with other people.” People Inside Me has been in development for at least three years, having been awarded the 2018 Rodney Seaborn Playwrights Award. A prolific playwright, Pollock said she has worked on a number of projects over that time, her attention going back and forth between them. “Since that award I’ve done a few other drafts and had actors sit around the table and read it, and other people,” she said. “The difference with this is having bodies in the space, because that is the point of theatre; it’s not a novel. “I hope it means the work will be

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more rigorous for it, so when you get to rehearsal, you’re just about making a play work on its feet.” Pollock praised The Street’s First Seen program, saying such creative development courses are “pretty rare”. “Usually, you have to deliver the script at rehearsal ready stage then you get in the room and don’t have enough time to rehearse it anyway. “It’s really important, it’s fantastic. I hope I can give The Street back something that shows how important it’s been.” The Street presents First Seen – People Inside Me by Katie Pollock, Friday 12 March 5pm via Vimeo and Zoom; tickets via donation @ thestreet.org.au

Writer Katie Pollock’s (left) work People Inside Me is undergoing a two-week creative development at The Street via their First Seen program. Photo: Shelly Higgs.

Now showing Chaos Walking (M) In the future, on a distant alien planet, young Todd Hewitt (Tom Holland) goes about his day in the agricultural commune of Prentisstown, which is populated by men who emit their thoughts; referred to as ‘the noise’. One day, Todd meets downed female astronaut Viola (Daisy Ridley). Based on the award-winning first novel of a young-adult sci-fi series, Chaos Walking is about a world where it is impossible to escape information overload. Whereas the novel has a solid concept with interesting twists and turns, the movie disappointingly forgoes such developments, perhaps to play safer to a wider, general audience, resulting in a bland experience. Director Doug Liman returns to the young-adult sci-fi adventure genre after Jumper, bringing along his frenetic and visceral style. The world is lived-in, with odd splashes

of colour (orange is plastered on weapons as well as clothing and architecture) and hints of a sinister past. Like Passengers, the movie would have been stronger, more effective, and better aligned with the main theme had the story been told from Viola’s perspective. All lead actors are serviceable, with Todd struggling in his attempts to break away from the toxic Mayor Prentiss (Mads Mikkelsen) while helping Viola. As it is, after a considerable set up of the world and the conflict, the movie chooses to soften its blow, which may prove fatal to future franchise potential. Verdict: A strong set-up with no follow through, leading to a muted story. 2 stars. Chaos Walking is showing at Dendy cinemas. - Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net

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THE JUNGLE COLLECTIVE: Indoor plant warehouse sale, 13-14 March at Causeway Hall, Kingston; thejunglecollective.com.au/canberraevent

MERVYN BISHOP: National Film and Sound Archive showcases the work of the award-winning photographer until 1 August; nfsa.gov.au

HUMBLE HOUSE GALLERY: A Road Home, a group exhibition by Baird, Bozhko Marshall and Crane, 13-28 March at the Fyshwick space; humblehouse.com.au

LIGHTBULB IMPROV: A night of spontaneous musical comedy with live music accompaniment, Thursday 11 March 7pm at Smiths Alternative, Civic; $15 smithsalternative.com THE AUSTRALIAN HAYDN ENSEMBLE: Performs Prussian Quartets at Wesley Uniting Church, Forrest, 11 March 7pm; australianhaydn. com.au STRATHNAIRN ARTS: New exhibitions The Precious Few: Threatened Species of Canberra, 11 March-4 April, and Drawing by Carolyn Fitzpatrick, 18 March-18 April, at their Holt gallery; strathnairn.com.au CATHERINE BRITT AND AMBER LAWRENCE: The Golden Guitar winning ladies bring their Love & Lies 2021 Tour to Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah, Friday 12 March; eventbrite.com.au ICONS AND CONTEMPORARY ART: An exhibition by Michael Galovic at the chapel of the Australian Centre for Christianity & Culture, Barton, 12-21 March; acc-c.org.au FIRST SEEN: A work-in-progress digital showing of play People Inside Me by Katie Pollock streamed from The Street, City West, Friday 12 March 5pm; thestreet.org.au INSIGHT OUT: A visually stimulating and highly innovative exhibition of 24 mixed media works at Exhibition Avenue, Kambri, ANU until 7 May; kambri.com.au THE SOUND OF MUSIC: A Queanbeyan Players production of the all-time classic at The Q, Queanbeyan, 12-21 March; theq.net.au DON’T SHOOT THE MESSENGER: An exhibition featuring 54 hand-cut stencil works from E.L.K. (Luke Cornish) at aMBUSH Gallery, Kambri, ANU,

Mervyn Bishop photographic exhibition at the NFSA until 1 August.

12 March-11 April; ambushgallery.com.au SARAH MCLEOD: The Aussie rock royalty from The Superjesus plays Royal Hotel Queanbeyan, Friday 12 March 8.30pm; oztix.com.au WOLF MAIL PLAYS PETER GREEN: The Canadian guitarist and his four-piece band celebrate the music of British Blues legend Peter Green, Austrian Australian Club, Mawson, 12 March 7.30pm; humanitix.com ANU CLASSICS MUSEUM: Tours of the museum’s collection of ancient Greek and Roman antiquities run on the second Friday of each month; call 0438 883 373. THE MARION MAHONY GRIFFIN LECTURE: Exploring Griffin’s pioneering role as an environmentalist and urban planner, 13 March 2-3.30 pm, National Museum of Australia; nca. gov.au/marion WOMEN WHO ROCK FOR CHARITY: On Saturday 13 March, save the whole day to spend with 11 local acts at The Polo, Turner across three shows from midday until midnight; tickets.oztix. com.au SONGS FROM A STOLEN SENATE: A stunning Indigenous-themed performance by The Griffyn Ensemble at Belco Arts, Belconnen, 13 March 2pm and 7pm; belcoarts.com.au CCAS: New group exhibition Homebound at their Manuka gallery, 13 March-2 May; ccas.com.au

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At the 2020 Critics Choice Awards wearing Atelier Versace.

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Pretty in pink in 2019 for the Sea Wall/A Life opening night in New York.

In 2019 for the premiere of The Hustle, in which she stars, in California.

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What are prebiotics and do you need them? Gut health and the state of our microbiome – the collective of micro-organisms that our body hosts – are now firmly entrenched in the wellness lexicon. It’s for good reason, as we continue to discover more about how vital good gut flora is to our health. Some microorganisms are beneficial, whilst others are detrimental. We know we can support our beneficial microorganisms by eating certain foods which contain probiotics. It’s why we’ve consumed copious amounts of yoghurt over the years and now we’ve added kefir, sauerkraut and kimchi to the mix. Not to mention reclaiming kombucha from its hippy roots and appointing it as the official hipster

gut health beverage. Probiotics are created by the fermentation of foods. Chop up some cabbage, add salt and let it sit for 4-6 weeks and you’ve created your own live beneficial bacteria in the form of sauerkraut. As well as food sources, there are myriad forms of probiotic capsules and powders if you don’t fancy the food sources. Playing Robin to probiotics Batman, prebiotics have long been the quiet achiever on the gut health scene. Prebiotics are actually a type of non-digestible carbohydrate found in many foods that are able to pass through the stomach and small intestines undigested and arrive relatively unchanged in the large intestine where they become

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look may appear a little cold, simply add layers of soft furnishings in natural textures and warm, earthy hues – think a beautifully aged tan leather sofa, cosy woollen cushions and throws, and a plush-pile rug underfoot – all in tones of chocolate, rust, olive and stony grey.

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A botanical extravaganza Meet Scott; with a professional background in ecology and geology, and currently completing a diploma in horticulture, his garden is anything but ordinary. Scott has lived in leafy green Fisher on a large block of approximately 800sqm since 2000. Gardening influences include his diverse and exceptional Australiancentric career and his mother’s passion for plants and gardening. The garden has been established over a number of years and without a formal design. Scott builds one garden bed at a time, a physical process of deep cultivation and gypsum to break up the compacted clay, and the addition of compost and forest litter from Canberra Sand and Gravel. The front yard has a protective tree layer including original plantings of exotic and native trees and large shrubs. This has enabled Scott to

create a sub-tropical rainforest theme with plant species not usually able to survive here. The front veranda is an extension of this unique microclimate with an enviable collection of potted Australian natives, such as a Kakadu bush plum and thriving specimens of rock orchids (Dendrobium kingianum). The understorey has a range of sub-tropical plants as well as cooltemperate performers such as net bush (Calothamnus), wattles (Acacia), tussock grass (Poa sieberiana), flax lily (Dianella) and kangaroo grass (Themeda triandra). There is also a thriving 10-year-old grass tree (Xanthorrhoea quadrangulata). The backyard is an intricate and themed collection of specialty plants, including but not limited to, an alpine herb garden; WA Eucalypts, Banksias, and king proteas; Tasmanian shade plants and sub-

Scott’s 10-year-old grass tree, Xanthorrhoea quadrangulata, is perfectly at home in the understorey.

tropical forest trees. There are also some ‘regular’ berry plants, herbs and veg. Most of the plants are potted so Scott can create the ideal growing environment for their specialised needs. It also gives him the ability to re-locate them as required. Scott makes his own Australian native mix with commercial mix, coarse river sand, powdered blue metal (inorganic release of micro-nutrients) and Osmocote controlled-release fertiliser for native plants. Scott waters mostly by hand, to keep an eye on plant health. The front garden is watered as needed using

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a trickler irrigation system. He also plans on installing a dripper system for his potted plants. Possums are at times problematic visitors to the garden. Scott has overcome this by building several enclosures for vulnerable plants using recycled concrete blocks, metal piping and covering them with bird netting. Unsurprisingly, a diversity of desirable wildlife also frequents the garden, including birds, reptiles, native bees and other beneficial insects. Watering stations are located throughout the garden, including larger ones which have fish and yabbies in them to keep mosquito larvae at bay.

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A view to luxury Casey 3 Winchester Street In popular, family-friendly Casey, this beautiful home stands ready to welcome its new owners. Maria Selleck Properties director and sales agent, Maria Selleck, says the stunning property features beautiful views from its location in a quiet street. “It’s only one house away from the reserve and a short walk away to the Casey Market Town shopping centre. 46

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“The ideal buyer is more likely to be someone with a young family, an executive couple or someone downsizing from a very large home without compromising location, luxury and the gardening space,” she says. With plenty of room for family life, the home boasts four spacious bedrooms, the master with an ensuite and walk-in robe, a formal living room and open-plan kitchen,

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living and dining. “This is a quality-built home with a huge open-plan family and dining overlooking the north-facing covered indoor outdoor entertaining area,” Selleck says. “The home is only six years old and offers superior family lifestyle with tremendous facilities for yearround entertaining and recreation.” Luxury features include stone benchtops, European appliances and double glazing, as well as ducted reverse-cycle heating and cooling, high ceilings and double garage with internal access. “Needless to say, the beautiful large kitchen with the walk-in-pantry would inspire any serious chef.

“The garden has been beautifully and professionally landscaped in an easy-care style but there is still enough room left to potter around or for children to play.”

EER 4.5 Auction Saturday 27 March 12pm on site View Contact agent Agent Maria Selleck Mob 0417 258 803 Maria Selleck Properties Ph 6162 1234

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Award winning entertainer Garran 41 Couvreur Street This unique home in beautiful Garran presents the best of both worlds: a family home and a dream entertaining space. Built in 1976 and extended and renovated in 2008, the two-storey home boasts five bedrooms, myriad living options and views across to the Brindabellas and Red Hill. “This award-winning architectural designed home is the complete contemporary package,” says Ray White Canberra licensed agent, Nicky Symon. “The home is the perfect blend of an entertainer’s delight and spacious family home with great separation of space, and multiple outdoor and indoor living areas. “There’s an energy efficiency 48

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and sustainable focus with 5.0 EER, double glazed windows throughout, and it’s well insulated.” The stylish main bedroom suite sits on the first floor, with its own ensuite, walk-in robe and balcony, while the remaining four bedrooms make up the ground floor alongside two bathrooms and a rumpus room which leads out onto the deck. The open-plan living space upstairs takes advantage of the home’s surrounds, with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light. “The living space is light filled with large picture windows, with a large verandah with views and retractable awning,” says Symon.

“There’s a contemporary kitchen with plenty of storage, stone bench space and six-burner gas stove.” Outside, enjoy the shaded deck, built-in pool and the established native gardens. “The house is positioned on a quiet and elevated loop street, close to excellent schools, local shops, parkland and public transport.”

EER 5.0 Auction Saturday 20 March 1pm on site View Saturday 13 March 12-12.45pm Agent Nicky Symon Mob 0418 285 797 Agent Elena Florez Ph 6173 6300 Ray White Canberra Ph 6173 6300

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Weekly market wrap No respite for those looking to enter the property market 2021 has failed to provide any respite for those seeking to buy property. Persistently high preliminary auction clearance rates reported as 91.53% by CoreLogic and strong demand for off-plan properties have pushed up property values across Canberra. My observation is market participants are being repeatedly caught off guard by relying on historical sales data to determine expected sale prices for established properties. You too may have observed this if you have a family member or friend who has been bidding at auctions describe how the successful bidder paid too much. Which begs the question, did they? In some instances, it is difficult to find justification for sales results, however the successful buyers at auction may disagree with underbidders’ comments on the basis there was an underbidder and they could not have paid

less and secured the property. Canberra property values are in a robust growth cycle resulting in CoreLogic reporting unit values increased by 0.7% and house values by 2.2% in February, on top of increasing by 1% and 1.3% respectively in January. To put the market in perspective, consider a four-week auction campaign. A house with a value of $1 million advertised in early January would have increased in value 3.5% between initial advertising and settlement, assuming a sale under the hammer with a 30-day settlement. Buyers frustrated by lack of choice are comfortable paying higher prices as they perceive values will continue increasing in the short term, potentially pricing them out of the market. Conditions in the rental market are exceptional for investors as Canberra’s

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139 Duffy Street Ainslie Behind an unassuming exterior is this

supremely functional family home, with

over 300 square meters of living space, in an ideal Ainslie location.

• 3 rainwater tanks (total 7,750L) and associated pumps • Bosch gas cook-top, electric oven and new dishwasher

Sold Prior to Auction _______________________________________________ Agent Stephen Bunday 0416 014 431

• Extensive double glazing • Integrated granny flat with ramp access • Large storeroom/wine cellar 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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4 Conjola Close Amaroo There is no shortage of how much

potential this property exudes! From the manicured gardens, the immaculate presentation, solar passive design through to the palatial floor plan.

• Solar passive • 744m2 block • Zoned - Radiant ceiling heating • Undercover pergola with deck • Fantastic separation • Classic family home • Whisper quiet & private

Auction | On Site Sat, 27th Mar at 1:00pm _______________________________________________ View Thurs, 11th of March at 5:00pm to 5:30pm Sat, 13th of March at 1:00pm to 1:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Grenfell 0424 858 529 Emily Haskew 0481 743 600 LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

95/10 Ipima Street Braddon This well-proportioned apartment ticks all

• Amazing family size kitchen with stone

loads of cupboard and bench space plus

• Reverse cycle heating and cooling

the boxes. Family size kitchen which offers a range of quality stainless steel

appliances it is sure to become a

gathering point for entertaining friends and family.

bench tops

• Main bedroom with walk through robe and ensuite

• Study room

• Public transport at your front door

Auction | Online Wed, 31st Mar at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th Mar at 10:00am - 10:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Troy Thompson 0408 694 917 Virginia Stoker 0434 610 698 LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

506/222 City Walk Canberra This neat 5th floor apartment with leafy

• Basement car park

to live in owners or investors. Open plan

• Kitchen furnished with stone bench

tree top views over Ainslie Place, appeals living, a sleek kitchen furnished with stone

• Reverse cycle air conditioning tops, dishwasher, fridge

bench tops, generously sized bedroom

• Washing Machine

covered balcony.

• Close to cafes, restaurants and retailers

with built in robe, secure lift access and a

• NBN ready

For Sale _______________________________________________ View Call today for a private inspection. _______________________________________________ Agent Andy Greenberger 0400 819 650 andy.greenberger@ljhooker.com.au LJ Hooker Weston 6288 8888

27 Freehill Street Evatt

Set on a corner block of a quiet cul-de-

• Rates: $2682 p.a.

adaptable and versatile family home. A

• Built: 1979

sac in the heart of Evatt, lies this

rare offering for extended or blended families or an opportune investment opportunity.

• Land Tax: $3651 p.a. • Living: 168sqm • Block: 827sqm

826m2

Auction Sat, 13th Mar at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Contact us to view _______________________________________________ Agent Jack Flynn 0424 674 416

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6/16 Gabriel Place Florey

Tucked away at the end of the complex in

• Renovated Kitchen

freestanding two bedroom townhouse is

• Light filled and large living spaces

a cul-de-sac style setting. This

light feels spacious and absolutely top

shelf in many respects above and beyond any competitor on the marketplace.

• Recently painted throughout • Built in robes

• Secure garage

• Reverse cycle air conditioning

Online Auction Wed, 31st Mar at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th March at 11:00am-11:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Tim Russell 0416 087 834 Eoin Ryan-Hicks 0424 042 419 LJ Hooker Kaleen 6241 1922

62/75 Elizabeth Jolley Crescent Franklin Set on the ground floor in Franklins closest complex to the Gungahlin town centre. The unit is currently tenanted until June, presenting a fantastic opportunity to create income up until you can move in and make it your own or leave the property as a rental and keep the fantastic return on investment.

• Ground floor, perfect for children or small pets.

• Large main bedroom with courtyard access, walk-in robe and ensuite.

• Open plan kitchen and dining area.

• Short walk to Gungahlin Town centre

For Sale $390,000+ _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th Mar at 10:00am - 10:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Jake Bunday 0411 367 920

and on the light rail strip

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34/75 Elizabeth Jolley Crescent Franklin When location is at the top of your list, it

• Spacious three-bedroom apartment

Conveniently located in the popular

• Split system heating/cooling

doesn’t get much better than this!

suburb of Franklin, the light rail and

Gungahlin town centre is just walking

distance away. This is a rare one to come by.

• Open plan living area

• Modern open plan kitchen

• Good size balcony with spectacular views

For Sale $499,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Mathew Kocic 0432 146 159

• Walking distance to light rail

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119 Harrington Circuit Kambah Positioned just moments away from the

• A large level parcel of land RZ2 zoning

Drakeford Drive, this “ex-govie” house

• Timber floors in living area

Kambah Village and with easy access to represents a sensational opportunity for

the savvy buyer. You can either renovate the existing residence or redevelop subject to government approvals.

• Established trees and gardens • Generously sized bedrooms

• Large main living area with timber floors • Close to Mount Taylor Primary School and Kambah Village

971m2

Auction | on site Thursday 25th March at 5:30pm _______________________________________________ View Saturday 13th March 1:30 – 2:00pm Sunday 14th March 1:30 - 2:00pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andy Greenberger 0400 819 650 andy.greenberger@ljhooker.com.au LJ Hooker Canberra City/Weston

53/61 Giles Street Kingston Live large here in one of the best locations

• Large light filled living spaces

bedroom apartment offers so much more

• North facing

in town. This simply outstanding one than many of its competitors in the

market today. Large in size with high ceilings the home feels extremely spacious… And it is.

• Huge balcony • Secure entry

• Secure parking

• A short stroll to Kingston foreshore

For Sale _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th March at 12:00pm-12:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Tim Russell 0416 087 834 Eoin Ryan-Hicks 0424 042 419 LJ Hooker Kaleen 6241 1922

20/11 Kerridge Street, Kingston This two bedroom home offers light open plan living with timber floors throughout,

• Modern kitchen featuring 40mm stone bench tops.

high ceilings and windows. Designer

• Separate living area or second

integrated fridge and freezer plus loads of

• Fresh air (HRV) ventilation system.

view like this will be sure to impress!

• Hardwood timber floors

kitchen with electric appliances, including storage. Moments to the Foreshore and a

bedroom.

• Ducted heating and cooling

For Sale _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Antony Damiano 0473444666 antony.damiano@ljhooker.com.au

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21 De Burgh Street, Lyneham Nestled in a sheltered position, this corner

• Renovated kitchen & bathrooms

street but offers a surprisingly spacious

• Under floor heating/ double glazing

property gives nothing away from the and light filled single level home. High

ceilings, loads of glass allowing you to

enjoy the beautiful northerly aspect & light flooding in all day.

• 2 very large segregated living spaces • Beautiful easy care gardens

• Internal access from auto garage • Block size; 775sqm • Living; 184.5sqm

Auction | On Site Sat, 27th Mar at 10am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th Mar 10:00am to 10:30am Tue, 16th Mar 5:00pm to 5:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Kaylene King 0409 574 178 Ben Wilson 0420 375 976 LJ Hooker Canberra City 6249 7700

21 Lambert Street Lyneham This residence offers a very functional

• Open plan lounge dining room

represents a sensational opportunity for

• Neat functional kitchen

floor plan with lots of potential and

the savvy buyer in this blue-chip locale. You can either renovate with your

creative flair or knock it down and build your new home. The choice is yours!

• Generously sized bedrooms • Mature tree lined street

• Generous backyard highlighted by established trees

• Room to extend the original residence

613m2

Auction | on site Saturday 27th March at 3:30pm _______________________________________________ View Saturday 13th March 12:00 – 12:30pm Sunday 14th March 12:00 - 12:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andy Greenberger 0400 819 650 andy.greenberger@ljhooker.com.au LJ Hooker Canberra City/Weston

57/179 Melrose Drive Lyons Superbly located, this double brick 2-

bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment on level

• Rates: $2,029.36 approx.

with restaurants, gyms, bars, bus

• Strata levies: $581.85 pq approx.

2 is a must see! Fantastic central location interchange, Woden shopping district,

post office and library all at your doorstep.

• Land tax: $2,556.99 approx. • EER: 3.5

For Sale $260,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact us to view _______________________________________________ Agent Dan Cooper 0412 773 938

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35 Wilkins Street Mawson If it's a large family home on a big block or the development potential of almost

1000m2 of RZ2 land that whet your buying

• Generous 977m2 block • Brick veneer home of almost 130m2 • Open plan living space

appetite, then you really must inspect 35

• Double garage with carport and additional

it's not going to last long!

• Established, low maintenance, gardens

Wilkins Street in Mawson - in this market

storage • Large enclosed backyard

Auction | On Site Sat, 27th Mar at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Thurs, 11th of March at 4:30pm to 5:00pm Sat, 13th of March at 12:00pm to 12:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Browne 0403 169 259 LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

31 Toppano Street Moncrieff This impressive, family home has become

• Separate formal lounge

situated in the fantastic suburb of

• Stunning kitchen with stone benchtop

available to call your own. Conveniently

Moncrieff, you will have endless amounts of amenities close by, and only a short

commute to the Gungahlin Town Centre.

• Open plan living and dining area

• Alfresco outdoor entertaining area

• Low maintenance yard with artificial turf • Convenient location with ample

402sqm

For Sale $820,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Mathew Kocic 0432 146 159

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LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

14/41 Halford Crescent Page If you've been looking for your first home or something to downsize into, 14/41 Halford Crescent, in established Page, may just may be the one. Only a 10 minute walk to the Page Shops, 5 minute drive to the Belconnen Town Centre or 15 minute drive to Canberra Centre, this location just can't be beaten.

• 3 bedrooms, main with walk-in robe and ensuite and others with built-in robes • Double attached garage with auto doors and internal access • Close to schools and less than 4km to the University of Canberra

Auction | In Rooms Wed, 31st Mar at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th of March at 11:30am to 12:00pm _______________________________________________ Agent Stephen Bunday 0416 014 431

• Less than 5km to Calvary hospital

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

UNDER OFFER

6/19 Condamine Street Turner A classic feel that embodies charm and

character is the only way to describe one of the finest apartments on offer in the

Provence building. Located a short walk

from the Duxton and the City Centre, the apartment that breaks the mould and gives you every reason never to leave.

• Multi-Level apartment • Built-in wardrobes • North facing apartment • Skylights in upstairs bedrooms

UNDER OFFER! _______________________________________________ Agent Stephen Bunday 0416 014 431

• Exposed timber ceiling feature • 114m2 internal living • 8m2 balcony

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

603/165 Northbourne Avenue Turner Located in the stylish and thoughtful

Space 2, the convenience of this address is unsurpassed. Think a ten-minute stroll to breakfast in Braddon, or through the tree lined streets to O’Connor shops.

• Spacious living space with study nook • Full length double glazed windows • Reverse cycle ducted air conditioning • Spacious kitchen with stone benchtops • Two designated underground car spaces with storage area • 29sqm covered outdoor entertaining area

For Sale _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th of March at 9:00am to 9:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Browne 0403 169 259 Patrick Collins 0410 961 183 LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

35 Phillip Avenue Watson Striking at first glance, this suburban

property is a growing family's dream.

Large open spaces are filled with natural light that is complimented by the

beautiful parquetry flooring. North facing

in all the right areas provides exceptional warmth and light throughout.

• Ceiling fans throughout • Large stainless steel Appliances in Kitchen • Large sunroom • Internal access to the garage • Huge outdoor deck • Established gardens • Ample Under house storage

Auction | On Site Sat, 27th Mar at 9:30am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th of March at 10:00am to 10:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Grenfell 0424 858 529 Emily Haskew 0481 743 600 LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

14 Simpson Street Watson Sitting nicely on 664m2 on arguably one of the best streets and most convenient

locations in Watson, long stands number 14. The spirit of a relaxed family home,

holding on to the original finish of its era.

• 664m2 • 3 bedroom • 1 bathroom • 2 car garage • Reverse cycle air conditioning • Beautiful established gardens • Well maintained live in ready

Auction | On Site Sat, 27th Mar at 11:30am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th of March at 9:00am-9:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Grenfell 0424 858 529 Emily Haskew 0481 743 600 LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

12 Geoff Bardon Street Weston This outstanding residence, located within

• Dwelling size: 218.7m2 approx.

encapsulates breathtaking views of Mt

• Block size: 800 m2 approx.

the prestigious McCubbin Rise,

Stromlo and the Brindabella ranges,

Molonglo Valley, Coombs Pond and its associated wetland areas

• Garage: 36.62 m2 approx. • UV: $513,000

• Rates: $3,566 approx.

• Land Tax: $5,418 approx.

For Sale $1,300,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact us to view _______________________________________________ Agent Dan Cooper 0412 773 938

LJ Hooker Woden 6223 2620

31/41 Philip Hodgins Street Wright Situated in the premiere position of

‘Panorama’, this top floor, north facing,

near new apartment greets you with its sweeping vistas of Black Mountain, The Molonglo Valley and beyond. Quality

finishes punctuate this light and bright

• Secure building with lift and quality green spaces • On-site building manager • Reverse cycle split-system air conditioning • Located adjacent to Mt Stromlo mountain bike trails and leisure centre

Auction | In Rooms Wed, 31st Mar at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 13th of March at 12:00pm to 12:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew White 0406 753 362

Wright delight.

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

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AUCTION WEETANGERA . 2 Bambridge Street

Stunning, architecturally-designed, split-level home enjoys views from the elevated location and has been comprehensively renovated with high-end finishes throughout, and new pool. High raked ceilings, fresh décor, plantation shutters throughout and gas log fireplaces in spacious dining and lounge, which opens to an elevated terrace. Impressive kitchen opens onto extensive entertaining overlooking pool. Light and airy master bedroom has new ensuite, there is a new main bathroom and a second master with new ensuite. Superb location. EER 1.5. OPEN: Saturday 11.20-12pm AUCTION: On site 2pm, Saturday 27 March CONTACT: Luke McAuliffe 0433 338 429, Peter White 0409 914 344

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AUCTION DOWNER . 95 Atherton Street

Positioned on a fantastic corner block of 887m² (approx.) of valuable Inner North land, situated just steps to the light rail, this extended family home offers generously sized, separate living areas and bedrooms, plus ducted gas heating and extensive outdoor entertaining. The light-filled lounge overlooks gardens and flows onto the inviting front terrace. Fresh décor features throughout and on the light and airy upper level, there is a second living area with a kitchenette and large bedroom with modern ensuite. The private rear deck and paved areas easily cater for larger gatherings. EER 1. OPEN: Saturday 1-1.30pm, Tuesday 5-5.30pm AUCTION: On site 2pm, Saturday 27 March CONTACT: Aniko and Peter Carey 0429 487 939

AUCTION LYONS . 4 Echo Place

In an elevated, tightly-held, cul-de-sac leading up to a reserve with playground, this inviting and light-filled, Jennings home features spacious formal and casual living areas, large bedrooms and terraces with views, overlooking beautifully planted gardens. The tranquil location is only a short walk from Woden town centre. Impressive lounge/dining offers wide corner windows and gas fireplace. Presentation is immaculate throughout. Kitchen, meals and family rooms open to rear terrace with views to Oakey Hill reserve. Great design and unbeatable location. EER 1. OPEN: Saturday 10-10.30am, Tuesday 5-5.30pm AUCTION: On site 12noon, Saturday 27 March CONTACT: Aniko and Peter Carey 0429 487 939

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AUCTION WATSON . 56 Aspinall Street

It’s rare to find a separate title townhouse. If it is spacious and well-designed, offers heaps of storage, light-filled formal and informal living areas, ducted evaporative cooling, fast, reliable NBN FTTH, two courtyards and a large double garage, all located in the highly sought-after Inner North, it is an even rarer gem. In a great position with views to Mt Majura and Ainslie, close to Watson shops and schools, Dickson’s bustling restaurants, Light Rail and bus stops. If you want to enjoy all the benefits of an Inner North lifestyle, without strata fees, this is your rare opportunity. EER 5.5. OPEN: Saturday 10-10.30am, Tuesday 5.30-6pm AUCTION: On site 10am, Saturday 20 March CONTACT: Jane Ahern 0409 042 396

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Gungahlin 6176 3420

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Tuggeranong 6176 3490

Weston Creek/Molonglo 6287 1600

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Flynn 6 Nulsen Circuit

Tastefully Renovated Home! This home features a spacious four-bedroom, a stylish custom kitchen and meals area, a separate lounge and dining area to suit any family, two stylish bathrooms along with a large outdoor entertainment deck and lots of garden space for the kids & the family pet. On entry you are welcomed by the large open plan formal living and dining area with polished ash wood flooring filled with natural light. The custom kitchen and meals area features only the highest quality workmanship and appliances, home to an enormous amount of storage, and a generous eight seating meals hub for intermate dinners with family and guests.

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Display Apartments Open For Viewing 2 Gribble Street, Gungahlin Open Times Saturday & Sunday — 10am to 4pm, Tuesday & Thursday — 4.30pm to 6pm Appointments are available on other days and times. Contact James Smith 0422 774 441 or james@podprojectsgroup.com.au to book an appointment.

Jade Virtual Tours Take a virtual tour of 10 completed apartments & all private amenity 20m resort style pool, sun deck, residents gymnasium & rooftop terrace at jadegungahlin.com.au

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Come and see why everyone is saying that these are Gungahlin’s best apartments! Completed and ready to move in now.

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Located in the Gungahlin town centre, one of Australia’s fastest growing regions.

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$395,000+

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2 baths

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$470,000+

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$540,000+

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123 MONARO CRESCENT RED HILL

Cherished by one family for 57 years and first time offered to the market, this family home provides an exciting opportunity to design, renovate or rebuild and create your dream home. It rests on a prime 711sqm parcel of land with north-east facing garden. This home is in a tightly held tree lined street address, with proximity prestigious schools and the Manuka Village. Brimming with natural light over a practical floorplan, this delightful double brick home is set over two levels and offers an updated timber kitchen with new stainless-steel appliances. Designated lounge and dining areas, four generous bedrooms upstairs. The garden is established with terracing and was once a thriving vegetable garden, it still has producing fruit trees. Expansive backyard promises large scale alfresco entertaining. EER 1.0 New Listing

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AUCTION Wednesday 24th March, 6pm on site

6 Loveday Crescent, Casey Located in highly sought-after pocket of Casey is this inviting 3-bedroom ensuite home. The contemporary floor plan makes this home convenient yet comfortable, complete with neutral tones throughout the home. All three generously sized

PHONE 02 6264 0900 MOBILE 0412 898 690 EMAIL symon@badenoch.com.au

EER 6

bedrooms include built in robes and to the master the convenient addition of the ensuite. Natural light fills the heart of this home, the open plan dining and living area with access to the easy care back yard. View: Contact Agent

For more information on this property and to view all our listings, please visit: www.badenoch.com.au/buy or drop into our office at 64/1 Beissel Street, Belconnen

SYMON BADENOCH

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WEDNESDAY 10AM - 2PM Homes starting from $549,000 We have a limited number of modern two and three bedroom homes available, nestled amongst established gardens. Each home comes with:

Secure, low maintenance living at

Bellerive Village Join in the fun at Bellerive retirement village. Enjoy the social community, neighbours you know, and your own home with all the time-consuming maintenance and gardening tasks taken care of. For your day-to-day needs, Bellerive’s conveniently located close to the Canberra Hospital and the heart of Woden, home to Westfield, the bus interchange and many of Canberra’s premier clubs. Private appointments are available Monday to Friday. Contact Donna Blackwell 02 6169 3669

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Generous open plan kitchen, living and dining rooms Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher and dryer Modern bathrooms Built-ins in all bedrooms Fresh paint and carpet throughout Large outdoor entertaining areas Solar electricity Reverse cycle air conditioning Secure single car park 24 hour onsite emergency staff

No stamp duty or building insurance required

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AUCTION / HUGHES

25 CONYERS STREET 3

1 EER

STUNNING GROUNDS, GREAT LOCATION, HOMELY AND BEAUTIFUL…WHAT MORE COULD ONE ASK FOR? •

Perfectly located in a convenient street in one of the most sought-after suburbs in the Woden area, we find this wellpresented family home behind an enviable front yard.

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Offering a front living space, separate private dining/living area and dining area off the open plan kitchen.

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Featuring new flooring throughout, the sensation of comfort is undeniable.

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Other benefits include ducted reverse cycle air conditioning that will satisfy the climate requirements year-round.

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Established, immaculate rear gardens feature beautiful rose bushes and fruit trees.

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Situated in a street surrounded by other well-manicured homes, nice neighbours and young families this could be the perfect opportunity for a first home buyer or young couple to break into inner Woden area.

AUCTION SATURDAY 20TH MARCH 10:00AM ON SITE VIEW SATURDAY 13TH MARCH 9:30AM – 10:00AM SW04919AA

AGENT CHRIS WILSON M 0418 620 686

CONTACT CREAM RESIDENTIAL Phone 6281 0822 Visit Hughes Place, Hughes ACT 2605 creamresidential.com.au

AUCTION / CURTIN

38 HOLMAN STREET 3

0.5 EER

PICTURE PERFECT IN EVERY WAY! •

Located directly opposite parkland and situated amongst other beautifully maintained homes is this absolutely pictureperfect family home.

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Offering sun filled living areas that capture the morning sunlight along with 3 spacious bedrooms this home is presented to the highest of standards.

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The kitchen is appointed with high end appliances that include Highland gas/electric cooktop, Smeg dishwasher and rangehood and manufactured stone benchtops and tiled splashback areas.

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The living areas flow effortlessly out onto the covered outdoor entertaining area which has a pleasant outlook onto the beautifully landscaped back garden.

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Homes of this standard are hard to find so be sure to call to one of our many open homes to register your interest.

VIEW SATURDAY 13TH MARCH 10:30AM – 11:00AM AGENT CHRIS WILSON

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AUCTION SATURDAY 27TH MARCH 12:00PM ON SITE

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AUCTION / CHAPMAN

2.0 EER

AN ENVIABLE RETREAT IN A SOUGHT AFTER STREET, DON’T MISS THIS! •

Nestled in a leafy neighbourhood of Chapman surrounded by young families, this oasis on Rene Street is sure to find desire amongst a wide array of buyers.

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Overlooking the front garden and gaining sun at all times of the day you will find a large living area, and three of the bedrooms, including the main.

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The large kitchen space with high bench tops provides generous food preparation area as well as storage and includes an electric stove and Bosch dishwasher.

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The open plan living and dining space overlooks the majestic back gardens and also has a separate formal dining off it for those special evenings.

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Confident this will impress, be sure to call to one of our many open homes prior to our upcoming auction day.

AUCTION SATURDAY 27TH MARCH 10:00AM ON SITE VIEW SATURDAY 13TH MARCH 11:45AM – 12:15PM CWM04948AA

AGENT CHRIS WILSON M 0418 620 686

CONTACT CREAM RESIDENTIAL Phone 6281 0822 Visit Hughes Place, Hughes ACT 2605 creamresidential.com.au

HELEN’S COFFEE LOUNGE COOTAMUNDRA

Excellent Hospitality Opportunity • • • • • •

Vibrant eatery in a prime location. High volume of foot trafﬁc Long established, popular and proﬁtable Full commercial kitchen Well equipped and offered on a full walk-in walk out basis Seat in excess of 100 people both inside & out

207 Parker Street, Cootamundra NSW 2590 Phone: 02 69422344 Email: manager@ronloiterton.com.au After Hours Numbers: Daryl: 6942 1035 David: 0439 270 415 Kate: 0427 189 131

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Family friendly featuring fully equipped children’s playground. Flexible long-term lease will be offered to provide security and direction. Highly regarded reputation and a proven business model, with further potential for growth.

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9 Merriman Drive, Yass Modern Design with a Touch of Flare Enjoy a privileged position, this home epitomizes contemporary luxury and spectacular family entertaining. • Gourmet kitchen with plenty of storage and preparation space; • Multiple living area, ducted evaporative, underfloor heating & combustion fire; • Low care backyard, internal access from double garage;

• Central to everything (650metres to main street) yet private.

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Auction Saturday 27th March 2pm on site View Saturday 11.30am - 12:00pm Wednesday 5pm – 5:30pm

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Stephen Haslam 0412 395 390 02 6341 1311 stephen@cowrarealestate.com

A quality development of 24 serviced village residential building lots The Meadows offers an attractive selection of lots ranging from 1371 sqm to 1976 sqm Delayed settlements with anticipated completion late 2021, early 2022 Sales Plan available on request The Meadows 17 South Street, Murrumbateman

Anne Williams 0418 207 291

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AUCTION

2/4 Wray Street North Batemans Bay Clyde River Dreaming

This property boasts tranquil views over the pristine Clyde River, with access to a little sandy beach directly opposite. Built over 3 levels with a massive basement garage underneath and lock up room. Shared lift, minimal garden and BBQ area. R/C air and security system. Approximately 1.2km to the CBD of Batemans Bay. Call today!

For Sale $950,000 View Sat 13th March at 1.30-2PM Agent Rob Routledge 0414 235 976 ljhooker.com/Z3BF8F

26 Jeremadra Grove NSW South Coast Jeremadra Acres of Room to Move

21.26 Hectares (52 Acres)

Approx. 52 acres of slightly undulating tree covered land. Zoned RU4 Primary Production Small Lots. Potential subdivision (STCA) with two road frontages. Power available on the street and tar road access off the Princes Hwy. Comes with a building entitlement. Approx. 9mins to Broulee Beach, and situated in between Batemans Bay and Moruya. Register your interest today!

Auction Saturday 13th March at 12:00pm Onsite View 11AM-12PM prior to Auction Agent Rob Routledge 0414 235 976 ljhooker.com/Z1BF8F

batemansbay.ljhooker.com.au LJ Hooker Batemans Bay 02 4472 6455

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Batehaven, 111 Beach Road ONLY THE BEST When only the best will do, this is it. Designed by well regarded and much loved Canberra Architect Neil Renfree, this property has it all. Understated class, fantastic sea panoramas and all just yards from the buzz and convenience of Batehaven Village. Block size 1,167sqm with huge frontage to sun, sand and sea. Price guide more than 2 million dollars.

Sale Open

BY NEGOTIATION Open Saturdays commencing Saturday 20th March 2021

Contact John Haslem 0418 514 399 Web id: 22878381

Long Beach, 141 Northcove Road OCEAN OUTLOOK

Elders Batemans Bay, Shop 3/6 North Street, NSW, ph 02 4472 1488

Sale Open

$1,250,000 Open Saturdays commencing Saturday 20th March 2021

Contact John Haslem 0418 514 399 Web id: 6878373

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This stylish property that has just had a complete no expense spared makeover. It offers all main rooms, except the study, with ocean views out from its clifftop position. It captures the light and the sun all year round, has a modern feel with timber flooring, deck flowing from the living, chef’s kitchen and entertainer’s patio.

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SCORPIO 24 OCT – 22 NOV

The New Moon on 13 March is the ideal time to deal with legal matters and for gossip, so don’t ignore your phone as it could bring some interesting news. if you’re feeling sluggish after overindulging, It’s time to take yourself in hand and get back into shape.

LEO 23 JULY – 23 AUG

Your luck is about to improve

You will take a great deal of pleasure

financially as those you are

from being with people who feel like

dependent on are only too happy

kindred spirits and who share your

to share their gains with you. The

outlook in many ways. The New

New Moon on 13 March is the ideal

Moon on 13 March is the ideal time

time for a social event, particularly

to spend time with someone who

if you can be with close friends and

sets your pulse racing!

family.

VIRGO 24 AUG – 23 SEPT

SAGITTARIUS 23 NOV – 21 DEC

This is a great time to attend

The New Moon on 13 March

interviews and meetings where you

indicates that your thoughts have

need to get your point across. The

taken a domestic turn and you’re all

New Moon on 13 March guarantees

wrapped up in family matters. It isn’t

you a lively time with your other

always easy for you to get on well

half or with a close friend. You’ll

with others, as you have an uncanny

glimpse a new side to their

knack of being a little too blunt with

personality.

the truth.

TAURUS 21 APR – 21 MAY As Jupiter forms a harmonious aspect, it is time to take advantage of an upbeat, optimistic and outgoing vibe. The New Moon on 13 March places the focus on your friends and social contacts. You will benefit most from being with your allies and taking part in group activities.

GEMINI 22 MAY – 21 JUNE You’re in a forward-thinking mood and perhaps it’s time to consign some past grievances to the dustbin, especially if there’s absolutely nothing you can do about them. The New Moon on 13 March is the ideal time to push ahead with career and long-term goals. You will certainly impress others!

AQUARIUS 21 JAN – 19 FEB It will help you to take better care of your diet and to avoid alcohol as it may upset your digestion. Single Aquarians are at your most charming and are certain to attract a new admirer. The New Moon on 13 March indicates that luck is on your side financially.

PISCES 20 FEB – 20 MAR Should you want to get to know a work colleague better, consider inviting them around to your place for a meal. The New Moon in Pisces on 13 March puts you in a competitive mood and you will do anything in which you stand a good chance of coming first.

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Bathrooms & Kitchens

101

Bathroom Maintenance

101

Bathroom Renovations

101

Carpenters & Joiners

102

Carpet Laying

102

Cleaning Service

102

Couriers

102

Crane Hire & Car Removal

102

Dancing Lessons

102

Decks

102

Electrical

103

Flooring

103

Gardening

103

Gutter Cleaning

104

Handyman

104

Home Renovations

104

Introductions

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Enviro Trees Arboricultural Solutions • Tree Pruning • Qualified • Tree Removals Arborist • Stump Grinding • Full Insurance

Adam Rose B. Ag. Sc Adv Cert in Arboriculture

0488 009 293 BATHROOMS & KITCHENS

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Lawns & Turf

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Locksmiths

104

Mechanics

104

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Painting

104

Plastering & Gyprock

105

Plumbing & Gasfitting

105

Roofing

105

Tiling

106

Upholstery

106

Window Cleaning

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Tile & Grout cleaning experts Detect/Fix leaking showers Stone & Slate sealing Pressure & Acid wash cleaning services

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BATHROOM MAINTENANCE

AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS POOL RENOVATIONS AND GENERAL TILING

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BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

Rob: 0412 017 832 | Shane: 0412 942 041 email: downie100@ozemail.com.au www.dcbathrooms.net

ABN: 62973049707

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CARPET LAYING

CRANE HIRE & CAR REMOVAL

ALEXANDER CRANE’S

Crane Truck Hire and Unwanted Car Recycling

CARPET SERVICE CE! T PERFORMAN E P R A C T R E P X E Repairs

Decks - Pergolas - General Maintenance Painting - Tiling - Plastering

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Call or Email Daniel teksaw@yahoo.com.au

CLEANING SERVICE

0404 490 460

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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 & Airbnb cleaning Construction cleaning

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FLOORING

GARDENING

PRIME PRIME ONE ONE ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL small job specialist • LED light upgrades

LANDSCAPING

meterboard/switchboard upgrades smoke detector service • installations reports • extra power points • lights

Innovative ideas, crisp implementation and quality workmanship by a small boutique landscaping company.

Phone Daniel on 0418 419 383 or email prime1q@outlook.com

Small projects & spaces are our speciality.

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UPHOLSTERY

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My favourite things MUM This is my dear Mum, who turns 90 this year. Like most other families, we hadn’t had the opportunity to catch up much, due to Covid, so when we all came together as a family at Christmas it was a really special day.

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