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One of the silver linings for me in lockdown has been a reawakened appreciation of the simpler things in life. A smile on a loved one’s face. Shared laughter over something silly. The scent and sight of a rose in bloom. Bringing the washing in off the line on Sunday, I could almost smell the sunlight captured in the threads of the cotton shirts and sheets, the freshness soothing my weary soul. Taking time out to rest in dappled shade on the back deck, I noticed just how bright the fresh new spring leaves overhead were as they shimmered against a cloudless azure sky. The promise of new life bringing joy to my heart. Preparing some exotic new dishes with loved ones was a simple pleasure multiplied when we sat down to share the delicious fruits of our efforts. The flavours tantalising our taste buds, the food sating our appetites, and the experience nurturing our relationships. Grateful for my plateful. Reasons to be grateful this past week include booking a spot in my first face-to-face yoga class in months, fresh pineapple, sharing utterly delicious gourmet meals from the #BeInspired Vietnamese home recipe kit (inspired by Mark Jensen of Sydney’s renowned Red Lantern restaurant and delivered to the CW office last Friday), sun-dried washing, and lockdown ending ...

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ACT retailers ‘relieved’ to welcome back customers Canberra’s non-essential retail outlets will be permitted to reopen from tomorrow, Friday 22 October, when stores will be allowed to operate under a one person per four square metre rule. ACT businesses providing essential retail – hardware, pet stores, etc., - operating under a click-and-collect or click-and-deliver model can also reopen their doors from this Friday at one per four square metres. The ACT Government earlier this week made the announcement that non-essential retailers could reopen from 11.59pm Thursday 21 October; with that step on the roadmap out of lockdown originally slated for 29 October.

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Owner of Braddon plant store Green Vine, Irene Donoghoe, told Canberra Weekly it will be a relief to welcome customers back in as it’s been difficult for “a lot of businesses” to operate online only. “It will be nice to be able to offer our services and products in person again, which is what we’ve always done best,” she said. Under the one person per four square metre rule, Ms Donoghoe will be able to welcome up to eight customers in her store at once. “That’ll make things a lot safer for people to be able to manoeuvre around,” she said. Being in the business of selling plants, where being able to physically inspect the product before purchase is vital, Ms Donoghoe said reopening to customers will be a boon. “We’ll finally be able to have people choose their own plants,” she said. “With things like plants, it’s quite difficult to take photos and show what they’re like as every single one is different. “Just allowing people to browse properly is very different from looking at a screen; a lot of our customers are excited to be able to see things in person again.” The move followed a change to ACT/NSW border restrictions over the weekend that meant fully vaccinated Canberrans were theoretically allowed to cross the border to Queanbeyan and shop at retailers there while equivalent Canberra stores remained closed. Chief Minister Andrew Barr, however, put the announcement down to the ACT becoming the first

Australian jurisdiction to have double-vaccinated 80 per cent of its population aged 12 and up. “This is not a Kmart Queanbeyan issue; it’s around our vaccination and our entire settings within the ACT,” Mr Barr said. Canberra Liberals Leader Elizabeth Lee said reopening ACT retail stores is a “common sense decision” that should have been implemented as soon as the cross-border travel arrangements were amended on Saturday morning. “This is welcome news for Canberra businesses that sees sensible changes in the way they are able to trade, however, these changes should have come into effect when the cross-border travel arrangements were amended last week,” Ms Lee said. “There is no reason that our retail businesses could not have opened up safely when restaurants, bars, gyms and personal care services reopened for customers last week.” As already announced, the ACT’s public health restrictions are set to again ease further from 29 October. Capacity limits will increase across several industries including hospitality and major events, while food courts in the ACT will also reopen under a one per four square metre model. Additionally, face masks will no longer be mandatory outdoors but will continue to be required indoors. Read an extended version of this story at canberraweekly.com.au - Denholm Samaras

New Green MLAs look back on a year of success Just over one year ago, Canberra elected five new Greens candidates to the Legislative Assembly: two as Cabinet ministers, three to the crossbench. The Greens, the ACT’s fastest-growing party, hold nearly a quarter of the seats (six of 25) and the balance of power for the fourth time – a world first. “From the north of Gungahlin to the deep south of Tuggeranong, every suburb in Canberra has a Greens representative,” said party leader and re-elected MLA, Shane Rattenbury. The five new MLAs – Andrew Braddock, Jo Clay, Emma Davidson, Johnathan Davis, Rebecca Vassarotti – ran social service organisations and recycling companies, campaigned for environmental issues, convened feminist lobby groups, and even performed drag. They were united by their desire to save the planet, make a more caring society, and create a better future. 6

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And a year on, said Brindabella member Johnathan Davis, the passion and idealism the MLAs had at the start is now coupled with a practical understanding of the Assembly and government, and of how to advance their policies. “We care about the world and a Green mantra of thinking globally, but acting locally,” he said. “[We bring] that same passion to the pothole in the cul-de-sac or the micro-forest around the corner, these community-led projects that the people in our district we represent are passionate about.” The Greens are determined to create a new normal, Mr Rattenbury said; through their partnership with ACT Labor, the “stable yet progressive” government is leading the nation in many areas. “Housing and homelessness is one of the biggest successes of the last 12 months,” said Rebecca Vassarotti, Member for Kurrajong,

whose Ministerial portfolios include Homelessness and Housing Services. The Greens committed to build 1,000 new social housing properties; this year saw $80 million invested in maintenance, build to rent schemes, and the first funding increase for specialist homelessness services in nearly a decade. Emma Davidson, Member for Murrumbidgee, and Minister (among other things) for Mental Health, oversaw the much-needed support during lockdown, while mental health funding was increased in the last budget. “We all feel like it’s been a big year,” Ms Vassarotti said. “We’ve achieved a lot, but we’ve only just started. We’ve got a lot of work to do. - Nick Fuller This is an abridged version; for the full version, visit our website.

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Glasgow futile without big emitters Regardless of whatever position the PM decides to take on zero emissions, the Glasgow summit is shaping up as a farce. Three of the four big emitters have no intention of signing up to zero emissions by 2050 or whatever percentage Boris Johnson and Joe Biden come up with and foist on the rest of a feeble Western world. The big emitters are: China, with 30 per cent of the world’s emissions, 50 per cent of its coal fired power stations and building another 127 before 2025; India, with seven per cent, who desperately wants to bring 300 million people out of poverty and needs cheap reliable coal fired power stations to do so; and Russia, with six per cent, whose leader, Vladimir Putin, is raking in a fortune selling gas to the Western Europeans who cannot get enough reliable energy as they have invested too heavily in wind and there is no wind at present. There’s not much those responsible for the remaining 57 per cent of emissions can usefully do if the other 43 per cent won’t play. The Germans, since 2012, have gotten rid of their nuclear power and are now dependent on

Russian gas. The British “rely” on wind for 40 per cent of their energy needs. Indeed, the only country in Western Europe that has handled this well is France who built nuclear power stations in the 1970s and 1980s, thus ensuring 75 per cent of their energy comes from nuclear power – and with no accidents. What is occurring in Western Europe now is just a forerunner of what will occur to the Western democracies unless we make sure we do not get rid of reliable 24/7 baseload power like coal and gas until such time as the new technologies are proven to work. We still cannot store solar or wind power after 20 years of trying to work out a way. Our PM, by ruling out nuclear power and not including it in the mix, has not only made it pretty much impossible for Australia to ever get to zero emissions (not that it matters much as we account for one per cent of the world’s emissions and have the second best record in the world over the last 15 years when it comes to actually reducing emissions rather than just talking about it), he has

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also probably destroyed his chances of winning the next election. Why vote Liberal – now Labor/ Green lite – when you can vote for the real thing? In the next few years, China will still be powering ahead with cheap, reliable coal, increasing its emissions in the process, and monopolising the production of solar panels and wind turbines (it already produces 70 per cent of global supply). Any targets the West produces out of Glasgow will do nothing to help reduce emissions overall. We will not get anywhere near the goal of only a 1.5 per cent increase in global warming and almost certainly will be inflicting a catastrophic amount of unnecessary pain on ourselves in the process. Editor’s note: The opinions expressed in this column are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Canberra Weekly.

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Braddon Centrelink to close within weeks The Braddon Centrelink – the only shopfront in the Inner North / Civic – will close in December, much to the disappointment of Labor MP Alicia Payne, Member for Canberra, who campaigned earlier in the year to keep it open. More than 1,100 people signed Ms Payne’s petition to ‘Save Braddon Centrelink’ from being sold when its lease runs out in February. But last week, Services Australia announced the Braddon Service Centre would close, and be merged with the Gungahlin shopfront. “There has been zero community consultation around this decision and zero consideration about what this means for users of the Braddon shopfront,” Ms Payne said. The move, she argued, will force vulnerable Canberrans to travel to Belconnen, Woden, or Gungahlin to access face-to-face services – a cost that would be too much for some JobKeeper recipients. Services Australia general manager Hank Jongen said the decision was made because customer demand had fallen by 40 per cent since 2016, as Braddon changed from an area with a high level of community housing, to a shopping and food precinct with new residential apartments. Light rail can now take customers who would have previously visited the Braddon office directly to Gungahlin, while many people use online services. Ms Payne urged Canberrans to keep signing her petition, and to write to Minister Reynolds and ACT Liberal Senator Zed Seselja to express their disappointment. “I will not take this decision lying down,” she said. “I will continue to fight to save Braddon Centrelink.”

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news Anti-Poverty Week on now The poor, it has been said, are always with us – but if we act, insist the organisers of Anti-Poverty Week (which began on Sunday), we can solve this problem, and give our fellow citizens a better life. That message is particularly important this year, as the city reels from the shock of the pandemic and the twomonth lockdown. During Anti-Poverty Week, ACTCOSS CEO Dr Emma Campbell and Woden Community Service CEO Jenny Kitchin asked Canberrans to “reflect on and discuss the poverty and disadvantage on our own doorstep, and what they can do to make a change”. Canberra is one of Australia’s most prosperous cities, but 9 per cent of Canberrans, some 38,300 people, live below the poverty line; 9,000 of them are children. Dr Campbell encouraged the

public to ‘Take 10 to Talk About Poverty’ – watch a brief video about poverty, and discuss the experiences of those in the community. There are also youth art competitions, an interview with social researcher Hugh Mackay, and the Carillon and Telstra Tower have been illuminated in blue to symbolise a brighter future for children living in poverty. The public can donate through Hands Across Canberra, an independent philanthropic community foundation that works with more than 300 local community organisations that help vulnerable people. Its motto: ‘Give where you live’. “There is need here,” CEO Peter Gordon said. “There’s a lot to be done, and we can all get it done if we get involved. There’s no need for people to be left behind.”

Local man cycles for sick kids Mark Knowles was never your average lycra-wearing cyclist, nor did he set out to be a community activist. When he heard about the Great Cycle Challenge (GCC), and the 79,000 riders raising funds for the Children’s Medical Research Institute, his simple thought was, “Win-win. Maybe I’ll get a little healthier and help other people while I’m at it.” 3,000 kilometres and $14,000 raised later, if you ask Mark whether he’s an “active activist” his response is succinct. “Nah.” He and his peloton wearing their pop art GCC jerseys are a familiar sight to those who frequent the shared path around Lake Burley Griffin, raising awareness for the cause. This year, his daughter Ashley is electing to join him

on the trail, while three months pregnant with Mark’s first grandchild. This fresh motivation is inspired, sadly, by Mark’s own battle with bowel cancer, then liver cancer. “I’m hoping the research done today will help kids like my grandchild in the future. “I’ve had a childhood. I enjoyed it without any disease or complications. I want all children to have that experience, not have to put up with cancer and treatments, pokes and prods and isolation. Some of these kids still come out with a smile on their face. Let’s end the suffering.” If you want to participate in GCC or to donate, visit greatcyclechallenge.com.au - Anja de Rozario

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From Monday 25 October, dedicated school bus routes will resume as more Canberra students head back to school. Deputy Director-General of Transport Canberra and City Services, Ben McHugh, said 230 dedicated school services will be reinstated as on-campus learning returns to Canberra.

The new timetable will see 4,523 services delivered on weekdays, 1,753 services on Saturday and 1,205 services on Sunday. The ACT Government would like to remind riders the safety of passengers and drivers is their number one priority, and to please follow the Covid-Safe guidelines.

Thwarting the wasp queen Spring is the season when the European wasp queen builds her nest. As the weather warms and more people exercise outdoors, Canberrans could be stung over summer – but the ACT Government is trialling a new program to trap queens before they can build nests. Queen bait stations have been placed at Molonglo River, Giralang Pond, Kingston Foreshore, Weston Park, Franklin Pond, and Yarralumla Creek. A chemical-free carbohydrate, Vespex from Sundew, lures the

European wasps to the station; the queens are trapped, and then removed from the environment. European wasps often choose picnic and barbecue sites for their nest sites, most commonly in wall cavities, holes in the ground, roof voids, retaining walls, and in conifer trees. You can report European wasp nests and bee swarms to the eWasp hotline on 6258 5551, or via www.ewasp.com.au. You can also download the eWasp app, a GPS mapping tool that lets users take photos and locate wasp nests.

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At a glance Kyrgios wins Tennis ACT Player of the Year Local star Nick Kyrgios has been named the ACT Player of the Year at the Tennis ACT annual awards held on Saturday night, while juniors Charlie Camus and Annerly Poulus were also recognised for their outstanding play. The event highlighted the people and groups who were responsible for making it all happen and the many local successes, as tennis in the ACT and region continues to thrive. Camus and Poulus were named the male and female Junior Players of the Year respectively, while Nathan Price and Alun Jones were acknowledged for their coaching performances. Sue Willis took home two awards – the ACT Adult Club Player of the Year and the Most Outstanding 35+ Tennis Senior. Terry Walker was awarded the Volunteer Achievement Award and was given a $5,000 cash prize towards his club, Reid Tennis Club. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the event was held online, streaming to hundreds of viewers with a range of high-profile special guests such as Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley, Todd Woodbridge, and the ACT Minister for Sport and Recreation Yvette Berry.

Hodgson linked with Tigers switch Former Raiders captain Josh Hodgson’s days in Canberra could be nearing an end with the hooker in talks to move to the Wests Tigers. The 31-year-old is contracted with the Raiders until the end of next season but has been given permission to speak with other 14

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Kautai returns to Brumbies Tighthead prop Sefo Kautai has signed with the Brumbies for the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific season. Kautai joined the Brumbies as injury cover in March this year, making the first of his five appearances against the Western Force just days after landing in Canberra. The 25-year-old former Junior All-Black previously played Super Rugby with the Chiefs and is currently with Waikato in New Zealand’s provincial competition. Kautai said he enjoyed his time at the club and was excited to return. “I’m really pleased to be coming back to Canberra with the Brumbies,” said Kautai. “I didn’t know what to expect when I came in last season, but the club were just so welcoming to me, and I loved every minute of it. “Working with our coaches, the experienced front-rowers we have has been great for me and my game and I’m just looking forward to getting back to the Brumbies for preseason and doing my best for the club.”

GIVIT is working closely with a local organisation that is supporting newly arrived refugee families and individuals, helping them to settle into their new homes and neighbourhoods during pandemic restrictions. One of the families is a single mother of six children who recently arrived in Australia after fleeing Afghanistan. This woman is on her own and doing her best to set up a life that is safe and comfortable for her family. The mother needs soccer boots to support her children’s love for the game. Having access to these sporting goods will allow the children to get back to what they enjoy, while creating the opportunity for them to join a local soccer group to help them integrate into the community. The organisation is seeking soccer boots in good condition, all sizes between 38.5 – 42. To donate, visit givit.org.au/whatsneeded, search category ‘Sporting Equipment’, location ‘ACT’. Donations can be collected by, delivered, or posted to the organisation.

Walk for Prems On Sunday 24 October, the annual Walk for Prems will be held to raise awareness for the 48,000 babies born sick or premature in Australia each year, and raise funds for the Life’s Little Treasures Foundation, which supports families of prems and sick babies. Due to public health restrictions, this year’s walk will follow a hybrid format which includes three physical walk locations - in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth - as well as a virtual walk for those restricted by location, such as Canberra. People can register themselves or a team as well as fundraise online at www.walkforprems.org.au

Free money management course A community course online at no cost over three Tuesday evenings at your own computer: 9, 16 and 23 November 7-9pm. COVID has prompted many of us to find ways to manage on less money. This online CAP Money Course will help you to develop skills to manage debt, to budget, save and have more control of your finances. Register by Thursday 28 October at capmoney.org. au, email capmoney@tbcchurch.com.au or call Robert on 0402 007 551.

Red Dove op shop Red Dove preloved clothing will be reopening twice next month, 4-6 and 25-27 November, Thursday to Saturday 9am-1pm at Tuggeranong Uniting Church, Comrie Street, Wanniassa. Lots of summer stock and many specials, women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, jewellery, linen, books, DVDs and bric-a-brac – an auditorium full! Regulars and new shoppers welcome. Reduce, renew, recycle and help save our environment.

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Three cocktails in three minutes: WITH TASTE EDITOR, ANJA DE ROZARIO

It’s not too late to learn a new skill in lockdown (or at least appear as if you did). Wow your guests with your budding mixology talents at your next backyard picnic. The following measurements are for singular cocktails. It took me (a novice) about one minute to mix each drink.

Pineapple mule 50ml premium vodka (Fever Tree recommends Smirnoff for this one) 50ml of pineapple juice Ginger beer, to top up 1 lime wedge Mint sprigs, to garnish Fill a highball glass with ice cubes, then pour over the vodka and the pineapple juice. Add a couple more ice cubes and top up with the ginger beer. Squeeze over and then drop in the lime wedge. Garnish with mint. For a slightly more advanced twist: 50ml premium vodka 50ml pineapple juice 2 pineapple slices A pinch of salt Ginger beer, to top up Long pineapple leaf, to garnish Pour the vodka and pineapple juice into an empty cocktail shaker. Add the pineapple slices and a pinch of salt. Top up with ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds, then pour the contents of the shaker into a highball glass. Top up with the ginger beer. Finally, take a long pineapple leaf and slide it down inside the glass to garnish.

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Vodka & Italian blood orange 50ml vodka (Fever Tree recommends Ketel One, I used Raspberry Smirnoff for a sweeter touch) Italian blood orange soda, to top up Twist of lemon peel, to garnish Simply add the vodka to a copa or wine glass filled with ice cubes. Top up with the soda. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, and you’re done! For a slightly more advanced twist: 4 raspberries

35ml Vodka 3 tsp Aperol 1 lemon wedge, plus a long twist of lemon peel to garnish Italian blood orange soda, to top up Crush the raspberries in the bottom of your copa or wine glass, then add ice cubes on top. Pour over the vodka and Aperol. Squeeze over the lemon wedge, then discard the shell. Top up with the soda. Garnish with a long twist of lemon peel.

Scotch highball 50ml Johnnie Walker Black Label Spiced orange ginger ale, to top up Twist of orange peel, to garnish Pour the whisky into a highball or rocks glass filled with ice cubes. Top up with the ginger ale. Garnish with a twist of orange peel. Easy-peasy. For a slightly more advanced twist: 35ml Johnnie Walker Black Label 25ml Pedro Ximenez Sherry Spiced orange ginger ale, to top up Twist of orange peel, to garnish Pour the whisky and sherry into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Top up with the ginger ale. Garnish with a twist of orange peel. canberraweekly.com.au

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CW tried and tasted! A new product range from homegrown Aussie peanut butter brand, Ridiculously Delicious, is now being stocked in independent grocers and health food stores. Founded by food entrepreneur couple, Ben and Kate Dutton,

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Yes, I like piña coladas and getting caught in the rain, but not so much the 650 calories that can come in one coconutty cocktail. A diet gin and tonic holds about 120 calories per serve, making it one of the lowest-calorie cocktails, and makes me feel like a classy lady with her life together when sipping one. For an even fancier touch, Citadelle Gin is fragrant, delicate, and demands attention. Here’s an easy G&T recipe with a fresh twist. Citadelle recommends a 3:1 ratio of tonic to gin, but feel free to adapt to your liking: 1. Chill a large balloon glass 2. Fill the glass with large, clear ice cubes to the top 3. Add 1-part Citadelle Gin 4. Take great care to choose a

ripe, unblemished lemon 5. Cut a peel - and dare to be creative in its cut! 6. Add 3 parts tonic water 7. Express the peel on top of the glass and around the rim and place it gently into your G&T Pairing tip: Enjoy with fresh oysters, which are abundantly harvested in Charente near Château de Bonbonnet, the home of Citadelle. Bonne dégustation!

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Canberra Wine District reopens to NSW and ACT On 11 October, NSW lockdown restrictions eased for the state’s fully-vaccinated population, unlocking the Canberra Wine District’s cellar doors to those across the border. ACT patrons received the update 12 hours later that they, too, can enjoy wine tasting in their namesake district, if fully vaccinated. The 33 wineries within 35 minutes of Canberra are, despite their title, mostly situated over the NSW border. A set of regulations have been established for NSW patrons, including carrying vaccination evidence on their person to produce for inspection to police officers or other authorised officers upon request. Aligning with guidelines set by NSW Health, fully-vaccinated NSW customers will also need to

check in and wear a face mask to enter hospitality venues within the Canberra Wine District. Those who are not fully vaccinated cannot visit a hospitality venue except for takeaway. ACT patrons are expected to abide by NSW health guidelines, check in via the NSW app (rather than Check In CBR app), and have their vaccination certificates ready via the MyGov app. “Please be patient with the staff when you visit,” says Canberra District Wine Industry Association coordinator, Fran Marshall. “They’re learning the ropes as they go, just like you.” To find out who’s open this week, visit canberrawines.com. au, and make sure you contact your venue of choice to make a booking, as most places will not be taking walk-ins due to capacity restrictions. - Anja de Rozario

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Calling all fans of The Voice … Tune in to the cangiveday.org.au livestream straight from the AIS on Friday 29 October 5-7pm. Witness a state-wide singing competition, with judges ‘70s music legend Leo Sayer and The Voice alum Lucy Sugerman. From now until 25 October, video auditions are flowing in from Canberrans singing their hearts out to raise donations for the Canberra Hospital Foundation and snag a spot in the finale. The best-of-the-best will perform to win on Can Give Day, as the grand finish to a string of festivities on the day raising funds to thank our healthcare heroes. The winner receives $2,000, a spot in the line-up of the Foundation summer concert 2022, and a mentoring session with Leo Sayer. And it’s not just performers making an impact - if you decide to donate to support your favourite talent, the donation will be doubled. Canberra’s own indie darling, Lucy Sugerman, was only too pleased to get the call to raise donations for frontline healthcare workers. “They’ve been such an important part of getting this beautiful city through a tricky time,” Sugerman said. “Being a part of supporting them is an honour, really. For me it was a no-brainer. “This will be my first time judging … anyone,” she said on stepping out of the limelight and into the judge’s seat. “I’m a very excitable person. I’m like ‘Everyone gets five stars!’ It’s going

to be a challenge to be a bit more discerning, but I’m excited to try.” Sugerman knows exactly what it’s like to be on red-hot centre stage. Although there may be some surprises on who will be the nice judge and who will be the tough judge this time around. “We’ll see how we go,” she laughed. “I just think it’s really cool when people put themselves out there. Opportunities like this are important for feedback. You get that experience, plus helping the community to come together.” With her honest, dramatic, and personal signature style “describes both me and my music” - Sugerman has been open about navigating lockdown’s impact on the creative process. “Oh man, it’s definitely been a lot of time to sit with your own thoughts. I have a lot of thoughts, and feelings. There’s been highs and lows, but what a good time to regroup and figure out what’s important when everything is taken away. “I still haven’t quite figured it out yet, but we’re getting there, and we’re all in the same boat. It’s been a happy time too, because we’re learning to be adaptable and resilient, focus on ourselves and remember what’s important.” She noted that her unfiltered style is standard for her generation and is excited to see what Gen Z is bringing to the competition. “We’re the first generation to

Canberra singer-songwriter Lucy Sugerman, pictured with Canberra Hospital Foundation mascot, Hearty, is looking forward to co-judging the Can Give Day virtual singing competition on Friday 29 October. Photo: Kerrie Brewer. Shot on location at the AIS mass vaccination centre.

grow up in an era when making music and connecting with people is so accessible. Subsequently, we’re exposed to such a diverse range of voices, and I think that really shapes what we’re creating, how we connect, and how we consume as well. “We’re paving the way for this brand-new era of music.” Sugerman hopes to see that level of diversity in the competition. “I’m really excited to watch all the entries and uncover Canberra’s best and newest and brightest talent.” Her love for the bush capital has steadily grown since cutting teeth on its streets at nine years old. Lucky for us, Sugerman said she’s never dreamt of living anywhere else. “Maturity is realising Canberra is a great place to live. “The city is developing so quickly and in a fantastic direction. All my

Sydney and Melbourne friends say, ‘You should probably move here for your career.’ And I say ‘Nah, I’m good… Do you want to come visit?’ And they say no and I’m like ‘Well, you’re missing out’.” Keep an eye out after lockdown for her brand-new, yet to be announced EP, coming on 18 November. If you want to get involved on Can Give Day, there are plenty of activities to choose from, including a LEGO building competition, tuning into the live radio broadcast from 10am to 3pm on Mix106.3, and of course, enjoying the music with Sugerman and Sayer. “Let’s say thanks to our frontline health staff and help affected families share the love and music!” she said. - Anja de Rozario To find out more, visit canberrahospitalfoundation.org.au canberraweekly.com.au

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Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre artistic director/programming manager, Jordan Best, holds a strong sense of optimism for The Q’s 2022 season. File photo: Kerrie Brewer.

The Q ‘full of optimism’ emerging out of lockdown Having just returned to the office after a lengthy hiatus, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre (The Q) artistic director/programming manager, Jordan Best, is working hard to ensure everything runs smoothly as the venue reopens. “We’re all slowly coming back in and trying to figure out what that means,” she told Canberra Weekly. While the biggest assignment right now is preparing to launch their 2022 season at the end of November, The Q will “gently and slowly” start welcoming patrons back next month with music and wine tasting nights. “It will be a chance for people to come in and listen to some beautiful local music and try our new house wines,” Best said. Then, come December, a host of “incredible” local dance schools will take the stage to do their end-of-year performances. Looking ahead, Best holds a strong sense of optimism for The Q’s 2022 season as it, like so many performing arts venues, looks to rebuild.

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More than half of the shows presented as part of The Q’s 2022 subscription season, the first Best has programmed, will be local productions. “That’s massive for me, to have more than 50 per cent of our program is huge,” she said. “Despite the fact we’re all feeling a bit weird at the moment, I am full of optimism for what 2022 will be.” The season will start in February with an in-house production of comedy musical, Ruthless. “It’s an absolute explosion of joy and humour, it will be a lot of fun, it’s just brilliant,” Best smiled. The program will be rounded out with premium touring works for which The Q will be the only place to see them within “a very large radius”. Music programming will be strong as always with tribute acts covering INXS, Fleetwood Mac and ABBA, through to the Australian Wind Symphony and National Capital Orchestra. “The Q and The B (Bicentennial Hall) are just going to be full to the

brim next year,” Best said. “We said something for everyone this year, but next year there’ll be something for everyone almost every night.” The strain COVID-19 has placed on the entire arts sector has been “heartbreaking” for Best, who prior to taking the reins at The Q was an independent director and producer. “It’s so hard getting a show ready to go on stage,” she said, “So when everything falls apart, that is heartbreaking and very difficult to recover from.” Best stressed the importance of going out and supporting the arts in the coming months as we remerge out of a very difficult stretch. “Get out there and support the arts that we all love so much because we’re hurting and we really need people to show their support by showing up.” - Denholm Samaras

New NFSA head commences role The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia’s new CEO, Patrick McIntyre, steps into the job this week, heralding a new chapter of leadership for the institution. McIntyre said he’s eager to commence working with the Archive’s extensive collection, “one of the country’s most exciting cultural assets”. “Particularly as it increasingly becomes available in digital forms,” he said. “I am very much looking forward to working with the team to further enrich the collection, make sure it is preserved for future generations, and to find new ways to bring it to life and increase access.” McIntyre joins the Archive from the Sydney Theatre Company, where he held the title of executive

director for over 11 years. He has more than 25 years’ experience in arts and cultural management, including with The Australian Ballet and Sydney Film Festival. McIntyre has also held positions on several boards and advisory boards, including at Live Performance Australia, the CREATE Centre at the University of Sydney, ArtsReady, and the Deakin University arts management program. McIntyre was appointed as CEO in June of this year following the resignation of former Archive CEO Jan Müller in December 2020. In the interim, Archive Chief Operating Officer, Nancy Eyers, acted as Chief Executive. Müller was appointed as Archive CEO in July 2017.

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Now streaming The Starling (M) Lilly (Melissa McCarthy) and Jack (Chris O’Dowd) are preparing a nursery for their child. Flashing forward a year, Lilly visits Jack in a residential mental hospital. Struggling to work and keep their house together in her husband’s absence, Lilly is also harassed by a starling in her backyard. Soon a counsellor at Jack’s hospital refers Lilly to an old colleague of hers, vet Larry Fine (Kevin Kline). After several clunkers, it’s easy to forget McCarthy is a good actor. In The Starling, she must balance grief with grounded humour. Forgetting to tend to her own grief, it is the appearance of a territorial starling that pushes Lilly to the edge, forcing her to indirectly seek

help for herself. Larry was once a psychologist, but, due to mysterious circumstances, now works as a veterinarian. Using the starling as a device for metaphor and analogy, Larry attempts to help Lilly recognise and move through the stages of her grief. Jack, meanwhile, chooses to suffer his loss alone. Away from his life and wife, he struggles with the choice to attempt to resume some form of his former life or face an unknown future. Verdict: While the movie deals with heavy themes of depression, death and suicide, it is a shame that the tone is off, playing more like a cheesy Hallmark American midday TV movie while struggling to stick the landing of the starling device. 1.5 stars. The Starling is streaming on Netflix. - Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net

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Jeff Popple reviews three very interesting non-fiction books. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Death Ships by Doug Limbrick Shawline, $22.95

Canberra author Doug Limbrick provides a fascinating glimpse into a little-known aspect of Australian history with his account of the tragic voyage of six large, disease-ridden ships in the 1850s. The discovery of gold in 1851 had a huge effect on the local economy with most of the available workforce seeking their fortune on the goldfields. The wool industry was particularly badly hit, forcing the closure of mills in England. In Death Ships, Limbrick provides a compelling account of the disastrous attempt to send nearly 5,000 emigrants to Australia to overcome the worker shortage. Well researched and very interesting.

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Also from a Canberra author is Edith Blake’s War by Krista Vane-Tempest. In 1915, Edith Blake made her way to Cairo as one of 130 Australian nurses allocated to the British Imperial Military Nursing Service. Once there, she nursed soldiers wounded at Gallipoli and was later sent to England to work in a military hospital. In 1918, she was tragically killed whilst serving on a hospital ship sunk by a German U-boat. Krista, Edith’s great niece, draws on her relative’s letters home to bring to life Edith’s story and provide a rare look at the work of Australia’s war nurses. A moving piece of history.

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Join The Red Wig Challenge and step up for seriously ill children This November, you’ll once again be able to take part in the annual Red Wig Challenge, raising funds for Ronald McDonald House Canberra in their work supporting families with seriously ill children. To understand more about the work the charity does and the support that it provides we spoke to the family of little Noah, from Crookwell in rural NSW. Mum and dad, Ali and Adam, welcomed baby Noah to their family at 36 weeks in the Canberra Hospital after a postnatal diagnosis of Down Syndrome. Noah then spent two weeks in the neonatal Intensive Care Unit before heading home. At just four months old, he returned to the hospital for bowel surgery and now at one year old is here again for another surgery. When we asked the family about their experience at Ronald McDonald House, Noah’s mum, Ali, said: “It almost brought you to tears walking through the facility, seeing everything

that was available to our family at such a vulnerable time in our life including being able to do simple tasks such as washing clothes, making a coffee, having a shower, or spending time with extended family. We will be forever grateful that we were able to come and go as we needed so we could still be by Noah’s side when he needed us most.” Dad, Adam, shared: “In such a stressful time, having a place in Ronald McDonald House certainly took away the fi nancial and emotional burden of having to worry about accommodation during Noah’s hospital visits, and instead this allowed us to focus our energy solely on supporting Noah. Having access to the kitchen also meant we weren’t spending time and money on takeaway or cafeteria meals. “We were so grateful we also had a place to take [big sister] Harriet back to play during her visits so we could still spend some quality family time together. Until you are in a situation where you need this service, it is

Little Noah’s family have found the home away from home provided by Ronald McDonald House Canberra took away the financial and emotional burden of having to find accommodation while their little boy was undergoing treatment at Canberra Hospital.

hard to know how it benefits people but seeing and experiencing Ronald McDonald House fi rsthand we will be forever grateful.” Ronald McDonald House Canberra welcomes anyone who is interested in fundraising, donating, or volunteering to get involved. If you’d like to fi nd out more about the charity and the Red Wig Challenge 2021 visit actfundraising.rmhc.org.au/event/redwig2021

time out After an extended lockdown, events are making a welcome comeback in the ACT region! Please check with organisers or venues for any restrictions and the latest updates.

BELCO ARTS: Get up close and marvel at original illustrations from Graeme Base’s book The Worst Band in the Universe at Belconnen Arts Centre, 26 November – 6 February; belcoarts.com.au

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Simon Ward, this NGA online program will teach participants new skills via free program, Blender, 20 November 10-11.30am; book via nga.gov.au

AUSDANCE ACT: Alison Plevey leads free online open classes, titled Repertoire & Improvisation, 21 and 28 October 7.30-8.45pm; ausdanceact.org.au PHOTOACCESS: The Manuka gallery opens four new online exhibitions from local artists: Experiments in Living [Melt], Surface Appearances, Light Materials, and 398, from 21 October to 27 November. They expect to reopen the gallery from 2 November; photoaccess.org.au BELCO ARTS: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words: A free online panel discussion with Graeme Base via Zoom, Wednesday 27 October 11am; register via belcoarts.com.au MAURA PIERLOT: The Canberra author-playwright is launching Fragments: Journeys from Isolation to Connection, Friday 29 October 5pm at The Book Cow, Kingston. Free, bookings essential via bit.ly// FragmentsBookLaunch HEALTH FRANKLIN’S CHOPPER: His new show The Silencer comes to The Playhouse, Civic, 29 October 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au JAPANESE FILM FESTIVAL: A broad spectrum of Japanese cinema through 15 films, 29 October to 2 November at Palace Electric Cinema, New Acton; japanesefilmfestival.net BEAVER GALLERIES: The Deakin gallery hosts exhibition, Landscape in sculpture, by Denese Oats until 31 October; beavergalleries.com.au AN AFTERNOON IN PARIS: Stuart Long plays works for solo piano by Debussy, Poulenc, Satie, Ibert and Chaminade, 3 November 12.40pm, Wesley

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THE WAR ON 2021: Join Australia’s satirical all- stars Charles Firth, Mark Humphries, Freudian Nip’s Jenna Owen and Victoria Zerbst, and James Schloeffel at Canberra Theatre, Civic, 30 November 7.30pm; canberratheatrencentre.com.au CSO SUMMER PROM: A wonderful summer’s evening of music on the Lawns of Government House, 4 December from 6pm; cso.org.au THE TEN TENORS: Australia’s premier vocal group bring their special 25th anniversary tour to the Canberra Theatre, Civic, 8 December 2pm and 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL SHOWCASE: A line-up of Festival favourites and some of the freshest emerging talents at Canberra Theatre, Civic, 12 December 7.30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au DAVID HELFGOTT IN CONCERT: The acclaimed piano virtuoso will grace the Canberra Theatre stage, 16 December 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au CIRCUS OF ILLUSION: A night of fun out for all, young and old, with two shows at Canberra Theatre Centre, Sunday 16 January; canberratheatrecentre.org.au ANT MIDDLETON: The Chief Instructor on Channel 7’s SAS Australia brings his Mind Over Muscle Tour to Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 30 January; tegdainty.com Send your free entertainment listings to: arts@canberraweekly.com.au with ‘what’s on’ in the subject field. Deadline is 10 days prior to Thursday edition date.

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Eczema-friendly skincare When I tell you that I deal with eczema, I mean that as I am writing this my hands are flaring up like angry little strawberries. Like many of Asian descent, my skin is genetically prone to dryness. It seems every brand and their pet influencer are claiming that their products are ‘recommended by dermatologists’. This is particularly annoying when all you’re trying to do is not burst into an eczematous flare as the weather shifts. Here we have Dr Li-Chuen Wong, consultant dermatologist with over 20 years’ experience, to weigh in on skincare for the eczema-prone.

3 YESES Humectants: “Having eczema-prone skin means there is an inherent skin barrier dysfunction, making it sensitive and prone to dryness,” says Dr Wong. “It’s therefore important to look for ingredients that will repair the skin barrier.” Humectants are lovely little ingredients that attract water to the epidermal layer to help moisturise the skin. They also encourage the

shedding of dead skin cells. You may recognise glycerine and hyaluronic acid as popular humectants. Dr Wong also recommends colloidal oatmeal, an ingredient often used by Aveeno, to protect the skin barrier and provide anti-inflammatory goodness. Prescription skincare for the bad days: For days with nightmarish flare-ups, Dr Wong points the eczema-prone in the direction of a prescription topical steroid, “applied intensively till the skin is clear will be very helpful”. Never be afraid to reach out to your GP! Eczema-friendly skincare brands: “Choose fragrance-free and soap-free body washes, along with fragrance-free moisturisers,” says Dr Wong. Tried and true brands include CeraVe and Aveeno. “For colder, wintry conditions, choose thicker emollients and ointments. For the more humid months, try a lighter lotion that won’t feel so tacky on the skin.” For sunscreen, Dr Wong recommends low-irritant products, labelled “broad spectrum” and for “sensitive skin”. Go for SPF 50 if you can find it and reapply every 3-4 hours.

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dining room opens onto an outdoor entertaining area, perfect for hosting relaxed meals with loved ones. Four generous bedrooms boasting built-in wardrobes and striking views are located upstairs, with the prestigious master featuring a large ensuite, while the main bathroom is home to a corner spa bath. Downstairs, you’ll be captivated by the enormity of the space. Boasting a huge rumpus room, two extra bedrooms and a full bathroom, this floor is the quintessential teenagers’ retreat, a wonderful space for guests, or even could be used for

some secondary income as there’s both internal and external access. With lush lawns and manicured gardens, you’ll impress all your guests as they enjoy the stylish pizza oven and undercover barbecue area, and the views of beautiful Isaacs Ridge. There’s an abundance of memories waiting to be made in this once-in-a-lifetime property. Located conveniently just a short walk to Isaac shops, Southlands shopping centre and Westfield Woden, additional features include brand new carpet, 5,000L water tank, ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling plus Breamer ducted gas in-

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Top expert tips for buying and selling Buying and selling your home can be a stressful experience for everyone involved. Experienced and respected real estate agent and partner at McGrath North Canberra, Justin Taylor, shares his top tips for buying and selling property, to make for a smooth sailing investment.

BUYING 1. Speak to the bank or broker Mr Taylor’s first buying tip is to speak to the bank or broker to confirm what you can afford and get your pre-approval in place. If you’re making an offer on a property, you must have your pre-approval. 2. Research Make sure you’ve researched in areas you may want to live in and check out as many internet sites as possible, as everything is not all bunched together on one site. “For example, it’s important in the older suburbs around Canberra to check for termite infestations as there’s much more of a risk than in newer suburbs, so really check the pest reports,” Mr Taylor said. “It’s also important to check for unapproved structures. Things like decks and pergolas aren’t a huge issue, but it’s important to have approval for extended living areas and swimmimg pools.”

3. Attend inspections It’s important to form a good knowledge base of what homes are of quality value, and what is overpaying for a home. Attending as many private inspections as you possibly can is a great way to build up that knowledge for yourself. 4. Bid strong When you find a property you really like, and it’s within your budget, don’t be scared to bid strong. Mr Taylor said you’re not going to find bargains in this market, and if you don’t bid strong, you’re just not going to be successful. “When it comes to bidding at an auction, if you set what your max price limit is and it looks like it’s going to reach that, try and land on it before your opposition does. The one who lands on that figure will be the successful one,” he said. “Don’t extend beyond your limit though; don’t get caught up in emotion unless you’ve got reserved savings you can dip into.”

SELLING 1. Home staging When selling, Mr Taylor highly recommends property styling to prepare your home for sale. “My partner Dimi and I use The Look Property Stylists, and if your home is vacant, we thoroughly

Canberra’s most expensive suburbs The acceleration of Canberra’s house prices has been at a historic high, hitting a $950,000 median in August, a significant increase of $250,000 since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic last year. Canberra has experienced the highest property price growth of Australian capital cities in 2021 and sits comfortably as the second most expensive city in the country, after Sydney. Ray White’s latest market analysis, written by chief economist Nerida Conisbee, shows 21 suburbs in Canberra have now reached a median price greater than $1 million, up from just eight in 2020. “Canberra’s price growth has been exceptionally strong and has been one of the strongest in Australia when we look at median prices,” Ms Conisbee said. Griffith, the suburb with the highest price growth, is looking like it could snatch the title of Canberra’s first $2 million median suburb within the next 12 months. Eight of the top 10 strongest performing suburbs are southside – Griffith, Garran, Deakin, Yarralumla, Lyons, Mawson, Pearce and Curtin 40

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– with Campbell and Aranda the only northside suburbs to make the shortlist. “I don’t see Canberra’s house price growth falling but the big unknown is what the impact will be of the most recent lending changes. It’s estimated borrowing capacity will be reduced by five per cent, so that will slow the market,” Ms Conisbee said. Canberra’s house price growth may seem like a daunting prospect for first-time buyers, and Ms Conisbee said it will be challenging for this demographic. “For first-time buyers, a lot are getting priced out and it’s quite stressful, especially with incentives like Home Builder being withdrawn and investors now back in the market,” she said. “On one hand, the price growth is good for property owners but there’s a big focus being put on affordability, which also has a lot to do with things like supply of properties and planning controls. A lot of that is what keeps Australian house prices high, and that’s why we have an inquiry into housing affordability.”

endorse you style your home,” he said. 2. Add value Minor touch-ups are the best way to add value to your property and get a return on your investment, according to Mr Taylor. Get some new carpet, fresh paint and make sure the home is styled. 3. Pick the right agent Speaking to two to three agents to find one you feel you will work well with, personality wise, and feel comfortable around, is one of Mr Taylor’s best pieces of advice. He said the cheapest option isn’t always the best option. 4. Marketing campaign Mr Taylor believes in a strong marketing campaign to help sell your home. “Don’t skimp on the marketing! I recommend a vendor invest half a per cent to one per cent of the value of the property into a marketing campaign,” he said. 5. Timing According to Mr Taylor, the best time of year to sell is when it suits you! Sellers always think seasonally, but buyers are out all the time. Although do try to avoid selling over Christmas-New Year because everyone’s on holiday and there’s usually a four-tofive-week window when buyers have switched off.

MRKT Property launches new agency MRKT Property is Canberra’s newest real estate agency and according to Principal and Licensed Agent, Jessica Kercher, they’re perfectly positioned to guide you through selling, procurement or leasing. “Whilst we are a new brand, we aren’t new to the industry. Between the other Principal, Justin Ingram, and I, we have 30 years’ experience in real estate – all in Canberra,” Ms Kercher said. “You’ll be dealing with two highly experienced agents with a wealth of knowledge, and we’re backed by a vibrant team.” She said clients will be dealing with both principals directly and they are co-listing all their sales. “You’re getting two agents for the price of one!” To find out more about MRKT Property, head to mrktproperty.com.au.

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63 Cygnet Crescent, Red Hill

$2,565,000 Hive

59 Bosworth, Circuit, Kambah

$900,000

LJ Hooker

25 Kent Street, Deakin

$1,750,000 Edge

2 Keeling Place, Kambah

$888,000

Luton

18 Cleaver Street, Googong

$1,625,000 Blackshaw

3/16 Ray Ellis Crescent, Forde

$875,000

Luton

4 Barnett Close, Greenleigh

$1,560,000 Belle

12 Acraman Place, Amaroo

$870,000

LJ Hooker

6 Bowler Place, Kambah

$1,541,000 Ray White

30 Nicholas Street, Higgins

$865,000

Ray White

64 Brunswick Circuit, Kaleen

$1,436,500 Luton

10 Gurr Street, Calwell

$850,000

Ray White

73 Wattle Street, O’Connor

$1,425,000 Home by Holly

84 Boddington Crescent, Kambah

$835,000

Ray White

11 Tyson Street, Ainslie

$1,405,000 LJ Hooker

9 McVilly Close, Gordon

$830,000

LJ Hooker

226/1 Kalma Way, Campbell

14 Lalor Street, Ainslie

$1,405,000 Home by Holly

12 Darlot Place, Kambah

$820,000

Ray White

68 Mackellar Crescent, Cook

$1,386,000 Ray White

83 Mary Gillespie Avenue, Gungahlin

$811,000

McGrath

53 Lexcen Avenue, Nicholls

$1,383,000 Total Property

6 Harper Close, Karabar

$810,000

Upside

11 Mortlock Circuit, Kaleen

$1,370,000 Home by Holly

23 Clamp Place, Greenway

$800,000

Blackshaw

19/1 Light Street, Griffith

$1,360,900 Independent

4/84 Buckingham Street, Amaroo

$800,000

Harcourts

8 Winter Place, Jerrabomberra

$1,360,000 McNamee

5/4 Lind Close, Fraser

$795,000

Ray White

2/130 Bandjalong Crescent, Aranda

$1,330,000 Independent

1/102 John Gorton Drive, Coombs

$795,000

Independent

9 Arcadia Street, Crace

$1,320,000 Ray White

4 Harland Place, Flynn

$792,000

Ray White

11 Henry Street, Cook

$1,315,000 Ray White

31 Mccredie Street, Taylor

$790,000

Carter + Co

13 Barney Street, Downer

$1,310,000 Home by Holly

6/35 Tenison-woods Circuit, Bonython

$770,000

Ray White

34 Terewah Circuit, Kaleen

$1,285,000 Independent

88 Livingston Avenue, Kambah

$755,000

Impact

G01/4 Anzac Park, Campbell

$1,270,000 JWLand

13/37 Barr Smith Avenue, Bonython

$745,000

LJ Hooker

24/2 Torrens Street, Braddon

$1,270,000 Independent

21 Reader Court, Banks

$695,000

LJ Hooker

32 Winsome Street, Taylor

$1,225,000 Confidence

31/40 Pearlman Street, Coombs

$667,500

Blackshaw

50 Vagabond Crescent, McKellar

$1,220,000 Home by Holly

228 Kerrigan Street, Dunlop

$640,000

Carter + Co

15 Stan Davey Rise, Coombs

$1,210,000 Independent

33/46 Paul Coe Crescent, Ngunnawal

$630,000

Ray White

Agent

3 Waterfall Drive, Jerrabomberra

$1,200,000 McNamee

504/24 Lonsdale Street, Braddon

$625,000

Independent

13/146 Shackleton Circuit, Mawson

$1,200,000 Hayman Partners

48/1 Light Street, Griffith

$610,900

Independent

1 Gorman Crescent, Nicholls

$1,200,000 Hugo

65/77 Northbourne Avenue, Turner

$600,000

Carter + Co

37 Carr Crescent, Wanniassa

$1,170,000 Hive

11 Irving Street, Phillip

$545,000

Independent

1 Booderee Place, Banks

$1,150,000 Belle

14/42 Lhotsky Street, Charnwood

$525,000

Luton

38 Casilda Street, Harrison,

$1,101,000 McGrath

9/20 Moore Street, Turner

$445,000

Independent

2 Benjee Place, Isabella Plains

$1,015,000 Upside

9/47 Booth Street, Queanbeyan

$420,000

Ray White

15 Woronora Street, Kaleen

$1,009,999 Independent

95/121 Easty Street, Phillip

$391,000

Independent

8 McGilvray Close, Gordon

$1,000,000 McIntyre

8/1 Cowlishaw Street, Greenway

$389,000

Independent

21 Inglewood Street, Gungahlin

$980,000

Luton

42/2 Ranken Place, Belconnen

$382,500

LJ Hooker

2 Trickett Place, Isabella Plains

$980,000

Property Collective

42/15 Braybrooke Street, Bruce

$372,000

LJ Hooker

227 Maribyrnong Avenue, Kaleen

$975,000

LJ Hooker

28/12 Albermarle Place, Phillip

$317,500

Blackshaw

42 Harry Hopman Circuit, Gordon

$910,000

Ray White

29/58 Bennelong Crescent, Macquarie

$300,000

Luton

Agent

6 Kevin Street, Evatt

$905,000

Blackshaw

20/3 Waddell Place, Curtin

$280,000

Independent

2/77 Zakharov Avenue, Forde

$905,000

LJ Hooker

46/27 Coxen Street, Hughes

$222,000

Cream

78 Peter Cullen Way, Wright

$900,000

McGrath

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Natalie Kokic Schmidt 0428 082 885 Jason Anasson 0423 821 138 McGrath Sat 23 Oct 11.15am

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Government schemes are working: REIA The recent National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation (NHFIC) report has found government schemes targeting first-home buyers are helping young and older Australians enter the market. Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) president, Adrian Kelly, has welcomed the findings. He said the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme (FHLDS) and the New Home Guarantee (NHG) have been instrumental for young people attempting to break into the property market. “Since January 2020, the schemes have supported some 22,879 home purchases across the nation, guaranteeing around $1.4 billion in deposit shortfalls. Closing the deposit gap is the major barrier to first-home buyers entering the market, particularly in a fast-rising market and both

the FHLDS and the NHG shave off four years of deposit saving for eligible Aussies,” Mr Kelly said. “Some 58 per cent of all buyers under the schemes were aged under 30, but it also helped around 300 Australians who are 50 and over buy their first home. This is public policy at its best at a time when supply and affordability is so challenging, providing a guarantee – not cash in hand – and putting the onus on the purchaser to meet their loan repayments,” Mr Kelly said. He said continued government incentives for first-home buyers are crucial. The NHFIC report shows the median property price was $397,000 for single applicants under the FHLDS, and under the NHG it was $465,000 with “gender distribution broadly equal across both schemes”.

Strata to be new norm Projections in the 2021/22 ACT Budget suggest three-quarters (75 per cent) of new dwellings to be built in the ACT over the next five years will be strata titled. The properties will consist of units, apartments and other strata titled premises. It is projected 12,263 mediumand high-density dwellings will be built in the next five years; more than 4,000 of them before the end of June 2022. Strata Community Association ACT president, Shelley Mulherin, said strata properties will see a big proportion of infrastructure

spending in Canberra. “Their construction will boost the economy, create jobs and grow the critical strata industry that serves owners, residents and a wide range of industry service providers.” Ms Mulherin said the increased growth of strata properties shows a greater need for the government to address the issues facing the industry, such as: cladding, strata defects, best practice reforms, more detailed COVID guidelines to enable safe property management, and sustainable and energy efficient buildings.

$20m sale in Fyshwick An entire street of industrial assets in Fyshwick has been sold by a Canberra family for $20 million to Sydney buyers, taking advantage of strong interstate demand. The site sits on 11-51 Whyalla Street and houses 22 tenants across 16 industrial units and buildings.

Burgess Rawson Canberra agents Steve Burke and Guy Randell facilitated the sale and said this scale of industrial assets rarely come to market in Canberra. “It’s certainly not the type of sale you see every day, but it just shows the huge demand for this type of investment,” Mr Burke said.

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Modern industrial Phillip 508/35 Furzer Street Fashionable and modern, this stylish home is impeccably designed and has a New York City apartment vibe that makes it a can’t miss opportunity. The industrial design features exposed concrete and bricks throughout the open plan kitchen and living space, exuding a chic urban ambience. The dark timber floorboards paired with the stainlesssteel kitchen appliances, stone benchtops, and Smeg induction cooktop make the space the epitome of contemporary 42

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style, while the north-facing balcony is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or entertain guests. The generous master bedroom boasts a builtin wardrobe, while the bright bathroom with a spacious shower opens through to a separate laundry. This warehouse style home has an abundance of extra features including 3.4m high ceilings, mirrored wardrobes, European laundry, terrazzo flooring in the bathroom, reverse cycle heating and cooling units, and access to

the communal rooftop garden space with swimming pool and barbecues, and views across Lyons and to Mount Taylor. Located in Woden Town Centre, this sought-after area has unrivalled proximity to shops, restaurants, parks, gyms, offices, and schools, and is perfect for the ultimate cosmopolitan lifestyle of comfort, style and convenience

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Kambah 88 Chirnside Circuit

Ideally located in the popular suburb of Kambah is this modernised threebedroom residence. Displaying a functional open plan living, dining and kitchen area with north-facing aspect, renovated kitchen with island breakfast bar and dishwasher complemented with a rear outdoor entertaining area and fully

landscaped gardens, this property provides ample opportunity for a relaxed lifestyle. This residence is perfect for first home buyers and young families alike, positioned within proximity to many of Tuggeranong’s most popular school catchments, shopping precincts, recreational facilities and more.

With extra features including gas heating and ducted evaporative cooling, fully landscaped gardens, and located close to local school catchments, public transport, shops and a playground, this home has everything you need and more.

Bonner 10/10 Charles Perkins Circuit

Stirling 157 Streeton Drive

If comfort and convenience are high on your property wish list, then you won't want to miss this gorgeous singlelevel, three-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse with an interior as bright and inviting as it is functional. Close to parks and schools, and currently rented until 22 August 2022 at $490.58 per week.

EER 6.0 Auction Thurs 11 Nov 5.30pm online View By appointment Agent Dario Beltrami Mob 0418 289 892 Agent Lou Baldan Mob 0403 604 888 Blackshaw Queanbeyan & Jerrabomberra 6297 0005

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2 1.0 Sat 23 Oct 12.45pm online By appointment Natalie Kokic Schmidt 0428 082 885 Jason Anasson 0423 821 138

McGrath North Canberra 6123 8000

This lovely three-bedroom home with a study has been totally modernised. The brand new kitchen features a stone bench-top and new appliances. The floor plan flows effortlessly, with a separate family room and northern views from the lounge and dining rooms. The double garage boasts a rear.

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46/1 Mouat Street Lyneham Situated in the stylish Axis complex and

• Practical two bedroom floorplan

gardens this two bedroom apartment

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surrounded by beautifully landscaped presents a perfect opportunity for

investors to reap a guaranteed $520/week until June next year with excellent tenants in situ.

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5 Krause Place Monash If you are looking for a spacious family home with multiple living areas your

search is over. 5 Krause Place, Monash is beautifully positioned in a quiet cul-desac close to Monash Primary School, Trinity Christian School and St Mary MacKillop College.

• Single level flat block • Quiet cul-de-sac • Sought after location • Tiled & timber flooring • Updated kitchen including dishwasher and five burner gas cooktop • Updated laundry with ample cupboard space

Auction Sat 30th Oct at 11:30am _______________________________________________ View Contact us for an appointment _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Curren 0424 288 717 Sally McCallum 0410 835 087 LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

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61 MUGGA WAY RED HILL

Enjoying the privileged pocket that is prestigious Mugga Way south of Canberra Grammar, and in the heart of Canberra's diplomatic residences, this former 1960s Swiss-style residence has been impressively redeveloped and reimagined by award winning, renowned architect Terry Ring and interior designer Sonja McAuliffe. Situated on an expansive 2081sqm parcel of land at the foot of Red Hill, its sophisticated style reflects that of a stately luxury resort. A substantial elevated rear terrace has stunning views to Mt Ainslie and overlooks a billabong-style swimming pool with waterfall feature, and magnificent mature gardens and lush green lawns. The large proportioned upper level and entertaining terrace connects beautifully with a spacious family room and kitchen via bi-fold full-height glass doors and uniforms with same premium quality tiled floors, offering seamless indoor-outdoor living. EER 3.0

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The Grange Deakin Located in one of Canberra’s oldest suburbs, The Grange Deakin retirement village offers you independent living in your own private home close to medical facilities and just 300m from the Deakin shops, home to an IGA supermarket, pharmacy, post office and coffee shops. All our homes exude warmth and charm while offering a practical downsizing alternative where you will gain all the delightful benefits of The Grange Deakin lifestyle including a dining room, indoor pool and spa, hairdresser, library, and

Homes starting from $569,000 We have a few selected homes, nestled along quiet landscaped streets. Each home at The Grange Deakin has their own individual floor plan and a dishwasher which comes with: •

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Located in Kambah and offering picturesque views, Marigal Gardens is introducing new apartment living within its established community and village gardens. The new apartments offer modern and spacious living with an abundance of natural light and views, most with Northerly aspects. Beyond the front door, residents can enjoy exclusive facilities for their health and wellbeing. There is a variety of social opportunities available, and residents can choose to be as social or private as they like.

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At Marigal Gardens you’ll get a brand new apartment and so much more including • Modern finishes with neutral colour schemes so you can add your own personal touch. • A wellness centre designed for your mind, body and soul featuring a pool and gymnasium. • New contract options providing you with greater choice. • Pet friendly. • Friendly staff and staff onsite 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

21 Snodgrass Crescent, Kambah ACT 2902 Live life your way

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• Generous open plan kitchen, living and dining room • Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher and dryer

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

• Modern bathroom • Built-ins in all bedrooms • Fresh paint and carpet throughout • Large outdoor entertaining area • 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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THE POD CANBERRA LUXURY SECONDARY RESIDENCES

Tomakin NSW 6 Barlings Drive

The current owners have created, in essence, your own private resort. Whether it’s swimming in the heated chemical-free Magna pool, having a game of tennis on the full-sized court, or relaxing in the games room, it’s all set out so the largest gathering can enjoy the privacy the 3.3-acre (1.37 Ha) block offers. Enquire now.

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$1.9 to $2.1 million By appointment Rob Routledge 0414 235 976

Your new secondary residence can be located in your backyard on a block larger than 500m2. Plans, DA & BA approvals, flooring, blinds, white goods and high-quality fixtures and fittings included.

LJ Hooker Batemans Bay 4472 6455

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69 Tallawang Avenue Malua Bay NSW Clifftop with room for all the toys This property boasts 1037sm and room at the front for a second house (STCA) It has amazing water and island views from the rear deck or inside the home. It also has a solid history in Air BnB, showing figures up to $50,000 in the past. So why not holiday today with a financial return. For holiday or permanent home needs in this new ‘work from home’ environment, this property is well worth consideration. Auction

Saturday 30th October 12:00pm - 12:30pm Onsite. There will be an option for online bidding for those who are unable to attend due to restrictions, Please contact us to arrange this.

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Saturday 23rd October 2:00pm - 2:30pm. Subject to NSW government regulations. Attendees must have proof of double vaccination.

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.

Price guide $1,400,000 Agent Rob Routledge 0414 235 976 69tallawangavenue-maluabay-nsw. ljhooker.com.au

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F OR S A LE RURAL ESCAPE, INCOMING PRODUCING

1818 BARWANG ROAD, YOUNG NSW 2594

$1,650,000 BOOROWA

HARDEN

• Located 15 minutes from Young, this beautiful and tastefully built five bedroom home has huge potential. • Situated on approx. 50 acres with 4 hectares fully irrigated and approx. 300 Shiraz, 50 years old vines remaining. • The rest of the vineyard is being converted to a Christmas tree farm. • The property is split into four paddocks. Front paddock with a large 15 MEG dam and a stock dam towards the rear of the farm. • The house boasts five spacious bedrooms, main with ensuite and walk-in robe. • Modern kitchen with large gas oven & stove top, range hood, dishwasher, walk in pantry, ample storage with dining area. • Main bathroom with shower, bath & storage. • Living area with R/C air-con and large s/c wood heater. • Large linen closet and storage • Two very reliable dams, fresh water tanks and also a functioning bore that feeds to the vineyard. • Two bay machinery/hay shed, large four car garage with workshop • Fully fenced (house & block) • Located 1.5 hours from Canberra, 4 hours to Sydney, this property is very well located. • There is potential to make a return off the land and the existing vines and also has the potential to be a bed and breakfast/farm stay accommodation.

Contact: Richard Fleming: 0458 797 193

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AUC T I ON EXPANSIVE RESIDENTIAL HOLDING - FULLY SERVICED 27 Dillon Street, Boorowa - set on the Southern edge of town is a vacant block of level residential land. An incredible opportunity for a buyer who is ready to get started on their new home. Set in a quiet location, this expansive 5,605sqm block is fenced with established trees and is connected to town services - water, sewer, gas and electricity. Features include: • Level block • Dwelling entitlement • Services connected • Close to local shops and Central School • Ready to build on A rare opportunity to secure a very appealing building block on the Southern edge of Boorowa.

AUCTION DETAILS Date: Saturday 30th October 2021 | Time: 9:30am Location: Onsite 27 Dillon Street, Boorowa NSW 2586 Justin Fleming - 0429 820 389 | Hayley Friend - 0450 505 651 PR OPER T Y SERVIC E S; RE A L E ST AT E AG E NT S· AU C T I O N EER S · P R O P ER T Y M A N AG EM E N T

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Expansive Agriculture Land - Boorowa, NSW

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542 hectares* (1342 acres) of granitebased land for agricultural production – livestock and cropping Undulating country with 40 paddocks, dual frontage to Cains Road and fencing in good condition. Excellent water – 24 dams, Narra Allen creek, solar powered bore and troughs. Mixture of native and improved pastures with excellent clover cover. Owner estimates carrying capacity of 3.5 to 4 dse/acre. Approx 323ha (800ac) of arable land. 2 Stand shearing shed, sheep yards, machinery shed, workshop, hay shed & cattleyards. Two bedroom old world homestead.

Expansive Agriculture Land - Boorowa, NSW

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539 hectares* (1331* acres) of granitebased land for agricultural production – livestock and cropping. Undulating country with 35 paddocks, fencing in good condition. Excellent water – 16 dams, Narra Allen creek, mains powered bore and troughs. Mixture of native and improved pastures with excellent clover cover. Owner estimates carrying capacity of 3.5 to 4 dse/acre. Approx 304ha (750 ac) of arable land. 4 stand shearing shed, sheep yards, machinery shed & workshop. Three bedroom homestead.

Comprehensive information memorandum available on request. EOI closing Friday 5 November 2021 @ 5pm AEST ‘Boona & Cains’. Adjoining properties. Interested parties can submit offers on each property separately or together.

Contact - Richard Fleming: 0458 797 193 | Justin Fleming: 0429 820 389

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COMPUTERS & IT

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meterboard/switchboard upgrades smoke detector service • installations

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GARDENING Removal of scrap cars

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MECHANICS

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WRITING HUT Fortunately, it survived the fires despite the proximity to the trees.

FAVOURITE TREE

Photo Nicola Bowery

This giant ribbon gum inspires every day.

My favourite things

Harry Laing

HEIRLOOM Antique silver bird from Burma (Myanmar). Inherited from a favourite Great Aunt.

Author

Harry Laing is a children’s author, comic performer and poet based in Braidwood NSW. He’s a well-known face in Canberra schools, where he loves teaching creative writing workshops and performing his poems for hundreds of kids. RapperBee – poems to give you a buzz! is his latest book (illustrated by the brilliant Anne Ryan). School carpets, sausages, bees – Harry reckons you can write a poem about anything. As a writer he’s particularly happy to be a role model for boys and is always thrilled with the response he gets from both boys and girls when he tours Canberra schools as one of the Chief Minister’s Reading Challenge Ambassadors. Harry lives on 115 acres near Braidwood beside Monga National Park and the Black Summer fires came far too close to his place. Fortunately, the buildings survived and the forest is recovering. He’s looking forward to getting off the Zoom screen and back into schools. 82

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FAMILY DOG Bon, our short-haired Border Collie.

RAPPERBEE CHARACTER RapperBee, the 3D version of the cover of my new book, made by the wonderful Denise.

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The zoo to yourself! 2 options - one of the toughest decisions that you will face!!

The zoo has to remain closed to the general public until 29 October, but Jamala Wildlife Lodge is open to Canberra residents. So here are 2 fantastic opportunities to virtually have the zoo to yourselves (just sharing with 200 animals, staff, security and a few other Jamala guests)!

1. Total Indulgence

Stay overnight and take the Jamala Indulgence Package! Possibly the only time that we will offer this - the zoo to yourselves, a tour PLUS one or more great face to face animal encounters included (like Meet-a-Cheetah, meerkats, rhino, giraffe, lion), FRESH lobster or Wagyu beef with the gourmet dinner and an even better wine list than normal!

This package will be available on the 22nd October.

2. Mere Extravagance Another stay overnight option - our nomal luxury included with a beautiful gourmet dinner, fine wines, a tour and breakfast and you STILL get the zoo to yourselves!! This package will be available on 23rd and 27th October. *Plus interstate guests if borders are re-opened. There are very limited opportunities

for each of these options - go quickly to our website: www.jamalawildlifelodge.com.au for more details.

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