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contents 08 From the editor Two people I know who have shared a close relationship for almost 50 years have seemingly had a falling out over unkind words one said to the other during a stressful situation. For their sakes, I’m hopeful the relationship can be repaired. Even good people can say unkind things – it’s not nice, we don’t like it, but most of us have at some time either uttered unkind words or been subjected to them, or both. Perhaps they hit harder when they ring true. It might be easier said than done, but I’ve learned it helps our own wellbeing if we can find it in our hearts to put hurt feelings or anger behind us and turn the page. One adage I’ve been trying to live by is this: “Before you speak (write, email or post), ask yourself if what you are going to say is true, is kind, is necessary, is helpful. If the answer is no, maybe what you are about to say should be left unsaid.” Wise words that won’t come back to bite you! Reasons to be grateful this past week include a relaxing, indulgent staycation at A by Adina at Constitution Place, opening night of The Wharf Revue: A Can of Worms at Canberra Theatre, further easing of pandemic restrictions, a spot of retail shopping in store, and new season mangoes.

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New businesses revitalising Mitchell precinct

Just four years ago, Canberra’s northside industrial hub, Mitchell, was in a tough spot. Many months of light rail construction along Flemington Road rendered the precinct practically inaccessible and saw longstanding businesses experience revenue drops exceeding 80 per cent. Four years on and Mitchell’s recovery is well under way; a shiny new light rail stop at the Sanford Street intersection embodies the suburb’s changing fortunes. As a result, new businesses are popping up,

Owner of Alexander’s Original Barbershop, Alexander Mantari, said the lack of competition in a growing region inspired his move to Mitchell. Photo: Denholm Samaras.

attracted to affordable rents and the suburb’s central North Canberra location. Bigger employers that have since established include Canberra Metro’s light rail depot and drone delivery service Wing, while a host of small businesses have also moved in. After spending two years cutting hair at a Civic barbershop, Italian-born barber Alexander Mantari took a bet on himself in late 2020 and set up Alexander’s Original Barbershop. Mr Mantari told Canberra Weekly he was inspired to go to Mitchell due to a lack of competition in a growing region. “Mitchell is growing, a lot of people want to move in here now because of the proximity to the suburbs,” he said. Initially bringing over some clients from Civic, he has since become known in Mitchell and now caters to a lot of the tradies working in the area. Having been opened for less than 12 months and earning less than $75,000 a year rendered Mr Mantari’s business ineligible for COVID-19 business support during the recent ACT lockdown. That put him in a bind with rent to pay on the commercial unit he operates out of, in addition to personal expenses outside of work.

“It just emptied my bank account,” he said, “I couldn’t sleep.” Since reopening, business has slowly been building back up. “Canberra has been good to me,” Mr Mantari said. “It’s been rough, though; another lockdown and I’d close the shop.” VR escape room business Metaphysica was established in Mitchell mid-2020, the founders attracted to the precinct because they could secure a decent amount of floorspace in a central location for modest rent. “The rent for this place is pretty great,” lead programmer Stephen Shorrock said. “The other thing we had to find was somewhere we could put in these two rooms … We had to set all this up and we needed an empty space to do it.” Artist and animator Jack Erskine said being in VR has worked relatively well for them during the pandemic. “Something we got really lucky with was that as far as the activities you can go out and do, we’re pretty COVID-safe,” he said. Read an extended version of this story at canberraweekly.com.au - Denholm Samaras

Bullying still a problem in ACT public health services Although the ACT Government has laid “strong foundations” to reform the workplace culture of the Territory’s public health services, bullying and harassment remain problems, according to a report released last week. In 2019, an Independent Review revealed that the ACT’s public health services – the ACT Health Directorate, Canberra Health Services (CHS), and Calvary Public Hospital Bruce – were plagued by inappropriate conduct; inefficient procedures and processes; and inadequate training in dealing with those inappropriate workplace practices, among other problems. It made 20 recommendations to improve the public health system. So far, eight of those recommendations were completed, and good progress was being made on the remaining 12, ACT Health Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith recently stated. Last week’s Second Independent Annual Review, Culture in the ACT Public Health System, commended the government and health services, but said more needed to be done. Training programs encouraged staff to speak up, for instance, and complaints procedures addressing poor behaviour were improved. 8

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However, bullying and harassment of staff and junior doctors remained, the Review found. “Most staff feedback, particularly in CHS, reflects a view that little has changed.” A survey showed that fewer CHS workers felt a strong sense of purpose and direction, or a climate of trust and respect, since 2019; in fact, the proportion of staff who would recommend CHS as a good place to work had declined. The ACT branch of the Australian Medical Association said the Review marked a frustrating and disappointing stage in the process to improve workplace culture in ACT public hospitals. “When we started the process of improving workplace culture two years ago, AMA ACT held high hopes that we could achieve real and sustainable change,” said Professor Walter Abhayaratna, president. “That hasn’t yet proved to be the case. “While I know that many people have tried hard to improve our workplaces as part of the Culture Review, the latest Annual Review shows that even the limited improvements have been offset by backsliding in other areas.” Professor Abhayaratna acknowledged Ms Stephen-Smith and the three public health

services’ efforts in trying to move things forward. “I just wish we had more encouraging news to report.” CHS CEO Dave Peffer said his organisation would focus on fostering a positive workplace culture. Ms Stephen-Smith acknowledged there was still a lot of work to do. “We know that improving culture is not something that happens overnight, and I am pleased that the annual review confirms we have built strong foundations for system-wide reform,” she said. Funding for the Culture Review will end in June. In the program’s final year, Ms StephenSmith said, the government will make culture improvement part of normal business. “Completing the 20 recommendations is not the end of the culture reform journey.” “There’s a feeling that things are coming to an end,” Professor Abhayaratna said. “While other work continues, it now seems sensible to consider what happens beyond the next 12 months, and how we take the reform process beyond that timeframe.” - Nick Fuller

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At this year’s Canberra Women in Business Awards, two women were crowned Canberra Business Woman of the Year, while one woman took out two titles on the same night. Wiradjuri businesswoman, Melissa Lacey, won both the Indigenous and Innovation categories for her enterprise, Point River Networks. “Winning these awards demonstrates that in our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, women are strong leaders and entrepreneurs, engaging with and controlling our destiny,” Ms Lacey said.

Wiradjuri businesswoman, Melissa Lacey, secured a double win at the 2021 Rubik3 Canberra Women in Business Awards.

Point River Network is a consulting organisation with a focus on providing opportunities for women and Indigenous people in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector. She and Sally Cumper, friend and cofounder, formed the idea during the long chats that followed their regular lake runs. The two mums built an enterprise based on their individual strengths. “Sally was confident in her ICT skills, and I wanted to bring my accounting and management skills developed over years of working in the public service and the private sector.” They researched opportunities offered by the Federal Government, like the Indigenous Procurement Policy, which is designed to significantly increase the rate of purchasing from Indigenous enterprises. Now Point River Networks continues to Close the Gap, and Ms Lacey hopes to inspire young Indigenous women to be confident and start their own businesses. “Indigenous women have a particularly important role to play in commerce, starting and growing a business, bringing unique perspectives – and forging pathways for their daughters, sisters,

aunties, and mothers to follow,” she said. Ms Lacey’s family has been in Canberra since the 1970s, when her mother moved here after securing an Indigenous Placement position at the National Library of Australia. “Growing up in Canberra has shaped who I am and my future. I’ve enjoyed how connected and supportive the Canberra business community is,” she said. “I hope Canberra fulfills its opportunity as the Capital of Australia, building diversity and ensuring representation encourages a prosperous, inclusive and secure Australian community.” Ms Lacey shared her advice for Indigenous girls who want to follow in her footsteps. “If you have an idea that you’re passionate about, write it down. Our mob has always had a strong and vibrant culture, and we have a wealth of ideas to draw upon. “Find mentors, teachers or leaders who can empower you and support your journey. There are lots of opportunities in Canberra, keep your eyes open. “Be resilient and tenacious – learn, grow and accept challenges as they arise.” - Anja de Rosario

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which was not, however, particularly well paid. There are many first home buyers in worse positions than them. What on earth happens if rates rise from about two per cent to four or five? What can and should the ACT government do? Part of the problem is the time it takes to get new developments up and running. Industry people tell me four to six different officials must have their say and often buck pass or blame others for not making a decision. Someone needs to take charge and say “the buck stops here”. This would speed up the process and save costs. Significant delays and cost increases have occurred in several new developments as a result of too many officials all having a say with none taking responsibility. Also, the ACT still has a fair amount of land it can release for greenfield sites for standalone dwellings. Kowen Forest and the land west of the Murrumbidgee spring to mind. Going across the border with joint ventures with NSW will also help.

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Controlled land releases have a great effect on prices. Restricting land release sends the price skyrocketing, while releasing too much depresses prices. The Cabinet needs to find the balance and basically get it right (give or take 200 to 300 blocks) with each year’s land release program. First home buyers should also buy what they can afford. They should buy a basic twobedroom unit, townhouse, or rundown house and then, when they can afford it, upgrade to a bigger property. I know many older Canberrans on average wages successfully did this. They spent within their means. These few suggestions might help address what is also an Australia-wide issue. 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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Local 2021 grass pollen season already worst on record

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Canberra pollen expert, ANU Professor Simon Haberle, says this year’s grass pollen season is the worst he has seen in the decade spent monitoring local levels. The man behind the Canberra Pollen Count and Forecast app and website, Professor Haberle has seen daily grass pollen level records smashed, along with the numbers of days that grass pollen exceeds 100 grains per cubic metre – the metric by which an ‘extreme’ pollen day is determined. The record daily pollen level has been broken twice this season, once on 29 October and then again on 7 November when the count exceeded 492 grass pollen greens per cubic metre – more than 2.5

This year’s grass pollen season is the worst on record.

times the previous record! Ten extreme pollen days have been recorded, exceeding last season’s record of seven. The average over the past decade is two extreme days per season. “This is something we haven’t really seen before in our records,” Professor Haberle told Canberra Weekly. After a slow start to the season, grass pollen counts have increased dramatically since the last week of October. Late October through November typically marks the peak period of the broader grass pollen season, which begins in early October and runs through to the end of January. “We’re still not even halfway through the peak of the grass season; I’m anticipating this will continue through November,” he said. In August, the pollen expert predicted a rough season ahead due to above-average rainfall over winter, and it appears his forecast has come true beyond what he could have imagined. “Winter rainfall is one of the key factors that drives a very productive spring season,”

Professor Haberle said. “Soil moisture levels are high, precipitation and then temperatures begin to rise in spring and with all of those factors coming together, you should have a very productive plant growth season.” A palynologist, or expert in the field of pollen analysis, Professor Haberle’s primary area of research is using pollen to look at environmental change through time in archaeology and paleoecology. He started Canberra Pollen approximately a decade ago as a way of broadening research capacity at the ANU. “We have wonderful laboratories and the best collection in the southern hemisphere of pollen grains from different species,” he said. “Hopefully, people benefit from this kind of research for their daily health and wellbeing.” Professor Haberle regularly receives positive feedback in response to the updates and information he shares. “People do respond very positively, so it’s a good way to show that the research is having a positive impact.” - Denholm Samaras

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Light rail vehicles to be Ten-year plan for the Bush Capital’s nature reserves checked for cracking The ACT Government is checking Canberra’s light rail vehicles (LRVs) for cracks after the recent immobilisation of Sydney’s fleet. It was recently announced the NSW Inner West Light Rail line would be decommissioned for 18 months because of cracking in the wheel arches. The CAF Urbos 3 LRVs are the same used in the ACT, although Sydney’s are four or five years older. Liberal MLA Mark Parton, the Shadow Transport Minister, noted that concerns with the CAF vehicles went back to 2014, several years before the ACT Government purchased them. (Light rail fleets had cracked in Belgrade, Birmingham, and Besançon, he pointed out earlier last week.)

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Mr Parton called for the ACT Government to report back to the Assembly on the risks for the LRV fleet by early 2022, and to advise on its contingency planning. ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel said no issues had been identified, but he would report back by the end of the year – earlier than Mr Parton had proposed. Canberra Metro, the operator and maintainer of the ACT light rail line, had inspected its fleet of 14 CAF Urbos 3 LRVs following reports of problems with Sydney’s fleet, Mr Steel said. “This has not detected any cracking to date,” he said. Nor were any issues found in Newcastle’s fleet, which also used CAF Urbos 3 vehicles.

Canberra is truly ‘the Bush Capital’: almost half of all Canberrans live within 500 metres of a nature reserve, and more than a quarter live within 100 metres. The ACT Government’s Canberra Nature Park Reserve Management Plan, published this week, will protect native habitat and endangered species, and ensure Canberrans can recreate in “these iconic reserves”, said Mick Gentleman, ACT Minister for Planning and Land Management. Canberra Nature Park covers 11,400 hectares, and is home to threatened plants and endangered moths and reptiles. During the ACT COVID-19 lockdowns, Canberra Nature Park had its highest recorded level of visitation, as fitness centres were shut, and people escaped their homes

to relax in nature. The ACT Government sees Canberra Nature Park as “a wellbeing hub for the people of Canberra”, and this is the first Management Plan to incorporate the ACT Wellbeing Framework. In normal times, the reserves are popular with walkers, runners, mountain bike riders, and dog walkers, but under new best practice codes, humans and their animals must stick to designated tracks and trails. Drone use will also be prohibited within the Park, as in the Territory’s other parks and reserves. The Management Plan also sets out policies to control weeds and pest animals (rabbits, foxes, cats, Indian mynas, European wasps), and to stop inappropriate fires.

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Have a very merry cherry season at the Capital Region Farmers Market After what has been a very challenging few months for everyone, Capital Region Farmers Market is happy to welcome back interstate farmers, growers and producers who were impacted by border closures and associated Covid-19 restrictions. And what better way for them to be welcomed back than for the launch of the 2021 cherry season. “Saturday marks the start of our cherry season. Our region is fortunate to be near some of the greatest cherry-growing districts in Australia, and our cherry growers – Hill Lock Orchard, Drive In Orchards and Torry Hill Orchards – will have the most delicious cherries on offer from Saturday, and Thornbook Orchard and Willayoung Orchard in the weeks to follow,” said Capital Region Farmers Market Manager, Sarah Power. “Our customers have the chance to win the first boxes of cherries of the season. We have 15 boxes on offer for our Market friends to win. And we invite you all to come in and buy your cherries from local region growers. They don’t come any tastier!” Sarah smiled. Market stallholders will also have a range of fresh cherry products on offer. Thornbrook Orchards

will have cherry jam and cherry sauce, Claystone Meats will be creating cherry sausages as well as a rolled cherry stuffed lamb and beef roast, and Sweet Ama’lia will have sour cherry jam tarts, made with jam from Thornbrook Orchards. “We also want to thank the local community for supporting our farmers, growers and producers over the past few months. The impacts were far-reaching and your support has meant so much. We continue to operate as a safe open-air Market, with Covid safety as a high priority, and hope you can join us in welcoming back your favourite stallholders, trying something different from our new stallholders, stocking up for your Christmas produce and, of course, getting stuck into the cherries,” Sarah said. You can win one of 15 boxes of cherries from the Capital Region Farmers Market growers. There are two ways to enter – either online at www.capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au or go into the draw in person at the Market on Saturday 20 November at EPIC. For more information, visit www.capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au

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Police disappointed bail laws reform rejected

The ACT Government last week rejected the Canberra Liberals’ call to reform the Territory’s bail laws (Bail Act 1992), arguing it mischaracterised the bail system and violated human rights. Jeremy Hanson, Shadow Minister for Police, wanted to remove the presumption that people accused of assaulting frontline community service providers (police, ambulance, emergency workers) automatically got bail – a change to the laws he first asked for in 2012. Mr Hanson introduced his bill on behalf of the Australian Federal Police Association (AFPA). In recent months, the AFPA noted, four ACT Policing officers were hospitalised due to assaults. Mr Hanson explained his reform was designed to keep frontline community workers safe. Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury said he could not in good conscience support Mr Hanson’s bill. “This bill is unlikely to achieve its goals of promoting safety, and

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is likely to cause significant harm to welfare of individuals, to erode the integrity of the justice system, and to marginalise some of the most vulnerable members of our community.” Earlier that day, Mr Hanson called the lack of government support “bitterly disappointing” and promised the Liberals would continue to fight for this reform. “It’s almost like we have no consideration; we’re not important,” said former police officer Jason Taylor, who left the force with PTSD after he was assaulted last year. Mr Taylor said he did not want any of his former colleagues to go through what he had experienced over the last two years. The AFPA questioned the Attorney-General’s reasoning for not supporting the Canberra Liberals’ bill, and expected supporting evidence to be made available, president Alex Caruana said. - Nick Fuller Find an extended version of this story, and more, at canberraweekly.com.au

to the editor Stefaniak denying climate science No, Bill Stefaniak, it is not okay to dismiss Greta Thunberg as ‘troubled’ (CW 11 November 2021, p8). Anger is a rational response to the unfolding disaster of climate change. The courageous and eloquent Ms Thunberg has articulated the concerns of millions, carefully heeding the science.

What is troubling, indeed unconscionable, is the inadequate responses by governments across the world. By also opposing proportionate action on climate change, Mr Stefaniak is implicitly denying scientific projections as to the catastrophic consequences of our current path. Mr Stefaniak should make clear his denial of the science, rather than continue his dissembling. - J. Miller, Curtin

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Olympic and Paralympic Gold medallists, an AFL footballer, NBA basketballer, and a women’s orienteering team are amongst the finalists in the running for the CBR Sport Awards 2021. Representing a broad crosssection of Canberra’s elite athletes, the annual awards celebrate our local sporting talent.

‘Really strong’ AFL pedigree in Canberra

Raised in Canberra, Giants midfielder Tom Green told Canberra Weekly he felt “very privileged” to be acknowledged by his hometown with a nomination for the CBR Sport Awards 2021 Rising Star. Green has been nominated in his category alongside cyclist Cameron Rogers, rower Madeline Vagg, and basketballer Jade Melbourne. Honing his craft as a teenager

in the Giants Academy, Green said the program has helped support the substantial growth of Australian Rules Football in the capital. “The Giants Academy was fantastic for me and I think the Giants Academy is fantastic for football in Canberra as well because they’ve really helped to grow the game,” he said. “There’s some really strong football pedigree here. It’s only going to grow as the game continues to get bigger, we get more kids into the sport, male and female.” After being drafted at pick 10 by the Giants in 2019, Green made his AFL debut in round one 2020 and played six games in his first season. The next season he played 18 games including his first final, and was acknowledged with the 2021 Kevin Sheedy Medal, the Giants’ rising

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Paralympic champion Vanessa Low said Canberra’s eased restrictions in the lead up to the Games helped her preparation.

Tom Green said the Giants Academy was “fantastic” for him as a young footballer in Canberra.

star award. “There’s still certainly some things I’d like to improve on and learn on, but overall, I was pretty happy with my second year,” he said. Looking ahead to season 2022, Green is confident he’ll be ready for round one, healing well after fracturing his left arm in his last game of the season, the elimination final win over Sydney. “I can hopefully contribute to winning football, taking us further into the finals and I’d love to win a flag next year.”

“We didn’t go through lockdowns much or had many restrictions to our training, so we were really lucky,” she said. “We were definitely still in a bit of a bubble here and got spared.” While the experience on the ground in Tokyo was a bit isolating, Low said it was a “great privilege” to have her husband, fellow Australian Paralympic athlete Scott Reardon, by her side at Tokyo. “Not many people had that, but at the same time all of us were just happy to have the Games to be honest,” she said. Being her third Games, Low felt prepared knowing conditions are never perfect on the big stage. “I already understood it was never going to be perfect, it’s never going to be the most perfect conditions; there’s always going to be something,” she said. The 2021 CBR Sport Awards ceremony will once again be a virtual event, to be held on Thursday 2 December 5.30pm; register via cbrsportawards.com.au.

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Paralympic gold medallist Vanessa Low said it was a “privilege” to receive a nomination for CBR Sport Awards 2021 Para Sport Athlete of the Year, especially in a Games year. She was nominated for the award alongside rower Nikki Ayers and track athlete James Turner. Having taken home the gold medal for long jump – T63, Low said Canberra’s eased restrictions in the lead up to the Games made her preparation much easier than it would have been elsewhere.

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Over the past few months, Canberra has welcomed scores of new refugees who have faced the most demanding challenges, leaving their lives behind amid a global pandemic. Humanitarian support organisations work around the clock to ensure these deserving new Canberrans receive the essential items required to set off on the right foot. Without access to items that once were these individuals’ passions and livelihoods can significantly impact their mental and fi nancial wellbeing. That is why one organisation is reaching out to generous Canberrans to source embroidery hoops and fabrics for a highly gifted embroiderer who had a flourishing business in her country of origin. Having access to embroidery hoops and fabric can reignite this woman’s passion and hopefully lead to a source of income and security. To donate, visit givit.org.au/whats-needed, search category ‘Sewing and Needlework’, location ‘ACT’. After you pledge the item, you will be contacted by the relevant organisation to arrange pick-up, post or drop-off.

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The Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) runs weekly online sessions to give breastfeeding support and information to families before their baby is born. Breastfeeding Education Live (BEL) interactive webinars are led by qualified breastfeeding educators. They cover topics like how to position and attach your baby to the breast, read your baby’s feeding cues, and the signs that your baby is getting enough milk. There is also information on resources and support for when your baby arrives. BELs are held on weekends and some weeknights. Registration is through the ABA website. Sessions cost $20 for ABA members and $125 for non-members. Thanks to COVID-19 recovery funding from the ACT Government, the Canberra group has a limited number of free membership/BEL packages for local expectant parents who have found it difficult to access antenatal breastfeeding education due to pandemic restrictions. Find more information at breastfeeding.asn.au or visit surveymonkey.com/r/FREECBRBEL to express your interest.

Bold Bandannas charity stall Relay for Life Team, the Bold Bandannas, will hold a charity stall at Belconnen Fresh Food Markets this weekend 20-21 November 8am5pm. There will be homemade jams, pickles, chutney, lemon butter, sugar reduced preserves; a range of handmade items including knee rugs, children’s dress-up clothes, knitted dolls’ clothes, crocheted hand towels, knitted and lace coat hangers, patchwork cot quilt; plants and worm juice for plants; some bric-a-brac; and exclusive copies of children’s book, Who Took the Egg? More info: call Jan on 6231 0761. canberraweekly.com.au

‘Grumpy Me, Grumpy Knee’ talk Arthritis Pain Support invites you to a free online talk on Thursday 25 November 5-6pm. Physiotherapist Ross Docherty will discuss the role of biopsychosocial factors and how they relate to pain and dysfunction in osteoarthritis. The talk will be broader than knees. Topics include an upto-date understanding of pain, how it works, how different factors play a role in pain and how this knowledge can help us. Register at 6251 2055 or info@arthritisact.org.au

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Red Dove’s last preloved clothing sale for the year is on 25, 26, 27 November at Tuggeranong Uniting Church, Comrie Street, Wanniassa. An auditorium full of summer stock, women’s two for the price of one deals, women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, jewellery, linen, books, DVDs and bric-abrac. Regulars and new shoppers welcome. Reduce, renew, recycle and help save our environment.

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Vinnies Christmas Appeal With high job losses, reduction in government pandemic support, and worsening housing affordability, this festive period will be one of the toughest yet for many people in our region. Vinnies Christmas Appeal is aiming to raise $275,000 in the Canberra/Goulburn region to support families in need. Last Christmas, Vinnies Canberra/ Goulburn provided $419,450 worth of support through financial assistance, 2,040 food hampers and gifts for children and adults. Donations to the Vinnies Christmas Appeal 2021 can be made at vinnies.org.au, by phoning 13 18 12, or at your local Vinnies shop.

Prostate cancer support program A new nationwide program has been launched for men newly diagnosed with prostate cancer, and could help to reduce higher risks of suicide related to the disease. Around 18,000 men diagnosed with prostate cancer each year will be able to access the free program, provided by Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA). Known as MatesCONNECT, the program will connect newly diagnosed men with trained volunteers who have been through the disease, via phone, in an effort to provide more accessible support services. PCFA currently has 12 MatesCONNECT volunteers around the country, each with different treatment and side-effect experiences, who will be matched with men via the phone based on their treatment pathways and any side-effects. More info: call 1800 22 00 99 or visit www.pcfa.org.au.

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Cooking with the kids What makes a kid-friendly meal? Chocolate? Easypeasy recipe? Maybe a bit of arts and craft? Check, check, and check! Here’s a breakfast + lunch guide specially made for parents with little eaters.

Salmon + spinach hand pies Makes 4 small pies 150g spinach, washed Plain flour, for dusting 500g block of puff pastry, remove it from the fridge 20 minutes before needed Grated zest of 1 lemon 150g cream cheese 1 Tbsp finely chopped chives Salt and pepper 350g skinless salmon fillet, cut into 4cm cubes 1 egg, beaten

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Chocolate, pear + oat breakfast traybake Serves 3 (One adult + two small kids)

Preheat the oven to 220°C.

2 x 410g tins of pear halves (in natural juice), drained

Put half the tinned pear halves in a blender along with the eggs, cinnamon, cocoa powder, yoghurt and maple syrup and blend until smooth and combined.

2 small eggs 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 Tbsp cocoa powder 150g Greek or natural yoghurt, plus extra to serve 2 Tbsp maple syrup 130g porridge oats

1 Tbsp nigella seeds – optional Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with baking paper. Put the washed spinach in a microwaveable bowl, cover and zap on high for 2 minutes or until well wilted, or wilt it in a dry pan. Place the spinach in a sieve and press it with a spoon to remove as much water as possible. Roughly chop and leave to cool a little. Dust a clean work surface with a little flour and roll out the pastry into a large square about the thickness of a coin. Cut the square of puff pastry into quarters to form 4 smaller squares. Mix the cooled spinach in a bowl with the lemon zest, cream cheese and chives, and season with a little salt and pepper.

Mix the blended pear mixture with the oats and pour into a small baking dish roughly 23 x 17cm. Arrange the remaining pear halves in the dish, pushing them down into the mixture.

Place the 4 squares of pastry on the lined tray and divide the cream cheese mixture and cubed salmon between the 4 squares of pastry, placing it towards the edge of one corner of each of the squares. (Here’s where you can get the kids involved by making their own pastries and filling them.)

Dot with the chocolate and hazelnut spread and bake in the oven for 20 minutes, or until set.

Use a pastry brush to brush the beaten egg around the edge of the pastry and then fold the opposite corner of pastry over the filling to form a triangular shape. Press the edges together with a fork and brush the tops with more egg wash.

4 tsp sugar-free hazelnut and chocolate spread

Remove from the oven, sprinkle with the chopped hazelnuts, and serve with a dollop of extra yoghurt on the side.

Handful of chopped, toasted hazelnuts, to serve

And voila! A kid-friendly brekkie that only takes five minutes of prep, then bung it in the oven.

Sprinkle the tops of the pies with the seeds (if using) then bake in the oven for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oven, let them cool a little (so the pies aren’t too hot for little hands) and serve.

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Which markets are back in business? Buh-bye lockdown! Take a nice long break, it’s on us. While the Old Bus Depot Markets sadly remain shut, others have been ready and buzzing to get back to business. Other than the Fyshwick and Belconnen fresh food markets (which have remained open throughout lockdown), here are the Canberra markets you can look forward to returning to in the coming weeks.

Capital Region Farmers Markets Saturdays 7-11.30am EPIC, Flemington Rd, Mitchell They’re welcoming back interstate farmers and growers, who bring with them the launch of this year’s cherry season this Saturday, 20 November. Marketgoers can look forward to cherry jam, cherry sauce, cherry sausages and rolled cherry stuffed lamb by Claystone Meats, as well as Sweet Amilia’s sour cherry jam tarts, made with jam straight from the orchards. Canberrans are cordially invited to stuff their cheeks with festive spirit.

Southside Farmers Market Sundays 8-11.30am Canberra College, 2 Launceston St, Phillip After taking a two-week pause in August, Southside Farmers Market is back and has you covered for fresh spring produce. Wayne Skein, friendly market owner and apple farmer from Batlow, says the vendors are enjoying the markets coming back to life. “We’ve got music, busking, it’s a great place to meet up with your friends, enjoy a coffee and a breakfast of beautiful artisan breads and pastries.” Enjoy shopping for farm-fresh produce.

Haig Park Village Markets Sundays 9am-2pm Haig Park, Braddon The fellas at Haig Markets are determined to run rain, hail, or shine – even opening for click and

collect in the park during lockdown. Now they welcome you and your picnic rug back, “there is no better way to spend your Sunday!” One vendor you can look forward to seeing is Nat from the Happy Uterus, who’s selling her game changing, endo-friendly products on 5 and 19 December.

Canberra Kids Market Sunday 28 November 10am-3pm Fitters Workshop, Printers Way, Kingston The official Canberra Markets are back too, including the marketplace designated to quality kids’ items for your zero to 12-year-old. Phew, just in time for Christmas. You can find clothes, toys, baby care, prams, cots, strollers, bassinettes, car seats, and more. They also sell party supplies, for your upcoming holiday celebrations.

Kangara Waters Christmas Market Saturday 4 December 8am-1pm Kangara Waters Retirement Village, 2 Joy Cummings Place, Belconnen This is a special sort of Christmas market, entirely stocked with handmade goods by the retirees of Kangara Waters. Resident baker, Margaret was beaming with excitement to see marketgoers again, after taking a break last year due to Covid restrictions. “Because of lockdown, we’ve had plenty of time to make lovely things!” You can be sure to fi nd unique handmade gifts, like

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hand-painted porcelain art, knitted baby blankets, Japanese Christmas cards and artwork, jewellery, bags, homemade cakes, and other Christmas treats. Bring your coin purse, this market is cash sales only.

Canberra Fashion Market Sunday 19 December 10am-3pm Fitters Workshop, Printers Way, Kingston Or as it is now known, the

Canberra Fashion, Food, and Wine Market. Newly homed and just as attractive (to us at least), frequenters of this market have uncovered absolute treasures, from the likes of Dior, Armani, and Jimmy Choo. For 20 years now, the Canberra Fashion Market has been a vehicle for sustainable fashion, recycling quality, stylish clothing that is too good to bin. - Anja de Rozario

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cover story Celebrating Christmas on the lawns of Government House, Yarralumla, the CSO Summer Prom will be as much a boon to the spirits of the musicians as it will their audience. Photo: Martin Ollman.

Vocalist Rachael Thoms is excited to perform alongside the Canberra Symphony Orchestra for the first time at the CSO Summer Prom. Photo: Kyle Manning.

CSO Summer Prom to be a sound for sore ears When the Canberra Symphony Orchestra graces the grounds of Government House on Saturday 4 December for the annual CSO Summer Prom concert, it will be a sight for sore eyes and a sound for sore ears. The occasion will mark the Orchestra’s return to the stage since CSO at the Cinema of 7 August, after which they were forced to abandon their spring programming in September due to the ACT’s extended lockdown. Celebrating Christmas in the spirit of family and community, the CSO Summer Prom will be as much a boon to the spirits of the musicians as it will their audience. “It’s not just the performers, the community needs it, too,” Canberra vocalist Rachael Thoms said. Thoms will accompany the Orchestra on the evening for several Christmas standards and “a few surprises”. “It’s a celebration of Christmas so 30

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there’ll be tunes that everyone young and old are familiar with,” she said. The dynamic program will feature cherished classics by Mozart, Dvořák, Johann Strauss and Vaughan Williams, alongside numbers like Drummer Boy, Joy to the World and White Christmas – all conducted by Graham Abbott. Having formally trained as both a classical and jazz vocalist, Thoms said her varied background is analogous to what the Orchestra will perform on the night. “It’s really nice to be able to put those different things together,” she said, “the fact that an orchestra can cross over to play different types of repertoires just as a voice can be flexible.” Based in Canberra since 2008 when she moved here to study jazz vocals at the ANU, this CSO Summer Prom will mark the first time Thoms has performed with the Orchestra. “It is a very different experience to have a human voice and then a

whole stack of instruments behind that. I’m looking forward to the rush of that for sure,” she said. “Since the spirit of this event is very much about family and community, I see myself as less of a feature soloist and more of somebody to lead the crowd and unite people.” Concertmaster Kirsten Williams told Canberra Weekly she’s “absolutely thrilled” the CSO Summer Prom can go ahead, allowing the Orchestra back on stage in front of their “beloved Canberra audience”. “Being behind closed doors on our own isn’t the same as being on stage making music together,” she said. “What we love most of all is to actually play a live concert. “To not be able to play, rehearse, and see each other, and for all of our performances to be cancelled, we felt it.” Williams praised the Orchestra’s management team, board and Aspen

Medical for remaining at hard work while performances were on hold to ensure the Summer Prom could go ahead in the shape it is now. “They’re incredibly supportive of us musicians,” she said. “When the music stopped, everything else was still going ahead behind the scenes.” The concert was almost sold out prior to the easing of ACT public health restrictions on 12 November which allowed the CSO to double capacity for the outdoor event to 2,000. Despite this, Williams warned there is no room for complacency as the additional tickets will be snapped up quickly. “We don’t want anybody to miss out now we’ve got more tickets available,” she said. “People should really prebook not to miss out.” The CSO Summer Prom concert will be held at Government House, Yarralumla, Saturday 4 December from 6pm; cso.org.au - Denholm Samaras

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Artist Jenny Blake at work in her studio. Jenny’s work is featured in the GX Art Trail.

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Take your last chance to see Ginninderry’s GX Art Trail Canberrans are encouraged to get out and see Ginninderry’s innovative GX Art Trail before it packs up on 12 December after more than two years of delighting visitors and residents. Since September 2019, the marvellously integrated arts installation program has seen 50 locally made Canberra artworks decorate 15 display homes throughout Ginninderry’s GX display village. Dubbed ‘the gallery that’s not a gallery’, the concept behind the program is to lead viewers on a journey between display homes as they tour the village, simultaneously taking in Ginninderry’s public art and natural spaces. Ginninderry Arts Advisor, Tom Gray, said the GX Art Trail both showcases local artists while highlighting the relationship between the development and Canberra’s arts community more broadly. “We have the opportunity to bring together these artists and show them together in a different way,” he said. “We also want to demonstrate that the home can be a place for interesting, original, contemporary art.”

Ginninderry’s strong ties to Canberra’s arts community exists through their many public art initiatives and their longstanding involvement with neighbouring Strathnairn Arts Association. “It aligns with Ginninderry’s vision as a community that has depth and that engagement with the arts,” Mr Gray said. The artworks on display include paintings, digital prints, photography ceramics, and sculpture from local artists such as Jenny Blake, Valentyna Crane, Jennifer Kemarre Martiniello, and Paul Summerfield. A key objective of the GX Art Trail has been to make the experience as valuable as possible for the artists. This has been accomplished through the sale of over $19,000 worth of art during the two years of the program. QR codes and labels clearly identifying the artists at each turn help prospective buyers pick out their favourite works. “We think that’s a key priority because these artists really need that aspect of exhibiting, to bring sales through and to showcase their works as well,” Mr Gray said.

“They’ve contributed so much in terms of providing their artworks in these houses.” The GX Art Trail features works at a range of price points – from modestly priced artworks at $200 through to larger pieces priced at $3,600. “This is an opportunity for people who might not necessarily put it on their itinerary to go to an art gallery,” Mr Gray said. While you’re at Ginninderry, art lovers can also pop into The Link Art Space where the Trailhead exhibition features other works by many of the artists involved in the GX Arts Trail. The exhibition celebrates both the idea of the GX Arts Trail and the newly minted walking trail from The Link to Shepherds Lookout, also accessible via Stockdill Drive. The GX Art Trail at Ginninderry is on show every Friday to Sunday until 12 December; visit ginninderry.com for more information.

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Abbey takes the plunge at Canberra Aqua Park Fun lovers of all ages are invited to put their Wipeout adventure skills to the test as the Canberra Aqua Park at Lake Burley

Canberra Weekly journalist, Abbey Halter, had a great time at the Canberra Aqua Park, proving it’s not just for kids to enjoy. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

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Griffin has reopened for summer. Filled to the brim with summer lovin’ activities, grab your togs and have a ball on the giant inflatables, balance on a paddle board, or be tossed into the air by the brand-new jumping pillow – there’s heaps of fun for all. Canberra Weekly’s own intrepid journalist, Abbey Halter, went along to check out the Park and spent the afternoon reliving her childhood on the epic inflatables and enjoying a pleasant paddle around the Lake. “The water was so lovely to swim in, and the Park was so much fun! I had a great time on the stand-up paddle boards, but my favourite was definitely the inflatables,” Abbey said. “I can’t wait to try the jumping pillow next time!” Owner of the Park, Will Yeap, said he’s excited to be opening for the third year running and it’s so nice to be back after Covid-19 shut down the attraction last year. “Our first year was filled with smoke and fire, then our second year was

Covid-19, so we’re hoping for a seminormal year this year,” Will smiled. “The last couple of months Canberrans have been obviously staying home, so I’m sure they’ll want to get out of the house and come check out the Aqua Park.” He said it’s a great place for birthday parties and helps the kids to burn off their energy for a couple of hours. “We built the Aqua Park with two other friends because we were talking about how to get our young kids off screens. Some parents bring their kids here for a few hours after school, so we have standup paddle boards now to provide another activity for the kids to do,” Will said. “The area has a really nice backdrop, and the water here is the best quality in Lake Burley Griffin because of the wind, so we just want to get people out and give them another outlet.” The Aqua Park is open 10am-8pm daily (except Christmas Day). Tickets can be booked online at canberraaquapark.com/tickets

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Ausdance ACT’s iconic Youth Dance Festival is going DIGITAL! For the first time in its 37-year history at the Canberra Theatre, Youth Dance Festival was COVID cancelled in 2020. Now, in another first, the iconic Youth Dance Festival will be presented online! The Online Premiere Event will feature performances filmed at The Playhouse and dance films created by secondary students from across the Canberra region all exploring this year’s theme of ‘Digital Dystopia Utopia’. Ausdance ACT Director Dr Cathy Adamek said, “We have been impressed by the way the participating schools and students have remained dedicated to Youth Dance Festival and continued to work

and rehearse wherever possible over lockdown. Our 2021 theme ‘Digital Dystopia Utopia’ fast became our reality and whilst you cannot replace the live performance experience, our digital strategy allowed us to pivot and weave around restrictions with a good outcome.” Ausdance ACT’s vision was to introduce a dance film option for Youth Dance Festival in the event the festival was impacted by COVID as was the case in 2020. Ground-breaking digital artists Felicity Arts upskilled participating schools in dance film workshops earlier this year. Secondary students have had the opportunity to engage in dance and film making and have

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met the challenges of a brave new world where we are connected out of necessity through technology. Youth Dance Fest encourages a student-led approach to dance making, choreography, and now, filmmaking and provides a platform for young people to express their ideas and opinions, to have their voices heard through dance. Featuring filmed theatre performances by Gungahlin College, Harrison School, Dickson College, Gold Creek School, Melba Copland Secondary School, Telopea Park

School, Black Mountain School and Melrose High School. As well as dance films by Harrison School, Mount Stromlo High School, Queanbeyan High School, Radford College, St Mary MacKillop College and UC SSC Lake Ginninderra. Support our local young people and schools. View it anywhere around the world and from the comfort of your own home. Youth Dance Festival Online Premiere Event screening Friday 19 and Saturday 20 November 6-9pm AEDT. Tickets: ausdanceact.org.au/ydf21

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Santa is ready to welcome guests on arrival to the sensational Sesame Street Circus Spectacular - Christmas Edition which makes its world debut in Canberra this December. All your favourite Sesame Street characters and a cast of international circus stars will have audiences gasping, laughing and sitting on the edge of their seats in a fun, thrilling and entertaining show suitable for all ages from 1-23 December at Majura Park. For show dates and tickets, visit www.sesamestreetcircus.com.au/dates Five lucky CW readers will each win a Sesame Street Circus Spectacular – Christmas Edition family pass (admit 4) to the Thursday 2 December 6.30pm performance.

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Cherished classics and Christmas favourites on the lawns of Government House. Graham Abbott conducts the Canberra Symphony Orchestra, with guest vocalist Rachael Thoms.

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Now showing No Time to Die (PG) A young Madeleine Swann witnesses the murder of her mother by scorned Lyutsifer Safin (Rami Malik). Flashing forward, Swann (Léa Seydoux) and her beau James Bond (Daniel Craig) are in Matera to visit the tomb of Bond’s first love Vesper Lynd in an attempt for closure. Soon however, SPECTRE returns to kill Bond. No Time to Die wraps up Craig’s Bond era while paying homage to all that came before it. Craig’s tenure as Bond has covered the full span of Bond’s career, with each movie symbolically killing then resurrecting the character and forcing him out of retirement to join an adventure that challenges his relevance in both character and profession. Such an approach allows freedom for new creative teams inheriting the character to play fast and loose with timeline and mythology.

Craig’s final turn is middling, with inconsistent characterisations, unconvincing character motivations, contradictory plot mechanics, and a confounding story; all probably not helped with four writers being on board. Tonal shifts abound, resulting in sections of the movie that are subjectively more enjoyable than others. Whereas Casino Royale stripped the character to his bare necessities, No Time to Die has heaped it all back on in a celebratory send-off before Bond’s next recasting and reboot. All the requisite characters, gadgets, vehicles, quips and quotes are back, complete with several references to previous entries. Verdict: A beautiful looking, but ultimately disappointing mixed bag, which is the usual modus operandi of a Bond movie. 2.5 stars. Viewed at Palace Electric Cinemas. - Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net

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Book talk This week, Jeff Popple reviews three new books to get you travelling again. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com How To Survive Family Holidays by Jack Whitehall

Sphere, $32.99 How To Survive Family Holidays is a useful and very funny guide to family trips. Jack Whitehall, host of the popular Netflix show Travels With My Father, provides an enjoyable mixture of travel guide, family memoir and a behind-the-scenes look at making a television show. Written in conjunction with his father, Michael, and actress mother, Hilary, it provides some good insights into various countries and tips on cultural etiquette, as well as amusing anecdotes and some hilarious family snapshots. There is also advice on where to go, what to pack and the 10 things you will regret buying on holiday. Good fun.

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Sh*t Towns Of Australia: The Great Aussie Road Trip by Rick Furphy and Geoff Rissole

Allen & Unwin, $19.99 Also offering plenty of humour is this tongue-in-cheek guide to some of the worst towns in Australia. Furphy and Rissole manage to potentially upset a fair portion of Australia as they present seven epic road trip routes that take in the most iconic crap locations in Australia. There is not a lot of good taste in this book, one route is called the Milat Mile, but there are some funny observations and lots of swearing. Canberra, “Pyongyang in the bush”, is saved from a visit, but Queanbeyan gets harshly dealt with. A great Christmas present for the broad-minded caravaner in your family.

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PHOENIX COLLECTIVE: New concert Juliet Letters featuring Opera Australia’s Jacqueline Dark at Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, 26 November 6pm and 7.30pm; phoenixcollective.com.au

STRONGER THAN FICTION: The documentary film festival is back screening System K, a film on street artists in Kinshasa, Dendy Canberra, 19 November 7pm; strongerdocs.com

SUNDAY ROAST: Relax, recharge, and reconnect with loved ones over a delicious lunch at Pialligo Estate Glasshouse 28 November 11.30am-2.30pm; thepialligoestate.com.au

SPANISH NIGHT: Journey from the streets of Barcelona to the open fields of Pialligo Estate Glasshouse, 19 November 6.30pm; thepialligoestate.com.au CANBERRA SPINNERS AND WEAVERS: Open days, pop-up exhibition and Christmas sale at Textile Works, Chifley Community and Wellbeing Hub, 19 November 10.30am-4.30pm, 20 November 10am-1pm. DIGITAL COLLAGE WORKSHOP: Presented by 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 REVERIE: A cabaret soiree from local company Kix Arts Productions Erindale Theatre, Wanniassa, 20 November 7.30pm; trybooking.com/BVHLZ BIG SKIES: A performance by Thoroughbass featuring works by late 20th century Australian composers, at Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, 20 November 3pm; trybooking.com/BVESW MEGALO PRINT GALLERY: The Kingston art space hosts Transformation: Megalo Members’ Exhibition 2021 until 11 December; megalo.org KYEEMA GALLERY: The Hall venue hosts new exhibition Handprinted, featuring works from the Printmaking Workgroup of ASOC until 20 December; capitalwines.com.au

Phoenix Collective with Jacqueline Dart at Wesley Music Centre, 26 November.

BOOK LAUNCH: Nigel Featherstone moderates the launch event for author Michael Burge’s new work Tank Water at The Book Cow, Kingston, 24 November 5pm; bookcow.com.au WESLEY MUSIC CENTRE: The Forrest venue hosts Re-Awakening performed by Lucy Macourt, Rowan Phemister, and Zoë Loxley Slump, 24 November 12.40pm; trybooking.com/BVIHQ CHIAROSCURO: A new play by David Atfield at The Courtyard Studio, Civic, 24-27 November; canberratheatrecentre.com.au CANBERRA SHORT FILM FESTIVAL: 169 films from 20 countries screening nightly at either Dendy Cinema or Smith’s Alternative, Civic, until 25 November; cssf.com.au A CHRISTMAS CAROL: Canberra Rep brings to life the Charles Dickens classic at Canberra Rep Theatre, Acton, 26 November-5 December; canberrarep.org.au

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 FLAZEDA: A host of alternate performing arts classes have recommenced at the Belconnen dance studio; flazedahub.com/learn JOHNNY REYNOLDS BAND: A highly engaging funky, blues atmospheric rock show at Harmonie German Club, 2 December 7pm; Eventbrite. TALLAGANDRA HILL WINERY: The Gundaroo venue hosts musicians Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham, Thursday 2 December; tallagandrahill.com.au CSO SUMMER PROM: A wonderful summer’s evening of music on the Lawns of Government House, 4 December 6pm; cso.org.au MULAN: A blockbuster show includes a cast of over 250 dancers aged 9 years to adult at Erindale Theatre, Wanniassa, 4 December 5pm and 8pm; trybooking.com/BMVMJ KOPASETIC: The roots, reggae, folk outfit launch their new single Petrified at The Street, City West, 4 December 7.30pm; thestreet.org.au

BEAVER GALLERIES: The Deakin venue hosts Tom Moore’s exhibition Glassorama-BioDrama! Diorama all the ding-dong-day! and Michael Schlitz’s Pictures from the mindfield, until 21 November; beavergalleries.com.au

WALKING DEADS: Australia’s premiere Talking Heads tribute show play Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah, 26 November 7.30pm; events. humantix.com

TERRIBLY BRITISH DAY: Display featuring the region’s finest British motor vehicles, 5 December 10am-2pm at Queanbeyan Park.

THE PLATE SHOW: An exhibition offering a contemporary take on traditional decorative plates at M16 Artspace, Griffith, until 21 November; m16artspace.com.au

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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A guide to the generations If you’ve heard the terms Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Gens X, Z and Alpha, but aren’t quite sure who fits where, here’s a handy guide to the generations through the ages.

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The Greatest Generation Born 1910-1924

The Silent Generation Born 1925-1945

Baby Boomers Born 1946-1964

Formative Events: Great Depression, World War II

Formative events: Korean War, Cold War, JFK and Martin Luther King Jr. assassinations

Formative events: Vietnam War, Moon Landing, Indigenous Australians’ right to vote

Aussie icons: Bert Newton, Dame Edna, Little Patty

Aussie icons: John Farnham, Helen Reddy, Jacki Weaver, Paul Hogan, Skippy the Bush Kangaroo

The Greatest Generation were weaned on their parents’ losses in the First World War, yet still volunteered in the tens of thousands to fight in the second. In 2015, the Department of Veterans Affairs reported 28,388 WWII veterans left. While this generation’s numbers are dwindling, their achievements remain strong.

First named by Time magazine - an American publication - for their lack of going against government, the Silent Generation was often referred to as the “Builder Generation” by Australians. As young adults, they would “rebuild” the nation post-WWII.

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Famously the largest generation (before Millennials snagged the title) due to the increased birth rate throughout the post-WWII economic boom, Baby Boomers reached peak numbers in 1999. They were previously known as Flower Children, protesting Australian involvement in the Vietnam War.

Generation X Born 1965-1979

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Seen as the “middle child”, squeezed between two large generations, Business Australia said that Gen X watched their parents (The Silent Generation) work hard and remain loyal to one company, “only to be miserable and unsatisfied.” This motivated Gen Xers to seek a healthy balance between work and play. Also known as the Grunge generation, and the Latchkey generation.

Millennials Born 1980-1994 Formative events: 9/11, Kevin ‘07, rise of home computers

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The 2017 census counted 6.42 million Millennials, forming a

large chunk of the population. Contrary to popular belief, Millennials are not named for being born before the turn of the millennium, but for being the youngest generation old enough to remember it. They are known for being technology literate, social media savvy, and adaptive to change. This may explain the current social bickering between Millennials and Generation Z, the first generation of “tech natives”.

Generation Z Born 1995-2012 Formative events: Rise of smartphones, social media, LGBTQ+ marriage equality Aussie icons: Troye Sivan, Thelma Plum, Sia

The first generation to not remember a time without the internet, younger Gen Z’s will also not remember a time without smartphones or social media. Gen Z is the youngest generation to experience online schooling, “influencer” culture, and juggernaut social media movements like #MeToo and Black Lives Matter.

Generation Alpha Born 2013-2025 Formative events: COVID-19 pandemic

The babies being born today will have the most technology at their disposal and will be the first generation born entirely in the 21st century. The COVID-19 pandemic will likely have a heavy influence on their upbringing. The name ‘Generation Alpha’ refers to restarting the alphabet. - Anja de Rozario

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The Wiggles’ Anthony Field cries like a boss Anthony Fields, beloved Blue Wiggle, brought us endless smiles as children, and now reminds us that it’s okay to cry as adults. After opening up about his career-long battle

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with depression in 2017, Field stepped up as an ambassador for Movember 2021, encouraging conversations around men’s health. He traded in his blue skivvy for a sharp suit styled with the words ‘I cry like a boss’, his chosen message for Movember’s Worn to Be Heard campaign. “You might think bottling up is a brave thing to do, but letting it out is even braver,” Field tells us. While he believes there remains a “man up” stigma, the entertainer is happy to report that the population has come a long way. “It’s sensational! I’ve had men approach me now, knowing I’m receptive, to tell me how they feel. It needs to become normal for a man to talk to another man about depression. “No one ever knows what another person is going through unless they talk about it,” he said, reflecting on his own battle with mental health. “I could have a big smile on my face, but behind closed doors I’d be struggling – and that’s anybody.

“Years ago, my brother laughed at me when I said I was feeling so sad and didn’t know why. “‘How can you be sad?’ he said, ‘You’re popular, you’re successful.’ I understand, but sometimes it’s just the chemistry inside your brain. No matter how good things seem, you can still be sad. We had a good talk about it.” Despite his deep struggles with depression, Field assured that he had never had a “bad day” while performing onstage with the Wiggles. “I never had a problem on stage,” he smiled. “Never, ever. Something I learnt was, if I played my music, it just gets me in a beautiful mood. That’s one of my tools to stop me from spiralling down.” Field advises men this Movember to seek professional help, as well as to have an honest chat with friends. “People who help you, really help you, let you feel comfortable with your answers. They realise that there is no right or wrong answer, and that every person is different.” - Anja de Rozario

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Ultra-modern allure Weetangera 29 Abernethy Street With impeccable styling, fashionable family living and completely renovated from top to bottom, this contemporary home in Weetangera is a sought-after abode of the highest calibre, set on a massive 1,282 sqm block. The layout is superb and free flowing, allowing the property to be an entertaining oasis with an abundance of living space. The gourmet kitchen is one of the home’s key features with its 42

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25 Corroboree Park, Ainslie

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2 Young Street, Crestwood

$890,000

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49 Campbell Street, Ainslie

$2,200,000 LJ Hooker

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74 Longmore Crescent, Wanniassa

$851,500

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$805,000

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$1,520,000 Independent

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$1,416,000 Blackshaw

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$785,000

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$1,402,000 Ray White

78a Hollows Circuit, MacGregor

$775,000

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$1,362,000 Maria Selleck

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$775,000

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3 Keane Place, Fraser

$1,320,000 LJ Hooker

8 Hollis Place, Gordon

$772,500

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122/2 Torrens Street, Braddon

$1,305,000 Independent

710/240 Bunda Street, City

$770,000

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$1,302,000 Hive

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$757,000

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$1,275,000 Michael Potter

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$752,000

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$1,250,000 Luton

43 McNamara Street, Pearce

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$743,000

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$1,211,000 Luton

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$1,210,000 Hive

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$685,000

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$677,000

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$675,000

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58 Blackman Crescent, Macquarie

$1,130,000 Blackshaw

25 Blackall Avenue, Crestwood

$675,000

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27 Turbayne Crescent, Forde

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12/204 Macfarlane Burnet Avenue,

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14/2 Archibald Street, Lyneham

110 Phillip Avenue, Downer

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3M Tristania Street, Rivett

$635,000

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80 Petterd Street, Page

$1,075,000 Luton

2 Gribble Street, Gungahlin

$630,000

Pod Projects

3 Rivers Street, Weston

$1,070,000 Luton

51/15 Jumbuck Crescent, Lawson

$615,000

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15 Candlebark Close, Nicholls

$1,026,000 Luton

11/71 Lawrenson Circuit, Jacka

$615,000

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1 Petre Street, Scullin

$996,000

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1/46 Francis Forde Boulevard, Forde

$595,000

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43 Von Guerard Crescent, Lyneham

$996,000

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9 Pentland Street, Campbell

$585,000

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34 Underhill Street, Googong

$973,000

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151/10 Ipima Street, Braddon

$545,000

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81 Jackie Howe Crescent, Macarthur

$970,000

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18 North Street, Tharwa

$537,000

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40 Barrett Street, MacGregor

$961,000

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15/93 Nemarang Crescent, Waramanga $530,000

Blackshaw

21 Astelia Place, Rivett

$955,000

Cream Residential

18 Ranken Place, Belconnen

$530,000

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35B Rosewood Glen, Jerrabomberra

$952,000

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119/57 Benjamin Way, Belconnen

$522,000

Impact

35 Armstrong Crescent, Holt

$950,000

Independent

52/13 Sturt Avenue, Griffith

$498,000

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142 Longmore Crescent, Wanniassa

$950,000

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127/20 Federal Highway, Watson

$458,000

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34 Dengate Crescent, Moncrieff

$935,000

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89/12 David Street, Turner

$450,500

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3 Bowler Place, Kambah

$925,000

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155/15 Irving Street, Phillip

$450,000

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3 Gair Place, Wanniassa

$920,000

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11 Irving Street, Phillip

$450,000

Independent

13 Maiya Street, Ngunnawal

$900,000

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Co-housing demonstration in Ainslie A block of land in Ainslie will become a demonstration of co-housing by the ACT Government, which plans to build the innovative housing model on the site. Three single-storey homes will be developed on the standard residential block which will also house a communal area comprised of a shared kitchen, living area, and guest bedroom. Minister for Planning and Land Management Mick Gentleman said, “this is the first variation to the Territory Plan to be approved in support of the Demonstration Housing Project and will provide

a ‘hands on’ opportunity to test the effectiveness of co-housing in the RZ1 zone by seeing a real example built on a block in Ainslie”. “This co-housing proposal is a great alternative for people who want to stay in the community that has become their home but wish to downsize. By downsizing, larger properties are then freed up for growing families to move into creating sustainable communities.” Mr Gentleman said he’s aware there needs to be greater diversity of housing in Canberra. “The government is committed to delivering

Rental affordability is ACT’s real housing crisis The ACT Council of Social Service (ACTCOSS) is imploring the ACT Government to urgently implement a raft of policies to help fix Canberra’s housing and rental crisis, while welcoming the ACT Opposition’s focus on the issue. ACTCOSS’s support follows the Shadow Minister for Housing and Homelessness, Mark Parton’s motion earlier this month for an independent review into the impact of government policy on housing and rental prices. Mr Parton said “the Labor-Greens Government continually puts the blame elsewhere, while turning a blind eye to the controls and levers it has over land supply and land prices, not to mention the raft of rates, taxes and charges that impacts directly on high rental prices in the Territory”. ACTCOSS CEO, Dr Emma Campbell, said she makes no apologies for holding all political parties to account on housing affordability for low-income Australians. “ACTCOSS has long categorised the housing and homelessness situation in the ACT as a crisis. However, our focus is always on the lack of affordable rentals for people on low incomes in the Canberra community,” Dr Campbell said. “Housing is the most significant expense for low-income households in the ACT, and Canberra has the highest median rentals of any capital city. As a result, we have the nation’s highest rates of rental stress among lower income private rental households.” 44

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People in full-time work are increasingly finding the rental market too expensive. Essential community workers are spending one- to two-thirds of their weekly wage on their rent in the majority of ACT suburbs, according to recent research from the Everybody’s Home campaign. “The lack of affordable rentals is disproportionately impacting older women, women and children, the LBGTIQA+ community and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Territory. Of people accessing homeless services, 55 per cent are female, 16 per cent are Indigenous and 48 per cent are families with children,” Dr Campbell said. “The ACT has a shortfall of over 3,000 social housing, a waiting list of nearly a year for priority public housing and at least 1,600 people experiencing homelessness each day. There are virtually no private rental properties on the market in the ACT affordable for people on the Disability Support Pension, JobSeeker or Youth Allowance.” She said the federal government also has a role to play in supporting residents’ ability to keep a roof over their heads by raising the rate of income support for people looking for employment. “Investment in social housing not only makes sense for our community’s wellbeing, it also makes economic sense. KMPG has shown that for every $1 million of public investment in social housing, GDP is boosted by $1.3 million,” Dr Campbell said.

a compact and efficient city where 70 per cent of new housing is provided within our existing urban footprint,” he said. “Providing increased housing choice will not only help us to create diverse and attractive communities but also provide affordable housing in established communities.” The Stellulata proposal is being progressed through a development application, and community consultation will be conducted. Find out more about the Government’s Variation 376 at planning.act.gov.au

ACT’s first digital settlement The very first electronic property transfer within the ACT was conducted on Friday 12 November by the Velocity Conveyancing Group. The milestone was facilitated through the Property Exchange Australia (PEXA) platform for an Inner South property, advanced by Macquarie Bank. Already operating in NSW, SA, WA and Queensland, PEXA is changing the way Australian properties are exchanged by providing quicker sales access and almost real-time tracking on settlements. The 100 per cent digital transaction was processed within seconds and proceeded electronically through to the ACT Land Titles Office to receive registration. Practice Director at Velocity Conveyancing, Andrew Satsias, said the milestone is a “win for all”. “It is an honour to have been involved in Canberra’s first digital property transfer,” Mr Satsias said. “The entire process was seamless and instantaneous. “The efficiencies created by using a digital platform will benefit not only practitioners but also consumers and the environment. The new digital process means no more delays in settlement cheques having to clear in client’s accounts or lengthy processing times to have documents registered at the Land Titles Office.” Peter Romano, Practice Director at Velocity Conveyancing, said they’re “thrilled that ACT property transactions have finally moved into the 21st century”. Velocity has seven offices in the ACT region.

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‘The Old Royal’ Bungendore NSW 33 Turallo Terrace Heritage listed and oozing with colonial Australian style, ‘The Old Royal’ is steeped in a rich tapestry of local history and is a once in a lifetime home. Built sometime between 1845 and 1878, this historic gem was once Bungendore’s original ‘Royal Hotel’, nestled among lush gardens planted with majestic elm trees from the 1800s. Featuring a set of old Queanbeyan Court House bricks, four spectacular fireplaces (one of which is an original old kitchen fireplace set in the family room), and two traditional wells, this home is straight out of a fairytale. There’s even an 1800s ballroom that has been transformed into a formal living or dining room. Although radiating vintage charm and elegance, there’s ducted gas heating, solar power, brand new carpet and new paint, while the bathrooms, kitchen and butler’s pantry have been refurbished, making this home a modern classic. The four generous bedrooms

are filled with sunlight that spills through the large, wooden windows, while the garage or studio would make the perfect granny flat for guests or family. All the internal walls are solid brick and the fixtures around the home are the perfect balance of grandeur and contemporary style. The magical gardens will enthral you and their peaceful privacy makes it the perfect picnic spot under the towering trees. In a prime village location on over 2,578 sqm of land, ‘The Old Royal’ has its original title deeds available. This home exudes charm and is surely an enchanting wonderland for the lucky new owner to enjoy.

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Independent, community centric living in the heart of Weston Creek

Araluen Weston Creek Retirement Village. A vibrant, friendly community for retirees from all walks of life. Here, the young at heart can enjoy their retirement at a pace that suits you, and importantly, you own your property.

Now Selling

2 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 Car available from $449,000+ Open

• Be part of an active and

• Freedom to renovate and

Thurs, 18th Nov 4:00pm to 5:00pm Sat, 20th Nov 3:30pm to 4:00pm 177 Badimara Street, Fisher ACT 2611

• Own your own home

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913/120 Eastern Valley Way Belconnen This contemporary unit includes an open

• Approximately 65 sq/m of living

sliding cupboard door to bedroom, Euro-

• Security cage

plan living, galley-style kitchen, mirrored style laundry and balcony. Rooftop pool and within 250m of Belconnen CBD.

• Secure car space

• Close to Belconnen CBD

For Sale $420,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jeff Shortland 0417 483 627

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

24 McElhone Court Belconnen A HUGE opportunity. Do not delay your inspection! Very

• Backs onto green space; access by private gate

easily add value by painting, replacing flooring &

• Generous floor plan over 2 levels

window treatments. Kitchen is renovated, and the

• Renovated kitchen

home all up is about 150sqm. From this location, pop

• Internal access to the garage

out the back gate and walk to the Belconnen Town

• Generous bedrooms, 2 with access to enclosed

Centre or on to enjoy our beautiful Lake Ginninderra.

balcony • Lots of storage throughout

Auction Saturday 1st Dec at 5:00pm In Rooms _______________________________________________ View Saturday 20th Nov 10:00am - 10:45am & Monday 22nd Nov 5:00pm - 5:45pm _______________________________________________ Agent Kaylene King 0409 574 178 LJ Hooker Canberra City 6249 7700

31 Dixson Circuit Conder Beautifully presented and ready to move

straight into 31 Dixson Circuit is the perfect proposition for first home buyers,

downsizers or investors looking to take advantage of a moving market.

• Three good sized bedrooms • Built in robes to all bedrooms • Large, segregated, living areas • Covered front and rear pergola's • Gas cooking and heating • New Colourbond fencing

Auction | Online Wed, 1st Dec at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 20th Nov at 11:00am to 11:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Browne 0403 169 259

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

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

33 Sarre Street Gungahlin Elegant and refined, this magnificent home is a must-see for anyone seeking relaxed family living. The layout is centred around a beautiful courtyard with an entertainer's patio for hosting friends as you soak up the sunshine.

• Living size: 189m2

• Double garage size: 40m2 • No body corporate • Corner block

• Freshly painted inside • New flooring

• Land size: 402.1m2 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.

Auction | On Site Sat, 27th Nov at 11:30am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 20th Nov at 10:45am - 11:15am Sat, 20th Nov at 1:00pm - 1:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Jason Hall 0475 983 079 LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

5A Waghorn Street Gungahlin Big, bold and beautiful, this updated home offers

• No body corporate

refined living for modern families. The kitchen is open

• Large open plan living area

to the living areas and, when it’s time to entertain, you

• New Bosch appliances in the kitchen

have three beautiful stone-paved patios at your

• Freshly painted inside

fingertips. Whichever you choose, this will be a

• Easy access to Horse park Drive

beautiful palace to relax with friends as you overlook

• Park at the end of the street for kids

the new native gardens. 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.

Auction | On site Sat, 27th Nov at 4:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 20th Nov at 10:00am - 10:30am Sat, 20 Nov at 1:45pm - 2:15pm _______________________________________________ Agent Jason Hall 0475 983 079 LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

58/36 Dulcie Holland Crescent Moncrieff This stylish townhouse is warm and welcoming with modern flair, fully

equipped with life’s creature comforts in a location that offers the utmost convenience.

• Family size kitchen

• 75mm gas cooktop with built in microwave

• Ducted heating and cooling

• Beautiful courtyard for entertaining

• Side by side secure parking with storage cage

Auction | Online Sat, 4th Dec at 2:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 20th Nov at 9:00am - 9:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Troy Thompson 0408 694 917 Virginia Stoker 0434 610 698 LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

1/64 Jabanungga Avenue Ngunnawal Situated in a small complex with ample

• Only 3 other townhouses in the body

great opportunity for first home buyers or

• Updated kitchen

storage and light this townhouse is a investors

*please note high quality carpet will be laid before settlement

corporate

• Freshly painted throughout

• Living Size: 108 sqm (not including downstairs multi-purpose area)

Auction | On Site Sat, 27th Nov at 2:30pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 20th Nov at 10:30am - 11:00am _______________________________________________ Agent Bri Williams 0408787896

• Body Corporate: $573.13 per qtr.

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Weston Cr. & Molonglo 6288 8988

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We are proud to be the agency of choice for Canberra’s premium a byou c property transactions - but regardless of the value of your home, Taking inspiration warm, earthy Tuscan inspired colours and landscape garden design, this immaculately presentedBlackshaw family can befromconfident in the knowledge that every agent has the home set high on the street will provide you with an enviable lifestyle for everyone to enjoy. On arrival at the home, meander up through the terraced gardens, to be welcomed into light filled living areas. The spacious lounge/dining room, with double experience, and marketing to achieve your glazed windows and doors, opens out commitment onto a private terracotta paved terrace with wind out awning and enjoysresources stunning views over to the Brindabella Mountains. The open plan informal living comprises a family/meals area and a modern kitchen with gas cook top, electric oven, walk in pantry, breakfast bar, ample cupboard space andpossible Bosch dishwasher. If you are looking for a well best price. presented and maintained home in a family-friendly suburb that offers something quite different to what is currently on offer, 4

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Mawson 54/50 Wilkins Street 8 bed . 2 bath . 2 car . 5.0 EER Auction Saturday 4th December Onsite at 1:00pm View Saturday 20th November 1:00 – 1:30pm Sunday 21st November 12:00 – 12:30pm CONTACT

Jess Kercher 0475 299 055 jess@mrktproperty.com.au Justin Ingram 0431 116 399 justin@mrktproperty.com.au

This spacious, single level townhouse combines lifestyle with location. “This townhouse features a large formal lounge room, dining area and an additional family space, These segregated living spaces allow the new owner the option to where they want to entertain friends and family or simply where they want to relax. The well equipped kitchen has a dishwasher, gas cook top, electric oven, microwave hutch and pantry and is ideally located in the centre of the home.” FEATURES • Single level townhouse • 3 good sized bedrooms • Segregated lounge and dining area • Main bedroom with ensuite and built in robe • Built in robes to bedrooms 2 and 3 • Ducted gas heating • Reverse cycle split system in the family room • Low maintenance courtyard garden

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Gowrie 7 Muirhead Place 7 bed . 4 bath . 4 car . 4.0 EER Auction Saturday 4th December Onsite at 11:30am View Saturday 20th November 11:00 – 11:30am CONTACT

Jess Kercher 0475 299 055 jess@mrktproperty.com.au Justin Ingram 0431 116 399 justin@mrktproperty.com.au

Family Friendly & Functional This beautifully designed modern and welcoming home is in a leafy green quiet cul-de-sac. Comprising of a six-bedroom, three-bathroom home with a granny flat that delivers both comfort and convenience in a low maintenance private garden setting. Relax and enjoy the tranquillity by the pool this summer or entertain your friends and family with the ease of integration from indoor to outdoor. FEATURES • Modern Kitchen with Ample Storage • Dishwasher and Gas cooking • Modern bathrooms • 2 bedrooms with ensuites • Ducted heating and cooling throughout • Fireplace • Seamless integration of indoor to outdoor living • Covered outdoor patio • Inground pool with solar heating

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Sell for more with Maria Selleck Properties Call Maria Selleck 0417 258 803/6162 1234 REIACT residen�al Salesperson of the Year Award 2020 | REIACT Best Small Agency of the Year, six �mes REIA Na�onal Award, Best Small Residen�al agency of the Year 2013 | REIACT Hall of Fame, Best Small Residen�al Agency 2012 REIACT Small Agency Print Adver�sing Award, twice | CWB Businesswoman of the Year 2011 | CWB Best New Business 2010

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Renovated, Immaculate, Large Block

Offering tranquil living for the growing family, this extended and renovated Chisholm residence is surrounded by beautiful, private manicured grounds on a huge 939m2 block with indoor and outdoor entertaining areas forming an enviable suburban oasis. From the humble front façade framed by lush gardens, the property opens to reveal an updated home with open-plan living featuring stunning floating floor in both the living and dining rooms. The gorgeous, updated kitchen leads to the family room and opens out through the glass door to the enormous undercover alfresco dining area for year-round entertaining, and a huge garden, providing an ideal setting for both children and pets playing across the lush green grass while the adults enjoy each other's company around the barbecue. The extended, spacious, master bedroom suite, privately set to the back of the home, features a huge walk-in-robe and a stunning modern ensuite. The other two light-filled bedrooms, one of which is being used as a nursery, both enjoy garden views. EER 1.5 REIACT residential Salesperson of the Year Award 2020 | REIACT Best Small Agency of the Year, six times REIA National Award, Best Small Residential agency of the Year 2013 | REIACT Hall of Fame, Best Small Residential Agency 2012 REIACT Small Agency Print Advertising Award, twice | CWB Businesswoman of the Year 2011 | CWB Best New Business 2010

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Auction Sat 4 Dec at 12:00pm View Sat 11:45am to 12:30pm Agent Maria Selleck (02) 6175 8001

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Chisholm 21 Baskerville Street

46 SCHOLTENS STREET CASEY

4 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS DOUBLE GARAGE OPEN PLAN LIVING AND AN ENTERTAINERS DREAM Modern; spacious; attention to detail. Three qualities that feature throughout this beautiful home. If you are looking for a property to fit the family and your lifestyle for years to come, get in touch with me today as this property will not be on the market for long! 164m2 internal living area Level 455m2 block Ducted reverse-cycle air-conditioning Manicured low-maintenance gardens

Large alfresco dining area Premium fixtures and fittings Close to shops and public transport EER 4.0

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E XC E P T I O N A L BY D E S I G N . Downsize without compromising on space. The Signature Collection takes the already impeccable design at Seventy One Constitution Avenue to a whole new level. With only 12 exclusive residences and a variety of expansive and flexible floor plans to choose from, each home will be truly original. Beautiful, natural materials, clean simple lines and streamline fixtures all contribute to the timeless design of each masterpiece. Finally, the architectural landscaping complements the sense of serenity of this quiet location.

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31 RYRIE STREET MICHELAGO, NSW FOR SALE $1,200,000 4 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR VIEW 1:30pm – 2:00pm Sat 20th Nov

“CONSIDERING BUNGENDORE??... THEN LOOK AT THIS ...SAME DISTANCE!” • Wonderful north aspect for this unique residence that just oozes ambience • Approx. 2.25 acres (9105m2) of seclusion and privacy in the Michelago Village • Easy walk to Michelago school, General Store and only 35 mins to Canberra CBD • Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, plus large studio/office/rumpus room

• Cathedral ceilings, stunning hardwood floors, sparkling lead lights create a charming and welcoming home • Two living spaces - one chapel like, the other semicircular with floor to ceiling glass • Modern kitchen with stone benchtops, pressed metal rangehood, antique tile splash-back, and island bench which houses bar and wine fridges,

is open to the dining space • This space flows to the outside timber deck, a second alfresco area is on the front verandah with sweeping views to the hills beyond • Full sized synthetic tennis court. • Bore - approx. 600 gph with electric submersible pump

CONTACT Melinda McCallum | 0429 122 700 | mm@hodgkinsonrealestate.com.au Tuggeranong | 02 6293 1033 | www.hodgkinsonrealestate.com.au Licensed Agent Cec Hodgkinson Real Estate (Tuggeranong) Pty Ltd ABN 42 060 342 065

“Another Value Property”

Large family home with media room & pool

4 BED | 3 BATH | 2 CAR | EER: 2.5

79 Learmonth Drive, KAMBAH Huge family/media room with block-out curtains & powder room Large, well designed, country-style kitchen with double ovens & ceramic cooktop Main bedroom suite with built-in wardrobes, large ensuite & parents retreat/home office 3 queen-sized bedrooms with triple-door built-in wardrobes & lined curtains Heating and cooling by reverse cycle air conditioning units & gas log fire Heated, in-ground, salt water swimming pool with direct access to bathroom Double garage under roofline with workshop/storeroom & extra-tall, remote roller doors

Price View

By negotiation Saturday 1:00pm – 2:00pm Sunday 1:00pm – 2:00pm Or by appointment

Agent MICHAEL RYAN Phone 0411 466 077 Email Michael.Ryan@ValueProperties.com.au

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Formal, separate lounge & dining rooms with gas log fire & raked ceilings

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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.

www.marigalgardens.com.au | 1300 884 784 Renders are for illustrative purposes only. Details are correct at time of printing and subject to change. October 2021

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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4 Kaleen 35 Staaten Crescent This home provides multiple living options and a perfect fusion of indoor and outdoor spaces that will allow the largest of families to enjoy major events. There is so much to appreciate in this home including multiple living areas, a one-bedroom unit downstairs with separate access, storeroom, and a large cellar.

AUCTION / YARRALUMLA

EER Auction View Agent Mob

3.0 Sat 27 Nov 1pm onsite Contact agent Troy Thompson 0408 694 917

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

3 EWART STREET 5

3.0 EER

LUXURY LIVING IN THE HEART OF YARRALUMLA •

Set in a quiet tree lined cul de sac in the heart of Yarralumla is this beautifully presented executive family home.

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The main home includes 4 bedrooms, ensuite and at the rear is an attached studio that has a loft bedroom.

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The formal lounge includes an internal fire place and provides a stunning outlook to the back yard.

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Extra-large family room is overlooked from the executive recently renovated kitchen which includes stone bench tops, 2 Miele wall ovens, a built-in steamer & walk-through pantry.

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A rare opportunity, do not delay your inspection of this beautiful home.

AUCTION SATURDAY 4TH DECEMBER 10:00AM ON SITE

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VIEW SATURDAY 20TH NOVEMBER 12:15PM – 1:00PM

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CHRIS WILSON 0418 620 686 JACK WILSON 0402 367 713

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83B Northcove Road Long Beach NSW

Water-view Clifftop. A modern design with external finishes a mix of brick , colorbond and timber blends into the leafy streetscape. Internal access garage, 3 Bedrooms, 2 with built-in robes and ensuite in main, well planned kitchen, powder room and a lower covered deck area complete with Bay vistas. This water-view clifftop property is well worth consideration! Price Guide: $880,000 - $920,000 83bnorthcoverd-longbeach.ljhooker.com.au

Auction November 27th at 12:00PM Onsite Online bidding option avaliable. Please contact us to arrange this. View By appointment Subject to NSW health regulations Agent Rob Routledge 0413 221 504

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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Long Beach, 93 Northcove Road WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY Beautifully nestled in a garden setting Auction with panoramic ocean and mountain views from all living and eating rooms plus magical bull nosed wrap around deck Open for relaxation and entertaining.

27th Nov 2021 at 2:00pm on-site Offers Encouraged Prior Open Saturdays 12pm – 1pm John Haslem 0418 514 399 23255114

Quality finishes and sensible floor plan Contact offer a welcoming feeling to owner, family and guests. Step off the back boundary for a clifftop walk to Long Beach or Maloneys or just down the steps in the bush to the seashore.

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Shane Gould 23 november 1956

18 november – 24 november 2021 WIth patSY Bennett www.patsybennett.com for personal readings, contact patsy through her website to make an appointment, or call 0448 808 333. facebook: facebook.com/patsybennettpsychicastrology Instagram: instagram.com/patsybennettastrology

Fitness is a main attribute of triple-olympic gold medallist Shane Gould, and sticking with a strict training routine will be on her mind now as much as ever. She will also be drawn to study and prospectively teaching or coaching as she embraces her excellent communication skills and presents a new aspect of herself. The draw to water will remain strong. learning more about the therapeutic qualities of water may appeal.

scorpio oct 24 – nov 22

AquArius jan 21 – feB 19

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LEo juL 23 – aug 23

Be prepared to look at your domestic life in a new light. this weekend’s intense Scorpio stars will bring your passionate side out and you’ll enjoy music, dance and romance. there will be a strong focus on health, so healing is possible. You may need to give up some of your plans to be supportive of someone close.

careful planning will lead you towards success now, so avoid gambling on your future. You will enjoy a reunion or a return to an old haunt this weekend. You may experience an unexpected or out-of-the-ordinary development at home or with family. expect news regarding work towards the end of next week.

friday’s partial lunar eclipse in taurus represents a new chapter, so be prepared to consider a fresh path. communications will be important now and you must work towards your goals, but avoid putting the cart before the horse. take your time; there is a season for everything. Luckily, the current season favours the bold.

friday’s partial lunar eclipse signals it’s time to turn a corner in your professional life and with a favourite activity. It’s an excellent time to focus on your family and those you love, as you will experience healing. this weekend, however, you must tread softly with someone you share space ur domestic arrangements with.

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piscEs feB 20 – mar 20

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virgo aug 24 – Sept 23

the sun in Sagittarius from monday will prepare you for considerable change. If you have not yet done any groundwork or research about your new ideas and ventures, it’s important you do more research now. this weekend, you’ll enjoy a change of place or pace, but must plan ahead to avoid delays and misunderstandings.

don’t be surprised if a revelation arises towards friday’s lunar eclipse. If you are travelling this weekend, there are likely to be delays, so ensure you give yourself plenty of time. You will gain the opportunity to focus on favourite pastimes and activities, many of which you will find therapeutic.

a great deal of focus will be going towards your personal and business partnerships. It’s time to brush up on your communication skills, especially on Sunday. ensure you’re happy with the terms if you’re making long-range decisions. Be willing to cooperate with others and use your considerable communication skills to negotiate.

friday’s lunar eclipse will resonate deeply, especially regarding decisions about the way you share resources such as space at home, duties or finances. this weekend, tread carefully with someone who is a part of your daily routine. take a moment to boost your health; you’ll be glad you did, as you’ll feel revitalised.

cApricorn dec 22 – jan 20

AriEs mar 21 – apr 20

cAncEr june 22 – juLY 22

LibrA Sept 24 – oct 23

friday’s lunar eclipse points to a fresh chapter in your personal life. You’ll enjoy the option to investigate new domestic investments. You will also appreciate the opportunity to get together with favourite people this weekend. You may encounter a sudden change of plan and must avoid arguments.

this weekend, it’s a good idea to plan travel carefully to avoid delays. You must be prepared to collaborate and cooperate with people to avoid arguments. the sun in Sagittarius from monday will provide a more upbeat and outgoing phase for you. travel and generally broadening your horizons will appeal.

make long-term plans and be certain to focus on their true viability and not just on expectations. this is a healing phase in which your relationships will prove to be therapeutic. Someone close is likely to influence where you take things now. It’s a good time to develop creative, artistic, musical and written ideas.

Someone unpredictable will behave true to form, and friday’s lunar eclipse will spotlight an unusual solution. this week is super healing and therapeutic, so find ways to boost your health. September-born Librans may find some relationships will undergo change. take a moment this weekend to deepen them, especially with family.

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