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Only one month till Christmas! Thanks to extended periods of life in lockdown and restrictions curtailing many pre-pandemic social interactions, I might have dodged Santa’s naughty list this year. Not that I’m terribly naughty, but I’m not always awfully nice, either. Anyway, there’s nothing I especially want; I’m blessed to have good health, enough affluence to live and eat well, and loved ones to spend quality time with. And if the past two years have taught me anything, it’s to appreciate such gifts. Whatever I do spend in the lead up to the festive season, I intend to spend at local businesses that employ local residents, support our community, and have been doing it tough lately. Regular readers will be aware I recently wrote a brief eulogy for my father, who, in a twist of fate, has defied his doctors’ diagnoses and has been transferred from end-of-life care to interim care. He’s not out of the woods, but I might yet see him when I visit this Christmas. Reasons to be grateful this past week include celebrating birthdays with dear friends over delicious shared Indian dishes, the community spirit and generosity of my local Buy Nothing Project group, strong attendance at the Italian Film Festival opening night, new season cherries, a face-to-face group meditation session, and occasional bursts of sunshine. Take care,

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It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas in the City Christmas in the City 2021 kicked off this week, Tuesday 23 November, as Canberra’s CBD teemed with festive and interactive installations and events, including a colourful new Christmas tree. This year’s program includes art installations and decorations in City Walk, a packed month of

performances featuring the Canberra Symphony Orchestra and on-street DJs, and local businesses presenting an advent calendar of offers. ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr said he’s very much looking forward to an opportunity to celebrate Christmas in a Covid-safe way after a challenging year for everyone.

Christmas in the City decorations are up, including a translucent Christmas tree and colourful, Canberra-inspired banners. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

“There’s something for everyone in this year’s series of events, but the purpose of all of this is to draw more people into the CBD. There’s more life in the city than there was a month ago, and there’ll be even more life in the coming two or three weeks as we head into December,” Mr Barr said. “The range of programs and events are encouraged to attract hundreds and then thousands over the four-week period. As we move out of lockdown, Canberrans will be keen to support local businesses and this will be a key driver of our economic recovery into Christmas and throughout 2022.” Descending upon Braddon will be some naughty elves, there’ll be a Dancing in the Streets event, colourful flags, banners, and a mural, transforming City Walk into a festive wonderland to create a uniquely Canberran Christmas.

“This year we have the biggest Christmas program ever, with something for everybody. This Christmas, the design for the decorations and installations celebrates the beloved natural elements of our city, including our iconic Gang-Gang Cockatoo,” Mr Barr said. “My Christmas tree at home isn’t up yet, but [the City Walk Christmas tree] is pretty good – it’s bigger than the one I’ve got at home.” From Wednesday 1 December, a digital advent calendar displaying the countdown to Christmas will be showing the festive offers from local businesses each day, and the performances and entertainment will run until Christmas Eve. For more information about Christmas in the City 2021, visit act. gov.au/cityrenewal/home - Abbey Halter

Pop-up bike mechanic making a wheel difference Taking a strategic post in Bowen Park near the heavily used bike path, Simon the Bike Guy’s pop-up maintenance workshop is a flurry of activity every Saturday from 10am to 4pm. A master bike mechanic with a lifelong love of bicycles, Simon Weir’s decision to establish his lakeside workshop was born out of

seeing too many cyclists riding on dangerously neglected equipment. “I constantly hear bikes that are just grinding away into oblivion for no particular reason,” he said. “Things like flat tyres, dry chains, skipping gears, all those qualityof-life things that I wish I could just stop people, hold them up for five minutes, fix it for them and

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send them on their way.” For the past six Saturdays, Simon has set up with a slimmeddown toolkit, two heavy duty repair stands, and some replacement parts in his van if required. “Just mid-ride, what needs doing to get it comfortable and safe ultimately,” he said. Performing around 20 to 30 minor odd jobs per session, Simon will tell the client what work really needs doing and offers full mobile services, travelling to their home and doing the work out of their garage. “People have absolutely loved it and it’s turned into a lot of good services where trust has been formed, and that’s what I’m going for here.” His ingenious business model came about after he identified a gap in professional bicycle maintenance in Australia. “I’ve seen this constant

theme of bikes turning up for maintenance that are completely at the end of their tether and every part needs replacing,” he said. Professional workshops can be pricey when people only need minor work done, and your typical cyclist would have no idea how to conduct routine maintenance on their bikes. It’s there that Simon’s pay-asyou-like model taps into a market most cyclists didn’t know they needed until they pass his Bowen Park pop-up. “It’s quite difficult, you wouldn’t charge someone for pumping up their tyres, but they might have valued that, so the gist of this step is pay what you want,” he said. “And if you don’t know, I’m happy to let you know what it would be in a store.” Read an extended version of this story at canberraweekly.com.au - Denholm Samaras

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Healthy waterways, healthy city Canberra’s lakes and waterways are a central part of life in the capital. As a child, my favourite thing to do as a treat was to hire a paddle boat on Lake Burley Griffin with my parents. Nowadays, my husband and I love getting out on the lakes in our tandem kayak, getting that unique water level view of the banks and the birds that inhabit them as well as some exercise. My experiences are the norm for many Canberrans. Head out to any Canberra lakeside park or reserve on a weekend and you’ll see families getting together for picnics, children’s birthday parties, and parents teaching their children how to ride bikes and walk the dog. And these spaces have become even more important recently during lockdown. Almost half of our threatened animals and one-quarter of threatened plants live in urban areas. But we are letting many of these assets go to waste, with the health of our urban waterways often fragile. For too long, our rivers, creeks and wetlands have been treated like drains and left to become polluted and filthy. The ACT Government has invested heavily

to improve our waterways, including restoring natural wetlands such as those at Lyneham in place of cement drains and educating the community on ways they can help. The ACT Commissioner for Sustainability and the Environment is also busy investigating the state of the territory’s lakes and waterways. Hundreds of community groups across the country are taking action to clean up their local waterways for everyone to enjoy. Here in my electorate groups such as the Molonglo, Ginninderra and Southern Catchment groups, SEE-Change and the Climate Factory work hard to improve and care for our urban waterways and their surrounds. It’s why I welcome Labor’s recent $200 million commitment to fix urban rivers and catchments. If Labor wins government, it will work with these dedicated community groups and local and state governments to regenerate their waterways and catchment areas - restoring precious habitat and creating valuable recreational spaces for local communities. The Urban Rivers and Catchments Program will provide grants for as many as 100

projects – and I will be advocating hard to secure grants for projects in Canberra. Works will include creating wetlands to slow water flow and filter pollutants from stormwater before it reaches our rivers, returning concreted waterways back to their natural state, and revegetation and tree planting. The repaired and restored waterways will, in turn, deliver improvements to water quality and the local environment, provide a much-needed sanctuary for wildlife, improve open spaces for kids and families to enjoy, and create local jobs. Citizen science and education projects for preschoolers and school age children will ensure the good work will be protected and continue for future generations. It’s an exciting commitment which will have real benefit to communities across the country. Labor knows healthy waterways help build a healthy city. This policy will give them the care and protection they deserve - continuing Labor’s strong record of delivering environmental policies which deliver results.

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Some 13-year-olds do commit serious crime, Shane Long-suffering Canberra citizens are going to be used as guinea pigs for another social experiment, this time by our Greens Attorney-General raising the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 years. All other states and the NT are considering raising it from 10 to 12. The current law is that if a child is aged between 10 to 13 inclusive, they can be charged and convicted of a crime provided the court is satisfied they knew what they did was wrong. Unless it is a very serious offence, children that young are not locked up, and if they are, there are meant to be programs in juvenile justice institutions to help them rehabilitate. The system works. Unfortunately, some young people (usually aged 12 or 13 years but sometimes younger) do commit serious crimes – right up to and including murder. A recent example that springs to mind is the brutal home invasion of Wallaby great Toutai Kefu’s Brisbane home by three 15-year-olds and one 13-year-old armed with machetes. The four were charged with attempted murder. ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr is backing

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Mr Rattenbury on this so it will become law. This means that if the 13-year-old Queenslander committed the attempted murder in the ACT, he would get off scot-free. I have prosecuted and defended a number of disturbed 12- and 13-year-olds over the years for serious crimes like arson, robbery, and serious assaults. All of them knew what they were doing was wrong. Some came from dreadful homes and were safer in our then juvenile justice institution, Quamby, than they would be at home. I recall the officers at Quamby did their best to rehabilitate them – and in many cases succeeded. Make no mistake, this experiment by the Greens/ALP government will lead to some Canberrans being seriously injured, suffer financial loss, and possibly even death at the hands of young people who will not be able to be prosecuted and, if need be, incarcerated for the community’s safety and for their own good. They may also miss out on rehabilitation. At least in the rest of Australia the age will only be raised to 12. There are a lot fewer 10- and

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11-year-olds committing serious crimes than there are 12- and 13-year-olds. Raising the age to 12 has some logic. Nearly all children up to 12 are in primary school and nearly all children 12-plus are in high school. Puberty usually kicks in at around the age of 12, too. Many 13-year-olds are well into high school – Year 8 or 9. I cannot recall anyone I’ve met in Years 8 or 9 who didn’t know right from wrong. Politicians rarely have to personally pay for the consequences of their actions and it will not be Mr Rattenbury and his Greens/ALP colleagues who will suffer the consequences of this move but ordinary Canberrans and, quite possibly, the young offenders themselves. 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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Matthew Mavity was appointed the new Chief Officer of ACT Fire and Rescue last week – the Territory’s first homegrown Chief Officer. Mr Mavity joined the service as a recruit almost 25 years ago, and has acted as fire chief since April. Community service motivates him, Mr Mavity said. He served in the ADF and worked in private enterprise before joining the fire service a quarter century ago. He has moved through the ranks as a fire management specialist within the ACT Emergency Service Agency. Mr Mavity was senior incident controller during the 2019/20 bushfires, then, as part of an 18-month Executive Development Program, acted as Chief Fire Officer since April. He said that coming through the service gives him “an intimate knowledge” of the organisation, the

Approximately 15 hectares of land at the University of Canberra (UC) in Belconnen has been acquisitioned by Peet Limited for around $67 million. Peet managing director and CEO, Brendan Gore, said the conditional agreement between UC for the joint land development, announced in April 2016, has been restructured in the acquisition. “This restructured deal has been negotiated on capital efficient terms and allows Peet 100 per cent control of an exciting and innovative project that will be integrated with the broader UC campus masterplan,” Mr Gore said. “The Property has the potential to deliver more than 1,600 residences through a mix of townhouses and apartments and more than 1,000 townhouses

people in it, and of what Canberra needs. Mr Mavity said his first priority was to stabilise the organisation. Many firies were retiring, while the fire service was growing. But the Fire and Rescue service is exceeding the minimum number of people the Enterprise Agreement commits them to recruit, he said. The ACT United Firefighters Union hoped Mr Mavity would “demonstrate the leadership required to overcome the many challenges facing ACT Fire and Rescue”, including the construction and renovation of fire stations lagging behind schedule; machinery and clothing not provided five years after trials; crew increases not delivered; officers underpaid; and a promised education program yet to be developed. The Union said these overdue priorities were urgent.

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All eyes on Sadia Nabila Canberra’s own Sadia Nabila is set to grace our silver screen once more in the upcoming Bangladeshi action-thriller, Mission Extreme (2021). This will be her second film screened in Australia, the first being her Bollywood premiere, Pareshaan Parinda (2018). Nabila told Canberra Weekly she’s thrilled to finally be catering for both her hometowns at once, with Mission Extreme filmed in her home country of Bangladesh, and to be Xtreme-screened in Canberra on Saturday 4 December. “You feel closer to a project when you’re speaking to your people,” she said. “And I can’t say how excited I am that the movie’s going to be shown in Canberra, which has been my home for nine years.” Mission Extreme is directed by real-life police officer Sunny Sanwar, inspired by several of his lived encounters. “Usually when we watch a film, it takes two and a half hours of our lives and then we leave the theatre,” said Nabila. “With this film, many won’t realise that these incidents are taken from real life. People have really gone through these situations.” Mission Extreme is part one in a duology taking place after the events of hit Bengali film, Dhaka Attack (2017), which Sanwar cowrote. Nabila said she was attracted to the role of police officer, Era, by her power in a male-dominated field. Although in completely different fields, Nabila shares a common drive with her character, that she rode all the way to Dhaliwood. She was just five years old when she first took to the stage. She had always gazed up at the glamorous women on TV, insisting to her mother, and military father, that would be her someday. Nabila made it her mission to prove to everyone, including her small town of Saidpur, that she was meant for the spotlight. “I was such a drama queen,”

laughed the now 26-year-old actress and model. “But I just knew that’s what I wanted to do, and I was blessed that my parents supported me, despite no one in our family being in entertainment.” Nabila started modelling after high school. In 2017, she was the only Bangladeshi contender selected for Miss India Worldwide. With her piercing eyes and unwavering confidence, she walked away with the prize for first runner-up, and an offer for her role in Pareshaan Parinda. Bangladesh’s entertainment industry, known as Dhaliwood, lies separate from India’s Bollywood. Nabila, who also models in Australia, jetsetted between the three prior to the pandemic. Now Nabila is a household name in Saidpur. However, she confesses, there will always be naysayers. “Saidpur was a small city, a lot like Canberra. Everyone knows everyone. “I had people telling my parents, ‘You shouldn’t let your daughter be in media, why are you doing that?’ Questioning my intelligence, this and that. “Particularly as Asian women, the arts career path can be very hard at times. We won’t always get support, from either our families or our societies. “You will have your own doubts about your future too, time to time, because no one knows what is going to happen. “I just want to say to girls like me: the best version of yourself can’t be living someone else’s life,” she said. “Outsiders are outsiders for a reason. You will always have bad feedback, and good feedback. As much as we can, take the good things from others, and put it in ourselves, and discard the rotten. “Once your family sees you following your passion and working hard, eventually they will understand. Just keep on following your heart, and don’t stop. Just keep on going.” - Anja de Rozario

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Are you confident with a camera or proficient with a paintbrush or pencil? Council on the Ageing (COTA) ACT invite you to take part in their 2022 Silver is Gold Community Photography and Art competitions. There are great prizes to win and the finalists’ photographs and artworks will go on display as part of a touring exhibition around Canberra. Your subject matter should feature an older person or persons (at least 55 years of age) and should portray the value, contribution and importance of older people in our community. Photographs can be black and white or colour, captured by camera or digital device.

Art entries can use stretched canvas, paper, cardboard, watercolours, acrylic paint, pencil, crayon, charcoal or mixed media materials.

The deadline for this competition is 5pm, Friday 8 April and there are six age categories for both the photography and the art competitions. So grab a granny, snap up a senior or escape with an elder to your favourite location - and show us just how original and outstanding your favourite oldie is. Because Silver is Gold … and we’d love for your art to celebrate this. For more information and entry details: visit cotaact.org.au or contact us by email at events@cotaact.org.au or by phone (02) 6282 3777.

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Vinnies opens in Mitchell AMC program up for award Officially opening on Wednesday 1 December, the new Vinnies op shop in Mitchell is getting its final touches just in time for Christmas, and is looking for volunteers to help. Area Manager for Vinnies North ACT, Gary Crowder, said the new store, at 32 Hoskins Street, is an expansion of the Vinnies Warehouse in Mitchell, and was needed after an increase in Canberrans requiring their services during the pandemic. “If we can get everything right, we might do a soft opening hopefully as soon as this Friday [26 November]. I’m excited about the vibe and feel of the new shop and I think it’s quite interesting to see a Vinnies in an industrial area,” Mr Crowder said. “We’re looking to open Monday through to Saturday, so we’re

looking for volunteers for any of those days.” Acting CEO of Vinnies, Michelle Colefax, said volunteers will find the work both rewarding and meaningful, and there’s a role for everyone. “We’re inviting people wanting to help us make a difference to contact us to find out how they can be part of our mission, especially in the lead up to the busy festive season,” Ms Colefax said. “We know these past two years have been especially tough for many of our fellow Canberrans and those around our region and this a perfect time to lend a hand. By volunteering, you get to meet some wonderful people and gain new skills too.” To discover more about volunteering with Vinnies, visit vinnies.org.au

An indoor rowing program for detainees at the Alexander Maconochie Centre (AMC) has been announced as a 2021 CBR Sport Awards Finalist. The month-long program was administered by Rowing ACT in March/April this year following a similar program run for veterans and their families in September 2020. Rowing ACT president, Alison Creagh, told Canberra Weekly they felt a similar initiative for detainees could be effective. “It’s really about building community and getting fit and, at the same time, enjoying each other’s company through a shared interest,” she said. The program culminated in the detainees participating as a team in an Anzac Day indoor rowing challenge – the Colgan Cup - where

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they achieved beyond Creagh’s expectations. The challenge required participants to row as many instances of 2504 metres as possible in acknowledgement of Anzac Day falling on 25 April. The 12-person AMC team chalked up 70,112 metres; the largest group entry with the highest result across Australia and New Zealand. But it wasn’t just their performance on the ergs that impressed Creagh. The day began with the detainees paying tribute to someone they know or are related to who have either served or are serving our country. A veteran herself, Creagh was touched by the testimonials offered. Read an extended version of this story at canberraweekly.com.au - Denholm Samaras

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GIVIT seeks grocery and clothing vouchers As Canberra emerged from over two months in lockdown and students returned to the classroom, the actual impacts of this period started to emerge. As more and more youth workers connected with senior-level students, they discovered that families had been going weeks without income, living well below the poverty line, and in some cases, at risk of homelessness. GIVIT is working alongside education teams across the ACT to ensure that no family goes without the essentials. Many youth workers are also finding that senior students are now struggling with the reality that they may not participate in their Year 10 formal and celebrations. This divide of income leads to severe impacts on youth mental health, self-esteem and can lead to young people feeling ostracised from their peers as they struggle to take part. GIVIT is calling upon generous Canberrans to fund the purchase of essential vouchers for students and their families. Having the extra funds to put food on the table, purchase a new pair of shoes or even allow a student to attend formal will make a world of difference to the lives of many young Canberrans. To donate, visit givit.org.au/ whats-needed, search category ‘Vouchers’, 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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Christmas Sparkle Markets For fabulous Christmas gifts, come along on Saturday 4 December 10am-2pm to the Pearce Community Centre Christmas Sparkle Markets on Collett Place, Pearce. Supported by the Rotary Club of Woden Daybreak, the markets are held in conjunction with the Pearce Crafters Market with proceeds supporting local, national and international Rotary projects. Enjoy stalls with a Christmas focus including arts and crafts, plants, food and non-alcoholic beverages, toys, skincare, bric-abrac, primary produce, clothing including children’s wear, homeware, jewellery and accessories, books and quality second-hand goods. More info: email wodendaybreak_markets@outlook.com

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The annual Canberra and Region Motorcyclists Toy Run, proudly organised by the Motorcycle Riders Association ACT, is again being hosted at Old Parliament House and will support the Salvation Army and St John’s Care. The 2021 Toy Run marks 41 years of fundraising by the motorcycling community in support of those members of the community less fortunate, during the festive season, and has raised tens of thousands of dollars in cash and gifts since the start of the event. Over 1,000 bikes and riders are expected to gather at Old Parliament House on Saturday 4 December from 8am for breakfast before the ride-out procession starts at 10am. The ACT community is invited to come along, support the riders, and see the decorated bikes and riders! You can meet the riders at Old Parliament House before they leave, watch them ride along Adelaide Avenue or join them for the presentation of gifts back at Old Parliament House. You too can bring a gift or donate; every dollar raised or present given will benefit Canberrans in need. More info: mraact.org.au

Casting for Recovery The ACT Fly Fishers Club will run its 7th Casting for Recovery (CfR) Retreat on 18-20 March 2022. CfR is a program which seeks to enhance the quality of life of women recovering from breast cancer treatment through the gentle sport of fly fishing. This free weekend retreat offers comfortable accommodation, meals, transport and fishing equipment. No fishing experience is required. Participants will receive tuition from experienced and patient fly fishers. Women of all ages and at all stages of recovery are welcome, provided they are stable on treatment. Eligible women can register their interest at www.castingforrecovery.org.au along with full details of the weekend’s program, short videos and testimonials by past participants. The ACT Fly Fishers offers this retreat as a contribution to the local community at no costs to the participants. canberraweekly.com.au

Good Shepherd Community Church in Chisholm, corner Hambidge Crescent and Proctor Street, behind the Chisholm shops) will be holding a massive sale on Saturday 27 November 8am-12noon. Featuring good quality household goods, bric-a-brac, clothing, plants, books, jewellery, kitchen items, pictures, some furniture and more. The items will be mostly under cover with COVID-safe protocols in place.

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Dance for Wellbeing classes ZEST: Dance for Wellbeing classes are movement classes designed for adults who want to keep their body and brain active and healthy. Catering Dance for Wellbeing Class, Belconnen Arts Centre. Photographer: Lorna Sim for all levels of mobility, ability and experience, classes start sitting on a chair, with options to stand and travel. No previous dance experience is necessary. Face-to-face classes have now resumed at Belconnen and Tuggeranong Arts Centres throughout the week – just turn up and enjoy! Online classes continue. During November, regular participants are invited to bring a guest for free. More info: visit zestdwb.blogspot.com, email ZestDWB@gmail.com or call 0417 417 182.

CWA Belconnen Christmas stall CWA Belconnen’s ‘Get In Early For Christmas’ Stall will be on Saturday 4 December from 9am at Charnwood Shops. Come along and check out the lovely handcrafted gifts, beautiful jams, and other goodies! Funds raised go to local and CWA supported charities. Enquiries: cwabelconnen@gmail.com

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Head to the newly refurbished McDonald’s Dickson, corner Badham Street and Dickson Place, for their family fun day on Saturday 4 December at 11am – or enjoy exclusive offers over the weekend of 3-5 December.

McDonald’s Dickson grand reopening Come one, come all! No need to leave the kids at grandma’s next weekend; there’s loads of entertainment at the grand reopening of McDonald’s Dickson, taking place Saturday 4 December with festivities kicking off at 11am. The golden arches on the corner of Badham Street and Dickson Place welcome you back with oodles of fun for kids, including a jumping castle, a magic show, and even a visit from Ronald McDonald. Come by for a super special meet n’ greet with the clown himself! Escape the weather and climb into the brand new, two-storey indoor playground. Children 14 and under can be the first players to try out the colourful castle, rebuilt for the first time in decades

and ready for a ton of fun. Wave to Mum and Dad from the doublestorey windows. And the party doesn’t stop there – on this day only you can get McGiveaways through a lucky dip of toys, books and more, for kids of all ages. From 10.30am until midnight, Friday to Sunday 3-5 December, McDonald’s Dickson is treating its customers to $2 McCafé coffees, $1 sundaes and cheeseburgers, and hash browns for just 50 cents – deals the whole family can enjoy (limit of four per transaction). “We’re extremely proud and honoured to reinvest into the community by providing better facilities for our customers and our staff,” says restaurant owner, Hani Sidaros. McDonald’s Dickson has been

fitted with brand new indoor and outdoor seating, so whether you’re going for a late-night snack, seeking a study spot with plenty of charging points and free Wi-Fi, or just planning on enjoying the warmer weather, they’ve got you covered. “We’ve given the whole store a facelift from the inside out.” The Dickson team’s number one priority in the refurb was to invest back into the community by creating a smoother restaurant experience all around. That means more kiosks for touch-and-go ordering, dedicated space for McCafé diners, and upgraded

restroom facilities for customers to appreciate. Still more comfortable with contactless pickup? No problem. McDonald’s Dickson has put extra effort into improving their drive-through, keeping pace with the times. Their new “fast forward” drive-through window provides customers with a smooth experience. Still not convinced? Come by and see for yourself. “The staff are excited to welcome back customers into our new and improved family restaurant,” says Hani.

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The movement to go meatless one day a week reminds us that we don’t need a handful of people being vegetarian perfectly, rather millions of people doing it imperfectly. Here’s a couple of recipes to help with those baby steps. WITH TASTE EDITOR, ANJA DE ROZARIO Joe’s Family Food by Joe Wicks, Published by Bluebird, RRP $44.99, Photography by Andrew Burton.

Indian spiced chickpea burgers Serves 4 400g tin of chickpeas, drained and rinsed 3 tsp shop-bought curry paste (korma works well) Grated zest of 1 lemon 10g coriander, stems finely chopped and leaves roughly chopped 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 80g breadcrumbs 1 Tbsp coconut oil Cauliflower raita 300g cauliflower 150g natural yoghurt Juice of 1/2 lemon 10g mint leaves, finely chopped Salt and pepper To serve 4 burger buns, toasted 4 Tbsp mango chutney 4 lettuce leaves 4 Tbsp shop-bought crispy fried onions 34

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To make the burger mixture, place the chickpeas, curry paste, lemon zest and fresh coriander in a food processor and blitz until the mixture comes together. If you don’t have a food processor you can mash the mixture with a fork instead. Mix the red onion and breadcrumbs into the chickpeas and shape into 4 patties. To make the raita, shave the raw cauliflower with a mandoline or sharp knife into thin slices and place in a bowl. Mix the yoghurt in a bowl with the lemon juice and mint, season to taste with salt and pepper and fold into the cauliflower. Heat the coconut oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat, add the burgers and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown on both sides. Assemble the burgers by spreading the base of the toasted buns with mango chutney, then topping with the lettuce followed by the chickpea patties. Pile the cauliflower raita on top of each burger and sprinkle with the crispy fried onions. Place the bun lids on top and squash down a little with the palm of your hand to serve.

Lemon + courgette puff pastry tart Serves 4 3 courgettes Small bunch of basil Grated zest of 1 lemon 1 clove garlic, crushed Salt and pepper 2 Tbsp olive oil 320g packet of ready rolled puff pastry (remove it from the fridge 15 minutes before needed) 2 Tbsp sundried tomato paste 250g ricotta cheese 20g toasted pine nuts, to serve Preheat the oven to 240°C and line a baking tray with baking paper. Peel the courgettes into ribbons and place the ribbons in a large bowl. Finely shred half the basil leaves and add them to the courgettes along with half the lemon zest, the crushed garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, some freshly ground black pepper and the olive oil. Toss everything together to evenly coat the courgette. Unroll the pastry and place it on the lined baking tray. Using the point of a sharp knife, score a line 1cm from the edge all the way round the outside of the pastry to form a frame. Prick the inside rectangle of pastry a couple of times with a fork, then spread the inside rectangle with the sundried tomato paste. Add the courgettes, piling them on top and bake in the oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the courgettes are tinged golden brown and the pastry is cooked through. While the pastry is cooking, mix the ricotta in a bowl with the remaining lemon zest and season with salt and pepper. When the pastry is out of the oven, add blobs of the seasoned ricotta, scatter over the remaining basil leaves and sprinkle over the pine nuts to serve.

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Local singer-songwriter Kim Yang has long loved the intimate, community-focused environment of the National Folk Festival. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

The 2022 National Folk Festival will mark new Festival Artistic Director Katie Noonan’s first at the helm. File photo: Kerrie Brewer.

Fully fledged 2022 National Folk Festival to return to EPIC Come Easter weekend 2022, the National Folk Festival will return to its spiritual home of Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC) for their “biggest iteration yet” after exactly three years away. Over 200 acts will perform across 12 stages spanning EPIC’s substantive footprint, while all the usual food, market stalls, workshops, craft, dance, and art that make the festival special will return. The occasion will not just mark a return to normality for ‘the Folky’ after one fully cancelled festival and this year’s pared-back Good Folk in Queanbeyan. It is, in fact, the Folky’s 55th birthday next year, and 30 years of the festival running in Canberra. The 2022 Folky will mark new Festival Artistic Director Katie Noonan’s first at the helm. Bringing passion, vigour, and a clear vision to the role, Noonan’s first festival will emphasise the themes of home and family. “We’ll have an eclectic smorgasbord of amazing artists across multi-generations all coming together to celebrate home, belonging and family,” she said. “These values of the festival have never wavered, starting all those years ago the goal was to create a meeting place of sharing of ideas, stories and songs.” Noonan’s own vision comes to the fore 36

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via several initiatives including a strong First Nations focus. “For me it was very important we chat to and be informed by our elders, the Ngunnawal people, and thankfully I’ve been very lovingly welcomed into those discussions. “That sense of country where we are is embedded through the whole festival.” Increased participation and community engagement is another priority to be implemented in part by the all-new Folk Family Choir (already 500+ strong), and an expanded workshop program. A second Session Bar, a favourite of many latenight raconteurs, chanteurs and chanteuses, will be another welcome addition. While festivalgoers almost religiously gather from across the country over the Easter long weekend, a strong contingent of its 80,000+ attendees are locals. Noonan has sought to honour that in her programming by ensuring Canberra has robust representation in the musical line-up. One such Canberra performer set to feature is singer-songwriter Kim Yang. A festival stalwart, Yang has long loved the intimate, communityfocused environment of the Folky. “For me it’s all about getting back to the community again, gathering with other people and

enjoying live music together,” Yang said. “It’s just really nice to chat with people and hear how they’ve followed the festival over the years; there’s actually some hardcore fans. “It feels like you belong straight away.” Yang also loves making the most of the Folky’s festival atmosphere by bouncing between venues to bask in the array of acts on stage at any one time. “I’m fond of other singer-songwriters and this is the best place to be where you can jump to different tents and watch performers from interstate,” she said. “This is the place to be where I can have that intimate environment and listen to songwriters tell their stories.” As well as her solo performances, Yang has been handpicked by Noonan to be part of a 14-woman tribute performance honouring Joni Mitchell. Other local performers include Omar Musa and Fred Smith, while headlining interstate acts like Kate Ceberano, Josh Pyke, and gypsy-jazz ensemble Cigány Weaver are all booked for the 2022 National Folk Festival. “We’re very excited to share our spectacular collection of artists with you soon,” Noonan said. For more information and to register for early-bird tickets, visit folkfestival.org.au - Denholm Samaras

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Book talk Jeff Popple recommends five books to put under the tree this Christmas. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com The Dark Hours by Michael Connelly Allen & Unwin, $32.99

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Michael Connelly has been one of the world’s leading crime fiction writers for several years now and his novels always make for an ideal Christmas present. His latest, The Dark Hours, is an enjoyable read, set against a searing portrait of Los Angeles in 2021. It features his always popular character, retired policeman Harry Bosch, who teams up with LAPD Detective Renèe Ballard to solve a New Year’s Eve murder, which has links back to an old case that he worked on. Exciting, topical, full of social commentary and highly entertaining, it will be greatly appreciated by the crime reader in your family.

A Year in Fleurville by Felicita Sala Scribble, $27.99

AUSTRALIAN CHRISTMAS BUSHDANCE AND PICNIC Come and join the Monaro Folk Society for a Christmas Party at STAGE 88. Open to everyone, a great opportunity to meet up after a trying year. BYO picnic, listen to live music, dance on the lawn, or join in the bush dancing on the Stage (no experience needed).

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This exquisite book is a terrific present for children and families. Lovingly illustrated, it follows the people of Fleurville as they work in their gardens, harvest vegetables, cook meals and find comfort in the cycle of life. A fun and environmentally minded picture book, it also serves as a mini guide to gardening and vegetables, and is a good introduction to cooking. Filled with tasty recipes from all over the world, it has simple instructions perfect for young chefs. It also promotes a nice sense of community and family, and provides some good recycling tips. A practical and fun book for kids.

Midnight in the Snow by Karen Swan Macmillan, $32.99

The annual seasonal romance by Karen Swan is always a welcomed present and her latest, Midnight in the Snow, offers some amusing moments and plenty of romance. Film maker Clover Phillips finds herself in the Austrian Alps pursuing reluctant snowboarder Kit Foley, who wants nothing to do with her documentary. Determined to find out the secrets in Foley’s past, Clover pushes on regardless of the consequences and her growing feelings for the athlete. Well-crafted and glamorous, with some vivid descriptions of the Alps, this is an enchanting read. A nice gift for romantics and those after a pleasant, engaging novel.

A Dog’s Best Friend by Laura Greaves Penguin, $34.99

Journalist and self-proclaimed ‘crazy dog lady’ Laura Greaves, is back with another uplifting book that explores the relationships that dogs create with unlikely companions. Dogs are known as ‘man’s best friend’, but in this uplifting book, Laura shows that they can also be good friends to other species. A Dog’s Best Friend contains several unlikely relationships, from the German Shepherd and the fox who play together in the Norwegian snow, to another German Shepherd who has befriended a wallaroo, to a tiny chihuahua who is best friends with a llama. Accompanied with great photos, this is a must for all dog lovers.

Better Off Dead by Lee Child and Andrew Child Bantam, $32

Jack Reacher is the classic action figure. A former military policeman who roams America like a modernday Western hero, Reacher appeals to a wide range of readers and the novels by Lee Child are regularly found on the top of bestseller lists. Better Off Dead is the second co-written effort by Child and his brother, Andrew, who is gradually taking over responsibility for the series. The book finds Reacher in a small Arizonan town helping an army veteran turned FBI agent find her missing twin brother, who has found himself in trouble. A good, light holiday read for your Reacher aficionado.

Now showing Kurup (PG) Deputy Superintendent of police, Krishnadas (Indrajith Sukumaran) is packing up his office after 30 years on the force. While Krishnadas is celebrating his retirement and many achievements, an officer spots a sole book left in the office which details notes on the life and investigation of India’s most wanted fugitive: Sukumara Kurup (Dulquer Salmaan). The movie is an Indian Malayalamlanguage epic crime-thriller that spans the 1960s, ‘70s and 2000s. Based on the true life and crimes of fugitive Kurup, it is shot and scored like Denis Villeneuve’s Sicario; beautifully rich and desaturated colour grading accompanied by deep cello and plunging violin strings. After being introduced to the charming and playful larrikin signing up to India’s Airforce, Kurup

slowly becomes constrained by his new surroundings; his burning ambition and rebellious nature forcing him to operate outside the law. Kurup undergoes a change in mood and becomes obsessed with finding anonymity and the freedom to achieve easy success, leading to the first of his long list of crimes. Like Quentin Tarantino’s The Hateful 8, the story is told in a non-linear fashion with no stone left unturned. We flash back and forward, exploring singular events from multiple perspectives. Twists and turns abound at a comfortable pace due to the movie’s generous playtime. The strong cast play their rounded characters fully, none more so than Shine Tom Chacko as the chilling villain, Pilla. Verdict: An enthralling crime epic covering a fascinating character in the vein of Villeneuve and David Fincher. 4 stars. Viewed at Dendy Canberra. - Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net

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What’s on

MULAN: A blockbuster show includes a cast of over 250 dancers aged nine years to adult at Erindale Theatre, Wanniassa, 4 December 5pm and 8pm; trybooking.com/BMVMJ

BUILT – CONTEMPORARY CERAMICS: A group exhibition at Beaver Galleries, Deakin, until 12 December; beavergalleries.com.au

KOPASETIC: The roots, reggae, folk outfit launch their new single Petrified at The Street, City West, 4 December 7.30pm; thestreet.org.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 WALKING DEADS: Australia’s premiere Talking Heads tribute show play Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah, 26 November 7.30pm; events. humantix.com 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 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 CCAS MANUKA: Hosts solo exhibition Headlands by Peter Van Der Maele, 26 November- 5 December; ccas.com.au OMAR MUSA: The Queanbeyan artist launches his new book Killernova at the National Portrait Gallery, 27 November 1-2pm and 3-4pm; portrait.gov.au HANDMADE CANBERRA: Online Christmas Market, 27 November 9am-9pm; handmadecanberra.com.au END OF YEAR BUSH DANCE: Monaro Folk Society hosts a BYO picnic with live music at Stage 88, Commonwealth Park, Sunday 28 November 4-8pm; free event. SUNDAY ROAST: Relax, recharge, and reconnect with loved ones over lunch at Pialligo Estate Glasshouse, 28 November 11.30am-2.30pm; thepialligoestate.com.au WE LOVE LOCAL: Free live music Sunday

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

Sesame Street Circus Spectacular Christmas Edition at Majura Park, 1-23 December.

APIA GOOD TIMES TOUR: An all-star line-up of John Paul Young, Deborah Conway and more at Canberra Theatre, 6 December 7.30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

afternoons 28 November and 5, 12, 19 December at Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo. Bookings recommended: wine@tallagandrahill.com.au

THE TEN TENORS: Australia’s premier vocal group bring their special 25th anniversary tour to Canberra Theatre, 8 December 2pm and 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

THAT POETRY THING: Smith’s Alternative hosts India Kazakoff and the Words Alive All Stars, Monday 29 November 7-9pm; smithsalternative.com

LIVE COMEDY @ VERITY LANE: 12 of Canberra’s best local comedians in a massive show at Verity Lane, Civic, 8 December 7.30pm; comedyact.com.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, 30 November 7.30pm; canberratheatrencentre.com.au

FAREWELL TO 2021: The final Wesley Music Centre Lunchtime concert for 2021 featuring the Wesley Music Scholars, 8 December 12.40pm; trybooking.com/BVNMJ

SESAME STREET CIRCUS SPECTACULAR: Christmas Edition featuring all your favourite Sesame Street characters and a cast of international circus stars at the Majura Park big top, 1-23 December; sesamestreetcircus.com.au

DANIEL CHAMPAGNE: The young singersongwriter and guitar virtuoso plays The Street, City West, Friday 10 December; thestreet.org.au AARWUN GALLERY: The Gold Creek art space hosts Ken Knight’s 2021 exhibition Flow & Ebb, 10 December-9 January; aarwungallery.com

FLAZEDA: A host of alternate performing arts classes have recommenced at the Belconnen dance studio; flazedahub.com/learn

JEFFREY SMART: The NGA’s new major exhibition celebrating 100 years since the birth of the iconic Australian artist opens 11 December; nga.gov.au

JOHNNY REYNOLDS BAND: A highly engaging funky, blues atmospheric rock show at Harmonie German Club, 2 December 7pm; Eventbrite.

CANBERRA BIG BAND COLLECTIVE: Are putting on afternoon special of hot swinging big band music at Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah 12 December 2-4pm; trybooking.com/833587

CSO SUMMER PROM: Canberra Symphony Orchestra presents a wonderful evening of live music on the Lawns of Government House, Saturday 4 December 6pm; cso.org.au

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Over the past 18 months, Tania Zeine has expanded her BARJA capsule wardrobe from six to 14 pieces.

Local small business has big heart

Canberra entrepreneur Tania Zeine has launched her own plussize fashion brand, BARJA the label, for women like her who don’t fit Australia’s “standard of beauty”. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

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“Usually, small businesses are birthed out of positive experiences … BARJA was birthed out of frustration. Frustration at the lack of inclusivity in the mainstream fashion industry.” Tania Zeine was born to Lebanese parents who escaped their former country during a time of civil war. She was brought up by the warmth and strength of Middle Eastern women who would become her lifelong role models. As years went by, she developed a love-hate relationship with fashion, loving style, but constantly disappointed that her heroes weren’t shown as meeting Western beauty standards. Moreover, as a plus-size woman she could never find clothing she enjoyed, limited to the small, familiar corners at the back of department stores. Eighteen months ago, Tania reached her breaking point, yanking the matter into her own hands by creating BARJA the label – an online capsule wardrobe catering for women size 12-26. “I wanted pieces that were versatile, timeless and comfortable. But also, ultra-stretchy, zip-free and contoured naturally to the female figure, whatever figure that may be. “At the same time, I want BARJA to be so much more than just a fashion label, I want to use it as a platform to advocate on what size inclusivity should

look like.” Currently, Tania works with Brisbane-based wholesalers, selecting and modelling the clothes on herself. Soon she’ll be opening a new chapter, working with manufacturers to design her own pieces. Her driving goal is to give young plus-size women the options they’ve been sorely missing. “Sure, there are big clothing brands that are trying, but we’re still very underrepresented. I know what I’m doing isn’t ground-breaking, but if I can also be another option for a girl my size when she’s shopping, then that means everything to me. “My first collection was six items and I named them after every woman in my family who has inspired me.” As BARJA grew, Tania expanded her marketed wardrobe to 14 pieces. “I try to name every item of clothing after a Middle Eastern woman who is breaking the glass ceiling in their own right. “If I can help give voices to brown women in the tiniest bit, then watch me scream from the rooftops,” Tania laughed. Her reward for pushing past the intimidation she felt of starting BARJA, particularly with no fashion background, was messages from happy customers with backgrounds just like hers.

“Women who grew up the same way I did, who say ‘you have helped me wear a tight dress for the first time in five years’. It makes me cry sometimes. “I received messages like, ‘I got so excited when I saw the names of your clothes. For once it’s not the ‘Sarah dress’ or the ‘Emily dress.’ No, it’s Jawarah, or Nawal!” she exclaimed happily. “We’re starved of representation, so when you get a drop of it, you feel seen. You feel heard.” BARJA caters for modest wardrobes, as well as bodycon pieces tailored for plus-size bodies. “We all want to be able to love ourselves effortlessly. I hope for that one day. At the moment, it can be very disheartening for young brown girls growing up in a society that says the standard of beauty is small, skinny, hairless women. “That was never me. Not even at 12 years old. “When you grow up in a world that tells you to be something different, the only person who can validate you is yourself. “I want BARJA to be a voice that says, ‘your body is okay’. Your body doesn’t have to be sexy for anyone other than you. The thoughts that whisper ‘what do I need to fix’ are not your own. Unlearn them. Your body doesn’t have to be anything for anybody. It just has to keep you alive.” Check out the range at barjathelabel.com canberraweekly.com.au

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Happy Uterus’s happy community “On my down days there are people in the endo community

Nat van Dartel’s new Happy Uterus gift packs, for self-care tailored to endometriosis symptoms, will be available at the Haig Park Village Markets on 5 and 19 December. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

who will build me back up,” says local woman, Nat van Dartel. Endo, short for Endometriosis, is a condition in which the tissue that normally lines the uterus grows outside of it, often leading to exceptionally painful periods. Recent studies show that an estimated one in 15 Australian women, born 1989-95, have been diagnosed with endometriosis before the age of 30. Nat didn’t intend on finding a community when she created the first ‘Happy Uterus’ - a wearable heat pack to relieve endo symptoms - but the increase in diagnoses found her at the centre of one. “Women of all ages, some have been going through their endo journey for a long time on their own. Others are just starting,

looking for recommendations for specialists, often having just moved to Canberra.” Nat has become what she calls an “in-betweener,” facilitating connections between members of the endo community. Through conversations around her stall at the Haig Park Village Markets, and on the Happy Uterus Instagram page, the community shares with one another their pain, relief, and wider experiences in society. “It’s definitely still uncomfortable for people to talk about, some people feel uncomfortable bringing it up in workplaces,” said Nat. “If someone feels uncomfortable when you tell them about your period, you have to remember that says more about them as an employer than it does about you.

“Within the Happy Uterus community, I try to emphasise that endo is a condition I have, rather than suffer from. I try to turn it around and show that while it’s a part of me, it’s not my whole identity, because that can be really isolating. Happy Uterus’s “monthly wrap ups” share Nat’s own endo journey on Instagram, as well as the total money raised from the donations that come with every purchase, “so people feel like they’re part of that story”. “I call the Happy Uterus an educational advocacy platform that also sells products, rather than just a business.” Catch Nat and the Happy Uterus at the Haig Park Village Markets on 5 and 19 December. - Anja de Rozario

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Each room throughout this airy three-bedroom home is light filled and flows effortlessly into the next, exuding luxury and charm. The generous master bedroom boasts a large walk-in wardrobe, and a newly renovated ensuite featuring a luxurious spa bath, underfloor heating, and floor-toceiling blue tiling. The remaining two bedrooms are spacious and bright, with one including a built-in wardrobe, and both having gorgeous garden views. The modern bathroom is stylish and fresh with white tiling and a generous sized shower. Extra features of this fantastic property include new ducted reverse-cycle heating and cooling,

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under the hammer

19 Tanderra Crescent, Ngunnawal

$2,450,000 McGrath

5 Leason Close, Dunlop

$745,000

Ray White

1 Miljanovic Street, Forde

$2,300,000 Bastion

13 Isis Close, Amaroo

$730,000

Blackshaw

15 Ray Ellis Crescent, Forde

$1,969,000 McGrath

31 Dixson Circuit, Conder

$730,000

LJ Hooker

2/27 Elder Street, Braddon

$1,800,000 Luton

30 Blancoa Place, Rivett

$725,000

Michael Potter

25 Joan Bradley Street, Franklin

$1,645,000 Blackshaw

1/135 Limestone Avenue, Braddon

$695,000

Independent

158 Goyder Street, Narrabundah

$1,542,000 LJ Hooker

38/100 Chewings Street, Page

$680,000

Upside

13 Mindarie Street, Narrabundah

$1,435,000 LJ Hooker

5/12 Towns Crescent, Turner

$669,000

LJ Hooker

1 Manu Pl, Waramanga

$1,426,000 Independent

14 Rumker Place, Charnwood

$652,000

Luton

49 Dunnart Circuit, Throsby

$1,410,000 McGrath

2 Gribble Street, Gungahlin

$630,000

Pod Projects

29 Mummery Terrace, Moncrieff

$1,290,000 McGrath

109/14 Boolee St, Reid

$624,000

Independent

14 Wittunga Crescent, Banks

$1,180,000 LJ Hooker

109/14 Boolee Street, Reid

$624,000

Independent

Agent

24 Nimbera Street, Harrison

$1,170,000 Independent

316/240 Bunda Street, City

$610,000

LJ Hooker

133 Kalgoorlie Crescent, Fisher

$1,157,000 Cream

28/1 Light Street, Griffith

$599,900

Independent

16 Luffman Crescent, Gilmore

$1,141,503 One Agency

27 Spratt Court, Casey

$556,000

Impact

75 Slim Dusty Circuit, Moncrieff

$1,140,000 Luton

8/7 Lowanna Street, Braddon

$507,002

Luton

24 & 24A Summerland Circuit, Kambah $1,131,000 Blackshaw

102/140 Thynne Street, Bruce

$495,000

Luton

32 Chewings Street, Page

$1,120,000 Upside

63/29 Dawes Street, Kingston

$493,000

LJ Hooker

43 William Cooper Avenue, Bonner

$1,100,000 Blackshaw

15/3 Towns Crescent, Turner

$480,000

Independent

21 Sarre Street, Gungahlin

$1,053,000 Blackshaw

36/65 Constitution Ave, Campbell

$473,000

Independent

23 Lenehan Street, Giralang

$1,050,000 LJ Hooker

129/39 Mcintyre Street, Narrabundah

$460,000

Independent

7 Donohoe Place, Gordon

$1,018,000 Luton

46/1 Mouat Street, Lyneham

$460,000

LJ Hooker

2 Lovekin Place, McKellar

$980,000

LJ Hooker

131/35 Oakden Street, Greenway

$451,000

Harcourts

9 Bondfield Street, Gungahlin

$950,000

Blackshaw

401/17 Dooring Street, Braddon

$445,100

McGrath

68 Gouldsmith Street, Dunlop

$940,000

Ray White

14/19-21 Majura Ave, Dickson

$442,500

Independent

4 Verbrugghen Street, Melba

$940,000

Ray White

93/75 Elizabeth Jolley Crescent, Franklin $439,000

LJ Hooker

33/29 Thynne St, Bruce

$932,000

Independent

8/9 Totterdell Street, Belconnen

$435,000

Upside

2 Waramanga Place, Waramanga

$905,000

LJ Hooker

30/16 David Miller Crescent, Casey

$430,000

McGrath

1 Davice Place, Chisholm

$900,000

Luton

10/51 Mary Street, Googong

$415,000

LJ Hooker

3 Absolon Place, McKellar

$880,000

McGrath

23/1 Cynthea Teague Crescent,

$415,000

Luton

10 Kiddle Crescent, Richardson

$880,000

Luton

308/7 Irving Street, Phillip

$405,000

Ray White

135 Gorman Drive, Googong

$855,000

McGrath

716/17 Dooring Street, Braddon

$390,000

Hive

95 John James Loop, MacGregor

$855,000

LJ Hooker

105/29 Braybrooke Street, Bruce

$345,000

LJ Hooker

13 Gudamang Street, Ngunnawal

$850,000

McGrath

49/40 Swain Street, Gungahlin

$335,555

McGrath

16 McCabe Crescent, Holt

$829,000

Blackshaw

26/70-72 Uriarra Road, Crestwood

$335,000

Upside

186 Macfarlane Burnet Avenue, Macgregor

14 McDonnell Close, Dunlop

$828,000

Luton

8/30 Trinculo Place, Queanbeyan East

$325,000

Ray White

32 Ragless Circuit, Kambah

$826,500

Luton

215/1 Anthony Rolfe Avenue, Gungahlin $320,000

LJ Hooker

12/50 Peter Cullen Way, Wright

$821,000

McGrath

310/50 Eastlake Parade, Kingston

$315,000

Harcourts

1 Bamblett Rise, Denman Prospect

$820,000

Pod Projects

10/11 Mckeahnie Street, Crestwood

$310,000

Upside

152 Heagney Crescent, Chisholm

$800,000

Luton

4/67 Derrima Road, Queanbeyan

$260,000

Blackshaw

104 Pockett Ave, Banks

$752,000

Independent

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

128 Jabanungga Avenue, Ngunnawal

Auction

Justin Taylor 0414 701 465 Dimi Romero 0434 968 209 McGrath Canberra Sat 27 Nov 12pm

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Agent

Auction

Jason Hall 0475 983 079 LJ Hooker Gungahlin Sat 27 Nov 4pm

Andrew Lonsdale 0428 486 692 Bradley McDowell 0447 622 702 Ray White Canberra Wed 1 Dec 3.45pm

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hot property under the hammer

Yarralumla Creek runs through Curtin, and is flanked by cycling or walking trails.

CURTIN 2605 Region Woden Valley Median house price $1,300,000*

*Source: realestate.com.au last updated 27 October 2021

Curtin is a top-notch area of Canberra in a great location. Real estate agent at Cream Residential, Jack Wilson, said Curtin provides a range of buying and price options and has been garnering a lot of attention lately. “It’s so close to main arterials, whether you want to head to the city or the south, you’re just outside the hustle and bustle but where you need to be in no time. With Woden serviced with everything you could need, and the Curtin shops are being refurbished, it really is a great location,” Mr Wilson said. “Our agency have sold many properties in Curtin, and we rate the suburb very highly. Location wise it’s something special.” Mr Wilson said he loves the green spaces in Curtin and

Just next to the Tuggeranong Parkway lies Curtin Park, a generous nature preserve providing off-leash dog trails and perfect picnic spots.

the suburb’s impeccable Radburn design. “It’s often desired by families, and multiple schooling options with excellent reputations are a great incentive. We have people calling weekly asking if there’s anything in the suburb and it’s high on the wish list for buyers looking to get into the Woden Valley,” he said. “My favourite spots would be the upper streets of Curtin – Munro, Jennings and Dunstan Street are all exceptional.” Mr Wilson mentioned the Statesman Hotel is a good pub to visit and said the suburb has some exciting new eateries coming with the refurbishments.

Curtin facts: • Named after John Curtin, who was Prime Minister between 1941 and 1945 • Population of approximately 5,275 (in 2020) • The most affordable suburb to rent a unit in Canberra, with a median average of $442 • Established in 1962

8 Morehead Street, Curtin 4

Agent

Tim and Justine Burke 0411 878 587 Auction Sat 11 Dec 11am

28 Collier Street, Curtin 5

Agent

Brett Hayman 0411 414 624 $1,425,000+

Price

eat The Statesman Hotel is Curtin’s finest bistro and bar with good food, relaxed vibes and an adjoining kid’s zone.* drink Red Brick Espresso makes delightful coffee with international quality café dishes. Their outdoor seating area is filled with greenery, perfect for Sunday morning brunch.* shop Curtin shops offers a Coles supermarket, chemist, Post Office, a farmer’s outlet, an Asian grocer, a bakery, hairdressing services and more. *As health restrictions permit

1/3 Blyth Place, Curtin 3

Agent

Jeremy Francis 0418 429 470 Auction Sat 11 Dec 11.15am

Latest suburb price record 19 Tanderra Crescent, Ngunnawal

Price $2.45 million | Auction Sat 20 Nov | Agent Kris Hellier McGrath Canberra Smashing the suburb record by more than $1 million, the auction for this five-bedroom home attracted more than 130 people over the weekend, and sold for $2.45 million. Nestled on a 1,418sqm block, this home invited interest with its golf course access, spectacular views, two garages, convenient location, 9-person Vortex Palladium spa, 12 panel 3kW solar system, infrared heat ray alfresco heater, underfloor tile heating in all bathrooms, sunken lounge with gas fireplace, alfresco kitchen, ducted vacuum, and 5000L and 2000L water tanks connected to irrigation system, just to name a few of its sought-after features.

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‘Hibernia Lodge’ Queanbeyan 69 Collett Street This genuine, heritage-listed cottage nestled in the heart of Queanbeyan CBD is a once in a lifetime piece of vintage architecture exuding timeless art and elegance. ‘Hibernia Lodge’ was built in 1865 by Obadiah Willans, the Queanbeyan Clerk of Petty Sessions, and his wife, Mary Jane Connolly, on a substantial 1,201sqm block with wonderous gardens straight out of a fairy-tale. The gable roofs are a reminder of the cottage’s rich history, and were designed by local priest, Alberto Soares. Now zoned for both commercial and residential use with potential for heritage grants, ‘Hibernia Lodge’ is filled with endless opportunities

– you could continue restoring the cottage to live in, run a quirky and unique café, or turn the space into a beautiful art gallery, whatever your heart desires. Spanning across the two storeys you’ll find four generous, light-filled bedrooms, with three boasting cosy fireplaces, a full, gorgeous bathroom featuring a separate shower and bathtub, multiple grand living spaces, all with an inviting ambience, and two additional w/c’s for total convenience. The kitchen on the top level boasts modern appliances, a walk-in pantry, and an adjoining meals area, while downstairs includes an old-style servery and internal workshop or

storage area. The interior design is a sight to behold with ornate, timber and vaulted high ceilings, original timber flooring underfoot, and French doors that open onto the covered front veranda. The expansive, perfectly manicured gardens are simply divine. The long list of extra features includes three phase power, four separate power circuits, plentiful parking, potential for professional business quarters if desired, a formal lounge and dining room warmed by open fireplaces, and rates sitting at $2895.18 pa.

With everything you need only a stone’s throw away in the Queanbeyan city centre, ‘Hibernia Lodge’ is a historic masterpiece.

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264 Duffy Street Ainslie If you’re into mountain biking, bush walking, bird

This enviable position also lies in the quietest part of

have a growing family or just want a spacious home,

passing cars are your neighbours or friends coming to

watching or just generally hanging out in nature, If you then you simply must come and see this one! Backing and siding directly onto Mt Ainslie Nature Reserve, 264 Duffy Street only has one actual neighbour.

Duffy Street, close to Calvert Park, where the only

visit. All in all, this is a great family home in a magic location!

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.

At a glance;

• 910m2 block

• Backing and siding Mt Ainslie Nature Reserve • 5KW solar system; extractive hot water • 5 minute drive to Ainslie shops

• 5 minute drive to Dickson shops

Auction Sat, 11th Dec at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 27th Nov from 10:15am - 10:45am _______________________________________________ Agent Stephen Bunday 0416 014 431

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

18/33 Arthur Blakeley Way Coombs Positioned on a quiet street that is close to the local

• Reverse cycle air conditioning

pond, this north facing modern townhouse offers a

• Powder room on the lower level

low maintenance lifestyle that will be sure to please

• Floor to ceiling tiling in ensuite and bathroom

live-in owners and investors alike. This home features

• Single remote garage with internal access and

light filled open plan living highlighted by timber floors,

designated car space

generously sized bedrooms with built in robes, a sleek

• Good storage space & north facing courtyard

kitchen furnished with AEG appliances.

• Close to the local wetlands and park

Auction | On Site Saturday 11th December at 11:00am _______________________________________________ View Saturday 27th November at 1pm to 1:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andy Greenberger 0400 819 650 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

37 Finemore Street Coombs Are you looking for a home that offers a low

• North facing with front and rear courtyards

maintenance lifestyle in an ultra-convenient location?

• Open plan main living area

Conveniently positioned just moments away from

• Master bedroom with walk through robe to ensuite

sporting facilities and walking trails at Mt Stromlo,

• Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning

parklands and ponds, Cooleman Court, local schools

• Kitchen furnished with stone bench tops and stainless

and public transport this townhouse will tick a lot of boxes and is undeniably a must to inspect.

steel appliances • Double remote lock up garage

Auction | On Site Saturday 11th December at 9:30am _______________________________________________ View Saturday 27th November at 2pm to 2:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andy Greenberger 0400 819 650 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

5/18 Dickins Street Forde

Tucked away in a quiet boutique complex, this

• Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning

modern town residence will be sure to impress those

• Double glazed windows & high ceilings

looking for a home that offers spacious living and a

• Double remote lock up garage with internal access

low maintenance lifestyle. Positioned just moments

• Downstairs powder room

away from parkland, schools and the Gungahlin Town

• Floor to ceiling tiling in ensuite & bathroom

Centre, this town residence will tick all the boxes and

• Ceiling fans in bedrooms & living areas

be a great place to call home.

• Covered alfresco entertaining area

Auction | In Rooms Wednesday 8th Dec at 6pm at LJ Hooker Canberra City, 182-200 City Walk Canberra City _______________________________________________ View Saturday 27th Nov at 10am to 10:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Andy Greenberger 0400 819 650 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

55/289 Flemington Road Franklin Situated on the first floor this highly

• Open plan living

lot of boxes, price, privacy, and location.

• Built in robe to bedroom

desirable one-bedroom apartment ticks a

• Stainless steel appliances • Reverse cycle air conditioner • Great views

For Sale _______________________________________________ View Contact agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jake Bunday 0411 367 920

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

72 De Little Circuit Greenway Everywhere you look throughout this incredible property it is evident that the current owners have

• 4 bedrooms, 3 living areas, 2 bathrooms & powder room

not only renovated, improved, updated, and

• Stylishly renovated main bathroom and ensuite

maintained the home but they have done so

• Pergola covered deck with shade sails

through deep thought, planning, ingenuity, and

overlooking Balinese resort style backyard

style. Rarely do you find a property bursting at the

• Living size 196m2

seams with homeowner pride like this one.

• Garage size 42.8m2

Auction Sat, 11th Dec at 3.30pm _______________________________________________ View Contact agents to view _______________________________________________ Agent Sally McCallum 0410 835 087 Andrew Curren 0424 288 717 LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

19 Brunswick Circuit Kaleen Those three words really sums up this latest

• Fantastic entry-level home

opportunity in Kaleen. Located on a quiet loop street,

• Freshly repainted and recarpeted

this is the perfect spot to create your dream home.

• Large rectangular block

Sitting on a rectangular block of over 740m2, set back

• Perfect for renovating/extending

nicely from the street and still with tonnes of backyard

• Quiet, closed loop street

and possibilities for an renovation, extension or a new

• Close to local shops and schools

build.

• Easy access to CBD and Belconnen

Auction | Onsite Sat, 11th Dec at 11:30am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 27th Nov at 10:30am to 11:00am _______________________________________________ Agent Nic Salter-Harding 0412 600 085

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

10 Marcus Faunce Street Macgregor A modern home in a friendly street. Enjoy

• Modern home throughout

quality appliances. North facing separate

• Quality kitchen

waterfall benches, gas cooking and

living areas, alfresco and established

gardens. Generous sized bedrooms with

the main bedroom flowing onto a garden.

• Two separate living areas

• Alfresco for summer entertaining • Established low care gardens • Quiet and friendly street

Auction | On site Sat, 11th Dec at 11:30am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 27th Nov at 10:00am - 10:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Virginia Stoker 0434 610 698

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

25/4 Wilkins Street Mawson Great things come in small packages! This smart

• Cosy and practical ground floor apartment

one-bedroom apartment is looking for a new

• Large courtyard and outdoor entertaining space

owner to make the most of its freshly updated

• Reverse cycle heating and cooling

interior, great location and fabulous indoor and

• Living area: 46m2

outdoor living space. Generous improvements

• Strata levies: $434 per quarter

give this ground floor apartment a contemporary

• Rates: $543 per quarter

feel and make the most of the practical layout.

• Rental estimate: $350 per week.

For Sale $230,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact agent to view _______________________________________________ Agent Dan Cooper 0412 773 938

LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

8/22 Aroona Court Ngunnawal Located in the Gold Creek Park Complex is

• Covered outdoor entertaining

With formal and informal living, a private

• Well maintained complex

this good size freestanding townhouse. outdoor entertaining area that will be perfect for summer BBQs.

• Separate lounge and living rooms • Community edible garden

• Living size: 149m2, Garage size: 39.5m2 • Body corp: $630.01 per qtr

Auction | Onsite Sat, 11th Dec at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 27th Nov at 11:00am - 11:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Naomi Sachs 0401 313 072

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

7 Barlow Street Scullin The home boasts three bedrooms, a

generous living space at the front of the

house in addition to a kitchen that flows to

• Separate titled

• Beautiful, established gardens with automatic sprinkler system

the huge outside paved courtyard. The

• Family sized kitchen with loads of

only a short walk to public transport,

• Single lock up garage with internal

home offers a quiet, tranquil setting with schools and parks.

storage

Auction | Online Sat, 4th Dec at 3:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 27th Nov at 2:00pm - 2:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Troy Thompson 0408 694 917

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22/2 David Street Turner

This Inner North 2 story apartment is set in

• Internal: 110m2

rest. With only 26 apartments in the whole

• EER: 6.0

a development that is different from the complex. The apartment looks onto the stunning views of Telstra tower and O'Connor across 2 levels.

• External balcony 22m2 • Rates: $417 per qtr

• Body Corporate: $1,004.64 per qtr

• Land Tax (Investment only): $528.38 per qtr

Auction | Online Sat, 4th Dec at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 27th Nov at 1:30pm - 2:00pm Sun, 28th Nov at 1:30pm - 2:00pm _______________________________________________ Agent Bri Williams 0408787896 LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

5/1-3 Coppin Place Weetangera Entry level property is becoming extremely hard to

• Single level floor plan

find in the current market but this single level

• One bedroom plus multi-purpose room

townhouse in a boutique Weetangera complex fits the

• Skylights in bathroom and multi-purpose room

bill and is the perfect choice for first home owners,

• Split system reverse cycle air conditioning

downsizers or investors looking to secure their first

• Stainless steel Bosch appliances

property or the next portfolio addition.

• Infiniti hot water system

Auction | Online Wed, 8th Dec at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 27th Nov at 10:00am to 10:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Browne 0403 169 259

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

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20 Years... WOW! This month I celebrate 20 years in an industry that has given me so much. Twenty years ago I launched myself head first into something I knew nothing about, or at least that was my perception. In actual fact knowing nothing about houses, building styles, roof types ended up being quite okay and this information is easily learned. What I worked out pretty quickly when meeting people in their homes, was that the skills I needed, I actually had inside me. Sitting with owners, patiently listing to their stories, celebrating with them, having empathy in difficult situations, being ready, willing and able to take the journey of selling and buying with them. I am so grateful to all of the owners in Canberra that have placed their trust in me, made me part of their family and for many of those owners, we have had long and meaningful friendships. I believe the other reason I’ve had a successful twenty years, is being part of the LJ Hooker family, feeling valued, appreciated and mentored by some of the best in the business. To my LJ Hooker family, thank you so much for participating in my success, believing in me and supporting me at every turn. I’m not sure there’ll be another twenty, but at this point I have no plans to move on, so if I can be part of your real estate journey, please give me a call.

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Spacious Apartment with Water Views in the Heart of Kingston

Indulge your senses in this stunning two-bedroom apartment situated in the heart of Kingston's thriving cultural precinct with views over Eastlake Parade and towards the boat harbour. The home features a North-easterly aspect spilling natural light across spacious open-plan living areas, large dining area, and family room with access to the covered tiled balcony for year-round entertaining. Accommodation includes two oversized bedrooms, both with walk-in-robes, master bedroom with gorgeous ensuite and balcony access, bedroom two with an additional small study, stunning bathroom, European laundry, two secure underground parking spaces, and a private storage area. Some other features of this superb apartment include updated floating floors, security intercom system, lift access, and reverse-cycle heating and cooling. Enjoy the best in restaurants, cafes and nightlife at your doorstep while moments from relaxing waterfront walks, major cultural institutions, Parliamentary Triangle, and easy access across Canberra. With an exceptional location, water views, and spacious interiors, this immaculate Kingston apartment is perfect for the professional couple or wise investor. EER 6.0 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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Expressions of Interest Fri 10 Dec at 5pm View Sat 27 Nov 1:00pm to 1:45pm Agent Maria Selleck (02) 6175 8001

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Kingston 50/71 Giles Street

Stunning Home with Panoramic Mountain, Lake Views and Beyond

Peerless family living awaits within this stunning luxury home perched atop one of Canberra's highest elevated residential land parcels. Capturing magnificent panoramic views from across the Brindabella Ranges to Telstra Tower, this beautiful expansive 405m2 residence has been expertly designed by Peter Byfield. Sculpted expertly into the rising slopes of the 1439m2 block, this spectacular north-facing home and its lush, beautifully, and lovingly manicured tiered gardens, backing Amber Ridge reserve, have been merged into a perfect union of indoors and out, with the substantial deck acting as the conduit for the seamless transition. An abundance of natural light radiates throughout the residence through the multiple glass windows and doors, and each room offers an inspiring view, including all five bedrooms. This exquisite, quality-built, one-of-a-kind home requires nothing but enjoyment of its many wonders and is the perfect haven for a growing family, the entertainer or someone who enjoys lifestyle living. EER 3.5 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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View Sat 27 Nov 10:30am to 11:15am Agent Maria Selleck (02) 6175 8001

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Gordon 21 Sturrock Place

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Prime RZ4 Property for Sale When land is becoming increasingly difficult to find, especially in an Inner North area, a fantastic opportunity awaits a lucky buyer who has been searching for a prime RZ4 property close to the Inner City. A three-bedroom, one bathroom home sits on the 697m2 block. If development is not your style and you are looking for large block to build your dream home, then look no further. The property is in a premium location close to Turner Primary School, O’Connor shops, and Canberra City. EER 0.5 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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Expressions of Interest Wed 15 Dec at 5pm View By private appointment Agent Maria Selleck (02) 6175 8001

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O’Connor 15 David Street

This fresh and inviting single level three-bedroom home is situated in a quiet area of MacGregor, with Lucious green paddocks complete with horses at your front door and views across the rolling green hills. Designed to suit a vast array of buyers from professional couples, first home buyers, young families, downsizers and investors alike.

Macgregor 48 Hollows Circuit 3 bed . 1 bath . 1 car . 6 EER Auction Saturday 4th December 3:00pm – onsite

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View Saturday 27th November 2:00pm - 2:30pm CONTACT

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

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Three bedrooms all with built in wardrobes Single level design Open plan kitchen and living Modern kitchen with gas cooktop Living opens onto private backyard Easy care gardens Contemporary neutral tones throughout Single garage with automatic door Across from paddocks Close to Belconnen town centre and local schools

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Kambah 93 Mt Vernon Drive 4 bed . 3 bath . 2 car . 2.0 EER Auction Saturday 4th December 10:00am – onsite

CONTACT

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

Set in Gleneagles Estate, in the prestigious Mt Vernon Drive, number 93 is a single level four-bedroom home surrounded by low-maintenance, established gardens. With privacy and family living in mind, its practical floorplan, high ceilings and seamless indoor-outdoor flow delivers a peaceful, light-filled home with quality inclusions. FEATURES •

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Open plan kitchen with Ceasarstone benchtops and 2 drawer dishwasher with AEG appliances and induction cooktop Ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling throughout Automatic sprinkler and drip system installed in all garden areas Rain sensing automatic louvered roof on covered entertainment courtyard Ducted vacuum system

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21 ANDAMOOKA STREET FISHER

With widespread views over Weston Creek and onto Parliament House and Black Mountain Tower, plus freshly painted with new flooring and new window treatments throughout, this family home ticks all the boxes. Located in a quiet loop street in the heights of Fisher, with a lovely reserve just across the road, your new home is nestled amongst native trees and a lush mature garden on this quarter acre (plus) parcel of land. Practically designed and incredibly well-built, this home offers well-spaced living areas positioned to take full advantage of the breathtaking panoramic views to the north. Floor to ceiling windows and sliding doors open onto a great sized pergola, the perfect place to sit and soak in the breathtaking views. The chef of the family might be forgiven for taking too long while focusing on the beautiful vista ahead. The open plan position of the kitchen ensures you're always at the centre of activity when family and friends visit. Don't miss this 6 bedroom special! EER 0.5 New Listing

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

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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 27th 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

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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!

Auction Sat November 27th at 12:00PM Onsite

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54 Allards Lane Nelligen NSW Embrace your new lifestyle Two Creek Ridge offers you and your family the ultimate escape. It’s time to quit the hustle and bustle and enjoy the simpler things in life, the seclusion without isolation. It would be a joy to the soul waking up to the sunrise peeping over the hills, looking out over your own 35 acres of paradise! This property boasts many features including; A/C & woodfire, up to 200,000L of water storage, 6 large sheds, 3 with automatic doors and much more. Make your enquiry today! 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.

Online bidding option avaliable. Please contact us to arrange this.

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For Sale $1,990,000 View By Appointment Agent Rob Routledge 0414 235 976 https://54allardslane-nelligen. ljhooker.com.au/ batemansbay.ljhooker.com.au LJ Hooker Batemans Bay 02 4472 6455

74 Iluka Avenue Malua Bay NSW The Classic Beach Home 74 lluka captures the classic Beach House spirit perfectly. It has a living area on the first floor leading onto a large balcony with easterly ocean views. Downstairs are 3 bedrooms with a bathroom. The good size rear yard has direct access Auction Date December 18th at 3:00PM Onsite. There will be an option for online bidding for those who are unable to attend due to restrictions, Please contact us to arrange this. 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.

41 Courtenay Crescent Long Beach NSW A Place To Call Home The property features 4 bedrooms 3 with B/I robes a family bathroom and en-suite off the main, the semi-separate living area has an R/ C air-con plus the ambiance of a wood fire. The double garage has an auto door and drive-thru garage with room for a boat or pop-up camper. This property would be perfect for a family, an older couple looking for no stairs, or a smart investor. All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

Price Guide $1,400,000 View Saturday 27th November at 2pm-2:30pm Agent Rob Routledge 0414 235 976 https://74ilukaav-maluabay. ljhooker.com.au/ batemansbay.ljhooker.com.au LJ Hooker Batemans Bay 02 4472 6455

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a change of interest and fresh projects are on the way for Dave Hughes, and a degree of introspection revealing fulfilling ventures and collaborations will lead to more upbeat and fun projects at work. a change in his personal interests will promote fresh ideas, with specific interest in the arts and humanitarianism – all with his trademark twist of humour.

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pisces feb 20 – mAr 20

gemini mAY 22 – june 21

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A lovely reunion will bring out deeper feelings, so find beautiful activities to focus your energy into, such as dance and creativity. You may be drawn to update your environment or décor and are ready to commit to more work and to activities that will improve your life.

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This is an excellent time to rearrange schedules so that they suit you better, especially regarding shared duties. You may appreciate the chance to organise a trip, but you must avoid allowing debt to mount; focus instead on improving your earning potential. romance or a change of pace will delight.

A trip or a get-together this weekend will be uplifting. You’ll enjoy events and the company of lovely people, and a trip or a discussion may be the catalyst to a new personal circumstance, too. romance could flourish so take the initiative and plan a date. You may make a key commitment.

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aries mAr 21 – Apr 20

cancer june 22 – julY 22

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You’ll enjoy a sociable weekend and some of your favourite activities. Your connection with a friend or group will be uplifting. A personal or financial situation may remind you of developments in september. You have the chance now to move on with more certainty. Avoid misunderstandings and delays midweek.

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developments could boost your self-esteem, your home and finances, although this will be the result of your hard work over the past few months and years. Avoid overspending, but nevertheless enjoy new options and opportunities both at work and at home. research your options carefully, especially midweek.

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taurus Apr 21 – mAY 21

leo jul 23 – Aug 23

scorpio ocT 24 – nov 22

You’ll appreciate the opportunity to boost your status, career and profile. someone from your past may be in touch and may wish to work with you or pay you a compliment. You may even experience a financial or personal improvement. be prepared to make agreements that improve your health and well-being.

There may be reason to celebrate or at least to improve your circumstances at work or within your general activities. news, a meeting or a trip will be motivating. This is a good week for socialising and moving your projects forward. just be sure midweek to research facts to avoid mistakes.

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Bathrooms & Kitchens

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Bathroom Maintenance

102

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102

Carpenters & Joiners

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Plumbing & Gasfitting

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Tiling

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CAFÉ “I don’t just enjoy coffee, I live for it.” Some may even say Manuela is Melburnian at heart. During her diplomatic posting, she hopes to help cafés from all across Australia to import and enjoy Ecuadorian coffee beans from the fertile Amazonian basin and high Andean mountains.

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CUENCA There’s no place like home, and that’s certainly true for Manuela. Born and raised in Cuenca, Manuela grew up in one of the most enchanting cities in Ecuador, known for its architecture, rich traditions, gastronomy, and incredible nature. “My home town will always hold a special place in my heart.”

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Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Embassy of Ecuador in Australia, concurrent to New Zealand and Fiji Manuela Fernández de Córdova has had an extensive career as a diplomat in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility of Ecuador. She is passionate about sharing the beauty of Ecuador’s rich culture, history, and people across the world, and has enjoyed working to strengthen the bonds of friendship that unite Ecuador and Australia. Despite the differences between Ecuador and Australia, there are many similarities, and Manuela is grateful that the friendliness of Canberra makes her feel welcome and at home. Before coming to Australia, she worked in the Embassies of Ecuador in Uruguay and Malaysia, as well as in the Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ecuador, the Asia and Oceania Directorate, and Directorate of Environment and Climate Change. Manuela speaks Spanish, English, German, Italian, and Portuguese, and is married with three beautiful children.

Manuela visited the Galápagos Islands, located 1000 kilometres off the coast of Ecuador, with her family. Her children were surprised to see “the tortoises were bigger than them!” As someone who loves nature and animals, the Galápagos tortoises always bring a smile to Manuela’s face.

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