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contents 24 On Saturday night, CW was privileged to host a table at the Ronald McDonald House Charities ACT Lexus of Canberra Gala Ball at the National Convention Centre. The joint was jumping with 1,000 guests dressed to the nines, ready to have a great time and raise over $500,000 for this worthy cause. We heard from an inspiring young woman whose family stayed at the House at Canberra Hospital while she was treated for a severe brain injury. The care and support provided by the House staff and volunteers not only helped her family stay together, but saved her mental health, and motivated her to study nursing at University of Canberra, where she is now in her first year. What a trooper! Since the Canberra House opened in 2012, it has provided more than 3,100 families a total of 25,000 nights of free accommodation – the longest stay being 308 nights. As well as a comfy ensuite room just a stone’s throw from their child’s ward, families are also provided with nutritious food and a safe, non-judgemental space where empathy abounds. There’s also a much-needed tutoring program for school-age patients. It’s a great charity nobody ever wants to need. Reasons to be grateful this past week include a great night at the RMHC gala ball, an enthralling evening exploring InBetween at the National Museum of Australia, complimentary deliveries of scrumptious local Vood vegan meals, fresh air, peace, and democracy.

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Questacon’s longest-serving volunteer funds ‘Curiosity Rover’ Questacon’s longest serving volunteer, Jenny Wanless, has generously donated to the institution to support the tireless efforts of its dedicated volunteers. The backbone of the Canberra’s beloved science and technology hub, pre-COVID Questacon’s 80-odd volunteers would contribute more than 10,000 hours a year to science inspiration. The endowment from Jenny and her family began with the Curiosity Rover Cart and the refurbishments to the volunteer hub. The idea for the Curiosity Rover stemmed from Questacon’s curiosity corner, a spot from where the volunteers “do their little moments of wonder”; “the one-on-one interactions that actually set people on a journey of discovery,” Kate Driver, Questacon deputy director and general manager of operations, told Canberra Weekly. The Rover has been designed with

interchangeable pieces so whichever volunteers are working on it can put objects from their passion into the drawers and talk about the things they like. Having dedicated half her life to Questacon, Jenny and her family have been involved with Australia’s science and technology centre since it was operating out of a spare room at Ainslie Public School in 1981. “Jenny was so impressed with it that she volunteered that day,” Ms Driver said. A testament to both her influence and that of Questacon itself, her three children have all gone on to enjoy careers in STEM, citing their mother and Questacon as the reasons they all love science. Now a university professor, Jenny’s son Ian Wanless told Canberra Weekly the skills he developed working and volunteering at Questacon in his youth remain of great benefit to this day.

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The Rover and volunteer hub upgrades are just the start of an ongoing program of donations from the Wanless family, who will be looking for other ideas to benefit the volunteers. “Questacon was such a big part of Mum’s life we thought we should do something while she’s still alive and able to appreciate it,” Ian said. Over the course of his life, Ian has seen Questacon evolve from a “rough and ready outfit” at Ainslie into a “slick and professional operation”, while always maintaining its ethos. “The idea behind it that people will appreciate science much more if they get to do it … that hasn’t changed,” he said. - Denholm Samaras

ANU sexual assault rate above national average The Australian National University (ANU) was again found lacking in the National Student Safety Survey (NSSS) results on sexual assault and sexual harassment released by Universities Australia last week, 23 March. The NSSS found: • 26 per cent of the 1,647 ANU students who participated in the survey reported being sexually harassed during their time at university. This is twice the national average. • 12.3 per cent of ANU participants reported they had been sexually assaulted during their time at university. This is three times the national average. The findings follow the 2017 NSSS, which showed ANU ranking worst in sexual harassment and second worst in sexual assault out of Australia’s 40 universities. ANU issued a pre-emptive response to the NSSS results on Monday 21 March in the form of a $3.3 million ‘Student Safety & Wellbeing Plan’. According to the ANU Students’ Association (ANUSA), student input was forgone when the plan was formulated then “rushed out” without appropriate consultation. 6

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“No student saw this plan before it went out,” said ANUSA president Christian Flynn. “It did not receive formal consultation from ANUSA or the women’s department. “It’s frustrating that there are lot of broad commitments without the specificity that students were asking for.” Mr Flynn noted that while the initiatives listed in the plan are positive, such as increasing the number of case managers and professionally trained staff in residential halls, the specifics were left out of the larger picture. “One sentence at the end of a four-page document is not enough,” he said. “They make all these broad statements then months later, where does it go? There’s nothing here that we can hold them to.” Mr Flynn further noted that none of the changes proposed required over half a decade to implement. “We knew there was a problem, they knew there was a problem.” In quick response to the 2022 NSSS results, the student associations issued a detailed letter of demands to ANU, rallying for safety on campus. Notable points include an immediate commitment to a promotional effort of the case

workers hired by the university, so survivors know where to get help. The NSSS results showed that 48.5 per cent of participants know nothing or very little about where to go to make a complaint about sexual assault. The student associations also demanded a minimum of three pastoral care staff in every communal residential hall, as part of a wider commitment to safer staff-to-student ratios. The letter detailed that affiliate halls maintain a one to 100 staff-to-student ratio, while ANU halls’ ratio is roughly one to 250. At the UniLodge, the ratio is one to 500. The list of demands highlighted that the ANU must immediately commit to removing students from residential halls for violent behaviour. “A student who assaults another student should never be able to gain accommodation on campus again.” Universities Australia refused to comment on whether ANU has improved in overall ranking since 2017. - Anja de Rozario Read the full story at canberraweekly.com.au

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Always value your right to vote “In Australia, we don’t have politics like they have in many other countries. In between elections, Australians basically just get on with their lives … and I actually like that about Australia.” – Scott Morrison It’s deeply concerning that Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, ‘likes’ that many Australians aren’t interested in politics. When I talk to voters, what upsets me the most is not hearing they support another candidate, but exactly that – ‘no thanks, I’m not interested in politics’. Because it is through politics or, more correctly, democracy, that we as a society make the decisions that affect our lives – on health, education, our social safety net, our environment, the taxes we pay and how they are spent. I understand many say this because ‘politics’ is often presented as games, clever marketing and people shouting at each other in question time. I think it is incumbent on all politicians to change this view and build trust in our democracy. But the ‘games’ are not the reason why most people get involved in politics – at the grassroots level

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through to those in the Parliament. Last Saturday, I launched my campaign with Senator Katy Gallagher and Labor’s Senate candidate Maddy Northam, joined by many of our volunteers and supporters. Labor is a grassroots movement of people who come together to seek change. It is the conversations, the shoe leather, and the generous donations of people like those at my launch who change governments and change the country. In 2007, I joined the Labor Party because I wanted to join the fight against the Howard Government’s destruction of the things that made Australia a relatively egalitarian society: fair wages and our social safety net. I volunteered on every election campaign and got involved in our branch policy committees. After 12 years of that involvement, I had the privilege to run in a democratic preselection, and to represent the great Australian Labor Party as a candidate. The greatest privilege of all has been to represent the people of Canberra as their Federal Member of Parliament for the past three years.

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My first political lesson was my mother telling me that you must always value your right to vote, because so many people around the world are dying for that same right. Tragically, we continue to see this today, including in Ukraine as people fight to protect their democracy. Russian-born American journalist Julia Ioffe recently said: “The Ukrainians have had (democracy) for a couple decades and look how hard they’re fighting for it … I think we tend to take it for granted and … we’re complacent about it.” I want to thank Nige Johnson from 106.3 for playing her comments in full, which I heard as I drove to a mobile office in Kaleen, and reminding me just why those conversations are so important. The federal election campaign will see thousands of volunteers from all sides of politics spruiking their candidate’s vision for Australia. No matter which candidate they represent, they deserve our respect, because their work is part of our democracy.

fit the bill Australia must keep China out of SW Pacific I was disappointed but not surprised by Anthony Albanese’s lack of leadership in trying to duck his responsibility in disciplining his wayward senate trio (aka the “Mean Girls”). I was saddened to hear that our very own Katy Gallagher was one of them. This sorry saga puts into question his ability to lead Australia. If he can’t stand up to his own party, how can he stand up to aggressive countries like China? This brings me to the disturbing news that the recalcitrant PM of the Solomons is to sign an agreement allowing China to station warships and troops in the Solomons. The Solomon Opposition leader Matthew Wale and, it seems, most of the population is dead set against the idea. Australia needs to do whatever it takes to stop this agreement ever going ahead for our sake and for the sake of the people

of the Solomons. It is essential that we lift our game in the South Pacific. I first got a real insight into our South Pacific neighbours when I went on an ANU Rugby tour of Fiji and New Caledonia on a Soviet cruise ship, the Shota Rostivelli, in February 1976. It struck me then how vulnerable our region was to a hostile major power subverting it and thus threatening Australia. From that time on, it has been my view that we need to permanently station an ADF presence in all the major Pacific Island nations and formalise defence treaties with them if we have not done so (i.e. PNG, Solomons, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu, etc). The best units to station there are probably engineer units (ARA ARES, Navy and Airforce) that could be employed helping the locals with developing

much-needed capital works. I went to Tonga on another Rugby trip with my family in January 2019. I met with the then PM of Tonga and several members of his cabinet and whilst they liked Chinese largess, they were very worried about China. The locals did not like the Chinese at all. When I was in Fiji in 2014 the locals there also did not like the Chinese. Both Fijians and Tongans found them arrogant, pushy and wanting to take over. A permanent presence by the ADF helping out our Pacific brothers and sisters with training and aid projects, plus regular visits by larger RAN warships such as our two Helicopter Carriers to also help out with projects, deliver aid and also play some Rugby games against some of the local clubs would also go a long way to further

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build strong links. Speaking of Tonga and Rugby, the ACT Veterans Rugby club is hosting a golden oldies festival this Saturday 2 April at RMC with all proceeds raised going to the Tongan Volcano Relief Fund. The feature match is at 12.30pm between the Australian Parliamentary Rugby team and a Pacific All-stars team featuring several ex Tongan internationals, including former Brumby Ipolito Fenukitau. All are welcome to come and support our South Pacific family. 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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ACT Budget Review: ‘Cautious optimism’ for next year ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr emphasised ‘cautious optimism’ for the next year as he released the mid-year 2021–22 ACT Budget Review last week. The fiscal position, the Review states, had improved for all years since the ACT Government published the Budget in October, due to increases in the national GST pool and own-source taxation revenue. The ACT’s economy had been resilient in the face of the last two years of disruptions. It was likely to grow for the first half of 2022, despite the omicron variant affecting growth in the March quarter. Gross State Product is likely to grow by 2.5 per cent in 2021–22 and stabilise at 3 per cent per year from 2023–24, reflecting rising consumer and business confidence and stronger demand. The Headline Net Operating Balance deficit was estimated to be $770.2 million in 2021–22, $181.3 million better than the Budget estimate. Government revenue was expected to be $210 million higher in 2021–22, and $855.8 million higher over the next four years to 2024–25, than the Budget forecast.

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However, expenses were expected to be $28.1 million higher in 2021–22, and $375.8 million higher over the four years to 2024–25, than the Budget forecast, due to the government’s pandemic response. Net debt was forecast to be $5.364 billion in 2021–22 and $9.09 billion in 2024–25; around $357.4 million and $491.2 million lower than Budget estimates. The omicron factor had affected the labour market, but a jobs recovery was underway, the Review stated. Unemployment fell to 3 per cent – the lowest of all states and territories – and employment would increase by 1.5 per cent in 2024–25. The ACT Government’s economic packages – more than $475 million since the pandemic began – and policies for 250,000 local jobs by 2025 also aided economic recovery. Nevertheless, the report warned that cost of living increases – high fuel prices, supply constraints, and higher interest rates – compounded by geopolitical instability (i.e., the war in Ukraine) might affect household spendings and

savings. Other risks included inflation, a new strain of COVID-19, or vaccines becoming less effective, requiring the reintroduction of restrictions. “All in all, today is good news, but we remain cautiously optimistic about the future, and we need to constantly monitor this period of significant uncertainty where things can change very quickly,” Mr Barr said. “But today is exactly where I would like to be, given what we faced over the summer period.” Mr Barr introduced more funding in the Budget Review: $185.8 million on infrastructure (including $18.3 million for the Canberra Hospital’s new Critical Services Building); and $105.3 million to prepare for more COVID-19 cases in winter. Canberra Liberals leader Elizabeth Lee said the “extremely disappointing” Budget Review contained nothing to ensure Canberrans got any choice of housing, or anything to make them confident they could dream of owning their own home. - Nick Fuller

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news Defibrillator setback disappoints St John Ambulance ACT St John Ambulance Canberra’s CEO, Adrian Watts, called last year for defibrillators in all ACT Government properties, to save the lives of people suffering sudden cardiac arrests. So, he was frustrated that Shadow Health Minister, Leanne Castley MLA’s motion to make defibrillators mandatory in all government schools, workplaces, and buses was watered down in the Legislative Assembly last week. “It’s disappointing that the motion was effectively knocked back,” Mr Watts said. Rachel Stephen-Smith, ACT Minister for Health, amended Ms Castley’s motion; instead, the government would “support government schools and agencies to increase the availability of defibrillators in their facilities”. “It was a really soft acceptance, we’ll say, of the motion,” Mr Watts said. “Effectively, the funding of defibrillators in every public building operated by the ACT Government is omitted.” Still, the government’s commitment to supporting schools and agencies to increase the availability of defibrillators was positive, he thought.

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“Whether they’re financially committed, or just emotionally, we’ll find out.” Mr Watts hopes to meet Ms Stephen-Smith to discuss the matter. Australian Red Cross and the Heart Foundation also supported Ms Castley’s motion, which the Liberal MLA had hoped would be a nation-leading initiative. Ms Castley said it was “disappointing” the government “said no” to her proposal. “Defibrillators are often the difference between life and death,” Ms Castley told the Assembly when she presented her motion. More than 30,000 Australians suffer from sudden cardiac arrest every year, but only five per cent survive, she stated. Providing CPR and using defibrillators greatly improve a cardiac arrest sufferer’s chance of survival. “My hope is that, one day, they [defibrillators] will become a safety norm like smoke alarms or fire extinguishers,” Ms Castley said. Each defibrillator costs $2,500 for installation and upkeep, she stated. St John Ambulance estimates it would cost the government $1 million

to provide 400 defibrillators, enough for all schools, government buildings and buses. Ms Castley’s proposal followed the recent deaths of former Australian cricketers Rodney Marsh and Shane Warne, and Labor Senator Kimberley Kitching, all from heart attacks. Currently, only 39 ACT public schools have defibrillators, but children can die from sudden cardiac arrest while competing on sports fields, Ms Castley noted. Ms Stephen-Smith responded that ACT government schools assessed their risk profile in accordance with government legislation. Ms Castley also wanted defibrillators on all ACTION buses. Seven Transport Canberra incident response vehicles and 14 light rail vehicles had defibrillators, but they were funded by the Rotary Club of Aurora Gungahlin, not by the ACT Government ,she said. Ms Stephen-Smith responded that Transport Canberra’s five Field Response Vans, based at each interchange, could be deployed to respond rapidly to any emerging issues on bus services anywhere in the city. - Nick Fuller

Local healthcare focus: Welcoming a new doctor in Bruce with interests from COVID-19 to sexual health to long-distance running

The newest doctor to join Ochre Medical Centre Bruce, Dr Wee-Sian Woon, has a wide range of interests. As well as spending three days a week in the practice, he provides telehealth support for high-risk COVID patients in isolation. “It’s great to be a part of the COVID response,” he says “I have really expanded my knowledge of the virus and I help decide whether patients need anti-viral treatment or more support.” On top of his clinical work, Dr Woon is a Clinical Editor for Health Pathways where he develops and updates General Practice Guidelines for ACT doctors. “I love my editorial role, because it forces me to keep me up to date!” he laughs. Topics vary over time, but unsurprisingly much of the current focus has been on the management of COVID patients. He is also involved in representative positions for the World Organisation of Family Doctors and he is an examiner for the Royal Australian College of GPs. Dr Woon grew up in Canberra, attending local public schools before studying medicine in Far North Queensland and then

returning to complete his junior doctor training in Canberra Hospital. It was there that he developed a special interest in HIV, sexual health and LBGTIQ+ health. “I attended the International AIDS Conference in Melbourne as a volunteer in 2014,” he says. “It was a real eye opener – I learnt about the global impact of HIV and the different marginalised communities who are affected by the virus.” As a result, when Dr Woon started his GP training, he completed specialised courses to upskill in managing HIV and prescribing HIV medications. His GP experience now spans a number of years in Sydney practices as well as locum work with the Aboriginal Medical Services in Taree, Darwin and Alice Springs. He loves the life of a GP: “I’ve always enjoyed the diversity of medicine. Being a GP allows me to see everybody from children to elderly people, while at the same time pursuing special interests and caring for a wide range of patients”. He speaks of one particular new patient, a young man who had travelled an hour and half to see Dr Woon when he worked in Sydney. “He had come after googling LGBT-friendly doctors, because he felt really uncomfortable talking about sexual health issues with his local doctor.” The patient wanted to discuss PrEP, a medication taken by people who do not have HIV to lower their risk of infection. “His current doctor didn’t know much about that medication and he

felt quite judged by him in asking about it. I was able to make him feel comfortable and answer his questions. After that, I saw him every three months, despite his travel time. It’s nice to be able to make patients feel comfortable when discussing something quite private and personal - I feel it’s a real privilege to use my skills and knowledge to assist patients.” Outside of work, Dr Woon enjoys ocean swimming and playing the piano and he is also training for a 100km ultra marathon in the Blue Mountains in May. “Ocean swimming is a bit more difficult now that I’m back home in Canberra!” he jokes. “Instead, I’ve entered a number of trail running events in and around Canberra. I find it balancing to have pursuits outside of work to focus on. It’s an enjoyable outlet and also an excellent way to explore Canberra and see some fantastic scenery at the same time as exercising.”

Dr Woon joins a strong, multidisciplinary team at Ochre Medical Centre Bruce, including Dr Chris McCue, who established the Canberra Allergy clinic at the practice a few months ago. Dr McCue says that, while autumn and winter are not as bad as spring for pollen allergies, people may still be affected by mould and dust mites as they spend more time indoors. “If people have a persistent cough, runny nose, headaches or tummy troubles, they’re more than welcome to come and see me,” he adds. Both Dr Wee-Sian Woon and Dr Chris McCue are accepting new patients. Appointments with Dr Woon are available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and Allergy Clinic bookings with Dr McCue are available Tuesdays and Thursdays on ochrehealth.com.au or by calling the practice on 6180 8500.

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New food, garden waste composting facility for ACT The ACT Government will build a large-scale composting facility at Hume to deal with the 42,000 tonnes of food and garden waste that will be composted as part of the citywide rollout of the Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) bin collection service. “This is an important scheme to support a circular economy and re-use organic matter, a valuable product, as many times as possible, and turn it into compost so that it can be used in the agriculture, the viticulture, and the gardens of our region,” said Chris Steel, ACT Minister for City Services. Turning food and garden waste into nutrient-rich compost will reduce waste emissions by up to 30 per cent, he said. Organic material in landfill turns into methane, a greenhouse gas up to 30 times more potent than carbon dioxide. The facility will be built at the Hume Resource Recovery Estate, close to the government’s Materials Recovery Facility (MRF). The government’s feasibility study stated that the facility would need a capacity of 42,000 tonnes per annum of organic material. The new facility will cater for 50,000 tonnes p.a. and can be expanded to 70,000 tonnes p.a. as Canberra grows. The facility will be built after a procurement process this year. The FOGO waste collection service will be rolled out across Canberra next year and is expected to lower the city’s waste emissions by up to 30 per cent. The scheme reduces the amount of organic waste in a garbage bin that goes to landfill by adding food scraps (including

meat and bones) to garden waste. The lime-green lidded FOGO bin is collected weekly, rather than fortnightly, and the garbage bin is collected fortnightly. “It causes people to rethink what they’re putting in their garbage bin, and whether that material can in fact be recycled in the yellow bin,” Mr Steel said. The pilot began in Belconnen last year, trialled in the Belconnen Town Centre, Bruce, Cook, and Macquarie. Despite some early teething problems – some residents complained the fortnightly garbage collection was not enough – Mr Steel said households had adapted well to the pilot. “There’s been a lot of support for it.” So far, the scheme has collected more than 480 tonnes of rubbish – “Enough to comfortably cover the entire playing surface of GIO Stadium,” he said. Contamination levels were low: only 0.1 per cent. A larger bin or a second bin can be bought for a small fee from ACT No Waste, he said. The feasibility study recommended the government build an in-vessel composting facility, which controls the aeration and temperature – “A really efficient process that takes up less room, but also helps us to manage the odour risk that can come from composting food waste, in particular.” Later this year, the government will release a draft circular economy strategy for public consultation. Besides food waste, what else could be reused as many times as possible: metal, plastics, or other materials? - Nick Fuller

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Local mum Kathryn hasn’t had a single day off since her son Ethan was 26 months old. Days off from work, yes, but worrying about her two children’s life-threatening illness? Not a chance. In a game of medical condition roulette, Kathryn came out at a loss – two of her children were diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) when they were just toddlers. Her son Ethan, now 11, was diagnosed when he was just 26 months old, and her daughter MJ, who’s almost nine, was only 22 months old. “These kids did nothing to deserve getting T1D. They were babies! Their bodies just betrayed them,” says Kathryn, pain evident in her voice. She has high hopes for both their futures – however, one darkness does plague them, and it’s one that Kathryn says her eight-year-old daughter is already worrying about.

Both the kids use a Dexcom Glucose Monitoring System that their mum describes as a “gamechanger”. “Before Dexcom, it was dreadful. We had this tiny little boy, and we were so worried that we would prick him 10 to 15 times a day, because we just didn’t know where he was up to and he couldn’t tell us,” Kathryn recalls. “We would think if only there were a window that could tell us what his blood sugar was doing, and then we learnt about Dexcom. We put him on it straight away and we were paying $120 a week, and then we wouldn’t be without it for MJ, so that was $240 a week.” In 2018, the government began subsiding the life-saving technology and both children were able to get it for free. Kathryn says she was “over the moon”. The downside though to this wonderful gift is buried in the details. Once a child turns 18

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Young Canberrans with T1 Diabetes worry for their future Local kids MJ and Ethan live with Type 1 Diabetes, and fear a future plagued with expensive lifesaving treatments.

or 21, they are no longer awarded the subsidy, and must begin paying for their life-saving machine. “It’s too much to think about. It’s so heartbreaking to know my little ones are already worrying about the costs. I hope in my heart that the government will make it equitable. Every person with Type 1 Diabetes should have this technology,” says Kathryn. - Abbey Halter Read an extended version of MJ and Ethan’s story online.

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Canberrans urged to register as organ donors Four out of five people in the ACT say they agree with organ donation, yet just one in four (25 per cent of) Canberrans are actually registered – one of the lowest rates in the country. To turn those statistics around, Gift of Life’s annual DonateLife Walk will go ahead in April, on its 15th anniversary. Due to COVID-19, this year’s walk will again be a virtual event, taking place from 1 to 7 April in every state and territory. Along with the virtual walks, there will be one organised walk around Lake Burley Griffin on Wednesday 6 April at 8am. Knowing first-hand what it means to be an organ donor recipient is local woman, Jane Brennan. In 2016, she was given the gift

of life by an anonymous heart donation, and still struggles to find words that truly express her gratitude. “To be a heart donor recipient is the best thing… I’m forever thankful for the donor and the family for giving me the gift of life,” Jane said. “If I could talk to the donor today, I’d just say thank you. It means so much to myself and my husband and we got our life back.” Jane’s final plea to Canberrans and Australians who are not yet registered to be an organ donor is simple: “Just sign up. It’s given me my life back and you could save someone else’s life.” Visit www.giftoflife.asn.au to register, learn how to become a donor, and donate.

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COVID strikes Caps out

The Canberra Raiders have equalled the club’s biggest ever comeback with a thrilling 24-22 victory over the Gold Coast Titans at GIO Stadium on Saturday night, 26 March. Canberra looked dead and buried trailing 22-0 in the first half before they came to life, reeling off four straight tries to cut the margin to four points. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad then pounced on a Brad Schneider grubber to tie the scores in the 75th minute before Schneider calmly slotted the conversion to give Canberra the win. Young centre Matt Timoko was outstanding with two tries, while Jack Wighton and Tom Starling were both influential in the victory. The Raiders next play Manly in Mudgee NSW on Saturday evening, 2 April.

A COVID outbreak at the Canberra Capitals forced an early end to their WNBL campaign with the Perth Lynx heading through to the grand final. The Caps lost the first game of the series and were scheduled to host the Lynx in Canberra last Sunday before a number of positive cases were detected in Capitals’ camp. Canberra was then set to play the Lynx in Perth on Wednesday 6 April, but due to the COVID situation, the club determined it would be medically unsafe for the team to travel and play. They have therefore advised they cannot participate in the game, meaning that the series reverts to just one game, which the Lynx has already won.

GIVIT donation of the week: Vouchers for fuel and transport

Turn back time Daylight Saving Time ends in the ACT on Sunday 3 April at 3am when clocks are turned back one hour to 2am, Australian Eastern Standard Time. A handy mnemonic for remembering which way to turn the clock is: Spring forward, fall back.

Op-shops and bazaars Red Dove preloved clothing at Tuggeranong Uniting Church, Comrie Street, Wanniassa on Thursday 31 March to Saturday 2 April 9am-1pm. End of summer and new winter stock, with many specials, plus-women’s, women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, jewellery, linen, books, DVDs and bric-a-brac. Coffee and cake spot operational again. Connect Op-shop at Garratt Street Centre, 23 Garratt Street, Wanniassa is open Tuesdays to Thursdays 9.30am-2pm. Clients can now fill a normal supermarket-sized shopping bag with clothes only for $10! All other items as priced but nothing over $15. The fun is free! Chandler Street Bazaar on Sunday 10 April 10am-3pm at Belconnen Senior Citizens Club, 24 Chandler Street, Belconnen. For sale: plants, books, bric-a-brac, cards, cake stall, balloons for kids, psychic readings, coffee, tea and scones, and more.

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For families experiencing economic hardship across Canberra, the huge increase in petrol prices places an enormous burden on day-to-day living. GIVIT is working with registered charities across the ACT region to support those experiencing crises including financial hardship, domestic and family violence, and mental and physical illness. There is currently a high demand for assistance with the purchase of fuel and transport cards to enable vulnerable families and individuals to transport children to and from school, to access courses of study or regular employment, or to access vital support or health services. GIVIT is calling on our generous Canberrans to help our most vulnerable get back on the road. To fund or donate, visit givit.org.au/whats-needed, search Keyword/Category: ‘fuel’ or ‘transport’; 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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Gig to help Lismore community The Bec Taylor School of Music have organised a gig on Saturday 9 April at The Polo in Turner to raise money to aid Lismore and surrounding communities following the recent devastating floods. A number of Canberra’s most prominent musicians including Endrey, Bec Taylor & the Lyrebirds, Dogworld, Thyme, and Sam Sly, are among 10 bands lending their time and talent to perform. All proceeds will be donated to the Lismore Flood Fund established by the Lismore City Council to help with disaster recovery and community support. Doors open 3.30pm. Tickets are $20 adult/$10 concession and are available at www.trybooking.com

Canberra Classic Boatfest 2022 On Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 April, the Traditional Boat Squadron of Australia, based in Canberra, will again hold its bi-annual Boatfest on Lake Burley Griffin. This is a great opportunity to see classic boats, both restored old ones and new recreations, out on the water together. These vessels are powered by oar, sail, electric and putt-putt motors, with maybe a steamer or two. The event will be based at Lotus Bay, on the foreshore of the Canberra Yacht Club, from 9am. Entry to the public is free and the boats can be viewed at close quarters while at the jetty, or from the shore as they make their way up to Central and East basins on Saturday and in the Grand Parade to Kingston Harbour on Sunday morning. Each boat will display a placard detailing its history and construction, while enthusiastic owners will be only too happy to tell you more about their pride and joy.

Southern Tablelands Group of CWA of NSW This year, the CWA of NSW celebrates its centenary and to mark the occasion, the next big event for the Southern Tablelands Group is the Centenary Blue & Gold Ball on 9 April. The Ball is being held at ‘The Barn’, Woodhouselee Road, Roslyn. The Southern Tablelands Group is made up of 14 branches, namely Braidwood, Bungendore, Collector, Crookwell, Goulburn, Majors Creek, Marulan, Mulwaree, Queanbeyan, Tarago, Taralga and Yass. Some of these areas have a Day and Evening Branch. New members are always welcome at branch meetings.

Queanbeyan Quilters Exhibition Queanbeyan Quilters will hold their 2022 Exhibition on 9-10 April in the Queanbeyan Bicentennial Hall, 253 Crawford St, Queanbeyan. See over 100 quilts and vote for your favourites, quilting demonstrations, buy tickets in a quilt raffle, shop from a member’s sales table and local businesses in the Quilters’ Marketplace. Open Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-3pm. Entry $6, children under 12 free.

Display of Clocks and Watches As part of the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival, the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors Chapter 182 will hold a Display of Clocks and Watches and Appraisal Day on Saturday 9 April 10am-4pm at the Canberra Irish Club, 6 Parkinson Street, Weston. Entry and appraisals by gold coin donation. This event is proudly fundraising in support of The Smith Family Canberra.

Arts Society Lecture On Monday 11 April 6pm at the National Library, Dr Annette Gero will give a talk on ‘War and Pieced: Wartime Quilts, Applique and Geometric Masterpieces’. To register, please contact the Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society at adfasmembershipcanberra@gmail.com. Cost: $30 (payable at the door), includes refreshments. canberraweekly.com.au

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Hot cross bun pull-apart Serves 10, Prep 15 mins Rise 2 hours, Cooking 30 mins 4 1/4 cups (640g) plain flour (bread flour if available)

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Kate Ceberano said her contemporary pop music fits within the broad church of folk music through bringing the history and sound of her life into her music. Photo: Justine Walpole.

Shiny Bum Singers founder and member, Chris Clarke, helped found the group to perform what was meant to be a “one-off show” at the 1999 National Folk Festival. Photo: Denholm Samaras.

The National returns for all kinds of folk Three years on and the 2019 National Folk Festival, the event’s last fully fledged iteration, feels like an eternity ago. With the 2020 festival cancelled and 2021’s scaled-down Good Folk taking over the streets of Queanbeyan for the Easter long weekend, this year they’re back at EPIC and gearing up for a return to the glory days. With a program that combines headline acts with cult favourites, quirky fringe acts, workshops and dances, there is a sense of excitement and anticipation amongst performers, administrators, volunteers, and festivalgoers alike. One of this year’s headline acts, Kate Ceberano, told Canberra Weekly she was eager to be a part of the fun after her friend, Festival Artistic Director Katie Noonan, outlined her vision. “What she’s trying to do with the festival is return it to an earlier story, pay homage to the owners of our country, and give us an identity of folk music,” Ceberano said. Initially unsure of how her contemporary pop music fitted within the broad church of folk music, Noonan reassured Ceberano of her rightful place. “She told me you are essentially Australian, bringing the history and sound of your life into your work, and no one can judge whether it’s

folk enough.” Playing on the Friday night, Ceberano comes to the Folky while touring her latest album, 2021’s Sweet Inspiration, which tips its hats to the traditions of folk music through honest storytelling. The album comprises two originals written during lockdown, title track Sweet Inspiration, and Hold On, and a host of covers of some of her favourite songs. Ceberano said Hold On was written for her daughter as she celebrated her second birthday in a row in lockdown. “Hasn’t folk music always been for the purpose of telling a story?” she said. “This is the story of folk, and I guess I was writing Hold On like that for my daughter, and maybe every other person’s son or daughter in that space.” Local group and Festival stalwarts, the Shiny Bum Singers, have routinely played the Folky since they formed in 1999.

Shiny Bum Singers founder and member, Chris Clarke, told Canberra Weekly they initially formed for the Festival for what was meant to be a one-off performance. Realising Canberra’s “local industry” wasn’t represented in song, Clarke and some colleagues thought they’d right that by performing the “work songs of the public service in traditional working dress”. “To our amazement, they put us on the program, so we had to create the group and the songs pretty much from scratch,” he said. Their inaugural performance was scheduled for 10am on the Saturday morning, known amongst artists as a “graveyard shift”. “It was an amazing first performance because we weren’t expecting any more than a few people turn up … but, in fact, the place was packed out to overflowing,” Clarke said. “Hundreds of people were turned away.” Playing the Festival every few years, the singers regard it as their “spiritual home”. “We’re excited to be back at the National this year, we started there and it is where we came from,” Clarke said. An accomplished singer, Clarke’s

favourite part of the festival are the session bar singing sessions that can last well into the early hours of the morning, and the lesser-known hymns on Easter Sunday morning. “It’s a bit of a hidden secret,” he said, “but it’s actually the best thing of the Festival.” “Everybody comes to sing along, from Christians of all denominations of whatever degree of interest right through to atheists who want to come along … It’s the most unusual hymn book they sing from.” Now 23 years since they first formed, just three of the original members remain, with nearly all 12 current singers no longer working as public servants. Writing all their own material, they have amassed a catalogue of roughly 350 songs. “We were worried about running out of ideas early on, but far from it – and they’re still coming out now,” Clarke said. “The public service and politics it serves is a never-ending stream of inspiration.” The National Folk Festival returns to Exhibition Park in Canberra over the Easter long weekend, 14-18 April; folkfestival.org.au - Denholm Samaras canberraweekly.com.au

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Canberra-based artist and Kaurna man, James Tylor, said it was “pretty special” to have his work featured as part of the NGA’s 4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony. Photos: Denholm Samaras.

Melbourne artist and Gunditjimara and Djabwurrung woman, Hayley Millar Baker’s short film Nyctinasty draws on her lived experience of connection to spirits and ancestors.

Triennial ‘another stitch in a timeless heritage’ An exhibition nearly five years in the making, the National Gallery of Australia’s 4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony, opened on 26 March. Curated by Arrernte and Kalkadoon woman Hetti Perkins, in collaboration with National Gallery curators, Ceremony

showcases 18 new bodies of work by 38 First Nations artists from across the country. Perkins said that through the works presented, the participating artists assert the prevalence of ceremony as “a forum for artmaking today in First Nations communities”.

“Ceremony is the nexus of Country, culture and community, and the 4th National Indigenous Art Triennial is another stitch in a timeless heritage,” she said. The expansive exhibition across the National Gallery site includes works in the Sculpture Garden, Fern Garden and on

Lake Burley Griffin, and brings together a diverse range of artists working in a variety of art forms including sculpture, painting, ceramics, moving image, photography and more. Canberra-based artist and Kaurna man, James Tylor, told Canberra Weekly it’s

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“pretty special” to be part of the “pinnacle” Indigenous art show that is Ceremony. His selected work, The Darkness of Enlightenment, features 18 daguerreotype photographs interspersed with a series of small-scale bronze works comprising Kaurna cultural objects, and flora and fauna native to the region. The landscape photographs capture sites along South Australia’s Kangaroo Island and Fleurieu Peninsula, locations of significance to both Tylor’s Indigenous and European ancestors. “There’s this period of time when Kaurna culture was documented by Europeans on the frontier when Adelaide was colonised,” he said. “The objects that are in there all refer to things that happened at that point in time or bits where we know they’re recorded, and the information isn’t quite there … From a cultural perspective it’s like filling in the gaps.” Kangaroo Island was colonised before the mainland by whalers and sealers, some of whom were Tylor’s European relatives. “I have an interconnected relationship between those places and stories as well, both on my Indigenous and nonIndigenous side,” he said. “I’m kind of interested in that point of transmission of information between the two exchanges.” Having been based in Canberra for the past four years, Tylor enjoys living here with his family and hopes to become better connected within the local arts scene as the ACT emerges from the pandemic. “Canberra’s lovely right, it’s a beautiful place,” he said. “I was hoping to be more connected now four years on but it’s tough … it’s been a weird time.” Melbourne artist and Gunditjimara and Djabwurrung woman, Hayley Millar Baker,

told Canberra Weekly she was honoured to have her work, an eight-minute black-andwhite film titled Nyctinasty, shown as part of Ceremony. “It’s iconic, this exhibition is really iconic, and it’s come at a really good time in my practice,” she said. The artist’s first film, Nycinasty is about spirituality in contemporary times, and the domestic space. It draws on Millar Baker’s lived experience of connection to spirits and ancestors. “All of my work is based on a foundation of my work experience and my own identity,” she said. The film was shot during lockdown in Melbourne in one day - a “horrendous experience”, but a great learning curve for Millar Baker on her first production. “It was a really long day with everybody … and with all of the city on lockdown we had to wait to get the footage to then be able to start with edits,” she said. “There were a lot of back and-forth and phone calls, which is interesting when you’re working on a big project with so many people. “The fact that we did it and it turned out like it has is incredible.” Both artists praised the exhibition for presenting a “beautifully curated”, diverse array of works. “Every single work holds its own, but the works also communicate to each other so nicely; it’s a really beautiful curation by Hetti (Perkins),” Millar Baker said. “It’s a special show; there’s not a lot of shows you see where every single work fits so well together.” The 4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony is on at the National Gallery of Australia until Sunday 31 July; nga.gov.au

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Former U.S. Army Ranger Jackson Briggs (Channing Tatum) is down on his luck. Suffering from the effects of multiple concussions and PTSD thanks to his career thus far in the military, Briggs is also struggling in adapting to civilian life. Wanting nothing more than to re-join his old unit, Briggs jumps at the chance to prove himself by bringing military dog Lulu on a cross-country tour to her former handler’s funeral. In his feature directorial debut, Tatum adds depth to the expected storyline of man-andhis-dog, such as Turner and Hooch, where a stuffy, lone bachelor learns to compromise and love while on a mission begrudgingly partnered with man’s best friend. Here, the title Dog can easily refer to both leads as they mirror one

another, while also serving as a reference to depression. Lulu also suffers mental ailments thanks to a distinguished military career, to be finalised post her handler’s funeral. While the spectre of death lingers over the movie, Briggs views Lulu’s life well lived due to her impeccable military service. It is thanks to the experiences and people that he meets along the way (including a surprise turn from Ethan Suplee), that Briggs can start to see a life beyond the strict confines of the military and his own self-worth. Verdict: A surprisingly deep and moving study of a man’s growing perspective through his (begrudging) caring of another. A great directorial debut and acting effort by Tatum. 3.5 stars. Viewed at Palace Cinemas. - Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net

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This week, Michael Popple reviews three unique mystery debuts. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog: unseenlibrary.com Daughters of Eve by Nina D. Campbell Allen & Unwin, $32.99

After a despicable man is shot dead in front of her, Sydney detective Emilia Hart jumps at the chance to lead a highprofile murder case. However, the investigation gets more complicated when multiple men are murdered, each of them a suspected abuser. When a mysterious group, the Daughters of Eve, takes credit for the killings, Hart must dive into the grim recesses of domestic violence in Australia, before anarchy rules the streets. This is an amazing novel from an exceptional new Australian author. Merging a captivating mystery with topical social elements, Daughters of Eve is an enthralling and highly recommended read.

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Western Australia, 1896. As the pearling ships return to Bannin Bay, one ship arrives with its captain missing. With no clues about what happened, and an innocent crewmember arrested for his murder, the captain’s daughter, Eliza Brightwell, is determined to find the truth. However, Eliza is unprepared for all the dark secrets about her family that she will uncover. This is a distinctive and powerful debut from Pook that drags readers to the brutal colonial landscape of Western Australia. You will swiftly fall in love with this compelling, character-driven tale that makes brilliant use of its historical setting.

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In the mighty Sovan Empire, law and order is maintained by the Justices, powerful knights with magical abilities who investigate crimes and facilitate rigorous trials. When Justice Sir Konrad Vonvalt and his clerk Helena investigate a vicious murder in a provincial town, they uncover a dangerous conspiracy that threatens everything they hold dear. Swan makes his fantasy debut with The Justice of Kings, an exceedingly clever novel that expertly combines a high fantasy setting with a murder mystery and legal thriller storyline. Set to be one of the best fantasy novels of 2022, this is an epic ‘must read’.

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Liam Budge surveys fatherhood across cultures An accomplished musician, photographer and videographer, Canberran Liam Budge has turned his hand to playwriting to develop a multidisciplinary theatre work surveying fatherhood. Utilising his creative skillset, Budge aims to bring the three elements together to tell the stories of eight dads, each from different cultural or experiential backgrounds. “It’s the first time I’ve combined all my different creative elements into one project,” he said. Conceived as a documentary theatre piece with live music, he already has two interviews in the can. “The final project will be a very broad range of views on fatherhood, on experiences of fatherhood, and a creative response to that,” he said. “I thought it was a really interesting, universal topic I could jump into and explore in a different way I haven’t seen done before.” The idea for the project was spurred on by time spent at home with his young son during the pandemic. “During COVID, we spent a lot of time together hanging out, and I was really keen

to keep creating, and how that manifested was really taking a lot of very high production home movies of Julian (his son). “Also getting into film photography, and really focusing that on the family environment, and it made me start thinking about what I wanted to do creatively next.” With a clear idea for the project, Budge went to The Street’s Early Phase development program – a collaborative concept development process that takes the seed of an idea and progresses it toward a concept treatment. The program helped Budge organise his thoughts and think through the logistics of his project’s grand scope and scale. It included mentor sessions with photographer Jarrad Seng and Sydney playwright and dramaturg Campion Decent, who does a lot of a work in verbatim theatre – the process of interviewing subjects and compiling the product from the responses. “I was really interested in how he (Decent) could help me, because this was

Canberra musician, photographer and videographer Liam Budge is bringing his creative skillset together for a multi-disciplinary theatre project surveying fatherhood. Photo: Denholm Samaras.

the first time I had embarked on profiling a lot of different people,” Budge said. “That really helped before I’d started to film on how to construct interviewing to get some interesting responses from the subjects.” Budge is still on the lookout for subjects. To find out more or register your interest, visit creswickcollective.com/fathers - Denholm Samaras

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ART SONG CANBERRA: Their next concert, Persons of Interest, featuring Christina Wilson and Alan Hicks, at the Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, 3 April, 3pm; trybooking.com/BXCTC

THE GENTLEMAN’S COMPANION: A new work from Dianna Nixon and Christopher Samuel Carroll with a meal at Louie Louie Gin Bar, Verity Lane Market, 31 March 7pm; 123tix.com.au SHEN YUN: Sublime traditional Chinese dance and orchestral music returns to Canberra Theatre for two shows only, 31 March and 1 April; shenyun.com ANCA GALLERY: The Dickson art space hosts new exhibition, selected01 by Henry Hu, until 24 April; anca.net.au DEAD MARINES: Bring their Kill Us All tour to Polish White Eagle Club, Turner, Friday 1 April 7.30pm; trybooking.com ECHOES OF PINK FLOYD: Australia’s largest scale Pink Floyd concept act play Canberra Southern Cross Club, Woden, 1 April 8pm; cssc.com.au MISTER OTT: Ethiopian jazz crosses dub-fun hip-hop at The Street, City West, 1 April 8pm; thestreet.org.au DECEMBER: A new theatre production on climate change featuring Canberran Jake Silvestro fusing acrobatics and drawings, at The Playhouse, Civic, 1-2 April; canberratheatrecentre.com.au BELCONNEN ARTS CENTRE: Hosts new exhibition, Precious by Cam Michael, 1 April-15 May; belcoarts.com.au CANBERRA YOUTH THEATRE: Presents Dags by Debra Oswald, the ultimate show about the glory of never fitting in, 1-9 April, The Courtyard Studio, Civic; canberrayouththeatre.com.au VICTOR MARTINEZ PARADA AND PACHAMAMA: Perform a Latin-American inspired concert, Saturday 2 April 7-9pm, at Smith’s Alternative, City West; smithsalternative.com MAGIC AND THE MASTERS: The Canberra Youth Orchestra and James McCusker Orchestra

MOTHER AND SON: The Australian television comedy adapted to the stage by original writer Geoffrey Atherden, at The Q, Queanbeyan, until 3 April; theq.net.au

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LIFE WITH ENDOMETRIOSIS: Photoart book launch for Margaret Kalms’ new title at Hygge House at Terroux, Wallaroo, 3 April 3-4pm; Eventbrite.

perform music from Beethoven to modern Australian composers, Albert Hall, Yarralumla, 2 April 5pm; Eventbrite.

ROLLING BLACKOUTS COAST FEVER: Bring their 2022 Australian tour to Kambri, ANU, Tuesday 5 April; rollingblackoutsband.com

GEEK MARKETS CANBERRA: Hosting over 80 traders selling boardgames, clothing, art, comics and more at the Fitzroy Pavilion, EPIC, 2 April 9am5pm; free, book via canberrageekmarkets.com.au

THE LAST FIVE YEARS - IN CONCERT: An independent musical theatre production showing 5-9 April at Belconnen Theatre; trybooking.com

HEART 2 HEART HIGH VIBES FESTIVAL: Showcasing local small businesses of a “high vibing nature” at Jerrabomberra Community Centre, 2 April 9.30am-5pm; find more on Facebook. CJ SHAW: Join the ARIA nominated music teacher and musician as he launches new album All Sorts at Belconnen Arts Centre, 4pm & 7pm Saturday 2 April 2022; belcoarts.com.au BANDALUZIA FLAMENCO: Andalusian music and dance at The Street, City West, Saturday 2 April, 7.30pm; thestreet.org.au CANBERRA AIRPORT OPEN DAY: Returns with aerial displays and much more Sunday 3 April, 9am-3pm; bookings essential via Eventbrite. CANBERRA SINFONIA: Perform a Mozart Concerto Gala at Wesley Uniting Church, Forrest, 2 April, 3-4pm; events.humantix.com SAN CISCO: The Fremantle indie-pop trio bring their Between You and Me album tour to UC Refectory, Bruce, 3 April from 8pm; sancisco.com

HAMLET: Bell Shakespeare’s critically acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet returns to The Playhouse, Civic, 7-16 April; canberratheatrecentre.com.au CANBERRA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Their Chamber Ensemble, led by Jessica Cottis, perform Stargazers at the National Museum of Australia Atrium, 7 April 6.30pm; cso.org.au CHEF ANTONIO’S RECIPES FOR REVOLUTION: The Australian/Italian documentary will have a Canberra premiere and Q&A Thursday 7 April, 7pm at Dendy Canberra; dendy.com.au CANBERRA POTTERS: The Watson Gallery hosts new exhibition, Connections: EASS 2022, 7 April-1 May; canberrapotters.com.au QUEANBEYAN QUILTERS: Their 2022 exhibition with more than 100 quilts at Queanbeyan Bicentennial Hall, 9-10 April. Send your free entertainment listings to: arts@canberraweekly.com.au with ‘what’s on’ in the subject field. Deadline is 10 days prior to Thursday edition date.

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1 ELK Mostro tassel earring, $59, Debbie Maree’s Fashion Boutique; 2 Striped tailored jacket, $825, sandro-paris.com.au; 3 Striped shorts, $475, sandro-paris.com.au; 4 Wool cashmere scarf, $79, Arpelle; 5 Øriginal Grand golf shoe, $290, colehaan.com.au; 6 Bandage knit fringed dress, $398, karenmillen.com/au; 7 Embellished fringed satin woven slip, $558, karenmillen.com/au; 8 Nimbus loafer, $529, fluevog.com.au

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Jessica Chastain was a lavender dream in her ombre Gucci gown, looking the part of Best Actress, which she won for her starring role in The Eyes of Tammy Faye.

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Pam and Tommy star Lily James stepped out on the Oscars red carpet for the first time in a sweet yet sexy Atelier Versace gown. The high slit showcased her very Anderson-esque pink satin platforms.

Ever the style icon, Zendaya graced the red carpet in modern, midriff-baring look. The cropped menswear shirt paired with a silver sequined floor-length skirt is head-to-toe Valentino.

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The 94th Academy Awards once again graced our screens this week, bringing its signature golden glamour. Celebs took to the red carpet in their most polished looks, but only a few made our list for the Best Dressed attendees. WITH BEAUTY AND FASHION EDITOR, ANJA DE ROZARIO

Megan Thee Stallion made her Oscar debut in a gown by Gaurav Gupta that took “mermaid cut” to a new level, as her crystalencrusted skirts literally made waves down the red carpet.

Former Disney star Sofia Carson embodied old Hollywood glamour in this black tulle princess gown by Giambattista Valli, accessorised with diamonds and a sleek bun.

Lupita Nyong’o looked like the whole Oscar, in the best way, as she sparkled in gold Prada. The 12 Years A Slave actress also wore Prada when she won the 2014 Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.

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Flexible sport uniforms keep girls in the game New research by Victoria University shows that letting girls and women choose their own sport uniforms increases chances of them continuing the sport. Focusing on case studies across netball, swimming and cricket, results showed that 48 per cent of participants believe that flexible uniform regulations encourage ongoing participation in their sports. Participants reported overall a 41 per cent increase in confidence, a 34 per cent increase in happiness, and a 30 per cent reduction in selfconsciousness. Almost three in 10 (28 per cent) agreed that flexibility in their sports uniforms provides more freedom, and 20 per cent went as far to say that

it helped them perform at their best. Lead researcher, Professor Clare Hanlon, said the study was driven to explore strong evidence that physical activity in girls declines significantly once they hit adolescence, partially due to the influence of body image. The study began by surveying over 300 Victorian girls between the ages of 12 and 18 on what made them feel comfortable and confident to join in sports. Adolescent girls answered that they prefer a choice of uniform that doesn’t leave them feeling overexposed; clothing that fits well and is not unisex; dark coloured bottoms; and uniforms made from appropriate materials. The secondary phase of the

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At Warriors Netball Club in the ACT, players are offered the choice of the traditional dress, shorts, or leggings. Photo supplied.

study allowed subjects the choice of shorts, skirts, or leggings in the team colour, resulting in overwhelmingly positive feedback. “Clearly not one ‘style’ fits all team members or individuals so there is a need for consistent flexible uniform policies/regulations across sport in all associations,” said Professor Hanlon. Echoing this sentiment is Arawang Netball Association president, Roni Seden, who founded the Warriors Netball Club 10 years ago to support her own daughter staying in the game after primary school. “There is absolutely a significance in allowing players a choice. It helps women with their confidence, and confidence is everything to them in the game. “There’s enough pressure on their skill, ability, and team comraderies, they shouldn’t have to also be worried about how people are looking at them. To me, that’s common sense.” Sport runs in the Seden family. Roni herself has played basketball for almost three decades. Her daughter, now 20, started playing netball in Year 2. Roni says her proudest accomplishment is passing on her love of sport. “There are so many reasons why sport is an asset to a life: friendship, fitness, mental health. Community can always be achieved through sport. Women should be able to play any sport and feel confident and

comfortable.” At Warriors Netball Club, dresses have never been a requirement, particularly since players of all genders are accepted. “Girls that like to play female dominated sports, who don’t consider themselves particularly ‘girly’, they don’t wear a dress in their everyday lives so why should they wear one on the court?” Roni remembers when the “oldschool mentality” was the norm, and national sports regulations enforced uniform consistency to showcase that netball was a “female-dominated” sport. “Now I believe the decision is given back to the clubs, but it is something that still exists on an elite level. There’s still a long way to go,” says Roni. “For a sport that’s so massive with young girls in our country, some will be turned off from their dreams of representing Australia if they are forced to wear a dress – that’s sad, but it’s also detrimental to the sport. “It’s important for all sports leaders to understand their members. To stay in touch and have those hard but really important conversations.” The study was funded by the Victorian government’s Change Our Game initiative. To review the findings, visit changeourgame.vic.gov.au. - Anja de Rozario

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I’ll have an Old Fashioned please, bartender. This drinks trolley is such a showstopper – imagine rolling out of bed in your silk dressing gown, pouring yourself a martini, and sipping from your balcony with views over the city. How roaring twenties of you!

Dominique drinks trolley $229 Early Settler

We’re bringing art deco back, baby! The roaring twenties were encapsulated by The Great Gatsby, flawless style, post-war partying, and jazz-age flappers flouting Prohibition laws. Now that we’ve hit the twenties again, it’s only appropriate to flaunt some of that retro décor so you can bring 1922 into 2022. WITH HOME EDITOR, ABBEY HALTER

Charlie tub velvet armchair $549 Early Settler

Villeroy & Boch MetroChich teacup and saucer $115.90 Villeroy & Boch

Bone inlay round mirror $850 Fenton&Fenton

This cup and saucer set is the epitome of art deco style; the sharp lines, the black and gold, and the square design. Absolutely perfect!

This mirror just screams art deco! Prop it up on your wall, above your sink, or on your dresser for a total 1920s vibe.

Charlotte Rhead ceramics art deco cake plate $125 Nellie Bligh at Dirty Janes

A true 1920s piece, this art deco cake plate is something you’d find at your fashionable great-grandma’s house. The intricate design, unusual shape and splash of colour make this piece simply divine.

5321 Lamp by Gubi $899 Designcraft

Emerald martini glass $60 for set of two Fenton&Fenton

A velvet armchair is exceptionally 1920s. Perched next the fireplace with a cosy throw, a vintage book, and a hot tea… the perfect aesthetic.

Ribbed taper candle $14.95 for set of two Pillow Talk Peacock dancer statue $3,000 Satin Doll Vintage at Dirty Janes

Textiles and light fittings with classic shell patterns were all the rage in the 1920s and it’s not hard to see why. It’s such a stylish way to make a vintage fashion statement.

A 1920s feature wouldn’t be complete without an art deco martini glass. This magnificent emerald piece is cool, creative and dapper! You’ll be the talk of the town if you bring these glasses out at a dinner party.

A tapered candle was all the rage in the 1920s. Simply scatter them around your home in decadent pillars to create a Great Gatsby ambience - you’ll feel like a rich heiress floating around in a mansion in New York.

The flappers’ subculture is one of the greatest trends to come out of the 1920s. The bobbed hair, layered statement necklaces, scandalous dresses and flaunted disdain for the behaviour expected of women … what absolute queens!

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The latest in news, trends and happenings for the home. Recycled collectible toy Recyclings (pictured above) are ‘plastic made fantastic’! The cute little toys are an entirely new way to play – they’re made using repurposed bottle caps, making them the world’s first recycled collectabled. Each character is made from 70 per cent recycled plastic, saving five bottle caps from sitting in landfill. There are over 90 to collect, from dragons and dumplings, handbags and hotdogs, to pandas

Dandelion Bonnie and Neil’s latest collection, Dandelion, is simple, fresh, and serenely stylish. Inspired by life’s simple joys, the series is heavily influenced by nature and features bright colours, intricate patterns and designs, and has a heavenly vintage flair. The apple print, the 1960s style daisy print, more subtle dandy print, the vivid matilda print … the whole of Dandelion is as sweet as honey, as nice as a Goldilocks autumn day, and evokes Domenique Dumont’s 2020 track, Sunshine in 1929. The collection features indoor and outdoor cushions, tablecloths, tea towels, glassware, and napkins. View the Dandelion collection at bonnieandneil.com.au

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Rural retreat

Hall 40 Alexandra Street Exquisite, rural, and pristinely maintained, this picture-perfect property is settled amongst beautiful bushland and offers gorgeous views and leafy outlooks from all the walls of windows. A sublime summer oasis, the yard boasts a sparkling swimming pool, a covered entertainer’s deck, and lush lawn expanding across the block. Inside, the four generous

bedrooms all contain built-in wardrobes while the segregated master suite features a stunning ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. With the abundance of living areas, there’s plenty of space for the whole family to enjoy peace and quiet. The heart of the home is the new kitchen which boasts stone benchtops, gas stove, a dishwasher, and generous storage. Agent Jason Hall’s favourite part

of the property is the rural location, and the family room window which frames the heavenly backyard. “I absolutely love Hall for its small country town feel, yet it still being close to Gungahlin. There’s also easy access into Canberra, and the local wineries in the area are superb. You have One Tree Hill bike and walking trail close by, and the wonderful 1882 Hall bar and grill restaurant for a quality family meal on the weekend,” says Jason. The extra features of this delightful family home include stripped and coated wooden floors in the main living areas, a rain tank, slow combustion heater, vegetable garden, new window dressings and treatments

in the sunroom and kitchen, all new light fittings, reverse cycle air conditioning, and upgraded rear pergola. This idyllic, blissful, and flawless family home is a walk away from Hall shops, nestled at the end of a quiet street, and close to the picturesque Halls Creek.

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Vacancy tax on the cards for local shops A potential end to Canberra’s high commercial vacancy rates could be on the horizon, with Greens MLA Johnathan Davis calling for an investigation into a potential vacancy tax. Mr Davis moved a motion in the ACT Legislative Assembly on Thursday 24 March, suggesting a vacancy tax could be the solution to Canberra’s empty shopfront dilemma. “Canberra was designed to ensure each suburb has their own shops, schools, and recreation

space. However, we know of too many instances throughout our suburbs, particularly in my community of Tuggeranong, where commercial property has been left vacant,” he said. Mr Davis said an inquiry would also give answers as to how many residential properties are vacant, and why. “This work is so important while Australia grapples with a housing affordability crisis. We cannot afford to have a single home in Canberra

vacant while we have so many who need a home,” he said. “My motion calls on the ACT Legislative Assembly to investigate if a vacancy tax could incentivise commercial and residential landlords to ensure their properties meet community expectations.” In response, Canberra Business Chamber CEO, Graham Catt, said he would be interested to see the findings. “The issue of empty commercial buildings is more than just

shopfronts. It varies in different parts of the city,” Mr Catt said. “What we need to be looking for is ways to incentivise landlords to get businesses into those vacant premises. “A vacancy tax may work, they have them in other countries with varying success, but the inquiry will give us a better understanding of what we might need to do to incentivise landlords to make sure we don’t have vacant shops.” - Abbey Halter

Land supply has no impact on house prices: ACT Government The blame game for Canberra’s lack of housing affordability continues, with the Canberra Liberals pressuring the ACT Labor-Greens Government to act, while the local government claim it’s the Commonwealth’s responsibility. In the wake of the ACT Government’s Budget Review for 2021-22, released on 24 March, Canberra Liberals leader Elizabeth Lee said she was “incredibly disappointed” to see a lack of initiatives to address skyrocketing house prices. “The Labor-Greens Government’s own Budget Review even acknowledges that if the demand for land is higher than supply, prices will rise,” Ms Lee said. “Tens of thousands of Canberrans are lining up for only a few dozen blocks of land for detached housing and are subsequently seeing their dream of owning their own home slip away.” Ms Lee said the ACT Treasury stated that to relieve the pressure on land prices, an urgent supply 44

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response is necessary. Canberra Weekly recently sought responses about Canberra’s housing affordability crisis from the ACT Government, to which a spokesperson said the rise in house prices was the responsibility of the Commonwealth Government. “The suggestion that land supply is driving price increases is simply not correct. House price increases since the COVID-19 pandemic have been driven by record low interest rates and tax incentives for investments in property, each of which are the responsibility of the Commonwealth Government,” the spokesperson said. They said that in the Indicative Land Release Program (ILRP) accompanying the ACT Budget, the ACT Government’s target is to release land for 16,434 dwellings. “The ACT Government is responding to unprecedented circumstances following the COVID-19 pandemic and is using all of the policy tools available to help deliver on its ILRP and support affordable housing,” they said.

The Canberra Liberals and the ACT Government disagree on measures to combat Canberra’s housing affordability crisis. File image.

MLA plans motion to demand landlord references ACT Labor backbencher Michael Pettersson MLA is planning to introduce a motion to the ACT Legislative Assembly that would give renters the power to request a reference from their landlord, not just the other way round. It would give prospective tenants the right to receive a reference from a landlord’s previous tenants, Mr Pettersson said, giving landlords a greater incentive to treat renters with more dignity and respect. “I’m a renter myself and I would like the ability to provide information to future tenants about my experience with the landlord. I

saw the idea suggested by comedian Tom Cashman on TikTok and I could immediately see the benefits for Canberra renters,” he said. Real Estate Institute of the ACT (REIACT) CEO, Michelle Tynan, said that while the real estate industry isn’t against the motion, it would have to be conducted under the same tenancy database that evaluates tenants. “We have to adjudicate whether the person is a bad landlord, but it needs to be the same process for tenants and listed in a tenancy database. There’s no other way to be fair,” Ms Tynan said.

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under the hammer

4 Homestead Gardens, Jerrabomberra

$2,150,000 Luton

72 Degraves Crescent, Wanniassa

$1,020,000 Edge

135 Samaria Street, Crace

$1,900,000 Confidence

14 Dorney Rise, Taylor

$985,000

New Door

50 Booroondara Street, Reid

$1,800,000 Home by Holly

2 Vogelsang Place, Flynn

$980,000

Luton

18 Foveaux Street, Ainslie

$1,760,000 LJ Hooker

27 Ayrton Street, Gungahlin

$970,000

Ray White

15 Volpato Street, Forde

$1,720,000 PRD

12 Shoobridge Circuit, Dunlop

$880,000

LJ Hooker

7 Cockburn Street, Curtin

$1,585,000 Hayman Partners

66 Alan Watt Crescent, Casey

$880,000

Ray White

18 McCawley Street, Watson

$1,555,000 Home by Holly

9 Koorong Place, Queanbeyan West

$835,000

Upside

8 Bowser Place, Curtin

$1,525,000 Hayman Partners

33 Thornhill Crescent, Dunlop

$835,000

Ray White

7 Keane Place, Fraser

$1,520,000 Belle

16 Armstrong Crescent, Holt

$830,000

Luton

40 Woodberry Avenue, Coombs

1A Beedham Place, Lyons

$1,500,000 Hayman Partners

2/50 Henry Kendall Street, Franklin

$830,000

Luton

502/4 Anzac Park, Campbell

$1,500,000 JWLand

34 Arthur Blakeley Way, Coombs

$825,500

Verv

108 Lexcen Avenue, Nicholls

$1,465,000 Luton

6 Shearston Street, Moncrieff

$820,000

Blackshaw

86 Beasley Street, Torrens

$1,430,000 McGrath

18 McDougall Street, Charnwood

$805,000

Luton

49 Angophora Street, Rivett

$1,411,000 Belle

13 Kidman Close, Kambah

$762,000

Cream

31 Nicklin Crescent, Fadden

$1,400,000 Solely

3/139 Kelleway Avenue, Nicholls

$750,000

Luton

1 Peden Place, Watson

$1,360,000 Home by Holly

3 Barunga Street, Ngunnawal

$742,500

Luton

13 Ligar Place, Holder

$1,350,000 Blackshaw

44/41 Phillip Hodgins Street, Wright

$691,499

Home by Holly

4/36 Gosse Street, Kingston

$1,340,000 LJ Hooker

40/21 Christina Stead Street, Franklin

$680,000

Impact

108 Monaro Crescent, Red Hill

$1,325,000 Francis

18 Jondol Place, Isabella Plains

$670,000

Luton

16 Batchelor Street, Torrens

$1,260,000 McGrath

6/58 Betty Maloney Crescent, Banks

$660,000

LJ Hooker

37 Kenyon Circuit, Monash

$1,250,000 Irwin Property

1908/120 Eastern Valley Way, Belconnen $651,000

PRD

133 Kingsford Smith Drive, Melba

$1,220,000 Ray White

4/10 Ovens Street, Griffith

$635,000

LJ Hooker

16 Gorman Crescent, Nicholls

$1,220,000 Crowthers

36/17 Wimmera Street, Harrison

$630,000

LJ Hooker

5 McHenry Street, Amaroo

$1,200,000 Morrissey Property

128/311 Anketell Street, Greenway

$610,000

Independent

4/1 McGowan Place, Dickson

$1,150,000 Cream

38/36 Morell Close, Belconnen

$575,000

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19 Stockdale Street, Dickson

$1,130,000 LJ Hooker

315/1 Anthony Rolfe Avenue, Gungahlin $572,500

LJ Hooker

12 Elliman Street, Gungahlin

$1,115,000 Hive

163/45 Catalano Street, Wright

$560,000

Blackshaw

29 Crozier Circuit, Kambah

$1,115,000 Luton

15C/21 Beissel Street, Belconnen

$548,000

11 McVilly Close, Gordon

$1,110,000 Luton

31/39 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Narrabundah $527,500

Fuse

72 Heagney Crescent, Chisholm

$1,108,000 Property Collective

176/39 Benjamin Way, Belconnen

$515,000

Hive

102 Longmore Crescent, Wanniassa

$1,107,000 McCann

148/61 John Gorton Drive, Wright

$505,000

Verv

21 Lachlan Street, Macquarie

$1,100,000 LJ Hooker

6/10 Lonsdale Street, Braddon

$492,000

Hive

6 Corser Close, Fadden

$1,100,000 LJ Hooker

73 /77 Gozzard Street, Gungahlin

$490,000

Impact

39 Margaret Tucker Street, Bonner

$1,100,000 Confidence

44/53 McMillan Crescent, Griffith

$460,000

LJ Hooker

22/1 Provan Street, Campbell

$1,100,000 Home by Holly

47/43 Constitution Avenue, Reid

$440,000

Edge

6 Annan Close, Amaroo

204 Bugden Avenue, Fadden

$1,100,000 LJ Hooker

8/8 Beetaloo Street, Hawker

$400,000

LJ Hooker

72 Maribyrnong Avenue, Kaleen

$1,080,000 Home by Holly

16/3-5 Davison Street, Crestwood

$341,000

inStyle

12 Archdall Street, MacGregor

$1,075,000 LJ Hooker

4/17 Medley Street, Chifley

$332,500

LJ Hooker

8 Renfree Street, Casey

$1,042,000 Manage Me

16/5 Mowatt Street, Queanbeyan

$217,500

LJ Hooker

29 Balamara Street, Giralang

$1,025,000 Luton

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

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Agent

Suzi Wells 0411 398 563 McGrath Canberra Auction Sat 2 April 10.30am

2 Hodel Place, Fadden 2

Andrew Curren 0424 288 717 LJ Hooker Tuggeranong Auction Sat 2 April 1pm

Agent

Andrew Lonsdale 0428 486 692 Ray White Canberra Auction Thu 7 April 5pm

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Renovated haven Melba 15 Castles Place Pristine and serene on a private estate-like block, 15 Castles Place is surrounded by verdant gardens, is beautifully renovated and reveals a plethora of divine architectural features. Agent Andrew Lonsdale says the private and expansive family home sits on park-like grounds on a battleaxe block backing a reserve. “In my opinion, the covered front deck off the kitchen and dining room, along with the rear deck to the family room, and home office or fourth bedroom, are all absolute standout features of the home,” says Andrew. “The mature gardens surrounding the home provide an abundance of privacy, and the proximity to a fantastic playground makes it an ideal location for a family. The garden itself is filled with a cornucopia of plants, including mature Japanese maples, creating a tranquil sanctuary.” A magical and special home that has undergone contemporary updates to bring it into the 21st century, this abode is truly a 46

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wonderland of surprises. “Internally, the spiral staircase to the lower-ground rumpus room creates versatility for the new owners, and the built-in cabinetry is first class,” says Andrew. “Some of my personal favourite features include the parquetry floors, leadlight feature windows, a bay window in one of the bedrooms, a spiral staircase to the lower-ground studio, and a gorgeous hammeredcopper canopy over the open fireplace in the loungeroom.”

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2.0 Thurs 7 April 6pm On request Andrew Lonsdale 0428 486 692 Bradley McDowell 0447 622 702

Ray White Canberra 6173 6300

72 Wakefield Avenue Ainslie Close to some of Canberra’s most popular shops

• Five well sized bedrooms

and amenities is the perfect family home waiting

• Two bathrooms and separate laundry

for its next chapter. Only the second time on the

• Inground salt water pool

market, this is truly a rare opportunity not to be

• Protected carport and extra parking spaces

missed for those looking for lifestyle, space, and

• Established leafy, private gardens with inground

proximity to everything you need.

watering system

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

Auction | Onsite Sat, 23rd Apr at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 2nd Apr at 11:45am to 12:15pm _______________________________________________ Agent Stephen Bunday 0416 014 431

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

711/120 Eastern Valley Way Belconnen Investing without the hassle. Already a tenant in

• Stylish & modern apartment

place at $400pw. This apartment will always be

• A heap of natural light

sought after as its located right in the heart of

• Outdoor balcony to enjoy

Belconnen. Its carefree living. Great lifestyle.

• Walking distance to restaurants, Lake

And just a moment from everything you will need.

Ginninderra and Westfield • Close to AIS, universities

Auction Wed, 13th Apr at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Carly Clough 0419 296 458

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

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

28/3 Playfair Place Belconnen In the heart of Belconnen Town Centre,

• Rent $370 a week

numerous government departments, this

• Big bathroom with Laundry

University of Canberra, the AIS and

first floor two-bedroom apartment is an investor's dream or perfect for any first home buyers looking to start their first chapter.

• Kitchen with gas cook top

• Gas heating and hot water unit

• Single lock-up garage with roller door and storage

Auction Wed, 13th Apr at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 2nd April at 11:00 am -11:30 am _______________________________________________ Agent Alex Ogbonna 0423 535 024 Tim Russell 0416 087 834 LJ Hooker Kaleen 6241 1922

509/74 Northbourne Avenue Braddon Situated on the 5th floor of the perfectly

• 56m2 Internal Living

Northbourne Avenue, you will find this very

• Fresh Paint and Carpet Throughout

positioned Adina Complex on

tidy and spacious 1 bedroom apartment perfect for first home buyers and investors alike

• Spacious Open Planned Layout • Reverse Cycle A/C

• Access to Balcony from Master Bedroom

• Gym, Pool and Sauna Access

For Sale $369,000+ _______________________________________________ View Sat, 2nd April at 10am-10:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Antony Damiano 0473 444 666 Sam Walker 0434 962 490 LJ Hooker Canberra City 6249 7700

23 Macandie Street Casey Recently renovated, flooded with natural

• 156m2 Internal Living

whole family, this property could be the

• Open Planned Main Living Layout

light and enough space to entertain the

start of your next adventure and certainly one to keep on your short list.

• 387m2 Block

• Freshly Painted Throughout

• Gas Cook-top with Robam Rangehood • Ducted Reverse Cycle A/C

Auction Sat, 23rd April 2022 at 11:30am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 2nd April 2022 at 12:30pm-1pm _______________________________________________ Agent Antony Damiano 0473 444 666 Sam Walker 0434 962 490 LJ Hooker Canberra City 6249 7700

185/264 City Walk City

Let life take you wherever the journey goes with

• Top floor north facing apartment

this superbly located modern two bed

• Family size kitchen with all the trimmings

apartment that offers a lifestyle of

• Ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling

unimpeachable quality. If you are looking for

• Spacious open plan design with high ceilings

the perfect home or investment, this one ticks

• Gym, pool, communal garden with a

all the boxes.

barbecue area and theatre on level 9

For Sale $699,00+ _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Troy Thompson 0408 694 917

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

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

58 Wilshire Street Dickson Tightly held in the one family for over 50 years is

• 4 bedrooms plus a bathroom split over 3 rooms

this incredible opportunity for another family. This

(perfect to potentially get you an ensuite under

four bedroom home would make the perfect base

the existing roof line)

for your family, ready for a renovation or extension, or with a wide street frontage, RZ2 zoning and an

• Large deck over looking lush established gardens

impressive 822sqm block, the land provides untold

• 822sqm RZ2 block with wide frontage

possibilities.

• Sought after location and leafy, quiet street

Auction Wed, 6th Apr at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Thursday 31st 5pm - 5:30pm Saturday 2nd April 11:30am - 12pm _______________________________________________ Agent Sandra Masters 0416 121 155 LJ Hooker Kippax 6255 3888

66/75 Elizabeth Jolley Crescent Franklin Investors, first home buyers and downsizers will

• 200 metres to bus & light rail network stops

all benefit from this apartment. A great 2brm

• Master with ensuite, and doors to balcony.

apartment with an ensuite that has a fresh

• Large balcony with pleasant views

coat of paint and some new carpets make this

• Split system air-condition in living area

a great option you can just step in and enjoy!

• Secure car space with lock up cage

Auction Saturday, April 9th at 1:30pm _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Carly Clough 0419 296 458

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

AUCTION

87/75 Elizabeth Jolley Crescent Franklin Positioned on the ground floor and boasting views

• New carpets in bedrooms

over parkland this spacious apartment will be sure to

• New blackbutt floating laminate floor in living

appeal to live in owners and investors alike.

• Positioned on a corner of the complex

A kitchen furnished with stone bench tops, generously

• Wrap around courtyard with gate access to parkland

sized bedrooms, open plan living and reverse cycle air

• Kitchen features electric ceramic cooktop, oven

conditioning are but some of the features.

and dishwasher

Auction | On Site Saturday 2nd April at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Saturday 2nd April 9:30am to 10am _______________________________________________ Agent Andy Greenberger 0400 819 650

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

LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

108/311 Flemington Road Franklin Positioned along the light rail strip on the

• Main bedroom with built in robes.

find this beautiful north facing 2-bedroom

• Quality appliances including

top floor in the 'synergy' complex, you will apartment flooded in natural light.

• Split system air conditioning. dishwasher and dryer.

• Secure basement parking with storage cage and internal access.

For Sale $385,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jake Bunday 0411 367 920

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

302/38 Gozzard Street Gungahlin Enjoy shops, cafe’s, bars, restaurants. The

• Generously sized

storage & plenty of stone bench space &

• Reverse cycle air con

kitchen offers a contemporary feel, great the bathroom is spacious. A balcony offers an extension to the living & is

generously sized ready for drinks & BBQ’s with friends.

• Great storage

• Large balcony

• Secure complex • Quiet location

For Sale $320,000+ _______________________________________________ View Saturday, April 2nd at 11:00am _______________________________________________ Agent Virginia Stoker 0434 610 698

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

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8 Hutchison Crescent Kambah Setting the scene is a stunning front veranda

• Gas ducted heating and evaporative cooling

highlighting superb mountain views across the valley.

• Decked and covered entertainment area

Immaculate presentation is obvious and a recent

• Double garage size workshop

paint job inside adds to that special feel. A well-zoned

• Master bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite

floorplan works perfectly for day-to-day living with

• Well equipped kitchen has ample storage

four good sized bedrooms, spacious lounge areas and

• Public transport just around the corner

an impeccable kitchen providing extra livability.

• Easy access to many schools and shops

792 m2

Auction | On Site Wednesday 13th April 6:00pm _______________________________________________ Agent Brian McPherson 0401354540

LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

9 Whistler Place Kambah Step back in time, and step inside, this four bedroom home with great bones in an outstanding cul-de-sac location. This ultimate buying opportunity has new carpets and is freshly painted throughout. On a huge 1168m2 block which has been fully landscaped, you will have masses of opportunity to extend in any direction.

• Massive 1168m2 block • New carpets

• Freshly painted

• Multiple fruit trees • Garden shed • Workshop

Auction Wed, 13th Apr at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 2nd April at 10:45am - 11:15am _______________________________________________ Agent Lukas Cole 0432 289 618

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

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33 Boult Place Melba

A fantastic opportunity awaits the discerning buyer

• Open plan kitchen with timber bench top

wanting to purchase a quality home in sought after

• Built in wardrobe in second bedroom

Melba.

• Timber-look laminate flooring throughout living areas

Tucked away in a small private cul-de-sac this two-

• Front paved courtyard

bedroom, one-bathroom, single-level townhouse is a

• Private and spacious grass area

delight to behold!

• Surrounded by established trees and shrubs • Reverse cycle air conditioner in living room

228m2

Sale By Negotiation _______________________________________________ View Contact the agent to view _______________________________________________ Agent Jack Flynn 0424 674 416 Malcolm Murta 0498 622 211 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

AUCTION

7 O'Hanlon Road Queanbeyan Don't miss this rare and incredible opportunity

• Spectacular double brick historic home with a

to own a splendid historic home in the heart of

wraparound verandah, in the heart of Queanbeyan

Queanbeyan. 'Cockatoo Cottage' is a one of a

• Stunning formal lounge & separate second living area

kind restored 1890s home showcasing

• Heritage features including hardwood floors, 11 foot

outstanding period features, character in every corner and grand proportions, all set in beautiful established gardens.

ornate ceilings & picture rails • Ducted gas heating throughout and gas fireplace to

Auction Sat, 9th Apr at 12:00pm _______________________________________________ View contact agent to view _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Curren 0424 288 717

formal lounge

LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

129 Ross Smith Crescent Scullin Welcome and step inside 129 Ross Smith Crescent Scullin. On a huge 832m2 block, this original three bed, one bath has loads of opportunity to extend, renovate or you could even do a knock down rebuild. This is a perfect opportunity to secure this

• 832m2 Block

• Fully fenced and gated yard • Vacant possession

• Neat family bathroom with shower over bathtub and separate toilet

property and put your own little touch on it.

Auction Wed, 13th Apr at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 2nd April at 9:30am - 10:00am _______________________________________________ Agent Lukas Cole 0432 289 618

LJ Hooker Kaleen 6241 1922

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Spacious 2 + 3 bedroom townhouses.

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Where space, comfort and lifestyle cross paths. These large townhouses have been architecturally designed, with an emphasis on space and flexibility. The homes perfectly capture modern living — with the low-maintenance convenience of a townhouse and the inclusions of a traditional home. Located in the Molonglo Valley, you’ll be surrounded by the region’s finest natural playgrounds. With construction already underway, The Crossing will be delivered in 2023.

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× Only 10 townhouses available in the third release × Flexible floorplans with multi-purpose room × Ranging in size from approx. 172–199m2 × Quality finishes and inclusions × Indoor/Outdoor connectivity with alfresco entertaining × Community facilities incl. playground and BBQs × Adjacent to childcare, school and Molonglo Health Hub

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18 Badimara Street Sat 9/4/2022, 11.30am onsite Sat 2/4/2022, 1-1.40pm Sun 3/4/2022, 1-1.40pm Tue 5/4/2022, 5.40-6.10pm Michael Potter 0413 830 598

A hidden secret with panoramic views Appealing, elevated home opposite large open reserve and graced with panoramic mountain views. Highlights include open plan living area, multipurpose rooms, renovated kitchen updated bathroom and shiny Tasmanian Oak floors. A large covered ‘alfresco’ entertaining area is to the rear and the backyard is a haven for the avid car lover featuring a large double garage with power and additional 2 covered carports. EER 1

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The many reasons for downsizing Making the decision to downsize isn’t easy and there’s a lot to consider when you do. Often, people put off making the big call – until they find somewhere they can actually see themselves living. Marigal Gardens Community Manager, Colin says Marigal Gardens dispels a lot of myths about what an over 55s community is like – and can make a tough decision much easier. “Sometimes one partner is a bit reluctant initially, but when they see what we have to offer, by the end they’re the ones who are really quite excited!” Marigal Gardens residents Peter and Sandra agree. “We had been talking about downsizing for a while but had not really been serious about it until we visited Marigal Gardens,” Sandra said. There are a lot of reasons why residents find Marigal Gardens appealing – here are just a few of them. Location, location! There’s no doubt a prime spot is high on everyone’s list of priorities. Marigal Gardens ticks all the boxes – serenely beautiful, nestled in the suburbs and yet wonderfully convenient too. Waking up to breathtaking mountain views provides quiet joy, every day. And with the local shopping village just 500m down the road, life’s more practical needs are easy to take care of. Tuggeranong Southpoint is only five minutes’ drive away for more substantial shopping.

Room to move Nobody wants to downsize to something poky or impractical. Marigal Gardens offers generous and practical floorplans that are designed for relaxed and comfortable living. And as a resident’s needs change, their home can change too. No matter what the budget, or lifestyle, there are plenty of options to suit. Ditching the mower Residents love the fact that moving to Marigal Gardens frees them from the chore of maintaining a home. Our team takes care of all those little jobs around the house, so residents have more time to do the things they really love to do. We’ll even change the lightbulbs. Making the most of every day, your way Marigal Gardens is a thriving community with wonderful facilities and a lifeaffirming vibe that residents love. There are organised activities for all tastes should you choose to pursue a long-held passion or try something new. For more unstructured pleasures, catch up for a coffee, indulge in a gym workout or enjoy a relaxing sundowner at the bar. For the young at heart there is Kambah Adventure Playground right next door.

Feeling safe and secure Safety and security are frequently top priorities for buyers when it comes to choosing their new home. With staff onsite 24/7, help or assistance is never far away. And should travel beckon, our team and neighbours make sure a home is well looked after, so residents can take off with confidence. While buyers focus on lots of different reasons when making their decision, most come to a similar conclusion when they have finally settled in. Gay, one of our residents sums it up neatly: “I wish I’d made the move sooner.” For more information, please visit marigalgardens.com.au

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Lack of land drives up industrial property values Lack of land availability across Canberra industrial markets has led to the ACT’s industrial rent and land values being some of the highest in the country, according to Ray White Commercial head of research, Vanessa Rader. ACT zoning restricts industrial land to 909ha across several precincts; with 75 per cent of all industrial stock held in Hume and Fyshwick, Ms Rader said. “Canberra is faced with similar difficulties with limited zoned stock together with environmental roadblocks keeping new supply slow which has pushed land values up rapidly to currently average $500/sqm to $750/sqm,” she said.

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Ray White Commercial Canberra head of industrial sales and leasing, Frank Giorgi, said the local industrial property market was the “hottest it’s ever been”. A new record price was set for the ACT region recently with a warehouse at 64-66 Yass Road, Queanbeyan, selling vacant possession at $3,350/sqm. Mr Giorgi believes there will be no change in these trends throughout the next 12 months, giving no relief to buyers or tenants. “The market will continue to skyrocket as there is nowhere near enough land being released,” he said.

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olympic gold medallist and sports commentator Todd Woodbridge will find much of his attention going to the health and wellness aspect of his life. He may surprise himself, as he is drawn to volunteer and charity work, and he will gain a fresh sense of achievement as a result. Todd is likely to consider new collaborations over the coming weeks and months.

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cancer juN 22 – jul 22

libra sepT 24 – ocT 23

caPricOrn dec 22 – jaN 20

Friday’s aries new moon will kickstart a new chapter regarding either a health or work schedule. News and talks will certainly mean progress, especially if you put your best foot forward and take the initiative. It’s important to see events in the present as opportunities to move ahead, not the other way around.

You’ll enjoy a sense of being appreciated at work or in your community. If you feel let down, avoid taking disappointments personally. If you need the co-operation of someone else in order to move projects forward, this is a good week to seek their collaboration and to boost communication skills.

Friday’s new moon will kickstart a fresh phase in a relationship for september librans and a fresh attitude to your daily life for october librans. Be prepared to improve your usual schedule to include more of what you love. a lovely get-together or treat this weekend will boost energy levels, so make a date!

a new domestic chapter will begin with Friday’s new moon. some capricorns may discover a new environment that represents a fresh start. a larger-than-life project or plan may require tweaking. a get-together or domestic development will provide you with insight into the best way forward in your personal life.

Taurus apr 21 – maY 21

leO jul 23 – aug 23

scOrPiO ocT 24 – Nov 22

aquarius jaN 21 – FeB 19

Friday’s new moon will bring important people into your sphere. You may be asked to help out a friend or organisation. a stronger humanitarian ethic will appeal to you. News, a meeting or a social get-together will shed light on a friend, organisation or an event and enable you to make key decisions.

a new arrangement or contract may be appealing, but you must check if it aligns with your values, aims and goals. consider if there is a fairer way to share duties and delegate work within collaborations. using good communication skills holds the key to your success now.

Friday’s new moon will bring the chance to reinvest in creating a fulfilling daily schedule. and, while this may be unwieldy at first, it will provide a sense of purpose and direction. some scorpios will experience a new development in their personal life, which they'll manage well through being tactful.

Friday’s new moon points to the chance to turn a corner financially and in your community. However, you may be prone to overspending, so keep an eye on your budget. and, if you lack money, you may receive a boost. make concrete plans about how to move ahead most innovatively.

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virgO aug 24 – sepT 23

sagiTTarius Nov 23 – dec 21

Pisces FeB 20 – mar 20

You may kickstart a new project or venture but must consider the most positive and least disruptive path forward. maintain a sense of purpose and focus on your goals. News relating to your status or direction may bring out your obstinate side, and yet could add structure to your plans.

You’ll appreciate the chance to re-jig your usual daily schedule or work routine. Think laterally about sharing duties and workloads at work and at home more fairly. a fresh arrangement will set the ball rolling in a new direction. It’s a good week to embrace an updated health or fitness schedule.

Friday’s new moon points to the chance to turn a corner. Be prepared to put your vulnerabilities aside, as a fresh start in your personal and domestic life could bring sensitivities out. a new environment or neighbourhood will inspire you to embrace a fresh chapter.

Friday’s new moon will motivate you to express your values and ideas, and you’ll be in a position to implement plans. some lucky pisces may even receive a financial boost and a debt may be repaid. specific news or a get-together this weekend will provide insight into your best path forward.

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