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contents From the editor In the busy-ness of life, sometimes it’s wise to take time out to stop doing and to just be. After all, we’re human beings, not human doings, as my granddad was fond of saying, especially post retirement. Following a productive day around the house on Saturday thanks largely to the cold, rainy weather luring me indoors, I took the opportunity to tear up my ‘to do’ list on Sunday (after my early morning trip to the farmers’ market, of course, which is a pleasure, not a chore). It was such a welcome relief to not have to go anywhere or do anything. I finished reading an excellent novel and binge-watching Bridgerton, gazed at clouds while sunning myself on the deck, sipped copious cups of herbal tea, and ate meals prepared the day before. A perfect, lazy, trackie-dacks Sunday. Of course, not everyone can take “me time” at a whim (it was a rare treat indeed when my now adult offspring were little). But for me, the benefits were palpable. I could feel my nervous system relaxing, my mind slowing, my contentment increasing. Priceless. Reasons to be grateful this past week include hot chai tea, homegrown zucchini soup, regular wheelie bin collections, enjoying Mother and Son live at the Q, the IPA and Canberra Business Chamber federal budget breakfast at Parliament House, and a lazy Sunday. Take care,

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news Businesses bought half of all new zero-emission vehicles purchased in the ACT last year, and many more are thinking of buying electric vehicles (EVs) for their fleet. To help them, the ACT Government has set up a free advisory service. “We’re at the start of the electric vehicle revolution,” said Shane Rattenbury, ACT Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction. “We know people have got lots of questions. There’s a lot of myths out there about EVs, and this program makes it as simple as possible for businesses that want to be involved to make this transition.” The government team will talk to a business or community organisation about what EVs are available, what subsidies are available from the ACT Government (such as free registration or zero stamp duty), charging infrastructure, and the organisation’s needs, and help them develop a business case. Transport emissions make up more than 60 per cent of Canberra’s greenhouse gas emissions, Mr Rattenbury stated. But transitioning to a zero-emission fleet was both good for the planet and good business sense, he argued. “A lot of small businesses have had a difficult time through COVID – and so we’re hoping that we can help them make this transition to help the city and help their bottom line.”

Annette Braagaard, the Danish founder of local business Nordic Blinds, owns two EVs, with a third on the way. They travel around Canberra, and to Sydney and the coast – and only need to charge once in Sydney. Her business saves between $7,000 and $9,000 for every 50,000 km they travelled. But, Ms Braagaard said: “It wasn’t so much about saving money on petrol; it was more about saving the environment.” She and her husband switched to EVs because they were concerned their driving contributed to climate change. Brooke Clinton, founder and manager of Capital Scraps Composting, says using an electric van was “a no-brainer”. “Our business is all about climate action.” They collect food waste from households and other places. “It wouldn’t make sense for us to be cutting emissions in one activity and then putting out emissions through our transport options.” They began with an electric trike, which they use as the mainstay of their business, then bought the van. Mr Rattenbury said there was a general misapprehension that EV owners needed to spend a lot of money on charging infrastructure. But many owners simply have a bypass charger

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ACT Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction, Shane Rattenbury (centre) with local business owners Brook Clinton from Capital Scraps (left) and Annette Braagaard from Nordic Blinds, who both run electric vehicle fleets.

they plug in the wall; the EV charges overnight. The ACT Government will also roll out 50 electric chargers across Canberra soon. Many Canberra organisations and businesses had fleets, and the government was happy to talk to them – whether they had 10 vehicles or only one. “There’s really no limit from the program’s point of view,” Mr Rattenbury said. The government has already had 30 enquiries, while some organisations signed up before the launch. - Nick Fuller

E-scooters to connect Belconnen and Civic Canberrans can now ride e-scooters directly from Belconnen to Civic and back. The two e-scooter shared zones have been connected over Bruce Ridge, using the Belconnen Bikeway, announced Chris Steel, ACT Minister for Transport and City Services, this week. Many e-scooter riders had tried to travel between the two zones, even though there was no link, vehicle providers discovered; a virtual ‘geofence’ blocked their way. “The government will now provide a safe, accessible connection that keeps the scooters off major arterial roads, and ensures they’re on a safe shared path with cyclists,” Mr Steel said. The e-scooter scheme has also expanded to Bruce, providing access to the CIT, Calvary Hospital and GIO Stadium, he announced. However, the hospital will be a slow zone, as will the stadium (during major events), where e-scooters cannot go above 15 km/h, while retirement villages and schools would be no-go zones. 8

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Currently, there are 1,500 e-scooters in Canberra as part of the shared mobility scheme; the fleet will expand to 1,900. The number of e-scooters will increase by 400 – 200 each in Belconnen and Civic – “to make sure they don’t all migrate to the city,” Mr Steel said. Large batches of scooters will be available at 18 key destination points in Belconnen. By the end of the year, the e-scooter shared scheme would be rolled out to the rest of Canberra, starting with Woden and Gungahlin, and the number of e-scooters will further increase, Mr Steel said. “Shared e-scooters are proving to be great for short trips, as well as longer commutes when combined with public transport.” They would also be “a new form of mobility” during the disruption caused by the light rail expansion to Woden, he suggested. The government will keep the pilot model’s charge of $1 per e-scooter per day, which covers the administrative costs of the scheme and minor

infrastructure improvements. Last month, the ACT Government passed laws requiring e-scooter riders to control their device at all times and ride responsibly. This week, the Legislative Assembly introduced legislation to introduce drink driving laws for road-related areas, including footpaths and shared paths, to prohibit people riding e-scooters or bikes while intoxicated. “I have personally seen, unfortunately, a number of people using the e-scooters outside nightclubs on a Friday night or Saturday night, drinking with their friends, two people on the scooter at once, no helmet, under the influence of drugs,” Mr Steel said. “That’s why we’re tightening up the legislation to prohibit those types of activities off-road on footpaths and sidewalks, but also working with e-scooter providers on improvements to the geofencing, so that we can stop that sort of antisocial behaviour around particular key hotspots in the City.” - Nick Fuller

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Stage 2 of the tram should be canned Firstly, a big thank you to the ACT Veterans Rugby club, the Pacific Barbarians and their families (especially player of the tournament “the Honourable Boof”) for raising over $8,000 last Saturday towards the Tongan Tsunami/Volcano Relief fund. Also a big tick for Federal Opposition leader Anthony Albanese for highlighting the need to do more to help our aged sector, but a big minus for his bizarre comment about the Solomons choosing to back China over Australia because we had not done enough on climate change (I don’t think that’s the reason, Albo, as China has 2,990 coal-fired power stations compared to our 20 and is building another 245 last count). The local news of the week is the strange decision of the NCA to approve the ACT Government’s

plan to destroy Capital Hill and cause chaos for the next four years in Civic by moving over 6,000 tonnes of soil from Capital Hill to build the tram line to the lake and then over the lake to Woden, cutting down all the lovely 100-year-old trees along Commonwealth Avenue in the process. (I thought the Greens were meant to be into trees.) I think this is madness. How many Civic businesses will be destroyed over the next four years and how much will this all cost? Stage 2A alone is due to cost well over $2 billion. Trams are an old 19th century inefficient form of transport. If it is to be built it should go a cheaper, better route, i.e., around London Circuit, out to Acton Peninsula, then across the lake and onto Woden. This route

saves any need to touch Capital Hill and saves the heritage trees along Canberra Avenue (i.e., prominent but now retired Canberra architect Jack Kershaw’s solution). The question must be asked: do we need it at all? No critical economic cost benefit study seems to have been done and the Barr ACT Labor is just doing it to appease Shane Rattenbury and the Greens. No need for that Andrew, they will never vote Liberal. The tram is 15 minutes slower than the current bus service (30 minutes as opposed to the 15-minute bus trip at present) and 10 times more expensive than an electric bus service. The thousands of tonnes of concrete and the steel rails needed to construct the project will cause a significant amount of extra greenhouse gas

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emissions in their own right. I have talked to many people in Woden, Weston Creek and Tuggeranong and no one wants the tram. Many would prefer the money to be spent on hospitals. Where are the Canberra Liberals in all this? I’d suggest to them their two local Woden reps should run a survey of Woden/ Weston residents and see what they think. It might be prudent to also ask, when telling people the cost of the project, what they wanted the money spent on if the tram did not go ahead. 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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Hospitality sector welcomes ACT liquor licence fee waivers Hospitality businesses in the ACT do not have to pay their liquor licenses for three months until the end of June. The ACT Government announced in the recent 2021–22 Budget Review that it would extend the reduction in liquor licence fees from 1 April to 30 June, and increase the reduction from half to all the licence fee, at a cost of $650,000. The full waiver applies to nightclub, restaurant and café, bar, general, catering special and club liquor licences. The Australian Hospitality Association ACT Branch (AHA ACT) welcomed the decision, said general manager Anthony Brierley. Mr Brierley said the AHA ACT earlier advised the ACT Government that licensed hospitality venues were required to pay half of their liquor license fees for the three-month lockdown period last year when their businesses were closed. “We felt that this arrangement was manifestly unfair, and the ACT Government gave our concerns a fair hearing. Last week’s announcement remedies this inequity.” Tara Cheyne, ACT Minister for Business and Better Regulation, said the waiver could save bars $750 and nightclubs $4,500. Mr Brierley said: “This temporary and targeted tax reduction by the ACT Government will allow hospitality operators to keep more money in their businesses as they recover from COVID, helping them to employ more staff, pay down debt, and re-invest in our local hospitality ecosystem.” However, he said, the AHA ACT and its members were disappointed that the Commonwealth Government did not follow the ACT Government’s lead in its federal budget last week,

and provide direct and targeted support for the hospitality industry. The AHA and hospitality and brewery organisations had lobbied Treasurer Josh Frydenberg to cut the draught beer excise by half, Drinks Digest reported, and it was widely reported that the budget would include that cut – disappointing the industry when it was left out. “Despite Senator Zed Seselja’s welcome support for our industry, the AHA’s calls for a modest reduction in draught beer excise were ignored by the Commonwealth Government,” Mr Brierley said. Last month, Senator Seselja, informed by Sky News that the government would cut the draught beer excise in the upcoming budget, responded: “Obviously I had no inside info other than what you’ve just told me, but I have had approaches from the clubs and the pubs. If we can see those hospitality workers, more of those in the workforce and Australians get a slightly cheaper schooner, well, fantastic.” The Australia Institute think tank argued that removing the beer excise would be ineffective and gender biased, benefitting men more than women, the Sydney Morning Herald reported. “It’s safe to say that our members feel let down by senior members of the Commonwealth Government,” Mr Brierley said. “The hidden beer tax – the fourth highest in the world – doesn’t pass the pub test. It was great that Senator Seselja and so many backbenchers across the country agreed with us. Unfortunately, senior members of the Government stuck in the Canberra bubble didn’t hear the same message from their constituents.” - Nick Fuller

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Asha Clementi’s path to being named ACT Young Woman of the Year 2022 began when she was just a teenager. In many ways, the now 22-year-old is no different from her classmates in her last semester towards a Master of Diplomacy. After living in Canberra for eight years, she has dreams of working for an NGO overseas, “something in gender equality or education, that helps me do good in the world and pays for me to travel”. “I’ve always been interested in international relations and diplomacy,” Ms Clementi told Canberra Weekly.

“When I was 18, I went to the UN, as a representative of the National Council of Women, to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. “While I was there, I snuck into a security council meeting. It was an ARRIA meeting on Syrian relations. “I just sort of held up my pass and walked in very confidently. Not only did they let me in, but they also let in a couple of my friends, and I thought ‘Hold on. Where else could I get in, if I just asked?’” In 2018, Ms Clementi leveraged personal connections and made cold calls to embassies in the ACT to

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successfully set up the first year of Girls Run the World. “As it turns out, a bunch of embassies will let you send young women to them for a day if you just ask.” The not-for-profit allows young women to shadow embassy staff members in discussing humanitarian issues, meeting ambassadors, and/or running social media for the mission. This year marks over 100 participants going through the program, forming connections in the field that will help them climb the ranks in their own careers. “We just finished our fourth iteration; 31 girls went to 13 different diplomatic missions,” reports Ms Clementi, despite parts of the program being postponed and partially run online due to pandemic restrictions. Over four years, Girls Run the World has received consistent support from the US and Finnish embassies and Canadian and British high commissions. Other participating embassies include Philippines, Thailand, Zambia, Solomon Islands, Malaysia, and Singapore. In June this year, Girls Run the World is taking on Argentina, partnered via the Argentinian Embassy with Fundación Global. “They’re helping us run the program in Buenos Aires,” smiled Ms Clementi. The attention received from winning ACT Young Woman of the Year for a program she runs “for fun outside of work and studying” continues to surprise. “Yeah, that’s crazy. It’s been a whirlwind, and I’m not used to

this many people knowing my name. However, the visibility this award brings us is fantastic.” Her success is a baton carried on from her mother, who Ms Clementi credits as her greatest inspiration. “The Girls Leadership Network is an organisation that I cofounded with my mum in 2017. It’s all about teaching young women leadership and how to network. It has been such a great backbone for me.” Ritu Clementi set up The Girls Leadership Network while Asha was in high school, after noticing a lack in leadership programs that were free for young women to join. She received a Great Ydeas grant from the YWCA. For two years, Asha has been a solo operator, but now leads a small team made up of Girls Run the World alumnae and talents found through an open application process run last year “in hopes that when I move away, Girls Run the World will keep going”. “I’m hoping to start up [Girls Run the World] wherever I move, and I would love for other people to take the idea and run with it too… start it up in their countries.” Her advice to other young girls hoping to break into maledominated fields is to make use of a network that has always been there. “Women support women and it’s been something we’ve seen time and time again. “Use the people around you and reach out to those you are inspired by. Ask them for coffee, ask for advice, and see where it takes you.” - Anja de Rozario

Local healthcare focus: Trusting that gut feeling

Dr Aditi Medhavy has just moved back to Canberra after studying medicine in Newcastle then moving to Sydney, where she did further training and worked in a couple of GP practices. “Sydney has a huge, diverse population, so you can gain an enormous amount of medical knowledge,” she says. “It was great to experience difficult cases and the busy city life for a few years, but my family is here and it’s nice to come back home. I really love Canberra! It’s a beautiful place, you only have to drive about five minutes before you’re among the trees.” Dr Medhavy is particularly interested in preventative health and health education, women’s health and children’s health. “My practice was shaped by working in the south west of Sydney,” she says. “It’s a socioeconomically disadvantaged area with a large refugee and migrant population, so you see a lot of patients with poor health literacy. There’s not a good understanding of preventative health and screening. For example a government package for bowel cancer screening might arrive in

the post, but that doesn’t mean the test will be taken. Patients might not see the need to test if they feel fine.” One case that influenced her approach was a new patient in his 40s. “I took the time to get an outline of his full history,” she says. During the conversation, the patient mentioned a few family members who had had bowel cancer, prompting Dr Medhavy to suggest early screening. “He was feeling fine, with no symptoms, and initially he did not see the need for a test. However, I felt his family history was a concern and that meant screening should start at 35 years of age instead of the usual 50. We talked some more and he finally agreed to do the test.” The test came back positive but luckily, because the abnormality had been caught early, it could simply be managed. It was not life-threatening and there was no need for major surgery. “That’s why I always take the time and talk about any issues properly during a first consultation rather than flying through it in five minutes,” she says. “If you don’t ask, you don’t know!” Another patient Dr Medhavy often thinks about came in for the first time with a chronic cough. “He didn’t have any other concerning symptoms, so normally you might want to just wait and watch. But that approach just didn’t feel right to me in his case - something about what he said about feeling pressure in his chest when he lay down just didn’t add up.” So Dr Medhavy referred the patient for a chest x-ray and that revealed a huge mass in his chest. An urgent CT scan confirmed

that it was a lymphoma. “This was a massive shock for him and he now faced a difficult journey, but thanks to detecting the issue and immediate treatment, he was OK. He was so appreciative that we had been proactive, with no wasted time.” “What I took away from that was that sometimes you just need to trust your gut. If you feel something is off, even if there are not a lot of symptoms, you should act. It’s better to be safe than sorry.” When she’s not at work, Dr Medhavy is likely to be found out for a run, walking her dog or decorating a cake, which she describes as her creative outlet. While her cakes are generally for family and friends’ birthdays, she was once asked to create a wedding cake. “I was honoured to be trusted with that,” she says. “My only brief was to make it pretty, which I did, and it seemed to be well-received!” Dr Medhavy is accepting new patients at Ochre Medical Centre Casey. Bookings can be made online at ochrehealth.com.au or by

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Historic boats and faithful reconstructions – century-old hire-boats, 1930s speedboats, sailboats, and Thames pleasure boats – will take to the waters of Lake Burley Griffin this weekend, in the biennial Canberra Classic Boatfest, held for the first time since 2018. “I might be biased,” says organiser Robyn Thorne, “but old boats look really special. They’ve got a beauty and an elegance about them that I feel is lacking in some modern vessels at least. They have a style about them that is no longer available, unless you build one yourself or restore one.” The two-day event is hosted by the Traditional Boat Squadron of Australia, a Canberra-based group of boating enthusiasts. The festivities begin on Saturday with a 9am cruise from Lotus Bay, on the foreshore of the Canberra Yacht Club, to the central and eastern basins, mooring at Commonwealth Place. At lunchtime, the boats will be on public display at the Canberra Yacht Club (11am to 2pm), then will travel in the afternoon to Yarralumla (2pm). On Sunday morning, there will be a grand parade from Lotus Bay to Kingston Harbour (10am to noon). “We don’t go far from the shore, so people can see the boats at any point along the shoreline,” Ms Thorne said. Entry to the public is free. You can also view the boats at close quarters while they are tied up at the Yacht Club jetty or pulled

into the shingle at the beach. “People won’t be disappointed if they come and have a good look,” Ms Thorne said. “We’re all happy to chat to the public.” Each boat will have a placard detailing its history and construction, and how they were restored. John Kemister, a former conservator at the War Memorial, rescued his putt putt boat, KRMRN, from a pile of firewood and recreated it plank by plank. “He’s got a very good eye for authenticity, and the boat is absolutely as original as you could possibly make it,” Ms Thorne said. “The engine and all the fittings are spot-on.” Ms Thorne owns the oldest historical boat, Noosa, a former hire boat on the Noosa River, and which turns 100 years old sometime this decade. Ms Thorne has had her boat since the early 1980s, and says it took her many years to restore. A number of members have built their own boats based on old designs, Ms Thorne said. One boat, Elektra, is based on the design for a Thames slipper launch. Another is a recreation of a 1930s American-style speedboat, powered by a V8 Chevy engine. There will also be a New Zealand-built sailing boat. “It’s a bit of history, maritime history on a small scale. The boats look different, they sound different, they’re not like anything you’ll see down at Jervis Bay. Really, they’re a bit of the past, but operating in today’s waters.” - Nick Fuller

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news V8 Supercar champion Emily Duggan rallies Girls on Track “For me, it’s really important that wherever I end up, I always extend the ladder down so it’s easier for the next generation of girls.” The first female driver to compete in the Super3 V8 Touring Car Series, Australian V8 Supercar driver Emily Duggan is an ambassador for the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile) Girls on Track Australia program. Aiming to showcase women role models who have ‘dared to be different’, Girls on Track introduces schoolgirls to the world of STEM and motorsports, sparking the next generation’s interest in the maledominated industry. Girls on Track travelled to the ACT on 1 April to spread their message to local girls, and Emily sat down with CW to talk all things car racing, and the importance of female

representation. “All my friends couldn’t wait to turn 18 to drink, but for me? I couldn’t wait to turn 16 so I could get my licence,” Emily smiled. “I was never good at school, the only thing that I studied was the learner’s booklet – I literally memorised it back to front.” Girls on Track is an initiative close to Emily’s heart, and she said it’s a muchneeded program that she’s “thrilled” to be a part of. “It’s so great to show young girls there’s a community of women out there who are already in the motorsport industry, already trailblazing their way through and creating a path for the next generation to come through,” Emily said. “It’s really important to show girls there’s a supportive female community in motorsports, but then also showing

them how to get into it with our mentor program. So, we are really about giving our experiences out to them.” When asked what it’s like to be a V8 Supercar driver, Emily’s face lit up with pure exhilaration. “I love the speed – but it’s not speed in a straight line; it’s speed going around a corner. When you’re committed to a corner, you can go around it at speeds of around 150km,” she smiled. “That’s the thing that I love the most – the speed through corners. I love the competition, too. To be honest, I just want to beat the boys.” Wanting to leave her mark in the world of motorsports, Emily is focused on improving the future of female V8 Supercar drivers. “I think that every single girl in motorsports, and I would dare say in a lot of other male-dominated industries, just want to make it

Ambassador of the FIA Girls on Track program, V8 Supercar driver Emily Duggan, is inspiring the next generation of females to get their hands behind the wheel of a racecar. Image supplied.

better for the next ones,” says Emily. “Within where we are in society, we’re certainly moving forward, but we know it’s probably not going to be our generation that makes it – it’ll be the next one or the one after that.” - Abbey Halter

ACT Sustainable Household Scheme wins award Not yet a year old, the ACT Government’s Sustainable Household Scheme took out the Future Cities award at the Banksia National Sustainability Awards on 31 March. Offering zero interest loans to households that wish to install sustainable products in their homes, the Scheme has supported over 4,000 applications since its launch in September 2021. Eligible Canberrans can receive a loan ranging from $2,000 to $15,000 to purchase: rooftop solar panels, household battery storage systems, electric heating and cooling systems, hot water heat pumps, electric stove tops, and installation costs for these products. Additionally, the scheme 18

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Around one in 20 (5.2 per cent of) people aged 12-25 in the ACT are young carers who perform significant caring responsibilities for their family members living with a disability, mental illness, or a chronic medical condition, according to Carers ACT. Nationally, it is estimated that around 235,000 young Australians aged 12 to 25 fulfill a caring role for family or friends. This week, 4-14 April, is ACT Youth Week – a time to highlight the positive contributions that young people make to our community, as well as the issues that impact them. Through the Carer Gateway, young carers can have access to counselling, coaching, peer support, resources and tailored support packages delivered through Carers ACT, their local service provider in the ACT. For access to young carer support and services, call the Carer Gateway at 1800 422 737 or visit www.carergateway.gov.au

The Canberra Raiders’ inconsistent start to the season has continued with a 25-6 loss to the Manly Sea Eagles in Mudgee NSW last Saturday. Manly scored two tries to jump out to an early lead before Raiders’ star Jack Wighton hit back to reduce the margin to 10-6 at half time. The second half belonged entirely to Manly as they scored two unanswered tries, thanks largely to the brilliance of halfback Daly Cherry-Evans and some costly Canberra errors. The Raiders now head to Wagga Wagga for a tough clash with Melbourne on Saturday 9 April.

Brumbies’ win streak over The Brumbies undefeated run has come to an end with a 21-7 loss to the Queensland Reds in Brisbane.

The Brumbies managed the only try of the first half to take a 7-6 lead into the break, but their scoring dried up from there. Queensland took control in the second half, scoring two tries to none to seal the win. The Brumbies next take on Fijian Drua at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday night, 9 April.

Brumbies beat Force for first Super W win The Brumbies are off the mark for the Super W season, triumphing 27-19 in a back-andforth clash with the Western Force. Both sides entered the game winless but the Brumbies’ experience saw them through against an energetic Force lineup, scoring four tries to three at Viking Park. The Brumbies now meet the undefeated Fijian Drua at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday prior to the men’s match.

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GIVIT seeks pre-loved furniture, whitegoods GIVIT is working with trusted support agencies across the ACT region to help make life at home more comfortable for individuals and families doing it tough. These support services are seeking quality pre-loved furniture and whitegoods for those facing a range of crises including severe financial hardship, homelessness, mental and physical illness, and domestic and family violence. One agency requires furniture, such as a lounge setting and dining table with chairs, for a single mother of five who recently lost her family’s possessions in a housefire. Other agencies are requesting whitegoods such as a dishwasher needed for an aged gentleman with limited mobility living alone, as well as a washing machine to assist a vulnerable family who have just welcomed a new baby. Rehoming your pre-loved furniture and whitegoods to those in need means you are instantly providing relief and independence and instilling a sense of dignity and hope. Additionally, you are diverting these quality items from landfill. To donate, visit givit.org.au/whats-needed, search Keyword/ Category: ‘Furniture’ or ‘Whitegoods’; 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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Every year, Capital Chemist Group produces a community calendar, as a way to help people stay on track with their health, and to give back to the community. The colourful calendar is made available at Capital Chemist pharmacies for a gold coin donation, with all proceeds going to a charity. This year’s calendar raised $10,000 for Lifeline Canberra, who Capital Chemist has supported for almost a decade, to support the important work Lifeline does to help locals in crisis.

Black Mountain walks and talks Friends of Black Mountain invite you to join their events organised as part of the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival: Walk: Plants and Fire on Black Mountain - Join plant ecologist Michael Doherty for a walk and talk about fire patterns and fire history on Black Mountain, Saturday 9 April 9.30am-12pm; Walk: Autumn Orchids on Black Mountain - Join orchid specialist Jean Egan to see some Autumn flowering native terrestrial orchids and learn more about this fascinating group of plants, Sunday 10 April 9.30am-12pm; Talk: Autumn orchids on Black Mountain – Dr Mark Clements will describe the features of the lesser known autumn flowering orchids found on Black Mountain, Tuesday 12 April 11.30am-12.30pm; Theatrette, Australian National Botanic Gardens. Bookings essential for all events. Email your name and phone number to friendsofblackmountain@gmail. com, or phone Linda (0437 298 711) or Libby (6296 1936). Suggested donation $5. canberraweekly.com.au

Try some traditional Ukrainian food and purchase Ukrainian themed merchandise and souvenirs at the Ukrainian Food Fair on Sunday 10 April 12-3pm at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church at 6 McKay Gardens, Turner. All proceeds will go to trusted funds supporting the Ukrainian people in their fight against Russian aggression.

Church of St Andrew heritage tours Come, look and explore the Heritage Tour secrets at the Church of St Andrew on State Circle, hear from the stained glass windows, from the organist and ring the bells. Special ACT Heritage Festival Tours will be held on Saturday 9 April 10am and 12.30pm, also on Wednesdays 20 and 27 April 10.30am. Free and open to all.

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Probus Club Canberra City Ladies: If you’re interested in having fun, friendship and fellowship in retirement, come along to our next monthly meeting, Tuesday 12 April 10.15am at Yowani Country Club. Guest speaker is Dr Brad Tucker from Mt Stromlo Observatory. Enjoy a chat over morning tea and you’re welcome to stay for lunch after the meeting. More info: email patchysue7@gmail.com Narrabundah: The next meeting is on Tuesday 19 April 11am. Guest speaker is Ray Edmondson OAM, of the Friends of the National Film and Sound Archive. The club meets on the third Tuesday each month at Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah and members usually enjoy lunch together afterwards. Visitors and new members are always welcome. More info: John

VIEW Club Belconnen Day: The next meeting is on Tuesday 12 April 11.45am at the Raiders League Club, Hardwick Cres, Holt. Cost $32 for lunch. Guest speaker will be Fiona Wearden talking about home care packages and government funded aged care. RSVP: Mary on 6242 9549 or email keith@bigpond.net.au by 12 noon 7 April. Canberra City: The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 13 April 11.30am at Yowani Golf Club. The guest speaker will be author and former Canberra resident, Fil Buffalo. More info: email viewgr8@gmail.com Woden: The next meeting is on Tuesday 26 April 11.30am at Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden. Cost: $32 for two-course luncheon. Guest speaker will be Caroline Bradshaw talking about the Angel Flight service. RSVP to Maureen by 20 April on 0427 383 343. Tuggeranong Day: The next meeting is on Tuesday 19 April at Tuggeranong Vikings Town Centre Club, Greenway. Cost: $30 for two-course lunch. Guest speaker will be John King, President of the ACT Branch of the RSL. RSVP: By 15 April to Jan on 6193 5398 or maleyjan@yahoo.com

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Under Coconut Skies

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Colourful and vibrant, Filipino food is the culmination of naturally salty, sour and sweet ingredients from the land. New cookbook Under Coconut Skies follows 7000 Islands in bringing vivid tastes and enchanting stories from the Philippines to Aussie kitchens.

Serves 8 225g (1 1/2 cups) plain (all-purpose) flour 135g (1 1/2 cups) desiccated coconut 330g (1 1/2 cups) caster sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp sea salt Under Coconut Skies, by Yasmin Newman, published by Smith Street Books, RRP $55. Photography by Georgia Gold.

Fried chicken with banana chili catsup glaze (Pritong Manok) US $35 | $47 CAN | £26 UK

Serves 4–6 1 red onion, finely grated 6 garlic cloves, finely grated 2 tsp sea salt 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper 1kg boneless chicken thighs, halved, or mixed drumsticks, wings, and thighs 75g (1/2 cup) plain (all-purpose) flour 85g (2/3 cup) cornflour Vegetable oil, for shallow frying 5 kalamansi, halved, or 1 lime, cut into wedges, to serve 1 long red chilli, thinly sliced, to serve For chilli catsup glaze 160ml (2/3 cup) banana catsup (ketchup) 150g caster (superfine) sugar 80ml (1/3 cup) fish sauce 2 long green chillies, thinly sliced 26

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Combine the onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat well. Cover and set aside for 1 hour. To make the chilli catsup glaze, place the ingredients and 1 Tbsp of water in a large bowl and stir well to combine. Heat 1cm of vegetable oil in a large deep-frying pan over medium heat. Place the flour and cornflour in a large bowl, season with salt and pepper and stir to combine. Working in three batches, remove the chicken from the bowl, leaving the onion mixture attached, and coat well in the flour mixture, making sure it gets into all the creases and crevices – the more the better as these will form the crispy crunchy bits. Cook the chicken for 2–3 minutes each side, until golden and crispy (or 3–4 minutes each side for drumsticks and 1–2 minutes each side for wings). Drain on paper towel, then repeat with the remaining chicken. While the chicken is still hot, add to the glaze and toss to coat well. Transfer to a serving platter and squeeze over some of the kalamansi halves or lime wedges. Scatter over the chilli and serve with the remaining kalamansi or lime on the side for squeezing over. Hot tip: Filipino fried chicken is best enjoyed as pulutan (beer food), a favourite food group in the Philippines.

3 eggs, lightly beaten 1 tsp kalamansi zest For candied kalamansi syrup 230g (1 cup) caster (superfine) sugar 2 Tbsp kalamansi juice 135g (1 cup) very thinly sliced kalamansi, seeds removed Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease a 20cm round cake tin and line the base with baking paper. Whisk the flour, coconut, sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Whisk the melted butter, coconut milk, egg and kalamansi zest in a separate bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Transfer the batter to the lined tin and bake for 45–50 minutes, until golden and a skewer comes out clean (if the top browns too quickly, cover the cake with foil). Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate. Meanwhile, to make the kalamansi syrup, place the sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a saucepan and bring to the boil over high heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 12–15 minutes, until very thick and syrupy (if it starts to colour, you’ve gone too far). Remove from the heat and stir in the kalamansi juice. Cool slightly, then add the kalamansi slices and gently stir, just once, to coat. Spoon the syrup and kalamansi slices over the warm cake and serve immediately. Hot tip: Kalamansi, also known as calamondin or Philippine lime, is the country’s native citrus and ubiquitous to the cuisine. It can be found at Asian grocers, however if you know a Filipino family, they likely have a tree of their own.

Cheers to Venus Vinifera ‘Sommelier’, a French term meaning ‘male wine steward’ captures how in the past expertise in wine and spirits was viewed as a male-dominated field. Today, the hospitality industry as whole is shifting, and local notfor-profit Venus Vinifera welcomes Canberran women, nonbinary and trans people to be part of that change. “Canberra has an incredibly strong hospitality community,” says Lucy Pallett-Jones after a decade working in hospitality. “We are creating a platform for Canberran women to access training and mentorship about wine, spirits and service.” Ms Pallett-Jones is the Spirits Education Manager at Venus Vinifera, an education platform established in 2022 by Caitlin Baker, restaurant manager of Aubergine. Venus Vinifera (a play on the

Latin name for grapevines and the Roman goddess of love) is a safe space for women to learn tips of the trade, “somewhere easy, accessible, and fun to get excited about”. Their program of educational events is held at prominent local hospitality venues including Bar Rochford, Pilot Restaurant, Paranormal Wines, and Aubergine. Guest teachers have included Frederique (Freddie) Raimbaud, esteemed globe-trotting sommelier. Coming out the other end of lockdown, Venus Vinifera’s official launch event will take place Sunday 10 April 6-8pm at Gorman Arts Centre. The event is supported by Lark Hill Wines, Heaps Normal, Select Aperitivo, Poor Tom’s Gin, Altina, Bellepheron, Prism Coffee and Under Bakery. Tickets at events.humanitix.com/ venus-vinifera-launch-party

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All abOard as Priscilla arrives tO tOwn In an epic journey mirroring that of the source material, Free-Rain Theatre’s production of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, the musical will open at The Q in Queanbeyan later this month some 10 months later than originally scheduled. Last year as the whole team travelled toward their opening night of 27 July, the cast and crew had prepared themselves emotionally amid COVID outbreaks engulfing the country. With a few roles having been recast due to unavoidable scheduling conflicts, there is a sense of relief and excitement as opening night on 28 April nears. Garrett Kelly, who plays Adam/ Felicia, is the sole remaining lead from the original cast, and told Canberra Weekly his new co-stars, Joe Dinn and Jarrad West, have integrated “amazingly”. “It’s all come together amazingly, and everyone’s slotted in quite well,” he said. Kelly has greatly enjoyed getting into his role as Adam, who he described as the “exuberant, chaotic” one, and the youngest of the three leads. “He doesn’t have the life experience of the other two, but really see his character develop throughout the show; he comes out at the end a little bit more well-rounded and

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emotionally mature.” With a relatively structured and orderly day-to-day life himself, Kelly enjoys “the chaos of the character” and the nostalgia associated with playing a character a little younger than he is. “I was very similar to Adam at that stage of my life as well, so there’s a lot to draw on but it’s really quite interesting to reflect on how far I’ve come while playing this character.” He puts Priscilla’s longstanding adoration and status as an iconic Australian classic down to its authenticity across several realms. “There’s a lot of ockerisms, it’s very Australian and plays into stereotypes,” he said, “especially some of the scenes in Alice Springs and the middle of the desert.” Kelly also said the movie is “very true to Australian drag” in terms of how the characters are written, deliver their lines, perform, and the costumes. He also enjoys a connection with the film, having worked with one of the two costume designers, Tim Chappel, on a show called Dance Boss in 2018. “I wouldn’t say it’s a full circle moment, but it is a little,” he smiled. A new addition to the cast, Joe Dinn is quite possibly the most qualified man to play Tick in Canberra. He played the role professionally for four years on a Norwegian cruise

Garrett Kelly (left), Jarrad West and Joe Dinn star in Free-Rain Theatre’s production of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, the musical, opening at The Q later this month. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

liner’s big-budget production and has comfortably jumped into the FreeRain iteration. “It’s been pretty seamless, it’s a good, fun time,” Dinn said. Working with the original creative team that brought Priscilla to Broadway, Dinn had the surreal moment of being put into the iconic thong dress by (Tim) Chappel himself, the man who designed it 30 years prior. A longstanding fan of the musical, he saw it “at least 10 times” in London before being cast. “At the core it’s about acceptance, diversity, friendship, love, and family, and everyone resonates with one of those things,” he said. “You can’t walk away from Priscilla without smiling, it’s one of those feel-good shows.”

This production also sees Dinn link up with his childhood dance teacher, Michelle Heine, who is the choreographer. It was Heine who first encouraged him to pursue dance professionally as a young man. Heine’s encouragement led to Dinn, a Canberra boy who “found himself” in local community theatre, enjoying a 20-year career as a performing artist across Europe before the pandemic brought him back to Australia. “I was surrounded by likeminded people, it’s a really beautiful community in Canberra,” he said. Free-Rain Theatre’s Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, the musical is on at The Q, Queanbeyan, 26 April to 22 May; theq.net.au

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hat are your plans this Easter? If you’re staying in Canberra, you may be up for a mix of spending time with family, getting out and about in Canberra’s glorious autumn weather, and enjoying Easter treats and an extra-long weekend. If you’re looking for a great day out on Easter Sunday, the Old Bus Depot Markets is open for a special Easter Market on Sunday 17th April, with a little bit of something for the whole family. “It’s become quite a lovely tradition for families to come out and enjoy the vibrant Markets atmosphere on Easter Sunday,” said Old Bus Depot Markets Manager, Richard Vagi.

“Bring the kids in to see the Easter Bunny who will be hopping around the Markets all day. The kids can score some free chocolate eggs while his basket is still full,” Richard continued. Easter is traditionally the time when the Markets host their Portobello Road Market, so after a hunt for eggs, head off to hunt for collectables. This year there will be vinyls, vintage clothing, toys, jewellery, small antiques and recycled/upcycled furniture. It’s also a great day to enjoy Easter treats and fresh produce. Junee Licorice & Chocolate Factory will have plenty of yummy sweet treats on offer including half chocolate eggs filled with all manner of flavours, Capital Shaved Ice will have vibrant and

EASTER MARKET THE OLD BUS DEPOT MARKETS IS OPEN EASTER SUNDAY,17TH APRIL. Bring the family to see the Easter Bunny hopping around the Markets and score some chocolate eggs. Browse collectables from our Portobello Road stallholders. Enjoy Easter treats and fresh produce.

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Bring the kids in to see the Easter Bunny who will be hopping around the Markets all day.

refreshing snow cones, and Chimmi has super tasty Argentinian street food. If it’s fresh produce you’re after, you can’t go past all the fresh, in-season fruit and vegetables from Hill Lock Orchard. Fill your baskets and create your own healthy Easter Sunday feast at home. Old Bus Depot Markets is open Easter Sunday, 9.30am – 2.30pm. For more information head to www.obdm.com.au, or follow on Facebook or Instagram for stallholder updates.

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The Canberra Symphony Orchestra’s first full scale concert of 2022, Llewellyn One: Redemption, will have a tremendous sense of occasion for a number of reasons. It marks the Orchestra’s return to their spiritual home of Llewellyn Hall for the first time since CSO at the Cinema pre-lockdown in August 2021. With the full Orchestra set to grace the stage, there will, however, be a notable omission with chief conductor and artistic director, Jessica Cottis, unable to conduct. “We’re thrilled and very grateful to the wonderful conductor I’ve worked with before, Fabian Russell, who is stepping in at very lastminute notice,” Orchestra concertmaster, Kirsten Williams, told Canberra Weekly. “We’re all excited about this, but we’ll be missing Jessica.” Redemption’s dynamic program features four iconic works from four visionary composers:

Richard Wagner’s Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde, Australian composer Margaret Sutherland’s Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, Bernard Herrmann’s Suite from Vertigo, and Felix Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 5 in D major, op. 107 ‘Reformation’. “This music is timeless and really uplifting, it’s quite tricky for the orchestra in parts, but very satisfying to play,” Williams said. “It’s an exciting program for us. The performance of Concerto for Violin and Orchestra will feature returning guest artist Courtenay Cleary. Williams said it’s vital for the Orchestra to showcase iconic works from Australian composers like Sutherland. “It’s very important we visit these works that haven’t been done so often,” she said. “It was first recorded in 1961 and has only been played two to three times since then; it’s an amazing concerto.” Williams and the entire Orchestra are “really

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A tremendous ‘sense of occasion’ ahead of CSO’s Llewellyn One Canberra Symphony Orchestra concertmaster, Kirsten Williams, said the entire Orchestra is “really excited” to return to Llewellyn Hall for the first time since August 2021.

excited” to return in such a fashion after an extended break. “There’s a loyalty there, a sense of family when we’re on stage with the audience, and a sense of occasion in the fact we’re all out of lockdown now and we can perform again,” she said. “One can become a little bit lackadaisical about concerts, but when you haven’t been able to perform and have had something taken away from you that you didn’t expect, and it happened for all of us … that’s what’s unique about this, for the audiences as well, to come together again and experience this as a community.” The Canberra Symphony Orchestra’s Llewellyn One: Redemption will be performed at Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 13-14 April; cso.org.au/redemption - Denholm Samaras

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Canberra TikTok star Avneesha now on the airwaves Known for pushing out sketches, music and more to her 1.8 million followers on TikTok, Canberra social media sensation and hip-hop artist Avneesha Martin is turning her hand to radio. The TikTok star has recently joined newly formed Western Sydney hip-hop/R&B youth radio station CADA to present her own show, Keeping Up with Avneesha. Avneesha told Canberra Weekly there is close alignment with the station regarding her own personal interests in hip-hop, the online world, and culture. “I’m a huge hip-hop and R&B fan, so to me that was so important, and I was just excited about what I could bring,” she said. “I do a lot of trends online and live on the internet, and they wanted me to bring that and my musical

knowledge.” With prior experience presenting at festivals and on the TikTok Trending podcast, Avneesha enjoys the opportunity it affords her to connect with both interview subjects and the audience. “It’s the connection with people, I really enjoying having conversations … it’s very exciting and a lot of fun to be honest. “I have so many questions, everyone’s journey is so different … I’m a fan of a lot of artists, I’m trying not to fangirl too hard,” she smiled. Having relocated to Sydney from her hometown of Canberra just shy of a year ago, Avneesha regularly does the drive down the Hume to visit family and friends. She’s grateful for the abundance of opportunities to do theatre and

music throughout her childhood in Canberra. “I was always a drama kid growing up, it makes sense with all the stuff I’m doing on the internet with sketches,” she said. “I kept expanding my circle and trying new things, always writing music ever since I was little, I was in a girl group for five years, and it all happened while I was in Canberra. “I feel very safe and happy when I’m there, that allowed me to spread my wings and try new things … it was just a really good start for me.” Beginning on TikTok about three years ago, she discovered and fell in love with the social media platform right around the time she was looking to release her first official music single.

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“I became obsessed, I fell in love with it,” she said. “People were doing such creative things, people acting, chefs showcasing food, incredible painters.” Alongside posting music, Avneesha’s theatre and performing arts background drew her to writing and performing her own sketches, which complements and rounds out her content. “I’d been acting for years doing a lot of that stuff and I couldn’t help myself. “I’m so glad I moved past the fear and the barriers in my head, that’s a part of me I love, being silly and love being goofy … I like to think people are laughing with me not at me,” she smiled. Now with over 800 videos to her name, Avneesha’s 1.8 million strong following built gradually with a few

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key videos going “massive”. “One of my first videos pretty early on was this mum character based upon my culture; it was just me wanting to leave the house

Having recently released her first song in Punjabi, Avneesha will be releasing “a lot of songs” this year and is hopeful she can hit the road and start performing

wanting to see my friends not happy about what I was wearing,” she said. “People loved the video, and I woke up the next morning with over 100,000 views on it.”

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Artists Byrd and Lynnice Letty Church with Rebecca Vassarotti, ACT Minister for Heritage.

April the month of celebrating Heritage The Canberra and Region Heritage Festival returns this month for its 39th year, celebrating the historic, natural, and diverse cultural heritage of all peoples of the ACT and region. The festival, which runs from 9 April to 1 May, was launched in late March by Aunty Violet Sheridan,

followed by the entertaining Tim the Yowie Man and Gary Kent from Heritage Trust. “The beauty of living within the Canberra community is that you do not need to venture far to explore the history that is spread across our region,” said Rebecca Vassarotti, ACT Minister for Heritage. “With this year’s theme of ‘curiosity’, the varied and

diverse program of more than 150 events on offer helps us do just that, with something for everyone from all walks of life.” For the fi rst time, Kids Week, running through the school holidays, features family-friendly, fun events where children will learn about Canberra’s heritage. There are three times as many First Nation heritage events, with 21 opportunities to explore the ACT’s rich Ngunnawal history. Join the Winanggaay Ngunnawal Language Aboriginal Corporation to learn Ngunnawal greetings and children’s songs; learn how to make and throw spears and boomerangs with Aboriginal rangers; or visit the oldest heritage site in the ACT, the Birrigai Rock Shelter. The Hall School Museum and Heritage Centre will feature an exhibition on the Brooklands Story, tracing almost 150 years

of continuous farming by the Southwell family. They will also host a cryptic clue treasure hunt during Kids Week, requiring good snooping skills to fi nd several unusual artefacts in the museum’s heritage collection. “The festival offers us an opportunity to share our enthusiasm with the general public and offer an insight into the absorbing history of the Hall-Ginninderra District,” said co-ordinator Mardie Troth. Overlapping with the Canberra and Region festival is the Queanbeyan Palerang Heritage Festival, which runs from 9 April to 14 May. Offering an opportunity to celebrate the unique history of our region, over 15 events will be held across Queanbeyan, Bungendore, and Braidwood to help the local community preserve, enjoy, and learn more

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about heritage in this area. Activities include a guided tour around Queanbeyan’s historic sites including the Queanbeyan Museum, a talk with a senior conservator from Endangered Heritage on how you can prevent the loss of valuables in fi re or flood, and a presentation on the curious details and stories behind the mapping of the ACT and region. Council’s Local History Librarian, Brigid Whitbread, is eager for the community to get involved in the Festival, assuring that there is an activity for everyone. “We are so excited to bring these events to our region and share our rich history with the community,” she said. “This year’s theme for the festival is ‘curiosity’ and we are looking forward to celebrating the wealth of heritage, social,

art and culture that lives in the Queanbeyan-Palerang area through this lens.” Find out more about the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival at environment.act.gov.au/heritage/ heritage-festival, and more on the Queanbeyan Palerang Heritage Festival at qprc.nsw.gov.au/ Events/Heritage-Festival-2022

Things to do Golf Croquet: Canberra is hosting the NSW Golf Croquet Women’s Open Singles Championships over three days from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 April (starting from 8am daily) on the lawns of the Canberra Croquet Club, Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla. Brick Expo 2022: Canberra’s very own LEGO fan event, Brick Expo is on again this weekend, 9-10 April 9am-4.30pm at the Hellenic Club in Woden. Come along and see over 90 exhibits designed

and constructed brick by brick by some of Australia’s top builders, including some previous LEGO Masters contestants! Now in its 11th year, Brick Expo provides the local Canberra community an opportunity to see some awesome LEGO creations, with proceeds being donated to the Canberra Hospital Foundation. Brick Expo is a family friendly, COVIDsafe event and run entirely by volunteers. Tickets are essential and are valid for a specific 90-minute session. Get in quick as some sessions are already sold out. Head to brickexpo.com.au for more information and to purchase tickets. Roaring Twenties in Reid: Sunday 10 April 12–3pm is the time to come to Reid’s Dirrawan Gardens to celebrate ‘The Roaring Twenties in Reid’. Get on your glad rags, grab a picnic lunch, and join in the 1920s fun with: Trio live

jazz, dancing with Savoy Dance, delicious baked goods from Ainslie P&C, a classic car display, tennis with wooden racquets at the Reid Tennis Club, and prizes to be won in the glad rags challenge. Bookings: trybooking.com/BXKSI Meditation sessions: Open “walking the labyrinth” meditation sessions inside Tuggeranong Uniting Church at 17 Comrie Street, Wanniassa in the week before Easter: Monday 11, Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 April 5-6 pm, Thursday 14 April 10-11.30am, Saturday 16 April 2-4 pm; tuc.org.au Meet Sam Kerr: Matildas’ legend Sam Kerr will be signing books in Canberra in her fi rst ever public book signing on Wednesday 13 April 10.30am at Dymocks Belconnen, Level 3, Westfield Belconnen. It’s a great opportunity to come and get your ‘Kicking Goals’ books signed and meet Sam.

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Book talk Your local, independent bookshop in Kingston Canberra’s newest independent bookshop - stocking a large range of quality new books for readers of all ages.

Jeff Popple reviews three new books to start your April reading with. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Her Time to Shine by Fiona McCallum HQ, $32.99

Fiona McCallum is one of Australia’s favourite authors, and Her Time to Shine is another inspiring tale about finding strength and overcoming obstacles. Continuing the story from Trick of The Light, this novel finds almost 50-year-old, Erica adjusting to her new life as a widow in the small country town of Melrose, some 300 kilometres from Adelaide. Although she is enjoying immersing herself in the local community, and forming new relationships, she finds that she is being plagued by fresh bouts of anxiety. Putting aside her concerns, she has to step up and take on a new challenge. A heart-warming tale of self-discovery.

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Effects of the past also feature strongly in Robert Gold’s outstanding solo debut Twelve Secrets. Twenty years ago Ben Harper’s older brother and his friend were killed in horrific circumstances by two teenage girl classmates. The murders have long cast a shadow over Ben’s life, but gradually he has moved on and is now a successful journalist. A fresh murder, however, upturns all that he thought he knew about that day and sets him on a quest to uncover long-held secrets. This smoothly written crime novel will keep you eagerly turning the pages to find out what happens next. A thoroughly enjoyable read.

The Devil’s Bargain by Stella Rimington Bloomsbury, $29.99

Stella Rimington has made a smooth transition from her real-life role as the head of MI5, to writing about fictional spies. Her novels have drawn good praise from around the world and are noteworthy for their convincing spy craft and topical plots. The Devil’s Bargain revolves around a deep cover Russian spy who has used his business successes to gain selection as an MP for Liverpool. However, he is recognised by the policeman who decades before allowed him to illegally enter Britain, and a deadly cat and mouse game erupts between the two. A tense and convincing spy thriller.

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Now showing Morbius (M) In the jungles of Costa Rica, Dr Michael Morbius (Jared Leto) sets about capturing a sample of vampire bats to aid in his quest to find a cure to his deadly blood disease. Flashing back 25 years to a hospital in Greece, a 10-year-old Morbius befriends a new young patient who shares the same illness. Flashing forward, Morbius splices vampire bat genes together into a solution! Venom, the second entry into Sony Studio’s Spider-Man universe, enjoyed success in part due to the unexpectedly bizarre and zany performance from lead Tom Hardy. Morbius’ Leto plays the part extremely straight to the point of confusion: is he an altruistic humanitarian struggling with the

monster bursting to come out, or a self-interested narcissist on a journey of discovering his inner anti-hero? Alternatively, Dr. Who’s Matt Smith has a great time as the shoehorned antagonist. Straight from the Marvel Cinematic Universe template, Smith’s foil shares the same ailment as our lead, but presents as a moral antithesis, lapping up the perceived advantages of being a vampire that also provides the means to unleash his pent-up frustrations onto a society that isolated him for his entire life. Verdict: While there is some fun to be had, the movie consciously feels like a cold, cynical corporate exercise to push a by-the-numbers commercial product down the assembly line with more to follow. 2.5 stars. Viewed at Dendy Cinemas. - Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net

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What’s on

MY JOY! MY HEART’S DELIGHT!: The ANU Chamber Choir, directed by Tobias Cole, perform Wednesday 13 April 12.40-1.20pm, Wesley Music Centre, Forrest; trybooking.com/BXYAY

HAMLET: Bell Shakespeare’s critically acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet returns to The Playhouse, Civic, 7-16 April; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

CSO: Canberra Symphony Orchestra performs Llewellyn Series: Redemption, conducted by Jessica Cottis, at Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 13-14 April 7.30pm; cso.org.au/redemption

CANBERRA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Their Chamber Ensemble perform Stargazers at the National Museum of Australia Atrium, Thursday 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, 7 April 7pm at Dendy Canberra; dendy.com.au CANBERRA POTTERS: The Watson Gallery hosts new exhibition, Connections: EASS 2022, until 1 May; canberrapotters.com.au JOHN WILLIAMSON: Brings his popular Winding Back tour to the Southern Cross Club, Woden, 8 April 8pm; johnwilliamson.com.au RUSTEN HOUSE: The Queanbeyan venue hosts new exhibition Site Specific - artists respond to Rusten House, 8-30 April; qprc.nsw.gov.au CANBERRA AND REGION HERITAGE FESTIVAL: A celebration of our local heritage with a host of events across Canberra, 9 April–1 May; environment.act.gov.au/heritage/heritage-festival QUEANBEYAN PALERANG HERITAGE FESTIVAL: An opportunity to celebrate the unique history of the region, 9 April–14 May; qprc.nsw.gov.au GREEK CULTURAL FESTIVAL: Back by popular demand, the Agora returns to the National Museum of Australia, Saturday 9 April 10.30am4.30pm; nma.gov.au/greek-festival QUEANBEYAN QUILTERS: See their 2022 exhibition with more than 100 quilts at Queanbeyan Bicentennial Hall, 9-10 April.

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JENNY BLAKE: The Canberra artist’s solo exhibition Tipping Point is at Gallery 2 Strathnairn Arts, Holt until 1 May; strathnairn.com.au

SPIN – ELECTION 2022: Satirists Charles Firth, James Schloeffel and Mark Humphries dissect the upcoming federal election live, 13 April 7.30pm, Canberra Theatre, Civic; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Sammy J’s Symphony in J Minor at Canberra Theatre, 9 April.

THE BOYS: A production of the play by Gordon Graham influenced by the 1986 murder of Anita Cobby, at ACT Hub, Kingston, 13-16 April; acthub.com.au

SAMMY J: Performs Symphony in J Minor at the Canberra Theatre, Civic, 9 April 7.30pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

NATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL: Offering a wide range of engagement in the folk arts across the Easter long weekend 14-18 April at EPIC; folkfestival.org.au

SATURDAY AFTERNOON TUNES: Free live music in Gungahlin at Yerrabi Pond District Park, Saturday 9 April 3-5pm; belcoarts.com.au BOOKFEST: Goulburn’s biennial Reader Writer Festival will run at Goulburn Mulwaree Library, 9-10 April from 10am; gmlibrary.com.au OPEN GARDENS CANBERRA: Gardens at 2 Raoul Place, Lyons and 2 Richardson Street, Garran will be open 9-10 April 10am-4pm; opengardenscanberra.org.au GROWING IN THE GARDENS: An art exhibition by the Botanical Art Group at the Visitor Centre, Australian National Botanical Gardens, 9 April–8 May; free entry.

CANBERRA GLASSWORKS: Showing group exhibition Upending Expectations: Contemporary Glass at the Glassworks Gallery, Kingston 14 April–5 June; canberraglassworks.com ANU CLASSICS MUSEUM: Free tours conducted by voluntary guides on the second Friday of each month at 12.30pm in the A D Hope Building, ANU; call 0438 883 373. KIPPAX MARKETPLACE: Indoor market to run 3rd Saturday of every month, 8am-12pm, at Kippax Uniting Church Community Centre; free entry. OLD BUS DEPOT MARKETS: Canberra’s muchloved markets have returned to the Old Bus Depot in Kingston every Sunday 9.30am-2.30pm; obdm.com.au

BOOK SIGNING: Bungendore local and contributing author Shara Jenkins will be signing Unapologetic: Shedding Inauthenticity to Become Uniquely You at Kings Junction, Bungendore, 10 April; creativeenergiesbyshara.com

CANBERRA CIRCUS FESTIVAL: A brand-new event bringing youth circus troupes and young circus artists from across Australia to Canberra, 19-23 April; canberracircusfestival.com.au

GLASS PLANTER WORKSHOP: Cast your own garden planter in a one-day Glass Casting Beginners workshop at Canberra Glassworks, bookings open for 30 April; canberraglassworks.com

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Aims’ two-piece set is “me-made,” a collaboration with a husband-and-wife team from an island in South Japan. The fabric was handprinted at their ocean-side atelier. Photos: Kerrie Brewer.

‘Indy’ mum brings travels to Canberra’s sewing community “There’s power in realising that you’re an important person in your own right and making time for that. I want to show my boys that you need to care for yourself to care for others.” Creator of Indy Bindy, Aims, is the mum you can’t help but notice at school pick-up. A world-travelled ex-diplomat, wearing incredible outfits, when other mums ask where she bought them, she flashes that megawatt smile, “Thanks! I made this.” A mum of two boys, Archie (8) and Indy (6), her online fabric store was named after the latter as they were born in the same year. “I’ve been sewing for as long as I can remember. As a little girl, we would visit mum’s family overseas every few years, and my favourite thing was collecting unique fabrics from each country. They were my souvenirs,” Aims smiled. After meeting her husband while both studying international affairs at ANU, she would go on to live in the Solomon Islands, Liberia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and Japan. “When my second son was born, we were living in Tokyo. As a new mum, your whole identity

really shifts. You’ve got this allconsuming little being. “Sewing was something that was just for me, that was not connected to my little bub. It became a part of my identity that I really held onto. When he was sleeping, I’d be sewing.” While browsing an independent fabric fair in the city, several designs caught her eye. “I started speaking with the designers and I was just so inspired by their passion and creativity. “These designers wanted to share their work with the world, but they either didn’t know how to work in the online space or didn’t have the confidence in their English. That’s where I could step in, sharing their fabrics on the international market.” Through Indy Bindy, Aims connects small fabric and patent businesses together from around the globe and brings in clientele by showing off the final products on Instagram, “where there’s a really vibrant and active sewing community”. Recently, she partnered with patent designers, Anna and Isabel of The Uncut Project in Copenhagen,

and Israel-based sewist (an artist who sews), Geri in Stitches. “They provided the pattern; I provided the fabric and Geri sewed this amazing dress, and we all shared in each other’s community.” Over half a decade after founding Indy Bindy, fabric is Aims’ livelihood, but she still keeps sewing for herself – a regular patron of “creative self-care”. “A full day of sewing for fun just fills my cup right up,” she explains. “We hear self-care talked about a lot, and we tend to think of a massage, scented candles, a yoga retreat. “Don’t get me wrong, I love a massage, but for me self-care is about remembering who you are. Working out what lights you up and feeding that peace.” “If you can make time for that, I think it really affects the way you show up in the world, for your family and for those around you.” For mums in particular, Aims emphasises the importance of having an outlet that can connect you back to a part of your identity that’s separate from children. “It’s very hard to do because as mums we’ve got a lot of demands

on our time, but even if it’s just little snippets here and there, like sewing for 10 minutes a day, it can really change how you feel. “Clarity in our lives comes from when we stop. When we stop the hustle and just pause.” Due to disruptions from COVID lockdowns, postage from Japan currently takes three to six months. Aims chose to pivot her business by installing an educational arm that will support intermediate sewists to improve their skills, and make time for creative self-care. “We’re launching a sewing membership later this year. It’s all about helping people find their me-made style, connecting with themselves in that way.” “Me-made” is a common term in the online sewing community. “Sometimes ‘handmade’ can feel a bit arts and craftsy,” explained Aims. “I feel that ‘me-made’ speaks to that empowering bit. The memade pieces are the ones in your wardrobe that you always go for. “It puts a smile on your face instantly, having this end product that you imagined and brought to life with your very own hands.” - Anja de Rozario canberraweekly.com.au

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The 64th Annual Grammy Awards boasted a highly anticipated red carpet, having tipped to the less traditional end of red-carpet fashion in past years. Among the elegant, eccentric, and straight-up extra, these celebs made our list for the Best Dressed attendees. WITH BEAUTY AND FASHION EDITOR, ANJA DE ROZARIO

Chrissy Teigen edged out Carrie Underwood for the best ballgown of the night. Something about how the explosion of bubblegum pink by Nicole + Felicia Couture cinches perfectly at the waist is so dreamy. Or perhaps it was how cute she looked cuddled up with her date, husband John Legend.

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Lady Gaga has become synonymous with the Grammys red carpet, taking home her 13th Grammy on the night. After years of wearing the full spectrum from edgy to extraterrestrial, she’s settled on ‘elegant’ in a Giorgio Armani Privé asymmetric gown, styled with Old Hollywood-inspired diamonds and updo.

Winner of Best Alternative Music Album, St. Vincent didn’t compromise her vintage style even at the Grammys, and it paid off ! Her floor-length, pink flamingo Gucci gown stood out from her fellow attendees, and only mildly clashed with the red carpet itself.

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Without Me singer Halsey had the most successful fashion bid of the night, making a statement in a noir-esque gown by Pressiat. Joined on the red carpet by “ironic” shopping bags and dinosaur costumes, it was Halsey who caught our eye as an unforgettable femme fatale.

Co-winner for best pop duo alongside Doja Cat for their hit song Kiss Me More, SZA was a dream in her Jean Paul Gaultier tulle gown. Surrounded by loud colours and gimmicks, the rapper brought her subtle femme flair to the occasion.

Several celebs stepped out in BDSM-inspired looks this year, but none did it quite like Dua Lipa, who’s vintage Versace dress incorporated heavy chains and leather harnessing to mimic a classic halter gown silhouette. Stunning.

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Fabric gift wrap. A sustainable alternative to paper gift wrap, fabric gift wrap is one of the easiest upcycling tips and only requires a pair of scissors. Old bedsheets can be used to wrap a gift of almost any size, and decorative tea towels (an easy upcycle project in itself) can be repurposed by the giftee. Use cute pins to hold the wrapping together or tear strips of fabric, stretching them out to use as ties.

Pillowcase tote bag. Studies say that a single organic cotton

tote would need to be used every day for 54 years in order to offset its environmental impact. Instead of buying one new, try your hand at a pillowcase tote. They’re already half made for you – just add handles by measuring and cutting four strips of fabric to the same length and width. Pair the strips together and sew around the borders to create two strong handles. Attach the handles to the inside of the pillowcase.

Fabric cotton rounds. Trace circles onto your fabric with fabric chalk (for easy erasing) and cut them out. You will need two circles per round. Pin the two circles together and stitch around the edge. Perfect for sustainable makeup removal or cleaning little noses.

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Easter egg crafts This Easter, we’ve gone for a twist on the classic dyed Easter eggs – using foam and papier mache – thanks to two craft projects from Spotlight! Hang your finished eggs around the home, or decorate a tree outside, to celebrate the Easter season. WITH HOME EDITOR, ABBEY HALTER

Papier mache cracked hanging eggs What you’ll need

Instructions

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Papier mache cracked hanging eggs

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Deco accessory kit

Step 1: Start by painting your papier mache inside and out and allow time to dry.

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Chenille bunny

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Paint brushes

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Paint palette

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Glue gun

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Scissors

Step 2: Select three chicks and glue inside one egg and a chenille bunny inside the other egg. Step 3: Choose three small flowers and a butterfly from the deco accessory kit. Cut the stem from the flowers. Glue one flower to the front left side of each egg. Step 4: Glue the butterfly to the top right side of the egg with the chicks.

Foam eggs What you’ll need •

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egg. Bring the ends of the ribbon up the sides of the egg and tie together in a knot. Push a sequin pin through the knot into the top of the egg to secure in place. Bring the ends together and tie in an overhand knot to create a hanging loop. Trim ends. Repeat for as many eggs you’ve chosen to make. Step 3: Select your eggs with a hanging loop and glue your yellow felt flowers and pink felt flowers to the sides, in whatever style you wish. Step 4: Select your butterflies from the deco accessory kit and glue onto the egg, in whichever style you wish. Step 5: Select a butterfly, a ladybird, and a toadstool from the deco accessory kit. Remove the wire and cut back the base of the toadstool. Glue the butterfly, ladybird, and toadstool to the egg. * All items for both projects are available from Spotlight.

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The latest in news, trends and happenings for the home. Tony Penguin helps fight MND Australian plush brand, Ty, has joined the fight against Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) with their brand-new Beanie Boo, Tony Penguin. CEO, founder and chairman of Ty, Ty Warner, has asked Australians to help beat the MND/ ALS “beast” with him. Tony Penguin is named after Ty’s great friend Tony who sadly passed away from MND/ALS. All 100 per cent of the profits of the original sales of Tony Penguin will go towards FightMND, a charity aiming to generate awareness of MND. Tony Penguin Beanie Boo is available at Toyworld, Coles, newXpress, and more Australian retailers.

Embrace saturated colour Interior designer and stylist Jono Fleming says saturating a room with colour, rather than just

a feature wall, is back on trend – it’s time to ditch staring at four white walls. With a bright future on the horizon, it’s only fitting we add bold colours into our space. Jono’s particular paint he recommends is Benjamin Moore for their diverse range of colours – bright yellows to soft sage green and all the others in between. Benjamin Moore Paints are available at tenaru.net.au

M + Co Living reinvigorates bedside tables Betty, Gus Belmont, Maddox, and Polly are all part of M + Co Living’s latest brainchild, helping transform your space from dull and dry to bold and beauteous. The four featured side tables are all drastically different in style ranging from the contemporary feminine Maddox in pink, to the Betty’s sleek black oak with vintage rattan detail. Find M + Co products at mcoproperty.com.au

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Food2Soil combats climate change one brew at a time

ver 28,050 cups of coffee, 1,700kg of food waste, and 3,230kg of CO2 emissions saved from being dumped in landfill and polluting our atmosphere. That’s Food2Soil’s environmental legacy so far, and they’ve only just begun. A Canberra-based, female-owned business, Food2Soil’s core mission is to honour the Earth and to be part of the solution for a better future – for their children and all generations to come. Owners Josie and Annabel affectionately call their organic food waste fertiliser a “kombucha for plants and soil” which has been lovingly brewed in their fit for purpose ‘Brewhaus’ to help reduce food waste to landfill and combat climate change. From a dietitian and ex-chef, Food2Soil understands the enormity of the food waste problem plaguing our world and are taking up the fight one brew at a time. “We both love good food, and we love enjoying our food and seeing it nourish our families. So, to see

it wasted… really stings,” said Josie. Discovering each other purely by chance, the two entrepreneurs took a leap of faith to launch their environmental business together, and now they’re about to reach their second birthday. “We use food and coffee waste from cafés to create our biofertiliser. We use the ancient practice of fermentation, not composting, and brew up a microbially live product. Most products on the market aren’t ALIVE with beneficial microbes, ours is, and when you feed them to soil it helps plants absorb nutrients. It’s a better alternative to seaweed extracts, in so many ways, plants just love it!” explained Annabel. “We are big into giving back to the Earth, as well as this being a movement – not just a product; we even use upcycled equipment, for example, our vats are from the dairy industry. What we are doing is a solution for climate change. If you support our business, you’re investing in a small piece that will go

towards the bigger puzzle of change.” Not only is Josie and Annabel’s business sustainable and environmentally friendly, but they’re donating part of their profits to Greening Australia who aim to plant 500 million trees across the country by 2030. With proven, evidence-based results, Food2Soil is purely organic. They take real pride and satisfaction from the flow of positive feedback received from happy customers. They are so sure of their product they offer a money back guarantee. “It’s a cauldron full of bubbly goodness!” said Annabel. “I’ve had professional apple growers say our apples grown with Food2Soil are unbelievably good – couldn’t believe they weren’t commercial.” Shop Food2Soil’s concentrated organic biofertiliser at www.food2soil.com.au. If you’re a local, email the team to avoid postage at info@food2soil.com.au OR visit us at the Old Bus Depot Markets this Sunday. canberraweekly.com.au

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Dream family home Aranda 10 Gundara Street Boasting a beautiful herringbonepaved path guiding you to the café-style front terrace, and cedarframed doors leading off the living room, this contemporary family abode is a breath of fresh air. Agent Andrew Lonsdale describes this home as a “treasure” with a soothing green swathe of established plants dotted across the surrounding serene gardens. Featuring copious spots for you to entertain, sit and unwind with tea and a book, and enough room for the kids to roam, makes this Aranda property your dream family home. “It’s located opposite a sweet park that is often the venue for the street’s close-knit neighbours to meet and mingle. You can establish a cherished lifestyle here, being 46

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only a short walk to bushland trails, schools, and what will most likely become your local – Two Before Ten,” says Andrew. “The gorgeous renovations to the main bathroom and kitchen offer the chic, modern amenities we all crave. But the true lifestyle hero here is the light that makes it way deep into the living areas; a dance of shadows emerging as sunlight filters through the surrounding trees. The Japanese have a word for it: Komorebi.” A north-oriented home nestled on a flat block, you’ll adore the expansive master wing with enticing garden views, generous ensuite, and walk-in wardrobe. In the high-spec, renovated family bathroom, the main feature is the

striking freestanding bathtub, fulllength marble tiles, a stylish floating vanity, and a plethora of storage niches. Featuring warm Tasmanian Oak floors flowing through the living rooms and bedrooms, a renovated kitchen with ambient and pendant lights, an electric Miele oven, a dishwasher, and gas cooktop, look no further for your dream family home – it’s right here.

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Real estate | recent sales

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under the hammer

31 Vasey Crescent, Campbell

$2,590,000 inStyle

24 John Holt Street, MacGregor

$801,000

LJ Hooker

26 Darling Street, Barton

$2,525,000 Belle

1 Wentcher Place, Richardson

$800,000

Independent

10 Wendy Ey Place, Nicholls

$2,500,000 Luton

83/1 Rowland Rees Crescent, Greenway $775,000

Luton

11 Justice Kelly Street, Forde

$2,360,000 Stone

7/1 Wise Street, Braddon

$770,000

LJ Hooker

19 Kleinig Street, Nicholls

$2,350,000 Confidence

19 Thornhill Crescent, Dunlop

$767,000

LJ Hooker

18 Beston Place, Greenleigh

$2,125,000 McNamee

24 Traeger Street, Dunlop

$740,000

Luton

67 Rivett Street, Hackett

$1,910,000 Home by Holly

39/101 Woodberry Avenue, Coombs

$740,000

Independent

29 Narrambla Terrace, Lawson

$1,860,000 McGrath

520/1 Elouera Street, Braddon

$725,000

Burgess Rawson

10 Snapper Crescent, Throsby

$1,775,000 Canberry

14/6 Cunningham Street, Griffith

$720,000

McNamee

1 Watt Street, Campbell

$1,770,000 Belle

14 Wilson Crescent, Banks

$717,000

Ray White

99 Whiskers Creek Road, Carwoola

$1,601,000 Gilbert Real Estate

57/39 Mcintyre Street, Narrabundah

$710,000

Independent

16 Alan Watt Crescent, Casey

$1,565,000 Property Collective

116 Bill Ferguson Circuit, Bonner

$702,000

Canberra Property Partners

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26 Ulysses Circuit, Wright

$1,562,000 Hive

43 Longstaff Street, Lyneham 1

Gerard Northey 0438 437 790 Ray White Canberra Auction Sat 9 April 10am

17 Chance Street, Crace

$700,000

LJ Hooker

78 Coaldrake Avenue, Denman Prospect $1,510,000 LJ Hooker

1/39 Tank Street, Phillip

$692,500

LJ Hooker

20 O'Shanassy Street, Curtin

$1,500,000 Civium

4 Grimstone Place, Franklin

$681,000

LJ Hooker

40 Woodberry Avenue, Coombs

$1,405,000 McGrath

28/35 Oakden Street, Greenway

$670,000

Property Collective

17 Buscombe Street, Forde

$1,300,000 Stone

61/4 Henshall Way, Macquarie

$667,000

Luton

44 Stringybark Drive, Jerrabomberra

$1,300,000 Ray White

22/76 Stockman Avenue, Lawson

$666,000

Impact Properties

62 Stanner Circuit, Bonner

$1,290,000 Michael Potter

40/64 Carrington Street, Queanbeyan

$662,500

ReMax

10 Sarson Street, Gungahlin

$1,273,500 LJ Hooker

2/35 Torrens Street, Braddon

$653,525

Harcourts

184 Majura Avenue, Ainslie

$1,232,500 LJ Hooker

33/88 Narrambla Terrace, Lawson

$650,000

McGrath

18 Badimara Street, Waramanga

9 Cape York Street, Harrison

$1,220,000 Blackshaw

49 Caragh Street, Googong

$625,000

Blackshaw

2/8 Holder Street, Turner

$1,216,000 Belle

36/13 Chandler Street, Belconnen

$575,000

LJ Hooker

22 Bronhill Street, Moncrieff

$1,200,000 Luton

12/26 De Burgh Street, Lyneham

$550,000

LJ Hooker

74 Bungle Bungle Crescent, Harrison

$1,191,000 Independent

87/75 Elizabeth Jolley Crescent, Franklin $536,000

LJ Hooker

1 Hartt Place, Dunlop

$1,190,000 Blackshaw

63/39 Benjamin Way, Belconnen

$535,000

Luton

30 Marsden Street, Dickson

$1,120,000 LJ Hooker

72/100 Henry Kendall Street, Franklin

$516,000

LJ Hooker

9 Mein Place, Latham

$1,100,000 Luton

88/5 Burnie Street, Lyons

$510,000

Kalogris

4 Andrews Street, Watson

$1,050,000 LJ Hooker

4/54 Macleay Street, Turner

$498,500

Hive

36 Wallabalooa Street, Ngunnawal

$1,025,000 Independent

159/45 West Row, City

$495,000

Independent

1 Wambaya Crescent, Waramanga

$1,020,000 Independent

40/23 Tay Street, Watson

$487,500

Real Estate Shop

8 Fawsitt Place, Florey

$980,000

Blackshaw

125/32 Blackall Street, Barton

$485,000

inStyle

25 Roy Marika Street, Bonner

$972,000

Luton

76/20 Federal Highway, Watson

$460,000

LJ Hooker

2 Hodel Place, Fadden

$950,000

LJ Hooker

9/51 Mary Street, Googong

$425,000

LJ Hooker

46 Wallabalooa Street, Ngunnawal

$906,000

LJ Hooker

32/2 Sapling Street, Harrison

$425,000

Independent

25/21 Temperley Street, Nicholls

$885,000

McGrath

7/8 Baudinette Circuit, Bruce

$410,000

Ray White

8/18 Marr Street, Pearce

$875,000

LJ Hooker

74/77 Gozzard Street, Gungahlin

$367,500

LJ Hooker

54 Burrumarra Avenue, Ngunnawal

$850,000

McGrath

22/329 Flemington Road, Franklin

$351,000

LJ Hooker

5/29 Thynne Street, Bruce

$847,000

Luton

7C/124 Ross Smith Crescent, Scullin

$275,000

Independent

33 Ragless Circuit, Kambah

$825,000

Agent Team

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

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Michael Potter 0413 830 598 Michael Potter Real Estate Auction Sat 9 April 11.30am

8 Hutchinson Crescent, Kambah

Agent

Brian McPherson 0401 354 540 LJ Hooker Woden & Weston Creek Auction Wed 13 April 6pm

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Former Monkey Bar site sells for $3.9m, $1m more than expected In the heart of Canberra’s busiest retail precinct, a CBD property auction has blown sellers out of the water, with a sale price more than 33 per cent above expectations. In a prime position, the property was previously home to HCF and the popular Monkey Bar, adjacent to the Canberra Centre. Located in the CBD’s key retail

throughfare, 128 Bunda Street was offered for sale by vacant possession via Expressions of Interest in late 2021. Colliers Director of Capital Markets, Matthew Winter, said the successful purchaser was a local owner occupier who plans to establish their own retail business on the site. “This property attracted a

Molonglo Valley’s first community facility opens in Denman Prospect The very first purpose-built community facility in the Molonglo Valley was opened last week, setting up Denman Prospect for an influx of future residents. The Denman Village Community Centre was officially opened by Member for Murrumbidgee and Minister for City Services, Chris Steel. Capital Estate Development (CED) managing director, Stephen Byron, said a gap in community facilities in the growing area had highlighted the need for a space for residents and community organisations. “Community is at the centre of everything we do here at Denman Prospect. With the addition of the community centre, the Denman Village precinct in more than a place to dine, shop and exercise,” said Mr Byron. “It’s now also a place for people with common interests to come together to collaborate, create and learn.” Designed by AMC Architecture and built by local company, Nikias Diamond, the community centre is set to “leave a legacy” for Denman Prospect residents and the broader Molonglo Valley. 48

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Included in the facility is the Denman Village Early Learning Centre, which has been in operation since earlier this year, and the Community Centre, which will be managed by Communities at Work. Communities at Work CEO, Lee Maiden, said the opening of the new centre represents the “culmination of many years of work”. “Communities at Work has a long history of developing new and emerging communities in the ACT,” Ms Maiden said. “The Denman Village Community Centre will play an important role in providing a place for people to connect and to build a strong, resilient and thriving community.” With over 50,000 people expected to call the Molonglo Valley area home in the coming years, Mr Steel said the community is growing. “As the Molonglo Valley grows, it’s vital there are places like the Denman Village Community Centre where people can connect within their community,” he said. “The Early Learning Centre located within this facility will also provide local families with quality learning opportunities.”

number of bidders. The final sale price of $3.9 million was around $1 million more than the seller initially thought we would achieve,” Mr Winter said. “In addition to its location, what really sets this property apart and attracted buyers is the range of options it presented.” The 394sqm NLA building is located in Core Zone 1 under the ACT Territory Plan 2008, and features existing fitout infrastructure, dual access, and long-term landback prospects. Local and national retailers

128 Bunda Street in Canberra City has sold for $3.9 million, $1 million more than expected. Image Supplied.

were expressing interest in the sale, and both institutional investors and private investors and developers were looking for a strategic long-term location on the site.

REIA: Federal election may be weighing on home buyers In Feburary this year, new housing loan commitments fell 3.7 per cent to $32.3 billion (seasonally adjusted) according to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Following a record high the previous month, the fall is most likely pre-election jitters from home buyers, according to the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA). REIA president, Hayden Groves, said the latest ABS figures show the drop in new housing loan commitments was the first since October 2021. The low figures were driven by a 4.7 per cent fall in the value of new owner-occupier loan commitments. “This was 36.7 per cent lower compared to a year ago, and continued the decline seen since the recent peak in first home buyer lending in January 2021,” Mr Groves said. “According to our Housing Affordability Report, the number of first home buyers decreased to

37,620, a fall of 0.4 per cent during the quarter with first home buyers now making up 34.1 of owner occupier dwelling commitments, a decrease of 7.8 percentage points over the year. “Falls in the number of owner-occupier first home buyer commitments were seen across all states and territories. Falls in the value of owner occupier loan commitments were seen across most states and territories with the largest falls in NSW, down 10.5 per cent, and Victoria, down 5.2 per cent.” Mr Groves said investor lending also fell, with the value of loan commitments falling 1.8 per cent to $10.8 billion. “Despite these early signs of a usual softening in a pre-federal election, the market is still historically very strong and investors in particular should continue to buy with confidence knowing negative gearing now has bi-partisan support,” he said.

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Hilltown Taylor Luxurious, modern, and impeccably stylish, the brand-new prestigious development ‘Hilltown’ in Taylor is designed to capture picturesque views of the surrounding area. Located across from open green fields, ‘Hilltown’ is only a short walk to local schools, the Adventure Playground, and a range of great restaurants, with every facility you could possibly need right at your fingertips. These two- and three-bedroom townhouses will suit a buyer searching for their perfect new property featuring all the latest home inclusions. In the sought-after suburb of Taylor, these new homes will be snatched up quickly.

All townhouses boast double garages with internal access and living areas which open onto a private and enclosed courtyard, making entertaining a breeze. Inside each home, you’ll find double-glazed windows and doors throughout, gorgeous stone benchtops, gas cooktops, ducted rangehoods, future solar installation availability, reverse cycle heating and cooling, and floor-to-ceiling tiles in the bathrooms and ensuites.

2- and 3-bedroom townhouses EER 7.4 Starting price $649,000 View Every Sat and Sun 1-3pm Address Viewing suite at Sutherland Crescent, Taylor Agent Alex Eimerl Mob 0409 007 313 Coda Property Group info@codapropertygroup.com.au

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9 Grace Place Amaroo

Imagine, a three bedroom home nestled

• Living 130sq/m

your back fence and Yerrabi Pond 300m

• Two courtyards

in a quiet cul de sac, parkland beyond

away - Bliss! If you're looking for an ideal home in the happiest ‘kingdom of them all’, 9 Grace Place is sure to impress.

• Garage 41sq/m

• Backing reserve • Build 1996

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.

For Sale $850,000+ _______________________________________________ View Saturday, April 9th 10:30am - 11:00am _______________________________________________ Agent Jeff Shortland 0417 483 627

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

102 Vasey Crescent Campbell The pinnacle of perfection with superior finishes and unrivalled design. No expense has been spared in refining this masterpiece, comfort, space and ease of living with sweeping vistas from every window. It features flexible living spaces with floor to ceiling windows that are bathed in natural light set amongst beautiful established gardens.

• Undercover outdoor alfresco with

surround sound speaker system and water feature

• Soundproofed downstairs rumpus with

under floor heating and utility room with internal access to the garage

• Brand new custom lighting throughout

1519m2

Auction Saturday 23rd April | 12:00pm | On Site _______________________________________________ View Contact The Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jane Kusetic 0408 662 119 Emma Robertson 0422 415 008 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

150 Namatjira Drive Chapman Privately tucked away on this tree lined street, this

• Open plan living and dining area

property offers a tranquil lifestyle opportunity for the

• Renovated kitchen which overlooks the rear yard

lucky new owner. Positioned in the wonderful suburb

• Formal lounge or fifth bedroom overlooking the front

of Chapman this truly is a unique find. This generous single level five-bedroom home boasts loads of natural light, space and privacy, with a functional floor plan.

garden • Spacious bedrooms, two with BIRs and master with ensuite • Brand new Ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling

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1008m2

Auction Saturday 23rd April | 3:00pm | On Site _______________________________________________ View Contact The Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jane Kusetic 0408 662 119 Emma Robertson 0422 415 008 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

71 Fred Daly Avenue, Coombs Designed to showcase open plan modern interiors

• Ceaserstone bench tops

delivering loads of natural light and exuding privacy.

• Air-sourced hot water heat pump system

This single level home boasts clean lines with a

• Alarm system

spacious interior and flexible floor plan. Multiple living

• Solar Panels

spaces and oversized rooms for accommodation

• Ducted heating and cooling with 4 zones

exemplifies all that is desirable in this contemporary

• LED multi coloured lighting

family residence. 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 Saturday 16th April | 10:00am | On Site _______________________________________________ View Contact The Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jane Kusetic 0408 662 119 Emma Robertson 0422 415 008 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

1/120 John Gorton Drive Coombs This perfect, one-bedroom ground floor

apartment would suit first home buyers,

downsizers investors or those wanting to be in the heart of the Molonglo Valley. With a delightfully large outdoor

courtyard, this home is sure to impress.

• Large outdoor courtyard

• Kitchen with ample bench and storage

space, dishwasher and electric cooking

• European laundry

• Double glazed windows throughout

Auction 21st April | 6:00PM | On Site _______________________________________________ View Contact The Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jane Kusetic 0408 662 119 Emma Robertson 0422 415 008 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

17 Dutton Street Dickson Original homes in a prime inner north

location can be hard to find but 17 Dutton Street is just that and offers an incredible

opportunity for buyers keen to renovate or build their dream home.

• 731m2 Block

• Self contained granny flat at the rear. electricity metered separately.

• 3 separate Electric hot water systems. • Due North orientation

• Block Backs Dickson Wetlands and Playing fields

Auction Sat, 30th Apr at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 9th Apr from 1:30pm - 2:00pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Browne 0403 169 259 Andrew Grenfell 0424 858 529 LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

39/303 Flemington Road Franklin Move in or rent out the choice is yours.

• North facing open plan kitchen, dining and living

• Full size kitchen with electric cooking, dishwasher and stone benchtops

• King size bedroom with walk in robe • Split system RCAC; NBN

• Covered balcony extends the living area of the unit

• Single secure car space

Auction Wed, 27th Apr at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Carly Clough 0419 296 458

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

35 Neilson Street Garran This inviting residence merges impeccable design with natural light, cooling breezes and flowing space. The incredibly functional and family friendly floorplan provides perfect living with a combination of relaxing outdoor entertaining spaces and lawn for the children or pets.

• Fully renovated main bathroom

• External laundry with internal laundry chute

• Double metal garage

• State of the art kitchen • Private front courtyard

• Study with built in cabinetry

1036m2

For Sale _______________________________________________ View Contact the agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jane Kusetic 0408 662 119 Emma Robertson 0422 415 008 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston (02)62888888

AUCTION

118 Louisa Lawson Crescent Gilmore Set on an enormous 1167m2 landscaped block, this

• Large separate lounge room with great views

updated family home has so much on offer. Fully

• Updated kitchen and family space with peninsula

updated throughout, it perfectly blends practical simplicity and family warmth. Spread across four bedrooms, separate lounge and family living area it's

bench and stainless steel appliances • Huge 1100 block with perfectly kept lawns, sandstone retaining walls.

the ideal space for first home buyers and growing

• Split system heating and cooling

families in search of room to move and grow.

• Four bedrooms, master with built in robes

Auction | On site Sat, 30th Apr at 11:00am _______________________________________________ View Contact agent to view _______________________________________________ Agent Dan Cooper 0412 773 938

LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

89 Beaurepaire Crescent Holt PRICE GUIDE: $869,000+

• Surrounded by established privacy hedges

A unique opportunity to secure a 4 bedroom, 1

• Front deck plus large undercover entertaining

bathroom, neat as a pin home with a separate 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom studio on a 686sqm landscaped gardens opposite parkland and playground. There is simply so much to love here!

deck at the rear • Renovated kitchen, polished timber floors, ducted R/C and a 6kw solar system • Short 400m to Holt shops and less than 1km to Kippax Fair

Auction Wed, 13th Apr at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Thursday 7th April 5:00 - 5.30pm Saturday 9th April 9:30 - 10:00am _______________________________________________ Agent Sandra Masters 0416 121 155 Hannah Green 0422 381 055 LJ Hooker Kippax 6255 3888

53 Maxworthy Street Kambah The prestige and charm are immediately apparent as you enter the home through the formal entrance hall. The living and formal dining areas are expansive, and the views through the large windows provide the perfect backdrop for relaxing with the family or entertaining family and friends.

• Established gardens & garden beds • 5 bedrooms plus study

• Fully renovated chefs kitchen

• Renovated bathroom, ensuite and full sized laundry

• Ducted heating and evaporative cooling

1099m2

12 Salkauskas Crescent Lyneham The owners of this 5-bedroom ensuite family home

• 1,022sqm block

were way ahead of their time when they

• 209sqm house

commissioned their dream home. Set high in the

• Quiet position immediately opposite Lyneham

popular suburb of North Lyneham and right across the

Ridge reserve

street from the Lyneham Ridge reserve, the home was

• In-slab heating and ducted evaporative cooling

an early solar passive masterpiece.

• 5-minute drive to Lyneham shops and schools,

Auction | Onsite Sat, 7th May at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 9th Apr at 10:45am to 11:15am _______________________________________________ Agent Stephen Bunday 0416 014 431

less than 10 minutes to Dickson All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

24/12 Wilkins Street Mawson This large two-bedroom apartment is located on the top floor, boasting a fantastically green outlook across Mt Taylor. The apartment features a large open plan living area that opens on to a generous balcony taking full

• Both bedrooms have built in robes • Freshly painted throughout Spacious balcony with views • One allocated carport

• Split system heating and cooling

advantage of the aspect and the views and allowing light to pour through. 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.

For Sale _______________________________________________ View Contact The Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jane Kusetic 0408 662 119 Emma Robertson 0422 415 008 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

3 Vaughan Gardens Narrabundah This character residence offers an exceptional

• Concealed laundry in kitchen

opportunity to secure a coveted piece of real

• Single carport plus double garage

estate and a home made for memories.

• Lawns, established gardens and garden

Cohesively blending ornate features with

beds

modern desires, this is a sublime opportunity to

• Freshly painted throughout

secure an enviable lifestyle within a location

• Endearing character with modern inclusions

that is always in demand.

• Under stair storage

633m2

82 Kelleway Avenue Nicholls This immaculate two-storey townhouse is bright,

• 134m2 of living

comfortable and ready for you to simply unpack and

• 2 secure courtyards

relax. An enclosed front courtyard welcomes you to

• 3 separate living areas

the home and invites you to step inside and explore

• Ducted heating and cooling

the generous and light-filled layout.

• Walk to Nicholls local shops including an IGA • Short walk to Gold Creek Primary School and Holy

Auction Sat, 23rd Apr at 10:00am _______________________________________________ View Saturday, April 9th at 1:00pm - 1:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Jason Hall 0475 983 079

Spirit Catholic Primary School 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

13 Rosella Street Nicholls

Beautifully established and maintained to

• Outdoor pergola overlooking the 15th hole

perfection this family home is in a superior

• Beautiful established low maintenance

location on the fiftieth hole of Gungahlin Lakes Golf Course.

gardens • Renovated kitchen • Quiet street • Reverse cycle heating and cooling • Double garage with internal access

Auction Sat, 30th Apr at 1:00pm _______________________________________________ View Contact Agents _______________________________________________ Agent Troy Thompson 0408 694 917 Olivia Fairweather 0478653447 LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

AUCTION

9 Brodribb Street Wanniassa “Walk right in, sit right down” in this exquisitely

• Solid Ironbark timber flooring

renovated family home designed for a lifetime of

• Designer kitchen with 40mm Caesarstone benchtops

enjoyment.

and integrated french-door fridge

The effect is astonishing, an epic of glamorous

• Under floor heating in ensuite and walk-in robe

interiors of ultimate comfort and luxury.

• Custom walk-in wardrobe to master, built-in robes to

The pleasure of inspection will last forever

765m2

Auction | On Site Saturday 23rd April 10:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Brian McPherson 0401 354 540 brian.mcpherson@ljhooker.com.au

bedroom two and three • Huge garage with remote doors and epoxy flooring

LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

AUCTION

7 McLellan Place Wanniassa Big and bursting with potential, this well loved family home is on the market for the first time in over 30

• Two large living areas across formal lounge and separate family and dining room

years. Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, short

• Two large covered outdoor decks

walk from top schools, it's a rare opportunity to create

• Additional rumpus room with bathroom

your dream home. The huge 937 square metre block

• Ducted gas heating and air conditioning/

offers so many options, while the expansive floor plan gives instant space to the largest of families.

evaporative cooling plus gas fireplace to lounge

Auction | On site Sat, 30th Apr at 1:00pm _______________________________________________ View Contact agent to view _______________________________________________ Agent Dan Cooper 0412 773 938

• Double garage with additional storage area

LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

21 Rubbo Crescent Weston Commanding an elevated position within this highly sought-after Weston locale, with views over Weston the opportunities are endless in this comfortable family home. Designed with the best of family lifestyles in mind, an immediate impression of homeliness, comfort and future memories is felt from the moment you enter the property.

• Large open plan living areas with

reverse cycle heating & cooling unit in the living and 3 bedrooms

• Separate formal lounge room with views

• Family/Rumpus room downstairs with ample storage.

Auction Saturday 23rd April | 10:00am | On Site _______________________________________________ View Contact The Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jane Kusetic 0408 662 119 Emma Robertson 0422 415 008 LJ Hooker Woden/Weston 6288 8888

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This beautiful 34.8 acre (14.11 hectare) property offers peace and tranquility. It is situated in a picture-perfect location surrounded For Sale By negotiation by mature trees with magnificent 360-degree views of mountains in every direction. Inspect

The current owners have just completed a tasteful renovation of this large five bedroom, three bathroom (approx. 230sqm) home. Office Lovingly referred to as 'Floribundah', this Cottage is full of character and charm. Agent

9:30-11am Saturday 9th April Belconnen 6147 3396 Chris Churchill 0417 080 460

Four of the five bedrooms are located in the main home. The clever design incorporates a beautifully modern country kitchen featuring a large island bench and quality appliances. New Listing|

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City & Inner Nth 6248 8310

Coastal 4472 4758

Gungahlin 6241 9444

Manuka 6295 2433

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Tuggeranong 6296 7077

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For the savvy investor, there is no better location than Googong to invest for your portfolio and for your future. The prices since the area was launched less than 10 years ago have proven to show fantastic capital growth – and all this only 5km down the road from Jerrabomberra. The initial master-planned township of Googong covers 780 hectares of former grazing land and will take around 20 years to complete. Around 18,000 people - living in approximately 6,200 dwellings - will one day call Googong home. The Googong master plan creates 5 distinct but connected neighbourhoods, and each neighbourhood will have its own character while still being linked to the wider township - with the hub of activity centred around The Clubhouse. New Listing|

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Inspect

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This well-maintained Defence Housing Australia (DHA) leased property offers two good-sized livings areas with a separate lounge room plus an open plan family/dining room adjacent to the kitchen. The master bedroom, with ensuite bathroom, has built-in robes and is segregated from the other three bedrooms, which also have built-in robes. The kitchen features a gas cooktop and an island bench. Ducted gas heating and evaporative cooling keep residents comfortable all year, despite the season. Outside you'll find a covered timber deck overlooking a fully fenced, private, easy-care yard with established gardens. A secure double garage completes the package. New Listing|

Belconnen 6147 3396

City & Inner Nth 6248 8310

Coastal 4472 4758

Gungahlin 6241 9444

Manuka 6295 2433

Projects 6260 6600

Qbn & Jerrabomberra 6297 0005

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Online 1:30pm Wednesday 27th April

Inspect

By appointment

Office

Manuka 6295 2433

Agent

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Tuggeranong 6296 7077

Weston Cr. & Molonglo 6288 5009

Woden 6282 8686

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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.

× Flexible floorplans with multi-purpose room × Ranging in size from approx. 172–199m2 × Quality finishes and inclusions

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.

× Indoor/Outdoor connectivity with alfresco entertaining

Secure your home with a $1,000 holding deposit today.

× Adjacent to childcare, school and Molonglo Health Hub

× Community facilities incl. playground and BBQs

1800 318 101 | thecrossingatcoombs.com.au Cnr of Madgwick Street and Fred Daly Avenue, Coombs Defence Housing Australia (DHA) and Blewitt Properties do not guarantee, warrant or represent that the information contained in this advertising and marketing material is free from errors or omissions. Any interested parties should make their own enquiries, seek expert advice and review the contract terms. Prices are subject to change without notice.

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These 46 Townhouses all with double garages and internal access are located in the prestigious development of ‘Hilltown’ in the most scenic area of Taylor, opposite open, green fields and only a short walk to the Taylor Primary School. Designed to capture the views and with every convenience included, there is a choice of 3 Bedroom Ensuite Townhouses with double garages or 2 Bedroom Ensuite Townhouses with double garages. Built to a very high standard of inclusions, these Townhouses have double glazed windows and doors throughout; reverse cycle heating and cooling; stone bench tops, dishwasher, gas cook top, ducted out range hood; and the living areas open out to an enclosed courtyard perfect for relaxation and entertaining; provision for future solar installations, NBN ready

Open Sat-Sun 1-3pm or by appointment. DISPLAY SUITE – SUTHERLAND CRES, TAYLOR (opposite playgrounds)

Alex Eimerl | 0409 007 313 | alex@codaestate.com.au

‘Hilltown’ offers everything you would want in a home and is ideally positioned with nature reserves, the Taylor Adventure Playground, restaurants, shops and schools within a short walk. Meticulous attention to detail combining a combination of comfort and convenience, there are 6 different types of floor plans on offer to suit your needs. The selection of 46 Townhouses on offer at ‘Hilltown’ will appeal both to live in owners and investors. Prices for these luxuriously appointed brand new townhouses start from $649,000 EER 7.4

Open Sat-Sun 1-3pm or by appointment. DISPLAY SUITE – SUTHERLAND CRES, TAYLOR (opposite playgrounds)

Alex Eimerl | 0409 007 313 | alex@codaestate.com.au

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128 OUTTRIM AVENUE 4

2 EER

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A fantastic family home with a separate self contained studio, which has separate of internal access, to the rear of the home, perfect for older children, or visiting.

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Four bedrooms plus study and 2 bathrooms are complimented by multiple living spaces and rumpus room.

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Two decks at the front of the home, including of a private deck off the main bedroom capturing the northerly aspect and views of ACT’s beloved foothills.

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The tasteful landscaping at both the front and rear of the home is practical and inviting, with the backyard fully fenced by new colour bond fencing it provides a safe space for kids or pets.

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Looking for a new home in 2022? Brand new 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments at Marigal Gardens. An established community exclusive to over 55’s.

Hurry, over 50% sold in Building 1. Building 2 now for sale Display Suite open | www.marigalgardens.com.au | 1300 884 784 Renders are for illustrative purposes only. Details are correct at time of printing and subject to change. February 2022.

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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Trades & Services Guide BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

CRANE HIRE & CAR REMOVAL

CLEANING SERVICE

ALEXANDER CRANE’S

OUR SERVICES Bathroom & laundry renovations Project management • plumbing Installations • blocked drains Leaking taps & toilets • gasfitting Hot water units • drainage

Residential & Commercial cleaning Weekly/Fortnightly/Monthly cleaning End of lease cleaning Office cleaning Carpet steam & Oven cleaning Window cleaning Emergency cleaning Upholstery & Airbnb cleaning Construction cleaning / after building

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Mark Summerfield LICENSED PLUMBER

0432 597 029

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ins.tacleaning /Insta-Cleaning-Services info@instacleaning.com.au

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CARPENTERS & JOINERS • Home renovations • Project management & consultancy • Maintenance • Decks & pergolas • Custom built joinery • Flat pack assembly & installation

CALL OR EMAIL MATTHEW 0450 455 707 mkmcarpentry.building@gmail.com

FULLY INSURED

CARPENTER • Renovation & Repairs • All Home Improvements incl. Plastering • Decks & Pergolas • Extensions • Fully Qualified

Call or Email Daniel teksaw@yahoo.com.au

0404 490 460

CARPET SERVICE E! PERFORMANC T E P R A C T R E P EX pairs

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Cash for old trucks, motorcycles, machinery, cars.

Servicing the ACT for the last 17 years with a perfect safety record

COMPUTER SYSTEMS

CALL ANDREW on 0427 545 613

Laptop and desktop repairs

DECKS

Supply new and used laptops and desktop computers

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ELECTRICAL

CARPET LAYING

Free battery/car parts pickup service

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Removal of scrap cars

Car removal services included cash for unwanted cars and difficult access removal

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Delivery of building materials. Also lifting everything from boats to pianos

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Nuckel boom crane hire for Airconditioner lifts to rooftops at competitive rates

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PRIME PRIME ONE ELECTRICAL ELECTRICAL

89% of readers will use a tradie in the next 12 months.

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ACT license No. 2018491

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small job specialist • LED light upgrades meterboard/switchboard upgrades smoke detector service • installations reports • extra power points • lights

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Trades & Services Guide GARDENING

GUTTER CLEANING

HANDYMAN

NSW Trade No. 350955C ABN: 44 661 353 116

HANDY MAN & CONTRACTOR

We are still operating and observing Social Distancing

Local small company offering construction and garden services throughout the Canberra region.

Pergola repairs

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company you can trust

A WELL MAINTAINED GARDEN ADDS VALUE TO A PROPERTY

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LAWNS & TURF

Even the magpies think it’s real...

High pressure washing Patios, Driveways Paved areas Paths

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And so much more….

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Quality

Lawn Mowing•Pruning•Trimming•Weeding•Rubbish removal Gutter cleaning•Mulching •All maintenance Fully equipped INSURED-Guaranteed. Well presented after completion.

Work

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Synthetic grass stays green all year round Easy low maintenance & water free Family owned business with 14 years experience Landscaping & paving services available Australian made product

Call David 0410 682 457 Or Nancy 0410 081 771 CW0348

For ALL your gardening needs. Covering all suburbs.

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• Custom Made Jewelry • Jewelry Repair & Alterations • Medical Alert Jewelry

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Flyscreen, gyprock repairs & pergola roofs Painting Deck cleaning & staining Window cleaning

Al Gardner

daylight_artistry

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Kaushik Makwana

Garden Cleanup Qualified Horticulturist Rubbish Removal CALL: 0430 582 821 Gutter Cleaning Free no obligation quotes Regular Maintenance Fully insured Customer service from a Commercial or Domestic

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JEWELLERY

HANDYMAN

EZY PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

0449 898 527

Proud installer of

All areas Free estimates

GARDEN MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWING GENERAL CLEAN UP RUBBISH REMOVAL REGULAR or CASUAL SERVICES ALL SUBURBS FULLY INSURED

10% Pensioner discounts

(02) 6280 9901

0421 193 553

Call Peter on 0419 289 886 peter.wurth@hotmail.com

Mowing & Edging Pruning & Mulching Hedge Trimming Weed Control Fertilisation

Premier Dealer for

We create ART with daylight!

The gutter vacuum specialist

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WE MAKE IT EASY FOR YOU

SKYLIGHTS

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• Mowing / Edging • Gutter Cleaning • Pruning / Odd jobs • Tree Services • Rubbish Removal • Small landscaping

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Garden & Tree Services

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luis.painter@hotmail.com (02) 6140 1317 | 0404605687 or 0406525842

Gutter Clean

Baya’s Backyard

Plumber Specialising in Private Home

Free Quotes | No job too big or too small Guarantee jobs done

ANY HEIGHT - OH & S COMPLIANT

NSW Trade Licenced, Qualified and National Police Checked

Fence Repairs Roofing & Gutters Cleaning

All Canberra areas 10% Pensioners discount

Want clean gutters? Want clear downpipes? Want safe work practices? “Clean. Safe….Easy”

Contact Tim 0408 869 224

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Painting & Plastering Tiling

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LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION AND GARDEN SERVICES

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Roo� Paintin� General Repairs

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Trades & Services Guide PAINTING

With 10 years experience, we’re the ones you’ve been looking for. Seniors discount available.

Seniors discounts

Phone: 0458 786 727

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MECHANICS

ABN: 39617453237

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ROOFING

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PAINTING

Leaking Taps

Toilet Repairs

Blocked Drains

Gasﬁtting

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LEAKING OR IN

Call us for an obligation free quote:

NEED OF REPAIR?

IN YOUR ROOF

• Roof repairs • New roofs Call us for an obligation free quote: • Extensions • Roof repairs • Re-roofs • Re-roofs • Gutters cleaned • New roofs • Gutters cleaned • Ridge-capping • Extensions • Ridge-capping

Blocked Drains Gas Fitting Burst Pipes Bathroom Renovations Roofing/Guttering

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YEARS EX FULLY PERIENCE INSURED Lic. No. 252 440C

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RUBBISH REMOVALS

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Skip Hire (2, 3, 4.5, 6, 8)m3 Google Service Rating ABN 13 552 013 712

Phone: 0412 571 575

Plumbing Lic 2013728 ABN: 53193588524

TILING

LOCAL TILING ACT

A L L H A N DYM A N S E RV I C E S ALL WORK GUARANTEED

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HOUSE TO HOME

 Ready for Sale  Renovations/ Insurance Work  Downsizing or Relocating

PLUMBING & GASFITTING

Monteleone Car Works & Metal Fabrication

Ph: 02 6241 0222 Mobile: 0438 469 138

Painting

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Locks changed & keyed the same ‘Locked out’ service Dead locks & window locks supplied & fitted Keys made to locks & locks repaired Screen door locks, repaired and replaced Servicing domestic & commercial clients

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Need to Pack Up your Property?

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All suburbs

For all your tiling needs:

Bathroom, Laundry and Kitchen tiling Walls and floors tiling Bathroom Renovations No job too big or small Water proofing shower leaks

Call Alex today 0475 000 528

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Over 30 years experience securing the Canberra Community

REMOVALISTS

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LOCKSMITHS

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UPHOLSTERY

Sometimes in today’s modern world we can forget the beauty in artisanal craftsmanship. Get in touch to start your dream project today. ✓ Re-Upholstery & Restorations ✓ Custom-Made Furniture ✓ Commercial Fit-Outs ✓ Bedheads and Wall Upholstery Call or email us today! 0422 073 665 / 6181 3511 toni@twinstitchupholstery.com.au

WINDOW CLEANING

Monarch Window Cleaning

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PAINTING I studied painting at the ANU Art School, and while it has remained a hobby (that I wish I could do more), making and creating has always been a passion. There is something special about seeing an image in your mind take shape on a canvas.

CUPCAKES Yup - they are delicious, and they are adorable. Cupcakes take the cake in my treat preference. The best cupcakes in Canberra are hands down made by @sugarplumfairy_cakes – seriously, do yourself a favour and grab a cupcake or 12 from her new shop front in Giralang.

FASHION

Photo Michael Yore

I am a serial over dresser at every occasion. Constantly inspired by my fashionista best friend @miss.goodytwoshoes, there is something about a good outfit that makes me feel confident, happy and empowered.

RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE

My favourite things

Mim Rizvi was born and raised in Canberra, studying at Lyneham High School, Radford College and then Australian National University. After graduating, Mim made her way to Brent Street in Sydney to study Musical Theatre full time. She then toured nationally in a series of Australian plays before founding The Beanies with performer friends Laura Dawson and Michael Yore. Together, the trio have achieved a Podcast Award (2018), an ARIA Nomination (2019), and are now regulars on ABC Kids TV and iView. Mim has also spent time at the Sydney Opera House working in publicity as well as encouraging other female business owners in her work with the Accelerator for Enterprising Women.

THE BEANIES YOUTUBE CHANNEL The Beanies YouTube chanel is like stepping back in time for me. I love seeing the evolution of our group from five years ago filming clips on our phone and editing on the fly to our fully polished green screen animation clips. There are also live stream concerts filmed in lockdown and behind-the-scenes footage from some of our favourite shows. Go check it out and hit that red subscribe button while you’re there (thanks!).

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The Beanies co-founder and performer

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For anyone who isn’t familiar with Rupaul’s Drag Race - it’s not about cars. It’s kind of a crossover of Project Runway with America’s Next Top Model but then add GLITTER! This show is my go-to when I’m down and out and I certainly clocked a lot of hours in front of it during lockdown. Drag is about not conforming to norms and being your true self no matter when anyone else thinks. Even as a straight female, the show has lessons for all. In fact, I often find myself saying RuPaul quotes when we meet a setback in our Beanie business life, like “A winner is a dreamer who never gives up”.

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