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contents It’s the first week of May already! The autumn leaves continue to colour and fall, the days are getting shorter and the mornings crisper, Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and the federal election is coming, as is winter. For many, Mother’s Day is a time of joy, while for others it conjures heartache, for all kinds of reasons. I’m grateful that my mum has overcome a significant health challenge and is still with us, though too far away in Queensland; and that I’m a mum of two happy and healthy adult offspring. When it comes to the upcoming election, I find it vexing that truth in political advertising is not legislated at the federal level. When it’s time for you to cast your vote, I urge you to be informed, do your own research, connect the dots, and don’t take anything at face value – particularly a message on a corflute! Reasons to be grateful this past week include stellar occasions at opening nights of Six the Musical at Canberra Theatre on Wednesday and Free-Rain Theatre’s Priscilla, Queen of the Desert at The Q on Thursday, the creaky-gate call of Gang-gang cockatoos echoing across the neighbourhood, redeeming a gift card for a muchneeded therapeutic massage on Sunday, long walks in the sunshine, and loving mums and mother-figures everywhere. Take care,

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MDC ambassador beats second bout of cancer in lockdown On the 25th anniversary of the Mother’s Day Classic (MDC), which returns to Parkes Way in Canberra on Sunday 8 May, CW sat down with a local patron of Australia’s largest annual charity fun run. Canberra mum Erin Sorensen may be just one of 1.5 million MDC runners and walkers, but her survival story is like no other. “I first heard of the MDC before I had my kids; I did it with my mum a couple of times just for fun.” Erin was six months pregnant with her third child when she started waking up in the middle of the night with cracked, bleeding nipples. “It was the middle of Canberra winter, so doctors were saying it was probably eczema, dry skin. I wasn’t concerned at all at that stage.” Erin’s daughter was born in September, and the symptom continued in flux. Her nipple inverted, milk wouldn’t come out of the breast, and the cracking and bleeding continued. “I kind of gave up and just fed her off the other side and even through all of that, I saw a dermatologist, a lactation consultant, the GP, everyone said it was eczema.” A whole year passed. “It was my daughter’s first birthday and suddenly, the lump appeared, down the bottom of my breast. Hard, like a marble.” Erin was only 33 at the time. “It took 16 months to diagnose, which is crazy.” “I had a mastectomy. I was like, ‘Just get rid of it. I’ve had my kids.’ I didn’t want any more kids. Just take it off. “So, they took it off. And then I had chemo, and that was terrible. I’d say that was the worst part of it, losing my hair, my eyebrows and eyelashes, looking in the mirror and 4

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not recognising who I see, but the story doesn’t end there. I would have chemo a second time. “My cancer came back. At the start of 2020, just before COVID hit. Two years ago, this April actually. This little lump appeared, like a tiny mosquito bite. Then there were two right next to each other, hard little bumps. I didn’t think anything of it. “One day, my physio, who had been working on a sore shoulder, felt those lumps and told me that with my history, I should get it checked out. “I freaked out, went to the doctor. Got another ultrasound, did another biopsy and again, it came back as cancer. I was like, ‘Are you serious?’ I couldn’t believe it. “Oh, I was so scared. COVID was just starting, and everyone was crazy shopping. We were about to go into lockdown, and I was in the Erindale Woolies with my trolley when I got the call from my GP. “She said, ‘Has anyone spoken to you yet about your results?’ And I said, ‘No…’ And she said, ‘I think you better come in.’ “And I just burst into tears. Burst into tears. I just left the trolley there and walked out to call my husband. “It’s a funny story, actually. I went to see her right away, and afterwards I went back to the Woolies because I had to get food – we were about to go into lockdown! And my trolley was still sitting there with all the food in it, just waiting for me to carry on.” The results of Erin’s full-body PET scan were shocking. “It was everywhere. I had spots in my liver. My left shoulder was cancer. I’d been seeing the physio because it was sore, when actually the cancer had eaten away half my bone. “My arm was about to snap. I have this awesome photo and it’s like a shark had just come up and

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eaten a side of it. “I had spots in my lungs, they found a spot on my brain. It was in all the locations where cancer spreads, I had it everywhere.” Erin was terrified, and the weeks following were a blur of doctors’ visits. “I ended up having a full shoulder replacement, I can’t lift that arm up anymore. “Two years later – how crazy is that? – I’m pretty good. I had the chemo again, which was hell again, and at the end of the chemo, I was pretty much all clear. “I get scans every three months for little bits that pop up, and I think that will be ongoing. “I still have drug treatments every three weeks, which I have to go into hospital to get … but other than that, I live such a normal life. Which I find so odd.” Today, Erin works an office job Monday to Thursday, scheduling her treatments while her children are in school. “I feel really well. But then it’s like there’s this other side of life.

“I live really healthy now, I eat as clean as I can. Food is such a big thing, bigger than we think it is. All those things that they tell you to do to stay healthy and well, that so many of us are just like ‘oh yeah’ – food, exercise, sunlight, they’re so important.” This year, Erin’s three children are walking the MDC with her. She reminisced on her first MDC postdiagnosis. “I was in the middle of chemo, coming towards the end of treatment. I remember it was a wet rainy day, but I was like, ‘I’m not missing this’. “Heaps of family and friends came, and I actually got pushed around in a wheelchair for half of it because I was so weak,” she smiled. “It was a terrible day really, drizzly and we had our umbrellas out. But at the same time, it was amazing, because I had all that support and love there.” To register for MDC and walk for yourself or a family member, head to mothersdayclassic.com.au – Anja de Rozario

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When you hear business, think people You might be surprised to learn that there are more than 31,000 businesses – bona fide, actively trading companies – here in Canberra. If so, you’re not alone. We’re still thought of as a government bubble by many Canberrans, and so who can blame the rest of Australia for thinking the same. The public sector is critical to our city’s history and future. This is the seat of Australian government, after all, and the home of the Australian Public Service. Yet, the reality is that the private sector is where the jobs are. Private businesses provide almost two thirds of the ACT’s employment, translating into around 150,000 jobs in business and 85,000 in the public sector. This statistic surprises most people, including our politicians.

It also means that when we think about what our children might study and where they might work, there is an ever-growing array of exciting opportunities in amazing world-leading companies right here at home. This is an entrepreneurial city. The number of businesses grew by around 1,800 over 12 months, quite an achievement in a pandemic. That business growth rate was the highest of any state or territory in the country. Sadly, our businesses also have the lowest long-term survival rate in the country and within five years, only 62.5 per cent of new enterprises are still trading. We’re not just talking about coffee shops and cafés; Canberra businesses are a rich mix of companies, sizes, and industry sectors. Most of the new and growing

businesses here are “micro” or small enterprises employing fewer than 20 people. At last count, there are only 40 Canberra businesses with over 200 staff. When we read or hear about business in the media, it is important to understand that these are not faceless corporations. Those 31,000 companies represent someone’s passion; to make food, cut hair, or to take a cutting-edge new technology to a global market. These are people who took a risk, and often a family’s savings, and sometimes a family home, are put on the line to pursue that passion. I know business owners who have been hit hard over the past two years, again and again, by events they could never have predicted. Imagine two years of your salary constantly being reduced or

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removed, and little certainty about what might happen next. I marvel at their tenacity and often worry about their mental health. Over the same period, others I know have grown from 10 to 100 employees and are managing huge challenges trying to find staff and supplies so they can meet demand. So, when you hear business, think people. People who pursue a passion, take risks to make a dream a reality, deliver goods and services to the rest of us, drive a vision to shake up a global industry and create the jobs – and the city – of the future.

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Life experience essential for a successful politician A word of advice to the PM. You look like losing this election and, to have any chance, you need to allow people like your candidate for Warringah, Katherine Deves, to get out there, go to every event possible and sprout her message that women and girls’ sport is for women and girls. Many Australians support this basic commonsense view and it’s totally counterproductive, now you have preselected her, to have second thoughts and wrap such a good candidate in cottonwool. The lady will win you lots of votes, not only in her electorate but in mainstream Australia – and mate, do you need votes now! This brings me back to the ACT and I have noted over the years a propensity for all major parties – ALP, Liberals and Greens – to put up candidates for election with little real-life experience, like political staffers, union reps and policy advisers, etc. Sure, some are very talented but candidates with experience in real work outside the political bubble and with life in general tend to be able to hit the ground running from day one.

Many of our former PMs had varied life and work experiences. Ben Chifley was a train driver, John Curtin a journalist, Bob Menzies a barrister, John Gorton ex RAAF fighter pilot and farmer. Menzies, Curtin, and Chifley are regarded by most Australians as our best PMs. The three main contenders for the seat of Canberra – the ALP’s Alicia Payne ALP, the Greens’ Tim Hollo, and Liberals’ Slade Minson – are as good a cross-section of candidates as you would get these days. I hear they are all nice people. Alicia Payne is odds-on to win. Her background is as a former researcher and policy adviser. Tim Hollo is an academic (academics tend to be not very practical politicians - just look at Gough Whitlam’s deputy, the late Jim Cairns). To Tim’s credit, he is also a musician - that’s a plus. Liberal candidate Slade Minson has been in Canberra for 30 years and has worked in the private sector for 30 years, mainly in property industry jobs, and for the last 13 years has worked as a sales consultant with Francis Properties in Kingston. When I first met him

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Despite being one of the ACT’s oldest residential areas, Canberra’s historic village of Hall has gone 140 years without a stormwater drainage system. A longstanding issue for residents, it has come to a head in the past 18 months with wetter than usual conditions eroding the village’s unsealed laneways and causing property damage. Current government advice for Hall residents is to direct stormwater drainage to the laneways, and, in some cases, into the existing street drainage system that services 55 per cent of the village. After numerous requests over the past 20 years, the Hall Progress Association is calling on the ACT Government to work with them to find a long-term solution. Association president, Robert

Yallop, said the village has evolved organically, with basic infrastructure lagging behind Canberra’s suburban development. “It’s simply a matter of establishing the same basic infrastructure and basic services that exist everywhere else,” he said. In 2002, the ACT Government’s Hall Master Plan identified issues with storm water drainage and the erosion of laneways, recommending an appropriate improvement program be established. “The only responses have been effectively band-aid,” Mr Yallop said. In January, the Hall Progress Association wrote to Minister for Transport and City Services, Chris Steel, about the matter. In March, the ACT Government responded by regrading Hall’s laneways.

Mr Yallop said that work was undertaken without any consultation and has already proved insufficient, with the regraded laneways eroding in the interim. An ACT Government spokesperson told Canberra Weekly many aspects of Hall’s infrastructure are subject to protections under the Heritage Act. “These protections include the requirement to maintain existing laneways as trafficable areas for vehicles and/or pedestrians, without kerbing and with unsealed surfaces,” they said. Mr Yallop said Hall’s heritage values can be maintained while properly managing the issue. “There are already sewerage lines that run up those laneways … so one could imagine it’s not difficult to put in stormwater pipes with various

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openings, grates, and drains, etc.” The spokesperson said they have “committed to investigate infrastructure upgrades or additional maintenance works” that comply with heritage requirements. “We welcome continued consultation with the Village of Hall and District Progress Association and the broader community who live and work in the area,” they said. - Denholm Samaras

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Riding to MCG for rare ovarian cancer research It takes eight gruelling days across mountainous terrain to ride a bicycle 900km from Parliament House in Canberra to the Melbourne Cricket Ground. But Peter Reaburn is filled with hope as he clips on his helmet and begins the trek in honour of his wife, Claire, who is fighting a rare form of ovarian cancer. Claire Reaburn is the oldest person in the world to have been diagnosed with Juvenile Granulosa Cell Tumor (JGCT), a rare ovarian cancer that is typically found in young females. The youngest in Australia to be diagnosed with the unusual cancer was just 11 months old. “Claire and I had always lived a healthy life – fit, exercised, not overweight, ate healthy, never smoked, not big drinkers. We thought we’d live a long, healthy life,” says Peter. “Then Claire started getting a bloated stomach and some other symptoms that we thought we should check out, and they found a tumour the size of a softball on her left ovary.

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When they did a partial hysterectomy, they found it was JGCT, and our journey began.” Since JGCT is so extremely rare, there’s very little research surrounding the cancer, and Peter decided he was going to do something about it. “I said ‘let’s take this head on and beat the bastard’. So, I thought let’s see if we can get a ride together and raise some funds and awareness,” Peter smiled. Gathering a group of friends, fellow riders, and contacting Rare Ovarian Cancer Incorporated (ROC), the Ride4Research initative was up and cycling. The aim for the ride is to raise $125,000 for rare ovarian cancer research at the Hudson Institute of Medical Research, but Peter said he’ll be disappointed if they don’t reach $150,000. “Reaching our goal will mean we can make a contribution to the Hudson Institute who are leading the world in researching ovarian cancer.

The ROC Ride 4 Research cyclists, Peter Reaburn, Mike Dalton, and Lee-Ann Dalton (no relation to Mike) are aiming to raise $150,000 for rare ovarian cancer research. Image supplied.

It means a lot to me,” he said. “This ride is 100 per cent a team effort and it’s going to be a success because of everyone here.” - Abbey Halter The ROC Ride 4 Research is on from 1 to 8 May; rocinc.org.au/ride-for-research/ Read an extended version of this story online.

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Andrea hosts Biggest Morning Tea for friend lost to cancer Canberra grandmother Andrea Hookway is hosting her first Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea this year, in honour of her good friend Lee who passed away last year after her battle with bowel and liver cancer. Andrea had often thought about hosting a Biggest Morning Tea event to raise funds for the Cancer Council, and after sitting one day feeling the loss of her friend, decided that this year she would. The last weekend in May is a special time for Andrea and Lee, who share birthdays just two days apart – this year they would have been 75 together. “It would have been her birthday that weekend,” Andrea says, mentioning that Lee’s daughters and grandchildren will also be attending her Biggest Morning Tea event. “It is very important to not only get your regular scans, but also see your doctor when you feel like you may need a check-up in between,” Andrea said of Lee’s insistence to her doctor for a colonoscopy

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between her scheduled check-ups. This year, Andrea plans to host several Biggest Morning Tea sittings across the week leading up to and the weekend of this shared special day. “It has inspired me to sort out my lounge room,” says Andrea as she is set to host groups of six to eight at the end of May in different sittings for her different groups of friends including family, and friends from school and work. “It means that there will be more chance to talk to everyone,” she says of the sittings-style event. “I’ll cater for them and have asked that all they bring is their donations. “When you think of all the people you know who have had cancer, you do think about how lucky you are, and how this is a way to give back.” Andrea starts to count on her hand, mentioning her mother, aunt, uncle and cousin amongst those she has lost to cancer, with another four friends having gone through breast cancer, too.

A Canberra resident since 1962, Andrea Hookway is hosting her first Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea this year in honour of a good friend who died last year from bowel and liver cancer.

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Local woman doesn’t let Parkinson’s get her down

Del Boundy, 64, spends every Saturday with her grandchildren, who she says are great company, along with her fur-grandchild, Addie. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

“Sometimes I think to myself ‘why am I so bloody cheerful?’,” says Delwyn Boundy, 64, who has been “profoundly disabled” since surgery at 36 left her learning how to walk again. Noticing a significant tremor at the beginning of the pandemic, Del flagged the symptom with her doctors and was told it was anxiety, or there was no real reason for it, or it was because of her spinal issues. Progressively becoming worse, Del was eventually diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. “Some of my friends say it [Parkinson’s] is not just tedious, it’s also insidious, because if you’re lying in bed and in the right position, you think you’re great, but as soon as you step up you feel like you’re 110,” Del says.

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“The shuffling and the postural stuff and just getting around in general can be really painful, especially in late-stage Parkinson’s. A lot of people get discouraged because they’re in pain and they’re not responding to the medication. “When the pain isn’t relieved, some people give up.” Del is still in the early stages of Parkinson’s, and says her doctor considers her to be doing “pretty well” thanks to her exercise regime, strength training, and activities with Parkinson’s ACT. “I actually found a notice in the Canberra Weekly for a Parkinson’s choir. I went along to see if it would work for me and they’re such an optimistic group,” Del smiles. “They get there on Monday mornings and it’s so nice to see people who get absorbed into the singing.” With a cheeky nature and rarely seen without a grin, Del mostly remains optimistic, but admits there are dark pockets of her illnesses she falls victim to at times. “Incontinence is just crap – it really is. To be 36 and have three kids, one in primary school and the others a bit older, it was just horrific. I had to learn how to walk and balance again, which is still a real issue,” Del says. “I frequently fall, but balance and strength training when you have Parkinson’s is the key to getting that under control. “Doctors will generally write ‘this woman is highly motivated and is very cheerful’, and I just think you should see me at 4am and I’m not freaking cheerful then! But I think that the encouragement from the Parkinson’s ACT organisation helps. Del sympathises with her

fellow Parkinson’s sufferers, and says the disease can be isolating, but finding strength in numbers helps to keep depression at bay. “The men and women I’ve met with Parkinson’s ACT are a resilient mob. You don’t get a break with Parkinson’s … it’s full on, but I’ve improved so much on my medications,” she says. While research into Parkinson’s has progressed in leaps and bounds since its discovery, there is still very little known about what causes the disease. Aiming to crack its genetic code, researchers are undertaking a ground-breaking study to assist in identifying genetic factors that influence the risk of developing Parkinson’s. Named the Australian Parkinson’s Genetics Study (APGS), it is set to contribute towards the largest study of Parkinson’s ever embarked upon – the Global Parkinson’s Genetic Program. Del has put her hand up to be a part of the study, as both her father and her grandfather lived with Parkinson’s, and she wants to know if her children are likely to be predisposed to the disease. “My dad has already passed, and I thought I’d actually like to know more about Parkinson’s and whether my children are susceptible,” says Del. “We all go sometime, but preparation is the key to help tackle any illness.” - Abbey Halter To sign up to the Australian Parkinson’s Genetic Study, or to find out more information, visit www.qimrberghofer.edu.au/ apgs/ Read an extended version of this story online.

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Tuggeranong masters of the pool win gold Fun, friendship and fitness is the motto at Tuggeranong Vikings Masters Swimming Club, and they’re all smiles after kicking their way to victory at the recent Masters National Championships. Canberra’s oldest competitor was 78-year-old Michael Peedom, who scored a stash of medals and proved to all that age is simply a number. Although Mr Peedom was a young chap compared to some of the competitors, including a 95-year-old woman from Sydney. Head coach and competitor Anne Smyth says for a little Canberra club to outscore powerhouses from Sydney and Melbourne is a massive achievement. “It’s very exciting for us! We grabbed lots of participation

points which enabled us to be the top scoring club. It was a huge achievement and we’ve never seen anything like this before – it usually goes to Sydney and Melbourne teams,” Anne smiles. “We won 79 individual medals and 10 relay medals, and of those, 26 were individual gold and four were relay golds.” Caz Makin, another coach for the club, also competed and says the level of talent was high – there were even Olympians taking part. “Some people think Masters is just a bunch of old hacks swimming along, but there’s some pretty spectacular top swimmers at exceptionally high standards,” Caz says. “Some even compete at World Championships or Open Nationals.”

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Both avid childhood swimmers, Anne and Caz dived back into the pool as adults, and say it’s one of the best things they’ve ever done for themselves. “I’m not boasting, but we do swim at fairly high levels. We both won two golds among other medals, but I just love the feeling of competing – I was addicted within three months,” laughs Caz. The swimmers span in age from

people in their 30s to their late 70s, and Anne says there’s a wide range of experience. “If you know how to swim, you can come along and join. We have about 80 members, and not everyone competes, and some would have no intention of it. They just come down and swim,” she says. - Abbey Halter Read an extended version of this story online.

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At a glance Brumbies keep rolling with win over ‘Canes A breathtaking Rob Valetini try has helped the Brumbies take down a Kiwi opponent for a second straight week, knocking off the Hurricanes 42-25 at GIO Stadium on Sunday 1 May. Valetini’s 33rd-minute classic came after he kicked the ball from his own half, burned off two Hurricanes opponents and finished off with his outstretched hand, giving his side a lead they would blow out in a huge second half. The win improves the Brumbies to 9-1 for the Super Rugby Pacific season, with an impressive 2-0 start to their schedule facing Kiwi sides.

Raiders fade, Wighton banned The Canberra Raiders’ miserable start to the season has continued with a controversial 21-20 loss to

the Warriors that saw star fiveeighth Jack Wighton suspended for two matches for a dangerous throw on Reece Walsh. After leading 20-12 at half time, the Raiders failed to score in the second half for the fifth time this season to drop their fifth straight game. The Raiders host the Bulldogs at GIO Stadium on Friday 6 May.

Giants back at Manuka The Giants will return Canberra this weekend full of confidence after a 59-point win over the Crows in Adelaide. It was a dominant performance from start to finish with Toby Greene (four goals) and Josh Kelly (41 touches) the main destroyers for GWS. The Giants now return to Manuka Oval to take on the Geelong Cats on Saturday evening, 7 May.

WIN! Operation Mincemeat film passes It’s 1943. The Allies are determined to break Hitler’s grip on occupied Europe, and plan an all-out assault on Sicily; but they face an impossible challenge - how to protect a massive invasion force from potential massacre. It falls to two remarkable intelligence officers, Ewen Montagu and Charles Cholmondeley to dream the most inspired and improbable disinformation strategy of the war. Operation Mincemeat (M) is the extraordinary and true story of an idea that hoped to alter the course of the war defying logic, risking countless thousands of lives, and testing the nerves of its creators to breaking point. In cinemas 12 May. CW has 10 x Operation Mincemeat (M) in-season double passes to be won.

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GIVIT seeks gardening equipment GIVIT is working with a trusted charity to facilitate a valuable outdoor community project. This organisation is seeking donations of quality pre-loved or new gardening tools and equipment to provide yard maintenance and clean up for those in need in the community. Items including lawn mowers, whipper snippers, rakes, gardening hand tools, gardening gloves, as well as first aid kits, will enable teams of volunteers to attend to the backyards and gardens of vulnerable individuals and families. It is a rewarding way for community members to provide support to others, while benefiting the daily lives and wellbeing of those in need. GIVIT is calling on generous Canberrans to donate quality pre-loved and new items or funds (to assist with the purchase of gardening tools) for this valuable community project. To donate or fund, visit givit.org.au/whats-needed, search Category: ‘Garden and Outdoor; Location: ‘ACT’. After you pledge the item, you will be contacted by the relevant organisation to arrange pick-up, post or drop-off.

Bruno Groening Circle of Friends A free information lecture on Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the Teaching of Bruno Groening on Sunday 15 May 11am at Weston Creek Community Centre. With the growing awareness of holistic medicine, the possibility for healing on the spiritual path is finding increasing attention even in professional circles. Admission free; donations are appreciated. More info: Linley on 0402 248 391.

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Stalls: cakes, sweets, books, plants, barbecue, children’s’ activities, ‘S’ stall, curries, light lunches and morning teas, trash and treasure, and crafts, as well as our famous Mothers’ Day gift basket on Saturday 7 May 9am-1.30pm at Christchurch Hawker, corner Beetaloo Street and Belconnen Way. All welcome. More info: 0428 266 658.

Bush dance classes The Monaro Folk Society presents a term of bush dance classes, on Monday nights 8-10pm starting 2 May. Learn Strip the Willow, Pride of Erin, Barn Dance, Virginia Reel and other favourite bush dances, plus many more, all to live music. Suitable for all level of dancers, and ages from 12 up, our experienced callers will teach the basics while you enjoy dances from Australia’s heritage. Cost: $8 per session, half price for full-time students, free for Under 18s. Proof of at least double Covid vaccination must be provided. More info: www.monarofolk.org.au

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The English in Australia The English in Australia (TEA) meets on the first and third Saturday 10.30am each month at the Southern Cross Club in Woden. Everyone is made welcome no matter their nationality. More info: call 0427 320 542 or 4845 1226. On Saturday 7 May, Dr Brad Tucker, an astrophysicist and cosmologist, will be speaking about Space 2.0.

Dance for Sick Kids Calling all movers and shakers, it’s time to get your dancing shoes on, as registrations are now open for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) national Dance for Sick Kids fundraiser in May. This sevenday dance challenge will get you moving and grooving from Monday 23 to Sunday 29 May. All funds raised will support families staying at Ronald McDonald Houses around Australia. With free access to 1000+ on-demand dance classes for the month of May, Dance for Sick Kids welcomes everyone to get moving and grooving for a good cause. Registrations are now open via www.danceforsickkids.com

Country Women’s Association CWA Canberra Day Branch: Cancer Council Afternoon Tea in High Tea theme on Friday 3 June 1pm at our Club rooms at 8 Barry Drive, Canberra, and a guest speaker talking about seniors support. RSVP by 27 May to our secretary Terry via cwacanberra@gmail.com CWA Queanbeyan Evening: The next meeting is on Tuesday 10 May 7pm at the Women’s Bowling Club, Queanbeyan. Dinner prior to the meeting will be from 6pm across the road at Campbell & George. More info: email branch president Nicole via cwaqebsecretary@gmail.com

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Australian Red Cross Queanbeyan Branch raises funds for Australian Red Cross through raffles and trade tables. Find something lovely, buy a raffle ticket and contribute to the work of Australian Red Cross. Branch meetings for triple Covid-vaccinated members and prospective members are held on the third Wednesday of the month from 2pm at the Queanbeyan Women’s Bowls Club, Campbell St. BYO mug for a Covid-safe cuppa afterwards. Trade tables and raffle tickets operate at: Riverside Plaza, second Thursday of the month from 10am; Queanbeyan Park Market (weather permitting) Queanbeyan Central Park, third Sunday of the month from 9am; and Karabar Mall last Saturday of the month 10am-2pm.

VIEW Club Canberra City: The next meeting is on Wednesday 11 May 11.30am at Yowani Country Club, Lyneham. Guest speaker: Caroline Brayshaw from Angel Flight who assists patients requiring additional needs. More info: email viewgr8club@gmail.com Queanbeyan Evening: The next meeting is on Wednesday 18 May 6pm at Vanilla Pod Café, Riverside Plaza Queanbeyan. Cost: $35 for two-course meal. Guest speaker: Peter Stewart, philatelist. Guests welcome. RSVP to Sue on 0448 427 237 by Sunday 15 May.

Sharing the Joy of Languages Competition for students in the ACT region from preschool to Year 12. Make a two-minute video using a language you speak in the family or are learning at school. Free to enter. Cash prizes. Three categories: Preschool–Year 2, Years 3–6, and Years 7–12. Be creative and tell us about a game or sport that you enjoy or share a fun story. Organised by the ACT Bilingual Education Alliance with support from an ACT Government grant. More details at actbilingual.weebly.com/news.html or email canberrabilingual@gmail.com canberraweekly.com.au

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Healthy apple berry breakfast crumble Serves 4 | Prep 20 mins | Cook 20 mins 4 apples, cored and sliced 200g strawberries, sliced 200g blackberries 2 oranges, juice, and zest

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foods at least once a week, and one in five eat them most days. For one in every four babies who eat ready-made foods, these products make up most or all of their diet. The main reason parents choose ready-made foods is convenience (92 per cent), and the majority (53 per cent) believe the content of commercial ready-made food products for infants and toddlers is strongly regulated by government to ensure it is nutritionally sound. But this is not the case in Australia, where regulations on baby food are limited, and there no specific regulations for toddler products. “We also found that 73 per cent of parents believe that ready-made baby and toddler foods provide good nutrition for their children, particularly because a lot of them are marketed as natural and healthy, which can be misleading,” said Dr Anthea Rhodes, paediatrician and poll director. “This is a really concerning finding. These foods often contain high levels of harmful sugars, which can affect a child’s taste preferences for life and put them at risk of ongoing high sugar intake.” Dr Rhodes said. “Parents deserve to know what’s really in these products, without food manufacturers confusing them and using marketing depicting ready-made foods as healthier than they are.”

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Participating Canberra glass artist Kirstie Rea’s work, Complacent Complicity, is a provocative glass sculpture with a strong environmental message. Photos: Kerrie Brewer.

Glassworks artistic director, Aimee Frodsham, said Upending Expectations: Contemporary Glass features an array of artistic techniques that are thematically tied together.

Upending Expectations explores the versatility of glass The Canberra Glassworks’ highly anticipated group exhibition, Upending Expectations: Contemporary Glass, is now open some four years after it was first announced. Originally slated to open in 2020, the two-year delay proved serendipitous for the exhibition, with 2022 being the International Year of Glass. Curated by Frances Lindsay AM, former Deputy Director at the National Gallery Victoria, this exhibition explores the work of 10 contemporary glass artists using the medium in a diversity of techniques. The exhibition features work of Canberrabased artists Mel Douglas, Harriet Schwarzrock, Rose-Mary Faulkner, Nadege Desgenetez, and Kirstie Rea, as well as artists from NSW, South Australia, and the United Kingdom. Works include a layered hung glass panel incorporating digital prints, beautifully lit found cut-crystal glasses, a sculpture made of recycled seconds, and blown glass forms filled with neon; all of which are presented alongside one another, demonstrating the versatility and possibilities intrinsic to the medium. Glassworks artistic director, Aimee Frodsham, told Canberra Weekly that in curating the exhibition, Lindsay wanted to consider glass as a contemporary material capable of “conceptually led conversations”. “Frances was not interested in our normal perception of glass, which is windows and vessels and how we interact with glass every

single day.” Lindsay set out to explore three main interconnected categories with Upending Expectations: the body, transformation, and place. “We find most of the pieces cross over, which is really nice,” Frodsham said. Rea, one of the participating Canberra glass artists, told Canberra Weekly her work, Complacent Complicity, is a departure from her typical work that simultaneously retains her essence. Made of glass “seconds” that would have otherwise been disposed of, the form is based on the cornucopia, the horn of plenty that is used to symbolise abundance and a bountiful harvest, but it is instead depicted as empty, collapsing, and decomposing, covered in a crude black gunk. “I am interested in presenting glass in a way it normally wouldn’t be,” she said. The work took form conceptually at the end of the 2019-20 fires as the pandemic began, and was completed two years ago. “I was racked with the thought of how complacent we all are,” she said. “We think we recycle, and we think we do this, but we don’t, we don’t try hard enough. “It asks what would happen to our planet, seriously, if we don’t take a bit more care.” Presented alone in the building’s iconic smokestack, Rea has had people describe her work as “provocative, grotesque, and

uncomfortable”. “And that’s good, that’s my intention,” she said. “It does hopefully make people a little uncomfortable and think. “The outcome was exactly what I had in mind.” Rea was delighted by the way Upending Expectations has been presented, praising both Lindsay and the Glassworks. “I think it’s always interesting seeing a group exhibition and how the works come together within it, and then how they’re curated within that space,” Rea said. The exhibition is scheduled to tour from 2022 to 2024, supported by the Australian Council for the Arts through the Contemporary Touring Initiative. “For us, we’re quite used to glass being a material that conveys artistic stories, but once it leaves the Glassworks and is shown at some of the other galleries, they’re the sort of galleries that don’t normally show glass,” Frodsham said. “I think at that point it does upend people’s expectations around glass not being a vessel and not being a window, and it being a very, very contemporary material that has amazing sculptural properties.” Upending Expectations: Contemporary Glass is on display at the Canberra Glassworks, Kingston, until 5 June; canberraglassworks.com.au - Denholm Samaras canberraweekly.com.au

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Take 5: Haiku Hands Funky Aussie band, Haiku Hands, are ready to blow Canberra away with a whirlwind of a show on Saturday 7 May at UC Hub. Hitting the stage with their “rebellious, experimental, and wildly unconventional” high-energy performance, fans should buckle in for some good old-fashioned chaos. Group member, Beatrice Lewis, sat down with CW to chat about Haiku Hands’ upcoming international tour, inspirations behind the album, and what Canberrans need to prepare for this weekend.

What can Canberra fans expect from your show at UC?

“Canberra fans should expect total debauchery.

Our show at the moment is super fun, energised, and you’ll walk out a different person. It’s a cathartic experience.”

capacity to follow their dreams. “And my favourite to perform live? I just love Super Villain so much … It feels very cathartic.”

What are you most looking forward to in Canberra?

“I love Canberra! I actually have lots of family that live there, and I’ve played a few gigs there with other projects. “Everyone is just up for a good time – there’s not much ego and Canberrans are just good people who are ready to party! It’s the ideal setting for a Haiku Hands show.”

What songs do you have a personal connection to, and what’s one you’re pumped to perform live?

“I love Shoot The Shot off the album. It’s all about expanding past what you believe in and your boundaries. The sentiment comes from Amelia Earhart’s letters to her husband where she says ‘look, you’re awesome, but I just want to be really clear that I have an independent life, and this is my priority’. “At that time, her writing that and owning her dreams, she put her creative vision first in a world that doesn’t often encourage that. It’s about when people are brave and have the

What was the experience writing your latest album?

“We wrote the album over four years, and it was a big journey, but a good journey. It was a discovery period, an exploration period, and just like stepping into a new creative world for me. “We’re really involved and a very DIY, hands-on, artistic band and we often very carefully choose who we work with. We’re into a very collaborative experience and everyone we’ve gotten to work with are amazing.

Your upcoming international tour looks insane. Which city are you looking forward to the most?

“All of them really. We’re playing at a gay pride festival in Seattle which I’m super excited about. I just love the community – they’re my favourite festivals. “I’m really excited to play in LA because we have lots of friends there and our team is based there, but I’m just pumped for every single show. I can’t wait to travel and be over there and experience new audiences.

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Bungendore history brought WIN! The Responder DVDs to life in 21 Forster St The Responder (MA15+) follows Chris (Martin Freeman, The Hobbit; Sherlock; Breeders; Fargo), a crisis-stricken, morally compromised, unconventional urgent response officer tackling a series of night shifts on the beat. Whilst trying to keep his head above water both personally and professionally, Chris is forced to take on a new rookie partner Rachel (Adelayo Adedayo, Unsaid Stories; Timewasters; The Capture). Both soon discover that survival in this high pressure, relentless, night-time world will depend on them either helping or destroying each other. CW has 10 x The Responder DVDs (RRP $34.95) to be won.

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Kate Walder, daughter of longterm Bungendore resident Chris Walder, is bringing to life the stories of her father’s heritage home and surrounds in a new theatre work to premiere at The Q later this month. Inspired by the stories and memories shared by her father whilst living out her father’s final days in the house, 21 Forster St is a journey in time through the walls and history of the home. “I have such fond memories of the final days with my father under the stained-glass windows that he built for the house,” said Walder. “My father spent the days sharing stories and memories of a house that had become his pride and joy - the ghost that played in the hallways … the rumoured bone room under the mulberry tree,” Walder smiled.

Joined by an award-winning creative team, including Bungendore local and one half of the iconic Simpson & Shortis - a collaboration of the community is happening to create a show about Bungendore. Having selected 21 Forster St for the inaugural Q the Locals program, artistic director Jordan Best said the work’s premise immediately struck her as “incredibly unique, inspired and with great heart”. “Kate’s late father’s house not only has historical significance within the community, but by drawing on stories from its 150-year history, the work will shine a light on the regional Australian home.” 21 Forster St will be performed at The Q, Queanbeyan, 26 May to 4 June; theq.net.au

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TAKE 5: FELICITY URQUHART AND JOSH CUNNINGHAM

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Two of the finest stalwarts of the Australian music scene, country music singer-songwriter Felicity Urquhart and onethird of folk-rock band The Waifs, Josh Cunningham, are taking their 2021 album The Song Club on the road.

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The duo spoke to Canberra Weekly ahead of their 6 May show at Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo, and 13 May show at the National Theatre, Braidwood; felicityurquhart.com or joshcunningham.com

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How did you come to start writing and performing together?

Josh: “A few years ago we were both invited into the song club, a club where we had to write a song a week to a prompt. Over the course of time, we developed an admiration for each other’s song writing and each other as well, so we started spending more time together and writing together.

Felicity: “We thought we should do some gigs together, and thought if we were going to do that, we should have some music for the people!

What is it like performing together?

Felicity: “We make the sounds to work it for a live scene, we didn’t have a full drum kit in the studio at any stage, it was a very acoustic-based process, so we’re

Now showing Downton Abbey: A New Era (PG) A few years after Downton Abbey received a royal visit, the house is shaken once again. A silent film producer has requested to film at the Abbey, and the sickly matriarch Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham (Maggie Smith), reveals that she has inherited a villa in Southern France. Due to a leaky roof, Lady Mary Talbot (Michelle Dockery) takes up producer Jack Barber’s (Hugh Dancy) offer, while the old guard led by Robert Crawley, 7th Earl of Grantham (Hugh Bonneville), travel to France for answers. The movie is the sequel to the 2019 effort, itself extending the TV adventures (2010-15) of the Crawley family and their staff in Downton Abbey. In this latest chapter, the plot is slightly meta, taking aim at a film production using the Abbey as a

location, much like the series did of Highclere Castle. A new era is upon the Abbey and the world, symbolised by the arrival of the ‘garish’ film production. While the more progressive members of the Crawley family assist the production with their enthusiastic and starry-eyed staff, the senior members delve into the past to discover why Violet Crawley was bequeathed the villa to the chagrin of the deceased owner’s widow. While it may seem that a lot is going on, the stakes are still set deliciously low. Verdict: A beautiful and charming production that celebrates its legacy characters while heralding a brighter future. 4 stars. Viewed at Palace Cinemas. - Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net

able to create a live sound that isn’t too far removed from the album. “They get to see us, hear our stories, and feel the energy between us, they get the picture as well as the audio when they come to a show.”

How are you influenced by one another?

Josh: “I fi nd Felicity to be really inspiring as a human being generally, but as a musician, too, I just love her singing voice, her musicality and it’s been an amazing experience to play together. Felicity: “I’ve learned a great deal working with Josh; I love that when we do collaborate, I can spew out a few ideas and Josh can put his beautiful words around them. Even writing a text message is far more eloquent than my shorthand; it’s one of the skills he

has as a beautiful wordsmith.”

How have the last few years affected you as a performer?

Josh: “It’s not easy to be deprived of the thing not only you earn your livelihood by, but more significantly as a songwriter, getting out there and sharing that experience and doing the thing that feeds your soul. “For the people coming along, you can see how much everyone else has missed it as well, and that’s made for some special experiences since we’ve been back on the road.”

Is there a most memorable gig you’ve played?

Felicity: “I go back to how I started out in Tamworth, my

Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham bring their Wanna Go There tour to Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo on Friday 6 May. Photo: supplied.

family really thought things were going to work out okay once I got my fi rst support gig, which was with Chad Morgan. “I still get to see Chad today, he checks in on how I am and is just a darling man, someone we celebrate in our industry as a wonderful performer.” Josh: “It was with The Waifs opening for Bob Dylan on a 30show tour of America; Donna and

Vicky had been worded up they might get out to sing Knocking on Heaven’s Door with him. “Eventually when they’d given up on the thought it might even happen, the call came through. They had to run down the stairs, scramble into something presentable, and race on stage!” Felicity and Josh’s responses have been condensed for publication.

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Canberra artist Narelle Zeller is one of 39 finalists selected for the second edition of the Darling Portrait Prize, a biennial event honouring the legacy of Mr L Gordon Darling AC CMG (1921-2015), who was instrumental in establishing the National Portrait Gallery of Australia. The Prize aims to highlight and nurture the art of Australian portrait painting and offers a $75,000 cash prize for the winner. NPG director Karen Quinlan AM said the judges were impressed by the diversity of approaches, subjects and artistic styles presented from the pool of almost 600 entrants. “We approach the Darling Prize democratically, with the idea that artists of all career stages, working across genres and artistic styles, are invited to present portraits of any and all Australians,” she said. On show at the same time as the Darling Portrait Prize is the popular annual National Photographic Portrait Prize (NPPP). This year, 50 finalists have been selected from a pool of over 2,400 entries. The NPPP winner will be announced on 1 July, and will take home $50,000 in prizes The Darling Portrait Prize and NPPP exhibitions will be on display at the NPG from 25 June to 9 October; npg. gov.au

CSO to explore Enlightenment The Canberra Symphony Orchestra will return to Llewellyn Hall on 18-19 May for Miracles in the Age of Reason, a vibrant program of music that challenged conventions and embodies the spirit of the Enlightenment. With Berlin-based Australian conductor Benjamin Bayl making his CSO debut, the program opens with a suite from Platée by French composer, Jean-Philippe Rameau. Bayl describes Rameau as one of the greatest composers of dance music: “His endless invention and boundless imagination for harmony, melody and the rhythm of dance still have the power to enchant us 275 years later”. The CSO’s Artist in Focus for 2022, leading Australian flautist Emma Sholl, takes the stage for the virtuosic D minor flute concerto by CPE Bach, son of the great JS Bach. The program includes an Australian work, Richard Meale’s Cantilena Pacifica, and culminates with Mozart’s exuberant Symphony No. 39, one of the composer’s final works. Llewellyn Series: Miracles in The Age of Reason is on 18-19 May 7.30pm, at Llewellyn Hall, ANU; cso.org.au/miracles

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SIX the Musical rocks and rules Last Wednesday 28 April, Canberra Theatre rolled out the purple carpet for guests to come and experience the opulence, razor sharp wit, and pure heart that is SIX the Musical. An underdog sensation that grew from a student production at the 2017 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, to sold-out houses across the world, SIX reclaims the stories of the infamous six wives of Henry VIII, right on time as the voices of young women continue to get louder. Diversifying the Tudor queens by adding the essence of music royalty, like Beyonce, Rihanna, and Alicia Keys, it’s the story of how royalty looked years ago represented by how queens look today. It’s astounding how much story SIX packs into a conceptual space. An empty stage becomes a rock concert starring the queens, reanimated as a bickering girl group. With not a prop (or man) in sight, the first thing the audience notices as light floods the theatre, is the only real “prop” the queens have to work with – their magnificent costumes. From the luxe initial chokers donned by the

queens who lost their heads, to the boots bedazzled in their signature colours, you’ll need a glorious second to take it all in. As the queens make their case for who should be the lead singer of the band (based on who suffered the most at the hands of their murder-oaf husband), SIX expertly controls the mood of the room, balancing the dark nature of the women’s lives with deliciously clever humour and wit. I saw SIX with my friend who comes from a ‘No Musicals Please’ background. After nodding along to every song, he gave his sombre stamp of approval, ‘Women rock.’ Yes. Yes, they do. Since SIX tells the story of a concert so epic, it literally transcends space and time, it’s easily loved by music and theatre fans alike. And the songs are bangers. It’s no wonder that SIX has 50 million streams across all platforms, and over 3 billion views on TikTok. SIX spared no efforts with its casting; you will leave with a favourite queen if you didn’t have one going in, whether that be Phoenix Jackson

Mendoza’s fiery Catherine of Aragorn, Kala Gare’s hilariously bratty Anne Boleyn, Loren Hunter’s steadfast Jane Seymour, Kiana Daniele’s fiercely cool Anna of Cleves, Chelsea Dawson’s playful and misunderstood Katherine Howard, or Vidya Makan’s undefeatable Catherine Parr. Each character is more compelling than the next, leaving you genuinely wanting a happy ending for each of them (despite what went down in history books). By far, my favourite aspect of SIX is how openly it addresses controversial topics around womanhood, including but not limited to, owning financial stability, the male gaze’s effect on history and politics, power imbalance in relationships and *SPOILER ALERT* how pitting women against each other because they were picked by the same guy is inherently sexist. SIX echoes the voices of women today and belts them loud for all to hear. Long live these queens! SIX is at Canberra Theatre for a limited season until 15 May. - Anja de Rozario

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This week, Jeff Popple reviews three topical non-fiction books by Australian authors. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Keeping Them Honest by Stephen Charles and Catherine Williams Scribe, $32.99

The last few years have seen a plethora of reasons why a federal integrity commission is needed. Sports Rorts, Carpark Rorts, ethical breaches by federal politicians, and the more recent lopsided road upgrade grants, have all helped to undermine trust in our democratic political system. As former judge Stephen Charles and academic Catherine Williams compellingly argue in Keeping Them Honest, the time is well overdue for a proper integrity commission. In readable prose, they set out the case for proper scrutiny of our politicians and expose the dark side of political donors, lobbyists, and unchecked electoral spending. A timely and important book.

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Missing, Presumed Dead by Mark Tedeschi QC Simon & Schuster, $34.99

The best true crime books have always had a strong concern for the victims of the crimes that they cover, and this is certainly the case with Mark Tedeschi’s Missing, Presumed Dead. Tedeschi was the prosecutor who handled the trial of Bruce Burrell for the murders of Dorothy Davis and Kerry Whalan, and his account of the intricate police investigation makes for gripping reading. His behind-the-scenes insights into the investigation and the trial, and his post-trial reflections, are interesting and moving. An advocate for victims of crime, Tedeschi also provides a moving portrait of Dorothy and Kerry. An outstanding true crime book.

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What’s on

SIDE BY SIDE: Taikoz’s latest production with five new works at Belconnen Arts Centre, 13-14 May 8pm; belcoarts.com.au

SIX THE MUSICAL: The “electrifying musical phenomenon” continues at Canberra Theatre Centre until 15 May; sixthemusical.com.au

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.

PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT: Free-Rain Theatre’s production of the musical classic is on at The Q, Queanbeyan, until 22 May; theq.net.au BIGGER AND BLACKER: A variety show featuring Steven Oliver and Michael Griffiths at Belconnen Arts Centre, 5-7 May 8pm; belcoarts.com.au ADAM HARVEY: The ever-popular country singer brings his Highway One Tour to Canberra Southern Cross Club, Woden, 5 May; cscc.com.au BACH TO BOLLING: The Black Tulip Jazz Trio with virtuosic cellist Teije Hylkema play The B (Bicentennial Hall), Queanbeyan, 5 May 8pm; theq.net.au KYEEMA GALLERY: The Hall art space hosts new exhibition, A Journey, by Kirandeep Grewal until 5 June; capitalwines.com.au BEAVER GALLERIES: The Deakin gallery hosts Glyphs - the return of the poet, an exhibition by GW Bot, 5–21 May; beavergalleries.com.au MY COUSIN VLAD: The online famous satirical comedian brings new show People Have Lost It to Canberra Theatre, Civic, Friday 6 May; mycousinvlad.com CANBERRA POTTERS: Emerging Makers Market ahead of Mother’s Day at the Watson gallery, 6-8 May (6 May bookings only); canberrapotters.com.au DOGFIGHT: A “hauntingly beautiful” war musical from Dramatic Productions at Gungahlin Theatre, 6-22 May; stagecenta.com ARTIST TALK: Silvi Glattauer presents a talk at Megalo gallery, Kingston on her current exhibition, Renegotiating the Landscape, Friday 6 May 4pm; megalo.org TALLAGANDRA HILL: Felicity Urquhart & Josh Cunningham bring their Wanna Go There tour to the Gundaroo winery, 6 May; tallagandrahill.com.au

AUSTRALIAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: Perform Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante, 14 May 8pm at Llewellyn Hall, ANU; aco.com.au Felicity Urquhart & Josh Cunningham play Tallagandra Hill winery, Gundaroo, 6 May. Photo: supplied.

ROYAL MILITARY COLLEGE BAND: Play a concert titled Masterworks for Winds at Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 6 May 7pm. Gold coin entry, bookings essential via Eventbrite. LIVE BABY LIVE!: The INXS Tribute Show comes to The B (Bicentennial Hall), Queanbeyan, 7 May 8pm; theq.net.au TYPICA NIGHTS: Activating the Manuka Lawns with a series of events on 7 May and 4 June, 7-9pm; events.humantix.com MOTHER’S DAY TUSCAN LUNCH: The NGA are offering Mother’s Day Tuscan-style lunches in conjunction with Jeffrey Smart, 7-8 and 14-15 May; nga.gov.au WILUNA: The Fyshwick flower studio and event space host a Mother’s Day market, Saturday 7 May 10am-2pm; wiluna.com.au HAIG PARK VILLAGE MARKETS: Host a special event for Mother’s Day, Sunday 8 May 8.30am2pm; haigparkvillagemarkets.com.au OLD BUS DEPOT MARKETS: The much-loved markets have returned to the Old Bus Depot in Kingston every Sunday 9.30am-2.30pm; obdm.com.au WESLEY LUNCHTIME CONCERT: ANU students perform Baroque, Spanish and Latin American Works for Guitar at the Forrest venue, 11 May 12.40-1.20pm; trybooking.com/BYANJ

CELESTE BARBER: The Australian comedienne extraordinaire will perform her show Fine, Thanks at Llewellyn Hall, ANU, Sunday 15 May; celestebarber.com AARWUN GALLERY: Hosts exhibition Sisters by Alice, Sophie, and Lucy Pulvers, until 15 May at the Gold Creek gallery; aarwungallery.com AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM OF EDUCATION: Celebrates 25 years with Michael Kirby AC CMG delivering a lecture, 16 May 5.30pm at the National Library of Australia; bit.ly/3EwBFuu. JANE EYRE: Charlotte Bronte’s gothic tale brought to life from 17-21 May at the Playhouse, Civic; canberratheatrecentre.com.au WEDNESDAY LUNCHTIME CONCERT: Presents Narratives and Liturgies, featuring Pianist Jacob Wu, 18 May 12.40-1.20pm; trybooking.com/BYANM OH WHAT A NIGHT!: A blockbuster musical revue honouring Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, at the Canberra Southern Cross Club, Woden, 18 May; cscc.com.au UNDER THE BONNET: Lightbulb Improv present an unscripted comedy set in the world as Jane Austen knew it at Canberra Theatre Centre, Civic, 19-21 May; canberratheatrecentre.com.au Send your free entertainment listings to: arts@canberraweekly.com.au with ‘what’s on’ in the subject field. Deadline is 10 days prior to Thursday edition date.

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Delizia’s sustainable soap opera(tion) From the remote mountains of Italy, 43-year-old Delizia’s grandmothers created soap from leftover lard and cooking oil. From that era when nothing was wasted and respect for end-to-end produce was innate, decades passed and Delizia grew up in Queanbeyan, part of a big Italian family. “My career’s been very varied, I was in the Army for eight years, got into community work, and eventually landed in a government role,” she said. “By the time Covid hit, I was unhappy and undervalued in my corporate job. I wanted to be my own boss, and not rely on anyone else to value what I did.” Around the same time, panic buying was occurring. Staring at the bare shelves, with lockdown imminent, Delizia remembered her childhood. “I saw my grandparents make soap from the lard and leftover cooking oil. On the farm in Italy, they saw the value in using every part of produce and not wasting anything. “People had always told me, ‘You need to start your own business, but first you need to find your passion.’ Now, I thought, is the time for me to start.” In the slow start of turning her

Every bar of Delizia Naturally soap is made from scratch in Delizia’s workshop in Queanbeyan.

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ancestors’ practice into a start-up business, Delizia found she enjoyed it more than her corporate job. “I was following in my grandparents’ footsteps, being self-sufficient, being green, and it led me to thinking about how I can be responsible at a community level.” Delizia contacted local businesses like Queanbeyan’s Bohemian Cafe, which was happy to donate their used cooking oil, and the Boxgum Grazing family farm, which provided their discarded animal fat. Today, Delizia’s carbon neutral soaps are shipped all over Australia, and the circular economies that she has formed with local businesses selling her products won her ‘Highly Commended’ in the recent Australian Tidy Town Awards. “Many people don’t realise that anyone can turn their cooking oil into soap at home. It’s an art that’s died with our parents and grandparents’ generations. My wish for the future is to bring that back,” she says. “I had to win people over in convincing them that the soap is 100 per cent safe to use. I put a survey out on Facebook asking whether they would use this soap and got mixed responses.” In her 10m x 4m workshop,

Using recipes and techniques passed down from her Italian grandmothers, Queanbeyan business woman Delizia makes a range of toiletries using recycled cooking oil, leftover tallow, and natural ingredients. Photos: Kerrie Brewer.

where she makes every bar from scratch, Delizia explained the chemistry of soap. “Soap is made of three main ingredients: fat or oils, sodium hydroxide, and water. You mix those three at different ratios, and you make soap. When I use used cooking oil, I have it at a ratio that very little of that oil remains in the finished product. “Cleaning and purifying the oil is a long process, but it’s worth it to see the oil transformed into soap rather than discarded.” From the animal fat donated by Boxgum Grazing, Delizia creates her best-selling balms. “Animal fat has collagen and all those different vitamins that are good for your skin,” she explained. “The tallow I use is tripled rendered, melted down three times, and cleaned.” Delizia Naturally is an aid to young in-the-know mothers in the community, who keep coming back for her baby balm, soothing nappy

rash and cracked nipples. “It’s great for weening babies, because it doesn’t have any ingredients other than the tallow, olive oil and a little bit of lavender essential oil, if wanted. If the baby eats it, it’s just tallow and oil. “My philosophy is, if it has something in it that I can’t eat, why am I putting it on my skin? That’s twice as important for a baby. “I really want people to question the glamour of commercial products. If I were to purchase a bar of soap from a well-known international brand and look at the back of it, chances are I can’t read half the ingredients that I’m putting on my skin.” Her latest endeavour is offering workshops teaching how to make soap at home. “Soap making is not a mystery. People say, ‘Oh, you’re giving away all your secrets,’ but I prefer to empower people to be self-sufficient,” she said. (continued page 46)

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“You have used cooking oil in the kitchen, you probably have sodium hydroxide in the laundry, and you have water. That’s all you need.” Delizia counts herself among countless small businesses urging people in the region to buy local – “or bye-bye local”. “We really need to focus on buying local because that’s how we support our community. If Covid has taught us anything, it’s the value of the local community.”

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Enter to win One lucky CW reader will win a Delizia Naturally gift pack valued at $39. To enter, email competitions@canberraweekly.com.au with ‘Delizia Naturally’ in the subject field. Tell us your name, full contact details (including best delivery address) and the three main ingredients in soap. Entries close 9am Friday 13 May 2022 and winner drawn same day. One entry per person. Entrants must be aged 18+.

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The Met Gala, AKA fashion’s biggest night of the year, presented a rehashed theme in 2022: Rather than 2021’s In America: A Lexicon of Fashion, celebs were told to dress for In America: An Anthology of Fashion with a focus on “gilded glamour”. Despite the shift in fine print, some attendees understood the theme just fine, and turned out in their best late19th century New York glamour.

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Best dressed at the Met Once again Blake Lively steps above her fellow attendees. Her Versace gown transformed into Lady Liberty before our very eyes, with a crystal-embroidered train inspired by Grand Central Station’s famous constellation ceiling.

With two looks deserving of two accolades, Blake’s “before” look was equally as stunning and thought out, with her geometric bodice drawing influence from the Empire State Building, and a Gilded Age inspired bustle that unraveled into her aquamarine train.

Jodie Turner-Smith looked opulent in her peachygolden Gucci gown which aimed to deliver the “overthe-top and fantastical” energy of the Gilded Age, according to the British actress.

Kaia Gerber served up Lady Godiva hair on the red carpet, stealing breaths away like her mother Cindy Crawford before her. Her Alexander McQueen gown added to the drama.

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Wright 13 David Fleay Street Super chic with a stylish contemporary design embracing minimalism and hues of elemental greys and blacks, this epic and stunning home is a modern family dream. Nestled in a sought-after pocket of Wright surrounded by the finest quality properties, it’s encompassed by a family-friendly community and only a stone’s throw away from Woden and Cooleman Court, along with easy city access. Low on fuss and high on function and simplicity, the interior of this abode is simply divine. Agent Michael Potter is head over heels for the property and says it’ll be snatched up quickly. “What impresses me with the home is not only the high-end build, but the wonderful, single-level, free-flowing floor plan with the multiple living spaces ideal for the growing family,” he says. “It’s filled with quality, from the sleek, designer-built, state-of-the-art kitchen to the stunning bathrooms – they’re both standout features for me. “The polished concrete floors are a favourite and the alfresco outdoor area

with café bi-fold doors and a mirrored roof is another one of my top features. I could go on and on!” Mr Potter is particularly drawn to the impeccable floor plan, which he describes as “inspiring and cohesive”, able to be shaped to ensure effortless and carefree living. “The home reveals a myriad of incredible, light-filled indoor and outdoor living spaces, large bedrooms, stylish statements, and premium finishes,” he says. “It offers privacy and seclusion, framed by beautiful, landscaped gardens and affords quick access to all amenities on offer.”

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Anglicare’s latest annual national Rental Affordability Snapshot has revealed a “catastrophic” housing outlook for renters in Canberra. CEO of Anglicare NSW South and ACT, Jeremy Halcrow, said the results are unsurprising after the ACT’s past few years dealing with the housing crisis, but still are “devastating”. “Sadly, each year our research shows an already dire ACT rental market becoming increasingly expensive and out of reach for vulnerable families,” Mr Halcrow said. “COVID lockdowns of the past two years have highlighted the importance of safe and affordable housing for people’s wellbeing, with

some people left to quarantine in caravans, tents, and their cars as they have no other options. “Such unstable accommodation can adversely affect all aspects of a person’s life, including their mental and physical health, employment, education and relationships, along with their feelings of agency and dignity.” Mr Halcrow said many families simply cannot afford to keep a roof over their heads, regardless of how hard they budget. It comes down to lack of additional support, including food relief. CEO of ACT Shelter, Travis Gilbert, supported Anglicare’s findings and called on the ACT Government to

provide further community support. “Our private rental market is a tough place to be for the people in the Capital Region who are the focus of the Rental Affordability Snapshot. The vacancy rate is at 0.4 per cent. A vacancy rate of three per cent indicates a rental market balanced between landlords and tenants,” Mr Gilbert said. “In terms of housing assistance, the ACT Government has prioritised investing in modest growth and significant renewal of its public housing assets. ACT Shelter welcomes this but cautions that in the absence of Commonwealth investment, it will fall to the Territory to design and fund private rental products.

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ACT rental crisis hits ‘catastrophic’ levels: Anglicare

Anglicare is calling for an increase in social housing options in the ACT.

“At the moment, we estimate that a household needs to earn $68,000 or more per annum to avoid housing stress. This means that people relying on government supports, ranging from teenagers to those over 55 years of age, are almost certainly experiencing housing stress or are at risk of homelessness.”

Senator Seselja: Labor’s housing plan won’t help Canberrans While federal Labor’s suite of housing policies announced last week were applauded by the majority of national property, real estate and housing bodies, Liberal Senator Zed Seselja said Canberrans have been “abandoned” by Labor. Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) President, Hayden Groves, said he welcomes both the ‘Help to Buy’ and the ‘Help to Supply’ announcements from the Leader of the Opposition, Anthony Albanese. “An evidence-based approach to a national Supply and Affordability Council with the right objective experts should provide a proper annual benchmark for Australia’s supply crunch. Only with dealing with

supply will affordability barriers be overcome,” Mr Groves said. “The proposed KeyStart-style program help to 10,000 eligible low- and middle-income earners a year is a sensible thing and REIA has supported the development of a feasibility study for a national KeyStart style program in the past.” Similarly, Property Council of Australia (PCA) chief executive Ken Morrison said Labor’s announcement was a “strong foundation” for a “much-needed plan” to address housing affordability. “We welcome measures to help people get into the housing market and the ‘Help to Buy’ would be an important addition to the housing

affordability schemes already in place,” Mr Morrison said. “We note the proposed ‘Help to Buy’ shared equity scheme is limited to 10,000 places a year and is therefore unlikely to distort housing markets or prices.” The National Shelter gave Labor a “thumbs up” on the policies, with CEO Emma Greenhalgh commenting that the ‘Help to Buy’ scheme is an initative known to work. “The WA Government has been successfully running just such a scheme for over a decade. A welcome aspect of this approach is its potential attractiveness for people looking to re-enter home ownership, as well as for potential first home buyers,” Ms

Greenhalgh said. “The ALP commitment to develop a National Housing and Homelessness Plan provides a real opportunity to build our way out of this crisis.” However, Senator Seselja disagreed with the peak housing bodies and said the plan “completely leaves Canberra first homeowners behind”. “The arbitrary $600,000 cap will see buyers forced into apartments instead of family homes in Canberra,” Senator Seselja said. “[The] announcement completely abandons Canberra first home buyers and families who will struggle to access this program and would be locked out of the opportunity to purchase a family home.”

MBA calls for investment from property taxes Master Builders ACT are calling on the ACT Government to direct the windfall from property-related tax revenue into training for construction trade apprentices. MBA ACT CEO, Michael Hopkins, said when it comes to Australia’s 52

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economic recovery, the local building and construction industry are doing the “heavy lifting”. “MBA is calling on the ACT Government to direct the windfall from this tax revenue to training and upskilling to ensure the long-term

sustainability of the building and construction industry,” Mr Hopkins said. “Currently, the ACT subsidises many construction trades at the lowest end of the subsidy range compared to all other Australia jurisdictions. As we know, for every $1 invested in the

building and construction industry, $3 is injected into the economy. “Now is the time to be investing in the future of the building and construction industry through greater training subsidies for construction trade apprenticeships.”

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under the hammer

77 National Circuit, Deakin

$4,551,000 Belle

103/15 Irving Street, Phillip

$715,000

LJ Hooker

24 Pindari Crescent, O’Malley

$2,400,000 Civium

11/19 Barlow Street, Scullin

$687,500

Fuse

125/81 Constitution Avenue, Campbell

$2,100,000 LJ Hooker

38 Gamban Square, Ngunnawal

$685,000

Canberry

14 Bragg Street, Hackett

$1,920,000 Home by Holly

6/16 Wellington Street, Ngunnawal

$670,000

Impact

4 Quoll Place, Throsby

$1,630,000 Blackshaw

4 Squire Place, Charnwood

$650,000

Blackshaw

25a Carstensz Street, Griffith

$1,580,000 Belle

34/18 Cromwell Circuit, Isabella Plains

$645,000

LJ Hooker

5 Haswell Place, Chifley

$1,480,000 Independent

8/15 Charles Street, Queanbeyan

$637,500

LJ Hooker

16 Fowles Street, Weston

$1,410,000 Hayman Partners

4/4 Skewes Street, Casey

$620,000

LJ Hooker

123 Irvine Street, Watson

$1,380,000 Home by Holly

13 Crockett Place, Holt

$610,000

LJ Hooker

1/29 Moonlight Avenue, Harrison

17 Dutton Street, Dickson

$1,360,000 LJ Hooker

205/4 Anzac Park, Campbell

$595,000

JWLand

22 Blacket Street, Downer

$1,340,000 Luton

33/2 Henshall Way, Macquarie

$580,200

Ray White

12 De Garis Place, Scullin

$1,310,000 LJ Hooker

58/19 Fawkner Street, Braddon

$562,000

Cream

57 Kelleway Avenue, Nicholls

$1,287,500 Property Collective

52/39 Woodberry Avenue, Coombs

$560,000

Confidence

80 Lowe Street, Queanbeyan

$1,275,000 Blackshaw

417/19 Challis Street, Dickson

$525,000

Carter + Co

2/6 Ingleside Road, Queanbeyan

$1,230,000 Ward

3/43 Arthur Blakeley Way, Coombs

$520,000

POD Projects

101 Christina Stead Street, Franklin

$1,180,000 Francis

15/4 Ross Road, Queanbeyan

$517,500

LJ Hooker

7 & 7A Macnaughton Street, Holt

$1,180,000 LJ Hooker

4/66 Allara Street, City

$500,000

Luton

4 Metcalf Street, Googong

$1,147,000 Belle

23/43 Arthur Blakeley Way, Coombs

$500,000

POD Projects

95 Ross Smith Crescent, Scullin

$1,145,000 Luton

42/2 Edinburgh Avenue, City

$490,000

Blackshaw

1 Jasmine Gardens, Jerrabomberra

$1,135,000 Blackshaw

5/68 Dalkin Crescent, Casey

$485,000

Hive

163 Belconnen way, Hawker

$1,100,000 Sentia

20/43 Arthur Blakeley Way, Coombs

$480,000

POD Projects

5 Stieglitz Circuit, Kambah

$1,100,000 Luton

27/219A Northbourne Avenue, Turner

$461,000

Sadil Quinlan

17 Archibald Street, Lyneham

$1,050,000 Blackshaw

43/16 David Miller Crescent, Casey

$460,000

LJ Hooker

9 Westerman Street, Casey

$1,050,000 Luton

84/43 Arthur Blakeley Way, Coombs

$460,000

POD Projects

8 Mt Warning Crescent, Palmerston

$956,000

Independent

26/50 Hillcrest Street, Crace

$440,000

Luton

Agent

29/9 Coral Drive, Jerrabomberra

$950,000

Solely

2506/120 Eastern Valley Way, Belconnen $438,000

Independent

120 Ross Road, Queanbeyan

$920,000

Ray White

37/41 Chandler Street, Belconnen

$435,000

Luton

118 Louisa Lawson Crescent, Gilmore

$875,000

LJ Hooker

72/10 Ipima Street, Braddon

$435,000

Independent

57 Vanzetti Crescent, Kambah

$867,000

Hive

41/43 Arthur Blakeley Way, Coombs

$425,000

POD Projects

54 Dooland Court, Nicholls

$855,000

LJ Hooker

39/303 Flemington Road, Franklin

$395,000

LJ Hooker

3 Woodger Parade, Queanbeyan

$855,000

Ward

43/57 Benjamin Way, Belconnen

$380,000

Ray White

6 Traill Place, Charnwood

$835,000

Independent

2/2-4 Wedge Crescent, Turner

$378,888

LJ Hooker

32 Lutwyche Street, Higgins

$830,000

Ray White

35/329 Flemington Road, Franklin

$372,000

LJ Hooker

36/32 Bunbury Street, Stirling

$810,000

Ray White

21/15 Mowatt Street, Queanbeyan East $365,000

LJ Hooker

14/66 Gussey Street, Moncrieff

$795,000

Canberry

1/18-20 Booth Street, Queanbeyan East $355,000

LJ Hooker

11 Bural Court, Ngunnawal

35/21 Cossington Smith Crescent,

$785,000

Luton

323/87 Gozzard Street, Gungahlin

$352,695

Impact

7/7 McClintock Street, Lyneham

$775,000

Edge

5/26 Moulden Court, Belconnen

$330,000

LJ Hooker

28/41 Arthur Blakeley Way, Coombs

$770,000

LJ Hooker

1/56 Atkinson Street, Queanbeyan East $317,000

LJ Hooker

405/107 Canberra Avenue, Griffith

$730,000

Independent

65/4 Wilkins Street, Mawson

LJ Hooker

4 Tregear Close, Theodore

$730,000

Property Collective

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

$278,500

Agent

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Agent

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Enchanting cottage Downer 4 Allport Street With an enchanting garden and a stylish vintage ambience creating a warm cottage feel, the privately built residence at 4 Allport Street in Downer is truly a one-of-a-kind property. Located in a quiet, shady street lined with mature Linden trees, the gorgeous yard is visited by pretty birdlife such as rosellas, magpies, pardalotes, willy wagtails, and peewees. Inside, a chic neutral colour palette extends throughout the lounge, dining and family room, hallway, and bedrooms, and the formal lounge flows through to 54

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the delightful terrace. The kitchen offers a Fiori stainless steel oven and rangehood, electric cooktop, and large pantry. An entertainer’s delight, the open plan family room and dining space feature a sliding door to the rear porch overlooking the spacious garden. Through to the generously sized master bedroom, you’ll be delighted by the northerly aspect, large built-in wardrobe, and the window overlooking a beautiful dogwood tree that provides stunning autumn colour. Sitting within an RZ2 Development Zone, the fantastic

block is level, approximately 735sqm and immaculately landscaped. The home is north facing, and the captivating front terrace lights up with the delightful winter sun, making it the perfect place to enjoy a morning cup of coffee and an afternoon tea with a view. The extra features of this home include reverse cycle air conditioning, gas space heater, laundry, extra WC, Transact cabling, and a brick double garage with auto roller doors, work benches, and three large windows. Enjoy a lovely neighbourhood with a community feel at this home – for about 30 years or so, everyone in the street comes together to

celebrate Christmas. Just about 4km from the Canberra CBD, and a short stroll to the Dickson shopping precinct, this charming home is one not to miss.

EER 1.0 Auction Sat 14 May 12pm View Sat 7 May 12.15-1pm Mon 9 May 5-5.30pm Agent Aniko & Peter Carey Mob 0429 487 939 Luton Dickson (02) 6176 3466

26 Djerrkura Street Bonner An immaculate property oozing quality, freshness,

• Alfresco area for entertaining

functionality

• Backyard that is large enough for kids and pets. If

• Open Plan living with an enormous amount of natural light • Storage Space – hallways, kitchen, laundry!

they want more just walk outside and run in the reserve area. • Ducted and Zoned heating and cooling.

• Study nook perfect for the teen or if you work from

Auction Sat, 21st May at 10:00am (On Site) _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Carly Clough 0419 296 458

home. 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

118/140 Thynne Street Bruce The floor plan has been designed to maximise space

• Dishwasher and electric cooking

and convenience with a generous living space,

• Open plan living

flooded with natural and a two-way bathroom. The

• Large bedroom with built-in-robe - reverse cycle

kitchen shares similar design features, with ample

heating and cooling

storage, large bench top and a free-flowing design

• Basement carpark with a storage cage

out onto both the living area and private north-east

• Walking distance to AIS, University of Canberra, CIT,

facing balcony.

For Sale $350,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jemma Colovatti 0423 509 433

Calvary Hospital and local shops

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 Canberra City 6249 7700

305/6 Provan Street Campbell If your next move is about Location, Lifestyle and Liveability, this apartment is a must see! Situated to

• Kitchen with Miele induction cooktop, oven and integrated dishwasher

the northeast corner of the 3rd floor and taking in the

• Ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling

view across to the beautiful Hassett Park. Featuring

• Double glazing throughout

open plan living, stunning fixtures and finishes to the

• Secure intercom access to the building

kitchen and bathrooms along with wide plank hybrid

• 2 car spaces side by side + 2 X lock up storage

flooring.

• Rooftop garden & BBQ area

Auction Wed, 25th May at 6pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 7th May at 1:45pm - 2:15pm Tues, 10th May at 6pm - 6:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Kaylene King 0409 574 178 LJ Hooker Canberra City 6249 7700

11 Winchester Street Casey Light filled spaces, with a spacious and

• 167m2 of Internal Living

area that extends seamlessly out to the

• North facing living areas and

free flowing open plan kitchen and living private backyard, where entertaining

family and friends will sure to be on the calendar all year round.

• 495m2 Block

main bedroom

• Open plan living and kitchen layout

495m2

Auction Sat, 21st May at 11:30am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 7th May at 1:15pm-1:45pm _______________________________________________ Agent Antony Damiano 0473 444 666 Sam Walker 0434 962 490 LJ Hooker Canberra City 6249 7700

4 Baylis Place Charnwood Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac this residence

• Two good sized living areas

represents an excellent opportunity for those looking

• Generously sized bedrooms

for an entry level property that they can renovate and

• Gas wall heater

infuse their own personality and flair.

• Double carport with roller doors

Conveniently positioned moments away from the

• Kitchen that opens onto dining area

Charnwood Shops and local schools, this home offers

• Separate bathroom and toilet

loads of potential!

• Potential to extend

562m2

Auction | In Rooms Wednesday 11th May at 6:00pm at LJ Hooker Canberra City, 182-200 City Walk Canberra City. _______________________________________________ View Saturday 7th May 11:00am - 11:30am _______________________________________________ Agent Andy Greenberger 0400 819 650 LJ Hooker Weston/Canberra City

32/1 Gungahlin Place Gungahlin Located just a short walk to the Gungahlin

• Rental Estimate $440.00-$460.00 Per

apartment will suits buyers from all walks

• Freshly Painted

Aviva development, this apartment enjoys

• Walk In Robe/Storage Cupboard

town centre, this spacious 1 bedroom

of life. Situated on the ground floor of the its sunny northerly aspect & has been

tastefully updated by the current owner.

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• 2 Separate Courtyards • 2 Way Bathroom

• Stone Benchtops to Kitchen

For Sale $350,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Antony Damiano 0473 444 666 Sam Walker 0434 962 490 LJ Hooker Canberra City 6249 7700

50 Adventure Street Harrison A special cosy place where with an easy care lifestyle

Features:

- this is a unique property positioned superbly in the

• Internal: 110m2

sought-after suburb of Harrison. The seller moved

• Block: 250m2

from the Southern Highlands 5 years ago and brought

• Cosy cottage aesthetic

a small part of it with her. The home has been lovingly

• Easy care bamboo Timber flooring throughout

updated to create a contemporary country cottage

• Solar hot water system

feel, your own little holiday home after a long week.

• Newly Landscaped

Auction | On Site Sat, 14th May at 1:00pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 7th May from 12:30pm - 1:15pm Wed, 11th May from 5:00pm - 5:30pm Sat, 14th May from 12:30pm - 1:00pm _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Grenfell 0424 858 529 LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

3/71 Lawrenson Circuit, Jacka Wonderful residence tenanted til 24

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Gas cooktop and electric oven

excellent location. Beautifully designed -

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Ducted gas heating, RCAC

December 22. 2 bedroom double ensuite, open plan kitchen and living areas. Study

nook, powder room, European laundry on ground floor. Bedrooms are upstairs.

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Quality tiles, floating timber and carpet Solar + gas hot water service 2 designated car spaces

Land: 226m2, Living: 110m2, Tax:

Auction Wed, 25th May at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Naish Stormon 0488 164 426

$2282.36

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

2/20 De Burgh Street Lyneham With an exclusive private outdoor courtyard area, this apartment literally is a limited-edition residence, focusing on quiet lifestyle in a small boutique complex. This ground floor apartment is a stylish blend of space and convenience, situated in the heart of one of Canberra's most

• Adaptable apartment • 75sqm of Living • Walk in robe

• Loads of storage

• Two ground floor courtyards

• Study or multi-purpose room

Auction Sat, 21st May at 11:30am _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Troy Thompson 0408 694 917

vibrant suburbs. 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

25 Bamir Square Ngunnawal Follow a meandering country-lane to the

• Open plan living/dining

amongst the trees and as 'snug as a bug',

• Gas cooktop & electric oven

end of Bamir Square, hidden away you will discover a rare gem.

• Spacious kitchen • Dishwasher

• Ducted gas heating

• Split system air conditioner in main

For Sale $640,000+ _______________________________________________ View Contact Agent _______________________________________________ Agent Jeff Shortland 0417 483 627

bedroom

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

25 Bunduluk Crescent Ngunnawal Exceptional brick veneer family home

• Living 125.4sq/m

room & covered al fresco area. Located in

• Pergola 24sq/m

offering formal living, separate family

an elevated position, the property boasts a very usable 623sq/m block.

• Garage 36.6sq/m • Block 623sq/m

For Sale $925,000+ _______________________________________________ View Sat, May 7 at 11:45am - 12:15pm _______________________________________________ Agent Jeff Shortland 0417 483 627

LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

10 Gudamang Street Ngunnawal Attention all first home buyers, investors and downsizers looking for single level living with an easycare backyard. This home is a must see if you are looking for a home that is neat, appealing, energy

• Easycare and low maintenance

Auction Sat, 14th May at 3:00pm _______________________________________________

• No body corporate

View Contact Agent

• Secure garaging

• Stone benchtops.

efficient and that has a wonderful sunny north facing open plan kitchen, dining and living area.

_______________________________________________ Agent Carly Clough 0419 296 458 LJ Hooker Gungahlin 6213 3999

24 Candlebark Close Nicholls Positioned just a 2 minute walk from Gungahlin Pond

• New carpet & fresh paint throughout

and close to everything your family could ever want

• New Smeg appliances to the kitchen

for easy living. A split-level design with large formal

• Gas cooktop & electric wall oven

living area to the front of the home and dining and

• Great storage throughout the home

family room to the rear adjacent to the kitchen.

• Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning

Relaxing indoors or outside, the home is positioned to

• Double garage with internal access

make the most of a north easterly aspect.

• Sunny, secure yard

Auction Wed, 18th May at 6pm _______________________________________________ View Sat, 7th May at 12.30pm - 1pm Thurs, 12th May at 5pm - 5.30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Kaylene King 0409 574 178 LJ Hooker Canberra City 6249 7700

AUCTION

29 Laker Crescent Richardson Immaculately upgraded inside and out,

this breathtaking family home has instant

wow factor. From the beautiful resort style gardens, to the striking designer kitchen, spectacular living spaces and stunning

design features, no corner of this stunning home has been left untouched.

• New carpet, fresh paint and renovated throughout • Stunning north facing formal lounge and family living with double glazed windows and doors • As new designer kitchen with quality black Electrolux double oven and cooktop, onyx Nanogranite sink, dishwasher, Caesarstone benchtops and huge Blackbutt island bench

Auction Sat, 14th May at 11:00am _______________________________________________ View Contact Agents to View _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Curren 0424 288 717 Sally McCallum 0410 835 087 LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

2/20 Petre Street Scullin BIDDING GUIDE - $500,000+

This could be the perfect starter home, downsizing opportunity or an ideal low

• Dual occupancy block - NO body corporate • Built with sustainability in mind and beautiful modern finishes:

maintenance investment. It is a great

- Double glazed windows throughout

thriving Scullin market at an affordable

- Edible landscape and rain water tanks

opportunity to get a fantastic home in the price.

- Full insulation, north facing

Auction Wed, 11th May at 6:00pm _______________________________________________ View Thursday 5th May 5:00 - 5:30pm Saturday 7th May 12:00 - 12:30pm _______________________________________________ Agent Sandra Masters 0416 121 155 Hannah Green 0422 381 055 LJ Hooker Kippax 6255 3888

AUCTION

8 Mighell Place Theodore

Perched high up on an elevated block in a tranquil

• Elevated with uninterrupted mountain views

cul-de-sac, this family home boasts commanding

• Expansive front balcony and second entertaining

views of the Brindabellas and valley below. Elegant and spacious, the clever split level design has family living at its heart, set across four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas and dual outdoor entertaining zones.

deck with BBQ area • Large practical kitchen with built in appliances and lots of storage and bench space • Brivis climate control ducted heating, evaporative cooling and aircon system

Auction Sat, 14th May at 1:00pm _______________________________________________ View Contact Agents to View _______________________________________________ Agent Adrian Milverton 0429 171 035 Andrew Curren 0424 288 717 LJ Hooker Tuggeranong 6189 0100

7/98 Aspinall Street Watson Located at the foothills of Mount Majura is a

Features:

modern, single level opportunity in a tightly

Internal: 125m2 (Approx.)

held boutique complex. High ceilings and open,

Garage: 47m2 (Approx.)

bright design carries you through generous

Block: 280m2 ( Approx )

spaces. A clever floorplan provides separation

Modern, single level design

capturing the beautiful Leafy green views

Large, private front courtyard

surrounding you.

Internal courtyard

Auction Sun, 22nd May at 9:30am _______________________________________________ View Sat, 7th of May from 10:30am - 11:00am _______________________________________________ Agent Andrew Grenfell 0424 858 529

LJ Hooker Dickson 6257 2111

Ngunnawal 28 Tangari Street 4 bed . 2 bath . 2 car . 4.0 EER Auction Saturday 14 May 12:30pm on site CONTACT

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

Located in the exclusive enclave of The Peninsula Estate, is this immaculately maintained family home. As you approach the home, you are greeted by lush gardens and manicured hedges, in additional to a lovely timber boardwalk, that connect the front door to the back yard. If you have been looking for a lovely family home with expansive living areas, this may just be the home for you. FEATURES • Block size 801m2 • Living area 205m2 • Formal lounge & dining • North facing living areas • Ducted gas heating • Oversize master bedroom • Manicured & irrigated Gardens • First time offered for sale

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In a class of its own A stunning, single level family haven sited in a very popular Weston Creek locale. The inspiring, cohesive floor plan has been carefully shaped to ensure an effortless and carefree living experience that responds perfectly to the daily rhythms of life. Revealing a myriad of incredible light-filled indoor and outdoor living spaces, large bedrooms, stylish statements and premium finishes. Simply the best! EER 5

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City 1007/25 Edinburgh Avenue Lifestyle precinct 'Nishi' combines luxury, convenience, and sophistication. This impressive 10th floor, one-bedroom executive apartment provides a great lifestyle opportunity in a prime location. Featuring an open plan design perfect for entertaining, plus a covered balcony

boasting uninterrupted 180-degree views, this stylish property is perfect for the everyday professional. ‘Nishi’ is renowned for its luxurious finishes, superb attention to detail and very cool surrounds. Architecturally crafted by award winning Fender Katsalidis, this apartment features

opulent interiors, a sleek kitchen with Bosch appliances, gas cooktop and a dishwasher, quality flooring, designer tapware, double glazed windows, and a designer bathroom. With a host of onsite amenities including a gymnasium, cinema, restaurant, cafes and bars, ‘Nishi’ is a delightful home.

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1 6.0 $470,000 - $520,000 Contact Agent Justin Taylor 0414 701 465 Dimi Romero 0434 968 209

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IMPECCABLE LOCATION! SIZABLE FLOORPLAN! VIEWS! AND A POOL!

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Substantial family home, appointed with four bedrooms, three and renovated bathrooms.

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Sizeable separate lounge and formal dining areas are serviced by a well-appointed kitchen constructed with cedar panelling and stone benchtops along with modern appliances.

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Family meals area leads onto an expansive patio area overlooking the pool and secure backyard.

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The home is comforted year-round by electric reverse-cycle heating and cooling, an abundance of natural light flooding the home, and copious amounts of storage.

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Set to go to auction on May 21st, register your postal votes because this is an opportunity you do not want an election to get in the way of!

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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. ‘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 $669,000 EER 7.4

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

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

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

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Gunship, troop carrier, med-evac – the Iroquois “Huey” chopper became an iconic symbol for our Vietnam veterans

He was only 19, yet served his country with honour like his father before him

Vietnam 55 th Anniversar y Commemoration Our Vietnam veterans remain unique heroes in the Anzac legend. No service personnel before or after the conflict have endured as much on and off the battlefield. Like the diggers of previous generations, they are deserving of our respect.

freely or were conscripted ‘nashos’, they became unwitting casualties of a war nobody understood or wanted. The worst was to face them upon their return home. Spat at, abused, denied return servicemen status that their fathers had enjoyed, they retreated from society. By 1987, our Vietnam veterans were duly given the recognition they so justly deserved. Their call to duty has reverberated through the Anzac legend, a lone voice seeking solace amongst the heroes of Gallipoli, Kokoda, Korea and other conflicts which have become part of our collective history. That voice is now given substance and form in the “Call of Duty – Vietnam 55th Anniversary Commemorative” golden proof coin.

From 1962, when the first military advisors entered the region, the Vietnam theatre has polarised popular opinion. As our troops were committed to action against the Communist People’s Army of Vietnam in 1965, it became apparent that the Vietnam conflict would be a war unlike any other. Waged on the nightly television news as much as on the battlefield, civilians saw war in all its ugly brutality. By the time of the Tet Offensive in 1968, serious questions were raised as to why our troops were fighting there in the first place. Were the Communists really a threat to our freedom? As the casualties mounted, so did the political rhetoric. Caught in the middle were our diggers. Whether they joined up Shown larger than actual size of 38.6mm

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Due to the extreme limitation, only the earliest responders will successfully secure this proof coin honouring our Vietnam veterans. A Certificate of Authenticity detailing important provenance information pertaining to the coin will be issued with the coin. Peak collector interest is all but assured for this long overdue commemoration to those who were only 19 and with it the potential of a swift, early sell out of the “Call of Duty – Vietnam 55th Anniversary Commemorative.”

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The earliest applications will receive the lowest edition numbers. For this reason applications will be processed on a strictly first-come, first-served basis and are limited to one per Australian household. Successful applicants also qualify to view the next coin in the Veterans Remembered Commemorative Collection for only $79.99 (plus $9.99 postage and handling) sent entirely without obligation on our 14day home approval service. All the coins are minted to Proof quality, the highest possible collector quality. Applicants may cancel at any time and all purchases are covered by The Bradford Exchange 14-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

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VIETNAM 55TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE

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Our Vietnam veterans remain unique heroes in the Anzac legend. Perhaps no service personnel before or after the conflict have endured as much on and off the battlefield. And like the diggers before them, are just as deserving of our respect. The story of our Vietnam diggers can now be told proudly, clearly and with a voice that acknowledges our debt of gratitude to them. 1962: Honouring those who were only 19. They were the forgotten diggers. A generation of young men who fought for Australia like their fathers before them. But they returned as outcasts. 55 years after our first troop deployment, a new crown coin has been struck to honour the men whose bravery will never be forgotten. This limited edition commemorative depicts a digger ‘in-country.’ Ever vigilant, he surveys a terrain in which snipers may lay in wait. A flight of Iroquois “Huey” choppers loom overhead. Gunship, troop carrier, medivac, the Huey was an ever-present symbol of war and of home to the Vietnam digger as he answered the call of duty. The obverse features a commemorative seal depicting the “Huey” chopper, the years of military involvement and the heartfelt message “A Nation’s Gratitude”. Struck to a high specification and layered in pure 24-carat gold, with a limitation of only 9,999 issues worldwide.

Alloy Fully layered in pure 24 carat gold Diameter 38.60mm Edition limit 9,999 issues Issuing authority The Commonwealth Mint Reverse Portrait of lone digger, his battalion in relief and the iconic “Huey” Obverse Commemorative seal depicting the “Huey”, years of service and the heartfelt message “A Nations Gratitude” Quality Proof, the highest possible quality, struck especially for collectors

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An elegant, high gloss case to display the coin will also accompany a future delivery and is yours FREE as part of your collection. Shown with a Certificate of Authenticity.

This coin is not legal tender and bears no monetary face value

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