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GIVIT donation of the week: Size two kid’s clothes

GIVIT is calling on people across the Capital Region to donate size two baby clothes to assist a young mother who has recently had her child returned to her care. This mother has worked extremely hard to be reunited with her baby boy after escaping domestic violence and experiencing mental illness. They would benefit from the donation of high-quality size two boy’s clothes in a mix of styles and uses including pyjamas, winter clothing and swimwear. Generous Canberrans can donate these items or fund the purchase of clothes in increments of $10. 100% of money donated will be used to purchase this clothing. To find out how you can help please visit: givit.org.au/whats-needed, Search Category: keyword ‘mixed clothes - boy’, Location: ‘ACT’.

Garage Sale

Come along for a bargain or two, with Bric-a-Brac, toys, preloved clothes, shoes, plants and lots more on Saturday 29 April 8am-12pm at Good Shepherd Community Church, corner Hambidge and Proctor St, Chisholm. More info: communitydev@mygoodshepherd.org.au

ANUWFC trivia night

ANU Women’s Football Club Trivia Night Friday 28 April 6pm at Hellenic Club in the City. Teams of 8, $20 per person. More info: anuwfc.org or find ANUWFC on Facebook.

Another Chance Op Shop

50 per cent sale off entire store 14-22 April, at Scullin shopping centre, Ross Smith Cres & McIntosh St, Scullin. Open: Monday-Friday 10am4.30pm, Saturday 10am-1pm.

VIEW Club

Gungahlin Day: The next meeting is on Wednesday 26 April 11.45am at the Gungahlin Lakes Golf Club, Nicholls. Cost: $35 for a two-course lunch. Guest speaker: Val Dempsey, Senior Australian of the Year 2022. RSVP to Julie on 0422 505 771 by Sunday 23 April 9pm. Woden: Our next meeting is on Wednesday 26 April 11.30am at Southern Cross Club, Woden. Cost: $34 for two-course lunch. A guest speaker will talk about Corporal Ernest Corey MM+3Bars, from Numeralla NSW, who served in WWI. RSVP: Monica on 0412 664 195.

AHEPA charity lunch open to all

The Australasian Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA) is holding a charity lunch in support of people living with dementia and their carers in Canberra. The lunch is on Saturday 29 April 12pm at the Canberra Yacht Club, Yarralumla. Call Frankie on 0414 730 867 for tickets.

Friends of Ireland book launch

Friends of Ireland invite you to the launch of a new historical novel Rites of Passage, Immigrants & Settlers in Victoria 1850-1950 by John Collard, on 23 April 1.15pm, including readings and a Q&A, followed by a medley of Irish music, at the Canberra Irish Club, Weston. More info: friendsofireland.org.au

Healthy ageing activities

Capital Health Network (CHN) is inviting community organisations, allied health organisations and other organisations to apply to deliver innovative healthy ageing activities within the ACT through a ‘Request for Proposal’ process. More info: http://bit.ly/3L4qizj

WCCA Community Grants Program

Weston Creek Community Association has approved a total of $13,765.95 in this year’s grants Program to 4 incorporated community organisations for a variety of their projects: Southern ACT Catchment Group $3,272.73 for bench seat in park on Bertel Crescent Chapman; Stromlo Christian Church $5,083.42 for play equipment in their Playtime Program; Lions Youth Haven $4,006.60 for upgrade and restock of animal care facilities and gardening tools; Roundabout Canberra $1,403.20 for car seats to local families.

Community Kickstart by ISPT

Gungahlin Village, owned by ISPT, is giving away $10,000 to one local organisation to support their work in creating positive change in the lives and futures of those in the Gungahlin community. The program is open to all registered local groups and voluntary organisations. Applications close on Sunday 21 May, with the announcement of the successful group taking place on Monday 5 June. Community groups can apply via isptcommunitykickstart.com

Suited for persons who are retired or semi-retired looking for additional income.

Applicants need a driver’s licence and a one-tonne ute, van or equivalent.

Must be available on Thursday mornings from 8am to commence deliveries.

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1 upper part of a dress (6)

4 Sickness (6)

10 Extraterrestrial realm (5)

11 awkward (9)

12 Hindrance (9)

13 Harangue (5)

14 a rachnid (6)

15 Strong wind (4)

19 Strike (4)

20 Shooting star (6)

24 Japanese verse form (5)

25 Russian chemist who developed the periodic table (9)

27 clan leader (9)

28 accumulate (5)

29 Vocalist (6)

30 Erase (6)

Brain Busters

1 n oted German physicist Max Planck is known for contributions to which field of physics?

AR ie S MaR 21 – aPR 20

The solar eclipse is the second consecutive new moon in your sign, pointing to a fresh chapter in your life. Embrace it, even if it feels cumbersome or even daunting –because it can improve your life on many levels, such as your personal life, health and work.

TAu R u S aPR 21 – MaY 21 gemi N i MaY 22 – Jun 21

The solar eclipse signals an ideal time to kickstart a fresh chapter at work or to change your daily routine. For some Taureans, the new beginning will encourage you to focus on health. Look for ways to boost your wellbeing and to engage in favourite activities.

Thursday’s solar eclipse signifies a change in the way you interact with a group, friends or an organisation. A turning point may be reached where being bold or entrepreneurial could work for you if you plan ahead and look for new ways to manage duties and finances.

CANC e R Jun 22 – Jul 22

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1 Without foundation (8)

2 Theatrical (8)

3 fissure (7)

5 Stunning (7)

6 Sacred beetle (6)

7 Horn of a deer (6)

8 Wireless internet (2-2)

9 Start of the calendar (3,4)

16 Porridge (7)

17 Sing to (8)

18 fissure in a glacier (8)

19 Struggle confusedly (7)

21 Promote (7)

22 i nspects (6)

23 Subordinate (6)

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2 To what language group does the English language belong?

3 Which two foods combine to make the English dish toad in the hole?

4 i n which children's book does Mr. Toad become obsessed with motorcars?

5 i n what direction do trade winds blow?

SOLUTIONS leO Jul 23 – auG 23 vi R g O auG 24 – SEPT 23 li BRA SEPT 24 – ocT 23

Thursday’s solar eclipse could reinvigorate your career, general status and direction. So, if you have felt your projects are lacking in direction, take heart and make great strides ahead. Be tactful for best results and find new ways to manage key relationships.

Thursday’s solar eclipse will provide considerable direction concerning how to manage your projects and activities, and also shared areas such as your home, duties or finances. Be ready to take action in a fresh direction, even if some negotiations are intense.

This is a good time to revitalise your shared financial circumstances and personal obligations so take the necessary steps to put a progressive plan in place. For some Virgos, the eclipse could facilitate a fresh relationship dynamic at home.

A change in circumstances in connection with your business or personal partnerships is likely. For some Librans, the eclipse will revitalise domestic circumstances, so it’s a good time to consider how to boost this key area, even if a transformation seems tough at first.

SCORP i O ocT 24 – noV 22

Get ready to embrace a fresh work or health routine. This is a good time to configure a more efficient schedule if your energy levels, or those of someone close, have been depleted. News or travel will require additional focus to avoid disappointment.

SAgi TTAR iu S noV 23 – DEc 21

Negotiations and discussions are the keys to success now, as the solar eclipse will ask that you are both dynamic and yet careful about the agreements you make over coming days and weeks. A personal situation will merit a careful approach, especially financially.

CAPR i CORN DEc 22 – Jan 20

Thursday’s solar eclipse signals a new chapter in your domestic life or with family. You may be put under pressure to make changes in your personal life or financially. Avoid arguments as these will become long-standing. Instead, consider taking a constructive approach.

AquAR iu S Jan 21 – fEb 19

Thursday’s solar eclipse will bring a fresh understanding in a relationship or within your communications and interactions in general. Take the initiative with travel plans; they could work. Your interest in the esoteric, a change at work and interests will merit focus.

P i SC e S fEb 20 – MaR 20 iN THe STARS with PaTSY bEnnETT

Thursday’s solar eclipse suggests your finances will benefit from a reboot. Take advantage of new options but avoid impulsive decisions. The eclipse will help rejuvenate interpersonal dynamics, but not without important talks first.

For personal readings, contact Patsy through her website to make an appointment, or call 0448 808 333.

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