17 August 2023

From the editor

How’s this for coincidence? Back in the late 1970s, I was an exchange student to Southern California along with a Brisbane boy named Ian, who went on to study medicine at University of Queensland alongside my high school bestie, Theresa. With a visit to Brisbane on the cards and knowing Ian had just moved to West End, where I would be staying with ex-Canberra friends who recently relocated there, we organised (via social media) a catch-up in real life. On arrival, I mentioned to my hosts, who own a toy poodle, that I was catching up with Ian, who owns a mini poodle named Eileen, and also lives in West

Constructed by Walmsley Building, this remarkable extension to a heritage-listed Tocumwal House in O’Connor won MBA awards at the ACT and national levels. Photography by Ben Guthrie, The Guthrie Project. See cover story, page 47.

A floor you can eat o : meet Ryan from RecycleAbilities

Expressing his passion for recycling, puzzles and woodwork, Ryan Gilligan transforms old floorboards and discarded pieces of wood into fun and functional cheeseboards.

Step one: scout wood mill discard piles, buy second-hand flooring, or rescue items from around the home, such as a broken chair.

Step two: prepare the wood, use a metal detector to ensure there are no nails, trim the edges with the table saw, and then cut to length using the drop-saw.

Things then get a bit sticky, with lengths being glued and clamped together. Next up, the waiting game; two days to dry, then the wood is planed smooth on both sides.

A big decision comes next: what shape to make the board. A stencil is positioned before using the bandsaw and drill press. The board is sanded and trimmed, and any holes are filled before more sanding and sealing.

Finally, you have a beautifully handcrafted bespoke cheeseboard, created into the shape of one of Ryan’s favourite things. The first board was made in the image of his beloved cat, Misty; since then, more animals have come along, as well as shapes inspired by pastimes, like puzzle pieces and basketballs.

Initially sharing the boards with friends and family, Ryan started selling his works, which can be found at Smith’s Alternative and on his RecycleAbilities website. Custom orders can be made; the wait-time is a bit over a month and each piece is a labour of love.

After graduating from school in 2020, the options available to Ryan were limited and weren’t what his family felt were best for him. Unable to secure work through a disability employment service provider, Ryan was o ered part-time placements in disability programs.

“I’ve seen many young people like Ryan who are unable to find employment, and fall between the cracks. Expectations for them are low and they either end up in day-care programs or at home with little to do. We truly believe that Ryan, despite his challenges, can be a contributing member of society,” says Ryan’s mum, Corinna Gilligan.

Not wanting Ryan to go backwards and knowing he was capable of doing more, his family were determined to find something that would work with Ryan, not against him. Corinna says it was a matter of observing Ryan’s strengths and passions and building something around that, rather than concentrating on the fact that he was a young man on the autism spectrum.

Supported by the NDIS, Ryan was able to undertake work experience and volunteering opportunities, during which time his love of woodwork surfaced. It is under the guidance of mentor and carer, Gerry Andrews at the Men’s Shed in Belconnen, that Ryan creates his cheeseboards.

A chance encounter brought Corinna and Gerry together, meeting through one of Gerry’s clients who Corinna visited through the Red Cross volunteering program. Having a chat, the pair decided Ryan and Gerry would be a great fit.

“I thought that Ryan, just from the chats with Corinna, Ryan might be interested in one of the activities I used to do at the computer recycling place and we did that for a while,” says Gerry.

With a strong woodworking background, Gerry says he is at the Men’s Shed almost as often as it is open. Never meeting a tool he didn’t like, Gerry took to the craft like a duck to water.

“For me, when I see a piece of wood, sometimes it just kind of tells me what it wants to be or that the challenge of getting it to conform … It’s like I see pieces of wood and they just kind of want to be something and so I’ll let that happen,” he says.

Gerry brought Ryan to practise some woodworking during their time together and noticed that woodwork had more future potential than computer recycling; changing gears, they moved all their sessions together to the Men’s Shed.

While Ryan has limited verbal language and is sensitive to noise, he thrives in the Men’s Shed environment. Corinna says that on the morning he spends with Gerry at the shed, Ryan is ready and waiting with his bags packed and an idea in mind of what they could make that day.

“As a young person with an intellectual disability, he is quite often undervalued, whereas in this environment and with doing his boards, it’s turned the tables for him. He is now a normal young person going to the Men’s Shed and he is creating something of value that other people like and that means a lot to him,” says Corinna. Find Ryan’s cheeseboards and more information at RecycleAbilities: sites.google.com/view/recycleabilitieswoodwork Full story online.

- Jessica Cordwell

Ryan Gilligan creates fun and eye-catching cheeseboards from recycled wood. Photos: Kerrie Brewer.

Ryan Gilligan (right) and mentor Gerry Andrews creating new pieces at the Men’s Shed.

WITH GREG HARFORD CEO CANBERRA BUSINESS CHAMBER

Canberra Business Chamber: Speaking up for business in the ACT

In my first monthly column for Canberra Weekly, I would like to introduce myself. I am Greg Harford, the new Chief Executive of the Canberra Business Chamber, and my role is to speak up for business here in the ACT; to make sure that both the Territory and Federal Governments are aware of the issues facing business here; and to help businesses connect with each other.

I am settling into my new role and, as a new arrival in Canberra, I am very pleased to be here. I have been visiting Canberra regularly for years, and I have always liked the beautiful outdoor environment, our seasonal climate, our great restaurants, and our monuments and museums.

Before taking on my new role at the Chamber, I had not appreciated what a significant contribution business makes to life here in the Territory. There are around

33,000 businesses in the ACT, and around two-thirds of jobs in Canberra are in the private sector. While Canberra is a government town, ultimately, it’s private businesses that generate massive economic activity, pay the wages and salaries of most people who live here, and deliver the services to government that help keep Australia moving forward. I’m proud to be championing all those businesses, and the great work they do here in Canberra, and beyond.

As I have been out meeting businesses over the past few weeks, the big challenge I’m hearing about is workforce. Businesses need to employ workers so they can provide services to customers – but there are lots of businesses here in the ACT that are really struggling to find the people they need to fill roles. This is acting as a handbrake on businesses that find themselves caught in a Catch-22 situation, where they can’t grow without people, yet can’t

find the people they need to grow. Ultimately, the lack of skilled workers is limiting the opportunities for everyone in the ACT, because businesses can’t grow to their potential.

Canberra’s an amazing city, but I think we can do better at telling our story to other parts of Australia, and even beyond. We need to be letting people know that there’s far more to Canberra than parliament and the public service. We need to let people know that there are massive opportunities here in the private sector. And we need to be selling Canberra as a great and safe lifestyle destination for people looking for a change.

As the voice of business, the Canberra Business Chamber is out and about working with the ACT and Federal Governments on a range of issues. Ultimately, what’s good for business is good for communities, and we all need business to be successful.

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Why didn’t the Barr government get Women’s World Cup matches?

By the time you read this, the Matildas will either have gained a spot in the World Cup final or gone down to England in a historic semi-final match.

It has been wonderful to see, especially in the middle of the divisive Voice campaign, the unifying effect the magnificent Matildas have had on Australians. Whilst I’m at it, congratulations to the Australian netball team on their world championship win, too. Our girls are certainly making us proud, and participation by women and girls in sport will soar as a result, to the benefit of us all.

Sport, however, is not just a most enjoyable activity. Team sport, especially, teaches us many of life’s lessons. It helps develop character, especially in young people.

It can also be very lucrative to the communities who host sporting events. For this reason, governments across Australia often stump up big bucks to host major sporting fixtures. The old yardstick – that for every $1

spent by the government to get a sporting event, you need to have a return of at least $7 to make money – still applies. Some time ago, I wrote about how the Summernats in the early 1990s brought in $46 for every $1 the ACT Government spent in hosting the event in Canberra. I also recall as sports minister investing $10,000 so we could get an international triathlon event that was televised worldwide to more than 100 million people, showcasing Canberra on TV for two hours or so. Pictures of the lake, Parliament House, and our other attractions went around the world. It would have cost millions to buy the sort of advertising we got from that event.

It therefore surprised me when Mr Barr didn’t cough up the $1 million needed to ensure Canberra could host a few Women’s World Cup matches. As even the most basic match attracted crowds of 25,000-plus, we could well have hosted some at Bruce (GIO) Stadium. This event was watched by several

billion people worldwide, and would have been great in promoting Canberra. For a government that has no problem spending $3 billion on a tram to Woden, $3 million a year or so for four games of AFL, and $91 billion for a failed accounting system (and God only knows how much the Lehrmann / Brittany Higgins saga will end up costing the ACT ratepayer!), that‘s really not that much when you look at it.

I think the opposition should at least pursue this in the Assembly and see what was behind the government’s reasoning in not bidding for matches, and what economic argument they followed in deciding not to fund the event in Canberra.

Despite our not hosting any matches, we can still benefit from this wonderful event. Canberra has a proud tradition in women’s sport and women’s football (soccer) especially, thanks to the work of visionary female leaders such as Heather Reid, former CEO of Football Canberra. The success of the Matildas will encourage thousands more Canberran girls and women to take up this fine sport – to the benefit of all concerned.

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Lifeline Canberra recognises ACT’s Women of Spirit

Dr Karen Demmery, Wiradjuri woman, mental health first aid and trauma counsellor, and trainer/ facilitator, has received Lifeline Canberra’s Women of Spirit Award, honouring women in the community who have overcome adversity, given back, and inspired others to do the same.

Dr Demmery is the founder of Burbirra, a business consulting, training, and counselling company, and of not-for-profit Spirit Hive, an organisation that supports people at risk of suicide, self-harm, and other damaging behaviours arising from mental health issues. She has worked in the field of health and wellbeing for more than a decade, and overcome addiction and depression.

“I always wanted to look at giving back, because I wanted to be what someone else was for me when I was going through my darkest time,” Dr Demmery said. “The fact that I’m standing here before you now getting recognition for that is just really cool!”

Dr Demmery said she never expected any kind of recognition: “We just continue to do this sort of thing because that’s what we do.”

She thanked her husband and, in particular, her son, “who helped me to get to that point where I wanted to make my life better”.

“He looked at me one day, and said: ‘Who are you, and what have you done with my mother?’ That was enough for me to then be able to go ‘I need to make a difference’, because I didn’t want my grandkids that aren’t even here yet on that same path.”

Dr Demmery was chosen from a pool of 11 nominees.

Franchesca Isla received the Rising Women of Spirit Award, which recognises women who have only recently overcome adversity, yet are still achieving amazing outcomes in the community.

Ms Isla is a counsellor for Toora Women Inc, a support service for women impacted by violence, homelessness, the criminal justice system, or alcohol and drug dependency. She created the Brave blog program for bullying prevention charity Bully Zero Australia.

“Women of spirit are often hidden in our

community, quietly working away and giving their time to lift up others and support vital causes,” Lifeline Canberra CEO Carrie Leeson said. “For this reason, each year we ask Canberrans to help us uncover women of spirit in our community so we can recognise their efforts and tell their important and inspiring stories.”

The Awards were presented at a luncheon at the National Gallery of Australia’s Gandel Hall on Tuesday 15 August.

- Nick Fuller

Franchesca Isla (left) and Dr Karen Demmery were honoured at Lifeline Canberra’s Women of Spirit Awards on 15 August.

Photo: Bianca Naoumidis.

COMFORT & Style

Ageing City Police Station poses threat to court witnesses and police

Canberra’s ageing City Police Station (built in 1966) and encroaching light rail works pose a real threat to victims and witnesses attending court and to city police officers.

The 53-year-old building – the oldest building in the ACT Government portfolio – has lost all parking spaces behind the station (Knowles Place) forcing victims and witnesses to be “paraded” at the front because there is no longer a “subtle” rear access.

On-duty police cars are forced to park on London Circuit where they are public targets for vandalism, with one of the cars having a brick thrown through a window and another parked police car being side-swiped, narrowly missing a police officer.

Detective Inspector Stephen Ladd says there are more than 210 personnel working at the station (including 88 police officers) and six intelligence officers have to “hot-desk” due to a lack of space.

“Because we lost our parking spaces, when we bring witnesses and victims into the station now, we’re parading them out the front of the

station as opposed to bringing them in subtly at the back door,” Inspector Ladd said.

“Once the light rail construction begins on this section of London Circuit, their proposal is to move all of our police parking in front of the courts, which is even worse in terms of the subtleties of bringing in victims and witnesses. We have protests in front of the courts regularly and you also have people we’ve had dealings with coming in and out of the court. It’s very problematic.”

The two-way section of road on Knowles Place is also a hazard when police trucks await access to the rear watchhouse entrance. There is often a line-up of vehicles, dangerously jutting out onto the road.

The city’s only watchhouse with 40-plus cells is also outdated, with two mass holding cells no longer in use as they are non-compliant with current standards. One of two padded cells is damaged and unable to be repaired. The building’s ceilings leak during heavy storms.

Acting Superintendent John Hawkins says the watchhouse is almost 30 years old and was

never intended to be a watchhouse – it was originally a car park that was retro-fitted in 1994.

“It was never built for the purpose of a watchhouse and now most of these products are no longer available so a lot of these things we’re looking at require bespoke retrofits or major works to complete the change in the configuration of facilities,” he said.

While Inspector Ladd welcomes the ACT Government’s $127 million funding to bolster ACT Policing, he said “we just don’t have the space to accommodate them”.

“The City/Braddon population is forecast at 20,000 to 30,000 people in the next 10 years,” he said. “We can’t service the community at that rate with the facilities that we have. The expansion we would need to service that, we just don’t have and there’s no real way to retrofit the current station.”

The ACT Government recently committed to a feasibility study to assess the potential requirements for future police station facilities in the Woden and City districts, as well as for the ACT Policing headquarters. Full story online.

- Georgia Curry

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Exercise shouldn’t make feature Heart Foundation skip kids’ hearts a beat

Primary school children can join in free skipping workshops by the Heart Foundation

On Saturday 26 August, good vibrations will be felt across the ACT, as the inaugural Skipping for Healthy Hearts program kicks off in the Inner City, Belconnen, Gungahlin, Woden and Tuggeranong. These fun, free, and accessible skipping workshops are one of multiple sports programs that will receive funding over the next three years to get kids in the ACT moving again.

Skipping for Healthy Hearts will run every Saturday afternoon across all five regions.

“Research shows that even prior

to COVID-19 lockdowns, kids in the ACT were not meeting recommendations for daily physical activity,” says program coordinator Clare Sullivan.

“The aim of the program is to make physical activity a normal part of their daily lives again.

“Screen time, especially during the pandemic, has become a challenge for many families to manage. We want to get kids back in touch with their bodies and feeling confident to participate in sport.

“A huge goal is to make our program as accessible as possible. One of the great things about skipping is that it’s a low barrier to entry sport.”

The program is free to enter, and every child will be given a skipping rope so that they can practice at home between Saturdays.

“All they need to do is show up with comfortable shoes on,” Ms Sullivan said.

As well as being a fantastic way to build coordination, skipping is often a social activity for young kids, which is why the Heart Foundation has a longstanding relationship with it. Their Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser has raised much needed funds for the charity for over 40 years!

Canberra Beatles fan tries and fails to donate memorabilia to museum

A Canberra Beatles fan has thousands of Beatles memorabilia items stored in boxes and, unbelievably, no museum in Australia wants his priceless donation – so it’s up for sale on Facebook.

Beatles fan and local musician, Dallas Atkins, started collecting Beatles memorabilia in the ‘70s and he boasts 1964 original autographs of George Harrison and Paul McCartney that were given to an Australian reporter (who lost the autographs of John Lennon and Ringo Starr).

Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum originally agreed to accept the collection but cancelled at the last minute. Canberra’s National Museum of Australia and National

Film and Sound Archives both said no to Dallas’s offer.

“They’re all going to regret it because in two-and-ahalf years it’s 60 years since Beatlemania,” Dallas says. “The world will be celebrating.”

Dallas, 61, has been a singer most of his life and through his overseas touring, brought thousands of Beatles merchandise items back to Australia, where merchandise production was scarce.

He has a $50 band-aid with “help” written on it, which was put out by Capital Records to promote the Beatles’ Help album in 1965. Dallas also collected a Yellow Submarine lunchbox (used) and a single-pack balloon

with Beatles written on it.

Dallas has met Pete Best (the original drummer before Ringo) and he’s seen Paul McCartney perform (in 2017) – but he never actually saw The Beatles. By the time he got hooked, the band had already broken up. He’s still weighing up whether or not to buy a ticket to McCartney’s current Australia tour.

So why is Dallas selling his life-long collection? His kids don’t want to inherit it.

“When you’re a collector, you don’t think about the future, what’s going to happen to it,” Dallas says. “My kids aren’t interested at all. There’s wall-to-wall knick-knacks of Beatles, thousands of little dolls and cigarette lighters and matchboxes, it’s overwhelming.

Unlike Jump Rope for Heart, no donation is required to participate in Skipping for Healthy Hearts. Each program will run for six weeks, four times a year.

Parents are encouraged to stick around and supervise. Each workshop will be led by two qualified coaches, trained by none other than World Record holder and Australia’s Got Talent alumni, Luke Boon. Spots are limited and filling up fast. For registration forms and FAQs, visit www.heartfoundation.org.au/ skipping-for-healthy-hearts

When you say you’re going to pass down that, they run a mile.

“If someone came up and said I’ll give you $30,000 for it –even though that’s low – I’d be happy,” Dallas says. “I would’ve put $80,000 into it. There’s no way I’ll get that back.”

Facebook: @DallasAtikinsMusic - Georgia Curry

Canberra Beatles fan Dallas Atkins is trying to donate his $80,000, life-long memorabilia collection to museums.

From public service to politics: Ed Cocks’s first year as an MLA

In June 2022, public servant Ed Cocks became the Canberra Liberals Member for Murrumbidgee in a ballot countback following Giulia Jones’s retirement from politics.

CW talked to the MLA about his “busy and successful” first year managing three shadow portfolios and representing the residents of Woden, Weston Creek, Molonglo Valley, Deakin, Yarralumla, and Kambah. (Full story online.)

“I never planned to be in opposition coming in, but it’s been really valuable being able to spend so much time connecting with my community, my constituents, and advocating for them,” Ed Cocks says.

Mr Cocks stood as a Canberra Liberals candidate in the 2016 and 2020 elections, then served as the party’s ACT policy convener from 2016 to last year. Nevertheless, he says, he came to politics late.

“I wasn’t brought up in a household that had any open, political statements; politics and the way someone voted was a personal decision.”

As a public servant in 2007–08, having worked only under the John Howard government, Mr Cocks noticed a change in attitude when the Labor prime ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard came in.

“It wasn’t just a matter of management or where money went; they were fundamentally different approaches to the world. That was the trigger for me to start looking at what the different beliefs were in the different parties.”

He found that the Liberals’ values fundamentally aligned with his own: “Freedom of speech, of thought, of worship, to own property and to make choices in the market, and to contribute to society in the way that you see fit.”

Mr Cocks is Shadow Minister for Mental Health – building on his experience in the Department of Health – and also for Regulatory Services and for Jobs and Workplace Affairs. The big issues, he believes, are “gaps and cracks” in the mental health system; men’s mental health; complex and opaque government systems; and businesses

struggling to find employees due to Canberra’s high living costs. He is developing Liberal policy in those areas for next year’s election.

Mr Cocks says his “number one job is as a local member”, and that he is “always available for my constituents, no matter what”. Molonglo Valley, the fastest-growing region in the ACT, needs community infrastructure such as a town centre, or its own police station. Woden residents need arts and cultural facilities and sporting facilities, which have gradually disappeared from the area, while Inner South dwellers complain that footpaths, roads, and ovals are degraded.

“A lot of people across the electorate feel like we’ve been missing out in the south,” Mr Cocks says. “There hasn’t been that sort of emphasis on making sure people have things that they need to live and spend their time happily in their homes.”

The election is 14 months away. Mr Cocks say he will spend much of the next year doorknocking, meeting people in the community, standing up for the issues that matter to them, and advocating for change in the Legislative Assembly.

“I’d encourage anyone in our community, if there’s an issue, to reach out and get in touch.”

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GIVIT donation of the week: Vacuum cleaner

GIVIT is working with a community centre in the ACT that is assisting a woman who lost most of her belongings in a house fire. She has no insurance and is currently staying in temporary accommodation. They are requesting the donation of a vacuum cleaner to assist this woman in rebuilding her life. Generous Territorians can donate a vacuum cleaner in good working order, or funds to purchase a new one with 100% of money received by GIVIT used to purchase this item. To donate or fund, visit givit.org.au/whats-needed, search Category: ‘vacuum cleaner’; Location: ‘ACT’.

Kippax Monthly Marketplace

Kippax Uniting Church will hold our next monthly marketplace on Saturday 19 August 9am-1pm. Stallholders will sell their wares and we will have our usual barbecue and morning teas. This month’s theme for our pre-loved items is children’s goods of all kinds, and also a free family fun festival. Community donations will be accepted on Friday 18 August.

Friends of ANBG Thursday Talks

On Thursday 24 August, during World Water Week, Bronwen Saunders, a passionate citizen scientist and children’s author who delights in sharing fascinating facts about Australia’s natural history with young readers, will speak on: The Story behind the Story, and Diprotodon Herd insights (a prehistoric giant wombat). ANBG Visitor Centre Theatrette, 12.30 to 1.30 pm Entry by gold coin donation. Bookings desirable via the link at friendsanbg.org.au/calendar.

West Belconnen Babies

A new free drop-in support group for babies in their first year and their caregivers in West Belconnen meets fortnightly on Wednesdays (from 16 August) 9.30-11am at Mike and Barney’s Community Centre, 10 Charnwood Place, Charnwood. Parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles and more are all welcome. Hosted by MACH Nurse Gaye with the generous support of St Barnabas Church, meet other parents and swap advice and tips in a friendly, informal environment. Drop in for a cuppa and a chat. Stay for a short time or longer! Children up to preschool age welcome to attend with their siblings.

Yarralumla Craft Destash Market

This trash and treasure market specialising in craft materials is on Saturday 2 September 10am–1pm at Yarralumla Uniting Church Centre, Denman St, Yarralumla. Gold coin entry. Refreshments will be available. More info: email artsandcrafts@yarrauniting.org.au or find midwinterartsandcrafts on Facebook.

VIEW Club

Weston Creek: Our next meeting is on Tuesday 5 September 11.30am at Canberra Southern Cross Club, Woden. Cost: $38, includes two-course meal. Guest speaker: Maddison Perkins of The Smith Family to discuss programs and issues facing the community. RSVP to Barbara on 0408 864 616 by Thursday 31 August. VIEW Clubs raise money for The Smith Family’s ‘Learning for Life’ program - supporting disadvantaged young Australians.

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Protected Nature Park?

Please tell the ACT Labor / Greens Government that my family doesn’t visit our local ‘Nature Park’ to admire the grass. We also don’t go just for the Yellow Box. We go to experience and connect with all the native plants and animals that inhabit these lands, and the gentle Eastern Grey Kangaroo is an integral part of this natural ecosystem. So please stop killing our Kangaroos and turning our ‘Nature Park’ into a place of cruel mass-slaughter!

- Natalie Baczynski, Deakin

Announce a date

With the Voice campaign now perceptively losing traction,

it’s time for the PM to finally announce a referendum date or risk antagonising voters into voting “no” at the upcoming referendum, as voters are now sick and tired of having the Voice forced down their throats on a daily basis. As apparently a vast number of voters have already made up their minds one way or another, and the voting pattern to date would be hard to change, I cannot see how delaying announcing a referendum date would advantage a moribund Voice. Instead of procrastinating, Albo should “do the right thing” by announcing the referendum date now, and put an end to this neverending political charade.

- Mario Stivala, Belconnen

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You’ll gain a sense of progress with a project, as your investment in it and in certain people will pay off. However, you must avoid making agreements that have little basis in facts, as you may otherwise need to re-think them at a later date.

LIBRA SEPT 24 – OCT 23

A friend, family member or organisation could encourage you to take on more responsibility and to be happier to take the lead, even if you must draw on your deeper reserves. Be sure to gain the facts you need to make progress.

BRAIN BUSTERS

1 Beyoncé Knowles gained fame in which R&B group?

DOWN

1 Spectacles (7)

2 Scope (5)

3 Indulge, – on (7)

5 Makeshift bed (6)

6 Accounts (7)

7 Custom (9)

8 Stung (7)

10 Herb (5)

14 Relating to a large company (9)

16 Exits (7)

17 Having three dimensions (7)

19 Be overcome by a sudden fear (5)

20 Month (7)

21 Majestic (7)

22 Young cat (6)

25 Bird jaws (5)

2 True or false: a crocodile can stick out its tongue?

3 The Barents Sea is a marginal sea of which ocean?

4 In what year was the character Mickey Mouse created?

5 Which star of The Green Mile previously worked as a bodyguard for Will Smith, Martin Lawrence and The Notorious B.I.G?

SOLUTIONS

SCORPIO OCT 24 – NOV 22

You’ll enjoy getting together with like-minded people, but must guard against impulsive behaviour that could land you in hot water. Key news or a get-together will supply you with fresh perspective regarding your status or that of someone close.

SAGITTARIUS NOV 23 – DEC 21

You’ll gain direction as an event will provide insight into your biggerpicture options moving forward, especially regarding your status or career. An optimistic outlook is warranted, but you must avoid conflict and seeing life through rose-coloured glasses.

CAPRICORN DEC 22 – JAN 20

A lively get-together with someone you admire will be poignant. It’s in your interest to develop a strong workable relationship and to find a compromise where you feel that your aims are contrary to those of someone close.

AQUARIUS JAN 21 – FEB 19

You’ll appreciate the company of an uplifting character and the chance to deepen your relationship. You may enjoy an unexpected development at home. Avoid magnifying disagreements. Look for solutions instead, including with financial matters.

PISCES FEB 20 – MAR 20

It’s all hands on deck as you gain the chance to move forward with a key agreement or partnership in unexpected ways. However, if some arrangements don’t go as planned, especially regarding your work, be sure to discuss facts. Avoid suppositions.

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20

This is a romantic and creative week, as much can be achieved. But you must be prepared to see someone else’s point of view and to collaborate, especially regarding a financial or domestic investment. A work project may require additional research.

TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21

A significant development concerning your domestic or personal life will be the cornerstone of events, and you’ll gain a deeper understanding of someone as a result. You may be surprised by developments. Romance and art could blossom, to be inspired.

GEMINI MAY 22 – JUN 21

Key news and developments will involve the need to be super clear in your communications, either at work or regarding a key financial investment. Aim to gain as much clarity as you can, especially regarding a work project that could impact your home.

CANCER JUN 22 – JUL 22

You’ll enjoy socialising and networking, and may be drawn to be a little reckless, so be sure to maintain perspective. Certain talks may seem counterproductive, so be sure take the time to consider a fresh approach to a valuable relationship.

IN THE STARS with PATSY BENNETT

For personal readings, contact Patsy through her website to make an appointment, or call 0448 808 333. Facebook: facebook.com/patsybennettpsychicastrology Instagram: instagram.com/patsybennettastrology www.patsybennett.com

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IMPROVEMENT home

advertising feature

There’s no place like it, and with most of us spending more time there in the past few years, home has taken on even more significance. Help show your home the love it deserves, and invest in what is likely your most valuable asset, with help and advice from the local advertisers in this special Home Improvement feature.

wi Journey Home Create your dream home

Journey Home has been featured in Australian House & Garden magazine, Australian Women’s Weekly Home, the Capital magazine, and more. Nadine Neilson helps her clients create timeless elegant spaces that are authentic to them.

How did you get started in the industry?

My mum was a designer and my dad a builder, so I grew up around making homes beautiful. After deciding not to be an accountant, I started in the furniture industry in 2003, developing and marketing furniture lines to the design trade.

What do you love about your job?

When I started my design business it was all about seeing the finished room, but more and more I enjoy helping people get what they want or helping them through hurdles, building my reputation for being the reliable part of the process.

What is the most challenging aspect of your work?

As with all industries, the age of the internet and pressure on margins is changing the furniture industry in many ways and we have to adapt.

What are the latest trends shaping your industry?

Even the world of classic interiors has trends, and I have seen the all-white trend of the Hamptons shift towards warmer, cozier woods, as well as the return of old-world touches.

What can clients expect when working with you?

Whether it’s a consult or a large design project, I will take the time to understand the problem in front of me and will be very clear on how it will be delivered. I don’t try to bulldoze clients into things they don’t like, so I will make sure that we are a style-fit before we start. My goal is to provide design that is actionable.

What are your company’s core values?

That there is function in beauty. Architecturally speaking, we value sympathetic extensions and character homes. We take the overwhelm and legwork out of making a house feel stylish and comfortable.

What’s the best way to contact Journey Home Interiors?

Call 0401 466 199 or visit my website at journey-home.com.au for more info and free guides.

“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.”

- William J Bennett

Bring Home: SCOTT LEGGO GALLERYAuralia

How long have you been working in the industry? How did you get started?

The business has been operating for over fifteen years and we’ve been supplying my Australian made artworks throughout that time. My background is somewhat varied. I’ve been fortunate to have previously worked in Australia and overseas as a management consultant with some of the world’s top management consulting firms. Prior to that I was a diplomat and was previously an O cer in the Air Force for ten years. Now I get to travel and help share Australia with others through my photography. It’s terrific to get the feedback from clients when we’re able to transform their homes and workplaces with new artwork.

What do you love about your job?

Getting to travel Australia and then share the beauty of this great country with other people. For me, spending time outdoors is one of the key reasons I got into this business. I particularly love the snow and alpine areas of Australia, but over the last 12 months, I have been spending time air borne capturing Australia from a helicopter or drone. I love the link back to my Air Force days and thoroughly enjoy the abstract images that come from being in the air. More of my aerials are showcased in the new gallery.

What do you consider to be the most

challenging aspect of your work? How do you overcome these challenges?

Camping in the snow, leaning out of a helicopter, or snow shoeing into a blizzard can all be challenging as I seek to capture the best and unique photography. Likewise, it can be a lot of fun too.

What are the latest trends shaping your industry?

We’re finding that people are increasingly looking for more abstract images. In line with this trend, we are increasing the number of abstract artworks in the collection, with more and more aerial abstracts. Often taken from a helicopter over stunning scenery, these images provide a di erent perspective on the landscape and we’re finding people are really liking the unique angles. This is definitely something we will be doing more of going forward. Of course, the more traditional landscape photos will always be in the mix.

What can clients expect when they engage with you for your services?

A team of passionate, knowledgeable, and helpful sta . We know that sometimes it can be daunting choosing the right artwork, so they will find that any member of the team here can help them choose the right piece for them. All our artworks are Australian made and premium quality.

What are your company’s core values? Our values are respect, integrity, excellence, and

teamwork. These values guide us each day, not just internally, but in how we engage with our customers, our community, our suppliers, and our environment.

How do you improve clients’ homes?

We help people bring the Australian outdoors into their home. With a collection of artworks that feature photos from across the great southern land, there’s something in our collection that will suit any space.

What type of projects do you specialise in?

Customers can purchase framed prints, acrylic wall mounts or for smaller spaces, our acrylic desk blocks which are popular choice for desks, bookshelves, bedside tables – any horizontal surface really.

How can people get in touch?

They can visit the Scott Leggo Gallery at 33 Jardine St Kingston, seven days a week. We’re open from 10am daily and our friendly team of sta are there to help people with their artwork selections whether it’s for their home, work, or a gift for someone else. For those that can’t make it in store, our full collection can be viewed at scottleggo.com with online ordering available and free Australia-wide delivery on all purchases.

Transform your space with unique artworks that capture the beauty of Australia. Explore the Scott Leggo Gallery in Kingston for premium Australian-made pieces.

IN-DEPTH LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION BRING YOUR BACKYARD TO LIFE

Backed by more than 50 years of landscaping experience between them, In-Depth Landscape Construction founder Justin and his expert team are motivated by making their clients’ backyard dreams come true.

Tell us about you and your business.

I have been working in the landscape construction industry for 20 years, and founded In-Depth Landscape Construction three years ago. I got started when I was younger as I always had a passion turning my clients’ backyard dreams into a reality.

Here at In-Depth Landscape, we have two diverse landscape teams with over 50 years’ experience collectively, and two dedicated fencing teams, two lovely administration sta , one project manager, and one fencing and pergola specialist manager.

We improve clients’ homes by providing complete yard transformations, and we manage all aspects of the project from design through to handover, using the best quality tradespeople, and

dreamsensuring no detail is overlooked.

Clients can expect a family-friendly team, well-presented sta , attention to detail, open and honest communication throughout the project, and a complete one-stop-shop experience.

Our company’s core values are trust, respect, honesty, and integrity. We aim to maintain an open and honest dialogue with our clients throughout the entire project.

What’s the best part of your job? And the most challenging?

My favourite part is seeing clients’ joy when their personal oasis is completed and their expectations are exceeded, especially when they can enjoy it with their family, including grown-up children.

The most challenging aspect is managing extreme weather conditions, particularly during

Canberra’s wet winters. We overcome these challenges through careful planning and adapting our construction methods to suit the conditions.

How has landscaping evolved?

The latest trend in our industry is a growing demand for sustainable, eco-friendly landscape projects designed and constructed for growing families to enjoy.

What have been your highlights to date?

I’m most proud of the moments when clients highly recommend us to their friends and family.

What do you enjoy about landscaping in Canberra?

Working in Canberra, I love the town and enjoy experiencing all the various seasonal changes.

What’s the best way to contact In-Depth Landscape Construction?

Clients can get in touch with us directly on 6293 2257, online at indepthlandscaping.com.au or via our email provided on the website.

IN-DEPTH LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION FENCING DIVISION

SETTING boundaries IN STYLE

Fences aren’t just barriers; they’re stories woven into the very fabric of our landscapes. Matt, the manager of the fencing division at In-Depth, says “Fencing is more than a business – it’s a craft that we have refined over 20 years.”

hat type of fencing options does In-Depth provide?

Championing the essence of quality and functionality, we o er several fencing options that cater to diverse aesthetic preferences. Firstly, Lysaght Colorbond Fencing, which is a perfect blend of robust security and refined design. We always wanted to provide an option that’s both resilient and elegant. The Lysaght Colorbond line o ers just that, seamlessly blending with Canberra’s unique architectural beauty.

Next is Aluminium Screening that has a sleek and chic finish, reflecting the evolving tastes of Canberra homeowners. Modern doesn’t mean fragile. We’ve seen a rise in homeowners looking for contemporary fencing solutions that are both minimalist in design and enduring in nature.

Thirdly, it’s the Timber Screening

that is more than just a fencing solution; it’s a nod to the timeless charm of nature. Integrating harmoniously with green spaces and patios, it brings warmth and organic beauty to the forefront. There’s something incredibly grounding about timber, it’s not just about setting up a fence; it’s about crafting an experience, one that resonates with nature.

What are your company’s core values?

It’s about understanding the heartbeat of Canberra homes, their owners, and the landscapes that surround them. Landscaping and Fencing is our canvas, and with each oasis we create, we paint stories of beauty, security, and belonging.

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Delta Air Conditioning & Heating

of 50 years legends Canberra’s cooling

For over half a century, the streets of Canberra have echoed with tales of a local hero in air conditioning –Delta Air Conditioning & Heating. A multi-award-winning family business, their legacy goes beyond just cooling homes. It’s about warm hearts, strong bonds, and cold, refreshing indoor breezes.

“Every Canberran knows the challenge of finding the perfect air conditioning unit, especially with the city’s unique climate demands,” says Director and Owner, Paul Oxford.

“In this quest, many fall into the pitfalls of undersized or oversized units sold by some of our competitors. The consequences? An inflated energy bill, inadequate heating during the bitter Canberra winters, or ine cient cooling during the sweltering summers.” In essence, a home that feels less like a haven and more like a battle against the elements.

Delta Air Conditioning & Heating puts these concerns to rest. Their unmatched quality lies in sizing

the unit just right – the first time, every time.

With interstate competition on the rise, the oldest air conditioning company in Canberra has maintained course thus far by o ering what their contenders cannot: decades of specialising in Canberra’s fickle temperatures, all year round.

Delta’s local experience dates back over 50 years. The business has been in Paul’s family since 1977 when his father David bought into the company, just five years after the store opened. Since then, the family business has thrived, helping a large number of Canberra families with their heating and air conditioning needs.

Stuart, one of their seasoned salespersons, embodies the spirit of Delta. With seven years at the business under his belt, Stuart isn’t just experienced; he’s a trusted advisor to long-standing customers.

“We understand that every home is unique, and so are the people living in it,” says Stuart. “Taking into account the lifestyle, preferences, and the very soul of a house, we ensure families find the right solution,

every single time.”

At its core, Delta is more than just a business. It’s a family. A sentiment that doesn’t just extend to their kin but to every single sta member. This belief in nurturing, supporting, training, and fostering growth is what sets them apart.

They believe in taking care of their own, ensuring every member feels valued and empowered.

Delta is not just looking at the present but is deeply committed to Canberra’s future. As part of the ACT Government’s sustainable housing scheme, they pave the way for greener choices in home comfort solutions.

Moreover, understanding the financial constraints many are currently facing, they have partnered with Brighte, o ering Interest-Free Finance options for unit purchases (subject to approval). With Delta, comfort doesn’t come at the cost of one’s peace of mind.

“If you’re thinking air-conditioning, think Delta Air Conditioning & Heating,” says Paul. “With us, you’re not just buying an air conditioning unit; you’re becoming part of a cherished family legacy of putting customers first and doing it right the first time, every time.”

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Ma ers of Paint and Plaster Cranky&Sons

Cranky & Sons is a homegrown Canberra business with over 50 years of experience shared between Sean and his team. Sean is here to help Canberra and surrounds with all their painting and plastering needs.

How long have you been working in the industry?

How did you get started?

I have been in the trade for over 17 years and first got started in plastering through a school-based program. I started painting on and o with my dad. From there, I did an apprenticeship in plastering and have been gaining more and more certs ever since, including a Cert 4 in Building and Construction

What are the latest trends shaping your industry?

In painting, we are getting a lot of fresh, clean looks, taking a whole area back to white or light colours. In plastering, we are similarly seeing the modern, clean look of square set plaster.

What can clients expect when they engage with you for your services?

We are a friendly, small, family business, so you

don’t have too many people to deal with.

We try to be up front in what you can and can’t expect out of a job, and to provide alternative suggestions when faced with the latter. If you have a problem, we’re happy to help try and fix it.

What is your biggest highlight so far? What are you most proud of?

The biggest highlight of my job is being able to help so many people. We have been able to give back to the community, supporting local magazines, law enforcement, and veterans. We are a major sponsor to the Canberra’s bush rugby club, The Hall Bushrangers, as well as a little champ by the name of Paige Cole, who rode for Australia in BMX.

What are your company’s core values?

We pride ourselves on keeping it clean while doing a great job. We are always happy to have a chat to see how we can help.

How do you improve clients’ homes?

We try to help improve clients’ homes with updated looks, as well as preserving heritage where wanted/ needed. Our improvements range from fixing up small patches, to renos, to full house paint jobs from the inside out. We try to help in any areas we can.

Working in Canberra, what do you love about it?

It’s great to work close to home, but we are also happy to travel surrounding regions. We love having everything we need close by and also seeing our clients out and about.

How can people get in touch?

Visit our website cranky-and-sons.com.au/, or our Facebook page facebook.com/CrankyNSons for more information. Email or call us anytime and we will get back to you as quick as we can.

WR Engineering:

Helping build Canberra for more than 50 years

A third generation proud Canberran, Wayne Read of WR Engineering has worked in the family business for most of his life, which has been helping to secure the homes and vehicles of local residents for more than 50 years.

How long have you been working in the industry?

My father started WR Engineering in 1967 and I bought my parents, Brian and Helen Read, out of the business in the early 2000s. The business started as a manufacturing sheet metal workshop. We have worked on some significant projects around the Canberra region over the years and as Canberra has changed, so have we. Over the years, our business morphed from manufacturing to installations. In the early days of Canberra, the government tried to make the capital look big on a map by making the blocks big. Most people ended up on a big block with a small house because that’s what they could a ord (a ordable housing). This created lots of opportunities for metal products like garages and carports, especially with Canberra’s frosty winter mornings. As Canberra grew, land got more valuable, blocks got smaller, more families started having more cars, so building practices changed to include car accommodation and brick garages as part of the house design. As the demand for garages and carports dropped, we kept taking

advantage of our great relationships with our suppliers, taking the products o our metal garages and installing them as stand-alone products like garage doors, fencing, screening and gates.

One of WR Engineering’s strengths over the years, is that we had the ability to change and meet market and customer requirements.

Growing up, my brothers, cousins and I would come into work with Dad and the uncles and help wherever required. WR Engineering was an after-school holiday (without the relaxation) program for us kids, learning about life and work.

How did I get started?

When I finished school I wanted to get away from WR Engineering and make my own way so I did an electrical apprenticeship with the CSIRO at Black Mountain. After that, I started an electrical business but while playing football, I broke my leg. Dad asked while I was on crutches if I could help him out. I ended up coming in and just working in the o ce doing a bit of admin stu while my leg was recovering and just sort of fell in love with it again. I really enjoy helping people and interacting with customers and I stayed,

as my dad started to formulate a succession plan.

What do you consider to be the most challenging aspect of your work?

Probably the changing fabric of Canberra and of our products and of the market, and trying to keep up to date with all the innovations, with technology and with customer and employee expectations. We do this well but it is a challenge keeping up with it. We try to have an open mind to changes as a business and we’re always looking for innovative and better ways of doing things.

What are the latest trends shaping your industry?

The latest trends are working from home, being more flexible with time, and di erent ways to increase productivity. There’s lots of innovations going on in the garage door sector with smart phones, apps, smart security features, cameras, that type of technology. There’s lot of data and reporting now with the garage door openers; we plug a diagnostic tool in them … which will indicate if your door is running rough, the springs are losing tension, or if the door’s catching or binding in the guides or tracks. There’s a lot going on.

What can clients expect when they engage with your business and services?

They can expect a great experience. It’s something we really work hard on and really enjoy delivering on. We have a lot of five-star reviews from our clients who honestly appreciate what we do and we really appreciate their feedback and support.

Our clients can expect great products. We only use the best products available. We try to source Australian made wherever possible. We set the expectation on times, delivery, price, and communicate clearly with our customers to ensure everyone’s on the same page, knows what’s going on, and that we deliver good outcomes.

What is your biggest highlight?

Helping people. We have sta members who have worked in our business over 20 and 30 years and that’s a huge highlight – being a part of their lives and them being a massive part of ours. Sharing the ups and downs, getting through the tough times together and enjoying the good times.

Our loyal repeat customers. We’ve got customers who come in and say, ‘oh, your dad built

a garage for me back in 1972’.

Just being part of a community and being part of people’s lives, that would be our biggest highlight.

What are you most proud of?

Very proud of our business, my family, and being part of such a great, long-standing Canberra company that delivers really good outcomes for the community, our sta and customers.

What are your company’s core values?

At all times, we aim to be honest, transparent, reliable, to have integrity, to listen and to deliver outcomes that suit our customers. We try to do that in a timely manner, in a responsible, respectful manner.

How do you improve clients’ homes?

We basically help secure the boundary of their home, protecting their valuables by securing the perimeter with our metal fencing, screening and gate products. We improve the ease in which they can access their homes through our garage door and gate opener products, and the safety, security products associated with them.

What type of projects do you specialise in?

Our typical customer is the homeowner, the person who is after an enjoyable experience, good value, great quality and service. We get it done for our clients to their expectation and satisfaction.

How can people get in touch with us?

It’s sign of the times. There are so many ways of getting in touch. Probably the best way is to send us an email with some pictures and some details of what you’re thinking of and what you’re after.

We can then give you a ring and run through it all or if it’s easier just give us a call. We can make a time to send one of our representatives out to give you a quote and some advice.

Make an appointment and come and see us at our showroom in Fyshwick. Call 6280 5988 or email via the ‘Contact Us’ tab on the website: wrengineering.com.au

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Alpha Roofing

Sealing Leaks Building Peaks and

Got a leak, or maybe you need a new roof all together? The team at Alpha Roofing handles all roof-related jobs, no matter how big or small.

How long have you been working in the industry? How did you get started?

I have been in the industry for over ten years now. It all started with my love for working outdoors and not being confined to a desk.

What do you love about your job?

Troubleshooting. Especially when someone has already been through a few companies with no success, my favourite part of the job is finally providing the client with a solution.

What can clients expect when they engage with you for your services?

I like to be upfront and give honest advice which sometimes means telling clients there is nothing wrong with their roof and nothing needed to be done. Having said that, no job is too big or too small. Communication is the key.

What are you most proud of?

I am most proud of the work me and my team does - we have a less than 1 per cent callback rate, which in this industry is very rare.

What are your company’s core values?

We are honest, reliable, and always on time. Once we start a project, we always finish it on time. We don’t hop from job to job like most trades, dragging on jobs for weeks or even months.

What type of projects do you specialise in?

Anything roofs related. New roofs, re-roofs, fascia/gutter installs, tiled roof maintenance, including ridge capping, flashings, and tile changes.

Working in Canberra, what do you love about it?

The people. Always friendly and very easy to deal with.

How can people get in touch?

They can go to our website alpharoofingact.com.au and fill out a quote request form or just give us a call directly on 0458 807 882

The ShowRoom Canberra: inspirati

Home and lifestyle

Find all the inspiration and professional information your heart desires at the Capital region’s biggest home and lifestyle event, The ShowRoom Canberra, returning to Exhibition Park in March 2024.

What is The ShowRoom

Canberra?

The ShowRoom

Canberra is a two-day home and lifestyle event which brings together the Canberra region’s most creative, innovative and informative industry professionals all under one roof for one weekend only. Proudly supporting local businesses, The ShowRoom Canberra is the perfect place to showcase the best and latest of home and lifestyle innovations to the Canberra community.

When and where is it held?

Now in its fifth year, the event is being held over the weekend of 16-17 March 2024 in the Budawang Pavilion at Exhibition Park in Canberra. Entry to the event is free.

Who should attend the event?

The event is designed for people who seek to transform their homes or lifestyle, indoors or out, through all aspects of home design, build or renovate, and leisure activities. The ShowRoom Canberra is for those who are looking for

home and lifestyle inspiration and professional information. Set in a relaxed environment, there is ample time to engage with exhibitors and have meaningful conversations to get relevant information or to purchase that must-have item.

For exhibitors, there is the opportunity to have quality face-toface time with genuinely motivated attendees to showcase your product or service.

How do I find out more about the event?

For more information about next year’s event and to see who is attending, visit theshowroomcanberra.com.au. There are regular updates to the exhibitor list and information regarding the ShowRoom Canberra event. Email us with your enquiry or if you are keen to exhibit, contact our team at hello@ theshowroomcanberra.com.au or phone Emma on 0410 544 069.

Seal the deal on comfort Solace Creations wi

Solace Creations Double Glazing is a local family-owned business that has been servicing Canberra and surrounds since 2006. Karen’s experienced team is on a mission to assist ACT homeowners to have comfortable and energy-e cient homes all year round.

How long have you been working in the industry? How did you get started?

I have been working in the construction industry for over 17 years now. I was a public servant for 22 years and married a builder. With two small children, we decided that I would help him run his business. Solace Creations developed organically from there after I recognised a need for good quality insulated windows and doors in Canberra.

What do you love about your job?

I absolutely love seeing happy faces when we have not only made a client’s home look more beautiful, but lowered their energy bill and helped them feel comfortable in their own home.

What are the latest trends shaping your industry?

We are very excited that the ACT will adopt the National Construction Code 7 Star energy ratings, which means we are finally getting serious about having homes that are not only comfortable but also cheaper to run. This shift will mean that new homes will need to insulate their windows and doors along with their walls, ceiling, and floors.

What can clients expect when they engage with you for your services?

My front-end is a team of warm, caring women that will welcome you to our business and arrange a complimentary home visit and design consultation with you. Through each step of the process, you will receive extensive communication from your Solace person, who will see the process through with you and admire the outcome at the end together. You will benefit from over 17 years industry experience with a team that is committed to providing exceptional service and a completely tailored custom-made product for you and your home. Made from some of the highest quality uPVC material in the world. But most of all you can expect a team who care.

What has been your proudest moment so far?

We have won some significant jobs over the past couple of years with VIP clients including ACT government and embassies. Our products are showcased at the Whitlam ACT Government display centre with our windows and doors in four buildings. We also donated double glazed windows and doors to the recent Charity House Project run by the Master Builders Association ACT. The house was auctioned o and all proceeds went directly to four charities. The build also involved predominantly

female trades and suppliers. It was so rewarding to be part of such a lovely project!

What are your company’s core values?

• Respect for all areas of our interaction with clients, suppliers, and other team members

• Accountability for our decisions and actions

• Integrity and honesty - If we say we will do it then we will

• Communication through every step of the way

• Inspiring clients through innovation

How do you improve clients’ homes?

We improve clients’ homes by insulating their windows and doors with double glazing. Windows and doors can take up to 30 per cent of your wall space and when single glazing is replaced with our products, our clients enjoy lower energy bills, and a quieter, more comfortable home.

Working in Canberra, what do you love about it?

Canberra is small enough to get around to all the suburbs in one day. The people are lovely, and with cold Canberra winters, they understand the value of a well-insulated home.

How can people get in touch?

A showroom visit at 1/17 Townsville Street Fyshwick is always the best place to start. Visit our website at solacecreations.com.au and follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Call Solace Creations at 6260 1621.

Sokolatopita: Olive Oil

Chocolate Cake

Serves 12

Gluten-free Mediterranean

Love Anatolia and want to whip up some Mediterranean at home? Try these glutenfree recipes.

WITH TASTE EDITOR, ANJA DE ROZARIO

Serves 6

Olive oil, for pan-frying

Lemon wedges, to serve

For the dough

260g (2 cups) gluten-free self-raising flour

90g (1⁄3 cup) Greek yoghurt (or coconut yoghurt for dairyfree)

3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1⁄2 tsp sea salt flakes

For the lamb & spinach filling

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

Pinch of sea salt flakes

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1⁄2 tsp paprika

1⁄2 tsp ground cumin

Pinch of freshly ground black pepper

250g lamb mince

Large handful of baby spinach leaves

Combine all the dough ingredients in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment, add

125ml (1⁄2 cup) of warm water and mix on medium speed for 1 minute to form a smooth dough. If the mixture is too dry, add a little more water and mix again. Set the dough aside to rest, uncovered, while you make the filling.

To make the filling, heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and salt and cook for 5 minutes to soften. Stir in the garlic, paprika, cumin and black pepper and cook for 30 seconds. Add the lamb and cook, breaking up any chunks with a wooden spoon, for 3 minutes or until browned. Add the spinach, stir and cook for 1 minute to wilt. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Divide the dough into six balls. Working with one ball at a time, roll out the dough between two sheets of baking paper to form a paper-thin rectangle about 20cm x 30cm in size. Scatter 3 tablespoons of the lamb and spinach filling in the centre, leaving a clear border of roughly 8cm around the edges. Fold the dough over the filling to enclose. Cover with baking paper and very gently roll out again to flatten and thin out the gozleme. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Place a heavy-based frying pan over high heat and allow it to heat up. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil into the very hot pan and cook the gozleme, one at a time, adding more oil as needed, for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Serve with lemon wedges.

Hot tip: Don’t overfill the gozleme – the flatter the parcel, the crispier it will get when it hits the hot frying pan.

90g (3⁄4 cup) dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted 1⁄2 tsp bicarbonate of soda

Pinch of sea salt flakes

250ml (1 cup) light olive oil

125ml (1⁄2 cup) boiling water

370g (2 cups lightly packed) brown sugar

3 eggs, at room temperature

1 Tbsp vanilla extract

170g (1 1⁄3 cups) gluten-free plain flour, sifted Fresh berries, to serve (optional)

For the olive oil icing

125g (1 cup) gluten-free icing sugar mixture, sifted 40g (1⁄3 cup) dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted 125–170ml (1⁄2–2⁄3 cup) light olive oil

Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a 25cm × 30cm

Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a 25cm × 30cm baking tin with baking paper. Whisk together the cocoa powder, bicarbonate of soda and salt in a large bowl. Pour in the olive oil and boiling water and whisk to incorporate. Add the brown sugar, eggs and vanilla and whisk until smooth. Finally, whisk in the flour until combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for 30 minutes or until an inserted skewer comes out clean. Cool in the tin, then turn out onto a platter.

To make the olive oil icing, combine the dry ingredients in a bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking until you achieve a thick spreadable consistency. Spread the icing over the cooled cake and scatter with the berries. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Gluten-Free Mediterranean by Helen Tzouganatos, published by Plum, RRP $44.99, photography by Jeremy Simons.

Dining review: A Mediterranean odyssey at Anatolia in Erindale

Amidst the unassuming streets of Erindale, a culinary gem has emerged, capturing the palates of locals and visitors alike. Among the latter is none other than the Turkish Ambassador, who was a guest of the very first function held at the newly opened Anatolia Restaurant.

Anatolia is the casual fine dining counterpart to a stalwart of the strip mall, Turkish Grill, which has operated for 18 years. The second brainchild of power couple Tania Vereschildt-Kocak and Sukru Kocak, the former handles the front of house while the latter runs the kitchen. Together, they share a combined 65 years in hospitality.

Tania laughs that serving the Turkish Ambassador is “definitely a feather in the cap,” however, the true accomplishment was getting 40 or so ambassadors out to Erindale in the first place. “Usually we aren’t on their radar,” says the Tuggeranong local.

The inspiration for Anatolia sprouted long ago, while the pair were visiting Sukru’s family in Turkey. There, Tania was first introduced to the true essence of Mediterranean breakfast.

“A tray that needed to be held with two hands, piled with fresh cucumber, fresh tomato, fresh fruit, feta, grilled halloumi, olives, Gozleme, fresh pastries,”

she recalls. “Just when we were thinking ‘who ordered this?’ out comes the eggs with sujuk

“In Turkey, it’s all about hospitality, you’re fed until you roll out the door,” says Tania. Today, the star of their weekend breakfast menu is the Anatolia Big Breakfast, served to a minimum of two, with all the staples of their Turkish holiday.

My dining partner and I enjoyed a Friday night dinner service and ordered the chilli prawns, pan-fried in harissa and garlic, and sigara borek – Turkish spring rolls filled with feta and spices – for our entrées. Dipping the crispy and cheesy rolls in the marinara sauce, ordering these dishes together creates a match made in heaven.

With ambient lighting, genuinely warm hospitality, and a mix of patrons celebrating birthdays, first dates, and Friday, Anatolia feels like an oversized dining room for the residents of Erindale – which is exactly what Tania envisioned.

“Why should the southside community have to travel away from the southside to enjoy good food?” she says.

When the couple had the idea of building a more sophisticated addition to the Turkish Grill, they briefly

considered setting up shop on the Kingston Foreshore.

“But why should we? We've been part of this community for 18 years. We can bring the people to us.”

- Anja de Rozario

Anatolia is the casual fine dining counterpart to its neighbour, Turkish Grill. Images supplied.

The Wagyu Porterhouse ($55) was perfectly cooked, and for an extra $10 comes with a side of prawns.

Find a snapshot Capturing Canberra at CMAG

From politics to protests, scientific breakthroughs and margarine dogs, photographs have always played an important role in the way we understand news.

at Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG) showcases some of the images taken by press photographers in Canberra in the 20th century.

Never seen before by the public, the collection creates an incredible and rich time capsule of the ACT. Covering Canberra’s naming ceremony and many major happenings around town that have followed, visitors will witness decades of the city’s history through black and white images.

“I hope that people will learn a bit about different aspects of photojournalism, the beauty and storytelling of it, the interest of the stories and what made the

newspapers, but also the equipment that was used and the people behind the cameras,” says Hannah Paddon, Senior Curator of Social History at CMAG and curator of the Capturing Canberra exhibition.

The exhibition has been created from CMAG’s recently acquired Press Photography Collection, containing over 3,500 silver gelatin photographic prints from a Fairfax Media collection that was nearly lost in the United States. The CMAG team has digitised and catalogued the images spanning from 1913 to 1994, each helping to tell part of the Canberra story.

“You can probably look at each photo and make your own interpretation about what it was,” Ms Paddon says. “You might not know exactly what it is, but you can kind of look at it and go ‘wow, okay, that’s something to do with…’.”

Wanting the exhibition to be accessible and engaging, Ms Paddon divided it into themes rather than chronologically, so that the viewer could come in at any starting point and see what is happening. Covering topics like politics, big moments in Canberra’s history, disasters and the

fun, within the captivating image theme, we meet Roger the female dog and the margarine statue that she inspired.

“The ministers complained that the food at Parliament House was not up to scratch, causing a massive furore, and the chef decided he was going to walk out. The ministers write

Hannah Paddon, curator of Capturing Canberra at Canberra Museum and Gallery, on display until 28 January 2024. Photos: Kerrie Brewer.

a begging letter ‘We’re really sorry, didn’t mean to cause offence’ so he’s like ‘Okay, that’s fine as a peace offering, I’m going to make this margarine dog for you,” she smiles.

As well as images, the exhibition includes the tools of the trade, with an incredible collection of cameras on display. Dating back to 1904, the press cameras provide a glimpse into what the field would have looked like as photographers handled the clunky historic cameras before the tools became more compact. Some have been lent by local photographers like Graham Tidy who used them in his role at The Canberra Times.

“I love objects, being a social historian, I love people and their stories, and I think the thing for me and looking at this collection was that it’s really diverse in terms of photographers … The cameras, in particular, I think it’s fascinating to see how technology has changed,” Ms Paddon says.

Much of the collection is still unknown – the photographers, the newspapers, and even the context; a dedicated wall encourages visitors to get involved and help identify the photos. Through an iPad, patrons can pass on their knowledge and expect a follow-up from the team for verification.

“We’ve already had people coming in and telling us that they recognise their sister and a picture, which is awesome. It just gives us so much more context for these images and the stories that you hear are just fabulous,” she says.

The darkroom provides an insight into what photographers had to do after capturing the shot, as many had to develop their own images.

Created in collaboration with PhotoAccess Canberra, visitors can see the steps required to get the images from behind the lens and into the newspaper – the only thing missing is the smell.

Short videos provide a further

understanding of the process of photojournalism, the stories of the photographers and the images they captured. An office takes over a section of the gallery, with visitors encouraged to place themselves in the shoes of a journalist in a bustling newsroom.

“Cameras are quite difficult. Unless it’s modern-day digital, you’re not going to get it immediately. So, it went down to the newsroom, create a story, think about what was going on for photographers, and create your own,”

Ms Paddon says. The engagement continues after leaving the exhibition through the CMAG Secondary School Art Prize. With more than $700 in prizes up for grabs, Canberra’s secondary school students are encouraged to snap a shot of Canberra; full details are available on the CMAG website.

See Canberra through the lens in Capturing Canberra at Canberra Museum and Gallery until 28 January; cmag.com.au

- Jessica Cordwell

Visitors to Capturing Canberra can learn more about the development process in the darkroom.

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See Heroes, Heroines and Bastards like never before Humble House at

Western Australian expressionist artist

Karen Chappelow

showcases her new works in Heroes, Heroines and Bastards at Humble House Gallery from 26 August to 24 September.

A visual storyteller with over 20 years of experience, Chappelow takes viewers on a journey through myths and icons present in Western culture and storytelling. With a wicked sense of humour, feminist values and a soft spot for the underdog, the artist breaks down social barriers in fun and engaging works.

Believing myths and icons help to mould our culture, she says that if we want to change the way people think, then we need to foster that change by altering the stories we tell.

Chappelow has been sculpting and painting for more than 20 years. In recent times, she has exhibited in New

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York, Madrid, Luxembourg, Berlin, Rome and Malmo – Sweden, along with group shows in Perth and Melbourne as well as the “The Block” on Channel 9. Chappelow will also be appearing in this August’s edition of Home Design magazine.

See Heroes, Heroines and Bastards by Karen Chappelow at Humble House Gallery in Fyshwick, 26 August-24 September; humblehouse.com.au

Heroes, Heroines and Bastards

Solo exhibition by Karen Chappelow

26 August – 24 September

A subversive take on the classic tropes, cultural icons and meta-narratives of Western society... with a humorous twist.

All welcome to the opening 2pm Saturday

26 August and Artist Talk 12 noon Sunday

27 August

93 Wollongong St Fyshwick Canberra ACT

Open Wed - Sun 10am - 4pm Phone (02) 6228 1988

@humblehousegallery

Grease, the word, the motion, takes the stage at ANU

Spend long enough in any karaoke bar and you are bound to hear Summer Nights or You’re the One that I Want – the songs are undeniable classics. On both the screen and stage, Grease has been entertaining audiences for decades; now the ANU Musical Theatre Collective presents their version of the beloved classic at Kambri Drama Theatre, from 30 August to 3 September.

With colourful outfits, big hair, catchy tunes, fast cars and a teen romance, the production is a dream come true for all lovers of camp. Following the students in the Rydell High Class of 1959, we get to know the T-Birds and Pink Ladies in their final year of high school.

“It’s just like pure fun and relatable to everybody. I mean, it’s American high school, and it’s like old, but everyone’s been to high school so everyone can relate to it,” says the production’s co-director, Katerina Radovanic.

First taking the stage in 1971, the Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey production has some themes which

are slightly dated or problematic. The directors tried to make it more palatable for a modern audience; in some scenes they removed dialogue, particularly when the teens take in a movie at the drive-in.

“Danny and Sandy are sort of establishing boundaries in their relationship and there’s a few lines there which show Danny absolutely not respecting any of the boundaries that Sandy’s trying to set. We don’t want to really be portraying that relationship, that’s not a healthy thing,” says Ned Swann, co-director.

They also changed the context in other scenes; Ms Radovanic says it was about being mindful of the themes, how the characters are constructed and how they develop throughout the show. One of the biggest storylines sees Sandy completely transform herself to be compatible with the T-Birds, however, the directors felt this wasn’t the message they wanted to send and chose to try and have Danny meet her halfway.

The rest of the T-Bird crew are also portrayed in a different light. The directors say they take the mickey out of misogyny and the people who act like that. While the boys are getting silly, Sandy is being taken more seriously.

“We kind of tried to make her more assertive and have her own sense of power within the relationship with Danny,” says Ms Radovanic. Full story online.

See Grease at Kambri Drama Theatre, 30 August-3 September; musicaltheatreco.anu.edu.au

- Jessica Cordwell

Ned Swann (left) and Katerina Radovanic, co-directors of Grease, at Kambri Drama Theatre ANU from 30 August to 3 September.

Photo Kerrie Brewer

Heroes, Heroines and Bastards by Karen Chappelow, at Humble House Gallery, 26 August-24 September.

Canberra actors shock audiences on international horror circuit

While beautiful, Australia’s landscapes of dense bushland, boundless outback plains, sprawling desert and vast open waters also make a perfect backdrop for horror films. A team of Sydney and Canberra filmmakers have captured the eerie sense of the unknown of the Australian bush in their film, Puzzle Box which recently premiered at the Popcorn Frights Film Festival in the US. An addict, Kait is in dire need of a life change and heads to a secluded house surrounded by a sea of endless trees to self-rehabilitate. Joined by her sister Olivia who plans to document the process using a video camera, not long after their arrival the pair become captive in the house as it shifts and

changes. Stalked and haunted, can the pair uncover secrets, unlock the mystery, and solve the puzzle box the house has become?

The found-footage psychological horror comes from the mind of Jack Dignan, writer, director, producer and editor of the film. The shooting took place in Canberra and Sydney in March across just eight days, and post-production continued until July, created with a small, self-raised budget. Lead actor Kaitlyn Boyé says that the horror genre doesn’t need a lot of money behind it to be effective.

“You just need a great idea,” she says. “Horror is one, when it is performance-driven, you can sort of get away without a lot of the

other elements … That was the most important aspect of the film, was us being able to feel and showcase these emotions and bring the horror that way.”

A lover of horror, Ms Boyé has already featured in a number of scary productions, although Puzzle Box was her first with found-footage. She says what makes it special is the amount of control that was placed in the hands of the actors made it an incredible experience.

“You and another actor doing the dance, doing the back and forth, and the ‘oh, we’ve gone off book, that’s okay, let’s help each other find our way back, there’s a leech on you, that’s okay, it’s part of the scene now’. I just think the

freedom and control that making found-footage allows actors is so rare. I loved it personally, obviously, there were a lot of scary moments, too,” says Ms Boyé. Full story online.

The trailer for Puzzle Box can be seen on YouTube; follow puzzleboxmovie on Instagram for updates.

-Jessica Cordwell

Special Olympics Canberra Come & Try Programs

Our Summer Sports Come & Try Programs are for children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism. Join us for 3 FREE Come & Try Sessions from August - September and have fun, learn a new sport, and make new friends.

We have a large range of sports available: Basketball, Bowling, Golf, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis

For more information or to register, please contact: act.membership@specialolympics.com.au

0407 263 694

Puzzle Box, starring Canberra actor Kaitlyn Boyé, has premiered at the Popcorn Frights Film Festival in the US. Image supplied.

Take 5 with Nathan Cavaleri

From debuting on Hey, Hey, It’s Saturday at just eight years old to taking the stage with legends, Nathan Cavaleri has had a dream career by the age of 40. The beloved musician is celebrating his upcoming album with a national tour, stopping in at Canberra Theatre Centre on 1 September. CW ’s Jessica Cordwell caught up with Cavaleri to talk rediscovery, legends and new music.

1

Tell us about the new tour. This current tour is celebrating the release of my album Miracles, and that’s a follow-up of Demons Both of these albums had kind of come about on the other side of five or six years of some pretty dark times that ultimately woke me up.

after a five-week tour with B.B. King, B.B. King would have me up on stage, and we would play a couple of songs together in the middle of the set.

4 Favourite song to play?

2

You’ve had a bit of a journey getting to Miracles. Tell us about it.

Most of the songs I created after I had released Demons, and there are probably a couple of songs that I might have written before that dark period that I went through.

I suppose these days, my main aim is writing songs like selfexpression, but for it to translate. The lyrics and the sentiments of the songs are either inspired by what I’ve gone through, an experience that I’ve had, or something that I’ve observed.

3 Any career highlights?

I didn’t really know what a big deal it was to be playing with the artists I was playing with until much later in life. So, I’d probably say a career highlight was when

It depends on my mood. Man On Fire, which is the last song of the set, is a banger, it is so much fun, and no matter how conservative the audience is, they’re always on their feet by the end. That song has some sort of superpower.

5 What’s next?

I’m really excited to start connecting with overseas markets, which we’re looking at at the moment. New Zealand is on the cards for us, hopefully, next quarter. I think these songs, this album is going to take us a fair way. I don’t think we’re going to be done with it anytime soon.

Answers condensed for publication. See Nathan Cavaleri perform Miracles Album Tour at Canberra Theatre Centre on Friday 1 September 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Nathan Cavaleri brings his Miracles Album Tour to Canberra Theatre Centre on 1 September.

Photo Mel Waring

Now showing time out

Now showing time out

Asteroid City (M)

Asteroid City (M)

In 1955, a TV host (Bryan Cranston) introduces a production of the stage play Asteroid City. Within the play, recently widowed war photojournalist Augie Steenback, played by actor Jones Hall (Jason Schwartzman) arrives in the desert town set in a retro-future for a stargazer convention with his teenage son Woodrow (Jake Ryan) and his three younger daughters. After Augie’s car breaks down, Augie calls his disgruntled father-in-law Stanley (Tom Hanks) for help!

In 1955, a TV host (Bryan Cranston) introduces a production of the stage play Asteroid City. Within the play, recently widowed war photojournalist Augie Steenback, played by actor Jones Hall (Jason Schwartzman) arrives in the desert town set in a retro-future for a stargazer convention with his teenage son Woodrow (Jake Ryan) and his three younger daughters. After Augie’s car breaks down, Augie calls his disgruntled father-in-law Stanley (Tom Hanks) for help!

Writer, producer, and director Wes Anderson continues to solidify his stylised signature to the possible detriment of attracting new audiences: title cards, symmetrical framing with a wide lens, a regular deadpan ensemble cast, and a textural DIY set design with pastel colours are all rigidly on point.

Writer, producer, and director Wes Anderson continues to solidify his stylised signature to the possible detriment of attracting new audiences: title cards, symmetrical framing with a wide lens, a regular deadpan ensemble cast, and a textural DIY set design with pastel colours are all rigidly on point.

Whereas The French Dispatch

Whereas The French Dispatch

found Anderson disappearing into himself, here he at least looks like he is having a bit of fun. Unnecessarily confusing, the story’s flow with a metatextual plot (a convention in a retrofuture staged as a televised play, presenting the creation of said play), the movie is however light, with witty dialogue delivered deadpan at high speed as our ensemble cast of thinly drawn oddball characters endures an enforced quarantine in the brightly coloured, kitsch town. Anderson’s experience of the Covid-19 pandemic blends with existential questions of humanity’s place in the universe against a desert backdrop in the atomic age. With hints of Tim Burton’s Mars Attacks and Ed Wood, the movie serves as ‘Barbenheimer’s’ little cousin

found Anderson disappearing into himself, here he at least looks like he is having a bit of fun. Unnecessarily confusing, the story’s flow with a metatextual plot (a convention in a retrofuture staged as a televised play, presenting the creation of said play), the movie is however light, with witty dialogue delivered deadpan at high speed as our ensemble cast of thinly drawn oddball characters endures an enforced quarantine in the brightly coloured, kitsch town. Anderson’s experience of the Covid-19 pandemic blends with existential questions of humanity’s place in the universe against a desert backdrop in the atomic age. With hints of Tim Burton’s Mars Attacks and Ed Wood, the movie serves as ‘Barbenheimer’s’ little cousin

Verdict: A beautiful-looking and humorous exploration of much ado about nothing. 3.5 stars.

Verdict: A beautiful-looking and humorous exploration of much ado about nothing. 3.5 stars.

- Luke McWilliams, themovieclub.net

- Luke McWilliams, themovieclub.net

WIN! Winnie the Pooh family passes

WIN! Winnie the Pooh family passes

Disney’s iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit and Owl (oh … and don’t forget Tigger too!) have come to life in a beautifully crafted stage musical adaptation featuring stunning life-size puppetry for audiences of all ages.

Disney’s iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit and Owl (oh … and don’t forget Tigger too!) have come to life in a beautifully crafted stage musical adaptation featuring stunning life-size puppetry for audiences of all ages.

Inspired by the beloved books by A.A.Milne and the classic Disney featurettes, this spectacular show has garnered rave reviews while being called “Enchanting” Time Out and “A whimsical delight with brilliant puppetry” Entertainment Weekly.

Inspired by the beloved books by A.A.Milne and the classic Disney featurettes, this spectacular show has garnered rave reviews while being called “Enchanting” Time Out and “A whimsical delight with brilliant puppetry” Entertainment Weekly.

The music, the spectacular life-size puppets, and the charming

The music, the spectacular life-size puppets, and the charming

Enter to win

Enter to win

performances are the perfect way to introduce (or re-introduce) audiences to live theatre and is a must-see show for Winnie the Pooh fans.

performances are the perfect way to introduce (or re-introduce) audiences to live theatre and is a must-see show for Winnie the Pooh fans.

Bookings: winniethepoohshow.com/ australia/

Bookings: winniethepoohshow.com/ australia/

CW has 2 x Winnie the Pooh family passes to the 7 September 7.30pm show to be won.

CW has 2 x Winnie the Pooh family passes to the 7 September 7.30pm show to be won.

To enter, scan the QR code or visit canberraweekly.com.au and click on the ‘Entertainment’ tab to ‘Competitions’, find the competition you wish to enter and follow the entry instructions. Entries close 9am Friday 25 August 2023 and winners drawn same day. One entry per person per giveaway. Entrants must be aged 18+.

To enter, scan the QR code or visit canberraweekly.com.au and click on the ‘Entertainment’ tab to ‘Competitions’, find the competition you wish to enter and follow the entry instructions. Entries close 9am Friday 25 August 2023 and winners drawn same day. One entry per person per giveaway. Entrants must be aged 18+.

Book talk

This week, Jeff Popple reviews two new accounts of Australian soldiers at war. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com

Where The Flaming Hell Are We? by Craig Collie

Allen & Unwin, $34.99

After years of relative neglect, the efforts of ANZAC soldiers during World War II in Greece and Crete is finally receiving the attention it deserves from modern history writers. Peter Monteath’s Battle on 42nd Street from 2020 gave a good analysis of the battle for Crete, and now Craig Collie’s Where The Flaming Hell Are We? provides an engaging ‘soldier eye view’ of the ANZAC involvement there and in Greece. In 1941 40,000 ANZACs were rushed to Greece in an attempt to stop the German advance. Despite some desperate fighting, the outnumbered ANZACs withdrew to Crete, where they faced a superior invading force of German airborne troops and aerial bombing. The fighting on Crete was particularly brutal and featured a series of fearsome bayonet charges led by Māori soldiers. Using a range of firsthand accounts, Collie tells an engaging story of the battles and the aftermath of evacuation, and capture for some.

The Chipilly Six by Lucas Jordan NewSouth, $34.99

Lucas Jordan’s The Chipilly Six is an outstanding piece of Australian military history. In August 1918 six Australian soldiers played a key, and often overlooked, role in taking what was known as the Chipilly Spur from the German troops holding it, paving the way for victory in the Battle of Amiens. In clear prose, Jordan tells the well-substantiated story of the activities of the six Australians and analyses the impact of their actions. It is a fascinating and evocative account that brings to life the reality of trench warfare. Jordan then goes on to chronicle the experiences of the six men through their return to Australia and their lives during the Spanish Flu pandemic and the Depression, and their involvement in World War II and their local communities. It is a remarkable piece of recovered history that offers great insight into the impact of war on Australian society. Highly recommended.

Canberra Weekly competition winners

The winners in Canberra Weekly’s latest round of competition draws are: Wiltshire breakfast bundle: L Creemers, Theodore. Colgate Pulse: R Tan, Belconnen; G Walsh, Kaleen.

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Book & lyrics by ERIC IDLE Music by JOHN DU PREZ & ERIC IDLE

From the original screenplay by GRAHAM CHAPMAN, JOHN CLEESE, TERRY GILLIAM, ERIC IDLE, TERRY JONES, MICHAEL PALIN

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what’s on

CANBERRA REGION HONEY WEEKEND

Celebrate the rich flavours of honey with a number of honey tasting master classes complete with grazing boards and wine.

Various locations across the Canberra region, 18-20 August; eventbrite.com.au

UNTIL

NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK

Celebrate the incredible world of science – from robots and futuristic cinema to the inner workings of our brains – at a number of fun and interactive events.

Various venues until 20 August. Full program: scienceweek.net.au

GRETTA ZILLER

Touring her upcoming third album, All These Walls, the Golden Guitar-nominated Melbourne powerhouse brings her sunny melodies, exultant horns and joyful jazzy/soul vibes to Canberra.

Smith’s Alternative, Saturday 19 August 4pm; smithsalternative.com

MISS PEONY

A beauty pageant, family traditions and connections come together in this bold, funny and fresh new show.

Canberra Theatre Centre, 23-26 August; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

THE PRESETS

Celebrating two decades of music, the pair go back to their roots with shows in small clubs and bars in their 20th Anniversary DJ Tour.

UC Refectory, University of Canberra, 26 August 8pm; moshtix.com.au

UNTIL

FEARED AND REVERED

Final chance to explore feminine spiritual power through the ages in this exhibition on loan from the British Museum.

National Museum of Australia, until 27 August; nma.gov.au

Find more listings at canberraweekly.com.au

To advertise here, contact Samantha on 0423 355 536 or samantha@canberraweekly.com.au

Feared and Revered continues at the National Museum of Australia until 27 August.

Gretta Ziller at Smith’s Alternative, Saturday 19 August.

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Photo Noah Sole

Annika Romeyn, Falls

the look

Fashion Week Cophag

One of the main pitfalls of Australian fashion is that we are always two seasons behind. While fashion capitals in the Northern Hemisphere are toting summery ‘tomato girl’ and ‘lemon girl’ aesthetics, the Australian capital trudges through one of our dreariest winters yet. Luckily, in a far-o , equally dreary land, Denmark recently celebrated Copenhagen Fashion Week (7-11 August), bearing wintry wardrobe inspiration ripe for the picking.

WITH FASHION & BEAUTY EDITOR,

ANJA

DE ROZARIO

The last time I wore lace leggings was to attend a bouncy castle birthday party. However, DutchNigerian in uencer, Fia Hamelijnck shows how the trend has come back around for Gen Z, layered with an oversized button-up, Madonna band tee, and red leather jacket for an ultra-cool look.

On the ip side, 58-year-old fashion in uencer and personal trainer, Grece Ghanem, shows that style has no age, looking impossibly chic in a chocolate leather jacket, cargo miniskirt, Maison Margiela Tabi boots, and Louis Vuitton bag.

When it comes to cold weather dressing, you can never go wrong with a classic trench, wide leg pants, and matching your bag to your shoes – as demonstrated by this CFW guest.

Menswear appears to be the name of the game for fashionistas in cooler climates. This CFW guest wears a pinstripe suit and jacket, with a distressed leather coat and biker boots that add a grunge air to the out t, as well as keeping out the chill.

This mushroom print, cut-out checkered midi skirt is perhaps not the warmest of choices, but is unbelievably cool either way– particularly when styled with a biker jacket in the same colour scheme.

The split-fabric trend appeared to be a ash in the pan, but 56-year-old fashion in uencer, Renia Jaz, shows us how to style it classy, wearing a grey and beige pantsuit from Bouguessa with a ruf ed white tank top and minimal accessories.

This guest models the return of the late 2000s Indie Sleaze aesthetic, with a Scandinavian twist, pairing a Midsommaresque dress with black cord chokers and red cowboy boots.

Peters demonstrates a pastel take on the menswear trend, wearing a white shirt dress with a rose bomber jacket, a Chanel purse and ballet  ats.

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20 months of #NoNewClothes: Confessions of an ex-shopaholic

How long does it take to break a habit? Studies suggest anywhere from 18 to 254 days, depending on the vice. Canberra local, Ren Stinson is an op-shop enthusiast, and self-professed reformed shopaholic.

“For me, being a shopaholic definitely had a connection to mental health. When you have low self-esteem, you feel like you need that dopamine hit from buying something brand-new.

“You get a few minutes of that happy feeling, then you go home, you put those clothes on and you’re sick of it after a week,” says Ren. The 2017 ABC documentary, War on Waste, revealed that the average Australian is a shopaholic, or at the very least, an over-consumer.

The average Aussie purchases

27kg of new clothing every year and discards 23kg into landfill. As a country, Australia discards a whopping 6,000kg of clothing and textile waste every 10 minutes – the second largest consumer of textiles per person in the world.

In 2021, Ren decided to participate in Fashion Revolution‘s 90-day challenge of only shopping second-hand. “I had just had my second child and was going through a lot of changes with my body. I didn’t want to go down that route again of buying a brand-new wardrobe.”

For some, 90 days may seem like no time at all. For Ren, it was long enough to change her shopping habits. After three months, she decided to continue the challenge, and almost two years later, she has

yet to break her streak – not purchasing any new clothing (bar underwear) or homewares.

“The first six months really highlighted my spending habits,” says Ren. “As an ex-shopaholic, you get into a habit of just buying without even thinking of where your clothes are coming from.”

When the glitzy shop windows called, Ren taught herself to sew.

“Learning how hard it is to make a garment, plus knowing the background of the fast-fashion industry, reminded me why I can’t do this anymore.”

It’s often said that the easiest way to break a bad habit is to replace it with a good one. While op-shopping is better for the environment, not to mention for your pocket, Ren emphasises that transitioning from

The 90-day #NoNewClothes challenge helped Canberra local Ren to break her shopaholic habits.

second-hand shopping to mindful shopping is the next necessary step.

“Thrifting is definitely not a fix. You can fall into the same habits at the op shop,” says Ren. “For me, [mindful shopping] has been a long process and learning about slow fashion over the past few years.”

Through cataloguing her #NoNewClothes journey on Instagram (@aconsciouswardrobe_)

Ren has amassed thousands of followers for her polished and curated wardrobe.

“When people think of second-hand, they tend to picture a really eclectic kind of style. Quite out there. I’d say my style is more minimal and very pared back.

“People get shocked when they ask me where it’s from, and I say it’s all thrifted.”

Ren’s top op-shopping tips

1. Shop for fit, not for size. “Sizing varies between every single brand – not to mention vintage sizing, where a size 14 back then is a size 10-12 today,” says Ren. “Also, don’t just stick to one section. Menswear has some incredible suiting options for

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women, so give yourself time to go through every rack and try everything on.” The best way to avoid impulsive op-shop buys is to give yourself enough time to shop.

2. With all these options at your fingertips, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Ren advises to stick to pieces that you know you can wear for years to come. “Anything in fashion will come back around, so look for timeless pieces.” What makes clothing timeless? “Cuts that suit your body type, colours that compliment your colouring (be wary of trending colours), and pieces that can be worn multiple ways, dressed up or down with different accessories.”

3. Know where the gaps in your closet are before you step foot in the store. “Pinterest is great for this. I have a Pinterest board with my thrifting wish list.” Pay attention to the recurring items on your Pinterest board, for example, a tailored suit jacket. Not only will you be able to better stay on track while shopping, but you already know of countless outfits that you want to recreate with just one piece.

- Anja de Rozario

Ren wears outfits pulled from the Weston Creek Vinnies, one of her favourite local op shops.

Photos Kerrie Brewer

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Fermenting goodness

We now clearly understand gut health plays a central role in our wellbeing. However, it can be overwhelming trying to ‘digest’ the wealth of information about how to improve our gut.

One of the best ways to start improving the health of your microbiome (the diverse range of organisms found in your gut) is to regularly consume fermented foods with your meals. Fermentation only requires basic ingredients and a bit of patience. It’s an ancient art that, thanks to modern scientific validation, has become repopularised. It’s also an inexpensive and thoroughly enjoyable way to improve your health.

What are fermented foods?

Fermented foods are foods that have gone through a process of lacto-fermentation, in which natural bacteria break down sugars and starches to produce lactic acid. In the process, the foods become nutrient powerhouses: easier to digest and dense with beneficial enzymes, B vitamins, probiotics, and omega 3 fatty acids. Kombucha, sauerkraut and kefir are just a few examples of fermented foods that have long

been staples of traditional diets but had, until recent times, become rare in most Western diets. Now, they’re back in favour, and getting serious kudos for their ability to promote healthy digestion and boost wellbeing.

Healthy Gut, Healthy Mind

The more we understand the link between the gut and the brain the more links between mental illness and gut health are being established. Whilst still an emerging area of medicine the research is very promising and could lead to gut health being a standard treatment for anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.

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With around 70 per cent of your immune system being found in the gut, it makes sense that a healthy digestion is the key to a vibrant immune system. What you may not have realised is that allergies, arthritis, autoimmune conditions, autism, cancer and many other diseases can be linked to gut health.

So where can you get your hands on these magical elixirs of wellbeing? Your local health food store or organic vegie shop will have plenty of options to choose from, however you can also easily make your own at home. For example, basic sauerkraut requires only salt and cabbage. If you want to get fancy you can throw in some spices like caraway or fennel seeds or add a touch of beetroot or carrot for colour and depth of flavour.

Editor’s note: This wellbeing column provides information that is general in nature. Please always refer to your preferred health professional for advice suited to your personal healthcare requirements.

Eating fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and kombucha is an inexpensive way to boost your gut health.

Substandard to sublime: Tocumwal

House’s

MBAwinning renovation

The term ‘hidden gem’ is liberally tossed around, but even lifelong residents of O’Connor could stroll past this Master Builders Association champion and be none the wiser.

Last year, local business Walmsley Building scored the ACT MBA award for top Renovation and Extension in the over $950,000 category, then proceeded to take home the National Award in the $650,000 to $1M class.

The story of their win unfolds within the walls of a heritage-listed 1950s Tocumwal cottage, an emblem of a bygone era.

Following World War II, Canberra needed new and cheap housing to accommodate what remains our number one import to this day: public servants.

The solution came in the form of over 200 army huts, which were designed to externally appear as civilian cottages to avoid detection. The huts were dissembled and transported almost 500 km from an airbase in the NSW town of Tocumwal, to a new subdivision in O’Connor.

These Tocumwal cottages were never made to be permanent. Even upon their arrival, there were local objections from the Turner Residents’ Association surrounding the “substandard houses”.

“Back then, it was a quick way for them to get housing, but what it has led to today is heritage-listed buildings that are in a state of disrepair,” says Chris Walmsley, director and head builder of Walmsley Building.

Enter the clients. Finn Street residents Tara and Brenton built their A-Team consisting of Walmsley Building and Ben Walker Architects, for the noble

endeavour of turning their Tocumwal House into a home for their young family.

“Their brief was to have something modern out back, but also to retain as much of the existing character of the house, so we did a full refurb of the old Tocumwal house, which had some structural problems, some previous termite damage, and a whole lot of water damage,” says Chris.

“And then, obviously, the new construction out the back.”

Except, it couldn’t be obvious. “The heritage constraints meant that only a small snippet of the rear extension could be seen from the street,” says Chris.

Luckily, there was a vision. “The roof pitch on the Tocumwal is quite steep - it would be nearly two storeys in its own right.” The slanted roof of the two-storey extension is a masterclass in angles, seamlessly nestling in behind the existing house.

“You wouldn’t know where it is until you walk inside,” says Chris.

It took six months to refurbish the Tocumwal, including upgrading the insulation and bringing the energy e ciency rating into the 21st century. It took 12 more months (interrupted by two lockdowns) to shift the kitchen, dining room, living room, rumpus room, master bedroom, and loft into the new wing – which features an internal balcony to admire it all.

Recycled timber flooring runs throughout the whole house, creating a sense of flow. Pieces from Tara’s collection of authentic mid-century modern furniture are scattered throughout.

Chris sums it up saying, “The old and new parts are distinctively di erent, but still feel as one.”

However, his favourite element of the build – what

he calls the “quiet dark horse in the corner” – is the charcoal grey kitchen. When creating a contemporary kitchen that stood in opposition to the Tocumwal’s 1940s amenities, the architect envisioned a kitchen made of steel.

“The benchtops are flat sheet metal, which is something that I’d never even heard of, let alone thought about doing,” says Chris.

To the idle eye, it’s a moody mid-century modern aesthetic, but to those in the know, it’s a feat in craftsmanship.

“Fortunately, we had an awesome team, from the client to the architect to my employees and all my subcontractors, which helped make it go as smooth as it could.

“When you can get a client like Tara who is happy to embark on such a journey and trust their architect, everyone has more freedom to do some really cool stu .”

No expense was spared on the unique details, from the recycled Canberra red brick wall, salvaged from another of Chris’s projects, to the emerald honeycomb tile backsplash in the kitchen, and the golden bee embossed wallpaper in the children’s bathroom.

“When you’ve got a healthy budget, it enables us to go out there and source really funky, high-quality products,” says Chris.

Despite its many accolades, the ultimate victory of Tocumwal House might be that it accomplished what Tara set out to achieve from the get-go: A modern renovation that comes at no expense to the character of the home.

“Sometimes, super architecturally detailed homes can come across as too crisp –more like a display house than a home,” says Chris.

“But with this one, you walk into it, and you can instantly feel this sense of warmth, a beautiful home that’s been lived in.”

- Anja de Rozario

This MBA award-winning extension nestles behind the existing Tocumwal

The kitchen holds a special place in the heart of head builder Chris Walmsley.

Photos The Guthrie Project

Rural serenity, urban convenience

Murrumbateman NSW 38 Middle Street

Welcome to 38 Middle Street, Murrumbateman NSW, located in the highly sought-after Fairley Estate. For those who work in Canberra, this location is a major advantage, providing the peaceful rural lifestyle whilst being less than a 45-minute drive from the city centre. However, Agent David Alexander notes that’s not all that the location offers. “It’s in proximity to quality schools, including the brand-new Murrumbateman Primary School, and vibrant local amenities, offering ease of access to both rural serenity and urban convenience.”

The countryside surrounding Murrumbateman offers countless scenic trails for hiking, cycling, or embracing your equestrian side. The region is

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also renowned for its wine and food culture, being part of the Canberra cool climate wine region.

His favourite aspects of the property include its spacious interiors, with the separate front lounge providing a cosy retreat, while the open plan living and dining area creates a flowing layout. The master bedroom boasts an ensuite and walk-in robe, and the under-roofline entertainment terrace provides the perfect place for hosting gatherings or enjoying a quiet moment with family and friends.

“It’s the perfect blend of design, comfort and convenience, catering to both family living and professional aspirations,” says David.

4 2 2

Price $1,050,000

View Thurs 17 August 5.45-6.15pm

Agent David Alexander Mob 0455 777 644

Ray White Rural Canberra | Yass 6226 4400

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26a Edmondson

Street, Campbell Ray White

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FLOREY 1 Clements Street

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The perfect family upsizer

An ideal family offering showcasing a generous, single level layout with a perfect fusion of separate indoor and multiple outdoor living areas. Featuring modern spacious kitchen, segregated master bedroom, well-maintained bathroom and ensuite, ducted heating/cooling and recently painted throughout.

Complete with 2 secure carports, additional parking and located opposite a sprawling green belt, Florey shops, Florey primary and bus stop.

EER 1.5

McKellar

7 Haverfield Place EER 3.5

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after suburb of McKellar, this long-held and beautifully-presented home offers a winning combination of space and comfort. Situated on a 707sqm block, it provides an abundance of living and entertaining space.

4 Waterson Drive Surf Beach

MODERN LIVING – A LOVELY LIFESTYLE BLOCK

Auction Thurs 24 Aug 5pm at 14 Wales Street, Belconnen

View Sat 19 Aug 11-11.30am

Agent Treston Bamber

Mob 0488 488 956

Ray White Canberra 6173 6340

Stunning home on 1.4ha zoned R5 with subdivision potential (minimum lot size 5000m2 in this area. Features include ducted reverse cycle A/C, open plan, modern tiling, wood fireplace. Children’s retreat/study space and media room, Chef inspired kitchen with quality appliances, island bench and walk-in pantry. Spacious undercover alfresco, double garage with internal access. Large 2-bay shed with additional carport and side access.

For Sale $1,390,000-$1,420,000

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LJ Hooker Batemans Bay 02 4472 6455

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