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From the editor On Sunday, I spent a delightful afternoon at a Thanksgiving party hosted by a dear friend who was born in the USA and has since made her home in Australia. We gathered on the party boat for a pleasant two-hour cruise on the lake, as we shared friendship, stories, and delicious traditional Thanksgiving fare supplemented by tasty contributions from guests. Of all the holidays, Thanksgiving is my friend’s favourite for several reasons – it hasn’t been commercialised, there’s no gift giving involved, and it’s fundamentally about being grateful. It’s a day to focus on the things you’re thankful for in your life: “Happiness is not having what you want, but wanting what you have” in the words of Rabbi Hyman Schachtel. My top memories of the Thanksgiving Day I spent in California as a 17-year-old exchange student is of my host Mum’s delicious cranberry stuffing and silky pumpkin pie. (Little wonder I stacked on the pounds that year!) I feel fortunate to live in a relatively safe, multicultural city like Canberra. Most citizens are generous, empathetic, and welcoming and accepting of diversity (at least, that’s been my experience over the past four decades here). Reasons to be grateful this past week include treasured friendships, delicious food, a scintillating night at Canberra Symphony’s Living Green concert, fun and laughter at Metaverse of Magic, a family birthday celebration, and living in Canberra, Australia. Take care,

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Canberra project geologist Chris Carson holding the meteorite he witnessed fall to Earth 54 years ago. Photo: Georgia Curry.

Canberra man’s emotional reunion with fragments from his past

eunions can be emotional and heartwarming but here’s one reunion – after being separated for 54 years – that recently happened in Canberra. It’s out of this world. When Higgins resident Chris Carson was eight years old and sitting on a bus in the Victorian town of Benalla, he witnessed a meteorite plummet to Earth. He never imagined one day he’d hold that seven-billion-year-old space rock as a project geologist at Geoscience Australia. It was an emotional moment when they met again. The small boy who was on his way home from Sunday school when he saw a brilliant white flash, now grasped the Murchison meteorite with child-like awe. “Wow, look at that, that is remarkable,” Chris said, as the meteorite fragment was taken out of a safe with protective, white gloves. “That was fantastic just to pick it up, actually, it was quite special to reconnect after having seen it fall in 1969. “I just happened to be looking out the window, right place at the right time. It was a clear, bright blue, sunny sky and I saw this brilliant white flash low on the western horizon. I knew enough about space and astronomy and all of those things to realise that it was a meteorite and I didn’t think anything of it at the time.” It’s been a long and winding road to reunite Chris and the Murchison meteorite. The young Chris had ambitions to be an 6

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astronaut (it was the year of the moon landing) but, with job opportunities scarce, Chris dropped out of astrophysics at uni and settled for something closer to home, Earth. His academic journey took him to universities in Tasmania, Melbourne, Sydney, Yale in the US, Canada’s arctic, and finally, a job in Canberra. Here, he locked eyes with the meteorite in a glass display cabinet in the foyer of Geoscience Australia in Symonston. “I didn’t know there was a fragment here until I got here. It was completely coincidental,” he said. “It was that nice closure of seeing it fall when I was an eight-year-old boy ... and here I am 50 something years later, being able to pick it up and hold it.” As he holds the meteorite, he’s visibly moved and transported back to 28 September 1969. “As soon as I hold it I can picture in my mind’s eye the flash of bright white light in a bright blue sky,” he said. “If I had’ve been looking anywhere else I would have missed it. “When I look at this, I see that flash in my eye from over 50 years ago. I still go back to Benalla to visit my elderly mum ... and I walk past the spot where I saw the flash in the sky, it looks exactly the same as what it did in 1969. It’s exciting. Here I am holding it, it’s quite remarkable.” Chris still goes star-gazing regularly with a telescope set up at home. “I do go out when the major meteorite showers are expected because there’s always the possibility

An eight-year-old Chris Carson, who saw a meteorite plummet to the ground in 1969. Photo supplied.

it could be a fantastic show. “ As an adult, Chris is still filled with child-like wonder about the Murchison meteorite and so is the world. It is the most studied meteorite known. “The thing I find absolutely astonishing about this is there’s material in here that predates the solar system,” he said. “I think that’s astonishing – half the age of the universe. There are fragments in the Murchison meteorite that are over seven billion years old, much older than the solar system and it was very special to hold something that old that represents something primordial in the formation of the universe.” Pieces of the Murchison meteorite (fragments weighing up to 7kg were found scattered over more than 13 square kilometres) are held at Geoscience Australia and other universities. Curator of Geoscience Australia’s National Mineral and Fossil Collection, Steven Petkovski, said the Murchison meteorite was one of the most studied meteorites known. “Research studies into its makeup have continued over the decades with exciting new discoveries made regularly,” Steven said. “For example, it has a water content of around eight per cent, which may hold clues as to why we have water here on Earth. Perhaps, most significantly, a recent study revealed it contains the oldest material ever found on Earth in the form of seven-billion-year-old stardust grains. This is two-and-a-half billion years older than our Earth and solar system.” The Murchison meteorite fragment and other significant space rocks are on display and available for research at the National Mineral and Fossil collection at Geoscience Australia; www.ga.gov.au canberradaily.com.au

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news Laura Nuttall first Gen Z elected to ACT Legislative Assembly Johnathan Davis, former Member for Brindabella, resigned from the Legislative Assembly earlier this month. But his successor, announced in a callback of votes on Monday, is once again both an ACT Green and the youngest member of the Assembly – indeed the youngest Greens politician in the country: 24– year-old Laura Nuttall. “I’m elated and honoured to represent the people of Brindabella,” Ms Nuttall said. “I’m very excited as the first Gen Z representative here in this Parliament. I don’t think we should stop there for young people. We’re going to be the ones living with the policies of this government for the longest time to come, so I think we need a voice as soon as possible, and as early as possible. “I joined the Greens and started getting active because I really fundamentally care about people and about the environment.” Ms Nuttall said she will listen to her electorate, and take her cues from what they want. “As a representative, it’s my job to get as much love as possible down south, a little bit of TLC, so that’s what I’ll be working towards.”

On a larger scale, Ms Nuttall wants to fix the inequality crisis; advocate for policies that help young people, like better rent controls; and look after Namadgi National Park (two-thirds of the area of her electorate). “I plan on bringing my 110 per cent; I think the people of Brindabella are 100 per cent worth it, and I just want to be a conduit for the ideas of the really smart people around me and all the people in the community.” Ms Nuttall graduated in July from the Australian National University with a degree in Asia Pacific studies, politics, philosophy, and economics, then worked with Libraries ACT. She joined the Greens in 2018, and worked for more than two years as a parttime Greens policy adviser. “I’m so lucky to have had experience in the Assembly, and a basic understanding of how it works,” Ms Nuttall said. “I got my passion working on sports policy, looking at things like blue-green algae, and hearing from all the constituents coming to us with issues that they needed solving. I’m hoping to continue to

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channel that passion and that understanding of the way the Assembly works to bring as many voices forward as possible.” While Ms Nuttall’s youth has concerned some commentators, both she and ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury believe that is an advantage. “A Legislative Assembly is made up of 25 representatives,” Ms Nuttall said. “Until now, we haven’t had a single Gen Z voice in parliament. Gen Z people are voting age, we’re the ones dealing with the brunt of the housing crisis and the cost of living. I think that adding that voice to the table is a really important element.” “It’s very important that we hear from Laura’s generation,” Mr Rattenbury said. “They’ve got big stakes in the future.” Ms Nuttall was elected through a callback of votes at lunchtime on Monday, supervised by the ACT Electoral Commissioner, Damien Cantwell AM. - Nick Fuller

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selling their wares at POP, we’re all about spreading the ‘shop local’ love this Christmas and this is a great time for Canberrans to come and enjoy the festive cheer, some party food, a drink or two on us – and, of course, grab some locally-made Christmas shopping while they’re at it,” Gabe smiles. POP Sleighs is open to all ages and will feature live music, free donuts and gelato, free drink samples from local wineries and distilleries, along with drinks for the little ones. This lively event will also offer lucky door prizes and double the POP points for every purchase made in store. POP Sleighs will be held this

POP Canberra in Braddon is your ‘shop local’ paradise, where you’ll find wares from more than 250 local makers.

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Fricken Chicken will bring all your favourites to The Point.

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race yourselves, because Tuggeranong is about to get a whole lot livelier! ‘The Point’, South.Point’s new dining and entertainment precinct, is ready to take this summer by storm. Think good times, great food, and all-around fun. So, what’s the scoop on The Point? South.Point’s former south courtyard has been transformed into a buzzing hub of entertainment and playtime. We’re talking a mezzanine beer garden, outdoor communal seating, two gigantic screens to watch sports, and a playground that’ll make kids jump for joy. The precinct is set to be the perfect gathering point. Whether it’s a casual catch-up to watch the game, a quick bite while the kids expel energy or an evening sesh with live music, The Point has got you covered.

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slides and screens; it’s also a foodie adventure unique to Canberra. South.Point has brought together several Canberra-born and loved food brands under one roof! Say hello to a lineup of local legends set to rock your taste buds. Calling all fried chicken fanatics! Fricken Chicken is opening in a matter of weeks. They will bring all your favourites – from boxes, burgers and wings to salads and kids’ meals, with gluten-free and vegan options also available. Their secret crispy, juicy fried chicken recipe is a true masterpiece and has earned them a flock of loyal customers across the region. The family-owned business is excited to expand into the South, so bring your crew, grab some napkins, and dive into some fricken goodness. Phat Panda is the Asian-fusion delight that has been wowing locals for years, and now they are back with a fresh look and expanded menu. Did someone say Gelato Baos? Yes, please! They offer food that comes from generations of culinary experience combined with a passion for

Phat Panda owner, Luke, is a Tuggers boy, proud to share his Asian-fusion delights with locals at The Point.

experimentation. The owner, Luke, is a true Tuggers boy and is honoured to open Phat Panda in his home area, offering a flavour-packed experience you can’t get anywhere else in Canberra. Biteful Kebabs is one of those gems – if you know, you know. Boasting an impressive reputation, it will be no surprise to regulars when Biteful Kebabs becomes a new go-to for first-time visitors. Their menu is a treasure trove of flavours, offering a taste of the Middle East right in the heart of Tuggeranong. And while you may need to wait a little longer for the next one, you know it will be worth it. Get ready for the Boss of Burgers to open in early 2024, as Brodburger brings their new concept burger joint to The Point. You’ll find all your Brod faves plus some

Iconic Canberra burger joint, Brodburger, will open their new concept burger joint at The Point in January.

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secret menu items (but not-so-secret anymore). And they’re not just slinging burgers! They will also operate a mezzanine beer garden and bar, serving up an epic selection of local wines, beers, and spirits. Brod is set to keep the party going as they bring an array of events and music gigs to the space. It’s family-friendly vibes during the day and late-night good times after dark. And, of course, they’ll be giving out free burgers to celebrate opening day at their newest joint, so keep an eye on their socials for more details.

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Also coming to The Point early next year is Prosecco Bar by Glamorous Nails, the first nail

Biteful Kebabs offers a delectable taste of the Middle East at South.Point.

salon and bar to open in South Canberra. What better way to unwind than with a glass of bubbles while being pampered! And if all this wasn’t enough to keep the family entertained, Metaphysica Virtual Reality has got you sorted with various mind-blowing VR games, escape rooms and adventures through thrilling, immersive worlds. From the ocean’s depths to the outer reaches of space, there is fun to be had for the young and the young at heart. With the introduction of The Point, locals won’t need to leave the area to enjoy great food and live entertainment in one place. But it’s not just for those who live locally. Those across the lake will have plenty of reasons to venture down south with the

ongoing events, entertainment and live music that South.Point has in store. Speaking of reasons to head to The Point, to celebrate the opening of the new space, get ready for the first Summerfest to be hosted by South.Point. Summerfest will see a suite of children’s activities held every weekend in January. There will be outdoor movie sessions, mini carnivals and stacks of giveaways. Sign up to the South.Point newsletter or follow their socials to keep updated. This summer is sorted! If you are looking for a perch to watch the Big Bash, the A-League or just want a bite with friends, get to The Point. W: southpointcanberra.com.au

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L’épi Group sharing French artisan fare with Canberra

Ignace Diompy ensures every tasty baked good created at L’épi Artisan Bakery Group is made from scratch.

Owner of L’épi Artisan Bakery Group, Ignace Diompy, took over Crust Artisan Bakery at Fyshwick Markets two years ago. Since then, he launched the L’épi French Artisan Bakery brand, firstly at Chisholm Village Shopping Centre 12 months ago, and recently at Kambah Village Shopping Centre last month. Born in France, Ignace came to Australia in 2018 working as a baker locally, before making the brave jump into business ownership in 2021.

ow did you get started in the bakery business, and what inspired you to open your own bakery?

I started when I was 16 years old. I was fascinated about being a pastry chef first, but I wasn’t the best student and a few challenges emerged, so I ended up being a baker. I began to discover how I enjoyed the bakery side more, and so I started my apprenticeship at a place in France. What inspired me to open my own bakery is my

passion for my job, as well as my interest in business. I am someone not really interested in fitting into the normal systems so it was pretty evident to me early on that I would be starting my own bakery someday. However, the main reason why I wanted to start my own bakery is because I want to create something on my own that is for the greater good. I dream one day – I dream a lot! – to make a difference in the bakery world. For me, it’s not about having the brand name everywhere; it’s about bringing a fully sustainable

product to the community. I have a dream to have a farm that grows all the ingredients in our products sustainably, to produce our milk, our meats and other ingredients ourselves in a way that is both ethical and sustainable. So, this dream of having a positive impact on the environment, to bring quality products to the community, is what has inspired me to open these bakeries.

Tell us about how you have grown since your journey began.

Oh, a lot! I have had more growth in the last two years compared to the previous six years. Although it has been really challenging, I think overall it is really positive growth. I have had many, many challenges; for example, during the first month of taking over the Hume bakery (now our manufacturing HQ), we went through many machines breaking down, all at the same time. I do think we went a bit too quick … the experience itself as a business owner was not too great, but what we managed to do in the business has had a greater positive impact on the overall business, because it has rapidly increased our learnings and knowledge. Right now, we are feeling more confident than ever, basically because of all the challenging stages that we went through.

Customers can choose from delicious sweet treats, authentic French-style baguettes, and 13 varieties of sourdough bread, the bakery’s most popular product.

Since taking over Crust Artisan Bakery at Fyshwick Markets in 2021, Ignace Diompy has expanded L’épi Artisan Bakery Group to bakery cafés in Chisholm and Kambah.

What do you find most rewarding about running a bakery?

The most rewarding aspect of running a bakery is customer happiness. This is what it’s all about – customer happiness. Because we make a certain kind of bread that not everyone makes. And because the preparation steps and techniques we use are quite extensive, we don’t take any shortcuts. For us, it’s all about the passion going into our products, and because we’re passionate about the product, when you hear someone talking about your bakery and your products in a good way and sharing those views to others, I don’t see anything that can beat that, with regards to feeling rewarded.

What are some of the most popular items your customers always come back for?

Oh, I would say our bread, particularly our wide sourdough range. We have 13 sourdough flavours to choose from, some customers just stick to one flavour they always come back for, other customers love coming back and going through our long menu of breads and trying the variety. Our baguettes as

L’épi Artisan Bakery Group brings authentic French artisan style to the bakery scene in Canberra.

well we are really well known for, as they really represent us and the authentic French artisan style we bring to the bakery scene in Canberra.

What is your favourite thing about working in a bakery? It’s the process of having raw ingredients and mixing and creating those ingredients into a finished product for others to enjoy.

How often are you looking to innovate and create new goodies for customers? We innovate and create new goodies monthly. You will see in each of our bakeries a monthly special. For Christmas we have two specials coming up – a beautiful range of Christmas biscuits and a Christmas log. We find our customers love having new goodies to try in our cafés each month.

What makes the L’épi Bakery Group different? The focus on the product. We are using the best quality flour that you can find locally and we are not trying to save and to cut costs on the quality of the

ingredients. Also, our baking processes are really long, they are actually the longest processes you can use in the bakery, so even though this costs us more, the quality is evident in our products. We are constantly learning from our customers, listening to what they love, and improving and getting better every time in our journey and so that will always help to shape our quality products. In what ways do you engage with the local

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We have a vision for our bakeries to be spaces that impact the local communities they are in. We value family and so local families are at the focus of our bakeries. How can we create convenience and quality products that our communities love. We also have a plan to be giving back to our local communities over the next 12 months, as we settle into our new locations in Chisholm and Kambah, so we look forward to seeing those relationships grow in the new year. Email hello@lepibakerygroup.com.au to find out more, or visit L’épi Artisan Bakery at Kambah Village Shopping Centre or Chisholm Village Shopping Centre. @ L’épi Artisan Bakery @lepiartisanbakerycafe

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New OzHarvest Canberra van needed to ease food insecurity Demand for food assistance in Canberra has never been higher, OzHarvest Canberra city manager Bin Barnier says. But the recent acquisition of their third van improves the charity’s capacity to rescue and deliver more food, more reliably. OzHarvest Canberra rescues more than 10,000 kg of food and delivers nearly 22,000 meals every week, supporting 70 not-for-profit agencies. Every kilogram of food equates to two meals, and all the food is supplied, collected, and handed onto individuals at no charge, Ms Barnier said. In the 12 months to the end of October, the charity collected 518,000 kg of food, or more than a million meals – which Ms Barnier said was unheard of, but not sustainable for her team of five. “So we’ve pushed it till we could, financially and with results, justify another van,” she said. “With only two vans on the road, it was always a very stressful situation. Because if we had a truck off the road … I was always worried that if we couldn’t deliver, someone was going to go hungry.”

By changing rosters and working hard, OzHarvest reduced missed shifts from six a month to only three. Over the last two-and-a-half years, they have increased donations and deliveries from 27 to 43 times a month – or 43 tonnes a month. “But that puts a lot of strain on the drivers because of the weight and the volume,” Ms Barnier said. “For us, it’s not just about volume… We want to deliver the best quality food and the best mix.” OzHarvest already works with 104 donors, including major supermarkets. The third van will allow them to take on more donors, such as national institutions. That excess food will be needed: 46 per cent of the charities OzHarvest supports can’t meet demand; 31 per cent of people seeking assistance are doing so for the very first time; and demand increased by 73 per cent in May. “We’ve got people with two incomes, with young families, trying to get to work and pay childcare at the same time, and they are coming for the very first

time for food assistance to all the charities that we support,” Ms Barnier said. Ms Barnier recommends that people in need visit Ask Izzy, a website that connects people in crisis with services they require. Many ACT agencies also run food co-ops and pantries; VolunteeringACT has a list online. Ms Barnier also urges the public to help if they can. Some locals have made heartening contributions to food rescue efforts, she said. “Financial donations are absolutely necessary, and as little as $1 will help pay for two meals,” she said. “Maybe don’t buy that extra present for under the Christmas tree, but go straight to our website: www.ozharvest.org.” All donations remain local. But financial donations aren’t the only way to support OzHarvest. Recycling pickup service ReCollect will take cans, bottles, cartons, juice boxes and poppers to the ACT Container Deposit Scheme; the 10-cent refund collected from recycling these containers will be donated to OzHarvest. You can also donate 10c bottles and cans at the purple recycle bins at Waves Car Wash sites across the ACT. Full story online. - Nick Fuller

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HelpingACT brightens Christmas for families in need Five years ago, HelpingACT only needed to donate 80 Christmas hampers – but as Canberra families struggle with the cost of living, the food relief charity hopes to pack 225 hampers for people in need this year. Already, demand for food assistance has doubled this year, and without help, many will have a gloomy festive season, unable to put food on the table or afford Christmas dinner. HelpingACT’s founder and chair, Mohammed Ali, the 2022 Canberra Citizen of the Year, implores the public to be generous and aid them. Ginninderry has donated $3,000, but HelpingACT needs to raise another $4,000 by Wednesday 6 December. “This is the time for all Canberra to come together,” Mr Ali said. “This is not only to save the dignity and respect for all living in Canberra under stress. We are an affluent city, and we have to maintain that beauty of the city as much as possible. I’m sure that we can do it.”

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HelpingACT will donate the hampers to homeless people via the Early Morning Centre; to refugees and asylum seeker families through Companion House; to culturally diverse families in need through Uniting Church at Kippax; through vulnerable families on HelpingACT’s own list; and to other struggling families. The charity will pack the hampers at the Link – Ginninderry Community & Information Centre on Saturday 9 December. COVID-19 was a turning point in the lives of many families who were doing okay, Mr Ali said. Before the pandemic, they were not affluent, but could make ends meet. However, the cost of goods and bank interest rates increased. Now, many organisations and street organisations find that they are helping more families than they had expected or planned for earlier in the year. Mr Ali believes the federal government must reassess welfare payments, to raise them above

Helping ACT founder, Mohammed Ali (centre), says the local charity plans to pack 225 hampers this Christmas. File image.

the poverty line. He also urges the government to help struggling families at this time. “Because after spending whatever they have on this Christmas season, they might find themselves in a completely dark corner in terms of how to run the show day by day,” he said. The public can help by donating through HelpingACT’s website: www.helpingact.org/ donate. Organisations can also bring longlife food to HelpingACT’s Food Bank at the Theo Notaras Multicultural Centre, 180 London Circuit, Civic, on Saturday morning. Contact Mr Ali on 0404 947 260 for more information. - Nick Fuller

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Live music and performances added extra excitement to the festivities.

Attendees at the Orana Spring Fair enjoyed a multitude of stalls – from delicious foods and treats, to handmade natural items, plants and a book shop. The annual maypole dance performed by Class 4 students is a highlight of Orana’s Spring Fair.

Celebration of at Orana Spring Fair ith the deep blue sky and the warm spring sun reminding everyone that summer is just around the corner, Orana Steiner School celebrated its annual Spring Fair on Sunday 19 November. The Spring Fair is a major event on Orana’s calendar each year and it is a special time where both the school and local communities come together to celebrate the hope that Spring brings, the connection with the natural world around us, experience the joy of creativity, and find value in connection with each other. Held on the beautiful Orana campus in Weston, the Spring Fair gave everyone who attended the opportunity to enjoy a multitude of stalls run by class groups that ranged from handmade natural items such as toys, clothes, soaps, pottery and candles, to the book shop, silent auction, plant stall, and many delicious foods and treats.

Children explored their creativity with various thoughtful and natural craft activities and tested their grip strength on the rock-climbing wall. There were performances by students and community members as well as local performers and musicians, including string ensembles and jazz solos, drum workshops, folk dancing sessions and puppet shows. Accompanied by the school band, the maypole dance was performed by Class 4 which demonstrated their ability to remember complex physical routines and movements to create intricate patterns, all to the beat of the music. The highlight of the Spring Fair was seeing the school and local community members coming together to celebrate and enjoy the occasion. While Orana’s primary purpose is to educate and inspire students to achieve their best work, work creatively, and become aware of themselves as individuals who will contribute positively to global social change, the sense of

community and involvement from parents and carers is invaluable in helping them reach their full potential in their journey through life and as a positive functioning member of society. Festivals are a vital part of any Steiner school community, where people of all walks of life come together to celebrate the changing of the seasons and connect to the world around us. In our modern and often busy daily lives, these festivals help us to press pause on the hustle and bustle of our usual days and weeks. They allow us to take time to create a deliberate anchor point in the cycle of the year to strengthen each child’s connection to the world, their community, and their own place in it. It also provides an avenue of anticipation as they look forward to these festivals and get excited about the part they play within them. Orana would like to thank their wonderful P&F, and all those who put in a huge effort to help organise and run the fair leading up to and on the day. They would also like to thank all the businesses, individuals and families who donated items toward the stalls and silent auction for their contribution to the Spring Fair. If you would like more information about Orana Steiner School, visit www.oranaschool.com or call (02) 6288 4283.

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Julian Leeser suggests path for ALP to reclaim inner-city seats First, congratulations to Dave Sharma on winning the NSW Liberal Senate preselection. He is a quality person, and should make an excellent addition to our national parliament. Scary Christmas present from Federal energy minister Chris Bowen MP for committing squillions of taxpayers’ money (actual amount to be determined) for almost certainly destructive (to the environment), useless renewable infrastructure that will do more damage than good, and flies in the face of most other countries’ increasing commitment to a nuclear power future. [Ed.: The Federal Government last week announced it would expand the Capacity Investment Scheme to generate 32 gigawatts of clean and renewable electricity nationally; fossil fuels would not be eligible.] Interesting article by prominent Liberal ‘Yes’ campaigner Julian Leeser MP last Friday (24 November) in The Australian. Julian has been my mate since 2008. It wasn’t until his swearing into the federal parliament in 2016 that I learnt he was Jewish. Julian gave a recent

speech urging the major parties to put the Greens last in future elections due to their racist anti-Semitic stance. In The Australian, he wrote: “The Greens’ behaviour online and in parliament since 7 October 2023 [the Hamas incursion into Israel] on these matters has been nothing less than disgraceful.” He went on to say: “But anti-Semitism is now a full blown feature of the extremist-Greens political ideology. It represents a danger to Jewish Australians and all Australians who value freedom. It’s why I believe the major parties of Australia must preference the Greens last.” I agree wholeheartedly with him. Racism must be squashed, and anti-Semitism is the oldest form of racism. Since 2010, I have always put the Greens last, as I believe their policies are usually incredibly dangerous to the harmony and prosperity of this country. It has never ceased to amaze me how stupid the Coalition has been in preferencing the Greens above Labor. Labor also has no reason to pander to the

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Greens, as the Greens hate the Coalition and will always put Labor in front of them, come what may. Labor is in a win-win situation. Julian is right in pointing out that now voters have a moral imperative to put the Greens last due to their anti-Semitism. I would suggest Dutton and Albanese in 2025 preference each other in front of the Greens. Liberals/Nats should put the Greens last, and the ALP should always preference the Libs/Nats in front of the Greens. There is no way the Greens will put the Coalition in front of Labor, so the ALP loses nothing. Indeed, it stands to gain back a few innercity seats. The Libs/Nats need to run candidates in all federal House of Reps seats – especially the inner-city seats, which probably only vote 15 per cent Liberal. That 15 per cent may well, due to preferences, see a good old ALP candidate elected and beat the Greens. It is a way of squeezing the Greens out of the House of Reps – a good thing for Australia in my view, as it strikes a blow, not only against anti-Semitism, but against policies ruinous to Australia. Bill Stefaniak is founder of the Belco Party, and former Leader of the Canberra Liberals.

opinion Response from leader of the ACT Greens, Shane Rattenbury The ACT and Australian Greens completely reject, and have always completely rejected, antisemitism. It is one of the most dangerous forms of hate in our community. As with all forms of racism, we recognise that it is not enough to simply not be antisemitic, but rather we must be anti-racist and active allies of the Jewish community. In doing so, we must acknowledge that antisemitism can take numerous forms, involving numerous tropes around the Jewish community. One such trope is associating the Jewish people with the State of Israel, its actions and its government. This is of course, is wrong and antisemitic. In reality, many members of the Jewish community, including in our own party, are strong activists against the State of Israel’s subjugation of the

Palestinian people. We in the Greens are proud to stand with such activists in calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and PalestineIsrael more broadly, to save the lives of Palestinians and Jews alike. We are equally proud to stand with activists in calling for an end to the State of Israel’s perpetuation of the crime of Apartheid against Palestinians, and its occupation of Palestinian territories. I completely reject any suggestion that the Greens support Hamas and its war crimes. We unequivocally condemn the atrocities committed on October 7. We will continue to work hard to make the Canberra community welcoming for those in the Jewish community who chose to call this city home. canberradaily.com.au

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supporting local artisans, and promoting sustainability.” Mr Ferguson’s students make designer jewellery (Greens MLA Emma Davidson can often be seen wearing their PacMan or mushroom earrings), T-shirts, greeting cards, digital art, calendars, sculptures, mugs and more. Some of the artists are only eight, but are already being paid commissions. So far, the students’ artworks have been sold at expos at their studio, or art shows at the Belconnen Community Centre earlier this year. Mr Ferguson has spent this year trying to work out how to showcase some of the kids’

Luke Ferguson, founder of Daydream Machine, a creative studio for neurodivergent youth whose pieces will be sold at the new Social Bean Café & Emporium in Belconnen.

work outside those shows. He had toyed with the idea of setting up a shopfront at the studio in Fyshwick – but someone would have to staff it over the weekend. “Setting up [the shopfront] at the Social Bean Café and Emporium is great,” Mr Ferguson said. “It’s perfect for us. In this way, we can direct people all year round to the Emporium, which is really exciting.” Other organisations featured include SiTara’s Story, a charity supporting Bangladeshi women, and Darkies Design, an independent clothing label, founded by Dion Devow, 2018 ACT Australian of the Year. The Daydream Machine put dibs on the front window space. It has a massive blank wall that will display a lot of the students’ art, while each youngster will have a cubbyhole where they can set up their own merchandise. “We’re encouraging them to explore [their passion] and run with it and see how far we can take it,” Mr Ferguson said. “We’re providing an opportunity for them to make some money out of doing what they love. The money is just a bonus in some way. It’s giving the students a way to express their talents and showcase it to the wider community. You can just see the self-belief and confidence growing in all of the

students. It’s great!” Capital Region Community Services will take sales from the Daydream Machine and other stalls, and charge what Ms Prowse called an “incredibly low” 15 per cent commission on all the artworks sold. All proceeds will be used to run events, workshops and activities. “It’s a really fair arrangement,” Mr Ferguson said. “Our kids keep the profits from the sale … It’s a good incentive. And it means we don’t have to man the stores ourselves.” Although some students are keen to pop in on weekends, restock their items, and spruik their wares. Many of the Daydream Machine kids will reinvest their money into home studios, so they can continue to pursue their art. The Social Bean will also host repair and recycle activities, such as turning old clothes into new items. The Social Bean will open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Ms Prowse hopes volunteers will help to keep it open on weekends. She has put out a call for volunteers “who would like to help us with this incredible social venture that’s supporting the community.” Social Bean Café & Emporium, 23 Swanson Court, Belconnen. - Nick Fuller canberradaily.com.au

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to the editor Organise the peace Our media in all its forms has been consumed with distressing and confronting coverage and commentary of conflicts and war, civil or international, which seem to have no end, particularly in Gaza at present. We are distressed and moved but feel helpless to make any meaningful contribution to the plight of those suffering unimaginable atrocity and suffering, and, as a result, can easily become complacent. Mindful of all the current conflicts around the world, not only in Gaza, we must remember all those affected by war, particularly the innocent civilians. At times like these, I am reminded of the timeless wisdom of Aristotle: ‘It is not enough to win a war; it is more important to organise the peace’. - Angela Kueter-Luks, Bruce

Double standards Interestingly, a lot of the letter writers in the local lefty newspaper that were hanging LNP staffer Bruce Lehrmann without a guilty verdict and an innocent man were non-existent in expressing

their guilty-until-proven innocent verdict on the local Greens accused Jonathan Davis. Seems like double standards always apply to the left. - Ian Pilsner, Weston

Rewritten history Mike Alves’ claim that Israel is a cancer echoes terrorist groups like Hamas and their Iranian sponsor (CW 16 November). No wonder he felt the need to rewrite Israel’s early history. The Palestinian Mandate was established by the League of Nations after World War I specifically to establish a Jewish national home. It was previously part of the Turkish Ottoman Empire, not the “Palestinian nation”. Following World War II, the UN partitioned what was left of the Mandate after Britain carved off Jordan between Jews and Arabs, giving areas where Jews were in the majority in Israel. The Jews were not happy with the plan, but agreed, but the Arabs in the Mandate and every surrounding country launched a war of genocidal intent, aiming to kill or

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expel all Jews. Roughly 700,000 Arabs left Israel as a result of this war they started, some forced out by fighting, but most left in fear or to get out of the way. Those who stayed became Israeli citizens. To resolve the conflict, Hamas, which will never accept a Jewish state, must be uprooted, and the Palestinian Authority must negotiate in good faith about the next Israeli offer of statehood. It has refused three previous offers though they met international expectations. - Alan Shroot, Forrest

Multi-faceted approach needed Re: Bill Stefaniak’s comment on the hospitals in the ACT (CW 23 November), he and the rest of the community have a right to be appalled. Addressing concerns about declining standards in healthcare institutions such as Canberra and [North Canberra] Hospitals involves a multi-faceted approach that often requires collaboration between the government, healthcare professionals, and the community. Encourage open and transparent communication between the government, healthcare providers, and the public, thus helping in understanding the specific issues. Independent review of the hospitals to assess the quality of care, identify areas of improvement, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards, including sufficient funding and staffing to improve equipment and overall quality of services, which includes investment in training and professional development of healthcare staff to ensure they are up to date with the latest medical practices and standards. Collaborate with healthcare professionals and their associations to address concerns, implement evidence-based practices, and

improve overall patient care. Engage with the local community to gather feedback on their experiences with healthcare services. Hold the government accountable for the standards of healthcare delivery, and ensure that there is political will to address the issues and implement necessary changes. Public advocacy, community involvement, and ongoing monitoring are crucial components of achieving lasting positive change. - Errol Good, Macgregor

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In the Down to Business article ‘Plea to to be polite to frontline workers’ (CW 23 November), Greg Hartford appeals to clients and customers of Canberra businesses to be calm, patent and polite to business staff: a perfectly reasonable request. He also notes “The (rudeness) situation seems to have got a lot worse after the COVID-19 lockdowns”. I am inclined to agree. In my view, there may well be another factor at work here: people worrying, albeit many of them subconsciously, about climate change. This would most likely be the case with younger people and parents with young children. These folk understand that if climate change is as bad as climate scientists insist it is, young adults and children will feel the full force of increasingly frequent and severe extreme weather events and climate catastrophes. From the business point of view, many business premises will become very expensive to insure or be uninsurable, especially close to a low-lying coast, because of sea-level rise and costal erosion; or on or near a floodplain, due to more frequent and severe floods.The possible (some would say likely) consequences of climate change provide plenty to worry about. – Douglas Mackenzie, Deakin

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FGF is a local volunteer community organisation formed in 2010 to restore and regenerate Fetherston Gardens. This dedicated group of volunteers maintain the 3.5-hectare public garden located along Heysen Street in Weston, working there every Wednesday 10am-12pm and the last Sunday of each month 10am-1pm. Fetherston Gardens are over 50 years old and include an arboretum, woodland, herb, native, secret and Gallipoli gardens, and open green spaces, arbors, ponds and a maze of paths. FGF is now an associated organisation with Weston Creek Community Association, an incorporated, not-for-profit community organisation that was formed in the early 1970s when the area was being developed. WCCA manages Weston Creek Community Centre and four other facilities around Canberra. More info: email fetherstongardens@gmail.com or info@westoncccentre.org.au

Christmas Fair Choose from the plants, pre-loved books, games, clothes and jewellery, a Christmas gift stall, trash & treasure, craft items, a cake stall with Christmas baking, and BBQ on Saturday 2 December 9am-12.30pm at Christ Church, Hawker. Free tea/coffee and biscuits. Everybody welcome! More info: 0428 266 658.

Australian International Brigade Volunteers On Sunday 3 December 11am-3pm, the Australian Friends of the International Brigades will hold our annual commemoration and picnic at the Australian volunteers’ memorial in Lennox Gardens, Yarralumla. This year is the 30th anniversary of the memorial’s unveiling and everyone is welcome to join us and discover more about its significance. Then join us and share our annual picnic – bring a plate or snacks and something to drink. More info: email Jim at afibcbr@gmail.com

Friends of ANBG photography exhibition The Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens’ 10th annual exhibition of Australian flora and fauna photography is on at the Botanic Gardens Visitors Centre until Sunday 10 December. The People’s Choice Award enables visitors to cast their vote for their favourite photograph on display.

Dancing in the Park Join Monaro Folk Society on most Mondays in December, January and February from 6.30pm to dusk for a series of free dances for all the family at Stage 88 in Commonwealth Park. Learn Australian bush dances with our expert teachers in a family-friendly, fun and relaxed setting or just listen to the traditional music from our live band. More info: monarofolk.org.au

Free Pelvic Floor Workshops Women of all ages are invited to attend this free pelvic floor workshop presented by a Physiotherapist from Canberra Health Services on Tuesday 5 December 9.30am-12pm at Gungahlin Community Health Centre. Bookings essential; call the Community Heath Intake Team on 5124 9977.

Christmas concerts I Progetti: This Canberra choral group presents 400, an exquisite selection of choral music from the Renaissance era, in aid of St John’s Care Christmas Appeal, on Saturday 2 December 5pm, St John’s Anglican Church, Reid. Join us for 90 minutes of sacred and secular song at this atmospheric music venue. Entry by donation. Limited seating, please arrive early. Free and plentiful parking. (Guaranteed no snowmen, donkeys or jingle bells!) Tuggeranong Sing Australia: LDK Christmas Concert on Monday 4 December 1.30pm in the Auditorium at LDK, Greenway Views, 260 Soward Way, Greenway. Get into the Christmas spirit early, join us in singing your favourite Christmas carols, with a special treat for our audience. More info: Colleen on 0478 599 631. 32

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Peace Bell Zonta Club of Canberra Breakfast invite the Canberra community to attend the ringing of the Peace Bell to commemorate women, children and men who have died through gender-based violence in 2023. Held at Nara Park, Yarralumla on Sunday 10 December 9am. Sadly, the number of women in Australia who have died in this way this year is 47 (as of 9 November). Tickets available through Humanitix.

Charity Stall Relay for Life Team, the Bold Bandannas, will hold a stall at the Harmonie German Club on Sunday 10 December from 8.30am-4.30pm to raise funds for cancer research, prevention and support services. In addition to our homemade preserves, including sugar-reduced and lemon butter, children’s dress-up clothes, hand knitted doll’s clothes, covered coat hangers, crocheted hand towels, we have an extensive range of Christmas fare:- hampers (with home-made contents), puddings, cakes, shortbread and rum balls. We are the sole seller of a children’s book called Who Took the Egg? which would make an excellent present. More info: call Jan on 6231 0761.

Kmart Wishing Tree Kmart Australia has launched its 36th annual Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal together with founding charity partner, The Salvation Army, once again calling for support with any gift or monetary contributions in-store and online until 24 December. The Salvation Army is anticipating this Christmas will be one of the busiest they have seen. Research shows that previously comfortable Australians are now struggling to pay rent, transport, food, childcare and education, with 22 per cent of Australians significantly struggling – and more than 760,000 Australians will be living in poverty this Christmas. Since its launch in 1987, the Appeal has raised more than 10 million gifts for people doing it tough, with close to 400,000 gifts being collected and nearly $300,000 in funds every year.

Big W Giving Tree Big W’s annual Giving Tree has returned to stores, inviting customers to help families needing a little extra support this year. Until Christmas Eve, customers can place an unwrapped gift under the Giving Tree at their local Big W, which has partnered with Good360 Australia to match all 177 stores with a local charity. This year’s Giving Tree will support 106 organisations across Australia, including women’s shelters, youth centres, homeless shelters and children in hospital. canberradaily.com.au

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SAGITTARIUS NOV 23 – DEC 21

GEMINI MAY 22 – JUN 21

You’ll find an improvement at home uplifting, such as better interpersonal dynamics or even a more stable sense of belonging. You’ll also enjoy a get-together or a trip that brings you in touch with favourite people. Just avoid overspending.

You’ll enjoy spending time with like-minded people. It’s a lovely week to make changes at home, and you may also receive visitors or good news from afar. If a battle of wills arises, diplomacy and tact will defuse the situation.

CAPRICORN DEC 22 – JAN 20

CANCER JUN 22 – JUL 22

You’ll appreciate and enjoy a sociable week and paperwork and logistics will gain your attention too. You have the chance to improve your career, your finances or status, so be sure to take the initiative. Avoid taking others’ issues personally.

A change in your usual routine, either due to work or due to a change of environment will be uplifting. Be sure to consider travel and collaborations in this light. However, some relationships will require a gentle touch to avoid arguments.

AQUARIUS JAN 21 – FEB 19

LEO JUL 23 – AUG 23

A favourite activity such as travel or sports will be replenishing, as long as you avoid allowing a health or work issue to gain your focus and disturb your peace of mind. You’ll find a financial or social development enriching.

This is a great week to advance both personal and financial matters, as your efforts are likely to succeed. You’ll gain the help or co-operation of someone you rely on financially. Stay on top of a changing scenario to avoid disappointment.

PISCES FEB 20 – MAR 20

VIRGO AUG 24 – SEPT 23

You’ll appreciate the sense that issues that have been stuck begin to move forward in your personal or work life, with developments this week providing insight into the best way forward to create more stability for yourself, especially in relationships.

A strong work ethic will produce positive results. This is also a good week to see progress both financially and in your personal life. Make time for the activities and people you love. But you must avoid a battle of wills.

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20

LIBRA SEPT 24 – OCT 23

Developments will remind you that life rarely hands you a gold platter, but that hard work and application are nevertheless rewarded. If you encounter a stand-off, friends, organisations and your communication skills will help you to break through.

Venus in your sign makes a harmonious aspect with stabilising Saturn, bringing the chance to attain a happy situation or a secure phase in your personal life. However, you must approach a difference of opinion carefully to avoid an impasse.

TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21

SCORPIO OCT 24 – NOV 22

This is a good week to make changes in your daily schedule to create more contentment in your life. However, you may need to consider logistics more than usual. So be sure to plan ahead, especially regarding travel, study and/or legal matters.

You’ll enjoy the sense that the festive season has begun with socialising, music and get-togethers a real drawcard. A reunion or a return to an old haunt will be enticing, but you must plan ahead and avoid needless arguments.

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Affordable summer holiday fun at Northside Community Service Finding affordable and fun things to do for young people can be a challenge, which is why Northside Community Service is providing some great programs and activities during the Summer School Holidays. The School Holiday Program runs from 15 to 26 January and has a range of different options for young people aged 12 to 25 years. Two free First Aid and CPR course and qualification training sessions are available, helping to develop important life and safety skills. There’s a Pool Competition and Drop-In at the newlyreopened Gunners Place at 8

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South.Point offers Santa photo options to suit everyone, including Sensitive Santa and Santa Pet Photo sessions The enchanting Christmas Craft Village invites children to be creative.

Family fun and entertainment all summer long at South.Point The season of “Mum, Dad, I’m bored” is nearly upon us. But do not fret, South.Point in Tuggeranong has made sure there is plenty for the little ones to do – before and after Christmas! Let’s dive into the all the fun awaiting you at South.Point!

Capture the Magic of Christmas with Santa Photos

The most iconic symbol of Christmas is none other than Santa Claus himself. Head over to Centre Court to capture the magic of Christmas with a memorable photo session with Santa. Whether it’s your kiddos who have their wish list ready, or you are a big kid who just wants to relive the joy of the season, Santa is ready to welcome you. But that’s not all! South.Point is also offering Sensitive Santa and Santa Pet Photo sessions to ensure that everyone can join in the festive fun. Sensitive Santa sessions, designed for families with children facing sensory challenges, provide a calm and welcoming environment. These sessions take place before stores open on Sundays, with reduced noise and lights, creating a sensory-friendly experience for all. To avoid missing out on this magical opportunity, make sure to book your Santa Photos session ahead of time.

Explore the Christmas Craft Village

Step into a gingerbread-themed wonderland at the Christmas Craft Village. This enchanting village is

packed with interactive activities for your little elves to enjoy. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect: • Craft Workshops: Unleash your child’s creativity with a series of festive craft workshops. • Roaming Christmas Characters: Meet and greet Santa’s friends as they roam around the village. • Picture-Perfect Scenes: Capture beautiful moments with your loved ones against scenic backdrops, perfect for your Christmas photo album.

Family Movies at Limelight Cinemas

When it comes to family entertainment, Limelight Cinemas at South.Point has got you covered. With a lineup of both new releases and beloved classics, you can make it a cinematic holiday to remember. Here are some of the exciting movies coming your way: • Trolls Band Together (Release Date: 30 November) • Elf (Screening Date: 3 December) • The Boy and the Heron (Release Date: 7 December) • Die Hard (Screening Date: 10 December) • Wonka (Release Date: 14 December) • Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (Release Date: 26 December) • Migration (Release Date: 26 December) • Wish (Release Date: 26 December) • Jungle Bunch 2 – World Tour (Release Date: 18 January) Join Limelight Cinemas’ Legends Rewards Program

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Discover ‘The Point’ – South.Point’s New Dining and Entertainment Precinct

South.Point’s newest addition, ‘The Point,’ is familyfriendly destination for food and entertainment. While the kids have a blast on the playground, you can sit back and enjoy a meal at one of the fantastic dining options. But a real highlight for the young and the young at heart is Metaphysica Virtual Reality, now open at The Point. This immersive experience offers mindblowing VR games, escape rooms, and adventures through thrilling virtual worlds. Whether you want to explore the depths of the ocean or venture into outer space, Metaphysica Virtual Reality has something for everyone. Speaking of reasons to get to The Point, keep an eye out for the Summerfest – a January Kids Extravaganza. Summerfest will see a suite of children’s activities held every weekend in January. There will be outdoor movie sessions, mini carnivals, and stacks of giveaways. It’s the perfect way to keep the kids entertained during the summer break. To stay updated on all the exciting activities happening during Summerfest, be sure to sign up for the South.Point newsletter or follow them on social media. These school holidays, South.Point is your one-stop destination for festive fun, entertainment, and making cherished memories with your family. Cnr Anketell and Reed Streets, Tuggeranong T: 02 6293 1000 W: southpointcanberra.com.au

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Outward Bound School Holiday Programs Experience life with a pack on your back and the world at your feet with a range of programs at Outward Bound’s Tharwa Campus, just 30 minutes from the centre of Canberra.

Outward Bound Junior – 5 days (ages 12-15)

Experience adventure, fun and friendship while exploring the Australian bush. An inspiring program for teens to discover their strengths, develop life skills and expand their confidence through facing new challenges and building new friendships.

Outward Bound Expedition ACT & WA – 10 days (ages 15-24) Journey through some of Australia’s most scenic locations with a pack on

your back and the world at your feet. Hike, abseil, climb, and paddle your way through the first week before navigating your way home with a map and compass on the final expedition. Take a giant step into your future with increased self-belief, resourcefulness, and determination to succeed.

Family Adventure – 5 days (ages 12-15 + parent/guardian)

Strengthen meaningful family relationships with a bonding experience you’ll never forget! Our family program encourages participants to support one another, connect through dialogue, personal reflection, and work together to create fantastic lifelong memories. This is a rare opportunity to see your family in a whole new light. The

program is devised for one parent and youth pair, where your young person is in Years 7-10 at school.

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award – 2-9 days (ages 14-24)

Complete your Bronze, Silver and Gold Adventurous Journeys or Gold Residential Project by hiking, canoeing, or rafting through ACT,

NSW or Victoria. The Adventurous Journey is all about going on an expedition or exploration in an unfamiliar and challenging environment, with an agreed objective/purpose. Scholarships are available for those who require financial assistance. W: www.outwardbound.org.au E: mailbox@outwardbound.org.au

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Dream big these holidays and win a year of free movies at Limelight Cinemas In the wise words of Willie Wonka, “Every good thing in this world started with a dream”. These holidays, to celebrate the release of the amazing Wonka, Limelight Cinemas is giving moviegoers the chance to win FREE MOVIES FOR A WHOLE YEAR. Customers who buy a ticket to any session of Wonka at Limelight Cinemas between 14 December 2023 and 10 January 2024, will go into the draw to win one of five Golden Tickets. Visit Limelightcinemas.com.au for full details. Wonka is based on the extraordinary characters at the centre of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and tells the wondrous story of how the world’s greatest

inventor, magician and chocolatemaker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today. Starring Timothee Chalamet in the title role and produced by the filmmakers who brought you the Harry Potter series, Paddington and Barbie, Wonka is the motion picture event of the year, and a genuine treat for all ages. This promises to be the biggest summer for family entertainment in years, with something for everyone. On 30 November, those irrepressible Trolls are back, in Trolls Band Together. Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake are reprising their roles in a new adventure with a BoyBand twist, and featuring new music from NSYNC. On Boxing Day, we have Migration, a hilariously heart-warming

tale of a family of ducks, who try to convince their over-protective father to go on the vacation of a lifetime. From the studio that brought you Minions, Sing, and Super Mario Bros, this one promises to be a perfect holiday escape for the whole family. And from the people who invented family entertainment, comes Walt Disney’s Wish, a magical story of a young girl named Asha, who wishes

on a star and gets a more direct answer than bargained for, when a trouble making star comes down from the sky to join her. For lovers of all things Disney, this one is not to be missed. Limelight Cinemas – making moviegoing fun and affordable for the whole family. Find us at South.Point, Tuggeranong. W: Limelightcinemas.com.au

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Blast into the past this summer at National Dinosaur Museum This school holidays, visit the capital’s best tourist attraction, as decided by the 2023 Canberra Region Tourism Awards! The National Dinosaur Museum is Australia’s largest permanent display of prehistoric specimens. The Museum houses over 150 dinosaur models, a multi-level indoor gallery, a gift shop, and a garden space featuring a 20-metre animatronic T. rex. The storytelling within its collection is linked to Australia, its history, and its preservation. By weaving a chronological and accessible story of habitation, change, and extinction, the National Dinosaur Museum’s mission is to foster a sense of environmental stewardship among its visitors, both great and small. Get into the holiday spirit this year with a visit to Santa! From Friday 1 December, Santa Claus will be spending his days in the heat Down Under and making a special appearance at the Museum at 11am and 2pm, all the way up

until Christmas Eve. When he’s not around, he’ll leave behind his mailbox: drop a letter to Santa and his elves into our express letterbox and we’ll make sure it gets to the North Pole before Christmas Day – which just so happens to be the only day that the Museum will be closed this year! From Saturday 16 December, the Museum will also be hosting daily activities and public gallery tours. Come and learn the hands-on way with our free fossil talks, or stay a while to take a look at the new mural in our Dinosaur Garden. There are over a dozen dinosaurs hidden in our painted landscape, and every visitor under 12 will win a prize for filling out our Dino Hunt questionnaire. 6 Gold Creek Road, Nicholls, ACT 2913 T: (02) 6230 2655 E: admin@nationaldinosaurmuseum.com.au W: nationaldinosaurmuseum.com.au

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Dynamic Motivation MTB School Holiday Day Camps Based at UC Stromlo Forest Park in Wright, Dynamic Motivation offers world class MTB instruction for Beginner to Advanced riders, ages 6-16. We have a fun day full of riding on our MTB day camps, weekdays between Monday 11 and Friday 22 December and Monday 8 and Friday 19 January. You can enrol in one or many days. Each day, we split into appropriate small skills groups (maximum 8 per instructor) and ride with focus on building skills relevant to the group. Shuttles may be used, with most groups getting two uplifts during the day. With a day of riding whilst

increasing skills with suitable breaks, and over 40km of trails to choose from, our goal is to send them home tired, more skilful and stoked. As with most things fun, there is a serious side, and we are across that too. All our staff hold current WWVP registration, have current first aid, hold an international standard professional mountain bike instructing certification and are trained to deliver our curriculum. We have been running these proven programs for years and have had thousands of happy riders, some of whom are now instructors! Cost $98 per day. For families who want to ride together or riders of any age who

are seeking private lessons, either outside those dates or within them, we can do that too. Lessons can range from one to three hours or more. Contact us for details and pricing. We also run a full range of skills clinics, masterclasses and termbased programs for riders of all ages and abilities. See our website for more details.

For all programs, bring your bike, safety equipment, spare tube, sense of adventure, and food for the day or order from the café onsite on the morning. Check out our website and our reviews on Trip Advisor. M: 0401 791 880 E: info@dynamicmotivation.com.au W: dynamicmotivation.com.au

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studioMAP sessions for young artists Since studioMAP was established in 1995, we have consistently provided innovative, practical, stimulating and fun art classes and workshops specifically designed for children and teens. studioMAP is situated in the centrally located and comfortably airconditioned M16 Artspace centre in Griffith ACT. studioMAP also runs during school term, classes are held after school and Saturdays in painting, drawing, illustration, mixed media visual arts and now digital art. Our upcoming Late Afternoon Holiday Sessions include mixed media, collage, painting, drawing, illustration and digital art – and they'll be perfectly creative! All workshops are professionally managed, staffed and equipped with the highest levels of care and tuition. Book now! For more information about classes, fees, gift vouchers and bookings, go to studiomap.com.au

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VR Canberra’s school holiday programs: Pixel Play and beyond As school holidays approach, parents in the ACT region have an exciting choice to keep their kids engaged and entertained. VR Canberra, renowned for its immersive virtual reality experiences, introduces Pixel Play – a first-of-its-kind program blending coding with VR gaming. During all ACT school holidays, Pixel Play runs throughout the year and offers an interactive blend of technology and fun.

spark creativity and a love for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics), boost kids’ logical thinking and problem-solving skills, and foster teamwork and build confidence through achievements. It paves the way for continuous learning and skill development. The program runs twice in these school holidays: 19-21 December 2023 and 22-24 January 2024, 9am3pm daily.

Pixel Play by VR Canberra: The pick of the school holiday season

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Pixel Play by VR Canberra is designed for kids aged 6–11 years. It dives into the realms of coding and VR gaming, with hands-on coding projects to VR adventures. Pixel Play is set to

For those looking for a more traditional VR experience, VR Canberra continues to offer its regular holiday program Mondays to Fridays 10am1pm and 2-5pm, costing $80 per

person (minimum 4 people, bookings required). Packed with unlimited games and rides, the program includes exhilarating solo and group VR adventures. Kids can enjoy VR rides like the VR Roller Coaster, VR Skateboard, VR Aircraft and VR Egg roller coaster, race in the VR Car Simulator, and enjoy a range of games on our Interactive VR Systems.

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VR Canberra isn’t just about gaming; it’s an opportunity for kids to socialise, team up, and experience the future of entertainment. The venue is also available for birthday parties, with dance party setups to elevate the celebration. And for those who wish to take the fun home, VR equipment is available for hire, complete with

staff assistance for a hassle-free party experience. In short, VR Canberra offers a variety of options to make school holidays unforgettable. Whether it’s the educational and fun-filled Pixel Play or the exhilarating regular VR gaming program, there’s something for every young enthusiast. Looking for a unique gift? Give the gift of an unforgettable experience with VR Canberra’s gift vouchers – the ideal surprise for friends and family who love adventure and technology. Embrace the holiday spirit with VR Canberra and give your child an experience they’ll cherish! Bookings are essential, so don’t hesitate to call 02 6262 2160 or visit www.vrcanberra.com.au to secure a spot in these popular programs.

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Classic pavlova with lemon curd Cooking 80 mins | Serves 8 Pavlova 6 egg whites (210g), at room temperature 330g (1 1/2 cups) caster sugar 1 1/2 tsp white vinegar Lemon curd 2 egg yolks 75g (1/3 cup) caster sugar 2 tsp finely grated lemon rind 80ml (1/3 cup) lemon juice 80g unsalted butter, chopped 4 kiwi fruit sliced 35g (¼ cup) slivered pistachios

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Gradually add sugar a tablespoon at a time, making sure sugar is dissolved between each addition. Once sugar is added, scrape down sides of bowl if needed. Whisk for a further 6 minutes, or until mixture is thick and glossy. Add vinegar and whisk for further 2 minutes. Spoon meringue onto paper. Use a pallet knife to shape the meringue into peaks. Place in oven, reduce oven temperature to 120°C fan forced and bake for 1 hour or until dry. Turn off oven and allow pavlova to cool completely. Meanwhile, make the lemon curd. Lemon Curd Place yolks, sugar, lemon rind and juice in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Place in a small saucepan with butter. Place over medium heat, bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. When it comes to the boil, take off heat and strain through a fine sieve. Refrigerate until cold. Place pavlova on serving plate, top with lemon curd, kiwifruit and sprinkle with pistachio. Tip: When passionfruit is in season, drizzle with the pulp of 3 passionfruit.

Nothing says summer in Australia like a homemade pavlova topped with fresh fruits of the season. Recipes and images courtesy of Australian Eggs.

Pavlova layer cake with berries Cooking 40 mins | Serves 10 4 large egg whites 1 cup caster sugar 1 Tbsp cornflour 2 tsp white vinegar 1 kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced thinly and halved 1 x 250g punnet strawberries, hulled and quartered 2 x 120g punnet raspberries 350ml cream

Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until sugar dissolves and the mixture is thick and glossy. Add the cornflour and vinegar and whisk for another 2 minutes. Divide mixture evenly between trays and spread with the back of a spoon until an even thickness. Bake 40 minutes, swapping trays half way, until crisp and dry. Turn heat off and leave meringue in oven with door ajar for 1 hour or until completely cooled. Combine berries and mix well.

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Beat cream with electric beaters to firm peaks.

Preheat oven 150˚C and line 2 baking trays with baking tray. Draw two 25cm – diameter circle on each piece of baking paper.

Place one of the meringue discs onto serving plate and spread with a third of the cream. Scatter over a third of the berries and place remaining meringue on top. Spoon remaining cream and pile on berries and kiwi fruit.

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time out Canberra composer releases album for mental health Just over a year after successfully reaching his Kickstarter goal, Canberra composer Matthew J Webster is set to release his crowdfunded album, This Too Shall Pass, today, Thursday 30 November. More than 180 people supported Mr Webster’s Kickstarter to raise funds for a live orchestra to record the album. Through his music, the self-taught composer shares his journey with severe medication-resistant bipolar disorder, and his first treatment and recovery through electroconvulsive therapy in 2019. While he originally released the album in 2019 with the use of

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digital composing software, Mr Webster always dreamed of recording with an orchestra. Throughout the pandemic lockdowns, he took to social media, increasing his presence and gaining traction. His open and honest dialogue through his music around mental health and various treatments hit a chord with people around the world. The encouraging support from followers gave him the confidence to proceed with the Kickstarter, which raised over $20,000. “I feel so blessed and honoured that people trusted me and wanted to help me with my dream. It has

Canberra composer Matthew J Webster in his home studio. Photo: Kerrie Brewer.

definitely helped me keep going with life, especially on really bad depression days,” says Mr Webster. “Knowing I matter to people and help them, it’s almost like a sense of responsibility to these people, and I absolutely do not want to let

them down.” Each track was rewritten with changes to the orchestration and new tracks composed, and was then recorded by an orchestra in Europe. The process of mixing and mastering each individual track was

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bigger than anyone involved had expected. “Each track had around 46 individual microphones covering the whole orchestra and individual instrument spot mics. Then we have however many takes it took to record an individual piece and splicing all the mics and tracks together to form one continuous take.” Ensuring balance across the instruments was kept and highlighted as required were two mixing engineers based in the USA. Mr Webster says the engineers have worked on and with orchestras and in film studios in LA and Hollywood. The process took longer than he initially anticipated. Working with multiple files and time zones while still undergoing electroconvulsive therapy presented challenges at times. However, he says the finished work was worth the wait. Feeling a mixture of excited and terrified, Mr Webster says the work is a musical expression of his soul, his intense struggles with bipolar, and his overall existence. “It is a terrifying thought that people won’t connect with that, or they won’t like it and that is a normal part of any art – not everyone will like

everything.” In the lead-up to the album’s release, Mr Webster has been drawing on therapy techniques to calm his brain and to remind himself his worth is more than what he creates and people’s responses to that art. “It’s kind of funny that I am struggling with that currently when such a large part of my mental health awareness platform is trying to remind people they are not their illness, they have value to bring the world just by existing.” Helping to balance the terrified moments is the excitement of achieving something a younger version of himself would have never thought he could, which gives him a wonderful and warm feeling. “I have had a dream since I started composing at 15/16 years old to one day record a whole album with a live orchestra and here we are now!” he smiles. The composer has committed to donating 20 per cent of proceeds from album sales to charity, with hopes to increase the amount over time. The first charity he has decided to support is Bravehearts Foundation, an Australian

not-for-profit dedicated to the prevention of child sexual abuse and to support for survivors. “As a survivor myself, I know the damage it can cause and it is something I want to fight to eradicate in the world and support anyone who has gone through it themselves,” Mr Webster says. Hoping that music lovers who have experienced mental health concerns and those who haven’t will be drawn to the tracks, the main thing he wants people to feel when listening to his music is how valued they truly are. “I want people to listen to the album, whether they have mental illness or not, and really realise and feel how important they are as humans, and that even if life can be brutally hard, they are not alone or unloved.” This Too Shall Pass is available on all streaming services and for purchase on iTunes from 30 November. If this story raised concerns, help is available. Call or visit the website of Lifeline (13 11 14) or Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636). In an emergency, call 000. - Jessica Cordwell

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Book talk This week, Michael Popple recommends three amazing books that would make perfect gifts for Christmas. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog, unseenlibrary.com Kill Your Husbands by Jack Heath

Allen & Unwin, $32.99 Terrify your significant other this Christmas with the latest thriller from Canberra author Jack Heath. Three married couples rent a remote house for a holiday weekend. However, when partner-swapping in the dark goes terribly wrong, one participant ends up dead and the rest are trapped together. As the weekend continues, a desperate killer will strike again and everyone in the house is a suspect. This is an intense and enjoyable novel from Heath, who takes his striking plot and turns it into something special with clever and disturbing twists. A dark and highly entertaining read that you will not be able to put down.

Murtagh by Christopher Paolini

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Penguin Books, $32.99 Enchant the young adults in your life with this long-awaited sequel to Christopher Paolini’s iconic Inheritance Cycle, Murtagh. Freed from his bondage after the death of the evil king Galbatorix, Murtagh and his dragon Thorn wander the wilderness, reviled by all for the reluctant role he played in the king’s tyranny. However, a new darkness is rising in Alagaësia and the outcast Murtagh might be the only person capable of stopping it. A fantastic and enthralling sequel to a great young adult fantasy series. Murtagh makes for an awesome gift guaranteed to ignite a young person’s passion for fantasy fiction.

Saevus Corax Deals with the Dead by K. J. Parker

Orbit, $22.99 An excellent present filled with comedy gold is the latest brilliant fantasy novel from K. J. Parker. Saevus Corax specialises in battlefield salvage, plundering battlefields and reselling the loot back to armies for a profit. However, Saevus has a long-buried past, one that comes back to haunt him when he becomes trapped in world-shaping events outside of his control. A hilarious and addictive novel that places a likeable protagonist into a chaotic world of betrayal and opportunity. One of the funniest books of the year, which also has two sequels coming out before Christmas that will make for superb bonus gifts.

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Canberra Daily competition winners The winners in Canberra Daily’s latest round of competition draws are:

The Young Soloists tickets: A Rush, Mawson; D Kim, O’Malley. Deadly Ponies: M Lan Comfort, Nicholls; H Yoo, Franklin. 2024 Product of the Year: S Shipp, Amaroo; G Gillin, Narrabundah; S Mostyn, Calwell. Uproar film passes: D Stevens, Theodore; M Maclean, Weston; S Thung, Downer; E Watson, Banks; S Kong, Karabar. One True Loves film passes: G Kispeti, McKellar; J Kartadinata, Lyneham; K Campbell, Holt; T Hourigan, Nicholls; P Bayliss, Goulburn; K Pfitzner, Macgregor; A Dzirba, Kaleen; K Smith, Harrison; N Such, Griffith; M Di Iulio, Ngunnawal.

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what’s on

UNTIL METAVERSE OF MAGIC

world’s first interactive 03 The magic spectacular takes

DEC audiences on a journey through theatre and magic with some of the world’s most renowned illusionists.

STELLAR 01-02 ALINE-UP

DEC A celebration of inclusion as Canberra’s most engaging and inclusive dance companies present dancers of all ages, backgrounds, identities and abilities on stage. Canberra College, Phillip, 1-2 December; stickytickets.com.au

Canberra Theatre Centre, until 3 December; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

BRITISH DAY 03 TERRIBLY An event to showcase

UNTIL KING LEAR

Experience Korean culture with the whole family at Korea Day Festival at Glebe Park, 2 December.

DEC

DAY FESTIVAL 02 KOREA The Korean Association of

deteriorating King 03 Amisjudges the loyalty of

their children, leading to devasting consequences in this retelling of the Shakespearean staple.

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DEC Canberra invites locals to the upcoming festival where you can experience the vibrant colours and sounds of Korea. Soak up Korean culture with live K-pop music and dance performances, K-fashion experiences, K-food tastings, and K-play in this family fun day.

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Glebe Park, Saturday 2 December 11am-3pm; facebook.com/ TheKoreanAssociationOfCanberra

The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, until 3 December; theq.net.au

In Sydney, two young American backpackers, Hanna (Julia Garner) and Liv (Jessica Henwick) party amongst the locals. Soon running out of money, the pair take up an employment agency’s offer to work as bartenders at the very remote outback mining town pub, The Royal Hotel. Based on the 2016 documentary Hotel Coolgardie, this modern-day Wake in Fright similarly has a sense of dread throughout. Hanna and Liv unwittingly place themselves into real harm’s way, having put their naïve trust into an employment agency, the pub’s owner Billy (Hugo Weaving), and an expected level of common decency amongst the pub’s ‘colourful’ clientele. The outgoing free-spirited English publicans set an example of what may happen to our two working backpackers after a few weeks in the remote location, run by, and for, ‘blow-ins’, whose time canberradaily.com.au

IT 14 WINGING There’s nothing quite like

CHRISTMAS AT OBDM The beloved Kingston markets turns festive with handcrafted gifts, Christmas trees, photos with Santa, and more.

DEC the joy and exhilaration that swells in your chest when watching a stage full of actors dancing together and singing in glorious harmony. But what if we added the spark of spontaneity? Watch Lightbulb Improv create a brand-new musical before your very eyes, complete with memorable characters, captivating songs, spirited dance routines, and epic storylines, with the razzle-dazzle of a Broadway show. A single audience suggestion and they’ll create a fully improvised musical!

Old Bus Depot, Kingston, Sunday 3, 10, 17 December; obdm.com.au

Smith’s Alternative, Thursday 14 December 7pm; smithsalternative.com

Queanbeyan Park, Sunday 3 December 9am-3pm.

03, 10, 17 DEC

Thursday 7th December 6pm—8pm

Now showing The Royal Hotel (MA+15)

DEC the finest in British-made vehicles from the classics to the more recent.

Back by popular demand, Lightblub Improv return with Winging It at Smith’s Alternative, 14 December.

Copeland Theatre,ANU there can be easily written off as a consequence-free lost month or so. Whereas Liv takes it all in as a cultural experience with the suggestion that she is escaping similar horrors from her home of origin, Hanna has a harder time accepting the casual sexism, misogyny and consistent microaggressions from the range of males who frequent the club, and the acceptance by the females. Beautifully filmed in an abandoned pub in remote South Australia, the hotel is a perverse bastion for the town’s populace who seek companionship. Hanna and Liv serve as a match to a powder keg long left brewing. Verdict: A solid thriller, showcasing commonly experienced behaviour for what it is and always has been: completely unacceptable. 4 stars. - Luke McWilliams themovieclub.net Viewed at Dendy cinemas.

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the look

Sunny side up

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For the face

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mesoprotech melan 130 pigment control, $96, mesoestetic.com

The pigment control in this cream means you can keep the foundation out of your beauty routine. Leaves you with dewy, glowing and protected skin, perfect for summer.

Sunny Daze Hydrating SPF 50+ Face Fluid Drops, $24.95, Chemist Warehouse, bondisands.com.au

When they say hydrating, they mean it! The liquid drops leave your skin smooth and nourished. This is one I’ll be looking to restock asap.

It’s About Time We Met this naturally brilliant oil Combining science and nature, Aussie skincare brand About Time We Met was inspired by the healing power of sandalwood when launching their range. One of their star products, the Naturally Brilliant Oil, promises to lock in moisture and boost elasticity. With antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, the hero ingredient, sandalwood oil, is combined with hibiscus oil in hopes of smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. Packaged with a glass dropper that allows you to control the placement of the recommended 2-4 drops, the oil slides across the skin smoothly. The smell of sandalwood is strong but not unpleasant, especially before bed as it helps put you at ease and ready for a good night’s sleep while the product is busy working to restore your skin.

It’s About Time We Met’s Naturally Brilliant Oil 30ml, $115.

The oil injects moisture into your skin’, leaving you with a healthy glow. After using the product for two weeks, while I didn’t notice an improvement in fine lines and wrinkles, I did notice an improvement in skin texture and elasticity, and my skin looked fresh and with an added bounce. Shop the range online at abouttimewemet.com.au - Jessica Cordwell canberradaily.com.au

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Golden Glow Dreamscreen SPF 50+, $49, Sephora

Feels luxurious on the skin and gives you a sun kissed glow. I would advise ditching the foundation so the golden hues can come through.

Superfluid Great SPF50+, $59, David Jones, ellabache.com.au

This product is what you picture when you think of sunscreen. It’s thick, smooth and makes you feel protected and has a pleasant scent. Recommended.

Original SPF 50 sunscreen spray, $18.49, sunbum.com, Priceline

If you don’t want to spend time rubbing in all the white sunscreen residue, opt for a spray. Sun Bum offers convenience, sun protection and a healthy glow in one bottle.

Standard Procedure SPF 30 sunscreen lotion 125ml, $22, Sephora

This one reminds me of days at the pool as a child. It is thick, has that classic scent, and makes you feel protected from the sun.

Coconut sunscreen SPF 50+, $29.95, wearefeelgoodinc.com.au

Feel like you are on a tropical holiday with this smooth, non-greasy and delightfully smelling cream. The coconut scent is not at all overpowering – just a hint, like the perfect pina colada.

Invisible Zinc SPF50+ sheer defence tinted moisturiser light 50g, $34, Coles, Woolworths, Chemist Warehouse

Summer is the season of (almost) bare skin. The Invisible Zinc tinted moisturiser evens your skin tone and gives you a healthy glow. No need for foundation with this one.

Vanilla lip balm SPF50+, $8.95, cancercouncilshop.org.au

Don’t forget protection for your lips. This sweet-smelling balm leaves your lips sun safe and shimmering.

Banana Boat SPF50+ sensitive, $19, Woolworths, Coles, Chemist Warehouse

This is my go-to, it is light and moisturising but nongreasy, water resistant and has a pleasant smell.

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home

WITH NADINE FROM JOURNEY HOME INTERIORS

Tips to get your guest room ready It may be too late to completely redecorate your guest room with curtains and furniture in time for Christmas, but there are several must-do things you can do to make your guest rooms ready for holiday visitors. Firstly, If you have used your guest room to store things, then clear it out, ensuring that you have emptied cupboards and drawers for your guests to fit. If you’ve ever stayed at relatives, we both know it’s not a holiday but it’s pretty miserable to squeeze into a room filled with junk, boxes and bikes, etc. From experience, I can tell you that even if you do make an effort, guests who may not be as house proud as you will unfortunately still live out of their suitcase and spread out onto the floor. I suggest a luggage rack or trunk for your

guest’s cases, particularly if you have older guests, to save them bending. In fact, I have a girlfriend who tells her guests staying more than one night to unpack and make themselves at home. It’s so much tidier and more pleasant .

Guest room checklist

Here is my essentials checklist for your guest room to make guests feel at home and save you time when you want to be concentrating on Christmas entertaining: • Fresh sheets and towels • Blankets, doonas – sometimes guests from interstate will feel cold in cool Canberra summers • Tissue box – Canberra is notorious for hay fever! • Waste paper bin • Wi-Fi password

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A guest room design I recently completed.

• Power point or board for

charging phones • Coasters, trays, placements to protect your furniture. For a more luxurious experience, treat your guests with: • Scented candle • Hand cream • Tourist guide • Choice of pillows • Water glasses and jug • A tray of those cosmetic samples you never seem to use • Dressing gowns, robes and slippers – especially if you have a ‘no shoes in the house’ policy.

In the bathroom

To support your bathroom’s functionality during times of extra guests, add a free-standing towel rack in or near the bathroom or in your guest’s room. Design tip: When designing bathrooms, don’t skimp on towel rails, whilst knobs are a subtle way to include guest hanging,. Also be sure to tell your guests which towels to use and where their hanging spot is, it will make them feel comfortable knowing you have thought of their needs and save them from second guessing where to put things. It will help keep your bathroom neat and avoid wet towels being left on beds or furniture. Empty a bathroom vanity drawer or two to make space your guests’ toiletry bags. Waste bins are essential in toilets/

My own guest room.

bathrooms. Have you ever been in a bathroom and wondered where to put your rubbish? Women, I am sure you get what I am talking about here! Ensure toilet paper, cotton wool balls, ear buds, tissues are ready and easy to access. Show guests where to help themselves to spare loo paper and other bathroom supplies. Decorating essentials when designing your guest room: • A bed with a half decent mattress will last for 15 years in a guest room • Easy to use window treatments for both block-out and privacy • Bedside tables (clear of clutter) • Chair or stool • Mirror • Chest or console, space permitting • Hangers and space for clothes • Luggage rack or stool • Lamps and lighting canberradaily.com.au

real estate

property of the week

Enduring charm & modern comfort Ainslie 12 Officer Crescent Embodying the perfect blend of historic elegance and modern comfort, all the beautiful features of the original Tocumwal cottage at 12 Officer Crescent have been retained in the Gina Carmody designed extension. According to agents, Stephen Bunday and Brenden Mowat, this charming home “is character filled yet offers an abundance of modern amenity. There’s absolutely nothing more to do.” Offering two separate living areas, a segregated main suite, expansive rear deck for entertaining and spacious kitchen, this beautifully renovated and extended residence is the perfect family home. “Your family will grow with this home and enjoy many years to come,” the agents say. “This family home boasts all the typical character and charm that Ainslie buyers love. It started its life as a Tocumwal cottage and has retained many of its unique features, including high battened ceilings, canberradaily.com.au

picture rails and timber windows. “Beyond that, it has been meticulously extended and renovated to now include four bedrooms, two living areas and an array of modern amenities. Our absolute favourite feature is the huge main suite fitted with walk-in-robe, expansive ensuite and a separate study space.” When it comes to location, Stephen and Brenden agree that Ainslie is a vibrant and desirable Inner North suburb. “With close proximity to Mt Ainslie Nature Reserve, offering bush walking and mountain bike riding, yet so close to the Canberra CBD, you have the best of both worlds here. 12 Officer Crescent is only a three-minute drive to the local shops where you will find a family friendly IGA (with unbelievable cheese section), Edgar’s Inn, bakery, café and so much more.”

4 EER Price View Agent Mob Agent

2 4.5 $1,950,000+ Sat 2 Dec 12.15-12.45pm Stephen Bunday 0416 014 431 Brenden Mowat

LJ Hooker Dickson | 6257 2111 30 November 2023

real estate recent sales 31 Frome Street, Griffith

$2,250,000 Blackshaw

2 Nanson Place, Florey

$870,000

Canberry

130 Strickland Crescent, Deakin

$2,230,000 Blackshaw

140 Kalgoorlie Crescent, Fisher

$865,000

Blackshaw

11 Ray Ellis Crescent, Forde

$1,580,000 MARQ

19 Castieau Street, Higgins

$850,000

Ray White

55 Baratta Street, Crace

$1,410,000 HIVE

34 Tarrant Crescent, Dunlop

$846,000

Luton

$1,373,000 Blackshaw

71 Denny Street, Latham

$833,000

Ray White

$1,340,000 Ray White

102 Beechworth Street, Watson

$820,000

LJ Hooker

$1,315,000 Blackshaw

17 Macfarland Crescent, Chifley

$810,000

Independent

24A Dooring Street, Braddon

$1,307,000 MARQ

1 Mofflin Street, Chisholm

$805,000

Ray White

3 Hill Place, Banks

$610,000

Ray White

16 Conyers Street, Hughes

$1,285,000 Cream Residential

16 Tassel Terrace, Tralee

$795,000

Canberry

27/2 Hinder Street, Gungahlin

$605,000

La Casa

3/50 Ellenborough Street, Lyneham

$1,250,000 Stone

30 Baynton Street, Richardson

$791,000

Ray White

12/50 Embling Street, Wanniassa

$586,000

LJ Hooker

45 McDermott Street, Kambah

$1,240,000 Luton

27 Tom Nicholas Crescent, Forde

$790,000

MARQ

8/6 Bon Scott Street, Moncrieff

$580,000

LJ Hooker

7 Barney Street, Downer

$1,231,000 Luton

14 Ash Street, Karabar

$784,000

edge

1205/2 Gribble Street, Gungahlin

$565,000

Town Residential

10 Cassinia Street, O'Connor

$1,225,000 Ray White

18 Armstrong Crescent, Holt

$765,000

Ray White

G05/55 Dooring Street, Dickson

$556,000

MARQ

6 Esplin Street, Taylor

$1,220,000 VERV

55 McCabe Crescent, Holt

$765,000

Ray White

95 Southbar Road, Karabar

$535,000

Luton

19 Jack Ryan Street, Forde

$1,220,000 Canberry

26/11 Clingan Street, Wright

$750,000

edge

39/25 Pinkerton Circuit, Kambah

$526,000

LJ Hooker

4 Eurobin Street, Harrison

$1,040,000 Independent

52 Barraclough Crescent, Monash

$750,000

edge

75 Karney Street, Kambah

$524,000

Independent

23 Benalla Street, Crace

$1,040,000 Stone

2/1 Fawkner Street, Braddon

$740,000

LJ Hooker

100/47 Mowatt Street, Queanbeyan East $516,000

Stone

5 Christie Place, Gordon

$991,000

Luton

89 Costello Circuit, Calwell

$733,000

Luton

15/1 Waddell Place, Curtin

$511,000

Ray White

25 Gascoyne Circuit, Kaleen

$980,000

Ray White

8 Sachse Place, Wanniassa

$718,000

Independent

196/8 Limburg Way, Greenway

$510,000

Ray White

7 Bickley Close, Stirling

$935,000

Blackshaw

22/1 Gifford Street, Coombs

$715,000

LJ Hooker

5/11 Wise Street, Braddon

$505,000

Ray White

32/1 Greenwood Street, Denman Prospect $895,999

Independent

22a/52 Forbes Street, Turner

$700,000

Ray White

6/4 Jeff Snell Crescent, Dunlop

$490,000

Ray White

7 Sowden Street, McKellar

LJ Hooker

13 Allott Place, Belconnen

$680,000

Luton

39/39 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Narrabundah $485,100

Cream Residential

$677,000

LJ Hooker

313/39 Braybrooke Street, Bruce

$450,000

Independent

9 Buttfield Street, Coombs 6 Becker Place, Downer 21 Aurora Close, Mawson

$895,000

$1,580,000 11 Ray Ellis Crescent, Forde MARQ

14 Bourchier Close, Calwell

$895,000

Luton

28/26 Antill Street, Dickson

27/5 Delamere Street, Hawker

$885,000

LJ Hooker

205/10 Parbery Street, Kingston

$675,000

Ray White

9/156 Knox Street, Watson

$432,000

Ray White

275 Anthony Rolfe Avenue, Gungahlin $875,000

Independent

1/32 Fullerton Crescent, Richardson

$668,000

Ray White

91/140 Anketell Street, Greenway

$377,500

Blackshaw

3 Avior Place, Giralang

$875,000

MARQ

5/3 Mainwaring Rich Circuit, Palmerston $650,000

Stone

160/1 Anthony Rolfe Avenue, Gungahlin $339,950

LJ Hooker

12 Cassia Place, Rivett

$870,000

Ray White

9/21 Halifax Close, Palmerston

Ray White

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

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Spacious design to enhance natural light Construction has commenced - move in early 2024 Secure off-the-plan with only a 5% deposit 3 bed 2 bath, 2 bed 2 bath and a single level 2 bed 2 bath option available Prices start from $724,900 MINIMUM EER 6.4

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PEARCE 3/40 Marr Street, ‘Edison Gardens’ 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS 2 CAR SPACES

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Sat 9/12/2023, 11.30am onsite Sat 2/12/2023, 11-11.40am Sun 3/12/2023, 11-11.40am Michael Potter 0413 830 598

A wonderful find in ‘Edison Gardens’ Private, secluded, north facing townhouse framed by open green spaces, front and rear established gardens and located in super convenient location. Presented to please, showcasing a light and bright open plan design with dining, meals and living area, modern kitchen and well-maintained bathrooms. Further enhanced by feature raked ceilings and fireplace, cedar picture windows, new carpet and paint, double garage with storage shed and plenty of visitor parking. A beauty! EER 0.5

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Modern kitchen with granite benchtops, user friendly appliances and dishwasher

Our residents love calling Bellerive Village home – and you will too.

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Large master bedroom with plenty of built-in storage and accessible ensuite

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Our relaxed, contemporary retirement village makes it easy for you to make the most of every day. Ditch the mower and enjoy the social community, neighbours you know, and your own home without the time-consuming maintenance. We’ll even change the lightbulbs.

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Emergency buttons connected to on site staff 24 hours a day

For your day-to-day needs, Bellerive’s conveniently located close to the Canberra Hospital and the heart of Woden, home to Westfield, the bus interchange and many of Canberra’s premier clubs.

Call Donna Blackwell on 02 6169 3669 to book a tour now

15 Burnie Street, Lyons ACT 2606 www.bellerivevillage.com.au

real estate on the market

Boorowa NSW 98 Pudman Street Formerly known as the Boorowa newspaper office for the ‘Burrowa Times’ is this tastefully renovated 1850’s building. Oozing charm, historical value and opportunity, this remarkable and unusual structure has been transformed to its true potential. With two bedrooms, a large living

area and quaint and private courtyard, the possibilities for this property are endless. Features include: • Two spacious and comfortable bedrooms • Gas log fireplace in the living area • Kitchen with dishwasher and gas oven • Reverse cycle air-conditioner

• 290sqm* sized block with courtyard and cottage garden • Single car garage and garden shed • Side lane access • MU1 Mixed use zoning which allows for a mix of residential, commercial and industrial land use. This a rare and exciting opportunity to purchase a piece of Boorowa’s history.

Price View Agent Mob Agent Mob

Lot 48 Lynters Road, Bumbaldry NSW

FOR SALE $1,350,000

“Terran Grove” 2,800 tree mature olive grove 129Ha (320 acres)* of diverse country Currently producing between 6,000 - 8,000 litres of oil per year over the past five years. Automatic irrigation system Strategically located between Cowra (36km*) & Grenfell (34km*) AGENTS: Five bedroom home plus an office Andrew Molloy - 0427 426 888 David Fagan - 0418 208 021 2 x fresh water tanks 222km* to Canberra & 344km* to FLEMINGSPROPERTYSERVICES.COM Sydney *Approximately

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$685,000 Open by inspection Justin Fleming 0429 820 389 Amanda Serafin 0421 459 157

Flemings Property Services, Boorowa 02 6385 3337

FOR SALE

AWARD WINNING OLIVE GROVE AND FARM

FOR SALE

PRICED TO SELL

FOR SALE $230,000

4 Market Street, Boorowa NSW 3 Bed, 1 Bath 576sqm* parcel of land 22m* street frontage All town services connected Solar panels This property is in prime position located within 50m* to the local supermarket, 20m* popular walking track and 195m* park and swimming pool.

AGENTS: Justin Fleming - 0429 820 389 Amanda Serafin - 0421 459 157

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49 Bavarde Avenue Batemans Bay

Build The Dream – Fantastic views over the Golf course! This property is in a great location, close to the CBD, Marina, and local clubs, with the ever-changing view of the golf course and the bay. There is currently a small cottage in need of some TLC. The land is zoned R3medium density. Current owners have had DA plans approved for a new 4-bedroom home. Declared Reserve of $570,000

575sqm

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3 Sandpiper Place Catalina

Charming Character Filled Home! As soon as you step into this home you feel it’s a little bit special, it’s not just your run-ofthe-mill project home. The solid timber floors, picture rails, and period cornices give the feeling of a warm hug. Perfectly located with the main CBD around a 5-minute drive, the Catalina Golf Club, Marina, and Regional Boat Ramp are even closer, whatever you need is not too far away.

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Car Detailing

Carpenters & Joiners

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Commercial Cleaning

Concreting & Related

Decks

Electrical

Engineering Services

Fencing

Gardening

Gutter Cleaning

Handyperson

Home Renovations

Landscaping & Design

Lawns & Turf

Locksmiths

Mechanics

Painting

Plastering & Painting

Plumbing & Gasfitting

Public Notices

Roofing

Solar

Solar Cleaning

Tiling

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GUTTER CLEANING

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SKYLIGHTS

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LOCKSMITHS Over 30 years experience securing the Canberra Community Locks changed & keyed the same ‘Locked out’ service Dead locks & window locks supplied & fitted Keys made to locks & locks repaired Screen door locks, repaired and replaced Servicing domestic & commercial clients

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