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The Goodwin team celebrates 70 years of looking after the older members of our community. Photo by Jordan Mirchevski. See cover story, page 08.

Thank you Canberra for shaping who we are today

In 1954, the National Council of Women met with local citizens to form a group to establish housing and services for Canberra’s seniors.

Thousands of Canberrans from all walks of life came together, organising bake sales, fairs, and other charity drives to help build Canberra’s first housing designed specifically for seniors.

Seventy years on, Goodwin has helped a great number of people, and has grown to provide a full range of services to assist seniors in all stages of their ageing journey.

We’re still independent, still not-for-profit, and still exist purely to provide the best available services to seniors in our community.

So, on our 70th anniversary, we’d like to say thank you.

Thank you to citizens who rose to the challenge 70 years ago.

Thank you to the community generosity that helped fund Goodwin’s first residences.

Thank you to the families that have put their trust in Goodwin to care for their loved ones.

Thank you to the residents who have called Goodwin home.

Thank you to the clients who have welcomed Goodwin into their homes.

Thank you to the staff who have made Goodwin the industry leader it is today.

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Local charity running towards a suicide-free Canberra

Could Canberra be a suicidefree city by 2033? That is the mission of the group of passionate and communityminded individuals spearheading Running for Resilience (R4R). Launching in 2019, the weekly running initiative has been like a rolling stone, gaining traction and participants, and was recently awarded charity status.

“The goal is to save one life from suicide as many times as possible and we think that as many times as possible is making Canberra suicide-free,” says Matt Breen, co-founder of Running for Resilience.

After Matt’s father took his own life, Matt struggled and often found himself wishing he could have something different for his father. This feeling spread to wanting to help someone like his father, or even himself, using exercise and community to get through those dark times.

Reading a piece written by retired Brumbies player Ben Alexander on how Park Run helped him deal with the grief of losing a grandparent, Matt decided to reach out.

“That just resonated with parts of my story, I

said ‘Hey, can we do this?’ and we’ve just taken it from there. It was only a once-off at the start, but like most things R4R, we just kept going,” says Matt.

Co-owner of The Dock Kingston, Ben says that the pub likes to back people who are trying to do good for the community whenever they can. So, saying yes to a run and a beer one Wednesday night was an easy decision to make.

“Then we did the first one and at the end of it Matt and I were chatting and we thought ‘This is awesome, let’s do it again the next week’,” says Ben.

Beginning with around 20 friends heading out each week, the crowd grew to 30 and then 45 before the pandemic hit and saw everything shut down.

“Once the first lockdown lifted, Matt, another friend and I got together and did one run and posted it, saying Running for Resilience will be back next week. 10 people came and it took back off again,” says Ben.

Staying connected through the next lockdown and sharing their runs on Strava, the community bonded and grew stronger. Soon,

groups of five were meeting on Monday and Friday mornings to run, a movement which has stuck - R4R now runs four times a week.

Being an open community that encourages communication and discussion, they have received some inspiring feedback from members saying that R4R played a role in saving their lives or helping them through tough times.

“What brought us together is we both believe exercising with friends won’t solve your problems but it will make you feel a bit better, give you a moment of respite from what you’ve got going on,” says Ben. “That’s what we’re trying to create for people, a mid-week break to get outside of their head and forget whatever is happening, do some exercise and have a bit of chinwag with a welcoming community.”

Meeting at the Arc de Resilience, which was renamed in honour of R4R and Matt’s parents on R U OK? Day in 2021, runners say their hellos and stretch before heading out. Early Monday and Friday mornings, they have also introduced the inclusive Strolling for Resilience on Thursday mornings with a stop along the lake for coffee. However, the Wednesday night run followed by a catch-up (with a free drink) at The Dock remains the event that draws the biggest crowd.

“We’ve cracked 400 a couple of times,” smiles Ben.

“It is not lost on us how much of an activity it is for a lot of people, and it is very symbolic. There are 350-400 people every Wednesday that believe in what our community is trying to do,” says Matt.

Taking each opportunity as it has presented itself, Matt says R4R is a community-led and momentum-driven movement. Even the recent charity status was thanks to a generous donation from Anytime Fitness founders Jess and Richard Peil.

“We’re putting proper processes in place so we can scale what is working here and scale it to more locations. We’ve got a lot of ideas as a community, we want to help people get mental health first aid training,” says Matt.

“It formalises being community-led. Up until now, we have relied on an informal process of listening and talking to people to try and get it up and running but now we have 14 people on a board going through a process to make sure we are making the best decision for a community.”

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Join one step in front of the other towards a suicide-free Canberra with Running for Resilience; runningforresilience.com

- Jessica Cordwell

Matt Breen (left), Matt’s children, Jane Collins and Ben Alexander are paving the path for a suicide-free Canberra with Running for Resilience. Photo: Jordan Mirchevski.

CARE Canberra’s GOODWIN

CELEBRATES 70 YEARS OF COMPASSIONATE

For seven decades, Goodwin Aged Care Services has been a beacon of compassion and support for senior citizens across the Canberra region. Founded by the community in 1954, the esteemed aged care service holds a rich history of collaboration and grassroots support, which has been instrumental in shaping its ethos and guiding principles.

“The National Council of Women (NCW) were the founding mothers of Goodwin; they instigated the first meeting which started a fundraising committee. It was to raise money to provide accommodation for aged people living in Canberra; they were living in huts and tents because there was no accommodation for anyone who was old in Canberra,” says Margaret Findlater-Smith, volunteer historian and member of the NCW.

A young city best suited to those of working age, Ms Findlater-Smith says the NCW was hearing stories about the things Canberra was lacking, such as kindergartens and schools, and they began fundraising for these institutions to be built. The same process was followed for Goodwin; through community fundraising, a grant from the Federal Government, and support from local organisation and businesses, the first Goodwin cottages were

built in Ainslie.

“The Australian National University designed the first cottages for free; it wasn’t just financial donations, a lot of people came in to help with landscaping or painting companies who donated paint, it was a lot of people coming together to see what they could add,” says Ashley King, marketing co-ordinator and author of Celebrating 70 years of Goodwin.

Wanting to commemorate Goodwin’s achievements over the decades with a book, Celebrating 70 years of Goodwin serves as a tribute to the remarkable journey of the aged care leaders.

Through newspaper clippings, original plans and historic photos, it tells a story of founding principles, pivotal moments and those who have contributed to its ongoing success.

It’s a warm, nice, fuzzy feeling – it’s nice to see people wanting to help other people and that same value is what I see in Goodwin today."

“It’s not just about the buildings and what was physically placed here,” says Ms King. “It’s about the community spirit and attitude of the people that came together to make that difference.”

Together, Ms Findlater-Smith and Ms King scoured the Trove records, the entire scrapbooks of the period held by the NCW, and

Goodwin archives to collate the plans, stories and photographs. The book will be available at the Goodwin website, all their aged care sites, and some libraries in the coming weeks; they hope people experience the welcoming atmosphere that has been created throughout the pages.

“People saw a problem that other people were struggling with and, with no benefit or gain for themselves, went out of their way and put their time in – it’s a

beautiful thing,” says Ms King. “It’s a warm, nice, fuzzy feeling – it’s nice to see people wanting to help other people and that same value is what I see in Goodwin today.”

“For most people in Canberra, Goodwin has been there for most of their lifetime so it is just another part of the aged care system,” says Ms Findlater-Smith. “But it is by far the largest aged care support system in Canberra and you only ever hear good things about Goodwin.”

What started as a grassroots initiative driven by a shared vision of creating a nurturing environment for seniors has blossomed into a cornerstone of the Canberra community. From its humble beginnings, the local

community remains at the core of the Goodwin story.

Goodwin locations are welcoming spaces, volunteers come from throughout the region and market days always draw a crowd. Organisations like the Canberra Symphony Orchestra regularly visit and perform, while students from local primary schools also visit residents regularly.

Through an array of engaging activities, wellness programs and social events, residents and clients have the opportunity to connect with others, pursue their interests, and live life to the fullest extent possible.

Throughout its storied history, Goodwin has continually evolved to meet the changing needs of older people while upholding its core values of compassion, integrity and excellence.

“Goodwin has grown with Canberra,” says Stephen Holmes, Goodwin CEO. “Our growth was quite measured for the first 20 years. Definitely in the last 15 or so it has grown exponentially because the need is there, as Canberra has an ageing population, there is a need for what we do and the expansion of what we do is really significant.”

As many Canberrans live at home into their advanced years, it’s vital that Goodwin can offer a comprehensive list of services tailored to each client’s needs. Some residents seek Goodwin for the lifestyle and socialisation it offers, others for the caring approach.

“Our customers are of a certain age, that’s the only criteria; not everyone ages the same, two

Goodwin for some time and this has been some of the most meaningful work that I’ve done,” says Ms King. “I feel a lot of connection to the role that Goodwin plays in the community; I see them making such a difference for so many lives every day.”

According to Mr Holmes, “most of our staff work in this sector because they want to give back, it’s part of their DNA to want to provide help and assistance”.

“Everyone has a parent or grandparent, so everyone has that drive to provide the best life we can for them for as long as they are with us,” he says.

As Goodwin embarks on the next chapter of its remarkable journey, it remains guided by the same principles and values that have guided it since its inception: a deep commitment to caring for seniors with dignity, compassion and respect.

I’ve been involved with Goodwin for some time and this has been some of the most meaningful work that I’ve done."

70-year-olds could be miles apart in terms of their needs. It is really important for us that we can provide any type of service they need, whether it be coming in once a week to cook a meal or clean a house up to those who need 24/7 care,” says Mr Holmes.

At the heart of Goodwin’s success are its dedicated staff members, whose unwavering dedication and compassionate approach make a profound difference in the lives of those they serve. From nurses and carers to support staff and volunteers, each member of the Goodwin team embodies the organisation’s ethos of kindness, empathy and professionalism.

“I’ve been involved with

“We are a larger organisation, but we are still a communitybased organisation,” says Mr Holmes.

“We are still true to the nature of how the organisation was set up. What it stands for, its mission, has never fundamentally changed at all.”

Find out more about Goodwin Aged Services at goodwin.org.au

The Goodwin team celebrates 70 years of looking after the older members of our community. Photo: Jordan Mirchevski.

Pub with no beer resurrected at Captains Flat

A lot of thirsty Captains Flat residents are cheering the purchase of their long-closed pub – the 1937 Captains Flat Hotel – which has been bought for $1 million by Captains Flat-born Sharanne Witt. The opening date couldn’t come soon enough (the pub closed in July 2023 after a short five-month opening) but will re-open by 30th June this year.

Locals will be relieved to know that their beloved pub will stay in the family – Sharanne’s mother and nan both lived in the pub (her nan was the cook) and her grandparents owned the butcher shop across the road.

So it is fitting that the soon-to-be-opened pub will honour her grandparents with “Molly’s café and cocktails” and “Peggy’s Bistro”. There are also plans for a future distillery out the back as well as an enclosed wedding reception venue.

“I’m excited and scared,” Sharanne said. “It was very spur of the moment, I thought oh my god what have I done? I’d just retired.”

Sharanne’s daughter Kaitlin Gilbert (who also happens to be an army major) has purchased 5 per cent of the pub and is overseeing the staff recruiting. All new bar and restaurant staff are from

Captains Flat however they’ve had to recruit a chef from Canberra.

The plan is for a soft opening on the 22nd June and a full opening on the 29th June.

“We just want to run it as a really country local pub, a destination pub,” Sharanne said. “You go to a country pub for the characters. We’re keeping all of the old fridges, so we’re trying to work out the logistics of not changing anything.

“They call it the town that never dies, it was slowly dying. The heart and soul is the pub. If we can get the heart and soul pumping again, we’ll be up and running.”

Captains Flat Hotel was once famous for having the longest bar in the Southern Hemisphere (36 metres). This was due to the 3,500 parched miners who would come in for a beer after work (the mine operated from the late 1880s and closed in the 1960s).

Locals have been hankering for a beer for four long years, getting their hopes dashed when the pub failed to sell at auction in December 2023.

Long-term Captains Flat resident, 50-year-old Jason Platt, said there had been “a big hole in the

place to be honest”.

“They’ve still got the bowling club but it’s just a shame to see everything closing down out there, there’s not much left,” Jason said. “It’s good to see the pub’s opening. I’ve lived here since I was 14, I’ve just watched so much stuff disappear from what it used to be. To sit around and have a cold one with the boys, it’ll be great.”

The pub sits on more than 2,000 square metres and includes a beer garden, sitting rooms and dining area and 21 guest rooms.

Captains Flat Hotel is on Facebook.

- Georgia Curry

Captains Flat Hotel has just been purchased for $1m, with plans to re-open by the end of June. Image: Facebook

Meet MIO

unn g A enclave of townhouses coming soon to Googong

With its prestigious position at the gateway to Googong, the fabulous MIO development of townhouses o ers an outstanding opportunity for those seeking both a beautiful home and an exceptional lifestyle in this close and thriving community.

LJ Hooker Development Manager Keenan Veraar says meticulous planning went into creating the range of two-, three- and four-bedroom homes. Partnering with LJ Hooker Project Marketing, Base Developments put a mountain of work into the project, along with DNA Architects, Milin Builders and LB Interiors.

“The team wanted to create a place which would appeal to all buyer types so the homes range from generously-sized two-bedroom townhouses right through to the larger builds, many with double frontages and all with double side-by-side or even triple garages,” says Keenan.

“Size-wise, the two-bedroom homes range from 107 to 123 square metres while the three and four bedroom homes range from 126 right up to 164 square metres of living”.

Street appeal was a vital consideration in the design of MIO.

“Architecturally, it was important to create a visually appealing precinct with di ering roof pitches and varied exterior materials providing an individual touch to each block,” says Keenan. “Besides being pleasing to its own residents, MIO will be one of the first group of residences seen by visitors as they enter Googong and it will definitely make a great impression”.

Within the complex, the separation of buildings will emphasise privacy, maximise light and minimise internal noise, while the generous communal spaces, attractive landscaping and winding pathways aim to draw residents out of their homes to enjoy the outdoors, admire the gardens and interact with neighbours.

Inside, the materials and finishes were inspired by both the local landscape and the exterior architecture. MIO’s special touches include floor to ceiling tiles in the bathrooms, stone bench tops and engineered timber floorboards.

MIO also features impressive green credentials including double glazed windows and sliding doors, shared EV charging stations, recycled grey water to toilets and gardens and Solshare by Allume Energy – an innovative system to share solar energy across the site (subject to approval by the energy provider).

Keenan says MIO’s pricing is very competitive for such a quality build. “The two-bedroom townhouses range from $689,900 to $739,900, the three-bedroom options range from $789,900 to $835,000, while the range for the four-bedroom choices is $859,900 to $905,000,” he says.

Location, location, location

As the old real estate saying goes, location should be high on your list when you’re buying a property and MIO’s location ticks all the boxes. The site is just a short stroll to the future town centre – Googong Central as well as Bunyip Park with its beautiful lake, gardens and children’s playground.

Interested in MIO?

Construction has already commenced, so if you would like more information, visit miogoogong.com.au or call Keenan Veraar on 0402 914 037.

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A suggested solution to the Palestinian/Israeli impasse

WITH BILL STEFANIAK AM RFD FORMER ACT OPPOSITION LEADER

Several of your letter writers have called on me to make good on my earlier comments that I would put forward a suggested solution to the constant strife between Israel and the Palestinians. Here goes!

First, everyone should be under no illusion about a few basic facts.

1. The protagonists do not like each other.

2. Regardless of what anyone may think of how Israel was established, it’s not going anywhere. Inane calls for thinly disguised genocide in statements such as “from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free” ignore the fact that the 7.2 million Jews of Israel, and probably nearly all of the 2 million Israeli Arabs, will go nowhere. They will stay and fight. They might win.

But if in danger of being slaughtered by Palestinian, Iranian or any other enemies, and as the homeland of the Jews, historically the most oppressed and persecuted race in the world, Israel

will have no compunction in using the between 80 and 120 nuclear warheads it possesses. This would turn what is now Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza (and probably Iran, Lebanon, and Syria) into a wasteland. No one wins, and I feel sorry for the poor innocent animals caught up in all this human folly.

3. As problematic as it is, a two-state solution still seems the only answer.

How do we get to that?

Ideally, Israel will overcome the Hamas terrorist government of Gaza.

Then begins the rebuilding of Gaza and moves towards a two-state solution.

The whole world needs to chip in to help rebuild Gaza, but the real culprit who started the war –Iran – no doubt won’t. So, if need be, the moderate Arab countries and the West should do so.

Gaza needs to be under some type of mandate and run for a while by Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the US, and the EU, with Israel also participating. A reasonable government can then be created there.

Under the auspices of those friendly states,

a true solution to the West Bank issues needs then to be worked out. This will mean some border readjustments between the West Bank and Israel. Where there are significant clusters of Jewish settlements too large to move, the Palestinians will need to be compensated with some land swaps in Israel or some other mutually agreed form of compensation. Other settlements will need to relocate to Israel.

For the foreseeable future (30, 40 years or more), I’d suggest a demilitarised zone between Israel and the new Palestinian state patrolled by troops from Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the US, and NATO – and even Australia. I would suggest significant military forces – say corps strength – three divisions, about 30,000 to 50,000 troops – until things calm down.

We could provide a battalion.

Then after everyone gets used to that, with the passage of time, the warring parties may just realize that this peace thing is actually a good idea. Other supposedly intractable conflicts have been resolved with time – Ireland and Serbia v. Croatia spring to mind. Well, that’s my suggestion anyway!

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THOUGHTS on prayer SOME MORE

Probably all of us at some time withdraw to that quiet place within to look for answers to life’s challenges. For me, this is prayer.

I’ve been thinking about why sometimes I do get answers, and other times not. What I have noticed is that when I am willing to be humble and to put personal wishes aside, I am more receptive to new ideas.

I have also noticed that when I lift my thought above the problem to a more spiritual perspective then solutions unfold.

Here is an analogy that helps me to do this. It goes like this:

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A man is canoeing on the ocean. Dense fog rolls in. Soon he loses his orientation to the beach. He becomes fearful and wonders, is he heading to the beach, or to the rocks or even to the open ocean? He can’t tell. He sits still and prays. The thought comes to him to stand up. It’s too dangerous to stand up in this little canoe he reasons, so he prays again. Again, he gets the same message. Three times he asks and three times he has this strong feeling that he should stand up. Eventually he obeys. As he stands up, he realises that it is only a low-lying band of fog. Standing up

he is in full sunshine; the beach is clearly in view. He sits down, spins the canoe around and heads safely to the beach. The fear is gone because he has a clear direction.

The fog represents the details of the challenging situation. The sunshine represents the spiritual ideas that are always available to give us a sense of direction. Nowadays I ask myself: “Are you examining the fog?“

Building support for The Woden School brick-by-brick

It’s that time of year again when local brick masters get to work creating extraordinary displays to share with the community at The Woden School. The major fundraiser for the specialist school for students with disabilites, Bricks@Woden, returns this weekend, 25-26 May.

The event is hosted by the Canberra Lego User Group (CLUG), whose members attend for the love of Lego and what the school offers children and parents of our region. Accepting nothing for their time or effort, all funds made from the weekend go directly to helping the school and its students.

“With the renaissance Lego is having, it is not just something for kids. The event gets bigger and bigger every year. Exhibitors come to show off these amazing creations big and small at the school, we’ve got 66 registered to build these fabulous Lego creations,” says Gillian Bradford, The Woden School Parents and Citizens

Association (P&C).

The weekend is a true school community affair; school volunteers run a BBQ, cake stall, plant and book sale, there will be live music and an emcee. Also donating their time is the 501st Legion, a troop of Star Wars universe enthusiasts who come dressed in accurate costumes.

“We have a beautiful lady who donates pumpkins and our kids help cook up a storm in the school kitchen making some pumpkin soup. We’ve got another mum making masala dosa with potato curry and chutney,” says Ms Bradford.

While the event is well established and loved, this year is particularly special as The Woden School celebrates 50 years since it first opened its doors to children. While the school does receive some government funding, the tools and equipment for its students incur higher costs than those of mainstream schools, and fundraisers like Bricks make a profound impact for the school.

Answers are not to be found by lamenting the fog. Answers come when we recognise the good that already exists and celebrate this. This encourages the state of mind that is receptive. Sometimes there are solutions that we never expected.

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“Even something as simple as a swing, you picture a kid going down to the park and jumping on and swinging themselves. For a lot of kids at The Woden School that swing needs to have a high back, a harness to be safe, soft fall underneath it, it has to be low to the ground… The equipment to help our kids engage with physical activity costs a lot more,” says Ms Bradford.

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- Jessica Cordwell

Bricks@Woden returns to Woden School on 25-26 May.

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It’s a long way to the top –Canberra Himalaya Day

As Himalaya Day approaches (29 May), a Canberra man quietly mentions that he is the only Australian to have climbed all 14 of the world’s 8,000m peaks. Better yet, Andrew was the first in the world to complete them all with all his fingers and toes still attached.

Canberra mountaineer Andrew Lock has fortunately only ever had frost-nip, unlike previous climbers who have lost digits to frostbite. He has summited Mt Everest twice, although the first time was in a bit of a roundabout way.

“When I first climbed Everest in 2000, I climbed to within 100 metres of the summit with my team but we were unable to get to the summit because, traditionally, teams affix about 800m of rope from the highest camp at 8,000m to the summit,” Andrew explained. “Each of the four teams agreed to carry 200m of rope to share the burden of carrying it up and putting it in place. After we’d all placed our ropes where they needed to go, the final team said they hadn’t brought their ropes.”

Conversation around the dinner table that night must have been lively. So, Andrew and his team had to turn around and make the descent, then climb back to the top again a week later.

Andrew said he’s climbed Mt Everest a couple of times “for my sins”. Quite a physical achievement, although since his last climb, the mountain has grown a few millimetres so the challenge still taunts him.

That’s right, the Himalayas is the youngest mountain range in the world. Therefore, the tectonic plates are still moving and pushing the Himalayas upwards a few millimetres each year.

“I feel so inadequate, people are climbing a higher mountain now,” Andrew laughs.

Andrew said that when he returns from the Himalayan peaks, he comes home spiritually enriched and a much calmer person – “then it takes a few months for society to wear me down”.

Back home in Canberra, Andrew likes to amble up Mt Ainslie. But come spring, he’s off to Nepal to

lead an expedition to climb a 7,000m peak.

“There are fourteen 8,000m peaks in the world,” he said. “Most of the other peaks are harder. Everest is the highest, then you have the 7,000 and 6,000 and 5,000 and so on until you get down to Mt Kosciuszko at 2,000m. Kosciuszko is one of seven highest summits of the seven continents, so it is a goal for people who set out to climb those seven summits.”

Andrew Lock will be speaking at the Canberra Himalaya Day event is on 29 May, 6.30pm, at 7 by the Lake. Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/ himalaya-day-events-2024

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Canberra mountaineer Andrew Lock is the only Australian to have climbed all 14 of the world’s 8000m peaks.

The Matildas bounce lands in Canberra

It’s called the Matildas bounce – the surge of women spurred on by last year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup frenzy, who are signing up to join a soccer team. Nine months on from that national hysteria, the trend continues with the Tigers Football Club – which traces its history back to Cooma in 1952 – introducing its first under-14s girls team.

Up until now, the Tigers Football Club has only fielded teams for men and boys. The 2024 season sees the launch of a new Tigers U14s Girls team in Capital Football’s Junior League Girls Division 1 competition for the very first time.

Let’s hope they can follow in the footsteps of the Matildas, who’s very first Australian women’s team was established in 1978 to take part in the first World Women’s Invitational Tournament in Chinese Taipei. Look at them now.

Tigers Football Club manager, Maddie Sinclair, said the Women’s World Cup had done “absolute wonders for girls in the sport”.

“When the Women’s World Cup happened, it was such a resounding success and the whole nation was so excited about it,” Maddie said. “I

said to the club, right we need to do it now. Let’s take that Matilda’s bounce and let’s run with it. Our time is right now, let’s start and don’t waste this opportunity. Let’s build from there.”

To continue the momentum of the Matildas, Canberra United stars Michelle Heyman, Nicki Flannery, Sasha Grove and Emma Ilijoski helped to inspire the newest generation of soccer players by meeting members of the first-ever Tigers FC girls’ team to celebrate Female Football Week.

The Tigers FC U14s Girls team met Michelle, Nicki, Sasha and Emma just prior to the women’s training session at the Australian Institute of Sport. The women are currently training with the Tigers FC National Premier League Men’s First Grade team.

Matilda and Canberra United captain, Michelle Heyman, was thrilled to take part in such a historic Female Football Week activity with the Tigers FC girls.

“We’re really excited that Tigers FC have got their first girls’ team off the ground. It was so lovely to meet them all and we’d love to see the

girls on the field as future Canberra United and Matildas players in years to come,” she said.

The Tigers FC will be holding player trials for both boys and girls for the 2025 season in October 2024. For information on trial dates, follow Tigers FC on Facebook and Instagram.

- Georgia Curry

Spurred on by the 2023 Matildas mania, Tigers Football Club has its first girls team, who recently met their idols from Canberra United. (L to R) Michelle Heyman (Canberra United), Clara Denney (Tigers FC), Maja Zilinskas (Tigers FC), Emma Ilijoski (Canberra United), Sasha Grove (Canberra United) and Nicki Flannery (Canberra United).

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Energy issues in the Commonwealth budget

BY DR ALAN MORAN

Energy and climate issues were front and central in the latest Commonwealth budget.

The government announced that taxpayers will plough $22.7 billion into Labor’s ‘Future Made in Australia’ agenda. That funding is also intended to help “unlock greater private investment”, which detractors say in reality invites an even greater wasteful use of funds. The policy focus is on eliminating coal and other fossil fuels by fostering five priority areas: green hydrogen, critical minerals, green metals, low carbon liquid fuels, and clean energy manufacturing.

In the past, we have seen governments seeking to build local industries that have proven successful overseas – largely by using import tari s. Although few such attempts have flourished, the Commonwealth’s plans take this to a new level of ambition because they foster industries with no previous track record. The Opposition has said it would cancel the $13.7 billion in subsidies for green hydrogen and critical minerals.

The new funding adds to other measures that are intended to supplant coal (which even after two decades of hostile government policies still provides over 60 per cent of the nation’s electricity). It builds upon taxpayer support and requirements on consumers to subsidise, in their electricity bills, increasing proportions of wind and solar.

CSIRO maintains that wind and solar are already the cheapest form of energy supply. This might be expected to be the case with the cost of solar modules having fallen from $100 per watt to 20 cents per watt over the past 50 years.

And yet solar, like wind facilities, required ever more subsidies as evidenced by the measures in the latest budget. These energy sources are just too unreliable and require very expensive support in new transmission lines and batteries (including Snowy 2, which is now to cost at least tenfold what Malcolm Turnbull said it would be in 2018).

It has to be remembered that all these measures stem from the concerns about fossil fuel emissions having a global warming, and hence, climate change e ect. This is hyped by interested parties whenever there are seemingly unusual weather episodes. Whether human-induced climate change is apocryphal or real, Australia can have no e ect in abating greenhouse gases. Our 22,000 megawatts of coal capacity is barely one per cent of the world’s total. Some countries, in what used to be called the Third World, are growing rapidly because they are taking advantage of coal, the cheapest source of power, to drive that growth. China alone has 50 times Australia’s coal generating capacity and has plans for additional supplies of 267,000 megawatts. And India, with 10 times as much current coal capacity as Australia, is planning new capacity twice as large as Australia’s.

Australia’s politicians wish to drive the economy into a new nirvana that, based on speculative technologies, will replace fossil fuels that have been the bedrock of modern living standards. Directing limited investable capital into such ventures while organising a synchronised closing down of existing coal plantthe technology driving growth of the currently most successful economies – is a recipe for government-induced economic ruin.

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Canberra Riff Raff shakes up political scene

Canberra’s been the epicentre of political activism since Federation but something’s been missing at protests - a soundtrack. Now protest rallies have a dedicated backing band and it sounds like a revolution.

Canberra’s brand new Riff Raff Radical Marching Band is a group of local musicians that turns up the volume at demonstrations.

The concept originated in Sydney in 2010 when a bunch of friends grew tired of boring protests so they started a marching band. Other Riff Raff chapters popped up in Melbourne, Brisbane, and now Canberra.

Founder and band leader of Canberra’s Riff Raff Radical Marching Band, Jane Fisher, came up with the idea through her love of street theatre (she toured overseas with a renowned Australian street theatre company in the ‘90s).

“I wanted to combine my music practice with action on climate change and I found Riff Raff online,” Jane said. “I was hoping to start a band to play at protests to animate the crowd and keep the mood happy and I found that was exactly what Riff Raff did. They were playing at the National Folk Festival and I asked if I

could play with them and in return, start a Canberra chapter. They said yes and the rest is history.”

Throughout history, politically charged songs have accompanied significant activism (think Midnight Oil’s Beds Are Burning) so it’s apt to have a house band right on the steps of Parliament House.

Jane described the group as New Orleans’ Jazz style featuring brass, woodwind, percussion and banjo.

The band’s uniform is “marching band” red, black and gold, and they recently made their worldwide debut at a Palm Sunday rally at Garema Place (they’re available for protests, festivals, anything).

It should be mentioned that band members are not literally “riff raff” as the name implies, but rather conscientious musicians, who march for social and environmental justice.

If ever there was any doubt about the effectiveness of making a noise in protest, it’s worth remembering Australia’s long history of protest leading to significant change - the eight-hour working day, women’s right to vote, apology to the Stolen Generations, and LGBTQIA+ rights.

Jane said the newest Riff Raff chapter in Canberra

is seeking more members, particularly people who play trumpet, trombone, clarinet, saxaphone, flute, euphonium, tuba, and percussion.

“We are an inclusive community band, inviting people of all ages with at least a grade two level, to join us to support activist causes that we believe in,” Jane said.

Riff Raff Radical Marching Band Canberra rehearses at 11am every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month, at Smith’s Alternative. Come along or contact them on Facebook.

*Georgia Curry is a member of Riff Raff Radical Marching Band Canberra.

- Georgia Curry

Riff Raff Radical Marching Band Canberra make their debut at a Refugee Rally in Garema Place. Photo: Steve Miller.

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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE VODAFONE MOBILE PHONE

BASE STATION (INCLUDING 5G) LOCATED AT: PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE, ISABELLA DRIVE, CHISHOLM, ACT 2905

- RFNSA SITE NO. 2905007

1.The proposed facility consists of the addition of new Optus and Vodafone equipment and associated works as follows (including 5G):

• Removal of six (6) panel antennas

• Removal of fifteen (15) remote radio units

• Installation of a new triangular headframe with six (6) antenna mounts

• Installation of fifteen (15) remote radio units

• Installation of three (3) active antenna units (no more than .8m in length)

• Installation of six (6) panel antennas (no more than 2.7m in length)

• Installation of twelve (12) remote radio units

• Provision for future remote radio units, active antenna units and antennas

• The removal and installation of ancillary equipment including but not limited to new mounts, combiners, BOB, MHA, RF switch, filters, fibre and electrical cabling, and reconfiguration of existing equipment on the facility and in the existing equipment shelter

2. Optus & Vodafone regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 (“The Determination”) based on the description above.

3. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Further information and/or comments should be directed to: communityconsultation@ventia.com or Level 1, South Tower, 10 Browning Street, West End QLD 4101 Australia by COB Thursday, 6 June 2024.

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I recently mailed a birthday card to my son-in-law who resides at Tomakin on the South Coast. The card arrived several weeks later postmarked in Mount Isa, Queensland. What a breathless effort Australia Post, I guess we should get our Christmas mail posted before June in case these are flung via Finland or The Shetland Islands, and your CEO is one of the highest-paid public servants in Australia?? It’s the end of decency as we know it.

- John Lawrence, Flynn

Kangaroos

are not a problem

Canberra Nature Park are just as subject to predation as any kangaroo population anywhere, probably more so because of our high population of urban foxes.

Thirdly, Robyn Soxsmith was not suggesting we lower speed limits and speed controls on suburban roads, but on all the roads and highways that bisect the Canberra Nature Park.

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In response to Vi Evans (CW, 9 May 2024): first, no, kangaroos are not and have never been a “problem” in the ACT, or anywhere else. They are an ecological necessity. The real problem is the development that has bisected the Canberra Nature Park with lethal highspeed road and continues to infill all of Canberra’s remnant open space.

Finally, as long as virtual or actual fencing prevents crossing in other places, vegetated overpasses bridging the bisecting roads would enable every animal in the Park to range, hunt, forage and disperse as far as it needs to, without crossing deadly roads. It would also create a world-class tourist attraction, enabling people, as well as animals, to roam the entire Park in safety. If vegetated overpasses were paid for by developers as offsets, they need not be a major drain on the public purse, while improved income from tourism would more than pay for them in the long run.

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Bias and death penalty

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If you study every document the ACT government has ever produced on this subject you will find that its justification for this slaughter consists entirely of circular arguments based on specious assertions, repeated endlessly until the undiscerning simply accept them as true.

Blaming others, in this case, kangaroos, for one’s own actions is a standard scapegoating exercise, a tactic governments have been using for thousands of years to distract attention away from their own faults.

Secondly, kangaroos in the

Ian Pilsner (CW, 16 May) bemoans the scarcity of conservative views and a perceived lack left-right balance in the local print media. It seems to me that Mr Pilsner sees these alleged shortcomings only from an ultra-conservative or far-right perspective. As for the death penalty in Australia, is Mr Pilsner unaware of the danger inherent in the termination of life at the behest of ‘letter-of-the-law’ judges — for example, if they make the wrong decision?

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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE VODAFONE MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT RED HILL INCLUDING 5G

27303 Red Hill-O: Red Hill Drive, Red Hill ACT 2603 (Red Hill: Block 14, Section 57) (RFNSA 2603003)

The proposed facility consists of the addition of new equipment and associated works, including 5G, as follows:

• Removal of the existing headframe and installation of new headframe

• Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 2.7m long, on the new headframe

• Installation of three (3) panel antennas, 0.8m long, on the new headframe

• Installation of ancillary equipment including fifteen (15) remote radio units, antenna mounts and cabling

• Reconfiguration of the existing equipment on the facility and within the equipment shelter, including removal of redundant equipment and replacement of Remote Radio Units

1. The site is within a National Capital Authority (NCA) ‘Designated Area’. Approval for the proposed Vodafone works has been sought through from the National Capital Authority.

2. In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposal. Should you require further information or wish to comment, please contact Shreya Rekhapalli at Indara, 02 9495 9000, community@indara.com or Level 1, 110 Pacific Highway, St Leonards NSW 2065 by Wednesday 12 June 2024. Further information may also be obtained from www.rfnsa.com.au/2603003.

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GIVIT donation of the week: Dry Dog Food

GIVIT is working with a non-profit organisation in the ACT that provides support services to women impacted by domestic and family violence, homelessness, and health issues. They are requesting the donation of dry dog food for a woman living with disability. This young woman is living in emergency accommodation and suffers from debilitating anxiety and mental illness. She recently acquired a companion dog for mental and emotional support. GIVIT is requesting donations of dry dog food for her pet to help support her wellbeing. Generous Canberrans can donate funds or dry dog food by visiting: GIVIT.org. au/what’s-needed, search Category: ‘dog food - dry’; Location: ‘ACT’. 100% of your financial donation will be used to purchase the dog food.

ANBG Talks

The Australian National Botanic Gardens, Thursday 30 May, 12.30 to 1.30pm, presents Graham Fifield of Greening Australia. Graham poses the question “Can I get paid to plant trees?” with the answer that landholders are encouraged and facilitated by Greening Australia to revegetate the land and earn carbon credits. ANBG Theatrette, opposite ANBG Visitor Centre. Bookings preferred at trybooking.com/COGMA. Gold coin donations are welcome.

The Bold Bandannas

Relay for Life Team, The Bold Bandannas, are having a stall at the Fyshwick F&V Markets (within Ziggy’s Shop) on Saturday 1 June from 8am until 4:30pm. We only sell our trademark preserves so if anyone needs to stock up - now is the time. Any enquiries please contact Jan on 6231 0761.

Biggest Morning Tea

Weston Creek Community Centre together with the support of Cooleman Shopping Centre are staging the 2024 Australia’s Cancer Council Biggest Morning Tea to raise funds for cancer research. On Friday 31 May in the WCCC Hall between 11am-1pm. Let’s get together to enjoy a cuppa so we can support those impacted by cancer. If you are unable to join us, you can donate anytime at our office or by phone with your card details.

Biggest Afternoon Tea

The Canberra Branch of CWA will hold their annual Biggest Afternoon Tea, (with a savoury twist) in support of the ACT Cancer Council on Saturday 8 June from 1:30 – 3:30pm at rooms, 8 Barry Drive, Civic. Cost $10. Open to the public, with free parking in the vicinity. RSVP essential to cwacanberra@gmail.com by 5 June.

Uniting Hearts Concert

Join us for the Uniting Hearts Concert, presented by the Health Way Association on Saturday, 25 May from 1-3 pm at the Baha’i Centre located at 18 Hickey Court, Weston, ACT. Please RSVP by 24 May via healthwayassociation@gmail.com.

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Wildbark Ngunnawal Art Exhibition. Photos Jordan Mirchevski

PUZZLES & STARS

ACROSS

1 Feudal servant (6)

4 Out to sea (8)

10 Scallywag (11)

11 Book of the Bible (3)

12 Fairies (7)

13 Baby cats (7)

14 Options (7)

17 Italian dish (7)

19 Bar (7)

20 Barren places (7)

21 Musician who plays independently (7)

23 A vegetable (7)

26 Afternoon reception (3)

27 Escalated (11)

28 Buyers (8)

29 Geothermal vent (6)

DOWN

1 Infective agent (5)

2 Exploding star (9)

3 Royal racetrack (5)

5 Flashed (9)

6 Cleans (9)

7 Fat (5)

8 Substances discharged (9)

9 Additional (4)

14 Temporary living areas (9)

15 Attached to a cross (9)

16 Eventgoer (9)

18 Turtles (9)

22 Letting contract (5)

23 Walking stick (4)

24 Deal sweetener (5)

25 Senior (5)

BRAIN BUSTERS

1 Who was the first person to be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?

2 Bamako is the capital of which African country?

3 The Alhambra is a palace located in which European country?

4 Which actor played Beetlejuice in the 1988 film?

5 Teri Hatcher played Susan Mayer in which TV series?

SOLUTIONS

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GEMINI MAY 22 – JUN 21

Developments this week will provide you with more direction in your personal life and at work. Consider instigating a revitalising new daily routine. You’ll enjoy sharing a special occasion. A new understanding of someone important will be ideal.

CANCER JUN 22 – JUL 22

You’ll enjoy favourite activities and re-connecting with likeminded people to forge strong relationships. It’s a sociable week, and also a good week to network. A fresh chapter is beginning in your personal life, family or with a creative venture.

LEO JUL 23 – AUG 23

Thursday’s full moon signals a fresh chapter regarding family, home or property. Special connections will be significant, and you could forge a lovely tie with someone. You may also experience a change in your work schedule or health.

VIRGO AUG 24 – SEPT 23

Changes at home and a visit or a fresh environment will be exciting. News will be a catalyst to developments that could lead you to new activities, frontiers or even countries. Travel with someone special may be on the agenda.

LIBRA SEPT 24 – OCT 23

You’ll enjoy a lovely get-together, and a favourite activity or family event towards the weekend. Financial and work matters must be decided upon, and choices will resonate for some time to come, so be careful with your decisions.

SCORPIO OCT 24 – NOV 22

Thursday’s full moon will spotlight ways to improve your life. Consider a schedule that helps you avoid over-work, poor diet and lack of exercise. Romance could thrive, so ensure you organise a treat.

SAGITTARIUS NOV 23 – DEC 21

Thursday’s Sagittarian full moon signals a fresh chapter. You may simply decide it’s time for a new look, although for many, this week will see key developments at work. You’ll enjoy expressing your creative side via a trip or project.

CAPRICORN DEC 22 – JAN 20

Thursday’s full moon will spotlight your involvement with a friend or organisation. You may discover information that points to a better way forward. You may simply be drawn to a new social circle. A personal relationship and romance could thrive.

AQUARIUS JAN 21 – FEB 19

There are transformational aspects this week that can bring deep change both at home and at work. Be prepared to consider your status in a new light and to think outside the box when you consider your options moving forward.

PISCES FEB 20 – MAR 20

You’ll appreciate the opportunity to be adventurous through travel, your career, or by pursuing your goals. You’ll enjoy a reunion and making spontaneous arrangements that include a sociable week. News will enable you to make a key decision.

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20

Key financial and career matters will keep you on your toes. A reunion or an ideal opportunity will raise morale. News and negotiations will determine your steps for months to come; and so a conundrum will require careful analysis.

TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21

Thursday’s full moon signals a fresh chapter in a key relationship. A fresh way to share your resources, finances or even space at home will be a catalyst. A reunion or meeting this weekend will be poignant.

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Roasted Tomato Soup

Serves 4

6 tomatoes, halved lengthwise

3 cloves garlic, peeled

6 sprigs fresh thyme extra-virgin olive oil

salt and pepper

One for all

If food allergies and fussy eaters make family mealtimes stressful, TV chef and popular GP, Dr Preeya Alexander offers helpful tips and recipes to ease the tension in her new cookbook, Full Plate: One meal for the whole family. Here, Dr Preeya shares some of her favourite recipes, full of goodness, that all the family will enjoy.

Pear Rhubarb Crumble

Serves 4

4 pears, peeled and roughly chopped

4 stalks rhubarb, chopped

1 vanilla bean, split in half lengthwise (1 tsp of vanilla extract works too)

1½ tsp ground cinnamon

½ cup plain flour

½ cup rolled oats

½ cup brown sugar

1⁄3 cup desiccated coconut

80 g butter, softened and cubed

Cream or ice-cream, to serve

Preheat the oven to 180ºC with the grill setting on.

In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups water to the boil. Add the pear, rhubarb, vanilla bean and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Simmer over gentle heat for 15–20 minutes until the liquid reduces and you have a thick, gluggy consistency.

Meanwhile, combine the flour, oats, sugar and coconut in a bowl. Sprinkle over the remaining cinnamon. Add the butter and, using clean fingers (please wash them and don’t be a gross human), rub the ingredients together so the mixture becomes like breadcrumbs.

Once the fruit mixture is ready, spoon it into an ovenproof dish (filled threequarters full) and generously sprinkle with the crumble mixture. Bake the crumble in the oven for 15–20 minutes until golden.

Serve with a dollop of cream or ice-cream.

To

make it ...

Dairy free: replace the butter with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.

Gluten free: substitute almond meal for the plain flour and source oats that are free from gluten contamination.

1 litre vegetable stock

Handful of fresh basil leaves or 1 Tbsp dried basil, plus extra fresh basil to serve

1 Tbsp fresh oregano leaves (or dried if that’s what you have)

Bread, to serve

Preheat the oven to 200ºC.

Place the tomatoes flesh side up, garlic and thyme on an oven tray and cover with a generous glug of olive oil – aim for about 1–2 tablespoons. Season with pepper and salt as desired. Roast in

Tuna Pasta Bake

Serves 6

1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1 heaped Tbsp minced ginger

½ Tbsp minced garlic

425 g can tuna in olive oil (drain some of the olive oil, but leave 1–2 tsp in there for flavour)

800 g can tomatoes

6 cups sliced mushrooms

2 cups chopped baby spinach or silverbeet, stems removed

1 cup pitted kalamata olives

Salt and pepper

500 g packet pasta

2 cups grated cheese

Preheat the oven to 180ºC with the grill setting on.

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic and fry for 2 minutes.

Add the tuna and fry for 4–5 minutes, ensuring all chunks are broken down with a wooden spoon.

Add the canned tomatoes and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add all the vegetables (including those soggy

the oven for 30–35 minutes until the tomatoes are cooked In a saucepan, heat the stock over medium heat.

Carefully transfer the contents of the tray to the pan (you shouldn’t need more oil – there’ll be leftovers in the tray). Add the basil and oregano and simmer for 15 minutes.

Use a stick blender or food processor to carefully blitz the mixture until smooth. Serve with bread if you like, and fresh basil on top.

tomatoes) and the olives. Allow the sauce to gently simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper as desired.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the packet directions, reserving 1 tablespoon pasta water when draining. Stir the cooked pasta through the sauce, adding 1 tablespoon pasta water for consistency, if needed.

Transfer the pasta mixture to an ovenproof dish and sprinkle cheese over with gusto and fanfare. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the cheese on top is golden.

Hot tip:

If you’re making this for adults that like some heat, add 1–2 teaspoons dried chilli flakes when you’re frying the ginger and garlic.

Recipes and images extracted from Full Plate: One meal for the whole family, by Preeya Alexander, published by Simon & Schuster Australia, RRP $39.99. Cover and internal design © Meng Koach. Cover and internal photography © Lawrence Furzey Photography. Food stylist © Fiona Sinclair.

Take 5 with Mark Wilson of Jet

At the end of last year, Aussie rock icons Jet celebrated two decades of debut album Get Born with a string of shows. It wasn’t enough for fans and now the group is undertaking the extended edition tour, stopping in at the UC Refectory on Friday 7 June. The album scored an impressive six ARIA Awards and was certified nine times platinum here in Australia, securing it a spot in the top five highest-selling Australian rock albums. The band will play the Get Born album in full as the crowds relive their favourite moments and tunes. CW caught up with bassist Mark Wilson ahead of the show.

1

What can audiences expect from the 20th Anniversary of Get Born Extended Edition Tour?

A good, old-fashioned rock and roll show! Naturally, as the tour title suggests we play the Get Born album; this includes favourites like Are You Gonna Be My Girl, Rollover DJ, Look What You’ve Done. Plus, we are playing our new track, Hurry

Hurry, which is getting a fantastic response. We’ll also have a very limited number of 7” vinyl of this new single for fans at the Canberra show.

2

When did you know you wanted to be a performer?

I’d say around 12 or 13 years old. At the start of high school in the early ‘90s all I wanted to do was play in a band.

3

Do you have any career highlights?

Yes, specifically, selling out the Nippon Budokan in Tokyo. Generally, having the opportunity to tour the world and to open for artists like Bruce Springsteen and the Rolling Stones.

4

Do you have a favourite song to perform?

Not really a constant favourite but right now it’s our new single Hurry Hurry.

5

What’s next for you?

More tours, writing new music and trying to get some sleep! We head overseas to the US in October, we have a bunch of sold-out shows in Nashville, Los Angeles and New York and we are playing some incredible venues.

Catch all your favourite hits in Jet’s 20th Anniversary of Get Born Extended Edition Tour at UC Refectory, University of Canberra on Friday 7 June 7:30pm; moshtix.com.au

HIGHWAY

LOST HEARTS

BY MARY ANNE BUTLER

Jet bring the 20th Anniversary of Get Born Extended Edition Tour to the UC Refectory on Friday 7 June.

Photo Jason Sheldon

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three fascinating history books about ancient Egyptians, Romans and ghosts. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog, murdermayhemandlongdogs.com

The Cleopatras by Lloyd Llewellyn-

Jones

Wildfire, $34.99

Cleopatra, lover of Julius Caesar and Marc Anthony, has been immortalised in popular history and fiction. But unbeknown to most, she was actually the last of seven Cleopatras who ruled Egypt before it was subsumed into the Roman Empire. For decades, the Cleopatras dominated the usually patriarchal worlds of politics and warfare, and welded absolute power. Their ruthlessness and focus on domination through the generations resulted in extraordinary acts of betrayal, violence, and intrigue that would rival any modern television show. It is a world that Llewellyn-Jones brings vividly to life in this compelling account of a powerful, but totally dysfunctional, dynasty.

Pox Romana by Colin Elliott Princeton University Press, $59.99

Colin Elliott’s Pox Romana is a fascinating examination of the world’s first pandemic, which shook the Roman Empire and eventually led to its decline. In the middle of the second century AD, Rome was at the apex of its prosperity and power. When out of nowhere a sudden sickness struck the people and laid waste to the cities, including Rome. The combination of plague, climate crises and war fatally undermined the Empire and exposed its fragility. Using a combination of traditional historical research and modern interdisciplinary techniques, Elliott offers a lucidly written account of the plague, and its effects, which strongly resonates today.

Ghosts Of The British Museum by Noah Angell Monoray, $34.99

Romans and Egyptians also feature in Noah Angell’s totally beguiling account of strange goings on at the British Museum. After hearing whispered stories about ghostly sightings at the British Museum, Angell set out to discover more, and over seven years interviewed numerous current and former employees of the Museum. From respected curators to overnight security guards, Angell was swamped with testimonies about strange occurrences, sightings, and spectral encounters. Set against broader historical events and contemporary issues, these stories paint an absorbing picture of imperialism, plunder, and restless spirits. A must-read for anyone interested in history, museums, and ghosts.

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IF (PG)

Via a montage in a New York hospital, young Bea loses her mother to cancer. Flashing forward, 12-year-old Bea (Cailey Fleming) returns to New York with her father (John Krasinski) who needs to undergo heart surgery in the same hospital. One night, Bea spots a strange creature reminiscent of a 1940s Walt Disney cartoon following her back into her grandmother’s apartment building.

Disney/Pixar have pretty much dominated children’s movies since the mid-90s. Exploring children’s worlds from their toys, bugs, goldfish, superheroes, cars, grandparents, robots, emotions, and monsters-in-the-cupboard, there seems to be little left unturned. IF’s main aim and, conversely, disadvantage, is in its penchant for sentimental nostalgia.

Sunbeams radiate the frame like an 80’s Spielberg movie, with the movie itself focusing on childhood

regression in trying times. Forced to grow beyond her years thanks to a family tragedy, Bea returns to New York to live with her grandmother during her father’s hospitalisation. Forgoing her youthful and naïve art books and ignoring her father’s attempts at keeping things light, it is the mysterious Cal (Ryan Renolds) who whisks Bea onto a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten imaginary friends with children who need them.

While the effort may be sincere, the movie’s blunt, forced emotional manipulation misses the mark of effortless whimsical kid fare. The magical and real-world mechanics are also clunky, suggesting that a stronger alternate ending may be waiting as a future special feature.

Verdict: An earnest but heavy-handed stab at the heart.

- Luke McWilliams, themovieclub.net Viewed at Dendy Cinemas

23-30 MAY JUNE

Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea

Join hundreds of hosts across Canberra and organise your very own Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea to support our local Cancer Council and raise funds for cancer research, support and services.

Location of your choice, 23 May- 30 June; actcancer.org

24-25 MAY

Beauty and the Beast

The Victorian State Ballet performs one of the world most loved fairy tales in a showcase of beauty and talent.

Canberra Theatre Centre, 24-25 May; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

24-25 MAY

Whisky Live

Canberra’s

premiere whisky

sampling event showcasing highquality whiskies with short classes, samples, food and more.

University of Canberra, 24-25 May; eventbrite.com.au

24 MAY

Brumbies vs Rebels

The Brumbies will be looking to continue their winning run towards finals when they take on the Rebels in this Friday evening match.

GIO Stadium on Friday 24 May, 7:35pm kick o ; ticketek.com.au

24 MAY

Australian Chamber Orchestra

A beautiful concert starring Stuart Skeleton and Catherine Carby as they explore Mahler’s Song of the Earth

Llewellyn Hall, ANU, Friday 24 May 8pm; aco.com.au

25-26 MAY

Bricks @ Woden School

Bricks upon bricks as more than 100 Lego displays are set up alongside competitions, ra es, BBQ, and more to help raise funds to support students with special needs.

The Woden School, 25-26 May; trybooking.com

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25 MAY

Raiders vs Roosters

Fresh o a Magic Round victory, the Raiders take on the Roosters in a huge clash in Canberra.

Saturday 25 May at GIO Stadium, 3pm kick o ; ticketek.com.au

26 MAY

Million Paws Walk

Grab your pooch and hit the pavement to support animals in need with the team from RSPCA.

Patrick White Lawns, Parkes, Sunday 26 May 9am-2pm; millionpawswalk.com.au

30-01 MAY JUNE

The Art of Disruption

Rebus Theatre presents a show that steps behind the curtain of activist theatre where the struggles of everyday life collide with the magic of storytelling.

ACT Hub, 30 May- 1 June; acthub.com.au

Host your own Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea from 23 May- 30 June.

What we’re talking about

The latest in fashion, health and beauty with fashion and beauty editor Jessica Cordwell. This edition, we shine the spotlight on hair care and styling offerings.

Luscious hair is on the menu

When staying at a luxurious hotel, is there anything better than ordering from the room service menu and relaxing in your room? Ovolo Hotels believes there is, our hair could also benefit from a personalised experience.

The boutique chain has introduced the world’s very first Hair Service Menu across the designer hotel collection, with Canberra’s Nishi included in the round-up. The complimentary menu includes bespoke, professional products thanks to TRESemmé and allows guests to cater to their own hair needs. Choose from the Lamellar Shine regime, Purple Toning, Keratin Smooth, Smooth Curls and Strengthen and Restore.

Enhancing the stay of any guests with locks, the products will be delivered to the room upon

selection and arrival, ensuring your hair looks fabulous throughout your stay.

Ovolo Hotels are committed to making every guest’s experience personalised and enjoyable, the new Hair Service Menu is in addition to the perks that are already on offer. These perks include breakfast, lightning-quick Wi-Fi, a social happy hour, self-service laundry, all-day snacks, 24-hour gym, in-room mini-bar and loot bag.

Book in for a stay at one of the Ovolo Hotels; ovolohotels.com

GHD loves fine hair, fringes and beards

It is time to say goodbye to the days of trying to tame beards, fringes, and short and fine hair with large plates that can’t quite reach every strand. Beloved hair industry leaders GHD have this month introduced the Mini Hair Straightener.

Small but mighty should be the tagline of this product. The 40 per cent slimmer plates allow for root-to-tip coverage, while the slimline dual-zone™ technology maintains the plate heat at 185°C,

(draw date may subject to change).

OPENING HOURS

Monday-Friday: 10am-4pm | Saturday: 10am-3pm Ph: 0431 318 898 | 84 Wollongong St, Fyshwick southpacifichemp.com.au

GHD has launched the Mini Hair Straightener for short, fine and men’s styling. Photo: Jordan Mirchevski.

resulting in sleek, smooth and healthy locks.

CW was lucky enough to test out the new GHD offering and we are in love. Having fine, short hair with a fringe, the new straightener was able to effortlessly style each section without leaving oversized bumps or hair untouched. Not too hot, the hair didn’t have that fried feeling it sometimes can when using preset devices and the narrow plates allowed for the creation of tight curls, waves and straight styles. If you have short or fine hair, are tired of using a hot roller on your fringe, or want to add some texture or style to your beard - the new mini straightener is highly recommended.

Get your GHD Mini Hair Straightener; ghdhair.com - Jessica Cordwell

WIN! National Wine Show tickets

Canberrans have an exclusive opportunity to savour the entire range of entries in this year’s National Wine Show of Australia awards at the National Wine Experience on Saturday 1 June.

More than 900 wines judged the very best in Australia – a total of over 5,000 bottles – will be opened for tasting at Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC).

Get in quick to book your ticket to this rare event at Eventbrite or go to www.nationalwineshow.com.au to find out more.

CW has a pair of tickets to the National Wine Experience to give away. Winners must be able to attend on Saturday 1 June. Event details

• Event: National Wine Experience

• Date: Saturday 1 June

• Time: 1.30 - 4.30pm

• Venue: Coorong Pavilion, Exhibition Park in Canberra

• Ticket price: $120

• Dress code: Smart casual

Enter to win!

To enter, scan the QR code or visit canberradaily.com.au and click on the ‘Entertainment’ tab to ‘Competitions’, find the competition you wish to enter and follow the entry instructions. Entries close 9am Friday 31 May 2024 and winners drawn same day. One entry per person per giveaway. Entrants must be aged 18+.

How to support someone going through domestic violence

WITH ASSISTANT PROFESSOR DR VIVIENNE LEWIS, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST AT UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA

Domestic violence is when a person hurts another person they are in a relationship with (whether that be a family member or carer or an ex-partner) in a physical or emotional way. It usually occurs repeatedly and causes the person to feel unsafe. Domestic violence can occur in the home with family or non-family members, with a boyfriend or girlfriend or outside of the home by a family member. It can include threats to harm someone, controlling behaviours including financial control, threats that they’ll hurt themselves if you leave, stalking, touching you in ways you don’t want to be touched, sharing private photos of you and damaging parts of the home or your things.

Helping someone you care about who is going through domestic violence can be challenging. We worry about their safety and if we are equipped to help.

Often people don’t know what to say or do. So here are a few tips that are suggested by the experts who work with people going through domestic violence.

Speak up

Sometimes a person doesn’t realise they are in a domestically violent relationship and it’s ok to say something when you care about someone. It is always ok to ask someone if they’re ok and express your concern. Help the person feel safe by offering to be there for them and help them work out a solution if and when they’re ready. Just knowing that someone is aware of what’s going on and they are offering to help can be a huge relief.

Take them seriously

Always believe someone when they express concern that they might be in a family or intimate partner domestic violent situation. It’s extremely rare that someone makes that up, despite what we hear in the media. No form of violence is ok. It is damaging to a

person’s sense of safety and emotional wellbeing. Not to mention the danger to a person’s physical safety.

Listen and don’t judge

It can be really hard when someone you care about talks about domestic violence, especially if they don’t want to or won’t leave the situation. There are many reasons why people stay in a domestically violent relationship or don’t tell anyone. You can be there to listen and support them no matter what choice a person makes. Listening and supporting their decisions, even if you don’t think it’s the right decision, makes a huge difference. People often feel trapped and not in control and this can be made worse if you try to force someone into making a decision.

You can call for help

It’s hard supporting someone you care about who is going through a tough time. Make sure you look after yourself. Take breaks and talk to someone yourself about the challenges you’re facing. 1800RESPECT is there to help those going through domestic violence as well as those playing a supporting role.

If you believe someone is in immediate danger, call 000.

The importance of Vitamin D

WITH WESLEY SMITH, DIRECTOR, LIVE WELL HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTRE, LIVEWELLNATURALLY.COM.AU

Canberra is a city that is lucky enough to bask in sunshine throughout the year. However, more than one in three of us are Vitamin D deficient, and even more would be classified as having less than optimal Vitamin D levels, which is concerning.

What happens when we are Vitamin D deficient?

Traditionally, Vitamin D deficiency has been associated with Rickets; a disease in which the bone tissue doesn’t properly mineralise, leading to soft bones and skeletal deformities. However, research has shown a link between Vitamin D deficiency and a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases, infectious diseases (viruses etc), and autoinflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and multiple sclerosis as well as various types of cancers.

Who is at risk of low Vitamin D?

• Those who don’t have regular sunlight exposure, or always use sun protection.

• People who spend most of their time indoors such as the elderly or those who have desk jobs.

• If you have dark skin – which reduces the sun’s ability to make Vitamin D due to the pigments.

• Your digestive tract cannot absorb Vitamin D or if you are obese as Vitamin D is extracted from fat cells, altering its release into the circulation.

Where can we get Vitamin D?

There are a few sources of Vitamin D that are readily absorbed in our bodies: supplements, food and the sun.

Food

The foods highest in Vitamin D are seafood, especially oily fish like salmon and tuna, as well as oysters and caviar.

Sunlight

Vitamin D3 is made in the skin when UV light interacts with the chemical responsible for Vitamin D production. This is why we’re told to aim for 10 minutes of sun/day on bare skin (arms, legs, face and back) without sunscreen, avoiding times of high UV radiation, especially in the summer months.

Supplements

Many people will struggle to get adequate Vitamin D from diet or sunlight, and certainly if you’re already deficient, supplementation will be required. Choose a quality supplement, in consultation with your healthcare practitioner.

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

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Feel empowered with your chronic condition

Take Control – Live Well is a FREE 3-week group program for adults in the ACT who have a long-term health condition. Discover strategies to achieve your health goals and connect with a safe and supportive community.

To book, call Central Health Intake on (02) 5124 9977 or scan the QR code for more information.

A Mediterranean diet linked to decrease in anxiety and stress

There are plenty of studies and varying forms of evidence that show the Mediterranean diet is good for your physical health. It is recommended to reduce the risk of bowel cancer, heart disease and dementia. Now, research from the University of South Australia has found that it can improve mental health too by reducing symptoms of stress and anxiety in older Australians.

The study, conducted in partnership with the University of the Sunshine Coast, saw research assess the impact of the Mediterranean diet on mental health among 294 Australians aged 60+. The findings showed that it helped reduce the severity of anxiety and stress independent of age, gender, sleep and BMI.

The Mediterranean diet is rich in fresh fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, seeds, nuts, legumes and olive oil, with fish and seafood incorporated at least twice a week. Dairy and lean proteins can be eaten in smaller portions each day, while infrequent consumption of red meat and processed foods are encouraged.

Researchers found that specific elements of the diet, specifically fruits, nuts, legumes and a low consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks reduced the severity of anxiety and stress.

Impacting more than 301 million

people globally, anxiety is noted as the most common mental health disorder. In Australia, one in four people is expected to experience anxiety during their lifetime.

UniSA researcher and dietician Dr Evangeline Mantzioris says that the Mediterranean diet can significantly improve quality of life and mental health.

“Globally, we’re facing an unprecedented ageing population, yet despite this longevity, many people continue to struggle with their health and wellbeing,” says Dr Mantzioris.

“Lifestyle behaviours including diet quality, are gaining more attention as modifiable risk factors for poor mental health, with the Mediterranean diet endorsed for reducing chronic disease risk and supporting healthy ageing.”

Throughout the course of the study, Dr Mantzioris says they saw when older people adhered to the diet, their stress and anxiety declined. They found that the age of participant, gender, quality and duration of sleep, amount of exercise and their BMI made no difference to the results.

“It’s a big tick for the Mediterranean diet – through a relatively easy lifestyle change, people can markedly improve their stress and anxiety levels – who wouldn’t want to give it a go.”

A new study from the University of South Australia found that a Mediterranean diet can help reduce anxiety and stress.

5 bathroom renovation mistakes to avoid

WITH MARIA CERNE FROM STUDIO BLACK INTERIORS

Have a bathroom that needs updating and not sure where to start? Renovating your bathroom can be transformative, but it’s all about getting the details right. Avoid these five common mistakes, and you’ll create a beautiful, functional bathroom that stands the test of time and adds value to your home. Remember, seeking advice from professionals and making informed decisions from the start can save you both time and money in the long run.

Not having a well-defined budget

One of the biggest mistakes you can make is not setting a clear budget from the start. Without a budget, costs can quickly get out of hand. The best way to keep track of your expenses is to price everything up front. Explore products online and determine how much your fixtures and finishes will cost. Create a ‘must have’ list versus a ‘nice to have’ list. Get your trades and suppliers involved early and

start collecting estimates as you go. It’s much easier to make design changes before the work begins!

Neglecting to properly plan

Skipping this crucial step can lead to design and layout problems down the track. A bathroom layout that’s poorly planned will affect how the space functions and looks. Before you start selecting your vanity, tiles, fixtures, and lighting, it’s vital to plan the best possible layout for the space. If your current layout works, then keeping fixtures and fittings where they are will save you the cost of moving plumbing. However, don’t be afraid to move things around if there is a better way to use the space. It may come with additional costs, but it is always worth getting a quote.

Compromising on functionality for good looks

Always design your bathroom around how it will function, ensuring the design is the best it can be for practical day-to-day use. Then, work out the aesthetics in terms of how you want the bathroom to look and feel.

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Thanks to ASICS, CW offering a pair of GEL-NIMBUS 26, valued at $260.

Enter to win!

Overestimating your DIY skills

When it comes to bathroom renovation, it’s best to leave complex tasks like plumbing and electrical to a licensed professional. If you want to DIY, focus on tasks you can’t easily mess up, such as demolition, painting, and sourcing materials.

Rushing the process

Good design takes time. Start with a design direction. Collect images of how you’d like the space to look and feel. Research your fixtures and finishes and consider their durability and what will work for you and your family. From the tiles to the colour of the fixtures, to the vanity, everything you select must work cohesively together. If you’re finding the entire process overwhelming, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Ask for help from your trades and suppliers or engage an interior designer to help get your project back on track. A bathroom renovation is an investment, so take the time to carefully plan so you can ensure your renovation project results in a functional and beautiful space you will enjoy for years to come.

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Modern home with scenic views

Banks 66 House Circuit

Nestled in a picturesque setting, this newly renovated home boasts an inviting open-plan living space and backs onto the Banks Oval. The large living area provides an airy and light-filled atmosphere year-round, thanks to its north-facing orientation and modern finishes.

The property is ideally situated, offering scenic views of the surrounding natural greenspaces. Its proximity to Beau & Jessie Playground, local schools, and shops ensures convenience and a vibrant community lifestyle.

With its thoughtful design and prime location, this home is perfect for those seeking a blend of modern living and outdoor beauty.

Additionally, this property features a spacious kitchen equipped with quality appliances and

ample storage, making it perfect for family meals and entertaining guests. The master bedroom offers a peaceful retreat with an ensuite bathroom, while the additional bedrooms are generously sized, providing comfort for the whole family.

The outdoor area is designed for both relaxation and recreation, featuring a well-maintained garden and a covered alfresco space ideal for outdoor dining and gatherings. The double garage provides secure parking and additional storage, enhancing the property’s practicality.

This home offers a harmonious balance between modern amenities and natural beauty, making it a fantastic choice for families looking to

enjoy a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in a scenic setting.

Agent Eoin Ryan-Hicks Mob 0424 042 419

Agent James Elbas Mob 0423 715 124

12 Von Guerard Crescent, Lyneham $1,800,000 Ray White 1063 Captains Flat Road, Carwoola $1,780,000 Ray White 66 Condamine Street, Turner $1,690,000 Suburbia 8 Walker Crescent, Gri th $1,600,000 Blackshaw

Gardiner Street, Googong

Maund Place,

Gudamang Street, Ngunnawal

Ray White 53 Vagabond Crescent, McKellar $836,000 Ray White 19/43 Ijong Street, Braddon

44 Osburn Drive, MacGregor

124 Mabo Boulevard, Bonner

4/30 Bembrick Street, Gungahlin

111 Bill Ferguson Circuit, Bonner

$815,000 Luton

$807,000 The Property Collective

$805,000 Ray White

$800,000 Marq 17/131 Britten-Jones Drive, Holt

195/39 Benjamin Way, Belconnen

124/12 David Street, Turner

6 Linaria Place, Queanbeyan

5 Silvan Lane, Conder

79 Freda Gibson Circuit, Theodore

86 Spo orth Street, Holt

10/26 Macquarie Street, Barton

10/1 Goldner Circuit, Melba

8/27 Elm Way, Jerrabomberra

$791,500 Independent

$785,000 The Property Collective

$780,000 Blackshaw

$780,000 Ward

$770,000 LJ Hooker

$755,000 Edge

$750,000 Ray White

$732,000 Hive

$720,000 Belle Property

$690,000 Ray White

35 Richard Clough View, Taylor $680,000 Impact Properties

7/17 Margaret Tucker Street, Bonner

6 Kelsall Place, Spence

30 Bill Ferguson Circuit, Bonner

21/63 Jim Pike Avenue, Gordon

27 Patkin Street, Whitlam

$678,000 Blackshaw

$675,000 LJ Hooker

$675,000 The Property Collective

$670,000 Ray White

$670,000 New Door Properties

2/71 Ern Florence Crescent, Theodore $665,000 LJ Hooker

98/29 Dawes Street, Kingston $660,000 Belle Property

66/44 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Narrabundah $655,000 Home by Holly

11 Margules Crescent, Taylor $640,000 Impact Properties

2/170 Kosciuszko Avenue, Palmerston $630,000 LJ Hooker

102/59 Dooring Street, Dickson $625,000 Hive

48/16 Cornelius Street, Coombs $610,000 Hive

12/3 Winchester Place, Karabar $605,000 Marq

14/16 Gabriel Place, Florey $600,000 LJ Hooker

2/1 Anthony Rolfe Avenue, Gungahlin $590,000 Raine & Horne

103/1 Dunphy Street, Wright $581,000 The Property Collective

49/12 Avalon Court, Phillip $580,000 LJ Hooker

34C/21 Beissel Street, Belconnen $542,500 Marq

17/3 Gordon Street, City $500,000

79/12 David Street, Turner $480,000 Suburbia 6A/17 Chandler Street, Belconnen $463,000

18/32 Alex Colley Crescent, Wright $460,000

Create a new beginning only minutes from the heart of Canberra

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Welcome to a magnificent family home, impeccably maintained by its owners since its construction in 2018 by Classic Constructions. Spanning an impressive 442sqm under roofline, the home has all the high end finishes you expect to see, in a home on one of Denman’s most sort after streets – known as the “Dress Circle of Denman”.

DENMAN PROSPECT

20 Temple Terrace

5 bed 3 bath 2 car FOR SALE

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Tuesday 28 May 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Justin Ingram 0431 116 399 justin@mrktproperty.com.au

Five generous bedrooms (all will fit a king size bed)

Three separate spacious living areas

Ducted heating and cooling

Entertaining area complete with outdoor kitchen

Inground heated pool

Gymnasium with sauna

Cubby house, fire pit and large grassed area for kids

Meticulously maintained gardens with matured plants

Oversized double garage with internal access

Abundance of storage

Blackbutt hardwood flooring throughout

Security System

Expansive views

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Architecturally designed with timeless features

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A rare opportunity on a 746m2 block of land

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BEAUTIFUL OFFICE SPACE IN A PRIME LOCATION

Shop 9, 8 Beltana Road, Pialligo ACT

Located in the bustling, attractive area of Pialligo, Outdoor Pialligo is pleased to offer Unit 9, 8 Beltana Road for lease.

The Outdoor Pialligo Complex stands out as a premier destination for businesses seeking prime positioning.

The office space presents a ready-to-go environment for your business to seamlessly transition into.

Shop 9 comprises a single level detached office building with 52 sqm of Gross Lettable Area (Retail).

The tenancy features office space with a separate reception area, along with a kitchen and amenities that include a shower and 2 x split system air conditioning units. On-site parking within the complex is also available.

FOR LEASE

Inspection by appointment

Naomi Green M: 0400 834 033

office@outdoorpialligo.com.au

Available now, this modern light 2-bedroom home includes:

• Generous open plan living space opening onto balcony

• Modern kitchen with granite benchtops, user friendly appliances and dishwasher

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

• Reverse cycle air-conditioning and heating for year-round comfort

• Plenty of storage

• Internal access to garage

• Smart metering and community solar power to reduce your energy footprint, and cost of living

• Emergency buttons connected to on site staff 24 hours a day

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

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.

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.

And, let someone else do the mowing and weeding.

Display Suite open Monday to Friday. Book a private tour or join us at our Open for Inspections every Wednesday, 10am to 2pm.

Plan to downsize second half of this year in one of our brand new 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. Thoughtfully designed to ensure your peace of mind in every way.

We understand that a home transcends mere bricks and mortar. At Marigal Gardens, you’ll be part of an already thriving over 55 community, where family and friends are always welcome.

Enjoy new friends or experience the ease and comfort of living in our low maintenance homes, many offering breathtaking views, and complete with:

• Spacious open-plan living areas designed for both functionality and warmth.

• Well-equipped kitchens featuring all the modern conveniences.

• Reverse cycle air-conditioning for your comfort.

• Double glazing to protect against the weather conditions.

• A sophisticated, timeless, neutral colour palette for you to personalise.

• Internal access to a secure parking.

• 24-hour emergency assistance at your fingertips.

Choose from our remaining 2 and 3-bedroom residences at Marigal Gardens, and live life your way.

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WIN! Little Stackers gift voucher

Little Stackers introduces Australia’s first stackable, sustainable baby and toddler bottles. Founder Casey Parker, inspired by her own parenthood journey, created a product that caters to both parents and children.

The innovative design saves space with stackable cup-shaped bases, reducing plastic waste. Little Stackers aids children in transitioning from bottle to cup, offering beautiful modern colours and matte finishes.

Cut-outs in the lid keep name labels visible, and removable handles ensure ease of use. Designed to fit in cup holders, Little Stackers prioritises sustainability with toxic-free, BPA-free materials.

Stylish and functional, these bottles elevate parenting essentials while promoting eco-friendliness and reducing waste.

One lucky CW reader will win a $220 Little Stackers gift voucher.

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