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A NEW fundraising campaign from Guide Dogs Tasmania is encouraging students to dress up as their favourite superhero in September Guide Dogs Tasmania Super Schools is inviting childcares, early learning centres, primary and high schools, and community groups to register and host a superhero dress up day in September.

The funds will go towards Guide Dogs Tasmania’s own heroes, the furry four-legged kind that change the lives of Tasmanians living with low vision, disability and illness.

“It takes more than two years and costs approximately $50,000 to train a guide dog,” Guide Dogs Tasmania community fundraising coordinator Kristy Wright said.

New fundraiser supports our furry superheroes

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From left, Tiny Tackers Children’s Centre students Jack, Bille and Lily, with Guide Dogs Tasmania ambassador dog Murphy.

NEW GLENORCHY MAYOR GLENORCHY’s Acting Mayor, Bec Thomas, has been elected to the position full-time following recent counting by the Tasmanian Electoral Commission.

Alderman Thomas

received more than 47 per cent of first preference votes, and nearly 60 per cent of total votes to secure the win.

Unsuccessful Mayoral candidate, Sue Hickey, was

comfortably elected to the council as an Alderman (attracting more than 55 per cent of the vote), well ahead of other candidates Russell Yaxley and Shane Alderton.

Ms Thomas said she was humbled and thrilled with the result, and grateful for the support of the Glenorchy community.

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NEW GLENORCHY MAYOR FROM FRONT PAGE

“For me, this is the best job I could wish for, and I am delighted to be able to continue serving Glenorchy residents and businesses, now as Mayor,” she said.

“It’s been a busy few months running my campaign, but it has been a great privilege to meet and talk to so many people in this great city of ours.

“I am proud that my core message of stable, but purposeful leadership resonated with voters.

“I must acknowledge the other candidates for Mayor, Sue Hickey and Kelly Sims, as well as the candidates for Alderman, for putting their hands up too.

“It is no small commitment to run for public office and I appreciate the hard work they have put into their campaigns.

“I do recognise that Sue’s reformist campaign was noticed by voters and I look forward to Sue making a constructive contribution to council as an Alderman.

“Diverse ideas, respectfully put, are always welcome.”

Ms Thomas said she would hit the ground running with a focus on community engagement, economic growth, public

safety and transport solutions.

“There is nearly two billion dollars of development in the pipeline for Glenorchy and making that a reality will be a main focus of council,” she said.

“I’m excited about the future of Glenorchy and I am determined to do my best to get it right, for the people of Glenorchy.”

Ms Hickey congratulated Mayor Thomas on her win and said she was excited to return to local government as an Alderman.

“As a team, the council Alderman provide the strategic direction for the city council,” she said.

“This is more important than ever in preparing our city for the future.

“Maximising services without maximising rates is the biggest challenge Glenorchy is facing.

“I would like to see the investigation of resource sharing opportunities with neighbouring councils instead of the expensive duplication of service provision that is currently occurring across the border lines on a map.

“I hope I can bring some fresh ideas and utilise the skill I learnt from seven years in local government leadership to help make us all proud of the city we live in.”

Newly elected Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas.

Glenorchy community pieces it together with street artwork COUNCIL of the Ageing (COTA) Tasmania has partnered with Glenorchy City Council and Cosgrove High School for its third ‘Piecing It Together’ (PiT) two-week intergenerational street art project.

The Cooper Street artwork project was the first to be undertaken in the Glenorchy community and aimed to liven up the unassuming streetscape adjacent to a busy

commercial precinct.

Piecing it Together brought younger and older people together to learn about, design, and create street art.

Participants learnt various street art techniques under the tutelage of Jamin Kluss, an experienced, awarded and renowned Hobart artist, who had guided COTA’s previous two PiT projects in Hobart and Bellerive.

The project group

consisted of eight students from Cosgrove High School and 10 older adult members who were known as the PiT crew.

The two-week project started in late June with a three-day workshop where they learnt about street art and shared ideas to create the overall design.

Painting of the design in Cooper Street started on Tuesday 29 June and was finished a couple of days

later.

COTA Tasmania chief executive officer Sue Leitch said this new PiT project was a great opportunity to turn a dull community space into something that all could enjoy and celebrate as the community recovered from the impacts of COVID-19.

“By bringing younger and older people together to better

understand one another, this project challenged negative stereotypes and encouraged community connection,” she said.

“Participants in all three Piecing it Together projects have enjoyed working with and learning from people of different ages.

“They were pleasantly surprised by how well everyone worked together, contributing to discussions and

often having similar ideas and experiences and developing individual skills in art and communication.”

Ms Leitch said World Health Organisation’s Global Report on Ageing provided several recommendations and strategies for combating ageism.

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interventions to reduce ageism against older people,” she said.

“Importantly, such interventions also show promise for reducing ageism against younger people.”

The 2021 Piecing it Together project was supported by the Tasmanian Government, Glenorchy City Council, National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council and RACV.

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North Hobart heating up for August jazz

From left, Gus Leighton and Liam Matzolic are excited to perform at Hot August Jazz.

NORTH Hobart is getting ready to get its swing on, with the Hobart Jazz Club set to deliver its 17th annual Hot August Jazz Festival on Sunday 29 August.

More than 250 musicians in 72 bands will perform across multiple venues on the North Hobart strip.

Venues include the Uniting Church (North Hobart), Queens Head, Raincheck Lounge, Republic Bar, Willings Bros. Wine Merchants, The Crescent Hotel, Marigold Café, Capital Restaurant, Angelika Bar, Providence Café and Room for a Pony Solo acts, duos, groups,

and big bands will play throughout the day from noon across the venues, culminating at the Republic Bar at midnight.

The festival promises to deliver something for all jazz tastes, with jazz genres from traditional and mainstream through to funk and modern.

“It’s a musician’s day out and they love it, they meet up with their mates, have a drink and listen to some good music,” Hot August Jazz organiser Christine Bailey said.

“We have found over the years that we get a mob of people that come along.”

The event will be a

showcase of Tasmania’s jazz talent and is a great platform for many musicians.

It gives young musicians the opportunity to perform professionally in front of an audience while also having the chance to see the experienced players perform.

“It’s great the festival is back on this year, it’s about getting people out to fun free events and building a bit of a following for some bands that people haven’t heard before,” musician Gus Leighton said.

“We’ve got a range of musicians from younger guys to the older cats who have been playing around Hobart for ages, so it’s

giving them a chance to show what they’ve been working on and what they’ve been doing, and also giving them a chance to be seen by people and gain that following – it’s a really inclusive festival.”

Mr Leighton will perform saxophone and vocals with Uncle Gus and the Rimshots, the Gus Leighton Quartet, and the Sasha Gavlek Quartet on the day.

The event is free, with

programs available a week before the event at the venues or at www. hobartjazzclub.com.

COVID regulations will apply and information will be available in the program.

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“We’re hoping that with this campaign and many groups signing up and hosting a superhero day with a small donation from each participant that takes part, that we can raise much needed funds for guide dogs.”

Ms Wright said every school that signed up would go in the running to win a special visit from Guide Dogs Tasmania and ambassador dogs Murphy and Paris, and receive a presentation about Guide Dogs.

“We’re hoping to raise $10,000 and get about 50 groups signed up this year,” she said.

“It’s a simple concept and lots of fun, so we’re hoping this will go on to be an an-

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nual fundraising event where we get more groups involved.”

Tiny Tackers Children’s Centre in Glenorchy was one early childhood centre that had signed up for the fundraiser.

“We love to be a part of the community and want our kids to be active parts as well,” educator, room leader and assistant director Samantha Cross said.

“Our children love superheroes, so not only is it educational for them in that they’re learning about something new, but they get to do something they love too.”

To register for Guide Dogs Tasmania Super Schools, visit https://guidedogstas. grassrootz.com/super-schools.

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New GAP manager in Tasmania THE recently appointed manager of the Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP) in Tasmania, Lianne Salerno (pictured), is keen to promote the program to “everyone, everywhere”.

For example, Ms Salerno said she was looking at opportunities to take GAP into schools, prison programs and nursing homes.

“I want to make a tangible difference and have GAP in Tasmania regarded as the industry standard across Australia,” she said.

“We can currently house 27 greyhounds, but I would like to expand that at some stage.

“There is plenty of scope on the property to do that.”

Ms Salerno, who has a strong background in animal welfare and health, leadership and business management, joined GAP in April this year from Greyhound Racing Victoria where she worked as a welfare inspector and investigative steward.

Prior to this, Ms Salerno worked for many years as the animal care coordinator at the University of

Melbourne’s School of Veterinary Science.

She has also worked as an Animal Studies teacher at TAFE Victoria.

In addition, Ms Salerno served as a combat medic and veterinary nurse in the Australian Army Reserve and recently coordinated the treatment and care of injured wildlife in the Kangaroo Island bushfires.

Tasracing’s animal welfare manager Belinda

Lewis said the vision was to transform the Greyhound Adoption Program in Tasmania into a best practice rehoming organisation.

“We are reviewing and updating all of GAP’s standard operating procedures in animal care, administration, facility management and marketing,” she said.

“Some of the planned improvements include the introduction of a new behaviour modification program and new kennel

management software.

“Since November last year, Dr Adam Richardson, the Office of Racing Integrity regulatory veterinarian, has been undertaking behaviour assessments for GAP Tasmania.

“We have also had the support of a canine behaviour specialist based on the mainland, who has been reviewing video assessments and providing guidance for dogs with more challenging behaviours.”

TERRAPIN JOINS NATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS PARTNERSHIP FRAMEWORK IN its 40th anniversary year, Terrapin has joined the National Performing Arts Partnership Framework (NPAPF) to become only the second Tasmanian arts organisation to do so.

Terrapin chair Fiona Barber said joining the NPAPF was a significant acknowledgement of Terrapin’s contribution to Tasmanian cultural life and provided stability and an increase in overall funding.

“The funding will allow Terrapin to be even more ambitious in our goals and grow into the next 40 years of delivering world-class puppetry for Tasmanian, national and international audiences,” she said.

The NPAPF replaces the Major Performing Arts (MPA) Framework, which governed funding

allocated to a select number of performing arts organisations around the country.

Shaped through extensive public consultation, the NPAPF retains elements of the MPA while expanding to include eight new companies, allowing the Framework to more clearly represent artistic knowledge, activity and diversity in artform across Australia.

Terrapin artistic director Sam Routledge said being accepted into the Framework demonstrated the unique ability of Terrapin to reach and deliver contemporary art and culture to diverse audiences, particularly families and intergenerational audiences in Tasmania’s regions.

“It raises the artform of puppetry to sit alongside opera, ballet, contemporary dance, mainstage theatre and classical music in its importance to Australian culture,” he said.

“Puppetry has a compelling power in understanding and unlocking our enormous capacity for empathy.

“Terrapin reaches upwards of 15,000 Tasmanian children each year through its annual schools touring program, providing worldclass performing arts experiences to children in regional and remote locations.”

Terrapin is committed to developing and producing dynamic new Tasmanian work, providing a platform for emerging and

established local artists and a medium for touring their work nationally and internationally.

Terrapin executive producer Belinda Kelly emphasised the impact of the announcement for Tasmanian performing arts professionals.

“This should give further confidence to Tasmanians wanting to pursue a career in the performing arts that the best is yet to come from the arts and cultural output of this state,” she said.

“Our sector is growing in confidence and the work that we produce here is as unique as the place it is made in.

“Just like Tasmanian exports in other industries, the world is looking to us for what we make.”

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ART SOCIETY OF TASMANIA Art Society of Tasmania’s latest members exhibition ‘Inspired by Music’ was opened by John X on Saturday 1 May at 11am at Lady Franklin Gallery Ancanthe Park, 68 Lenah Valley Road. The exhibition continues until Sunday 30 May and is open every weekend from 11am to 4pm.

ATHLETICS FOR MASTERS Cross-country and road running for the over 30s from April to September within COVID-19 restrictions. For more information, visit www.tasmastersathletics.org. au, phone 0402 314 079, or email tasmasterssec@gmail.com.

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BEREAVED PARENTS’ SUPPORT GROUP Our free group is run by a bereaved mother and is open to people who have lost a child at any age, for any cause and regardless of whether the loss was recent or not. Grandparents and adult siblings are eligible too.

The evening meetings are in the McDougall building in Ellerslie Road, Battery point on the second Tuesday of every second month at 7:30pm. Social gatherings occur in the months in between on a Sunday afternoon. Freecall 1300 064 068 for dates and details.

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CLAREMONT COMMUNITY LIBRARY The Claremont Community Library reopened its doors in July 2020 after being closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. The Claremont Community Library is located at the Claremont Memorial Hall on the corner of Main Road and Bilton Street, Claremont, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 11am to 1pm. For more information, phone 0422 939 024.

CLAREMONT GARDEN CLUB Meets third Monday of each month at the Lady Clark Recreation Hall at Waldron Street, Claremont (first turn on the left off Box Hill Road). Meetings begin at 7pm with trade table of plants, guest speakers and supper. Organised monthly activities, new members welcome. Phone 0417 387 781.

COMBINED PROBUS CLUB OF CLAREMONT INC This social club welcomes active retirees seeking friendship, fellowship and fun. It meets on the first Monday of each month at Claremont RSL from 10am until approximately noon. The session comprises a short business meeting, followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Activities are at the suggestion of members. A lunch outing is organised on the second Sunday of each month.

Annual subscription is now $20, meeting day $3. Contact secretary on 6118 2376.

CRAFT AND CUPPA Come and join us for a craft session commencing Friday 12

January 2021 at 10am to 12 noon and each fortnight following, at Montrose Presbyterian Church Hall, 2 Islington Road, Montrose.

Bring some craft to work on or just come and chat. There is no cost and there is plenty of parking. For more information, phone Marj on 0447 698 307 or Dorothy on 6273 9553.

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DANCING Join Boots and All (a Bucaan Community House program) on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Tolosa Hall (148 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy) for Line Dancing. Both days, Basic Beginners 10-11am ($3, new dancers welcome). Thursdays, Beginners Plus 11am-noon ($4). The emphasis is on having fun. Drop ins okay. For more information, phone Laura on 0448 007 751.

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GENTLE SQUASH FOR SENIORS An aerobic fitness program designed for over 55s to improve hand-eye coordination, reflect, health and wellbeing in a friendly environment. Equipment provided.

First session free, $6 a session.

Afternoon tea provided. Every Friday from 1:30 to 3pm at Eastside Squash, 69 Cambridge Road, Bellerive. For more information, phone John on 6244 6539.

GLENORCHY PROBUS CLUB COMBINED Meets at the Glenorchy Football Club on the first Tuesday of the month. Meeting starts at 10am followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Lunch follows at a local venue. Other outings/ functions are monthly. We welcome all enquiries at 0419 326 707.

GLENORCHY RODMAN BOWLS CLUB Barefoot bowls every Wednesday night from 5pm starting from 21 October. $5 a head which includes a sausage sizzle and cheap drinks.

Bring your mates or come solo.

Teams of four can be made up on the night. It’s a great night out where you get make new friends and whoop it up a bit. Many great players over the years started out simply by coming along and playing this great game of ours. For more information, phone the club on 6273 2293.

GLENORCHY STAMP CLUB Meets first Tuesday of each month (excluding January) at 6:30pm at the Glenorchy Library meeting rooms, 4 Terry Street.

Established in 1965, this club gives an opportunity to discuss, swap, buy and sell stamps. For more information, phone Frank Catania on 0488 439 498.

GOLDEN YEARS CLUB The Golden Years Club is located at 314 Main Road Glenorchy and offers a number of activities.

Monday: Bingo from 12:30pm to 3pm. Tuesday: Exercises from 10am to 12pm, lunch from 12pm

to 1pm, and bowls from 1pm to 3pm. Wednesday: Shoot and shuffle from 10am to 12pm.

Friday: 500 cards from 10am to 12pm, and crib from 1pm to 3pm.

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HOBART MINIATURE STEAM LOCOMOTIVE SOCIETY (HMSLS) Located at Flagstaff Gully, the HMSLS operates a miniature railway. They cater for people with a passion for railways or an interest in any aspect of model engineering. You don’t need to be an accomplished engineer. New members are always welcome.

For more information, visit www. hmsls.com

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HOBART VINTAGE MACHINERY SOCIETY Are you interested in collecting and working on vintage machinery and memorabilia? The Hobart Vintage Machinery Society meets every Wednesday between 9am and 2pm at the red building behind the Main Grandstand of the Hobart Showgrounds. For more information, contact Phil on 0400 428 326.

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MOONAH LADIES PROBUS CLUB Meets first Monday of the month at Rodman Bowls Club rooms, Glenorchy. Meeting starts 10am followed by morning tea and guest speaker. Finishes 12noon. Monthly bus trips and dining out days.

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NEW TOWN CROQUET CLUB Come and try croquet at 3 St John’s Avenue, New Town.

Entrance from Creek Road, behind the basketball courts. Please contact New Town Croquet Club secretary Lizzie Bassett on 0409 799 462 for more information. All very welcome. Flat shoes needed, equipment provided.

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PETANQUE CLUB CLAREMONT Held at the Cadbury Recreation Grounds every Wednesday at 12:30pm. Come along and give it a try. For more information, phone 0418 582 308.

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TAI CHI Tai Chi classes have resumed each Monday night (except public holidays) at the Golden Years Club, 314 Main Road Glenorchy. 6:00pm until 7:30pm, $7 concession, $10 employed. For enquiries, phone Bill Pearson on 0409 972 668.

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CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF EDUCATION IN CLAREMONT PAST principals and students of Holy Rosary Catholic School in Claremont gathered together to celebrate 60 years of education with a Liturgy and blessing from Archbishop Julian Porteous.

Holy Rosary opened its doors to 37 students and two staff members in two classrooms at the beginning of the 1961 school year.

Today, it has grown to 447 students and 51 staff members in 10 purpose-built buildings.

“There have been incredible changes throughout the school over the past 60 years,” Holy Rosary principal

Bernadette Brooks said.

“However, we remain as strongly connected to the parish of St Bernards as when we began in 1961.

“Our learning spaces have changed immensely over the years to allow for collaborative and flexible learning spaces.”

At the 60 year anniversary celebrations, there were history displays, a barbecue and a birthday cake.

The celebrations culminated with a 1960s themed day where all staff and students dressed up, and students played 1960s games and danced to

60s music.

Artist and parent Adam Quarrell created an amazing artwork highlighting Holy Rosary’s special connection with The Rosary, parish and the Claremont community.

The wood on which his artwork was created was donated by a current staff member, making it a truly special project to mark this significant milestone.

“It was a very special week for everyone,” Ms Brooks said.

“We are very grateful to have been able to share this wonderful event with our school and wider community.”

From left, Alison Quarrell, artist Adam Quarrell and Holy Rosary Catholic School principal Bernadette Brooks with the commemorative artwork.

From left, Holy Rosary Catholic School grade five students Jordan, Maddison, Matilda, Lilly and Hollie in their 60s fashion.

From left, Holy Rosary Catholic School grade one student Daisy, long serving staff member John Rickwood and principal Bernadette Brooks with the cake.

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Festival celebrates Pakistani culture THE Pakistani Cultural Society of Tasmania (PCST) recently hosted a festival to celebrate Ed-alAdha, with hundreds of greater Hobart residents joining in the festivities.

The festival, which was held at the Hobart City Hall on 20 July, included multicultural food, entertainment, market stalls and fun activities for kids.

Labor Member for Clark Ella Haddad attended the event and said it was a fun evening for all.

“It was so lovely to join the Pakistani Cultural Society of Tasmania for their Eid celebrations,” she said.

“The PCST is still a relatively new organisation and they are to be commended

for working so hard to not only put on a great festival that brought many multicultural communities together to celebrate Eid, but also for providing support and advocacy for Pakistani and other migrant communities through their work.”

The festival followed the Eid-al-Fitr celebrations hosted at the City Hall by the Mosque and Tasmania University Union Muslim Association two months ago, marking the end of Ramadan.

Eid-al-Adha is a religious holiday held roughly two months later, at a time when many Muslims complete the Hajj pilgrimage.

“The Eid festivals are important days on the

From left, Aimen Jafri, Labor Member for Clark Ella Haddad, Mustafa Kazmi, Meghna Raut and Adil Muhammad.

Muslim calendar and the celebrations were quite special,” Ms Haddad said.

“Especially as so many families are still separated for long periods of time

due to COVID-19.

“I thank the PCST, along with all the stall

holders and attendees for their efforts in creating the festival, and for

inviting me along to participate in the fun festivities.”

Claremont Flower Show blooms for Spring SPRING is almost here, and with it blossoms this year’s annual Claremont Daffodil, Camellia and Spring Flower Show.

Held from 4 to 5 September at the Claremont Memorial Hall, the show will host a wide range of spring flowers and unique floral art displays.

The Claremont, Lenah

Valley, Glenorchy and Derwent Valley Garden Clubs will exhibit some of their finest flowers, with categories including camellias, pot plants, Australian natives, floral art, cut flower and containers of flowers of both daffodils and non-daffodils.

Sections will be open to both gardening club mem-

bers and non-members.

The Claremont Flower Show started shortly after World War Two at Cadburys before taking a short break and returning in 1986.

This year’s event will have a focus on camellias, as well as daffodils, with people on hand to answer any questions people

might need to grow these types of flowers.

“Camellias are a slow growing tree,” camellia expert Joe Neuschwagner said.

“The big advantage of camellias is that they flower in a season when most other things aren’t flowering, so the camellia flowering season would

run from Autumn, through Winter into Spring depending on the varieties.”

Other displays will include a children’s section and a daffodil display from Glenbrook Bulbs.

A number of plant stalls will be on display and, tea and refreshments will be available across the

weekend.

The show will be open from 1pm to 5pm on Saturday 4 September and 10am to 3pm on Sunday 5 September.

General show admission will be a gold coin donation, with children under 12 free.

The show will be conducted under the COVID

rules of the Glenorchy City Council.

For more information, phone secretary Stan Walker on 0429 811 968, email stanwalker93@ gmail.com, or visit www. claremontflowergrp.wixsite.com/claremont or the ‘Claremont Flower Show Group’ Facebook page.

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Hundredth low emission bus delivered to Metro Tasmania METRO Tasmania has taken delivery of its 100th low emission, fully accessible Tasmanian-built bus (no 899).

Metro chairman Tim Gardner said the bus replacement program over the past three years not only supported the revitalisation of Metro’s bus fleet, but provided new jobs and further strengthened the Tasmanian manufacturing

sector.

“Metro awarded the contract to Bustech, an Australian bus builder who joined with Tasmanian company, Elphinstone, as its Tasmanian-based manufacturing partner,” he said.

“The local production of the buses resulted in 20 new direct advanced manufacturing jobs on the north-west coast and more than 60 indirect

jobs in Tasmania.”

Mr Gardner said in 2016 Metro had one of the oldest public bus fleets in Australia.

“Metro now has one of the youngest average fleet ages of 8.1 years, well below the industry average of 12 years and almost half the average age of the fleet in 2016 before the first bus was delivered,” he said.

“Importantly, Metro’s

fleet is fully Disability Discrimination Act compliant, well ahead of the December 2022 target date set by the Act.” The 100 new buses – the first of which was delivered in 2017 – are more fuel efficient and require less maintenance than the buses they

replaced.

Metro estimates the program will reduce its carbon footprint by at least 20,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas equivalent over 20 years.

All of the new Bustech buses are air-conditioned and are low-floor meaning easier access to all of

Metro’s services especially for the mobility impaired leading to a much more modern and comfortable experience on board.

In December 2020, Metro extended its contract with Bustech for 26 additional buses to be built at the Elphinstone facility in Wynyard and

continue to support local manufacturing and local jobs.

Mr Gardner said these 26 buses were the next generation in Bustech vehicle and would have the capacity to transition from Euro-6 diesel to battery electric or hydrogen drive train.

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Brooker Inn encourages community to speak up on crime SOMETIMES an anonymous tip-off is all it takes to solve a crime.

But getting people to speak up when they see or know something can be a challenge.

The Brooker Inn is helping Crime Stoppers Tasmania tackle this dilemma by rolling out posters, coasters and table talkers to encourage its patrons to make an anonymous report when they see something suspect in their community.

Brooker Inn hotel manager Peter Stepien said the messaging had already become a talking point among staff and visitors to the venue.

“As a people-based

business, we chat with regulars every day and get to know them very quickly,” he said.

“Having the Crime Stoppers branding in our hotel definitely gets discussion going about the right way to act when you see a crime.”

Crime Stoppers chief executive officer Jane Crosswell said safer communities benefited everyone and as a key social hub, the Brooker Inn was an important and effective setting to help share this message.

“Crimes can be solved with the assistance of the community and having this support from the Brooker Inn will go a long way in making sure

the community knows when and where to report criminal activity,” she said.

“No one knows a community better than the people who live and work there, and it’s important to have a simple and accessible way to report activity that doesn’t seem right.

“Something as simple as a report on the colour or brand of clothing someone is wearing can be the very thing that helps solve the crime and ultimately keep Tasmanian communities safe.

“You can make a report anonymously, and we encourage people if they see something unusual, to speak up but stay secret.”

From left, Crime Stoppers Tasmania chief executive officer Jane Crosswell, Brooker Inn hotel manager Peter Stepien and Crime Stoppers Tasmania chair David Daniels.

Salvos serve up soup THE charitable work of the Salvation Army in Tasmania has been well recognised throughout Tasmania – even more so during the cold Tasmanian Winter months.

The Community Meals Program is one service they offer, which involves the preparation and distribution of meals to those in need in the community.

The Salvation Army Glenorchy Corps serves lunches three days a week to those in the community who are struggling or just lonely.

Currently, they provide around 30 to 40 meals per day to members of the Glenorchy community on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

“Last year during COVID-19, the Salvation Army Glenorchy Corps continued to provide the meals to the community, but in a takeaway capacity only,” Salvation Army

Glenorchy Corps officer Captain Jeff Milkins said.

“Due to the continued COVID-19 restrictions, most notably the density requirement, the seating capacity of our eating areas has been halved.

“The decision was made to maintain the meals as takeaway only until the restrictions are lifted.

“As such, an additional cost has been incurred for the takeaway containers, and this has also increased the overall cost of the meal program significantly, so any donations are welcome.”

Local Liberal Member for Clark Elise Archer said the services provided by the Salvation Army Glenorchy Corps and its army of volunteers was essential for the community.

“During my last visit, I had the opportunity to hear how the operation adjusted during the COVID-19 pandemic

and the significant impact on their important Community Meals Program, as well as spend time listening to the concerns of those who depend on the centre,” she said.

As a former chair of the Red Shiel Appeal for the area and a volunteer, Ms Archer said she wanted to contribute to Salvos further.

“Salvation Army volunteer Jennifer Pritchett reached out to my office for support for the program and it was my great pleasure to donate a much needed soup crockpot and frypan to assist with the preparation of hot soup and meals during the Winter months,” she said.

“I encourage you all to please support the Community Meals Program and donate your excess vegetables you might grow or other food items to continue the compassionate assistance

work of the Salvation Army in our local community.

“The staff and volunteers at the Salvation Army do a magnificent job by continuing to support our community when they need it most.”

The Salvation Army is well recognised for its Red Shield Appeal and Salvos stores and opshops, but it also provides a large array of spiritual and social support services throughout Tasmania.

This includes emergency relief such as accommodation, meals and clothing, chaplaincy services, drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs, and youth support services.

Additional services include aged care services, disaster recovery and emergency services, and Employment Plus supporting job seekers.

From left, Local Liberal Member for Clark Elise Archer, Salvation Army Glenorchy City Corps officer Captain Jeff Milkins and volunteer Jennifer Pritchett.

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Sleep Out reaches new heights

The Salvation Army Hobart public relations officer Major Brad Watson on the suspended ledge from the Hotel Grand Chancellor that will be used for the 2021 Salvos Sleep Out.

THE Salvos Sleep Out for 2021 is reaching new heights as three participants prepare to spend the night sleeping suspended from the side of the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart to raise attention and support for Tasmanians experiencing homelessness.

The annual Salvos Sleep Out has a fundraising goal of $60,000, which will help

people experiencing homelessness by keeping Hobart’s Street 2 Home Outreach Program running for another year.

“It’s a critical fundraiser because it helps us keep assertive outreach workers in the street and in the parks of Hobart, helping people connect to services while they’re experiencing homelessness,” The Salvation Army Hobart

public relations officer Brad Watson said.

“Quite often people are disconnected from the supports they need, and in our current housing climate where so many people are homeless, it’s just that support that enables them to build a relationship, feel secure and safe, and then get to the services that are going to help them secure longterm housing.”

In its 11th year, the

Sleep Out will be held on 12 August and will take place at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart with additional event hubs in Glenorchy and Kingston.

Last year, Spidertech managing director Haig Rice slept suspended off the side of the Grand Chancellor.

This year, three people will have the opportunity to spend the night on a lightweight platform suspended from level 12.

“People will be sleeping in a harness, and they’ll have a safety line attached to them at all times so there’s no possibility of them falling to the ground,” Mr Rice said.

“I slept in one last year and it’s a long night, you certainly feel like you’re out in the atmosphere.”

Long term event supporter, Woolworths Shared Financial Services, has locked in one of

the suspended spots and will be represented by finance and services manager Rob Fellowes.

“It is certainly a cause we’re really passionate about here in Tassie given the conditions, it’s a tough environment to be homeless and it’s a complex issue that we hopefully can play a small role in improving,” Mr Fellowes said.

“It’s about the conversations, it’s about

the networking, it’s about building awareness, and the more awareness, the more conversations we’re having to support the cause.”

For more information about the Salvos Sleep Out, register for the event, support a participant, or tune into the live broadcast of the panel discussion on the night, visit https://salvossleepout. salvationarmy.org.au/.

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Celebrating Archie’s legacy

From left, Maison, Hayley and Damien Green will celebrate son Archie’s legacy on 8 August with Archie’s 100.

THE legacy of Archie Green will be honoured in early August with Archie’s 100, which will be 100 minutes of exercise, followed by a family, funfilled afternoon of entertainment.

Archie tragically passed away in a boating accident in February 2020 at the age of seven.

Due to the phenomenal treatment Archie received from emergency rescue personnel and hospital staff, the Green family were able to spend more time with him.

Out of this tragedy, Archie became an organ donor and was able to save the lives of five people.

Parents Damien and Hayley Green established Archie’s 100 to raise funds and awareness for the emergency service workers who dedicated their lives to save others, including workers from Donate Life, 000 Operations and Tasmania Ambulance Service, Westpac Rescue Helicopter, Royal Hobart Hospital Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood.

“We’re trying to make a difference and honour his legacy through raising awareness on organ donation, and we also wanted to acknowledge the emergency services and all the people who helped with Archie’s care,” Mr Green said.

“Archie was a wonderful little kid, he loved life, he loved his friends and he loved playing with toys.

“He loved his family, he loved his cousins and he loved his little brother more than anything.”

Mr Green said he wanted to celebrate Archie’s life and acknowledge what was important to him.

“Archie used to count all the time and we used to have counting sessions in the car up to 100, which he was really good at, so that’s where the 100 name comes from,” he said.

“It’s about having some fun and doing some exercise for the day, and then after that it’s a celebration.

“We want to celebrate Archie’s life, we want to project his legacy out to

the world, we want to shout his name from the rooftops.”

Donate Life state medical director Dr Andrew Turner said organ donation was a rare event, with there only being about 460 donors in Australia last year.

“This fundraiser is a way to promote that families need to have a discussion with each other about their thoughts on organ donation and putting themselves on the Australian Organ Donor Registration,” he said.

“There are about 1,700 people on the waiting list for organ donation and 1,200 people on dialysis.

“Archie has transformed the lives of five young Australians – he’s given them a second chance at life.”

Speak Up! Stay ChatTY founder Mitch McPherson said they aimed to raise $20,000 from the first Archie’s 100.

“All funds raised will go towards the best equipment, research or patient care at the Royal’s Neonatal and

Paediatric Intensive Care Unit,” Mr McPherson said.

“This will allow ICU to purchase additional equipment that will go on to assist other families who may be seeking critical treatment – an initiative that we know Archie would be incredibly proud of.”

Archie’s 100 will be held at Cornelian Bay from 10am on Sunday 8 August.

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New multi-year arts project celebrates Tasmanian spirit on screen WIDE Angle Tasmania has launched a major arts project called GRIT with the support of the Tasmanian Community Fund, showcasing the resilience of the Tasmanian community in rebuilding from COVID-19.

There are three major stages to the project, with the first being a callout for stories from around the state which speak to the nation of GRIT. “We are encouraging organisations around the state to engage with their communities and assist people to share their personal text, photo and video stories of GRIT,” Wide Angle executive director Abi Binning said.

“Stories may be about themselves, a friend, colleague or family member.

“The online collection aims to celebrate courage, strength and tenacity, and mirror back

to us all the resilience of our people.

“We invite organisations and their communities to share in this fun, no-cost, accessible project that can run for one session or become a much larger scale project.

“GRIT will showcase the experiences, talents and strengths that exist within a community organisation to the broader Tasmanian community.

“The project offers a context to discuss resilience within communities that can then be used in their ongoing communication.”

Impact producer Catherine Pettman said it was easy to get involved.

“We hope people will be inspired to have fun and be creative in telling their personal stories,” she said.

“They can make a short video, send in a photo with a caption or write a story and

have their contribution published online.

“The collection will be publicly accessible on the GRIT Gallery which is moderated by Wide Angle.”

The GRIT Gallery is now open for people of all ages to share their stories of GRIT. Tasmanian Community Fund Chair Sally Darke said the GRIT program was a fine example of the sector building capacity and knowledge to make more effective change for the future.

“We commend Wide Angle for their vision for this project, as it will help improve the wellbeing of Tasmanians and build community resilience,” she said.

“We are looking forward to seeing the stories of resilience that will be shared and the impact they will have on the Tasmanian community.”

Hobart exchanges culture and language A NEW Hobart based group is connecting people from different cultural backgrounds and hosting fun social events to encourage friendships and promote sharing of culture and language.

‘Guess my accent – Hobart Language Exchange’ is a volunteer led group that hosts social events fortnightly on Wednesdays at different greater Hobart venues.

Labor Member for Clark Ella Haddad recently met up with the organisers of the group and said it was clear their hard work, passion and dedication had paid off.

“Jane Zitter, and Thais and Eveline Souza are three awesome young women who have settled in Hobart after moving here from Brazil,” she said.

“When they moved to Hobart and made friends, they noted there was nothing like this kind of social group on offer

From left, Thais Sousa, Labor Member for Clark Ella Haddad, Jane Zitter and Eveline Souza.

here and teamed up to create what it is today,” Ms Haddad said.

“The group meets up in pubs around Hobart fortnightly to have fun, meet new people and share conversations in languages from all around the globe.”

Ms Haddad said the main goal of the group was to provide a fun, safe, social space for people from all cultures to connect with each other as well as practice

and develop their language skills.

She said everyone was welcome to attend the fortnightly get-togethers including locals, long term migrants, recent arrivals and everyone in between.

“This group is all about people from around the world connecting, enjoying language and culture and importantly – having fun,” she said.

“Moving to a new

country can be really daunting and isolating.

“This is one group that is making a real difference to help connect people and break down barriers.

“I encourage people who may be interested in going along to find the group on Facebook, they are always on the lookout for new members.”

For more information, visit the Guess my accent – Hobart Language Exchange Facebook page.

Dads get their dance step on FOR the first time ever, several dads have put on their fish net stockings and dance shoes to compete in the Southern Dance Eisteddfod.

The House of Dance dads took on their daughters, sons, granddaughters and grandsons, as well as the rest of the competition in the Open Song and Dance category, performing the Time Warp from the Rocky Horror Show.

House of Dance dads organiser and dancer John Xintavelonis (John X) said the group was formed to create a stronger bond with their children.

“Dance is such a female-mum dominated industry, with dads mainly doing a drop-off from time to time or coming to a concert to watch their daughters dance,” he said.

“The idea was to show the dads how much time and effort goes into creat-

ing a routine.

“What has been outstanding has been that it’s a joyous thing for the kids to see their dads doing what they do.”

While many of the dads had no dance experience, John X said they rehearsed for seven weeks before the eisteddfod to learn the dance routines.

“The rule was we rehearsed for an hour and then we go next door to the pub for a debrief – that seemed to encourage them,” he said.

“The kids gave their dads not only dance tips and helped with rehearsing, but also fashion tips.

“Our chat group was full of dads wanting tips for hair, costumes, shoes and makeup – and what we will perform next year.”

The House of Dance dads had a great time on the stage in front of 1,600 people at Wrest

Point Casino during the eisteddfod.

“This was the first time I had done something like this with the other dads from the dance school, and it was a lot of fun to have a bit of a laugh with the other dads,” House of Dance dad Vince Taskunas said.

“I’ve now seen firsthand how hard the dancers work, the hours our young daughters, sons, granddaughters and grandsons have put in, especially when it comes to learning the steps and choreography.”

House of Dance dad Viv Xiao said he learnt a lot of new skills.

“I felt like I needed to do something to get out of my comfort zone, so I decided to jump into this dance group,” he said.

“For me to learn something new and how it works, there’s nothing more satisfying.”

Back row from left, John Xintavelonis, Georgina Taskunas, Vince Taskunas, Lucy Taskunas and Viv Xiao, with front from left, Calliope Xintavelonis, Evan Hickey, Ivy Jackson, Valencia Xiao and Valencia Xiao.

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GLENORCHY LIONS RECOGNISES THE EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE IN THE COMMUNITY WHILE the local Lions Club is often associated with a fundraising barbecue, there’s more to Lions than a sausage in bread at Bunnings.

Lions Clubs are one of Australia’s largest community service providers and are involved in a diverse range of initiatives across our communities.

In the City of Glenorchy, there isn’t an event where a member of the Glenorchy Lions Club isn’t on hand to lend their support to the community.

In celebration of its members, the Lions Club of Glenorchy recently hosted a changeover luncheon, an annual event to recognise special Glenorchy Lions members for their ongoing commitment and work for the Lions movement.

Lions dignitaries from across the state, along with Parliamentarians and senior members of the community were in attendance to congratulate Jenny Pritchett, recipient

of the James D Richardson Honour Award, and Korrena Wall who was honoured with the PDG Jack Allen Memorial Lion of the Year Award.

John Radcliffe OAM also received the Melvin Jones Fellowship.

Named after the man credited with starting the Lions movement, the Melvin Jones Fellowship is a highly prestigious award, recognising exceptional humanity and tremendous contribution within a community.

“It was an honour to attend the City of Glenorchy Lions Club changeover luncheon to celebrate club members who work selflessly to make our community a better place to be,” Member for Elwick Josh Willie said.

“I extend my congratulations to all the incoming board members, Jenny, Korrena and to John Radcliffe OAM on being awarded the Melvin Jones Fellowship.”

Bringing kind-hearted people together to serve their communities is what the Lions are all about.

The secretary of the Glenorchy Lions, Jenny Pritchett, said being a Lion was about leading by example, building relationships, improving community through kindness, joining together and acting to making a community a better place to be.

“While our members remain committed to serving the Glenorchy community, we will always welcome anyone who would like to be involved,” she said.

“Please reach out to us if you’d like to join a fulfilling and rewarding organisation and give back to the people of Glenorchy.

“It’s a benefit for everyone involved and as a result, everyone’s life is improved.”

For more information, visit https://glenorchycity. tas.lions.org.au/ or the Glenorchy City Lions Club Facebook page.

From left, president of the Legislative Council Craig Farrell, Glenorchy Lions Club secretary Jennifer Pritchett, John Radcliffe OAM, Korrena Wall and Member for Elwick Josh Willie.

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YOUR COVID SAFETY KIT

By Dr Scott McKeown Deputy Director of Public Health, Department of Health, Tasmania

Tasmanians TASMANIANS have been keeping on top of COVID, but we must remain aware of the ongoing threat.

Other Australian states and territories have had to respond to recent new COVID-19 cases in their communities, showing how quickly things can change.

These responses include requiring the community to take extra precautions,

such as wearing face masks, to protect themselves and others around them..

By having a few items ready you can be prepared if further community restrictions are introduced in Tasmania to respond to cases in the community.

The items in the kit can play an important role in daily life right now to help keep you safe.

This means that the best time to prepare and start using your COVID safety kit is now.

In addition to our COV-

ID safe behaviours, having a COVID safety kit ready will help us continue to keep on top of COVID in Tasmania.

There are four items each of us should have in a COVID safety kit.

Face masks Keep some masks at home and one with you – ,e.g. you may like to keep one in your bag or with you at work.

Face masks are mandatory (for all people aged 12 or older) at Tasmanian airports and on board all aircraft (including scenic flights).

They are also required at the Spirit of Tasmania terminal and on board the boat.

Masks may become mandatory in other public settings as part of community restrictions.

If you haven’t worn a mask before, get familiar with how to wear a mask now so that you are prepared.

A face mask should be worn over both your nose and mouth.

Tissues Keep tissues at home and in other places you spend a lot time.

Small tissue packets are great for carrying in your pocket or bag.

Cover all coughs and sneezes and with a clean tissue.

Dispose of used tissues in the bin straight after you use them, and wash your hands well with soap and warm running water (or use hand sanitiser if you don’t have soap and water).

Hand sanitiser Keep hand sanitiser with you when possible, as well asand some at home.

Use it regularly on your hands when you don’t

have access to soap and warm water to wash them.

A small bottle of hand sanitiser in your pocket or backpack is handy for many situations such as using public transport or when picking up a snack on your lunchbreak.

It’s also useful to have some at home should anyone in your household ever need to quarantine.

Check in TAS app Check in by using the Check in TAS app when you visit most businesses, venues and events.

Checking in is impor-

tant so that contact tracers can quickly identify and contact impacted locations and people if there is a case in the community.

Checking in is compulsory so be prepared and download the app to your phone.

When you arrive at a location with a QR code displayed, simply scan the code to record your visit.

If you don’t have a smartphone, another person in your group can check you in via their app, or staff at the premises can check you in.

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A few basic items can help reduce your COVID risk every day and ensure you’re prepared if local cases occur or new community safety measures are introduced.

Tasmanians are keeping on top of COVID, but things can change at any time. Stay prepared.

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Tissues to cover coughs and sneezes

Hand sanitiser with you and soap at home

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New website to better connect Tasmanians with local community services and support

From left, Strong Families, Safe Kids Advice and Referral Line NGO manager Rachel hales, CatholicCare Tasmania business systems and development general manager David Sakko, Anglicare Tasmania housing and community services contract compliance and business development manager Marnie Bower, Mission Australia Tasmania regional leader Jurek Stopczynski, TasCOSS FindHelpTAS project officer Leah Cleary, TasCOSS community sector development manager Simone Zell, Hobart City Mission chief executive officer John Stubley, The Salvation Army Tasmania public relations officer Major Brad Watson, Colony 47 housing solutions practice manager Bella Fountain, Relationships Australia Tasmania chief executive officer Michael Kelly, Uniting Tasmania executive officer Jeremy Pettet, and TasCOSS chief executive officer Adrienne Picone.

A PARTNERSHIP of community services organisations have banded together to launch Tasmania’s most up-to-date and comprehensive online community service directory.

The new FindHelpTas website provides a central, free, online directory of services that support the health and wellbeing of Tasmania’s communities, offering the ability to search for services ranging from

LGBTIQ+ specialist services to emergency accommodation through to drug rehabilitation support and family violence counselling.

Hobart City Mission chief executive officer John Stubley said the

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We will continue to provide healthcare for the previous patients of Tasmanian Eye Clinics, including patients of Dr Wise.

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pandemic really proved how vital it was that Tasmanians could easily find the community services they needed, and access them in a way that suited them.

“Over the past 12 months, the industry and our partners sought information on emergency relief services and food relief in growing numbers,” he said.

“This has resulted in many new linkages and collaborations being forged.”

“FindHelpTAS is

for everyone – from individuals and carers through to community service providers and GPs – and features service listings from 400 community service organisations across the state with the database of services growing every day.

“It’s important that we have all the incredible support options available in this state in one place.

“FindHelpTAS’s new website includes better search filters and more than 900 up-to-date

services listings.”

TasCOSS chief executive officer Adrienne Picone said FindHelpTAS was designed with the user in mind.

“We really focused on making the site and resources functional and easy to access so Tasmanians could find the support they need – whether it’s online, over the phone or in their local community,” she said.

“The new FindHelpTAS website has an easy-to-

navigate interface that works on any device and the ability to search in your council area, region, suburb or postcode with the handy map.

“Printed directories are also available for community members who are unable to access their information via the internet.”

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A FINANCIAL MOMENT

Family Payment Balancing Hank Jongen General Manager Services Australia IT’S that time of year again.

As the door opens to a new financial year, tax time brings with it a flurry of activity.

Many families who get Family Tax Benefit and Child Care Subsidy know Services Australia will balance family payments during this period.

However, if this is your first year getting a family payment, this may be the first time you’re hearing about ‘balancing’.

There are currently more than two million Australian families receiving Family Tax Benefit, Child Care Subsidy or both, and these payments are

balanced each financial year.

This is where we assess your estimated family income against your actual income to confirm what you were entitled to.

This is to check we paid you the right amount for your circumstances.

When we balance your payments, if we find you were paid less than you were entitled to, we’ll pay you a ‘top-up’.

If you were paid more than you were eligible for, you’ll need to pay it back.

If you’re in this situation, don’t worry – we’re here to help.

You won’t have to pay it all back at once.

Most people repay the money over time and we will work with

you to find a repayment plan that suits your circumstances.

For most families, we confirm your income when you lodge a tax return.

If you don’t need to lodge a tax return, you’ll need to let us know (even if you’ve already told the Australian Tax Office).

You can do this through your Centrelink online account through myGov or Express Plus Centrelink mobile app.

If you can’t use our online options, you can call the families line on 136 150.

It’s open Monday to Friday between 8am and 8pm.

For families receiving Family Tax Benefit, balancing commenced in mid-July after people

received their final payment for the financial year.

We’ll then start balancing Child Care Subsidy payments from mid-August.

This is because we have to wait until your childcare provider sends us your family’s final attendance record for the year.

You don’t need to call us to find out where your balancing is up to.

Once balancing has started, you can track this through the Express Plus Centrelink mobile app.

Once we’ve finished balancing your payments, we’ll write to you with the outcome.

For more information about this process, visit the Services Australia website and search “payment balancing”.

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Recognising successful exports in Glenorchy GLENORCHY exporters are being encouraged to nominate for the Australian Export Awards to be recognised for the outstanding contribution they are making to businesses and the community.

The 59th Australian Export Awards will showcase Australian export businesses succeeding across 13 categories, with the 2021

Australian Exporter of the Year chosen from the 13 category winners.

“From one person working from home to large organisations, there are exporters in Glenorchy who are successful, innovative and resilient,” Tasmanian Liberal Senator Eric Abetz said.

“Trade supports one in five Australian jobs and these awards

recognise the substantial contribution our exporters and investors make to the nation’s economy and right down to the Eastern Shore community.

“I urge Glenorchy business people to nominate for an award so we can thank you for the work that you do and the jobs you support.

“Businesses that go down the export path

typically find that new customers and clients drive profits which results in employing more people locally.”

Nominations for the awards opened on 1 July and close on 6 August.

Winners will be announced in November.

For more information, including the full list of categories and details about how to apply, visit exportawards.gov.au.

A PAW UP FOR AUTISM ASSISTANCE DOGS

Colony 47 recognises positive community outcomes TO recognise and celebrate its achievements in the community for 2020, Colony 47 held a stakeholder event at MONA in July.

Colony 47 is well recognised in the community for its commitment to creating positive change by addressing the barriers to housing, education and employment that are faced by people.

“The event was an opportunity for Colony 47 to celebrate achievements throughout last year, to thank the community for their support over the past 12 months and to find out a little more about our focus and direction in the year ahead,” Colony 47 chief executive officer Danny Sutton said.

Attorney-General Elise Archer attended the event and received a certificate in recognition of the Tasmanian Government’s work throughout COVID-19, particularly in relation to rent relief and rental protections.

“I was delighted to attend the Colony 47 stakeholder event at MONA recently to celebrate achievements throughout the year, and it was a wonderful surprise to receive a certificate in recognition of our Government’s work throughout COVID-19 in my portfolio area that provided emergency rent relief and rental protections,” Ms Archer said.

From left, Attorney-General Elise Archer with Colony 47 Housing Solutions Practice manager Bella Fountain.

More than $4.2 million in financial assistance has been provided to residential tenants and landlords through the Tasmanian Government’s COVID-19 financial support package.

“Tasmania was the first state in the country to introduce legislative protections to support tenants affected by the pandemic, and we have provided one of the most generous financial support packages in the country for tenants and landlords,” Ms Archer said.

The COVID-19 Rent Relief Fund, established in May 2020, was extended to five rounds and has provided $2.67 million to support 1,210 tenants, while the COVID-19 Landlord Support Fund, established in September 2020, was

extended to four rounds and has provided $1.57 million to 995 landlords.

To provide tenants and landlords with support to transition back to pre-COVID-19 legislative arrangements, both of the support funds were extended until 30 June 2021.

“This is a great result and has been vital in helping tenants stay in their homes, while also reducing and often eliminating the rental arrears for those affected by COVID-19,” Ms Archer said.

“I thank my Departmental staff for their hard work and dedication, and for providing extensive advice and support to tenants and landlords during the pandemic, and in administering the funds.”

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From left, Tassielink Transit managing director Shane Dewsbery, Tasmanian Bus Association general manager Geoff Lewis and Guide Dogs Tasmania program manger Kim Ryan, with Zazu the Autism Assistance Dog.

GUIDE Dogs Tasmania’s Autism Assistance Dog (AAD) program has received a helping paw in the form of a funding boost from the Tasmanian Bus Association (TasBus).

Through TasBus’ annual fundraiser, which raises money to go towards a charity that supports children in Tasmania, $16,927 was raised for the program.

“The money raised will go to the Guide Dogs Association for their Autism Assistance Dogs program to help children with autism be able to better assimilate into their families and the community,” Tasmanian Bus Association general

manager Geoff Lewis said.

“We raised the money at our annual conference where we had a dinner, an auction and raffle, with the sponsors of the auction being suppliers of TasBus.” Guide Dogs Tasmania program manager Kim Ryan said as part of the program, eligible participants would receive a dog “The dogs promote confidence, independence and inclusion, and it’s enabling children to have a dog of their own so they have the confidence to go out and have a safety net,” she said.

Benefits of an AAD

include assisting with early intervention training for independence and methods to reduce levels of stress and distress.

They also encourage a child to participate in social activities and interact with other people.

“We’re really appreciative of the support so we can grow the program and provide more dogs for Tasmanians,” Ms Ryan said.

“The funds will enable us to purchase more pups to come on to the program to train for these children, as well as much needed equipment and support to place more dogs out in the community.”

Eligibility criteria

for an AAD includes being aged between three and eight years old, having a confirmed diagnosis of autism, a severe impairment in functioning, and limited social interaction ability.

“Children with autism are very isolated from their peers, but a dog can help a lot with that,” Ms Ryan said.

“Having a four-legged best friend by their side can keep them calm and often boost their confidence.”

For more information, phone 6232 1222, email info@ guidedogstas.com. au, or visit https:// guidedogstas.com.au/ ourservices/aad/.

Excessive smoke can build up and linger in the air around our homes and neighbourhoods. This may cause a nuisance for neighbours and in some cases may cause significant health problems to Tasmanians with existing conditions such as asthma.

Simple tips to reduce smoke: • Always burn with a flame - don’t let your fire smoulder • After reloading, open the air control and burn your fire on high for 20 minutes, especially before going to bed • Only burn dry, seasoned wood • Ensure your flue is clean

For more information: www.epa.tas.gov.au

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Pet Talk Community News

PET OF THE MONTH WINNER Sponsored by Claremont Veterinary Surgery

Embark on a new expedition The Dog Grumbler WE are preparing to embark on a new expedition.

The air is electric with excitement at the prospect of new discoveries and expanding knowledge.

Each team member has skills, duties, specialities.

Each will pursue his or her own lines of enquiry, collecting new data to be collated later.

We will research wildlife, monitor the travels of other explorers, and study the movements and habits of the natives.

We will work closely together and coordinate our progress to maximise efficiency.

If one member makes a discovery of significance, all will stop what they are doing and concentrate their

research there until satisfied that enough has been learned, or the expedition is moving on.

That’s where I come in.

I hold the distinction of being team leader.

I decide where we go, when we go, how we go.

It’s a big responsibility and a humbling distinction.

I have the trust of a talented and intrepid team who respond to my leadership without question.

It’s a job I take some pride in.

I’ve earned it through previous successful explorations — shorter and simpler at first, incrementally building trust and confidence as we safely bring home new knowledge, experience and insights.

Whatever we encounter, whatever new discoveries we make, we will be bonded by the

shared experience.

Mindful of each member’s field of interest, I will strike out along the boundaries of popular traffic — out on the edge where exotic wayfarers will have left evidence of their transit, perhaps while we slept.

I will choose a location to rest.

The team will scan the area, establish a perimeter and settle down to review the expedition so far.

Our stillness and silence may encourage local life to continue unperturbed.

A movement or sound may pierce the calm and the team will stir, perhaps send a scout to investigate.

When the time is right, I will signal and we will strike out again, refreshed and focused on the job at hand.

We will cover some

old ground on the expedition, but as part of my contribution I will make sure we arrive by a different route because each of my teammates is putting together a map of the world as they know it, using skills I lack.

Each will benefit from cross-referencing existing knowledge with new data, and we will return home tired, satisfied and laden with new experience and information.

Their work ethic is inspiring.

Watching their sustained focus on the expedition will have worn me out.

Much sleep and restoration will be necessary for all.

It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it.

And lots of dogs have to just sit in a backyard all day.

Lulu is a loving tabby adopted from Ten Lives. She is an indoor cat to keep herself and the local wildlife safe, but loves to go for walks in her harness (especially when a treat is involved)! She and her brother are clicker trained and will sit and beg on command—yes you can train cats!

To enter your pet in next month’s Pet of the Month competition please email a photo and a few words about your pet to Louise at: advertising@glenorchygazette.com.au All entries will be shared on our Facebook page and the winner will be the entrant with the most “likes” at the end of voting. The winning entry will feature in next month’s Glenorchy Gazette and will win a Claremont Veterinary Surgery $50 voucher!

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DEFENCE AND VETERAN SERVICES SHOW SUPPORTS TASMANIAN FAMILIES DEFENCE and servicerelated organisations came together at a RSL Tasmania hosted event to make available the support services that assist veterans and their families.

The Defence and Veteran Services Show was held on Tuesday

29 June at the North Hobart Football Club Social room, and was a one-stop show for information on advocacy, health, employment, housing, wellness and family support services.

RSL Tasmania acting state president Barry Quinn said the show

was a great opportunity to learn more about the organisations that provided assistance to veterans and their families.

“Veterans’ welfare is at the heart of everything RSL Tasmania does, and we are proud to work alongside other

organisations to assist veterans and their families with a vast array of supporting services,” RSL Tasmania acting state president Barry Quinn said.

The free event included giveaways, lucky door prizes and guest speakers from the sector.

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Let’s talk, Glenorchy Dog Management Policy Review We’re reviewing our Dog Management Policy, and we want you to help us!

We’re inviting the community to be involved in the project by giving us feedback in the following ways: • Online at letstalk.gcc.tas.gov.au • By email to gccmail@gcc.tas.gov.au • In person at Council Chambers, 374 Main Rd, Glenorchy • Nominating to join our Targeted Reference Group at letstalk.gcc.tas.gov.au or in person at Council Chambers.

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YOUTH dance company DRILL is premiering its major production, ‘Leviathan’, at the Theatre Royal’s studio theatre in August.

Leviathan will be performed by a united DRILL company, assembling both junior and senior company members to create a relentless, reflective and powerful work that puts front and centre the voices, bodies, concerns and curiosities of today’s youth.

At DRILL, young people learn skills in choreography, communication and collaboration through creating their own new movement, supported by professional choreographers.

The dancers range in age from nine through to 25, with DRILL having a strong commitment to, and focus on, the wellbeing of each young person they engage with.

Artistic director Isabella Stone said she was looking forward to delivering the live performance after the original scheduled performances were postponed due to COVID-19.

“It’s an exciting achievement for the company to present work at the Theatre Royal – for some of the cast members, it is the first time they’ve taken part in a major dance production and will also be the first time they’ve performed in a theatre,” she said.

“It’s huge work with all company members present in the space for the entire duration of the performance.

“It’s been beautiful watching the ideas and reflections about their future’s unfold, shared in conversation then manifested in their bodies and movement.

“It begins slowly, but builds momentum

crossing through strange, imagined landscapes and sensitive territories with playful, honest and raw performances.

DRILL dancers have also been working with choreographers Angela Barnard and Bethany Reece.

Ms Barnard has worked with DRILL for many years, including choreographing for senior company production ‘Neon’ in 2019 and junior company show ‘Change’ in 2020.

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Ms Reece has returned to Tasmania after studying at the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts and working with LINK Dance Company in 2019.

DRILL has also been collaborating with emerging composer Jonathan Dieckfoss, who has been developing an original score for the performance.

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DRILL rehearsing Leviathan. Photo credit: Gracie-Lee Thorpe.

having produced a short film, also called ‘Leviathan’, based on the material that was developed for the show, presented ‘By George and All of Us’ in the Burning Desires Festival, and performed a season of ‘Change’by the junior company at the Moonah Arts Centre.

Leviathan will be performed at the Theatre Royal from 26 to 28 August.

To purchase tickets, visit www.theatreroyal. com.au.

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Strike for Tasmania Minister for Hospitality and Events Sarah Courtney at Zone Bowling Moonah with young female Tasmanian tenpin bowlers.

TASMANIA has hit a strike, with Zone Bowling in Moonah playing host to the 59th Tenpin Bowling National Championships.

The competition includes five major events which started on 19 July and will finish on 15 August.

It is the first time since 2006 that the National

Championships has been hosted in Tasmania, and only the fourth time since the event’s inception in 1962.

This year’s event will see both the Junior and Adult National Championships, as well as the Australian Masters, with elite and aspiring elite players participating.

“You’ll see a vast array of competitors here and they’ll be the best in each of their division,” tournament director and Tenpin Bowling Australia Board member Morty Douglass said.

“It’s the pinnacle of the sport, where the athletes can compete against their own age group.”

Mr Douglass said although recent COVID-19 restrictions had impacted the number of states and participants in this year’s championships, the competition was still shaping up to showcase the county’s best tenpin bowlers.

“Community sport is

really important and it’s not just important for the community, it’s important for mental health and for these kids to get them active, so it ticks all the boxes that Tasmania has been able to get this event off the ground,” he said.

Minister for Hospitality and Events Sarah

Courtney said the Tasmanian Government through Events Tasmania had committed a total of $395,000 in funding over three years for Tasmania to host the Australian National Championships.

“It’s really exciting for Tasmanian bowlers, but I also know the visitors that are coming here

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from interstate are really enjoying their time here in Tasmania,” she said.

“I hope all the competitors enjoy their visit to Tasmania, and take the time to get out and about and sample our excellent hospitality venues which will provide a boost to the local economies.”

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