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ELLA’S BRAVE SHAVE FOR CHARITY Caj Hair and Beauty Studio hairdressers Nathasja Duindam, Carol Rees, Emily Geard and Maddy Dobson help Ogilvie High student Naomi Ennis, right, prepare Ella Mulcahy for the big shave
STUDENTS and staff at Ogilvie High School braved the shave in September, raising a massive amount of money for charity by volunteering to lose their locks for the World’s Greatest Shave. About a dozen Ogilvie students and teachers had their heads shaved (or legs waxed) by stylists from Caj Hair and Beauty Studio at a special school assembly, as hundreds of their schoolmates cheered them on. The school’s efforts have so far raised more than $11,000 for the Leukaemia Foundation, smashing the original goal of $3000. Two students combined to raise more than half the school’s total themselves – Ella Mulcahy, who raised more than $3000, and Macey Oak, who raised more than $2000. STORY CONTINUES PAGE 2
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PLENTY OF THRILLS AT NO FRILLS NO Frills Foodmarket is a local business with a difference, operating state-wide with four locations and five wholesale warehouses. It is the “open to the public” division of Tasfresh Foodservice, which is one of Tasmania’s largest food wholesalers. No Frills Foodmarket allows members of the public, clubs, associations, caterers and small businesses to easily access the enormous range of food and related products sold by Tasfresh in a friendly environment where products can be seen and touched. “Many of the products sold in the No Frills stores are well known brands you recognise
from the supermarkets,” Foodmarket director Belinda Walker said. “Our big brands are the same as theirs, only cheaper. “We also give our customers access to a wide range of high quality products not normally available to the public elsewhere.” Many products sold at No Frills are the same ones used by restaurants, cafes, takeaways and caterers, allowing customers the ability to produce meals they normally have to go out for. Ms Walker said everything No Frills sold was at wholesale prices. “The range of products we offer is changing constantly and we also have the now well-known No Frills ‘Buy One Get One
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Davey Street Rehabilitation Work We are repairing the road surface on Davey Street This is essential maintenance to strengthen and improve the condition and safety of the road and reduce ongoing maintenance costs. Please note that the section between Molle Street and Antill Street will be completed at a later time. This project supports the delivery of projects within the Hobart City Deal. Traffic changes We will be working nights starting Sunday, 29 August 2021, between 6.30pm and 6.30am from Sunday to Thursday. Night time lane closures and reduced speed limits will be in place. Motorists should allow up to eight minutes extra travel time during the roadworks period. Two lanes of traffic on Davey Street will remain open during nightworks. Please follow speed limits and the directions of traffic controllers and signs. A reduced speed limit will also be in place during the day for the roadworks period. Parking changes There will be no street parking available in the work location. There will be signs to show where the No Parking / No Standing / Tow Away Zones are. Any vehicles left parked and unattended in the work location during our working hours (overnight from 6.30pm to 6.30am) will be removed. Bus changes There will be some temporary, nightly disruptions to bus stops. Please follow your service provider’s alerts and look for any local signage. For more information about this project, visit transport.tas.gov.au.
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Ella decided to take part in the World’s Greatest Shave to pay tribute to her friend Hugo, who passed away a year ago after battling leukaemia. Dozens of donors helped her raise the huge sum in just a few weeks. “I thought I’d give it my best effort, then more and more people joined the team and the fundraising just went up and up,” she said. “We kept having to adjust our target, because we kept smashing it. “A lot of people knew Hugo, so there was a lot of support. The way everyone was able to come together was incredible.” One of Australia’s most-loved charity events, the Leukaemia Foundation’s annual World’s Greatest Shave sees people across the country rally together to take a stand against blood cancer. More than 50 Australians are diagnosed with blood cancer every day. The World’s Greatest Shave campaign aims to raise vital funds to support the growing number of Australians facing leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and other related blood disorders. “On behalf of the Leukaemia Foundation I’d like to say a huge thank
you to Ogilvie High School for participating in the World’s Greatest Shave for the first time this year,” Leukaemia Foundation community support specialist Gaye
French said. “The money they have raised will provide more than four months accommodation for Tassie families who need to go to Melbourne for blood
Ella Mulcahy post the big shave.
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VOLUNTEERING – THE POSITIVE EFFECT OF A GOOD CAUSE WHEN most of us think about volunteering, we think about the benefits to others – support, hope, and giving back to the community. They are all excellent reasons to volunteer, but volunteering is also good for you. The St Vincent de Paul Society, “Vinnies” to most people, is currently recruiting volunteers to assist those in need in the local community. A Vinnies volunteer is a very special person. From the brave men and women who man Vinnies Loui’s Van distributing hot meals, soups and fresh food to the homeless, to the enthusiastic volunteers who work in one of 28 Vinnies Stores across the state, they will all tell you that the joy of helping others more than makes up for the time commitment. St Vincent de Paul Society’s southern regional manager Maree Cole said volunteering with Vinnies was a great way to meet new friends and experience a sense of personal achievement. “Vinnies is always looking for new volunteers because, like any organisation, people come and go or retire,” she said. “As we approach Christmas, we need volunteers for our Claremont and Moonah Vinnies Stores, but if people want to volunteer for any of our other services, we would love to meet them. “Vinnies volunteers make a real difference to
the lives of other people and the community.” Ms Cole said volunteering was very fulfilling in many ways. “One of the betterknown benefits of volunteering is the positive impact on the community,” she said. “Volunteering breaks down social barriers and makes our community a better place to live. “Even helping out in the simplest way, like volunteering in a Vinnies Store, can make a real difference to the lives of people in need. “Volunteering at Vinnies can also provide a healthy boost to your self-confidence and life satisfaction – and the better you feel about yourself, the more likely you are to have a positive outlook on life and your future.” Research from the London School of Economics has examined the relationship between volunteering and happiness. “They discovered the more people volunteered, the happier they were,” Ms Cole said. “Compared with people who never volunteered, the percentage of ‘very happy’ people rose seven per cent among those who volunteered on a monthly basis, and 12 per cent for people who volunteered every two to four weeks. “It is good to get into volunteering at any age, but it’s especially beneficial health-wise for older adults. “Studies have found
that older people who volunteer have a lower mortality rate than those who do not.” Ms Cole said there were opportunities and times to suit almost everyone when it came to volunteering at Vinnies. “Best of all, passion and a positive attitude are the only requirements,” she
said. “Bear in mind that the most valuable skills you can bring to any volunteer effort are compassion and an open mind.” For more information or to volunteer at Vinnies Stories in Claremont or Moonah, phone 6234 4244 or email hobart@ vinniestas.org.au.
Glenorchy Vinnies volunteers Pam Holizenger, left, and Roslyn Stevenson, right, with St Vincent de Paul Society’s southern regional manager Maree Cole.
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Make your small business idea a reality HAVE you got a great idea for a small business, but not sure what to do next? Business South’s Entrepreneurship Facilitator program can help make your small business dream a reality, offering free, practical and confidential guidance and support to potential business owners in the greater Hobart area and south-east Tasmania. The program offers oneon-one mentoring covering all aspects of starting and running a small business - from registering business names, website domains and your ABN through to financial, marketing and strategic advice. Business South also run
monthly workshops and information sessions; and can refer potential startups to other services for further training, mentoring and possible funding. “When you’re toying with the idea of starting a business, it can be really overwhelming if you go online and search for support,” Entrepreneurship Facilitator Daniela Schurink-Moeller said. “The advantage of our program is that we offer the opportunity to sit down and talk to a real person, brainstorm your idea and talk through the things you need to consider. “Once we understand
where someone’s at in their small business journey, based on their needs we can do further one-on-one mentoring with them or refer them to other relevant programs and services.” This October, the Entrepreneurship Facilitator program is offering three workshops: • How to number-test your small business idea (10am Tuesday, 26 October) This two-hour in-person workshop, presented by former New Enterprise Incentive Scheme trainer Vaughan Smith, will help potential start-up owners crunch the numbers and
Have you got a business idea/ideas and are you considering self-employment and what the next steps would be? The Entrepreneurship Facilitator program, delivered by Business South in the Greater Hobart and South East Tasmania, can help you with free, practical, and confidential guidance and support on all aspects of starting and running a small business. We offer one-on-one mentoring, referral into other relevant support programs/services, as well as monthly workshops and information sessions. In October 2021 we have got some great topics on offer for you to book yourself in for •
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see if their idea stacks up financially, following an easy-to-understand process. • What you need to know when getting started in small business (10am Tuesday, 13 October) This short online information session will cover all the basic concepts any potential small business owner needs to consider before going into business. Topics will include: considerations before you start out; how to assess your business idea; basics of planning and marketing; and how to best set yourself up for success. • Building an online content marketing plan for your small business (10am Wednesday, 20 October) Hosted by marketing and retail strategist Debra Templar, this online webinar will teach participants how to plan their online marketing content and then turn it into strategies for small business success. Topics will include how to generate ideas; how to decide which channels to use; how to communicate your message consistently; and how to reach your target customers. To book your place in the program, or find out more about what’s on offer, go to www.businesssouth.org.au or email Daniela@businesssouth. org.au
RSL Tasmania celebrates Veterans’ Health Week RSL Tasmania will celebrate Veterans’ Health Week with three Veterans’ Health and Wellbeing Expos being held at sub-branches across the state. Claremont, Launceston and Wynyard RSL SubBranches will hold events for current serving, ex-service personnel, first responders and their families, with anyone in the community invited to attend. Ex-service and community organisations will be present on the days, holding a ‘Get Moving’ activity or hosting a site. Organisations that will be present include Police, Fire and Emergency Services, Management Wellbeing Support, Army, Navy and RAAF representatives, Legacy
Tasmania, Mates4Mates, Tasmanian Health Service, Open Arms, Rehab Management, Hearing Australia, St John Ambulance, Disaster Relief Australia, A1 Insignia, Point Assist, the Army Museum, Foxhole Medals, Due South Inc, and many more. There will also be live music from Paul Byrne and Louise Goich, as well as an Army jumping castle. Rotary are hosting a barbecue, while there will be coffee and icecream available. Whether it’s interactive displays, medal mounting, kayaking, a trip to the museum or a free hearing check, there will be something everyone to enjoy. “RSL Tasmania are
proud to be able to facilitate such a large number of service and support organisations in these locations to pass on valuable information and support for our veterans and their local communities,” RSL Tasmania acting state president Barry Quinn said. “It’s going to be a great family day to showcase all the wonderful organisations that RSL Tasmania works closely with. “We are bringing our communities together in the name of veterans’ health and the positive message that embodies.” The Veterans’ Health and Wellbeing Expo will be held at the Claremont RSL at nine Bilton Street, Claremont. on Saturday 23 October from 10am to 3pm.
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Claremont Primary and High School. He has had a strong interest in music for as long as he can remember, after growing in the 60s when having a radio on was the normal thing. He has a wide interest in music from classical to country, but his love is of music from the 60s, 70s and 80s – the music of his life.His program runs each Monday afternoon from 4pm to 6pm where he plays music from those years – everything from Bee Gees to Slade, Carpenters to Disco, with an emphasis on Australian music.
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Ride with Melvin Freestone; 10am Late Night Hits with Margie Williams; 12am The Music of Your Life Overnight. TUESDAY: 6am Tuesday Morning Breakfast/ Wake Up With Kaye with Kaye Payne; 9am Bringing Back the Memories with David Carr; 12pm Beats and Ballads with
Phil Williams; 2pm Those Were the Day/Afternoon with David Needham; 4pm Tuesday Drive with Mal Dennis; 6pm Mostly Folk with Helen Morrison; 8pm Tuesday Night/The Best of the 60s-70s with John Gourlay; 10pm Tuesday Nite Owl Club/Tuesday Night Owls with Ron Anderson; 12am The Music of Your Life Overnight. WEDNESDAY: 6am Wednesday Morning Breakfast with David Mitchell; 9am Bright and Breezy Mix with Kathy; 12pm Wednesday Lunchtime with Phil Tyson; 2pm The Music of Your Life with Ron Andersen; 4pm The Johnny Dallas Revival
Show with Johnny Dallas; 6pm Wednesday Night Rock N Roll with John Robustelli; 8pm Country Jukebox with Russell Hevey; 10pm Music of Your Life; 12am The Music of Your Life Overnight. THURSDAY: 6am Thursday Morning Breakfast with Craig Cracknell; 9am Magic Music Mix with Tom Payne; 12pm Thursday Lunch with David Mitchell; 2pm My Collection with Ken Tanner; 4pm Thursday Drive with John Evans; 7pm Chinese Language Programme; 8pm Thursday Night Jazz/Contrasts in Classic Jazz with Frank Chatterton, Bob Cotgrove or Ted Vinen; 10pm
The Greek Show with Benny Gavallos; 12am The Music of Your Life Overnight. FRIDAY: 6am Rise and Shine with Ria Walter; 9am Songs and Stories with Brian Corr; 12pm Friday Lunch with Chris Burrows; 2pm My Favourite Music with Judi Forsyth; 4pm Friday Drive with Peter Johnston; 6pm The Good Times Rolling with Bob and Russell Hevey; 9pm Kick Back/Music of Your Life with Kenny White; 12am The Music of Your Life Overnight with Craig Cracknell. SATURDAY: 6am Mostly Old But Something New with Tim Kingston; 9am Polish Program with Bogdan
Pitera; 10am Croatian Program with Jelena Cupac; 11am Greek Program with Soritris Kaligieropoulos; 12pm Serbian Program with Aleksander Djeric or Milutin Ivkovic; 2pm World Music with Amanda Sims; 3pm Music of Your Life with John Evans; 6pm Saturday Night with Tony Geeves, alternating with Kick Back with Kenny White; 9pm Underside with Spook and Mike; 12am The Music of Your Life Overnight with John Evans. SUNDAY: 6am Sunday Breakfast with Chris Burrows; 9am German Program with Karina Ceron, Lilo Kuhn or Karl-Heinz Jakubec; 10am Spanish Program
with Sonia Parra, Jenny Forward, Florenica Hancock or Fausto Pinedo-Baquuero; 11am The Irish Show with Brian Corr; 12pm Italian Program with Vittorio Ferri or Liberatore Alloca; 1pm Nepalese Program with Oscar Bhandari, Madan B. Chhetri and Pramisa Dawadi; 2pm Movie Ticket Radio with Rob Ryan; 3pm Italian Program/Dover c’e’ musica Italiana with Carmen Comber, Dino Ottavi or Renato Langi; 4pm Celtic Connection with Kathy; 6pm Sunday Country with Bob Hevey; 8pm Sunday Night Country with Wayne Crossin; 10pm Just For You with Joy Jones.
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Blueberry’s Dance Party A BRAND new, all-Tasmanian children’s production – Blueberry’s Dance Party – is set to arrive in Glenorchy in November. Blueberry Bear and his friends Ranger Mac and Bumblebee Bear will provide a fun ad-
venture that is a mix of dance styles and traditional action songs, and is suitable for ages from one to seven years. Children will have the chance to meet some dancing penguins and a ballerina, as well as learn some cool hip-hop
dance moves. This high-energy family show is aimed at bringing a little bit of sparkle to greater Hobart and to get everyone dancing and enjoying the music. Blueberry and his friends will be at the
Glenorchy Football Club on Sunday 28 November and at the Kingborough Community Hub on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 November. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.blueberrysdanceparty.com.au.
From left, dancers Ella Leonard and Amity Batt, Blueberry Bear, Bumble Bear, Ranger Mac, and dancer Jade Graham.
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Be SunSmart this Summer A ROUTINE skin cancer check in May 2020 might have saved Brooke Everingham’s life, after a tiny mole on her back turned out to be a stage 4 melanoma. “I was in Launceston and got a call from my doctor at 7am in the morning and she told me it was a stage 4 melanoma,” she said, “I was shocked to say the least. “That was on the Tuesday morning. At 9am Friday I was in surgery in Hobart, so it was a very quick turnaround.” Ms Everingham had the melanoma and a large section of skin removed from her back and shoulder area. “Thankfully they took everything they needed to take,” she said. “I had never paid too much attention to being covered up in the sun or wearing sunscreen. But for something so tiny, it became very serious in an instant.” Ms Everingham then faced a long recovery from surgery and, during that time, tragically lost a close friend to skin cancer. “Coming into summer last year I had a lot of anxiety about being in the sunshine,” she said. “I used to have a beautiful relationship with it but now I was terrified. “I thought skin cancer only affected old people. I still love the sun, but my relationship with it is now
very different.” Ms Everingham was the special guest last month when Cancer Council Tasmania officially launched its SunSmart 2021 program at its Southern Support Centre in Sandy Bay. Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, and Cancer Council Tasmania CEO Penny Egan said the SunSmart program aimed to highlight the importance of skin cancer prevention and skin awareness. “Two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70,” she said. “Skin cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer and is mostly caused by UV radiation from the sun. “In Tasmania, melanoma of the skin is the second mostdiagnosed cancer in men and women, highlighting the need for further community education about sun protection and skin awareness. “Once outdoors, remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours, and more often if you are swimming or sweating. Being skin aware is also vitally important - looking for a change in shape, size or colour of existing spots, or the development of a new spot.”
From left, Big Monkey Theatre’s Christine Bailey, Tasmanian Community Fund chair Sally Darke, Daisy Allen, Skye Cox, Adam Thompson, ‘Little J and Big Cuz’ director Tony Thorne, and Nala Mansell.
A LOCAL theatre company and an animation production house have partnered with Tasmanian Aboriginal writers, producers and voice actors to translate an episode of a much loved children’s animated series into palawa kani, the language of Tasmanian Aborigines. Funded by the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF), Ned Lander Media and Screen Tasmania, the project will make a palawa kani recording of an episode of the multi award-winning Aboriginal children’s animated television series titled ‘Little J and Big Cuz’ which is broadcast on NITV and ABC Kids. The episode was written by Tasmanian Aboriginal author and screenwriter Adam Thompson and is seen as
important work for the Tasmanian Aboriginal community. The episode titled “Shelter” is from season three of the television series, produced by local animation house Blue Rocket. Big Monkey Theatre was awarded more than $47,000 to make the recording and chair Jeff Michel said with the Tasmanian arts sector having had an incredibly difficult time since the pandemic, this project would inject a welcome boost to local artists. “Little J and Big Cuz won the 2018 Logie Award for Most Outstanding Children’s Program, which speaks to the artistic merit of the series,” Mr Michel said. Mr Thompson said he was over the moon that his episode was being
translated to palawa kani and was glad that the Tasmanian Aboriginal community would be able to connect with the episode on an even greater level. “Having our language showcased so broadly through the medium of television, demonstrates the Tasmanian Aboriginal people’s resilience, and our strength in culture and language,” Mr Thompson said. “It has a big impact on Aboriginal kids, seeing their language featured in mainstream media helps to solidify and build pride in their identity at a young age.” In each of the previous series a palawa kani version of an episode has been recorded and produced using Tasmanian voices. Tasmanian Aboriginal
Centre youth and palawa kani worker Rosetta Thomas said the Tasmanian Aboriginal community felt such pride to see and hear their language on the television screen. “Everyone was so proud that all the actors’ parts were by palawa kani speakers from the community and some of them were our young people who learn language in the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre’s youth groups,” Ms Thomas said. “This episode is another great achievement in our longterm project to reinstall our language and have it passed from generation to generation within the Aboriginal community and also to have it honoured by the public.” TCF chair Sally Darke
said the TCF Board was proud to be able to support the project as it benefited Tasmanian Aboriginal artists. “It will create greater dissemination of palawa kani in the Tasmanian community and will benefit Tasmanian school children who don’t often get exposure to Tasmanian made Aboriginal content,” Ms Darke said. An independent funding body, the Fund provides grants to community organisations that make a difference by improving social, environment and economic wellbeing of the Tasmanian community. For more information, visit www.tascomfund.org or phone the Fund office on 6165 8333.
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CELEBRATING AGE WITH SENIORS WEEK THE 23rd Tasmanian Seniors Week, the 11th to be organised by COTA Tasmania on behalf of the State Government, is set to go ahead from 11 to 17 October. More than 380 events are on offer state-wide, with more than half of the events happening in the
south. While the overall number of events is still fewer than pre-pandemic levels, the events on offer are interesting and varied. People in the northern suburbs will have an array of events happening in their community. The West Moonah
Community House has an interesting selection of events including a quiz lunch, how to make a chopping board, mystery bus trip, and the popular ‘OpShop Crawl’ by bus. The Golden Years Club will conduct a concert, while line dancing will be held at the Tolosa Hall.
The Glenorchy Library also offers a range of interesting activities and information sessions. The Hobart area will also offer about 70 events, including physical exercise activities, information events and several entertainment options such as the popular Army Band
performing in ‘Afternoon at the Proms’. The truly adventurous can embark on single or multi-day Lady Nelson sailing tours. Seniors Week retains its tagline of “Discover. Imagine. Together”, which was introduced several years ago and still reso-
nates perfectly with the objectives of the week. The free, official 72page printed events guide is available at Service Tasmania, libraries, council offices, community houses, and all Australia Post outlets. The guide features the popular Daily Planner sec-
tion, allowing readers to easily identify the events that appeal and make their Seniors Week activity planning easier. The guide is also entirely replicated online and can be accessed at www.cotatas.org.au/seniorsweek.
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Busy Bisdee to showcase services at public open day A SPECIAL Open Day this October will showcase the services, activities and opportunities Glenview Community Services offers the local community. A trusted not-for-profit aged care organisation that opened in 1948, Glenview is a landmark in Glenorchy and offers a range of services designed to help people
live life to the full. Glenview has evolved to meet the changing needs of the community, adding a series of new wings and buildings including the only cottage respite service in southern Tasmania, with hotel-like rooms for low-needs clients, and carers in need of a break. The Bisdee Community Centre
is Glenview’s hub of activity, providing a fun and supportive environment where community members can socialise and meet new friends. The Centre offers a wide variety of social activities including arts and crafts, cooking, card games, morning teas and fitness classes, plus exciting outings to a
range of destinations. “The aim of the program is to reduce social isolation,” Glenview executive manager, community services Kirsty Bartlett Clark said. “It provides opportunities for people aged over 65 to come and meet some new people, because it’s not always easy to make new friends as we get older.
“Every Saturday we have our Saturday Socials, where we take a couple of busloads of people out and do all sorts of fun things. We go to festivals, markets, zoos, go fishing and on bushwalks – we try to accommodate whatever our clients want to do.” Members of the public can see for themselves all that the Bisdee
Community Centre has to offer at a special Open Day, coming up as part of Seniors Week in October. Visitors are invited to tour the respite care rooms, view art and photo displays, stroll through the gardens, and enjoy live music from the Hobart Ukulele Group and country singer Johnny Wright. Staff from Glenview’s
Discover how we care for you, and for yours. Bisdee offers 24/7 respite care, home support and social groups.
respite accommodation, home care and independent living units will be there to answer all your questions. The Open Day will be held at 20 Windsor St, Glenorchy from 10am2pm on Tuesday 12 October. Entry is free, but visitors are asked to book a session via www. trybooking.com/BTCLA
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Hearing Australia helping bring back sound Findings from Hearing Australia’s ‘Share your Secret’ survey of Australians over the age 50 show that despite hearing loss potentially hindering the ability of Australians to live life to the fullest, people are not taking action. One in four older Australian don’t recall ever having received a hearing test and more than one in five haven’t taken a hearing test in more than five years. This may be a result of outdated views on hearing aid technology. Despite hearing aids now being modern, small and discreet, nearly all respondents (87 per
cent) said they would be too embarrassed to wear a hearing aid, as they were “ugly and unfashionable”. Sherryl said the only things she noticed about her hearing aids was the positive difference they had made to her life. “Once I’ve got my hearing aids on, I don’t even know they’re there,” she said. “They’re a part of my routine of a morning and I don’t think anything of them other than they’re on me, they’re a part of me and I wouldn’t be able to carry on without them.” If you’re concerned about your hearing, get in touch with Hearing
Australia. For more than 70 years, Hearing Australia have helped a million Australians with hearing loss discover the secret to celebrating the sounds they love. Their range includes hearing aids that can be so discreet that people won’t realise they’re wearing one, with three device choices that are free for eligible pensioners under the Hearing Services Program. For more information, visit Hearing Australia’s stores at Glenorchy Plaza (6271 9400) or Hobart (6221 9500), or hearing. com.au.
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THESE days, when Sherryl thinks back to what dancing was like before she wore hearing aids, she can afford herself a little giggle. “It’s quite funny, I was probably feeing the beat a lot sooner than I was hearing it,” she said. “I know that I made up words to songs and they weren’t the right words, but no one ever really told me about that. “I started to have some irritating sounds coming through my ears and also pain at times and ringing in the ears.” However, she put off having her hearing assessed, and she was not alone.
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MEALS ON WHEELS DELIVERING TO THE COMMUNITY MEALS on Wheels delivers nourishing meals to the doors of those who need assistance to remain living independently at home, providing not only a wholesome meal, but a friendly catch-up on delivery. “We not only provide a freshly cooked meal, we also provide a safety check to all recipients and peace of mind for family and friends,” Meals on Wheels Tasmania chief executive officer Rebecca Free said. “As we deliver to most clients regularly, we get to know our clients’ usual movements, and if we know they’re always home and don’t answer their door when our volunteer arrives to deliver their meal, we take steps to follow up with next of kin to ensure the wellbeing of the client. “This is what sets Meals on Wheels apart from many other ‘drop and go’ meal providers.
“The social connection, the interaction with the volunteer, the chance to have a chat to a familiar and friendly face is just as important as the delivery of the meal itself.” Meals on Wheels offers a wide variety of choices in most areas they service, to ensure there is always something that appeals to clients and caters to special dietary, allergy and texture requirements. “We offer many gluten free options, vegetarian meals and our meals are diabetic friendly,” Ms Free said. “Our main meals come with the required levels of protein for an older person, five different vegetables that provide important nutrients and most importantly, meet the National Meals on Wheels Guidelines developed in partnership with the University of Wollongong.” Meals on Wheels encouraged people to
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reach out to them if they were interested in volunteering. Volunteering for Meals on Wheels requires a current Tasmanian unrestricted driver’s licence and a current Tasmanian Police Check (which Meals on Wheels pays for). Branches are located
across the south, northern Midlands, north-west coast and east coast of Tasmania. For more information about receiving meals, or to discuss volunteering opportunities, phone the Meals on Wheels state office 1800 696 325 or email office@mowtas. org.au.
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Hearing Loss – Why do we wait so long to get help?
AROUND 3.6 million Australians suffer from hearing impairment. A recent study published in the ‘International Journal of Audiology’ found that only seven per cent of those who need hearing aids actually seek help. “Often, people are pushed into getting a test as their family is frustrated,” audiologist Nick Modrovich said. “It is easy to forget that being told you need a hearing aid can be quite confronting. “For many clients, hearing aids signify the first perception of ageing, it can sometimes be the reason why someone may delay getting help for years.” The sociopsychologi-
cal aspects of correcting hearing loss cannot be underestimated. In Australia, pensioners are entitled to subsidised hearing aids under the Commonwealth Hearing Services Program. However, a recent independent review found that more than half of all eligible people with hearing loss were not actively taking advantage of the services available. “Part of the reluctance is thinking that hearing aids are large and very noticeable,” Mr Modrovich said. “It is part of the stigma of hearing loss and ageing unfortunately. “Nowadays, hearing aids are discreet and designed in such a way that you can barely see them on
the ears. “It has made our jobs a lot easier, but we would still like to see more people seek the help that they need.” Recent advances in hearing technology means that people can now stream phone calls directly into their hearing aids, as well as adjust the volume and programs via an app on a mobile phone. This technology is fully subsidised by the Commonwealth pension program and available at Ability Hearing and Balance. For more information or to apply for the Hearing Services Program, phone Ability Hearing and Balance on 1300 327 776.
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From left, Liberal Senator for Tasmania Eric Abetz and Glenorchy City Council Mayor Bec Thomas on Clydesdale Avenue.
BLACK SPOT ROAD PROGRAM TO ENHANCE ROAD SAFETY IN GLENORCHY GLENORCHY residents have received a major road safety boost with the Federal Liberal Government having invested $235,000 toward three projects under the 2021–22 Black Spot Program. The projects include: • Clydesdale Avenue near Easton Avenue at West Moonah – $120,000 to install a safety barrier and skid resistant
surfacing; • The intersection of Second Avenue, Eighth Avenue and Tenth Avenue at West Moonah – $80,000 to install bollards; and • The intersection of Marys Hope Road and Gentile Court at Rosetta – $35,000 to improve sight distance. “Glenorchy City Council strives to make
lives better every day and providing a safe city, including safe roads, contributes to achieving this goal,” Glenorchy City Council Mayor Bec Thomas said. “Black Spot funding provides critical funding to help Council to maintain and upgrade road infrastructure in our community and we are very grateful for the Australian Government’s contribution.”
Liberal Senator for Tasmania Eric Abetz said the projects were crucial to improving driver safety and ensuring injuries were avoided. “It is good to be working in partnership with Mayor Bec Thomas and the Glenorchy City Council on these projects,” he said. “Road crashes place major emotional and economic strains on all
HOBART REPERTORY PLAY SHOWCASES SPIRIT OF THEATRE REHEARSALS for Hobart Repertory Theatre Society’s take on the classic, hilarious play by Noel Coward, ‘Blithe Spirit’, are running smoothly after a disrupted start last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With only minor changes to the original cast, the team of recognisable faces have been working well together. The energetic and talented cast includes Petr Divis, Fransina Kennedy, Kath Uziallo, Sarah Phillips, Leigh Faulkner, Sandy Velini and Chloe Harle. It is directed by Nicholas Lahey, who has previously directed two shows for Hobart Rep including ‘Up For Grabs’ in 2016 and ‘Calendar Girls’ in 2018. The play is also supported by production man-
agers Ross Taylor, Karen Pape and Treen French, as well as new Hobart Rep president David Clements as stage manager. Ms Pape, said the production would provide audiences with a laugh with its beautifully written script. "With so many people around Australia presently unable to attend live theatre, I would encourage everyone to get onboard and embrace the opportunity to see this classic comedy,” she said. “With quality actors and a brilliant script, there will no doubt be magic happening on stage.” One of the most successful playwrights, actors and entertainers of the 20th century, Noel Coward’s comic play Blithe Spirit will not disappoint.
The play centres around Charles Condomine who invites Madame Arcati, an eccentric clairvoyant, to his home to conduct a séance with the purpose of collecting information for his next book. He gets more then he bargains for when the scheme backfires and he is haunted by his mischievous first wife, Elvira. Elvira enjoys meddling in Charles’ second marriage to Ruth, who cannot see or hear the ghost of Elvira. The play was first seen in the West End in 1941 and created a new longrun record for non-musical British plays of 1,997 performances. It also did well on Broadway later that year, running for 657 performances.
Mr Coward adapted the play for film in 1945 and directed a musical adaptation, ‘High Spirits’, on Broadway in 1964. It was also adapted for television in the 1950s and 1960s and for radio. The play enjoyed several West End and Broadway revivals in the 1970s and 1980s and was revived again in London in 2004, 2011 and 2014. It returned to Broadway in February 2009, and most recently was released in cinemas with Dame Judy Dench playing the role of Madame Arcarti. Blithe Spirit opens on Friday 8 October at the Playhouse Theatre in Bathurst St. For more information or to book tickets, visit https://playhouse.org.au/ shows/blithe-spirit-2021/.
affected communities, but particularly the families and friends of the victims. “Motorists living within Glenorchy will therefore be pleased to know three black spots will be fixed with funding from the program.” Mr Abetz said the projects were about ensuring Glenorchy residents got home sooner and safer. “By specifically target-
ing road locations with a history or risk of crashes for safety upgrades such as lighting, signage, traffic lights and roundabouts, the Black Spot Program reduces crashes causing injury and death at those sites by around 30 per cent,” he said. “None of these projects would be delivered without the community’s vital input and I encourage all residents and motorists in the region
to nominate projects for future funding rounds.” The Australian Government has committed a record $1.1 billion to the Black Spot Program from 2013–14 to 2023–24 to improve road safety across the nation. For more information on the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program, or to nominate a black spot, visit investment.infrastructure.gov. au/funding/blackspots.
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From left, Rodney Graham from Glenorchy Basketball Association, Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas and 2021 Glenorchy Citizen of the Year Martin Watkins.
Nominations open for Glenorchy Community Awards NOMINATIONS for the annual Glenorchy Community Awards are now open, with the aim to recognise and celebrate outstanding achievement in the Glenorchy community.
Organised by Glenorchy City Council, the awards were expanded last year to include several new categories, giving people more opportunities to nominate people
and groups from the Glenorchy local government area who are doing great things. Awards will be presented in the categories of Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen
of the Year, Community Group of the Year, School Group of the Year, Sports Achievement Award, and the All Abilities Award. Glenorchy Mayor Bec Thomas said the awards provided a great opportunity to recognise those helping to make Glenorchy a great place to live, work and play.
“The awards enable council, on behalf of the entire community, to honour both wellknown community champions and the silent achievers in our community,” she said. “I encourage people to think about who they know that is worthy of recognition and to
nominate them for the Glenorchy Community Awards.” Nominations are open until 12 November and Glenorchy City Council staff are happy to assist with the nomination process if required. A special awards presentation will be held in January 2022
to celebrate all award nominees and recipients. For more information on the awards and to access the nomination form, visit www.gcc. tas.gov.au/discoverglenorchy/events/ awards-and-ceremonies/ or phone the council’s community department on 6216 6800.
WEST MOONAH GROUP’S CHEQUE IS IN THE POST A LOCAL grassroots organisation will be able to continue its valuable work to improve mental health and wellbeing in the Glenorchy area, after receiving a grant of nearly $10,000 through Australia Post’s 2021 Community Grants Program. The West Moonah Community Action Group has been awarded a grant of $9935 to help fund its Youth Mental Health & Wellbeing Project, a series of preventative workshops and activities designed to bring together local disadvantaged and at-
risk youth to learn new skills, build confidence and create meaningful connections with their peers. The West Moonah Community Action Group operates the West Moonah Community House, which has provided a friendly, caring and inclusive environment for the local community since 1985. A home away from home for many community members, the Community House offers a range of free and low-cost activities and services including counselling, emergency food relief, parenting
classes, internet access, learner driver courses and exercise programs. West Moonah Community Action Group is one of 76 community organisations across the country to receive a 2021 Australia Post Community Grant of up to $10,000. Other Tasmanian recipients include the Migrant Resource Centre, The Link and New Mornings Ministries. Australia Post head of community Nicky Tracey said the grants program reinforces Australia Post’s commitment to mental health by funding
projects that help improve connection and mental wellbeing in local communities. Half of this year’s grant recipients are based in regional and remote communities. “This has been another challenging year for many Australians,” she said. “We know that when we connect with others, we feel better, which is why the Community Grants program is so important.” The full list of grant recipients and more information about the program can be found at www.auspost.com.au/ grants
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Concert of hope SISONGKE Choir is hosting an afternoon of harmony and joy through music with its ‘Songs of Hope’ songs from around the world. The concert is on Saturday 16 October from 2pm to 4pm at the Multicultural Hub, 65 Hopkins Street, Moonah. Lunch will be provided from 1pm. Sisongke Choir will sing a variety of songs from around the world, ranging from the exciting beat of Africa to the exotic music of China. Sisongke is a joyous dynamic community choir based in Hobart that is open to everyone, regardless of singing ability. It was formed in 1994 after a series of
workshops run by South African trade unionists. They mostly sing world music and songs about social justice and freedom. The Choir will be joined by Méli-mélo Choir and the Glenorchy WENYI Tas Group to provide an afternoon of music from around the world. Méli-mélo started about 10 years ago with conductor Rene Rime. They sing in a variety of European languages in four-part harmony. They have sung for Mona, Alliance Francaise, the Sunday market in Hobart, and have combined with other choirs for a variety of concerts. Méli-mélo is group of
mixed people of all age groups, from all walks of life who love to sing. The program consists of mixed music in various languages, mostly European, as well as various styles including traditional folk songs, classical and popular pieces. The WENYI Tas Group is an arts group which encourages people to sing and dance. The ladies from the group will demonstrate traditional Chinese dancing and sing some songs. Tickets for the concert are $25 for adults, $20 for concession, $40 for a family, and $15 each for groups of 10 or more. To purchase tickets, visit https://www. trybooking.com/BUEFK.
Walking for epilepsy IT’S time to dust off your sneakers, wash your bike and get your togs out of the winter wardrobe for October’s Walk For Epilepsy event. In support of the one in 25 Australians who develop epilepsy, the popular 25-day fundraiser will provide people with a choice of how they reach their goals – whether that be running, walking, cycling, swimming, skateboarding or scootering at their own pace. Tasmania has Australia’s highest prevalence of epilepsy and it is the second most burdensome neurological condition after dementia. People with epilepsy live with the constant anxiety of unexpected seizure, injury, memory loss, higher mortality rates, social isolation, reduced or lost employment, discrimination and stigma. One-fifth of Tasmania’s population is impacted by epilepsy and every 33 minutes someone in Australia is newly diagnosed. “An epilepsy diagnosis
always changes lives,” Epilepsy Tasmania chief executive officer Wendy Groot said. “People commonly lose their driving licence because seizures are unpredictable until fully controlled by medication. “Thirty per cent of people with epilepsy never gain seizure control, which often results in them spending most of their time at home and becoming socially isolated and unemployable.” COVID-19 has been financially challenging for Epilepsy Tasmania, but Ms Groot hoped Tasmanians supported this fundraiser by either registering to participate or donating to another registered person or team. “By supporting Walk For Epilepsy and raising or donating funds, people can make a real impact here in Tasmanian for the one million Australians who need support, research and a cure for epilepsy,” Ms Groot said. To register for free or donate to Walk For Epilepsy, visit www. walkforepilepsy.org.au.
Bernie getting ready for the walk for epilepsy.
The Sisongke Choir performing.
Chris’ yard gets a Rotary hoe SOMETIMES small projects can have a big impact, as the Rotary Club of Claremont is proving with its work in the local community. The club recently received a letter from Rosebery man Terry Bell, asking if it could possibly help his mate, Chris Robinson. Dealing with the effects of chemotherapy, Mr Robinson was struggling to keep the garden of his Claremont home under control. So, seven volunteer Rotarians rolled up their sleeves on a September Saturday morning and worked for several hours to bring the garden back to life - forging an ongoing friendship with Mr Robinson along the way. “It was a fantastic day, and Chris was very appreciative and humbled that we would do that for him,” Rotarian Gaye Fernyhough said. “But of course that’s what Rotary does.” Mr Robinson put on a barbecue for the volunteers to show his appreciation, while Mr Bell donated a $100 nursery gift voucher for the club to use as a raffle prize. Mr Robinson was welcomed as a guest at the next Rotary meeting,
and became an official Friend of Rotary. He has volunteered to help run the club’s next community event - a Billy Cart Derby at Claremont College on 28 November. Focussed on friendship, the Rotary Club of Claremont has been serving the local community since 1968,
bringing together business and professional leaders to provide humanitarian service and help build goodwill. The club meets at the Claremont RSL from 6.30pm every Wednesday evening. For more information on the club’s activities go to www. claremontrotary.org.au
From left, Rotary Club of Claremont members Gary Sargent, Eric Myers, Peter Walker, Rosie DeBello and Gaye Fernyhough relax after their working bee.
Disability Services Act Review
The Tasmanian Government is working to create a safe and inclusive Tasmania for people with disability. We need legislation which supports this vision. We want to hear from people with disability, families, carers, advocates, support providers and the Tasmanian community. Visit our website for more information. To be part of the review, email DSAReview2021@communities.tas.gov.au or phone 1800 431 211.
Rotary Club of Claremont president Paul Fernyhough, left, with Chris Robinson.
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students at nine schools in the Gippsland region. The project has now grown to involve more than 230 schools across Australia, with 12,000 students taking part in 2020. Local dairy farmers teach students how to care for the calves, demonstrating skills such as animal husbandry, feeding and weighing. An industry advocate also visits the students to speak about careers in the dairy industry. “While Cows Create Careers increases student awareness of the dairy industry, the benefits of the project extend well beyond the classroom,” the program’s co-founder, Jaydee Events director
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GLENORCHY’S NEW HUB FOR JOB SEEKERS OPENS JOB seekers and potential employers in the Glenorchy area will now find it easier to connect, after the opening of a new Jobs Hub in September. Operated by STEPS Employment Services and funded via a $1.3 million investment from the Tasmanian Liberal Government, the Jobs Hub provides a free service helping link job seekers with employers. It arranges job interviews and prepares candidates for them, and will help growing local businesses and industries find enthusiastic new workers of all ages to join their expanding teams. More than 100 people are already using the service including Jayden Weeding, who had previously been unemployed for 18 months. “I was able to learn basic skills such as preparing a resume and preparing for a job interview, which gave me confidence to
From left, STEPS deputy chief executive officer Bryan McCormick, Liberal Member for Clark Elise Archer, Madeleine Ogilvie MP, and Mayor of Glenorchy Alderman Bec Thomas cutting the ribbon.
put myself out there, approach potential employers and gain a job,” he said. The Glenorchy hub is part of the Tasmanian Liberal Government’s new Jobs Hub Network, which aims to help thousands of Tasmanians
find work in their local areas over the next three years. Jobs Hubs are now open at Glenorchy, Sorell and Georgetown, with another four set to open across the state in the coming months. Glenorchy is the
only metropolitanbased centre, chosen because of the area’s high number of young people who are at or are reaching working age, many of whom need support to connect them with employers. Liberal Member
for Clark Elise Archer congratulated all involved in the project, including the steering committee which featured representatives from the Glenorchy City Council, MONA, the Brave Foundation, UTAS, TasTAFE, INCAT and
both the Australian and Tasmanian governments. “The Jobs Hub empowers local businesses and communities to work together to address barriers to employment, delivering substantial benefits for job seekers
and employers,” she said. For more information on how the Glenorchy Jobs Hub can help you, or to make an appointment, phone 1300 084 307, email jhg@stepsgroup.com.au or visit 2 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ROBERTS’ REAL ESTATE EXPERTISE TENS of thousands of Tasmanians have already experienced the Roberts Real Estate Advantage. And whether you’re buying, selling, renting or investing, maybe it’s time you had a chat with the team at Roberts Real Estate Glenorchy. Roberts Glenorchy’s team of experienced real estate professionals has been servicing Hobart, the northern suburbs, Southern Midlands and Derwent Valley from its landmark Main Rd location for more than 20 years. The team achieve the very best results and consistently exceed the client’s expectations thanks to the Roberts Real Estate Advantage – based on experience, understanding, guidance and support, being solutions-based, and great communication. Combined, the Glenorchy team of highly
trained sales agents and property managers have decades of experience in the industry, having sold and managed tens of thousands of properties between them. Property management expert Natalie Fehlberg joined Roberts straight out of school, and has now worked with the company for nearly 20 years. But that sort of long-term commitment isn’t unusual at Roberts. “Some of the ladies in the office have been here more than 35 years,” Natalie said. “I think that sort of dedication says a lot about Roberts - the staff love what we do and love the company we work for. “Roberts is a great company not only to work for, but also to do business with. We value everyone who walks in our door whether they be a tenant, a vendor, an owner or an investor, we treat every-
one the same. “We’re strongly customer-focused. We really try to understand our clients and support them in whatever their real estate transaction may be.” Another advantage of working with Roberts Glenorchy is their unrivalled local knowledge. “We’re all locals to the area and we love where we live,” Natalie said. “We have agents who live in Glenorchy, Austins Ferry, New Norfolk, Brighton, and it does make a difference. If you really know and love the area, that’s what sells the area to prospective buyers. We care about what’s happening in the community, and we know the product we’re selling.” If it’s time you discussed the Roberts Real Estate Advantage, visit 338 Main Rd Glenorchy, go to www. robertsrealestate.com.au, or phone 6272 8555.
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ATHLETICS FOR MASTERS Track and field athletics at the Domain Athletic Centre for the over 30s from October to March. A ‘Come and Try Evening’ will be held on Wednesday 6 October 2021 from 6pm. 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 Female salsa dance partner wanted for salsa dance lessons and practice sessions before class. Female ballroom dance partner wanted for Friday social events. Drummer looking to jam with a band. Phone Serge on 0412 699 748.
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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.
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GLENORCHY COMMUNITY AWARDS Nominations opened on 17 September for the 2022 Glenorchy Community Awards. The awards are an opportunity to recognise outstanding people in the community. For more information, phone 6216 6800 or visit www.gcc.tas.gov.au/discoverglenorchy/events/awards-and-ceremonies 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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LINE DANCING Join Boots and All Line Dancing (a Bucaan Community House program) on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at Tolosa Hall (148 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy). Tuesdays and Thursdays, Basic Beginners 10-11am ($3). Tuesdays and Thursdays, Beginners Plus 11-11:30 ($2). Saturday Basic Beginners class from 1:30-2:30pm ($3). New dancers welcome, emphasis on having. For more information, phone Sue on 0417 503 429. LIONS CLUB OF GLENORCHY The Glenorchy Lions Club meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 637 Main Road, Berridale at 6.45pm. New members and visitors welcome. For more information, phone Jenny on 0417 311 779.
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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. Annual subscription $30. Meetings $5. Ph. 6247 7572.
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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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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
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.
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.
U3A GLENORCHY Learning for pleasure. At the Australian/ German Club, 30 Bowden Street, Glenorchy. For more information, phone 6249 2384 or email u3aglenorchy@gmail. com.
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Out-smart and out-race THE countdown to Hobart’s hotly contested “Race for Research” is on, with The Mind Games 2022 officially launched last month. The Mind Games is an action-packed annual event that sees corporate teams of five try to outsmart and out-race their competitors in a series of exciting and imaginative challenges designed to test their skills, creativity and teamwork. Aimed at highlighting the importance of workplace wellbeing, the event has raised more than $150,000 for the Menzies Centre over the past two years. The funds have been used to support a range of projects, including the research of Post-Doctoral student Adam Nebbs. “Having fun at work is a big contributor to mental wellbeing and it’s great to see how many Tasmanian organisations recognise that,” The Mind Games founder Sherri Ring said. “We’re fortunate to
From left, Aurora Energy chief executive officer Rebecca Kardos, Sammy Starr and Tas Gas chief executive officer Phaedra Deckart.
have the support of our Gold Sponsor Aurora Energy, our Silver Sponsor TasGas and our stage sponsors who will create our team challenges.
“Last year we saw teams involved in activities like assembling power towers, building muffin stacks, creating superhero costumes and cooking the ultimate
pancake. We can’t wait to see what our sponsors will come up with to challenge our teams this year.” The Mind Games is open to up to 50 teams,
and with spots filling fast Ms Ring encourages workplaces to sign up soon. “The Mind Games is the most fun you’ll have at work,” she said.
“I can promise you lots of laughs and loads of entertainment, as well as rewards from knowing that you are contributing to mental health research.”
The 2022 Mind Games will be held at The Goods Shed at Macquarie Point on 25 February. Teams can register now at www. themindgames.com.au
GET INTO HIKING WITH THE TASMANIAN ICONIC WALK By Jo Cordell-Cooper* FITNESS goals that excite you and give you a clear focus are those you’ll stick to. I’ve certainly noticed an increase in the number of people wanting to get into hiking and into nature. Sometimes the goal is to meander on very clear, relatively short tracks to something much harder, and having a progressive
training regime will help you get hike ready and really enjoying the experience. Whatever your goal is it is important to: • Don’t over think it – make a start. • Progressively increase your fitness by challenging yourself with longer or more difficult walks. • Join a group of likeminded people to
keep you going, motivated and accountable. In 2017, I founded the not-for-profit charity Tasmanian Iconic Walks with the aim of getting more people into more challenging hikes with a group of friends or work mates. The charity provides facts about reducing your personal risk of stroke via living physically active
lives. Low levels of physical activity are a significant risk factor to having a stroke in later life, as is high blood pressure. My point is if you join our event this year, you’ll be signing up to all three of these factors. The event will be a walk from Tasman Arch to Fortescue Bay – seven hours and 17 kilometres of glorious scenery – on 6
November. Registrations for the 2021 Tasmanian Iconic Walk number four are now open. People are encouraged to bring a team of four or more to raise money for the Stroke Foundation. We do not recommend or allow anyone to simply show up on the day and take part. We offer fitness hiking resources that will progres-
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sively get you fit for the event. Once you register you will receive a fitness plant to follow to prepare for the long day hiking in the wilderness. For more information or to register, visit www. tasmanianiconicwalks.org or the Tasmanian Iconic Walks Facebook or Instagram page.
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Another good week in dogland The Dog Grumbler I’VE been writing this column for five or six years now. Having a monthly deadline has been good for me I feel, but it gets harder each month to find things to write about. About the bottom of each calendar page, I start losing sleep. This month I have enjoyed several special moments and though they may not excite you, they did me, and in desperation for a topic I will share them with you. I was walking through some bushland with Pippa the Schnoodle. She lagged behind to inhale something special as a wallaby hopped across our path about two metres ahead. Pippa saw and heard nothing. She caught up and passed me a few steps later and as she crossed the path of the wallaby, a lightning change came over her. In less than a second she was bounding through the bush in the direction the wallaby had taken. I called her and was pleased to see her return instantly — well, almost instantly. Here was an illustration of the power of smell. There were lots of critters in the woods – their scat was everywhere and Pippa had been inspecting it throughout the walk, but this scent was only a couple of seconds old, so Pippa knew its owner was still close by. The wallaby had hit the ground twice as it crossed the path, but Pippa knew instantly in which direction it had travelled. Think about that. Two, maybe three little scent cones rising from the ground where the wallaby had bounded through just seconds before, but Pippa could
detect the relative decay in the scent between those points – and thus the direction of travel. She knew in less than a second that a wallaby had come through here seconds before. She knew it was not far ahead and which way it was headed. How cool is that? The second pleasant experience was on a visit to Bellerive beach the other day. I had with me my toy poodle as well as three of her friends – a Spoodle, a Labradoodle and a Groodle. As we reached the beach, we came upon a dog waiting for her owner to finish a phone call. The dog was a little apprehensive, but I crouched down and waited as my group approached politely and they exchanged protocols. Poppy the Labradoodle is very energetic and runs flat out wherever we go. She and the stranger hit it off instantly. Although they had very divergent backgrounds breed-wise, they were of similar size and shape and within a few moments they were taking turns chasing each other in circles. The others had things to sniff but one by one they were drawn into the game and eventually all five were running madly as I and the lady with the phone watched and laughed. If we hadn’t things to do elsewhere, I think they would have played until they collapsed from exhaustion. I have seen a Chihuahua and a Great Dane play together. With that kind of size difference, chasing is a bit futile but if the Great Dane rolls on its back they can play fight quite convincingly. Some dogs never get to do this because their owners are afraid to let them off lead.
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Sport
Nick Fenton from the Banjos Orioles hitting out against the Blue Jays. Photo credit: David Searle.
Hitting it out ofJosh theWillie parkMLC Labor Member for Elwick for a new baseball season The new gravel pitching mound was christened when the 2021-2022 season of the Hobart Baseball League hit off last Sunday at Prince of Wales Bay Recreation Reserve, Derwent Park. The division two derby got the ball rolling as the reigning premiers the Visionary Carpentry Grey Jays took on the Visionary Carpentry Blue Jays. Next up, the new division one kids on the diamond, the Pirates, took on last season’s division one runners up, the Visionary Carpentry Blue Jays and the day was rounded off with the division one champions, Banjos Orioles taking on the Eastern Athletics. The season promises to be an exciting one, with the league having its
first gravel mound in its 14-year history, as well as there being four teams competing in division one and nine teams in division two. One of the league’s founding clubs, the White Sox will field two sides in division two for the first time in its history. Both teams are expected to be competitive in what will be a very competitive division. The Grey Jays with their wealth of experience, will again be the team to beat, but with a season’s experience under their belt, other teams will be looking to make up ground on them. In division one, the Banjos Orioles with star pitcher Jason Baurycza will be hard to beat, but the Eastern Athletics recruited
well and the Blue Jays have proved to be competitive against the Orioles in the last two grand finals. The Pirates are the unknown team, but with the astute leadership of seasoned campaigner Shane Davies and exciting recruits from the Launceston Baseball League, they will hold their own in what will be an exciting division. Clubs are still recruiting. Games last for two hours and are played on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights from 5:45pm, and on Sunday at 10am, 12:15pm and 2:30pm. For more information about baseball in Hobart, visit baseballtasmania. com.au or the Baseball Tasmania Facebook page, or phone 0468 927 363.
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PETANQUE FINDS AN ALLY IN LOCAL BOWLS CLUB A NEW petanque piste has been established at the Glenorchy City Bowls Club, providing a home for existing players and an exciting opportunity for the local community. With assistance from Glenorchy City Council, the bowls club was able to convert its unused grass bowls green into a gravel petanque piste in response to an identified need to provide a home for a group of petanque players who had nowhere to participate in their sport. “In addition to providing a solution for the petanque players, I saw this initiative as a way to increase our members and also make us a facility which services more than one sport,” Glenorchy City Bowls Club assistant secretary Leigh McAdam said. Mr McAdam said the petanque players almost immediately started using the area even though the grass surface was not the ideal playing surface for them. “Their group did
some work to improve the surface slightly by removing some weeds and repairing rabbit holes, but a grass surface is not ideal for petanque,” he said. “Subsequent investigations revealed what needed to be done to create a proper and rough costings suggested a total of about $20,000 was needed to create a proper surface for them. “This amount included the costs of excavation of the old grass green, purchase of the materials for the piste and installation of these.” After more discussion with Glenorchy City Council and stakeholders at a meeting, it was decided that petanque players would become social playing members of the Glenorchy City Bowls Club and that, in turn, the bowls club would assume responsibility for their ongoing expenses, such as registration cost with their national body. “Within a few days it was confirmed that council would engage a
contractor, Nick Hansen from Total Turf Care, to carry out the excavation and laying of the new surface,” Mr McAdam said. “The bowls club was responsible for the cost of the materials for the piste while council met the contractor’s costs.” Mr McAdam said the new piste at the Glenorchy City Bowls club would provide benefits to petanque players, the club and the community. “From the petanque players’ perspective, it gives them a proper home and security of tenure,” he said. “They now have a clubroom facility available, there is potential for them to organise and conduct an inter-club competition, and it is expected there will be some bowlers who will try petanque and vice versa.” “We are looking to run a combined ‘Come and Try Day’ at some stage in the future where people can try both bowls and petanque.”
From left, Glenorchy City Bowls Club president Eric Hermanis and Mayor of Glenorchy Alderman Bec Thomas.
GLENORCHY KNIGHTS FINISH THE YEAR WITH PREMIERSHIP TITLE FROM PAGE 19
However, the Strikers went down 2-1 to the Kingborough Lions, while Glenorchy defeated Launceston City in a hard fought 1-0 win. Lucas Hill was the star for the Knights, scoring the only goal for the match midway through the second half. After finishing second in 2020, Knights players and supporters were ecstatic to be the NPL Tasmania champions. “It has been a memorable year, with injuries and player transfers interstate, there were challenges which makes winning the state-wide title even more exciting,” Glenorchy Knights presi-
dent Robi Baric said. “The win is a credit to our players, coaching staff and committee along with our valued sponsors and the best supporters in the league.” It was also the first time the club had won the title since 2006, with the Knights having only been back in the top competition for three years. “I am so proud of the boys and the club, winning the NPL Tasmania premiership is a great reward for a lot of hard work,” captain Tyler Harrison said. Glenorchy Knights goalkeeper Lachlan Hart was also awarded the NPL Golden Glove award for his superb efforts over the season.
Glenorchy Knights celebrate being crowned 2021 NPL Tasmania champions. Photo credit: Lisa Creese.
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Sport
Free balls roll out to Tasmanian junior footballers
Dominici College students with their free soccer balls from Football Tasmania and MyState Bank.
FOOTBALL Tasmania is one step closer to completing the mammoth task of delivering a free ball to every registered junior player in the state. Football Tasmania chief executive officer Matt Bulkeley visited Dominic College to deliver soccer balls to students as part of a joint initiative with MyState Bank. “As Tasmania’s most popular team sport and with junior clubs and school teams in all corners of the state, getting a ball out to every player hasn’t been easy, but the reception we’ve received has definitely made it worthwhile,” Mr Bulkeley said. “The kids love receiving a ball to practice their skills in the off-season and share the world game with friends and family outside of
organised matches and training. “We’ve had more junior players than ever before this year and we’re looking forward to this number growing further as excitement builds for the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.” Dominic College directory of Health and Physical Education for K-10 Cameron Goulding said the students at the school loved their soccer and had participated in record numbers in 2021. “The amazing support of MyState Bank only further assists in keeping our students active and happy with this generous sponsorship of ball for every singly player in the roster,” he said. “We appreciate the support of MyState Bank and our students were
super excited to receive their very own ball which will get lots of use in the off-season leading into the 2022 soccer season.” MyState Bank general manager of people and culture Janelle Whittle said the organisation felt privileged to be able to give back to the community and promote healthy habits through the initiative. “Tasmania is a vibrant state where dedicated, talented people in the community achieve great things every day, and MyState Bank is proud to support and encourage them through our many community projects and initiatives,” she said. “We’re delighted to help Tasmanian children stay active and healthy through this initiative and help them build a lifelong love for the world game.”
From left, MyState Bank general manager of people and culture Janelle Whittle giving balls to year two Dominic College students Holly Lawler, Jameson King and John-Zion Kamara.
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Glenorchy Gazette OCTOBER 2021 23
GLENORCHY KNIGHTS FINISH THE YEAR WITH PREMIERSHIP TITLE
THE Glenorchy Knights have been crowned the 2021 NPL Tasmania champions after a thrilling final round that went down to the wire. Coming into the last round, the Knights were level on points with reigning champions Devonport Strikers, who would have claimed the title on goal difference if they had won. STORY CONTINUES PAGE 18
Glenorchy Knights celebrate being crowned 2021 NPL Tasmania champions. Photo credit: Lisa Creese.
BOCCE SEASON BEGINS ENTHUSIASTIC bocce players are gearing up for the start of the 2021-22 Glenorchy RSL Bocce Club OZ Bocce season. The OZ Bocce season starts on Thursday 7 October at 6pm and runs for the duration of daylight savings, which is about six months. Glenorchy RSL Bocce Club secretary John Venettacci said OZ Bocce was for beginners and about getting new players involved in the sport. “We’re hoping to break them in that way and then they can progress, but it’s mainly a fun social outing,” he said. “It can be as serious or laid back as you like.” Mr Venettacci said the competition was very social, with there being food available that required minimal preparation due to COVID-19 restrictions. “We get to know different people and talk
about things we enjoy,” he said. The aim of bocce is to throw a ball as close as possible to a jack. Two teams play against each other to try and score as many points as they can by being closer to the jack than the other team. The more balls one team has closer to the jack than the opposition, the more points they will score. The sport can be played in singles, pairs, triples and fours. Along with OZ Bocce, the sport is also played more competitively at the club, making it available to all ages and abilities. “You can play bocce from eight years old to 90,” Mr Venettacci said. “You don’t have to have a real high level of physical fitness, as long as you can bowl a ball, you can play. “It’s a great sport, it’s easy to play and there’s
no stress.” Although it’s a social atmosphere, results of all games played go towards decided who be the 2021-22 Glenorchy RSL OZ Bocce champion. First, second and third placed people will
receive gift vouchers and trophies. To be eligible for prizes, people need to sign up to become a club member, which $30 for a social membership or $35 for a full membership.
From left, Glenorchy RSL Bocce Club vice-president David Williams and secretary John Venettacci.
There is no need to form a team before registering, with both individuals and groups of people welcome to
attend. For more information, email glenorchyrslbocce@ yahoo.com.au, phone
0437 284 205, 0405 685 463 or 0408 569 018, or visit the Glenorchy RSL Bocce Club Facebook page.
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